Noosa Today - 5th September 2025

In the line

By Abbey Cannan

Pomona auxiliary firefighter Trevor Landsdown, diagnosed with occupational cancer, is pushing to have deaths from the job’s health impacts recognised and honoured as line-of-duty.

Trevor began his firefighting career in Victoria in November 1982. Just 16 days after his 16th birthday in 1983, he was on the frontlines of the Ash Wednesday bushfires, which claimed 75 lives and destroyed more than 3000 buildings.

“Out of that little volunteer station that I started with, there were about 20 to 25 firefighters ac-

tive in that fire. I know over 40 per cent of those people from that station have dealt with cancer, are dealing with cancer, and three of them have passed away from cancer,” Trevor said.

In the early 2000s, Trevor trained at the former Fiskville facility, later revealed to have exposed firefighters to toxic chemicals.

A 2016 parliamentary inquiry, where Trevor gave testimony, confirmed that dozens of firefighters who worked and trained there developed cancers linked to chemical exposure.

Testing at the Fiskville site found concentrations of PFAS chemicals were up to 12 times

higher than those recommended by international safety guidelines. The site was permanently closed in 2015.

“When I walked away from that, I just looked at my wife and said, ‘It’s not a case of if, it’s a case of what and when,’” Trevor said.

His colleague Brad Waterhouse became widely known as the “poster boy” of the 2009 Victorian bushfires (Black Saturday) and died of cancer in 2017 at just 45.

“The picture that went viral on the front page of every newspaper virtually in the world was of Brad on his knees with his hands in his face,”

Double the glory

By Jon Lewis

The Ray White Noosa Dolphins have claimed the crown of Sunshine Coast Rugby Union Premiers in both the men’s A Grade and the Senior Women’s competition in front of over three and a half thousand spectators at Sunshine Beach.

With both matches in the balance until the final whistle, the locals were able to mount a rear-guard action to defeat their highly fancied opponents University and Caboolture.

The Dolphins reserve grade was not so fortunate going down to University in a nailbiting 22-19 defeat.

For the second year in a row, the A Grade Dolphins faced a University side stacked with quality, including six Queensland Country representatives, and the pre match predictions of Dolphins coach Jim McKay in the Noosa Today proved prophetic.

In assessing where the grand final would be won in last week’s Noosa Today, McKay said the match would come down to the team who is able to play at their best for the longest period of the match and that is what transpired, with the Dolphins trailing for 77 minutes of the match, but sticking the longest to take victory.

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Trevor said.

“We worked together and spent a lot of time together over the years. His death was a pretty big shock and resonates pretty hard in our family and our life to this day, losing Brad.”

Now, Trevor is determined to protect the next generation, including his son Lachlan, from facing the same risks.

“My father and grandfather and generations of my family have been involved in the fire service, so I was kind of forced into it,” he joked.

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Noosa Dolphins celebrate with their trophy post grand final win. (Supplied)

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Deep dive into the weather and rain details

By Noosa weatherman Jim Kennedy

As is so often said “the devil is in the detail”, and as with all things relating to both weather and rain the details tell the full story. Furthermore, you would be correct in feeling like we have had a cold winter, not a wet one.

When we look at the rainfall for autumn and winter of this year we have had 962mm against an average of 759mm and that is 27 per cent above the average. Interestingly enough, we were right on our rainfall average after the first five months of the autumn-winter period. Furthermore, the rainfall for the first eight months of this year was 1222mm which is only 79 per cent of the average.

What happened in August you ask, well, we had the wettest month of the year so far getting a huge 265mm or 457 per cent above average. It only took nine wet days for this rain to fall and normally we could expect 16-19 wet days. Hence the feeling of a dry winter.

To put 2025 in context let’s us have a look at what happened in 2024. Last autumn-winter was even wetter than this year when we had a whopping 1123mm which put us at 48 per cent over the average for the six months. Last

year our rainfall for the first eight months was a huge 1845mm, this figure easily exceeded our twelve-month average of 1554mm.

Now for some quirky rain details of interest. Up to the end of August this year we have had 107 rainy days with the wettest day being Wednesdays whilst the driest day is Tuesdays. Last year it rained on 115 days, and we got the most rain on Wednesdays and least on Mon-

days. Yippee, we got an extra eight sunny days. You would be forgiven thinking you had moved to the Mediterranean where they enjoy dry summers and wet winters. So, the next question is “will the Mediterranean pattern continue”?

I will give you a complete reply which will be 100 per cent accurate in January.

Noosa weatherman Jim Kennedy. (Rob Maccoll)

The Manhattan Short Film Festival will be presented at The J Theatre on 26 September. (Supplied)

Noosa’s immigration rally

By Margie Maccoll

March for Australia demonstrations took place in capital cities and regional centres on Sunday, with media reporting known neo-Nazis speaking at events in Sydney and Melbourne as well as large counter-protests in many locations.

In Noosa about 40 people gathered in a circle at Lions Park Noosaville and voiced their opinions on immigration.

Protest organiser Russell Butler, 87, of Cooroy believes current immigration rates are “totally” to blame for shortages of housing and other services.

“Immigration has gone absolutely mad, forcing up the cost of housing, making our services dearer and less available. That even comes down to schools and preschools, hospitals and roads,” he said.

“The world is built on supply and demand.”

When asked about the need for immigrants to fill workforce shortages Mr Butler said there were plenty of workers in Australia to fill job vacancies.

“The system’s got to be changed whereby people in Australia on the dole have to be enticed to work by giving them less dole,” he said.

“There’s plenty of workers here. These migrants will come out here and work for less money. They’ll fill the job. Australians are too lazy, some of them are too lazy to do it while they’re getting large payments on the dole. It’s probably bringing the migrants in, that is giving people more and more chance to go on the dole.”

Mr Butler was pleased with the numbers who turned out for Sunday’s protest which was organised with only a post on social media and didn’t regard the event to be “far right wing at all”. “It’s standing up for Australia and our values and what we really feel is going wrong with the Labor government,” he said.

Other people spoke about the need to retain Australian values, about migrant integration and there were some anti-Islamic comments.

Separately, one woman said: “The thing with Australians - we’re happy to have people join us but with the same common goals and same values”.

“We’re over people trying to convert us to where they come from, where they’re trying to

escape from and ruin our set of values,” she said.

One resident from a multi-generation local family whose heritage includes Greek, English and Lebanese, said the big difference between current and past immigration was integration.

“My family integrated,” he said. “There was integration. They became part of the commu-

nity, they worked and they weren’t a drain on the community.”

“We’ve all come from somewhere else unless we’re Indigenous,” someone added.

According to the most recent Migration Program figures from the Department of Home Affairs, in 2023-24 there were 190,000 immi-

grants who arrived in Australia under the skill stream (137,100) to fill skill shortages, family stream (52,720) to unite with family members and special eligibility stream (180).

The top five countries of citizenship origin were India (49,814) China (21,804), Phillipines (11,922), Nepal (11,501) and UK (9908).

A protestor makes their point with a sign.

March for Australia protest organiser Russell Butler.

March for Australia protest at Lions Park, Noosaville on Sunday. (Rob Maccoll)

Protest participants spoke out about Australian values.

Protest participants draped themselves in national flags.

Advocacy inspires others

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“A lot of what I try and do now is work with the young people coming up in the service and try to ensure that they don’t end up in the same place I did and other people did,” Trevor said.

His advocacy has also inspired colleagues, with Pomona firefighters recently taking on the 2025 Rhapsody Resort Stair Climb Challenge to raise funds for the Firefighters Cancer Foundation Australia.

The winning team comprised of Jimmy Wilkins, Owen Langley and Marcus Gray, who were awarded the Commissioner’s Cup.

Jimmy said, “Seeing how excited and proud Trevor was of us for that win was a pretty special moment.”

“Learning from him and all the knowledge he’s been able to gain because he’s been diagnosed with it, really does open up your eyes and make you realise how much support the people that have been diagnosed with it need, and their families as well.

“Most firefighters are pretty competitive and love a bit of fitness, so it was something that we all wanted to do to raise money to help families. The added extra challenge of racing 41 floors in our gear excites you.”

A second team of firefighters from the Sunshine Coast, including Pomona auxiliary firefighter Janaya Guerin, came closely behind in second place. Janaya was joined on the team by Ken Hansen and Benjamin McDonald.

Between the two teams they raised more than $8300 to support firefighters living with occupational cancer.

Proudly cheering them on was Trevor, who was diagnosed with a terminal cancer called Myeloma in 2018.

“I really felt them turning up on the day was probably a show of support for me as much as anything else. So it was a bit emotional to see them all there at the end of the day,” Trevor said. Myeloma, also known as multiple myeloma, is a type of blood cancer affecting the plasma cells in the bone marrow.

While incurable, it can be managed with treatments like immunotherapy and stem cell trans-

plants, which is what Trevor underwent, with remission periods possible.

Since 2015, Queensland legislation has deemed certain cancers to be work-related for firefighters.

A Queensland Fire Department (QFD) spokesperson said, “While line of duty deaths are reserved for deaths which occur whilst on duty, Queensland now has the most comprehensive workers compensation for firefighters in Australia which covers illnesses that may result as a consequence of duty.”

“The Workers’ Compensation Amendment Bill which passed in August 2024 expanded the list of presumptive illnesses. The additional 11 diseases and cancers now included ensure firefighters can access workers compensation quicker and remove unnecessary stress during an already difficult time.”

As Trevor worked in both Victoria and Queensland, it wasn’t a quick process as he initially did not meet the criteria to qualify for occupational cancer.

With the help of lawyer Leeha James and the

Firefighters Cancer Foundation Australia, Trevor was able to prove the cancer was 75 per cent from Victoria and 25 per cent from Queensland, with Queensland accepting 100 per cent liability.

“So that outcome set a precedent for anyone in the future in the same situation,” Trevor said. This type of legislation originated in Canada and the US as part of a global drive to improve the health of firefighters.

Trevor said, “In America, when a firefighter dies from an occupational cancer, it’s classified as a line of duty death. In Australia, cancer and health issues from firefighting aren’t treated as line of duty deaths. I would really like to see that changed.”

“I think it’s important that this is done because people have got to understand the exposure that these men and women are putting themselves through. And the risks they’re putting themselves at.”

Trevor said firefighters can reduce their risk by following safety procedures such as: no PPE in vehicles, showering within the hour, cleaning gear regularly, using a station washing machine with an extra rinse cycle, and attending regular GP checkups.

For more information on the Firefighters Cancer Foundation Australia visit www.fcfa.org.au

Commissioner’s Cup winners from Pomona: Owen Langley, Jimmy Wilkins and Marcus Gray with Trevor Lansdown. (Supplied)

Sunshine Coast participants of the 2025 Rhapsody Resort Stair Climb Challenge with Trevor Lansdown.

Runners-up: Pomona auxiliary firefighter Janaya Guerin (middle) with Ken Hansen and Benjamin McDonald.

Pomona firefighter Trevor Lansdown (left) with his son, Noosa firefighter Lachlan Lansdown.

Commissioner’s Cup winning team.

Runners-up: Pomona auxiliary firefighter Janaya Guerin (middle) with Ken Hansen and Benjamin McDonald.

Muster drew around 60k

The Gympie Music Muster attracted around 60,000 people across the festival and pre-Muster period in 2025, a strong result given the current economic climate.

From Daryl Braithwaite to Troy Cassar-Daley, and James Johnston to Kasey Chambers, each night of the Muster, 28-31 August, saw about 10,000 people pack the iconic Optus Hill Stage, celebrating the very best of Australian country, blues, rock, and roots alongside a splash of international flavour.

The community spirit of the Muster was also on full display, with $17,000 raised through the Maton guitar auction for charity partner River’s Gift, and nearly $10,000 raised via the Star Wall, with the final fundraising total still to be confirmed.

Gympie Music Muster chief executive officer Greg Cavanagh said the festival continued to deliver far more than just music.

“The Muster is all about providing a familyfriendly atmosphere while also giving back to the community through our support of a wide range of charities and local groups,” Greg said.

“We serve up the best in Australian music, but it’s also been fantastic to welcome our Canadian visitors this year and New Zealanders Kaylee Bell and Jenny Mitchell, who brought an international touch to the forest. With Australian ambassadors The Wolfe Brothers leading the charge and Canadian Dan Davidson making history as our first international ambassador, it’s clear the Muster continues to resonate both here and overseas.”

Program director Bec Anderson said the event is about discovery as much as it is about bigname acts.

“One of the great things about the Muster is

that people come to see their favourites but leave talking about the artists they’ve just discovered,” Bec said.

“The Muster really highlights the blend of homegrown strength and global reach the festival is building. We work hard to create a program that mixes legendary performers with up-and-coming talent, and it means every person who walks through the gates has the chance to create their own Muster story.”

Withanotherunforgettableyearnowwrapped, the countdown begins again. Tickets for the 2026 Gympie Music Muster are on sale now at www. muster.com.au/tickets

Fundraiser for beloved skipper ‘Smithy’ surpasses $125k

By Abbey Cannan

Beloved charter skipper Robert “Smithy” Smith is being remembered after his death in a Sunshine Coast boating accident, with the community rallying behind his family.

A fundraiser has soared past its goal in just two days, collecting $125,000.

Fundraiser organiser Tim Graham from the Sunshine Coast Game Fishing Club said, “He was a local legend and a pilar of the club over a long period of time. He’ll be sadly missed by so many people.”

“Our thoughts are with Jules, Joel and their extended family.”

The 52-year-old boat captain died after a commercial boat overturned in the river mouth between Mooloolaba and Point Cartwright.

Police were called to reports a boat had overturned with five men on board around 5.20am on Wednesday 27 August.

The boat washed up on Mooloolaba Beach and four people made their way to shore. One man was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and three other men were uninjured.

Mountain Creek resident Robert Smith was tragically found dead in the water.

Inspector Jason Overland said, “The captain of the vessel was a well-known charter boat operator and was taking people out on fishing tours and has been doing so for some time. So it’s a loss to the community.”

“The waves are quite treacherous at that location on the bar. I don’t imagine it was too far from the shore. Clearly they were able to make it to shore, so that’s where the waves generally break there, so quite close to shore.”

Inspector Overland said the captain was thrown into the water when the the vessel capsized.

“There were fears that the the captain was

entrapped in the upturned boat and our police made every effort they possibly could to get in there and make the termination one way or the other, as it turns out he wasn’t entrapped in the boat at that point.”

He said three of the survivors made it to shore unassisted on their own.

“However, a fourth person made it to the shore sometime after that. He was assisted with like an Esky or something like that,” Inspector Overland said.

Investigations are ongoing and police will prepare a report for the Coroner.

To donate to the GoFundMe visit www. gofundme.com/f/j5jdv-robert-smith?cdncache=0

Tributes are pouring in for skipper Robert “Smithy” Smith, pictured on the left, following his death. (GoFundMe)

Troy Cassar-Daley on the Optus Hill Stage.

Alli Walker in the Bundaberg Rum Crowbar. (Supplied)

LifeFlight flies man from stricken yacht

The Sunshine Coast-based LifeFlight aeromedical crew airlifted a man to hospital after his boat ran aground near Double Island Point on Monday 1 September.

The LifeFlight helicopter was tasked at 7.25am by Retrieval Services Queensland and landed on the beach to drop off a rescue crew officer and critical care Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) flight paramedic.

Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) paramedics extricated a man in his 70s from the boat

and took him to the helicopter, which landed at a clearing near Double Island Point Lighthouse.

The critical care LifeFlight doctor and QAS flight paramedic worked with local paramedics to treat the patient for head and hip injuries.

He was flown in a stable condition to Sunshine Coast University Hospital for further treatment.

A man was airlifted to hospital after his boat ran aground near Double Island Point. (Supplied)

Crime scenes declared in man’s disappearance

Police have charged two men with torture, and crime scenes have been declared at Bli Bli, Pomona, Lake MacDonald and in Brisbane, as they continue investigations into the suspicious disappearance of 56-year-old Andrew Burow from Kelvin Grove on 20 August.

On 27 August officers declared a crime scene at a Kokoda Avenue address in Bli Bli a day after a crime scene was declared at a Lorimer Terrace address at Kelvin Grove.

Two additional crime scenes have since been declared at Black Pinch Road, Pomona and Kamala Drive, Lake MacDonald.

Following investigations, officers arrested two men, a 26-year-old North Lakes man and a 38-year-old Sippy Downs man.

Both men have been charged with one count each of torture.

Andrew Burow’s out of character disappearance was first reported to police on 24 August.

Investigations led detectives to believe the disappearance to be suspicious and on 27 August, an Incident Centre was established by Brisbane City Criminal Investigation Branch under Operation Veer.

The 38-year-old Sippy Downs man was remanded in custody and was due to reappear in Maroochydore Magistrates Court on 29 August.

The 26-year-old North Lakes man was remanded in custody and is due to reappear in Maroochydore Magistrates Court on 13 October.

Officers remain at all listed crime scenes as investigations continue.

Police and family hold significant concerns for Andrew’s welfare as he has not contacted anyone since his disappearance.

He is described as Caucasian with a fair complexion, reddish /sandy hair and bluish-green eyes. Anyone with knowledge of Andrew’s whereabouts or information is urged to contact police immediately.

He was flown to Sunshine Coast University Hospital for further treatment.

Two days, four fatalities

Wide Bay Burnett district police are urging drivers to consider their responsibility behind the wheel after four fatalities in two days on the roads.

The Forensic Crash Unit (FCU) is investigating three fatal incidents including a crash around 6am on 31 August in Kandanga which killed a 19-year-old Ningi man, a crash around 3pm on 30 August in Chatsworth which killed a 20-year-old Kilkivan man and a 50-year-old The Palms man, and a crash around 9.30pm on 30 August in Apple Tree Creek which killed a 60-year-old Bundaberg South man.

On 31 August emergency crews attended the crash site about 6am where a campervan was located in a ditch on Amamoor Road, Kandanga.

Preliminary investigations indicate the campervan was travelling over the Kandanga Creek bridge, when it left the roadway and crashed.

The driver and sole occupant, a 19-yearold Ningi man, died at the scene.

About 3pm on 30 August emergency services were called to a three-vehicle crash on Gympie Curra Road, Chatsworth.

Initial investigations suggest a stolen black MG sedan was dangerously overtaking vehicles at speed when it has collided with the side of a black Toyota sedan, before hitting a third vehicle, a silver Holden sedan, causing both vehicles to flip and the Holden to catch on fire.

The driver of the stolen vehicle, a 20-yearold Kilkivan man, and the driver of the Holden, a 50-year-old The Palms man, both died at the scene.

About 9.30pm on 30 August emergency services were called to the Bruce Highway at Apple Tree Creek following reports of a singlevehicle crash.

Initial investigations indicate the driver was travelling from Childers Road and has failed to negotiate the turn onto the Bruce Highway, crashing into the culvert between the two-lane highway.

The driver, and sole occupant of the vehicle, a 60-year-old Bundaberg South man, died at the scene.

“We have tragically lost four lives across our district within two days which is devasting for our community,” Wide Bay Burnett District Officer Superintendent Anne Vogler said.

“Though investigations into the circumstances of the incidents are ongoing, it’s likely Fatal Five factors like speed and driving under the influence were contributors to the crashes.

“The Fatal Five, and associated traffic and criminal offences, are all avoidable and can be prevented if you chose to.

“Your life, and the life of your passengers and other road users, are in your hands.

“Please drive or ride with that weighty responsibility in mind and make the right choices to ensure you do all you can to prevent road trauma.

“My thoughts are with the loved ones, communities and first responders that have been impacted by these losses.”

FCU investigations into the three crashes are ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact police.

Andrew Burow. (QPS)

Police attend three crash sites with four fatalities in two days. (QPS)

‘Why we need car parking’

By Tewantin Noosa Lions Club vice-president

Ross Barker

Last week, Noosa Today ran an article on a refresh of the Go Noosa Program. Included among updates of other transport initiatives was a mention of car parking at Noosa Heads Lions Park. Here are the facts on why this initiative works - and how it forms a sustainable component of Council’s transport strategy for Noosa.

For over two decades, the Tewantin Noosa Lions Club (TNLC) has, under agreement with Noosa Shire Council, professionally managed paid car parking at the Lions Park, Noosa Heads during peak holiday periods. This community-led initiative alleviates traffic congestion and supports visitor access to Hastings Street and Main Beach. Importantly it also delivers direct, measurable social benefit, distributing every dollar earned by TNLC back into the local community.

Proven Community Benefit

Parking allows TNLC to raise vital funds. In the past six years, Lions Parking has generated $250,000 with every cent reinvested into the local community.

Some of the community programs funded include:

• Mobility and health support: modified vehicle for a child with disabilities; patient transport buggy for Noosa Hospital

• Accessibility: assistance towards beach matting for wheelchair access at Main Beach and a new all-terrain beach wheelchair

• Local wellbeing: Noosa Women’s Shed, Katie Rose Cottage, Sunshine Butterflies

• Social equity: Santa’s Classy Helpers (500+ Christmas hampers for disadvantaged families)

• Youth opportunity: funding ten young people to attend national/international sports events, Seahorse Nippers Noosa Heads Surf Lifesaving Club

• And many more.

These initiatives reflect one of the core Lions Clubs’ purposes - empowering community through grassroots action. Without parking income, this community support structure would

be compromised.

Low Impact, High Return

TNLC appreciates that there is community concern that parks should only be used as green space for recreation purposes. In fact, parking operations have a small footprint and occur infrequently.

Parking runs for just 22 days at Christmas, barely 6% of the year. These days are often fewer because of wet weather. Importantly recreation amenities in the park, BBQs, shelter sheds, playgrounds, river access and toilets remain fully accessible to the public.

Economic benefit for Noosa Heads

The Hastings Street precinct faces chronic parking shortages, particularly during school holidays. Car parking at Noosa Heads Lions Park provides a valuable complementary strategy to other Go Noosa program options.

Without Lions Parking, drivers circle in frustration, congestion worsens, and businesses lose trade.

By accommodating up to 350 cars per day with each vehicle carrying an average of three people, parking at Lions Park boosts Hasting Street’s economy without new infrastructure costs.

Practical Access for Families and Vulnerable Groups

While Council’s sustainable transport initiatives including free or 50 cent holiday shuttle services are appreciated, they do not meet the needs of all demographics. Families and older visitors often face barriers to using public transport, including:

• Transporting bulky beach equipment

• Managing young children or mobility challenges

• Safety and convenience concerns.

Lions Park offers a rare and reasonable parking option for those who cannot otherwise access Noosa’s iconic beach and retail area, without compromising on sustainability.

Visitor Feedback and Real-Time Demand

User feedback is overwhelmingly positive. In peak

periods, drivers often approach volunteers to request early entry into the park, even before the official opening time, due to a lack of other parking options.

Other available parking is often time-limited (e.g. 2-4 hours), while Lions Park offers all-day parking until 5:30pm. This is a key factor frequently praised by visitors. Many say the $20 fee (with up to half going to Council) is fair for the convenience.

Strong Community Support

In 2023, a local petition attracted over 2,300 signatures, calling for the continuation of parking at Lions Park. This isn’t just about convenience. Rather it shows strong community support for a practical solution.

The ongoing message received by TNLC volunteers is clear: people are grateful for access to convenient, fair, and safe parking near the heart of Noosa Heads.

Environmental Responsibility

Unlike permanent paving, TNLC’s temporary parking model is temporary, light-touch and fully reversible. In partnership with Council, TNLC:

• Closes the park during periods of wet weather

• Avoids parking near tree roots, irrigation outlets, or sensitive zones

• Uses experienced volunteers to guide vehicles and minimise impact.

Eliminating Lions Park parking could lead to calls for costly, permanent infrastructure, ironically increasing environmental impact.

Lions Park parking is an integral component of the Go Noosa Program.

The TNLC parking program is a rare example of a truly circular community initiative. It provides a practical service that reduces congestion, supports local business, empowers volunteers, and channels all proceeds back into the community. It enhances visitor experience, supports equitable access, and operates with environmental responsibility. Ending the program would remove a proven, zero-cost solution and cut community benefits.

Tewantin Noosa Lions Club members. (Supplied)

How do we share this place without losing what makes it special?

Noosa Shire’s draft Destination Management Plan will create a better Noosa experience for everyone, both residents and visitors.

You live here. You get it.

We’ve listened, we’ve drafted the plan, and now we’re checking in. Did we get it right?

Have your say and WIN!

Head to yoursay.noosa.qld.gov.au and complete the Detailed Survey before 11.59pm on 14 September; you’ll go in the draw to win one of three For the Love of Noosa Experiences. Prizes include accommodation, restaurant, café, health and beauty, retail; kayak and e-bike tour vouchers (T&Cs apply).

Already completed the survey? You’re automatically in the running. For the love of Noosa—have your say today!

