My Weekly Preview Issue 758. May 25, 2023

Uniting the nation

coming together to celebrate and honour our rich culture and heritage

Every White’s IGA store is stocked to meet the needs of our community. With locally sourced food that nourishes the body and an assortment of options to suit every shopper, our stores are made for you.

We invite you to browse the aisles, explore the products and chat to our team of loc al foodies - we’d love to see you.

“We want you to feel welcome every single time you step through the door. That means we pay attention to the little things. Your favourite products on the shelves, a friendly smile at check out, and the best possible pricesour team is here to help.”

Roz & Michael White

From the editor

This week marks the beginning of National Reconciliation Week, a time for all Australians to reflect on the relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples and to work towards a more just and equitable future.

We all have a role to play when it comes to reconciliation – as individuals, families, communities, organisations, and importantly as a nation. This year’s National Reconciliation Week theme, Be a Voice for Generations, urges all Australians to use their power, their words and their actions to create a better Australia for us all.

This week, our feature story shines the spotlight on the history of National Reconciliation Week as well as the raft of events happening across the region to celebrate its importance. We also have some gorgeous winter essentials to inspire in our style pages, as well as all the latest news and events for the local business community.

Until next time, enjoy the read!

Ingrid Nelson inelson@myweeklypreview.com.au

Win

Win a Double Pass to The Barley Shakes!

Saturday, June 10 at The Imperial Hotel Eumundi is sure to be a big night of Irish celebration and good times with The Barleyshakes full bank, supported by Jam and Scones. Adored throughout Australia and beyond for their “bent” Irish sound, The Barleyshakes are winners of the Queensland Music Award for World Music. Their live shows continue to take audiences on a joy-filled ride wherever they perform. We are giving away one double pass to see them perform.

For your chance to win, visit our website: myweeklypreview.com.au.

NEW MINISTER VOWS TO UNLOCK MORE HOUSING

Newly inducted housing minister Meaghan Scanlon says she’s ready to tackle the complex issues facing many Queenslanders.

Queensland’s new housing minister has promised to work quickly to ease the state’s accommodation crisis.

Having taken over the troubled portfolio recently, Meaghan Scanlon said she was up to the task, which included renewed calls to turn a Brisbane quarantine facility into emergency housing for the homeless.

“I’m ready for the challenge of taking on what I know is a complex problem,”

she said while touring the building site of an affordable housing precinct with Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk recently.

“We’re having conversations around how we can unlock more supply and I also want to make sure we roll out the investments we currently have as quickly as possible.”

Ms Scanlon said the precinct under construction in Brisbane’s inner south was a small step in addressing the social housing required across the state.

The minister and the premier faced questions on using the Pinkenba quarantine centre as emergency accommodation, as the state grapples with increasing homelessness and a shortage of social housing.

Ms Palaszczuk said state and federal officials were meeting to discuss the future of the site, which was built by the former Morrison government in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“It is in an isolated area,” the premier said. “It’s not just an easy fix of transport.”

“You’d have to have cooking facilities but you’d also have to look at what is the cohort of people that could go in there.”

“All of those issues are being talked about and we are engaging actively with non-government organisations.”

Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said there was “no time to waste” in using Pinkenba for emergency accommodation, and welcomed talks with the new minister.

Ms Scanlon replaced Leeanne Enoch in a reshuffle by the premier, who conceded “we need to do better” on key voter concerns such as health, housing and youth crime.

Opposition Leader David Crisafulli said the government had not met one target on social housing during its eight years in power.

“There are 33 per cent less lots released today than they were eight years ago in Queensland, which means it’s less chance for a young person to buy a house,” he said.

Mr Crisafulli said the LNP’s solutions included infrastructure partnerships with councils and the community housing sector and social housing targets, where the minister would be held accountable. -AAP

SIDE HUSTLERS WARNED AS ATO CRACKS DOWN

Social media influencers and people with side hustles will come under scrutiny this tax season as the Australian Taxation Office cracks down on businesses amid the cost-of-living crisis.

From July 1, tax officials will use sophisticated data-matching and analytical tools to catch taxpayers who under-report their income.

As people find new ways to make money due to rising inflation, ATO Assistant Commissioner Tim Loh says it is important for anyone supplementing their income with side gigs to pay the correct amount of tax.

“While there are always new and different ways to make money, the tax obligations remain the same,” Mr Loh says. “Don’t fall into the trap of forgetting to include all your income thinking the ATO won’t notice.”

Side hustles include everything from earning money online through digital platforms like YouTube and Instagram to ride share or food delivery services.

Mr Loh says it is sometimes hard to tell if a side hustle is technically a business and not every money-making gig is considered to be a business.

The ATO will launch a new advertising campaign to help taxpayers better understand their obligations if their side hustle is making money. -AAP

Meaghan Scanlon, the new Queensland Minister for Housing

Appetite for planets Did you know?

The number of thunderstorms you witness tends to depend on where on Earth you live. For instance, Kampala, Uganda, is home to the most lightning on the planet, with 280 thunderstorm days per year. However, overall, there are 16 million thunderstorms annually on Earth. That turns out to be about 2000 thunderstorms at any given time, the National Severe Storms Laboratory reports.

By the numbers

Some stars devour planets. A study conducted by researchers at the Osservatorio Astronomico di Padova in Italy and published in Nature Astronomy in 2021, a quarter of sun-like stars have a habit of swallowing up the planets around them. However, it’s not likely that Earth will have to deal with this issue as the study focused on systems that have binary pairs of stars instead of a single one like our own.

Do you remember?

Remember Australia’s incredible second-place finish in 2016’s Eurovision song contest, when Brisbane’s Dami Im performed Sound of Silence? What many people don’t know is that Dami received no votes from Australia. The rankings of five-person juries of music professionals from each of the 42 competing countries counted for 50 per cent of the grand final outcome, with the other half determined by viewers. Fans and juries could not vote for their own country’s entrant. That was the first time the winner was determined this way, after Eurovision changed its processes. Analysis has shown that under the old system, Dami would have won.

Today in history – May 25

1963 – A total of 32 African countries form a coalition against white rule. The Organisation of African Unity (OAU) was founded to promote decolonisation and end white minority governments in Africa. The OAU was replaced by the African Union in 2002.

1977 – The first Star Wars film is released. The epic space opera from George Lucas is one of the most popular works in movie history.

1979 – American Airlines flight 191 crashes shortly after take-off. The now infamous photo showing the lopsided DC-10 hurtling towards the ground at O’Hare International Airport in Chicago is one of the most horrifying images in aviation history. All 271 people on board died.

Word of the day

Someone or something that expresses sadness or sentimentality in an exaggerated way.

“It makes a big difference in your life when you stay positive.”

–

Ellen DeGeneres, US comedian, television host, actress and producer

Coming together as one

Meaningful relationships are something that require an abundant amount of respect, care and time to build and maintain.

Whether it be our personal relationships with family, friends and loved ones, or with colleagues, peers and the wider community – relationships are the very fabric of the human race.

There is an important relationship in Australia that as a nation we are attempting to mend, strengthen and acknowledge with the respect it deserves – the relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.

And next week, as a nation, we are about to recognise and celebrate an event that honours our country’s ancient heritage and current richness of culture.

May 27 to June 3 marks the annual National Reconciliation Week (NRW) and the 2023. This year’s theme is Be a Voice for Generations.

NRW is a time for all Australians to learn about shared histories, cultures and achievements, and to further contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.

The week is bookended by two significant milestones in the reconciliation journey – the successful 1967 referendum, and the High Court Mabo decision.

On May 27, 1967 the referendum saw more than 90 per cent of Australians vote to give the Australian Government power to make laws for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and to be counted

as part of the population.

On June 3, 1992 the Australian High Court delivered the Mabo decision, which altered the foundation of land law in Australia. Eddie Koiki Mabo fought to become the first person to successfully challenge the High Court of Australia about Native Title Rights. The concept of ‘terra nullius’, which meant that the land belonged to no one prior to European settlement, was overturned. It led to the legal recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of lands, and the passing of the Native Title Act 1993.

Reconciliation Australia is the peak body for reconciliation in Australia. The independent not-for profit organisation promotes and facilitates reconciliation by building relationships, respect and trust between the wider Australian community and First Nations peoples.

Reconciliation Australia CEO Karen Mundine says this year’s theme calls on Australians to honour the work of generations past who fought for justice in Australia and to work together today to tackle the unfinished business of reconciliation for the generations to come.

She says reconciliation is about building a more united nation that respects and takes pride in 65,000 years of First Nations history.

“There has long been a strong thread in Australian history of people striving to build a just society,” Ms Mundine says.

“Australian history has included many

examples of non-First Nations Australians who stood with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people during early strikes, protests and notably during the 1967 referendum. Australia has a long record of inspiring allyship and solidarity to address centuries of racism and injustice.

“This National Reconciliation Week we urge all Australians to follow in this

tradition to be a voice for generations, while also imagining a better country for future generations.”

The Uluru Statement from the Heart is a significant next chapter on the path to reconciliation. It is an invitation to the Australian people from First Nations Australians to establish a First Nations Voice to Parliament.

Ms Mundine says recent research indicates strong community support for the Voice to Parliament, for the purpose of treaty making and truth-telling.

She refers to the 2022 Australian Reconciliation Barometer (ARB) which shows 80 per cent of all Australians believe the creation of a national representative Indigenous body is important.

Further to this, Ms Mundine says 79 per cent believe such a body should be protected under the constitution.

“And there is growing support for a Treaty between First Nations and other Australians with a 19 per cent increase from 53 per cent in 2020 to 72 per cent today,” she adds.

“Support for truth-telling also remains very high at 83 per cent for the general community and 87 per cent for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander respondents.”

The ARB is a national research survey – conducted every two years – that looks at the relationship between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other Australians, and how perceptions affect progress towards reconciliation.

It surveyed a national sample of 532

National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to join together to celebrate our rich heritage and culture. WORDS: Caitlin Zerafa.

“Australia has a long record of inspiring allyship and solidarity to address centuries of racism and injustice”

Karen Mundine

Lyndon Davis

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and 1990 general community members, across all states and territories.

Closer to home, the Sunshine Coast Reconciliation Group (SCRG) works on a local level to foster relations between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.

The SCRG was the first reconciliation group in Queensland, formed in 1997.

Since then, the not-for-profit organisation has supported many Indigenous causes with donations of goods, services, money and by serving on committees and organising events that support First Nations people.

Fiona McGill is the SCRG chair and was present at a pivotal reconciliation walk in 2001, the same year Reconciliation Australia was established.

“300,000 people walked across the Harbour Bridge in Sydney to express their collective sorry for the Stolen Generations,” Ms McGill says.

“I was part of that walk.

“It was not a hard thing to do, indeed it was an exhilarating experience to acknowledge and express regret for our history of conflict and oppression of

Indigenous people.”

Today, one of the group’s biggest events is the annual Aunty Betty Memorial Reconciliation Walk, which takes place during NRW.

This year it will be held on May 31 at Dicky Beach, led by Gubbi Gubbi educator Lyndon Davis, and his Gubbi Gubbi dance troupe.

“Aunty Betty was a founding member of our group and our patron for many years,” Ms McGill says.

“She was a tireless voice for better understanding between peoples and was well known and admired by many in our community.

“Our walk in her honour brings together Elders and children from all over the region to learn about our local area, its history and its natural environment, in a festive setting – a voice for generations past, present and future.”

Acknowledging the reconciliation process is well understood and appreciated by many in the community, Ms McGill says there is always room for more to be done.

“Unfortunately, some are still of the opinion that assimilation and the fading out of Indigenousness would be a better outcome,” she says.

“However, we know from history and other countries that assimilation is a path to oppression, denigration and poverty.

“The Uluru Statement from the Heart offers us a better way: the recognition of our nation’s particular and extraordinary history and mix of cultures, along with providing a forum for Indigenous people to advise Government on better ideas to achieve solutions to the problems that plague Indigenous communities.”

SCRG will hold two seminars in June on the Voice to Parliament Referendum proposal. The first will be on June 15 at the Maleny Community Centre, and the second on June 16 at the Kawana Community Hall.

