Noosa Today - 25th July 2019

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SOCIAL SCENE

FIREWORKS LIGHT UP THE NIGHT PAGE 12

COVER STORY

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MORE TO LOVE The editor’s desk Instagram decided last week to trial burying likes and I think it's a great move. But I'm sure not everyone would agree with me. Especially those who regard themselves as influencers whose existence and income is heavily dependent on the number of people they engage with - their likes. It must be exhausting to spend days worrying how others will rate every move.

Sunday is National Tree Day so if you're going to plant a tree consider how it will communicate with its neighbours. Unbeknown to me trees send messages through a web of hair-like mushroom roots to each other on drought, disease or insect attack and share nutrients and water. They are very social and depend on each other for their survival.

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OCEAN PADDLE PROTEST About 100 people paddled out into the water at Noosa Heads Main Beach on Sunday morning and staged a visual protest. Find out why on page 6.

THE BOLTON REPORT Noosa MP Sandy Bolton is out for change. See what it's all about on page 8.

MOUNTAIN KING The countdown is on for this year’s King of the Mountain race up Mount Cooroora on Sunday.

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LIFE OF BRINE It was the soundtrack of a revolution. Phil mixes it with music royalty, on page 24.

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THIS WEEK WE’RE TALKING ABOUT…

ALLIANCE TO GUIDE RIVER FUTURE A new three-year Noosa River alliance forged between Noosa Council and non-government organisation The Nature Conservancy (TNC) will extend far beyond establishing oyster reefs, potentially including the provision of advice on the Noosa River Plan and reformation of management issues such as fishing, tourism and wetland restoration.

Council last week agreed to invest $1.2 million over three years toward the alliance with TNC also contributing $1.2 million which was donated by The Thomas Foundation.

In January Cr Ingrid Jackson did not support the alliance going ahead before a three-year oyster reef trial conducted by the University of the Sunshine Coast that was only in its first year had been completed.

She also questioned whether the community had been consulted on the investment of environmental levy funds but at last week's General Committee Meeting she voted in favour of it proceeding after being satisfied with the agreement.

Cr Joe Jurisevic said the initial oyster reef trial was continuing with the four remaining oyster reefs after

10 of the 14 artificial reefs sited in the river had been damaged by boat activity and been removed. However the project description of the alliance shows the USC study will not be included in the agreement which states its initial priority will be oyster reef restoration. The restoration comprises a phase (2019-2020) during which determinations will be made on an optimal reef design, river locations and the most cost effective method of reef restoration.

The next phase (2020-2022) will include the construction of reefs and establishment of two pilot sites for

12 months.In response to questions asked in Council Cr Jackson was told work conducted under the alliance would be managed by TNC with reports including budget spending to be delivered to Council on a six month basis.

A technical advisory group will be established to oversee the project and will include representatives from Noosa Council, TNC, Kabi Kabi and two other independent parties.The alliance will begin on 30 July with the outcomes to be reviewed in July 2022. ●

PEREGIAN LOCAL TO MANAGE BRAZILIAN TEAM

BY ABBEY CANNAN Peregian resident and manager of the Sunshine Coast Falcons U20 team, Robert Burgin, has been named Brazilian team manager for the 2021 Women's Rugby League World Cup. Last week Brazil was named for the 2021 Women's Rugby League World Cup, which will be staged in the UK. "This is the first time a team from Latin America has ever qualified in any Rugby League World Cup," Robert said.

While Robert has been named manager, he will not be going

alone as his Brazilian-born wife Gil Marconi (who works for TAFE at Nambour and Mooloolaba) will also be part of the support staff.

"My wife and I have been working to promote rugby league in Latin America for seven years so far and this is definitely the highlight to date to have the first nation qualify for such a massive tournament," he said.

"Brazil qualified over the likes of Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, USA, Italy and Greece in the women's tournament and beat fancied local rivals Argentina 48-0 in qualifying."

Any players or athletes with Brazilian heritage that believe they would be suitable for team selection

Robert Burgin with his wife Gil Marconi in Brazil. should contact Robert by emailing robert@sambatimes.com.

"We will be keeping an open mind and although players with rugby league and rugby union experience have the inside

running, we know that sprinters, mixed martial artists, handballers, basketballers and other similar sports may have abilities that transfer," Robert said. ●

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A MAN OF VIGILANCE AND SERVICE

BY RON LANE guess you could say," said Ross Bartlett a veteran of sixty two years of Vigilance and Service to Surf Life Saving Australia, "that after so many years it really gets into your blood and definitely becomes a way of life. It is with you forever." This attitude and dedication was this year recognized when he became the first ever member of his club to receive its highest award, Life Governor, Sunshine Beach Surf Life Saving Club.

For Ross it started back in 1957, when on November 17 he passed his bronze medallion examination at Yamba Beach. "In those days it was the six man bronze squads with the reel line and belt. Discipline was strict and it all boiled down to good team work; you had to perform all six positions and your drill had to be spot on. There was no fooling around if you stepped out of line you were gone; that's it, no argument."

"Our instructor was a bloke named Max Godbee and he made such an impression on me that I am still in the movement. He made it fun, but at the same time his drill

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Ross and Helen Bartlett work was strict and we had to train to R&R (the elite competition squads) standards. But most important he made us understand what it was all about. During the week we trained in Fisher Park Grafton on the grass and during the weekend we trained at the beach."

Ross was born in Belligen in June of 41 and went to school in

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Dorrigo and during his early years rode a horse to school. "My family was big in the cattle business and my father Irvine, being well known, often worked as a cattle judge at the Sydney Royal show." However when Ross was 9 his father passed away and the family moved to Grafton and at the age of 10 Ross settled into the local school where he was to stay

until leaving at 15.

"At school my main interest was rugby league, playing in the forwards and I can still remember running on to the field as captain of the primary school team, a big thrill.

After leaving high school I started work in the local bank of NSW and stayed there for four years before taking a transfer to Sydney."

It was while in Grafton that a good mate Bruce McLean suggested that they join Yamba Surf Lifesaving club, which they did, obtaining their bronze in 57. "There was no Olympic pool so we did our swim training in the Clarence River; a bit rough but it served the purpose."

While in Yamba club Ross competed in both junior and senior R&R. (the prestigious Rescue and Resuscitation event) and also beach events.

"Like many good bronze squads our discipline and drill was strict and of the highest order; so after getting our bronze we went straight into R&R. In those days that's how it had to be, they had to weed out those who could not hack it, because when it came to patrol work all you had was your mates and the reel line and belt; there were no IRBs, jet rescue skis or rescue boards." noosatoday.com.au

Following his bank transfer to Sydney, Ross applied for a transfer to the Bondi Surf Club and in 59 he became an active member thus continuing his service; service that saw him in 1963/64 on the beach as a patrol captain. "Boy was that a shock, coming from Yamba to the massive crowds and big surf on Bondi beach; serving as a patrol captain was definitely an experience."

At the bank he met Helen the lady who was to become his wife.

They married in February 1964 and later became the proud parents of two children, son Rodney and daughter Jodie.

At Bondi he continued competing and in 62 he qualified for his instructors' certificate. Then in 67 he was awarded his Long Service Membership Badge; a membership still in vogue today.

It was during this period that Ross became heavily involved in the very important community resuscitation demonstrations conducted by his club. He also assisted with the Sydney Sun newspaper community Learn to Surf Campaign.

"You have to remember at that time mouth to mouth resuscitation was relative new as was CPR(Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) so it was vital that lifesaving was doing all it could to educate the general public. My wife Helen, who had completed resuscitation courses, was also assisting us, so it became something of a family affair."