On The Soapbox

Noosa MP Sandy Bolton

Update on state issues

The demonstrations across Australia regarding the federal government’s immigration/population policies, and lack of clarity around, have highlighted what can occur when action appears too slow or absent. Noosa’s historical and current efforts for sustainability have never been in relation to migrants or immigrants which really, we all are, and we love our multi-cultural community! It is about how we manage volume of residents and visitors, hence why we continue to defend our planning scheme. Some have reported that genuine concerns around sustainability including housing were sadly ‘hijacked’ by some extremists and is a reminder for us all to be aware of this when holding community voice gatherings which should be about resolving and uniting, not dividing. As I have shared these song lyrics many times during my speeches at Citizenship Ceremonies, ‘We share a dream and sing with one voice’. Now, to some updates below including from the 2025 Budget Estimates which is where we scrutinise how government is spending your taxpayer dollars. We covered a broad range of areas such as environment, business support, tourism, education and more, with all our these and answers we have received so far available on our summary at www.sandybolton.com/estimateshearings-2025-summary-august-2025.

Education

We requested a timeline for the release of the final School Resourcing review report as without the transformative reforms we have raised on behalf of our teachers and students, they will continue to experience avoidable duress. As when we brought Pasi Sahlberg and Peter Hutton to host a Future Schools forum in 2019, there are examples including Templestowe College in Victoria, which I spoke about in Parliament that provide individualised learning, resulting in improved behaviours, decreased disengagement and less stress on teachers and students. Our efforts for improved infrastructure includes for upgraded school fencing, an additional alternative/ flexi school to alleviate waitlists and updates on the advanced manufacturing hub for Sunshine Beach State High School with the schematic design anticipated during Term 3. After reports of government proposedly cutting the VETS to Career Ready program, advocacy has led to the pathway now being reinstated.

Regarding the decommissioned Tewantin TAFE site, the minister advised this has been transferred to successful proponent, NRA Collective (NRA) who are now reassessing the buildings, which over the past four years has continued to deteriorate substantially from their original assessment. We have requested that NRA keep us updated and reiterated the importance of also reassessing community needs, which also may have changed since 2021, including for a Learning Hub.

THE BOLTON REPORT

NOOSA MP SANDY BOLTON

Housing

The minister responded that transferring government owned stock to community housing providers is on the table as currently, only 16.8 per cent of Queensland’s social housing dwellings are community managed, lower than every other Australian state. The importance of transferring stock is twofold, with community housing tenants able to access the Commonwealth Rent Assistance, which is not available for social housing properties under state government management, with the income thresholds not as stringent if the affordable subsidy is used. This is extremely relevant given that eligibility limits for government housing have not changed since 2006, and the review, which commenced in 2024, currently has no completion timeline. Regarding the Doonella Street project, government has committed to expedite delivery, and given the importance of community consultation, it was appreciated that the department has extensively engaged with Noosa Council. However, we have asked for confirmation that the project will meet the requirements of the Noosa Plan, including building height and off-street carparking to address potential concerns of residents and road users.

Amongst other news, the Tedd Noffs Foundation project at the former House With No Steps site in Doonan is progressing, which I look forward to updating on shortly including regarding transitional accommodation sites that are essential for our women currently utilising a safe carpark initiative, and for emergency service frontliners.

We gathered for the intergenerational learning and living workshop at Pomona, a very cool Federal Government funded project involving Queensland University of Technology, Australian Catholic University, Deakin University and Mark Trotter Architects. This is about housing and education, connecting the two ends of the age spectrum through sharing of spaces, education, skills development, volunteerism and existing services and buildings, in a village style atmosphere, with community designing the missing parts. Currently outcomes from the feed in from seniors living and educational organisations, community development teams, local government planners, urban designers and a host more are being compiled to take to the community.

Noosa MP Sandy Bolton, Transport and Main Roads Department (TMR) and Noosa Council meet to discuss Tewantin Bypass. (Supplied)

In Parliament, I asked our government that when we come knocking for assistance whether financial or policy, to look to what can be, not what can’t be, due to systems that segregate versus integrate.

Sunshine Coast Waterways Authority (SCWA)

The details are still a mystery, and questions remain regarding ‘why’, given issues raised historically by our residents are in the final process of being resolved by Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ), and we really need to understand how Noosa would benefit from what essentially looks like another level of bureaucracy. The challenges Noosa faced historically were the result of a longterm lack of resourcing to ensure compliance in multiple realms, and we need to ensure achieved resourcing increases don’t drop off after the final stages of the river plan are completed, and that our current direct voice with MSQ is not watered down. Reassurances by the minister that Noosa Council would have a seat at the table isn’t sufficient, as being one voice amongst many on an authority that covers multiple regions with potential opposing views could see an outcome similar to when Noosa was amalgamated into a broader Sunshine Coast Council, which is not an outcome sought. We have asked that consultation be undertaken immediately with key Noosa stakeholders before any further consideration is given of the Noosa Shire being included in the SCWA. Short Term Accommodation (STA)

The Deputy Premier advised that the Cabinet Housing Ministerial Taskforce has considered the matter of STAs and decided councils are best placed to regulate this through their planning schemes and local laws, with the University of Queensland’s report in 2023 rejecting a statewide blanket rule as they felt that removing the ability for councils to customise and intervene at a local level would be detrimental. As STAs can be detrimental to liveability in high tourism areas, we have asked consideration be given to amending the state planning act to address injurious affection, which would provide more certainty and flexibility in how local governments manage this. Other related advocacies include a statewide register, mandatory data sharing and a funding stream to support existing management schemes. Teewah, Cooloola, national parks

$84.6 million has been allocated over five years to the ‘More Rangers, Better Neighbours program’, and to address poor behaviours such as the inappropriate use of e-bikes and e-scooters, Queensland Park & Wildlife Service (QPWS) are increasing compliance patrols outside regular working hours and peak times with the Cooloola Management Unit restructured to incorporate a new compliance and education team. Regarding our efforts to ‘drill’ into how funds have been allocated for managing and mitigating the impacts of projected visitation increases, the minister

TALKING TOURISM

New tourism campaign launched for the Sunshine Coast

When I first moved to the Sunshine Coast, I was determined to find a single word that summed up our region.

Coming from Fiji – where ‘Bula’ so perfectly captured its essence – I thought there had to be a word out there that said it all.

A word that summed up our pristine beaches, our Hinterland rainforests, Mooloolaba prawns at the Spit and sunsets in Noosa.

But what I learned is that special something that sums up the Sunshine Coast is not a word, it’s a feeling.

We bring this feeling to life in our new Sunshine Moments campaign that invites people to come and find their Sunshine Moment here on the Sunny Coast.

The campaign, which launched this week, is also our largest ever tourism campaign. For the next three months, holiday-makers across Australia’s east coast and New Zealand will see a whole suite of new videos and imagery promoting the destination.

responded that consideration of the balance between conservation and tourism development was key to the development of the Destination 2045 plan. This lacks detail and we await a response to the priorities formed by Teewah and North Shore community groups, the final Cooloola Management Plan as well Noosa Council’s Destination Management Plan, which is due out in November.

Tewantin Bypass

The delayed planning is underway for the Tewantin Bypass utilising the $8.5m we achieved last year, with survey works and flora/fauna investigations as of writing scheduled for late August to inform the remaining stages and enable construction to commence in 2028, subject to environmental approvals and in readiness to utilise the $30m election promise. TMR is also investigating opportunities to advance early works in line with planning milestones following our meeting with them and Noosa Council. While we appreciate this, it is disappointing that the preceding years did not see further progress towards the needed final designs.

Safe Night Precinct (SNP)

Noosa stakeholders contacted during the independent review into SNPs advised that they remain unsupportive of the current model, which does not guarantee additional funding for police special operations. In response to our inquiry about the consultation’s outcome, the AttorneyGeneral’s office advised that the final review report is anticipated in September. Our recent meeting suggests that the SNP model may be revised following the review, potentially creating a new program that could obtain Noosa’s support.

Kin Kin Quarry EPBC application

As reported, the Federal Minister for Environment has determined the application as a controlled action due to the significant impact on listed threatened species and ecological communities. This is a positive as it requires a new application to the Federal Government for further assessment, which includes public consultation, before a decision can be made. We have met with the relevant federal department, who advised the assessment process has a primary focus on the impact on endangered species, including offsets, as well direct and indirect impacts, such as the deaths of protected species on our roads due to heavy haulage, and socio-economic impacts. More information is available at www.SandyBolton.com/Noosa360.

As always, if you have any questions or assistance in finding the topic you are interested in on our website’s Noosa 360 page, please email noosa@parliament.qld.gov.au or call 53193100. With spring officially here, and the lorikeets having the best messy parties at my home, I wish all from beach to bush many happy days feasting on the native blooms which are glorious!

There are more than 130 billboards across Sydney and Melbourne, Facebook and Instagram ads, new TV commercials and digital advertising all designed to share that sunshine feeling and inspire people to take aholiday here.

To support the campaign launch, we’re also running a competition called ‘Sunshine Sickie’ – an all-expenses paid escape to the Sunshine Coast to recharge and find your Sunshine Moment.

The competition is based off the insight that Australians are feeling burnt out, with annual leave balances skyrocketing to 160 million annual leave days across Australia. In fact, 7 out of 10 Aussies faked a sickie last year, and you may be surprised to hear this was mostly to deal with burnout rather than to nurse a hangover.

The competition asks people to tell us why they are in need of a “Sunshine Sickie” with the winners given 12 hours to pack their bags and fly here courtesy of Jetstar.

I’m so confident that its a Sunshine Coast holiday - not another cup of coffee that Australia workers need, that I’ve even thrown my hand up to call the winners’ bosses for them.

Now that’s what I call a Sunshine Moment.

Tewantin TAFE site has been transferred to successful proponent, NRA Collective (NRA) who are assessing the buildings. (Rob Maccoll)

Get ready to celebrate the magic of the calendar as the 2025 Noosa Country Show brings you a spectacular new theme: Seasons.

The 2025 Noosa Country Show will be held on Friday 12 September (a public holiday in the Noosa Shire) and Saturday 13 September.

The Noosa Show “where town meets country” is a long-standing country institution, with a mixture of ring events, displays, competitions, entertainment and, of course, food.

From the fresh blooms of spring to the golden crunch of autumn leaves this year’s show is a vibrant celebration of nature’s grand cycle.

Visitors of all ages can look forward to a colourful explosion of season-themed attractions, tasty treats, and eye-catching displays that capture the spirit of each time of year.

The Grand Parade will be a true highlight, bursting with creativity and community pride. Expect a dazzling procession of floats, each lovingly crafted by local legends with flair, humour, and a whole lot of heart. These mobile masterpieces will roll through the showground, bringing the seasons to life in the most whimsical ways imaginable. Groups are encouraged to get involved and decorate a float and show off their talents in the Grand Parade on Friday.

So, mark your calendar, gather your friends and family, and join a fun-filled journey through the seasons where memories are made, traditions are celebrated, and the forecast is 100 per cent chance of fun!

The Show helps kids understand where their food comes from, introduces everyone to the amazing craft skills of our neighbours, and instills a true sense of community that brings us together like no other event in the Noosa Shire.

Tickets may be purchased online or at the gate.

For more information visit www.noosashowsociety.org.au

Highlights of the 2025 event:

• Guest appearance from Marshall Hamburger 2025 Australian Idol

• Live music with ‘Folked Up’, ‘Hoot ‘N’ Daddies’, ‘Fonix’ and ‘The Claptomaniacs’

• Honky Tonk Rodeo

• Skylighter Fireworks

• Mechanical Bull

• Rock Climbing Wall

• Equestrian Events

• Wood Chopping

• Dog Show

• Classic car show

• Aerial Acrobatics

• Sideshows, rides and lots more…

A dog is a man’s best friend. (Moira Heilbronn)

Horsing around. (Moira Heilbronn)

The 2024 Noosa Country Show. (Supplied)

Get ready for the fun of the rides.

Noosa not New York

Recent commentary has drawn on research by Dr Jessica Pung suggesting that restricting shortterm accommodation (STA) does not improve housing availability. While this finding may hold in the unique context of New York City, it is not valid when applied to Noosa.

New York is a vast housing market with millions of dwellings, constant new supply, and abundant hotel capacity. Noosa, by contrast, has a tightly constrained housing stock, limited land supply, and planning rules that deliberately cap hotels and apartments. Here, the displacement effect is far more direct: when a family home is converted to tourist letting, that home is no longer available to local workers or residents.

Council’s own figures suggest up to 20 per cent of our housing stock is tied up in STA, often sitting empty for large parts of the year. In a community of our size, that is a profound impact. Unlike New York, we cannot “absorb” this loss into a large market or redirect demand to hotels.

To argue that STAs don’t affect housing availability in Noosa ignores our reality.

Fiona Jacobs, Noosa

God and science

If you google “does God exist?” the answer that comes up most of the time is “no proof of the existence of God.” Yet a lot of people believe in God anyway, and for many it helps them get through tough times. That belief is accepted, even though it has no scientific evidence behind it.

When it comes to health though, suddenly the word “Science” gets thrown around a lot — “trust the science” — as if science is ever completely settled. Modern medicine is mostly based on Louis Pasteur’s germ theory, which says diseases come from external pathogens. Vaccines have become the big solution under this model, which is why we keep seeing more and more of them being developed.

But not everyone agrees with this. Pasteur’s rival, Antoine Bechamp, argued way back in the 19th century that what really matters is the state of the body’s internal environment — the terrain. In other words, whether we get sick depends more on the health of our bodies than on exposure to

germs. People who lean toward this view prefer to focus on building natural health and immunity rather than relying heavily on vaccines.

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The problem is, those people are usually ridiculed and labelled “anti-science.” In Australia, they’re are penalised by being cut off from childcare subsidies and family payments if they don’t go along with vaccinating their children.

And here’s the inconsistency: belief in God — which has no scientific proof — is tolerated and respected. But belief in a different approach to health — which also challenges mainstream science — gets ridiculed and punished. If society can respect faith in God, why can’t it show the same tolerance to people who believe in an alternative health model?

At the end of the day, you can’t call one belief “acceptable” and the other “dangerous” just because it doesn’t fit the mainstream narrative. Either we respect freedom of belief, or we don’t.

Jenny Dunn, Noosa

Scientific musings on wind mills/farms

Confirmation from 2 wind mill Dons; Don Quixote (1612) and Don, the USA’s Mad King. Both Dons intend to slay the wind mills. The Mad King pronounced (2019) that “I know windmills very much. They’re noisy, they kill the birds. You want to see a bird graveyard? Go under a windmill someday. You’ll see more birds than you’ve ever seen in your life”. Is the science now settled?

Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach

Leading the charge

We face a heap of existential problems at this time, some which are life threatening, some life disrupting, and some human rights related. It is a time when our leaders should be leading the charge to bring about meaningful changes, diminishing the threats, making life easier for the strugglers and making life safer for everyone. Stronger action is needed to stem global warming, more needs to be done to eliminate plastics, more homes need to be built, the government needs to take greater control of currently privatised government business, universities need to be fixed, tax reform is necessary and overdue, domestic violence continues to plague our communities, and on and on.

Our southern O’Brien believes that promoting nuclear power plants, the planet’s most expensive and potentially dangerous way to make electricity, in the land of wind and sun, is the most productive way to use his time and our money.

Our northern O’Brien struggles to find a meaningful topic, amongst the many, aligning

with his ideology, on which to centre his “Llew’s News”, and he chooses our commitment to the World Health Organization as the most important (NT 22/08). This has baffled me. WHO has led the world’s fight to eliminate small pox, polio, and many other childhood diseases, and has the world’s best scientists involved in keeping us all safe from disease. It is the willingness of nations to pool resources to maintain WHO that makes our lives safe from diseases. It is the recommendations of WHO that led the action needed to survive the initial outbreak of Covid19. Nations that followed the recommendation had fewer casualties. Nations that were slow to act had higher numbers of fatalities. Australia lost over 24,000 people because it “isn’t a race”.

But Llew is worried that WHO might ask Australia to do something that we just don’t want to do, like quarantine, wear masks, get vaccinated. What does Llew have in mind that might offend his sense of independence about how he wants to die? Please, Llew, find something that matters to war on. You wear your ideology on your sleeve and is part of why you are in opposition.

Steve Hall,

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Sovereign law

My name is Lyn Morrison and I have supported the Kabi Kabi people for over eight years. They have given me their Kabi sovereignty.

I was involved with the Noosa Tafe Land Claim. The Kabi Kabi people wanted to use the property for the homeless people.

The land claim is still active and a decision has not been made yet.

You have an inaccurate interperation of Kabi Kabi sovereignty. Their soverignity law is about First Nation tribal law. They used their law for over thousands of years. They believe its the original law of this land.

Colonialist Corporate Law is only recognised in Australia.

First Nation people should be able to still use their soverignty law. It is a Human Rights issue. Most white people never use critical reflection to step outside of their colonialist ideology.

I learned from my five years at university that so called professors can write papers for their own personal views. The Australian Law Society would look at Sovereign Law as a threat to their profession and incomes. Look past our programmed status quo ideals for law in this country

I agree that the above issues need to be addressed and First Nation Soverignity Law should be recognised for their people

Lyn Morrison, Noosa

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Plant sale for Chaplains

By Jim Fagan

Chaplains in schools are about picking up students who need emotional support or maybe helping mum to get a pair of boots or so her boy can play on the footy team.

They are also about families going through a tough time-- perhaps homeless or needing help with meals, clothing or pretty much anything.

And this Saturday their work at two Noosa schools will be given a boost with proceeds from the sale of plants at Sunshine Beach Anglican Church.

One chaplain (or Chappy) who has seen a “significant rise” in the number of kids needing help since she started work at Sunshine Beach State Primary School 12 months ago is Simone Weaver, “I’m seeing now about 20 children a week. I’m part of a team which has a guidance officer and a well-being officer. At the moment, their list is full and people are being referred to me for them to get extra help.”

The other school is Sunshine Beach State High and Luke Robertson, who is youth support co-

ordinator there, told Noosa Today: “School chaplains do one on one relationship mentoring with programmes designed to help self-determination and self-appreciation.

“They seek support from agencies who raise funds so we can provide breakfast hampers with good quality fresh food, biscuits and all types of things to families that need pretty much anything,

even financial support for kids in times of crisis.

“Most of our wellbeing comes from church groups, supporters and sponsors and we are grateful to the Anglican Church for thinking of us with its plant sale.”

Co-ordinator of the plant sale is church member, Dr Anne Jobling, who is also a researcher and lecturer in disability at UQ.

Fire season begins: Strong winds fan

The Australian fire season has made its presence felt early, with Sunshine Coast-based McDermott Aviation deploying two helicopters over the weekend to assist firefighting efforts in South East Queensland as strong winds fanned multiple blazes across the state.

Despite widespread rainfall earlier in the year, which encouraged vegetation growth and fuel load on the ground, communities are now facing hot, dry conditions that provide ideal conditions for bushfires to take hold.

McDermott Aviation founder and president John McDermott said while there is no official start date to the Australian fire season, conditions are emerging earlier every year.

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“We are increasingly seeing the start and finish of fire seasons blurring – in both Europe and Australia,” said McDermott.

“In Greece, fires are starting earlier and burning longer, and we’re seeing the same trend here at home. That means our teams have to be on the ready year-round, with our helicopters and crews mobilised at a moment’s notice.”

McDermott Aviation currently has 15 helicopters stationed in Greece, where teams remain active fighting major forest fires across the country. A number of these aircraft will return to Australia as the European season slows, boosting local capability as conditions intensify.

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She said: “The chaplains are somebody the students can go and talk to because they have no one else. Often the teachers will say I’m a bit concerned aboutthischildwhohascometoschoolunwashed or there are obviously issues there. They just come in to see the chaplain and start talking and often the children just open up.

“The chaplains are so vital for the wellbeing and emotional support of students. They are there for the disadvantaged, for children who are hungry, the homeless and those in need in times of crisis.

“However, the funds available for them to undertake their work are limited.”

Anne said the plant sale would be a Father’s Day Weekend special. “Clivias, orchids, flowering pots and herbs are just some of what we have for sale. Many will be in the $5 to $15 price range. There will also be bargain novelty plant gifts for Dads for children to buy plus a sausage sizzle, scones, jam and cream and coffee.”

Plant sale. Saturday, September 6. 11am ‘til 3pm. Sunshine Beach Anglican Church, Bicentennial Drive. Sunshine Beach.

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John McDermott. (Supplied)

Plant sale volunteers Anne Bradbury, Jennie Bradbury, and Susan McCawley. (Supplied)

New wave in Aussie boating

There’s something uniquely Australian about life on the water.

From lazy Sundays on the river to sunset cruises along the coast, boating is more than a pastime – it’s a way of life.

And for the team behind LAGEE Aquatic, it’s also a legacy.

Borne from the same family-run innovation that brought us the award-winning JAWA Off Road Campers, LAGEE Aquatic is a bold new venture that combines craftsmanship, passion, and lifestyle in one sleek package: the pontoon boat. But these aren’t just any pontoons – they’re a statement of freedom, comfort, and elevated outdoor living.

A legacy reimagined on water

For the LAGEE team, boating isn’t a business move – it’s personal. With years of experience exploring Australia by land and sea, they’ve poured their passion into designing pontoon boats that are not only beautiful but also purpose-built for our unique waterways.

From the drawing board to the water’s edge, every LAGEE pontoon is thoughtfully crafted on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, reflecting a deep understanding of what Australian boaters value most: space, comfort, style, and performance. The pontoon lifestyle, perfected

Whether you’re cruising the canals, entertaining family and friends, chasing the perfect fishing spot, or simply soaking in a golden-hour view, LAGEE Aquatic makes it easy to embrace the boating lifestyle.

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Tourism talk

Improved public transport, fairer tourist contributions, and less congestion in Hastings Street were just some of the ideas raised by students at Good Shepherd Lutheran College during a recent Council visit to discuss Noosa’s draft Destination Management Plan (DMP).

Year 9 students wrote heartfelt “love letters” to Noosa, reflecting on what they value most about their home, while Year 11 students took part in a live survey, offering fresh ideas for managing tourism sustainably.

“I like the idea of keeping congestion out of busy areas like Hastings Street, even if it means parking further away,” said Year 11 student Lucas Holloway.

“A small bed tax could help fund things like electric buses or better public transport.”

Year 9 student Indi Kolb suggested a small parking fee near the beach to help ease overcrowding.

“Sometimes it’s hard to find space at Main

Beach. If tourists paid a little to park, it might help – and locals should lead by example when it comes to looking after Noosa,” she said.

Students also called for better year-round public transport and more promotion of lesserknown areas like Sunshine Beach and Noosa Junction to ease pressure on popular hotspots.

The visit was part of Council’s broader engagement on the draft DMP, which is open for community feedback until 14 September at yoursay. noosa.qld.gov.au.

“These students are the future custodians of Noosa, and their insights were thoughtful and inspiring,” said Council’s Director of Strategy and Environment, Kim Rawlings.

All survey participants go in the draw to win great local prizes.

Council is also finalising details on holding a webinar to further explain the draft DMP. Keep an eye on council’s socials and website for details

Workshop offers youth real-world coping skills

The Hive Noosa youth drop-in centre is teaming up with Sunshine Coast youth mentor and counsellor Janelle Parsons for an upcoming No Filters Needed youth workshop.

“With nearly half of young Australians expected to face a mental health challenge before age 25, early intervention programs like No Filters Needed are more important than ever,” Noosa Council’s Acting Manager, Community Connection Branch, David Cooper said.

Designed for young people aged 12 to 17, the No Filters Needed workshop on 13 September offers practical tools to help teens cope with stress, build confidence, and strengthen social connections—all in a fun, supportive environment.

Already running successfully in schools across the region, the program is gaining momentum as a fresh, effective way to engage young people who often feel misunderstood or overlooked.

“Young people don’t need another lecture; they need to feel heard, supported, and part of something real,” Ms Parsons said.

“This is about having fun while learning skills that stick.”

The workshop will feature interactive sessions including basketball, tug-of-war, music, and a community BBQ—alongside strategies to help teens cope with anxiety and navigate life’s challenges.

Ms Parsons, a qualified counsellor and survivor of family violence, brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work.

Her award-winning programs through Rise & Thrive Co. are helping young people across Queensland turn adversity into strength.

Event details:

• DATE – 12:30pm, Saturday, 13 September 2025

• VENUE - The Hive Noosa, Tait Duke Cottage, 14 Earl Street, Tewantin

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“We’re encouraging Noosa families to get their teens along for an afternoon that’s equal parts fun and life-changing,” Mr Cooper said.

