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It’s a three-peat for Tigers By Julian Pitts The Rococo Noosa Tigers Inclusion team has made it three flags in a row after a convincing win over Premiership favourites Carrara on the Gold Coast last Saturday. The Brett Evans coached Tigers jumped their opposition kicking 4 goals in the opening stanza to set up what in the end was a winning lead. A never say die attack on the footy at the coal face and some very accurate kicking for goal were a constant for the ‘three peat‘ Tigers who are now clearly the number one inclusion team in South East Queensland. A fantastic achievement from all involved and something the Noosa Tigers AFC are extremely proud of. Zac Holmes was awarded the man of the match award with an outstanding four quarter game whilst coach Brett Evans just thrilled with the entire team performance. “To do this three times in a row you need a bit of luck but more so have role players who just do their bit for the team. We have them and across the board I thought our boys were just superb!’ Evans said. Just a wonderful achievement! Continued page 2

Tigers Inclusion Team, third times a winner. (Craig Slaney Photography)

New battery is live Noosa is now home to one of Queensland’s first community batteries, with the project officially launched today following the completion of installation works in Noosaville. The community battery, located in MacGregor Park, is the result of a three-year partnership between Council, Zero Emissions Noosa Inc, the Yarra Energy Foundation, Acacia Energy and Energy Queensland, supported by the Australian Government’s Community Batteries for Household Solar program. Assistant Minister for Regional Development and Senator for Queensland Anthony Chisholm said the project would help Noosa households

harness more locally generated energy. “The Albanese Government is creating a fairer energy system for all Australians. “A key part of this is our Community Batteries for Household Solar Program, which is helping households’ stores cheap electricity during the day for later use. “We’re thrilled to have partnered with Noosa Shire Council to help deliver one of Queensland’s first community batteries in South East Queensland.” Noosa Mayor Frank Wilkie said the community battery was a significant milestone for Noosa

and the broader clean energy transition across the state. “This project allows us to make better use of the renewable energy already being generated in our community while helping Noosa play its part in the global transition away from fossil fuels and towards cleaner, more affordable technologies,” Mayor Frank Wilkie said. The 360Wh battery stores excess rooftop solar energy during the day and shares it back with the local neighbourhood during peak evening hours, acting as an energy bank that stabilizes the local energy grid and supports renewable energy access.

“The Noosaville community is now seeing the benefits, with more locally generated electricity going back into the grid for households to use when demand is high,” Senator Chisholm said. The McGregor Park location was chosen for the community battery because of the high concentration of solar-powered homes in the surrounding neighbourhood. “Importantly, even people who don’t have solar panels on their homes can benefit, with more renewable energy available through the local electricity network,” Mayor Wilkie said. Continued page 2

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New battery is live From page 1 “We’ve worked with project partners to address concerns around safety and noise and to ensure the battery meets stringent fire and electromagnetic field safety standards.” The battery is connected directly to the electricity grid rather than individual homes, so residents don’t need to opt in to the program and will not notice any disruption to their power supply or bill. “This project shows what’s possible when community groups, industry and local government work together. The community battery will help maximise the solar energy Noosaville is already producing and make clean energy more accessible across the neighbourhood,” Zero Emissions Noosa Chair Anne Kennedy said. Extensive community engagement and feedback helped shape the project, with the Noosaville site selected due to its high concentration of rooftop solar systems and favourable local electricity network conditions. “Community-scale energy projects like this can help reduce pressure on the grid and build community understanding of the transition underway. We’re delighted to have been able to support Noosa Shire Council with this project,” CEO Yarra Energy Foundation Dean Kline said. The battery incorporates multiple layers of protection, including three safety barriers, builtin fire suppression systems, automated shutdown capability, and heat and smoke detection technology.

It’s a three-peat for local Tigers team From page 1 The Noosa Tigers Senior Women had a comprehensive 10 goal win against the third placed Redcliffe last Saturday at Rococo oval to finish on top of the AFLW Nth Div 2 ladder and now host Caloundra at Rococo oval on Saturday 22 August in the major semi final with the winner heading straight to the big dance. Charlotte Rudd and champion on baller Ragen Mills were the catalyst behind the Tigers big victory whilst Forwards Ayla Airdrie (4 goals) and Zoe Wood (3 goals) were dangerous all day. Charli Todd was superb again in the back line with her dashing run and carry and Ynez Harrop was a tower of strength as the Tigers key defender. Veteran Kellie Barker was busy as usual with a very exciting few weeks coming up for our Tiger women. Media Award Votes 5. C.Todd 4. C.Rudd 3. R.Mills 2. L. Chalmers 1. M. Bovalino Media Award Votes(Men)

5. S.Willoughby 4. T.Winter 3. R.McKenzie 2. K.Cates 1. J.Mure Our three men’s teams went down in all three grades to the might of Morningside with only the colts showing any real resistance. Another three big games for our men’s teams this Saturday as we host Gold Coast powerhouse and co-flag favourites Palm Beach. Reserves at 10.30am, Seniors at 1pm and colts at 3.45 pm coinciding with our annual mega auction day with special guest speaker David Schwarze. A massive congrats to champion local Mav Pettigrove on playing his 150th Senior game for the club last weekend. The Sunrise boy has been a wonderfull player and continues to be for his entire Junior and Senior career. The dual Senior Premiership player is an elite boy user and has been one of the Tiger faithfuls favourite players to watch for many a year! Great stuff Mav! Good luck to all those Noosa Tiger Junior teams playing finals this weekend!

Zac Holmes judged Best on Ground in the Inclusion Grand Final. (Craig Slaney Photography)

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Police Minister Dan Purdie, acting Police Commissioner Shane Holmes, Snr const Peter Elford and SLSQ CEO Damien Marangon join surf life savers at Coolum Surf Club.

Clubbies to cops plan By Margie Maccoll

cedures, street craft, operational skills, how to drive a police car under pressure. learn a variety of skills, interviewing people, victim-centric trauma informed practices with victims of crime and go out in the community to make it safer,” he said. Last year the police academy put through more than 1000 recruits and they were hoping to do the same this year, he said. SLSQ CEO Damien Marangon said SLSQ and police have had a long and rich history of working together and this initiative would further cements their working relationship. “When you think about police and Surf Life Saving you think of people in the community who put people first,” he said. “You think about the instinct to lean into trouble, to lean toward danger. That instinct is shared. “This partnership is about recognising these skills and experience and qualifications have a much broader use. “Many of the skills developed in surf lifesaving - teamwork, leadership, emergency response and resilience - complement policing, just as the experience and expertise of QPS officers strengthen our volunteer network.” Senior Constable Peter Elford exemplifies the path from surf life saver to police officer. He started surf life saving as a nipper at the

age of 13 years but had never thought of becoming a police officer before joining the surf club. Snr const Elford is now training to be a detective and continues to volunteer with surf life saving. “I was fortunate that in my club there were a couple of members who were in the police service, well respected members of the club in leadership roles. That influenced me to start thinking about it. Through talking to them about it I decided to join up,” he said. “I signed up in 2014 at age of 20 and got a lot of support from the surf club. “I think it’s a great initiative that we’re tapping into. “There’s a lot of skill sets that are immediately transferable - first aid, resuscitation, using defibrillators, driving IRBs, jet skis, search and rescues, up to driving helicopters “There’s a lot of skills you develop on the beach. You’re working in a team so in any patrol you have a patrol captain managing things. You get experience working together in a team and everybody’s got their role.” To learn more about joining the Queensland Police Service, visit police.qld.gov.au. For information on becoming a volunteer surf lifesaver, visit lifesaving.com.au.

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“We want more clubbies to be cops,” Police Minister Dan Purdie said at Coolum Surf Club last Friday when he announced a new initiative to encourage surf life savers to sign up for the police force and police officers to be volunteer life savers. “It’s been a well worn path, one I followed as a teenager to the academy.” Mr Purdie said Surf Life Saving Queensland (SLSQ) and the Queensland Police Commissioner recently got together to formalise a path for surf lifesavers “who we know are motivated, are fit and have community service at their heart to sign up to be Queensland Police officers”. “What we’re doing is surf life savers will be going to the police academy to talk to police recruits to motivate them to volunteer and we’ll have police officers talking to those surf clubs to motivate those young people, who are learning those skills of first aid and rescue because we know they’re courageous, we know they’ve put the safety of Queenslanders first,” he said. Acting police commissioner Shane Holmes, who runs the police academy, said the Queensland Police Service (QPS) was al-

ways looking across the community to identify those people with the types of skills sets, those values of putting others before themselves, who were fit, healthy and want to make a difference in the community, who want to make it safer. “It was an obvious choice to collaborate with SLSQ. They have similar values, they want to protect the community, they have courage. It’s all about sense of community, they’re the values we stand by as well,” he said. “It’s well tested our interoperationability, in marine safety, search and rescue, disaster management. At times we get our resources together on the beach to prevent crime. “Surf life savers are able to read situations very quickly, able to respond decisively, manage emergencies. They manage incidents, dealing with people that are under distress, and working together as a team. In frontline policing you do that every day.” Mr Holmes said the recruits would follow the same application process as any person, a robust process in which they have to demonstrate they are the right fit for the organisation, but would bring with them a lot of very good skills which they would acknowledge. “They’ll undertake the 32 week program at the academy. They’ll learn laws, policies, pro-

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LifeFlight’s triple call out The Sunshine Coast-based LifeFlight aeromedical crew completed three back-to-back missions last Sunday including winching a fallen climber stranded overnight on Mt Beerwah. The LifeFlight helicopter was tasked at 8.12am by Retrieval Services Queensland and located the male climber on the southern side of Mount Beerwah with Queensland Fire and Rescue mountain rescue firefighters. The firefighters had spent the night with the patient after climbing down a vertical face to provide first aid, food and water. A drone was later deployed in the morning to deliver food. The LifeFlight rescue crew officer (RCO) and a rescue capsule were winched down to the patient and firefighters where they had camped out on a cliff ledge. The RCO, patient and mountain rescue equipment were winched back into the helicopter, which then landed at the base of the mountain. The patient, who had sustained an ankle injury and was aged in his 20s, was handed over to Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) paramedics and road transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital in a stable condition for further treatment. The crew was then tasked at 11.41am to Noosa North Shore after a teenage girl fell from a horse on a beach. In a multi-agency response, the incident was attended by Queensland Police Service (QPS) officers and Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) paramedics. The critical care LifeFlight doctor and QAS flight paramedic worked with local QAS paramedics to treat the patient for a dislocated kneecap. She was airlifted to Sunshine Coast University Hospital in a stable condition for further treatment. The crew was then tasked at 3.34pm to a

LifeFlight crew locate a male climber on Mount Beerwah with QFRS mountain rescue firefighters. (LifeFlight) farm in Brooloo in the Gympie region after a motorbike incident. The critical care LifeFlight doctor and QAS

flight paramedic worked with local QAS paramedics to treat the patient for suspected head and spinal injuries.

The man, in his 30s, was airlifted to Sunshine Coast University Hospital in a stable condition for further treatment.

State Flying Squad surge into Wide Bay region for support The State Flying Squad (SFS) recently completed a deployment to the Wide Bay region, with officers based out of Bundaberg and Hervey Bay, to support local police and help make the community safer. Last month, the Squad charged 45 people with 183 charges, ranging from property crime to drug and domestic violence offences. The Squad provided an investigative surge capacity, supporting local policing activities including the execution of search warrants, and conducting proactive operations and high-visibility patrols from 15 – 22 July Officers from the Squad’s in-built intelligence unit also deployed to the region, to assist in identifying and locating targets, and provide real-time information to help apprehend serious offenders who continue to cause harm to the Wide Bay community. During the deployment, SFS investigators assisted the Hervey Bay Tactical Crime Squad (TCS), Dog Squad and local police with the arrest of a 19-year-old Urangan man. TCS officers forced entry into an Urangan residence, before the man allegedly ran, but was located and apprehended by police on a nearby

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On another occasion, SFS officers and local police executed an arrest warrant for a juvenile at a Granville residence. He was charged with 11 counts of stealing, 3 counts of fraud and one count each of enter and commit, wilful damage and obstruct police.

The juvenile was remanded in custody and was expected to appear in Maryborough Children’s Court on 4 August. While stationed in Bundaberg, SFS officers also executed a search warrant at a Kepnock residence, allegedly locating and seizing dangerous drugs. A 24-year-old Kepnock man was charged with 56 counts of supply drugs, and one count each of trafficking dangerous drugs and contravene access order. Detective Inspector Joe Nixon said the Squad is focused on deploying into crime hotspots across the state as needed to deter further criminal behaviour. “We support local police and other specialist capability policing units by increasing police visibility with extra boots on the ground. “We’ll remain committed to keeping Queensland communities safe and I look forward to seeing these fantastic results continue, wherever we deploy.” If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting

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Police investigate damage Left to right: Cooroy Chamber of Commerce members Maxine Kiel, Roy Vanderberg, MP Marty Hunt, John Mahoney Sunshine Coast Police, Cr and Mayor Frank Wilkie and Cooroy Police members. (Supplied) 570432_02

Cooroy CCTV upgrade Cooroy’s CCTV network is set for an upgrade, with existing cameras to be replaced as part of a $141,329 project jointly funded by the State Government, the Cooroy Chamber of Commerce and Noosa Shire Council. The project has received $70,664 in State Government funding through Round 2 of the State Government’s Secure Communities Partnership Program, with the Cooroy Chamber of Commerce and Noosa Shire Council jointly funding the remaining capital cost. Delivered in partnership with the Cooroy Chamber of Commerce and Queensland Police Service (QPS), the project will replace the town’s 10-year-old CCTV technology with a modern system designed to provide clearer and more reliable coverage across key areas of Cooroy. Member for Nicklin Marty Hunt said the investment would deliver a practical improvement to community safety and support businesses in Cooroy town centre. “Cooroy is a proud and vibrant community, and people should feel safe when they are visiting the town centre, running a business or going about their daily lives,” Mr Hunt said. “This project will replace the existing CCTV network, which I understand has experienced regular outages due to the age and condition of the current technology. “Reliable CCTV is an important tool in supporting community safety. The upgraded cameras will provide clearer coverage, help deter criminal activity and provide valuable evidence

Marty Hunt MP with Cr Frank Wilkie. (Supplied) 570432_01 to Queensland Police when incidents occur. “It’s great to see Noosa Council successfully applying for State Government funding for a project that will have a direct and practical benefit for the Cooroy community. “This is a strong example of the State Government, local council, the business community and Queensland Police working together to deliver an outcome that will support businesses, residents and visitors. Noosa Shire Mayor Frank Wilkie said the project demonstrated the value of collaboration between council, State Government, local businesses and police. “This project is a great example of what can be achieved when local partners work together to deliver practical improvements for the community.” For the past 10 years, the Cooroy Chamber of Commerce has installed, managed and maintained the town’s CCTV network in partnership

with local businesses, Queensland Police and community stakeholders, supporting community safety and business security. Chamber Vice President Roy Vanderberg said the funding demonstrated the State Government and Council’s commitment to supporting regional communities and ensuring country towns remain safe, vibrant places to live, work and visit. “The Cooroy Chamber of Commerce has long recognised the importance of maintaining a safe and prosperous town centre,” Mr Vanderberg said. “This funding is an investment in the future of Cooroy. The upgraded system will also provide valuable evidence when incidents occur, assisting police investigations and helping to identify offenders.” The existing cameras will be replaced with new technology, with footage relayed to Cooroy Police Station for monitoring by agreement and consistent with current arrangements. Noosa Council will now commence project planning, including engagement with the Cooroy business community and Queensland Police Service (QPS) to define and implement a high-quality system supported by appropriate procedures and operating protocols. This work will be undertaken collaboratively with the Cooroy Chamber of Commerce and QPS. Council is also keen to explore emerging technologies to ensure the system is future-ready and continues to support the safety and wellbeing of the Cooroy community.

Sunshine Coast Police are investigating multiple wilful damage incidents in Mooloolaba, following reports of anti-social behaviour in the area. Just before 10.20pm on 20 June, police were called to a disturbance involving a large group of youths near a bus stop on Mooloolaba Esplanade near the intersection with Meta Street. Upon arrival, officers observed a glass panel at the bus stop had been damaged. A 15-year-old boy suffered lacerations to his leg and was taken to Sunshine Coast University Hospital in a stable condition. At 10pm on 5 July, police were called to another disturbance involving a large group of youths near a park on Mooloolaba Esplanade close to the intersection with Brisbane Road. Following further enquiries, officers observed damage to the toilet block caused by a small fire. No other structures were damaged, and the fire was extinguished prior to police arriving on scene. Around 9pm on August 3, an unknown number of offenders caused significant damage to a toilet block on Mooloolaba Esplanade near Venning Street, ripping off cubicle doors. No charges have been laid over either incident, and investigations into all incidents are ongoing. Officer in Charge of Maroochydore Station Senior Sergeant Jacob Flaherty said youths creating disturbances can expect to see police anywhere, anytime. “We are also asking parents to work with police in preventing and disrupting any possible anti-social behaviour or offending,” he said. “Be aware of your child’s whereabouts, who they are with, and what activities they are undertaking.” If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting

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Housing needs unmet

More needs to be done to meet housing needs in Noosa, council report found. amendments but they also allow tiny homes to be built on church land, affordable housing to be built on community facilities land and they further restrict the loss of new dwellings in medium, high density, rural residential and rural zones to short term accommodation (STA). “The focus is on making better use of existing stock by encouraging options such as secondary dwellings, rural rentals, share housing, room accommodation and tiny homes. “The State government has also made substantial commitment to increase social housing in Noosa after council advocated for 25 per cent increase in investment in social housing, with an extra 103 social and public housing dwellings either approved or progressing

across the shire. “These are in addition to 25 social housing dwellings on Lake Macdonald Drive, Cooroy, being developed in a partnership between Council and community housing provider Coast2Bay. “Council has encouraged the transfer of STA back to principal place of residence or non-principal place of residence. Since the introduction of a Local Law in 2023, 360 approved STAs have cancelled their approvals and a further 112 approvals have not been renewed.” Cr Wilkie said more work to be done included reviewing infrastructure charges for rooming accommodation and community residences and investigating new housing models such as co-housing, communal and

multi-generational housing. He said the future of building more housing on council-owned parcels of land on Lake MacDonald drive, Cooroy would be subject to public consultation and feasibility studies for affordable housing on council car parks was underway through a federally-funded housing supply program. “Council will continue to advocate for additional social housing, encouraging better use of existing housing stock and working with service providers to address homelessness and housing stress,” he said. Councillors voted unanimously to approve the Housing Monitoring report with a final decision to be made on the matter at Council’s Ordinary meeting on 20 August.

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A Noosa Council report released this week shows despite a range of actions council implemented since it adopted a Housing Strategy in 2022 many people are living in housing stress and workers are increasingly unable to afford suitable accommodation in Noosa. The report which assesses progress against specific targets considered as part of Council’s Housing Monitoring Program found actions implemented had achieved some positive housing outcomes. These actions included planning scheme amendments that facilitate increased housing choice including small dwellings and affordable rental premises, financial policy change to support delivery of secondary dwellings and affordable rental premises, release of development-ready land for community housing at Cooroy, and successfully advocating for State Government investment into increased social housing in Noosa Shire. However many local residents still have unmet housing needs or are living in housing stress, the report showed. “Local workers of Noosa Shire are still struggling to find suitable accommodation near work,” it said. “Families and individuals have left the Shire due to the cost of living here. We are seeing some diversification of dwellings being delivered however we are still seeing a domination of large low-density homes, ultimately housing small households. The permanent rental market is not expanding and continues to be both limited and expensive. There is still a gap of entry-level housing for both homebuyers and renters.” The report stated that not-for-profit social support organisations, government agencies, elected representatives and Council officers were responding to the needs of people living with or facing homelessness, as well as those living in unsafe situations rather than risking homelessness but more needed to be done to address housing choice before people are in crisis situation. Mayor Frank Wilkie said while the housing report highlighted a range of actions implemented since the Housing Strategy was adopted in 2022 he acknowledged there was more work to do but that many of the factors contributing to the housing affordability crisis were beyond council’s control. Some of those factors include rising land values, escalating construction costs, labour shortages, high interest rates, cost of living pressures, they’re all affecting the delivery of housing, not just in Noosa, he said. Cr Willkie said the report showed more than 1000 additional dwellings had been approved since 2021, placing Noosa on track to meet the target set by State Government of 2200 additional dwellings by 2031. Amendments to the Noosa Plan and removal of infrastructure costs for secondary dwellings had encouraged the building of smaller homes and affordable rental accommodation, he said. “There’s been an extra 200 secondary dwellings built in recent years and a good uptake of small dwelling incentives with 250 small additional units approved and developed. “It’s too early to assess the success of these

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Electric cars on the rise If you’ve noticed more electric cars on Noosa’s roads lately, you’re not imagining it. From compact hatchbacks and family SUVs to delivery vans and the latest electric utes, EVs are becoming an increasingly familiar sight across the Shire. What was once considered a niche technology has quickly become a mainstream choice for local drivers. The first electric vehicle was registered in Noosa in 2014, but it wasn’t until the past five years that adoption really took off. Today, there more than 900 fully electric vehicles and over 1,700 hybrids registered across the Shire. Noosa Council is gradually electrifying its fleet, Kinetic’s new Noosa bus depot has been future-proofed to support more electric buses, and many ride share passengers can now choose and EV for their trip. So why are more Noosa residents making the switch? A big part of the answer is choice and affordability. Just a few years ago Australians had only a handful of electric models to choose from, many carrying premium price tags. Today there are dozens available, with some starting in the mid$30,000s. Increased competition, advances in battery technology and lower operating costs are making electric vehicles an attractive option for mer households than ever before. Around two per cent of all registered vehicles in Noosa are now fully electric, with that number continuing to grow each month. Nationally, almost one in two new vehicle sold is now either an electric vehicle or hybrid, highlighting just how quickly

EVs at the Noosa EV Expo. (Supplied) Australians are embracing lower-emission transport. Many owners charge at home using rooftop solar, making everyday driving remarkably inexpensive. Others simply enjoy the convenience of rarely needing to visit a petrol station. The growing variety of vehicles is also changing perceptions. Affordable models such as the MG4 and BYD Dolphin appeal to commuters, retirees and firsttime buyers, while families are increasingly choosing electric SUVs. Businesses are also beginning to adopt electric vans for local deliveries and service work, and with electric it’s now entering the market, tradies have more options than ever before. Zero Emissions Noosa chair Anne Kennedy re-

cently purchased a new EV. “I wanted the practicality of an SUV, around 600 kilometres of driving range for longer trips, and vehicle-to-load capability so I can power appliances when we’re travelling,” she said. “Having a local dealership for servicing was also important, so I chose mid-priced EV that ticked all those boxes.” Josh Stevens, a ZEN member and Business Energy Advisor, said switching to an EV simply made financial sense. “Every day I kept driving my petrol car was costing me money,” he said. “Charging at home costs me about $3 for more than 400 kilometres of driving, servicing is fixed at $190 a year, and the car comes with an eight-year warranty. Beyond the

savings, it’s quieter, safer, better equipped and simply a more enjoyable car to drive.” The stereotype of the “typical” EV driver has all but disappeared. Today’s owners include teachers, tradies, retirees, business owners and young families. While their reasons for making the switch differ, many appreciate the lower running costs, quieter driving experience and the opportunity to reduce their environmental footprint. With more models arriving each year and prices continuing to become more competitive, electric vehicles are rapidly becoming part of everyday life in Noosa. If you’re curious about making the switch, comparing models and understanding what’s available, The Driven (the driven.io) is an excellent place to start.

