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Noosa District State High School captains were invited by the Cooroy RSL to attend the official opening of The Before I Die Wall (SEE STORY PAGE 2)

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Cooroy joins Before I Die… public art movement Noosa Shire has joined a global public art movement with the unveiling of Cooroy’s Before I Die… wall and Noosa District State High School captains were invited by the Cooroy Returned and Services League (RSL) to attend the official opening.

The first Before I Die wall was unveiled in 2011 in New Orleans. The concept quickly became a global phenomenon with over 2000 walls in more than 75 countries.

The unique concept is to turn the wall, which is located in public, shared place, into an engaged and interactive space, where people can stop and think and reflect on their life, share their hopes and dreams with others (by writing on the wall), and in turn, inspire others.

Cr Jess Glasgow launched the public art piece and invited residents to share the things they hope to accomplish during their lifetime.

“These walls have been incredibly well-received all over the world. Publicly declaring your most

Noosa free holiday bus success FOR the third year running, Noosa’s free holiday buses have been very popular with over 40,000 people chose to use the free holiday bus during the 10 day period between Boxing Day and January 4.

Noosa Councillor Ingrid Jackson said, “We conducted a survey of users of the free service and 85% of people travelling into Noosa Heads on the free buses had access to a car.

“They also indicated that the main reasons they caught the free holiday bus were to avoid traffic congestion, it was convenient to catch a bus and because there was limited parking.

“The busiest free buses were 626 and 627 from Tewantin to Sunrise Beach via Noosa Heads, carrying 69% of all passengers.

“60% of free holiday bus service users were Noosa Shire residents and 53% had used the free service in previous years.

“This is great news for Council because it demonstrates that many locals have embraced using the free buses to access the beach, entertainment and dining precincts during busy holidays.

“They have enjoyed the benefits of leaving the car be-

Cooroy-Noosa Road speed limit reduced at Lake MacDonald

Cr Jess Glasgow, RSL Manager Tina Mayfield and school captains at the wall unveiling cherished aspirations and the things on your bucket list can be both motivating and rewarding,” Cr Glasgow said.

Cr Glasgow wrote that he would like to “race an iornman” [sic] before he dies; whilst school captain Mitchell Thomas wishes to “be a commercial pilot” before he dies.

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RSL’s manager, welcomed the opportunity to have the Before I Die wall outside the Cooroy RSL Club on Maple Street.

“The RSL committee was in full support of using the front of the RSL for this community project and look forward to seeing the shared hopes and dreams of the Cooroy community.”

The 100km/h section of Cooroy-Noosa Road at Lake MacDonald will be reduced to 90km/h to improve safety for motorists and locals.

North Coast District Director Doug Wass said the 5.5km section of 100km/h speed zone was just east of McPauls Road and adjoined the 80km/h section before the Sunrise Road intersection.

“A speed limit review on this section late last year, in response to community feedback,” Mr Wass said.

“Our assessment determined that the roadside environment and nearby land use meant 90km/h was a more appropriate speed limit for this section of road.

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hind, and when the next peak period came around they opted for the bus again, instead of the car.

“These people have realised that it makes sense not to sit in a long queue of traffic and then spend ages looking for a park, often without success.

“While we can see that we now have many locals getting into the habit of using the free buses during holidays, we really want to encourage even more locals and visitors to use buses and other non-car transport. This will help to reduce congestion into our main shopping, dining, entertainment and beach areas.

“Encouraging a greater shift from using the car to other modes of transport is a big focus for Council in 2017.”

The free holiday buses will be running again over Easter.

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“This recommendation was then endorsed by the local speed management committee, which included representatives from Queensland Police, Noosa Council and Transport and Main Roads.

Mr Wass said the speed limit reduction formed part of Transport and Main Roads’ commitment to improve safety on Queensland Roads.

“The reduction will help to improve road safety on the Cooroy-Noosa Road at this location for locals and motorists travelling through the area,” he said.

The new speed signs will be installed by late April 2017.

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Former Noosa District State High School student, Ruby Tucker just can’t wipe the smile off her face.

The 2016 school captain and Cooroy local is about to head off to the University of Sunshine Coast (USC) with a scholarship in one hand and a load of her text books in the other.

Ruby was one of several impressive applicants of the annual Bendigo Bank university scholarship program and will now use the funds towards realising her dream of tertiary study.

Ruby plans to tackle a dual degree of Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Journalism at USC starting next week. It’s the beginning of an exciting chapter for the teen who has enjoyed success through a lot of hard work in recent years. Remarkably, Ruby still found time to give back through her volunteer work with Amnesty International and fundraisers including World’s Greatest Shave and Clean Up Australia Day. Sunshine Coast Community Financial Services Limited (SCCFSL) manages the Cooroy, Pomona, Tewantin and Marcoola Community Bank branches of Bendigo Bank and wellknown local branch manager, Geoff Edwards said providing support to Ruby to further her tertiary edu-

cation was part of the Community Banks’ commitment to building a stronger community.

“The idea behind the scholarship is to assist one regional or rural student per year from Noosa District High School and who is attending university for the first time in 2017,” Mr. Edwards said.

“Because of the high costs associated with study, we knew many applicants would need financial assistance to help their dreams come true. Ruby was the strongest applicant in an excellent short list of finalists and she’s a very impressive young woman to boot. We’re proud to award her the 2017 scholarship and wish Ruby well in her first steps towards what looks like a really bright future,” he added.

Noosa District State High School principal, Chris Roff said he was delighted Ruby will be financially supported to achieve her very best this year - thanks to the generosity of the bank.

“This is the fifth year this scholarship has been awarded and it attracts our finest students each year.

This will be such a great start for Ruby and we’re proud to have had her as a student and our school captain at Noosa District.

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family and my future. I’ve been actively involved in my community for years and hope to put my study to good use. I feel impassioned to make a change and after a lot of hard work, look forward to seeing where all this will take me,” Ruby beamed.

costs for the next two years at $5,000 per year and she says she can’t wait to get started. “It’s going to a great adventure and I’m so excited. I’m very thankful for our local Community Bank branches and for giving me this opportunity. It means so much to me, my

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Cooroy Hall’s new custodians THE newly incorporated Cooroy Memorial Hall Association (CMHA) is now working in partnership with Noosa Council to refurbish and reopen Cooroy’s historic hall.

The Association is drafting a detailed proposal to address the issues that led to the hall’s closure in 2015. The plan will outline the necessary steps, including structural repairs, and upgrades to the kitchen and toilets, to

allow the re-opening of the hall.

The proposal will also include a business plan that demonstrates the ongoing uses and viability of the hall.

The Association’s submission will be sent to Noosa Council by the end of February, Once the Council receives the Association’s submission, Council planners are expected to deliver an options paper and to

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make a recommendation to Council about the future of the hall in March this year.

The CMHA aims to convince the Council that the hall must be retained in its current location, and that the Cooroy community has the skills and the expertise to manage the hall in the future.

The CMHA will be asking the local community for its support, both financial and in-kind, as soon as the Council

decides to retain the hall.

The CMHA now has 15 members, including people with expertise in construction, management, law, architecture, heritage and administration.

Membership is invited from all members of the community and those further afield who have an interest in the hall’s future.

Any pledges of financial and/or in-kind support will be gratefully

accepted and assist the CMHA in lobbying the Council.

Whilst the CMHA is in the process of establishing a website, interested people can contact the Association on its Facebook page, by emailing the CMHA Secretary, Louise Jorgensen, at secretarycooroyhall@ outlook.com or posting expressions of interest or support to PO Box 355, Cooroy, 4563.

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It was once said that leadership is empowering young people to see themselves as changemakers.

Keen to share their select few with our community, Cooroy State School has unveiled its leadership group for 2017. They’re a fine array of Year 6 students who are already putting their best efforts forward at the historic school.

In fact, last week the group was celebrated at a school assembly and Cooroy Community Bank branch manager, Geoff Edwards was on-hand as a valued sponsor of the school to celebrate the news and wish the new leaders well.

Richard Barrie is principal of Cooroy State School and advised the audience of the number of quality applicants for leadership positions and said the selection panel had a difficult task with such a talented pool to select from.

“Our leaders will work

The Cooroy State School 2017 leadership group with principal, Richard Barrie, P&C president, Craig McGregor and Cooroy Community Bank's Geoff Edwards throughout the year on various projects revolving around school improvement and making our school a great place for kids, as well

as charitable endeavours to support charities within our community. We’re fortunate to have sponsorship from our local Bendigo

Bank for some of those projects.

“I’m very proud of this group of enthusiastic young people who are

embracing their leadership opportunities at Cooroy State School in 2017. It’s going to be a great year ahead,” Mr. Barrie said.

Field of Poppies FOLLOWING the call for members of the public to knit and crochet poppies for the ‘Field of Poppies’, knitting needles and crochet hooks have come out of the cupboard and put to use.

