Noosa Today - 9th August 2024

Kin Kin stumps up in pink

It was a great day all round at the annual Pink Stumps Day at Kin Kin Sportsground last Sunday when the Kin Kin Community took on the Noosa Council and wonagain.

Maybe it’s the home turf advantage but in its nine game history Kin Kin has taken the Pink Stumps Day title seven times.

This year the final score was 115 to 95 and the all-important fundraising effort for the McGrath Foundation reached more than $4200.

There was fierce competition on the cricket field and all sorts of antics employed.

The Kin Kin Community even used star-power, enlisting the help for the second year of local celebrities including Jimmy Wilkins, winner of the 2020 reality show, The Block, and chef Matt Golinski. Continued page 4

TheNoosaProstateAssociationhasraisedawhopping $270,000 at their fifth annual Prostate Cancer Awareness Lunch held on 30 July with 300 people converging on the Noosa Heads Surf Club.

The event is one of Noosa’s best and most successfulcharityfundraisers,withticketsbeingtaken up by supporters without release to the general public.

The Association has now raised over $1,000,000 for awareness, education, research and support, and for the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia, and it has been instrumental in having a prostate cancer specialist nurse appointed for Noosa. Their message at the lunch was that as prostate cancer takes the lives of about 3700 men each year, men must have an annual blood test, as early detection saves lives and late detection can be fatal.

The Noosa Prostate Association has gathered

an extraordinary group of partners, sponsors, donors, and supporters including Ramsay Health Care, Icon Cancer Centre, Ogilvie Group, Noosa Heads Surf Lifesaving Supporters Club and SurfClub Noosa restaurant.

Guests were educated by urologist Dr Stuart Collins and oncologist Associate Professor Alex Tan, and entertained by businesswoman Janine Allis and comedian Darren Carr.

Eighteen auction items were energetically auctioned and raised $125,000. They included a private jet and yacht charter, stays at Charlotte Pass Snow Resort, Mt Mulligan Lodge, Bedarra Resort, and Upper House By Aria, a Flight Centre package, jewellery from Isabella’s, an evening with Janine Allis, even a Roger Whittaker gold record, and Jackie O’s Masked Singer dress.

That’s how you do it. (Rob Maccoll)

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Win tickets to hear jazz

Win a Double Pass to a Jazz concert of your choice!

Running from Thursday 22 August to Sunday 1 September, Noosa Jazz Festival is celebrating 30 years of jazz music in Noosa over 10 days with some of Australia’s brightest jazz musicians and food creatives. With an opening night special event featuring the Australian Jazz Ensemble and the Noosa Chorale, the festival continues with the traditional jazz party concerts at the J Theatre, riv-

er cruises, lunches, sunset jazz and dinner events - all with live jazz to thrill and entertain you. Don’t miss your chance to win a Double Pass to a concert of your choice from the selection of offer at The J on Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 August at 2pm and Friday 30th and Saturday 31st August at 6.30 pm. View the programme at www. noosajazzclub.com

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

You know there’s an election around the corner when the state government holds a community cabinet town hall meeting on the Sunshine Coast.

That happened this week in Caloundra, the same week Translink fares went on a 50 cent per trip six month trial.

This election will be very different from last when Covid dominated our lives, we were restricted in our movements and our concerns focused on vaccinations, economic recovery the challenges of home schooling and working from home.

So what will the main issues be for Noosa voters? A number of familiar ones have already surfaced.

There’s the management of Noosa River, traffic and roads, particularly Beckmans Road, health care, crime, housing, homelessness, the increasing cost of living and the environment. It’s 10 weeks until the election on 26 October and a week in politics is a long time, as we know.

On a lighter note, Kin Kin hosted their Pink Stumps cricket match last Sunday when the councillors let their hair down, embraced the pink and everyone had a good time. Congratulations to Kin Kin for winning the game, again, and well done on the money raised for the McGrath Foundation.

When it comes to serious sport it’s great to see one of our young athletes, Kristie Edwards, has won a spot at the Olympics, running in the relay.Whatafantasticeffort.

- Margaret Maccoll

High-tech council eye on parking laws

The latest advance in Council’s quest to drive better parking across the shire hits the road in August.

“A new high-tech parking compliance vehicle will help ensure everyone gets a fair go in our public car parks,” Local Laws and Environmental Health Manager Rob Smith said.

As well as drivers who outstay time limits in busy precincts, illegal parking around schools is also a key focus of patrols in the new vehicle.

“The latest number plate recognition and vehicle positioning technology installed in the new hybrid vehicle enables Council’s parking officers to monitor turnover in Noosa’s high demand parking areas,” Mr Smith said.

“Vehicle patrols will also focus on drivers who ignore safety markings such as yellow lines and no-stopping restrictions

“It is able to detect offences far more efficiently than traditional parking patrol methods taking highly targeted images on the move, in all weather conditions and at night.

“The system can also identify whether a vehicle has overstayed the permitted time by comparing the images taken each time it patrols the area,” Mr Smith said.

“Better parking regulation supports businesses who rely on the regular turnover of parking for their customers, and residents and visitors who rely on drivers not overstaying so that everyone gets fair access to our busy precincts.

“Meanwhile, unsafe parking around schools during drop-off and pick-up times also puts families at greater risk of accidents which are completely avoidable,” he said.

The vehicle captures high quality images of parked vehicles and records the location, registration number and time. The image of the vehicle will soon be included on all infringement notices.

“The technology in this vehicle will bring us into line with many other councils across Australia, including southeast Queensland. It allows us to monitor parking availability and regulate far more efficiently than ever before.

“Other benefits include helping to ensure the safety of our staff by reducing the likelihood

of them becoming the target of violence and aggression while doing their job,” Mr Smith said.

The information collected is held securely and only used for parking compliance and strategies to improve parking across Noosa. Any images of people and other vehicles captured are automatically blanked out by the system to protect their privacy.

Council will be continuing to encourage all drivers to educate themselves about Noosa’s regulated parking areas, where to park and the

time limits that apply, with further information available via Council’s website or the QR code on the side of the vehicle.

To help drivers get used to the new arrangements, Council will only be issuing warning notices for a two-week period for non-safety related offences. Drivers who are issued with an infringement or a warning will receive them by post.

Find out more at noosa.qld.gov.au/parkingregulations

Council’s new parking patrol hits the streets. (Supplied)

Boost for Olympic rowing

By Peter Watson and Ian Jobling

Coastal Rowing, as a recognised rowing speciality, has been given a recent boost with the confirmation of an agreement between Rowing Australia and Surf Life Saving Australia. This has opened the way for aspiring members of the Surf Life Saving fraternity to exhibit their skills and adapt to the sculling action used in Coastal Rowing boats. The opportunity to represent Australia at the Olympics in 2028 Los Angeles and/or 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games is a great incentive to try this exciting sport.

Rowing has been an event at every Olympic Games except those in Athens in 1896. In the Official Report of the Games of the First Olympiad there is one line for rowing: “No rowing events could be held due to adverse weather condition. The events were to be held at Phaleron Bay – an open beach. But, at the next Olympic Games,

Coastal Rowing will be a new and exciting event with single, double and quad shells actually specifically designed for the open beach.

Coastal Rowing will be an event at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, and it is anticipated it will be staged on the Sunshine Coast at either Mooloolaba or Noosa Heads at the Brisbane 2032 Games.

This year’s Australian Coastal Rowing Championships will held over four days at Mooloolaba from Thursday 16 – Sunday 20 August.

Recent discussions with the former Australian and Queensland President of the Surf Rowers League indicated they were looking at Coastal Rowing as an option for their Masters competition rowers, in particular, who were looking at continuing to row on the sea but avoiding the hazards of surf.

At the inaugural Australian championships

Man transported by air to hospital after crash

The Sunshine Coast-based LifeFlight aeromedical crew on Saturday airlifted a man after he was injured in a car crash just after 11am in the Gympie region.

The man was driving a four-wheel drive which was towing a caravan.

When he lost control, the 4WD veered off the road into a ditch and hit a tree.

The 4WD and caravan both landed on their sides.

The LifeFlight crew was able to land the helicopter in a paddock, close to the incident.

Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS), Queensland Police Service (QPS) and

Queensland Fire Department (QFD) personnel were on the scene when the aeromedical team arrived.

The LifeFlight critical care doctor and QAS flight paramedic worked alongside local paramedics to treat the man for chest injuries and lacerations.

The man, aged in his 60s, was flown to Sunshine Coast University Hospital in a stable condition.

A woman was also injured in the crash.

She was transported to a nearby hospital by Queensland Ambulance.

held at Noosa Heads in 2021, there were many rowers from the University of Queensland Club who were successful. Harry Nott was the winner of the Under 21 Men’s C-R 4 km Solo event. Harry praised the quality and handling of his Kanghua racing shell provided by Sykes Boatbuilders for the championships and commented on the difference between Coastal Rowing boats and traditional rowing shells:

“The boat is higher and catches the wind more, and you have to be aware of the swells which vary in size and force … and you need to be efficient when on the breaking waves coming into shore by keeping rowing, even when you catch it – or it catches you!”

When asked whether he will continue with Coastal Rowing leading up to the possibility of competing at the 2028 Los Angeles and 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games, Harry said he was keen:

“My Grandma lives at Coolum so I would be able to row with the Coastal Rowing Noosa club on occasions.”

The introduction of “Come and Try” options at Mooloolaba and Kawana has been very successful with Surf Club members who can read waves, swells, rips and currents well, along with still-water rowers taking the opportunity to experience this exciting extension to traditional rowing.

Coastal Rowing Noosa is also offering “Come & Try” sessions. If you are interested, please contact Peter Watson through the Coastal Rowing Noosa website: https://www.coastalrowingnoosa.com.

[Peter Watson is Secretary of Coastal Rowing Noosa. Dr Ian Jobling was the Founding Director of the UQ Centre of Olympic Studies, now Patron of the Queensland Centre of Olympic and Paralympic Studies, University of Queensland]

Harry Nott (Gold) and Harry Pettet (Bronze) in the U21 Solo Endurance 4km event with UQ

coach Michael Russell in 2021. (Ian Jobling)

Competitor in a Kangua solo shell at the 2022 Australian Championships. (Con Chronis)

LifeFlight airlifted a man to hospital after a crash. (Brian Russell)

Kin Kin’s victory in pink

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But when it comes to showmanship and costumes the teams were evenly matched.

Former Kin Kin resident Noosa MP Sandy Bolton was umpire on the day delivering fair and animated decisions.

Event organiser Anita Poteri said “it was such a good fun day“ with the community spirit running high and great to see the competitors’ families getting in on the action.

Helping make it a success were those manning the food outlets and Stone & Wood which was there to make sure everyone was refreshed throughout the event.

Fundraising coordinator Wanda Jardine was busy selling raffle tickets to the many prizes donated by local businesses on the day to support a cause close to their hearts that lies behind the excitement and festivities.

Funds raised will go to the McGrath Foundation to provide specialist McGrath Breast Care Nurses who offer physical, psychological, and emotional support free of charge to individuals and their families affected by breast cancer.

Kin Kin community catches Council out.

Bowled with style.

Emotions ran high on the pitch.

Another one heads for the boundary.

Dressed for the part.

Fashions on the field.

Close call.

Headed for the stumps. (Rob Maccoll)

Got this one.

Mayor welcomes response

Noosa Mayor Frank Wilkie has thanked the community for making submissions during extended consultation on proposed planning scheme amendments, saying they were a local response to help address the nationwide housing availability and affordability crisis and meet stateimposed dwelling targets.

“There’s very strong community expectation that all levels of government need to work together to address this crisis and these proposals respect that,” Cr Wilkie said.

“We received an extra 100 submissions during the 10 day-extension, on top of more than 350 received during the original six-week consultation.’’

Cr Wilkie said that in order to stay within our urban boundaries and not create urban sprawl, the amendments propose more smaller dwellings close to existing centres in response to these pressures.

“It’s a difficult balance, but we will continue to take a conservative approach to growth while accommodating pressure to house more of south-east Queensland’s population and deliver what our community needs,” he said.

“They’re subject to changes to reflect community feedback, but our proposed amendments aim to deliver more homes, as well as a greater choice of homes - including smaller and more affordable dwellings - and all without compromising Noosa’s character and amenity.”

The Mayor said extending the consultation for the extra 10 days meant Council may no longer be able to submit the amendments to the state for sign-off before the October state election.

“The amendments may take significantly longer to be implemented but we’ve ensured those who wanted to could have a say.’’

Council wrote to 646 property owners in areas of proposed zone changes, as well as more than 390 owners adjoining proposed zone

changes, to advise them of the changes and how to have a say.

Information was sent out to 105 planning, design and development consultants operating in Noosa, plus 39 stakeholder business and com-

Lose yourself to seduction

By Jim Fagan

Seduction had been one of the enduring themes of art since Eve offered Adam an apple and UK artist and freelance lecturer Lynne Gibson will discuss it with Noosa group ArtsNational next week.

She will describe how courtly love blossomed in manuscripts and miniatures of the Middle Ages and the Italian Renaissance offering a cast of amorous gods and goddesses as well as how “puritanical Dutch and prudish Victorians tut-tutted over the loose morals of fallen women.”

In our permissive society has the ‘Battle of Sexes’ killed the spirit of romance? This lecture celebrates the theme of love and courtship through painting.

As well as lecturing internationally, Lynne has also worked professionally as an etcher and a painter in oils. Solo and group exhibitions have included the RWA, the British Museum, the Guild Gallery in Bristol and London’s Barbican. Her work is held in private and public col-

lections and has been used in a range of publications, including newspapers, periodicals and for book covers.

She says it is easy to take colour for granted in our manufactured world. and in a second lecture she discusses how before organic chemistry the most desirable pigments were often rare, exotic, or poisonous.

Merchants supplied cochineal ‘grana’ from the holds of Spanish galleons, pungent golden nuggets from India and lapis rock carried by camel train from the mountains of Badakhshan. Alchemists prepared deadly King’s Yellow, mysterious Vitriol of Venus and Moorish Gold concocted from basilisk powder and human blood. This lecture tells the stories of alchemy and adventure behind some our beautiful and colourful paintings.

ArtsNational Noosa. Double lecture, Saturday August 17 at St Mary’s Church, 17 William Street, Tewantin at 2.30pm. Bookings preferred: membershipnoosaadfas@gmail.com Visitor fees: $30 pp includes afternoon tea.

munity groups to share with their members.

Around 300 people attended five information pop-ups and Council’s June 20 Ordinary Meeting to find out more and talk to Council planning staff about the proposed amendments.

Council will now analyse and understand the submissions and identify if changes need to be made to the amendments, based on this feedback, prior to submitting these back to the State government for sign off.

Seduction will be a topic discussed by UK artist and freelance lecturer Lynne Gibson at an ArtsNational talk this month. (Supplied)

The council will analyse submissions on planning amendments to determine if changes are to be made. (Supplied)

The State Government has partnered with Sunshine Coast Council to secure key koala, glossy black cockatoo and ground parrot habitat by acquiring a 150-hectare property at Peregian Beach for future declaration as a conservation park.

The property, located on Monak Road, shares boundaries with the Doonan Wetland Nature Refuge and Noosa National Park.

Its inclusion on Queensland’s expansive list of protected area builds on the NoosaMaroochy Wallum Area biodiversity corridor which provides koalas and other native species a safe passage to thrive in, and move between, key habitat areas on the Sunshine Coast.

As well as koalas, the estate provides essential habitat for the ground parrot, the glossy black cockatoo, the Wallum Froglet and the tusked frog.

The property is also home to the endangered Mountain Emu she-oak, which is only found within a 55km radius between Beerburrum and Noosa.

The new conservation park will allow visitors to connect with these protected species in their natural habitat while ensuring the estate continues to foster its unique biodiversity.

The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service will work together with Sunshine Coast Council and the Kabi Kabi People to oversee the management of the estate, including pest control and fire management to ensure the area maintains its significant environmental value for generations to come.

“Three of the protected species found on the property - the sand yabby, the ground parrot and the Mount Emu she-oak - are mostly restricted to this part of Sunshine Coast region, highlighting the importance of conserving this area to protect these species,” Environment Minister Leanne Linard said at the site on Tuesday.

“This is an exciting acquisition and I thank

Sunshine Coast Council for partnering with the Miles Government to ensure the environmental values of the area are protected.”

“Connecting the Doonan Wetlands Nature Refuge and Noosa National Park on Kabi Kabi land, with this bushland, will create a wildlife corridor that locals have been fighting for for a long time,” Queensland Conservation Council Protected Areas Campaigner Nicky Moffat said.

“Queensland has spectacular, unique natural and cultural landscapes and they need to be cared for.

“Well-funded protected areas are vitally

important and it’s great to see leadership from this Government towards the important goal of doubling Queensland’s protected areas estate.

“It’s great to see the vital habitat these forests create for threatened species like our iconic koalas will be protected from development and cared for in meaningful consultation with Traditional Owners, the Kabi Kabi People.”

“This parcel of land at Peregian Beach provides a critical link in the Noosa–Maroochy Wallum Area between Doonan Wetlands Nature Refuge and Sunshine Coast Council-

owned environmental reserves to the south and Noosa National Park in the north,” Sunshine Coast Council Environment and Liveability Portfolio Councillor Maria Suarez said.

“The estate features extensive high-quality bushland, a strong diversity of vegetation communities across six mapped regional ecosystems and a strategic position within the landscape, and will offer rare protected habitat for the vulnerable ground parrot in our region.

“This is fantastic news for the region with huge benefits for our adjoining Sunshine Coast and Noosa Biospheres and communities,” Sunshine Coast Environment Council (SCEC) Advocacy & Engagement Manager, Narelle McCarthy said.

“The expansion of the nationally important Noosa-Maroochy Wallum Corridor with this important acquisition provides crucial connectivity vital for biodiversity and threatened species.

“It is particularly significant to see the outstanding values and extent of the conservation estate on Kabi Kabi Country further increased through collaborative partnerships and management given the long-running campaigns first waged by the community over 20 years ago to establish the foundations of this incredibly important Protected Area.

“SCEC is absolutely thrilled with this latest acquisition and looks forward to further additions in future to safeguard habitat and ecosystems.”

Environment Minister Leanne Linard announced the state acquisition of a new conservation part at Peregian. (Supplied)

Don a man for all seasons

By Ron Lane

Within the realms of every big city, country town or beach resort, there lingers those whose sole purpose seems to be the care and welfare of others.

In Noosa, one recently came to our attention when he was awarded the Surf Life Saving National Medal. This medal recognises long service to organisations that protect life and property: sometimes at risk to their members. In this instance, the recipient was Donald Roy McKill.

This gentleman, who is well known known throughout the fund raising, lifesaving and sporting bodies of our community, was born in Edinburgh Scotland. On completion of his education at the George Watson College, Donald joined the Royal Marine Commando’s in 1976, spending four years with the Corp, before heading to Kenya and a stint in South Africa.

Then in 1983 he returned to Edinburgh where he took on a Timber and Hardware Business, while at the same time, maintaining his military connection: doing a stint with the Royal Marine Reserves as a Physical Training Instructor. “Regarding my choice of the Royal Marines, you could say that I was following a family tradition. We had family members served both first and second World Wars and I also had an uncle and godfather in the commandoes in World War II.”

In 2004 Donald, wife Miffy and family, Charley, Ellie and Zoe, arrived in Australia happily settling in Noosa. Since then, all the family have been involved with the Noosa Heads Surf Lifesaving club, both as nippers and patrolling members.

As a Noosa clubbie, Donald has now devoted 18 years of service to the club: many of which he served as a Patrol captain. The year 2015 saw him awarded Club Person of the Year.

His involvement is still full on, as he remains active with patrols, coaching and self- education:

but above all his contribution to the Seahorse Nippers Program, since its inception, has been exceptional. A highlight of his career, has been the successful resuscitation of a patient found unconscious after suffering a stroke. His leadership and handling of the patrol, resulted in the patient

Father and son duo take off with LifeFlight team

Father and son aeromedical duo Aaron and Ben Regan share a commitment to help communities.

Dad Aaron has flown helicopters for 35 years servicing New Zealand and Western Australia, before moving to the Sunshine Coast in 2007 to work for LifeFlight.

Ben is the latest addition to the LifeFlight Sunshine Coast aeromedical crew as a Rescue Crew Officer (RCO).

Aaron said Ben’s skills and experience make him a great fit for the role.

“I’m very pleased to have Ben join the team at the Sunshine Coast,” he said.

“It’s not only a proud moment for me, but I know Ben will bring his own set of skills to complement a group of talented, professional aircrew and medical professionals, who I have had the privilege of working with for many years.”

What makes us different?

Ben has a strong background in surf lifesaving, and said his new role encapsulates everything he’s passionate about - aviation, the ocean and helping the community.

“Some of my earliest memories stem from going for joyrides with dad when I was young. This is where my interest in aviation began,” he said.

“I joined LifeFlight as it was an amazing opportunity, and I am excited to finish my training and start at the Sunshine Coast with my dad and the rest of the team. I am eager to continue to learn from the wealth of experience that my colleagues offer.”

Recently the duo underwent water winch training together, to ensure they’re ready to respond to rescues and emergencies on the water.

“My first winch job alongside dad will be a milestone I will be looking forward to,” he said.

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making a full recovery and a patrol award for their competence.

Donald’s efforts in fundraising for various charities, has been outstanding. Smile for Child, Kids Foundation, Tour De Cure has seen him take

on many bike rides around Australia: helping to raise awareness and funds over many years.

His passion for all things sport, has seen him represent many clubs in the sport of Rugby: as a result throughout his career, it has taken him all around the world. Playing in America, Hong Kong, France, Ireland, Wales, England and as previously mentioned his stints in Kenya and South Africa. However, his career was cut short, when he suffered a broken neck while playing for his Edinburgh Club Watsonians.

Following a full recovery, he turned his attention to squash and on many occasions was successful in reaching several regional finals. This plus his venture into the Triathlon and Ironman events, has kept him fit and fully alert: the serious sporting injury, became a thing of the past. On moving to Noosa his love of Rugby saw him successfully serve time as President of Noosa Dolphins. His attitude and dedication, once again proved outstanding to a cause of his choice.

Highlight of this time, was being instrumental in bringing the British and Irish Lions Touring Rugby Team to Noosa as a training camp, in 2013: a great promotion for the local game and also for Tourism Noosa. Now 13 years later, he’s still involved working with Tourism Noosa on the British and Irish Lions tour 2025, regarding options surrounding the tour of Australia.

“It is hard to believe that another patrol season is just a month or so away.” Once again, our man for all seasons, Donald Roy McKill, will be among the volunteers, teaching and patrolling, while engaging in a service that may put his own life at risk. His outstanding contribution to preserving the proud safety record established by the Surf Life Saving Association of Australia, has been fittingly recognised by the award of the National Medal (Australia). Proud to say he is one of Our People.

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Ben and Aaron Regan. (Sarah Assink)

Donald McKill has been awarded the Surf Life Saving National Medal. (Rob Maccoll)

A top night

The Noosa Open Studios Launch Party and Fundraiser Auction on Friday 2 August at the Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre was a resounding success, leaving attendees with unforgettable memories.

President Carol Watkins and promotions manager Jasmine Hayes warmly welcomed guests to the beautifully decorated Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre. The ambiance was electric as attendees mingled and admired the stunning artworks up for auction.

The highlight was the fundraiser auction, offering attendees the chance to bid on diverse artworks donated by talented local artists. The auction showcased prints, paintings, furniture, intricate jewellery, unique ceramics, and even a belly board donated by Tom Wegener and deco-

rated by artist Dale Leach.

Spirited bidding wars reflected the community’s appreciation for art.

Thanks to the attendees, the auction raised essential funds for Noosa Open Studios, ensuring the annual art trail’s continued success. These contributions help sustain and grow this beloved event, offering artists a unique opportunity to showcase their work.

“Thank you to everyone who attended, supported, and contributed to this phenomenal success,“ Ms Hayes said.

“Together, we continue to nurture and celebrate our community’s incredible talent, looking forward to the art trail from 30 August to 8 September.“

Volunteers in need

Local palliative care community hospice, Katie Rose Cottage, is urgently calling for volunteers across all of their five Op Shops from Noosa to Maroochydore.

The op ahops provide vital funds, to help cover the cost of their dedicated, highly skilled professional palliative care nurses who provide round-the-clock palliative care to those in our community facing end-of-life at no cost, when every moment matters.

This hospice which services from Caloundra to Gympie, is one of just a few hospices in Australia, offering palliative care at no cost.

Whilst Queensland Health contributes approximately 35 per cent of this $1.3 million cost, they rely on donations from the community, grants, fundraising events, and funds raised through the Op Shops, to meet the

shortfall in funding.

The op shops not only provide important income stream for the organisation, but they also provide a great social outlet for many our many wonderful volunteers.

The op shops are located in Noosaville (just off Eumundi Road,) Tewantin, Cooroy, Noosa Junction and Maroochydore.

Become part of a passionate, fun-loving team. Learn new skills and meet new friends.

Full training is provided and rosters are flexible: Monday to Friday between 9-4.30pm

If you can spare a few hours each week, to help in the op shop, please contact Lena on 0428 649 413 to register your interest, or visit the volunteers page on their website at katierosecottage.org.au/volunteer

Become a volunteer like Katya at Katie Rose Op Shops. (Supplied)

Noosa Open Studios president Carol Watkins with Noosa Mayor Frank Wilkie (Supplied)

Get fit with the NAC PAC

Are you ready to kickstart your fitness journey as we come out of winter?

The Noosa Aquatic Centre is excited to introduce the NAC PAC, a 12-week fitness promotion designed to give you a taste of everything we offer. We’ve made it easy for you by curating a variety of activities that will help you stay active and healthy.

Try new experiences and dive into a range of activities, from Swim Squad and Aqua Aerobics to Wellness Classes and full access to our stateof-the-art gym. We’ve picked your fitness pack for you, so there’s no need to worry about where to start; we’ve done the hard work for you.

