Your Local Lifestyle: November 2024

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‘UNITED FRONT’ : COUNCILS GET DISASTER READY

AT the site of the devastating Peregian Beach bushfires five years ago, Sunshine Coast and Noosa Councils, alongside emergency services, gathered to stress that disaster can strike without warning. The location was symbolic for highlighting the importance of being prepared for emergencies.

Noosa Mayor Frank Wilkie emphasized the need for readiness, stating that severe weather is inevitable, and everyone must take part in protecting lives and property.

“Severe bushfires and major floods have struck the Noosa Shire and Sunshine Coast over the past five years, forcing thousands of people to evacuate from their homes,’’ he said.

“We can’t control the weather or when the next disaster strikes but we can prepare ourselves by understanding how a natural disaster might affect where we live, preparing an emergency plan for our homes and packing an emergency kit.

Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli said disaster management was a shared responsibility across the Sunshine Coast region between both councils.

“During the Peregian Beach fires we saw how imperative it was for both councils to work as a united front, quickly and seamlessly,” Mayor Natoli said.

As the Bureau of Meteorology predicts a warmer-than-average spring with severe storms, and Queensland Fire and Rescue warns of heightened grassfire risks, Sunshine Coast and Noosa residents are urged to:

1. Understand your risk .

2. Prepare a household emergency plan .

3. Pack an emergency kit .

For more information, visit disasterhub. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au or disaster.noosa. qld.gov.au. On November 20, both councils will participate in a joint real-time disaster exercise with police, fire, ambulance, SES, and other emergency services.

PTSD Dogs Australia Community Open Day

PTSD Dogs Australia, a leading charity that trains assistance dogs for individuals living with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), has announced its move to a larger property in Cooroibah, Noosa Shire.

The new facility will provide more space for training and support as the organization continues to expand its life-changing services.

“We’re thrilled to take this next step in our journey,” said Angie Weeks, founder of PTSD Dogs Australia. “The new property gives us the room we need to better train our dogs and support our veterans and first responders dealing with PTSD.”

To celebrate the milestone, PTSD Dogs Australia will host a Community Open Day on November 30 from 10am to 3pm. The event will give the public a chance to meet some of the assistance dogs in training and those already matched with their handlers.

“We want people to see first-hand how these incredible dogs can change lives,” said Angie. “Our dogs don’t just help with day-to-day tasks; they provide critical emotional support and independence to people living with PTSD.”

The Open Day will feature familyfriendly activities, including dog training demonstrations, a performance by the Woombye Light Horse Brigade, and a

sausage sizzle. Kids can also enjoy face painting while parents learn about training techniques and how to help their own pets disengage from distractions.

PTSD Dogs Australia trains shelter dogs to become GHAD-certified assistance animals. “Our mission is to give these dogs a second chance while transforming the lives of people affected by PTSD,” Angie added.

For more information, visit www.ptsddogs.org.au.

KEEP YOUR HORSE IN TOP CONDITION for the change of season

McGrath foundation bowled over by PINK UP COOROY

Up Cooroy event organiser

NOOSA and hinterland has once again come together for a great cause, with the 2024 Pink Up Cooroy event being a huge success. The event supports the McGrath Foundation, raising funds for breast cancer care. While the total amount raised is still being calculated, organiser Carol Christensen is hopeful that they’ll surpass last year’s impressive total of $21,616.

“It’s amazing to see how the community has rallied again this year,” Carol said. “The support from businesses, residents, and visitors has been overwhelming.”

The event kicked off on October 5 with the Pink Up Cooroy Precinct Walk. Special thanks were extended to Sandy Bolton MP and Rob Skelton MP for attending the walk.

One of the highlights was the sold-out Fundraiser Breakfast at Cooroy RSL, where guests

enjoyed a delicious meal prepared by chef Paul and his team, with the RSL staff donating their time to serve.

Auctioneer Richard Hansen ensured that bidding was lively, raising significant funds for the McGrath Foundation. Special guests Glenn McGrath, Sara Leonardi McGrath, and breast care nurse Rachael Stevens, along with Mayor Frank Wilke, Cr. Lorentson, Sandy Bolton MP and Clare Stewart attended the event.

“We have so many to thank,” Carol continued, highlighting the generosity of local businesses who all contributed. “It’s truly a community effort.”

“The photos from this year’s event really show how much fun everyone had while raising money for a fantastic cause. We’re already excited about Pink Up Cooroy 2025,” Carol concluded.

Pink

Carol Christensen with Glen McGrath

Highest bid of the auction was Sirah Robb with a signed Glen McGrath ball, shirt and hat

Robyn Davey winner of the pink diamond donated by Averil and Trevor Wilcox

Photos: Monique Vecchio

Celebrate 20 Years of Christmas in Cooroy!

GET ready for a night of festive fun and community spirit as the Cooroy Chamber of Commerce proudly presents the 20th Annual Christmas in Cooroy!

Join us as we celebrate this incredible milestone on Friday December 13 with a magical evening filled with family-friendly entertainment and holiday cheer, all made possible by the generous support of our local businesses.

This year promises to be bigger and better than ever with a host of exciting attractions, including our animal farm, climbing wall, boxing ring, Miss Donna’s

Christmas Show, Cooroy Butter Factory precinct and many more interactive activities for all ages!

Meet Santa, collect a free showbag full of goodies and get your photo taken with the man in red to capture the perfect Christmas memory. Enjoy the late night trading and talents of our local community as they take to the stage with fantastic performances in the Cooroy Memorial Hall, or purchase a ticket to be in the running to win a delicious Christmas ham!

Right up there with the Lighting of the Tree, one of the biggest highlights of the

night will be the return of the Float Parade, back by popular demand after several years! This year’s theme is ‘Festive Flicks’, so expect floats inspired by your favourite holiday movies, bringing the magic of Christmas to life.

Don’t forget to cheer on participants in the Santa Race, the Jingle Joggers Jaunt, and the festive Christmas Bike Competition, where creativity and holiday spirit shine.

We couldn’t make all this happen without the unwavering support of our community, local sponsors and Noosa Council. If your business is looking to get involved,

there are still some final sponsorship opportunities available. Thanks to those who have already secured sponsorship: Grenfell Murray, Spire Law, Bendigo Bank, Butter Factory Arts Centre, Your Mates, Cooroy Landscape Supplies & Garden Centre and Sunny Coast Accountants

This is a fantastic chance to be part of a beloved local tradition while promoting your brand to thousands of attendees.

Mark your calendars and bring the whole family for a night of Christmas magic at Christmas in Cooroy!

Find out more at www.christmasincooroy.com.au

POMONA & District Community House, together with Club Pomona, is hosting a Mo-vember event to support men’s health. ‘Men, Take a Mo-Ment’ will take place at Club Pomona on Saturday, November 16, from 6pm to 9pm, featuring free barefoot bowls, live music, and a ‘Show-off your Mo’ parade to celebrate Movember moustaches. Enjoy indie duo Soul Tree Union’s tunes and creative short films by Tiny Mountains from 8pm. Delicious meals from Pomona Chinese Restaurant are available but must be preordered by Monday, November 11, via Humanitix. This free, all-ages event invites everyone to join in celebrating community spirit!

BIG SHOUT OUT!

SHOUT OUT to this little legend Will Scott. Scoring his first half century playing in 15A’s with score of 60 runs off 99 balls. Then went on and played Div 5 senior men’s and scored another half century with 55 runs off 80 balls. Keep up the great work kiddo - Cooroy-Eumundi Cricket Club

BIG SHOUT OUT and Thank you Cutters team! We are so grateful for your amazing hard work and fabulous food and hospitality for the Great Noosa Trail Walk! Thank you Pomona Cooran Cutters Rugby League and Country Kitchen - Great Noosa Trail Walk

Wow! BIG SHOUT OUT and Thanks to Tia from This Bird who is creating and helping to coordinate this bright beautiful mural at Pomona State School which includes students drawings, from the P&C tea towels and cookbook!

CONGRATULATIONS to Tania Stewart for clocking up a huge 25 years at the Livelife Pharmacy in Cooroy.

THE MAJESTIC LIGHTS UP Once again!

Chris Rose and Tom Wegener present Ron with an ‘R’ light

THE Majestic is back up in lights after the old letters were restored by the current theatre committee.

The outside lights were first erected by Ron West in the 1980's. They had originally come from Sydney. In 2006 they had been taken down for renovations but never put back up. They would surely have disappeared in the 2012 floods, had they not been rescued by Noosa Council's Shaun Walsh (a past President of the Majestic). He returned them in 2020 and two years later the search for someone to restore them began. Craig Bartlett from Pomona's Trend Signs has restored every letter and the globes and also made a new steel frame to secure them to the building. The committee staged a night of entertainment and invited members and special guests to a very special Light the Lights Celebration, which included a performance from Ron West and surprise guests Barry Charles and Darren Hanlon. The Majestic lights will now be a regular feature in the night sky of Pomona.

WITH November’s arrival comes the start of an Australian summer and the return of the Movember Man. On November 1, clean-shaven individuals embark on a challenge to grow moustaches, raising awareness for men’s health issues like mental health, suicide prevention, and cancers. This year, we’re also supporting Queensland Remote Area Tracking (QRAT), a volunteer group of Defence Force veterans aiding those in distress. Since 2016, Eumundi locals have rallied together, raising thousands through events at the Imperial Hotel. For just $70, you can join the fun with a Movember pack and help foster a culture of support among men. It all kicks off at the Imperial Hotel on November 1 from 5 to 7pm. For more info or to donate, text Trent at 0458 128 020.

Jess comes home for a new beginning

THERE’S A TIME TO LEAVE HOME – AND A TIME TO RETURN, CARRYING ALL YOU’VE LEARNED FROM THE JOURNEY

FOR Jess Phillips, the loss of a mother was her prompt for departure, but it was another mother who ensured her return - herself.

