Noosa Today - 14th July 2023

Concours comes to Noosa

Guests are flying in from around the globe and cars are arriving from national and international private collections as Hastings Street prepares for its inaugural Noosa Concours d’Elegance this weekend.

A new signature event - Noosa Concours D’Elegance - will deliver a display of exceptional automobiles to Noosa’s famed Hastings Street, combine the exhibition with an array of music and events to celebrate all the street has to offer.

Modelled along similar lines to the Pebble Beach Concours D’Elegance, which has been running for more than 70 years in California, Noosa’s event will host California’s chairperson Sandra Button who will officiate.

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Stink over hotel

By Margie Maccoll

The potential odour emanating from a Unitywater sewerage treatment plant and possible costs of their control were raised as major concerns impacting a proposed five-star hotel development to be located only 200m from the plant.

Noosa Council discussion on the development application for a five-star boutique hotel at Noosa Springs was halted at Tuesday’s Planning and Environment Meeting after three separate deputations were delivered on the proposal.

The application, an initiative of GH Australia, the Australian arm of Hong Kong property and development firm, Golden Horse Group and owner of Noosa Springs Golf and Spa Resort, proposes the construction of a $50 million

106-room hotel spanning five two and three stored buildings and featuring a two-level lagoon style swimming pool.

Deputations were put forward by architect John Cochrane opposing the development, Unitywater’s Rhett Duncan who warned of the odour impact from the nearby sewerage treatment plant (STP) and urged council not to approve the development application and the developers representative Ellen Guan.

Rhett Duncan of Unitywater, the water and wastewater service provider for the Noosa region, told the meeting, “we do not support this development in its proposed location. It is too close to the existing Noosa sewerage treatment plant,” he said.

Mr Duncan said sewerage treatment had been carried out at the plant since the mid1970s, the plant upgraded in 1997, and opera-

tions transferred to Unitywater in 2010, under Department of Environment and Science (DES) approval.

Mr Duncan said the original Noosa Springs development was shielded from STP odours by a 400m odour buffer that included geographical ridges.

“When the Noosa Springs development was proposed Council made a conscious plan to shift the plan a further 300m to the south away from the sewerage plant’s sensitive receptors,” he said. “The 1997 STP was designed with consideration to this 400m buffer to the then proposed Noosa Springs development.”

“This (hotel) development is 200m from the STP. It encroaches up the ridge line.

“Approving this development is not only in conflict with council’s own earlier decisions to minimise potential impact of the STP on nearby

land uses but in conflict with the intent of state planning policy.”

Mr Duncan said there had been few complaints about odour and Unitywater had operated its plant to minimise odour but there were limits to what they could do, particularly if there were unintended or unavoidable odour release events such as a sewerage network asset breakdown, significant rainfall or heatwaves.

Mr Duncan said Unitywater noted the developer’s intention and Council conditions to manage the odour internally through measures including an odour complaint management plan, the maintaining of an odour complaints record, notifying guests of potential odours, full air-conditioning and restricting the times of outside use of facilities.

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Hastings Street’s Alesha Gooderham, car contributor Sharon Dawson, Tom Offermann of Tom Offermann Real Estate and Sofitel general manager Mark Wilkinson put a shine on a 1955 XK140 Jaguar in readiness for the Concours D’Elegance.

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Tickets up for grabs

Noosa Today readers have the chance to win four tickets to two Noosa Alive! Festival events in July.

· Seaside Vibes Music Festival Day 2 headlining Bobby Alu on 22 July. Winners announced Friday 21 July.

· Alive In The Woods Day 2, headlining Vika and Linda on 30 July. Winners announced Friday 28 July.

To enter, simply visit noosatoday.com.au/ competitions/

For more information on the events, visit noosaalive.com.au

Who doesn’t want a rail line from the Sunshine Coast to Brisbane? It may never make it to Noosa but even if it ran from Maroochydore it would be an advantage, especially for all those people who commutetowork.Thisweekthestategovernment announced they would spend $14 million on a business plan for the train track. In 2018 the Federal government committed $20 million for a business plan for a fast rail from Brisbane to the Sunshine Coast.What happened to that?

The pressure is on to improve public transport before the Olympics arrive in Brisbane in 2032.

The time draws ever nearer while so many residents and tourists make the journey to and from the capital on that stretch of the Bruce Highway that has remained largely two-lane each way with large sections under construction for decades reducing speed to 80km/h.

On a lighter note two major festivals will be happening in Noosa this month. The inaugural Concours D’Elegance will takeoverHastingsStreetthisweekend.As it wraps up Noosa Alive will follow, bringing 10 days of entertainment, food, culture and discussion with it. Get ready to enjoy.

- Margaret Maccoll

Win a ticket to Plates of Goodness launch

Local chef Peter Kuruvita and local author Jonette Wilton are launching a Sri Lankan cookbook, Plates of Goodness, at Alba by Kuruvita, Noosa Springs, on Thursday 13 July at 12.30pm.

The launch of cookbook will be celebrated with a delicious spread of traditional vegetarian Sri Lankan curries, helping raise funds for impoverished villages in Sri Lanka.

Noosa Today readers have the chance to win a ticket to the launch event and a copy

of the cookbook.

The value of the book is RRP $80, and the value of the lunch at Alba on 13 July is $89.

Competition closes on Sunday 9 July and winner’s prize can be collected from the Noosa Today office in Noosaville.

To enter the competition, simply visit noosatoday.com.au/competitions/

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Noosa Today readers have the chance to win a ticket to the Plates of Goodness launch event and a copy of the cookbook.

Seaside Vibes Music Festival.

Vika and Linda.

Belief in ‘power of one’

By Phil Jarratt

It’s funny how the weather can seemingly respond to human situations.

Just last month a black cloud rolled across Laguna Bay and engulfed us in fog as we gathered to walk the beach in solemn remembrance of John Kerr, brutally murdered a week before.

Last week a similar fog rolled along the eastern beaches at dawn as rain threatened, but right on cue nature reversed itself, and shards of sunlight lit up a small crowd which had gathered at Peregian Beach to send 82-yearold Margaret Landbeck on her brave mission for social justice.

A diminutive figure clad in black trackie pants and trainers, with “Yes” badges pinned to her shirt, Margaret was almost hidden from view by her circle of supporters, until handed a microphone so that she could explain the purpose of her four-day 82-kilometre walk along the Sunshine Coastal Pathway (a kilometre for ever year of her rich life so far). The crowd parted as she spoke.

“I’d like to acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which I shall be walking and am privileged to be doing so, knowing that it has been tended for many thousands of years by the Kabi Kabi people. It’s a wonderful coastline when you consider it in the light of its history and culture, as well as the beauty of the spots we’ll walk through. I feel privileged to be making this small statement because I’ve always believed in the power of one, which is magnified today by the power of all of you who will go out and talk to people about the need for the yes vote.”

Among those who had gathered at Peregian to send Margaret on her way were Aboriginal leader and Noosa resident Noel Pearson, a director of Australians for Indigenous Constitutional Recognition, the organisation behind the Yes23 campaign, and Noosa deputy mayor and Voice supporter Frank Wilkie. Mr Pearson said: “The people of the Sunshine Coast live in the shadow of the ancient Aboriginal past, and the Kabi Kabi are still alive and well. Australians need to understand that all of this predates European colonisation, and if we acknowledge and recognise our Indigenous heritage we have a richer and bigger understanding of Australia. So I’m very pleased to join Margaret in starting her walk this morning and I’m sure I’ll keep up with her.”

Thanking Margaret for creating the opportunity to walk together towards reconciliation, CrWilkie said: “First Nations people have been walking this country for 60,000 years and this referendum is an invitation for us to walk forward together. It’s a wonderful offer, in fact it’s a gift, and many of us are going to embrace it with both arms and take it to our hearts.”

Filmmaker and musician Michael Butler filled the beachside park with the haunting sounds of the didgeridoo, and we were off, Margaret in the lead with Noel Pearson, in full sunlight now.

Margaret Landbeck grew up in a traditional establishment family in England, and later took up a nursing career, but soon after her marriage she and her husband accepted a

university posting to Lesotho, a small African kingdom completely landlocked by the republic of South Africa, then under the strictures of the apartheid regime. They were to stay in Lesotho for six years. Says Margaret: “We went with one son and came back with four.”

When I joined Margaret again on day three of her walk, she said she was a little sore of leg and a bit tired, but I struggled to keep up as we walked the Bokarina Beach parkland. I asked her if her exposure to apartheid had awakened her strong sense of social justice. She answered thoughtfully: “When we went to Lesotho all those years ago and saw apartheid in practice I’d never been confronted by anything like that. From where we lived we had to go into South Africa for some of our major supplies, and going into those towns with their lovely parks, we were struck by benches that had whites only signs on them, and the buses were the same until an old rundown one would come along that was for blacks only. It was all very shocking and I became aware for the very first time the plight of marginalised people. Those experiences certainly set me off on a pathway of social justice and in Australia I’ve been aware of our own Indigenous issues for many years, so when I heard about the referendum coming up I thought, well this

is a no-brainer.”

The octogenarian resident of IRT Parklands Meridan Plains retirement community has not opted for a quiet life in her senior years. She is active in many social justice and community groups including refugee support through the Buddies network, and in publicising many social justice issues. She starts most days with a 10-kilometre brisk walk, so when she heard about former Liberal parliamentarian and ultra-marathoner Pat Farmer’s round-Australia run for the Voice, an idea for her “no-brainer” started to form. The fact that Farmer had come from the side of politics that is officially against the Voice to Parliament was further inspiration.

Speaking at the finish line near Caloundra, her close friend retired accountant John Everall said: “Margaret suddenly announced she was going to walk from Peregian Beach to Bells Creek. I couldn’t believe it but I said, alright, I’ll help you. And it’s turned into the biggest exercise we could have imagined, months of training and planning. For Margaret it’s been a dual accomplishment – first to walk a kilometre for every year of her life, and second to promote a conversation in the community about the Voice. I wasn’t particularly passionate about the cause, but with a background in

tax and law, I was very interested in the constitutional side of it. I’ve worked in Aboriginal communities in my professional capacity and, in the end, I believe where we are going with this will be helpful to all, but it will take some time to work its way through the systems. I started out in this exercise simply supporting my friend, and by the end of it I’m feeling very comfortable about saying, vote yes in 2023. It’s the right thing to do.”

So the little old lady had won over the hard-working organiser to the cause. There’s a good start. The power of one.

But striding towards the finish, a glass of bubbly in hand and son Anthony at her side, Margaret was quick to point out that her efforts had already spread through the community, with television news coverage and interested people engaging with her at every pitstop. She said: “My motivation was to make a statement about the Voice and hopefully engage people in conversation and help them see another side of the story. That’s my hope from this walk. Just to start the conversation.”

Noel Pearson, at the finish to congratulate Margaret, commented: “I’m so inspired by Margaret. There’s a lot of cut-through in her advocacy as she speaks to people and explains the case for the yes vote. In fact she’s teaching me things about communicating.”

MargaretLandbeckatthestartline.

Picture:ROBMACCOLLPeregianstartingceremony,organiserJohn Everallfarright.

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WithfellowwalkerNoelPearson.

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Bubblyinhand,sonAnthonyatherside,Margaretatthefinishline.NoelPearsonstridesitoutinsupport.

Teddy aims for NY catwalks

By Margie Maccoll

NewYork is calling for 20-year-old Noosa fashion designer Teddy McRitchie who has acquired a spot for his designs to be shown on the Times Square Runway during New York Fashion Week but time is running out to book his flights and he is asking the community for some financial help to get there.

Teddy received a grant from Noosa Council through the Regional Arts Development Fund to have his designs shown in NewYork Fashion Week in September.

Working with Mind Your Fashion, a notfor-profit organisation that promotes mental health in fashion and is an Australian partner of Times Square Fashion Week, Teddy has has secured a place on the Times Square Runway.

The experience will enableTeddy to present his collection in Times Square where they can be seen by fashion insiders, buyers, retailers, press, celebrities and models. It will also allow him to attend other fashion shows and see the latest collections come down the runway.

Teddy aims to take to New York about eight items from his collection titled ‘Kaleidoscope’ which was released last year at Brisbane Fashion Festival and is made from recycled bike tubes and heat-distorted organza.

“I released my collection in King George Square (in Brisbane) and got lots of exposure and press, but New York is a big step,” he said.

“It’s an amazing opportunity.”

Items from Teddy’s collection have also graced the catwalk in Noosa when it was on show at last year’s Noosa Biosphere Gala.

Teddy began his designing career by creating wearable art while a high school student, entering them into the wearable art section at the Body Art Festival in Cooroy.

There his designs captured the attention of representatives of the Australian Wearable Art

Festival and in 2019 his design at the national festival won the best student award.

Covid put a stop to festivals for two years but on its return Teddy again entered the Australian Wearable Art Festival receiving an award for Best Headpiece for his Queen Bee entry, that was inspired by bees – the decline

of the bee population and the importance of bees to the whole world.

Teddy is working hard to raise about $35004000 for his US trip but needs to be in NewYork in the second week of September and time is running out, so he set up a gofundme page hoping the community will back him.

“I’m working in hospitality in Hastings Street. I’m doing lots of things to make my dream happen,” he said.

If you can help Teddy get to the New York Fashion Week donate at https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-get-teddy-to-new-york-fashion-week

State stumps up $14 million to bring rail link closer

The state government contributed an additional $14 million commitment to the Direct Sunshine Coast Rail Line business case, building on an existing $6 million in joint funding, aimed at finalising the business case currently underway and commence necessary environmental investigations.

The Direct Sunshine Coast Rail Line project promises to work in tandem with the Sunshine Coast Public Transport project to make travelling by public transport to, from and within the Sunshine Coast region more convenient, affordable and reliable.

To support this Big Transport Build, the Palaszczuk Government is calling on local residents and commuters to have a say in the planning for four key transport projects:The Direct Sunshine Coast Rail Line, Sunshine Motorway, Mooloolah River Interchange (MRI) Upgrade, Kawana Motorway planning and Sunshine Coast Public Transport project.

The community engagement approach aims to ensure the local community under-

stands the State Government’s overall plan and how these projects interconnect to provide big benefits to residents.

Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said the Sunshine Coast was one of the fastest growing regions in our state indicating the infrastructure needed to be built now and leading up to the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

“To get this right, we need to see a number of road, rail and transport projects working together to alleviate congestion and get Sunshine Coast locals home sooner,” he said.

“Transport and Main Roads is offering an opportunity for people to get involved, learn about the Big Transport Build and help make the future of the Sunshine Coast a good one.”

Caloundra MP Jason Hunt these four key transport projects would help to deliver a world class transport system for the Sunshine Coast, making it easier for local and visitors to get to, from and around the region.

“It’s important to see and understand how all of these projects will work together and I encourage everyone to have their say,” he said.

“What is important for our community is that there is a clear plan to address the road, rail and public transport needs of our region to enable our residents to move around more efficiently and effectively,” Sunshine Coast Mayor Mark Jamieson said.

“An integrated approach – which is reflected in the linkages between these four projects - shows how they complement each other, can operate seamlessly and can enhance the convenience and connectivity of the most heavily populated urban areas of the Sunshine Coast

“I strongly encourage all residents to take the opportunity to attend one of DTMR’s information sessions or use the online engagement tool to provide their views on these critical projects.”

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk

Teddy McRitchie with some of his Kaleidoscope collection destined for New York.

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Stink over hotel proposal

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He said responsibility of the odour could not be transferred.

“DES does not take this into account when investigating complaints. Odour complaints made to the regulator will be investigated and could result in action against Unitywater that may lead to prosecution and costly plant modifications,” he said.

In 2010 Unitywater installed odour control equipment at Murumba Downs, the cost was $38 million, he said.

He said any risks to Unitywater and its customers could be avoided if the development was not approved.

“We couldn’t help wondering, if the reverse situation occurred, would a new STP be approved 200m from a luxury resort,” he put to council.

Architect and Noosa Springs resident John Cochrane said he represented some of the 450 residents who made submissions against the proposal, 1500 residents who will be negatively affected by the proposal and the Noosa wide cohort who will potentially be affected by the likely need for upgrade of a nearby sewerage plant upgrade and consequent charges.

Mr Cochrane identified a range of core planning concerns of the proposal in addition to odour concerns including 65 per cent of the development’s floor space being built on land zoned Open Space / Recreation, the impacts on existing infrastructure from noise, traffic congestion and the exacerbation of an existing risk from bushfire, making evacuation more problematic.

He said the proposal was inconsistent with the outcomes of Noosa Plan 2020 as it does not meet community or recreation needs.

Mr Cochrane said the only rationale presented for setting aside the land zoning under the Noosa Plan 2020 was that there were no other sites available and the hotel function can not be located on the existing Tourist Accommodation zoning.

Mr Cochrane said the proposal failed to address potential conflict between permanent residential usage and short term holiday letting.

It has major noise sources including a two level resort pool, service areas and bus access and a function area large enough to accommodate 500 guests, he said.

There is no assessment of the impact of amplified music which will be used in the pool area. There will be significant noise generated by functions - particularly weddings and parties. The noise impacts will be felt by a broad range of existing users, he said.

“We believe that a smaller scale hotel can be built on the site,” he said. “This would be a true boutique offering of high economic value. The focus would be on low scale development with limited shared facilities - this will encourage use of the existing Noosa Springs Resort facilities.”

Mr Cochrane said such a model was widely used in the ecotourism market, appropriate to the Noosa Springs environment and the strategic objectives of the Noosa Plan.

GH respresentative Ellen Guan said their in-

tention was to create the best version of Noosa Springs. Community and wellness are the key words that define the development, she said.

Ms Guan spoke about the job and career opportunities the hotel would provide in the area, the developers focus on sustainability and their aim for the hotel to be a setting for connections between the local community and guests.

In response to the deputations Ms Guan said GH had been in discussions with Unitywater.

“Noosa Springs been operating for almost 25 years. Odour has never been an issue. The hotel will not worsen the risk to Unitywater,” she said.

“GH and council have used specialists consultants in this field and both support the development subject to conditions.

“The proposed hotel development will not put Unitywater in a worse position. The possibility of a perceived incident in the future is extremely low.”

In response to concerns the hotel will add traffic to the road in the event of an approaching bushfire she said their bushfire consultants emergency plan requires guests to remain onsite at an assembly point and guests would not use the external road.

Ms Guan said since 2016 at their first meeting with council GH had made many changes to the hotel design, respecting and valuing input from responders and the community.

Council officers recommended the development application be approved subject to conditions, providing the following reasons for their decision.

“The application seeks to develop a of 106

room 5-star hotel on land within the existing Noosa Springs development. The site is split zoned, with both the Tourist Accommodation Zone and the Recreation and Open Space Zone affecting the site. The split zoning at the time sought to recognise the need for a buffer distance (to mitigate potential odour impacts) associated with the nearby sewage treatment plant (STP). Supporting documentation has assessed the odour impacts of the STP to determine the appropriate building footprint and associated outdoor recreation areas. This material has been reviewed and supported by Council’s consulting odour expert with conditions recommended to address use of outdoor areas and ventilation of the building at its interface with the accepted odour limit.

“The proposed built form is consistent with the prevailing built form within Noosa Springs and compliments the golf clubhouse

and spa facilities which are located nearby. The building does exceed the height limit due to the topography of the site and the large footprint anticipated in buildings providing resort accommodation. Site cover does not exceed the combined amounts permitted for both the Tourist Accommodation Zone and the Recreation and Open Space Zone whilst the plot ratio complies with the requirements of the Tourist Accommodation Zone. The application has also demonstrated compliance with the carparking, bushfire, and water quality/quantity requirements of the Noosa Plan whilst variations to setbacks associated with the two-level car park and elevated tennis courts are supported.”

The development application was referred to Council’s General Meeting next Monday for consideration by all councillors.

Noosa Springs proposed hotel development with two level swimming pool.

Proposed development comprises 98 standard rooms, six premium suites and two presidential suites.

Proposed Noosa Springs Hotel to be built over six levels.

Kyrone Dodd looks up at 30 metres of landfill waste and fears for a future when this could well be a mountain more than twice as high, visible from as far away as our beaches.

Tom Wegener conjures up an ancient Hawaiian mountain of rock-walled food gardens cascading down to fish ponds where freshwater streams meet the sea, capable of feeding the entire pre-contact native population.

Noosa Council’s waste manager and the councillor and sustainable wood surfboards guru are visualising two extremes of a future dependent on how we act now to control waste. I don’t think Kyrone really believes that a skyscraper of rubbish will dominate the Noosa skyline in 10 or 20 years’ time, nor do I believe that Tom thinks that in our hinterland hills we could replicate all of a sophisticated land-management and food-production system that once allowed Hawaii’s isolated and densely populated pre-contact communities to be entirely self-sufficient. But dreams (and nightmares) are free, and when you’re dealing with complex community problems that require immediate solutions while many residents don’t even recognise that the problem exists, well, it’s good to have a vision.

And, as unlikely as it seems, there are elements of the ancient Hawaiian system that could be employed locally. Before the arrival of James Cook in 1777, the Hawaiian chiefs distributed land in long strips called “ahupua?a”, described as extending from “mauka” (mountains) to “makai” (ocean), with each ahupua’a having its narrow starting point high in the inland volcanic peaks, and then widening, like a slice of pie, to include a stretch of shore and fishing grounds up to a mile out to sea. Channels diverted stream water to circulate water

from pond to pond and prevent stagnation. The result: per-acre yields five times that of dry-land farming. There were thousands of these across the island chain, each with individual characteristics based on elevation and availability of direct sun, but overall, the enormous variety of crops up and down the ahupua?a provided a varied diet and served as a hedge against the failure of any one crop.

Says Tom Wegener: “I look at these huge mounds of what we used to call green waste, but should really be called green resources, and I think of all the hobby farmers out there who could use the double grind produced from it to make their land regenerative. I think back to ancient Hawaii where they had a system in which the top of the mountain was rainforest where you could down a tree or two for canoes and other necessities, mid-mountain was for animal life, and at the bottom was land for farming. Below that were fish farms in the waterways. It was a very interactive system and there are many parts of our shire where you could do that now to create market gardens of regenerated soil. And if it was done the right way you could also reduce the levels of silt going into the river. What I’m seeing is more or less an extension of the Keep It In Kin Kin campaign. To make it happen we need 20 clones of Noosa Landcare’s Phil Moran.”

Cr Wegener continues: “The waste survey came back with the overwhelming view of residents that they want to recycle green waste within Noosa, not have it buried in landfill. Our surveys also suggest that Noosa is actually pretty good at separating waste, and of course council has been sending out these messages for a long time now, thanks to Cr Joe Jurisevic’s commitment to the cause, and waste is one issue all councillors agree on. But the part that hasn’t sunk in is what we have to do to ensure that a large part of our waste can end up in people’s food gardens. That’s the messaging now, and it’s worked in other countries so it will work here.

“I think Cooroy Community Garden has already shown in a small way how green resources can be used with coffee grinds to create great compost with the right balance of microbes, and a biproduct of that in many instances is a reduction of silt in the river. That’s the big picture vision. A regenerative small farm culture using our mountains of green resources to create the best produce.”

Waste manager Kyrone Dodd tells Noosa Today: “It’s more than just a vision because we’ve actually done a lot towards building a circular economy. For the past two years we’ve been looking at local use of our mulch and that’s been taken up by local macadamia farmers who are seeing huge benefits from using it instead of petrochemical fertilizers, and they’re now taking huge amounts from us. We’ve moved around 10-12,000 tonnes this past financial year to one farmer in Cootharaba alone. We need the big guys to continue to use that much and the hobby farmers to take up the rest. And the cost comparison is extremely good too. Instead of paying $100 a tonne for fertilizer they’re paying $10 for our mulch. There’s a bit more work in spreading it. but the long-term benefits are great.”

Project officer Jo Ferris points to similar advances being made in polystyrene recycling: “It’s to the point where we’ve had to buy a bigger compaction machine to do it. The idea behind that is to create a higher quality recycled product, at which point we need businesses to complete the circle, and that’s happening too.”

Getting waste from the resource recovery centre into industry can be made easier through the use of online marketplaces like the Advisory System for Processing, Innovation and Resource Exchange (ASPIRE). Says waste education and sustainability manager Peita Otterbach: “The council has an annual membership with ASPIRE which means that they look at our waste production and put a value on it, then advertise it on their website portal

to find buyers. For example, the RACV resort had a huge amount of artificial turf which we were able to sell through ASPIRE and quantify the carbon emission savings of that transaction. There’s another local business with a huge number of timber trusses who are doing the same thing. Then you have the Heads of Noosa brewery who are big in this space too. Their malt waste goes to pig and cattle farmers for feed.”

Kyrone Dodd adds:“98 per cent of the waste concrete that comes in is now sold or we use it within our own construction teams. There is so much construction work and infrastructure building going on in Noosa that we have had to focus on recycling the materials we use, which we’re now doing to between 50 and 60 per cent.”

In the concluding part of Winning on Waste, PHIL JARRATT looks at the vision for the future, and how we are responding to the need to change old habits.

Kyrone Dodd and Tom Wegener.

So no one is sitting around dreaming about what might be. The council waste team is hands on and dedicated to achieving results, but there is a lot of work to be done so those hands are usually full. Says Kyrone:“Our goal is to eradicate food waste from our landfill.There are several different technologies you can use to do that, but in-vessel composting and anaerobic digestion are the primary ones. Council is conducting feasibility studies on building them in Noosa. A lot of this is also dependent on working with other councils for reasons of volume, as in our recent memorandum of understanding with Gympie Council. A lot of this will come out when we finish the Waste Strategy, but the issue is not so much affordability as feasibility. For example, while volume is important to the cost structure, one food waste facility for SEQ somewhere south of Brisbane doesn’t make sense for Noosa because of the costs and carbon emissions of moving it. At some point landfill becomes the most expensive option, and that’s when we start to see real results.”

