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THE FIRST WORD

CONTENTS 12

Quick chat

PUBLISHERS Anar Higgins Darryl Olson Michael Kramer Noel Olson

Fast facts

Cover story

Socials

EDITOR Richard O’Leary

Star style

News summary

Travel

My opinion

PRODUCTION MANAGER/ GRAPHIC DESIGNER Kath Hawkins

Technology

My body

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Ali Smith Carly Head

My life

My style

Business & finance

My time

Motoring

My Property Preview

TV guide/surf & fishing report

Crossword/sudoku/stars

The last word

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SUBEDITOR Leigh Robshaw JOURNALIST Candice Holznagel

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OUR STORY My Weekly Preview is a high-quality magazine delivering more of what matters to the Sunshine Coast. It features news, business, regular columnists, interesting facts and figures for that hot topic at the dinner table, motoring, socials, travel, health, lifestyles and more, as well as the most up-to-date information on local real estate. The magazine is 100% locally owned, which means we don’t just talk about being local, we are local, we live it every day. Delivered fresh every Friday. We’re also conscious of the environment at MWP – all our home delivered magazines are wrapped in biodegradable plastic.

merican columnist Bill Vaughan once said “The groundhog is like most other prophets; it delivers its prediction and then disappears.” Well, unlike the groundhog, and most prophets My Weekly Preview will stick around even after putting out this week’s issue with some fearless predictions for the Sunshine Coast in 2016. I have assembled some of the region’s best brains to get a clearer picture of what the next 12 months may have in store for us – some of the results will surprise, while others will shock you. Also this week you get to have a quick chat with inspirational lawyer and lecturer Simone Pearce, see who was out and about over the festive season in our socials section, and travel to Hanoi for its eclectic mix of the old and the new. In property we take a look at Bli Bli, a suburb which continues to go ahead in leaps and bounds. Enjoy, and I’ll see you next week.

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QUICK CHAT

A LAW UNTO HERSELF

Simone Pearce of Woombye is a lawyer, lecturer, mother, sports coach, boutique owner and board member who has championed the revitalisation of Nambour. FIRST JOB?

IF YOU COULD CHANGE ONE THING ON THE COAST WHAT WOULD IT BE?

My very first paid job was probably umpiring netball, though the shop assistant/ kitchen hand in the Buderim Bakery was close behind.

The transport infrastructure. Making Maroochydore the Principal Activity Centre yet making it so difficult to get in and out of has choked the Sunshine Coast. Visitors to Maroochydore cannot be bothered travelling to other places, people who live there are really trapped there, and anyone else wanting to get in there needs a lot of time and patience. We missed a planning opportunity to take valuable tourist land and develop it as such, and place commerce in a town like Nambour.

YOUR FAMILY INCLUDES. . . My husband Scott, my beautiful children Grace and Jude, and Kirby, the very large reject guide dog Labrador.

WHAT ARE YOU CURRENTLY WORKING ON? I am just completing my Masters in Law through Melbourne Uni and have applied for a PhD in Law examining the access to and treatment of children with disabilities in sport. I hope to influence changes to the discrimination law that applies. I’m also preparing to teach Family Law and Sports Law at the University of the Sunshine Coast in 2016.

BEST DAY IN YOUR LIFE? Will be today.

YOUR GREATEST REGRET?

The day I realised that our daughter had a chromosomal deficiency that explained her challenges and difficulties and that she needed me to be there for her. She was six-and-a-half. We had been living in the dark until then, but I had always known that there was something going on and that she needed more help. I left my career as a partner in a law firm, where I had worked for 20 years, to be available for our children more. It was a turning point because I realised I worked too hard, I was not valuing what was important in life and that I needed to find a better place within myself. Great sorrow and grief came from the realisation, but great freedom and a chance to gain wisdom. Grace was a gift.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED ON THE SUNSHINE COAST? Since my family moved here when I was starting year two, 39 years ago. I live in Woombye on five acres. We settled here because it is central and close to everything. We have lived in this area for about 15 years.

WHY DO YOU LIVE HERE? There is no better place in the world. It is beautiful,

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CAN YOU NOMINATE A DAY IN YOUR LIFE THAT TURNED OUT TO BE A TURNING POINT?

Not realising the potential I had for such happiness away from the safety of my original career sooner.

WHAT ACHIEVEMENT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF? I am proud of the fact that I was able to walk away from the safety of a lucrative career that defined me, and do what was the right thing for our family.

YOU ARE HAPPIEST WHEN?

the weather comfortable, it is relatively safe, and everyone who lives here appreciates the way life ought to be.

Playing sport - touch, netball, running, golf, tennis, anything really.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE PLACE ON THE SUNSHINE COAST?

People who don’t listen.

Aside from my home, I have always loved Sunshine Beach. I remember the first time I saw it and I thought it was the epitome of what a beach should be. Now, some 30 years later, having travelled and seen China Beach, J Bay, Bells Beach, California and the Mediterranean, I remain of that view.

Badly. I have a habit of being too determined and not letting go until I have changed things.

WHAT FRUSTRATES YOU THE MOST? HOW DO YOU DEAL WITH YOUR FRUSTRATIONS?

IF YOU COULD TELL YOUR 18 YEAR-OLD SELF ANYTHING WHAT WOULD IT BE?

WHERE DO YOU TAKE VISITORS WHEN THEY COME TO THE COAST?

Trust your intuition.

Montville or to Noosa, the Eumundi Markets, or Cotton Tree parks. They are the tourist highlights.

It is not what happens to you, but it is the way you react that defines you.

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HIGH HOPES

Economic growth, environmental action and cultural unrest are among the predictions for the Sunshine Coast in 2016.

“While not predicting a boom, I think the Sunshine Coast economy will progress strongly through the year”

t’s easy enough to make bold predictions in a new year, but it’s more difficult to say why and how those things will come to pass. My Weekly Preview has gone for the tougher option and called on its panel of experts to not only unlock the mysteries of 2016, but more importantly find out what things need to happen, and the secret to making sure they do.

MARK JAMIESON, SUNSHINE COAST MAYOR What is your biggest prediction for 2016, and how confident are you it will happen? That the Broncos will win the NRL grand final against the Melbourne Storm – my confidence knows no bounds on this one! What’s the most important change you’d like to see on the Sunshine Coast in 2016? I want to see confidence grow across our community about the bright future we have before us. Our business confidence is at the highest level in the state and I am keen to see positivity build about the value of what we are doing now and what it will deliver for us in the future. What needs to be done for the change to actually happen? 16 My Weekly Preview | January 8, 2016

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We each need to take responsibility for our piece of the future – whether that be through volunteering in our community, helping to conserve important ecosystems, sharing a positive story about our region with someone who does not live here or supporting our local businesses. Contributing helps build confidence. What’s the biggest risk for the Sunshine Coast in 2016? That nothing changes – in particular, that we don’t start to see more federal and state government interest and investment in our region. How can we prevent that from happening? By pushing our state and federal members to do more on our behalf. At the end of the day, it is the local community who put them where they are – our community rightfully expects something in return. Predictions for the local government elections? That is a matter for the people of the Sunshine Coast. We must never forget that very important fact of life. Do you think the state government will survive the year? Yes I do. And if there was any risk that it won’t, I predict we would see the premier call an early election. Who do you think will win the federal election?

Again, that is a matter for the Australian people. As a mayor, you have to be independent of political parties and be prepared to work with anybody if you want to get results for your community. The last four years have thoroughly convinced me there is no place for political parties in local government.

MIKE HEFFERNAN USC PRO-VICE CHANCELLOR What is your biggest prediction for 2016? While not predicting a boom, I think the Sunshine Coast economy will progress strongly through the year, particularly in the growth sectors of health and education together with upswings in our key existing sectors – particularly tourism – and with building and property also improving. I am very confident of that continuing. What is the most important change you’d like to see on the Sunshine Coast? I would like to see much better recognition of and planning for the rapidly changing demographic/ population makeup of our region. It represents a great opportunity – but we must plan and accommodate for this

change which is already underway. What needs to be done for the change to actually happen? Specific and targeted planning – involving not just government, and other agencies but the business and wider communities to understand and plan for ‘the new aged’. What is the biggest risk for the Sunshine Coast in 2016? As usual, it is one of apathy – our belief that because things are so good overall on the Sunshine Coast, things will always stay that way. We seem to believe that there will always be jobs and a healthy economy, and that the lifestyle and environment will always be as it is and the community will stay cohesive into the future. While we might all want that, it simply will not happen unless everyone is committed to those goals and does something about them. How can we prevent that happening? Individual responsibilities and community involvement and communication. Predictions for the local government elections? Too soon to know – hopefully we can get a bit more sophisticated than the fundamentalist development versus conservation debate. Maybe we should take the lead from our young citizens at the recent Sunshine Coast Futures Conference who thought the umbrella myweeklypreview.com.au

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mantra for our region should be ‘the world’s healthiest region’ – with ‘healthy’ not just being about physical health but a healthy community, healthy economy and healthy environment as well. Do you think the state government will survive the year? Not close enough to know – as is always the case, what the community and business want are certainty, stability and leadership. Who do you think will win the next federal election? Again it is too far off to predict such things – as they say, a week is a long time in politics!

BILL DARBY CALOUNDRA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE What’s your biggest prediction for 2016? 2016 will herald in a new era of cultural division in Australia, and around the world. The effect emigrating Muslims and refugees are having on western attitudes will heighten the racism debate, firstly in Europe and the US…#DonaldJTrump. People in Australia will weigh up the contribution the broader Muslim community makes to our society against the risks of home-grown radicalisation, albeit very much the minority. The Sunshine Coast hasn’t really been affected by this issue first-hand, but our time will come. As confident as I am this will happen, I’m less confident we’ll welcome our new Muslim neighbours appropriately. What’s the most important change you’d like to see on the Sunshine Coast in 2016? The Coast needs to reassess its attitude towards responsible dense development. The Sunshine Coast is going to grow whether we like it or not, especially with all the land around us being carved up. If the council doesn’t start making the positive case for smart

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well-placed urban density and innovative projects we could well end up being the Los Angeles of Queensland, a region of urban sprawl. What needs to be done for the change to actually happen? For an attitudinal shift toward economically sustainable development, the collective group of new councillors needs to unite in demanding a planning scheme that attracts the best and most innovative developers. At present, the Sunshine Coast’s reputation for highly prescriptive and heavily bureaucratic development guidelines see us continually overlooked by the big investors and major infrastructure opportunities. What’s the biggest risk for the Sunshine Coast in 2016? Our biggest risk is perpetuating the disconnect between the three tiers of government. This seems endemic here on the Coast. Time after time, we see the lack of agreement on what the priorities are for the region. It often seems like our politicians and councillors are more interested in point scoring for popularity through the media than collaborating. How can we prevent that from happening? Until such time as elected positions in some way become desirable to candidates who enter public life for altruistic reasons, strategic decisions and outcomes will remain motivated by self-interest and the need to hold on to one’s job. As an electorate, if we stopped using our councillors and pollies as punching bags and started taking a more pro-active role in contributing to our own communities, we might attract more talent to civic leadership positions. Predictions for the local government elections? There will be a disappointingly low level of interest in next year’s council elections. New candidates vying for seats will be few in number and will generally be of a low calibre. Mayor Jamieson will be confidently returned. People see that

he’s given 100% effort to serving the region in a statesman-like manner. Do you think the state government will survive the year? The state Labor Party will continue to hold government. The almost motherly persona of the Premier appeals to ordinary Queenslanders and Labor isn’t rocking the boat with any real change agenda. The LNP doesn’t have a popular leadership team. Popularity wins elections and whether or not LNP policies are any good, charisma wins votes. Who do you think will win the federal election? Malcolm Turnbull will lead the coalition to a solid victory in 2016. Despite his extraordinary wealth, he relates well to ordinary Australians. He’s a real person.