Need a boost? Bring a friend along and keep each other motivated. It’s the perfect time to start your fitness journey and shed those winter

blues.

Enjoy all the benefits without breaking the bank, and explore new activities without a longterm commitment. Establish a routine that fits into your lifestyle and take advantage of convenient early morning classes to get your workout done before work.

Plus, enjoy unlimited access to our three heated swimming pools any time of the day.

Join us at the Noosa Aquatic Centre and experience the best of fitness and wellness. Whether you’re looking to try something new or get back into a healthy routine, the NAC PAC has something for everyone. For more information check us out at noosaaquaticcentre.com.au/noosa-tri/ or phone the NAC on 5448 0288. The

New medical device vital for stroke recovery

Wishlist has announced its next major fundraising campaign to raise $600,000 for a revolutionary medical device that will transform stroke and brain aneurysm care in our region.

The new 3D imaging machine, known as a Biplane Unit, will be the first of its kind on the Sunshine Coast and will play a critical role in establishing a clot-retrieval service for one of the busiest stroke wards in Queensland.

Sunshine Coast Health Director of Neurology and Stroke Dr Antony Winkel highlights the critical need for this technology.

“In Australia, one stroke occurs every 19 minutes, and the SCHHS has a higher-thanaverage admission rate for stroke patients compared to the rest of Queensland,” Dr Winkel said.

“The most common type of stroke is ischemic, where a blood clot blocks a vessel to the brain, leading to irreversible damage if not treated promptly.

“For every minute a stroke goes untreated, 1.9 million neurons die and they are irreversibly lost.

“Clot-retrieval using biplane angiographic devices allows us to remove clots in real-time and restore blood flow to the brain.

“This technology drastically improves outcomes for stroke patients, reducing recovery time and long-term disability.”

Wishlist Fundraising and Partnerships manager Lisa Wilson explains that the current single-plane unit at SCUH is scheduled for replacement by Queensland Health with a similar unit.

“However, with community donations plus additional funding from the health service, we have the opportunity to upgrade to a state-ofthe-art 3D Biplane Unit to provide enhanced

care for the 850 stroke patients our hospitals see every year,” Ms Wilson said.

“As the hospital foundation, we are working hard to raise the funds needed to bring this equipment to Sunshine Coast University Hospital because every minute counts, and every dollar counts.”

This type of technology will give stroke survivors the best chance of recovery, Dr Winkel adds.

“Every 12-minute delay in clot retrieval adds an extra day of recovery in the hospital and countless years of recovery at home,” he

said.

“There are many emergencies in medicine where time is of the essence, but none are more critical than stroke.”

To support Wishlist and help fund the Biplane Unit for the benefit of stroke patients, make a tax-deductible donation at wishlist.org. au or phone 5202 1777.

FAST FACTS:

· One in four people will suffer a stroke in their lifetime.

· The Biplane Wishlist is fundraising for will allow the health service to establish a clot re-

trieval service locally – a first for the Sunshine Coast.

· Stroke specialists will be able to see 3D images of blood vessels in the brain in real-time and alleviate the huge burden of disability for stroke survivors.

· Regional Australians are 17 per cent more likely to experience stroke than those in metro areas.

· There are more than 850 strokes in our region each year.

· Stroke kills more women than breast cancer and more men than prostate cancer.

Dr Antony Winkel, clinical nurse consultant Jess Pyman, 4A nurse unit manager Kyleigh Hermann and stroke clinical nurse consultant Donna Rowley. (Supplied)

NAC’s gym is just one the activities in the NAC PAC. (Supplied)

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The Bolton Report

Sandy Bolton, Noosa MP

Speed date through August

Happy August everyone! Again, I will need to ‘speed date’ through Budget Estimates 2024 instead of the usual dedicated update as there is too much else to share!

Estimates For anyone unfamiliar with these hearings, they follow the Queensland Budget deliberations and gives an opportunity for State MPs to ‘drill’ down into the details on how funds are being spent, or not spent. With our efforts to see the failings of this process addressed via a review of the Committee and Estimates systems, it has been good to see some partial improvements from our advocacies including that we can submit questions to all Portfolio committees prior to hearings for greater efficiencies. Other welcome changes have now been made via a Parliamentary motion, which has reduced the time allocated for Government questions and cannot exceed thirty per cent of the total allocation, with the remaining distributed proportionately between the Opposition and Crossbench MPs. This year, our questions covered a broad range of budgetary inquiries relevant to the Noosa Electorate from community safety, policing and domestic and family violence through to community batteries, land tax, roads, and more. All 49 questions including from my Community Safety and Legal Affairs hearing are posted on Noosa 360 at www.sandybolton.com/ estimate-hearings-2024-summary-august-2024 and will be updated as responses are received. It is not a short read; you may use the ‘Control F’ search function on computers to skip to the topics you are interested in!

Wildlife strikes

With several koalas sadly hit in the 100kph zone of Yurol Forest Drive, we welcomed TMR’s swift response to our calls in placing flashing ‘Watch out for Koalas’ signs on Yurol Forest Drive, McKinnon Drive as well as Cooroy Noosa Road, and are grateful to our wildlife rescuers and all who stop to assist our furry buds. TMR is now conducting a speed review of Yurol Forest Drive, which includes obtaining feedback from Noosa Council

and local police and we will update shortly including on strike mitigations we have urgently requested. For anyone wishing to also email TMR direct regarding, you can do so via northcoast@ tmr.qld.gov.au. A resource for your emails and one that we use is our Noosa MP funded wildlife study, available at www.sandybolton.com/ noosa-mp-funded-study-to-protect-our-wildlife-

update-january-2024. Can we ask that everyone slow down and drive with care!

Heavy Haulage

Thank you to Save Noosa Hinterland for their petition urging the Federal Government to decline the EPBC application for expansion of the Kin Kin Quarry. The response to our submission to the Federal Environment Minister on this and our previous updates regarding are available at www. sandybolton.com/?s=Kin+kin. You may also wish to contact our Federal Member of Parliament (MP) Llew O’Brien via llew.obrien.mp@aph.gov. au and Federal Minister Tanya Plibersek via Minister.Plibersek@dcceew.gov.au.

As you know from our efforts over the last 4 years, we will not give up until the devastation from an inappropriate level of haulage through our beautiful Noosa country communities ends, whether via the new Environmental Powers Bill mentioned last column or by an Independent Environmental Protection Agency for Queensland (EPA) which we have fought for. Given we are the only State in Australia not to have an EPA, which is a stand-alone body for the enforcement of environmental laws, this is essential. Our last response from Government was that all investigation and consultation activities have been completed and it was under consideration. We will not relent in this, the same as with the Environmental Protection (Powers & Penalties) Bill to get greater powers for the Minister to open up historical Environmental Authorities.

Noosa MP Sandy Bolton with Queensland Day award winners from St Vincent de Paul. (Supplied)

The Bolton Report

Sandy Bolton, Noosa MP

Noosa river management

With a ‘no anchoring zone’ 60m from the southern shoreline now in effect as part of new river management and greater safety, there has been some confusion around access, including the trial exemption for vessels under 5m to access shops and recreational activities. We collated and provided feedback to Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ) for clarifications as well investigating conflicting reports including around suggested hitching poles/transit areas with a response expected shortly. This we will update via ‘Noosa 360’ where information obtained so far and requested links to related legislation is also located, as well as FAQS provided by MSQ. Amongst the confusion online was also misinformation that I was involved in Noosa Council’s Conservation Park concept, which is completely incorrect, and we have posted the facts to www.sandybolton.com/ noosa-river-management-update-2-july-2024.

More police, better allocation modelling, new station and DFV upgrades to Maroochydore Courthouse

During the 2023 Estimates Hearings, we queried how adequate police numbers are determined for a region given the increase we have had in domestic and family violence and mental health callouts since COVID. The Commissioner stated in response at the time that they take into account ‘hidden demand’ however, since then, the Queensland Audit Office has conducted a performance audit report called ‘Deploying police resources’ which found this was incorrect and reforms are now being undertaken to develop better modelling, as relayed in my questioning during the Community Safety and Legal Affairs Committee 2024 Estimates Hearing.

As reported previously ninety-eight additional police officers have been allocated for the Sunshine Coast, and we have requested the amount for Noosa as well as their projected timeline, and whether this incorporated new modelling.

Further information is available at www.sandybolton.com/police-recruitment-numbers-andgeneral-update-july-2024 . In addition, the first youth co-responder team for Sunshine Coast is also in process, and work on the Maroochydore Courthouse to provide improved services for those impacted by Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) is underway, as well more. Even though outside the Noosa State Electorate, our residents will also be serviced by the new Cooroy Police Station, and we are looking forward to the opening. Don’t forget, even when a station is not manned, police are on duty 24/7 and for urgent matters, call 000, and for non-urgent matters contact Policelink via www.police.qld.gov.au/police-

link-reporting or by calling 13144.

Tewantin Bypass/ Beckmans Road

As mentioned last column, we are currently awaiting the response from TMR Minister Bart Mellish to our calls to fast-track detailed designs of the next stages of the Tewantin Bypass regardless of whether the delays were on State’s or Noosa Council’s end. Full history in updates at www. sandybolton.com/noosa360 Cooroy Intersections and Overpass

Even though outside the Noosa Electorate, our advocacy has continued regarding the dangerous Cooroy intersections and overpass. Given that pavement works earlier in the year on the railway

overpass did not meet community expectations, the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) have responded to our advocacy with a complete resurfacing to commence in September, covering 1.3kms including the bridge. We continue to request that TMR reengage with the community regarding the intersections, as in the past solutions put forward by TMR were rejected and this needs to be revisited, including the rationale as to why roundabouts were not suitable. Funding and Traineeships

Catching up with recent recipients of our Noosa MP grants including Rise & Thrive, Noosa Landcare, Noosa FM, Vinnies Noosa, and Patches of Cooroy was both a joy and educational! We learnt more of intensive trauma intervention, prevention, and recovery programs for both youth and adults, and how defibrillators are not only lifesaving but that they also emit a very loud alarm when you open the cabinet as I found out! Congratulations as well to those who received state funding this month, including over thirty local sporting groups, as well the Solutions Network and Noosa Landcare who have been successful again in the Skilling Queenslanders for Work program. This is testimony of how to effect change and create jobs through traineeships for our young Noosans, and the extra staff needed in Noosa!

As always, this ‘speed date’ is just a portion of what has happened this month, so please, check www.sandybolton.com/noosa360 for our updates, subscribe to our newsletter at www.sandybolton.com/newsletters or contact our office via noosa@parliament.qld.gov.au or 53193100. We live in an incredible community who lead the way in so many realms, including the health facilities opened this month, and being independent in the ways that matter. Noosa is unique, and we need to retain, and expand on this as we head into our future.

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Noosa MP Sandy Bolton has been drilling down on details to funding. (Supplied)

Fighting the ‘silent killer’

Jo Yates, a Noosa-based ovarian cancer survivor, is raising awareness about the urgent need for research on ovarian cancer, often referred to as the ‘silent killer’. Despite being the deadliest gynaecological cancer, ovarian cancer is an underfunded area of research and lacks a screening test.

As we approach Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month and Women’s Health Week in September, Jo’s story serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of early detection and increased funding for this deadly disease.

At the age of 42, she received a shocking ovarian cancer diagnosis during a routine pap smear. Both of her ovaries were affected, necessitating an immediate hysterectomy.

Reflecting on her experience, Jo recalls the moment her doctor asked if she wanted to keep her cervix and uterus, only to inform her of the impending menopause. She said: “I experienced pain after sex, bloating, felt full too quickly, and was going to the bathroom more often, but I had put it down to other things. When you look at it all together, they’re all symptoms of ovarian cancer.

“I hadn’t planned on having kids but knowing that option was taken from me was devastating.”

This life-altering event has fuelled her determination to advocate for more research and awareness surrounding ovarian cancer.

“It’s bizarre that ovarian cancer is not as funded or talked about (as other cancers such as breast cancer) maybe because it is taboo. But it shouldn’t be that way,“ she said.

Recognising the urgent need for funding and progress in ovarian cancer research, Cure Cancer has funded researchers like Professor Caroline Ford, who is developing an early detection test for ovarian cancer.

“The majority of ovarian cancer patients are diagnosed when the cancer has already spread to other organs, making surgery and treatment difficult,“ Prof Ford said. “We’re aiming to develop a sensitive and specific test to detect ovarian cancer at the very earliest stage, when curative surgery is possible. There is an international army of

Sparkling addition to Bloomhill’s fundraiser

An 18ct Rose and White Gold Argyle Pink and White Diamond pendant valued at over $12,000 is one of many leading auction items up for grabs at the annual Bloomhill Cancer Care fundraising night to be held on Thursday 29 August.

Donated by long term Bloomhill supporter, Cotton Tree based jewellery store NY2K Jewellers, the stunning pendant is made from a mix of Australian white and pink argyle diamonds sourced from West Australia’s Pilbara region.

NY2K Jeweller’s store owners Paul and Kristen New said they were pleased to be able to once again donate a special piece of jewellery to Bloomhill.

“Bloomhill does amazing work in our community and that’s what we love about them, the money they raise is spent locally to support locals impacted by cancer. We have had a number of clients over the years who have accessed the incredible services provided by Bloomhill and we are proud to continue to donate a piece of jewellery each year to help them achieve their fundraising targets,” Paul said.

Bloomhill general manager Holly Hale said the annual event was one of the most important fundraisers of the year for the local charity which relies heavily on the local community’s support to continue their important work.

“Last year was a really fun event and we plan to take it to another level this year with great food, beverages and one of Queensland’s hottest party and percussion DJ’s James Mack Entertainment, as well as with some incredible auction items and lucky door prizes too.

“We are so pleased to announce that Cotton Tree-based Fraser-Kirk Plastic Surgery will be our major event sponsor and their support will ensure that we can literally go to another level with this year’s event which will be held at the brand-new Wharf Events on Level One within the Mooloolaba Wharf precinct. It’s a fantastic looking venue and will set the scene

for a great night of fun and fundraising,” Holly said.

Bloomhill Cancer Care is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to providing support to individuals and families affected by cancer. Through nursing and therapeutic services, Bloomhill aims to enhance the quality of life for those on the cancer journey.

Tickets to the event are $69 per person and includes a cocktail on arrival, food and entertainment. To secure your tickets, visit bloomhill.com.au

Paul New from NY2K Jewellers in Cotton Tree is donating a diamond pendant for auction.

committed ovarian cancer researchers out there collaborating on research and working hard to improve the situation.“

Cure Cancer is dedicated to backing brave thinking and kick-starting new ideas in cancer research. By funding the top one per cent of bright

new projects led by the most brilliant minds in science, they contribute to saving millions of lives.

Jo Yates with her pup Barry. (Supplied)

Professor Caroline Ford. (Supplied)

Celebrate at Steiner

The Noosa Steiner School Children’s Festival is a celebration of community oneness with the theme “Be the Village” at the heart of this year’s festival.

Tucked away in Doonan’s beautiful hinterland, this festival celebrates the loving support of our community, as we acknowledge it really does take a village to raise our children well.

Step into a world of creativity and nature’s wonders. From pony rides to rock climbing, tiedyeing to candle dipping, there’s something for kids of all ages. Get busy with ‘make and create’ activities that let your imagination run wild. Be mesmerised by live performances by school orchestras and the amazing Pengari Strings.

Don’t miss the chance to win incredible prizes at the festival’s raffle – over $10,000 worth, including a fantastic $3000 Stratus Ultimate Camping Package. And check out the Silent Auction, where you can bid on goodies worth $10,000. While there, savour the delicious locally sourced treats and explore the mini-market stalls.

The Children’s Festival is more than just an event; it’s a gift from our community to yours. Bring your family, friends, and inner child for a day of shared laughter and connection. Experience the vibrant spirit of Noosa Steiner School and consider joining a guided tour.

Let’s all come together on 11 August from 10am to 3pm for a day of childhood enchantment at the Noosa Steiner School Children’s Festival. Stay in the loop on Facebook: Pengari Children’s Festival at facebook.com/pengari

Speakers from LNP on finance

More than 90 local business owners and community representatives gathered at the Noosa Boathouse last week to hear from LNP representatives at an economic forum organised by Noosa Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Speakers Shadow Minister for Finance, Senator Jane Hume and Shadow Assistant Minister for Finance James McGrath were invited to Noosa by LNP candidate for Noosa Clare Stewart to share their expertise and insights on economic issues facing the region and the country, with a focus on cost of living and inflationary pressures.

Senator Hume, chair of the Select Committee on the Cost of Living, spoke about the critical economic challenges facing Australians and the need for monetary policy and fiscal policy to be working in the same direction to reduce inflation.

Ms Stewart provided insight into the local economic challenges, particularly highlighting the unique issues facing Noosa’s community and small businesses.

“Noosa is not immune to the broader national challenges. We face critical labour shortages, inflation rates that stretch budgets, and a housing market that increasingly burdens our residents and workers“ she said.

“As of March 2024 the median sale price of dwellings in Noosa was $1.25 million, starkly contrasted with the state median of $650,000. This disparity is not just a statistic – it’s a pressing issue for families, young professionals and our essential service workers. It is crucial that we find innovative solutions to ensure sustainable growth and inclusivity in our local economy.“

Chamber president Ralph Rogers said the Chamber was committed to fostering a dialogue that supports and advocates for our local businesses.

“These discussions are vital for understanding and navigating the economic landscape we operate in,“ he said.

“We are determined to ensure that our local economy is not left to the mercy of those who may not understand or care about the potential impacts of poorly thought-out policies and actions. In a landscape where no one wants to take responsibility for shaping our local economy, it is imperative that we collectively step up and take action.”

“A healthy community requires a healthy economic environment where small and medium sized businesses can thrive. We are committed to seeing Noosa flourish economically for the wellbeing of our members and the broader community.”

The Children’s Festival is more than just an event; it’s a gift from our community to yours. (Supplied)

Savour the local treats and enjoy the mini-market stalls.

There’s something for everyone at the children’s festival.

Be mesmerised by live performances by school orchestras and the amazing Pengari Strings.

Little Mermaid spectacular

The much-loved underwater fairy tale was presented by local school students at Good Shepherd Lutheran College. Brought to life with spectacular costumes, sets, song and dance, over 90 students from Year 4 to Year 7 carried the audience to a magical under sea kingdom.

This fantastical journey “under the sea” with Ariel and friends in Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR., was adapted from Disney’s Broadway production and the movie. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories, Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR. is an enchanting tale of love and acceptance. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home – and her fins – behind and live in the world above.

But first, she has to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she’s the girl whose enchanting voice he’s been seeking.

Mr Jim Tomkin and Mrs Kirsten Lee, musical directors of Little Mermaid JR. at Good Shepherd were excited to be able to bring this beautiful story to the stage.

“It was really rewarding for the students, in fact for everyone involved.” reflected Mr Tomkins. “Students, aged between 9 and 12, have learnt many skills including confidence, determination, the benefits of practice, the joy of performing together with new friends made along the way. There was much laughter and even a few tears at the final show.”

The fabulous energy of the performers was accentuated by the colours and vibrance of the sets and costumes.

“A lot of hard work and dedication went into bringing our vision to life. Over 50 staff members, older students and many parents were on the journey with us. The delightful energy and commitment that students brought to rehearsals was amazing. With over 1000 tickets selling across the performances, it was truly an amazing display of talent and passion.” Says Mrs Lee.

College Principal Mr Anthony Dyer explains, “This production has been a year in the making and celebrates the efforts of a wonderful College community. Our students took to the stage like professionals and performed exceptionally. While many staff were involved, many parents have been part of the team working to create the show. Everyone worked together to make this show a huge success and a wonderful experience for the students.” And while parents look forward to a future free of endless Little Mermaid

song repetitions at

home and in the car, the students reflect on the amazing journey while they continue to relish the applause and cheers of the audience. And the

Performing Arts department return to the drawing board and commence their quest for the next musical to bring to the Good Shepherd stage.

More than 90 students worked for months to perfect their performances. (Supplied)

The energy of the performers was accentuated by the colourful sets and costumes.

More than 50 staff joined older students and parents on the production journey.

The underwater fairytale of Ariel the mermaid was presented by students at Good Shepherd Lutheran College.

The fantastical journey under the sea was adapted from the Broadway production.

It was a rewarding show for all involved.

The Guide

GLASTONBURY FESTIVAL 2024

SBS Viceland, Friday, 8.30pm

A mainstay of British music culture since the 1980s, this mammoth performing arts festival is a bucket list item for hordes of music lovers. Attended by more than 20,000 festival goers, this five-day event held on Scottish farmland is iconic: For those who weren’t able to fly across the globe and experience the riot of tunes and famous acts, this BBC-shot series takes you through the crowds and on stage to experience the thrills. Featuring five episodes, the revelry– and, no doubt couch dancing – kicks off with a double episode that’s the perfect way to jump-start the weekend. The diverse line-up includes pop star Dua Lipa and noughties girl group Sugababes, along with Coldplay (pictured) and rap act The Streets.

Friday, August 9

PICK OF THE WEEK

THE BLOCK

Nine, Monday, 7.30pm

Prepare yourself for the tide of holiday and beach idioms and puns: Scott Cam and TheBlockcrew have washed up again for season 20 of the renovation competition and this time the contestants are taking on a quaint (read: abandoned) holiday resort on Victoria’s windswept Phillip Island to complete five luxury holiday homes. Besides an inordinate amount of sand, another change is somewhat bittersweet: foreman Keith Schleiger has stepped down after 13 years, with the lovable Dan Reilly stepping into his boots. The array of couples includes Cairns’ Kylie and Brad –while she promises a parade of impressive ’dos as a hairdresser, he is double threat as both an electrician and a plumber.

HAIRY BIKERS GO WEST

SBS Food, Saturday, 7.30pm

Best friends, foodies and daredevils

Dave Myers and Si King (both pictured) have amassed more than 30 series under their much-loved Hairy Bikers moniker, but this stirring and fun-loving sojourn is their last. Filmed just before Myers passed away from cancer, this emotional eight-part adventure brims with his zest for life as he clearly savours every moment. Although there are flashes of introspection and sadness, there’s mostly delight as the humorous pair jump on their motorcycles for a culinary sojourn across the UK’s west coast. The inspiring trip kicks off in the Isle of Bute, a destination brimming with cherished memories.

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News

Mornings. 10.00 Planet America. (R) 10.30

That Pacific Sports Show. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.

1.00 Troppo. (Malv, R) 1.55 QI. (Final, Ms, R)

2.25 Back Roads. (PG, R)

2.55 Restoration Australia. (R)

3.50 Griff’s Canadian Adventure. (R) 4.40 Grand Designs. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.00 Great Canal Journeys. (PGa, R) 10.55 Victorian House Of Arts And Crafts. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Woven Threads Stories From Within. (PGa, R) 2.10 The Toys That Built The World. (R) 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. (PG, R) 4.00 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson.

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

7.30 Vera. (Ma, R) Part 3 of 3.

9.05 Troppo. (Mal) When Brooke is found floating in a river, strangled and barely conscious, Ted and Amanda hunt for her attacker.

10.00 QI. (PG, R) Hosted by Sandi Toksvig. 10.30 ABC Late News. Coverage of the day’s events.

10.45 Love Your Garden.

11.35 Grand Designs: West Sussex. (R)

12.20 We Hunt Together. (Malsv, R)

1.10 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)

5.00 Rage. (PG)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Great British Landmark Fixers: Edinburgh North Bridge. A team works on North Bridge in Edinburgh.

8.30 Ancient Superstructures: The Great Sphinx – Carving The Lion King. A look at the Great Sphinx of Giza.

9.30 The Airport: Back In The Skies. (R) Part 2 of 3.

10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 The Shelter. (MA15+av)

12.25 My Brilliant Friend. (Mlsv, R) 3.50 Babies: Their Wonderful World. (R) 4.55

Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R) 5.00

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

SEVEN (7)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Dark Angel. (2019, Mas, R) 2.00 Motorbike Cops. (PG, R) 2.15 Catch Phrase. (PG) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs.

8.30 MOVIE: Fifty Shades Freed. (2018, MA15+s, R) Anastasia and Christian get married but lingering demons from Christian’s past and the continuing threat of Anastasia’s vindictive former employer Jack Hyde throws their future in doubt. Dakota Johnson, Jamie Dornan, Eric Johnson.

10.45 To Be Advised.

1.10 Criminal Confessions: Two Fires, One Victim. (MA15+av, R)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)

THE SECRET LIVES OF OUR URBAN BIRDS: PERTH

ABC TV, Tuesday, 8.35pm

A self-described “nature nerd”, bubbly Dr Anne Jones (pictured) is a delight in this educational, environmental documentary all about our feathered friends. Jones has unflappable credentials when it comes to her fascination and appreciation for birds. After exploring Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney’s lively bird scene, she now heads to Perth where she learns why the locals love their flying city-dwellers so much and how the housing crisis has also affected fairy terns. In the Perth Hills, the splendid fairy-wrens’ difficult love lives are investigated, which hinges on the female’s penchant for bright blue.

NINE (8, 9)

6.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 13: Early morning. 7.00 Today In Paris. Presented by Sarah Abo and Karl Stefanovic. 11.00 9News Morning.

TEN (5, 1)

12.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024: Encore. Hosted by Todd Woodbridge. 3.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 14: Afternoon. 6am Morning Programs. 7.00 The Drew Barrymore Show. (PGas, R) 8.00 Pooches At Play.

6.00 9News.

7.00 Olympic Games

Paris 2024. Day 14: Night.

8.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 23. Parramatta Eels v Penrith Panthers. From CommBank Stadium, Sydney.

9.55 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 14: Night.

10.30 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 14: Late night.

12.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 14: Post midnight.

3.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 14: Overnight.

5.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 14: Early morning.

6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R)

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

7.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Hosted by Tom Gleisner.

