My Weekly Preview Issue 766. July 20, 2023

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EVERYTHING oVER-55S NEED TO KNOW FOR GOOD HEALTH AND WELLBEING

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recipes to warm the heart and fill the tummy

From the editor

Right now, there are about 1800 people on the organ waitlist who desperately need our help. DonateLife Week brings to the forefront the importance of raising awareness about organ donation.

Telling your loved ones you would like to be a donor takes just minutes but could be life changing for those on the waiting list.

This week, journalist Candice Holznagel discovers how one Sunshine Coast organ recipient has been given a second chance at life after receiving a lung transplant seven years ago. Grateful to be living a full and normal life, she is passionate about spreading the vital message about organ donation. You can read her story on page 10.

Also in this issue, we have some delicious winter-warmer recipes for you to try at home, plus some gorgeous fashion pages to pore over. Our retirement feature is packed with all the latest news and advice for over-55s and, as always, we bring you up to date with everything you need to know about what’s happening on the Coast. Enjoy the read!

Ingrid Nelson inelson@myweeklypreview.com.au

SLOW BOIL FOR CAGED EGGS BAN AS CRACKS SHOW

A national agreement isn’t what it’s cracked up to be, as at least one state is in a flap over the timeline for implementation.

Battery hen eggs will be banned under a national agreement by the country’s agriculture ministers, but states can decide when they bring it in.

Federal Agriculture Minister Murray Watt says some jurisdictions will move away from battery cages faster than others, but all are working towards a deadline of 2036.

“Some states will be able to do it more quickly than others and if some states are struggling, that is something we can discuss,” Senator Watt says.

The national standards, which include the phase-out of battery cages, was agreed to at a meeting in Perth recently. NSW would not commit to the timeline.

“We will work to our own timeline to make sure that we’re working with industry in NSW to get the best outcome,” Agriculture Minister Tara Moriarty says.

“We’re going to work with industry so that we’re not impacting supply and we’re not worried about cost-of-living issues.”

Senator Watt says 2036 is a reasonable timeline that gives the industry plenty of time to adjust.

An independent review of animal welfare standards recommends an end to the use of battery hens by 2036, but industry advocates want the deadline pushed back by a decade.

Egg Farmers of Australia warn the target will lead to higher egg prices and compensation claims from producers.

Federal Nationals leader David Littleproud added to calls for an extension.

“Our egg farmers deserve support, not surprises, from state governments,” he says. “Farmers have made investment decisions worth millions of dollars, predicated on the current guidelines, believing they had until 2046.”

Senator Watt rejects suggestions a cage ban will trigger price rises.

Caged hens make up half of the nation’s total egg production. Supermarket giants Woolworths and Coles have agreed to phase out caged eggs from all the brands they sell by 2025. Colesbranded eggs have been cage-free since 2013 and Woolworths since 2015.

Jed Goodfellow, from Australian Alliance for Animals, says it is disappointing a national timeline has not been agreed upon.

“It doesn’t provide the level of certainty that the Australian community and indeed the industry wants to see,” Dr Goodfellow says.

“What’s the point of endorsing a national standard that includes a very definitive timeframe, if it’s going to be left to each individual state to determine their own? With the supermarket commitments to phase out the use of caged eggs in their own supply chains by 2025, it’s very likely that the industry is going to be free of the battery cage system well before the 2036 timeline.”

Melinda Hashimoto, from Egg Farmers of Australia, says producers will also be disappointed.

“It really does leave farmers in limbo. It wasn’t the surety that we were hoping to get,” she says. “Farming organisations now have the role to work with their state agricultural minister around the timing.” – AAP.

STUDY SHOWS RISING COST OF LIVING IS BAD FOR PET HEALTH

Millions of pet owners can’t afford to take care of their pets due to the rising cost of living, new research shows.

A Finder survey of 670 Australian pet owners found 45 per cent – equivalent to 3.1 million households – have cut back spending on their furry friends to save money. Three per cent of pet owners (207,000 households) admit they have had to give up their pet or take it to a shelter due to grim financial conditions.

Finder insurance expert James Martin says pet owners are feeling the pinch.

“It’s becoming increasingly difficult to care for pets on a tight budget,” he says.

“Cash-strapped owners are taking action to cut pet-related costs, but that could lead to costly long-term health complications.”

The research revealed almost one-infour owners (23 per cent) are shopping around for cheaper alternatives to their standard pet food. A further 24 per cent have had to reduce the frequency of their visits to grooming services, while 18 per cent have cut back on vet appointments.

Mr Martin says avoiding vet costs could be a false economy: “Appropriate nutrition and medication is crucial to long-term health and, if skipped, could be an expensive problem down the track.”

Oranges may be an everyday fruit, but they are not a naturally occurring one. As The Telegraph points out, oranges are a hybrid of tangerines and pomelos, also known as Chinese grapefruit, and they were originally green – not, well, orange. Oranges are a subtropical fruit, but now that they exist in more temperate climates, they lose their chlorophyll-induced green and become their more familiar colour when the weather warms up.

Bamboo grows quickly – very quickly. Part of what makes it such an effective renewable resource is that it’s the fastest-growing plant on the planet. This record-breaker can grow an incredible 91 centimetres each day, at a rate of 0.00003 kmh, the Guinness World Records reports.

Do you remember?

One of the ancestors of the modern games console, the Atari 2600 was originally released in 1977. It was a cartridge-based home video-game system that is nostalgically remembered by many. Atari is also known for the creation of games such as Pong, Missile Command and Asteroids – true classics that were playable on the console. Although the Atari 2600 was not the first cartridge-based games console, it is perhaps the most popular and memorable, thanks to the games line-up and history behind it, not to mention the fake teak panelling on the front.

Today in history – July 20

1969 – Apollo 11 lands on the Moon. The spacecraft safely landed on the Sea of Tranquillity, carrying Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, who became the first humans to walk on the Moon.

7518 hours

Eight per cent of us have an extra rib.

Koalas sleep up to 18 hours a day.

25 years

The average person will sleep for 25 years over their lifetime.

1974 – Turkey invades Cyprus. Also known as The Cyprus Peace Operation or Operation Attila, the invasion was a response to a coup in Cyprus. 1976 – Viking I lands on Mars. Part of the Viking program, Viking I became the first American spacecraft to successfully land on Mars and to complete its mission.

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Rectitude

Moral integrity and righteousness or the quality and state of being correct in judgment or procedure.

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Organ-ising a simple decision

A Sunshine Coast woman knows only too well how important Australia’s annual DonateLife Week is in raising awareness of organ donation for saving lives and improving quality of life for recipients.

WORDS: Candice Holznagel.

Can you donate one minute to give someone else a lifetime?

One minute. That’s all it takes to tell your family you would like to be an organ donor.

One minute to register your intent with Australia’s official authority.

For 32-year-old Renee Vitelli, someone’s one minute was the gift of life.

It gave her more time to love, to live and to help spread the vital message about the importance of organ donation.

“It’s given me a life that eight years ago I would never have assumed I would have,” she says.

“I now have the normality of working, of paying a mortgage, of having children.

“Compared to the quality of lifestyle and the life I had before, these things really aren’t hard.

“Hard times for me were trying to hang a sheet on the line while I couldn’t physically breathe.”

Renee was 11 weeks old when she was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis: an

illness that attacks the lungs and digestive system by altering how cells move salt and water around the body.

It causes mucus build-up, which results in breathing difficulty, frequent lung infections, tiredness, poor growth and weight gain. It also makes a person more susceptible to infections.

concerned mum took her for a health check that it was identified.

“One of the nurses there gave me a kiss on the forehead and could immediately tell I was a CF baby. People with CF excrete a lot of salt and she could taste the salt on her lips,” Renee says.

Until her late teens, Renee lived a relatively healthy life. Her parents ensured their daughter completed her physiotherapy and took her “cocktail of medications”. The family also relocated from Brisbane to the Sunshine Coast so Renee could have regular access to the ocean. Inhaling salt water and salt air is beneficial for CF patients.

“It wasn’t explained to me as a big deal,” Renee says of her illness.

CF is the most common life-limited genetic condition affecting Australians and there is no cure.

The disease is generally identified through a heel prick test in newborns.

Unfortunately, Renee’s test was lost in the system, and it wasn’t until her

“It was part of my routine and my life, so I didn’t think much of it.

“I guess I got a bit cocky when I was in my late teens. I had been so healthy for so long that I started skipping things like my medication.”

Over time, Renee’s health

“Hard times for me were trying to hang a sheet on the line while I couldn’t physically breathe”

deteriorated and her body suffered irreparable damage. Through her senior high school years, she was in and out of hospital and being treated for infections.

She graduated high school and began university, but her health continued to decline.

Renee pushed through, refusing to live the life of a “sick person”, often hiding her illness from peers and work colleagues.

Then the breaking point came.

Renee was spending more time in hospital than at home.

At the age of 24, with her lungs failing, she was added to Australia’s transplant list.

“It got to the point the transplant team were like ‘you can’t work anymore’,” she says.

“It was hard to swallow.

“They were essentially saying that I couldn’t continue. I was sleeping 20 hours a day and couldn’t eat because it

was placing too much pressure on my lungs. Everything was physically exhausting. A healthy person can pick up a basic virus and it doesn’t affect them but it would put me in hospital. Dying from a cold or the flu is not uncommon for a person with CF.”

Not surprisingly, the situation took a toll on Renee’s mental health, too.

“When the transplant team brought it up [doing a transplant] with me, I already knew it was coming. You can feel when your body is failing.

“I couldn’t even walk the length of my house. There were many times where I was like ‘Jesus, take me now’.

“There was no other choice. I either had to get on board with the transplant or get out of the way.”

In the three months she waited for her transplant surgery, Renee planned her funeral and prepared her family.

Thankfully, the seven-hour surgery was a success. Pain-free, she was home

10 days after the transplant. Today, Renee is upbeat and energetic. She works full-time and has fiancé Richard and two step-children, aged 12 and 14.

Her quality of life has “improved ten-fold”.

“I watched so many people not get a transplant in time. When they did take my old lungs, they saw I had bronchial pneumonia and said I would have only had a couple of months left to live.

“Knowing that I’ve essentially been given an extra seven-and-a-half years is humbling. It’s amazing.

“I found that I evaluated my life, about who I wanted to be and the role I wanted to play in my life and in those around me. It’s been the most amazing opportunity to continue doing something in this world and to be representing my donor and my donor’s family.

“It takes a minute to give someone a lifetime. That’s the crux of it.

“You can choose what organs you donate. It doesn’t have to be a blanket thing.

“If people are able to let others know their wishes … don’t forget to tell your family you want to be a donor.

“Somebody’s life may depend on it.”

The facts

• 80 per cent of Australians aged 16 and over support organ and tissue donation – yet only seven million are actually registered. The number should be closer to 16 million.

• That means there are nine million Australians who say they support organ and tissue donation, but haven’t yet signed up.

• Trend data shows that 90 per cent of families will consent to donation if you are a registered donor. This number is halved if they don’t know you want to be an organ and tissue donor or you haven’t registered.

• One organ donor can save the lives of up to seven people, and more through eye and tissue donation.

DonateLife Week is from July 23 to 30 and is Australia’s major public awareness campaign to encourage more residents to sign up and support organ and tissue donation. To register, visit donatelife.gov.au.

• There are currently about 1800 Australians on the organ waitlist and 13,000 more on dialysis for kidney failure.

• Since the emergence of COVID-19, the number of donors and people who have received a transplant has dropped by 15 per cent, although there was a small increase in 2022 compared with 2021

Source: donatelife.gov.au.

Renee Vitelli and her fiance Richard Densley

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Did you know?

• Mucosal head and neck cancers are diagnosed in about 3500 Australians every year, representing two to three per cent of all cancers.

• Mucosal head and neck cancer is nearly twice as common in men and often diagnosed in people over the age of 50

• Thyroid cancers are more common than mucosal head and neck cancers and occur in 2400 Australians every year.

• The most important risk factors for mucosal head and neck cancer are tobacco (cigarette smoking, cigars, pipes, chewing tobacco or snuff) and alcohol use.

PEAK COMMITMENT

Most people never hear of head and neck cancer until they or loved ones are diagnosed with it.

July is World Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month and Sunshine Coast resident Anna Bofinger is on a mission to raise awareness and support the vital work of Head and Neck Cancer Australia: the only national organisation dedicated to supporting patients with the disease.

This Saturday, the local physiotherapist

and mum of two will complete a five-peak challenge, raising funds to improve patient pathways. As a head and neck cancer survivor, it’s a cause close to her heart.

“Three years ago, I was absolutely shocked to be diagnosed with tongue cancer,” Anna says. “I was in my 50s, a non-smoker, not a heavy drinker – I had none of the risk factors associated with it.”

Anna underwent radical surgery and six weeks of gruelling radiotherapy, which greatly affected her ability to eat and speak

for several months.

“It was brutal. They had to remove part of my tongue and reconstruct it with tissue from my forearm as well as remove the lymph nodes in my neck,” she says. “I couldn’t talk. It was too painful. I couldn’t eat via my mouth. I relied on a gastric tube. I lost 10 kilos at my lowest point.”