The other part of the campaign Learn to Surf was also very successful; teaching how to use the surf-o-plane, a major piece of gear for surfing Bondi Beach. "Not only for the Bondi clubbies, but also for lifesavers throughout Australia, the teaching of modern resus methods was about to become of major concern."

Then in 1976 he resigned from the bank and went into the milk business, buying a milk run first at Marickville then later in Shalvey.

Several years later we sold up and they went on an extended holiday: right up past Cooktown (via Mooloolaba,) then back down to the Sunshine Coast, first stopping (in 1979) at a place called Noosa Heads.

"Never been there before," said both Ross and Helen laughing, "but we took one look and thought this is it; we couldn't believe how beautiful it was. We decided to look around for a business and bought a coffee shop in Tewantin; then a quick trip back to Sydney, settled everything and returned to live in a caravan till everything was finalized down south. By 1980 we were finally settled and in 81 I joined Sunshine Beach Surf Lifesaving Club. Then noosatoday.com.au

after several years of serving coffee we moved into the world of motel and resort management."

On joining Sunshine, Ross continued to study and train, obtaining his Examiners Certificate, plus his Advanced and Examiners Resuscitation Certificates: then from 83 to 85 he held the position of Chief Instructor.

"In those days we were a small club, so I was mainly involved in bronze training and awards; we had very few competitors just a few beachies and that was it; our club was a tin shed at the back of the beach. Being small we were doing patrols every second or third weekend; and fund raising was chook and meat tray raffles."

"In 83/84 a meeting was held at the Noosa club, between our management and Branch and the decision to build a clubhouse was made; this was completed in 86".

That year saw Ross elected club President, a position he was to hold till 89; then on stepping down he served as Vice President for the next four years. ''When I took office we were in the development stage, working to make ends meet. I saw my role as the man to keep things going and this I did to the best of my abilities."

Apart from club obligations, his other duties and awards were many. At Branch level he served four years as a District Supervisor and one as the Branch Supervisor.

At State he served on several committees and in competition judged 32 State and National titles: International level saw him officiate at 11 World International Life Saving Championships. This resulted in his being awarded four (a bronze, silver, gold and platinum) International Life Saving Medals.

In 2000 he received one of his proudest achievements: a letter informing him he had been selected as a Sydney Olympic Torch Runner.

"As a sport nut I just couldn't believe it; even now I find it hard to believe." Then 2005 another top award; Life Member Surf Life Saving Association of Queensland However, back in 83 a project was started that was to play a major role in the education of Medical Students in the University of Queensland: and it was in the hands of our lifesavers. It was a series of courses in resuscitation and examination and each would go for a period of one month: and there could be two or three a year. With his qualifications and experience Ross was invited to assist as an instructor.

"These courses, the best and most informative in which I was ever involved, were under the control of the late legendary resuscitation expert Professor Tess Brophy.

Starting in 1983 and continuing through till 1988 it required both Helen (who was also involved) and I to drive to Brisbane and back once a week. This project was of the utmost importance for if the students failed their future studies were indeed in jeopardy." This was indeed a massive undertaking one that was not to be

taken lightly.

'These courses came about when Professor Brophy, through her connection with Queensland Life Saving, realized that our doctors of tomorrow received very little resus training. Our involvement helped to correct a situation of the utmost importance," said Ross.

"On looking back over my life, I find it amusing to think that a young man, expected to be the third generation in a big cattle family ended up a dedicated surf lifesaver."

One could say that the cattle industries loss has been lifesavings gain, for over the years Ross has been the proud reciperant of nine major awards at Branch, State, National and International level.

The lifelong dedication and achievements of some of our unpaid volunteer lifesavers is beyond belief.

But in some men the personal satisfaction that they experience is, incredible as it may seem, reward enough.

Such a man is Ross Bartlett Life Governor and Life Member, Sunshine Beach Surf Life Saving Club. â—?

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TENNIS COVERED

OCEAN PADDLE PROTEST

BY ABBEY CANNAN

The wildlife species of the Great Australian Bight comprise 6000 invertebrates, 1200 plants, 350 fish, 16 seabird and 33 mammal and about 85 per cent live no where else on earth, according to the Australian Marine Conservation Society.

Protecting this unique environment by preventing proposed oil mining by Norwegian energy company Equinor was the reason about 100 people paddled out into the water at Noosa Heads Main Beach on Sunday morning and staged a visual protest organised

by Surfrider Foundation Sunshine Coast (SFSC).

SRSC president Stephen James said as surf riders travelled the coastline of Australia in search of

The Noosa Tennis Club has undergone a major upgrade with new undercover courts which will be unveiled at the official open day on Saturday 27 July between 10.30am and 1.30pm.

The official opening ceremony will be revealed by club patrons and tennis icon Evonne Goolagong and husband Roger Cawely at 12 noon.

In conjunction with this there will be heaps of activities for children and Tennis Queensland will be there with serving machines.

Noosa Tennis Club, tennis activities manager, David McMahon said that over the past three and a half years the club has raised funds close to $150,000 for the upgrade.

"We've managed to get a structure to cover two courts and it just goes to show how much a small club can achieve when we work together," David said.

"This small club in Noosa has been able to manage an undercover courts facility, the only one on the coast, and to our knowledge we are only the fourth venue in Queensland

The new undercover structure at Noosa Tennis Club. to have covered courts.

"We are extremely proud and believe what we have been able to achieve is amazing for the Sunny Coast."

David said that most of the money was raised through grants and local small businesses sponsors.

Although, one club member in particular, a gentleman named Phil Hunter worked hard to raise most of the funds.

"The main purpose of the structure is to provide a safe environment for the kids and we can now do our activities; whether it is rain, hail or shine," David said. ●

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Boards and paddles at the ready.

waves the organisation responded nationally to protect any region they identified to be under threat.

He said their aim was to send a message of protest against the oil drilling to Norway. ●

Surfrider Foundations Sunshine Coast president Stephen James speaks to the gathering.

Protestors paddle out.

COUNCIL SUPPORTS INDIGENOUS VOICE TO NATIONAL PARLIAMENT

WORKER CHARGED

Noosa Council will co-sponsor with Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council to urge the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) at the annual conference to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' call for a First Nation's Voice in the Constitution and a referendum on the issue and to recognise the Uluru Statement from the Heart.

The Uluru Statement from the Heart developed from a process of consultation and engagement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander

Detectives from Noosa Heads Criminal Investigations Branch have charged a 41-year-old woman with one count of stealing as a servant.

This follows a two year investigation where it will be alleged more than $1 million was stolen from Hastings Street restaurant Bistro C after a complaint was received from the owner.

The Noosaville woman and longterm employee of the restaurant was arrested last week and will appear in the Noosa Magistrates Court on August 6. ●

parliament as the Prime Minister Scott Morrison has suggested that was being called for but an advisory group that would give indigenous people a say on matters that affect them.

Noosa Council has had a long association with Cherbourg Council having provided mentoring, support and assistance to them for many years.

Cr Frank Pardon said Constitutional recognition for First People was way overdue in this country. ●

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people from 13 regions across Australia calls for three reforms: Voice, Treaty, Truth. The statement calls for a permanent institution for expressing First Nation views to the parliament on policy decisions affecting their rights and the establishment of an independent Makarrata Commission to oversee the negotiation of treaties and truth-telling processes. Makarrata is a Yolngu word meaning coming together after a struggle.Mayor Tony Wellington said it was not a third tier or third chamber of

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THE BOLTON REPORT

SANDY BOLTON, NOOSA MP

CREATING GENERATIONAL CHANGE After 12 months of our Community Partnership Program, Noosa MP Sandy Bolton is pleased to see the breadth of activities undertaken by our youngsters who otherwise may have not been able to connect to their passions and experience the sense of community that comes along with it.