For information on the Sunshine Coast Reconciliation Group, or tickets to the seminar visit scrgi.org.au.

A brief history on National Reconciliation Week

National Reconciliation Week started as the Week of Prayer for Reconciliation in 1993 – the International Year of the World’s Indigenous Peoples.

In 1996, the Council for Aboriginal Reconciliation launched Australia’s first NRW.

In 2001, Reconciliation Australia was established to continue to provide national leadership on reconciliation. In the same year, around 300,000 people walked across Sydney Harbour Bridge, and bridges in cities and towns across the country, as part of NRW to show support.

Today, NRW is recognised in workplaces, schools and early learning services, community organisations and groups, and by individuals Australia-wide.

DID YOU KNOW?

Sunshine Coast Council was the first council in Queensland to develop a Reconciliation Action Plan in partnership with Reconciliation Australia back in 2011.

Community portfolio councillor David Law says NRW is a time for the Sunshine Coast to learn and explore how as a community we can adopt reconciliation in everyday life.

“We have placed a high priority on building stronger relationships with First Nations peoples, valuing their cultures and heritage and their contribution to the social fabric of our community.”

The council recognised 2023 Reconciliation Week with a launch event hosted on Jinibara Country at Mapleton on May 24.

RECONCILIATION WEEK EVENTS ACROSS THE REGION

There is a raft of events happening across the region between May 27 and June 3 to mark Reconciliation Week locally.

Online library resources: Sunshine Coast Council Libraries will host a range of activities and provide resources across the week. Visit library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

Suncorp Super Netball First Nations

Round: Catch the Sunshine Coast Lightning take on the Collingwood Magpies at UniSC Arena (Kabi Kabi Country) for the First Nations Round on May 27. Tickets: premier. ticketek.com.au.

Film event: On May 29 at 7pm, the Strand Cinema at Caloundra will be showing the Australian crime thriller Limbo, presented for Reconciliation Week as part of the Caloundra Film Festival. Tickets: caloundrafilmfestival.com.

Aunty Betty Memorial Reconciliation

Walk: All are welcome to join Sunshine Coast Reconciliation Group Inc. to celebrate the life and work of Patron Aunty Betty McMahon at the 2023 Aunty Betty Memorial Reconciliation Walk. The free event begins at 10am on May 31 at Dicky Beach Park, on the corner of Wilson Avenue and Beerburrum Street. Visit scrgi.org.au.

Gubbi Gubbi tradition of bark canoe building: Join canoe builder and First Nations local Lyndon Davis and gain a rare insight into the Gubbi Gubbi tradition of bark canoe building. This free community event is on Thursday, June 1 from 10am to 11am at Landsborough Museum, 4 Maleny Street. Register: heritage.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

Minister for Indigenous Australians Linda Burney and Fiona McGill

VIP Master Class launch for SunnyKids

Guests enjoyed scrumptious canapes by Rice Boi and a delicious selection of wines while networking and meeting fellow sponsors and supporters of the 2023 Travis Schultz and Partners Winemakers Master Class, backed by Nab Private Wealth for SunnyKids. A great evening was had by all.

Images: Raw Lens Media

Cheryl Ryan, Jocelyn Walker

Sally Desch, Rohan Shell, Scott Norris

Natasha Hall, Chris & Rachel Harris, John Burnie

Darren Martens, Neville Martens, Aaron Crick

Montana Morrison, Jemma Barnard, Kelly Phelps, Tenikka Mogno

Nambour Chamber coffee meet-up

Local business owners and Nambour Chamber of Commerce members enjoyed a delicious free coffee at Small Change Espresso, thanks to C21 Living Local. They were able to meet other likeminded business professionals and celebrate upcoming events in the town.

Images: Martin Duncan

Rhonda Billett, Jemma Slater

Jenny McKay, Matt Wall

David Law, Julie Smedley

Sheree Jones, Josh Halley, Nicole Russell

Gary De Paoli, Hayley Saunders, Robyn Cook

Michelle Scott, Michelle O’Brien Ben & Kimberly Conicella

GIVE THE GIFT OF SOUND

Four-year-old Sophie Wilds is one of the many children who will benefit from Hear and Say’s upcoming annual fundraiser.

Sophie Wilds may only be four years old, but she is already a big help in the kitchen. Sophie loves baking up a storm – not forgetting the all-important final task of licking the beaters. Music, singing, dancing, swimming in the pool, and going to the beach are also high on Sophie’s list of

favourite things to do.

Sophie was born with hearing loss in both ears relating to a genetic condition known as Treacher Collins syndrome, which affects growth and development of the head causing facial anomalies and hearing loss.

She also has microtia and atresia,

which is underdevelopment of the external part of the ear, and absence of the ear canal. Sophie is one of around 300 children born with hearing loss in Australia each year.

“We first found out about Sophie’s hearing loss when she failed the newborn hearing screen three times. We also noticed the difference in Sophie’s ears size and shape,” Sophie’s mum, Kate says.

Sophie’s first six months were mostly spent in hospital between Queensland Children’s Hospital and Sunshine Coast University Hospital’s PICU.

“During the time at Queensland Children’s Hospital, Sophie had extensive hearing testing and her hearing loss was confirmed,” Ms Wilds says.

“We were unaware of her Treacher Collins diagnosis before birth and it was confirmed around eight weeks of age.”

At two-and-a-half months of age Sophie was fitted with hearing aids, which she wore until she was three and a half years old.

“They were purple and pink, her favourite colours and helped to ensure she was picking up all the sounds around her,” Ms Wilds says.

“Sophie now wears bilateral bone conduction hearing aids which vibrate through the bone at the back of her ear.”

Supported by Hear and Say at the

Sunshine Coast centre in Nambour, Sophie attends fortnightly specialised speech therapy sessions and playgroup to assist in the development of her listening, speech and language skills.

Ms Wilds says music has played a big part in Sophie’s hearing and spoken language.

“Sophie is very aware she needs to wear her aids to hear and will ask for them as soon as she gets up in the morning.

“She is very confident in herself and knows it’s her superpower. She loves choosing which coloured or patterned headband to wear her aids on.

“We have put a lot of love, time and effort into early interventions for Sophie.

“Her latest test had her scoring at above average of kids with average hearing.”

Hear and Say is now calling on the Sunshine Coast community to help give babies and children who are deaf the gift of sound with its annual Giving Day fundraiser on May 30.

Hear and Say CEO, Greg Elphinston says the not-for-profit’s Giving Day is a 24-hour online fundraising event, and this year it aims to raise more than $400,000.

“It’s important for us that families can access high-quality hearing and speech services, wherever they live in Queensland.”

To donate to Hear and Say this Giving Day visit hearandsay.org.au.

Looking For A New Mattress?

Don’t Get Ripped Off

Many people feel overwhelmed when they walk into a mattress store. There are so many choices. The truth is, it’s designed to be that way. And it gets even worse when the ‘Mattress Consultant’ further bamboozles you with terms like micro-pocket coils and alternating coil technology. In this article, I’m going to expose the sneaky tricks that mattress manufactures and retail stores use to get you to pay thousands too much. I’m going to show you the most important things to look for in a new mattress (including the one question you must ask). And how to get a $6,000 mattress for less than $2,000 or a $1,200 mattress for less than $400. But first...

I Have a Confession to Make

My brother and I own 4 mattress stores in Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, and a mattress factory at Sumner Park. So naturally, we’d love you to buy your mattress from us. But more than that, we want to make sure you get a mattress you’ll love - a genuinely highquality mattress that will last for years - without getting ripped off You see, we meet people every day who are totally confused about mattresses. And people who feel disappointed (even angry) because they paid thousands for their last mattress and it has not lasted. So we’re on a mission to expose the industry scams. And it starts by telling you...

What’s Actually Inside the Mattress You’re Thinking About Buying

The core of most mattresses is made from one of two types of springs. The first type uses lengths of wire formed into hourglass shapes, connected by rows of spiral (helical) wire and held together by a wire hoop at the top and bottom. These are often called Bonnell Springs. But no matter what name mattress stores use, this traditional style of wire spring is essentially the same. In fact, most are made by one company and shipped in compressed form to mattress companies all around the world. The second type of spring is called a Pocket Spring. This is where each spring is wrapped in a thin layer of fabric and moves independently to minimize partner disturbance. Pocket Spring mattresses often come with heavier springs in the middle of the bed to give extra support for your hips (3 zone). Don’t be fooled by sales people who tell you 5 or 7 zones are better. This is just a gimmick to get you to pay more for a mattress. Likewise, don’t be fooled by people who tell you more springs are better. The more springs a mattress has, the smaller and thinner those springs have to be (and potentially weaker). But I suppose when someone is trying to sell you a $6,000 mattress, 4,000 springs sounds better than 1,000 even if it’s not true. Pocket Spring mattresses tend to cost a little more than Bonnell Spring Mattresses but offer a genuine advantage in terms of less partner disturbance.

What About Edge Support

In order to maintain support right to the edges, an extra piece of wire can be connected to the top and bottom hoops of a Bonnell Spring mattress and a strong foam box can be added to a Pocket Spring Mattress. Edge supports add genuine benefit because they allow you to sleep or sit right on the edge of the bed without the side collapsing. Edge supports should add around $100 to the price of a Bonnell Spring mattress and around $200 to the price of a Pocket Spring mattress depending if the support goes all the way around or if it is just added to the sides.

What’s on Top Of The Springs?

Most mattresses have a layer of felt directly on top of the springs. But many manufacturers skimp by using very thin felt or only putting felt on one side of the springs. We use

heavy grade felt that provides a solid base for comfort layers. On top of the felt you’ll find a variety of comfort layers - usually a combination of foam or latex and sometimes other natural materials like wool. This is by far the most expensive part of a mattress and the reason luxury mattresses cost more. But don’t be fooled. No matter what type of foam or latex (or what fancy name a manufacturer gives their comfort layers), it should never add thousands to the price of a mattress.

The Truth About Different Foams

Listen carefully because this is one of the most important things you need to know when choosing a mattress. The type of foam used in a mattress will not only affect its feel, it will significantly affect the longevity of the mattress. Foams are measured in two ways. Firstly there is the feel- hard or soft. Then there is the density - high or low. The feel is what makes one mattress appear plush and another firm. The density is what makes one foam last longer than another. You can get a soft mattress in low or high density. Density does not affect the feel. But it will make a big difference to how long your mattress will last. Density is what costs the money. So before you buy a mattress, be sure to ask about the density of the foams inside. The first layer (on top of the felt) is usually the lowest density (2025kg/m2 is usually fine for this layer). But many manufacturers continue to use low density (20kg/m2 or lower) for the top comfort layer. While you won’t notice this when you first feel your new mattress, it will become obvious as the foam breaks down and you end up sleeping in a hollow (sometimes as quickly as just a few months).

What About Memory and Gel Foams?

Memory foam is a term used to describe foams that have a slow ‘bounce’. In other words, once depressed, they take a few seconds to regain their original shape. Gel foam is a term used to describe foam that is infused with a special gel substance. Both memory and gel foams feel similar to touch. But because some people complain memory foams are hot to sleep on (due to the fact you tend to sink into the foam more), the addition of gel particles encourages air flow and a cooler sleeping surface. Although used as a marketing gimmick by many manufacturers, we do see some benefit in using gel infused memory foam if you tend to feel hot when you sleep.

What About Latex?

Unlike memory foam that has a slow ‘bounce’ latex returns to its original shape very quickly. This doesn’t mean latex feels hard to sleep on. Quite the contrary, latex has quite a plush feel. But unlike memory foam which causes you to sink into the bed, latex supports you on the surface.

What’s About Pillow Top?

The term pillow top refers to the extra comfort layers usually only on one side of the mattress. This provides an extra soft sleeping surface for those who like a plush feel. Once again, the most important thing is what is inside the pillow top - namely, the density of foam. A low density foam may feel luxurious at first, but as it breaks down you may feel like you are sleeping in a hollow.

What about Non-Flip Mattresses?