Thankfully, she is now fully recovered and is grateful to the team of professionals who helped her on the road to recovery.

“From the surgeons to the speech therapists to the dietitians, I had a wonderful support team after my diagnosis – I couldn’t fault them,” Anna says.

She is passionate about sharing the

importance of early detection and treatment, as well as better education across medical and dental professions.

“Doctors and dentists are aware of the changing face of head and neck cancer,” Anna says.

“The reality is that patients are often diagnosed at a later stage. Unfortunately, the symptoms they present with often mimic benign problems and are dismissed until the disease is already established.

“The earlier the cancers are picked up, the less invasive for patients and the better the outcome. It’s also so important to seek a second opinion if you are still concerned.”

So, what are the early warning signs?

“Things like a lump in the neck, a red or white patch in the mouth or on the tongue, a hoarse voice or trouble speaking, a sore throat that doesn’t improve or an earache that doesn’t get better,” Anna says. “If you have these symptoms longer than three weeks, they should be attended to.”

Anna will climb Mt Ngungun, Mt Tibberoowuccum, Mt Coolum, Mount Ninderry and Mt Cooroora. All money raised will go to Head and Neck Cancer Australia.

Visit headandneckcancer.org.au.

To support Anna, go to support. headandneckcancer.org.au/myfundraising/147/anna-bofinger---5-peakchallenge-sunshine-coast/.

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Coast physiotherapist is raising awareness of a little-known group of cancers after her own survival story. WORDS: Ingrid Nelson.

Anna and her sons Thomas and Jack

THE GREAT SOUTHERN LAND BATTLE

One of the region’s most-respected developers and the Mayor have locked horns over the timing of a mega-development.

The mayor of the Sunshine Coast has spoken out against a proposed mega-development on the southern Sunshine Coast, but a prominent business leader and the developer say the plan ticks all the boxes.

Stockland has revealed it has started the process of submitting Aura South for independent environmental review by the federal government as the first step in assessing the site’s environmental impacts and suitability for future development.

The site is a cleared former pine plantation landholding spanning 1231 hectares (3041 acres) to the east of the Bruce Highway.

But Sunshine Coast Mayor Mark Jamieson has expressed his opposition to any development on the site, which is also known as Halls Creek, voicing concerns over environmental impacts and transportation links.

“We’ve been dealing with Stockland on this matter for some time. The Sunshine Coast Council and councils before us, particularly Caloundra, have been opposed to the development of the area known as Halls Creek,” he says.

“It’s because it has potential impacts on the Pumicestone Passage (and) the Ramsar wetlands. I also would also urge Stockland to be focused on continuing the development at Aura, where there is many, many thousands of sites for home-building still to be completed, rather than looking to land further south that is undeveloped and isn’t likely to be developed anytime soon –certainly not in time to be of any value in minimising the current housing crisis.

“It is also worth noting that directly opposite Aura is Beerwah East, which is an area of similar size that is already in the urban plan, and it’s owned by the state government. It’s owned by the citizens of Queensland. That’s where the next development should occur.

“There’s a very simple reason why it should occur there and it’s to do with the transport links. That area, Beerwah East, sits between Steve Irwin Way and the Bruce Highway, and to the south: Roys Road. The CAMCOS corridor runs right through the middle of Beerwah East, as it runs right through the middle of Aura.

“That is fundamental to the success of those developments in providing public transport, either into the new city of Maroochydore and any stops in between, or indeed south to Brisbane.

“The Halls Creek area is to the south of Aura. It doesn’t have those transport connections and we run the risk of eliminating what council believes is an important part of our Glass House/ Pumicestone Inter-Urban Break.

“We don’t want that area to be brick and

tile roofs into the future.”

But Stockland senior environment and community development manager Mark Stephens says any potential Aura South development will have transport links that integrate with the neighbouring Aura, and that Pumicestone Passage would be protected by a buffer zone.

“The Sunshine Coast continues to be one of Australia’s fastest-growing regions with strong demand for new residential dwellings and businesses,” he says.

“The housing affordability crisis on the Sunshine Coast will require a number of options to accommodate forecasted growth, including Aura South and Beerwah East, along with other projects.

“Aura South is located on the northern edge of the Halls Creek Potential Growth Area, which has been identified by the state government in regional planning since 2009 as having the potential to sustainably accommodate that growth.

“Aura South has significant advantages that would deliver an integrated transport network. There is immediate proximity to Aura and its infrastructure – including the future train station and cycleways – and access to local and arterial roads, including the Bruce Highway and the Bells Creek Arterial Road, currently nearing completion. Stockland recognises the importance of protecting the Pumicestone Passage. If approved, Aura South would adopt world-leading construction and water-quality protection practices – as we have at Aura – to ensure the passage will be

protected. Aura South has no coastal frontage and part of the proposal is for a three-kilometre vegetation buffer, which includes rehabilitating 400 hectares of land.

“We also recognise the importance of maintaining and protecting the regional Inter-Urban Break (IUB) – as defined by the South East Queensland Regional Plan – the green buffer separating the Sunshine Coast from north Caboolture. Aura South would be completely separate from the IUB, at around 1.5-2km north of the mapped area and is not visible from the Bruce Highway.”

Cr Jamieson acknowledges the need for more housing on the Coast.

But he says Beerwah East is a better

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AT A GLANCE

• The Halls Creek site is 1231 hectares.

• The site is situated between 1.6 and six kilometres east of the Bruce Highway.

• It is located about 1.5 kilometres north of the ShapingSEQ Regional Inter-Urban Break – a 16-kilometre green buffer separating the urban areas of Caboolture and the Sunshine Coast.

• Halls Creek is a cleared former pine plantation, with the area now primarily used for grazing purposes.

• Beerwah East is a similar size to Aura and estimated to cater for 20,000homes

• It has previously been estimated 70,000 additional houses will be needed on the Sunshine Coast by 2041.

option for development.

“Because it’s there (Halls Creek), doesn’t mean it should be developed,” he says.

“Yes, we have a challenging population growth, and that looks likely to continue for some time. That is why I would be encouraging the state government to take action on the Beerwah East site, which is a bigger site – it’ll be able to accommodate many more people.

“It’ll be on a rail corridor, which links Maroochydore and Brisbane. It will create opportunities for higher density right along that corridor if that’s considered necessary. That is where the future development should go, and that is already in the regional plan.

“To provide Stockland, who bought that land on speculation, with the view that they would want to develop it at some stage, as I said, council is opposed to that and we continue to be opposed to it. We urge any other residents on the Sunshine Coast who are opposed to take the opportunity to make a submission to the EPBC (Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act), the Commonwealth government, telling them that they don’t believe that land should be developed, that it should be retained as part of the Glass House/Pumicestone Inter-Urban Break.”

Sunshine Coast News asked Mr Stephens about his opinion on the Beerwah East site but he remained focused on the Aura South proposal.

“One of the key strengths of the Aura South site is that it is well connected, elevated, requires no clearing of trees, has few environmental constraints and would protect the Pumicestone Passage,” he says.

“Stockland recognises and supports the role that Beerwah East plays in accommodating growth, but is not placed to comment on the status of key issues.”

Cr Jamieson says that at this stage, the

Chris Gilmour.

“We don’t want that area (Halls Creek) to be brick and tile roofs into the future”

Mayor Mark Jamieson

Stockland’s Halls Creek Identified Growth Area (IGA) and the Regional Inter-Urban Break. Source: Sunshine Coast Identified Growth Areas White Paper March 2016.

council does not need to take any action against the Aura South proposal.

“We made our position clear to Stockland and I have no doubt they’ll be lobbying the state government and bureaucrats in the state government,” he says.

“They’ll be lobbying the federal government. We’ll probably see state members, both in the government and in the Opposition, come out and complain about it – not that, you know, they’ve managed to find any solutions themselves to the housing crisis. Council has been actively engaged all along with Stockland and the state government around developments at Aura and around the importance of developing Beerwah East. And I make the point again: that belongs to the people of Queensland, not to Stockland.

That’s where the development should be.”

In response to claims the Coast will need about 70,000 more dwellings in the future, Cr Jamieson reiterated his desire for Stockland to focus on developing its current Aura project.

“You can make a case for any number of dwellings,” he says. “I mean, Beerwah East is a similar size to Caloundra South, or Aura. That will cater for 20,000-odd homes, without any shadow of a doubt. The continuing development that already exists in Aura, there’s a large tract of land that’s still there for further development. That’s what Stockland should be focused on.”

But Sunshine Coast Business Council chair Sandy Zubrinich has expressed her support for the Aura South proposal.

“Stockland’s application for the environmental assessment of the Aura South site is a proactive step to prepare for our region’s future, particularly given we are in the midst of an extended housing crisis as our population is predicted to reach more than 500,000 in the next 18 years,” she says. “We are at a tipping point that requires pragmatic, decisive regional leadership to ensure we are prepared for this growth and the estimated 70,000 additional houses needed by 2041.

“Right now, all options should be considered and we should be welcoming investors to the table who can help us

facilitate sustainable, responsible growth to protect our enviable quality of life.

“Master-planned communities like Aura have provided the most affordable, quality housing products for people on modest incomes and for essential key workers who are the backbone of the Sunshine Coast economy.

“The Aura South site appears to tick all the boxes when it comes to a development site, given its limited environmental integrity. When we’re desperately looking for land, this parcel seems like an obvious choice for consideration, and we commend Stockland for starting this process.

“There are limited sites of this scale in the region and while Beerwah East has long been touted as a solution, my understanding is that there is currently still a 90-plus-year forestry lease on the property, so it would be good to understand what impact the premature termination of this lease would have on local industry and related jobs. It may be part of the long-term planning but it’s certainly not a stand-alone solution, potentially accounting for less than 30 per cent of the dwellings needed to deal with our growth and future employment opportunities.”

Cr Jamieson emphasised his concerns about any potential Aura South development getting closer to the IUB, despite Stockland saying it would remain

about 1.5km north of the 16km green buffer separating the urban areas of Caboolture and the Sunshine Coast.

“It’ll be up to the state government in terms of what they think is the best action, but I’d be encouraging them to develop the land they own at Beerwah East,” he says. “That’s the logical next place, and put the train line in at the same time, and deliver what will be a really outstanding development with beautiful public transport, linking Brisbane to Maroochydore.”

To have your say, go to epbcpublicportal. awe.gov.au and scroll down to the Aura South item.

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Stockland’s Mark Stephens

Sandy Zubrinich

STAYING A STEP AHEAD OF SCAMS

Police are warning members of the public to be vigilant after several people fell victim to a scam targeting elderly residents. People claiming to be from their banking institutions call victims and

advise them to withdraw money for a representative from the bank to collect in cash from their home address, just as an employee is emptying customer accounts internally.

“The victims are told it’s to safeguard them, and the bank representative will deposit the cash in a safe account while internal investigations identify their own employee who is stealing,” a statement from Queensland Police Service Media reads.

During one of the attempted scams in June, a victim called police saying that their bank had instructed them to withdraw $10,000 in cash.

A 43-year-old man has since been charged with three counts of money laundering and one count of possessing tainted property.

He was remanded in custody to reappear in Maroochydore Magistrates Court on September 15.

Investigations are continuing.

Investigators warn others who are at risk of falling victim to these scams to remain vigilant.

“Be wary of any bank investment asking to pay funds or deposit cash,” the statement continues.

“Contact the bank directly using a known phone number on their website to verify legitimacy before following any instructions.

“If you are cold called or emailed, never provide personal, bank account or credit card details and do not open links.

“If you feel you have been compromised, contact your bank and credit card provider immediately.”

Residents who have been scammed can make a report via cyber.gov.au.

For more information on scams, visit scamwatch.gov. au. To report a crime, visit crimestoppersqld.com.au.

BIG-HEARTED COAST BOOSTS CAMPAIGN

Community members have opened their hearts and pockets to help the lives of sick children and their families across the Sunshine Coast.

The annual Give Me 5 campaign has raised an impressive $514,947 in 2023, bringing the total over 20 years to a whopping $7 million.

As part of the radio 92.7 MIX FM-run campaign, more than 20 fundraising events were held over June, including the Cash Clean Up that raised in excess of $125,000 in one day.

“In our heads, we are always aiming for $500,000 – we scraped over the line with a last-minute donation of $25,000,” breakfast announcer Caroline Hutchinson says.

“Feeling very grateful today for a whole Sunshine Coast effort.”

The funds raised in 2023 will continue to support the growing health needs of Coast patients and families with equipment for the child continence service, equipment for birth, plus the continuation of the Clown Doctor Service, the Calm Fairies and the Delta Therapy Dog Program.

READY TO KICK OFF A SPORTING LEGACY

Excitement is building for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, as the Coast begins infrastructure planning. WORDS: Caitlin Zerafa.

The nine-year countdown is officially on. Come July 23, 2032, Brisbane and its surrounds –including the Sunshine Coast – will play host to the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

So, what’s in the pipeline for the region’s infrastructure to build or expand on existing venues to cater for sporting

events proposed for the region?

The Coast will be home to four key venues and several sporting events.

That includes the marathon, race walking, cycle road race, cycle time trial, kiteboarding, football, basketball and mountain biking.

Alexandra Headland, the Kawana Sports Precinct and the mountain bike

trails at Parklands are all set to see Olympic glory.

