Noosa Today - 5th May 2023

Roadside delivery

By Margie Maccoll

Delivering her baby in the middle of the highway at night in the pouring rain wasn’t what Jessica Amato-Ali had in mind for the birth of her first child but luckily her mum, Noosa Today’s Simone Bell, was there to catch her when Nora Grace came into the world.

“It was pretty intense while it was happening,“ Jess said of giving birth on the side of the road on the way to hospital. “It’s one of those things you think; I wouldn’t do that again.We were pleased it all went well. A lot of things could have gone wrong.“

Nora Grace was born just after 8pm on Thursday 27 April. Jess, her husband Kerese and Simone weren’t expecting the birth to be so quick.

Jess had visited the midwife that morning to be told IVF babies like hers generally don’t come naturally and contractions could last 36 hours but if they got intense to go to the hospital. But Nora Grace had other plans.

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No leg rope law

By Phil Jarratt

Noosa is very unlikely to follow the lead of Byron Bay in introducing a leg rope (or surf leash) mandate with hefty fines for offenders in response to recent serious accidents involving loose boards in the surf.

Acting Noosa Council chief executive officer Larry Sengstock told Noosa Today: “Noosa Council has not considered going down the path that Byron Bay Council has undertaken, and there has been no official discussion on the issue that I am aware of. Of course, we expect there will be mixed views within the surfing fraternity.

“Currently our approach is that we support an education process through the erection of signage outlining the surf codes and rules, along with other safety measures, while working with the NoosaWorld Surfing Reserve stewardship council, Surf Life Saving Queensland and various other stakeholders.”

On 27 April Byron Shire became the first council in Australia to impose a leg rope law when it voted unanimously in favour of a motion put by Councillor Cate Coorey, citing “a long-held wish of residents, including the majority of the surfing fraternity, especially on our most crowded surf breaks”, and despite having received legal advice that such a law would be extremely difficult to police and enforce.

Ralph James, legal counsel for Byron Shire Council, said: “Council would need to show both that a surfer wasn’t wearing a leg rope in the water and that the accused reasonably passed near enough to a notice prior to entering the water that they could be said to have acted contrary to it. It is not clear how council enforcement officers could reasonably gather evidence of these elements.”

The new mandate carries an on the spot fine of $75 and up to $1100 if the matter goes to court. As it does in Noosa and other densely-populated surfing destinations, the leg rope

issue has reared its head in Byron often over the past decade, but two events in recent times have sent public outrage next level.

In 2019 local paper the Byron Echo published a full page advertisement for local legal firm Somersville Laundry Lomax posing the question, “Have you been injured by a surfer whose board was not restrained by a leg rope?”

The firm claimed to have found precedents that would make civil damages cases easier to win, but apart from being accused of opportunism, SLL doesn’t seem to have won damages for any surf-related clients.

In February this year the leg rope issue hit the headlines again when Byron surfer Matt Cassidy had his bicep severed by an out of control surfboard at Wategos Beach. It was a serious injury and Cassidy was a highly competent surfer who was in control of his own board at the time, according to witnesses. What is less clear is whether the loose board that did the damage was unleashed by choice or whether

the leg rope had snapped. But now the incident is written into history as the catalyst for the Byron leggie law.

In January 2022 there was similar confusion over whether a leg rope was in use when Noosa surfer Derek Symons required 17 staples in the back of his head after being run over by a surfboard at Noosa National Park. The 42-year-old was also a competent surfer who knew the break well, and since recovering he has been using his experience to help promote safer surfing practices. It was ironic that Derek’s serious injury came just weeks after the Noosa Council roundtable on surf safety, run in conjunction with the Noosa World Surfing Reserve, completed year-long deliberation on the best ways to mitigate increasing safety issues at our surf breaks due to over-crowding since Covid and higher numbers of novices taking to the water with no knowledge of basic safety and etiquette procedures.

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Hunks sizzle

Look out ladies, the hunks from Sydney Hotshots are back in Noosa to sizzle and seduce for one night only with a brand-new killer show.

The show is on Saturday 6 May in the Diggers Bar from 7pm at Tewantin Noosa RSL.

The two-hour production is a visual feast, choreographed and developed by Australia’s leading professionals. The hand-picked selection of dreamy guys will have the ladies up from their chairs, screaming for more, night after night. With a totally interactive production, The Secret Fantasies Tour is the perfect night out with the girls. A high energy production, the shows boast the perfect mix of killer dance routines, eye-catching costumes, acrobatics, and jaw dropping athletic male physiques.

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from 100s of men nationwide and put through an intensive Hotshots Bootcamp, all graduating with an A+ in hip thrusting. The fellas come from various backgrounds from Tradies, Cops, Farmers and even Fireman to tour Australia and entertain the ladies. Hosted by seasoned professional Paul Reynolds (original cast member of Manpower Australia and Las Vegas headliner), Reynold’s showmanship and cheeky banter with audiences makes for an extra entertaining evening. Head to Noosa Today’s Facebook page to enter a giveaway. But be quick the show is on this Saturday!

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The coronation of King Charles III will occur on Saturday. Our King.

Celebrations were recorded across the country at the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II 70 years ago.

Where will the celebrations be on Saturday for our constitutional monarch?

No national holiday has been declared to mark the occasion.

Over the weekend, significant national buildings and monuments will be illuminated in royal purple.

On Sunday, a 21-gun salute will be fired from the forecourt of parliament house.

Two Australians will play official roles in Charles’s coronation at Westminster Abbey.

Simon Abney-Hastings of Wangaratta is the 15th Earl of Loudon, an ancient Scottish title, and is a distant relative of the new king and will be the bearer of the great golden spurs.

Chelsea striker and captain of the Australia football team captain Sam Kerr will carry the Australian flag.

The Australian government will be represented at the coronation ceremony in London by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese alongside the king’s Australian representative Governor General David Hurley, and the state governors.

Also attending will be a group of“outstanding citizens”.

Forty members of Australia’s Federation Guard – the ceremonial unit of Australia’s armed forces – will be part of the 4000-strong procession leading the king back to Buckingham Palace after the Westminster Abbey coronation.

The benefits and costs of having a monarch and a move to a republic will no doubt be debated going forward.

- Margaret Maccoll

Slater to fight charges

By Margie Maccoll

Former Australian cricket great Michael Slater pleaded not guilty in Noosa Magistrates Court on Tuesday to one charge of assaulting police and two counts of obstructing police.

Slater appeared alone in court with Magistrate Chris Callaghan acknowledging a letter sent on Slater’s behalf by hisToowoomba-based lawyer who requested bail for his client and a two-month adjournment to review the case.

The magistrate agreed with the request ordering bail at Slater’s own undertaking and a return to face court in Noosa on 4 July.

Outside the courthouse Slater told waiting media he would fight the charges, before opening up about his battle with mental health, saying it was the first time he had spoken publicly in two years.

Slater, 53, was arrested a month ago after police were called to a home in Noosa.

“It was a misunderstanding. Police were doing their job,“ Slater said.

When asked how he was, Slater replied he was “going very well“ but had a “dip“ a month ago.

“It’s been a very positive move for me coming up to this part of the world,“ he said.

“But unfortunately about a month ago I had a dip which was triggered by a few personal matters.

“It was just a mental health dip for me. I’m back on track and hopefully will get this sort of stuff in the past and get on to better things.

“I’ve worked so hard with my mental health.

It’s been an ongoing battle for a number of years. I’ve lost a lot in the last couple of years.“

When asked if he thought enough was said about the mental health of professional sports people Slater said there was a lot of conversation about it but the difficulty was what people did with it.

“I’ll get asked a lot how are you travelling and I obviously see a lot of professionals and that’s where my confidence, all the things I open up about go, in the professional world.

“If you’re asked how you’re going, if you say, I’m not travelling really well, it’s really hard for that person whether it’s a family member, a

friend or stranger to know what to do.

“There’s a lot of channels out there for those who suffer but when you’re in the pit of mental health it takes a lot of motivation to get up and get out that door and seek mental health, sometimes you do need that intervention, someone dragging you.“

Slater said he thought the world was moving in the right way but there were still a lot of gaps that could be filled.

He denied the cricket world had ostracised him, saying if anyone had ostracised themselves it was him.

“It’s been highly embarrassing I suppose on a personal level to undergo everything that’s happened,“ he said.

“I’ve made some mistakes. I think there have been some improves as well. I’ve been fighting hard to get on top of things.

“LIfe’s not easy but I’ve got three beautiful kids, that’s where I’m focused. I’m looking for a job.“

Slater placed himself among other professional sports people who had struggled after retirement.

“Certainly retired sports people, there’s a list that have struggled in retirement,“ he said.

“Not that my retirement was a bad. I was working in TV for 20 years, then it all snowballed.“

The former batsman was part of the Australian cricket team from 1993 to 2001, playing 74 Tests.

He then forged a career as a high-profile cricket commentator that ended in 2021.

Noosa man takes responsibility for Indonesia rampage

By Rachael Ward, AAP

A Noosa man arrested in Indonesia has taken responsibility for his actions after an alleged rampage.

Bodhi Mani Risby-Jones, 23, is now fully aware of what happened, according to a statement released by his family.

“(He) is disturbed by his actions and takes full responsibility for them,“ they told ABC News in a statement.

The carpenter reportedly faces up to five years in jail if convicted over the alleged incident on Thursday on the island of Simeulue, off the coast of Sumatra.

He allegedly emerged naked from his hotel room and chased and struck people in the street, including a fisherman who needed stitches in his leg, Simeulue police chief Jatmiko said, according to Indonesian media.

Appearing under police guard, RisbyJones said he felt like he was not himself and was “possessed“ during the incident.

“It was not a good feeling. It was not myself. I’m normally a nice guy,“ he said in an interview broadcast on ABC TV.

Aceh operates under a Sharia-based legal system and alcohol consumption is banned.

Risby-Jones faces a charge of maltreatment, according to media reports. Bodhi

Risby-Jones.

Picture: FACEBOOK

Michael Slater speaks to media outside Noosa courthouse.

No leg rope law for

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The roundtable produced many great ideas, and council funding for parts of the NWSR’s safety and etiquette education and awareness program, but the problems remain. And one of them is that it’s all too easy to attack the low-hanging fruit every time there is a preventable surf injury – the leg rope averse traditional longboarders, sometimes derogatorily labelled “hipsters”. To understand the issue that Byron Bay has acted on, and so far we are not, despite suffering the same injury risks, you have to understand a little of the history.

From the start of the modern surfboard era in the mid-1950s, there were no leg ropes or leashes, and surfers who learnt their chops in the 1960s, as did this writer, knew that the first rule was control over your board, or face the long swim to the beach, or worse, to the rocks to pick up the pieces. Partly this was because when a French surfer named George Hennebutte invented a “footline” with elastic line and a double-velcro ankle strap in 1958, it rose without trace, presumably because no self-respecting surfer wanted to tie himself to his heavy board. Even more than a decade later, there was no immediate uptake when Pat O’Neill, the son of wetsuit pioneer Jack O’Neill, invented a leash attached to the nose of his board by a suction cap in Santa Cruz, California in 1970, possibly because when Jack tried out the prototype it rebounded and took out his left eye. But every cloud has a silver lining, and Jack’s new pirate look graced all the advertising that made O’Neill Wetsuits one of surfing’s first super brands.

In the early ‘70s I surfed my way around the UK, Europe and half of Bali without using or seeing a leg rope, and it wasn’t until faced with surfing big waves at Uluwatu for the first time, an old hand persuaded me to borrow one of his leashes. I did and I was tied to my board for the next 20 years. But the longboard renaissance from the late 1980s brought with it a desire to get back to surfing’s traditions, and one of the most important was to walk up and down the board without hindrance. That has only become stronger.

I’ve watched the current WSL world champion longboarder, Noosa’s Harrison Roach surf since he was a little kid, and I’ve never seen him ride a longboard with a leg rope. Who am I to tell him times have changed, that because others can’t control their heavy boards, he must be tied to his? There has to be a better way to achieve behavioural change, because it is not just loose boards in the break that pose a clear and present danger. I asked both of Noosa’s surfing councillors for their views.

Cr Amelia Lorentson: “Surfing without a leg rope or with a leg rope can seriously injure others in the surf. The issue is surfer ability, not leg ropes. Understanding your limitations and knowing the rules – the Surf Code. This does not need mandating. What is required is education and strong community messaging. And it needs to be led by the surfing community and not regulatory bodies. Surfers listen to surfers.”

Cr Tom Wegener: “Noosa is blessed with some of the best waves in the world. Not the biggest or most challenging, but the best when

all aspects are taken into account. As more people crowd into the surf, inevitably injuries occur from surfboards. What causes the injuries? Is it the knife-like fins on the board, the very hard rails, the pointy noses, or a loose board which was lost by someone without a leash? I think the danger begins when the rider is not in control of the board, with or without a leash. The true need is to instill the old fashion culture of maintaining control of your board at all times. It is recognising the situation on the day and surfing with others in mind, knowing your limits, and fitting in with the crowd.”

The Noosa World Surfing Reserve has not only been debating these issues for years, but also initiating appropriate educative responses. There is much to be seen on their website, noosaworldsurfingreserve.com.au, but the official response to Noosa Today’s request was:

“Noosa World Surfing Reserve opinion is that mandating anything is going to be difficult, so we strongly encourage leg-ropes for safety reasons. We live in a congested surf environment and the mitigation of the existing hazards, such as surfboards without leg-ropes, is essential to keep each other safe. Our education of locals and tourists should be seen in this light.”

Disclosure: The writer is a former president of the Noosa World Surfing Reserve and was co-chair of the Noosa Council Surf Safety Roundtable through 2021. He sometimes sneaks an unrestricted surf at a semi-deserted beach break, but for three years has worn a leg rope at all times on Noosa’s points, proving that an old dog can learn new tricks.

Longboarder sans leggie.

Picture: FENNA DE KING

Surfing without restraint can be such fun, in the right place.

Picture: FENNA DE KING

A longboarder heads out to the Boiling Pot without a rope in last week’s swell.

Byron surfer Matt Cassidy in trouble earlier this year.

Picture: JOSH WHEATLEY

A familiar scene, long boarders without leg ropes heading for the outer bays.

Picture: FENNA DE KING

Returning to duty

Senior Constable Mark Barclay, who experienced a horrific fall when the ground gave way during a holiday with family in Tasmania 16 months ago, has returned to work on the Sunshine Coast.

This is a huge achievement for Mark and a great relief to his family, friends and colleagues.

In late December 2021, during a visit to a waterfall in Tasmania with his family, the ground underneath Mark gave way, causing him to fall a significant distance onto rocks and water below.

Mark was put into a coma for three weeks with fractured legs, significant facial fractures requiring reconstructive surgery and swelling on the brain resulting in other complications.

Seven weeks later, Mark was flown back home and transferred for specialist treatment to the Princess Alexandra Hospital.

The Sunshine Coast Tactical Crime Squad officer and valued member of the Police Dive Unit is described as an amazing, generous and positive person.

Known also for his smile and pasty white skin, the husband and father of two young children had a long journey of rehabilitation and recovery ahead.

In February last year, Queensland Police made a big splash as they rallied around their colleague arranging a 24-hours swim-a-thon to help raise support for Mark and his family.

Last week, Sunshine Coast District Superintendent Craig Hawkins welcomed Senior Constable Barclay back on duty crediting his self-determination, resilience, commitment and positivity.

“Mark is a truly inspirational individual,” Superintendent Craig Hawkins said.

“I would also like to thank everyone involved in the fund raising and support offered to Mark and his family, particularly the Sunshine coast District Tactical Crime Squad team that rallied and drove this support.”

Senior Constable Barclay said he was buoyed by the ongoing support of family and the service alike.

“I am extremely lucky to have a great family around me for support. But in addition to this support the generosity, encouragement and assistance from all my colleagues has enabled me to stay positive, motivated and continue pushing to this day where I can get back out on the road and look forward to coming to work

each day; not only to support my community and give back where they have helped me, but to also be side by side with my colleagues again,” Senior Constable Barclay said.

“Thank you for everything everybody did for me through this extremely difficult time in my life and I am ecstatic about and looking forward to the future.”

Police release arson investigation footage

Police have released footage of a vehicle and three people who may be able to assist with ongoing investigations into the arson of a Tewantin home in March.

On Wednesday 29 March at approximately 1.30am, emergency services were called to a fire at a Waratah Close address.

The house was destroyed by the deliberately lit fire.

No one was inside the home at the time of the fire.

Police will allege the residence was linked to an earlier assault, deprivation of liberty and

robbery investigation on Saturday 11 March.

Further investigations indicate an unknown group of people distributed offensive and harassing materials via mail in the Tewantin area in the lead up to the arson of the house.

Investigators believe there may be a link between the three incidents.

Anyone with information regarding the arson or distribution of hate mail is asked to contact police.

To watch the footage visit mypolice.qld.gov. au/sunshinecoast/2023/04/28/update-suspicious-fire-investigation-tewantin/

Teen boy charged on road deaths

A teenage boy has been charged with dangerous driving causing death following a traffic crash which claimed the lives of three people in Maryborough on Sunday 30 April.

Around 10.45pm, an allegedly stolen Mercedes-Benz was travelling south on Saltwater Creek Road near Sydney Street when it has allegedly collided with the rear of a Holden. The Holden has then collided with a Mazda headed towards Hervey Bay.

The driver and passenger of the Holden, a 17-year-old Oakhurst girl and 29-year-old Maryborough woman, died at the scene.

The driver and sole occupant of the Mazda, a 52-year-old Torquay woman, also died at the scene.

A 23-year-old Tinana woman travelling in the Holden was airlifted to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital in a critical condition.

The driver of the Mercedes-Benz sustained minor injuries to his foot.

It is believed a passenger from the Mercedes-Benz fled the scene and enquiries are continuing to verify this information.

It will be further alleged the Mercedes-Benz was stolen from a Maryborough residence at 8.40pm on Sunday.

The 13-year-old Bundaberg boy has been charged with three counts of dangerous operation of motor vehicle causing death and one count of unlawful use of a motor vehicle.

He is due before Maroochydore Childrens Court at a later date.

Investigations are continuing and anyone who saw the silver MercedesBenz travelling in the Maryborough and Hervey Bay area prior to the crash, is urged to contact police.

Anyone with information regarding the arson or distribution of hate mail

Anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage is asked to come forward.

Mark Barclay experienced a horrific fall during a visit to a waterfall.

Mark experienced fractured legs, significant facial fractures and swelling on the brain.

Senior Constable Mark Barclay has returned to work on the Sunshine Coast.

is asked to contact police.

A teenage boy has been charged with dangerous driving causing death.

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“I was expecting the contractions to have gotten closer together,“ Jess said.

To hurry the labour along Jess tried walking up and down the driveway and swimming in the pool in the pouring rain.

Simone put it down to a high pain tolerance, an attribute they shared, that hid the strength of contractions Jess must have been experiencing.

As they waited at home for labour to progress it was Kerese who said, “we should go now“ so they headed for the hospital.

“We’d been driving about 40 minutes (about 10 minutes from the hospital) and we hit roadworks on the Bruce Highway. I thought Oh My God I’m not going to make it. I saw an ambulance beside us and said we should flag it down,“ Jess said.

“I remember taking the (Kawana) turnoff. I don’t remember much after that. It’s like my body knew what to do. I was in the passenger seat, one leg on the dashboard, one leg on the side of the car. I couldn’t move the seat back. We had a child seat in the back. I was lying across the handbrake, across Kerese. He held the phone. He was really chilled. He was really good.“

Simone got out from the back seat to deliver the baby while Kerese relayed instructions from paramedics who were driving up and down the highway having trouble locating them. Simone had rain on her back and could hear water being tossed up at her from passing traffic.

“(The paramedic) said have you got something to wrap the baby in?“ she said. Kerese just reached back and picked up a towel on the back seat, handing it to Simone.

“We were all pretty calm. We just did what we had to do,“ she said.

“Can you feel the head?“ the paramedic asked? “You’re going to have to catch it, don’t

drop it. It’s going to come flying out. Next contraction she came out. After I’d gotten out of the car she had the baby within three minutes. There was no way she could have lasted any longer.“

Simone held her first grandchild for about 15 minutes before paramedics arrived. Jess’ best friend found their location through an app linking both their phones and relayed the information to the paramedics.

After two nights in hospital a healthy 2.6kg Nora Grace and Jess went home with a story to tell.

Happy family Kerese and Jessica Amato-Ali with baby Nora Grace

Simone Bell with first grandchild Nora Grace Nora Grace was born on the white lines in the middle of the highway.

Paramedics were directed to the family by a friend with an app.

Council adopts new plan

Noosa Council last week adopted its vision for the future in its five-year Corporate Plan.

A legal requirement of local governments, the plan, authored by chief executive officer Scott Waters, outlines council’s strategic direction and performance indicators for measuring its progress in achieving its vision.

Mr Waters called it the most significant document council would deliver.

“This is your promise to take the council forward to the future,“ he said.

The 2023-2028 Corporate Plan has been described as a major overhaul of the 2017-2037 plan and is based around five strategic pillars – Environment, Liveability, Prosperity, Future and Excellence.

At Thursday’s special meeting, Mayor Clare Stewart said the high-level visionary document was the roadmap to advance the vision of council and the community through collaboration.

“The plan includes key projects such as the Coastal and Foreshore Management Plans, delivery of the Housing Strategy, transforming waste management practices and completing the Destination Management Plan,“ she said.

“This document sets out the future, looks at the opportunities and challenges and determines how best we can capitalise on the emerging digital trends and 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.“

Supporting each pillar are clear objectives, key performance indicators and proposed outcomes.

Cr Stewart said the corporate plan, designed in the refreshed council brand, would help ensure council decisions over the next five years focussed on protecting the amenity of Noosa, enhancing lifestyles and preserving the rich natural environment.

“This plan provides clarity around what the community considers important and the level of engagement was very strong, with nearly

1100 respondents providing feedback during the process,” she said.

Analysis of the community feedback identified some common themes such as more affordable and social housing, Kin Kin Quarry concerns, addressing the quality of the roads and traffic, improving public transport, a focus on meeting the 2026 zero emissions target, celebrating Noosa’s natural beauty and continuing to prioritise parks, cycle and walking paths.

“Addressing the impacts of tourism and how it is managed in the long term was also raised by the community,” Cr Stewart said.

Cr Brian Stockwell said community responses revealed the important focus placed on the environment and highlighted two key

issues - transport and traffic and housing - that were impacting on liveability.

“Of course we have to invest and work to protect our natural environment, our scenic amenities and other assets the shire provides in the way of benefits to living in this community, but the crucial part is how we get people to enjoy these places with good transport mechanisms that don’t create greenhouse gases and how we can house the full range of our population,“ he said.

Cr Stockwell said while housing was not regarded as a local government responsibility as the community has raised the issue as being its second highest focus it was incumbent on council to create housing choice.

Deputy Mayor Frank Wilkie said the response from the community offered what they suspected that the environment, residential amenity and liveability rated extremely highly.

The plan is an evolution of the journey we have been on for a decade now, said Cr Wilkie who described the plan as a beautifully written document that addressed strategies and plans but also presented a challenge to deliver on what was promised.

Cr Stewart said the plan adopted last week reflected community views and would guide council in delivering a sustainable future for Noosa.

Check out the 2023-2028 Corporate Plan at bit.ly/3LuSE5z

Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart and chief executive officer Scott Waters

Black Mountain milestone

Six thousand cubic metres of concrete – equivalent to two and a half Olympic size swimming pools and 800 tonnes of steel are some of the materials needed to restore the section of Black Mountain damaged in the 2022 floods.

