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Festival celebrates 10 year ‘No Dam’ decision

2019 is set to be the biggest and best Mary River Festival to date as it celebrates the 10 year anniversary of the “NO DAM” announcement.

Held at Kandanga on November 9 from 11.30am to 7.30pm the festival is a day of music, art, food, children’s games and activities, education, local foods, environmental discussions and displays, workshops (including cats claw weaving), market stalls, interactive aerial circus, lantern parade and more.

This year there will be some returning festival favourites as well as some new faces including The Barleyshakes, David Flower, Carl Lynch Music, Asa Broomhall, Groove Samoko, The Sheepdogs, Terry the Great, Rubatuba and many other special guests who will be providing entertainment on both the main stage and roving acts.

And of course Skyfall Entertainment will be finishing off the night with another spectacular evening laser show!!

This is a day for the whole family to enjoy. Don’t forget to grab your tickets online via https://events.humanitix.com.au/mary-river-festival

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A-Frame advertising to stay A-frame sandwich boards remain, the annual approval license for signs has gone and the size of building signage in two key industrial zones will be increased under new proposals to manage advertising signage across Noosa Shire.

A revised draft Local Law on Advertising Devices has been given the green light by Council and went out for public input on Friday October 25.

This second round of consultation follows initial consultation on a previous draft that occurred over 7 weeks from late June to early August. Staff and councillors considered the feedback received from that first round.

Mayor Tony Wellington said the new pro-

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posed changes are a response to the feedback, and they strike a good balance between business needs and protecting the shire’s unique visual amenity.

“The look-and-feel of Noosa is our visual and economic strength. It’s integral to what sets Noosa apart. The very elements that define Noosa also underpin the Noosa brand, providing a competitive advantage to so many of our local businesses,” he said.

“As the Noosa Design Principles state, advertising signage should fit with the local character.

That’s what we are wanting to maintain with this revised local law.”

“In fact, we often hear that other shires are wishing to replicate what we do with respect to public signage.

Councillors agreed to increase the individual signage allowance for buildings in the Cooroy and Noosaville industrial zones from four square metres to six square metres on a sliding scale of .75 sqm per linear metre of building frontage.

Cr Wellington said this was in recognition of the larger size of buildings within the industrial area.

Another key difference from the previous version of the draft Local Law is the allowance of one A-frame per tenancy. Under the revamped proposal, each A-frame must be placed on the property or immediately adjacent to the property.

Importantly, A-frames must allow for a clear pedestrian walkway with a clearance of at least 2 metres.

The matter of real estate pointer signs was subject to considerable debate.

It was noted that a number of local real estate agencies had requested they be banned, whilst others wanted them retained. In the end, councillors determined to adhere to the previous proposal of one sign per auction or open for inspection, to be placed on or in front of the property.

The initial proposal for an annual license fee to

help cover costs of compliance has been removed from the revised draft local law.

“There was a view that Council was attempting to raise additional revenue through this licensing process,” Mayor Wellington said. “In fact, we were just trying to cover the ongoing cost of monitoring and compliance action by Council staff.

Nevertheless, we have listened to the reaction and determined to cover those costs in other ways.”

Tear drop signs will be not be supported under the proposed new laws. Furthermore, the new draft retains the maximum 50 per cent coverage of shop windows by signage.

“This reinforces a long-standing position of Noosa Council aimed at ensuring a high level of amenity and visual interest across our retail streetscapes,” Mayor Wellington said.

“It may even help business turnover? The meeting was told of a retailer that was asked to reduce the total opaque coverage of its shopfront windows, only to discover that trade improved significantly after making the shift to allow customers to see inside the shop.”

Cr Wellington said responding to the many submissions doesn’t mean that every submitter’s opinions can be accommodated.

“There were many viewpoints, and for every situation both pros and cons were offered. We have aimed to find a workable solution that continues to respect Noosa’s long standing approach to visual amenity, a framework which has worked so well attracting visitors, residents and businesses to our special part of the world.”

“It’s important to note that none of these proposed changes are set in stone. We are keen to hear the community’s views before we finalise the local law,” Cr Wellington said.

The public consultation period starts on October 25 and runs until November 15.

For Information and to provide feedback, visit yoursay@noosa.qld.gov.au

Commonwealth closing in Cooroy

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The Commonwealth Bank in Cooroy will close on November 29 with customers now having to travel 15-30 minutes to visit their nearest branch in Tewantin.

CBA Regional General Manager, Kylie Hall, said the Bank regularly reviews branch locations across Australia to help make informed decisions on where to open new branches, renovate or upgrade existing branches, and in some instances close branches that are not being visited as much as they once were.

“After a recent review, we made the difficult decision to close our Cooroy branch on 29 November 2019. We have seen a significant decrease in customer visits and transactions have halved over the past five years, with customers opting for other banking channels such as our mobile, online and phone banking services,” said Ms Hall.

“We understand some customers may be concerned, so want to assure them that

during the 6 week transition period, our branch team are on hand to help familiarise them with all the existing banking options available.

“Closing a branch is never an easy decision. We only do so after careful consideration of customer demand and the availability of alternative services.”

The closest Commonwealth Bank branches are located at Tewantin, Nambour, Gympie and Noosa Heads.

The Cooroy LPO Australia Post outlet is also available for customers to conduct personal and business banking transactions such as withdrawals, deposits and bill payments including passbooks during normal business hours. Customers can also access their accounts 24 hours a day through NetBank or the CommBank App. “We are also available for general banking enquiries, through our locallybased contact centres on 13 22 21, every day between 6am and 10pm,” said Ms Hall.

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Win $200 in Bentleys Great Santa Stroll

Christmas in Cooroy is celebrating 15 years and there are lots of surprises and additions to the festival this year and it looks like Cooroy Chamber of Commerce’s fabulous free event is going to be the best one yet!

One of the new aspects

for the festival is that you can win $200 by participating in the Bentleys Great Santa Stroll! All you need to do to be in the running is get your best Christmas themed costume on and join the parade on Saturday 7 December! Best costume

wins $200!

The Great Santa Stroll raises funds and awareness for the Leukaemia Foundation of Australia by collecting donations along the parade route. The first 50 participants to register can claim a free Santa suit or to be in the running for the

$200 prize if they wear their own costume.

The aim is to get dozens of Santa’s and Christmas characters to stroll up and back Maple Street as part of the Bendigo Bank Street Parade. Costumes can include elves, reindeers, Mrs Clause, Christ-

mas trees and whatever other Christmas inspired costume you can come up with!

To register for the Bentley’s Great Santa Stroll jump onto the website at www.christmasincooroy. com.au!

Water Refill Station

A big BOUQUET to the Tap Catz ladies who, instead of using their extra accumulated funds from the year for a Xmas party, handed over a $700 cheque last week to Harry and Jackie Kirk of the Black Mountain Rural Fire Brigade. The Tap Catz ladies dance in the Memorial Hall every Wednesday from 10am to 12, all welcome.

Community Water Refill Station to be installed in Cooroy at 17 Mary River Road Over the last few months in the wake of ongoing dry spells within the Noosa Shire and beyond and in particular our residents that rely on tank water, Unitywater has been collaborating with Council to provide a user pay water refill stations for domestic water users to cater for when water tanks run dry.

The location selected after an extensive search is 17 Mary River Road, located next to the RV dump point.

Unitywater will have their contractors on site over the next few weeks undertaking preliminary works prior to the installation of the water refill station.

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Jamie Whiteway is one of the latest members to join the Cooroy Pomona Sub Branch, which is very pleasing to membership officer Greg Holmes, as he has being pushing hard for younger Veterans to become involved. Greg said that membership in Queensland has dwindled from 36,000 in 2011 to 31 000 today and he fears for the future of the Sub Branch if this decline continues.

Jamie joined the army in mid-1998 and was just completing his training when he was deployed to East Timor on Sept 20, 1999.

What was meant to be a three-day stint turned into a 6 month stay, then another 4 months the second time over.