Thank you to ALL the lovely people making red and purple poppies. So far we now have over 400 poppies made for our field of poppies. Initially, I was hoping for 400 poppies, but it is clear that we will surpass that number, so I have set the bar higher to 1000 poppies to ensure the field of poppies is as dense and realistic looking as possible. I have decided to attach them to camouflage nets to give them a more realistic look.

To further acknowledge our brave diggers from the district, I have made name tags for each digger who made the ultimate sacrifice for us. I ask that families members from the district come and attach their loved ones name to a poppy. I also ask members of the community to feel free to help me attach the poppies to the camouflage nets. If anyone has any Army Corps buttons, or Air Force, or Navy uniform buttons they would like to add to their loved ones poppy, please feel free to bring them in

when we attach the poppies to the camouflage nets.

A lot of people have asked what the purple poppy is for. The answer is; over 9 million animals died during WWI including many thousands of Australian war horses, mules, donkeys, pigeons and dogs. No Australian war animals were returned home due to quarantine restrictions. On the 21st of July 2017 the ‘Australian War Animals Memorial Organisation Inc.’ will be opening Australia’s official war animal memorial in Pozieres, France and has asked that people share in the memory and attributes of the important roles these wonderful animals played and continue to play today that help keep our diggers safe.

Attaching the names to the poppies and attaching the poppies to the camouflage nets will take place at the Cooroy RSL on Monday, 10th April, 2017. I am looking forward to meeting as many poppy makers as possible, and personally thank them for the time they have put into making this project so special. I will also attach any poppies brought in after that date.

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So much to do, so little done!

I don’t fancy or follow any side of the political circus, They’re all just politicians in an atmosphere of self-service.

They do very little governing, enjoy a slanging match, Neglecting what they’re paid to do, they’re really not up to scratch.

This is a wonderful, beautiful country, the envy of many nations, We have worked for it, fought and died for it, survived many tribulations.

A country we should be proud of, peaceful and tolerant, And for our future and our children, happily self-confident.

I thought our PM really knew how to behave, And wouldn’t descend to political rant and rave.

But his performance the other day, was a grossly personal attack, A little beyond the usual Parliamentary yakkety yak.

And the Deputy PM was incoherent, we prayed for his speech to finish, When thankfully someone asked the Speaker to make him speak in English.

The power crisis is absorbing, everyone’s in the game, And they’ll keep at it until they find someone they can safely blame.

Finally I watched a senator lamenting on TV, That the Gold Life Pass had joined the ranks of the RIP. It was sad, it was touching, he was a cert for the poor house, He was so sincere and heartbroken there wasn’t a dry seat in the House.

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Where’s the rolled up Rag? IN each edition of the Cooroy Rag we are placing the photo of the Rolled up Rag (smaller version) in one of the advertisements for you to try and find. All you have to do is email us: editorial @cooroyrag. com.au or post your entry to: ‘Where’s the rolled up rag competition’, PO Box 898, Cooroy, 4563, and let us know which ad you found it in and the page number along with your name, address and phone number so we cantact you.

Win a morning tea for you and four friends at Club Cooroy.

Entries close March 9, 2017.

Winner of last issue’s ‘Rolled up Rag’ competition is Judith Ahern from Cooroy who found it in the Cooroy Auto Wreckers ad on Page 26.

Cooroy-Noosa Family & Local History Group COOORY-Noosa Family and Local History Group are now settled into the Heritage Centre at 17 Emerald Street, Cooroy. Visitors and new members are welcome at the comfortable air conditioned research room which is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 9:30am to 1:00pm. Librarians are always there to help with your local history questions or guide you through the family history journey.

Special interest groups have formed for Irish, German and Scottish research, members find the round table discussions and exchange of ideas and experiences very helpful.

At the March meeting on Saturday 11th from 1:00pm a member John Sparrow will tell us about his interest in Geocaching, the meeting will follow his talk and afternoon tea.

Our experienced researcher, Win Wynn will hold a workshop “More Basics and Pitfalls” at 1:00pm

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Librarians at a recent orientation day on Saturday 18th March. These talks give a good grounding for new members.

Another workshop will be given from 9:00am on Wednesday 29th March on “Boer War and First World War Diaries Online” at the Heritage Centre.

Coming up on Saturday 1st April will be a Cent Auction, come along and join in the fun. Visit www.genealogy-noosa.org.au or phone 5442 5570 to find out more.

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news Banking on our communities

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Geoff Edwards, Branch Manager, Bendigo Community Bank, Cooroy IT’S not known as the most exciting of topics, but I want to explore how the modern banking industry works and what it contributes to our communities and our economy.

In my role as a manager of two Community Bank branches in Cooroy and Pomona, I’m seeing banking change and giving regional communities such as ours a real say in its own future.

Currently, the most of us are aware the Australian banking sector is dominated by four major banks and the Australian government has a four pillars policy that prevents mergers between the four major banks. This is long-standing policy rather than formal regulation, but it reflects the broad political unpopularity of bank mergers.

Competitors to the ‘big four’ banks include smaller and often regional banks, as well as building societies and mutual credit unions. I obviously work for one of those, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank (Australia’s fifth largest retail bank), but on the same list are such banks as Suncorp, BOQ and ME Bank. The number of building societies in Australia sits at 10 and the number of credit unions is approximately 100, so the market choice is sizeable.

Did you know the financial services sector now represents almost 9.3 per cent of Australia’s total gross value add of more than $1.5 trillion over the year - the largest industry sector of Australia’s economy?

Banking and the various sectors that fall under banking such as building societies, credit unions, money market dealers, life insurance, superannuation funds, health and general insurance, truly is a major part of our Australian economy. At Bendigo Bank, the number of branches across the country continues to increase each year, with more than $68 billion in assets, more than 1.6 million customers and more than 100,000 shareholders More importantly, more than $165 million in

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Community Bank branch profits has been returned to community projects across Australia and right here, our Cooroy, Tewantin, Pomona and Marcoola branches have returned more than $2.1 million since 2008. I’m proud of the part our Noosa hinterland branches continue to play in this ongoing success story.

So get to know more about your bank and its role in our community. You may even be interested in becoming part of the banking industry and exploring possible employment opportunities.

If you have any questions about your banking, please contact me on 5447 7131 or on email at geoff.edwards@bendigoadelaide.com.au.

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Building an emergency fund Chad Monroe Certified Financial Planner® of Provision Wealth Management* An emergency fund (also known as a rainy day fund or savings buffer) gives you some breathing space to deal with life’s ups and downs. You can use this money if something unexpected happens to you or your family, like your car needs major repairs, or you need to buy a new washing machine.

Here we show you how to build an emergency fund to protect yourself if things go wrong.

What is an emergency fund?

An emergency fund is an amount of money you have set aside to help cover the cost of any urgent and unexpected expenses. Having a savings buffer means you won’t need to borrow money if a crisis happens and you need money quickly. It can give you peace of mind that you can face any bumps in the road.

Start small to build your savings The secret to building a savings buffer is to start small and save regularly. It doesn’t matter how much - or how little - you save, you just need to make a start, and then keep going.

For example, if you save as little as $10 or $20 per

week, you’ll have $520 or even $1,040 by the end of the year. That’s the start of a solid amount of savings that will give you some financial breathing space.

Use MoneySmart’s savings goals calculator to help see how a little saved each week help you reach your savings target.

Automate your savings Saving regularly is the best way to build up your savings balance. Set up a separate high interest savings account for your savings to go into via automated payments set up with your bank. You can also ask your payroll department if they can send part of your pay to your savings account.

Then you can set and forget, knowing that your savings are growing without you having to transfer them every time you get paid.

If you find a savings account that offers bonus interest for every month you don’t make a withdrawal, you’ll be less likely to touch the money unless it’s an emergency.

If you have a home loan with an offset account, you can use this account as your emergency fund. That way, the money will be working

to reduce your interest payments, but will be available to use if you need it.

Ways to save every day Track your expenses It’s easy to lose track of the money you spend everyday.

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Avoid impulse buying Every dollar you spend on an impulse purchase is another dollar you don’t have to build your savings.

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Save spare change Who said piggy banks are just for kids? Get an empty jar or ice cream container and put your spare change into it at the end of each week. When the container is full, deposit the money into your emergency fund.

Do a budget A budget can help you get a better picture of your finances, allowing you to plug any spending leaks you might find. ASIC’s budget planner can help you work out what your household expenses are.

Keep adding to your savings

If you happen to get any extra money during the year, for example from a tax refund, you can add this money to your savings pool.

When to use your emergency fund Receiving an unexpectedly large or urgent expense is never a good feeling, but having a savings buffer will help to keep your stress levels down.

You won’t have to worry about where you’ll get the money to pay for it, and you can focus your energy on solving the problem.