The landslide – as wide as a rugby league playing field and as deep as a five-storey building – is the largest ever reconstruction tender to be issued by Noosa Council.

The tender documents were issued this week after design concepts were endorsed by the Queensland Reconstruction Authority.

Council’s infrastructure services director Larry Sengstock said it was hoped to have a contractor in place as soon as possible.

“It’s a significant milestone to issue this multi-million dollar tender as engineers have grappled with the complexities and challenges of restoring such a significant landslip,” he said.

Change for better

Noosa Council is the 44th council to join Queensland’s Small Business Friendly (SBF) program.

Its first action as an SBF member saw Noosa Council sign the SBF Charter at the 2023 Small Business Friendly Conference at the Maroochy RSL Events Centre on the Sunshine Coast.

The 2023 Small Business Friendly Conference is an exclusive member benefit of the Small Business Friendly Program developed and delivered by the Queensland Small Business Commissioner to bring members together to collaborate and share ideas.

Employment and Skills Development Minister and Training and Skills Development Minister Di Farmer said, “Small businesses are the backbone of the state’s economy and are a crucial focus of the Queensland Government’s objectives for the community. They are our families, our friends, our neighbours and help keep our communities strong.

“Collaborating to support jobs, grow manufacturing, and investing in skills will help Queensland small businesses thrive.

“I’m delighted that so many councils have committed to being small business friendly and I am confident that Noosa Council will benefit by aligning themselves with other likeminded SBF program members.”

Queensland Small Business Commissioner,

Dominique Lamb said, “We welcome Noosa Council to the SBF family. By joining the SBF program today, it demonstrates their commitment to working together to enhance the operating environment for small businesses.“

“Our team is committed to supporting the council and the local small business community to help deliver real benefits for Noosa. We are confident Noosa Council will learn a lot from the great work being done by other SBF program members.

“Being at the 2023 Small Business Conference today means all councils including Noosa Council have the chance to think about the future, share ideas and learn from one another.”

Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart said, “At Noosa Council, we are proud to join the Small Business Friendly program to further demonstrate our commitment to all small businesses across Noosa.“

“We have a vibrant small businesses community that is key to our economic growth, the backbone of our shire who continually delivers first class service.

“By signing the SBF Charter today, we are committed to working with our local small businesses to continue to improve how we do business.”

As of 28 April, 44 of 77 councils (or 57 per cent of councils) are members of the SBF

program. This represents 80 per cent of the Queensland small business community.

The SBF program was established by the Queensland Small Business Commissioner in 2020 to recognise and support organisations that are working hard to help local small businesses survive and thrive.

The SBF Charter is a series of simple yet powerful commitments to guide how members can enhance how they work with small businesses. Activities can include:

- Raising small business profile and capability by addressing regulatory pain points (reducing red tape).

- Making it easier for councils to buy from, and be a good customer of, their local small businesses (ensuring fair procurement and prompt payment terms).

- Being mindful of and proactively managing disruptions caused to business when undertaking infrastructure projects or road works.

- Supporting resilience and recovery in relation to the Covid-19 pandemic and natural disasters.

Queensland has more than 473,000 small businesses, contributing around $120 billion to our economy, creating jobs, growing local economies, and providing essential goods and services.

Tender documents show that construction crews will be required to drive more than 300 steel and concrete piles into the ground to create a solid platform to rebuild the road and stabilise the road area at depths between five metres and 25 metres.

“We still have a considerable amount of work to do, but issuing the tender is a significant project milestone,” Mr Sengstock said.

“Given the significant engineering and market-based challenges, we remain hopeful of getting strong responses from major construction firms.”

Mayor Clare Stewart said it was positive to see the project reach this milestone.

“We appreciate the challenges faced by residents of Black Mountain and we have endeavoured to assist in as many ways as possible.

“The landslide is quite complex, and we thank the impacted communities for their patience and willingness to adapt to the ongoing changes this disaster has created for them,” she said.

The tender period closes May 23.

Black Mountain landslide site

Mayor Clare Stewart, Small Business Minister Di Farmer and Small Business Commissioner Dominique Lamb.

Book sales help homeless

By Margie Maccoll

Grey skies had people heading to Bookfest Noosa this weekend and Noosa Daybreak Rotary members couldn’t have been happier.

Richard Marsh said the Rotary group had collected 25,000 books for this year’s event which was slightly down in numbers from last year but they hoped to again raise about $30,000 with the proceeds being donated to assist people who are homeless in Noosa.

Richard said volunteers unloaded 16 pallets of books from their storage shed, filling all the tables set up within the Noosa Leisure Centre.

A steady stream of people browsed the books, picking up bargains at $3 a book and only $1 for children’s books.

Richard said money raised would go to the Salvation Army to sponsor a case manager to help people in Noosa who were homeless.

Also adding to the book sales at the event was Sharon Stevens who had brought along a selection of bags and scarves to sell, with half the proceeds going to Rotary and the other half to a woman named Suman, from Gujarat in India, who made the items from recycled saris.

Sharon said while travelling in Gujarat she met a tour guide with a strong social conscience who had helped rescue 23-year-old Suman and establish a life for herself.

When Suman’s parents died from Covid her uncle lured her to Mumbai where he sold her into prostitution. She was shifted to Ahmedabad by her handlers where the tour guide rescued her. She was then helped by a Self Employed Women’s Association (SEWA) with housing and taught to sew.The tour guide purchased a sewing machine for her and helped her set up her business with another woman,

also helped by the man, who was forced to live on the streets after being divorced. Sharon said the story just resonated with her.

“If I can buy some of these every now and then it gives her a regular income,“ Sharon said.

Noosa Daybreak Rotary president Ken Kip-

ping said the annual Bookfest run by the club had raised funds to support various projects in the local region over the years with homelessness the focus this year.

Renters still battling soaring Sunshine Coast prices

As renters continue to battle soaring prices on the Sunshine Coast, local residents are leaning on caravan parks and house-sitting opportunities to get a roof over their heads.

Mooloolaba resident Maria Brown and local business owner Joanne Fleming are part of the astounding number of people in the region who are battling unattainable rental prices.

The women sat down with Mal Cayley and Dave Mclenaghan on the Homes for Everyone podcast, sharing their own personal stories about the fight they are facing to avoid living in their cars.

Maria Brown has rented the same property for almost six years and said the increases have left her unable to ‘enjoy life’.

“This year my rent increased another $120 to $560 a week which has left me with $27 to live. I get a coffee in the mornings and see an occasional movie, that’s it. We’re supposed to be living but this isn’t living.

A friend has offered Ms Brown a five month house sitting opportunity but after that, her future is uncertain.

“If I can’t find someone else who would like me to look after their house, I’ll be in my car.”

After 19 years in the rental game with a clean history, Ms Fleming was pushed to spend her savings on a caravan.

By luck of knowing someone who worked at a caravan park, she was able to land temporary accommodation.

“I never saw this for myself. I saw myself

owning my own home one day, not a caravan.”

Joanne Fleming said her young adult children have lost all hope of ever owning their home on the Sunshine Coast.

“It’s not a great vision for young people to look towards.”

Homes for Everyone founder Mal Cayley said he is astounded at the courage and optimism of the two women but it’s shameful they are in this position.

“From a Federal and State point of view there’s been a huge lack of responsibility, focus, delivery and intent in delivering social housing across Australia.”

Mr Cayley added that in our region, government targets have been to add 3600 new dwellings to the community each year and we’re only delivering 3000 hence the growing undersupply for all kinds of property.

“There’s just not enough housing for all the people here and we’ve got to come up with immediate, alternate short term solutions while we fix the systemic and structural issues with the supply.

“We have to build more of everything as fast as we can because we just don’t have enough housing. Supply is the answer,” he added.

Mr Cayley said it’s crucial to educate the community around development and investors.

“If we are going to turn this around we need to undo a generation of understanding and belief.

“When you have a community that says ‘we don’t want further development’ because they think it will rob them of their lifestyle, what actually happens is we stop providing the right kind of development and that’s what leads to a housing crisis.”

The Homes for Everyone initiative is calling for people to put their digital hand up to say ‘enough is enough’ by filling in the form at homesforeveryone.com.au so that the collective voice of the community can influence real, positive changes to solve the housing crisis.

Listen to the podcast on Spotify, iHeartRadio or visit homesforeveryone.com.au

Local residents are leaning on caravan parks and house-sitting opportunities to get a roof over their heads.

Books of all types for sale to help the homeless.

Noosa Daybreak Rotary volunteers Jenny Whitehead and Richard Marsh.

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Books of all types for sale to help the homeless.

Sharon Stevens is selling bags and scarves made of recycled saris to support Rotary and an Indian woman named Suman.

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Million paws walk for pets

By Margie Maccoll

Eight year old Doug is hoping for a new home after waiting for the past few months at RSPCA Noosa as they prepare for their annual fundraising Million Paws Walk.

Unfortunately, adoptions of cats and dogs like Doug, who arrived after a life of neglect at a Chinchilla property, have been slow coming from Noosa residents with most recent local adoptions coming from outside the shire.

A shortage of accommodation for people, rising costs of living and a local preference for high value dogs is making it more difficult for dogs like Doug and cats to find a home in Noosa.

Doug is a sweet, gentle boy who is happy to meet everyone and greets you with a wagging tail. He would make a great companion for someone who is at home more often than not. He’s very social, has lived with other dogs before but needs a place with a big fence to keep him safe and prevent him visiting the neighbours.

This month RSPCA Noosa will host its Million Paws Walk after a three year absence due to Covid.

RSPCA Noosa manager Nicole Cleary is glad the money raised this year will go to assist animal cruelty officers.

After 30 years at the shelter, 28 as manag-

er, and seeing her fair share of neglected and abused animals Nicole recently assisted cruelty officers responding to reports of animal cruelty including one case where a dog was removed from an owner who would throw his dog down the stairs.

Nicole said the cruelty cases left her in tears and were so distressing she refused to continue accompanying cruelty officers, but across the country Noosa RSPCA is leading other shelters in its fundraising for this year’s Million Paws Walk, with the money so well deserved.

Prior to the walk RSPCA Noosa will host a huge Mothers Day garage sale on Saturday 13 May from 8.30am to 2.30pm at its shelter, cnr Eumundi and Hollett Rds, Noosaville. There will be lots of baked goods, plants, books and loads of second hand clothes and pet items.

This year the Million Paws Walk will be moved to Apex Park Cooroy and will not be along the river.

Normally attracting hundreds of people to the fun day and walk, the call is out to register.

Nicole is encouraging people to register for the event online and join in the fun day of market stalls, food vans, competitions, games, family entertainment and raffles.

Registration for the walk begins at 8.30am on the day with the walk kicking off at 10am.

For more information or for tickets, visit millionpawswalk.com.au/noosa

Gillian Matthew has a keen eye for bird research

Gillian Matthew has been a keen birder since childhood and is now a member of the Queensland Bird Research and Banding group which was formed to advance the knowledge and conservation of birds in Queensland through citizen science research.

This group operates a waterbird, a shorebird, and a land bird program with several identifiable projects with bird banding playing an important role in bird research. It facilitates documentation of life histories, plumages, population trends and movements, and assessment of environmental health over time.

Gillian is the speaker at the next Noosa Parks Association, Friday Environment Forum on May 12.

After a long working career with the Commonwealth Government in parks and conservation, Gillian now manages three local banding sites at Mountain Creek, Kawana and Kybong.

Bird banding is regulated to ensure ethical practices and bird welfare. The Australian Bird and Bat Banding Scheme coordinates banding nationally, manages the collation of

information on bird and bat species, licences banders and provides numbered bands.

At the Forum on May 12, Gillian will offer insight into the work of the Qld Bird Research and Banding group who are highly qualified, professional bird banders and

provide information on how you might become involved.

Everyone is welcome at the NPA Environment Centre, 5Wallace Drive, Noosaville.The forum starts at 10:30am and morning tea is available at 10-10.25am. Entry is $5 by tap

Gillian Matthew measuring a golden whistler at Kyborg.

and go at the door which includes morning tea/coffee.

Join the bird observers at 8.30am in the carpark for interpretive birding.

For more information, visit noosaparks. org.au

LOCAL LAWYER RETIRES

Cartwrights Lawyers bid farewell to Mark Ostwald after more than 20 years with the firm, 18 years of which as Senior Partner.

Mark has been a stalwart member of the legal profession for over 40 years primarily practising in his area of Accreditation – Succession Law. His expertise and depth of knowledge have been an asset to the Noosa community.

The firm’s Directors Craig Griffin, Clare Cartwright and Anna Richardson look forward to continuing providing services to Mark’s clients, offering the high quality advice Mark is renowned for.

Mark will remain in close association with Cartwrights Lawyers, assisting as a consultant to the firm.

Any queries in relation to Mark’s retirement should be emailed to jporter@cartlaw.com.au or please call Jessie Porter of our office on 07 5447 3122.

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Noosa RSPCA manager Nicole Cleary with Doug who is looking for a home. Picture: ROB MACCOLL

Cooroy’s country denim fest delivers for Lifeline

By Margie Maccoll

Lifeline’s Cooroy Denim and Country Fest went off without a hitch last weekend.

So popular was it that people were happy to stand in queue along Maple Street to the op shop for the chance to pick up some country items from the America, RM Williams and Akubras to denim clothing and leather jackets.

Store manager Deborah Daybell described this year’s event as huge with the big drawcard being vintage gear from the USA.

“It’s real country and western, American country. It just walks out the door,“ she said.

Stumping up

A favourite day on the Kin Kin calendar, Pink Stumps Day is back, with the fun annual McGrath Foundation fundraiser returning on Sunday 4 June.

The Block TV show 2020 winners Jimmy and Tam, now local hinterland residents, will be at this year’s match. Jimmy will be taking to the field as part of the Kin Kin team.

Dress up in your finest pink outfit and join the large crowd of spectators cheering on their team. Players will be wearing a pink tutu and are already honing their batting and bowling skills in preparation for the big day.

This is serious business and the Kin Kin community is super excited to show off its superb cricket skills when they take on Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart, councillors, and council staff.

Sadly, many of us know of someone whose mother, daughter, sister, or partner has been

diagnosed with breast cancer. The McGrath Foundation’s aim is to provide specialist McGrath Breast Care Nurses to support individuals (and their families) experiencing breast cancer by providing physical, psychological, and emotional support.

From the time of diagnosis and throughout treatment, this service is available for free, so come along and enjoy the magic of Pink Stumps Day and help raise the much-needed funds to continue these services.

All proceeds from this event go towards helping the McGrath Foundation place Breast Care Nurses in communities across Australia.

There are also lots of great raffle prizes to be won, thanks to the generosity of our local business community. Last year the club raised over $4000 and this year it hopes to raise $5000.

Batting opens at 1pm at the Kin Kin Sportsground, 57 Main St, Kin Kin (after the markets)

QCWA service recognised

QCWA members from all parts of the Sunshine Coast came together to celebrate the awarding of long service certificates to five branch members.

Long time Noosa resident Marcia Dorricott, also well known in Legacy, Red Cross and the RSL Ladies Auxiliary, marked 60 years of membership and service to the CWA.

Branch president Leigh McCready awarded the certificates at theTewantin Noosa RSL with a crowd of well-wishers.

Avis Hannah and Connie Beausang marked 20 years of service, while Margaret Thompson and Sue Punshon were recognised for 10 years of service.

Ms McCready said, “These members dem-

onstrate what the QCWA means to local communities.“

“They have worked tirelessly by fundraising and providing support to women, families and other QCWA members in time of need and these certificates demonstrate our appreciation of their work.

“At 96 years of age, Connie Beausang is our oldest member and is still a powerhouse for fundraising, producing sought after handmade craft items at our street stalls, raising significant money to donate to people in need in our local area.

“The QCWA provides friendship and connection between women and volunteer many hours of valuable service and we salute them.”

Deborah has been collecting denim and country goods for the past year from donations and other Lifeline stores, amassing a container-load, in addition to eight cages of US gear that was bought for the annual event.

As she handed out lollies to the waiting crowd Deborah assured them they would not be disappointed.

With so much gear available shoppers were still on the first of the eight cages of US country items on Saturday morning and she expected the sale to continue for the next couple of months.

Proceeds from the fest will go to support Lifeline services, such as counselling, on the Sunshine Coast.

The Lifeline shop is at 22 Maple St, Cooroy. Phone 5442 6464.

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Celebrating Mother’s Day 2023

Spoiling all Noosa mums

Noosa is filled with inspiring mums who work around the clock to give love and care to their families while simultaneously kicking goals in their careers.

Motherhood can be seen and appreciated in many different ways, from single mums or single dads, bonus mums, foster-mums, grandmothers, older sisters who act like mums, and let’s not forget the pet mums.

We even have two mothers of three, who not only take care of their families but look out for the rest of the families in our shire, Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart and Noosa MP Sandy Bolton.

There’s no better way to thank them and the rest of the amazing mother’s in the community than by shopping local and enjoying what the Noosa Shire has to offer.

Noosa Fair shoppers have the chance to really spoil their mum this Mother’s Day with the Centre giving away 10 Noosa Fair gift cards worth $200 each.

Noosa Civic is making sure that its customers can celebrate the occasion in style.

The local shopping centre has announced an exciting gift with purchase promotion for Mother’s Day, which is sure to put a smile on the face of any mum.

From Tuesday 2 May customers who spend $80 or more at any of the stores at Noosa Civic will receive a free tumbler glasses set valued at $19.99.Terms and conditions apply and can be found on their website.

Noosa Beach House Restaurant will treat

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the special people in your life with the luxury they deserve this Mother’s Day.

Gusto Riverfront Restaurant’s bright, modern dining space is the ideal venue to celebrate any occasion, including this coming Mother’s Day.

If you’re looking for something for Mum to wear to these beautiful restaurants,Wildflower Fashion and Blue Brown Bag, found at Maple Street in Cooroy, are the perfect choices.

As Mother’s Day approaches, leading women’s-only gym and the experts in women’s health and fitness, Fernwood Fitness Noosa is gearing up to honour and celebrate all the wonderful mothers and mother figures in our community.

So get out and get shopping!

Blooming tasty cupcakes

These flower themed cupcakes are just the perfect way to say I love you to your mum this Mother’s Day, and they are really easy to make.

Younger children will need supervision, and the baking part should be done by adults, but mixing the batter and decorating your creations will be a whole lot of messy fun for kids of all ages.

Plus, the end results are sweet treats the whole family can enjoy.

And if you really want to make mum’s day extra special, make sure to do the part she will really love - when you clean up all the mess afterwards!

Ingredients

· 2 cups wholemeal self raising flour

· ½ cup castor sugar

· ¾ cup milk

· ¼ cup coconut

· 2 eggs

· 25g butter

· 2 mashed bananas

Method

1.Preheat oven to 180C (160C fan forced) and grease muffin tin well with butter.

2.Take some toothpicks and soak them in green food dye for 10 minutes. Remove and let dry.

3.Mix flour, sugar, coconut.

4.Combine milk, egg, mashed banana and butter in a separate bowl and whisk lightly.

5.Make a well in centre of dry ingredients, pour in liquid and mix lightly.

6.Spoon batter into muffin tins until two thirds full, then bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until browned on top.

7.Place flower stickers on the top of the green coloured tooth picks.

6.Make icing with a few drops of green food colouring to make the grass.

Our stylish and comfortable collection of clothing and accessories is designed to make every mum feel confident and beautiful. Enjoy special discounts and promotions throughout May.

These flower themed cupcakes will put a smile on Mum’s face this Mother’s Day. Fill

Wildflower Fashion moved by selfless motherly love

Every day in our store, we meet lovely customers and share touching moments. One particular encounter that stands out is when a mother and daughter came into our store.

The mother was busy recommending different clothes to her daughter and you could tell that she was hesitant about her daughter’s ripped jeans she was wearing when they came into our store. Her aunt and mother turned into a fun game of trying on different outfits on the young lady.

The daughter laughed and said, “It feels like I’m a little girl again, being told what to wear by my mum.“

Mum said, ”I haven’t had the chance to do it for a long time.”

The mother looked sad and explained that they haven’t seen each other in a long time due to the pandemic.

When they were checking out, the mother gave her daughter two tops, a pair of pants, and a silver necklace.

She asked her daughter twice whether she preferred the silver one or the gold one, and it was clear that she really liked the gold necklace.When I asked her if she liked it, she said it was beautiful but that she had already spent a lot of money and that it was OK.

I was deeply moved by her selfless motherly love and decided to give her the gold necklace as a gift.

Shop now and make this Mother's Day unforgettable

They took a happy photo outside the store, holding the necklace, and I was thrilled that this small gift could bring them joy.

In Wildflower Fashion, we have a variety of affordable and beautiful silk scarves, handmade jewellery, and leather bags for you to choose from.

Give your mum a meaningful and unforgettable gift this Mother’s Day. Visit us today and make your mum’s day a little brighter!

Find Wildflower Fashion at 1/14 Maple Street, Cooroy, opposite to the Butter Factory.

You can also conveniently shop online at wildflowercooroy.com

Find Wildflower Fashion at 1/14 Maple Street, Cooroy.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mums in the Noosa community.

Dine, win at Beach House

Bret Cameron has recently joined Noosa Beach House Restaurant and Sofitel Noosa Pacific as the new executive chef.

The hatted chef has brought his highly acclaimed talent from Three Blue Ducks, The Pacific Club and Harvest Newrybar.

Bringing new talent on board marks the beginning of big plans for 2023, says general manager Mark Wilkinson.

“Our team is thrilled to allow Bret’s industry renowned innovation take us to new heights and launch a new direction for our

venues,“ Mark said.

To celebrate our new menu we are excited to once again be inviting our community and guests along to a great line up of epicurean events starting with a beautiful Mother’s Day lunch coming soon in May.“

Noosa Beach House Restaurant will treat the special people in your life with the luxury they deserve this Mother’s Day offering a stunning, three-course lunch menu showcasing the best of Noosa’s coastal cuisine, complemented by a glass of Mumm Champagne on arrival.

To celebrate Mother’s Day Noosa Beach House are also offering diners on Mother’s Day the chance to win a Wellness Journey at Aqua Day Spa.

Noosa Beach House Restaurant plans for 2023 include a soon to be announced Winter Wine Series and some amazing specials designed just for the local community.

The recent startup of BYO Tuesdays has proven to be a hit and is now set to be a weekly regular.

The establishment is regarded as being the

local mecca for coastal cuisine, boasting of fresh local seafood on Hastings Street.

Cameron will be supported by a strong leadership team, including Martijn de Boer as director of food and beverage and renowned sommelier, Remon Van de Kerkhof, who has recently joined Sofitel Noosa Pacific as head of beverage.

To learn more about Mother’s Day, upcoming events or any of our special offers including BYO Tuesday head to the website noosabeachhouse.com.au

Noosa Beach House is offering diners on Mother’s Day the chance to win a Wellness Journey at Aqua Day Spa.

Noosa Beach House Restaurant will treat the special people in your life with the luxury they deserve this Mother’s Day.

Mums love the choices

“If we don’t make a sale, we make a friend“, is the motto of Blue Brown Bag owner, Clara Goodwin.

Cooroy’s little emporium on Maple Street is your one stop shop for the perfect Mother’s Day gift.

Specialising in natural fabrics, it’s a linen lover’s delight.

The store has truly remarkable clothing ranges including, Rustic Linens, Kloth, Imagine, Shanty, Brave n True, Zak and Plover, Frockk, La Strada plus great labels retailing under $100.

