My Weekly Preview Issue 745. September 21, 2023

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From the editor

In recent years the Sunshine Coast has been experiencing a remarkable resurgence in its arts and culture scene. A vibrant hub for creativity and expression, it is testament to the power of the community’s vision and collaboration.

Local artists, artisans, musicians and performers are part of the fabric of our region, creating a rich tapestry that connects our community and captivates locals and visitors to the Sunshine Coast.

This week, we catch up with some of the Coast’s biggest advocates for the arts and discover how they are helping to put our creative industries at centre stage for the future.

Also in this issue, we have a delicious, easy recipe for you to try over the school holidays, plus we share some inspiration to keep the family entertained during this glorious spring season.

We also bring you all your latest news and entertainment, plus some gorgeous fashion to inspire your spring wardrobe. Enjoy!

Ingrid Nelson inelson@myweeklypreview.com.au

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A family pass to Stark Raven Mad Stark Raven Mad is a fast-paced interactive poetry show where over 30 poems are performed. Prepare to be surprised, amused, and little frightened! Suitable for seven years plus. Showing on October 8, at 1pm at The Old Ambulance Station, 80 Howard Street, Nambour.

Top tips for picking your super fund:

• Keep your fees low. Annual fees will eat into your returns, so try to pick a fund where you’re paying about one per cent of your super balance in fees. And if you have more than one super fund, take the time to consolidate them – you’ll save plenty in fees.

SUPERANNUATION IS STILL A PRECIOUS COMMODITY

A survey has found that most Aussies would welcome early access to retirement funds. But that may not be a good idea in the long run.

More than half of all Aussies in a recent survey said they would access their superannuation early if they had the option.

A Finder survey of 1090 respondents revealed 56 per cent – equivalent to more than 11.3 million people – would take out and use money from their super if they could.

Rising costs was the most common motivation for making a withdrawal, with one in six (17 per cent) – 3.4 million people – saying it would help alleviate cost of living pressures. This was followed by Aussies who said they would use their super to buy a home for themselves (15 per cent), those who would put it towards an investment property (eight per cent) and those who said they would help buy a home for their

kids (four per cent). A further eight per cent of Aussies would use the funds to go on a holiday.

Finder superannuation expert Alison Banney says early access to super isn’t something that should be taken lightly.

“With the rising cost of living and the housing affordability crisis, the prospect of early access to super is a tempting one that is increasingly up for debate,” she says.

“Currently, there are a limited number of circumstances where you can access your super early – such as financial hardship, compassion grounds and the First Home Super Save Scheme – but just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.

“By taking money out of your super now, you could be robbing Peter to pay Paul as you risk wiping tens-of-thousands of

• Think about your investment goals. The type of fund you choose should depend on your age. If you’re young and new to the workforce, a growth fund is probably your best bet as this will maximise your returns over the next few decades. As you get closer to retirement, however, a balanced or conservative fund will make sure you’re not taking on too much risk.

• Focus on performance. Look for funds with high performance levels over the past five years. Even just a one or two per cent difference in annual returns can make an enormous difference to your super balance in the long haul.

dollars off your retirement fund.”

Many Aussies have their heads in the sand, with 59 per cent admitting they don’t know how much money they have in their super account.

Of those who do know, the average amount is $163,064. Men ($205,166) report having almost double the amount of super than women ($116,812).

Data from the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia in 2022 estimated that withdrawing $10,000 from your super at the age of 30 could cost you more than double that in retirement – a possible loss of $21,516.

Ms Banney reminds Australians that making an early withdrawal from your super should be treated as a last resort.

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HACKERS WILL NEVER RELAX

The majority of Aussies use technology to unwind, forgetting about cybersecurity risks

In fact, the latest survey performed by Cint and commissioned by cybersecurity company NordVPN showed that 97 per cent of Australians turn to technology for relaxation during the day.

While watching Netflix or scrolling Instagram can help alleviate stress, it may also eliminate users’ privacy awareness.