"One of the greatest ways we can ensure our kids develop resilience, connectivity, relevance and community spirit is through joining a 'tribe' often through a shared desire for fitness, fun, creativity or adventure. Vibrancy of body, mind and spirit comes in so many forms, with all having a commonality of belonging "Ms Bolton says.

"Being able to tackle challenges at any age with confidence, comes from having access to good role models in addition to parents and extended family - a mentor, coach or teacher, who can put into context the behaviour of others, as well assist in the development of self through empowerment and enabling to 'do'. " As a child, Ms Bolton experienced intimidation and discrimination due to a number of

factors, including coming from a single parent household and moving, often without networks. "I was

fortunate to have access to activities that enabled me to withstand being an 'outsider''. This sets you up to

being able to journey through life's smooth as well rocky times." she said In its first year, the Noosa electorate office funded 114 youngsters, providing a range of assistance including transport, equipment, registration and course fees. With a total of 10 organisations involved, as well referral partners in the Salvation Army, Red Cross, St Vincent De Paul, United Synergies and Noosa Council, Ms Bolton said the aim was to see these children continue on in a sport or passion of their choice, with theatre and music increasing in popularity.

Greg Christensen from Noosa Pirates states "This program makes a difference because it helps those most in need with that extra bit of financial assistance to get them, and keep them, playing. Helping out with fees or gear, keeps kids active and part of a club and sporting family which is more than just footy."

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STEPPING UP TO THE CHALLENGE As a member of Stair Climbing Australia Noosa woman Amber Thompson has to travel elsewhere to train for the annual River to Rooftop event that requires you to climb more than 1000 stairs and 55 floors.

So this mum of four children aged from five to 22, uses locations such as Sunshine Beach lookout, Park Road boardwalk stairs and even the occasional Maroochydore highrise building to practice.

After competing last year, Amber is returning on 2 August at 7am for a second time and is in training for event for which she is an ambassador. The event will see her climb 1,040 stairs from the bottom to the top of the Eagle Street building in Brisbane's CBD. Amber will also be raising funds for Women's Legal Service Queensland, a not for profit organisation which

helps women with free legal and welfare assistance to escape domestic and family violence. The event's 2019 fundraising goal is $100,000.

Amber started stair climbing after a period of ill health.

"I had a range of illnesses and found that by exercising, my pain and symptoms decreased. I now train up to seven times a week, have lost over 18 kilograms and have found my 'happy place' in stair climbing.

"This year I'm hoping to scale the River to Rooftop steps in under 8.5 minutes."

To donate to Amber's fundraising efforts visit https://www. rivertorooftop.com.au/fundraisers/ amberthompson/river-to-rooftop To register for River to Rooftop visit www.rivertorooftop.com.au ●

BACKING HELPS NICA GET GOOD WORK DONE A new Gardens for Wildlife project as well as the Noosa Integrated Catchment Association's (NICA) ongoing projects and operations are assured of continuation with the commitment from Noosa Council of financial assistance.

NICA president Bruce Hallett said the Community Alliance agreement was particularly important in providing a degree of certainty and stability that enabled NICA to provide administrative, financial management and accounting support to a suite of new and continuing projects. This support will mean that NICA will be there to assist groups with auspicing, and office administrative help.

Mr Hallett highlighted the new 'Gardens for Wildlife' community engagement program that will provide a resource and service for urban landowners wishing to enhance urban ecology, through increasing understanding of biodiversity values on their

property, and promoting enjoyment, awareness and citizen science.

The River Ranger volunteer program will also continue with Council support to provide regular river bank clean ups, water quality monitoring at numerous sites, weeding at sites only accessible by boat, and continuation of the shore bird monitoring in the Noosa River estuary. There was a separate grant that will allow in excess of 10 years worth of shore bird monitoring data to be analysed and published.

Council also provided funding to NICA for the Noosa Bush Beach and Creek Care group for the ongoing regeneration of Heathland Drive riparian embankment of the Cooloosa Wetland. This will include removal of multiple species of invasive weeds and staged revegetation to re-establish multistrata healthy deep rooted vegetation to provide habitat and food sources for wildlife. ●

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Local food operators and agriproducers are being offered the opportunity to discover the benefits of making their business more disability inclusive.

Food and Agribusiness Network (FAN) and disability employment specialists from EPIC Assist will share practical tips and insights to make businesses more diverse and disability inclusive at a free breakfast on Monday 29 July from 7-9am at The J Theatre, 60 Noosa Drive, Noosa Junction.

EPIC Assist CEO Bill Gamack said an increasing number of local organisations are realising the business benefits of employing people with disability.

"As well as being loyal and dependable, people with disability are often innovative problem solvers

because they're constantly having to adapt to the world around them," he said.

"And with one in five Australian's living with disability, employing people with disability can help you to understand what your customers or clients with disability may need, giving you an edge over your competitors."

FAN general manager Emma Greenhatch encouraged interested businesses to attend.

"As we have a growing food and agriculture industry here on the greater Sunshine Coast, we also have growing workforce needs," she said.

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FIREWORKS MAKE NIGHT SO BRIGHT Thousands of people took up vantage points along Gympie Terrace Noosaville on Saturday evening for the Hot 91.1 Fire in the Sky fireworks display.

The Noosa Alive event provided an array of free activities and entertainment for the community. ●

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CLIMATE EMERGENCY HOLLOW IN MEANING I assume the Noosa Council is expecting to be congratulated for declaring a 'climate emergency'. Urgent action is the call but is that meaningful, and realistic? Australia is already well on the way to meeting its commitments under the Paris agreement.

A recent ANU report concluded that Australia is a world leader in investment in renewables. Serious direct action in the Noosa area, by say reducing tourism or cutting local power use would not achieve much, except some economic pain. The effects on global emissions would be minuscule. Even at the national level there are real limits to what can be achieved, given that our contribution to global emissions is only 1.3% of the overall total. As has been said before, we could close Australia down entirely (zero emissions) and the effect would barely be noticed internationally. How meaningful therefore are grandiose declarations of a 'climate emergency'? They are so hollow in real terms that they sound like no more than a burst of pretentious feelgood signalling. Logic and arithmetic suggest a focus on the enormous emissions generated by China and some other bigger countries would be more meaningful, but hardly the role of the Noosa Council. It would seem that the Council has misunderstood the basic facts or been poorly advised.

Denis Ives, Wakerley Brisbane

COST OF THE COOROY ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND The huge cost of the Cooroy Adventure Playground proposal is concerning many Cooroy ratepayers, who are asking why it is necessary to build a five million dollar playground in the heart of our small country town.

They will find the answer on page 25 of the Noosa Council's Strategic Framework (The New Noosa Plan),

Gary North ventured out early on a chilly morning last Sunday "during non human hours" and captured this image of Noosaville. If you have a Lenscape please email it to newsdesk@noosatoday. com.au under the heading 'Tourism'. Here the council explains its approach to tourism within the hinterland: "The focus will be on high quality, naturebased and rural tourism experiences and events, to diversity and balance the visitor experience across Noosa Shire, and to attract high-spending interstate and international visitors to the region".

The intention is also to relieve visitor pressure on the Pirate Park playground area during school holidays. However, the Cooroy playground will need to be exceptional to attract visitors away from the Pirate Park area, with its many tempting climbing trees, shady barbecues, picnicking spots, and cycling/walking/ scooting pathways running alongside the Noosa River.

That's why the council is planning to build such a fantastic, expensive, adventure playground in Cooroy.

Will this visitor attraction relieve the pressure on the overcrowded, congested Pirate Park area? Will the proposal provide local economic development opportunities in Cooroy?