Italian star, Kirriena Jeans complements the many casual, stylish, comfy travel and weekend wear.

Clara, with her caring team of four, gives genuine old-fashioned service with your clothing style and accessory choice.

It’s an accessory heaven with leather bags, on-trend crossbody bags, wallets, and jewellery to die for at affordable prices.

They have a stand out jewellery range of Resin, which is a popular choice for winter, along with wearable art scarves, and embroidered wraps that are statement pieces for chilly days.

Home and body products are well represented. Only the best long lasting candles, fragrant diffusers, the Equilibrium Sleep and Stress Range developed and made in Australia make a wonderful gift for friends and you. Gift wrapping is complimentary.

Celebrate Mother’s Day with Fernwood Fitness

As Mother’s Day approaches, leading women’s-only gym and the experts in women’s health and fitness, Fernwood Fitness Noosa is gearing up to honour and celebrate all the wonderful mothers and mother figures in our community.

With a variety of special events and exclusive membership offers, Fernwood Noosa is excited to provide a memorable Mother’s Day experience.

Fernwood Noosa has planned a range of in-club events and promotions for Mother’s Day including a Free Reformer Guest pass.

Redeem this pass to go in the draw to win a free one month Unlimited Reformer membership.

Whether you’re a mum, grandmother, or mother figure, join us at Fernwood Noosa.

For more information visit fernwoodfitness.com.au/clubs/noosa

Decor items include lamps, cushions, tableware, vessels, quirky pieces for home and gifts plus so much more.

A One Stop Little Emporium opposite the Memorial Hall.

Find Blue Brown Bag at 28a Maple Street, Cooroy. Follow the store on Facebook and Instagram to keep up to date with the latest looks.

For more information call 5442 6025.

Pick up a gift this Mother’s Day at Blue Brown Bag.

Fernwood Fitness Noosa is gearing up to honour and celebrate Mother’s Day.

Celebrating Mother’s Day 2023

Dine in style at the View

Admire the breathtaking views across Noosa National Park as you dine in style at View Restaurant situated right above Peppers Noosa Resort and Villas.

The popular restaurant at Peppers Noosa Resort andVillas will be hosting a Mother’s Day Long Lunch, showcasing locally harvested seafood for the ultimate sea to table experience.

Executive chef Andrew Wilcox heads up the kitchen, and his passion for food and the Noosa region combine on a menu that is sure to set your mouth watering.

With over 60 local suppliers, you’re sure to find local delicacies on the menu as well as plenty of fresh produce to really highlight the region’s best ingredients.

Ocean treasures include Pacific oysters, Mooloolaba tiger prawns, Blue Swimmer crabs, Moreton Bay bugs and much more. Land lovers enjoy a wonderful choice of artisan antipasto, succulent roasts, Asian inspired dishes, and European classics. To finish, indulge in a fantastic array of artful desserts.

“It’s going to be a really great day. I’m looking forward to it,“ Andy said.

Guests will enjoy live entertainment and a gift for all mothers on Sunday 14 May.

Tickets: Adults $99/ Teens $65 (13-17 years)/ Children $45 (five-12 years)/ Children four years and under complimentary.

For Mother’s Day event bookings visit bit. ly/mothersdayviewrestaurant

Find View Restaurant at Peppers Noosa

Noosa Fair shoppers prepare to spoil mums

Noosa Fair shoppers have the chance to really spoil their mum this Mother’s Day with the Centre giving away 10 Noosa Fair gift cards worth $200 each.

To enter, shoppers need to spend a minimum of $30 at any participating specialty retailer, or accumulate same day receipts.

Entry is easy by scanning the QR code in-store. Terms and conditions apply and the winners will be announced on Monday 15 May at 10am.

And if you’re wondering what to get your mum this Mother’s Day, you’ll find loads in-store throughout the Centre with most stores offering shoppers the convenience of gift vouchers.

Choose from the latest new season’s fashions and accessories at Sketch, Lola G Fashion and Homewares and Aubrey Gems.

If pampering is what your mum needs head to Ella Bache Noosa or Noosa Fair Massage. Or spoil mum with a completely new look at Allure Hair Salon.

You’ll find a great selection of gifts and homewares on offer at Live Life Pharmacy and Noosa Fair News has a range of Mother’s Day cards.

If travelling is your mum’s thing then head to Flight Centre where you’ll be spoilt for travel options.

won’t disappoint with freshly made sushi every day.

Peppers Noosa Resort and Villas executive chef Andrew Wilcox.

Resort and Villas, 33A Viewland Drive, Noosa Heads.

For more information visit viewrestaurant. com.au or call (07) 5455 2200.

The Reject Shop also has a wide selection of fashion, kitchen and dining, gardening and home decor that mum would love. Freechoice Tobacconist is also stocked with a unique range of gifts for mum. Or if you’re planning a special lunch date then J1 Sushi

And if bubbles is more your mum’s style then BWS or XO Cellars have a wide selection of Australian and imported wines, spirits, champagnes and beer.

But no matter how you celebrate Mother’s Day, make it a special one.

From all the retails at Noosa Fair Shopping Centre, Happy Mother’s Day.

From all the retails at Noosa Fair Shopping Centre, Happy Mother’s Day.

Noosa Fair shoppers have the chance to really spoil their mum this Mother’s Day.

Get creative with yarns

Autumn is here - the perfect weather for knitting and crocheting - and you might be surprised to know that Noosa is home to many people who know the joy of these crafts.

Owner of Say! Little Hen, Sarah Price says,“I love sharing the joy of this craft with people. It sounds simple but knitting/crochet can make a big difference to your life.“

“Studies have proven both crafts are very beneficial for cognitive function and mental health. It’s so satisfying to create something with your hands. Having something to pick up and work on at the end of a busy day is very relaxing.

“I started the business six years ago. As it grew online I needed more space. Last year I took the opportunity to expand the warehouse and include a studio shop that people can visit,” Sarah said.

“It’s great to chat with people and help them choose the perfect yarn for their next project. So many people are rediscovering the joy of knitting and crochet.

“As a kid I remember my grandmother knitting a cardigan for my baby cousin; I was intrigued by it. My mum taught me how to knit and I went from there! Later on, I began designing knitting patterns, which led to opening my small business online.”

Offering the softest natural fibre yarns alongside patterns, tools and accessories for knitters and crocheters of all skill levels, Say! Little Hen is open Tuesdays and Thursdays at

Celebrations with Gusto

Gusto Riverfront Restaurant’s bright, modern dining space is the ideal venue to celebrate any occasion, including this coming Mother’s Day.

Set on an elevated position on Gympie Terrace overlooking the stunning Noosa River, Gusto offers modern European dining at its best.

drink or coffee priced at $35 for one course, $45 for two courses or $60 for three courses.

EveryWednesday from 4:30pm they have happy hour drinks followed by live music from 5.30pm, free BYO on Thursdays, and on Saturdays a $79 per person bottomless wine lunch.

Noosa is home to many people who know the joy of knitting and crocheting.

11a Venture Drive, Noosaville. Follow them on IG @saylittlehen or FB @ saylittlehenblog for updates about classes, open Saturdays and more.

Recently their menu, wine list and restaurant interior have been completely reimagined including the private dining room, complete with chandeliers and with capacity for intimate functions of up to 38 guests.

There is always something happening at Gusto.

Every weekday they offer a special lunch menu served with a glass of house wine, soft

Not to mention every Sunday they have their famous Sunday roast, a feast for $42. This Mother’s Day treat mum to a beautiful meal at Gusto or spoil her with a Gusto gift voucher.

Gift vouchers can be purchased from their website at gustonoosa.com.au or drop by the restaurant at 257 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville to pick one up.

Gusto offers modern European dining at its best.

Celebrate with Civic style

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and Noosa Civic is making sure that its customers can celebrate the occasion in style.

The local shopping centre has announced an exciting gift with purchase promotion for Mother’s Day, which is sure to put a smile on the face of any mum.

From Tuesday 2 May customers who spend $80 or more at any of the stores at Noosa Civic will receive a free tumbler glasses set valued at $19.99.Terms and conditions apply and can be found on their website.

The tumbler glasses set is a perfect addition to any household, and it is sure to impress any mother. The set includes four high-quality glasses that are perfect for serving drinks, whether it’s for a party or a relaxing evening at home. These glasses are also dishwasher-safe, making it easy to keep them clean and ready for use.

The gift with purchase promotion is just one of the many reasons why Noosa Civic is the perfect place to shop for Mother’s Day. The shopping Centre offers a wide variety of stores, catering to all kinds of tastes and preferences. Customers can find everything from fashion and beauty products to home decor and electronics, making it easy to find the perfect gift for mum.

In addition to the gift with purchase promotion, Noosa Civic is also offering a charity gift wrap service from Monday 8 May to Sunday 14 May. Customers can get their gifts wrapped from a selection of beautiful papers sourced from sustainable forests for a gold coin donation.

All proceeds from this service will support the charity Wishlist, which is a local not-forprofit organisation dedicated to supporting the growing health needs of patients and fami-

lies on the Sunshine Coast and Gympie region. The charity gift wrap service is a great way to give back to the community while also making sure that your gifts are beautifully wrapped. The selection of papers is sure to impress, with a range of colours and patterns

Our Gift to you this Mother’s

Simply spend $80 or more at any specialty store at Noosa Civic to redeem a Malibu Clear Tumbler Glasses Set of 4 from Pillowtalk valued at $19.99.*

Present your receipt to the Cart outside Priest Jewellers to redeem.

Dates: Tuesday 2nd - Saturday 13th May, while stocks last!

Times: 10am - 2pm

*Terms and conditions apply. While stocks last. Excludes Big W, Woolworths and BWS. $80 must be spent in the same day. To redeem outside the times listed above, visit Centre Management located down the corridornear Red Rooster (week days only). Visit noosacivic.com.au for more details.

available to choose from. The service is available at a small cost of a $1 donation per gift, making it an affordable option for customers who want to add a special touch to their gifts.

For gifting inspiration be sure to check out the blog feature on Noosa Civics’ website,

where stylist Hayley Jenkin from Wholehearted Studio has selected her top 10 practical, stylish and heart warming present ideas that will make the Mum in your life feel loved and special. Wishing all the mums and mother figures a wonderful Mother’s Day this year!

In addition to the gift with purchase promotion, Noosa Civic is also offering a charity gift wrap service. The charity gift wrap service is a great way to give back to the community.

Converted to EVs

Like many I’m sure, the concept of owning a totally electric car sounded like doing the right thing, yet I had concerns.

Range and performance anxiety predominated – could I go far enough (or fast enough as my previous vehicles included Toyota Supras and a Mustang GT 5.0)? How hard would it be to find charging locations and what would it cost? What about when I needed to accelerate to enter the motorway or the traction to climb a hill?

Mustering my courage, I dove right into the deep end on a recent trip to California and rented a Polestar 2 EV from the Turo car sharing service for a month. Talk about making a commitment…

Happy to report that at least in Southern California there are literally no worries. Charging options and locations abound. Cost was far less than filling a tank with petrol (around $US25 using the more expensive fast chargers) and, with a bit of planning, was easily combined with business meetings, shopping, dining etc. Typically, the car would reach 80-90 per cent capacity in about an hour using the commercial charging stations.

I was able to charge overnight when staying at my father’s house as well which was even more convenient, though using just regular house current was a very slow option so I’d recommend installing a rapid charger at home if you need to drive longer distances (like Brisbane) on a regular basis without charging from a public charging point.

My Polestar 2 tracked not only my battery level in real time but also helpfully calculated what my battery level would be when I reached a destination entered into the onboard sat nav (and even what it would be if I returned to the same starting point). Performance was not an

issue – acceleration was abundant and immediate and there was plenty of power for climbing hills – even from a dead stop. The overall experience was smooth, with a sense of ease without strain. In fact, I’d venture to say that overall the Polestar performed at a level competitive with high performance cars I’ve driven in the past.

My conclusion is that with a rapid charger at home, and the knowledge that over the next few years, forward thinkers will embrace installing charging points for their employees (I saw an office with over a dozen charging

bays in Sydney last year) and customers (Subway has just announced establishing charging hubs around their restaurants here) owning an EV is going to be easier than you thought - and more pleasurable!

Rex Halvorson

If you want to learn more about EVs and how they can work for you, you are in luck. On 23 June the Noosa EV Expo is on again. Not only does the expo give you an introduction to e-vehicles and how they can provide more sustainable travel choices, but it will showcase other exciting electric transport options, including electric cars, e-bikes and e-scooters.

You’ll be able to trial ride on e-bikes and e-scooters, speak with exhibitors, and get the first hand experience of electric car owners. If you had ever wondered about EVs, this is your opportunity to find out more.

For further inspiration to support Noosa’s zero emissions goals, head to ZEN Inc.’s website zeroemissionsnoosa.com.au. Join ZEN to support its work or help out with projects.

The Heritage Centre in Cooroy will hold an open day on Saturday 13 May from 8:30am to 1pm with a fundraiser just in time for Mother’s Day.

The fundraising sale will feature plants, as well as a variety of delicious jams and chutneys, selected secondhand novels and other lovely handmade gift items.

If you have an interest in genealogy (family trees) or local history, you can learn about what happens at the centre, meet the friendly volunteers and have a free visit to use the many resources on hand for historical research.

The Heritage Centre is located at 17 Emerald Street, Cooroy, next to the SES station.

For more information, phone 07 3129 0356.

EV charging station in US. Pictures: SUPPLIED

Chargers at Carl’s Burgers.

The Guide

PICK OF THE WEEK

MAYFAIR WITCHES

ABC TV, Friday, 9.15pm

Spellbinding Gothic New Orleans architecture, seriously spooky visions and a deep sense of foreboding headline this adaptation of Anne Rice’s LivesoftheMayfairWitches. Set in the same supernatural narrative universe as the record-breaking Interview withtheVampire(and premiering alongside it on ABC TV tonight), the series follows young, ambitious neurosurgeon Rowan Fielding (Alexandra Daddario, pictured, TheWhiteLotus) as she begins to experience phenomena she cannot explain and sets out to discover her true lineage as the unlikely heir to a family of witches. In “The Witching Hour”, Rowan examines her medical history for answers.

LOUIS THEROUX INTERVIEWS...

ABC TV Plus, Sunday, 8.30pm

In this series, charming journalist and documentarian Louis Theroux turns his unique probing style to the UK’s biggest celebrities. With exclusive access to poke about their lives, he gets up close and personal in the way only he can. In this penultimate episode, Theroux spends time with Canadian comedian, actor and writer Katherine Ryan (pictured with Theroux), stepping into her London home for a no-holds-barred conversation about life.

THE CORONATION CONCERT

Seven, Monday, 7.30pm

The new King and Queen have been crowned and now it is time to celebrate. A day after the coronation, the festivities continue with this musical event at Windsor Castle. The concert is one of several events celebrating King Charles III’s historic ascension to the throne and will see musical icons and contemporary stars, including Andrea Bocelli, Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Take That, perform. The concert will also include the event “Lighting Up the Nation”, in which iconic locations across the UK will be illuminated by projections and other light shows.

KEVIN CAN F*** HIMSELF

ABC TV Plus, Tuesday, 9.30pm

Canadian actress Annie Murphy endeared herself to audiences as Alexis Rose, the ditzy daughter with a heart of gold in Schitt’sCreek. In this new genrebreaking series, Murphy plays Allison – a woman who lives in two worlds. In one, Allison is a downtrodden sitcom wife, the wet blanket in the jovial life of husband Kevin (Eric Petersen); in another, a wife out for revenge against a misogynistic husband in a dark drama. Tonight’s double episode sees Kevin involved in the hijinks of preparing for a chili cook-off, while Allison reveals her murderous plan to neighbour Patty (Mary Hollis Inboden).

Friday, May 5

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Gardening Australia. Advice for the home gardener.

8.30 Traces. (MA15+a) Two suspects derail the investigation as McKinven and Sarah are consumed by their feelings.

9.15 Mayfair Witches.

(Premiere, Mals) A neurosurgeon makes a shocking discovery.

10.10 Interview With The Vampire. (Premiere, MA15+s)

11.15 ABC Late News.

11.30 Aunty Donna’s Coffee Cafe. (MA15+l, R)

12.00 Close To Me. (Final, Mals, R) 12.50

Smother. (Mal, R) 1.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Supertunnels. A look at three vast tunnel projects.

8.30 Robson Green’s British Adventure: The Deveron And The Spey. Part 2 of 4.

9.25 Exploring Northern Ireland. (PGl, R) Part 4 of 4.

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Darkness: Those Who Kill. (MA15+av)

11.45 Reunions. (PGal, R) 1.40 Romulus. (Masv) 3.40 Mastermind Australia. (R)

4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs visits an eco village.

8.30 MOVIE: Inferno. (2016, Malv, R) After a university professor awakens with amnesia, he discovers he is being pursued by an assassin. Tom Hanks, Felicity Jones, Irrfan Khan.

11.05 To Be Advised.

12.35 What The Killer Did Next: Norma Bell. (Mav, R)

1.30 Britain’s Busiest Airport: Heathrow. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 10. Manly Sea Eagles v Brisbane Broncos.

9.55 Golden Point. A wrap-up of the Manly Sea Eagles versus Brisbane Broncos match, with news and analysis.

10.40 MOVIE: American Assassin. (2017, MA15+lv, R)

A man investigates terrorist attacks. Dylan O’Brien, Michael Keaton.

12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Postcards. (PG, R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 Bondi Rescue. (PGal) New Year’s Day arrives.

8.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mal, R) Follows dispatchers and paramedics working for NSW Ambulance’s Sydney operations.

9.30 Territory Cops. (Mv, R) Detectives are at the scene of a serious crash that has one woman critically injured.

10.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mal, R) Paramedics are called to a bomb threat.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

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6.00 The Coronation Of King

Charles III: Arrivals. Coverage of arrivals at Westminster Abbey.

7.30 The Coronation Of King

Charles III: The King’s Procession. Coverage of the King’s procession.

8.00 The Coronation Of King

Charles III: Service. Coverage of the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla, from London.

10.00 The Coronation Of King

Charles III: Procession From Westminster Abbey. King Charles III travels back to Buckingham Palace.

10.30 The Coronation Of King Charles III: Buckingham Palace Balcony. From Buckingham Palace.

11.00 Miniseries: Ridley Road. (Mav, R) Part 3 of 4.

11.55 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 To Be Advised.

11.30 Outlander. (Final, MA15+) Richard Brown and his Committee of Safety arrive to arrest Claire for murder.

12.40 Germinal. (Final, Masv) Most of the miners agree to return to work, unaware that Souvarine has sabotaged the shaft.

1.45 The Pact. (Ma, R) The Simpkins family are rocked when their patriarch accidentally takes the dog’s medication.

4.45 Bamay: Larrakia And Wulwulam Country. (R) A slow-TV showcase of the picturesque landscapes found in Larrakia and Wulwulam Country.

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. News from Japan.

5.15 France 24 Feature. News special from Paris.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight. News from Quezon City.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Coronation Of King Charles III. Coverage of Charles III and Camilla being crowned King and Queen from Westminster Abbey, London.

11.30 To Be Advised.

12.35 World’s Most Secret Homes: Extreme Retreats. (PG, R) From secluded houses in forests to luxury bunkers buried underground, the natural surroundings of homes and their interiors are explored with the help of drones to discover what makes them unique.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Get Arty. (R) Artists complete art projects to encourage kids of all ages to get creative.

5.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa, R) Luke Darcy, Jo Stanley and Luke Hines take a look at locations that highlight living well.

6.00 Nine News Saturday.

7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 10. Melbourne Storm v South Sydney Rabbitohs.

9.35 NRL Saturday Night Footy PostMatch. Post-match interviews and analysis of the game between the Melbourne Storm and South Sydney Rabbitohs.

10.05 MOVIE: The Infiltrator. (2016, MA15+adlv, R) A US agent tries to bring down a drug kingpin. Bryan Cranston, Diane Kruger.

12.30 The Countess And The Russian Billionaire. (Mv, R)

1.50 Talking Honey. (PG)

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)

2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

Sunday, May 7

6am Ernest & Celestine. Continued. (2012, PG) 6.25 Paris Can Wait. (2016)

6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Timbersports. 1.00 Blokesworld. 1.30 Cool Cars With Dermott And Elise. 2.00 Motor Racing. Night Thunder. Series final. Highlights. 3.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 4.00 Last Stop Garage. 4.30 Football. AFL. Round 8. Gold Coast Suns v Melbourne. 7.20 Football. AFL. Round 8. GWS Giants v Western Bulldogs. 10.30 AFL PostGame. 11.00 Late Programs.

6am Children’s Programs.

2.10pm Raymond. 2.40 Motor Racing. IndyCar Series. Indy Grand Prix of Alabama. H’lights. 3.45 Motor Racing. FIA World Endurance C’ship. 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps. H’lights. 4.55 MOVIE: Smokey And The Bandit II. (1980, PG) 7.00 Rugby Union. Super Rugby Pacific. Qld Reds v NSW Waratahs. 9.30 Super Rugby Pacific Post-Match. 9.45 MOVIE: Fast & Furious 6. (2013, M) 12.15am Late Programs.

6.00 The Coronation. Coverage of His Majesty King Charles III being crowned alongside The Queen Consort in a historic Coronation at Westminster Abbey, London, the first to take place in nearly 70-years.

11.30 Fire Country. (PGav, R) An internal investigator suspects Jake of being the serial arsonist who has been setting recent fires, an accusation that threatens to end his career, so Bode and the crew take it upon themselves to investigate.

12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

5.00 Hour Of Power. Religious program.

6.30 Compass: Death And The Poet. (PG) Robert Adamson shares his final weeks.

7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 Grand Designs: Chess Valley. (PG) Hosted by Kevin McCloud.

8.20 Midsomer Murders. (Ma) Part 4 of 4. A charity event involving drag queens causes controversy in a conservative village.

9.50 Midsomer Murders: 25 Years Of Mayhem. (Mv, R) A 25th anniversary special.

10.35 Interview With The Vampire. (MA15+s, R) A vampire shares his story.

11.40 Mayfair Witches. (Mals, R)

12.35 MotherFatherSon. (Mlv, R)

1.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.05 The Heights. (PG, R)

5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Secrets Of The Deadly T-Rex. (PG) Explores the Tyrannosaurus rex.

8.30 Pompeii: The Secrets Of Civita Giuliana. Takes a look at the discovery of a Roman ceremonial chariot near the ruins of Pompeii.

9.30 Acropolis: The Ancient Builders. (PGan, R) Examines the construction of the Acropolis of Athens, a collection of temples and monuments.

10.30 No Body Recovered. (Ma, R)

11.25 The Queen’s Guard: A Year In Service. (Ml, R)

2.10 The Buildings That Fought Hitler. (PG, R)

3.50 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.50

Destination Flavour Scandinavia Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15

France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGal) Hosted by Samantha Armytage.

8.30 7NEWS Spotlight. An exclusive, special investigation.

9.30 The Latest: Seven News.

10.00 Born To Kill? BTK – Dennis Rader. (MA15+av) A look at the case of Dennis Rader.

11.00 Quantum Leap. (Mav) Ben lands in a psychiatric institution.

12.00 The Rookie. (Mav, R)

1.00 Britain’s Busiest Airport: Heathrow. (PG, R)

1.30 Last Chance Learners. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News Sunday.

7.00 LEGO Masters: Grand Masters. (PG) Hosted by Hamish Blake.

8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

9.40 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

10.10 Australian Crime Stories: Bodies Of Evidence. (Mav, R) Takes a look at Dr Colin Manock.

11.20 The First 48: Stolen Innocence. (Mal)

12.10 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (Mv, R)

1.00 The Garden Gurus. (R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00

Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 Take

Two. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Sunday Project. Panellists dissect, digest and reconstitute the daily news, events and hottest topics.