That point is now, with the landfill levy increased substantially since 1 July, with impacts on both industry and residents, and the prospect of it continuing to ramp up in 10 per cent increments over the next five years. But when it comes to waste generally, there’s another elephant in the room besides the prospect of waste skyscrapers dominating the skyline. It’s called tourism.

Says Kyrone: “When you add 1.8 million tourists a year to the equation, people who come from all parts of the world and poten-

tially have no idea of how our waste system operates, where you put this or that, you have a whole other set of behaviour that is very difficult to change in the course of a two-week holiday. Reaching the tourists is a project in itself. You can’t blame them for it, but the reality is they buy a lot of takeaway food in one-use containers and don’t know how to dispose of it.”

Kyrone concludes: “One of the most disheartening things for me is looking at what we throw away on landfill, so much stuff that shouldn’t be there. That’s one of the major planks of the community feedback – taking greater personal responsibility. It has to be there if we’re going to have change.We can’t be throwing away shirts that we’ve worn twice, for example. Over a generation or two we’ve lost the art of repairing rather than replacing. We need to get it back.”“I think Cooroy Community Garden has already shown in a small way how green resources can be used with coffee grinds to create great compost with the right balance of microbes, and a biproduct of that in many instances is a reduction of silt in the river. That’s the big picture vision. A regenerative small farm culture using our mountains of green resources to create the best produce.”

Waste manager Kyrone Dodd tells Noosa

Today: “It’s more than just a vision because we’ve actually done a lot towards building a circular economy. For the past two years we’ve been looking at local use of our mulch and that’s been taken up by local macadamia farmers who are seeing huge benefits from using it instead of petrochemical fertilizers,

and they’re now taking huge amounts from us. We’ve moved around 10-12,000 tonnes this past financial year to one farmer in Cootharaba alone. We need the big guys to continue to use that much and the hobby farmers to take up the rest. And the cost comparison is extremely good too. Instead of paying $100 a tonne for fertilizer they’re paying $10 for our mulch. There’s a bit more work in spreading it. but the long-term benefits are great.”

Project officer Jo Ferris points to similar advances being made in polystyrene recycling: “It’s to the point where we’ve had to buy a bigger compaction machine to do it. The idea behind that is to create a higher quality recycled product, at which point we need businesses to complete the circle, and that’s happening too.”

Getting waste from the resource recovery centre into industry can be made easier through the use of online marketplaces like the Advisory System for Processing, Innovation and Resource Exchange (ASPIRE). Says waste education and sustainability manager Peita Otterbach: “The council has an annual membership with ASPIRE which means that they look at our waste production and put a value on it, then advertise it on their website portal to find buyers. For example, the RACV resort had a huge amount of artificial turf which we were able to sell through ASPIRE and quantify the carbon emission savings of that transaction. There’s another local business with a huge number of timber trusses who are doing the same thing. Then you have the Heads of Noosa brewery who are big in this space too. Their malt waste goes to pig and cattle farmers for feed.”

Kyrone Dodd adds:“98 per cent of the waste concrete that comes in is now sold or we use it within our own construction teams. There is so much construction work and infrastructure building going on in Noosa that we have had to focus on recycling the materials we use, which we’re now doing to between 50 and 60 per cent.”

So no one is sitting around dreaming about what might be. The council waste team is hands on and dedicated to achieving results, but there is a lot of work to be done so those hands are usually full. Says Kyrone:“Our goal is to eradicate food waste from our landfill.There

are several different technologies you can use to do that, but in-vessel composting and anaerobic digestion are the primary ones. Council is conducting feasibility studies on building them in Noosa. A lot of this is also dependent on working with other councils for reasons of volume, as in our recent memorandum of understanding with Gympie Council. A lot of this will come out when we finish the Waste Strategy, but the issue is not so much affordability as feasibility. For example, while volume is important to the cost structure, one food waste facility for SEQ somewhere south of Brisbane doesn’t make sense for Noosa because of the costs and carbon emissions of moving it. At some point landfill becomes the most expensive option, and that’s when we start to see real results.”

That point is now, with the landfill levy increased substantially since 1 July, with impacts on both industry and residents, and the prospect of it continuing to ramp up in 10 per cent increments over the next five years. But when it comes to waste generally, there’s another elephant in the room besides the prospect of waste skyscrapers dominating the skyline. It’s called tourism.

Says Kyrone: “When you add 1.8 million tourists a year to the equation, people who come from all parts of the world and potentially have no idea of how our waste system operates, where you put this or that, you have a whole other set of behaviour that is very difficult to change in the course of a two-week holiday. Reaching the tourists is a project in itself. You can’t blame them for it, but the reality is they buy a lot of takeaway food in one-use containers and don’t know how to dispose of it.”

Kyrone concludes: “One of the most disheartening things for me is looking at what we throw away on landfill, so much stuff that shouldn’t be there. That’s one of the major planks of the community feedback – taking greater personal responsibility. It has to be there if we’re going to have change.We can’t be throwing away shirts that we’ve worn twice, for example. Over a generation or two we’ve lost the art of repairing rather than replacing. We need to get it back.”

Graphic on landfill issues from the council waste department.

Cocaine added to testing

The Queensland Police roadside drug testing program has been expanded with cocaine added to the list of narcotics that can be detected.

Random roadside screening has been used in Queensland for more than 15 years, with police conducting approximately 50,000 random tests every year.

Shockingly, one in four motorists tested will return a positive result for illicit drugs.

Previous testing kits have been able to detect the presence of methylamphetamine, MDMA (ecstasy) and THC (the active ingredient in cannabis) from a sample of saliva.

The addition of cocaine to the program is in response to the increasing number of drivers caught with cocaine in their system over the last five years and is part of sweeping drug driving reforms committed to in the Queensland Road Safety Action Plan.

The state has a zero-tolerance approach to drug driving and there are tough penalties for offenders.

Drivers who test positive for cocaine, cannabis, speed, ice, or ecstasy will have their licence disqualified, face fines of up to $2,167, and repeater offenders could receive jail time.

Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said, “It is shocking to think that a quarter of all random drug tests in our state return a positive result, this is unacceptable.”

“Drug driving is one of the major contributing factors to fatal crashes and after the number of lives lost on our roads last year, this change to the roadside testing is very timely.

Queensland Police Service Acting Assis-

Random roadside drug testing program has been expanded to include cocaine.

tant Commissioner Chris Stream said, “Drivers under the influence of drugs or alcohol exhibit impaired judgement, memory, coordination and reaction time.”

“In 2022, 61 people died as a result of

crashes that involved a drug driver or rider, representing approximately 20.5 per cent of the lives lost on Queensland roads.

This also represents a 30 per cent increase compared to the previous five-year average.

“Police continue to invest significant resources into investigating syndicates and individuals involved in the distribution of cocaine and other illicit drugs in our community.”

Concours comes to Noosa: Preparing for inaugural event

From page 1

Running from 14-16 July, the main event on Saturday 15 July from 11am to 5pm will see a curation of prestigious and historic cars line Hastings Street, with the area closed to alltrafficandit’sopenfreetothecommunity.

From rare classics such as a 1911 Benz and 1957 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud, to the latest supercars and including one of Australia’s few Veyron Bugattis, coming from Melbourne and a very special Ferrari travelling from London, the vehicles on display will be unique in class, style, provenance and visual appeal.

Hastings Street precincts project manager Alesha Gooderham said events bring energy and vibrancy to town but it’s important that the community feel it’s as much their event as anyone else.

“This is a wonderful one day community

eventwithlivemusic,People’sChoice‘favouritecar’prizes,guidedtoursanddiningexperiences,” she said.

HastingsStreetbusinesseshaveembraced the festival with more than 20 individual events scheduled as part of the weekend, from a pearl exhibition to champagne soi-

rees, caviar tastings, fine dining experiences and even a private jet display at the event’s official launch party on Friday at the Sunshine Coast Jet Centre at the Sunshine Coast Airport.

Alesha said the event was organised thanks to the vision and enthusiasm of businessownersandresidentsofNoosawhohave alwayspromotedmotoringactivitiesthrough passionate individuals and car clubs.

Car enthusiast Tom Offermann, of Tom Offermann Real Estate, believes it will be a wonderful event for Noosa.

“It’s something the whole community can came and enjoy at no cost and be a place where people can bring the whole family,” he said.

“It will bring new people into Noosa and be good for the economy.”

As a prelude, on the evening of Friday

14 July, a ticketed and not for profit cocktail party and display featuring business jets and automobiles will be held, supporting local charities.

The principal of Flight Options and the SCJC Steve Padgett, a major sponsor, car collector and passionate aviator said: “The Hastings Street Concours d’Elegance will, in a boutique way, mirror the famous, world-renowned motoring showcase held annually at Pebble Beach in Monterey, California, so I am delighted to be part of what will be a wonderful new event for our region.”

People are encouraged to come by bus or ferry and will be rewarded for doing so with a chance to win prizes including a stay on Hastings Street.

For more information, visit noosaconcours. com.au

Sandra Button at Pebble Beach Concours D’Elegance.

Tri legend dies at 90

By Abbey Cannan

The much-loved legend of the triathlon scene on the Sunshine Coast, Markus Hanley, passed away peacefully at Noosa Care, Carramar on Monday 3 July, aged 90.

For those of you who had the great fortune to know Markus personally or through competing will know that he was the most fun-loving personality and a very determined competitor.

He completed 25 individual Noosa Tri’s, 20 Mooloolaba Tri’s, and two team Tri’s with the ‘Bloody Old Buggers’. It was an amazing achievement for any athlete, let alone someone in their senior years.

Markus thought he’d retired from triathlons after 25 individual Noosa Tris, the first of which he attended at 58 years of age and the last on his 83rd birthday in 2015.

However at 85-years-of-age, he decided to give it another try, but not alone.

It took little convincing to enlist fellow legend Jan Picton, who took on the cycling leg, and Rod Brown, who tackled the 10km run.

Markus entered his first Noosa Tri when a friend suggested they take a look at the event that was then a “newfangle thing”.

“I did my first Noosa Tri and I was hooked,” he told Noosa Today in 2017.

In preparation, Markus told ABC Sunshine Coast he was not motivated by times or records when completing triathlons.

“I get the satisfaction of finishing a race and still feeling good for it,” Mr Hanley said.

“We should all do things to the best of our ability without overdoing things but to be able to accomplish something over such a long period of time,” he said.

“I’m a very determined person when I set my mind to something and that’s what’s kept me going.

“I’m not a brilliant sportsperson, but I’m determined.”

Affectionately known as ‘Bloody Markus’ in triathlon circles, the happy-go-lucky character told the ABC the nickname had stuck since his introduction to the sport.

“When I did my first triathlon, they’re in five-year age groups and the oldest one was 55 to 59 and I did it at 58, so the next year I would’ve been I don’t know what,” he said.

“So I went to the chief of Tri Queensland and he said ‘Bloody Markus, what is it now?’ and it’s stuck ever since.”

His neighbour Michelle, showed the true meaning of community spirit, looking after him for the last five years, and helping him get into care at Carramar.

“Noosa Care, Carramar staff have taken great care of Markus during his stay with them,” Michelle said.

“He really enjoyed sitting out in the sun in their beautiful, peaceful gardens. The staff were always caring and attentive to his needs. Thank you.

“Markus’s final request was to not have a service, so take a moment to remember this amazing human being, take some inspiration from his life and share your memories of him in years to come.

Support for low vision

Quantum RLV will present a free sight support event in Noosa on 12 July, introducing OrCam’s ‘Hey OrCam’ feature to help those who are blind or have vision impairment to read.

Those who may be affected by macular disease, glaucoma, stroke, blindness, or any condition which affects their vision, as well as those with reading and learning challenges, are welcome.

Family and carers are also very welcome, as are health care professionals and their clients.

Low Vision Consultant Nick Powell said, “Low vision is a term used to describe a reduced quality of vision experienced by an individual, where spectacles and contact lenses are no longer enough.”

“Although low vision is an everyday term, the reality is that every individual is unique and needs a tailored solution to help them retain their independence and function well in their everyday life.”

On the day, Quantum whose focus is exclusively assistive technology, will offer an opportunity to discuss individuals’ specific low vision issues and advise what technology options are available.

Attendees will have an opportunity to road test a range of equipment including the latest text to speech wearable OrCam technology with the new ‘Hey OrCam’ feature, just been released in Australia.

What: Sight Support Event

When: Wednesday 12 July 10am-2pm

Where: Noosa Leisure Centre, 9 Wallace Drive Noosaville (Opposite Noosa Library)

“Hey, ‘Bloody Markus’, you can now finally hang up the budgie smugglers and have a welldeserved rest. Rest in peace mate, you did a great job.”

The IRONMAN Group Oceania managing director Geoff Meyer said the Noosa Triathlon and Mooloolaba Triathlon teams were incredibly saddened to learn of the passing of Markus.

“Markus was a valued member of not only our triathlon community, but also the wider local community and he’ll be missed,” Geoff said.

“Markus had been a part of our triathlon community for more than two decades and we loved having him on the start line in both Noosa and Mooloolaba each year.”

Functions on the Deck

Quantum RLV will present a free sight support event in Noosa on 12 July.

Rod Brown and Markus Hanley getting ready for the Noosa Tri in 2017.

Anne Oxley and Markus Hanley collecting rubbish from the garden beds near Noosa Main Beach in 2015.

Markus Hanley competing in the 2014 Noosa Tri at the age of 82.

Bubbles and Brunch on beach

NOOSA alive! Festival brings you another curated event, Bubbles and Brunch in conversation with your hosts Caroline and Sami from 92.7 Mix FM, joining a discussion with Noosa’s own Deb Caruso from In Publishing and Tara Bell from Noosa Chances.

What a stellar line-up of women under the Evie Networks Marquee on Noosa’s Main Beach! To top off the indulgence, Ingrid James is backed by her all-star line-up of jazz musicians to set the scene.

Vika and Linda to headline festival

NOOSA alive! Festival welcomes Australia’s most loved vocal duo Vika and Linda at ‘Alive! in the Woods’ on Saturday 29 July, featuring a line-up of outstanding artists.

Hosted by 92.7 MIX FM’s Lyndon, the event will be the perfect opportunity to celebrate the festival’s 21st Anniversary in style, keeping audiences of all ages entertained for hours.

Vika and Linda are music royalty.

After a career spanning more than 30 years, the legendary singing sisters have performed for Nelson Mandela, the Dalai Lama and the King of Tonga and have been nominated for six ARIA awards.

Festival President Andrew Stafford said, “Alive In The Woods is a new curated event for NOOSA alive!, we intend to make this event a weekend to remember.”

In 2022, Vika and Linda were humbled to receive the Medal of the Order of Australia in the Queen’s Birthday Honours for their service to the performing arts.

“I’m so rapt, I am going to wear it down the shops,” Linda said.

Combining perfectly blended harmonies inspired by a mix of Islander music, blues, gospel, pop, and Celtic melodies, the AustralianTongan duo have featured on three classic albums with the Black Sorrows.

They have also released two live albums, eight studio albums and a chart-topping anthology and have sung on number one albums by Paul Kelly, Kasey Chambers and John Farnham.

‘You can’t beat siblings singing together,’

Paul Kelly observed when Vika and Linda released their 2020 anthology, Akilotoa. They make the air beat in sync,’ he said.

Vika and Linda have been performing their entire lives, starting in church with their mother, Siniva, where they learned to sing. From church to the charts, they have captured the hearts of fans and fellow artists throughout their incredible musical careers.

If music is food for the soul, then Emma Pask will whet your appetite. This award-winning vocalist has firmly established herself as one of Australia’s favourite voices in Jazz. The talented chanteuse has an effortless knack for creating smooth vibes with timeless swinging jazz as she transports you to another time, another place, leaving you spellbound.

Iconic Australian jazz musician James Morrison (AM) who famously discovered Pask performing at Kirrawee High School in New South Wales said: “Whilst it’s fashionable to be a jazz singer these days, she’s the real thing…”

Emma Pask has performed for adoring audiences throughout the world, including the late Princess of Wales and Princess Mary of Denmark and at Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s wedding.

She has toured her band throughout Europe, Asia, and Australia, singing in London at The Queen Elizabeth Hall with the BBC Concert Orchestra and the Sydney Opera House with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra and is a regular at the prestigious Ascona Jazz Festival in Switzerland.

Another class act at this must-see event in-

cludes multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter Rob Edwards.

Edwards combines the moving melodies of jazz, blues, and R&B with the powerful art of storytelling to create a unique and authentic sound, sure to leave a lasting impression.

Combining his passion for culture and Indigenous roots and his family’s story through the Stolen Generation, Edward’s heavy influences of new wave soul makers Hiatus Kaiyote, Jordan Rakei, and Tom Misch bring impactful messages, supported by head bopping grooves and tonal explorations.

An ever-expanding sonic journey of raw emotion that is soulfully inspired, Rob Edwards is not to be missed.

Performing in their own backyard, Noosa locals Ampersand are set to get the crowd moving with energetic, groovy and up-beat contemporary music. Featuring two spectacular lead vocalists backed by a tight, innovative trio of keys, bass and drums, these talented young musicians have become like family in their two years of gigging.

A funky fusion band with infectious energy, they have scored enviable gigs at residencies and festivals across Queensland. A variety of food vans and licenced bar/s will be available on site.Tickets will also be available at the gate.

Spread the word, gather your friends, and soak up the good times as you eat, drink and dance together!

Tickets available online a noosaalive.com. au

Sip on a welcome sparkling bubbles or Ginger Beer from Diablo Co and feast on a delectable brunch menu created by Martin Duncan, the Sunshine Coast foodie sensation. Have you tried his renowned scones?

Ladies, you are in for a treat as you soak up the sun in the company of like-minded women with cool samba jazz vibes on one of the most beautiful beaches in Australia.

Gather your girlfriends for a truly memorable experience.

NOOSA alive presents – BUBBLES and BRUNCH

In Conversation with Caroline and Sami from 92.7 Mix FM alongside Deb Caruso from In Publishing and Tara Bell of Noosa Chances.

WHEN: Tuesday, July 25th 2023. 9:30am

TICKETS: $110.00 + booking fee

WHERE: Evie Networks Marquee on Noosa’s Main Beach BOOK NOW! Tickets available online a noosaalive.com.au

Vika and Linda by Lisa Businovski.

Ingrid James is backed by her all-star line-up of jazz musicians to set the scene.

Key to contest performance

Montville amateur pianist realised one of his dreams on 6 July when he performed the welcoming number at The Sydney International Piano Competition.

The Sydney, as it is known, is described as one of the world’s greatest piano competitions, open to 32 of the world’s elite young professional pianists (18 to 32).

Sunshine Coast local Ian Lucas won the amateur section (the Sydney Piano Lovers Competition – for pianists over 30) of last year’s competition, and part of his prize was the right to play at this year’s event – and was asked if he in fact would present the opening recital at the prestigious event.

“It’s quite flattering to think that of all the people in all the world, they actually considered me suitable to open,” Mr Lucas said.

“I’m participating in The Sydney as a noncompetitor, I’ll be the first pianist to play, and beyond that, the competition begins.

“For those who understand the importance of this event for pianists on the world stage, to be included amongst the elite players, and to be able to meet, socialise with them and play for the judges and the audience, it’s an honour and quite unexpected.”

Mr Lucas was informed of the honour by the event’s artistic director, Piers Lane AO, arguably Australia’s most well-known classical musician.

Mr Lucas, 65, has twice won the amateur Sydney Piano Lovers Competition – he was named joint winner at the inaugural Australians-only event in late-2020 but due to the pandemic he was unable to perform live at Sydney.

His second win in 2022 was even more significant as the event had been widened for the first time to also allow entries from pianists

from New Zealand.

Mr Lucas’ success as an amateur pianist in recent years follows his return to playing after more than three decades away from the keys, working as an airline pilot.

He was first taught classical piano by his mother as a child, but in his late teens his life took a different path and he embarked on his career as a pilot. It was around 32 years later, having retired from flying and with encouragement from his wife Lee, that he again sat down to play.

“It wasn’t until I turned 50 and my wife said, ‘You should go back to music’, and I said,‘OK’,” Mr Lucas has explained previously.

“So, I started to regain my technique and my piano abilities, and it was quite slow coming back; it didn’t return overnight, believe me, it took quite a few years to get it back.”

He admits he has always felt some responsibility for keeping alive a family history of classical music.

“It’s a lineage - my grandmother taught my mother, who taught me, and I guess my grandmother’s mother probably taught her as well.”

Mr Lucas also took the time to teach the couple’s twin children, Sam and Meg, who have also followed musical paths. Sam is now a professional cellist studying and living in Germany, performing globally and with a record label contract. Meg is a successful lawyer who

still enjoys playing the piano when she has the chance.

To have the chance to perform at this year’s Sydney International is in some way vindication of his decision to return to his much-loved musical passions.

“It’s lovely, I’m 65 years old, it’s nice I some small way to be associated with one of the great piano competitions, which it is.

“It took me a bit by surprise.

“It’s a personal thrill. The Sydney competition is very well attended – it’s presented in a hall that holds 2500 to 3000 people and it always sells out, so it’s playing to a big audience… the prize is worth the thrill of participation.

Ian and Lee are known for establishing Lucas Parklands, near Montville, home to a 150seat classical music auditorium described as one of the top performance venues of its size in the world.

The auditorium is set amongst the beauty and peace of undisturbed rainforest. Soft lighting and large windows have helped provide a natural backdrop in the auditorium for regular performances by classical musicians through recent years.

The Sydney International Piano Competition is being held from July 6 to 22, 2023. For further details, visit: https://www.thesydney. com.au/

Tribute to Custodians of cultural knowledge, wisdom

Our “trailblazers, nurturers and Custodians of cultural knowledge and wisdom’’ have been honoured at a special ceremony.

Speaking at Sunshine Coast Council’s annual Flag Raising Ceremony, held as part of NAIDOC Week 2023 celebrations, Mayor Mark Jamieson paid tribute to First Nations Elders past, present and emerging.

Mayor Jamieson told the ceremony, held at Nambour on Wednesday, July 5, that our Elders had played and continued to play a vital role in our communities and families.

“The annual ceremony is a way to honour our Elders, who have made such a profound difference to the way we live through their advocacy and activism,” Mayor Jamieson said.

“They are the Custodians of cultural knowledge and wisdom, trailblazers, nurturers, advocates, teachers, survivors, leaders and loved ones.

“We pay our respects to the Elders we’ve lost and show our support for those who continue to inspire change across the country.

“For many years Sunshine Coast Council has remained committed to strengthening working relationships with First Nations peoples and advancing reconciliation.

“Together, we thrive.”

Community Portfolio Councillor David Law said more than 100 people attended the ceremony at Council’s Nambour Administration Building.

Flag Raising at Council’s Flag Raising Ceremony. Flag raising.

More than 100 people attended the ceremony at Council’s Nambour Administration Building.

Gubbi Gubbi Dance group at NAIDOC Week.

‘For our Elders’ is the official theme of NAIDOC Week 2023.

Ian Lucas performs at The Sydney.

Combatting domestic violence: The Community Bank’s of Marcoola, Cooroy and Tewantin-Noosa made a $500,000 pledge on 31 May.

Step out for Parkinson’s

Two thousand individuals are currently diagnosed with Parkinson’s on the Sunshine Coast and they need your help.

More than 400 walkers are raising crucial funds on Sunday 23 July from 9am to 12pm at the University Sunshine Coast Sports Track in support of the driving force of Parkinson’s Queensland.

They would be delighted to have you take part in a very special Sunshine Coast Parkinson’s event and help make a difference in the lives of those with Parkinson’s.

Director of Parkinson’s Alive and event host Barbara Cullinan said, “Parkinson’s Disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that significantly affects one’s ability to control all body movement.”

“It is associated with depletion of a neurotransmitter called dopamine, which is not only important for smooth, coordinated movement, it also plays a role in cognition, behaviour, reward, and motivation, so if you live with Parkinson’s Disease, every aspect of your

life is affected.

“The good news, through neuroplasticity, exercise can help patient’s remap movement pathways in the brain, learning compensatory strategies to live well. This will greatly improve their quality of life and slow down the progression of this disease.”

Parkinson’s is such a challenging and debilitating disease with no cure yet.

There are an additional 350 diagnoses annually on the Sunshine Coast with 20 per cent under the age of 60, (early onset).

Australia wide there are 130,000 diagnoses, making Parkinson’s Disease the second most common neurological disease in Australia, and considered the fasted growing brain disease in the world today.

Help raise awareness and support those affected by Parkinson’s on the Sunshine Coast including support workers, friends, families, and the greater community.

To donate visit step-out-for-parkinsons-2023.raisely.com

Tess begins her fifth term

The Rotary Club of Noosa came together last week with rotarians, dignitaries, friends and representatives from the other three clubs in the area to celebrate the changing of the guard.

Outgoing president Peter McDonald was thanked for his contribution during his term.

Incoming president Tess Alexandroff was inducted for her fifth term as president by Patrice Robinson, Rotary District Grants chair, representing The Rotary District Governor Paul Roger.

Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart and MP Sandy Bolton were in attendance, both gaining valuable experience in cake cutting and serving.

During the evening donations were presented to a number of local not-for-profit organisations.

Trekking Poles (10 pairs) were presented to the State Emergency Services; Noosa Coast Guardreceivedachequetohelpwiththefitout of the new Rotary Rescue vessel; The Chaplin Tony Gibson was on hand to receive a dona-

Upskilling businesses

tion to support the much needed demand for local families connected to the Tewantin State School with the everyday basic needs that exist.

The RSPCA and Legacy also received support.