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Sit, rollover, reboot At the University of Sunshine Coast, which has a campus in Gympie, students have successfully taught robodogs new tricks, developing an app that uses voice commands to herd sheep. Realising a vision of cult cartoon The Jetsons, UniSC robodogs will appear alongside livestock at Queensland’s largest agricultural show, the Ekka, from Saturday 8 to Sunday 16 August. A previous UniSC student project trained Unitree Go2 robodogs to herd sheep autonomously using cameras, sensors and artificial intelligence. However, project supervisor Dr Erica Mealy said advances had been made by listening to those who would use the technology – farmers. “Although the robodogs were originally intended to operate autonomously, working-dog handlers gave feedback indicating they wanted to remain in control,” Dr Mealy said. “Rather than rely solely on automation, this allows a different, user-led experience. “We wanted the robodog to stop when a handler said ‘stop’, or flank the back of the flock when a handler gave a certain command. “Just like when we were first approached, the aim here is to assist with a practice which can be costly, labour-intensive and physically demanding.”

UniSC honours student Abdullah al Muhsin said the voice-command project centred on a web-based app allowing users to issue commands via a phone or laptop. “The app listens to what you’re saying, recognises specific commands and sends those instructions to the robodog,” Mr al Muhsin said. The system uses Google Chrome’s built-in speech-recognition technology to listen for basic commands such as “stop“, “away“ and “come by“. When a user speaks, the app converts their words into text and identifies any recognised commands, transmitting the instruction to the robodog via a WebSocket API, creating a live link between the browser and the robodog. Software running on an onboard NVIDIA Jetson computer receives the command and translates it into movement, allowing the robodog to respond in real time. Mr al Muhsin said the software was designed to work with any user rather than being trained to recognise a specific voice. About 30,000 people each day are expected to watch UniSC’s robodogs in action in the Ekka Main Arena from 6.30pm. This year marks 150 years of the Royal Queensland Show, now referred to as the Ekka.

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“Vegas and I made so many wonderful memories through the challenge, so it feels special that Angel and I can be part of the final one together. “Every kilometre you walk and every dollar you raise helps create more life-changing partnerships just like the one I had with Vegas and the one I now have with Angel. Let’s make this final PAWGUST the biggest one yet.” People across Noosa and the Sunshine Coast can participate individually or as part of a team with family, friends or work colleagues. Participants who register will receive a complimentary pedometer to track their progress and can earn fundraising rewards throughout the month. Registrations remain open throughout August. Participants can sign up online, create a fundraising page and begin walking at any time during the month: www.pawgust.com.au

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Noosa dog lovers are being encouraged to lace up their walking shoes and join the final-ever PAWGUST challenge this month, helping raise funds to support people living with low vision or blindness. Guide Dogs Queensland is calling on the Sunshine Coast community, including Noosa residents, to take part in the month-long fundraising event, with a goal of raising $120,000. Participants are encouraged to walk or run at least 60 kilometres during August while raising money to support the organisation’s work training Guide Dogs and delivering essential services that help people live with greater confidence and independence. Since launching eight years ago, PAWGUST has raised almost $8 million nationally for Guide Dogs organisations across Australia. Guide Dogs Queensland chief executive officer Jock Beveridge said organisers hoped to make the final edition of the challenge the biggest yet. “Over the past eight years, PAWGUST has encouraged Australians to join the pack and walk for those who have a critical need for our services, raising close to $8 million across the country,” he said. “We want to make this final PAWGUST a powerful celebration of what our community can achieve when we come together to support people who are blind or have low vision. “All good things must come to an end and, as Guide Dogs Queensland continues to evolve, so will the ways we bring our community together to support this cause.” Mr Beveridge said the organisation’s Bridging the Gap to 2032 campaign aimed to double its services by 2032, requiring new approaches to fundraising and community engagement. It costs more than $50,000 to raise and train a single Guide Dog. Long-time Guide Dogs Queensland client and

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Art show aims to attract By Steve Linnell A unique outdoor art exhibition celebrating the people behind Noosa Marina’s businesses is drawing visitors to Tewantin this month while helping support traders affected by the long-running Doonella Bridge upgrade.

The Renaissance in Noosa exhibition, created by artist Steven Hill, is on display throughout August at Noosa Marina, featuring a series of large-scale Renaissance-inspired portraits printed on brushed aluminium. Each artwork reimagines the owners and staff of the marina’s retail and hospitality businesses in the style of classical Renaissance paintings, highlighting the personalities and stories behind the local enterprises. The exhibition was conceived as a community initiative to encourage visitors back to the marina following disruption caused by the nearby Doonella Bridge works, which have affected access and trading conditions for many businesses. Visitors are invited to stroll through the open-air exhibition while exploring the marina’s cafes, restaurants and specialty stores. Adding an interactive element, the exhibition includes a People’s Choice Award, with participating businesses donating thousands of dollars’ worth of prizes for visitors who vote for their favourite artwork. The exhibition also coincides with artist Steven Hill’s participation in the Noosa Open Studios Art Trail, creating another reason for art lovers to visit the marina during August. Hill said the project was designed to demonstrate how public art could help strengthen community connections while supporting local businesses.

By combining portraiture with storytelling, the exhibition showcases the people who help make Noosa Marina a destination for locals and visitors alike. Organisers hope the exhibition will attract visitors from across Noosa and the wider Sunshine Coast, contributing to tourism recovery and increased patronage for marina businesses following months of disruption from nearby infrastructure works. The exhibition is free to attend and will remain on display throughout August, giving residents and visitors plenty of opportunity to experience the unique blend of art, history and local storytelling at Noosa Marina.

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Bridge upgrade is moving forward Critical upgrades to Doonella Lake Bridge are progressing smoothly, helping to ensure the 58-year-old structure, that carries 20,000 vehicles a day, can continue to meet current and future transport demands in our shire. So far, crews have been repairing and strengthening the bridge structure, constructing retaining walls near the bridge approaches and undertaking roadworks on the southern side of the bridge to improve ground stability and support for the roadway. Upcoming works include installing temporary

scaffolding under the bridge, cleaning and repairing deteriorated concrete and corroded steel within the bridge supports and constructing new structural elements to strengthen the bridge and improve its long-term performance. Council Infrastructure Services Director Shaun Walsh thanked the community for its patience and resilience. “While these works are unavoidable and need to be completed, the congestion and delays they cause are tough on everyone. The patience and understanding from motorists around the bridge

works and from the local business community has been commendable,” Mr Walsh said. Council seeks the assistance of motorists so traffic moves smoothly through the roundabouts, by allowing others to merge and keeping roundabouts clear during peak periods. Council is closely monitoring traffic conditions and reminds all road users to stay alert for cyclists, particularly eastbound on Memorial Drive and when turning into Lake Street. New line markings are also in place at the intersection outside Noosa Lakes resort to remind

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Late night bus service trial extended for further 12 months By Steve Linnell Getting home safely after a night out on the Sunshine Coast will remain easier and more affordable, with the region’s successful late-night bus trial extended for another 12 months. The jointly funded initiative by Sunshine Coast Council and the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads will now continue until 2 August 2027, with enhanced Friday and Saturday night services on Route 616 linking Maroochydore, Mooloolaba, Buderim, Sippy Downs, UniSC and Palmview. While the service operates outside Noosa, the extension is expected to benefit Noosa residents visiting the Sunshine Coast’s nightlife precincts, along with students, hospitality workers and visitors travelling around the region. The trial, launched in July 2025, added extra late-night trips, improved connections between

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Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli said strong community support had prompted the extension. “Since the trial began, we’ve seen growing awareness and strong support for a service that helps people get home safely while supporting our local nightlife, hospitality businesses and visitor economy,” Mayor Natoli said. “It’s also a positive example of how we can work proactively with the Queensland Government to influence future transport outcomes and position our region for essential routes and services that will help shape a more connected Sunshine Coast. “As a local government, initiatives like this give us an important opportunity to look at our region-wide approach to the public transport network, ensuring the Sunshine Coast has a strong voice in securing the connections needed as our region grows.”

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Homelessness expected to rise By Steve Linnell The number of people experiencing homelessness across the Sunshine Coast is expected to have risen sharply since the last Census, with housing advocates warning the region’s rental crisis has pushed more people into cars, vans and rough sleeping. The warning comes ahead of the 2026 Australian Census on August 11, just days after National Homelessness Week, with all residents – including those sleeping rough – encouraged to take part. More than 1,200 Sunshine Coast residents were recorded as experiencing homelessness in the 2021 Census. St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland believes the 2026 Census is likely to reveal a significant increase after years of soaring rents and a prolonged housing shortage. Vinnies Sunshine Coast regional president Peter Ryan said the organisation had seen unprecedented demand for housing assistance. “We supported more than 40,000 people across the Sunshine Coast in the last financial year and the majority of the people who asked for help were either homeless, facing homelessness or struggling to afford their rent,” Mr Ryan said. “On an average week, we’ll hear from more than 30 locals sleeping rough. “We’ve seen a significant increase in people sleeping in their cars or vans. It’s less obvious than people sleeping in tents, but you can see the increase if you know what you’re looking for. “It’s not uncommon to hear from people spending 80 per cent or more of their income on rent, just to avoid becoming homeless.” The organisation said rents on the Sunshine Coast have continued to climb since the 2021 Census, with median rental prices increasing by an average of eight to nine per cent each year. Unit renters are now paying around $200 more a week than they were five years ago. While Noosa has some of the highest rental prices in the region, local homelessness services have also reported increasing demand as hous-

(Pixabay: 570134) ing affordability continues to deteriorate. St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland chief executive officer Joe Duskovic said the upcoming Census would provide an important snapshot of the housing crisis. “In 2021, more than 23,000 Queenslanders were counted as experiencing homelessness,” Mr Duskovic said. “We expect the number to have grown significantly since then. While we might be in for

some alarming news once the results are released, we should use this opportunity to reinforce the urgency of taking action to help more Queenslanders find a safe place to call home. “Homelessness is not this unsolvable issue that we can’t do anything about – we can do something about it and we know that investment pays off.” Mr Duskovic welcomed the State Government’s commitment to build 53,500 social

homes by 2044 but said increasing housing supply needed to be matched by investment in support services. “Building homes is just one step – better access to support services is also a vital part of the process,” he said. The issue was highlighted locally in June when the 2026 Sunshine Coast Vinnies CEO Sleepout at Maroochydore Beach raised a record $240,000 to support homelessness services across the region.

New legal milestone Dore & Webb Lawyers has reached an exciting new milestone, relocating its Noosa office to a larger and more modern premises to better support its growing team and expanding client base. The new office, located just 350 metres from the firm’s previous premises, reflects the continued growth of the practice and its long-term commitment to providing exceptional legal services across the Noosa region. Now based at 2/22 Mary Street, Noosaville, the purpose-designed office offers enhanced meeting facilities, improved workspaces and modern amenities, creating a more comfortable and collaborative environment for both clients and staff. The additional space will enable Dore & Webb Lawyers to continue expanding its services while maintaining the personalised approach and professional advice that has earned the firm the trust of clients throughout the community. Although the office has moved, the firm’s core values remain unchanged. “Our new premises provide the room and resources we need to support our future growth while continuing to deliver the high-quality service, professionalism and personal attention our

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Bus by pass We have tried to visit Sunshine Beach from Pelican Park bus stop by bus each week for the last two weeks. We know of the bridge delays and are prepared to wait. The first week, two buses to Sunshine Beach said Set Down Only in a row and passed us at our stop. We changed our plans for the day. This week the first bus heading there said Set Down Only. The second bus, about 40 minutes later, said the same thing, but had to set someone down at our stop. The poor bus driver had been instructed to do this to catch up, but this would have been 2 buses in a row that were not picking up for our desired destination as happened last week. He was kind enough to allow us on board, so thank you to him. The schedule is probably run by a computer algorithm which sends out the message to Set Down Only and the bus driver obeys as instructed to try to keep to a Timetable. Surely human intervention and common sense would keep the buses going to the same destination have at least one in two buses pick up and be continually late, even if they eventually overlap, so that passengers can travel to their desired destination. Getting the passengers to their desired destination is important to the bus line and we passengers can allow extra time for the delays, if we can actually catch the next bus. Janita Robertson, Tewantin

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Right now, families are sitting in hospital rooms, hoping for a call that sadly may never come. Doctors are doing everything they can with what they have. And in those moments, the power of one person — one decision — becomes impossible to ignore. Yes, the power of one – us. And yes, thinking about our own mortality is confronting. But organ donation isn’t about death. It’s about giving someone a chance at life. It’s about our heartbeat, our breath, our tomorrow continuing in someone else. And it’s simple. We don’t need money, influ-

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Listening to a podcast on a commuter train has helped turn Emma Woods’ life around. ERLE LEVEY finds out how mushrooms are more than a valuable food source but a way back to good health from a life-threatening illness.

Roaring back to health with When Emma Court suffered life-threatening illnesses, little did she know how her life would be turned around - full circle you could say. Part of the recovery from serious nerve damage that resulted in a stroke involved lion’s mane mushrooms. There was something in them that helped restore the nerve endings. Now the lion’s manes have become Emma’s passion. And they are part of how she has devoted her energies in helping others share the wellness she has experienced. Emma is the founder of Rocky Creek Mushrooms, a Sunshine Coast hinterland farm born from a personal journey toward better health and a deeper connection to food. What started as a hobby in applied mycology has grown into a thriving, purpose-driven enterprise, guided by curiosity, creativity and a passion for cultivating fungi for food, health and future. Today, Emma cultivates more than 30 varieties of gourmet and functional mushrooms, including lion’s mane, turkey tail, pioppino, chestnuts and reishi. In doing so she uses sustainable, circular practices with almost zero waste. Alongside fresh produce, she creates herbal mushroom teas, pickles and extracts, helping people incorporate mushrooms into everyday life. Her vision extends beyond food through her work with myco-composites and participation in the CSIRO Innovate to Grow program, exploring regenerative alternatives to everyday materials. A 2025 Sunshine Coast Business Awards finalist, Emma shares her knowledge through gardening groups and the Queensland Food for Schools

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an array of fresh mushrooms, but also the extracts that have helped so much in her climb back from the disabling illnesses. At the heart of Emma’s work is a simple belief:

Reconnecting people with food and nature in a way that’s better for people, place and planet. A stall-holder and guest speaker at the recent Queensland Garden Show, Emma has also shared information with the Permaculture Noosa gardening group on how mushrooms can be cultivated as part of a permaculture system, including practical, sustainable methods for growing them at home. Part of her talk was how to get the best from mushrooms when cooking them up in the kitchen. Mushrooms are one of the most most ecofriendly foods on the planet. They need minimal water and minimal resources - plus they can be grown on waste materials such as sawdust, straw and coffee grounds. When compared to traditional farming, mushrooms produce almost zero emissions, making them one of the best foods for low environmental impact. It takes 49 litres of water to produce 100kg of mushrooms per week. In comparison a global average of 28,700 litres of water is needed to produce 100kg of potatoes, and beef in its lifetime takes more than 1.5 million litres of water to produce 100kg. They are a very nutritious, low-calorie food as for every 85gm of oyster mushrooms there is only 28 calories. They includes all nine essential amino acids and are one of the few natural sources of vitamin D. Emma’s journey into mushrooms took many different paths - some you would not choose but in hindsight that have been quite remarkable in getting her to where she is now. Continued page 14

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good old fashioned fungi From page 13 Along the way she has worked in the pharmaceutical industry and developed software systems. Born in a little country village in Hampshire, South East England, Emma loved horses and used to agist them in the next town. “Through this love of horses I wanted to be a vet, and that’s what every girl wants. Lo and behold, on leaving school I ended up stuck behind an office desk. “I actually had done a couple of years at agriculture college so I got a high diploma in equine studies and farm management.’’ Emma was aspiring to get into managing stables and just secured a position with an event horse-breeder, only to see her appendix rupture. “I was like floored for a month or so, but I just used to be one of these little teenagers who had more bravery than sense and sensibility. “Being happy to sit on anything, I’d go to sort of retrain ex-race horses. It wasn’t necessarily my riding capability but more the fact that I could bounce back again. “I wasn’t a very polished rider but could stay on. Horses have always been a mainstay of my life and obviously an agricultural side of things. “Being an outdoors girl, I always enjoyed busy work and using your body ... not being stuck in any one place.’’ So work as an accounts administrator led to Emma developing itchy feet, and going to Belgium. She started working for a computer company that was developing the first CRM software system. That took her into work in Amsterdam in the Netherlands with the same company. “It was back in the Dot com era, where everything was going up in the world and everyone was building their first web pages ... and things like that, so that was all fun. I learnt a lot through that.’’ Back in England, Emma worked in the pharmaceutical industry as an analyst, for clinical trials and the like. She didn’t know it then but that was one of her first steps into mushrooms. Her Sydney-born husband Wayne had worked as an avionics engineer with British Airways then internationally with the McLaren Formula One motor racing team. Eventually they moved to Australia. Emma said she had done her stint in Europe and he had worked in different places so they were like: ’’What shall we do?’’ Wayne’s first job was reverse engineering the F111 fighter planes in Brisbane. Yet he wanted to have his own business and went into a pool servicing company. He now runs a pool safety inspection business.’’ At first they bought a plot of land north Brisbane - Samsonvale, between Samford and Dayboro. People asked why they were building all the way out there as it was very different to what it is today. “It was like one pub and bakery in the village. We designed and built a log cabin-style house - it was like a big treehouse.” It was perfect for Emma and Wayne … and then she became ill. There was a mass on her brain from blood vessels that had died. She got sick very quickly. “It was all random. A headache that wouldn’t go, then I lost my eyesight. 14 NOOSA TODAY Friday, 14 August, 2026

“At first it was put down to having just had young kids and tiredness. “Eventually I had brain surgery and then about four years of intensive immunotherapy and chemotherapy.’’ The Sampson Vale house became hard to maintain, and they had always loved the Sunshine Coast. It was at a time the boys were transitioning at school. “There was change happening in our life anyway, so we considered it the perfect time to move. “I was a systems, service and products designer for digital and physical products in Brisbane. This involved dealing with people wanting to build an app - a matter of finding out what customer experience they would like. “That involved lots of research. I found that you don’t have to be an expert in all of the things but I was quite lucky in having worked in digital marketing and digital implementations. “We were building web sites and platforms. The more skills I learned, the more I was able to transition. “My whole career is about remaining relevant. With any corporate career, it diminishes the moment you are not relevant.” Despite suffering a stroke, Emma was able to continue in a work-from-home situation with her Brisbane employers. “I was having immunotherapy and then this life-changing moment came to me. While on the train listening to a random podcast on the two hours 10 minutes commute time to Brisbane, there was this item about mushrooms and nerve regeneration. “They were talking about mycelium and my interest piqued because I had suffered a lot of additional issues with my illness. When your blood vessels don’t work properly, things in your body don’t work properly - such as issues with nerve pain, muscle pain and joint pain. “That was the biggest bugbear out of the whole thing. It wasn’t the brain surgery. It was just managing this pain - it’s horrible to live in chronic pain. “The podcast discussion centred on lion’s mane mushrooms and how they helped in nerve regeneration. I thought: ’Wow that’s it - just what have I got to lose?’

“The other different types of medication to curb the pain and manage my life were making me feel awful. It was difficult to manage some of the side effects.’’ Emma started to use the lion’s mane extract. It was a bit of a slow burn at first but it significantly improved her nerve pain to the point of where you wouldn’t say it was a miracle cure, but it really did improve her quality of life. The extract was proving very beneficial but the expense was prohibitive, so Emma decided to learn to grow her own. With her research hat on, she just literally consumed everything out there to research about how to grow mushrooms. “My little hustle started off as a personal passion, and just grew from there.’’ Emma started to grow more mushrooms and soon had more than she knew what to do with. Her response was setting up a stall at Yandina Markets. Emma has built her own website, thanks to a marketing and digital background, but there has still been a lot of learning along the way. There’s different things such as a food safety plan if you’re supplying restaurants and the public. This means having all of the administration side of things in order as even a cottage industry is a small version of a large corporate business. “The biggest thing about this farm is that I try and be as sustainable as I can be - so everything is either circular or sustainable. “The substrate for growing the mushrooms is hardwood sawdust which comes from a local mill. “The compost gets donated back to the community, and I’ve been saving the plastic bags because there’s a start-up company that actually recycles them. “All of the electricity comes from a battery on the house that we store and save power with. There are solar panels as well, so we try off-set that to power the farm. “The rainwater is harvested for the mushrooms, so we really try and be as low-impact and sustainable as we can.’’ Keeping the substrate sterile is a big thing, as with all the grow rooms and incubation rooms to prevent mould and contaminant ruining the

mushroom grow. Emma is worried that there is a lot of information yet to be discovered about mushrooms and what they do for the environment. However, the CSIRO’s Innovate to Grow program is encouraging of Emma’s circular system and sustainable mindset. “I’ve got waste and I’ve also got to know that these mushrooms do things. It has been a matter of asking what else can I do with them? “One of the things that I found out was that people build things out of the mycelium of mushrooms - a bit like with the hemp and making hempcrete. “So I started using my substrate to make items such as fruit bowls, and I’ve got a bodyboard in the shed. “It’s similar to foam and polystyrene - a product you can put into packaging and all the rest of it. I’ve done all my testing to make it into Eskies, insulation panels and obviously the core of surfboards.’’ A mycelium network is the vast, hidden, thread-like root system of fungi that sprawls underground. It connects plant and tree roots to form a massive biological superhighway that facilitates resource sharing, nutrient transfer, and chemical communication across entire ecosystems. It can significantly increase the surface area for absorbing water and minerals in soil, and breaks down matter then redistributes it as nutrients. When you grow mushrooms they have a very short shelf life so Emma set out to do something with what is left over. “I don’t like waste. I don’t want to waste anything, so this became a whole new learning curveball around how to create food products, make it to regulatory approvals and council permits, food licenses and all the rest of it. “Together with the extracts, I now make herbal tea, mushroom tea ... a whole range of products. “I ended up getting a food trailer and registering that as my commercial kitchen. “Our Enoki Doki food truck is a farm-to-plate kind of experience.’’ “You get some great stuff out of these mushrooms - they do a lot for us.”