The East Timor conflict had a huge impact on Jamie’s life.

Jamie said he landed on a burning island ravaged by smoke, heat and destruction.

It is the only conflict where Australia led the deployment of its and allied troops.

11,000 Australian Troops helped return the country to the East Timor people.

Though Jamie left the army as a full Corporal in 2003, he returned to Timor recently in September this year for the 20th anniversary of the deployment of the International Force East Timor (INTERFET).

The anniversary was an opportunity to honour the role of the INTERFET mission in restoring peace and paving the way for an independent, sovereign and economically sustainable Timor-Leste.

Jamie says the he was happy to go back and though it was quite confronting to return to a place where he had seen such carnage the East Timorese people were overjoyed at seeing the Australian troops and they were treated like kings. He was humbled and honoured by the gratitude he was shown on the trip.

Though much has been done since the conflict by various organisations, Jamie says there is still much to do. Pre-conflict 45% of the population (400 000 people) was missing or displaced and although most have returned there is there is still rubble and burnt out shells of buildings sitting amongst the new buildings Like many returned service men Jamie isn’t keen to talk about his experience in too much detail and has had PTSD problems surface in the last few years which he says led him to find out about the RSL Sub Branch, and subsequently join.

“The Sub Branch members are all ex-service people and understand the uniqueness of serving in the armed forces. We all speak the ‘same language’ and are able to offer help ‘reading from the same page’,” says Jamie.

Until a few years ago Jaimie worked for a big oil company but has now settled in Cooroy with his wife and two young daughters and is growing honey. This has allowed him to volunteer some time at the Sub Branch.

Greg is happy to have Jamie volunteer, but stresses there is no need to put your hand up to do anything once you join. He understands full well that most ex service men and women are time poor, holding down jobs and raising families and there is no pressure to volunteer in any capacity, it’s just a good support network which is a great benefit for everyone.

For more information on the Cooroy-Pomona Sub Branch email subbranch@cooroyrsl.com.au or phone 5442 4723.

Jamie Whiteway catching up with a beer with Cooroy RSL Sub Branch membership officer Greg Holmes

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Noosa Council is currently upgrading a number of bus stops in the shire including the one in Emerald Street, Cooroy and EumundiNoosa Road. This includes new concrete boarding platforms to make them more disability compliant, plus new seats and bicycle hoops, signage and bins. The bus stops will be temporarily relocated nearby while works are underway.

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news From the desk of MP Marty Hunt

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Since our community consultation around the dangerous Cooroy intersections of Myall and Elm Street and Diamond and Elm Street, things from the Minister’s Office have been very quiet despite requests for updates from my office.

Last week in Parliament I formally asked for an update from the Minister in a ‘Question on Notice’. What are the plans for the intersections and what were the final results of the community consultation process?

The Minister has 30 days to respond. It’s important that I’m able to fight for what the community wants. As I said at the community forum - I’m here to represent you, not to represent Transport and Main Roads (TMR). To do that effectively I need access to the information that you provided to TMR, their analysis and their plans for the future.

This has dragged on for many years and we need to at least be identifying a suitable solution and working towards it. Rest assured

I will keep up the pressure.

On a lighter note thanks to the Cooroy Chamber and Tourism Noosa for the great networking night hosted a few weeks ago. It was a lot of fun being part of the ‘guest’ modelling team for Cooroy Country Wear and Jeanery. The event was well put together and a good showcase for the region. I look forward to attending some great upcoming events locally including the school’s awards, Christmas Scone Time and of course helping judge the Bendigo Bank Christmas Street Parade. Hope to catch you at one of these great local events.

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Which bank is here to stay?

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Cooroy locals have been trying to understand why another big-four bank has decided to leave town.

Change is inevitable and it’s never easy, but rather than sticking by its customers a decision was made

by CBA to completely close its local operation.

Customers will now either have to move into an on-line relationship or travel 15-30 minutes to have any sort of personal relationship with that bank and, needless to say, heads are shaking and the level of frustration is rising.

In 2015, the same thing happened in Pomona.

Since then, our Pomona Community Bank branch of Bendigo Bank has been the town’s sole banking facility. More customers have realised we’re a full-service bank, providing excellent customer service and living by the principal of feeding into the prosperity of our town, not from it. Some bigfour bank customers decided to remain loyal and have been driving to Cooroy to continue their banking relationship, and will now become further isolated.

Well, through inconvenience comes opportunity.

Far from being the Steven Bradbury of local banking, Bendigo Bank isn’t interested in winning business by being the last one standing. Your Community Bank branches in Cooroy and Pomona are not building societies or charities, they’re part of Bendigo Bank - Australia’s fifth largest bank. Everyone now has four good reasons to try number five. In 2002, we opened our branch on Maple Street because the people of Cooroy said they wanted their own bank. The change regional Australia is experiencing through bank branch closures is opening the eyes of more locals to the infinite possibilities Bendigo Bank provides through its 320 Community Bank branches around the country.

There are 10 branches on the Sunshine Coast alone, and three of those (Cooroy, Pomona and Tewantin Noosa) are in Noosa.

Our customers know we look after individual banking needs, small and big business accounts

and are competitive on all products. But most of all, they know we’re here to stay.

In April this year, we opened the new Tewantin Noosa Community Bank branch and changed the local banking landscape.

The branch provides a community centred facility where customers are welcomed, not discouraged from coming through the front door. Now in Cooroy, we’re about to do the same thing with renovations soon to start at 36 Maple Street. It will be an open, welcoming space and be completed by early December. It’s ironic that as one bank is preparing to leave, we’re committing to a bright future in Cooroy.

Our shareholders live here, bank here and believe in this town. Since then, we’ve combined with the Tewantin Noosa and Pomona branches to return more than $1.1 million to our local schools, clubs and organisations. Helping save Cooroy Memorial Hall and School of Arts and supporting events like Christmas in Cooroy, Cooroy Fusion and Noosa Country Show are all examples of this, but there are many other sponsorships just like these.

Why do we do it? Because it’s through our customers’ banking that we generate profits that go into supporting our community. It’s why our team loves coming to work each day and why we’re growing and changing with our community. We believe successful customers and successful communities create a successful bank - in that order.

So, if you want to bank where the customer is relevant and connected to its community, give us a try. Whether it’s in Cooroy, Pomona or Tewantin Noosa, you’ll become a customer, not just a number. Surely there can’t be a better time or a more compelling reason to change where you bank?

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With Sergeant Mal Scott

The Cooroy township is currently experiencing an increase in criminal activity which has been linked to a group of juveniles aged from 14 to 17 years. Some of these offences have been committed upon the town’s three schools namely our Primary and Secondary schools as well as the Noosa Christian College with significant damage caused to the schools amounting to between five and ten thousand dollars in damage. One school and a school vehicle were also broken into with property stolen.

These matters were quickly solved due to a member of the public reporting suspicious behaviour to Police and a quick response by Cooroy police located three offenders in the midst of a destruction rampage. The three youths have since been dealt with under the provisions of the Juvenile Justice Act. Other recent offences include three motor bikes being stolen from around town as well as a lot of graffiti being placed upon public infrastructure. A further three offenders, one being a 17 year old female have been apprehended by police and dealt with under the provisions of the Juvenile Justices Act for the majority of these offences however the behaviour appears to be continuing with a further 11 cars unlawfully entered on the night of the 20th and 21st of October. The majority of offences occurred around residential streets of Cooroy and also in the vicinity of Lake Macdonald Drive, Corkwood Place, Pearl street, Kauri St, Straker Dr and Wilkinson Crt, Cooroy. The unfortunate fact with all of these offences has been the complacency of the victims with all of the cars being left unlocked whilst unattended and in some cases property clearly visible and keys left in the ignition which represents a very easy target for these opportunistic type offenders.

Can I please remind people that whilst we still live in a very safe community it is absolutely imperative that we all take responsibility for our personal and property safety and also report suspicious behaviour to the police.