8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Mdlsv, R) Celebrity guests include Dakota Johnson, Sterling K Brown, Domhnall Gleeson and Colman Domingo. 9.30 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.

10.30 10’s Late News. 10.55 The Project. (R)

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

Island time:

The five pairs taking on TheBlock’s 20th season.

Saturday, August 10

ABC TV (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7)

6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News

At Noon. 12.30 Unforgotten. (Malv, R) 1.15

Vera. (Ma, R) 2.50 Sister Boniface Mysteries. (R) 3.35 The Greek Islands With Julia Bradbury. (R) 4.00 Rose Gold. (PG, R) 5.25 Landline. (R) 5.55 Stuff The British Stole: Mystery Sphinx. (Final, PG, R)

6.25 I Was Actually There: Woomera. (PG, R) A look at the Woomera detention centre protest.

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

7.30 Sister Boniface Mysteries. (PG) Sister Boniface and her father investigate suspicions of espionage at a chess tournament.

8.20 Van Der Valk. (Mv, R) Part 1 of 3. Van der Valk investigates the murder of a charismatic, young free-running star.

9.50 Fifteen-Love. (Malns, R) Justine’s explosive allegation causes rifts in her closest relationships.

10.40 The Beast Must Die. (Mal, R) Frances plots her revenge. 11.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) Music video clips.

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 10.10 The Bee Whisperer. (PGa, R) 11.05 My Unique B&B. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Woven Threads Stories From Within. (PGa, R) 2.20 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 4.10 Ireland In Music: Sclimpini. 4.40 Britain’s Scenic Railways. (R) 5.35 Tony Robinson’s Forgotten War Stories. (PGal, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Amazing Railway Adventures With Nick Knowles: Morocco. Nick Knowles heads to Morocco.

8.25 Malta: The Jewel Of The Mediterranean. Part 2 of 4. Explores Malta’s ancient olive groves during the annual harvest.

9.20 Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors. (R) It is Holy Week at Westminster Abbey. 10.10 Scotland’s Extreme Medics. (Ma, R) 11.05 Ralph And Katie. (Mls) 12.10 Rex In Rome. (Mv, R)

2.55 Hitler: Countdown To War. (PGav, R) 3.45 Peer To Peer. (PG, R) 4.15 Bamay. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R)

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

SBS

6am WorldWatch.

10.00 Front Up 2000. 11.00 Front Up 2001.

6.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Saturday at The Valley, Missile Stakes and BRC at SCTC Raceday. 1.30 Football. AFL. Round 22. Brisbane Lions v GWS Giants. From the Gabba, Brisbane. 4.30 Border Security: International. (PGd, R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Creek To Coast.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Officers suspect a Brazilian man is lying to them and his answers aren’t helping him.

7.30 MOVIE: The Sapphires. (2012, PGalsv, R) During the ’60s, four talented Aboriginal singers learn about love, friendship and war. Miranda Tapsell, Deborah Mailman, Jessica Mauboy.

9.35 MOVIE: About A Boy. (2002, Mal, R)

An immature man befriends a 12-year-old boy who teaches him to act like an adult. Hugh Grant, Toni Collette, Nicholas Hoult. 11.40 To Be Advised.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Drop Dead Weird. (R)

5.00 My Greek Odyssey: Chalki And Karpathos. (PG, R)

7MATE (74) 6am Morning Programs. 9.40 Wolf Joe. 9.50 The World According To Grandpa.

6am Morning Programs. 1pm Blokesworld. 1.30 Search4Hurt. (Return) 2.00 Rides Down Under: Aussie Truckers. 3.00 Drag Racing. National Competition. 4.00 BarrettJackson: Revved Up. 5.00 Counting Cars. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30 Football. AFL. Round 22. Essendon v Gold Coast Suns. 10.30 MOVIE: Logan. (2017, MA15+) 1.20am Late Programs. 6am Lola. Continued. (1961, PG, French) 6.35 A River Runs Through It. (1992, PG) 8.50 Alone In Space. (2018, PG, Swedish) 10.20 The Goya Murders. (2019, M, Spanish) 12.15pm My Old Lady. (2014, M) 2.15 All Roads Lead To Rome. (2015, PG) 3.55 Viajeros. (2022, PG, Spanish) 5.30 The Bridge On The River Kwai. (1957, PG) 8.30 Windtalkers. (2002, MA15+) 11.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 14: Early morning. 7.00 Today In Paris. Presented by Sarah Abo and Karl Stefanovic. 11.00 9News Morning Weekend. 12.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024: Encore. Hosted by Todd Woodbridge. 3.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 15: Afternoon.

6.00 9News Saturday.

7.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 15: Night. Events may include: canoe sprint, women’s K1 500m final; men’s volleyball, gold medal match; weightlifting.

7.35 Rugby League. NRL. Round 23. St George Illawarra Dragons v Canterbury Bulldogs. From Netstrata Jubilee Stadium, Sydney.

9.25 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 15: Night. Events may include: men’s weightlifting; canoe sprint, men’s K1 and women’s C1 finals.

10.30 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 15: Late night. 12.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 15: Post midnight.

3.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 15: Overnight.

5.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 15: Early morning.

6.00 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) A staffy and a widower are a potential perfect match and a family searches for their first dog.

7.00 The Dog House. (R) A couple who dream of very different dogs are searching for a pooch they will both agree on.

8.00 To Be Advised.

9.00 Ambulance UK. (PGa, R) Emergency services respond to two separate reports of unexploded bombs in Greater Manchester, one with a primary school and a nursery nearby. An elderly lady is found on the floor outside the bus station. 11.30 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power. Religious program.

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NOOSA CHORALE & AUSTRALIAN JAZZ ENSEMBLE

Thu. 22 August at 7.00 pm and Sat. 24 August at 4.00 pm

‘All That Jazz”, a selection of jazz favourites. Featuring Brett Iggulden (tpt), Paul Williams (cl/sax), Chris Ludowyk (tbn), Ian Date (gtr), John Reeves (acc), James Clark (bass) & Cal Duffy (dms) IN CONCERT with Noosa Chorale, Musical Director Paul Coppens & Janet Brewer (pno). www.noosajazzclub.com/program-tickets/

Sunday, August 11

Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (R) 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Love Your Garden. (R) 2.15 Grand Designs: The Streets. (Final, PG, R) 3.05 Dream Gardens. (R) 3.35 Extraordinary Escapes. (R) 4.30 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (Final, PG, R) 5.00 Restoration Australia. (PG, R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 10.10 The Bee Whisperer. (PGa, R) 11.05 My Unique B&B. 12.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 PBS Washington Week. 12.55 Swan Football. (R) 1.00 Motorcycle Racing. ProMX Championship. Round 7. 4.00 Such Was Life. (R) 4.10 Ireland In Music: Sclimpini. 4.40 Britain’s Scenic Railways. (R) 5.35 Tony Robinson’s Forgotten War Stories. (PGavw, R) 6.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 To Be Advised. 2.30 Beach Cops. (PG, R) 3.00 Border Security: International. (PGd, R) 3.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Weekender.

6.00 Antiques Roadshow. Hosted by Fiona Bruce.

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

7.30 Vera. (Ma, R) Part 2 of 4.

9.05 Fifteen-Love. (Mal) As Justine spirals in the aftermath of the tribunal, she begins to obsess over an American exchange player.

9.55 Unforgotten. (Mal, R) Cassie and Sunny interview the suspects.

10.40 Fisk. (PG, R)

11.10 Annika. (Ma, R)

11.55 Frayed. (Mals, R)

12.40 Noughts + Crosses. (Mal, R) 1.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.00 Classic Countdown. (PG, R) 4.00 Landline. (R) 4.30 Art Works. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Secret Lives Of The Roman Emperors. (PGals) Explores the life of a Roman emperor.

8.40 MOVIE: Robin’s Wish. (2020, Ma, R) An intimate portrait of actor and comedian Robin Williams and his invulnerable spirit. Susan Schneider Williams, John Montgomery. 10.10 MOVIE: Merkel. (2022, PGal, R, German) Angela Merkel. 11.55 Whitney Houston & Bobbi Kristina. (Madlv, R) 1.25 24 Hours In Emergency. (Mal, R) 2.20 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mls, R) 3.10 Hell On Earth: WWII. (Mav, R) 4.05 Peer To Peer. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.

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6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Dancing With The Stars. (PGl) Hosted by Dr Chris Brown and Sonia Kruger. 9.25 Miniseries: Malpractice. (MA15+av) Part 5 of 5. George and Norma must decide if they can trust Lucinda as her search for the truth becomes dangerous and she finds herself turning to help from unexpected places.

10.30 Born To Kill? Allan Legere. (MA15+v, R) A look at serial killer Allan Legere.

12.30 Lipstick Jungle. (Mds, R) Victory argues with Dahlia.

1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

5.00 Sunrise 5am News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 15: Early morning. 7.00 Today In Paris. Presented by Sarah Abo and Karl Stefanovic. 11.00 9News Morning Weekend. 12.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024: Encore. Hosted by Todd Woodbridge. 3.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 23. Newcastle Knights v Wests Tigers.

6.00 9News Sunday.

7.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024.

Day 16: Night. Events may include: cycling track; women’s basketball; men’s water polo.

10.30 Olympic Games Paris 2024.

Day 16: Late night. Events may include: men’s water polo, gold medal match; women’s basketball, gold medal match.

12.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024.

Day 16: Post midnight. Events may include: women’s basketball, gold medal match.

2.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024.

Day 16: Overnight. Events may include: Olympics review.

5.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024

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Closing Ceremony. Coverage of the Closing Ceremony of the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad from Stade de France.

6.30 The Sunday Project. Panellists dissect, digest and reconstitute the daily news, events and hottest topics. 7.30 MOVIE: Top Gun: Maverick. (2022, Mlv, R) An aviator trains a detachment of Top Gun graduates for a mission while confronting the ghosts of his past. Tom Cruise, Miles Teller, Jennifer Connelly. 10.00 MOVIE: Top Gun. (1986, Ms, R) Students at an elite US flying school for advanced fighter pilots compete against each other to be the best in the class. Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis, Val Kilmer. 12.05 The Sunday Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. Morning news and talk show. 6am WorldWatch. 9.30 Small Business Secrets. 10.00 Front Up 2001. Noon Hudson & Rex. 1.40 Most Expensivest. 2.10 How To Rob A Bank. 3.00 Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over. 4.50 WorldWatch. 5.20 PBS Washington Week. 5.45 The Machines That Built America. 6.35 Great Australian Walks. 7.35 Abandoned Americana. (Premiere) 8.30 Myths: The Greatest Mysteries Of Humanity. 9.35 WWE Legends. 11.10 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Shopping. 9.00 The Hotel Inspector. 11.00 Escape To The Country. 1pm The Highland Vet. 2.00

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Monday, August 12

ABC TV (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7) 6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Landline. (R) 11.00

Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News

At Noon. 1.00 I Was Actually There. (PG, R) 1.30 Back Roads. (PG, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 2.55 Restoration Australia. (R) 3.55 Griff’s Canadian Adventure. (PG, R) 4.40 Grand Designs. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson. 8.00 Australian Story. (Return) Presented by Leigh Sales.

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

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

9.35 Q+A. (Return) Presented by Patricia Karvelas.

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 The Business. (R)

11.10 Planet America. (R)

11.40 Vera. (Ma, R)

1.10 Parliament Question Time. 2.10 Grand Designs. (R) 2.55 Griff’s Canadian Adventure. (PG, R) 3.45 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R)

4.30 Landline. (R) 5.00 Art Works. (PG, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.10 Great Canal Journeys. (R) 11.05 Victorian House Of Arts And Crafts. (R) 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.05 The Toys That Built The World. (Ma, R) 2.55 Festivals. (Premiere) 3.25 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 3.55 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend

Escapes: Kenny Atkinson. Kenny Atkinson joins Robson Green.

8.40 Into The Gobi Desert With Nick Knowles. (PGa) Part 3 of 3. Nick Knowles’ adventure continues as he leaves the Gobi Desert to travel to Ulaanbaatar.

9.30 24 Hours In Emergency:

A Shoulder To Lean On. (Mal)

A pedestrian is injured in an accident.

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 House Of Promises. (Premiere, Mans)

12.45 A French Case. (Mas, R)

2.40 Planet Sex With Cara Delevingne. (Mals, R) 4.20 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Therapy Nightmares. (2022, Mav) 2.00 Catch Phrase. (PG) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Cash and Eden celebrate with friends.

7.30 Dancing With The Stars. (Final, PGal) In the grand finale, the remaining celebrities and their partners battle it out for the mirrorball trophy.

9.55 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. (Mav) The mystery surrounding Keith’s disappearance starts to unravel as he shares his story with Jason and Nikki.

10.55 The Latest: Seven News.

11.25 Inside Belmarsh Prison. (MA15+v, R) Part 1 of 2.

12.30 The Event. (Mav, R)

1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

5.00 Sunrise 5am News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024 Closing Ceremony Continued. 7.15 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024: Encore. 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (Return, PGl) Five competitive couples head to Victoria’s Phillip Island to renovate five houses in an old holiday resort.

9.20 Olympic Games Paris 2024 Closing Ceremony. (R) Coverage of the Closing Ceremony of the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad from Stade de France.

12.15 The First 48: Knock At The Door/The Brave One. (Mav, R) A man is murdered in front of his fiancée.

1.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

2.00 Hello SA. (PG, R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 A Current Affair. (R)

5.00 Today Early News.

5.30 Today.

6am Morning Programs. 1.50pm Kutcha’s Carpool Koorioke. 2.00 Shortland St. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 3.35 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 4.05 Cities Of Gold. 4.35 Motown Magic. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.30 News. 6.35 Brazil Untamed. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Living Black. 9.00 MOVIE: Bitchin: The Sound And Fury Of Rick James. (2021, M) 11.00 Late Programs. NITV (34)

6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Hunted. (Return, PGl) Nine pairs of everyday Aussies go on the run as fugitives who have taken part in a bank robbery. 9.10 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 10.10 Ghosts. (PGs) Alberta hits it off with a poltergeist. 10.35 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.00 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Hosted by Stephen Colbert. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am WorldWatch.

9.30 Small Business Secrets. 10.00 Front Up 2001. 11.00 Turban Legend: Untold Australia. 12.05pm WorldWatch. 12.35 Deafinition. 12.45 Curse Of Oak Island. 2.15 Insight. 3.15 WorldWatch. 5.30 Curse Of Oak Island. 6.15 Forged In Fire. 7.00 Jeopardy! 7.25 We’re All Gonna Die (Even Jay Baruchel) 8.00 Cycling. Tour De France Femmes. Stage 1. Midnight Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Medical Emergency. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute.

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(2011, M) 11.25 Late Programs.

JAZZ AT SUNSET - NOOSA SPRINGS RESORT THURSDAY 29 AUGUST, 5.00 PM TO 8.00 PM A SPECIAL JAZZ EXPERIENCE IN THE SUNSET LOUNGE

FEATURING PETER GAUDION (tpt), RICHARD MILLER (cl/sax), IAN DATE (gtr), NIGEL DATE (gtr) JOHN REEVES (keybd), AND YVETTE JOHANSSON (voc) – THE PERFECT MATCH AS YOU SIT BACK, ENJOY THE VIEW AND THE CANAPES www.noosajazzclub.com/program-tickets/

Tuesday, August 13

ABC TV (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 10.30 Kurt Fearnley’s One Plus One. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 The Newsreader. (Ml, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 2.55 Restoration Australia. (R) 3.55 Griff’s Canadian Adventure. (PG, R) 4.40 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Tour de France Femmes. Stage 1. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Finding Creativity. (PG, R) 12.00 Tour de France Femmes. Stage 1. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.05 Such Was Life. (PG, R) 2.15 Inside Balmoral. (PGa, R) 3.05 Railway Vietnam. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! (R) 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Tour De France Femmes Highlights Review.

News.

7.30. 8.00 I Was Actually There: Beaconsfield Mine Disaster. (Final, Ml) 8.35 The Secret Lives Of Our Urban Birds: Perth. Presented by Dr Ann Jones. 9.25 The Art Of... (PG) Presented by Namila Benson. 9.55 Anh’s Brush With Fame: Michelle Payne. (R) 10.20 ABC Late News.

10.35 The Business. (R) 10.55 Four Corners. (R) 11.40 Q+A. (R) 12.40 Media Watch. (PG, R) 1.00 Parliament Question Time. 2.00 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 2.50 Griff’s Canadian Adventure. (PG, R) 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.25 Landline. (R) 4.55 Art Works. (PG, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6am Children’s Programs.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great British Railway Journeys: Lincoln To York. 8.30 Insight. Presented by Kumi Taguchi. 9.30 Dateline: Venice’s Tourist Overload. A look at the impact of tourism on Venice.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 The Point: Road Trip. (R)

11.30 Babylon Berlin. (Premiere, MA15+ansv)

1.20 Christian. (MA15+v, R) 4.20 Peer To Peer. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Dirty Little Deeds. (2021, Mav) 2.00 Motorbike Cops. (PG, R) 2.15 Catch Phrase. (PG) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Cash is left in the dark.

7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PGl) Hosted by Lee Mack.

8.30 Britain’s Got Talent. (Final, PGa) The remaining contestants compete in front of the celebrity judges Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, Bruno Tonioli and Simon Cowell for a cash prize of £250,000. Hosted by Ant and Dec.

11.15 The Latest: Seven News.

11.45 Extended Family. (PGa)

12.45 Holey Moley Australia. (PGas, R)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

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6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) The couples get straight down to business building the main bathroom in a battle to win prizes valued at $140,000.

8.45 To Be Advised.

10.45 9News Late.

11.15 Chicago Med. (MA15+am)

A documentary crew visits the hospital.

12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 2.00 World’s Greatest Natural Wonders: Glaciers. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News.

6am Morning Programs. 7.30

6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Hunted. (PGl) Everyday Aussies remain on the run. 8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.

9.40 NCIS. (Mv, R) A dad from McGee’s children’s school is linked to a break-in at a storage bunker. 10.35 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.00 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 Front Up 2001. 11.00 Untold Australia. 12.05pm WorldWatch. 12.35 Molly And Cara. 12.45 Flavour Swap. 1.10 Curse Of Oak Island. 1.55 Kickin’ Back. 2.30 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 3.30 WorldWatch. 5.30 Cycling. Tour De France Femmes. 8.05 Jeopardy! 8.30 Alone. 9.40 Hoarders. 11.20 Trainspotting With Francis Bourgeois. 11.40 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 10.30 This Rugged Coast. 11.30 Medical Emergency. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 I Escaped To The Country. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 Great Rail Restorations. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.45 A Touch Of Frost. 11.00 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 10.30 World’s Greatest Engineering Icons. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Death In Paradise. 3.00 Explore. 3.05 Antiques Roadshow. 3.35 MOVIE: Carry On Cruising. (1962) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 9.40 Silent Witness. 10.50 Late Programs.

Wednesday, August 14

ABC TV (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7) TEN (5, 1)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News

Mornings. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 10.45 Q+A. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 National Press Club Address. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R)

2.00 Parliament Question Time. 2.55 Restoration Australia. (Final, PG, R) 3.55 Griff’s Canadian Adventure. (R) 4.40 Grand Designs. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (Premiere) Hosted by Shaun Micallef. 8.30 Guy Montgomery’s Guy-Mont Spelling Bee. (Premiere, PG) Presented by Guy Montgomery.

9.15 Planet America. A look at the US political climate.

9.50 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

10.20 ABC Late News.

10.35 The Business. (R)

10.50 Interview With The Vampire. (MA15+alv, R)

11.45 Fifteen-Love. (Malns, R) 12.35 Grand Designs. (R) 1.20 Parliament Question Time. 2.20 Griff’s Canadian Adventure. (R) 3.10 Grantchester. (Mv, R) 4.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.30 Landline. (R) 5.00 Art Works. (PG, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Tour de France Femmes. Stages 2 and 3. Highlights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Tour De France Femmes Highlights Review. (R) 12.00 Tour de France Femmes. Stages 2 and 3. Highlights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.05 Jeopardy! (R) 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Tour De France Femmes Highlights Review.

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

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Michael Palin In Nigeria. (PGa) Part 1 of 3. 8.30 Ray Martin: The Last Goodbye. (Ml) Part 1 of 3. Ray Martin sets out to understand Australians’ relationship with death.

9.35 DI Ray. (Mal) After the attempt to capture Rav takes an unexpected turn, past traumas resurface for Rachita. 10.25 SBS World News Late. 11.00 Enemy Of The People. (Premiere, Mlv) 12.45 You Shall Not Lie. (MA15+als, R)

3.45 Bin Laden: The Road To 9/11. (Mav, R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6am Morning

Programs. 12.35 Molly And Cara. 12.45 Curse Of Oak Island. 1.30 WorldWatch. 2.00 Tour De France Femmes Highlights Review. 3.00 Tour de France Femmes. Stages 2 and 3. H’lights. 4.00 WorldWatch. 5.25 Curse Of Oak Island. 6.15 Forged In Fire. 7.00 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.20 Saving The Delorean Time Machine. 9.20 Travel Man. 9.50 Tour De France Femmes. 12.20am Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Curious Caterer: Dying For Chocolate. (2022, PGav, R) 2.00 Motorbike Cops. (PG, R) 2.15 Catch Phrase. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Cash holds onto hope.

7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PGl) Hosted by Lee Mack.

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

9.30 Kitchen Nightmares Australia. (Ml, R) Celebrity chef Colin Fassnidge has just five days to turn around the fortunes of Café De Vie.

10.45 The Latest: Seven News. 11.15 Talking Footy. 12.15 Criminal Confessions: A Helpful Witness. (MA15+av, R)

1.15 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

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6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) Setbacks cause havoc in the contestants’ bathroom renovations as the competition continues.

8.35 Paramedics. (Mam) Paramedics battle to save a woman with head injuries after she fell 4m through a roof.

9.35 To Be Advised.

10.35 9News Late.

11.05 Ski Rescue Down Under. (PGa) Whiteout conditions create traffic chaos.

12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.00 Pointless. (PG, R)

2.00 Good Chef Hunting. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Thank God You’re Here. (Return) Hosted by Celia Pacquola. 8.40 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. (Return, Mans) The jokers tool around the hardware store, pitch crazy inventions, and disrupt an Amy Shark show. 9.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 10.40 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.05 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.05 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

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6am Morning Programs. 7.30 The Real Seachange. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Harry’s Practice. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 I Escaped To The Country. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Slow Train Through Africa. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 The Real Seachange. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Judge John Deed. 10.45 Late Programs. 6am Seaway. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 Skippy. 8.00 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Explore. 2.00 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Sands Of The Desert. (1960) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.40 Late Programs. 9GEM (81, 92)

7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.20pm Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 The Inbestigators. 7.50 Little Lunch. 8.05 Fresh Off The Boat. 8.25 Matilda And The Ramsay Bunch. 8.45 BTN Newsbreak. 8.50 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 9.15 Robot Wars. 10.15 Doctor Who. 11.05 Merlin. 11.50 Good Game Spawn Point. 12.40am Rage. 1.40 Operation Ouch! 2.20 So Awkward. 2.50 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 12.15pm MOVIE: Space Jam. (1996) 2.00 Bewitched. 2.30 The Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Nanny. 7.00 Young Sheldon. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: V For Vendetta. (2005, MA15+) 11.10 Seinfeld. 12.10am Below Deck. 1.05 Made In Chelsea. 2.00 The Nanny. 3.00 Bakugan. 3.30 Beyblade Burst Surge. 4.00 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 American Pickers. Noon Pawn Stars. 1.00 Outback Truckers. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Truck Night In America. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.00 The Force: Behind The Line. 8.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 10.30 Live PD: Police Patrol. 11.00 Late Programs.

6am The Movie Show. 6.05 Four Souls Of Coyote. (2023, PG) 8.05 Charade. (1963, PG) 10.10 The Innocence. (2019, M, Catalan) 11.50 The Ides Of March. (2011, M) 1.40pm Good Night, And Good Luck. (2005, PG) 3.25 The Mole Agent. (2020, Spanish) 5.05 The Age Of Innocence. (1993, PG) 7.35 Sex, Lies And Videotape. (1989, M) 9.30 The Peacemaker. (1997, MA15+) 11.45 Late Programs.

7MATE (74) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 1.35pm Going Places. 2.00 Shortland St. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 3.35 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 4.05 Cities Of Gold. 4.35 Motown Magic. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 Te Ao With Moana. 6.00 Bamay. 6.30 News. 6.40 Brazil Untamed. 7.30 Kickin’ Back With Gilbert McAdam. 8.00 MOVIE: Chuck Berry. (2018, M) 9.50 MOVIE: Jindabyne. (2006, M) 12.05am Late Programs.

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6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Australian Story. (R) 10.30 The Greek Islands With Julia Bradbury. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Australia’s Wild Odyssey. (Final, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 The Secret Lives Of Our Urban Birds. (R) 3.55 Griff’s Canadian Adventure. (R) 4.45 Grand Designs. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Foreign Correspondent. 8.30 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (Return) George Clarke builds a cabin in the sky. 9.20 Miriam Margolyes Almost Australian: The Lucky Country. (Ml, R) Part 3 of 3.

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3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Landline. (R) 5.00 Art Works. (PGn, R) 5.30

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6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Tour de France Femmes. Stage 4. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Tour De France Femmes Highlights Review. (R) 12.00 Tour de France Femmes. Stage 4. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.05 Such Was Life. (R) 2.15 Inside Balmoral. (PGa, R) 3.05 Festivals. (PG) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! (R) 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Tour De France Femmes Highlights Review.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Sue Perkins: Lost In Thailand. (PGa) Part 3 of 3. 8.25 Junior Doctors Down Under: Graveyard Shift. (Mal) Dr Javed treats a patient who has fallen 3m from a ladder onto a ship’s steel deck.

9.20 Rebus. (Premiere, MA15+lv) A police officer tries to kill a gangster in retaliation for an attack on his friend and colleague.

