The world-famous Garmin Noosa Triathlon returns this week, with triathletes, their families and supporters from across Australia and around the world descending on the region, with the 2025 event set to be the largest in its history.
The five-day festival of events includes opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to be involved.
The event culminates with the 42nd running of the Noosa Triathlon on Sunday, with thousands to take on the iconic 1.5km swim, 40km ride and 10km run.
Leanna Ali, Regional Director for The IRONMAN Group Oceania, organisers of the Noosa Triathlon, said that excitement was building ahead of this year’s event.
“We’re excited to be welcoming triathletes and their supporters from around the world to Noosa again this week for the 42nd running of the Garmin Noosa Triathlon,” Ali said.
“Over the years the Noosa Triathlon has become a bucket-list event for triathletes from all corners of the world and we can’t wait to welcome a sold-out field to Sunday’s event once again, with the 2025 event set to be the largest ever.
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Tasting the future
By Erle Levey
There have only been two other events in Australia in the past 40 years that have been as significant … the 1988 Brisbane World Expo and the 2000 Sydney Olympic and Paralympic Games. Again, the eyes of the world will be on Australia for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
To be centered on Brisbane, regional Queensland and other states, the Olympics are already attracting massive interest for many reasons.
Among them is the intrigue about this little-
known continent on the “other’’ side of the world.
Yet it is also due to the fact that these Games will be very much a regional event, encouraging sustainability and on-going use of infrastructure.
At a CSIRO breakfast forum at the University of the Sunshine Coast, participants looked at ways local food could be a part of the world’s biggest, most historic of sporting events.
Later in the week, GourMay 2026 was launched … a month-long festival celebrating food in the Mary Valley. Their long-term vision is also focussed on providing an event that will show visitors the authenticity and the value of
fresh, local food.
World Expo 88 and Sydney 2000 exemplified what a great show Australia can put on. The world is waiting to see what Queensland can produce.
It was a 12-year timeline for Queensland to get ready since the announcement of the winning bid to host the Games - now it is seven.
Individuals as well as businesses are lining up to be involved. It is a matter of whether we can deliver on the potential.
The CSIRO’s South East Queensland Food Systems Strategy Sunshine Coast forum highlighted that the Olympics will have a dramatic impact on
the economy and that direct suppliers as well as contractors will benefit.
Yet preparing for a four-week fast burn in 2032 is not the only game in town.
The population growth for the region in that time will have ramped up, so any increase in local food production will become a slow burn in order to cater for this on-going demand.
Roz White, chair of the Sunshine Coast 2032 project to plan for the Olympics, spoke of the very real possibilities and opportunities for the region in the lead-up to and during the Games.
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Noosa Triathlon prepares for its biggest event in its history. (Rob Maccoll)
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By Abbey Cannan
Around 23,000 homes and businesses remained without power as of 9:30pm on Monday 27 October, following destructive storms that swept across South East Queensland on Sunday night.
Energex said it had restored supply to about 103,000 customers over the past 24 hours, with more reconnections expected on Tuesday morning as rested crews returned to work.
Golden Beach resident Mariah Jackson said her power went out at 4.30pm on Monday afternoon and was restored just after midnight.
“It was easily the hottest night we’ve had in a long time,” she said.
“It would have hit me worse being pregnant.
“We had to sit in the pool and I slept with ice and wet clothes. I feel dehydrated and have
symptoms of heat stroke this morning.”
Energex principal corporate communications advisor Brett Judge said the peak number of customers impacted was 74,300 at 8:05pm on Monday night, predominately in Brisbane Central and Ipswich Lockyer Areas.
“We have also been managing heat related responses on the network and also the high winds that affected crews’ ability to work at heights this afternoon,” he said on Monday.
“Energex has deployed a significant number of crews to work both night and day to restore power – there are currently 216 field workers on the ground tonight and dozens more providing support roles.
“Even after the super cells passed through the South East, we have seen continued damage oc-
AI thinks it’s above the law
Country Press Australia (CPA) has welcomed the Albanese Government’s decision to rule out a copyright exemption for AI companies, but says urgent action is now required to enforce copyright laws and stop AI platforms from stealing regional journalism.
CPA President Damian Morgan said the damage to regional journalism is no longer hypothetical or distant, it is already occurring.
“AI companies think they are above the law. They are harvesting local news stories, paraphrasing them, and delivering them back to users as answers rather than links. The public still consumes the journalism, but they never reach the publisher, never subscribe, and never see a local advertiser. The reporting is ours, but the commercial benefit is captured by offshore technology companies,” Mr Morgan said.
He added that regional publishers now operate metered or hybrid paywalls to fund journalism, but AI scraping routinely bypasses those protections, further threatening the economic base needed to keep local journalists employed.
“The problem is not only training data. These platforms are now replacing the pub-
lisher in real time. They extract our reporting, convert it into their own output, and keep the audience. That removes the economic base needed to keep journalists employed in regional Australia,” he said.
Mr Morgan said the policy failure that occurred when Meta walked away from funding news must not be allowed to repeat itself in the AI era.
“Google has remained engaged with the industry, but Meta walked away while still benefiting from Australian journalism. We cannot go through a second cycle where big tech uses regional reporting to drive engagement but refuses to fund the journalism that makes it possible. If AI companies want to use Australian news, they must license it and pay for
curring during the day as a result of high winds and new damage being identified.
“This has seen an increased number of customers being impacted during the day. Particular areas of focus for us are the Kenmore, Sherwood and Fig Tree Pocket areas.
“There are significant challenges for crews accessing network damage due to the amount of vegetation that has either damaged poles and wires or is blocking access for vehicles and crews.”
Mobile generation has been deployed and will be used to support essential services, aged care facilities and impacted schools where it is possible.
Check the Energex Outage Finder for the latest statistics at: www.energex.com.au/outages/ outage-finder/emergency-outages-text-view/
it,” he said.
Country Press Australia is calling for a national framework that ensures licensing covers both training and output; that regional publishers are explicitly included alongside larger media companies; and that there is a low-cost, fast enforcement pathway for small publishers who cannot afford lengthy litigation.
“Regional journalism is not simply a commercial product. It is public infrastructure in democratic life. If scraping continues unchecked, local reporting will disappear not because communities don’t value it, but because AI has siphoned away the audience and revenue that sustains it. Once a regional newsroom closes, there is no replacing it,” Mr Morgan said.
He said the government had taken the right first step by rejecting a copyright carve-out for AI, but the next stage – licensing and enforcement – will determine whether regional publishing can remain viable.
“Australia solved this problem once through the News Media Bargaining Code. We now need the AI equivalent before the harm becomes irreversible,” he said.
Energex crews working in the field. (Supplied)
Record numbers expected
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“From its humble beginnings more than 40 years ago to becoming the largest Olympic-distance triathlon in the world the Noosa Triathlon has a special place in Australian sporting history and we look forward to adding another chapter to it this week,” he said.
“With swims, runs, rides, kids’ events and the Special Triathlon there is an event for everybody to be a part of, and we look forward to welcoming those from abroad, and the local community, to the event this year.”
Queensland Minister for Tourism, Andrew Powell, said the Noosa Triathlon is a shining example of how Queensland leads the way in delivering world-class events.
“The Noosa Triathlon is an event that attracts participants to this idyllic part of our state not only from across Australia but also internationally, generating an anticipated $31 million boost for Queensland,” Minister Powell said.
“The five-day festival is expected to attract more than 9000 visitors to Queensland and garner more than 91,000 visitor nights, benefiting local businesses and tourism operators in the region.
“This long-standing event’s significant contributions to both community and economic objectives are consistent with the ambitions of Destination 2045, our state’s 20-year tourism plan.”
Sharon Raguse, Tourism Noosa CEO, welcomed athletes and their supporters back to the iconic event.
“As the destination partner, we’re proud to once again support Noosa’s most iconic sporting event. The Noosa Triathlon is part of what makes this region so special - bringing together our community, athletes, and visitors to celebrate fitness, fun, and our spectacular natural surroundings.
“From swimming in Laguna Bay, to cycling along the Noosa River and through the hinterland, and running along tropical paths beside our
waterways, there’s no better way to experience everything Noosa has to offer. We wish every participant an unforgettable race weekend,” she said.
The Noosa Triathlon kicks off on Wednesday 29 October with the Noosa Run Swim Run, starting and finishing on Main Beach.
Friday will offer up a range of options to be involved in the event, starting with the Tour De Noosa – Garth Prowd Ride, with cyclists taking on a leisurely 28km ride beginning at 6am. Friday morning will also feature the 5km ASICS Noosa
Breakfast Fun Run beginning at 7.30am, with the fun run raising funds for the McGrath Foundation. Friday’s activities round out with the 2XU Noosa 1000 Ocean Swim at 4.15pm.
Saturday morning will see the event’s youngest participants take to their start line, with the Noosa Superkidz Triathlon from 7.30am. Following that will be the Tingirana Noosa Special Triathlon which will see participants of all abilities take on a 100m swim, 3km ride and 500m run.
The pace will pick up on Saturday afternoon
with the 5km ASICS Noosa Bolt and the Australian Open Criterium taking place.
Sunday will see the 42nd running of the Noosa Triathlon, with thousands of athletes taking on a 1.5km swim, 40km ride and 10km run.
Noosa Triathlon is supported by the Queensland Government, through Tourism and Events Queensland.
For more information on the Noosa Triathlon visit https://noosatri.com.au/
KIDS Foundation ready to take on the Noosa Triathlon
The KIDS Foundation will proudly take on the Noosa Triathlon with its largest-ever cohort of eight Teams, 72 athletes, all wearing the KIDS colours and competing with purpose.
Together, they’ve already raised more than $140,000 with a target of $200,000 to support children and families recovering from traumatic life-altering injuries, burns, and other degenerative health conditions.
Leading the charge in the the swim leg for one of the KIDS teams is Clayton Nicolas, a KIDS Survivor, volunteer, and participant in the KIDS Empowering RIGHTS Program based in Noosa who had his life changed after a mining accident in which he received 55 per cent burns.
On the bike leg will be KIDS Founder and CEO Dr Susie O’Neill who with her own heart health challenges, strongly believes that from bad things, good things can grow.
And powering through the run leg is KIDS Ambassador Mick Marshall, a record-breaking endurance athlete whose life changed forever
when he fell from a wind turbine, suffering catastrophic leg injuries. Mick just completed the world’s toughest ultra race, the UTMB Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc in France as an adaptive athlete and is returning to join the team on crutches just six weeks after major surgery.
“I’m extremely honoured to be participating in the Noosa Triathlon with two of the most extraordinary humans. I believe our team embodies the very heart of KIDS Foundation and truly represents, all abilities inclusiveness, overcoming adversity, with the can-do mindset that helps our children and families recover and build stronger lives,” Susie said.
Susie established the KIDS (Kids In Dangerous Situations) Foundation in 1993 for children with traumatic life-altering injuries, burns, and genetic conditions that change appearance and physical capabilities.
Their purpose is to help navigate the challenges of life-altering appearance and capabilities following burns, accidents, abuse incidents,
and life-altering genetic conditions and educate to promote safety and wellbeing, through camps, recovery and equine programs, and education in early learning settings. For more, visit www.kidsfoundation.org.au
KIDS ambassador Mick Marshall will take on the run leg of the Noosa Triathlon. (Supplied)
KIDS founder and CEO Dr Susie O’Neill with some of the children supported by the KIDS Foundation. (Supplied)
The Garmin Noosa Triathlon returns this week. (Korupt Vision)
Push for beach safety
Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) released the National Coastal Safety Report for 2025 on Friday 24 October, revealing a tragic rise in coastal drowning deaths across the nation, with older Australians emerging as the group most at risk.
In the past year, 154 lives were lost to drowning on Australia’s coast, the highest number ever recorded, accounting for 43% of all national drowning deaths.
Alarmingly, every incident occurred outside of the red and yellow flags, patrol times, or at unpatrolled locations, highlighting the ongoing dangers of swimming, surfing, or recreating in unsupervised coastal areas.
The report found that more than half were aged 55 years or older, with 1 in 4 coastal drowning deaths amongst 60–69-year-olds.
Last season, surf lifesaving services completed more than 2.19+ million preventative actions, performed more than 8,200 rescues, contributing an estimated $9 billion in value to the community.
Without the interventions of surf lifesavers and lifeguards, there would have been at least an additional 1,500 coastal drowning deaths last year alone.
“Every life lost on our coastline is tragic, and last year we were alarmed to record our highest ever number of drowning deaths,“ Surf Life Saving Australia’s National Research Manager, Dr Jaz Lawes said
“Our coast continues to be a central source of joy and connection for millions of Australians and international visitors, but these statistics show that we must do more to keep our older community members safe when they visit the beach or other coastal environments.”
“Drowning risk increases when older adults are by themselves and have pre-existing medical conditions.
“No one plans to get in trouble, and as we get older, we may no longer have the skills we once had, to get ourselves out.
“We also know that many drowning incidents happen when people are alone, which means there is no one who can call for help.
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“That’s why social connection and regular participation with others are key to reducing drowning risk.”
To help address this growing concern, Surf Life Saving Australia is calling on older Australians to get involved in the Silver Salties program, a national initiative designed to get older Australians engaged with their local Surf Life Saving Clubs.
Silver Salties encourages older adults to stay active, connected, and confident around the water through inclusive and enjoyable physical activities.
Programs can include traditional surf lifesaving skills, gentle beach fitness, swimming, walking, yoga, or other recreational pursuits delivered at the beach, pool, clubhouse, or nearby park.
“We want older Australians to feel welcome at their local surf life saving club, to build friendships, learn about coastal safety, and enjoy being part of a community again,” said Lawes.
Each club has the flexibility to design Silver Salties programs that reflect their local environment, capacity, and membership. Activities are led by qualified instructors, club volunteers, or external providers, and can run at different times
throughout the year.
“By promoting connection with and between older Australians through programs like Silver Salties, we’re not only improving physical wellbeing but also creating social networks that can help prevent tragedy,“ he said.
“Everyone deserves to feel safe and supported when they enjoy Australia’s incredible coastline.”
Surf Life Saving Australia is urging all Australians, particularly those aged 55 and over, to swim between the red and yellow flags, avoid going alone, and get involved with their local Surf Life Saving Club.
Sisters close chapter on beloved bookstore and cafe
After 16 years of great reads and delicious coffee, sisters Lucinda Morley and Natalie Webster have wrapped up operations at their Noosaville bookstore, The River Read.
“We’ve loved being part of the local community we grew up in,” Lucinda said.
“We’ve made connections with so many amazing people – from patrons to authors and everyone in between.”
When the sisters took over the store in 2009 – despite having no background in books or coffee – they brought passion and enthusiasm to the venture.
A year later, they added a coffee bar and The River Read quickly became a favourite stop for locals and visitors alike to enjoy a brew while strolling along the Noosa River.
“We want to thank all our supporters from Noosa and beyond – we couldn’t have done it without you,” Lucinda said.
“We’ve made memories to last a lifetime… maybe one day we’ll even write a book about it!”
Lucinda and Natalie also encourage locals to continue supporting other independent bookstores in the region.
“Noosa is so lucky to have so many wonderful bookstores. We’d love to see the community keep shopping local with Village Books, Junction Books, Annie’s Books, and Berkelouw Books for great service and expert recommendations.”
Community members flocked to secure one of the last books at The River Read bookstore with a 50 per cent off sale last weekend.
Sisters Lucinda Morley and Natalie Webster have closed The River Read. (Supplied)
Bands rock for Uriah
A large community gathering is planned for the Cooran Hall on Sunday 2 November from 3pm as a fundraiser for 18-year-old local lad Uriah who is in an induced coma in ICU in Brisbane following a horrific car crash on McKinnon Drive, Cooroibah on 12 October.
Uriah was airlifted to the Royal Brisbane Hospital from the accident in which he sustained serious head injuries and has sadly lost one eye.
“Surgeons have been working long hours to save his remaining eye with a 16.5 hour operation on 21 October,” said event spokesperson Cherry Bright.
“We are coming together with love and heal-
ing hearts to help support Uriah and his parents, locals Katherine and Tim through his recovery. They are by his side in Brisbane,” she said.
“Come along for a wonderful afternoon of community love and support through music. Three local bands will be providing fabulous music plus the local Cooran choir will sing a selection of awesome four-part harmony songs. There will be raffles on the day including a large grocery hamper of donated foodstuffs. If you would like to make a donation of foodstuffs for the hamper or objects or services or vouchers - all would be greatly appreciated. There will also be tea, coffee and cake to purchase and any cake donations would also be gratefully received.
For all donations large or small please contact Cherry Bright on 0410573629. Thank you in advance.
A GoFundMe page has also been created for donations by Uriah’s sister Clare Quinn who is a well known musician in the duo, Those Folk.
The line up of talented local bands include:
The Leafy Greens - a five-piece band of friends, each with decades of musical performance experience, emphasizing vocal harmonies and instrumental diversity who perform covers from the 1960s - 90s, combined with older classics like Blue Moon, while ambitious numbers like Mr Blue Sky and Shine on You Cra-
zy Diamond are thrown in.
Buckley’s Chance - a six-piece band of local talented musicians who perform originals and popular covers, describing themselves as an acoustic style band with a Celtic feel.
Starkers - a groovy four-piece band led by James Simon (vocals, guitar) and Clare Talei (percussion, flute) who with the recent addition of Jack Lloyd on drums and Mitch Francis on bass, has evolved into a full-bodied musical experience that resonates with audiences from all walks.
Tickets: adults $20, children under 16 years $5, children 5 years and under free. Visit https:// www.trybooking.com/DGWLM
Noosa MP Bolton’s safety call to end shark nets
By Arthur Gorrie
Drumlines are ineffective in reducing “unprovoked shark interactions,” and should be replaced with alternatives, according to Noosa MP Sandy Bolton, Gympie’s southern political neighbour.
Ms Bolton took issue with Gympie MP and Fisheries Minister Tony Perrett, whose insistence on continuing with shark nets and drumlines was reported in last week’s Gympie Today.
She called for shark nets and drumlines to be replaced before the next whale migration season.
She told state parliament these technologies impacted on “Noosa’s iconic environmental tourism brand which is critical for our economy.”
“The 11 whale entanglements in Queensland shark nets during this migration has seen outrage from coastal communities and visitors.
“A meeting of Noosa organisations that work
with or use the ocean voted in the majority for net replacement with safe alternatives during whale migration season, including Noosa council and Tourism Noosa.”
Ms Bolton said the Federal Court had determined in 2019 that drum lines did not reduce the risk of unprovoked shark interactions.
“Since 2006 there have been three fatal shark bites at Queensland beaches where lethal drum lines and nets are in place.
“Governments so far have disregarded the recommendation from the KPMG report to transition away from nets as well as calls from Noosa council and residents who voted over 70 per cent for a trial of nonlethal shark control measures.
“Questions include whether nets attract sharks via the bycatch that is in the nets.
“I ask our government to listen to them and work towards replacing those nets before the next migration,” she said.
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The Leafy Greens -Steve Dennis, Kev Irle, Amber Scott, Karen Hudson and Gen Douw. (Supplied)A
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Moving to the other side of the world has been a life-changing experience for young Valdora farmer Ed Wright. ERLE LEVEY talks with him at Bamboo Park Farm about the switch from pig farming on an industrial scale built up over six generations to one with free-range pigs and chickens
Roaming pigs ready to rock
By Erle Levey
Pigs that rock ... in close proximity to one of Australia’s biggest rocks as the background, it makes sense - sort of.
We are at Bamboo Park Farm, between Yandina and Coolum Beach. The property was sugar cane land 20-30 years ago.
Today Ed runs ethically-raised pigs, free-range chickens and a farm shop, stocked with local and regional produce including organic honey.
Being caught between a rock and a hard place generally means hard times ahead.
Yet for Ed, he couldn’t be happier. The 40-acre property is between Mt Ninderry and Australia’s third-biggest rock, Mount Coolum.
Originally from Devon in south-western England, Ed has travelled the world and loves living and farming on the Sunshine Coast.
The farm has been transformed from sugar cane to raising heritage Tamworth and Devon Black pigs, together with poultry to produce freerange eggs.
Bamboo Park is on Yandina-Coolum Road and open daily 8am-4pm, stocking not only their own produce but that of others in the region with similar ethical standards.
There is a nursery as well, stocking bamboo, palms, tropical plants and trees.
The pigs have the best lives imaginable, roaming and wallowing in mineral-rich soils, with a natural diet and stress-free lifestyle.
As for Ed, he comes from a family that has strong links to the land and farming.
That was just outside of Exeter, in Devon. It’s good part of England with rolling green country and picturesque English Channel beaches, but still gets quite cold and rainy.
He flew to Australia at the age of 17 as part of the family, went to school at Peregian Springs, and then studied a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Queensland, majoring in International Relations and Spanish.
“On finishing uni I went travelling and volunteered overseas in some beautiful places.
“I worked at a Cooroy Mountain property for a while then volunteered in Mexico, Belize and Guatemala.
“Cooroy was a 100-acre cattle property and there was heaps of equipment on the farm, so that’s where I learnt to operate all the machines and have brought that knowledge here.
“It was good to see a more conventional approach to farming - the efficiencies and the advantages.
“Free range and better-quality produce is the way to go.’’
So why free range? What was the turning point?
“I grew up pretty closely with animals and had a lot to do with them as a kid.
There wasn’t a lot here at Bamboo Park when he took it over. Yet the land is healing itself after being chemical and pesticide-free for
such a period of time.
“You get better meat and more nutritious meat.’’
It’s at this point of the conversation that we hear the peacock calling in the distance, as Ed’s father Dave comes in with the eggs he has collected from the mobile caravan.
“The eggs are excellent,’’ Ed said, “and people
should look for a better quality. Pasture raised. They are such a true indicator.
“If you’ve had a good egg, you can’t go back.”
In this regard, people on the Sunshine Coast are looking for better quality food. It’s been prevalent since the ‘70s.
The location of Bamboo Park Farm is central - midway between Coolum and Yandina while at
the same time handy to Noosa and Maroochydore or Buderim.
Ed believes this interest in ethically-produced food just happens naturally when you’re travelling and seeing other examples.
“You get to see a lot of different operations in a short period of time. It comes from reading about it - there are a lot of free-range pigs in America.
“The breeds are fascinating. We run mainly Tamworth, which is an old English breed and Duroc is American.
“Tamworth come from the centre of England and they love the big forests. We also have some large Devon Black pigs and they tend to be better suited to the sunlight.
“Pigs get a hard time of it considering how smart they are and how crucial they are to a diet.
“The idea is to have them outdoors and on large enough pasture so that they don’t damage the land.
“We have about 20 breeding pigs over 40 acres. That’s pretty manageable.
“You don’t need to have a high stocking density. We try and rotate them as much as we can.’’
This sees the piglets weaned from their mother at about eight weeks and then put into hard pens as a training pen. After one or two weeks they respect that and then they can run outdoors with a single strand electric fence.
Pigs are intensive agriculture and you have to feed them a lot, Ed said, so they are given supplementary feed from Cooloola Custom Stockfeed. It is family owned and only uses Australian whole grains and protein meals with nutritional additives such as vitamins and minerals. No by-products are used in any stockfeed manufactured by the company.
There are some natural legumes as part of the Bamboo Park pastures as well as the grass for nutrition.
The plan is to plant more trees for shade and hopefully incorporate some fruit trees.