7.30 To Be Advised.

9.15 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mav) When NCIS Special Agent Jane Tennant interrogates a suspect during his helicopter transfer and the chopper crashes, she must utilise her skills to save herself and the other passengers.

10.05 FBI. (M, R) When a morning show host is murdered, the team realises a killer is targeting powerful women.

11.00 The Sunday Project. (R) Panellists dissect, digest and reconstitute the daily news, events and hottest topics.

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings. Morning news and talk show.

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 Australian Story. Presented by Leigh Sales.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program exposing scandals, triggering inquiries, firing debate and confronting taboos.

9.15 Media Watch. (PG) Paul Barry takes a look at the latest issues affecting media consumers.

9.35 Q+A. Public affairs program.

10.35 India Now. (R)

11.10 ABC Late News.

11.25 The Business. (R)

11.40 Father Brown. (Mv, R)

12.25 Miniseries: Ridley Road. (Mav, R)

1.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30

7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

(PG) Presented by Marc Fennell.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Secrets Of The Tower Of London. (Return) The Tower is planning an ambitious installation.

8.30 Rise Of The Nazis: The Downfall. Part 1 of 3. Charts the fall of Nazi Germany documenting the period from 1944 onwards.

9.30 Race For The Sky: Power Struggle Above The Clouds.

(PG) Part 2 of 2. Traces developments in aviation, from World War II through to the present day.

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 Reyka. (MA15+av)

12.00 Miss S. (Ma, R)

3.40 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.40 Bamay.

(R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 The Coronation Concert.

(PG) From Windsor Castle, England.

9.00 9-1-1. (Ma) As Buck’s life hangs in the balance, he dreams of a world where he never became a firefighter, for better and worse.

10.00 9-1-1: Lone Star. (Ma) Owen is questioned by the FBI.

11.00 The Latest: Seven News.

11.30 10 Years Younger In 10 Days. (PGa, R)

12.30 The Rookie. (Mav, R)

1.30 Kochie’s Business Builders. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

Tuesday, May 9

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) Presented by Marc Fennell.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? Jenny Brockie. (PG) Jenny Brockie explores her roots.

8.30 Insight. Kumi Taguchi looks at how Australians are redefining expectations about growing old.

9.30 Dateline: Bank Robbers. An investigation into why one woman held up a bank in Beirut to get her own cash back.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 Living Black. (R)

11.00 Manayek. (Malv)

11.55 Hope. (Premiere, Mv)

12.55 Tell Me Who I Am. (Mv, R)

3.00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG, R)

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGal) Hosted by Samantha Armytage.

9.00 The Good Doctor. (M) As Shaun and Lea head to the delivery room and everyone from the hospital is there, except for one important person.

10.00 The Latest: Seven News. The latest news on the Federal Budget.

10.30 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: The Gonzales Family Murders. (MA15+av, R) 11.45 Autopsy USA. (Ma, R)

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 LEGO Masters: Grand Masters. (PG) Hosted by Hamish Blake.

8.50 RPA. (PGm) A nurse’s life is turned upside down when she is diagnosed with colorectal cancer.

9.50 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

10.20 100% Footy. (M) Features the latest rugby league news.

11.20 The Equalizer. (MA15+v, R)

12.10 Untold Crime Stories: The Disappearance Of Shannon Matthews. (Ma)

1.00 Hello SA. (PG)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGal) This season’s first Mystery Box sees Poh Ling Yeow back in the kitchen for one night only.

8.40 Ghosts. (PGs) Sam, Jay and the ghosts go into detective mode when Sam is given one last podcast episode to wrap up Alberta’s murder. Trevor, Flower and Pete discover an email from a Nigerian prince asking for help.

9.10 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv) After a star triathlete is murdered, Remy teams up with an old flame who wants to film the case.

11.00 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news and events.

12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Late-night talk show.

1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

Budget Special. (R)

5.00 Eurovision Song Contest Semi-Final.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 David Attenborough’s Frozen Planet II: Our Frozen Planet. (Final, PGa) Narrated by Sir David Attenborough.

8.40 To Be Advised.

9.50 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

10.20 Chicago Med. (MA15+am) Ethan hires an old colleague.

11.10 Casualty 24/7. (Mm)

12.00 Court Cam. (Mlv)

12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.20 Talking Honey. (PG)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

A Current Affair. (R)

News Early Edition.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGal) Former MasterChefwinner and dessert queen Emelia Jackson returns to share her secrets.

8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Return, Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.

9.40 NCIS. Agent Knight goes viral for saving a mother and child from a potentially fatal car accident.

11.30 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news and events.

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) Presented by Tom Gleeson.

8.30 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (PG) A satirical news program exposing the humorous, absurd and downright hypocritical.

9.05 Aunty Donna’s Coffee Cafe. (Mls) Broden delves into a conspiracy.

9.30 QI. (PG) Hosted by Sandi Toksvig.

10.05 Staged. (Ml, R)

10.25 ABC Late News.

10.40 The Business. (R)

11.00 Frayed. (Final, MA15+al, R)

11.45 Father Brown. (Ma, R)

12.30 Parliament Question Time. 1.30 Operation Buffalo. (Mal, R) 2.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) Presented by Marc Fennell.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Alone Australia. (Ml) Participants struggle with emotional isolation.

8.35 Zelenskyy: Citizens At War. Charts the life of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, beginning with the invasion in 2022.

9.30 Rogue Heroes. (Final, Malv) Stirling attends a cocktail party at the British Embassy in Cairo where he meets Winston Churchill.

10.35 SBS World News Late.

11.05 Furia. (MA15+av) Ole and Brehem’s plan is taking shape.

11.55 Unit One. (Mlv, R)

4.15 Mastermind Australia. (R)

4.45 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 The 1% Club. (PGls) Jim Jefferies hosts a game show where contestants must answer increasingly obscure questions.

8.35 Accused. (Masv) When drag performer Kevin falls for a closeted guy secretly living a double life, their whirlwind affair leads to devastating consequences.

10.35 The Latest: Seven News.

11.05 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: The Killing Fields Of Truro. (MA15+av, R) A look at the Truro murders.

12.20 Absentia. (MA15+asv, R)

1.20 The Goldbergs. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Travel Guides. (PG) The travel guides head to Vanuatu.

8.30 MOVIE: Olympus Has Fallen. (2013, MA15+lv, R) After the White House is taken over by terrorists, a former Secret Service agent must save the president. Gerard Butler, Morgan Freeman, Aaron Eckhart.

11.00 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

11.30 New Amsterdam. (Mam)

12.20 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.10 Postcards. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 A Current Affair. (R)

5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 To Be Advised.

8.40 North Shore. (Premiere, Madl)

When the UK Trade Minister’s daughter is found dead in Sydney Harbour under suspicious circumstances, detectives delve into the dark secrets of those close to the victim to piece together the mystery.

9.40 Law & Order: SVU. (Mad) Construction tycoon Connie Parish interferes with an SVU investigation into her family.

10.40 Fire Country. (Mv) The crews respond to a train crash.

11.30 Bull. (Masv, R) Marissa and Chunk defend a tech CEO.

12.30 The Project. (R)

1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

Thursday, May

6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Budget 2023: Opposition Reply. Peter Dutton delivers his budget response.

8.00 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.30 Grand Designs New Zealand. Tom Webster meets Josefine Watterson who is building a passive-style house for her young family.

9.15 Griff’s Great Kiwi Road Trip: Make Yourself At Home. (R) Part 1 of 3.

10.05 Art Works. (R)

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 The Business. (R)

11.05 The Exhibitionists. (Mns, R)

12.05 Q+A. (R)

1.10 Parliament Question Time. 2.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) Presented by Marc Fennell.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 The Murdochs: Empire Of Influence: Hack Job. (M) James Murdoch rises to the top.

8.30 Miniseries: Safe Home. (Mal) Part 1 of 4. A woman makes a terrible mistake in her new job at a family violence legal service.

10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 Catch And Release. (MA15+l) Filippa gets sidelined in the investigation.

11.45 Black Sands. (Malnv, R)

2.50 Unsaid.

3.00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R)

5.00 Eurovision Song Contest Semi-Final.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

8.30 Britain’s Got Talent. (PG) Auditions continue as weird, wacky and wonderful acts compete in front of celebrity judges.

9.55 The Front Bar. (M) Takes a lighter look at all things AFL.

10.55 The Latest: Seven News.

11.25 Fantasy Island. (Ma) Three friends return to ’80s Miami.

12.25 Black-ish. (PGa)

12.55 World’s Most Secret Homes: Mystical Sanctuaries. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 11. Melbourne Storm v Brisbane Broncos.

9.45 Thursday Night Knock Off. Post-match NRL news and analysis.

10.30 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

11.00 A+E After Dark. (Mm, R)

12.00 The First 48: The Case That Haunts Me Pt 2. (MA15+v, R)

1.00 Building Ideas. (Final, PG)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30

A Current Affair. (R)

5.30

5.00 News Early Edition.

6.30 The Project. The hosts and guest panellists take a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.

7.30 To Be Advised.

11.10 Law & Order: SVU. (M, R) Velasco becomes embroiled in what appears to be a plot to take down the creator of a dating app.

12.00 The Project. (R) The hosts and guest panellists take a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.

1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Stephen Colbert interviews a variety of guests from the worlds of film, politics, business and music.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings. Morning news and talk show.

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The Hotseat

Gregory Ladner

Teddy bear to fashion icon

From growing up a “sissy boy” behind the family milk bar in a rough Melbourne suburban neighbourhood, to becoming an international fashion designer, dressmaker to the stars and the name behind the accessories brand which has been a staple at Myer and David Jones for half a century, Gregory Ladner has lived large all of his 72 years. With the long-awaited Noosa launch of Gregory’s hilarious memoir, A Boy and his Bear, plus an exhibition of his art at in Tewantin next week, PHIL JARRATT put the sometime Doonan resident in an appropriately grand Noosa Today Hotseat overlooking Sydney Harbour.

PHIL: Describe where you are now?

GREGORY:We [Gregory and partner Mark] just bought a house in Darling Point in Sydney and as we talk I’m sitting here looking at the water and it’s fabulous.

I’ll bet it is, but you also have a place in the Noosa area, don’t you?

We do, in fact I’ve been going to Noosa for 30 years. We used to have a place in Tinbeerwah and now we have one in Doonan. But when we first started coming up we’d stay with friends who had one of the First Point apartments until we started building the Tinbeerwah house. And now we’ve built another fabulous house so you’ll have to come out for a drink.

Rhonda Burchmore, in her blurb for your book, refers to you as Legs Ladner.What’s that about?

Well, when I went to art school many years ago I used to wear almost nothing because I had

fabulous legs and wanted to show them off, and that earned me the Legs nickname. But you know Rhonda still has fabulous legs and mine are no good now! What happened to your legs?

I got old!

Yeah, but I’m old too and my legs are still pretty good.

There’s a drawing in the book of me going off to art school in denim shorts that had a row of stitching across the crotch and not much else, and I wore them with my Jesus sandals that wrapped all the way up my legs. My mother would burst into tears every time I left the house looking like that. She’d say, “Please don’t!” But when you’re young and you’ve got a good body, it’s just normal.

Your long time Melbourne neighbour, the eminent historian Geoffrey Blainey, writes in his foreword to your book,“To be orthodox in any activity was never his goal.” Is that how it was from the get-go?

Well, Geoffrey is a terrific guy, but I don’t know how to answer that. I was never aware of being either orthodox or unorthodox. It never occurred, I just was! People say to me, it must have been horrible being in the closet all that time, but I never came out because I never went into any closet. But I did grow up in a pretty rough neighbourhood, and my mother and grandmother brought me up as a prince, so I think I developed a bit of a superiority complex and that protected me from the bullying that came my way. It just never bothered me. I suppose it must have hurt somehow, but I just lived in my own little bubble, still do. Tell me about your early years living behind your family’s milk bar.You write that you were a skinny baby, but did you chub out on your mother and grandmother’s homemade pies and pasties? Thick shakes?

No, I didn’t. I didn’t get fat until my 30s, although some of that was body dysmorphia, where you think you’re fat when you’re actually quite thin. I’d go on all these ridiculous diets and so on. There’s a chapter in the book called YoYo, where I describe all of that. But when I really got fat was after meeting my husband. He ruined my figure! When you’re truly happy you eat, drink and get fat.

A boy and his bear.

Picture: SUPPLIED

You write with humour and great recall about the minutiae of Australian life in the ‘50s, and because we’re about the same vintage I relate to the copper in the laundry, watching the rich neighbour’s TV and the wild billy cart races, maybe not so much to dressing Teddy. But making clothes for your teddy bear seems to be your abiding motif of childhood. Did the other kids ever ridicule you for it?

People never knew about it. Dressing Teddy was a private thing, but I was a sissy boy in a lot of ways and a target because of that, but I could run faster than most of them so I never got bashed up. But anyway, I still have Teddy and he’s still in a frock. He’s not very happy because he’s been stuck in this one frock for months, but it’s the one on the book cover so that’s what he’ll be wearing in Noosa.

Do you do a ventriloquist act with him?

No, and I certainly don’t stick my hand up his bum the way those people do.

Speaking of which, and not meaning to crawl up your nether regions here, but I do love your offhand honesty in this book. “My other favourite thing to do when left to my own devices was to go through my mother’s drawers,” for example. Or, “My father pinned my nappy to my dick once, and on another occasion my mother lifted me out of my bath in the kitchen sink and sat me down on a stillglowing hot plate on the kitchen stove.” Is there anything in it you regret publishing? The final chapter has been a bit controversial because it’s about my sex life, and I suppose it’s shocked a few people who have asked why I had to write that stuff. My response has been that I don’t hold back on any aspect of my life so why would I do so on such an important one. You know this much, you may as well know everything. I have no regrets. I find it funny.

We haven’t talked yet about your remarkable career as a fashion designer and couturier.Your accessories brand is still with David Jones after 50 years. How did that association begin?

Well, we’re still the biggest supplier of hats and other stuff to wear to the races. It’s interesting that when times get tough, accessories do really well.Women might not want to lash out on a new dress when they can make it look different with new earrings and a scarf. We’ve never really advertised and yet in some circles I’m a household name. The full story of the Myer and David Jones’ connection is in the book, but a key point was when Fergie was engaged to Prince Andrew in the mid-‘80s. She used to wear these giant bows in her hair and they’d become quite a thing. A buyer girlfriend of

Mark’s was coming to Melbourne to buy some stock of these bows, so he arranged an appointment for the next day, then he came into see me and told me, “Make 10 bows by morning.” I put away the dress I was making and sat up all night making hair bows. The buyer came in the next morning, said they were exactly what she wanted and bought $350 worth. On the strength of that Mark took my 10 samples to Myer and a week later they made a $250,000 order.We were away! I stopped making clothes to focus on accessories. Are you still a fashion dandy?

Oh yes, in my own way, but not really. I wore Giorgio Armani before he was Giorgio Armani, I wore fabulous clothes, but I’ve been everywhere from Giorgio to Target. I think through Covid we stopped dressing up, and I’m not

sure it’s coming back.

A Boy and his Bear is your first book, are you planning a sequel?

Well, I never set out to write a book, but when I worked for a fantastic chain of shops in Hong King called Shanghai Tang I would email a girlfriend of mine about all my adventures in Hong Kong and China, and she’d write back and say that my mails were so interesting and funny that all her friends wanted to read them, so I said of course, share them. It ended up with about 80 people reading my regular emails. If nothing happened one week, they’d all be expecting a new episode so I’d write about my hair or something, and they still loved it! So the emails sort of became chapters. But when it came to doing the book, there was twice as much material as we needed. Fortunately I had a great editor, and we took all the travel stories out and stuck to the story of my life and career, so when you ask about a sequel, it’s already done!

Any other creative juices still flowing in retirement?

Yes, I want to paint, and with my book launch there’s an accompanying exhibition. For whatever is left of my life, that’s what I want to do.

A Boy and His Bear Book launch and solo exhibition of paintings by Gregory Ladner.

Friday 12 May, 6-8pm, GalleryOne93, Poinciana Ave, Tewantin.

The event is free but RSVPs essential, phone Mark Hodgkinson 0409 484 159.

Proudly sponsored by Reed and Co Real Estate in support of The Children’s Hospital Foundation, Queensland.

A Boy and his Bear is available from Annie’s Books on Peregian and Berkelouw’s at Eumundi.

Gregory with his Archibald Portrait entry of neighbour Geoffrey Blainey.

Disappointed

In response to Nudist crackdown article in NT 21-4:

Feelings overflowed when I read this article –disbelief, disappointment, embarrassment, annoyance and sadness.

Disbelief that this would be on the front page on the cusp of Anzac. Many (any?) other options should have been used. Why could we not have had, for example, a story on one of the members of the New Zealand Veteran Brass Band playing at the Tewantin cenotaph?

Disappointment that man’s lowest actions are still printed to sell.

Embarrassment even, knowing that visitors would read this and wonder what sort of values we are promoting.

Annoyance that we were unknowingly presented with material as distasteful as this.

Sadness that we still give time to this behaviour.

Are we not supposed to be striving to be seen as an wholistically healthy shire?

This article is plainly wrong.

Marie Stephens, Tewantin

No alternative car park

My guess is most people who live in Noosa have never spent five minutes in Lyons Park unless they were parking their car or attending an event that was using the park. Anyone who drives past the Lyons Park on their way to the beach or Hastings Street will see it is empty. The same goes for those who float past on a stand up paddle board in the canal.

The argument against using the park is impractical when there is simply no alternative for the extra car parks required in the beach recreational hub. If the real agenda is to kill off tourism in Noosa, eliminating the ability to park near the beach is a good step in the right direction.

If there was a referendum on whether to continue using Lyons Park for special events and car parking during peak seasons, I would vote yes.

Woody Dass, Noosaville

Disappearing pollies

Is it true that Robo Dett and his enablers have fled with Sue Peranuashon and disappeared into anonymous retirement? Just asking for a friend.

Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach

Wake up Australia

All renewables are the main source of your unacceptable living costs. The billions spent on batteries ,wind turbines and solar farms not only destroy the environment adding toxic waste as they break down, the cost is unrecoverable, when you realise their output will never pay for the investment. Some states actually admit this by installing diesel motors in wind turbines to keep blades active. An energy to sustain an energy. What Australia demands is investment in 24/7 base load energy [coal or nuclear], full stop. Community batteries are unsustainable, non viable, financially crippling.

They are to be totally banned. Thank you.

Mick Prior, Cooroy

Ruling the world

I had a stimulating conversation with a very alert 93yo engineer about his research and knowledge on weather changes. I noted he never called it climate change. He took me back to when our country was healthily functioning.

‘Do you remember when your TV had rabbit ear antennas and they could be moved about to pick up a frequency?’ The radio was the same. These two entertainment facilities were housed either in your home or your car.

Then we stepped up technology and had our own computers housed either in our homes or offices. By this stage there were no extreme, regular cases of weather issues.

It was when we moved into outdoor mobile technology. Smart phones, laptops etc were being used on public transport, cars, parks, anywhere actually. Let’s not forget CCTVs.

What we as humans don’t see, hear or feel is the automatic reception frequency, the vibrations this is sending out into our atmosphere. I immediately thought of the saying about one butterfly’s wing flutter could cause an earthquake. If you compare the beginning of many fires, earthquakes, tsunami’s etc. the extremity of it does begin when we introduced the use of openly mobile technology. 75 per cent of the population have their heads stuck in this s..t.

What I didn’t question was the minute article months ago in the Weekend Australian stating China had now learnt how to control the weather. Such a small article that to me should have been front page news. Then came the Senator Sosoacas’ speech on Klaus Schwab (NATO) stating the ogliarchy have knowledge through HAARP to generate an earthquake anywhere within a minute. The average persons are having to deal with absolute psychopaths ruling this world. John Lennon stated it.

Then he was shot down.

Jen Oakley, Noosa

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STRASBOURG, FRANCE

Probus open to retirees

The Combined Probus Club of Noosa (originally sponsored by Rotary) is the vibrant club for retirees where members find new interests, friends and even a challenge or two.

The club recently held an information stand at Noosa Civic over two days offering information about the group which was manned by some of their members.

“We are a non-fund-raising organisation, non political and not religion based. We look for new members with ideas and enthusi-

asm; we are an active group with many varied events for member participation each month,“ they said.

Check out their website at noosacombinedprobus.yolasite.com and click on Bulletin at top of the front page, then click on the relevant month, to read their monthly program.

Be prepared for a warm welcome and making new friends. Phone presidentTerry Moroney 0409 006 285 for further information.

COMMUNITY UPDATES NOOSATODAY.COM.AU

CHORALE CONCERTS

Noosa Chorale will perform two concerts of dramatic and energetic music by celebrated composers Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi and Carl Philip Emmanuel Bach on Friday 26 May at 7pm and Saturday 27 May at 2pm. Conducted by Kim Kirkman, accompanied by an orchestra and with five young professional singers, the concerts - Magnificat – will be uplifting and exhilarating. Bookings 5329 6560 or online at www.thej.com.au

RED CROSS PICNIC

Picnic Amongst the Cars will be held on Sunday 28 May from 1pm at 4C’s Motor Museum, 1 Figbird Ct, Lake MacDonald. Music from Hot Peppers Jazz band, buffet of charcoal rotisserie meats and salads, BYO drinks. All proceeds to Red Cross programs. Tickets $60. Phone 0407 571 282.

NOOSA U3A FRIDAY TALKS

U3A Noosa Friday Talks are held at 1.30 pm at U3A, 64 Poinciana Ave, Tewantin

Friday 19 May: Rod Elsworth – Negotiation

Skills

Full details available on U3A website u3anoosa.com.au/ or phone 5440 5500.

NOOSA COMMUNITY GARDEN

The Noosa Community Garden is now one year old. It’s time to celebrate, we will be holding an Open Day on Sunday 7 May 11am-2pm at Wallace Park, plenty of parking next door near library and leisure centre.

There will be a bbq, children from Sunshine Beach SS showcasing some micro herbs, treasure hunt for the children, a tasting table, plants for sale, garden tours and a raffle. Everyone is welcome. Enquires Erika 0409 300 007.

WOMEN’S SHED MEETING

The next Noosa Women’s Shed meeting will be held at 1.30pm Saturday 6 May at Noosa Community Support Centre, 11 Wallace Rd, Noosaville.

RSL WOMEN’S AUXILIARY

The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa RSL Women’s Auxiliary will be held on Friday 5 May, our outing on Thursday 11 May to The Apollonian Hotel leaves the RSL at 11am. Our

birthday lunch is on Friday 2 June after our meeting. Please Phone Kay to book 5447 5042.

BIGGEST MORNING TEA

The Sunny Fundraisers together with the Queensland Cancer Council invite you to the Biggest Morning Tea to be held at Hibiscus Retirement Resort, St Andrews Drive, Tewantin on Wednesday 24 May at 10am. There will be champagne on arrival followed by morning tea. Great raffle prizes. Tickets $25.

Phone Annie for bookings on 0409 385 566.

