Noosa Today - 11th July 2025

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Noosa’s own Concours d’Elegance returns to Hastings Street on Saturday 19 July, bringing with it a spectacular line-up of over 50 rare and iconic classic cars, alongside modern automotive standouts and an extended program of lifestyle events for all ages.

Back for its third year, the Noosa Concours on Hastings Street has quickly become one of Australia’s most respected lifestyle events, celebrating craftsmanship, design and culture — all set in the heart of Hastings Street, with the natural beauty of Main Beach as its backdrop.

As in previous years, Hastings Street will be closed to traffic for the day, allowing locals and visitors alike to stroll the street and admire an extraordinary display of vehicles, including marques such as Ferrari, Aston Martin, Bentley, Bugatti, McLaren, Lamborghini, Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, and more.

Rare and remarkable highlights from this year’s Noosa Concours display will include:

• 1964 Aston Martin DB5 Superleggera, a vehicle that gained worldwide fame as the quintessential James Bond car, making its debut in the iconic 007 film Goldfinger. Its appearance in the movie propelled it to legendary status, earning it the title of “the most famous car in the world“. Designed by the renowned Italian coachbuilder Carrozzeria Touring of Milan, the DB5 utilised the Superleggera (Italian for “super light“) construction technique. This innovative design is reflected in the “Superleggera“ badging proudly displayed on the car’s bonnet. A perfect blend of British craftsmanship and Italian design, the DB5 is more than just a cultural icon - it represents a pinnacle of 1960s automotive elegance and performance.

• 1935 BMW 315/1 Roadster – BMW’s first dedicated sports car, signalling a pivotal shift from practical, utilitarian vehicles to performancefocused engineering. With its sleek lines and spirited driving dynamics, the stunning 315/1 laid the groundwork for BMW’s enduring legacy in the world of sports motoring. The car

recently underwent a $1 million specialist restoration to support its entry into the event.

• 1936 Delage D6-70 Milford Cabriolet a rare and exquisitely refined example of pre-war French automotive elegance. Seamlessly blending luxury and craftsmanship with a distinguished racing pedigree, the D6-70 represents the height of

Delage’s engineering and design prowess during the golden age of motoring. With its graceful lines, advanced engineering, and meticulous attention to detail, the Milford Cabriolet reflects the sophistication and innovation that defined French coachbuilt automobiles of the era.

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Palmer Motorama manager Dylan Higgins with 2024 Best in Show, a 1938 Bugatti Type 57C Aravis described by judges as flamboyant, exceptionally rare and simply the best. (Rob Maccoll)

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Regional news is the canary in cage

By Country Press Australia president Damian Morgan

This week, I step up as president of Country Press Australia (CPA), ostensibly to represent the best interests of independent regional newspaper publishers. But the responsibility is far greater than that.

The future of regional news publishing is inextricably linked to whether regional communities will continue to have a say in shaping the future of regional Australia.

In fact, regional newspapers are the metaphorical canary in the coal mine - their health signals the health of the voice of the communities they serve.

And both are under threat.

The toxic combination of ever-expanding corporations and surging city populations dominating our politics is reducing regional communities to branch office status, with their futures determined by powerful elites in our CBDs.

With every small business that’s bought out and “rolled up” into a corporate machine - or shut down to make way for a big-box competitor - a local business owner is replaced by a corporate manager. The profits are siphoned off in the first electronic transfer back to the city, and a small part of the soul of our communities dies.

As our capital cities grow, the weight of our democracy and decision-making drifts further away from the regions - away from where much of our nation’s wealth is generated, by the way.

Even local government is losing its voice.

Many locally elected councillors now fear speaking out on behalf of their communities, worried they’ll be reported by bureaucratic staff to increasingly powerful, city-based governance bodies. When this happens, our democracy is weakened.

Regional news publishers are among the last lines of defence against these forces.

At our best, we rally and amplify the collective voice of our communities. We stand up to power and fight for a fair go.

There’s a saying that the squeaky wheel gets the grease - but in regional Australia, it’s mostly the silent, hardworking wheels that keep the whole country moving.

That’s why regional newspapers promote local communities and give those doing the heavy lifting a voice.

We unapologetically champion independent regional businesses - the ones who make, grow, and fix things. The ones who only sell what they believe in and are proud of.

We’re also here for the bush cops and singleteacher schools, the nurses and doctors who are always on duty, and the junior sports coaches who drive the bus three hours each way so kids can get a game on the weekend.

We’re up for the fight. But it’s getting harder.

A decade ago, regional newspapers were thriving. Classifieds, display ads, and community notices funded large local newsrooms filled with trained journalists.

But the landscape has changed.

When news went online - and we’re online too - global tech giants like Facebook quickly came to dominate the advertising market, using their monopolistic power to take an overwhelming share of digital ad revenue.

Yet these platforms don’t produce news.

They don’t employ journalists.

And they certainly don’t hire anyone in regional communities where they glean enormous profits from the attention of local people while contributing nothing back to local newsrooms or communities.

In fact, they profit from our content, created by

local journalists, without paying fairly for it - undermining the very business model that sustains local news.

And big box retail corporations making huge profits from our regional communities are now choosing to advertise with these global tech giants, not with local publishers.

Like frogs in warming water, too many Australians are unaware of the growing danger of letting corporatism control our communities - and the new media platforms and AI systems that (mis) inform them.

My top priority as president of CPA is to fight for the publishers who, in turn, are fighting for their communities.

We’ll be wearing out the boot leather lobbying governments to protect our people from exploitation by tech platforms that profit from harmful content and put our children and democracy at risk.

We’ll push back against bureaucracy that strips power from local leaders.

We’ll shine a light on the creeping reach of corporatism.

We’re proud to take on these battles.

All we ask in return is that you keep buying your local paper — or subscribe online — and support the local businesses that advertise with us.

Damian Morgan.

Recycling to save a turtle

By Abbey Cannan

Noosa North Shore just got Queensland’s first Containers for Change bag drop in a national park, with every 10 cents going straight to supporting Cooloola Coast Care.

This pod is one of the new additions to improve waste and recycling in the Cooloola and Inskip Peninsula recreation areas, and it’s based at the Noosa North Shore transfer station.

Cooloola principal ranger Danielle Mansfield said, “Cooloola is proud to have this as a first at our park.“

“We hope everyone gets behind it and carries out what they carry in.“

Express Recycling Noosa site manager Dion Lawrence said, “The litter over here is quite an issue and I’m really hoping that this pod is going to go a long way to help that issue.“

For groups like Cooloola Coast Care, the benefits of reducing waste stretch beyond just a cleaner park, it’s about protecting wildlife.

Cooloola Coast Care president Lindy Orwin said, “For turtles, eating plastic ends up in death.“

“We have half a million campers come through here in a year. It’s a lot of people and they’re all here for a good time, so we hope they share their good time leftovers with us, and that will help the turtles.“

Rainbow Beach based Turtle Care member Jan Waters said there were 44 successful turtle nests in the region during the 2024-2025 season.

“It was a good year because there’s a bit more food out there for them, as the sea grass has grown back after being affected by floods.“

“During the turtle hatching season, from November to April, we ask campers to keep their lights off and not to drive on the beach during high tide.

“The statistics over the last 20 years say only one in 1000 sea turtle hatchlings make it to adulthood. So, if we can work to save even one nest, then why not?“

COEX chief executive officer Natalie Roach praised the project as a benchmark for others.

“As a first in Queensland, this really is a standout for Containers for Change,“ she said.

“It really sets the opportunity for other national parks to get on board to get even more containers recycled across the state.

“I’d also like to congratulate the the Express Recycling Group as they have just reached a milestone of over 500 million refunds through their

container refund points. That’s a huge achievement. It’s put $5 million in 10 cent refunds back into the community they serve.“

Noosa MP Sandy Bolton said, “Dion and Josie at Express Recycling Noosa continue to fight to make real change in this space in the community and we’re so deeply appreciative.“

“We all know that litter has been an issue and this is an enormous and positive step to capture that.“

From 30 June 2025, all waste bins along Teewah Beach and at the Freshwater camping area will be relocated to two new transfer stations at Noosa North Shore and on Rainbow Beach Road.

Ms Mansfield said, “Having less bins near the camping areas will ensure a cleaner, naturebased holiday, a reduction in smells and less rubbish dumped in the dunes.”

“Our protected areas are not just destinations. They are living, breathing areas that our community love.

“By removing waste from the beach and donating their empties, people can ensure the Cooloola recreation area remains pristine for future generations.”

The new Noosa North Shore waste transfer station will also include large bins for solid waste and infrastructure for portable toilet waste. The

Bins will continue to be available for

waste transfer station on Freshwater Road (off Rainbow Beach Road) will take solid and recyclable waste.

Inskip

campers at Sarawak West, M.V. Sarawak, M.V. Beagle, M.V. Natone and S.S. Dorrigo camping areas. Bins are not provided at Dorrigo South and Pelican Bay camping areas.

QPWS Cooloola principal ranger Danielle Mansfield, COEX CEO Natalie Roach, Noosa MP Sandy Bolton, Express Recycling Noosa site manager Dion Lawrence, Cooloola Coastcare president Lindy Orwin.

Rainbow Beach based Turtle Care member Jan Waters with Cooloola Coastcare president Lindy Orwin. (Abbey Cannan: 488755)

Guests at the Noosa North Shore bag drop.

Cutting the ribbon to launch a new Containers for Change pod at Noosa North Shore.

Noosa MP Sandy Bolton.

Quarry decision awaits

Save Noosa Hinterland’s Nick Cooke advocates for the community against the impacts of the Kin Kin Quarry, focusing on air quality, waterway protection, and habitat conservation. For his efforts he has been recognised as a Noosa Biosphere award finalist in the category of environmental steward and was awarded at the 2025 Queensland Day award.

By Nick Cooke

It’s no secret that the Noosa community is incredibly environmentally conscious, with over 45 percent of our land zoned for environmental conservation, an internationally recognised UNESCO Biosphere Reserve status and ‘the environment’ ranking at the top of nearly every community consultation.

This is a community that fought against the development of Noosa National Park, commercialisation of the Great Sandy National Park and a host of inappropriate developments that threatened the Noosa Plan and our lifestyle. But tucked away in the Hinterland, far from the daily view of coastal residents, the Kin Kin Quarry continues to wreak environmental and social havoc.

The latest development? A referral under the Federal Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act, seeking approval to clear almost 10 hectares of critical Noosa habitat for a large-scale quarry expansion.

Habitat categorised as ‘Matters of National Environmental Significance’. Habitat recognised in the ecological assessment as “Critical to the Survival of the Koala”. Habitat for EPBC listed species including the Grey-headed Flying Fox, Greater Glider and several species of migratory birds. Habitat which includes both core koala habitat and a critically endangered ecological community.

Despite overwhelming community opposition, Cordwell Resources presses on relentlessly, determined to push its quarry higher up the ridge, deeper into the forest and closer to full capacity. The company has successfully resisted almost every attempt to regulate its operations, including drawn out enforcement action by Noosa Council. It now proposes to clear habitat situated up a steep 45% gradient hillside, roughly 250 metres above sea level.

With historic approval from Noosa Council, there is little standing in the operator’s way, except for a desperately vocal community and a significant piece of Federal legislation. If Environment Minister Senator Murray Watt approves the referral, Cordwell Resources will be free to proceed, not just with this clearing, but toward realising the so-called “mega quarry” locals feared from the beginning - the full extent of the original approval granted by council decades ago. If completed, it’s believed the quarry face could become the tallest in Queensland.

This is a critical turning point and the most significant since the original quarry approval. If this expansion proceeds, its impacts will extend far beyond the 10 hectares of habitat. It will mark the beginning of a rapid escalation toward full production capacity, a truck through our Hinterland townships every few minutes and lay the groundwork for something even more alarming, a potential extension of the quarry’s development

permit beyond 2033.

Council has repeatedly assured residents that the quarry’s 2033 development permit expiry would mark its end. Now, that promise is faltering. Council has recently stated that if Cordwell Resources succeeds with this EPBC referral, the company may well apply for a permit extension and the Council now says it cannot commit to rejecting it.

What’s more troubling is that this would not trigger a new application process with impact assessment and community consultation. Instead, it would be a continuation of a decades-old, inadequate approval that was never subject to proper scrutiny, community input or current day impact assessments. It would merely extend a flawed and outdated approval into the foreseeable future.

The community would once again be excluded, just as it was during the original approval process and again when the Key Resource Area designation was quietly imposed on the site.

And that speaks to the deeper truth, the system is broken.

It does nothing to protect the wider community or the environment, but everything to serve entrenched economic interests. At every level of government, the regulatory framework surrounding the Kin Kin Quarry has failed.

The State Environmental Authority applies only to the quarry site itself. It contains no provisions to address off-site impacts such as haul-

age, dust, traffic hazards or noise, all routinely endured by surrounding residents. Despite years of complaints, neither the State nor Noosa Council has taken meaningful action to address the significant dust emissions affecting neighbouring properties.

As for OH&S? Quarries are exempt from Workplace Health and Safety Queensland oversight. Instead, they’re regulated by Resources Safety and Health Queensland under outdated mining legislation, and only workers or authorised site personnel are permitted to lodge safety complaints. Local residents, despite living metres from the blasting and heavy machinery, have no right to be heard.

Even our environmental laws offer little refuge. The State Government’s assessment of a previous clearing application determined that no consideration would be given to the koala, as its endangered status came after the original quarry approval. A ruling that utterly ignores the purpose of conservation law.

Then there’s the planning system itself. While ordinary residents are bound by the zoning laws and planning rules of the day, the Kin Kin Quarry continues to operate on a 30 year old development approval, a so-called “zombie DA”, without the constraints of modern assessment standards. This outdated approval remains the foundation for every expansion attempt, every legal defence and every community impact.

What kind of system lets this happen? One that is designed, not to protect communities or ecosystems, but to shield industrial interests from scrutiny and accountability.

Further exacerbating the issue, council’s recent failed court action revealed a troubling factthe council is in a legal bind to regulate the quarry into the future. Due to condition changes granted by council vote in 2016, the quarry no longer must operate ‘in accordance’ with the quarry management plan, rather ‘generally in accordance’. A short sighted decision that has rendered it extremely difficult for council to regulate the quarry effectively in court. So much so, that over $160k in council issued fines were thrown aside by Noosa Council.

Worse still, the EPBC system itself is deeply opaque. Roughly one year ago, a neighbouring farmer stumbled across the referral to clear 10 hectares of habitat, by accident, with only three days remaining for public comment. There was no letterbox notice, no community alert, no signage. Just a quiet listing on a government website.

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Kin Kin Quarry. (Supplied)

Illegal camper crackdown

Thirty-one illegal campers received $322 fines in a weekend enforcement blitz targeting major hotspots.

Noosa Mayor Frank Wilkie said Council’s local laws officers and Queensland Police attended Noosa Spit, Noosa Junction and Noosa National Park as part of the joint agency operation.

“Residents were understandably frustrated with our streets, parks and gardens being used as campgrounds and toilets,” he said.

“I deeply appreciate residents’ patience on this issue that had escalated during the months of protected industrial action.

“Our team is back working in partnership with the QPS to address illegal camping and provide referrals and support for those who are genuinely homeless.”

Development and Regulation Director Richard MacGillivray said information from the community about where illegal campers were congregating had helped guide the weekend blitz.

“While we undertake patrols all over the shire, the weekend’s joint operation with QPS concentrated on the major problem areas of Noosa Spit, Noosa National Park and Lanyana Way at Noosa Junction,” he said.

“Recently most of the complaints we’ve received about illegal camping have been in relation to these locations,” he said.

Mr MacGillivray said officers issued 31 - $322 infringement notices.

“We will continue to conduct joint operations

with Queensland Police targeting problem areas in addition to our own ongoing patrols across the shire,” he said.

Mr MacGillivray said Council was aware of other problem areas across the shire including along the eastern beaches and near the Noosa River, which upcoming enforcement efforts will target - both Council’s regular patrols and jointly with QPS.

“We have a number of purpose-built campgrounds across the shire with current capacity to

accommodate campervans, where travellers can park overnight and access barbecues, rubbish bins, toilet and shower facilities,” he said.

“Our carparks and streets were never intended for use as camping areas.

“Campervan travellers planning to stay overnight on Noosa’s streets and carparks are on notice to expect a $322 fine, which is much more than they’d pay for a night at one our campgrounds.”

Mr MacGillivray said some people camping in

vehicles were not travellers, but local people left homeless by the recent housing crisis and other challenging circumstances.

“In these instances, our staff exercise compassion and wherever possible our staff will assist with referrals to state support services that may be able to provide temporary accommodation and other support.”

Mayor Wilkie said Council took the community’s concerns about illegal camping very seriously and other measures to help tackle the issues, including the introduction of further signage, plus harsher fines were among future measures being considered.

How will the quarry decision define Noosa?

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Unlike Council development applications, EPBC referrals are not subject to public notification requirements. There is no alert system. No one is told. Unless you’re scouring the Federal database every day, you won’t know what’s proposed in your own backyard. Unsurprisingly, the vast majority of EPBC referrals are approved. In fact, a National Audit found that from the commencement of the Act to 30 June 2019, 6,253 proposed actions were referred, 5,088 were approved, and just 21 were refused.

And even now, Cordwell Resources has submitted a “variation plan” to change the referral, a significant amendment that will not be made public until after it is assessed by the Department. In other words, changes to a nationally significant environmental application are being reviewed without any public visibility or right of response.

Despite this stacked process, our community fought back. In just three days, we mobilised over 100 submissions, including from leading environmental organisations, MPs, Senators and the wider community. For the past year we have continued to campaign and have also submitted a Federal e-petition with approximately two thousand signatures against the proposal.

But now we stand at the final gate. The decision by Minister Watt will determine whether this expansion goes ahead, whether this habitat lives or dies and whether Cordwell Resources gets one step closer to operating at capacity.

The future of Noosa Hinterland will be decided by July 15th 2025.

It will also determine what kind of legacy we leave for the next generation of Noosa residents. One defined by environmental degradation and regulatory cowardice, or one where the system is finally held to account.

Noosa has fought hard to protect its coast

and national parks, now we must fight for the Hinterland. Kin Kin is part of our Biosphere, our community and our story. If we allow this destructive expansion to proceed, we risk losing more than habitat, we risk eroding the very values that define Noosa. We must speak up, as we have so many times before, and demand better.

The environment doesn’t stop at the coastline and neither should our defence of it.

We need every Noosa resident to write to

the Environment Minister Hon Murray Watt and call on him to reject the proposal under the EPBC Act, deem it a controlled action requiring full assessment and release all variation plans submitted by Cordwell Resources.

• Referral Number: 2023/09594

• Project Name: “Kin Kin Quarry vegetation clearing for ongoing operation”

• Email: minister.watt@dcceew.gov.au

In a weekend blitz 31 fines were issued to illegal campers. (Supplied)

Noosa Council and Queensland Police officers target illegal campers in Noosa Spit, Noosa Junction and National Park.

Habitat earmarked for clearing. (Supplied)

Wise talking and walking

By Margie Maccoll

Born from simple Friday morning walks along the Noosa River, Walk with Wisdom has created a place for residents for genuine conversation, connection, and growth and last month developed into a presentation where participants took to the stage to deliver talks emanating from the walks.

It was a full house at Noosa Arts Theatre when eight regular walkers including the four founders of Walk with Wisdom, Nikki Ind, Tony Crossin, Paul Francis and Michael Hunt, delivered their Talks with Wisdom at the event which also raised money for Noosa Coolum Salvation Army.

Nikki Ind told the audience how two years ago she and three friends, coaches in their own right, Tony Crossin, Paul Francis and Michael Hunt started walking together, helping each other through quite difficult times, then found they were learning more about themselves and wondered if other people would like to join them.

Nikki said Walk with Wisdom, the river walks which now culminate each week in a participant giving a talk, delivers the six basic human needs as outlined by psychologist Tony Robbins.

The needs involve certainty in the walk occurring each week, variety from engaging with different people, significance as they all mean something to each other, connection with each other, growth which is promoted through discussion and talks, and contribution which they each make to the walks.

Connection was the theme that carried through the individual talks on the night from the four founding members and other guests Matt Golinski, Lisa Murnane, Mal Macdonald and Sandy Bolton, as they were introduced by emcee Stacey McCray.

Being more accustomed to speaking behind a chef’s table Matt Golinski took one on stage, creating a dish from a filleted salmon as he told the audience how making people happy had become “a really important part” of his life.

Matt said he had learnt as a child that cooking for others could make them happy. Being a chef was something he had always wanted to be and still does.

To avoid speaking of the tragic fire that claimed his wife and three daughter about 13 years ago and left him with extensive burns, Matt simply said, everyone knows what happened to me.

“When I woke up (in hospital) and realised where I was and what had happened, my first reaction was resentment to doctors - how dare you keep me alive,” he said.

But after a couple of weeks his dad and sister brought him garbage bags of cards and letters with messages of kindness from strangers.

“What got me through all that was the fact I was receiving all this love and kindness from people I didn’t even know. People I worked with were doing all this chef stuff,” he said.

“I read a study recently about how when someone’s kind to you it boosts your immune

system, reduces blood pressure. If you do something kind for someone else it reduces blood pressure and boosts the immune system. It’s quite selfish, I get a boosted immune system by being kind to someone else.

“I could have gone through the last 12-13 years being angry but I’ve decided to choose bad things happen to everyone but there is also heaps of beauty around us.”

Walks with Wisdom has helped Lisa Murnane discover that speaking up when you’re feeling down can reduce stress and help you build better connections.

“If you’ve ever thought the need to put on a brave face when you’re struggling on the inside that’s most of us,” she told the audience.

“The truth is putting on a brave face comes at a cost. I was bullied all through school. I felt embarrassed, humiliated. I would slide deeper and deeper into depression, I would spend nights thinking of suicide, I felt so alone, trauma is an emotional wound, if it doesn’t heal, can fester, leave a scar you carry through life. That happened to me.

“Speaking up can reduce the emotional spirals in our heads. When we talk about emotions, that’s a release valve.

“When we share our stories we invite others to do the same.”

The final talk of the evening came from Noosa MP Sandy Bolton.

“I know you’ve heard a lot about connectivity tonight,” she said.

“My family was very disconnected. I come from a long linage of poverty and hardship. My family were farmers, self taught, lost all to floods, men to the wars. My grandmother was sent away to an asylum when postnatal depression wasn’t understood.

“Those children were farmed out as labourers, housekeepers. My mother was one of them.

“My mother was a product of not having a mother, a father and disconnected from siblings. She was quite amazing. She ran away, took herself to Sydney to night school to learn, to get a job. Everything was about how to get through the day, how to sustain.

“I grew up in that environment.

“I ended up at age of 18 the only female running a pub in western suburbs of Sydney. By 19 I’d purchased my own house.

“By time I was 21 I was burnt out. I took a backpack, took off.”

Sandy told how she ended up in Mataranka where she met her then-husband and found herself on a remote million-acre property.

“My early life took me on a journey where I learnt the importance of relations and connectivity which requires you to share. Sharing’s hard. There’s a lot of vulnerability that occurs, especially in the role that I do. But actually sharing is one of the most empowering things for yourself and it gives you freedom.”

Find out more about Walk with Wisdom at meetup.com/noosa-walk-with-wisdom/

Talk with Wisdom speakers with MC Stacey McCray.

Pointing a finger of blame

By Donna Jones

“The root of the issue isn’t just inflation or global factors — it’s a supply collapse, made worse by government policy,“ said a spokesperson for the Property Club recently.

Drawing on figures from the latest Salvation Army Red Shield Report, the spokesperson said the report paints a disturbing picture of life for many Australians.

“This isn’t just a poverty crisis — it’s a structural failure,“ they said, pointing to the report highlighting that 93 per cent of people seeking help are struggling to afford basics like food and housing, 52 per cent are skipping meals, 24 per cent eat expired food to survive, 21 per cent live without electricity, and 47 can’t afford vital medication.