The Hive Noosa is a welcoming space where young people can relax, connect, and learn new skills. It’s open Thursdays and Fridays from 3:30pm to 7pm, and Saturdays from 12pm to 5pm.

The Hive Noosa youth drop-in centre is funded through Youth Justice Queensland and the Australian Drug and Alcohol Foundation and run by Noosa Council.

Janelle Parsons speaking at an event in Noosa in 2022.

Students Tali Stielow, Pippa Nevett and Neva Ash provide their input in the DMP. (Supplied)

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Expo sparks inspiration

Entrepreneurs, small businesses, government teams and industry leaders gathered at Sunshine Coast’s premium Business Expo for an afternoon of bold ideas, practical support and powerful connections.

The Thriving Through Change Business Expo, held at Maroochy RSL on 27 August, attracted hundreds of people from across the region.

Now in its fifth year, the free event has cemented its reputation as a core initiative for local businesses navigating change, growth and resilience.

Attendees were treated to an empowering keynote from Kristina Karlsson, founder of global stationery brand kikki.K and Dream Life, whose story of building a purpose-driven business and overcoming failures resonated deeply.

Kristina said she was thrilled to have shared her journey and help businesses reconnect with their purpose, dream big and take bold steps forward.

“Every business owner has the power to create something extraordinary – even in the face of uncertainty,” Ms Karlsson said.

“It was incredible to be on the Sunshine Coat and share my journey with such a passionate and supportive business community.”

Hosted by Sunshine Coast Council, in collaboration with Chambers of Commerce and Industry Groups, the expo featured 40 exhibitors from all levels of government, education and industry, offering hands-on advice, tools and programs to help businesses thrive.

Sunshine Coast Deputy Mayor Maria Suarez opened the event and said it was a vital platform for collaboration and growth.

“When our business community thrives, our entire region thrives,” Cr Suarez said.

“That’s why Sunshine Coast Council is committed to supporting local businesses with opportunities like Thriving Through Change to help

foster collaboration and resilience.”

A standout panel discussion brought together some of the region’s most respected business leaders including White’s IGA director Roz White, Kenilworth Country Bakery owner Jenna Sanders, Maleny Dairies former CEO Stephen Tait, Mills Toyota dealer principal Brett Mills and Indepth Accounting director Renee Cooper.

Each shared candid insights into overcoming disruption, building community and leading with purpose.

White’s IGA director Roz White hosted the panel and said the session ignited new ideas on how to embrace change.

“You could feel the passion, the drive and the genuine desire to learn, connect and grow,” Ms White said.

“It’s events like this that remind us how strong and connected our business community really is.

“Sharing our stories helps others see what’s possible so we can all flourish together as a community.”

Tewantin volunteers awarded top QLD Visitor Info Centre

The team at Tewantin Visitor Information Centre (VIC), Parkyn’s Hut, has been named the best volunteer run VIC in Queensland for 2025.

This is the third time Tewantin VIC has won this prestigious award.

Volunteer Carol Williams said, “This is a significant award to be won by our local information centre, entirely staffed by dedicated volunteers. This makes our volunteers, local legends and pillars in the community, all happily serving our beautiful backyard.”

Tewantin Heritage and Historical Society, not for profit organisation, operate the fully accredited VIC, known affectionately as “Parkyn’s Hut”, and conveniently located on the Tewantin town square, main centre of the village.

The annual awards are presented by the

Queensland Information Centre Association (QICA) and currently about 100 centres are members of this association. At the function, the presenter congratulated Tewantin’s representatives, Gail McBurney and Carol Williams, on the “high quality, succinct and wellpresented submission” they put forward for consideration.

Visitor Information Centres are the front line for tourism, they often can be the first contact for visitors to the destination, and Parkyn’s Hut is also very community based.

Many locals drop into the Hut to collect their local papers, research information for themselves or pending guests and sometimes just for a chat. The Hut is a warm, friendly and inclusive place to visit.

If you would like to join the team and become a volunteer at Parkyn’s Hut, drop in and speak with one of the volunteers.

The day concluded with a buzzing networking session where attendees forged new connections and reconnected with familiar faces.

Tewantin Visitor Information Centre volunteers with patron Sandy Bolton.

White’s IGA director Roz White, Maleny Dairies former CEO Stephen Tait, Mills Toyota dealer principal Brett Mills, Kenilworth Country Bakery owner Jenna Sanders and Indepth Accounting director Renee Cooper.

White’s IGA director Roz White hosted a dyanmic leaders panel.

The Guide

PICK OF THE WEEK

TAKE 5 WITH ZAN ROWE

ABC TV, Tuesday, 8.30pm

Using five songs to unlock the inner thoughts and memories of celebrities who all too often prefer to keep their personal lives private, music journalist Zan Rowe has uncovered something of a superpower in this enduring interview format. Her charmingly honest and warm approach disarms even the most guarded of stars, showing a different side to the artists who soundtrack our own lives. In Tuesday’s season four premiere, Rowe is joined by Melanie C, best known as Sporty Spice, who opens up about the incredible experiences she’s shared with George Michael, Madonna and even the Beatles. But it’s the star’s tender recollections of childhood and her early career that you won’t find elsewhere.

On the record: Melanie C (left) tells Zan Rowe about five songs that shaped her life.

DREAMING BIG

NITV, Friday, 7.30pm

Indigenous athletes have a long and proud history, but this six-part series focuses on the future – the up-and-coming generation. It profiles a series of teenagers who excel at sports, including boxing, climbing and soccer, and dream of conquering the world while doing their mob proud. In Friday’s premiere, we are off to Bells Beach, where Landen, Kaiden and Meg are competing at the Australian Indigenous Surfing Titles. We then follow them back to their home breaks (on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast and the Yorke Peninsula in SA), where they share their stories, hopes and dreams with us and we learn about what motivates them to do what they do.

Friday, September 5

ABC TV (2)

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Would I

Lie To You? (PG, R) 10.30 The Pacific. 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00

ABC News At Noon. 1.00 The Family Next Door. (Ml, R) 1.55 Grand Designs Australia. (PG, R) 2.50 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.20 Grand Designs. (R) 4.10 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.35 Gardening Australia. Tammy Huynh visits a poppy-filled paradise.

8.35 Professor T. (Ma) Professor T is called upon to help investigate the disappearance of a six-year-old girl.

9.25 Hard Quiz. (PGs, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson.

9.55 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (PG, R)

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 Austin. (PG, R)

11.20 Silent Witness. (Malv, R)

12.15 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)

ABC FAMILY (22)

SBS (3)

6am Morning Programs. 10.20 Soccer. 2026 FIFA World Cup CONMEBOL Qualifier. Brazil v Chile. 12.30 BBC News At Ten. 1.00 PBS News. 2.05 Great Australian Road Trips. (PG, R) 3.00 Nula. 3.30 Living Black: 50 Years Of SBS Indigenous. 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 12. Highlights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 The Good Ship Murder. (PGv) 8.25 Dictator: The Hitler Interviews. (Premiere) 9.20 Lost Treasures Of Egypt. (PG) 10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 Catch Me A Killer. (Manv) 11.40 Pray For Blood. (Mal, R) 1.30 The World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 2.20 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PG, R) 2.50 Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 3.55 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SEVEN (7)

The last time Grant Denyer and Beau Ryan (both pictured) were TheAmazingRace:CelebrityEdition), a seriously unwell Denyer collapsed into Ryan’s arms in Agra, India, amid soaring 45-degree temperatures. But now, the heat is on Ryan, who’s hoping win up to $100,000 for the Helping Hearts Foundation, an organisation focused on cardiac health and AED education – a cause close to Ryan’s own heart after his mum’s cardiac arrest. Ryan drives a hard bargain as he rides a roller-coaster of highs and lows, pushing the Banker to their limits.

NINE (8, 9)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Your Money & Your Life. (PG) 1.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 2.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs visits an alpaca farm. 7.30 Football. AFL. Second qualifying final. Geelong v Brisbane Lions. 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. 1.35 Riviera. (MA15+adlsv, R) 2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.

7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 9.50 Mixmups. 10.10 Daniel Tiger’s. 10.30 Mini Kids. 11.00 Sesame Street. 11.25 Wiggle. 11.55 Thomas And Friends. 2.15pm Thomas. 3.00 Play School. 3.40 Fizzy And Suds. 4.10 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 4.25 Mecha Builders. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.30 Good Game Spawn Point. 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.30 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars. 9.55 Merlin. 10.35 Late Programs.

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SBS WORLD MOVIES

A sizzling summery soundscape and sunburnt cinematography turn up the heat in this superb Aussie mystery, which has just two chapters left. So far, the slowburning suburban series has been rather light on major reveals… or indeed, details of what it is that Isabelle (Teresa Palmer) is looking for. In Sunday’s penultimate episode, she turns her attention to neighbour Barb (Catherine McClements, pictured) and her plans to leave the court. After offering to babysit for Essie (Philippa Northeast) and Ben (Tane Williams-Accra), Isabelle takes the opportunity to search Barb’s house for answers – but at the same time, Ange (Bella Heathcote) is rifling through hers. Both women make discoveries that set the stage for a bombshell finale next week.

TEN (5, 1)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Our Take On Love. (2022, G, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG, R) 5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Bold. (PGa,

6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 27. Sydney Roosters v South Sydney Rabbitohs. 9.55 Golden Point. A post-match wrap-up of the NRL game.

10.45 MOVIE: Rush Hour 3. (2007, Msv, R) Lee and Carter try to protect a French woman. Jackie Chan.

12.35 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)

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6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R)

7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. (R) A couple must decide whether to stay or leave.

8.30 The Brighter Side. (Return) A family tackles a no-spend challenge. Adam Liaw shares budget recipes and tips to shop smart and save more. 9.00 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Hosted by Tom Gleisner. 10.00 10’s Late News. 10.25 10 News+. (R) 11.25 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

Bamay. 3.00 Over The Black Dot. 3.35 WorldWatch. 5.35 If You Are The One. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Sex: A Bonkers History. 9.25 Sex Actually With Alice Levine. 10.20 The Big Sex Talk. 10.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. 1.50am Somewhere Boy. 2.20 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Animal Rescue. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Australia’s Best Drives. 1.30 Business Builders. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Weekender. 3.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 3.30 The Great Outdoors. 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 Escape To The Country. 1.30 Room For Improvement. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Animal Rescue. 3.00 Better Homes. 5.30 Australia’s Best Drives. 6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Antiques Downunder. 9.00 Tennis. US Open. Day 12 Late. 3pm Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 Are You Being Served? 4.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 5.30 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Roosters v Canberra Raiders. 7.30 Find My Country House Aust. 8.30 MOVIE: U.S. Marshals. (1998, M) 11.10 Motorway Cops. 12.10am French And Saunders. 1.00 Creflo. 1.30 MOVIE: Lust For A Vampire. (1971, MA15+) 3.30 My Favorite Martian. 4.00 Are You Being Served? 5.00 Tennis. US Open. 6am Shopping. 8.00 Navigating

6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm A Beautiful Mind. (2001, Ma) 3.00 The Movie Show. 3.30 Lunana: A Yak In The Classroom. (2019, PGa, Dzongkha, English) 5.35 Funny Face. (1957) 7.30 Thelma And Louise: Born To Live. (2025) 8.35 Thelma & Louise. (1991, Malsv) 11.00 Patrick. (2019, MA15+nsv, French, Dutch, English) 12.50am My Old Lady. (2014, Ma) 2.45 Volver. (2006, Madls, Spanish) 4.55 The Movie Show. 5.30 Lunana: A Yak In The Classroom. (2019, PGa, Dzongkha, English)

Road. 5.00 Bamay.

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6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Towies. 2.30 Carnage. 3.30 Timbersports. 4.00 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Football. AFL. Second qualifying final. Geelong v Brisbane. 7.30 Motorbike Cops. 8.30 MOVIE: Downton Abbey: A New Era. (2022, PG) 11.10 MOVIE: Robin Hood. (2018, M) 1.25am American Resto. 2.00 Pawn Stars. 2.30 Motorbike Cops. 3.30 Garage 41. 4.00 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion. 5.00 Outback Hunters.

9GO! (82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. 12.10pm MOVIE: Look Who’s Stalking. (2023, M) 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 MOVIE: Mirror Mirror. (2012, PG) 9.35 MOVIE: Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters. (2013, MA15+) 11.20 Ghost Hunters. 12.20am Pretty Little Liars. 1.15 Supernatural. 3.00 Motor Racing. FIA World Endurance C’ship. 6 Hours of São Paulo. H’lights. 4.00 Barbie: Dreamhouse Adventures. 4.30 Late Programs.

THE FAMILY NEXT DOOR ABC TV, Sunday, 8pm

Saturday, September 6

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 Beyond Paradise. (PGa, R) 1.25 Professor T. (Ma, R) 2.15 All Creatures Great And Small. (PG, R)

3.00 Inside Our Minds. (PG, R) 5.00 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 5.30 Landline. (R)

6.00 Australian Story: Say My Name – Louisa Ioannidis Pt 1. (R) Looks at the case of Louisa Ioannidis.

6.30 Back Roads: Van Life Pt

1. (R) Myf Warhurst samples van life in Queensland.

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

7.30 Beyond Paradise. (R) A painting disappears.

8.30 Midsomer Murders. (Mav, R) Barnaby and Winter investigate when the annual Midsomer Scarecrow Festival takes a grisly turn.

10.00 The Family Next Door. (Ml, R) Fran struggles with her husband’s depression.

10.50 I, Jack Wright. (Mlv, R) 11.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6am Morning Programs. 9.00 DD India News Hour. 10.00 Blue Water Safari. (PG, R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Going Places. (R) 4.00 The Day The Rock Star Died. (PGd, R) 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 13. Highlights. 5.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 5.35 Hitler: A Life In Pictures. (PGa, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Swiss Alpine Rail Journeys: The Adaptable Arosa Line. (PGn)

8.30 A Royal Residence: Althorp House. Uncovers the history of Althorp House.

9.25 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy: Calabria. (PGa, R) Stanley Tucci visits Calabria. 10.15 Great Australian Walks. (PG, R)

11.10 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Ma, R) 2.35 Australia With Julia Bradbury. (PGaw, R) 3.35 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Charter Keck Cramer Moir Stakes Day and Chelmsford Stakes Day. 2.30 AFL Pre-Game Show. 3.00 Football. AFL. Second elimination final. GWS Giants v Hawthorn.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Football. AFL. Second qualifying final. Fremantle v Gold Coast Suns. From Optus Stadium, Perth. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game. 11.00 To Be Advised. 12.35 Riviera. (MA15+adlsv, R) Georgina searches for answers.

1.35 Harry’s Practice. (R) Information about pet care.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 It’s Academic. (R) Hosted by Simon Reeve. 5.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) Hosted by Simon Reeve.

6am Morning Programs. 12.00 NRLW Wrap. (PG) 12.45 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Round 10. St George Illawarra Dragons v North Queensland Cowboys. 2.35 Rugby Union. The Rugby C’ship. Australia v Argentina. 4.30 Test Rugby: Australia v Argentina Post-Match. 5.00 News. 5.30 Getaway. (PG)

6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 Riverfire. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 27. Canterbury Bulldogs v Cronulla Sharks.

9.25 NRL Saturday Night Footy Post-Match. Post-match coverage of the NRL game.

10.00 MOVIE: American Assassin. (2017, MA15+lv, R) A man investigates terrorist attacks. Dylan O’Brien.

12.05 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R) 1.00 Customs. (PG, R) 1.30 Rugby Union. Women’s Rugby World Cup. Pool A. Australia v England. From American Express Stadium, Brighton and Hove, England. 4.15 Garden Gurus Moments. (R) 4.30 Home Shopping. 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

6am Morning Programs. 10.30 Survivor: Australia V The World. (PGl, R) 12.00 The Brighter Side. (R) 12.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 1.00 The Yes Experiment. (R) 1.30 4x4

6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. Rob and Robyn try to sell their property in Penola. 8.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mdlm, R) A specialist critical care paramedic responds to a head-on collision that has left a driver trapped in their car. 9.30 Gogglebox Australia. (l, R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows.

10.30 Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service. (PGal, R) Gordon Ramsay investigates a barbecue joint. 11.30 FBI: International. (Ma, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

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6am Morning

Programs. 12.55pm Red Flag: Music’s Failed Revolution. 2.15 Wine Lovers’ Guide. 2.50 12 Dishes In 12 Hours. 3.30 WorldWatch. 5.30 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 The Frontier. 7.30 Impossible Engineering. 8.25 Little Fires Everywhere. 10.40 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. 1.50am Curious Australia. 2.35 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

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and Chelmsford Stakes Day. 5.30 Animal Rescue. 6.00 Dog Patrol. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 12.30am Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Rugby Union. The Rugby

6am Children’s Programs. 3.55pm Odd Squad. 4.20 Millie Magnificent. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Fireman Sam. 5.30 Peter Rabbit. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.30 Paddington. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.30 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 8.00 Kids Baking C’ship. 8.40 Chopped Jnr. 9.25 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.05 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 2.45pm Seinfeld. 3.45 Ski Rescue Down Under. 4.45 Hot Wheels: Ultimate Challenge. 5.45 MOVIE: Show Dogs. (2018, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Journey To The Centre Of The Earth. (2008, PG) 9.30 MOVIE: The Tomorrow War. (2021, MA15+) 12.10am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 1pm MOVIE: Charlotte’s Web. (2006, PG) 2.40 Ocean Parks. 3.30 Nula. 4.00 Proud Histories: Past, Present & Future. 4.30 Off Country. 5.00 Hunting Aotearoa. 6.00 Amplify. 6.40 The Other Side. 7.30 Big Backyard Quiz. 8.30 MOVIE: Lady In The Water. (2006, PG) 10.30 MOVIE: Chuck Berry. (2018, PG) 12.15am Late Programs. NITV (34)

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6am Morning Programs. 12.25pm Thelma & Louise. (1991, Malsv) 2.50 A Room With A View. (1985, PGnv) 4.55 Sun Children. (2020, PGadlv, Farsi) 6.45 Paperback Hero. (1999, PGalsv) 8.30 Sympathy For The Devil. (2023, MA15+v) 10.15 Mamacruz. (2023, Spanish) 11.50 Joe. (2013, MA15+sv) 2am Late Programs.

11.40 Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs. 3pm Rides Down Under: Aussie Truckers. (Return) 4.00 Deep Water Salvage. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 AFL Post-Game. 6.30 AFL Pre-Game. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30 MOVIE: Back To The Future. (1985, PG) 10.00 MOVIE: Ghostbusters. (1984, PG) 12.15am Late Programs.

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Sunday, September 7

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

SEVEN (7) 6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Praise. 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 David Attenborough’s Galapagos. (R) 3.30 Grand Designs NZ. (R) 4.20 Martin Clunes: Islands Of The Pacific. (PG, R) 5.05 Antiques Roadshow. (PG)

6.05 Growing Up Jewish. 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Austin. (PG) Austin tries to woo Haley.

8.00 The Family Next Door. (Ml) The truth of Isabelle’s investigation is revealed.

8.50 I, Jack Wright. (Mal) DCI Morgan’s investigation focuses on the Wright family.

9.35 MOVIE: Sherpa. (2015, Mal, R) Looks at climbing Everest from the Sherpas’ point of view. Russell Brice. 11.10 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (Mal, R) 11.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.00 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R) 3.30 The Art Of... (Ml, R) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

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6am Children’s Programs. 3.30pm The Gruffalo. 3.55 Odd Squad. 4.30 Little J And Big Cuz. 5.05 Zog. 6.10 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.30 Paddington. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.35 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 8.25 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.05 Abbott Elementary. 9.50 Speechless. 10.10 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.55 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 1.00 Motorcycle Racing. Australian Superbike Championship. Round 6. 4.00 Going Places. (PG, R) 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 14. Highlights. 5.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 5.35 Hitler: A Life In Pictures. (PGa, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Titanic: Secrets Of The Shipwreck. (Premiere, PG)

8.25 Titanic In Colour. (PGa, R) A continued look at the ill-fated Titanic

9.20 Monster: The Mystery Of Loch Ness: The Hunt For The Monster. (PG, R) Peter Scott joins the hunt for the monster.

10.20 The U.S. And The Holocaust. (Final, Mav, R)

12.40 Women Who Rock. (Ml, R) 2.45 Australia With Julia Bradbury. (R) 3.45 Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.

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6am Morning Programs. 2pm Jeopardy! 4.05 WorldWatch. 4.35 PBS Washington Week. 5.00 Kars & Stars. 5.50 Alone Sweden. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.25 Cursed Gold: A Shipwreck Scandal. (Final) 9.20 Great Australian Road Trips. 10.20 The Truth About Temu. 10.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. 1.50am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.35pm My Salinger Year. (2020, Mls) 2.30 The Movie Show. 3.05 Paperback Hero. (1999, PGalsv) 4.50 A Great Friend. (2023, PGalsv, French) 6.35 The Secret Garden. (2020, PGa)

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Behind Behani. (PGal, R) 12.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 1.30 Motorbike Cops. (PG, R) 2.00 To Be Advised. 3.30 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 4.30 Creek To Coast. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Weekender.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 The Voice. (PGl) Hosted by Sonia Kruger. 8.50 7NEWS Spotlight.

9.50 24 Hours In Police

Custody: Frequent Flyers. (MA15+adl, R) Authorities search for a criminal couple.

10.50 Crime Investigation

Australia: Most Infamous: Buried Alive. (MA15+av, R) A look at the murder of Peter Aston. 12.00 Jamestown. (MA15+av)

2.30 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 Harry’s Practice. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 3.00 Your Money & Your Life. 3.30 Animal Rescue. 4.00 Escape To The Country. 7.00 Greatest Escapes To The Country. 7.45 Mrs Brown’s Boys. 8.30 Vera. 10.30 The Pembrokeshire Murders. 11.35 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Fishy Business. Noon The Fishing Show By AFN. 1.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Adelaide v Brisbane. 3.00 Air Crash Inv. 4.00 Mt Hutt Rescue. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Border Security: Int. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: Twister. (1996, PG) 10.50 MOVIE: The New Mutants. (2020, M) 1am Blokesworld. 1.30 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show. (PG) 12.00 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Round 10. New Zealand Warriors v Brisbane Broncos. 1.45 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Round 10. Newcastle Knights v Gold Coast Titans. 3.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 27. Parramatta Eels v Newcastle Knights. 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 GCBC. (R) 10.30 The Brighter Side. (R) 11.00 My Market Kitchen. (R) 11.10 Survivor: Australia V The World. (PGl, R) 1.30 Location, Location, Location Australia. (R) 2.30 House Hunters Aust. (PGa, R) 3.00 Australia By Design: Architecture. 3.30 Wheel Of Fortune. (R) 4.00 Lingo. (R) 5.00 News.

6.00 9News Sunday.

7.00 The Block. (PGl) The rumpus room makeovers are revealed.

8.35 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

9.35 9News Late.

10.05 A Killer Makes A Call: A Killer In Accounts. (MA15+av) A man confesses to murder.

11.05 The First 48: The Code. (Mal, R)

12.00 The Gulf. (Madlsv, R) 1.00 Our State On A Plate. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 Fishing Australia. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Survivor: Australia V The World. (Final) Fourteen returning contestants head to Samoa in hopes of being crowned Sole Survivor and taking home $250,000. 8.55 Playing Gracie Darling. A child psychologist is haunted by her past. 9.55 FBI. (Mv, R) After an employee of the US Army is shot in an industrial park, the team works to track down the killer. 10.55 10 News+. (R) Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

6am Morning Programs. Noon The Baron. 1.00 MOVIE: State Secret. (1950) 3.20 MOVIE: Sabata. (1969, PG) 5.30 M*A*S*H. 6.00 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Eels v Tigers. 8.00 M*A*S*H. 8.30 MOVIE: The Monuments Men. (2014, M) 10.50 The Closer. 11.50 MOVIE: The Servant. (1963, M) 2.10am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 1.50pm Premier League Stories. 2.30 Ready Vet Go: The Vet Paramedics. 3.00 Big Rigs Of Oz. 3.30 Project Impossible. 4.30 Made In Korea: The K-Pop Experience. 5.30 MOVIE: Encino Man. (1992, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Yes Man. (2008, M) 9.40 MOVIE: Horrible Bosses 2. (2014, MA15+) 11.50 Late Programs.

Home Experts - Spring Home

Helping your home shine

Spring is traditionally a time for renewal, and across the Sunshine Coast many homeowners take advantage of the warmer weather and longer days to refresh, renovate and upgrade their properties.

From outdoor living and landscaping to flooring, roofing and security, local businesses are well placed to offer expert guidance and quality services to ensure every home looks and performs at its best.

Floors remain one of the most important features of any home, and Sunshine Coast residents are well served by two leading providers.