10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 Pray For Blood. (Premiere, MA15+av)

12.35 Blanca. (MA15+a, R) 3.25 Bin Laden: The Road To 9/11. (Mav, R)

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

Morning Programs. 12.30 Amar. 12.45

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6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Paint By Murder. (2018, Mav, R) 2.00 Motorbike Cops. (PGl, R) 2.15 Catch Phrase. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

8.00 Border Patrol. (PGa) Follows dedicated border staff.

8.30 Tik Tok: Murders Gone Viral: The Mother And Daughter Killers. (Mav) Part 1 of 3. A look at influencer Mahek Bukhari and her mother Ansreen who murdered two 21-year-olds.

9.30 Homicide: With Ron Iddles: Gina Rossato. (Mav, R) A look at the murder of Gina Rossato.

10.30 Air Crash Investigations: Eleven Deadly Seconds. (PGa)

11.30 Starstruck. (PG)

12.45 Boy To Man. (Ml, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 24. Penrith Panthers v Melbourne Storm.

9.45 Thursday Night Knock Off. Post-match NRL news and analysis of the Penrith Panthers versus Melbourne Storm clash.

10.30 9News Late.

11.00 The Equalizer. (Return, Mav) A real estate developer is killed. 11.50 Resident Alien. (Return, Msv)

12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.35 Pointless. (PG, R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

7.30 News. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 History’s Crazy Rich Ancients. (Premiere) 9.45 Australian Korean Hanbok. 9.50 Tour De France Femmes. 12.20am Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Harry’s Practice. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 I Escaped To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 The Hotel Inspector. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 McDonald And Dodds. 10.30 Murdoch Mysteries. 11.30 Late Programs. 6am Seaway. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 Skippy. 8.00 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 As Time Goes By. 3.10 Antiques Roadshow. 3.40 MOVIE: Dentist On The Job. (1961, PG) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 RBT. 8.30 Missing Persons Investigation. 9.30 Casualty 24/7. 10.30 See No Evil. 11.30 Late Programs. 9GEM

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The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

Home Shopping. (R)

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On The Soapbox

Plan needed for all to share

By Deputy Mayor Brian Stockwell

There’s a necessary and (mostly) healthy debate going on at the moment as we discuss some proposed changes to the Noosa Plan – changes that I support, in principle, because all of us should have the opportunity to share in what Noosa has to offer.

While the submissions made to the draft proposals will be valuable to help us refine the amendments, I am taking this opportunity to provide the case for change.

In basic terms, we must protect the environment and lifestyle that are at the core of Noosa’s difference and success. And we must use the relatively small local levers at our disposal to rebalance our development to give our lower paid workers, struggling families and older residents a chance. Finally, with a State Government imposing targets for regional population growth, Councils seen to be in denial will be inviting higher level intervention. The implied threat is ‘Do your bit, or we will do it for you’.

THE REAL STORY BEHIND THE STOREYS

Let’s toss some facts and perspective into the debate around building heights. It was in 1988 in my first term as a councillor that I raised my hand to support the proposed scheme amendment to reduce the maximum number of storeys from six to four. The policy was based on maintaining the built environment below the tree line.

The look and feel of Noosa Shire is underpinned by the human-scale of its built environment. Controlling the height and bulk of buildings is quintessential to conserving the qualities of the place we call home.

So what’s proposed? Since 1988 tourism developments have been able to build to a maximum of four storeys in height in the Tourism Accommodation Zone (and its predecessors) in some areas of Noosa Heads. The amendments propose to offer an incentive for developers wishing to include a percentage of social and affordable housing in the Junction and the Noosa Business Centre to go up to that limit for residential development. The aim is to relieve the current critical shortage in small and affordable housing.

It’s essential we set building design parameters to achieve the sort of high quality outcomes we need for these areas.

If it’s OK for our visitors to Hastings St, why shouldn’t it be okay for developments suited to the 68 per cent of shire residents who live in one or two person households.

Also, the maximum building height, for what is likely to be only a handful of sites taking advantage of the incentive provisions, is proposed to increase marginally to 14m. This is about the same as the existing cinema complex in the Junction from street level. Surely if it is okay for entertainment facilities, it is OK to house our key workers and aging population.

This is not the ‘thin edge of the wedge’ in a process of ‘Maroochyfication’ of Noosa. The four storeys are already there, just not for our residents.

It is about intervening in one of the most unaffordable housing markets in Australia (and hence the world) to provide options for key workers as well as individuals and couples struggling to maintain a roof over their heads at current market rates.

We need to increase housing choice to meet the areas of highest demand.

Last year 81 per cent of Noosa residents on the social housing wait list were single people. 19 per cent were single people over 55 years of age. Single women over 55 are the fastest growing demographics in need of housing. For example, the Sunshine Coast/ Noosa based Housing Cooperative Coast2Bay report that 51 per cent of their existing tenants are 55 or older.

At the same time our working age population is decreasing. Many young people have been driven out of town to find more affordable housing. While we are not an island, Noosa’s working age cohort decreased by 7.4 per cent between 2001 and 2021 - a long-term threat to a sustainable local economy.

Employers have had to go to extraordinary lengths to attract and retain staff. For example,

one local aged care organisation currently has a development application with council that proposes staff quarters for 28 people as well as expanding its offering for the aged. Our younger workers frequently fill the lower paid jobs that are so important for our health, aged and child care and in the hospitality industry. However, in 2021 we had half the state average of people in their 20s living in the shire.

As we age, we need more services to support our lifestyle and health needs. In 2021, 28 per cent of shire residents were over 65 years of age… nearly double the figure 20 years earlier.

Forecasts suggest this age bracket will form one-third of the shire by 2041. If we can’t create housing opportunities for key workers then we may face difficult choices when we are looking for home assistance or a local aged care facility in our 70s or 80s.

YES, THE POPULATION CAP STILL FITS

Noosa is renowned for what is popularly referred to as a ‘population cap’. While many think it relates to a specific number set down in the 1997 Strategic Plan, in reality it is a set of planning principles that we apply to manage growth. In essence what makes us different is our pursuit of an economy based on limiting land use and population to sustainable levels and ensuring social and economic infrastructure keeps pace with growth while protecting our conservation assets.

The Noosa Plan 2020 applies these principles in a far more sophisticated way than was available in 1997 and consequently increases the area

protected for nature and food production, and has larger areas excluded from development as a result of flooding, bushfire, acid sulphate soil and landslide hazards. There is only one sustainable land use criteria considered back in 1997 which has exceeded the carrying capacity – traffic. We now see the capacity of our road network being exceeded. While some of this is from Noosa population growth, the increase in day tripping visitors from the growth elsewhere in SEQ is probably the main culprit.

The amendments include specific provisions to address the issue, in part, by reducing the need for private cars by increasing dwellings in highly connected centres. The proposed changes to car parking requirements are based on advice of experts in the field and reflect successful initiatives elsewhere in Australia.

THE MOUNTING RISK OF DOING NOTHING

While some may argue that avoiding the proposed changes will protect the fundamentals of planning in Noosa, I believe the reverse is true. There are potential perverse outcomes from inaction. For example, there is very limited unconstrained, cleared and undeveloped land within the statutory urban footprint. If we were to abandon plans to create new dwellings in consolidated urban centres, in preference for more greenfield detached dwelling development, it is likely to be at the expense of our forested and agricultural lands.

But more likely if we don’t meet the statutory targets set by the state government in the

SEQ Regional Plan, then we are inviting their intervention. Even a cursory look will reveal how other states have usurped the planning powers of local government. This, in my opinion, is a significant threat to effective urban design and growth management in Noosa. We have already seen legislative change that allows bureaucrats in the Queensland Government to assess developments proposing only small amounts of affordable housing.

The statutory plan includes a dwelling supply target for Noosa Shire that requires an additional 5000 dwellings between 2021 and 2046, equating to 200 new dwellings per year. While the government’s ‘one size fits all’ model projected unrealistic population growth, these figures were not targets to be met. However, the state will be expecting each local government to show how they meet the dwelling targets set by the plan. We cannot hold back the tide of population growth, but we must do what we can to contain it. In my opinion we must take heed of the current external pressures and demonstrate how we can sustainably manage growth in a way that retains our community values without the need for intervention from higher levels of government.

Disclaimer:

These opinions are my own, not necessarily those of Noosa council. Council staff are currently assessing all submissions and we will need to consider their report and recommendations to determine the final make-up of the amendments to be sent to the state government for approval.

Deputy Mayor Brian Stockwell. (Supplied)

Peace on the sport field

I would suggest that swimming is the most popular of all the disciplines in the Olympics out of the 42 chosen to participate in 2024.

At each Olympics it appears to get the most attention. If you listen to the supporters from when the swimmers enter the water until the final touch to determine the winner.

Just as an after thought could it be due to our first appearance on land and the development into what we are today living oxygen breathing humans beings but still with feelings for our origin.

On another interesting point I note Russia and Belarus is not represented and banned since the Ukraine invasion, but a search tells me there are 15 under the title of AINS Atheletes Individual Neutre. (Individual Neutral. Athletes) participating.

There will be no Russian flag or anthem played should they win gold.

But because of their courage and ability deserve recognition. At time of writing this they have won one gold, one silver. (3/8/24)

Further on 67 Russians changed their nationalty to be able to participate. So they would represent the country they have chosen.

It would be the answer to end all wars if differences were settled on the battle field with chosen sports people representing their country.

But the megalomaniacs or war mongers of the world I am certain didn’t evolve from the cceans like the majority of sane humans.

Sad to say, but there was obviously sewers back then.

Ernest Wright, Tewantin

Green patch applauded

The Noosa travel industry should be proud of it’s recognition by Earth Check as a progressive force in habitat conservation and sustainability (NT 2/08). This is especially significant in that, overall, Queensland has the reputation of clearing more habitat than any other Australian state and Australia holds the record of the highest rate of mammalian extinction in the world.

The recognition by Earth Check has been in

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spite of the clearing of Black Glossie Cockatoo habitat at Sunrise Beach, the pending clearing of koala habitat at the Kin Kin quarry, the clearing of swaths of private hardwood forest in the Yurol Forest area, clearing to expand the Noosa landfill, and innumerable lot clearing on the edges of native habitat.

Over all of Queensland, the majority of clearing is for the expansion of cattle grazing. This is not the case in Noosa but we appear to be a good example in the middle of the worst on the planet. The consequences of clearing for cattle grazing should highlight the need to reduce the con-

UNCOVER THE LAYERS OF NOOSA AT THE MEETING OF LAND AND SEA. WELCOME TO YOUR NEW HOME IN THE HEADLANDS. GATHER, DRINK, DINE

sumption of red meat, not only for this reason but to reduce the methane produced by belching cattle. It seems to be very easy to go about our business and daily activity without either awareness or concern about the repercussions of our actions. We continue to produce plastic pollution because alternatives are so hard to adopt. We unavoidably continue to drive combustion engines. We continue to eat red meat and we seem unable to stop clearing native habitat. All this, even now, is coming back to bite us and yet, still, some call this fear mongering. Anything that threatens ones dearly held, unreflective, lifestyle must be a hoax, so it seems.

Congratulations, Noosa! Steve Hall, Cooroy

Same, same, different

While a ‘wanna be’ USA presidential candidate is trumpeting abuse at the only USA female presidential candidate, who can forget the “Ditch the Witch” hurled at our only female PM by a male ‘wanna be’? Just asking.

Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach

SUNNY COASTAL KITCHEN

Sunset on the Noosa River, by Ian Rankin. If you have a Lenscape please email it to newsdesk@noosatoday.com.au

Robot lizards take over

By Arthur Gorrie

Bio-inspired lizard robots, developed in cooperation with Gympie’s regional University of the Sunshine Coast, are leading the way in researching the biological advantages of walking on legs, as part of a study on optimum locomotion.

UniSC researcher Christofer Clemente says the robots, which mimic a climbing and walking lizard, can give “new insights into the evolution and advantages of different movements in humans and other animals.”

Dr Clemente had co-authored a new international, interdisciplinary study published overnight in the journal Nature Robotics.

“These findings may also help us to build faster, more effective legged robots,” said Dr Clemente, who specialises in the biomechanics of living and extinct animals.

“This might one day be important for climbing over obstacles to find survivors during search and rescue missions.”

“Our research team developed a lizard-inspired robot capable of level running and climbing, and combined biology, robotics and mathematics based on lizard locomotion to understand whether it was better to move with legs or the spine,” Dr Clemente said.

“We found that if you want to move fast, you should mostly use your legs, and move your spine as little as possible. But using the spine a little bit helps to use less energy.

“We also identified that moving limbs or the spine too much tended to decrease stability during climbing, meaning robots were more likely to fall off the wall.”

Lead author, Dr Robert Rockenfeller from the University of Koblenz, in Germany, said overall they found optimum locomotion required both

spine and limb movement, which closely agreed with movement patterns among lizards.

“The findings make it possible to detail the extent of evolutionary trade-offs between three key performance criteria – speed, efficiency and stability – and determine the relative strength of these selection pressures on locomotion,” Dr Rockenfeller said.

Dr Clemente said among vertebrates, patterns of movement varied considerably, from the lateral spine-based movements of fish and salamanders to the predominantly limb-based movements of mammals and birds.

“However, lizards use both their limbs and spines, which makes them the perfect species to study to help fill gaps in understanding about why these changes may have occurred,” he said.

The research team’s lizard-inspired robot was capable of level running and climbing on inclined or vertical surfaces, with modifiable leg lengths and the ability to adjust its spine and limb range of motion and stride speed.

They also built a performance landscape to evaluate its climbing efficiency and stability.

This data was mapped with findings from a theoretical two-dimensional model of lizard locomotion as well as measurements of more than 40 species of climbing and running lizards.

“We were able to determine several engineering criteria to consider when developing limbed robotic devices capable of traversing a wide variety of environments.

“Lateral spine undulation need not be an important consideration if maximising robotic speed is the primary objective but can be an important for reducing energy consumption.”

“Similarly, this understanding may also help to design faster and more stable and efficient robotic strides,” Dr Clemente said.

ADVERTORIAL

Tewantin Noosa RSL contributes to community

As the financial year closes, we at the Tewantin Noosa RSL are thrilled to announce that we have donated an impressive $360,000 in cash and inkind contributions to our local community.

This commitment reflects our unwavering dedication to fostering a stronger, more united community, where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Our contributions have reached a diverse array of recipients, including youth groups, sporting clubs, veterans support organizations, and many more. Each donation is a testament to our belief in the power of community and the importance of supporting those who contribute to its vibrancy and resilience.

One notable beneficiary of our support is Sunshine Butterflies, an incredible organization that was able to install new CCTV cameras around their facility, enhancing safety and security for their members. This is just one example of how our donations are making a tangible difference in the lives of local residents.

Another highlight of our community engagement is the annual Tewantin Noosa RSL Christmas Carnival. This beloved event brings joy and festive spirit to the region with carols, carnival games, stalls, and the largest fireworks display in Noosa and Tewantin. It’s a time when families and friends gather to celebrate, creating lasting memories and strengthening communal bonds.

We are also proud to host the Tewantin Noosa RSL’s Veterans Appreciation Lunch. This event, held twice in our bistro so far, has seen growing numbers each time. Veterans are invited to come together to share stories, gather, and feel supported. We offer a free meal and beverages for all attendees. Our next lunch is scheduled for Wednesday 28 August with another to follow on Tuesday 8 October. These lunches are a cornerstone of our ongoing support for the

veteran community, complementing our donations to organisations like Legacy, 128ACU Yandina, Mates 4 Mates, The Veterans Men’s Shed, Veterans Yoga, and the Vietnam Veterans. Our focus remains on building a community where unity, support, and collaboration are at the forefront. We are incredibly proud of the impact our contributions have made and are committed to continuing this legacy of generosity

and community spirit.

As we look forward to another year, we are inspired by the strength and resilience of our community. Together, we can achieve even greater things, ensuring that Tewantin and Noosa remain vibrant, supportive, and united. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey. Your support and participation make all the difference.

UniSC PhD student Johana Schultz and Dr Christofer Clemente, learning from lizards (Supplied: 421019)

Tewantin Noosa RSL hosts Veterans Appreciation Lunches twice a year. (Supplied)

Legacy North Zone are presented with a donation.Tewantin Netball Club are presented with a donation.

Tewantin Noosa RSL installed new CCTV cameras around the Sunshine Butterflies facility.

On The Soapbox Slow death of Kin Kin

By Allan Boxsall

Allan and Jann Bonsall have lived in Kin Kin for 15 years, are members of the Kin Kin Community Group and have served on its executive.

This week a cafe van opened on Butter Factory Park to provide locals with a cafe, food outlet and meeting place that have been absent in the small town for the past two months since its only cafe, the Blackant, closed for renovations. The recent loss of services is one of several issues impacting the amenity of Kin Kin residents, which Allan Bonsall discusses here.

In past months articles in the media have extolled the vision of the new owner of the Kin Kin Hotel – a vision that supports local growers and farmers through a bespoke culinary experience, coupled with an exclusive refurbishment of the hotel.

It all sounds very exciting, and an economic boon for the village.

What the stories don’t reveal is the pain being suffered by the Kin Kin community due to the divisiveness of the plan.

Kin Kin is a beautiful place, home to 800 people secluded from the pressures of suburban Australia. Farmers rub shoulders with tradies and professionals, all with a strong sense of community, passionately protecting the shared values living in such a place brings.

Pre-Covid the town was a quiet but happy village. The social buzz centred on the iconic Queensland pub, and the highly regarded Blackant cafe. Both enjoyed strong trade.

Post-Covid the centre of the village is deserted except for locals picking up parcels from the post office, and the odd dog walker. The cafe is closed for renovations, with no indication when it will reopen. The pub is open four days a week with restricted hours.

Between those two date claimers the pub and the cafe changed hands. First to go was the hotel, which went into hibernation for two years while the renovations began.

The developer then bought the Blackant cafe business. What had been an essential hub for the locals soon became anything but. Opening hours chopped and changed, lunch menus began to disappear, and newspapers and grocery essentials did likewise. Disgruntled villagers accused the owner of forsaking the local community in favour of a tourist driven, up market clientele.

If the new owners were happy, they didn’t share that emotion, leaving in their wake an unhappy and divided community.

Kin Kin is no stranger to money and politics playing havoc with the wel lbeing of the community.

In 1987 a Kin Kin landholder was granted approval by council to open a small, local quarry to service the needs of the shire. Three different operators struggled to make it viable. In 2020 Cordwells Resources acquired the operator’s li-

cence, significantly increasing output.

For the residents who live with the quarry, its operation is a nightmare. Dust and noise are unavoidable sideshows, while the circus of finger pointing and ducking for cover between the state government and the council looms large in every aspect. The residents don’t care who is responsible, they simply want the noise and dust to stop

disrupting their lives.

Equally frustrating is the role of the judiciary. In mid-2022 the council took the operators to the Environment Court. Two years on and we are still waiting for a judgement.

The primary haulage route from Shepperson’s Lane to the Bruce Highway is Kin Kin Rd, a dis-

tance of 27 kilometres, and adjudged by experts as unfit for use by truck and dog combinations. Several hundred residents live along the road, many operate businesses from their homes. Massive trucks thunder past every few minutes. It’s a typical country road, in many places so narrow trucks struggle to stay inside the white lines. The litany of near misses is scary.

A quarry haulage truck on Kin Kin Pomona Road. (Rob Maccoll)

The Kin Kin Hotel. (Rob Maccoll)

lem by authorising extensive upgrades, including Six Mile bridge and recent work on the range. Now the state has authorised a further $36.5 million to complete the upgrade to the range, and between the range and the one-way bridge at Eastern Branch Road. Estimates of the total spend are between $72 million to over $100 million. The one way bridge will not be touched.

Residents question why this is being done? Why would government spend over $100 million on a small country road that appears adequate for local traffic?

The logic doesn’t stack up. A previous mayor of Gympie was bemused by the state government’s obsession with Kin Kin quarry, arguing that there was more than enough supply from existing quarries with far more cost-effective haulage routes to service north and south upgrades to the Bruce.

Compounding the problem is the time frame. The recent upgrade at Six Mile Creek imposed an 18 month disruption on the daily lives of hundreds of people. The work on the range added another 9 months. The next stages are due to start in 2025 for completion in 2028. Coupled with the work just completed, residents will face over five and a half years of road works.

Nor can the irony of establishing an upmarket tourist facility in Kin Kin be ignored. There have been countless examples of people driving across the range from Pomona, vowing they will never do it again. An unexpected encounter with a fully laden quarry truck on a narrow road is enough to put anyone off their lunch. The odds are stacked against the visitor. Under the terms of the quarry management plan the operator is able to run at least 24 truck movements every hour.

And, by extolling the wonders of the Noosa Country Drive does Tourism Noosa give any thought to the safety of the tourists doing so. The town is divided about the quarry. Some fervently want it gone. Others who live away from the main haulage route, are more ambivalent, until you talk safety.

Now the town is facing a new dilemma. With

the cafe closed there is nowhere to buy essentials such as bread or milk. Pomona is 14 km away.

Consideration has been given to opening the community house canteen with a volunteer roster to ensure staples are available. The Facebook post suggesting the idea was crammed with positive responses, many decrying the division that has been created since the hotel was sold.

The finger is pointed squarely at the people who appear to have ignored the needs of the community, and in the process created a great deal of anger. But no-one in the community, or it appears within council, has the capacity to resolve the anger. We are exposed to the inevitability of money being used to create more money, of greed dictating how we should live as a community.

There is a solution, but very rarely can the solution meet the demands of every vested interest. What the developer wants is different to what residents want. What Main Road’s engineers want is potentially contrary to the lifestyle you currently enjoy. Finding the balance is the bane of politician’s lives.

I believe that balance is called “amenity”.

In land use planning, amenity is something that is considered to benefit a location, contribute to its enjoyment, and thereby increase its value.

Tangible amenities can be on your property, such as a swimming pool, or from surrounding infrastructure, such as footpaths.

Intangible amenities include well-integrated transport solutions, pleasant views, as well as environmental amenities such as trees, clean air and clean water.

In essence “amenity” is about the pleasantness and good functioning of an area.

Some jurisdictions have planning guidelines to minimise the impact on amenity. NSW guidelines seek to minimise amenity impacts from development or change. The South Gloucestershire Council in the UK has specific guidelines which acknowledge that the health and well-being of residents is often directly related to the level of residential amenity.

There are no apparent “amenity” guidelines issued by the Queensland Government to protect the healthy lifestyle rights of property owners.

If the correct amenity guidelines were applied to Kin Kin and the hinterland, we might expect a completely different outcome than that imposed by the current pursuit of profit.

The starting point would be the road. For any quarry to be considered for approval there would be appropriate infrastructure to support the operation without impacting on the “amenity” of the residents. If approval required significant upgrades to the roads, it could only be given if any loss of amenity was considered acceptable.

If a developer was looking to create a vision

that would significantly alter residential “amenity”, there would have to be consideration of all the impacts those changes would have, including supply of basic services.

The solution is not simple. If such amenity guidelines were introduced, how would they apply to existing permits? How would the guidelines be determined? How would they be controlled? At what level of government?

I wonder if there is a party contesting the next election that’s even prepared to countenance this type of “amenity” revolution – never mind implement it.

for 15 years.

Allan Bonsall, Kin Kin resident

Art and music in tune

By Julie Dare Music

and art came together with the opening at the J last Thursday of the Tinbeerwah Art Group’s exhibition, “The Joy of Music.”

It was a colourful and happy start to Noosa’s festival of art and music presented this month by TAG, Noosa Chorale and Noosa Heads Jazz Club -- all three of which this year are celebrating the 30th year of their founding.

Thirty-three paintings showcasing instruments, dancing, singing, listening and the music of nature in various mediums like acrylic and watercolour are now on display until August 30.

Officially opened by Noosa Chorale’s Jim Fagan, the exhibition is open from 9am to 4pm Monday to Friday, as well as for the periods around Noosa Chorale and Noosa Jazz Club events.

This includes ‘All That Jazz’ concerts, featuring both Noosa Chorale and the Jazz Club at 7pm on Thursday, August 22, and 4pm on Saturday, August 24 and the Festival of Jazz until September 1. Avril O’Hare,

The Sunrise tour is coming to Noosa

A clarinet melody, rising like the sun from shimmering strings. Five of Australia’s most brilliant musicians. Works beloved and new from an age of discovery, emotion and light.

The Australian Romantic and Classical Orchestra is touring Queensland this winter with a concert intimate, luminous chamber music. Tickets are on sale now for concerts in Brisbane, Caloundra, Noosa, Maryborough and Bundaberg from 29 August – 5 September.

Education and community engagement is also a big part of the tour, as the group partners in each location to offer schools concerts, youth and community orchestra workshops and free Talk and Tea conversation sessions before or after each concert.

The Sunrise brings five principals from the Australian Romantic and Classical Orchestra into the intimacy of chamber music, including co-artistic directors and long-time musical friends Rachael Beesley (violin) and Nicole van Bruggen (clarinet).

They’re joined by Alison Rayner (violin), Stephen King (viola) and Natasha Kraemer (cello) – all nationally and internationally acclaimed experts in historically informed performance.

The program takes in a sweep of classical quartets, including the buoyant Mozart K.157, the melancholy Cavatina from Beethoven’s Op.130, and a turbulent Finnish landscape by the little-known Bernhard Crusell.

At the pinnacle is Haydn’s Sunrise quartet is a sparkling 18th-century clarinet arrangement by Vincenzo Gambaro, an Italian clarinettist and entrepreneur who arranged pieces by his friends Beethoven, Haydn and Mozart to highlight the clarinet’s lush tones.

In fact, the Haydn/Gambaro Sunrise quartet also has a special place in ARCO’s history and heart. Recorded on CD in 1999 by Van Bruggen and Beesley with their Dutch group Kwartet Andre, it was their first-ever professional recording together, and the piece that started their friendship – and eventually, their highly-successful

Australian Romantic & Classical Orchestra.