Sixty-four per cent of Australian respondents said they turned to their gadgets a few times a day to relax, and 22 per cent reported they do so at least once a day. TVs and smartphones are the two top gadgets that Aussies use to relax.

“In the past, very few cybersecurity issues were associated with the use of television,” says Adrianus Warmenhoven, a cybersecurity expert at NordVPN.

“However, now many people use smart TVs. In 2019, the FBI released a warning stating that smart TVs can make users vulnerable to surveillance and attacks by bad actors (hackers). Since then, user security technology has become more advanced, but internet-connected devices remain vulnerable. Smartphones are especially at risk because today, no other gadget knows more about its user. That makes smartphones a very appealing target for hackers.”

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Totolly amusing Did you know?

Do you remember?

In the original 1902 stage version of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Dorothy did not have a dog, but a faithful cow named Imogene. While L. Frank Baum’s book features the Toto dog we know and love, his adaptation opted for the larger animal. “It may seem a long jump from a dog to a cow, but in the latter animal we have a character that really ought to amuse the youngsters,” he said in 1904.

Quote of the week

By the numbers

Perhaps one of the least-popular formats of optical-based digital storage was the MiniDisc. With a high storage capacity of as much as 1GB, these discs could hold up to 45 hours of audio in a compact format. The MiniDisc appeared at a time when CDs were still dominating. So, they struggled to gain popularity. MiniDisc sales began to dwindle when MP3 players started to gain popularity and were finally killed off as a format in 2011 when Sony (the main manufacturer) ceased production. 49

The “least interesting day in history” was April 11, 1954, according to software developers True Knowledge. The search engine project collects facts. Of the more than 300 million facts it has collected, just two occurred on this date: a soccer player named Jack Shufflebotham died and a Turkish academic named Abdullah Atalar was born.

Today in history – September 21

1937 – JRR Tolkien’s The Hobbit is published for the first time. The Hobbit, or There and Back Again, is a young adult fantasy novel that follows the adventures of the hobbit Bilbo Baggins as he traverses through Middle Earth to find treasure guarded by a dragon named Smaug.

100 years

There are only 49 different words used in the book Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss.

Termites are the longest-living insect. They can be alive for as long as 100 years.

133x

The hottest temperature recorded on Earth was 133 times hotter than the sun.

1942 – Boeing B-29 Superfortress flies for the first time. The bomber was used extensively by the US in World War II and the Korean War. The two planes Enola Gay and Bockscar – that dropped atomic bombs on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki – were from the silverplate series of Boeing B-29s.

2013 – The Westgate Mall is attacked in Nairobi, Kenya, by militants of the extremist group al-Shabaab. Sixty-three shoppers died. Before Kenyan security forces rescued the hostages, four terrorists were killed.

Word of the day

Bellwether

Someone or something that leads others or shows what will happen in the future – in other words, a leader or a trendsetter.

“You may have to fight a battle more than once to win it.”

– Margaret Thatcher, former British prime minister.

PUTTING THE LOCAL ARTS SCENE CENTRE STAGE

Creatives and audiences alike are applauding greater funding for and emphasis on artistic endeavours in all their forms. WORDS: Ingrid Nelson.

Over the years, we have seen the growth and evolution of the arts scene on the Sunshine Coast. Today, the region has more creatives than ever before, with many people working full time in the arts, turning their passion and skill into profitable careers.

Latest research shows the region’s creative arts sector, which comprises everyone from painters to podcasters, is evolving and diversifying with great momentum.

Results reveal that nine-in-10 locals agree that arts and culture make the Sunshine Coast a better place to live, while 96 per cent have attended an arts event, and one in two participated.

The success story was heard at the latest meeting of Sunshine Coast Council.

Councillors unanimously voted to adopt the Sunshine Coast Creative Arts Plan 2023-2038, the second iteration of its 20-year plan, to shape and support the sector over the next 15 years.