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THE BLOCK Nine, Monday, 7.30pm

Like many of us, Gardening Australia has been hibernating for winter, but with the weather starting to warm up, the days getting longer and the sun shining a little more brightly, it’s time to get back out into nature. As usual, the team is on hand to provide plenty of inspiration for those of us ready to get our green thumbs dirty again. Hannah Moloney (pictured left with Tammy Huynh) is in Cairns touring its lush, tropical Botanic Gardens, and Jerry Coleby-Williams takes viewers along as he visits a stunning coastal plot. Costa Georgiadis, meanwhile, is taking in a “destination garden” and Josh Byrne meets a “plant stylist” to find ails and get some of their top tips. out what exactly such a job entails

While the season’s theme of “quiet luxury” appears to be getting interpreted as “beige on beige on beige” by the teams thus far, things behind the scenes are anything but. Yes, it’s drama as usual on The Block as main bedroom renovations begin. After the debacle of last night’s family bathroom judging, which saw some teams penalised for their incomplete projects, most of the Blockheads are pretty grumpy as they check out each other’s rooms, adding to the tension that’s already been building between the competitors. Hosts Scott Cam and Shelley Craft (both pictured) will be hoping a surprise visit from some fan favourites might be enough to lift the mood – both in the share house, and on site.

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Robert Irwin hosts the Logie Awards.

Robert Irwin – arguably the most likeable bloke on telly – is the youngestever host of Australia TV’s night of nights at the tender age of 22. He’s also in the mix for the Gold Logie, up against some stiff competition in five-time nominee Julia Morris, journalist Ally Langdon, comedian Sam Pang, MasterChef Australia judge Poh Ling Yeow, Tipping Point Australia host Todd Woodbridge and ABC presenter Lisa Millar (Back Roads, Muster Dogs). Adding a touch of poignancy to proceedings, the recently departed Sam Neill is surely the sentimental favourite to win an award for his role in The Twelve: Cape Rock Killer.

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Pia Miranda joins Shaun Micallef in Italy for Origin Odyssey’s return.

PICK OF THE WEEK SHAUN MICALLEF’S ORIGIN ODYSSEY SBS, Tuesday, 7.30pm

While season one of this family-history-focused travel series centred on comedians’ stories, this year Shaun Micallef is branching out to include actors and presenters. He’ll be taking Kate Langbroek to Jamaica, Denise Scott to Germany, Matt Okine to Ghana, Luke McGregor to Scotland and Tony Armstrong to Ireland. But first up we have Pia Miranda, whose ancestors hailed from Sicily in Italy. More precisely, the island of Vulcano, population roughly 1000 – many of whom, it turns out, seem to be related to the Looking for Alibrandi star. Like Who Do You Think You Are, but more fun, the joy in this series comes from the wonderful rapport Micallef builds with his travelling companions.

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6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Compass. (R) 10.25 Better Date Than Never. (PG, R) 11.00 Race Around The World. (Final, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Portrait Artist Of The Year. (R) 1.50 Treasure & Dirt. (Malv, R) 3.00 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 4.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGv, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (Final, R) 5.35 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6am Morning Programs. 7.30 France 24 English News. 8.00 DD India News Hour. 9.00 For The Love Of Dogs. (PG, R) 10.05 Great Irish Interiors. 11.05 Make Up: A Glamorous History. (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Junior Doctors Down Under. (Ma, R) 3.00 Nula. 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Lost For Words. (PGl, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 10.00 Test Cricket: PreGame Show. 10.30 Cricket. First Test. AUS v Bangladesh. Morning. 12.30 Test Cricket: The Lunch Break. 1.10 Cricket. First Test. AUS v Bangladesh. Arvo. From Marrara Stadium, Darwin. 3.10 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 3.30 Cricket. First Test. Australia v Bangladesh. Day 2. Late afternoon session.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Swimming. 1BO 1BDJÙD Championships. Day 2. Finals. 2.35 Find My Country House Australia. (R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG, R) 5.30 WIN News.

6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 8.00 Lingo. (R) 9.00 The Finish Line. (R) 10.00 Farm To Fork. (R) 10.30 Ent. Tonight. (R) 10.50 Attenborough’s Parenthood. (PGal, R) 12.00 Everyday Gourmet. 12.30 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG, R) 1.00 News. 2.00 Deal Or No Deal. (PGa, R) 2.30 The Finish Line. (R) 3.30 Lingo. (R) 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News.

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Gardening Australia. (Return) Hannah Moloney tours Cairns Botanic Gardens. 8.20 Saint-Pierre. (M) Arch and Fitz look into a double abduction. 9.05 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) Hosted by comedian Adam Hills. 9.35 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R) Hosted by Rob Brydon. 10.05 ABC Late News. 10.20 New Zealand Spy. (PG, R) 10.45 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R) 11.35 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 The Good Ship Murder. (Mv) 8.30 WWII With Tom Hanks. (PGaw) Churchill and FDR align their goals. 10.10 SBS World News Late. 10.40 The King. (MA15+av) 11.35 Darkness: Those Who Kill. (Malv, R) 1.30 World On Fire. (Mav, R) 3.35 Junior Doctors Down Under. (Ma, R) 4.25 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs. 8.00 MOVIE: Jerry Maguire. (1996, Mls, R) A sports agent has a moral epiphany which costs him IJT KPC BOE IJT ÙBODÁF 5PN $SVJTF $VCB (PPEJOH +S 3FOÁF ;FMMXFHFS 10.50 To Be Advised. 12.20 Eyewitness. (MA15+av, R) 1.20 Harry’s Practice. (R) Information about pet care. 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs.

6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 24. Canterbury Bulldogs v South Sydney Rabbitohs. 9.55 NRL Friday Night Footy Post-Match. 10.45 MOVIE: Rush Hour 3. (2007, Msv, R) 12.30 Resident Alien. (Malv, R) 1.15 Garden Gurus Moments. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 3.00 Swimming. 1BO 1BDJÙD Championships. Day 3. Heats. 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)

6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG, R) Hosted by Rebecca Gibney. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. (R) A woman is suffering buyer’s remorse. 8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 9.30 10’s Late News. Comprehensive coverage of local, national and international news, as well as the latest sport and weather. 10.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PGs, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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6am Children’s Programs. 11.15 The Makery. 11.30 Wiggle. 11.45 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 12.55pm Talking Tom Heroes. 1.20 PJ Masks. 1.50 Kangaroo Beach. 2.30 The Makery. 3.00 Play School: Down At The Beach. 3.25 Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 4.20 Santiago Of The Seas. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 5.55 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.45 HexVets And Magic Pets. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.50 Steven Universe. 9.40 BattleBots. 10.25 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 8.40 CBC The National. 9.30 BBC News At Six. 10.00 France 24 English News. 10.30 When The World Watched. 11.55 DW The Day. 12.25pm Hoarders. 2.50 Finding Satoshi. 4.05 WorldWatch. 6.05 Inside The Huddle. 6.35 Over The Black Dot. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 Big Fat Quiz Best Bits: Ultimate Jokes. 8.30 History’s Greatest Mysteries. 9.20 The UnBelievable With Dan Aykroyd. 10.10 The Americans. 11.55 The Vampire Lestat: After Dark. 12.25am Sex Tape Finland. 2.15 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am Morning Programs. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.30 Weekender. 3.00 Feel Good Road Trips. 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 The Americas. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Bargain Hunt. 12.30am The Great Australian Doorstep. 1.00 Under The Hammer. 1.30 Room For Improvement. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Animal Rescue. 3.00 Better Homes. 5.00 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Poirot. 1.00 The Brokenwood Mysteries. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: The Night My Number Came Up. (1955, PG) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Find My Country House Australia. 8.30 MOVIE: Ocean’s Twelve. (2004, M) 11.00 The First 48. Midnight Poirot. 1.00 $SFÚP 1.30 MOVIE: The Night My Number Came Up. (1955, PG) 3.30 My Favorite Martian. 4.00 Danger Man. 5.00 The Travelling Auctioneers.

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6am Morning Programs. 9.10 Spartakus. 9.40 Fresh Fairytales. 10.00 Seasons Of The Wild. 11.00 Going Places. Noon Ablaze. 1.30 The Knowledge Keepers. 2.00 On Country Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 4.30 Dreaming Big. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.25 Nula. 5.55 Bamay. 6.35 Mysteries Of The Mekong. 7.30 MOVIE: Hunt For The Wilderpeople. (2016, PG) 9.25 MOVIE: Get Hard. (2015, MA15+) 11.20 Nula. 11.50 Yothu Yindi Tribute Concert. 1am The Real Stories Of Basketball. 1.55 On The Road. 5.00 Bamay.

6am The Way. (2010, PGadl) 7.40 Hotel Salvation. (2016, PGad, Hindi) 9.35 Born To Dance. (2015, PGa) 11.25 Captain Fantastic. (2016, Malns) 1.35pm The Four Musketeers: Revenge Of Milady. (1974, PGlv) 3.35 Cats. (2019, PG) 5.40 Weekend At Bernie’s. (1989, PGadlsv, R) 7.30 Point Break. (1991, Mdlnv, R) 9.45 The Wicker Man. (2006, Malv, R) 11.40 Barbarella. (1968, Mns) 1.30am Solace. (2015, MA15+asv) 3.25 Corsage. (2022, Madlns) 5.30 The Movie Show.

6am Morning Programs. 8.00 A Football Life. 10.00 NFL. NFL. Preseason. Week 1. Las Vegas Raiders v Arizona Cardinals. 1.30pm Pawn Stars. 2.30 Kick Ons. 3.00 Timbersports. STIHL Series. 3.30 Counting Cars. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.00 AFL: Friday Night Countdown. 7.30 Football. AFL. Fremantle v Adelaide. 11.00 AFL Post-Game. 11.30 GetOn Extra. Midnight MOVIE: The Jackal. (1997, MA15+) 2.35 Storage Wars. 3.05 Counting Cars. 4.00 Motorbike Cops. 5.00 Ax Men.

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Jeopardy! Australia. 12.30pm Rugby Heaven. 1.25 Motor Racing. IndyCar Series. Grand Prix of Portland. H’lights. 2.30 Baywatch. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Baywatch. 7.30 MOVIE: Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows: Part 2. (2011, M) 10.00 MOVIE: Everything Everywhere All At Once. (2022, MA15+) 12.45am Legacies. 1.35 The Real Housewives Of Durban. 2.30 The Summit. 4.00 Barbie: A Touch Of Magic. 4.30 Bubble’s Hotel. 4.50 Late Programs.

6am Shopping. 8.00 Days Of Our Lives. 8.45 The Young And The Restless. 9.30 Living Room. 10.30 Building The Dream. 11.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.45 The Young And The Restless. 1.30 JAG. (PGv, R) 3.30 Bull. (PGa, R) 4.30 JAG. (PGlsv, R) 6.30 Bull. (PGad, R) 7.30 NCIS. (Mdv, R) 10.20 Bull. (PGad, R) 11.15 JAG. (PGlv, R) 1.15am Home Shopping.

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat (a) Adult themes (d) Drug references (h) Horror (s) Sex references (l) Language (m) Medical procedures (n) Nudity (v) Violence.

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Saturday, August 15 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (7)

NINE (8, 9)

TEN (5, 1)

6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 10.30 Rage Vault Guest Programmer. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30 Grantchester. (PGa, R) 1.15 Father Brown. (PGv, R) 2.00 SaintPierre. (Mv, R) 2.45 Griff’s Great Kiwi Road Trip. (R) 4.30 Kitchen Cabinet. (PG, R) 5.00 Australian Story. (R) 5.35 Landline. (R)

6am Morning Programs. 8.00 DD India News Hour. 9.00 For The Love Of Dogs. (PG, R) 10.00 The World From Above. 11.00 Ruby Wax: Castaway. (Mal, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Going Places. (R) 2.30 Odysseus Returns. (PG, R) 4.25 The Secrets Of Mount Olympus. (R) 5.30 Silent War: The Shadow Of Atomic Bombs.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Test Cricket: Pre-Game Show. 10.30 Cricket. First Test. AUS v Bangladesh. Morning. 12.30 Test Cricket: The Lunch Break. 1.10 Cricket. First Test. AUS v Bangladesh. Arvo. 3.10 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 3.30 Cricket. First Test. AUS v Bangladesh. Late arvo.

6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 ACA. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Drive Review. 12.30 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Titans v Dragons. 2.30 NRLW Wrap. (PG) 3.00 Rugby Union. International Test Series. AUS v JPN. 5.05 Test Series: Australia v Japan Post-Match. 5.30 Getaway. (PG)

6am Morning Programs. 9.30 Frugal Foodie. (R) 10.00 Freshly Picked. (R) 10.30 Key Ingredient. (R) 11.00 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 11.30 The Traitors Australia. (PGl, R) 1.00 Pooches At Play. (PG) 1.30 Country House Facelift. 2.00 Deal Or No Deal: Celebrity Jackpot. (PG, R) 3.00 The Finish Line. (R) 4.00 Lingo. (R) 5.00 News.

6.05 Kath & Kim. (PGals, R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson. 7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day. 7.30 Grantchester. (PGa) A murder and a mistake push Alphy to question himself. 8.20 Father Brown. (M) Father Brown investigates when an old friend’s daughter is plagued by otherworldly visions. 9.05 Doc Martin. (Ml, R) The news of Martin’s Imperial College job PGGFS ÚJFT UISPVHI UIF WJMMBHF 9.50 Believe Me. (Final, Mal, R) Sarah and Laila try to keep Worboys in prison. 10.40 Little Disasters. (Mal, R) 11.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Diana: The Princess And The Bodyguard. 8.50 The Lost City Of Melbourne. (Md, R) Takes a look at the past architectural landscape of Melbourne, much of which was lost during the ’50s. 10.25 Genghis Khan’s Mongolia. (Mv, R) 12.05 Daddy Issues. (Mls, R) 3.05 Those Who Stayed. (PGa, R) 3.45 Junior Doctors Down Under: Drug Overdose. (Mad, R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 Euronews. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs. 8.00 The Great Outdoors. (PG) 5IF UFBN TVNNJUT B 4PVUI 1BDJÙD volcanic peak and learns the competitive sport of hurling in Ireland. 8.30 MOVIE: Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. (2018, Mv, R) Two former staff members of the Jurassic World theme park try to rescue dinosaurs from a volcanic eruption. Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Rafe Spall. 11.00 To Be Advised. 12.15 Eyewitness. (MA15+adv, R) Philip reveals a deep secret. 1.15 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 It’s Academic. (R) 5.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 24. Brisbane Broncos v New Zealand Warriors. From Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane. 9.25 NRL Saturday Night Footy Post-Match. 10.00 MOVIE: Into The Blue. (2005, Mdlv, R) Paul Walker. 12.15 Wild Cards. (Mv, R) 1.05 Oz Off Road TV. (R) 2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa) 2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 3.00 Swimming. 1BO 1BDJÙD Championships. Day 4. Heats. From William Woollett Jr Aquatics Center, Irvine, California, US. 5.15 Explore. (PG, R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Neglect victim Martin UIF TUBGGZ NBZ ÙOBMMZ ÙOE UIF caring home he deserves. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. Hayley and Paul listed their home for sale a few months ago but changed their minds. 9.50 Love It Or List It UK: Brilliant Builds. (PG) Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer look back on their best budget stretching renovations, including a cramped three-bed semi in Long Eaton and a not-sodone-up terrace in Shropshire. 10.50 Ambulance Australia. (Mdlm, R) A head-on collision leaves a driver trapped. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

ABC FAMILY (22)

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7TWO (72)

9GEM (81, 92)

10 COMEDY (52, 11)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.40pm Fizzy And Suds. 3.00 Play School. 3.25 Tummy Tom And The Lost Teddy Bear. 5.20 The Monster At The End Of This Story. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Emerald. 7.05 Let’s Go Bananas! 7.30 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 8.00 Harry Potter: Wizards Of Baking. 8.45 MOVIE: Lemony Snicket’s A Series Of Unfortunate Events. (2004, PG) 10.30 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.40pm Hoarders. 2.20 If You Are The One. 3.25 WorldWatch. 5.25 Mastermind Aust. 6.25 Offshore Superstructures. 7.30 Superships Of The Future. 8.30 Icons Unearthed: Harrison Ford. 9.25 MOVIE: The Age Of Adaline. (2015, M) 11.30 Hudson & Rex. 12.20am Sex Tape Finland. 2.10 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 GetOn Extra. Noon Horse Racing. The Rosebud %BZ $BVMÙFME 1# -BXSFODF 4UBLFT %BZ and Country Music Raceday. 5.00 Dog Patrol. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bondi Vet. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Lewis. 10.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Auction Squad. 1.30am The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm Rugby Union. International Test Series. AUS v JPN. 3.00 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Eels v Canterbury Bulldogs. 5.00 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Broncos v Roosters. 7.00 Customs. 7.30 MOVIE: Lethal Weapon 4. (1998, M) 10.00 MOVIE: Double Impact. (1991, MA15+) 12.10am Late Programs.

6am GCBC. 7.00 The Bold And The Beautiful. 9.30 Millionaire Hot Seat. 11.00 &WFSZEBZ (PVSNFU 8JUI +VTUJOF 4DIPÙFME 11.30 Ridiculousness. (PGals, R) 1.00 Friends. (PG, R) 6.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PGs, R) 10.30 The Traitors Australia. (PGl, R) 12.00 Ridiculousness. (PGls, R) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

NITV (34)

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

7MATE (74)

9GO! (82, 93)

10 DRAMA (53, 12)

6am Morning Programs. 1.15pm Nula. 1.45 Mysteries Of The Mekong. 2.35 Over The Black Dot. 3.05 Stompem Ground. 3.45 Homesteads. 4.20 Faboriginal. 4.50 Our Medicine. 6.00 Home, Land & Sea. 6.40 The Other Side. 7.30 Alone Australia. 8.40 MOVIE: The Fifth Element. (1997, PG) 10.55 MOVIE: Glitter. (2001, M) 12.50am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.50pm Hope Springs. (2012, Mas) 2.45 Bring It On. (2000, PGals) 4.35 Hotel Salvation. (2016, PGad, Hindi) 6.30 I Kill Giants. (2018, PGalv) 8.30 Seven Psychopaths. (2012, MA15+alv) 10.35 Bare. (2015, MA15+ds) 12.15am Close. (2022, Ma, Dutch, English, Flemish, French) 2.15 The Accidental Getaway Driver. (2023, Mlv) 4.05 The Wicker Man. (2006, Malv)

6am Morning Programs. 1pm Blokesworld. 1.30 The Car Club. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Aussie Truckers. 3.00 Motor Racing. NDRC Nitro Funny Cars. Winternationals. Replay. 4.00 Football. AFL. Brisbane v Gold Coast Suns. 7.00 Football. AFLW. Gold Coast Suns v Western Bulldogs. Replay. 9.15 MOVIE: Cocaine Bear. (2023, MA15+) 11.15 American Pickers. 12.15am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. Noon Swimming. 1BO 1BDJÙD $mTIJQT 'JOBMT 2.30 4VSÙOH Aust. 3.00 Premier League Stories. 3.30 Outback Opal Hunters. 4.30 The Dog House UK. 5.30 MOVIE: Speechless. (1994, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them. (2016, M) 10.10 The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power. 11.35 The Purge. 12.25am Late Programs.

6am Shopping. 9.00 Reel Action. 9.30 The Traitors Australia. 11.00 Roads Less Travelled. 11.30 Building The Dream. 12.30pm The Living Room. 2.30 JAG. 4.30 Reel Action. 5.00 Escape Fishing With ET. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 JAG. (PGv, R) 12.15am Home Shopping.

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Sunday, August 16 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (7)

NINE (8, 9)

TEN (5, 1)

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (R) 11.30 Praise. 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.15 Race Around The World. (Final, R) 3.15 The Assembly. (PG, R) 4.10 Grand Designs. (Final, PG, R) 5.00 Back Roads. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6am Morning Programs. 7.30 France 24 English News. 8.00 DD India News Hour. 9.00 For The Love Of Dogs. (PG, R) 10.00 Estonia From Above. (R) 11.05 Ruby Wax: Castaway. (Mal, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Going Places. (R) 4.30 I’ll Be Frank. (PG, R) 5.30 Silent War: The Shadow Of Atomic Bombs.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Test Cricket: Pre-Game Show. 10.30 Cricket. First Test. AUS v Bangladesh. Morning. (Alt schedule may be shown). 12.30 Test Cricket: The Lunch Break. 1.10 Cricket. First Test. AUS v Bangladesh. Arvo. 3.10 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 3.30 Cricket. First Test. AUS v Bangladesh. Late arvo.

6.00 Hello SA. (PG, R) 6.30 ACA. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Wide World Of Sports. (PG) 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show. (PG) 11.45 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Knights v Canberra Raiders. 1.30 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Tigers v NZ Warriors. 3.30 Rugby League. NRL. Tigers v Dragons.