“We had both just graduated from the Royal Conservatorium in The Hague in The Netherlands,” explained Van Bruggen, who remained in the country for 17 years as a sought-after performer and educator in historical clarinet. “We kept playing together, and eventually when we had both moved back home to Australia, we cofounded ARCO in 2012. So, it’s really lovely to revisit the Haydn/Gambaro quartet that began everything.”

While on tour ARCO will work in each location to offer education and community engagement. In Brisbane, Sunshine Beach, Maryborough and Bundaberg they’ll present their acclaimed Voyage of Musical Discovery schools education programs, a 90-minute concert/ demonstration that pairs Classical music with a brand-new commissioned work from Brisbane composer and co-presenter Nicole Murphy.

In addition, ARCO will give workshops to the Bundaberg Youth Orchestra, Cooloola Com-

munity Orchestra, Bella Canna Quintet and the Maryborough High Strings, who will share the stage with ARCO in that town’s concert. Every concert will also include a free Talk & Tea musical conversation before or after the concert, where audience members can meet the musicians and instruments up close.

Bask in the luminous sonorities of rare historical instruments and music. Connect deeply with a panorama of emotions. Experience The Sunrise.

Australian Romantic and Classical Orchestra chamber quartet. (Wallis Media)Rachael Beesley and Alison Rayner. (Robert Catto)

Nicole van Bruggen and basset clarinet. (Robert Catto)

Suzie Eslick and Jeanne Williamson. (Ann Milland)

Jan Cooke with Jo and Martyn Gabe. (Ann Milland)

Jim Fagan officially opened The Joy of Music, kicking off a month long festival of art and music. (Ann Milland)

Noel and Sandy Gibson and Graham Smith. (Ann Milland)

Redgum returns to Noosa

Following their sold out Brisbane show last year, John Schumann and the Vagabond Crew will make a triumphant return to Brisbane and Noosa with The Redgum Years in August.

John Schumann is the singer-songwriter and unmistakable voice of legendary Australian folkrock band Redgum and takes to the stage with his six-piece band, the Vagabond Crew.

“The Vagabond Crew persuaded me to revisit the Redgum repertoire,“ said Schumann.

“It was the band’s idea to call it The Redgum Years and play Redgum’s most popular, enduring songs.“

The set-list includes the anthemic I was only 19 and It doesn’t matter to me, The Long Run, I’ve been to Bali too and Diamantina Drover.

Tickets to the Noosa show at The J sold fast so the venue opened the mezzanine to make more seats available.

Schumann said he’d loved the Noosa region since the original Redgum days.

“Noosa folk are fiercely independent and protective of Noosa’s beautiful natural heritage,“ he said.

He said Redgum always enjoyed strong support in Brisbane, especially in the ‘80s under Joh Bjelke-Petersen’s regime.

“Brisbane is special in my heart because in the Joh years you had to be courageous to come to a Redgum concert with the Special Branch in attendance. We pull good crowds in Brisbane, progressive people with a sense of humour,“ he said.

The support act is singer songwriter Michael Waugh whose new album, Beauty & Truth paints vivid, joyous, funny and loving pictures of growing up queer in rural Australia.

“Michael

Eumundi School of Music mini festival now on sale

It’s eight years since Eumundi School of Music (ESOM) began – a program that has now gifted scholarships to almost 250 young rockers from across the Sunshine Coast.

Saturday 31 August will see a mini festival held in Eumundi featuring various alumni and their bands. Music lovers of all ages are invited, with tickets now on sale.

ESOM was founded by five-time ARIA Award winning songstress Katie Noonan, her National Jazz Award winning husband saxophonist Zac Hurren, and a host of amazing Sunny Coast professional musicians.

“The program has gone from strength to strength over the years, and is something we’re all so very proud of,” Katie said.

“Our young rockers have had opportunities to be mentored by and share the stage with stellar musicians and bands including Tim Rogers, Frente, Abby Dobson, Clare Bowditch, Jack Carty and Dallas Frasca.”

ESOM bands have also had opportunities to perform on festival stages including Woodford Folk Festival, Horizon Festival, The Little Day Out and The Gympie Muster.

Katie proudly shares that many of the school alumni are now professional working musicians and studying at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music and Sunshine Coast University.

“We’re excited to be celebrating the legacy of our musos with a mini festival this year – and it will be quite the reunion,” she said.

“We look forward to showcasing the stars of tomorrow and sharing our patch of creative paradise with you and yours!”

Bands performing will include Jam and Scones (featuring original 2016 ESOM rockers Oscar Long and Zach Hughes; Ampersand (featuring 2021 ESOM alumni Jed Green, Isi Semmler and Orlando Hamilton-Craig); Ultraviolets (featuring 2022/23 ESOM alumni Senti Scanes, Zyana Scanes, Nate Campbell and Nate Morgan); Unmuted (featuring 2022/23 Rafael Estrada, Isaac Green, William Mc Wha, Nate Campbell, Lennon Hall and George Hillhouse); Whitt’s End (featuring original 2018-20 alumni Dexter Hurren with brothers Jarvis and Saxon Whittaker) and 2021 alumni Layla Havana and band.

Alongside these rockers, the mini-fest will include performances from MOU, featuring the songs of Isaac Conomos and band, recent Carol Lloyd Award-winning siren songstress Jo Davie and band, along with the first live performances

from 2024 ESOM bands (students in Yrs 3 – 12).

There will be almost 70 independent musicians performing across the day from 1pm -10pm in the beautiful Eumundi School of Arts Hall.

There will be great local food and drink options available and free craft workshops with the Mount Ninderry Art House crew from 3pm - 5pm.

TICKETS: $40 adults/$30 concession/$20 children through Eventbrite. Kids under five free.

Seating is first come, first served.

ESOM is supported by Experience Eumundi, Eumundi District Community Association, Sunshine Coast Council, The Imperial Hotel, Mooloolaba Music, Fender Australia, Rode Australia, various local businesses and a fabulous team of volunteers. More information at eumundischoolofmusic.com

Surf film festival launches

All eyes will be on the big screen this weekend with the launch of the inaugural Noosa International Surf Film Festival (Noosaisff) which is set to bring stunning global surf movies and artwork from August 8-11.

The community driven event was founded by Noosa local Jesca Maas, who said the festival aims to celebrate the artistic and cultural significance of surf films.

Ms Maas, who previously orchestrated the highly acclaimed Yallingup Surf Film Festival in 2010 and 2012 said she was excited to bring so many great films to the region.

“Excitement within the surf community is building and we have an incredibly diverse lineup of films to show including the untold story from Nias, Indonesia which features Noosa locals who discovered the famous break as well as an epic travel story from Northern Africa to South Africa featuring unexplored territories, unseen footage, and challenging waves.

“Ticket sales have been really strong but we still have a few more to sell so we encourage everyone to get their tickets online before the event as it makes for easier entry to the theatre and less chance of line ups at the door,” Jesca said.

Jesca said a key element of the festival was the Q&A sessions with attending filmmakers,

judges and surf legends, with moderators Tim Baker and Tom Wegener.

“Each evening, we will have several 15 minute sessions for Q&As, so we can keep things punctual and to the point, but I’m sure we’ll also have plenty of laughs along with great insights into the making of the films and the filmmakers’ thought process behind each film,” Jesca said.

For more information, to find out who of the filmmakers and legends will be attending and to purchase tickets, please visit noosaisff. com.au

Children of Teahupo’o (Supplied)

Nick Cupelli filming. (Supplied)

Finlay Zerner, Abby Dobson, Senti Scanes, Nate Campbell, Madison Grose and Layla Havana Barnett. (Worth Photography)

Jam and Scones.

Schumann says Waugh was a good fit for The Redgum Years.

Waugh mentioned Redgum as an in-

fluence so I checked out his music and thought it was fantastic,“ Schumann said.

“He is singing Australian stories in an Austra-

lian accent, using Australian place names.“ John Schumann and the Vagabond Crew play The J in Noosa Heads on 23 August.

John Schumann and the Vagabond Crew will perform in Noosa. (Supplied)

See stars of the future

Would you be able to say “I was there” when Australia’s next up-and-coming artists were discovered?

Born from Live & Local – The Podcast, this family-friendly event will treat music lovers to an afternoon and evening showcasing the talents of 12 local musicians, food trucks and an opportunity to meet a range of incredible artists.

Dance and discover emerging local Sunshine Coast musicians looking to share their music at this low-cost spring event.

Sunshine Coast Strong Community Councillor David Law said this event was a wonderful opportunity for the community to support the local music industry.

“Music has a way of bringing people together and I urge you to buy tickets early and support these kinds of local music events that engage and connect our community,“ he said.

“At a time when major music events across Australia are suffering, Council recognises that

From singing and bush care to service clubs and art, there are a wide variety of groups in Noosa.

E-VEHICLE FORUM

On Wednesday 14 August Peregian Family and Friends will host a forum at 5pm at Peregian Surf Club to discuss E-vehicles in response to the outcome of a survey they conducted in May that raised genuine concerns regarding the dangers of irresponsible electric bike and scooter use. Speaking at this event will be Noosa MP Sandy Bolton, who has been advocating for safety improvements, better enforcement and compliance monitoring of regulations for electric bike and scooter users, Sgt Joel Bryant from Coolum Police and Stuart Whitney from Ecotekk.

VOLUNTEER AT THE MUSEUM

Join a vibrant community organisation working to preserve our local heritage. Our displays recreate the times of first-nations people and the pioneer settler lifestyle, early technology and tools, even vintage fire engines. We’re custodians of heritage photos and family histories, we do themed displays, live events, publications and presentations. We need people with a range of passions, including writing and promotion, information management, historical research, mechanical and general maintenance, administration and all-round people skills. Volunteering at the museum is a rewarding experience. For more information, see our website noosamuseum.org

VEGGIE VILLAGE

Veggie Village at Rufous St Peregian Beach is a community garden growing organic fruit, herbs and vegetables. Membership is open to anyone who wants to learn more about gardening, share their knowledge or just make some friends. Veggie Village has individual plots for rent plus communal plots that we look after and share. Contact us on info@veggievillage.org.au or visit veggievillage.org.au

SINGERS WANTED

We are a happy, friendly, vibrant choir, singing beautiful, joyful, easy to learn songs from around the world in a relaxed atmosphere. All levels of ability accepted and no auditions. We would especially like to welcome some masculine singers. Join us Tuesdays 3.30 till 5pm at the CWA hall, Eumundi. Call Joan for more information on 0419517869.

UKULELE LESSONS

New group starting soon. No musical experience necessary. Beginners welcome. Adults only. Phone Cherry on 0410 573 629.

BOOMERANG BAGS NOOSA

Fabric donations always needed. Boomerang Bags are sewn from recycled fabric with the aim of reducing single use plastic bags and minimising landfill from discarded textiles. Any unwanted fabric, doona covers, sheets, denim, curtains or upholstery fabric can be dropped off at Wallace House (near the Noosa library) on a Monday or Wednesday morning or phone Ned on 0411 784 911.

affordable local events are important for our community.”

All proceeds from Live & Local – Twelve 4 Twelve will benefit The Stensholm Foundation’s Lookout 07. The Stensholm Foundation is a notfor-profit community organisation committed to providing support services and a safe haven for the young people in need across the Sunshine Coast.

To be held at Venue 114, 114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina, on Saturday 14 September from 2-10pm, Live & Local – Twelve 4 Twelve tickets are on sale and include performances by 12 artists - Mayah, Jack Raymond, Favourite Kid, Total Radio Silence, Wave Raiders, Drew Wilson, 8 Ball Aitken, Sailing in Space, Nyssa Ray, VidaPhunk, Shanleigh Rose, Col Finley.

Book at venue114.com.au/events/live-localtwelve-4-twelve

Cost $12.

ACTIVITY WITH PARKINSONS

The Parkinsons Activity Group, provides activities for Parkinsons sufferers, the activities range from Boxercise in the Box Office, 25 Project Avenue (0422 485 482) Georgina, Physio-led exercise (0490 444 255) Emily, Speech Therapy voice and choir (0400 037 901) Edwina. Call Ann for an info pamphlett on 0458 009 601. Parkinsons Group meets the third Friday of each month at Noosa Tewantin Bowls Club at 10.30am for information and lunch. You need to stay active and socialise to help deal with the symptoms.

LIONS CLUB NOOSA HEADS

Want to make friends and assist the community? We are a small, friendly club who will celebrate our 50th year soon. We need people to assist us with the Noosa Tri later on in the year. We have varied activities and projects to raise funds to assist the local community. We meet the the Tewantin RSL. Please phone Keetha 0421 250 614 to enquire.

COMMUNITY GARDEN

The Noosa Community Garden is back in full swing attracting a lot of new members. “Our mission is to create a place of positive impact through a community garden in a relaxed, social and sustainable environment through growing together“. Our summer gardening hours are Friday 7.30-10am. After harvest which is shared amongst the gardeners, we enjoy a chat over a cuppa. Further details please call Erika 0409 300 007.

FABULOUS 60S PLUS

We are a fun, friendly, seniors social group. We welcome couples and singles to join us for morning coffee every Tuesday at the Noosa Marina wine bar Tewantin, from 10am and every Thursday at the Boathouse on the Noosa River from 10 am. We also have a monthly program of lunches, dinners, picnics, walks and other fun activities. Contact Joan on 0419517869 for more details.

PHOTO CLUB

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

ARTS NATIONAL

ArtsNational Noosa will be holding a double lecture on Saturday 17 August at St Mary’s Church, 17 William Street, Tewantin at 2.30pm. Alchemy and Adventure - ’A History of Exotic Colours and Poisonous Pigments’, presented by Lynne Gibson. Visitor fees $30 includes afternoon tea. Bookings preferred membershipnoosaadfas@gmail.com

FASHION PARADE

The Sunny Fundraisers together with the Qld Cancer Council are holding a Fashion Parade at Hibiscus Retirement Resort, St Andrews Drive, Tewantin, on Wednesday 4 September at 10am for a 10.30am start. Fashions are by It’s All About Me, champagne on arrival fol-

Total Radio Silence.

lowed by a light lunch. If anyone is interested in going call Jan on 0400651959.

AIR MEETING

Australian Independent Retirees (AIR) Noosa Branch Investment discussion group meeting will be held Thursday 15 August, 9:30am at Uniting Church, Grasstree Court, Sunrise Beach. Visitors welcome – first two visits free. For more information phone 0417 431 303 or email airnoosasecretary@gmail.com www. facebook.com/AIRNoosa RED CROSS

Tewantin/Noosa Branch invite you to attend the monthly meeting on Friday 16 August at the RSL Tewantin. Doors open 10am followed by the meeting in celebration of 110 years of Australian Red Cross. Monthly meetings are on third Friday of the month. All welcome.

NATIONAL PARK VOLLIES

Join us at the Noosa National Park Visitor Information Centre as a volunteer. For many years, the Noosa Parks Association has managed the centre on behalf of QPWS, guiding and educating visitors about Noosa National Park, while offering refreshments and souvenirs. Proceeds allowed NPA to jointly fund the acquisition of the Yurol/Ringtail plantation forestry for conservation purposes. We offer a choice of 3 shifts: from 8:30am to 12:30pm, from 12:30pm to 4:30pm and from 10am to 2pm.Roles include leaders and helpers. Parking is available for volunteers who drive, and the centre operates 364 days a year, 7 days a week.

If you would like to know more, please contact Dave at nnp@noosaparks.org.au.

WOMEN’S SHED

At Noosa Women’s Shed our passion is to teach women tool-based skills. On the second Saturday of every month, from 1.30pm, our club holds a meeting on our block, Wallum Lane, Noosa Heads. If it’s raining we will revert to our usual venue, Noosa Seniors, 11 Wallace Drive Noosaville. All are welcome. BYO chair. Come along and hear our story, chat with like minded women and celebrate that our new shed is coming to fruition. Find out more about us at .noosawshed.com.au or facebook.com/NoosaWomensShed

GARDEN CLUB

The next meeting of the Tewantin Noosa Garden club will be held on Monday 12 August at the Anglican Church, 17 William St Tewantin at 1.30pm. Guest speakers are Ray and Pam Miller who will talk on gardening in general. Plant sales, competition table, raffles, afternoon tea and friendship. Guests welcome. For further information contact Len 0417 604 889.

WILDFLOWER WALK

Join Noosa and District Landcare for an amble through a section of wet heath and wallum woodland in Tewantin National Park at 9am on 28 August. A wide variety of species flower here throughout the wildflower season. Bring insect repellent, water, sunscreen, hat and walking shoes. Flat walk of 1.5 km. There are no public amenities available on the site. Meet at 18 Cooba Place - vacant block (Cnr

Cooba Place and Satinash St), Noosaville. To book, visit noosalandcare.org

COMMUNITY GARDEN AT WALLACE PARK

The Noosa Community Garden is back in full swing attracting a lot of new members. ’Our mission is to create a place of positive impact through a community garden in a relaxed, social and sustainable environment through growing together’. Our gardening hours are Friday 7.30am-10am. After the harvest which is shared amongst the gardeners, we enjoy a chat over a cuppa. Further details call Erika 0409 300 007.

ARTS AND CRAFTS

Learn to crochet workshops: One-to-one tuition with Janelle Turley for members and non-members – Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays, 9.30-11.30am.

Shellac, pastel & charcoal: Saturday & Sunday 10 & 11 August, 9am –4 pm.

Weaving is Healing with Rene Bahloo: Saturday and/or Sunday, 27 and/or 28 August, 10.30 am – 3.30 pm.Noosa Shire Arts & Crafts Association is a centre for creativity, learning & friendship. New members welcome. Visit our Gift Shop. Disabled-friendly access. Tel: 07 5474 1211; Visit noosaartsandcrafts. org.au

Weekly roster for Meals on Wheels

Tewantin Noosa Meals on Wheels

Weekly roster for Tewantin-Noosa Meals on Wheels beginning Monday 12 August: Monday Drivers: Rotary D Break, Tony, Darryl, Geoffrey, Margaret and Bill, Patricia, Ian, Jason, Robyn, Judy and Eileen

Kitchen: Denise, Janet

Tuesday Drivers: Bruce, Lin, Tania and Friends, Julie L, Denise, Parani and Peter, Carlee, Simone, Catherine

Kitchen: Christine, Ann

Wednesday Drivers: Christina, Trish and Karen, Alan & Cynthia, Kevin, Rosemary H, Ian, Simone, John and Helen, Bronwyn and Nick

Kitchen: Denise, Chris, John, Jerry, Christina

Thursday Drivers: Driver needed for A Run, Alison, Sue, Julie, Margo and Jim, Kerryn and Stuart, Ian, Julie L, Darryl, Sharon and Mal

Kitchen: Loz, Vicki, Chris, John, Michael

You can also check the roster on our website, mealsonwheels-tewantin-noosa. 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.

Dolphins last chance

By Jerry Lewis

Mixed results for the Ray White Noosa Dolphins on Saturday with reserve grade progressing to the 2024 Grand Final with a 46-13 win over Brothers, but the A grade having to back up this Saturday in one last chance to take the field in the season decider with their 32-28 loss to University.

Against a very well drilled and positive opposition, the Dolphins had opportunities and held the lead in the match on numerous occasions however could not hold on. Lost possession at crucial times by the Dolphins put themselves under pressure requiring them to defend for long periods. University in contrast played with poise and held the ball for enough phases at the back end of the match to eventually take the lead back with three minutes left on the clock. ‘The boys did defend well, but with University taking their opportunities and controlled possession better, we just fell short’ assistant coach Geno Costin said. ‘Full credit to University, they did better at crucial times, but we are not far off and I know the home crowd appreciated the effort put in. Having said that, we need to be better, and we still have the chance against Brother this weekend’.

With injuries continuing to hound the Dolphins including the class of Jimmy WilsonBishop still sidelined with hand fractures, prop Pala Mailangi again forced to leave the field in Saturdays match and centre Ben Rogers unavailable as he tours South Africa with the Australian Deaf Team, it will be again a case of next man up. The fact the reserve grade side has this weekend off will provide some flexibility for the A Grade coaching staff with team selections to take on Brothers, a team that the Dolphins have had success over this year, but in close and tough match-

es. The winner goes through to meet University in the August 17 Grand Final.

KBs player of the match Jock Hansson was dynamic and continued his strong season which has seen his selection in the Queensland Country side with team mates Levi Shaw and Will Christie.

The Ray White Dolphins Reserve grade put on one of their best performances of the season in their win over Brothers 46-13. In both attack and defence, the Dolphins dominated against Brothers giving them direct passage into the Grand Final.

Matches this week at University (Sippy Downs):

• A Grade 3.30pm Noosa v Brothers • Res Grade 1.30pm Caloundra v Brothers

Check out the Dolphins Facebook and Instagram pages for team announcements and all the up to date rugby news.

Noosa Croquet tastes sweet success

By Richard Bawden

The pointy end of the 2024 inter-club golf croquet competitions has come and gone with considerable success enjoyed by the Noosa Club.

There are three divisions of this competition which is played between the six clubs of the Sunshine Coast Region in a season that typically extends from March through to August. Teams consist of four players with each match comprising a total of 10 games – four singles and two doubles.

The Plate competition is played by those who are new to competitive play, the Shield by players with mid-level handicaps, while the Pennant competition tests the mettle of the low handicap, most experienced players.

The final results for this year’s competition saw the Noosa Shield team retain the winner’s title that it won last year, the Pennant team was runner up in their competition, and the Plate team was third in theirs. Impressive results all round and cause for celebration at the Club which is in the 33rd year of its existence.

The Noosa Club has also recently conducted its own annual in-house championships in two of the three divisions with Galina Makarova as the first division winner and Dan Stewart crowned the second division champion. Dan’s win was particularly notable as he only picked up a mallet for the first time in October of last year. Such has been his progress that he moved from the Plate team soon after the start of the season to become a regular member of the successful Shield team.

The Club Plate championship has had to be postponed until later in the year as Noosa

will be one of three co-hosts of the inter-state test matches between the six states of the nation as part of the Australian National Golf Championships that extend from August 28 through to September 8. Other National Championship competitions to be played during this time include the Gold Medal, the Men’s Australian Championship and the Women’s Championship.

It’s all systems go in preparation for these prestigious events.

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Noosa Golf Croquet Shield Team Dan Stewart, Sheila Moncrieff, Ann Glynn and Richard Bawden. (Supplied)

KB’s Player of the Match Jock Hanson was a standout. (Supplied)

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Kristie runs into Olympics

Noosa Athletics

Head Coach Mick Hooper has just returned from a four-week European vacation to the news Kristie Edwards was selected for the Paris Olympics.

“Great news to hear that while I was away Noosa Athletics Kristie Edwards has been selected for the Paris Olympic Games as part of the six woman, 4x100m squad. In their last hit out before the Olympics, at the London Diamond League Kristie ran the third leg, passing the baton onto Torrie Lewis for the women to break the Australian 4x 100m record in 42.48 seconds. Ella Connoly ran the lead leg and Bree Masters ran the second leg for an outstanding performance. Noosa Athletics are so proud of Kristie, knowing the hard work and sacrifices she has made to reach her Olympic dream and what a great role model Kristie is for our Little Community. We wish the team all the best and will be cheering all the way.”

Mick said he was happy to know all club squad training continued in his absence: with senior athletes Mailee Scott Jones, Courtney Steel and Jaxon Retches pitching in to keep the programs running smoothly.

Most of the school athletes have now progressed through the School District Trials and are now gearing up for the Sunshine Coast Schools Track and Field Trials. These will be held at the University of the Sunshine Coast, 20th and 21st August. This will be the qualifying meet for the Qld State Championships to be held in Brisbane mid- October.

Sunshine Nippers on the move

Sunshine Beach Nippers are back and have completed their first month of exciting pre season training. After two years under head nipper coach Jade Berg, and exceptional results, winning the water points score at the Sunshine Coast Branch Championships last season and winning the most gold medals of any club on the coast, the club is stronger than it has ever been.

This season has once again seen a vast growth in nipper squad numbers, with lots of new additions and a big increase in their training regime. With a big season ahead and the inclusion of two new exciting carnivals, The Race One World Nipper Championships, the squad has seen the inclusion of new training programs. Track running, iron events and distance running have commenced earlier than usual, all of which will serve to complement the athletic and cross- country programs,that the kids have at school this time of year. This is a new initiative from nipper coach Jade Berg.

“The kids are right in the middle of athletic season at school, so it was important for me to complement that into this years’ preseason program. We have many talented runners at the surf club and the nippers are very capable of crossing over into many sports. I wanted to give our kids the opportunity and training to shine, in their running district and regional carnivals at school: thus giving them a strong fitness base for the nipper season ahead.

“I love running with the kids and find that it builds great mental strength for our little nippers, and the season ahead. We even had many nipper parents join the running sessions this preseason: building a beautiful community (and he adds with a laugh)it helps to get the parents moving in the morning. All indications are for another

exciting season.”

Coach Berg really enjoys working with the kids, they are so incredible and skilful, and it’s a great way to start the day. They are ready for another full season and to build on their program from last year. Lots of fun, getting back on the boards and into the ocean and surfing. Having a good time whilst getting through lots of work. The first carnival of the year is Rainbow Beach, a favourite for all the Sunshine Coast.

Outriggers

From 13-23 August the International Va’a Federation, host the World Elite and Club Sprint Championships 2024 in Hilo Hawaii. Australia is sending several strong teams including Paddlers from Noosa Outrigger Club. ‘’We are so proud of these paddlers and will be watching with pride as they try to beat the best paddlers in the world,” Outriggers Colin Jones said.

Meanwhile Noosa competitive season is over. Our club members are using the cool winter months to hone their skills in Laguna Bay while paddling alongside pods of dolphins and Humpback Whales, making their annual migration north. We are very lucky as a club to be able to paddle in such beautiful waters.

