My Weekly Preview Issue 729. October 27, 2022

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There is nothing quite as cathartic as a good old belly laugh. And there will certainly be no shortage of them at the Sunshine Coast Comedy Festival, which runs over three days and four nights from Caloundra to Noosa.

Kicking off on November 10, with more than 30 shows across 15 locations, there is something for everyone.

Journalist Caitlin Zerafa caught up with headline act Tommy Little to discover more about his hilarious, self-deprecating show that will no doubt have audiences in stitches. We also showcase some of the other comedians from the star-studded list. Their responses will give you a chuckle.

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However, something that is no laughing matter is the housing crisis affecting the Sunshine Coast. There is no doubt the face of homelessness has changed. The shortage of affordable rental

THIS WEEK

AGENDA – Local property expert says housing summit fails to deliver.

FAST FACTS – Impress your friends with these fascinating tidbits.

COVER STORY – The Sunshine Coast Comedy Festival is almost here.

ON THE COVER Stand up and be counted as a fan of some of Australia’s favourite comedians as the Sunshine Coast’s own comedy festival prepares for lift-off again.

accommodation on the Coast means that often employed people with a good rental history are sleeping in tents or their cars.

Something has to be done.

Our Agenda story this week brings you up to date with all the latest from the recent housing summit, aimed at tackling the issue.

Mal Cayley, local property specialist and founder of Homes for Everyone, says the plan doesn’t go anywhere near far enough to address the crisis.

Business owners, don’t miss our special Business2Business feature, packed with advice from experts in their field, as well as all the latest local news and events you need to know.

Until next time, enjoy the read.

Ingrid Nelson inelson@myweeklypreview.com.au

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SOCIALS – Can you spot anyone you know?

WHAT’S ON – All the latest in entertainment, plus a new gig guide!

OPINION – Our regular trio provides some food for thought.

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‘We can’t afford pretend solutions’

A Coast property expert and affordable homes advocate has slammed the state’s housing summit for failing to deliver on ideas that will promote real change in the current crisis.

Morethan 200 representatives from governments, social services, charities, property and construction groups attended the recent housing summit in Brisbane, tackling what has been called an affordability crisis.

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announced the $1 billion Housing Investment Fund would be doubled to $2 billion, which will create annual returns of $130 million to be invested in dwellings.

Ms Palaszczuk says about 5600 new social and affordable homes will be built by 2027, on top of the 6365 promised by 2025. This new addition means the state government plans to build 13,000 social and affordable homes by 2027.

Yet, the Queensland Council of Social Services says that over 5000 new social homes are needed to be built every year for the next decade.

Local property expert and Homes for Everyone founder Mal Cayley says with more than 46,000 people on the social housing register and the housing crisis continuing to worsen, increasing the

demand on the register, the plan is still far from solving the problem.

“The Grattan Institute put it well when it said it took neglectful governments decades to create the current housing affordability mess and if they keep pretending there are easy answers, it will just get worse,” he says.

“Let’s be clear: this wasn’t a ‘result’ of the summit. The State Government had prepared this announcement prior, showing that they wanted to be seen to be doing ‘something’.

“It sounds like a lot of homes.

“Yet, when they have only committed to 13,000 over five years with a need of 25,000 on top of a very long track record of non-delivery, it is just another ‘pretend solution’ to look popular.”

Mr Cayley founded Homes for Everyone to bring together the best of the data and solutions from governments, industry and community to educate all levels of government and community members on how we got to this point, and what we need to do to come out the other side.

He says the key is increasing supply, but that needs to be done in more ways than one and each must solve the issue,

not promise to continue to undersupply the market.

“Building more homes is a great step forward but it shows us the state government does not understand the full issue as they haven’t committed to what is needed, nor enough in other areas for it to ever resemble a full solution,” Mr Cayley says. “We need to encourage more investment in other areas as well to increase the rental pool.

“This can be done by reviewing the town planning scheme and abolishing barriers for investors such as land tax and stamp duty.”

Mr Cayley says anything that will actually promote real change was missing from last week’s summit.

“We need people to demand change,” he says. “We need to stand up and say we want better solutions.

“It takes just 15 seconds to show your support to provide real solutions and apply real momentum for change to solve this humanitarian crisis that is quickly evolving into an economic crisis.”

To show your support, go to www.heus. com.au/get-involved. To read about what caused the housing crisis and the solutions, go to homesforeveryone.com.au

HOUSING CRISIS RELIEF

Temporary accommodation for Queensland’s natural disaster victims will be fast-tracked in a bid to ease the state’s housing crisis.

Deputy Premier and Planning Minister Steven Miles says temporary housing after disasters such as floods won’t need planning approval in future.

The move comes after the state government’s housing summit, with a suite of other proposals to ease the housing crisis to be presented to parliament next month.

“Nothing is more important than having a roof over your head,” he says. “It’s a basic need – and the stories of people without secure housing are heartbreaking.

“We have removed the need for planning approval for emergency housing in communities that have been affected by a natural disaster.”

He says the amendments come into effect amid spring floods, ahead of what forecasters predict will be another wet summer with more deluges and cyclones in the state.

The change also will allow state and local governments to plot the location of demountable housing ahead of a disaster.

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Feet are enormously complex parts of the body. Each foot contains 26 bones, as well as 33 joints, which work together to allow for a huge range of motion and movements. But many of these bones remain cartilage throughout a person’s childhood, slowly ossifying into bone as the years go on. According to the Ontario Society of Chiropodists, all of the bones in the foot don’t completely harden until a person is about 21 years old.

A surprising side effect of pregnancy is that nails and hair grow faster than usual. This is due to changes in hormones as well as increased blood circulation and metabolism supplying nutrients. According to Amy O’Connor, writing for What to Expect, a pregnant person’s hair also “might feel thicker and look more shiny and healthy than usual”.

By the numbers

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More than 294,000 babies were born in Australia in 2020 –the lowest birth rate in a decade.

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Henry VI’s age when he became King of England.

Do you remember? Minidisc players

If you don’t recall this optical-based storage device, you are not alone! One of the least popular formats, the MiniDisc fought against the popularity of CDs, despite boasting a high storage capacity of around 1GB – or 45 hours of audio in compact form. Sales of the MiniDisc began to dwindle further when MP3 players started to gain popularity in the late 1990s. Sony, the main manufacturer of the MiniDisc, wiped the format in 2011 by ceasing production.

Today in history – October 27

1492 – Italian explorer and navigator Christopher Columbus discovered Cuba, which led to the subsequent invasion by Spain.

1904 – New York City subway begins operations. The oldest underground subway system in the United States, construction of the transit system began in 1902. Today, the NYC subway is one of the world’s largest and the most used rapid transit systems in the world.

1982 – China announces its population has reached 1 billion-plus people.

1961 – NASA launches its first Saturn rocket. The Saturn SA-1 vehicle flight was deemed flawless, and today the Saturn family of rockets is considered one of the most successful with a 100 per cent success rate.

Word of the day

Frenetic

Marked by excitement, disorder, or anxiety-driven activity.

Did you know?

The number of bones a baby is born with.

“Anything that gets your blood racing is probably worth doing.”

– Hunter S. Thompson

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This year’s Sunshine Coast Comedy Festival shows from Caloundra to Noosa will feature a star-studded line-up on stage. And funnyman Tommy Little can’t wait to get us chuckling out loud.

WORDS: Caitlin Zerafa.

“Comedy is the most honest of art forms. If people are laughing, you have done it well and if they’re not, then you haven’t.”

They are the words of one of Australia’s best-known comedians and presenters – someone who’s eyes were opened after watching a comedy tape as a child.

Tommy Little was amazed to learn comedy could be a career path.

Fast forward to today and Little is soaring, set to land on the Sunshine Coast for a world-class event.

Non-stop hilarity – that’s what is expected when some of the big names and funniest stand-ups in the business converge on the region for the Sunshine Coast Comedy Festival next month.

From November 10-13, a star-studded line-up will be performing more than 30 shows in 15 locations across the region.

Now in its third year, the festival brings internationally renowned, multi-award-winning artists telling their best side-splitting jokes. Little tells My Weekly Preview he is excited to be invited for 2022.

Recalling the exact moment he fell in love with comedy, Little says he was instantly captivated and evidently it changed the course of his life forever.

“The first time I saw stand-up comedy was an old Eddie Murphy tape,” he says.

“I was amazed, ’cause I’d never seen someone standing there talking and a whole room laughing before. I started watching all the Melbourne Comedy Festival galas growing up and I loved it.

“I got into acting first and I sucked at acting. Then I met a comedian and I said I was thinking about doing comedy.

“He told me to give it a shot and that I would either love it or hate it. So, I did a gig and I fell in love with it instantly and I haven’t stopped since.”

Little has created his career with a unique way of storytelling, bringing aspects of every life alive through a comedy lens mixed ingeniously with often taking the mickey out of his own experiences. While he is a regular face on The Project and a daily fixture on the Carrie and Tommy Radio Show, Little says stand-up is his bread and butter and his “happy place”.

“Stand-up is my soul food and my home,” he says. “It’s storytelling. It’s about my life and a chance for people to have a laugh – often at me.

“Some comedians worry whether the crowd is laughing with them or at them.

“Me? I don’t care. If my miserable life makes you feel better, then I’m completely okay with that. For me, if I can give you an hour of your life where you can forget about everything you’ve got going on, if you forget about all the bills you haven’t paid, you forget about the kids giving you

the irrits and you can just sit back and relax and wash it all away laughing, then I’ve done my job.”

Little says his latest show, which he is bringing to the region as part of the festival, has been inspired by his own journey to obtain a pilot’s licence.

“It’s so exciting I’m bringing my show to the Sunny Coast. It’s such a beautiful part of the world – what a gig!

“It’s about getting my pilot’s licence, which nobody thought was a good idea.

to Belgium. So, I’m just trying to kill myself slowly for your entertainment.”

Although he has been here before, Little admits there is a lot he has not seen.

“I haven’t explored it enough and I would love to so if anyone would like to send me tips, I’d open to them. My Instagram is @mrstommylittle,” he says.

“I’ve also lost some money at the RSL in Noosa and I plan to win it back when I’m there.”

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

The Sunshine Coast Comedy Festival will run across four nights and three days at locations from Caloundra to Noosa.

As well as Little, other names will include Cal Wilson, Heath Franklin, Steph Tisdell, Andy Saunders, Sean Choolburra and Ryan Gallagher.

Festival producer Rebecca Chandler says the festival aims to delight locals and attract fans of comedy and the arts to the region.

“Nobody thought I would be able to do it and now that I’ve got it, nobody will fly with me. So, it’s completely useless.

“I’m just finding as life goes on, I’m doing shows about dumb stuff.

“I’ve done a show about running a marathon in Antarctica. This is a show about becoming a pilot and my next show about attempting to swim from England

“We are committed to our vision to build this event into one of the most prestigious and recognised arts festivals in the country,” she says.

“It’s our aim to create a festival renowned internationally for its unsurpassable comedy standard, warmth, community-focus and pure enjoyment for all that participate.

“Fun, playful, inclusive and accessible, this year’s Sunshine Coast Comedy

Tommy Little

“I was amazed ’cause I’d never seen someone standing there talking and a whole room laughing before”

Tommy Little

Cal Wilson is a favourite on television shows such as Spicks and Specks and Have You Been Paying Attention

Festival boasts a rich and diverse program, which truly caters to our rich and diverse community.”

Some highlights of the program will include the highly acclaimed Aboriginal Comedy All-Stars line-up, featuring a cast of Australia’s funniest Indigenous comedians on the back of an awardwinning jaunt around Europe and back-to-back sell-out shows at Edinburgh Fringe Festival. It is being described as a “unique, highly informative and wildly entertaining showcase of Indigenous talent and culture”.

Best O’ British is also set to be a crowd favourite. The all-Brit show has been nominated as best comedy show at Perth Fringe World and is widely touted as the most popular international showcase on the festival circuit.

The show will feature award winners Georgie Carroll, TikTok sensation Rory Lowe and host-with-the-most Dan Willis.

This year’s festival also includes galas at NightQuarter and The J Noosa, plus luxury river cruises with a comedic twist with Saltwater Eco Tours Indigenous comedy tours. There will be craft comedy beer tours to a selection of local breweries and late-night comedy line-ups, with Nauti Late Nights at the Nautical.

For tickets and the gig guide, visit sunshinecoastcomedyfestival.com.

Ryan Gallagher

How did you get into comedy? – I’m a bit of a silly country larrikin. Always loved making people laugh, right back since early childhood. I’d been writing jokes for about six years before I finally built the courage up to get on stage and do it. First time I gave it a crack, the feeling I got ... I’ve been addicted ever since.

What is one of the best reactions you have had during a performance? – I’ve had some strange individuals in the crowd a few times. I did comedy on coach buses at a festival once, to and from the airport. It was just as (bad) as it sounds.

What do you love about the Sunshine Coast? – If I’ve had a good year and can afford it, I go to a nice place like Noosa. Sunshine Coast is a beautiful spot. I’m looking forward to having a bit of sun, NSW has absolutely poured down the last two years.

Ivan Aristeguieta

How did you get into comedy? – My mum is a psychologist and she treats people with ADHD. She says I don’t have it but one day I was walking down the street and there was a very funny hole in the ground. I was very distracted and wasn’t paying attention to the road. I walked two more steps and I went inside the hole. That’s how I fell into comedy. A bad diagnosis from my mum.

What is one of the best reactions you have had during a performance? – Snorts are always great to hear in the crowd. They are so funny, reactive, involuntary and beautiful. When I hear a snort in the crowd, I feel as if someone blew me a kiss.

What do you love about the Sunshine Coast? – To breathe warm tropical air through my nostrils.

Steph Tisdell

How did you get into comedy? – Comedy was very much an accident. I got dared to do stand-up when I was 19 when backpacking around the UK and Ireland. It wasn’t long after the release of (the movie) Yes Man and, following a crazy series of events, I was doing my version. But my motto was ‘why not?’.

What is one of the best reactions you have had during a performance? – I once had a heckle so good, I got permission to use it as my punchline. But my favourite gig happened just this month. I did a gig on Thursday Island and it just blew my mind.