They also cited falling building approvals as a contributing factor.

“In February 2024, national building approvals dropped to just 12,407, numbers not seen since the 1980s, despite a population that’s 60 per cent larger today.

“By April 2025, another 5.7 per cent drop was recorded, a clear and worrying trend,“ they said.

The third nail in the coffin for housing affordability is the plummeting vacancy rates, with the Property Club stating the national rental vacancy rate was just 1.2 per cent in May of this year.

“In Brisbane, it was just 0.9 per cent, placing immense pressure on renters and driving prices higher.“

“Australia now faces a shortfall of at least 900,000 affordable rental properties — mostly older, lower-cost apartments that have been neglected or lost through policy failure,“ the club said.

There were three situations in particular that the Property Club says made housing affordability worse, all under the banner of Liberal Party leadership.

The first, they said, was in 1999 with Capital Gains Tax (CGT) changes.

“The introduction of a 50 per cent CGT discount under Howard, when combined with inflation, discouraged long-term property holding.

“Instead, it incentivised short-term flipping.“

The next problem came in 2015 with the APRA lending restrictions.

“APRA doubled investor borrowing costs under Liberal direction, pushing out around 40,000 investors each year,“ the club said.

“This drained private rental stock and stalled upgrades to older homes.“

The final policy issues the Property Club has all stemmed from the 2017 Morrison Budget, where depreciation restrictions were imposed, bank levies were passed onto landlords and developers were penalised with a tax on unsold stock.

“The cumulative effect: reduced returns, higher holding costs, and a disincentive to build or maintain affordable housing,“ said the spokesperson.

The current housing crisis is the result of these policies.

“Fewer investors mean fewer rental homes.

“Stricter policies reduce incentives to renovate or supply affordable housing.

“Tax changes push up rents and make affordable supply less viable.

“We’re now seeing affordable rentals disappear while high-end developments dominate.

“Every day Australians are being squeezed by short-sighted, bureaucratic decisions,“ the club said.

scrap developer penalties for unsold stock, incentivise affordable renovations, offer triple tax deductions for four years on upgrades - as Keating once did, provide extra deductions for additional bedrooms created, focus on bringing 900,000 underused rentals back into the market, rebuild the Workforce, prioritise skilled trades in the immigration program, especially for construction and services, cut red tape, mandate 7-day turnaround times for compliant development applications, streamline planning laws for redevelopment and infill sites,“ it said.

“This is not a market failure — it’s a policy failure.

The Property Club says the solution is to reverse the damage, with a host of proposals all designed to bring in more investors.

“Reverse the 2015 and 2017 Policies, restore full depreciation on existing properties, remove APRA constraints that restrict investor lending,

“The solution lies in reversing damaging decisions, encouraging investment and construction, and prioritising affordable housing over ideology.

“Until this happens, more Australians will be denied the most basic human right: a safe and secure home,“ the Property Club said.

On The Soapbox

Noosa MP Sandy Bolton

State of play

The 2025-26 State Budget brought some positives, however, also disappointments in the lack of definition and vision as to how we will move to a truly sustainable state, where households are not reliant on rebates, subsidies and government handouts to afford the basics of everyday living, including a home.

With Australia deemed as one of the wealthiest countries in the world, serious reform including to our taxation systems must be a priority, as well policies that are founded on population growth which from all accounts is adding to the duress. As outlined last week, the positives for Noosa included nearly half a billion in confirmed funds for the Lake Macdonald Dam Improvement Project, construction timelines for the Pomona pedestrian crossing and the new Noosa River boating infrastructure, detailed design for the next stages of the Tewantin Bypass with a construction commencement date for 2028/29 that makes no sense.

Hence, we have scheduled a meeting with Transport and Main Roads (TMR) and Noosa Council to understand why as well to get some clarity on the rationale for a change in the QTRIP format, which led to an inability to identify where the committed $30m towards construction is.

The shortfalls for Noosa included the lack of fairer funding models for our palliative care hospices including our Katie Rose Cottage who we fought for accreditation funding to access government contracts, and most recently unsuccessfully for 50 per cent of nursing costs instead of the current 25 per cent. With the palliative care strategy coming to an end this year, may the state govern-

ment see the importance of our community models and increase this funding, which is more economical and preferred than a hospital bed, and for the federal government to accommodate their current requests.

In addition, a lack of construction funding for the Advanced Manufacturing Hub for Sunshine Beach State High School, Noosa Tigers and Dolphins, as well Noosa Council projects which I trust is somewhere in the upcoming sports facilities grants and have already submitted questions to the Sports Minister.

Of concern was funding for a Sunshine Coast Waterways Authority incorporating Noosa and given this has never been raised from anyone in our community, last parliament I submitted a Question on Notice (QON) for the rationale. In addition, a letter to Dan (Purdie) our police minister as to why listed as Number 1 in the ‘Sunshine Coast Budget Highlights’ document is a Safe Night Precinct for Hastings Street, which from our understanding was not applied for, nor is supported by stakeholders including Noosa Council, Hastings St Association (HSA) or our police. We have requested the $450,000 allocated instead be transferred to what has continually been sought, and that is for overtime for extra police during key identified times in the Noosa electorate where alcohol fuelled violence is an issue, instead of as has been occurring, ‘specials’ paid for by Noosa Council and HSA.

With Budget Papers that require a major overhaul, as they are ‘clear as mud’, we are currently preparing for the Estimate Hearings which attempt to dig through that ‘mud’ to get clarity.

Glass

1. Recycled into new glass bottles or crushed and turned into a glass sand product

2.Glass sand is sold as a sand substitute and used in road construction & infrastructure projects

Metals

1. Steel & aluminium graded and compressed into bales

2. Aluminium sold overseas

3. Steel reprocessed in Australia as well as sold overseas

What happens to items in your yellow lid recycle bin?

Recycling bins are sent to the Re. Group Materials Recovery Facility at Nambour

Paper and cardboard

1. Compressed into bales, shredded, mixed with water and turned into pulp

2.Pulp transformed into toilet rolls, egg cartons, and packaging.

3. Reprocessed in Australia as well as sold overseas.

Plastics

1. Sorted by type, size and shape, then compressed into bales.

2.Bales are washed, shredded into pellets and then melted for new products.

3.Transformed into drink bottles, clothing, garden tools and furniture.

4.Reprocessed in Australia as well as sold overseas.

Recycling placed in plastic bags is the biggest source of contamination. About 15-20% of what we recycle ends up in landfill because it’s contaminated. 15-20%

Noosa MP Sandy Bolton. (Supplied)

In a recent response to our QON, the Premier confirmed work has commenced on reforms for the estimates process, however, the only change so far is that the Speaker and Deputy Speaker will act as Chairs, which as I said with no disrespect to either, is not what was sought, which was for independent chairs, and not as previously, government Members of Parliament (MPs).

There is also no avenue for MPs to lodge official QONs to the various committee portfolios, nor extension of time allocations for crossbench questions during the hearings. Given there are many outstanding questions on a wide range of budget items, we have done as previously, and sent to the various committees, even though not ‘allowed’. These include on local items such as the Noosa Hospital and alternate schooling which incorporates flexi and special needs, as well broader Queensland matters such as tax relief, policing, youth justice and co-responder teams, community and government housing, support for businesses, families and our environment, and much more.

We look forward to updating once the hearings have been completed and our questions answered! For the Budget 2025/26 update and links, head to sandybolton.com/budget-2025-26-summary

• Now to some local updates, with more information on all via Noosa 360 at SandyBolton.com/ Noosa360

Teewah Airfield

With concerns raised this month and a petition launched regarding the transition of this airfield to National Park last year, we have followed up again with the relevant recreation clubs as well the new government, who provided reassurance in December 2024 regarding the steering committee that was established to work with the clubs and Noosa Council directly regarding future options.

Given conflicting views on the importance of this site for fire and disaster management, we have scheduled a meeting to get clarity as government had previously responded that this site is not an official staging or evacuation site due to its access issues, lack of reticulated water and being surrounded by volatile heath vegetation with potential for entrapment. We have also sent a request to the Minister for Environment that any concerns raised including on consultation be investigated and that results from the 2023 survey be provided, and to ensure a satisfactory outcome for our community and first responder users.

Doonella Street Housing Project

In response to my question in parliament, the Minister for Housing confirmed that the government is progressing this project, which includes 32 new social and affordable units, with a projected forecast completion date by mid-2027. With the government announcing downsizing incentives, we have called out to solo residents in family-sized government tenancies to get in contact with the Department of Housing to discuss their situation to access these incentives, thereby freeing up needed homes, by calling 5352 7333.

In addition, requested of government that once this process has been completed, for any excess units or homes be transferred to community housing management so that they can be accessed by our worker families, as well any current government tenants who will be impacted by the recently announced eligibility checks that commenced 1 July.

We have reiterated again the crucial need to review eligibility income thresholds, which have not changed since 2006, with the government responding that they are testing methodologies and consulting stakeholders before finalising changes. We do not want any in our community impacted by outdated criteria, hence the importance of transferring management of government

owned homes to community housing providers to offset the impacts from eligibility checks done under outdated and out of touch thresholds.

Lake Macdonald Dam Improvement Project

The dam upgrade has progressed from completion of the coffer dam to the major construction phase. During this time, there will be an increase in traffic around Lake Macdonald and information, including efforts to minimise construction and heavy haulage impacts, expected truck volumes, monitoring of speeds and compliance, as well how to report non-compliance and road repairs, is available on Noosa 360 at sandybolton. com/?s=lake+macdonald

Seatbelts on School Buses

Regarding school bus route 5838 that travels the Bruce Highway, where a bus with seatbelts installed was replaced with a newer bus without, we requested a bus with them. In response, the Minister stated that the bus currently operating was compliant with current legislation and Australian Design Rules (ADR) but committed to monitoring the matter. This situation must be rectified as soon as possible to alleviate understandable community concerns, and we have also written to the Federal Minister for Transport outlining the situation and requesting that it be considered when the ADR are next reviewed.

Noosa MP Grants

We saw some more of our Noosa MP Grants in action this month with the launch of Plastic Free Noosa’s new project turning those pesky bottle tops polluting our beaches and waterways into awesome ‘Noosafied’ products like wax combs and pens. The Noosa Chorale was elevated to new heights, literally, with the purchase of new choir risers, which helped everyone shine at their recent ‘Armed Man’ concert. Funds also helped Walk with Wisdom prepare for their charity event where speakers demonstrated that wisdom comes from living, not just learning, with all pro-

ceeds going to our Noosa Coolum Salvos. More next month!

To finish, as I mentioned in my Budget in Reply speech, doing a budget at any level of government is difficult, and I always thank our state Treasurers, regardless of their ‘colour’ as despite what is delivered, it is never deemed ‘enough’. Again, we must ask why given we are such a wealthy country.

The answer is in a multitude of policies, vested interests and yes, our own push to have access to the best of everything, whether medical, schools or ‘things’. This feeds into the government’s economic growth rationale that to get these, we need a certain volume of taxpayers, hence population. Interestingly I happened upon a ‘Barefoot Alliance’ meeting regarding koalas, hosted by Australian of the Year Claire Smith in the CWA rooms at Tewantin, where she connected the demise of what Australia is known for including koalas, with our own push for economic growth which is needed via immigration to provide more taxpayers.

Importantly, she stressed that we need to end the narrative that speaking against immigration is being racist, as it is not.

These discussions are important as they are about our sustainability Australia wide and given in Noosa we have raised for decades the importance of sustainable capacity, it is good to see that this is being recognised in other realms for what it is, and not as previously portrayed as being ‘anti’ everything! Something for all of us to ponder over our cuppas is when is ‘enough, enough’? and whether ‘more is actually better’. Ultimately what is sought by the majority is what parties will deliver to obtain votes and government, and the question is, are you for ‘more’?

• As always, call my office on 53193100 if any questions, or email us noosa@parliament.qld. gov.au

On The Soapbox

Councillor Amelia Lorentson

Raising up local voices

In local government, one of the most effective ways to respond to community concerns and shape Council direction is through a notified motion.

Unlike regular agenda items developed by Council administration, notified motions are initiated by councillors, often in direct response to what we hear from residents. Once supported by a majority, they become formal resolutions, directing action, resources, and future planning. Over the past 18 months, I have brought a number of these motions to Council, including:

• A comprehensive audit of accessible parking.

• Advocacy for improved boating infrastructure.

• Increased support for Plastic Free Noosa.

• Progressing an investigation into a trial of remote rescue equipment at unpatrolled beaches

These motions reflect my belief that local government must remain open to community ideas, willing to ask tough questions, and focused on real-world solutions. Here’s a snapshot of the motions I’ve brought forward and where they now stand.

Accessible Parking: Inclusion by Design (June 2025) Council recently supported my motion to request a report on the cost and scope of auditing all Council-owned mobility (accessible) parking spaces across Noosa Shire, to be considered in the 2025/26 budget deliberations. While it may seem like a routine step, this audit has real significance for many community members.

With over 3,000 residents requiring daily mobility support and an ageing population—now

about 20 per cent aged 65 or older—accessible parking demand is growing. However, many bays are reported to be too narrow, poorly located, or often occupied by non-permit holders. The current standard of one accessible bay per 100 regular spaces often doesn’t meet real needs, especially in busy areas.

Importantly, the audit will include consultation with people who rely on these bays daily, ensuring their lived experience informs future improvements and helps answer key questions:

• Are these bays located where they are truly needed?

• Do they meet real-world needs, rather than simply ticking legal boxes?

While this motion doesn’t yet commit Council to upgrades, it sets the groundwork for evidencebased investment and smarter infrastructure design.

Boating Infrastructure: Meeting Local Demand (October 2024)

A motion I brought to Council requested updates on the 2022 Boating Infrastructure Feasibility Study and progress on funding. The response confirmed that the $2.5 million pledged by the LNP has been secured.

That’s welcome news, but demand is still outpacing supply. With nearly 5,000 registered trailer boats in Noosa and only 38 designated trailer parks and four functional ramp lanes, the system is under strain, especially during weekends and holidays.

This infrastructure isn’t just for tourists—it’s critical for local families and recreational fishers. Without action, congestion, safety issues, and community frustration will only grow. Continued

planning and advocacy will be vital.

Plastic Free Noosa: Reducing Waste at the Source (June 2025)

This motion aimed to scale up support for Plastic Free Noosa—a voluntary, community-led initiative helping local businesses reduce singleuse plastics, especially takeaway coffee cups.

This is not about bans or penalties. It’s about education, collaboration and practical support— tools like mug libraries, shared cup systems, compostable options, and waste-reduction strategies tailored to local operators.

In 2023, Noosa collected over 2500 tonnes of public bin waste—much of it non-recyclable. With landfill capacity shrinking across Queensland, reducing waste at the source is no longer optional—it’s core Council business.

This motion also builds on the momentum following Ex-Cyclone Alfred, which left our beaches littered with microplastics. It reflects strong community concern, aligns with feedback from Council’s Waste Reduction Strategy, the draft Destination Management Plan, the Green Economy Industry Development Plan—and is perfectly timed as we head into Plastic Free July.

Noosa Junction: Balancing Growth with Amenity (October 2024)

Concerns have grown around noise, anti-social behaviour and live music restrictions in Noosa Junction—especially as the precinct continues to develop and attract nightlife.

A motion was brought to Council calling for the exploration of a precinct management framework that balances the needs of residents with those of local businesses and venues. A report now before Council examines models such as the

Business Improvement District (BID)—a structure used globally to manage shared-use areas, improve safety, and support economic vibrancy.

If supported, the next step will involve consultation with stakeholders to gauge local appetite for this approach. The goal is a precinct that’s both lively and liveable—where residents are not only consulted, but recognised as active participants in shaping the outcome.

Remote Rescue Equipment: Supporting Beach Safety (September 2024)

Another motion progressed the investigation of a trial of remote life-rings and rescue tubes at unpatrolled beaches. These low-cost, passive devices could offer vital help in emergency situations while broader water safety measures continue to be developed.

Council is now working through the next steps of this investigation. With Noosa’s coastline attracting thousands of locals and visitors each year, exploring affordable, practical safety tools is a smart and potentially life-saving investment.

In Closing

Each of these initiatives was brought to Council by me through the notified motion process. All were grounded in community feedback and aimed at making Noosa more inclusive, more sustainable, and more responsive to local needs.

That’s what democracy looks like. Notified motions ensure residents have a direct line into the Council chamber, and that your concerns— no matter how big or small—have a seat at the table.

(This article reflects my personal views and does not represent the official position of Noosa Council.)

Surf cam needed

I have asked Noosa Council that they have their own free surf cam. It can show shore dumps and have brief water safety advice for kids and tourists.

Also with the crocodile in the Mary River.. I knew about him months and months ago, plus what he was eating? and who was feeding him? I told Noosa Council. But removing the crocodile means he will still be needed!

A Noosa-owned, free surf cam can warn swimmers about the Irukandji jelly fish now down to Fraser and any ocean croc.

After all human swimmers have far less chance with a saltie than they would with a shark ( Hammerheads eat rays).

Patricia Balderstone, Noosa

Stars in their eyes

Is it true that our ex- PM of Many Ministries who set up the AUKUS deal for many imaginary submarines now wants a Cape York space race deal in partnership with the USA’s NASA of the Mad King’s empire? Just asking will this ‘biggliest deal’ be named U-SUKA?

Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach

Pokies alternative

I’ve been a member of licensed clubs for many years and enjoyed their services as community hubs. However, I’ve had qualms that my enjoyment has been subsidised by people who can least afford problem gambling losses on the pokies.

We know the resulting financial stress can lead to family breakdown, with kids doing without the essentials when addicted parents can’t hold down jobs, become depressed, frustrated, and violent, or convicted of fraud to feed their habit.

No amount of signage saying ‘gamble responsibly’ really makes a significant inroad into a major problem in our community.

There must be better pathways for our clubs to foster community connection, employ local staff, provide good value food, beverages, and entertainment, as well as make charitable contributions to local worthy causes by transitioning from

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a pokie-dependent business model.

Interstate, some clubs have moved to using their well-located land assets to build tourist accommodation, kindergartens, retirement and aged care facilities, plus desperately needed affordable housing through using these alternative revenue streams while doing public good.

To hasten the transition, the ACT Government has successfully trialled a voluntary scheme for clubs and pubs where they are paid $15,000 for each poker machine they withdraw and $20,000 per machine for eliminating them at their venue. Already, 300 gaming machines have been surren-

Wheelchair friendly personalised transport service, as well as mobility scooters

Cater for the elderly and/or disabled at very competitive rates

Our friendly driver will come to your home or preferred location and deliver a safe, comfortable ride to wherever you need to go

Servicing the greater Noosa area, as far as the SCUH and Nambour Hospitals, as well as the Sunshine Coast Airport\

All drivers are Dept of Transport certified with all the necessary insurances and are even vetted by the Australian Federal Police

Booking your trip in advance enables us to offer a very quick and reliable service

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dered from across 28 venues, and 2 venues have gone completely pokie-free.

Looking to avoid pokie problems in newly developing areas, the ACT government is cooperating with the clubs, encouraging them to set up in new estates on the understanding that poker machines will never be installed.

While the Queensland Government is raking in gambling taxes, there is an avenue for it to be courageous enough to reinvest in partnering with clubs and pubs willing to transition to alternative revenue streams.

Can we as a community go beyond moralistic

tut-tutting and hypocritical handwringing to support politicians willing to create voluntary pathways to sustainable alternative business models, avoiding the tragic family fallout from poker machine addiction?

Surely this is a better investment of our taxes than funding programs to try and pick up the pieces after the damage continues to be done, and spending millions on ineffective TV ads and token signage.

Garry Reynolds, Peregian Springs

Noosa and Birtinya

Chris Smith captured this stunning image on a perfect winter’s day, on the Alexandria Bay walk. If you have a Lenscape please email it to newsdesk@ noosatoday.com.au

DELIVERING QUEENSLAND’S TOURISM FUTURE

TourismisabigpartofwhatmakesQueensland amazing–fromtheReeftotherainforests, theoutbacktotheocean.That’swhythenew QueenslandGovernmentisdeliveringour state’stourismfuture.

Creatingecotourismexperiences inouruniquenaturalenvironment

Connectingourregionsbyroad, rail,airandsea

Attractingeventsfeaturingthe world’sbiggestnamesinmusic, art,sportandculture

Search‘Destination2045’to findoutwhatitmeansforyou.

Destination2045

Authorised by the Queensland Government, William Street, Brisbane.

Concours’ brings elegance

From page 1

• 1985 Ferrari 288 GTO a legendary, limited-production supercar, renowned for its blend of performance and rarity. It was Ferrari’s response to the Group B rally series and features a twinturbocharged V8 engine producing 400 horsepower. Only 272 were built, making this one of the most sought-after Ferraris in the world.

• 1961 Maserati 3500 GT Vignale Spyder a rare and highly sought-after classic car, with only 242 examples ever produced. This convertible grand tourer was a seminal vehicle for Maserati, as the company’s first successful attempt at the Gran Turismo market and series production.

• 1973 Porsche 917/30 - is widely regarded as one of the most legendary and dominant race cars in motorsport history. Developed for the fearsome Can-Am (Canadian American Challenge Cup) series, the 917/30 featured a turbocharged flat-12 engine producing over 1,100 horsepower, making it one of the most powerful race cars ever built. Engineered with lightweight construction, advanced aerodynamics, and staggering performance, the 917/30 overwhelmed the competition, leading to Porsche’s complete dominance of the 1973 Can-Am season. Its unmatched speed and engineering excellence have earned it a lasting place in racing lore. All vehicles are held in private collections, making this an exceptionally rare opportunity for the public to access these classic cars of historical significance. This year, the event will also assemble a rare and highly coveted collection of supercars from the 1990s through to 21st century, representing the pinnacle of performance and design. That display will include the iconic Jaguar XJ220, Pagani Huayra, McLaren 750S Spider Triple Crown, and more. Last year’s winner of the Best in Show Award, the 1938 Bugatti Type 57C Aravis Special, will also make a special appearance at the event in 2025, alongside the official display.

These rare and classic automotive masterpieces will also be showcased alongside the latest cutting-edge models from a range of luxury automotive brands including Aston Martin, Bentley, BMW, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, Range Rover, and more.

“We are thrilled that the Noosa Concours

d’Elegance, now in its third year, continues to attract the best and most valuable collection of rare and classic cars from around the country.

This year’s exceptional multi-million-dollar display will feature rare and classic cars from 1905 through to the modern-day masterpieces of 2025,” said Ben Orton, President, Hastings Street Association.

“We are proud to see this internationally awardwinning event continue to grow in prestige and popularity with the extraordinary support of our community, event participants, and sponsors. We look forward to welcoming automotive enthusiasts from near and far to Hastings Street in Noosa for

this unique, must-see, luxury lifestyle event.“

The event is presented by the Hastings Street Association with the support of founding partner Tom Offerman Real Estate and major partner Qatar Executive.

Prestige Car Partners include Bentley Brisbane, Coastline BMW, Lamborghini Brisbane, Maserati Brisbane, Mercedes-Benz Sunshine Coast, Pacific Land Rover and Porsche Centre Brisbane.

While some events are ticketed, the main Noosa Concours display is free for attendees.