“As always, we are very keen to have new members join our ranks. We have come and try days throughout the year, just register through the club website at www. Noosa outriggers. com.au. The club has a wonderful group of coaches and is a welcoming environment for young and old.”

Karate

In late July Karate Noosa held their annual Gasshuku (Japanese for Training Camp) at Noosaville State School. Happy to say it was a great weekend of training and much enjoyed by all attendees. Bryan Sensei and his team made sure

that there was excellent quality training and knowledge passed on to the students.

There was good spirit created by starting a karate chant at regular intervals, with occasional stops to perform random exercise as part of the warm up. At the end of the run, students entered into an open field, stood in lines then performed the official bow that marked the start of training. They then proceeded to do many repetitions of simple but important khan (basic fundamentals).

One of the highlights of these gasshukus was performing the 1000 mae geris: 500 kicks with right leg and 500 with left leg. Lunch was followed by Bo (traditional staff weapon 30-61 cm long) training, with Bryan Sensei showing students techniques for attack: and defence and based on Kion and kata content.

The second session consisted of self- defence training with Morney Sensei covering various aspects and phases of an unwanted physical altercation. Students also looked at basic giaku-tsuki (reverse punch) to stop an advancing opponent, also stopping and performing take downs and finally reviewing some basic ground work.

The evening was relaxing with some R&R a movie and popcorn. Sunday was beach training and this is always popular: sunrise and sand. Then some, one- on- one techniques on the sand followed by a dip in the ocean. Karate Noosa has an excellent team, consisting of people that are both, involved parents as well as dedicated karate-ka, making sure that events under Bryan Sensei, are well catered and organised. A weekend such as this, gives prospective students a good look at just what lays ahead in some of our many martial art schools. And the variety and standard of training amongst these clubs is amongst the best in the country.

Rugby League

For the Noosa Pirates Rugby League club, it was definitely a great weekend. In the Reserve it was definitely a one-horse race with the Pirates coming home 60 to Nambour 8. The reserves took control right from the kick off. Front row Keegan McKinnon scored a hat trick, hooker Wills Cousens was outstanding at hooker scoring a double.

Joel Cox returning from injury, played a controlled game, setting up a number of tries. Reserve grade play Maroochydore at home next Saturday, and a win will put them in top spot in the ladder.

In the A grade it was again Noosa ‘s day scoring a big win over Nambour 50 to 22. We had a great start to the game with Patrick McGinn scoring from a timely cross kick off Ethan Pohlner. Halfback Corey Herdegen, was instrumental in leading the side, setting up tries and scoring himself: this saw us going to the half-time break leading 30 to10. We started the second half strongly controlling the rucks and scoring first. From there Pirates copped the wrong end of the stick, finding ourselves on a big penalty count: with three players sin binned. I was proud of the boys, as during this Maroochy scored twice, but our defence, with only ten players on field held strong. However, Jye Ballinger forced his way over, then the game was finally ours when Dyllan Cousens grubber in goal for Lockie Delbridge to score his first try of the season. Blake Ginman was brilliant controlling the ruck while Rohan Messer continued his good form dominating his edge. Next Saturday we play Maroochydore at home, said Head Coach Michael Duff.

Sensei Bryan Dukas at the annual Gasshuku.

Sunshine Beach nippers Billie Berg, Isabel Czajkowskyj, Emily Weiler and Nelly Heffernan.

Noosa Athletics’ Kristie Edwards will run at the Paris Olympics as part of the six woman, 4x100m squad. (Supplied)

Sunshine Beach nippers are gearing up for the first carnival of the season at Rainbow Beach.

Louie Hammersly and Liam Wright are among the growing number of Sunshine Beach nippers.

Juniors pick up the pace

· Under 6s – Noosa White vs Grammar and Noosa Red vs Maroochydore. Noosa’s defence was rock solid in both games and unstoppable with the ball in hand offering two great hit-outs after the three-week break. Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match for Noosa White was Harris R who was back from a broken collarbone and scored with his first touch of the ball. For Noosa Red, the award went to Harry C who showed just how much he has improved by making a good number of tags.

· Under 7s – Playing Eumundi at Nambour this week, welcome back Buster. After a great run from Gus, Alfie scored the first try, beating a player with a strong step and breaking the line with a dummy pass. Buster was straight back into it with an impressive run down the righthand sideline, set up from Hemi. Great defence from Alfie and good support at the ruck from Archer. Gus helped coach Hamish with the defensive line throughout the game. Archer sealed the first half with a try. Buster had many strong runs in the second half, scoring four tries. Owen also scored with a dummy on the line and great dive. Hemi rounded off the game, beating three players with three steps and passing off to Buster, a real team effort. Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match went to Buster. The team was missing the blistering pace of Otis who will be back next week.

· Under 8s – Noosa vs Nambour. It was an early morning kick-off at Nambour Toads. The boys were pumped after the holiday break. The Toads were determined from the start but the Dolphin boys were up for the challenge. They switched on in defence with strong tackling and Duke’s try-saving covering tackles were on display. The ruck play was exceptional thanks to Archie and Owen getting multiple turnovers and clearing out. This set up for some impressive attacking teamwork. The boys’ passing and offloads were a great display of support play with Flynn and Alfie to be rewarded with runaway tries. Eddie, Kafoa and Fion showed strong running with some exciting attacking raids from Hugo. Hugo’s grubber and regather from Flynn to score set the crowd alight. Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match went to Owen.

· Under 10s – The U10s were in and racing from the very beginning for a physical game against Matthew Flinders in Nambour. Scrums were well-fought and often won with great aggression from the Dolphins. The team pushed closer and closer to the Flinders line, and through many phases of solid ball carrying and successful ruck work, Mason busted over the line for the first try of the game. A successful conversion by Zachy D drove the Phins ahead early in the match. A neat little kick and chase by Flinders gifted them significant ground, but they were held up and denied by super solid Dolphins defence right near the line. Some solid driving and clean outs from Eden saw some big Flinders guys pushed back, until Seb broke through for a great little run right before the half-time whistle. Flinders came out fast after half time and fought back with a couple of breakaway tries to, ultimately, take the game. All in all, an excellent game of rugby. Congrats to Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match Fynn, with the Laserzone award going to Henry.

· Under 11s – In a thrilling match against Eumundi at Grammar, the U11 Dolphins showcased their depth and teamwork with an impressive performance. The Dolphins generously lent five players to Eumundi, setting the stage for an inclusive and spirited game. Right from the start, Ben made a crucial offload that led to a stunning try by Sol, quickly followed by another try from Ben himself. Erik then powered through from a lineout to extend the lead to 21-0. Ben continued his dominant display with a crafty try from halfway, boosting the score to 28-0 by halftime. In the second half, Sol displayed excellent ball control, executing two ground kicks to set up Ben for yet another try, extending the Dolphins’ lead to 35-0. Harvey’s relentless tackling kept Eumundi in check, though they managed a try in the corner, closing the gap to 35-5. The match was marked by outstanding defence from all team members and exemplary sportsmanship, with players stepping up to fill roles on the opposing team when needed. It was a truly memorable game showcasing both skill and camaraderie.

· Under 12s – Reds On a sloppy Kawana field last Saturday, the U12 Dolphins tried their best against another top three team in the competition: Brothers. Unfortunately, the Reds came up short against an incredibly tight and efficient opposition. Despite getting over the line twice,

Dolphins U11 were on fire on defence and attack against Eumundi.

the boys were unable to stop Brothers storming through their defence to take a commanding lead at full time. A week of soul-searching, training and hard work focused on handling errors and tackling will undoubtedly see the usually indomitable Reds back at their typical best next week. Chin up boys! Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match went to Harry for leading from the front with excellent tackles and unshakeable determination. Brothers 26 vs Reds 14

· Whites – The U12 Whites travelled down to Grammar for an excellent display of tactical teamwork in Round 10. The boys put in an awesome effort to dominate a determined Grammar outfit. Great teamwork saw a variety of the Whites getting over the line. In another show of true Dolphins spirit, it was wonderful to see injured Whites players taking the time to come down and support their teammates on the field. Well done boys! Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match went to Oscar who also scored his first try during the match.

· Under 13s – The U13 Noosa Dolphins came out firing on all cylinders against Grammar, one of the strongest teams in the comp. The first 15-20 minutes was not only the U13s strongest start yet, but was technically the best rugby they have played. Although getting very close to putting the first points on the board, it wasn’t to be. The loss to Grammar, however, was met with some very encouraging comments by Coach Ben from the Grammar coach. They pointed out that watching Noosa was a masterclass on how to be on the ball. Technically they are as good as any team in the comp; the scoreline – substantially less than last time – was due mainly to some bigger Grammar players getting over the line. Coach Ben wants the boys to keep the fire in the belly, the aggression, racing onto the ball to punch through for the whole 50 minutes. Special mentions to Harry as full-back against some big players, Cormac carrying the ball and leading his pack. Points went to Luke for leading his team all over the paddock. Matty for embarrassing them by being all over the ball. The Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match to Victor for never resting, hitting every single ball, always talking and calling for support as needed. After all, rugby is a game of communication. A very special thanks to assistant coach Frankie for the fantastic coaching so generously given through this season. Enjoy your long break!

U12 Reds muddy and spent after a hard game. (Supplied)

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Buster returs to the U7s with an award-grabbing performance.

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Robbo settles for silver

Well, it just wasn’t Jack’s day!

After surfing brilliantly on Day 3 to get past John Florence and cagily on Day 4 to get past team-mate Ethan Ewing, Australia’s last man standing Jack Robinson out-skilled and outpsyched Brazil’s Gabriel Media to reach the gold medal final, but then the tables were turned on him by Tahitian Kauli Vaast who took local knowledge to a new level when he blasted Jack out of the water in the first exchange with a 9.5 points deep barrel, then backed it up with 8.17. Effectively, game over and gold to France, Jack taking silver and Medina bronze.

In the women’s gold final Brazil’s Tatiana Weston-Webb took USA’s Caz Marks to the wire in a scrappy heat but was outclassed by the current WSL world champ, with France’s Joanne Defay taking bronze.

The expectations for the Olympic surfing at Te’ahupoo were so high that we were almost certain to be disappointed. And yet … and yet for eight spellbinding heats on Day 3, it well and truly surpassed them.

If Japan in 2021 had produced a finals day of scintillating performances in challenging beach breaks that set the bar at surfing’s Olympic debut, then that bar was not only bettered but well and truly broken by what we saw at the end of the road on 30 July as a rare and acutely-angled storm swell and a window of favourable winds created a mid-to-large-sized Te’ahupoo like we’ve never seen before for competition. Yes, it’s been ridden bigger in a jersey, but never with fearsome pits rising up from beneath sea level and exploding across the most shallow section of reef, causing insane wipeouts and near-death experiences for surfers caught inside while the water patrol skis tried to reach them.

Fortunately no one was seriously injured, but this was the highest of high drama in surfing competition, and it happened in the Olympics! Some rose to the occasion, others did not.

Perhaps the saddest performance was that of two-times and current WSL professional world champion Filipe Toledo, whose fear of waves of consequence has become such an issue that his appearance for Brazil in the Olympics came in the middle of a self-imposed sabbatical from the world tour after another failure at Pipeline.

Ironically, Toledo appeared to have conquered his demons in the medium-sized waves of the early rounds, but when the swell jacked up and got gnarly, his performance against un-rated Japanese surfer Reo Inaba was tragic to watch. Just as the heat was on countdown to a start, a bomb set rolled through and spat its unridden contents onto the reef. Eight minutes in, Toledo paddled over two medium-sized waves without even thinking about going, while Inaba paddled in and wiped out ferociously.

This may have been the moment when Toledo clocked off. He sat on priority until the heat was almost over, then paddled for his first wave, a patchy insider where he fell and was dragged onto the reef with his broken board. There is some argument about what happened next, but, picked up by the ski, Toledo appeared to jump off it. The official story is that he fell off. Other commentators are adamant he jumped, presumably to stall for time. Professional surfing’s world champion was bundled out with the lowest heat score – 2.46 from two waves – of the round.

There was always a question mark about how Toledo, a small wave master, would perform, but

no such doubt over two of the brightest lights on the women’s world tour – our Molly Picklum and USA’s Caitlyn Simmers – who were surprisingly underwhelming in their early round departures, Molly finishing equal last and Caity running up the white flag in round three. They say that making the Olympics can bring a whole new world of pressure into play, and so it appears.

And speaking of pressure, around the edges of this drawn out competition we’ve had normally sane surfers experience slight brain fades. Why else would contender Ethan Ewing pose for social media in a hug with Straddie mates Ben Lowe and Bede Durbidge? Okay, Bede is his coach, fair enough, but Lowey was the only Australian judge on the international panel, which created enough of a suggestion of impropriety for him to be sent

home by the ISA.

Meanwhile, Jack Robinson’s special Olympic quiver featured a natty red rising sun across the bottom of each, a nod to the favoured decorative dash of the late Andy Irons, but the South Korean team manager was not amused, citing the design’s association with Japan in World War II, and lodged a protest. It should be noted that South Korea did not play a dominant role in this event, but the red suns had to be painted over.

Aido’s trolley up for grabs

It’s been a couple of months now since our beloved music maestro and surfing buddy “Aido” Spelt paddled off the peak, leaving an empty space in the Tea Tree lineup that will be forever his.

Many of you will remember bumping (some-

times literally) into Aido’s custom-built longboard trolley along the coast track on good days when everyone is in a hurry to get the feet in the wax. Not Aido. Just as he was happy to sit and have a chat and wait for the set of the day, so would he move the trolley to the side of the track and let the rampaging shortboarders pass, greeting many of them by name.

Now that he’s gone the trolley is surplus to needs and the family is letting it go at a very reasonable price. This is not only a piece of Aido memorabilia that deserves to go to a loving home, it is the Rolls Royce of surfboard trolleys – wide, track-gripping wheels on a sturdy aluminium frame, super-light to push or pull.

Make an offer via me at phil@philjarratt.com and I’ll pass it on.

Jack Robinson provides some scale for this Day 3 monster. (ISA)

Aido with his board trolley. (Rob Maccoll)

Opening ceremony. (ISA)

Jack Robinson in the slot. (ISA)

Robbo at the opening ceremony. (ISA)

Straddie boys social post. (Insta)

Can Marks emotional with coach Shane Dorian. (ISA)

Toledo’s relief at making a wave. (ISA)Ethan Ewing (ISA)

Medina on a Day 3 monster. (ISA)

Kauli Vaast with something to celebrate. (ISA)

NOOSA AFC TIGER TALK

Hopes to finish with a flurry

By Julian Pitts

The Rococos Noosa Tigers have two home games to come to complete a pretty arduous QAFL season where injuries have completely decimated both men’s and women’s lists.

Starting with this Saturday and in front of our fantastic sponsors and guests from our Wayne Carey president’s luncheon, Noosa face the 10th placed Sherwood in what must be considered a very winnable game.

With no disrespect to the improving Brisbane Magpies, the Noosa boys should be looking to add to their three other victories in front of a huge home ground crowd. Look for the likes of Conn, Fitzpatrick, Horbury and McNiece to win the

midfield battle and send the footy nicely into the likes of Jono Freeman and Daniel Rich.

Marvel at the cleverness of local boy Mav Pettigrove whose skill set is a pleasure to watch while his partner in crime Maccy Johnston just continues to give his all for the cause. You’ll be impressed by the guile of several teenagers also as the stay the course mantra continues to be promoted across the entire Noosa Tigers Footy Club.

McKenzie, Delaney Taylor, Monk, Ogden, Mure etc all gaining valuable game time and experience which is the future of our footy club.

Don’t miss it, it’ll be a cracking day all round

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While the senior men and reserves teams suffered heavy losses at the hands of Labrador last week, our senior womens and colts had terrific wins.

A massive congratulations to Ben Archard and his support crew who have been decimated with so many colts boys playing senior footy this year. And to Tunza Brennan and the women well done. You started with a one point victory over

Hook, Line and Sinker

Some action for everyone across the reefs

Withtheweatherabitunpredictablewithasoutherly change and wet conditions last weekend most anglers kept to the closer reefs and inside Fraser Island.

AcoupleofCharterswereoutaroundtheReefsoff Double Island last week with a good mix of species reported.

Some quality Reds, Moses Perch, Tusk Fish, Hussar, Cobia, Jew and Cod were all reported.

Around Hervey Bay, there are plenty of Bream and Flathead around the rocky foreshore and in the canal mouths.

Grunter, Flathead and whiting have been in the Burrum River system as well as the sandy straights while Blue and Redfin salmon have been caught in good numbers in the Mary.

Flathead have been particularly active all along the coast, possibly due to the lead up to the new moon. Jew should also be active in the days that lead up to the new moon and for the early mornings after it.ForthosefishingSouthernendofFrasertherehave been plenty of Whiting on offer.

While the Rocky out crops have provided shelter for Tailor and Dart, Fast moving slugs cast past the white wash and peeling them through at pace has been the favoured way to target these species with the birds often giving away their location.

InandaroundTinCanhasbeenfishingextremely well for flathead over the last few weeks, these fish tend to move into the warmer waters of the shallows to warm up there body temperatures and feed.

Goodnumbersoffishseemtobenestingupatthe moment so anglers have been getting multiple fish from the same area.

Soft plastics have been very successful and seem to perform better than baits as they don’t get picked to pieces buy those annoying toad fish.

Pink has been one of the favoured colours with thecurlytailsworkingwell. GivethePowerbaitNemesis in the 4inch size a try. Mack tuna patrolling the straightsfromTeebarledgetoInskippointandallthe way up to Browns gutter, 20g slugs is the weapon of choice with most bites happening of an afternoon.

Squid still about at the entrance to Carlo Leads in around 9m of water, they’re moving further up then usual but some of the best squidding has been around the entrance to Pelican Bay. Trevally, Both Golden and Giant are in a lot of the creeks and smashingsmallmetalslugsormicrojigswhilegrunters are being caught on strip baits.

For those seeking a challenge, there have been a few Winter Jacks caught in the shallows on small shallow diving hard body’s.

Snapper creek housing Tarpon and Big Eye Trev’s and smashing poppers and surface lures of a late afternoon making for some really exciting fishing.

Heading south, North and Sunshine reef have been excellent hunting grounds for anglers launching out of Noosa, despite the Snapper and Pearl Perch closure. Some great sweetlip and trout have come from Sunshine with plenty of fish taken on soft plastics and Jigs.

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ty of fish taken fishing baits hard to the bottom. Amberjack and Yellow tail Kingfish still around Barwon and The Hards, Anchoring around the 40m mark and burleying on the change of tide has been the ticket.

The Noosa North Shore has seen some tailor with the area just south of Double Island seeming to be the pick of the spots.

Most fish are around the chopper size and have been targeted using pilchards, mullet and bonito stripbaits.TherehavebeensomegoodreportsofJew offthebeachwiththelastnewmooncycleproducing some quality fish.

Expect that to die on the new moon and fire up

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Great to see our inclusion boys and girls in action last Saturday at Rococo oval and a big thanks to all that helped put it together.

Last fixture round for our juniors this week, so good luck to all those representing the mighty Noosa Tigers this weekend.

I’ll see you at the footy.

Go Tigers

on the mornings following it. They are not fussy what theyeatandwilltakepilchardsstripbaitsofmulletor bonito, local squid, and clumps of worms but there chocolate is fresh tailor fillet.

For those thinking about heading to the fresh, picking up a permit for the dams or heading down the coast will be your only option.

Now for all the latest information log onto www. fishingnoosa.com.au for up-to-date bar and fishing reports, don’t forget to drop into Gympie’s Newest tackle store “The tackle Shop”, Tackle World Noosa, and Northshore Bait & Tackle in Marcoola for all the right equipment, bait and advice to get you catching. Be sure to follow on Facebook and remember Tight Lines and Bent Spines.

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Tigers have two games left of the season. The home game this Saturday is expected to be a cracking round.

Senior men and reserves teams suffered heavy losses at the hands of Labrador last week while Senior Womens and Colts had terrific wins.

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Aiden with a personal best 13kg Red Emperor

PROPERTY

TWO SEASIDE PROPERTIES HIT MARKET

PROPERTY MATTERS

ERLE LEVEY

MUCH has changed in the world of real estate over the decades; however, leading Noosa real estate principal Tom Offermann says the primary aspirations are perennial and accompanied by the same soundtrack from almost every buyer.

Essentially it is: “I’d like a great ocean view, I’d like to walk to the beach, cafes and restaurants, and of course have privacy.’’

In a same-day auction in September two prime position blocks will be offered in the tight Noosa market.

On Saturday, 21 September, 3 Allambi Rise, Noosa Heads, and 38 Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach, will go under the hammer.

Almost 48 years ago it was reported: “On October 1, 1976, 3 Allambi Rise, recognised with the best views on offer in Noosa, also welcomed new owners, while at one of Sunshine Beach’s premier oceanfront homes, the overseas owners for 27 years, are inviting a new custodians for this much coveted address.’’

For Tom Offermann, it’s an honour to be selling these beautiful properties, both blockbusters in their inimitable fashion and location.

“No doubt we’ll be speaking to many people from all over Australia and the world during the extensive marketing campaign, and already numerous people in our database have expressed interest.

“I’m glad the owners have chosen auction, because everyone has a fair chance to own them.’’

LITTLE COVE DRESS CIRCLE

The scene from Little Cove is completely irresistible: Spread out before it is the lustrous Noosa Main Beach and the blue Laguna Bay, as if floating above the trees.

Noosa Sound and river waterways stretch to the Noosa North Shore; the Coloured Sands and beyond to Double Island Point.

two-bathroom,

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car apartment 5/9 Bottlebrush Ave, Noosa Heads, is for sale with price on application. (420274)

It is where the only limit, as they say, is the horizon.

It is also where the sea meets the rainforest of Noosa National Park, and there’s a pathway nearby to Hastings Street and beachside restaurants.

The property at 3 Allambi Rise, Noosa Heads, offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms and one-car parking on 885sq m.

Set for auction at 2pm on Saturday, 21 September, it offers the chance to make the most of this enviable and prized location with multiple terraces and living areas, set over three levels.

ABSOLUTE SEASIDE FRONTAGE

The property at 38 Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach, offers a commanding presence and explosive unobstructed views, stretching from the Noosa National Park headland in the north, across the sea, and connecting to the the national park-like surrounds.

Set for auction at 11am Saturday, 21 September, the property contains a fivebedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house with pool on 832sq m. The landholding is 40-percent larger than average and has been designed with the most modern of perspectives. There are distinctive zones spread over two levels, multiple terraces including around the pool, as well as on the eastern side to take full advantage of the outstanding aspect.

SELECT POSITIONS

The fear of missing out has prompted buyers to act quickly and t-wo properties scheduled for auction last weekend by Tom Offermann Real

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car apartment 5/9 Bottlebrush Ave, Noosa Heads, is for sale with price on application. (420274)

Estate agents, were snapped up early in the marketing campaign after multiple offers.

They were the Jesse Stowers listed fivebedroom, three-bathroom residence with extensive pool area plus views in the cul-de-sac at 23 Liberty Place, Sunrise Beach, and the Roark Walsh-listed three-bedroom, twobathroom residence with a pool on Hideaway Island at 30 Wyuna Drive in Noosaville.

DESIGN, LOCATION APPEALS

It’s a great example of the thought that architect John Mainwaring put into designing a series of apartments in prime position on Noosa Hill.

With the north-facing Noosa Main Beach and Laguna Bay 500 metres away, as well as the Laguna Lookout, and Noosa National Park, the two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment is a beautiful villa with lovely open spaces, high ceilings and rainforest outlook.

“That is what attracts people,’’ Tom Offermann agent Chris Miller said, who is taking the apartment to auction at 11am, Friday, 9 August.

“It’s very clever design - on east is almost an entire wall of translucent material that lets in the morning light.

“The other side is rainforest.’’

“The balcony is a transitional space between indoors and outdoors.

“The materials, the colour palette they have used captured the spirit of the location.’’

Mainwaring hallmarks include the lofty corrugated ceilings in the living spaces, complemented by the louvres and slide-away doors to the long, wide undercover terrace.

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car penthouse apartment 14/11 Henderson St, Sunshine Beach, is set for auction Saturday, 10 August, at 11am. (420270)

A two-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car apartment 6108/5 Morwong Dve, Noosa Heads, is set for auction at 11am, Friday, 9 August. (420270)

The U-shaped kitchen comes with pastel cream stone-topped two-pac cabinetry, including pantry and semi-island breakfast bar.

On the lower level, the carpeted premier bedroom adorned with coral artworks by the Designer Boys, has a walk-in robe and the ensuite has luxe stone-topped timber cabinetry. The twin second bedroom, also carpeted has a built-in robe and an ensuite. Both have access to the undercover terrace.

There is a fully equipped laundry nearby, also a store and a door leads to a multi-purpose undercover terrace.

The Melbourne crew are out in force for this property, Chris said.

The week after - on Friday 16 - he has a one-bedroom, one-bathroom, one-car apartment 7416 going to auction at 1pm.

AMAZING RESPONSE

It was an auction to remember - the beautifullyrenovated Queensland-style house at 16 Miva St, Cooroy, attracted a crowd of about 100 and five registered bidders.

Marketed by Adam Watts and Caroline Schleppegrell of Century 21 Conolly Hay Group, the circa 1910 four-bedroom, three-bathroom home with pool sits on 1032sq m.

With Gordon Macdonald calling the bidding, there was a start at $1.6m and four active competitors. Then at $2m it was a spirited twohorse race to $2.5m where it sold under the hammer to locals who admired it over time.

“They loved the history of the home,’’ Adam said, “and had watched the renovation from start to finish.’’

A three-bedroom,

two-car penthouse apartment 14/11 Henderson St, Sunshine Beach, is set for auction Saturday, 10 August, at 11am. (420270)

A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house, pool, on 1.09ha at 244 Duke Rd, Doonan, goes to auction Friday, 16 August, at 11am. (420274)

Karma by name and by nature, the property attracted “an unbelievable response,’’ but one that was expected due to quality of the home.