Jess was sworn in as one of two new Noosa councillors in April this year.

What is perhaps a little unusual is she was born here in Noosa Shire.

“In Ward Street, in Old Tewantin,” she said.

“I went to Tewantin State School, we knew all the locals, the small businesses; it was a safe small community.”

With four brothers in a mixed family, Jess, the youngest, was tomboy enough to compete with her siblings any time.

“If they were doing double backflips off the trampoline I was too – I had to keep up with them.”

Life was good and Jess’s dad owned and operated Bob Jarvis Tyre and Mechanical

on Eumundi Noosa Rd, the rest of the family helping as required.

“I grew up with the family business. Two of my brothers did mechanic apprenticeships and worked there; Mum did the wages. I learned how to service a car when I was still pretty young.

“I definitely learned the values of small family business.”

Sport was a big family feature, and while her brothers joined the Noosa Pirates and local sports clubs she found her own avenue as a gymnast.

“I fell in love with gymnastics from an early age and started at Cooroy Gymnastics, and won on floor and bars in the state championship.

“I ended up getting into the Queensland team, competing high-level at age 16.

similar path, but for a different reason.

But in 2008, the sky truly fell in.

“My mum Pam was diagnosed with mesothelioma - asbestos cancer - from brake pads (in the workshops), we believed,” Jess said.

“After only four months, she passed away. She was only 60.

“This was a fork in the road – it truly shaped my life. I had lost my best friend.”

Bob was not re-elected in council, the brothers - much older than Jess - had gone their separate ways, and the family base was shattered.

“Mum had held the family together; she had had this incredible life, so selfless. The church in Coolum was standing room only for her funeral. She was a wonderful friend and really taught me not to try and keep up with the Joneses: be authentic, and kind.

“Dad remarried quite quickly after mum. I was just a young girl needing my dad. When I didn’t have that, I realised ‘righto, it’s really up to me now’.

“I was asked about him through the council election campaign. He’s always going to be my dad - he’s my biological dad.

“I don’t want to say I couldn’t fault him in so many ways, but as far as a fatherdaughter relationship is concerned, there was just too much water under the bridge to be close.

“But Dad gave me so many great qualities. His work ethic, when he had the business, and his ability to juggle that with coaching football – if someone wanted something, dad would drop everything and do it.

“And I have those qualities: if someone needs me, I’ll drop what I’m doing if I can to help out. The Noosa community I love so much is when things are tough, we pull together well.

“We’ve got a very complex community now, post-COVID – I can relate to that; I’ve seen the changes even though I lived away.

Following Pam’s passing, Jess decided to throw herself fully into policing, “and not think about the fact I’d lost my best friend”.

She applied for a transfer to Cairns –then even further away, to Bamaga, by the Torres Strait.

“I was running away - but what it did do is give experience for a privileged kid from Noosa to a world that was not sheltered. I learned community policing and empathy for people in crisis, life’s complexities, firsthand experience of DV and all these things that evolve from policing.”

Unfortunately, she took a bad fall, being hospitalised with spinal stress fractures.

Olympic dreams went up in smoke at that point, but Jess worked hard to recover, and still loved the sport enough to join Cooroy as a coach.

“[Then] my first job after I finished school was at Noosa Sports Power in Lanyana Way with Trevor Sumner.

“I didn’t realise at the time that it taught me people skills as well as customer service, with a huge local base shopping there.

The 2004-2008 years would change Jess’s life forever.

In 2004, Jess’s dad Bob had set a marker for her when he was elected to Noosa Council.

Then one of Jess’s brothers joined the police – an event that would set her on a

She eventually returned to Cairns – and met husband-to-be, Anthony.

“He’s not a police officer, just a normal great guy from Cairns,” she laughed.

The years passed and Jess was ready to venture closer to home.

“I’d done a bit of a circle and I was very homesick so I put my hand up for Brisbane City.”

That saw Jess work for what would be one of her heroes - officer-in-charge (OIC) Corey Allan, now a police superintendent.

“He knew everyone by name, had his own story as to why he was a leader like that. I learned leadership through him.

“He was my mentor; he’d had a tough life himself. He actually said to me when the police negotiators’ course came up that I should do it.

“It’s a specialised unit, needing expert comms skills and the ability to be empathetic - so I became one of the youngest police negotiators in Queensland (26) and went on to have a 10-year career part-time as well as general policing.

“I was on call for high-risk suicide interventions and high-risk sieges.”

It’s not a simple role.

“One example was a suicide intervention on Story Bridge. I was put in a cherry picker on the ground level of the south side, then sent up so I could speak to this man who was about to end his life. I think it took about six hours.

“The key to negotiation is listening, not talking – we were given two ears and one mouth for this reason.

“People in crisis have probably met so many people who have tried to ‘fix’ what they’re going through.

“My experience in losing my mum was not fixable – so don’t try to fix it – just let me feel it.”

The need to get closer to home became stronger and Jess applied for a post in Coolum.

“I had my first child – Olivia – in my first year there.

“It changed my life – but then I grieved this whole loss of my mum again. Not having a grandma for Olivia was really hard.

“Then my brother, based at Noosa Station, went through a difficult medical period, and subsequently resigned. In the next rotation, I

It was full circle for Jess as she now felt she was ready to perform as a police officer in her own community, she said.

But after Jess had her second childCharlotte – an event occurred that shifted the ground under her feet again.

“I was about to be deployed to a [highprofile] police shooting at a place called Wieambilla, but it ended up finalising before I got there.

“But my kids went to school and for the first time I couldn’t shelter them from my job.

“They’d just thought, you know, mum’s this hero police officer - and then my youngest said ‘could you die at work, Mum?’

“I was never inclined to speak of something like this unless they asked, so I just said ‘yeah, it is a risk but I’m safe when I’m negotiating, like I’m always with the team, I’m always in an armoured vehiclebut there is an element of risk.

“I think I realised at that moment that I’d lost my mum, never quite recovering properly and maybe this was a time to do some different policing, so I put my hand up to go to the district crime prevention unit which was off the road but into that early crime prevention, and I found I really loved it.”

A number of other jobs came and went for Jess, all in the areas of dealing with justice for victims of crime and education in crime prevention.

“I had been thinking of running for local

travelling the nation delivering training in communications.

“I was just later than most in officially throwing my hat in the ring but knew I was ready to ‘come home’ – and give back through what I’ve learned.

“Noosa’s my home, my happy placeeven if it wasn‘t for a long time.

“I’ve policed here, I’ve lived here, I grew up here. It’s not like a place I’ve just come to. I’ve known the pioneers.

“Before people moved here, there were the locals. But now, with my girls at school, I’ve met these incredible mums and dads who’ve moved here with young kids, running companies instead of juggling companies working mums and dads and busy lives with their kids – it’s

now, that I’m representing, not one group.

“Locals know me and watched me grow up, and people know me through my professional life. I have had a decorated police career, always being professional, honest and respectful.

“I want them all to love Noosa the way I do.

“So I think all in all I just decided I’m interested in politics, interested in local council - it felt very right to put my hand up and say I want to represent this community.

“My experience lies in community service - and I’m just a real person learning politics rather than a politician learning about the real world.”

by ALAN LANDER

Jess with Anthony, Olivia and Charlotte

Mobile police beat on Gympie terrace

Meet Cooroy’s new officer in charge SERGEANT RYAN HANLON

COOROY has welcomed a new Officer in Charge, with Sergeant Ryan Hanlon stepping into the role following the retirement of Sergeant Mal Scott.

Sgt Ryan, who took up his position on October 17, has served as a police officer since 1999, gaining experience across Queensland, including Mount Isa, Doomadgee, Normanton, Airlie Beach, North Stradbroke Island, and Rockhampton. Before coming to Cooroy, Sgt Ryan worked as a sergeant at Longreach and Bribie Island, and as Officer in Charge at Woodford from 2014 to 2018. He most recently served as Officer in Charge at Eumundi Police Station from 2018 to 2024.

“I have loved Cooroy as a town and community since I arrived in Eumundi six years ago,” Sgt Ryan said. “Cooroy is set to expand over the next decade, and I want to help ensure it remains one of the safest communities on the Sunshine Coast.”

Sgt Ryan, who has also been a qualified police negotiator since 2010, is excited to continue his policing journey in Cooroy, supported by his family, including his partner, Kate, an Inspector of Police on the Sunshine Coast.

Dr. Dilum grew up in Sri Lanka and migrated to Melbourne before moving to the Sunshine Coast for High School. He completed his medical training at the University of Queensland in 2016, and has worked in various specialties ranging from Cardiothoracic Surgery, Psychiatry and Critical Care during his residency. While previously based in Brisbane, he has worked mostly in small rural centres and has moved back to the Sunshine Coast to complete his College Fellowship. With further qualifications in public health, he enjoys all aspects of general practice with particular interest in mental health, pain management, and lifestyle medicine.

Congratulations to Tom Grady ’s who received the Community Contribution Award at the Gympie Chamber of Commerce Inc Business Awards. The award was accepted by Tom and Lyn Grady, their daughter Juanita Desmond, Glen Bell representing the Rural Merchandise stores, Tania Warren and Tasha Gaillard from the Country Clothing Store, and Helen Flynn from the Real Estate office.

Happy 93rd Birthday to Cooroy RSL favourite long term member & volunteer Shirley Broderick

IN our local area, when it comes to building, we are lucky enough to have a one stop design shop where you can walk in and speak directly to the professionals who will take your dream and make it a reality.

Renovating can be such a daunting prospect and finding the right help can save time, money and heartache.

For Garry Hayres and Blake Magin, owners of Pomona’s KB&L, it’s all in a days work. The impressive Pomona showroom is full of inspirational displays for the

Based in the Pomona

KB&L do a mixture of renovations and building works

Hello Judy!