In one such instance a motor bike was stolen

and wheeled down Maple Street and over the foot bridge and out along Elm Street with four teenagers pushing it at 7.30am on a Saturday morning and not one member of the public thought to report this suspicious behaviour. It was only after some good local knowledge from police and the use of our CBD CCTV cameras that we were able to identify and apprehend these offenders and return the motor bike to the owner. The other two motor bikes have also been returned to the owners with the offender dealt with by Police.

Offences are mainly happening at night and in the early hours of the morning so please be extra vigilant and report suspicious behaviour and especially any teenagers acting suspiciously around the streets day or night.

Cooroy Police have been running the Cooroy Blue Light Discos for the past 12 years now which has proven to be a huge success with local police engaging and getting to know our youth with the vast majority being great kids with great parents.

It is disappointing in some regards knowing that some of our local youth choose to create havoc in this lovely community by thieving and damaging property around town. Obviously, these same offenders don’t know how lucky they are to live in such a great place as Cooroy so can I ask all parents of children and the community in general to call out this bad behaviour and not just ignore it which may be the way of larger communities. Be vigilant and lock your cars and houses and do not leave valuables in easily accessible places. Around the state property crime linked to juvenile offenders is on the increase and in particular sneak type offences where offenders sneak inside houses through unlocked doors and windows whilst the occupants are asleep and steal property including wallets phones and car keys which are then used to steal the motor vehicle parked out front or in the garage. It’s a sad statement but gone are the days when we can leave our doors and windows unlocked so lock up or you will become a victim of crime as 11 members of the Cooroy Community have just found out.

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Bruce and Denise Morcombe addressed students from NDSHS and Noosa Christian College Following the annual Walk For Daniel.

Bruce and Denise are very down to earth beautiful people, and great ambassadors for the Daniel Morcombe Foundation and child safety.

Students learnt about the 3 R’s … Recognise, React, Report Bruce talked about the online world and the difference between real friends and those people you have never met. Denise talked about safety networks and the Orbit Rescue game designed to protect 8 to 10 year old children from abuse.

The app can be downloaded onto a tablet.

Students felt privileged to have the opportunity to partake in such an important day.

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COOROY RAG Joan walks away a winner!

Joan collects her new pair of NAOTS from Wilhelmina at Cooroy Shoes and Accessories. Joan is a genuine lover of this brand, which is well known for its comfort and style, so she was excited to win this pair to add to her collection at the recent popular NAOT day hosted

by Cooroy Shoes & Accessories.

Orchid & Foliage society The Noosa District Orchid & Foliage Society next monthly meeting is 9th November at 1pm in the Tinbeerwah Hall. Come along each month and enjoy the friendship between like-minded people interested in learning how to grow and care for their orchids.Visitors more than welcome.

For further information please contact Valerie 0419 202 867.

news Choir donates $1000 to youth enrichment program The Pomona Community Choir recently donated $1000 in accumulated funds to support the Pomona Community House’s youth enrichment program for high school students at the Lawson Shed, which is run by qualified youth workers every Tuesday after school. The photo depicts community house president Lesley Mathews receiving the cheque from choir members, also present were students and youth workers.

The choir are also donating funds to the Pomona Primary School music program with a little concert on Monday the 11th of November 1.30pm The Pomona Community Choir is a fun-loving, vibrant, friendly choir who sings joyful, easy to learn songs from around the world in beautiful 4 part harmonies acapella style.

They welcome anyone who enjoys music and would like to try singing to go along and join them. This is are a community choir with members coming from all around the region, no experience necessary and no auditions. They meet Tuesdays at 6.30 to 8.30pm at the Majestic Theatre Pomona. Call Joan on 0419 517 869 for more info.

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Art in the Paddock The Pomona Railway Station Gallery is getting ready for our pre-Xmas Art in the Paddock event.

This is a great place to buy locally made art and craft pieces for loved ones as well as the vibrant atmosphere on the day at the gallery. Food and drinks available – the market also helps support the volunteer run gallery space. Come along on Saturday, November 23 from 9am – 1pm and get arty! Interested in having your own stall? Registrations close 20 November.

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COOROY CAR CLUB Every Tuesday from 1pm • $2 to play • Afternoon Tea provided New Players Welcome - Enquiries Alan 5447 6223

The SALVATION ARMY is holding their monthly Free Community Lunch on Tuesday the 19th November at 12:30 pm at 6 Bartlett Street Noosaville.

We will be celebrating an early Christmas Lunch All Welcome.

For further information please call the church office (07) 5442 4218

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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

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POMONA MEMORIAL HALL Every Wednesday Morning from 9am • $2 to play • Morning tea provided New Players Welcome - Enquiries Alan 5447 6223

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Research in Brisbane, also spoke of the importance of raising much needed funds for research and how through collaboration and technology global research into breast cancer is right on track to achieve The National Breast Cancer foundations goal of zero deaths one day.

A highlight of the morning was the raffle and silent auction. Thanks to the generous donations from all of the local businesses who supported the event and a big thank you to Mr Jay Balloons & Miss Donna for their donation of time and effort in decorating with their balloon display.

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The Raine & Horne and SPM Law Cooroy Pink Ribbon breakfast recently held at Saw & Mill raised over $7000 for the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

Ninety guests enjoyed a morning of delicious breakfast and friendship. Naomi Smith was the special guest presenter who very bravely told the story of her journey with breast cancer and importantly the beautiful life gifts and growth that she has received as part of overcoming her challenge. Dr Jonathan Beesley, breast cancer researcher from Queensland Institute of Medical

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dining & entertainment Everyone loves a Festive Frivolity at Cooroy RSL bush dance!

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Sconetime Tuesday 12th November 10am Swing waltz, Gypsy Tap, Sally Ann Cha Engagement Waltz, Progressive Barn Dance, Glenroy Foxtrot, Catherine Waltz & Midnight Jive Join local seniors in the Cooroy Memorial Hall to enjoy a scrumptious morning tea of fresh baked scones!

Open to all.

Time 10am Tuesday 12th November Cost $8.00 RSVP Martin on 0473 902 261 martin@sunshine coastfoodie.com.au Or Buy tickets for Mum,Dad, Nanna,Pop or Neighbour on https://www.trybooking.com/ZXLR

The Cooroy RSL have two cracker Christmas functions coming up that are always hugely popular as well as being sack loads of fun!

The first event is Santa’s Shindig on Friday 6 December from 6pm.

This is a free event that includes a visit from Santa and balloon twisting by Be Amazed Entertainment. It’s also Kids Eat Free night and is the same night that the Cooroy Christmas Tree is officially turned on. So it’s a great night to catch up with friends and enjoy Cooroy’s amazing festive spirit.

The Member’s Christmas Party on 14th December from 2pm is another free event with roving magic from 2.30pm to 5pm by Tommy Magic. There are great raffles and complimentary nibbles for members. This event is also open to non-members, but you may want to consider joining because at $5.50 it is a bargain price and gives you so much benefit throughout the year!

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if you are thinking of having a Christmas function for a community group, business or just to catch up with family and friends, the Cooroy RSL can offer exactly what you are looking

for.

Just remember these events are always fully booked, so to avoid disappointment contact Cooroy RSL on 5447 6131 and you’ll be sure to have a great time!

Cooran State School is holding an old time bush dance on Friday, November 29 from 5.30-9.30pm with the aim to raise funds to enable their school to finish air conditioning the school.

Featuring the rollicking bush dance band The Smashing Bumpkins, a Brisbane based country band with caller and character. The Smashing Bumpkins are going to help you dance the night away!

Come and join the fun filled night of food, pony rides, dancing and a chance to bid for some amazing prizes in the silent raffle, kindly donated by many local businesses.

The event will be held in the undercover court at Cooran State School, 31 James St Cooran.

The school invites all families, friends and local community members to this fun family friendly evening.

Food and drinks will be available to purchase on the night (with a licenced bar for the older kids) There will be pony rides, a silent auction and raffle prizes to be won. Plus, some good ol’ fashioned bush dancing!