For more information, visit noosaconcours. com.au

Noosa Concours D’Elegance rolls in Hastings Street in 2024. (Supplied)

Noosa Concours delivers classic cars, entertainment and delicious food. (Supplied)

Spectators crowd Hastings Street for a closer look at the exquisite car lineup. (Supplied)

Multi-million dollars worth of privately owned cars drive into Noosa. (Supplied)

Crowds watch on as the 2024 Noosa Concours exits Hastings Street. (Supplied)

NOOSA CONCOURS

FREE EVENT FROM 10:30AM TO 5PM

SATURDAY 19TH JULY • HASTINGS STREET, NOOSA

On Saturday, 19 July 2025, Hastings Street will be transformed into an open-air gallery of automotive excellence, showcasing an extraordinary collection of rare and prestigious vehicles. Over 28 iconic marques will be on display - including Bentley, Bugatti,Aston Martin, Porsche, Maserati, McLaren, Mercedes-Benz, Lamborghini, Rolls-Royce, Jaguar, and Ferrari - offering a breathtaking celebration of design, heritage, and engineering.

Beyond the cars, enjoy live music, a fashion show and curated displays, all set against the stunning backdrop of Hastings Street.

THE MASTERS OF MOTORING

Don’t miss the Restoration Q&A hosted by Mark Beretta, where passionate restorers share the stories behind their incredible vehicles. Wander Concours Lane where our event partners bring the day to life with interactivedisplays.

COMPLIMENTARY SHUTTLE BUS AND HALF-PRICE FERRY

Thanks to our friends at Noosa Ferry, cruise intoNoosaConcours,arrivinginstylewithhalfpricetickets,Saturday19Julyonly.

Enjoy the free shuttle bus between Hastings Street and the Noosa Tigers AFL Ground, running from 8.00am to 5.30pm, proudly supported by Bendigo Community Bank Tewantin-Noosa.

FULL PROGRAM AVAILABLE HERE

DINING EXPERIENCES

Experience the perfect blend of luxury motoring and gourmet dining at Noosa Concours. Indulge in a program of exquisite restaurant lunches, light bites and dinners alongHastingsStreet.

On the Soapbox

Barry Cotterell, PBCA President Sustainable funding plea

When Noosa Council finally releases its DestinationManagementPlan(DMP)itshouldannounce a commitment to a bold and future-focused funding plan to support its implementation, thereby cementing the Shire’s commitment to becoming a national leader in regenerative tourism and environmental stewardship.

The funding framework should set out a range of innovative, diversified funding sources that will allow the Council, residents and other stakeholders to deliver key projects while protecting the region’s unique natural and cultural values.

Noosa’s success as a destination depends on the health of our environment and the wellbeing

of our community. The DMP needs to ensure that every dollar we invest in tourism will contribute to regeneration, not degradation.

Key features of the funding plan should Include:

• Tourism Sustainability Levy: A proposed $510 per night levy on visitor accommodation, with all proceeds reinvested into environmen-

tal protection, sustainable transport, and local stewardship initiatives.

• Vehicle Access and Permit System: A booking and fee-based system for high-demand areas like Noosa National Park, Hastings Street and the eastern beaches villages reducing congestion and restoring tranquility to key visitor spots. However, residents and registered longstay visitors should be exempt from visitor parking fees.

• Public-Private Partnerships: Encouraging coinvestment by tourism operators, Traditional Owners, and landholders in stewardship agreements and cultural tourism initiatives.

• State and Federal Grants: Targeted applications to programs supporting sustainable infrastructure, biodiversity conservation, and Indigenous tourism development.

• Environmental Finance Tools: The use of green bonds and carbon credit projects to fund nature-based solutions, such as creek restoration and habitat recovery.

• Community-Led Regeneration Fund: A $1 million seed investment to support local projects that deliver real climate, cultural, and community benefits.

Estimated project costings

As part of the announcement, the Council should release a set of indicative costings to demonstrate its transparent and staged approach to implementation. Key investments could include:

• $1.2M–$2M for a low-emission visitor shuttle service trial.

• $500,000 per year for dune and creek habitat restoration.

• $300,000–$600,000 for Indigenous cultural tourism co-designed with Traditional Owners.

• $400,000–$700,000 to pilot a circular economy visitor precinct.

These figures are only estimates, but they give some idea of the financial commitment required. Community and industry collaboration essential

The funding model should be governed by a proposed Stewardship Oversight Committee, chaired by the Mayor, and made up of community representatives, a Kabi Kabi representative, Tourism Noosa and the Noosa Biosphere, National Parks Qld and the State Government including the Member for Noosa and other stakeholders. Noosa Council staff should provide the secretariat.

The role of the Stewardship Committee would be to supervise and guide, and where necessary, through the Mayor, direct the implementation of the DMP and to report quarterly to Council and to the community on the basis of the Key Performance Indicators.

This approach should reflect the community desire for tourism to give back more than it takes. This mechanism will allow Noosa Council to put in place the financial and governance structures to make that happen, transparently and inclusively.

The DMP should be rolled out in phases, with regular public reporting giving opportunities for community input at every stage.

(Barry Cotterell, a retired Barrister, has a Masters Degree in Public Administration and is a member of the External Reference Group being consulted by Noosa Council on the DMP. He has over 26 years involvement with town planning issues in Noosa and is President of the Peregian Beach Community Association.)

Barry Cotterell.

The Guide

BIG BACKYARD QUIZ

NITV, Saturday, 7.30pm

Putting a deadly spin on the classic comedic panel game show, this entertaining and enlightening quiz made its debut with a one-off special in 2024. Now, hosts Narelda Jacobs and Steven Oliver (both pictured) are firing up the barbie for 10 new episodes. It’s all about Australian history, but not as you were taught it – BigBackyardQuizcelebrates Australian people, culture and history, from a Blak perspective. In Saturday’s premiere, TheMoogaistars Meyne Wyatt and Shari Sebbens serve as team captains while Matt Okine, Nina Oyama, Rhys Nicholson and Emma Holland put their careers on the line in a lighthearted hour of laughs. It’s a breath of fresh air!

THE CROW GIRL

Seven, Sunday, 9.20pm

Based on the Scandinavian novel by Erik Axl Sund, this dark psychological thriller flips the usual Jane Doe script on its head and instead follows the efforts to catch a serial killer who’s brazenly leaving the bodies of young men in bags all over Bristol. DCI Jeanette Kilburn (Eve Myles, Broadchurch) links up with Sophia Craven (Katherine Kelly, pictured), a psychotherapist whose speciality is counselling criminals, to solve the case. As they dig deeper – and grow closer – the unlikely duo begin to uncover a trail that leads to overlooked missing children’s cases tracing back decades. All the while, the body count is increasing and police corruption is rearing its ugly head, but the clues are adding up.

Friday, July 11

ABC TV (2)

PICK OF THE WEEK

MASTERCHEF

AUSTRALIA

10, Monday, 7.30pm

Eliminations never get any easier, but now that we’re in the pointy end of the competition, even one chef’s absence is sorely felt in the MasterChefkitchen. Hopefully,

SBS (3)

SECRET LIVES

DR ANN’S

ABC TV, Tuesday, 8.30pm

Monday’s mystery box cook-off can distract from Sunday’s bittersweet farewell. However, any vampires in the viewership might want to give this one a miss: it’s a garlicky challenge so aromatic you’ll swear you can smell fumes wafting from the TV. But wait,

Self-confessed ‘nature nerd’ Dr Ann Jones (pictured) gets hands on in this new series, which sees the radio host join scientists in the field as they study some of the world’s most elusive – and often most dangerous – animals. Tuesday’s subject sits firmly in the latter camp: it’s the bull shark, a mighty predator that has been known to snack on humans, given half a chance. Bull sharks are fans of the kind of brackish waters you find in rivers by the coast, and at one such river Jones joins Dr Nico Lubitz to tag and track baby bull sharks to see where they go. They’re also out to track the adults, heading to Orpheus Island on the Great Barrier Reef where Jones has a close encounter with a pregnant bull shark.

SEVEN (7)

NINE (8, 9) 6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Poh’s Kitchen. (R) 10.25 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (PG, R) 11.10 Little Disasters. (Mal, R) 12.00

ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Bay Of Fires. (Madv, R) 1.55 Muster Dogs: Collies And Kelpies. (R) 2.55 Love Your Garden. (R) 3.40 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Gardening Australia.

8.30 Patience. (Ma) Patience is questioned by the police.

9.20 Gruen. (R) Presented by Wil Anderson.

9.55 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R) 10.45 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 11.15 ABC Late News.

11.35 Silent Witness. (Mav, R) 12.35 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)

6am Morning Programs. 10.30 France 24. 11.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 5. Highlights. 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 6. Highlights. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 The Point. (R) 3.00 Nula. 3.30 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 6. Highlights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. Presented by Marc Fennell. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Shetland: Scotland’s Wondrous Isles. Looks at TheSwan 8.25 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 7. Saint-Malo to Mur-deBretagne Guerledan. 197km hilly stage. From France. 1.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (R) 2.30 Eva Longoria: Searching For Mexico. (PGa, R) 4.05 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.35 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) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 2.00 House Of Wellness. (PGals, R) 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. 7.30 Football. AFL. Round 18. Gold Coast Suns v Collingwood. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews.

11.15 GetOn Extra. A look at the weekend’s best racing. 11.45 To Be Advised.

1.20 The Disappearance. (Ma, R)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.

there’s more – halfway through the contestants’ allotted 75 minutes, there’s a second mystery box to open. With the top three dishes landing their makers directly in tomorrow’s pressure test where a place in the top six awaits, it’s going to be a “clove” call for the judges.

TEN (5, 1)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: A Slice Of Chicago Romance. (2021, G) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG, R) 5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs.

6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 19. Cronulla Sharks v Dolphins. From Sharks Stadium, Sydney. 9.55 Golden Point. A wrap-up of the Cronulla Sharks versus Dolphins match, with news and analysis. 10.45 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 12. Semi-finals. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 12 Late. Semi-finals. 4.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) Hosted by Ben Shephard. 5.00 Fishing Australia. (R) Presented by Rob Paxevanos. 5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)

6.00 10 News+.

7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.30 House Hunters Australia. A couple are searching for their first home.

8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Mdl, R) Celebrity guests include Paul Mescal. 10.30 10’s Late News. 10.55 10 News+. (R) 11.55 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

6am Morning Programs. 7.20 FBC News. 7.55 France 24 Feature. 8.10 NHK Newsline. 8.40 CBC The National. 9.30 BBC News At Six. 10.00 Mastermind Aust. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 Bamay. 12.55 Over The Black Dot. 1.25 Our Law. 2.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 4.05 WorldWatch. 6.00 If You Are The One. 7.00 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Sex: Made In Germany. 9.25 Sex Unlimited. 10.20 Homeland. 1.20am The Other Fellow. 2.50 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 9.50 Mixmups. 10.10 Daniel Tiger’s. 10.35 Mini Kids. 11.00 Sesame Street. 11.25 Wiggle. 11.55 Thomas And Friends. 12.55pm Mecha Builders. 2.05 Paddington. 2.30 Mister Maker Around The World. 3.00 Play School. 4.00 Andy’s Global Adventures. 4.25 Rocket Club. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.30 Good Game Spawn Point. 7.50 MOVIE: Space Jam: A New Legacy. (2021, PG) 9.50 Robot Wars. 10.50 Late Programs.

9GEM (81, 92)

6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Harry’s Practice. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Medical Emergency. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Discover. 2.30 Weekender. 3.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Better Homes. 5.00 Escape To The Country. 6.00 Bargain Hunt. 7.00 Better Homes. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Bargain Hunt. 12.30am Wildlife ER. 1.30 My Greek Odyssey. 2.30 Medical Emergency. 3.00 Better Homes. 5.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Avengers. 1.00 Yorkshire Auction House. 2.00 World’s Greatest Transportation Marvels. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Beautiful Stranger. (1954, PG) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 MOVIE: Blown Away. (1994, M) 10.00 Wimbledon 2025 Pre-Show. 10.30 Tennis. Wimbledon. Semi-finals. 10.45 Forensics: Catching The Killer. 11.45 The First 48. 12.45am Explore. 1.00 Creflo. 1.30 Late Programs.

7MATE (74) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. Noon MOVIE: The Unknown Country. (2022, PG) 1.30 Artie:

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Golden Girls. Noon MOVIE: Superman Returns. (2006, PG) 3.00 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: Man Of Steel. (2013, M) 10.20 MOVIE: Lucy. (2014, MA15+) 12.05am Seinfeld. 1.05 Supernatural. 3.00 The Nanny: Oy To The World. 3.30 Addams Family. 4.00 Barbie: A Touch Of Magic. 4.30 LEGO Friends: The Next Chapter. 4.50 Bubble’s Hotel. 5.10 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 American Resto. Noon Storage Wars. 12.30 American Pickers. 1.30 Pawn Stars. 2.00 The Car Club. 2.30 Desert Collectors. 3.30 Timbersports. 4.00 Counting Cars. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 AFL: Friday Night Countdown. 7.30 Motorway Patrol. 8.30 MOVIE: The Other Woman. (2014, M) 10.50 MOVIE: Takers. (2010, M) 1.05am American Pickers. 2.00 American Resto. 2.30 Counting Cars. 3.30 The Car Club. 4.00 Motorway Patrol. 5.00 Late Programs.

9GO! (82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. 6.50 Anne Of Green Gables. (2016, PGa) 8.25 A Hard Day’s Night. (1964, PGs) 10.00 War Hunt. (1962, Mav) 11.35 The Legend Of Ben Hall. (2017, Malnv) 2.10pm The Movie Show. 2.45 Rabbit-Proof Fence. (2002, PG) 4.25 The Life And Death Of Colonel Blimp. (1943, PG) 7.30 White Tiger. (2012, Mav, Russian) 9.30 The New Boy. (2023, Mav) 11.40 Sasquatch Sunset. (2024) 1.20am Walkabout. (1971, Maln) 3.15 Bran Nue Dae. (2009, PGlsv) 4.50 Lara. (2019, PGl, German)

In good taste: MasterChef judges

Jean-Christophe Novelli, Sofia Levin, Poh Ling Yeow and Andy Allen.

Saturday, July 12

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 The Assembly. (PG, R) 1.15 Patience. (Ma, R)

2.00 All Creatures Great And Small. (PG, R) 2.50 Last Night Of The Proms. (R)

4.25 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)

4.55 QI. (PGls, R)

6.00 Landline. (R) Hosted by Pip Courtney.

6.30 Australian Story: The River Pt 2 – Franklin River Rescue. (R) The conclusion to the perilous 24-hour mission.

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

7.30 Grantchester. (Mav) A familiar face arrives at the vicarage.

8.20 Midsomer Murders. (Masv, R) Barnaby and Winter investigate when a member of a village watch is murdered.

9.50 Bay Of Fires. (Madv, R) Stella is thrown into a tailspin.

10.40 Little Disasters. (Mal, R) 11.30 Whale Wisdom. (R) 12.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 3pm Play School. 3.30 Octonauts And Operation Deep Freeze. 4.20 Dino Dex. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Octonauts And The Caves Of Sac Actun. 7.00 Andy And The Band. 7.30 Kids Baking C’ship. 8.10 Chopped Jnr. 8.55 Dance Life. 9.45 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.05 Late Programs.

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs.

1.05pm Tales From Zambia. 1.55 Songlines. 2.30 Nula. 3.00 Living Black. 3.30 First Australians. 4.30 Vote Yes For Aborigines. 5.30 Acting Good. (Premiere) 6.40 The Other Side. 7.30 Big Backyard Quiz. (Return) 8.30 MOVIE: The Darkside. (2013, PG) 10.10 Soh Presents: Generations And Dynasties. 11.40 Etched In Bone. 1am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 9.00 DD India News Hour. 10.00 BBC News At Ten. 10.30 France 24. 11.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 6. Highlights. 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 7. Highlights. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Going Places. (PG, R) 4.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 7. Highlights. 5.30 From The Ashes Of World War II. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Travels With Agatha Christie And Sir David Suchet: Canada. (PG) Sir David Suchet recreates Christie’s trip to Canada.

8.25 Emily: I Am Kam. (PG, R) Celebrates the legacy of Emily Kam Kngwarray, Australia’s most significant female artist. 9.35 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 8. Saint-Méen-le-Grand to Laval. 171km flat stage. From France. 1.45 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Mv, R)

2.35 Blue Water Safari. (PGal, R)

4.25 Bamay. (R)

4.55 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R)

5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning

Programs. 2pm Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 4.05 WorldWatch. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 The Secret Genius Of Modern Life. 7.30 Impossible Engineering. 8.30 Cracking The Code. 10.30 UFOs: Investigating The Unknown. 12.20am Addicted Australia. 1.25 Late Programs.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Morning Programs. 12.25pm The New Boy. (2023, Mav) 2.35 Bran Nue Dae. (2009, PGlsv) 4.05 The Movie Show. 4.35 Ride On. (2023, PGa, Mandarin) 6.55 Bicycle Thief. (1948, PG, Italian) 8.30 Harry Brown. (2009, MA15+dlsv) 10.30 La Maison. (2022, MA15+adnsv, German, English, French) 12.10am Late Programs.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 7. Townsville 500. Day 1. Qualifying and support races. 2.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 7. Townsville 500. Day 1. Pre-race and race 21. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Creek To Coast.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 The Great Outdoors. (Return, PG) The team goes skiing in USA’s biggest winter playground and stays in Tasmania’s central highlands.

7.30 MOVIE: Titanic. (1997, Mansv, R) An upper-class and independent young woman falls for a penniless young man aboard the ill-fated ocean liner. Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, Billy Zane.

11.35 To Be Advised.

12.55 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 7. Townsville 500. Day 1. Highlights. 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 It’s Academic. (R) Hosted by Simon Reeve. 5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)

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6am Morning Programs. 12.00 Great Australian Detour. 12.30 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Canberra Raiders v Cronulla Sharks. 2.30 NRLW Wrap. (PG) 3.15 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Round 2. St George Illawarra Dragons v Sydney Roosters. 5.00 News. 5.30 Getaway. (PG)

6.00 9News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE: The Castle. (1997, Ml, R) A family’s life is disrupted. Michael Caton, Sophie Lee.

9.20 MOVIE: Muriel’s Wedding. (1994, Mls, R) A young woman, who dreams of marriage, leaves her small town to find romance in the big city. Toni Collette, Bill Hunter, Rachel Griffiths.

11.30 To Be Advised.

12.30 Wimbledon 2025 Pre-Show.

1.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 13 Late. Women’s final.

4.00 Find My Country House Australia. (PG, R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 GetOn Extra. Noon Horse Racing. Royal Randwick Raceday, Caulfield Winter Race Day and Member Rewards Day. 5.00 Slow Train Through Africa. 6.00 Every Bite Takes You Home. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 1.30am My Greek Odyssey. 2.30 Creek To Coast. 3.00 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 1pm MOVIE: How To Stuff A Wild Bikini. (1965) 3.00 Rugby Union. Hospital Cup. Easts v Souths. 5.00 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. North Qld Cowboys v Knights. 7.00 To The Manor Born. 7.30 MOVIE: The Intern. (2015, M) 9.55 MOVIE: Analyze This. (1999, MA15+) 12.05am Late Programs.

7MATE (74)

6am Morning Programs. 1pm Blokesworld. 1.30 My Road To Adventure. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Aussie Truckers. 3.00 Motor Racing. National Drag Racing C’ship. Top Fuel C’ship. 4.00 Motor MythBusters. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30 Pawn Stars. 9.30 American Pickers. 10.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 11.30 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.55pm Motor Racing. IndyCar Series. Grand Prix of Mid-Ohio. H’lights. 2.00 Surfing Aust. 2.30 Jeopardy! Australia. 3.30 MOVIE: Curse Of The Pink Panther. (1983, PG) 5.45 MOVIE: Doctor Dolittle. (1998, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows: Part 2. (2011, M) 10.05 MOVIE: Nerve. (2016, M) Midnight Late Programs.

Sunday, July 13

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

SEVEN (7) 6am Morning Programs. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 Joanna Lumley’s Danube. (Final, PG, R) 3.15 Nigella Bites. (R) 3.40 Martin Clunes: Islands Of America. (PG, R) 4.40 Walking With Dinosaurs. (Final, PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.30 Compass: Hijacking Adolescence. (PGals) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PGs) Hosted by Adam Hills.

8.00 Bay Of Fires. (Mlv) Mystery Bay’s brief flirtation with happiness ends.

8.55 Little Disasters. (Mal) Jess’ fate hangs in the balance.

9.45 MOVIE: Spear. (2015, Mal, R) A young Aboriginal learns what it means to be a man. Hunter Page-Lochard. 11.05 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (Ml, R) 11.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 1.40 Under The Vines. (PG, R) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 12.55pm Mecha Builders. 2.05 Paddington. 2.30 Mister Maker Around The World. 3.00 Play School. 3.30 The Gruffalo. 4.20 Dino Dex. 5.05 The Highway Rat. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.55 Andy And The Band. 7.35 Moominvalley. 8.00 Walking With Dinosaurs. 8.50 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.30 Abbott Elementary. 10.15 Late Programs.

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. 10.30 Growing A Greener World. (R) 11.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 7. Highlights. 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 8. Highlights. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Going Places. (PGa, R) 4.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 8. Highlights. 5.30 From The Ashes Of World War II. (Final, PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Eiffel Tower: Building The Impossible. (PGan, R) Takes a look at the Eiffel Tower, a symbol of progress that has towered over Paris for over 130 years.

9.15 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 9. Chinon to Chateauroux. 170km hilly stage. From France.

1.45 24 Hours In Emergency: You Are Not Alone. (Ma, R)

2.40 Blue Water Safari: Minke Whales. (PGal, R)

4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. 2pm Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 4.00 WorldWatch. 4.25 PBS Washington Week. 4.50 Jeopardy! 5.15 Alone: The Skills Challenge. 5.40 Lost Gold Of The Aztecs. 6.35 Engineering Reborn. 7.30 Abandoned Engineering. 8.25 Bermuda Triangle: Into Cursed Waters. 10.10 Late Programs.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 7. Townsville 500. Day 2. Qualifying and support races. 2.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 7. Townsville 500. Day 2. Pre-race and race 22. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Weekender.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Dancing With The Stars. (PG) Celebrities show off their dance skills. 8.20 7NEWS Spotlight.

9.20 The Crow Girl. (Premiere, Malv) A detective must team up with a psychotherapist to find the killer of a man who was found frozen in a street. 11.25 To Be Advised.

12.45 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 7. Townsville 500. Day 2. Highlights.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

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

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6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Discover. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 3.00 Business Builders. 3.45 The Zoo. 4.15 Escape To The Country. 7.15 Vicar Of Dibley. 8.30 Vera. 10.30 The Yorkshire Steam Railway: All Aboard. 11.30 Vicar Of Dibley. 12.45am My Greek Odyssey. 2.00 Vera. 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 Late Programs.

7MATE (74) 6am Morning Programs. 2.35pm MOVIE: The Final Quarter. (2019, PG) 4.05 The Point. 5.05 Soh Presents: Generations And Dynasties. 6.45 Africa’s Underwater Wonders. 7.35 The First Inventors. 8.30 MOVIE: Finke: There And Back. (2018, M) 10.10 MOVIE: The Chant Of Jimmie Blacksmith. (1978, M) 12.20am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.40pm To Leslie. (2022, Madl) 2.55 Hamlet. (1948, PGasv) 5.50 Thirteen Days. (2000, PGal) 8.30 J. Edgar. (2011, Malv) 11.05 Before, Now And Then. (2022, MA15+v, Indonesian) 1.05am Harry Brown. (2009, MA15+dlsv) 3.05 La Maison. (2022, MA15+adnsv, German, English, French) 4.45 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Seven’s Motorsport Classic. Noon Sunday Footy Feast. 2.30 AFL Pre-Game. 3.00 Football. AFL. St Kilda v Sydney. 6.00 The Wash Up. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: Taken. (2008, MA15+) 10.30 MOVIE: Reign Of Fire. (2002, M) 12.40am Blokesworld. 1.30 Border Security. 3.00 Border Security: Int. 3.30 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.00

MasterChef Aust. (PGl, R) 12.10

GCBC. (R) 12.30 The Brighter Side: Save. Grow. Dream. (R) 1.00 Buy To Build. (R) 1.30

6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. A couple and their two daughters who share their home with their grandfather must decide whether to leave or stay.