What do you love about the Sunshine Coast? – I don’t really have a favourite thing to do. But I do have some favourite audience members I made friends with years ago. I might finally organise a fishing trip with them this time!

Andy Saunders

How did you get into comedy? – I am a proud Biripi man from Taree, NSW. I have been telling jokes to large crowds from the age of four. To clarify, the large crowds

were my family but we are a crew of about 80 when we get together. I grew up in a very large Aboriginal commercial fishing family. So, you can guess what type of jokes I was retelling. My grandmother, rest her beautiful soul, used to ask me to tell a joke at family gatherings. I was telling jokes or repeating them in my own way that were way out of my age range. So, it had an even funnier delivery. That was when I got a taste. And when I got a little older, I started doing my own arrangements of street jokes. So, it was safe to say that I was hooked. The art of forcing people to laugh at what you said

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or did is like a very addictive drug. I will never give it up.

What is one of the best reactions you have had during a performance? – I have had two standing ovations in the past which, I must say, was quite exhilarating. I thought only people who play instruments or sing get standing ovations.

What do you love about the Sunshine Coast? – I absolutely love everything about it but my family has not been and I can’t wait to show them around. We all surf and we are a very active bunch so we will explore every square inch of the joint.

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Inspiring Sunshine Coast Business Women’s breakfast

Guests enjoyed a delicious breakfast at Surfair Beach Hotel in Mooloolaba for the October Sunshine Coast Business Women’s Network breakfast recently. Youi Insurance’s chief marketing officer Angela Greenwood imparted her knowledge around all things marketing, providing inspiration and fresh ideas for business owners.

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Kellie Simkin, Prue Byrnes

Lisa Wilson, Angela Greenwood, Min Swan

Lizzie Henebery, Kylie Harvey

Jaya McIntyre, Marney HarveyKym Cousins, Vanessa Nock

Kate Langford, Paula Williamson

TV personality Myf Warhurst’s book launch

It was a sold out event at the Sunshine Beach Surf Club for the launch of Myf Warhurst’s new book, Time of my Life presented by Annie’s Books on Peregian. Jon Coghill was the emcee and interviewer, while Myf provided lots of laughs as she reflected on her colourful career.

Kay & Don Colston

Brendan Cassidy, Grindle Rudder, Danielle Cassidy

Sue White, Barbara Leadbetter

Elizabeth Fairon, Fraser Murray

Annie Grossman, Jon Coghill

World fi rst solar powered ad – fi lmed using sunshine from the Sunshine Coast

VisitSunshine Coast (VSC) has harnessed the power of its region’s namesake - sunshine - to film its latest campaign ad: Sunshine Moments.

In a world first the campaign ad was filmed using solar power in nine locations across the Sunshine Coast, with a portable 5kw solar generator attached to the film crew’s production vehicle powering everything from their cameras to laptops to battery chargers and hair dryers.

The Sunshine Moments campaign encourages holiday-makers to visit the Sunshine Coast to find their own ‘Sunshine Moment’.

Visit Sunshine Coast CEO Matt Stoeckel says the campaign showcases what sets the Sunshine Coast apart from other destinations and will go a long way in rebuilding interstate markets that were impacted throughout the pandemic.

“We have a lot of confidence that Sunshine Moments will connect with travellers and importantly see us get back numbers of more than one million interstate visitors that we had prior to the pandemic,” Mr Stoeckel says.

“The campaign embraces the destination’s name and shows visitors that on the Sunshine Coast sunshine is not just a thing, but it’s also a feeling.

“Here on the Sunshine Coast, we’re both sunny by name and sunny by nature, with the campaign inviting visitors to come here and find their Sunshine Moment.”

The decision to film the ad using sunshine from the Sunshine Coast reflects the sustainability credentials of the destination and leverages the trend of sustainable travel.

A recent study by The Expedia Group, the 2022 Sustainable Travel Study, found a staggering 90 per cent of holiday makers are looking for sustainable options when travelling.

“The Sunshine Coast is the only destination in the world where three UNESCO Biospheres sit side-by-side, and Sunshine Moments provides a platform to share the sustainability stories from some incredible eco-tourism operators on the Sunshine Coast to attract likeminded travellers,” Mr Stoeckel says.

Sunreef Mooloolaba’s Jonny Fell says the theme of the ad campaign is at the heart of what Sunreef deliver everyday –‘sunshine moments’ – including snorkelling with turtles and the incredible opportunity to swim with whales.

“One of the strongest emerging trends in travel is the demand for ‘meaningful’ travel, particularly nature-based travel, an intimate interaction with a whale or a turtle is an experience people never forget,” Mr Fell says.

“We are involved in the campaign by providing deals that will be shared with travellers to drive interest during the shoulder seasons and outside of holiday periods – particularly from the interstate markets of New South Wales and Victoria.”

To best capture the essence of the destination, Sunshine Moments has also been filmed using those who really know a thing or two about Sunshine Moments: Sunshine Coast locals.

“Real people, real experiences, real nature and real authenticity is at the heart of what makes the Sunshine Coast so special,” Mr Stoeckel says.

Sunshine Moments is being rolled out in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria across multi-media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, WeAre8, Broadcast Video on Demand (BVOD), YouTube pre-roll, Programmatic Display and Native Tiles.

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email: members@visitsunshinecoast.com or call us on (07) 5458 8800.

“The campaign showcases what sets the Sunshine Coast apart from other destinations”

The making of Sunshine Moments

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The Sunshine Coast is the only place in the world where three UNESCO Biospheres sit side-by-side.

Think that’s pretty special? So do we, and that’s why we’re committed to supporting the sustainability of the destination.

1. Sunshine Moments was filmed using sunshine from the Sunshine Coast, with a portable 5kw solar generator made up of solar panels and inverters on prior-to-production vehicles powering all from cameras to laptops, battery chargers and even hair dryers. The film crew and local talent involved in the shoot also took steps to travel sustainably across the destination.

2. We worked with EarthCheck to determine any additional greenhouse emissions from the shoot across road travel, accommodation and waste sent to landfill that was not able to directly

use solar power, engaging Reforest to remove these emissions.

3. Sunshine Moments is being rolled out across paid social media, with VSC

booking a percentage of its social media spend through the company WeAre8 - the world’s only carbonnegative social media platform.

Sunshine Moments for everyone –visitors and locals!

If we told you to close your eyes and imagine your happy place, what would you see?

Maybe you’re floating on a neon pink lilo under a clear blue sky, sipping on a creamy cocktail.

You could be barefoot on the beach with the kids, chasing waves and collecting seashells in colourful buckets. Or perhaps you’re belly laughing with your mates on a night out, watching the last rays of sunlight melt into the horizon on a summer night.

These are what we at Visit Sunshine Coast call Sunshine

Sunshine Moment:

“Supping and kayaking in Cotton Tree with the family (followed by a coffee at Urban Garden).”

Visit Sunshine Coast, Head of Marketing Kelly Ryan

What is a Sunshine Moment? In Australian English NOUN

A feeling of uncontrollable joy that can only be found on the Sunshine Coast

Moments. It’s the sunshine from within that makes us a world-class destination. Those small moments that make all of us walk a little lighter and laugh a little louder.

Share your local Sunshine Moment by posting to social media and using the #visitsunshinecoast and #sunshinemoment hashtags.

SUNSHINE

A portable 5kw solar generator made up of solar panels and inverters was placed on the production vehicle on the shoot of Sunshine Moments.

The summit of Mount Ngungun

Behind the scenes of the Sunshine Moments ad at Mudjimba Beach

CLOTHING THAT’S A TRUE WORK OF ART

For the first time, a rare exhibition celebrating an ancient tradition and the work of the Papua New Guinean Omie people is on show at Caloundra Regional Gallery. Omie tapa cloth is beaten bark cloth and recognised as the most dramatic, colourful and compositionally diverse traditional tapa in the Pacific region. Sihot’e Nioge: When Skirts Become Artworks is curated by Joan Winter from Baboa Gallery, who makes regular visits to work with the Omie in their remote rainforest territory. The exhibition is on now until December 4 and offers a range of public workshops. Bookings for workshops are essential. Visit gallery.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

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CHARITABLE SOULS JOIN IN FUN RUN

The annual Wishlist Fun Run has raised more than $32,000 for people living with cancer. Almost 600 runners and walkers converged on Lake Kawana to support the hospital foundation. The event, held on October 16, has been running for four years and 2022 saw the colourful and committed turn out to take part. The 10-kilometre race was taken out by triathlete Craig Davis in just 32 minutes, while the five-kilometre race winner was Brisbane 12-year-old Kelsey Rolff, and the 2.5-kilometre first placegetter was Harry Young. Proceeds from the day have been directed to Wishlist Centre for vital cancer support services.

$12.895 MILLION

A boost from the state government is expected to bring $12.895 million into the region’s economy, as well as create 172 construction and 43 ongoing jobs. Australia Zoo, RACV Noosa, Aussie World, Beach Hostel Mooloolaba, Glasshouse Plantation, Narrows Escape Rainforest Retreat Maleny, Mayan Farm, Amaze World and Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World are among the 50 recipients to receive funding to enhance tourism experiences. “This funding is designed to help operators refresh or create local tourism experiences … and contribute to the region’s visitor economy,” Tourism Minister Stirling Hinchliffe says.

$4.3 MILLION

The University of the Sunshine Coast has made a difference to more than 1500 students in 2022 with more than $4.3 million in scholarships, bursaries and prizes. UniSC Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Helen Bartlett says that in times of high need, it is fitting that more than 90 per cent of that help has some form of equity hardship element as part of the selection criteria. “The reality is that financial hardship can be the reason why students put off applying for university or decide not to continue with their degrees,” she says. “We want to give students every opportunity to reach their full potential.”

A new addition to a popular sailing spot will make it easier for the sport’s smallest vessels to navigate to the water. In collaboration with the community, Sunshine Coast Council has installed an aluminium platform where model boat enthusiasts can launch their boats into Lake Kawana. It also can be used for other recreational activities such as paddling on the lake. Sunshine Coast Division 3 Councillor Peter Cox says he hope the platform will continue to make Lake Kawana a well-loved community space.

On October 13, My Weekly Preview featured Ollie the cat from 4 Paws Animal Rescue who was looking for a permanent foster home. Thanks to the article, Ollie he is now happily homed with one of our readers. “The couple who applied for him are absolutely smitten and Ollie seems to be as well,” 4 Paws cat coordinator Sue Nunn says. “He’s settled in like he’s been living there for years.”

OLLIE IS RIGHT AT HOME WITH NEW OWNERS

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Over 50s Living to New Heights

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Greenwood Forest Glen has already taken over-50s community living to a whole new level, but now with our Stage 4 release, we’re reaching new heights, quite literally. That’s why we’ve dubbed this exclusive release of 31 residences ‘The Heights’.

These elevated blocks with a choice of luxury single-level or double-storey homes with lifts, sit overlooking our 5-hectare private rainforest reserve and with views of the Blackall Ranges.

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In every way, these homes reflect the Greenwood philosophy that living in harmony with nature is intimately linked to health and vitality, and it flows through everything from the connected native gardens to the expansive community orchard and vegetable plots.

So, living at ‘The Heights’, you’ll not only enjoy all of the community features and facilities that have made Greenwood a favourite among active and social over 50s, but you might also feel a little bit special.

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MESS’ OF LIFE INSPIRES SONGWRITING

A popular Coast singer-songwriter returns from a self-imposed hiatus that helped him take care of the most important things in his world.

When did you know music was something you wanted to pursue?

Music was something I was immersed in from a young age. I learnt violin and sang in school and church choirs. It was around high school where I traded in the violin for a guitar and I haven’t really looked back. I’m always learning, experimenting, trying new things and just love the life connections that music offers.

What is your genre or style of music and who is your musical inspiration?

specific couple but a commentary on the ups and downs of love in general. I think it’s something that anybody, regardless of relationship status, can attest to. I’m blessed to have such a wonderful wife and family. So, it’s natural that they find their way into the album undertones. Processwise, I tend to write in chunks. If I get on a roll, I just keep going because I know I’ll be able to churn out a number of songs in a short timeframe.

Ahead of the release of his new album, a Sunshine Coast singer-songwriter is sharing what inspires him to create music and how a lucky win kept his dream alive.

Drew Wilson will launch his third album, Happy Mess, on October 28 and

chats to My Weekly Preview about what inspires him and what he loves about music. Releasing his debut EP in 2010, he decided by 2013 to take a break from music, due to a creative roadblock.

Now back better than ever, Mr Wilson is ready to share his music with the world once again.

I try to write music that I would enjoy listening to. I’m happy in the space somewhere between pop and rock and my music has been described as easylistening yacht rock. I tend to listen to music in this space, too. I’m inspired by great albums. I still love the idea of long-term storytelling that an album offers. If you like artists like Josh Rouse, Ben Lee, John Mayer, Missy Higgins, David Gray and Alex Lloyd, then you’ll connect with my work.

During your songwriting process, what inspires you?

Life inspires me. My upcoming album Happy Mess is an open love letter about relationships. Not necessarily about one

How did you spend your break from music and what eventually drew you back?

Taking a break from the world of original music was tough because I knew I had a lot to offer. Unfortunately (or fortunately, depending on how you look at it), life got in the way. Marriage, mortgage, kids happen and I wanted to invest my time into these things. I always knew there would be an opportunity down the track. Luckily, last year, I was lucky enough to appear on Hot Seat with Eddie McGuire where I won $50,000. So, another opportunity to record presented itself and I’ve taken advantage of that.

Drew Wilson will be performing at Solbar on October 28 to launch his new album. Tickets via solbar.com.au/gig-guide

TIME TO HAVE BRAVE CONVERSATIONS ON RED FLAGS

As the Coast prepares for its annual show of strength for the Walk for Daniel, the need to raise awareness about child safety has never been greater.

The objectives of Day for Daniel are:

• to raise awareness about child safety and protection and to promote a safer community for children

• to educate children regarding their personal safety and empower them to “recognise, react and report”

• to provide free safety and educational material

• to honour the memory of Daniel Morcombe

• to raise funds to enable DMF to produce new research and evidence-based resources.

The Sunshine Coast will turn red tomorrow for an important day that aims to keep every child safe.

Day for Daniel is Australia’s largest child safety education and awareness day, in memory of Palmwoods teenager Daniel Morcombe.