“The pigs are a unique animal and have different requirements,’’ Ed said. “You have to appreciate the full story of industrial pigs to try and understand how to take them forward in the future.
“When grandad built up a large herd, each place in England and in Europe would have pigs that would suit that climate.
“My large blacks are also known as Devon pigs. They do well in the sun as Devon is the warmer part of England.’’
The reason Ed’s grandfather got into massive agriculture wasn’t out of greed and bad intentions. It was basically to feed the nation after World War Two.
“Rationing was still going and it was recommended that there be three large industrial breeds of pigs. This was the way to increase food production.
“If you didn’t do that, you would not be efficient enough and could not compete. It did a good job of feeding everyone.’’
Ed Wright of Bamboo Park Farm at Valdora. (509743)
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and improve the quality of the food.
“We try so hard here in the shop to have consistent customers and control the consistency of our products. The customers are so loyal.’’
In between the pig and the pork are the butchers. Ed engages the abattoir at Biggenden and his butcher is Piggy In The Middle at Kilkivan.
“What’s fascinating about the price of pork and eggs is they are a good form of protein. By raising them yourselves and having your own butcher, you can be very competitive with price.
“We don’t worry about the other herds. The difference between free-range pigs and industryraised is so marked.
“The nice thing about selling directly is the quality is so good that we are very proud to sell it.
At Bamboo Park there is no genetically modified organisms (GMO) in the food and no sprays used. The feed does not contain restricted animal material (RAM) such as meat and bone meal, fish, feathers, eggs, and no artificial additives.
They cut some hay and sell quite a lot of that.
Having a mobile chicken coop means the manure can be spread out over the pasture and helps to regenerate the soil.
“There’s a lot of hard infrastructure involved with pigs,’’ Ed said. “Sheds and fences, and there’s a nice way of recycling a lot of the waste material.
“The amount of corrugated iron, posts and fencing that comes from housing situations. We look at realistic ways to recycle.
“The farm shed has actually come from another property at Coolum.’’
It’s a fine line to walk when moving pigs from paddock to paddock.
If you don’t move them enough, it can be damaging to the pasture. But if you do, then it is very beneficial.
With electric fencing, they can be moved every day and the results can be incredible, Ed said.
As far as the farm shed goes, Ed feels his role is to help others where possible - and see some other parts of the country when he goes to their farm or business.
“Customers generally come to the farm gate. I’m not selling just one high-ticket item, I’m sell-
ing lots of different produce.
“I’ve been selling plants for years and that’s given me the start for food.
“It’s why large producers can find it tough because they have one product to start them off.
“Most of the bamboo has been here about
seven years and is proving popular for privacy and screening. There are also palms, heliconias, gingers and ground covers.
“I’ve always liked plants. I propagate some but get small tubes in from wholesalers.
“At the end of the day, it’s about helping peo-
ple solve any problems they may have. That gave me the capacity to sell food.
“Bamboo can stand up to harsh conditions and is pretty well suited to Australia. You can create a micro climate in places like this. It has its place for sure.’’
With the farm shed, Ed is trying to make farmgate supplies more accessible for customers rather than having to go to five different areas.
It’s not just the sharing of the farm shed for other producers, in this way Ed is sharing his knowledge of plants and animals.
“We’re all still learning. With farming, it’s a matter of the more you know - you then realisethere is more you don’t know.’’
The Bamboo Park Farm Shop. (509743)
Ed Wright and free-range chickens at Bamboo Park. (509743)
Ed Wright with his free-ranging pigs at Bamboo Park Farm. (509743)
Time for a taste of the future
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Based on outcomes from Paris 2024, 83 percent of direct suppliers and contractors to the Games were Small/ Medium Enterprises (SME’s).
The Brisbane 2032 Procurement Program will help deliver a successful Olympic and Paralympic Games - forecast to generate $8.1 billion in benefits for Queensland and $17.6 billion in benefits for Aus tralia.
Not only will the Games provide a once-in-a-gen eration opportunity to showcase the wider region to the world but provide legacy programs and projects for future generations.
This is designed to drive economic, social and environmental outcomes that ensure lasting benefits before, during and after the Games.
“Our region grows and produces the best food in the world,’’ Roz said. “What a wonderful opportunity for us to showcase local food.’’
Roz and Michael White own six White’s IGA stores on the Sunshine Coast, and support local food pro ducers with their Locavore program - a way of con necting the community with the freshest possible products.
“A locavore is a person who chooses to consume food that is grown, raised, or produced locally, usu ally within 200 kilometres from home and that is our mantra at White’s IGA.’’
The forum was told there is a definite need to scale up to the Games as the major event but in doing so be ready to serve the expected population growth by that time.
If you think about big events and games … it doesn’t get much bigger than this.
The region is home to among the highest number of small producers in Australia - growing everything frommangoesandavocadostodragonfruitandyuzu, from ginger and macadamias to berries and persimmons, feijoas and lychees.
There are dairy products such as yogurts and cheese to poultry, beef and pork. Our seafood has achieved world-wide recognition, along with native foods and an emerging wine industry.
Through it all is the branding of clean, green and fresh. Food that is nourishing.
“There’s a lot of discussion around the world about local food and collaboration in the food chain system,’’ Roz White said.
“You can’t sell a secret... and customers are looking for this type of experience when they shop to be able to access things that are unique and nutritional.
“Nourish the family and nourish the community is part of our Locavore program.
“Locavore was established from a very small group of suppliers in 1998 and has grown to more than 200 suppliers within 200km.
“Less transportation means less food miles.
“The Locavore program shows that consumers
want fresh, local food.
“The Games provide an opportunity to come together and support each other ... this is an opportunity for this region like no other.
“We will be home to some incredible athletes. When Brisbane 2032 was announced the world-wide internet search for Brisbane went up 15,000 percent.
“This will be a showcase to the world, and what better than to showcase the food that has been grown here.’’
The procurement strategy of Brisbane 2032 will have a clear focus on indigenous culture and local foods, providing an overwhelmingly opportunity for small to medium entities.
In Paris 2024, the perception that it was all big
business that would benefit was wrong. There was a specific focus on helping very small businesses and local companies.
More than 800 businesses from the social and solidarity economy participated in delivering the Paris Games. This included employing people from a wide sector of the community.
Collaboration will be needed in South East Queensland as no business should be expected to scale up for a four-week program.
The thing to remember is that the population will be such by then that it can be ongoing. Now is the time to get ready.
Steps to be taken include Environmental, Social, and Governance registration (ESG) to meet the sustainability and ethical impact criteria needed as a producer.
Provisionofsupplywillbeamajorissueduetothe seasonal nature of produce, the ability of processors, and environmental issues.
Hubsaregoingtobevitaltoprovidescaleforsmall producers and to mitigate against delivery risks.
The overriding impediment to food production in the region is the rate of urban sprawl which is impacting the quality land available for agriculture and horticulture.
It’s a serious factor as fresh local food is going to be important to ensure supply.
Otherwise more and more food is going to need to be imported from other areas or from overseas.
The SEQ Food Systems Forum sparked ideas, shared stories, and explored how local voices can helpshapetheSEQFoodStrategy-itprovidedablueprint for a more sustainable, resilient, and connected regional food system.
By 2046, South East Queensland will be home to about six million people. The Sunshine Coast-NoosaGympie will be in excess of 500,000.
That’s a lot of hungry mouths to feed - and it provides a big opportunity to build smarter and more sustainable ways in which to grow, share, and enjoy food.
The Sunshine Coast-Noosa-Gympie regions have a reputation for clean, green produce. (512702)
With the challenges of climate change, population growth, supply chain issues and global events ahead, collaboration is key.
“This forum was a critical step forward in exploring best practice models to create collaborative, sustainable and viable local food systems for the future,’’ Roz White said.
“There is a shift in consumer sentiment to support local and it also makes good business sense but it can be fragmented and challenging for operators.
“What makes this initiative so powerful is that researchers, retailers and producers are coming
together to identify and solve these challenges to unlock new ways of doing business and build awareness and education programs to connect the entire supply chain.’’
These include the CSIRO, University of Queensland, University of the Sunshine Coast, industry bodies such as Food Agribusiness Network (FAN), Turbine Sunshine Coast food and beverage manufacturing and education precinct, local government agencies and community groups.
The SEQ Food Systems Strategy is being cocreated by CSIRO, the Council of Mayors (SEQ), local governments, the Food Connect Founda-
tion, the Food Agribusiness Network FAN, government agencies, universities, and community groups.
Together, they’re designing evidence-based goals and actions to strengthen SEQ’s food resilience and support local prosperity.
During the next six months, the conversation will continue - whether as a grower, maker, or conscious consumer.
Imaginebeingabletonourishnotjustourfamilies but our 2032 Olympic athletes with wholesome, nutritious, locally grown and sourced food.
Brisbane rates highly for the economic benefits of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. (512702)
David Reynolds of CSIRO and Dr Robert Nissen of Queensland Department of Primary Industries.
Noosa Council’s Vicky Kottaras, Sunshine Coast 2032 chair Roz White, Catherine Low of Sunshine Coast Council and CSIRO’s Cathy Robinson.
How to save power funds
With power bills climbing and summer on the way, now’s the perfect time for Noosa residents to learn how to cut their energy costs — without cutting comfort.
The Zero Emissions Noosa Energy Champions are inviting locals to a free community forum on smarter home energy management, to be held at Noosa Library on Thursday 6 November at 10am.
The session will explore simple, practical ways to save energy at home and introduce a new free service called EnergyFlex, which helps households understand and manage their electricity use more effectively.
“Many people don’t realise how much control they actually have over their power bills,” says Colin Lambie, one of the Energy Champions.
“By making small adjustments to how and when you use energy, you can save hundreds of dollars a year — and it’s good for the planet too.”
The Energy Champions are a team of Zero Emissions Noosa (ZEN) volunteers, who have been working with local households to promote energy awareness and practical steps toward reducing emissions. Their message is simple: smarter energy use means lower bills, greater comfort, and a smaller carbon footprint.
At the forum, the team will break down the essentials — from understanding your electricity bill and smart meter data to using solar and batteries more efficiently. They’ll also show how EnergyFlex can help households take the guesswork out of energy management.
EnergyFlex is a new, free service available to Noosa residents. It helps people track when their homes are using the most energy, compare it with solar generation, and identify opportunities to shift consumption to cheaper or cleaner times of the day.
“It’s about empowering people,” Colin ex-
plains. “Once you can see your energy patterns, you can make simple choices that really add up — like running the washing machine when the sun’s shining or avoiding high-cost peak times.”
The Energy Champions initiative forms part of Zero Emissions Noosa’s broader mission to help the community achieve net-zero emissions. Since 2016, ZEN has led local action across home and business energy and sustainable transport education, working closely with residents, council and local businesses.
The group says this latest focus on smarter home energy management is both timely and practical. With electricity costs at record highs, small improvements in efficiency can deliver real savings for households and help reduce demand on the energy grid.
“Saving energy doesn’t have to mean going without,” says the team. “It’s about being smarter — using the right tools and habits to make your home work for you.”
The Smarter Home Energy Management forum will run for about an hour, with time for questions and discussion. Attendees will receive take-home resources and learn how to register for the free EnergyFlex service.
Everyone is welcome — whether you own your home, rent, or simply want to better understand how energy use affects your wallet and the environment. Event details:
• Thursday 6 November 10am
• Noosa Library?
• Free entry – bookings essential via Noosa Library?
Formoreinformation,visitZeroEmissionsNoosa on Facebook or at www.ZeroEmissionsNoosa.com. au or email them at info@ZeroEmissionsNoosa.com
Celebrate art, creativity at Cooroy Butter Factory
Join a special celebration of art and creativity at the Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre as the gallery presents Then and Now by Clare Llewelyn, alongside a Members Christmas Sale Show.
In Then and Now, Art begins in the personal but reaches its culmination in the universal. Clare Llewelyn’s artwork reflects this necessary dynamic, tracing a path from her own experience as woman and as artist to the shared human tragicomedy we call “Life.” This exhibition is both a retrospective and a show of current work and represents a journey for us all.
The Members Christmas Sale Show fills the upstairs gallery with festive cheer and the vibrant creativity of Butter Factory Members.
Discover an inspiring array of paintings, sculpture, glasswork, and ceramics — perfect for gifting or finding that one-of-a-kind piece for your home.
Come celebrate the opening on Saturday 22 November, 4–6pm, enjoy a drink with friends and welcome the holiday season surrounded by art. Everyone is welcome, finger food and a bar open to purchase drinks.
• New Exhibitions – Then and Now, Clare Llewelyn & Members Christmas Sale Show
Gumnuts Australiana, Karen RobinsonMembers Christmas Sale Show.
Screwed by Clare Llewelyn. (Supplied)
SMSFs: Rewarding trust
Self Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs) have grown rapidly in recent years, attracting increased attention from the ATO — and rightly so. With more individuals choosing to take control of their super, the tax office is watching closely to ensure trustees are keeping their houses in order.
So, let’s revisit the basics — and along the way, use a little backyard cricket to explain the moving parts.
The SMSF Setup — Trust, Trustee, Members & Deed Every SMSF has four essential components:
• The trust deed: This is the rulebook — the document that governs how your fund operates.
• The trust: Think of it like the esky — it holds all the fund’s assets.
• The members: They’re the players in the game.
• The trustee(s): They’re the umpires, ensuring the rules are followed.
Unlike the backyard version, however, there’s a serious governing body watching on — the ATO. If the umpire (trustee) lets things slide or members help themselves to the esky before they’re allowed, the ATO can step in, take half the esky’s contents, and shut the game down entirely.
Key Rules to Know
A complying SMSF must meet several conditions:
• It can have up to six members.
• All members must be trustees (or directors of a corporate trustee).
• No member can be employed by another, unless they’re related.
• Trustees generally can’t be paid for their trustee duties.
The Trust Deed & Trustee Responsibilities Two elements deserve special focus:
• The Trust Deed - The deed sets out how the fund operates — both now and in future. It’s es-
sential that it’s kept up to date with legislative changes and tailored to reflect your intentions.
The Trustee
The trustee carries the most responsibility — and liability. Whether individuals or a corporate trustee, they are legally bound to: Act honestly and prudently, Separate fund assets from personal ones, Act in the best interests of all members and Develop and maintain an investment strategy. Put simply to ensure full compliance with the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993 (SIS Act) and regulations.
While trustees can appoint professionals — like financial advisers, accountants or administrators — to help manage the fund, they cannot outsource accountability. The buck stops with them.
So, Is an SMSF Right for You?
Managing your own super can be incredibly rewarding — giving you control, flexibility, and po-
tential cost benefits.
But it also comes with legal, financial, and administrative obligations that must be taken seriously.
It’s not backyard cricket anymore — it’s the real deal, and the umpire wears a suit.
For more information call Ord Minnett Noosa on 07 5231-9966 or visit www.ordsnoosa.com.au
Chris Harris is an Authorised Representative (no 427052) of Ord Minnett Ltd ABN 86 002 733 048, AFS licence 237121. This article does not contain legal advice, and only contains general financial advice. Your personal circumstances has not been considered; you should determine its suitability to you. Before acquiring a financial product you should consider the relevant product disclosure statement. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Chris can be reached on 07-5231-9966
Self Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs) have grown rapidly in recent years. (Supplied)
Managing your own super can be incredibly rewarding.
Surf legend shapes history
By Abbey Cannan
A Noosa-based surf brand has made history, becoming the first surfboard manufacturer in over 65 years to win a Gold Award at the Australian Good Design Awards.
Campbell Designed earned top honours for its revolutionary Exo-Flex surfboard technology.
Founder Stuart Campbell, 64, said it was a real kick to win the award.
“We’ve worked at this for a long time through the ups and downs. It felt really good to be rewarded,” he said.
The inspiration for Exo-Flex came from his experience building high-performance yachts at Lake Cooroibah.
“The majority of surfboards are still made today the same way they were in the late 50s, with the same materials and techniques,” Stuart said.
“There are a few people who do things a bit different but 90 per cent of boards are still being made the same, and I’m always looking to improve it.
“I just looked at the materials we were using on the yachts and thought, I wonder how that would go on boards.
“I made one for my son Ryan who’s an incredible former professional surfer and he was just amazed at it. He noticed a big kick in his surfing off the very first one we created.”
The Exo-Flex is a world-first, internationally patented surfboard construction featuring multilayered carbon-fibre leaf springs that dramatically enhance speed, responsiveness, and strength, setting a new benchmark for surfboard performance and durability.
“They’re really fast,” Stuart said.
“We build these carbon fiber springs into the
top and bottom of each board and as you turn it will come out of the turn very quickly.
“Over the years, the surfing industries mainly relied on anecdotal evidence so there’s been very little scientific testing.
“So, I built a couple of machines to sort of quantify what was really happening. We knew they went amazingly well, but comparable to the old style of boards, we found that our boards are actually stronger and less likely to snap.”
The Australian Good Design Awards Jury praised Campbell Designed’s innovation, stating, “The Exo-Flex is a revolutionary composite surfboard construction… Campbell Designed has advanced surfboard engineering by translating performance into measurable data — a significant leap from traditional methods. An outstanding contribution to good design and very worthy of recognition.”
Stuart said they’ve had an incredible response from surfers around the world.
“Even though it’s performance based, even your average surfer notices it and gets benefit out of it,” he said.
“We’ve been sending boards all around the world off our online store to the US mainland and to Hawaii, New Zealand, Spain, Portugal. Even one to Dubai the other day. There’s a really good Kelly Slater wave pool that’s opened up there recently and it’s blowing up. There’s a lot of them being built around the world.”
Born in Sydney, Stuart was just six-months old on his first trip to Noosa visiting his grandparents, before making the move in 1980.
“My grandparents used to run the Tewantin’s Royal Mail Hotel in the 1950s and 60s,” he said.
“I always spent holidays here, started surfing as an 11 year old, and making surfboards when I was 12.”
Stuart became a professional surfer and was competing on his own shapes through the mid 70’s into the early 80’s.
He developed his craft shaping for some of Australia’s top board labels as well as several
world surfing champions.
With 52 years of board building experience, Stuart’s hand-shaped more than 25,000 boards.
So what is his most memorable surfboard?
“I did a board for myself one day that funnily enough I didn’t like, but it ended up with 1988 world champion Barton Lynch,” he said.
“He ended up surfing it for 18 months on tour and I think to this day still says it’s the best board he’s ever had, so that was a memorable one.
“But other than that, our Exo-Flex is now my favourite. I was sick of seeing the same old materials. It’s given me a whole new lease of life.”
Ryan, Stuart’s son, has honed his shaping and design skills under his dad’s guidance.
He was a dominant Australian professional surfer through the Pro Junior Series and WQS, and also captained the Australian team to the World Junior Titles.
“It’s terrific working with Ryan,” Stuart said.
“He’s been the main test pilot for us and he still surfs pretty close to world class level himself, so it’s been great having someone I could run what I was doing off all the time.”
Surf journalist Phil Jarratt recently named Stuart in Noosa Today as one of Noosa’s true local surf identities.
Here’s what he had to say about that:
“I’ve met a lot of good friends over the years. There are a lot of good board makers around our town and area but I’ve always just tried to build the best boards that I possibly could for the local surfers,” he said.
“I’d just like to thank the local people who’ve supported us and come and got surfboards off us. There are plenty of brands out there but a bunch of people have stayed true to us.
“It’s just great having something to strive for still at a slightly advancing age. It makes me feel good.”
Campbell Designed continues to lead the evolution of high-performance surf technology, blending craftsmanship with cutting-edge engineering.
Father and son, Stuart and Ryan Campbell. (Supplied)
Stuart and Ryan Campbell with their gold Australian Good Design award.
Ryan extreme performance testing of Exo-Flex Technology.
The award-winning design. Campbell Designed was founded in Noosa in 2020.
ADF honours system concern
When I met Retired Lieutenant Colonel Harry Smith SG MC, he was an old man and though the years had thinned his physical frame, they had not dulled his warrior’s character.
For me, his presence commanded the respect due to a man who had once led 108 soldiers in one of the fiercest battles in Australian military history, the Battle of Long Tan.
In that rain-soaked rubber plantation in August 1966, surrounded by a force some estimate twenty times their number, Harry and his men fought for their lives and for each other.
Eighteen Australians were killed, twentyfour wounded, yet they held their ground and emerged victorious in a battle that must have felt like hell on earth.
When I was elected to Parliament in 2016, fifty years after that battle, the government finally presented D Company, 6RAR, with the Unit Citation for Gallantry, a recognition that had been denied for decades.
You see, Harry’s battle didn’t end when he and his surviving men walked out of that blood soaked plantation; it continued for the rest of his life, as he fought not the Viet Cong, but the indifference of a bureaucracy to have his soldiers properly honoured for their courage.
It is Harry Smith’s and the members of D Company’s decades long battle against bureaucracy that exposes the flaws in the Albanese Government’s new Defence Amendment (Defence Honours and Awards Appeals Tribunal) Bill 2025.
This Bill, if passed, will change Australia’s Defence honours system and remove the rights of
Defence Force members and veterans to have historic acts of gallantry reviewed. It will set a 20year time limit on the reconsideration of awards, which means actions from World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and other conflicts outside of that time limit would no longer be eligible for review.
The Bill has passed in the House of Representatives, despite Coalition opposition. The Government was able to push it through due to their numbers in the House, and it will be debated in the Senate this week.
The Defence Honours and Awards Appeal Tribunal, the independent body that reviews cases
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of military bravery, has grave concerns that the Albanese Government’s new bill would: “Abolish and curtail current and significant rights of ADF members, veterans and families and others to seek external and independent merits review of Defence decisions refusing to recommend an ADF member or veteran for a defence honour or award.”
The Tribunal has been operating for 14 years as an agency for independent review of past actions and decisions. Of the 483 reviews the Tribunal has conducted, on 283 occasions it has upheld the decision made by Defence, but on 136
occasions it has put forward recommendations to change the Defence decision.
After careful consideration, the Tribunal made recommendations to recognise the service and bravery of Teddy Sheean VC and Richard Norden VC, and they each respectively received the Victoria Cross 78 and 56 years after their service, and it also recommended the recognition of the last of the members of Harry Smith’s D Company, for their action at Long Tan.
Currently, anyone can make an application for the Tribunal to review a Defence decision, but this will no longer be possible if these changes are passed. The Bill would remove the rights of review for veterans who saw service in World War II, Vietnam, Iraq, Somalia, Rwanda, East Timor, and the earlier years of the Afghanistan campaign.
The capacity to review decisions made by Defence was a deliberate design feature of the Tribunal when it was established, but under the changes in this Bill proposed by the government there would be no pathway to review past actions beyond 20 years, even if compelling new evidence becomes available.
There is no evidence that the government properly consulted with the ex-service community on the proposed changes, which are essentially an effort by the government to remove independence from a statutory body which was established in 2011 to consider all Defence honours and awards matters.
As the eventual recognition of the members of D Company 6RAR, Teddy Sheean VC and Richard Norden VC demonstrate, the proper and formal acknowledgment of the genuine service and heroic bravery of our defence force personnel shouldn’t be limited by the imposition of an artificial ticking clock time limit set by government. My office is always here to help in any matter controlled by the Australian Government. If you need assistance please contact me on telephone 4121 2936, email llew.obrien.mp@aph.gov.au, my website www.llewobrien.com.au or on Facebook www.facebook.com/llewobrienlnp.