Rotary has reached a milestone in Queensland, celebrating 100 years of Community Service, during that time they have concentrated on eradicating Polio.

Sir Clem Renouf was a member of The Rotary Club of Nambour where he launched the PolioPlus program and was instrumental in raising funds for the Global Polio eradication initiative throughout the world.

Rotary also provides shelter for victims of disasters and lately to address the plight of those affected by Malaria.

President Tess Alexandroff, along with the members of the Club, said she was looking forward to providing support for the local community when and where the need arises.

Noosa Chamber of Commerce and Industry has launched an Upskilling and Learning Program to help maximise Noosa businesses’ success. Four workshops are on offer from July to October.

Noosa Chamber president Ralph Rogers said, “Acting on valuable feedback from our members, Noosa Chamber of Commerce is committed to providing education and upskilling opportunities to local businesses.”

Three business management workshops will be run by Noosa local Alan Desselss, exPresident and CEO of Volvo Car in Australia and Japan. A Wellness seminar offered in October will be led by Michelle Bihary of Delta Consulting.

Chamber’s education subcommittee leader Andrew Davidson said Alan had a wealth of experience and knowledge, and there was no doubt, that all small business owners would get an immense amount of benefit from the sessions.

“At the end of each two-hour workshop, participants will walk away with useful business information and a workbook that will set them up for the success,” he said.

“In October we are fortunate to be able to bring Michelle Bihary to Noosa, who is an expert in assisting businesses build thriving and mentally healthy workplaces. Michelle will help participants explore practical strategies to manage stress, optimise mental health and wellbeing, and build workplace resilience.”

Mr Rogers said the Chamber was grateful to Bendigo Community Bank TewantinNoosa for sponsoring the three management workshops and were proud to have been awarded a $5000 Business Chamber Queensland Wellness Fund Grant for the October Wellness seminar, funded by the

Department of Employment, Small Business and Training (DESBT).

Workshops:

· 19 July - Making this Financial Year your BestYearYet

· 9 August - Getting Your Cashflow ’On the Rails’ and Keeping It There

· 13 September - Leading and Motivating your Team

· 25 October –Wellness Seminar.

· Early booking is a must as capacity is limited. Register on the Noosa Chamber website at noosachamberofcommerce. com.au

Charlie Muecke BMedSc (VisSc) MOpt Optometrist

Ralph Rogers and Andrew Davidson

Tess Alexandroff with Patrice Robinson.

Walk to help the 2000 individuals who are currently diagnosed with Parkinson’s on the Sunshine Coast.

Kate offers top tips for winter exercise

By Kate Davidson

Call me crazy but winter is the best time to exercise.

Every year activity levels decrease as the temperature drops. Exercising less is a common response to colder weather and shorter days but it’s not doing your physical or mental health any favours.

Benefits of exercising in winter

An advantage of exercising in winter is the boost your immune system gets. During exercise, immune cells are circulated around the body, helping them to seek and fight off infections. By skipping your regular workouts during winter your immune system efficacy decreases resulting in an increased risk of catching a cold or virus.

The winter blues are very real, and exercise is a natural anti-depressant and moodbooster. When you exercise the brain releases a cocktail of neurotransmitters and chemicals which make you feel more positive and help reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Exercising outdoors can improve your mental health further. A 2019 study in Scientific Reports reported that just two hours a week outdoors in nature can increase good health and well-being.

Exercising in winter is a great way to build up your cardiovascular fitness and endurance effectively as your heart doesn’t have to work as hard in colder temperatures. Winter workouts boost your metabolism as your body works hard to regulate your core temperature, and you sweat less, meaning more efficient workouts.

By exercising during winter, you will be

several steps ahead come spring and summer when the gyms and training clubs are busy again. You’ll also be less likely to succumb to the false promises of the fitness and diet industry spring marketing campaigns.

Practical tips for exercising in winter

Colder temperatures mean your muscles will likely be cold and tight so please ensure that you allow for an extended warm up in order to avoid a muscle strain.

Wear appropriate cold weather clothing but don’t overdress so you overheat and get dehydrated! Note that colder temperatures can diminish feelings of thirst by up to forty per cent, so don’t forget to drink enough water before, during and after exercise.

Motivational tips for exercising in winter

Invest in some new workout wear and enjoy wearing it! Get dressed for exercise as quickly as possible in the morning or after work. Once you are dressed you are less likely to make excuses and more likely to feel motivated to exercise.

Commit to working out with others.You are more likely to stick to your workout plans if you are not doing it alone.

If you are struggling to stick to your routine, change it! For example, if winter mornings are too hard, exercise at lunch or after work instead. Or try a different activity. Gyms tend to be quieter in winter so it’s the perfect time of year to try a new class or book in for a gym trial.

Remember, year-round exercise is essential for good health. By exercising consistently this winter, you are setting yourself up for a fit and healthy year ahead!

Pups strut their stuff

The Noosa Pet Parade returned for its second year on Tuesday 27 June at Arcare Noosa with residents and pups enjoying the annual ‘DogWalk’ and patting sessions.

Afterwards, attendees stayed for ‘Puppy Hour’ for drinks and treats with residents, family, team members and their furry friends.

Twelve dogs, ranging from six months old to 16 years, walked down the Dog Walk and were treated to a participation certificate made by resident Carolyn and a delicious bag of peanut butter and honey dog treats, also made by residents Carolyn, Sandy, Marion, Barbara, Kaye, Shirley, Jeanette, Anne, and Betty.

Science has suggested that pet therapy has many benefits for elderly people, including health benefits such as fewer trips to the doctor.

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Twelve dogs walked down the Dog Walk.

Kate Davidson

St Andrew’s hits 20 years

St Andrew’s Anglican College in Peregian Springs will commemorate its 20th anniversary this week, celebrating theVision and Spirit it took to grow from a block of land to a leading school in just two decades.

Opening its doors to the community in 2003, St Andrew’s started its journey with 163 students from Prep to Year 7 and 18 staff under the direction of Foundation Principal Sue Simon. The grounds comprised of just four buildings – Stage 1 of the College Master Plan.

Now in its twentieth year, the College has grown significantly, at capacity with 1450 students, employing more than 400 staff and boasting world-class facilities.

The campus has grown and developed, with Stage 14 of the masterplan including multi-use playing courts/field and undercover car parking opening by the end of this year.

Stage 15, due to start at the end of 2023, will feature a $50m Performing Arts centre, to be built in two stages, in between the construction of a $20m STEAM facility.

Sue Simon said in her reflections of those first years, “Having the privilege of leading the College in the early days has been the honour of my career.”

“The highlight of those days was interviewing students for enrolment, and I came up with the brainwave of making a very ordinary small office look more ‘school-like’, by displaying the drawings of the children who had come in for interview. I asked them to draw a picture of what they wanted their new school to be like and soon enough, the garish yellow walls of our cramped conditions came alive with the creativity of my future students, and I could start to be excited for them – and for us all.”

From its initial inception, community, building relationships and providing opportunities has always been at the core, three driving factors Principal Chris Ivey identifies as key to the College’s success.

“When the doors first opened in 2003, we

had a focus on seeing each student as an individual, knowing their learning and developmental needs are different. We embraced and supported that, within our own limitations,” he said.

“We have held true to what we believe, about valuing people, relationships, about providing opportunities, to allow students to learn more about themselves.”

As the College looks to the future, Mr Ivey said the challenge is to continue to stay true to those values as a much larger school but remain curious and courageous to change and improve what is needed to achieve the best outcomes for all students.

“We have the same challenge to keep going, to keep thinking, keep looking, keep research-

ing, knowing it is about enabling our students to achieve their personal best in whatever context we offer, both within and outside the classroom,” Mr Ivey said.

“It will always be our job to enable each student to progress in their education, but also in their character and to begin to figure out who they are in the world, what their values are and how they will contribute to their community.

“There is not a one size fits all to the education of each student and that is why over the past 20 years we have adapted, changed, refined and improved; to ensure we reflect the fact that we want to do the best we can.”

In a move to give back to the community, the College has initiated a 20th Year Foundation Scholarship, offering 100 per cent remis-

sion of tuition fees for the duration of a secondary education, for a student/s who would not otherwise be able to afford a St Andrew’s Education.

The Foundation Scholarship will be offered to a student who demonstrates and embodies the values and characteristics of what it means to be a St Andrew’s student and celebrates those who are curious, courageous and committed to the pursuit of excellence to achieve their personal best.

For the past 20 years, St Andrew’s Anglican College has been inspiring students to achieve their best through providing an outstanding educational experience alongside an unrivalled co-curricular program, and the recipient must show a commitment to be engaged in all aspects of College life, embrace new challenges, make the most of opportunities, is committed to their studies, supports others in their journey and show determination to pursue their dreams

Additionally, the College will host their annual Foundation Day on Friday 21 July, including the running of the Diamond Dash, a highly coveted inter-house relay across all year levels, which began in that first year in 2003.

A new Alumni versus staff race will also be introduced as a new tradition.

Celebrations will continue and open up to the entire community on Saturday 22 July, with the College’s annual Community Fair from 1pm to 8pm, presented by Mortgage Choice Peregian beach and Noosaville and Total Tools Noosaville.

There will be rides, plenty of food trucks, stalls and fireworks. Live and Local music, including Sunshine Coast schools Battle of the Bands, will feature on the Peregian Beach Hotel stage kicking on until late with 10 Toes and Sunshine and Sons pouring local brews. For more information visit saac.qld.edu.au/ college-fair/ or saac.qld.edu.au/enrolment/ scholarships/

The whole college group in 2003.

First Foundation on Day 2.

John Slater with parents. The first uniform showing.

Grants thrill volunteers

Volunteers doing incredible things at PTSD Dogs Australia, the Cooroora Historical Society, Cooroy-Pomona Lions Club, and Pomona Meals On Wheels will be glad to hear they’ve been awarded funding from the Australian Government Volunteers Grant.

Australian Defence Force personnel and first responders suffering from PTSD will benefit from a $3000 grant to ??PTSD Dogs Australia, assisting with training and supplying service dogs for veterans and first responders.

While attending the PTSD Dogs graduation morning tea, Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien and guest, the Hon David Littleproud, Leader of The Nationals and Shadow Minister for Agriculture, presented the PTSD Dogs Committee with a certificate to acknowledge their Volunteer Grant.??

“As an ex first responder myself, I know how important it is that our veterans and emergency service workers and their families have the right support,” Mr O’Brien said.??

“Although still a relatively young organisation, PTSD Dogs Australia is doing an incredible job, saving unwanted dogs and training them to make a positive difference in the lives of people suffering from PTSD.”??

AngieWeeks,Volunteer CEO and Co-founder of PTSD Dogs said, “PTSD Dogs Australia is run nearly entirely on the effort of volunteers and receiving a $3000 Volunteer Grant is so valuable to us.Without our volunteers we simply couldn’t achieve everything that we do. This grant will enable us to get our volunteers some much needed office equipment as well as reimbursing volunteer fuel costs. It will enable us to retain our awesome volunteers and that in turn will help us change and save the lives of dogs, first responders and veterans.”

The Cooroora Historical Society will safeguard the Noosa Museum’s extensive collection of photographs, documents, and artifacts, thanks to a $3700 grant from Round 8 of the Stronger Communities Program.

“We are very grateful for this funding which will support the Noosa Museum to enhance the Wi-Fi coverage in the museum building and upgrade our network security,” Cooroora Historical Society President Anne Coombs said.??

“This is first stage of a project that will enable the protection of all data stored at the museum and ensure that this valuable collection is available to future researchers and the wider public.”

Improvements to the Pomona RotundaWar Memorial will bring renewed emphasis to the war time service and sacrifice of local men and women, with the installation of a memorial seat and plaque funded by the Australian

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Government’s Saluting Their Service Commemorative Grants Program.??Cooroy-Pomona Lions Club will receive $9000 to support the ongoing restoration of the Rotunda War Memorial, which was completed and commemorated in 1939 to honour the service and sacrifice of those who fought in World War I.??

“The Cooroy-Pomona Lions Club, in conjunction with the Cooroy-Pomona RSL SubBranch, Noosa Council, and other community groups and individuals, have been working to restore the Rotunda memorial as an important regional memorial and an appropriate space for commemorative activities,” Mr O’Brien said.??

“I’m also pleased to announce that the Co-

oroy-Pomona Lions Club is to receive an additional $2675 from the Australian Government’s Volunteers Grant to purchase a trailer for their recycle program.”

President Heather Manders said, “The Cooroy-Pomona Lions are very grateful to receive this funding.”

“The Saluting Their Service grant will be used to install a remembrance seat and plaque to honour our fallen soldiers at Joe Bazzo Park, and the Volunteer Grant will provide a trailer for our Cash for Cans Program, where all funds raised go back to the local community.”?

Pomona Meals On Wheels has been awarded $5000 which will provide reimbursement of fuel costs for the volunteers who use their own vehicles to make deliveries to the Meals on Wheel clients.

“27 not-for-profit organisations from throughout Wide Bay received grants of $1000 to $5000, shared more than $66,000 in funding from this round of Volunteer Grants,” Mr O’Brien said.

“Every volunteer’s contribution, no matter how big or small, is extraordinary because that person cares enough to serve their community and give of their time, expertise, and resources freely to improve the lives of others. Wide Bay communities would not be the same without them.”

Pomona Meals On Wheels Treasurer Irene Gibbs said that their volunteers play an important role in assisting seniors and people recovering from surgery, to remain independent in their own homes.

“Our volunteers not only deliver the freshly cooked local produce, they also make time to talk to our clients and ensure they stay connected in the community,” Mrs Gibbs said.

“We pride ourselves on offering more than just a meal. We offer a service that includes a friendly and respectful chat, and a wellbeing check on all our clients.”

Pomona Meals On Wheels has been awarded $5000.

Tourism Noosa’s new CEO

Sharon Raguse has been named as Tourism Noosa’s new chief executive officer.

Ms Raguse, currently the Manager Economic Development for East Gippsland Shire Council in Victoria will return to Queensland and start the role in mid-August following an extensive recruitment process.

Tourism Noosa Chair Jeanette Allom-Hill said Ms Raguse brings years of experience to the role.

“I am pleased to announce the appointment of Sharon Raguse as the new CEO of Tourism Noosa. With her extensive experience in the tourism industry and her proven leadership capabilities, we are confident that under her guidance, Tourism Noosa will continue to thrive and build on its success. We welcome Sharon to her new role and look forward to working closely with her to promote Noosa as a premier destination for tourists.”

“On behalf of the Tourism Noosa Board we extend our sincerest gratitude to Susan Ewington for serving as Acting CEO during an important time for the organisation.

“Susan’s contributions over the past 11 months have been invaluable to Tourism Noosa. Her leadership, commitment and expertise were instrumental in enabling the organisation to adapt to the challenges facing the tourism industry and achieve positive outcomes for the Noosa region.

“Susan’s unwavering dedication to the role and the stakeholders of Noosa has been evident throughout her time as Acting CEO. She has been an exceptional leader, navigating the organisation with professionalism, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for Noosa.

“As a Board we have received so much positive feedback from key stakeholders on Susan collaborative approach making a marked difference to our standing across Australia. We look forward to having Susan’s continued efforts making a positive impact for Noosa in her role as Communications Manager,”

Ms Allom-Hill said.

As former Manager of Tourism Development with Brisbane Marketing, Regional Director -Tourism and Events Queensland, and General Manager of Falls Creek Ski Lifts inVictoria’s Great Alpine National Park, Sharon brings a depth of knowledge and understanding of various agency and commercial sectors along with extensive leadership, engagement, destination management and commercial business development practise.

Sharon has previously served as a judge for both State and National Tourism Awards and contributed to various State Government Tourism Recovery and Planning Task Forces including Destination Q, G20 Brisbane Summit, QLD Tourism Flood Recovery.

She has represented industry on State Tourism Policy and Advisory Committees and most recently been the driver behind a whole-systems approach to achieve Global Eco Destination Status through Ecotourism Australia for East Gippsland – becoming Victoria’s first accredited destination.

For the past three years Sharon has led the economic recovery efforts of East Gippsland Shire Council in Victoria following the Black Summer bushfires and COVID-19, where as Manager Economic Development she was responsible for a broad portfolio including Agriculture, Business Development, Tourism and Events, as well as local Industry Transition (Forestry and Renewable Energy).

Speaking of her appointment, Sharon said “My love of the great outdoors and a desire to influence positive outcomes for the community in which I live, is an important part of who I am. It’s what drew me to Noosa. This passion has provided my family and I the opportunity to have lived and worked in some of Australia’s most inspiring regional locations.

“I’m delighted to be coming home to one of Australia’s premier tourism destinations, settling the family into Noosa life and reconnecting with industry.”

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Sharon Raguse has been named as Tourism Noosa’s new chief executive officer.

The Guide

FIRST WEAPONS

If presenter Phil Breslin (pictured) looks familiar, it may be from his stint as the “Aussie Bear Grylls” on WildSurvivor, or as host of Builtto Survive. Whatever it is, the adventurer and former school teacher possesses a disarming ease that makes him memorable. In this series, the science and craft of Australia’s ancient weapons is explored and celebrated, but it’s perhaps Breslin that’s the real weapon: he’s equipped with dangerous levels of charm. In tonight’s second episode, he visits the Northern Territory’s Alyawarr Country to explore a spear thrower that was once the fastest weapon on Earth: the Amerr.

AMAZING RAILWAY ADVENTURES WITH NICK KNOWLES

SBS, Saturday, 8.30pm

Atmosphere abounds in this scenic new series, with presenter Nick Knowles’ (pictured) gravelly voice merely adding to the ambience. In this six-part travelogue, the DIYSOSstar embarks on a globetrotting voyage onboard the world’s most awesome train journeys. Peru, Mexico, Alaska, Norway, Vietnam and Malaysia are on Knowles’ impressive itinerary, with a swim in the icy Arctic Circle and a spot of digging for ancient artefacts. He also ventures off the tracks to see what life is like in these stunning destinations. The spectacular trip begins tonight in Mexico, with Knowles soaking up the grandeur of the Copper Canyon.

Friday, July 14

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 First Weapons: Amerr. (PG) Hosted by Phil Breslin.

8.00 Death In Paradise. (PG, R)

An artist is poisoned in her studio.

9.00 Utopia. (PG, R) Jim and Rhonda force Tony to fast track a long-term regional rail project.

9.30 Gold Diggers. (Mls, R) Gert and Marigold reinvent themselves.

9.55 ABC Late News. Coverage of the day’s events.

10.10 The Split. (Ml, R)

11.10 Miniseries: Why Didn’t They Ask Evans? (Ma, R)

12.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

PICK OF THE WEEK MASTERCHEF AUSTRALIA

10, Sunday, 7.30pm

This season finale marks the end of an era for MasterCheffans, who have been able to delay their inevitable farewell to the series’ late judge Jack Zonfrillo by some two months – we’ve been watching the cheeky Scot in his element, mentoring a new cohort of home cooks and gleefully tasting the tantalising results of their hard work. Zonfrillo will certainly be missed around these parts, not the least for his fashionable flair – always clad in a resplendent kilt come finale time. He and fellow judges Andy Allen and Melissa Leong (pictured, from left) welcome a new face into the pantheon of MasterChefwinners tonight – who will sit alongside Julie Goodwin, Adam Liaw and even Allen himself?

RUSH

Nine, Monday, 7.30pm

With a down-to-earth, likeable bunch of contestants and an engaging host in Survivoralum David Genat (pictured), this globe-trotting adventure has proved to be a mid-year surprise – it’s a spirited and fun reality romp bolstered by a heated competitive streak. Each week, the contestants start off in a chaotic and noise-filled location, and this episode’s “drop zone” (Dublin on St Patrick’s Day) might be the most chaotic so far. But there’s little time to enjoy a pint of Guinness or two, as the teams’ Emerald Isle sojourn whisks them away to the Blarney Stone and the Cliffs of Moher. It doesn’t reinvent the genre, but Rushhas proven to be a fun watch week in, week out.

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

(R) Presented by Marc Fennell.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys: Guadalquivir.

(PGa, R) Narrated by Bill Nighy.

8.30 Paris: Mystery Of The Lost Palace. Takes a look at a lost Parisian palace with a history spanning 2000 years.

9.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 13. Chatillon-sur-Chalaronne to Grand Colombier. 138km mountain stage. From France.

1.50 Nine Perfect Strangers. (Mals, R)

3.40 Italian Food Safari. (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. Karen Martini cooks a roasted tomato passata.

7.30 Football. AFL. Round 18. Melbourne v Brisbane Lions.

10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews.

11.00 Armchair Experts. (M) A panel discusses all things AFL.

12.00 MOVIE: The Birth Of A Nation. (2016, MA15+av, R) Nate Parker.

2.30 To Be Advised.

3.00 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 20. Newcastle Knights v Wests Tigers. From McDonald Jones Stadium, New South Wales.

9.50 Golden Point. A wrap-up of the Newcastle Knights versus Wests Tigers match, with news and analysis.

10.30 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 12. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England.

4.00 Postcards. (PG, R) The team braves the cold in Ballarat.

4.30 Global Shop. (R) Home shopping.

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) Mark captains the local football team.

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

7.30 Location, Location, Location Australia. Property experts search for homes.

8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week.

9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Mlv, R) Graham Norton chats with Keanu Reeves, Olivia Colman, Cynthia Erivo and Jack Whitehall.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

Saturday, July 15

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast.

9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.

12.30 Death In Paradise. (PG, R) 1.30

The Durrells. (PG, R) 2.15 Louis Theroux

Interviews... (PGl, R) 3.05 Grand Designs

Revisited. (R) 3.50 Landline. (R) 4.20

Mamirnikuwi. (PG) 4.35 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 5.30 The Black Hand. (PGa, R)

6.30 New Leash On Life. (R)

A dog faces being euthanised.

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

7.30 Sister Boniface Mysteries. (PG) Sister Boniface investigates when a contestant drops dead during a TV baking competition.

8.15 Vera. (Mv, R) DCI Vera Stanhope investigates the case of a murdered social worker.

9.45 MOVIE: Limbo. (2023, MA15+d, R)

A former undercover drug cop writes a case review of an unsolved murder in a small opal-mining town. Simon Baker, Rob Collins.

11.25 Miniseries: Marriage. (Ml, R) Part 2 of 4.

12.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) Guest programmed by Obongjayar.

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 13. Highlights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 Barkley Manor. (PG, R) 11.00 Tour De France: Bonjour Le Tour. (R) 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 13. Highlights. 1.00

WorldWatch. 2.05 Treasures Of Malta. (PGav, R) 3.05 Treasures Of Greece. (PGav, R) 4.00

Trail Towns. (R) 4.30 Tour De France: Bonjour Le Tour. 5.30 The Rise Of The Nazis. (PGav, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG) Rae Johnston traverses Tasmania’s Bay of Fires.

8.30 Amazing Railway Adventures With Nick Knowles: Mexico. (Premiere) English TV presenter Nick Knowles embarks on a railway adventure across Mexico from the Pacific coastline at Sinaloa through the picturesque Copper Canyon to Creel in Chihuahua.

9.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 14. Annemasse to Morzine Les Portes du Soleil. 151.8km. From France.

2.05 Witch Hunt. (Madl, R)

3.55 Italian Food Safari. (R)

4.55 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SEVEN (7)

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise.

10.00 The

Sunday, July 16

6.30 Compass: Psychedelics

– Healing The Spirit?

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Restoration Australia: Castlecrag. (Return) Hosted by Anthony Burke.

8.30 Bay Of Fires. (Premiere, MA15+v)

After being targeted by hitmen, a corporate CEO and her two kids are sent to a remote Tasmanian town.

9.25 Miniseries: The Beast Must Die. (Mal) Part 1 of 5. A woman pursues the person she holds responsible for the fatal hit-and-run death of her son.

10.10 Miniseries: Why Didn’t They Ask Evans? (Mav, R) Part 2 of 3.

11.10 Miniseries: Small Axe. (MA15+l, R)

12.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.05 The Heights. (PG, R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Hindenburg: The Cover Up: The Titanic Of The Skies. Part 1 of 2. A look at the Hindenburgdisaster and how airships went from war machines to luxury transports.

9.20 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 15. Les Gets Les Portes Du Soleil to SaintGervais Mont-Blanc. 179km mountain stage. From France. Commentary from Matthew Keenan, Dr Bridie O’Donnell and Simon Gerrans.

2.50 Exit. (MA15+adv, R)

3.45 Italian Food Safari. (R)

4.45 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature.

5.30 Al Jazeera News.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Authorities explore a woman’s claims she is back in Australia to bring her friends Taiwanese snacks.

7.30 MOVIE: The Call Of The Wild. (2020, PGav) In the 1890s, a dog is stolen from its owners in California and sent to the Yukon. Harrison Ford, Karen Gillan, Omar Sy.

9.45 MOVIE: The Last Duel. (2021, MA15+alv) A knight challenges his squire to a duel to the death after his wife accuses the man of raping her. Matt Damon, Adam Driver, Jodie Comer.

1.00 Celebrity Obsessed: Steven Spielberg. (MA15+av, R) Examines the case of Jonathan Norman.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Get Arty. (R)

5.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa, R)

6.00 Nine News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby Union. Rugby Championship. Round 2. Australia v Argentina. From CommBank Stadium, Sydney.

9.50 Rugby Championship PostMatch. A post-match wrap-up of the match between Australia and Argentina from Sydney’s CommBank Stadium.

10.30 Wimbledon Tennis Pre-Show. Reviews, previews, interviews, highlights and opinions from the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club.

11.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 13. Women’s final.

2.00 Surfing Australia TV. (R) Showcases Surfing Australia’s programs.

2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R) Home shopping.