Beare Flooring delivers quality solutions that combine style with durability, while Queensland Flooring Centre offers a broad selection and expert installation to meet the varied needs of modern households. Both businesses bring craftsmanship and design knowledge to projects of any scale.

Protecting and enhancing the home starts at the top, and Hinterland Metal Roofing has built a solid reputation for workmanship and reliability. Their services not only safeguard properties against the coastal climate but also add value and visual appeal.

For homeowners looking to modernise kitchens, bathrooms and living areas, Granite Transformations provides innovative renovation solutions with custom surfaces designed to uplift interiors. Similarly, Basalt Constructions and Stilus Design and Construction bring experience and creativity to new builds and renovations, helping residents achieve spaces that reflect their needs and lifestyle.

Practical upgrades are also an important part of home improvement. Gecko’s Garage Doors and Gates delivers safe and secure entry solutions, while Harlequin Blinds and Security combines stylish window furnishings with reliable

protection for peace of mind.

Supporting all aspects of property maintenance, OPS Services Pty Ltd offers a broad range of trade and upkeep solutions. Their reliable service ensures homes remain in good condition throughout the year, providing confidence to

Why locals recommend the Queensland Flooring Centre

There’s something comforting about choosing the local guys. Expert advice, incredible value, and - as customer Kev put it - “good old fashioned service.”

That’s why more and more Sunshine Coast homeowners and investors are heading into Queensland Flooring Centre’s Coolum showroom.

Family-owned and community-driven, Queensland Flooring Centre is trusted for good reason: they combine great value with a warm, no-pressure experience that’s hard to find elsewhere. Whether you’re building, renovating, or refreshing a space you love, their team will walk you through beautiful flooring options without the overwhelm.

But what really sets them apart? Their fivestar reputation. With 70+ glowing Google reviews, customers consistently mention the same things: helpful staff, on-time installs, quality you can feel, and floors they absolutely love living with.

“Amazingly helpful from the minute I walked into the showroom,” says Julie, a local customer. “Everything was done so professionally in 1.5 days. Very happy. Glad I didn’t go anywhere else.”

Queensland Flooring Centre isn’t a big-box store or a franchise. They’re local experts with deep product knowledge, excellent customer

service, and a commitment to doing things properly. Choose from a curated selection of timber, hybrid, vinyl, laminate, bamboo, or carpet flooring.

Start your journey with the QFC team by meeting David at your local Coolum showroom or get in touch to book your free inhome measure and quote. With QFC, you’ll find something beautiful - and a team who really cares.

Coolum: 0407 185 329

Caloundra: 07 5358 0266

homeowners undertaking both routine care and larger projects.

Together, these Sunshine Coast businesses represent a wealth of local knowledge and expertise. Each brings a professional commitment to helping homeowners enhance comfort,

security and value, whether through essential maintenance or major renovations. As spring encourages new beginnings, these trusted experts provide the skills and solutions needed to turn plansintorealityandensurehomesarereadyforthe seasons ahead.

Queensland Flooring Centre is trusted for good reason. (Supplied)

Stairs by QFC.

A custom outdoor entertainment area by Stilus Design & Construction.A kitchen floor by Queensland Flooring Centre.

Home Experts - Spring Home

Local expert in flooring

Ann has been helping homeowners find the perfect flooring since 2009, and she’s very excited to continue this journey as the owner operator of Beare Flooring Coolum Beach and Surrounding areas.

Beare Flooring Coolum is your local familyowned and operated mobile flooring showroom, offering friendly, expert advice - all in the comfort of your home.

“As one of the few women in the industry I take pride in bringing a fresh perspective and a personal touch – and I am passionate about helping guide people through the flooring selection process,“ she said.

Great flooring can completely transform your space, enhancing your aesthetics and absorbing unwanted noise.

“Its important to get it right - that’s why we can’t wait to work with you and bring your project

to life! And we guarantee you a flawless flooring experience from start to finish with trade-qualified installers.

“We offer the highest quality products –from Australian Manufacturers and suppliers of Carpet, Hybrid, Vinyl planking, Timber, carpet tiles, both residential and commercial. And, to complete your project we can also offer you locally made Blinds, curtains and shutters.

“Our entire process is tailored around you: your home, your family and the way you live. We will bring our mobile showroom right to your door - saving you precious time with multiple showroom visits.“

Scan the QR code or call 0459 374 993 to book a date and time that suits you best. Visit beareflooring.com.au/service-area/coolum-beach/ beareflooring.com.au

Quality roofing for the Sunshine Coast

comprehensive leak detection.

By specialising in metal roofing, we ensure every project benefits from our focused knowledge and high-quality materials.

With strong ties to the local community and a reputation built on trust, reliability, and workmanship, we are passionate about providing homeowners and businesses with roofing solutions that stand the test of time.

Led by Jazper, a fully qualified roof plumber with more than 10 years of industry experience, we bring expertise and attention to detail to every project. Whether it’s a brandnew roof, a re-roof, or urgent repairs, we treat each job with the same level of care and precision.

Our services cover all aspects of metal roofing and maintenance, including fascia and gutter installation, wall cladding, gutter guard, roof inspections, roof and gutter cleaning, and

As a family-owned business, we understand the importance of protecting your home and investment. That’s why we take the time to deliver professional, personalised service while keeping projects on time and within budget.

No matter the size or complexity of the job, our goal is to provide lasting results that keep your home safe, functional, and looking great.

For dependable roofing services across the Sunshine Coast, call Jazper today for a free, no-obligation quote on 0487 789 255.

Hinterland Metal Roofing – trusted local experts in all aspects of metal roofing and repairs.

Call Jazper today for a free, no-obligation quote.

Ann has been helping homeowners find the perfect flooring since 2009. (Supplied)

Home Experts - Spring Home

Outdoor spaces for life

Stilus Design & Construction is a family owned and operated Sunshine Coast business specialising in decks and custom outdoor entertainment areas.

With a hands-on approach from concept design through to completion, clients enjoy confidence, consistency, and quality from the very first consultation to the finishing touches.

Imagine sitting on your new back deck, cooking up a feast on your outdoor BBQ, and watching the kids play in the pool while friends and family relax nearby. This is the kind of lifestyle Stilus Design & Construction creates.

Inspired by the natural beauty of the Sunshine Coast, its beaches, rainforests, and stunning coastal landscapes, the team designs spaces that celebrate life outdoors, enhance wellbeing, and connect people with their surroundings.

What sets Stilus apart is a genuine passion for transforming outdoor spaces into areas where families and friends can gather, share meals, harvest laughter, and create lasting memories.

The company specialises in custom outdoor areas, decking, pools and pool surrounds, pergolas, patios, alfresco dining areas, outdoor kitchens, firepits, seating, feature walls, and poolside entertainment areas.

From residential homes to resorts, cafes, and commercial properties, Stilus works closely with clients to deliver thoughtfully designed, functional, and aesthetically striking outdoor spaces.

Business owner Glen Fludder explains, “For us, it’s not just about building a deck or pergola. It’s about creating a space where people can relax, entertain, and enjoy life outdoors. Our goal is for every client to feel like they are stepping into a personal retreat right in their own backyard.”

Are you wanting to renovate your existing outdoor area or build a new outdoor space? Book a free project assessment online at www.stilusdesignandconstruction.com.au or call 0430 011 933.

Owners Glen and Kristen and their daughter. (Supplied)

A deck area by Stilus Design & Construction.

An outdoor pool area by Stilus Design & Construction.

Basalt’s prestigious award

Basalt Constructions is a family-owned building firm founded by brothers Tim and Nick Viner.

Our work is reflective of the ethos behind the Basalt brand, creating spaces that draw on inspiration from the coastal and country landscapes.

We hold a high emphasis on premium quality design and craftsmanship, and this was recently acknowledged by Master Builders when Basalt was awarded the President’s Award at the 2025 Master Builders Awards.

This award praised to the seamless finishes and craftsmanship in our project ‘Nojoor’.

Set within the coastal bushland of the Sunshine Coast, ‘Nojoor’ is a multi-generational retreat inspired by its natural surrounds.

Every space is considered, with the architecture eliminating internal corridors in favour of rooms that connect directly to the central courtyard, optimising natural light and a sense of openness.

This home contains over 720 cubic meters of concrete, most of which is exposed.

Internally, the material palette is warm and retrained: exposed concrete walls and ceilings, timber flooring and rich tonal contrasts in cabinetry and tilework provided a grounding backdrop while subtle touches of white quartzite stone add refinement throughout the home.

Basalt were also awarded Best Residential Bathroom Award for ‘Nojoor’ and Best Rural/ Remote Home for our Eerwah Vale project.

Awards. (Supplied)

New chapter in renovations

For more than 15 years, Granite Transformations has proudly served the Sunshine Coast, transforming kitchens, bathrooms, and living spaces with our signature granite overlays.

Our clients have come to know us for quality workmanship, reliable service, and beautiful results that stand the test of time.

Now, we’re excited to share the next step in our journey: Granite Transformations is evolving into Coastal Trends.

While we will continue to supply and install the granite products that our clients know and love, Coastal Trends expands our expertise far beyond benchtops. We now offer complete home renovations—from sleek modern kitchens to stylish bathrooms, practical laundries, flooring solutions, wall finishes, and more. Whether it’s a single room update or a full home transformation, our team manages everything from start to finish, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free experience.

With over 15 years of experience in the industry, the team at Coastal Trends has built a strong reputation based on craftsmanship, attention to detail, and genuine care for each project. Our friendly showroom staff are always happy to assist with ideas, discuss design options, and help you bring your vision to life.

As we step into this new chapter, our

Kitchen. (Supplied)

mission remains the same: to deliver exceptional service, high-quality finishes, and renovations that enhance the way you live.

Coastal Trends – transforming homes, creating lifestyles.

Basalt was awarded the President’s Award at the 2025 Master Builders

Laundry. Bathroom.

Transforming houses into

homes We are your Renovation Dream Team!

Granite Transformations is excited to announce we are officially transforming into Coastal Trends this October!

Thinking about a home makeover, but dreading the stress? We’ve got you covered!

At Coastal Trends, we specialise in beautiful, hassle-free renovations – managing your entire project from start to finish. Whether it’s a stylish kitchen upgrade, a modern bathroom, a laundry refresh, or new floors and walls – we handle it all, so you don’t have to!

Complete Project Management – Start to Finish

• Quality Craftsmanship & Attention to Detail

• Kitchens | Bathrooms | Laundries | Floors | Walls Relax, we’ve got this.

Bold builds, bright futures

A horseshoe-shaped abode, a multi-generational home inspired by its landscape, and a high-end landmark development claimed the highest accolades at the Master Builders 2025 Sunshine Coast Housing & Construction Awards.

The sold-out Awards celebration was held at The Events Centre, Caloundra, on Friday 15 August, honouring the region’s top projects and people.

Jager Build nabbed the prestigious Xact Accounting House of the Year Award, as well as best Individual Home over $10 million for signature build Horseshoe Hill, showcasing a mastery of traditional and modern construction techniques.

Basalt Constructions made it a hat-trick by taking home both the coveted BUSSQ Building Super President’s Award and Samios Projects Best Residential Bathroom Award for their seamless finishes and craftsmanship on Nojoor, as well as Best Rural/Remote Home for modern Eerwah Vale masterpiece Coggan, redefining conventional approaches to residential sustainability.

The sought-after Bathersby Legal Project of the Year Award was won by Cube Constructions for NATURE, applauded for their beautiful finishes and seamless attention to detail across the 13 luxury residences. The development also won best Residential Building (high-rise over 3 storeys) from $20 million up to $50 million.

J Co Constructions came away with two wins.

Co-founder and respected industry veteran Anita Bouwman won the Women in Building Award in homage to her vision, values and dedication to the industry spanning her 45-year career; her company was also awarded best Individual Home from $700,000 up to $850,000 for LE FEVRE RESIDENCE, blending coastal style with functionality.

Ryne Brown’s keen eye for detail, high standard of workmanship and positive attitude earned him the Apprentice of the Year Award

– won by an Merkara Homes apprentice for the second consecutive year. Also in the Individual category, Stalwart Constructions Qld founder and multi- award-winning builder Scott Buchanan won the Rising Star Award for his commitment to precision and craftsmanship.

Roebuck Concepts took home the Best Residential Swimming Pool and Best Use of Innovation for Grandview, where the team extended the pole home in every direction and replaced every surface apart from the hardwood floor, including construction of the figure-eight-shaped pool, raised on stilts with a circular gantry connected to the garden below by a spiral staircase.

Rounding out the Specialty category was Braeden Constructions winning Best Residential

Let OPS Services be your trusted partner for all your service needs. (Supplied)

Why choose OPS Services?

With over 25 years of experience, OPS Services is committed to treating every client as if they are the most important. Our team brings unparalleled expertise and dedication to every project, ensuring top-notch results every time. Why choose OPS Services?

• Experience you can trust: With decades of industry knowledge, we deliver solutions that work.

• Client-centric approach: We treat every job as if it were for our own family, prioritising your needs and satisfaction.

• Reliable and professional: Our clients consistently praise us for being quick, professional, and reliable.

Our services:

• Roller doors (domestic and commercial).

• Auto glass doors.

• Sliding gates.

• Motors.

• Sectional Garage doors.

• Remotes.

What our clients say

“Quick, professional, and reliable—couldn’t ask for more.”

Let OPS Services be your trusted partner for all your service needs.

Phone: 0422 852 094

Email: info@opsservices.com.au

Website: opsservices.com.au

We’re here to help—whether it’s a quote, quick repair, or finding the right solution for your property.

Kitchen for the breathtaking chef and entertainer’s dream as part of the incredible three-level modern Noosaville home, Riverside, which also won best Individual Home from $5 million up to $10 million.

“Every year, I feel so deeply honoured to stand before you - not just as a leader, but as someone who truly admires what each of you brings to our industry. It’s a privilege to share this night with you and to celebrate all that you’ve accomplished,” Master Builders Regional manager Nicola Scott said, as she addressed the event.

“There are so many opportunities ahead for our industry. The state’s investing billions in hospitals, schools, and community housing – and then there’s the 2032 Games. For the Sunshine

Coast Region this includes upgrades to the Sunshine Coast Stadium in Kawana Sports Precinct, transformation of the Maroochydore City Centre with a new Athletes’ Village, Arena and cultural precinct. We’re also excited about the delivery of the Wave, a seamless public transport project connecting us to the Sunshine Coast Airport, and direct rail from Beerwah to Birtinya. The new TAFE Centre of Excellence to come at Caloundra is an important step to tackling the skills shortage, getting more tradies on the tools.

“On behalf of Master Builders, and the Sunshine Coast team, I extend our congratulations to all the nominees and winners. Your achievements inspire us, and we’re honoured to celebrate your success and the exciting journey that lies ahead.”

Horseshoe Hill showcases a mastery of traditional and modern construction techniques.

Jager Build won best Individual Home over $10 million for signature build Horseshoe Hill.

Jager Build nabbed the prestigious Xact Accounting House of the Year Award.

Home Experts - Spring Home

Reliable, secure and stylish

Whether you’re building, renovating, or upgrading, Gecko’s Garage Doors and Gates offers trusted solutions for homes and businesses along the Sunshine Coast.

With a strong reputation for reliability, quality workmanship, and excellent customer service, Gecko’s is your go-to specialist for garage doors and automated gate systems.

Locally owned and operated, Gecko’s provides a wide range of products including sectional and roller garage doors, custom gates, and high-quality automation systems.

They work closely with clients to tailor solutions that match both functional requirements and architectural style—ensuring your property is secure, accessible, and adds curb appeal.

From initial consultation through to installation and ongoing servicing, the team at Gecko’s prides itself on professionalism and

transparency.Whetheryou’reafteraquietand efficient opener for your garage or a fully integrated security gate system, they’re equipped with the expertise to deliver the right result.

With both residential and commercial clients along the Sunshine Coast, Gecko’s has become known for completing jobs on time and to a high standard. No job is too big or small—and they always go the extra mile to ensure customer satisfaction.

Gecko’s now offer flexible payment solutions through our partnership with Zip Pay allowing you to purchase now and pay later with interest-free instalment options—making it easier to get the garage door you need, without the upfront pressure.

Contact Wayne 0487 661 769 or visit geckosgarage.com.au

Refresh your home today

As the Sunshine Coast bursts into bloom this spring, it’s the perfect time to refresh your home with Harlequin Blinds & Security.

Locally owned and trusted for decades by Marilyn Black and husband Julian, Harlequin brings fresh style and peace of mind to homes across the Coast with custom-made blinds, shutters, awnings, curtains and a huge range of security solutions.

With longer days and warmer breezes, spring is all about opening up your space - and Harlequin’s range of window furnishings lets you do just that in style. From light-filtering roller blinds to elegant plantation shutters and breezy outdoor awnings, each product is designed to enhance your lifestyle and make the most of the season.

Whether you’re letting in the morning light or shading your outdoor area for sunny afternoon gatherings, Harlequin has the perfect solution to suit your space.

Their team offers expert advice, a mobile showroom that comes to you, and professional installation with a keen eye for detail.

Spring is also the ideal time to upgrade your home’s security before summer storms arrive.

Harlequin’s security doors and window screens provide trusted protection without compromising your view or airflow - perfect for enjoying fresh spring air with peace of mind.

Combining craftsmanship, innovation, and friendly local service, Harlequin Blinds & Security is ready to help you breathe new life into your home this spring.

Whether you’re renovating or upgrading your property’s security and aesthetics, Harlequin

Blinds & Security combines innovation, craftsmanship and value to deliver outstanding results.

Why not brighten your outlook and secure your space this spring — all with the ease and expertise Harlequin is known for across the Sunshine Coast and surrounding areas.

For a free measure and quote, go to harlequinblindsandsecurity.com.au

Gecko’s is your go-to specialist for garage doors and automated gate systems. (Supplied)

Roller shutters. (Supplied)

Monday, September 8

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

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Teenage Boss. (R) 10.30 Midsomer Murders. (Mav, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 The Piano. (PG, R) 2.55 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (R) 4.15 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Australian Story: Say My Name – Louisa Ioannidis Pt 2. 8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.

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

9.35 Planet America. Hosted by Chas Licciardello and John Barron. 10.05 ABC Late News.

10.20 The Business. (R)

10.35 A Life In Ten Pictures. (Mv, R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.40pm Pop Paper City. 3.00 Play School. 4.10 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 4.25 Mecha Builders. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Dr Ann’s Secret Lives. 8.40 Contraption Masters. 9.25 The Crystal Maze. 10.15 Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs. 2pm Strait To The Plate. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 The 77 Percent. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Waterworld Africa. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Karla Grant Presents. 9.00 MOVIE: Sweet As. (2022, M) 10.30 Dream Whisperer. (Premiere) 11.30 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News Weekend. 1.30 Al Jazeera News Hour. 2.00 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys. (PGa, R) 2.55 Garage Dreams. (PG) 3.25 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 15. Highlights. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 To Be Advised. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes.

8.35 Portillo In The Pyrenees: A Quest Of Identity. (PGav, R)

9.30 Moulin Rouge: Yes

We Can-Can! (Mn, R)

10.35 SBS World News Late. 11.05

Classified. (MA15+v) 11.55 Tokyo Vice. (MA15+asv, R) 2.15 Blackport. (MA15+av, R) 3.00 The World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (PGa, R) 3.50 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PG, R) 4.25 Curious Traveller. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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World. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Johnny Cash: Redemption Of An Idol. 10.15 Big Backyard Quiz. 11.15 Forged In Fire. 1am Where Are You Really From? 1.30 PEN15. 3.15

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6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Roo is conflicted.

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) The competition heads to Adelaide. 9.05 The Rookie. (Mav) Following his stint at the LAPD, Evers returns to the DA’s office where his past connects him to the investigation.

10.05 S.W.A.T. (Mv) The team hunts down a Chilean arms dealer.

11.05 The Agenda Setters. An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics. 12.05 Hooten & The Lady. (Mav) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

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4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Endeavour. 10.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 11.30 Doc Martin. 12.30am Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs. 2pm Rides Down Under: Aussie Truckers. 3.00 Motor Racing. National Drag Racing C’ship. Top Fuel C’ship. Winternationals. Replay. 4.00 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 8.00 Outback Crystal Hunters. 9.00 Aussie Gold Hunters. 10.00 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 2.10pm The Glassworker. (2024, PGav, Urdu, English) 4.00 Sunflower. (1970, PGa, Italian, Russian) 6.00 Grandpas. (2019, PGal, Spanish) 7.50 Ten Canoes. (2006, Mnv, Ganalbingu, English, Gunwinggu) 9.30 Darkland. (2017, MA15+dv, Danish) 11.35 Late Programs.

Tuesday, September 9

ABC TV (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7) 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Australian Story. (R) 10.30 Planet America. (R) 11.05 Growing Up Jewish. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 I, Jack Wright. (Mal, R) 1.55 The Piano. (PG, R) 2.55 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 4.10 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30.

8.00 Foreign Correspondent.

8.30 Take 5 With Zan Rowe: Melanie C. (Return, Ml)

9.00 Midnight Oil: The Hardest Line. (Ml, R)

10.45 ABC Late News. 11.00 The Business. (R) 11.15 Four Corners. (R) 12.00 Media Watch. (PG, R) 12.15 Hawke: The Larrikin And The Leader. (Final, PG, R) 1.15 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 2.05 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (R) 2.50 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. 2.40pm Pop Paper City. 3.00 Play School. 4.10 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 4.25 Mecha Builders. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 Deadly 60. 9.10 Expedition With Steve Backshall. 10.05 Late Programs.

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. 10.55 Rome: Rise Of Empire. (PGav) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys. (PGa, R) 2.55 Garage Dreams. (PG) 3.25 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Every Family Has A Secret. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.35 Motorbike Cops. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Continental Railway Journeys. (PG) 8.30 Insight. Explores how police forces are struggling to recruit. 9.30 Dateline: Chateaux For Sale. 10.00 SBS World News Late. 10.30 Secret World Of Snacks. (R) 11.25 Screw. (Premiere, Mals) 1.15 The World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (PGa, R) 2.05 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PGaw, R) 2.40 Hugh’s Wild West. (PG, R) 3.40 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. 2.20pm Retro Gamers. 3.00 Aussie Jokers. 3.35 WorldWatch. 5.35 The Fast History Of. 6.00 The Food That Built The World. 6.50 Jeopardy! 7.45 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.45 Hoarders. 10.20 The Day The Rock Star Died. 10.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. 1.50am Dark Side Of The 2000s. 3.30 Late Programs.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGal) The competition continues in Logan, Queensland.

9.00 Grosse Pointe Garden Society. (Masv) Alice investigates her dog’s murder.

10.00 Tik Tok: Murders Gone Viral: The Killing Of Sania Khan. (Malv, R) 11.00 The Agenda Setters. 12.00 Fairly Legal. (Mav, 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 Creek To Coast. 2.30 Impossible Builds. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 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.

Morning Programs. 11.50 Ten Canoes. (2006, Mnv, Ganalbingu, English, Gunwinggu) 1.25pm Scrapper. (2023, PGav) 2.55 The Secret Garden. (2020, PGa) 4.45 All Quiet On The Western Front. (1979, PGav) 7.30 Barry Lyndon. (1975, Masv) 10.55 Darkland: The Return. (2023, MA15+alv, Danish) 1.05am Late Programs. 7MATE (74) 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Island Echoes. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Indian Country Today News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.45 Waterworld Africa. 7.35 Ice Vikings. 8.30 Pro Bull Riding Australia. 9.30 Over The Black Dot. 10.00 Hunting Aotearoa. 10.30 MOVIE: Searchers. (2016, MA15+) 12.10am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. Noon American Pickers. 1.00 Pawn Stars. 2.00 Outback Crystal Hunters. 3.00 Aussie Gold Hunters. 4.00 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers.

Programs.

The Block. (PGl, R) 1.30 Young Sheldon. (PGa, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R)

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) The teams work on their designer kitchens.

8.45 100% Footy. (M) Features the latest rugby league news, with exclusive insights from an expert panel.

9.45 9News Late.

10.15 Opal Hunters: Red Dirt Road Trip. (PGal)

TEN (5, 1)

11.15 Murder In The Family. (MA15+al, R) 12.05 Footy Classified. (Ml) 1.00 Hello SA. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham

(8, 9) 9GEM (81, 92)

6am Morning

Programs. Noon Death In Paradise. 1.10 MOVIE: Kind Hearts And Coronets. (1949, PG) 3.20 MOVIE: Let’s Be Happy. (1957) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 10.40 Whitstable Pearl. 11.40 French And Saunders. 12.20am Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs. 12.10pm MOVIE: A Lover Scorned. (2019, M) 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. 8.40 MOVIE: Jupiter Ascending. (2015, M) 11.10 Seinfeld. 12.20am Pretty Little Liars. 1.15 Supernatural. 3.00 Late Programs.