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Will a project of this magnitude impact on the local character and amenity of Cooroy? Will this be money well spent?

Time will certainly tell.

Julia Walkden, Cooroy

DEAR JENNIFER SADLER, I put my vote in last council election to vote for "thoughtful members" of Noosa/Cooroy to act on behalf of the Cooroy community. So I challenge the playground naysayers to nominate all their reasonable and thoughtful objectors and too clarify what they believe is the "character" of OUR town. I would suggest that those people who really want to have their two bobs worth and try to micro manage Cooroy should put up and run for council next election.

I for one accept that change is inevitable and so far believe that council is doing a great job. There is plenty of development happening in Cooroy within the shopping precinct, redevelopment of the old motel site, subdivisions on both sides of the railway.

So is this too out of character? Does every little change need a huge community consult? Too many consults and studies are just end up a huge waste of ratepayers money.

It is also drawing a longbow to suggest that a playground in Cooroy is going alleviate Hastings street traffic and dramatically increase tourists in the local area. I believe the council manages traffic at the larger events at the botanical gardens, Christmas in the Main Street, and events at the library, adjacent parks, Cooroy mountain, the sports fields and the butter factory, extremely well.

Council has also done a traffic study for the two intersections that are sometimes troublesome and has planned to address these issues, but

in comparison to other parts of the Sunshine Coast, traffic really is not an issue. Even when we make the journey to visit the playgrounds in Eumundi or the heavily frequented Pirate park on Gympie Terrace, we are never stuck in gridlock and can always find parking. Most young families in Cooroy would have to agree ,life would be a little easier if they didn't have to drive all that way to enjoy a good playground.

So we can argue all year about this playground, but the point is we elect councillors to make these decisions for the greater good of the community and because a lot of working families in Cooroy have got a lot better things to do that argue the toss all year.

Steve Anschutz, Cooroy

SCAREMONGERING NONSENSE I'm heading to Noosa in the near future to pick up a cheap waterfront property. Noosa council have called a "climate emergency" and are warning people that their homes are at risk from sea water inundation. Once the council have finished with their scaremongering nonsense, I should be able to pick up a nice property on the water for next to nothing. Council also maintain that the community is emitting too much CO2 through their usage of transport and electricity. CO2 levels represent a tiny 0.04% of the atmosphere. Humans are responsible for about 4% of that.

To suggest this miniscule amount of CO2 will destroy the earth is entering the realms of fantasy. By the way, is there any truth in the rumour that council is sending out snorkels with the rates notices?

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WHO’LL BE MOUNTAIN KING? The countdown is on until the starter gun cracks and about 100 runners take part in this year's King of the Mountain race up Mount Cooroora in Pomona on Sunday 28 July. The Bendigo Bank International Mountain Challenge is the main attraction in a weekend of events at Pomona organised by the Cooroy Pomona Lions Club.

On Saturday 27 July the future champions of Australia's mountain running could well be unveiled during the Zinc 96 Prince and Princess race for 9-13 year old which takes place at 2pm. Registration is via the King of the Mountain website.

When the sun rises early on Sunday 28 July, there will be a flurry of activities. The King of the Mountain Bike Ride, supported by True Value Hardware, gets going at 9am with registration from 8am at Rose Gum Road. The ride will be on the Noosa Trail Network trails 8 and 6 and provides three levels of difficulty.

Those who would prefer to run, can enter the Nestle 3km easy family fun run which starts at 9am with

King of the Mountain winners in 2018. registration from 8am.The primary school relays hosted by Reid Signage Services are open to all schools in South East Queensland. Last year more than 400 children participated.

Each child powers through a 700m loop of Stan Topper Park handing on the baton.For corporate groups the Raine and Horne Tug-o-War challenge is a must with local businesses and sporting clubs vying for the title of 'King of the Rope'.

If you've got an eye for fine crafts and antiques, pop in and see Clive and Jane Ford at the Antiques and Collectables Fair while other highlights include the heritage markets, art exhibitions, Cooroy Rag animal farm, LiveLife Pharmacy Skate Park competition, amusement rides, local cuisine

King of the Mountain race this weekend. and entertainment on the Pomona IGA stage.The festival culminates in the Bendigo Bank International Mountain Challenge starting with the introduction of the runners from 2pm. The epic race sees competitors scrambling uphill to a trail that slows to a crawl and a single track at times.

Runners jostle for position to the top before holding their nerve and rapidly descending down the trail holding onto the chain for dear life.

The atmosphere is electric with a certain 'Hecklers Hill' bringing home every runner with chants and banter.

While the festival has now become a hallmark event for Pomona, it began with a dare between mates in 1958 at the bar of the old Railway Hotel.

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Bruce Samuels claimed he ran to the top of Mount Cooroora in under an hour. His claim was met with a challenge on March 22, 1958 and punters placed their bets.

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A year later 21 year hotel punter Barry Webb from Brisbane set out to beat Samuel's time, and a race was set. With a time of 35 minutes, Webb was the winner. Samuels congratulated Webb then called for a rematch and the Pomona King of the Mountain race was born.

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Each state has its own laws for almost everything – even murder! But why can’t we have uniform property laws for the whole of Australia? After all, renting and selling can’t be any different across the country? Well, they are not different, but the regulations and laws are. Great Britain has local laws, and national laws, but in Australia we have local, state and federal laws. I think we would all agree we are over-regulated for the size of our country.

Federal laws take precedence over those beneath it. Similarly, licencing is all state based. I cannot practice real estate in any other state but Queensland.

Just last week, a landlord asked me “Why can’t I charge the tenant for all of the water bill? I can for my investment property in Perth”. Rental legislation is one area where there are substantial inconsistencies between states. NSW is particularly complicated as to water efficiency and time to pay, and Qld is relatively simple – we cannot charge a tenant any infrastructure charges – only water usage – if the property is WELS accredited, all water usage (but most are not), then “excess “ above an agreed daily usage.

The one area of inconsistency which really annoys me is price guides. In NSW, The Property, Stock and Business Agents Act 2002 has a 20 page guide on the one issue – underquoting. Similarly, in Victoria there are regulations controlling the subject – well intentioned and based on past problems - who wants to try to buy an auction property where the price guide is, say, $750,000-800,000 and the opening bid is $840,000? – you have wasted time probably a building report and a finance application. The price guide must be realistic and accurate in its range.

But in Queensland, we have the absurdity where under The Property Occupations Act 2014, it is an offence to give any price guide on a property being offered for auction, punishable by a fine of up to almost $6000!! We are also supposed to put a disclaimer in our web-based ads about there being no price guide because it’s an auction. Ridiculous. I have had owners say“I don’t care what the law says, tell prospects unless they are looking over $…. They will miss out”. Most buyers expect an indication of where the value lies. At a recent meeting of the REIQ (of which I am a Fellow), I asked our CEO how these 2 conflicting concepts could both be right (they can’t) and she shrugged her shoulders. That’s just the way it is.

The sooner Australia adopts a standard property law the better.

Low Body Corps, Pet Friendly What everyone asks for in an apartment – no onsite manager, you can have your dog here, and under $1500p.a. in fees. This was the developer’s own unit, and there is no argument it’s the best in the block. Larger, better floorplan, and a bigger courtyard. Come see for yourself.

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ENCLAVE TURNS NOOSA HEADS Noosa baby boomers are the market majority for a luxury owneroccupier 22-apartment, four storey development under construction on a 36-hectare site at Noosa Heads.

RCQ recently began work on the $25 million after winning the contract to construct what is the fourth stage of the Cape Bouvard Development's Settler's Cove project called Lumina Residences.