COOROY POMONA LIONS CLUB

50TH

Lions will hold an open day on Saturday 20 May to celebrate 50 years since inception. You are invited to drop in and see what this Lions Club does in our community. Our bookshop will be open, all our equipment will be on display, our community hall will be open, and you will be able to see how varied our activities are. Drop in at 2 Mountain St, Pomona, between 10am and 2pm and share a free Lions sausage and a drink.

CHAMBER COFFEE CATCHUP

A networking coffee morning is being held by the Noosa Chamber of Commerce at 7-8.30am on Friday 5 May at the Noosa Boathouse, 194 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville. Members and non-members are welcome. To attend please register at noosachamberofcommerce.com.au

GARDEN CLUB

The next meeting of the Tewantin Noosa Garden Club will be held at our new venue of the Tinbeerwah Hall on Monday 8 May at the new time of 1pm for 1.30 pm start. The Guest Speaker will be John Writer from Bees Noosa on all things Bees. Plant sales, raffles, afternoon tea. Guests welcome. For further information contact Len at 0417 604 889.

ARTS AND CRAFTS

Workshops:

Introduction to oil painting with Karen Osborn: Saturday and Sunday 6 and 7 May, 9.30 am - 4 pm.

Make a mini shoulder bag with Chris Cooper: Wednesday 17 May, 1 pm – 4 pm.

Potter, Plates and Decal with Lindsay No-

woselsky: Saturday 20 May, 9 am - 1 pm.

Make a tote bag with Chris Cooper: Wednesday 24 May, 1 pm – 4 pm.Animals in pastel with Maxine Thompson: Saturday and Sunday 27 and 28 May, 9 am - 3pm.

To book events phone 5474 1211, email create@noosaartsandcrafts. org.au or visit noosaartsandcrafts.org.au

VIEW CLUB

Noosaville Lunch time View Club supports the education of children year-round through The Smith Family Charity.

Socially this welcoming club meets twice a month. On the second Thursday of the month we have a Friendship Day where we meet for lunch at various venues. On the fourth Thursday of each month we have our club meeting at the Tewantin RSL at 11.30am. At this meeting our club president talks about matters pertaining to our club, our Learning for Life Students that we support and later she welcomes a guest speaker, then lunch. For more information call Wendy Brooks on 0417 267 281

NOOSA PROBUS 2010

Noosa 2010 Combined PROBUS is a great club for retired men and women who love going on bus trips, having coffee, lunches, dinner outings, weekly walks, yoga, theatre, garden outings and an interesting monthly speaker. Meetings are held at the Tewantin Noosa Bowls Club, 65 Hilton Tce, Tewantin on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 9am. For details phone Barbara on 0491 354 054.

MEET YOUR NOOSA JPS

The JPs in the community programme is a valuable voluntary community service actively operating here in Noosa. If you are a Justice of the Peace or Commissioner for Declarations living in our Noosa region and would like to volunteer your services a few hours a month at our JP signing centres or to just learn about the JPs in the Community programme, branch forums, workshops and social activities, please email Deb Davis at deborah.davis007@gmail.

com

BEEF AND BURGUNDY CLUB

Noosa Beefsteak and Burgundy club meet on the third Wednesday evening of the month at

Meals on Wheels

Weekly roster for Tewantin- Noosa Meals on Wheels beginning Monday 8 May.

Monday Drivers: Rotary D Break, Tony, Darryl, Gail, Maria and James, Margaret and Bill, Patricia, Ian, Jason, Robyn, Judy and Eileen

Kitchen: Georges, Mary, Len

Tuesday Drivers: Luc, Lin, Tania and Friends, Darryl, Maddie, Driver needed F run, Barani and Peter, Amy, Simone, Driver needed K run

Kitchen: Georges, Mary

Wednesday Drivers: Martina, Trish and Karen, Alan and Cynthia, Liz and Lis, Vicki, Bronwyn and Nick, Rosemary H, Catherine and Trevor, Simone, John and Helen, Julie L

Kitchen: Denise, Christine, Judi, John

Thursday Drivers: Kyle, Heidi, Sue, Driver needed D run, Margo and Jim, John E, Kerryn and Stuart, Martin, Martina, Sharon and Mal

Kitchen: Donal, Loz, Vicki, Sharon, Claire, Jerry

You can also check the roster on our website mealsonwheels-tewantinnoosa.org.au

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

We are looking for drivers and kitchen volunteers.

a different local restaurant for good food, wine and fellowship. We invite couples or singles to join us. Further information contact John Dicker on 0414 323 266.

SUNSHINE SOCIAL CLUB

We meet for coffee every Saturday 10am at the Sunshine Beach Surf Club, where we plan our weekly lunches and picnics. Couples and singles most welcome. Please phone Noeline on 5474 5231 for details.

The Combined Probus Club of Noosa recently held an information stand at Noosa Civic.

Festival nurtures teens

Sunshine Coast teenagers (and parents) are being called to grab the glitter and get ready for a fun-fuelled festival on the banks of Lake Kawana on Saturday 6 May with Nurture Festival bringing live music performances from acclaimed artists such as Hatchie, DOOLIE and Mayah.

Festival organiser and endED co-founder and chairman Mark Forbes said the festival aimed to bring together teenagers aged between 12 and 18 to have a fun day of music and activities, but also to connect them with a supportive and nurturing local community that offers young people tools and resources equipping them for mental health and wellbeing challenges.

“We are encouraging people to bring along the family or come with a group of friends and enjoy top artists such as Hatchie, DOOLIE, Mayah, Tony Hobart, Greatest Hits, and Emma Beau, participate in workshops or activities such as skateboard art, yoga, taking to the lake outrigging, drone-racing competitions, silent theatre with headphones provided and visit our Speaker’s Corner that will have a full program of engaging presenters.

“Nurture Festival holds the powerful potential to save a young person’s life by providing a unique and direct connection and pathway to the support they need on their mental health journey,“ he said.

“Not only bringing our kids together, this event also recognises how important it is to include parents and carers into the conversation.”

The festival was launched last year as a response to the devastating mental health statistics surrounding young people nationally and the need for them to be connected to appropriate support services.

Rates of suicide on the Sunshine Coast are 9.1 per cent higher than the Australian average, in additional to this, research shows eating disorders have the highest mortality rate

of all mental illnesses and we’ve seen a 60 per cent increase in restrictive eating and a 30 per cent increase in binge eating since the on-set of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Key headline act and Sunshine Coast singer-songwriter performer, Mayah will be performing for the second year in a row and also taking to the stage in the Speaker’s Tent with her mum Karen Clarke - an author, Transformational Mindset Coach, and director of ’Simply for Success Pty Ltd’.

“Nurture Festival is so much fun and there are heaps of opportunities to hear awesome live music, but it is also about connecting likeminded people and raising awareness for key mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing challenges that can face teenagers,“ Mayah said.

“Nurture Festival is a welcoming and safe space where kids can just be themselves in a fun, judgement-free and expressive way.

“Music is such a transformative way to bring people together and we are hoping that people will walk away from the day feeling empowered and well-supported.”

Karen and Maya will be speaking alongside a program of guests in the Speakers Corner, including Jenna with the Pink – a body positivity advocate with a one million strong following on TikTok, Aspy Jones, The Atomic Beau Project, EndEd.

Mr Forbes is excited that this year sees the festival having fostered partnerships with eight local schools and 25 community groups, all of whom will be attending on the day and hopefully attracting an anticipated 2000 people.

Tickets are amazing value at only $19 for general admission plus special offers for families and bigger groups. Buy two kid tickets for $38 and get two adult tickets free. Buy 10 tickets for $152 and get two free.

For more information and to book tickets, visit nurturefestival.com.au

Ten Tenors return to The Events Centre

Australia’s own The Ten Tenors return to The Events Centre, Caloundra on Friday 9 and Saturday 10 June with their Greatest HitsTour. This live show will feature the most loved and requested songs the Tenors have performed across their 28-year history and from across multiple genres of music – the best from the world of opera, pop and rock music and so much more.

The Tenors are renowned for their dy-

namic performances of some of the great songs of all time, accompanied by spectacular Broadway style choreography.

Fan favourites include Bohemian Rhapsody, Hallelujah, Perfect, In my Life, Here’s to the Heroes, Shallow, Pearl Fishers Duet, Funiculì, Funiculà, Largo AL Factotum and, of course, Nessun Dorma.

The Tenors are also known for their fun musical medleys that can include up to 23

songs mashed up together for a jaw-dropping romp through a spectacular catalogue of big hits.

VENUE: The Events Centre, Caloundra

DATE and TIME: Friday 9 and Saturday 10 June at 2pm and 7pm

TICKETS: From $92.50

BOOKINGS: Call 07 5491 4240 or visit theeventscentre.com.au

First Nations’ artist unveilshis vibrant new artwork

First Nations artist Jandamarra Cadd has unveiled his vibrant new artwork called United Journey for the new Maroochydore City Centre.

Jandamarra created the three-panelled mural-style artwork after being awarded a $10,000 place activation grant.

“United Journey is an opportunity to visually express the richness of community and the importance of walking together as a people, now and into the future. Working from visual narratives that are thousands of generations old, art becomes an invitation to embrace the wellness and healing that comes through a connection to place,” Jandamarra said.

“This mural is about living and learning from one another. While understanding that our connection to this place and the thousands of generations of footprints embedded within, holds great relevance and wellness to our sense of identity and the community we live within. When we walk together towards a sunrise that shines upon us all equally we see the true value of our relationship to this place called Maroochydore and the loving responsibility of looking after it for the many generations to come”.

Jandamarra is one of three recipients of the inaugural $30,000 Place Activation Grants Program, an initiative delivered in partnership with Sunshine Coast Council, Walker Corporation, and SunCentral Maroochydore Pty Ltd.

Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson said the grants provided an opportunity to build the vibrancy of the new City Centre.

“Residents, local businesses and visitors all benefit from strengthening the community connection to public spaces through artwork and activating the new city centre.”

Walker Corporation Director, Development and Major Projects, Peter Saba congratulated

Jandamarra on his artwork connecting the history and cultures of thousands of generations.

“We were all captivated by the rich vibrant colours and imagination Jandamarra used in United Journey to weave his narratives about the connection between people who have walked and lived here in Maroochydore for thousands of years,” Mr Saba said.

“Community is crucial to the growth and

success of the expanding Maroochydore City Centre and we are proud to support local artists to help us ensure the city’s growth also reflects the significant contributions of our ancestors.”

Residents and visitors are encouraged to view Jandamarra Cadd’s United Journey in the cafe courtyard of The Metropolitan (the MET) until 30 June.

Director, major projects and chief executive officer Walker Asia, George Quinn, SunCentral chief executive officer Amanda Yeates, artist, Jandamarra Cadd, cultural performer, Lyndon Davis, Sunshine Coast Council Mayor, Mark Jamieson, Walker Project director Maroochydore City Centre, Murray McCarthy.

The Ten Tenors return to The Events Centre.

Key headline act and Sunshine Coast singer-songwriter performer Mayah.

Shakespeare is returninig

Now in its seventh year, Shakespeare at the Lake, is returning in all its glory.

“Sit by my side and let the world slip by: we shall ne’er be younger,” William Shakespeare, The Taming of the Shrew.

Proudly presented by Little Seed Theatre Company, The Taming of the Shrew is a comedy by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written between 1590 and 1592.

In Padua, Italy, a man by the name of Baptisa has two daughters. The younger daughter, Bianca, is pretty and pliant and has many would-be suitors. According to the custom of the times, Baptista will not allow Bianca to marry until he finds a husband for his eldest daughter, Katherine. Katherine is a witty, intelligent woman who knows what she wants. A husband and marriage is not one of them. As intelligent and witty women with strong opinions often are, Katherine or Kate as she is called is feared by the men in her village and dubbed ‘the shrew’.

A spoiled and wealthy young man by the name of Petruchio sets out to woo Katherine for the sizeable dowry her father offers for her. The two prove a match in wits and the game is on.

Harvey Sallaway plays Petruchio, bravely setting out to balance the macho Petruchio with humour and the unexpected destabilising results of falling in love.

The Taming of the Shrew is Harvey’s fourth foray into the world ofWilliam Shakespeare following roles in Little Seed’sTwelfth Night, Much Ado about Nothing and last year’s AsYou Like It.

One Electric Lady is taking on Eumundi

Tickets are on sale for what will be a special night of stripped-back music from one of Australia’s most impressive front women, Sarah McLeod. Sarah will be performing at The Imperial Hotel Eumundi on Thursday 1 June, as part of her One Electric Lady Tour.

As the lead singer/guitarist and primary songwriter of the three-time ARIA Award winning platinum selling rockers The Superjesus, she released three studio albums (Sumo, Jet Age and Rock Music) and has also delivered two studio albums as a solo artist (Beauty Was A Tiger and Rocky’s Diner).

Fresh from a national tour with The Superjesus to promote their new single Money (We’re Only In It For Love), Sarah McLeod is bringing back to the stage an updated reprise of her successful 2021 show. One Electric Lady, which sees her performing with her dual output guitar.

“I designed a guitar that could play bass and guitar at the same time, so when I add beats, I sound like a three piece band,“ Sarah said.

In 2021 Sarah had been teaching herself piano. She felt it best to learn on the job, so she hired herself as a piano player to be the support act for herself as the guitar player. The combination of Sarah’s voice with the piano proved to be a winner and by the end of the tour the piano player had become the headline act.

In 2023, the piano has been given a promotion and is now a fully-fledged part of her electric show.

For her one-woman show, Sarah will be performing intimate, beautifully broken down arrangements of her solo material, Superjesus back catalogue favourites plus a few special covers.

Of her solo shows, Sarah said, “It’s stripped back and focussed more on the vocal. I really love the peace in playing solo, to just enjoy the quiet and control the dynamics as I feel them flowing through me. It’s always very impromptu, I just move with the vibe of the room.”

Supporting Sarah on the night will be one man stomping electric blues performer Hellhound Brown (alter ego of singer guitarist Patch Brown), who draws his inspiration from Deep South, African American blues - the likes of Lightning Hopkins, Howlin’ Wolf and Mud-

One of Australia’s most impressive front women, Sarah McLeod.

dy Waters to name a few. Having recorded in Nashville with Grammy Award winning producer Andrija Tokic, (Alabama Shakes) Hellhound Brown is showcasing new songs from his forthcoming mini album, Bring Me Water,

due for release late 2023. He also just happens to be a former guitarist with The Superjesus. An evening not to be missed. Doors open at 7.30pm. 18+ event.

TICKETS: $30 (+ booking fee) through Oztix.

Naire McDonald as Katherine is a force and meets every challenge the role demands with skill and humour. Naire has an impressive array of theatre experience ranging from Touchstone in As You Like It to Carmen Diaz in FAME and most recently over Easter, as The White Witch in The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe.

The Taming of the Shrew has been adapted numerous times for stage, screen, opera, ballet, and musical theatre; perhaps the most famous adaptations being Cole Porter’s Kiss Me, Kate and the 1967 film of the play, starring Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton.

The 1999 high-school comedy film 10 Things I Hate About You, and the 2003 romantic comedy Deliver Us from Eva are also loosely based on the play.

Set against the stunning backdrop of Lake MacDonald, The Taming of the Shrew plays in the Noosa Botanical Gardens in the Amphitheatre this May on 13, 14, 20 and 21. Pack a picnic, your favourite tipple, a cush for your tush and while away a glorious afternoon.

Tickets are available now at little-seed.com.

Meet Toni

Toni Jordan is the immensely popular, award winning, internationally bestselling author of several novels.

She started out as a molecular biologist (then moved to selling aluminium siding, running a TAB office, quality control chemist) but eventually found her metier with her first novel Addition, which was long-listed for the Miles Franklin Award as well as being chosen as one of Richard & Judy’s picks in the UK.

Since then she has published six novels, including Dinner with the Schnabels, described as nothing short of a comic masterpiece.

She’s coming to Maleny’ literary festival, Outspoken Maleny, to discuss its sequel, Prettier if She Smiled More. Her novels have been published widely, in the UK, the Netherlands, France, Germany, Italy, Czech republic, Russia, Spain, Portugal, Brazil, Taiwan, US, Canada, Serbia, Israel.

Toni has written regularly for The Age and her articles have appeared in The Sydney Morning Herald, The Courier Mail, The Australian and The Monthly.

She is an accomplished and entertaining speaker, much loved by audiences world-wide.

Our introducing author sees the return of Sally Piper. Sally first came to Maleny to speak about her debut novel, Grace’s Table. Since then she has published two new works, including The Geography of Friendship which is in development for a television series to be broadcast on Stan. She’ll be in Maleny to speak about her recent novel, Bone Memories.

Both Toni and Sally will be in conversation with author Steven Lang on Wednesday 17 May at 6.30pm at Maleny Community Centre.

Tickets $25 and $18 for students.

The Taming of the Shrew plays in the Noosa Botanical Gardens in the Amphitheatre.

Shakespeare at the Lake is returning in all its glory.

The Taming of the Shrew is proudly presented by Little Seed Theatre Company.Naire McDonald and Harvey Sallaway. Pictures: Travis MacFarlane

Lions reflect on 50 years

Noosa Lions Football Club president Brian Stockwell

Founding president John Hines was one of the small group of football lovers that first met in a Noosaville cafe with the idea of starting a soccer club in 1973.

A public meeting at St Mary’s Hall in Tewantin later that year set the wheels in motion for the formation of what is now known as the Noosa Lions Football Club.

The club is celebrating its 50th year on 13 May with the announcement of their 50 year men’s and women’s team. The celebrations will be at the Girraween Sports Complex with the main game against Buderim (men) and Gympie (women) kicking off at 6pm. All past and present members and supporters are encouraged to come along and be part of the festivities.

What is now the largest club in the Sunshine Coast Region competition, Noosa Lions started its life as the Noosa River Soccer Club fielding their first junior teams in Under 8, 10, 12 and 14s competitions wearing a brown and gold strip.

In recent weeks, a group of club legends have been carefully selecting the club’s best performing men and women senior players since the club entered the first division men’s competition in 1976. That team was undefeated premiers in their inaugural year, only to go down in the grand final.

The club first ran on to its own fields in 1978, three years after council allocated space at Sir Thomas Hiley Park, now the Noosa District Sports Complex. It was a successful year with Under 12s becoming the first of many teams to win a grand final, beating Coolum 2-1.

The 1980s was a successful decade for the club starting in 1981 when Noosa became the first club on the coast to win both the premiership and the championship in both first and reserve grade men’s competitions, achieving the same feat again in 1983.

That was also the year that the first women’s team took to the field. The women went on to become premiers and champions in 1982. Under 9 Div 1 boys, reserve grade and 3rd div men all won the premiership in 1982 with the thirds going on to win the Grand Final. In the second time in the vlub’s short history, Noosa won both the first and reserve grade men’s competitions in 1983. Playing in blue and white in a legendary grand final, the firsts won 5-4 in extra time. Wearing black and gold, the firsts won the grand final again in 1988.

It was 1983 when captain of the U 13 champions team, and now life member, Michael Cookman was the first Noosa player to be selected in a Queensland representative side. Thirty-one years later his son Nick, now a centre back in the premier men’s side, was to achieve the same recognition representing Queensland in the U19 Australian schoolboys championship in 2017.

Former Noosa junior, Larissa Crummer, was the first player in the club to make a senior national side being selected in the Matildas at the beginning of their surge to world recognition in 2015.

The club almost scored a world record in 1984 when Steve Walsh kicked 17 goals in a 21-0 defeat of Nambour. It was the highest recorded for an official game at the time but was struck out when it was identified that Nambour played two unregistered players.

The 1990s saw the opening of the clubhouse at the Tewantin Sports Complex. Clubhouse founders included longstanding secretary Alice Daw and her husband Keith, the Cookmans as well as parents of Sunshine Coast Football Hall of Fame inductees, the Dobson brothers. Relaunched as the Noosa Blues in 1995, with the support of a local publishing house of the same name, the senior men dominated the next few years with the firsts winning premierships in 1996 and 1997 and championships in 1996 and 1998. The women’s team wound up the decade with a grand final win against Beegees in 1999.

The club started the new millennium with the first division men’s side taking out the championship in a penalty shoot-out. Noosa’s Over 35 men’s side won the grand final in 2006 in the start of an era which saw them make the championship round for 11 successive years. With a strong core throughout the whole era, Noosa took out the championship in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2014 and 2015.

As players matured the end of season, Sunshine Coast Masters Tournament became the competition of choice for those not up to a full season. Club president Brian Stockwell lifted the prestigious Over 45s crystal trophy high at the end of the competition in 2014, in a team that included club legend and octogenarian Old Bobby Chalmers and his son.

Noosa has a proud history in women’s football with a number of mums of recent first division and U23s players, having taken out the Noosa or Sunshine Coast Women’s Footballer of theYear award in their younger years. Starting with Rebecca Noble, now life member with husband Mark Whisker, whose son Josh is a gun defender in the Under 23s. The award was then won in 1998 and 1999 by Sandra Upton, mother of Dan, who scored the crucial goal in the 2017 premier men’s semi inal. A Matilda’s alumni, Alex Jancevski, mother of talented Chris and Andre and up and coming U 23 midfielder Nicholas, took out the Sunshine Coast gong in 2000.

Former Welsh International and Leeds United player Kevin Aherne-Evans took on the role of captain coach in 2010 and guided the firsts for two years. In the final game at the Tewantin grounds Kev scored a hat trick which, along with long term first grade golden boot Matt Thompson’s, let the club exit from its home of 25 years in style.

A $2 million purpose built facility at the Girraween Sports Complex became the club’s new home in 2013. Player numbers almost doubled overnight with around 500 players registered across 46 teams. First grade captain Ben Cahn took over the reins as coach the following year. The club’s entry into the FFA Cup took it to the brink of national stardom in 2014. Record crowds of around 2000 people were at the Lions Den to cheer the side on - first in the Sunshine Coast Regional win over NPL

side Sunshine Coast Fire and then in a victory against the Wide Bay Region’s winners from Hervey Bay. If it wasn’t for a missed penalty with only minutes to go, the club could have been in the national round of 32.

Kevin Aherne-Evans returned as technical director and premier men’s coach in 2017. In a season which shattered previous Sunshine Coast Competitions records, Noosa took out the premierships in the premier men, reserve and third grades. Part of the key to the success was talented premier men’s defender Taj Suffolk who was subsequently selected in the Australian U19 team to tour the UK.

The next three years saw the club winning the premiership in 2018, 2019 and the vhampionship in 2020 under Kev’s guidance. In 2019 the premier men boasted the longest running undefeated streak in the nation racking up 26 wins and three draws over two seasons. The women’s side were the next to achieve a long run, going through the 2022 seasons undefeated that earned them the Queensland Community Team of Year Award.

The club has produced many referees from its junior and senior ranks over the years, with Ellie Jones the first to officiate in an international match when the Matildas took on China in 2022.

In 2021 the club received the highest honour from Football Queensland – taking out the Queensland Community Club of the Year. The judges gave the Noosa Lions the maximum score on every criteria taking into account onfield success, sportsmanship and respect.

The 50 year celebration will acknowledge the contributions of our most talented players, but none of this would have been possible without five decades of volunteers putting their hands up to coach, be on the committee, officiate and help out in the canteen.

NLFC U10 Coogars in 2010

Sunshine Coast premier team

Noosa striker Tim O’May helped his team take a 5-0 win over Kawana. O’May beat the defence but could not net the ball.

Noosa goal scorers Ross Maygar and Garth Jones savour their grand final victory.

Noosa Lions in 2002.

Players show of their brown and yellow colours.

Canoes sail for Solomons

This week in Chaplin Park the Noosa Outrigger Canoe Club farewelled two canoes on their journey to the Solomon Islands.