8.40 To Be Advised.

9.50 House Hunters Australia. (PGl, R) A couple look for a home near Lake Macquarie, NSW. Jackie wants modern design and lake views while Jack’s after a big kitchen. 10.50 Elsbeth. (Mv, R) Elsbeth matches wits with a psychic. 11.50 Ambulance UK. (Ma, R) A man drives the wrong way up a slip road. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Wide World Of Sports. (PG) 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show. (PG) 11.45 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Round 2. New Zealand Warriors v Parramatta Eels. 1.30 Fishing Aust. (R) 2.00 For The Love Of Pets. (PGm, R) 3.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 19. Parramatta Eels v Penrith Panthers. 6am Morning Programs. 10.30 10 Minute Kitchen. (R) 11.00 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 11.30 Roads Less Travelled. (R) 12.00 MasterChef Aust. (R) 1.10 My Market Kitchen. (R) 1.30 Charming China. (PGa, R) 2.00 GCBC. (R) 2.30 Farm To Fork. (R) 3.00 All 4 Adventure. (PGal, R) 4.00 Lingo. (R) 5.00 News.

6.00 9News Sunday.

7.00 Travel Guides. (PG)

8.10 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.

9.10 Australian Crime Stories: The Investigators: The Lost Girls. (Mav) A look at the disappearance of Karlie Pearce-Stevenson and her two-year-old daughter Khandalyce. 10.10 9News Late.

10.30 See No Evil: The Trophy Collector. (MA15+av)

11.30 The First 48. (Mav) 12.30 Wimbledon 2025 Pre-Show. 1.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 14 Late. Men’s final. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6am Morning Programs. Noon Getaway. 12.30 My Favorite Martian. 1.00 The Baron. 2.00 MOVIE: Apache. (1954) 4.00 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Titans v Broncos. 6.00 Dad’s Army. 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 TBA. 11.00 The West Wing. Midnight MOVIE: Memoirs Of A Survivor. (1981, M) 2.20 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 1pm Celebrity Ghost Stories. 2.00 Jeopardy! Australia. 3.00 Cards And Collectables Australia. 3.30 MOVIE: Benny & Joon. (1993, PG) 5.30 MOVIE: DC League Of SuperPets. (2022, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice. (2016, M) 10.35 Gotham. 12.35am Arrow. 2.30 Jeopardy! Australia. 3.30 Late Programs.

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 MasterChef Australia. A batch of 23 former contestants returns. 8.15 Fake. (Final, Ml) Birdie retraces her steps back to Joe’s shack, investigating his stories. Background searches on Joe are incriminating. 9.15 FBI. (Mav, R) The shooting of a corrections officer leads the team to an ex-marine who has gone rogue after returning from Afghanistan. 11.05 10 News+. (R) Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

Monday, July 14

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

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Midsomer Murders. (PGv, R) 11.30 The Art Of Hair. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.

1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.25 Back Roads. (PG, R) 2.55 Love Your Garden. (PG, R) 3.45 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Australian Story.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.

9.15 Media Watch. (PG) Presented by Linton Besser.

9.35 Lucy Worsley Investigates: The Gunpowder Plot. (PG, R) Lucy Worsley looks at the 1605 Gunpowder Plot. 10.25 ABC Late News.

10.40 The Business. (R) 11.00 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PGa, R)

11.50 Love Your Garden. (PG, R)

12.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.25 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 3pm Play School: Let The Games Begin. 4.00 Andy’s Global Adventures. 4.25 Rocket Club. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. (Premiere) 7.40 The Inbestigators. 7.55 Junior Vets. 8.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 9.00 The Crystal Maze. 9.45 Merlin. 10.30 Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Boxing For Palm Island. 2.05 The Last Land: Gespe’gewa’gi. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 The 77 Percent. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Tales From Zambia. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Living Black. 9.10 Black And Dusty. 10.00 MOVIE: We Are Still Here. (2022, M) 11.35 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 1.00 WorldWatch. 1.30 Al Jazeera News Hour. 2.00 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 2.05

Engineering Reborn. (PG, R) 3.00

Going Places. (R) 3.30 SBS50. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 9. Highlights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Portillo’s Andalucia: Sevilla And Carmona. (Final, R) Michael Portillo finishes his Andalucian odyssey.

8.20 Sue Perkins: Lost In Thailand. (Final, PGa, R) Sue Perkins concludes her exploration of Thailand by heading to the capital city of Bangkok. 9.15 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 10. Ennezat to Le Mont-dore Puy de Sancy. 163km mountain stage. From France. 2.05 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PGa, R) 3.05 Incredible Homes. (PGn, R) 4.05 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning

Programs. 2pm Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 4.00 WorldWatch. 6.05 The Food That Built The World. 7.00 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.25 The UnBelievable. 10.15 Big Backyard Quiz. 11.20 Couples Therapy. (Final) 11.55 Feed Me. 1.05am Late Programs.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Morning Programs. 2.25pm The Movie Show. 3.00 8 1/2. (1963, PG, Italian, English, French, German) 5.35 Another Mother’s Son. (2017, PGalsv) 7.30 The Great Spirit. (2019, Malnsv, Italian) 9.35 Wild Seas. (2022, MA15+ans, French) 11.20 Boiling Point. (2021, MA15+dl) 1.10am J. Edgar. (2011, Malv) 3.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.30 Border Security: International. (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)

7.30 The 1% Club. (PGl, R) Hosted by Jim Jefferies.

8.30 9-1-1. (Mav) Following Maddie’s mysterious 911 call, Chimney returns home to find his daughter alone and Maddie nowhere to be found.

10.30 The Agenda Setters. An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics.

11.30 Police Custody USA: Meth Wars. (Madl, R)

12.30 Gone. (MA15+v, R)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72)

6am Morning Programs. 1pm Business Builders. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 The Zoo. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Endeavour. 10.30 What The Killer Did Next. 11.30 Doc Martin. 12.30am Bargain Hunt. 1.30 Late Programs.

7MATE (74)

6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Townsville 500. H’lights. 3.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Townsville 500. H’lights. 4.30 Seven’s Motorsport Classic. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 8.00 Outback Opal Hunters. 9.00 Gem Hunters Down Under. 10.00 Late Programs.

Tuesday, July 15

ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (7) 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Aust Story. (R) 10.30 Compass. (PGals, R) 11.00 TBA. 11.20 Gruen. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Call The Midwife. (PG, R) 2.00 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.25 Back Roads. (PG, R) 2.55 Love Your Garden. (R) 3.45 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, 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 Dr Ann’s Secret Lives. (Premiere) 9.00 Dr Karl’s How Things Work: Toilet Paper. (R)

9.35 The Platypus Guardian. (PG, R) 10.30 ABC Late News. 10.45 The Business. (R) 11.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.50 Media Watch. (PG, R) 12.05 Lucy Worsley Investigates. (PG, R) 1.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 1.30 EXPOSED: The Case Of Keli Lane. (Ml, R) 2.30 Love Your Garden. (R) 3.15 For Frogs’ Sake! (R) 3.30 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6am Morning Programs. 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 10. Highlights. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 2.05 Engineering Reborn. (R) 3.00 Going Places. (R) 3.30 SBS50. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 10. Highlights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Continental Railway Journeys. (PGav) 8.30 Insight. Looks into scams. 9.30 Dateline: Romania’s Webcam Girls.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 Living Black. (R) 11.05 Anne Boleyn. (Masv, R) 2.00 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PGa, R) 3.00 Incredible Homes. (R) 3.55 Growing A Greener World. (PGa, R) 4.25 Bamay. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Pearl In Paradise. (2018, PGa) 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) Irene returns with a heartbreaking secret. 8.30 Stranded On Honeymoon Island. (Mls) As one couple pull the flare and leave the experience for good, two couples ignite fire in another way, taking their relationship to the next level.

11.30 The Agenda Setters. An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics.

12.30 Fairly Legal. (Ma, R) Kate helps a friend with a prenup.

2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.30pm Mister Maker Around The World. 3.00 Play School: Let The Games Begin. 4.00 Andy’s Global Adventures. 4.25 Mecha Builders. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.40 The Inbestigators. 8.00 Junior Vets. 8.30 Deadly 60. 9.00 Expedition With Steve Backshall. 9.50 Merlin. 10.40 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

NITV (34)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: The Engagement Dress. (2023, G, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 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 Parental Guidance. (PGa) Hosted by Allison Langdon.

9.00 100% Footy. (M) Features the latest rugby league news, with exclusive insights from an expert panel.

10.00 Rise Of The Dolphins. (PGl) A look at the Dolphins 2024 season.

11.30 9News Late.

12.00 Gypsy Rose: Life After Lockup. (Ma)

1.00 Fishing Australia. (R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

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

9GEM (81, 92)

6am Morning Programs. Noon Avengers. 1.00 Yorkshire Auction House. 2.00 Our Yorkshire Farm. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Take Me High. (1974) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 Recipes For Love And Murder. 9.40 Harry Wild. 10.50 The Closer. 11.50 Late Programs.

(82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. 11.40 Cards And Collectables Australia. 12.10pm MOVIE: Man Of Steel. (2013, PG) 3.00 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: London Has Fallen. (2016, MA15+) 10.30 Seinfeld. 11.30 Veronica Mars. 12.30am Below Deck. 1.30 Late Programs.

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer.

7.30 MasterChef Australia. A batch of 23 former contestants returns. 8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 9.40 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. (Mal) The Jokers sell mattresses. 10.10 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.35 10 News+. (R) 11.35 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

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6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Parental Guidance. (PGa, R) 1.30 Getaway. (PG, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon.

4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG)

5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Bold. (PGa, R) 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 9.00 Lingo. (R) 10.00 Ent. Tonight. (R) 10.20 MasterChef Aust. (R) 11.30 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 12.00 Everyday Gourmet. 12.30 Family Feud. (PG, R) 1.00 News. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. (R) 2.30 Lingo. (R) 3.30 News. 4.00 Neighbours. (PGa) 4.30 Bold. (PGa) 5.00 News.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Paramedics. (Mam)

8.30 Murder Down Under: Natural Born Killer Pt 1. (Return, MA15+av) Takes a look at the murder of Stephanie Scott.

9.30 Ski Rescue Down Under. (PGl) A whiteout claims multiple casualties.

10.30 9News Late.

11.00 La Brea. (Mav, R)

11.50 Footy Classified. (Ml) 12.40 Pointless. (PG, R) 1.30 Home Shopping.

2.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) 3.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

(81, 92)

6am Morning Programs. 2pm Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 4.15 WorldWatch. 6.15 The Food That Built The World. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Alone. 9.40 Hoarders. 11.25 Pitino: Red Storm Rising. 12.20am Rob & Romesh Vs. 2.00 It’s Fine, I’m Fine. 2.25 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 My Impossible House. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 The Zoo. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.45 Foyle’s War. 10.55 The Yorkshire Vet. 11.55 Bargain Hunt. 12.55am Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. Noon Avengers. 1.00 Yorkshire Auction House. 2.00 Our Yorkshire Farm. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Not Now, Comrade. (1976, PG) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Ellis. 10.40 The Closer. 11.40 The West Wing. 12.35am Late Programs.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

7MATE (74) 6am Morning Programs. 2pm The Last Land: Gespe’gewa’gi. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Indian Country Today News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Tales From Zambia. 7.35 Unleash The Beast. 9.35 Over The Black Dot. 10.05 Hunting Aotearoa. 10.30 MOVIE: The Dead Lands. (2014, MA15+) 12.25am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.45pm Nostalgia. (2022, Malnv, Italian, Arabic) 2.55 Thirteen Days. (2000, PGal) 5.35 Widows’ Peak. (1994, PGalv) 7.30 American Pastoral. (2016, Mals) 9.30 Maria Into Life. (2022, Mans, French) 11.15 Mother Couch. (2023, Malsv) 1am Wild Seas. (2022, MA15+ans, French) 2.45 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Outback Opal Hunters. 2.30 Gem Hunters Down Under. 3.30 Billy The Exterminator. 4.00 Counting Cars. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 8.00 Train Rescue Down Under. 9.00 Outback Truckers. 10.00 Railroad Australia. 11.00 Deadliest Roads. Midnight Late Programs.

(82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. 12.10pm MOVIE: Christmas On Holly Lane. (2018, PG) 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Magic Mike. (2012, MA15+) 10.45 Seinfeld. 11.45 Veronica Mars. 12.45am Below Deck. 1.40 Supernatural. 3.30 Late Programs.

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.30 MasterChef Australia. A batch of 23 former contestants returns. 8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 9.40 FBI: Most Wanted. (MA15+v) Two armed guards are gunned down. 10.40 10’s Late News. 11.05 10 News+. (R) 12.05 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

Wednesday, July 16

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

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 National Press Club Address. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (R) 2.55 Love Your Garden. (R) 3.45 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 11.05 Boswell And Johnson’s Scottish Road Trip. (PG, R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.30 SBS50. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Latest Secrets Of The Hieroglyphs. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Gruen. (Final) Presented by Wil Anderson.

8.35 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG) Presented by Guy Montgomery.

9.25 Would I Lie To You? (Return, PG) Hosted by Rob Brydon.

9.55 Spicks And Specks. (PGs, R)

10.30 QI. (PGs)

11.00 ABC Late News.

11.15 The Business. (R)

11.30 You Can’t Ask That. (MA15+as, R) 12.30 Love Your Garden. (R) 1.20 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 2.05 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.25 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.30pm Mister Maker Around The World. 3.00 Play School: Let The Games Begin. 4.00 Andy’s Global Adventures. 4.25 Mecha Builders. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.40 The Inbestigators. 8.00 Junior Vets. 8.30 Abbott Elementary. 9.15 Horrible Histories. 9.45 Merlin. 10.30 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Nganampa Anwernekenhe. 2.00 The Last Land: Gespe’gewa’gi. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Tales From Zambia. 7.30 The Casketeers. 8.30 MOVIE: Empire Of The Sun. (1987, PG) 11.10 MOVIE: Mahana. (2016, M) 12.55am Late Programs.

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 How Disney Built America: Destination Disneyland. (PG) Walt Disney creates the first theme park.

8.20 Eat Smart: Secrets Of The Glucose Goddess. (Final, PG) Biochemist Jessie Inchauspé helps volunteers improve their health by controlling blood sugar.

9.15 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 11. Toulouse to Toulouse. 156.8km flat stage. From France.

1.45 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 2.45 Incredible Homes. (R) 3.40 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.10 Bamay. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning

Programs. 1.15pm Stacey Dooley: Two Daughters. 2.20 MOVIE: The Farewell. (2019, PG) 4.15 WorldWatch. 6.15 The Food That Built The World. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Dopesick. Midnight MOVIE: The Kid Detective. (2020, MA15+) 1.45 One Night In... 2.40 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Morning Programs. 12.15pm American Pastoral. (2016, Mals) 2.15 Another Mother’s Son. (2017, PGalsv) 4.10 The Battle Of The River Plate. (1956, PGa) 6.20 The Great Escape. (1963, PGv) 9.30 Other People’s Children. (2022, Madlns, French, Hebrew) 11.25 Anonymous. (2011, Masv) 1.50am Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Welcome To Mama’s. (2022, PGa) 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)

7.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG) Officers find damning evidence on a man’s phone.

8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL. 9.30 Unfiltered. (PGa) Hosted by Hamish McLachlan.

10.00 Ashley Cain: Into The Danger Zone. (MA15+a) Ashley Cain travels to Marseille.

11.20 Stags. (MA15+alv)

12.20 Touching Evil. (MA15+av) 1.20 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72)

6am Morning Programs. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 The Zoo. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Lewis. 10.45 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 11.45 Bargain Hunt. 12.45am Auction Squad. 2.00 Late Programs.

7MATE (74)

(8, 9)

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

12.00 MOVIE: Love Amongst The Stars. (2022, PGa, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 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 RBT. (Ml) A look at police random breath test patrols.

8.30 Murder Down Under: Natural Born Killer Pt 2. (MA15+av)

The chilling story of how two country cops caught Stephanie Scott’s murderer, Vincent Stanford.

9.30 Australian Crime Stories: Deadly Deception. (Mav, R) A look at the case of Renae Marsden.

10.40 Freddy And The Eighth. (Ml)

11.40 9News Late.

12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.05 Hello SA. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

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6am Morning Programs. Noon Avengers. 1.00 Yorkshire Auction House. 2.00 Our Yorkshire Farm. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Carry On Cabby. (1963, PG) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.40 The Closer. 11.40 New Tricks. 12.50am Late Programs.

(82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. 12.15pm MOVIE: Destination Christmas. (2022, PG) 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: The Meg. (2018, M) 10.40 Seinfeld. 11.40 Veronica Mars. 12.40am Below Deck. 1.40 Supernatural. 3.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm Train Rescue Down Under. 3.30 Billy The Exterminator. 4.00 Counting Cars. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 The Force: BTL. 9.30 Caught On Dashcam. (Premiere) 10.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 11.30 Late Programs.

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Thursday, July 17

ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (7) 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 10.30 Back Roads. (R) 11.10 Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Silent Witness. (Mav, R) 2.00 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (R) 2.55 Love Your Garden. (PG, R) 3.45 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads: Outback Dressmakers, NSW. (Return, PG) 8.30 Griff’s Great American South. (Premiere) Griff Rhys Jones explores Charleston’s charm. 9.15 Culture By Design: Culture. (Premiere)

9.45 Griff’s Great Australian Rail Trip. (PG, R) 10.35 ABC Late News. 10.50 The Business. (R) 11.10 Love Your Garden. (PG, R) 11.55 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 12.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.10 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6am Morning Programs. 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 11. Highlights. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 2.05 Engineering Reborn. (PGav, R) 3.00 Living Black. (R) 3.30 SBS50. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 11. Highlights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. Presented by Marc Fennell. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Treasures With Bettany Hughes: Oman. (PGaw) Bettany Hughes returns to Oman.

9.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 12. Auch to Hautacam. 180.6km mountain stage. From France.

2.15 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 2.25 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (R) 3.25 Incredible Homes. (R) 4.25 Bamay. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Together Forever Tea. (2021, PGa) 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)

7.30 Clarkson’s Who Wants To Be A Millionaire UK. (PG)

8.30 Homicide: With Ron Iddles: Wayne Amey. (R) A look at the murder of Wayne Amey.

9.30 Air Crash Investigations: Power Struggle. (PGa) Looks at the crash of a Boeing 737 in Indonesia.

10.30 Million Pound Pawn. (PG)

11.30 Evil By Design. (Malv, R) 12.35 Life. (Madv, R) 1.35 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72)

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.30 MasterChef Australia. A batch of 23 former contestants returns. 8.40 Elsbeth. (Mv) Elsbeth consults the controlling wife of a man after he is found dead in a hot tub. 9.40 FBI: International. (Mv) The Fly Team works alongside a familiar face when a psychologist with national security intel goes missing on a hike in the Swiss Alps. 10.40 10’s Late News. 11.05 10 News+. (R) 12.05 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. 1.40pm No Ordinary Black: Mudskipper. 2.05 The Last Land: Gespe’gewa’gi. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Te Ao With Moana. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Wildlife Rescue New Zealand. 7.30 Going Places. 8.30 Tribal. 9.30 MOVIE: Mad Max. (1979, MA15+) 11.10 MOVIE: Muru. (2022, MA15+) 1am Late Programs.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

7MATE (74)

(5, 1)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: May The Best Wedding Win. (2022, PGa) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Bold. (PGa, R) 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 9.00 Lingo. (R) 10.00 Ent. Tonight. (R) 10.20 MasterChef Aust. (R) 11.30 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 12.00 Everyday Gourmet. 12.30 Family Feud. (PG, R) 1.00 News. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 20. Dolphins v North Queensland Cowboys.

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

10.30 Rise Of The Dolphins. (PGl, R) A look at the Dolphins 2024 season.

12.00 Next Stop.

12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

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

6.00 10 News+.

7.00 Deal Or No Deal.

7.30 Airport 24/7. (PGal)

8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (Mas) A complicated case divides the squad. Carisi must convince a jury to focus on the law and not a defendant’s accusations. 9.30 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald.

6am Morning Programs. 2pm Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 4.05 WorldWatch. 6.00 Over The Black Dot. 6.30 Travel Man. 7.00 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Curse Of Oak Island. 10.10 The UnXplained. 11.00 Homicide. 1.45am Heroines. 2.15 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. 6am Morning Programs. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 The Zoo. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Line Of Duty. 9.50 Murdoch Mysteries. 11.50 Father Brown. 12.50am Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. Noon As Time Goes By. 1.10 Yorkshire Auction House. 2.10 Our Yorkshire Farm. 3.10 Antiques Roadshow. 3.40 MOVIE: The Sleeping Tiger. (1954, PG) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 TBA. 10.30 Panic 9-1-1. 11.30 The Real Murders Of Orange County. 12.30am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.20pm Mother Couch. (2023, Malsv) 2.10 Widows’ Peak. (1994, PGalv) 4.00 The Band’s Visit. (2007, PGls, Arabic, English, Hebrew) 5.40 The Legend Of Longwood. (2014, PGa) 7.35 St. Vincent. (2014, Malsv) 9.30 Winter Boy. (2022, MA15+ans, French) 11.45 Late Programs.

(8, 9) 9GEM (81, 92) 9GO! (82, 93)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.30pm Mister Maker Around The World. 3.00 Play School: Let The Games Begin. 4.00 Andy’s Global Adventures. 4.25 Mecha Builders. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.40 The Inbestigators. 8.00 Junior Vets. 8.30 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.15 Saved By The Barn. 9.55 Dance Life. 10.45 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 12.10pm MOVIE: How To Fall In Love By Christmas. (2023) 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Sherlock Holmes. (2009, M) 11.05 Seinfeld. 12.05am Below Deck. 1.05 Supernatural. 3.00 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Caught On Dashcam. 1.30 Highway Patrol. 2.30 The Force: BTL. 3.30 Billy The Exterminator. 4.00 Counting Cars. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Football. AFL. Essendon v GWS Giants. 10.30 AFL Post-Game. 11.00 Kick Ons. 11.30 Late Programs.

What do Viking guests love?

Many readers have been introduced to the magic of Viking and their outstanding cruises through articles here and in the quarterly Travel Today magazine.

The cruise line, which celebrates ten years of ocean voyages in 2025, provides destination-focused journeys on rivers, oceans, and lakes around the world and designed for curious travellers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine,

Some have taken the plunge and booked a long-awaited dream holiday, while many are on their second or third adventure with Viking and offer accolades to the company and the many ways they continually rise to exceed expectations.

Viking offer ‘Destination Focused Dining’ where regional cuisine is provided by passionate chefs for guests dine as they dine onboard at each location.

Onboard at the Chefs Table, known for its culinary experience savouring gastronomic delicacies, the sommeliers and culinary masters create the perfect food and wine pairings during a multi-course tasting, enjoyed in the restaurant or in a private dining room.

One guest, Ben H, recently returned from the Mediterranean Odyssey cruise with plenty of great memories.

“So many memorable nights at the Chefs Table on Viking, an intense dining experience that goes beyond just great food,“ he said.

“Each course was part of a themed tasting menu highlighting different regions of the world and paired perfectly with wines selected to bring out the best in every dish.”

Other guests have enjoyed the thoughtfully curated shore excursions offered in every destination some only offered to Viking guests.

Guest Kim P, who recently returned from the Italian Sojourn itinerary, said she loved going ashore and seeing the sites.

“What I enjoy most about the cruises are the excursions and here we visited the historic town of Trogir, which not surprisingly was a backdrop for the city of Qarth in the show Game of Thrones and more importantly a UNESCO World Heritage Site,“ she said.