“... we could well end up being the Los Angeles of Queensland, a region of urban sprawl”

WIEBE TER BALS, SUNSHINE COAST ENVIRONMENT COUNCIL PRESIDENT What’s your biggest prediction for 2016? The world will see major movement on climate change at the corporate and government level. Australia will be increasingly isolated making it harder to attract investment and achieve foreign policy objectives. What’s the most important change you’d like to see on the Sunshine Coast in 2016? A stronger focus on design. Some major projects will commence and we have a chance to create a unique identity

that fits our lifestyle and place but too much of development is bland and boring and the opportunity can easily be missed without great design. What needs to be done for the change to actually happen? We need bolder leadership from our council in this area. Articulating a clear vision for our region that goes deeper than a bunch of motherhood statements. What’s the biggest risk for the Sunshine Coast in 2016? Changes to planning legislation at the state level threaten to erode our ability to make decisions for our region that allow us to preserve our environment and our lifestyle. How can we prevent that from happening? Council and community need to ensure that the state government understands that erosion of planning legislation is not acceptable. We will need to work with other communities and interest groups across the state to ensure the message is heard loud and clear. This will require input from professional groups (urban design, architects) as well as environmental and resident groups and organisations such as LGAQ. Predictions for the local government elections? The majority of councillors will be returned. Divisions three and nine will once again be the most closely fought. Do you think the state government will survive the year? Yes they will last the year. They are cautious not to make too many waves as they fully understand their precarious position. This is a good outcome as the ALP is returning a much needed focus on governing for the people of Queensland (as opposed to the businesses of Queensland). Who do you think will win the federal election and why? The coalition will win the federal election, the ALP policy platform may enjoy more support but no one wants to see Bill Shorten as Prime Minister.

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BUDERIM 9 CHALLENGE Sunday December 20 A record number of cyclists took the challenge of cycling up nine of Buderimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s toughest hills to raise awareness and funds for Sunshine Coast disability service, the Cerebral Palsy League. Winner of the prestigious Argon Law perpetual trophy was Josh Paix (17) of Burnside who is the Highest Fundraiser of the 2015 Buderim 9 Challenge raising $2,456.50. More than 230 riders took the challenge to get over it, with the event raising more than $16,000 in funds to support local children and their families living with cerebral palsy. Photos and captions: Contributed

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WOODFORD FOLK FESTIVAL December 27 to January 1 Woodford The 30th anniversary of the Woodford Folk Festival was a record-breaking event with just under127,000 people attending over six days. The perfect weather saw an increase in visitors who enjoyed a smorgasbord of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bestt music, theatre, dance, comedy, cabaret, circus, acrobatics and daily aily forums on health, politics and environmental sustainability. A revamped site with new venues es proved popular with patrons of all ages, making for a very comfortable able festival experience without excessive lineups and with an overall sense of harmony and cooperation amongst the many thousands of revellers. The 2015/16 festival is now being ing heralded as the best Woodford to date. Photos: Carly Head

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Aviation enthusiasts won’t want to miss the Queensland Air Museum’s Aero Engine Run Day on January 16. Visitors will have access to all of the museums exhibits, plus there will be engines running throughout the day. This year’s event will provide a special opportunity for people to purchase one of John Best’s prints, Australia at Last, depicting the arrival of the F-111 fleet from America to Australia in 1973. The prints are signed by Wal Walters, the RAAF pilot who flew the museum’s F-111C A8-129 on that historic day. Visit qam.com.au

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Gardening expert Maureen Simons, together with horticulturist Greg Jones, is set to launch a new collection of Costus ginger plants at the Ginger Flower and Food Festival. It will be held from January 22-24 at The Ginger Factory in Yandina and marks the 20th anniversary of the celebration. The new collection, along with other gingers making their first time appearance will be available to purchase at the festival. The event will also feature garden experts and live cooking demonstrations.

A SHIP WITH A STORY History lovers will be regaled with stories about the SS Dicky at Caloundra Regional Gallery at 4pm on January 15. Councillor Tim Dwyer says the recently launched Time and Tide – The SS Dicky Story film captured the historic relocation of the wreck. “This commemorative film was developed in partnership with the Friends of Caloundra Lighthouse and produced by James Muller featuring professional storyteller Gail Robinson.” Robinson says in her storytelling she uncovers a range of fascinating facts and invites the community to the January event. Bookings a must. Phone 5420 8600.

COLOR RUN COUNTDOWN The countdown is on for the third annual Sunshine Coast Color Run. Thousands of people are expected to brighten their lives on January 16 at Sunshine Coast Stadium. The event will feature the regular colour zones, plus a new shine area where participants are sprinkled with shimmer powder. The Colour Run aims to celebrate happiness, healthiness and individuality. It is an all ages event and tickets can be purchased via thecolorrun.com.au

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PARK UPGRADE The sixth stage of the Alexandra Headland revitalisation project has been completed with improvements including a larger grassed area, new revetment wall and upgraded beach access. Sunshine Coast councillor Chris Thompson says the works also included the installation of new park furniture and extension of the coastal pathway. “Unlike previous stages of the upgrade, much of this work can’t be seen and includes important operational infrastructure such as an improved stormwater outlet and electrical infrastructure.’’ Construction on the next stage is due to start early this year.

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Development records were smashed on the Sunshine Coast in November, with the busiest development period recorded by council in three years. The number of development applications lodged each month in 2015 was higher than during the same months in 2014. A total of 1278 applications were lodged in November – 361 per cent higher than in November 2014. Mayor Mark Jamieson said the surge in development was a clear reflection of confidence in the region.

SWIMMING SUCCESS The University of the Sunshine Coast’s Jan Cameron, who coaches the uni’s high performance Paralympic swimming program, was recently awarded a Platinum Coaching Licence by Swimming Australia. She is only the third woman in Australia to achieve the sport’s highest coaching accolade which recognises people who have coached athletes to medal-winning performances at the Olympics or World Championships. The award follows a successful year in which Cameron’s swimmers took home 10 medals and multiple world records at the International Paralympic Committee World Championships in Glasgow in July.

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anoi’s old quarter is brimming with life. A steady stream of motorcycles whizz by as we weave through the dense crowd of shoppers along Hang Dao. Above the narrow street plant-packed balconies poke from water-stained terraces that climb into the humid

afternoon sky. On the footpath an enthusiastic shopkeeper spruiks clothes that cover every surface of his little store. “T-shirt?” he asks. “Yes please - how much for the Tin Tin one?” A hopeless exchange of prices and frowns takes place before we settle

on a figure not much lower than the original. Hang Dao is one of the 36 famous streets in Hanoi’s old quarter. They are famous not only for their hyperactivity but also for the way each is devoted to a particular trade. There is a street just for shoes, for flowers, for jewellery and even for dried fish. Along Hang Bo we see rolls of colourful fabrics and every kind of lace, trim, zipper and button imaginable. It feels like a haberdasher’s dream. And as we turn down Hang Thiec the clang of hammers fills the air as tinsmiths work busily on letterboxes, kettles and other shiny items. The walking makes us hungry, which is a good thing - Vietnam’s cuisine, particularly the street food, is reason alone to visit. Earlier for lunch we opted for the popular pho: a fragrant rice-noodle soup with beef or chicken and fresh basil, lime and chillies. But tonight we try cha ca - a Hanoian dish - at the bustling Cha Ca Thang Long restaurant where it is the only thing on the menu. Turmeric-covered fish is grilled with dill in a hot pan at our table. We serve it up ourselves with vermicelli noodles,

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Hoan Kiem than meets the eye. According to local legend, a golden turtle emerged from the lake about six hundred years ago to give Vietnamese Emperor Le Loi a magic sword. With this sword the emperor grew strong and drove away the invading Ming army. Rare giant turtles are also believed to be living in the water today, while a two-metre specimen is on display at a temple at the lake. We stick with the aquatic theme and head to the nearby Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre, where the wobbly wooden stars splish and splash across the stage. From here we walk to the stunning neo-Gothic, French-colonial St Joseph’s Cathedral. We continue on to the inspiring Temple of Literature, the nation’s first university, dating back to 1076. It becomes clear Vietnam’s oldest city boasts a wealth of history and culture. It is charming and museum-like and should remain so, with development restricted in the old quarter. But unlike a museum, Hanoi is loud, full of action and incredibly fun. *The writer was a guest of the Apricot Hotel. For more information visit www.apricothotels.com

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re you savouring the slow pace of the summer holidays? Our family sure is and we are trying to get back to basics a little more. That means less rushing, less bustling out the front door and more ice creams, more trips to build sand castles at the beach, and more time to actually all play together. We are still recovering from a crazy year that was too busy and too stressed. Play is an art we are losing as a society. I do not mean sitting watching TV or letting the kids play on their iPads. What I mean is being involved in an activity that is the here and now. My kids were spoilt over Christmas. It made me feel guilty and cringe a little to realise how much we consume. There was a toy Furby for my 4 year old daughter from Santa. A Furby is a toy that links in with your iPad and talks and tells you it needs a shower and needs to go to the toilet and so on. It is actually a bossy and demanding little thing. It looks a little like a cute Mogwai from the movie, Gremlins. I thought it was the sweetest thing until I could not turn the possessed thing off at 2am as it kept screaming at me to take it shopping. I was going to decapitate my daughter’s Furby if it woke my sleeping kids. My daughter will sit and ‘play’ with this electronic toy for hours if I let her so we have had to have a Furby freeze and rules where the little critter can only be turned on for a short time each day. Instead we have been trying to

encourage my daughter to play old school games that do not involve her sitting looking at a screen by herself. We have finally opened jigsaws and puzzles and other games that require thought and provide much laughter. I have a lovely friend to thank for reinvigorating my love of games and for teaching me how to sit on the floor and use my imagination to play with my kids. Kylie Martin is a local speech pathologist who owns a business called Chatter-boxes and uses the art of play to help kids communicate. Kylie is actually a kid whisperer. “Play requires us to be in the moment, it requires us to let go of our agendas, forget about our to-do lists and resist the urge to analyse what and why we are doing this thing,” Kylie says. So back to our holiday. During the week we made a road trip to the Gold Coast to visit my father. He has a flat and square backyard with nothing on it but a hills hoist and a shed. He was worried my kids would be bored as he had no toys for them to play with. My kids laughed and ran for hours playing with a hand held hose and a red bucket as they attacked their grandfather with water. I stood watching feeling so happy. That damn Furby could never win a water fight.