The club greeted Steve Tomoana from the Poly Va’a club who has spent the last six months working on collecting donated canoes from clubs around Queensland, to provide to the burgeoning Va’a clubs in the Solomons.

The Islanders there have always been familiar with the heavy wooden craft they use for fishing and transport inter island but the sleek modern racing canoes are hard to come by.

One of the poorest nations in the region, the Solomon Islanders are keen to be involved in the Pacific Islands competitions and build the sport in their communities.

With the assistance of the Australian Defence Forces, who have provided the transport plane, Noosa’s two canoes will join a handful of others to wing their way to the Solomons for immediate use.

All hands were placed on the canoes for a Hawaiian blessing to farewell them. The solid and reliable canoes were some of the first craft

owned by the club, known as ROCs, and they are rapidly being overtaken for racing by newer, lighter technology.

However, they will soon be welcomed to and appreciated by another burgeoning paddling community.

Aloha.

Move and groove in Noosa with more ways to be active

From sport to dancing or walks there’s plenty of ways to get active in Noosa.

Beginners Tap

A five-week tap workshop for complete beginners is starting on Thursday 11 May until 8 June, 2.15-3.15pm at The Uniting Church Hall, Werin St, Tewantin. Now is your chance to give tap a go and with quick, enjoyable results - a basic fun routine will be learnt as well as valuable skills to continue.

The intermediate class from 5-6pm still continues for those with some previous training. All welcome. Phone Helen on 0448 621 788 to put your name down or for more information.

Walking Group

Noosa River Walk - Mondays 7am, meet near the bench near the Boathouse, on Gympie Terrace Noosaville - about 3.5km walking at your own pace, for as far as you like. Join us for a cuppa and chat afterwards if you wish.

Noosa National Park walk - Thursdays 7am, meet at the Noosa Surf Club (beachside) - about 5-6km walk at your own pace and for as far as you like. Join us for a cuppa and chat afterwards if you wish. Call V for more information on 0418 462 340 or just turn up. We leave at 7am sharp.

Trades & Services

Play Tennis

Fit tennis players required for singles and doubles play during the week and weekends. Squash and tennis players needed Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Call Karen on 0412 485 411.

Magz Jazz

Increase strength, flexibility, energy and wellbeing with dance and exercise classes for adults. Learn fun new dance moves to inspired music. Keeps body moving, mind agile and spirit lifted. Tuesday mornings in Eumundi, 9.30-11am. Please contact Margaret 0425 269 988.

Indoor Bowls

Noosa Indoor Carpet Bowls Club would love to welcome new members to join us each Friday morning at the Leisure Centre in Wallace Drive, Noosaville. No experience necessary and lots of fun to be had. Play starts at 9am till 11am. Please contact Pam 0407 493 402.

Noosa Folk Dancers

You’re invited to come and try sessions, first one free. Experience traditional and modern, easy and moderate dances from countries around the world, on Fridays from 10-11.45am at the Catholic Parish Hall, Moorindil Street, Tewantin. We are a unique

and welcoming group providing physical and social well-being through world dance. Phone Philippa on 0417 780 016 or just come along. Wear comfortable shoes.

Tap Dancing

Come and join the fabulous foot percussionists at the Uniting Church Hall, every Thursday from 5-6pm. This is an intermediate class suitable for those with some training. A beginners’ class is on Thursdays, from 2.153.15pm, please ring or just turn up. Phone Helen on 0448 621 788.

Sunday Dance

Dance lessons are on Sundays at Tewantin Masonic Hall, Moorindil St. Lessons begin with basic dance steps, waltz, then old time, New Vogue, ballroom dances and a little Latin. We run through to 4pm. Lots of fun and dancing, including a 20 minute tea/coffee break to socialise. Singles or couples can attend. Call first or just rock up. Phone Andrew 0429 829 328 or visit andrewsclassdance.com

Social Ballroom 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. It is a very enjoyable evening as Pat and Norm provide New Vogue as well as Old

Time Dancing. Come and see if you will enjoy it or phone 0407 456 939.

Pickleball

A sport for everybody. It’s fun, social, and easy to learn. All ages welcome. Come and try by contacting freelesson@noosapickleballclub. com and start something new today.

Fitbarre

Classes for adults based on ballet. Improve your posture, tone and tighten your muscles with this total mind and body conditional workout while enjoying classical music. Class- es are on Mondays and Wednesdays 9-10.30am (Intermediate level), Thursday 5.30-6.30pm (Beginners), Friday 9-10am (All levels) at Performing Arts Factory, 2/68 Rene St, Noosaville. Phone Angelika on 0488088633.

Motorcycling

Motorcyclists around Noosa meet for a regular ride on the first Thursday of each month. Rides of about 200km start at 9am from Noosa, with a snack stop enroute. Thanks for your interest and we look forward to riding with you.

Just email noosabonneville@optusnet. com.au for details of the next ride.

ROUND 10

WEEKLY MATCHUP

Draw leaves work to do

By Jon Lewis

The Ray White Noosa Dolphins came away from Caboolture with a 31 all draw last Saturday, however, know they left a victory on the field. Following last week’s win over the Swans, coach Paul Robson made the point that game management needed to improve yet it was game management that let the Dolphins down. Leading 31-16 with only a minute to go, the Dolphins handed possession to the home team who after relentless pressure crossed the line. The missed conversion on full time leading to the draw.

In a classic case of a game of two halves, the Noosa team were well off their game in the first 40 minutes against a Caboolture side that has shown vast improvement from previous years, despite dominating in set pieces. Wayward passes, missed tackles and poor discipline letting the Noosa side down. The half time break worked in the Dolphins favour clicking into gear in the second period, with clean running, solid defence and an amount of flair lifting spirits.

Robson, whilst happy to come away with points from the match, knows more work on the players mindset is needed. “We have the

team to feature in the finals despite the clearly stronger competition this season,” Robson said “but we need to increase our confidence in each other which will result in the team gelling more. That is what will deliver the fast paced game we are looking for and that is our focus going into next Saturdays home game against competition newcommers Brothers.”

Impressing for the RayWhite Dolphins were man of the match Ben Ashman, JimmyWilsonBishop at full back and captain Levi Shaw.

The Dolphins third grade Friday night team notched up another victory with an impressive 29-5 victory over Brothers. Other Saturday results saw the Reserve Grade get away with a 2 point victory over Caboolture however theWomens team fell to the bigger and more experienced Caboolture women.

Ray White Rugby returns to Sunshine Beach this Saturday when competition newcomers, and table leaders, Brothers travel north.

· 12.30 Womens

· 2pm Reserve Grade

· 3.30 A Grade

For all the updates, check out the Noosa Dolphins Facebook page.

Home games wins and losses for junior Dolphins

Under 13s – by player Alex Bingham. A homeround clash for the Noosa Dolphins U13s v Bothers was no easy game for the Phins. In the first half of the game, Noosa and Brothers struggled to maintain possession for more than 10 phases due to the competitiveness at the breakdowns. Noosa created various opportunities to score but couldn’t manage to cross over the line when the time was needed. However, Noosa gave all their strength in their defence, marking their numbers and making those critical tackles. It was an even match at the break, nil all.

Noosa knew it wasn’t going to be an easy second half and they needed to grab the first points. Unfortunately, they couldn’t after Brothers crossed the line midway through the second half. The Under 13’s kept their heads high in attack and defence, working hard. However, the Dolphins couldn’t manage to conquer the well-structured and very difficult Brothers team. The game ended in a 15-0 win for Brothers who travelled from Kawana.

Noosa’s highlight players from the weekend’s game were Liam Stroem, Flynn Clarke, Alex Nitschmann, and Harrison Perkins.

Under 12s – Noosa Under 12s had a tough back-and-forth game against Brothers at home. Having kept a good structure and making our tackles in the first half, we went into the half time break 7-7.

A couple of run-away tries early in the second half for Brothers meant that the boys had to dig in. A great build-up of play saw the boys nearly score and keep them in the game. Unfortunately the U12s went down 21-7. The boys should keep their heads high as we build across the season.

Under 10s – On a morning better suited to the beach, the mighty Noosa Under 10 Whites warmed up prior to their top-of-thetable clash with arch rivals the Maroochydore Swans. The first minutes looked like the boys would be in for a real struggle with territory and possession split evenly. But with a smart pass to himself, Eric set Miller on the burst up the centre and from the ensuing breakdown, Soccer Tom (with thanks to Emmerson’s Dad for the nicknames) offloaded to Emmerson who worked hard to barge over for the opening try.

From the kick-off we saw some smart work. The slick interchange between the backs and forwards put Zion on track with a huge run down the sideline, trampling the opposition forward pack and gaining nearly 50 metres. Not content with that, a little later Zion was the link between Eric and Hugo for

our second try. Score 10-0. Sol was into everything, cleaning out the rucks and generally terrorising the Swans. The pressure got the ball for Mason to go on the charge with a pass out wide to Aussie Rules Tom who was pulled down just short of the line.With relentless attack, the Whites cleared for a well-worked try by Sol. 15-0.

From the kick-off, a flying run by Ben gave us momentum, but some scrappy passing saw Tom slip a hospital pass to Albie who cleverly evaded the defenders pouring down on him to set up the ruck. Through all this Hunter was, as usual, in everything. Some sloppy play saw a turnover with a breakaway try to the Swans,15-5. Eric kicked down field with great chasing from Ben pressuring the opposition, some great defence from Albie enabled Alex to strip the ball and pass it to Eric who scored and converted his own try. 22-5 at half time.

The second half saw Soccer Tom chase down a kick that bounced up into his arms, but he was caught just a few metres from the line. From there, it was a matter of getting the ball to Mason who dotted it over the line, 275. We put ourselves under pressure from the kick-off but good work from Jake, who was great in defence all day, got the ball to Emmerson who with speed, hard running and some fancy footwork ran 105m to score under the posts, 32-5. Further tries to Miller and Mason and a late consolation to the Swans gave us a full-time score of 44-10. Well done boys!

Under 9s – It was a beautiful morning for our first home game of the year. The Under9s kicked off first against a strong-looking

Brothers side. The team took a few minutes to get into the groove. From there, it was one-way traffic with Stella leading from the front; we had Malik with some quick thinking; Hunter was assisted with some lovely passing; Zach B was ever-present with some jinking runs; Harry was impressive early, unfortunately in a Brothers jersey, but we were able to slow him down. Zach D showed some quality defence, while Henry and Fin played

straight and hard, as did Eden with some thunderous defence. Hugo had some good straight running lines, and CJ finished some great team play showing lightning speed. Mason’s leg tackling was second to none. The Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match was an easy choice with Freddie being outstanding on both defence and attack.

Everyone truly chipped in for a great win, and defence was the standout for the day.

U12s Will Stewart in the first home game of the season.

Under 12s Luke McCready in a tough game against Brothers. Pictures: IAN WALDIE

No easy game for U13s against Brothers.

Jonathan Davey dominating the lineout.

Sheedy a guest at Tigers

By Julian Pitts

Legendary football personality and innovator Kevin Sheedy will be once again the special guest speaker at the first Noosa Tigers’ president’s lunch of season 2023 on Saturday 13 May from midday.

The multiple Richmond premiership player and four times Essendon premiership coach will enthrall what should be a bumper function crowd as he did many years ago. In fact, the 189 guests who attended his last luncheon at the Tigers remains the record crowd in its 10 year tenure.

Don’t miss out with links to the function found on our NoosaTigers.com.au website and our Facebook and social media sections.

Plenty of mixed results from both our junior and senior grades last weekend with our senior men’s team going down to the premiership favourites’ Aspley.

Our men’s reserve grade remain unbeaten

and on top of the ladder with another stirring win whilst the colts never gave up but were just too undermanned against a pretty slick Aspley unit.

On a very successful sponsorss day our senior women unveiled their 2022 premiership flag and then thumped North Shore to the tune of 75 points to finish a huge day of senior footy at Rococo oval.

A massive thank you to all those, in particular our sponsorship director Mandy Tupper, for putting the day together. And once again to our our loyal and valued sponsors who continue to support the club.

Media Award Votes:

5. W. ODwyer.

4. J. Fitzpatrick.

3. R. Buntain.

2. M. Johnston.

1. L. Flagg.

Some mixed junior results also with our Un-

Kitty Kats to support the Distinguished Gentlemen

What could be more appropriate than having the beautiful Kitty Kats dressed in their finest WWII outfits entertaining the dapper ladies and gentlemen attending this years Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride?

The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) has been raising awareness and funds for men’s health issues since its inception in 2012.

This year, the ride will be held in over 700 cities across more than 100 countries.

Here on the Sunshine Coast, the DGR will be followed by an exciting post-ride event, allowing everyone to get involved, not just the riders and pillions.

The post-ride event will be held atThe Apollonian Hotel at Boreen Point from 12.30pm on Sunday 21 May.

The Kitty Kats are the headline entertainment, but in addition, there will be a ton of competitions including Best Dressed, Best Motorcycle, Best Vintage Scooter plus heaps more. All prizes will be presented by a secret celebrity.

If you ride a classic two wheeled machine, you can register for the ride at gentlemansride. com.

Everyone can get involved by sponsoring a rider and attending the post-ride event and please don’t forget to ‘Dress Dapper’.

So, boogie on down to the ‘Chattanooga Choo Choo’ with the Kitty Kats at this year’s Distinguished Gentleman’s ride.

Raise funds, raise awareness of men’s health issues and have a great time in the process.

If you have any questions about the 2023 Sunshine Coast DGR, contact co-host Carl Burroughs at carl@idm.com.au

Kevin Sheedy Presidents Luncheon tickets now on sale

13th May 2023, 12pm - 2pm

Noosa Tigers vs Sherwood

There is only one Kevin Sheedy, a man who occupies a unique position in Australian sport – plumber, self-described grubby little back-pocket, legendary coach, master strategist, mad professor, raconteur, world-wide promoter of the game of Australian Rules.

A journey from the working-class heart of Melbourne to every corner of Australia and beyond, including those well-known football outposts: Dublin, Kentucky and the Beverly Wilshire in Hollywood, a trip that only Kevin Sheedy could take.

From his descriptions of a young boy growing up in the inner suburbs of Melbourne in the 1950s, through to his playing days at Richmond and his ground-breaking 27 years as coach of Essendon and finally to his commitment to take Australia’s own game to the world, Sheeds is passionate, erudite, colourful, funny and controversial.

Tickets are $80 and include beer, wine and soft drink. Plus a tremendous lunch hosted by the Noosa Surf Club Restaurant. noosatigers.com.au

der 15 girls making it two wins from two in a fiesty game against Caloundra on Sunday whilst our Div 3 Under 13 boys chalked up their first victory of the season.

A wonderful turn out to our first Auskick training night last Friday night with over 140 kids trying out our great game, one of the largest Auskick numbers north of Brisbane in the state.

And how about our Under 9s who were lucky enough to play on the Gabba as the half time little league last Saturday. What a thrill and something they will remember for ever.

The senior men’s teams have a bye this weekend, our senior women face Hinterland at Rococo oval from 4.45pm with bar open while our juniors will also be on display at home over the weekend.

Enjoy the footy. Go Tigers.

It was a great turnout for the first Auskick training.

Noosa Masters of success

By Brian Hoepper

It’s a big step up from state-level competition to the intense contests at the national championships.

But it wasn’t too big for the Noosa Masters Swimming team.

Fresh from the recent state titles in Mackay – where the Noosa team won a swag of medals and broke 13 state and national records – 16 Noosa swimmers headed for the Nationals in Hobart. As snow fell on Mount Wellington, they took to the heated indoor pool along with 403 other competitors from 77 clubs around the nation.

Such a large field made medals more elusive. But Noosa swimmers won 37 individual medals (11 gold, 14 silver and 12 bronze) while two relay teams won gold and another two took silver.

Individual gold medallists were Ross Kee, Ian Tucker, Lois Hill, Steph Jones and Jan Croft. Jan, our legendary coach and sentimental favourite, celebrated with five individual gold medals.

Meanwhile, Steph Jones, who’d dominated the state championships in Mackay, produced an encore performance. Steph carved through the water to break two national records and five state records – most of them her own record times

set in Mackay.

Special mention goes to the women’s medley relay team. Steph and Jan joined with Helen Malar and Jo Matthews to snatch a national record from the famed Doncaster Dolphins, who touched less than a second behind Noosa.

Ross Kee blasted his way to a remarkable 100m freestyle state record and backed up with gold in the 50m freestyle.

Lois Hill swam a smart 100m backstroke for gold and Ian Tucker earned his gold in the toughest event on the program, the 400m individual medley, edging out clubmate Greg Bott. Greg and Ian then combined with Trevor Mathews and Ross Kee to take gold in their 200m freestyle relay.

Other medal winners were Jacky Shields and Anne Besser (silver) and LiQun Hussey (bronze), while Julie Bott, Felicity Hawkins, Linda Hogg and Adele Tucker swam strongly but missed medals in their highly competitive age groups.

At the championships dinner, the Noosa team was presented with the 2022 Vorgee National Endurance Trophy, awarded to Noosa Masters as the champion club in that annual competition for the ninth year in succession. After five days in Hobart, the team returned to Noosa exhausted but elated.

The post-ride event will be held at The Apollonian Hotel at Boreen Point.

Talking Sport Ron Lane

Boxers make big Impact

Once again, our local Impact Boxing Club situated in Taylor Court Cooroy is in the news and for all the right reasons.

Two of its members, Paige Robinson and Cohen Robinson ( brother and sister) have been selected to represent Australia in the upcoming Oceanic Titles to be held in Samoa 2126 May.

This will be the first time that the Robinson siblings will represent Australia together in the same team.

Paige who is currently ranked nine in the world in the 60kg division said, “ I am very excited to have my younger brother on the team at the same time. It is the first time that this sort of thing, has happened.”

Another plus for the club is that head coach Mark Evans will lead the Australian team into Samoa.

“I am very excited to once again lead my country as a coach and also very excited to have Paige and Cohen on the team together.

“These two have now trained under the Impact banner nearly for eight years. It is great to see their hard work and dedication paying off.“

The Oceanic Championships will include countries like New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Fiji, Samoa, Vanuatu, New Caledonia , and many others.

With both our football codes, Union and League, really spreading throughout the islands, it is great to see the sport of amateur boxing also on the move. Apart from it being good for the sport, it is a great opportunity for our state and national teams to be getting more international competition.

With Australia’s isolation from the major boxing countries such as England, Europe and America, international competition has always been a problem thus, the opportunity to have our representative teams competing throughout the Pacific regions is of the utmost importance.

Over the last few months there have been several boxing tournaments throughout the state in particular North Queensland. These were successful and many featured an increase in the number of bouts for women.

Locally the Impact Club hosted what has become an annual and highly successful event, theYoung GunsTournament. Held at, and supported by the Noosa State School Cooroy, it has now become recognised as the Sunshine Coast Titles and will continue to be an annual event. Starting at 3pm it featured some 60-plus bouts and was well attended with fighters coming from all regions of the state.

On what could be the other side of the coin, for the last five years a young man Grayson Keating, known affectionally as The Peoples Champion, has been a popular part of the Impact Family. Every year at the Young Guns Tournament, you will see Grayson climb through the ropes, and take on one of Impact’s boxers in a wildly entertaining bout.

“To all of us in the gym, Grayson is family, a real happy go lucky character,” Evans said.

“Our gym has given Grayson a place to be who he wants to be, with no judgment in a happy friendly environment and everyone loves him, hence the nickname.

There can be no doubt that this young man has taught us what the program, Boxing Beyond Barriers, is all about.”

Noosa Athletics

The word is out.

There has been yet another couple of big weekends for our Noosa Athletics and Noosa Little Athletics clubs, while competing in the national championships.

Noosa Athletics was up first competing over four days in Brisbane, then it was our Noosa Little Athletics’ chance to shine the following weekend in Melbourne.

We had 10 athletes representing our senior club in Brisbane against Australia’s best and again our Noosa Athletes did us proud, with lots of personal best, and many athletes qualifying through to finals finishing top eight in Australia.

Special mention goes out to Kristie Edwards who finished third in the women’s 100m and

Numbers build for fourth pickleball tournament

By Woody Dass

The fourth annual Noosa Pickleball Doubles Tournament held over the past weekend attracted a record number of 178 registered entrants.

This is a popular event attended by players from all over the country.

The Noosa Pickleball Club runs a very well organised event. Tournament director Miriam Brace spent hundreds of hours preparing the tightly scheduled two-day event which went off without a hitch.

Saturday catered for novice and interme-

diate players, Sunday’s events were for the advanced players. Every player was guaranteed a minimum of four games in each event. Events included age/skills based men’s, women’s and mixed doubles. Ages ranged from 26 to 77.

The tournament committee was pleased to be able to offer low entry fees as well a souvenir gift for every player.

Gold, silver and bronze medals were awarded for each of the 15 events. The club also hosted a social night for participants at the Noosa Tewantin Bowls Club.

fourth in the 200. Then in the men’s U14 Marlon Andrews came third in the 100m and won the silver medal as a member of the 4x100m relay.

Taya Clayton finished fifth in the U14 women’s 80m hurdles then followed on to win a bronze medal in the Queensland women’s U14, 4x100m relay. It was at this stage, that Mick Hooper, senior head coach Noosa Athletics, was asked to join the coaching staff for the Australian Little Athletics Championships to be held the following weekend in Melbourne.

“You can imagine how I was feeling when asked to join the coaching staff. Then add to this Noosa had four Little Athletics representing Queensland. I was over the moon,” said coach Hooper.

Apart from their success on the track, it was a great experience for the members of the Queensland team.

As for them, it was the first time that they travelled and stayed with the Queensland team without their parents. Well chaperoned, they had a great time both on and off the track.

Luca Gerrard (triple jump and 100m sprint), Eli Melitz (1500m walk), Taya Clayton (100m and 80m hurdles) all finished in the top eight in the Swedish relay (100m ,200m,300m,400m)

- amazing results for our small club at national level.

Acknowledgments

I think it is only right that people of the Noosa sporting community, should take the time to acknowledge the fact that two of our sport coaches have reached the national pinnacle of their chosen endeavours.

First, we have Mark Evans owner and head coach of the Impact Boxing and Fitness Centre Cooroy. For the second time Mark has been appointed as national coach to take the Australian Amateur Boxing team into Samoa for the upcoming international tournament.

Now at the recent Australian Little Athletics Championships, Noosa’s Athletics head coach Mick Hooper, was invited to join the coaching staff for the Australian Little Athletics Championships.

For both these men this is well deserved and a just reward for their dedication and time they have given to their chosen sport.

It is to be hoped that their achievements and success will enable them break into the world of sponsorship. Let us always remember that their chosen sports of boxing and athletics, are both Olympic sports.

Happy

Taya Clayton finishing fifth in the U14 women’s 80 m hurdles.

Coach Mick Hooper with Eli Melitz, Taya Clayton and Marlon AndrewsGrayson Keating is the People’s Champion at Impact Boxing Club.

Luca Gerrard competed in the triple jump and 100m sprint.

Life of Brine Phil Jarratt

Locals go off at state titles

What a killing our local surfers made at the recent Queensland titles, held for the most part in cracking conditions at The Bluff at Alex Headland.

Two pairs of siblings made it a family affair, with Ben Lorentson taking out the open men’s shortboard for the second year in a row, while sister Gia won the open women’s, her second title, following a win in 2021, all of this delighting a certain proud mum and Noosa councillor.