Retired Lieutenant Colonel Harry Smith at his home on the Sunshine Coast in 2019. (Rob Maccoll)
MP joins key conference
THE BOLTON REPORT
Before we head into some updates, it was a privilege to be one of two Queensland delegates to accompany the Speaker of Parliament to the 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference, and I thank the government for the opportunity.
There are 56 countries in the Commonwealth, with MPs in attendance representing one third of the world’s population, or 2.7 billion people. To have them, as well as world leaders in one room, was educational with interactive workshops and lectures, as well as inspirational speakers. This included the Prime Minister of the host nation, Barbados, who spoke of the challenges facing democracy, the importance of governments acknowledging when they have made a mistake, that a pause on a decision is not incompetence as it is taking the time to listen, and that the people we represent engage in their own time, not when we determine! This really resonated and I was reminded how important it is to find new ways to engage our broader community in our annual Noosa Community survey. While our response rate is in line with current standards, the more of our Noosans who participate, the better guided our efforts in advocacy and how we vote on legislation will be!
A key and consistent message throughout the topics discussed at the Conference whether it was in relation to financial management, discrimination, violence in society or the loss of trust in governments and representatives; was the role that political parties, parliamentarians, media and social media play in inciting abuse and hatred through their behaviours and the behaviours their platforms permit. Also concerning is the erosion of a point of ‘truth’ and impacts of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and social engineering which will further amplify mistrust through misinformation.
Hence, why I will continue to seek respectful and relevant debate in our Chamber, systems that are transparent, credible and efficient, and importantly decision making based on evidence, not on political fear mongering and emotive ‘grabs.’
To read more about the conference, head to www.cpahq.org/68-cpc/.
Now to some updates.
Whale Entanglements and Shark Nets
Following further entanglements, a dolphin fatality and an Oceans for All meeting that I chaired (seeing 70 per cent of representatives from Noosa business, environmental, and water-user groups in attendance support a trial to replace shark nets with safe alternatives during whale migration), I raised this in Parliament. Included was key evidence provided, such as the 2019 Federal Court determination, Administrative Appeals Tribunal findings, and University of Wollongong research that nets do not improve swimmer safety. With government ignoring this evidence, along with KPMG’s recommendations to transition away from nets and calls from both Council and our community, I asked given that safe alternatives are already used successfully elsewhere, for government to listen to our community and work towards replacing shark nets with these during the next whale migration season. In addition, given a James Cook University Study advised people not to swim or surf near shark nets due to the potential for bycatch attracting sharks, a request to the Department of Primary Industries to investigate this. Following on, the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) passed Councillor Amelia’s motion (204 For, 7 Against) for our government to work with interested coastal councils to trial non-lethal, evidence-based shark mitigation technologies. To view the latest updates, head to www.sandybolton.com/shark-nets-andcontrol-measures-update-october-2025/. My speech is available at http://bit.ly/43ualuu. Noosa River Management
As reported, Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ) has announced they are consolidating the stage six and seven reforms into a single stage commencing 1 January 2026. This introduces a 28day anchoring limit per financial year across the entire Noosa River system, including connected lakes and creeks. Information on this is available at http://bit.ly/49dBXrt and to provide feedback on any of these changes, please email sunshine-
coast.maritime@msq.qld.gov.au and CC our office in via noosa@parliament.qld.gov.au. For the full history of these changes and the journey over the last seven years, head to www.sandybolton. com/noosa360/.
Vessel Registration Reforms
Transport and Main Roads (TMR) are also developing reforms to vessel registration and identification requirements as part of addressing boat abandonment and dereliction. These changes aim to improve accountability and reduce future wrecks in our waterways, so please provide feedback on the current system and what you feel is needed to inform our advocacy and help shape these future reforms. For more information head to www.msq.qld.gov.au/registration and please email your feedback to noosa@parliament.qld. gov.au.
Financial Scams
Following recent cyber fraud here in our community, I asked the Minister for Open Data what the government is doing to prevent this financial theft using social engineering Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools which are impacting governments, businesses, and individuals statewide. With cyberattacks occurring every six minutes in Australia and AI making scams more complex, we urge residents to learn how to identify and respond to scams via www.scamwatch.gov.au, and businesses to explore the Cyber Warden program at http://bit.ly/3KQ8DgQ. To read the Ministers response, visit http://bit.ly/477OCJZ.
Operation Spring Break
Sunshine Coast Highway Patrol issued 126 infringements over four days during the recent school holidays along Teewah Beach. These figures highlight long-held community concerns about unsafe and damaging behaviour in the Cooloola Recreation Area. Whilst we appreciate increased enforcement activities, current management and protections are inadequate, and we continue to urge government to implement longrequested, proactive measures including speed
reductions,restrictionsduringturtleseasonnorth of Freshwater track, and management of volume during peak times to meet community and visitor expectations, as well ensure that our key economic assets and international drawcard are protected. For the history on community efforts, head to www.sandybolton.com/?s=teewah+cooloola.
Containers for Change
The Health, Environment and Innovation Committee, of which I am a member, released the findings of its Inquiry into Improving Queensland’s Container Refund Scheme, with several referrals made to appropriate independent bodies. Recommendations included for the Productivity Commission to investigate whether raising the return amount would deliver better return rates, however ultimately it is up to all of us to boost our recycling efforts and lessen the load on our landfills! To view the report, head to www.parliament.qld.gov.au/Work-of-the-Assembly/TabledPapers/docs/5825t1593/5825t1593.pdf.
Queensland Energy Roadmap
This newly announced plan scraps the previous government’s aim to phase out coal-fired power by 2038 and instead will continue until at least 2046. The rationale given is to address rising energy costs and maintain supply reliability, while supporting the transition to net zero by 2050. The changes have drawn mixed responses from stakeholders around impacts on industry, jobs, and the environment, as well in renewable investment. Our office is currently reviewing the roadmap, and we invite resident feedback to help inform advocacy. Please read the Energy Roadmap at http://bit.ly/479Qmmb and share your views via noosa@parliament.qld.gov.au.
Cooroy Intersections Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has now called for tenders to progress the business case and designs. Please note that these intersections are within the Nicklin electorate, which is represented by Marty Hunt MP, who can be contacted via nicklin@parliament.qld.gov.au and if Noosa
electorate residents could please cc our office at noosa@parliament.qld.gov.au.
Get Ready Queensland
This month saw Get Ready Queensland Week, a reminder that we are now in the season of fires, floods and storms! Please take a few minutes to get prepared by checking your emergency kit, advise everyone in your household of the emergency plan, and make the Noosa Disaster Dashboard at https://disaster.noosa.qld.gov.au/ a ‘favourite’ on your phone for live updates, road closures, weather warnings and remember to opt in for Noosa Alerts. For tips on how to prepare, visit www.getready.qld.gov.au to keep your family, neighbours and friends safe.
To finish. This year’s Connect will be in your ’snail mail’ boxes in December, and within is the 2026 Noosa Community Survey, which is vital for you to fill out as this guides how we share your voice in Parliament, as well prioritise our efforts! We also share an online version with newsletter subscribers, the community organisation database, on Facebook, Instagram and Linked In, as well to our newest Noosans via a welcome letter when they notify the ECQ of their new address. So please, spread the word as this is about our home, our community and our future!
With columns, social media and newsletter never ‘enough’ to share all that we are working on, please visit our website (www.sandybolton. com), where you can search by topic at the Noosa 360 tab. Whilst there, subscribe to our newsletter which ensures you receive any state related Noosa polls or surveys. As always, please contact our office for assistance on state related matters via noosa@parliament.qld.gov.au or 53193100, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Linked In to get updates as they come to hand!
Have a fabulous ‘getting ready for Christmas’ month, and with some very hot days here, stay cool and hydrated, and have your evacuation kit always on hand, including medications for yourself, your loved ones and your furry family members!
Oceans for All meeting, held to gauge views on a trial shark net removal during whale migration season. (Supplied)
Australian delegation to the the 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference. (Supplied)
Be alert for our wildlife
Drivers are asked to take extra care on the roads with local wildlife on the move following the return of warmer weather.
“As the weather warms up, wildlife is more active so there is a greater chance of coming across animals on local roads at this time of year,” Noosa Council Fauna Management Officer
David O’Gorman said.
“In particular, we are seeing koalas on the move across the Noosa Shire as this period also coincides with their breeding season. This is especially so at dawn and dusk.
“Native animals face a wide range of threats, but by taking a little extra care when driving we can all help reduce their risk of being struck by vehicles,” Mr O’Gorman said.
“If you do come into contact with sick or injured wildlife, please call the RSPCA hotline on 1300 ANIMAL (1800 264 625) to arrange for assistance. Alternatively, you can also contact a local wildlife rescue organisation such as Wildcare (07 5527 2444).”
Mr O’Gorman said birds too were active at this time of year and some species could become aggressive defending their nests.
“When we think of swooping birds we of-
ten think of magpies, but other birds, including butcher birds and crows, can behave in this way when defending their nests to protect their young,” he said.
Native birds are protected under the Nature Conservation Act 1992, and it is illegal to harm them or interfere with their nests and eggs.
In most circumstances, risks from swooping birds may be appropriately managed by taking a few simple precautions:
Take an alternative route if possible.
Walk quickly through the area but don’t run.
Protect your head and eyes with an open umbrella, hat and sunglasses.
If on a bicycle, dismount and walk.
Council will sometimes install temporary advisory signs to warn the community about potential swooping activity, particularly in busy areas.
• For a full list of wildlife carers and rescue organisations that can help sick and injured wildlife, visit Council’s website - https://www. noosa.qld.gov.au/Environment-and-Waste/ Environment/Trees-plants-and-animals/Injured-wildlife
Hospital set to trial new psoriatic arthritis therapy
Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital has joined a pioneering clinical trial investigating a potential new oral therapy for psoriatic arthritis, offering fresh hope for people living with the painful and often debilitating condition.
Psoriatic arthritis causes inflammation of the joints, leading them to become painful, stiff and often swollen. Currently there is no cure for psoriatic arthritis.
The trials Principal Investigator, Dr Sue Thackwray, said the study has the potential to address a significant unmet need.
“Psoriatic arthritis can have a huge impact on people’s lives, affecting mobility, energy and mental wellbeing. While there are existing therapies, many are injectable or infusionbased and remission rates remain low,” Dr Thackwray said.
“This trial is investigating an oral therapy that acts at a very specific level of the inflammatory pathway. We hope this targeted approach could provide better control of symptoms with fewer side effects, while also being more convenient for patients.”
Dr Thackwray said clinical trials play a vital role in expanding treatment options for people living with chronic autoimmune conditions.
“We are proud to be part of this global study, and we encourage eligible patients on the Sunshine Coast and beyond to consider taking part,” she said.
• Adults diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis who are interested in participating are invited to express their interest online: www.
Sunshine Coast Airport named fastest growing
Sunshine Coast Airport has reinforced its position as the natural choice for travellers with record growth in passenger numbers and has recently been identified as the fastest growing airport in the country.
According to the latest federal government aviation statistics Sunshine Coast Airport recorded the highest passenger growth of any Australian airport in July, up 18.9 per cent on the same month last year.
That momentum has continued, with more than 458,000 passengers choosing to fly through Sunshine Coast Airport from July to September this year, 17 per cent higher than the same quarter last year.
Sunshine Coast Airport’s chief executive officer, Chris Mills said the increase is a strong vote of confidence in the region.
“It is very rewarding to be Australia’s fastestgrowing airport,” he said.
“The results reflect the strong demand for the Sunshine Coast as a premier destination, and the dedication of our team, airline partners, the tourism industry and the wider community in making it a top choice for travellers.
“Passenger feedback indicates that travelers are choosing the Sunshine Coast not just for leisure, but increasingly for business purposes,” Mr Mills said.
The strong growth comes as the airport commences its $170m Terminal Redevelopment Project, which will expand the domestic departure lounge threefold, and introduce new technology such as self-check-in and automated bag drops.
The federal government’s Bureau of Transport and Infrastructure Research Economic Report - Aviation Statistics is released monthly, with a delay of two months to collect data and provide analysis to the aviation industry.
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The study is being run at Sunshine
Principal investigator Dr Sue Thackwray. (Supplied)
Sunshine Coast Airport welcoming Air New Zealand passengers. (Supplied)
Be alert to koalas and other wildlife on the move. (Supplied)
PUZZLES
To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: each of the nine vertical columns, each of the nine horizontal rows and each of the nine 3 x 3 boxes. Remember, no number
ACROSS
1 Without a fixed address (8)
5 Climb (6)
10 Churlish (5)
11 Emission of energy (9)
12 Hammer (6)
13 Ultra (7)
14 Harsh (8)
15 Plaster artwork (6)
18 Rib (6)
20 Yearbooks (8)
21 Cannabis derivative (7)
24 Desired (6)
27 One of seven children (9)
28 Appropriate (5)
29 Killer (6)
30 Adieu (8)
DOWN
1 Dry fruit outer (4)
2 Citrus preserve (9)
3 Faithful (5)
4 Observation (8)
6 Strew (7)
7 Banish (5)
8 Perilous (9)
9 Lazy (4)
14 Combination into a whole (9)
16 Across the region
17 Variety of hot drink (5,3)
19 Free time (7)
22 Dividing walls (5)
23 Aid (4)
25 Passageway between seats (5)
26 Small duck (4)
2 How many points is the letter Y worth in a game of scrabble?
3 A common dessert component, frangipane is made primarily from what ingredient?
4 CanneryRow is a 1945 novel by which American author?
5 The nicknames ‘Satchmo’, ‘Satch’ and ‘Pops’ belonged to which influential Jazz singer and trumpeter?
7 What spirit is used to make Irish coffee?
8 On February 3, 1959, which three American musicians were killed in a plane crash near Clear Lake, Iowa?
9 In what year did Ireland join the European Union?
10 What was Amy Winehouse's (pictured) last studio recording before her death in 2011?
The Guide
A YEAR AT KYLEMORE ABBEY SBS, Saturday, 8.25pm
If SisterActtaught us anything it’s that there’s nothing more determined than a convent full of nuns focused on a common goal. In the classic 1992 comedy starring Whoopi Goldberg, a group of habitual habit-wearers are tasked with hiding a lounge singer from the mob. In this three-part docuseries, a Benedictine order of nuns transform a crumbling country estate into one of Ireland’s most popular heritage sites. The savvy sisters combine their devout spirituality with a canny commercial sense to make Kylemore Abbey in Connemara a thriving success. They also reflect on their role in modern society and the challenges of attracting new recruits to religious life.
Friday, October 31
Sporty Spice Melanie C really has brought her ’90s “Girl Power” mantra to TheVoice. This year, in a first for the Aussie edition of the competition, it’s an all-female finale as Cassie Henderson, AustralianIdolOG Cle Morgan, Bella Parnell and Alyssa Delpopolo (pictured, from left) take to the stage for three epic numbers, hoping to secure the audience vote and win $100,000 cash, as well as an all-inclusive recording development package. Each will duet with their coach (let’s be honest, singing with a Spice Girl, Richard Marx, Kate Miller-Heidke or Ronan Keating would really be a prize in itself) and feature in a group performance, as well as their solos.
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
KING AND CONQUEROR
SBS, Monday, 8.30pm
The 1066 Battle of Hastings is something we were taught about in school classrooms, but for most of us, this millennium-old historical epic is well, ancient history. This lavish, big-budget eight-episode revives the conflict that shaped England, filling a few blanks in the 20-year story of Harold of Wessex (Grantchester’s James Norton) and William of Normandy (GameofThrones’ Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, pictured). In Monday’s finale, “The Hand of God”, their rivalry reaches an inevitable head, with William and his troops arriving on England’s south coast, and Harold taking what remains of the English forces to meet him. You couldn’t write what happens next.
SEVEN (7)
NINE (8, 9) 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Knowing The Score. (PG, R) 11.00 The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. (Malv, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.
1.00 Mystery Road: Origin. (Final, Malv, R) 1.50 Grand Designs Australia. (R) 2.50 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 3.20 Grand Designs. (R) 4.10 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.55 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.55 QI. (PGs, R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Gardening Australia. Jane Edmanson discovers an urban courtyard.
8.30 Professor T. (Final, Mav) The body of an undercover police officer is discovered in the boot of a car.
9.20 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) Hosted by Tom Gleeson.
9.50 Mother And Son. (Final, PGdl, R) Maggie throws herself a party.
10.20 The Assembly. (Final, l, R)
11.05 ABC Late News.
11.20 Silent Witness. (Malv, R)
12.20 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)
6am Morning Programs. 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 2.05 No Maori Allowed. (Mal, R) 3.00 Nula. 3.30 Living Black: 50 Years Of SBS Indigenous. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Scotland’s Riverwoods. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 The Gunpowder Plot: Countdown To Treason. (PGa, R) 9.15 Lost Treasures Of Egypt: Tutankhamun’s Secret Revolution. (PGa) Looks at Tutankhamun’s influence.
10.10 SBS World News Late.
10.40 Sisi. (MA15+s, R) 11.40 Rogue Heroes. (MA15+v, R) 2.00 Making Sense Of Cancer With Hannah Fry. (Mal, R) 3.05 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. (PGas) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies: Celebrity Specials.
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. Hosted by Johanna Griggs.
8.30 MOVIE: The Bourne Ultimatum. (2007, Mv, R) A former secret agent is once again hunted by the agency that created him. Matt Damon, Julia Stiles, David Strathairn.
1.20 In Plain Sight. (Madv) 2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.
TALKIN’ ‘BOUT YOUR GEN 10, Tuesday, 7.30pm
Saving the best for last, Tuesday’s season finale of this revived comedy game show features a round that is so entertaining it could be the entire format. In “Pop Quiz”, host Anne Edmonds (pictured) allows the teams to research the questions – but with an age-inappropriate hurdle for each to climb over. Cue the reading glasses when Gen X’s Dave Hughes and Lisa McCune look for answers on TikTok; millennials Tommy Little and Luke McGregor take on a vintage computer with Encarta’98installed; and Generation Z’s Anisa Nandaula and Kath Ebbs attempt to navigate a dusty set of EncyclopediaBritannica volumes. Hilarity ensues as the youngsters learn how we lived before the “search” button.
7.30 David Attenborough’s Asia: Tangled Worlds. (PG) Presented by Sir David Attenborough.
8.30 MOVIE: The Meg. (2018, Mv, R) A group of scientists exploring the Marianas Trench encounters a giant shark. Jason Statham, Li Bingbing.
10.40 Race To The Melbourne Cup Carnival. (PGl)
11.40 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R) 12.35 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 Home Shopping. 5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)
6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.30 The Dog House. (PGa) Looks at a flat-coated retriever. 8.30 House Hunters Australia. (R) Primrose and Brendon want to trade their suburban life for a home in Sydney’s Northern Beaches. 9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Ml, R) Celebrity guests include Zoë Saldaña. 10.30 10’s Late News. 10.55 10 News+. (R) 11.55 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)
6am Morning Programs. 8.40 CBC The National. 9.30 BBC News At Six. 10.00 The Movie Show. 11.45 Trainspotting With Francis Bourgeois. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 Mental Illness On Death Row. 1.25 Battleground Texas. 2.15 The Bee Whisperer. 3.05 Bamay. 3.35 WorldWatch. 5.35 If You Are The One. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Women Who Rock. 9.35 Sex Unlimited. 10.30 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 11.25 Homeland. 1.20am The Amityville Horror. 2.10 Night Bloomers. 3.20 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.
7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 8.20 Ariel. 8.45 Andy And The Band. 9.00 Play School. 10.00 Nikhil And Jay. 11.00 PJ Masks. 11.25 Wiggle And Learn. 11.55 Thomas And Friends. 12.55pm Builder Brothers Dream Factory. 2.25 Bea’s Block. 2.50 Gardening Australia Junior. 3.05 Play School. 3.55 Super Monsters. 4.35 Ariel. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 6.50 Room On The Broom. 7.30 The Ghastly Ghoul. 8.00 TBA. 8.25 Hard Quiz Kids. 8.55 Robot Wars. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)
9GEM (81, 92)
6am Morning Programs. Noon Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. 1.00 DVine Living. 1.30 Weekender. 2.00 House Of Wellness. 3.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 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 Renters. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Bargain Hunt. 12.30am Escape To The Country. 1.30 One Road: Great Australian Road Trips. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Animal Rescue. 3.00 Better Homes. 5.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Skippy. 8.00 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Poirot. 1.00 Yes, Prime Minister. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Warlords Of Atlantis. (1978, PG) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Secret Life Of The Auction House. 8.30 To Be Advised. 11.30 Poirot. 12.30am My Favorite Martian. 1.00 Creflo. 1.30 MOVIE: Warlords Of Atlantis. (1978, PG) 3.30 Danger Man. 4.30 Antiques Roadshow. 5.00 The Travelling Auctioneers.
6am The Movie Show. 6.35 Oink. (2022, PGav, Dutch) 8.00 The Movie Show. 8.35 Poms. (2019, PGals) 10.20 Cairo Conspiracy. (2022, Mav, Arabic) 12.35pm The Promise. (2016, Mav) 3.00 The Movie Show. 3.35 The Company. (2003, PGals) 5.40 The Big Steal. (1990, PGls) 7.30 Truth. (2015, Malns) 9.50 The Moogai. (2020) 11.20 The Darkside. (2013, PGadl) 1.05am Doctor Sleep. (2019, MA15+av) 3.40 How To Blow Up A Pipeline. (2022, Madlv) 5.30 The Company. (2003, PGals) 6am Morning Programs. 9.30 Bold. 10.00 Family Feud. 10.30 Ridiculousness. 11.30 Deal
6am Morning Programs. 9.00 NFL Tailgate. 10.00 NFL. NFL. Week 9. Miami Dolphins v Baltimore Ravens. 1.30pm Pawn Stars. 2.30 Nature Gone Wild. 3.00 Timbersports. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 American Pickers. 6.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Hawthorn v North Melbourne. 8.15 Surveillance Oz. 8.45 MOVIE: Terminator: Dark Fate. (2019, MA15+) 11.20 MOVIE: The Thing. (1982, MA15+) 1.40am Surveillance Oz. 3.00 NFL. NFL. Week 8. New Orleans Saints v Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Replay.
9GO! (82, 93)
6am Morning Programs.
11.00 The West Wing. 12.10pm MOVIE: Stalked By A Reality Star. (2018, 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: The Addams Family. (2019, PG) 9.10 MOVIE: Beetlejuice. (1988, M) 11.05 MOVIE: Candyman. (2021, MA15+) 12.50am The Vampire Diaries. 2.35 Supernatural. 3.30 Surfing Aust. 4.00 Barbie: A Touch Of Magic. 4.30 LEGO City Adventures. 4.50 Pet Shop Zombies. 5.10 Booba. 5.30 Late Programs.
Saturday, November 1
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.25 Beyond Paradise. (PG, R) 1.25 Professor T. (Final, Mav, R) 2.15 All Creatures Great And Small. (PG, R) 3.00 Last Night Of The Proms. 4.45 The Assembly. (Final, l, R) 5.30 Landline. (R) 5.55 Australian Story. (R)
6.25 I Was Actually There: The Dismissal. (PG, R) Looks at the dismissal of PM Gough Whitlam.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Beyond Paradise. (PG) A woman is found with an arrow in her back.
8.30 Return To Paradise. (Mv, R) A tense game of lawn bowls turns to chaos when a player is killed on the green in broad daylight.