Hosted

(Return,

Have You Been Paying

(Malns)

compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 10.00 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.25 2025 MTV Video Music Awards. (R) A celebration of the year’s best music. 1.25 10 News+. (R)

(8, 9)

(5, 1)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.15 Getaway. (PG, R) 1.45 Garden Gurus Moments. (R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 9.00 Lingo. (R) 10.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 10.30 Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. (PGl, 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 The Block. (PGl) Britt strikes up a friendship with an ex-contestant.

8.40 Paramedics. (Mm) A dementia case hits home for Lisa.

9.40 9News Late.

10.10 The Grand Tour. (MA15+l) 11.30 La Brea. (Mav, R)

12.20 Footy Classified. (Ml) 1.20 Garden Gurus Moments. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. 2.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (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.

Deal Or No Deal.

The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. (PGal) Hosted by Beau Ryan. 9.00 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 10.00 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mav) The team is called in to find a missing teen. 11.00 10’s Late News. 11.25 10 News+. (R) 12.25 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. 1.30 Home Shopping.

6am Morning Programs. Noon Death In Paradise. 1.00 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: We Joined The Navy. (1962) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Agatha Raisin. 10.40 The Closer. 11.40 French And Saunders. 12.20am Late Programs.

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

6am Morning Programs. Noon MOVIE: Nanny Dearest. (2023, M) 1.50 Golden Girls. 2.20 Nanny. 3.20 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Crimson Tide. (1995, M) 11.00 Seinfeld. Midnight Veronica Mars. 1.00 Pretty Little Liars. 2.00 Supernatural. 4.00 Late Programs.

9GEM

Wednesday, September 10

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 National Press Club Address. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 1.55 The Piano. (PG, R) 2.55 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (R) 4.15 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. 8.00 Hard Quiz. (PGs)

8.30 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (Ml) Hosted by Shaun Micallef.

9.10 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R) Hosted by Rob Brydon.

9.40 Austin. (PG, R)

10.10 ABC Late News.

10.25 The Business. (R)

10.40 Planet America. (R) 11.10 You Can’t

6am Morning Programs. 11.00 DD India News Hour. 11.25 Always Listening. (Ma, 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 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 16. Highlights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 James May: Our Man In India. (PG)

8.30 DNA Journey: John Simm And Phil Glenister. (Ml) Philip Glenister and John Simm take a DNA journey.

9.35 Code Of Silence. (Premiere, MA15+) A deaf woman is recruited for a covert operation.

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 COBRA. (Mal) 11.50 Vigil. (Mal, R) 2.00 The World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 2.50 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PG, R) 3.20 Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 4.25 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.40pm Pop Paper City. 3.00 Play School. 4.10 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 4.25 Mecha Builders. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.20 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 10.10 Late Programs.

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. 12.25pm Pro Bull Riding Australia. 1.30 Chatham Islanders. 2.00 Island Echoes. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.45 Waterworld Africa. 7.35 Casketeers Life & Death Across The Globe. 8.30 MOVIE: The Power Of One. (1992, M) 10.45 Lionel. 12.15am Late Programs.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning

Programs. 3.25pm WorldWatch. 5.25 The Fast History Of. 5.50 The Food That Built The World. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 MOVIE: Clue. (1985, PG) 10.20 Travel Man. 10.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. 1.30am Trainspotting With Francis Bourgeois. 1.45 Then You Run. 2.40 VICE. 3.50 Late Programs.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Morning Programs. 12.20pm Full Time. (2021, Ml, French) 1.55 Grandpas. (2019, PGal, Spanish) 3.45 Bring It On. (2000, PGals) 5.35 The Last Wave. (1977, PGaln) 7.30 Death In Brunswick. (1991, Mlnsv) 9.30 Lansky. (2021, MA15+av) 11.45 No Man Of God. (2021, MA15+av) 1.35am Late Programs.

Thursday, September 11

ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

6am Morning Programs. 10.30 Back Roads. (R) 11.00 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (Ml, R) 11.40 If You’re Listening. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Silent Witness. (Malv, R) 1.55 The Piano. (PG, R) 2.55 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (R) 4.15 Long Lost Family: Born Without A Trace. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys. (PGavw, R) 2.55 Garage Dreams. (PG) 3.25 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 17. Highlights.

6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads: Van Life Pt 2. (PG) 8.30 Grand Designs New Zealand. Tom Webster meets a couple building a four-storey home. 9.15 The Family Next Door. (Ml, R) The truth of Isabelle’s investigation is revealed.

ABC Late News. 10.20 The Business. (R) 10.35 Grand Designs. (R) 11.25 Long Lost Family: Born Without A Trace. (PG, R) 12.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 4.25pm Mecha Builders. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.25 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 9.55 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 10.45 Late Programs.

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. 11.50 MOVIE: The Power Of One. (1992, M) 2pm Island Echoes. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters.

5.30 Te Ao With Moana. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Waterworld Africa. 7.30 Going Places. 8.30 Tribal. 9.20 MOVIE: Jackie Chan’s First Strike. (1996, M) 11.20 We Need To Talk About Cosby. 12.20am Late Programs.

SEVEN (7)

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. 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) Lacey’s resolve starts to crumble.

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

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) Hamish McLachlan sits down with former West Coast Eagles champion Jeremy McGovern.

10.15 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. (PG) A truck driver is run off the road. 11.15 Chicago Fire. (Mav) 12.15 Imposters. (Madlsv, R) 1.15 Travel Oz. (PG, 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 Animal Rescue. 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. 11.45 Bargain Hunt. 12.45am The Great Australian Doorstep. 1.30 Late Programs.

7MATE (74)

6am Morning Programs. Noon American Pickers. 1.00 Pawn Stars. 2.00 Outback Truckers. 4.00 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion. 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. 10.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 11.30 Nightwatch. 12.30am Late Programs.

(5, 1) NINE (8, 9)

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

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) Dan makes a contestant take a sobriety test.

8.40 Clarkson’s Farm: Mushrooming. (Ml) Jeremy Clarkson struggles with his newest venture.

9.50 Freddy And The Eighth. (Ml) Hosted by Brad Fittler, Danika Mason and Andrew Johns.

10.50 9News Late.

11.20 Damian Lewis: Spy Wars. (Mv, R) 12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00

Let’s Eat With George. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

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

7.30 The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. (PGal) Hosted by Beau Ryan. 8.40 The Gilded Age. (Premiere, PGa) Follows the Russell and van Rhijn families in 1880s New York City high society. 10.20 Elsbeth. (Mnv, R) A reality TV star is found dead.

11.20 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.45 10 News+. (R) 12.40 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. 1.30 Home Shopping. 4.30 CBS Mornings.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 9/11: One Day In America: First Response. (Premiere) 9.10 Rock Legends: David Bowie. (PG, R) Explores the life of David Bowie. 9.40 Snowpiercer. (MA15+v) Melanie intensifies her search for Layton. 10.35 SBS World News Late. 11.05 Dopesick. (MA15+ad, R) 12.10 Blue Lights. (Malv, R) 2.10 The World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 3.00 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PGav, R) 3.30 Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31)

SEVEN (7)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Secrets In The Snow. (2020, Mav, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

8.30 Clarkson’s Who Wants To Be A Millionaire UK. (PG) Contestants compete for a top prize of £1 million. Hosted by Jeremy Clarkson.

9.30 Why Trains Crash. (PGa) Takes a look at a train crash in India.

10.40 What The Killer Did Next: Debbie Starbuck. (Mav, R) 11.40 Kick Ons.

12.10 Life. (Malsv, R) 1.10 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72)

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

7MATE (74)

6am Morning Programs. 1pm Caught On Dashcam. 2.00 Highway Patrol. 3.00 Talking W. 3.30 The Force: BTL. 4.00 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Family Guy. (Return) 8.30 American Dad! (Return) 9.30 MOVIE: Hancock. (2008, M) 11.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm The Movie Show. 2.05 All Quiet On The Western Front. (1979, PGav) 4.55 The Movie Show. 5.30 Queen Bees. (2021, PGadls) 7.25 Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. (1988, PGals) 9.30 Goodfellas. (1990, MA15+adlv) 12.15am All The Old Knives. (2022, MA15+als) 2.10 Late Programs.

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

6am Morning

Programs. Noon New Tricks. 1.00 Signora Volpe. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Billy Liar. (1963, PG) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.50 Major Crimes. 11.50 French And Saunders. 12.30am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.10pm MOVIE: Tempting Fate. (2019, M) 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 Heat. (2013, MA15+) 10.50 Seinfeld. 11.50 Veronica Mars. 12.45am Pretty Little Liars. 1.40 Supernatural. 3.30 Late Programs.

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

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Round 11. Sydney Roosters v Cronulla Sharks.

9.50 9News Late.

10.20 Outback Opal Hunters. (PGl) Bad luck strikes three mining crews.

11.20 First On Scene. (Maln, R)

11.50 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

12.40 Pointless. (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.

9GEM (81, 92)

6am Morning Programs. 1.55pm What Does Australia Really Think About… 3.00 Insight. 4.05 WorldWatch. 6.05 Over The Black Dot. 6.35 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.25 Curse Of Oak Island. 10.10 The UnXplained. 11.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. 1.50am Conversations. 2.25 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. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Line Of Duty. 11.10 Murdoch Mysteries. 12.10am Father Brown. 1.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. Noon Midsomer Murders. 2.00 As Time Goes By. 3.10 Antiques Roadshow. 3.40 MOVIE: The Constant Husband. (1955) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 RBT. 8.30 Emergency. 9.30 RPA. 10.30 Chicago Med. 11.30 The Real Murders Of Atlanta. 12.30am Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs. 12.10pm MOVIE: Pool Boy Nightmare. (2020, M) 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: RoboCop 3. (1993, M) 10.35 Seinfeld. 11.35 Veronica Mars. 12.35am Pretty Little Liars. 1.35 Supernatural. 3.30 Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 9.00 Lingo. (R) 10.00 Ent. Tonight. 10.20 Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. (PGal, 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 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. 7.30 Gogglebox Australia. (l) Opinionated viewers discuss TV shows. 8.30 The Office Australia. (Premiere, PGal) The managing director of a packaging company is told that her branch employees will go remote. 9.00 Law & Order: SVU. (MA15+a, R) A child goes missing in broad daylight.

10’s Late News.

The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R)

10 News+. (R)

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

Trips to the country

Spring into Queensland Country for a season of colour, flavour, and celebration. Rolling hills, blooming gardens, and vibrant landscapes set the stage for festivals, farmers’ markets, and outdoor adventures. Families and friends gather to enjoy fresh local produce, live music, artisan crafts, and unique cultural events across the region. Wildlife awakens, rivers sparkle, and country roads invite exploration. Whether it’s a hot air balloon ride over scenic valleys, a lively street parade, or a laid-back picnic in a blossoming park, spring in Queensland Country is pure joy.

Rotary Gourmet in Gundy, Goondiwindi Region

5 – 7 September

Set on the lawns of the Goondiwindi Cultural Centre beside the Macintyre River, Rotary Gourmet in Gundy is a springtime favourite. Enjoy local produce, fine wines, boutique beers, and live music in a relaxed country setting. Celebrity chef Clarissa Feildel will host cooking classes on Saturday and join Sunday’s main event, while Mondello the Magician keeps the little ones entertained. With great food, music, and warm hospitality, it’s a day not to be missed.

Laidley Spring Festival, Lockyer Valley

12 – 14 September

Eachyear,theLockyerValleyburstsintobloom fortheLaidleySpringFestival-athree-daycelebration of colour, creativity, and community spirit. Enjoy the much-loved Street Parade, Twilight Feast and Fest, Spring Garden Fair, Orchid Show, Quilt and Craft Expo, and Bee Happy Day. With more than 60 years of history, this vibrant festival captures the charm of spring in the country!

Miles Back to the Bush Festival, Western Downs

11 – 14 September

This festival is Miles from ordinary! Step back in time and celebrate country life with a vintage twist at the Miles Historical Village. This much-loved September festival is packed with bush fun. From the street parade, tractor pull, and markets, to quirky challenges like billy boiling and obstacle races. You will find live entertainment, hearty hospitality, and the charm of the Historical Village as its backdrop. It’s a weekend that captures the true spirit of the bush!

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, Toowoomba Region

12 September – 6 October

For 76 years, each spring, Toowoomba bursts into bloom with four spectacular weekends of flowers, flavours and entertainment. From award-winning parks and private garden tours to the iconic floral street parade, live music, and delicious foodie experiences, the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is the perfect

way to celebrate the season in Queensland’s garden city.

Blackbutt Avocado Festival, South Burnett 13 September

Celebrate the cream of the crop at the Blackbutt Avocado Festival, a family-friendly event bursting with quirky fun, delicious food, and country charm. Enjoy avocado-themed games and activities, and sample local treats. With live music, homemade goodies, and a chance to explore historic Blackbutt, it’s a festive way to support local farmers and savour the best of country life.

Murphy’s Creek Chilli and Craft Carnival, Toowoomba Region 21 September

Spice up your spring with the Murphys Creek Chilli, Craft & Cake Carnival. Sample over

chilli sauces, local jerky, cakes, crafts, and international street food, all while enjoying live music and family-friendly fun. With quirky competitions, chilli challenges, and a festive country atmosphere, it’s a flavoursome day out supporting local producers and charities in the scenic Lockyer Valley.

CelticFest, Southern Downs and Granite Belt

3 – 5 October

Celebrate Scottish and Irish heritage in the heart of the Southern Downs at CelticFest in Warwick. Held over the King’s Birthday weekend in October, at the Warwick Showgrounds. The festival features Highland Games, pipe bands, Celtic markets, traditional food and drink, and even Highland cows. With live music, medieval encampments, and community-

run CelticFringe events across Warwick, it’s a weekend of culture, fun, and heritage not to be missed.

Warwick Rodeo, Southern Downs and Granite Belt

20 – 26 October

Experience the thrill of Warwick’s iconic rodeo and campdraft, celebrating the skill and determination of riders since 1928. Watch bulls and horses fly out of the gate, admire the bond between rider and steed, and enjoy a week-long festival of country food, trades, live music, and local stories. With opportunities to meet rodeo stars, shop for authentic gear, and soak up true Aussie country spirit, it’s a high-energy event you wont want to miss!

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Waiting for the train -Miles Back to the Bush Festival.

Laidley Spring Fest Twilight Feast and Fest.Miles Back to the Bush Festival.

The Gathering are returning to Warwick for Celticfest.

Gourmet in Gundy.

Festval of flowers grand parade.

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

Fully Escorted Barossa Valley Tours

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Jazz sellout at The J

By Jim Fagan

Let trumpets sound, let drums beat, let clarinets cascade their joyful notes—the 10-day Noosa Jazz Festival is now on and what a launch it had last Friday and Saturday at The J. Noosa Chorale and the country’s top musos, The Australian Jazz Ensemble, presented their “I Got Rhythm” show to packed houses—even the mezzanine was sold out! — and their enthusiastic audiences made clear that jazz is, to quote Satchmo, “what folks dig the most.”

For 31 years now the festival has been attracting leading national and international jazz musicians to Noosa and ten years ago it first teamed up with the Chorale.

And this year the line up for the Ensemble was Janet Brewer (piano), Brett Iggulden (trumpet and sax), Paul Williams (clarinet and sax), Steve Grant (trumpet), Calvert Duffy (drums and washboard), John Reeves (piano and accordion), John Conley (double bass) and Dave Burrows (guitar).

The Chorale performed classics like New York New York, Blue Skies and It Don’t Mean a Thing and the Ensemble worked with the singers as though they had practised for years rather than just one night!

It was, however, the soloists and small groups from the choristers that were the stand-out.

I have been reviewing choir concerts for some years now and this was the first time I had heard so many of the Chorale’s hidden talent given their chance to shine.

And shine they did. Soprano Lia Marelie played the piano and sang George Gershwin’s Summertime, blending beautifully with the Ensemble. Jonathan Anstock (aka Leonard Cohen) did bossa nova with The Girl from Ipanema, Soprano Belinda Griffiths sang the Duke Ellington Don’t get Around Much Any More and soprano Jenny Jackson brought a dazzling touch of the 1940’s with the Johnny Mercer hit “Personality.”

Another sparkler was the choreographed performance by Debra Schneider, Fran Wilson

and Debbie Boyles of the 1940’s Andrews Sisters wartime song, Boogie Woogie Bugle Boys of Company B.

They also combined with Susi Fox, Cal Webb and Pamela Turnbull with Olena Kruta accompanying on piano, to make up the ensemble called Ariabella, and sing Nat King Cole’s Orange-Coloured Sky plus the 1954 Vaughn Monroe hit, Mr Sandman.

Kim Kirkman took time out from his conducting and emcee duties to sing Baby It’s Cold Outside with soprano Paige Allen and in a brief chat after the Saturday show an elated Kim said, “I wasn’t surprised we had such talent. I just gave them the opportunity and they took it. It was a great show today. The Jazz Ensemble was so supportive.”

ABOVE, RIGHT: The Australian Jazz Ensemble.

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Jazz festival wraps up

The Noosa Jazz Festival wraps up this weekend with back-to-back concerts at The J Theatre, Noosa Junction, on Friday, 5 September, and Saturday, 6 September (from 6.30 pm), followed by a special Father’s Day concert on Sunday, 7 September, at Lions Riverstage, Gympie Terrace.

Friday and Saturday evenings will feature three lively sets of classic jazz standards by specially formed bands and ensembles. Featured artists will include Graeme Arthur, a dynamic Melbourne-based trombonist; Will Purcell, a stalwart of the traditional jazz scene since the early 1980s, who brings crisp banjo rhythms and an authentic ragtime style; award-winning trumpet player and singer Eamon McNelis; and twice-voted singer of the year Penny Eames.

Penny has sung and recorded with several of the leading jazz bands in Sydney and Adelaide. She toured overseas and Australia with Bob Barnard’s Band, including appearances at the Sydney Opera House and the Adelaide Festival Centre, and taught jazz voice at the Adelaide Conservatorium. The Southern Jazz Club placed her in its first “Hall of Fame” list of nineteen performers.

Eamon began playing the trumpet and jazz at the age of eight, winning the Jazz Award for Brass at the 2010 Wangaratta Jazz Festival and has performed at venues and festivals around the world. He now leads The Skellingtons, a band noted for playing evocative, swinging tunes from the 1930s and 1940s.

For further information and to buy tickets, log into Noosa Jazz Club’s website at noosajazzclub.com, email, info@noosajazzclub. com, or phone/text 0478 256 245. Eamon McNelis. (Supplied)

Simon Hennessy and Helen Peel. (Ann Milland) Adrienne Millbank and Brenda Langmaid.

Gail Spira and Cherrie Morton. (Ann Milland)

Fran Wilson, Debbie Boyles and Debra Schneider sparkle as the 1940’s Andrews Sisters.

Ready to perform

Some of the best young musicians on the Sunshine Coast have been brought together through the Eumundi School of Music (SOM) and are now rehearsing hard, as they prepare to take to the stage at a Mini Festival on Saturday 13 September at the Eumundi School of Arts.

ESOM founder and esteemed songbird Katie Noonan said the scholarship students have been mentored by their teachers with individual lessons over the last two months.

These are all professional working musicians: Mark Moroney guitar and voice; Alys Ffion voice; Jazzella Coogan voice; Brodie Graham guitar; Jarrod Tutbury keys; Rob Ewan bass; Brett Newman drums; Jimmy Halliday trumpet; Sive Hughes saxophone; and Zac Hurren, Stage and Teen Band Mentor.

“We’ve been blown away by the talent this year,” Katie said.

“These young rockers are a truly impressive bunch of kids hailing from far and wide across the Sunshine Coast – from Caboolture all the way up to Gympie.

“Our teachers have worked with the students in selecting songs they’ll perform at the Mini Festival and other festivals.

“After lessons, and lots of individual practice, we now have the exciting time when they come together for band rehearsals – bringing their skills and stagecraft together to rock!”

The mini-festival in September will showcase two new bands, Artificial Dreams and Boiling Pot,

along with ESOM Teen Band Area 51, ESOM Show Band White Keyz, the ESOM horn section The Chapsticks and feature alumni band Karma Police.

There is great excitement that the Mini Concert will see three times ARIA winners The Superjesus headline the night – accompanied by ESOM alumni Nate Morgan and Madison Grose on bass.

Katie shares that there’ll also be a mini Superjesus also performing on the night.

“Superjesus frontwoman rock queen Sarah McLeod was so impressed when she heard our alumni band The Greater Good perform, so sug-

Spring orchid show in Cooroy

Noosa District Orchid & Foliage Society will hold their annual Spring Orchid Show in Cooroy Memorial Hall in Maple Street on Friday 19 and Saturday 20 September.

Entry is $4, Friday 8.30am-4pm and Saturday 8.30am-1pm.

This show not only provides spectacular flowers and foliage displays of prize-winning plants, it’s also a great opportunity to buy a beautiful orchid, fern or foliage plant.

For just $10, you can do a hands-on orchidpotting workshop with everything supplied, including the orchid, and you get to take it home. Potting bark and fertilisers will also be on sale, along with $1 raffle tickets. (Eftpos is available.)

While orchids have a reputation of being delicate and tricky, they are actually surprisingly tolerant, though most don’t like too much water. They have been around for more than 80 million years in a wide range of climates and regions across the planet.

Buying the right orchids for your location is one of the best ways to maximise your success, along with getting some local growers’ tips through joining an orchid club.

Noosa District Orchid & Foliage Society welcomes new members at their monthly meetings, held on the first Saturday of each month from 1pm at Tinbeerwah Hall. You can get information on joining the society at the show.

Concert guests

Yandina Country Music welcomes guest artists duo Andy and James to the ACMA concert on Sunday 21 September.

With their lively performances and mesmerising vocals, 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.

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

gested they also perform hit Gravity,” she said.

“Get your tickets now for what will be a seriously special night of music.

“Our 35 young rockers will blow you away with their talent and I guarantee your cup will be filled with the goodness of young musicians playing their hearts out for you!”

TICKETS for what will be an incredible night of music (from 4 – 10pm) are available at Eventbrite: $49 adults/ $39 concession/ $20 children.

Kids under 5 free.

Visit eumundischoolofmusic.com

Yandina Country Music welcomes Andy and James. (Supplied)

Artificial Dreams with The Chapsticks. (Supplied)

The Chapsticks.

Boiling Pot.

Artificial Dreams.

The degradation of soil, the disruption to climate, and potential collapse of the natural systems threaten the Earth’s ability to sustain them. ERLE LEVEY looks at the program for the Agvention 2025 field day at Kandanga and what benefits come when farming regeneratively.

Sustainable solutions

By Erle Levey

Agvention is coming ... and the line-up of speakers is one of the best in the event’s six-year history.

Going Beyond The Inspiration will be the format for the event, with Agvention billed as Australia’s first and only regenerative agriculture field day.

To be held on Friday 5 September at Kandanga Farm Store, Agvention looks at the need for sustainable practices to prevent irreversible damage to the Earth’s ecosystems and ensure the wellbeing of current and future generations.

This involves overcoming the impacts of climate change, biodiversity loss, deforestation, and soil degradation.

The loss of these natural attributes reduces the ability of ecosystems to provide vital services such as clean air and water.

With global agriculture having to contend with soil degradation, climate disruption, and ecological breakdown, there is a need for a deeper reevaluation of how food is produced

“It’s going to be amazing,’’ Kandanga Farm Store’s Amber Scott said. “The line-up of speakers this year all have slightly different takes.

“This reflects what regen farming’s all about. There is no silver bullet, no recipe, no rule book or instruction manual.

“Anyone on the regen path is still figuring it out as they go along … they do not have all of the answers.

“Yet some who have been on the path for a while bring some really great insights to share, how to avoid mistakes and recognise opportunities.

“People are looking forward to the event.’’

Among the speakers are Robert Pekin and Emma-Kate Rose from the Food Connect Shed in suburban Brisbane, who will be sharing how to overcome adversity and create something that will be far reaching in the impact it has on the lives of people.

Rob Watson of Mungalli Milk on the Atherton Tableland is to bring his experience of how integrity helps build a brand that consumers will trust.

The success of the award-winning biodynamic milk comes from creating a product that has become extremely popular, even against heavily discounted items.

Graeme Sait and Claudia Sibley of Nutri-Tech Solutions have an apple orchard at Stanthorpe on the Southern Downs. They will talk from experience, not just about soil health and nutrition levels in food but about the reality that growing produce is just the start.

Philip Hughes, from the Lachlan Hughes Foundation on the Western Downs, will speak on the human component - how to overcome massive setbacks and then help others on their farming journey.

The foundation, established in 2019 in lasting memory of Lachlan Hughes, was to fund one person annually to attend training courses in regenerative agriculture.