Councillors were told that this would build on the previous plan, which was a first for the region when adopted in 2018.

Sunshine Coast Arts Portfolio Councillor Rick Baberowski says the arts plan has been a genuinely positive influence.

“Council developed its first arts plan in 2018 to set the foundations for the creative arts to further flourish in the region – and flourish they did,” Cr Baberowski says.

“We’ve seen exceptional growth and real development in the sector over the past five years.’’

A recent sector survey very encouragingly found that 42 per cent of respondents are working full-time in the arts, which has increased from 31 per cent in 2017.

It also revealed that artists able to generate income from their practice has increased from 55 to 61 per cent.

In the years following the first arts plan, Sunshine Coast Council’s Creative

Arts and Events team led a series of focused development programs, designed to build the capacity of local artists and strengthen the region’s creative sector.

Ruby Donohoe, an interdisciplinary performance-maker whose exhibition This is Incomplete Without You was recently on show at Caloundra Regional Gallery, says the programs provided opportunities for artistic growth and challenge.

“These programs provide structured scaffolding for the development of new skills with the freedom for self-driven direction,” Ms Donohoe says.

“They are crucial for increased visibility within both industry and community.

“They also offer immeasurable tangential opportunities through connection – professional networks, audience development, partnership pathways and artistic collaborations.

“The fruits of these programs will ripple through for many years to come.”

Sleeping Beauty

“The arts provide us with ways to communicate that are a little bit left of centre”

Maz McGann

Cr Baberowski says two critical objectives have been to deliver more professional development and increase the number of spaces.

As a result, the Coast now has more arts venues and facilities, greater creative programming, and additional training opportunities for artists.

“These results are really a great testament to building a culture of sector collaboration and of council’s close relationship with its strategic advisors –the Sunshine Coast Arts Advisory Board.” Cr Baberowski says.

The teams behind the delivery of the Sunshine Coast Creative Arts Plan are ever mindful of the dynamics of the sector. The plan will be formally reviewed within the next five years, by 2028 – four years prior to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, and the planning and delivery of the 2032 Cultural Olympiad.

Sunshine Coast Arts Advisory Board chair Maz McGann has worked with local councils, arts and community organisations across Australia and says the arts are vitally important for connecting the community.

“It was fascinating at the height of the pandemic: people started to realise how important the arts were in terms of comfort, stimulation and staying connected,” Ms McGann says.

“People were locked down and anxious and isolated and they turned to books, music, film and even creating their own arts and craft. On a deeper level, the arts provide us with an opportunity to express ourselves in a way we might not otherwise be able to. It’s an assumption that we all communicate in a pretty linear way. That’s not the case. The arts provide us with ways to communicate that are a little bit left of centre, particularly when it comes to learning.”

Supporting First Nations artists, through their culture and ensuring they are more visible across the Coast through public art interpretation, is a vitally

BY THE NUMBERS

• 96 per cent of Sunshine Coast participants attended an arts event

• 1 in 2 creatively participated in the arts

• 82 per cent attended music and 71 per cent attended visual arts and craft events

• 61 per cent attended theatre and dance

• 9-in-10 participants agree that arts and culture make the Sunshine Coast a better place.

important part of the creative arts plan.

“It’s really critical to have that. They are the oldest living culture in the world and the fact that we have those tens-ofthousands of years of knowledge and cultural complexities at our fingertips is a huge advantage for us,” Ms McGann says.

“There is so much learn. You talk to Indigenous people and the ideas of creativity and engaging in culture is embedded in their everyday life.”

The Events Centre Caloundra chief executive officer Bronwyn Edinger has been at the helm of the venue since late last year and is another strong advocate for the arts on the Coast.

“We are aligned with the notion that people have a right to experience art in their own communities,” Ms Edinger says.

“It means we can bring great music, ballet, comedy and other genres of performing arts to the Sunshine Coast, so people don’t have to travel to experience it.

“We have a really strong music focus, with some top-notch international and national names and we have increased our classical music, musical theatre and comedy focus.”