9.30 Mystery Road: Origin. (Final, Malv, R) The killers are exposed. Jay and Mary are brought closer together.
10.20 The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. (MA15+l, R) Alice travels to the past. 11.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) Music video clips.
6am Children’s Programs. 3.30pm Peter Rabbit. 3.55 Odd Squad. 4.20 Millie Magnificent. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Wiggly Big Day Out. 6.30 Paddington. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 8.00 Kids BBQ Championship. 8.40 Chopped Jnr. 9.20 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.05 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)
NITV (34)
6am Morning Programs.
12.55pm Seasons Of The Wild. 1.45 Nula. 2.15 MOVIE: Another Country. (2015, PG) 3.30 The First Inventors. 4.30 Homesteads. 5.00 Pacific Island Food Revolution. 6.00 Amplify. 6.40 The Other Side. 7.30 Alone Australia. 8.30 MOVIE: Seven. (1995, MA15+) 10.45 Dance Rites 2023. 12.20am Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 10.55 Travel Quest. (PG, R) 11.55 Soccer. Australian Championship. Round 4. Canberra Croatia FC v Avondale FC. 2.00 Soccer. Australian Championship. Round 4. Sydney Olympic FC v South Melbourne FC. 4.30 PBS News. 5.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 5.35 Hitler’s American Battleground. (PGa, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Royal Homes: Gatcombe Park. Looks at Gatcombe Park.
8.25 A Year At Kylemore Abbey. (Premiere) Looks at a year inside Kylemore Abbey, a heritage site in Ireland run by Benedictine nuns.
9.25 Japan: World’s Most Punctual Train: From Tokyo To The Sea Of Japan. (PG, R) Explores Japan’s Shinkansen.
10.20 The Hospital: In The Deep End: Public Vs Private. (Ma, R)
11.25 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Mav, R)
2.55 Growing A Greener World. (R)
4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SBS VICELAND (31)
6am Morning
Programs. 4.05pm The Movie Show. 4.40 WorldWatch. 6.40 Mysteries From Above. 7.35 Impossible Engineering. 8.30 Kate Winslet: A Quest For Authenticity. 9.30 The Idea Of Australia. 10.30 Big Fat Quiz Best Bits: Ultimate Fails. 11.30 Snowpiercer. 1.25am Nothing Compares: Sinead O’Connor. 3.15 Late Programs.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Golden Eagle Day and Brisbane Broncos Derby Raceday. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Creek To Coast.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. (PG) Presented by Chrissie Swan.
8.00 MOVIE: A Few Good Men. (1992, Ml, R) Two lawyers defend a pair of US Marines who have been accused of murdering a fellow serviceman. Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson, Demi Moore. 11.00 MOVIE: The Kingdom. (2007, MA15+av, R) A team of agents tracks down terrorists. Jamie Foxx, Chris Cooper. 1.00 In Plain Sight. (Madv) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 It’s Academic. (R) 5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)
7TWO (72)
6am Morning Programs. Noon The Great Australian Doorstep. 12.30 Animal Rescue. 1.00 Room For Improvement. 1.30 One Road: Great Australian Road Trips. 2.00 Better Homes. 4.30 Harry’s Practice. 5.00 Hornby: A Model Empire. 6.00 Dog Patrol. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 1.30am Late Programs.
10.30 Horse Racing. Melbourne Cup Carnival. Victoria Derby Day. 5.00 9News First At Five.
5.30 Getaway. (PG) The team holidays in Hawaii.
6.00 9News Saturday.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 MOVIE: Speed. (1994, Mlv, R) A fearless LAPD cop is put to the ultimate test after he is trapped on a runaway bus full of passengers. Keanu Reeves, Sandra Bullock.
9.55 MOVIE: The Mod Squad. (1999, Mlsv, R) A trio of juvenile delinquents is recruited by a cop to help infiltrate an underground drug ring. Giovanni Ribisi, Claire Danes. 11.50 Next Stop. (PG) A look at holiday destinations.
12.20 Rugby League. Ashes Tour. Second Test. England v Australia.
2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
(81, 92)
6am Morning Programs. 3pm Rugby League. Men’s Pacific C’ships. Pacific Bowl. Papua New Guinea Kumuls v Fiji Bati. 5.00 Post-Game. 5.15 Melbourne Cup Barrier Draw. (Premiere) 5.30 MOVIE: Kid Galahad. (1962, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. (2011, M) 9.55 MOVIE: Good Luck To You, Leo Grande. (2022, M) 11.55 Late Programs.
(82, 93)
6am Morning Programs. 1pm Soccer. English Premier League. Arsenal v Crystal Palace. Replay. 3.00 Seinfeld. 3.40 Ski Rescue Down Under. 4.40 Hot Wheels. 5.40 MOVIE: The Pink Panther 2. (2009, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey. (2012, M) 11.10 Top 20 Funniest. (Premiere) 12.10am Love Island Games. 2.45 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 1pm Blokesworld. 1.30 Dipper’s Destinations. 2.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Richmond v Gold Coast Suns. 4.00 Deep Water Salvage. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30 MOVIE: Spider-Man: Homecoming. (2017, M) 10.10 MOVIE: Blockers. (2018, MA15+) 12.15am Late Programs.
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Sunday, November 2
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. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 Miriam & Alan: Lost In Scotland And Beyond… (PG, R) 3.15 Long Lost Family. (R) 4.10 The Role Of A Lifetime. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (PG)
6.00 Grand Designs Australia. (R) 7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG) 8.00 Portrait Artist Of The Year. (Premiere) Nine artists compete to create celebrity portraits.
8.55 The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. (Final, Malv) Cheryl and Alice join forces. 9.55 Mother And Son. (Final, PGdl, R) 10.25 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (R) 10.50 MOVIE: My Brother Jack – Part 2. (2001, Mnsv, R) 12.25 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 12.55 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.00 Ask The Doctor. (R) 3.30 The Art Of... (Ml, R) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)
ABC FAMILY (22)
6am Children’s Programs. 2.50pm Wiggle And Learn. 3.05 Play School. 3.35 Isadora Moon. 4.20 Millie Magnificent. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Super Monsters. 6.30 Paddington. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.35 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 8.10 Crongton. 8.35 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.20 Abbott Elementary. 10.00 Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Travel Quest. (PG, R) 12.00 Motor Racing. Hi-Tec Oils Super Series. Round 6. Day 2. 4.00 APAC Weekly. 4.30 PBS Washington Week. 4.55 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 5.00 Plat Du Tour. (R) 5.05 Going Places. (PG, R) 5.35 Hitler’s American Battleground. (PGa, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 JFK: One Day In America: Assassination. (Premiere) 8.30 King And Conqueror. (MA15+v) Harold travels north to confront the Viking threat.
9.20 Dan Snow’s Greatest Discoveries: Atlantis. (R) Dan Snow travels to Greece. 10.15 The Wonders Of Europe. (PG, R) 11.20 Tutankhamun: The Last Exhibition. (PGa, R) 12.45 Europe’s Greatest Train Journeys. (PGaw, R) 3.45 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.45 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.
SBS VICELAND (31)
6am Morning Programs. 2.45pm Jeopardy! 4.50 WorldWatch. 5.50 History’s Greatest Heists With Pierce Brosnan. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 AK47: The Legend Behind The Gun. 9.25 Uncanny. 10.35 The Change. 11.35 Hudson & Rex. 12.25am Forbidden History. 1.20 Secrets Of America’s Shadow Government. 2.10 Late Programs.
SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 12. Collingwood v Brisbane Lions. 2.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 3.00 TBA. 4.10 Motorbike Cops. (PG, R) 4.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Weekender.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 The Voice. (Final, PG)
9.00 AC/DC: The World’s Greatest Rock Band. (M) Looks at AC/ DC through long-lost footage and exclusive interviews with some of the band’s biggest fans.
10.00 24 Hours In Police Custody: What Lies Beneath. (Malv, R) Police receive a call from a young man. 11.00 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: Death In A Heartbeat. (Mav, R)
12.15 The Long Song. (Final, Masv) 1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
7TWO (72)
6am Morning Programs. Noon Escape To The Country. 1.00 The Surgery Ship. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Escape To The Country. 3.30 Hornby: A Model Empire. 4.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 The Marlow Murder Club. 8.30 Vera. 10.30 The Thief, His Wife And The Canoe. 11.30 Heathrow. Midnight Harry’s Practice. 12.30 Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 12.25pm The Report. (2019, Malv) 2.35 The Movie Show. 3.10 The Big Steal. (1990, PGls) 5.00 The Darkside. (2013, PGadl) 6.40 Leap Year. (2010, PGalv) 8.30 To End All Wars. (2001, MA15+av) 10.40 The Last Emperor. (1987, Malv) 1.40am Easy Love. (2019, MA15+adns, German) 3.20 Late Programs. 7MATE (74) 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Artie: Our Tribute To A Legend. 2.40 Stockman’s Strategy. 3.40 The Point. 4.40 Dance Rites 2023. 6.15 Bigger & Blacker:
6am Morning Programs. 1pm Fishing Addiction. 2.00 Football. AFL Women’s. St Kilda v Western Bulldogs. 4.00 Full Custom Garage. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Border Security USA. 6.30 Border Security: Int. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: Jurassic World Dominion. (2022, M) 11.25 MOVIE: Vertical Limit. (2000, M) 2am Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 12.00 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (R) 1.00 Silvia’s Italian Masterclass. 1.30 The Yes Experiment.
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6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Cross Court. 11.30 Drive: Driving Value. 12.00 Rugby League. Women’s Pacific C’ships. Pacific Cup. Round 3. New Zealand Kiwi Ferns v Australia. 2.30 Rugby League. Men’s Pacific C’ship. Pacific Cup. Round 3. New Zealand Kiwi Ferns v Tonga XIII. 5.00 News. 5.30 My Way.
6.00 9News Sunday.
7.00 The Golden Bachelor. (PGls) 8.35 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians. 9.35 9News Late.
10.05 Essex Millionaire Murders. (Mdv) Detectives close in on Luke D’Wit. 11.05 Mobsters. (Madv) 12.00 World’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. (Mv, R) 1.00 Drive: Driving Value. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
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6am Morning Programs. Noon Getaway. 12.30 Avengers. 1.30 MOVIE: I Live In Grosvenor Square. (1945) 3.55 MOVIE: The Cruel Sea. (1953, PG) 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 To Be Advised. 11.00 Major Crimes. Midnight MOVIE: I Live In Grosvenor Square. (1945) 2.20 MOVIE: The Cruel Sea. (1953, PG) 4.55 Avengers.
6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm City-Bay: Adelaide’s Iconic Fun Run. 3.00 Big Rigs Of Oz. 3.30 Project Impossible. 4.30 Young Sheldon. 5.00 Dinner With The Parents. 5.30 MOVIE: The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part. (2019, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: National Lampoon’s European Vacation. (1985, M) 9.25 MOVIE: Be Cool. (2005, M) 11.55 Late Programs.
6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. A couple are desperate to sell their home.
8.30 Ambulance UK. (Mdlm, R) Ambulance crews attend to a woman who has fallen down the stairs and suffered a seizure.
9.30 Gogglebox Australia. (R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows.
10.30 The Gilded Age. (PGa, R) George’s day in court arrives. 11.30 FBI: Most Wanted. (MA15+v, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.
6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Frugal Foodie. (R) 10.30 10 Minute Kitchen. (R) 11.00 4x4 Adventures. (R) 12.00 The Dog Academy. (PGl, R) 1.00 Wheel Of Fortune. (R) 1.30 Basketball. NBL. Round 7. South East Melbourne Phoenix v Perth Wildcats. 3.30 Lingo. (R) 4.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 5.00 News.
6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Gogglebox Australia. (Final) Opinionated viewers discuss TV shows. 8.30 Ghosts Australia. (Premiere, PGhl) A young couple inherit a centuries-old manor that’s haunted by six eclectic ghosts. 9.30 Matlock. (PGal, R) Matty works on a case with Julian. Olympia learns a secret about Julian’s past. 11.30 10 News+. (R) Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 4.15 Long Lost Family. (R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.00 QI. (PG, R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30.
8.00 Australian Story. 8.30 Four Corners. (Final) Investigative journalism program. 9.15 Media Watch. (Mdl)
9.35 Planet America.
10.05 I Was Actually There. (MA15+l, R) 10.40 ABC Late News. 10.55 The Business. (R) 11.10 Creative Types With Virginia Trioli. (Ml, R) 11.40 End Game With Tony Armstrong. (Mal, R) 12.30 Parliament Question Time. 1.30 Grand Designs. (Ml, R) 2.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 3.05 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (PGa, R)
4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
ABC FAMILY (22)
6am Children’s Programs. 2.50pm Gardening Australia Junior. 3.05 Play School. 3.55 Stan Can. 4.10 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.30 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Gladiators UK. 9.35 The Crystal Maze. 10.20 Late Programs.
NITV (34)
6am Morning Programs. 1.40pm The Lake Winnipeg Project. 2.00 Kriol Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 The 77 Percent. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Tales From Zambia. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are?
8.30 Karla Grant Presents. 9.35 MOVIE: We Are Still Here. (2022, M) 11.10 Ochre And Ink. 11.40 Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 12.10 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News Weekend. 1.30 Al Jazeera News Hour. 2.00 The Airport: Back In The Skies. (Ml, R) 2.55 Bollywed. 3.25 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Wild Slovakia With Nigel Marven. (PGaw) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Big Fat Quiz Best Bits: Ultimate Jokes. Hosted by Jimmy Carr.
8.30 King And Conqueror. (Final, Mlv) Harold rides to battle William. William’s army struggles against the Saxon shield wall.
9.30 Sydney’s Super Tunnel: Countdown To Launch. (R)
The project is nearly complete.
10.30 SBS World News Late.
11.00 Conviction: The Case Of Stephen Lawrence. (Mal, R)
11.55 The Man Who Died. (MA15+as, R) 2.35 Curious Traveller. (R) 4.10 Growing A Greener World. (PGa, 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. 3.10pm History’s Crazy Rich Ancients. 3.35 Bamay. 3.55 WorldWatch. 5.50 The Food That Built The World. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Sue Perkins: Into Alaska. 9.25 Buzzcocks. 10.10 Warren’s Vortex. (Premiere) 11.10 Tell Me What You Really Think. 12.10am Everyone Else Burns. 1.10 Late Programs.
SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)
6am Morning Programs. 12.40pm Aspromonte: Land Of The Forgotten. (2019, Malv, Italian) 2.15 Whina. (2022, PGa, Maori, English) 4.20 A River Runs Through It. (1992, PGaln) 6.35 Another Mother’s Son. (2017, PGalsv) 8.30 Stockholm Bloodbath. (2023, MA15+av) 10.40 The Fox. (2022, MA15+a, German, French) 12.55am Late Programs.
SEVEN (7)
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. (PGas) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 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. (PG) Eden is at a loss.
7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel.
9.00 The Rookie. (Mav) When anti-LAPD billboards emerge throughout the city, the team searches for those responsible.
10.00 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. (Mav) A renowned playwright vanishes.
11.00 S.W.A.T. (Mav) Tan finds himself on a one-man mission.
12.00 Girlfriends’ Guide To Divorce. (MA15+s)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
7TWO (72)
6am Morning Programs. Noon The Voice. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Hornby: A Model Empire. 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 Doc Martin. 8.30 Endeavour. 10.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 11.30 Doc Martin. 12.30am Bargain Hunt. 1.30 Late Programs.
7MATE (74)
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6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 The Golden Bachelor. (PGa) Hosted by Samantha Armytage.
8.40 To Be Advised.
9.40 Race To The Melbourne Cup Carnival. (PGl) Looks at the Melbourne Cup Carnival with a preview of Cup Day as the experts try to predict the winner.
10.40 9News Late.
11.10 The Equalizer. (Mv)
12.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.00 Hello SA. (PG)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
2.30 Global Shop. (R)
3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 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 To Be Advised. 8.30 Sam Pang Tonight. (Mals) A weekly tonight show hosted by Sam Pang, featuring a monologue roasting the news of the week. 9.30 Talkin’ ‘Bout Your Gen. (PGls, R) Hosted by Anne Edmonds, with team captains Dave Hughes, Tommy Little and Anisa Nandaula. 10.30 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.55 10 News+. (R) 11.55 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
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6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Poirot. 1.00 MOVIE: Brighton Rock. (1948, PG) 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: The Man Who Finally Died. (1963, PG) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 10.40 Major Crimes. 11.40 Poirot. 1am Late Programs.
9GO! (82, 93)
6am Morning Programs. Noon Pretty Little Liars. 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 Love Island Australia. 9.45 MOVIE: 21 Jump Street. (2012, MA15+) 12.05am Veronica Mars. 1.05 The Vampire Diaries. 3.00 Supernatural. 4.00 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Support Races. Carrera Cup. H’lights. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Crystal Hunters. 8.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 9.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 10.30 Mighty Ships. 11.30 Late Programs.
Tuesday, November 4
ABC TV (2)
SBS (3)
SEVEN (7) 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Aust Story. (R) 10.30 Planet America. (R) 11.00 Whitlam: The Power And The Passion. (Final, PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. (Final, Malv, R) 2.00 Parliament. 2.55 Home Delivery. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (R) 4.15 Long Lost Family. (R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
8.00 I Was Actually There. (Mns) 8.35 End Game With Tony Armstrong. (Final, Ml) Tony Armstrong completes his UK journey.
9.25 The Art Of. (Ml)
9.55 The Assembly. (PG, R)
10.40 Media Watch. (Mdl, R) 10.55 ABC Late News. 11.10 The Business. (R) 11.25 Four Corners. (Final, R) 12.10 Keating: The Interviews. (R) 1.10 Parliament Question Time. 2.10 Grand Designs. (R) 3.00 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 3.45 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
ABC FAMILY (22)
6am Children’s Programs. 2.50pm Gardening Australia Junior. 3.05 Play School. 3.55 Stan Can. 4.10 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.30 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Deadly 60. 9.05 Shark With Steve Backshall. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Late Programs.
NITV (34)
6am Morning Programs. 11.00 The Adriatic Sea. (PG) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 1.55 The Australian Wars. (Mav, R) 3.00 Bollywed. 3.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 New England’s Wildlife Wonders. (PGa) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R) 6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great British Railway Journeys.
8.30 Tell Me What You Really Think: Menopause. (Mal) Looks at how a new generation of women are smashing taboos.
9.25 The Cancer Killers. (Premiere)
10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 The Point. (R) 12.00 Safe Home. (Malv, R) 1.00 The Unusual Suspects. (MA15+l, R) 2.00 London: 2,000 Years Of History. (PG, R) 2.50 Curious Traveller. (R) 4.25 Bamay. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SBS VICELAND (31)
6am Morning Programs. 2.05pm Dreaming Whilst Black. 2.45 MH370: The Lost Flight. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.50 The Food That Built The World. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Hoff Roading. 9.25 Go Back To Where You Came From UK. (Premiere) 10.25 Hoarders. 11.20 Dark Side Of The Ring. (Return) 12.15am Late Programs.
SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) The latest news and views. 12.00 Horse Racing. The Big Dance On Cup Day and Melbourne Cup Raceday. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur.
6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel. 9.10 The Rookie. (Mav) Bradford receives a strange message, launching a larger investigation into the dark web.
10.10 Ron Iddles: The Good Cop: Michelle Buckingham. (Malsv, R) 11.10 Grosse Pointe Garden Society. (Mas) 12.10 MOVIE: A Family’s Secret. (2022, 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 My Kitchen Rules. 1.30 One Road: Great Australian Road Trips. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 Hornby: A Model Empire. 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 Judge John Deed. 10.45 The Yorkshire Vet. 11.45 Late Programs.
7MATE (74) 6am Morning Programs. 1.40pm Songlines On Screen. 2.00 Kriol Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Indian Country Today News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Tales From Zambia. 7.30 The Point. 8.30 Pro Bull Riding USA: World Team Series. 9.30 Hunting Aotearoa. 10.30 MOVIE: What We See. (2023, M) Midnight Late Programs.
(2023, Italian, English) 10.45 The Conference. (2022, Ma, German) 12.45am Late Programs.
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6.00 Today. 9.00 Horse Racing. Melbourne Cup Carnival. Melbourne Cup Day. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG, R) Three contestants go headto-head against a mesmerising machine with one lucky participant playing for the jackpot. 5.30 WIN News.
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo: Elephant Special. (PGm) The Asian elephants go to South Australia.
8.30 Bump. (MA15+dls) Oly and Santi come to the realisation that they are both feeling untethered.
9.50 9News Late.
10.20 Wild Cards. (Mav)
11.20 Black Widow: The Killing Of David Jackson. (Mav, R) 12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 Cross Court. (R) 1.30 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.
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6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Poirot. 1.00 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Sands Of The Desert. (1960) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 The Chelsea Detective. (Return) 10.40 Major Crimes. 11.40 Poirot. 1am Late Programs.
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6am Morning Programs. Noon Pretty Little Liars. 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 Love Island Australia. 9.40 MOVIE: Horrible Bosses. (2011, MA15+) 11.45 Veronica Mars. 12.40am The Vampire Diaries. 2.30 Supernatural. 3.20 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 American Pickers. 12.30pm Pawn Stars. 1.30 Outback Crystal Hunters. 2.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage
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6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Bold. (PG,
6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.30 Talkin’ ‘Bout Your Gen. (Final, PGdls) Hosted by Anne Edmonds. 8.30 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 9.30 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv) The team investigates a series of fires. 10.30 10’s Late News. 10.55 10 News+. (R) 11.55 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
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Wednesday, November 5
ABC TV (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7)
6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Four Corners. (Final, R) 10.55 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 National Press Club Address. 1.35 Media Watch. (Mdl, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 3.30 Grand Designs Revisited. (R) 4.15 Long Lost Family. (R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.00 QI. (PG, R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30.
8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG)
8.30 Crime Night! (Premiere, PG)
Hosted by Julia Zemiro.
9.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) Hosted by comedian Adam Hills.
9.30 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee (NZ) (PG, R) Presented by Guy Montgomery. 10.15 If You’re Listening. (R)
10.35 ABC Late News. 10.50 The Business. (R) 11.05 Planet America. (R) 11.40 You Can’t Ask That. (MA15+n, R) 12.10 Parliament Question Time. 1.10 Grand Designs Revisited. (R) 2.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
ABC FAMILY (22)
6am Children’s Programs. 3.05pm Play School. 3.55 Stan Can. 4.10 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.30 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 TBA. 9.20 Teen Titans Go! 9.55 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 10.15 Late Programs.
NITV (34)
6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Nganampa Anwernekenhe. 2.00 Kriol Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Tales From Zambia. 7.30 Chatham Islanders. 8.30 MOVIE: Bordertown. (2007) 10.30 Mpartntwe: Sacred Sites. 11.00 Little Towns, Big Voices. 11.30 Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 11.00 The Adriatic Sea. (PGaw) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Tell Me What You Really Think. (Mal, R) 3.00 Going Places. (PGa, R) 3.30 Plat Du Tour. (PG, R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Incredible Canals. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 The Idea Of Australia: Creative Nation. (Final, PG) Looks at how creativity shaped the nation.
8.30 JFK: The Home Movie That Changed The World. (Mav, R) The assassination of JFK and the importance of the 8mm film that captured the tragedy are explored.