In some ways, this is another industry gimmick. The fact that most people don’t like to flip their mattress each month has lead manufacturers to say things like ‘non-flip technology’. What this really means is that the mattress only has comfort layers on one side. So in a way, this has enabled manufacturers to save money on

manufacturing while charging more. A mattress that can be flipped will generally last twice as long as a single side mattress (provided you do actually flip it).

What About The Plush Top?

Some people like the look and feel of the ‘cloud-like’ comfort layers incorporated into the quilting of some mattresses. The problem is, this layer usually flattens quickly. Some salespeople say, “Your mattress will settle and mould to your body shape over time.” The truth is, the fluffy quilting is simply getting flat. We advise against plush quilting because if you like the plush feel, you will soon be disappointed as the quilting flattens. If you do like a particularly soft surface layer, we recommend inserting a thin layer of high density memory foam in the quilting.

What About Mattresses That Cost $3000, $5000 and Even $10,000?

As you now know, the internal components of most mattresses are pretty much the same. And the most important part is the comfort layers (i.e. the density\quality of the foam). But no matter what fancy names are given to a mattress or it’s components -including terms relating to the type or number or springs - if you’re paying $6,000 for a mattress, we think you are being ripped off

Summary and Special Offer

Want to get a $6,000 mattress for $2,000? Our Luxury Heaven mattress is equivalent or better than most big brand $6,000 mattresses and includes a dual spring system with pocket coils, full foam box support on all sides, extra-thick felt padding, and 5cm of natural latex and premium quality quilting. If you prefer a cheaper mattress, our sensor comfort mattress is equivalent or better than most big-brand$1,200 mattresses and includes Bonnell Springs, firm side supports on all sides, extra thick felt padding and a generous amount of high density foam. For more information and personal assistance from a Factory Trained Mattress Specialist, visit our showroom at C1, 10 Compton Road, Underwood, click onto our website www.simplybeds.com.au or call 3416 3368.

Month Special: Mention this article and receive a FREE ‘Water Proof’ Mattress Protector valued at $94 with Luxury Heaven mattress.

SUMNER PARK

80 Jijaws Street • Ph: 3279 4444

LAWNTON

666 Gympie Rd, (next to Highgrove Bathroom) Ph: 3889 9001

KUNDA PARK

4 Pike Street • Ph: 5444 4531

UNDERWOOD

C1, 10 Compton Road, Underwood Ph: 3416 3368

www.simplybeds.com.au

• CAMERATA IN CONCERT: Friday, June 9, 7-8.30pm, Buderim War Memorial Hall, Kabi Kabi Country.

• SUNSET SALON SERIES: (featuring Alex Raineri) Saturday, June 10, 5-6.30pm, Aqua Vista, Maroochydore, Kabi Kabi Country.

• EARTH & SKY: (featuring Southern Cross soloists and Chris Williams) Saturday, June 10, 7.30-9pm, Beerwah Hall, Jinibara Country.

• UNBEARABLE LIGHTNESS OF DREAMING: (featuring DeepBlue Orchestra and Zen Zen Zo Physical Theatre) Sunday, June 11, 1-2pm, Chenrezig, Eudlo, Jinibara Country.

• SUNSET SALON SERIES: (featuring Beier, Griffin and Pollak Trio) Saturday, June 10,

3-4pm, Tranquil, Maleny, Jinibara Country.

• SINGING UP COUNTRY: (featuring various First Nations artists) Sunday, June 11, 5.30-7pm, Buderim Village Park, Kabi Kabi Country.

• LONG TABLE LUNCH: (featuring Ensemble Sooon – Danielle Bentley and Martin Kay) Saturday, July 30, 11.30am2.30pm, Maleny, Jinibara Country.

• FREE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT CONCERTS: (featuring Francis Atkins and Camilo Lopez) Tuesday, June 6, 11.30am12.30pm/2.30-3.20pm, Sunshine Coast University Hospital, and Churches of Christ Sunshine Coast Home Care, Kabi Kabi Country.

CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL COMES WITH A TWIST

Cross-cultural elements are just some of the surprises in store over a long weekend of contemporary and classical experiences.

Athree-day music festival is set to delight with a range of events in stunning natural locations and intimate venues.

The vibrant Sunshine Coast Chamber Music Festival will return for its third edition from June 9 to 11.

Organisers say the event will be an innovative and immersive experience, blending contemporary and classical chamber music with site-specific, cross-form and cross-cultural elements.

The styles of three of Queensland’s finest chamber orchestras and ensembles – Camerata, the Southern Cross Soloists and Topology – will converge for the first time in the same festival.

They will be joined by an array of world-class musicians and companies, including Alex Raineri, Chris Williams, DeepBlue orchestra, Zen Zen Zo Physical Theatre, the Beier-Griffin-Pollak Trio, and a line-up of First Nations artists including Deline Briscoe, Emma Donovan and Fred Leone, as well as local Kabi Kabi songman

Lyndon Davis. Artistic director Lynne Davies says it will be a wonderful long weekend.

“Our 2023 festival provides visitors with a range of unforgettable and inspiring experiences by programming a world-class line-up of musicians and connecting them with the special places, people and the cultures of the Sunshine Coast region,” Ms Davies says.

“The Sunshine Coast is the perfect location. So, pack your bag and join us for a long and luxurious weekend of music, sunshine, food and wine.”

Tickets are on sale now. Visit sccmf. com.au.

DID YOU KNOW?

Each year, the festival aims to present an innovative program of bespoke events staged in natural locations and intimate venues across the Sunshine Coast. It also embeds First Nations artists, producers and stories, culture and language throughout the program.

HORSES, HELICOPTERS AND A WHOLE LOT OF FUN

A life-saving helicopter service is set to benefit as racegoers and fashionistas come together for one of the region’s most spectacular events.

Caloundra is gearing up for one of its biggest race days of the year, with the 2023 event expected to be full of bright, bold and colourful fun.

The Hot 91.1 Ladies Oaks Day will return to Sunshine Coast Turf Club on June 2 and this year the Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service has been chosen as the official charity partner.

As a local community service that patrols beaches from Rainbow Bay to Rainbow Beach the service is the community’s eyes in the sky.

The Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service was founded in 1976 and has two helicopters patrolling beaches every weekend, during school holidays and peak periods to ensure residents and visitors remain safe while at Queensland beaches.

“We are extremely grateful for being chosen as the charity for the upcoming 91.1 Hot FM Ladies Oaks Day,” general manager of aviation for the service, Ken Clark (OAM) says.

“The funds raised on the day will go towards the helicopter’s operational costs to ensure this vital service can continue to keep Sunshine Coast residents safe.”

On the day, racegoers will have the opportunity to chat with the helicopter crew and support the service through a fundraising activation at the gate.

The day will be a fanfare of excitement, dining, hospitality, twilight horse racing and headline music entertainment – including the Billy J Boutique Fashions of the Field.

Gates open at midday and tickets are available at sctc.com.au. This is an 18+ event.

Advertisement

RESIDENTS URGED TO BACK ROAD SAFETY CAMPAIGN

A community campaign to improve pedestrian safety and access in Bli Bli has been launched in the wake of the latest incident, where a school student narrowly avoided serious injury after being hit by a car. In late February, Year 10 student Ava Tattam was returning home after school when she was struck by the car in front of Sunshine Castle on the David Low Way at Bli Bli. At the time, her family put out a call to the Department of Transport and Main Roads to provide safe crossings on the busy road, to which a TMR spokesperson said the department was unaware of any previous issues on the stretch of road. Ninderry MP Dan Purdie is launching a petition to the State Government to urgently fund upgrades to the pedestrian access ahead of next month’s budget. “Bli Bli is one of the fastest growing areas on the Sunshine Coast, however infrastructure has simply not kept pace,” Mr Purdie says.

“With thousands more families and seniors now calling the area home, there’s a real need for better pedestrian facilities, particularly in the main business area. Residents shouldn’t be forced to risk their lives to simply cross the road, but that’s the reality.” The petition has been letterbox dropped to local residents and is online at Queensland.typeform.com/BliBliSafety.

A big congratulations to the nine organisations in Division 7 that recently received financial support through Sunshine Coast Council’s latest round of Major Grants.

The Buderim War Memorial Community Association, the BuderimPalmwoods Heritage Tramway, Buderim Wanderers Football Club, Eric Joseph Foote War Memorial Sanctuary Association, Buderim Contract Bridge Club, Buderim Craft Cottage Association, Sunshine Coast Paddlesports Club, Sunshine Coast Masters Australian Football Queensland and Maroochydore Hockey Club were among the 100 local community groups to receive a share of almost $600,000 to help them deliver more terrific initiatives which greatly benefit our region. Visit sunshinecoast. qld.gov.au and search for ‘Major Grants’. Keep an eye

out for …

A new pedestrian crossing with a refuge island will soon be installed on Lindsay Road, near the intersection with Tulip Lane and between the two bus stops. The

west-bound bus stop will be relocated. A new footpath will be laid to connect the bus stops to the pedestrian crossing. Work is scheduled to start the week beginning May 29.

A new 200-metre stretch of pathway is set to be constructed from 5 Wyndlorn Avenue to 7 Clithero Avenue. This new pathway will connect existing ones at both ends. It will improve safety for pedestrians, especially those with accessibility requirements. Work is scheduled to start on June 5.

Free mulch

Give your garden a boost by picking up some free mulch at the Buderim Resource Recovery Centre. The council has diverted nearly 15,000 tonnes of kerbside-collected garden organics from landfill since July last year and that’s now ready for collection and reuse on your gardens.

Head to the council’s website to check availability before you visit.

Let’s talk

Do you have concerns, questions or suggestions regarding what’s happening in Division 7?

Chat with me at the Old Post Office in Burnett Street, Buderim, from 10am to noon on the final Friday of each month.

The next meet-and-greet is on Friday, May 26.

A major shake-up is on the way for Sunshine Coast bus users.

The package includes a new bus route, more frequent and later-running services, and the extension of routes into growing areas.

A new 608 route will be part of the package, which will be introduced on Monday, June 5. The service will connect Caloundra and Nirimba, via Baringa. These buses will run daily with a service every 60 minutes.

“By travelling along a portion of the existing route 606 (Caloundra – Baringa), this new route will bring increased bus frequency, with a bus running every 30 minutes along Aura Boulevard and Bellavista Boulevard in Baringa and Caloundra West,” Member for Caloundra Jason Hunt says.

A further eight new bus stops are

opening in Baringa and Nirimba as part of the rollout for the new route.

Several existing routes will also see more frequency in services, including route 615 (Maroochydore – Landsborough, via the University of the Sunshine Coast).

Mr Hunt says routes 607 (Caloundra to University, via Sunshine Coast University Hospital and Kawana), and 610 (Nambour to Maroochydore, via Kunda Park) will also run later services to support university and hospital staff and students.

Route 631 (Noosa to Nambour, via Cooroy and Eumundi) will be extended to run to The Ginger Factory, while route 622 (Maroochydore – Noosa Junction, via the airport and Coolum) will be extended into The Avenue, along Ridges Boulevard and Ridgeview Drive, Peregian Springs. Visit translink.com.au or call 13 12 30 for public transport information.

TOP-SHELF DOGGIE TREATS A PAW-FECT BUSINESS CONCEPT

A Palmview teenager is embarking on his own business venture that has stemmed from a passion, earning him the top shelf at Sunshine Coast IGA Supermarkets.

A love for animals led 15-year-old Ollie Akester to start Ollie’s Dog Treats.

The locally made treats include chicken jerky, peanut butter cookies, blueberry cookies and other poochfriendly goodies.

Ollie’s business has become an integral part of the Coast community, with monthly stalls in Harmony, at the Mooloolaba Sunset Markets, and now retailing in local IGAs and cafés.

It all started out as a hobby in 2021, with Ollie first selling his treats every Saturday at Harmony’s Grand Linear Park.

“Throughout the years, I have perfected my baking skills and now only make the biscuits and treats which I know are a popular go-to for the locals and their four-legged friends,” he says.

“The community has been a great support network, especially Harmony’s Business Hub.”