Keep your emergency fund for those expenses you really need to pay now. If you want to use your savings for something else, then set up a separate savings goal.

Case study: Briony uses her rainy day fund Briony had been building an emergency fund for 2 years and had saved more than $1,000. To build up her savings, she had set up automatic transfers on payday from her bank account straight into a high interest savings account.

When her car suddenly broke down, she used some of the money from the high interest account to pay for it to be fixed.

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Briony was relieved to know she didn’t have to put the car repairs on credit or ask her family for money.

Also, because she has set up automatic transfers, she could top up her emergency fund again from her next pay.

An emergency fund gives you control over your finances in a time of crisis.

By regularly saving for a rainy day, you’ll be able to weather life’s storms.

Source: Reproduced with the permission of ASIC’s MoneySmart Team. This article was originally published at www.moneysmart.gov.au *Chad Monroe of Provision Wealth Management 1 Pty Ltd | ABN 44 164 359 568 and Provision Wealth Management Pty Ltd | ABN: 52 149 014 004 are Authorised Representatives and Credit Representatives of AMP Financial Planning Pty Limited AFS Licence No. 232706 What you need to know: Any advice in this editorial is of a general nature only and does not take into account the objectives, financial situation or needs of any particular person. Therefore, before making any decision, you should consider the appropriateness of the advice with regard to those matters.

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Noosa Mayor Tony Wellington today thanked local SES controller Stan Ryan for more than three decades of service to the local community.

Mr Ryan will soon step down, ending a 35year chapter with the local SES. “Stan’s contribution to the safety, amenity and wellbeing of this community has been an enduring one,” the Mayor said.

“Stan himself has been named Regional Member of the Year and been awarded the Minister’s Cup, denoting outstanding service and commitment to the SES. He has also been awarded the Emergency Services Medal.”

Mr Ryan has been both Deputy Local Controller and Local Controller during his time with the SES. It was under his leadership the Noosa SES was awarded Operational Unit of the Year, and Unit of the Year at the SES Week Awards.

“Stan has trained many SES and other emergency services personnel, and participated in a great many SES operations. He’s given countless hours of his time in the service of that organisation,” Cr Wellington said.

Besides his commitment to the SES, Mr Ryan has dedicated much of his time and skills to community groups such as The Camphor Laurel Initiative and Cooroy Future Group Inc. “Stan’s selfless and heartfelt willingness to give

Noosa Mayor Tony Wellington congratulates Stan Ryan on 35 years of service with the local SES. his time for the betterment of our community makes him an exemplar for us all. Noosa Council congratulates Stan for his dedicated service to the SES. “I wish him all the very best for the future,” the Mayor said.

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LUKE Huntley a local snake catcher advises that with this hot weather to be on the lookout for snakes.

Luke says that he’s been in Cooroy at least seven times a week catching snakes.

“It’s getting pretty busy now with the weather heating up and getting muggy. The other night only 100 metres away from IGA I caught a 9ft python on a back patio. Cooroy is my busiest call out zone for sure.”

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New hair salon for Cooroy OWNER and Stylist of ‘Salon Salon’ at unit 9 (upstairs) No. 1 Diamond Street Cooroy, Meaghan Shelton has thirty-five years’ experience in the fashion and creative industries.

Beginning her Hairdressing career at fifteen she completed her four-year traditional apprenticeship in General Hairdressing. Meaghan was one of the first apprentices to undertake the newly formatted Ladies Hairdressing and Men’s Barbering Diploma at the Gordon Institute, Geelong Victoria. On completion of her Diploma she was poached by several Salons successively and commissioned to design and set up two salons by separate investors. As an award winning Stylist, Meaghan walked into the high profile U.K / Europe based Alan International when her round-the-world ticket took her to London. It was there that she received her final polish as a stylist, co-ordinating fashion shows and educational demonstrations in Italy.

Meaghan was offered a position with the Italian hair product company Cobis, assisting in product and brand development, however she decided it was time to return to Australia to pursue another dream.

Opening her own salon on the hip and happening Brunswick Street Fitzroy in Melbourne her focus was to return to study.

“It was a very daunting notion I had but my time in London and Europe visiting all the big galleries and voraciously reading to educate myself put me in good stead.I have painted since I was a small child, so that drive within was impossible to ignore,” said Meaghan.

Meaghan has been exhibiting her work since 1998 and is now studying the final leg of her Master of Fine Art at QUT part time.

‘Hairdressing, particularly cutting is very sculptural, I learnt Vidal Sassoon’s Pivot Point.

His method teaches the Stylist to visualise solid forms in 3D. Very old school, very much about precision cutting. You don’t see that kind of

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Meaghan welcomes both Women and Men to Salon Salon, for a specialised boutique experience and competitive prices. Salon Salon proudly adheres to stocking the safest and organic products as possible for in salon treatments and take home hair care. For expert advise on your new look, maintaining your current look and home styling tips make your appointment to see Meaghan today. ‘It’s not about age, it’s about good grooming. Other people celebrate in you taking good care of yourself and your presentation, it’s feel good thing.’

For appointments phone 5472 0587.

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Problem with the plumbing?

PAUL Stevens, of Paul Stevens Plumbing, grew up on a farm in Emu Vale QLD before his family moved to Toowoomba at the start of his high school.

Paul says he always had an affinity to the Sunshine Coast and visited his grandparents, who lived in Tinbeerwah for 30 years, often.

“It was my dream to move back to this area one day,” says Paul.

“I did my trade and worked in Toowoomba for a while and then moved to Moranbah Central Qld for a plumbing job and more experience. I had a crack at Mining (Operator) for a little while until the Company I worked for made all of us redundant. This was a great opportunity to start my own plumbing business. I ran my own successful business (sole trader) for nine years.

While in Moranbah Paul met his wife and they now have two young sons.

“With two boys now and the responsibility that comes with it, it was time to look for some bigger pastures so the boys could experience what I experienced as a child at my grandparents’ when I was younger. We found a place close to Cooroy

and are really looking forward to building our business and new life here,” said Paul.

For all your plumbing needs, phone Paul Stevens Plumbing 0438 866 112.

Rotary - 111 Years Young NEW to the city of Chicago and needing to increase their networks Paul P. Harris, Gustavus Loehr, Silvester Schiele, and Hiram E. Shorey gathered on 23 February 1905 for what would become known as the first Rotary club meeting. The name Rotary came from the group’s early practice of rotating meetings among the offices of its members.

111 years later and Rotary now links 1.2 million members in 220 countries to form an organisation of international scope so professionals with diverse backgrounds can exchange ideas, form meaningful, lifelong friendships, and give back to their communities.

The Rotary Club of Cooroy is a not-for-profit, non-political, non-religious humanitarian organisation encouraging camaraderie and companionship and promoting high ethical standards in delivery of hands-on projects, fundraising and community support.

To find out more about Rotary contact Secretary Frank Hiscock (0438 423 081 secretary@cooroyrotary.org.au) Meetings CWA Hall Maple Street, Cooroy Time 6.00 pm Every Monday (excluding public holidays) Optional evening dinner at the RSL Club.

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Volunteers needed to help Clean Up Noosa Biosphere Reserve and be a part of CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY here in Noosa. You can help by registering at one of these sites from 8am to 11am on SUNDAY 5TH MARCH

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Boreen Point ................. Apollonian Hotel Cooroy ........................... Car Park opposite Butter Factory Cooran ........................... Rec Club grounds Federal ........................... Federal State School Kin Kin ........................... Community Hall Laguna Lookout ........... At Reception Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas Noosa Heads ................. A W Dan Park in Cooyar Street Noosa Woods ............... Woods bay picnic area Noosaville ...................... Thomas Street boat ramp Noosa North Shore ...... First Cutting (allow for tides) Peregian Beach ............. Surf Club Pomona .......................... Memorial Hall Sunrise Beach ............... Shopping Centre Sunshine Beach ........... Surf Club Tewantin ......................... Doonella St boat ramp Tewantin ......................... Wooroi day Use area opposite Carramar Tinbeerwah .................... Tinbeerwah Hall Sponsored in Noosa by:

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MISTRESS

Vale: Tony VonBoxmeer

RECENTLY a memorial service was held for local builder and community supporter Tony VonBoxmeer whose death, just prior to Christmas, shocked both his family and community.

Pastor Stephen Hilditch led the service with almost 200 people in attendance. Representa-

tives from organisations that Tony had been involved with were present along with local business owners, their staff, his many friends and associates.

Sadly Tony took his own life and Pastor Hilditch explained that the family recognised the immense need for the community and them-

selves to find some closure to the tragic circumstances.

Tony’s daughter, Nicole Martin, with brother Paul by her side thanked everyone on behalf of her mother AnneMaree for coming. Nicole proceeded to lay out Tony’s life, history and involvement in the community.