“Butthebestexcursionwascontinuingonto the charming small village of Jurlinovi Dvori in Draga, where we visited the farmhouse of a retired priest who welcomed us to his home and chapel with a tasting of his figs and almonds grown there as well as a home cooked meal and music.”

Those in Europe now have been enjoying the warm season with guests enjoying a romantic Danube experience with iconic World Heritage sites, stunning sunsets and sunrises on the Trades Routes of the Middle Ages itin-

erary, or a guest favourite, the Rhine Getaway.

Recent guest Juliana B said it was a wonderful time to savour the Rhine in full bloom with a Rhine and Main Explorer itinerary which offers a blend of culture history and natural beauty.

“We visited so many cute towns this week enjoying the architecture, art museums, castles, churches, palaces, gardens and more. We also enjoyed relaxing on the ship watching the

scenery change and sampling regional dishes and delicious meals from the comfort of our home away from home,” she said.

As first time Viking cruiser Joe A loved the way the Rhine Getaway cruise was handled.

“Our first cruise on Viking,“ he enthused.

“It was an awesome experience. Everything runs so smoothly, and they handle the logistics so well.”

A firm favourite for guests on the Ocean

Ships is the Kitchen Table, an onboard cooking school where guests experience firsthand how to prepare regional dishes. On port days guests are invited to handpick ingredients at a local market to create three course regional meals with the chef.

Is it time to book a dream holiday where all the boxes are ticked? Then it’s time to contact Viking on 138 747 or visit www.viking.com.

Dark sky over Cologne aboard Viking on the Rhine.

The Acropolis in Athens is on many guests ‘must see’ list.

Viking ships offer comfort, attention to detail and is called the thinking persons cruise.

While on-board settle in and have a glorious spa included in the trip.

LEE MCCARTHY

Full-Board River Cruise

3 night Murray River cruise on board PS Murray Princess with all meals and sightseeing

Tour of Murray River Bridge and historic Roundhouse

Guided nature walk of Salt Bush Flat

Taste Riverland food and wine

Dragon-Fly flat-bottomed boat wildlife tour

Hotel Stays

3 nights four-star hotel stay in Adelaide with breakfast

1 night four-star hotel stay in Kangaroo Island with breakfast, lunch and dinner

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lunch and wine tastings including: Saltram wine estate, lunch and wine tasting at Lambert Estate, visit to Barossa Valley Chocolate Company, photo stop at Menglers Hill Lookout and Vineyard tour & wine tasting at Jacob’s Creek visitor centre

Fully Escorted Kangaroo Island Tours

2 day Kangaroo Island tour including: Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery, Clifford’s Honey Farm, In-Flight Birds of Prey Display at Raptor Domain, Seal Bay Conservation Park guided beach walk, lunch at Emu Bay Lavender Farm, Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park and Flinders Chase National Park

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1 In which decade was Tutankhamun's tomb discovered?

2 Approximately how long does it take for the moon to orbit the earth: 18, 27 or 40 days?

3 Which two TV personalities were Australia's commentators for the Eurovision Song Contest from 2017 to 2024?

4 Name the Japanese shrine famous for its rows of red torii gates.

5 Sarah Burton, the designer of Kate Middleton's wedding dress, is the creative director of which luxury fashion house?

6 True or false: horses can't breathe through their mouths?

7 To which demographic is the annual Stella Prize awarded, and for which sector of the arts?

8 The pasta dish cacio e pepe translates to what?

9 In which Australian New Wave film did Jacki Weaver (pictured) appear as maid Minnie?

10 What is the chemical symbol for lead?

It’s family fun day

The Cooroy Pomona Lions Club is proud to present Pomona Family Fun Day - a vibrant, free community celebration for all ages!

Join us on Sunday 27 July, from 9am to 4pm at Stan Topper Park, Pomona, for a day packed with free rides and activities that will entertain the whole family. Thrill-seekers and little ones alike will love the bumper cars, merry-go-round, the giant slide and the exhilarating super fly, all available at no cost thanks to our sponsors! Plus, bounce high on the Livelife Pharmacy Bungee Trampoline and enjoy colourful face painting.

Get up close and personal with snakes and lizards at the Cooroy RSL Reptile Encounter and meet friendly animals at the Raine & Horne Animal Farm & Pony Rides.

Explore the bustling True Value Hardware Arts & Crafts Market, where local artisans and community groups showcase unique crafts, gifts and treasures - perfect for browsing while supporting small businesses and the local community.

Live music will set the perfect atmosphere on the Pomona IGA Mainstage, featuring Ausphonic - the dynamic duo Peter and Jacqui Briggs delivering a lively mix of Aussie classics and singalong favourites.

“Pomona&DistrictCommunityHouseLegoClub is bringing their Lego builds to Pomona Newsagency window for Pomona Family Fun Day. Using the Fun Day as their inspiration, young & old Lego enthusiast have been letting their imaginations go wild. Check out their build on display from 14 July.

Lego Club meetings every second Tuesday of the month 6pm-7:30pm at Pomona Community House. All welcome.”

Don’t forget to purchase tickets for the Cooroy Pomona Lions Club Helicopter Raffle, proudly supplied by McDermott Aviation Group. You could win a breathtaking 30-minute helicopter flight for four over the stunning Noosa Hinterland, valued at $5,000. Tickets are only $5 each, 6 for $25 or 12 for $50 and can be purchased online or in person at the event. A winner is drawn at the Family Fun Day. See our Facebook or website page for details.

This incredible community event is made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors:

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for a

Noosa Council, Bendigo Bank Cooroy, Sandy Bolton MP, Cooroy RSL, LiveLife Pharmacy Pomona, Raine & Horne Noosa Hinterland, Pomona IGA, Home Hardware Pomona, McDermott Aviation Group, Cooroy Rag, Zinc 96.1, Pomona & District Community House, Noosa Hinterland Dental Pomona, Pomona Electrical, Majestic Theatre, Nugget Truck Shop, Pomona Bowls Club, Gympie Skips and the Gympie and Wide BayHistoricalMachineryClubs.Wethankthemallfor their dedication to our vibrant community.

The Cooroy Pomona Lions Club is proud to serve our community, with every dollar raised going directly back into local projects and initiatives. Living by our motto, “We Serve,” we’re committed to making a positive difference in our community.

Whether you’re a local or visiting from near or far, come along and enjoy a day of free fun, community spirit and unforgettable memories.

See you at Stan Topper Park on Sunday 27 July

Duo set for Yandina

Yandina will welcome guest artists Dennis Sankey Duo to the Australasian Country Music Association (ACMA) concert on Sunday 20 July.

With their wide range of upbeat songs and on stage energy, you are guaranteed entertainment.

You’ll also enjoy popular country music and other upbeat, crowd-pleasing favourites from talented local artists backed by a great house band.

See you at the Hall of Fame, 24 Steggalls Road, 11am start. Raffle and door prizes, byo lunch, free tea and coffee. Entry $10, members $8.

Enquiries 0437 191004.

The ACMA are a not-for-profit organisation and the proceeds will go towards the upkeep of the hall.

Dennis Sankey Duo. (Supplied)

ticket

chance to win this mega raffle prize.

Broadway comes

From Australia to the theatres of New York’s Broadway, London’s West End and Lido 2 Paris, and with a 40-year career, Caroline O’Connor remains one of the most respected, admired and sought-after triple threats internationally.

A Noosa local since 2018 from where she continues to perform across the world, Caroline presents, My Musical Life, in a Queensland exclusive, at the 2025 Noosa Alive! festival sharing stories from her illustrious career and performing numbers from her many musicals.

Caroline began her professional career as a ballet dancer with the Australian Opera Company after studying at the esteemed Royal Ballet School in London before switching to musical theatre.

She went on to perform extensively throughout the UK and Europe, most notably making her West End leading lady debut in 1995 as Mabel Normand in Jerry Herman’s Mack and Mabel, earning her first Laurence Olivier Award nomination for Best Actress in a Musical.

In Australia, Caroline’s credits are firmly stamped in theatrical history.

In addition to the recognition she received for her roles as Velma Kelly in Chicago (Mo Award, Green Room Award, Australian Dance Award), Anita in West Side Story (Mo Award, Green Room Award) and Aldonza in Man of La Mancha, Caroline also garnered accolades for her peerless interpretation of Edith Piaf in Piaf (Helpmann Award, Green Room Award), Judy Garland in the world premiere of End of the Rainbow (Helpmann Award, Sydney Stage Award) and Reno Sweeney in Anything Goes (Helpmann Award).

In 2001 she grabbed world attention as tango dancing ‘Nina Legs in the Air’ in Baz Luhrmann’s Academy Award winning film Moulin Rouge.

In 2020, she was awarded an AM (Order of Australia) for her extraordinary service to Theatre.

With a multitude of performances to her credit, Noosa Today asked Caroline how she had selected the stories and songs for My Musical Life and she admitted it had been “very difficult”.

“There are so many beautiful songs out there! And I’ve performed in some truly wonderful musical theatre productions,” she said.

“I always try to think of the audience when I’m putting my song list together for a show.

“What would they like to hear? And also, what do I really enjoy singing? So there’s definitely some showstoppers from famous musicals that I’ve starred in, like Chicago, Anything Goes,

also

songs

like Judy Garland, Edith Piaf, Barbra Streisand, and more. Of course, every song brings back wonderful memories and stories to share.”

While Caroline’s first ambition was to be a classical ballet dancer looking back over her career she wouldn’t change anything, though is grateful for her ballet training at the Royal Ballet

School in London which she attributes to giving her the technique and discipline responsible for her longevity as a dancer.

“I found my true calling in Musical Theatre,” she said. “Otherwise I would not have been able to enjoy all the other styles of dance like jazz and tap and even Irish dancing!” she said.

“Plus, I love to sing and to act, and to create characters. I’ve gotten to record solo albums, to perform in concerts with symphony orchestras, appearances on television and in feature films and have worked with some extraordinary people. There have been so many more opportunities and it’s taken me all over the world.”

Since moving to Noosa in 2018 Caroline has performed in New York, Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide and Paris, so what brought her and husband, musician Barrie Shaw, to Noosa?

“When you work in the Theatre industry, you can reside anywhere, because you always have to tour and travel. Always packing and unpacking, but you get used to it,” she said. “So when my husband decided to retire (he was a professional musician) Noosa seemed to be the perfect destination. It really is an idyllic way of life and we have embraced it. We are very fortunate to live on the water. We have a boat - something we’ve never experienced before. My husband joined the Coast Guard. I love taking classes at the Noosa Leisure Centre. There are so many lovely places to take the dog for a walk. And of course, the wonderful social lifestyle and marvelous restaurants. What’s not to love?”

Caroline O’Connor’s My Musical Life will be performed at The J Theatre on Saturday 26 July at 7.30pm as part of Noosa Alive! festival.

From opera and world-class classical to powerhouse country and Broadway brilliance, Noosa Alive! (18 to 27 July) will deliver a diverse musical program that spans genres, emotions and unforgettable performances.

Explore the full program and buy tickets at www.noosaalive.com.au.

Funny Girl, Hello Dolly … and

beloved

from some of the great artists

Caroline O’Connor will share her stories and songs in My Musical Life at The J Theatre on 26 July. (Supplied)

Irish delight

Internationally acclaimed for their fresh and contemporary take on traditional Irish music, promising an unforgettable celebration of Irish culture, music, and spirit, this ground-breaking vocal group is set to captivate Noosa audiences.

Hailed as ‘Ireland’s most exciting new folk music sensation’, the Tenors are on tour following sold-out performances across the UK, including Belfast’s Grand Opera House, Birmingham Symphony Hall, and a showstopping set before 20,000 fans at London’s Trafalgar Square.

Blending West End theatricality with authentic Irish tradition, the group features stars from major productions like Les Miserables alongside Northern Ireland’s top multi-instrumentalists.

Jimmy Johnston, Matthew Campbell, Raymond Walsh, Jack Walsh, and newest member

Nathan Johnston bring vibrant energy to beloved classics such as Danny Boy, Whiskey in the Jar, The Parting Glass, and Wild Rover - all delivered in stunning five-part harmony.

With Irish charm, exceptional vocals, and high-octane instrumental flair, The Shamrock Tenors offer a concert experience that transcends generations.

“Irish music is all about enjoyment, letting loose, leaving worries at the door, and just having a nice night of escapism,” founder Raymond Walsh said.

“We want people to feel in a theatre as if they could be in a bar in Galway.”

Two shows at The J Theatre: Saturday 23 August 3.30pm and 7.30pm For tickets, visit thej.com.au

Aztec way with words

By Jim Fagan

The Aztecs, a people who flourished in Central Mexico before the arrival of the Spaniards in 1519, had their own way with words.

They understood writing and painting to be deeply intertwined and their language took a painted form known as codices or manuscripts.

These remain today offering insights into Aztec history, mythology, social structure, rituals, and daily life. These codices were created usingmaterialslikeanimalskinandbarkpaper.

Argentina-born Professor Maria Chester is an authority in pre-Columbian civilisations and on Saturday, July 19, she is guest speaker at ArtsNational Noosa at Tewantin where she will talk on “The Aztec: An Introduction to the Urban Culture of the Americas Mexico.”

From her first passion that was Cave Art and Rock Art Maria developed an interest in archaeology and this has been the frame for her ongoing research.

Maria is multilingual and has taught in several South American universities. She is a senior lecturer and she also works for Berwick Visual Arts delivering conferences linked to art exhibitions complemented with guided tours in Berwick upon Tweed, England where she now lives.

In May 2018, she was made a Visiting Research Fellow at CAUA Research Centre for International Elderly Education, Shanghai, China. She became an Accredited Speaker of The Arts Society in London in that year. Venue: 17 William Street, Tewantin. Saturday July 19, 3.45pm for a 4.00pm start. Visitors welcome $30 pp for the one hour illustrated talk. Wine and finger food after the presentation included. Bookings essential, contact: Jenny Reeve Membership secretary at membershipnoosaadfas@gmail.com

Ladies of classical music at Lucas Parklands

Some of history’s classical geniuses who happened to be women struggling to emerge from the shadows of their male companions, will be celebrated at a special concert at Lucas Parklands, Montville.

The unique event, simply titled ‘The Ladies’, will feature two rising young stars - New Zealand violinist Amalia Hall and South African pianist Berta Brozgul – in their only Australian appearance together.

“Both young ladies have vigorous international careers, and I am flattered they both agreed to join us at Lucas Parklands to perform at this unique and important commemoration,” said Ian Lucas, of Lucas Parklands.

The one-off concert will be held on Saturday, July 12 at 2pm.

Adding to the atmosphere, local jazz singer Imogen Outridge will perform on the deck from 1pm as guests arrive.

Amalia and Berta will perform music written by three unsung heroes of the romantic era, Clara Schumann, Lili Boulanger and Fanny Mendelssohn, who are today all considered to be ‘Great Ladies’ and genius composers.

“Clara Schumann, who was Robert Schumann’s wife, and Lili Boulangers, who at 19 was the first female winner of the prestigious Grand Prix de Rome cultural prize, and Fanny Mendelssohn, who performed in the shadows of her famous brother Felix, all struggled for musical recognition through their lives,” Mr Lucas said.

“Their struggle for recognition typifies what was the ‘male dominated culture of the day’.

“But Clara is today considered to be one the greatest female pianists of the era and certainly more accomplished than her famous husband Robert, and Lili Boulangers, who was a muchaccomplished composer despite her young age and unfortunate early death, has also recently been more fully appreciated.

“Fanny Mendelssohn was almost certainly

equally as brilliant, or even more so, than her famous brother Felix, who had apparently stated he hoped Fanny’s ‘composing didn’t interfere with her home duties’.

“Amalia and Berta are sure to remind us of the greatness of these historic figures when they bring their works to life at ‘The Ladies’ concert on July 12.”

The performance will include: Cesar Franck, Violin sonata (a piece the composer gifted to his wife on their wedding day); Lili Boulangers, Nocturne (violin and piano); Clara Schumann, Three Romances (violin and piano); Janacek, Violin Sonata; Ravel, Tzigane (violin and piano); Chopin, Ballade No. 4 (piano alone); and Scriabin, Sonata No. 4 (piano alone). A piece titled ‘March’ from Ms Mendelssohn’s group of works known as Das Jahr (The Year) will also punctuate the commemorations.

For Lucas Parklands performance and ticketing enquiries, phone 0409 623 228.

For more information, visit lucasparklands. com.au/

Amalia Hall. (Supplied)

Professor Maria Chester.

Aztec painted codex. (Supplied)

This ground-breaking vocal group is set to captivate Noosa audiences. (Supplied)

DIGGERS BAR STAGE- 8pm FRIDAY 11TH JULY BISTRO STAGE- 8pm SATURDAY 12TH JULY BISTRO STAGE - 12pm SUNDAY 13TH JULY

DIGGERS BAR STAGE- 8pm FRIDAY 18TH JULY

BISTRO STAGE- 8pm SATURDAY 19TH JULY BISTRO STAGE - 12pm SUNDAY 20TH JULY

AROUND THE CLUB

French Jazz at Majestic

French jazz is noted for its romantic songs, made famous by songstresses such as Eartha Kitt and Edith Piaf, pioneers of European jazz, guitarist Django Reinhardt and violinist Stephane Grappelli, who formed the Quintette du Hot Club de France, as well as American Sidney Bechet, who played a crucial role in popularising the genre in Europe.

This month’s concert on Thursday 24 July features their music in an afternoon of fascinating rhythms, beautiful harmonies and entertaining vocals.

John Reeves, dazzling on accordion and piano, is joined by world-renowned Paul Williams on saxophone and clarinet, the beautiful tuba and bass guitar of internationally acclaimed Chris Schnack, the master on guitar, Dave Burrows, and Rod Andrew’s entertaining percussion.

To top it off, two special guests join the ensemble.

Toowoomba-based Paul Hendon leads several bands and, through his work travel, has had the opportunity to hear and play with many Australian jazz greats, including Tom Baker, Bob Barnard, Janet Seidel, Don Burrows, George Golla and Kevin Hunt. His elegant collaboration with Paul Williams is sure to delight.

June Garber has performed in major centres in Canada, the United States, Cuba, the Caribbean, Mexico, South Africa and now in Australia. Her combination of sensuous luxury, effortless precision, characterful interpretation and warmth of empathy characterises June’s exceptional talents.

For tickets, log onto Noosa Jazz Club’s website at noosajazzclub.com, or email info@noosajazzclub.com for more information.

COMMUNITY UPDATE NOOSATODAY.COM.AU

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

RED CROSS AGM

Tewantin Noosa Branch of the Australian Red Cross extends a warm welcome to the 2025 Annual General Meeting on Friday 18 July at 9.30am at The Forum, Laguna Estate Retirement Village, 13/21 Lake Weyba Drive, Noosaville. Guest Speaker: Carolyne Doherty (Emergency Services Lead Preparedness & Recovery) Australian Red Cross. All welcome. Further information: Valerie (President) contact: 04668 46110.

AIR MEETING

Australian Independent Retirees (AIR) Noosa Branch meet on the third Thursday each month at Sunrise Uniting Church, Grasstree Ct, Sunrise Beach at 9.30am. Are you retired and fully or partly self-funded or planning to be so? AIR is a national not-for-profit advocacy organisation. AIR/ASA Members - no charge for meetings. Visitors $10 pp

General Notices

incl morning tea (first 2 visits free of charge). airnoosasecretary@gmail.com or phone 0417 431 303. facebook.com/AIRNoosa Membership: $28 per person valid to 30 June 2026.

GARDEN CLUB

The next meeting of the Tewantin Noosa Garden Club will be held on 14 July at the Anglican Church, 17 William Street Tewantin at 1.30pm. Guest Speaker, plant sales, raffles, competition table, afternoon tea and friendship. Guests are welcome. For more information call Vicky on 0417 034 300.

XMAS IN JULY FUNDRAISER

The Noosa Surf Club invites you to ‘Xmas in July’ fundraising event on Wednesday 30 July at 11am for the homeless families and victims of abandonment who live in the Noosa Shire. Book your table now! Price is $2000 for table of 10. Three course lunch and all beverages. World class entertainment. Fantastic auction and raffle items. Email: gm@noosaheadssurfclub.com.au

BOOKFEST NOOSA

• PAYMENT TO: SANTA’S CLASSY HELPERS

• Bendigo Bank BSB: 633-000 A/C: 147598312

• Use REF: XIJ + Table Captains Name

THURSDAY GIRLS

The Thursday Girls is a registered Australian charity, run by a committee of volunteers. We are a groupofwomenwhoarepassionateaboutsupporting children whose families are suffering financial hardship. Local schools apply to The Thursday Girls for grants for individual students. If the application is successful, The Thursday Girls will transfer funds directly to the school to provide the nominated student access to new opportunities and educational resources, such as a school camp or new sports or educational equipment. The committee arranges monthly fundraising lunches (and other events) at local restaurants. Join us and meet others or get your friends together. Contact: Linn 0418 103 008

SANTA’S CLASSY HELPERS

Santa’s Classy Helpers are a small charity support-

ing disadvantaged families, we collect donations and fundraise all year round to buy food, gifts, household items etc for over 500 families for a Christmas give-away at the J Noosa Junction early December every year. We are always looking for more helpers for our Christmas extravaganza, last year more than $500K of goods were given away so lots of helpers needed to make it all happen. To put your name down to be in the loop when we need help, please leave your contact details with Lorraine at the Classy Lady shop in Noosaville.

SUNDAY DANCE LESSONS

Every Sunday from 12.30pm at the Tewantin Masonic Hall, Moorindil St we start by teaching basic dance steps, then Waltz, old time, New Vogue, Ballroom Dances and a little Latin. We run through to 5pm. Lots of fun and dancing, including a 20 minute tea/coffee break to socialise. (Only $10) Singles orcouples,welcome.Justrockup.orPhoneAndrew 0429 829 328. Visit www.andrewsclassdance.com

a Lot Application ref: MCU24/0070 & RAL24/0007

You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to: Noosa Shire Council PO Box 141 Tewantin Qld 4565 mail@noosa.qld.gov.au (07) 5329 6500 www.noosa.qld.gov.au

Bookfest 2026 will be held at Tewantin State School 10th, 11th, & 12th April 2026 (put these dates in your diary now!!!)

During the next 8 months, donations of Books, Puzzles and Games can be delivered to;

• Drysdale Funerals, Butler St, Tewantin or

• Roz Simmonds Law Office, 113 Poinciana Ave, Tewantin Tues – Fri, 9am-4pm Enquiries; 1300 791 226

LOCAL HOMELESS & other Rotary Projects

Community Advice –Changed Traffic Conditions

Hastings St. Noosa Heads

Please be advised that Hastings St will be closed west from Noosa Parade between 9.30am and 5.30pm on Saturday 19th July 2025 for the Noosa Concours d’Elegance event.

Parking bays in Hastings Street between Rococo Noosa and Noosa Woods will be suspended between 9am and 5.30pm.

Access to Park Road, Noosa National Park, Noosa Surf Club, Maze Carpark and Lions Park remain open.

With Council authorisation, vehicles parked in Hastings Street after 6.30am may be towed under Section 51G Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995.

For further information e:info@noosaconcours.com.au

Noosa Jazz Ensemble. (Supplied)

Massive games for Tigers

By Julian Pitts

Both Senior Mens and Women’s teams have huge games this weekend as both have just slipped out of the final 8 and 4 respectively after last weeks round.

The Senior men’s team take on QAFL newcomers Cooparoo in Brisbane on Saturday in what is simply just a must win game. Coach Matt Luenberger knows the importance of the game saying’ yes it’s massive. We knew that after the bye it’s time for us to get some very important cattle back,re set and now make our own charge into September!’

The Noosa team should see the return of stars Gaul,Horbury,McNiece,Byrne and Johnston

which is just an enormous injection of skill and experience with the next month so important to the Tigers fortunes.