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

6.00 To Be Advised.

7.00 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Follows the staff at the Animal Welfare League as it tries to find a home for Betty, the Staffordshire bull terrier without much personality, and a Siberian husky named Lara. Narrated by Dr Chris Brown.

8.00 NCIS: Los Angeles. (Mv) The NCIS team must identify a mystery woman who attacked the founder of an AI company, before the next major global conflict ensues. Kilbride’s ex-wife asks him to consider reconnecting with their son.

11.00 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) From major news stories to entertainment and viral videos, presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

5.00 Hour Of Power. Religious program.

Friday, 14 July, 2023

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Dancing With The Stars. (PG) It is time for the first semi-final.

8.55 7NEWS Spotlight. An exclusive, special investigation.

9.55 The Latest: Seven News.

10.25 Born To Kill? Bobby Joe Long. (MA15+av) A look at the case of Bobby Joe Long.

11.30 Autopsy USA: Lisa Lopes. (Mad) A look at the 2002 death of Lisa Lopes.

12.30 All Together Now – The 100. (PG, R) Hosted by Julia Zemiro.

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 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.

8.00 The Murder Of Lyn Dawson: Unlikely Heroes. (Mal) Part 3 of 4. In the years after her disappearance, Lynette’s loved ones push for the matter to be properly investigated.

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

10.30 Wimbledon Tennis Pre-Show. Pre-game coverage of Wimbledon.

11.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 14. Men’s final.

3.00 Great Australian Detour. (R)

3.30 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 MasterChef Australia. (Final, PGal) It is Grand Finale Day, and whichever cook scores the most points across two rounds will claim the title and prize.

9.30 FBI. (Mv) As the team works to rescue a five-year-old kidnapping victim, Scola suspects the boy’s mum is not being forthcoming about why her son was targeted, and Nina struggles to open up to Scola about their relationship.

10.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv, R) Kai goes undercover as a chef.

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

12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

Monday, July 17

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Back Roads: Great South West Walk, Victoria. Guest presented by Lisa Millar.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.

9.15 Media Watch. (PG) Hosted by Paul Barry.

9.35 Jonestown: Terror In The Jungle: Death In The Promised Land. (Ma, R) Part 4 of 4.

10.15 China Tonight. (Final, R)

11.05 The Business. (R)

11.20 Miniseries: The Beast Must Die. (Mal, R)

12.05 The Split. (Ml, R) 1.05 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

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

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (PG) Robson Green is joined by two relatives.

8.40 The Great House Revival: Drum, Co Monaghan. (PG) Hugh Wallace meets a couple who are transforming a pub on an Irish village’s quiet main street into a home.

9.40 24 Hours In Emergency: The Unforeseen. (M) A woman is rushed to Queen’s Medical Centre after falling from her motorcycle.

10.35 SBS World News Late.

11.05 My Brilliant Friend. (Mav)

12.05 Nadia: A Stolen Life. (Malv, R)

1.40 Gomorrah. (MA15+v, R)

4.10 Italian Food Safari. (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 Dancing With The Stars. (PG) Aussie celebrities are partnered with professional dancers in a ballroom dancing competition.

9.25 9-1-1: Lone Star. (Ma) Owen enlists Paul’s help in proving Kendra Harrington’s innocence after she is accused of being a black widow.

10.30 The Latest: Seven News.

11.00 The Blacklist. (MA15+) Ressler helps a friend make amends.

12.00 MOVIE: Total Stranger. (1999, Msv, R) A woman rents a room to a stranger. Lindsay Crouse.

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 Rush. (PGl) Hosted by David Genat.

8.55 Police Rescue Australia. (PG) Follows police rescue and bomb disposal teams saving people in high risk situations.

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

10.25 100% Footy. (M) Features the latest rugby league news.

11.25 Mr Mayor. (PGs) Neil has a fling with an actor.

11.50 Black Widow: The Murder Of David Jackson: Part 1. (Mav)

12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00

Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

Tuesday, July 18

6am

Funny Lady. Continued. (1975) 8.10 Charade. (1963, PG) 10.15 The Girl In The Fog. (2017, M, Italian)

6am Morning Programs.

1.30pm Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 2.30 Motor Racing. Supercars Support Races. Carrera Cup. Round 3. Highlights. 3.30 Motor Racing. Supercars Support Races. Dunlop Super2 Series. Round 3. Highlights. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration.

American

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 New Leash On Life. Hosted by Joel Creasey.

8.30 The Dark Emu Story. (PG) Explores the cultural impact of Bruce Pascoe’s 2014 best-selling book DarkEmu

9.55 Louis Theroux Interviews... Yungblud. (Maln, R) Louis Theroux chats with Yungblud.

10.40 ABC Late News.

10.55 The Business. (R)

11.10 Four Corners. (R)

12.00 Media Watch. (PG, R) 12.15 Miniseries:

Marriage. (Ml, R) 1.15 Jonestown: Terror In The Jungle. (Ma, R) 1.55 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 4.30 The Drum.

(R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

(R) Presented by Marc Fennell.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys: Whitby To Robin Hood’s Bay. (PG) Hosted by Michael Portillo.

8.30 Insight. Presenter Kumi Taguchi is joined by people with first-hand experience of the issue, as well as commentators, to continue to explore how justice looks for different people and how it can change over time.

9.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 16. Passy to Combloux. 22.4km individual time trial. From France.

2.05 No Man’s Land. (MA15+av, R)

4.00 Italian Food Safari. (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 Million Dollar Island. (PGa) Hosted by Ant Middleton.

9.00 The Rookie. (Mv) Detective Nyla Harper and James find themselves in the middle of a bank robbery.

10.00 The Rookie: Feds. (Mv) A mysterious caller threatens the FBI.

11.00 The Latest: Seven News.

11.30 The Blacklist. (MA15+)

12.30 S.W.A.T. (Madv, R)

1.30 Travel Oz. (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 Rush. Hosted by David Genat.

9.00 Travel Guides. (PGls, R) Ordinary Australians become travel critics, embarking on a luxury river cruise down the Mekong River.

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

10.30 Chicago Med. (MA15+am) Carol receives a second chance at life.

11.20 See No Evil: I Loved My Daughter. (Ma)

12.10 Court Cam. (Mlv)

12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.30 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 Hunted. (Return, PGal) The hunt is back on as 20 new fugitives are released in Melbourne’s Docklands.

9.15 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists include Ed Kavalee, Bron Lewis, Emma Holland, Peter Helliar and Sam Pang.

10.15 Just For Laughs Australia. (Mls) Hosted by Nath Valvo.

10.45 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv, R) The team hunts a dangerous incel.

11.35 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.

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

7.30 Hunted. (PGal) The teams take to land, sea and air to shake off their dogged pursuers.

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

9.45 NCIS. (Mav, R) The team is summoned to Philadelphia to investigate the death of a US Navy petty officer.

10.35 Miniseries: Riptide. (Mlv) Part 3 of 4.

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.

Wednesday, July 19

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 Utopia. A security consultant creates stress.

8.30 Gruen. Wil Anderson and a panel of experts analyse the advertising industry and consumerism.

9.10 Gold Diggers. (Mls) Bushrangers arrive in town.

9.40 Queen Of Oz. (Ml) Georgie tries to drum up business.

10.05 Adam Hills: The Last Leg.

10.50 ABC Late News.

11.05 The Business. (R)

11.20 The School That Tried

To End Racism. (PG, R)

12.20 Miniseries: Small Axe. (MA15+l, R)

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

7.30. (R)

ABC TV PLUS (22)

1.50 ABC News Update. 1.55 Close. 5.00 Kiddets. 5.10 Andy’s Baby Animals. 5.25 Hoopla.

5.35 Late Programs.

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

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Who The Bloody Hell Are We? (PGa) Part 1 of 3.

8.30 Rainbow Warrior: Murder In The Pacific. (M) Part 3 of 3. An exploration of the bombing of Greenpeace’s Rainbow Warriorconcludes with the saboteur revealing how he planted the explosives and the measures taken to escape afterwards.

9.25 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 17. SaintGervais Mont-Blanc to Courchevel. 166km mountain stage. From France.

1.55 Cheyenne & Lola. (MA15+lv, R)

4.10 Italian Food Safari. (R)

4.40 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Thursday, July 20

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 A Life In Ten Pictures: Alexander McQueen. (PGa)

A look at Alexander McQueen’s life.

8.55 Grand Designs New Zealand. (Final, R) Hosted by Chris Moller.

9.40 One Plus One: The Elders. (Final) Presented by Dan Bourchier.

10.10 Art Works. (R)

10.40 ABC Late News.

10.55 The Business. (R)

11.10 The Dark Emu Story. (PG, R)

12.30 Beyond The Towers. (PGa, R) 1.25

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

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Inside Sydney Airport: Baggage. (PG) Police investigate a suspicious bag.

8.30 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy: Rome. Stanley Tucci heads to Rome where he meets up with old friend Claudia della Frattina and samples rigatoni all’amatriciana, one of the famous four Roman pastas, at a restaurant called Armando al Pantheon.

9.20 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 18. Moûtiers to Bourg-en-Bresse. 185km hilly stage. From France.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 Animals Aboard With Dr Harry. (PG) Twelve camels go on a road trip.

8.30 Ambulance: Code Red. (Ma) Follows the work of an ambulance service, giving an insight into the life and death incidents they face.

9.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Mick Molloy, Sam Pang and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.

10.30 The Latest: Seven News.

11.00 Death Row: Countdown To Execution. (MA15+a, R) Part 2 of 4.

12.00 MOVIE: The Operator. (2000, Msv, R) Michael Laurence.

2.30 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 Cricket. The Ashes. Fourth Test. England v Australia. Day 1. Morning session. From Old Trafford, Manchester, England.

10.40 Cricket. The Ashes. Fourth Test. England v Australia. Day 1. Afternoon session. From Old Trafford, Manchester, England.

3.30 Hello SA. (PG) The team goes shopping at the Adelaide Arcade and takes a look through the new Glenelg Winter Arts Festival.

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) Religious program.

4.30 A Current Affair. (R)

5.00 News Early Edition.

5.30 Today. The latest in news, current affairs, sport, politics, entertainment, fashion, health and lifestyle.

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

7.30 Hunted. In a real-life game of cat and mouse, Australians go on the run from a team of experts.

8.45 Miniseries: Riptide. (Mlv) Part 4 of 4. With Hannah vowing to clear her father’s name, Dan takes Alison to a mountain retreat where he suggests that they could move away to start a new life together.

9.45 So Help Me Todd. (PGa) Todd tries to convince his brother, Lawrence, to come home to attend the family’s Thanksgiving dinner.

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

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

12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

6am Children’s Programs. Noon Motor Racing. Formula E C’ship. Rome ePrix.

H’lights. 1.00 Life Unexpected. 2.00 Full House.

2.30 Raymond. 3.00 MacGyver. 4.00 Family Ties.

4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 FIFA Women’s World Cup Pre-Game. Pre-game coverage of the match.

8.00 Soccer. FIFA Women’s World Cup. Group B. Australia v Republic of Ireland.

10.00 FIFA Women’s World Cup Post-Game. Post-game discussion and interviews.

10.30 The Latest: Seven News.

11.00 Fantasy Island. (Ma) Three women share the same fantasy.

12.00 MOVIE: A Hidden Life. (2019, PGav) August Diehl.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 21. St George Illawarra Dragons v Wests Tigers.

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. (Mlm, R)

12.00 The First 48: Bad Tempered/ The Bully. (Malv, R)

1.00 It’s All Greek To Me. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R)

TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

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

7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (Premiere) Follows dog trainer Graeme Hall.

8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (Ma, R) Nick Amaro and Burton Lowe try to overturn a wrongful conviction in one of Cragen’s old cases.

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

10.30 Law & Order: SVU. (MA15+av, R) A teenage sex worker disappears.

11.30 The Project. (R)

Scottish Vets Down Under. (PG, R)

2.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

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

2.10 Dignity. (Malv, R)

4.00 Italian Food Safari. (R)

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

3.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

A Current

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

PUZZLES QUICK CROSSWORD

No. 141

To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: each of the nine vertical columns, each of the nine horizontal rows and each of the nine 3 x 3 boxes. Remember, no number can occur more than once in any row, column or box.

ACROSS

1 Recommence (6)

4 Region of southern Italy (8)

10 Destroy (9)

11 Nurslings (5)

12 Unpleasant to view (4)

13 Alcoholic honey drink (4)

14 Jilt (5)

16 Essence (4)

17 Porch (8)

20 Relating to cultivated land (8)

22 Masterstroke (4)

25 Fundamental (5)

26 Ornamental quartz (4)

28 Playable (4)

30 Union territory of the Republic of India (5)

31 Contract (9)

32 Famous piano first made in the 1820s (8)

33 Someone who watches (6)

DOWN

1 Mournful (6)

2 Mollusc (7)

3 Primary (4)

DECODER

5 A city and seaport of Scotland (8)

6 Envoy (10)

7 Spring back (7)

8 Aniseed liqueur (8)

9 Ornamental green stone (4)

15 Chemistry (10)

18 One of the Caribbean islands (8)

19 Vista (8)

21 Determine (7)

23 French word for planet (7)

24 Meteor’s dent (6)

27 Story (4)

29 Written reminder (4)

Using the nine letters in the grid, how many words of four letters or more can you list? The centre letter must be included and each letter may only be used once. No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural words ending in “s”.

10 words: Good

15 words: Very good 21 words: Excellent

QUICK QUIZ

No. 141

1 What do the films Gremlins It’s a Wonderful Life and Love Actually have in common?

2 Gorgeous George was famous in which sport in the 1940s and 1950s?

3 On December 24–26 of what year did Cyclone Tracy devastate Darwin?

4 What was Patti Smith’s (pictured) 1975 debut album called?

5 What is a plantain?

6 What postal code did Canada Post assign for seasonal mail addressed to Santa Claus at the North Pole?

7 Actor Mark Wahlberg was a member of which 1990s hip-hop band?

8 What was the island of Kiritimati formerly known as?

9 Australian lizards of the genus Varanus are better known by which common name?

10 In the film Babe, Babe the pig sings what Christmas song?

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No. 141

No. 141

Qld Garden Expo blooms

With thousands of plants, expert presenters and judges and Noosa chef Matt Golinski, the three-day Queensland Garden Expo — the Sunshine Coast’s largest annual event — took place at Nambour Showgrounds last weekend, attracting a crowd of gardening enthusiasts and plant lovers.

Event manager Marion Beazley said the Expo continued to be a massive drawcard for tourism on the Sunshine Coast, with approximately 65 per cent of visitors travelling from outside the region.

“The economic impact of this event is estimated to be more than $10 million, and the queues at the gates on Friday morning were testamenttohowpopulartheExpois,”shesaid.

The Expo saw the return of crowd favourites on the eight speaker stages, including Costa Georgiadis, Jerry Coleby-Williams, Claire Bickle, Sophie Thomson, Millie Ross, and Phil Dudman.

“There’s not much that beats connecting with fellow gardening enthusiasts, discussing new ideas, and contributing to the gardening community,” Mr Coleby-Williams said.

“This year was my 19th year at the Expo and what we as speakers enjoy is the opportunity to connect with Queensland’s largest audience of gardening lovers, answering all kinds of gardening-related questions and inspiring future generations with our love of gardening – the enthusiasm at the event is just incredible.”

Landscape architect Costa Georgiadis thrilled his enthusiastic following of supporters with his energetic talks, encouraging them to “put your nature goggles on” as he weaved his story about collaborative gardens and the power of plants.

He talked about work he had witnessed communities doing including a group of NDIS clients who had established aVeggie Empire by growing seedlings which were now being distributed to market gardens and landcare gardeners in Pittwater who had returned grazing land back to native bushland.

“There’s so many ways that we can see the

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when we collaborate like that on a bigger scale we can throw a blanket on that on an inclusive scale and include everyone of every ability and whether that’s edible gardens or growing for the therapeutic aspects that we all need,” he said.

“That’s a little flavour of the collaborations

that I see and the power of plants.”

International award winning floral art judge Mark Pampling said visitors were wowed by the Australian Floral Art Association’s National Convention ‘Nature’s Expressions’ competition hosted for the first time at this year’s Expo.

Poultry judge Brian Bennett inspects the fowls.

Costa Georgiadis captures the audience’s attention.

Plants were on show.

“This year’s competition offered Expo visitors a showcase of extraordinary and innovative designs that you would be unlikely to see with everyday floral arrangements,” he said.

“We are thrilled to announce that Ngaire Gamack has emerged as the winner of the 2023 Australian Floral Art Association’s National Convention ‘Nature’s Expressions’ competition taking home the $300 prize.”

National poultry judge Brian Bennett shared some of his knowledge of poultry collected over 60 years involvement with them.

He told guests the best backyard fowl were heavy, soft feathered birds such as Australorps and Rhode Island Reds and to purchase them from reputable breeders.

Mr Bennett said feeding them well, making sure they had fresh, clean water and being mindful of parasites and mites were essential to keeping backyard poultry.

This year’s event also saw the Expo announce a new partnership with Queensland Country Bank.

“Events like the Queensland Garden Expo would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors,” Ms Beazley said.

The Queensland Garden Expo is an annual event held in July. To find out more visit www. qldgardenexpo.com.au.

Borumba Pumped Hydro Project

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The Queensland Government recently announced $6 billion in funding to progress the 2,000 MW Borumba Pumped Hydro Project. This will allow Queensland Hydro to undertake exploratory works, environmental studies and construction, subject to approvals.

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Celebrity gardener Costa Georgiadis had a keen following at the garden expo.

Pictures: ROB MACCOLL

The serious business of judging the floristry designs.Bill and Ben the flower-pot men wandered across the expo.

A floral tribute on stilts.

Zander Rowling, 6, creating a fairy garden at the Queensland Country Bank workshop.

The ZEN DURO project

By Zero Emissions Noosa

Year 6 students from Sunshine Beach State School were recently involved in the ZEN DURO 2023 project about the use of swappable batteries for electric vehicles and how they could work in our community.

The research project was led by Year 6 teacher Hamish Black, assisted by ZEN member Gwenn Davidson. ZEN DURO was a practical application of energy use and energy efficiency for transport using radio controlled cars, as well as introducing students to the concept of swappable batteries as a power source for EVs.

The project started with the swappable battery concept that Gogoro operates in Taiwan, and that thinking was applied to using swap-and-go batteries in Noosa and the wider Queensland community. Students mapped out travel routes to find out where it would be necessary to locate swap-and-go EV batteries to support this transportation idea.

When driving the remote controlled cars, the students hooked up to batteries. They could stop at cones along their trial route which were marked and labelled to correspond with their content about the towns they were visiting.This showed the value that swapand-go batteries would bring to communities as well as their efficiency.

Radio controlled Ferraris [1:14 scale] and a Kombi ute were used to add to the fun. Learning how to test voltage and approximately how far they could go was part of the knowledge necessary to make the project work. From this project, the students proved that you could drive to many places in Queensland in an EV with a swappable battery, if there were enough

communities that used this swappable model. The advantage of this system is that it is fast, as there is no waiting time to recharge the EV battery. The driver just swaps the battery and off he or she goes.

According to teacher Hamish Black, the project was an ideal way to cover many different parts of the curriculum - from renewable energy and electrical circuitry to design technology for the ZEN DURO logo, to maths, where the students worked out the distances to be covered and English and marketing, with students making posters to advertise the trips to the communities involved.

This project was a real life simulation for the students. By applying what they learned

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in the project, they could see how using swap and go batteries could be a real life solution to reducing transport emissions. A highlight was welcoming the UQ EV Racing Team and Team Arrow Solar Car Challenge Teams, with their respective cars, to the school. Both teams did presentations to share knowledge and highlight the exciting journey ahead for the students in today’s changing transportation environment. They also highlighted what may be possible if they study STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths) subjects at secondary school.

ZEN members Vivien Griffin and Lyn and Geoff Black also brought their EV cars to the school to show and talk to students about how

they are different from petrol and diesel driven cars and how they help to reduce emissions.

The ZEN DURO programme concluded with a demonstration of their work at the recent EV Expo in Noosa Junction last month. Thanks to Noosa Council for the originally funding this project in 2022. All involved agreed this project was inspiring and the students were incredibly enthusiastic! It was a great team effort – students, teacher, racing teams and ZEN.

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Build for shared future

If Noosa Council want to get serious about what goes into landfill then introduce laws/requirements about what is permitted to go into a large skip bin during renovations and demolitions. I have just watched with horror the abhorrent waste of perfectly sound building materials go into numerous skips over months from a house renovation. It must be stopped.

Judy Davies, Noosaville

Report says it all

The Robodebt scammers operated from 2014 to 2020 - ‘Venality’: corrupt, prepared to take bribes;‘Incompetence’: not qualified or able (to do); ‘Cowardice’: lacking courage. Who voted for these scammers? Just asking for a friend.

Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach

Robodebt ripples

This modern day Sheriff Of Nottingham was joined by a now ruthless Robin Hood Hood and his merry men and even a modern day Maid Marian who have turned history around to suit their egotistical ways.

From robbing the rich to give to the poor a complete reversal.

Which then resulted in loss of life to a group of people through suicide and forever mental health problems for those left.

We can only hope that the new Sheriff Of Nottingham will ensure the guilty are severely punished and made to publicly make a sincere apology to all Australians. It shouldn’t be too hard for one who has past experience in preaching from the Pulpit.

It’s time for leniency granted to certain people due to their position in public life be abolished and they be made to account for what was outright bullying as it was not to directly fill their own pockets.

They were in the positions to set example and rule for all not their EGO’S and a safe seat in Parliament.

Ernest Wright, Tewantin

Experts rebut Voice fears

R. McGrath (Letters 7 July) expresses concern regarding potential negative impacts from the Voice to Parliament. However, I am happy to report that both the Solicitor-General and former High Court Chief Justice Robert French, together with other highly respected constitutional law experts, have reviewed such concerns and found them to be without merit.

Robert French (Financial Review 4/2/23) examines constitutional issues with respect to the Voice, and states: “The Voice is a big idea but not a complicated one. It is low risk for a high return. The high return is found in the act of recognition, historical fairness and practical benefit to lawmakers, governments, the Australian people and Australia’s First peoples.”

He continues,“TheVoice proposal is a oncein-a-lifetime opportunity for Australia to fill a gaping hole in our Constitution – to recognise our first history and the first peoples who bear it and the painful legacy of its collision with the second history of colonisation.

“The high return against low risk is that the Voice will provide a practical opportunity for First Peoples to give informed and coherent and reliable advice to the Parliament and the

government to assist them in law and policymaking in one of the most difficult areas of contemporary government.”

We can also take note of the Solicitor-General’s detailed legal assessment of 21 March, which concludes that the Voice “ is not just compatible with the system of representative and responsible government prescribed by the Constitution, but an enhancement of that system.”

Our forefathers set a high bar for a successful referendum so it is a huge privilege to vote on such matters. On this historic issue in particular, I encourage everyone to do their homework prior to voting.

Vivien Griffin, Marcus Beach

Cooroy Golf Club votes again

The judge hearing the GemLife appeal, at the end of this month, has asked the developer to provide evidence that would assure the court that Cooroy Golf Club members are satisfied the recent changes to its proposal are accept-

able.

In response to this request, the Cooroy Golf Club has organised a Special General Meeting, for members to vote on a motion to ‘authorise the Management Committee of the Club to do all things to support the development application and development’.

When voting, I hope the club members will consider Cooroy’s residents. The introduction of over 400 residents to our small, rural town would not be in our best interests, as the unplanned growth would add considerably to the present traffic congestion and further decrease parking availability.

Also, our medical facilities are already stretched to the limit, and this influx of ageing residents would only add to the problem.

There appears to be little support for this development in the community.

Julia Walkden, Cooroy

Force of will

As a member of the Cooroy Golf Club, I am one

of the many members who is not in favour of GemLife usurping our Golf Club.

I would like to know how developers can ignore unanimous Council decisions and like a spoiled child run to a higher authority to force their will onto dissenters.

As the Development will affect the whole town of Cooroy I also question why it is only Golf Club members who will manage to GET to the Special meeting who will decide on the outcome and not a general town meeting where all residents of Cooroy can have their voice heard. To have 400+ people and their vehicles become part Cooroy in a short space of time will seriously stretch the infrastructure which is already struggling to meet demands.

I would like to think that common sense would encourage members to vote No and to ignore the Carrot on the Stick which GemLife is waving under their noses. Unfortunately, so many members do not line IN Cooroy, so care not for the complex negatives this influx of people and cars will have on our town and district.

Jenny Webster, Cooroy

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Pauline Harris captured this image of Mt Coolum dwarfed by the cloud. It was taken from Mt Tinbeerwah. If you have a Lenscape please email to newsdesk@noosatoday.com.au

Floating Land unveiled

Floating Land, Noosa’s highly anticipated art in the environment biennale, has ignited a wave of excitement and curiosity within the community this winter. The recent unveiling of FL23 Unauthorised Voices program online marks a groundbreaking shift in how the event’s installations are presented and perceived.

Carefully curated, Floating Land: Us and Them showcases a diverse lineup of artists whose thought-provoking works prompt us to question our place in the world. As a collective, these artists challenge our assumptions, unravel prejudice, and present creations that embrace the power of discomfort. Audiences are invited to embark on a journey that interweaves art, nature, and the human condition.

Floating Land curator Michael Brennan said “while some of these works may initially push us out of our comfort zones, they provide an opportunity to step into someone else’s shoes and gain fresh perspectives. By finding common ground, we foster connections within our community, transcending divisions.”

In a departure from traditional art jargon, FL23 Unauthorised Voices sees descriptions, reviews, and interpretations of the installations by members of the local community propelled to the foreground. Community Critics and Kidsplained for example, offer accessible interpretations through the eyes of diverse community members, including children.