6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Food Trail: South Africa. (R) 9.00 Mixed Martial Arts. UFC 330. Prelims. 11.00 Farm To Fork. (R) 11.30 Deal Or No Deal: Celebrity Jackpot. (PG, R) 12.30 The Traitors Australia. (PGls, R) 2.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG, R) 2.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG, R) 3.00 The Finish Line. (R) 4.00 Lingo. (R) 5.00 News.

6.30 Compass: Holy Trouble. (Final, PG) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Portrait Artist Of The Year. (Return, PG) 8.20 Treasure & Dirt. (Mlv) Ivan and Nell discover the true identity of the ratter. 9.20 Falling. (Premiere, Ml) Follows the relationship between a nun and a priest. 10.10 Grantchester. (PGa, R) 11.00 Father Brown. (Ma, R) 11.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 2.50 The Cook And The Chef. (R) 3.15 Doc Martin. (Ml, R) 4.05 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Alexander The Great: Legendary Conqueror: The Master Of Asia. (M) 8.25 Amazon: The Lost World. (PGa, R) 9.25 Castle Secrets. (Mav, R) 10.20 Kennedy: The Kennedy Machine (1956-1960) (PG, R) 11.10 Queens That Changed The World. (PGa, R) 1.55 Junior Doctors Down Under. (Ma, R) 3.45 Isle Of Wight: Jewel Of The South. (PGa, R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 WorldWatch.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Logies Red Carpet. (PG) From The Star, Sydney. 7.30 The 66th TV WEEK Logie Awards 2026. (M) Coverage of the 66th TV WEEK Logie Awards. Hosted by Robert Irwin. From The Star, Sydney. 11.15 Madonna & Graham. (Ma, R) Graham Norton chats with Madonna. 12.30 Curfew. (MA15+av) 1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R) Information about pet care. 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 The Block. (PGl) 8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians. 9.40 9News Late. 10.10 The First 48: Bleeding Heart. (MA15+aav) A man in Tulsa is killed. 11.10 Murder In The 21st: The Girl Next Door. (MA15+av) 12.00 For The Love Of Pets. (PGm, R) 12.50 Drive Review. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 Destination WA. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.30 10 News+. Comprehensive coverage of the day’s top stories, investigative reports and stories that haven’t been heard. 7.00 Gogglebox Australia. (PGlmnsv, R) Opinionated viewers discuss TV shows. 8.10 Watson. (Mm) The team helps Laila’s son, who was injured in a car accident while pursuing his crush with the help of his AI chatbot. 9.10 FBI. (Mav) The team uncovers a deeper conspiracy after a journalist is shot while interviewing a prime minister and the assassin also becomes a target. 1.00 10 News+. (R) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

SBS VICELAND (31)

7TWO (72)

9GEM (81, 92)

10 COMEDY (52, 11)

6am Children’s Programs. 10.10 MOVIE: Tummy Tom 2: A New Friend For Tummy Tom. (2024) 11.10 Children’s Programs. 5.20pm The Smeds And The Smoos. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Emerald. 7.05 Let’s Go Bananas! 7.30 The Inbestigators. 7.45 The Lady Grace Mysteries. 8.10 Secrets Of The Penguins. (Premiere) 9.00 Animal Park. 10.25 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 2.05pm MOVIE: The Fifth Element. (1997, PG) 4.25 WorldWatch. 5.50 Bermuda Triangle: Into Cursed Waters. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Sitting Bull. 10.05 Hudson & Rex. 10.55 Under The Bridge. 1am Sex Tape Finland. 1.55 QAnon: The Search For Q. 2.50 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am Morning Programs. Noon Harry’s Practice. 12.30 Auction Squad. 1.30 House Calls To The Rescue. 2.30 Better Homes. 3.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 4.30 My Greek Odyssey. 5.30 The Great Outdoors. 6.00 Australia’s Best Backyards. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 The Coroner. 8.30 Vera. 10.30 The Thief, His Wife And The Canoe. 11.30 The Coroner. 12.30am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. Noon Swimming. 1BO 1BDJÙD $mTIJQT 'JOBMT 3.00 Rugby 6OJPO )PTQJUBM $VQ .JOPS TFNJ ÙOBM 5.00 Getaway. 5.30 Customs. 6.00 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. North Qld Cowboys v Cronulla Sharks. 8.00 David Attenborough’s Asia. 9.10 Paramedics. 10.10 TBA. 11.10 Major Crimes. 12.10am Midsomer Murders. 2.10 Late Programs.

6am Good Chef Bad Chef. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. 9.30 The Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. 11.00 Ultimate Classroom. (R) 1.00 Friends. (PG, R) 6.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PGs, R) 10.30 The Traitors Australia. (PGls, R) 12.00 Ridiculousness. (PGa, R) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

NITV (34)

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

7MATE (74)

9GO! (82, 93)

10 DRAMA (53, 12)

6am Morning Programs. 2pm Rugby League. Qld Murri Carnival. Men’s. (SBOE ÙOBM $IFSCPVSH )PSOFUT W %BSLJFT Connection. Replay. 3.25 Rugby League. Qld .VSSJ $BSOJWBM 8PNFOmT (SBOE ÙOBM $2 Murri Binda v Mungindi Panthers. Replay. 4.35 Songrites. 5.50 Bamay. 6.30 Mysteries Of The Mekong. 7.30 Earth Oven. 8.30 Night Parrot Stories. 10.10 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.15pm Point Break. (1991, Mdlnv) 2.30 Weekend At Bernie’s. (1989, PGadlsv) 4.20 The Assassin. (2015, PGv, Mandarin) 6.20 Zorro. (1975, PG, Italian) 8.30 Dog Eat Dog. (2016, MA15+adlsv) 10.15 There Will Be Blood. (2007, Mav) 1.10am Bare. (2015, MA15+ds) 2.45 Seven Psychopaths. (2012, MA15+alv) 4.45 The Movie Show. 5.15 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Football. AFL Women’s. Essendon v Brisbane. 2.30 Step Outside. 3.00 Deep Water Salvage. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Border Security USA. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: Venom. (2018, M) 10.35 MOVIE: Underwater. (2020, M) 12.35am Blokesworld. 1.05 Counting Cars. 1.35 Border Security USA. 2.30 Border Security. 3.30 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.40pm LEGO Masters Aust Vs World. 3.00 Nanny. 4.00 The Toys That Built The World. 5.00 Cards And Collectables Australia. 5.30 MOVIE: The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part. (2019, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Wedding Crashers. (2005, M) 10.00 MOVIE: The Hot Chick. (2002, M) 12.10am Bel-Air. 1.05 Late Programs.

6am Shopping. 7.30 Leading The Way. 8.00 Building The Dream. 9.00 Roads Less Travelled. 9.30 The Traitors Australia. 11.00 Escape Fishing. 11.30 Building The Dream. 1.30pm Buy To Build. 2.00 The Living Room. 3.00 JAG. 4.00 Pooches At Play. 4.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. (Mv, R) 10.20 Boston Blue. (Mav, R) 11.15 JAG. 1.15am Home Shopping.

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Monday, August 17 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (7)

NINE (8, 9)

TEN (5, 1)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Sue Perkins’ Big Adventure. (PGn, R) 10.45 Father Brown. (Ma, R) 11.30 Nigella At My Table. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 4.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (PG, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PGa, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6am Morning Programs. 10.05 Kew Gardens: Season By Season. (R) 10.55 Canal Boat Diaries. (Premiere) 12.05 WorldWatch. 2.00 Junior Doctors Down Under. (Mal, R) 3.00 Going Places. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Secrets Of Modern Archaeology. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Beat The Chasers UK. (R) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. (R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.30 Find My Beach House Australia. (PG, 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.

6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Lingo. (R) 9.00 The Finish Line. (R) 10.00 Farm To Fork. (R) 10.30 Ent. Tonight. (R) 10.50 Gogglebox Aust. (PGlmnsv, R) 12.00 Everyday Gourmet. 12.30 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG, R) 1.00 News. 2.00 Deal Or No Deal. (PG, R) 2.30 The Finish Line. (R) 3.30 Lingo. (R) 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News.

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Australian Story. 8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program. 9.20 Media Watch. (PG) 9.35 Planet America. 10.05 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 10.35 ABC Late News. 10.50 The Business. (R) 11.10 Murdoch Mysteries. (Mav, R) 11.50 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 12.40 Parliament Question Time. 1.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 2.45 Gardening Australia. (R) 3.40 Love Your Garden. (R) 4.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Scandinavia With Simon Reeve. (PG, R) 8.40 24 Hours In Emergency: Say You’ll Be There. (Mal, R) Three pedestrians are rushed to hospital. 9.35 Alone Australia. (Ml, R) Plunging temperatures expose an unforgiving reality. 10.45 SBS World News Late. 11.15 Gomorrah. (MA15+v, R) 3.10 Junior Doctors Down Under: The Final Shift. (Ma, R) 4.05 Isle Of Wight: Jewel Of The South. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 The Voice. (PGal) Five more artists prepare to audition. 8.45 The Rookie. (Mav) Nolan and Juarez are dispatched to a robbery call where Nolan encounters a familiar face. 9.45 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League. (R) An expert panel tackles the biggest rugby league topics. 10.45 The Agenda Setters. 11.45 Happy’s Place. (PGal) 12.15 New Amsterdam. (MA15+av, R) 1.15 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. (PGl) The teams are not happy after last night’s judging. 8.40 100% Footy. (Mal) Features the latest rugby league news, with exclusive insights from an expert panel. 9.40 9News Late. 10.10 Outback Opal Hunters. (PGl) &OOTY #LASSIÚED (Ml) 12.05 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 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG) Six contestants answer multiple-choice questions that escalate in cash-prize value. 7.30 Deal Or No Deal: Celebrity Jackpot. (PG) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 9.30 10’s Late News. Comprehensive coverage of local, national and international news, as well as the latest sport and weather. 10.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) Penny gets angry with Leonard. 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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9GEM (81, 92)

10 COMEDY (52, 11)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.30pm The Makery. 3.00 Play School. 3.25 Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 4.20 Santiago Of The Seas. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 5.55 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.45 HexVets And Magic Pets. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.40 Ninjago. 8.05 Young Sheldon. 8.30 Young Sheldon. 8.50 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 10.00 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Sports Gone Wrong. 2.30 Inside The Huddle. 3.05 Over The Black Dot. 3.35 WorldWatch. 5.30 Alone Germany. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 History’s Greatest Mysteries. 9.20 The UnBelievable. 10.10 The Americans. 11.50 Vikings: The Rise And Fall. 2.30am NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 My Greek Odyssey. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Auction Squad. 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 A Touch Of Frost. 10.50 Escape To The Country. 11.50 Doc Martin. 12.50am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon David Attenborough’s Asia. 1.00 Midsomer Murders. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: The Day The Earth Caught Fire. (1961, PG) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 Agatha Raisin. 10.40 Love Rat. 11.40 The First 48. 12.40am Antiques Roadshow. 1.10 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. 10.30 Becker. 11.00 Lingo. Noon The Traitors Australia. 1.30 Friends. 3.00 Frasier. 4.00 Everyday Gourmet. 4.30 Becker. 5.00 The Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. 5.30 Big Bang. 6.00 Friends. 8.00 Big Bang. 10.00 Becker. 10.30 Frasier. 11.30 Ent. Tonight. Midnight Shopping. 2.30 Bold. 3.30 Shopping.

NITV (34)

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

7MATE (74)

9GO! (82, 93)

10 DRAMA (53, 12)

6am Morning Programs. 2pm On Country Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 4.30 Dreaming Big. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.25 The 77 Percent. 5.55 Bamay. 6.35 Mysteries Of The Mekong. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 National Indigenous Fashion Awards. 9.40 MOVIE: Hairspray. (1988, PG) 11.20 Bamay. Midnight Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.25 Heartbreak Ridge. (1986, Malsv) 1.45pm I Kill Giants. (2018, PGalv) 3.45 The Great Dictator. (1940, PG) 6.05 Emu Runner. (2018, PGadlv) 7.55 Scrapper. (2023, PGav) 9.30 Little Loves. (2024, Mdln, Spanish) 11.20 Winter’s Tale. (2014, Masv) 1.30am Cold. (2023, MA15+ahv, Icelandic) 3.20 Dog Eat Dog. (2016, MA15+adlsv) 5.00 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 1.10pm Cricket. First Test. AUS v Bangladesh. Arvo. 3.10 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 3.30 Cricket. First Test. AUS v Bangladesh. Late arvo. 6.00 Storage Wars. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League. 8.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 9.30 Gem Hunters Down Under. 10.30 Outback Opal Hunters. 11.30 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.40 Jeopardy! Australia. 12.40pm MOVIE: Dying To Win. (2022, M) 2.30 Baywatch. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Baywatch. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Sicario: Day Of The Soldado. (2018, MA15+) 10.55 Seinfeld. 11.55 The 100. 12.45am Legacies. 1.35 The Real Housewives Of Durban. 2.30 Late Programs.

6am Shopping. 8.00 Days Of Our Lives. 8.45 The Young And The Restless. 9.30 Living Room. 10.30 Building The Dream. 11.30 Bold. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.45 The Young And The Restless. 1.30 JAG. 3.30 Bull. 4.30 JAG. 6.30 Bull. 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 Bull. (PGa, R) 11.15 JAG. 1.15am Shopping.

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Tuesday, August 18 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (7)

NINE (8, 9)

TEN (5, 1)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Aust Story. (R) 10.30 Kitchen Cabinet. (PG, R) 11.00 Take 5. (PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Grantchester. (PGa, R) 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 4.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGv, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PGa, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Kew Gardens: Season By Season. (R) 10.50 Canal Boat Diaries. (PG) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Junior Doctors Down Under. (Ma, R) 3.00 Going Places. (PG, R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Secrets Of Modern Archaeology. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Bridge Of Lies: Celebrity Specials. (R) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. (R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.15 Getaway. (PG, R) 1.45 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.

6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Lingo. (R) 9.00 The Finish Line. (R) 10.00 Farm To Fork. (R) 10.30 Ent. Tonight. (R) 11.00 Deal Or No Deal: Celebrity Jackpot. (PG, R) 12.00 Everyday Gourmet. 12.30 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG, R) 1.00 News. 2.00 Deal Or No Deal. (PG, R) 2.30 The Finish Line. (R) 3.30 Lingo. (R) 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News.

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Foreign Correspondent. 8.30 Kitchen Cabinet. (PG) 9.00 Portrait Artist Of The Year. (PG, R) 9.55 Compass. (PG, R) 10.25 ABC Late News. 10.40 The Business. (R) 10.55 Four Corners. (R) 11.40 Media Watch. (PG, R) 12.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (Mav, R) 12.45 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 1.30 Parliament Question Time. 2.45 Gardening Australia. (R) 3.40 Love Your Garden. (R) 4.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Shaun Micallef’s Origin Odyssey: Pia Miranda In Italy. (Return, Ms) 8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline: Japan’s Shoplifting Pensioners. 10.00 SBS World News Late. 10.30 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy. (PGa, R) 11.20 Mozart/Mozart. (Mav) 1.10 Blackwater. (MA15+as, R) 3.25 Isle Of Wight: Jewel Of The South. (R) 4.15 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 WorldWatch.

6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGadv) 7.30 The Voice. (PG) The coaches continue their search. 9.00 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA. (MA15+l) Gordon Ramsay tries to help an English pub located in Georgetown, Texas, which lacks a quintessential British identity. 10.00 The Agenda Setters. An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics. 11.00 Happy’s Place. (PGal) 12.00 New Amsterdam. (MA15+av, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. (PGl) 8.40 Trigger Point. (MA15+alv) 9.40 9News Late. 10.10 The Teacher: Body In The Lake. (Malv) &OOTY #LASSIÚED (Ml) 12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 GolfBarons. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Explore TV. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG) Hosted by Rebecca Gibney. 7.30 The Traitors Australia. (PGl) Cracks form as the pressure mounts. An unexpected murder wreaks havoc in the manor. 9.00 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 10.00 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PGs, R) Leonard and Sheldon compete in an election. 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

SBS VICELAND (31)

7TWO (72)

9GEM (81, 92)

10 COMEDY (52, 11)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.30pm The Makery. 3.00 Play School. 3.25 Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 4.20 Santiago Of The Seas. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 5.55 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.45 HexVets And Magic Pets. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.40 Ninjago. 8.05 Young Sheldon. 8.30 Young Sheldon. 8.50 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.30 Harry Potter: Wizards Of Baking. 10.20 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 2.05pm Sports Gone Wrong. 2.35 Dark Side Of The ‘90s. 3.30 WorldWatch. 5.30 Alone Germany. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 History’s Greatest Mysteries. 9.20 The UnBelievable. 10.10 National Indigenous Fashion Awards. 11.20 The Americans. 1.10am Vikings: The Rise And Fall. 3.55 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am Morning Programs. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 The Amazing Homemakers. 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 Inspector Morse. 11.05 Escape To The Country. 12.05am Bargain Hunt. 1.00 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Death In Paradise. 1.00 Agatha Raisin. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Only Two Can Play. (1962, PG) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Agatha Christie’s Marple. 10.40 Rizzoli & Isles. 11.40 Poirot. 12.40am Antiques Roadshow. 1.10 $SFÚP 1.40 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Farm To Fork. 8.00 Ent. Tonight. 8.30 Bold. 9.00 Frasier. 10.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. 10.30 Becker. 11.00 Lingo. Noon The Traitors Australia. 1.30 Friends. 3.00 Frasier. 4.00 Everyday Gourmet. 4.30 Becker. 5.00 Big Bang. 6.00 Friends. 8.00 Big Bang. 10.00 Becker. 10.30 Frasier. 11.30 Ent. Tonight. Midnight Shopping. 2.30 Bold. 3.30 Shopping.

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7MATE (74)

9GO! (82, 93)

10 DRAMA (53, 12)

6am Morning Programs. 2pm Kriol Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 4.30 Dreaming Big. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.25 Indian Country Today News. 5.55 Bamay. 6.35 Mysteries Of The Mekong. 7.30 The Point. 8.00 Murder In Big Horn. 9.00 MOVIE: Bordertown. (2007, MA15+) 11.00 Karla Grant Presents. Midnight Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 1.45pm Babette’s Feast. (1987, PG, Danish, Swedish, French) 3.45 Zorro. (1975, PG, Italian) 5.55 The Eagle Huntress. (2016, PGaw, Kazakh) 7.30 The Intouchables. (2011, Mdl, French) 9.35 Volver. (2006, Madls, Spanish) 11.50 Eager Bodies. (2003, MA15+s, French) 1.40am Little Loves. (2024, Mdln, Spanish) 3.30 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. Noon Ice Road Truckers. 2.00 Storage Wars. 2.30 Gem Hunters Down Under. 3.30 Counting Cars. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Truckers. 8.30 Outback Wreckers. 9.30 Outback Truckers. 10.30 Heavy Tow Truckers Down Under. 11.30 Ice Road Truckers. 12.30am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Jeopardy! Australia. 12.30pm Motor Racing. FIA Formula E World C’ship. London ePrix. 1.35 Formula E: Driver. 2.30 Baywatch. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Baywatch. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 TBA. 10.50 Seinfeld. 11.50 The 100. 12.40am Legacies. 1.30 The Real Housewives Of Durban. 2.25 Late Programs.

6am Shopping. 8.00 Days Of Our Lives. 8.45 The Young And The Restless. 9.30 Living Room. 10.30 Building The Dream. 11.30 Bold. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.45 The Young And The Restless. 1.30 Bondi Rescue. 2.00 The Traitors Australia. 3.30 Bull. 4.30 JAG. 6.30 Bull. 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 Bull. 11.15 JAG. 1.15am Shopping. Friday, 14 August, 2026 NOOSA TODAY 19

Wednesday, August 19 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (7)

NINE (8, 9)

TEN (5, 1)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 10.45 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 11.20 Back Roads. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 4.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGv, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PGa, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6am Morning Programs. 8.00 DD India News Hour. 9.00 For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.00 Kew Gardens: Season By Season. (R) 10.50 Canal Boat Diaries. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.25 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 3.55 Michael Mosley: Truth About Sleep. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Bridge Of Lies: Celebrity Specials. (R) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. (R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.00 Ski Rescue Down Under. (Ml, 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.

6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 8.00 Lingo. (R) 9.00 The Finish Line. (R) 10.00 Ent. Tonight. (R) 10.30 The Traitors Australia. (PGl, R) 12.00 Everyday Gourmet. 12.30 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG, R) 1.00 News. 2.00 Deal Or No Deal. (PG, R) 2.30 The Finish Line. (R) 3.30 Lingo. (R) 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News.