The Senior Women unfortunately had to forfeit their away game on the Gold Coast last weekend due to unavsilabilities and now face top of the table Sherwood at home in a stand alone game at Weyba rd.The women should be at almost full strength once again and will be looking to defeat last years Premiers for the second time this year.

The reserves should benefit from a string of Senior returns and will look to finish offf their season knocking over a few rivals.

Brainy’s’ colts will start the day off from 9.30 am and will continue to stamp their consistent

form upon who ever they take on from now on.

A fair bit happening off the ground with our Past players/Life members day to be held Saturday the 19th of July in the clubrooms from 1 pm.

Our annual Ladies Day will feature on Saturday the 2nd of August and by the looks of what’s on offer should be a celebrated day not to be missed.

We have the ‘ suburban footballer’ entertaining us the same evening after all games in what should be a very funny evening!

Progressive Media Award

• Senior Men

• M.Conn 25

• K.Cates 16

• M.Pettigrove 13

• C.Bowes 13

• N.Horbury 11

• W.McKenzie 11

• E.Slaney 11

Senior Women

• A.Tessari 32

• R.Mills 21

• E.Piercey 13

• A.Monk 13

• K.Pettigrove 10

See you at the footy

Dolphins winning ways continue in strong display

By Jon Lewis

At the end of the day, the Dolphins had tallied an astonishing 221 points to 32.

The senior women’s side started the day continuing their recent form putting on a disciplined display of rugby running out victors 81-0 in a match underpinned by a strong forwards display.

“Our past two weeks have not been great for us with the narrow 5-0 loss to Brothers then having to forfeit last week due to six of the girls away playing for southeast Queensland, so we needed to get back into form quickly. I couldn’t have imagined we would reach that level though. Our first half I think we tried too much, pushing poor passes, but the girls sorted that in the second half,“ said co-coach Damien Cogill.

“Our captain Tess Evans was again inspirational in a tireless effort, which resulted in our forwards dominating. Stevie Te Moana and Georgie Daniels led the way and the platform they set allowed the likes of Bronte Wilson and Tiger Livingstone out wide to capitalise.

A late change to the starting lineup paid dividends with winger Rhiannon Behm moving to the number 10 role. Her direction and attack led to a KB’s player of the match performance. Others in the KBs player awards were Tess Evans and Bronte Wilson with two points, Alysha Lockrey and Stevie Te Moana taking one point. The match also saw the reuniting of sisters Teegan Clinton and Brittany Parker playing together for the first time in ten years. The women retain third spot on the ladder just four points behind ladder leaders Caboolture. They take on second place Nambour this weekend at Nambour, 12.30pm Saturday.“

The Men’s reserve grade continued the winning ways with a 40-20 victory. Whilst the scoreline ended comfortably, the plucky Wynnum team continued to put pressure on taking advantage of any errors from the Dolphins. A

commanding performance by half back Will Mappin earned him the KB’s man of the match award with centre Kipp Comrie two points and ever reliable Reon Fortington taking one point. The match also saw the inaugural run on in senior rugby for long time Noosa junior Chenar Marks. The reserves now sit second on the ladder, four points behind leaders Caloundra.

To cap off the day, the Ray White Noosa A Grade men’s took the field on the back of their season best performance against Maroochydore the previous week. Fielding the same line up, the Dolphins quickly picked up where they finished against the Swans, taking out the match 90 – 12 in a 13 try performance. With the forwards setting a solid platform in a 100 per cent

set piece display, it became clear early the attack was free to experiment. Whilst discipline has been an issue in the first part of the season, errors were kept to a minimum and the confidence between players was evident. Eight individual players crossed for tries with fullback Ben Walker crossing for four and try scoring prop sensation Julian Scott-Davies adding to his impressive tally this year with another two tries along with centre Albie Polu.

KB’s man of the match was Matt Kelly. Kelly, who had been starting off the bench for the first part of the season, has taken all his opportunities when taking the field and has now again established himself as a key member of the run on side. Coach Jim McKay acknowledged Kel-

Help Lachlan get to Rio in August

Noosa Outrigger Canoe Club has their first junior paddler to ever represent Australia in the 16U V1 division at the upcoming Wold Championships in Rio, Brazil in August.

Fifteen year old Lachlan Burnett joined the club when he was just 10 and started competing in the single craft races only two yrs ago. Lachlan has been part of the Noosa Outrigger canoe junior program that began nearly eight years ago and has continued to grow ever since with a fun environment for juniors to learn how to paddle on the river and race at events in the south QLD area and beyond.

The World Championship journey began a year ago when Coach Flea White mentioned to the juniors that were eligible in age to have a go at working towards qualifying. Lachlan said “I knew if I worked hard I could have a chance to represent Noosa and Australia in Brazil”.

The qualifications were held in April on the Gold Coast and Lachlan qualified in the 16U Boys V1.

Coach Flea said “The training plan is to build Lachlan’s speeds, technique and endurance ability to its very best. He is new to elite training and at 15 years of age, the focus required is much

more than anything he has experienced in life yet. The competition will be fierce from Hawaii, New Zealand, USA to Tahiti and all the nations inbetween. We’ve set challenging, but achievable training goals and Lachlan is hitting them every

week”.

Lachlan agreed “The training schedule was tough at the start to balance between year 10 studies at Sunshine Beach High School and work-

lys commitment to regain his starting position. Other in the KB’s player points were lock Harry Wright and, in a match where he topped 100 points for the season, Joey Caputo took out the one point. The win now has the A Grade sitting second on the ladder, six points behind leaders Caloundra.

This weekend sees A Grade and Reserve Grade men’s having a bye, but the rugby continues Friday Night at Sunshine Beach when the Dolphins Friday Night team are home against University at 7pm.

For all up to date Dolphins News, check out the Dolphins Facebook and Instagram Pages.

ing part-time. The early morning starts in winter are hard, but the Noosa sunrises are the best on the water. Our club has four people selected to go to Rio so there has been group training sessions which make it fun. I train on the water four times a week and five gym sessions at Integrated Rehabilitation Centre in Tewantin. I can’t wait to go to Brazil and represent Noosa and Australia. I am going to do my best and hope I make everyone proud.”

The costs involved to make it to Rio are completely self funded. Only very minor support comes from the governing body of the sport. + Coach Flea mentioned “Lachlan comes from a single parent income household and the financial battle to get him to Rio is real. Lachlan’s Mum Nicola is super resourceful and has set up a raffle with paddling prizes for the paddling community to enter into and also a Go Fund Me page for friends, family and any kind members of the community who wish to help with the travel expenses. With only five weeks to go, Lachlan is 75 per cent of the way there.”

If you would like to support Lachlan please go to the Go Fund Me link gofundme.com/f/support-lachlan-represent-australia-in-brazil

Help fund Lachlan’s journey to Rio for the world championships. (Supplied)

The Ray White Noosa Dolphins travelled to the Brisbane Bay side last weekend taking on the Wynnum Bugs in three senior matches.

Women’s player of the match Rhiannon Behm. (Supplied)

Talking Sport

Ron Lane

Youth in Noosa sport

Rugby Union

The Noosa Dolphins Rugby Union Club was founded in 1985. It has a rich tradition built on strong bonds and success both on and off the playing field.

As president of Junior Dolphins, Scotty Cains provides an update on key aspects of the club’s distinguished history.

The club was formed after a group of rugby fans from the Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club, bar and bistro, met on a regular basis to socialise and drink. John Ford, who served as the bistro manager and was a rugby enthusiast, participated in the discussion.

“It was right here,” he’d say to anyone willing to listen, pounding his fist on the bar. “Everything happened at this very spot. The group decided to form a club, select a name, and choose its colours.”

The club’s name was simple, but choosing the colours prompted some hesitation. Someone pointed out that this club was their usual spot for drinking and socializing: and John Ford also believed the Surf club would back them. “So why don’t we take the surf club colours of maroon and white and use them,” someone suggested. All agreed, no further discussion needed.

“We would consolidate the club, register the name, and our club colours would be maroon and white.” Every bar manager has a favourite story—this was John Ford’s at Noosa Heads SLSC Supporters Club. It’s a story he would gladly retell whenever asked. A casual gathering of rugby fans unexpectedly led to a significant event in the club’s history.

Most successful clubs in our community have well-organised junior programs. For the Noosa Dolphins their program started in 1990, has grown significantly and is recognized by Queensland Rugby for its popularity within the Noosa area.

“We provide facilities for junior players from U6 to U16/17 Junior Colts and are proud to have one of the largest numbers of junior players on the Sunshine Coast. Many of these players transition through our club pathways into the senior ranks, thus demonstration the strength of our rugby community”

In 2025 13 men and women were selected for the Sunshine Coast Stingrays Representative squad, and 24 junior players from the Noosa Dolphins were chosen to represent the Sunshine Coast in the U12, U13, U14 and U16 age groups.

‘’I believe that the club’s success is largely due to our dedicated volunteers who generously share their knowledge and time with our junior players. From U13s we have non-parent coaches who commit their time to the juniors. Many coaches who played for the club and won senior premierships now mentor our junior teams.

With intergenerational players coming through the club, the Noosa Dolphins family is

truly united. “Our club values of respect, inspiration and connection are evident across the fields, making us a source of pride for the community of Noosa.”

Amateur Boxing

Following the recent achievements of the Team Impact Amateur Boxing Club, led by Head Coach Mark Evans, there is increased interest in identifying the factors that contribute to effective coaching in boxing. In addition to imparting the fundamental science of boxing, instructors must also convey several other critical elements to their students, including defensive techniques, and the importance of effective footwork, among others.

As with all sports, coaching methods and attitudes evolve over time, so modern coaches must adapt and stay informed. It is important for the AIS in Canberra, to stay informed about all areas of sports. It is the awareness that is the lifeblood of sport.

Mark Evans, Head Coach at Impact and Fitness Centre Cooroy, earned Boxing Australia’s Gold Accreditation at the Australian Institute of Sport in Canberra - a distinction held by few in Australia. Mark was one of 10 coaches Australiawide to attend this course.

The four-day intensive course was delivered by national coaches and high-performance staff, covering the following. Advanced technical and tactical knowledge, hand wrapping and cut management, Video analysis and performance breakdown, periodization and strength and conditioning programming, presentation skills for camp, cornering strategies, managing jetlag and travel for competition and finally Integration into the National Coaching Pool.

His resume tells us that he has represented Australia at the highest level in coaching roles for many years. However, this accreditation is yet another amazing achievement to add to his accomplishments in boxing as a high-performance coach. This award ensures that coach Evans is

certified to keep coaching at an international level under Boxing Australia and deliver high performance coaching to all our athletes.

To be selected for such an advanced course speaks volumes for the coach. A supporter of coach Evans once said, “It is not just success at tournaments that has Marks undivided attention, but also his love, care and deep concern for the youth from all levels of our community.”

This person has earned several awards, notably from a senior local police officer. “He has trained and mentored many of our local troubled kids, turned their lives around, led these kids from a life of crime and shown by example a better way to live.”

It only seemed like yesterday but in fact it was several years ago, that coach Evans made the remark, “I honestly believe that there is no such thing as a bad kid: sadly, most of our troubled kids are purely a product of a bad environment.” This comes from a coach who started in a small gym nestled amongst the trees and shrubs off Blueberry Drive, Black Mountain: a gym that in 2018 was rated one of the best amateur boxing clubs in Australia.

This is just another classic example of the sporting clubs and high standard coaching that is available to the youth of our community.

In swimming we have the legendary John Rogers (JR) in martial arts Yoshi Hasegawa Caza Jiu-Jitsu Club, Bryan Dukas Karate Noosa Club (Shotokan) Woogie Marsh of Barbell Weightlifting Club, Wes Burg, national ranked nipper coach Sunshine Beach, Sharlene Kelly kayak coach Noosa Heads.

The list goes on and on. In the clubs where “Football Boots are Required,” what the Noosa Rugby Dolphins and the Noosa Pirates Rugby League are doing for our youth, is definitely a major step in the right direction.

Most importantly parents should become more aware about activities available for young people in the evenings: encouraging participation in sports and recreational opportunities, rather than engaging in potentially harmful behaviours. This could be the first step to, “closing the gates of hell, that for some sons, have been left ajar.”

The cost associated with having young people represent Australia overseas is a well-known consideration. Making people aware that some of Australia’s top coaches are right here, could quickly attract sponsorship opportunities.

Our major hurdle is still and always will be geographical. Our isolation creates financial hardship for many families when competing internationally. Participating in international competitions is a must if their goal is the Olympics: and a possible Olympic medal.

Partnering with 2026 Australian Deaf Games

Sunshine Coast Airport (SCA) has announced a partnership with the 2026 Australian Deaf Games.

The Games are set to take place from 4 -11 July 2026 on the Sunshine Coast, the first time region has hosted the event.

The Australian Deaf Games is the premier multi-sport event for the deaf and hard of hearing community in Australia, featuring 20 sports and attracting more than 1200 participants from across the nation.

SCA chief executive officer Chris Mills said this event showcased athletic prowess and fostered a sense of community, celebrating the achievements of deaf athletes.

“It is one year from today until the opening ceremony and we are honoured to sponsor the 2026 Australian Deaf Games,“ said Mr Mills.

“Our sponsorship reflects our desire to empower individuals of all abilities and promote a

culture of inclusivity.

“Athletes from across Australia will converge on the Sunshine Coast for the event, add-

ing to the region’s reputation as a major sports hub while promoting accessible tourism.

“We believe that sports have the power to unite communities and inspire individuals to reach their full potential.“

The 2026 Australian Deaf Games will feature a diverse range of sports, including bas-

ketball, swimming, athletics, and more.

The event will also include social and cultural activities, providing a platform for the deaf community to connect, share experiences, and celebrate their unique culture.

Project manager for Australian Deaf Games Garry West-Bail said they were excited to be working with Sunshine Coast Airport.

“It’s a professional partnership that’s based around a strong commitment to supporting and ensuring the airport is a welcoming, accessible, and inclusive environment for all,” Mr West-Bail said.

“They have a strong belief in the Games and the legacies that we are all wanting to achieve.

“The partnership will see the airport and associated staff involved in Deaf Awareness Training and the learning of basic Auslan in early 2026.”

The 2026 Australian Deaf Games will feature a diverse range of sports. (Supplied)

The Games are set to take place from 4 -11 July 2026 on the Sunshine Coast.

Noosa Pirates U13 girls at the Hervey Bay carnival. (Supplied)

Life of Brine

Phil Jarratt - philjarratt.com

Farewell to the king aloha

What would you expect from the greatest surf showman of them all but a record-breaking turnout for the final Australian farewell for Jack McCoy at Sydney’s Palm Beach last weekend!

I didn’t make it down for Midget Farrelly’s paddle-out on the same beach nearly a decade ago, but it was Jack, oddly enough, who sent me his drone video of that momentous event. If Jack’s didn’t surpass it, then it was certainly its equal, hundreds upon hundreds of people, from the close circle of family and friends to distant admirers of one man’s legacy and, perhaps more importantly, the aloha he spread throughout our surfing community and beyond.

Led by world champions Layne Beachley, Tom Carroll, Pam Burridge and Mark Occhilupo, and marshalled effectively by Nick Carroll, Maurice Cole and many others, plus the Palm Beach clubbies, the beach farewell was a fiesta of loud aloha shirts, quiet and fond memories, music, dance and a smoking ceremony before the clubbies led the family group out beyond the break in rubber duckies and the rest of us plunged into the icy water and paddled along behind. As Tommy led us through some deep breathing exercises before giving Jack an almighty aloha and the frantic creation of a veil of splashing to send him on his way, I couldn’t hold back another tear for an old mate and colleague who was truly larger than life. Luckily there was so much water flying around that no one noticed.

Back home in Noosa on Sunday night, I dug out a folder that Jack had sent me a long time ago, looking for a couple of pictures to accompany this column. But I also found a text he had written for a project we were toying with, about his beloved Bolex and how it nearly robbed us of his unmatched surf film legacy. Here it is in part:

They say your life flashes before your eyes before you die. Right now mine was flashing before me as I lay on the bottom of Hawaii’s famous Banzai Pipeline reef with what felt like the entire Pacific Ocean holding me underwater.

It was the winter of 1975-76 while I was making my first surfing film. My partner Dick Hoole and I had been distributing surf films in Australia when he put a Bolex 16mm film camera in my hands and said, ‘We know what audiences want, let’s make our own film.’

I’d never shot a roll of film until November 1975. We’d taken a crash course on how to run the camera and had bought some great lenses and a water housing before going to spend the winter at the famous home of the biggest surfable waves in the world, Oahu’s North Shore in Hawaii. I’d shot still photos from the water in Australia and Indonesia, however 16mm filming in Hawaii is a completely different deal, especially with a funky and crude plexiglass housing to keep my beloved Bolex dry.

We’d been shooting for about a month when up came a day with Banzai Pipeline’s Second Reef capping and the inside a solid 10-12 feet. Just getting off the beach and out through the rip to where the waves are breaking is an art unto itself. I’d done it many times surfing and bodysurfing, however, with this lump of water housing, the art is multiplied by 10. Once a big set comes through, knowing that this day most of the sets are four waves, I’d run down to the water with my fins on and jump in just as the fourth was breaking on the reef. The water moving to the beach needs to go out somewhere and that’s where I’d head, towards the rip running out next to the break.

I swim with one arm and the other arm holding the water housing which is like driving with the hand brake on. Both legs kicking like crazy, I make it into what I thought was a safe enough position to put my right eye up to the back of the camera and look through the reflex to site my shot. I chose the first wave of the set because Rory Russell, one of the heroes of the time, was taking off. I got my shot and when I looked up, the next wave was much bigger and swinging much wider outside me.

I’d been pulled into the impact zone by the first wave and was now in the wrong spot at the wrong time and about to be caught inside the wave’s lip. The entire force landed about a foot in front of me. With my water housing floating

like a cork, I couldn’t get deep enough to avoid the worst of the turbulence, but I wrap both arms around it and pull my body into a fetal position. It seems forever before the wave starts to dissipate enough for me to open my eyes and start looking for some light above me.

Just as I hit the surface and get a quarterbreath, the third wave of the set lands right on top of me and knocks what wind and air I have out of me completely. This time I’ve been pushed into one of the rock valleys of the reef and pinned down face up. I can’t go up, can’t go down, can’t go sideways. But you do what you’ve trained for as a kid. You try to relax, conserve what oxygen you have left.

Then I’m hit by another wave, a surfer’s nightmare known as a two-wave hold-down. I start to panic even though I know it’s the worst thing I can do. The next feeling is actually quite peaceful. You start to go into a dream-like state of surrender. And then I’m floating to the surface with no help from me.

I’m seeing stars as I taste the sweet breath of life. I take another, and then another, and then another. Never felt so good.

Jack and his Bolex with housing, Pipeline 1975.

Signed pic from Duke to Jack Jr. (Courtesy McCoy Ohana)

An appropriate tribute tee.

Legend of aloha on the reverse of Duke’s calling card. (McCoy Ohana)

Naomi Young with mum Marilyn and surf legend Rusty Miller. (JB)

Vying for the prize of loudest aloha shirt, Mark Rabbidge, Judy Bray and your columnist.

Occy in town to remember a great mate.

MP slotted in this wonderful Jack shot from the hilltop. (McCoy Ohana)

PROPERTY

NATURAL ATTRIBUTES HEIGHTEN NOOSA APPEAL

PROPERTY MATTERS

ERLE LEVEY

THERE is a reason Noosa is such a sought-after part of Queensland - those early days of winter.

Cool nights bring brilliant days and crystal clear water, the gold of the beaches then the blue and green backdrop of rivers and state forests or national parks.

A property that represents all of this with a northern aspect and design by Stephen Kidd is 78 Noosa Pde, Noosa Heads.

Marketed by Tom Offermann and Luke Chen of Tom Offermann Real Estate, the five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car waterfront house with pool and jetty is set for auction 12pm Saturday, 12 July.

With five bedrooms it provides plenty of space for family and visitors in an ideal location, looking across the river to the bushland of Noosa Spit.

“It is set up really well for children and grandchildren,’’ Luke Chen said.

“Sliding doors to the north open the whole house up - full height to the edges of the house, they provide an incredible open space out to the water.

“The reaction is consistent with everyone who inspects the house. They enter the front door and pass the stone feature wall with the view to the water.

“They all stop in the same spot and say the same thing … ’Wow.’’’

Heavy timber from the old Brisbane wharves has been used in conjunction with glass and stone.

Timber louvres provide for natural airflow and create a beautiful afternoon light.

Interest in the property has been from interstate, including New South Wales and Tasmania, from those posted overseas as well as local.

With a deep-water mooring and views that are never compromised, the luxury residence whispers classic brilliance.

The giant pivoting timber door at entry evokes privacy and mystery.

Multiple living areas of varying scale and mood have soaring double-height ceilings. The

A four-bedroom, three-bathroom, four-car house including furniture and styling package, pool, shed, on 6303sq m at 66 Templeton Way, Doonan, goes to auction Friday, 18 July, at 12pm. (487534)

A four-bedroom, three-bathroom, four-car house including furniture and styling package, pool, shed, on 6303sq m at 66 Templeton Way, Doonan, goes to auction Friday, 18 July, at 12pm. (481399)

fireplace has a sandstone surround, a customised entertainer’s bar is in rosewood and granite, while furnishings comprise micro suede sofas, complementary arm chairs, and hand-crafted timber dining table. A double Vintec wine fridge has been installed, together with two sinks and Miele dishwasher.

Alfresco living is next level with a mosaic-tiled pool suspended and morphing into the river.

An up-to-the-minute artisan galley-style kitchen comes with stone-topped, VJ and rattan cabinetry including an extremely generous island breakfast bar and end block of hand-crafted timber.

Featured are Blum soft-close drawers; Zip hydrotap; Falcon Professional FXP three gas hobs and teppanyaki; Miele dishwasher; Lieberherr fridge; and outdoor kitchen.

A distinctive staircase leads to a mezzaninestyle podium and bedrooms. There are two carpeted bedrooms with undercover terrace, daybeds and north-facing river views including the premier suite retreat. It has a walk-in robe, plantation shutters and granite tiled ensuite.

On the east side is another bedroom or office, while on the west side is a lounge with custom cabinetry.

Adjacent is the north-facing suite retreat with built-in robes plus an ensuite.

On the ground floor are two similarly large bedrooms. The custom bunk room for four has

A four-bedroom, three-bathroom, four-car house including furniture and styling package, pool, shed, on 6303sq m at 66 Templeton Way, Doonan, goes to auction Friday, 18 July, at 12pm. (481399)

built-in robes; the fifth bedroom has a walk-in robe and adjacent store room. Both share a granite-tiled bathroom with pebble-lined bath while plantation shutters look out to the palm-filled garden. A powder room and laundry are also located on this level.

The property has 10.56kW and the furniture is included; inventory with agents.

DOUBLE AUCTION SUCCESS

Peter TeWhata at Tom Offermann Real Estate had two auctions on Saturday, 28 June, and both sold.

The three-bedroom, two-bathroom house with pool at 28 Netherby Rise, Sunrise Beach, was highlighted by an ocean outlook and beautifullycrafted timberwork.

It attracted a solid crowd and bidding. What was noticeable was the late interest in the auction.

“A couple came in late to the auction and registered to bid,’’ Peter said. “A heap came through on the day who hadn’t seen the property until then.’’

Peter sold a nearby property five years ago for $4m and the auction almost passed that.

The interstate buyers have been living in the area. They loved the view, the house, and are planning an extensive renovation.

The four-bedroom, four-bathroom house with pool at 20 White Beech Rd, Noosa Heads, saw three registered bidders and negotiations saw a successful outcome.