Sparking conversations online, Community Critics sees art reviews written by community members including Graham Causon, a local barber, dedicated lifesaver Nikolai Knudsen, Cr Amelia Lorentson from the Noosa Shire Council, naturopath Lucy Schmid and even artificial intelligence chatbot Chat GPT. Com-

munity Critics invites the community to join the conversation online and contribute their own thoughts and reflections.

For Kidsplained, Red Handed Productions, who work in collaboration with First Nations leaders, recently captured the genuine reactions of local children encountering Floating Land 2023 projects for the first time. Through a series of ten short videos, the children share their thoughts, emotions, and interpretations, providing a unique glimpse into the installations’ impact on young minds. Shared across Floating Land’s social media platforms, these videos offer the delightful honesty and unfiltered viewpoints of children.

The final project for FL23 Unauthorised Voices is FL23 Zines which unites young designers, artists, local galleries, and the community in responding creatively to the theme of ‘Us and Them.’ The result is an extraordinary collection of zine publications that push the boundaries of contemporary design and explore the core themes of Floating Land 2023. Visitors will be able to see these zines in print at Noosa Regional Gallery and online via the Floating Land website.

Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart, expresses her delight at the community’s enthusiastic involvement in Floating Land this year, stating, “It’s fantastic to witness such widespread engagement and diverse contributions to Floating Land. The collective voices of our community enhance the chorus of creativity.”

Floating Land 2023 is more than an exhibition—it’s a celebration of community, creativity, and the power of art to bridge gaps, challenge conventions, and foster unity. Join us in this remarkable journey and be a part of the ongoing conversation.

Floating Land: us and them will run until 30 July. Entry to the event is free.Visit floatingland.org.au

Enjoy artist-led talks, events at Experimental Life Forms

Enjoy artist-led talks, events, and more at Experimental Life Forms: International Triennial of Media Art, coming to Queensland exclusively at Noosa Regional Gallery.

Experimenta Life Forms: International Triennial of Media Art opens on 6 August at Noosa Regional Gallery and includes 26 boundary-pushing international and Australian artists showcasing art across robotics, bio art, screen-based works, installations, participatory and generative art.

Curated by Jonathan Parsons, Lubi Thomas, and Jessica Clark; the exhibition thoughtprovokingly engages with ideas of how new understandings of biological and artificial life are challenging human-centric thinking.

Noosa Regional Gallery Director Michael Brennan said, “Technology-based art offers endless opportunities for artists and audiences to connect, participate, interact, and share in unexpected creative experiences.”

“Shaping immersive experiences while navigating diverse concepts, this kind of art opens the door to dynamic and evolving relationship between artists and audiences. We’re excited to offer such unique experiences to Sunshine Coast audiences.”

The eighth national touring exhibition from Experimenta, champion of art unbound by convention, the exhibition runs from 6 August until 1 October as part of a three-year Australian tour that began in Hobart in March 2021.

“Noosa Regional Gallery is thrilled to be the Queensland venue selected for this outstandingTriennial of Media Art,” Mr Brennan said.

“You normally have to visit major City

galleries for shows of this calibre, so to bring these works to regional audiences is a real treat.”

Notable artworks include:

PULSE: The Life Force of Trees by PluginHuman (Betty Sargeant and Justin Dwyer), an immersive installation documenting significant trees across the globe through an LED light installation.

DJ Moss by Thomas Marcusson, a work where a plant takes over the DJ decks.

Pioneers of the ‘Bioart’ movement Oron Catts and Ionat Zurr will present an installation work entitled Biomess featuring significant natural history specimens from around the world.

Get up close and personal with the exhibition and enjoy a variety of in-person events taking place at the gallery until October!

Experimenta Life Forms: International Triennial of Media Art will run from 6 August to 1 October 2023. Entry to the exhibition is free.

Visit noosaregionalgallery.com.au

Join us for the official opening event on Saturday 5 August 2023 from 5.30 to 7.30pm. Free tickets are available via the website.

Experimenta Life Forms (2021) Plimsoll Gallery, UTAS, Hobart (TAS). Justine Emard, ‘Soul Shift’ (rear); Laura Woodward, ‘Planet’ (foreground).

Picture: RÉMI CHAUVIN

Gosia Wlodarczak, Shared Space, Frost Drawing for Noosa, Floating Land 2023.

Picture: WARWICK GOW

Juan Ford, Custodians of the Interval, Floating Land 2023. Picture: ROB MACCOLL

Laura Woodward, How do we hold these things together?, Picture: WARWICK GOW

Aunty Helena Gulash and James Muller, Kabi Kabi Reflections. Picture: MICHAEL BRENNAN

A‘Pirates’ extravaganza

Opening on 19 July is Noosa Arts Theatre’s next extravaganza – Pirates of Penzance, the Gilbert and Sullivan classic.

The story has been around since 1879 and there have been many productions around the world both on stage and film.

You may remember the wonderful late Jon English playing Pirate King in many Australian productions as well as our own fabulous Anthony Warlow. Perhaps you would have seen Kevin Kline and Linda Ronstadt in the cinematic version back in 1983.

In brief it tells the story of young Frederic who has been shipped off to join the pirates instead of pilots due to his nanny (Ruth) who heard the word wrong.

He has to remain an apprentice until his 21st birthday which unfortunately for him falls on the 29 February so a birthday every four years makes him 63 when he’s 21? Confused? Yes especially when he meets and falls in love with a beautiful girl called Mabel who agrees to wait for him.

Gary Morris plays the Pirate King and rocks the stage not unlike his predecessors.

Gary has been involved with music most of his life which was kick-started at the ripe old age of six when he won a singing competition.

After a TV appearance he was asked to join the Australian U2 band playing “Bono” the lead singer.

He toured both nationally and internationally winning huge acclaim wherever they went. He has a few strings to his bow having a wide technical knowledge with music production

plus he’s handy with a needle and thread making his own costumes. Add to that he also is a sculptor.

There’s a big cast in the show and mostly made up of new faces to Noosa Arts Theatre. So grab your eye patch, peg leg and pirates

and book online now for Pirates of Penzance tickets at https://9343.sales.ticketsearch.com/ sales/salesevent/92713

Musical mix: Bangers and Mash show in Eumundi

Put Saturday 29 July in your diary for what will be a night of high energy brass and percussive beats when the Hot Potato Band take to the stage inThe Brewery atThe Imperial Hotel Eumundi. They will be supported by Hayden Hack.

Performing their new ‘Bangers and Mash’ show, the Hot Potato Band will have you dancing and singing along to your favourite songs in a way you’ve never heard them before. Renowned for their original music and festival appearances, Hot Potato Band has a knack for covering great songs in their own brassy way.

They have spent the last year building ‘Bangers and Mash’ with a unique vision in mind - to pair their electrifying brass covers with the finest breweries around. The result is a show that captures the essence of great music and great beer, all in one unforgettable experience.

Warm up for this show with a handful of released brass covers on Hot Potato Band’s Youtube channel, and be sure to check out their back catalogue of original tunes (sure to be snuck into the set on the night).

Hot Potato Band’s larger-than-life brass collective really is a breath of fresh air, setting a new bar for energetic and interactive musical performances.

Finding home in Sydney, their positive coastal energy pushes euphoric boundaries in their bold quest to reignite acoustic instrumentation.

The band’s 10-year street performing history and unique sound is built on the backs of three drummers, a sousaphone and five horns that cover catchy chorus lines, providing a beautiful harmonic cloud for Ben (vocalist) to float above.

HPB is un-bound by genres, stages and audiences. They are re-inventive of the traditional street brass band as a modern-day dance machine and visual spectacle for all demographics with a strong sense of pride for their fun-loving, organic, and quirky musical nature.

Supporting them on the night is Hayden Hack, the award-winning South African songwriter and musician – a trailblazing maestro crafting sonic wonders. With his unique blend of guitar and vocal soundscape, Hayden seamlessly incorporates live looping techniques into his performances.

· This is an 18+ event.

· Doors open at 7.30pm

TICKETS: $35 (+booking fee) through Oztix

BY W.S. GILBERT & A. SULLIVAN

The Pirates of Penzance

DIRECTED BY JANE RIVERS

PREVIEW *: JULY 20 AT 7:30PM | *ALL TICKETS $30

EVENINGS: JULY 21, 27, 28, 29 & AUG 3, 4, 5 AT 7:30PM

MATINEES: JULY 22, 23, 29, 30 & AUG 6 AT 2:00PM CHARITY

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The Hot Potato Band are set to take to the stage in The Brewery at The Imperial Hotel Eumundi.

Harry, Margaret and Gary - three musketeers.

Retro vibes on a cold Noosa night

On a cold night in Noosa, there was warmth and chatter at the official opening night of All Day Sunrise by Melbourne artist Steve Rosendale.

Having been immersed in old movies since childhood and collecting retro imagery in the form of advertisements and old holiday post cards from the 1960’s, Steve has referenced many images in his vibrant oil paintings.

From the beginning of his art career Steve has been fascinated to the depth in which he can dive into an exciting image.

From the early days of studying, Steve’s genre of art was focused.

“I could start playing with the idea of a picture within a picture,” Steve said.

“A frame within a frame. I could use an image from a page, for example a vintage car magazine sitting on a coffee table. I could paint the whole scene as it is. I could zoom in on the magazine and leave out the table, or I could just single out the image on the cover and only paint that. The possibilities seemed endless.”

The evening at The G Contemporary in Hastings Street on Saturday 8 July was wonderful.

Art lovers mingled with Steve Rosendale and Gallery Directors Steve and Karen Beardsley amongst the retro images indulging in a night of nostalgia.

The exhibition is showing daily until 23 July.

There will be another opportunity to meet the artist Steve Rosendale at a Champagne Reception on Saturday 15 July from 5 - 7pm to coincide with Noosa Concours d’Elegance.

RSVP through Eventbrite: eventbrite.com.

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Celebrating 30 years of Noosa Arts

The 30th anniversary of the Noosa Arts and Crafts Association (NACA) will be celebrated with a new art exhibition called Reflections, opening Saturday 15 July, 10am at Wallace House, 1 Wallace Drive, Noosaville.

Noosa MP Sandy Bolton will officially open the exhibition, which reflects on the 30 year history of the Noosa Arts and Crafts Association.

NACA president Jan Bentley said, “This is a significant celebration for Noosa and the local arts community.”

“Many of our artists have taken the topic of ‘reflections’ and incorporated it into their work, including the history associated with Noosa and Wallace House. Much of the ceramic work and paintings featured in the exhibition is thoughtprovoking and evocative of our natural environment and history.”

The opening event for Reflections will alsofeaturelocalmusicianVickiBairdand include the much-loved delicious treats, including scones, at the Wallace House Pop-Upcafe. LocalartistsalsosawReflection as a great opportunity to focus on the beauty of Noosa’s waterways, which features prominently throughout many pieces.

The exhibition, which also includes the history of Wallace House, will run through 28 July. Open hours are from 9am to 3pm.

For more information visit noosaartsandcrafts.org.au

Savour the coast’s celebrated Asian cuisine in August

Spicers Tamarind Retreat and the Sunshine Coast Asian Food Festival are giving foodies the perfect reason to make a weekend escape to the country, for Saturday 5 August.

There will be a spicy blend of four of the region’s most iconic Asian restaurants in a deeply nourishing afternoon of live music, chilled drinks, market stalls and masterclasses, served on Spicers Tamarind Retreat’s verdant 18-acre property, just outside Maleny.

Visitors will be able to savour unique, street-food style dishes from the iconic Spirit House restaurant, as well as local favourites Sum Yung Guys and Rice Boi, and the Retreat’s own Tamarind Restaurant, led by Sunshine Coast native and acclaimed executive chef, Daniel Jarrett.

Dan welcomes putting on a feast of local produce for a happy crowd.

“For all of these chefs, it’s an opportunity to put a spotlight on the amazing produce we get to use every day, and show off our skills for more people in an afternoon than we’d usually see in a week,” Dan said.

Return buses will be run to Spicers Tamarind Retreat from Brisbane, Noosa, Caloundra and Mooloolaba, delivering guests 15 minutes before the Festival opens at 1pm, and departing from Spicers Tamarind Retreat at 5pm to the respective locations.

So, leave the car at home, bring a picnic blanket, relax in the sunshine with your friends and family, and savour the amazing tastes of Asia at Spicers Tamarind Retreat on Saturday 5 August.

As director of Maleny Food Co. gourmet gelato and sorbet, Norman Scott explains that they’ve been working with Spicers Tamarind Retreat for the past few years on a unique Asian-flavoured frozen treat for each Sunshine Coast Asian Food Festival.

Norman says, “We source our milk from a local dairy farm here up on the Blackall Range, and wherever possible we use local produce, like macadamias, ginger and fruits, and we’re putting an Asian spin on those kind of flavours for the Festival.”

To match the sensational food on offer, an epic round of the Sunshine Coast’s own bev-

erage producers will be pouring the drinks.

There will be craft beer from Moffat Beach Brewing Co, inspired cocktails from Sunshine and Sons Cocktail Bar, Brockenchack Wines (locally owned BarossaValley winery), as well as prestige Champagne by the glass and bottle from the prestige House of Taittinger.

Sunny Coast Water will have the most delicious way to stay cool and hydrated through the day, with a thirst-quenching range of non-alcoholic beverages, including kombucha.

“The people who come to the festival, just love it,” says Norman, “there’s a little bit of music, they can have heaps of great food, a couple of drinks, and relax in the gardens.”

Tom Hitchcock, head chef of Spirit House inYandina, has had the Sunshine Coast Asian Food Festival on his hit-list since it began.

“Asian cuisine has a big part of my background, and I want to showcase our local produce in Spirit House style ….. and it will be interesting to see what all these chefs, who specialize in different Asian cuisines, come up with.”

Chef Tom and his team will be offering a prawn roll made with Mooloolaba king prawn meat in BBQ-toasted Taiwanese milk

buns, covered with a slaw of cabbage, kaffir lime, shallots, spring onion,Vietnamese mint and Thai basil, with a green nam jim dressing of local Green Valley finger lime, mayonnaise and chervil.

He explains that the dish is inspired by his time in Thailand.

“I would walk down the road, from where I was staying, in the afternoon, to get a milk bun shaped like a hot dog roll with various toppings and fillings,” Tom says. “So, for this dish I kept the traditional combination of prawns and green nahm, which is traditionally used as a seafood dipping sauce.”

Sum Yung Guys in Noosaville has built a strong following for their individual take on classic Asian street-food, and the guys in question, chefs and co-owners Michael ‘Moe’ Rickard, Jeremiah Jones and Matt Sinclair, are showcasing a version of the muchloved dish of Hainanese chicken, made with steamed chicken thigh, spring onion, ginger relish, chilli sauce and garlic rice.

They recommend a cold beverage that will let the dish’s robust flavours take the foreground, like a white wine or lager.

The Sunshine Coast Asian Food Festival is part of The Curated Plate – Culinary Festival 2023, a 10-day celebration of the region’s

produce, producers and chefs, supported by Tourism and Events Queensland, the Sunshine Coast Council andVisit Sunshine Coast.

The Official 2023 Curated Plate program offers more than 100 events across the region from 28 July to 6 August 2023, showcasing over 300 local producers and suppliers.

FESTIVAL TICKETS and TRAVEL:

· Event: The Sunshine Coast Asian Food Festival

· Where: Spicers Tamarind Retreat, 88 Obi Lane South, Maleny QLD

· When: Saturday 5 August 2023 from 1pm to 6pm (guests can enter from 12:00pm)

· Bus Travel: Buses will depart 11am Brisbane, 11.30am Noosa, 12noon Caloundra and Mooloolaba. ETA at Spicers Tamarind Retreat is 12:45pm. Tickets are $30pp from Brisbane, $20pp from the other locations.

· Noosa Heads: Bus departs Noosa Junction Bus Station, 26 Sunshine Beach Road, at 11:30am; departs Noosa Heads Bus Station at 11:35am.

· Tickets: Available through Humantix or Spicers Tamarind Retreat Sunshine Coast Asian Food Festival at spicersretreats.com/ sunshine-coast-asian-food-festival-2023/

The Sunshine Coast Asian Food Festival is part of The Curated Plate festival.

Melbourne artist Steve Rosendale and gallery directors Steve and Karen Beardsley.

Jazz at the Majestic

Noosa Jazz Club presents John Reeves Quintet at the Majestic Theatre, Pomona on 27 June from 1-3.30pm.

The John Reeves Quintet is a swinging jazz band performing music from New Orleans, The Great American Song Book, and Latin America with a little Gypsy Jazz thrown in for good measure.

The Quintet is guaranteed to get toes tapping. They’ll delight you with wild flights of

NOOSA SUNNY FUNDRAISERS

We are having a Nearly New Garage sale at CWA Hall, Poinciana Ave, Tewantin on Saturday 22 July from 8.30am to raise money for domestic violence. There will be a cake stall and raffle as well. Any questions phone Annie on 0409385566.

FROM BACH TO RACHMANINOV

We will be launching a new group inviting all enthusiasts of classical music to experience their favourite programs on a big screen with a fantastic sound system in a great setting at the Tewantin U3A each Wednesday 10.30am –12.30pm starting 26 July. Interested? Call Barry 0478 837 708 or email barry.henze@gmail.com

RED CROSS BRANCH MEETING / AGM

Red Cross Tewantin Noosa Branch annual general meeting will be held on Friday 21 July at 9.30am at Tewantin Noosa RSL. Contact Julie for more information on 0407 571 282.

NOOSA CWA

Tewantin Noosa CWA’s Annual General Meeting will be held at 5pm Wednesday 26 July at the CWA Hall, 123 Poinciana Avenue,Tewantin. Guest speaker will be Noosa MP Sandy Bolton. Another of the very popular Street Stalls will be selling baked goodies, handcrafts and plantings on Thursday 27 July from 8am until sold out.

MEN’S SHED

The Noosa Men’s Shed provides a venue for the men of Noosa to gather in an environment of “mateship“. It aims to advance the health, well being and social inclusion based on individual interests of the members. The Shed also offers facilities and support for many activities: woodwork, metalwork, gardening, arts studio, music, hobbies (leatherwork, technology, amateur radio), health and wellbeing, bee keeping, aquaponics and hydroponics.

It opens Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8am to 12pm at Rotary Lane offWallum Lane, Noosa Springs. To join visit or call on 0402 595 094 to have a chat.

PHOTO CLUB

We meet on the second Monday of each month at Uniting Church Hall, 6 Grasstree Court Sun-

improvisational fancy and embrace you with a warm affection for live music, shenanigans, and laughter.

Brisbane’s acclaimed jazz musicians John Reeves (accordion), Jan Van Dijk (violin), Rory Dollard (guitar), Benjamin King (double bass) and Chris Evans (drums) provide stunning musicianship mixed with merry entertainment.

Tickets $30 plus booking fee, (members $5 discount) available from noosajazzclub.com The Elderly Brothers will perform at Yandina.

rise Beach at 7pm.The club comprises all levels of expertise form novice to professional. The night comprises a guest speaker, supper and our monthly critique of member’s work. Visitors welcome.

NOOSA U3A FRIDAY TALKS

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

· Friday 4 August - Zana Dare - Deception on the High Seas – the intriguing voyage of French explorer Bougainville.

· Friday 11 August - Alan Roberts -The Life and Times of Nicolas and Alexandra - Session 1 of a 7 week series.

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

ARTS AND CRAFTS

Exhibition: REFLECTIONS: Opening by Sandy Bolton Saturday 15 July, 10 am with music and refreshments. Pop-up cafe 15 and 16 July. Members will be exhibiting their arts and crafts through to Friday 28 July.

Workshops:

· Outside the box - construction and colour with Charlotte Wensley: Saturday and Sunday 29 and 30 July, 9 am – 4 pm.

· Pen and wash 2 (advanced) with Lizzie Connor: Starting Tuesday 1 August for 4 weeks, 9 am – 12 noon.

· Abstraction with Jenny Hines: Saturday and Sunday 12 and 13 August, 10 am – 3 pm. To book events phone 5474 1211, email create@ noosaartsandcrafts.org.au or visit noosaartsandcrafts.org.au

TEWANTIN NOOSA LIONS

Looking for something exciting and different. We Serve is our motto and we have fun doing it. Interested? Contact us - we meet atTewantin Noosa RSL club first and third Tuesday of the month 6.30pm.We would love to meet you.

COMMUNITY GARDEN

Noosa Community Garden is back in full swing attracting a lot of new members. Come along and visit. During winter months we start gardening at 8am on Fridays and Sundays at Wallace park. Feel free to join us for a cuppa at 10am. Enquires: June Copeman on 0412 384

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VIEW CLUB

Noosaville Lunch time View Club supports the education of children through The Smith Family Charity. 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 with a guest speaker and update on our Learning for Life students. For more information callWendy Brooks on 0417 267 281

PROBUS NOOSA RIVER

Our club offers many activities: art, craft, book club,canasta,coffeemornings,creativewriting, golf, lunch outings, Mah-jong, Scrabble, theatre (local and Brisbane), walking trips, ukulele and wine appreciation Nights. Monthly meetings are on the first Monday of each month at the Girraween Sports Complex Clubhouse (Entrance off roundabout adjacent Eenie Creek Rd and Langura St) at 9am. Call 0410 687 639.

CLASSICAL MUSIC GROUP

We meet in a private home in Noosaville every Thursday at 2pm and we either watch a Classical Music DVD or listen to a Classical Music CD. Why not give us a try? There is no charge but I ask for a $2 donation for afternoon tea and biscuits. For details ring Lyn on 5449 0537.

NORTH TEWANTIN BUSHCARE

Join the North Tewantin Bush Care Group of local volunteers every first and third Sunday of the month from 7.30-9.30am. We weed and plant along the river. It is light work and a lot of fun. All equipment is provided and an excellent morning tea follows. Grab a hat and come along. Ring 0432 384 596.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Tewantin Noosa Meals on Wheels requires more volunteers for local deliveries and kitchen assistants. We provide a high standard of meals to those in our community requiring our service, which is only possible through the generosity of volunteers like you. As a volunteer driver, vouchers are available toward petrol costs. Contact the office on 5449 7659 or email tnmow@bigpond.com

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 theTewantin Noosa Bowls Club, 65 Hilton Tce, Tewantin on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 9am. For details phone Barbara on 0491 354 054.

Meals roster

Weekly Roster for Tewantin- Noosa

Meals on Wheels beginning Monday 17 July.

Monday Drivers: Tony, Darryl, Ray Z, Gail, Maria and James, Rosemary, Joy, Lorraine, Jason, Robyn, Racheal and Ella

Kitchen: Denise, Jenny, Ruth

Tuesday Drivers: Bruce, Darryl, Tania and Friends, Penny, Driver needed E run, Graeme C, Barani and Peter, Amy, Simone, Deidre

Kitchen: Christine, Ann

Wednesday Drivers: Martina, Keven Mc, Alan and Cynthia, Darryl, Kevin (end), Paul, Driver needed G run, Melody and Kath, Simone, John and Helen, Driver needed K run

Kitchen: Denise, Christine, Jerry, John, Judy

Thursday Drivers: Kyle, Peter, Sue, Donna and Julie, Margo and Jim, John E, Kerryn and Stuart, Martin, Martina, Sharon and Mal

Kitchen: Donal, Vicki, Sharon, Claire, Loz

You can also check the roster on our website www.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.

Get active in Noosa today

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

CROQUET

Every Sunday morning is Come and Try Day at the Club in Noosa Waters attractive grounds in Seashell Place. Be at the Club by 8.15am where experienced trainers will help you understand what this strategic game is all about. And remember our offer – four free lessons before you need to think about joining.For further information ring Niven on 0428799987.

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 C arpet Bowls Club would love to welcome new members to join us each Friday morning at the Leisure Centre inWallace 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 1011.45am at the Catholic Parish Hall, Moorindil Street, Tewantin. We are a 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 every Thursday at The Uniting Church Hall, Werin St, Tewantin. Beginners start class

Come on, give bowls a go

Cooroy Community Bowls Club season one of the High Rollers and Business Bowls competitions have ended with the next season due to commence in September.

The Business Bowls competition was won by Pages. Congratulations to Alan Page, Eric Kenzler and Gary Page who each took home a $100 meat pack voucher fromWrights butchers, who are one of the Club’s sponsors.

Congratulations to the Yandina team, MitchWard, Greg Smith and Tom Brook, who took out the High Rollers trophy this season.

The club is looking for bowlers and/or teams of three bowlers to compete in their

Business Bowls and High Rollers competitions. Business Bowls are played onWednesday nights from 6.30-8pm, and High Rollers on Thursday nights from 6-8pm. Both competitions are mixed three bowl triples.

Contact Mike for Business Bowls on 0411 878 341 or for High Rollers contact Maureen on 0419 588 661 or Eileen on 0411 666 967.

Social bowls are played every Tuesday and Saturday afternoon at the Cooroy Community Bowls Club located at Your Mates Bowls Pub, 5 Opal Street, Cooroy. Simply turn up at 12 noon. For more information phone club president Maureen on 0419 588 661.

at 4.45pm and do combined work with the intermediate class from 5-5.45pm. The intermediate class runs from 5-6pm. Contact Helen on 0448621788 for more.

SUNDAY DANCE

Dance lessons are on Sundays at Tewantin Masonic Hall, Moorindil St. Lessons begin at 12.30pm 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. 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 5-5.50pm (Beginners), Friday 9-10am (All levels) at Performing Arts Factory, 2/6-8 Rene St, Noosaville. Phone Angelika on 0488 088 633.

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.

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The Driving Force Behind the Noosa

Police get the upper hand

The game was full on but good-natured when Noosa firefighters and police came together last Saturday for a Guns N Hoses Charity cricket match T20 at Tewantin Noosa Cricket Club.