The Daniel Morcombe Foundation (DMF), founded by Bruce and Denise Morcombe, held the first Walk for Daniel

in November 2005 to symbolise a trip home their 13-year-old son was not able to complete.

It follows a four-kilometre path Daniel walked from Palmwoods to the Nambour Connection Road in Woombye, where he waited for the bus to take him to Sunshine Plaza shopping centre in Maroochydore before being abducted in 2003. The Walk for Daniel is now in its 18th year.

CHANGE?

More than 1.5 million Australians have joined the foundation in wearing red and creating community awareness every October.

More than 6100 schools and early learning centres, plus hundreds more businesses and individuals, will host events to spread child safety messages in recognition of Day for Daniel on October 28. This year’s theme is Brave Conversations, which presents an

opportunity to have brave conversations with children around personal safety online and in the real world.

“Day for Daniel is an opportunity for Australians to make a statement that crimes against children are not acceptable in modern Australia,” Mr Morcombe says.

As well as community awareness, DMF produces responsive and evidencebased educational resources, including several lesson plans to make it easier for teachers and parents to educate children on Day for Daniel.

The lesson plans are derived from the Daniel Morcombe Child Safety Curriculum and cover topics ranging from feelings to cyberbullying.

“Day for Daniel is all about educating children (and their families) about their personal safety in both physical and online environments,” Mrs Morcombe says. “We urge you to have a brave conversation with your children.”

For more information on Day for Daniel, to register for an event or to access educational resources, visit danielmorcombe.com.au.

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Bruce & Denise Morcombe are preparing for the 18th annual Day for Daniel

Waves of winged wonders are quietly arriving on the Sunshine Coast after completing an epic journey from the Arctic. They are exhausted and hungry and have never been more vulnerable.

Migratory

shorebirds are the world’s most threatened species of birds flying more than 10,000 kilometres from Siberia and Alaska all the way to our Sunshine Coast shoreline.

These amazing birds spend most of their time feeding on the mudflats and sandbanks of the Pumicestone Passage and Maroochy River, as they need to more than double their body weight to store essential energy for their long journey back.

Environment and Liveability Portfolio Councillor Maria Suarez encouraged residents and visitors to share our coast with the shorebirds.

“We need to give these birds space to rest and recuperate,” Cr Suarez says.

“Any disturbance while feeding or resting can cause them to fly off and waste precious energy.

“Shorebirds are easily disturbed by people, dogs, vehicles and watercrafts getting too close to the birds and causing them to fly away. Beachgoers can help to share our coast with the shorebirds by observing from a distance using binoculars; choosing a location

away from the birds for your activities; keeping dogs under control and taking rubbish home.”

The Shorebird Conservation Action Plan guided Council’s contribution to the world-wide conservation efforts to protect the species.

Shorebird migration is among the most extraordinary feats of travel in the animal kingdom. Each species has its own breeding and non-breeding distribution and habitat preferences. Each has its own migration strategies, flight routes and stopover sites.

Australia is the southern destination for shorebirds using the East Asian-Australasian Flyway and a significant proportion of birds arriving here either stay in Queensland, transit through Queensland to New South Wales, Victoria or Tasmania, or travel through to New Zealand.

Visit sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/shorebirds for maps on the best places to view shorebirds across the Sunshine Coast.

NEW EXHIBITION PRESENTS ART INSPIRED BY ‘THE FIRST WOMAN’

For the first time, a rare exhibition celebrating the ancient tradition of Tapa (beaten bark cloth) and the work of the Omie people is on show at Caloundra Regional Gallery, providing a visual and textural journey of this culturally rich artistic community.

Sihot Nioge: When Skirts Become Artworks runs until December 4 and offers a range of public workshops (bookings essential) to enhance this cultural journey.

Caloundra Regional Gallery is open Tuesday to Sunday. Head to gallery.sunshinecoast.qld. gov.au for more information.

LAUGHS A DOZEN WITH COMEDY FESTIVAL ON SHOW COAST-WIDE

Get ready for the third huge year of the Sunshine Coast Comedy Festival, with a star-studded lineup including Tommy Little (The Project, SCA), Cal Wilson (TV – various), Heath Franklin (Chopper), Steph Tisdell (TV – various), Andy Saunders (The Block), Sean Choolburra (Bangarra Dance), Ryan Gallagher (I’m a Celebrity, MAFS) and many more!

Taking place at more than 15 locations across the Coast from November 10 to 13, this year’s festival will deliver 30 plus shows from the hinterland to the sea. To book, visit Council’s events website.

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DID YOU KNOW

A new public car park in the Maroochydore City Centre has been given the green light. Following a competitive tender process, Council approved Walker Maroochydore Developments Pty Ltd to appoint Hutchinson Builders to design and construct the eightstorey multi-deck car park on Lightning Lane.

The car park will provide paid parking spaces for 294 cars, including accessible parking and electric vehicle charging spaces, 39 motorcycle and 28 bicycle spaces, as well as end-of-trip facilities.

Construction is scheduled to start in late 2022 and anticipated to be completed by December 2023 (weather permitting).

Council has undertaken 6338 hectares of landscaping to maintain grass and garden beds in the region’s open spaces in the last financial quarter. That’s equivalent to more than 6000 rugby fields!

The experts say we’re in for a wet spring and summer, making for favourable grass growing conditions, so the parks and gardens team has increased its mowing roster to stay ahead.

Please be patient though as often heavy rain means sites are too wet for the heavy mowers to access without doing considerable damage.

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Check out the free Cool Homes online course on Council’s website for guidance on what to look for and how to design a home that will work with the climate and the sun.

Hi everyone, I’m pleased to share nominations for the Sunshine Coast Australia Day Awards are now open until November 18.

I encourage you to take a moment to think of those around you who are supporting you, your family and friends or the community in general.

Do you know of any unsung heroes who always go above and beyond to help others? Community heroes are everywhere, from the coach who turns up each week to teach children valuable sporting skills, to the person who’s driving sustainability in local businesses and clubs.

CELEBRATION: MOOLOOLABA FORESHORE FESTIVAL

To celebrate the fresh new Mooloolaba Northern Parkland, the Esplanade is set to transform with oceans of free family friendly fun on Saturday, November 5 from 10am to 9pm.

Council and the University of the Sunshine Coast are exploring new ideas around volunteering.

Everyone in the community is invited to take part in a research project to understand your views on, and, experiences of, volunteering.

Researchers want to hear from current volunteers as well as people who don’t volunteer.

Head to Council’s Have Your Say website and complete the survey before November 15.

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Scrumptious seafood, mermaids, live music and sea-inspired displays feature among the highlights of the Mooloolaba Foreshore Festival.

Enjoy rides and face painting for the kids, discover incredible sand sculptures, artisan markets and Neptune’s Garden Bar.

Catch public transport, cycle, scoot or walk to the event or conveniently park for $5 at the Mooloolaba Central ParknGo.

Visit events.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au for more details.

Perhaps you know someone who’s sharing their knowledge and running free community sessions, or someone who raises funds for a worthy cause.

Sometimes, just being nominated is enough to make that person feel that their efforts are noticed and appreciated.

Categories include Citizen of the Year, Senior Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year, Community Group or Organisation, Sport and Recreation, Sustainability and Creative Award.

Nominating is easy and you can do so today. Simply search Australia Day Awards on Council’s website.

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FROM THE MAYOR

Darryl Watt, Ord Minnett Buderim.

MARKET PERFORMANCE

It has been a difficult time for investors recently with stock-market movements being big news.

Energy and defensive sectors (communication services, consumer staples, healthcare and utilities) provided the strongest protection during periods of market weakness.

On the other hand, resource stocks have delivered the strongest benefit during periods of strength.

What are our sector preferences from this point?

Overall, we’re still taking a cautious stance and maintain a bias towards defensive sectors, while maintaining positions in the energy and materials sectors. We expect further volatility in markets.

Central banks aren’t done yet in their fight against inflation, and no one is sure how much further they must go. This creates uncertainty for markets.

The likelihood of the US economy entering a recession has increased dramatically.

Officials at the Federal Reserve have admitted as much and are prepared to make that happen if price pressures don’t ease. An economic contraction will squeeze corporate profitability, which undermines

investment markets. Fortunately, we’re better placed in Australia, with greater sensitivity to rising rates than Americans. So, the Reserve Bank of Australia doesn’t have to squeeze as hard. Our jobs market will also remain tight, and households have a savings buffer to draw on.

Another point on volatility is the likelihood of policy errors creating problems and fuelling further volatility.

Those sectors hardest hit have been cyclicals.

Once we know that central banks are close to the end of their tightening cycle, we’d been inclined to pivot to these sectors. However, if economic conditions were to worsen, we believe these cyclical sectors would fall further, as would banks as credit growth slows and defaults escalate. By contrast, earnings are likely to remain more resilient in consumer staples, telecommunications, healthcare and utilities.

Add into the mix a position in energy, given the ongoing supply problems in the sector and the broader, long-term effects of the energy transition.

The materials sector is interesting. In an inflationary environment, we want to hold real assets, including commodities. However, if a global recession were to occur, metals demand would fall. The outlier is the possibility that China creates demand through large stimulatory measures.

On balance, we have a positive bias to materials.

Darryl Watt is a Representative of Ord Minnett Limited, AFS Licence 237121. This article contains general financial advice only and does not consider your personal circumstances; you should determine its suitability to you. Before acquiring a financial product you should seek advice from a licensed financial adviser and consider the relevant product disclosure statement. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.

TOAST OF THE TOWN IN TOP BREWS

The Sunshine Coast’s “most awarded brewery in Australia” is frothing with excitement over its latest accolades.

Highly decorated Moffat Beach Brewing Co has again dominated one of the most prestigious beer competitions in Australia. The Indies, conducted by the Independent Brewers Association (IBA), judged almost 1500 beers from more than 200 Australian breweries. Moffat Beach Brewing Co – founded by Matt and Sharynne Wilson – was honoured to be named Champion Queensland Brewery and Champion Medium Brewery for all of Australia. These titles were the result of a number of awards including Champion India Pale Ale for its flagship beer Moff’s Summer Ale.

The brewery also took home the trophy for a new category –Champion No and Low Alcohol Beer – for its Social Jam Pale Mid.

Four beers in the brewery’s range also received gold medals.

“It’s such an incredible recognition of the work our team does every day to ensure our beer is brewed and served at the absolute highest quality,” general manager Craig Williams says.

“In every beer we make, we want to give our customers a taste of the good life we enjoy here on the Coast.”

Matt & Sharynne Wilson

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BOWLS MAKES WORLD OF DIFFERENCE

A Coast umpire is celebrating 50 years’ service, which just may be a sporting record. WORDS: Caitlin Zerafa.

A recognisable face and loveable larrikin at Headland Pacific Sports Club in Buderim, Mr Richards has been umpiring for 50 years and playing even longer. He began in bowls at the age of 22 and has been part of clubs across New South Wales and Queensland.

“What attracted me to the sport was, a friend of mine, whose father was the president of the Blacktown Bowling Club (Sydney), suggested we have a game of bowls,” Mr Richards says.

“The coach came out and took us through the fundamentals of playing bowls and I thought, ‘Oh this is all right’ and I’ve been playing ever since.”

When he is not on call umpiring for pennants, inter-club matches, district matches and other bowls events, Mr Richards enjoys playing at least once a week at his local club.

“I now play with a bowling arm because I’ve lost a big toe off my left foot,” he says.

Mr Richards says he loves the friendship and camaraderie that comes from playing bowls.

“It’s been a pleasure for me that I have met so many different people from all walks of life,” he says.

“What I love about bowls is the

VOLUNTEER AWARDS RETURN

Volunteers within the Glass House region have the chance to be recognised for their efforts, following the return of a muchloved community award.

Member for Glass House AndrewGlass House Powell is calling on communitycalling organisations to nominate a standout volunteer in the Volunteer Awards.

“Without volunteers, Glass Housevolunteers, organisations and sporting groups just wouldn’t exist,” Mr Powell says.

“The Volunteer Awards are my opportunity to show them how much we appreciate their help.”

A morning tea will be held at the Maleny Community Centre on November 18 at 10am for all nominated volunteers and representatives from their their organisations.

friendship and camaraderie playing with people I know and people I meet.”

At 85 years young, Ronald Richards (pictured) is showing no sign of slowing down on the green. In fact, he is hoping to score himself a world record.

“It hasn’t affected my balance at all.

“And with the bowling arm, I’ve got used to that okay.

“So, I’m happy with that. I want to play bowls as long as I can.”

To acknowledge his 50 years of umpiring, an application has been made to set the Guinness World Records for the planet’s longest-serving bowls umpire. Mr Richards says it will take a few months to hear if his application is successful.

“That would be fantastic if anything could come from it,” he says.

“The morning tea will be catered by the wonderful ladies of the Maleny Hospital Auxiliary, so it’s sure to be delicious,” Mr Powell says. “This is a time to celebrate the way volunteers shape and contribute to our communities.”

Nominations, including the organisation the volunteer is from, plusvolunteer RVSPs to the morning tea can be emailed to glass.house@parliament.qld.gov.au before November 4. Tickets are free forare the nominee and nominator. Extra tickets are $10 per head.

“It’s been a pleasure for me that I have met so many different people from all walks of life”

WORLD RECORD SUCCESS IS A HUGE WEIGHT OFF JAMIE’S BACK

A Warana gym owner, who’s passionate about breaking world records for a worthy cause, has made his way into the history books for a recent gruelling marathon effort.

Jamie Milne has set an official Guinness World Record for running The Blackall 100 Ultra Trail Marathon with 20 kilograms on his back.

He completed the 100-kilometre race in 21 hours, 31 minutes and 14 seconds, with the 43-year-old capturing the hearts of many along the way.

In completing this world record, Mr Milne raised more than $20,000 for

Dementia Australia. The funds will support those living with dementia, their families and carers.

The marathon was his third world record attempt this year.

It followed an incredible 24-hour pull-up challenge in June.

“This is the most difficult thing I have ever done in my life and I’ve done some crazy things,” Mr Milne says.

“The weight is relentless. It just doesn’t back off, representing a powerful and saddening reminder of the relentless weight and commitment of those living with dementia and their loved ones.”