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Hard Quiz. (PGa) 8.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG) Hosted by comedian Adam Hills. 9.00 New Zealand Spy. (Mv) 9.25 QI. (PG) 9.55 Planet America. (R) 10.30 ABC Late News. 10.45 The Business. (R) 11.00 Treasure & Dirt. (Mlv, R) 12.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (Mav, R) 12.40 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (Final, PG, R) 1.30 Parliament Question Time. 2.45 Gardening Australia. (R) 3.40 Love Your Garden. (R) 4.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Alone Australia. (Ml) 8.30 Titanic Sinks Tonight. (Final, Ma) As Titanic slips deeper into the freezing Atlantic, panic spreads and desperation takes hold. 9.40 Six Four. (Mav) 10.35 SBS World News Late. 11.05 The Congregation. (MA15+s) 12.00 Crime. (MA15+av, R) 2.50 Isle Of Wight: Jewel Of The South. (PG, R) 3.40 It Takes A Village. (Ma, R) 4.40 Bamay: Larrakia And Wulwulam Country. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG, R) Hosted by Lee Mack. 8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Takes a lighter look at all things AFL. 5NÚLTERED (PG) Hamish McLachlan chats with Aliir Aliir. 10.00 The Agenda Setters. 11.00 The Fall And Rise Of Reggie Dinkins. (PGals) 11.30 Stumble. (PGalv) 12.00 Everything I Know About Love. (Madls) 1.00 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. (PGl) A new challenge provides lots of laughs. 8.40 Banjo And Ro’s Grand Island Hotel. (PGa) Presented by Banjo Beale and Ro Christopher. 9.55 9News Late. 10.25 Freddy And The Eighth. (Ml) 11.25 Accused: Guilty Or Innocent? (Mahl) 12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.05 Destination WA. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG, R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG) Six contestants answer multiple-choice questions that escalate in cash-prize value. 7.30 The Traitors Australia. (PGl) Strategy begins to pay off. 9.00 Boston Blue. (Mv) Mae faces backlash over the consequences of her past decisions. Sarah struggles with guilt that pushes her to take risks in pursuit of justice. 10.00 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.00 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

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7TWO (72)

9GEM (81, 92)

10 COMEDY (52, 11)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.30pm The Makery. 3.00 Play School. 3.25 Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 4.20 Santiago Of The Seas. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 5.55 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.45 HexVets And Magic Pets. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.40 Ninjago. 8.05 Young Sheldon. 8.30 Young Sheldon. 8.50 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.35 The Piano. 10.30 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.40pm The Swiping Game: What Is Yellow Fever? 12.55 Figure Skating. ISU Figure Skating. Grand Prix 6. H’lights. 3.30 WorldWatch. 5.30 Alone Germany. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 MOVIE: My Cousin Vinny. (1992, M) 10.40 The Americans. 12.25am MOVIE: The Handmaid’s Tale. (1990, MA15+) 2.25 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am Morning Programs. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Secrets Of Beautiful Gardens. 2.00 Under The Hammer. 2.30 House Calls To The Rescue. 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 Foyle’s War. 11.00 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. Midnight Bargain Hunt. 1.00 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon New Tricks. 1.00 Agatha Christie’s Marple. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Manuela. (1957, PG) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.40 Rizzoli & Isles. 11.40 Poirot. 12.40am Antiques Roadshow. 1.10 $SFÚP 1.40 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Ent. Tonight. 8.30 Bold. 9.00 The Dog Hospital With Graeme Hall. 10.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. 10.30 Becker. 11.00 Frasier. Noon Big Bang. 1.00 Friends. 3.00 Frasier. 4.00 Everyday Gourmet. 4.30 Becker. 5.00 Big Bang. 6.00 Friends. 8.00 Big Bang. 10.00 Becker. 10.30 Frasier. 11.30 Ent. Tonight. Midnight Shopping. 2.30 Bold. 3.30 Shopping.

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6am Morning Programs. 2pm Kriol Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 4.30 Dreaming Big. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Mysteries Of The Mekong. 7.35 Breaking Wild. (Final) 8.30 Pro Bull Riding Australia. 9.30 Over The Black Dot. 10.00 Inside The Huddle. 10.30 MOVIE: Rhymes For Young Ghouls. (2013, MA15+) Midnight Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm The Intouchables. (2011, Mdl, French) 2.35 5IF &GÙDJFODZ &YQFSU 1(BW 4.25 Scrapper. (2023, PGav) 6.00 Poms. (2019, PGals) 7.40 Year Of The Dog. (2007, Ma) 9.30 The Movie Teller. (2023, Malv, Spanish) 11.40 Speak No Evil. (2022, MA15+hnv) 1.30am Tai Chi Master. (1993, MA15+av, Cantonese, Mandarin) 3.20 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. Noon Ice Road Truckers. 2.00 Storage Wars. 2.30 Heavy Tow Truckers Down Under. 3.30 Counting Cars. 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. 12.30am Storage Wars. 1.00 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.40 Surfest: 40 Years. 12.10pm Motor Racing. FIA Formula E World C’ship. London ePrix. 1.20 Formula E: Driver. 2.30 Baywatch. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Baywatch. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 TBA. 10.30 Seinfeld. 11.30 Legacies. 1.10am The Real Housewives Of Durban. 2.05 Adam Hills Foot Fault. 3.30 Late Programs.

6am Shopping. 8.00 Days Of Our Lives. 8.45 The Young And The Restless. 9.30 Living Room. 10.30 Building The Dream. 11.30 Bold. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.45 The Young And The Restless. 1.30 Bondi Rescue. 2.00 The Traitors Australia. 3.30 Bull. 4.30 JAG. 6.30 Bull. 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 Bull. 11.15 JAG. 1.15am Shopping.

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Thursday, August 20 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (7)

NINE (8, 9)

TEN (5, 1)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Hard Quiz. (PGa, R) 10.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 11.00 New Zealand Spy. (Mv, R) 11.25 QI. (PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Falling. (Ml, R) 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 4.00 Frankie Drake. (PG, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PGa, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Kew Gardens: Season By Season. (R) 10.50 Canal Boat Diaries. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Shaun Micallef’s Origin Odyssey. (Ms, R) 3.00 Such Was Life. (R) 3.15 The Cook Up. (R) 3.45 Beautiful Lakes Of Northern Italy. (R) 4.35 Plating Locally. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Time Is Money. (R) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. (R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

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

6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 8.00 Lingo. (R) 9.00 The Finish Line. (R) 10.00 Ent. Tonight. (R) 10.30 The Traitors Australia. (PGl, R) 12.00 Everyday Gourmet. 12.30 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG, R) 1.00 News. 2.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 2.30 The Finish Line. (R) 3.30 Lingo. (R) 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News.

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads. (PG) 8.30 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (Return) 9.00 Amanda & Alan’s Italian Job. (Return) 9.30 Treasure & Dirt. (Mlv, R) 10.30 ABC Late News. 10.45 The Business. (R) 11.05 Frankie Drake Mysteries. (PGv, R) 11.50 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 12.35 Parliament Question Time. 1.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 2.45 Gardening Australia. (R) 3.40 Love Your Garden. (R) 4.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Spain With Michael Portillo. (PG) 8.30 Eva Longoria: Searching For France. (Final, PGa) Eva Longoria explores Brittany. 9.20 Say Nothing. (MA15+lv) Brendan unearths a mole in the IRA’s ranks. 10.10 SBS World News Late. 10.40 Reyka. (MA15+av) 11.40 Kin. (MA15+lv, R) 3.30 Isle Of Wight: Jewel Of The South. (PG, R) 4.20 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) David seizes the day. 7.30 Football. AFL. Round 24. St Kilda v Gold Coast Suns. From Marvel Stadium, Melbourne. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews. 11.00 Kick Ons. A preview of the upcoming AFL matches. 11.30 Australia’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. (MA15+av, R) 12.30 Mr Robot. (MA15+adlsv, R) 2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

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Experiencing Eumundi This year’s Experience Eumundi Sponsorship Program will help deliver everything from youth mentoring and equine therapy to hospital equipment, sporting facility upgrades and community events. Recipients include the Eumundi School of Rock’s mentoring program for young musicians, Hoofbeats Sanctuary’s equine therapy program supporting girls and young women, Wishlist’s purchase of a blanket warmer for Nambour Hospital, Eumundi State School’s SunnyKids wellbeing program, drainage improvements at the Eumundi Showgrounds and security upgrades for the Eumundi Tennis Club. “Every Wednesday and Saturday, thousands of people visit Eumundi Markets to browse artisan stalls, meet local makers and enjoy one of Queensland’s best-known markets. What many don’t realise is that every visit also helps fund community organisations, local projects and essential services that benefit the people of Eumundi and beyond,” said Experience Eumundi General Manager Mark Cameron. Last year alone, around 1.2 million people visited Eumundi Markets, generating more than $54 million in visitor expenditure, supporting more

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Hazelehurst to visit region One of Australia’s most celebrated actors, Noni Hazlehurst, will return to the stage this September when she stars in the critically acclaimed production The Lark at The Events Centre in Caloundra. The acclaimed one-woman play, written especially for Hazlehurst by internationally renowned Australian playwright Daniel Keene and directed by award-winning director Matt Scholten, will be performed for just three shows on September 4 and 5. Set in Melbourne, The Lark tells the story of 75-year-old Rose Grey, who is preparing to farewell the inner-city pub that has been her lifelong home before it is demolished. As she reflects on a lifetime of memories, she is forced to confront loss, change and the challenge of letting go. The production reunites Hazlehurst, Keene and Scholten following the success of their 2024 collaboration Mother. Hazlehurst said she was delighted to be working again with the creative team. “The opportunity to work with Daniel and Matt creating Mother was a rare privilege and a joy. To have the chance to collaborate again on The Lark is a miracle. No actor could ask for more,” she said. Keene said writing the play specifically for Hazlehurst had been a rewarding experience. “It has been a joy to write The Lark for such a skilled and generous actor as Noni Hazlehurst,” he said. “Setting the play in the heart of Melbourne, our hometown, has enriched the writing and will empower Noni’s performance. The play is both a celebration of and an elegy for a very particular place in our shared cultural landscape.” Hazlehurst has enjoyed one of Australia’s most distinguished acting careers, spanning more than five decades across theatre, film and television. She is widely recognised for roles in A Place to Call Home, Nancy Wake, The Letdown, Ladies in Black, June Again and Candy, while generations of Australians also know her from Play School

(Supplied) 567232_01 and Better Homes and Gardens. Her career has earned multiple Australian Film Institute and Critics Circle awards, two Logie Awards for Best Supporting Actress and induction into the Logie Hall of Fame in 2016. The Events Centre chief executive Bronwyn Edinger AM said the production would give Sunshine Coast audiences a rare opportunity to see one of Australia’s finest performers in an intimate theatrical setting. “Having one of Australia’s most respected and

beloved performers, Noni Hazlehurst, on our stage is incredibly special,” she said. “Presenting world-class theatre and exceptional artistic talent is central to our vision at The Events Centre, and The Lark is a wonderful example of the calibre of work we are proud to bring our community.” The production received rave reviews during its 2025 world premiere season in Melbourne before embarking on a limited national tour. To complement the performance, The Events

Centre will also offer a pub-themed pre-show dining menu inspired by the play. The Lark Where: The Events Centre, Caloundra When: Friday 4 September at 7pm; Saturday 5 September at 2pm and 7pm Duration: Approximately 75 minutes, no interval Tickets: From $60.

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Two brilliant young pianists both rising stars will perform major piano concerti at Lucas Parklands at Montville later his month. Australia’s Reuben Tsang together with New Zealand’s Madeleine Xiao combine to play the Brahms and Rachmaninov 2nd piano concerto on Sunday 23 August, at 2pm Reuben has impressed and turned musical heads since his very early years growing up in Cairns: learning the piano from age 5, he attracted rave reviews as a boy, later performing for the then Prince Charles during a royal visit. His talents have developed further at the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University, performances with the Queensland and Melbourne symphony orchestras, and he is today a multi-international performer and multi-award winner, recognised for his ‘technical wizardry and versatility’ Meantime, Madeliene, described as ‘the wonder girl from Auckland’, is one of New Zealand’s most exciting and sought-after young pianists, recognised for her musical versatility and powerful-yet-gentle sound, combined with a magnetic mature confidence that captivates audiences for as long as she demanded their attention. Born in Auckland in 2005, she studied her Bachelor of Music (Honours) degree at the University of Auckland, garnering international acclaim as a top-prize winner in every major national competition across solo, concerto, and chamber music, and performances on major stages around the world. These young pianists have both previously impressed the audiences at Lucas Parklands, but in August will perform together for the first time. “Reuben is a wonderful young man, very down to earth, very committed to his craft, and Madeliene has been captivating audiences with her outstanding musical abilities, warmth and maturity,” Ian Lucas, of Lucas Parklands, said. “Both of them are already proving their brilliance on stages around Australia and in-

Reuben Tsang meets King Charles after his performance. (Supplied) ternationally – it’s an absolute honour to have them performing in Montville together, and they are sure to attract and impress local audiences.” “Lucas Parklands has long recognised the sacrifices made by young musicians to excel at their craft – it takes many long hours, often lonely hours, to develop world class skills like this – and we want to make sure they get opportunities to perform and develop their experience further.” Rueben Tsang and Madeleine Xiao will perform on Sunday 23 August at 2pm. Their repertoire will include: Brahms, Piano Concerto No.2 and Rachmaninov, Piano Concerto No.2. For further details, visit: https://lucasparklands.com.au/2026-concerts/ For ticketing enquiries, phone 0409623228.

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Strong play from Dolphins U15s Ray White Noosa Dolphins Round 13 A glorious day at Flinders on Saturday saw the U15 Noosa Dolphins take on Saints in a cracking contest of rugby. Having lost their previous two clashes, the Dolphins arrived determined to turn the tide and delivered a quality performance to claim a convincing 33–17 victory. The Dolphins played with heart, intent and relentless defence. Henry opened the scoring with a try and later added another, while Chayse also crossed twice. Mattie sealed the win with a slick off-the-guard move and a well-earned final try. Nate, Sidney and Max all contributed conversions. Despite a tight scoreline for much of the match, the well-drilled Dolphins held their composure and finished strongly. Kade was awarded the Domino’s Player of the Match, with special mentions to Victor and Oscar for their powerful carries and Chayse for his outstanding skill. A brilliant team effort and a memorable win! U13s After a tough loss the week before, the Dolphins had something to prove. Coach Scotty put the focus firmly on attitude: cut the backchat and negativity, stay positive and play for each other. It certainly paid dividends. The boys looked switched on from the start, and Jake opened the scoring before some slick backline play sent Eric over, and Evan’s quick thinking from a loose ball made it 21–0. From there, the Dolphins were rolling. Emmerson made a barnstorming run before offloading to Harvey who got over the line. Emmerson then collected a Uni kick and powered through three defenders to score under the posts. Uni fought back with a couple of quick tries, but the boys stayed composed, with Emmerson producing another huge individual effort from halfway before Benny finished off a great team try. 32 NOOSA TODAY Friday, 14 August, 2026

With plenty still to work on, this was nonetheless a fantastic response from the boys; the final score Dolphins 47 - Uni 17. Domino’s Player of the Match went to Emerson for his superb kicking and overall play. U10s The U10s Noosa Dolphins went in strong against the Saints on the weekend with consistently strong defence and plenty of confidence when zipping through their opponents. Finn got the game off to a positive start running half the length of the field. Noah matched that effort with another impressive run, both players surrounded and supported by their teammates. Tommy tackled well, while Markus, Walshy and Owen held strong on the front line, maintaining a solid defensive effort. The Saints led at half-time, but in the second the focus for the Dolphins was clear; stay positive, have a crack, keep things simple, support one another and know ‘the only can do is you’s’! Noah and Hardie ran long from the wings, Koa defended one Saint after another, and Oatie’s determined brute force through the Saints pack resulted in a fantastic try for the Dolphins. Dominos Player of the Match was awarded to Owen for always being ‘on’, he did not stop, and to Tommy for stepping up centre in the rut. U9s The U9 Ray White Noosa Dolphins were on fire this week, putting on a try-scoring display against a brave Eumundi side. The Dolphins ran hard, tackled strong and, best of all, brought their mates into the game. Hemi was on the hunt for an intercept and crossed for some great tries. Eli was almost impossible to stop on his storming runs after stealing the ball. Teddy and Max got in on the action with powerful displays of strength meets pace, bursting over the advantage line. Buster worked

U9s Gus and Keanu celebrate try time. (Supplied) hard at the breakdown, Lachie sealed the ball to support play, while Liam and Keanu were strong in defence. Gus showed tenacity to turn against the field of play and make space in the corner; rewarded with a fantastic try. Owen gained the most metres all season, reaching out for a well-deserved try, while Alfie was strong through the middle. The team’s rush defence caused plenty of pressure all game, with Billy and Otis doing a great job to organise the backline and capitalise on turnovers. A brilliant team effort packed with tries, teamwork and plenty of smiles. Domino’s Players of the Match went to Alfie and Owen. U8s The U8 Noosa Red crew rolled into Matthew Flinders on Saturday morning ready for action, taking on a spirited Grammar side in a game full of energy, big smiles and plenty of highlights. Noosa wasted no time getting on the board,

with Albee, Hugo and Charlie crossing for multiple tries thanks to some great support play and quick thinking with the ball. There was plenty of cheering from the sidelines as the tries kept coming! Grammar kept things interesting, which meant Noosa had to dig deep with some cracking defence, especially from Nixon who was on fire; he showed real grit and determination to hold the line. Augie, Walt, Abi and Ned were on a mission, making strong runs and gaining valuable metres. Their effort and enthusiasm gave the team great momentum throughout the game. Noosa came away with the win, maintaining their strong season. Domino’s Player of the Match went to Albee for his consistent effort, commitment and all-round team spirit! U7s This week the team travelled south of the bridge to take on the Swans, competing in the oldest rivalry in Sunshine Coast rugby union. Cotton Tree is currently going through a drought, hence the dust bowl of a field which delighted every parent in coo-ee. The major highlight of this week was the growth in field awareness shown by the team. Close to a quarter of every ruck, the ball was shifted two passes. The Swans attempted the same tactic in the second half, cementing our Ray White Noosa Dolphins as “leaders on the Sunshine Coast.” This was outstanding to watch; unlike the leads a Sea Eagle or Bronco couldn’t maintain on a Saturday afternoon at the local brewery (shout out to the “U7’s Fathers Meet on Saturdays at the Rugby Social Group”). With leadership at a premium, young Dukey took it to another level, scoring four tries in the first half and a fifth in the second half. This, plus countless defensive efforts scored him the Dominos Player of the Match.

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Lions no goals, no loss By Alasdair Scott Noosa Lions were held to a goal-less draw in Saturday night’s top of the table clash with Woombye. Ultimately, it was a fair result as neither side deserved to lose. Fiercely competitive, but played in a good spirit, both teams struggled to keep possession for any length of time, Chances were few and when required both goalkeepers stepped up to the mark to ensure there was no way past them. When Cameron Boldy was beaten, Jarvis Bennell was on hand to clear two goal bound efforts off the Noosa line. In the absence of the suspended Mitchell Bridge, Felix Rivera joined Bennell as the centre back pairing and both were on top of their game to make timely chal-

lenges. Oli Williams took on the captaincy and led by example with an all-action performance as the central attacking midfielder. The Minor Premiership was on the line for both teams and from the kick-off it was clear both teams were hungry for the trophy. It was a frenetic start to the game with Noosa on the front foot, but restricted from getting shots at the ‘keeper by a determined and organised Woombye defence. Martin Penafiel tested the ‘keeper in the 20th minute with a free kick from out wide and from the resulting corner saw his left foot shot go just wide of the far post. A few minutes later and Ollie Blackmore released Oli Williams down the left with a lovely pass down the line, who squared it to his brother who was

arriving at pace to the edge of the area, but his first time shot flew over the crossbar. The Williams brothers combined again down the right, but Woombye’s defenders blocked both of Oli’s shots. The visitors finished the half strongly and Cameron Boldy punched away one well hit shot and was then relieved to see a free kick go just wide of his right-hand post. As neither side were able to assert any real control in midfield, the game was scrappier in the second half. Woombye hit the post from one corner and it was from these set pieces that they looked most dangerous. Late in the second half, both teams had their best chance to win the game. Jack Williams sent a defence splitting pass to put Takaishi in space on the edge of the area.

He opted not to shoot and his cross was smothered by the ‘keeper just as Williams and Harrison Tompkins raced in and looked certain to score. A minute later and Bennell was performing the second of his goal line clearance heroics. For the corner, the Woombye ‘keeper went forward and when the ball was cleared, Noosa looked certain to score – but the referee blew for full-time and it was honours even for the night. Noosa Lions maintained their two-point lead at the top of the table and travel to Buderim on Saturday, knowing a win or draw will earn them the accolade of 2026 Minor Premiers. Kick off is 5pm for the Mens team and 3pm for the Under 23’s who were beaten 1-0 by Woombye and hold on to third spot on the ladder.

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Tyres key at Leyburn Sprints for racer Dean Amos In a sport where good tyres are essential, Dean Amos relies on four-year-old rubber that is past its best after just one kilometre of racing. A tyre shortage will be the biggest challenge for Amos as he bids for an 11th outright win – and possibly a lap record - at the 30th anniversary Historic Leyburn Sprints on 15-16 August. “None of us can get the correct tyres we need from Europe; they’re not making enough so we make do by swapping them around for different events and saving the best for the most important weekends like Leyburn,” the three-time Australian Hillclimb Champion said. The award-winning Sprints, commemorating the 1949 Australian Grand Prix at Leyburn, will feature more than 240 historic, classic and performance cars ranging in vintage from 1924 to modern-day. Off-track attractions will include a guest line-up of 10 famous former drivers, the Vintage Van Village, Shannons Show ‘n’ Shine, new historical exhibition Frames of Time: Leyburn’s Story in Motion, Motorsport Alley display, charity auction, fun run and market stalls. A “Night with the Stars, Under the Stars” function at the historic Ellangowan Woolshed will kick off the weekend’s 30th anniversary celebrations.