Privately owned by inventor of the orbital engine Ralph Sarich and his wife Patricia, Cape Bouvard Developments has over the past 12 years built more than 70 apartments on its $400million Settler's Cove project and RCQ has worked on the majority of the stages, winning Master Builders Association (Sunshine Coast) awards in 2008 and 2009 for its work.

Half the site was provided back to Council as a conservation-protected zone and the project has been recognised with a number of awards including the State President's

Award (UDIA Qld 2009).

Settler's Cover development manager Shannon Gillard said 30 per cent of the latest four-storey build of 215-260sqm apartments under construction had already been sold with prices ranging from

$1.8million to $3.9million.

RCQ General Manager Justin Stainton said to be appointed as the builder for Stage 4A - Lumina, meant a lot to their brand and their "Built for Life" philosophy of commitment to people and place.

Cape Bouvard Developments are known for their attention to detail and client focus, which is why the Settler's Cove precinct has been so successful, he said.

Settler's Cove development manager Shannon Gillard said with early works already completed the next stage Lumina Residences were well on track to be completed in 2020 with settlement in early 2021.

Settler's Cove sales and marketing manager Dane Larcombe said seven apartments were under contract and while local interest was strong they had also attracted buyers from New Zealand and interstate.

All residences are three-bedroom, two-car with resort-style facilities, exclusive jetty access to Noosa River; and located in a quiet environment surrounded by nature yet close to key business and tourist districts with walking paths to Noosa River, Hastings Street and Noosa Junction entertainment precinct. ●

3D COMES TO NOOSA JUNCTION 3D printing, modelling and gaming has moved into Noosa Junction with the opening of Splat 3D POD which this week snapped up a five-year + five-year lease in Arcadia Walk, Noosa Junction.

Splat 3D Pod's Doug Webb said the concept welcomed people to the world of 3D, and that in fact, POD was an acronym for (3D) 'Print On Demand.'

"There's not just 3D printing, but also 3D modelling, video gamer facilities and virtual reality (VR) for architectural clients, and experiences for everyone," Mr Webb said.

"There are three zones at the POD with the 'Gamer Zone' aimed specifically at gamers and entertainment, streamed and inhouse, console and VR. "The 'Creatives Zone' is for architects, designers and other creatives, using our modelling and visualization tools, together with VR for design iteration and client review.

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desktop gamers, or prototyping for engineers, or replacement of that broken knob you can't buy anymore.

"Basically, I see additive manufacturing and virtual construction of products, combined with other technologies generally, as fundamental to creating as frugal a future as possible - as is necessary for the survival of the planet.

"I want to get that happening in a way that others can enjoy doing it as much as I do. That way, we all benefit."

Ray White Commercial Noosa and Sunshine Coast North commercial property consultant David Brinkley who leased the property at a price of $28,000 said the location appealed to the Splat 3D because of it client exposure, parking accessibility and the drawcard of the monthly twilight markets.

"We're continuing to see Noosa Junction go from strength to strength with some really creative and interesting businesses joining the already vibrant mix," he said. ●

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BELLA ART BRAIN INSPIRED A Year 1 student from Peregian Springs State School has won a national art competition judged by 100 brain researchers, including university professors, for drawing a masterpiece inspired by the human brain.

Bella Donnelly, 7, won first place in the Prep to Year 1 category and $1000 towards teaching aids for the school, in a competition that attracted nearly 1200 entrants Australia-wide. Bella was the only first place winner from Queensland.

Run by the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Integrative Brain Function (Brain Function CoE), the competition for primary school students required entrants to submit an artwork inspired by their amazing brains.

Dr Roger Marek and Ms Cong

Wang from the Brain Function CoE visited Bella at her school on Friday to delivery the prizes and give Year 1 students an interactive and fun lesson about the brain.

The art competition was part of Brain Awareness Week, which runs world-wide each March to increase public awareness of brain research.

Brain Function CoE Director Professor Gary Egan said they had a record amount of entries this year and it was delightful to see how primary school children interpret the human brain through art.

View the winning entries on the Brain Function CoE website: https://www.brainfunction.edu. au/education-and-training/ primary/2019-art-comp-winners/ ● noosatoday.com.au

WHAT’S ON LUNCH WITH CRIME WRITER Psychological thrillers are growing in popularity and Australian author Michael Robotham is one of the leading writers in this field.

On Saturday 17 August the River Read Noosaville will welcome the author to launch his latest novel Good Girl Bad Girl with readers who will have the chance to meet him and enjoy a two-course Italian lunch at 250 Grammi food and wine bar from 11.30am at 1/203 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville.

As a journalist and writer in America, Australia and Britain Michael has investigated notori-

ous cases and worked with clinical and forensic psychologists as they helped police investigate complex, psychologically driven crimes.

Michael's 2004 debut thriller, The Suspect, sold more than 1 million copies. It is the first of eight novels featuring clinical psychologist Joe O'Loughlin, who faces his own increasing battle with a potentially debilitating disease.

Michael has also written four standalone thrillers including Life or Death which in 2015 won the UK's prestigious Crime Writers'

Association Gold Dagger Award.

His latest novel begins six years ago, when Evie Cormac was discovered, filthy and half-starved, hiding in a secret room in the aftermath of a shocking crime.

Now approaching adulthood, Evie is damaged, self-destructive and has never revealed her true identity. She also has a gift - she knows when someone is lying.

Tickets are $85 including a signed copy of Good Girl Bad Girl.

Buy tickets from The River Read 3/203 Gympie Terrace Noosaville or phone 5473 0483. ●

Crime writer Michael Robotham.

ART JOURNEY ENDS IN COOROY Two years ago, an idea energised five Bundaberg Regional Gallery volunteers into action.

Each a practising artist, Trish Sheppard, Paul Perry, Gabrielle McDonald, Kevin Aldcroft and Raymon Singleton decided to unite and mount their own interregional exhibition.

Hundreds of studio hours and over 130 works later, their show 'Joy of the Journey' opens at Cooroy's Butter Factory Arts Centre

at 6pm on Friday 26 July.

On show across BFAC's entire floor level gallery spaces, the exhibition is an insight into the groups' diverse relationships with forms, themes and techniques.

Many of the works are visually inspired pieces with unconventional painting techniques, dimensional drawings and multi-patterned pieces. Shapes and lines are driving forces. Colour takes center stage as the artists show

versatility, skill and their curiosities are inspiring.

BFAC coordinator Alicia Sharples said the exhibition is colourful, diverse and energetic.

"It's also a fantastic opportunity to experience the inner culture of a neighbouring region. We're very chuffed they've brought their works to BFAC and can't wait to share them," she said.

Joy of the Journey continues until 3 September. ●

The artists known as BRAG Trade, (back) Paul Perry, Raymon Singleton and Gabrielle McDonald with (front) Trish Sheppard and Kevin Aldcroft.

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WHAT’S ON MUSIC ICON RUSSELL MORRIS AT THE IMPERIAL After a staggering 50 year career, Russell Morris returns to The Imperial Hotel on Saturday 27 July with his new album, Black And Blue Heart.

Produced by the legendary Nick DiDia (Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam) alongside Bernard Fanning, and backed by a dream studio band (Declan Kelly on drums, Wolfmother's Ian Peres on keyboards, Matt Englebrecht on bass, and Dan Kelly on guitar), Black And Blue Heart is a testament to Russell's commitment to find unique ways to challenge himself creatively.

When Russell sent his Black And Blue Heart demos to Nick DiDia and Bernard Fanning, the two producers were blown away. They rang him back almost immediately, saying they could not stop

listening to the songs. Speaking of the title track, Bernard Fanning says it is "a song for the ages".