JULIE HONOURED AS ‘ANGEL’ CARING FOR COMMUNITY

Resident Julie Anne Harding has been recognised nationally for her outstanding contribution to the local community.

The Panadol Care Collective recognises remarkable individuals who have gone abovehave and beyond to care for others and Ms Harding has been announced as a winner for her tireless work. Since moving to the Sunshinetireless to Coast six years ago, Ms Harding has worked with Urban Angels to deliver fresh meals to those who need it most: the elderly, families and people dealing with the hardships of unemployment.

Additionally, she is working with Roots to Recovery: an organisation working to providean working housing for women in need.

TOWN FACES THE FUTURE WITH A VIBRANT NEW STREETSCAPE

Woombye’s golden history will soon spring to life as streetscape works begin alongworks begin Blackall Street.

Construction is set to deliver on the vision for an attractive and vibrant township.

Sunshine Coast division five Councillor Winston Johnston thanks the community for its ongoing support and willingness to create a place that will be a source of pride and share Woombye’s story.

“The community has been on a journey journey with our placemaking and design team, and

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“Since November 2020, extensive community engagement has informed the streetscape design to boost Blackall Street.

“Shady street trees and garden beds will be planted to cool the footpath, beautify and extend the green, leafy look and feel, to the west of the town centre.”

Cr Johnston says works to be completed mid-next year will create a central space to gather in front of the School of Arts Hall.

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Last month, I visited the Neurum Road Bridge and Boardwalk at Yaroomba with renewal plans for this area.

We respect the environment when carrying out the work and I’m confident that every care will be taken.

I’m really looking forward to seeing the finished boardwalk, in time for our residents to enjoy over summer.

I’m also excited to share that the playground is planned to be redesigned this financial year.

Residents in the 4564 postcode area are invited to a Party in the Park on November 6 from 3-7pm.

The community twilight event will feature free kids’ activities, including a jumping castle and face painting, live entertainment with performances from Coast musicians, the local school and dance/cheer academy and fireworks.

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carpark will be closed so that the entire front carpark and grassed areas can be used for the event.

Bring a picnic rug and chairs, and set up for the evening to watch the entertainment and have some dinner.

The annual plant and cake/dessert stalls are continuing, as are the monster raffle and Lions Club sausage sizzle.

The event is run entirely by volunteers and is not for profit, with any money raised on the day donated to a local charity.

Have you heard about the Lions Children of Courage? It’s a heartwarming and affirming project that honours the achievements of children with special needs, up to the age of 15.

Also eligible for an award are siblings or friends who make a difference to the lives of these children and help them overcome the many hardships they face on a day-today basis.

I’m looking forward to this special event on November 12 at the North Shore Community Centre.

And as we near the end of the year and all the Christmas madness, please Think SUNSHINE this Black Friday and Cyber Monday and buy local. We’ve got some beaut businesses in division eight so give them your support.

See you ’round Division Eight.

Brendan Hogan Wishlist Acting CEO

ANNUAL CALL FOR EVERYONE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Did you know October 22 marked Make a Difference Day?

Here in Australia, we celebrate National Volunteering Week annually in May.

Internationally, however, the fourth Saturday in October is designated as a day that unites organisations and employees to make a difference –whether it is big or small – in a shared mission to improve society.

Since its inception in 1992 in the United States, Make a Difference Day has echoed in 30 countries and has inspired more than 30 million volunteer hours.

On the Sunshine Coast, we are blessed with a huge army of volunteers who make a magical difference to the lives of others and to the strength of our community.

It brings me to a story I heard

recently from my team. One of our cherished volunteers, Leanne, has experienced more tragedy than most over the past few years.

She has sadly mourned the loss of both of her parents, and her husband Gary passed after a decade-long battle with cancer.

“After Gary died, I didn’t know what to do with my life,” Leanne says.

She explains she went from a full-time carer to an empty schedule.

That’s where Wishlist came in.

Leanne turned her heartache into helping others when she put up her hand to become one of Wishlist’s dedicated family of volunteers.

She has since been the source of countless smiles and sighs of relief from guests facing a health crisis of their own while staying in our hospital accommodation facility Wishlist House.

Making a difference can be lending a hand, advocating for a better society, getting your workplace involved in a day of volunteering.

It can be a cuppa with a neighbour or simply a listening ear for a workmate or family member.

Above all, let’s give a nod to Make a Difference Day this month, because being in a position to help others is a great privilege.

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‘EXCEPTIONAL GROUP’ MAKES FISHER GREAT

A group of unsung heroes from across the region have been honoured at the fifth annual Fisher Awards.

Held in Caloundra, Federal Member for Fisher Andrew Wallace says the 32 local residents and groups, representing families, schools, organisations, businesses and faith communities across the electorate, are fine examples of what makes the region great.

“The talented and hard-working people of Fisher continue to impress and inspire me,” Mr Wallace says.

“The calibre of entries goes from strength to strength each year and the class of 2022 is an exceptional group that make a positive impact in our community.”

Mooloolaba Surf Life Saving Club received the Andrew Wallace Community Group of the Year, while Mooloolah River Landcare claimed the honour of Environmental Leader of the Year.

In the education category, Year 7 teacher and rugby league coach Murray Finch, who has been a devoted teacher at Caloundra State High School for four decades, was recognised as Educator of the Year.

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student Chloe Maxwell was awarded the Student of the Year and Kairos Community College in Caloundra was named Education Provider of the Year.

In the employment category, GreaseBoss was named the Innovator of the Year, while The Queensland Landscape and Drainage Group claimed Business of the Year.

Josie Tully from HeliMods was named Employee of the Year.

In the retirement category, Uniforms 4 Kids (U4K) claimed the honour of Senior Group of the Year and tango teacher Catherine Scully received the Senior of the Year award.

COMMUNITY NOTES

Think pink for funky fundraiser

Now in its sixth year, the annual Fabulous Funky Fashions fundraiser is set to turn the town pink for Katie Rose Cottage Hospice. Proudly presented by Sandra de Jersey from Professionals On The Coast, this year’s event will be an afternoon tea party at Headland Golf Club on November 13 at 2pm. As well as raising funds, this will be a chance to showcase the new and preloved fashion from Katie Rose Hospice Op Shops. The dress code is pink, with fascinators and hats encouraged. Tickets are $40 are include afternoon tea. Raffle tickets also will be available. Visit ticketebo.com.au and search for ‘Fabulous Funky Fashions’.

Veterans’ Day at Australia Zoo

The fourth annual Veterans’ Day is set to take place at Australia Zoo on November 3. Entry to the zoo will be free for veterans, plus one guest each. Veterans will have to show their veteran lapel pin, White or Gold Veteran Card, or other proof of service for free all-day entry.

Coolum comes alive with music Coolum Sounds of Celebration concert is back on November 6. The popular live variety show provides entertainment for all. The fun afternoon will feature Waves of Harmony, Coolum Voices and special

guests. There will also be a raffle and door prizes to win. Tickets are $15 and all proceeds go to St Vincent de Paul Coolum. The 2pm event is at St Peter’s Church in Elizabeth Street.

Relay for Life makes a difference

Earlier this month, Sunshine Coast residents raised more than $45,201 for the Cancer Council Queensland at the annual Relay For Life. The day saw 19 registered teams and 234 participants, including 34 survivors and carers, come together to celebrate, remember and fight back against cancer. Kawana Scouts won the best dressed award for its Ancient Greek costumes, while Caloundra State High School won the highest fundraising team after raising a whopping $11,444.

Square up for social linedancing

The Sunny Coasters Linedancing continues to grow, with new members enjoying the wellbeing and social benefits of dancing each week. The group meets every Tuesday at 9.30am at the Lions Park on Gympie Terrace, Noosaville. Families and children are welcome. There are seven classes per week at various locations across Noosa Shire for beginners to intermediate of all ages. Search for Sunny Coasters Linedancing on Facebook for more information.

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ARIES (MAR 21-APR 20)

Resist the urge to be an impulsive and impetuous ram. Your boss planet Mars is now retrograde (until January 12) so you need to apply the brakes and think before you speak and act and post. Otherwise, you could upset others with your hasty words and reckless actions.

LEO (JUL 24-AUG 23)

Many talented lions have ambitious aspirations for the future. But a cherished goal or a longed-for dream could be delayed as Mars reverses through your hopes-andwishes zone for the next two months (until January 12). Try to be extra patient.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV 23-DEC 21)

Don’t expect close relationships to run like clockwork, as Mars reverses through your partnership zone (until January 12). If you respond to problems deftly and diplomatically, then things will soon be back on an even keel.

TAURUS (APR 21-MAY 21)

Mighty Mars is reversing through your self-esteem zone until January 12, which could dent your confidence and dampen your enthusiasm. Don’t dwell on the negatives. Hold your head high and trust your inner judgement.

VIRGO (AUG 24-SEP 23)

Mars is reversing through your professional zone. It’s not an ideal time to look for employment or apply for a new job. You’ll require plenty of diplomacy, discretion, patience and persistence, as you navigate a bumpy career path over the next couple of months.

CAPRICORN (DEC 22-JAN 20)

Expect some challenges and setbacks over the next two months, as Mars reverses through your daily routine and work zone. Retrograde Mars also reminds you to reboot your exercise routine so it is more sustainable. Keep on keeping on, Capricorn.

GEMINI (MAY 22-JUN 21)

It’s time for Geminis to hit pause as dynamic Mars reverses through your sign until January 12. Which will stymie motivation and increase impatience, especially involving projects and close relationships. Jumping to conclusions is definitely not recommended.

LIBRA (SEP 24-OCT 23)

This week the energy builds towards an opposition between Uranus and your ruler Venus, so the challenge is to get the balance right between your independence and the needs of loved ones; between being prudently cautious and being creatively spontaneous.

AQUARIUS (JAN 21-FEB 19)

The Venus/Uranus opposition suggests some other kind of domestic drama. And some Aquarians could experience disruptions at work. Whatever happens, strive to get the balance right between your public life and your private responsibilities.

CANCER (JUN 22-JUL 23)

Mars is reversing through your seclusion zone. So it’s time to help those around you (especially family members) in a quiet, low-key, behind-the-scenes kind of way. On the weekend, Venus and Uranus could send some surprising news in your direction.

SCORPIO (OCT 24-NOV 22)

The more creatively you communicate with other people, the more satisfying the week will be. But Mars is reversing through your trust and intimacy zones until January 12. Strive to be more tolerant and cooperative with your partner.

PISCES (FEB 20-MAR 20)

Many fish are feeling rather restless. Mars is retrograde until January 12, so it’s time to ditch distractions, conserve energy and prioritise important tasks. Then slow down and listen to the wisdom of your inner voice.

Complete the list by changing one letter at a time to create a new word at each step. One possible answer shown below.

In which year did the

Casablanca make its premiere?

2. Which artist painted Girl with a Pearl Earring?

3. What part of the body does the word scapular relate to?

4. Which UK boy band released the album and single All Rise in 2001?

5. What is the capital of Switzerland?

6. Which 1993 film starred Johnny Depp, Juliette Lewis and Leonardo DiCaprio (pictured)?

7. What does the name of the pay television service HBO stand for?

8. How many sides does a nonagon have?

9. After what is the chemical element Cerium named?

10. Who released the 2003 debut album Youth & Young Manhood?

WHAT’S

on

There’s loads to explore and plenty to do on the Coast. Pop these fun events into your diary so you don’t miss out.

29 OCTOBER

AUSSIE WORLD HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL

Aussie World’s Halloween Festival is back and spookier than ever in Palmview. Gates open from 5.30pm with trick or treating huts ready to fill you with sweets and fun. There will be two different haunted mazes to enter, if you dare. Beware of the four scare zones, as well as roaming entertainers to give you the fright of your life. Your ticket includes unlimited rides, a pyrotechnic light display, and ghoulish food and drinks. Don’t miss the monster mash dace party to see out the evening. aussieworld.com.au/events/ halloween-special

29 OCTOBER

OKTOBERFEST COOLUM

Visit the 3rd annual Oktoberfest at CoolumPeregian RSL Sub-Branch to celebrate German culture, food and beer. Raise your stein to an afternoon in the beer hall on the green with live music from an authentic German band and DJ Sneaky Schnitzel. Dress up in lederhosen and dirndls to be in the running for Mr and Mrs Oktoberfest, with pretzel eating among the other games. events.humanitix.com/oktoberfest-coolum

29

OCTOBER

FINESSE BURLESQUE

Due to popular demand, Finesse Burlesque is returning to Caloundra. This spectacular cabaret show was co-created by local sisters Amber and Madison Ivers. Using Australia’s homegrown talent, the show captivates with the glitz and glam of dazzling costumes, live singing, showgirls, comedy and much more. Finesse Burlesque takes the audience through a heart-warming yet comedic experience of the life of an entertainer. theeventscentre.com.au/event/ finesse-burlesque/

28-29

OCTOBER

NATURAL FIBRE SANDALS & JEWELLERY MAKING WORKSHOP

Under the guidance of PNG Master Weaver Kilagi Nielsen, create a unique pair of sandals from locally sourced natural plants and fibres. The Caloundra Regional Gallery workshop will be held over two sessions and, if time permits, participants will create wrist cuffs to match. All materials supplied. bit.ly/3VxTvFD

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NOVEMBER

NOOSA BIOSPHERE GALA

Tickets for the highly anticipated 2022 Noosa Biosphere Gala are now on sale. The fundraising luncheon at Peppers Noosa Resort and Villas aims to further secure a strong food future for the Noosa region. The event is a celebration of people and nature, recognising the International Day for Biosphere Reserves and Noosa’s UNESCO biosphere reserve status. This year’s theme: “Grow for Noosa” is raising awareness and support to grow a vibrant and sustainable food and agriculture economy. noosabiosphere.org.au/gala

JOIN THE KAWANA CREW

Kawana Chamber of Commerce supports the local community and businesses through networking opportunities, events and industry knowledge. Business connections made fun!