She revealed that although the family was struggling for understanding and answers on reflection they realised what a good father, person and community supporter he was. Just looking at the crowd that attended she was assured of the respect that Tony had in the community and further afield.

Representatives from Project Vietnam spoke about Tony’s involvement overseas, along with other trades people, in building, maintaining, restoring and extending orphanages and schools. Tony’s building skills and positive Dutch manner saw him become building and site manager.

His skills, enthusiasm and comradery were welcome and most appreciated.

Next to speak was Barry Stewart a representative from the Lions

King of the Mountain committee who reflected on Tony’s involvement in setting up and helping on the day of the major hinterland event. Mr Stewart spoke of Tony’s enthusiasm and his willingness to help in any area. He also revealed something that only a few knew about and that was at a certain time Tony dressed in a costume and became Prince Bruce of the mountain to entertain the crowd and runners.

Fire Brigade Captain Sam Spinks spoke of Tony’s involvement for a few years in the Rural Fire Brigade. He said that Tony’s beaming greeting with heavy Dutch accent of “ hullooo” was always welcome and in good mateship was echoed

back to him from his fire fighting comrades, many who were present in uniform from the various local units.

Chaplain for Fire Fighters on the Sunshine Coast Michael Cody read the Firemans prayer. A poignant moment came when Sam Spinks presented Tony’s firemans helmet to Nicole and the family.

Pastor Stephen Hilditch reminded everyone that there is help available through different organisations and that as a community we need to be more caring and aware of those around us.

Vale Tony VonBoxmeer, Father, Friend and Community Champion.

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Wanting to Rental

Public Notice

RETIRED COUPLE

Wishing Sam Hargrave and her horses Gregory and Grey a safe journey to Victoria to Compete at the Summer Sizzler, Western Pleasure event!

are looking for an unfurnished 3 br house in rural area (not in town), preferably with a shed.

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POMONA FAMILY SERVICE 9am cnr Memorial Avenue and Rectory Street

COOROY TRADITIONAL SERVICE 9:30am cnr Miva Street and Tewantin Road

Anglicans in the Noosa Hinterland Ph: 5485 1218 - Email: coorooraanglican@gmail.com

The Rotary Club of Noosa holds a Car Boot Sale at the Tewantin State School on the second Saturday of each month from 7am to 11am Sellers are invited to the next Car Boot Sale on Saturday 11th March and the cost per car bay is $10 which goes to community projects.

Sellers’ vehicle entry from 6.30am to 7.00am.

We are looking for something long term, do not have pets and are used to the country life. We enjoy growing vegies and have a few chooks.

We would ideally love Carters Ridge, Kenilworth and surrounding areas but are open to offers.

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PLEASE PHONE 4666 1532 Annual General Meeting

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AGM NOOSA DISTRICT SHS P&C AGM Please be advised that the Noosa District State High School P&C AGM will be held on March 20 at 6pm at the School Library, Cooroy

What’s On The very popular Ronnie Christie is playing at the Caloundra RSL Friday March 24 th . Be among the crowd enjoying the tunes that will get your feet tapping.

Only $25 with the Coach leaving Gympie at 8am. Don’t miss out book early. Please call Betty on 5482 4453 for bookings and more information.

Please call Betty on 5482 4453 for bookings and more information.

All proceeds are donated to Little Haven Palliative Care Inc.

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COUNTRY MUSIC CONCERTS at the Hall of Fame 24 Steggalls Road, Yandina 2nd Saturday and 3rd Sunday of every month at 1pm.

Toe tapping music with a good band, local artists and a guest artist. Walk-ups welcome.

Canteen open, free afternoon tea, raffle and door prizes. Entry $8. Concession $6.

Enquiries 54467545 - 0437191004

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9.30am SUNDAYS A PENTECOSTAL CHURCH

Public Notice THE NOOSA CONCERT BAND IS LOOKING FOR NEW MEMBERS AND SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

0490 033 892 hopecentralchurch@hotmail.com

The Noosa Concert Band is a local community band that get together to practice once a week at the Cooroy State School on Tuesday nights at 7.00pm. We play a wide variety of music including popular, classical and jazz which we perform at a variety of events.

The band is also currently looking for promising young students to benefit from our scholarship program.

Opportunities include free loan of an instrument, regular practice and performances, mentoring from experienced players and paid professional lessons.

Please phone Paul Ritchie on 0412 737 147 or Pamela Wright on 0438739844 for details.

Uniting Church in Australia Cooroy/Pomona

SUNDAY SERVICES 8.00am - Cooroy - 51 Maple St 9.30am - Pomona - 27 Factory St

PH: 5447 6152

The Church of United Spiritualism of Australia Clairvoyance - Guest Speakers - Healing Meditations COOROY - QCWA Hall Maple Street Wednesdays 7.00pm Rev Kathy McVann - 0414 972632

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DEEP PEACE MONTHLY MEDITATION Monday 6th March 2pm till 4pm Free, donations welcome Come to refresh and relax, inside & out Refreshments provided At – Cooroy Library, 9 Maple Street Sponsored by Mantra’s Music Meditation

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Rotary supports school’s excellent programs Noosa District State High School was presented with a $1000 cheque from the Rotary Club of Cooroy last week at a full school parade.

The $1000 cheque is to be used to support the school’s excellent programs, including the popular Duke of Edinburgh subject.

The Rotary Club of Cooroy President Andrew Aves and Secretary Carol Aves presented certificates of appreciation to the school’s Interact Club and Duke of Edinburgh teacher Dean McMaster.

Mr McMaster’s Duke of Edinburgh students assisted the Rotary Club of Cooroy last year at the Cooroy Mountain Spring Festival through cleaning up and clearing the mountain tracks, making them more accessible for the

climbers.

Deputy Principal Renee Rackley met with Mr and Ms Aves following the full school parade to thank the Rotary Club of Cooroy for the support of the school’s initiatives.

“We would like to thank Andrew and Carol who attended our parade for being an integral part of our school and for supporting Noosa Districts young people,” Ms Rackley said.

Rotary Youth Programs, including the Rotary Youth Leadership Award; the Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment; and for budding scientists currently in Year 11, the National Youth Science Forum, which will be held in Canberra and Brisbane in January 2018.

Application forms will be available from the school science department.

Local Women Lead the Way WHEN looking for inspirational women from a variety of backgrounds with a plethora of talents the Pomona Community House didn’t have to look very far from our local area. The depth of talent here in Pomona and surrounds is amazing - we only wish we had more time to showcase more ladies. As part of Queensland’s Women Week - Queensland Women: Be Involved.

Lead the Way - the Pomona Community House is coordinating a number of online events culminating in an evening of inspirational speakers and ‘workshop’ activities starting at 5.45 on Thursday 9 March at the Pomona State School Hall in Station Street, Pomona.

Our speakers come from a variety of fields and include both local and international business owners, a rural ambassador and local student leaders. Entertainment by Andrea Kirwin who will delight the audience with her soulful, funky and inspiring voice.

A facebook page has been created as part of the celebrations. Here you will find inspiration, education, a series of interviews and online workshops that you can attend. Find our ‘Local Women Lead the Way’ page at https://www.facebook.com/ LocalWomenLeadtheWay/ Pomona Community House looks forward to seeing you and your daughters at our event. We have received support from the Queensland Government so all proceeds will go to a local charity.

Tickets for the event (including a light supper) are $10 (school aged children are free) and available at the Pomona Community House, 1 Memorial Ave, Pomona or online at https://kets.com.au/49045

HARDWARE The Noosa District State High School Interact Club is a social humanitarian-focused group, which meets fortnightly and seeks to help those less fortunate.

NDSHS students participated in a school sleep-out last May to raise money for homeless Australians.

“We are enormously proud of our students and

hope our relationship with Rotary continues to strengthen and grow,” Ms Rackley said.

The Rotary Club of Cooroy are currently seeking applications from students in Year 9 to 12 who will be 15 to 17 years of age in January 2018 to travel to a European country for one year to study

Unitywater's Cameron Blair, Pomona Community House Community Coordinator Kathryn Shewring and Maroochydore Neighbourhood Centre's Michael Henning Unitywater has provided a mobile hot shower to the Pomona Community House where there is an identified need, to improve the health, dignity and quality of life of the region’s homeless.

“Homelessness is unfortunately a real issue in our region,” Unitywater Community Relations Specialist Kate Cash said.

“We know this won’t eradicate the problem, but it will go some way to improving the health and comfort of people experiencing homelessness.

“This is part of our broader commitment to support our community.”

Pomona Community House Community Engagement Coordinator Kathryn Shewring said a

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and partake in different cultural experiences.

Such a unique opportunity will enhance participants’ self-confidence and self-esteem.

Additional information is available at the NDSHS Interact Club meetings or directly via the Rotary Club of Cooroy.