This year the foundation will see 30 participants attend from throughout Australia.

Philip will speak about the family’s journey, with focus on avoiding burn-out - maintaining a balance in lifestyle as well as soil.

There is no better recognition of the Lachlan Hughes Foundation’s value than in Neil and JanAdele Reinke, who were recipients of the Tree of

Life Award two years ago to provide a further 12 months of regen farming experience.

At Agvention, Neil and Jan-Adele will be introducing ways of finding the silver lining with silvopasture - an agroforestry practice that integrates trees, forages (pasture), and livestock grazing on the same land.

Neil has 40 years of experience with forestry and with Jan-Adele runs a regenerative beef operation focusing on landscape function, silvopasture and soil health.

The list of speakers includes Hamish Andrews from Forage Farms at Kybong, talking about collaborative expansion - how to build output without buying extra land.

Tom Bjorksten from New South Wales will focus on how to succeed with small scale farming, while Paul Martin of Summer Land Camels at the Scenic Rim is looking at alternative funding avenues.

Sam Gorringe, from a Tasmanian dairy farming family, is to focus on diversifying income passively.

Meanwhile Rod O’Connell, who grew up on a sheep and cattle property in central western Queensland, has lived on a small Scenic Rim farm for the past 10 years and will look at subtle energies as ways to heal from recent social and economic disruptions.

PERSONAL JOURNEYS

Agvention has continued to attract interest from across Australia since its inception in 2019.

It has highlighted Kandanga as a hub for regen farming and something of a landmark for the region.

Throughout the year Kandanga Farm Store hosts workshops and get-togethers for the different seasons.

“The workshops are to share ideas on the seasons and how to be pro-active in an organic farming situation as well as regen,’’ Amber Scott said.

“This is a growing pocket of awareness and there are people who are wanting to do something - be part of the network.

“The fact about regenerative farming is that one size does not fit all.

“Those on the journey all have different stories.

“Yet it’s about the failures as much as the successes - the markets and the weather for instance, can have a big effect and it’s a matter of how you cope.’’

Agvention was conceived after Tim Scott, at the time running the Australasian division for a multinational rural tech business, was seeing less innovation on the Australian agricultural field day circuit.

At the same time, the international field days he was attending were noticeably more interesting.

Tim and Amber realised Agvention had to be different, so they decided on hosting a range of speakers and topics that are designed to assist personal regenerative journeys.

Agvention was revived in 2022 after a break during the Covid pandemic.

LIVELY LINE-UP

As part of the local food revolution theme, guest speakers at Agvention 2025 include Robert Pekin and Emma-Kate Rose from Food Connect Shed in suburban Brisbane.

Getting Real While Giving A Damn is the theme of Robert’s talk and he is expected to cover a broad spectrum.

“It’s about trying to keep things real, and always being there for the farmer,’’ he said.

And Robert would know - he’s a former Victorian dairy farmer who’s suffered from deregulation in the milk industry.

He lost the multi-generational family farm in the Otway Ranges in the late 1990s.

This led to severe introspection and depression, but Robert resolved that he needed to be a part of the solution.

Having been busted he realised what the problem was … it was on the other side of the farm gate.

“We needed to be that side of the fence,’’ he said.

As a result he founded Food Connect, a social enterprise to connect farmers and city consumers.

The Salisbury warehouse is Australia’s first community-owned local food hub and gathers produce from about 200 farmers within 500km of Brisbane.

The goal is to get local, seasonal, ecologically-grown food direct from a farmer into people’s homes as quickly as possible.

At Agvention, Robert will be advising on how to get real with finances, but also reminding people of the need not to get over-excited with regenerative methods and their possibilities.

At the same time he will encourage conserva-

tive-minded farmers who think regen sounds too good to be true.

“Let’s get down to look at the numbers and have viability without burning ourselves out.

“Obviously mental health is a big part of it … but basically it is a matter of would you value your fresh produce more if you knew the farmer who grew it?’’

Food Connect Foundation director EmmaKate Rose said one Food Connect box may hold 20 different foods grown by 20 different farmers. They are distributed mainly by means of a socalled city-cousin network.

“In practice, it’s a distribution system, so instead of delivering to your home or to your door ... these city cousins act as local pick-up points in local neighbourhoods.’’

More than 500 “careholders” invested in an equity crowd-funding campaign that enabled Food Connect to buy the $2million warehouse.

“We don’t owe any money to a bank,” EmmaKate said.

“We’ve got 513 people who are on board with us 100 percent.

“They really get what we’re trying to do in terms of our broader vision for the food system here in Australia.”

Agvention is being run without funding or support, and the speakers offer their services freely as a means of keeping the cost down.

The event last year was sold out, with attendees from South-East Asia, Western Australia, Western Queensland, Victoria and Tasmania as well as the Mary Valley and surrounds.

The wealth of knowledge at Kandanga Farm Store and the willingness to share that, as well as discuss other ideas, will certainly be something of immense value.

To be flexible and open to change is increasingly needed in an ever-changing world, together with an understanding of nature itself.

AGVENTION 2025 PROGRAM

• 07:00 - 07:45 Gates open – registration and breakfast (available for additional cost).

• 07:45 - 07:55 Welcome by MC, Nick Holiday.

• 08:00 - 8:45 Robert Pekin – Getting Real with Giving a Damn. Putting yourself ahead of the hype.

• 08:50 - 9:35 Graeme Sait and Claudia Sibley –from Theory to Practice – growing it is just the start.

• 09:40 - 10:25 Tom Bjorksten – From family black sheep to small scale success story.

• 10:30 - 10:55 – Morning Tea Break

• 11:00 - 11:30 – Hamish Andrews – Collaborative Expansion.

• 11:35 – 12:05 –  Paul Martin – Alternative Funding Avenues.

• 12:10 - 12:40- Sam Gorringe – Diversifying Income Passively.

• 12:45 - 13:25 Lunch – Buffet Lunch of local organic produce.

• 13:30 - 14:15 Neil Reinke – Finding the Silver Lining with Silvopasture.

• 14:20 - 15:05 Rod O’Connell – Subtle Energies.

• 15:10 - 15:55 Rob Watson – Mungalli Milk Case Study – Integrity Can Be Profitable.

• 15:55 -16:05 Leg stretch.

• 16:05 - 16:50 Last questions, Lachlan Hughes Foundation draw and wrap-up. For more details: https://agvention.com.au/

Amber and Tim Scott of Kandanga Farm Store ... excited about Agvention 2025. (494611)

Happy Apples ... the Nutri-Tech Solutions orchard at Stanthorpe.

Bringing in the cows ... Mungalli Milk in Far North Queensland.

Philip Hughes leads a farm workshop at the Hughes Family property.

Cattle grazing among the crops and orchard at Mystic Creek.

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

QCWA

The QCWA Tewantin Noosa Branch always welcomes new members. Come along to our weekly social craft and hobbies group, the DIY Divas, held each Thursday, 9-11am. Work on your own project, learn new skills and enjoy the company of like-minded women. Gold coin donation includes morning tea and conviviality. The next Street Stall is Thursday 12 September from 8-10.30am, unless sold out earlier. Find us at the QCWA Hall, 123 Poinciana Avenue, next to the Tewantin Post Office. Call Robyn on 0428 385 747 if you have any queries.

ORCHID SOCIETY

Noosa District Orchid & Foliage Society welcomes visitors and members to its Saturday meeting, 6 September, at 12pm for socialising and plant sales, with meeting from 1pm,Tinbeerwah Hall. Visitors can attend two meetings for free before joining. For more information visit noosaorchidsociety.com.au or phone Trevor Cook on 0419 431 008.

RSL WOMEN’S AUXILIARY

The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa RSL Women’s Auxiliary will be held on Friday 5 September at 10.30am. All members going to the Caloundra Auxiliary lunch, please pay Kay at this meeting. All members and visitors welcome. Phone Kay 5447 5042.

SUNDAY DANCE

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 to 5pm. Lots of fun and dancing, including a 20 min. tea/coffee break to socialise. (Only $10) Hope to see you there. Singles or couples welcome. Just rock up or phone Andrew 0429 829 328. For more info, please visit andrewsclassdance.com

COMMUNITY GARDEN

New Members welcomed. We can offer memberships for fit and active individuals, who are eager to participate in our organic vegetable, herb and fruit garden activities on Friday mornings in Noosaville. Call 0416 054 650.

CLASSICAL MUSIC CIRCLE

Here’s to everyone keen and enthusiastic about Classical Music: Our group has been running for almost two years now at the U3A. My wife Irmi and myself Barry are presenting the most beautiful music from all popular composers. We meet every Wednesday from 10am to 12pm in the Auditorium of the U3A Noosa. The music is presented on a big cinematic screen with a fantastic sound system. Costs are a mere $3 per session, annual membership is $45 per year. Like to try out? Call Barry 0478 837 708 or barry.henze@ gmail.com

THURSDAY GIRLS

The Thursday Girls is a registered Australian charity, run by a committee of volunteers. We are a group of women who are passionate about supporting 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 supporting 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.

VIEW CLUB

The Noosaville VIEW Club is a valued part of The Smith Family dedicated to supporting the education and wellbeing of disadvantaged Australian children. On the 2nd Thursday of each month this warm and welcoming women’s club

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gathers for our “Friendship Day” event and camaraderie. On the 4th Thursday of each month we have our club lunch meeting at the Tewantin RSL with a guest speaker and update on our fourteen Learning for Life students. New members and guests are always welcome to come along for fun and friendship.

For more information call Di on 0419 271 377.

ARTS AND CRAFTS

Workshops (booking required):

Pastel skills with Maxine Thompson: and Sunday, 6 and 7 September, 9am to 4pm Abstract landscape charcoal and cold wax with Kym Barrett: Saturday 13 September, 9am to 4pm

Noosa Shire Arts & Crafts Association is a centre for creativity, learning and friendship. New members welcome. Visit our Gift Shop. Disabled-friendly access.

Tel: 07 5474 1211; Visit noosaartsandcrafts. org.au

NOOSA U3A FRIDAY TALKS

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

Friday 5 September: Assoc. Professor Kevin Alford – Old Sydney Town, Rogues, Royalists, Rum & Rebellion.

Friday 26 September: Zero Emissions Noosa – Powering Your Home – De-mystifying Home Batteries.

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

CHORALE SEEKS NEW SINGERS

Noosa Chorale is recruiting new singers to enjoy the fun and challenge of making fantastic music together, to develop their singing skills under the direction of talented conductor/maestro Kim Kirkman, and to perform on stage in three major concerts each year with instrumental accompaniment by exceptional musicians. No auditions are required, nor is the ability to read music although this is an advantage. Rehearsals are held each Monday from 7-9pm at The J Theatre. For more information, see “sing with us” at noosachorale.org.au or email noosachorale@ gmail.com

BOOMERANG BAGS NOOSA

Fabric donations always needed. Boomerang bags are sewn from recycled fabric with the aim of reducing single use plastic bags and minimising landfill from discarded textiles. Any unwanted fabric: doona covers, sheets, denim, curtains or upholstery fabric can be dropped off at Wallace House on a Monday or Wednesday morning. Phone Ned: 0411 784 911. Facebook: facebook.com/groups/boomerangbagsnoosa

Spring into plant sale

Noosa Botanic Gardens Friends are holding their 2025 Spring Plant Sale on Saturday 6 September and the lead-up action has been prolific.

It’s the time of year when many people are going to be planting new species in their gardens, establishing new plots and layouts orjustwantingtocelebratetheendofwinter - so that means the Friends have to hit high gear to meet anticipated demand for seedlings and exotic wonders of all kinds at the gardens’ Propagation Shed.

Already there’s a riot of spring colours showing in the Gardens, so you can get in on the act with native species indigenous to this area - some even exclusive to our wonderful region.

The plant sale starts at 7am and will run until midday, and you will be amazed at the varieties on offer. It’s always a busy day with the beginning of spring so don’t leave it too late to visit.

Noosa Botanic Gardens are located on Lake Macdonald Drive, about 4km from Cooroy CBD.

For further details, visit Facebook/noosa botanic gardens friends, or www.noosabotanicgardensfriends.com

Talking Sport

Ron Lane

Seahorse nippers underway

Last Saturday saw the start of another Noosa Seahorse Nippers season. Despite the chilly weather there was a good turn up of Noosa Seahorse Nipper families, helpers, and qualified surf lifesavers from Noosa, Sunshine Beach and Peregian surf clubs.

Speaking with both Steve (Chairman) and Nikkie Mawby they were pleased with the all-round attendance. ‘’This season we have 36 registered members and on Saturday there were 26 in attendance plus 40 helpers.’’ Once again, a big thank you to the Noosa Shire Council for their support, and particularly the parking arrangement in the Lions Park.

The Bus Boys were once again in attendance and their assistance in family parking and transportation from the park to Noosa’s Main Bech, really made their day. Regarding activities, the Seahorse people this year started combined signal and tube rescue, obstacle courses, wading and kayak paddling.

Steve Porter, a senior Noosa life saver is leading the Seahorse program for children, in preparation for the SLSA Australian Titles Adaptive events: a new and very popular event for children in need.

Also, it was good to see Australian Irion Man Legend Darren Mercer back on Main Beach, saying hullo to all involved. You can rest assured that the Welcome Mat, is always there for the Mercer family on their return. Also, a big thank you goes to Libby Doherty: her work behind the scenes as a support administrator has been outstanding. Outrigger

From the Outrigger World Titles in Brazil comes the news that 15-year-old Lachlan Burnett of Noosa, finished 8th in the finals of his division. For this young athlete to finish 8th, after only paddling seriously for five months against the best the world has to offer, is indeed an outstanding performance.

Battle of Tasman Cup

As was previously stated, this weekend Noosa coachers Sharlene Kelly (Australian Ski Coach) will face off against Mike Janes, (New Zealand Water Coach,) while Youth World Beach Sprint Champion Josie Holmes of Australia will be racing in the Pathway Opens category in which she will wear the green and gold for the first time.

Josie’ selection came because of a stella season during which she became the Youth Beach Sprint World Champion at the Lifesaving World Titles: also won the U19, Beach Series Championship, then won a silver medal at the U19 Beach Sprints at the Australian Championships. She went on to be crowned Beach Competition and Supreme Athlete of the Year, at the Noosa Awards Night.

On the weekend Noosa Senior and Youth athletes rallied their support around Josie, in her final hit out on the sand at Noosa, prior all three leaving for their respective mid-week camp at the Gold Coast. This left just enough time for our rivalry to begin between our own Aussie girl’s vs Kiwi standoff on the sand, with Noosa SLSC being well represented in the international event.

As a further indication of things to come this season, from the Noosa SLSC, (in an outcome of pure chance,) all three of their high-performance coachers ended up presenting and supporting the Sunshine Coast Coaches Day two, a week ago. A call came from the Sunshine Coast SLS Branch, asking for support from any HP coaches, to assist on boarding and supporting new coaches, from all over the Sunshine Coast, of which Sharlene and Mike plus beach coach Todd “Swanny” Mc Swan, all independently, volunteered. None of them knew the others had done the same, until communications came out from Sunshine Coast Branch with the agenda.

The full day event held on Sunday 24 August, which attracted many Development coaches from SLS Clubs from cross the Sunshine Coast, all three coaches, delivered breakout workshops on athletes’ development and surf sports programming: volunteering their own individual expertise and passion to the next wave of coachers from all other.

At a club level, Noosa Heads SLSC surf sports program is in full swing, with athletes preparing for World Ocean Series trials, and the Beach program athletes preparing for early season Gift racing, through Queensland Athletics: and revelling in the recent announcement by SLSQ that they

will host the first round of Qld Beach Series on Saturday 22nd November.

This event attracts several hundred competitors from all over the State: in sprints, flags, and relays across three separate carnivals. Within the club program being led by Sharlene, Mike and Swanny and under the steering of new Director of Surf Sports things are looking positive and exciting.

From Between the Flags.

For the new season of beach patrolling, it all starts again on Saturday 20 September: and for the Noosa Club the word from new club captain Trevor King is “It could not be better. There are now 17 patrol teams on roster, and the day will start with a ceremony, The Raising of the Flags.”

From the Noosa Club there are some exciting

changes, with a mixture of keen youngsters and long serving legends. However, the major factor is the attitude of the new management, in Lifesaving, Surf Sports and JAC- fresh ideas, teamwork and renewed energy.

From this it becomes obvious that the key factor is boosting on- the -sand experience. The club is lucky to have several Long Service Members now stepping into mentor the newest patrolling members. Their leadership wisdom and guidance will be invaluable as the team grow stronger together. The final message from Club Captain Trevor King says it all, “If you have any questions or need support, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help.”

With tourist visitation on the increase the need for our beach patrols to be ever alert goes

Noosa Outriggers were very proud of our paddlers at the world titles in Brazil - 15 year old Lachlan Burnett came 8th in the world, Rose Edyvean took second place in the Female 75 class, a 12 km race for OC1s.

without saying and don’t be afraid to chat to our visitors- in doing so you are letting them know you are there for them.

Martial Arts,

From Karate Noosa comes yet more good news regarding the ability of our youth in sport. For several months now, Noosa Today has been spreading the good news about our Youth, and here again is yet another example.

Her name is Sophia Innis and this Junior Black Belt Shotokan Karate student, under the training of Head Sensei Bryan Dukas Black Belt 6th Dan, now competing in the Philippines, in the Philippines / Asia league, has just won the gold medal in the free sparing. We will have the full story next week.

Karate Noosa’s Sophia Innes in action in the recent nationals competition. (Supplied)

Noosa SLSC coach Sharlene Kelly.

Dolphins’ grand finals glory

It has been a fantastic season for the Noosa Dolphins, with players and coaches working tirelessly to reach the grand final stage. Having faced Peregian Saints several times in pre-season and throughout the season – where the Saints often had the upper hand – the boys knew this was going to be a defining contest.

The match was held at the Sunshine Coast Stadium, a huge honour for the team and a stage that brought both excitement and nerves. Backed by strong crowd support and chants of ‘Noosa, Noosa’, the Dolphins started strongly. They dominated the first half, racing to a 17–0 lead, soon stretched to 24–0 after the break with tries from Mason, Hugo, Sol and Alex.

The Saints refused to fold however. With determination and grit, they clawed their way back into the game, piling on 17 unanswered points before the final whistle. The Dolphins held on valiantly to secure a 24–17 victory.

Both sides displayed outstanding sportsmanship and courage, capped off by inspiring captains’ speeches in front of the stadium crowd. A memorable day the boys will carry with them for life.

U10 Noosa Dolphins vs Maroochydore Swans

The Under 10s finished the season with a real bang against Maroochydore at Sunshine Coast Stadium, producing a strong win that showcased just how far the boys have come this year.

Noosa displayed excellent defence against the Swans, including a strong tackle by James early on. Constant pressure from Noosa led to a lost ball from Maroochydore and, after running more than half the length of the field, Theo scored; converted by Arlo. Noosa quickly got the ball out to Ramsay, who crossed for another try. Maroochydore was unable to penetrate Noosa’s defence, with the boys winning the ball back and working as a team. Strong running from Josh, Arlo and Ramsay led to another try.

Impressive play followed, with great running from Eddie, Max, Archie and Toby.

The second half started strongly, with an early try from Forrest. Teamwork created another opportunity for James, who pushed through the Maroochydore defenders to get the ball down. Maroochydore finally crossed the line with a well-deserved try, which was swiftly answered by Noosa. As fatigue set in, the Swans managed another try, though Noosa responded once more to increase their tally.

Coach Iain congratulated the boys on a very

impressive game and praised their defence, effort and teamwork. James and Toby were named joint Domino’s Players of the Match.

Well done, U10s!

U8 Noosa Dolphins vs University Barbarians

Last game for the season and what a physically and emotionally challenging match it was. The Dolphins showed true sportsmanship in the face of adversity, rallying to come back stronger in the second half. Buster opened the scoring, outrunning University. Hemi quickly followed, busting through the advantage line and touching down in the far-left corner. Otis stepped left to right, carving through the opposition straight down the middle to score.

Owen displayed fantastic tackling; it was hard work protecting the ball to maintain possession. Hudson was powerful in defence and attack; a true players’ player, always there to support and step up when the team needed him most. Archer made an important tackle to play his part, composed and supportive on the field.

Alfie sealed the ball all game to maintain pos-

few hard-fought tries with his powerful running. Gus got involved with stints of attack and defence but, even more impressively,

was always there to look out for his teammates’ safety and wellbeing.

We could not be prouder of this Dolphins team and we’re already looking forward to next season!

Noosa Dolphins crowned Sunshine Coast Rugby Union Premiers

From page 1

University started the match with speed and field possession and within 10 minutes, the Dolphins faced a 12-3 deficit. The Dolphins had also lost their flanker, and one of the season’s best in Billy Tait, at the 10th minute mark to a knee injury. University extended their lead after 23 minutes with their third try. It wasn’t til the 32nd minute mark that the Dolphins had advanced into the opposition half and off a rolling maul, hooker Harry O’Connor was able to finish off with a try. Minutes later, the move was replicated with the same outcome giving a half time scoreline of 24-17 in University’s favour.

Again, it was University who struck early in the second half, scoring and converting just one minute into the second stanza, taking the scoreline to 31-17. With field position swinging back into Noosa centre Albie Polu and winger Matt Schoutrop added with two further tires for the Dolphins, leaving the locals just four points behind. It wasn’t til the 77th minute of the match, that Noosa finally led on the scoreboard with number eight Tai Ford breaking through to score and with the conversion successful by Joey Caputo, the Dolphins took a 37-34 lead into the full time whistle.

“No one wants to be behind on the scoreboard, but with the massive territorial advantage University enjoyed in that first half, and the wind advantage, I knew that if we could be patient, retain possession and work our way up field, that we had the strike power to keep in touch,” Noosa Coach Jim McKay said after the match.

The Senior Womens match proved even closer with Noosa and Caboolture level at full time 7-7 after 70 minutes of tough rugby. At half time, the teams were stuck at 0-0, with neither

side giving an inch, a clear indication of the quality of both teams. It wasn’t til 18 minutes into the second half that the first try was scored by Noosa. From a scrum penalty, Georgie Daniels took a quick tap and four phases later, the dominance of the Dolphins pack paid dividends with Daniels diving over to score. In a reversal of fortunes though with the Dolphins 7-0 up and four minutes left on the clock, Caboolture dominated a scum to be awarded a penalty. In a repeat of the Noosa try, they took a quick tap and two phases later scored to square off at 7-7.

With seven minutes each way to play in extra time, with no golden point, it was the Dolphins to take first scoring opportunity with Shelbie

Beardmore finishing off an attaching raid taking a 12-7 lead. Perhaps with pressure mounting, the Dolphin’s conceded back to back penalties allowing Caboolture to take back field possession, scoring a match levelling try three minutes later. With conversion successful, the Dolphins went into the extra time break trailing 14-12 and that is where the score remained for the next five minutes. With a penalty to Noosa on their own 22-meter line, the girls showed confidence in their attack, Georgie Daniels again taking quick penalty tap and fullback Bronte Wilson and centre Tiger Livingston combining to reach the halfway mark before an offside penalty aided the Dolphins cause, with Steive Te Moana se-

curing the ensuring line out ball with only seconds left in the match. The Dolphins continued to pepper the Caboolture line earning another offside penalty. Georgie Daniels again took the quick tap charging 15 meters before Lydian AloEmile took the ball at the back of a ruck to dive over and seal the match 17-14.

“I had said to the girls before the match, grand finals are won in the first minute of the match and the last minute. I never thought though that last minute would be the 84th minute,” coach Damine Cogill said.

Dolphins president Chris Burton could not contain his pride after the match.

“When I think of where we were in 2023, our worst results in the club history, to now winning both the Men’s A Grade on the back of our win last year, and the Senior Womens and just missing in reserve grade, is incredible. The players last year and this have developed their own moto and that is to be a source of pride for the Noosa region. I hope that with what we have witnessed this season, and especially today, that our Region can be proud,” Burton said.

session, producing a try-saving tackle in the corner, followed by a

Noosa Dolphins U10s dominate in the final clash against Maroochydore. (Supplied)

Noosa Dolphins U12 Grand Final winners.

Albie Polu enjoys his grand final try. (Alfie Hill Photography)

Club Patron David Nicholson remembered at grand final.

Serving up inaugural event

Tennis talent from across Queensland and beyond will descend to Tewantin Noosa Tennis Club for the inaugural Noosa Open, running 5–7 September at the Noosa District Sports Complex.

With a $5,000 prize pool on the line, the event is set to showcase some of the best emerging and established players, alongside a buzzing atmosphere for the local tennis community.

Tournament Director Pete Taylor said the weekend promises to be a highlight on the Noosa sporting calendar.