BECOME A MEMBER TODAY KAWANACHAMBER.COM.AU

28 OCTOBER – 5 NOVEMBER

ENTERTAINING ANGELS

‘Since I began parish life, I’ve boiled 7000 gallons of water and poured 200,000 cups of tea. I’ve also baked 4600 medium-sized quiches and personally made two tons of short-crust pastry. And for what?’ As a clergy wife, Grace has spent a lifetime on her best behaviour. After the death of her husband the vicar and the return of her missionary sister Ruth, this play asks if God is ‘a divine exercise in trial and error’. trybooking.com/CCKOK

29 OCTOBER

THE RATTLER GHOST TRAIN

29 OCTOBER

SKETCHING AND UNDERSTANDING BIRDLIFE

If you’re not sure where to begin in capturing your favourite backyard birds in art, this course will cover the basics. Participants will learn about field sketching birds, understanding behaviour, avian natural history, and classic features of our feathered friends. bit.ly/3TyANvX

Enjoy a ‘spooktacular’ journey aboard the historic Mary Valley Rattler, including a spooky dinner and Halloween sweet treat. Dress up in scary costumes – from witches and ghosts to vampires. The historic Mary Valley Rattler will leave Gympie station and wind its way through the beautiful countryside to Amamoor (return). Trick or treat your way through the evening, and keep an eye out for the scariest costume award. maryvalleyrattler.com.au/ upcoming-events/

1 NOVEMBERMELBOURNE CUP LUNCH

Have your fascinators ready, Malt Shovel Taphouse at Birtinya is providing simply the best for Cup Day. Whether you’re looking to get fancy or just want to have a few beers and a couple of punts, Malt Shovel Taphouse is dishing up two courses of tasty eats, including complimentary bubbles on arrival – all for $59. Dust off your frocks and enjoy the day. The race will be live on the big screen, with sweepstakes available and prizes for best dressed. bit.ly/3D5AEKT

Gig guide

FRIDAY, OCT 28

Katchafire, NightQuarter, 4pm ZERO (UK), Old Soul, 9pm

Drew Wilson, Sol Bar, 7pm

Dr G and The BB Experience, Caloundra RSL, 9pm

Laura Doolan, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm

SATURDAY, OCT 29

Just Floyd: Pink Floyd Tribute, NightQuarter, 4pm Junction Road Duo, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm

The Poor, Norton Music Factory, 6pm Blues and Brews, Imperial Hotel Eumundi, 5.30pm

The Lazy Leis, Caloundra RSL, 8pm

SUNDAY, OCT 30

SwineSong, Maleny Community Centre, 5.30pm

The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Experience, Kings Beach Tavern, 3pm

Hot Pursuit, Maroochy RSL, 6pm

* All events were correct at time of printing.

BOM-ING OUT IN THE NAME GAME

Jane Stephens reminds us that in the Australia, we have our own way of dealing with those who want to pick their own nicknames.

Rlikes

being called the BoM did not have the effect it expected.

It issued a release to media outlets asking that our nation’s authority on weather, climate and water be afforded the respect it deserves.

It spent $220,000 on a rebrand and requested the use of the full official name at the first mention, with subsequent references to call it ‘the Bureau’.

The Bureau of Meteorology wants to sound authoritative. It wants to be taken seriously. It considers BoM a bit too cool.

But is seems the BoM is the bomb diggity for us. Instead of sage nodding in agreement, the announcement resulted in a lot of virtual thigh-slapping, funny memes and jokes. In Australia, you don’t get to pick your own nickname.

Our love for egalitarianism is plain and we are suspicious of people who manufacture their own monicker, thinking they are a bit high and mighty for doing so. Think of a bloke who asks to be called ‘Chief’ or a woman who asks you to call her ‘Petal’: they make us roll our eyes.

Some nicknames are clever. It was

revealed in a new book that King Charles’s nickname for daughter-in-law Meghan is “Tungsten”, due to her toughness and resilience. Tom Felton, who played Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter films, told the world in his recently released memoir that his name for his co-star Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley) was the ‘Ginger Ninja’.

But slickly-shaped nicknames are surely the realm of athletes. So many are timeless in their cleverness.

In Australia, swimming superstar Ian Thorpe was ‘Thorpedo’ and Susie O’Neill was ‘Madame Butterfly’. Former NRL player Matt Hilder was ‘Waltzing’ (think about it) and cricketer Mark Waugh was ‘Afghanistan’ because he was the ‘forgotten Waugh’. Shane Warne was the ‘King of Spin’, and rugby great John Eales was called ‘Nobody’ – as in nobody’s perfect. We have golfer Aaron ‘Dresses’ Baddeley and cricketer ‘Postman’ Pat Cummins (always delivers).

The BoM doesn’t get to decide what we will call it – even our Environment Minister has said we can call it whatever we like – and everyone knows that in Australia, saying you don’t like a nickname is a sure-fire way of making it stick.

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AS A HANDYMAN, I’M A DECORATION

Ashley Robinson lampoons himself as an odd-job man and tells why he should never be let loose on household repairs.

renowned in our family as the unhandy man of the highest order. I was reminded of this the other day when I turned on my sprinkler system. I assembled the system myself many years ago and it has never worked quite right.

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I turned it on and was patrolling the perimeter to find out which bits weren’t working when I spied, through the base of a cluster of fishtail palms, a sprinkler that wasn’t sprinkling.

So, I stuck my head between the palm trunks and wiggled the sprinkler. Two things happened: I got sprayed with the carcass of a dead lizard that was obviously blocking the hole; and that took the skin off the back of both of my ears as my head flew back, jamming them between two trunks of the palm. It turns out that what goes into a gap doesn’t necessarily come out when you have ears that resemble a VW with the doors open.

When I lamented how unlucky I was to my dear uncaring other half, I was reminded of how many “unlucky” things have happened to me around the house.

Like the time I fixed the lead to the

vacuum but had the wires around the wrong way and nearly blew myself and the house up. Or the time I changed the washer in the shower and Old Mate got pinned against the wall by hot water.

Then there was the time our street had a Christmas lights competition and I tried to do an impersonation of Chevy Chase in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.

While my effort wasn’t as spectacular as Clark Griswold in the movie, I managed to accidentally staple through the cable and shorted out everything in the house.

Which brings me to my point. The other day, I was watching the Christmas decorations go up in Buhk Park, Alexandra Headland. I am not the most festive person in the world but I have to take my hat off to those folk who decorate their houses and yards with all things Christmas. I would never do it as I would not want people like me going past, gawking at my house.

I would be like an old Grinch: pegging empty stubbies at them and telling them to go away ... which sort of sums up my personality and something finally that I would be good at.

Dr Daevyd Rodda Orthopaedic Surgeon

The opinions expressed are those of the authors. These are not the views of My Weekly Preview publishers.

Ashley Robinson is the manager of Alex Surf Club and the chairman of the Sunshine Coast Falcons.

SHREDDING THE BURGER DEBATE

Thereare two types of people in this world: those who place lettuce on the base of a burger and those lunatics who put it near the top.

Lettuce-gate was sparked this week when my friend Jodie sent me an SOS, asking for some advice on what would be considered the correct placement. It proved to be quite the dilemma when I asked my other friends which way they lean with their lettuce preferences.

You see, I feel very strongly the lettuce goes at the base of the burger as it is a matter of structural integrity to keep the burger from falling apart. It is basic gravity. And it also acts as a form of waterproofing to keep the bun from getting soggy. No one in the world likes soggy buns, after all.

So, the correct placement (unless you are a serial killer) goes in this order: bun base, lettuce, mayonnaise or barbecue sauce, meat patty, cheese, tomato, pickles, caramelised onion. Get in my belly!

My crazy mate Todd says the actual correct order is lettuce in the middle. So, his order runs: bun base followed by mayo, salt and pepper, cheese, meat patty with melted cheese, lettuce, tomato,

pickle and beetroot. That seems an excessive amount of cheese and potentially bad for your heart.

Kylie says lettuce has to go on the top because the lightest ingredient should always be stacked the highest. Don’t even get me started with Ronnie, who says lettuce definitely belongs on the bottom of a burger but went on to mess with my brain by adding that lettuce should only ever be placed on a chicken burger.

Luke was adamant that the actual placement of the lettuce cup doesn’t matter as much as the fact you need to make sure it is perfectly dry so as not to ruin the bread.

Luke was also very passionate about the type of lettuce you need to use.

Iceberg lettuce is appropriate and has a great crunchy texture. Romaine lettuce is also a wise choice. Butterhead lettuce is a very bad idea as it is simply too floppy.

Shredded lettuce just adds to the danger factor of spilling your burger down your shirt. I always avoid the shredded lettuce.

So go forward and bask in the burger glory, people, and I do hope you are on my side. Next week, let’s discuss the order of taco ingredients.

THE NOT SO SUPER FUNDS

The850,000 members who failed to leave their dud super product that failed a performance test lost $1.6 billion in just 12 months. Only about 10 per cent of members switched out of the super funds that failed the inaugural 2021 Your Future, Your Super performance test.

That was despite receiving a letter encouraging them to change.

New Industry Super Australia analysis shows that members who didn’t switch to a top-performing product have already lost on average $1900 per person.

The losses could pile up, as the previous government’s stapling reform that tied those members to these government-censured duds, leave members stuck unless they act.

If a member on the median wage, with a balance of $50,000, stayed with one of the poor performers for the next 10 years, they could be about $25,000 worse off.

If a 30-year-old was stapled to one of those dud funds for the rest of their working life, they could be $225,000 worse off at retirement.

All MySuper products were tested and

about 1 million members in 13 super products worth about $56 billion failed the test. Three failed products have since merged with better-performing funds or are about to, but the others remain in the system or will tie up with funds that barely passed the test.

This year, five products, covering about 600,000 member accounts worth around $28 billion, failed the test – four for the second consecutive time.

More could also be unknowingly condemned to being stapled to a dud fund, as the Choice sector that has half the systems assets and some of the poorest-performing products are yet to be assessed.

Funds that fail the test are forced to write to members, telling them to consider switching and directing them to a website where they can compare funds, but about 90 per cent of members have stuck with their fund.

This policy was designed to get members to switch but the inaction, combined with the stapling reform, will mean members are stuck in dud funds for longer. - AAP

EXOTIC ANIMALS

Come face to face with Meerkats, Red Pandas, Lemurs, a Sun Bear, Koalas, Dingoes, monkeys & more.

Upclose personal encounters

Meet the Keepers and learn something new about your favourite animals.

Endangered Cotton Top Tamarins, are housed in an exhibit right next to you at the Zoo Cafe.

Sami Muirhead gets to the heart of the lettuce placement issue – set to be one of the meatier topics around the summer barbecue.

Sami Muirhead is a radio announcer, blogger and commentator. For more from Sami, tune into Mix FM.

business

CATCH A LITTLE RAY OF SUNSHINE AND CAPITALISE

customers being encouraged to “Think SUNSHINE” this Black Friday.

With the Black Friday event just four weeks before Christmas, consumers are starting to consider gifts and things to do with loved ones.

I think it is widely understood that when we buy local, we are directly supporting local families, jobs and helping our local economy.

To keep dollars within our regional economy, anything retailers can do to help motivate locals to think local and buy local has community benefit. Shoppers can visit www.buylocalsunshinecoast. com.au to find a directory of local suppliers and services.

and appreciate the hundreds of chefs and food artists using locally grown food in venues across the region, or simply making conscious purchases for their own kitchen pantry with the paddock-to-plate, farm-to-fork ethos.

Food tourism is another avenue council is keen to foster. The Curated Plate 2023, the Coast’s premier foodfocused festival, will be hosting preliminary information sessions for industry partners – food producers, local venues (including farms, breweries and boats) plus our tourism operators –interested in being involved next year.

SunshineCoast businesses have until October 31 to join the movement and make buying local part of the customer conversation ahead of Black Friday sales.

In preparation for the famous sales day, local businesses are encouraged to engage in the Buy Local Black Friday campaign simply by posting a short video on social media and tagging @buylocalsunshinecoast

#buylocalsunshinecoast

#blackfridaysunshinecoast and #blackfriday. In doing so, they have a chance to win a marketing pack worth $5000 and to be featured in the regionwide campaign.

Traditionally, Black Friday sales coincide with the US Thanksgiving holiday on November 25. But it is now also big business in Australia, and this year the Coast will be ready with

As regional economies like ours are constantly being challenged by a changing world, another initiative, called “We Eat Local”, is trying to help food businesses sell more of their locally grown and sourced products.

People are becoming more conscious about where their food has come from and, using digital to do good, the foodsource connections are becoming clearer with social media apps such as We Eat Local. It would be great to see more of our Coast businesses supplying, selling or serving locally grown food. Register at www.weeatlocal.com.au.

Getting listed means foodies can find

Businesses and food lovers can subscribe for more information on the festival website: www.thecuratedplate. com.au.

BY THE NUMBERS

Buy local:

In 2021, people spent more than $8 billion on Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals – twice what was spent over the Boxing Day weekend.

Eat local:

40% of people are passionate about supporting local farmers

71% of people think it’s important to know where their food comes from.

Taking part in the local Black Friday sales campaign could be a profitable exercise. Words: Councillor Jason O’Pray.

FIRST NATIONS SUPPLIERS BLAZING NEW TRAILS IN BUSINESS

A craft beer made with all-Australian ingredients, a tourism experience to inspire deeper connections to First Nations culture and a driving education school for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth ... These were just some of the Sunshine Coast products and services highlighted at Nambour Showgrounds recently.

Saltwater Eco Tours founder and owner Simon Thornalley says the council-supported First Nations Supplier

Day event was a great platform for businesses to collaborate and grow.

“This is such a good event for the community to come together and showcase what we have and what we can offer here,” Mr Thornalley says.

“I’m hoping to connect with every business here and see how we can collaborate. If we can collaborate with every supplier we have, with another local Indigenous business, then the ripple effect of that will be massive and that’s

what we’re all about. Within our boat on our tours, we do five courses of native foods and almost every component of that is locally sourced and Indigenous owned.

“There’s a great amount of local suppliers now which is absolutely incredible. So, we can get seasonal native food. We can get products that are already pre-made. It’s easily accessible.”

More than 35 First Nations businesses attended this week’s event, including a new locally-based beer brand, employment and recruitment businesses, healthcare providers, film and production, driver education, arts and native foods.

Sunshine Coast Community Portfolio Councillor David Law said the event was a great opportunity to showcase and strengthen First Nations businesses.

“This is the second year the First Nations Supplier Day has been held and one of the big aims of this event is to provide a platform for local First Nations businesses and what they deliver to the economic fabric of the Sunshine Coast,” Cr Law says.