In addition, the new Maroochydore Central Business District will be the venue for a satellite athletes’ village.

Though little has been revealed on this project, Mayor Mark Jamieson said in December 2022 that it would be a 1374-bed Olympic Village.

However, plans have been confirmed for upgrades to the existing Sunshine Coast Stadium at Kawana, plus a new indoor sport centre earmarked to be built at the Kawana Sports Precinct.

Sunshine Coast Stadium: The long-awaited Sunshine Coast Stadium expansion has been confirmed for the existing Kawana venue, with work set to begin in 2024.

The expansion will deliver an additional 10,768 fixed seats, taking total fixed-seating capacity to 11,814.

By utilising the mounds at the northern and southern ends, the stadium will have a total capacity of about 16,000 once upgraded. Additional temporary seating can be installed to boost the total seating capacity to 20,000.

As part of its 2023-24 capital works budget, Sunshine Coast Council has allocated $3.1 million toward finalising detailed design of the expansion.

Sunshine Coast Stadium is a proposed

location for the 2032 Olympic Games football matches, which could include preliminary games and the quarter-finals.

Sunshine Coast Indoor Sports Centre: A new international indoor sports centre that will have capacity for 11 courts and the ability to convert to a 6000-seat show court will be built at Kawana.

Construction will start in 2025 and the centre is expected to be operating by 2027.

It is expected to host the Olympic basketball competition.

The cost of the project is set to be determined once the design process has been completed.

Cr Jamieson says the development will benefit a range of groups and sports, including basketball, netball, volleyball, pickleball, futsal and badminton, before, during, and long after the Games.

“This will result in the venue being available to our community in 2027, well before the proposed Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games basketball competition,” he says.

The decision to develop the indoor sports centre at Kawana follows a review of the site and another located in the Maroochydore City Centre. That proposal was for basketball to be hosted in the not-yet-funded Sunshine Coast Exhibition and Convention Centre within the Maroochydore City Centre.

How the Sunshine Coast Sports Precinct at Kawana might look in 2032

IMAGE: ARTIST IMPRESSION

COMMUNITY NOTES

Help for war widows

Legacy Sunshine Coast is looking to make a difference to the yards of war widows across the Sunshine Coast. For 94 years, Legacy has supported thousands of Queensland veterans and their families. Five yards have been identified across Buderim, Mudjimba, Mountain Creek and Nambour for the tidy up, and Legacy is hoping to raise money to hire contractors to make the space enjoyable again. To donate to the project, visit https://gofund.me/b5de9b1f.

New World War II display

from 5.30pm at the Headland Golf Club in Buderim. There will be an auction and raffles on the night and all money raised will go towards creating care packages and equipment needed for head and neck cancer sufferers in the region. There are still several single tickets available to purchase. For tickets or to give a prize or cash donation, email Carol at cazzadams2@gmail.com.

Maroochydore VIEW Club meetings

including motoring memorabilia, magazines, motors, mag wheels, vintage tyres, rubber kits, timing belts, gaskets, body panels, tools and specialist panel fabrications. The event is at the Nambour Showgrounds at 80 Coronation Avenue, with gates open from 6am to 1pm. Entry is $5, and children under-12 are free. On-site parking will be available for $5. Visit scacc.org.au for more.

Caloundra Quilters show

Buderim Men’s Shed fundraiser

The Buderim Men’s Shed is in urgent need of funds to provide and replace a muchneeded dust extractor for the safety of members in the woodworking section of the group. The shed will be running one of its largest fundraising events of the year. The monster garage sale and open day will be held at 38 Advance Road, Kuluin, on Sunday, July 23, from 7am to noon. Choose from a comprehensive range of crafted items, tools, household items, collectables, plants, reconditioned bikes, lawn mowers, garden and power tools, sporting equipment, books and the ever-popular wide range of plants and much more. Visit buderimmensshed.org.

The Caloundra RSL Military Museum is proudly showcasing a new display. The World War II Command Post/Bunker displays genuine equipment and memorabilia, laid out to show a signaller sitting behind his radio equipment, and an Aussie digger ready to join his new unit: the 1/31st Infantry Battalion. Feedback from visitors so far has been extremely positive. The Caloundra RSL Military Museum welcomes visitors and is open Tuesday to Thursday, from 10am to 2pm, in the underground carpark at the rear of the RSL building.

Head and neck cancer event

Members of the Head and Neck Cancer Sunshine Coast Support Group are holding an annual fundraiser on Saturday, July 29,

Maroochydore VIEW Club meets on the fourth Friday of each month at the Maroochydore Surf Life Saving Club Swan Room. The next meeting is on July 28. The club offers friendship, coffee mornings and outings, while supporting 11 students through The Smith Family and Learning for Life programs. Lunch meetings include an interesting guest speaker, plus the chance to socialise with a fellowship of lovely ladies. Visitors are always welcome. For more information, call Claire on 0416 119 053.

The Nambour Swap

The Sunshine Coast Antique Car Club will hold The Nambour Swap on Saturday, July 29. The swap is a haven for vehicle restorers seeking that elusive part or looking for an entirely new restoration project. Apart from auto ‘finds’, an eclectic array of new or pre-loved items will also be for sale –

The Caloundra Quilters group is hosting its biennial quilt show. The show will be held on July 29, from 9am to 4pm, and July 30, from 9am to 3pm, at the Caloundra Arts Centre at 5 North Street, Caloundra. The show will display quilts in a variety of styles, colours, sizes and designs. Visitors are encouraged to vote for their favourite quilt across the three categories. Members’ hand-made craft items will be for sale, along with local traders’ tables and a bag raffle. Raffle profit will be donated to the Sunshine Coast Animal Refuge. Light refreshments will be available both days. The entry fee is $5. Visit caloundraartsandcrafts.org.au for more information.

Woombye streetscape

It was really great to see so many passionate locals, businesses and community groups turn out to celebrate the opening of Woombye’s new streetscape (pictured).

If you haven’t seen the new look, then head on down and enjoy the outdoor dining and new seating near the cafes along Blackall Street, as well as the new inviting grassed area in front of the School of Arts Hall.

Maleny skate park half-pipe

I’m excited to announce that a new eight-metre-wide half-pipe will be constructed in Maleny, just in time for the summer school holidays.

Due to age and safety concerns, the existing metal half-pipe, next to the main concrete skate park in Maleny Showgrounds, will be demolished this month. The new eight-metre-wide half-pipe will feature four-to-five-foot transitions and a high-performance

Skatelite wear surface. Work is expected to commence in the coming months.

We have worked closely with the Maleny community on this project and heard loud and clear that these free recreational facilities for youth, families and the young-at-heart are so important to support physical and mental health.

The main concrete skate park within the showgrounds remains open for action.

Grants for rural property owners

Rural landowners can apply for financial help to complete on-ground environment projects on their private property, with Sunshine Coast Council’s Landholder Environment Grants now open.

Grants of up to $15,000 are available for projects such as: bush regeneration; reducing sediment loss on farms; control of environmental weeds; modifying nonboundary fencing to make land wildlife friendly; revegetation of degraded areas; and to establish vegetation corridors and buffer zones. Visit sunshinecoast.qld.gov. au/grants to submit your expression of interest before August 14.

Keeping you connected

Keep an eye on my Facebook page for the latest Division 5 news and information. Visit www.facebook.com/ winstonjohnstondivision5scc

– Division 5 Councillor Winston Johnston

Jetting overseas to represent Australia in the sport he loves, runner Jack CraigDaley enjoyed some impressive results at the recent Special Olympics World Games.

The 20-year-old from Beerwah came away with a silver medal for his division in the 200 metre sprint at the Games, held in Berlin last month. His time was 00:31.31 – a close second to the winning time of 00:31.12.

Jack also won bronze as part of the Australian team for the 4x100 metre relay

and made the 400 metre final, where he finished fifth.

During the competition, Jack, who lives with autism and an intellectual disability, also ran five personal-best times.

His coach Tony Doherty says the young runner enjoyed a great experience, being part of the Australian team.

“He had a great experience and grew as an athlete on the world stage by digging deep,” Mr Doherty said.

AUSSIE ATHLETE RUNS HIS OWN RACE WITH

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JULY

A HARD KNOCK LIFE

Best known as the creator of the multi-award-winning ABC-TV smash hit Choir of Hard Knocks, Jonathon Welch threads the amazing story of his life with beautiful music and stories. From his early years being told he would never have a singing career, to becoming one of Australia’s finest tenors and being awarded Australian of the Year Local Hero 2008 and an Order of Australia for his passionate work and advocacy of the homeless and disadvantaged, Welch’s voice and unique story is thrilling, deeply moving and inspiring.

When: Wednesday, July 26, 11am.

Where: The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.

Tickets: $25, via theeventscentre.com.au/ event/a-hard-knock-life/.

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.

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27

JULY

NAMBOUR FORECOURT LIVE

Head on down to the July edition of Nambour Forecourt

Live. This free, live event features music from Cora Ledwith, Henpeck and Phil Barlow and the Wolf. There’s kids’ craft activities, doughnut decorating, and library games from 4pm. Nambour chamber of commerce will be running a licensed bar, with Morts, Sunshine & Sons Gin and Your Mates available. BYO picnic rug/chair and water bottle.

When: Friday, July 28, 4-8.30pm. Where: Bury and Currie streets, Nambour. Tickets: Free event.

JULY

TASTE NATIVE AUSTRALIA DINNER

The Taste Native Australia Dinner is a rare culinary journey into The Dreaming. Special guest and Kabi Kabi Elder

Udjeee Tais will tell stories of myths and legends of the region, while hatted chef Tye, from Pickled Paradise, will serve decadent hors d’oeuvres, followed by a four-course meal celebrating native Australian ingredients with hand-picked bush-tucker garnishes from the wild Sunshine Coast hinterland. Enjoy a fully licensed bar serving Australian cocktail specials and local Jarrah Boy First Nations beer and the choice to add wine pairing to your meal.

When: Thursday, July 27, 5-9pm. Where: 7 Venning Street, Mooloolaba. Tickets: $185, via events.humanitix. com/taste-native-australia.

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JULY

MANGO’S CHEF TABLES

Indulge in a unique dining experience at Mango’s Bar & Grill. Included is a four-course meal crafted by an expert team of chefs, led by executive chef Robert Caulan. Get ready to savour the flavours of the Sunshine Coast as these chefs bring to life the essence of the region’s rich bounty. This is an opportunity to celebrate the best of local cuisine.

When: Friday, July 28, 6pm.

Where: Banana Bender Pub, 1 Downunder Drive, Palmview.

Tickets: $78, via events.humanitix.com/ rawganix-farm-to-mangos-chef-table.

22 & 23 JULY

MALENY WINTER CREATIVE FESTIVAL

Visit Maleny for the Winter Creative Festival where local artisans showcase their beautiful hand-made products. There’ll be 50-plus stalls over two spaces. There’s no better time to see Maleny than in winter – the ideal time and place to buy hand-made products and support local artisans.

When: Saturday, July 22, and Sunday, July 23, 9am-3pm.

Where: Maleny Community Centre, Maple Street, Maleny. Tickets: Free entry.

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JULY

BUSH TUCKER BY THE RIVER

Step back in time as you board our Heritage-Listed vessel Spray of the Coral Coast and treat yourself to a relaxing, fine-dining cultural experience, brought to you by Saltwater Eco Tours. A selection of unique canapes, local produce and bush-tucker ingredients, this two-hour cruise will have you soaking up the sunshine along the Mooloolah River. Enjoy a refreshing beer, sparkling champagne or signature lemon myrtle cocktail from the licenced bar.

When: Friday, July 28, 11.30am-1.30pm.

Where: 123 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba.

Tickets: $89, via events.humanitix.com/bushtucker-by-the-river.

JULY

WOMEN IN MANUFACTURING

You’re invited to join in the sixth year of celebrating Women in Manufacturing. Participants will explore the importance of creating clear pathways and inclusive workplaces for women. Learn of the benefits this brings and how innovative employment strategies create a highly skilled workforce and improved staff retention.

When: Thursday, July 27, 7-9.30am.

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

Tickets: Free event. Registration is essential, via eventbrite.com.au and search for ‘Women in Manufacturing Sunshine Coast’.

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JULY PLANT-POWERED COOKING 101

In this two-hour, hands-on, plant-based course, learn how to make delicious and healthy treats, from creating nut milk to energy bites. Discover how simple and fun it is to incorporate plant-based ingredients into cooking and baking. Instructors will guide you through the basics of plantbased cuisine, tips and tricks for selecting and preparing ingredients.

When: Friday, July 28, 9.30-11.30am. Where: 4/18 Hancock Way, Baringa. Tickets: $75, via events.humanitix.com/ hands-on-plant-based-basics-course2hrs-min.

28 & 29 JULY

TASTY TOURS’ KOMBUCHA WORKSHOP

Tasty Tours and The Fermentier present this fun and informative, hands-on fermentation workshop. During this 90-minute workshop, you’ll taste a variety of drinks and learn everything you need to know about fermenting vegetables and making your own kombucha. You’ll also receive your own Scoby starter kit to take home to start making your own brews.

When: Friday, July 28, and Saturday, July 29, 10.30am.