9.30 No Hamburg, No Beatles. (Mdns, R) The story of The Beatles.
10.30 SBS World News Late.
11.00 I Am Scrooge. (Mals) 12.00 This Town. (MA15+dl, R) 2.15 London: 2,000 Years Of History. (PG, R) 3.05 Curious Traveller. (R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SBS VICELAND (31)
6am Morning
Programs. 1.40pm If You Are The One. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.45 The Food That Built The World. 6.35 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 9.20 MOVIE: A Midnight Clear. (1992, MA15+) 11.20 MOVIE: Sweet November. (2001, M) 1.35am WWE Legends. 3.10 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.
SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)
6am Morning Programs. Noon The Longest Week. (2014, Mas) 1.35 A River Runs Through It. (1992, PGaln) 3.50 Another Mother’s Son. (2017, PGalsv) 5.45 All Quiet On The Western Front. (1979, PGav) 8.30 Hamburger Hill. (1987, MA15+lv) 10.30 Thirst. (2009, MA15+hlsv, Korean, English) 1am Late Programs.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. (PG) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 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)
7.30 RFDS. (Ma) Wayne attends his clinic’s fundraiser.
8.30 Off The Grid With Colin And Manu. (Mal) The guys return to Auckland, where they experience the traditional method of cooking a hangi.
9.30 House Of Wellness. (PG) Experts share advice on living well.
10.30 Chicago Fire. (Mav)
11.30 The Amazing Race. (PG) 1.00 Imposters. (Madlsv, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
7TWO (72)
6am Morning Programs. Noon My Kitchen Rules. 1.30 One Road: Great Australian Road Trips. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 House Of Wellness. 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 Inspector George Gently. 10.45 Air Crash Inv. 11.45 Late Programs.
7MATE (74)
6am Morning Programs.
12.30pm Pawn Stars. 1.30 Outback Truckers. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 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 Live PD: Police Patrol. Midnight Late Programs.
Thursday, November 6
ABC TV (2)
SBS (3)
SEVEN (7) 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 I Was Actually There. (Mns, R) 10.30 End Game With Tony Armstrong. (Final, Ml, R) 11.25 Crime Night! (PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Silent Witness. (Malv, R) 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Home Delivery. (R) 3.25 Grand Designs Revisited. (PG, R) 4.15 Long Lost Family. (R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
7.30 7.30. 8.00 Grand Designs Australia: Dover Heights. An architect transforms his childhood home. 9.00 Long Lost Family. Hosted by Davina McCall and Nicky Campbell.
9.45 Portrait Artist Of The Year. (R) 10.35 ABC Late News. 10.50 The Business. (R) 11.10 Grand Designs Revisited. (PG, R) 11.55 Parliament Question Time. 1.00 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
6am Children’s Programs. 3.30pm Wiggle And Learn. 3.55 Stan Can. 4.10 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.30 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.20 Amazing Animal Friends. 10.10 Late Programs.
NITV (34)
6am Morning Programs. Noon MOVIE: Bordertown. (2007) 2.00 Kriol Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Te Ao With Moana. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Tales From Zambia. 7.30 Going Places. 8.30 Moni. 9.40 MOVIE: The Town. (2010, MA15+) Midnight Cultural Connections Immersion Festival. 1.00 Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 10.10
Confucius Was A Foodie. (R) 11.00 The Adriatic Sea. (PGaw) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 The Idea Of Australia. (PG, R) 3.00 Going Places. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 The Mystery Of The Nazca Lines. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Eva Longoria: Searching For Spain. (PGl) 8.25 From That Small Island: The Irish Story: Contested Identities – The Coming Of The English. A snapshot of Europe in the year 1000. 9.25 Blue Lights.
10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 Davos 1917. (Mav) 11.55 The Shelter. (MA15+v, R) 2.15 London: 2,000 Years Of History. (PG, R) 3.05 Birdsville Or Bust: Untold Australia. (Ml, R) 4.05 Curious Traveller. (R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SBS VICELAND (31)
6am Morning Programs. 11.45 DW The Day. 12.25pm The Late Session. 2.25 Bamay. 2.55 Insight. 4.00 WorldWatch. 6.00 Our Medicine. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 The Curse Of Oak Island. 10.10 The UnXplained. 11.00 Kabul. 1am Homicide. 1.55 Conversations. 2.30 Somewhere Boy. 3.00 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.
SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)
6am Morning Programs. 12.25pm 20,000 Species Of Bees. (2023, Maln, Spanish, Basque, French) 2.45 The Emperor’s Club. (2002, PGlns) 4.45 Dean Spanley. (2008, PG) 6.40 Spitfire. (2018, PGa) 8.30 Platoon. (1986, MA15+alv) 10.45 Only The Brave. (2017, Mals) 1.15am Hamburger Hill. (1987, MA15+lv) 3.15 Late Programs.
(8, 9)
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Golden Bachelor. (PGa, R) 1.00 Great Australian Detour. (R) 1.30 My Way. (R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News.
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Budget Battlers. (PGl) Hosted by Jess Eva and Norm Hogan.
8.40 Australian Crime Stories: The Investigators: Unmasking A Monster. (MA15+asv) Revisits one of Australia’s most haunting cold cases, the 1970 abduction and murder of sisters Judith and Susan MacKay.
9.50 The Grand Tour. (Ml) Jeremy Clarkson heads to Sweden.
11.05 9News Late.
11.35 Resident Alien. (Mas)
12.25 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.15 My Way. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
(5, 1)
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.
(81, 92)
6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Poirot. 1.00 The Chelsea Detective. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Carry On Cleo. (1964, PG) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 TBA. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.50 Major Crimes. 11.50 Poirot. 1am Creflo. 1.30 Late Programs.
(82, 93)
6am Morning Programs. Noon Pretty Little Liars. 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 Love Island Australia. 9.45 MOVIE: The Heat. (2013, MA15+) 12.10am Veronica Mars. 1.10 The Vampire Diaries. 3.05 Supernatural. 4.00 Late Programs.
7.30 The Celebrity Traitors UK. (PGa) Hosted by Claudia Winkleman. 8.50 Jamie’s Air-Fryer Meals. (R) Jamie Oliver demonstrates how to prepare dishes for a range of occasions using an air-fryer. 9.50 The Gilded Age. (Final, PGa) Ada and Aurora rush to stop Marian from making a major life decision. 11.10 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.35 10 News+. (R) 12.35 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. (PG) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 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 Jim Jefferies And Friends. (MA15+ls) Jim Jefferies gives his opinion on tattoos. Featuring Georgie Carroll, Chris Wainhouse and Jason John Whitehead.
9.30 First Dates UK. (PGa) Singes experience the thrills of dating.
10.30 Australia’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. (MA15+av, R) 11.30 Gatecrashers.
12.30 Life. (Malsv, R) 1.30 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 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. 1.10 Late Programs.
7MATE (74)
6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Pawn Stars. 1.30 Highway Patrol. 2.30 The Force: BTL. 3.00 Talking W. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Family Guy. 8.00 American Dad! 9.30 MOVIE: Billy Madison. (1995, M) 11.30 It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia. Midnight Late Programs.
(8, 9)
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) A mix of topical issues. 11.30 Horse Racing. Melbourne Cup Carnival. Oaks Day. 5.00 Tipping Point Australia. (PG, R) Hosted by Todd Woodbridge. 5.30 WIN News.
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 RBT. (Mdl, R) Follows the activities of police units.
8.30 RPA: Farmer Mark. (PGm, R) A farmer suffers a brain aneurysm. One of the show’s production staff presents with a heart arrhythmia.
9.30 A+E After Dark. (Malm, R) A patient behaves aggressively.
10.30 9News Late.
11.00 Chicago Med. (MA15+av)
11.50 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 12.40 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (Mls, R) 1.30 Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
(81, 92)
6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Poirot. 1.00 Midsomer Murders. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Brothers In Law. (1957) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Clarkson’s Farm. 8.30 MOVIE: Analyze This. (1999, MA15+) 10.35 Major Crimes. 11.35 Poirot. 12.45am Late Programs.
(82, 93)
6am Morning Programs. Noon Pretty Little Liars. 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 Survivor 49. 9.00 Love Island Australia. 10.15 MOVIE: The House. (2017, MA15+) Midnight Veronica Mars. 1.00 The Vampire Diaries. 3.00 Supernatural. 4.00 Late Programs.
6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.30 The Celebrity Traitors UK. (Ml) Hosted by Claudia Winkleman. 8.55 Gogglebox Australia. (R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 10.25 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.50 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) 11.45 10 News+. (R) 12.40 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
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Outback Music Festivals
THE Australian Outback will sing again in 2026 with the return of two iconic camping-based music festivals, The Big Red Bash which is renowned as the world’s most remote music event, and Australia’s Biggest Outback Music Festival the Mundi Mundi Bash.
Each features three days of music and unique outback entertainment - from world record attempts and charity fun runs to camel rides, comedy and outdoor film nights.
The Birdsville Big Red Bash will return to the Simpson Desert across July 7-9 next year, while the Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash will return to the Mundi Mundi Plains across August 20-22 with both blockbuster Outback music events putting tickets on-sale this week.
The 2026 festival line-ups are a roll call of Australian music royalty with Missy Higgins (Big Red Bash only), The Teskey Brothers, Hoodoo Gurus (Big Red Bash only), Jon Stevens (Mundi Mundi Bash only), John Butler (Mundi Mundi Bash only), The Living End (Big Red Bash only), Birds of Tokyo (Big Red Bash only), Jessica Mauboy and other legendary acts set to hit two of the most extraordinary stages on earth.
THE FULL EVENT LINE-UPS INCLUDE: Birdsville Big Red Bash: Missy Higgins, Hoodoo Gurus, The Teskey Brothers, The Living End, Birds of Tokyo, Jessica Mauboy, Shannon Noll, Kate Ceberano, The Whitlams, Tim Finn, Troy CassarDaley, Chocolate Starfish, Ross Wilson, Furnace and the Fundamentals, ‘50 Years of Fleetwood Mac’, Shane Howard, Wes Carr, Jem Cassar-Daley, Tom Busby and Gypsy Lee.
The 2026 event will see Gypsy Lee join her mother and Bash regular Kate Ceberano for the first time in Birdsville, while Jem Cassar-Daley will also join her father Troy at the event for another familial moment on the edge of the Simpson Desert.
Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash: The Teskey Brothers, Jon Stevens, John Butler, Boy & Bear, Baby Animals, Jessica Mauboy, The Whitlams, Leo Sayer, Tim Finn, Richard Clapton, Troy Cassar-Daley, Chocolate Starfish, Furnace and the Fundamentals, Wendy Matthews, The Radiators, Shane Howard, Fanny Lumsden, ‘50 Years of Fleetwood Mac’, Hot Potato Band, Tom Busby and Wes Carr.
Greg Donovan, Bash event founder/owner and Managing Director of the Outback Music Festival Group who stage both events said 2026 marks a joyful return to form.
“We’re stoked to be bringing back the full Birdsville Big Red Bash after taking a breather this year,” he said.
“Our team are recharged and ready to give festival-goers an unforgettable outback adventure. Tickets are already selling fast, we’re so grateful for the ongoing support of our festival goers.
“After the first hour of on sale tickets are already 40 per cent sold for the Big Red Bash and we’re hoping for an equally great response when the Mundi Mundi Bash tickets go on-sale.”
For Donovan, the Bash festivals are about
more than music - they’re about moments.
“Watching families dance in the shadow of the 40-metre-high Big Red sand dune as the sun sets behind it, or seeing thousands on the Mundi Mundi Plains under that endless sky with the Barrier Ranges behind them is pure magic,” he said.
Missy Higgins is looking forward to headlining the Big Red Bash’s return.
“My band and I absolutely love playing in the desert for The Big Red Bash,” she said.
“Surrounded by giant sand dunes and people having travelled miles in their dusty caravans to get there… it’s so unique and so Australian. There is an incredible line-up set for 2026 and we’re all thrilled to be invited back to play again.”
Meanwhile, The Teskey Brothers are eager to make their Bash debut.
“We’ve heard a lot about these desert shows from our friends and we can’t wait to get out there in the red dust and see what it’s all about,” Josh Teskey added.
“Very excited for these shows.”
The 2026 edition of the Big Red Bash will also mark the return of crowd favourites Hoodoo Gurus.
“We’re psyched to be making a return visit to The Big Red Bash next year,” frontman Dave Faulkner said.
“Our first-and only-time there in 2023 was one of the most memorable gigs of our lives. What an insane idea: gather a motley crew of merry misfits and savvy self-starters and headout to the backof-beyond to enjoy a few days of music, mirth and merriment?! Whoever thought of that is a genius because it was amazing and I can’t wait to experience it again.”
Event organisers are working on a new activity to replace the world-record breaking Nutbush dance-offs at both Bash events with further announcements to come.
Both events are all-ages, dog-friendly and BYO and offer a rare kind of freedom where thousands
Kicking up some fun and dust at Mundi Mundi.
of campers share songs, stories and sunrise views that stretch on forever. Heavily reduced ticket prices for kids under 18-years-old are available. The festivals offer up uniquely Australian destination adventures for families, grey nomads, camping and caravanning enthusiasts and intrepid travelers alike with around 10,000 expected to converge on Big Red outside of Birdsville and close to 15,000 on the Mundi Mundi Plains.
More information head to: www.bigredbash.com.au and www.mundimundibash.com.au.
The Hoodoo Gurus on stage at Mundi Mundi.
The Nutbush World record from the air. Preparing for the festival.
Heading out to Birdsville for the Bash. (Matt Williams)
Enjoying the outback serenity.
Come Grazing the Granite Belt
There’s no better time to visit Queensland’s premier wine region than spring, when the vineyards are bursting with new life setting the perfect scene for a weekend of indulgence.
Grazing the Granite Belt – Spring, held on 22–23 November 2025, just three hours from Brisbane, invites visitors to sip, savour and stroll their way through Granite Belt Wine Country’s boutique wineries, local produce and blossoming landscapes. Across two delicious days, attendees will journey between 12 local venues, each serving up seasonal tasting plates paired perfectly with Granite Belt wines.
The event’s Saturday hop-on, hop-off bus connects cellar doors from Ballandean to Stanthorpe, so attendees can focus on the flavours, not the driving. Sunday slows down with a relaxed brunch at one of the region’s favourite foodie stops, rounding off the weekend on a high note.
This spring’s line-up features iconic names such as Ballandean Estate Wines and Ridgemill Estate, alongside rising favourites like The Church: Local Wine Project, Art of Krupinski, and Flame Hill Vineyard. Each menu celebrates the diversity of the winemakers and their heritage, from Polish to Spanish, Italian to Indonesian and more, showcasing Granite Belt produce with global flair.
So how does it work? Each attendee receives food and drink vouchers, giving them the freedom to design their own grazing adventure. Every participating winery offers appetiser-sized dishes with suggested wine pairings, and with multiple buses circulating throughout the day, it’s the perfect way to taste, explore and discover at the visitor’s own pace.
Whether planning a girls’ getaway filled with wine, laughter and long chats under the vines,
or a romantic escape with someone special, Grazing the Granite Belt is the perfect mix of indulgence and adventure. Boutique stays, spring wildflowers and star-filled skies set the mood for a truly memorable weekend in Granite Belt Wine Country.
Tickets on sale now: https://granitebeltwinecountry.com.au/grazing/
Saturday Venues: Art of Krupinski, Balancing Heart Vineyard, Ballandean Estate Wines, Bent Road Winery and Distillery, Flame Hill Vineyard, Jester Hill, Ridgemill Estate, The Church: Local Wine Project, View Wine.
Sunday Venues: Jamworks Gourmet Foods, Suttons Juice Factory and Cafe, Vincenzo’s Cafe and Deli.
Grazing and lazing on a sunny spring day.
Hope on and off the bus touring the region.
Enjoying a wine in the sun.
Take your friends on an adventure to the Granite Belt.
Food amongst the vines. (Supplied)
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Full day Barossa Valley tour with lunch and wine tastings including:
Saltram wine estate, lunch and wine tasting at Lambert Estate, visit to Barossa Valley Chocolate Company, photo stop at Menglers Hill Lookout, vineyard tour & wine tasting at Jacob’s Creek visitor centre, stop at Beerenberg Farm, and free time in Hahndorf to explore the historic German settlement
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2 day Kangaroo Island tour including: Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery, Clifford’s Honey Farm, In-Flight Birds of Prey Display at Raptor Domain, Seal Bay Conservation Park guided beach walk, lunch at Emu Bay Lavender Farm, Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park, and Flinders Chase National Park All Flights, Taxes & Transfers
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Countdown is on for festival
The countdown is on for the highly anticipated 12th annual Maleny Music Festival this November.
This year’s event promises to be an unforgettable experience for the whole family, especially the little ones.
With a dedicated children’s area called The Hub, kids can enjoy three full days of music, creativity, and hands-on activities, all while soaking up the vibrant atmosphere of this muchloved festival. Plus, entry is free for children under 12!
THE HUB is packed with a wide range of activities designed to keep the youngest festivalgoers entertained, engaged, and inspired throughout the weekend. From interactive per-
Katie Noonan
Join five time ARIA Award winning artist Katie Noonan for what will be a super special “listening party” of her latest songs on Sunday 16 November at The Presynct, Nambour.
The songs will be officially released on Katie’s 30th studio album ‘alone but all one’ in early 2026.
The album is an intimate and poignant exploration of love in all its stages and features Katie’s first songwriting collaboration with acclaimed writer Trent Dalton.
“In late 2024, I found myself at the end of a life chapter after a long and deeply committed marriage,” Katie said.
“The separation was a profound emotional event, not marked by anger or dramatic rupture, but by a quiet, painful shift in identity, as someone whose entire adult life had been shared in partnership – as a wife, mother, collaborator. The sudden stillness left behind was very confronting and strange.
Katie said ‘alone but all one’ is her attempt to sit with that stillness - to honour it, explore it, and ultimately transform it.
“The project comes from a place of vulnerability and deep artistic clarity. It is not about naming or shaming – it is not a reckoning or a public unravelling. It is about what happens quietly, after the noise. About the moments where we ask ourselves: Who am I now, and how do I live from here?” she said.
“This body of work is designed not to offload, but to offer,” Katie said.
“I’ve noticed some of the most meaningful
formances and storytelling to games, arts and crafts, and even lantern-making, there’s something for every child to enjoy.
Festival director Rachel Clarke said she’s excited about the family-friendly focus of this year’s event.
“The Maleny Music Festival is the perfect size for children, small enough to easily explore, but full of exciting variety and music. It’s a community-focused event where families can enjoy music and activities together, and parents can relax knowing their kids are having fun in a safe, welcoming environment.”
In THE HUB, families will be treated to a fantastic lineup of performers, including Frank & Meryn of The Pretzel Poem Project, Niq Reef-
man, and Hoozatt?
Kids in Action will take the stage on Sunday, featuring schoolchildren from across the region performing an original song about the environment. This initiative is part of Sunshine Coast Council’s award-winning environmental education program, Kids in Action.
The Friday Night Youth Showcase will spotlight emerging talent, with every performer under 18 (including the host). The lineup includes Beerwah High School Stage Band, Fin Zerner, Grace Alexander, Gus Joyce, Henry Catania, Jamayah, Maleny High School, Rudi Dulake, and Phoebe Rose.
With free entry for kids under 12 and halfprice tickets for teens, the Maleny Music Festival
audience moments have come when people feel what I’ve put into song is something they’ve lived but haven’t spoken aloud. That sense of shared experience is incredibly powerful.
Serendipitously earlier this year, Katie’s friend author/journalist Trent Dalton gifted her 156 pages of unpublished lyrics to dream with.
“This has resulted in a new song cycle ‘Just for Dreaming’ for my a cappella vocal quartet AVÉ Australian Vocal Ensemble, but I also felt myself drawn to some of Trent’s lyrics about the joy and wonder of new love, and his words gifted me succour in my darkest lonely hours,” she said.
“In this spirit of shared experience, half the album I wrote solo and the other half I wrote with dear Trent’s words, as it honours the birth of love, while I reflect the reimagined love after divorce.
“This album is for anyone who’s gone through a life shift – not just separation, but grief, uncertainty, or quiet reinvention. It’s music for sitting with things. For remembering we’re not alone, even in solitude. It’s personal, but I hope it will resonate in a way that becomes collective,” Katie said.
‘Alone but all one’ is a quiet turning inward – a return to something essential. Musically it is very stripped back – just Katie, her piano and a string
offers outstanding value for families. Alongside the children’s activities, there’ll be live music, delicious food, market stalls, and more ensuring a great time for everyone.
The Maleny Music Festival runs from 7–9 November 2025 at the Maleny Showgrounds, nestled in the picturesque Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy three days of family fun, music, and creativity.
Day tickets on sale now!
Maleny Music Festival 2025
• 7–9 November 2025
• Maleny, QLD
Visit their website for tickets and more details.
quartet, recorded live in her lounge room on Gubbi Gubbi Country in the hills behind Nambour.
It feels like a deep breath before the next chapter. The creative intention is clear: to honour this moment, share it with care, and trust that others will feel themselves in it too.
The 16 November listening party will see two intimate concerts – at 2pm and 5pm. Katie will be accompanied by the River Suite String Quartet and supported by songbird Alys Ffion.
• TICKETS: $50 seated, $40 standing and $30 under 18 through thepresynct.com.au
Katie Noonan.
Five time ARIA Award winning artist Katie Noonan. (Supplied)
Sunday afternoon activities include tug-of-war. (Supplied)
Kids can enjoy three full days of music and creativity.
A landmark year
2025 has been a landmark year for Ziggy Alberts.
He kicked off the year with his seventh studio album ‘New Love’, a record that has since amassed over 30 million streams in its first six months.
He hit the road with a 105-date world tourselling out esteemed venues across Europe and North America, including a sold-out Royal Albert Hall in London just last night.
To top it off, he’s coming home to close out the year with a final run of capital city shows - including his first arena performance at Melbourne’s Margaret Court Arena.
He now returns with ‘Cyclones’ - an energetic, sun-soaked single destined to soundtrack the summer.
Blending Ziggy’s signature lyrical vulnerability with a more atmospheric folk-pop sound, ‘Cyclones’ is both an earworm and an evolution in his sound, marking continued growth from acoustic storyteller to genre-blending craftsman.
On the songwriting process, Ziggy said, “This song first landed on my lap in Fiji on a surf trip in 2024.”
“I raced back from coffee, and managed to catch it then and there. It’s so easy to blame the weather for our own stormy lives. I know I do it all the time. It’s looking back and seeing old habits still being true. And thinking that, it doesn’t matter if things weren’t going to last forever, it’s just asking myself - did I really do enough? Or did I just walk away like I always do?
“It’s about being attracted to chaos, like a moth to a flame; you know it’s a mess in the making but you can’t help it sometimes.”
His upcoming Homecoming tour will see Ziggy hitting some of the biggest stages of his career in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne later next month, including his first ever arena show at Margaret Court Arena.
Cyclones doesn’t just close out a record year
- it’s a signal of what’s to come: bolder production, deeper songwriting, and the same uncompromising independence that’s powered Ziggy
journey from busking street corners to the world stage.
is out now on streaming platforms.
To celebrate Probus month this year, the four Noosa Probus Clubs joined forces for a picnic by the Noosa river, said Anne Oxley, the immediate past president of the Noosa Combined Probus Club which celebrates its 25th Anniversary next year.