For competing on Leyburn’s 1.0 kilometre closed-street course, Dean Amos scrapes clean the tyres on his exotic Gould GR55B car after every timed run and wraps them in industrial clingwrap to avoid picking up debris until he’s ready to go again. Pit crew unwrap the tyres just before the starting line. “The tyre rubber has to be incredibly soft for a 40-second sprint run and by the time we get near the end it’s picked up more stones and rubbish and is already losing its grip. “If I had new tyres I’d definitely have a chance of that lap record; I’ve been stuck at 39.79 sec. since 2019. I’ll still have a crack next weekend but the track and weather conditions will have to be perfect.” Nevertheless, Amos’s blow-for-blow contest over two days with perennial rivals Warwick Hutchinson (OMS28) and Brett Bull (BB MHC) promises to be an exciting highlight of the Sprints time trials. Sprints President Tricia Chant said the 30th anniversary was a proud milestone for the local community. “It’s now about much more than motorsport, it’s a heritage festival on multiple levels. It has

Historic Leyburn Sprints will be on 15-16 August. (Supplied) tremendous community support and many individuals and organisations roll up their sleeves to help,” she said. “We didn’t imagine at the inaugural event 30 years ago that the Sprints would become one of Queensland’s biggest annual motorsport meetings with attendance around 18,000 and so incredibly popular with spectators and competitors for its grassroots atmosphere. “We virtually close down the town, there’s a fantastic choice of free things to do off-track and we strive to keep prices affordable for all our patrons,” she said. “Supported by the Queensland Government

and Southern Downs Regional Council, the Historic Leyburn Sprints is a true community effort that brings many benefits through spending by visitors and the orgsanisers.” Southern Downs Regional Council Mayor Melissa Hamilton said this year’s Historic Leyburn Sprints was particularly special as the iconic event celebrates its 30th anniversary. “Thirty years is an incredible milestone and shows the passion and dedication that has made the Historic Leyburn Sprints one of Queensland’s premier motorsport events,” Mayor Hamilton said. “Leyburn being the site of Queensland’s first Grand Prix will always be something that we celebrate in our region and Council is proud to support this iconic event.” Leyburn is on the Toowoomba–Karara Road, 66 kms south-west of Toowoomba, 61 kms northwest of Warwick and 193 kms west of Brisbane. Competition will start at 8am on both days. Adult tickets are $30 a day or $40 for the weekend – available at the gate or on-line - with accompanied children under 14 admitted free. For full details, visit www.historicleyburnsprints.com.au. Friday, 14 August, 2026 NOOSA TODAY 33

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Pirates win Premiership TALKING SPORT RON LANE There was plenty at stake for the Noosa Pirates over the weekend, with minor premierships, finals positions and seasons on the line. The second-last round of the regular season delivered everything from big wins and tough losses to an incredible A Grade comeback. Pirates Rugby League Secretary Tim Burger was all smiles as he shared the results of the Girls Minor Premiership for the 2026 season. “In an epic contest we came home the victors with an 18-10 victory over Maroochydore. Congratulations girls-a fantastic achievement. In a top-of – the table block buster against Maroochydore. The Pirates U15 Division 1Girls delivered one of the weekends standout performances, fully aware of what was at stake. Maroochydore had held first place for most of the season and came ready to compete, but the Noosa girls were equal to the challenge. The win lifted the girls to the top of the ladder and, with a bye in the final round, secured the minor premiership. It was undoubtedly one of the weekend’s standout performances, and these two teams may meet again before the season ends. A Noosa-Maroochydore grand final would be one to watch. 34 NOOSA TODAY Friday, 14 August, 2026

Attention then turned to the senior Pirates, who headed down the highway to Caloundra for what proved to be a tough day at the office. The U19 Men fought hard, but went down 26-6 leaving them locked with Coolum in fourth place,but ahead on points differential heading into the final round. Our Open Women started strongly but couldn’t maintain the momentum against a quality Caloundra outfit, eventually going down 34-4. The C Grade Men also had a difficult afternoon falling 44-12, while Reserve Grade lost 5222. This left the A Grade Men to finish the dayand what happened next was pure Pirate footy. Wirth their finals hopes on the line, Noosa needed a win and late in the day Pirates trailed 18-10. Despite injuries to key players and being reduced to 11 men after two players were sent to the sin bin, the Pirates refused to give in. Noosa found another gear, scoring 14 unanswered points to storm home and claim a memorable 24-18 victory. It was a display of heart, determination and belief when their season was on the line. This leaves Pirates locked in a three-way with battle with Beerwah and Stanley River for third position, thus setting up an enormous round for the regular season. There was also a great sight at Caloundra with the Grey Beards pulling their boots back on, against the Caloundra Masters. Thus, the old boys showed that there was still a bit of Pirates footy left in those old legs Next weekend is set to be a big one for the Pirates. Friday night at Pirates Park begins with a blockbuster, as the U15 Division 1 Boys take on Caboolture. The equation is simple: the winner

claims third spot, while the loser will need other results to go their way to hold on to fourth place and the final playoff position. Our U17 Girls will wrap up their season against Beerwah and take the field in their special Ladies Day Kit: while the U16 Division 1Boys, finish their year on the road against Caboolture. Saturday junior action at home will see the U14 Division1 Boys take on Caloundra, the U13 Division 1 Boys face Maroochydore and the U13 Girls battle Beachmere. Then it will be one of the biggest days on Pirates calendar- Ladies Day at Pirates Park. Saturday will see Noosa celebrate Ladies Day recognising the incredible contribution women and girls make to rugby league, and to the Pirates. Female participation has exploded at the club in recent years, with around one-third of our junior players now girls. -a fantastic sign of just how much the women’s game continues to grow. The senior program will get under way with a fantastic All Abilities clash between Noosa and Caboolture, before our Open Women take centre stage at 11.30am. The ladies get the honour of opening the season competition schedule, giving them the chance to play the game, and then enjoy the festivities as the club celebrates their contribution to rugby league. From there, a full afternoon of Pirates footy will follow, featuring the U19 Men, C Grade, Reserve Grade and A Grade. The A Grade clash promises to be huge. With Noosa, Beerwah and Stanley River locked in a battle for finals positions, the last game of the regular season, could determine the shape of the finals series. More information regarding team result will

be forth coming next week. Between the Flags. The year 2028 will mark 100 years of service by the men, women and young people of our region who have volunteered as members of the Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club. Those who have patrolled the golden sands of Noosa Main Beach, and swum in its waters have built a proud record: no lives lost while members have been on patrol. Proud to say that during these years, several have been decorated for conduct above and beyond the call of normal duties. It is not an organisation that one joins to be with friends and have fun. Preparations for the occasion are already under way, with much still to be done. A local author of renown is researching the proud club’s history, and it is hoped that long-dormant photographs will resurface and be brought forward for inclusion. On Saturday 8 August, a meeting of veteran members was held at the Noosa club to reform and strengthen the Old Boys Club. Now a volunteer organisation for both men and women, it was renamed The First Wave by majority vote. Chaired by Life Member, President Tim Irvine, the meeting was attended by 23 members. As this was the first meeting of the reformed group, members were encouraged to provide any information that could help the project succeed. Names and contact numbers of research team members, will be announced next week. For the new generation, may they always live by our motto: Vigilance and Service—remaining ever vigilant so they can serve those in need.

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Poster for Mygreation. (Hunter) “They transport us to very different parts of the world, and they share a wonderful curiosity about people, place and the ways we choose to live. As one reviewer put it: “The final five minutes of Niokobokk moved me to my core. The title means ‘All Together’, and that spirit runs through the entire film. Mainstream media coverage of Africa is so often dominated by conflict, epidemics and hunger. What we see in Niokobokk is another, deeply human reality: people living full lives, thriving within their communities, helping one another, sharing food, laughing and finding joy.” And then on Sunday, as a curtain-raiser for Australian Dream, Noosa’s ever-inventive king of the groms Hunter Williams will premiere his latest short vid, Mygreation., as part of the GromShorts program. “It’s a play on the word migration,” 12-year-old Hunter explains. It’s about surf road trips and explores Hunter’s thoughts on the essence of surfing, and that pure joy you get from heading off on the road to enjoy the simple pleasures. He says: “It’s based on a trip we did as a family, from Queensland to Vicco, how you can still jump in the car, live simply, chase waves, and reflect on the experience.” Also on the Grom card: Zion Poy’s Silent Break, an intimate portrait of a deaf surfer defying limits; Made By Hand (Aria Oakes, Aaylah Austin-Turner and Maya Oakes), homeschooling give the girls the opportunity to surf, shape boards and travel; Juniper Roo Houston’s Ain’t That Swell. For last minute tickets and other info visit nisff.com.au

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Sometimes it’s funny how random dots connect. A couple of weeks back I was enjoying an all-too-infrequent lunch with longtime friend and former Quiksilver colleague Norm Innis when I mentioned that I’d been looking at Vietnamese holiday opportunities, a destination I’ve somehow missed discovering since I was first offered a free trip and a khaki uniform to go with it back in 1971, and somehow managed to avoid. Norm reminded me that he’d once given me photos and text telling the story of Vietnam’s first professional surfing event, a good yarn which had been on the to do list for far too long, rather like the Viet holiday. Well, no time like the present, so I went home and dug up the file. Norm begins his account: “How a Hong Kong-based money launderer and a commodities dealer with a mysterious past brought pro surfing to Vietnam,” which is a pretty good suckin, you have to admit. These two wide boys, Bruce Aitken and Dave Garcia, had met at the Foreign Correspondents’ Club in Hong Kong, where Dave, who claimed a distant surfing background, suggested that he and Bruce join forces to bring pro surfing to Vietnam, a (mostly) happy hunting ground for both. Somehow they established a connection with Australia’s Graham Cassidy, then head of the Association of Surfing Professionals, which ran surfing’s world tour. “Sid” Cassidy knew sponsorship would be required, other than what had already been secured from a telco and a floating hotel, so he contacted Norm, then managing director of Quiksilver in Australia and South East Asia and a frequent visitor to Hong Kong. Next trip to HK Norm met with Bruce Aitken and signed Quiksilver up as naming rights sponsor of the ASP Quiksilver China Beach Pro for $10,000 and product. In a matter of weeks he was on his way to Vietnam to join the ASP crew and a posse of mostly Australian surfers, including Quiksilver-sponsored Ross Clarke Jones, at the contest venue of My Khe Beach, outside Da Nang, and better known as “China Beach” since it had become a favoured surf spot for American GIs 25 years earlier, as immortalised in Francis Ford Coppola’s Apocalypse Now, when Colonel Kilgore orders his men to surf while a battle rages with the Viet Cong, explaining, “Charlie don’t surf”. Norm recalls: “I can’t recall getting from Da Nang airport to China Beach, but I won’t forget arriving at the hotel. These days that section of beach is lined with luxury resorts, but in ’93 the only hotel was a Russian-built box that would not have been out of place in an industrial suburb of Cold War Moscow … But there were certainly no complaints about the contest site infrastructure. I realised that this was a big deal. It may have been a novelty for the surfers, but for the Vietnamese it was huge, and so was the international media coverage. “And there was surf! I remember watching RCJ catch an eight-foot wave out the back at the peak of the swell before the event began. He was just a dot when he took off and went right for 200 metres flat out until the wave closed out. Then he stayed in the white water until it reformed and he rode it left for another 200 metres.” The swell dropped to a contestable size, and, apart from $20,000 worth of surfwear being hijacked (Norm and his new mates had to make a retrieval mission to Da Nang to steal it back), the first China Beach Pro, won by Australia’s Simon Law, was a huge success. And although it was never to run again, the event inspired the big recreational surf scene which continues to proliferate in Da Nang. Don’t forget the NISFF! This weekend’s Noosa International Surfilm Festival will present the Australian premieres of two standout international films, Niokobokk and Monozukuri, during its Saturday evening screening session at Noosa Event Cinemas. Although distinctly different in subject and style, both films explore travel, culture and a deeper connection to the world around us. “Niokobokk and Monozukuri are both stunning films that stay with you long after you’ve left the cinema,” NISFF director Jesca Maas said.

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BETWEEN MOUNTAINS AND SEA PROPERTY MATTERS ERLE LEVEY HINTERLAND views and spectacular sunsets can be enjoyed with a backdrop of the crashing surf at a hidden gem in Peregian Beach. With a feel of timeless coastal luxury blended with a beautiful low-maintenance setting, the three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 10 Pavonia St goes to auction Saturday, 22 August at 12pm. Tracy Russell at Tom Offermann Real Estate knows Peregian well and said the property was a case of understated elegance. With timber floors and high ceilings, the house is on one level and offers a flowing floorplan. “It is a perfect downsizer,’’ Tracy said, “with a beautiful garden and heated saltwater pool. “It offers lower-maintenance living without looking at a unit. Beyond the bespoke timber double doors is a home that perfectly balances Queenslander charm with timeless design and refined finishes. Air-conditioned throughout, this feel-good home exudes character, with stunning polished European oak floors and a striking four-metrelong timber island bench anchoring the upmarket open-plan kitchen. The kitchen connects seamlessly to the living spaces beneath high, raked ceilings and stylish pendant lighting. Sophisticated and private, this home has been designed for year-round enjoyment, with every detail thoughtfully considered to suit the climate and celebrate the natural surroundings. Glass louvred windows, stack-back sliders, and an effortless floorplan blurr the lines to the outdoors. The main bedroom suite offers a tranquil retreat, thoughtfully separated from two additional generous bedrooms, the family bathroom, and a separate powder room. It enjoys a private, leafy outlook over the hinterland. A spacious laundry and wellconsidered storage solutions enhance everyday ease and functionality. Woven into the design are solar panels, two plumbed rainwater tanks for irrigation, a heat pump, under-house storage, fire pit area and an oversized double garage with rear

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A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car lakefront house at 35 Urunga Parade, Boreen Point, is for sale by expressions of interest. (568469)

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car lakefront house at 35 Urunga Parade, Boreen Point, is for sale by expressions of interest. (568469)

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car lakefront house at 35 Urunga Parade, Boreen Point, is for sale by expressions of interest. (568469)

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car house at 46 Enterprise St, Sunshine Beach, is set for auction at 12pm Saturday, 5 September. (570042)

Ray White Noosa’s Mike Hay and David Conolly. (568469)

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment with pool, two parking spaces at 1/7 William St, Noosaville, goes to auction Saturday, 5 September, at 10am. (568469)

access. Off-street space is available for a caravan, boat or trailer, while retractable awnings provide added shade in summer. Natural, understated, and in harmony with its surroundings, this residence occupies a sought-after location a three minute-drive to Peregian Beach. POWERFUL PARTNERSHIP In a significant move in the Noosa real estate sector long-established selling agents and coprincipals Mike Hay and David Conolly have joined forces with Australia’s largest real estate network to launch Ray White Noosa. Both have more than 20 years of selling in the Noosa market and for the past 15 years achieved national top-tier success. The move to the Ray White banner fits nicely with the agents as well as the White group. It links their local expertise with buyer reach, cutting-edge technology, systems and support. Mike said that while they weren’t actively seeking a change, the sheer scale, support, and capital city dominance of the Ray White brand made the decision easy. “We have always been very aware of the strength of the Ray White brand, Noosa is a national hotspot, heavily driven by interstate migration.

“We are now directly plugged into Ray White’s massive capital city databases. Their dominance within the real estate industry, particularly across the capital cities, aligns strongly with the Noosa market and gives us great confidence in the opportunities ahead.” A key driving factor behind the alignment was a strong cultural synergy. For Mike and David, finding a network that shared those core values was paramount. “Culture was a very important factor for us,” David said. “Visiting the Ray White head office in Sydney, we were struck by how positive, loyal, and longtenured the staff were, with many team members having been there for decades. “That sense of stability and pride really resonated with us.” Early feedback has already been extremely positive, Mike said, and he expects the change to feel seamless, with the added advantage of greater support and resources. “The rebrand comes at a time of continued strength for the local property landscape. “Clients will benefit from improved systems and stronger marketing reach.’’ Known for its prestigious beachfront estates

alongside accessible, high-demand pockets, the Noosa region remains one of Australia’s most dynamic property hotspots. “The Noosa market continues to perform strongly, supported by an incredible lifestyle that attracts buyers from across the country,” Mike said. “With consistently low property availability, demand remains very strong and the market continues to show resilience and depth. “This unique mix creates a broad and active market, attracting a wide range of buyers and investors.” Ray White Queensland CEO Jason Andrew said the pair’s transition to Ray White is not just a change of colours; it is a launchpad for expansion. “This is a best in market move, the team has already secured an additional high-profile office location to broaden their physical footprint,” Jason said. “The partnership provides a powerful platform to scale the business, with plans to actively recruit top-tier talent, expand property management capabilities, and broaden their specialised service offerings across the Noosa Shire.”

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A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 10 Pavonia St, Peregian Beach, goes to auction Saturday, 22 August at 12pm. (567635)

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 10 Pavonia St, Peregian Beach, goes to auction Saturday, 22 August at 12pm. (567635)

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 10 Pavonia St, Peregian Beach, goes to auction Saturday, 22 August at 12pm. (567635)

STRONG AUCTION PROGRAM The Ray White group is known nationally for its expertise with auctions and Noosa will be no exception. A strong auction campaign has been launched for spring, with a variety of properties being offered - from beachside homes to riverside apartments. On Saturday, 5 September, a three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car riverside apartment at Noosaville goes to the market at 10am. Rachel Sellman and Mike Hay are the agents for the luxury property 1/7 William St that comes with pool and sun deck. The Paul Clout designed residence is over three levels with lift access throughout., and features a stunning open-plan living area with a fireplace. Then at 12pm on the same day Mike and Rachel will take a three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car house at Sunshine Beach to auction. The house, at 46 Enterprise St, is in an elevated position on 546sq m and has been designed around its natural surroundings, with ocean views and leafy vistas. Architecturally designed, it features multiple balconies and covered outdoor entertaining areas to take advantage of the outlook. On Saturday, 12 September, David Conolly and Mike Hay will take a three-bedroom, twobathroom, two-car duplex apartment 2/23 Edward St, Noosaville, to auction at 12pm. : 3bed, 2bath, 2car duplex apartment, pool, 12pm, David Conolly ….. Mike Hay 0417 624 059 Ray White Noosa Noosa NEW LISTINGS: 35 Urunga Parade, Boreen Point A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car

walks, sharing a laugh at the historic Apollonian Hotel, enjoying nearby Elanda Point “glamping” site, parklands and modern micro-brewery, or paddle to discover a genuine everglades system (one of only two in the world) - adventure and relaxation live side by side. Part of the UNESCO Noosa Biosphere Reserve, this pocket of paradise also places the Great Sandy National Park right on your doorstep - surrounding you with pristine ecosystems, diverse birdlife, and untouched natural beauty. The Home: Light, Bright and Crafted for Ease.... Step inside to a beautifully refreshed interior designed to mimic the effortless beauty of its surroundings. The light-filled rooms capture cooling lake breezes to ensure year round comfort, while the spacious layout offers plenty of room for the whole family to unwind. The crown jewel of this property is the expansive, north east facing front deck. It is the perfect spot to pour a cold drink, curl up with a good book and lose yourself in the wide, uninterrupted lake views. Life was simply meant to be this easy. Elevated Lakeside Living (Upstairs).... Expansive Front Deck: Overlooking the sandy shores and peaceful waters of Lake Cootharaba. Open-Plan Living and Dining: A bright, welcoming zone framed by beautiful lake vistas. Functional Kitchen: Enjoy your morning coffee with lake views. Premium Finishes: Rich, polished Spotted Gum hardwood flooring underfoot. Restful Retreats: Three spacious bedrooms, including a main suite complete with a walk-in robe and private ensuite. Everyday Comfort: Family bathroom; a large

independent laundry; full screening; air-conditioning and ceiling fans. Eco-Friendly Features: Solar hot water and a massive 45,400-litre rainwater tank capacity. Built to Last: Quality, low maintenance Colorbond steel wall cladding and roof. Secure Space and Storage (Under-House) Double Lock-Up Garage: Secure parking with effortless access. Abundant Flexible Space: A massive, fully enclosed concrete area perfect for secure boat storage for boats, jet skis, and kayaks, or a workshop/hobby studio. Convenient Access: Added benefit of dual street vehicle access from the rear. The Best of Both Worlds.... When you wish to venture out, the charming Tewantin Shopping Village, Noosa Marina, RSL, renovated Royal Mail Hotel, river ferries, and the vibrant Gympie Terrace “golden mile“ cafe culture are a smooth 15 minute drive away. Alternatively, take a scenic countryside drive to the historic hinterland townships of Cooroy and Pomona. The current owner is reluctantly saying goodbye to this idyllic haven, opening the door for the next fortunate family to inherit this slice of lakeside paradise. FORTHCOMING AUCTIONS SATURDAY, 15 August Peregian Beach 24 Lorikeet Dve: 3bed, 2bath, 2car beach-side house on 703sq m, 11am, Rebekah Offermann 0413 044 241 Tom Offermann Real Estate Sunshine Beach 2 Elanda St: 3bed, 2bath, 2car house, pool, 12pm, Tiffany Wilson 0468 922 519 Tom Offermann Real Estate.

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lakefront house at 35 Urunga Parade, Boreen Point, is for sale by expressions of interest. Stunning, uninterrupted lakeside views. Relax on the deck and enjoy this peaceful slice of life, where you can indulge your passions of sailing, boating, fishing and the welcoming community. The home has premium finishes, solar, rainwater tank and loads of enclosed under-house storage. Expressions of Interest. Contact Roger Omdahl, 0412 043 880. https://lagunarealestate.com.au/35-urungaparade-boreen-point-532004 Expansive Lake Views North-east facing deck & living zones overlook Lake Cootharaba’s calm waters Sustainable Living Solar hot water, 45,400L rainwater tank, Colorbond steel cladding Secure Boat Storage & Access Double garage, large enclosed area for boats, dual street vehicle access Was this helpful? Discover The Ultimate Lakeside Sanctuary 35 URUNGA PARADE, BOREEN POINT • DATE PUBLISHED: 24 JUL 2026 The secret is out. Discerning buyers have discovered the ultimate antidote to the daily grind in lakeside Boreen Point - a tranquil haven where time slows down, yet you remain just a breezy 25 minute drive from the world famous energy of Hastings Street, Main Beach and the Noosa National Park. Here, life revolves around the water. Locals treasure morning strolls along sandy shores, lazy afternoons on the calm waters of Lake Cootharaba, and the easygoing community vibe of the local Sailing Club. Whether you are exploring boating on the calm lake, lush bush

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24 LORIkeeT DRIve, PEREGIAN BEACH

Take the plunge! A sun splashed seaside retreat this

edge with kids and dogs, all before breakfast? So

side of paradise, sequestered in the dunes by coconut

easy to get lost in those moments and even through

palms and Norfolk pines, evokes a serious sense of

rose-coloured glasses, not much has changed for

euphoria and sheer excitement. Yearn for your dream

three generations of happy family memories in the

location close to the beach, waking each day to the

2-level easy-breezy beach beauty. Custom built in 1986,

sound of white-capped waves rolling onto the shore,

partially reimagined along the way, it is now going to

the feeling of squeaky white sand between your toes,

market for the very first time.

surfing the ultimate breaks, and walking the water’s

This location simply has it all. And more!

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Auction Saturday 15 August 11.00am view Saturday 10.30am

Agent Rebekah Offermann 0413 044 241 rebekah@offermann.com.au

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7/1 MORWONG DRIVE, NOOSA HEADS

Envisage Nirvana – an iconic Noosa address where

across Laguna Bay, the Noosa River and beyond to

front-row splendour meets unrivalled privacy.

the Hinterland. Breathe deeply, sink into the spa with

Positioned at the tranquil end of Hastings Street, just

bubbles in hand, and watch the sun melt behind Mt

footsteps from Noosa Main Beach, this rare three-

Tinbeerwah and Mt Cooroy as cooling sea breezes drift

bedroom apartment offers generous proportions in

through. Opportunities to secure an apartment of this

one of Noosa’s most tightly held buildings. Beyond

calibre are few and far between. Enjoy the serenity of

the vibrant energy of Hastings Street, the apartment

your private sanctuary, then wander into the vibrant

enjoys an elevated, leafy setting with filtered views

heart of Noosa whenever the mood strikes.