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s 2016 gets underway, it is time to start handing out some awards. I thought it would be nice to combine my two favourite topics, music and sport to hand out the gongs for the previous 12 months. The Moving Pictures ‘What About Me’ Award - Robbie Farah. The Wests Tigers are a bigger disaster than the rumoured Bert Newton swimsuit calendar however the fact that he could be playing park footy for $900,000 this year, means Robbie may not be so hard done by. The Dragon ‘Are You Old Enough’ Award - Steve Smith. The new Aussie skipper had a wonderful year, over 1100 test runs, taking on the top job and hopefully getting his learner’s permit. For a man who looks 11, 2015 was a beauty, the only blot on his record was when he asked the ICC to change tea to little lunch. The George Thorogood ‘Get a Haircut & Get a Real Job’ Award - Nick Kyrgios. This moron was the talk of the tennis world in 2015 for all the wrong reasons, mixing bratty behaviour with some performances so poor Anna Kournikova was embarrassed. The fact that this knob is also sporting a bit of hair gear that looks like crop circles has only added to his all-round stench. The Enrique Iglesias ‘Hero’ Award - David Pocock. When the Wallaby that looks like he would have muscles in his poop isn’t getting arrested as he

tries to save the environment or single handedly stamping out homophobia mid game, this superstar is pilfering so much pill, that one of the weaker Wallaby sides scampered into a World Cup final. I’m telling you Marvel, stop clowning around with The Avengers and get this kid on the silver screen post-haste. The Taylor Swift ‘We Are Never Ever Ever Getting Back Together’ Award - Channel 9 and Cameron Smith. When 60 minutes interviewed Alex McKinnon, they had the chance to tell the wonderful story of a brave young man and the incredible family that is bringing him back from the brink, instead they used it to knife Cameron Smith. The Aussie skipper, chose the high road, flicked Channel 9 and led the Maroons to one of Origin’s biggest ever wins. Let’s just say I don’t see Smithy doing a guest spot on House Husbands anytime soon. The Simple Minds ‘Don’t You Forget About Me’ Award - Billy Slater. The Milky Bar Kid lookalike hasn’t been sighted since Origin 2 and with a slew of hot custodians such as Matt Moylan, James Tedesco and Roger Tuivasa-Sheck on the prowl, Billy will want to have a 2016 bigger than Matt Preston’s cravat budget.

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MIRANDA KERR TAKES COVER Model Miranda Kerr arrived back on home turf ten days before Christmas to a bit of controversy, with her nude Harper’s Bazaar magazine cover being pulled from supermarket shelves. Kerr brushed it off and got straight into her promotional duties, including personal appearances at pop-up stores for her skincare brand Kora Organics. Kerr uses Kora products on her skin but doesn’t shy away from non-organic products that take her fancy. Her philosophy is “80 per cent health-conscious and 20 per cent indulgence”. Her favourite (non-organic, very synthetic) perfume is Escada Joyful and her favourite lip and cheek colour is RMS lip2cheek in Beloved.

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RESET YOUR HEALTH Cyndi O’Meara says after a busy festive season it’s important to get back to basics.

he new year is a great time to think about your future direction and, for me, it’s also about coming back to ‘home base’ to reset after a busy festive season. Baseball players know that when they get to home base, they are safe. My house here on the Sunshine Coast is my home base. I find my home the best place for me to go and rejuvenate after a day at work or time travelling. It’s a place I feel safe, it’s a place where everything I need is available to me; comfy bed, good food, my special things and of course my family. I love my adventures, I love my work, but home is important to come back to and recoup. I was thinking about this concept recently as I also have a home base for the food and drink I consume. It doesn’t mean I can’t go on adventures and try new foods or eat out, but once I’ve been on my adventure I then go back to home

base, where I feel good and safe. So where is home base for health and how do you get there to recuperate, stay and get well until your next adventure? My home base is simple. I eat lots of greens and vegetables, meat, fish, chicken, seeds and seasonal fruits, as well as herbal tea, some nuts, coconut, cacao, unrefined Himalayan salt and clean purified water. My lifestyle home base includes swims in the ocean, walks, time with my family and friends, family dinners, time in nature, reading, meditation and quality sleep. Figure out your home base and visit it frequently knowing that home base has the capacity to help you live a full, energetic and healthy life.

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THE GOOD OIL ON OPEC Chris Harris is from Ord Minnett in Buderim.

he 168th meeting of the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) ended with a communique that made no mention of a production target. Essentially, there is no limit as to how much oil member states can pump until OPEC meets again in the middle of 2016 - barring an emergency meeting. Clearly, there was fundamental disagreement between OPEC members. But the lack of agreement to manage production is consistent with the view that key members of OPEC, namely Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait, retain the goal of defending market share, rather than supporting prices. To this end, there appears no

prospect for an immediate return to equilibrium in the oil market, despite the persistence of low oil prices placing pressure on the finances of OPEC member states. Ord Minnett envisages oil prices remaining under pressure into the first quarter of 2016, without a shift in the production policies of individual OPEC member states or other unforeseen interruptions to oil supply. Furthermore, despite more negotiations around a collective effort with non-OPEC producers, there appears little prospect of such a deal at this juncture. There was an explicit reference that cuts to non-OPEC production would help rebalance the oil market – a process that is under way, albeit gradually. Ultimately, the supply adjustment necessary for oil markets will probably come from non-OPEC sources, but only once they have worked through the start-up of new supplies from long lead-time projects. Of course, oil is not the only

commodity suffering from too little demand and too much supply. The same imbalances are occurring across the spectrum of metals markets. What is interesting is that suppliers are responding to weaker prices by dramatically cutting costs and applying ever-advancing technology. This means that supply cuts that would typically occur are not forthcoming and the marginal cost of production keeps adjusting lower, thereby supporting ever-lower commodity prices. Ultimately, doing more with less will eventually plateau, but in the meantime, the commodity outlook remains difficult.

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OZFEST COUNTDOWN There are only a little over two weeks left to grab your tickets for what is sure to be the Coast’s largest music event this month. Pop-up summer music festival, OZFEST, will be held at Maroochydore’s Waterfront Hotel on January 24. Premier headline acts include hip hop sensation and 2015 Aria Award nominee Seth Sentry along with indie pop darlings San Cisco. Melbourne based nine piece band Saskwatch and chart toppers Art vs Science will also perform. Tickets are $69 and available at moshtix.com.au

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 9 TAYLOR MOSS, Alex Surf Club, 4.30pm DREW WILSON, Lemon and Thyme, 5.45pm ETHAN EMMETT, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 6pm BEN CUMMISKEY, Solbar, 6pm NEIL TAYLOR, Mets on Kings, 7pm SHARON BROOKS, Alex Surf Club, 7.30pm WM, Maroochy Surf Club, 7.30pm POP CULT, Solbar, 8pm DAVID FLOWER BAND, The Yacht Club, 8pm DESTINY’S PLAN, One Up Bar, 8pm ISSI DYE AS JOHNNY O’KEEFE, TewantinNoosa RSL, 8pm BACKROOM VEGAS, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 9pm SARENDA, O’Malley’s, 9.30pm

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TODD’S GROG Todd Widdicombe discovers that sometimes giving up is the only way you can win.

drinking, swearing, eating fried food and watching funny cat videos on YouTube. It was the worst nine hours of my life. As we embark on 2016 my resolution is to stop lying to myself about making lifestyle changes. I plan to make better bad decisions. In a nutshell I’m giving up, giving up. So far it’s working pretty well. Although there was one hiccup at the Boxing Day sale at EB Games Gladstone. When the sales lady said “strip down facing me” apparently she was referring to my Eftpos card. Simple misunderstanding really. The girl was all good in the end. As were the police. They even chuckled at my Bill Cosby jokes. So as we crack open another year I want to wish all my friends peace, love and happiness. Who am I kidding? I wish you all a sex filled, booze laden 2016 and I hope you win Gold Lotto! Or at the very least a coupla bucks on a scratchy. As the new year dawns it’s time to reflect on the stuff I’ve learnt over the past 12 months.

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p.a.

Comparison rate

Megane GT Line Hatch

Clio R.S. Sport

(L1159)

$29,990

$27,990 DRIVEAWAY

Auto (L1209)

DRIVEAWAY

Megane GT Line Wagon (L1092))

$28,990 DRIVEAWAY

0% p.a. comparison rate available for new Clio, Megane, Captur and Koleos models ordered between 1/1/16 and 31/3/16 to approved personal applicants and 0% annual percentage rate available to approved business applicants of Renault Financial Services (Australian Credit License Number 391464) only, 36 month term. Excludes Government, Rental and National Fleet customers. Terms, conditions and fees apply. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the example given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate. Comparison rate for the purpose of the National Credit Code is based on a 5 year secured loan of $30,000 although this offer relates to a 36 month term only. Renault reserves the right to vary, extend or withdraw this offer. Not available in conjunction with any other offer.

12 WISES ROAD, MAROOCHYDORE Ph: 5409 4100 www.cricksrenault.com.au >Fully transferable 6 year/200,000km warranty provided by Garry Crick Auto Group. Vehicle must be serviced at any Garry Crick Service Centre in accordance with manufacturer’s handbook for warranty to remain valid.

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MOTORING

MAZDA MILESTONE

RENAULT RECOGNITION

Mazda Motor Corporation says the global production of new-generation of vehicles, featuring SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY and KODO—Soul of Motion design, has exceeded three million units. The milestone was reached about four years after production of the Mazda CX-5 started at Hiroshima Plant in November 2011. Mazda’s new-generation lineup includes the Mazda CX-5, third generation Mazda6, third generation Mazda3, fourth generation Mazda2, Mazda CX-3 and Mazda MX-5. These models are produced in Hiroshima and Hofu in Japan, Thailand, China and Mexico, as well as being assembled in Russia, Vietnam and Malaysia. Mazda unveiled the seventh model of its newgeneration lineup at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November. The all-new Mazda CX-9 three-row mid-size crossover SUV is a high-end model with predicted annual global sales of 50,000 units per year.

unshine Coast employee Warner Taumalolo was one of 13 apprentices across the country to be recognised for his hard work at a ceremony in Sydney recently. Taumalolo, who works at Cricks Renault in Maroochydore, graduated from Renault Australia’s Apprentice Program. It is Renault Australia’s third annual graduation event. Cricks Renault service manager Andrew Seeley says the team is proud of Taumalolo. “Warner has proven to be a valuable member of the team and has shown great enthusiasm towards the Renault Apprentice Program. “We’re thrilled to see Warner recognised for his efforts and look forward to seeing him develop his skills further as a key member of our team here at Cricks Renault.’’ The 2015 graduating class saw apprentices from 12 dealerships nationwide graduate from the three-year program. It was the largest graduating year since the program’s inception in 2012. Throughout the course of the training program, employees gain extensive product training and full time employment within an authorised Renault dealership. Renault Australia managing director Justin Hocevar congratulated the graduates. “Each dealership makes a significant commitment to the program by supporting the student in full-time

Warner Taumalolo, pictured with Cricks Renault’s Andrew Seeley, graduated from the Renault Apprentice Program. employment, dedicated training days and a financial contribution of $15,000 per student,’’ he says. “The continuing support of the Renault Apprentice Program by our dealer network is a testament to our dealer’s commitment to the automotive gurus of the future.’’