May also marks Small Business Month, recognising more than 473,000 small businesses in Queensland.

Find Ollie’s Dog Treats on Facebook.

GRANTS HELP COMMUNITY GROUPS KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK

Round 115 of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF) has brought a total of $111,689.47 in grants to community groups in the Glass House electorate.

This round includes: $35,000 for the Blackall Range Care Group for a bus; $27,430 for the Eudlo Horse and Pony Club for facility upgrades and equipment; $15,459.47 for the Mooloolah Valley Community Association for IT equipment; and $33,800 for the Stanmore and District Rural Fire Brigade for a concrete driveway.

Member for Glass House Andrew Powell

says while he doesn’t like gambling, he is glad to see the taxes from it put back into the community in a positive way.

“I always try to encourage as many community groups as possible to apply for these grants. Applications from the Glass House electorate are usually treated very well, due to our abundance of small, volunteer-run organisations.”

Applications for the next round close on May 31.

Visit justice.qld.gov.au/grants or phone 1800 633 619 during business hours.

AWARDS RECOGNISE OUR OUTSTANDING SMALL BUSINESSES

Mooloolaba Rotary recently held its annual awards evening to recognise outstanding small businesses.

The winners were named as: Brightberry, Café Phillies on Beerburrum, Coastal Clocks and Watches, Duke Legal, and Solutions Pools.

Mooloolaba Rotary president Susie Rasmussen commends the significant role small businesses play in our economy.

“They foster our local economy, supporting neighbourhoods and communities,” she says. “They are job creators and innovators of new and

exciting products, as demonstrated by our award winners tonight.”

Vocational services director Peter Bell says the event was a wonderful opportunity to hear more about each local business.

“A highlight of the evening was hearing the stories from each of the small business winners, all deserving of such an award,” he says. “The importance of innovation, teamwork and flexibility was the key message of the night and so many thanks must go to the team of people who put together this very successful event.”

COMMUNITY NOTES

which aims to promote pathways for women to build their racing, cruising and skippering skills in the traditionally male-dominated sport of sailing. The event won the 2022 National SheSails award for outstanding contribution to women’s sailing.

Cooloolabin Hall country market

The Cooloolabin Hall committee members are holding a country market on Sunday, May 28, from 7am to 4pm at 787 Cooloolabin Road, Cooloolabin. This is a fundraiser to help with the hall’s annual insurance and maintenance costs. It will be a fun day for everyone to enjoy in the quaint little village of Cooloolabin.

Caloundra Quota meetings

interesting prizes and ideal sailing conditions in warm Noosa waters. Entries are for yachts with gaff, gunter or similar rigs that can be constructed of any material, new or old. The NYRC can arrange launching, mooring, accommodation, crew and anything else if required. All proceeds from the regatta go directly to the NYRC Sailabilty charity. Visit nyrc.com.au/sailing.

Buderim community grants open

Mapleton Club sessions, held every Friday from 8.15am at Kureelpa Hall. Visit nambour.bridgeaustralia.org or mapleton.bridgeaustralia.org.

Sunshine Coast Inner Wheel Club

Women take to the water

Competition was close at one of Queensland’s most popular women’s sailing events, the recent 2023 Mooloolaba Women’s Keelboat Regatta. Local crew Team Orange, skippered by Mooloolaba Yacht Club (MYC) Commodore Tanya

Kelly, once again was victorious. The event saw six teams from as far as Townsville compete on the club’s fleet of Elliot 6 keelboats in a 12-race, round-robin qualifying series on a challenging Mooloolah River short course. The regatta has grown out of the MYC’s successful Women’s Skills Development program,

Caloundra Quota Club welcomes guests and prospective members to its social coffee mornings, held on the first Friday of every month at 10.15am, with the next meeting on June 2. Business meetings are held the second Thursday of every month at 7pm, with the next on June 8. Both meetings are held at the Caloundra Power Boat Club. For more information, call Karen on 0451 075 677.

Join

in the fun of Noosa regatta

The 2023 Noosa Yacht and Rowing Club’s next Gaff Rig Regatta is on June 3 and 4. Join in the fun with great camaraderie,

The Buderim Foundation has opened applications for its Community Grants Program for 2023. The annual grants of up to $10,000 are available for local organisations with initiatives that make a positive impact on the Buderim community. Eligible organisations serving the local 4556 community can apply online before June 19. Successful applicants will be announced at the Foundation’s 2023 annual Community Grants Celebration on September 10. Visit buderimfoundation.org.au.

Like to learn contract bridge?

The Nambour and Mapleton contract bridge clubs run weekly sessions for players from beginner level to experienced. Sessions are held every Wednesday from 8.15am at the Nambour (Crushers) Rugby League Club at 22 Crusher Park Drive. Or head along to the

The Sunshine Coast Inner Wheel Club is inviting new members to join. The club promotes friendship while raising funds and supporting local, national and international projects and organisations, with an emphasis on helping women and children. Over the past few months, members and helpful Rotarians began renovations to a resource room for Currimundi Special School. If you would like to join the club, contact Betty on 0404873017 or email iiw.au. sunshinecoast@gmail.com.

Senior citizens’ next meeting

The Glasshouse Country Senior Citizens Club meets on the second Tuesday of each month from 9am at the Beerwah Community Hall. Refreshments are provided prior to the meeting, with members enjoying lunch at a local eatery afterwards. New members are welcome. Phone 0448 762 637.

29, 30 MAY & 1 JUNE

LEGALLY BLONDE

Maroochydore State High School students are taking to the stage for Legally Blonde – The Musical. Elle Woods appears to have it all, but her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her before starting Harvard Law School. Determined to get him back, Elle charms her way into the prestigious law school. With the support of some new friends, she quickly realises her potential.

When: Monday, May 29, Tuesday, May 30, and Thursday, June 1, 6.30pm.

Where: Jubilee Hall, Maroochydore State High School, 160 Maroochydore Road, Maroochydore.

Tickets: Students $14, adults $22, family (2 adults, 2 students) $65, via trybooking. com/CIBNC.

on WHAT’S

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.

26 MAY-4 JUNE

TARZAN

High-flying excitement and heart-pumping music by rock legend Phil Collins make Tarzan an unforgettable theatrical experience.

Washed up on the shores of West Africa, an infant boy is taken in and raised by gorillas who name him Tarzan. Tarzan struggles to navigate a jungle, thick with emotion, as his animal upbringing clashes with his human instincts.

When: Friday, May 26, to Sunday, June 4, at multiple show times.

Where: War Memorial Hall, 1 Main Street, Buderim.

Tickets: $25-$30, via trybooking.com/ events/landing/1038787.

9 JUNE

KATIE NOONAN

Celebrated Queensland artist Katie Noonan will be presenting Joni Mitchell’s Blue, accompanied by guitar virtuoso Brandon Mamata. Over the past 20 years, five-time ARIA awardwinning artist Noonan has proven herself to be one of Australia’s most-hardworking, versatile and prolific artists. This concert is sure to please not only Mitchell fans but all lovers of music and poetry.

When: Friday, June 9, 7.30pm. Where: The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.

Tickets: $69.90, via theeventscentre. com.au/event/katie-noonan-jonimitchells-blue/.

26 MAY NO WAY JOSÉ

No Way José combines the sensual sounds of salsa with the irresistible rhythmic drive of bolero and the rich harmonies of Latin American jazz in a show featuring some of Queensland’s finest Latin musicians. Led by the stunning vocals of Australia’s own salsa diva-in-waiting, Amila Sargeant, No Way José is a celebration of the rich history of salsa – a powerful, colourful and vibrant Latin dance party.

When: Friday, May 26, 7-9pm.

Where: 23 Maple Street, Maleny.

Tickets: $25-$30, via events.humanitix. com/no-way-jose-maleny.

4

JUNE

SECRET GARDEN

Once a month, Maroochy Bushland Botanic Garden plays host to performances by local and touring artists. From folky tunes and gritty blues to reggae vibes and sweet pop sounds, you’ll discover something different at each event.

When: Sunday, June 4, 1.30-4.30pm.

Where: 51 Palm Creek Road, Tanawha.

Tickets: Free event.

IMAGE: ZOE-WORTH

27 MAY

QUEEN BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY

Fresh off the heels of the successful Bohemian Rhapsody movie comes an all-new Queen tribute show from Australian Freddie Mercury impersonator Thomas Crane. Crane and his Bohemian Rhapsody band bring back the stage energy of Queen’s heyday.

When: Saturday, May 27, 8pm.

Where: The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra. Tickets: $49.90-$79.90, via theeventscentre.com.au/event/ queen-bohemian-rhapsody/.

27

MAY

SPICE BLENDING + COOKING COMBO CLASS

Love spices but don’t know how to use them properly? Want to have a better understanding of spices? Want to become more adventurous in the kitchen with spices? Then you need to attend this fun-filled, afternoon spice-blending class combined with a cooking class. Herbs and spices are a fantastic way to add a hit of flavour to any meal and you can get great satisfaction out of making your own blends. Are you ready to spice up your life?

When: Saturday, May 27, 2-5pm. Where: Red Hot Chilli Pepper Cooking School, Earnshaw Street, Golden Beach. Tickets: $120, via redhotchillipepper.com. au/product/combo-spice-blending-andcooking-classes-caloundra/.

27 MAY

FIX YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH FOOD Hypnotherapy can help improve your relationship with food – without dieting. Through positive outlook changes, you can still enjoy your favourite foods and treats while reaching your goals. Whether you want to cut back on chocolate, curb the cravings, manage your portions, lose a few kilos or overcome a food aversion, clinical hypnotherapist Bianca Anderson, from Harmony through Hypnotherapy can help.

When: Saturday, May 27, 10-11.30am. Where: Kawana Library, 30 Nanyima Street, Buddina.

Tickets: Free event. Registration essential, via bit.ly/456fzMe.

12

JUNE

LADIES OAKS DAY

Giddy up as the excitement builds in anticipation of the 91.1 Hot FM Ladies Oaks Day and all the spectacularly stunning race-day fun and frivolity that it brings. Gather the gals and the lads to witness thrilling races and experience fresh takes on all-day entertainment and sell-out ticketed venues. With new spaces to discover and moments to relish and revel in, start rallying and planning for your best Ladies Oaks Day yet.

When: Friday, June 2, noon.

Where: 170 Pierce Avenue, Caloundra. Tickets: From $35.29, via sctc.com.au/ event/ladies-oaks-day/.

Gig guide

FRIDAY, MAY 26

Vix and the Slick Chix, Maleny Lane, 6pm Nambour Forecourt Live, Currie Street, Nambour, 4pm

Alexis and Suzie Duo, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm

Will B, Alex Surf Club, 4pm

Uncle Salty, Caloundra RSL, 9pm Steve Graham, Cooroy RSL, 6pm Pat Flaherty, Coolum Surf Club, 8.30pm.

SATURDAY, MAY 27

Hot Dub Time Machine, Kings Beach Tavern, 9pm

Vixens of Fall, Caloundra RSL, 7pm

The Jynx House, Your Mates Brewing, 3pm

Bronwyn Street Blues, Norton Music Factory, 4pm Owls of Neptune, Morts Brewing Co, 6pm Luke Dickens Duo, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm.

SUNDAY, MAY 28

Lonnie Lee, The Events Centre Caloundra, 3pm Poco Loco Duo, Maroochy RSL, 6pm 80’s Recall, Alex Surf Club, 4pm Simon Meloa, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 2pm.

* All events were correct at time of printing.

EMBRACE THE

1. Shop the on-trend Kimberly bedroom range now at Caloundra Furniture Court Beds R Us, 5492 7188.

2. For the best food and cocktails with a stunning view, book your table now with Acqua Restaurant, 5492 8155.

3. Shop Caloundra souvenir jumpers and more at Kerry's Korner Shop, 5234 8066

4. Beautiful new swimwear available now at Cozie Boutique, 5437 2523.

5. New season Lux range available now at Tirzart Boutique, 0417 208 959.

6. Gorgeous new winter decor and clothing at Dan Scott Style, 0423 353 933.

7. New season clothing at Cherylrose Homewares, 5341 8395.

8. New-season menswear in store at Chaps Menswear, 5491 1137.

6.