Anne and her husband Tony are long time Noosa residents and past presidents of Noosa Rotary. It was during Tony’s time as president of Rotary, that all four Noosa Probus Clubs were inaugurated.
Probus was founded by a group of Rotarians in England. They were all in very busy jobs, not looking forward to their pending retirements and at a loss as to how they would manage to fill their days. Probus Clubs were created to assist retirees to ease into retirement whilst enjoying the camaraderie of like minded people. Picnics, BBQs, golf days, bowls, darts, billiards, theatre outings, luncheons, cards, mah-jong and rummikub are just some of the activities available to Probus members.
“Probus is all about fun and friendship”, Anne said. “Our Rotarian founders offer their services to local community organisations and are responsible for raising funds, whereas Probus is all about fun and friendship in retirement. We are a not for profit organisation and do not raise money for worthy causes.
Probus Clubs meet monthly and usually have an interesting guest speaker to either entertain or inform members on issues of importance to the aging population. We are here to make sure retirees are not left sitting at home all day by themselves and becoming depressed.
For more information phone the Probus Association of Queensland on 0477 000 645 and they will direct your enquiry to the nearest club, best suited to your needs.
Alberts’
Cyclones
Sunshine Coast artist Ziggy Alberts. (Supplied)
Finnish finish to the year
Noosa Orchestra brings its 2025 concert season to a thrilling conclusion with A Finnish Finish to the Year — a program brimming with colour, drama and virtuosic brilliance.
Led by conductor Antoni Bonetti, the orchestra and ensembles will perform a rich and evocative program featuring works by Sibelius, Sarasate, Mahler, Borodin, Mendelssohn and Grainger with internationally acclaimed violinist and conductor Daniel Kossov as soloist.
Daniel has performed in many of the world’s foremost concert halls including the Theâtre des Champs Elysees (Paris), Carnegie Hall (New York), Musikverein (Vienna) and Wigmore Hall (London).
A graduate of the Curtis Institute of Music (Philadelphia) and the Guildhall School of Music (London), Daniel moved to Australia at age 23 to become Leader of the West Australian Symphony Orchestra. He has since appeared with the Melbourne, Tasmanian and Queensland Symphony Orchestras and was awarded the Centenary Medal for Service to Australian Society and the Advancement of Music.
Daniel will perform two violin solos: Finnish composer Jean Sibelius’ Violin Concerto in D minor, Op. 47 and Pablo de Sarasate’s Carmen Fantasy.
Sibelius’s only concerto remains one of the most emotionally intense and technically demanding works in the violin repertoire. This evocative piece captures the brooding Nordic spirit.
Based on Bizet’s beloved opera, Sarasate’s Carmen Fantasy is a dazzling showcase of violin virtuosity. Expect fiery Spanish rhythms, lyrical charm and a finale of breathtaking flair.
“The Sibelius is a rich, powerful and intense work, which requires a very passionate and direct sound, as well as being able to project through the complex and interesting orchestration,” Daniel said.
“The Carmen is much lighter, charming and nimble music where the soloist is tasked with playing many, many notes very fast, up and down the fiddle, while staying true to the original operatic material.
“The audience will enjoy the stark difference between these works as well as observing the full range, technical and musical, of what is possible on the violin.”
Conductor Antoni Bonetti said these pieces were very challenging for the violin soloist.
“Carmen is Sarasate’s clever arrangement of the most well-known movements from the Bizet’s Opera “Carmen”,” Antoni said. “The violinist needs to fly and run in the Sarasate; and be very expressive in the Sibelius.”
This farewell to 2025 is the largest gathering of musicians Noosa Orchestra has assembled.
The concert is on Sunday 16 November at 2.30pm at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Hall (Noosaville)
Tickets from trybooking.com - adults $40, students (18+) $15, school age $10 or $45 at the door (cash only).
For more information visit: noosaorchestra.com.
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Daniel Kossov. (Supplied)
Saving the Sun Bears
Award-winning author (and avid traveller) Dr Sarah Pye met Malaysian ecologist Dr Wong Siew Te in 2012. She asked what she could do to help him save the rainforest. He replied, “do what you do best”. Those five powerful words sparked a Doctor of Creative Arts degree, Wong’s biography (Saving Sun Bears), an enduring friendship and much more,
On 14 November at Friday Environment Forum, Sarah will lead an engaging forum on the plight of the sun bears. Come along to learn about the importance of the tropical rainforest through Sarah’s multimedia presentation which uses the species of sun bears to delve into environmental challenges like poaching, the illegal pet trade and habitat loss. Discover how one man is making a difference against the extinction clock and learn ways you can be part of the solution, not the problem.
Sarah is the author of a growing number of middle-grade children’s books about crazy critters, most featuring Dr Wong. Her latest book is “Curious Kai asks Why” which features some of our own young wildlife heroes. Sarah will have her books for sale at the forum with credit card being accepted.
Everyone is welcome to Friday Environment Forum on 14 November at the Noosa Parks Association Environment Centre, 5 Wallace Drive, Noosaville which starts at 10:30am with morning tea available from 1010.25am. Entry is $5 by ‘tap & go’ at the door which includes morning tea/coffee.
Join the bird observers at 8.30am in the carpark for interpretive birding.
For more info: Friday Environment ForumNoosa Parks Association Inc.
Saving Sun Bears by Dr Sarah Pye.
Dr Sarah Pye. (Supplied)
Rubbish Removal
Proposed Development
Where: 64 Lake Macdonald Dr Cooroy Qld 4563 On: Lot 2 (part) SP 348613
Approvalsought: Development Permit for Material Change of Use Application ref: MCU25/0118
Proposed Development
Make a submission from 3 November to 24 November 2025
Indoor Sport and Recreation (5 individual tenancies not greater than 400m2)
Where: 26 Eenie Creek Road, Noosaville Qld 4566
On: Lot 22 on SP322201
Approval sought: Development Permit for Material Change of Use
Application ref: MCU25/0119
You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to: Noosa Council PO Box 141, Tewantin Qld 4565 mail@noosa.qld.gov.au (07) 5329 6500 www.noosa.qld.gov.au
You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to: Noosa Council PO Box 141 Tewantin QLD 4565 mail@noosa.qld.gov.au (07) 5329 6500 www.noosa.qld.gov.au
Written submissions may be made electronically; and electronic submissions are to be sent to mail@noosa.qld.gov.au, and all submissions, including individual submitter’s particulars, will be published on Council’s website (Online Services) and therefore will be accessible to internet search engines.
Written submissions may be made electronically; and electronic submissions are to be sent to mail@noosa.qld.gov.au. All submissions, including individual submitter’s particulars, will be published on Council’s website (Online Services) and therefore will be accessible to internet search engines
Public notification requirements are in accordance with the Planning Act 2016 www.developmentsigns.com.au
Public notification requirements are in accordance with the Planning Act 2016
Take a walk in rainforest
Noosa Botanic Gardens is truly a thing of beauty now, at the height of spring.
And the Friends of Noosa Botanic Gardens want to take you on a journey to appreciate it, before summer starts to take its toll.
The Friends have chosen ‘Rainforest Ramble’ as the title for the next Guided Walk, happening on Sunday 2 November from 8.30am.
Witness a riot of colour while enjoying the shade of the trees, and some of the more unique rainforest features, such as the Itchy Bomb Tree, which could do more than tickle your fancy. Best not to touch as its seed capsules can leave you with itch skin irritations.
The one-hour walk will also take you where
From singing and bush care to service clubs and art, there is a wide variety of groups in Noosa.
The QCWA Tewantin Noosa Branch’s next Street Stall is being held on Thursday 13 November from 8-10.30am, unless sold out earlier. Proceeds will support OzHarvest Sunshine Coast. The Branch welcomes new members. Come along to our weekly socialcraftandhobbiesgroup,theDIYDivas,heldeach 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. Find us at the QCWA Hall, 123 Poinciana Avenue, next to the Tewantin Post Office. Call Robyn on 0428 385 747 if you require further information.
ORCHID SOCIETY
Noosa District Orchid & Foliage Society welcomes visitors and members to its monthly Saturday meeting and AGM, 1 November, at 12pm for socialising andplantsales,withmeetingfrom1pm,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.
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you just may hear the haunting call of the Wompoo Pigeon, among many other songs from the rainforest’s natural soundtrack.
Noosa Botanic Gardens are located on Lake Macdonald Drive, about 4km from central Cooroy.
Best to bring comfortable shoes, a hat and some insect repellant with you.
Oh, and a reminder for all Gardens supporters that the closing date for submissions to the draft of the Master Plan for the Future of Noosa Botanic Gardens is Frida 7, November.
For more information visit noosabotanicgardensfriends.com or Facebook/noosabotanicgardensfriends.
HERE’S A NOVEL IDEA
So you want to write a best-seller? Or perhaps you’ve had the idea of a story rattling around your brain forever, and now’s the time to write it.
Well, if that’s the case, bring your novel ideas or part-written fiction and join us at Noosa Novelists.
We have a few vacant places available at our meetings on Monday mornings at Wallace House, Noosa, when we read and comment on pre-emailed chaptersofeachother’swork,offeringideasandsuggestions in friendly discussion to help develop our stories.
Between us we’ve had a fair amount of our work published, but we’re still learning all the time. We’re passionate about our writing, and work together as a mutual self-help group.
If interested, please email Noosa Shire Arts and Craftsatcreate@noosaartsandcrafts.org.auandhead it ‘Novelists enquiry.’ Please give details of any publications past and present, or work in progress.
RSL WOMEN’S AUXILIARY
The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa RSL Women’s Auxiliary will be held on Friday 7 November at
the Tewantin-Noosa RSL at 10.30am. Don’t forget Remembrance Day, 11th day of the 11th month to commemorate the event at the Cenotaph. All members, friends, and visitors welcome. Phone Kay 5447 5042.
BECOME A JP
The Queensland Justices Association is conducting a short course on the Sunshine Coast in November for anyone who would like to become a Justice of the Peace or a Commissioner for Declarations. The course will be held on Monday 24 and Tuesday 25 NovemberattheNorthernGroundHotel(previously the Waterfront Hotel) in the Cabin Function Room from 9am-5pm each day. Those wishing to become a Commissioner for Declarations will complete the course in one day only and those doing the Justice of the Peace Course will complete it in two days. Registration to do the course and all enquiries can be made by phoning the Queensland Justices Association on 3392 2455.
NOOSA COAST GUARD
The Noosa Australian Volunteer Coast Guard needs more volunteers for both radio and boat crews.
fao.qf5@coastguard.com.au
CLASSICAL MUSIC CIRCLE
Here’stoeveryonekeenandenthusiasticaboutClassical Music. Barry and Irmi present the most beautifulmusicfromallpopularcomposerseveryWednesdayfrom10amto12pmintheAuditoriumoftheU3A 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
ARTS AND CRAFTS
Exhibition: Christmas Market, 14-16 November. Workshops (booking required): Underpainting for pastels with Karol Oakley, Saturday & Sunday, 22 & 23 November, 9.30am to 4pm. Noosa Shire Arts & Crafts Association is a centre forcreativity,learningandfriendship.Newmembers welcome. Visit our Gift Shop. Disabled-friendly access. Tel: 5474 1211; Visit noosaartsandcrafts.org.au
Take a guided walk at Noosa Botanic Gardens. (Supplied)
Talking Sport
Big day at Rainbow Beach
On Saturday 25 October, Rainbow Beach SLSC hosted the annual Nipper Surf Carnival with Sunshine Coast clubs in attendance. The event was especially successful for Noosa Heads and Sunshine Beach.
The Noosa Club saw 84 energetic and proud members come together for spirited competition. Teamwork and enthusiasm were evident throughout the beach sprints and board paddling, making it truly inspiring.
At the end of the day, during the club’s celebration, a new U10 nipper captured the excitement after his first board race: “It was amazing racing with my friends and finishing 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th, and 6th.”
Earlier in the month a group of 16 of these nippers also took part in the Youth Challenge at the Coolangatta Gold, cheering on the clubs’ open competitors, and mingling with the elite athletes, before doing their job and taking on nippers from across the country. It was during this time that Rhys Nichol took first place in the U12 Male Division: definitely a proud moment for the club.
Director of Noosa Heads SLSC Junior Activities Andrea Baker, shared her excitement, ‘’It is fantastic to see our Nippers showing up having fun and giving it a go. Our Nippers’ teamwork and enthusiasm in the sand and surf make us proud. This is only the beginning of what promises to be a fantastic season and behind every Nipper is a family helping to make it all possible.
Our age managers and coaches help nippers gain confidence in the water and on the sand, while families consistently support and assist each week. Their commitment guarantees that our young lifesavers are provided with optimal opportunities to develop, acquire knowledge, and flourish through these exceptional programmes.”
From volunteering to simply being there to cheer them on, we thank every parent and carer for being such an essential part of the Noosa Nippers community. Carnivals provide enjoyable experiences and foster enduring relationships. The NHSLSC Junior Activities Committee values the continued support from families and anticipates an excellent upcoming season.
It’s gratifying to see ongoing support for the Rainbow Beach carnivals each year. It was our support and team of bronze Instructors that trained the young Gympie volunteers who, after obtaining their bronze medallion, returned to their home base, stayed on as a team, and went on the form what is now known as the Rainbow Beach Surf Life Saving Club.
Their 60 years of service to their community is something that the Old Boys of Noosa can take pride in. It is evident that the training and support provided would have been beneficial, even if only in limited or short-term ways. Congratulations and well done to you all, and all the very best in the years ahead.
Not only has Noosa supported the Rainbow Beach Club, but Sunshine Beach has also continued its strong support. They call the Rainbow Beach Carnival one of their season’s top events. It is nothing to see competitors from U8 racing alongside U15, putting their skills to the test.
Sunshine, with just 52 competitors, excelled across all age groups and secured fourth place overall. The U13 girls, Billie Berg, Isabel Czajkowskyj and Aster McCall, delivered an extraordinary performance, completing a clean sweep, finishing first, second and third, in the board swim and iron events.
These were also selection events for the upcoming Sunshine Coast Branch Team. The girls consistently showcase their strength and highlevel performance. The U13 boys delivered strong performances, with Sam Thompson and Hendrix Marsh both securing podium finishes in their respective events. These results indicate a promising future for the competition.
In their first ever carnival, the U11s also showed incredible enthusiasm and team spirit, with Manoa Lonergan taking 2nd place in the surf race. The U14, U15 athletes led their club proudly, thus showing a strong culture of teamwork and excellence that runs through the Sunshine Beach Club. One of the most outstanding performances of the day occurred when the U9 girls won the Cameron Relay. This includes a swim, board and two running legs. And to top it off the U12 boys also won their Cameron Relay.
Head Coach Wes Berg is reportedly very pleased with the club’s performance. Coach Berg once told me quote, ‘‘If you create a culture the
rest will follow.” How right he is. “The surf sports have set a great benchmark for the first competitive carnival of the season, and I am excited to see just what we can do as we head into summer.”
Boxing
Mark Evans, Head Coach of the Australian and Cooroy Team Impact Boxing Squad, once shared one of his guiding mottos with me: “Have gloves, will travel.” The last two weeks have been a perfect example. First up was a trip to Canberra for the Australian Masters Games, where four of our boxers- Dallas Arnett’s, Cassie Fitzgerald, Ada Tse and Neville Wienert- stepped into the ring and put on outstanding performances across two days of competition.
End result, two gold and two silver medals. It’s great to see that more of our seasoned athletes proving that you are never too old to lace up the gloves. This was followed by a quick flight home from Canberra- the team didn’t stop-jumped straight into the Impact Boxing bus and headed to Rockhampton for the Saturday nights fights: with three of our boxers on the cards.
Theo Rivera won with a three-round stoppage, Zaden Johnson battled in an absolute war and lost on a split decision, one that could have gone either way. Mika Davey lost on points after a great performance against a tough opponent from Black Rock Boxing Club. The team will now
regroup before heading to Emerald for the Coldfield’s Tournament.
In this the 20th season for Impact Boxing there remains just two tournaments left on the calendar. Next stop Toowoomba November22nd. Coach Mark Evans and wife Kylie, send a big thank you to all their support team.
Noosa Little Athletics
Saturday 25 October was Part 1 on the annual Little Athletics Queensland (LAQ) Summer Carnival held in Brisbane at the Queensland Sports and Athletic Centre (QSAC). A team of five members represented us in Southeast Queensland to compete with top contenders. Again, our team rose to the occasion with some excellent results.
In the U11 group, Zac Nielsen earned bronze in the 200m and finished 4th in the 80m hurdles. Eleanor Tillotson won gold in the high jump and bronze in the 200m. For U13, Lilah Maddern took gold in the 80m hurdles and bronze in triple jump. Our U15 boys excelled, with Marcus Kalaitzoglou winning gold in triple jump and placing second in the 200m. Will Tillotson won gold in the long jump and silver in the triple jump.
“Our club is so proud of its members,” said Head Coach Mike Hooper. “All five competed to the best of their ability, showing great sportsmanship and being rewarded for their efforts.”
Lilah Maddern competes for Noosa Little Athletics at the LAQ Summer Carnival. (Supplied)
Noosa Nippers enjoying the Nipper Surf Carnival at Rainbow Beach.Noosa U10 Nippers at Rainbow Beach Carnival.
Lilah Maddern took gold in the 80m hurdles and bronze in triple jump.
Sunshine Beach Nippers Team.
Sunshine Beach Nippers Louie Hammersely, Manoa Longeran, Hugo Fawcett and Kai Ackerman.
Renowned Master’s swimmer and coach at the Noosa Aquatic Centre (NAC) Jan Croft most likely would have been an Olympian had the 800m Freestyle event for women been held in the early 1960s, It was not introduced until the 1968 Mexico City Olympic Games.
In July 1959, sportswriter from the Melbourne Herald Ken Knox, wrote that as a 15-year-old Jan (nee Paine) of Ayr was in the first twenty in the world over 880 yards or 800 metres freestyle swimming. She was Queensland Open Champion over 220, 440, and 880 yards, and was so close to being in the Australian team at the 1960 Rome Games. Over the next few years, Jan dominated the longest distances then available for female swimmers. She was first at the Australian Championships in the 880 yards in 1961 and 1962. Jan has resided in Noosa since 1996 and in Masters Swimming has been most successful distance Australian and international distance events for many years. She has also been acknowledged as Queensland Masters Swimming Coach of the Year on two occasions.
How fortunate Jan introduced an Over-50s Squad at the Noosa Aquatic Centre in October 2005 - but it was not without difficulty as she related at the 20th Over-50s Swim Squad celebratory luncheon at Noosa Springs Golf Club last Friday. Jan told the 50+ past and current ‘squad swimmers’ that she began teaching adults to swim privately at the NAC. However, she was advised by then NAC Manager Stephen James that it was against Council policy to run private lessons “because that’s our business.”
“Eventually, Jan had enough swimmers for the class to become an ‘official’ NAC squad. And three of that ‘original squad’ were present at the luncheon - Gilly and Ken Bensted, and Dorothy Marlow.
As can be seen in the photograph taken in the NAC pool last Friday, there are now 6 lanes of the Over-50s Squad, with the record complement in any single lane being 18 swimmers; they include Dorothy and Gilly.
Gilly started with Jan after friends gave her stroke correction lessons; she said “with endless encouragement and stroke enhancing drills, I came to enjoy and look forward to squad”. My husband Ken joined as well and it became a commitment for us both.”
“Twenty years later I still look forward to my sessions because of Jan’s encouragement, commitment to detail, and her love for the squad that keeps me coming back. Keep coaching you
good thing.”
Carla Airey, who joined ‘squad’ about two years ago after swimming in the ocean at Laguna Bay stated: “I joined Jan’s squad to become more ‘swim-fit’.
“My swimming style, ability and fitness has improved so much under Jan’s patient guidance. She’s a wonderful coach and inspiration. As a world champion swimmer, her knowledge of technique and ergonomics is amazing. The squad
lanes are very friendly and inclusive. Some of the participants have been swimming with Jan for 20 years, which is a testament to how much this is a valued activity. Jan’s humour and determination keeps everyone on task … It would be like herding sheep for anyone else.”
For Howard Peters swimming was always something he ‘intended to do’. “ but it wasn’t until I was helping some children with disabilities with their swimming that I really became hooked”
Clinton proudly wins gold for his dad
Clinton Stanley, known locally as Cooroy’s Super Fish, returned this week from representing Noosa Masters at the Australian Masters Games in Canberra with a raft of gold medals and having raised $6,600 for the championships fundraising recipient, Dementia Australia.
Clinton swam for his dad and swam his heart out, his mum Sue said.
Clinton’s dad Chris, who has Alzheimer’s, has been in care at Arcare Peregian Springs for the past 18 months. Clinton never misses seeing his dad every Monday but he finds it very hard knowing that his dad is losing the wonderful memories they have shared over the past 49 years together.
Clinton competed in six events in freestyle and butterfly over the two days of the competition that was held at the Australian Institute of Sport.
He achieved three personal best times, won six gold medals and was competing against mainstream swimmers, Sue said.
“I am so proud of him and thank everyone who supported him,” Sue said.
“Thank you to all the families who donated to a great cause Dementia Australia.”
More than 433,000 Australians are living with dementia and the number is expected to almost double in the next 30 years.
Clinton has a wonderful swimming career representing Australia 7 times and breaking 79 Down syndrome World Records.
Clinton is also a Lifeguard for Sunshine Beach and works part time for Sweet Story and Compass. He has been a member of Noosa Masters for the past 22 years.
“Joining Jan’s squad turned boring swimming into something that was fun and social. Jan is a gem”.
Earlier this year, Jan’s son Nick, a former international triathlete and swimming coach at the NAC … (he actually started several years before Jan!) … came on the pool deck to help with the burgeoning numbers in the six lanes. Together they are a great team. Dorothy Marlowe stated “I’ve been coming to squad now since day one for health reasons and am still here splashing in the lanes. Jan’s encouragement and special qualities inspires you to just keep coming back, and it is terrific she now has Nick be alongside her.“
In conclusion, Stephen James commented: “Jan has woven herself into the fabric of the NAC and will be here coaching as long as she desires.”
(Dr Ian Jobling was the Founding Director of the UQ Centre of Olympic Studies and is now Honorary Patron of the Queensland Centre of Olympic and Paralympic Studies at the University of Queensland.)
Clinton Stanley with his gold medals and his mum Sue at the Australian Masters Games. (Supplied)
Clinton Stanley raised $6,600 for Dementia Australia.
Clinton Stanley with his dad, Chris, and mum Sue.
Jan Croft with her 20th Anniversary gift from grateful Over-50s Squad swimmers - the very special T-Shirt reminding her swimmers what to do! (Ian Jobling)
2. Three original members - Ken and Gilly Bensted, and Dorothy Marlow - of the Over 50s Squad which Jan Croft started at the Noosa Aquatic Centre in October 2005. (Ian Jobling)
The Over-50s Squad in the pool at the Noosa Aquatic Centre last Friday under the watchful eye of coach Jan Croft. (Nick Croft)
Milestones galore for teams
By Samadhi Baker
It was another action-packed weekend for the Tewantin-Noosa Thunder, with First Grade pulling off a thrilling tie, a hat-trick in Seconds, and strong efforts across all senior and junior sides.
First Grade – Two Dayer Thunder’s Firsts fought to the very last ball in an incredible tie with Glasshouse.