P.A. P. .A COMPARISON RATE*

On a wide range of great driveaway prices

Finance

FORD KUGA MKII AMBIENTE FWD AUTO

FOCUS OCUS S TREND HATCH

EVEREST AMBIENTE

Rear-view camera~ • Push button Start/Stop engine Bluetooth®# with voice control Stock # 502025

6 speed manual • Ford SYNC™ 2 connectivity system† Fuel efficient 1.5L EcoBoost petrol engine

3.2L Turbo Diesel • 6 speed auto • Full-time 4WD 800mm water wading+

28 990

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DRIVEAWAY^

24 990

DRIVEAWAY^

56 990

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Currimundi 5438 4888 | Maroochydore 5458 9777 | Noosaville 5335 8333

*Comparison rate for finance of $30,000 on secured Consumer Loan for 5 years. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees

or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate. Only available at participating Ford Dealers for qualifying new and demonstrator Ford vehicles, excluding Ranger, Transit, Falcon Ute and Mustang, delivered and finance approved by 31/01/2016 unless withdrawn earlier or extended at the discretion of the financier, with a 10% minimum deposit and 4 years maximum term. Finance provided by Macquarie Leasing Pty Limited ABN 38 002 674 982 (Australian Credit Licence 394925) trading as myFord FINANCE to approved Private buyers and Blue, Silver and Gold Business Fleet customers, subject to credit criteria. Fees and charges are payable. Full conditions available on application.^Limited offers available at participating Dealers. Private and Blue, Silver and Gold Business Fleet customers only. Stock may vary between Dealers. All prices are recommended. Ford Dealers and Ford Australia reserve the right to change or extend these offers. ~Standard on vehicles commencing production from September 2015. #Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc., and is used under licence. Some phones not compatible. †For Sync™ 2 compatibility visit fordsync.com +Achieved when maintaining a steady speed of 7km/h. DNA3269_HP

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PROPERTY PREVIEW

DELIGHTFUL DICKY BEACH SEE PAGE 47> Shop 2, 1 Emerald Street, Cooroy 5447 6888 ww.nlre.com.au EUMUNDI TOWNSHIP DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY OR CREATE YOUR OWN SANCTUARY Designated “Low Density Residential” under the Sunshine Coast Council 2014 Planning scheme. The land size is 7,519m2 - almost 2 acres in the heart of Eumundi. Improvements consist of a highset steel framed house built in 1974 with hardwood timber T & G flooring, granny flat, a 6x7m steel lock-up machinery shed, a dam and bitumen driveway. There are a variety of fruit trees and a few other surprises. The house is serviced by rainwater tanks and town water. This is flood free land, within easy walking distance to Eumundi, schools, shops and the markets, with lots of upside. Develop now or land bank and rent the house. Whatever your current and future property aspirations, DON’T MISS THIS PROPERTY!! Sunshine Coast Council report available upon request.

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INSPECT Contact agent AUCTION On site 11.30am, 30 January 2016 ROSS BELLINGHAM 0409 476 899 ross@nlre.com.au BILL LEBHERZ 0417 249 054 bill@nlre.com.au nlre.com.au/61528280

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PROPERTY

RIGHT PLACE, RIGHT TIME The suburb of Bli Bli has been talked about for years as the next big thing, it’s now starting to reach its potential.

ignificant investment in major new infrastructure projects along with a perceived lack of affordable land on the Sunshine Coast has seen stunning sales results achieved at a number of major property developments at Bli Bli this year. A combined 247 sales totalling over $65 million were achieved at Cutters Ridge Estate (76 lots) and Parklakes 1 and 2 (171 lots) representing one of the strongest years on record for the burgeoning riverfront community. The final 33 homes at the multiaward winning Halcyon Landing Over 50s resort sold out during the year and this drew to a close one of the developer’s most successful projects in south east Queensland. Project Director Chris Carley says Bli Bli has been a sensational location as the market has really embraced what the suburb has to offer including a 21st century neighbourhood shopping centre, a new 18 hole championship golf course which is all located just 10 minutes from the new Maroochydore

CBD and the beach. “Our Bli Bli project is the fastest selling over 50s community on the Sunshine Coast and there are now around 310 home owners who are happily living at Halcyon Landing,’’ he says. “We are now well down the planning stage of our next retirement living project Halcyon Lakeside which will be located at Parklakes 2. “Halcyon Lakeside will continue to provide wider streets and greener spaces

MONS 2 Mountain Top Court

BUDERIM 23 St Martins Terrace

CLASSIC QUEENSLANDER IN PRIVATE LOCATION

PRIME BUDERIM LOCATION WITH MAGNIFICENT VIEWS

Enjoy the indoor/outdoor lifestyle on a 2000m2 block in a quiet cul de sac in a picturesque and peaceful setting. • Spacious open plan living with high ceilings and timber floors • Both formal and informal areas open onto stunning wide covered verandahs • 5 extra large bedrooms - master with ensuite • Downstairs - entertainment/media room • Double lock up garage and office or small workshop • Sparkling inground pool set in private low maintenance gardens • Close to Buderim Village with its cafes and restaurants

You will instantly feel at home. Set on 750m2 with a north easterly aspect and right on the doorstep of the Village, there is a classic feel to this quality residence. Spectacular ocean views. • 2 spacious living rooms at entrance level • High ceilings, air conditioning, sea views and breezes • Kitchen with ample bench space and cupboards • Deck leads off formal and informal living areas • 3 bedrooms at this level, master with ensuite and views • Guest suite downstairs with its own entrance • Lift from street level; DLUG; gardens with reticulation

5 BED | 2 BATH | 2 CAR

4 BED | 3 BATH | 2 CAR

Inspect: Saturday 12:00 - 12:45pm Price: $1,195,000 Web: Ref No. 121338950 Marg Deighton 0411 399 514

Inspect: Saturday 11:00 - 11:45am Price: $839,000 Web: Ref No. 121487522 Marg Deighton 0411 399 514

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which Halcyon has become known for on the Sunshine Coast. “We have made a few refinements to our product and with over 450 metres of lake frontage, we think Lakeside is going to be very special.’’ Parklakes spokesperson Rob Midgley says 2015 was a year in which Bli Bli came of age. “At Parklakes 2 we released around 160 lots in three separate stages and the take up has been so strong that we have decided to release another 30 lots

in a new stage just before Christmas.” “Work on the neighbourhood’s one hectare central parklands which will include a playground and a café will commence soon and this will complement the existing 25 hectares of the community’s untouched bushland. “The final piece of the jigsaw is the new P-12 Catholic school and we are confident that an announcement will be will be forthcoming soon.’’ Recent REIQ sales data confirmed that the median sales price for homes at Bli Bli had increased from $340,000 in January 2013 to $440,000 in June 2015 and with the vast majority of land being sold to owner occupiers, the pressure is also on for those people looking to rent in the area. In the postcode 4560 – which includes Bli Bli, research indicates there is just 0.8 per cent rental vacancies which sits under the already low Sunshine Coast vacancy rate of 1.3 per cent with rentals increasing by 18.5 per cent over the past three years.

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PROPERTY

MOOLOOLABA VIEWS This a This apartment part pa rtme ment nt iiss lo loca located cate ted d in ‘84 84 The The Spit Sp it’ – an iconic building g iin ne xce cell llen entt Spit’ excellent condition which cannot be replaced as Parkyn Parade is now limited to 3 floors. Unit 25 on the 9th floor has a northern exposure, and is just below the penthouses. Panoramic ocean and shoreline views stretch from Point Cartwright, along Mooloolaba Beach, past Maroochydore River and on towards Noosa.

UNIT 25/84 THE SPIT, MOOLOOLABA 2 bed, 2 bath, 1 car Auction on site Saturday January 23 @ 1pm First National Mooloolaba 5444 0800 Jean Hamer 0419 034 500

homes and land for sale

Lot 14, North Facing Mackenzie Waterfront

Corner Duplex Opportunity - Eli Lane, Mackenzie

• Proposed Lot 14, offers one of the last few remaining direct waterfront homesites within our stunning Mackenzie Precinct.

• Proposed Lot 95, offers a rare duplex, development opportunity within our stunning Mackenzie Precinct for the astute buyer.

• This freehold lot offers generous setbacks providing you with diverse design & building options.

• This freehold lot offers generous setbacks providing you with diverse building opportunities.

• With titles expected within the next few weeks, this is a very exciting time for those lucky enough to have secured their homesite within our ﬁrst residential precinct across the lake. Soon we will see the ﬁrst Mackenzie homes being built and we can’t wait.

• Expected titles due late 2015, providing you plenty of time to plan and design.

• Buy off the plan today to secure this great waterfront lifestyle opportunity.

• A Material Change of Use Code Assessable Application will be required to secure duplex rights.

$428,000

Land 400m2 - 10m Frontage

• Buying off the plan now will secure this great investment or lifestyle opportunity.

$365,000

Land 411m2

space and style overlooking stunning water views at 8 serenity circuit, sunshine cove! Meticulously designed and built with a focus on lifestyle and the amazing views.

• Ducted air conditioning and fans throughout for year round comfort.

• Generous master bedroom overlooking the water with walk in robe, ensuite and balcony.

• Undercover timber entertaining deck with external blinds makes the most of its stunning lakeside and Buderim views.

• Three more bedrooms upstairs, two with balconies overlooking Sarina’s central park. • Entertainers kitchen with walk in pantry featuring stainless steel cooker, dishwasher and easy care stone benches.

open 10.30 to 11.15 Saturday

Offers Over

$845,000

• Spacious, open plan living downstairs with second lounge upstairs with lake views.

• A second private open air courtyard provides light and natural air ﬂow throughout. • Heated, saltwater swimming pool completes the package. • Yours to enjoy and own Freehold!