4.

7.

1.

2.

8.

HOROSCOPES

ARIES (MAR 21-APR 20)

The full moon motivates you to be adventurous and dream fabulous dreams. So, this week’s stars are all about travel, exploration, education and exciting plans. With your ruler, Mars, charging through fellow-fire sign Leo, it’s imperative to strike while the iron is hot!

LEO (JUL 24-AUG 23)

This week you’ll feel your lion’s roar returning! Mars is charging through Leo. It’s a good week to put plans in place. The more adventurous you are, the better. You’re in the mood to socialise and pamper yourself. Let your hair down and enjoy life’s luxuries.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV 23-DEC 21)

ACROSS DOWN

1 Omnipotent (3-8)

9 Obscure (7)

10 Brief fight (3-2)

11 Large marine food fish (4)

12 Begin (8)

14 Identifying symbol (6)

16 Increase (6)

18 Almond paste (8)

19 Lacking enthusiasm (4)

22 Waken (5)

23 Ineffectual (7)

24 To separate (4,7)

2 Compare (5)

3 Common fund (4)

4 Unprovoked (6)

5 Flower of remembrance (8)

6 Hitherto (2,2,3)

7 In addition (11)

8 Despite that (11)

13 A military unit (8)

15 West Atlantic islands group (7)

17 Italian tenor, d. 1921 (6)

20 Vast expanse of sea (5)

21 Stronghold of fortress (4)

It’s a big week for bold and boisterous Sagittarians! Thursday and Friday look fabulous as your ruling planet, Jupiter, joins forces with the north node/destiny point. So, make sure you are ready, willing and able to capitalise on good karma when they come along.

WORD STEP

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

TAURUS (APR 21-MAY 21)

Mercury, Jupiter and Uranus are all visiting your sign, which provides a golden opportunity to get real about who you are and where you’re going. The full moon also pushes you to draw up a creative plan as you start transforming your dreams into reality.

VIRGO (AUG 24-SEP 23)

The sun is now moving through your career zone until June 21. So strive to work smarter, not just harder. If you choose to take on a professional challenge, you’ll find the benefits far outweigh the difficulties. Virgo vigilance will lead you to a satisfactory solution.

CAPRICORN (DEC 22-JAN 20)

Venus encourages you to build bridges with your partner, initiate a new friendship, start a romance or take up a hobby. The weekend full moon highlights your humanitarian side. Being of service to others brings joy and satisfaction.

1. The prancing horse is the logo for which prestige car company?

2. Brass is an alloy of which two metals?

3. Who wrote the classic children’s book The Very Hungry Caterpillar?

4. Name the British monarch that abdicated from the throne in 1936.

5. Which Dutch artist painted The Night Watch?

6. Christoph Waltz (pictured) won an Oscar for his portrayal of Dr. King Schultz in which 2012 film?

TOUR & TRAVEL

GEMINI (MAY 22-JUN 21)

With the sun in your sign, you’re primed to be the best Gemini you can be. On the weekend the full moon revs up your relationship zone. So, it’s a good time to fall in love, do something special with your sweetheart, or party with your best friends.

LIBRA (SEP 24-OCT 23)

The full moon activates your travel zone, so a holiday is likely sometime soon. But it won’t happen if you’re a lackadaisical Libran! Take action ASAP via a spontaneous booking or a smart savings plan. Make sure your dreams are creative, innovative, flexible and fun.

AQUARIUS (JAN 21-FEB 19)

Calling all avant-garde Aquarians!

With the full moon activating your bohemian zone, it’s time to do your own thing. Don’t play it too safe, though. Forge your own unique path and follow your dreams. The more adventurous and inventive you are, the luckier you’ll be.

7. Is Mavis Staples a famous a) basketball player, b) singer or c) cinematographer?

8. Phoenix dactylifera is a palm species that produces which fruit?

9. In the title of the television series, what does the acronym M*A*S*H stand for?

10. Who is the major hero of the Irish Ulster Cycle mythology?

CANCER (JUN 22-JUL 23)

Venus is transiting through your sign (until June 5) which highlights your charisma and natural charm. So, it’s time to communicate with a wide range of people from a wide variety of places. Party like a pro at a special public event or entertain guests more privately at home.

SCORPIO (OCT 24-NOV 22)

Worried about money? It’s time to take stock of your finanances and find fresh ways to trim expenses and boost cashflow. Attached Scorpios – talk through problems with your sweetheart. If the two of you can’t communicate well – then it’s just not going to last.

PISCES (FEB 20-MAR 20)

Is your professional life progressing well? Are you overdue to retrain or apply for a promotion? Is it time to take on a second job or even change vocation? Avoid resting on your laurels. You need to initiate some positive changes.

A TOUCH TOO CONVENIENT KICKING THE BOREDOM THEME

Jane Stephens is concerned for the future of the human race, as robots and artificial intelligence take so much humanity out of everyday tasks.

The book is perfect – exactly as I imagined. I clicked and paid, then received a notification that it was on its way, and another when it was in my mailbox. Simple.

At a local pizza place at the end of an alley, I order and pay on the black and white square. Hey presto! The delectable food is plopped on my table at such speed, the staff member blurs on moving away. My ‘thank you!’ hangs in their wake like contrails left by a speeding jet.

At the checkout, I can scan my own groceries – now even at my local Aldi, formerly the last supermarket giant to cling to uniformly person-powered checkouts. At my local library, I scan my own card and check out a book.

It all works like a well-oiled machine. I even get virtual thank yous and the occasional emoji smile. But these experiences are soul-less – certainly contactless and human-less.

Robotic ordering and delivery have been around a while and click-and-collect had been growing, but the pandemic beat the nourishment that comes with human interaction about the head. And it has not recovered, with businesses saving time

and money by cutting out the pesky person in the middle.

I am not alone in feeling a mounting nostalgia for face-to-face interaction in our service industries. There is a pang of missing the civilities, the order of things, the familiarity of the person you know not by name, but by smile and face.

Where human service remains, I actively appreciate it: the barista who knows me and my order, and the woman at the bakery who asks how my morning is going. I worry what the move to de-humanised service means for others.

I am blessed to share my daily life with My Beloved – a man who is my best friend as well as my love and partner in adventure and debate. But so many live alone. They might work from home, too.

They might not have an exchange with another real person for days, even in an incidental kind of way. To rob them of that verges on cruel.

There is more to come, with the forthcoming AI revolution being likened to the industrial revolution and digital revolution happening simultaneously.

Until it hits, let’s treasure the beauty of the human touch.

Ashley Robinson reckons kids these days have a right to feel like there’s nothing to do, as attractions of the past fall by the wayside.

Seriously, if I hear: “We don’t want to be another Gold Coast” one more time ... I don’t want to be the Gold Coast, either, although I wouldn’t mind a bit of what they have achieved at The Broadwater or the foreshore between Southport Spit and Surfers Paradise.

I can take or leave theme parks, but surely we do need something major for kids and families to do apart from Australia Zoo, SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast and Aussie World. As a kid growing up, there was a lot more to do than there is now. Mini golf, waterslides, the picture theatres and drive-ins were plentiful.

We always had plenty to do. Whether it was sneaking into the drive-in in someone’s boot and getting a size 10 in the rear when caught, or rolling Jaffa lollies or Coke bottles down the cinema aisle and getting dragged out by our ear (that’s why mine are so big), there was always something going on.

Seriously, though, we had lots of stuff to do as kids. Then, as young adults, there would be a choice of venues to see leading national touring bands, unlike these days.

I was devastated years ago at Mudjimba when Mal Pratt’s Surfing World project got scuttled because that would have been the perfect style of theme park the Coast needs. It celebrated history, as well as entertaining the masses with wave pools and other attractions. Let’s face it, surfing is one of our main sources of income and entertainment. What better way to promote it than a state-of-the-art theme park? Apparently, we didn’t want it.

A decade or so later, we have another chance to go down the surf park/water world route. Let’s hope the support is forthcoming. Some of us here do have a habit of wanting to close the doors –“We’re here, we’re happy and the rest of you can bugger off” – and that’s a bit sad.

As I drive along the Bruce Highway just south of Caloundra turn-off, I always wonder why there couldn’t be a little less pine forest and a couple of theme parks, instead – maybe a chocolate factory and some big-box factory outlets. But I suppose it would endanger hoop pine beetle or something similar.

Coffee and cake we have enough of. I think we need another drawcard.

“At Reverence Art Studio, we embody reverence - a deep respect, admira on, and awe towards people, ins tu ons, tradi ons, cultures, nature, and even abstract concepts. Our studio showcases amazing tribal art pieces that honour our inspira ons.”

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.

Dr Jane Stephens is a UniSC journalism lecturer, media commentator and writer.

CROWNING GLORY OF CORONATION

Sami Muirhead knows that seeing King Charles create history is something she will never forget, but perhaps not for the reasons she had hoped.

The carnival is over – the King’s Coronation camping disaster/ adventure, when I promised my husband and three kids a front-row seat to witness history.

We made the long trip to London to see all the King’s horses and all the King’s men (and more importantly, Kate and William) trot down The Mall on the way to Westminster in THAT golden carriage.

As a royal super fan, it was my dream to do this, and it was the best of times and the worst of times. We ‘camped’ for 34 hours and we did achieve that rare front-row spot. But ... it came with a future therapy bill and lots of hard work and shivering.

We arrived the day before the big event at 5am in the dark. We whacked our Aldi $25 tarp on the ground, bunged on our Australian (made in China) cork hats and claimed our little square of royal land. Things were going well until it started to rain and we soon realised we couldn’t all huddle under the tarp and keep dry in our $2 plastic ponchos. The lovely British women next to us set us straight. They were dressed like they were going on a duck hunt. So, hubby ran to Piccadilly to buy a three-person tent for our five

people, and 10 gin and tonics for the two adults. Solid camping supplies.

The crowd was growing. I started to ban eating and drinking because the port-a-loos were such a long hike away.

An elderly woman left her bag hanging unattended near our tent and, next minute, the bomb squad surrounded us. I couldn’t make this stuff up.

Daylight finally came. We were ordered to pack down the tent to make room for the crowd: one million people crammed into The Mall and most of them pushing into our backs for a front-row spot. “Hold your ground, kids” I bellowed.

Before this royal sojourn, my kids thought a crowd was a line-up waiting for Maccas at Kawana. They were hungry and cold and ready to vote to join the republic.

But on we waited until, finally, King Charles and Camilla and Wills and Kate trotted by and threw their disciples from the realm of Australia a royal wave.

We all screamed with excitement and wiped away the water from our eyes –rain, not tears. I turned to my kids and husband and declared we had achieved our mission and one day they would all thank me. In return, they flipped me ‘the bird’ with their cold and blue hands.

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

An innovative approach to hip and knee replacement

Troy Davey, Ord Minnett Buderim.

MARKET UPDATE

Despite concerns about the effects of central bank tightening and geopolitical tensions, stock markets around the world are moving up, with the MSCI World rallying 8.6 per cent, year to date.

The ASX 200 is up a more modest 4.6 per cent. Tech and consumer discretionary sectors have been the strongest, but have a relatively smaller weight in the benchmark compared with larger sectors such as financials and materials.

At a sector level, there is a wide disparity in valuations. High-quality stocks with defensive earnings appear expensive, while those with less-certain, near-term outlooks are being heavily penalised by the market.

With banking regulators forced to stabilise the financial system, concerns over slowing economic growth and a potential global recession have affected miners’ share prices. Optimism over China reopening after abandoning its zero-COVID policy has also moderated, although disruption from the Russia-Ukraine war and Russia sanctions remain supportive of demand.

Our basic materials coverage is now trading in line with fair value on average.

In telecom, mobile pricing is likely to increase for the remainder of 2023. It should distinguish the sector despite rising expenses, a weakening economy, and escalating living costs from a general lack of pricing power elsewhere.