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warm shower made a real difference to those doing it tough.

“Not having access to facilities for washing and showering is one of the toughest things for people experiencing homelessness to deal with,” Ms Shewring said.

“Just being able to have somewhere to go where you can freshen up at no cost makes a huge difference.

“Pomona is a great little community and we’d like to thank Unitywater and Maroochy Neighbourhood Centre for making the shower available in our community.”

Ms Shewring said those looking to use the shower simply had to ask.

“Just come in and ask – we have towels and toiletries available,” she said.

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COME along to the Cooroy Library Rooftop for a screening of ‘ODDBALL’ on Friday 3 March.

Come early to get yourself a spot and set up your blankets and picnics, in preparation for the screening to start around 6.30pm(ish).

Entry to the movies is by donation.

The screening is proudly supported by Cooroy Outdoor Power, Cooroy Hotel, Hassan Finance, Cooroy Fish n Chips, Chapman’s Auto Repairs, CJ Taxation Services, Cooroy Computers, Fox and Hound Espresso, Richies Bakery, Tyrepower Cooroy, Cooroy Family Practice, Sykes Pearson Miller - SPM Law, and Queensland Media Print.

Based on a true story about an eccentric chicken farmer who, with the help of his granddaughter, trains his mischievous dog to protect a wild penguin sanctuary from fox attacks, and in the process reunites his family and saves their seaside town. Rated G, the film’s uplifting messages of courage, loyalty and hope make this timeless tale entertainment for all ages.

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Eumundi Rotary Long Lunch THE Rotary Club of Eumundi, is again proud to take the lead on one of the most significant fundraisers for hospices serving our region. This year’s “Eumundi Rotary Long Lunch” will be held on Sunday March 12th, 2017. Funds raised will go to support the Katie Rose Cottage, Cittamani Hospice and Hummingbird House.

The lunch will commence at 11.30am under the fig trees and in the recently rainproofed venue at the famous Original Eumundi Markets with doors open at 11am.

With a theme of “Carnivale” running, the venue will be brightly decorated with food to match.

Prepared by Eumundi international chefs Andy Dundas (The Figtree) and Ned Nolan (The Bohemian Bungalow) the meal will be three classy courses of gourmet sharing plates and platters based on local regional products. BYO soft drinks and alcohol will allow guests their own choices for refreshment. A bar of wine, beer, soft drinks and waters will also be available. Wine glasses will be present on tables.

Celebrity Chef Matt Golinski will be giving a cooking demonstration – a must see!

Music will be provided by The Doo Wop Dolls and Associates.

Door and raffle prizes, auctions and a best Carnivale mask prize will keep everybody hopping and further support this fundraising event.

Tickets are $60 per person of which $30 is tax deductible and will be supported by a tax receipt.

Ticket sales are planned to close on Thursday, 2nd March” Greg said.

Lunch bookings are at Ticketebo www.ticketebo.com.au/eumundirotary. Further info and assistance with ticketing from Rotary’s Les Godwin on 0411 877 346 or 5471 1155 or les@davidsondem.com.au

Noosa District Concert Band

THE Noosa District Concert Band hosted a combined band evening recently with Clarence High students from Tasmania. Encouraging students to continue playing their instruments after they leave school is one of the reasons these concert bands are formed. It’s very rewarding to share our experiences with these students and others in the community.

Looking forward to the next couple of months the Noosa District Concert Band will be perform-

ing at a number of Christmas concerts as well as another combined band event with students from Maleny.

Noosa District Concert Band welcomes new members, if you haven’t picked up your instrument for some time ... pull it out and have a blow.

The band practises on Tuesday evenings right here in Cooroy.

Further information, please contact President Paul Ritchie 0412737147

Support for Australian Body Art Festival is Jaw Dropping The Australian Body Art Festival has been embraced by its new Noosa Hinterland home in Cooroy with event organisers overwhelmed by the generosity of people keen to see this unique event get back on its feet.

“It was a bit of a risk for the Cooroy Chamber of Commerce to take on this event to keep it alive because we were basically starting from scratch and there was a huge amount of work to do. But the support for the festival has been overwhelming proving it was the right decision to make. It’s quite possible this will be the best event ever,” said Cooroy Chamber of Commerce President, Danielle Taylor.

Support has come in from individuals who have donated money as well as a host of support from local businesses and community groups.

“The crowdfunding campaign set up for the event has already reached 80% but if anyone has a few dollars to spare this is a pretty good event to donate to. We are holding the event regardless of whether we reach the funding target but every extra dollar we raise will make the festival an even more spectacular experience for everyone.”

The other amazing show of support has been from artists, with over 50 competitors registered and coming from all over Australia and overseas.

“We’ve got artists coming from as far away as Tasmania and South Korea. It is such a good response that registrations are closing at end of February because we have nearly run out of space to fit them all!” explained Danielle.

One thing is for sure, put 8 & 9 April into your diary and plan to be in Cooroy because this is one event that should be a must see on your calendar!

More information about the festival and the crowdfunding campaign can be found online at www.australianbodyart.com.au.

Social ballroom dancing EVERY Tuesday evening from 7 pm to 9.30 pm Pat and Norm Young organise a Social evening at the Pomona Memorial School of Arts Hall - cost is $ 4-00, which includes supper. It is a very enjoyable evening as Pat and Norm provide New Vogue as well as Old Time Dancing.

Come and be a Spectator, and see if you will enjoy it. Everyone is welcome. Phone 5485 2007 for more information, or come and visit.

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How do you get a mini (slider) into a mini?”

HAPPY customer Quinlan about to enjoy his pizza, prepared by the Cooroy Hotel’s new French head chef Patrick.

Drive through pizzas are now available at the Cooroy Hotel every day from 3 to 8pm.

Pizzas are fast, fresh & delicious. No need to pre order.

An Australian first! Drive Thru pizzas $15 (now larger- 12inch) & pizza sliders $5. Tradies take note!

Roger & Elly Norman - Happy 50th wedding anniversary mum and dad enjoy the celebrations, congratulations love from the whole family xx

BEGINNERS TO ADVANCED THEORY & PRACTICAL

Interested in joining a choir THIS year Spiritsong A Cappella choir will be singing Tomas Luis de Victoria’s O Magnum Mysterium Mass and Motet.

If you would like to join Spiritsong please email andrewjemmet@gmail.com for more details.

5474 1498.

All parts needed. Spiritsong sings in Tewantin on Wednesday evenings.

10 Fantail Cresent Cooroy Congratulations to proud grandmother, June Shearer, on the birth of her twin grand daughters Annalise June (2.67kg) and Lily Victoria (2.44kg) Rowswell born on Tuesday 24 January 2017 at 3.05pm New sisters for big brother Zach.

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LIVING on purpose means to be able to spend time doing what brings you fulfilment, whether that is through work and career, hobbies and interests or life in general.

It is an aim that is applicable to all people of all ages and all stages in life. The trouble is many of us are doing what we think society expects us to do or what family members demand of us. In these cases, if we are honest with ourselves, we are carrying around a lot of resentment, with a deep sense of hollowness inside.

This depletes our energy and enthusiasm and very quickly there is not much left in the tank to give to those around us. So, everyone loses out under this scenario.

On the other hand, when we are living on purpose, we have energy and vitality to freely give to others. We become a joy to be around, as well as an inspiration.

Studies have also shown that having a sense of purpose contributes to decreased stress levels and decreased risk of health problems such as heart disease and stroke. All in all, evidence reveals living with purpose adds years to one’s life and it is never to late to start reaping the benefits of living this way.

Taking the first step to claim one’s true sense of purpose, requires the nurturing of self worth, with a sense of being deserving of a fulfilling and happy life as much as anyone else. A wonderful opportunity presents itself at the Cooroy Library on Saturday 25 March, when Deb, a Louise Hay Heal Your Life Coach will give step by step guidance to those women at a crossroad in life where life seems a little confusing…whether that is as a school leaver, an empty nester or someone newly retired. The focus is on finding a new direction in life that is meaningful to each individual.

Also presenting at the workshop will be Cat, a Personal Stylist, giving tips and strategies on how to get a fresh, fabulous and confident look to accompany the new you.

For bookings and enquires email: insideoutsidegreat@gmail.com or phone 0439708142

IN January 2016, local yoga instructor, Sandy Klein, started to get weakness in her right hand and cramps numbness and tremors. She couldn’t turn the car keys on or take them out, her fork kept falling out of her hand, she couldn’t can’t raise her arm above her head and her right leg drags. In May Sandy had a stroke. After many MRIs and Cat Scans and Neurologist consults, Sandy was diagnosed with Motor Nuron Disease.