2.5

Call Scott on 0402 079 271 or Penny on 0434 006 144 SUNSHINECOVEREALTY.COM

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Exclusive Minyama Island Mansion 3 Minyama Island, MINYAMA This landmark home enjoys 29.3m of frontage to the Mooloolah River which offers deepwater direct access to the Coral Sea. A truly remarkable property ideally located on exclusive Minyama Island. • 1500m2 of prime, deep water riverfront land

• 3 storeys with lift to all floors

• Private master suite with its own sitting room, his and hers walk in robes and deluxe ensuite

• Tiered theatre room with projector and surround sound

• Outdoor entertaining pavilion

• Two full bars and separate wine cellar, billiard room

• Deep water direct access to the Coral Sea

• Stunning landscaped private grounds with lush gardens and inlaid lighting

• Zoned security system with separate control room

• 8 car basement garage

• Resort style pool

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Proudly marketed by Steve Turner

Shop 4 Dwyer House, 256 Nicklin Way, Warana. Tel: 5437 8806

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MOOLOOLABA

AUCTION

UNIT 25 ‘84 THE SPIT’

BETWEEN HEAVEN AND THE DEEP BLUE SEA Panoramic ocean and shoreline views stretch from Point Cartwright, along Mooloolaba beach, past Maroochydore river and on towards Noosa. Watch the boats come in and out of the harbour. Look at all the happy people on the beach! This is an amazing unit. ‘84 The Spit’ is an iconic building, in excellent condition and cannot be replaced as Parkyn Parade is now limited to 3 floors. With northern exposure, Unit 25 is on the 9th floor, just below the penthouses. The kitchen has been renovated but I am sure you could say generally a ‘renovation review is required’. Great on site managers to look after everything for you. Holiday bookings assured. AUCTION Saturday 23rd January at 1:00pm, On site INSPECT Sunday 10th January 12:30-1:00pm MOOLOOLABA 07 5444 0800 JEAN HAMER 0419 034 500 WEB www.fnmooloolaba.com.au

MOOLOOLABA

AUCTION

UNIT 5 ‘84 THE SPIT’

LISTEN TO THE SOUND OF THE SURF! This cheerful light and bright unit is right on the beachfront and we are loving it! Walk straight out from your unit, follow the path and you are right on the lovely beach at The Spit. Immediately you enter and know you are some where you can really relax – a lovely wide living area leads out to the balcony, with bedrooms on each side, each with its own bathroom. This unit is sold fully furnished ready for holiday letting. Experienced on site managers. RENOVATE, REDECORATE AND CAPITALISE. An opportunity you should not miss out on. AUCTION Saturday 23rd January at 1:15pm, On site INSPECT Saturday 9th January 12:30-1:00pm MOOLOOLABA 07 5444 0800 JEAN HAMER 0419 034 500 WEB www.fnmooloolaba.com.au

Beerwah - 5494 6444

Maroochydore - 5479 6600

Nambour - 5441 1344

Caloundra - 5438 2166

Mooloolaba - 5444 0800

Sippy Downs - 5450 1515

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PROPERTY

ALEXANDRA HEADLAND 9 WIRRAWAY STREET

MARKET TRACKER

$469,000 NEG

A list of what’s recently sold on the Coast: 18 MIRANDA STREET, AROONA $627,500 / 4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car RealWay Property Consultants Caloundra, Darren Ide

12 Sunnyridge Rise Buderim UNIT 17 “GEMINI”, 49 LANDSBOROUGH PARADE, GOLDEN BEACH $260,000 / 1 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Seaside Real Estate, Di Hurman 3/3 HOSPITAL ROAD, NAMBOUR $215,000 / 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Carolans First National Real Estate, Andy Sharma

What Else Could You Wish For? Sit back on your balcony and watch the world and boats go by or relax in the free form pool side oasis. • Furnished two bedroom, two bathroom apartment • Great layout with good separation between bedrooms • Overlook the lawns and out to the oceans • Furnished for holiday letting with on site management • Perfect for the owner occupier or weekender • Storage cage in basement • Fantastic on site facilities including gym, sauna, BBQ areas, formal and tropical pools Call for immediate inspection. INSPECT Saturday 9th and Wednesday 13th January 1:00-1:30pm MOOLOOLABA 07 5444 0800 PAUL ANGELL 0438 468 378 LISA ANGELL 0438 443 979 WEB www.fnmooloolaba.com.au

18 Miranda Street Aroona 12 SUNNYRIDGE RISE, BUDERIM $488,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Belle Property Buderim, Bevan Horsnell & Jan Withers

7 Koopa Place Pelican Waters 15 ARTUNGA PLACE, PELICAN WATERS $728,000 / Vacant land Seaside Real Estate, Denise Ruhle

UNIT 3 “CASA CIELO”, 47 LANDSBOROUGH

7 KOOPA PLACE, PELICAN WATERS

PARADE, GOLDEN BEACH

$730,000 / 5 bed, 2 bath, 4 car

$1,425,000 / 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Seaside Real Estate, Di Hurman

easide Real Estate, Julie Shrivington

*As supplied by contributing real estate agencies

Beerwah 5494 6444 Caloundra 5438 5213

Maroochydore 5479 6600 Mooloolaba 5444 0800

Nambour 5441 1344 Sippy Downs 5450 1515

Maroochydore, 7 Debwend Court

Central to Beachside and CBD – Prime Opportunity! This is a ripper tucked away in a tightly held cul de sac street full of OPEN HOME: Saturday 9th January 10-10:30am owners, so close and central to all prime Maroochydore lifestyle offers. VIEW AT: www.deﬁneproperty.com.au The potential to modernise further and proﬁt is looking you in the face.AGENT: Mark Osborne 0423 106 384 • Central beach, CBD and Sunshine Plaza shopping • Capital gains opportunity, tightly held cul de sac street • Young families, downsizers, investors, renovators. Good size yard • Huge outdoor covered entertaining area, perfect for summer fun 3 2 1+ 2 • Fenced with extra parking for additional vehicle or boat, all one level

Alexandra Headland, 44/16 Okinja Road

Manhattan Penthouse @ Alexandra Headland • New York style penthouse apartment • Panoramic ocean and hinterland views • Gourmet kitchen featuring brushed Italian honed benchtops • Extensive outdoor entertaining terraces • Master suite inc lavish ensuite and designer his and hers wardrobes • Fully ducted air conditioning allowing total climate control, CBUS lighting with iPad control, and full sized laundry and drying area • 3 secure car spaces with 3 large secure storage cages

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OPEN HOME: Saturday 9th January 11-11:30am VIEW AT: www.deﬁneproperty.com.au PRICE: $1,600,000 AGENT: Ross Cattle 0410 625 758 Jordan Barden 0422 990 824

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AUCTION DESIGNER DREAM HOME - MOOLOOLABA WATERFRONT 53 Neerim Drive, Mooloolaba This timeless masterpiece on the Mooloolaba riverfront offers a magnificent lifestyle in a highly sought after location. Expansive water views and cooling breezes provide the perfect setting for waterfront living, within close proximity to the patrolled beach and vibrant Esplanade of Mooloolaba. Entertain in style in this open plan design, with three separate living spaces, as well as a stunning undercover outdoor area, enhanced by a full outdoor kitchen and pizza oven. The contemporary finishes including oak timber floors, imported Italian marble floor tiles, cedar doors and window frames, giving this residence a warm and homely ambiance. This stunning modern home is a rare offering in this established location.

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Riverfront deepwater address Private pontoon/direct ocean access Modern designer home Top of the range fixtures Expansive river views Solar heated swimming pool

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4 Bed | 3 Bath | 3 Car

Auction: On site, Saturday February 6th at 2pm Inspect: Saturday 10-10.45am Karen Jones 0405 122 526

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PROPERTY

DICKY BEACH LIFESTYLE

CLASSIFIEDS HOUSES FOR SALE Real Estate

2/18 Blackall St, WOOMBYE

5442 1888

OPEN FOR INSPECTIONS & BEST BUYS PALMWOODS: 79 Petigrain Ave Sat 11-11.40 Neat & tidy 4 bedroom home in sought after Palmwoods. Established, quality estate. 2 bathrooms, large open plan living + 2 sep. living areas. Covered outdoor entertaining area. Close to walking paths, parkland & lake.

WOOMBYE: 31a Blackall St

RENTALS

Higher $400,000s Sat 11-11.40

1st home/investment. Prime position in the heart of Woombye. 3brm, 2 bathroom home, open plan living with high ceilings. Large kitchen, 2 x outdoor areas, single lock up $399,000 garage.

WOOMBYE: 92 Countryview St Sat.12-12.40 Acreage yet close to town facilities. Rare 1.24ha with quaint home comprising of 3brms, formal lounge, office and country style kitchen. Office could easily convert to 4th brm. Well established gardens, plenty of room $490,000 with plenty of options.

MAPLETON: 78 Spring Pastures Dr. Sat 12-12.40 1st class quality, stylish modern home,4brms, 2bath, 2car accomm + more secure car spaces, rumpus family room, extensive list of features. Geared for horse lovers.

Buyer Interest from $795,000 TOWEN MNT:149 Towen Mnt Rd Sat 1-1.40 Quiet lifestyle! 4brm, 2bath home, formal lounge, sep dining. Situated on 2 acres. Full length covered verandah provides northerly views. Pool, level grassed area, short drive to $595,000 shops/schools.

KIELS MNT: 282 Kiel Mnt Rd Sat. 1-1.45 AUCTION: January 23 at 2pm, on site Stunning views, unique home taking advantage from most rooms of the expansive skyline. 4brms, 3bath, 2 car + 2 carport. Detached multi purpose structure offering options! Prime mountain top residence.

ROSEMOUNT: 11 Woodchester Cl Sought after Woodchester Close. Small acreage established trees and lush gardens. 4brms, 2bath + 4 car carport. Living area that can create a ‘kids zone’. 1.2 acre block, spacious level yard. North facing verandah,

Buyer Interest from $800,000 Gary De Paoli 0408 731 412 John Pyne 0418 710 209 Kirk Patrick 0439 395 599

1 1 2 MERIDAN PLAINS $350pw Brand new unit in new area, close to schools and handy to all amenities. Unit offers air conditioning and ceiling fans, with lovely fenced lawned courtyard. Small pet on application. Available now. 1 1 MERIDAN PLAINS $365pw 2 Brand new unit in close proximity to the new Kawana Health Hub, schools, cafes and shops. Air conditioning, security screened throughout, fully fenced. Small pet on application Available now. WARANA $420pw 2 3 4 Break lease situation in a sought after location, open plan living, fully fenced backyard. Short walk to the local shopping village and Warana beach. Pets on application. Available now. BUDERIM $440pw 2 2 3 Leafy street with panoramic views, lovely brick home, easily maintained. Large back yard with a great undercover area for summer entertaining. Pets on application. Available 5 February. MERIDAN PLAINS $450pw 2 2 3 Brand new unit in new area, close to schools and handy to all amenities. Unit offers air conditioning and ceiling fans, with lovely fenced lawned courtyard. Small pet on application. Available now. MERIDAN PLAINS $460pw 2 2 4 Quality home located close to the school and family parks. Air conditioned, gas cooking, dishwasher, fully fenced, pets on application. Available 20 January. 2 2 3 KAWANA ISLAND $470pw This beautifully presented family home has so much to offer. The property has immaculately presented interior and features air conditioning and open plan living. Available 15 January. 1 1 4 MAROOCHYDORE $470pw This home is set on the second level and is ideally located in the heart of Maroochydore. Ideal for someone who works from home as there is an office space separate from the home. No pets, Available now. MERIDAN PLAINS $475pw 2 2 3 Brand new unit in new area. Unit offers air conditioning and ceiling fans throughout. Fully fenced, lawns and gardens included in rental amount. This unit is a must to inspect. Pets on application. Available now. MOUNTAIN CREEK $500pw 2 2 3 This lovely family home has a fantastic open plan design. Don’t miss the opportunity to secure this property. Air conditioning, designer kitchen, separate media/tv room. Pets on application. Available 13 January. WARANA $530pw 1 2 3 Here is the opportunity for you to enjoy beachside living. Fresh new carpets and repainted throughout. Large office, new kitchen, all with new appliances, split system air conditioning. Available now. MINYAMA $770pw 2 2 4 Don’t miss out on this waterfront delight, that has everything you desire and more. Two spacious living areas, outdoor entertaining over looking the water, in ground pool, pontoon. Pets on application, Available 22 February. PH: 5437 8806 www.platinumproperties.net.au platinum@platinumproperties.net.au