A four-bedroom, three-bathroom, four-car house including furniture and styling package, pool, shed, on 6303sq m at 66 Templeton Way, Doonan, goes to auction Friday, 18 July, at 12pm. (487534)

A four-bedroom, three-bathroom, four-car house including furniture and styling package, pool, shed, on 6303sq m at 66 Templeton Way, Doonan, goes to auction Friday, 18 July, at 12pm. (487534)

“It was a beautifully presented home,’’ Peter said. “The hinterland buyers loved the overall appeal of the Elysium estate.

Peter has two more auctions coming on Friday, August 8 - a six-bedroom, four-bathroom house with pool at 34 Orient Dve, Sunrise Beach, with Rebekah Offermann.

Then a three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car house In conjunction with Erica Newton at 11 Smoke Bush Dve, Noosa Heads.

BEACHSIDE APARTMENTS IN DEMAND

Tom Offermann agent Erica Newton wishes she had more two-bedroom, two-bathroom beachside apartments to sell following the demand for 3/38 Avocet Pde, Peregian Beach.

“We had more than 50 groups through the property and several buyers competing for it,’’ Erica said.

“They were a mix of holiday-makers, investors and owner-occupiers from interstate and local.’’

The apartment sold prior to auction with multiple offers submitted.

Melbourne buyers intend to holiday let initially with plans to move into in a few years.

“I’ve been meeting quite a few people looking to buy now and move in a few years.

“It would have been good to have taken it to auction but the buyers wouldn’t wait.

“It will make a great investment as it has council approval already in place for holiday letting.

A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car waterfront house with pool, jetty, at 78 Noosa Pde, Noosa Heads, is set for auction 12pm Saturday, 12 July. (483087)

“There are lots of buyers out at the moment for properties like these. I wish I had a few more to sell.

“It presented well and was in a good beachside location.’’

IDYLLIC ASPECT

A two-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car riverfront apartment 6/80 Noosa Pde, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Saturday, 12 July, at 1pm.

Tiffany Wilson at Tom Offermann Real Estate is marketing the property, in the north-east corner of the tightly-held Commodore complex and with elevated views across the Noosa River, the Noosa Spit, and out to the river mouth.

With a north-facing covered terrace, this endpositioned apartment comes with an open-plan living area with wall-to-wall glass sliding doors.

Light-filled and spacious, the living zone has a dining area, and a modern kitchen, complete with high-end appliances.

Offering a quiet space to retreat to at the end of the day, the main bedroom has stunning river views, a walk-in robe and ensuite, while the second bedroom has a built-in robe and a sitting area or study with space for a third bed.

Commodore Apartments have a riverside swimming pool with outdoor shower and cabana.

Short Term Letting is currently in place with Noosa Shire Council.

IMPECCABLE HINTERLAND HOME

A former Your Town Prize Home at Doonan that has been professionally styled and impeccably presented is being taken to auction on Friday, 18 July, at 12pm.

Kess Prior and Ruth Venning at Hinternoosa are taking the property at 66 Templeton Way to the market.

A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car waterfront house with pool, jetty, at 78 Noosa Pde, Noosa Heads, is set for auction 12pm Saturday, 12 July. (483087)

Set on a private 6303sq m, the four-bedroom, three-bathroom house, pool, and four-car garage comes with a $200,000 furniture and styling package.

“This home has broad appeal,’’ Ruth said, “... from holiday home seekers to luxury downsizers or tree-changers.’’

With commitments elsewhere, winners of a spectacular prize home have reluctantly released it to market.

Set in an exclusive Doonan enclave surrounded by multi-million-dollar homes, this property is accessed by a picturesque tree-lined drive.

The home is positioned to capitalise on the elevated setting and outlook over natural bush.

A modern Queenslander in style, it features timber floors, soaring raked ceilings, and a wide, covered deck wrapping around all four sides.

Features include ceiling fans, ducted airconditioning, gas fireplace, and extensive use of glass to capture the natural light and frame the green views from every room.

The main level has open-plan living with massive bifold doors opening onto the deck.

The kitchen is highlighted by a stylish colour scheme and elegant functionality courtesy of Smeg appliances, including a six-burner gas cooktop and oven, plumbed-in fridge, and massive island bench with breakfast bar.

The main bedroom suite comes complete with seamless access to the deck, a designer ensuite featuring premium finishes, and a spacious walk-in robe crafted for both elegance and function.

This level also has two good-sized bedrooms and a luxurious main bathroom with a deep, freestanding tub.

A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car waterfront house with pool, jetty, at 78 Noosa Pde, Noosa Heads, is set for auction 12pm Saturday, 12 July. (483087)

Downstairs, the guest retreat is perfect for extended family, teens or accommodating visitors.

The grounds have a fully-fenced, lily-covered dam with pump to the gardens.

However, the pool is possibly the standout - with its travertine tile surrounds, shady cabana and decking.

A two-bay shed with fan, sink and toilet would make a great workshop, art studio, games room or home gym.

Additional features include a cubby house, 6.6kW of solar, powered caravan/RV parking, backto-base alarm system abundant water storage, and a double lock-up garage.

SPECTACULAR VIEWS FROM EVERY LEVEL

A whitewashed, modernist, multi-level house at Doonan is set for auction Wednesday, 16 July.

Adrian Reed and Mark Hodgkinson at Reed & Co Estate Agents are taking the 1.013ha property at 74 Foxtail Rise to the market at 12pm,

Offering more than 600sq m of living, the sevenbedroom, three-bathroom house comes with pool and two-car garaging.

In an elevated position with spectacular hinterland views from every level, the architectdesigned home features curved walls, soaring ceilings and black granite flooring.

The sail-shaped pool comes with granite surrounds, lawn and alfresco shower.

Grand open-plan living and dining come with a feature fireplace and custom bar with four wine fridges.

The designer kitchen is highlighted by black granite benchtops, a 1.2m white marble inlay, washed timber island, Smeg six-hob gas cooktop, integrated dishwasher, and tactile white cement

A two-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car riverfront apartment 6/80 Noosa Pde, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Saturday, 12 July, at 1pm. (483087)

splashback.

The primary bedroom suite comes with walk-in robe, private terrace and oversized ensuite with deep bath. Three other bedrooms are on this, the mid level.

On the lower level is a self-contained, threebedroom lower-level apartment with kitchenette, bathroom and living zone.

With white timber slatted ceilings, split-system air conditioning, and dedicated terrace access, this flexible space is ideal for extended family, guests, or independent living.

AUCTION ACTION

SATURDAY, 12 July

Doonan

• 369 Duke Rd: 5bed, 3bath, 8car house, pool, shed, on 8039sq m, 3pm, David Berns 0408 629 438 Fiona Winter 0448 138 667 David Berns Real Estate

Noosa Heads

• 78 Noosa Pde: 5bed, 3bath, 2car waterfront house, pool, jetty, 12pm, Tom Offermann 0412 711 888 Luke Chen 0417 600 840 Tom Offermann Real Estate

• 6/80 Noosa Pde: 2bed, 2bath, 1car riverfront apartment, 1pm, Tiffany Wilson 0468 922 519 Tom Offermann Real Estate

WEDNESDAY, 16 July

Doonan

• 74 Foxtail Rise: 7bed, 3bath, 2car house, pool, on 1.013ha, 12pm, Adrian Reed 0409 446 955 Mark Hodgkinson 0409 484 159 Reed & Co. Estate Agents.

6/80 NOOSA PA RAD E, NO O SAHEAD S

As youstepintothisNoosaSound waterfront apartmentononeofNoosa’smostprizedstreets, NoosaParade, you’reimmediatelygreetedby panoramicviews stretchingacrosstherivertothe iconicNoosaSpitandbeyond.North-facingand filledwithnaturallight,the residence is amasterclass in relaxed coastalliving,momentsfromHastings Street and MainBeach. Morningsbeginwithsoft light

filteringacrossthe water,best enjoyedfrombedor yourprivatecoveredterrace.Theopenplandesign seamlessly connectsindoorstoout—perfectfor entertainingorsimplysoakinginthe ever-changing riveroutlook.Fromthejettyto thevibrantlifestyleon yourdoorstep, everyelementinvites youtoslowdown andsavour.

Auction

Saturday 12July1pm

View

Thursday 11.00-11.30am

Saturday 12.30pm

Agent

TiffanyWilson 0468922519

tiffany@offermann.com.au

7W ITTAC IRCLE , NOOS AH EAD S

Bahamas-inspiredluxury,designed by acclaimed architectNoelRobinson.The remarkablesightmere moments to HastingsStreetispoisedon a20midyllic north-facingwaterfrontwithwhite-sandtidalbeach, luminescentpool,pontoonjetty,neighbouringpark plusoneacrossthe waterway. Theaudaciousfacadeof river stone,Spanish ceramicbreezeblocksandforged ironentrygates,has awalkwayfringedbypalms.Inside,

oneminuteitdistilssophistication,allcocktail-cool withanafter-five air,thenextitcastsoff itsbestdress andbecomes awarmandvitalbackdropofabundant livingareas.Admireravishinggallery-style walls,serious clerestory-heightglass,andabundantlightshadow dancingacrossseeminglyendlesstravertine floors

Auction Saturday26July12pm

View Saturday11.00-11.30

Agent EricSeetoo 0419757770 eric@offermann.com.au

Agent TomOffermann 0412711888 tom@offermann.com.au

139 CO OY AR ST REET , NO OS AH EADS

ImpeccablypositionedinoneofNoosa’smostdesirable enclaves,Thisfour-bedroom, two-bathroom residence is astatementinmodern coastallivingoffering comfort, style,andunprecedentedproximitytoeverything Noosahas to offer.

Fromthemoment youstepinside,theatmosphere isoneof refinementandease.As youriseintothe heartofthehome,an expansivekitchenislandwith

EmbassyStonebenchtop takescentrestage,anchoring theresidenceinwhatit valuesmost: connection, conversation,andentertainment.

Oneofthehallmarkfeaturesofthishomethough isitsproximity. Fromthebeaches to theboutiques’, everythingNoosaisknownforisjustminutes away. This istherareprivilegeofcentrallivinginNoosa,without compromise,thatmanydesirebut veryfewattain.

Auction Saturday 26July1pm View Saturday 10.00-10-30

Agent BeauLamshed 0402699303 beau@offermann.com.au

11 LITTLE CO VEROAD , NO O SAHEADS

PictureirresistibleLittle Covewithitssqueakywhite sand,where the vast skyand CoralSeameldinto one andmeremoments away,sequesteredostensibly withintheforeververdantNoosaNational Park, isequallybreathtaking.Itisaboast-worthydress circle corneraddresswith abrilliantpitch-perfect audaciousdesignmasterfullycuratedandasmodern as tomorrow.Playingwithdoubleheightvoidswith

endlessglassensuringlashingsoflightandair cascade throughoutincludingmultiplelivingspaces,promoting natural coolingandmaximisingviews.Theinspired thoughtfullydesigned residenceisevocativeyet sensualwithabsolutehigh-end finishes, finessed to thenthdegree.

Auction Saturday2 August2pm

View Saturday10.00-10.30

Agent TomOffermann 041271188 tom@offermann.com.au

Agent RebekahOffermann 0413044241 rebekah@offermann.com.au

72 TINGIRACRESCE N T, SUNRISEBEACH

What’snottolove about anorth-facingclassicpole homewhichis cossetedinadune,oozesbeachside character,whilethesightsas wellasthesoundsof wavesbreakingonshore,areenjoyedfromevery room.Checkthewhite tipsfrombed,grabthekids, boardsandfour-footer,openthe reargardengateand 180-metresvia apathway,it’ssinktoesintosqueaky whitesand.Justsomeofthejoysoflivingthegood

lifeina verytightlyheldstreetofSunriseBeach.Built as alabouroflove andenduringfamilymemories, livingareason two levelsbenefitfromloftyvoidsand slide awaydoorsevokinglayers ofnaturallightasthey morphintoundercoverterraces.Entertainingisa breeze,andthosemajesticbeachviewsaresensory.

Auction Saturday9 August 12pm

View Saturday& Wednesday11.00-11.30

Agent TracyRussell 0413319879 tracy@offermann.com.au

Agent Tim McSweeney 0411122331 tim@offermann.com.au

48 THEPENINSULA , NOOS AW AT ERS

Thereare manythingsinlifethat evokeimmediate purejoy andenvy.Visualisean exclusive deepsapphire blue waterway,anexclusivepeninsularculdesac locationmorphingacross awhopping1083m2block, a41m waterfront,gunbarrelnorth-facingviewsand asprawlinglaid-backresidencewithwhispers of Palm Springs.Admirethe eye-catchingwhite façade,genius designwithmultipleandimmeasurablelivingspaces

of varyingscaleandmoods,whilestealingthelimelight andblurringthelines to alfrescoisbeyond expectation. Thinkopportunitygoldbyreimagingcontemporary living, totallyredefiningluxuryasmodernas tomorrow or adare-to-bedifferentshowstopper by arenowned Australian avantgardearchitect.

Auction Saturday2 August12pm

View Saturday2.00-2.30 &Wednesday11.00-11.30

Agent RebekahOffermann 0413044241 rebekah@offermann.com.au

Agent TomOffermann 0412711888 tom@offermann.com.au

310/71 HASTING SS TREET , NOOSAHEAD S

Thisisundoubtedly apinch-memoment!

Pictureatoplevel5-starapartment,apeerless incomparablepositionseveralbeach towel-lengths away frompearlescentsand,aspirit-stirring rooftop terrace,theheavenlyfragranceofsalty breezesand steered by nature’s canvasofa mesmerisingeverchangingartworkfromNoosaMainBeachtotheriver mouth,acrossthemegawatt-lustrousLagunaBay,

overtothe ColouredSandsandbeyond.Dresscircle HastingsStreetistheultimatesophisticatedaddress. Abevyofrestaurants, cafes,gelaterias,bars,art galleriesandboutiquesareliterallyonthedoorstep;it is afew minutesalongtheboardwalk toworldfamous NoosaNational ParkandSurfingReserve.Thisbeautiful apartmentredefinesbeachsidemagic.Witha sprinkle of romancetoo!

Price $6.95M

Agent NicHunter 0421785512 nic@offermann.com.au

1/37 NOOSADR I VE , NOOS AH EAD S

Fromtheeasyaccessviaanelevatorinthesecure garage to theall-on-onelevellivingspace,this apartmentoffersholidaysfromheavenorlongterm residence.Thelargestinthecomplexat189sqm,ithas anicelyseparatedmasterbedroomsuiteopeningtoa charmingsecluded terrace witharattanfanand awall mountedheater.Two morebedroomsontheeastern sidealsoopen to asunny areawith afreestanding

hammock.Beautifullyfurnishedinthe“Raffles” style, theapartmentalsoboastsanallwhitechef’skitchen withglossybenchtopslit by alongwindowtothe privateterrace.Thereisair conditioning to theentire apartmentandfansin every room. Asuperlarge heatedpoolinthecomplex has akiddiesendandthere is aspaalongside.It’s alovely 5minutestrolltothe beachandthejoysofHastingsSt. A 3 B 2

Price $2.75M

View Saturday 12.00-12.30

Agent Tim McSweeney 0411122331 tim@offermann.com.au

13/2 HASTINGS ST REET , NOOSAHEAD S

Discovertheepitomeofhiddentreasure,a coolchicmecca nestledbetween itsHastingsStreetaddress,verdantNoosa WoodsandtheNoosaRiver.Think impressiveviewsfromthe terraceandbeingmerefootstepsalongtheriverfrontto the residents-onlyjettyforbestsunsetslookingalongtheNoosaSound waterways, andbeyond toMtCooroy

Note the roomyopenplanlivingspaceswithbrightnaturallightsteaminginfrom alldirections.Pushasidethedoors, toreveal acoalescence,albeitan extensionof indoorstotheundercoverterrace.Itaffordsbeautifulriverviews,also averdant backdropoflushNoosa Woods,wherea walk to theNoosaRivermouthanddoggy beach,orthequietendofNoosaMainBeach,issheerjoy.

A 2 B 2 C 1

Price $2.55M View Saturday 1.00-1.30

Agent JesseStowers 0414367282

jesse@offermann.com.au

2/14 WYANDRA ST REET , NOOSAHEADS

Bold,beautiful,andbrandnew— this PalmSprings-inspired residencedelivers next-levelluxuryintheheartofNoosaHeads.Designed byMoltiandbuilt by Archendwithsolid concreteconstruction,itpairstimeless strengthwithstriking contemporary style.Soaring ceilings,full-heightglassand acrisp coastalpalette createanairy,light-filledsanctuary flowingseamlesslytoalfrescoterracesanda shimmeringpool.Thecustomkitchenis adreamwithporcelain finishes,butler’s pantry,integratedappliances,andbuilt-indining.Entertainin style,relaxin total privacy,andenjoybeingjustminutesfromNoosaJunction,HastingsStreet,and world-classbeaches.

It’stheperfectfusionofdesigner flair,functionality,andunbeatablelifestyleappeal.

A

4 B 3 C 2 D

Price $3.6M

View

Saturday &Wednesday 12.00-12.30

Agent JesseStowers 0414367282

jesse@offermann.com.au

LUXE LIVING ON DUKE

FRAMED by lush, manicured, tropical gardens, ornate stonework and expansive decking, this elegant contemporary home combines the perfect mix of relaxation and entertaining with function. Only a hop, skip and a jump from picturesque Ferris Park, nestled on the quiet leafy end of Duke Street, the residence is within an easy stroll of village eateries, surf club, and pristine white sands of Sunshine Beach.

One of the enticing attractions of this home is the multiple outdoor spaces to be enjoyed. Whether you’re sampling the delights of a morning relaxing by the pool, or perhaps a late afternoon aperitif on the front verandah with close friends, this residence is a major promoter of fine alfresco living.

The home is a direct reflection of the owners uber sense of style and attention to detail. The formal entry area on ground level leads through Shoji doors into a family room that serves as an additional living space or study, with lock up garage and storage also located on this level.

The upper level is as functional as it is elegantly stunning offering three bedrooms, two bathrooms and open plan living across quality hardwood timber flooring. The kitchen is well equipped to entertain, with stone benches, quality Bosch appliances and servery opening onto a generous covered deck at the front that wraps around to the rear deck, with direct access to European laundry and inground heated pool complete with covered poolside pavilion.

Tom Offermann Real Estate’s Rob Spencer enthuses, “Central Sunshine Beach has always been thought of as one of the premium

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precincts in the suburb, not just because it is ideally located in relation to the village and beach, but because of the tranquil and ambient nature of the natural surrounds on offer.

This quality home blends perfectly into these surrounds and promotes the potential of many

happy occasions being shared by the fortunate purchasers.

Features:

• Land size 481m2

• Lush, manicured tropical gardens.

• Wrap-around decking

• Multiple outdoor spaces.

• Office/family room

• Heated resort style pool and pavilion

• Timber floors, ceiling fans

• Ducted air-conditioning,

• Quality Kitchen finishes, stone benchtops

Address: 4 Duke Street, SUNSHINE BEACH Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: $2.7M Inspect: Saturday 12 July- 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Contact: Rob Spencer 0408 710 556, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

IRRESISTIBLE RIVERSIDE BRILLIANCE ON OFFER

BOASTING a deep-water mooring, incredible gun-barrel views which are never compromised, and enjoying a northerly aspect across a wide and tranquil reach of the Noosa River to a pristine stretch of bushland, is an incomparable luxury residence with whispers of classic brilliance.

Entry is via a walkway and courtyard garden with giant pivoting timber door evoking privacy and mystery. Open to reveal the ambitious work of formidable quality, organic materials including aged timbers (sourced from the old Brisbane Wharves), Italian limestone, cedar and rattan.

Boundless multiple living areas, of varying scale and mood, have soaring double height ceilings. The fireplace has a sandstone surround, a customised entertainer’s bar in rosewood and granite obviously takes its cue from a mega yacht, similarly sumptuous cream micro suede sofas, complementary arm chairs, lavish-hand crafted timber dining table with comfy chairs, custom console and accessories.

Blurring the lines naturally from indoors to out exemplifying the adage of living loving the good life every day, are disappearing sliders stretching the width of the northern side, divulging unimpeded connections to the capacious entertaining terrace with statement Pandanus, outdoor kitchen, dining and leisure furniture. Next level alfresco is the luminescent mosaic-tiled pool ostensively suspended and morphing into the river.

Custom day beds with clever mirror-paned backs reflecting the long water view are the perfect place to drink in the moody theatrics at sunset, as the fiery vermillion orb is replaced by the moon’s glow mirrored over the indigo-hued Noosa River. And why not jump into the boat moored on the jetty and spend the day fishing in the upper reaches of the Noosa River near The Everglades.

It is obvious, the up-to-the-minute artisan galley-style kitchen with stone-topped, VJ and rattan cabinetry including an extremely generous island breakfast bar and end block of hand-crafted timber, naturally has all the latest appliances and every accoutrement desired by the consummate entertainer – even Nigella Lawson!

A distinctive staircase leads to a mezzaninestyle podium and blissful dream zones. There are two carpeted bedrooms with undercover terrace, daybeds and north-facing river views including the premier suite retreat. It has a walkin robe, plantation shutters and granite tiled ensuite. On the east side is another bedroom, or is it an office while, on the west side is a lounge

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with sink-into sofas and custom cabinetry. Adjacent is the north-facing suite retreat with built-in robes plus an ensuite styled as per the previous.

On the ground floor are two similarly large bedrooms. The custom bunk room for four has built-in robes; the fifth bedroom has a walk-in robe and adjacent store room; both share a granite-tiled bathroom with pebble lined bath to soak away the blues; and plantation shutters look out to the palm-filled garden. A powder room and laundry are also located on this level.

“There’s simply nothing like living or investing in a rare gem, located in the privileged, private front row on the waterfront,” enthuses Tom Offermann Real Estate’s Luke Chen and Principal Tom Offermann. “And it’s mere minutes to Hastings Street’s beachside restaurants, cafes and bars”.

Insider Intel:

• Land Area: 611m2

• Internal/External Areas: 430m²/41m²

• Waterfrontage: 19.8m deep water; nth facing

• Jetty: Fixed jetty + 6.6m x 1.5m pontoon with lights & shower

• Pool: 5.9m x 3.8m horizon edge & heated; sandstone wall w water feature

• Terrace: main incl 2 undercover off living w heating; statement Pandanus w fairy lights; 3xcustom day beds - 2 abut waterfront, 1 on side w mirror-paned back; dining & leisure furniture

• About: Stephen Kidd Design 2001; recently refurbished to highest standard; organic materials throughout incl aged timbers, Italian limestone, cedar & rattan; massive custom lime washed timber door into foyer; lined ceiling 5.3m void w skylights & sandstone walls; Sonos sound system indoors/out; lime washed plantation shutters; fans/aircon; powder room; laundry w AEG washer & dryer; 2-car garage incl storeroom & kayak storage

• Living: Jetmaster fireplace w sandstone surround; bespoke entertainers wet bar w Rosewood & granite, dble Vintec wine fridge; 2 sinks; Miele dishwasher; 2 cream Jardin nusuede sofas; armchairs; giant T-chest, Opium Bed coffee table; hand crafted timber dining table w 10 rattan chairs & custom console; custom study niche beside stairs; hideaway doors across width to terrace

• Kitchen: artisan galley w stone topped VJ & rattan cabinetry incl 4.5m island w cedar feature end block; pantry; stone splashback; Blum soft close drawers; Zip hydrotap; Falcon Professional FXP 3 x gas hobs + teppanyaki; Miele dishwasher; Lieberherr fridge; outdoor kitchen w BBQ integrated stone bench

• Bedrooms: total 5; upstairs off mezzanine 2 w undercover terrace, daybeds & nth-facing river views incl premier suite retreat w walk-in robe & ensuite; eastside 1 w cabinetry/desk; west side - carpeted lounge w sofas & custom cabinetry; adjacent suite retreat w BIR & ensuite; ground level - custom design 4 bunks + BIR; 5th bedroom/study w WIR + adjacent store room; both share granite-tiled bathroom w plantation shutters & pebble lined bath; looks out to palm-filled garden

• Exterior: private walled front garden w seating & walkway to entry; solar 10.56kW; outdoor shower

• Inventory: furniture inclusive; inventory w agent

• Short Term Letting (STA): Currently in place w Noosa Shire Council

• Location: Noosa Parade only Noosa Sound street w deep water mooring, & no height restrictions for boats; 7-min walk to Hastings St & Noosa Main Beach, few mins more along boardwalk to Noosa National Park & world recognised Surfing Reserve; short walk to Ricky’s Restaurant & Riverbar; long water views; to east is Hastings Street, west along Noosa River & beyond is Cooroy Mountain

Address: 78 Noosa Parade, NOOSA HEADS Auction: Saturday 12 July, 12pm

Description: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage

Inspect: Friday 4.00-4.30pm & Saturday prior to auction 11.30am

Contact: Tom Offermann 0412 711 888 and Luke Chen 0417 600 840, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

Coastal Luxury, Opposite the Sand

Welcome to 22 Peregian Esplanade, where refined architecture meets the raw beauty of the Pacific Ocean. Positioned along one of the Sunshine Coast's most tightly held esplanades, this home offers the rare privilege of expansive ocean views, and a lifestyle that is truly unmatched.