“This was a real blow,” says Sandy. “I can no longer do yoga as cannot get up off the floor and my balance is poor. I have difficulty walking. I have been to the hospital for Physio and O.T. I am doing my best to prevent this from worsening as if I do nothing I will be in a wheelchair and may lose my ability to speak.

“Recently I found a treatment which I sincerely believe will help me stop or slow down or even reverse the symptoms. The treatment is at the Nurophysics Therapy Institute on the Gold Coast and the results being achieved sound promising.”

This is where our community can help.

The cost of the therapy is $2200 and Sandy will need funds for accommodation. A bank account has been opened at the Bendigo Bank in Cooroy called Sandys Motor Neuron Account. BSB 633-000, Account No. 159500859. The Cooroy Rag has kick started the fund with a $100 donation.

Any donations to help keep Sandy wheelchair free would be very much appreciated.

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COOROY RAG Contract crashed – motivated vendors

BEAUTIFULLY maintained and presented home right in town, only a short walking distance to the main street of country township Cooroy. A good sized town block allows perfection for downsizing without the hassle and compromise of compensating the size and style of your home.

Space is abundant at this property and this is made clear through the two good sized bedrooms and a beautiful, big master suite with large en-suite and dressing room.

The intelligent design of the home aims to beautifully utilize all space, and incorporate all elements of the home into the free flowing, open plan style.

The large living space with dining area,

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Large home + 3.75 acres + 15m lap pool

BEAUTIFULLY located in the Noosa Hinterland only a short drive into town, this large 320+ sqm home will not disappoint. Fantastic 3.75 flat and useable acres has plenty of room for the whole family. Separated into several paddocks and has previously carried 2 horses this property is really the centre of the home, with has certainly so much to offer. an attached alcove office, direct • 4 bedrooms, main with WIR and Ensuite access to the outside entertaining area • Formal lounge and dining with vaulted ceilings and the kitchen with separate breakfast • Large kitchen with gas cooktop dining adjoining.

• Reverse cycle air conditioning & wood fire place Outside, is a gardener’s dream, with • Large closed in entertainment area raised garden beds, and a drive • 6m x 6m recreational room – perfect for children or through garage everything is designed home business for your ease and comfort.

• Fully fenced property for horses and dam For a beautifully designed, stylish • 15 metre salt water lap pool home that accommodates all the little • 3 bay shed with power things to make your home life easier, • Solar System back in to grid do not miss out on the chance to be The owners have on market to sell. Located only 20 only a mere few minutes from all minutes to Noosa this property won’t disappoint. amenities in town and book an Priced at $750,000 Please call Selena Pryde on 0421 inspection today!

208 404 from Raine & Horne Noosa Hinterland for furPhone Robyn Kildey - Countryside ther details, or drop in to see one of our friendly staff at Realty on 0414 425 350.

16a Maple Street, Cooroy or 8 Reserve Street, Pomona.

Gorgeous character home

A HOME to fall in love with!!! This gorgeous character home sits perfectly on just over 2 private acres. The location is ideal with just a 5 minute drive to the thriving country township of Cooroy. The home exudes so much character with high ceilings, timber floors, timber casement windows & chandeliers. There are three bedrooms plus a huge office and a stunning kitchen just full of character.

There is a lovely deck to relax & enjoy the peace & privacy. The land is very private, cleared & usable. The hobby famer will love the chook pen/yard, fully fenced paddock & huge 3 bay shed with power plus carport with high clearance. This is a fantastic acreage property minutes to Cooroy, on the market for offers over $499,000. Call Alisa Wythes on 0415 111 370 to organise your viewing of this gorgeous property at 359 Cooroy Belli Creek Road.

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Sash & Tanya 0412 020 789

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COOROY RAG Queensland inspired home Bed 3; Bath 3; Car 6; 5692sqm Price: 665,000.

This three level Queensland style inspired home on 1.4 acres is situated in the highly sought after area of Tallowwood Place.

This enclave is located off the high ridge of Black Mountain.

The elevated home basks in a north east aspect enjoying vistas of Mount Eerwah and enabling the front and rear verandahs to capture breezes. The polished wooden floorboards and high ceilings feature throughout the home.

The home is of open plan design with large doors giving access to the decks.

There are three generous sized bedrooms, master with ensuite and walk through robe

and a study which could be utilized as a fourth bedroom if needed. Internal stairs lead to the lower level of the home which is currently houses a bar and billiards playing table and entertaining area.

This level also has a bathroom which comes in handy for guests when entertaining or perhaps a teenage retreat as there is plenty of parking and storage in the 4 bay lockable shed. It is possible to enter the driveway and reverse a caravan or large boat into the shed without having to fuss over blocking the lane. The colorful gardens and park like lawns are established and a joy to maintain. To arrange an inspection please call Rob Farley Hinternoosa.com.au on 0408 478 304.

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Call 0400 115 869 15% OFF 1ST SERVICE

Bed 6; Bath 2; Car 9; 10510sqm Price: Auction Invest in your future and start living your abundant life in this premium cul-de-sac address. All the local schools, restaurants, and cafes for wining and dining with boutique shops are only a stones throw from Noosa. There are nearby mountains for climbing and lookouts to explore for those who enjoy walking. Tinbeerwah is an elevated area which captures the breezes off the coast, it is also a low populated area because of the state forest making it private and peaceful. Your investment is an architecturally designed home which consists of 6 bedrooms with one currently being utilized as a large home office. Multiple living areas inside and outside provide plenty of space for a large family to stretch out. The formal lounge leads out to the undercover patio giving easy access to the pool. A beauti-

ful infinity type pool which overlooks the property measuring 5m x 10m holding 80,000 litres of water with a depth of 2.2m. The other family room leads to a private patio courtyard that captures the morning sun, a great spot for a cup of tea in the morning. The home has ducted air conditioning and a ducted vacuum system throughout with fans, carpets and built in robes in the bedrooms. The master bedroom is cleverly separated from the rest of the home, it has a large walk in robe with an ensuite and views to the pool and grounds. The kitchen has plenty of storage with a walk in pantry and is equipped with electric appliances including dishwasher. The 2.59 acres is fully fenced for animals with an internal fence separating the dam at one end of the property. An equipped bore pumps to the external garden taps surrounding the home providing year round relief for gardens if needed.

The 2 x 6m x 9m workshops provide ample storage whilst still giving you plenty of room to enjoy your hobby. There is power to both sheds with a 6 kilowatt solar system keeping the bills negligible. A large concreted area beside one of the sheds enables parking for a large caravan, boat or motorhome. This home and property represent a safe and secure investment opportunity providing peace of mind and a terrific lifestyle to match. Please call Robert Farley 0408 478 304 - Hinternoosa.com.au, 5447 7000 or email for further information on this property.

Looking for a ‘green change’?

Bed 3; Bath 1; Car 2; 12.14ha Price: Offers over $595,000.

0 acres of undulating land with timbered pockets, Queenslander moved from Rockhampton in 2004, restumped , 3m high ceilings, VJ walls and ceilings, polished floor boards, covered timber decks, entertaining gazebo with built-in BBQ, ceiling fans and slow combustion burner, renovated kitchen and bathroom, 80,000 litres approx. of water storage, manicured gardens, fruit trees, veggie gardens, chicken runs, house block is fenced, front & back paddocks fenced, only 45 mins to Noosa.

Please call or email Graham Smith 0408 874 888 - Hinternoosa.com.au, 5447 7000 for further information on this property.

TUCHEKOI AUCTION SATURDAY 4th MARCH AT 9:00A.M. AT 6 ANDREASSEN ROAD (FOLLOW SIGNS FROM PEACONS POCKET ROAD OFF SKYRINGS CREEK – KENILWORTH ROAD) Hundreds of items for Auction including: Cattle crush with head bail (not Vet crush), 4ft Howard Slasher, 5 KVA Generator with 10hp B & S motor, single tyne 3 P.T.L. ripper, 8ft x 5ft trailer (reg) with steel frame attached for transporting small livestock, air compressor, s/steel bench, Honda firefighter, 2 x 200 litre s/steel drums with AC – DC motors, elec fence energiser, L.G. fridge-freezer (side by side), chest freezer, Westinghouse fridge. Household furniture including solid dining table and 6 chairs, aged ride-on mower, qty steel shelving, Honda 5hp firefighter, Davey household pump, 25hp Evinrude outboard motor, garden tools, alum ladder, self-propelled mower, camp oven, dishwasher, saucepans and boilers, coffee table, dinner set plates, Elna sewing machine, aged prints including Bullock Team at Brooloo, Avery scales, pressure cooker, Kenwood chef, double bed, king single bed, large cane basket, tapestry covered fireplace screen, kitchen ware, small round table, 2 seater couch, single lounge chair plus much more.

SPECIAL: Solid timber chest of drawers.

Terms: Payment on day of sale. Cash or cheque only (no cards) (I.D. required).