Passionate about giving local artists a platform for their work, Ms Edinger says she is focused on supporting them further, allowing them opportunities to achieve a more national profile.

“Areas I am focused on for the future is broadening the palette of local professional work that we have on offer for the community,” she says.

“We are ramping up our theatre program, circus, cabaret and professional dance and putting together a plan to better engage with the community to support our local professional performing artists.”

Ms McGann says The Events Centre is aiming to strengthen its impact in the community by offering discounted rates for some community groups to be able to access the program.

“We also support a senior choir who perform at the venue and we are helping a group of people who have been undertaking NDIS workshops who are performing a show in our smaller performance space next month,” she says.

“It is going to be such a special event for them, their family and friends.”

THEATRE GROUPS ON THE SUNSHINE COAST

• Little Seed Theatre Company

• Sunshine Coast Youth Theatre

• BATS Theatre Company

• Lind Lane Theatre

• BYTE youth theatre

• Black Box Theatre – Old Ambulance Nambour

• Acting Up youth theatre

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Wishlist Spring Carnival boasted plenty of colour and excitement. A whopping $224,339 was raised for a three-year social worker position at the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service, to share potentially life-saving information of highrisk domestic and family violence cases with other agencies.

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BRONZED CALOUNDRA SOAKS UP THE ACCOLADES

The coastal town proves it’s more than just a pretty face when it comes to being a Top Tourism Town on a national scale.

One of the Sunshine Coast’s most iconic destinations has been recognised among the nation’s top three tourism towns.

After months of campaigning and celebration, Caloundra was awarded third place at the Australian Top Tourism Town Awards during a ceremony at Parliament House in Canberra.

The slice of paradise received the honour after taking out the 2023 Queensland Top Tourism Town Awards, held by the Queensland Tourism Industry Council in June.

Brady Sullivan, the CEO of the Caloundra Chamber of Commerce, which spearheaded the campaign, says the Top Tourism Town Awards is propelling Caloundra onto the nation’s tourism

CLEANING UP RECYCLING OPPORTUNITIES LOCALLY

A new $40.5 million facility capable of processing more than 60,000 tonnes of recyclable products annually is set to be operational by the end of the year.

Construction of the Sunshine Coast Material Recycling Facility (MRF) at Nambour, which will incorporate industry-leading intelligent sorting technology, is nearing completion,

The MRF is the first new-build facility and largest new investment in publicly owned recycling infrastructure in Southeast Queensland in a decade.

It will be able to process 60,000 tonnes or more per year to recover glass bottles, plastic containers, cardboard,

scene. “Our state and national success is a huge drawcard for Caloundra and the Sunshine Coast,” he says.

“Caloundra is well and truly on the map.”

Mr Sullivan says the national recognition will help attract vital investment to the region, including the funds needed to deliver projects including the Sunshine Coast Regional Art Gallery.

“Caloundra has been a loved holiday destination for countless generations and is at the centre of immeasurable family memories,” he says.

“Our recent awards will attract more families and travellers to Caloundra and ensure our town continues to grow its already great tourism offering with drawcards like the proposed Sunshine Coast Regional Art Gallery.”

A panel of judges decided the nation’s top three tourism towns from seven state winners.

The state winners were: Victoria’s Ballarat, Tasmania’s Devonport, Northern Territory’s Katherine, Western Australia’s Mandurah, New South Wales’ Newcastle and South Australia’s Victor Harbor.

Mandurah took out gold, with Ballarat claiming second place.

Noosa tour guide business Joel’s Journeys placed second in the Top Tour Guide category.

Queensland Tourism Industry Council CEO Brett Fraser says it is fantastic to see Caloundra being recognised.

“Queensland has no shortage of natural and local wonders to marvel. It’s fantastic to receive nationwide recognition for our award-winning holiday destinations,” he says.

The Top Tourism Town awards recognise Australian towns with a population over 5000 people that offer amazing visitor experiences.