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this four-bedroom residence spans two luxurious levels, showcasing light-filled interiors, clean architectural lines, and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow that captures the essence of relaxed coastal living.

The open-plan living and dining area is framed by floor-to-ceiling glass and spills effortlessly onto a covered alfresco terrace — the perfect setting for long lunches, evening cocktails, or simply watching the waves roll in. At the heart of the home, the designer kitchen features premium stone surfaces, integrated appliances, and a butler's pantry, making it as practical as it is beautiful. An elevator with brushed stainless steel doors adds a touch of sophistication and convenience, effortlessly connecting each level of the home.

Outside, a private magnesium swimming pool is bordered by lush tropical landscaping and timber decking, offering a resort-style retreat just steps from the sand.

4 2 3

22 Peregian Esplanade, Peregian Beach

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

Closing Friday 18th July 2025

AGENTS

David Conolly 0438 259 956 Mike Hay 0417 624 059

WUNYA – Zen Minimalism Meets Mediterranean Soul

Nestled just a minute’s walk from the white sands of Little Cove Beach and the lush trails of Noosa National Park, Wunya is a once in a lifetime opportunity and remarkable brand new residence where wellness, design, and nature exist in perfect balance. This architectural sanctuary fuses Zen-inspired simplicity with Mediterranean warmth to offer a living experience that is both grounding and elevated. It’s not just a home — it’s thoughtfully designed to support the mind, body, and spirit. Every detail at Wunya has been selected to enhance wellbeing and comfort.

Designed for flexibility and comfort, this spacious home features up to seven bedrooms, three bathrooms, and multiple living zones —including an upstairs retreat—and a two-car garage complete with EV charging capabilities. At the heart of the outdoor experience is a self-cleaning, heated magnesium lap pool with powerful swim jets — perfect for both relaxation and performance. Wellness amenities include a hydrogen hot/cold plunge and a Cell State infrared, red light, and hot coal sauna. Wunya is a home defined not only by what’s visible, but by what’s intentionally hidden — where technology supports wellness, and every finish, fixture, and space has been designed for longevity, serenity, and sensory softness. Whether you're swimming at sunrise, or sharing a meal in the warm glow of evening light, Wunya invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect — with yourself and the world around you.

Mitti Street, Noosa Heads

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

Closing Friday 1st August 2025

AGENTS

David Conolly 0438 259 956

Mike Hay 0417 624 059

ARCHITECTURALLY DESIGNED, LIFESTYLE LIVING

JUST 10 years young, this architecturally designed home has been thoughtfully built for the Queensland climate, with a seamless indoor-outdoor flow that opens to a spacious entertaining deck and magnesium pool-perfect for your morning cuppa or afternoon drinks, all set against a peaceful bushland backdrop.

Ideally located in a quiet, family-friendly neighbourhood, you’re only minutes from local shopping centres, quality public and private schools, and a short drive to the Noosa River precinct. Walking tracks are literally at your back door.

Property Features:

• 3 extra-large bedrooms, including a master with spa ensuite and walk-in shower

• Open-plan living and dining area, with high ceilings throughout

• Separate media room and kitchen with a fully equipped butler’s pantry

• Zoned ducted air conditioning and ceiling fans throughout

• 13.3kW solar power system (recently serviced)

• Filtered water system in pantry

• Magnesium pool for relaxed, low-chemical swimming

• Integrated speaker system indoors and on the outdoor deck

• Integrated internet and modem capacity for enhanced coverage

• Abundant internal and external storage

• Secure external workshop/shed

• Double lock-up garage

This home offers the perfect blend of comfort, practicality, and lifestyle appeal. Whether you’re a young couple, empty nesters, or an investor seeking a premium location with easy access to Noosaville, Doonan, Eumundi, the Bruce Highway, and the Sunshine Motorwaythis home is a must to inspect.

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Address: 69 Lake Entrance Boulevard, NOOSAVILLE Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2

Contact: Tanya Taylor 0400 220 580, CENTURY 21

WHERE LOCATION, LIFESTYLE, AND OCEAN VIEWS MEET AUCTION ON-SITE

THIS SATURDAY 12TH JULY 3PM

• Prestigious Duke Road location, offering privacy, tranquillity, and a luxurious lifestyle

• Breathtaking ocean views from every deck, complemented by spectacular sunrises

• Beautifully renovated with a fresh, modern design, enhancing the home’s natural light and flow

• Expansive open-plan kitchen, flowing effortlessly to outdoor entertaining spaces

• Beautifully designed heated resort pool and landscaped outdoor area, ideal for relaxation and entertaining

• The home office and gym effortlessly combine work and wellness

5 3 8

SATURDAY 2ND AUGUST 4PM

• 6 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 10 Cars

• Very Private and Peaceful

• 16.28 Hectares 2 Spring fed dams

• Exclusive position on Cooroy Mountain

• Architecturally built home

• Award winning home

DOONAN AUCTION THIS SATURDAY

LOCATED on one of the most prestigious streets in Doonan, this stunning private residence offers vast ocean vistas set against lush natural surroundings. Designed for tranquillity and relaxation, this home provides the ultimate retreat. This beautiful, recently renovated home boasts open-plan living spaces that flow seamlessly onto expansive decks, each designed to capture breathtaking ocean views - a perfect blend of nature and modern comfort. The stylish kitchen, complete with stone benchtops and high-end appliances, makes entertaining effortless. The master suite features a spacious ensuite, a generous walk-in robe, and direct access to a deck, allowing you to take in the beautiful surroundings. Additional bedrooms are well-proportioned, including a self-contained bedroom with a private bathroom downstairs, ideal for guests or extended family. Designed with clean, modern lines and seamless indoor-outdoor integration, the home maximises natural light and space. For those who need extra workspace or storage, the 150sqm Colourbond shed is a standout feature. It includes a separate air-conditioned office and gym, both independently zoned, as well as additional

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car accommodation. Outside, the resort style heated pool invites year-round enjoyment, while the fire pit creates a cozy atmosphere for winter gatherings, offering

the ultimate balance of home, relaxation, and entertainment. Situated in the heart of the Noosa Hinterland, this property is just a short drive to Noosa Heads, Noosa River, renowned

restaurants, Peregian Beach, Eumundi, and its famous markets. A move-in-ready sanctuary offering the perfect balance of luxury, privacy, and convenience.

Address: 369 Duke Road, DOONAN Description: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 8 garage Inspect: Saturday, 12 July 2pm-3pm Auction: On-site this Saturday 12 July, 3pm

Contact: David Berns 0408 629 438 Fiona Winter 0448 138 667, DAVID BERNS REAL ESTATE

A SERENE AND SOPHISTICATED LIFESTYLE

TUCKED away on a peaceful street, this harmoniously designed home offers a serene and sophisticated lifestyle

Enter via the timber walk way that overlooks a tranquil internal courtyard with a birch tree setting the tone for this tranquil oasis.

The property is thoughtfully arranged across two pavilions—the main residence and a selfcontained studio—both embracing the private north-facing tropical lap pool. Dark chocolatestained timber floors flow throughout the open-plan living area, where expansive stacker doors open out to the patio space, blurring the line between indoors and out and providing a serene, light-filled space infused with a sense of Zen.

The kitchen is a chef’s delight, appointed with Caesarstone bench-tops, a central island, a gas cooktop, Westinghouse air fryer oven combo, Miele dishwasher, plumbed fridge, and ample cabinetry. Ideal for both entertaining and daily life.

The sunken master suite is privately positioned at the rear of the home, creating a peaceful escape with air conditioning, a generous walk-through wardrobe, and a

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luxurious ensuite featuring a big deep bath, separate shower, wide basin, and toilet. This restful retreat overlooks the sparkling pool, offering a resort-like atmosphere year-round. The separate studio, complete with its own entrance, ensuite, air conditioning, ceiling fan,

and tea/coffee facilities, is perfect for guest accommodation, a home office, or a potential income-generating rental.

This unique property offers flexibility for a small home business, multi-generational living, or dual-occupancy investment potential. Ideally

Address: 41 Arkana Drive, NOOSA HEADS Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: Contact Agent Inspect: Contact Agent

Contact: Adam Watts 0410 512 364 and Michelle van der Splinter 0413 582 670, WATTS PROPERTY GROUP

located just minutes from Noosa’s premier lifestyle destinations—Noosa Junction, Hastings Street, Main Beach, Gympie Terrace—and close to local schools, shops, and sporting facilities.

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED HOME

THIS immaculate home has been extensively renovated and presents as new with a fresh coastal design and pristine finishes. Separate home office with garden courtyard. Potential for dual living, or run a business from home options all positioned in a quiet, leafy crescent with space to entertain and room to grow.

Light-filled and spacious, the home has an ideal layout for modern living. The open plan lounge and dining area has beautiful flooring and a crisp white interior. Centrally located, the streamline kitchen has quality appliances, stone benchtops, pendant lighting and an island bench with room for seating.

Large gatherings are easy as the living area extends to both the front terrace and the fulllength verandah where you can enjoy tranquil garden views. Three bedrooms with built-in robes, a laundry, and a contemporary bathroom

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complete this level. Offering plenty of grassed space for the kids to play on, the backyard has established

trees and manicured gardens. With garage and carport parking, there is more than enough room for the boat, caravan, and multiple cars.

At the back of the carport, there is a separate home office with its own courtyard providing a quiet space to work from home.

On the ground level, the fourth bedroom has a private ensuite and kitchenette. As it also has separate exterior access, this level could be utilised as a dual living space, main bedroom, teenager’s retreat, accommodation for extended family, or another living area according to your needs.

Positioned at the end of a lovely cul-de-sac, you can enjoy the peace and serenity of the neighbourhood while shops, cafes, schools, and award-winning beaches are just a short drive away. All the hard work has been done and now this home is awaiting its new forever family. If you are an investor this makes perfect sense as a long term investment with so many amenities at your door step.

Address: 19 Val Crescent, NOOSAVILLE Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: $1.5M Inspect: Saturday 12th July, 10.00AM -10.30AM

Contact: Damien Styring 0409 685 211, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

GlitteringPrizeintheHeartoftheNoosaHinterland

•StunningmodernQueenslanderon6,303m2

•$200,000furnitureandelectricalpackage,ductedA/C

•Timber floors, wool carpets,high ceilings, fireplace

•Openplan, coveredwraparounddeck,6.6kwsolar

•Stunningmodernkitchen,elegantbathrooms

Bed 4 Bath 3 Car 4 Pool AuctionFri18thJulyat12pmOnSite Land

View Sat11:15-11:45AM

•Masterwithensuite/WIR,downstairsguestretreat

•Gorgeousgrounds,resort-stylepoolarea

•2-bay poweredshedwith fan,sink &toilet

•10minstoEumundi,16 to NoosaHeads

OPENHOMES

Boreen Point

Saturday12thJuly

11.00AM -11.30AM20UranganStreet 222 O/O$845,000 Cons.Laguna RealEstate0412043880

Cooroy

Saturday12thJuly

9.30AM -10.00AM 15 MaryRiver Road 418 SeriousOffersConsideredHinternoosa0449921662

CooroyMountain

Saturday12thJuly

11.00AM -1.00PM 120TunbaCourt 64 10 Auction2ndAugust4pmDavidBernsRealEstate0408629438

Noosaville

Thursday10thJuly

1.00PM -1.30PM7/152Noosa Parade 221 $1,200,000 Laguna RealEstate0407379893

Saturday12thJuly

9.30AM-10.00AM61/185-187GympieTerrace 21+1 $795,000 Laguna RealEstate0412043880 10.00AM-10.30AM 19ValCrescent 422 $1,500,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0409685211

10.00AM-10.30AM1/297GympieTerrace1 11 Price Reduced.Now$1,500,000 Laguna RealEstate0407379893

11.00AM-11.30AM5/265GympieTerrace3 21 O/O$1,800,000 Cons.Laguna RealEstate0407379893 12.00PM-12.30PM5/112-114 HiltonTerrace 321 O/O$1,500,000 Cons.Laguna RealEstate0407379893 1.00PM -1.30PM5/1HowardStreet2 21 $2,750,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0475804467 2.00PM-2.30PM48The Peninsula 433 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0413044241

Tuesday15thJuly

11.15AM -11.45AM66TempletonWay4 34 AuctionHinternoosa0404344399

2.00PM -3.00PM369DukeRoad5 38 Auction12thJuly3pmDavidBernsRealEstate0408629438

Eumundi

Saturday12thJuly

12.00PM -12.45PM63-73Eumundi Range Road 865 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0402699303 NoosaHeads

4.00PM -4.30PM78Noosa Parade5 32 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0417 600840 Saturday12thJuly

10.00AM -10.30AM 11 SmokeBushDrive3 22 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0423972034

10.00AM -10.30AM 11 LittleCoveRoad4 42 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0413 044241

10.00AM -10.30AM 139CooyarStreet 422 Auction

11.00AM -11.30AM 7WittaCircle 442 Auction

TomOffermannRealEstate0402699303

TomOffermannRealEstate0419 757770

11.00AM -11.45AM30AllambiStreet 322 O/O$2,300,000 Cons.Laguna RealEstate0428711163

11.30AM -12.00PM78Noosa Parade5 32 Auction

12.00PM -12.30PM2/14WyandraStreet 432 $3,600,000

12.00PM -12.30PM21/16SerenityClose 322 Auction

TomOffermannRealEstate0417 600840

TomOffermannRealEstate0414 367282

TomOffermannRealEstate0413 044241

12.00PM -12.30PM1/37NoosaDrive3 21 $2,750,000 TomOffermannRealEstate0411 122331

12.30PM -1.00PM16/16SerenityClose 322 $3,600,000

12.30PM -1.00PM6/80Noosa Parade2 21 Auction

1.00PM -1.30PM 13/2HastingsStreet 221 $2,550,000

2.00PM -2.30PM7/25AllambiRise 321 ContactAgent

Wednesday16thJuly

TomOffermannRealEstate0413 044241

TomOffermannRealEstate0468922519

TomOffermannRealEstate0414 367282

TomOffermannRealEstate0419 757770

11.00AM -11.30AM 11 SmokeBushDrive 322 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0423972034

12.00PM -12.30PM21/16SerenityClose 322 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0413 044241

NoosaNorthShore

Saturday12thJuly

11.00AM -12.00PM

12.00PM-12.30PM5/265GympieTerrace3 21 O/O$1,800,000 Cons.Laguna RealEstate0407379893

Wednesday16thJuly

11.00AM-11.30AM5/112-114 HiltonTerrace 321 O/O$1,500,000 Cons.Laguna

11.00AM-11.30AM48The Peninsula 433 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0413044241 11.00AM-11.30AM17WyunaDrive 422

12.00PM-12.30PM214/299WeybaRoad2 11 $750,000 Laguna RealEstate0407379893 1.00PM -1.30PM7/152Noosa Parade 221

Thursday17thJuly

12.00PM-12.30PM 19/173-175GympieTerrace

PeregianBeach

Saturday12thJuly

12.00PM-12.30PM1/20Oriole Avenue

-1.30PM36CurrawongCrescent

Pomona

Saturday12thJuly

9.00AM-9.30AM10MillStreet 521 Offers Over$1,750,000 ConsideredLaguna RealEstate0421283951 10.00AM-10.30AM 158PomonaConnectionRd 623 ContactAgentLaguna

SunriseBeach

Saturday12thJuly

9.00AM-9.30AM34OrientDrive

Wednesday16thJuly

10.00AM-10.30AM34OrientDrive

OPENHOMES

NoosaHeads

AuctionDiary

Noosaville Saturday2nd August

TIMELESS, ICONIC QUEENSLAND STYLE

DISCOVER the charm and allure of this expansive five-bedroom, two-bathroom Queenslander home, ideally located just 2 minutes from the town of Pomona in the Noosa Hinterland. Built in 1912 this stunning home has been tastefully renovated with traditional architectural features and finishes such as timber floorboards, traditional VJ walls and soaring ceilings bringing timeless charm to this much-loved home.

Ideal for large families or those wanting separation, this home has so many rooms for you to relax and enjoy. Upon entry you will see the open plan dining and lounge area, perfect for long dinner parties or a place for the family to spend the evening together to unwind after a long day.

The master bedroom has its own entry to the expansive verandah and boasts a walk-in robe and ensuite with a freestanding claw bathtub. Access from the ensuite to a separate sitting area is the ideal retreat for those wanting their own space to simply enjoy a book or absorb the stunning views on offer.

The country style galley kitchen boasts

HOME ESSENTIALS

solid wooden cabinetry with storage galore, an appliance cupboard, under bench oven, induction hot plate and dishwasher. There is plenty of bench space with a large wooden benchtop running from one end of the kitchen to the other. Thoughtfully positioned in the middle of the home the kitchen is easily accessible from different living spaces.

The large family room effortlessly flows onto the entertaining deck overlooking the lap pool

with water feature. In addition, the deck has fabulous views over the manicured gardens, lawn, and the kid’s playground area where the children will want to spend most of their time, if not then in the pool.

Set on a beautifully maintained 1.25-acre block, this property offers a mix of country living with a host of lifestyle features. Collect fresh eggs from your own chicken coop and harvest from multiple established asian vegetable

gardens.

The land also includes a dam, a garden shed, as well as perch and Cod farms — ideal for anyone seeking a self-sufficient lifestyle or hobby farm.

Only 35 minutes from Noosa’s Main Beach whether you are looking for a family home, a peaceful retreat, or a lifestyle property with room to grow, this Hinterland haven delivers it all.

Address: 10 Mill Street, POMONA Description: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: Offers Over $1,750,000 Considered Inspect: Saturday 9-9.30am

Contact: Craig Taylor 0421 283 951, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

RIVERFRONT UNIT, USE OF EXCLUSIVE JETTY

THIS is one of the best Gympie Terrace deals around! Use of an exclusive jetty on the Noosa River with a stunning ground floor unit thrown in!

Nestled in the boutique complex *The Anchorage*—home to just eight in-demand residences—this stunning ground floor unit offers an unparalleled Noosa River lifestyle.

Enjoy breathtaking river views across the sparkling pool with direct access to the private jetty for effortless waterfront living. Imagine taking your boat to Hastings Street for brekkie or an early morning dip in the refreshing waters of Main Beach - or navigating up to the unique attractions of the North Shore.

With low body corporate fees, pet friendly policies, and flexible live-in or rental options, this property is the perfect “bolthole” at the tranquil eastern end of Gympie Terrace.

Additional features include:

• Ground-floor convenience with a lock-up garage and storage

• Easy stroll to Noosaville’s vibrant restaurant and cafe precinct

• Pool in the complex

• A rare opportunity to secure a prime slice of Noosa paradise—don’t miss out!

FEATURES YOU’LL LOVE:

• Unit includes use of private jetty

• Low body corps, pet friendly, live in or let out options

HOME ESSENTIALS

• Direct access to the Noosa River, located at the quiet eastern end of the terrace

• Sparkling pool in the complex, indoor spa

• Ground floor, lockup garage, storage

• Walk to cafes, restaurants and boutiques

• A 3 minute drive to Noosa’s Main Beach and

Address: 1/297 Gympie Terrace, NOOSAVILLE Description: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 garage Price: $1,400,000 Inspect: Saturday 10-10.30am

Contact: Melanie Butcher 0407 379 893, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

Hastings Street Contact Melanie today for your personal inspection.

EleganceMeetsEffortlessLiving 4/40-42 JaMEsstrEEt,NoosaviLLE

3 A 2 B 1 C D

•Renovated3-bed, 2-bathapartmentinprimeNoosavillelocation

•Soothingcolourpaletteand importedItalian porcelainfinishes

•Spaciouskitchen:soft-close cabinets,induction cooktop,brasstaps

•Hometech: lights,music,irrigation,securitycontrolledbyvoice/phone

•Slidingdoorsinevery room forsuperbairflow andnaturallight

•DaikinXenaair consystemsinall bedroomsand livingareas

•Private courtyardperfect forBBQsand relaxedentertaining

•WalktoGympieTerrace,NoosaRiver,cafes,restaurantsandshops

ForsaLE By negotiation

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anitaNichols 0434236110

anita@lagunarealestate.com.au

tranquilLivingin“summerHouses” 2/5rivErstoNECoUrt,tEWaNtiN

3 A 2 B 2 C

•Primelocationadjacent to lush parklandand LeisureCentre

•EasystrolltoNoosaRiver,NoosaMarina, TewantinVillage

•Singlelevel,gatedestate,sunnynortheast aspect;DLUG,internalentry

•Openplan,seamlessindoor/outdoorflow to coveredpatioand garden

•Masterwithensuite;two spaciousbedroomsand main bathroom

•Affordablebodycorporate;low maintenance; petfriendly/BCapproval

•Surroundedbylifestyleoptions- cafes, walks, bowls,riveractivities

•Perfect fordownsizersorretireesseekingpeaceandconvenience

ForsaLE

$1,150,000

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Warren Evans 0428711163

warren@lagunarealestate.com.au

2 A 2 B 1 C D Sleek,Stylish,

7/152-158 NOOSAPARADE, NOOSAVILLE

•Openplanlivingwitha sleekcentralkitchenleadsto2 large balconies

•Sun filledterrace to thenorth,and stunning waterviewsto thesouth

•Two hugebedrooms,themasterwitha generous ensuitebathroom

•Fullyfurnishedwithon-site management to ensure strong returns

•Enjoy your ownholidaysand generate incomewhen youare notusing

•Strolltoanassortment of Gympie Tcerestaurantsandthe NoosaRiver

•WithHastingsStreeta mere 3minutedrive,truly agreat location!

•One oftheloveliest apartmentsinthis boutiquecomplex,makeityours

FORSALE

$1,200,000 VIEW Wed1-1.30pm

MelanieButcher 0407379893

mel@lagunarealestate.com.au

TheHomestead BeneathTheMountain 158 POMONA CONNECTION ROAD,POMONA

6 A 2 B 3 C

•Stunningviews ofMountCoorooraon2.2 hectaresinNoosaHinterland

•Spacious280sqmsinglehomeideal forlarge or extendedfamilies

•Wraparound verandah,perfectforentertainingand relaxing outdoors

•Galleykitchen:light filledwhite cabinetry, andcolourful splashbacks

•Two livingareas –plusa separate mediaroom forextra flexibility

•Featuresinclude fireplace,air con, ceilingfans,solarandwater tanks

•Ample Parking– doublegarage,single carport,andspace forextras

•LifestyleExtras –Stable, dam,chickencoop,and mature fruittrees

FORSALE ContactAgent VIEW Sat10-10.30am

CraigTaylor 0421283951

craig@lagunarealestate.com.au