So, strap on your boots, grab your Akubra, wear your best bush outfit and join us for a great night of fun and dancing!

Tickets are $15, children under 15 free and are available NOW to purchase, through Eventbrite Search Cooran Bush Dance in the search menu.

Just click on the blue ticket button to get your tickets.

Or Visit the Facebook event page @CSSBUSHDANCE (Cooran State School Bush Dance at h t t p s : / / w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / e v e n t s / 765969767171305/ They are limited so don’t miss out and not available at the door!

This is a community event with all welcome!

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dining & entertainment Parma for a Farmer this month @ Saw & Mill

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Throughout the month of November Saw & Mill will be serving up a $2 donation to Rural Aid with every chicken parmigiana sold. Parma for a Farmer is a great initiative to help our droughtstricken farmers and you can’t go wrong with this delicious, cooked to perfection dish from Saw & Mill.

Saw & Mill’s summer menu has also been introduced this month with favourite classic lemon pepper calamari back on the menu or try Paidakia – honey, rosemary and lemon lamb ribs or a Mooloolaba prawn and coconut salad. For dessert try their wattle seed scented crème brulee or sweet house-made Belgian waffles with berries and ice-cream.

Families are catered for with the kids’ menu offering delicious and healthy meals such as grilled hoisin chicken skewers served with chips and salad as well as plenty of activities to keep them occupied.

And don’t forget there’s free pool and Foxtel on the big screen as well.

Opening hours are Tues-Sat 12-9 with food available all afternoon. To book, call Saw & Mill on 5472 0907.

Bush Dance with a twist Saturday night 23rd November at Pomona State School hall 6.00pm to 8.30pm If you have never been to a bush dance now is the time to find out what all the fun is about! On Saturday night, November 23 from 6pm to 8.30pm Pomona State School will be holding a bush dance with a twist at the school hall.

There will be live music with Charles and Kirsten Bollendorff and supporting musicians Troy Rossow and Amy Sorensen.

Pomona School Chaplain, Paulette Gee, now in her 12th year at the school, is delighted to have the pleasure of working with these professional musos who have shown their hearts of gold at previous afternoon concerts by dedicating their time and talents to raising funds for the chaplaincy program at the school. This is the first time the

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fundraiser will be held in the evening and in the school hall where there is plenty of room.

“What’s different about this event is that we will be combining dancing with a concert and a few games for children to enjoy. This will open the event up for the ‘whole’ family including grandparents. There will be concert seating for those who wish to enjoy the music. Those with two left feet can also sing along from the sidelines,” says Chappy Paulette.

This is the third year that these professional musos have entertained the locals with their magical medley of music that everyone knows and loves. There will be a light supper included in the entry price.

Tickets at the door Adults $10 Family pass $25.

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Live life comfortably with Davies Furniture and Lazboy Linda and Mark Tunstall at Davies Furniture Court in Gympie are proud to stock a comprehensive selection of lift chairs including the sought after “Lazboy” Lift chair range. Lazboy Lift Chairs are the ultimate when it comes to comfort and in aiding those who have physical limitations to their ability to get in and out of a regular lounge chair or recliner. Lift chairs are cleverly designed to assist you to easily rise and be lowered again with minimal physical effort.

Select Lazboy lift chairs even offer zero gravity which positions the user to alleviate extra weight on the limbs for maximum relaxation and comfort. All Lazboy lift chairs are powered and are operated with an easy to use remote control. “It couldn’t be easier or safer!” said Linda.

In addition to the features you would expect, all Lazboy lift chairs have an extendable footrest, plush cushioning and are available in a large range of quality fabric or leather upholstery to suit every decor. Do you have limited space or budget? The Lazboy “Harbor Town” features a classy slim design requiring a minimum of floor space. With easy to grip hand rests, the “Harbor Town” provides the extra confidence you may need if you have difficulty lowering and raising from your seat. Several Lazboy lift chair models come in other configurations so you can furnish your whole lounge with pieces to match your lift chair. Linda added “We have a great selection in store. It is well worth a visit to try all the models to find the perfect Lazboy for your needs.”

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health Supporting your body naturally during everyday stress

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Do you ever wake up and wish you had more energy and enthusiasm to start the day? Do you ever arrive home at the end of your working day and all you want to do is collapse in front of the TV? Do you sometimes get through your day knowing you’ll soon be tucked up in bed again, away from the stresses of everyday life? Do you ever feel like you don’t have the energy to cook a nutritious meal for yourself and the family, and instead make do with poor quality food from a convenient but low quality source?

Naturopath, Shella Hall, from Maple Street Acupuncture & Natural Medicine says if you answered yes to the above, you may also wonder why this is happening more and more in our society?

The answers she says, are complex yet simple.

“Today we live in a fast paced, over-populated, high-demand 21st century where people expect more and more of you and your time, and our stress levels are constantly being triggered. So what is stress? Such a casual word thrown about everywhere, used everyday, and on the tip of everyone’s tongue. But despite its chronic use, be it in language or behind the scenes in your body, do you really understand what’s happening in your body when you allow the floods of stress to take over?

“When an event in your environment is more than the body is programmed to accept, then stress will be felt, and this is individual for each person, based on your personal history and processing

mechanisms, engrained memories, sensitivity of sensory inputs. So how does this happen physiologically?

“If your judgement concludes the situation as stressful, the hypothalamus in the brain is activated, which in turn messages the pituitary and adrenal glands by means of hormones, releasing cortisol amongst other hormones. This affects glucose stores in the liver, which is what regulates your energy levels, in part, inevitably affecting insulin too. Your immune system will also be temporarily suppressed whilst this hormonal play is happening.

“So you can see in brief, why stress, being hormonal in origin, can affect your energy, your weight and your immunity, as well as a knock-on effect on all other hormones in the body (as it’s one system), which includes your reproductive hormones, thyroid and mood.

“Don’t allow stress to govern you, but take control and govern it, and get the most out of living your unique life. Address your stress patterns by means of a professional naturopathic consultation, which will address all of the above mentioned cycles, and get you onto a path of health and happiness, higher energy and vitality, improved mood and immunity, using natural effective herbal formulas of the highest quality. Trust in the power of nature. Start enjoying your life how it was meant to be enjoyed.”

For more information contact Maple St Acupuncture on ) 5442 5526.

A new broom for your spring clean It’s an unfortunate fact of modern life that we are exposed to all manner of toxins; in our homes, cars and workplaces, in the air we breathe, the food we eat and the water we drink.

These unavoidable toxins can do a lot of damage to your cells through a process known as oxidation (or free radical damage), which also contributes to the ageing process. Sulforaphane is a component from broccoli that may help provide protection against the stressors of modern living thanks to its ability to clear toxins and reduce free radical damage, helping you and your cells feel healthier and happier. Dietitian and Naturopath, Jodie Persovic, explains more.

“Many vegetables contain protective plantbased phytochemicals, particularly those from the Brassica (cabbage) family such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage and cauliflower. These protective compounds (known as isothiocynates) contain sulphur, which can make them taste bitter or hot (they are also constituents of mustard, wasabi and horseradish). One of the more important isothiocyanates is sulforaphane. Broccoli has been called the ‘Queen of Vegetables’ for good reason - it is particularly rich in sulforaphane, and regular consumption is an important part of a healthy diet for a healthy life.

“Sulforaphane not only stimulates detoxification - the process of removing toxins from the body; it is a potent antioxidant as well. This means it helps

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to clean up your system and repair cellular damage at the same time. These actions are immensely useful, and sulforaphane from broccoli has been shown to improve a wide range of health conditions including autism, heart disease, type two diabetes, asthma, allergies, prostate problems and many more.

“Including broccoli and other vegies from the cabbage family in your diet is definitely a good idea. For stronger therapeutic actions you would need to eat quite a large amount of broccoli though; and additional sulforaphane can be beneficial in many instances. Taking broccoli sprouts is one of the most effective ways to get therapeutic levels of sulforaphane.