Batting first, skipper Michael Eckard led the way with 88, supported by Joe Murray (32) and Jarrod Officer (44), as Thunder posted 219.
With the ball, Riley Woolmer and Ben Giddy tore in to leave Glasshouse reeling at 3/11 before lightning stopped play. When play resumed a week later, the hosts battled back to 8/216, needing just four to win.
Eckard struck first over after lunch removing the set batter, and with the scores level, Woolmer grabbed a fine edge to seal the tie. Batting again, Murray made his maiden First Grade 50 and Eckard his fourth in a row as Thunder closed at 4/189, heading into a home clash with Caloundra in good form.
First Grade - T20
Needing a win to stay alive in the T20 comp Tewantin got off to an impressive start hitting 107 of the first 7 overs courtesy of some impressive striking from Cody Pyne, Ben Laughlin and Michael Eckard. As Caloundra adjusted their game plan and took some wickets the scoring slowed, with Tewantin finishing on 199 under par from the strong early position but still a very good score.
The bowling started impressively, with Riley Woolmer leading the charge taking 1 for 12 off 3 overs in the powerplay. Incredible stuff! Caloundra struggled to get going until the 16th over where some big blows gave them an outside chance. A couple batters got rolling and suddenly from 70 off 4 overs Caloundra only needed 20 off the last over. Luckily, the maybe the greatest death bowler in the history of the Big Bash had an over left… Clinching the win with 8 runs to spare. Not the most clinical game from the team but some lessons to be learnt and a win is a win.
Second Grade
Second Grade’s clash with Glasshouse was a thriller. Starting with the ball the Tewantin bowlers ripped through the top order Mike Thompson as he so often does, leading the way with four wickets. Glasshouse rolled for 74. In replay it was a real team effort with multiple batters chipping in with scores to accumulate a solid total 223. On day Two, the Thunder struck early through Levi Towart and Josh Christensen before Oli Wilson ripped through at the end to remove the set batsmen and claim a hat-trick, capped off with a diving one-hander from Ben Woolmer at short cover. Adam Graves kept superbly with five catches despite injuring his hand. Needing just 41 runs to complete an outright bad light intervened and the outright went begin 1/17 in the second innings. A very promising performance from the Second-grade boys who will be brimming with confidence.
Sixth Grade
Sixth Grade Thunder hosted Glasshouse at Dale Officer Oval for a tough two-day match. Batting first, Thunder posted 166 all out, with Sausage top-scoring 48 and solid contributions from Ron Lewis (27) and Matt Mayo (26). Junior players Lewis Ramsden (10) and Henry Blackwell (22*) showed promising technique and composure under pressure.
In the bowling innings, Thunder fought hard. Lewis Ramsden (3/53) led the way, with Cooper Withers (1/62), Wayne Moore, Nick Withers, and Justin Talbot all chipping in to pick up wickets. Glasshouse took the first innings finishing on 230 but it was a disciplined effort. In the Thunder’s second innings, Henry Blackwell (22*) and Luke Anstey (8*) guiding the team to a draw as poor light ended play.
Young gun Lewis Ramsden impressed with 3/53, while Cooper Withers took two sharp catches. Juniors Henry Blackwell (22*) and Luke Anstey (8*) batted maturely in the second innings.
It was also a very proud moment for the club, with Sharon, Nick, and Cooper Withers all taking the field together in sixth grade and Tilly playing for our ladies’ team. Truly a special moment for the Withers family and a testament to all they do at the club.
Women’s Team: Pink Stumps Day Spirit
The Thunder women brought plenty of enthusiasm to Pink Stumps Day against the Cooroy Eumundi Palmwoods Hawks.
It was a disciplined bowling effort with debutant Carol ‘Squirrel’ Vinson the star grabbing a
Under 10s kick off the season in style. (Supplied)
wicket and two catches as the Hawks finished on 4/110 in a shortened 17-over match. A good score so the batting would need to be at its best. The team started well with a strong performance from Hannah who scored 47 off 42 but Cooroy’s bowling was too strong, the Thunder ending on 5/66. A really promising effort against last year’s Tier One runners up with some things to improve.
12A: Clinical Performance to Defeat NambourUSC
The U12A Thunder put together another excellent performance, defending 131 to beat Nambour-USC and go top of the ladder. After a shaky start at 3/14, the middle order stood tall — Eddie (15), CJ (28), and Luca (30) all retired after 50 balls, steering Thunder to a competitive total. Leo (12) added handy late runs.
With the ball, the Thunder were superb. CJ bowledfouroversforjustonerun,includingthree maidens, while Louis, James, Olly, and Zack kept the pressure on. The team’s fielding was sharp, highlighted by James taking four catches and a caught-and-bowled. Nambour were dismissed for 55, sealing a first innings win before Thunder went back in for valuable batting time. James (34*) and Luca (55 for the match) led the way as Thunder finished on 116/6, showing depth and patience across the lineup.
14B: Fighting Finish Against Caloundra
The 14Bs showed plenty of heart across their twoday clash with Caloundra.
After the hosts posted 216, Thunder fought back through a brilliant double-wicket maiden from Hugo, with Eli and Will also striking to swing momentum. Chasing 216, openers Tian and Christo made a strong start before a composed 57-run stand from Stella and Xavier steadied the innings. Thunder reached 142, then charged back into the field determined to make something happen. They bowled Caloundra out for 80 in just 21 overs, with Will taking five wickets for the match to move top of the competition’s wicket tally. Christian (46) and Henry (21*) then added late fireworks as Thunder reached 2/78, just short of pulling off an unlikely outright result.
The under 10s are underway with some cracking cricket played under lights at Tewantin! Makes me wish I was still ten. A special Thank You to Junior Coordinator Adam Graves for the many hours he has put into this new season. Along with all the other volunteer support, they are the reason everyone gets to play cricket this year.
The Withers Family assemble.
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Riding the Abu Dhabi tub
Over the past several months I’ve been working on a big project with a close mate who is widely regarded as the world’s leading producer of live sports telecasts over the past 50 years and across three continents.
I’ve been thereabouts for most of that half century, sometimes in his employ, sometimes just along for the amazing ride. He’s a volatile old bugger, but we don’t argue too often, except when the conversation turns to the World Surf League. “Don’t get me started,” he’ll whine, and then there’s no stopping him. I was very glad to hear he’d managed to completely miss the WSL Longboard International in the Surf Abu Dhabi wave pool last weekend, which tested the patience of even solid supporters like your correspondent.
Look, I’m sure the tub is a lot of fun, and if I ever find myself passing through Abu Dhabi on my way to somewhere I want to be, I might even shout myself a session. But a longboard event on a mechanical wave does not gripping television entertainment make. Not even close.
It’s not even the riding of the wave and its mostly predictable sections that’s the problem. It’s the long minutes of dead airtime while we wait for the freight train to reload and chug back into the basin pushing a wave towards the next competitor. Granted, we might get a gushing but thankfully brief “on the glass” athlete interview to take our minds off the fact that nothing is happening, but why not chuck in pre-edited short bios of the competitors? Is that too much to ask?
But let’s get to the surfing, which certainly had its moments but often became a comedy of errors and barrel avoidance, particularly on the girls’ side of the draw. Granted, the shallow inside barrel section at Abu Dhabi can be challenging, for while the wave may be machine made, it does not produce identical waves. Too often we saw the guys twisting themselves inside out to get under the hood, only to get buried as the freight train gained speed. And far too often we saw the girls toy with the idea of a cover-up but then settle for a bit of hand jive with the lip to demonstrate proximity.
Our Noosa girls, Kirra Molnar, Emily Lethbridge and Hawaii transplant Mason Schremmer, made a good showing but only Emily made it to round two, where she finished just outside the cut. In the blokes Clinton Guest had no luck at all, while Josh Constable was on fire in the commentary box. Of the other Aussies in the draw, it was an all-Manly affair, with Tully White making it to the women’s quarters and Declan Wyton the men’s, where they both bowed out.
Getting to the pointy end in the women’s, there were three standout surfers in my eyes –California’s rankings leader Avalon Gall, Brazil’s Chloe Calmon on the comeback trail and threetimes world champ and new proud mum Hawaii’s Honolua Blomfield. Goofy-footer Chloe had the poise to make it all the way until she ran into the machine in the semis. No, not that machine, the Honno machine!
Just a few months after giving birth, Honno showed she was back in form at Bells last month and, after a shaky start in the tub, finishing a close second to Avalon in the opening round, she blasted out of the second elimination round and into the quarters with a near-perfect 9.8. Of her nine counted waves across the event, Honno went excellent (over eight points) on seven, scoring over nine in four of them.
Avalon pushed her hard in the final, but she was unstoppable.
As was France’s Edouard Delpero in the men’s. I watched Edouard and his older brother Antoineflappingaroundintheshorebreaklearning to surf when we lived in the Pays Basque a quarter of a century ago. It never looked like the younger kid would catch up on his brother, and, to be honest, something of the flapper has stuck with Edouard ever since. But this season he’s on fire, carving with a new, refined approach. He was good at Bells, excellent in Abu Dhabi, where he identified the winning formula was to time your barrels and make them.
Delpero scored two nines for an incredible 18.43 in the first round, and went excellent in all but one of his eight counted waves. No one read the pool like the formerly flapping Frenchman.
Et bravo, mon pot!
Edouard wears the yellow jersey into next week’s world title finals in El Salvador, with Australia’s Kai Ellice-Flint behind him in second, and Max Weston and Declan Wyton also slipping into the final eight. In the women’s Avalon Gall hangs on to the yellow jersey with Honno now in third place and our Tully White sneaking in at eight.
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Declan Wyton finds some shade in the desert.
Edouard Delpero deeply barrelled in the tub.
Honolua Blomfield styling her way to a win in Abu Dhabi. (WSL)
Filipino J.R Esquievel does enough to make the final eight.
Taylor Jensen on his way to a third placing.
Rachel Tilly (USA) jams off the bottom.
PROPERTY
EXCITING LINE-UP OF PROPERTIES
PROPERTY MATTERS
ERLE LEVEY
IT feels like December ... the days are hot and dry. There is not the build-up in humidity that comes with January.
With it come a line-up of exciting listings as buyers seek to get settled by Christmas.
A property that connects to the spectacular location of Marcus Beach is a Palm-Beach inspired house at 3 Ashwood Ct that goes to auction Friday, 31 October, at 1pm.
Rebekah Offermann at Tom Offermann
Real Estate said the five-bedroom, threebathroom house with pool boasts unrestricted views of white-tipped waves and ocean surf breaks extending north from Lions Headland in the Noosa National Park and south to the escarpment above Coolum.
’It is an exemplary residence, Rebekah said, “and is attracting crowds of people who love the Palm Springs style design.
“They also love the fact of being just a couple of minutes from the sand.’’
Buyers are flying up from intestate for the auction, as well as local and Brisbane interest.
On a 946sq m site, the recently-completed residence features a clerestory ceiling, an array of avant-garde travertine, and a non-grouted freeform rose stone on several columns along the hallway.
Tall panes on the north side reveal the pool area while French oak flooring extends to one of many living areas.
An expansive undercover terrace, and the luminescent aqua-tiled pool all evoke immediate thoughts of dips in the sun or perhaps a pizza and sip in the shade.
A curvaceous staircase leads to the first level for a quiet lounge space or a more serious entertaining zone with undercover terrace off the living and dining areas.
The external spiral staircase leads to the rooftop terrace where, understandably, the views are 360-degrees and sweep from the eastern beaches to the hinterland.
The kitchen has all the hallmarks of clever design and functionality with extensive-use marble styles and oak cabinetry, including supersized island breakfast bar with fluted sides, a walk-in pantry and a bar area with wine/drinks fridges from AEG as well as the integrated fridge and dishwasher plus cooktop and ovens.
There are five bedrooms - the premier suite retreat with a pool outlook, a walk-in robe and an ensuite that has a wall-hung customcurved Italian marble double bowl counter with statement mirrors.
On the ground floor are four bedrooms. A guest suite looks out to pool, has a walk-in robe and ensuite.
The main bathroom comes with bathtub, and there is a powder room shared by three king bedrooms each with a walk-in robe.
NEW CHAPTER FOR QUEENSLANDER
With eight registered bidders, Hinternoosa’s Kess Prior was in for a fantastic auction at an 11.76ha hinterland auction.
The property, at 21 Stanfield La, Black Mountain, offered a three-bedroom Queenslander-style house on the elevated site.
More than 120 years old, the house on what was originally part of a 400-acre dairy farm, it had panoramic rural views - particularly of Mount Cooroy.
There was a plunge pool near the house, a 16m by 8m shed with a 16m by 3.5m veranda and dam.
The property sold under the hammer for $1.810m to a local buyer intending to renovate the house.
A PLACE IN THE SUN
The touch of Noosa architect David Teeland and an extension by Bark Design are evident in a Sunshine Beach house.
The three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car home at 11 Duke St is set for auction Saturday, 1 November, at 12pm with Rebekah Offermann.
“It is engaging a lot of interest - local, interstate and also overseas via video walkthrough,’’ Rebekah said.
“People are appreciating the quiet location, privacy and immaculate presentation.’’
On a prized, elevated position in the heart of Sunshine, the sassy residence cleverly takes its place in the sun.
The front door opens to terrazzo flooring and venetian plaster walls in the hallway.
There is a sense of playfulness pervades the open-plan living and dining area comprised of natural textures and materials including polished timber, precast concrete table and feature walls with eco-gas fireplace and custom cabinetry.
A terrace is off the south side yet grabbing attention is the galley kitchen with grey marblelook, stone-topped, white and timber cabinetry including the island bench. The appliances include an LG fridge, and Westinghouse dishwasher, oven and induction cooktop.
An architect-designed three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car house at 11 Duke St, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction Saturday, 1 November, at 12pm. (510551)
An architect-designed three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car house at 11 Duke St, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction Saturday, 1 November, at 12pm. (510551)
A one-bedroom, one-bathroom beachfront apartment 312/71 Hastings St, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Friday, 31 October, at 10am. (508950)
A second living/leisure option is on the south side. Slide away the doors to an extension by Bark Design Architects and an internal courtyard.
On the first level in the south wing, which can be closed off, is the premier bedroom retreat with a walk-in robe and an ensuite with stonetopped single basin cabinetry.
Two bedrooms on the ground level have robes plus share bathroom and powder room.
FRONT ROW ON HASTINGS ST
Imagine finding a five-star apartment in the front row of Noosa Main Beach, and with a rooftop terrace to soak up the outlook.
Jesse Stowers at Tom Offermann Real Estate is taking the one-bedroom, one-bathroom beachfront apartment 312/71 Hastings St, Noosa Heads, to auction Friday, 31 October, at 10am.
A stunning renovation includes a bespoke fit-out, one that features a fluted wall punctuated with custom marble-topped, oak cabinetry, plus designer furniture, lighting, wall sconces, artworks and accessories throughout including terraces.
The buyer of the three-bedroom Queenslander with pool on 11.76ha at 21 Stanfield La, Black Mountain. (510551)
FIRM FAMILY FAVOURITE
A lovely home in an elevated position at Noosaville is being very well received by everyone who has inspected it.
Julie Bengtsson at Tom Offermann Real Estate is taking 41 Regatta Cct to auction Saturday, 1 November, at 1pm.
The five-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house with pool picks up views of Noosa Heads and Noosa National Park.
“They have all commented on the aspect and view,’’ Julie said.
“The property has been very well maintained and attracted local as well as interstate interestyounger couples and families wanting extra space of a fourth bedroom plus a good guest area.
“They are interested in the privacy of the property and the quality of the street.
“Having two main bedrooms - one upstairs and the other downstairs - has been well received.’’
The family-friendly floorplan flirts with the expansive undercover terrace and dazzling pool, thanks to disappearing doors.
The result of a clever collaboration between architect Sarah Waller and builder Duncan Squires, a clerestory-height foyer opens to extraordinarily large, high-ceiling living spaces.
A sparkling new custom-designed kitchen has Corian-topped oak cabinetry including island breakfast bar, under-mount sink, pantry, plus latest Miele appliances such as pyrolytic oven, gas cooktop and combi oven.
Accessed by spotted gum stairs and mezzanine, there are three plush carpeted bedrooms including the premier suite retreat and terrace access. Along with a walk-in robe there is a sizeable ensuite with Corian-topped two-basin white cabinetry, large shower and bathtub that takes in those views.
On the upper level is a lounge, maybe a leisure space, a wall of cabinetry and access to the north-easterly facing terrace.
The premier-style bedroom suite on the ground level has picture windows to the enticing pool, walk-in/built-in robes and a sizeable ensuite with two-basin white cabinetry. The fifth bedroom has a built-in robe and with an entry off the front terrace could suit guests or be an office.
A GREAT ENTERTAINER
A character home with pool and great entertaining areas at Noosaville is set for auction Saturday, 1 November, with Roger Omdahl at Laguna Real Estate.
The three-bedroom two-bathroom, three-car house at 15 Lintott Ct is in the Heritage Drive precinct between Goodchap St and the Noosa Shire Library.
(510551)
A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, three-car house with pool at 15
to auction at 12pm Saturday, 1 November. (508950)
“There have been strong enquiries and inspections,’’ Roger said, “mostly locals but also from Brisbane and Victorian interests.
“The location offers a level stroll to all the best Noosaville has to offer.
“The house has excellent presentation while the entertaining patio and pool are totally private and north-east facing.’’
There is a two-and-a-half-level vaulted ceiling in the air-conditioned main living and kitchen zones.
The efficiently-designed kitchen features stainless steel bench-tops, quality appliances, gas cooking plus abundant storage cupboards and deep drawers.
A large bedroom on the ground level overlooks the pool, while the modern bathroom comes with a private outlook.
Ct,
There is a study/office or potential fourth bedroom and large laundry plus storage.
A second living zone is on the upper level with two guest bedrooms, bathroom and toilet.
A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, three-car house with pool at 3 Ashwood Ct, Marcus Beach, goes to auction Friday, 31 October, at 1pm. (508950)
282 Tom Offermann Real Estate
Noosaville
• 63 Lake Entrance Blvd: 3bed, 2bath, 2car house, pool, 11am, Nathan Howie 0414 424 333 Jack Newton 0418 332 247 Noosa Estate Agents
SATURDAY, 1 November
Noosaville
• 15 Lintott Ct: 3bed, 2bath, 3car house, pool, 12pm, Roger Omdahl 0412 043 880 Laguna Real Estate
• 41 Regatta Cct: 5bed, 4bath, 2car house, pool, 1pm Julie Bengtsson 0418 980 247 Tom Offermann Real Estate
Sunshine Beach
• 11 Duke St: 3bed, 2bath, 2car house, 12pm, Rebekah Offermann 0413 044 241 Tom Offermann Real Estate
Lintott
Noosaville, goes
A five-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 41 Regatta Cct, Noosaville, goes to auction Saturday, 1 November, at 1pm.
3A SHWOOD CO UR T, MARCUSBEACH
Surrounded by theimmensenaturalassetsofNoosa National Parkand five kilometresofbeachbetween Sunriseand Peregian,is MarcusBeach, regardedas an exclusivehiddenutopia by thelocalsand certainly thoselivinginthiswhisperquietculdesac. Beholdclassic PalmSprings-inspiredwhite-bright magnificenceonalarger-than-most 946m²sitewith signaturebreezeblocks,andstars aligninginto five with
180°CoralSeaviews,salty breezesandfromtheback gatetosqueakywhitesand,it’s amere3-minutes. An eye-catchingcurvaceousnichewithpinktilesand pool towels to match,disappearingdoorscoalescing withthe expansiveterrace,andtheluminescentaqua tiledpool,all evokeimmediatethoughtsofdipsand sipsinthesunorperhapspizzaandcoolalesinthe shade.
that awaits you.Setinanenviablelocationwithin minutesfromNoosaNational Park, world-renowned beaches,and5-stardining,thisriversidepropertyoffers exceptionallifestyleappeal combinedwithunmatched prestige.
InoneofNoosa’smostcovetedenclavesliesthevery essenceofcoastalliving.MomentsfromLittleCove Beach,HastingsStreetandtheNoosaNational Park, 24 Kareela Avenueoffersarareopportunityto secure a698m²siteprivatelyset fromthe flat street and adjoiningtheNational Park.
Atranquilhavenwhereserenityand connectioncoexist -wander to thesurf,strollthe coastaltrails, returnto yourprivateretreat.Createyourdreamhome, aplace wherecherishedmemoriesaremade,righthere in prestigiousLittle Cove
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24 KAREELA AV ENUE , NO O SAHEADS
29 TA RIN AS TREET , NOOS AH EAD S
Invest in relaxed coastallivingallthefamilywilladore, withthepurchaseofthis2020-builtdesigner residence on afullyfenced655m2block,boasting aprized northerlyaspect floodingthehomeandalfresco entertaining zonewithnaturallight;withinthecoveted CooloolaEstate,offeringquickeasyaccess to allthe essentialsandthefun stuff! Soaring ceilingsincludinga doubleheight voidat
frontmaximisethesenseofspaceandlight;andthe integratedindoor/outdoor flow is fluidandseamless. Thisis aresidencedesignedforrelaxation, celebration, andendlessjoiedevivre
Currentownershaverecentlyundertaken atasteful renovation,trulyelevatingitsappeal to thenextlevel; itisturnkeyready to move intoandfullyembrace a desirableNoosalifestyle.
state-of-the-artMieleappliances combineeffortlessly withmodern comfort.Afternoonsdrift by betweenthe open field,thepoolterraceandthebreezybalconies, whilesparrows flitthroughthecitrustreesliningthe hillside.Minutes toEumundi,20minutes to NoosaMain Beach,andmoments to theBruceHighway,thishome blendsserenity,sophistication,andthetimelessspirit oftheNoosaHinterland. A 4 B 3 C 2 D
STROLL TO SURF BREAKS AND SANDCASTLES AT DOG-FRIENDLY CASTAWAYS
THERE’S more to love about this beachside abode than its proximity to pristine sand, cool surf breaks and the dog-friendly shores of Castaways Beach-though being just a fiveminute stroll to the soft white sand is certainly a dream! What truly sets this home apart is its position and orientation in a prestigious residential Estate, known for its warm community spirit and relaxed coastal lifestyle.
Tucked behind lush sub-tropical gardens brimming with swaying palms and vibrant bougainvillea, this single-level beach house sits proudly on a fantastic, larger than most 793m2 corner block. With its ideal north-facing orientation, the home is bathed in natural light, making every living space feel bright, warm, and welcoming.
Designed for easy living and effortless entertaining, the layout features multiple indoor and outdoor living zones. Whether you’re hosting weekend BBQs, celebrating with friends, or simply soaking in the coastal serenity with family, there’s a space for every occasion.
At the heart of the home is a spacious U-shaped kitchen, complete with classic timber cabinetry and a picturesque view over the established gardens. Just beyond, a covered alfresco patio offers the perfect spot to sip your morning coffee while enjoying the peace and serenity.
The master bedroom is a sunny sanctuary, with direct access to a private terrace through sliding glass doors. It’s well-appointed with a wall of wardrobes and ensuite. Three additional bedrooms are thoughtfully positioned to share a family-sized bathroom, complete with a large bath, vanity, and separate walk-in shower.