Where: 17 Hitech Drive, Kunda Park. Tickets: $65, via events.humanitix.com/ tasty-kombucha-workshop.

Gig guide

FRIDAY, JULY 21

ABBA and the Bee Gees Tribute, Banana Bender Pub, 6pm

Raw Ordio, Alex Surf Club, 4pm

Spectrum Duo, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm

Callum Taylor, Caloundra RSL, 5.30pm

David Lee, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 4pm

Allan Gumm, Cooroy RSL, 6pm

DJ JD7, Beerwah Hotel, 8.30pm.

SATURDAY, JULY 22

Fake News, Solbar, 6.30pm

The Febs, Alex Surf Club, 7.30pm

Laura Doolan Duo, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm

Johnathan Mark Hayden, Caloundra RSL, 5.30pm

Dirty Dice, Beerwah Hotel, 8.30pm.

SUNDAY, JULY 23

Eighties Recall, Alex Surf Club, 4pm

Tune Rangers, Maroochy RSL, 6pm

Chris Ramsay, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 2pm Mr Baritone, Palmwoods Hotel, 2pm.

* All events were correct at time of printing.

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ROUGH END OF THE PINEAPPLE

Jane Stephens reckons we can beat the Europeans at their own game by claiming a stake in naming rights for some of our home-grown delicacies.

Purveyors of fine food in Europe have the yips about Australian farmers using their lingo. They are so protective of their food patches that it felled a whole free-trade agreement – their demands that we stop using the words ‘feta’, ‘prosecco’ or ‘parmesan’ being unacceptable to us.

Australia and Europe have been trying to hammer out the agreement for five years.

The handshake would have seen $100 billion of our beef, lamb, sugar and cheese in EU supermarkets – where 250 million people shop. But they wanted us to change the way we talk about food they say is theirs – monikers we know, love and devour. And that was one of the issues that brought it all unstuck. The issue is geography, apparently.

Champagne was sequestered off a decade ago and most of us have become used to saying sparkling wine instead. But the EU’s removal of other continental-born treat words was a bridge too far.

So, sod them, I say. Let’s celebrate our own produce from our own unique island by joining in the geographical food name game. Bananas battle it out with Coca-Cola as one of Australia’s top-selling supermarket items, and 95 per cent of them are grown in

the Sunshine State. So let’s start calling them Queensland bananas. Our nickname is the Banana Benders, after all.

The delicacies from the ocean are responsible for other parochial delights. We can claim barramundi and be sure to say Moreton Bay before we say bugs or prawns.

Queensland mud crabs are a sweet sensation, so the geographical prefix should be used from here on in. Those buttery nuts were from Bauple long before they were Hawaiian macadamias. Queensland pineapples taste like our glorious sunshine and Woombye and Kenilworth cheeses are unique and awarded.

While we are at it, let’s stake our claim and have an official state dish that we shield from others’ appropriation. Salt and pepper squid is loved nationwide, featuring on almost every menu from gungy pub grub to haute cuisine. And there is bush food that has been Queensland’s own for thousands of years. So, let’s settle on Moreton Bay bugs, served with a Bauple nut, lemon myrtle and Queensland pineapple crumble.

Words for our food are almost as important as the morsels themselves. We should feel proud of our own. It makes the meat pie and fairy bread feel very outdated.

HOW TO FIX THE

BROADCAST BLUES

The news leading up to Origin III was all about the players’ media ban from Wednesday through to Sunday. The ban was in response to a two-year dispute between the players’ union and the NRL/ARL Commission.

I am not sure what the details are, but two years and no result either way seems ridiculous and makes the public service, government and local council workings look efficient.

What makes me laugh is, broadcasters were scratching around, filling in spots pre- and post-game and during the match that are usually filled by player interviews.

They are usually saying the same stuff but I guess it does give broadcasters content away from commentator Phil Gould and the like, pushing whatever agenda they have at the time.

Hopefully by the time you read this, the boycott will be over and another agreement made. But if not, I have an idea for content. At post-match interviews, the coach usually has the skipper with him and they are happy or sad, depending on the result. Maybe the coach could bring with him a long-time volunteer and

supporter of the club to sit through what winning and losing means to them and what a poor decision from the bunker does to a supporter. That would make it more interesting viewing. Probably the only thing better would be if the bunker official sits with both coaches. Pre-match could be filled with interviewing supporters and asking them how they think the game is being run by the ARL Commission. The commission rep could answer questions. Do you think Origin played at a post-8pm kick-off on a school night is good for the game? Do you think grassroots footy gets enough support? Do you think NRL coaches just pick players from some kind of talent tree, or in fact are a fair percentage of them developed in regional areas which need more support?

I think that would make good viewing – actually talking about where these players come from – and hopefully the ARL Commission board members may actually learn something. You know what they say: if you repeat stuff enough, it sinks in. As Aristotle said, “Hope is a waking dream.” The above is my dream.

Ashley Robinson dreams of a world where rugby league head honchos make grassroots supporters in regional areas a priority.

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.

WHY I’M GETTING ALL DOLLED UP

Sami Muirhead is keen to go all ‘Barbenheimer’ and join friends to see two new blockbuster movies she’s sure won’t bomb on the big screen.

The blockbusters are here, people! It is time to grab your choc-top ice creams, buckets of popcorn, and splurge on the big screen.

Some of the biggest releases of the year have arrived after all the hype (and pink hyper-colour). Firstly, there is our Margot Robbie sizzling across from Ryan Gosling in Barbie. It is such clever marketing with the taglines: “If you hate Barbie, you will love this movie. If you love Barbie, you will love this movie.”

We have come a long way since I was a little girl and played with my Barbies, which were so old that many of them had one arm and horrid hair that was falling out in clumps. My Barbies looked like Druggo Barbie. Barbie stopped ageing at 19, but if we are counting birthdays, she is 64 this year. Barbara Millicent Roberts has been a childhood favourite for six decades.

All I wanted to make my life complete when I was seven was Malibu Barbie and her matching campervan. But we were a family that did not seem to buy Barbie new and, instead, Mum always bought us skateboards and fast toys that you could injure your body on/in/around. Feeling a little nostalgic, this big kid will be lining up to see the most famous blonde in the world.

The second blockbuster being released this week is Oppenheimer. The storyline is about the development of nuclear bombs in World War II. The cast is incredible, with Matt Damon, Cillian Murphy (from Peaky Blinders), Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr, Josh Hartnett, Casey Affleck, Rami Malek and Kenneth Branagh. It looks brilliant and heavy.

But the best part of July is this new phenomenon of groups seeing both movies and calling it ‘Barbenheimer’. It has a great ring to it, doesn’t it? Some friends are doing cocktails for Barbie, and then dinner before watching Oppenheimer. I am nothing if not a follower of trends and an enabler of fun and frivolity. Bring on Barbenheimer!

And if it is all a negative for you, then of course there is Tom Cruise’s latest movie Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part 1

Well, Tom, I am still mad at you for breaking our Nicole Kidman’s heart. Will we ever know what happened with their kids? Why do I care so much? Anyway, if the mission in the plot is always so impossible, then why is Tom being assigned a mission for the 7th time? This franchise really could be called Mission Totally Possible. Spoiler alert: Cruise will be doing a lot of running, jumping and jaw flexing.

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

Darryl Watt, Ord Minnett Buderim.

INVESTING IN TIMES OF HIGH INFLATION

Inflation is a hot topic of conversation at present with many people either feeling some hip-pocket pain from increased mortgage repayments or enjoying better returns from term deposits.

In this article, I look at an asset class that can assist with portfolio diversification and potentially improve risk-adjusted returns.

Infrastructure investments tend to offer stable, long-term growth potential.

Governments and private entities continuously invest in infrastructure projects to support economic development, improve transportation networks, upgrade utilities and enhance communication systems. These ongoing projects provide a steady stream of revenue for infrastructure companies, which can translate into consistent returns for investors.

The assets provide essential services that are vital for economic activities. These include sectors such as transportation (roads, bridges and airports), utilities (water, electricity and gas), telecommunications and renewable energy. The demand for these services remains high, irrespective of economic cycles, making infrastructure stocks relatively resilient during market downturns.

Major projects often receive

significant government backing, either through direct investments or policy support. Governments worldwide recognise the importance of infrastructure development for economic growth, job creation and improving the standard of living. This involvement brings stability and reduces the risk associated with these investments.

Investing in infrastructure stocks can also enhance portfolio diversification. They can have low correlation with other traditional asset classes, such as bonds and other stocks. This can reduce portfolio volatility and potentially improve risk-adjusted returns.

Infrastructure needs exist globally, providing opportunities for investors to diversify geographically and allow them to participate in the growth potential of various regions.

In the current environment, they can also act as a hedge against inflation.

Infrastructure assets, such as toll roads, airports and pipelines, often have revenue streams tied to inflation or contractual agreements that allow for periodic price adjustments. As prices rise, the income generated by these assets can increase, helping to protect against the eroding effects of inflation.

Australian investors are well versed on infrastructure investments, with several key infrastructure stocks listed on the ASX, in addition to the availability of managed infrastructure funds.

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

Cottage pie

Serves: 8 | Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 20 minutes

The name ‘cottage pie’ was first used at the end of the 18th century in England. It was around that time that poorer people who lived in cottages in the country started using potatoes as everyday food. The dish was considered to be very economical, with the ability to feed larger groups of people. Today, especially as the cost of living continues to force Australians to tighten the belt, the cottage pie remains a delicious, nutritious and economical dish to feed the masses.

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Ingredients

• 1kg lean beef mince

• 500g frozen mixed vegetables, thawed

• 2 x 500g jar vegetarian pasta sauce

• 1kg mashed potato.

Method

1. In a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat, brown the mince and season with sea salt and cracked pepper.

2. Add the frozen vegetables and mix well.

3. Pour over the pasta sauce, stir, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

4. Preheat the oven to 180C.

5. Pour the mince into a pie dish and top with mashed potato and season well.

6. Bake for 20 minutes or until the potato is golden brown.

Easy tip: use pre-made mash potato, found in the freezer section of your local supermarket.

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A winning shot

Buderim Ginger has won Best Functional Food or Beverage Product at the esteemed Naturally Good Awards for its BioActive Ginger Plus shot.

The recognition comes as a result of the product's ability to help relieve a range of ailments, including nausea caused by travel sickness, pregnancy or medical treatments.

Buderim Ginger's Sales and Product coordinator Millie Mae says it is an exciting win for the product, which competed against a diverse range of national and international healthrelated brands. Ms Mae attributes the achievement to Buderim Ginger’s 80 years of experience in ginger and the passionate in-house research and development team. The Naturally Good Awards recognise the products and brands that are moving and shaking the industry, celebrating all things natural, organic and healthy. Buderim Ginger is a member of FAN Sunshine Coast. Visit buderimginger.com.

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Fragrant prawn and macadamia curry

Serves: 4 | Cook time: 20 minutes

Spice up your evening with this rich and aromatic prawn curry made complete with the much-loved, creamy taste of Nutworks' premium raw macadamias. This delicious main course is an easy, nutritious recipe – perfect for entertaining. Recipe and image courtesy of the Australian Macadamia Society.

Ingredients

• 150ml macadamia oil

• 1 tsp coriander

• 1 tsp cumin

• 1 tsp fennel seeds, toasted and finely ground

• ¼ tsp turmeric, ground

• 1 tbsp ginger, freshly grated

• 6 cloves garlic, crushed

• 6 green onions, finely sliced

• 2 red chillies, finely sliced

• 400g tinned tomatoes

• 150ml fish stock

• 16 green prawns, peeled, tails left intact

• 1 tbsp fish sauce

• 1/2 cup macadamias, chopped, or Nutworks

Chefs Pantry Macadamia Chips

• 1/4 cup coriander leaves, roughly chopped.

Method

1. Heat the macadamia oil in a large wok. Add the spices and cook for one minute or until aromatic.

2. Add the ginger, garlic, green onions and red chillies. Cook, stirring for 1-2 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cook for a further few minutes.

3. Pour in the fish stock and simmer for five minutes or until the sauce has reduced and thickened.

4. Add the prawns and cook for five minutes or until they have turned a deeper orange.

5. Stir in the coriander leaves, reserving some for the garnish.

6. Serve with basmati rice and plain yoghurt.

Nutworks’ macadamia chips are available in 500g or 1kg bags and are packed full of raw macadamia nuts, diced into 6-10mm sized pieces.

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Natural or lightly roasted? With gourmet flavours or coated in the most indulgent chocolate? What more could we do to better this already amazing nut?

YOUR CHANCE TO JOIN RESORT-STYLE VILLA LIVING IN COAST COMMUNITY

Retirees have a rare opportunity to join the popular Sunset Palms retirement community on the Sunshine Coast.

Expressions of interest are now open for the latest stage of 22 villas, due for completion later this year.

Ideally located between the lush hinterland and the beach, Sunset Palms

by Aveo offers relaxed, resort-style living close to leading lifestyle amenities.

Community manager Nina Jungland says the village, which opened in 2019, is set in a private corner of the masterplanned Harmony residential estate in Palmview.

The village has all the conveniences of its planned town centre.

That includes retail, services, cafes, restaurants and 130ha of parklands and walking trails.