JUDY SCRASE IS THE FACE OF A HUMBLE HONEY START UP THAT COULD SOON BE THE BUZZ OF KOREA!

FROM a little stall at the Noosa Farmers Market in 2007, to the shelves of Lotte, the number one department store in Korea, Hello Honey is now on the verge of a Korean distribution deal. For founder and CEO Judy, the journey was naturally inspired.

“Hello Honey is all about the bees!” she explains.

“It’s a naturally nourishing range of products for inner and outer health, inspired by the Australian bee. My vision was to source honey from beekeepers who placed their beehives amongst Australian native wildflowers. The range expanded from pure honey to medicinal honey, moisturiser, lip balm, leather and wood polish, wild hair balm, beeswax candles, creamed honey and a sore throat soothing Propolis Candy.”

What began as a small business venture to enable Judy to be a stay-at-home mum whilst raising her two boys, has grown organically over the years, as time and money permitted.

Judy says, “My little home based business suddenly grew in 2018 when I started supplying a Korean business with my sore throat soothing Propolis Candy range.  The orders grew bigger and bigger and then we started exporting containers of them,” says Judy.

By the following year Hello Honey Propolis Candy was available in Lotte stores but in 2020 COVID restrictions forced sales online. Last year Judy presented her range at the Seoul Food Expo as part of the Australia booth for Austrade and Trade Investment Queensland. The trade show was an opportunity to recover some lost ground and she is now working with a Korean based distributer, hoping to expand the Hello Honey range and return to Korea.

“My primary market is Korea. It’s been a super busy period simply keeping up with the growth that occurred from 2018 to 2023. All of my efforts have been channelled into that market,” she says.

Judy moved to the Sunshine Coast from Brisbane in 1994 leaving a dream job as the state promotion manager for a popular music company.

“I had fallen in love with surfing! The pull of the ocean was too great and I spent the next six months living off my savings, surfing between the Sunshine Coast, Stradbroke Island, Bali and Lombok.”

Eventually she settled down with her husband Brendan on an off-grid property in Cootharaba but when it came time to buy, they settled on Kin Kin.

“We loved living in the hinterland so much we decided to buy our first home. The primary school had a little garden growing herbs and flowers and the families were very down to earth. We fell for the Kin Kin community.”

For Judy, her business was an opportunity to strike the right balance.

“Hello Honey has given me the opportunity to work from home and it has enabled me to be the parent I wanted to be. It gives me the freedom to manage my time so that I can go surfing when all of the elements collide. Surfing is my free-time passion!”

This year Judy will release a new Propolis Candy Range made with Australian Manuka Honey MGO500+ and Lemon.  The packaging will be a fully printed pouch with a large map of Australia on the front.  She says proudly, “There’s no mistaking, it’s a product of Australia! I am passionate about creating a brand that is 100% manufactured in Australia. I love that my range is 100% natural and people of all ages can enjoy it.”

by MARGIE WEGENER

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Syzmik Streetworx Board Shorts

Thorzt Cooling Chill Towel

Thorzt Electrolyte Sachets

Syzmik Outdoor Vented Shirt

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HELP CHAPPYS SUPPORT THE WELLBEING OF STUDENTS

SCHOOL chaplains support the social and emotional wellbeing of students, staff and families in school communities across Australia. Matty Bateson (Chappy Matty) has been the SU Chaplain at Cooroy State School from 2020 to 2021, and 2023 to now, and is passionate about making a positive impact in his work.

Last term Matty organized ‘Cooroy’s Got Talent’ with auditions for each year level and then at least one student from each year in the finale on September 12. Acts included singing, dancing, comedy, and skits. The finale had 12 student contestant acts, and 1 fun staff act. As people were walking in to be seated, Matty performed

with year 2 student ‘Sage Dejeet’ as he played guitar and shared the vocals with her for Louis Armstrong’s ‘What a Wonderful World’, similar to Eva Cassidy’s version. Last year Sage was the youngest student in the finale (year 1) and danced to the same song. There were also a few year3 students telling some jokes in between some of the contestants. Matty empowered some year 6 students to be the co-hosts along with other student volunteers, helping it all to run smoothly and create a vibrant atmosphere. It was a big success and great for the school community!

The top 3 winners for ‘Cooroy’s Got Talent 2024’ were:

1st place – Zoey-Lee Field from year-5 2nd place – Georgie Cashen from year-3 3rd place – Duo Lilly Cooke and Daisy Scott from year-6

THE Uniting Church, with its stained glass windows and beautifully crafted wooden pews, is a significant part of Cooroy’s heritage.

Built in 1949, it stands alongside the original 1911 Methodist church, now used as a hall for community activities. The church continues to hold traditional Sunday services, with a focus on prayer, personal needs, and global issues, followed by morning tea. Services are also livestreamed.

Pastor Allan Mulcahy, a local with a long history of youth ministry, has led the congregation for seven years. Located at 51 Maple Street, opposite Eden Hospital, the congregation plans to trial opening the

Government funding for state school chaplains is currently about one day per week so most state school Chaplains need to fundraise for their second day per-week. If you would like to donate towards ‘Cooroy State School Chaplaincy’ or the ‘Combined Cooroy and Pomona School Chaplaincy’ (including Pomona State School and Noosa District State High School) you can search the school/s at www. su.org.au/donate or phone 1300 478 753

A unique heritage building in the heart of Cooroy

church to the public to simply inspect, or as a place for quiet prayer and reflection on Thursdays from 11 till 1pm.

If you have any enquiries please contact Allan Mulcahy on 0403 052 125

WILD ABOUT NOOSA

LITTLE corellas love to play. In the middle of the day they gather in trees for a siesta, or else fly to the ground for a romp. I have watched them wrestle, roll on top of one another, and mock fight. They will also grapple with each other while hanging on to power lines, often hanging upside down and playing a game to see who will let go first. This play most often involves bonded pairs but can also include other members of the flock.

Little corellas are thought to pair for life. When one comes across them during their daytime rest phase, they are generally sitting in pairs, often preening each other. Individuals without mates may play on their own. I have watched corellas lie on their back and toss sticks into the air with their feet. Play behaviour is often a good indicator of animal intelligence.

The little corella nest is a tree hollow lined with wood shavings. A pair will often return to the same hollow year after year. Both parents sit on the eggs and care for the young chicks.

Little corellas are found in every state and territory and in any sparse or cleared habitat - anywhere except dense forest. That habitat now includes urban areas. Indeed, the range of the little corella keeps expanding, so they are one of the winners from human land clearing.

Little Corellas with Tony Wellington

RAILWAY HOTEL

What's ON!

KANDANGA COMMUNITY

CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 30

KANDANGA CREEK COMMUNITY HALL

NIBBLES & meats provided just bring along a salad or dessert to share! A visit from Santa, raffle, money board, games and good family fun!

POMONA CHRISTMAS FAIR

FRIDAY DECEMBER 6

POMONA CBD - 4.00PM-8.00PM

LIVE music, Market stalls, decorations, lots of fun and entertainment for all the family and of course Santa will make an appearance. @FB Noosa Hinterland Villages by Pomona & District Chamber of Commerce

FREE MOVIE AT THE RIVER

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 8

'DESPICABLE ME 4'

NOOSAVILLE LIONS PARK, GYMPIE TERRACE - 6.30pm - FREE

MARK the date in the diary and join us in the park for free activities and a movie under the stars. Please bring blankets, chairs and any snacks you would like. Presented by Noosa Shire Council EVENT HERE: https://bit.ly/4eK99q4

MALENY MUSIC FESTIVAL

FRIDAY - SUNDAY NOVEMBER 8-10

MALENY STANLEY RIVER ROAD, MALENY

THIS is a relaxing, family friendly event filled with filled with so many talented musicians and performing artists. There are market stalls, workshops, jamming sessions, open mic opportunities and bush poetry in the program. Plenty of food and drinks and places to sit and melt into the music. www.malenymusicfestival.com

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 17

ACMA 'HALL OF FAME' - 12noon-4pm 24 Steggalls Road, YANDINA - Entry $10

BE entertained with popular country, including more diverse, crowd-pleasing favourites. Guest artists Mick Shipley! Raffle and door prizes, byo lunch, free tea and coffee. Enjoy a great afternoon!

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See you all TUESDAY DECEMBER 10 Cooroy

TUESDAY NOVEMBER 5

- 11:30AM - 3PM

PEPPERS NOOSA RESORT & VILLAS, VIEWLAND DRIVE, NOOSA HEADS

PRESENTED in partnership with major sponsor John Madill Toyota, and supported by Peppers Resort & Villas Noosa, Champagne Laurent-Perrier and Gathered Wine, the event is an important fundraiser for our local palliative care hospice, that provide around the clock care, for those facing end-of-life in our community at this world-class facility. There will also be raffles and a silent auction offering great prizes, then dance the afternoon away with DJ and musician Dave West Music, as the sun sets over Noosa.

Tables of 10, so gather your friends, start planning your outfits, and get set for a fun day of food, fashion and fillies, all for a fabulous cause. Tickets cost $195 per person, and include a Welcome Drink & Canapés on arrival, plus a sumptuous 2-course lunch, and wine on the table. Book Now. https://events.humanitix.com/ katie-rose-melbourne-cup-lunch

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WARRIGAL GREENS

WARRIGAL Greens, sometimes called Botany Bay Spinach or New Zealand Spinach, is a leafy edible plant native to East Asia, Australia and New Zealand.

In the right conditions it grows prolifically all year round, and its ability to tolerate saline conditions means you’ll often spot patches of it thriving in beach dunes. If you want to see a great example of this, it lines the pathway leading to the beach from the carpark in Seaview Terrace in Sunshine Beach.

It can be substituted in most recipes for regular spinach, but contains oxalates, so it is advised that you blanch in boiling water before consuming it.