“The following tips can also help support your body’s natural detoxification processes and reduce oxidation: 1) Ensure your diet contains a wide selection of coloured fruits and veges; these are rich in antioxidant phytochemicals for optimal health; 2) Drink 2 L of filtered water each day to support toxin clearance; and 3) Get plenty of exercise. As well as improving cellular health and circulation, exercise encourages sweating which is a great way to detox.”

Jodie Persovic is the Principal Dietitian and founder of Nutrition Means. She is also a Naturopath and specialises in a wide range of health conditions. For more information call 0419 668 803, or visit nutritionmeans.com.au

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health Breathe easier this summer

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The sun is a-shining, the birds are a-singing but you’re just not feelin’ it ... we live such hectic lives, that we sometimes forget to look after ourselves.

So you decide to improve your diet and exercise more but every time you try to get out and active, you struggle to breathe ... you cough, you wheeze ... maybe it’s also time to give up those cigarettes.

People smoke because the nicotine in tobacco is very addictive! However, continual exposure to all of the other chemicals in the tobacco smoke can lead to many other serious health conditions.

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a good option to consider. Clinical trials show it may increase your chances of quitting by 50-70% compared to unassisted quitting – well worth a try.

So why should I use NRT? What makes it any better than smoking a cigarette?!! And isn’t it better to just quit “cold turkey?”

The main benefit of NRT is that it prevents cravings in a smoker whilst allowing them to abstain from tobacco; therefore you will not be inhaling all of the poisonous gases and chemicals; you will be using a product far less addictive than cigarettes; you will be able to reduce your body’s daily intake of nicotine gradually; your withdrawal from nicotine will be reduced.

Quitting smoking is such a personal thing, so it is important for you to feel comfortable in how you go about this life-changing process. Three of the most common methods for quitting using NRT include: Stopping smoking abruptly and using 1 form of NRT to control cravings; Stopping smoking abruptly and use a combination of 2 NRT products (patches plus gum, spray or lozenges) to control cravings; Stopping smoking gradually by using 1 form of NRT to help REDUCE the number of cigarettes smoked daily whilst preparing to quit.

Your LiveLife pharmacist can help to advise you on which method may work in your personal situation.

But it’s important to think holistically about your

lifestyle when choosing to give up cigarettes. You will need to support your body through this process, so remember: Try to fit in a moderate amount of exercise in your week (30 minutes per day); Eat regular healthy meals, making sure you include plenty of fruit, vegetables and grains; Limit your alcohol intake - it is important not to replace your smoking with drinking; Join a support group to help enable you to overcome the emotional and psychological dependence; Quitline is a telephone service available to smokers who want to quit.

You can call Quitline on 137848 from anywhere in Australia for the cost of a local call (except for mobile phones - normal charges apply).

Try to keep positive and motivated about quitting. You may attempt to quit a number of times before you stop for good, and that is ok. Try to think of previous attempts to quit as practise. Remember that your quitting success rate may improve by avoiding situations which tempt you to smoke.

If NRT is not working for you, please talk to your LiveLife pharmacist - they will ensure you are getting the most from your regimen and that it is the most appropriate one for you. They can also advise on other prescription/non-prescription methods for quitting.

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So much more than “just a nurse” People with Purpose in Our Community Norma Brooker believes she has “the dream job”. “It’s a job that’s perfectly suited to me,” she says. Those who have met Norma would find it hard to argue.

“Norma may have arrived as just a nurse,” says one of her patients in Cooroy. “But after visiting us for a few months, she left as a friend.”

Norma laughs when she hears this and plays it down by saying, “Most people are happy to see me because it means they don’t have to be in hospital anymore!”

For almost seven years, Norma (a registered nurse and Cooroy local) has worked for a company that provides “hospital in the home care” to patients on the Sunshine Coast. She explains how people would of-

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ten have to stay in hospital because they had infections requiring IV antibiotics or wounds that needed regular dressing. These days, with visits from nurses like Norma, patients are able to receive this kind of treatment from the comfort of their own homes. For example, patients with infections can now be hooked up to a simple infuser device and have their antibiotics dispensed intravenously over a 24-hour period, with the nurse visiting daily to change their medication bottles.

Norma has lived in the Cooroy area since 1990, previously working at Eden Hospital for nearly 10 years before starting her current job. She says the training and work experience she received at Eden turned out to be really beneficial. At that time, there was a very proactive Director of Nursing who was keen on getting the staff trained and Norma ended up managing all the wounds and doing the infection control. This, of course, was ideal preparation for her job today which involves dealing with wounds and infections on a daily basis. She has since become even more of a wound specialist, providing a service that includes the application of vacuum dressings and specialised drains.

One of the reasons Norma loves her job so much is because of the support she receives from her company. Not only do they give her the freedom and flexibility to spend more time with patients when it is necessary, but they also provide access to “a whole bank of other specialists”, including other nurses, doctors, physios, OT’s, mental health experts and so on. This means she is able to get advice and/or call others in should the situation require it. “The focus is very much on holistic care,” says Norma, and this sometimes involves sitting down and having a chat with patients, finding out how they are coping generally and discussing any other support they may need.

Norma loves the fact that she gets to meet “all these lovely people” and is able to nurse them all the way through until they get better. “I can focus on the patient, treat them individually, and pro-

vide continuity of care,” says Norma, which is something she finds very satisfying. A period of treatment can often take between one and three months so she gets to know people quite well during that time. She also clocks up a lot of mileage with her rounds taking her from Gympie all the way down to Caboolture.

When she tells patients around the coast that she is from Cooroy, she is amazed at how many people say, “Jeez, that’s a lovely little town!” Norma couldn’t agree more, saying how blessed she feels to live in Cooroy. “It really has so much to offer,” she says. “The library, pottery at the Butter Factory, a quilting society, tap-dancing! If you can’t find something to do in Cooroy, you’re in big trouble!” Then she adds with a laugh, “I just wish I had more time to join in!” Many would agree that Norma’s loss is our gain.

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real estate

COOROY RAG 117 acre property offers more than just a great feeling

What you have here is not just a beautiful home – and a potential business opportunity – but a living legacy representing 40 years of love and hard work.

Providing a peaceful haven for not only its owners but its abundance of wildlife – including koalas, platypus and kangaroos. The birdlife is amazing.

Since 1976, creek banks and gully’s have been progressively revegetated, whilst hillsides have become plantations of saleable eucalyptus and valuable rainforest species. The property boasts several rare and threatened species.

The house itself was built using local timber and hand-picked local stone. Polished hardwood timber floors flow throughout this naturally light and airy home, with the bonus of a separate, self-contained studio away from the main house.

The very best feature, however, is the way the home has been designed to make the most of nature and the absolutely breathtaking views. Every window delivers the perfect vista, be it the rolling green hills of Kin Kin, the pretty gardens, the trees or the wildlife.

That same attention-to-detail was also used to position the three verandas. Be it morning or evening, summer or winter, there’s a spot to catch the sun, find some shade and drink in those views.

If you work from home, you won’t find a better space than the top floor office here, offering mag-

nificent view across the valley and the hills beyond. With 117 acres to play with, and direct access to the Noosa Tracks and Trails Network, there’s also huge potential for an eco-tourism business, such as glamping, or a health retreat.

There is a garage with a ramp into the home, plus a separate large farm shed and machinery bay. The studio has its own carport, providing 7 undercover parking spaces in total.

At least 10% of the trees are koala feed trees, providing a safe refuge for this threatened marsupial.

Amongst the thousands of hand-planted trees are valuable mixed rainforest timbers and eucalypts, such as Gympie messmate, spotted gum and blackbutt.

The property also offers 3 dams one very large dam, 2 creeks, an abundance of rainwater storage and pumped dam water for irrigation.

The house has mains power plus 6 solar panels and a 1.4 inverter, solar hot water, wireless NBN and split system air-conditioning in the living area and 2 bedrooms.