“The Noosa Open brings together ultra com-

petitive tennis with a unique feel of the Tewantin Noosa Tennis Club surrounded by an amphitheatre of gum trees, creating a stunning backdrop to the action on court. We’ve got strong player fields with several ex-professionals, great facilities, and plenty for the community to enjoy”

Mr Taylor said about 100 elite players including world ranked professional Calum Puttergill were lined up to attend the tournament, playing singles and doubles matches.

The Noosa Open Tennis Tournament secured a major boost this week, with Noosa RSL officially

Some setbacks, but three sides will carry Lions’ hopes

By Alasdair Scott

It was a weekend of disappointment for several Noosa Lions teams as their Preliminary Final campaigns came to an end.

Despite the setbacks, the club can reflect on a season of excellent football across all age groups. And while the seniors fell just short, three Noosa sides – the Men’s Under-23s, the Under-15 Division 1 Boys, and the Under-12/13 Division 2 Girls – will carry the club’s hopes into this weekend’s Grand Finals at Sunshine Coast Stadium.

The Under-18 Blue team, crowned Minor Premiers, suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat to Woombye despite taking an early lead. In a tight contest where both defences stood firm, the young Lions impressed with their technical football and fighting spirit but couldn’t find a way through.

Woombye’s good day continued as their Under-23s booked a Grand Final clash against Noosa, before the senior Men edged past the Lions 1-0 in a hard-fought battle.

The Men’s Preliminary Final began at a frantic pace on a dry, dusty pitch, with neither side able to take control. Clear-cut chances were rare, but Noosa goalkeeper Cameron Boldy was called into action late in the first half, making two excellent saves to keep the scores level. At the other end, Sunny Law came close after latching onto a Jack Williams through-ball, only to be denied by the Woombye keeper.

After the break, Noosa pressed forward. Oli Williams tested the defence with a sharp strike from the edge of the area, while Ollie Blackmore’s clever turn and shot flew narrowly over the bar. The Lions enjoyed their best spell of the game, with Harry Neal and Mitch Bridge both going close, but it was Woombye who struck first. A swift attack down the right ended with Boldy saving the initial header, only for the rebound to be forced home.

Woombye almost doubled their lead but were denied by a brilliant Boldy reaction save. Noosa rang the changes, introducing Adey, Dresher, and Thompson in search of an equaliser. The disruption briefly unsettled the side, but with time run-

ning down, they rallied. Thompson thought he had levelled in the 77th minute, only for his effort to be ruled out for offside.

As the clock ticked into stoppage time, Oli Williams came within inches of rescuing the Lions, his snap-shot flashing just wide of the post. Woombye held firm to secure their place in the Grand Final against Caloundra, and as the dust settled, leaving Noosa to rue what might have been.

A disappointing end to a great season for the Premier Men’s team, but Coaches Matt Digwood and Michael Williams remain upbeat “Our under 23s have an excellent chance to complete the Championship Double. We’re very excited for the future of the club, with 24 different players experiencing Premier Mens football this season, with many of those being Under 20yrs. We’ve also integrated several of our Under 18s squad into Senior Mens football with Noah Dowling, Jack Robertson and Huey Law all making debuts and another dozen playing in Under 23s games. Go Lions!”

coming on board as the tournament’s naming rights sponsor, giving it the title of the Noosa RSL Open.

“We’re thrilled to have Noosa RSL join us as a major partner. Their support gives us the foundation not just for this year’s tournament, but for future events as well. It’s an exciting partnership we can build on for the whole community,” Mr Taylor said.

Spectators can expect three days of actionpacked tennis, with matches running from Friday through to Sunday’s finals. Local families and

tennis fans are encouraged to come down, cheer on the players, and enjoy the atmosphere. Entry for spectators is free.

The Noosa Open also provides an economic boost to the region, with players and supporters filling local cafes, restaurants, and accommodation across the weekend.

The Noosa RSL Open will be held from Friday 5 September – Sunday 7 September at Noosa District Sports Complex, McKinnon Drive, Tewantin.

Mixed results for the Tigers

By Julian Pitts

A weekend of mixed results for the Rococos Noosa Tigers as their Senior Women were eliminated by a very impressive Sherwood, our ever impressive Colts were belted by a well oiled Aspley machine, our 17 boys led all day only to lose to the arch enemy in the dying minutes, our 15 boys prevailed in a tight encounter against Sandgate at Yeronga whilst Ben O’Brien’s 13 girls continued Noosa’s grand showing in this age by taking out the Premiership against Pomona.

Our Colts of course do have another chance and will play Wilston Grange at Aspley at 11.30 am this Saturday. You’d be a brave person to bet against Brainy’s boys this week as I’m sure there will be a response to what was a pretty flat showing. The colts should regain star on baller Harry Casper’s for the elimination final. Put simply the Tigers colts are too good a side to go out in straight sets so keep watching this space.

As mentioned earlier our Senior Women were bundled out of the finals after succumbing to a very well drilled Sherwood outfit. Youngsters Zoe Wood, Maya Bovalino and Ayla Airdrie were terrific for the Tigers whilst Indi Maddin continued her great form and

‘Chip’ Trompf was prominent also. Hutchy’s 17 boys led all day only to get rolled by Maroochydore in a game that was a contrast of two halves. Hutchy has done a wonderful job with these boys,with many up playing colts which is a credit to their development pathway.

Michael Breen got his 15 boys over the line in a superb effort after trailing at three-quarter time. Cooper Maloney banged on the final two goals of the game to seal the victory with Tyler Hutchison an absolute standout the entire game for Noosa.

And Ben O’Brien’s 13 girls had a stirring but hard fought win over Pomona to once again hold up the under 13 girls trophy. A great reward for a very consistent season and well done to everyone on board.

A fantastic junior presentation night had by all at the club on Friday night filled with food trucks,games and music. A massive thank you once again to Junior Director Erin Green and all her junior helpers for another wonderful night and year!

All eyes on the colts this weekend! Go Tigers!

Sunny Law on the ball. (Michael Cookman)

The victorious Noosa Tigers 15 and under Boys team. (Craig Slaney Photography)

Tewantin Noosa Tennis Club and RSL have joined forces for the inaugural Noosa RSL Open. (Supplied)

The inaugural Noosa RSL Open will be held from 5-7 September with a $5000 prize pool.

Pictures speak volumes

Up at our Agnes Water hideaway last week I took advantage of a surfless day to reshuffle our largely surf-oriented art collection hung there in order to make way for a couple of special pieces I felt belonged in our home away from home. Such an endeavour is not to be taken lightly. What I thought might take a few hours, with a daughter’s partner standing by with a ladder, a drill and plenty of hooks, ended up taking a few days, dragging me into a rabbit hole of personal history with which I was delighted to be reacquainted. This goes back to the Global Financial Crisis of 2008-10, or the GFC as we came to call it, which was preceded by a mere matter of months by my wife and I returning to Noosa after some years toiling in the corporate jungle in Europe and America with a small golden handshake just large enough to feel that I could indulge my latest fantasy.

No, not a Porsche 911, although midlife was well upon me. My fantasy was to create a shop which supplied everything a surfer or a beach lover might desire to decorate the fantasy beach house, and that meant bamboo and cane lanai furniture, aloha print fabrics for cushions and covers, surf and beach books and music and, of course, surf and oceanic art from around the world.

After a decade working for the surf company Quiksilver I was well connected with many potential suppliers, and for those I wasn’t, my wife and I made a mission of visiting them wherever they lived, personalizing the deal and bringing home as much stock as possible as passenger luggage. It was hard work but it was also a long holiday, and the result was a shop in Noosa Junction we called Back Beach.

Ray Smith, a designer and surfing buddy from California who had recently moved to Noosa with wife Jocelyn, created a logo which he fixed onto two beautiful wood boards for our signage, backed by a simple red and white aloha print. We filled the place with beach stuff we loved and soon had a solid customer base.

It didn’t last long. The GFC kicked in big time and people were selling not buying the beach houses we wanted to help them decorate. Back Beach struggled on for three years before we had to pull the pin, but I still look back on that period with fond memories, and when I look at the art we still have, the stories come flooding back. Here are just a few.

Over my years at Quiksilver Europe I was fortunate enough to travel and surf on the ruggedly beautiful Italian island of Sardinia on several occasions. This place not only boasts the best surf in the Mediterranean by far, but the hospitality of the local surf community is top drawer as well. Every good surf deserved an even better lunch, served at long tables overlooking the surf and accompanied by wonderful local wine.

So when Sardinian-born artist Vincenzo Ganadu walked into our shop one day, it was time to repay the hospitality. We exhibited Vincenzo at Back Beach and at the Noosa surf festival, and every time I look at his work on our walls, I’m happy.

“The general store” by John Severson.

I first met the multi-talented John Severson in the late ‘70s when I was a contributing editor at Surfer Magazine, which he had founded back in 1960. Big wave rider, successful publisher, filmmaker, author and artist, there was virtually nothing “Sevo” couldn’t turn his hand to. When he retired to Maui to devote himself to painting, I knew I had to get a few more originals to add to the couple I’d paid far too much for at surf auctions, so I emailed him and got a quick response: “Time marches on, us in tow. I don’t think I’m going to make Randy’s auction this year but will be on Maui. If you get a chance, we could get together and discuss some products and art for your store. As for travel, it’s doubtful these days; projects, grandgirls, painting and surfing keep me home. Throw in a little age. . .”

We flew to Maui and drove up past Lahaina to Sevo’s clifftop bungalow and studio just a few bays south of Honolua Bay, spent a wonderful afternoon with him and daughter Anna, and came away with a treasure trove of originals and signed prints, including a couple of my favourites, his water colour Hawaiian village scenes. Sevo died in Lahaina in 2017, aged 83.

Another of my favourites is an oil by the great Australian surfer/artist/shaper Richard Harvey, whomIfirstmetonthetrackintoUluwatuin1975, but whose fame had preceded him. This one has pride of place at Agnes and is called “Promised Not To Tell”. If you surf, you’ll know why.

That’s enough words for this week, enjoy the images.

Mr and Mrs Back Beach.

“Waiting out a set” by John Severson.“Tasty Ten” by Vincenzo Ganadu.

Shop party with Pico, Tim Gaze and DC. “At the point” by Vincenzo Ganadu.

PROPERTY

GREET THE DAY AT SUNRISE

PROPERTY MATTERS

ERLE LEVEY

A five-bedroom house at Sunrise Beach has presented to the market as a very intriguing offering.

It has location … but it’s also got elevation and outlook as well as an interesting floorplan by an award-winning designer and builder.

The three-bathroom, three-car house with pool on a 771sq m corner block at 40 Orient Dve, goes to auction at 12pm on Saturday, 13 September.

Rebekah Offermann at Tom Offermann Real Estate said the launch of the property had seen one of busiest open for inspections she had experienced in recent times.

“It’s a fabulous house,” Rebekah said, “… very intriguing.

“It is so distinctive from the street - and once you are inside it’s like an oasis. There is a tropical feel around the pool and it is so private.

“The house is a lot bigger than you realise and offers five bedrooms, three living areas and a gym.

“The response to the property has been very exciting … the feedback really glowing.’’

Interest has been from locals but also buyers who have been looking for a while.

The near-new Chris Clout house is situated above the street - that drops away down to the surf beach. It’s 400m at most to sand and the Beach Chalet coffee shop.

The design is such that it offers tranquillity, airiness and privacy, that blurs the lines between indoors and out.

A brise soleil façade regulates indoor temperature, reduces glare and improves energy efficiency.

Impressive glass doors open into an elegant, high-ceilinged entry foyer with beautiful oak flooring.

Look ahead to the pool with a bridge and water wall. It steals the limelight by taking centre stage to the design which also

incorporates vast panes of glass on three sides, banks of louvres and disappearing doors.

There are sprawling living and dining spaces as well as the latest in custom kitchens that has pastel, creamy, stone-topped cabinetry including lengthy island breakfast bar with over-sized rattan pendants.

There is a marble splashback and premium appliances such as De’Longhi 90cm oven and five-hob gas cooktop; integrated Siemens double fridge; integrated Miele dishwasher; Westinghouse micro/convection and walk-in pantry.

Along the hallway are a lounge/leisure space and a study - both adaptable to needs.

There are five bedrooms. Three on the entry level include the premier suite retreat in the north wing with hideaway doors to the lawn terrace and pool, a walk-in robe, wall of built-in robes, and a travertine ensuite with two basin stone-topped timber cabinetry.

Downstairs. are two sizeable bedrooms with built-in robes - one includes bunk beds and there’s a share bathroom, also living space which opens to a terrace, garden and a firepit.

Abutting is a single garage with driveway accessible from the side street, and the rear opens into a storeroom that houses gym

equipment and an infra-red sauna. More dedicated store room is on the other side.

The two-car garage has a Tesla powerwall and charger, while the house has the latest Google technology related to automation and security.

There is ducted air-conditioning, an Eco smart ethanol fireplace and 6.3kW solar.

ALL ABOUT THE VIEW, LOCATION

Richardson and Wrench Noosa’s Steven Field hosted an excellent auction campaign for the Sunshine Beach penthouse apartment, 9 Vista Pacific, 14 Bryan St.

In the four weeks on the market, the twobedroom, two-bathroom, two-car apartment, offered in conjunction with Frank Milat, attracted 105 buyer leads, 59 inspections and four registered bidders.

The property sold to local interests at $2.465m.

“It was a dream campaign,’’ Steven said. “Right from first open home the level of interest was phenomenal.

“To have that view and such prime position close to the village.

“The buyers know the area well and are comfortable with the location.

“We hade the ideal seller as well. It was a

matter of trust.’’

Steven has also reported the two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment 2202 in the boutique Hof Noosaville collection to have gone to contract.

Listed at $895,000, it has gone to Melbourne interests with family already living in Noosa.

Just listed is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car apartment in Sunshine Beach.

The mid-floor apartment is one of 10 in the complex and is for sale at offers over $1.195m.

COASTAL GEM

Adam Watts and Michelle van der Splinter at Watts Property Group have conditional interest on the three-bedroom, two-bathroom duplex apartment 2/31 The Esplanade, Sunshine Beach, that has been listed post auction at $5.5m.

The house-sized apartment comes with private lift, ocean-facing living spaces and at least four-car parking.

It features a private in-ground pool, covered alfresco and multiple entertaining zones.

HAMPTONS HINTERLAND HAVEN

Filled with Hamptons-style charm and nestled at the end of a leafy, private road at Cooroy, a three-bedroom, two-bathroom, three-car

A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, three-car house with pool at 40 Orient Dve, Sunrise Beach, goes to auction at 12pm on Saturday, 13 September. (497584)

A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, three-car house with pool at 40 Orient Dve, Sunrise Beach, goes to auction at 12pm on Saturday, 13 September. (497584)

Richardson and Wrench Noosa’s Steven Field with the seller of the penthouse apartment, 9 Vista Pacific, in Sunshine Beach. (497584)

A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, three-car house with pool at 40 Orient Dve, Sunrise Beach, goes to auction at 12pm on Saturday, 13 September. (497584)

COASTAL GEM

Adam Watts and Michelle van der Splinter at Watts Property Group have conditional interest on the three-bedroom, two-bathroom duplex apartment 2/31 The Esplanade, Sunshine Beach, that has been listed post auction at $5.5m.

The house-sized apartment comes with private lift, ocean-facing living spaces and at least four-car parking.

It features a private in-ground pool, covered alfresco and multiple entertaining zones.

HAMPTONS HINTERLAND HAVEN

Filled with Hamptons-style charm and nestled at the end of a leafy, private road at Cooroy, a three-bedroom, two-bathroom, three-car residence goes to auction on Saturday, 13 September at 12pm with Anita Nichols of

Laguna Real Estate.

The home, at 2/3B Kauri St, features classic VJ panelling, light filled interiors, decks from the bedrooms, and modern kitchen with walk-in pantry.

There is a front entertaining deck, a main bedroom suite featuring a spacious ensuite, and a main bathroom with a separate bath and shower. The modern kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, a walk-in pantry, and seamless connection to the open-plan dining and living areas.

Glass sliding doors invite breezes and natural light while opening to the covered deck.

With parking for three vehicles and a peaceful setting, it feels worlds away yet just minutes from Cooroy town centre. There’s even dedicated space for a caravan or boat.

AUCTION ACTION

FRIDAY, 22 August

Black Mountain

• 147 Blanckensee Rd: 4bed, 1bath, 3car house on 4.92ha, Sheridan Hodgetts 0419 491 448 Hinternoosa. Sold prior Doonan

• 163 Tallgum Ave: 3+bed, 3bath, 2car house, pool, on 1.68ha, Kess Prior 0404 344 399 Ruth Venning 0410 243 487 Hinternoosa. Listed at offers over $2,950,000

Sunshine Beach

• 9 Vista Pacific, 14 Bryan St: 2bed, 2bath, 2car penthouse apartment, Steven Field 0447 915 953 Richardson and Wrench Noosa. Four registered bidders, sold $2,465,000 FORTHCOMING AUCTIONS

FRIDAY, 12 September

Noosa Heads

• 211/1 Alba Close: 3bed, 2bath, 1car apartment, 12pm, Erica Newton 0410 603 519 Tom Offermann Real Estate

SATURDAY, 13 September

Cooroy

• 2/3B Kauri St: 3bed, 2bath, 3car residence, 12pm, Anita Nichols 0434 236 110 Laguna Real Estate

Sunrise Beach

• 40 Orient Dve: 5bed, 3bath, 3car house, pool, 12pm, Rebekah Offermann 0413 044 241 Tom Offermann Real Estate

Sunshine Beach

• 21 Oceania Cres: 4bed, 3bath, 2car house, pool, 1pm, Caitlyn McConnell 0417 637 697 Sunshine Beach Real Estate.

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A three-bedroom, three-bathroom, one-car apartment 2/18 Bryan St, Sunshine Beach, sold at auction. (492150)

50 NAIRANARES T, NO O SAHEADS

IdeallypositionedonthedoorstepoftheNoosa National ParkandjustashortwalkfromNoosaJunction, HastingsStreetandNoosaHeadsMainBeach,this substantialpropertyset on1,050m2isan exceptional findwithelevatedviewsoftheNoosaRiver,two living areas, aswimmingpool,and aseamlessconnection to its stunningnaturalsurroundings.Asyouenterintothe mainlivingareaonthetoplevel, youwillimmediately

beimpressedwitha feelingofspaciousnesswithhigh ceilings,oodlesofnaturallight,timber flooringand anopenplandesign. Fromthelivinganddiningarea, youcanheadouttothewraparound terracewhich overlooksthepool to onesideofthehome,andthe NoosaRiver to theother.

Auction Saturday20September4pm

View Saturday& Wednesday12.00-12.30

Agent AdamOffermann 0475804467 adam@offermann.com.au

Agent NicHunter 0421785512 nic@offermann.com.au

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Imagine adeepsapphirebluewaterway,brightblue cloudlesssky,and astellarmid-centurymodern waterfrontdisplayingeffortlessly coolsplendourand stylethatsupersedesall.Looksripefortheglossy magpages!Thereare whispersofPalmSpringswith graciousfoxtailpalmsinthelawnwhichabutsthe revetmentwallandjetty. Thinkonlyoffunwithfamily andfriends, stunningsunsets, kayakingandpaddle

boarding,and takingtheboattothe Evergladesand LakeCootharabaviatheNoosa Waters’residents-only lockand weir system.Akin totakingaseatin agarden theatreistheNW-facingterrace, atrueoasisof calm, withluminescentpool taking centrestage,whilst slightly abuttingisaterraceoff thediningroomfringedwith frangipani,bromeliads,fernsandhedges.

Auction

Friday26September2pm

View Saturday 11.00-11.30

Agent EricSeetoo 0419757770 eric@offermann.com.au

1354 EU MU ND IN OOSAROAD , EU MU ND I

Sprawlingover27acresof rainforestand fields,The HomeonTheHillis atrueNoosahinterland statement. Risingfromthehillside,liquidamberstraceyour steps asthehomestead revealsits warmpresence.Wide wraparound verandahsinviteyou to soakinnorthern sun, rollinghills,and vast spaces.Interiorsbalance timelesscharacterandmoderncomfort:timber tones, VJ wainscotting,pressedmetal,andartdeco lighting.

Frommorning coffee,entertainingonthedeck,or fires by thebarn,lifehereislivedeasy,withevena hidden waterfall.

Price $3.55M View Saturday 11.00-11.30

Agent BeauLamshed 0402699303 beau@offermann.com.au

17 WYUNADRIVE , NOOSAVILLE

Ifescaping to foreversummersoftranquility, to atop oftheclassimmaculatewaterfront residence,withits ownwhitesandbeach, aprivatejettyto parktheboat andjet skis,plusdreamyriverviews,includingfrom theriverfrontpoolsounds toogood to betrue,then startpacking.Aspiretoenjoyinglifeinthesub-tropics beyondall expectations,on atranquil,deepsapphireblueand expansivereachofthepristineNoosaRiver

waterway.StrolltonearbyHastingsStreet andNoosa MainBeachfromthisnewlyrejuvenatedandfully approvedfor year roundholiday lettingresidence whichoffersauniqueopportunityofexceptional incomegeneration,whilstenjoyingyear roundpersonal useinoneofNoosaSoundsmostcelebratedand established waterfront streets.

Price $9.8M

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Agent JesseStowers 0414367282 jesse@offermann.com.au

NOOSASPR I NGSDR I VE , NOOSAHEAD S

Boasting asenseofgrandeur,whispers of cool Mediterraneaninspiration, flourishesofsculptured modernist flair,and etchedwiththeunimpeachable credentialsofGmelliDesign,thisISluxury redefinedin NoosaHead’smostexclusivegatedestate,ontheedge ofLakeWeybaandviews toMtCoolum. Bebesottedbymultiplelivingspaces, extensivetactile milky-whitemicro-cement,similarlynatural textured

rawelements,reclaimedtimberbeamsandmedia roomhiddenbehind100-year-old woodendoors. Thanksto disappearingbanksofglass,naturallight invitesitselfindoorsto shadow danceovertheendless oak floors.Meanwhileeffortlesselegancemorphs alfrescotocoalescewiththe terrace.Custom‘floating’ sunloungesandelevatedgardensaccentthelengthy iridescentpool.

Price $6.5M View

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Agent EricaNewton 0410603519 erica@offermann.com.au

ONGDRIV E, NOOSAHEADS

Oh,tobeinparadise,astrollfromtheazurewaterof LagunaBay andtheshimmeringwhite-sandofNoosa MainBeach,wheretheclimateisidyllicyear-round, andthere’s ared-hotinvestmentopportunity inthe favourite5-starplaygroundofPeppers NoosaResort& Villas.Embracingitsposition,seeminglyperchedatop therainforesttreesoftheNoosaNational Park,where koalas callhomeandthechorusofnativebirdlifeisa

sheerdelight,is atwo bedroomin-vogueapartment onthemuch-coveted top floor.Feelthesaltybreezes, unwind,andappreciatetheabsolute serenityfromthe generousopen-planlivingareawhichopensseamlessly ontotwobalconies:theperfectspotforbreakfast, lunch,andsundowners.Don’tforgetto listenforthe relaxingsoundofthecreekbabblingthroughthe valley.

Price $1.55M Agent ChrisMiller 0412894542 chris@offermann.com.au

REDEFINING BEACH HOUSE LIVING

WHEN audacious splendour and chichi style supersede all, it is one indescribable joy! Serenely positioned on a prized corner in a cracking location mere minutes to squeaky white sand, and cutting a sleek silhouette, is an exciting near-new, modernist-style masterpiece. It is a true haven of tranquillity, airiness and unwavering privacy, that from wherever you look blurs the lines between indoors and out. It is also the epitome of entertaining prowess, whatever the season and, absolutely every reason.

First impressions, from eye-catching mature palms and pandanus, a brise soleil façade using a raw palette of materials to stupendous glass doors opening into an elegant high ceilinged entry foyer, the reasons become obvious.

Admire endless beautiful oak flooring; look ahead to the awe-inspiring luminescent pool with a bridge and water wall. It steals the limelight by taking centre stage to the overall U-shaped design which also incorporates vast panes of glass on three sides, banks of louvres and disappearing doors.

As you navigate through the residence, volumes expand and compress such as the sprawling living and dining spaces. There’s a decidedly bold shift away from ‘vanilla’ design, opting instead for uber contemporary everything, plus auto wispy sheers and blinds and doors coalescing with the north-facing main terrace where relaxation and barbeques are de rigueur.

The latest in custom kitchens has a pastel creamy stone topped cabinetry including lengthy island breakfast bar with over-sized rattan pendants, marble splashback and commensurate are premium appliances such as De’Longhi oven and gas cooktop, Siemens fridge and Miele dishwasher both integrated.