TOM GRADY AUCTIONS – GYMPIE - PH: (07) 54 824 777 - A/H: 0419 646 109 Website: www.tomgrady.biz Page 18 - Cooroy Rag, March 1, 2017

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pomona

COOROY RAG Brand new residence

BRAND SPARKLING NEW!

BUSHLAND RETREAT – FABULOUSLY TRANQUIL & EXCLUSIVE

15 Friarbird Place POMONA

4

Address on Request POMONA

4

OFFERS OVER $545,000

1.18 acres

2

2

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OFFERS OVER $675,000

• Secluded location, yet walking distance to Pomona village • Spacious open plan living and dining • Tasteful aluminium fixtures, 10 foot high ceilings, central vacuum system • Huge, East facing deck with a peaceful bush backdrop • Master bedroom with deck access • Town water + extra-large poly tank • Back-up generator, 5kw solar system

STUNNING QUEENSLANDER WITH PANORAMIC VIEWS

214 Arthys Road COORAN

4

83.1 acres

4

2

OFFERS OVER $1,095,000

• • • •

Irreplaceable home and location Wow Wow Wow!! - Outstanding private Oasis Panoramic views - sunsets and stars Filled with 100 years of character & traditional appeal, soaring ceilings, wraparound verandas • 83 acres of prime grazing land • 5 paddocks, 3 dams, creek, cattle yard, race and ramp

SPACIOUS & CONVENIENTLY LOCATED

912m2

2

2

Bed 4; Bath 2; Car 2 Price: Offers over $545,000 If your idea of a dream home is a sparkling new residence that’s never been lived in by anyone else, then you have to come and inspect this beauty!

Perfectly positioned at the end of a peaceful and prestigious cul-de-sac, 15 Friarbird Place, Pomona, is ready for you to move straight into, with the confidence of having a 6.5 years builder’s warranty in place. Everything about this spacious 4bedroom, 2-bathroom home spells quality, from the stylish fixtures and fittings to the ultra modern kitchen.

Boasting high ceilings and timber-look flooring, the open plan living areas are bright and breezy, and there’s the handy addition of a separate sunroom.

The gorgeous kitchen features stone bench tops, gas cooking and a walk-in pantry, and there’s direct access to the allweather alfresco entertainment area from the living room.

The master suite is just lovely, with its walk-in robe, ceiling fan and ensuite, the latter featuring twin vanities and a frameless glass shower.

The main bathroom has the bonus of a bath, as well as a shower, and the other three bedrooms feature built-in robes and ceiling fans.

Wonderfully private and peaceful, this stunning home overlooks bush reserve, giving the impression of being miles from anywhere. Yet you are just walking distance from picturesque Pomona, with its school, shops, cafes and restaurants.

There is also the added bonus of town water, underground power, mains sewerage, telephone and internet.

This is a safe and confident purchase, knowing you’re backed by a builder’s warranty, and surrounded by other quality homes and lovely neighbours.

Contact Sam or Phil Hargrave at Hargrave Real Estate 0425 777 121, 0417 750 507.

Quality throughout - High ceilings + timber-look flooring Spacious Open plan living + separate lounge Stone bench tops, gas cooking + walk-in pantry, dishwasher Alfresco entertainment area from the living room Handy side access for the caravan or boat Private and peaceful, with gorgeous bush reserve outlook

SPACIOUS, STYLISH & BRAND SPANKING NEW

6 Red Ash Cout (Lot 15) COOROY

4

711m2

2

2

OFFERS OVER $599,000

• Brand new level entry, low maintenance home by award winning KJ Homes + Room for a pool • Huge air-conditioned living / dining space opens to undercover outdoor entertainment area • Ultra modern kitchen with stone bench tops + dishwasher + walk in pantry + breakfast bar • Peaceful cul-de-sac location with native bush backdrop

4 BEDROOM FARMHOUSE PLUS SHEDS 15 ACRES, EASTERLY ASPECT

Unique, meticulously designed and very well presented

1055 Pomona Kin Kin Road KIN KIN

4 • • • • • •

17 Oak Street COOROY

4

2

2

600m2

OFFERS OVER $499,000

• Air-conditioned home on town water with mains sewerage, & only 5 minute walk to town • Huge light-filled, open plan living + separate lounge • Modern kitchen with stone bench tops + breakfast bar, dishwasher and pantry • Perfect north-facing outdoor entertainment area • Room for a pool / shed + handy side access

DUAL LIVING - 5 STAR A HIDDEN TREASURE - TREE HOUSE

8 Dandaloo Lane COOTHARABA

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3

6

10.28 acres

OFFERS OVER $769,000

Bring the whole family together in style Thoughtfully designed character filled home Versatile floor plan connected by glass hallways Fully self contained 2 bedroom granny flat Work from home with amazing office Private usable 10 acres with dam & pump Large shed with a 4th bathroom

5485 2200

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15 acres

4

2

OFFERS OVER $419,000

Medium size farm allotment ideal as a hobby farm 4 bedroom house with beautiful timber floors 2 x sheds 6m x 7.2m one with 3.3m height Mature fruit trees, chook yard, room for vegie gardens Abundant open spaces with 2 high paddocks Close to Kin Kin Village with school, café and historic pub

50 ACRE ECO RETREAT - HILLTOP HIDEAWAY WITH PERMANENT RAINFOREST CREEKS

Bed 4; Bath 2; Car 2 Price: Offers over $675,000 Unique, meticulously designed and very well presented, this sturdy steel-framed house in Pomona is a real find.

Amazingly peaceful and private, this gorgeous home is so low maintenance you could lock-up, leave and travel the world whenever you wanted!

The property’s secluded location at the very end of a no-through road belies the fact that it is still just walking distance from Pomona shops, schools and cafes.

Attention to detail is obvious, with tasteful aluminium fixtures, 10 foot high ceilings, central vacuum system, the highest quality, wood look, vinyl plank flooring, ceiling fans, and air-conditioning.

With 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a large open plan living and dining area, there’s room for everyone here, and it’s the perfect home for entertaining.

The modern kitchen is a dream, with its butler’s pantry and stylish grey and white colour scheme.

Filled with an abundance of natural light and fresh air - and offering the most peaceful native bush backdrop - the home just

oozes serenity.

Double sliding glass doors lead you out to the extra large, east-facing deck with its beautifully designed shade sails. The deck can also be accessed from both the master and second bedroom.

The master features a large ensuite, walkin robe, ceiling fans, air-conditioning and loads of natural light.

There are 2 more bedrooms, plus a great study, which offers the option of a fourth bedroom. The main bathroom has a luxurious spa bath for total relaxation, plus a separate toilet, vanity, and 3-way entry.

Extra benefits include town water plus a 15,000 litre Poly Tank, a back-up generator that is fully integrated into the electrics of the house, 5kw solar system, near-new hot water system, lockable garage and under-house storage - all on a gorgeous 4791sqm block.

Fully fenced, safe and secure for kids and furkids alike, this property is ideal for the couple or family who love to travel, and will suit the fussiest of house hunters.

Contact Sam Hargrave, Hargrave Real Estate, 0425 777 121.

Inspect: By Appointment.

275 Eastern Branch Road KIN KIN

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1

3

50 acres

OFFERS OVER $499,000

Incredibly private and peaceful Modern 4 bed, 1 bath elevated home Blackbutt timber flooring throughout French doors and large windows to living areas Pot belly and genuine clawfoot bath create ambience Big north facing verandah with filtered views Landscaped gardens with feng shui elements Off grid solar system with new batteries & wind generator Good access via all weather driveway

5485 2200 Phil Hargrave 0417 750 507 George Andrews 0477 703 429 Sam Hargrave 0425 777 121

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TRADES & SERVICES DIRECTORY BACKHOE & BOBCATS

COMPUTER SOLUTIONS

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

HANDYMAN

ADVANCED PC & NETWORK SUPPORT Mobile: 0412 909 112 ALL AREAS

• TRACK BOBCAT • 4T EXCAVATOR • 10m TIPPER • 3T VIBRATING ROLLER • Rockbreaker • Rockgrab • Post-hole Augers • Trencher • Rippers • Levelling Bar

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PORTERS

Servicing Noosa Hinterland • Carpentry • Concreting • Tiling • Termite Repairs • Plastering • Cubbyhouses • Patch & Paint Walls • Roofing & Guttering • Patios & Decks • Fencing & Retaining Walls • Mobile Welding • Doors & Locks QBSA Licensed • 20 years experience • No job too small • We love Referrals

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20 Years Experience Servicing all Local Areas • Driveways • Shed Slabs • Tennis Courts • Exposed Aggregate Specialists

Andrew

Tristan Rankine

5447 0345 0409 212 142

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0427 764 038 cooroyhs@gmail.com