ANOTHER LEVEL OF LUXURY

There has been great interest in Vivida, the set of five new apartments perfectly located above Noosa Junction at 5/9 Bottlebrush Ave.

Adam Watts at Century 21 has two still available at the time of writing but interest in the penthouse.

They are brand new with high quality finishes and in a convenient yet private location.

The three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car penthouse apartment 5/9 Bottlebrush Ave and the two-bedroom, two-bathroom, onecar apartment 4 are for sale with price on application.

Apartment 4 is on the second level, with north-facing living and private from the street.

Apartments 1, 2 and 3 have gone to a diverse group of buyers - local, interstate and New Zealand.

“The have appreciated the high-quality, single-level living and the fact you can walk everywhere,’’ Adam said.

“They love the urban vibe of the Junction together with the relaxed coastal lifestyle.’’

Apartment 5 features French oak flooring, ducted air-conditioning and statement lighting while banks of sliding glass doors open to multiple balconies.

The well-appointed kitchen with high-end natural stone and the latest Miele appliances

A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house, pool, on 1.09ha at 244 Duke Rd, Doonan, goes to auction Friday, 16 August, at 11am. (420274)

opens out to the balcony with spectacular views.

The main bedroom suite comes with a walkin robe, balcony access with soaking tub and a deluxe ensuite.

Both the guest bedrooms have built-in robes and plenty of natural light, with one having its own private balcony. There’s also an internal laundry, parking for two cars and a large lock-up storage area.

SOMETHING

CHIC ON DUKE RD

Duke Rd, much like Sunrise Rd, are somewhat benchmarks for property in the Noosa hinterland.

Both can offer a relaxed lifestyle with wonderful views country and coastal views.

On Friday, 16 August, Erica Newton at Tom Offermann Real Estate is taking a five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house, pool, on 1.09ha at 244 Duke Rd to auction at 11am.

A curved driveway and pathway set amongst fruit trees and bird-attracting banksias leads to Primrose Cottage.

Commanding a spectacular high-set presence, signature wrap-around verandah and stairs to the gatehouse-style front entry, it’s easy to see why classic Queenslanders are much-loved and highly valued.

This is a cracker of a residence, packed with personality and pays homage to the romantic architectural style, thanks to renowned master craftsman Fred Sormani.

There is polished Tassie oak flooring

throughout the living areas, lofty ceilings, decorative fretwork, arches, roses and cornices, also art deco pendant light and wood-burning fireplace.

“There’s so much to like,’’ Erica said, “especially the wildlife ... there was even a kangaroo at the first open home.

“There are the beautiful views but the property flattens off at the bottom.

“It’s so close to everything. You feel like you are far away yet it’s just 18 minutes to Hastings St.’’

Downstairs is fully self-contained and being used as a home office at present with its own entry.

SIMPLY SUBLIME

A penthouse apartment at Sunshine Beach with a rooftop boasting seagull’s eye coastal views is set for auction Saturday, 10 August, at 11am.

The three-bedroom, two-bathroom, twocar apartment 14/11 Henderson St is being marketed by Jesse Stowers of Tom Offermann Real Estate.

The views extend from the northern headland and across the ocean, then around to the hinterland.

There are well-appointed living and dining areas, a U-shaped kitchen with stone-topped cabinetry including semi-island breakfast bar, and high-end appliances.

The king-size bedroom suite offers postcard views from bed or the terraces, two built-in robes plus an ensuite.

A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house, pool, on 1.09ha at 244 Duke Rd, Doonan, goes to auction Friday, 16 August, at 11am. (420274)

Two additional bedrooms are in the east wing - both have tropical garden views and built-in robes. The bathroom has stone white basin-topped white cabinetry, shower/bath and separate toilet.

Sundancer is a boutique complex of 14, with a residents-only heated pool, sun terrace, sun lounges, tropical gardens and a barbecue area.

AUCTION ACTION

FRIDAY, 9 August

Noosa Heads

· 6108/5 Morwong Dve: 2bed, 2bath, 2car apartment, 11am, Chris Miller 0412 894 542 Tom Offermann Real Estate

SATURDAY, 10 August

Noosa Heads

· 5/70 Upper Hastings St: 3bed, 2bath, 2car apartment, 2pm, Eliza Copppin 0423 726 639 Tom Offermann Real Estate

Noosaville

· 9 Seascout Cct: 4bed, 2bath, 2car house, pool, 3pm, Nic Hunter 0421 785 512 Tom Offermann Real Estate

Sunshine Beach

· 31 Pacific Ave: 5bed, 3bath, 2car house, pool, on 569sq m, 12pm, Caitlyn McConnell M: 0417 637 697 Sunshine Beach Real Estate

Sunrise Beach

· 1/36 Ventura St: 3bed, 2bath, 2car townhome, pool, 4pm, Michael McComas 0447 263 663 Rebekah Offermann 0413 044 241 Tom Offermann Real Estate.

14/11 HeND e RSON ST ReeT , SUNSHIN EB EACH

Is asublimepenthousewith arooftopboastinglookat-melustrousseagull’s eyeviewsfromthenorthern headland, sweeping180degreesacrosstheluminous azureofthe CoralSea,and way beyond to 360degrees, theultimatepurchaseopportunity ofitstypein SunshineBeachcurrently?‘Sea’for yourself!! Waketo thesoundof wavesbreakingonshore,thesight ofwhite-tipped wavesoff thehook,grabthesurfboard

andhavetoesinsandinoneminute.Notyourcupof tea?Howaboutbeing30secondsfrom café centralin SunshineBeachvillageorwatchingwhalesbreaching fromtheterrace.Thereare viewsfromalmostevery room,notassplendidasthe rooftop terraceto wow anycrowd.Fromamazingsunrisesandsunsets, whateverthe reasonorseason,entertainingis abreeze.

Auction

Saturday 10August 11am

View Saturday 10.30am

Agent JesseStowers 0414367282 jesse@offermann.com.au

1/36 VeNTURA ST ReeT , SUNRIS EB EACH

Do youhave anirresistibleurge to escapefor weekends orforever, to thebeachmereminutesaway,where the stoke levelsforsurfersand wave ridersare always high?Whataboutbeing500mfromearlymorning beach walkswiththefour-footer,orsoakingupvitamin seawhilstrelaxingonthesqueakywhite sand?Baskin somanymorepleasurableopportunitieswithabright whitetownhome, aprizednorth-easterlyaspectand

beautifulAmericanoak flooring.Doors slide awayto theveryprivateundercoverterracewhich stretches almosttheentirewidthoftheblock. Lookbeyond to theluminescentpoolwithlimestone-huedsunterrace, natural stonewaterfeature,and rearboundaryfringed withtropicalheliconias.

Auction Saturday10August 4pm

View Saturday3.30pm

Agent Michael McComas 0447263663 michael@offermann.com.au

Agent RebekahOffermann 0413044241 rebekah@offermann.com.au

52 DRIFTWOO DD RIVE , CAS TA WAYSBEACH

Whenit comes towonderfulsurprises,itisnotallabout surfbreaksatdog-friendly CastawaysBeachandbeing amere5-minutewalktotoes-in-the-whitesand.It’salso appreciatingthespeciallydesignedfamily residence has arooftop terrace,vignettes stretching360°overthe CoralSeaandbeaches to Point Cartwright,andbeyond toverdantnaturereservesandbrilliantsunsets. Thesassydesignaestheticbeginsatthefrontdoor.

Lookattheamazingfeature of acentralglass-sided atriumandhowabundantnaturallightdrenches over threelevels.Whispersofthe Mediterranean come to mind,withtheinterplay of terracotta tiles, ceiling heightwindowsandclassichand-forgedblackiron balustrading.

Auction Saturday31August 11am

View Saturday2.00-2.30

Agent RebekahOffermann 0413044241 rebekah@offermann.com.au

Agent Michael McComas 0447263663 michael@offermann.com.au

Lovingthegoodlifedoesn’tgetmuchbetterthanan apartmentintheheartof Gympie Terrace,boasting pelican-eye views overanabundanceofnaturefrom jetty-dottedNoosaRiver to pathwaysandparkland. Brightnaturallightinvitesitselfinviafrenchdoorsand timber venetians,beforespillingina dappledkindof way,overstone-hued floortilesintheopenplanliving spaces.

Adding agreatereffectwhilst achievingastrongsense ofplaceistheharmoniousconnectiontooutdoors.The immediatefocusisonthetotallyprivateundercover terracesuggestingentertainingisabreeze.It’ssucha happyplacetooformorningcoffee,sun worshippers, alsosundownerswhilst drinkinginthemostmagical viewsoftheriverfrontandlistening to chorusing rainbow lorikeets.

Auction Saturday 7September1pm

View Saturday 10.00-10.30

Agent Luke Chen 0417600840 luke@offermann.com.au

5/173 GY MPIETERRACE , NOOSAVILLE

3/4 SERENITYCLOSE , N OOSAHEADS

Is araregemonethat totallyreinventstheartofloving life to themaxordownsizinginthe cosmopolitanheart ofNoosaHeads,withthebestofeverythingonthe doorstep?

Picture filterednortherlyviewsovertheNoosaSpit anddoggybeach, sweepingacrosstheNoosaSound waterways,andpeeksofLagunaBayand yonder dappledthroughtheeucalypts,mere footstepsacross

thelawnwherea white-faced wallabywasquietly grazingjustfew daysago. Seenatureatits verybestwhilst enjoyinglonglunches fromtheundercoverterracewhichhas aseamless connectionfromindoors wherenaturallightdrenches theopenplanliving/diningspacewithAmericanoak flooring,VJ walls, stone-topped flutedtimberkitchen cabinetryandsuper cool retroglassbrickfeatures.

Price $2.95M

Agent AdamOffermann 0475804467 adam@offermann.com.au

139 BLANCKENSE ER OAD, BLACK MO UNTAI N

Admiredramatichillsidesandvalleyssculpted by nature’sbestverdantofferings,bein aweofa stunninglymajesticandsensitivelycrafted centrepiece perchedsublimelyon apicturesquehillsideofBlack MountainEstate.Thesubstantial residencestealsthe limelight,blendsperfectlyintothenaturalterrainakin to anationalparkwith walkingtrails,haspostcard views ofthe countryside,andisfashionedwithcleverdesign

responses. Frommultiple fireplacesin extensiveliving andentertainingspacesindoorsandout, to poolwith hydrotherapyspa,luxury studio,creativelylandscaped gardens, certifiedbaysand storagefacilities,numerous ecofeaturesincludingoff thegridliving,andmuch moreensuring asafe,secureunrivalledlifestyle 5-minutesfromthecentreofCooroy

Price $3.395M VIEW Agent CameronUrquhart 0411757570 cameron@offermann.com.au

Avenuesadornedwithgraciouspalms,gardenia hedges,tropicalmagnoliagrandiflora,and tallBahamas palmssetthe stagefor astunningproperty.Inside, brightnaturallight floodsthespaciousmainliving andadjoiningdining rooms,bothfeaturingdoorsthat vanish to mergeseamlesslywith expansiveundercover terracesand ashimmeringpool. Positionedwitha 31-metergolf coursefrontageandboastingidyllic

northerlyviewsof waterandthe15thgreen,the terraceisidealforeverythingfromleisurelylunches to sundowners,offering apicturesquebackdropoflocal faunaandbirdlife.

Agent EricSeetoo 0419757770 eric@offermann.com.au

Price $3.125M

View Saturday1.00-1.30

Agent PatrickSherwood 0413889130 patrick@offermann.com.au

5/70 UPPeR HA ST INgS ST ReeT , NOOSA HEAD S

Thinkauspiciousaddressnestledintothenatural topographyontheskylineof alluringLittle Cove,locatedonly100-metresor a4-minutewalkviaapathwayto HastingsStreetandNoosaMainBeach,withbothLittleCove BeachandtheNoosa National Park, ashort walk awaytoo.Inside evokes asenseoftranquility. Patterns oflight cast shadows overthepastelgreytilesinthelivingarea,whileovertonesof acool coastalaesthetic complementtheseasidevignettesandleafyoutlooksand aretotallyinthemewithLittle Cove’ssignaturereputation. Doorsslideawayto thenorth-facingterracewhichlooksoverthe residentsonly pool,whilebeyondarepretty-as-a-picture glimpsesofLagunaBay andNoosa Main Beach.What adelightfulbackdropforsundowners

A 3 B 2 C 2 D

Auction Saturday 10 August2pm View Saturday 1.00pm Agent Eliza Copppin 0423726639 eliza@offermann.com.au

9S eASCOU TC IRCUIT , NOOSAVILL E

Awhisper-quiettree-linedstreetismatched by afrontgardenwithmanicured lawn,agavesandpathway linedwithdecorativelyhedgedlillypillies.Insidethere’s much to love aboutthisbeaconofbrightnesswhich teases cool contemporary designelements, afresh renovation,andscalestheheightofdelectability. Off theentry way is acarpetedloungewithcleverwallcut-out,whilethe very generousopenplanlivingareaswithshinywhite tilesandvaultedceiling,have slideawaydoorstoacoveredalfrescoterrace,whichsuggests year roundentertaining thankstotheidyllicnorth-facingaspect. Similarly,thealmostabutting roman-styleshimmeringpoolwithshallowsplashzone forthekids,ormaybeit’stheperfectposseforserioussundowners.

A 4 B 2 C 2 D

Auction

Saturday 10thAugust

3pm

View Saturday 2.30pm

Agent NicHunter 0421785512

nic@offermann.com.au

244 DUKEROAD , DOONAN

Alongthehillsidesculptedbynature’sbestverdantofferingson amuch-coveted street,then take thecurveddrivewayandpathwayset amongstthefruittreesand bird-attractingbanksiasofPrimrose Cottage.

Commanding aspectacularhigh-set presence,signature wraparound verandaand stairstothegatehouse-stylefrontentry,it’seasytoseewhyclassicQueenslanders aremuch-lovedandhighlyvalued.

Comeinside.Thisis acrackerof aresidence,packedwithvivaciouspersonality andpayshomage to the romanticarchitecturalstyle,thankstorenownedmaster craftsman FredSormani.Admire polishedTassieoak flooringthroughouttheliving areas,loftyceilings,decorativefretwork,arches,rosesandcornices,alsoArtDeco pendantlightand wood-burning fireplace.

A 5 B 3 C 2 D

Auction

Friday16August11am

View

Saturday 9.30-10.00

Wednesday 12.00-12.30

Agent EricaNewton 0410603519 erica@offermann.com.au

342/61 NOOSASPRIN G SD RIV E, NOOSAHEADS

What abeautifulentrancetoanexceptionalgatedestate:meandering avenues throughoutfringedwithgraciouspalms,gardeniahedges,complemented by the stunningfrontgardensofeachresidence.

NestledinThe Woodswith asmallcul-de-sac,openthefrontdoorofthetwo-level duplexandprepareto bedazzled by brightlightfromthenorth,alsotheeastside withitsclerestory-heightglasspanes.

Itdrenchesthenumerouslivingspacesandsendsshadows overthebrilliantly coolshinytiles.Indoorshasseamless connectivitytooutdoorsthankstoalmost disappearingdoors thewidthofthemain terrace,whichisundercover. It extends to themanicuredlawn,anditisfringedon two sides by high-hedgedlandscaped floralgardens.

A 3 B 2 C 2

Auction

Saturday 31August12pm

View

Saturday 12.00-12.30 Wednesday 11.00-11.30

Agent ClareSherwood 0402903733 clare@offermann.com.au

HOME FOCUS

WHISPERS OF COOL BRILLIANCE

IT is intriguing from the street with its bold modernist façade featuring round and rectangular portholes, but behind the public persona and front gate, a walkway enhanced by lush foxtail palms, reveals itself as ostensibly a private and serene sanctuary.

Open the front door and the substantial residence teases with idiosyncratic design, juxta-positioned against a contemporary vision, albeit whispers of cool Palm Springs.

Admire the lofty ceilings, and how five banks of doors are angled in an almost wraparound fashion to capture visions of water from west to eastside. Naturally it attracts sunlight which shadow dances across pastel cream flooring in the expansive living and dining areas.

Look beyond. Doors almost disappear blurring the lines between indoors and out whilst divulging alfresco excellence, the idyllic north-facing undercover terrace for year-round pleasurable long lunches and stunning sunsets with family and friends.

Kids and four-footers will love the lawn area with Bahamas palms beside the revetment wall, however not as much as launching a kayak or stand-up paddle board from the jetty. Better still, taking the boat for fishing and sight-seeing to the Everglades and Lake Cootharaba, via the Noosa Waters’ residents-only lock and weir system.

Alternatively for a true oasis of calm, take the breezeway on the side of the residence to the shimmering pool and sun terrace.

The custom kitchen with everything on the wish-list of a passionate cook, comprises granite-topped cabinetry including island breakfast bar, two pantries and premium appliances, also the nearby laundry is so roomy it could double as a butler’s-style prep area for the consummate entertainer.

Looking for the ultimate suite retreat? At the top of the stairs is a lounge with access to the north-facing terrace overlooking the waterways.

Sharing that luxury is the premier king suite with walk-in robe, and ensuite with black granite-topped cabinetry, glass brick features and timber shutters. Open them while bubbling away the blues away, to drink in those water views. Two additional bedrooms on this level in the west wing, have built-in robes, and a share bathroom with separate toilet.

Downstairs in the east wing are two bedrooms. One has access to the pool, and both share a bathroom.

“The location plus living in a cul-de-sac on the waterfront is second-tonone,” comment Tom Offermann Real Estate agents Adam Offermann and Zoe Cooke.

“Noosa Waters is known nationally as one of Australia’s premier housing precincts because of its high calibre residences, awardwinning designs, deep-water frontages, and the residents only access via a lock and weir system. Pride of ownership is evident throughout the estate with wellmaintained gardens, streetscapes and

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numerous parks, tantamount to a prevailing overtone of community, family safety and security.

“This really is an extraordinary opportunity to own a substantial slice of Noosa Waters’ magic.”

Facts & Features:

· House Area: 415m2

· Land Area: 710m2; 19.8m waterfrontage; 7.8mx4.4m jetty

· Pool: 9mx2.7m w stone terrace & breezeway access

· Designer/Builder: Graham Jones Design (Melb)/John Jamerson formerly Baracuda

· About: entry foyer w black granite-topped custom cabinetry; pastel cream flooring; plan-

tation shutters/blinds; fans/aircon; living w neutral carpet inset; 5 banks of doors to terrace angled to capture wide water views from west to east; 5-carpeted bedrooms; upstairs w lounge/retreat area & custom cabinetry + premier suite both w north terrace access; WIR & ensuite w glass brick features, timber shutters, spa w water view & black granitetopped white cabinetry; 2 bedrooms w BIRs & share bathroom & sep toilet; 2 downstairs 1 w access to pool& terrace; bathroom; 2-car garage w storage + single carport

· Kitchen: C-shape granite-topped 2-pac cabinetry w 3.5m semiisland + 1.5m island; Euromaid induction cooktop; Bosch oven & dishwasher; Westinghouse fridge; fully kitted

Address: 18 Seahorse Place, Noosa Waters Description: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 garage Price: $4.85M Inspect: Saturday, 10 August, 1:00pm 1:30pm

Contact: Zoe Cooke 0428 329 291 and Adam Offermann 0475 804 467, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

laundry

· Exterior: façade w round & rectangular portholes; foxtails palms front/Bahamas palms waterside; solar 4.8kW

· Location: nth facing wide section of Noosa Waters waterway; close to numerous parks, surrounded by walking/cycle tracks; close to Gibson Road precinct + Noosa Village Shopping Centre; few minutes more to Gympie Terrace & Noosa River foreshore; transport links nearby + Noosa Civic Shopping Centre, public/private schools, sporting fields & Noosa Leisure Centre; 10 minutes to Noosa Main Beach; Everglades and Lake Cootharaba via the Noosa Waters’ residents-only lock and weir system

PRIZED RIVERFRONT, DAZZLING SEASCAPES

IF love is a privileged location on a salubrious stretch of the pristine Noosa River, with one neighbour, swoon-worthy front row seats on a north-facing terrace, a few footsteps across the lawn to a private stretch of beach, water’s edge and a jetty, this is The One. And let’s not forget a feast of seagull’s eye views stretching 180-degrees from the Noosa River mouth to yachts sailing near park-fringed Noosaville. This is also the moment of reality and you have found holiday heaven.

Similarly impressive and plentiful, are effectively defined spaces in the apartment, naturally light, bright and whitewashed with beachy sophistication throughout.

The living spaces are dressed to the nines with contemporary sumptuous sofas, ottoman and armchair, roomy timber table and white chairs. Loving the good life not only revolves around indoors, but its unimpeded connectivity to outdoors on the wide paved undercover terrace which is fringed on two sides by hedges. What a joyful space for a barbeque, lolling on a sun lounge and drinking in the entrancing sight of sunset over Mt Cooroy. All day long of course there are flocks of seagulls biding time on the low tide sandbar, pelicans preening on the jetty, pleasure craft bobbing the waterway, eagles soaring above and the Noosa Ferry on its journey to and from the Hastings Street wharf. Commensurate in size and overall appeal is the kitchen with creamy stone-topped cabinetry including a semi-island breakfast bar and stools, a smoky mirror glass splashback, high-end appliances and every accoutrement for those with a penchant for entertaining or just snacks for sundowners.

Sweet dreams are guaranteed in the three carpeted bedrooms with plantation shutters, built-in robes and cool white styling. The main bedroom has an ensuite, and two bedrooms share a bathroom with marble look tiles and cream stone and two-basin-topped cabinetry. The nearby laundry is fully kitted out with appliances and storage. The prized and popular complex of Noosa Harbour Resort, in a quiet cul-de-sac, has a proud history of welcoming owners and guests to its prominent position on the main arm of the Noosa River at the very tip of Noosa Sound, on the curve of a private wide white-sand beach with jetty.

“It is a year-round idyllic playground with back-to-back bookings and has a strong capital growth history due to the zero lack of riverfront land for future development, “ comments Tom Offermann Real Estate agents Luke Chen and Nic Hunter. “The location is perfect - so much so you can leave the car in its secure undercover space

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Address: 1/6 Quamby Place, NOOSA HEADS

Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

and stroll to the restaurants and cafes in nearby Quamby Place, also Gympie Terrace, Hastings Street, Noosa Main Beach and the Noosa National Park.”

Facts & Features:

· Apartment Area: 112m2

· Terrace: 3.1mx5.8m nth facing w retractable awning; few footsteps across lawn to beach; outdoor setting & 6 chairs + 2 sun lounges

· About: recently renovation; white marble-toned tiled flooring; modern beachy artworks, framed artifacts, seaside signs, mirrors & plantation shutters; aircon; open plan living w 2 contemporary muted grey fabric sofas, armchair & ottoman; glass topped coffee table; natural hued rug; timber console & TV; timber dining table w 6 white chairs; curtains & sliders to outdoors; 3 carpeted bedrooms w plantation shutters & built-in robes; main bedroom w ensuite; 2 bedrooms share bathroom w marble look tiles, cream stone & 2-basin-topped cabinetry; laundry w Fisher & Paykel washer & Simpson dryer

· Kitchen: U-shaped w pale cream stone-topped 2-pac cabinetry incl 3.5m semi-island breakfast bar w 4 stools; pantry; smoky mirror glass splashback; Fisher & Paykel fridge; Bosch cooktop, oven & dishwasher

· Inventory: fully inclusive for high-end, back-toback bookingsAbout Noosa Harbour Resort: absolute waterfront w white sand foreshore; residents-only lawn, beach & jetty for drop off & pick-ups; beautiful tropical landscaped gardens; heated pool & spa + sun-safe kiddies’ wading pool + sauna; half court tennis, gazebo w extensive BBQ facilities; riverside park opp resort; on-site management; water sports equipment hire; tour bookings; secure undercover parking

· Location: 1 min walk to Quamby Place restaurants/cafes/take-outs, liquor shop, general store, Noosa Ferry stop; ten min stroll to cosmopolitan Hastings Street, Noosa Main Beach & along boardwalk to Noosa National Park; close to transport links & essential services + Noosa Village & Gibson Road shopping precincts, Gympie Terrace restaurants, Noosa River activities & boat hire & riverside picnic areas & cycle tracks; Sunshine Coast Airport 35 mins

Inspect: Saturday 1pm-1.30pm Auction: Saturday 17 August, 2pm

Contact: Nic Hunter 0421 785 512 and Luke Chen 0417 600 840, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

‘Tingirana’

305-306/25 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

‘Netanya’

101/71 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

201/71 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

202/71 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

‘On The Beach’

13/49 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

14/49 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

17/49 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

9/41 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

40/41 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

41/41 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads ‘Fairshore’

203/71 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

301/71 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

306/71 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

307/71 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads2022

312/71 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

18/49 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

19/49 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

21/49 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

‘La Mer’

304/5 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

307/5 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads ‘Maison’

Proudly Richardson&Wrench Noosa | 07 5447 4499

307/71 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads2024

406/71 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

408/71 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

Shane McCauley 0403 646 930

shane@rwnoosa.com.au

11/37 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

‘Sandcastles’

7/1 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

Frank Milat 0438 528 148

frank@rwnoosa.com.au

www.rwnoosa.com.au 23 Hastings Street, Noosa ‘Trusted Respected & Operating for Over 30 Years’

Netanya On The Beach

La Mer

Maison Sandcastles

Fairshore Tingirana

7320 “Peppers” 5 Morwong Drive

1 bed | 1 bath | 1 car

- Elevated apartment with north aspect for winter sun.

- Tastefully appointed & open plan design

- Short stroll to Hastings St. & Noosa main beach.

- Bordering Noosa’s famous National Park

- Gym, restaurant, resort pools & day spa on-site.