Warrigal Greens are easy to get seeds for and grow yourself, and if they do die off they generally self-seed and come back. They’re not something you’ll see on the supermarket shelves, but keep an eye out at local markets – I bought a bag from the Mary Valley Country Harvest stall at the Pomona Markets on Saturday morning to make these emapanadas.

WARRIGAL GREENS AND MACADAMIA EMPANADAS

INGREDIENTS:

200gm warrigal greens

4tbs grated parmesan

4 tbs roasted macadamias, chopped

1 egg yolk

Pinch

METHOD:

Blanch the warrigals in boiling water for 30 seconds then refresh in iced water. Squeeze out all excess water and roughly chop.

Mix with the parmesan, macadamias, egg yolk, nutmeg and salt and pepper.

Cut 4 circles from each sheet of pastry so you have 8 circles.

Divide the warrigal mixture between them and brush the front half with the egg.

Fold over to form semicircles and press down the edges with a fork.

Place on a baking tray lined with baking paper and brush with the egg.

Bake at 180°C for 30 minutes and serve warm.

Makes 8

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This farming life . . .

“I REMEMBER WHEN I WAS IN YEAR 1, MY TEACHER ASKED US TO DRAW WHAT WE WANTED TO BE WHEN WE GREW UP, AND I DREW A FARMER.”

NOW a high-performing real estate agent, Bodie Weir is working hard to make that childhood dream come true. He and his partner Lauren, co-founders of Weir and Co Real Estate, have just opened a Cooroy shop front, after almost three years of vision and planning.

“I have lived in the area for the last 15 years or so, the majority in Cooroy, with some time in the Mary Valley as well,” Bodie says. “We love Cooroy. We love the town, the atmosphere and the people. I’ve always worked in this area and I’ve always listed here since I started in real estate. We love Cooroy as a place and we choose to grow our family here,” Bodie shares.

Bodie and Lauren, along with their three young children, are creating their dream farm life on Black Mountain, surrounded by dogs, chickens, horses and beef cattle. Despite growing up on the beach, part of a well-known Sunshine Coast surfing family, Bodie has always been a farm boy and has been riding horses and raising poultry for as long as he can remember. If he could, he would spend his days on the farm. “I like physical work. I like getting out and doing stuff, being outside gardening, with the chooks and the horses. I like being self-sufficient at home too. We eat our own meat, we grow our own veggies.”

It has been a challenge for Lauren but she has embraced farm life with energy and enthusiasm. “Our three babies always come first and everything we are doing is to build a better life for us and them. Personally, I am a city girl at heart and it’s definitely taken some getting used to, but I see the benefits for the children and even for me! Life feels equally blessed and chaotic with three little ones but I absolutely love being a mum, I’m very lucky! It keeps the kids grounded and down to earth raising them on a farm.”

Bodie and Lauren first met at a restaurant in Noosa, through mutual friends. “I said to my friends I’m going to marry her,” Bodie says. Lauren adds, “We met while I was on a girl’s getaway in Noosa.  He took me on a day date the night after we met and showed me all around Cooroy and the Noosa Hinterland. We caught up every weekend moving on from then, alternating city and country stays.” Lauren laughs, “Not married

yet! We did things a little backwards to the usual; kids, house and business first, but the wedding will come.”

Bodie’s old fashioned values and his leaning into a simple, quiet life are ever-present reminders of his grandparents ... their stories are the lessons he lives by.

Bodie is a fourth generation descendant of a prominent Sunshine Coast business family. His great-grandfather established Weir’s Engineering Workshop and Garage in Cotton Tree with his son, Norm Weir, Bodie’s grandfather. “My grandad and his father bought a block in Cotton Tree many, many years ago. My greatgrandmother use to sell ice to the campers in Cotton Tree before fridges and my grandfather (Norm) grew up in that house in Memorial Avenue. When he got married, they built a house directly next door, where they lived their entire married life,” Bodie says. “Grandad was one of the first people to catch sharks professionally on the Sunshine Coast. After World War II there was a shortage of Cod Liver Oil,

so they caught sharks for their liver oil. They were catching the sharks just outside Maroochydore until the Progress Association shut them down because they were bringing big sharks in and scaring all the tourists,” Bodie recalls the family story.

Bodie’s father, Bryan and his wife Merrilyn, set up the iconic surf shop Weir’s Inside Edge opposite the Maroochydore Surf Club in 1984, eventually moving the shop to family site in Memorial Avenue. They were in business for 36 years. Bryan was a respected competitive surfer in the ‘70s and the family was raised saturated in surf culture. Bodie was more content with horse riding but he took up surfing as a teenager and excelled. Inspired by surf history and traditional styles of surfing, he took an old school approach to surfing. In 2002 he won the highly coveted Old Mal Division of the Noosa Festival of Surfing, contested on surfboards from 1968 or older.

“I don’t surf much these days, but I don’t miss surfing. It’s something I grew up in and it’s always there if I want to. But I do have a bigger passion for farming and animals. So I guess that surfing is something that is in the background and if I want to go to the beach I can, but it’s not a driving factor in my life,” he says.

“I have many interests that I have had

since I was a kid. I haven’t changed much. I’ve still got horses, still got chooks and cows.” Bodie has been interested in poultry since high school when he studied agricultural science and first started breeding and showing chooks. Over the years he has won many show awards with his poultry breeds. Now he is enjoying success with his cattle. “We own Noosa Black Angus Beef which is a brand and we sell to the public through our Facebook page,” he says. The future of farming is something he thinks about a lot.

“I can only talk from experience, but I hope in time that people understand that we need food or that more little boutique farms pop up that produce food. I think that is going to be a big need in our world. There is a resurgence of people wanting to farm and grow their own food but they don’t have the equity or the money to do it. I don’t know what the answer is.” He adds, “Unless you have a job, and have farming as a sideline. There has been a lot more paddock to plate businesses popping up but a lot of those people still have other jobs. I think boutique farming is where it’s going to have to go, in our area anyway.”

Lauren has had a successful career, establishing her own beauty therapy business, and she brings her business

acumen and customer service skills to Weir and Co. In life and business, her and Bodie are a team. “We are very different in many ways but I certainly think that compliments how we work together and run the business,” Lauren says. “Don’t get me wrong, we butt heads too at times! Bodie sees the big picture. He’s the dreamer, the highly experienced and knowledgeable agent. Whereas I’m super detailed, analytical and process driven. I need things to be organised!”

Bodie agrees, “Lauren oversees the business. I am on the ground and we like it like that. Lauren is amazing with attention to detail and we balance each other out really well. She is very business savvy. She has got very strong values, which is a good thing in our game.”

Lauren’s mother, Sandra Larkin, has been a strong influence in business and life. “Mum is an amazing and successful business woman.  She has set a wonderful example for me growing up to keep learning and growing, keep that bit of independence as a woman for yourself and that it’s important for children to see both parents contribute in all roles and work as a team.  Some days I’m busy on the laptop while Bodie prepares dinner, the next day the roles could be reversed.  I love that about our dynamic.”

Local auctioneer Richard Hansen, a familiar face in Cooroy from Hinter Auctions, will be joining the team as an agent and he sees the two roles as complimentary. “We can go into someone’s place and take care of everything to get their property on the market. That’s a dream come true for most people because they get so overwhelmed before they even get to selling.” He is excited about the opportunity. “I know Bodie’s background and his success in the past and I know his whole team. They are just real people and as soon as I met them I thought, they’re my tribe. I’m looking forward to working with them.”

Bodie’s old fashioned values and leaning into a simple farm life are ever-present reminders of his grandparents. They inspire him to this day. “I was showing a property to some people the other day, and I was showing them a mulberry tree and they wanted to eat the mulberries. I said to them, ‘Do you know how to get the stains of your fingers? And they said no.’ I told them, my grandma always said you use a green mulberry. Rub your stained fingers with a green mulberry and off it comes!z

by MARGIE WEGENER

Growing up in a surfing family, he spent countless hours on the beach at CottonTree

Bodie with his surfboard – a champion in his youth

The Cooroy Chamber of Commerce hosted Dinner with the Mayor last month. It was a great evening with guest of honour, Mayor Frank Wilkie and new Cooroy Sergeant Ryan Hanlon mingling with community members. Copperhead’s quality food and in-house brews made it a perfect venue for the event!

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HOW FAR WOULD YOUR GOVERNMENT GO?

REGULAR readers might remember a previous review of a Heather Rose novel, The Museum of Modern Love, a book I adored. This month, I read her subsequent novel, Bruny, published in 2019.

United Nations conflict resolution expert Astrid Coleman reluctantly agrees to return to her home state of Tasmania to help smooth some ruffled feathers. The State Government is committed to building a multi-lane bridge to connect remote Bruny Island with the Tasmanian mainland. The locals are divided. But when a bomb blast significantly delays the development, the government agrees to allow an influx of workers from China to bring the project back on track. The Premier is determined to have the bridge open in time to help him secure a victory in the upcoming election.

Astrid’s role is complicated by family dynamics. The Premier just happens to be her twin brother, while her sister Max is the leader of the opposition. Her mother is battling cancer, and her father is in the grips of dementia and communicates solely through Shakespearean quotes.

As Astrid engages with the various factions and interest groups, she starts to untangle a web of secrets and deception. How far will the government go to try to improve the social and economic landscape of its inhabitants? Is the government complicit with the Chinese government or is something more underhand at play? Who can Astrid trust? Who can the people of Tasmania trust?

This novel is thought provoking and fast paced, and left me thinking that we should all be paying a bit more attention.

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Summer of Stories

STORIES TO MAKE YOU LAUGH, CRY AND THINK!

SUMMER is a time for stories at Little Seed Theatre Company. Fresh from their highly successful run of Mary Poppins at Noosa and Caloundra, Little Seed is gearing up with four fabulous stories.