"Russell's been a really substantial artist for a very long time but I think that song will live on with

his best," he said.

Russell Morris became the first Australian artist to score consecutive number one singles with his first two releases. 'The Real Thing', which is one of the classic psychedelic singles of the 1960s, and 'Part Three Into Paper Walls' both reached the top spot on the ARIA Chart.

It takes a rare combination of talent and circumstances to realise that vision as vividly as Russell Morris does on Black And Blue Heart.

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SURFING SCIENCE DISCUSSED WITH BEER The science of surfing and its economic and environmental value to the Noosa community will be the hot topic at the first in a new series of monthly "science meets beer" events hosted by Noosa Parks Association and being held at Land & Sea Brewery, Noosaville, on Wednesday 31 July.

Dr Javier Leon from the University of the Sunshine Coast, known to many as "the surfing scientist",

will kick off the series with a talk covering what makes Noosa a unique place to surf, how our changing climate will affect wave quality, and how we can preserve the Noosa surfing experience for locals and tourists into the future.

Dr. Leon coordinates The Geography of Surfing course at USC where students learn about the science of surfing and about the art of surfing from legends such

as Phil Jarratt and Tom Wegener.

Dr Leon is also on the stewardship committee of the Noosa World Surfing Reserve, having brought the scientific evidence to support the application.

The event will be on 31 July from 6.15pm to 7.30pm (come early - Happy Hour is 4pm to 6pm) at Land & Sea Brewery, 19 Ventura Drive, Noosaville â—?

NOOSA OPEN STUDIOS IS AN ART LOVERS DELIGHT From sparkling beaches to sweeping hinterland vistas, it is no surprise that many artistic souls call Noosa home and draw inspiration from all that the region offers.

An art lovers delight, Noosa Open Studios provides the opportunity to get up close and personal to the artistic process with 69 talented Noosa artists opening their studios to the public during the 10-day event in August.

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Open Studios can indulge their senses.

"The beauty of Noosa Open Studios is that it appeals to all art lovers with such a wide array of art on offer including ceramics, glass, mixed media, metal work, photography, digital media, sculpture and paintings in all media," Noosa Open Studios president Chris Bell said.

A number of workshops also take place throughout the week that allow participants to learn new skills and techniques.

Noosa Open Studios runs from 16 to 25 August and as well as the 69 artist studios there are seven galleries participating. The region has also been conveniently separated into six locality trails to make it easy for visitors to find the studios. Whether you chose just one of the trails in Noosa, Sunshine Beach, Mt Tinbeerwah, Eumundi, Cooroy, Pomona or do all six, you are sure to find some amazing art creations.

All of the studios and galleries are open on both weekends of the event. Some studios will also be open during the week and others by appointment. Full details on the gallery openings are in the studio guide. Visit visit www.noosaopenstudios.com.au. â—? noosatoday.com.au

COMMUNITY UPDATES THE SALVATION ARMY NOOSA The Salvation Army Noosa is holding their monthly Free Community Lunch on Tuesday 20 August, at 12:30pm at 6 Bartlett Street Noosaville. All welcome. For further information please call the church office (07) 5442 4218.

SALVO'S FREE COMMUNITY LUNCH The Salvation Army Noosa is holding their monthly Free Community Lunch on Tuesday the 20 of Aug, at 12:30pm at 6 Bartlett Street Noosaville. All welcome. For further information please call the church office 5442 4218

SUNSHINE SOCIAL CLUB Our next lunch is on Wednesday 31 July at Thai Square Restaurant, 285 Weyba Road Noosaville. Weekly coffee 10am every Saturday at Cinque Terre Restaurant Sunshine Beach.

Newcomers - couples and singles most welcome. Phone Noeline on 5474 5231, or just come along.

CANCER COUNCIL MEETING Cancer Council Queensland Noosa Branch will hold its next meeting on 9 August at the Leisure Centre opposite library Noosaville from 10am.

New volunteers always welcome.

WEEKLY ROSTER FOR MEALS ON WHEELS Weekly Roster for Tewantin- Noosa Meals on Wheels beginning Monday 29/7 to Friday 2/8 Monday Drivers: John, Marie, Driver Needed for C Run, Andrew, Anne & Oliver Driver Needed for F Run, Michelle & Neil Kitchen: Martina, Stephen, Len Tuesday Drivers: Bruce, Liz, Kevin & Rob, Simone & Cookie, Tania & Friends,Trina & Don, Peter & Barani Kitchen: Ashleigh, Christine, Chris Wednesday Drivers: Cheryl, Driver Needed for B Run, Gary, Victor, Dawn, Maggi, Evelyn & Maureen Kitchen: Elfie, Sandy, Glenis, Jerry, Mark Thursday Drivers: Denise, Helen & Kath, Anne, Victor, Kenny & Neil, Jan & Sharon, Barani & Peter Kitchen: Lois, Christine, Elfie, Mark, Neville Friday Drivers: Cheryl, Therese, Peter, Jean & Janet, Lynne & Kay, Driver Needed for F Run, Rosalie & Jack Kitchen: Charlotte, Sandy, Elfie, Mark, Neville You can also check the roster on our website www.tewantinnoosamealsonwheels If you are unavailable or can do an extra run, please phone the kitchen on 5449-7659. noosatoday.com.au

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RIDING FOR THE DISABLED OPEN DAY International horsemen will take to the arena on Sunday 11 August when Sunshine Coast RDA holds it's annual Open Day which showcases its riders with ability and the centre at Monak Rd, North Arm. This year there will be three highly sought after performances for the community to enjoy.

Internationally acclaimed Queensland horseman Guy McLean will present two performances which are not to be missed by horse lovers.

Special Olympics Gold medal winner, Nathan Harvey, will be riding his stallion Dom in a freestyle dressage performance.

And the Woombye Light Horse Troop will also be performing an exciting and fast performance.

Gates will open at 10 am and Phone Annie on 0409 385 566.

U3A NOOSA FRIDAY TALKS PROGRAM U3A noosa Friday Talks are held at 1.30 pm at U3A, 64 Poinciana Ave. Tewantin Friday 26: USC Talk: Dr Mia Schaumberg - Exercise, learning and the ageing brain.

Friday 2 August: Alan Roberts: Armchair Travel - Portraits of England. Part 1 Friday 9 August: Alan Roberts: Armchair Travel - Portraits of England. Part 2.

Friday 16 August: Kaye RobertsPalmer: Vertical Gardens Full details available on U3A website www.u3anoosa.com.au/ or phone 5440 5500.

Join A Cappella choirs St Andrews Singers sing popular songs in Tewantin at St Andrews Drive on Mondays at 10.15am. Good Vibrations sing popular songs at the Anglican Church Hall, Miva Street, Cooroy on Mondays at 7pm. Spiritsong Chamber Choir sing mostly classical sacred at Uniting Church Hall, Poinciana Ave, Tewantin on Wednesdays at 7pm. Email choir director Andrew at andrewjemmet@gmail.com or phone 5474 1498.

FRIDAY ENVIRONMENTAL FORUM Jodi Salmond from Reef Check Australia is the guest speaker at Noosa Parks Association Friday Environment Forum on July 26 from 10.30am-12.15pm at NPA Environment Centre, 5 Wallace Drive, Noosaville. For this talk, Jodi will

Art after Dark will be instructed by award winning artist and tutor Pam Miller on Thursday 25 July from 5.30-9pm at Wallace house Noosaville. Cost is $65, includes all materials. Bookings essential at 5474 1211 or email create@noosaartsandcrafts. org.au

COOROY-NOOSA GENEALOGICAL GROUP

Chris and Charlie love SCRDA. food and drinks will be available on the day.