“By strengthening connections between First Nations suppliers, government agencies and nongovernment organisations, this event provided an opportunity for First Nations businesses to become a supplier of choice for a wide range of products and services.”

FEEDING THE GROWING CITY CENTRE WORKERS, VISITORS

Metropolitan, also known as the MET, is a temporary and ever-evolving space to enable the community to engage with the Maroochydore City Centre.

Expressions of interest from mobile food vendors to provide quick lunch meal options at the MET for 2023 are now open.

Currently, the MET includes a café, Colombian Coffee Co., serving refreshments and some café-style food options between 7am and 2pm, Monday to Friday. These times will be extended to 4pm in February.

As of January, with the opening of City Hall and the completion of the new Evans Long A1 commercial office building, it is estimated that the total professional worker numbers will be between 800 and 1000 people, with an additional visitor and resident population of 500.

Food options closest to the MET include two upmarket restaurants (Giddy Geisha and Market Bistro) in Foundation Place, with up to three more restaurants due to open over the coming six months.

EOIs are to be submitted electronically by email to hello@mccmetropolitan. com.au.

Applications close at 5pm on Monday, November 14.

DANNY CLIFFORD Director and Head of

Law

PROTECT YOURSELF FROM SCAMMERS

Cybercrime is one of the biggest security threats facing all Australians and Australian businesses.

Scamwatch reports that Australian cybercrime and scams cost us $56 million last year – and despite our best efforts, cybercriminals are getting more sophisticated every day.

The Optus identity theft breach potentially exposed millions of Australians’ personal information, putting them at risk.

Savvy CEO Bill Tsouvalas says the community can help protect against Australian cybercrime, especially assisting vulnerable people such as seniors and new migrants who may struggle with English. Protecting yourself and your business against cybercrime isn’t difficult. Here are 10 tips to help you thwart would-be criminals and scammers.

Nothing left unlocked

If your device or application uses passwords to authenticate use, you need to set them up

immediately. It only takes seconds for a hacker or nefarious actor to access your phone or PC if you don’t have a password or other authentication method installed.

Use a password manager

Every application, website and device you use should have a password that changes regularly (every three months or so).

Use two-factor authentication

Two-factor authentication (2FA) is another layer of protection to prevent “man-in-the middle” attacks.

Automatically update software

Out-of-date anti-virus software is about as useful as a flywire door on a submarine. You need to keep all your software up to date.

Monitor your accounts

Having alerts for transactions or unusual activity can help you see if criminal third parties have

access to your accounts.

Know how scams work Scam operations are sophisticated, organised criminal businesses using cutting-edge technology. There are many resources out there alerting you to the latest scams.

Sign up to identity protection or breach lists

Identity protection services can help monitor if your personal information has been breached or stolen.

Watch for warning signs

If you are receiving unauthorised 2FA attempts or emails asking: “Is this you trying to login?” – update your passwords immediately.

Freeze your credit report

Did you know you can request a ban on others accessing your credit report for at least 21 days?

This stops criminals from applying for or checking your credit while the freeze is active.

Hone your BS detector

If you think it’s a scam, it probably is. If you’re unsure, ask a trusted friend or colleague or report the communication to ScamWatch.

Go to savvy.com.au

WORDS: Nicholas Barker, BOQ Maroochydore

BANKING IN THE CURRENT MARKET

It was only a few years back when we talked about being in unprecedented times with the impact of COVID.

Yet here we are again, where governments all across the world are rapidly increasing interest rates.

As a country, we have not seen an RBA cash rate with a three at the start for almost 10 years and all forecasts are expecting this to occur in the coming months.

For our deposit clients, the increase in interest rates is a welcome period as a return on their investment is present again.

For our lending clients, the concern around cost of living and ability to meet repayments is or has started to become ever present.

These market conditions again reinforced the benefits of having a banking relationship. A banking

relationship can have many lenses. However, this is how I best summarise how such a relationship could work:

1. Know your local banker. It could be the wonderful teller who serves when you visit or it could be the mobile lender who helped you with your home loan three years earlier.

2. Call your banker. Be on the front foot and be sure to reach out annually to ensure your banking partnership is working well.

3. Create a plan with your banker. You might be saving for a home or wanting to pay down a portion of your home or business loan. Get your banker on this journey with you.

4. Communicate and connect. If you are in business, introduce your banker and your other key stakeholders (accountants and solicitors) to ensure this team is working together for you.

If you are looking for support with your banking and wish to meet in person, feel free to call BOQ Maroochydore on 5374 7474 and one of our trusted team will gladly meet and review what options are best for you.

WHAT’S ON

Nov 2

WORKPLACE BREAKFAST

There are plenty of business and networking events on the Sunshine Coast, so put these in the diary today.

Nov 4

REEL CONTENT CREATION

Clifford Gouldson Lawyers is hosting a breakfast workshop that is all about wages. With a surge in cases involving unpaid wages, now is a good time for employers to ensure they are complying with the Fair Work Act and industry awards. During this seminar, Danny Clifford will explore why it’s important to get wages and entitlements right from the get-go. He will also explore recent cases that deal with what happens when it all goes wrong. There will be plenty of time for questions and discussion.

When: Wednesday, November 2, 7.30am.

Where: Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters, 9 Florey Boulevard, Birtinya.

Tickets: $25, via bit.ly/3Tw3GIV.

This is a short course that will leave you feeling more confident to create content in the form of reels that generates new potential clients/customers and sales for your business. Learn how to make Instagram reels and why you should be making them. Receive simple tips to help you flourish in the crazy world of Instagram and TikTok.

When: Friday, November 4, 9am-1pm.

Where: Building 1/30 Chancellor Village Boulevard, Sippy Downs.

Tickets: $299, via stickytickets.com. au/7821f/reel_content_creation_101/ buy-tickets

WOMEN’S LIFESTYLE EXPO

Have the opportunity to connect with a variety of local businesses committed to empowering women to live their best life personally and professionally. Browse, shop, sip and socialise with more than 20 pop-up shops and exhibits to visit.

When: Friday, November 11, 5-9pm.

Where: She Shed, 97 Aerodrome Road, Maroochydore.

Tickets: Free before the day, $11 at the door. Register via bit.ly/3TfN3Bu.

CALOUNDRA POWERHOUSE NETWORKING BREAKFAST

If you are interested in growing your business through networking and referrals in Caloundra, head along for breakfast.

When: Tuesday, November 15, 6.458.30am.

Where: 211 Parklands Boulevard, Little Mountain.

Tickets: $33.50, via bit.ly/3zePUmz.

SUNSHINE COAST PROPERTY NETWORKING GROUP

When: Tuesday, November 22, 6.308.30pm.

Where: Alex Surf Club, 167 Alexandra Parade, Alexandra Headland.

Tickets: $10, via bit.ly/3yU2JCy.

QLD POLICE RECRUITING SEMINAR

When: Wednesday, November 23, 6.30-8pm.

Where: 105 Memorial Avenue, Maroochydore.

Tickets: Free event. Register via bit .ly/3Se61ay.

BX NETWORKING SUNSHINE COAST SOUTH

When: Wednesday, November 9, 8-10am.

Where: University of the Sunshine Coast Innovation Centre Building, 90 Sippy Downs Dr, Sippy Downs.

Tickets: $45, via bit.ly/3s3BCkF.

4556 CHAMBER COFFEE MORNING

When: Tuesday, November 1, 7.30am.

Where: Sunshine Coast Art and Framing Galler y, Nicklin Way, Minyama.

Tickets: Free entry. Purchase your own food and drinks.

SUNSHINE COAST BUSINESS WOMEN’S NETWORK SOIREE

When: Wednesday, November 9, 5.307.30pm.

Where: Pacific Ford Maroochydore, 122-124 Sugar Road, Maroochydore.

Tickets: $55, via bit.ly/3yWpmpN.

CALOUNDRA CHAMBER CHRISTMAS PARTY

When: Thursday, December 8, 5.30pm.

Where: Parklands Tavern, 238 Parklands Boulevard, Meridan Plains.

Tickets: $30 for members, $35 for non-members, via getsafeticket.com.au/ e9l3l.

WHITE HOUSE INTERNATIONAL

White House International established on the Sunshine Coast in 2009 after Min Swan concluded her 12 years in the corporate sector to build an events company that became embedded in the fabric of the local business community.

Min found initial support through the Sunshine Coast Business Women’s Network where she met like-minded people and secured some initial events.

The WHI team began using their expertise to help commercialise chambers and industry groups for long term sustainability and increased connectivity. Specifically, memberships and sponsorships, marketing and communications, strategic planning and more.

They’ve helped some of the chambers and

industry groups provide the best possible relationships and value for money for their members. Together with the executive committees of the chambers and industry groups, they’ve facilitated partnerships and connection opportunities that accelerate member businesses.

WHI developed strong relationships with TAFE and UniSC as they focused on local talent. Local PR and marketing students have participated in internship programs at WHI, allowing them to gain industry experience and employment opportunities. Min believes the focus on local talent is important to build the industry.

WHI has been recognised in this year’s Local Business Champion series. More LBC stories can be found on the Sunshine Coast Council website.

RAIDER TARGETRY

Kunda Park based business Raider Targetry, is advancing defence training with innovations in high fidelity live fire training targets. Raider relocated to the Sunshine Coast in 2020 where the business has worked with a highly capable manufacturing industry.

Raider found initial support through the Manufacturing Excellence Forum who introduced them to a network of businesses across the region. This support helped Raider secure 80 per cent of their supply network within the first six months of arriving on the coast. Operating near suppliers has made it easier for Raider to meet and work closely with their network to deliver quality products.

Now expanding, Raider is sourcing local talent through industry groups to build a

well-rounded workforce. Local students have been gaining industry experience through Raider internships while making meaningful contributions to the workforce. The region’s focus on STEM education has provided Raider with quality interns with some going on to employment. This focus on local talent development is contributing to strengthening the workforce on the Sunshine Coast.

Raider Targetry has been named a Local Business Champion in this series which highlights businesses in the region that support local. Check more LBC stories on the Sunshine Coast Council website.

The White House International Team

The Raider Targetry team

Have you been left out of a Will?

At Kruger Law, we often receive questions about Estate and Probate disputes.

This article answers some of the more common ones.

Question 1: Can I challenge a Will if I have been left out of it?

Answer: Yes, but only if you’re a…

• Spouse – including a de facto

• Child (including step-child); or

• A dependant of the deceased.

Question 2: How do I challenge a distribution under a Will?

Answer: Time periods apply, so it is important you seek legal advice.

Generally, there are two initial steps:

• Step 1 – A challenger must give notice to the executor of the intention to challenge, within six months of the deceased’s death.

• Step 2 – A challenger must commence proceedings within nine months of the deceased’s death.

Question 4: What does the court look at when deciding whether a claim should succeed?

Answer: The starting point is the level of need of the challenger. If a challenger demonstrates financial need, how much of the estate they ought receive involves considering:

(a) the size of the estate

(b) the nature of the relationship between the challenger and the deceased; and (c) other “competing” claims.

You can find related articles on our website.

INDUSTRY EXPERTS

What does HR cover?

HR is an acronym for human resources and covers a wide spectrum of people management activities that support an organisation achieve their overall business objectives.

How do the activities you conduct around your people management align with your business operations, financial return and business risk?

Do you have the right capability in your people and people management practices so that they can deliver on your company goals?

Do you need policies that are equitable and provide simple guidelines for activities like workplace disagreements, managing poor performance, taking leave, workrelated expenses?

You can employ a fantastic person who is excellent at the technical components of their role (like a great bricklayer, carpenter or accountant), but they don’t seem to “fit” with your workplace nor demonstrate that certain behaviour that in your mind makes a great employee for your business.

Do you have position descriptions that accurately reflect the duties of the job and your behavioural expectations. They are a valuable tool in your business for recruitment, performance management and training.

Our people are our biggest asset, let’s set them and the business up for success.

Christmas parties and Tax Law

When providing food and drink, your business needs to consider Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT), Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Income Tax. There are also different tax treatments if the entertainment you are providing is for employees, associates, clients or suppliers – and it may differ depending on where you decide to hold your event.

Taxing Christmas parties at your workplace on a work day

• If you’re holding a Christmas party at your workplace and providing food and drink (including alcohol) on a work day, there may be no FBT payable for employees, clients, contractors or suppliers. These costs are FBT-exempt.

• Unfortunately, that means that there will be no income tax deduction and no GST credits to be claimed for your Christmas party either.

• FBT exemptions may apply if the cost is less than $300. This amount is considered a ‘minor exempt benefit’.

Taxing Christmas parties held at a restaurant, bar or other venue

• If you’re holding your Christmas party at a location other than your workplace, and providing food and drink (including alcohol) to employees and associates, FBT may be payable unless the costs of the party are less than $300 per employee.

Social media and family law – be careful what you post (and what you remove)

If you are going through a divorce or separation, you should avoid posting any information relating to your matter in case it is used as evidence in your matter, or you inadvertently breach Section 121 of the Family Law Act.

Social media posts showcase what people do on the weekend, and some of this behaviour may not be conducive to your family law matter. For example, posting about excessive alcohol intake when you are involved in a parenting dispute can be seen by your ex-partner (or given to your ex-partner by a third party).

Your image or post, if inappropriate, can then form evidence against you as an example of behaviour that is not child focused.

In addition, Section 121 of the Family Law Act prohibits publishing anything that may identify a person connected to the proceedings. You should not post anything in relation to the proceedings, any identifying information or anything derogatory about your ex-partner on social media.

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FAITH IN THE FUTURE

Immanuel Lutheran College is a pre-Prep to Year 12 coeducational campus with a future-focused approach. For more than 40 years, students have graduated from Immanuel and gone on to excel in many diverse fields.

RISE & SHINE KINDERGARTEN AIMS TO RAISE $20K FOR SICK CHILDREN

Rise & Shine Kindergarten is delighted to announce its charity partnership with Australian charity Supertee.

Founded by tradies and childhood friends Jason Sotiris and Yusuf Muklis, Supertee aims to help sick kids through their health battles by providing superhero-themed medical garments to replace traditional hospital gowns.

“The idea for the Supertee came to me while comforting my daughter Angela who was being treated for a cancer,” Supertee CEO Jason Sotiris says.