The Fantastic Mr Fox is Roald Dahl’s beloved tale of the cunning and debonair Mr Fox who outwits the farmers, Boggis, Bunch and Bean in his quest to provide for his family. With a charming cast this will be performed outdoors as a piece of immersive theatre at the Environmental Centre in Noosa.

Our Town, by Thorton Wilder has been re-imagined and set in small town, Petrie Creek, Nambour where daily lives, loves, marriages and heartaches unfold. A story that will both wring and warm your heart Our Town is playing at the Lind Theatre in November Factory Street, is a new work. Written by the Green Room, Helpmann and Sydney Critic awarded James Millar, this is a story that will thrill, move, surprise and keep you guessing until the last moment. Performed and set at the beautiful Majestic Theatre located on Factory Street in Pomona, Factory Street alternates between 2024 and the 1900s as it explores the

story of women in the early silent film era. Playing in December.

To finish their Summer of Stories, Little Seed will present Cinderella: A Pantomime at the amphitheatre in the Noosa Botanical Gardens in January. Join Cinderella as she sweeps her way into the heart of a Prince who then searches for the girl who fits the missing glass slipper.

For more details and tickets visit: www.little-seed.com.au

Photo: Ilsa Wynne-Hoelscher

Tango Enigmático revives tango tradition

SOUTH East Queensland-based trio Tango Enigmático is bringing the vibrant tradition of Argentinian tango to the Sunshine Coast this November.

From November 14 to 17, audiences in Maleny, Pomona, Coolum Beach, and Eudlo will be transported to the lively streets of Buenos Aires, as the trio blends the passionate melodies of the violin, the rich resonance of the double bass, and the lively rhythms of the piano.

Known for their fusion of classic tango rhythms with innovative contemporary compositions, Tango Enigmático’s performances include works from renowned composers worldwide, including the legendary Astor Piazzolla.

The ensemble—featuring Chloe Ann Williamson on double bass, Flora Wong on violin, and Cara Tran on piano—aims to share their love of tango with audiences everywhere.

Chloe, one of Australia’s foremost tango

double bassists, combines technical mastery with a deep passion for the genre, having studied under the world’s top bassists. Flora brings an eclectic approach to her music, moving seamlessly between contemporary tango, improvisation, and interdisciplinary collaborations. Cara is an accomplished pianist whose experience spans festivals and concert halls, performing with prestigious orchestras both in Australia and internationally. Together, their music weaves a rich tapestry of emotions—passion, nostalgia, and even a touch of humour—connecting listeners to the universal soul of tango.

Playing at Majestic Theatre, Pomona Friday November 15 at 7pm. Other performance dates are Maleny Community Centre November 14, Coolum Civic Centre November 16, and Eudlo Hall November 17. www.redchair.com.au.

YANDINA ART GROUP DIVERSITY ON DISPLAY

WORKS by the accomplished group of artists will be on display at the Pomona Railway Station Art Gallery from October 26 to December 4 in The Gallery’s Banana Shed and Carriage Room.

The group formed in 2017, initially meeting at the Yandina Baptist church until 2022 when they moved to the Eumundi RSL Hall.

But it isn’t just all about art for the group.

“Each meeting starts with a gourmet lunch, with each member contributing some homemade delicacy to share,” says member Karen Nasteski.

As members are of culturally diverse

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backgrounds, lunch can be as diverse and interesting as their robust discussions about art techniques and life generally around the table.

Their career backgrounds are equally diverse including a former advertising illustrator, paramedic, management, small business, disability schoolteacher and homemaker.

Each member specialises in different mediums: oils, acrylics, watercolours, and pastels.

“We share our knowledge, and it is this openness which makes our group unique and an important part of all our lives,” Karen says.

The Tango Enigmático tour is presented by local performing arts company Red Chair with the support of the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.

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Exciting November exhibitions

AS usual the Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre (CBFAC) continues to experiment with new ideas to serve up to our community of artists and visitors.

November, normally a time to start the wind down to Christmas, sees CBFAC step up to bring its supporters exciting new exhibitions. We like to think big and that’s exactly what we are calling one of the new concepts that we hope to continue each year.

Think Big is a show of large paintings. Lots of people like to pick up a small, treasured artwork but many of us want a feature work for our house. This exhibition offers buyers and interior designers the chance to choose from 15 large canvases created by local Sunshine Coast artists. The pieces are bold yet delicate, colourful yet subtle, and guaranteed to complement various decors. The exhibition features a range of abstract and figurative works.

CBFAC also continues its highly popular New Homes for Old Art exhibition. This is an exhibition of diverse art works drawn from personal collections. Scattered amongst the broad range of works are works by famous and well-known artists. Where a work no longer fits one home it will now fit neatly into a new one. The exhibition is a great opportunity to find a gem of an artwork. The exhibition features both painting, ceramics and glass. If you have works, not your own, in your

collection that you wish to sell then contact CBFAC.

Already many of the works have sold and are being constantly replaced. Also, in the galleries this month are two powerful shows by local artists. Rose Goodwin’s exhibition Living Outside the Lines showcases ocean-themed abstract works inspired by the beauty and complexity of nature. Goodwin combines organic forms with abstract expression to capture the emotional essence of the natural world, including the ocean and quirky animals. The works utilise watercolours and acrylics and explore texture as a form of representation.

Jean Bennett and Lyne Marshall’s exhibition The Space in Between explores deeper realities that provide a spirit of mystery and intrigue. Bennett’s sculptural figures and encaustic paintings speak of stories untold, of hidden places deep inside. They connect through the embodied encounters of form and space.

Marshall’s ethereal paintings engage with her encaustic works to blur the edges between reality and knowledge, adding a spirit of mystery and intrigue. The artist’s stories touch and entwine, offering threads of different hues which meet in the inbetween spaces.

All are welcome to attend the official opening on Friday November 1 from 6-8pm with a cash bar and food. The exhibitions run from November 1 to December 1.

Live entertainment in November

Friday 1 Dave Barrie, Cooroy RSL Noosa Guitar Fest, Majestic Theatre Pomona

Saturday 2 Max Anderson, Pomona Distillery

Sunday 3 Ollie Murk, P. Distillery

Friday 8 Bradley Button Cooroy RSL

Saturday 9 Dave Barrie, P. Distillery

Friday 15 Jeff Lang Revue, The Brewery, Imperial Hotel

Saturday 16 Brenton Kneen, Pomona Distillery

Friday 22 Poco Loco, Cooroy RSL

Saturday 23 Katie Noonan & Karin Schaupp, Majestic Theatre Pomona

Sunday 24 Zac Threadgold, Pomona Distillery

Friday 29 Jaida Champney, Cooroy RSL

Saturday 30 Angus hall, P. Distillery

Let us know about your live music gigs. email news@yourlocallifestyle.com.au

Coolum Civic Centre

Saturday 16 Nov, 7pm

Eudlo Hall Sunday 17 Nov, 4pm

Place of Secrets by Charlotte Wensley

The ARTS in brief

PACIFIC CHAMBER PLAYERS PRESENT BAROQUE BRILLIANCE

The Pacific Chamber Players are presenting their ever-popular Baroque Brilliance concert 2.30pm Sunday November 24 at Cooroy Memorial Hall. This year’s programme showcases Daniel Kossov performing Bach’s Violin Concerto in A minor BWV 1041. A graduate of the prestigious Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia and the Guildhall School of London, the exquisite solo lines of this concerto are brought to life with Daniel’s meticulous care. Neil Heymink, a favourite of The Players patrons, will be featured in Vivaldi’s vital bassoon concerto in A minor, RV 497 - a vigorous work played with aplomb. Telemann is represented with his Overture Suite for Oboe, Trumpet and Orchestra, TWV55:D1. This is an

appealing work that highlights the regal nature of the solo instruments.

Tickets available at www.pacificchamberplayers.com

NOOSA CHORALE CHRISTMAS CONCERT DECEMBER 2024

Join Noosa Chorale in a beautiful concert for peace, joy and seasonal merriment.

Noosa Chorale has selected some inspiring songs and carols from home and abroad that cherish peace and goodwill to all. Join in singing some favourite Christmas carols and enjoy the warm embrace of Noosa’s favourite choir bringing you harmony and happiness, along with a touch of harp, at this year’s annual concert.

Duration: 2 hours with an interval. Friday December 13, 7pm Saturday December 14, 2pm. Tickets $48 Book tickets on The J website. https://www.thej.com.au/peaceand-joy/

NEW IMBIL POP-UP GALLERY

THE new pop-up Art on Yabba gallery breathes life into one of the Imbil’s most iconic historic buildings.

Located at 102 Yabba Road, the new premises for the gallery take up several rooms in what used to be the Imbil Bankhouse, now the oldest remaining commercial building in Imbil.

The gallery’s latest exhibition, Coloured In, runs from November 14 to December 8 and features works by well-known artists Fiona Groom and Dale Leach. The official opening is on Saturday, November 16, at 3pm.

Dale Leach, whose fascination with colour stems from her childhood, recalls how her father, a traveling house painter, and her grandmother, a dressmaker, sparked her interest in mixing colours. “We always had tints and tones in the garage, and I spent hours drawing on butcher’s paper while dad painted pirate ships and cartoon characters on our walls,” she said. Dale’s work is influenced by artists like Vincent van Gogh and William Robinson.

capture the natural world with a humorous twist. “I’m driven to make work that has a little humour, which generates a reaction, making the artwork more memorable,” she said. Fiona’s paintings offer a snapshot of nature’s wonders, frozen in time.

The pop-up gallery is part of Mary Valley Artslink’s vision to create a permanent art space in Imbil.

Fiona Groom, renowned for her quirky and memorable animal portraits, uses realism to

The Art on Yabba pop-up gallery is open Thursday to Sunday from 10am to 2pm. Be sure to follow the gallery on social media for updates.