QBCC 605970

EARTHMOVING

BUILDERS

BUILDER

Graham Williams

0418 710 222 • Maintenance • Reno’s

grahamjwilliams@hotmail.com ABN 96376765433

JOBS TO $3300

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

plumbing & earthmoving

Phone Richard Stansfield

0455 306 666

Mobile: 0416 241 261

CAR PARTS

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

MOTOR BIKE MOWER BATTERIES

Cooroy Eumundi

5442 6890 CAR PARTS

Electrical Services Richard Oxborough

0419 653 132 Ph 5447 7251 Fax 5447 6134 Lic No.60015

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

Electrical Contractor • Commercial • Industrial • Domestic

0408 639 076

PO Box 360 Cooroy 4563

COMPUTER SOLUTIONS

Lic No: 68688

Maintenance – Virus Removal Parts - Upgrades – Networks – Installations

98 Maple Street, Cooroy Qld 4563

Ph 5329 0059 • Mobile 0438 196 113 www.craine.com.au email : russell@craine.com.au

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Residential & Commercial Earthmoving & Contracting

Over 22 Years Experience

Professional, Quality, Experienced Operators • Dam Cleanouts • Block Clearing • House Sites

Sean Morrow

Vincent McGarrell

0411 312 284 - 5485 0525

0422 379 628 • 1300 611 196

QBCC Lic no. 1119365

EXCAVATORS

MOWING & MAINTENANCE

• S185 BOBCAT • 1.5 Tonne EXCAVATOR with 1m Wide Access • AUGER & PALLET FORK

0400 245 410

Bruce Forsyth

AAA HANDYMAN SERVICES

• Overhead & Underground Power • Pump Repairs • Phone Installations • Domestic & Commercial

0408 713 261 Unit 1/25 Garnet St, Cooroy

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HANDYMAN

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LANDSCAPING

All aspects of landscaping & gardening with a CREATIVE, ORGANIC approach

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EXCAVATORS

A Range of Excavators & Attachments to Meet Every Need

RIDGEWOOD ELECTRICAL Elona Bosboom

LANDSCAPING

• Landscape Design & Construction • Retaining Walls • Drainage Solutions • Original Ideas & Professional Service • Structural Landscaper’s Licence 893465

for prompt reliable service mini excavator & bob cat 3 tonne excavator & bob cat plus all plumbing repairs & blockages

Ceiling Fans • Safety Switches

HANDYMAN

Cooroy Handyman Service

CONCRETING Phone

JOBS TO $3300

PH: 0467 617 550

For quality service & efficient on-going support that you can depend on, call KARI ON:

CONCRETING

BUILDERS

Your Local HANDYMAN on the Sunshine Coast

• Sales - computers, laptops & components • Maintenance, service, repairs, virus removal, upgrades & security • Network & data recovery specialist Established locally since 2002

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Servicing the Sunshine Coast

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PLUMBING

Cooroy Plumbing Services RELIABILITY is our TRADEMARK All Plumbing, Drainage & Gas Fitting For a fast, friendly & efficient service

Call 5442 6788

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After hours & weekends 0418 711 438 QBSA No: 50098

PAINTING

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TELEVISION / ANTENNA

SWIFT SKIPS

1 Jarrah St. Cooroy

• 2 mtr • 4 mtr • 6 mtr Locally owned and operated

Phone: 5442 5844 Mobile: 0417 786 776 SEPTIC TANK

TREE SURGEON

SUTTON’S CLEANING SERVICE

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dip ARB/HORT,LLB

PH: 0409 278 659

For a Quality Finish Call Mark

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0403 264 048

PH: 5447 6477

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0418 713 244

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BSA 727850

PAINTING

PLUMBING

Brad Pentelow PLUMBING, DRAINING & GAS FITTING QBSA LIC NO: 044 507 CONTRACTOR

Clayton J Francis QBSA LIC NO 531482

MEMBER MASTER PAINTERS AUSTRALIA PO Box 17, Cooroy Qld 4563

PH: 5447 7383 - Mobile: 0418 715 114 Email:francps@bigpond.net.au

PAINTING

0427 471 954 •Maintenance • New Homes • Renovations • Roofing

0409 064 871 - 5485 1972

Steve Pont

Slashing

• Large & Small acreages • Experienced Owner/Operator

For your next Slashing job call Slasher Steve

SERVICING ALL AREAS

Tenzing Tree Climbing Services • • • •

Felling Crown Reductions Detailing/Trimming Removals

• • • •

Mulching Firewood Full Insurance Qualified Advice

Brett Gowen

0422 868 911 - 5441 5997

0408 915 124

PUMPS

SLASHING

TREE SURGEON

Bruce Forsyth

SLASHING & MOWING

Steve Jackson

SALES & SERVICE QBSA 1129706

• Domestic & Commercial • New & Repaints • Specialising in • Queenslander’s - decks & all timber coatings • Roof painting & restoration • High pressure cleaning

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TREE SERVICES • • • •

ALL PUMP REPAIRS AGENTS FOR • DAB • ONGA Unit 1/25 Garnet St, Cooroy Call Bruce

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PEST CONTROL

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• Engraving & Laser Engraving • Embroidery • Sports Awards/Trophies • Customised Stamps • Name Badges/ID Cards • Promotional Items

• Pressure Pumps • Solar Pumps • Bore Pumps • Pool Pumps • Windmills & Tanks • Irrigation Contact Scott on

5447 6832 - 0499 019 887

PHONE: 5449 8887

7A Diamond Street Cooroy

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PHONE & COMPUTER CONNECTIONS

RENDERING

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PHONE PAUL 0403 219 606

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Rendering Services

Servicing all Local Areas • All Render Finishes • All Render Repairs • Exterior Painting • Domestic & Commercial

0498 534 262

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Paul Best Digital

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Installations

• TV Antennas • Tuning and Set up • TV • Recorders • HiFi

Prompt Service PH: 0413 699 572

Stan Kidd

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sport Dolphins achieve personal bests at State swim meet

COOROY RAG The weekend of 18th & 19 th February was the 2017 Ronald McDonalds House Charities State swimming meet at the Chandler sport complex in Brisbane. With 1900 competitors from across the state of Queensland & Overseas. Cooroy Dolphins Swimming Club had their largest amount of swimmers attend with 14 swimmers competing in 34 events.

It shows that the Noosa hinterland is providing a healthy calibre of swimmers.

For 8 of the 14 swimmers it was their first time competing at State level. We had 2 Swimmers in the Top 10 with Tomas Wright placing 9th in the Boys 11 years 50 meter Breaststroke and Coach Andrew Cowan Placing 7th in the Men’s Open 50 Meter Butterfly and 8th in the Men’s Open 50 Meter Freestyle.

It was also the first time in 5 years a swimmer has qualified for the club in an Opens event. Ethan Druce made the Qualifying time for Open Men’s 50 Meter Breaststroke and finished

in overall position in the state at 29th with a personal best.

All the 14 swimmers received personal best times.

Joining forces ON Saturday 4th March the Eumundi Dragons Junior Rugby Union Club, based in Eumundi, and the Noosa Pirates Junior Rugby League club will join forces (across the codes) to raise urgently needed funds for the Jake Garrett Foundation.

This locally based foundation was established in 2013

by Helen Garrett after the death of her son Jake. The foundation aims to support families who are dealing with the burden of losing a child. They aim to create an environment of love and warmth and do whatever is needed at the worst time of a parent’s life.

On the 4th the two clubs will come together for an inter code match that will see their Under 13 players competing in half a game of Rugby Union followed by half a game of Rugby League. The winner to receive a shield and bragging rights for the next twelve months.

The match will have as a “curtain raiser” a game of Tag / Viva 7’s Rugby comprising players from the Dragons younger teams.

All involved will be charged a gold coin entry fee with all proceeds going to this worthy cause. Proceeds from the canteen will be included as well.

Games will get underway by 8.30am and conclude by 10.00am. A great way to spend Saturday morning in the beautiful Noosa Hinterland.

Coach Andrew Cowan quoted saying “All the swimmers that competed did a wonderful performance in the pool and I

couldn’t have asked for a better result”.

For more information about the Cooroy Dolphins Swimming Club or the

Cooroy Pool, call the president of Cooroy Dolphins 0437 512 271 or look them up on Facebook.

Get fit, have fun, make friends

Join Cooroy Tennis Club for Social Tennis.

Social Tennis Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 7am. Members $2, Non Members $5 and balls provided.

Contact Committee Members for more information, Fraser Bradley 5485 1942, Dorelle Goldsworthy 5447 6674, Alan Hodgkinson 5447 6270, Julia Walkden 5442 6776, Lyn Barker 5447 0182, Helene Charles 5447 6945 or Rajendra McHardy 5485 0450.

Dianne Peterson is the Club’s professional coach. Contact Dianne 5449 0021 or 0478 127 619 for private coaching.

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