Along the hallway with wall of storage are a lounge/leisure space and a study, both naturally adaptable to needs.

There are five bedrooms. Three on the entry level include the premier suite retreat in the north wing with hideaway doors to the lawn terrace and pool, a walk-in robe, wall of built-in robes, and a travertine ensuite with two basin stone-topped timber cabinetry.

Two bedrooms have robes, one has a walkin, and the travertine bathroom has a bath tub. There is a powder room nearby and the laundry has access to a drying area.

What a surprise awaits the discerning investor downstairs. Two sizeable bedrooms have built-in robes, one includes bunk beds and there’s a share bathroom, also living space which opens to a terrace, palm-filled garden and a firepit.

And there’s more! Abutting is a single garage

HOME ESSENTIALS

with driveway accessible from the side street, and the rear opens into a storeroom which currently houses gym equipment and an infrared sauna. More dedicated store room? Yes on the other side.

The 2-car garage has a Tesla power wall and charger, also the residence has the latest Google technology related to automation and security.

“What’s not to love?” asks Tom Offermann Real Estate marketing agent Rebekah Offermann. “Live in Sunrise Beach, sink toes in the sand in two minutes or less, swim the sea, catch the breakers, walk the dog, drink in fresh salty air and soak up the serenity.

“The address IS second-to-none. It’s also an easy walk to local’s fave the Chalet & Co cafe, plus Sunshine Beach, Hastings Street, Noosa Main Beach and the Noosa National Park, are in close proximity.

“When it comes to a popular location, Noosa’s eastern beaches market continually smashes all growth trends, and this hot property which keeps on giving, really does take some beating.”

Insider Intel:

• Land: 771m2

• House Area: 422m2

• Pool & Terraces: 8mx3.5m heated w bridge & water wall; 7.2mx4.5m alfresco terrace nthside w gas BBQ; lawn terrace w outdoor shower

• Design: Chris Clout; completed 2021; brise soleil façade regulates indoor temperature, reduces glare & improves energy efficiency

• About: 2-level U-shaped residence w 2 driveways; massive custom glass doors into entry foyer looks to pool central; 2.7m ceiling height; Knotwood/oak flooring; silver travertine; banks of louvres & panes; ducted aircon/fans; hallway storage wall; laundry

• Living Spaces: incl dining w auto disappearing blinds, sheers & doors open to terrace & pool; custom VJ feature surround; Eco smart ethanol fireplace; designer lighting; media room; office/study w custom cabinetry; living downstairs incl terrace for firepit

• Kitchen: galley w pastel creamy topped cabinetry incl 3m island breakfast bar w 2 statement designer rattan pendants; marble splashback; De’Longhi 90m oven & 5 hob gas cooktop; integrated Siemens dble fridge; integrated Miele dishwasher; Westinghouse micro/convec; walk-in pantry

• Bedrooms: 5 total; 3 entry level incl premier suite retreat nth wing w slide away doors to lawn, terrace & pool; WIR + wall of BIRs travertine ensuite stone-topped 2 basin timber cabinetry; 2 w BIR/WIR & travertine bathroom w single basin stone topped timber cabinetry + bath tub; 2 downstairs w BIRs, 1 w bunk

Address: 4 Orient Drive, SUNRISE BEACH Description: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 garage

Inspect: Sat 11.00am-11.30am & Wed 12-12:30pm Auction: Saturday 13 September 12pm

Contact: Rebekah Offermann 0413 044 241, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

beds; living + bathroom

• Security: latest Google automation & security technology

• Garages/Stores: 2-car garage epoxy flooring w Tesla power wall & charger; single garage sep driveway; 4.6mx2.9m rear store room w gym equipment &; 5.8mx6m store room main street side

• Exterior: 6.3kW solar; front garden w palms & pandanus; downstairs terrace undercover w firepit, garden w palms; side street entrance w room for boat/caravan

• Location: mere mins to Sunrise Beach incl leash-free & local’s fave Chalet & Co cafe; close to Sunshine Beach, Noosa Aquatic Centre; Noosa Junction w bars, restaurants, cafes, supermarkets, cinema, boutiques, essential services & transport links; 10 mins to Noosa Main Beach, Hastings Street & along boardwalk to Noosa National Park & world recognised Surfing Reserve; transport links nearby.

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A HILLTOP HAVEN OF GRAND DESIGN

ARRIVE in style, past a statement stone entry and along a meandering driveway framed by dramatic, nature-sculpted hillsides. Here, tranquillity reigns supreme. At the heart of this substantial estate, poised upon its own idyllic knoll, a masterpiece by multi-award-winning architect Trevor Reitsma commands attention.

From this elevated sanctuary, the views are simply breathtaking - 360 degrees of hinterland drama and coastal beauty. Mt Cooroy, Mt Eerwah, the Maleny and Blackall Ranges roll across the horizon, while the Coral Sea shimmers from Maroochydore to Mt Coolum; yet cafes, boutiques, and Noosa are just short drive away. Close to everything, yet a world apart.

Step inside this hinterland home and be instantly captivated, with expansive living and dining zones, where walls of glass dissolve boundaries and bring the outside in. Grey limestone tiles and waxed blackbutt floors feature underfoot, while a ceiling-height natural limestone fireplace anchors the space in understated grandeur. Vast terraces spill from every room, each one designed to soak in the coveted north-easterly aspect.

Outdoors, leisure takes centre stage. A sparkling 25m heated lap pool sits beside an ozone magnesium spa, while a fire pit terrace and full-size floodlit tennis court inspire long afternoons of entertaining and play.

The dream kitchen is a study in style and function, conceived for those who love to host. Blackbutt cabinetry is topped with striking Brazilian quartzite, housing premium appliances by Miele, Bosch, and Liebherr. A cleverly concealed butler’s pantry ensures effortless preparation, while the outdoor kitchen and barbeque terrace create a seamless connection to alfresco dining.

Five serene bedrooms along with four bathrooms are positioned across three pavilionstyle wings, all with stunning vistas. Separated by gardens, the bedroom wings contain two oversized rooms with wool carpeting and a shared bathroom. The premier suite is a private sanctuary, complete with flowing linen curtains, a walk-in robe worthy of a fashion house, and a spa-style ensuite set against unforgettable panoramic views.

Beyond the residence, the estate is equally impressive. Seven fenced paddocks with lush grazing pasture, two dams, auto-filling water troughs, and extensive shedding complete this lifestyle property. Sustainable features abound, including a 115,000L rainwater system with purification, Taylex bio-septic, and an 8.8kW solar array with three-phase grid connection.

As Tom Offermann Real Estate’s Cameron Urquhart describes: “This is one of the Noosa Hinterland’s foremost blue-chip acreages-an oasis of design, quality, and lifestyle, virtually beyond compare.”

Here, you’ll discover the perfect balance: cafe culture in Eumundi just minutes away, vibrant dining on Noosa River within a short drive, and the glamour of Hastings Street. Between

the sea spray of Noosa Main Beach and the gentle rhythms of hinterland living lies a lifestyle both rare and unrivalled-a place where losing yourself feels like the greatest luxury of all.

• Design/Build: multi award winning architect Trevor Reitsma/acclaimed Andrew Vandersteen; materials incl western red cedar timber cladding, stone fireplace and chimney, rendered brick veneer & vertical stria boards

• About: sealed grey limestone and waxed blackbutt floors; ducted air/; laundry room accesses drying area; garaging 3 cars with storage shed separate

• Living/dining: natural limestone fireplace in open plan lounge/dining; media room & separate study

• Bedrooms: 5 with NZ wool carpet & linen blockout curtains; premier suite retreat with WIR & ensuite w glassless drencher shower; 4 with BIR; 2 sets of 2 bedrooms with bathroom in between; + 4th bathroom & study

• Kitchen & Butlers Pantry: Brazilian quartzite topped blackbutt cabinetry incl island breakfast bar; black granite sink; integrated Liebherr fridge/freezer, Miele dishwasher and double dishdrawers; Bosch pyrolytic microwave, pyrolytic oven & 90cm induction cooktop; Zip tap w chilled sparkling filtered water

• Terraces: limestone/spotted gum; main undercover terrace with integrated Artusi BBQ

• Pool: 25m heated; sep heated ozone magnesium spa; lower lawn terrace with fire pit

• Tennis Court: full size synthetic grass & floodlit + pavilion

• Exterior/Land Extras: 600m bitumen drive-

way, concrete parking, 3 bay shed; 8.8kW solar with 3-phase grid connection; 115,000L rain water tank; Taylex bio septic system; 2 dams; 7 paddocks with auto fill water troughs

• Location: 5 minutes to Eumundi; 8 minutes

The Doonan; 10 minutes Cooroy township; 18

Address: 60 Ball Road, EUMUNDI Description: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 5 garage Price: $6.3M Inspect: By appointment

Contact: Cameron Urquhart 0411 757 570, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

minutess Gympie Terrace & Noosa River foreshore; 20 minutes Hastings St, Noosa Main Beach & few more along the boardwalk to Noosa National Park & world recognised Surfing Reserve; close to variety of high school & primary school bus runs

RESORT-STYLE NOOSA INVESTMENT

THIS spacious and beautifully appointed two-bedroom, two-storey townhouse offers the perfect balance between a smart investment and a personal Noosa holiday retreat. Located at the peaceful end of the row within the highly sought-after Ivory Palms Resort, the property enjoys added privacy, abundant natural light, and refreshing river breezes.

HOME ESSENTIALS

Step inside to discover a well-designed open-plan layout featuring a generous living and dining space that opens to two outdoor patios— ideal for alfresco dining or simply relaxing beside the lush garden outlook. The full-sized kitchen is well equipped, ample bench space, and plentiful storage, making entertaining a breeze.

Upstairs, both bedrooms are air-conditioned and fitted with built-in robes, while the oversize master suite is bathed in natural light. On the ground floor, a versatile study (or potential third sleeping area), separate laundry, and third toilet provide excellent functionality. A covered carport and secure lock-up storage space complete the package.

Address: 83 ‘Ivory Palms’ 73 Hilton Terrace, NOOSAVILLE Description: 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1 garage

Contact: Brad Schultz 0493 063 023, RICHARDSON AND WRENCH NOOSA

Perfectly located just a 10-minute stroll to the stunning Noosa River, you’ll be within easy reach of the Noosa Marina, Yacht Club, award-winning restaurants, boutique shopping, and endless water sports. Explore nearby bike paths, hop on the Noosa Ferry, or take a quick 8-minute drive to Main Beach and Hastings Street.

7 TREASURE COVE, NOOSAVILLE

Located on a 629m² elevated block with sweeping views, this impressive double-storey residence combines stylish design with versatile family living. Spaciously built the home features five bedrooms and three bathrooms, including a luxurious master suite on the upper level that opens to a north-facing balcony.

TIMELESS COASTAL CLASSIC BY BARK ARCHITECTS

Set in a quiet pocket in the exclusive, Adams Street/Ross Crescent precinct, a few steps to Sunshine Beach, this captivating four-bedroom, stand-alone residence forms part of a beautiful, bespoke architecture lined streetscape.

Sustainability centred, the pared-back design expresses renowned local architecture studio, Bark Architect’s design ethos of responding to landscape, place, climate and people.

Designed from the inside out, all spaces in the unique crafted home, embody a strong connection to nature. KATHY WISE 0407 968 300

HOME FOCUS

SPARKLING BIJOU MERE MINUTES TO SAND; SIZZLING INVESTMENT GOLD

IMAGINE a bougee slice of paradise

seeming perched amongst rainforest trees in a millionaire’s playground, and the happiness knowing you are only several minutes from the cabana-adorned, squeaky white sand of Noosa Main Beach.

This is tantamount to bliss, with the added immense cachet of a sizzling investment opportunity in one of Noosa’s favourite 5-star hot spots of Peppers Resort, with its lagoon pool, lap pool, acclaimed restaurant, and direct access to the Noosa National Park.

Picture the mid-floor apartment in Bayview, the building with the least number of apartments, arguably the best position in the resort. It is excellent distance too from the laneways with easy access to Hastings Street.

Open the front door to the sparkling gem with wider doorways and technically wheelchair accessible. Take off the shoes and automatically go in holiday mode.

The calm and composed palette lends an aura of quiet sophistication that is enhanced by its aesthetic that mimics the outdoors. And needless to say, the enviable totally private position of ostensibly being perched in the lush rainforest canopy, with nature’s total engagement to the surrounds.

Look beyond, admire the open plan living with its fresh primarily monochromatic palette, modular sofa, colourful artworks and accessories, all designed to mimic the national park.

Indoors becomes out, and visa-versa thanks to sliders which seemingly disappear to reveal the terrace. The surrounds of palms and rainforest trees are lush, the serenity is palpable, delightful choruses from the native birdlife are on-song, and knowing it is where some koalas call home, is very special.

What a perfect spot for breakfast, sundowners or even a night cap after dinner at the resort’s popular restaurant, whilst listening to the sounds of the meandering creek babbling through the valley.

The galley-style kitchen with 2-pac and glass cabinetry has a pantry, and all the necessary appliances to entertain a very select group of family or friends.

When it comes to dreamtime, the king suite has a built-in robe, and ensuite with walk-in shower, plus it opens out to the terrace, so easy to wake up with the birds. Adjoining is a fully equipped laundry.

There is also much to do around the internationally acclaimed Peppers Noosa Resort, which is within cooee of Hastings Street - just a buggy ride away. Set into the hillside, it was designed by renowned architect John Mainwaring.

The apartment is close to the Resort’s pool, also the gymnasium and steam room. Massages are a must-do at Stephanie’s Day Spa.

HOME ESSENTIALS

“If you’re wondering about dipping a toe in at the shallow end for an excellent opportunity in Noosa Heads, this is a huge contender,” explains Tom Offermann Real Estate marketing agent Chris Miller. “Yes paradise, where the climate is idyllic year-round and natural assets are innumerable, awaits a sage investor.

“I have experienced first-hand numerous times how apartments in Peppers Noosa Resort are coveted, and that is understandable. Holiday bookings are year-round and mostly back-to-back. One-bedroom apartments are highly prized because they provide the perfect opportunity for the first-time buyer as well as the seasoned investor who understands the buoyancy of the local market.”

Insider Intel:

• House & Terrace Areas: 56m2/2.2mx4.4m undercover; technically accessible w wider

doorways & shower wheelchair friendly

• About: mid floor in Bayview building w lift; quiet private location w least number of apartments compared to others in Peppers complex; terrace w westerly rainforest outlook; access from living & bedroom; natural aesthetic mimics outdoors w greens, greys & neutrals; ducted air/fans/auto blinds; ample undercover parking on lower level

• Living: sandy hued tiles and grey carpet; pastel grey fabric modular sofa; TV; console; colourful artworks & accessories

• Kitchen: galley style w pantry; 2-pac white/ glass cabinetry, Miele dishwasher & cooktop, microwave & fridge; laundry w washing machine & dryer

• Bedroom/ensuite: carpeted king w WIR & bench/travertine-look; shower + 2-pac cabinetry w white single basin; sep laundry

• Inventory: fully inclusive; caters to high-end holiday market & back-to-back bookings

• Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas: architect John Mainwaring; eco-conscious sustainability resort w solar energy & rainwater irrigation; facilities incl buggy service to and from Hastings Street; award-winning Park & View restaurant; Stephanie’s Ocean Spa; heated lagoon pool; 25m lap pool; gymnasium/steam room; one of the region’s largest conference centres incl theatrette, private boardrooms, pre-function terrace & conference facility

• Location: walk to Noosa National Park w world-famous Surfing Reserve, Laguna Lookout, Hastings Street & Noosa Main Beach; Eumundi - 22km; Sunshine Coast Airport - 30km; Australia Zoo - 70km; Brisbane International & Domestic Airports - 137km

Address: 8408/5 Morwong Drive, NOOSA HEADS Description: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 garage, pool Auction: On site auction Friday 26 September, 3:00 pm

Contact: Chris Miller 0412 894 542, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

TURNING OVER A NEW LEAF

GARDENING has a large variety of benefits for both the body and the mind. Many studies have shown that gardening can greatly reduce stress and improve mood as well as physical health and fitness. But how can being surrounded by soil and plants really improve your mental health?

The study’s participants described experiencing a range of physical, emotional, mental and social benefits correlating with regular time spent in their gardens.

Kids with lots of energy will find plenty of things to do in the garden, from digging soil to picking flowers and staking tomatoes to watering seedlings.

Dubbed horticultural therapy or ecotherapy, gardening gets us away from screens or desks and out into the fresh air. Engaging in relatively simple, repetitive tasks such as pulling weeds or raking leaves can help to put the mind in a meditative state and instil a sense of relaxation.

Practicing patience in your garden will be beneficial as you wait for your plants to grow. It is also likely that you’ll feel a deep sense of pride when the time comes to harvest your crops whether they be flowers, fruits or vegetables. Putting the time and effort into something that you can enjoy later will leave you with a sense of satisfaction and pride.

The relationship between a person and their environment is often symbiotic. The more time

you spend working on your garden, the more it will flourish and thrive. Likewise, the fresh air of the outdoors combined with light physical activity and a sense of satisfaction will work to improve your mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.

Gardening is also a good way to connect further with loved ones or to make new friends. Spending time working outside in

the soil with your family will build valuable memories and leave you with a lasting sense of accomplishment as you see your garden each day.

Kids are also more likely to want to try new fruits or vegetables if they have been home grown. Having kids put effort into growing the plants could be a good way to get picky eaters to improve their palate.

Gardening with others in a community garden can give you a sense of purpose and also provide opportunities to make new friends. It also provides a sense of belonging and acceptance for those who may otherwise feel isolated.

When working in the garden, it is important to ensure that you wear sun protection and drink plenty of water.

Discover an elegant golf-course residence offering privacy, luxury and a seamless move-in opportunity – available fully furnished.

Perched on a slightly elevated 473m² allotment at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in The Point, this timeless home enjoys approx. 15m of frontage along the 15th fairway of Noosa Springs’ championship course. Wake up to panoramic fairway views from both lower and upper-level master suites, or entertain on the sun-filled patio framed by manicured gardens.

Inside, soaring ceilings, expansive windows and a clever airy design capture natural light and cooling breezes. The near-new gourmet kitchen features Caesarstone benchtops, large island with breakfast bar, and premium Miele appliances including dual ovens and induction cooktop.

A flexible layout includes:

• Ground-floor master with ensuite & WIR

• Separate guest studio with ensuite

• Secondary upstairs master with ensuite & WIR

• Study/TV room or optional 4th bedroom

Additional highlights: double garage plus golf-cart space, internal buggy access to clubhouse facilities (tennis, gym, day spa, dining), and just 10 minutes to Hastings Street. Experience low-maintenance luxury and a coveted Noosa lifestyle.

MARCUS DOLBY 0415 558 656 WWW.PPGNOOSA.COM.AU OPEN SATURDAY 6TH SEPTEMBER 10.45-11.15AM

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A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, three-car residence 2/3B Kauri St, Cooroy, goes to auction Saturday, 13 September, at 12pm. (497584)

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, three-car residence 2/3B Kauri St, Cooroy, goes to auction Saturday, 13 September, at 12pm. (497584)

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, three-car residence 2/3B Kauri St, Cooroy, goes to auction Saturday, 13 September, at 12pm. (497584)

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, three-car residence 2/3B Kauri St, Cooroy, goes to auction Saturday, 13 September, at 12pm. (497584)

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, three-car residence 2/3B Kauri St, Cooroy, goes to auction Saturday, 13 September, at 12pm. (497584)

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, three-car residence 2/3B Kauri St, Cooroy, goes to auction Saturday, 13 September, at 12pm. (497584)

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ONE OF NOOSA’S BEST KEPT SECRETS

EVERY so often, a pocket of Noosa quietly rises from the shadows of its more famous neighbours, catching the eye of those who truly understand the rhythm of the local property market. This location, once considered a hidden gem, is now firmly in the spotlight of astute real estate investors. It is evolving into one of Noosa’s premier addresses, while still retaining a sense of peace and exclusivity.

Framed by multi-million-dollar homes, yet tucked away in a serene enclave overlooking sun-drenched parkland that sweeps down to the Noosa River, the setting is nothing short of idyllic. Here, lifestyle and location converge seamlessly. Just 50 metres from the water’s edge—without a single road to cross—residents enjoy direct access to the river for kayaking, fishing, or simply setting sail on a whim.

The appeal stretches beyond the natural beauty. In three minutes on foot, you can be at the Noosa Yacht and Rowing Club, a local favourite for sunset gatherings and long lunches. A short three-minute drive places you at the lively Noosa Marina, where an abundance of restaurants and boutique shops extend the invitation to linger.

Amid this highly coveted setting lies a rare opportunity: a ground-level, three-bedroom apartment boasting a sun-filled northern aspect. With low body corporate fees, pet-

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friendly policies, and the intimacy of a small residential complex, it offers both practicality and charm.

For those with an eye to the future, this property is not just a home—it is a chance to secure a foothold in a location that is only now being fully recognised by the most discerning buyers. As word spreads and demand gathers pace, those who act swiftly will be perfectly positioned to capitalise on one of Noosa’s best kept secrets.

AT A GLANCE:

• In the spotlight of astute real estate investors this location is evolving to become one of Noosa’s premier locations

• Surrounded by multi-million dollar properties yet quietly located overlooking a sun filled

Noosa River parkland

• An easy lifestyle is on offer, the Noosa River is 50 metres away, with no roads to cross, for Kayaking, fishing sailing options

• A three minute stroll finds the Noosa yacht and rowing club, Noosa Marina with its abundance of fantastic restaurants, a 3 minute drive

• A ground level 3 bedroom apartment with a sunny north aspect, low body corp fees, pet friendly policies in a small residential complex

• Put yourself in a position to capitalise on a prime location that the astute few are now recognising

Address: 5/112-114 Hilton Terrace, NOOSAVILLE Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: Offers Over $1,500,000 Considered Inspect: Saturday 10am-10.30am; Wednesday 11am-11.30am Contact: Melanie Butcher 0407 379 893, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

NOOSA RIVER VIEWS – EXCEPTIONAL LIFESTYLE

LOCATED in a boutique complex on vibrant Gympie Terrace, this top floor apartment offers an exceptional lifestyle with pretty Noosa River views. Recently renovated and beautifully light filled, the north facing residence boasts a seamless open plan design, enhanced by wraparound balconies that invite you to relax and soak in the scenery. The central kitchen is a standout feature, equipped with sleek European appliances and designed for effortless entertaining.

The apartment comprises three generous bedrooms, including a master with a private ensuite, ensuring comfort and privacy. Including a secure lockup garage, this property offers both convenience and peace of mind. Step outside and immerse yourself in Noosa’s sought after riverside lifestyle—stroll along picturesque walkways, enjoy a morning coffee at one of the many nearby cafes, or indulge in world class dining just moments from your doorstep. For those who love the water, the Noosa River offers endless activities, from kayaking and swimming to fishing or catching

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the ferry for a scenic ride.

All this, just three minutes from Hastings Street and the iconic Noosa Main Beach, making this a rare opportunity to secure a premium apartment in one of Noosa’s most desirable locations. Whether you’re looking for a permanent residence, a holiday escape, or an investment, this property is a must see.

FEATURES WE LOVE:

• Top floor living, north facing, Noosa River views

• Freshly renovated, light filled, kitchen with European appliances

• 3 bedrooms, ensuited master

• Open plan living with wraparound verandas

• Small boutique complex, LUG

• Walk to restaurants, cafes and shopping

• Meander walkways, throw in a line, catch the ferry

• Kayak the river, swim its sandy beaches

• 3 Minutes to Hasting Street and Noosa’s Main Beach

• Prime location plus lifestyle opportunity

Address: 5/265 Gympie Terrace, NOOSAVILLE Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: $1,750,000 Inspect: Saturday 11.00-11.30am; Wednesday 12.00-12.30pm

Contact: Melanie Butcher 0407 379 893, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

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Ifyouare lookingfor aPropertyManagementTeamthat isexceptionallyinnovative with apioneeringmindset thenthinkofLaguna PropertyManagement. Theteam leadingtobetteroutcomesfor theirclientsand settingnewindustrystandards.

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•Hamptonsstylecharmnestled at theend of aleafy privateroad

•Classic VJ panelling, light filledinteriors,modernkitchen,walk-inpantry

•Decks flowingfromthe masterandsecondbedrooms

•Expansive frontentertainingdeckforfriends andfamily gatherings

•Generousmaster, spacious ensuite;main bathroom/bathand shower

•Ample parkingfor 2vehiclesincluding acaravanor boat

•Split systemairconditioning, watertank,additional storage

•Minutes to Cooroy towncentre;a shortdrive to Noosa’sworld famous MainBeachand thesophisticationofHastingsStreetattractions

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