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Ideally located close to Dicky and Moffat beaches. Large executive style residence with a north facing entertaining and pool area. Spacious master with WIR, 2 BIR, dual vanities and large spa. Three good size additional bedrooms with built in robes. Three well appointed bathrooms. Quality kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Four living areas – media, lounge, open plan kitchen/living/dining and upstairs leisure room with kitchenette. Open plan kitchen/living, dining opening to the covered entertaining area via bi-fold doors. Large north facing inground pool with plenty of undercover entertaining. Fully zoned ducted air conditioning with security alarm and front security door. Large laundry including a laundry chute and plenty of storage throughout. Double lock up garage with drive through on one side. Fully fenced on 607-square metre block.

9 MACKAY STREET, DICKY BEACH 4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car Auction site on Saturday January 23 @ 1pm Platinum Properties 5437 8806 Steve Kealey 0437 935 369 Steve Turner 0412 679 488

25 NIMBUS DR, FLAXTON INSPECT SAT 9.30-10.00 AM AUCTION 6TH FEBRUARY, 2016 Mortgagee in Possession. 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom. Open plan living, double tandem carport, level block. GARY LANGFORD 0412 348 533 3 NIMBUS DR, FLAXTON INSPECT SAT 10.00-10.30 AM $410,000 Mortgagee in Possession. 2 storey home, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, on a good level block, double garage. GARY LANGFORD 0412 348 533 56 MCKENZIE RD, WOOMBYE INSPECT SAT 11.00-11.45 AM Priced to Sell!!!! 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom. Contemporary style open plan. Private cul-de-sac road. HANNES MARAIS 0411 743 354

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TV GUIDE

ABC (CH2)

SEVEN (CH6)

WIN (CH8)

TEN (CH52)

SBS (CH3)

FRIDAY

6.15pm Pointless. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 A Taste Of Landline. Hosted by Pip Courtney. 8.30 DCI Banks. (M) Part 2 of 3. 10.00 ABC News: Late Edition. 10.15 The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. (PG)

6pm Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. 8.30 MOVIE War Of The Worlds. (2005) (M) Tom Cruise, Dakota Fanning, Justin Chatwin. Earth is invaded by aliens.

6pm Nine News. 7.00 WIN News. 7.30 Customs. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Fracture. (2007) (M) Anthony Hopkins, Ryan Gosling, David Strathairn. 10.50 MOVIE Seeking Justice. (2011) (MA15+) Nicolas Cage, Guy Pearce, January Jones.

6pm Family Feud. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 23. Brisbane Heat v Adelaide Strikers. 10.10 The Graham Norton Show. (M) 11.10 Parky’s Favourite Australians. (PG)

6pm Poh’s Kitchen. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 MythBusters. (PG) 8.30 Treasures Of Ancient Rome: Pomp And Perversion. (PG) Part 2 of 3. 9.30 MOVIE Cold Mountain. (2003) (MA15+) Jude Law, Nicole Kidman, Renée Zellweger.

SATURDAY

7pm ABC News. 7.30 Our Zoo. (PG) George sets out to rescue two bears. 8.30 MOVIE Mystery Road. (2013) (M) Aaron Pedersen, Hugo Weaving, Ryan Kwanten. An indigenous detective investigates a murder. 10.25 Agony Aunts. (M) 10.55 Agony Uncles. (M)

6pm Seven News. 7.00 MOVIE The Princess Diaries. (2001) (G) Anne Hathaway, Julie Andrews, Caroline Goodall. 9.30 MOVIE Ghostbusters. (1984) (PG) Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Sigourney Weaver. Scientists become ghost hunters. 11.35 The Goldbergs. (PG)

6pm Nine News. 7.00 MOVIE Red Dog. (2011) (PG) Josh Lucas, Rachael Taylor, Rohan Nichol. 9.00 MOVIE Life As We Know It. (2010) (M) Katherine Heigl, Josh Duhamel, Josh Lucas. 11.30 MOVIE The Stepfather. (2009) (MA15+)

6pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 24. Melbourne Renegades v Melbourne Stars. From Etihad Stadium, Melbourne. 9.40 MOVIE G.I. Joe: Retaliation. (2013) (M) Dwayne Johnson, Bruce Willis, Adrianne Palicki. A military unit is framed for a crime. 11.50 48 Hours. (PG)

6.30pm SBS World News. 7.35 The Wonders Of Britain: Our Coastal Story. Part 1 of 5. 8.30 MOVIE American Beauty. (1999) (MA15+) Kevin Spacey, Annette Bening, Wes Bentley. A man tries to make his life more exciting. 10.40 RocKwiz. (PG)

SUNDAY

6pm Antiques Roadshow. 7.00 ABC News. 7.40 Grand Designs. Hosted by Kevin McCloud. 8.30 Vera. (M) Vera investigates a murder at a remote cottage. 10.00 20 Feet From Stardom. (M)

6pm Seven News. 7.00 The Chase Australia. 8.00 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG) Narrated by Simon Reeve. 8.30 MOVIE Total Recall. (2012) (M) Colin Farrell, Kate Beckinsale, Bokeem Woodbine. A factory worker goes on the run. 11.00 Autopsy. (M)

6pm Nine News. 7.00 60 Minutes. 8.00 Animal Super Parents: Going It Alone. A look at nature’s incredible parents. 9.10 The Mentalist. (M) The team loses one of their own. 10.10 CSI: NY. (MA15+) 11.10 Person Of Interest. (MA15+)

6.30pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 26. Sydney Sixers v Brisbane Heat. From the SCG. 10.00 MOVIE The Dictator. (2012) (MA15+) Sacha Baron Cohen, Anna Faris, John C. Reilly. An African dictator is kidnapped. 11.40 48 Hours: The Preacher’s Wife. (M)

6.30pm SBS World News. 7.35 Empresses Of Ancient Rome. (PG) Part 3 of 3. 8.40 Machu Picchu Decoded. (PG) A look at Machu Picchu. 9.40 Charlie Hebdo: 3 Days That Shook Paris. (M) A look at the January 2015 terror attacks in Paris.

MONDAY

6.15pm Pointless. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads: Queenstown. 8.30 New Tricks. (PG) A teen is linked to an old murder. 9.30 Miniseries: Exile. (M) Part 2 of 3. 10.30 ABC News: Late Edition. 10.45 Jimmy Fallon. (PG)

6pm Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG) 7.30 Tennis. FAST4. Australia v The World. From Allphones Arena, Sydney. 10.30 Marvel’s Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. (M)

6pm Nine News. 7.00 WIN News. 7.30 To Catch A Smuggler. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE The Italian Job. (2003) (M) Mark Wahlberg, Charlize Theron, Edward Norton. 10.45 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. (M) 11.40 Extra.

6pm Family Feud. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 27. Sydney Thunder v Melbourne Renegades. From Spotless Stadium, Sydney. 10.10 CSI: Cyber. (M) The team investigates a woman’s murder.

6pm Poh’s Kitchen. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 How To Build An Astronaut. 8.35 Trawlermen: The Catch: In At The Deep End. (MA15+) An insight into deep-sea ﬁshing. 9.30 The Tribe: The Bride Price. (M) Part 1 of 4. 10.25 SBS World News.

TUESDAY

6.15pm Pointless. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Kangaroo Dundee. 8.30 Restoration Man. (PG) Hosted by George Clarke. 9.20 Miniseries: Inside Men. (M) Part 2 of 4. 10.25 Jimmy Fallon. (PG)

6pm Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 The Chase Australia. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 8.30 Ramsay’s Costa Del Nightmares. (M) Presented by Gordon Ramsay. 9.30 Ramsay’s Hotel Hell. (M) 10.30 Chicago Fire. (M)

6pm Nine News. 6.10 WIN News. 6.30 Cricket. One-Day International Series. Game 1. Australia v India. Evening session. Continued. 9.00 MOVIE The Taking Of Pelham 123. (2009) (MA15+) Denzel Washington, John Travolta. 11.10 World’s Scariest. (M)

6pm Family Feud. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Territory Cops. (PG) 8.30 NCIS. (M) A US Navy ofﬁcer is found dead. 9.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M) An explosion rips through a ﬁsh market. 10.30 Limitless. (M) 11.30 The Project.

6pm Poh’s Kitchen. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Queen Victoria’s Children. (PG) 8.30 Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. (PG) An insight into OCD. 9.30 One Born Every Minute. (M) 10.25 SBS World News.

WEDNESDAY

6.15pm Pointless. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? (PG) 8.30 Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries. (M) A concierge is pushed from a rooftop. 9.30 The Musketeers. (M) 10.35 Jimmy Fallon. (PG)

6pm Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Border Security. (PG) 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG) 8.00 Motorway Patrol. (PG) 8.30 Criminal Minds. (M) The unit heads to Austin, Texas. 10.30 Marvel’s Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. (M)

6pm Nine News. 7.00 WIN News. 7.30 RBT. (PG) 8.30 Inside The Ku Klux Klan. (M) Takes a look inside the Ku Klux Klan. 9.30 Events That Changed The Eighties. (PG) 10.30 The Longest War. 11.30 Extra.

6pm Family Feud. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 28. Adelaide Strikers v Hobart Hurricanes. From Adelaide Oval. 10.10 Hawaii Five-0. (M) A convict tries to prove his innocence.

6pm Poh’s Kitchen. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Australia With Simon Reeve. (PG) 8.35 24 Hours In Emergency. (M) A look at an emergency department. 9.30 The Missing. (M) Tony’s past comes back to haunt him. 10.35 SBS World News.

THURSDAY

YOUR PRIME TIME TV GUIDE

6.15pm Pointless. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 QI. (PG) 8.30 New Tricks. (PG) Danny is linked to a murder victim. 9.30 Death Or Liberty. (PG) The story of rebels exiled to Australia. 10.30 ABC News: Late Edition.