Also keeping it in the family, Landen Smales continued his amazing run with victories in the junior men’s longboard and logger, plus the open men’s longboard. Lando also claimed seconds in the open men’s logger and open men’s shortboard, while older brother Kaiden scored a second in the open men’s longboard and third in the open logger.

Also continuing on her winning way this year, Noosa’s queen of longboarding, Kirra Molnar took out the open women’s longboard and logger divisions, with lady-in-waiting Mia Waite finishing a close second in both. But Mia had her day in the sun, taking out both junior girls longboard and logger. In the age divisions Noosa’s Hayden Swan won the over 55s longboard and logger, while Wally Allen took out the over 60s longboard.

Back on the shortboards, it was great to see former pro Ryan Campbell out of the board factory and back in a jersey to win the over 35s shortie division. It had been a long time between drinks for Ryan, but the photos and vids reveal he can still unleash a vicious backside slash.

I know all of the talented surfers I’ve mentioned here, and know that they thoroughly deserve this pathway to the national titles later in the year, but every time I examine the results of the Queensland titles, I’m astounded at how few surfers have entered them of late. I doubt that any of the results would have been different if each division had a full complement, but many could barely muster enough for a heat. I’d back our best surfers to beat all comers in any conditions, I just wish they had the opportunity.

In the meantime, a trophy’s a trophy, of course.

Mono’s perfect heat

Speaking of great surfers, my Byron mate Mark Mono Stewart has ripped up the record books once again, this time in Japan to win the Japan Open adaptive surfing championships with two perfect 10s in the final.

Having scored a near perfect 18.4 in an earlier round, the 61-year-old one-legged kneeboarder with multiple world titles to his credit, went absolutely bonkers to score back to back deep barrels in the final, leaving the judges no option but to go all the way, with Mono combo-ing the field. The event was held last week in the wave pool built for the Tokyo Olympics but never used.

After his dynamic win, Mono told the waiting media pack: “Nothing will replace the ocean, and I was sceptical at first, but after competing in a few wave pools around the world I’ve sort of changed my attitude totally. To watch quadriplegics be able to get themselves in the water at a pool and surf these waves in a controlled environment, it’s a huge part of the future of our sport. What we’ve done in the last three or four days has really promoted the adaptive movement and made the disabled people here in Japan feel more proud.”

GOAT survives the cut!

No, I’m not talking about the billy that didn’t make the curry pot.

I’m talking about Kelly Houdini Slater who, despite what you may have read here last week, did not close the curtain on his illustrious pro surfing career when he finished way below the deny that Kelly has earned another go-round, nor that at 51 he is still surfing’s biggest box office drawcard, but does a multi-millionaire whose myriad record-breaking accomplishments will almost certainly never be equalled in our sport really still need to prove something?

Don’t get me wrong, I’m a huge Slater fan, and have spent enough time with the guy to know he’s a good human being. I love to watch him surf and will miss his presence on tour immensely, but I still say it’s time. And I also say Ramzi Boukhiam.

That’s the name of the incredible powerhouse Moroccan surfer who finally qualified for the world tour last year after a decade of trying, only to miss the whole season so far through injury. Given the chance, I know Ramzi will shine. I just wish he’d been given it now.

FOOTNOTE: As you all know, King Charles III will be crowned tomorrow, and I wish him the best of British, despite the fact that my invitation seems to have been lost in the mail. I have a few Charlie stories which I may have bored you with already, but this one is worthy of a royal redux. In 2003 I was working in London and was invited to the royal command premiere of the Russell Crowe film, Master and Commander. We took our seats in the stalls and waited for HRH to arrive. And waited. That very day the Brit tabloids and morning programs had made mincemeat out of Charlie over a sordid sex scandal that made Fergie’s toe-sucking episode seem relatively normal. In view of the ruckus, would he be a noshow? Suddenly the suits were everywhere and there was a rustle above us in the balcony as the royals were ushered in. We stood for the anthem and at the end a well-dressed woman in front turned and shouted up at our betters, “We love you Charles, always will!” Soon everyone was turning and shouting undying love. Yes, cringe, me too. I wonder how many loyal subjects in the theatre that night got an invite to tomorrow’s slap-up. But we move on.

Mia Waite classic nose ride.

Podium fun for Ben and Gia.

Mono magic at the Japan Open.

Gia Lorentson on a smooth line. Ryan Campbell gets vertical.

Landen Smales makes a power move.

PROPERTY

COMFORTABLE LIFESTYLE IN BEACHSIDE LOCATION

PROPERTY MATTERS

NOOSA’S eastern beaches offer tremendous value when you consider what is on offer.

Beachside living within walking distance of kilometre upon kilometre of spectacular coastline with the Noosa National Park as a backdrop.

Going to auction on Saturday, 6 May, at 10am is a comfortable single-level home on 800sq m at Marcus Beach.

Tracy Russell of Tom Offermann Real Estate is taking the four-bedroom, twobathroom, two-car house at 16 Sandalwood Cl to the market at 10am.

Situated in a tightly-held street with northerly aspect over bushland, it is an immaculate home, Tracy said.

It is an excellent residence designed with functionality, and offers privacy as well as a beautiful backdrop while still within walking distance of the beach.

The property features an exotic front

garden reminiscent of a piece of Mexico, with Madagascar palms and silver torches, cycads, elkhorns and ferns along the pathway.

There is a shaded terrace and when the door is opened, and a hallway that appears to stretch forever.

High ceilings allow the natural light to drench the expansive sunken lounge thanks to doors opening to the undercover terrace.

The dedicated dining space with a wall of timber sash windows also looks out to the terrace which continues to wrap the eastern side.

Be surprised with the extent of the land and how paperbacks adorned with elkhorns, abut the Noosa National Park.

The botanical-like gardens are beautifully landscaped with a variety of plantings from vines to succulents, the veggie patch is a cook’s dream and the extralarge greenhouse has power and an auto irrigation system.

Whether outside on the terrace or inside, every living space is impressively spacious and spells serious options for entertaining.

Needless to say, the kitchen with stone-topped white cabinetry including a semi-island, cool green and aqua-toned splash back also high-end appliances, is commensurate.

Surrounded by nature, dreamtime comes naturally in the four carpeted and sizeable bedrooms with plantation shutters.

The main suite/retreat has a walk-in robe, ensuite and opens to the terrace, and three queen-size bedrooms have built-in robes and share a bathroom with timber cabinetry, bathtub and a separate toilet. The laundry is nearby.

VACANT BLOCK BRINGS IMMEDIATE RESPONSE

Little Cove has 107 house sites, four of which are vacant.

Everyone wants one, due to it’s position between ocean and national park. There are no through roads. People come here to swim in at the beach or walk in the park.

Imagine the response Tom Offermann Real Estate father-and-daughter team of Luke and Lauren Chen are getting on one

of those final four blocks of land.

The vacant 610sq m residential block at 11 Little Cove Rd, Noosa Heads, goes to auction at 10am Saturday, 13 May.

This property has been held in the same family from the late 1950s, Luke said, not long after the release of the blocks.

“Inquiry is from all over the country,’’ he said.

“Particularly from Victorians who like swimming at Little Cove and are wanting to build a nice place.’’

Part of the appeal of Little Cove is the architecture in the area, generally sensitive or sympathetic with the environment.

“lt is a special place,’’ Luke said. “The people who live there want to enjoy the natural appeal.’’

New house sales range from $9-10m without views, while those with views are looking around $20m.

This property can only be a house site.

LONG WATER VIEWS

A two-bedroom, two-bathroom waterfront apartment on Noosa Sound has brought amazing levels of interest since being launched to the market on Anzac week.

Luke and Lauren Chen at Tom Offermann Real Estate have been “thumped with inquiry’’ on the Culgoa Point .. launched Anzac week and thumped with inquiry.

One of best apartments in the complex, it is at beach level so it’s simply a matter of walking out to the lawn and sand.

Vacant 610sq m residential land at 11 Little Cove Rd, Noosa Heads, goes to auction at 10am Saturday, 13 May. 331689

Vacant 610sq m residential land at 11 Little Cove Rd, Noosa Heads, goes to auction at 10am Saturday, 13 May. 331689

A four-bedroom, two-bathroom house with pool, dam, on 2ha at 10 Pine Tree Drive West, Lake Macdonald, goes to auction Saturday, 20 May, at 2pm. 331689

Held by the same family for 26-years, it includes a private undercover terrace and dedicated outdoor dining spaces.

ACREAGE IN DEMAND

69 Black Mtn Range rd o-o $995,000 Acreage is still the flavour of the year, according to Alisa Wythes at Hinternoosa. Activity in the hinterland is busier than ever, particularly with the style and quality of properties that are on offer.

The three-bedroom, two-bathroom, twocar lakeside house on 4.01ha at 92 Hoy Rd, Lake Macdonald, sold immediately after auction last Saturday.

With tennis court, gazebo-style circular covered outdoor entertainment area, and double-bay shed, the quality home by Harold Boreham attracted seven registered bidders.

In the end it came down to two but neither would budge at $1.9m so it sold immediately after under auction conditions to a Brisbane buyer.

“It was a great result,’’ Alisa said. “There was an incredible amount interest on the property … a really solid mix of Brisbane, local and southern buyers.’’

The five-bedroom, two-bathroom

house with pool at 884 Eumundi-Noosa Rd, Doonan, was passed in at auction on April 16, with Caroline Johnston and Alisa Wythes continuing to deal with fresh interest.

The property is on the market at offers over $1.095m

IMPECCABLE PRESENTATION

An architect-designed house on 2ha at Lake Macdonald is attracting massive interest ahead of auction set for Saturday, 20 May.

Alisa Wythes at Hinternoosa said the four-bedroom, two-bathroom house with pool, dam, on 2ha at 10 Pine Tree Drive West was attracting inquiry “from everywhere in Australia.’’

Alisa said the presentation was impeccable, with the living areas opening out to the pool deck and views.

“It’s all about seamless indoor-outdoor living,’’ she said. “It fits in with our Queensland lifestyle.

“There is a northerly aspect from every deck. It’s all about aspect and airflow.’’

Offered for sale for the first time, the pavilion-style home features polished blackbutt flooring, high ceilings, and an abundance of natural light. There is a Morso Danish low emission combustion heater.

The kitchen, positioned in the centre

of the home, comes with granite bench tops, 2-pack cupboard finishes, maximum cupboard space, and Miele appliances.

The lap pool enjoys views across the park-like grounds.

The main bedroom suite with direct outdoor access has air-conditioning, ceiling fans, and a stylish ensuite with double vanity, and a walk-in robe.

At the opposite end of the home are three spacious bedrooms with built-in wardrobes.

There is separate outdoor access to bedroom 4, while the main bathroom boasts a stone vanity, free-standing bath, shower, and separate toilet.

The property has a two-car carport and a 5m by 3m workshop, with small sheds attached to the carport.

There is a spring-fed dam and fire pit area while the 15m by 3m lap pool features a Bionizer non-chlorine sanitiser system, off-peak pool pump and a resort-style timber deck plus pool blanket on a roller. There is 4.94kw solar power and solar hot water.

Water can be pumped from the dam to a separate 22500L header tank for garden irrigation and pool top-ups.

As well as a farm forestry plot providing biodiversity, there are fruit trees including

30%

ALL

mulberry, orange, peach and mangoes.

BEST OF BOTH WORLDS

Set in the bush yet handy to the beaches, Melanie Butcher and Chris Forde at Laguna Real Estate are looking for offers over $1.15m for the vacant 7452sq m block at 15 Smiths Rd, Tinbeerwah, that went to auction early April.

With a northerly slope and positioned on an elevated ridge, it offers coastal views from what is a private and peaceful position.

Melanie is now set to take a delightful riverside apartment in Tewantin to auction later this month.

In one of Tewantin’s premier locations, the three-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car apartment at 20/2-10 Blakesley St, will go to the market at 11am on Saturday, 20 May.

AUCTION ACTION

SATURDAY, 6 May

Marcus Beach

· 16 Sandalwood Cl: 4bed, 2bath, 2car house on 800sq m, 10am, Tracy Russell 0413 319 579 Tom Offermann Real Estate

Noosaville

· 192 Shorehaven Dve: 4bed, 2bath, 2car house, pool, 10am, Melanie Butcher 0407 379 893 Laguna Real Estate. ●

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car lakeside house with tennis court on 4.01ha at 92 Hoy Rd, Lake Macdonald, has sold immediately after auction. 329148

A four-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car house on 800sq m at 16 Sandalwood Cl, Marcus Beach, goes to auction at 10am on Saturday, 6 May. 330604

11LITTLECOVEROAD, NOOSAHEADS

Picturethisspectacularaddressamereoneminuteto toes-in-the-whitesandofirresistibleLittleCoveBeach, sequesteredwithintheforeververdantNoosaNational Parkwithitsworld-classsurfbreaks,whilemoments awayalongtheboardwalksophisticatedHastingsStreet meetslaidbackNoosaMainBeachwithitsbeachside restaurants,onLagunaBay.

Easytoimaginethereinventionoftheultimatebeach house,indulgingeverypossiblepersonalextravagance, need,whimandnecessity,withaestheticexcellence throughoutontheelevatedcornersite,oneofonly fourvacantsitesleft inLittleCove.Itismuchcoveted, and finallynowavailableafter65yearsintheonefamily.

Auction Saturday13May10am

Agent LukeChen 0417600840 luke@offermann.com.au

Agent LaurenChen 0412672375 lauren@offermann.com.au

21/5QUAMBYPLACE, NOOSAHEADS

Lookingforthedefinitiveinvestment,arareand excitingchancetosecureasoundsliceofparadise whichhasbeentightlyheldbythesamefamilyfor 26-years?Slideawaythedoorstotheundercover privateterracewhichisfringedbygoldencanepalms andhedges.Stepontothelawnarea,dedicated outdoordiningspaces,sunloungesandbenchseating aroundtallswayingpalms.Itlooksidyllic,butthereisso

muchmoretothe180-degreesurrounds.Adjoiningthe lawnistheiridescentwhite-sandandturquoise waterofNoosaRiverforeshore.Itstretchesfrom theneighbouringparktothenortherlyborderofthe CulgoaPointBeachResort.

Auction Saturday20May12pm

View Saturday 11.00-11.30

A 2 B 2 C 1 D

Agent LaurenChen 0412672375

lauren@offermann.com.au

Agent LukeChen 0417600840

luke@offermann.com.au

1/6ANGLERSTREET, NOOSAHEADS

Doyoufancynor-westerly filteredviewsthroughthe lushgreenery,andbeyondtotheHinterland’sMt Tinbeerwahfromanexpansiveundercoverterrace, whichlooksoveraglimmeringturquoisepoolanda flagstone-pavedsunterrace?Also,wouldyouliketo investinlivingwithinwalkingdistancetoNoosaMain BeachaswellasthecosmopolitanheartofNoosa Heads?Hereisacrackingopportunitytoquenchthat

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Auction Saturday27May1pm

View Saturday 10.00-10.30

Agent LaurenChen 0412672375 lauren@offermann.com.au

Agent LukeChen 0417600840 luke@offermann.com.au

A 3 B 2 C 2 D

20/221 - 227GYMPIETERRACE, NOOSAVILLE

Livingthegoodlifedoesn’tgetmuchbetterthana penthouse,setsublimelyinthedresscircleposition onGympieTerrace,withpelican’s-eyeviewsoveran abundanceofnaturefromthejettydottedNoosaRiver tomeanderingpathwaysandparkland,takingcentre stage.Stepinside.Beimmediatelyentrancedbythe designaesthetic,brightnaturallightinvitingitselfin viabanksofglasssliders,beforespillinginadappled

kindofwayoverpasteltilesintheexpansivelivingand diningspaces,makingaharmoniousconnectionto outdoorsandtwoprivateterraces.Whatahappyplace formorningcoffee,sunworshippers,alsosundowners whilstdrinkinginthosemagicalviewswhilstlisteningto achorusfromrainbowlorikeets.

Auction Saturday27May3pm

View Saturday 1.00-1.30

Agent ElizaCoppin 0423726639 eliza@offermann.com.au

A 2 B 2 C 1 D

135COOROYMOUNTAINROAD, COOROYMOUNTAIN

Admirethecountry-styleavenueandalongtheway sandstoneentrypostswithonebearingthename Carinya.Noticehowthegatesslideawayintooblivion revealingasweepinggranddrivewaywreathed withnature’sverdantbest,beforearrivingatthe porte-cochere.Poisedsublimelyonanidyllicknoll, Queenslander-inspired,78acreCarinyaEstatesoaks upendlessblueskiesandexudesundeniableluxury,

indisputableprivacyandbreathtakingincomparable everythingelseincludingthemajesticnaturalassetof MountCooroy.

Openthemassivecustomglasspivotdoor,checkout thespectacularpolishedcement flooringbeforeeyes are fixedforwardtothesuper-sizedtravertinetiled terrace,andluminescentpool,notjustcommensurate insize,butlooksasifithasbeeninplaceforever.

A 7 B 5 C 5 D

Price Guide$6.75M

Agent CameronUrquhart 0411757570

cameron@offermann.com.au

16SANDAlwOODClOSe, MARCUSBEACH

Happinessisbeingtakenbysurprise.Itisnotjustbeinginthemuchsought-after utopiaofMarcusBeach, fiveminutestotheglisteningwhitesand,inaculdesac withabackdropoftheNoosaNationalParkandlushstreetscapesbutbeinginawe ofanexoticfrontgardenreminiscentofapieceofMexico.

Lookatthehighceilings,andhownaturallightdrenchestheexpansivesunken loungethankstodoorsopeningtotheterrace.Thededicateddiningspacewitha walloftimbersashwindowsalsolooksouttotheterracewhichcontinuestowrap theeasternsideincludingtheover-generousleisurespace.Alfrescoatthehigh-top barcommunewithnativebirdlifeandbetotallyenamouredwiththeextentofthe landandhowthepaperbarksareadornedwithelkhorns.

Auction

Saturday6May10am

View Saturday 9.30am

87 - 89POINCIANAAVE, TEWANTIN

Agent TracyRussell 0413319879

tracy@offermann.com.au

Seizethemoment.WhenalandmarkcornersiteadjacenttotheTewantinbusiness, retailandcommunityhearthastwoQueenslander-styleliveablehousesalsooffices ofaformerpolicestation,builtonthe.24-hectaresite,itrepresentsanimmense andrareopportunityforbuilders,speculatorsdevelopersandentrepreneurs.

Locatedonthecorneralsoneartheroundaboutarenorth-facing87-89Poinciana AvenueTewantinandeast-facing10SidoniStreetTewantin.Thecombinedlandarea is2385m2andthezoningisCommunityFacilities.

ExpressionsofInterest

Closes12May4pm

Price Expressionsof Interest

View Saturday 11.00-11.30

Agent TimMcSweeney 0411122331

tim@offermann.com.au

ON THE COVER

STUPENDOUS AWARD WINNING ‘JEWEL’

ADMIRE the hillside sculpted by nature’s best verdant offerings. Revel in the circular driveway wreathed by hedges, Poinciana centrepiece and the majestic Magari derived from the Italian words “I wish”, the recipient of the National Design Excellence Award in Australia’s prestigious BDAA Awards.

Open the massive custom glass doors to an undisputedly stupendous sparkling jewel, ostensibly perched on an escarpment. Look ahead. In the foreground is a 24-metre horizon pool, a little further a golf course and from any part of the deck which stretches the width of the residence, easy to be besotted by explosive 180-degree eagles’ eye views from the Noosa National Park Headland, and across the Coral Sea along the eastern seaboard, from Sunshine Beach to Coolum and Point Arkwright.

With a nod to Palm Springs’ Mid Century Modern design and fashioned throughout with clever design responses note endless prodigious high and mighty walls of glass, topped with almost gravity-defying spatial flat roofs, clerestory ceilings, endless pastel grey stone flooring, and disappearing doors which quietly connect indoors to out, all adding an undeniable sense of pure indulgence.

Talented designer Gerard Smith’s creative albeit dramatic stamp is evident everywhere. Extraordinary open plan living, leisure and dining spaces have dramatic bespoke black timber cabinetry with integrated Smart TVs, an elegant bioethanol suspended fireplace and alfresco a formed concrete dining table.

Complementing the custom aesthetic is the galley-style kitchen with Corian-topped black timber cabinetry, island bench, bar, servery, butler’s pantry, multiple high-end appliances and every accoutrement desired by a fussy celebrity chef.

When it comes to slumber zones look for the ‘secret’ door into the pastel-toned king master suite retreat with wispy grey sheers, open bathroom, and fashionistastyle dressing room. What a joy waking up to birdsong, stepping out to the terrace and pool, and enjoying those exquisite views.

In the north-wing, the lockable masterstyle suite has custom robes along the hallway, ensuite, terrace access and views over the lawn and playground. Two bedrooms with built-in robes share a bathroom with stone-topped cabinetry, oval freestanding bathtub and walk-in shower.

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Address: 357 Duke Road, DOONAN

Further along the hallway is an office with custom cabinetry, powder room, also a laundry room with access to a drying court.

“Adding pizzazz and peaking the interest of motoring enthusiasts and collectors is the capacity for garaging 14 cars,” enthuses Tom Offermann agent Nic Hunter who has slated the property for auction on Saturday 20 May 2023.

“The sensitively crafted estate blends perfectly into the natural terrain, yet it is a place in which, somewhere between the sea spray of Noosa Main Beach12-minutes away, and the almost lost-world tradition of a safe, secure unrivalled lifestyle, it is possible to lose yourself completely.”

Facts & Features:

· Land Area: 1.12ha/ 11207m2

· House Area: 1428m2

· Pool: 3.5m x 24m horizon w lap & shallow lanes; alfresco deck w formed cement dining table & firepit

· Design Award/Credits: 2018 – BDAA

National Design Awards: National Design Excellence Award, New Residential Buildings over 450m2 & under $2000m2/ Panorama House/ Designer Gerard Smith & Builder Dean McEwan

· About MAGARI: pale grey stone flooring indoors & out; bespoke dble height glass doors; living/leisure/dining spaces -window/ceilings heights - dining 5.8m; living areas 4.6m; remote controlled window treatments; 2 w bespoke black timber console + cabinetry w integrated smart TV; Zen Elegante bio-ethanol suspended fireplace;4-carpeted bedrooms - entry ‘secret’ door into pastel-toned king master suite retreat w 4.6m ceiling height; grey sheers, access terrace & pool, open ensuite w Corian-topped timber cabinetry, fashionista-style walk-in robe w dressing table; north-wing lockable master-style suite w custom built-in robe along hallway, sheers; terrace access + look over lawn/playground + ensuite; 2 bedrooms w custom built-in robes & bathroom w stone-topped cabinetry & oval freestanding bathtub & walk-in shower; office w custom cabinetry, powder room + laundry room w Beko washer & dryer + access to drying court; aircon/fans/latest security;3-car garaging street level + basement garaging for 11

· Kitchen/Bar/Servery/Butlers Pantry: galley-style w custom Corian-topped black timber cabinetry incl 6m island bench & pantry; linear pendant lights; Bosch induction cooktop, 3 wall ovens &

Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 14 garage, pool

Inspect: Saturday, 11am - 11.30am

Auction: Saturday 20 May, at 1pm

Contact: Nic Hunter 0421 785 512, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

integrated dishwasher; Liebherr dble integrated fridge/freezer; adjacent L-shaped bar/servery w mirror splashback; butler’s pantry as previous cabinetry + 2 x Vintec wine fridges, Bosch dishwasher, LG fridge + tech store

· Inventory: negotiable

· External: circular driveway; poinsettia side access w boat/caravan store;

hedged side lawn/playground; rock gardens; 15kW solar system; 200,000l rainwater tanks

· Location: 15 mins to Noosa Main Beach, cafe central on Gympie Terrace, beside the Noosa River; 1 hour 45 mins to Brisbane International Airport; 30 mins to Sunshine Coast Airport w connections to capital cities ●

HOME FOCUS

COOL CALMING WATERFRONT TOWNHOUSE

DESIRABILITY levels reach a new high when a relaxed, laidback and chic hideaway is in a boutique complex of three and positioned at the end of a Noosa Sound waterway with a tidal beach, pontoon jetty as well as a poolside terrace.