Offering the feeling of total seclusion and yet, located just 1.5km from Kin Kin village, with its popular café, shop and Pub, 30 minutes to the Noosa beaches, there is only one like this in the world. For your private inspection call Phil Hargrave, 0417 750 507 Ray White Pomona Hinterland.

Resort-style home

Bed 5; Bath 3; Car 7 Set on an idyllic and picturesque 6.45 acres, this resort-style home offers superior privacy, with a four-bedroom home with office, in addition to an immaculate fully self-contained, one-bedroom guesthouse with wood fire heater and airconditioning.

The main home has a vista across the rolling green laws and tropical gardens featuring a freshwater pond, heart-shaped dam and rainforest backdrop.

Beautifully finished polished timber floors flow throughout and include a mix of quality Australian hardwood. Ducted reverse cycle air-conditioning plus ceiling fans throughout.

You are entertaining ready with a chef quality kitchen and servery to the outdoor entertaining area. Kitchen features incorporate Caesarstone counters, including an island bench, breakfast bar quality appliances comprising gas cooktop and

dishwasher.

A spacious open plan living flows on to the entertainment area and a huge separate media room provides options for many other uses.

The property includes a massive three-door American-style Barn with enough storage for boats, caravan or five cars – the options are endless.

Those seeking a sustainable lifestyle can work on being self sufficient with a chicken coup, vegetable garden and orchard.

This rural retreat is close to Lake Cootharaba for fishing, sailing and canoeing, as well as the Apollonian Hotel, only minutes to Boreen Point village and an easy 12 minutes to Tewantin and Pomona and about 20 minutes to Noosa Beach.

Look out for our open home times, to avoid missing out, call today Sam Hargrave 0425 777 121 or Phil Hargrave 0417 750 507 – Ray White Pomona Hinterland.

Main house, granny flat, sheds, pool & more

Bed 5; Bath 3; Car 11; Pool; 23 acres Offers over $930,000 This is your lucky day! The owners of this outstanding acreage property, close to Cooran Village, are ready to downsize, so now’s your chance to make it your own.

This 23-acre property ticks all the normal boxes – and then some, with spectacular views, a quality home, granny flat, sparkling pool, good grazing land, dams, sheds and more.

This is one of those properties that offers enviable peace and privacy, yet is just minutes from cafes and restaurants, a general store, fuel station, micro-brewery, train station and the primary school.

The infrastructure is excellent, with a long bitumen driveway to the house, lock-up undercover parking for 11 vehicles, sheds, an abundance of rainwater storage, a 5.6 kw solar system, paddocks, dams and more.

The main house is immaculate and full of natural light with the perfect north-facing aspect and a view of Mt Cooroora.

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rate, spacious, air-conditioned living areas. You’ll love the vaulted ceilings, slow combustion wood fire heater and low maintenance tiles throughout.

The home features wraparound verandas with glass sliding doors opening out from all four bedrooms and the living area.

The modern kitchen overlooks the pool and features stone bench tops, 2-pac cupboards and stainless steel appliances.

The fully self-contained granny flat is air-conditioned with a ceiling fan, wood fire heater and NBN. Outside, this amazing property just keeps on giving with a saltwater pool with beach entry, dogproof house yard, 2-car garage plus those spacious sheds that include workshop and storage space plus 15 amp and 10 amp power.

This unbeatable package offers 23 rolling acres, with 5 paddocks, 3 dams, a creek, cattle yard and vet crush.

All this just 20 minutes from Gympie and 35 minutes from Noosa Beach, with easy access to the Bruce Highway. This property must be seen to be appreciated, so please call Sam Hargrave on 0425 777 121 or Phil Hargrave on 0417 750 507 to book your private viewing time.

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COOROY RAG Noosa country charm done right

Walk right in ...

From the timber floors to the bay windows to the high ceilings, there is no lack of country charm in this home. The federation style build has all the old Queenslander features of days gone by but with modern finishes.

Nestled on nearly 4 acres in the Noosa Hinterland, there is space to kick back, relax and enjoy some peace and quiet.

Features: Master bedroom includes walk-in robe and ensuite; 3 remaining bedrooms with built-in robes; Open plan kitchen; Large verandah with multiple access points from inside; Modern main bathroom; Air conditioning and ceiling fans; Wood heater; Access friendly ramp to the home; 5kw Solar system; In ground pool.

Outside there is plenty of space to explore and take advance of country living. Entertain from the verandah with a view of Mt Cooroora in the background or start your own vege patch on the abundant space. You can even raise your own chooks in the established chicken coop. There is plenty of water for your gardens with the dam and amble space for the kids to play. The high set home gives additional storage space underneath with easy access from multiple gates.

Of course, being situated in Pomona, there are all the advantages of village living at your door step but with not too far to travel to the convenience and beauty of Noosa.

Book an inspection today, the character and position of this property will have you impressed without a doubt.

Priced at $695,000. Contact our agent Wayne Colley on 0447 748 408 from Raine & Horne Noosa Hinterland for more information or to arrange to view this property or drop in to see one of our friendly staff at 16a Maple Street, Cooroy or 8 Reserve Street, Pomona.

Located in one of the quieter streets in town, this near new four bedroom, two bathroom home is the ideal family property or the “easy care” base to travel. The home enjoys open plan living areas that flow freely through the large stacker doors to the spacious outdoor entertaining area. Here you can entertain friends for hours or just simply relax and take in the peaceful backdrop of the native reserve.

The home contains three good sized bedrooms with the fourth being utilised as a central media room, the master with ensuite and walk in robe also enjoys the easterly view overlooking the reserve. Classic kitchen with wrap around stone benchtops, stainless appliances, ample storage and a great walk in pantry.

The double garage includes separate laundry area with easy access to the home. While the generous almost untouched block allows for the addition of sheds or room for a van.

This property is conveniently located just a short drive or walking distance to shops and to schools.

Priced at $560,000. Contact our agent Michael Robinson on 0431 865 616 from Raine & Horne Noosa Hinterland for more information or to arrange to view this property or drop in to see one of our friendly staff at 16a Maple Street, Cooroy or 8 Reserve Street, Pomona.

A picture is worth a thousand words With the number of properties a buyer will see, it is crucial that the opportunity you have with that ‘first impression’, is not undervalued or wasted. The more desirable your property appears, the better your sale price is likely to be.

When you are presenting a property to the market, step into the shoes of the buyer and see what they see when they first get out to the car to enter the home. Maximise your homes’ curb appeal to attract your ideal buyer. Many people will driveby your home before deciding whether to inspect it on the open for inspection day, so it is important to create the best street appeal possible.

What you are doing is selling a dream, you want people to imagine living there. Not many people may actually in reality live like the way it is styled, but everyone probably aspires to.

If you don’t want to spend the money on a professional stylist, here are some simple tips to potentially add value: - Maximise the light in your home by bringing in as much natural light as possible by drawing back all the curtains and opening the blinds. In rooms without natural light, create a natural ambience with lamps strategically placed to highlight some small element e.g. fresh flowers - Use a high-pressure washer to clean the driveways, paths and exterior of the home to give a fresh, clean look.

- Add fresh mulch to the garden beds, remove any weeds - Touch up paintwork or repaint as necessary.

Buyers quite often like to move into a home without the need for any initial repairs. Many buyers don’t want to put more money and effort into a project after having already gone through the lengthy process of purchasing a home.

- Clean windows & mirrors to add sparkle and allow light to flow in.

- Set up an outdoor setting to show how the garden/entertaining areas can be used on lazy Sunday afternoon. Place a tablecloth or set the scene for lunch with a bread board and wine glasses.

- Replace or get carpets cleaned, so they smell fresh and look clean.

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house being their house – and it’s difficult for them to do that with all your personal items marking the territory as yours.

- Simplify the décor so it flows easily from room to room and encourages potential buyers to want to move further into the home. Give away what you can, throw away as much as possible of what remains, and then pack the rest to get it ready to move.