Discretionary retailers’ sales

momentum slowed in early 2023. We expect non-essential goods demand to deteriorate through 2023 as still-elevated goods consumption structurally reverts to pre-COVID-19 norms. Also, we expect rising living costs to eat into non-essential spending and see potentially higher unemployment as a further risk.

Inflation supports sales growth in the food industry. Major supermarket chains, Coles and Woolworths, have yet to see customers meaningfully cut spending. We expect higher interest rates to mostly hit non-essential retail spending but demand for food and liquor to remain robust.

After approaching US$120 per barrel in mid-2022, the Brent crude price has since mostly fallen and now sits around US$85 per barrel. Record earnings such as in 2022 won’t be repeated for a long time.

Australian banks are in very different positions to those at risk of failure in other parts of the world. Deposit funding is less concentrated, investment securities are a small percentage of total assets, interest rate risk is hedged and the banks adhere to stricter regulatory funding, liquidity, and capital requirements. Higher loan losses are a risk as low-rate, fixed loans mature, and borrowers experience large interest rate jumps. We see a return to long-term averages for loan losses as most likely, as households cut expenditure. The strength of the economy and household equity buffers provide comfort that a crisis can be averted.

Troy Davey is an authorised representative (No. 473122) of Ord Minnett Ltd, AFS licence 237121. He can be contacted on 5430 4444. This article contains general financial advice only and does not consider your personal circumstances. You should determine its suitability to you and consult a financial adviser and consider the relevant product disclosure statement before purchasing a financial product. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.

which revealed the future opportunities and challenges for small businesses.

Two thirds (67 per cent) of respondents believe that the best way forward is to focus on growing existing businesses; 64 per cent want a greater focus on innovation and entrepreneurship; while 55 per cent believe

SHINING A LIGHT ON SMALL BUSINESSES

Let’s join together to support and celebrate the beating heart of our community. WORDS: Cr Terry Landsberg.

May is Queensland Small Business Month, which is all about celebrating the beating heart of our economies and communities – our small businesses.

From your local butcher, to your hairdresser, coffee shop or food producer

– every one of the 33,500 businesses based on the Sunshine Coast provides opportunity, investment, and employment for our growing community.

Small businesses drive our economy by creating jobs locally and help shape our identity as a region.

Small businesses also ignite

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

innovation and growth and are often the breeding ground for entrepreneurship.

And they revitalise local centres like Caloundra’s CBD to help create a sense of vibrancy and community.

As part of the 2023 Regional Economic Development Strategy Review, 700 local businesses completed council’s survey

we must boost the skills and talent of our workforce. The results were clear when it came to the Sunshine Coast’s key economic assets: lifestyle (84 per cent), environment (77 per cent) and tourism attractions (44 per cent).

Not surprisingly a significant number of survey respondents had come to the region for our enviable lifestyle and amenities.

Supporting and nurturing small businesses is crucial for sustaining our region’s economic prosperity and fostering a thriving community.

Awards committee John Williams, Natasha Hall, Andrew Fairbairn, Darrell Edwards, Bruce Williams, chair Jennifer Swaine, Caroline Edginton, Paul Fisher

“Small businesses drive our economy by creating jobs locally ...”

By consciously choosing to shop at small independent retailers and service providers and attending local events and markets, we can play a key part in the success of these businesses.

Sunshine Coast Council has been championing a number of buy local campaigns over the past two years which are aimed at encouraging the community to spend locally. I encourage you to visit buylocalsunshinecoast.com. au for a directory of all the local businesses in your area you can support.

If you have a favourite business or know of any that are achieving great things, then consider nominating them for the 2023 Sunshine Coast Business Awards. The awards, which council supports, provide fantastic recognition of local businesses.

There are 17 industry categories including accommodation, advanced technology, creative industries, hospitality, retail, trades and services and more.

Visit sunshinecoastbusiness awards.com.au

ETC LAUNCHES THEIR 2023 ENTREPRENEURSHIP EXPOS TO CELEBRATE SMALL BUSINESS

Enterprise and Training Company (ETC) recently announced its Maroochydore Entrepreneurship Expo – a free community event that aims to celebrate and promote entrepreneurship and selfemployment on the Coast.

The Entrepreneurship Expo, to be held on June 7 at the Maroochy RSL Events Centre, is designed to provide a platform for local small businesses, subject matter experts and service providers to collaborate and showcase their ventures. It also aims to inspire and educate aspiring and existing small business owners on various aspects of entrepreneurship.

Selena Baillie, ETC’s program manager of Workforce Australia – Self-Employment Assistance, says, “The Entrepreneurship Expos is part of ETC’s commitment to supporting the

READY FOR TAX TIME?

growth and development of small businesses in the communities where we operate.

“At our Entrepreneurship Expo, participants can expect a jam-packed day of engaging activities, including cultural experiences that celebrate our diverse local community.”

The ETC Entrepreneurship Expo gathers stallholders from new and established small business owners, experts, and small business ambassadors to showcase products, services, and expertise that all come together to create a thriving small business community.

To register for the expo and find out more details, visit etcltd.com.au/entrepreneurshipexpos.

Tax time is right around the corner. If you’re not sure where to start, good news – the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has shared a range of tips and resources to help make tax time simple. Understanding your deductions – From car expenses, working from home costs, tools and equipment – the ATO’s tailored occupation guide gives great insight to common deductions in your role. It also covers information on the income you’ll need to declare, and the records you need to keep.

Travelled for work? – You can claim a deduction for travel expenses if you travel away from your home overnight in the course of performing your employment duties – for example, travelling interstate to conduct an interview. Travel expenses can include meals, accommodation, fares and incidental expenses you incur when travelling for work. You can’t claim a deduction if the travel is paid for, or you are reimbursed by your employer or another person.

Claiming car costs? – If you use your own car to drive directly between work locations, or between meetings with clients, you may be able to claim a deduction. You can choose between the logbook method, or the cents per kilometre method to work out your deduction – as long as your work trip meets the eligibility criteria, you’re keeping the right records, and you aren’t reimbursed by your employer.

The best time to lodge? –

The best time is from late July, when most information from employers, banks and health funds has been automatically included in your tax return. All you’ll need to do is check the pre-filled information is correct, add any income that’s missing, and claim your deductions.

Want to learn more? Visit ato. gov.au/mediaprofessional

INDUSTRY EXPERTS

Separation: Is it the end, or just the beginning?

Divorce, ending a de facto relationship or ending a civil partnership can be emotionally difficult but have you ever thought what happens to your Will if these events occur?

Under the Succession Act 1981 (QLD), if any of the above events occur, your Will is revoked to the extent that it:

1. Gives a gift to your former partner;

2. Appoints your former partner as executor, trustee or guardian.

Your Will is read as if your former partner died before you. Your ‘reserve’ beneficiaries and executors named in your Will effectively replace your former partner. Sound complicated? It is.

Rather than rely on the provisions in the Act, it is best to review your entire estate plan if one of the above events occur.

Your Will is only the beginning.

What about your Enduring Power of Attorney, the beneficiary nomination for your super fund, the beneficiary of your life insurance or the impact on jointly owned property?

Obtain legal advice so that the end of the relationship does not become the beginning of estate planning problems.

Managing the risk of psychosocial hazards at work

On April 1, 2023, the first legally enforceable code of practice addressing psychosocial health risks at work took effect in Queensland.

The code is approved under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (WHS Act) and provides valuable information for employers on how psychosocial hazards and risks can be controlled or managed and can be used to help decide what’s reasonably practicable to implement.

The first step to ensure compliance with the code is to identify workplace hazards in your environment that could pose a risk or have the potential to cause harm. Common psychosocial hazards may include but are not limited to, high or low job demands, poor support, poor organisational change management, poor workplace relationships, including interpersonal conflict, remote or isolated work, poor environmental conditions, bullying, and traumatic events.

What does this mean for you? A mentally healthy workplace does not happen by chance or guesswork, it is therefore recommended that you familiarise yourself with the code of practice and conduct risk assessments on your environment so that you can put reasonable control measures in place to minimise any risk of harm to your team.

As we move quickly toward the end of the financial year, we share some items that you may need to review before June 30:

Personal superannuation contributions

Talk to your advisor about whether making personal super contributions into your elected super fund may be a great option to minimise tax.

Concessional contributions

The concessional contributions cap for 2022–23 is $27,500. However, under the carry-forward rule you may be able to exceed the annual limit, if you have a total super balance of less than $500,000.

Temporary full expensing

It is critical that if you wish to claim temporary full expensing for capital purchases for the 2022-23 income year that you ensure you meet the necessary conditions by June 30, 2023 and plan accordingly to ensure that the delivery and installation of assets can occur prior to the deadline.

• Write off bad debts before June 30 in order to claim as tax deductions.

• Pay super before the end of the financial year to ensure it is deductible.

• Review current business structures.

Dividing assets with your former partner can take time but sometimes there is an urgent need to preserve your rights to more significant property such as real estate.

Ownership of real estate can be held jointly with your partner as joint tenants, or alternatively in particular shares, as tenants in common.

When you are joint tenants, you own the property jointly with your partner. When one of the joint tenants dies, the property automatically passes in whole to the surviving owner.

Owning property as tenants in common means the legal ownership of property is defined by your shareholding and you can direct how your share in the property is dealt with, according to your Will, in the event of death.

To protect a party’s interest in a property, before a formal family law settlement is reached, it may be appropriate to change ownership from joint to tenants in common in equal shares. This process is referred to as “severing a joint tenancy”.

Severing a tenancy ensures that a 50 per cent share in the property is preserved for each owner until a final Family Law Order/Binding Agreement is made.

There is still time left to minimise your tax obligations

Severing tenancy of joint property following separation

MICHALLE FAULKNER MANAGING DIRECTOR, EASTCOAST HR GROUP SUITE 9, 68 JESSICA BOULEVARD, MINYAMA 5443 6022, EASTCOASTHR.COM.AU

LEVEL 3, OCEAN CENTRAL, OCEAN STREET, MAROOCHYDORE 5443 9600, KRUGERLAW.COM.AU

PRINCIPAL, SRJ WALKER WAYLAND BUSINESS GROWTH ADVISORS, ACCOUNTANTS LEVEL 2, 2 INNOVATION PARKWAY, BIRTINYA

NICOLE DAWSON SENIOR ASSOCIATE, CATTON & TONDELSTRAND LAWYERS. KONTIKI BUSINESS CENTRE TOWER 1, LEVEL 3 SUITE 315, 55 PLAZA PARADE MAROOCHYDORE. 5609 4933. CTLAWYERS.COM.AU

PROPERTY SWAP

A rare multimillion-dollar exchange deal in the beachside suburb of Dicky Beach has broken real estate records. WORDS: Steele Taylor. exchanged territories.

Arare swap deal involving multimillion-dollar properties in the same neighbourhood has been formalised.

The owners of 10 Rooke Street, a stylish and modern mansion, and the owners of 37 Wilson Avenue, a vacant block on the beachfront, at Dicky Beach essentially

The home on Rooke Street was bought for $4.8 million before the land on Wilson Avenue was purchased for $6 million, according to real estate data. It’s believed the former went for a suburb record, before it was outdone by the latter.

Ray White sales and marketing

CHARMING BEACH LIFESTYLE

consultant Jason Jaeger says the arrangement was remarkable.

“You don’t see many swap deals,” he says. “It’s rare. There are lots of times where agents come close to lining up swap deals, but it hardly ever happens.

“It’s like chasing rainbows.

“I’ve been around for a while (more than 20 years) and have only done one other swap deal, and it was nothing like this one.”

The two-level home at Rooke Street, designed by Paul Currie, boasts four bedrooms, multiple living areas, an outdoor entertaining area with pool, gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances and huge butler’s pantry.

The vacant land at Wilson Avenue is in prime position.

The 610sqm block literally backs on to the beach.

It’s also not far away from Tooway Creek, local amenities including shops, cafes, restaurants, and parks.

It was owned by one family for about 40 years before being sold, with the new owners essentially paying the difference between the two properties ($1.2 million).

Mr Jaeger says both parties can not be happier.