Step outside and you’ll discover your own private tropical escape. The lagoon-style pool is surrounded by lush landscaping and features an
Inspect: Saturday 1 November 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Auction: On Site Auction - Friday 7 November, 1:00 PM
Contact: Jesse Stowers 0414 367 282, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE
island-inspired gazebo and indoor sun terraceideal for lazy afternoons with a book in hand, a home gym space or a nursery for a hobby gardener.
“Surrounded by pristine beaches, nature reserves, and national parks, this is the quintessential coastal family home-or an excellent investment-blending solid construction
with everyday practicality,” says Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Jesse Stowers, who is taking the property to auction on Friday, 7 November 2025.
ALLURING LITTLE COVE BEACH HOUSE
BOASTING a peerless five-star Little Cove location, seemingly suspended in the Noosa National Park, steered by 180-degree wowworthy panoramas spreading like an everchanging artwork encompassing the lustrous powder-fine sand and turquoise waters of Laguna Bay, Noosa River mouth, Noosa North Shore, Coloured Sands, beyond to the deep blue hues of Double Island Point and across the Coral Sea to the horizon.
Mere minutes from alluring Little Cove Beach an eye-catching yet sense of mystique prevails momentarily at the arboured walkway with river-stone wall feature. Push aside the custom beech door into the foyer to a prestige beach house-inspired residence with three unique layers, cleverly built into the contours of the land, thus creating an idyllic connection to the great outdoors.
Exceptional by design, immeasurable living and dining areas on the entry level have ever-so high pitched ceilings and angled disappearing walls of glass. They open in concert with parallel terraces on the north side, one with the luminescent pool taking centre stage, whilst natural light maximises the notion of inviting itself indoors to shadow dance over beautiful and seemingly endless spotted gum flooring.
Entertaining options are numerous especially given foremost all the living and leisure spaces have those visually arresting views of nature’s wonderland such as whales breaching on the humpback highway during the season, amazing sunsets, and koalas in the eucalypts.
Understandably the kitchen is commensurate and a happy place for culinary creativity. It has stone-topped white cabinetry including island breakfast bar, two walk-in pantries, one of which extends and incorporates the laundry. A full suite of premium appliances comprises a Smeg induction cooktop and an icemaker fridge.
Four capacious bedrooms, all with ensuites, are next level. Wake to the waves breaking onshore as well as stunning views from the upper level premier suite, retreat and terrace, thanks again to walls of glass including foldaway half windows, and two day beds to ponder. The fashionista-style dressing room is complemented by a travertine tiled ensuite, latte-hued stone-topped white cabinetry, double shower and a steam room, just what everyone loves after day at the beach. There’s also a dedicated office space with custom cabinetry, bathroom and a terrace.
On the entry level the bedroom also has a terrace, ensuite and walk-in robe whilst on the lower level, two bedrooms have robes, ensuites and in-between is a lounge/leisure space. All access the lengthy north terrace.
“The sought-after address mere minutes to Little Cove Beach also Noosa Main Beach via a
HOME ESSENTIALS
pathway opposite, is second-to-none,“ enthuses Tom Offermann Real Estate marketing agents Rebekah Offermann and Luke Chen.
“And after 40 years of exceptional holiday memories, this family treasure is the ultimate investment prize.
“Magical Little Cove is a jewel on Australia’s seaboard. It’s where the ocean meets rainforest albeit the Noosa National Park, and mere minutes or a few hundred metres away, sophisticated Hastings Street meets laidback Noosa Main Beach and Laguna Bay. There is arguably no place in the Noosa region this close to so many well-known beaches and world-class surf breaks.
“This extraordinary beach house-inspired opportunity has it all in spades.“
Insider Intel:
• Land Area: 684m2
• Internal/External Areas: 414m2/151m2
• Terraces: all nth facing; 3 entry level total length 16.1m; 4 lower level total 13.3m; 1.3m upper level
• Pool: 9.3mx4.5m
• Insider Intel: pitched clerestory height VJ ceilings incl 6.2m main living; spotted gum flooring throughout; ducted aircon/fans; arboured entry way w stacked river stone wall; massive custom beech door into foyer
• Living & Dining: entry level both open to north terraces & pool terrace; fireplace w floor-to-ceiling stacked river stone; custom cabinetry/buffet
• Kitchen: galley w stone-topped white cabinetry incl 2m island breakfast bar; walk in & appliance pantries; Siemens dishwasher; Smeg induction cooktop; Fisher & Paykel oven
• Bedrooms: 4 total all w ensuites; upper level premier suite retreat w NE terrace & wall of glass incl foldaway half windows; 2 day beds WIR/dressing room; ensuite w travertine walls & floors; latte-hued stone-topped single basin white cabinetry; steam room & dble shower; plus dedicated office space w custom cabinetry, bathroom & nth terrace; entry level bedroom w terrace to nth & east, ensuite & WIR; lower level 2 bedrooms w WIR/robe & ensuites; in between lounge/leisure space w bar & bookcase wall; all access nth terrace
• Extras: laundry; two-car garage w store room & direct access to kitchen; entry level powder room
• Location: minutes to Little Cove Beach; 7 mins via gentle path opposite to Morwong Drive & Noosa Main Beach; alternate approx 250m to beach pathway/steps to Hastings Street; doorstep of Noosa National Park & boardwalk to Hastings Street’s cafes, bars, restaurants & boutiques.
Inspect: Open home Saturday 10-10:30am Contact: Rebekah Offermann 0413 044 241 Luke Chen 0417 600 840, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE
“Noosa Beachfront”
Rare & Exclusive Noosa Beachfront
Relax on the furnished terrace and listen to the sounds of the waves. Apartment 18 Fairshore is located directly on the Noosa beachfront, beautifully renovated enjoying an uninterrupted view of Laguna Bay. It has the perfect ground floor position, one level up from Hastings Street, offering the best views and direct access to and from the beach.
18 ‘Fairshore’ 41 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads
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Auction Saturday 15th November 1pm Friday & Wednesday 12-12:30pm rwnoosa.com.au
Shane McCauley 0403 646 930
Frank Milat 0438 528 148 5447 4499
Richardson&Wrench 23 Hastings Street, Noosa
THE ULTIMATE RIVERFRONT LIFESTYLE
EMBRACE the quintessential Noosa lifestyle in the highly sought-after Noosa Harbour Resort. Nestled amongst lush tropical gardens, the resort offers a wealth of leisure options –lounge beside the heated pool and spa, unwind in the sauna, enjoy a friendly match on the tennis court, or gather with friends at the BBQ gazebo. From here, step directly onto the sandy shoreline and marvel at the turquoise brilliance of the Noosa River, with the convenience of a private jetty at your doorstep.
Perfectly positioned in one of Noosa’s most coveted waterfront addresses, this apartment offers the ideal blend of tranquillity, lifestyle, and convenience. Renowned restaurants, cafes, the Noosa Ferry, Hastings Street, Main Beach, and the National Park are all just a short walk away.
This top-floor, well-designed apartment makes the most of its prime position capturing leafy views across to the park. Step out onto the private balcony, the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee while watching the sunrise. Inside, the open-plan kitchen, living, and dining spaces flow seamlessly, creating a relaxed coastal retreat
Contact: Gillian McCauley 0467 600 009 and Frank Milat 0438 528 148, RICHARDSON AND WRENCH
Luxurious Apartment Living in the Heart of Noosa Heads
Experience relaxed Noosa living in this beautifully renovated three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment, perfectly positioned in the heart of Noosa Heads. Set within one of Noosa's original holiday complexes, the residence captures the charm and relaxed spirit of old Noosa, thoughtfully updated for contemporary comfort.
Elevated and light-filled, the apartment enjoys gentle breezes and filtered views through the gums to the Noosa Sound and out across Laguna Bay. The main bedroom serves as a private retreat with a walk-in robe, ensuite and Juliette balcony, ideal for morning coffee or an evening wind-down.
Two guest bedrooms, both with built-in robes, open to a shared balcony and are serviced by a family bathroom with a separate bath, shower and powder room.
The open-plan kitchen, dining and living area forms the heart of the home, flowing effortlessly to a covered entertainer's balcony. With its ideal north-facing aspect, you can enjoy soft morning light and vibrant sunset views. The kitchen is well appointed with quality appliances, ample storage, a walk-in pantry and breakfast bar seating. Additional features include an internal laundry, contemporary lighting, louvre windows, secure parking and access to the complex pool, perfect for a refreshing swim after a day at the beach.
18/4 Serenity Close, Noosa Heads
AUCTION
Saturday 15 November 11am Onsite
INSPECTIONS
Saturday 10.00-10.30am
AGENTS
David Conolly 0438 259 956
Oliver O'Reilly 0429 827 224
New Luxurious Beach Side Residence with Ocean Views
Setting a new benchmark in contemporary beachside living, this newly completed residence combines architectural elegance with a coveted Sunshine Beach address. Stone, timber, concrete and glass are thoughtfully integrated across three expansive levels, the home seamlessly blends refined interiors, versatile spaces, and enviable outdoor entertaining zones all set against a backdrop of sweeping ocean views.
A secure gated entry and landscaped courtyard establish both privacy and a sense of arrival. Within, light filled interiors with soaring ceilings and expanses of glass present a serene and sophisticated atmosphere.
Positioned to capture the panoramic outlook, the upper level is dedicated to relaxed luxury. An open-plan kitchen, dining, and living domain anchors the home, complete with a striking oversized island, European appliances, and a fully appointed butler's pantry. A fireplace provides warmth and atmosphere, while expansive sliding doors open to a vast entertaining terrace with built-in barbecue area, where ocean breezes and sweeping views create an idyllic setting. Also on this level, a private study and powder room complement the master retreat, featuring a walk-in robe and ensuite. At the center of the home, a lush internal atrium offers a constant visual connection to nature and a calming focal point from almost every room.
19 Elanda Street, Noosa Heads
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
Closing Friday 7 November
INSPECTIONS
Saturday 11.00 - 11.30am
AGENTS
David Conolly 0438 259 956
Mike Hay 0417 624 059
Wunya – Where Zen Minimalism Meets Mediterranean Soul
Nestled just a minute’s walk from the white sands of Little Cove Beach and the lush trails of Noosa National Park, Wunya is a once in a lifetime opportunity and remarkable brand new residence where wellness, design, and nature exist in perfect balance. This architectural sanctuary fuses Zen-inspired simplicity with Mediterranean warmth to offer a living experience that is both grounding and elevated. It’s not just a home — it’s thoughtfully designed to support the mind, body, and spirit. Every detail at Wunya has been selected to enhance wellbeing and comfort.
Designed for flexibility and comfort, this spacious home features up to seven bedrooms, three bathrooms, and multiple living zones —including an upstairs retreat—and a two-car garage complete with EV charging capabilities. At the heart of the outdoor experience is a self-cleaning, heated magnesium lap pool with powerful swim jets — perfect for both relaxation and performance. Wellness amenities include a hydrogen hot/cold plunge and a Cell State infrared, red light, and hot coal sauna. Wunya is a home defined not only by what’s visible, but by what’s intentionally hidden — where technology supports wellness, and every finish, fixture, and space has been designed for longevity, serenity, and sensory softness. Whether you're swimming at sunrise, or sharing a meal in the warm glow of evening light, Wunya invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect — with yourself and the world around you.
6 Mitti Street, Noosa Heads
AUCTION
Saturday 8 November 3pm On Site
INSPECTIONS
Saturday 12.00 - 12.45pm
AGENTS
David Conolly 0438 259 956
Mike Hay 0417 624 059
IMMACULATE HOME
ON 1055SQM
• THREE spacious bedrooms with built-in robes.
• Light-filled open plan living and dining area.
• Air-conditioning and ceiling fans.
• Huge covered outdoor entertaining area overlooking the lawn.
HOME ESSENTIALS
• Expansive, fully usable backyard with room for kids and pets.
• Single carport plus side access to a 9m x 7m shed with three roller doors.
• Just 1.2km to Cooran’s charming township with cafe, brewery, school and train station.
IMAGINE a home where every day feels like a holiday. Tucked into one of Noosa Sound’s most desirable streets and just a flat 10-minute walk from Noosa Main Beach, this beautifully reimagined residence blends resort-inspired living with the ease of modern comfort.
Step inside and you’ll instantly feel the sense of space and light. Polished spotted gum timber floors carry you through expansive open plan living, anchored by a stunning chef’s kitchen with Caesarstone benchtops and premium Miele appliances. Bi-fold doors open wide, connecting indoors with the outdoors, where lush gardens and a sparkling pool create the perfect backdrop for long summer lunches, evening entertaining, or quiet moments with family.
The flexible layout is designed to welcome everyone. Three generous bedrooms, each paired with its own bathroom to give family and guests their own space. The master suite offers a custom walk-in robe and a private ensuite with heated towel racks, while a second lounge downstairs provides separation and versatility, ideal for holiday letting, teenagers, or visiting friends.
Every detail has been considered: ducted airconditioning for year-round comfort, a 25-panel solar system to keep energy costs down, electric blinds and an oversized double garage with a combined workshop space, it’s ready to enjoy from the moment you arrive.
This is a home designed not just for living, but for experiencing, where every day feels easy, connected and a little indulgent. Enjoy morning swims at Noosa Main Beach, stroll through the National Park, or meander world-class shopping and eateries up and down Hastings Street.
Then come home to your private sanctuary, a seamless blend of luxury and laid-back coastal charm, nestled in one of Noosa’s most coveted addresses.
Perfectly positioned with a coveted northern aspect, this modern five-bedroom residence captures the essence of relaxed Noosa waterfront living. Its spacious design invites natural light and cooling breezes, while a private jetty provides seamless access to the Noosa River and beyond.
WELCOME TO CLOUDBREAK
WAKE to world-class views stretching from the Pacific Ocean to Mount Coolum and the Glasshouse Mountains from this commanding hilltop residence on a 1,221m² allotment near the beach.
This extraordinary estate offers a grand dualliving design, timeless craftsmanship and total privacy in an exclusive elevated enclave.
Architecturally impressive and extremely well-built with grand columns and an expansive wraparound balcony, the home captures neverto-be-built-out vistas across ocean, mountain and golf course.
Six bedrooms and multiple living zones connect effortlessly with alfresco terraces, a gourmet stone kitchen and a sparkling saltchlorinated pool framed by manicured lawns.
The master suite is a retreat of indulgence, featuring panoramic views, a dressing room and a lavish ensuite with freestanding bath.
With electric gates, a 14kW solar system, abundant storage and superior construction throughout, this private residence defines luxury coastal living — elevated, enduring and unforgettable.
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Address: 19 Jenyor Street, COOLUM BEACH Description: 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4 garage, pool Inspect: Contact Agent to Inspect Contact: Joel Hood, 0429 886 188, joel@joelhoodproperty.com.au & Jayke Horne, 0433 250 410, Jayke.horne@joelhoodproperty.com.au JOEL HOOD PROPERTY
155 Clarendon Road PEREGIAN BEACH
A rare lifestyle opportunity on approx. 10 acres of stunning lakefront land, just south of Noosa and minutes from Peregian Beach. This exceptional property offers three self-contained residences, a gym/studio, horse stables, flat usable grounds, and direct access to Lake Weyba.
The near-new main homestead exudes modern farmhouse charm with coastal country elegance, featuring gabled rooflines, stone accents, and a north-facing pool. Inside, a striking open-plan layout is designed for effortless living and entertaining.
Wake to serene lake and nature views, relax by the firepit, and enjoy complete privacy surrounded by gum trees and visiting kangaroos. A one-of-a-kind estate offering luxury, lifestyle, and nature in perfect harmony.
For Sale: Inspection By Appointment Jade Gleadell 0451 964 940
Joel Hood 0429 886 188 961610 acres
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BEACHSIDE YAROOMBA - BAREFOOT LUXURY
IN a move set to redefine prestige coastal living on the Sunshine Coast, the Dennis Family Corporation has commenced the public release of land sales for Beachside Yaroomba.
Recognised as one of the most significant coastal landholdings on the Sunshine Coast, this landmark 18.5-hectare project, framed by Mount Coolum and the ocean, will be developed as a private gated community.
Beachside Yaroomba will ultimately comprise approximately 300 dwellings; a carefully curated mix of home sites, beach homes and premium apartments, all designed to reflect a relaxed, contemporary coastal aesthetic. Surrounded by dunes and native vegetation, and with direct access to the white sands of Yaroomba Beach, this represents one of the rarest residential offerings in the nation.
The first release, Mabini, introduces a limited number of premium Home Sites from $1.18M for generous 480sqm+ lots.
“This is a highly desirable lifestyle destination. Opportunities like this are simply not being created anymore,” said Dennis Family Corporation Director, Grant Dennis. “To own land within a secure, master planned beachside
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community of this calibre is extraordinarily rare, not just on the Sunshine Coast, but anywhere in Australia; and, we believe the last to be
developed in south east Queensland.”
“Our vision is to deliver a lasting legacy, a coastal sanctuary that honours the site’s
natural beauty while offering an elevated lifestyle for future residents,” Mr Dennis said. “Beachside Yaroomba will be a timeless address and a thriving community for generations to come.”
He continued, “This is the last major beachside site on the Sunshine Coast and the final opportunity for buyers to build in such a unique setting close to existing services and amenities.”
“Masterplanned to encapsulate and enhance the natural beauty of this gated estate, Beachside Yaroomba will feature resort-style amenities exclusive for residents, including a swimming pool, barbecue pavilion, pickleball court and native landscaping linking open parks, pathways, beside a lake and beach access points.”
In a country where true beachside land is rapidly vanishing, Beachside Yaroomba represents a generational opportunity. This is not just a place to build a home; it is a rare investment in a secure 18.5-hectare master planned community just moments from the ocean, bordered by dunes, bushland and Mt Coolum. It’s a lifestyle defined by nature, exclusivity, and enduring value.
Address: Sales Centre, 4 Beach Club Close, Yaroomba, BEACHSIDE YAROOMBA Price: From $1.18M Inspect: Wednesday - Sunday, 9.00am - 2.00pm
Contact: JOHN CUTULI 1300 111 242
BlackMountain
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9.30AM -10.15AM220BlackMountain Range Road 421 OffersOver$3,000,000 Hinternoosa0422923851
5.00PM -5.30PM368BlackMountain Road 443 $1,895,000 Laguna RealEstate0421283951 Boreen Point
Tucked within a private, leafy estate beside Noosa Springs Golf Course, 27 Honey Myrtle Road blends luxury with low-maintenance living. A modern open-plan layout flows to multiple indoor and outdoor spaces, with floor-to-ceiling glass inviting in light and greenery. The alfresco and pool capture the northern sun, while the designer kitchen, indulgent master suite and dedicated home office deliver effortless comfort. With no lawns to mow and resort-style amenities nearby, enjoy contemporary Noosa living just moments from Hastings Street and world-class beaches.
•Tourist Accommodation zoning (STCA);ashrewdinvestmentforlive-in or holiday let
O/O$2,650,000Considered
Sat& Wed10-10.30am Or By Appointment
Lachie Woods
LIVE THE DREAM - STUNNING RIVER VIEWS
SET within the exclusive “Como” complex on Gympie Terrace, this house-sized apartment offers a rare blend of space, style, and convenience—all on a single level. With elevator access, the apartment opens to expansive, light-filled living spaces, where three generously sized bedrooms radiate from the heart of the home.
A well-appointed kitchen overlooks the openplan lounge and dining area, seamlessly flowing out to a sun-drenched north-facing terrace. From here, take in the stunning views of the Noosa River, framed by beautifully manicured gardens and a sparkling pool.
Perfect as a private retreat or an investment, this apartment is a popular holiday rental, allowing you to enjoy your own getaways while generating income when you’re not in residence. It comes fully furnished, with strong forward bookings already in place.
Secure and gated, the complex includes under-building carparking, owner storage, and space for your kayaks—everything you need for a relaxed Noosa lifestyle. Just steps from the vibrant Noosa River restaurant and boutique
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precinct, this is an incredibly convenient and highly desirable location.
Elevator access is a rare luxury in Noosaville, making this apartment an exceptional opportunity to secure prime real estate in one of the area’s most sought-after addresses.
Property highlights you’ll love . . .
• House sized apartment, generous proportions, one level
• Rarely available elevator access from the under-building carpark
• North facing with Noosa River views across manicured, tropical gardens
• Three large bedrooms radiate from the lightfilled central living
• Well equipped kitchen overlooks the lounge/ dining to the sun-filled terrace
• Lovely pool area, sheltered and catching the northern sun
• Fully furnished; secure and gated owner storage for your kayaks
• Popular holiday let with strong future bookings – and enjoy your own holidays
• Convenient to everything – cafes, restaurants, boutiques, water activities
Contact: Melanie Butcher 0407 379 893, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE
TRANQUILLITY AT YELLOW CREEK COTTAGE
DISCOVER the historic character of “Yellow Creek Cottage” and its ultimate sustainable living on offer. This beautifully preserved and thoughtfully updated 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom home, set on 6.2 acres in the peaceful surrounds of Wolvi is just a short drive from Gympie and the Noosa Hinterland.
Originally built in the 1920s, this charming 105-year-old residence features striking 3-metrehigh ceilings in the original section of the home and timber floors made from Northern Rivers hardwoods giving the perfect combination of traditional warmth and modern comfort.
Ideal for families or those seeking a serene retreat with self-sufficient living, this property has something for everyone. Inside, you’ll find a welcoming and spacious layout, with multiple indoor and outdoor living zones perfect for relaxing or entertaining.
In the heart of the home is a large, lightfilled country style kitchen complete with white cabinetry, a striking farmhouse double bowl sink, two drawer dishwasher and plenty of working bench space. Designed to make life easy, the kitchen also boasts a free standing 900 electric oven with a 5 burner gas stove, perfect for large families or entertaining guests.
The generously sized master bedroom with ensuite has direct access to a wide verandah, the superb space to enjoy the morning light or unwind with views of the surrounding rural
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landscape. The second large bathroom with a luxurious double shower, leads directly outside to a screened outdoor bath.
Fitted with so many extras this home also comes with a wood fire place, 5kW solar power system and 2 x 10,000L water tanks. There is also a below ground swimming pool and a separate single garage.
Live sustainably with 14 raised and fenced vegetable beds, a netted chicken coop for daily fresh eggs, and a running creek through the rainforest section of the land. There is even a
bore connected to nine garden outlets - perfect for all year round food production.
An established orchard features an abundance of fruit including oranges, lemons, Tahitian and Kaffir limes, pink grapefruit, five varieties of dragon fruit, figs, avocados, mangoes, pawpaw, mandarins, custard apples, cumquat and blood oranges.
Located just 5 minutes from Wolvi Primary School, 15 minutes from Gympie High School, and 45 minutes from both Noosaville and Tin Can Bay, this property offers rural privacy with
practical convenience. Buses to private schools pass the front gate with collection available via school arrangements.
This is more than just a home, it’s a lifestyle steeped in history, nurtured by nature, and built for the future. If you’ve been dreaming of wide open spaces, sustainable living, and the charm of yesteryear with all the comforts of today, this is your rare chance to make it a reality. Don’t let it pass you by, come and experience it for yourself. Contact Craig or Jasmine Taylor for your personal appointment.
Address: 1157 Kin Kin Road, WOLVI Description: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: Offers Over $1,299,000 Considered Inspect: By appointment
Contact: Craig Taylor 0421 283 951 and Jasmine Taylor 0430 848 277, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE
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•Private,leafy enclave,aneasy stroll to NoosaRiverandGympieTerrace
•Light filled, open plan design,soaring cathedralceilings