Price $850,000 Open By Appointment

Proudly Richardson&Wrench Noosa | 07 5447 4499

www.rwnoosa.com.au

617

“Sebel”

1 bed | 1 bath | 1 car

32 Hastings Street

- North facing with private courtyard

- Spacious 100m2 plus carpark on title

- Direct access to cafes and Noosa shopping

- Stunning renovation with tasteful furnishings

- Strong holiday income and tax benefits

Price $1.7Million Open By Appointment

Shane McCauley 0403 646 930

Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 Frank Milat 0438 528 148

Proudly Richardson&Wrench Noosa | 07 5447 4499

www.rwnoosa.com.au 23 Hastings Street, Noosa

TASTEFULLY RENOVATED AND FULLY FURNISHED

PERFECTLY positioned on cosmopolitan Hastings Street, the Ocean Breeze Resort is the ideal complement to Noosa’s stunning beach setting. With Noosa main beach directly opposite, you can take a swim, enjoy the stunning views, or take a short stroll through the Noosa National Park.

Apartment 20 has a generous floor plan, with great separation between the ensuited

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bedrooms, and a large open plan living area. Relax on the balcony, or simply enjoy the tastefully renovated apartment. It is surrounded by palm trees and tropical gardens, which will relax you on your Noosa stay.

Right on your doorstep are world class restaurants and cafes, or simply stroll down Hastings Street for some boutique shopping that Noosa is famous for.

Address: 20 ‘Ocean Breeze’ 52 Hastings St, NOOSA HEADS Description: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage

Contact: Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 and Frank Milat 0438 528 148, RICHARDSON AND WRENCH NOOSA

eldersrealestate.com.au

Sunshine Coast Hinterland Farm - Available as a whole or in two lots

•Only 5 km from Peachester, 16 km west of Beerwah and 60 minutes from Brisbane, Bitumen road access.

•Consisting of irrigated river flats to undulating cleared country, mostly cleared and planted to improved pastures

•Extensive frontage to the Stanley River and 2 irrigation licences

•Solid improvements including 3 homes, dairy, machinery and storage sheds plus cattle yards

•Will carry an estimated 350 adult cattle capable of producing sappy weaners and offers opportunities for backgrounding and fattening, utilising the excellent variety of quality feed.

This is a very picturesque property ideally located on the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Properties of this size in this location are rare to come by.

A unique farm located in a great position.

Expressions of Interest

Closing Tuesday 10th Sep, 5:00pm

Inspection by appointment

Garry Martin 0417 002 606

garry.martin@elders.com.au

Elders Brisbane eldersrealestate.com.au/300P161777

*Approx.

ThinkingofSellinginSpring? ItStartsNow...InWinter!

Spring is often celebrated as the ideal time to sell a property, but homes can sell and buyers can be interested in any season — there is much more to the market than just the weather. However, if a spring sale aligns with your plans—whether for relocation or because you believe your home looks its best during this season — use winter to prepare for the right buyer.

Here are some tips to get you started:

Garden Prep: Trim shrubs, plant flowers and fertilise to enhance street appeal.

Maintenance and Repairs: Address any faults. Make a list and prioritise repairs.

Clean: Thoroughly clean each room, including inside cupboards.

Declutter: Remove personal items and large furniture to help buyers envision themselves in the space.

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WHERE OPULENCE MEETS OPPORTUNITY

ENVELOPED among tall forest timbers in an ultra-desirable Noosa hinterland enclave, this breathtaking property presents near-limitless opportunities to craft the lifestyle of your dreams. Previously operating as an exclusive health retreat, it would work equally well as a home, with dual living to suit extended families, guest accommodation, or an Airbnb business.

Approached by a tree-lined drive off a no-through-road, first impressions of serenity, natural beauty and meticulous attention to detail are carried throughout the property. The Moroccan-inspired main residence is marked by understated elegance, with modern neutral tones, air-conditioning, wood fireplace, rich textures, and ample glass allowing ambient light and fresh air to flood in. The open plan layout includes spaces for living, dining and lounging, all with tranquil green vistas, serviced by a modern kitchen. With a design that embodies the indoor/outdoor lifestyle prized by locals, there are also multiple outdoor living spaces – ranging from quiet lawn-side patios to an expansive entertaining deck that overlooks the sparkling saltwater pool. Two of the bedrooms incorporate

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luxurious ensuites with exquisite tilework and one has a private garden courtyard. The other two bedrooms have built-ins and easy access to the main bathroom. The second dwelling, a gorgeous tiny home dubbed ‘Fila Safi’, is nestled among

the trees at the rear of the property. With a lovely, light-filled ambience, it includes two double beds, shower, toilet, and kitchenette. The 15m x 7m Colorbond shed has three-phase power, tiled flooring, fans, and plumbing. New owners can

choose to purchase the gym/health equipment or use the space for their own purposes – think ultimate workshop, games room, art studio, teen hangout or accommodation for six cars. There’s also parking for four vehicles and 6.6KW solar power paired with a 15kW three phase inverter. All this sits on a gently sloping 5,234m2 parcel of land, complete with beautifully landscaped gardens and lush lawns, amid the picturesque leafy setting that makes Doonan so desirable. New owners would be forgiven for seeing little need to leave their hinterland haven, but all the important amenities are close by. Several schools are within easy driving distance, as are delightful local cafes and restaurants. Eumundi’s famous markets, country pubs and artisan stores are less than 10 minutes from your doorstep. Alternatively, you can spend days lazing on picture-perfect beaches, trekking through national parks, or investigating a myriad of shopping and dining experiences and be back at your tranquil sanctuary in under 20 minutes. This hinterland jewel will appeal to discerning buyers from across the globe, so contact us quickly if you’d like to make it yours.

Address: 98 Grays Road, DOONAN Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4 garage Inspect: By appointment Auction: Friday, 16 August at 12:00pm Contact: Kess Prior 0404 344 399 and Ruth Venning 0410 243 487, HINTERNOOSA

Address 98GraysRoad,Doonan

Bed 4 Bath 3 Car 4 Pool

Auction16 Augustat12pmOnSite

Land 5,234m2

View Sat10-10:30am, Wed2-2:30pm

•Propertyinsought-afterlocation

•Dualliving,lifestyle/businessopportunities

•Multipleindoorandoutdoorlivingspaces

•2 ensuitedmasterbedrooms,study/library

•Sep.tinyhome, 2dblebeds,bathroom,kitchenette

•Poweredshedwithplumbing,6.6kWsolar,bore

KessPrior 0404344399 kess@hinternoosa.com.au

Ruth Venning 0410243487 ruth@hinternoosa.com.au

Welcome to a magnificent residence in 6 Dodonaea Close. This property offers a rare opportunity to secure an architectural turn key and low maintenance property, large private outdoor garden area and pool in one of the best locations of Noosa. This property is perfect for the local downsizer, the avid investor or the interstate/international based person who seeks a lock up and leave Noosa getaway.

Residence 6 Dodonaea Close allows you to truly enjoy the Noosaville lifestyle to the absolute fullest with the fantastic restaurants, cafes, bakeries and amenities all moments away and the world-famous Noosa Main Beach and Hastings Street moments from your front door.

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SHORT WALK FROM VILLAGE, STUNNING VIEWS

JUST a short walk from the Village and patrolled surf beach, this stunning Stephen Kidd-designed beachside residence embodies the essence of a modern beach house with its casual sophistication spread across two floors.

“Breezes on Pacific” is positioned to enjoy a delightful northeast aspect, it’s the perfect coastal retreat. Taking full advantage of its position, the home is nestled to the rear of the tropically landscaped, 569m2 level property.

A spacious podium-level patio overlooking the 8 metre pool with wading deck welcomes you to the garden-level entrance, featuring an impressive oversized pivoting timber front door.

Inside, a central wall artfully separates a generous rumpus room, complete with built-in cabinetry for books, games, and media, and welcomes the outside in via banks of louvres.

Three spacious bedrooms and a stylish bathroom fan to the rear of the home on the ground level, while a convenient laundry room provides direct access to a private drying yard.

A glass balustrade timber staircase leads to an upper floor bathed in natural light beneath soaring VJ-lined ceilings. Bi-fold doors open to

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reveal a covered 30sqm deck with an insulated roof, low-maintenance modular decking, built-in BBQ and refrigeration-perfect for entertaining family and friends whilst overlooking the pool.

Once again, expansive glass louvres welcome the coastal breeze and flood the living space with natural light, complemented by elegant hardwood timber floors. The centrepiece of the dream kitchen is an impressive stone waterfall-edge island bench,

featuring Bosch gas and electric cooking, zipfiltered rainwater, integrated fridge, freezer and dishwasher, soft-close drawers, and abundant pantry space.

The beautiful primary bedroom on the northeastern side features walk-through robes and a distinctive floor-to-ceiling tiled ensuite.

A private bedroom at the rear of the house is accompanied by a third bathroom, while a convenient powder room nearby is perfect for entertaining guests.

Some of the homes standout features include solar power to reduce energy costs, ducted air conditioning for climate control, acoustic and thermal insulation, a motion sensor alarm, 3000-gallon rainwater tanks, computerized irrigation for effortless garden maintenance, stylish modular decking, and convenient automatic gates with audio/visual intercom.

This immaculately kept home seamlessly blends timeless architecture with modern comfort. “Breezes on Pacific” is a must-see if you value exceptional craftsmanship, spacious living areas, and a prime location near the

beach and local restaurants. Whether you continue as a holiday rental (subject to council approval) or make it your permanent residence, this property offers versatile living options. With furnishings included, you can move in and start living today!

· Stunning Stephen Kidd-designed beachside residence

· Perfect coastal retreat with northeast aspect set back on 569m2 block

· Covered 30sqm deck with insulated roof, modular decking, built-in BBQ and fridge

· Spacious podium-level patio overlooking 8m pool with wading deck

· Two living areas, study nook, VJ-lined ceilings, timber floors

· Master bedroom with walk-through robes, floor-to-ceiling tiled ensuite

· Solar power (6kw), ducted air conditioning, acoustic/thermal insulation

· Landscaped gardens, 3000-gallon rainwater tanks, computerized irrigation, garden shed

· Motion sensor alarm, automatic gates with audio/visual intercom

· Easy walk to Village and beach

Address: 31 Pacific Avenue, SUNSHINE BEACH Description: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage Inspect: Saturday 10 August 11.30am-12pm Auction: Saturday, August 10, 2024 12:00 pm

Contact: Caitlyn McConnell 0417 637 697, SUNSHINE BEACH REAL ESTATE

Justashortwalkfromthe Villageandpatrolledbeach, thisstunningStephenKidd-designedbeachsideresidence embodiestheessenceofamodernbeachhousewithitscasual sophisticationspreadacrosstwofloors.

•Northeasterlyaspect,setbackona569m2block

•Covered30sqmdeckwithbuiltinBBQandfridge

• Twolivingareas,ductedaircon,timber floors

•Pool,solarpower,alarm,autogateswithintercom

CaitlynMcConnell M:0417637697

OPENHOMES

11.30AM -12.00PM25QuailLane4 22 OffersOver$1,250,000Hinternoosa0404344399

CastawaysBeach

Saturday10thAugust

2.00PM -2.30PM52DriftwoodDrive 532 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0447263663

Wednesday14thAugust

11.00AM -11.30AM342/61NoosaSpringsDrive

11.00AM -11.30AM739/61NoosaSpringsDrive

TomOffermannRealEstate0413889 130 11.00AM -11.30AM 10104/5MorwongDrive 432

TomOffermannRealEstate0414367282 12.00PM -12.30PM2224/15 LakeviewRise 322

TomOffermannRealEstate0402903733 1.00PM -1.30PM1/6QuambyPlace 32 -Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0417600 840

NoosaSprings

Saturday10thAugust 12.00PM -12.30PM342/61NoosaSpringsDrive

1.00PM -1.30PM 120ArthysRoad 325 OffersOver$1,095,000Hinternoosa0415111 370

Wednesday14thAugust

-11.30AM342/61NoosaSpringsDrive

12.15PM -12.45PM 114GreenGate Road 534 OffersOver$1,550,000McGrathNoosa0409 139546

11.00AM -11.30AM739/61NoosaSpringsDrive

Noosaville

Thursday8thAugust

10.00AM -10.30AM 16 KauriStreet 310 OffersOver$799,000Hinternoosa0415111 370

9.30AM -10.00AM65PheasantLane 424 OffersOver$1,650,000Hinternoosa0415111 370 9.30AM -10.00AM 146Redwood Road 423 OffersOver$1,400,000 Hinternoosa0404344399

9.30AM -10.00AM244DukeRoad 53 2Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0410603519

10.00AM -10.30AM98Grays Road 434 AuctionHinternoosa0404344399

2.30PM -3.00PM632DoonanBridge RoadNorth 32 10 OffersOver$3,000,000 Hinternoosa0422923851

Wednesday14thAugust

12.00PM -12.30PM244DukeRoad 53 2Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0410603519

NoosaHeads

Friday9thAugust

10.30AM -11.00AM6108/5MorwongDrive 222 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0412894542

Saturday10thAugust

9.00AM -9.30AM207/61NoosaSpringsDrive 443 $3,125,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0419757770

10.00AM -10.30AM20 SarahCourt5 34 ByNegotiationTheMcLureGroup0400084975

11.00AM -11.30AM11/89Noosa Parade 221 ByAuctionMcGrathNoosa0409 139546

11.00AM -11.30AM1/30AlderlyTerrace 321 PriceGuide$4.8M TomOffermann RealEstate0417600 840

12.00PM -12.30PM 3AllambiRise 321 Auction

12.00PM -12.30PM342/61NoosaSpringsDrive 322 Auction

RealEstate0412711 888

12.00PM -12.30PM739/61NoosaSpringsDrive 443 $7,450,000TomOffermann RealEstate0413889 130

12.00PM -12.30PM46/6QuambyPlace 11 -$1,195,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0417600

-12.30PM

-1.30PM1/6QuambyPlace

1.00PM -2.00PM5/70UpperHastingsStreet

-1.30PM2224/15LakeviewRise3

-1.30PM

-5.30PM45LakeEntranceBlvd 322 $950,000 Laguna RealEstate0402699303

Friday9thAugust

Saturday10thAugust

9.30AM -10.15AM1/14 SunseekerClose 322 ForSaleByNegotiationRichardson&Wrench Noosa54474499 10.00AM -10.30AM1/261Weyba Road 211 OffersOver$880,000 ConsideredLaguna RealEstate0434236 110 10.00AM -10.30AM5/173GympieTerrace 321 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0417600 840 10.00AM -10.30AM53/28MunnaCrescent 211 OffersOver$950,000 ConsideredLaguna RealEstate0412043880 11.00AM -11.30AM2/32TheCockleshell3 22 ExpressionsOfInterestMcGrathNoosa0411432520 11.00AM -11.30AM 101/24LakeWeybaDrive3 11 O/O$920,000 Cons.Laguna RealEstate0434236 110 11.00AM -11.45AM 11/15THECOCKLESHELL 221 ContactAgentSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

11.00AM -11.30AM95LakeWeybaDrive 532 $4,600,000 TomOffermannRealEstate0468922519 12.00PM -12.30PM6/18 LakeWeybaDrive 221 OffersOver$870,000 ConsideredLaguna RealEstate0434236 110 12.30PM -1.15PM 6DodonaeaClose 322 ExpressionsOfInterestMcGrathNoosa0411432520

1.00PM -1.30PM 18 SeahorsePlace 533 $4,850,000 TomOffermannRealEstate0428329291 2.00PM -2.45PM1/144Noosa Parade 321 OffersOver$1,500,000 McGrathNoosa0411432520 2.30PM -3.00PM 9SeascoutCircuit 422 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0412672375

Monday12thAugust

2.00PM -2.30PM2/24MunnaCrescent 221 $3,550,000 TomOffermannRealEstate0423726639

Wednesday14thAugust

9.30AM -10.15AM1/14 SunseekerClose 322 ForSaleByNegotiationRichardson&Wrench Noosa54474499 10.00AM -10.30AM1/261Weyba Road 211 OffersOver$880,000 ConsideredLaguna RealEstate0434236 110 11.00AM -11.30AM 101/24LakeWeybaDrive 311 O/O$920,000 Cons.Laguna RealEstate0434236 110 11.00AM -11.30AM3/152-158Noosa Parade 221 $1,170,000 NegotiableLaguna RealEstate0407379893 12.00PM -12.30PM 18/239-245GympieTerrace 221 1,365,000 Laguna RealEstate0407379893 12.00PM -12.30PM6/18 LakeWeybaDrive 221 OffersOver$870,000 ConsideredLaguna RealEstate0434236 110 1.30PM -2.00PM5/173GympieTerrace 321 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0417600 840 5.00PM -5.45PM 6DodonaeaClose 322 ExpressionsOfInterestMcGrathNoosa0411432520

PeregianBeach

Saturday10thAugust

10.00AM -10.30AM3/18PeregianEsplanade3 22

$2,780,000TomOffermann RealEstate0413319 879

11.00AM -11.30AM53 ParakeetCres 322 $3,250,000TomOffermann RealEstate0413319 879

12.00PM -12.30PM6/31-33 LorikeetDrive 322 $2,184,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0413319 879 Pomona

Saturday10thAugust

11.00AM -11.30AM21HillStreet 314 $899,000Hinternoosa0422923851

2.00PM -2.30PM 5SchoolStreet 334 OffersConsideredHinternoosa0415111 370

SunriseBeach

Saturday10thAugust

3.30PM -4.00PM1/36VenturaStreet 322 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0447263663

SunshineBeach Saturday10thAugust

9.00AM -9.30AM54 SolwayDrive 43 -$2,490,000TomOffermann RealEstate0412672375

10.00AM -10.30AM38 SeaviewTerrace 532 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0412711 888

10.30AM -11.00AM 14/11HendersonStreet 322 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0414367282

11.00AM -11.30AM1/9HillStreet2 21 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0437447804 Tandur

Saturday10thAugust

11.00AM -11.30AM540Tandur Road 312 OffersConsideredHinternoosa0415111 370 Tewantin Saturday10thAugust

10.00AM -10.30AM28WerinStreet 321 O/O$900,000 Laguna RealEstate0411328488

11.00AM -11.30AM 103OutlookDrive 434 OffersAround$1,350,000Laguna RealEstate0412043880

12.00PM -12.30PM 1MurraCourt4 24 Offersover$1,190,000.00ConsideredLaguna RealEstate0412043880 Tinbeerwah

Sunday11thAugust

3.00PM -3.30PM26KingsgateDrive 422 OffersOver$1,650,000Hinternoosa0415111 370 Traveston

Saturday10thAugust

12.00PM -12.30PM441TandurTraveston Road 211 OffersOver$650,000Hinternoosa0415111 370

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YandinaCreek

Saturday10thAugust 2.00PM -2.30PM 5MusgraveDrive 764

Doonan

Friday16thAugust

11.00AM -11.30AM244DukeRoad 532 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0410603519 12.00PM -12.00PM98Grays Road 434 AuctionHinternoosa0404344399

NoosaHeads

Friday9thAugust 11.00AM -11.30AM6108/5MorwongDrive

-2.30PM5/70UpperHastingsStreet

Friday16thAugust

Noosaville

RED HOT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

IF happiness is a day at the beach, and bliss is a sparkling bijou seeming perched two-minutes from the cabana-adorned squeaky sand of Noosa Main Beach, then this is an extra-special slice of paradise in a millionaire’s playground with immense cachet.

How about a sizzling investment opportunity at the favourite 5-star hot spot of Peppers’ Noosa Resort, with its lagoon pool, lap pool, acclaimed restaurant, and direct access to the Noosa National Park.

Picture a mid-level in-vogue apartment in the Sands complex, one of the best positions in the resort, excellent distance from the laneways and easy access to Hastings Street.

It is totally private, adjacent to nature’s wonderment, the Noosa National Park, and the serenity is palpable.

Open the front door, look down the hallway, take off the shoes and automatically go in holiday mode.

Look beyond, admire the open plan living with cool floor tiles, fresh primarily monochromatic palette, sink-into sofa, chic artworks and accessories, all designed to mimic the national park surrounds. Indoors melds with outdoors with a north-east aspect inviting natural light and suggesting relaxation or dinner by starlight, an alternative to dining at the resort’s popular Park & Cove restaurant.

The galley-style kitchen with stone-topped cabinetry and pantry, has all the necessary premium appliances to create casual fare for family and friends.

When it comes to dreamtime, the king master suite is a sigh-moment. It has a walk-in robe, and ensuite bathroom with shower and spa bath, plus it opens into the living space and looks out to the terrace, so easy to wake up with the birds. Adjoining is a laundry, also a powder room.

There is also much to do around the internationally acclaimed Peppers Noosa Resort, which is within cooee of Hastings Street or just a buggy ride away. Set into the hillside, it was designed by renowned architect John Mainwaring.

The apartment is close to the Resort’s pool, also the gymnasium and steam room. Massages are a must-do at Stephanie’s Day Spa.

“If you are hoping to dip a toe in at the shallow end of a red-hot investment opportunity in Noosa Heads, this could be the one,“ explains Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Chris Miller.

“I have experienced first-hand how apartments in Peppers Noosa Resort are coveted, and that is understandable. Holiday bookings are year-round and mostly back-toback. One-bedroom apartments are highly prized because they provide the perfect opportunity for the first-time buyer as well as the seasoned investor who understand the buoyancy of the local market.

“Yes paradise, where the climate is idyllic year-round and natural assets are innumerable, await a sage investor.“

Facts & Features:

· Apartment Area: 66m2 inc. terrace

· About: upper-floor apartment in Sands complex; lift; NE aspect; adjacent to Noosa National Park;aircon/fans; natural aesthetic mimics outdoors; tiled living w sofa, chic artworks & accessories; terrace w alfresco dining; ducted aircon/fans; king master bedroom w walk-in robe, bathroom incl shower & spa bath + powder room & access to terrace; kitchen w pantry; 2-pac white cabinetry, premium dishwasher, cooktop, microwave & fridge; laundry w washing machine & dryer; car space

· Inventory: fully inclusive to suit high-end

Address: 7416/5 Morwong Drive, NOOSA HEADS Auction: Friday, 16 August 1:00pm Contact: Chris Miller 0412 894 542, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE Inspect: Friday, 9 August 1:00pm - 1:30pm, Monday, 12 August 2:00pm - 2:30pm, Wednesday, 14 August 10:00am - 10:30am

holiday market

· Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas: architect John Mainwaring; eco-conscious sustainability resort w solar energy & rainwater irrigation; facilities incl buggy service to and from Hastings Street; award-winning Park & Cove restaurant; Stephanie’s Ocean Spa; heated lagoon pool; 25m lap pool; gymnasium/steam room; one of the region’s largest conference centres incl theatrette, private boardrooms, pre-function terrace & conference facility

· Location: walk to Noosa National Park with world-famous Surfing Reserve, Laguna Lookout, Hastings Street & Noosa Main Beach; Eumundi - 22km; Sunshine Coast Airport - 30km; Australia Zoo - 70km; Brisbane International & Domestic Airports - 137km

WELCOME TO SANCTUARY SPRINGS...

INTRODUCING this magical 32 acre horse lovers sanctuary, featuring a stunning executive style family home sitting high on a beautiful ridge with views over your own piece of paradise.

Boasting a 25 metre sparkling lap pool, forestlined paddocks, an equestrian arena with a day stable, cattle yards, and an industrial-sized shed with solar power, plumbing, and toilet.

Water is abundant with 10 dams that meander through the paddocks providing ample water for the stock.

There is so much on offer at this spectacular property, only a short 6 minute drive to Gympie and 50 minutes to Noosa.

· 12.96 private hectares

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· 10 dams, horse arena, stables

· Fully fenced, 5 paddocks, cattle yards

· Huge industrial-size shed with solar and a 7x9m carport

· Large tiled dining area with adjacent modern kitchen

· Carpeted lounge/media room, separate office

· Luxurious master bed with amazing views, walk-through robe, ensuite

· All other bedrooms are spacious with fans and robes

· High-end fixtures and fittings, wide hallways, hardwood floors

Don’t miss the chance to make your dreams come true with this one-of-a-kind property. Call Mike for your private viewing today.

Address: 168 Forest Ridge Drive, Tamaree Description: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 6 garage Price: Offers over $2,000,000 considered Inspect: By Appointment

Contact: Mike Smith 0407 126 669, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

PRICE ADJUSTED - GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT

OWNER says “present your offer now”!

Pretty views of the pristine Noosa waterways from this fully fenced ground floor apartment.

An excellent floor plan offers great separation of bedrooms and entertaining areas.

Huge bedrooms with built in robes, the master with glamourous ensuite bathroom, open out to fully covered terraces.

The full-length living areas and kitchen take in the water views and open to the private fenced garden.

Offered fully furnished and ready to enjoy your holidays and income, with highly experienced on-site management in place.

A leisurely stroll finds the delights of the Noosa River and Gympie Terrace restaurant strip, with Hastings Street a flat easy 20 minute stroll.

Five-minutes to shopping, bus at your door, Noosa Ferry 200 meters, a convenient location to all that is exciting in Noosa.

A fabulous opportunity to own a ground floor Noosaville apartment with strong investment returns.

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Address: 3/152-158 Noosa Parade, Noosaville Description: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: $1,170,000 Negotiable Inspect: Friday, Monday, Tuesday, 12-12:30pm

Contact: Melanie Butcher 0407 379 893, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

OldFashionedCharmWithModernCharacter

1/3a KauriStreet, COOrOy

•Perchedon apicturesque riseinthequiet hinterlandtownofCooroy

•Three-bedroom cottagewithmoderncomfortandold-fashionedcharm

•Lovelymasterbedroomwith contemporary styleensuite

•Two additionalspaciousbedroomsand astudy

•Modernbathroomwithlarge bathtub, arelaxingretreat

•Classicwhite picket fenceand large frontyard, fullofcharacter

•Sweepinghinterlandviews fromthefront porch

•Enjoy theserenityand tranquilsurroundingsontheback patio

BeauLamshed 0402699303 beau@lagunarealestate.com.au