“The people moving to the block of land – they can now build their dream home by the beach,” he says.

“There are not many vacant blocks on the beachfront, so the people moving there are so happy they can build their dream home there and raise a family there.

“They’re over the moon.

“The couple moving into the house (just 400 metres away) can move into a fully furnished house that has everything you could dream of, and they can do that straight away.

“Both parties have been able to find properties that absolutely suit their needs.”

Want more news daily? Visit our sister site, sunshinecoastnews.com.au, for free up-to-date news.

BUDDINA 3 Akounah Crescent

3 2 2

Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this charming beach house is a fantastic place to live for those who love the coastal lifestyle.

Imagine waking up to the sound of the ocean with the choice to embark on leisurely walks along the river or the beach; conveniently located within 100m of the property’s back gate, a world of adventure and scenic beauty awaits your exploration. Three large decks provide plenty of outdoor living and entertaining space, enveloped by lush greenery. Relax and unwind as the soothing sounds of the surf serenade you. Inside, the house exudes a relaxed, beachy vibe with its beautiful timber flooring throughout the living areas, radiating warmth and character.

Highly sought-after and tightly held precinct

Just 100m to the beach and a mere 200m to the river

Surrounded by a selection of delightful local cafés

Stroll to the picturesque Point Cartwright lighthouse and reserve

Short distance to Kawana Shoppingworld & SCU Hospital precinct

Location, location, location

InspectThis Saturday from 11:30 am – 12 noon

PriceOffers over $2,000,000

Contact Trevor Martin 0400 818 777 or 07 5444 4444

Trevor &

Glenys

Martin 0400 818 777 or 07 5444 4444

Please call the agent for details to register for online auctions.

Sat, 27 May, 10am

Open from 9:30am

1 Beaverbrook Circuit, Sippy Downs

Dallas Foster 0426 817 163

Open from 9:30am

908/9 Market Lane, Maroochydore

Reuben Park 0413 371 696

Open from 9:30am

11 Mountain Ridge Crescent, Buderim

Jake Loiero 0448 000 933

Sat, 27 May, 11am

Open from 10:30am

7 Kerlin Lane, Woombye

Kathryn Willshire 0437 434 648

Sat, 27 May, 12pm

Open from 11:30am

16 Malinya Drive, Buddina

Ryan Bradeley 0418 793 670

James Goldsworthy 0400 635 141

Sat, 27 May, 2pm

Sold prior to auction

17 Planta on Parade, Buderim

Jake Loiero 0448 000 933

Wed, 31 May, 5pm Online

9/6-8 Aerodrome Road, Maroochydore

Sarah-Louise Anderson 0418 200 471

Thurs, 1 June from 5:30pm

– Online

606/21 Kombi Street, Bokarina Adam Budd 0411 808 595

10/85 Picnic Point Esplanade, Maroochydore

James Goldsworthy 0400 635 141

Thurs, 1 June from 5:30pm – Online

10/32 River Esplanade, Mooloolaba

Ryan Cramer 0450 607 926

131 Baanya Street, Wurtulla

Alex Dennien 0402 362 336

10/7 Canberra Terrace, Kings Beach

Will Van den Dungen 0438 130 188

5/60-62 Broadsea Avenue, Maroochydore

Brent Higgins 0414 775 133

OPEN HOMES & PRIVATE INSPECTIONS

You are welcome to attend our open homes or please call the agent to arrange your private inspection or virtual tour.

Waterfront Living at its Finest!

• Modern & stylish three-bedroom apartment overlooking the river

• Open plan living areas flow onto a spacious balcony

• Well appointed kitchen with modern appliances

• Generously sized bedrooms, master with ensuite • Air-conditioning throughout • 2 secure car spaces

• Direct river access with complex jetty

WHY WAIT?

Auc on Online Thurs, 1 June from 5:30pm View Sat, 27 May, 9-9:30am & 1-1:30pm

James

10/85 Picnic Point Esplanade, Maroochydore raywhitekawanawaters.com.au

AUCTION

5 Iluka Avenue, Buddina

• Just moments from the idyllic Buddina sands

• Meticulously crafted home of timeless elegance

• Versatile open plan design, perfect for all buyers

• Entertainer’s delight with seamless indoor/outdoor living

• Generous master suite, with a resort-style en-suite and oversized dressing room

WHY WAIT?

5 3 2 1 546

Auc on On site Thurs, 15 June, 5:30pm

View Sat, 27 May, 10-10:30am & 2-2:30pm

Ryan Bradeley 0418 793 670

Dan McNamara 0458 010 889

raywhitekawanawaters.com.au

AUCTION 4 3 5 2 1

108 Ilkley Road, Eudlo

A true sanctuary for the equestrian lover set on 10 tranquil acres offering total privacy

• Contemporary 4 bedroom home with multiple living areas, expansive deck & inground pool

• Modern bathrooms, 2 ensuites, 2 studies & large well-appointed kitchen overlooking pool

• Stunning cathedral ceilings, air conditioning, ceiling fans & solar

• 20 metres x 40 metres fully fenced all weather arena with flood lights

• 3 stables, wash bays and attached double garage for feed and storage

WHY WAIT?

Auc on On site Sat, 17 June, 1pm

View Sat, 27 May, 2:30-3:30pm

Kathryn Willshire 0437 434 648

raywhitebuderim.com.au

222 River Road, Maroochy River

• Riverfront property with a grand two-storey home

• Perfect for home business and equestrian lovers

• Stables and guest accommodation

• Expansive open-plan living area with second living/games room

• Master with ensuite and parents’ retreat

• Mezzanine-style upper formal living with glass balustrade

• Outside entertaining area with gazebo, firepit, outdoor kitchen

• Huge shed with three internal bays

WHY WAIT?

4 3 5 1 8.73

Megan Murray 0414 734 929

SALE

72/40 Menzies Drive, Pacific Paradise

Over 50’s living at its finest, this is one not to miss. Capture a piece of paradise in one of the most premium residences in the Sunshine Coast, Gem Life Pacific Paradise.

• Highest level of finishes throughout

• Less than 5 minutes to the beach, supermarket and other amenities

• Exclusive onsite facilities

• Private inspections available

WHY WAIT?

MOOLOOLABA BEAUTY

Sale Offers over $900,000

Nick West 0481 717 769 nick_west@raywhite.com

raywhitemaroochydore.com.au

This penthouse is located in the renowned Osprey Apartments, perfectly positioned at the northern end of Mooloolaba Beach. When you step inside, the unsurpassed ocean views will take your breath away. This property has been owned by the same family since construction and has been immaculately kept and updated. Set over three spacious levels, the apartment offers a large second balcony/ entertainment area with views from Point Cartwright to Noosa. Features include a renovated, functional kitchen with top of the range appliances and butler’s pantry and private rooftop with a new spa. The rooftop also includes a kitchen and is the perfect area for entertaining.

58/1-3 BUDERIM AVENUE, MOOLOOLABA

3 bed, 2 bath, 3 car $3 million

Define Property Agents 5478 2477

Jordan Barden 0422 990 824

131 Baanya Street, Wurtulla

• Central location close to hospital precinct and beaches

• 30m of canal frontage

• High ceilings in living and dining with lots of natural light

• Family owned for 25+ years

• Endless potential to put your own stamp on the home

WHY WAIT?

NORTHERLY ASPECT AND OCEAN VIEWS IN ALEXANDRA HEADLAND

42 Tantula Road East, Alexandra Headland

Sitting proudly on 607m2 (approx.) of prime north facing land, this home captures breathtaking views out to Alexandra Headland and up to Mount Coolum. With the Pacific Ocean on your doorstep, buy and renovate, or create a blank canvas and build your dream home. Presented to the market for the very first time, this truly is a wonderful opportunity to move into one of the most favoured streets in Alexandra Headland.

8/128 Duporth Avenue, Maroochydore

Welcome to Unit 8, a beautiful north easterly apartment situated in the heart of Maroochydore with spectacular Maroochy River and ocean views. Stepping through the door, you are greeted by a gourmet kitchen and spacious open-plan living area that flows seamlessly out to the private balcony. Here you can immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the area while entertaining guests or just enjoying the stunning views.

• Northerly aspect

• Stunning ocean views

• Renovate or build

322 1300 400 777

• Close to patrolled beaches

• Solid family home

Auction: Saturday 3rd June at 1pm Onsite

Inspect: Saturday 27th May 11-11:30am

Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188

Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

nextpropertygroup.com.au

BREATHTAKING PANORAMIC RIVER AND OCEAN VIEWS – MAROOCHYDORE

Auction: Forthcoming Auction

Inspect: Saturday 27th May 12-12:30pm

• Half floor unit by the water

• Spectacular river and ocean views

• North easterly aspect

322 1300 400 777

• Secure parking and gated storage

• Pool and BBQ area

Carmel La Macchia 0400 300 545

Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

nextpropertygroup.com.au

BUDDINA BEACH HOUSE CHARM

From page 31

Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this charming beach house is a coastal haven that captures the essence of the seaside lifestyle. Adventure and scenic beauty await just 100 metres from your back gate. With three spacious decks surrounded by greenery, outdoor living and entertaining options abound. Inside, the house emanates a relaxed, beachy vibe, highlighted by timber flooring. Located in the highly sought-after Golden Triangle, this beach house is a haven for beach lovers and is close to cafes and within walking distance of Point Cartwright Lighthouse.

3 AKOUNAH CRESCENT, BUDDINA

3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Offers over $2 million Waterfront Agents 07 5444 4444

Trevor Martin 0400 818 777

23 Castle Reigh Court, Buderim 432801sqm

Auction

Onsite Sunday 4th June 10:00am

Open For Inspection

Saturday 27th May 1:30pm - 2pm

Contemporary Family Haven with Self-contained Granny Flat

Set at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac adjoining natural bushland reserve, this spacious contemporary home is designed for relaxation, easy living, and entertaining. Relax in the pool, unwind by the fire pit, and enjoy the experience of living in the tranquil surroundings. Walking distance to Buderim Village and BMSS makes for easy mornings and slow weekends.

Dan Smith 0438 120 776

dansmith@theagency.com.au

Make the WISE CHOICE when selecting a Property Manager

If there is one person who understands the Sunshine Coast rental market, it is Ross Cattle. His agency, Define Property, is heavily invested in both the residential and holiday home rental sectors – and he has the knowledge and accolades to prove it.

In fact, Define has been rated as the number one agency in the region in terms of tenant connection and properties leased on REA.

What does this mean exactly? It means that the team at Define connect with more tenants than any other agency on the Sunshine Coast.

“With more tenant access we are able to better match tenants and properties,” Ross explains.

“We have a particular strategy for ensuring owners are renting at market value and don’t fall behind, and we have a large connection of tenants, that when accompanied with the latest in tenant application technology, allows us to better match them with properties.

“Understanding the rental property market is a must. We know that the market was the tightest it has ever been, but it is easing. The number of properties available for rent have increased by 700 in two months. For tenants that provides some relief and rent increases are much less likely.”

As for investors, Ross says it is more important than ever to ensure you have good property management in place.

“When choosing an agency, ask about the agency’s strategy on lease terms and why? Ask about their strategy for matching tenants with the right property to reduce risk for you. Ask how often a comparative market analysis is supplied, and ask about the technology the agency uses and how it translates to helping you, the owner. For example, do they offer routine inspections with access to a short video?

At Define, we know it is vital for a property management agency to be well trained & connected with the Real Estate Institute of Queensland and stay at the forefront of changing rental reforms.

“Success in property management is Define’s number one driver, which is why we invest heavily in education and in our staff, to be the best property management business we can be.

“At the end of the day, Sunshine Coast investors don’t need to lose sleep. Year after year, our economy gets stronger. Matched with the coastal lifestyle, together this means that no matter if people are owning or renting, they want to live here.

“This is why investing on the Sunshine Coast is such a safe bet.”

WHAT QUESTIONS SHOULD I BE ASKING?

• Do I have a dedicated property manager?

• How often do your complete inspections?

• Can you provide me with testimonials from existing clients?

• Can you tailor a package to suit my requirements?