HOW OLD SHEETS CAN BE A FORCE FOR GOOD

SPRING is the perfect time to clean out your shelves and give old sheets a new life. To celebrate National Recycling Week, Sunshine Coast Council and Noosa Council have teamed up with BlockTexx® for the ‘Give a Sheet® for the Planet’ community textile recycling event.

Simply gather your old linens and drop off approved items on November 16 at either Chancellor State College, Sippy Downs or The J Noosa, Noosa Heads. BlockTexx® uses innovative technology to break down textiles like sheets, towels, and pillowcases into raw materials which can then be reused in industries like construction and manufacturing.

Mayor Frank Wilkie added, “Last year, residents saved 4.3 tonnes of textiles from landfill. This event is an easy way for the community to contribute to a sustainable future.”

Reflection

AS the year is rapidly coming to an end, now can be a really good time to pause for a moment and reflect on the past 11 months, and figure out how you can finish off your 2024 with a bang.

Have you been someone who has been fully committed to their health and wellbeing this year? Or have your good intentions and motivation fallen by the wayside? Don’t beat yourself up about it if you are more leaning towards the latter… you still have time to up your game and make some subtle yet important changes before the year finishes.

I don’t know about you, but this year has gone crazy fast for me. The fastest one yet, I’m sure!! It all feels like quite a blur really. When we’re living in this fast-paced world, we can sometimes get caught up in the rut of just waking up, getting the kids ready for school, going to work, making dinner, going to bed. Repeat. Day in, day out. And when we slide into that almost robotic state, we can unintentionally let the more important and beneficial things get further from our radar. Things like really caring for ourselves. Feeling good. And having fun.

We all have good intentions, especially when we roll into a new year. Usually setting ourselves goals, and writing lists upon lists of new years resolutions. Then when we get to moments like this…. NOVEMBER (!!) we can sometimes reflect and go Oh, whoops! I

didn’t really focus on all of those important bits did I??’

So to rectify that imbalance, why don’t you use this little write up as a slight wake up call to inspire you to make that extra time in your day for the really important things. Things like: -moving more - eating better -spending more time doing fun things that really make your heart sing -slowing down a little -not sweating the small stuff -catching up with your friends more -having more special family time The list can go on and on.

But sometimes we just need that little reminder. I know I do.

So, before you go to bed tonight, think of one small thing that you can change in your day that would make you feel really good about yourself, and make sure you do that tomorrow. Even something simple. And if we keep making small, mindful changes each day, we might just be able to slow things down a little, feel the best we possibly can and make the most out of each and every moment in a mindful way.

Happy November! E x

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FUSSY KIDS?

HAVING a fussy eater is no walk in the park and by the time parents have contacted me they are at their wits end as to how to get their child to eat. Believe it or not kids are meant to be fussy about the foods they eat. It is part of the natural development of the child to baulk at different textures, colours, and flavours of particular foods. This is how they learn about their environment and exert independence. These kids will love a food one day and hate it the next. This really blows parents out of the water. Again, totally natural. Remember young kids are

more attuned to listening to their hunger cues and what foods are right for them far better than we are. Below are some simple strategies to try at home.

• Start young (babies). Let them eat with their hands and really feel the food.

• Always make mealtimes as stress free as possible and a real family affair. Include them from babies.

• No TV.

• If the child is just playing with the food set a time limit. Dragging it out makes mealtime an unpleasant experience. Simply remove the unfinished portion without commenting.

• Set a good example. Always include variety on your plate. Try new things yourself.

• Let the child help prepare meals, even if it’s messy.

• Allow touching, licking or smelling a new food.

• Encourage but do not force and try not to resort to bribery.

Remember, it can take up to 15 times of tasting something before we decide if we like it or not & we are adults.

There are many other strategies that may help, even with kids that have food aversions or avoidance behaviours, so please reach out if you would like more information. You are never alone.

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KIN KIN TO COORAN on

the GREAT NOOSA TRAIL

OVER the long weekend, I took part in the Great Noosa Trail Walk, a self-guided adventure through the stunning Noosa hinterland. The whole thing covers 56 km, starting at Cooroy and ending in Pomona, but I want to highlight my favourite part—the 25 km stretch from Kin Kin to Cooran.

This section is pure magic, with beautiful scenery and a mix of terrains. It takes about seven hours, so if you start around 7.30am you’ll be strolling into Cooran by mid-afternoon. The trail starts at the park in Kin Kin (next to the roundabout), where you’ll find a map to guide you. From there, you’ll wander through peaceful dairy farms—complete with friendly cows—and work your way up and down a few steep hills. Slow and steady is the way to go, and trust me, the views make it worth every step.

You’ll pass through Woondum National Park, with its lovely, cool rainforest, and eventually hit the James M. McKane Memorial Lookout for some epic views before descending into Cooran.

Now, don’t worry if you’re not super fit. I saw plenty of determined walkers of all fitness levels giving it a go and smashing it! If you’ve got the drive, you can do it. Just take your time and enjoy the journey.

There are plenty of shady spots along the way to take a breather, and a couple of picnic tables too. Make sure you bring several litres of water (maybe toss some electrolytes in there), a packed lunch, and

avoid hiking in the middle of summer—it gets hot!

If hills aren’t your thing, you could always do it in reverse—Cooran to Kin Kin. That way, after the initial hill, it’s mostly downhill.

This hike is one of my absolute favourites. So grab your hat, sunscreen, plenty of water, a first aid kit, and download the Emergency Plus App for safety. Happy hiking!

BATS, BEES AND BLOSSOMS

JOIN wildlife biologist Dr Clancy Hall and bee enthusiast Ian Driver to discover who does the pollinating in your backyard and how to attract or deter them.

Learn the easy way to identify pollinators that make flowers pop and fruit drop. Connect with naturalists in your area through local Citizen Science projects. Find out how your observations can help pollinators power the planet. Hear how to entice Australian Native Bees to your garden. Meet a cute flying-fox and receive a native flowering plant to take home. Supported by Sunshine Coast Council’s Bats in Backyards Project team.

$5 per person. Registration essential. Ages 16 and over - 10 to 11.30am. Nambour November1, Maroochydore November 2, Maleny November 7, Coolum November 12.

Echidna puggle rescued

AFTER MOTHER’S TRAGIC ACCIDENT

AT this time of year an increased number of calls come into our WILVOS 5441 6200 Hotline and most are about birds and mammals.

This week we had a call about a dead echidna, with a young puggle, alive but bruised. One of our nearby Cooran carers was able to meet the kind rescuer and take the puggle to the Eumundi Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, for immediate assessment. At only 84grams it is very small, but hopefully saveable if there’s no serious damage from the vehicle impact. So little is known about these monotremes. As with platypus, they are very different to other wildlife in requirements for care and it is imperative that they get to a wildlife vet as soon as possible for xrays and a full examination. Breeding time is in the winter months with a gestation period of 23 days. The female curls up in sitting position to deposit the one egg in her pouch, formed in time for the occasion. The sex of an echidna can’t be determined without an internal examination, unless an egg or puggle is in the pouch, or nearby after impact.

The egg is a tiny 14-16mm in diameter, soft and leathery, weighing 1/3 of a gram.

This hatches after 10.5 days. An echidna doesn’t have teats so the hatched little one has to crawl up to the ‘milk patch’. It grows to 1 gram in 2 days and to 30 grams in 14 days.

The female echidna carries the young till the spines emerge at 50 days. After depositing her puggle in a covered burrow, she will return every 5-6 days, spending 2 hours feeding the young, before going off foraging again.

The puggle becomes well-spined in six

months and is weaned at 7 months. Mum does one last feed, opens the entrance, and the little one emerges around February and March.

We are fortunate that so much research has been done by Dr Peggy Rismiller at the Kangaroo Island Research Centre. www.wilvos.org.au

with DONNA BRENNAN

NOOSA RSPCA PETS OF THE MONTH

Looking for love for Christmas

HI MY NAME IS BONNIE

Breed: Kelpie / Alaskan Malamute (Mixed)

Gender: Female

Age: 8 years and 10 months

HI MY NAME IS RUSTY

Breed: Kelpie / Alaskan Malamute (Mixed)

Gender: Male

Age: 8 years and 10 months

We are a bonded pair - sister and brother and waiting for our forever home. Is it with you? My brother and I are best friends and we would just love to go home together, to a big backyard with lots of room to run around. Secure fencing to keep us safe and a fun family to play with would be ideal.

We are social but prefer not to be at public parks and if at the beach on lead please. We are calm enough to chill inside with you in the evenings too.

What’s there not to love?

No cats or small animals, sorry, this will also include chickens.

We really are just like two big over sized puppies, we love to play, chase and snuggle in for cuddles. We are so much fun you will just have to see for yourself. 2 for 1 deal $245 both

HI MY NAME IS MARTHA

Breed: Bull Terrier / Shar Pei (Mixed)

Gender: Female

Age: 9 years and 7 months

Martha, our sweet and loving older girl, is eagerly waiting for her forever home!

She’s like a warm cup of cocoa on a chilly day-comforting, delightful, and full of love.

Ideal Home: Martha dreams of a cozy home where she can spend her days lounging with her new family. She’s not suited for households with long work hours; she craves companionship and cuddles.

Family Fit: Martha adores older children and can’t wait to meet them! She’s patient and gentle, ready to be the best furry friend your family could ask for.

Living Arrangements: Martha is an indoor dog with outdoor access. She’ll happily bask in the sun or curl up by the fireplace, as long as she has a secure, gap-free fence to explore.

Martha’s Wish: She longs for a loving family who’ll show her the true meaning of ‘family’.