“We’re very excited to see construction advancing on the latest release of 22 architecturally designed two- and three-bedroom villas and to formally launch the expressions of interest phase,” Ms Jungland says.

“Sunset Palms is a boutique-style community, only 15 minutes from the stunning sandy beaches of Mooloolaba and 20 minutes from the lush Sunshine Coast hinterland.

“Residents enjoy a low-maintenance, independent lifestyle surrounded by friendly and like-minded neighbours who share a vibrant social calendar, with regular lunch gatherings, happy hour, book club and art and craft classes.’’

The new open-plan villas feature full-size kitchens, premium inclusions, a lock-up garage, outdoor patio and grassed backyard that you will never need to mow yourself, with prices starting from $510,000.

Communal facilities include a heated pool, gym, dining and lounges areas, bar, billiards table, library, media room, salon, workshop, bocce court and residents’ vegetable gardens.

Ms Jungland says a bus is available to take residents on shopping trips to the major retail centres at Sunshine Plaza in Maroochydore or Kawana Shoppingworld, and pets are welcome subject to management approval.

Sunset Palms is located at 58 Harmony Boulevard, Palmview. For more information or to take a tour of the community, call 13 28 36 or visit aveo.com.au.

HALLMARK DINING EXPERIENCE AT IMMANUEL GARDENS

The new renovation at Immanuel Gardens

Aged Care in Buderim is starting to take shape, preparing to welcome new residents to the beautiful Eucalypt area.

A stunning new servery, residential-style kitchen area and adjoining dining space are at the heart of the transformation.

These areas have been purposefully designed in partnership with Lutheran Services’ Happy Table initiative, all around delivering an exceptional dining

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experience for residents. A key focus of Happy Table is to provide residents with daily choice over their dining experience, including menu options, locations and mealtimes.

Dining locations include both private (in room and/or small in-house dining), as well as the opportunity for a sit-down experience.

The Eucalypt renovation creates a home-like kitchen and dining space that is accessible to residents and their guests,

and encourages independence in food preparation. A servery-style island bench is at the centre of the design.

Residents can choose how much they would like to eat or whether or not they would like to serve themselves.

Generous spaces mean residents can access their own drinks, snacks and condiments during mealtimes and throughout the day.

A water filtration system has been installed so residents can prepare hot and cold drinks for themselves or their guests.

The colour palette for the renovation and selection of materials have been inspired by flora and fauna, drawing on the natural environment to create a contemporary, tranquil space for residents.

Shaker-style cabinets, stylish hexagonal subway tiles and brushed-gold hardware elevate the aesthetic of the space and add to the home-like feel.

The neutral, contemporary colour palette – with pops of navy blue and VJ panelling – seamlessly connects to the other areas of the renovation.

Immanuel Gardens staff are excited to open up this new area for residents and see it in action and look forward to welcoming residents to Eucalypt soon.

Visit lutheranservices.org.au/agedcare/immanuel-gardens/.

SCREENING

A free screening test is one of the best ways to prevent bowel cancer and invest in a healthy future.

Bowel cancer is the fourth-mostdiagnosed cancer and the second-biggest cancer-related killer in Australia – and many could be prevented. The risk of bowel cancer increases with age, and can develop without any obvious symptoms.

The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program sends out free bowel cancer screening kits to eligible people between the ages of 50 and 74. The test kit is sent directly to a Medicare-registered address and can be completed at home.

Queensland Health Cancer Screening branch director Paul Vardon says bowel cancer is one of the most-treatable cancers, and screening is the best way to ensure early detection.

“Australia has some of the best cancer screening programs in the world but only four-in-10 Queenslanders take advantage of the bowel cancer testing kit when it arrives in the post,” he says.

“More than one million kits have been sent to Queenslanders and not even half have been returned for testing. It’s important to make time to do the test as soon as possible. Put it near the toilet so you don’t forget about it.”

Call 1800 627 701.

At Suncare we are committed to making people’s lives better. We are a leading provider of in-home care and health services that enable our customers to live safely and happily at home.

Visit careers.suncare.org.au, or email Suncare at hr@suncare.org.au or call the team on 1800 786 227

FRIENDS AND FAMILY SETTLE INTO NEW COMMUNITY

They were friends before they became family. So, it was an easy decision for Vicki Hall and Ian and Narelle Grayson to move into the same community at Stockland’s Halcyon Nirimba.

Initially meeting through the local football club, their friendship of more than 25 years became a family affair when Vicki’s daughter, Sarah, and Ian and Narelle’s son, Wade, hit it off.

Sarah and Wade eventually married and are now the proud parents of 14-year-old Bailee and 10-year-old Indie, granddaughters for Vicki, Ian and Narelle.

Vicki had begun looking to downsize when Ian and Narelle joined her on a site visit to Halcyon Nirimba. Stockland’s master-planned Aura community on the Sunshine Coast, where Halcyon Nirimba is located, ticked all the boxes for her and she signed up the next day.

“I had a lovely house in Little Mountain with nice neighbours,” says Vicki, who worked in retail before retiring, “but it is nice to have people around all the time now and things to do every day.

“There are street parties, Sunday sessions, barbecues and impromptu get-togethers every week. I love pickleball, though it is a little harder for

me these days. But I still enjoy a hit and a giggle.”

Ian and Narelle, who met as teenagers, retired from their work with the Queensland Forestry Service in 2006.

Narelle worked in IT management, providing training and support to staff around the state, while Ian, a cartographer, worked on developing Geographic Information Systems.

“We had travelled around Australia in our caravan and seen a few lifestyle communities. Ian had been keen to make the move since we retired but I didn’t want to leave Caloundra, where I have lived most of my life,” Narelle says.

“The location was perfect and the house we chose was beautifully presented, ticking all our boxes. We signed up the day after Vicki.

“As we prepared to move, we sold our house and moved into our caravan, living by the beach.”

Ian adds: “We are still only a short drive away from the coast and there are many lovely walks to enjoy around us here too.”

Shared grandparenting duties have also become easier for the two households.

“We share some of the school runs for Bailee and Indie and although they

Immanuel Gardens Aged Care

Aged care doesn’t need to be tricky

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We understand that figuring out Aged Care can be daunting. So at Immanuel Gardens, we go above and beyond to make things easier. We offer a dedicated Client & Community Advisor, Lauren Dearing, who will happily answer all your questions.

So don’t try to work it all out on your own— call Lauren at Immanuel Gardens today.

live locally, they love a sleepover,” Narelle says.

Vicki explains: “We both downsized to two-bedroom homes. The girls could stay with us at the same time but one likes to stay at one house and one at the other. That way, they have their own

rooms and then they switch over.

“They can also chat with each other through the intercom and make great use of the lifestyle facilities we have right on our doorstep.”

Halcyon Nirimba is at 25 Banya Avenue, Bells Creek. Call 1800 050 050.

FIVE EXERCISES TO HELP IMPROVE MOBILITY

Generally speaking, mobility is the ability to move freely and pain-free through a full range of motion, with strength and stability.

Here is a basic list of five movements that can contribute to whole-body mobility. This is not specific advice, but will assist with movement capacity and won’t aggravate any previous injuries or soreness.

1. ANKLE CIRCLES – Lying on your back on the bed, grab underneath one knee with your hands taking the weight of the leg. Hold this position and draw circles with your ankles in both directions. Make 10 circles in each direction. Repeat.

2. GLUTEAL STRETCH – Lying on your back on the bed, grab underneath one knee with both hands.

Pull the knee (within limits of tightness and movement) towards your opposite shoulder and hold for 10 seconds. Repeat twice on each side.

3. LUMBAR ROCKS – Lie on the bed with legs bent and feet on the bed. Rotate the knees from side to side, trying to keep the lower back on the bed. Do 10 on each side for two rounds.

4. THORACIC ROTATIONS – Sit on the edge of a chair or the bed and place

crossed arms in front of the chest (genie position) Rotate both arms left and then back to the middle and then right and back to the middle. Rotate through the upper spine and follow your arms with your eyes. Do six repeats each way for two rounds.

5. SHRUGS – Sit on the edge of a chair or the bed and raise your shoulders towards your ears and then roll them backwards and down into the spine. Relax and repeat. Do this 10 times for two rounds.

These exercises are generalised and of low intensity and can be performed daily for best results.

They will improve mobility within reason. However, specific movements that you have difficulty with can be improved with specific therapy.

Tristan Hall is an exercise physiologist with Full Circle Wellness. Call 0431 192 284 or visit fullcirclewellness.com.au.

WHAT HAPPENS TO MY SUPER WHEN I DIE?

Did you know that the proceeds of your superannuation fund do not automatically form part of your estate to be distributed in accordance with your will?

Q: So, where does my super go?

A: If you have made a Binding Death Benefit Nomination in your will, then the proceeds (or death benefit) will go to the nominated beneficiary or beneficiaries. However, if you don’t have a Binding Death Benefit Nomination, then your superannuation fund has the discretion to decide who will be paid your death benefit.

Q: What is a death benefit?

A: A death benefit is the sum of money payable from your super after you die. It can include any super that was payable to you at the time of your death, plus any life insurance or other benefits payable from your super fund.

Q: What is a Binding Death Benefit Nomination?

A: It’s your written direction to your superannuation trustee, outlining how you wish some or all of your super death benefits to be distributed.

Knee, Hip and Sports Injury Surgeon

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World-class care close to home

Patient specific knee replacement

Hip replacement including minimally invasive & short stay

Complex first hip & knee replacement due to rheumatoid arthritis or developmental dysplasia

Complex revision (repeat) hip & knee replacement

Knee reconstruction including ACL repair

Sports injuries of lower limb including reattachment of hamstring and quadriceps tendon

clinic in 2020 in Birtinya. Dr Gray operates at Buderim Private Hospital and Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital.

No one knows your body, lifestyle and goals better than you. Longer appointments with Dr Gray when he meets you for the first time ensures he combines this knowledge with his world leading care. He ensures that short term goals are met with long term success.

The nomination is generally valid for a maximum of three years and lapses if it is not renewed. If your nomination is valid at the time of your death, then the trustee is bound by law to follow it.

Q: Who can receive a death benefit?

A: After you die, only your dependant, the legal personal representative of your estate or any person you nominated under a binding nomination can receive the death benefit from your super fund. A dependant includes your spouse, de facto partner, child or any person financially dependant on you.

Q: What happens if I don’t renew the Binding Death Benefit Nomination?

A: If you don’t renew the Binding Death Benefit Nomination when required (usually every three years), then it becomes non-binding and your super fund can decide who will be paid your death benefit.

Q: What happens if my nomination lapses after I have lost capacity?

A: If this happens, the law is not clear whether your Power of Attorney can renew your binding nomination. It is up to your super fund whether to allow this or not.

WORDS: Lucinda Dean

EAR WAX REMOVAL DONE THE RIGHT WAY IN CLINIC

The ear canal cleans itself with a waxy secretion called cerumen.

Sometimes, the wax builds up and causes symptoms, including mild deafness and a sensation of fullness inside the ear.

This condition is harmless and easily treated, so it is somewhat surprising that the clinic sees people who have had blocked ears for long periods of time.

That long-term hearing loss may have a quick solution.

Our clinic uses a couple of methods to remove wax blockages. Micro curettage is when a small tool is used in conjunction with a head-worn microscope to manually scrape the material out. The other method is micro suction which is a very gentle process that uses a medical vacuum system

to extract the material. Before using either, the ear canal is examined and the use of wax-softening drops is usually suggested.

It is also advised to have a hearing assessment after the procedure.

Ear syringing has fallen out of favour lately due to potential risks, cotton buds cause more blockages than they remove, and ear candling is a complete waste of time and possibly dangerous. Candles belong in birthday cakes, not ears. Ear wax removal is a task that should be undertaken by a professional in a clinic, not in a shop.

Lisa Burley is a senior clinician at Hear4Good: a hearing clinic in Golden Beach and Caloundra that offers wax removal as part of the services. Phone 5477 0144. hear4good.com.au

‘NEW AND IMPROVED’ OR ‘TRIED AND TESTED’?

Medicine and surgery have advanced over the past two centuries. But the advances have not been by accident.

Nor has there been a continuous process of improvement. Some of the treatments and interventions that have been touted as the latest and greatest have proved to be anything but.

So how do we know if the ‘new’ is an improvement? And has the ‘tried’ been tested? The answer is to continually observe, record and analyse the results of treatments, during their development and after their adoption.

In Australia, every time a joint replacement operation or re-operation is performed, data on the joint replacement type, the surgery technique and key details about the patient are confidentially recorded. This data is gathered as the Australian Orthopaedic Association National Joint Replacement Registry –one of the world’s leading sources of such data.

This Australian registry was the first to identify that metal-on-metal hip resurfacing implants led to greater problems in certain patients, and that a particular company’s implant had terrible results – an implant that had been

marketed as ‘new and improved’. The information in the registry led to the recall of that implant, preventing further harm to patients. For most other implants, ongoing registry data collection confirms their safety and effectiveness.

Patients are entitled to inquire about the evidence for the proposed use of an implant and technique for their operation. All of us have an individual preference for ‘new and improved’, ‘tried and tested’ or somewhere in between.