Choose your agent carefully – look for an agent or agency that has a solid track record of producing the right result.

The story of Define

17 years & counting...

Principal Ross Cattle had a vision – to define himself as a market leader in the real estate industry. This motivation to shape a real estate office on the Sunshine Coast that excels at every level has been achieved with the establishment of Define Property Agents.

Define Property’s firm commitment to professionalism and attention to detail with uncompromised strategic marketing, genuine client service, superior sales and

negotiation skills guarantees a successful outcome for buyers and sellers at any price level.

The main focus of Define Property Agents is selling and managing residential property with a range of complementary services to make it simple for clients to do business.

In addition to the residential sales and property management teams, Define Property offers expert support

in areas of mortgage finance, project marketing, investment sales and commercial sales and leasing.

Define Property is built on the foundations of integrity, trust, hard work, determination, success and people, by employing the best and brightest in the industry and providing them with the resources, training and professional development to ensure the priority of exceptional service is upheld.

Uncompromised Lifestyle Maroochydore,

OPENHOME

When you step inside, the unsurpassed ocean views will take your breath away. This property has been owned by the same family since construction and has been immaculately kept and updated – all that’s left for you to do is relax and take in the stunning views.

AUCTION RESULTS

The easiest way to check out last week’s auction results.

22 JANDERRA STREET, BUDERIM

Passed in at $800,000

5 bed, 3 bath, 3 car

Ray White, Pam Thomas & Sarah Olsen, 0438 272 096 / 0436 325 257

14/123 BRISBANE ROAD, MOOLOOLABA

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER $850,000

2 bed, 2 bath, 1 car

Ray White Peter King 0408 798 346

29 PRETELLA STREET, WURTULLA

Passed In at $1.018 million – On the market for

$1.2 million

3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car

Ray White, Ryan Cramer & Ray Bradeley, 0450 607 926 / 0418 793 670

11 COACHWOOD STREET, BUDERIM

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $1.510

4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White, Gregory Ward 0497 659 029

07/03 ORIENT COURT, BUDERIM

Sold prior to auction for $770,000

3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White, Gregory Ward 0497 659 029

MARKET TRACKER

Properties recently sold on the Coast:

UNIT 4/9 MCILWRAITH STREET, MOFFAT BEACH

$1.7 MILLION / 2 bed, 2 bath, 1 car

Ray White Caloundra, Andrew Garland

22 WILLIAM STREET, MOFFAT BEACH

$1.41 MILLION / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White Caloundra, Andrew Garland

UNIT 2/47 BURGESS STREET, KINGS BEACH

$500,000 / 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car

Ray White Caloundra, Natascha Drexel-Munro & Carola Drexel

123 SUNSHINE COVE WAY, MAROOCHYDORE

$1.15 MILLION / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Next Property Group, Courtney Paterson

3 WEBB ELLIS COURT, PELICAN WATERS

$1.325 MILLION / 5 bed, 3 bath, 2 car

Ray White Caloundra, Carmen Holtz

UNIT 2/31 NORTH STREET, CALOUNDRA

$560,000 / 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car

Ray White Caloundra, Julie Shirvington

30 OCHRE CRESCENT, CALOUNDRA WEST

$755,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Next Property Group, Peter Salisbury

54A WILLIAM STREET, MOFFAT BEACH

$1.25 MILLION / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White Caloundra, Andrew Garland

48 VILLAGE GREEN BOULEVARD, PALMVIEW

$660,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Century 21, Grant Smith

14 CANAVALIA STREET, PALMVIEW

$865,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Century 21, Grant Smith

11 WYLAH STREET, NOOSAVILLE

$1.1 MILLION / 3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car

Next Property Group, Carmel La Machia

33 CAPRI STREET, CALOUNDRA WEST

$710,000 / 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Aura Property Sunshine Coast

Tavis Callard and Vivian Leigh

6/2 LONGWOOD STREET, MINYAMA

$565,000 / 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car

Next Property Group, Kristen New

5 COORONG STREET, WURTULLA

$1.26 MILLION / 3 bed, 2 bath, 1+ car

Adams & Jones Property Specialists, Karen Jones

2 BOW COURT, WURTULLA

$831,000 / 3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car

Adams & Jones Property Specialists, Karen Jones

11 BENJAMEN CRESCENT, NIRIMBA

$970,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Aura Property Sunshine Coast, Kingsley Ellmer

*As supplied by contributing real estate agencies

WATERSIDE LIVING

s

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

Situated in the highly sought after Juneau complex, this beautiful north easterly apartment features spectacular Maroochy River and ocean views. Stepping through the door, you are greeted by a gourmet kitchen and spacious open-plan living area that flows seamlessly out to the private balcony. Here you can immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the area while entertaining guests or just enjoying the stunning views. The location provides easy access to Ocean Street’s eclectic mix of boutiques, cafés, restaurants, bars, live music, and professional services. A short walk will find you at the Sunshine Plaza, Maroochydore’s new CBD, Cotton Tree or Maroochydore Beach. This apartment is the ultimate in waterside living.

8/128 DUPORTH AVENUE, MAROOCHYDORE

3

2 bath, 2 car

ABC TV (CH2) SEVEN (CH7)

6pm The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Gardening Australia.

8.30 Smother. (M) Grace returns to London.

9.25 Mayfair Witches. (M) Rowan must choose who to trust.

10.10 Interview With The Vampire. (M)

6.20pm The ABC Of... (PG)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Sister Boniface Mysteries. (PG)

8.15 Miniseries: The North Water. (M) Part 3 of 5.

9.20 Ragdoll. (MA15+) Rose’s behaviour raises questions for Edmunds.

10.05 The Messenger. (M)

6.30pm Compass.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Grand Designs: Sydenham Hill.

8.20 The Messenger. (M) Another ace appears.

9.15 Silent Witness. (M) The health secretary is assassinated.

10.15 In Limbo. (M)

NINE (CH8) TEN (CH5) SBS (CH3)

6pm Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.

8.30 MOVIE Spider-Man: Far From Home. (2019) (M) Tom Holland, Jake Gyllenhaal. Peter Parker faces four elemental monsters.

11.00 To Be Advised.

6pm Seven News.

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG)

7.30 MOVIE The Day After Tomorrow. (2004) (M) Dennis Quaid.

A sudden ice age engulfs Earth.

10.00 MOVIE Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse. (2018) (PG) Shameik Moore.

6pm Seven News.

7.00 7NEWS Spotlight. An exclusive, special investigation.

8.00 Secrets Of Prince Andrew. (M) Part 1 of 2. 10.00 The Latest: Seven News.

10.30 Crime Investigation Australia: Catching A Killer – The Claremont Murders. (M)

6pm Nine News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix. (2007) (M) Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint. Harry returns for his fifth year at Hogwarts.

10.20 MOVIE King Arthur: Legend Of The Sword. (2017) (M) Charlie Hunnam.

8.30

9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (PG) Guests include Daniel Craig.

10.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M)

11.30 The Project.

6pm Bondi Rescue. (PG)

6.30 The Dog House. (PG)

7.30 MOVIE Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade. (1989) (PG) Harrison Ford. Indiana Jones tries to find his missing father.

10.00 MOVIE Indiana Jones And The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull. (2008) (M) Harrison Ford.

6pm Mastermind Aust. (PG) 6.30 News.

7.30 Building The Impossible.

8.30 Robson Green’s British Adventure: The Hebrides And The Dee. (PG) Part 4 of 4.

9.25 Legends Of The Pharaohs: Curse Of The Pyramids. (M) 10.20 SBS News.

7.35pm The Real Crown: Inside The House Of Windsor. (PG)

8.30 Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors. The Hawksmoor towers are surveyed.

9.20 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys: Ireland.

10.15 Britain’s Most Expensive Houses.

6.30pm

7.30

8.30

11.50 Law

7pm News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG)

8.30 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (PG) A satirical news program.

9.00 In Limbo. (M)

9.30 QI. (PG)

10.05 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (PG)

6pm Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

7.30 Code 1: Minute By Minute: The Kerang Train Crash. (M)

8.30 Accused. (M) A man is faced with a big decision.

10.30 The Latest: Seven News.

6pm Nine News.

7.00 Rugby League. State of Origin. Game1. Queensland v New South Wales. From Adelaide Oval.

10.00 State Of Origin Post-Match. A wrap-up of the State of Origin clash.

11.00 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

11.30 New Amsterdam. (MA15+)

6.30pm The Project.

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PG)

8.40 North Shore. (M) Abigail

The Sacred Bulls. (PG) Follows a team of archaeologists.

The

9.30 Patagonia: Fjordlands. (PG) Narrated by Pedro Pascal.

10.20 The Death Of Bruce Lee. (PG)

Warning.

10.00 SBS News.

DIGITAL CHOICE

SURF REPORT

Round11. Gold Coast Suns v Western Bulldogs. 10.30 AFL

7.30pm MOVIE Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw. (2019) (M) Dwayne Johnson, Jason Statham, Idris Elba. 10.00 MOVIE Days Of Thunder. (1990) (M) Tom Cruise, Robert Duvall.

MOVIE The Hallelujah Trail. (1965) (G) 9.30pm Super Rugby Pacific

10.15

TV GUIDE

There have been a lot of fish around the points in the past week as the ocean has been boiling. I wonder if anything bigger is underneath chasing the bait fish?

7.30pm Spicks And Specks. 8.00 David Attenborough’s Galapagos. 8.50 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. 9.40 Brian Cox’s Adventures In Space And Time. 10.30 Portlandia.

6pm Escape To The Country. 7.00 The Vicar Of Dibley. (PG) 8.50 Mrs Brown’s Boys. (M) 10.15 Billy Connolly: It’s Been A Pleasure. (M) 11.30 Pie In The Sky. (PG)

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. (PG)

8.30 Inspector Morse. (M) 10.50 Air Crash Investigations: Special Report. (M) 11.50 Doc Martin. (PG)

7.30pm Border Security. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Men In Black II. (2002) (PG) Tommy Lee Jones, Will Smith. 10.30 MOVIE Alien: Covenant. (2017) (MA15+) Michael Fassbender.

6pm American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Motorway Patrol. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Danger Close: The Battle Of Long Tan. (2019) (MA15+) 10.55 MOVIE New Jack City. (1991) (MA15+)

7pm MOVIE Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban. (2004) (PG) Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson. 9.45 MOVIE Chaos Walking. (2021) (M) Tom Holland, Daisy Ridley.

3.45pm MOVIE The Honey Pot. (1967) (PG) Rex Harrison, Susan Hayward. 6.30pm French Open Tennis Pre-Show. 7.00 Tennis. French Open. Day1. From Roland-Garros Stadium, Paris, France.

5.30pm

6.30pm JAG. (PG)

7.30 NCIS. (M) 10.20

MOVIE Mad Max: Fury Road. (2015) (MA15+) Tom Hardy, Charlize Theron, Nicholas Hoult.

6pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (M) 9.00 Friends. (PG)

I remember years ago being told off by an old swimmer as I swam with my kelpie that dogs attract sharks. My reply?

“Well, we are closer to the beach than you!” She didn’t seem impressed.

(2017) (M) 11.10 Young Sheldon. (PG) 11.35 Dating No Filter. (MA15+)

5.30pm

6.30pm

JAG. (PG)

10.30 SEAL Team. (M)

11.30 Star Trek: Discovery. (M)

2605

My Weekly Preview (“MWP”) is locally owned by Sunshine Coast Alliance Publishing Ltd ACN 124 476 142 and is published by 20/20 Publishing Pty Ltd ACN 131 089 793 (the “Publisher”). The contents of MWP are subject to copyright. Reproduction in whole or in part without the written permission of the Publisher is prohibited. The publication of editorial in MWP does not necessarily constitute endorsement of the views or opinions expressed by the Publisher. The Publisher does not accept responsibility for statements made by advertisers. All prices in MWP are correct as at the time of printing but are subject to change.

Refusal to publish in print and or online

The Publisher reserves the right to and may without prior notice refuse to publish; or cease to publish any advertising material in print and or online or inserted material within the publication without providing a reason.