- If you’ve been thinking about selling your house, pay a visit to the builders display village and imitate where possible the latest looks with throw rugs and contemporary colours.

- Prior to having professional photos taken, walk around and take your own photos and then study them with the discerning eyes of a buyer. Sometimes this will highlight areas that need repair or cleaning that you may have just gotten used to.

- Finally, where possible make it easy for your agent to get their clients into your home – if they have to make appointments way in advance, or can only show it during a very restrictive time frame, you may lose those buyers that are looking to buy in a certain timeframe and they will likely just cross your place off the list and go show the places that are easy to get into.

The real estate market is competitive and can be facilitated by having a fully functional, aesthetically attractive home. Simply offering the lowest price on the block is not enough to make a lasting impression. When potential buyers are viewing several homes in your neighbourhood, you’ll want yours to be the one that stands out for the right reasons and ideally cultivate an emotional touchpoint with the buyer. If you are thinking of selling, I would love to help you. Drop in for a chat at our Eumundi office right opposite the markets or call me Rita Malone on 0434 140 940.

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COOROY RAG Immaculate, feature-packed family home

Bed 4; Bath 2; Car 2 Price: $649,000 You’d be forgiven for thinking this home in soughtafter Greenwood Grove is brand-new, with its immaculate presentation inside and out. Your first im-

pressions include hints of Bali, thanks to the feature timber side gate and two striking established pandanus trees. Stepping inside, the thoughtful floorplan creates easy flow from the open-plan

living area to the generous undercover deck, where you can entertain family and friends in style while enjoying your private, tropical garden and the gentle sounds of a water feature. Chefs will relish

the stunning central kitchen, with its European gas oven and five-burner cooktop, spacious island bench, wine rack, beautifully-tiled splashback, and walk-in pantry. For parents, the main bedroom is positioned separately, and features air-conditioning, walk-in robe, a TV point and a modern ensuite with twin vanities, toilet and shower. The other three bedrooms are carpeted with ceiling fans and builtin robes. The contemporary bathroom and separate toilet servicing these bedrooms is in pristine condition. A highlight is the media room, which will delight technology lovers with built in speakers (front, rear, centre and subwoofer), sound-proofing, two HDMI connec-

tions and a radio antenna.

Settle the kids in for a movie while the adults enjoy a peaceful drink, or perhaps vice-versa! Other features of this fully-fenced property include 5kw solar, security screens, multiple USB and phone connection points throughout the house, electric gate (with camera and intercom) and automatic irrigation to the garden and level, easy-care yard. With its impressive features and proximity to the schools, shops and cafes of delightful Cooroy, this home ticks all the boxes for anyone seeking a low-maintenance, family- and entertainment-friendly home. Be quick to organise your inspection with Robert Farley, hinternoosa.com.au on 0408 478 304.

Bed 3; Bath 2; Car 3 Price: Offers over $1,275,000 Nestled in the fabulous Noosa Hinterland this serene and tranquil oasis is

presented to the market for the very first time. A delightfully peaceful 69 hectares of cleared and timbered land providing endless

possibilities. The large lake like spring fed dam attracts an abundance of wildlife and provides the property with a permanent supply of

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51 GUMNUT DRIVE, LANGSHAW

PRICE $1.3 MILLION

Shangri-La in Cootharaba plentiful water. Jabirus and any number of water birds can be seen on the water from the home and nearby gazebo.

The perfectly placed and spacious contemporary home overlooks lawns sweeping to the water and boasts open plan living, large bedrooms, vaulted ceilings, a separate office and a screened outdoor entertaining area. Additional features include solar power, a huge butler’s pantry, ceiling fans throughout and airconditioning. The home enjoys floods of natural light and cooling breezes and there is a cosy fire for chilly evenings. The

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oversized three bay shed with an annex has four phase power and ample room for the handyman or gentleman farmer and his tools.

There is a separate worker’s cottage with its own water, power and internet connections. Options abound with the extensive cleared areas lending themselves to horses, orchards or hobby farming or just enjoy the peace and quiet.

Please contact Sheridan Hodgetts 0419 491 448 or Drew Fenton 0487 401 776, hinternoosa.com.au to arrange an inspection of your very own private paradise.

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• Beautiful 14.80ha (36acres) undulating land • 25 minutes out of Gympie • 10 minutes to Cooran and 15 minutes to Pomona • 3 good dams, one being spring fed • Clay brick 4 bedroom home • Two sheds for machinery and storage

248 TANDUR TRAVESTON ROAD, TRAVESTON

OFFERS OVER $725,000 L/N 7488

ONL ONLYY 30 MINUTES TTOO NOOS NOOSAA

Lifestyle property with income producing opportunity

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shops, frequently with overseas presenters.

Located opposite Cedar Pocket Dam and nestled in a

tropical forest setting with a large dam, and pecan, mango, avocado and citrus orchards the facilities include:

• Main residence (250 m2 under roof) with numerous bedrooms • 18 Solar panels and

4.6 Kw Inverter.

• Ablution block (showers and toilets), kitchen, dining area and hall • Accommodation block of seven rooms • Caretaker’s residence • Outbuildings include a number of sheds The 18.85 ha property is situated 15 klm east of Gympie and 45 minutes drive from Noosa. Not only is this a private lifestyle property, but an opportunity for the buyer to make this property an income producing property.

Give me a call ASAP to secure your appointment time.

Price: $685,000 Contact: Trevor Grady 0428 373 777 – Tom Grady Real Estate or email trevor@tomgrady.biz

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• 8000m2 parcel of land with a well-appointed home • 30 minutes out of Noosa, elevated and undulating • Large home with 4 bedrooms, 3kw solar power system • Set up for dual living, pool and entertainment area • 9m x 6m steel framed shed

13 MOUNTAIN VIEW ROAD, PINBARREN

OFFERS OVER $650,000 L/N 7386

LISTINGS URGENTLY NEEDED

Your Local Bloke in the Pomona, Kin Kin, Cooran, Cootharaba and Wolvi area is Trevor Grady.

Call Trevor today on

0428 373 777 or email trevor@tomgrady.biz for your Free No Obligation Appraisal.

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TRADES & SERVICES DIRECTORY AIR-CONDITIONING

COMPUTER SOLUTIONS

HIRE EQUIPMENT

GAS FITTING

HinterAir

• AIR CONDITIONING • SKYLIGHTS • WHIRLY BIRDS • INSULATION • AIR CONDITIONER CLEANS

•Sales • Service • Installation

CUSTOM BUILT PC’S FOR HOME, OFFICE & GAMING

LOCAL LOCAL & & RELIABLE RELIABLE

Maintenance – Virus Removal Parts - Upgrades – Networks – Installations

Troy Carrick

98 Maple Street, Cooroy Qld 4563

L137172

0490 782 1195 95 BACKHOE & BOBCATS

• PLUMBING • GAS FITTING • New Work • Renovation • Maintenance Work QBCC:1171644

Locally Owned & Operated

www.craine.com.au email : russell@craine.com.au

PH: 0421 792 236

CONCRETING

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Ph 5329 0059 • Mobile 0438 196 113

PORTERS

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

LANDSCAPING Rendering & Repairs

CONCRETING

All General Repairs & Maintenance Water Blasting Pressure Cleaning

SERVICES

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

Residential & Commercial

Phone Andrew

5447 0345 0409 212 142

Kevin 0498 534 262 QBSA Lic 1138124

QBCC 605970

BUILDING & REPAIRS

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

HANDYMAN

GENERAL

Bruce Forsyth

COOROY HANDYMAN SERVICE

BUILDING REPAIRS & STRUCTURAL ALTERATIONS • Over 40 years Building Experience • General Builder - New and Repairs • Structural Repairs and Alterations • Brickwork, Blockwork or Masonary: New Work and Repairs

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS CN 70343

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

LANDSCAPING

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

Tristan Rankine

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

Over 22 Years Experience

Sean Morrow

0411 312 284

PH: 0419858370

0408 713 261

Builders License 15046213

Unit 1/25 Garnet St, Cooroy

0427 764 038 cooroyhs@gmail.com

www.oneearthlandscaping.com.au

CAR PARTS

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

HANDYMAN

MOWING & MAINTENANCE

gregmilburn30@yahoo.com.au

Licensed Carpenter & Joiner QBSA 744858

TOM CARMAN

ELECTRICAL

PH: 0407 290 029 CAR PARTS

Servicing the Sunshine Coast

Your Local HANDYMAN on the Sunshine Coast No Job Too Small

JOBS TO $3300

ALL Property Maintenance with Your Local Bloke ALL Equipment - Excavation, Mowing & Slashing ALL Landscape Supplies ALL Pretty Bloody Good

tomcarmanelectrical@outlook.com LIC # 83119

PH: 0467 617 550

ianschumer68@gmail.com www.gildtonhomemaintenance.com.au

ALL WATER DELIVERIES Call, Text or Email Paul Mobile: 0409 470 399 - Office: 5442 8122 Email: pbgmaintenance@tpg.com.au

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

HOME CLEANING

MOWING & MAINTENANCE

Do you want your Home to SPARKLE?