Dr Hamish Gray is a Queensland and internationally trained orthopaedic surgeon. He specialises in lower limb surgery, particularly reconstruction and replacement of the hip and knee. Sunshinecoastjointsurgery.com.au.

Suncare customer contact consultant Jane looks after transport services on the Sunshine Coast.

That means coordinating staff and volunteers to ensure customers get to their doctors’ appointments, are able to go shopping and manage their everyday tasks.

Having been with Suncare for more than five years, Jane enjoys chatting to customers and liaising with the volunteers in the transport and Meals on Wheels services.

“Every day feels like a workday with my family,” she says.

Since 1970, Suncare has specialised in the delivery of in-home services for older Australians throughout central and Southeast Queensland.

The dedication of ‘Suncarers’ ensures that getting older doesn’t have to mean moving into residential aged care.

Norm is the activities team leader and nothing makes him happier than to see his customers enjoying the outings and events on offer.

“Social interaction and a good laugh or chat can make someone’s day,” he says. “This opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life is what makes working at Suncare so enjoyable.”

If you are looking for work that offers

flexibility, can make the most of your take-home pay through salary packaging and, above all, is rewarding, a career in community services could be for you.

Suncare is always looking for caring, motivated and genuine people to join its team of staff and volunteers.

For more information on Suncare careers and vacancies, contact 1800 786 227 or visit the website:suncare.org.au/ careers/positions/.

Youthful-looking skin results receive stamp of approval

Signature Brows & Beauty provides a non-invasive approach to anti-ageing treatments.

The clinic is well known on the Sunshine Coast for its popular rejuvenation procedure, Pro-stamp, that will have you saying goodbye to injections, expensive facials and going under the knife.

This modern needling treatment is one of the most advanced in Australia.

It treats and restructures the skin from the inside out, leaving you with a smoother, firmer and more youthful look and a noticeable reduction in fine lines and wrinkles.

This treatment prompts your body’s own natural collagen and elastin production to plump up wrinkles and scars and resurface the skin.

That results in a more youthful appearance without causing unnecessary damage to the skin.

The treatment allows you to achieve a youthful complexion with long-lasting results.

Pro-Stamp treatments are great for various areas on the body, including the face, neck, décolletage, arms, legs and stomach.

A little respect … for my wishes!

I often write about the importance of having a valid Will.

You might have been as surprised as I was to learn that Aretha Franklin, “the Queen of Soul”, died without a formal Will.

By not making a formal Will, the famous singer sparked more than four years of bitter family conflict – with her sons turning against each other – over how her estate should be divided.

It all ended recently after a Court in Michigan made a decision about which of two handwritten documents represented Aretha’s true wishes.

The documents were found in the singer’s home – one in a locked cabinet and the other in a notebook stuffed in her couch!

Apart from how her personal items should be divided, what was at stake was how her music royalties and other income would be split.

Ultimately, the Court held that the handwritten notes found in the notebook in the couch prevailed.

All of the heartache, costs and the family dispute could have easily been avoided had Aretha taken the time to have her Will properly prepared.

That would have ensured her wishes were R-E-S-P-E-C-Ted.

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Pain relief without the need for surgery

Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a procedure used to alleviate pain in the lumbar, thoracic and cervical spine regions. It involves using targeted radiofrequency waves to disrupt nerve signals responsible for transmitting pain.

In the lumbar spine, RFA can effectively treat conditions such as facet joint arthritis, lumbar discogenic pain, and sacroiliac joint dysfunction. By targeting the affected nerves, RFA can improve patients’ quality of life. In the thoracic spine, RFA is beneficial for managing conditions such as thoracic facet joint pain. The procedure aims to relieve pain and improves the ability to perform daily activities. RFA has applications in the cervical spine, where it can effectively treat chronic neck pain caused by cervical facet joint arthritis.

By selectively targeting the sensory nerves responsible for transmitting pain, RFA can reduce pain significantly and increase mobility. It offers an alternative to surgery, allowing patients to experience pain relief and regain functionality.

Individual cases may vary, and it’s important to consult with a healthcare professional to determine the most appropriate treatment plan. This treatment will be made available on the Sunshine Coast soon. A referral from your GP can be obtained to discuss your treatment options.

Reducing risk of diabetic vision loss

Last week was National Diabetes Week. Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects 1.9 million people in Australia alone, causing diabetic eye disease and irreversible vision loss in some instances. Over time, prolonged elevated and fluctuating blood sugar levels damage cell integrity, resulting in:

• cranial nerve palsies (mini strokes affecting the eye muscles)

• fluctuating eye focus

• cataracts

• diabetic retinopathy (DR)

• neovascular glaucoma

• ischaemic optic neuropathy.

DR is most common, characterised by hemorrhages, fluid leakage and potential growth of abnormal blood vessels.

Some symptoms of DR include:

• blurred, distorted or patchy vision that is not corrected with prescription glasses

• sensitivity to glare

• difficulty seeing in dim light or at night.

Effective management requires a comprehensive approach that includes controlling blood sugar levels, regular eye examinations and, if required, appropriate treatment such as laser therapy/anti VEGF injections. Early detection with regular eye checks and early intervention can greatly reduce the risk of vision loss from diabetes.

Why your changing moles can matter

Whenever you see a doctor about skin cancer, they normally finish by saying to come back if you see anything new or changing.

Why is that, and why does it matter?

The obvious answer is that they want you to report a new skin cancer.

But the detail is perhaps less obvious.

Many cancers are only identified because they are new or changing, not necessarily because they look like cancer.

People are often surprised to hear that up to 30 per cent of melanomas are only diagnosed because change is spotted, not because they have clear features of melanoma.

Thankfully, we have methods to help you keep safe.

Know your skin: do a self skin check every three months. Look everywhere for sore, changing, abnormal or new lesions and report them to your skin cancer doctor.

Get a thorough skin check: see an accredited skin cancer doctor and have a plan for how often you should have a check.

If you are at high risk, or have many moles, consider total body photography, which will monitor your skin for what’s new or changing.

Bursitis help doesn’t have to be surgery

Hip bursitis is the popular term for the common condition trochanteric pain syndrome (TPS).

This condition causes pain in the lateral (outside) part of the upper thigh, just over the bony prominence called the trochanter, which is part of the femur (thigh bone).

TPS typically affects females over the age of 40 and can be quite debilitating. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac which allows soft tissues to glide over bony prominences. You have them all over your body around your joints.

Although the trochanteric bursa can become inflamed in TPS, the primary problem is degeneration of some of the powerful tendons around the hip joint, particularly gluteus medius and gluteus minimus.

Management of TPS is almost always non-surgical, although it can be quite a frustrating condition for patients who suffer with it and for clinicians treating it.

Often patients will be referred for a steroid injection into the bursa, which may provide some temporary relief, but typically doesn’t address the underlying problem.

Management for this problem includes physiotherapy and platelet-rich plasma injections into the degenerative gluteal tendons.

DR SONIA MOORTHY ADULT & PAEDIATRIC OPHTHALMIC SURGEON UNIT

1 Capricious (6)

4 Talk unintelligibly (6)

9 Droll (7)

10 Assign (5)

11 Exhaust physically (5)

12 Payment in retirement (7)

13 Freedom from anxiety (5,2,4)

18 Hamlet’s sweetheart (7)

20 Lofty (5)

22 Classify in a word (5)

23 A great fire (7)

24 To notice (6)

25 Even though (6)

HOROSCOPES

ARIES (MAR 21-APR 20)

Prepare for a topsy-turvy week. The sun, Mercury and Venus are in fellow fire sign Leo, so you’ll feel like powering ahead with creative projects. But Venus is in retrograde mode, so rushing ahead with impulsive impetuosity could backfire badly.

LEO (JUL 24-AUG 23)

Venus (planet of love and money) is reversing through your sign for the next six weeks. So, expect a tricky time when you may feel as if an area of your life is stalling or even going backwards. Weigh up the pros and cons of any big choices you make.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV 23-DEC 21)

TAURUS (APR 21-MAY 21)

With Venus (your patron planet) in retrograde mode until September 4, it will be difficult to balance head and heart, especially when it comes to family. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try. Talking things through with a friend is the balm you need.

VIRGO (AUG 24-SEP 23)

This week Mercury (your patron planet) links up with retrograde Venus, so you’ll feel argumentative, restless and/or stressed. The sun, Mercury and retro Venus are visiting your solitude zone, so you’ll also feel like being on your own.

CAPRICORN (DEC 22-JAN 20)

GEMINI (MAY 22-JUN 21)

Family relationships and close friendships look complicated, as loved ones debate a wide range of controversial topics. If you have a problem that’s bothering you, avoid making a rash decision. Slow down and let your intuition be your guide.

LIBRA (SEP 24-OCT 23)

With vivacious Venus (planet of love) in retrograde mode, the next six weeks is not the ideal time to join a dating site, start a romance, propose, move in together, get married or renew your wedding vows. If you can, be patient and wait until after September 4.

AQUARIUS (JAN 21-FEB 19)

CANCER (JUN 22-JUL 23)

You’ve been talking about saving for something big (like a car, holiday, house deposit or home renovations) for a while. With Venus reversing through your finance zone (until September 4), resist the urge to be extravagant with cash and careless with credit.

SCORPIO (OCT 24-NOV 22)

Venus is retrograde for the next six weeks, which will boost your temperamental tendencies, and you could end up alienating an authority figure (like your boss) or a loved one (like your partner). The weekend is a good time to socialise with friends.

PISCES (FEB 20-MAR 20)

1 False appearance (6)

2 Punctuation mark (5)

3 Using

Are you feeling restless, Sagittarius? The planets find you dreaming of greener pastures and foreign adventures. You’re also longing for closer connections with your international friends. But retrograde Venus stymies progress over the next six weeks.

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.

The planets are stimulating your intrigue zone, so no secret is safe as you uncover clues and pick up on cues that other people miss. Be careful what you unearth because you could stir up current issues or problems from the past.

1. What is a cowslip?

2. Is Quito, the capital of Ecuador, in the Northern or Southern Hemisphere?

3. Actor Kristen Stewart (pictured) stars in a 2016 music video for which rock band?

4. What unit of measurement is used to measure the height of a horse?

5. A Robin Hood statue is located in which city in England?

For the next six weeks Venus is reversing through your relationship zone. So, expect other people to annoy, puzzle or frustrate you, as they make odd decisions, stir your emotions, and confuse your mind. Aim to be understanding and open-minded.

6. Tennis star John McEnroe married which actor in 1986?

7. What is the only type of penguin found above the equator?

8. What pen-name did writer Eric Blair go by?

9. A hard-boiled egg wrapped in sausage meat and coated in breadcrumbs is known as a what?

10. The first episode of Doctor Who aired in which decade?

This week looks rather shambolic. Retrograde Venus disrupts your daily routine, and your patience could wear thin with a stressed work colleague, a frustrating family member, an unpredictable friend or an annoying acquaintance.

DEMAND HIGH FOR PREMIUMPROPERTIES

collection of 15 elegant terrace homes in a new luxury residential precinct has sold out, amid continued interest in premium Sunshine Coast properties.

The Evans Built-constructed Terraces at The Cove have settled for a combined $13.5 million, to predominantly local buyers, highlighting the strong appetite for prestige coastal properties.

Henzell Property Group’s managing director Mclean Henzell says the Terraces have been tailored to down-sizers and owner occupiers, many of who already reside within Pelican Waters.

Part of the The Cove’s Stage 1 Corsica precinct, which also features 36 luxury residences, the three-bedroom Terraces offer north-facing views to the new marina and views over the Pumicestone Passage to Caloundra.

FEATHERS FLY OVER LEADER’S TWEET ON PETS IN RENTALS

Despite most agreeing pets are an essential household companion and should be allowed in all rentals, plans to secure that right have faced pushback online.

A message on Twitter by Premier Chris Minns last week expressing plans to allow pets in rentals was set upon by detractor landlords who say they should have the right to decide.

“Shouldn’t be a government issue should be up to the property owner,” one user said.

“What happens to the pets when they cause damage the renter cannot afford to pay for,” another user asked.

“The success of the Terraces product is testimony to the desirability of Pelican Waters as a lifestyle destination, the quality of product and the faith in Evans Built as a trusted local builder who are successfully delivering stages 1 and 2 of The Cove,’’ Mr Henzell says.

“Unprecedented infrastructure

“Plus, the first new marina for the Sunshine Coast in decades right on the doorstep gives this project incredible appeal.”

Construction is now well underway on Stages 1 and 2 of The Cove, namely Corsica and Comino, to meet the growing demand for new residences, while maintaining green space, wildlife

corridors and connection to the water.

ALuxurious terrace homes at Pelican Waters have been snapped up, highlighting a strong appetite for prestige homes. spending on the southern Sunshine Coast, strong population growth and an undersupply of housing continues to drive demand.

The $400 million Cove development is set to become the largest private development on the Sunshine Coast and will deliver a total of 221 residences once completed in 2027.

The luxury residential enclave will comprise four stages with private swimming pools, recreation spaces, waterfront restaurants and cafes on the doorstep of the first dedicated marina precinct delivered in South-East Queensland in decades.

In an online poll held by the government last year which received 18,018 responses, 87 per cent of people said it should it be easier for renters to keep pets in their home.