“I felt helpless not being able to do the simple task of putting clean clothes on her with IV drips, chest monitor cables and central lines making it impossible.

“So with absolutely no idea about clothing, but with a whole lot of passion, I invented a medical garment especially for children: the Supertee.”

To launch their partnership, Rise & Shine Kindergarten initially donated 300 Supertees.

Moving forward the childcare provider is donating a Supertee for each enrolment at its new centres.

They have set a goal of raising $20,000, which is equivalent to 450 Supertees, by mid-November and will host their own Supertee packing event in their Maroochy River centre.

Rise & Shine Kindergarten business director and founder, Marianne Zaki, is immensely proud of the partnership

with Supertee.

“It’s a charity that is very close to our hearts,” she says.

“Some of the children in our Rise & Shine community have been in the shoes of those we are striving to help.

“The spark in our community is shining bright, with everyone including our children and their families who are enthusiastic about improving the livelihoods of those contending with a critical illness.”

To learn more about this incredible charity or to donate a Supertee to help Rise & Shine meet their fundraising goal, check out their Facebook page: @riseandshinekindergarten

Immanuel graduates are known by their confidence and optimism; they are highly competent and contribute widely both within Australia and globally.

Immanuel has produced numerous Olympians, world-renowned doctors and medical researchers, CEOs, educators, engineers, financial and legal experts, opera singers and musicians.

But most importantly, Immanuel graduates are grounded with a sense of who they are in the world and live with a set of values founded in faith, reason and knowledge. Immanuel offers a holistic education where the whole child is the whole point. The college’s unique pastoral care, co-curricular and outdoor education programs combine with an academic program to produce successful graduates.

The world is changing at a phenomenal pace and within the education space, Immanuel is preparing graduates for jobs that haven’t yet been created.

For more, contact enrolments registrar Irene Dabinet on 5477 3441 or visit immanuel.qld.edu.au

Lutheran College offers a rich education for a well-rounded life. Discover Pacific Plus, a learning experience fostering the intellectual character of

highly able Middle College

Pacific Lutheran College students, Emily (Yr 9), Oliver (Yr 8), Isla (Yr 8) & Amy (Yr 9)

PACIFIC PLUS PROMPTS NATIONAL SUCCESS

Pacific Lutheran College Pacific Plus students recently celebrated an outstanding academic achievement of placing second at the 2022 National Future Problem Solving Competition in the largest division of the contest. This resulted in an invitation to the International Conference in America.

Pacific Plus offers a contemporary approach to meeting the affective and intellectual needs of highly able learners at Pacific Lutheran College.

Pacific Plus provides opportunity for these students to engage with developmentally appropriate extension and enrichment experiences together.

With teachers as mentors, Pacific Plus students engage with the problem-solving process to see an inquiry question through to a culminating performance of understanding, which includes service learning. Concept knowledge, creativity and intuitive theory formation are embraced, and PERMA and Lutheran Theology help shape the program.

“Authentic problem solving establishes an environment for developing agency, identity and relationships along with an awareness of optimism about the future,” says Middle College Head of Learning, Jo Belchamber.

“The success of the Pacific Plus program has been the fulfilment of student potential and development of their self-belief as they have pursued academic goals that are meaningful to them. To see young people passionate about self-directed learning goals and to watch them develop ideas into projects and action plans for the benefit of others has been inspiring.”

PLC Middle College students in Year 6, Year 7 and Year 8 have embraced the opportunity of an extended academic challenge offered by Pacific Plus.

“We love that we can learn new things,” Pacific Plus students Amy and Elouise say.

“There’s no limits and we get to develop something exciting that challenges us.”

Contact the college to book a tour, or visit pacificlutheran.qld.edu.au.

PREVIEW

LIFTS BUT HURDLES REMAIN

High rental yields are enticing property investors back to the market but there are still some hoops to jump through. Words: Ingrid Nelson.

With record high interstate migration and a chronic shortage of available rental properties in some locations, southeast Queensland has come back onto the radar for property investors, according to Pete Wargent, co-founder of Australia’s first national network of buyer’s agents, BuyersBuyers.

Mr Wargent says, “over recent months there has been a huge amount of uncertainty over the future of land tax legislation in the sunshine state.”

“As such, some existing landlords were preparing to sell their properties to avoid being slugged with thousands of extra dollars per annum in land tax.

“As we’ve pointed out before, the land tax changes weren’t logical, and were set to add further pressures onto an already chronically tight rental market.

“With the announcement of the shelving of land tax plans, investors are now looking at Queensland again, given the tremendous need for rental housing over the decade ahead out to the Brisbane Olympics in 2032 and beyond.”

BuyersBuyers CEO Doron Peleg says that flexible working arrangements and a

Accelerating success.

desire for lifestyle locations would see an ongoing demand for real estate in Brisbane, Gold Coast, and on the Sunshine Coast.

“Southeast Queensland has often been the main beneficiary of interstate migration, with southern buyers bringing their equity north to the warmer climate,” Mr Peleg says.

“The COVID pandemic accelerated the trend towards working remotely and working from home and has seen net interstate migration to the state rise to its highest ever level.

“We have also seen over the past few months the return of international students and skilled migrants from overseas.”

“Queensland had the highest

population growth in the nation last year, and this may continue for a little while longer.

Principal of Ray White Maroochydore Dan Sowden says while there is no statistical sign to suggest investors are returning to the property market, the high rental returns we are currently experiencing could entice them back to the market.

“What we have seen over the last two years is owner occupiers being prepared to pay more for properties than investors and although investors have been in the market, they were effectively being out-bid at auction. If prices soften and rental yields continue to rise, this may incentivise investors to return to the market.”

However, Mr Sowden warns we should not expect rental demand to slow any time soon due to increased building costs and new government legislation.

“With building costs up as much as 40 per cent, it is becoming untenable for investors to purchase land and build.

“Further building delays and the understandable risk around builder solvency places additional risk on the investor.

“The recently released Tenancy Legislation is very much prohibitive for investors,” he says.

“With some loss of control over the rental of their property, we are finding many have said that the pending legislation is just too difficult and have taken the opportunity this recent market has presented to sell out.”

Further, the recent backflip by the Queensland government on the investor based land tax caused unnecessary concern for the many investors who own property on the Sunshine Coast.

“Some investors made the quick decision to sell before the land tax came to fruition, but it also stalled new enquiry from southern investors.”

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Commanding the northern end of a highly sought after waterfront cul-de-sac sits this stunning, modern residence. Finished to the utmost standard and complimented not only by the position but also by the striking water views, this property represents Sunshine Coast living at its best. Beautifully appointed, this home merges the best of both worlds; the convenience of low maintenance living and luxe finishes spread over a spacious, meticulously designed floor plan.

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lot and within walking distance to everything Buderim has to offer, properties like this one are very rarely available. Situated over two levels, this spacious property offers 4 bedrooms plus a study nook upstairs. Downstairs has multiple rooms, a generously sized kitchen and a dining room that over looks the large rear garden. Currently being used as a home business, the layout would work for either use - a home for a family or a business (STCA).

This 4-bedroom sub-penthouse has now become available for the

to live in and cherish for many years to come. Covering the entire level of the 6th

this property has increased privacy with lift access directly to your apartment. Having been recently painted and new carpets installed, the home is offered to the market in excellent condition and is ready to move straight in. To book a private inspection please contact Loren

Richard before you miss out.

Fri, 28 Oct, 6pm

Open from 5:30pm

14 Garema Court, Mountain Creek Brodie Rodgers 0406 501 684 Jai Bellhouse 0448 110 266

Sat, 29 Oct, 10am

Open from 9:30am

14 Albatross Avenue, Aroona Steve Nelson 0405 032 955

Open from 9:30am

44 Elkhorn Street, Kuluin Rowan Woodbine 0497 076 418

Open from 9:30am

22 Gannawarra Street, Currimundi Tom Garland 0412 161 123

Open from 9:30am

32/1 Poinse a Court, Mooloolaba Jus n Wijaya 0479 135 990

Sat, 29 Oct, 11am

Open from 10:30am

51 Village Way, Li le Mountain Rebecca Capper 0414 454 835

Jason Jaeger 0414 703 873

Open from 10:30am 1105/14-20 Aerodrome Road, Maroochydore

Pam Thomas 0438 272 096

Megan Murray 0414 734 929

Open from 10:30am

8 Claremont Street, Buderim Mitch Rowe 0418 456 176 Brodie Rodgers 0406 501 684

Open from 10:30am

7 Ribbonwood Street, Sippy Downs Simon Howe 0418 401 300

Sat, 29 Oct, 12pm

Open from 11:30am

31 Inves gator Place, Pelican Waters Dwight Ferguson 0412 385 720 Grant Barne 0410 573 114

Open from 11:30am 7 Coorong Street, Wurtulla Adam Budd 0411 808 595

Sat, 29 Oct, 1pm

Open from 12:30pm

13 Athenree Place, Li le Mountain Jae Doyle 0412 887 769

Sat, 29 Oct, 2pm

Open from 1:30pm 18 Petrie Creek Road, Nambour Simon Howe 0418 401 300

Open from 1:30pm 17A Bartle Street, Nambour Peter King 0408 798 346 Fiona Rawson 0401 186 261

this week’s open homes & private inspections

Alexandra Headland

623/10 Okinja Road 3 bed 2 bath 1 car Sat 9-9:30am

17/268 Alexandra Parade 2 bed 1 bath 1 car Sat 12-12:30pm

17/268 Alexandra Parade 3 bed 2 bath 1 car Wed 2nd 4-4:30pm

623/10 Okinja Road 3 bed 2 bath 1 car Wed 2nd 5-5:30pm

Aroona

14 Albatross Avenue 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 9:30-10am

Ba ery Hill

78 Coonowrin Street 3 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 1-1:30pm

Beerwah

17 Coastal Avenue 3 bed 1 bath 1 car Sat 9:30-10am Bir nya

10 Sunny Lane 3 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 1-1:30pm

5/281 Bir nya Boulevard 1 bed 1 bath 1 car Sat 3-3:30pm

86 Prosperity Drive 3 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 3-3:30pm

24/99 Biritnya Boulevard 2 bed 1 bath 1 car Jus n Wijaya 0479 135 990 504/1 Mantra Esplanade 3 bed 2 bath 1 car Will Van den Dungen 0438 130 188

Bli Bli

52 Atkinson Road 4 bed 2 bath 3 car Natasha Hackenberg 0401 601 691

18 Burtons Road 6 bed 3 bath 12 car Natasha Hackenberg 0401 601 691

33 Do erell Drive 3 bed 1 bath 3 car Natasha Hackenberg 0401 601 691

3 Lyra Court 5 bed 2 bath 2 car Ma hew McAuliffe 0412 111 608

1A School Road 5 bed 3 bath 2 car Ma hew McAuliffe 0412 111 608

32 Tamin Place 5 bed 2 bath 2 car Cameron Hackenberg 0421 504 479

34 Wharf Road 4 bed 3 bath 4 car Rachel Meyers 0411 699 619

Bokarina

190 Oceanic Drive 5 bed 3 bath 2 car Sat 12:45-1:15pm

Residence One of 8 Bluebird Parade 3 bed 2.5 bath 2 car Ryan Bradeley 0418 793 670

Buddina

7 Harbour Parade 5 bed 2 bath 5 car Sat 1-1:30pm

21/3 Pacific Boulevard 2 bed 2 bath 1 car Sat 1-1:30pm

Residence One of 5 Curbarra Street 3 bed 2 bath 2 car Ryan Bradeley 0418 793 670

52B Undara Avenue 3 bed 2.5 bath 2 car Ryan Bradeley 0418 793 670

Buderim

32 William Street 4 bed 3 bath 2 car Thurs 27th 5-5:30pm

6 Nyes Crescent 4 bed 3 bath 4 car Sat 10-10:30am

32 William Street 4 bed 3 bath 2 car Sat 10:30-11am

10:30-11am

10:30-11am

Sat 11-11:30am

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Wed, 2 Nov, 6pm

LIVESTREAM

11/17 King Street, Buderim Gregory Ward 0497 059 029

LIVESTREAM 12/6-8 Alexandra Pde, Maroochydore Jus n Wijaya 0479 135 990

Sold prior to auction

8 Lindeman Avenue, Buderim Gregory Ward 0497 059 029

Thurs, 3 Nov, 6pm

LIVESTREAM

3 Starling Crescent, Peregian Springs Gregory Ward 0497 059 029

In Rooms

S.C. Func on Centre

19 West Terrace, Caloundra Thurs, 3 Nov, 11am

10 Alice Street, Currimundi Andrew Garland 0403 851 777

6/9 Princess Lane, Kings Beach Julie Shirvington 0418 710 018

6 Bolwarra Place, Meridan Plains Tom Garland 0412 161 123

Sat 12-12:30pm

Sat 12-12:30pm

Sat 1-1:30pm

Sat 1-1:45pm

Street 7 bed 3 bath 4 car Sat 2-2:30pm

251/8 Starling Street 2 bed 2 bath 1 car Sat 2-2:30pm

14 Chelsea Rose Close 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Tues 1st Nov 5-5:30pm

Buderim Pines Drive 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Jodi Price 0412 278 658

Caloundra

409/12 Otranto Avenue 3 bed 2 bath 2 car Fri 28th 12-12:30pm

Chevallum

256 Dales Road 4 bed 2 bath 6 car Sat 12-1pm

Currimundi

22 Gannawarra Street 4 bed 3 bath 2 car Fri 28th 10-10:30am

10 Alice Street 5 bed 3 bath 2 car Fri 28th 2:30-3pm

Gannawarra Street 4 bed 3 bath 2 car Sat 9.30-10am

10 Alice Street 5 bed 3 bath 2 car Sat 12-12:30pm

Dicky Beach

32/2 Lyon Street 2 bed 1 bath 1 car Sat 11-11:30am

33 Dicky Beach Close 4 bed 3 bath 2 car Sat 1-1:30pm

Eerwah Vale

32 Mount Eerwah Road 4 bed 3 bath 6 car Rachel Meyers 0411 699 619

Glenview

7 Millstream Place 4 bed 2 bath 6 car Sat 9-9:30am Golden Beach

4/33 Kennedy Parade 2 bed 1 bath 1 car Fri 28th 11-11:30am

33/1 Raleigh Street 3 bed 2 bath 2 car Fri 28th 12-12:30pm

4/33 Kennedy Parade 2 bed 1 bath 1 car Sat 11-11:30am

33/1 Raleigh Street 3 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 12-12:30pm