There is a $5 entry fee (cash only please) and children under 12 accompanied by an adult are free. There is free parking.

Come along for a funfilled family day out. For more information visit www.scrda.org. au or phone 5472 7280. â—? showcase the efforts that SEQ citizen scientists have had in collecting reef health data along the Sunshine Coast and wider SEQ region, and share findings about the amazing, yet little known reef structures found at our front doorstep. Join Valda and the Interpretive Birding group by meeting in the car park at 8.30am. Visit www. noosaparks.org.au for more information.

STORY DOGS Story Dogs seek volunteers and their calm, friendly dogs to read with students in Cooroy and Pomona schools for two hours a week. Phone Kim on 0411 236 203 or visit www.storydogs. org.au

THE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP OF NOOSA We meet each Sunday at 9.30am at the CWA Hall (next to the Post office) in Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin. We are an inter-denominational Christian Fellowship and welcome all visitors. Enquiries Chris 5448 5762.

SUNSHINE SOCIAL CLUB Sunshine Social Club's next lunch is on Wednesday 31 July at Thai Square Restaurant, 285 Weyba Road Noosaville. Weekly coffee 10am every Saturday at Cinque Terre Restaurant Sunshine Beach. Phone Noeline on 5474 5231, or just come along.

NOOSA DISTRICT ORCHID SOCIETY The Noosa Society will hold its annual Spring Show at Cooroy Memorial Hall on 23-24 August. The club meets at the Timbeerwah hall the second Sat-

At 10am on Saturday 27 July in the Cooroy-Noosa Genealogical Group's Heritage Centre, 17 Emerald St, Cooroy, Dr Gattas will be special guest speaker, explaining the use of DNA testing in treating his patients and how next generation sequencing technology has entered clinical practice. Bookings essential to free presentation. Phone 3129 0356.

THURSDAY GIRLS The next Thursday Girls Ladies lunch in aid of our Educational Support Programme in the Noosa Shire State Schools will be held at Noosa Boathouse, 194 Gympie Terrace at 12.30pm on Thursday 25 July. Cost $40. Phone Liz Meikle on 0457 844 848.

SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCING AT POMONA Every Tuesday evening from 7pm to 9.30pm Pat and Norm Young organise a social evening at the Pomona Memorial School of Arts Hall - cost is $5, which includes supper. It is a very enjoyable evening as Pat and Norm provide New Vogue as well as Old Time Dancing. Come and be a spectator, and see if you will enjoy it. Everyone is welcome. Phone 5485 2007 for more information, or come and visit.

NOOSA 2010 COMBINED PROBUS CLUB Welcomes retirees to join us at the Tewantin Bowls Club, 65 Hilton Esplanade on Tuesday 13 August at 9.15am for a morning tea and interesting speakers. We have day and away trips, restaurant, theatre groups and more enjoyable activities. Phone Brian 0403 435 978.

NOOSA TOASTMASTERS Develop Public Speaking and Leadership skills for life at Noosa Toastmasters. We are a fun loving, supportive group who are all learning together.

We meet on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month 6.30 - 8.30pm at the CWA Hall in Poinciana Ave, Tewantin. The first two visits are free so you can come and see if it's the place for you. For enquiries phone Luke Bourne one 0404297582 or email noosatoastmasters@gmail.com.

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I'm back in Timor-Leste with Shaun Cairns of Tewantin-based Panga Productions, putting the finishing touches on the feature documentary that has been our labour of love for two years now.

Since our first filming trip to this ruggedly beautiful but blood-soaked island back in August 2017, our film project, called Generation 99, has frustrated the hell out of us and nearly broken the bank on several occasions, but I'm immensely proud and quite humbled that the Timorese government has made it possible for us to complete the film, and it will have its world premiere during the week of commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the 1999 referendum that gave this brave little country its independence after almost half a millennium of occupation.

Sadly, the invaders left TimorLeste in tatters as they raped, pillaged, murdered and torched everything they saw on their way out. And yet, out of that unimaginable tragedy, a new generation of artists, musicians, writers and film-makers has emerged whose vision is to honour the sacrifices of the past while describing the blue-sky future of this remarkable place. Basically, that's the theme of our film, which will screen alongside a new work from the legendary British cameraman Max Stahl, whose incredible coverage of the 1991 Santa Cruz Massacre was the beginning of the end for the brutal Indonesian occupation.

Since Indonesia has been our second home for 40 years, at times it's been difficult for me to document what happened in TimorLeste, but the many friends we've made in the Timorese cultural world have helped me understand that reconciliation and forgiveness are their means of moving forward.

This sentiment was brought home to me again last Saturday at an extraordinary and, dare I say it, historic afternoon of music at the shabby-chic Esplanada pub on the waterfront in Dili. Timorese singer/ songwriter Joviana Guterres and I put together a three-hour show at a moment's notice and on a shoestring budget, but it was roughly the equivalent of, say, Paul Kelly, Midnight Oil and INXS rocking up for a jam at your corner pub. Let me explain.

Our objective was to fill in some holes we had in our film for live performances from some of the key Timorese musicians from the past 50 years. This meant bringing together the surviving members of three generations of bands whose music, banned for many years under

occupation, had been the salvation of so many people, the soundtrack of the resistance.

The starting point was Toto Lebre, an amazing multi-instrumentalist who was the youngest member of the groundbreaking Cinco Do Oriente in the early 1970s, and is now its sole survivor. Although they played mostly Creedence covers at the start, Cinco had attitude, and they didn't like being subjugated by the Portuguese, and then by the Indonesians. They were card-carrying members of the Fretilin resistance, and when revolutionary sentiment began to infiltrate their lyrics, three of their members were "disappeared" outside the Hotel Dili after a gig, and were never seen again. Toto, still a teenager, ran for the hills.

At about the same time as Toto was hiding in the mountains, four-year-old Ego Lemos and three siblings were taken by their parents into a hastily-built camp deep in the jungle, where they were to spend the next half-dozen years avoiding militia patrols and living hand to mouth. But malnutrition and bullets claimed most of the family, and only Ego and his mother survived, eventually moving back to a safe house in Dili.

By the mid-1990s, the Indonesian occupation force had begun to loosen its ban on Timorese music, and Ego Lemos had formed a band that was soon the most popular in Dili. One night at a gig he was approached

by Toto Lebre, who suggested that he call the band New Cinco Do Oriente, and once again carry the resistance flag on stage, at least metaphorically. Frightened of the possible consequences, Ego accepted the challenge anyway, and Cinco was once again the voice of free Timor.

In the new century Ego Lemos became his country's greatest musical ambassador, touring the world and playing with Paul Kelly, Midnight Oil and with the late Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu, who became his close friend. Today Ego is the head of Timor-Leste's permaculture program, and is still the troubadour of Timor. Last Saturday at the Espy, my friend Ego Lemos sang the songs of revolution and survival with more energy and gusto than perhaps anyone, except the other great veteran of the TimorLeste music scene whose spirit I have come to know and love, Toto Lebre.

There were a few tears, and plenty of beers, but mostly there was joyous music, the kind that makes you feel glad to be alive, particularly when you know you are in the company of so many who could easily not be. ● noosatoday.com.au

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SHINAI BOUND FOR USA PLAY A Noosa softballer who helped a Queensland team win a national title last weekend is now desperately seeking help from others to get to the US, where she will play for Australia in a World Cup. Shinai Gibbins, 18, was a pitcher in the Queensland Women's U23 softball team that was undefeated at the Australian championships in Redlands, near Brisbane.