HINTERLAND LAWN & GARDEN MAINTENANCE

• Experienced • Local • Reliable • References available

Elona Bosboom

Yard Work Also Available Call Lesley

0419 786 647 - 5447 7129 CARPET CLEANING & PEST CONTROL

QBCC Lic no. 1119365

EXCAVATOR • LAND CLEARING • FIRE ACCESS TRACKS • FENCE LINES • LANTANA INFESTATIONS • TREES & RE-GROWTH • STUMP GRINDING

SMALL ACREAGE & RESIDENTIAL MOWING • Gardening • Gutter Cleaning • General Maintenance

Russ Curtis

0417 775 383

russcurt1969@gmail.com

Adver tise your Trade PH: 5442 6699

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TRADES & SERVICES DIRECTORY PLUMBING

MOWING & MAINTENANCE

PUMPS

TREE SURGEON

Bruce Forsyth

COOROY PUMPS SALES & SERVICE • PLUMBING • GAS FITTING • New Work • Renovation • Maintenance Work QBCC:1171644

Locally Owned & Operated

PAINTING

Unit 1/25 Garnet St, Cooroy Call Bruce

QBSA 732 155

Steep Slopes NO Problem - if we can’t Zero Turn it we can Remote Control it!

ALL PUMP REPAIRS AGENTS FOR • DAB • ONGA

S E C I V R E TREE S

PH: 0421 792 236

0408 713 261

PLUMBING

SEPTIC TANK

TROPHIES & ENGRAVING

40 YEARS LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED

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

www.suttonscleaning.com.au

Phone: 5447 6477

4/10 Venture Drive, Noosaville sales@noosatrophycentre.com www.noosatrophycentre.com

SLASHING

TRUCK HIRE

SLASHING & MOWING

POMONA TILT & CRANE TRUCK HIRE

Electrical Lic: 70343

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

Clayton J Francis QBSA LIC NO 531482

Call 5442 6788

MEMBER MASTER PAINTERS AUSTRALIA PO Box 17, Cooroy Qld 4563

After hours & weekends 0418 711 438 QBSA No: 50098

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

PLUMBING

PAINTING

• Septic Tanks • Treatment Plants • Grease Trap • Oil Arrestors • Liquid Waste • Commercial & Domestic

Specialising in Domestic, Commercial, Industrial, New Work & Repairs For a Quality Finish Call Mark

DAVE RAYMONT

0403 264 048

PHONE: 5449 8887

TRANSPORTING • Cars • Machinery • Containers etc

Stan Kidd

0419 780 747

evanspainting@live.com.au BSA 727850

POOLS & SERVICING

PAINTING

SMASH REPAIR

WATER DELIVERIES

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

QBSA 1129706

No job too big or small Free Quotes

• • • • • • •

WATER DELIVERIES

We come to you . . .

QBCC Pool Safety Inspections Pool Servicing Digital Water Testing Pool Products Pump Repairs LED Lighting Insallation/Upgrade Pool Heating

PH: 1800 786 693

email: br.paintingservice@live.com.au

sunnypoolandspa@bigpond.com www.sunnypoolandspa.com.au

Cnr Johnson Court & Jarrah Street Cooroy Q 4563 Fax: 5442 5982 csr@spiderweb.com.au

PEST CONTROL

PUMPS & SOLAR

TELEVISION / ANTENNA

Noosa Shire Safe Homes

COOROY

0409 064 871

Termite RESCUE Trusted Local Technician

PUMPS & SOLAR

www.cooroypestcontrol.com.au

• Pressure Pumps • Solar Pumps • Bore Pumps • Pool Pumps • Windmills & Tanks • Irrigation

Treatments or Inspections

5472 0141

Contact us on

5447 6832 - 0499 019 887 QBCC 118 2646

7A Diamond Street Cooroy

Paul Best Digital

Antenna Installations

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

Prompt Service PH: 0413 699 572

10,000 Litre Tank Pool & Water Tank Top ups Locally owned & operated

Servicing Cooroy, Hinterland & surrounds

Kim R ohde Rohde

040 7 388 992 407

www.cooroyhinterlandwaterdeliveries.com.au

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COOROY AUTO WRECKERS & ENGINE CENTRE

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COOROY RAG

Cooroy awash with Pink

• NEW & USED PARTS • ENGINE RECOND • ALL MECHANICAL REPAIRS • CYLINDER HEAD REPAIRS • FULL FITTING SERVICE AVAILABLE • FREE WRECK REMOVAL

PHONE 5447 6033 COOROY MOUNTAIN RD, COOROY

MOTOR TRADERS ASSN OF QLD

Respected LOCALS servicing the Cooroy Community

Cnr Johnson Court & Jarrah St, Cooroy

Phone Tom & Debbie 5442 5088

The sky may have been grey but Cooroy was awash with the colour pink on Saturday 19th October, with walkers dressed out in weird and wacky pink outfits and the shop windows sporting pink objects to be found on the pink treasure hunt for Cooroy’s Pink Precinct Fun Trail.

Over 100 people got involved and raised over $1800 for the National Breast Cancer Foundation while having an absolute hoot doing it!

The event also raised awareness about the most commonly diagnosed disease in Australia, breast cancer that sees 1 in 8 Australian women and 1 in 700 Australian men expected to be diagnosed in their lifetime.

Many thanks to the volunteer organisers and

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generous sponsors Cooroy Chamber of Commerce Inc, Belvedere Newsagency, Cooroy RSL, Cooroy Future Group Inc, Noosa Council Cooroy Library, Cooroora Woodworkers Club, Cooroy Camphor Laurel, Cooroy Drapery, Cooroy Harvest Fresh, Countryside Realty Noosa, Wright Cut Meats, Katie Rose Cottage Hospice, Lakeridge Health & Beauty Cooroy, Hinteractive Physio, Hinternoosa Real Estate, Cooroy Country Menswear and Jeanery, Blue Brown Bag, LiveLife Pharmacy, Cooroy Shoes and Accessories, E Fitness, The Shed at Cooroy, SPV Accounting, Lou Lou’s Look, Cooroy Legal Centre, Noosa Springs, Cooroy Golf Club, Galah Home and Nova Star Productions.

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COOROY RAG

COOROORA UNITED FOOTBALL CLUB ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING November 27th @ 6pm at the Clubhouse Mary River Road, Cooroy All Welcome

Enquiries 0419 999 274

Noosa Hinterland Golf The most memorable golf and social experience

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COOROY 3 Emerald St, Cooroy 4563 Ph: (07) 5447 6061 OPEN 7 DAYS Monday-Saturday 7am-8pm - Sunday 9am-6pm

POMONA 3-5 Reserve St, Pomona 4568 Ph: (07) 5485 1297 OPEN 7 DAYS 7am-8.00pm Every Day

Specials from 6-11-2019 - 12-11-2019 - While Stocks Last

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