Last week, newly appointed Rental Commissioner Trina Jones named allowing pets among top priority reforms pursued by the government to give renters a greater voice.

Other reforms include ending ‘nogrounds’ evictions, implementing a portable bonds scheme and improving the protection of renters’ information and privacy.

‘Salis – Golden Beach’ is now complete. This boutique collection of only 10 luxury 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom residences are positioned only one block back from the stunning blue waters of the Pumicestone Passage.

Elevated across 2 levels, ‘Salis’ delivers supremely elegant luxury apartment living in the heart of laid-back Golden Beach – just minutes from the Caloundra town centre and within walking distance to Pelican Waters and the new emerging dining and medical precinct - Marina Village.

Mooloolaba, 1/4 Corowa Court

Perfect First Home or Investment Opportunity

If you are in the market for your first home, investment or an addition to your portfolio, you can’t go past this unique opportunity to purchase an entry-level unit in a highly desirable position. The thoughtful floorplan has been updated with quality finishes and is ready for an owner-occupier, permanent tenant, or a low-maintenance lock-up-and-go holiday home. Ideal if you are looking for easy and convenient living.

Maroochydore, 126 Millwell Road

The Ultimate Family Home

Caloundra West, 11/27 Rawson Street

Single Level Low Maintenance Living

This compact home is an absolute surprise package and will not disappoint, offering loads of warmth as soon as you walk through the front door. Whether you are a first home buyer, investor or looking to downsize this one won’t disappoint. The thoughtful floor plan centres around the open-plan living and dining area that offers plenty of room to make this home feel spacious and welcoming.

Nestled within a highly sought after neighbourhood, this delightful residence with room for all the toys boasts 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and off-street garaging for 4 vehicles. The perfect place to call home for any family seeking tranquility and easy access to everything Sunshine Coast.

4 bedrooms with built-in robes

Set on a generous 682sqm block

Garage, double shed and ample street parking

Sippy

Spacious Single Level Family Home

This

Mooloolaba,

Waterfront

This impressive and sizeable canal-front unit has been recently refreshed and features a spacious and inviting living area, adorned with natural light and overlooking views of the canal. The open-plan design seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas.

LUXURY LIVING – NORTH FACING DEEPWATER MINYAMA

15 Cypress Court, Minyama

Embrace the essence of refined waterfront living. 15 Cypress Court is a beautiful north facing architectural home based on a classic Florida beach house, exuding sophistication and class. Designed with timber slated vaulted ceilings and exposed beams, this home instantly gives you a feeling of tranquility with the light-filled open spaces. The 15m private pontoon has three phase power and is the perfect place to house your boat.

• Private cul-de-sac location

• 18.3 kW solar power

• 839m2 block (approx)

• Stunning harbour views

• 15m pontoon

• Separate dual living

532

Price: For Sale

Inspect: Saturday 22nd July 10-10.30am

Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188

1300 400 777

nextpropertygroup.com.au

STUNNING

114 Sunbird Chase, Parrearra

Waterfront properties on the Sunshine Coast are the perfect way to enjoy the family lifestyle. The sub-tropical climate is comfortable all year round providing an outdoor playground. Basking under waterfalls in the hinterland, swimming and surfing at the beach or even reeling in some of the best fish in the world, this stunning north facing home is perfectly positioned to enjoy it all.

• Huge 484sqm (approx.) family home

• Land size 834sqm (approx.)

• 12m pontoon

• Sparkling in-ground pool

• Close to beaches & shops

• Secure yard for pets

532

Auction: Forthcoming Auction

Inspect: Saturday 22nd July 10-10.30am

Peter Salisbury 0457 777 517

Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

1300 400 777

nextpropertygroup.com.au

‘NORTH-FACING’ WATERFRONT FAMILY HOME

Danelle Wiseman

WATER ACCESS AT YOUR CONVENIENCE

From page 37

With its spacious layout, this home offers ample living space, creating an ideal setting for entertaining friends and family. The kids will delight in their dedicated break-out area that connects the bedrooms, while the adults can unwind together, relishing the scenic water views. The 12m pontoon provides convenient access to water sports, allowing for leisurely boat cruises or embarking on fishing adventures. If you desire a waterfront lifestyle combined with a spacious residence, a viewing of this remarkable home is highly recommended.

Thurs, 20 July from 5:30pm

1206/7 Venning Street, Mooloolaba

Peter King 0408 798 346

1/35 Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba

Peter King 0408 798 346

27/51 Grand Parade, Kawana Island

Will Van den Dungen 0438 130 188

1 Pakenham Street, Aroona

Dan McNamara 0458 010 889

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

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Open from 9:30am

24 Hun ngdale Drive, Nambour

Sarah-Louise Anderson 0418 200 471

Open from 9:30am

32 Stoney Wharf Road, Bli Bli

Fiona Rawson 0401 186 261

Sat, 22 July, 11am

Open from 10:30am

2/73 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba Reuben Park 0413 371 696

Lachie Woods 0477 552 268

Tues, 25 July, 5:30pm

Open from 5pm

25 Vauxhall Street, Minyama

Will Van den Dungen 0438 130 188

OPEN HOMES & PRIVATE

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

BLI

BOKARINA

SALE 3 2 2 800

2 Kalanda Court, Dicky Beach

• Family home on 800sqm backing onto Tooway Creek

• Separate living and dining rooms extending to two balconies

• Central kitchen with island bench and sleek cabinetry

• Huge backyard backing onto greenery, perfect for kids and pets

• Three bedrooms with built-in robes and two bathrooms

• The upstairs master includes a two-way ensuite

• Double carport, side access and rear garden shed

• Ceiling fans and security screens throughout

• Live in, rent out, subdivide or redevelop (STCA)

WHY WAIT?

Sale

Expression of Interest

Closing Wed, 9 Aug, 4pm

View Sat & Tues 11-11:30am

Dwight Ferguson 0412 385 720

Grant Barne 0410 573 114

raywhitepelicanwaters.com.au

AUCTION 4 3 2 546

179 Esplanade, Golden Beach

• Beautiful beach home offering excellent dual living and entertaining

• Upstairs family room, dining space and well-appointed kitchen

• Rear deck and entertainer’s balcony capturing the stunning views

• Master retreat with a balcony, walk-in robe and dual vanity ensuite

• Spacious living, dining and kitchen downstairs for dual living

• Ground floor courtyard, patio and backyard for kids and pets

• Office, bedroom and luxurious two-way ensuite downstairs

• Double-car garage, ducted air-conditioning and ceiling fans

WHY WAIT?

Auc on On site, if not sold prior Sun, 6 Aug, 11:30am

View Sat & Tues 12-12:30pm

Dwight Ferguson 0412 385 720

Grant Barne 0410 573 114

raywhitepelicanwaters.com.au

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AUCTION 4 2 5 1 20

84 Lakeview Lane, Mooloolah Valley

Hilltop Coastal Acreage Retreat with spectacular water and mountain views from a secluded hilltop hideaway discreetly located in the Sunshine Coast hinterland. From the wide verandahs of an iconic Queenslander worker’s cottage you overlook the Ewen Maddock Dam all the way to the sandhills on Moreton Island and beyond. The home commands the highest point of 20 hectares with frontage to Ewen Maddock Dam. There is a cleared area for further expansion or the ultimate home site for a more ambitious residence.

WHY WAIT?

Auc on On site Sat, 29 July, 2pm

View Sat 1-2pm

Judy Wild 0419 798 905

Lew Po nger 0419 788 547

raywhitebuderim.com.au

235/21 Innovation Parkway, Birtinya

Welcome to this exceptional waterfront penthouse with stunning North East views located in the highly sought-after suburb of Birtinya.

• Bright sunny kitchen boasting granite benchtops and quality appliances

• Quality fixtures and fittings, ducted air-conditioning and ceiling fans

• Spacious open plan living & dining areas, outdoor entertaining on wraparound balcony with spa

• Secure side-by-side basement parking with electricity point, storage and lift access

• Quality resort-style amenities including pools, spa and entertaining BBQ areas

WHY WAIT?

The Next Step

Hosted by Ray White Pelican Waters

GUEST SPEAKERS

Living in Body Corporate

Matthew Savage - BC Systems

Understanding Re rement Living Op ons

Tayla Rawlings - Kruger Law

General Advice Retirement Living Sector

The State of the Economy

Nerida Conisbee - Ray White Chief Economist

What is the Market Doing?

YOU’RE WARMLY INVITED TO JOIN A FREE 2-HOUR DOWNSIZING INFORMATION EVENT

Thursday, 3 August, 10am to 12pm Pelican Waters Resort Complimentary Light Refreshments

You Deserve the Right Advice

Does the thought of downsizing your lifestyle excite you but also leave you feeling a little apprehensive at the same time?

Our team will host a FREE 2-hour event on Thursday, August 3, bringing together key note speakers who aim to have you leaving this event better informed and more confident for when that next chapter arrives.

We will discuss all the options, the pros and cons, potential costs, time frames and more importantly offer you an opportunity to get your questions answered.

This FREE 2-hour event is open to anyone to attend – however we do have limited seats.

Jason Andrew - Ray White Queensland CEO raywhitepelicanwaters.com.au

AUCTION

3 Comet Street, Pelican Waters

This low-set home presents a family oasis with endless living space, an entertaining retreat, and a spectacular swimming pool. Designed with a linear layout, flowing interiors, beautiful floorboards, a neutral palette and air-conditioning, the house is destined for buyers seeking comfort, style and easy living near the golf course, parks and boat ramp.

• Multiple living areas, media room, family room + living/dining area

• Open-plan modern kitchen with gas cooktop + Miele dishwasher

• Covered alfresco entertaining area

• In-ground magnesium mineral heated pool + 10.5kw solar panels

WHY WAIT?

4 2 2 576

Auc on On site, if not sold prior Sat, 6 Aug, 10am

View Sat & Tues 1-1:30pm

Dwight Ferguson 0412 385 720

Tonja Ferguson 0412 767 423

raywhitepelicanwaters.com.au

AUCTION THIS WEEKEND

32 Stoney Wharf Road, Bli Bli

• Over 4 acres of manicured tropical gardens

• Balinese-inspired water features, statues and pavilions

• Walking trails through purpose-built bamboo forests and tropical gardens

• Incredible views over the gardens and river towards the coastline

• Tranquil and overwhelmingly serene landscape

• Fire place to main living area for those chilly but cosy winter nights

WHY WAIT?

4 3 4 1 1.73

Auc on On site Sat, 22 July, 10am

View Sat, 22 July, 9:30-10am

Fiona Rawson 0401 186 261

raywhitemooloolaba.com.au

AUCTION 4 2 2 1

3 Como Court, Buderim

Welcome to this beautiful family home in a private, leafy Buderim cul-de-sac

• Manicured 645m2 block with covered alfresco, overlooking a sparkling inground pool

• 2 separate living areas, 2 luxurious bathrooms & renovated kitchen

• Generous parent retreat with outlook onto mature gardens

• Marble floors, raked Tasmanian Oak timber ceilings, new carpets & freshly painted

• Conveniently located for schools, private hospital, beaches, parks & sports grounds

WHY WAIT?

Auc on On site

Sat, 29 July, 10am

View Sat, 22 July, 10-10:30am & 1-1:30pm

Kathryn Willshire 0437 434 648

raywhitebuderim.com.au

AUCTION 3 1 2 2200

5 Vista Park Drive, Buderim

Welcome to 5 Vista Park Drive, a unique property nestled in a serene and picturesque setting. This home offers a great opportunity boasting panoramic views of the magnificent rainforest. Situated in a tranquil and peaceful location, it provides the perfect sanctuary for those seeking solace and tranquility. For those with a keen eye for potential, this property presents an incredible knockdown or renovation opportunity on a huge 2200 sqm block.

WHY WAIT?

Auc on Wed, 2 Aug, 6pm

View Sat, 22 July, 10-10:30am

Gregory Ward 0497 659 029

Zoe Byrne 0409 333 881

raywhitebuderim.com.au

AUCTION 3 2 2 1 555

11 Coongarra Esplanade, Wurtulla

• Perfect blend of location, character and sought after riverside location

• Prime & peaceful riverside location across from the Currimundi Lake

• Maintaining the original charm with original features including raked ceilings

• Relaxed indoor/outdoor living with sparkling pool

• Immediate access to bikepaths, playground, parks,walking trails, shops and restaurants

• 5 minutes to Bokarina Beach project with emerging cafe and entertainment precinct

• 8 minutes to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital

WHY WAIT?

Auc on On site Sat, 5 Aug, 10am

View Sat, 22 July, 10-10:30am

Brent Higgins 0414 775 133

raywhitemooloolaba.com.au

DRINK IN CANALFRONT VIEWS

This impressive and sizeable canalfront unit has been recently refreshed and features a spacious and inviting living area. The open-plan design seamlessly connects the living, dining and kitchen areas, creating an ideal space for relaxation and entertainment. The new modern-design kitchen boasts sleek cabinetry, high-end appliances and ample counter space – a chef’s dream. The three good-sized bedrooms provide comfort and privacy. The master bedroom features an ensuite bathroom, while the remaining two bedrooms share the main bathroom. One of the standout features of this apartment is the private balcony overlooking the canal, taking in serene water views and gentle breezes.