6pm Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Air Rescue. (PG) 7.30 Cats Make You Laugh Out Loud. (PG) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) Amy tricks Sheldon. 9.30 The Goldbergs. (PG)

6pm Nine News. 7.00 WIN News. 7.30 Great Getaways. (PG) 8.30 World’s Most Expensive Food. (PG) Part 2 of 2. 9.30 The Truth About Looking Younger. (PG) 10.30 Embarrassing Bodies. (M) 11.30 Extra.

6pm Family Feud. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 29. Melbourne Stars v Brisbane Heat. From the MCG. 10.10 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M) The team tries to locate a mole. 11.10 Blue Bloods. (M)

6.30pm SBS World News. 7.30 Rachel Khoo’s Kitchen Notebook: London. 8.00 Food Safari Fire. 8.30 The Family Law. (PG) The misadventures of a family. 9.00 Poh & Co. 9.30 The Bridge. (M)

Programs are correct at the time of print and are subject to change by the networks.

You will never look back...

be free to do everything you ever wanted to do After you have made the move to Caloundra Rise you’ll wish you had done it earlier as the peace of mind it gives you frees you up to go and do all the things you have been waiting to do. Just a short distance to magnificent beaches and picturesque hinterland. A community style living with regular events, classes and get togethers.

Community style facilities: • 2 & 3 bedroom homes • Air conditioned community centre • Landscaped gardens • Heated inground pool

LEADING AGE SERVICES AUSTRALIA

QUEENSLAND

An Initiative of the Knights of the Southern Cross

• BBQs • Tennis court • Residents bar • Co-located aged care facility

Caloundra Rise is an Accredited retirement village.

57 Village Way, Little Mountain Caloundra | Freecall 1800 898 800 or 5438 0655 | www.caloundrarise.com.au

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FRIDAY

DIGITAL CHOICE

4-DAY FORECAST

ABC2 (CH22)

7TWO (CH62)

7MATE (CH63) GO! (CH88)

GEM (CH80)

ONE (CH50)

11 (CH55)

7pm Spicks And Specks. (PG) 7.30 River Monsters. (PG) 8.30 This Old Thing. 9.20 Ladyboys. (M) 10.05 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (M) 10.40 The Midwives. 11.40 Don’t Just Stand There, I’m Having Your Baby.

6pm Bargain Hunt. 7.00 Tennis. Brisbane International. Night 6. From the Qld Tennis Centre, Brisbane. 10.30 Highway Cops. (PG) 11.00 Bargain Hunt.

6pm Seinfeld. (PG) 7.30 Tennis. Hopman Cup. Night 6. Aust Green v France. From Perth Arena. 11.00 Tennis. Hopman Cup. Late night 6. Aust Green v France. From Perth Arena. 11.30 Seinfeld. (PG)

6.30pm Friends. (PG) 7.30 ACA. 8.00 Tigers About The House. (PG) 9.10 MOVIE Heartbreak Ridge. (1986) (M) Clint Eastwood. 11.50 MOVIE For A Few Dollars More. (1965) (M)

6pm Family Feud. 6.30 Cricket. Big Bash. Brisbane Heat v Adelaide Strikers. 7.30 The Indestructibles. (PG) 8.30 Black Ops. (M) 9.30 MOVIE 6 Bullets. (2012) (MA15+) Jean-Claude Van Damme.

6pm Family Feud. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.05 The Simpsons. (PG) 7.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG) 8.00 New Girl. (M) 8.30 MOVIE Saturday Night Fever. (1977) (M) 10.55 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.

6pm MOVIE Daffy Duck’s Quackbusters. (1988) (G) 7.30 MOVIE Inkheart. (2007) (PG) Brendan Fraser, Andy Serkis, Eliza Bennett. 9.30 MOVIE Snakes On A Plane. (2006) (M) 11.40 Sun, Sex And Suspicious Parents. (M)

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Saturday 09/01/16

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SATURDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 8.10 Lie To You? 8.30 Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow. 9.15 Live At The Apollo. 10.00 Inside Amy Schumer. 10.25 The Ofﬁce.

6pm Highway Cops. (PG) 6.30 Tennis. Brisbane International. Night 7. From the Qld Tennis Centre, Brisbane. 10.30 Escape To The Country.

5.30pm Tennis. Hopman Cup. Night 7. From Perth Arena. 11pm Tennis. Hopman Cup. Late night 7. From Perth Arena. 11.30 Seinfeld. (PG)

7.30pm MOVIE Nancy Drew. (2007) (PG) Emma Roberts, Max Theriot, Tate Donovan. 9.30 MOVIE Friends With Beneﬁts. (2011) (MA15+) Justin Timberlake, Mila Kunis. 11.45 Sun, Sex And Suspicious Parents. (M)

6.30pm Heartbeat. (PG) 8.45 Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple. (M) 10.45 Dalziel And Pascoe. (M) 11.45 MOVIE Wise Guys. (1986) (M) Danny DeVito, Joe Piscopo, Harvey Keitel.

6.30pm Monster Jam. 7.30 Freddie Flintoff: Lord Of The Fries. (PG) Freddie Flintoff joins forces with cyclist Rob Penn to run a mobile ﬁsh and chip shop. 8.30 The X-Files. (M) 10.30 Bellator MMA. (M)

6pm Becker. (PG) 7.00 Raymond. 8.00 Raymond. (PG) 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M) 9.30 MOVIE Staying Alive. (1983) (PG) John Travolta, Cynthia Rhodes, Finola Hughes. 11.30 The Loop. (PG)

SUNDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Build A New Life In The Country. 8.15 Dream Build. 8.30 MOVIE The Twilight Saga: Eclipse. (2010) 10.25 Buzzcocks. 10.55 Ladyboys.

6pm Bargain Hunt. 7.00 Tennis. Brisbane International. Night 8. From Qld Tennis Centre, Brisbane. 10.30 Escape To The Country.

6pm Seinfeld. (PG) 6.30 MythBusters. (PG) 7.30 Big Bang. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Forgetting Sarah Marshall. (2008) (M) 10.50 MOVIE Stewardess School. (1986)

6pm Thunderbirds Are Go. (PG) 6.30 MOVIE Rango. (2011) (PG) 8.40 MOVIE The Saint. (1997) (M) Val Kilmer, Elisabeth Shue, Rade Serbedzija. 11.00 Anger Management. (M)

6.30pm Scam City. (PG) 7.30 Can’t Pay? We’ll Take It Away. (M) 8.30 Emergency On Our Streets. (MA15+) 9.30 MOVIE The Place Beyond The Pines. (2013) (MA15+)

6.30pm M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Extreme Collectors. 8.30 Cops. (PG) 9.00 Cops: Adults Only. (M) 9.30 MOVIE G.I. Joe: The Rise Of Cobra. (2009) (M) Channing Tatum. 11.50 World Sport.

6pm Becker. (PG) 6.30 Futurama. (PG) 7.00 The Simpsons. (PG) 7.30 Futurama. (PG) 8.00 The Simpsons. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Me, Myself & Irene. (2000) (M) 10.55 Raymond. 11.25 King Of Queens.

MONDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. (PG) 7.30 River Monsters. (PG) 8.30 Louis Theroux’s Weird Weekends. (PG) 9.20 Ross Kemp On Gangs. 10.10 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (M) 10.40 MOVIE The Twilight Saga: Eclipse. (2010)

6.30pm Dealers Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is. (PG) 7.30 Air Crash Investigations. (PG) 8.30 Lewis. (M) 10.30 Dealers. (PG) 11.30 Air Crash Investigations. (PG)

6pm Auction Kings. (PG) 6.30 American Pickers. (PG) 7.30 MythBusters. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Escape From New York. (1981) (M) 10.30 Canadian Pickers. (PG) 11.30 Bid And Destroy. 12am Auction Kings.

6pm Regular Show. (PG) 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) 7.00 The Middle. (PG) 7.30 Top Gear. (PG) 9.00 ManSpace. (M) 10.00 MOVIE Three Amigos! (1986) (PG) Steve Martin, Chevy Chase, Martin Short.

6.30pm Friends. (PG) 7.30 A Current Affair. 8.00 RPA. (PG) 9.00 What’s Your Emergency? (M) 10.00 Embarrassing Bodies. (M) 11.00 Amazing Medical Stories: Living With Half A Brain. (PG)

6pm Family Feud. 6.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 27. Sydney Thunder v Melbourne Renegades. 7.30 Undercover Boss. (PG) 9.30 MOVIE Stoker. (2013) (MA15+) 11.30 Operation Repo.

6pm Family Feud. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.05 The Simpsons. 7.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG) 8.00 New Girl. (M) 8.30 The Simpsons. (PG) 9.30 American Horror Story: Hotel. 10.30 Medium.

TUESDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 River Monsters. 8.30 Special Forces: Ultimate Hell Week. 9.30 Banged Up Abroad. 10.20 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 10.50 Ross Kemp On Gangs.

5pm Tennis. Apia International. Night 3. From Sydney Olympic Park Tennis Centre. 8pm Escape To The Country. 9.00 Endeavour. (M) 11.00 Dog Wars. (PG)

6pm Auction Kings. 6.30 American Pickers. 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG) 8.00 Motorway Patrol. (PG) 8.30 Ice Road Truckers. (M) 9.30 Counting Cars. (M) 10.00 Car Chasers. (M)

6pm Regular Show. 6.30 Adv Time. 7.00 The Middle. 7.30 For The Love Of Cars. 8.30 Storage Hunters UK. 9.00 Storage Hunters. 9.30 MOVIE Lawless. (2012) (MA15+) 11.45 South Beach Tow.

6pm Cricket. One-Day International Series. Game 1. Australia v India. Evening session. 6.30 Friends. (PG) 7.30 Poirot. (PG) 8.40 Silent Witness. (MA15+) 11.00 Death Row Stories. (M)

6pm Family Feud. 6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Extreme Fisherman. (PG) 8.30 Extreme Fishing. (PG) 9.30 48 Hours. (M) 10.30 The Americans. (M) 11.40 Black Ops. (M)

6pm Family Feud. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.05 The Simpsons. 7.30 Rules Of Engagement. 8.00 New Girl. 8.30 Graham Norton. (PG) 9.30 MOVIE Girl, Interrupted. (1999) (MA15+)

WEDNESDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 River Monsters. 8.30 Burger Bar To Gourmet Star. 9.15 My Tattoo Addiction. 10.00 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 10.30 Special Forces: Ultimate Hell Week.

5pm Tennis. Apia International. Night 4. From Sydney Olympic Park Tennis Centre. 8.30pm Highway Cops. (PG) 9.30 I Am Steve McQueen. (PG) 11.30 Dog Wars. (PG)

6pm Auction Kings. 6.30 American Pickers. 7.30 Hardcore Pawn. (M) 8.30 Pawn Stars. (PG) 9.30 Hardcore Pawn. (M) 10.30 Cajun Pawn Stars. 11.00 Beverly Hills Pawn. 11.30 Bid And Destroy.