If that is not enough how about reeling in tailor while watching kids build sandcastles, paddling around the clear turquoise waters and appreciating the serenity of sunrise with a verdant reserve as a backdrop.

Stroll to nearby nationally known restaurants in Quamby Place, take a short boat ride to Hastings Street or cycle to the Noosa National Park and its world-famous surfing reserve.

Open the front door, be greeted by cool breezes, contemporary open plan living and dining spaces with a sink-into seablue modular sofa, also complementary dining table and chairs. Bright natural light bounces across the pastel sandy floor tiles, seamlessly connecting to the partially covered east-north-facing poolside terrace with high top table and chairs suggesting sundowners, barbeques or maybe a cool drink, whilst watching the kids splash around in the blue mosaic-tiled pool.

The kitchen with a semi-island bench/ breakfast bar has plenty of storage including two pantries plus all the whizzbang appliances and necessities for casual meals or a dinner party.

The grey-carpeted stairs with stainless steel balustrading lead to two bedrooms

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with built-in robes. The king bedroom has a television and a balcony looking over a broader part of the luminous waterway; the queen-size bedroom has the advantage of also having a single bed plus there is a small balcony; and the bathroom/laundry with white tiled mocha cabinetry has a bath and shower plus washing machine and a dryer. There is a powder room downstairs.

“For investors, the unretiring or downsizers the location and lifestyle offered with this townhouse is second-tonone,” explains Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Eric Seetoo,” especially when you

consider the privacy and its closeness to the best of everything Noosa Heads including Hastings Street with myriad boutiques, cafes, galleries and north-facing Noosa Main Beach, where safe swimming and surfing are year-round.

“The amenable climate and a town brimful with natural assets, turns holidaymakers and astute investors into property buyers and it is not going to stop. Many of these buyers will not compromise on having an exclusive Noosa Heads’ address, with the hottest area being Noosa Sound.”

Facts & Features:

· Townhouse Area: 133m2 incl 3.6m x 5.4m partial undercover poolside terrace

· About: living/dining w sandy-hued floor tiles, sea blue modular lounge, timberlook dining table w 6 white chairs; seaside-themed artworks; Smart TV; outdoors bar-style table w 6 high chairs & Weber BBQ; aircon/fans; block out roller blinds; C-shaped white 2-pac kitchen w semi-island bench/breakfast bar & stools & plenty of storage incl 2 pantries + Domani oven, Ariston cooktop, Fisher & Paykel dish drawer & LG fridge; carpeted stairs w marine-grade stainless steel balustrading; upstairs 2 carpeted bedrooms w built-in robes; king w TV & balcony overlooking waterway; queen + single w balcony; bathroom/laundry w white tiled mocha cabinetry, bath, shower, Simpson washer & dryer + sink; powder room downstairs

· Inventory: fully inclusive to cater for highend holiday market

· About Jalynca: boutique complex w 3 townhouses; 20m waterfront w tidal beach end of small cul de sac; pool 7.7m x 4.4m + 12m x 4.5 jetty/pontoon, both residents/guests use only

· Location: across from Quamby Place restaurants, shops, Noosa Ferry stop & park; walk to Hastings Street, Noosa’s Main Beach & Gympie Terrace; cycle to the Noosa National Park and world-famous surfing reserve ●

Making a positive impact that matters to our clients is our driving force. As one of our clients, we put you first and genuinely care about your future. We ensure you are empowered by the knowledge and expertise we bring to the table - we aim to always look at the bigger picture.

LUXURIOUS VILLA IN THE HEART OF NOOSA

STUNNING Laguna Bay views from this superb lifestyle Villa suited to only the most discerning buyer. Villa 2115 Peppers immerses you in 3 spacious levels of beach themed opulence and boasts a master suite as big as many 1 bedroom apartments. Villa 2115 has everything you could wish for and is only a three minute stroll to Noosa Main Beach, and cosmopolitan Hastings Street.

Over 380m2 of modern beach side living that feels like something out of a Hollywood movie. North facing for that elusive winter warmth and sunshine, light floods through the large windows and sliding doors. Banks of louvre windows open from every direction to capture the sea breezes, and almost floor to ceiling glass doors slide and push back to disappear, to open views across the top of Noosa and out to Laguna Bay.

The master suite occupies an entire floor and opens to a covered deck which serves as an expansive parents retreat with elevated views of Laguna Bay & beyond. The mid floor living has been redesigned to maximise space and the open plan living mixed with a relaxed ambience and high quality stylish renovations provides a remarkable and relaxing environment. The lower level has three bedrooms, two of which open to another expansive deck and an entertainment zone for younger family members. ●

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Address: 2115/5 Morwong Dr, NOOSA

LIMITED OPPORTUNITIES REMAIN

Tallow Residences offer private and protected bushland tranquility with all the lifestyle advantages of living in the heart of Noosa. Due to demand the final six luxury, home-size apartments are available for sale. This truly is a once-in-life-time opportunity to secure your piece of this very rare and unique corner of Noosa.

To find out more, visit www.tallowresidences.com.au or call 1300 10 10 50 for more information. Display apartment open by appointment.

BRAND NEW LUXURIOUS ABODE

IMMERSE yourself in a life of luxury and leisure just steps from Noosa River within the magnificent brand new Houses at “SEVEN” development. Masterfully designed by Paul Clout Design and brought to life by Clout Build, this impeccable property sets the standard in contemporary elegance and it could now be all yours.

House two is nestled at the rear of the duplex and consists of the primary residence offering three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms with lift access, connecting all the floors together. Plus a self-contained, ground-level studio apartment that could comfortably accommodate extended family or guests or offer the space for rent.

Flawless finishes and fixtures are on show throughout including in the lightfilled first floor with an open-plan kitchen, spacious dining and living room. Here, you can gather with loved ones in absolute style with French oak timber floors, oak veneer joinery and a wall of glass that opens to the covered entertainer’s terrace.

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A true chef’s haven, the gourmet kitchen is a show-stopper with an oversized centre island, Caesarstone benchtops, a suite of high-end appliances, a walk-in pantry and a bar area. Outside, you can host guests and sip afternoon cocktails while overlooking the sparkling in-ground pool, with a built-in barbeque, accessible by a striking circular staircase.

Your master is treated to a walk-in robe, access to an outdoor terrace and a luxe ensuite with a freestanding soaking tub and a double vanity. With two additional guest rooms and additional bathroom on this level.

Renowned restaurants, cafes, shops and entertainment along Gympie Terrace are only moments away or you can venture a little further to Hastings Street, worldclass beaches and the Noosa National Park.

With attention to detail throughout, located in a prized position and the Noosa lifestyle living right at your doorstep, don’t miss out on the opportunity to make this dream home yours. ●

Address: 2/7 William Street, NOOSAVILLE Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 garage Price: EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CLOSING 4TH MAY AT 5PM

Inspect: Please contact Taylor Clout or Mike Hay to arrange an appointment Contact: Taylor Clout 0419 676 554 or Mike Hay 0417 624 059, CENTURY 21 CONOLLY HAY GROUP

STUNNING AND SECLUDED SECRET ON STRAKER

ON offer is the ultimate in both life-style and function.

An impressively immaculate, Metriconbuilt home positioned in the serene Greenwood Grove Estate on the perfect 747 m² corner block. This elegant asnew home boasts four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and three separate living areas. Simply ready to move in, unpack and enjoy the luxuries the property has to offer.

Feel abundantly welcomed by the lavish front entry, seamlessly flowing into the carpeted for cosiness formal living space. The home is perfected with modern easycare finishings including stylishly practical tile floors throughout the dining, kitchen, hallways, and bathrooms in addition to carpet in the bedrooms and formal living area. Embrace living comfortably with air-conditioning plus ceiling fans in almost every room.

The home’s flawless floorplan presents seamless open-plan living creating the perfect opportunity for families to entertain, with what feels like an endless variety of spaces to dine and lounge. A dreamy kitchen complete with stone bench tops, a 5-burner gas stove, dishwasher, intergraded microwave, and fabulous L- shape island bench. Extending from the kitchen is the

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alfresco dining area perfectly overlooking the pool. Large Bi-fold screened glass doors allow entry from the indoor open plan living to the spacious private outdoor entertainer’s space.

The luxurious master suite is impeccably positioned furthest away from the home’s main living area allowing for total and complete privacy and tranquillity whilst entertaining. The master suite boasts premium features including double entry doors, a walk-in wardrobe, and an en-suite bathroom. The home additionally offers two bedrooms, a main bathroom (with a separate shower and bathtub), a media room that can be utilised as a fourth bedroom or office, and an open-plan family room.

Nestled behind a private fence accompanied by a garden oasis, a fabulous pool, and low-maintenance lawns is this beautiful home. Enjoy the practicality of a double electric door garage with remote entry and direct access into the house, tinted windows on both the West and East sides, a 5,000l rainwater tank servicing the gardens, toilets, and laundry, and separate gated side access providing optimal secure storage for a boat, caravan, or trailer.

Live lusciously in the quiet

Address: 13 Straker Drive, COOROY Description: 4

Contact: Alisa Wythes, alisa@hinternoosa.com.au 0415 111

neighbourhood of Straker Drive, Cooroy surrounded by quality homes and families in the premium Greenwood Grove Estate. Leave your car at home and enjoy the walkable distance to the Cooroy CBD with shops, restaurants, public transport, schools, sporting grounds, RSL, and Hotel. If you prefer a day at the beach, simply embark on a short 25-minute drive to Noosa’s famous Main Beach, restaurants, shops, and more! ●

BoreenPoint

Saturday6thMay

1.45-2.15pm17ToolaraStreet333$1,895,000Hinternoosa0415111370

CartersRidge

Saturday6thMay

12.30-1.15pm47HilaryRoad320OffersOver$1,500,000Hinternoosa0437346256

12.30-1.15pmLot2SkyringCreekRoad---OffersOver$900,000Hinternoosa0404344399

12.45-1.30pmLot2SkyringCreekRoad---OffersOver$900,000Hinternoosa0404344399

Cooran

Saturday6thMay

10.00-10.45am11BunderraWay126$1,150,000Hinternoosa0437346256

Cooroibah

Saturday6thMay

11.00-11.30am410LakeCooroibahRoad222ExpressionsofInterestLagunaRealEstate0411328488

Wednesday10thMay

11.00-11.30am410LakeCooroibahRoad222ExpressionsofInterestLagunaRealEstate0411328488

Cooroy

Saturday6thMay

9.00-9.30am8BartholomewCourt421OffersOver$1,095,000 Hinternoosa0415111370

9.00-9.30am19BartholomewCourt422OffersOver$1,295,000Hinternoosa0415111370

10.00-10.30am59OakStreet422ContactAgentHinternoosa0422923851

10.30-11.15am6PonderosaDrive215OffersOver$1,095,000 Hinternoosa0435405656

11.30-12.00pm9SwiftDrive320OffersOver$1,295,000Hinternoosa0415111370

12.30-1.00pm2OlivineLane322OffersOver$799,000Hinternoosa0415111370

1.00-1.45pm121HoltsRoad322PresentAllOffersHinternoosa0437346256

Doonan

Saturday6thMay

9.00-10.00am320-380SunriseRoad---OffersOver$2,200,000Hinternoosa0414667740

11.00-11.30am884EumundiNoosaRd522OffersOver$1,095,000Hinternoosa0409953311

11.00-11.30am357DukeRd4314AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0421785512

EerwahVale

Saturday6thMay

10.00-10.45am631EumundiKenilworthRd322$1,395,000Hinternoosa0422923851

Eumundi

Saturday6thMay

10.30-11.00am49BallRoad533OffersOver$1,595,000Hinternoosa0415111370

LakeMacDonald

Saturday6thMay

9.00-9.45am10KamalaDrive523OffersOver$1,395,000Hinternoosa0404344399

MarcusBeach

Saturday6thMay

9.30-10.00am16SandalwoodCl422AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0413319879

12.00-12.30pm24HawthornGr312$1,585,000TomOffermannRealEstate0413319879

NoosaHeads

Saturday6thMay

10.00-10.30am1/6AnglerSt322AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0417600840

10.45-11.15am15/8SerenityClose332BYNEGOTIATIONReed& Co.EstateAgents0409446955

11.00-11.30am734/61NoosaSpringsDr432$2,790,000TomOffermannRealEstate0418980247

11.00-11.30am21/5QuambyPl221AuctionTomOffermannReal Estate0417600840

11.15-12.00pm26WaranaStreet332AUCTIONReed&Co.Estate Agents0438695505

12.30-1.00pm2214/15LakeviewRise322BUYERSGUIDE$2,150,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

1.00-1.30pm511/6SedgelandDrive322BUYERSGUIDE$1,300,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

3.00-3.30pm13HabitatPlace423BYNEGOTIATIONReed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

Wednesday10thMay

10.30-11.00am26WaranaStreet332AUCTIONReed&Co.Estate Agents0438695505

2.00-2.30pm21/5QuambyPl221AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0417600840

2.00-2.30pm511/6SedgelandDrive322BUYERSGUIDE$1,300,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

3.00-3.30pm6/13-17ViewlandDrive221AUCTIONReed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

NoosaSprings

Saturday6thMay

11.00-11.30am734/61NoosaSpringsDr432$2,790,000TomOffermannRealEstate0418980247

Noosaville

Friday5thMay

12.00-12.30pm10/221GympieTerrace221O/O$1,300,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0407379893

Saturday6thMay

9.30-10.30am39/67GibsonRoad211AuctionLagunaRealEstate0411328488

10.00-10.30am2/22-24NannygaiStreet111O/O$620,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0434236110

11.00-11.30am13/187GympieTerrace2+1+1O/O$725,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0407379893

11.00-11.30am41DolphinCres532$5,500,000TomOffermann RealEstate0407708860

11.00-11.30am5/5SylviaStreet111$680,000LagunaRealEstate0434236110

11.00-11.30am5/2BarbadosCres211$1,200,000TomOffermannRealEstate0468922519

12.30-1.00pm14SilkwoodDrive422OFFERSOVER$900,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0433641158

1.00-1.30pm20/221-227GympieTce221AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0423726639

Tuesday9thMay

12.00-12.30pm10/221GympieTerrace221O/O$1,300,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0407379893

Wednesday10thMay

11.00-11.30am13/187GympieTerrace2+1+1O/O$725,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0407379893

1.00-1.30pm39/67GibsonRoad211AuctionLagunaRealEstate0411328488

Thursday11thMay

11.00-11.30am5/2BarbadosCres211$1,200,000TomOffermannRealEstate0468922519

12.00-12.30pm10/221GympieTerrace221O/O$1,300,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0407379893

NoosaWaters

Saturday6thMay

9.30-10.00am192ShorehavenDrive422AuctionLagunaRealEstate0407379893

10.00-10.30am17ShorehavenDrive423PRICEGUIDE$5,000,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0409446955

11.00-11.30am46ShorehavenDr422$2,150,000TomOffermannRealEstate0447263663

PeregianBeach

Saturday6thMay

11.00-11.30am11CurrawongCres522PriceGuide$2.095,000 TomOffermannRealEstate0413319879

1.00-1.30pm9TernSt321PriceGuide$2,600,000TomOffermannRealEstate0413319879

SunriseBeach

Saturday6thMay

10.00-10.30am5/12AdvancePl311$950,000TomOffermannRealEstate0407708860

10.00-10.45am2/24VenturaStreet221ContactAgentSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

10.00-10.45am10/9SeleneStreet321ContactAgentSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

12.00-12.30pm56NetherbyRs42-$1,950,000TomOffermannRealEstate0411122331

2.00-2.30pm24NewfieldStreet532AUCTIONReed&Co.Estate Agents0438695505

Wednesday10thMay

12.00-12.30pm24NewfieldStreet532AUCTIONReed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

SunshineBeach

Saturday6thMay

11.00-11.30am9OceaniaCres432AuctionTomOffermannReal Estate0437447804

11.00-11.45am1/21HendersonSt321ContactAgentSunshine BeachRealEstate0754472999

12.00-12.30pm2/7WeybaSt221$1,650,000TomOffermannRealEstate0437447804

12.00-12.45pm6/21HendersonStreet221ContactAgentSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

1.00-1.45pm2/16SolwayDrive321ContactAgentSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

Tewantin

Saturday6thMay

10.00-10.30am15GeorgeStreet422$1,395,000LagunaRealEstate0412043880

11.00-11.30am3NoosaBanksDrive424O/O$1,585,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0491185774

11.00-11.30am87-89PoincianaAve735ExpressionsofInterestTomOffermannRealEstate0411122331

12.00-12.30pm20/10BlakesleyStreet321AuctionLagunaRealEstate0407379893

12.00-12.30pm9FinneyCourt532+ContactAgentLagunaReal Estate0411328488

Wednesday10thMay

10.00-10.30am15GeorgeStreet422$1,395,000LagunaRealEstate0411328488

11.00-11.30am3NoosaBanksDrive424O/O$1,585,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0491185774

12.00-12.30pm9FinneyCourt532+ContactAgentLagunaReal Estate0411328488

12.00-12.30pm20/10BlakesleyStreet321AuctionLagunaRealEstate0407379893

Tinbeerwah

Saturday6thMay

10.00-10.30am12SmithsRoad422OFFERSOVER$1,695,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

Verrierdale

Saturday6thMay

10.30-11.00am65-67TallgumAvenue---OffersOver$599,000Hinternoosa0414667740

WeybaDowns

Saturday6thMay

1.00-1.30pm200EumarellaRoad424$1,650,000LagunaRealEstate0411328488

AuctionDiary

Doonan

Saturday20thMay

1.00-1.30pm357DukeRd4314AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0421785512

LakeMacDonald

Saturday6thMay

10.00-10.30am10PineTreeDriveWest422AuctionHinternoosa0415111370

Saturday20thMay

2.00-2.00pm10PineTreeDriveWest422AuctionHinternoosa 0415111370

MarcusBeach

Saturday6thMay

10.00-10.30am16SandalwoodCl422AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0413319879

NoosaHeads

Saturday13thMay

10.00-10.30am11LittleCoveRd---AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0417600840

Saturday20thMay

12.00-12.30pm21/5QuambyPl221AuctionTomOffermannReal Estate0417600840

Saturday27thMay

1.00-1.30pm1/6AnglerSt322AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0417600840

SunriseBeach Saturday13thMay 12.00-12.30pm24NewfieldStreet532AUCTIONReed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

SunshineBeach

NOOSA WATERS OPPORTUNITY

TIGHTLY held for 20 years, a grand home in a prime Noosa Waters location.

Walk to the delights of the Gympie Terrace restaurant precinct.

Dynamic farmers markets and Noosa River an easy flat stroll.

Of generous proportions, and offering raked ceilings throughout.

Huge living spaces and bedrooms, an abundance of storage.

Main bedroom is privately located on the upper level and features a large ensuite bathroom.

The remaining bedrooms on the lower level are convenient to the family bathroom.

The huge kitchen overlooks the light filled living areas which lead to privately located pool on the rear terrace.

Plenty of room to stow your van or boat off street adjacent to the double lock-up garage.

Close to quality schools, shopping, bikeways, with Noosa Junction and Hastings Street 5 minute drive.

There is a distinct shortage of homes available in the desirable Noosa Waters enclave.

Buy now and reap the rewards. ●

PRIME NOOSA LAND

TINBEERWAH, Noosa’s stunning hinterland, the best of both worlds.

A beautiful parcel of land so close to the Noosa Heads and yet so private and peaceful. Only 10 minutes to the Noosa River and the excitement of the Gympie Terrace restaurant and boutique precinct

World famous Noosa main beach an easy 15 minutes drive. Take your morning swim then escape to your private getaway.

Excellent shopping and quality schools are within a 10 minutes drive

A pretty parcel of land just under 2 acres on an elevated ridge. Sloping contour to the northern boundary, offers plenty of room to play.

Lovely coastal views from the mainly cleared block are achieved from the elevated building pad, your blank canvas awaits for you to create your own private sanctuary. Architect concept plans are included. There are not many parcels of land left in the Noosa Shire.

Put yourself in a position to create and enjoy. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS

Address: 15 Smiths Road, TINBEERWAH Price: Offers Over $1,150,000

Considered Inspect: By appointment

Contact: Melanie Butcher 0434 236 110 and Chris Forde 0411 328 488, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

• Waterfrontlivinginfabulous“TheEntranceNoosaWaters”

• Livingareaonlowerlevelleadstoaprivatecourtyard

• Kitchenfeaturesstonebenchtopsandmodernappliances

• Kitchen&dining flowtospaciousdeckoverlookingthewater

• Complexboastslushgardens,pools,jettiesandvisitorparking

• ShortwalktoGympieTerraceandNoosaRiverforeshore

• 10minutedrivetoHastingsStreetandNoosaMainBeach ChrisForde 0411328488

2 A 1 B 1 C

• 2bed,1bathunitlocatedontheGoldenMileofNoosaville

• StepstotheNoosaRiver,awayfromnoisebutclosetoaction

• Positionedinaquietcul-de-sac,small&privatecomplexofsix

• Frontandrearcourtyardswithpotentialtoexpand

• StrollGympieterrace,enjoythemyriadofcafes&restaurants

• Groundlevelunit,lowbodycorpfeeswithpetsonapproval

• Createapropertyinyourownstyleforverylittlecost&enjoy Noosa`slifestyle!

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• StunningNoosaRiverviewshugesunnynorthfacingterrace

• Beautifullypresentedwithstylishfurnishingsincluded

• Largebedroomsattherearfortranquilnightssleep

• Hugekitchenoverlooksthelivingareasandacrosstotheriver

• Walktoanabundanceofexcitingeateries,cafesandbars

• Lovelysandyriver,beaches,idealforchildren/wateractivities

• Expertonsitemanagementinplaceforpeaceofmind

• Thisisastandoutapartmentintheheartofdynamic Noosaville

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3 A 2 B 1 C

• Delightfulapartmentisinabeautifulwaterfrontcomplex

• Housesized,overoneeasylevel,generoussizedrooms

• Featuringrakedceilingsintheopenplanlivingandkitchen

• Stonebenchtopsandquality fixturesand fittingsthroughout

• Privatelylocatedwithinthisboutiquegatedcomplex

• Gardens,poolandthewaterfronteasilyaccessible

• Alift isoperativefromundercovercarparkingandstorage

• 100metrestoTewantinCBDandtheNoosaMarina

• Thisistheperfectdownsizer,lockandleaveorinvestment

www.lagunarealestate.com.au

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4 A 2 B 2 C

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• Caesarstonebenchtops,Boschappliancesandbutler’spantry

• Highceilingsthroughout,qualitystone tilesandsoft carpets

• Plantationshutters,ceilingfans,aircon,officealcove

• Stunningpoolwithwaterfall,entertainingarea,outdoorbar

• Doublegarage,privatecourtyard,securityandsolarsystems

• ClosetoSirThomasRileypark,walkwaysandareserve

ForSaLe $1,395,000

ChrisForde

0411328488