SUMMER GARDENING AND EVENTS

SUMMER is underway, and in the sub-tropics, it can be a challenging time of year for gardening. It can be a good time to let your garden have a break by sewing some leguminous cover crops on your beds to replenish and protect them in the harsher months. It’s also an opportunity to explore introducing more perennial, sub-tropical species to your garden, such as Sweet Potato, Aibika, Brazilian Spinach & Taro.

In any case, here at Permaculture Noosa, we are always busy, both in the lovely Cooroy Community Gardens, and in the club.

In December, we have a very special guest speaker at our Club Night (first Tuesday of the month at 6pm) with Mark from the extremely popular SelfSufficient Me YouTube channel coming to talk to us. Mark has been entertaining millions of viewers for years with his informative and entertaining gardening videos, so don’t miss the opportunity to see him in person. Members are free, $5 for non-members.

We are also hosting an Open Garden at Lulu’s Perch Permaculture Farm in

Cooran on Saturday December 7. See the website for more information on that. And don’t forget our regular events at the Cooroy Community Gardens. We have our Propagation Club every second Tuesday (December 3 and 17), and we are starting up a regular Volunteer Day, also on Tuesdays, so for more information, email our Volunteer Coordinators at cooroygardens@ permaculturenoosa.com.au

Have a great summer! Geoff Powell - President

Permaculture Noosa Club Night

First Tuesday of the month, 6pm at Cooroy Memorial Hall www.permaculturenoosa.com.au

Mark from Self-Sufficient Me

LLEW O’BRIEN Federal Member for Wide Bay

IT has been 12 months since the Albanese Labor Government’s Voice to Parliament proposal was comprehensively rejected by the Australian people. Here in Wide Bay almost 75 percent of residents voted No to the proposal.  Nationally, more than 60 percent of voters chose to reject the Labor Government’s attempt to divide our country and our Constitution on racial grounds.

Despite the Albanese Labor Government spending more than $520 million of your money on its failed Voice referendum, in the time since then the Government has taken Indigenous Affairs from a top priority portfolio and relegated it to one which the Prime Minister Anthony Albanese obfuscates, avoids, and barely speaks on.

After the defeat of the referendum, the Shadow Minister for Indigenous Australians Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price moved two motions in the Parliament. One called for a forensic audit of taxpayer’s money that is spent on Indigenous Affairs to make sure it goes to those disadvantaged communities which need it most. The second was to establish a Royal Commission into Indigenous child sexual abuse.

The Labor Government voted against both motions and has failed to further Indigenous Affairs since. They have not conducted any investigation into what the Government can do to make improvements that deliver positive outcomes for disadvantaged

Indigenous communities. There’s been no evaluation of Land Councils and the land they control under Native Title, and how this could potentially be unlocked for economic development opportunities that offer hope of a better future for these Indigenous communities.

From the number of emails and phone calls my office is receiving from Wide Bay residents opposed to the Labor Government’s Misinformation Bill, it is obvious that Australians are against Labor’s planned censorship laws that will impact on our right to free speech.

One of the architects of the Voice said recently that a Misinformation Bill could have helped secure a victory for the Yes campaign last year. This is extremely concerning as it’s just another way of saying that one side of the campaign to change our nation’s Constitution could have controlled the argument, determined what they consider to be misinformation or disinformation, and used this to quash legitimate statements and justified concerns from people who held different opinions.

There are always at least two sides to every argument, and we need to have a free flowing contest of ideas and policies to ensure our democracy is robust and serves our people.

Shutting down one side of a debate or silencing differing opinions as Labor’s Misinformation Bill would do is a shocking attack on freedom of speech and expression and the Coalition will not support it.

SUPPORTING YOUNG MOTHERS

There are two races that stop the nation in November, the Melbourne Cup and the Nambour Cup.

Curious to know more?

Nambour Cup is the biggest cane toad race in the southern hemisphere and it has become an annual fundraiser to help teenage mums stay in school through the STEMM Program.

Every Australian, no matter their circumstance, has the right to an education. The STEMM program enables this by supporting teenagers through their education while providing important mothering and mentoring skills.

This first of a kind program in Queensland provides a unique stand-alone curriculum which enables pregnant girls and young mothers to be supported with their education goals.

Nambour Cup will be held at the Nambour Tramfest on Saturday November 30 from 4-7pm at the Nambour Tram Terminus.

HOUSING CRISIS

With rental prices soaring by 27 per cent in the last year locally, it’s clear that the Sunshine Coast is not immune to the impacts of the housing crisis that has engulfed the nation.

The Coalition is focused on getting Australia back on track and restoring the dream of home ownership.

That’s why we’ve announced that a reelected Coalition government will commit $5 billion to get housing projects moving, unlocking up to 500,000 homes to be delivered more quickly through a mixture of grants and concessional loans.

Our approach is focussed on investing in enabling infrastructure to unlock the supply of shovel-ready new housing developments. This funding will be offered on a ‘use it or lose it’ basis. It means if there is no progress on successful projects within 12 months of contracting, then the funding will be terminated.

This announcement sits alongside the Coalition’s already-announced commitments to bring down demand and free up supply by reducing migration; our two-year ban on foreign investors and temporary residents purchasing existing homes in Australia; and capping the number of overseas students.

These changes will free up over 100,000 homes for Australians over five years. If I or my office can be of assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out on (07) 5479 2800 or at ted.obrien.mp@aph.gov.au.

VALE TREVOR ROPER

TREVOR Roper, a beloved resident of Cooroy from 1988 to 2005, passed away on September 11, 2024, just shy of his 81st birthday. Trevor played an integral role in shaping modern Cooroy, leaving a lasting legacy through his work and community involvement.

As a partner in Cooroy Drafting, Trevor drew plans for countless homes and local developments, including Swift Park, Tinbeerwah, Cooroy Mountain, and Black Mountain. His work extended to childcare centers, industrial areas, and even the design of Cooroy’s iconic roundabout. Known for translating dreams into precise, practical plans, Trevor earned the respect of builders and councils alike. A passionate advocate for the community, Trevor was a regular contributor to local newspapers, never hesitating to voice his concerns for Cooroy’s future. His sharp insights and dedication were missed when he and his family moved to Apple Tree Creek, though his work continued right up until his sudden passing. Trevor is survived by his adoring wife, Sandi, seven children—five of whom attended Cooroy State School—23 grandchildren, and 26 great-grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and colleagues who had the privilege of knowing and working with him. Trevor Roper was a true gentleman and a gentle man, whose contributions to Cooroy will be remembered for generations.

Regulated dog inspection program

Sunshine Coast Council will be undertaking a regulated dog inspection program between 14 November 2024 and 13 November 2025.

The purpose of this program is to conduct a compliance audit at premises within the region where dogs that have been regulated under the Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008 are being kept.

The Act requires local governments to manage regulated dogs within their boundaries. The program will work to ensure animal owners are adhering to the mandatory conditions for keeping a regulated dog to reduce the risk posed by these animals. A copy of the program is open to inspection at Council’s Customer Service Centres, or can be downloaded from Council’s website.

For more information contact Council on 07 5475 7272 or mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES with Andy Flanagan

Wild Women

SEPTEMBER is the beginning of the Adventure Race season and it is kicked off on the Sunshine Coast by the team at Tri Adventure with the Wild Women Adventure Race aka WWAR.

140 adventurers, including my life adventure partner Wendy, headed to race HQ at North Arm primary school to compete in, as the name suggests, an all women adventure race. Jan and Kim of Tri Adventure have been hosting this event for well over 10 years and have set an exciting and challenging course.

At this point you maybe asking what is an adventure race (AR)? It’s a map and compass (no GPS) navigation event that requires teams of 2 or 4 to locate checkpoints (CPs) while Mountain Biking, Kayaking and Trekking, within a set time frame, the team that collect the most CPs wins. There are many rules but that’s the jist of it. AR races have many different formats and time frames

- this event is 6 hours and being late back means losing lots of those hard earned points with big penalties.

The day started with map handout at 7am. Up till this point the teams had no idea of where they were going. The next 45-60 min is spent route planning and deciding which checkpoints are within your teams fitness and skill level. Next is race briefing which usually includes some important course information and safety tips. Then it’s onto the start line for a mass start at 8.30am.

The race is broken up into legs with transition points (TA). The first is a short foot rogain to find four mandatory checkpoints (CPs) on the school grounds, this spreads the field out a little. Next it’s onto bikes and heading to the first TA, locating a couple of CPs on the way. At this

first TA they drop their bikes and start a trek in the bushland below Mt Ninderry. There are some mandatory CPs here and some optional. Note that some teams didn’t read the map correctly and headed for the main Ninderry trail head - costly mistake ladies. Next it’s back on the bikes and off to the next TA which is a kayak leg on the upper reaches of the Maroochy River, collecting CPs on the river banks. Then back on the bikes and up to the Eumundi Conservation Park for another Trek, and so on until all the legs are completed and it’s time to race back to HQ before the 2.30pm cut off time.

Mountain Designs have sponsored the event so the awards presentation is always exciting with lots of great prizes for all the many category winners. If you are keen to

learn more about this awesome sport contact Jan Leverton or Kim Beckinsale at Tri Adventure as they do regular AR coaching sessions.

Till next time, wishing you all exciting and safe adventures. Andy Flanagan

NOOSA COUNCIL JOINS SPORT4ALL PROGRAM

NOOSA Council has partnered with Australian Paralympian Dylan Allcott’s Get Skilled Access to bring the Sport4All (S4A) Program to Noosa.

The Sport4All inclusive sports program exists to give people with disability the opportunity to participate in sport, at both a club and school level.

“This World Inclusion Day we’re thrilled to become the first Council in Queensland to join the Sport4All program,” Mayor Frank Wilkie said.

The first step of the S4A program will see Council work with local clubs, coaches and schools with an audit and training on how to better include people with disabilities in mainstream sporting activities.

Four-time Paralympian and QueenslandNorthern Territory Sport4All Manager Blake Cochrane

OAM said getting involved in community sport stood to positively impact the lives of people with disability.