6pm Regular Show. (PG) 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) 7.00 The Middle. (PG) 7.30 Two And A Half Men. (PG) 8.30 Hello Kitty Flanagan. (M) 10.30 Balls of Steel Australia. 11.30 South Beach Tow. (M)

6.30pm Friends. (PG) 7.30 A Current Affair. 8.00 New Tricks. (M) 9.10 MOVIE The Firm. (1993) (M) Tom Cruise, Jeanne Tripplehorn, Gene Hackman. A naive lawyer uncovers a conspiracy.

6.30pm Big Bash League. Game 28. Adelaide Strikers v Hobart Hurricanes. 7.30 Megafactories. 8.30 Cops. 9.00 Cops: Adults Only. 9.30 MOVIE Escape From The Planet Of The Apes. (1971) (PG)

6pm Family Feud. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.05 The Simpsons. 7.30 Rules Of Engagement. 8.00 New Girl. 8.30 The Simpsons. (PG) 9.00 Futurama. 9.30 The Simpsons. (PG) 10.00 Bob’s Burgers. 10.30 Bob’s Burgers.

THURSDAY

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7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 River Monsters. 8.30 The Ofﬁce. 9.00 Extras. 9.30 Buzzcocks. 10.00 Inside Amy Schumer. 10.25 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 11.00 Penn & Teller: Fool Us.

5pm Tennis. Apia International. Night 5. From Sydney Olympic Park Tennis Centre. 8.30pm Air Crash Investigations. (PG) 9.30 Suspects. (M) 11.30 Highway Cops. (PG)

6pm Auction Kings. 6.30 American Pickers. 7.30 Big Bang. (PG) 8.30 Storage Wars. (M) 9.00 Storage Wars. (PG) 9.30 Baggage Battles. (PG) 10.00 Hardcore Pawn: Behind The Deal. (M)

6pm Regular Show. (PG) 6.30 Adv Time. (PG) 7.00 The Middle. (PG) 7.30 Criss Angel Mindfreak. (M) 8.30 MOVIE Contagion. (2011) (M) 10.40 MOVIE Quarantine. (2008) (MA15+)

6.30pm Friends. (PG) 7.30 A Current Affair. 8.00 Monarch Of The Glen. (PG) 9.10 Spooks. (M) 11.30 Miniseries: The Great Fire. (PG)

7.30pm Last Man Standing. 8.00 Last Man Standing. 8.30 The Last Man On Earth. 9.00 Man Seeking Woman. 9.30 MOVIE Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot. (1992) (PG)

6pm Family Feud. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.05 The Simpsons. 7.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG) 8.00 New Girl. 8.30 Futurama. (PG) 9.00 MOVIE Some Kind Of Wonderful. (1987) (M)

Well Happy New Year peeps! Did you score some of that swell? As predicted everywhere was crowded with Moffat Beach having in excess of 100 punters in the line-up and I am sure everywhere was the same. But getting in early does pay off although paddling out at 4am was pushing the light situation. Catching a wave in darkness certainly gets your senses going. “Use the force” my friend yelled as I disappeared into the darkness. Now, this weekend, Saturday will be the pick with a SE wind predicted. As for the year ahead, this winter will be all time! Four to six feet offshore every day. Well, that’s my wish anyway.

FISHING REPORT with Wayne Nilsson from Maroochydore Fishing World

ESTUARY: Small flathead and tarwhine are taking lures and baits from Bli Bli to the cod hole at the mouth of Eudlo Creek. Bream are about in numbers at Goat and Channel Island but berleying is the only way to entice them to feed. Mangrove jack and mud crabs are up in Petrie Creek and around the Bli Bli islands. SURF: There are tarwhine and shovel nosed rays along Maroochy north shore with tailor and bream at Pincushion, where baby blue pillies are the preferred bait. You can find sand whiting and dart in the gutters along Maroochy and Alex beaches. Pippies and sand worms are getting the best results with these species. OFFSHORE: When conditions allow the area around The Blinker is providing good catches of mixed reef fish using squid and cut flesh baits. Mackerel of good quality are being caught in the Coolum area, but are constantly on the move following bait schools. The Barwon Banks is the best place for quality reef fish such as snapper and pearl perch. FRESHWATER: You can get quality bass and togas on flies below the spillway at Borumba Dam. Recent rains will make the water cloudy, so the best bet is to use bright coloured lures suitable to the depth shown on your sounder.

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ARIES (Mar 21-Apr 20) The only danger day is Monday, when you’re likely to charge in and aggravate a sensitive situation with sharp words and hasty comments. Instead, keep the conversation light and lively, and steer clear of controversial topics especially involving work.

TAURUS (Apr 21-May 21) A personal or business relationship looks fiery on Monday, as the moon and Mars stir up passions and shorten patience. So it’s up to you to be a calm, steady and unflappable influence. For the rest of the week sport, hobbies and creative projects are favoured.

GEMINI (May 22-Jun 21) The current star patterns are sensational for creative brainstorming with bohemian friends. But Mercury is still retrograde so choose your words wisely (especially where joint ﬁnances are involved). Plus double-check all appointments and meetings before-hand.

CANCER (Jun 22-Jul 23) With Mercury reversing through your relationship zone, you’ll have to work hard on communicating with family and friends. Otherwise there’ll be mix-ups. When it comes to a problem with a loved one, all is not as it seems.

LEO (Jul 24-Aug 23) The sun/Jupiter trine (active on Wednesday and Thursday) provides a welcome morale boost, and helps you sparkle and shine. Matters involving work, money or business are favoured, as you receive some good news or a lucky opportunity comes your way.

VIRGO (Aug 24-Sep 23) Friendships are favoured but (with Mercury still retro) be careful you don’t get your wires crossed with a child or lover. If in doubt then check! Jupiter’s in your sign, so strive to be more adventurous. If you worry about how things might turn out, opportunities will pass you by.

LIBRA (Sep 24-Oct 23) Mercury is still reversing through your domestic zone (until January 26) so family dynamics are frustrating. Time for Librans to communicate clearly and consult often. You’re keen to socialise with friends on Tuesday and Wednesday, but pace yourself!

SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 22) Have you been waiting for a lucky break? The sun/Jupiter trine could send an opportunity your way via social media. But you need to be careful when using your phone and computer, as retrograde Mercury scrambles telecommunications (until January 26).

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23-Dec 21) Are you being a slapdash Sagittarian? With taskmaster Saturn moving through your sign, success is coming – but it won’t be rushed. And it won’t arrive without hard work and persistence on your part. So avoid approaching people and situations in a hasty fashion.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 20) Your mind’s full of ideas but, with Mercury reversing through your sign (until January 26) it will take patience to turn thoughts into pracical projects. And have you been having problems with a relative? If you keep doing what you’re doing; you’ll keep getting what you’re getting!

AQUARIUS (Jan 21-Feb 19) Tuesday and Wednesday promise energy and exciting possibilities! The Venus/Uranus trine encourages doing something different, studying an unusual topic or falling in love. Aquarians - aim to get the balance right between coupledom and independence.

PISCES (Feb 20-Mar 20) Good fortune is on your side this week, as the planets bless romantic and platonic relationships. And some Pisceans will get a lucky break via a social media connection. (But – with Mercury still retrograde – double-check all posts before you publish!).

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Too ready to believe (9) Large destructive crowd (5) Go separate ways (7) To mix (6) Search around (6) Hellish (8) Trust (8) Vigour (6) Rich entrepreneur (6) Self-esteem (7) Reveal (3,2) Plateau (9)

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Promote (5) Boring (6) Diplomatic mission (8) Place of pilgrimage (6) Children (7) Investigation of pedigrees (9) Highly improbable story (5,4) Unfettered choice (4,4) Appease (7) Quantity (6) A culinary herb (6) Make progress (3,2)

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Rules: Form as many words as possible. Each word must contain the centre letter. Plurals made by adding “s” are not counted.

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Playing a joke on someone Big cat with stripes Big tests you take at the end of the year Plants grow from these Our planet Thomas the Tank Engine is one The present day This happens in the mountains in winter

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LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION SOLUTION LAST WEEK’S

JUNIOR X-WORD: prank, tiger, exams, seeds, Earth, train, today, snows (PRESENTS)

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CROSSWORD ACROSS: 1 Credulous 8 Horde 9 Diverge 10 Mingle 11 Ferret 12 Infernal 15 Reliance 18 Energy 20 Tycoon 21 Dignity 22 Let on 23 Tableland DOWN: 2 Raise 3 Dreary 4 Legation 5 Shrine 6 Progeny 7 Genealogy 11 Fairy tale 13 Free will 14 Placate 16 Amount 17 Fennel 19 Get on

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MEMORIES ARE MADE OF THIS Richard O’Leary says camping may not be glamorous, but it sure is good fun.

omeone once told me the biggest responsibility we have as parents is to leave our children with good memories. If that is true, camping certainly helps us to meet that commitment. There’s the same number of hours in each day, but you just seem to be able to fit more in on a camp ground. Maybe it’s the early starts. Just about every morning while we were away at Hervey Bay campers were roused from their sleep with the traditional stage whisper “Keep your voice down – everyone is asleep”. This was usually me, with the words uttered just loud enough so I could abrogate responsibility for any further noise by my early rising children. Maybe it’s egalitarianism in action. Sure some people have caravans, while others have camper trailers or tents, but at its core camping is about equality. Although I have to say there were more than a few envious glances at our

neighbour Jason who brought along a full size fridge with two beer taps protruding from the door, and a decal of Homer (think Simpson not the epic poet) on the front saying “Mmm…beer.” Maybe it’s the camaraderie. Sure our neighbours watched us struggle as we set up the camper trailer (it’s bad form to offer to help at the start), but once the wind picked up and it started to rain they came straight over to help us out. Maybe it’s the freedom. The freedom to shower when you want. I thought twice in a week was about right – to be fair, I was swimming every day. The freedom to eat vegemite toasted sandwiches for every meal, or anything else for that matter. For one dinner I had raw cashews, garlic and chilli olives, and salt and vinegar chips – washed down with an organic lime cordial and soda water. Freedom. Maybe it’s the memories. The campsite was a seven day memory

generator for my boys. A week with the undivided attention of mum and dad. Friendships forged by just saying hello to the kids on the next site. Walking along the beach picking up shells with their dad. Borrowing a skateboard from a neighbour and learning how to ride it under a big sign saying “No skateboards”. Lying on the sand with their mum. Eating ice cream every day. The disappointment of turning up to the water slide on one of only two days in the year it is shut. The elation of going there the next day. Water bomb fights on the beach. Climbing trees. Falling out of trees. Running around with glow sticks on the beach as New Year’s fireworks popped in the distance. It’s definitely the memories. Memories which will stay with my boys for life. Stories to swap when they get together as adults. Memories to pass on to their children. roleary@myweeklypreview.com.au.

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