Police came out winners on the day but the game was more about camaraderie and friendship than winners and losers.

Noosa Queensland Fire and Emergency Services chief station officer Rob Frey kicked off the event by paying tribute to the police for the work they do every day to keep everyone safe and for their professionalism which “is outstanding”.

He acknowledged the recent loss of lives of members of the police force around the country.

“Behind every officer is a family,” he said.

Noosa MP Sandy Bolton said every day police and firefighters put us first and not themselves.

“We love and respect everything you do for us,” she said.

The charity cricket match brought together local police and fire rescue officers for a friendly cricket match as well as raising money to benefit the Police and Fire Rescue Legacy Charities, providing vital support to the families of fallen officers.

Thrill fest: Win puts Dolphins in top-of-table battle

By Jon Lewis

With the pressure of needing to win to ensure they could keep in touch with the top four, the Ray White Noosa Dolphins took on second placed Caloundra in the final home game last Saturday. Under the solid and consistent direction of Borore Horton at number 10, the Dolphins thrilled the crowd taking out the match 34-31 with a final-second penalty goal.

Facing a strong fightback into the second half from the highly fancies Caloundra side, the Dolphins try line defence was exceptional, making up for the at times questionable mid field defence providing the visitors too many opportunities. Pleasing for coach Michael Phelan was the effort in face of the injury toll the club is facing.

“We started the match behind the eight ball having lost several first-string reserves

that would have benched for us, to be compounded by the match ending injury to winger Tom Payne in the 7th minute. Our reserve half back moved onto the wing as a replacement. It’s a credit to those replace-

ments we did have who were tremendous when they came onto the field,” Phelan said.

No nonsense workhorse lock Jonathan Davey again stood tall in what Phelan observed as his best performance this season in winning the man of the match honours.

Now sitting one point behind this weekend’s opponents Wynnum, Saturdays match at Wynnum is another must win for the Dolphins to remain in finals contention.

“Wynnum have improved immensely over the past couple of years and at home will be a big challenge for us. The pressure remains and it simply up to us from here on in. As they say, our destiny is in our own hands,” said coach Phelan.

In a top of the table battle for the Ray White Reserves, it was a disappointing result for the Dolphins going down 37-27 against Caloundra. The locals struggled to control

the game and at times failed to stick to their game plan and structure. “Although they displayed glimpses of attacking brilliance, it wasn’t enough to hold out the skilled opponents,” said Coach Haydn Perugini.

Notwithstanding the result, player of the match Alfie Hill, Alex Tollis, Dan Cash and Josh Munro put in outstanding performances.

The senior women started the day positively with a strong 17-10 victory against their much more fancied opponents.

Matches all atWynnum this weekend with amended match times:

· 1.30pm Reserve Grade

· 3pm A Grade

· 4.45pm Womens

For all your updated Ray White Dolphins News, please check out the Dolphins Facebook.

Dolphins celebrate after hard fought win.

Police and firefighters acknowledge fallen comrades in silence last Saturday.

Pictures: ROB MACCOLL

Game on between emergency service officers.Good hit by firefighters.

Full on approach by police.

Talking tactics on the run.

A piper played as emergency services workers marched on to the field.

Police and firefighters held a service to acknowledge colleagues who had been lost.

The battle of the jungle

By Julian Pitts

The Rococo Noosa Tigers have put behind a lack lustre opening quarter where they trailed by as much as 29 points to completely out pressure and overtake a strong Labrador outfit at Weyba Rd last Saturday.

Led by the examples of their leaders Laskey, Rogers, Fitzpatrick and Buntain Noosa’s pressure and general attack on the ball was just exemplary from half through the second quarter to the final siren. The defence was superbly strengthened by the return of class utility Lachy Flagg with young Tallis Buntain continuing his rapid improvement with each game played, and Zac Vernon again continually taking the game on as he had done the entire year.

Riley Buntain kicked four goals in a brilliant forward display once again and was backed up by the rampant Aaron Wilson whose attack on the ball in the air was awesome. Lachlan Dawson kicked three in an eye-catching display whilst McKinley was also very impressive as a high forward. As mentioned earlier the courage and physicality came from our leaders with Seb Rogers and Aaron Laskey just personifying this. Constant head over the footy and a fierce attack on the opposition made them among the best players on the field. Add the evasive skill and smooth moving of 150 gamer Jai Fitzpatrick and it’s no wonder the Noosa boys were singing the song and celebrating a terrific win long into the night. Dubbed by the Tiger faithful ’the Rolls Royce’ the champion local product has been a treat to watch over those 150 and this writer certainly hopes he gets to watch a heap more. Great stuff Jai!

Final Score

Noosa 17.11.113 def Labrador 10.14.74

Media Award Votes

5. S.Rogers

4. R.Buntain

3. A.Laskey

2. L.Dawson

1. L.Flagg

A much improved performance by the Reserves team without getting the choclates however a thrilling win by the Colts which was enjoyed by all and the scenes in the rooms after were just what club culture is all about.Well

done to Jed Costigan and the boys.

Another fantastic Presidents Luncheon with Wayne ‘the dominator’ Johnston and Val Perovic who shared many a funny story across their very successful footballing careers.

Thanks to all that made the luncheon happen and remember to book your tickets to our next luncheon on Saturday July the 29th with Davis Cup tennis legend and tennis commen-

tator John Fitzgerald our special guest. Our Senior Mens teams away to Morningside on Saturday with our Senior Womens team at Caloundra for a top of the table clash. The Inclusion boys are at home from 1pm. It’s seriously worth a look.

Good luck to all those representing the Noosa Tigers this weekend

Go Tigers

Noosa’s rising AFL sports talents need your support

By Abbey Cannan

Four Noosa teens have been selected to represent their state at the upcoming AFL Under 15 National Championships in Victoria, and they need your help to get there.

Riley Mackay, Raffi and Remi Baviello from St Teresa’s Catholic College, and Darcy Dinnage from Sunshine Beach State High, all make a positive impact both on and off the field, balancing their commitment to club football and their teammates.

These talented individuals recently showcased their skills and leadership abilities at the U15 Queensland School Sport state AFL championships, representing the Sunshine Coast School Sport regional team. Their exceptional performance caught the attention of selectors, earning them the opportunity to represent their state.

Riley’s mum Christine Mackay said your donations would make a significant difference in enabling these players to pursue their dreams at the highest level.

A fundraising breakfast will be held on

Saturday 15 July at Bullitt Espresso, 1 A Gibson Road, Noosaville from 7am, where you will have the opportunity to meet the players and offer your support.

“Let us unite as a community to empower and support our young athletes, nurturing their dreams and celebrating their achievements,” Christine said.

“Together, we can make a meaningful

impact on their football journey and create a lasting legacy for Noosa’s youth sports talents.”

Each player’s football journey started at the grassroots level, and they all currently play for the Noosa Tigers AFC.

Their active participation in the Brisbane Lions Academy’s Level 1 and 2 programs since 2020 has contributed significantly to their development and progress.

The Brisbane Lions Academy provides an excellent platform and support system for aspiring AFL players within the Sunshine Coast region, fostering growth and development in a supportive and structured environment.

Christine said they are also seeking expressions of interest from community members who are passionate about supporting talented youths in various sports within the region.

“By coming together, we can continue to foster the growth and development of these promising individuals and celebrate their accomplishments,” she said.

“Initial planning has commenced to explore future opportunities through hosting an inaugural event that continues to create a greater awareness and support to assist youth sports talents in our region on a broader level. We welcome you to get in-touch if you would like to make a positive contribution towards this initiative.”

To assist the players and their families with related expenses such as, team levy fees, uniform apparel, associated travel, accommodation, incidentals, medical needs, injury prevention and recovery support, extra training, and future development, the families have set up a tax-deductible contribution link through Australian Sports Foundation.

To donate online, visit https://asf.org. au/projects/noosas-rising-afl-youth-sportstalents-remi,-darcy,-riley-and-raffi or alternatively if you are interested in direct sponsorship opportunities, please reach out by contacting Christine Mackay via email mackayfamilynoosa@gmail.com or call 0423 219 456.

Remi Baviello, Darcy Dinnage, Riley Mackay and Raffi Baviello.

Noosa Champion Jai Fitzpatrick running out to play his 150th Senior game last Saturday.

Noosa Champion Jai Fitzpatrick chaired off after playing his 150th Senior game last Saturday.

Carlton legends Val Perovic and Wayne ’the dominator’ Johnston entertained at our most recent Presidents Luncheon.

Great results for our team

For the game of Pickleball, the Queensland Titles would have to be one of the best promotions ever held in our fair state. For this fastgrowing sport, and according to the following report of club President Ron Gatliff, Noosa’s club definitely performed well.

Noosa Pickleball Club, one of the first clubs established in Australia, has done Noosa proud at the recent Queensland State Championships. With the game of Pickleball growing rapidly in Australia, it is no surprise the tournament was the largest Pickleball Tournament held in the Southern Hemisphere, with over 530 competitors.

The tournament consisted of Singles, Gender, Mixed Doubles and Team Events. Our Noosa Club was well represented with many members competing and bring home medals. The next tournament on this year’s schedule is to be held in Yeppoon and once again the Noosa Club will be well represented.

Our people tell us that on seeing the rapid growth of the sport, Yeppoon Club has built one of the best, largest and dedicated pickleball complex, in Australia. Regarding the completion date of Noosa’s two indoor courts, situated at the Noosa Tewantin Sports Complex, it is expected to be around the end of July.

The Noosa club will be heavily involved with the Noosaville State School next term by providing five weeks of lessons for grade 5 and grade 6 students. Overall, it is exciting times for our game and our club, watching the growth of the sport in our local area and throughout Australia.

Following are the results, that have definitely put a smile on the face of President Ron Gatliff and his coaching panel.

Singles Titles: Bronze medal Claire Grady women’s over 18, Silver medal Glennie Ault women’s over 50’s, Gold Medal Sal Buckley women’s over 50. All had a rating of 3.5+. Gender based doubles - Doubles Titles: Gold in the following Claire Grady and Sue M in the 18s, 3.5, Janette Ward and Casey Smith in the 35+, 2.5, 3.5, Kane Nolan and Rod Awards in the 50s+, 2.5, 3.5, Glenice Ault and Sal Buckley

in the 50s+3.5, Leandro Pretorius in the 18s+, 2.5,3.5.

Randal Hunt and John Murphy, Miriam Brace and Eve Allen played well but just missed out on medals.

Mixed Doubles Titles: Gold Medal, Glenice Ault in mixed 60+, 35+ In theTeam EventTitles, Noosa came home strongly to win gold, thanks to the efforts of Mark Latham-Calcutta, John Murphy, Sal Buckley, Sue M and Claire Grady.

For those of us who are new to the sport, the figures 2.5-3.5 are indications as too the gradings of the individual player. The President acknowledged the fact, that the results were a great reward for all the effort and training put in by their members.

Also, the work done by another club member Margot Rudnick, who as head of the Australian Referees Association, did a wonderful job organising qualified referees for all medal matches.

The achievements and work rate of all involved have shown, that should this continue, this club definitely has the ingredients to make it, in this new sport, one of the best if not the best in Australia.

There is definitely no stopping this club. Back from the State titles and the members are again in full swing. It’s Monday morning 9am at the Leisure Centre, and all four courts are occupied: mixed doubles, and all eight teams were over 40. Once the games are over there is a photo shoot followed by a social morning over a coffee and a chat.

Club President Ron Gatliff could not be happier. “All indications are that our new courts situated at the Noosa Tewantin Sports Complex, will be completed by the end of July. People are dropping in constantly for a look at the game, with a possibility of joining.

Just last week a group of 16 Kiwi tennis players dropped in for an introduction to the game and a few pointers.We find that the winter months are busy with visitors from down south: much warmer weather. One in particular, known as Big Kev, is annual visitor and he just loves the Noosa lifestyle.”

In the USA, the sport continues to grow. A few months ago, as a promotion gimmick, tennis legends, Andre Agassi, John McEnroe, Andy Roddick and Michael Chang played a tournament for a $1m prize money. No wonder it has become big time. As a Noosa gentleman said with a smile, “This is something you can become addicted to without taking drugs.”

Those wishing to go and try the game are invited to contact via email: info@noosapickleballclub.com. Tuition can be provided; equipment and first session are FREE! A sport for all ages and we wish them well.

Rugby League Saturday afternoon 6pm and the main game saw Noosa Pirates A grade take the field against the visiting Kawana. Prior to the kick off Pirates held aWelcome to Country ceremony with both teams standing in line and faced by a line up of Reserve graders plus club officials. Also present was the game day sponsor, Harcourt Real Estate.

From Head Coach Mick Duff, “For us we had one of our strongest A grade teams run out against Kawana. As a result of this, we faced by far, what was one of the fastest and most intense level of footy we played all season.”

Pirates first try in the 31st minute, came from a pin point kick by half back Ethan Pohlner which was gathered by centre Ollie Butcher and off loaded to support runner Rohan Messer. However, Kawana had got off to a 12-6 lead on the back of their Queensland Cup hooker Jai Smoothy who was definitely their best player.

Just before halftime, Pirates levelled the score when Pohlner intercepted a long pass which saw him run some 90 meters to score under the posts. Second half was similar with a fast good game from both sides with backs running on to the ball and forwards showing good support up close. Pirates took the lead with a penalty, but unfortunately this was followed by two tries which were disallowed. This in the long run would prove costly.

Kawana then scored off a bomb when Pirates fullback Fischer looked to be taken out,

late in the game from right under the posts. Then with some heady play from Smoothy Kawana scored just before the final bell. “The game was a good introduction to finals football,” said coach Duff. “Very fast with very few errors: but with three calls that could have gone either way. However, that’s football.”

Coach Duffy was happy with the team effort, good all- round performance. Prop forward Campbell playing his first since combing back from injury. His leadership on the field should see him back in the Falcons squad very soon. George Fischer was again strong, making half breaks: but Kawana’s, scramble defence kept him in check.

“Best on field for us was Rohan Messer whose contribution was massive. While being disappointed with our loss, I am very happy with our consistency. Our game next week is a must win for us.” Another who again showed plenty of potential was halfback Ethan Phoner. His speed when taking the intercept was something of a surprise.

Final score while not being a true indication was 24-14 Kawana. For Pirates it was tries by Rohan Messer and Ethan Phoner and kicks 3 from 3 -Dan Moveao. Other games: Reserves, Stanley Rivers 12 Pirates 4, Women 22-8 Kawana and u/19 Kawana 38-Pirates 4.

Important trivia

While our sports people are competing in Noosa, from around the world comes the good news. From Italy, news that Noosa Athletics Club members Zane Branco and Kristie Edwards are going gang busters

At a big international meet in Italy, Zane finished 2nd in the long jump and Kristie 3rd in the 100 m. At the Malta International Zane 1st long jump with 7.86m: Kristie is away contesting the 100 and 200m in Belgium. Their next stop will be Lapeenranta Finland July19.

Now as you are sipping your coffee, Jia Marsh of the Noosa Barbell Club (also a patrolling member of the Noosa Surf Club) will be in India representing Australia in the Junior Weight lifting Championships of the Commonwealths. We wish them all the very best.

Noosa Pickleball Club bring home a swag of medals from the state championships.

Picture: ROB MACCOLL

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The gentleman of Brookvale

My first impression of Gordon Woods, who died aged 98 earlier this month, was that he was a thorough gentleman. That was in 1965, when Gordon would have been 40 – around the same age my kids are now – and I felt the same about the man all the years I knew him, right into his nineties.

I’ll never forget that first meeting, because Woodsy looked exactly like he does in that famous advertising group shot from the midsixties where he’s standing with his shapers and glassers outside the Brookie showroom (obviously on a Saturday morning when they put the shop boards out front with a discount offer), looking like he’s just dropped into the factory to grab a wad of cash before hitting the golf course. Our first encounter was on just such a Saturday morning, a surf buddy’s older brother having driven us up from the ‘Gong so we could snare our first ever brand new surfboards at a bargain price.

We did a drive-by of all the big showrooms – Gordon Woods, Barry Bennett, Bill Wallace, Scott Dillon – before settling on Woods on Harbord Road because it seemed to offer a broader selection. As we approached the lawn in front of the board racks, the older brother whispered, “That’s him, that’s GordonWoods!”

Gordon Woods was old like my dad, but what distinguished him was his country club attire, collared golf shirt, Bermuda shorts and matching long socks, everything ironed including the socks, and polished brogues. Gordon Woods didn’t strike me as a surfer, but he was nice. He strolled over and said to the older brother, “Young chaps looking for a board?” He mussed my mate’s curly hair and gave me a pat on the shoulder. “Let’s see what we’ve got.”

We settled on a poo-brown NatYoung model for me, and Gordon gave me a good trade-in on my lime-green Norm Casey then dropped the price a little more to match the cash I had in an envelope. I was so stoked.

Gordon Woods was born in Sydney in 1925 and first took to the waves in a canvas-topped canoe as a teenager, but during the war years he started to make hollow, wood-framed “cigar boxes” for himself and a circle of friends around Bondi. Alongside Bill Wallace in Bronte, he found himself building paddleboards for surfers up and down the coast. By the mid1950s he was in full production with supply contracts from surf clubs, but keen to improve his boards’ surfing performance for his own benefit, he kept refining his designs. Then in 1956 when the American and Hawaiian lifeguard team arrived en route to the Melbourne Olympics surf carnival at Torquay, Gordon could barely believe his eyes. The Yanks could corner along the wave face on their finned Malibu chip balsa boards, performing stunning tricks as they passed. It was incredible. It was a revolution.

Gordon cut a deal with lifeguard Bob Burnside to buy his Velzy pig model before he left the country, and followed him down to Torquay to make sure he kept his word. Unable to source enough balsa, Gordon and the other tyro surfer shapers who managed to score a template, made their early Malibu chips the way they’d made paddleboards – hollow with wood ply frames. But once balsa became available, followed soon after by foam, the surf boom was on, with most of the pioneers relocating to a former market garden on the northern beaches, where they became known as the “Brookvale Six”.

Throughout the sixties Gordon Woods led the industry, with Barry Bennett right on his heels. He had the best team riders and the best craftsmen, and he wasn’t slow to tell you he didn’t need to advertise, but he’d do so to help you out. When I renewed acquaintances with Gordon at Tracks magazine in the mid-1970s, he was already phasing out of surfboards to build yachts, but he never lost his passion for the sport and the industry.

When I set out to make a television documentary on the Brookvale Six and the birth of the surfboard industry, Gordon was my first port of call. This was eight years ago when he

was a grom just 90 years young. I wrote then: Gordon’s not as nimble as he once was since having a stroke, but after a three-hour interview in his penthouse apartment overlooking Sydney Heads, he thought we needed to visit his man-cave where he keeps the first finned surfboard made in Australia, back in December 1956. Keeping up with Gordon as he flashed through the back streets in his sporty car with personalised plates was not easy, but we made it to the cave in one piece, and he unveiled the hollow ply “okanui”, still in immaculate condition.

As we filmed him with the board, I suddenly realised that Gordon was buggered. “Do you need a breather, old mate?” I asked. “Per-

fectly fine,” he snapped, and continued posing with undisguised pride with his creation, the board that started it all nearly 60 years ago. That board was a copy of a red balsa board that Gordon had seen ridden at Manly by American lifeguard Bob Burnside, amazed by the way Burnside had turned the shorter (only 10 feet) and lightweight board with a big D-shaped fin across the wave and ridden diagonally to shore as he walked up and down the deck. That board became the template for the entire Australian surfboard industry.

With Gordon gone, we are down to the Brookvale One, Denny Keogh being the lone survivor.

Rest in peace, old mate. A life well lived.

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FOOTNOTE: Margaret River’s Bronte Macaulay made a welcome return to form to win

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PROPERTY

QUALITY PROPERTIES COME TO THE FORE

PROPERTY MATTERS

IT’S a beautiful four-year-old single level home in Noosa Springs, spacious with lake and golf course frontage.

Peter TeWhata of Tom Offermann Real Estate is taking the property at 706A/61 Noosa Springs Dve to auction on Saturday, 22 July, at 12pm.

“The home has been built to a high level,’’ Peter said, “with extensive use of louvres to maximise air-flow and natural light.

“Facing dead north, the home gets allday sun and is really quiet and private.

“The pool sits right on the lake … and this is probably one of youngest homes in the estate. ’’

On 825sq m with 20m of golf course frontage, to the third fairway, it enjoys further views to the ninth fairway.

Entry is by an over-sized, customdesigned glass and timber pivot door to ceilings of about 4.5m throughout.

There are VJ internal doors, airconditioning, and an open-plan living/ dining with tall stacker glass doors to the expansive outdoor entertaining terrace.

The kitchen features a 3m grey/white stone topped waterfall island bench/ breakfast bar with 2-pac/timber upper cabinetry.

You have soft-close drawers, an AEG 900mm oven, micro/convection oven and five-hob gas cooktop, plus a Vintec wine fridge.

The butler’s kitchen comes with AEG integrated dishwasher and dual sinks.

There is alfresco living with outdoor granite-topped kitchen, integrated Beefeater barbecue, Schmick wine fridge, remote controlled blinds and fans.

A media room opens to the undercover courtyard.

The king-size main bedroom suite is resplendent with plantation shutters and louvres, giving pool and golf course outlook.

It also features a lavish walk-in-robe, ensuite with floor-to-ceiling grey travertine tiles, free-standing bath, oversized walkin shower plus grey console with double, black, marble-topped vanity.

There are two more king-size bedrooms with ensuites, undercover terraces and path to pool.

The double garage is a picture, with epoxy flooring, high ceiling, storage drawers/cupboard, plus third parking space for golf cart and side access from a single roller door;

WIDE APPEAL

Saturday is looking to be quite special with Diana Pound of Century 21 Noosa taking a two-bedroom cottage charmer in Tewantin to auction at 1pm.

The energetic James Callianiotis will be auctioneer of the property at 78 Ward St, that is nestled into a stand of magnificent established trees, and shielded from the adjoining homes with lines of mango trees. With one bathroom and four-car parking,

the property is in the Old Tewantin precinct of Old Tewantin, catching the breezes from the river and within walking distance of the town centre.

The home has been in the hands of the same family since the early 1990s, Diana said.

There is side access to the rear of the block and the two-bay shed in the back corner.

Under the house is plenty of space to cater for hobbies and tandem parking for two cars.

“It’s a gorgeous little property,’’ Diana said, “and we’ve enjoyed a really good response.

“There have been a lot of local interest, some from builders, and those from out of the area looking for a retreat.

“The vendors have been realistic about where it’s value is.’’

“There are not many properties around of this size. And it’s elevated, so you get good breezes.’’

A five-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 50 Shipyard Cct, Noosa Waters, is for sale by expressions of interest closing 24 July.

A five-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 50 Shipyard Cct, Noosa Waters, is for sale by expressions of interest closing 24 July.

SPRING COMES EARLY

With some glorious sunny days it has been less like the middle of winter and more like spring.

And Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Chris Miller is keeping ahed of the crowd with four auctions on the go.

Each is different and attracting a variety of interest groups.

A fully-renovated four-bedroom, two-bathroom house with pool at 25 Aquamarine Cct, Noosaville, is the first to go to the market, at 1pm on Saturday, 22 July.

Then comes 99 Upper Hastings St, Noosa Heads, a three-bedroom architectdesigned house that goes to auction at 11am Friday, 28 July.

On Saturday, 29 July, a commercial building and three waterfront apartments at 7 Noosa Pde, Noosa Heads, will be offered at 11am in conjunction with Jesse Stowers. Later that day, at 3pm, a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment 7/39 Noosa Pde will be presented for competitive bidding.

The property at 25 Aquamarine Cct, Noosaville, is a real gem, Chris said.

“There is a lovely pool there. The property is being very well received.

“We are getting strong inquiry numbers and well-attended open homes.

“What people are loving is that it’s a single-level home that is immaculately presented but also has generous outdoor spaces and gardens. That’s unusual for these areas.

“There is the pool, undercover areas, lawns and gardens plus a reserve at the back fence.’’

The house has been fully renovated in and out over time, and immaculately maintained. There is storage and mud room in the garage, as well as side access for the boat or trailer.

The house comes with a stunning Scandinavian beach house-inspired feel characterised by multiple light-filled leisure spaces and materials such as timber and stone.

There is a seamless connection to the massive, north-facing undercover alfresco entertaining terrace, the luminescent pool and flourishing sub-tropical gardens.

For something completely different, the Gabriel Poole-designed house at 99 Upper Hastings St is up amongst the tree canopy near Noosa National Park.

The response has been extremely strong, with Little Cove one of the most tightly-held precincts in Noosa Heads and this being the only house available there at the moment.

INTERSTATE INTEREST

Dean McLure at McLure Prestige has seen a very strong response right from the start of the marketing campaign for a five-bedroom, two-bathroom home at 50 Shipyard Cct, Noosa Waters.

Being marketed by an expressions of interest campaign closing 24 July, it is mainly appealing to interstate interestSydney than any other area.

“So many people are looking at coming up from the Northern Beaches of Sydney,’’ Dean said, “more so than Melbourne.

“The home has been renovated to a very high standard and is being very well received as turn-key property … everything has been done and thought of.

“It caters for a demographic that is looking for a family home yet on a single level.

“It flows seamlessly.’’

What the market is starting to experience is a longer decision-making process than before, Dean said.

During Covid from listing to the sale of a property was about two weeks.

Now it is more drawn out … more conditions due to the sentiment in the market place.

“People are still looking for a change of life,’’ Dean said, “and choosing Noosa for

a simpler life in a coastal area and being mortgage free.

“Before, people were making decisions around freedom. Now it is very much based on financial situations.