THE GOOD LIFE, RIVERSIDE

4/5 QUONDONG STREET, MOOLOOLABA

3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car

Auction on site Saturday, July 29, at 11am

Define Property Agents 5478 2477

Ross Cattle 0410 625 758

This magnificent 1.7-hectare (4.2-acre) estate offers an unparalleled luxury living experience. The centrepiece of the property is a stunning main house boasting four spacious bedrooms and three elegant bathrooms. Indulge in resortstyle living with a large pool that overlooks the meticulously manicured tropical estate, complete with Balinese-inspired gardens, charming pavilions, enchanting water features and exquisite statues. An additional self-contained residence with its own separate driveway offers added convenience and potential income – a versatile space and excellent opportunity for rental or guest accommodation. The location of this estate offers breathtaking views of the Maroochy River.

32 STONEY WHARF ROAD, BLI BLI 4 bed, 3 bath, 4 car

Auction on site Saturday, July 22, at 10am

Ray White Mooloolaba 5444 3455

Fiona Rawson 0401 186 261

HEAVEN ON EARTH

Imagine waking up, pouring a coffee and walking outside to magnificent country views from your beautifully renovated home which adorns a small hilltop. Well this could be yours and it’s only 10 minutes from Nambour CBD and only 20 minutes to the beautiful beaches of the Sunshine Coast. This property sits on 3.01 acres but it feels like 100 acres with 360 degrees views of the surrounding valley. Renovated to the highest standard, this house is double brick in construction with full insulation, ducted air-conditioning throughout with quality fittings. Don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity.

facing home situated on 3.01 acres

worker’s

17 DURHAM PLACE, GLENVIEW

SINGLE LEVEL, EXECUTIVE ACREAGE LIVING WITH IMPRESSIVE SHED!

is custom-designed, executive style home, less than three years old, offers expansive family-friendly living on a pristine, easy care 2.7-acre parcel of fl at land at the end of a quiet, dress-circle cul-de-sac, backing onto turf farm.

Across approximately 418 square metres, the home comprises elegant formal entry with striking rock feature wall, four bedrooms, two fully tiled bathrooms, premium galley kitchen with butler’s pantry, study, media room, open plan living/family, children’s retreat, gym/rumpus, covered alfresco terrace with built-in outdoor kitchen, private deck off master bedroom.

www.towngroup.com.au

FOR SALE

OPEN HOME: SATURDAY 22ND JULY 12-1PM

• High-end designer home on flat, park-like 1.123H

• End of dress circle cul-de-sac, backs onto farm

• Elegant kitchen, quality appliances

• Multiple living areas

• Expansive covered terrace with outdoor kitchen

• Private inground pool with sunbathing terrace

• Huge 14x12 powered shed with drive-thru access

AUCTION RESULTS

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

4 WENTWORTH COURT, NAMBOUR

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $660,000

3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car

Ray White, Kathryn Willshire, 0437 434 048

7 KOOKABURRA CRESCENT, BOKARINA

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $1,100,000

3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White, Adam Budd & Alex Dennien, 0411 808 595 / 0402 362 336

26 CORINDA CRESCENT, MAROOCHYDORE

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $885,000

4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White, Rowan Woodbine, 0497 076 418

502/71 First Avenue, Mooloolaba

9 TANTULA ROAD EAST, ALEXANDRA HEADLAND

Passed in at $2,000,000

4 bed, 3 bath, 3 car

The Agency, Dan Smith, 0438 120 776

502/71 FIRST AVENUE, MOOLOOLABA

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $1,360,000

3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Define Property, Greg Turnbull, 0499 455 571

206 RATCLIFFE ROAD, DIAMOND VALLEY

Passed in at $1,300,000

Land

Ray White, Matt O’Grady & Alisha Galea, 0414 317 375 / 0400 298 611

1/33 YAKOLA PARADE, ALEXANDRA HEADLAND

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $950,000

3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White, Pam Thomas and Megan Murray, 0438 272 096 / 0414 734 929

13 COOLAHRA STREET, WARANA

Passed in at $1,400,000

4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White, Adam Budd, 0411 808 595

2/06 BUTCHERBIRD CRESCENT, BLI BLI

Sold prior to auction for $665,000

3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White, Adam Budd, 0411 808 595

313/5 BERMAGUI CRESCENT, BUDDINA

Passed in at $830,000

3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car

Ray White, Ryan Bradeley, 0418 793 670

*As supplied by contributing real estate agencies

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

PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION LOCATED AT BUDERIM

Telstra plans to upgrade an existing telecommunications facility located at 153 Burnett St Buderim Qld 4556, Lot 1 on RP97107 www.rfnsa.com.au/4556010

1.Telstra Limited (A.C.N 051 775 556) are currently upgrading existing mobile network facilities to allow for the introduction of 5G to Telstra’s network. As part of this network upgrade, Telstra proposes the installation of NR/LTE2600 (4G/5G) technologies at BUDERIM locality and surrounds.

2.

of six (6) RRUs and the installation of associated ancillary equipment. All internal equipment will be housed within the existing equipment shelter located at the base of the facility.

3.Telstra regards the proposed installation as a Low-Impact Facility under the Telecommunications (Low-impact Facilities) Determination 2018 based on the above description.

4.In accordance with Section 7 of C564:2020 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code, we invite you to provide feedback about the proposal. Further information and/ or written submissions should be directed to Georgia Bergin, Aurecon Australasia Pty Ltd (A.B.N 54 005 139 873) via email to: Georgia.Bergin@aurecongroup.com or via post to: Georgia Bergin, Aurecon Australasia Locked Bag 331 Brisbane QLD 4001 by 5pm on 3/08/2023.

COASTAL HILLTOP RETREAT

From the wide verandas of a Queenslander-style worker’s cottage, look out over Ewen Maddock Dam, all the way to the sandhills on Moreton Island. The home sits on the highest point of the 20 hectares. There is a cleared area of land with the opportunity for further expansion or the ultimate home site for a more ambitious residence. The property consists of open eucalypt forest and native rainforest patches with frontage to Ewen Maddock Dam Reserve and access to more than 11km of bushwalking, mountain biking and horse riding trails – all enhanced by a variety of birdlife.

84 LAKEVIEW LANE, MOOLOOLAH VALLEY

4 bed, 2 bath, 5 car

Auction on site Saturday, July 29, at 2pm

Ray White Buderim 5445 6088

Judy Wild 0419 798 905

Lew Pottinger 0419 788 547

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6.30pm SBS World News.

7.30 When Champollion Meets Ramses II. Takes a look at French philologist Jean-Francois Champollion’s journey to Egypt.

8.30 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. Stage 1. Clermont-Ferrand stage. From France.

6pm Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Travel Guides. (PG) Australians go on holiday to the Red Centre.

8.30 To Be Advised.

9.00 World Aquatics Championships. Fukuoka 2023. Day4. Finals. From Fukuoka, Japan.

11.15 The Equalizer. (M)

6pm Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 22. Brisbane Broncos v Sydney Roosters. From the Gabba, Brisbane.

9.45 Thursday Night Knock Off.

10.40 Cricket. The Ashes. Fifth Test. England v Australia. Day1. Afternoon session.

6.30pm The Project.

7.30 Hunted.

8.40 The Cheap Seats. (M) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald.

9.40 NCIS. (M) The team probes an apparent suicide.

10.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M)

11.30 Miniseries: Riptide. (M)

6.30pm The Project.

7.30 MOVIE The Appleton Ladies’ Potato Race. (2022) (M) Claire Van Der Boom.

9.30 So Help Me Todd. (PG)

Lyle’s niece is accused of committing a crime.

10.30 FBI. (M)

11.30 The Project.

6.30pm The Project.

7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (PG)

8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M) Carisi questions his role as a prosecutor.

9.30 The Cheap Seats. (M)

10.30 Law & Order: S.V.U. (M)

11.30 The Project.

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6pm Mastermind Aust.

6.30 News.

7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PG)

8.30 Insight. Presented by Kumi Taguchi.

9.30 Dateline.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 Living Black.

6pm Mastermind Australia. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Who The Bloody Hell Are We? (PG)

8.30 Titanic: Genesis Of A Giant. Takes a look at the Titanic

9.30 Miniseries: Anne Boleyn. (M) Part 1 of 3.

10.30 SBS World News Late.

6pm Mastermind Aust.

6.30 News.

7.35 Inside Sydney Airport. (PG)

8.35 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy: Bologna. (M) Stanley Tucci heads to Bologna.

9.25 Kin.

10.25 SBS News.

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7.30pm Spicks And Specks. (PG) 8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Center Stage. (2000) (M) Amanda Schull, Zoe Saldana. 10.25 Doctor Who. (PG) 11.15 We Hunt Together.

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Border Security: International. (PG) 8.30

Escape To The Country. 10.30 The Aussie Property Flippers. (PG) 11.30

Border Security: International. (PG)

6.30pm Pawn Stars.

7.00 AFL: Friday Night Countdown. 7.30 Football. AFL. Round19. Essendon v Western Bulldogs.

10.30 AFL Post-Game.

12am MOVIE The Recruit. (2003) (M)

7.20pm Football. AFL. Round19. Port Adelaide v Collingwood. From Adelaide Oval. 10.30 AFL Post-Game. 11.00 MOVIE Underworld: Evolution. (2006) (MA15+)

7.30pm MOVIE Godzilla. (2014) (M) Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Bryan Cranston, Elizabeth Olsen. 9.55 MOVIE Batman

Forever. (1995) (PG) Val Kilmer, Tommy Lee Jones, Jim Carrey.

7.30pm MOVIE The Divergent Series: Insurgent. (2015) (M) Shailene Woodley, Ansel Elgort, Theo James. 9.40 MOVIE Elektra. (2005) (M) Jennifer Garner. 11.40 Made In Chelsea. (M)

7.30pm Cricket. The Ashes. Fourth Test. England v Australia. Day3. Morning session. 10.40 Cricket. The Ashes. Fourth Test. England v Australia. Day3. Afternoon session.

5pm MOVIE Comes A Horseman. (1978)

6pm Friends. (PG)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 9.30 Two And A Half Men. (M)

10.00 Two And A Half

A few opportunities for small waves this weekend.

I am still on a massive high from surfing perfect waves in North Sumatra.

I was surfing a world class right hander called Treasure Island and it was getting late so my last wave was a 6 ft bomb. I got to the end of the wave where it sucks over a very shallow sharp reef and I managed to put myself in the lip.

Theroux’s LA Stories. (M) 10.30 Vera. (M)

7.30pm Spicks And Specks. 8.00 David Attenborough’s Global Adventure. 8.50 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. 9.40 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. 10.10 Escape From The City.

6pm Escape To The Country. 7.00 Kath & Kim. (PG) 8.45 Mrs Brown’s Boys. (M) 10.15 Marine Disasters. (PG) 11.15 Pie In The Sky. (PG)

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. (M) 8.30 Endeavour. (M) 10.30 Air Crash Investigations: Special Report. (PG) 11.30 Doc Martin. (M)

6pm Border Security: Int. (PG) 7.00 Border Security. (PG) 8.30

MOVIE The Day After Tomorrow. (2004) (M) Dennis Quaid, Jake Gyllenhaal. 11.00

MOVIE Vertical Limit. (2000) (M)

6.30pm Pawn Stars. (PG) 7.30 Counting Cars. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE True Lies. (1994) (M) Arnold Schwarzenegger. 11.30 MOVIE Kickboxer: Vengeance. (2016) (MA15+)

7pm MOVIE The Mummy. (1999) (PG) Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz, Arnold Vosloo. 9.30 MOVIE Van Helsing. (2004) (M) Hugh Jackman, Kate Beckinsale, Richard Roxburgh.

6pm Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG) 7.00 Young Sheldon. (PG) 7.30 RBT. (M) 8.30 MOVIE Gemini Man. (2019) (M) Will Smith, Clive Owen. 10.40 MOVIE It Chapter Two. (2019) (MA15+)

7.30pm Cricket. The Ashes. Fourth Test. England v Australia. Day5. Morning session. (Please note: alternative schedule may be shown due to changes to cricket coverage).

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House.

6.30pm JAG. (PG)

7.30 NCIS. (M) 10.20

NCIS: Los Angeles. (M)

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

Expecting the worst, the board did the opposite and slid straight into dredging barrel that went nuclear.

As I got shot out of it like a canon, one of caloundra’s finest baristas was in the channel taking photos. Hilarious.

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6pm Raymond. (PG)

7.00 MOVIE A Cinderella Story. (2004) (PG) Hilary Duff. 9.00 World Aquatics Championships. Fukuoka 2023. Day5. Finals. 11.15 Homeland.

7.30pm Cricket. The Ashes. Fifth Test. England v Australia. Day1. Morning session. 10.40 Law & Order: S.V.U. 11.35 Rosewood.

6.30pm JAG. (PG)

Bull. (M) 8.30 NCIS. (M) 9.30 NCIS: New Orleans. (M) 10.30 SEAL Team. (M) 11.30 Diagnosis Murder. (M)

Gather with friends or family & warm up this July for a very festive carvery feast.

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6pm Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 9.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 2107

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