10/21 Landsborough Parade 2 bed 1 bath 1 car Natascha Drexel-Munro 0410 081 970

Kawana Island

12/10 Grand Parade 3 bed 2 bath 2 car Will Van den Dungen 0438 130 188 14 Seychelles Place 5 bed 2 bath 2 car Will Van den Dungen 0438 130 188

Kings Beach

1/14 Mahia Terrace 2 bed 1 bath 1 car Sat 10-10:30am 6/9 Princess Lane 2 bed 1 bath 1 car Sat 11-11:30am

11/44 Edmund Street 3 bed 2 bath 1 car Natascha Drexel-Munro 0410 081 970

1/40 Verney Street 3 bed 2 bath 1 car Natascha Drexel-Munro 0410 081 970

23 Saltair Street 5 bed 2 bath 4 car Natascha Drexel-Munro 0410 081 970

2/32 Saltair Street 2 bed 2 bath 1 car Natascha Drexel-Munro 0410 081 970

3/32 Victoria Terrace 2 bed 2 bath 1 car Natascha Drexel-Munro 0410 081 970

Kuluin

44 Elkhorn Street 3 bed 1 bath 2 car Sat 9:30-10am

1 Grenfell Court 4 bed 1 bath 2 car Ma hew McAuliffe 0412 111 608

Landsborough

10 Bella Street 3 bed 1 bath 2 car Sat 3-3:30pm

Lots 1, 3, 4, 5/10 Bella Street land Simon Howe 0418 401 300

Li le Mountain

51 Village Way 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Fri 28th 10-10:30am

51 Village Way 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 10-10:30am

13 Athenree Place 5 bed 1 bath 2 car Sat 12:30-1pm

Mapleton

23 Deodar Court 3 bed 2 bath 1 car Sat 1:30-2pm

Maroochydore

1105/14-20 Aerodrome Road 2 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 10:30-11am

25/132-136 Duporth Avenue 3 bed 2 bath 1 car Sat 11-11:30am

3 Jalumba Street 3 bed 1 bath 1 car Sat 11-11:30am

12/6-8 Alexandra Parade 2 bed 1 bath 1 car Sat 11-11:30am

11 Vaughan Avenue 3 bed 1 bath 1 car Sat 12-12:30pm

19 Min Street 3 bed 1 bath 1 car Sat 1:30-2pm

Meridan Plains

25 Hayman Lane 2 bed 2 bath 2 car Fri 28th 11-11:30am

6 Bolwarra Place 4 bed 3 bath 2 car Fri 28th 12-12:30pm

25 Hayman Lane 2 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 11-11:30am

6 Bolwarra Place 4 bed 3 bath 2 car Sat 12-12:30pm

Minyama

2 Bangalow Street 3 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 10-10:30am

96/8 Longwood Street 2 bed 1 bath 1 car Sat 10-10:30am

18 Balemo Street 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 4-4:30pm

8A Saint Vincents Court 5 bed 3 bath 2 car Jodi Price 0412 278 658

Moffat Beach

3/38 McIlwraith Street 2 bed 1 bath 1 car Sat 11-11:30am

Montville

36 Balmoral Road 3 bed 1 bath 2 car Cameron Hackenberg 0421 504 479

Mooloolaba

32/1 Poinse a Court 3 bed 2 bath 1 car Sat 9:30-10am

16/1 Poinse a Court 3 bed 2 bath 1 car Sat 10-10:30am

4/14 Douglas Street 2 bed 1 bath 1 car Sat 11-11:30am

2/2-10 Neerim Drive 2 bed 1 bath 1 car Sat 11-11:30am

2/2-12 Burne Street 2 bed 2 bath 1 car Sat 2-2:30pm

71 Palm Drive 3 bed 1 bath 2 car Ryan Bradeley 0418 793 670

Mountain Creek

14 Garema Court 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Fri 28th 5:30-6pm

54/2 Pho nia Crescent 3 bed 2.5 bath 2 car Sat 11-11:30am

54/2 Pho nia Crescent 3 bed 2.5 bath 2 car Sat 3-3:30pm

Mount Mellum

5 Ocean View Road 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 2-2:30pm

Nambour

16 Reflec on Court 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Thurs 27th 5-5:30pm

16 Reflec on Court 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 9-9:30am

3 Elizabeth Street 4 bed 1 bath 1 car Sat 10-10:30am

18 Petrie Creek Road 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 1:30-2pm

17A Bartle Street 2 bed 1 bath 2 car Sat 1:30-2pm

25 Imagina on Drive 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Cameron Hackenberg 0421 504 479

Ninderry

72 Jensen Road 3 bed 1 bath 2 car Ed Hackenberg 0499 199 360

11 Karnu Drive 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Greg Clarke 0418 239 067

Nirimba

19 Harry Street 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 2-2:30pm

Palmview

14 Tadorna Street 4 bed 3 bath 2 car Sat 10-10:30am

3 Paw Paw Place 4 bed 2.5 bath 2 car Sat 12-12:30pm

Palmwoods

2/28 Bonaparte Place 3 bed 2 bath 1 car Sat 9-9:30am

146-148 Woombye Palmwoods Road 5 bed 3 bath 2 car Sat 10-10:30am

6 Red Jacket Court 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 11-11:30am

13-19 Cardinal Court 4 bed 3 bath 4 car Sat 12-12:30pm

Parklands

12 Jacaranda Drive 3 bed 1 bath 2 car Kathy Mulheron 0481 313 336

Pelican Waters

20 Kalowendha Avenue 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 11-11:30am

31 Inves gator Place 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 11:30am-12pm 207/38 Mahogany Drive 1 bed 1 bath 1 car Mon 31st 4-4:30pm

Rosemount

38 Lemon Grove Place 4 bed 3 bath 2 car Sat 10-10:30am

Sippy Downs

40 Chesterton Crescent 3 bed 2 bath 1 car Sat 10-10:30am

7 Ribbonwood Street 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 10:30-11am

2/2 Braemar Road 3 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 11-11:30am

608/14-16 High Street 3 bed 2 bath 2 car Jodi Price 0412 278 658

Tanawha

532 Wilson Road 3 bed 1 bath 4 car Sat 9-9:30am

Twin Waters

42 Wa lebird Drive 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Greg Clarke 0418 239 067

Warana

9 Ilaroo Crescent 3 bed 1 bath 2 car Sat 9-9:30am

Woombye

30A Kiel Mountain Road 6 bed 4 bath 7 car Sat 10-10:45am

68 Planta on Rise Drive 5 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 11-11:45am

Wurtulla

7 Coorong Street 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 11:30am-12pm 47/46 Rega a Boulevard 2 bed 1 bath 2 car Sat 2-2:30pm

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From the street front, the pandanus tree and natural sandstone ground-to-ceiling feature stone wall are clear testaments to the coastal surrounds, along with the Mount Coolum backdrop – focal points of life in the Boardwalk Beachside Estate. The kitchen is the entertainment centre of this home, with a five metre stone island bench with full-length breakfast bar overlooking the spacious main lounge/dining –both opening through bifold doors to the undercover outdoor area and private pool with its own sandstone feature wall.

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COOLUM 4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car

For Sale: $1,875,000

North Shore Realty Sunshine Coast 5448 7444

Johnson 0488 989 363 Jay Pashley 0407

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COASTAL CHIC BOARDWALK ENTERTAINER’S HOME

• Impressively elegant frameless glass door reveals an absolutely stunning entry, soaring ceilings & sandstone wall extending into the home

• Large separate pavilion style media room or office with high ceilings, natural light, & ventilation

• The kitchen is the entertainment centre of the home with 5m stone island bench, full length breakfast bar overlooks the lounge / dining area

• Large bi-fold doors open to the undercover outdoor area & private pool with its own sand stone feature wall

• Upper level consists of four very good-sized bedrooms with main bathroom featuring separate spa bath & double vanity

• The main bedroom features walk-through built-in wardrobes to a great sized ensuite, a double shower & double vanity

• The double garage is also oversized & with extra height to 2.9m which allows for larger beach/family or tradie sized vehicles

• Located in a quiet cul-de-sac, this well thought out home has been built for a very comfortable lifestyle in a premium position

• The beach, shopping centre & local cafés are all within easy walking distance & Sunshine Coast Airport is only 5 minutes away

• Our sellers have already moved on to their new home so this one is available for immediate occupation and needs to be sold

RECENTLY RENOVATED VILLA WITH STUNNING VIEWS

• Like to live close to Mt Coolum Golf Course & surf beach? This property is for you

• Newly renovated galley-style kitchen with stone benchtops & splashback

• Freshly painted throughout, with new flooring, window furnishings, ceiling fans, & lighting

• Exclusive courtyard area, private balcony with incredible views of Mt Coolum National Park & Golf Course

• Low maintenance property with no work to be done, low Body Corporate fees & a pet-friendly complex

• Cool off in the complex pool &

View Saturday & Wednesday 11-11:30am

Price $1,875,000

Walter Johnson 0488 989 363 walter@northshorerealty.com.au

Sale

HOUSE SIZED DUPLEX FOOTSTEPS TO THE BEACH!

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CONSTRUCTION SET FOR COMPLETION EARLY

Three and four bedroom options available and located in the very popular coastal town of Caloundra.

The good sized master bedrooms are located on the top floor with ample storage and well-designed master ensuites. An additional two bedrooms and guest bathroom are also located on the top floor and feature cosy interior finishes.

Cleverly designed four out of the eight townhouses also include guest suites consisting of large spacious ensuites, ample storage, kitchenette facilities

and all open out to a private courtyard. The impressive kitchen draws in an abundance of natural light and highlights the expansive open plan living area. With a seamless transition from this stunning room to the private outdoor balcony it instantly feels like the outdoor area is an extension of the interior and enhances the sense of space.

Appealing coastal lifestyle, central location, walking distance to restaurants, shops, local schools and only minutes away from Moffat, Shelly and Bulcock beaches.

SOAK UP THE RIVER VIEWS

Welcome to a charming, character-filled apartment boasting an idyllic lifestyle in one of the Sunshine Coast’s most desirable locations! Situated in the heart of the Mooloolaba, it offers endless potential to create the lifestyle you’ve always desired. Positioned directly opposite the booming Mooloolaba Wharf precinct, you are swept away by stunning Mooloolah River views the moment you walk in the front door. The open-plan living and dining space open to the balcony overlooking the river and parkland. Located in a boutique building consisting of only six apartments, it offers a fantastic opportunity for the away owner or investor alike.

3/58 RIVER ESPLANADE, MOOLOOLABA

2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Auction on site Saturday October 29 at 10am

Define Property Grant Whisker 0415 856 575

KOMBI STREET, BOKARINA

$3.2M

7 Bed, 4 Bath, 6+ Car, The Property League, Darren & Jenny Rix 0416 188 259 / 0404 256

7-13 QUIET VALLEY CRESCENT, BUDERIM

Passed in for $2.35m

4 Bed, 3 Bath, 2 Car, Pool, Ray White, Robert & Sally Horne, 0429 508 705 / 0409 561

16 REFLECTION COURT NAMBOUR

Contact agent

4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car, Ray White, Michael Scott, 0488 969 970

4/33 K ENNEDY PARADE, GOLDEN BEACH

Contact agents

2 Bed, 1 Bath, 1 Car, Ray White, Ray & Linda Daniels, 0407 919 276 / 0417 072 805

41 NICKLIN WAY, BUDDINA SOLD $630,000

3 Bed, 1 Bath, 2 Car, Ray White, Jodie Price, 0412 278 658

27 NARAMBI STREET, WARANA

SOLD POST-AUCTION: $975,000

3 Bed, 1 Bath, 1 Car, Ray White, Taylor Sierp, 0402 318 443

201/25 BADEN POWELL STREET, MAROOCHYDORE

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER: $627,000

2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Car, Ray White, Reuben Park, 0413 371 696

228 Western Avenue, Montville (El Dorado)

17 BRINGENBRONG DR IVE, BUDERIM SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER: PRICE WITHHELD

4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car, Ray White, Brodie Rodgers/Rob Horne, 0406 501 684 / 0429 508 705

6 RED JACKET COURT, PALMWOODS Passed in at $850,000

4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car, Ray White, Chevonne Rees 0473 810 820

11 YARINGA AVENUE, BUDDINA

Contact agent

4 Bed, 3 Bath, 2 Car, Ray White, Ray Bradeley, 0418 793 670

22/137 MOOLOOLABA ESPLANADE, MOOLOOLABA

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER: $1.29M

3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Car, Ray White, Steven Allen, 0416 110 918

*As supplied by contributing real estate agencies

For more auction results and property stories visit sunshinecoastnews.com.au

OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS

Sitting on a large 1808 sqm flat lot and within walking distance to everything Buderim has to offer, properties like this are very rarely available. The owners have relocated and want this property sold. Situated over two levels, this spacious property offers four bedrooms, plus a study nook upstairs, with an ensuite to the master bedroom and a further shared bathroom. Downstairs has multiple rooms, a generously sized kitchen and a dining room that overlooks the large rear garden. With ample undercover parking and huge spaces both at the front and rear of the property, this large family home has so much to offer. There is also a covered rear patio and a double shed.

34 GLOUCESTER ROAD, BUDERIM

4 bed, 3 bath, 4 car

For sale: Contact Agent

Next Property Group 1300 400 777

Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188

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Okay my ocean lovers it’s time for you to help educate the new generation and yourself and go for a walk along our shorelines after all this foul weather. Pick up a bag or grab a doggy bag from council dispensers and pick up some rubbish along the beach. If you want to inspire your kids, tell them you are going to save some turtles. There is loads of plastic washed up that needs collection. Don’t be the person who walks past it.

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6pm American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG) 8.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. (M) 9.30 Outback Truckers. (PG) 10.30 Outback Truckers. 11.30 Hustle & Tow.

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6pm Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 9.30 Mom. (PG) 10.20 Mom. (M) 10.45 Mom. (PG) 11.10 Frasier. (PG)

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