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A3 B2 C1 D Auction Friday 21 August 11.00am View Saturday & Wednesday 11.00am - 11.30am Agent Julie Bengtsson 0418 980 247 julie@offermann.com.au

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Where spectacular hinterland sunsets steal the show

effortlessly to the heated pool and lush, established

and nature is ever-present, this beautifully designed

gardens. Privately positioned just moments from

residence delivers an inspired blend of timeless

Peregian Beach, the village and Noosa National Park,

Queensland character and contemporary coastal

it is a home of rare tranquillity, refined simplicity

elegance. Every space has been thoughtfully crafted to

and enduring appeal, where luxury feels effortless

embrace light, breezes and seamless indoor-outdoor

and every day is connected to the beauty of its

living, with soaring raked ceilings, European oak floors

surroundings.

A3 B2 C2 D Auction Saturday 22 August 12.00pm

and an exceptional entertainer’s kitchen flowing

View Saturday & Wednesday 12.00pm - 12.30pm Agent Tracy Russell 0413 319 879 tracy@offermann.com.au

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A2 B2 CD

327/62 HASTINGS STREET, NOOSA HEADS

Perfectly positioned within the impeccably maintained

Ideal as a private coastal escape or premium

Price $2.5M

French Quarter Resort, Apartment 327 is a beautifully

investment, it boasts an excellent established holiday

renovated retreat just moments from Hastings Street

rental income. Surrounded by lush tropical gardens,

View Sunday & Wednesday 12.30pm - 1.00pm

and Noosa Main Beach. A prized north-facing aspect

the resort features a spectacular lagoon-style pool,

fills the apartment with natural light, complementing

creating an idyllic holiday atmosphere in Noosa’s most

the stylish contemporary interiors and relaxed open-

sought-after beachside locations.

plan design.

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Agent Jesse Stowers 0414 367 282 jesse@offermann.com.au

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25 HASTINGS STREET, NOOSA HEADS

A2 B2 C1 D

Diamonds are forever, when seaside glamour is an

match is a luxurious apartment with whispers of the

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incomparable position mere footsteps across the

Bahamas creating playful albeit sophisticated interiors

boardwalk to the white sand of Noosa Main Beach.

in a widely recognised 5-star luxury property. Drink in

View Monday 1.00pm - 1.30pm

Enviable 180° views from First Point and Noosa National

the moody theatrics as the vibrant azure of the day is

Park sweeping the turquoise brilliance of Laguna Bay

replaced by the moon’s glow, mirrored over the indigo-

to the Noosa North Shore, and boasting the blue-chip

hued bay. Think spectacular rental returns and forever

one-and-only, address of Tingirana on Hastings Street.

holidays. An unrivalled combination of beachfront

Surrounded by sublime natural assets, the impeccable

splendour, lifestyle prestige and investment excellence.

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Agent Jesse Stowers 0414 367 282 jesse@offermann.com.au

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11 MAINSAILS SQUARE, NOOSA HEADS

Seeing is believing. Look out across a vast coastal

be the finest on Noosa Hill. What a way to live. Drink in

Price $6.85M

playground, with the Coral Sea and beaches stretching

those spectacular sights, absorb the drama of sunset,

south along the coast to the left; in front, Lake Weyba

and feel the cooling summer breezes drift through,

View Saturday 11.00am - 11.30am

and its waterways reach out to the Blackall Range

all without leaving your favourite spot on the wrap-

and the lush Noosa hinterland; and sweeping right in

around terraces that wind around the entire upper

a northerly direction, the Noosa River winds its way

level of this substantial residence.

to the coast. That’s well in excess of 180 degrees of uninterrupted outlook. These views, quite simply, may

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Agent Adam Offermann 0475 804 467 adam@offermann.com.au

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A5 B2 C2

24 N O O S A PA R A D E, N O O S A H E A D S

Sunny northside Noosa Parade is a prized ribbon of

blue ocean beyond. The house is a little retro, but has

Noosa’s most coveted deepwater riverfront homes,

good bones and is ripe for renovation or a full prestige

a rare address where the river runs deep enough to

rebuild. Few sites in Noosa offer this rare trifecta:

keep a boat on the doorstep, and where the address

north-facing sun, true deepwater frontage, and genuine

itself carries decades of prestige. Set on a generous

walking-distance to Hastings Street’s boutiques and

611m2 with its own private jetty, this is deepwater living at its most effortless, step from the back lawn straight

restaurants and the golden sands of Main Beach. Price $19.8M

onto the water, your passport to the Noosa River and

View

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Agent Rebekah Offermann 0413 044 241 rebekah@offermann.com.au Agent Tom Offermann tom@offermann.com.au tom@offermann.com.au

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A3 B3 C2 D

36/12-14 SERENITY CLOSE, NOOSA HEADS Imagine the serenity of this extraordinary Settler’s Cove

reminiscent of an art gallery, a neutral palette with

Price $6.75M

penthouse, an exceptional piece of paradise gracing

monochromatic accents, and everything to suit the

the pinnacle of luxury’s favourite and prized address,

most discerning. The exceptional terrace with kitchen

View Saturday 1.00pm - 1.30pm

looking over the scintillating Noosa Sound waterways,

and bar, has slide away shutters on the balustrading,

beyond to Mt Tinbeerwah, and within walking distance

so whatever the weather, the season or reason,

to Noosa Main Beach and Hastings Street. There

entertaining is a breeze, and akin to taking a seat in

is an emphasis on design supremacy such as grand

a beautiful theatre, late afternoon sundowners are

proportions and clerestory-height ceilings, somewhat

another option.

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A5 B3 C5 D

13 MC I N T Y R E L A N E, T I N B E E RWA H Imagine the absolute exhilaration and majesty of a

design provenance such as clerestory ceiling and

classic grand Queenslander, botanical-like gardens

endless brushbox flooring. French doors from lavish

morphing north across a 1.27ha gated estate, lily-

dining and living areas with fireplaces, access the wide

covered lake with treasure trove of birdlife, and

verandah with 180-degree views of the luminescent

20 minutes to fabled Hastings Street, also Noosa

pool and an expansive terrace seemingly spilling over

Main Beach. Admire the dramatic circular driveway,

sprawling lawns and gardens. Every once in a while, a

characteristic butterfly staircase, and verandah. Inside,

property takes your breath away. Taransay is one of

indisputable splendour is fashioned with timeless

those moments.

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Price $3.49M

Agent Chris Miller 0412 894 542 chris@offermann.com.au

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VISUALLY STRIKING TROPICAL RETREAT ENVISAGE a white-hot location in one of only two north-facing streets on Noosa Hill. Set on a larger-than-average allotment with the tranquil backdrop of Noosa National Park, this exceptional residence enjoys an idyllic north-east aspect, capturing glimpses of the azure waters of Laguna Bay, Noosa North Shore and beyond. Commanding an elevated position at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, the home is just 800 metres from Noosa Main Beach and Hastings Street, and only 500 metres from the vibrant cafes, bars and boutiques of Noosa Junction. Striking in its contemporary grey and white façade, the substantial residence has retained its timeless appeal. Thoughtfully designed and impeccably maintained, it is easy to see why the current owners have cherished over 20 years of unforgettable memories here. Step through the custom timber and glasspanelled front door and ascend to the main living level, where the home’s impressive sense of space and natural light immediately unfolds. Soaring ceilings enhance the expansive living and dining areas, while beautiful blackbutt timber flooring complements the surrounding natural landscape. A full wall of glass doors slides away to seamlessly connect the interiors with an expansive north-east facing terrace. Overlooking lush lawns and established tropical gardens framed by the adjoining nature reserve, this sheltered outdoor entertaining space offers a spectacular setting to relax or host guests, complete with leafy vistas and glimpses of the sea. The adjoining kitchen is equally impressive, featuring stone benchtops, an island breakfast bar, a pastel-grey finger-tiled splashback, white Venetian blinds, a walk-in pantry and a suite of premium appliances, including an Omega gas cooktop and oven, Bosch dishwasher, Sicao wine fridge and Samsung refrigerator with ice maker. Designed for effortless entertaining, it is sure to delight passionate home cooks. A nearby staircase leads to a mezzanine reading retreat and a separate media/lounge room complete with a kitchenette. Sliding doors open onto a second terrace and garden, creating another inviting space to unwind. Perfectly positioned for peace and privacy, the home’s four bedrooms offer restful retreats. Occupying the upper level, the luxurious main suite features a walk-in robe, access to a private terrace and a beautifully renovated ensuite with natural stone-topped double vanity. Two additional carpeted bedrooms with built-in robes occupy the north-east wing and are serviced by a stylish family bathroom featuring a freestanding bathtub, mirrored feature wall, single vanity and separate toilet. On the ground floor, the fourth bedroom enjoys direct access to the terrace and gardens and is serviced by a renovated bathroom and separate toilet, finished to the same high standard as the rest of the home. The mid-level accommodates a fully equipped laundry with access to the drying court, along with a double

garage and generous storage room. “The prized location is one of Noosa’s most tightly held,” says Tom Offermann Real Estate marketing agent Luke Chen. “Our peaceful, leafy cul-de-sac is an easy walk to Noosa Main Beach, Hastings Street and the bustling cafes, restaurants, supermarkets, cinema and transport links of Noosa Junction. This slice of tropical paradise is not only an exceptional lifestyle opportunity, but also a bluechip investment.” Insider Intel: Land Area: 834m2 Internal Area: 270m2 approx External Area: 109m2 approx incl 12mx9.7m U/C terrace grnd level; garden, 3.9mx7.8m; 1.6mx3m upper level; all NE facing Features: 2-level minimum stairs; blackbutt flooring; 2.3m ceiling upstairs VJ internal doors; aircon/fans; grey & white exterior, almost framed by Noosa National Park; custom timber; glass panelled front door. Living Areas: main living/dining w lengthy terrace framed by northerly Noosa National Park; Laguna Bay vista; ground level lounge/media room; kitchenette w Hisense fridge, Panasonic micro; slide away door to 2 U/C NE terraces; garden; Kitchen: C-shaped w white stone topped white cabinetry incl 3.2m island breakfast bar; pastel grey finger tiled splashback; venetian blinds; walk-in pantry; Omega oven; 5 x gas cooktop; Bosch dishwasher; Sicao wine fridge; Samsung ice maker fridge; Panasonic microwave Bedrooms: 4 total; renovated bathrooms; upper level premier suite retreat w 2-way WIR, ensuite w stone topped 2-basin cabinetry; access to terrace; NE wing w mezzanine study space w custom cabinetry; 2 carpeted bdrms w BIRs,

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HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 22 Angler Street, NOOSA HEADS Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: On Site Auction. Saturday 29 August, 11:00 AM Inspect: Contact agent Contact: Luke Chen 0417 600 840, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

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ABSOLUTE BEACHFRONT PICTURE the world beyond, a barefoot extravagance on the absolute beachfront, mere footsteps to the white sand pearlescence, is the ultimate prize. There’s something powerful about the sight and sound of water, and here it’s on full show with starring roles. Imagine swimming in a swell of natural charms - turquoise Coral Sea, endless bright blue skies, with sweeping 180-degree magical views. Poised perfectly, the shore side of paradise with a coveted exclusive address, exhibits a considered yet exuberance design. Come inside. Be overwhelmed how the luminous quality of the ocean is matched by the interior as fresh and exhilarating as an early morning swim. It’s vivacious, effortlessly cool yet quintessentially mid-century modern as tomorrow, with voluminous double-height spaces that form the heart of the residence with commensurate everything, stretching across two levels, all bathed in washes of natural light. Looking from the entrance foyer with its candelabra-like balls of light and monumentally high glass walls and doors, it appears to mimic alfresco, totter on the azure horizon pool, and meld into the Coral Sea, with ever-changing visual tableaux, a remarkable back drop. The award-winning design by Paul Clout, celebrates the absolute joy of living by the beach in over-generous avantgarde spaces. Walls disappear inviting natural light indoors from the terraces to shadow dance over American oak floors throughout the vast openplan living spaces on both levels. A statuary marble feature wall on the upper level has a massive integrated fireplace. There’s a more casual air to the other living space. It coalesces in an exuberant fashion with the good life alfresco, spilling to undercover and sun terraces where there’s a luminescent wet-edge pool, spa and a seemingly floating day bed. Naturally the 180-degree ocean and beach views are sensational, however from the rooftop terrace, the panorama is even wider, extending from Lions Head in the Noosa National Park to Mooloolaba, and beyond. Or if you prefer, grab the kids, dogs and surfboard, make a beeline for the private gate and the often-deserted beach. Entertaining options are numerous and is a breeze whatever the reason or season especially with an immense artfully-designed galley kitchen. It has marble-topped whitebright cabinetry with American oak doors and panels, including the lengthy island/breakfast

bar. Premium appliances including the butler’s pantry, are integrated. The premier suite retreat with expansive terrace and those 5-star views, is not only substantial but puts the luxe into deluxe with an oval bath taking pride of place in the open bathroom. Its next to the double shower and nearby walk-in robe which will suit the most fastidious fashionista. On the entry level are three sizeable suites and three bathrooms. One has an ensuite with bathtub, two have access to the pool terrace and one has a kitchenette, suggesting a cuppa on the terrace as the sun rises. There is also a gym, study and laundry on this level. Its not surprising properties in the exclusive and secure Beaches Estate are so tightly held comments Tom Offermann Real Estate marketing agent Cameron Urquhart. There are only eight properties, and discerning purchasers are seeking world class luxury on absolute beachfront, without compromising on design, such as this 2018 HIA Sunshine Coast House of the Year. Enjoy everything this exclusive address has to offer just a short drive from Hastings Street, Main Beach and the internationally recognized Noosa National Park and World Surfing Reserve. “There’s simply nothing like living or investing in the privileged and private front row. Enough to make you sigh.” Inside Intel: Land Area: 818m2 Beach Frontage: 24m Internal/External Areas approx: 384m2/103m2 incl rooftop terrace 5.1mx5.5m via spiral staircase Pool/Terraces: 5.1mx3.5m + spa, ‘floating’ day bed, undercover & sun terraces + firepit Award: Sunshine Coast Home of the Year 2018 Paul Clout Design Features: entry w 3.6m high glass doors; walls 6m high; floors; American Oak +

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HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 2/56 David Low Way, SUNRISE BEACH Inspect: By Appointment Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: Contact Agent Contact: Cameron Urquhart 0411 757 570, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE 14 NOOSA TODAY | Friday, 14 August, 2026

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Sunshine Beach, this architecturally designed beach house takes in gorgeous ocean views and stunning natural surroundings. vibe in the open plan living zone on the top level. The stylish kitchen makes entertaining easy and is well-equipped with premium appliances, ample cabinetry, a gas cooktop, stone benchtops, a large pantry, and undermount sink.

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Rachel Sellman 0422 719 041 rachel.sellman@raywhite.com Mike Hay 0417 624 059 mike.hay@raywhite.com

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OASIS IN THE HEART OF DOONAN POSITIONED the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac, this expansive 5,039 sqm block offers a private, tranquil setting backing onto a rainforest reserve. Just down the road, you’ll find Australia’s best family dining at The Doonan, along with a convenient local store and caf-delivering the perfect balance of seclusion and everyday ease. With quick access to the Sunshine Coast Motorway and Bruce Highway, and only a short drive to Noosa National Park, this location truly has it all. Giving you the perfect family home and a nature reset, this property boasts 3 private bedrooms, two with internal en-suites, plus a third separate bathroom. For maximum comfort, there are separate laundry, study, and TV rooms. An open-plan living and dining area creates a spacious nest that rolls nicely onto a terrace and 10x4m turquoise pool, creating the perfect inside-outside living experience so you can enjoy the surrounding wildlife. With a terrace bar and BBQ, your new

backyard is the perfect place to have fun and unwind. A double carport is attached to the home, along with a generous 12 x 7m shed-half of which has been converted into a ply-lined studio with fans. Whether you’re envisioning a home gym, creative space, or potential second dwelling, the

flexibility and space here offers endless possibilities. Designed with efficiency in mind, the property features a 13.3 kW solar system. Year-round comfort is assured with ducted air conditioning throughout, complemented by ceiling fans in each bedroom.

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 65 Nylana Way, DOONAN Description: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4 garage Price: $2.3M Inspect: Contact Agent Contact: Sam Walker 0400 730 457, RAY WHITE NOOSA 20 NOOSA TODAY | Friday, 14 August, 2026

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6 Mitti Street, Noosa Heads Positioned within Noosa's most exclusive enclave, this new architecturally designed residence offers an extraordinarily rare lifestyle where the beach, Hastings Street and Noosa National Park exist quite literally at your doorstep, yet the home itself feels completely private, peaceful and removed from the world around it. From this tightly held Little Cove address, it is just a one-minute walk to the beach, five minutes to Hastings Street and moments from the iconic coastal trails of Noosa National Park. Yet beyond the entry, the atmosphere shifts entirely into one of calm, quietness and serenity.

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David Conolly 0438 259 956 david.conolly@raywhite.com

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LUXURY ACREAGE LIVING AMIDST NATURE AND DESIGN POSITIONED in one of Doonan’s most desirable enclaves, this architectural residence by acclaimed designer Jolyon Robinson blends contemporary form with the serenity of its natural setting. Nestled amongst established, bird-friendly gardens, a sweeping driveway guides you to a striking façade framed by lush heliconias and hinterland greenery. Beyond the oversized pivot door, the interiors reveal soaring raked ceilings, walls of glass, and expanses of polished blackbutt timber floors. Light, space, and clean lines define the openplan living zones, where sliding doors dissolve the boundary between house and landscape, inviting cooling breezes and abundant natural light. The designer kitchen is a centrepiece, finished in rich black timber with stone benchtops, a generous island, and custom pendant lighting. Integrated appliances, Pitt gas cooking, and innovative cabinetry ensure the space is as functional as it is stylish-ideal for both casual meals and sophisticated entertaining. Two broad terraces extend from the living spaces. One, sheltered beneath a skillion roof, is designed for gatherings in all seasons; the other is open to the northern sun. Together they overlook the gleaming concrete pool, sweeping lawns, and a reserve-like backdrop complete with a dam and running creek, attracting abundant birdlife and native fauna.

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 354 Duke Road, DOONAN Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: Contact Agent Inspect: Contact Agent Contact: Rachel Sellman 0422 719 041 & Mike Hay 0417 624 059, RAY WHITE NOOSA 24 NOOSA TODAY | Friday, 14 August, 2026

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BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED RIVERSIDE APARTMENT - STEPS FROM NOOSAVILLE’S DINING PRECINCT Nothing compares to being front and centre on cosmopolitan Gympie Terrace, where this ground-floor apartment delivers uninterrupted 180-degree views across the sparkling Noosa River, with the terrace perfectly positioned to soak it all in. Just steps from the water’s edge and moments to the pool, it’s an address immersed in the vibrant rhythm of Noosaville’s “Little Eat Street,” where cafes, bars, gelaterias and takeaways create an irresistible holiday atmosphere alongside the gazebo-dotted riverfront parklands. Framed by lush tropical plantings, Regatta Noosa remains a year-round favourite, and this beautifully refreshed apartment elevates the experience with a calming, contemporary coastal aesthetic. Pale grey-toned tiles flow throughout the light-filled open plan living zone, where soft grey furnishings and oak-inspired timber accents bring warmth and understated style. Glass sliders invite the outdoors in, connecting seamlessly to the north-facing

terrace and those ever-changing river views. The generous living and dining areas are designed for relaxed entertaining, complemented by a well-appointed C-shaped kitchen with stone-topped bench/breakfast bar and quality appliances to inspire any home cook. In the south wing, two tranquil bedrooms enjoy leafy outlooks and cooling breezes, with the main suite offering a walk-in robe and ensuite, while the second bedroom is serviced by a bathroom incorporating laundry facilities. Life here is all about embracing the outdoors - whether it’s long lunches on the terrace, keeping an eye on the kids in the pool, grabbing fish and chips by the river, or unwinding at sunset as the sky softens and the birdlife provides a gentle soundtrack. With the Noosa River foreshore just across the way, offering calm shallows for swimming, boating, fishing and family gatherings, this is a lifestyle of absolute ease in one of Noosaville’s most enduringly popular pockets.

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 7/221 Gympie Terrac, NOOSAVILLE Description: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: Contact Agent Inspect: Contact Agent Contact: Eliza Coppin 0423 726 639, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

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25 Nairana Rest, Noosa Heads

Elevated high on the coveted ridgeline of the quiet cul de sac end of Nairana Rest, this private sanctuary captures sweeping vistas across the Noosa Hinterland, delivering a lifestyle defined by tranquillity, outlook, and effortless indoor-outdoor living.

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Positioned on the high side of the street, the home enjoys elevation which provides privacy but also invites cooling breezes and ever-changing hinterland panoramas.

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Whether as a permanent residence or an enviable coastal escape, this is a home that captures the essence of Noosa livingelevated and private.

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This renovated river home, one block from Noosa River, blends privacy with effortless indoor-outdoor living.

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A lush subtropical garden leads to light-filled open-plan spaces with timber floors, skylights and breezes throughout. Bi-fold doors open to a north-facing entertaining area with pool, pergola and pizza oven. The designer kitchen features premium appliances and stone finishes. Four spacious bedrooms include a luxurious master retreat.

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With multiple outdoor zones, solar, ducted air and a superb location near Gympie Terrace, this is exceptional Noosaville living.