Shinai, a Sunshine Coast Sports Federation Junior Sports Star of the Month, is now preparing to join the Australian Under 19 women's team which will tour the US for three weeks in August. But she still needs about $3000 to get there and is desperately seeking donations or sponsorship. The entire tour and lead-up are costing Shinai and her family about $12,000.

"It's been hard work raising the money but it's a dream come true," Shinai said.

Some of the money has been raised through a donation tin for

customers at Peggy Sue's Diner in Belli Park, where Shinai works. The diner is also donating $1 from every burger sold, and her family will organise a fundraising trivia night at the Tewantin-Noosa RSL. Shinai, the first female softballer from Noosa to join an international touring team, is looking forward to the World Cup and hopes the team can improve on the previous Australian team which placed 7th.

"It's going to be tough, especially as we face Japan in the first game but we're really keen to do well," she said.

Anyone who would like to help Shinai can donate at Peggy Sue's Diner or call the diner on 5447 0027.

Noosa Softball's summer competition for male and female junior and senior players will start on 14 September, with a sign-on day to be held at the club grounds in Butler St, Tewantin on Saturday 24 August. ●

TIGERS JAM THE PUMAS The Rococo's Bar and Bistro Noosa Tigers have hammered the third placed and highly fancied Springwood by 15 goals at the Noosa Village Autos Oval last Saturday.

Another strong Noosa crowd witnessed a complete Tiger avalanche as the local boys totally dominated contested ball especially during the first three quarters. The win guarantees Noosa a home second semi final on August the 17th and senior coach Adam Bovalino couldn't have been happier. 'I'm just really proud of the way you blokes continually go about it. I know there is still a long way to go but if we stick to our team first ethos and follow our structures we'll be very hard to beat from here', Bovalino said in the rooms after the game.

Of course in such a one-sided win there were many good players for the Tigers. Up forward Hayden Brock booted six goals in another great performance at senior level. Teenager Will O'Dwyer bagged four majors in another eye-catching display by the skilful playmaker. Big man Ryan Jeffery kicked three goals and was as equally effective in the ruck also.

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off his legs at centre half forward as he continues a very good season.

On-ballers Tyler stack and Mitch Woods had a field day collecting 38 and 41 touches respectively to be surely in the votes in what was a comprehensive victory.

Down back Ryley Buntain was again a standout in the absence of skipper Aaron Laskey whilst young Will McKenzie showed he can play a variety of roles with a terrific performance across half back.

Back at home this weekend as we host Aspley on past players day and welcome Greg Ritchie (known as one of the best after dinner speakers in the country) on our 2019 Mega Auction Day with tickets selling fast!

A massive thank you to Campbell Brown who completely wowed the crowd at last weekend's President's Luncheon. Thank you to all who attended - especially our great band of junior coaches and managers. Best of luck to all junior Tiger teams this weekend and a big congrats to Dylan Evans who sensationally made the All Australian inclusion team after a brilliant carnival in Sydney last weekend - coached by our very own Rob Purves! Go Tigers! ●

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STATE BOXING TEAM WINS CUP The Queensland Amateur Boxing Club Team that recently flew to New Zealand to contest the Anzac Cup, ( Queensland vs New Zealand club teams ) came home with the trophy; winning 6 of the 10 bouts.

Of the 10 team members, five were from the Impact Club and of these four won their fights thus giving the local fighters, four wins in Queensland's six victories. Coach/ manager Mark Evans of Cooroy said, "We were very happy with the results and all our 10 fighters performed well. Winning the Cup on this trip means that Queensland has now won the last three tournaments."

Highlight of the tournament was the performance of Paige Robinson of the Impact club. "This young lady at 14 has had 19 fights for 16 wins and despite her youth this tournament was her fourth International tournament outside Australia. This sort of experience is invaluable for someone so young and if she keeps performing like she is now she could go a long way; her brother Cohen aged 12 is also going strong with 15 fights to his credit," said Coach Mark Evans. "Despite giving away age and weight Keana Welsh age 15 also had a good win."

Perhaps the best news to come out of this trip is that a New Zealand team will be visiting us to contest the Annual Young Guns tournament.

Noosa's boxing champions.

This event which is hosted by the Noosa District State High School at Cooroy, will be held in October this year and if previous tournaments are any indication it will certainly be a night to remember.

Last weekend with eyes on the future and that illusive Olympic gold, Boxing Australia's, Queensland Future Coach, Mark Evans conducted a training camp for promising youth and junior members. This is just one part of an ongoing strategic plan to continue raising the standard in not just Queensland but also Australia. We wish Boxing Australia all the best.

Last week Australia's 51kg National champion Taylah Robinson of Impact Academy was in Thailand with the Australian team to represent her country in the Kings Cup, one of amateur boxing's biggest International events. Unfortunately sudden illness prevented her from competing As a lead up to the tournament Taylah and her team mates have attended a 10 day multi training camp, training three times a day for 10 days.This type of training is essential if we are to get our athletes on to the podium at the Olympic Games.

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When speaking of International training another local sport that aims at providing this for its athletes, is the Sunshine Coast Martial Arts Shotokan Karate Dojo. Situated on Gibson Road Noosa, 20 of its members will on August 13 depart for Japan where they will take part in heavy training seminars and a major international tournament under the World Shotokan Karate Federation.

"Our team,'' said Head Sensei (teacher) Bryan Dukas, "will train in Tokyo and the town of Kamakura" This Dojo, which has recently received its International Shotokan Accreditation, will also on July 31, fly members to contest the AKF (Australian Karate Federation) National Championships in Tasmania. Sensei Bryan Dukas has also received his official accreditation, as an International Instructor, Examiner and A class judger; with the awarded being made by the World Shotokan Karate Federation.

On Saturday the dojo conducted a Black Belt grading session and interesting to note that of the nine pupils eight were female. Big well done to Ellie Nissen who received a dojo Black Belt after many years of hard training and also Garry Maher Black Belt who at age 76 received his Ni (2nd) Dan. â—?

JACK MANGROVE

OUTSTANDING CAPTURES OFFSHORE In the lead up to the full moon the fish were certainly chewing hard with some outstanding captures offshore and in the river. Out wide DI, The Hards and Barwon banks produced snapper, cobia, scarlet sea perch, pearl perch, venus tusk fish, amberjack, kingfish and some solid jewies too. Live baits seem to be the go so be sure to take some live bait rigs with you. North reef has been providing snapper, tuskies, pearlies, cobia and jewies.

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dillies for a great mix of seafood on your return.

Sunshine reef continues to provide anglers using baits and lures with a mix of snapper, pearlies, sweetlip, cobia and even the odd mackerel. Having a floater out is still a great way to connect to one whether it be a live bait or a drifted pilchard. In close along halls, castaways and further south toward Arkwright Shoal, reports of big snapper have been in the shallower waters. These fish taking a mix of soft plastics and baits lightly weighted.

The river has seen some amazing captures with some huge diamond trevally coming from Woods Bay. These fish fell for a micro jig which is one of the best ways to target trevally. Be sure to use finer gauge assists for maximum hook penetration if fishing light lines

and leaders. The lower areas of the mouth and dog beach continue to provide anglers with big flathead and bream along with big golden trevally. Of course up river they can be found too. Flatties and bream are also found around these areas so there really is no need to head up steam while the lower area is going so well.

Surf fishing is going well with light winds and swell. The dart, bream and whiting are around the river mouths and along the various beaches up and down the coast.

Tailor and jewies are still a bit quiet but the low light has been best for these fish. Set up at dusk and keep baits of worm, mullet and pippies fresh.

So on behalf of Jack Mangrove, best of luck on your fishing adventures! â—?

Oliver Knoll, 8, with a 60cm flathead he caught himself from the Maroochy River.

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