“It has been great that Noosa Council has been the first local government in Queensland to make this vital commitment,” he said.

Inclusion Coach Jamilla McCoy

will drive the program within Council, working with local sports clubs to improve opportunities for people with a disability to participate in local sport.

“National research shows that three out of four people with a disability want to participate in sport, but only one out of four currently do,” Ms McCoy said.

“The initial response from local sporting clubs has been great. These clubs are wanting to include people who live with disability in all aspects of their club and by engaging with the Sport4All program they are building their confidence and skills to create truly inclusive and accessible environments for all.”

Council is also working with Peregian Beach based company Cerge to provide online and app-based information about a destination’s accessibility, so that individuals can make informed choices prior to attending.

A virtual tour and sensory guide plus other resources are now available for Noosa Leisure Centre and Council is working with the local company to include other Council facilities such as Noosa Aquatic Centre. Visit https://cerge.app/ inclusivevenue/noosa-leisure-centre Any Noosa schools and clubs interested in joining the Sport4All program can contact Jamilla McCoy via email - sport@noosa. qld.gov.au

FOR SALE

Come along to Cooroy Tennis Club to play social tennis. It’s a great opportunity for players to get back on the court, meet new people and enjoy a game of tennis in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Tuesday &Thursday mornings 7-9 am, Sunday evening 5-7 pm. Members $4, Non-members $7, balls provided.

For more information contact Ian Garvey 0409 581 870, Dorelle Goldsworthy 0403 737 183 or Lyn Barker 0439 648 407. Our professional coach is James Webber. James is available for club members and the public. Contact James 0473 569 501, admin@ allplaytennis.com.au or www. allplaytennis.com.au

83 MAPLE STREET, COOROY

Introducing a charming 3 bed, 2 bath home with room for 4 cars on a spacious 1012m2 block. This gem is walking distance to Cooroy Main Street, shops, golf course, and school – offering the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Ideal for those seeking a cozy yet accessible living space.

Impact Boxing’s RISING STARS

COEN Robinson and Ciara Storch have just returned from a very successful trip to Germany where they were part of a Queensland team. They travelled to Germany to compete in three different tournaments, one in Wismar, and two in Cologne.

Both athletes performed extremely well. Coen Robinson was very unlucky with his split point decision loss to the German national on his first fight. In his second fight in Cologne, Coen dominated the runner-up for the German national championships, winning a unanimous decision. Coen’s third fight in Cologne came up against a very tricky and slick counter-puncher, where Coen found trouble breaking range and landing clean shots. Coen put up a brilliant performance against possibly the most experienced boxer that he’s ever had in front of him, losing a split points decision. A great effort by Coen in his very first major international competition.

Next up we had Ciara Storch. This competition was part of Ciara’s preparation to compete at the World Championships in which she will represent Australia in Colorado, USA, on October 25 through November 2. Ciara’s first opponent was the current German national champion. Ciara boxed brilliantly to secure a unanimous decision against the German. Ciara’s

second opponent pulled out of their scheduled bout so the Germans brought in the Gold medalist from last year’s World Youth Championships from the Netherlands. Ciara boxed brilliantly and in our opinion won the first round, won the second round and the third round was a very close round. So a great performance against the current World champion. She then went on in her third fight in Cologne to box against the world number three, where Ciara had another dominant performance winning a unanimous decision. So all in all a great preparation for Ciara who we strongly believe will gain a spot on that podium at the World Championships. Hopefully she’ll be bringing home a gold medal in early November. The whole team performed exceptionally well. There were 16 members on the team from various clubs around Queensland. A great development trip. These trips are crucial for the development of our boxers as we don’t get a great deal of high level international competition. This trip to Germany was a great success and we now

look forward to focusing now on Ciara as she embarks on her journey to the World Championships.

Once again, I thank you all for your continued support of our club and to our wonderful community. Thank you, Head Coach Mark Evans.

DOWNSIZE IN NOOSAVILLE AND ENJOY CONVENIENCE

DISCOVER Malolo, a boutique development in the vibrant epicentre of Noosaville. This exclusive collection of 22 townhouses and apartments, combines privacy, convenience, and elegance, designed by award-winning architects.

Situated near the stunning Noosa River, Malolo offers easy access to local cafes, restaurants, and some of Australia’s best beaches. Enjoy the perfect blend of modern living and coastal charm right in the heart of Noosaville.

The Property:

- 3 generous bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 car garage and 2 outdoor living areas

- Timber stairs lead up to the main living area, kitchen and 2 bedrooms

- A beautiful aspect and views, attracting the ocean breezes and inviting nature

- Open plan living on the top level which incorporates a timber deck and study

- Stone benchtops, new appliances and custom cabinetry

- Well-designed layout, suitable for multiple living purposes

- Laundry built into the 2-car garage, with side access and ample space

- The lower bedroom opens to a covered patio, with synthetic grass and gardens

The Location:

- Located in the heart of Noosaville, nothing is beyond reach

- Adjacent to the beautiful Noosa River, public transport out front

- Walking distance to numerous local cafes and restaurants and breweries

- Close to schools with several to choose from, parks and more.

Contact Brendan Weatherill Property Providore - 0466 248 345

BEAUTIFUL HOME ON EXTRA LARGE BLOCK

MOTIVATED sellers have bought elsewhere! This beautifully renovated four-bedroom, single-level home sits on a 1754m² block, offering stylish, comfortable living.

The spacious open-plan living area features striking blackbutt timber floors and bi-fold doors with backyard views.

The chef’s kitchen includes a large island, soft-close drawers, a 900mm gas/electric cooker with drawer warmer, and a butler’s pantry with extra sink and storage. The main suite boasts a walk-in robe, ensuite with twin basins, walk-in shower, and bidet. Additional features: zoned ducted air, 8.5 kW solar,

saltwater pool with spa, Bali-inspired hut, veggie garden, double bay shed, and mini orchard. Walking distance to local schools and close to town.

Auction: Friday, November 8, 12pm 4 2 2

Address: 29 Overlander Avenue, COOROY

Agent: Kess Prior, Hinternoosa

Phone: 0404 344 399

Agent: Jeanette Catalano, Phone: 0422 923 851

TIMELESS ELEGANCE MEETS MODERN COMFORT

THIS stunning Queenslander offers a perfect blend of timeless charm and modern convenience, nestled on five acres of lush rainforest with breathtaking mountain views. The home embodies country living, featuring wrap-around verandahs, hardwood floors, high ceilings, and French doors that create a cozy yet grand atmosphere. Inside, there are 3 bedrooms, an office, and 2 bathrooms. The master suite boasts dual walk-in wardrobes, French doors opening to the veranda, and an ensuite with a corner spa. The renovated kitchen features timber cabinetry, stone benchtops, and premium appliances, seamlessly flowing into open-plan living areas

anchored by a cozy fireplace. A large barn-style shed with electric doors and a mezzanine adds flexibility for storage or hobbies. Elevated for privacy and breezes, this peaceful retreat remains conveniently close to local amenities.

Price: Offers Over $1,350,000 3 2 4

Address: 20 Butcherbird Lane, RIDGEWOOD

Agent: Sheridan Hodgetts Hinternoosa

Phone: 0419 491 448

ARCHITECTURALLY-DESIGNED EXECUTIVE HOME

INVEST in your very best life in impeccable style, with the purchase of this luxury, light-filled, architecturallydesigned residence on a flat fully useable 5001sqm block, in a dress circle cul-de-sac with expansive northfacing alfresco entertaining, elegant interiors, and family-friendly floor plan. This is a high-end executive home with lashings of WOW.

Across a single level with pavilion style wings the floor plan facilitates good separation as well as connectivity, comprising formal entry via customised glass and timber pivot door, four bedrooms, three bathrooms plus powder room, study, two separate living areas, sleek designer kitchen, covered alfresco terrace with built-in BBQ and drinks fridge, separate laundry, and triple lock-up garage.

Current owners have laid new carpets in the bedrooms and the home has been freshly painted throughout; presentation is absolutely pristine, inside and out, with not a cent needing to be spent. It is truly gorgeous - internally complemented by magnificent parklike grounds with lush tropical and native gardens attracting

abundant birdlife, butterflies, and bees. Other notable features include raked ceilings with clerestory windows in living and kitchen, split system airconditioning, ceiling fans, gas fireplace, banks of louvres to frame outlook and

invite in breezes, stone benches, quality appliances, soft close cabinetry, new carpets in bedrooms, sundrenched inground pool with waterfall, 2 outdoor heaters on terrace, automatic electronic entry gate, dog fencing

At Countryside Realty Noosa, our team is our family and we take pride in our enduring presence and deep community connections.

With over 20 years of experience in the Noosa Hinterland, we offer a bespoke service and strive to create a positive experience for buyers, sellers, renters and landlords.

We are honoured to have been nationally recognised for our expertise at the 2023 National Real Estate Business Awards, as the winners of the Sales Campaign of the Year.

Should you seek our professional advice, please contact us today.

P: 07 5447 7733

info@countrysidenoosa.com.au countrysidenoosa.com.au

around perimeter, lock-up garden shed, 60,000-litre water tank, and 3kW solar power.

The master retreat is in its own separate wing showcasing a stunning pool view and has direct external access. There is also an ensuited guest bedroom, ideal for those overnight visitors - and in this beautiful home you’ll have plenty of those.

Located approximately 5 minutes to schools, golf, town centre, and rail, the convenience is just another box ticked, and you can be fishing on Noosa River within 20 minutes or swimming in Laguna Bay within 30 minutes. From hinterland to coast, this is lifestyle overload in all the right ways!

Price: $2,175,000

4 3 5

Address: 19 Curry Court COOROY

Agent: Stacey Hitch Countryside Realty Noosa

Phone: 0411 429 499