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11.30AM - 12.00PM 12.30PM - 1.00PM Hinternoosa 0404 344 399 1.00PM - 1.30PM

14B Wyandra Street 327/62 Hastings Street 9404/5 Morwong Drive

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Tom Offermann Real Estate 0423 972 034 Tom Offermann Real Estate 0418 980 247 Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0438 695 505 Tom Offermann Real Estate 0414 367 282

Wednesday 19th August 10.00AM - 10.30AM 11.00AM - 11.30AM 11.30AM - 12.00PM 12.30PM - 1.00PM

6/10 Edgar Bennett Avenue 7/1 Morwong Drive 25 Nairana Rest 327/62 Hastings Street

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Offers over $1,445,000

Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0419 491 448 10.00AM - 10.30AM 10.15AM - 10.45AM 10.30AM - 11.00AM 10.30AM - 11.00AM 10.45AM - 11.15AM Hinternoosa 0404 344 399 11.00AM - 11.30AM 11.00AM - 11.30AM 11.00AM - 11.30AM 11.00AM - 11.30AM 11.30AM - 12.00PM Hinternoosa 0404 344 399 12.00PM - 12.30PM 12.15PM - 12.45PM 2.30PM - 3.00PM

3/235 GympieTerrace 41 Wyuna Drive 4 Janet Street 3 Colley Lane 17 Rani Circuit 19 Sternlight Street 34 Neptune Circuit 17/67 Gibson Road 5/273 Weyba Road 10 Ely Street 28 Neptune Circuit 1 Regatta Circuit 5/89 Eumundi Noosa Road

3 4 4 4 4 4 4 3 2 4 4 5 3

2 3 2 2 2 2 3 2.5 2 2 2 3 3

1 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 2 2 3 2

$2,350,000 Offers Over $13,500,000 Buyers Guide $4,750,000 Offers over $1,749,000 Contact Agent $2,250,000 $2,395,000 O/O $2,000,000 Cons. By Negotiation Expressions of Interest Auction Sat 5th Sept Offers Over $2,950,000 Offers Over $1,550,000

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0412 894 542 Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0409 446 955 Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0438 695 505 Hinternoosa 0404 344 399 Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0433 641 158 Tom Offermann Real Estate 0423 972 034 Laguna Real Estate 0407 379 893 Laguna Real Estate 0419 332 973 Laguna Real Estate 0434 236 110 Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0433 641 158 Laguna Real Estate 0407 379 893 Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0433 641 158 Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0438 695 505

105 Memorial Drive

8

5

8

Offers Over $2,990,000

4

2

2

Call Agent

4 3 3 4 2

3 2.5 2 2 2.5

2 1 3 2 1

$2,395,000 O/O $2,000,000 Cons. Auction Auction Sat 5th Sept $1,290,000

Laguna Real Estate 0407 379 893 Laguna Real Estate 0419 332 973 Ray White Conolly Hay Group 0422 719 041 Laguna Real Estate 0407 379 893 Laguna Real Estate 0419 332 973

3

2+

2

$3,795,000

Laguna Real Estate 0407 379 893

4 4 4 3 4

2 3 4 2 2

2 2 2 2 2

Buyers Guide $2,500,000 By Negotiation By Negotiation Offers Over $2,500,000 Buyers Guide $2,100,000

Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0433 641 158 Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0409 446 955 Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0409 446 955 Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0409 446 955 Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0433 641 158

6 3 3 5 3 2

4 2 2 3 2 1

2 2 2 2 2 1

$9,500,000 Contact Agent Auction $4,795,000 Auction $1,500,000

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0413 319 879 Tom Offermann Real Estate 0413 319 879 Tom Offermann Real Estate 0413 044 241 Tom Offermann Real Estate 0413 319 879 Tom Offermann Real Estate 0413 319 879 Tom Offermann Real Estate 0413 319 879

3

2

2

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0413 319 879

5

3.5

2

GUIDE $2.195M

Prestige Property Group Noosa 0415 558 656

3 3

2 1

2 7

Offers From $939,000 Offers Considered

Saturday 15th August 129 Forest Acres Drive

Maroochy River Saturday 15th August 19 Hillsview Place

Noosa Heads Thursday 13th August 11 Kareela Avenue 11 Kareela Avenue 104/61 Noosa Springs Drive

Saturday 15th August

Hinternoosa 0404 344 399

Wednesday 19th August

11.00AM - 11.30AM 11.00AM - 11.30AM 11.00AM - 11.30AM 12.00PM - 12.30PM Realcorp International 0418 794 970 12.00PM - 12.30PM

34 Neptune Circuit 17/67 Gibson Road 1/7 William St 28 Neptune Circuit 9/5 Barbados Crescent

Thursday 20th August

Friday 14th August

9.00AM - 9.30AM 9.00AM - 9.30AM 9.30AM - 10.00AM 9.45AM - 10.15AM 10.00AM - 10.30AM 10.00AM - 10.45AM 10.00AM - 10.30AM 10.00AM - 10.45AM 10.00AM - 10.30AM 10.00AM - 10.30AM 10.00AM - 10.45AM 10.00AM - 10.30AM 10.30AM - 11.00AM 11.00AM - 11.30AM 11.00AM - 11.30AM 11.00AM - 11.30AM 11.00AM - 12.00PM 11.00AM - 12.00PM 11.00AM - 11.30AM 11.00AM - 11.30AM 11.15AM - 11.45AM 11.30AM - 12.00PM 12.00PM - 12.30PM 12.00PM - 12.30PM 12.15PM - 12.45PM 12.30PM - 1.00PM 1.00PM - 1.30PM 1.00PM - 1.30PM 1.45PM - 2.15PM 1.45PM - 2.15PM

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0414 367 282 Tom Offermann Real Estate 0414 367 282 Tom Offermann Real Estate 0412 894 542

Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0407 194 146

Lake MacDonald

10.00AM - 10.30AM 11.00AM - 11.30AM

$3,000,000 $2,500,000 Forthcoming Auction

Offers From $2,700,000

Saturday 15th August

10.00AM - 10.30AM

2 1

4

Eumundi

9.00AM - 9.30AM

3 2 1

3

Saturday 15th August

11.00AM - 11.30AM

4 2 1

4

Eerwah Vale

3.00PM - 3.30PM

Agent

Saturday 15th August

Saturday 15th August

11.30AM - 12.00PM

Price Guide

Noosaville

Doonan 10.45AM - 11.15AM

AB C

Sunday 16th August

Black Mountain 12.30PM - 1.00PM

Address

4 3

2 3

2 2

Call Agent $1,650,000

Realcorp International 0418 794 970 10.00AM - 10.30AM Tom Offermann Real Estate 0418 714 653

3/229-231 GympieTerrace

Noosa Waters

24 Noosa Parade 5 2 2 $19,800,000 Tom Offermann Real Estate 0413 044 241 Saturday 15th August 49 Weyba Esplanade 3 2 2 Expressions of Interest Ray White Conolly Hay Group 0422 719 041 23 Neptune Circuit 18 Key Court 3 2 1 Auction Sat 22 August Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0409 446 955 10.00AM - 10.30AM 13The Anchorage 541/61 Noosa Springs Drive 4 4 3 GUIDE $3,495,000 Prestige Property Group Noosa 0415 558 656 10.15AM - 10.45AM 25The Promontory 27 Honey Myrtle Road 4 2 2 By Negotiation Laguna Real Estate 0434 236 110 11.00AM - 11.30AM 5/17 Sunseeker Close 515/61 Noosa Springs Drive 4 4 2 Contact Agent Tom Offermann Real Estate 0418 714 653 11.45AM - 12.15PM 3 Spindrift Court 11 Kareela Avenue 4 2 2 Call Agent Realcorp International 0418 794 970 1.00PM - 1.30PM 2 & 4 / 24 Katharina Street 2 2 2 Contact Agent Ray White Conolly Hay Group 0438 259 956 110/1 Edgar Bennett Avenue 2 2 1 Offers Over $1,349,000 Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0419 491 448 6/10 Edgar Bennett Avenue 3 2 1 Contact Agent Tom Offermann Real Estate 0423 972 034 Saturday 15th August 2 & 4 / 24 Katharina Street 2 2 2 Contact Agent Ray White Conolly Hay Group 0438 259 956 36 Lorikeet Drive 22 Angler Street 4 3 2 Auction Tom Offermann Real Estate 0417 600 840 9.00AM - 9.30AM 2/206 David Low Way 346/61 Noosa Springs Drive 4 3.5 2 $1.875M Prestige Property Group Noosa 0415 558 656 10.00AM - 10.30AM 10.30AM 11.00AM 24 Lorikeet Drive 7/1 Morwong Drive 3 2 1 Auction Tom Offermann Real Estate 0418 980 247 9 Shearwater Street 2A & 2B Jan Street 3 2 2 Contact Agent Tom Offermann Real Estate 0409 685 211 11.00AM - 11.30AM 10 Pavonia Street 15 Springs Crescent 5 5 2 Buyers Guide $5,200,000 Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0438 695 505 12.00PM - 12.30PM 1/5 Pitta Street 6 Mitti Street 5 3 2 Auction Realcorp International 0418 794 970 1.00PM - 1.30PM 6 Mitti Street 4 3 2 Auction Ray White Conolly Hay Group 0438 259 956 Wednesday 19th August 104/61 Noosa Springs Drive 3 3 2 $1,650,000 Tom Offermann Real Estate 0418 714 653 12.00PM - 12.30PM 10 Pavonia Street 11 Mainsails Square 4 4 2 $6,850,000 Tom Offermann Real Estate 0475 804 467 154/61 Noosa Springs Drive 3 2 2 CONTACT AGENT Prestige Property Group Noosa 0415 558 656 538/61 Noosa Springs Drive 3 3 2 Buyers Guide $5,100,000 Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0438 695 505 1A & 2A/16 Safari Street 3 2 2 Contact Agent Tom Offermann Real Estate 0409 685 211 Saturday 15th August 2 Smoke Bush Drive 4 3 4 GUIDE $2.275-$2.295M Prestige Property Group Noosa 0415 558 656 1.00PM - 1.30PM 5 Lacewood Court 6 Berrima Row 4 3 4 Buyers Guide $3,300,000 Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0438 695 505 11 Kareela Avenue 4 2 2 Call Agent Realcorp International 0418 794 970 36/12-14 Serenity Close 3 3 2 $6,750,000 Tom Offermann Real Estate 0413 044 241 25 Nairana Rest 4 3 2 Buyers Guide $3,350,000 Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0438 695 505 Saturday 15th August 5 School Street 20 CoralTree Avenue 4 2 2 Buyers Guide $3,150,000 Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0438 695 505 9.30AM - 10.00AM 4/16 Serenity Close 3 2 2 $3,750,000 Tom Offermann Real Estate 0413 044 241 11.00AM - 11.30AM 9 Ransome Street 28 NOOSA TODAY | Friday, 14 August, 2026

Peregian Beach

Peregian Springs Pomona

Hinternoosa 0415 111 370 Hinternoosa 0415 111 370

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OPEN HOMES Time

Address

AB C

Price Guide

Agent Time

Address

AB C

Ridgewood

Tinbeerwah

Saturday 15th August

Saturday 15th August

12.15PM - 12.45PM

315Top Forestry Road

3

2

4

Offers over $1,395,000

Hinternoosa 0415 111 370 11.00AM - 11.30AM

39 Smiths Road

Sunrise Beach

2

8.45AM - 9.15AM

33Tingira Crescent

3

2

1

GUIDE $2.55M

10.00AM - 10.30AM

31 Orient Drive

4

3

3

Offers Over $3,200,000

Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0424 610 414

10.00AM - 10.30AM

39 Netherby Rise

3

1

1

$2,150,000

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0409 685 211

Prestige Property Group Noosa 0415 558 656

$1,375,000

Hinternoosa 0409 953 311

Noosa Heads Friday 21st August

Sunshine Beach

11.00AM - 11.30AM

Friday 14th August

Saturday 29th August

2 Elanda Street

0

Agent

Auction Diary

Saturday 15th August

4.00PM - 4.30PM

1

Price Guide

3

2

2

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0468 922 519 11.00AM - 11.30AM

Saturday 15th August

7/1 Morwong Drive

22 Angler Street

3

2

1

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0418 980 247

4

3

2

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0417 600 840

4

3

2

Auction

Ray White Conolly Hay Group 0438 259 956

Saturday 3rd October

9.00AM - 9.30AM

22 Enterprise Street

3

4

2

$6,750,000

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0447 915 953

9.45AM - 10.15AM

16 SeaviewTerrace

4

4

2

$3,600,000

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0447 915 953

10.00AM - 10.45AM

3 Wildflower Street

3

2

1

$1.99m

Sunshine Beach Real Estate 07 5447 2999

11.00AM - 11.30AM

46 Enterprise St

3

2

2

Auction

Ray White Conolly Hay Group 0422 719 041

11.00AM - 11.45AM

47 BelmoreTerrace

5

3

2

$5.25m

Sunshine Beach Real Estate 07 5447 2999

11.00AM - 11.30AM

61 SeaviewTerrace

4

3

6

$13,490,000

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0411 122 331 10.00AM - 10.30AM

28 Neptune Circuit

4

2

2

Auction Sat 5th Sept

11.30AM - 12.00PM

2 Elanda Street

3

2

2

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0468 922 519 10.00AM - 10.30AM

1/7 William St

3

2

3

Auction

Ray White Conolly Hay Group 0422 719 041

12.00PM - 12.45PM

1/19 Park Crescent

3

2

1

Contact Agent

Sunshine Beach Real Estate 07 5447 2999

12.15PM - 12.45PM

15 MaherTerrace

5

3

2

$7,950,000

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0413 044 241

3

2

2

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0413 044 241

3

2

2

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0413 319 879

3

2

2

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0468 922 519

3

2

2

Auction

Ray White Conolly Hay Group 0422 719 041

Noosaville Saturday 5th September Laguna Real Estate 0407 379 893

Peregian Beach 11.00AM - 11.30AM

Friday 14th August 18/139 Moorindil Street

1

1

1

$599,000

Realcorp International 0418 794 970

10 Pavonia Street

Sunshine Beach

9.00AM - 9.30AM

8Talara Court

4

2

2Offers Over $1,300,000 Considered

9.30AM - 10.00AM

17/2-10 Blakesley Street

3

2

1

Buyers Guide $2,200,000

Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0438 695 505

1.30PM - 2.00PM

18/139 Moorindil Street

1

1

1

$599,000

Realcorp International 0418 794 970

1.30PM - 2.00PM

2/139 Moorindil Street

2

1

1

$759,000

Realcorp International 0418 794 970 12.00PM - 12.30PM

Saturday 15th August 2 Elanda Street

Saturday 5th September

Wednesday 19th August 17/2-10 Blakesley Street

Laguna Real Estate 0412 043 880

24 Lorikeet Drive

Saturday 22nd August 12.00PM - 12.30PM

Saturday 15th August

11.00AM - 11.30AM

6 Mitti Street

Saturday 15th August

Tewantin 11.30AM - 12.00PM

11.00AM - 11.30AM

3

2

1

Buyers Guide $2,200,000

Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0438 695 505 12.00PM - 12.30PM

46 Enterprise St

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HOME FOCUS

EXCITING OPPORTUNITY PRESENTED to the market for the first time in twenty years, this exceptional blue-chip beachside apartment presents a truly unique opportunity. Perfectly positioned on prestigious Park Crescent, the property boasts sweeping views that capture the essence of coastal living. Opportunities to own a residence in this beachfront Sunshine Beach enclave are rare, underscoring the desirability of one of the area’s most tightly held addresses. Experience the ultimate front row seat to the ocean, where a generous northeast facing balcony provides the perfect vantage point for breathtaking views that stretch endlessly to the horizon. This space invites you to relax and take in the ever-changing seascape. Nestled in the heart of Sunshine Beach, the expansive 234m2 residence offers an exclusive lifestyle as one of only two properties situated within a secure and intimate gated duplex. The generous, house-sized floor plan unfolds across a single level, providing ample space to comfortably accommodate family and guests.

Built with a solid concrete construction, the residence is engineered for lasting durability, perfectly suited for its beachside location. The vibrant village precinct with lively cafes, restaurants, and local amenities is a flat walk away. As you step inside, the apartment’s private north-easterly orientation immediately welcomes you, filling the space with abundant natural light. Warm, wide oak timber flooring adds to the ambience, complementing the seamless indooroutdoor integration achieved by full-length retractable glass doors that open from the main living area to a breathtaking ocean outlook. The centerpiece of the residence is a beautifully appointed kitchen featuring a granite waterfall bench, 2 Pac cabinetry, complemented by a premium Neff oven and induction cooktop and an integrated Miele dishwasher. This sophisticated culinary space is seamlessly integrated with the expansive openplan layout, connecting the living and dining areas for effortless entertaining. The design flows naturally onto a spacious

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Two additional generously sized bedrooms are thoughtfully positioned at the rear of the residence, ensuring excellent separation and privacy for family or guests. These bedrooms are conveniently served by the main bathroom, while a separate powder room adds further convenience. The residence is complemented by a stunning swimming pool and a tranquil sunbathing terrace, presenting a private sanctuary where you can unwind and enjoy the best of Sunshine Coast living throughout the year.

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 1/19 Park Crescent, SUNSHINE BEACH Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: Contact Agent Inspect: Saturday 15th August 12.00 - 12.45pm Contact: Tania Wood 0448 786 489, SUNSHINE BEACH REAL ESTATE

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Show-stopping 180 Degree Coral Sea views Perfectly positioned on prestigious beachfront Park Crescent Vast NE orientated balcony flowing seamlessly into living area Open-plan spacious 234m2 single level layout Secure gated luxurious house-sized duplex with pool Flat 5 minute walk to Village, Surf Club and Beach

FOR SALE

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WATERFRONT TOWNHOUSE IN SOUGHT LOCATION POSITIONED within the highly soughtafter Noosa Entrance Waterfront Complex, this beautifully presented townhouse offers the perfect combination of lifestyle, privacy, and quality design,all just a short stroll from the vibrant cafes and restaurants of Gympie Terrace, and the scenic Noosa River foreshore and parklands. The owners of this townhouse have created a very stylish property, perfectly featuring and complementing its outstanding waterfront location. A private entrance welcomes you into a smart north-facing courtyard and is adjacent to the lock-up garage for security and ease. The light-filled lower level of the townhouse features high vaulted ceilings in its spacious open plan living and dining areas and split system airconditioning. At its heart is a glamorous, modern kitchen with all the features one would expect in a property of this calibre. The spacious downstairs areas flow seamlessly outside to the covered waterfront entertaining area, creating the perfect space for entertaining family and friends or for simply

relaxing and enjoying the views over Noosa Waters. Upstairs, a smart gallery leads to three generous bedrooms, including a spacious master suite with serene water views, and featuring a new ensuite and a built-in robe. Ducted airconditioning provides year round comfort and convenience. Two additional bedrooms, including one with water views, are serviced by a stylish bathroom. A third toilet and powder room downstairs is a very practical and convenient feature.

This beautiful townhouse is set in a tightly held complex, which is surrounded by beautifully landscaped tropical gardens. Residents enjoy access to an exceptional range of resort facilities including four sparkling swimming pools, private waterfront jetties, barbecue areas, boat moorings and on-site management. Whether you are searching for a permanent residence, a holiday home or an investment opportunity, be quick to arrange an inspection of this outstanding property.

It ticks all the boxes for the discerning buyer, so will be in high demand, don’t delay in visiting our Open Homes.

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 17/67 Gibson Road, NOOSAVILLE Description: 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: Contact Agent Inspect: Saturday and Wednesday 12.00-12.30pm Contact: Anne Powell, 0419 332 973, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

EXCEPTIONAL VALUE IN SERENE NOOSA WATERS ENCLAVE PERFECTLY positioned within an easy stroll of the vibrant Gympie Terrace dining precinct and the picturesque Noosa River, this spacious family home offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle in one of Noosaville’s most sought after locations. Set on a quiet 629m² allotment, the home combines generous proportions with exceptional indoor-outdoor living. At its heart, the well appointed kitchen features stone benchtops, a large gas cooktop and overlooks the open plan living and dining areas. Entertain with ease on the expansive covered veranda that enjoys a lovely outlook over the sparkling 10 metre pool – the perfect setting for family gatherings or relaxing with friends. Upstairs comprises four generous bedrooms and two stylish bathrooms, while an additional bathroom services the ground floor. A separate study or home office with its own entry provides an ideal work-from-home space. Additional features include storage sheds, a fully fenced yard, solar panels, airconditioning, intercom, a double lock-up garage with drivethrough access to the rear, and plenty of room to accommodate a boat or caravan. Just five minutes from Hastings Street and the golden sands of Noosa’s Main Beach, you’ll also enjoy the convenience of walking to a smart selection of restaurants, cafes, boutiques and riverside parklands.

Beautifully presented, this quality home represents excellent buying in a blue chip Noosaville location, whether you’re looking to move straight in, renovate over time or invest.

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 34 Neptune Circuit, NOOSAVILLE Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: $2,395,000 Inspect: Saturday and Wednesday 11.00-11.30am Contact: Melanie Butcher 0407 379 893, Laguna Real Estate

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Effortless Living - Stroll To Everywhere 28 NEpTuNE CirCuiT, NooSaviLLE

4A 2B 2C • Single level, low maintenance, quiet location moments to the river • Massive central kitchen, light filled interiors, soaring raked ceilings • Two generous indoor living areas and a covered outdoor terrace • Fully fenced backyard ideal for children and pets; room for a pool • Parks, schools, sporting facilities and public transport close by • Ten minutes to Hastings Street, Main Beach, Noosa Junction • Ideal for a relaxed lifestyle, downsizers or astute investors • Exceptional value in one of Noosa’s most tightly held and desirable neighbourhoods

auCTioN Sat 5th September 10am viEW Sat & Wed 12-12.30pm

Melanie Butcher 0407 379 893 mel@lagunarealestate.com.au

Stunning views To The Mooloolah river

112/1 Fiji CourT, parrEarra

2A 2B 1C

D

• Prime waterfront location in central location Kawana Island • Immaculate apartment, river views, east facing balcony • Modern kitchen with ample storage and quality finishes • Resort style amenities of 20m lap pool, tennis court, BBQ area • Secure, gated complex with lift access and low body corp fees • Dedicated carport, aircon throughout, convenient public transport • Moments to patrolled beaches and the vibrant Moolooba cafe culture • Strong rental demand and investment potential in a master-planned residential community featuring fitness trails, water access for kayaking and boating, and a dining precinct

For SaLE O/O $800,000 Considered viEW Saturday 11-11.30am

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jasmine Taylor 0430 848 2777

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