“People have been taught some lessons on what is important in life.’’

With five magnificent bedrooms, two elegant bathrooms, two full powder rooms, and a separate study, the Shipyard Cct property comes with a selection of living areas.

At the heart of the home lies the ultrastylish chef’s kitchen, with soft-close 2-pac cabinetry, sumptuous stone benchtops, and a suite of European appliances including dual Neff ovens, warming drawers, a V-ZUG induction hotplate, a Schweigen silent rangehood, and a Miele semi-integrated dishwasher.

A well-appointed butler’s pantry, features an all-in-one Zip tap, Fisher & Paykel dish drawers, and stone benchtops.

Another property Dean is marketing is 13 Topsails Place, Noosa Waters, a fourbedroom, two-bathroom waterfront home with pool.

It is being marketed by an expressions of interest campaign, also closing on 24 July, and attracting a very strong response.

“This is a beautiful, open-plan home that is being very well received,’’ Dean said. “There are interested parties stepping forward.’’

AUCTION ACTION

· SATURDAY, 15 July

· Noosa Heads

· 1 Sanctuary Ave: 4bed, 2bath, 2car house, pool, 11am, Peter TeWhata 0423 972 034 Tom Offermann Real Estate

· 26/1 Quamby Pl: 3bed, 2bath, 1car waterfront penthouse, 12pm, Eric Seetoo 0419 757 770 Tom Offermann Real Estate

· 15 Key Ct: 4bed, 3bath, 2car waterfront house, pool, jetty, 3pm, David Conolly 0438 259 956 Century 21 Noosa

· Tewantin

· 52 Hendry St: 4bed, 3bath, 2car house on 506sq m, 12pm, Anne Powell 0419 332 973 Laguna Real Estate

· 78 Ward St: 2bed, 1bath, 4car house on 1002sq m, 1pm, Diana Pound 0418 426 065 Century 21 Noosa ●

FINANCIAL YEAR SALE ON NOW

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A four-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 25 Aquamarine Cct, Noosaville, is set for auction at 1pm Saturday, 22 July

A four-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 25 Aquamarine Cct, Noosaville, is set for auction at 1pm Saturday, 22 July

26/1QUAMbYPlACe, NOOSAHEADS

CatchtheNoosaSoundwaveandbesmittenbyaslice ofparadise,withayear-roundsun-filledsplit-level penthouseonthewaterfront,incovetedQuamby Place.Withthreeterraces,twofacingnorthwardand onewestward,whethercoolsummerbreezesorwarm sub-tropicalwintertemperatures,itdoesnotget muchbetter.Insideisaclassactgiventheredesign andon-trendmonochromaticpalette.Slideawaythe

bi-foldsforaseamless flowtotheterrace,whichis obviouslyperfectforlonglunches,isanalternativeto frequentingthenearbynationallyknownrestaurants, orjustcasualsundownerswithfriends.Thegalley-style kitchenhasstone-toppedlowercharcoalandupper whitecabinetryalsothelatestappliances-everything youneedwhateverthereason.

A 3 B 2 C 1 D

Auction

Saturday15July12pm

View Friday12.00-12.30

Saturday11.30am

Agent EricSeetoo 0419757770

eric@offermann.com.au

22PEREGIANESPLANADE, PEREGIANBEACH

Diamondsareforeverwhenavisuallyarresting seasideresidencehasadramaticskypool,wall-to-wall super-highpanes,wider-than-widesparklingCoral Seaviews,anditappearsto floatintothesunnyand summerysurrounds.Thisisesplanadelivingwith5-star sophistication,inspireddesignbyrenownedTrevor Reitsmaandamere2-minutestosandandwhitetippedsurfbreaks.

Insidebetotallyentrancedbytheliberaluseofceiling to floorglass.Itextendsthewidthoftheresidenceand halfwayitostensiblydisappears,morphingindoors tooutdoors,revealingamassiveundercoverterrace. Itexpandstotheluminescentpool,invitesthose quintessentialbrilliantblueoceanviewsandgivesthe impressionofhoveringabovethetrees.

A 4 B 2 C 3 D

Auction Saturday22July11am

View Saturday&Wednesday 11.00-11.30

Agent NicHunter 0421785512 nic@offermann.com.au

706A/61NOOSASPRINGSDRIVE, NOOSAHEADS

Admirethecontemporaryclassicallookofasingle levelresidencecompletedafewyearsago,withits manicuredfrontgarden,paversandpebbledsidepath andawaterfeaturenearthesideentry. Inside,thewidehallwayfansintosubstantialopen planlivingspaces.Itisallaboutscale,functionalityand coalescingwiththecommensurate-in-size,undercover alfrescospace,thankstotall floor-to-ceilingglass

sliders,whichostensiblydisappearintooblivion.

Asthelastvestigesofbrightafternoonsundrench theendlessstone floors,eyesaretransfixedbythe shimmeringpoolandterraceseeminglyhoveringover theabsolutenorth-facing20-metrelakefrontage,to the3rdfairway,andbeyondtothe9thfairway.

A 3 B 3 C 2 D

Auction Saturday22July12pm

View Saturday&Wednesday 12.00-12.30

Agent PeterTeWhata 0423972034

peter@offermann.com.au

25AQUAMARINECIRCUIT, NOOSAVILLE

Imaginea flawlessNoosaWaters’lifestyleinavery privateresidencewithastunningScandinavianbeach house-inspiredaestheticcharacterisedbymultiple warmwhitelight-filledleisurespaces,anaturaland restrainedpalettewitharelianceontexture,sleekness andmaterialssuchastimberandstone,creatinga totallychiclook.

Pictureaseamlessconnectiontothenorth-facing

massiveundercoveralfrescoentertainingterrace, luminescentpoolandtranquilsurroundsoflawnand flourishingsub-tropicalgardens.Openthebackgate towalkingandcyclingtracks,otherneighbouring attributessuchaswide-openschoolsporting fields, numerousparkswithswingsandslidesandnotethe proximitytotheNoosaRiver.

A 4 B 2 C 2 D

Auction Saturday22July1pm

View Saturday 12.00-12.30

Agent ChrisMiller 0412894542 chris@offermann.com.au

99UPPERHASTINGSSTREET, NOOSAHEADS

NestledamidlushgreeneryofNoosaNationalPark includingeucalyptskoalascallhome,andclosetoa walkwaytoHastingsStreetandNoosaMainBeach,isa sunkissedbrilliantwhiteresidence.

There’smagiceverywherewithopenplanlivingand diningspacescoalescingwithanundercoverterrace,a massivenorthandeast-facingsecludedalfrescospace

andimmediateconnectiontothesheerbeautyofthe naturalenvironment.

Justminutesawayonfootyou’ll findirresistibleLittle CoveBeachandtheworldsurfingreservearea,which coversthetoppointbreaksfromLagunaBayalltheway viadedicatedcoastalwalkingtrackstothebeachbreak atNorthSunshineBeach.

A 3 B 2 C 2

Auction Friday28July11am

View Saturday 10.00-10.30

Agent ChrisMiller 0412894542 chris@offermann.com.au

7NOOSAPARADE, NOOSAHEADS

Whenitcomestothejaw-droppingaddressofNoosa ParadeonthedoorstepofHastingsStreetandNoosa MainBeach,apalatialhomesitewithanextraordinarily widewaterfrontofNoosaSoundandaNoosa Riverwaterway,ispotentiallyaquintessentialentry statementlikenoother.

Onthe1120m2sitecurrently,arethreerenovated 2-bedroomapartmentsandonecommercialbuilding,

bothlong-termprimeinvestmentholdings.Zoned mediumdensity,afutureapartmentdevelopmentor opportunityforastrikingresidencegiventhereareno watersideneighbours,areconsiderations.

Auction Saturday29July11am

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Agent ChrisMiller 0412894542 chris@offermann.com.au

Agent JesseStowers 0414367282 jesse@offermann.com.au

7WILDAPPLECOURT, NOOSAHEADS

Thiselegantaward-winningresidenceinElysium’smost desirableenclave,architectdesignedbytheacclaimed Arkhefieldgroup;seamlesslyintegratesindoor/outdoor livingwhilstmaximisingheight,light,andspace.Itisa veritableworkofart.

Anaestheticallystrikingexternalfaçadesetsthetone forjusthowbreathtakingthispropertyisinternally; understatedsophisticationblendswithbespoke

fixturesand fittingsthroughout,tomakeanindelible impressiononallwhoenter.

Withfabulouslivingzonestosocialise,celebrate,and relaxincludingaprivatenorthfacingalfrescocourtyard withsolar-heatedlappool,framedbyleafytropical vegetationincludingpandanusandpalms.Thisisa NoosaHeads’sanctuarytosavour.

A 3 B 2 C 2 D

Auction

Saturday29July2pm

View Saturday9.30-10.00

Wednesday10.00-10.30

Agent PeterTeWhata 0423972034

peter@offermann.com.au

33ROSSCRESCENT, SUNSHINEBEACH

Commandingthemostspectacularpresencewith explosiveviewsoftheCoralSea,isanimmense3,520m2 sitewith62-metresofabsolutebeachfrontsplendour, arguablyoneofthebestprivatebeachfrontholdings onQueensland’seasternseaboard.Itistrulyrareand muchcoveted.Almostlostintheheartofbeauty, setnaturallyinthesurroundingenvironment,yet protectedamongstthepalms,isvisionaryarchitect

GeoffreyPie’sbrillianthomage,amasterpiecebeyond luxury.Theglitteringpoolappearsto floatundersunny skies,theonlysoundsarebirdlifeandwavesbreaking ontheforeshore,alsobeingafewfootstepstohaving yourfeetonthebeachsumupexemplarySunshine Beachliving.

Auction Saturday5August1pm

A 5 B 4 C 3 D

Agent TomOffermann 0412711888 tom@offermann.com.au

Agent RebekahOffermann 0413044241 rebekah@offermann.com.au

42/67GIBSONROAD, NOOSAVILLE

Abrightsunnytownhomeisasliceofparadise, designedtoensureanunretiringlifestyleisneverending.Withajettyandpoolsclose-by,meandering pathwaysleadingtocafécentralonGympieTerraceas wellastheNoosaRiverforeshore,itisundoubtedlyalso asageinvestmentopportunity.

Inside, flourishesofacoolrefreshinglookinthetiled diningarea,arefusedthroughtothebreezycarpeted

andfree-flowinglivingspacewithsink-intoleather sofasandanarmchair.Light-drenchedandslide-away doorsamplifythewonderfulnorth-easterlyaspectas wellasanalmostseamlesstransitiontotheundercover terrace,thewidthofthetownhome.Entertainingtakes onanewmeaningwithnumerousoptionswhateverthe seasonorreason,alsoagenerousin-voguekitchen.

A 3 B 2 C 1 D

Price $1.29M

View Saturday&Wednesday 11.00-11.30

Agent JillGoode 0418714653 jill@offermann.com.au

41DolphinCresCent, NOOSAVILLE

Savourtheideaofsun,sea,sandandlivingona waterwaywithatidalbeachnexttoaparkonHideaway Island?You’llloveeverythingaboutWeybaHaven,and don’tforgettobringtheboat, fishinggear,bucketsand spades,becauseit’sholidayseveryday. Lookaround.Totherightisaprivatelushgardenand abuttingisNancyCatoPark,namedafterthefamous novelist,poetandconservationistwholivedinthisvery

residencewhen firstbuilt.

Lookahead.Benchseatingsurroundsawide-arboured Jacarandatree,totheleft isashimmeringpoolwith sandstonesunterraceandinfront,joy-of-joys,abroad waterfrontagewithatidalbeach.

price $5.5M

View Saturday 11.00-11.30

A 5 B 3 C 2 D

Agent NicHunter 0413785512 nic@offermann.com.au

Agent MalCox 0407708860 mal@offermann.com.au

18WYUNADRIVE, NOOSAVILLE

ThefascinationforHideawayIsland,instantlyrecognisedbyinvitinglush streetscapes,isundeniable,similarlythemagnetismofapropertyenshrouded behindtallbrightwhitegatesandwall.

Begreetedwithindulgence,sassinessandacoolnodtoPalmSpringsfollowinga brilliantre-imaginationofthesubstantial,nowabsolutelyglisteningresidence. Wheretostartwiththeadmiration.Engagewiththestructuralsimplicitybased onfunction,formandrespectforanidyllicsub-tropicalclimate.Therearevaulted ceilings,plantationshuttersandnaturallightdancesacrossblackbutt flooringinthe expansivediningandthelivingareas.

Doorsseeminglydisappearandindoorscoalesceswithaseriouscourtyardonthe eastsideandthenorth-facingterrace,poolandgarden.

A 5 B 3 C 3 D

Auction

Saturday29July1pm

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Saturday11.00-11.30

Wednesday1.00-1.30

7/39NOOSAPARADE, NOOSA HEADS

Agent TiffanyWilson 0468922519 tiffany@offermann.com.au

Whenitcomestotheattributesofanorth-facingapartmentonNoosaParade,a fewminutes’walktoHastingsStreet,andsand-between-the-toesatNoosaMain Beach,thisaffordablegemhasitinbucketsandspades.

Inside,notehowthecreamy-huedstone flooringisdrenchedbynaturallight, practicalityandcalmnessreign,andtheaffinityforaHampton’s-inspiredrenovation inbrightblue,whiteandtimberhues,underpinsthechicurbanaesthetic.

Itissinglelevel,generouslyproportionedincludingthekitchenandthreeterraces –oneoff theexpansivelivingareaandoneeachofthetwobedrooms.Ithasan everyday-is-a-holidayambience,alsodirectaccesstothepool.

A

Auction Saturday29July 3pm

View Sunday 1.00-1.30

Agent ChrisMiller 0412894542 chris@offermann.com.au

25/67GIBSONROAD, NOOSAVILLE

Lookingforaquiet,veryprivate,freshlyrenovatedabsolutewaterfronttownhome withlongwaterviews,threebedroomsandmultiplelivingareas,inasliceof paradise?Itisguaranteedanenviableunretiringlifestyleisnever-ending,especially forwalking,cycling,boatingand fishingenthusiasts.Anexpansivelawnstretches fromthealfrescoterracetotherevetmentwall,so fishfordinner,kayakandcanoe aroundtheneighbouringwaterways,ortakeaboatviathelockandweirsystem totheNoosaRiver.Strollalongthemeanderingpathwaysorviatheunderpassto cafécentralonGympieTerrace,alsothedog-friendlywalkwaywhichisparallelto theNoosaRiverforeshore.Thisisasageinvestmentopportunityinamuchsoughtafterlocation.

Price $1.95M

2 1/4 2 Hastingsstreet, NOOSA HEADS

Agent JulieBengtsson 0418980247

julie@offermann.com.au

Pictureyourselfenjoyingthe finerthingsinlifemoreoften;andwherebetterthan therelaxationcapitalofAustralia,Noosa!OppositeNoosaMainBeach,indulgein owninganimmaculateandmodernapartment,turn-key,allinclusiveandincome producing.

Revelinthejoyofknowingyourapartmentisoneofthemostspaciousinthe heartofcosmopolitanHastingsStreet,haselevatoraccessandiscompletelyselfcontained,morecomfortableforthoselongerstays.Indoorshasafresh,modern andbeachyaestheticcomprisingasandy-huedpalettewithwoodtonedcabinetry andtimberfurnishingstocomplimentthenaturalsurroundings.

Price $2.25M

View Friday&Monday 12.00-12.30

agent JesseStowers 0414367 282 jesse@offermann.com.au

HOME FOCUS

COOL ESCAPE WITH SUSTAINABLE DESIGN

CHARISMATIC and poised proudly on the corner of an exclusive enclave, almost shrouded by beautiful lush landscaping, is an understated urban sanctuary with sustainable credentials which structure into the natural environment.

From the walkway dotted with stone pavers, note great care had been taken with plant choices and placement. Linea weatherboard has been used as a major consideration for robust longevity of the residence, and at the front entrance roughcut travertine tiles make an impressive wall feature.

Come inside. A clever statement of design, form, functionality and ambience is a lasting first impression. Travertine in a French pattern features once again, there are doors with VJ detail throughout, and beyond the hallway, thanks to almost clerestory height ceilings, bright natural light bounces over the pastel grey tiles in the living and dining spaces.

In-between with the perfect northerly aspect, doors seemingly disappear and coalesce with an expansive covered terrace. Simultaneously, entertaining options and creative juices go into overload.

Grab the cue for jelly rolls, jump shots or eight and out, as taking centre stage is a billiard table which came from the Beerwah Hotel and is in great nick. Keep an eye on ‘chess with balls’ as some prefer to call it, on a stool at the custom cast concrete high table whilst sipping a bevy.

When it is time for a barbeque, a custom cast concrete dining table with complementary benches to enjoy it, is two steps away. Spelling summertime bliss and taking all the kudos in the private rear garden, is a glistening pool. It is hedged with heliconias and fragrant marrayas and no doubt kids will love the lawn area. Looking for more leisure spaces? There’s a generous media albeit smart lounge with plush carpet.

The galley kitchen has white stonetopped timber-look cabinetry including an island bench breakfast bar with slender designer pendant, white tiled splashback, a walk-in pantry with abundant storage plus every whizz-bang high-end appliance desired by anyone channelling Jamie Oliver. Adjacent is an office nook.

Check out the serious nod to slumber time with four carpeted bedrooms. The king master has a laser-cut wall feature peeking through to the ensuite. There are highly textured travertine wall tiles in the shower, a custom dressing table, white vanity console, freestanding bath and adding a touch of class is a French-style chandelier. The ensuite is resplendent with a walk through door to your own private nature haven.

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In the south wing along the hallway are three queen-size bedrooms with built-in robes, an on-trend bathroom as per the ensuite with travertine floor to ceiling tiles in the walk-in shower and a powder room. The laundry accesses a drying area.

“The contemporary residence, custom designed and built to high quality sustainable standards by Green Earth Homes melds effortlessly with the numerous surrounding green spaces,” says Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Peter Te Whata, who is taking the property to auction on Saturday 15 July 2023.

“Nearby the recreational centre has a 22m solar-heated pool, gymnasium and tennis courts plus it’s so close to Noosa Main Beach, a championship golf course, shopping precincts and essential services.”

“A park is close, there are cycle and walking tracks around the Estate, along Lake Weyba, through part of the Noosa National Park with its plethora of flora and fauna, and it is just a 10-minute cycle to the Noosa Civic and Noosa Farmers’ Market.”

Facts & Features:

· Land Area: 545m2

· House Area: 217m2

· Pool/Terraces: north-facing pool 2.4m x 4.4m/pool deck 4.4m x 3m; undercover terrace 5.3m x 3.2m

· Design/Build: custom design & sustainable high-quality build by Green Earth Homes in 2016; Linea weatherboard exterior

· About: elevated corner site; front entrance + foyer with feature texture finish French pattern travertine wall tiles; 3.5m ceilings; soft grey tiled flooring; VJ-profile

internal doors & barn doors; open plan L-shaped living & dining with wall of sliders; seamlessly connects to north-facing alfresco undercover terrace with billiard/ table tennis table ex Beerwah Hotel, 5m custom cast concrete high table + custom cast concrete dining table & benches + BBQ; dedicated media/smart lounge with plush charcoal carpet; 4 carpeted bedrooms – king master with laser cut screen/feature to ensuite, texture-finish stone wall tiles, custom dressing table & white vanity console + freestanding bath with designer chandelier + walk-in robe, access to terrace; south wing 3 queen bedrooms & built-in robes; main bathroom, powder room & laundry; aircon/ fans; garage with storeroom

· Kitchen: galley-style white stone-topped timber-look cabinetry incl 3.5m island bench/breakfast bar with slender pendant & white brick-style splashback; Ariston dishwasher, 900 oven + 5x gas hob cooktop; walk-in pantry with abundant storage/

Address: 1 Sanctuary Avenue, NOOSA HEADS Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Auction: Saturday, 15 July 11:00am

Inspect: Saturday, 15 July 10:30am - 11:00am

Contact: Peter Tewhata 0423 972 034, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

shelving; adjacent study/office nook

· External: James Ross landscape Design - front garden incl nature strip landscaped with pavers/stepping stones + pool area with lawn hedged by heliconias & marraya paniculate; shed for pool equipment etc

· About Elysium Noosa: Elysium meaning ‘a place or state of ideal happiness’ is a 27ha luxury housing estate, adjacent to Noosa Springs Golf Course; walk & bike tracks along Lake Weyba, through part of Noosa National Park; close to Noosa Springs’ championship golf course and clubhouse; resident’s only private recreational facility with 2 tennis courts, 2 solar-heated swimming pools, gym & changing rooms

· Location: short drive to numerous public and private schools, shopping centres, essential services, restaurants/cafes/ bars, Aquatic Centre & sporting fields, Hastings Street, Noosa National Park main entrance + Noosa Main Beach; walk to transport links ●

YOUR PRIVATE SANCTUARY

‘HEMINGWAY VILLAS’ is a secluded retreat comprising of only 8 apartments and perfectly positioned a mere one hundred metres from the Noosa River. Being within walking distance of worldrenowned restaurants and boutique shops along Gympie Terrace, means that you can easily explore the local area, enjoy gourmet delicacies and shopping experiences without having to worry about transportation or parking. The ability to fish from the water’s edge, kayak down the river and enjoy the nearby sandy beach means you have plenty of options for outdoor activities and fun in the sun. The Noosa River is known for its beautiful scenery and calm waters, making it a great spot for water-based activities.

Facing north-east and situated on the top floor, apartment seven receives abundant winter sunshine, as well as providing welcoming summer breezes. This immaculate and well-maintained property presents a very desirable, open floor plan and is light, bright and airy with lots of natural ventilation. A beautifully appointed kitchen will appease the inner chef within you and opens directly onto the living area. In addition, there is great separation between both bedrooms, with the master bedroom facing onto the terrace, boasting a large walk-in robe and a generous sized ensuite. Air conditioning and ceiling fans ensure you will feel comfortable across all seasons. Enjoy enchanting glimpses of the river and relax in the tranquil retreat offered by the generously sized, private, and peaceful balcony.

Further enticing, this exclusive residence exhibits a resort style swimming pool and beautifully landscaped mature gardens. Your mind will be set in holiday mode every day.

If that’s not enough to entice you, for added convenience, Hemingway Villas has

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a well-appointed lift straight to your front door. This distinctive and elegant complex, blends traditional craftsmanship with a contemporary design, striking the ideal balance for today’s discerning tastes.

This riverside abode is ideal for retirees and professional couples alike, but not limited to these demographics.

Additional key advantages include an individual lock up garage, low body corporate fees, an electronic gate on entry, providing peace of mind for those who are security-conscious.

Simply move in and enjoy!

This property won’t last, enquire now to secure your dream abode. ●

Address: 7 ‘Hemingway Villas’, 19 Russell Street, NOOSAVILLE Description: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1

Contact: Gillian McCauley 0467 600 009 and Kym de Warren 0412 325 421, RICHARDSON & WRENCH

PRIVATE OASIS IN PRESTIGIOUS NOOSA WATERS

IMMERSE yourself in the epitome of luxury with this exquisite waterfront haven, exuding elegance and sophistication. Step through the grand double doors into a world of opulence, where high ceilings create an airy ambience and panoramic views of the waterfront beckon from every corner.

Welcome home to a world of unparalleled luxury and exclusivity. Nestled in a breathtaking waterfront location, this remarkable residence offers an extraordinary opportunity for the discerning buyer seeking the epitome of opulence. Prepare to be captivated as you step through the grand double doors and immerse yourself in a realm of elegance and sophistication.

This exquisite haven seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living, creating a harmonious fusion of space and nature. The open-plan design invites picturesque surroundings to embrace every corner of this exceptional property. Recently updated, the outdoor entertaining area exudes a fresh, modern allure, while the renovated flooring adds a touch of refinement, elevating the overall aesthetic.

Every aspect of this home has been meticulously crafted to provide a haven of comfort and relaxation. The generously proportioned living spaces offer ample room for both unwinding and entertaining, ensuring that every moment spent here is infused with luxury. The well-appointed kitchen, adorned with captivating waterway views and stylish high gloss lacquered bamboo benchtops, is a culinary enthusiast’s dream come true.

Prepare to indulge in the sumptuousness of the master bedroom, complete with an adjoining sitting area that maximizes breathtaking water views.

The ensuite, boasting a spa, and the sleek main bathroom cater to your every need, while a practical laundry adds convenience to your daily routine. With high ceilings, ducted air-conditioning, and a fireplace, year-round comfort is guaranteed.

Beyond the walls of this magnificent abode lies a heated in-ground swimming pool, inviting you to bask in its soothing waters and revel in the ultimate in relaxation.

The allure of this residence extends beyond its interior, as it sits on a generous 750sqm allotment with an impressive 18.1-meter water frontage. This coveted location offers exclusive entry to the keyed lock and weir system, providing instant accessibility to the Noosa River waterways—an unrivalled opportunity for those seeking an enviable waterfront lifestyle.

Indeed, opportunities to secure such a prestigious waterfront location are exceedingly rare.

The scarcity of this gem underscores the importance of seizing the moment without delay. The “Expressions of Interest” campaign will conclude on the 24th of July at 5:00pm, making it imperative to explore this remarkable home and submit your most compelling offer. Rest assured that the best offer received during this period will secure this extraordinary residence—an opportunity not to be missed.

To make this coveted waterfront haven your own, contact Dean McLure on 0499 270 691 without delay. Allow your dreams to take flight as you claim this extraordinary residence, a testament to the allure of luxury living at its finest. Welcome home to a world of unrivalled grandeur and sophistication. ●

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Address: 13 Topsails Place, NOOSA WATERS Price: Expressions of Interest

Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage

Inspect: Saturday 11am – 11:30am and Wednesday 5pm – 5:50pm

Contact: Dean McLure 0499 270 691 dean@mclureprestige.com, MCLURE PRESTIGE LUXURY REAL ESTATE

NOOSA WATERS LUXURY AWAITS YOU

THIS immaculate, fully renovated property is truly breathtaking, offering a level of luxury and convenience that so many desire. With every detail meticulously attended to, this turn-key home is ready for you to move in and indulge in the luxurious Noosa Waters lifestyle.

From the moment you arrive, the beautifully manicured gardens and grand double entry doors, welcome you into a world of unparalleled elegance and sophistication. Boasting 2.8m ceilings and an expertly crafted floor plan, this home has been designed for seamless indooroutdoor living and entertaining.

This luxurious home seamlessly blends the tropical outdoors with stunning interiors through its glass walls and sliding bi-fold doors. The centrally positioned alfresco terrace connects effortlessly to the sparkling inground saltwater pool and private garden, creating multiple entertaining areas. Every aspect of this home exudes luxury, from the gourmet open-plan kitchen with high-end appliances

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and a spacious island bench, to the elegantly appointed bedrooms filled with natural light.

The grand master suite offers a private sanctuary with a courtyard, walk-in robe, and a lavish ensuite with floor to ceiling tiles, double vanity, and a standalone bath. With its timeless timber flooring, plantation shutters, and modern amenities like ducted air conditioning, this home ensures a comfortable ambiance throughout. Hosting lavish gatherings or simply relaxing in style is made easy with the separate formal lounge, expansive family living and dining areas, and the alfresco terrace overlooking the private tropical oasis.

This magnificent home also features a secure front gate intercom system, irrigated lawns and gardens, a rainwater tank, and a double lock-up garage, providing all the necessary conveniences for modern living. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to indulge in a luxurious lifestyle and experience the ultimate in style and elegance. ●

Address: 122 Shorehaven Drive, NOOSA WATERS

Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage

Price: On application

Contact: Dean McLure 0499 270 691, dean@mclureprestige.com, MCLURE PRESTIGE LUXURY REAL ESTATE

Inspect: By appointment

THE PINNACLE OF BEACHSIDE LIVING

EXPERIENCE the epitome of beachside living with this remarkable townhouse, ideally positioned on an elevated sand dune, boasting awe-inspiring ocean views and easy access to the beach across the road.

Embracing a perfect north-east aspect on a prime beachfront street, this townhouse offers a truly desirable location for those seeking a beachside investment or dream home.

Indulge in the mesmerizing beauty of magnificent surf and ocean views that grace this spacious and generously proportioned residence.

The middle lev el welcomes you with an inviting open plan living area and a north-east-facing balcony, inviting refreshing sea breezes. The well-appointed kitchen seamlessly blends with the combined lounge and dining space, creating a harmonious atmosphere for relaxation and entertaining.

Upstairs, the generously-sized master suite awaits, offering breathtaking ocean panoramas and a private ensuite for ultimate comfort and privacy. The versatility of the oversized master suite allows for the inclusion of a study or lounge area.

The lower level accommodates two additional bedrooms and a bathroom,

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providing ample space for family and guests. Enjoy year-round comfort with airconditioning throughout, while the end townhouse design amplifies natural light.

Impeccably maintained, the well established “Andari” complex features a resort-style heated pool enveloped by lush subtropical surroundings. Secure undercover tandem parking ensures the

Address: 6/19-21 Belmore Terrace, SUNSHINE BEACH

Contact: Caitlyn McConnell 0417 637 697, SUNSHINE BEACH REAL ESTATE

safety of your vehicles.

Indulge in the incredible potential of this beachside investment, offering not only an idyllic vacation getaway but also the convenience of a lock-up-and-leave lifestyle, with the added bonus of what was formerly the resort office; extra storage for surfboards and bikes!

No need to wait or worry about

furnishing your new home - it’s all taken care of for you as this exceptional residence comes adorned with attractive furnishings, all included in the sale.

Enjoy a short stroll to the vibrant Sunshine Beach Village cafes, restaurants, and the patrolled beach, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the relaxed coastal lifestyle at your doorstep. ●

45SOBRAONSTREET, SUNRISEBEACH

A 4 B 3 C 1 E

LocatedontheeasternsideofSunriseBeachatitsmostnorthern point,thistightly-heldresidenceiselevatedwithresplendent oceanviewsandboastsaprizednorth-easterlyaspect.

•AdjoinsleafyreserveborderingSunshineBeach, maximizingprivacyandoutlook

•Hugewraparounddecktoadmiretheseavista

•Custom-designedhomeona771m2duplexblock

•Separatestudy/rumpusroom,hugepoolsurroundedby alfrescoentertaining,vaultedceilings,solarpower

FORSALE

$3.3M INSPECT SAT15JULY 11-11.45AM

AGENT CAITLYNMCCONNELL M:0417637697

3/21HENDERSONSTREET

SUNSHINEBEACH

Boastingacentrallocationsoclosetothevillageyouwillwakeup tothearomaoffreshlybrewedcoffeeandsoclosetothebeach youwillfallasleeptothesoundofthesurfrollingin–thisstunning firstfloorapartmentin‘SunshineCentral’offerstheveryfinest, relaxedcoastallifestyleimaginable.

• Expansive,privatenorth-eastfacingcourtyard

•Undergoneahigh-endrenovationthroughout

•Stunningapartmentin‘SunshineCentral’

•Complexof12withcommunalpool&BBQ FORSALE CONTACT AGENT

A 2 B 2 C 1 E AGENT ROBSPENCER M:0408710556

SAT15JULY 10-10.45AM

CoolumBeach

Saturday15thJuly

1.00-1.30pm107GrandviewDrive432O/O$2,490,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0434236110

Cooroy

Saturday15thJuly

9.30-10.00am7MivaStreet312OffersOver$749,000Hinternoosa0404344399

11.30-12.00pm35PearsonsRoad322OffersOver$799,000Hinternoosa0415111370

12.45-1.15pm153HoltsRoad326OffersOver$1,295,000Hinternoosa0415111370

Doonan

Saturday15thJuly

11.00-11.45am57YoungsDrive339OffersOver$1,895,000Hinternoosa0404344399

11.30-12.00pm30MarnieCrescent422$2,275,000Hinternoosa0407730987

Eumundi

Saturday15thJuly

9.00-9.30am570BunyaRoad210OffersOver$849,000Hinternoosa0415111370

12.30-1.30pmWilliamRoad000StartingFrom$535,000Richardson&WrenchNoosa54474499

LakeMacDonald

Saturday15thJuly

10.30-11.00am44ForestAcresDrive437$1,350,000Hinternoosa0407730987

MarcusBeach

Saturday15thJuly

10.00-10.30am18SandalwoodCl422$1,665,000TomOffermannRealEstate0413319879

NoosaHeads

Thursday13thJuly

12.00-12.30pm26/1QuambyPl321AuctionTomOffermannReal Estate0419757770

Friday14thJuly

10.30-11.00am28/5QuambyPlace221BYNEGOTIATIONReed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

12.00-12.30pm26/1QuambyPl321AuctionTomOffermannReal Estate0419757770

12.00-12.30pm21/42HastingsSt221$2,250,000TomOffermannRealEstate0414367282

Saturday15thJuly

9.30-10.00am7WildAppleCrt322AuctionTomOffermannReal Estate0423972034

9.30-10.00am32/2SerenityClose221CONTACTAGENTReed&Co.EstateAgents0409446955

10.00-10.30am3/4PezaCourt321$2,600,000LagunaRealEstate0407379893

10.00-10.30am701/61NoosaSpringsDr432$9,200,000TomOffermannRealEstate0413889130

10.00-10.30am6/16KatharinaStreet211ContactAgentRichardson&WrenchNoosa54474499

10.00-10.30am99UpperHastingsSt322AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0412894542

10.30-11.00am1SanctuaryAve422AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0423972034

10.30-11.00am4IronwoodLane422ContactAgentHarcourtsPropertyCentreNoosa0753557000

11.00-12.00pm25HollyhockCrescent422PrivateSaleSothebysInternationalRealty0417001576

11.00-11.30am27AGrantStreet322ByNegotiationTheMcLureGroup0400084975

11.00-11.30am7NoosaPde634AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0412894542

11.00-11.30am305/61NoosaSpringsDr322O/O$1,790,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0434236110

11.30-12.00pm26/1QuambyPl321AuctionTomOffermannReal Estate0419757770

12.00-12.30pm706A/61NoosaSpringsDr332AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0423972034

12.30-1.00pm28/5QuambyPlace221BYNEGOTIATIONReed&Co. EstateAgents0438695505

1.30-2.00pm36/37-39NoosaDrive322BYNEGOTIATIONReed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

Sunday16thJuly

1.00-1.30pm7/39NoosaPde221AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0412894542

Monday17thJuly

12.00-12.30pm21/42HastingsSt221$2,250,000TomOffermannRealEstate0414367282

Tuesday18thJuly

1.00-1.30pm13/1PicturePointCres322ByNegotiationTheMcLureGroup0400084975

Wednesday19thJuly

10.00-10.30am13/1PicturePointCres322ByNegotiationTheMcLureGroup0400084975

10.00-10.30am3/4PezaCourt321$2,600,000LagunaRealEstate0407379893

10.00-10.30am7WildAppleCrt322AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0423972034

11.00-11.30am27AGrantStreet322ByNegotiationTheMcLureGroup0400084975

11.00-11.30am305/61NoosaSpringsDr322O/O$1,790,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0434236110

11.30-12.00pm28/5QuambyPlace221BYNEGOTIATIONReed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

12.00-12.30pm706A/61NoosaSpringsDr332AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0423972034

NoosaSprings

Saturday15thJuly

10.00-10.30am701/61NoosaSpringsDr432$9,200,000TomOffermannRealEstate0413889130

12.00-12.30pm706A/61NoosaSpringsDr332AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0423972034

Wednesday19thJuly

12.00-12.30pm706A/61NoosaSpringsDr332AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0423972034

Noosaville

Thursday13thJuly

1.00-1.30pm1/73HiltonTerrace211O/O$585,000ConsLagunaRealEstate0419332973

Friday14thJuly

11.00-11.30am41DolphinCres532$5,500,000TomOffermann RealEstate0407708860

12.00-12.30pm2/179GympieTerrace232$2,690,000LagunaRealEstate0407379893

1.00-1.30pm1/73HiltonTerrace211O/O$585,000ConsLagunaRealEstate0419332973

Saturday15thJuly

10.00-10.30am39/67GibsonRoad211O/O$1,485,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0428711163

10.00-10.30am105/24LakeWeybaDrive211O/O$750,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0491185774

10.00-10.30am1/73HiltonTerrace211O/O$585,000ConsLagunaRealEstate0419332973

10.00-10.30am5/2BarbadosCres211$1,150,000TomOffermannRealEstate0468922519

10.00-10.30am1/5SylviaStreet211O/O$890,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0434236110

11.00-11.30am18WyunaDr533AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0468922519

11.00-11.30am42/67GibsonRd321$1,290,000TomOffermann RealEstate0418714653

11.00-11.30am2/33BluefinCourt422O/O$1,695,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0419332973

12.00-12.30pm25AquamarineCct422AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0412894542

12.00-12.30pm105NoosaPde433$8,400,000TomOffermannRealEstate0468922519

12.00-12.30pm2/179GympieTerrace232$2,690,000LagunaRealEstate0407379893

1.00-1.30pm12LimosaCircuit322O/O$1,900,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0491185774

Wednesday19thJuly

10.00-10.30am105/24LakeWeybaDrive211O/O$750,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0491185774

11.00-11.30am2/33BluefinCourt422O/O$1,695,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0419332973

11.00-11.30am42/67GibsonRd321$1,290,000TomOffermann RealEstate0418714653

12.00-12.30pm5/2BarbadosCres211$1,150,000TomOffermannRealEstate0468922519

12.00-12.30pm2/179GympieTerrace232$2,690,000LagunaRealEstate0407379893

1.00-1.30pm18WyunaDr533AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0468922519

NoosaWaters

Saturday15thJuly

10.00-10.30am50ShipyardCircuit522ExpressionsofInterestMcLurePrestige0499270691

10.15-10.45am8MermaidQuay542AUCTIONReed&Co.EstateAgents0409446955

10.15-10.45am46ShipyardCircuit522BYNEGOTIATIONReed& Co.EstateAgents0433641158

11.00-11.30am13TopsailsPlace422ExpressionsofInterestMcLurePrestige0499270691

11.00-11.30am77ShorehavenDrive532PRICEGUIDE$5,100,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0409446955

11.30-12.00pm25SeacoveCourt532BYNEGOTIATIONReed&Co. EstateAgents0438695505

11.45-12.15pm4/5SunseekerClose321PRICEGUIDE$1,950,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0409446955

12.00-12.45pm122ShorehavenDrive422PRICEGUIDE$2700000McLurePrestige0499270691

12.15-12.45pm5SeacoveCourt322PRICEGUIDE$1,750,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0433641158

1.00-1.30pm35RegattaCircuit522ExpressionsofInterest McLurePrestige0499270691

Wednesday19thJuly

12.00-12.30pm35RegattaCircuit522ExpressionsofInterestMcLurePrestige0499270691

3.00-3.30pm122ShorehavenDrive422PRICEGUIDE$2700000McLurePrestige0499270691

4.00-4.30pm50ShipyardCircuit522ExpressionsofInterestMcLurePrestige0499270691

5.00-5.30pm13TopsailsPlace422ExpressionsofInterestMcLurePrestige0499270691

PeregianBeach

Saturday15thJuly

10.00-11.00am2/90LorikeetDrive321ByNegotiationBeach PropertyNoosa0417752200

11.00-11.30am22PeregianEsp423AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0421785512

1.00-1.30pm14PaldoaRs432$2,335,000TomOffermannRealEstate0413319879

Sunday16thJuly

12.00-12.30pm5DriftwoodSt422ContactAgentTomOffermannRealEstate0412894542

Wednesday19thJuly

11.00-11.30am22PeregianEsp423AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0421785512

PeregianSprings

Saturday15thJuly

11.00-11.30amZinniaClose522PrivateSaleSothebysInternationalRealty0401734586

12.00-12.30pm14JarrahDrive422PrivateSaleSothebysInternationalRealty0401734586

1.00-1.30pm16CrenshawPlace422PrivateSaleSothebysInternationalRealty0455502536

2.00-2.30pm16ViolaSq422$1,225,000TomOffermannRealEstate0412894542

Pomona

Saturday15thJuly

10.15-10.45am40FergusonRoad435OffersOver$1,395,000Hinternoosa0415111370

SunriseBeach

Saturday15thJuly

9.00-9.30am4/6AdvancePl221$899,000TomOffermannRealEstate0402903733

9.30-10.00am12RidgewayStreet321O/O$1.6MSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

10.15-10.45am4CourageousPlace322ContactAgentSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

11.00-11.45am45SOBRAONSTREET431$3.3MSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

Wednesday19thJuly

11.00-11.30am4/6AdvancePl221$899,000TomOffermannRealEstate0402903733

SunshineBeach

Thursday13thJuly

12.00-12.30pm12PacificAvenue432PriceGuide$1.95MillionRichardson&WrenchNoosa54474499

Saturday15thJuly

10.00-10.45am3/21HendersonSt221ContactAgentSunshine BeachRealEstate0754472999

11.00-11.30am12PacificAvenue432PriceGuide$1.95MillionRichardson&WrenchNoosa54474499

11.00-11.45am8MaherTerrace531ContactAgentSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

1.00-1.45pm6/19-21BelmoreTce322$2.25MSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

Tewantin

ByAppointment91ReadStreet438$2,595,000OneAgencyNoosa0417021713

Thursday13thJuly

11.00-11.30am60/58FurnessDrive322OFFERSFROM$900,000

Friday14thJuly

AUCTION

NoosaHeads

Reed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

12.00-12.30pm52HendryStreet432AuctionLagunaRealEstate0419332973

Saturday15thJuly

9.00-9.30am289MoorindilSt456ContactAgentTomOffermannRealEstate0413889130

10.00-10.30am7CambridgeCourt322O/O$1,385,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0411328488

10.30-11.00am60/58FurnessDrive322OFFERSFROM$900,000

Reed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

11.00-11.30am20HooperCrescent321O/O$945,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0411328488

11.30-12.00pm52HendryStreet432AuctionLagunaRealEstate0419332973

12.00-12.30pm9FinneyCourt533O/O$1,775,000Considered LagunaRealEstate0411328488

Wednesday19thJuly

12.00-12.30pm289MoorindilSt456ContactAgentTomOffermannRealEstate0413889130

Tinbeerwah

Friday14thJuly

12.00-12.30pm12SmithsRoad422BUYERSGUIDE$$1,650,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

Saturday15thJuly

10.00-10.45am9BrushtailLane435BYNEGOTIATIONReed&Co. EstateAgents0438695505

Wednesday19thJuly

2.00-2.30pm12SmithsRoad422BUYERSGUIDE$1,650,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

3.00-3.45pm9BrushtailLane435BYNEGOTIATIONReed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

Verrierdale

Saturday15thJuly

1.00-1.45pm154DoonanBridgeRoad213OffersOver$925,000 Hinternoosa0404344399

Yaroomba

Saturday15thJuly

12.00-12.30pm7MaracasBayClose432PrivateSaleSothebys InternationalRealty0434784110

Noosaville

Saturday22ndJuly

1.00-1.30pm18WyunaDr533AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0468922519

PeregianBeach

Saturday22ndJuly

11.00-11.30am22PeregianEsp423AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0421785512

SunriseBeach

Saturday5thAugust

1.00-1.30pm33RossCres543AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0412711888

SunshineBeach

Saturday15thJuly

12.00-12.45pm7/56DukeStreet322AUCTIONSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

Saturday29thJuly 1.00-1.30pm14RossCrescent432AuctionCentury21Conolly

HOME FOCUS

RIVERSIDE LIVING - EXCELLENT INVESTMENT

EXPERIENCE the tranquillity and enjoyment of waterfront living in the fabulous “The Entrance Noosa Waters” resort. Enjoy a captivating lifestyle or add to holiday letting and relax in the knowledge that professional onsite management will protect your investment returns.

This delightful townhouse is set on the resort’s four acres of lush gardens, located on the Noosa Waters canal with direct access to the stunning Noosa River.

Upstairs are two generous bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and a large, modern bathroom. Stunning views from the master are worth waking up for!

The lower level includes a very spacious living area, kitchen and powder room with easy access to the front private courtyard.

The kitchen features beautiful stone benchtops and modern appliances. Kitchen and dining area flow seamlessly out to the rear spacious deck overlooking the water, perfect for entertaining family and friends. Completing the lower level is the laundry and powder room.

HOME ESSENTIALS

The property has a single lock up garage with plenty of room for the boards and kayaks.

Inside the resort complex there is a choice of swimming pools, jetties and visitor carparks.

The resort is conveniently located just an easy walk from Gympie Terrace and the Noosa River foreshore with its array

of cafes and restaurants, and a mere 10 minute drive to cosmopolitan Hastings Street.

Features at a glance:

· Fantastic water views

· Front private courtyard paved in sandstone

· Rear spacious deck overlooking the water

· 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

· Modern kitchen with stone benchtops and quality appliances

· Split system air conditioning to bedrooms

· 1.5kw solar power

· Single lock up garage with room for kayaks and boards

· Choice of pools and jetties for your use

· Visitor carparks; professional onsite management ●

Address: 39/67 Gibson Road, NOOSAVILLE Description: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 garage, pool Price: Offers Over $1,485,000 Considered

Inspect: Saturday, 10am - 10.30am and Wednesday, 1pm - 1.30pm Contact: Warren Evans 0428 711 163 and Chris Forde 0411 328 488, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

RARE PRIVATE COASTAL SANCTUARY

LIVE your dream in this private coastal sanctuary – relax among nature’s wonderland on peaceful Noosa North Shore and be just minutes to numerous Noosaville and Noosa Heads international attractions.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and discover this ultimate coastal retreat. This exclusive residential land offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own your private coastal oasis set amidst lush bushland - but you will be only a few minutes drive to the 80 km pristine sandy ocean beach or continue up to epic adventures on iconic K’gari (Fraser Island).

This 4618m2 (approx 1 acre) level allotment is a rare find in this tightly held precinct, making it an opportunity not to be missed. Nestled on a secluded street, this property is surrounded by flora and fauna and offers endless possibilities to create your own private weekender or homely sanctuary.

Improvements on the property include landscaped entry and a Council approved modern design 6m X 6m steel garage / shed with mains power and ample water supply (suitable for temporary accommodation).

Imagine waking up to the sounds of the ocean, enjoying your morning coffee as you

soak in the breathtaking scenery and listen to endless bird songs or hike the trails of Cooloola National Park.

Water activities you ask? Enjoy surfing uncrowded waves or fishing on nearby Teewah Beach, kayak on Noosa River –keep your boat, jet ski, or kayak at home and access the local boat ramp onto Noosa River just 50m from your front door!

Access to the property is quick and easy, with a regular car ferry from Tewantin (locals get a cheap ferry pass) drive 15 minutes on well-maintained gravel road or take a 2-minute boat ride from Noosaville and Tewantin Marina.

Further details:

· Fast NBN Internet access available

· Standard Noosa Council residential build-

ing ByLaws apply.

This is your chance to live the life you’ve always dreamed of in one of Australia’s most sought-after coastal locations.

Don’t miss this opportunity to secure the only vacant residential 1-acre allotment available in this exclusive precinct.

Make your dreams a reality - contact Roger for additional information. ●

SecureYourNoosavilleAddress

105/24LAkeWeYbADrive,NooSAviLLe

•Chictownhousestyleunitlocatedinaprivateandquietenclave

•Openplandownstairswithmodernkitchenandlivingareas

•Diningandloungeflowtothefrontandrearcourtyards

•Upstairshastwogenerouslysizedbedroomsandloftstorage

•Northfacingmasterbedroomopenstoasunnybalcony

•Recentlypainted,newcarpet,furnishings,dishwasherandoven

•Enjoyundercoverparking,sharedpoolandentertainingarea

•ClosetoalltheactiononGympieTerraceandNoosaRiver

Chrissiebaker 0491185774

chrissie@lagunarealestate.com.au

UniqueOpportunityNoosaville

1/5SylviaStreet,NOOSaville

•Spaciousonelevel2-bedroomvillainquietcul-de-sac

•Northfacinglightfilledsunroomprovidingprivacy

•Livingroomopenstothesunroomwithakitchenservery

•Idealforentertaining,openplanliving/kitchenanddining

•Masterbedroomhasslidingdoorsouttothebackporch

•5kWsolarsystem,thisunithasitallandisamustsee

•Perfecttoresidein,lockupandleaveorholidaylet

•StepsfromNoosaRiverwherewatersportsabound

RiverfrontPenthouseElevatorAccess

2/179GymPiETERRAcE,NoosAvillE

•NorthfacingNoosaRiverfrontpositionofferscompleteprivacy

•Highceilingsthroughoutandboastingloadsofnaturallight

•FullfloorapartmentsetonexcitingGympieTerrace,Noosaville

•Openplankitchenandlivingflowseasilyouttothesunfilledbalcony

•Stonebenches,cooltilesandneutraltonesfeaturethroughout

•Eachstylishbedroomhasanensuite,balconyandbuiltinrobes

•Internalaccessfromelevator,airconditioning,lockupgarage

•Excitingrestaurants,boutiquesandstunningNoosaRiveratyourdoorstep!

FoRsAlE $2,690,000.00

viEW Fri,SatandWed 12-12.30pm

melanieButcher 0407379893

mel@lagunarealestate.com.au

SensationalAcreageWithDualLiving

184KinKinRoAD,CAninA

•Duallivingopportunityon19fencedacres,establishedmangoorchard&largedam

•Stables,flatarenaarea,poweredshedsolarpanelsandsolarhotwater

•Threespaciouslivingareas,ductedairconditioningthroughout

•Modernkitchenwithstonebenchtopsandbutler’spantrypluswalk-inpantry

•Largemaster,walk-throughrobetoensuite,2ndwalk-inrobe

•Sizablebedrooms,amplecupboardstorageandseparateguestaccommodation

•Magnesiumingroundpoolofferingbeautifuleasterlyviews

•Locatedonly12minstoGympieand30minstotheCooloolaCoast

FoRSALE

Robnimmo

0409614482

rob@lagunarealestate.com.au

NotACentToSpend

20HooperCreSCeNT,TewANTiN

•Totallyrenovated,charmingresidenceinaquietneighbourhood

•Singlelevel,extremelyfunctionalfloorplan,generoussize

•L-shapedloungeanddiningformealsandrelaxationseparation

•Casualdiningadjacenttokitchenopenstothegrassyrearyard

•Newaircon,carpets,flooring,lighting,dishwasher;substantialshed

•Designerlandscapingpresentsagorgeousstreetscape

•Naturereserveandwalkingtrailsacrossthestreet

•Closetolocalshops,transportandgolfclub.10mindrivetoGympieTce

ForSALe $945,000

View Sat11.30-12pm

warrenevans 0428711163

warren@lagunarealestate.com.au

ChrisForde 0411328488

chris@lagunarealestate.com.au

52HendryStreet,tewantin

•Builtin2006asaluxuriousBoysTownLotteryprizehome

•Architecturalnorth-facinghomeonanelevated506m2block

•High4metreceilingsfeatureinspaciouslivingareas

•Largedesignerkitchenwithstonebenchtopsandwalkinpantry

•Heated7metrepoolandexpansivecoveredcourtyard

•Spaciousgroundfloormastersuitewithaccesstocourtyard

•Discerningbuyerswillappreciatethedesignandpresentation

•Inspectnow,andbeinapositiontopurchaseatauction!