The awards organisers are committed to working collectively to increase visitation to the regions.

paper and steel and aluminium cans, supplying a range of quality products for re-use across several industries.

This extra recycling capacity, combined with the intelligent sorting equipment, will deliver improved recycling outcomes, helping to reduce waste-to-landfill and create new circular economy opportunities in downstream markets.

“Sunshine Coast residents are keen recyclers and they’re telling me that they’re keen to do even more to reduce, reuse and recycle waste,” Member for Nicklin Rob Skelton says.

Sunshine Coast Mayor Mark Jamieson says the facility will be a smart step forward to build on the council’s goal to be a zero-net emissions organisation by 2041.

GRANTING FUNDS TO BOOST LIFE IN BUDERIM

Community organisations in the Buderim area are benefitting from more than $97,000 supporting local projects.

The record funding is benefitting 21 organisations of the 4556-postcode area as part of the Buderim Foundation’s annual Community Grants Celebration.

It will contribute to projects ranging from kindergarten shade sails, dementia awareness programs and resources for cancer and palliative care patients, to mental health programs, animal rescue and assistance to purchase new vehicles for nursing.

Buderim Foundation grants committee chair Rebecca Ramsay says the foundation is delighted to provide a record funding amount this year of $97,942.

“These grants will make a big difference to the lives of many in our community, enabling the purchase of much-needed and, in some cases, life-saving equipment and financing vital infrastructure and vehicles,” she says.

“The grants come from earnings made from the foundation’s investment funds. So, it is thanks to everyone’s donations and the hard work of our investment committee that we are able to deliver the much-needed funding.

“The Buderim Foundation concept is simple and has three key components: money in, where donations and bequests are received; money managed, where these funds are carefully invested; and then money out, with the income from the investments distributed as grants to organisations supporting the 4556 community.”

This is the 16th year of the grants.

Since 2008, a total of $829,767 has been distributed to 97 not-for-profit community organisations.

For more information, visit buderimfoundation.org.au.

“Scheduled to open by the end of 2023, the new Nambour Materials Recovery Facility is set to deliver an even-smarter solution to recycling in our region,” Mayor Jamieson says.

“The facility will sort glass bottles and jars, paper, cardboard, plastics, steel cans and aluminium cans from household and business yellow-lidded bins at 98 per cent purity – the highest quality of any Australian recycling facility.”

Construction of the facility has been funded through a tripartite funding agreement between all levels of government.

It is enabling 80 local jobs during construction, while 18 new full-time positions are being established to run the facility once open.

Caloundra Chamber CEO Brady Sullivan and chamber digital storyteller Laura Pettigrew

Councillor Maria Suarez, Member for Nicklin Rob Skelton, State Environment Minister Leanne Linard and Sunshine Coast Mayor Mark Jamieson at the centre

PERFECTING THE BALANCING ACT

Kate Langford is a Sunshine Coast businesswoman, business coach and mum of three. Now, she can add author to her list of achievements. Founder of Kate Langford Career Consulting, Kate is passionate about helping people find empowerment and fulfilment in life and work.

In her new recently launched book Have Your Cake and Eat It Too!, Kate shares all the lessons and gold nuggets she’s

collected on the way – told with honesty and good humour. The book also shares her strong belief that with planning, time management and bold execution, you can have your cake and eat it too!

Can you tell us about your new book – My book is a guide for anyone who feels like they can’t be a mother or father while also having success in their career or business. I speak about my life and work experiences that led me to starting my business and everything I have learnt that will empower people to have strategies and inspiration to have it all.

Who will it appeal to? – Women, mainly, who either have a business or want to start one and want to know how to do business and children while maintaining sanity and not burning out. It is also for career changers who want to find their passion but are not sure how.

Why did you decide to write it? – I wanted to share my journey so that it could help others to achieve what I have in a very short time in business. I started documenting everything when I realised that my purpose is to help the masses find a job (or business) that they love, not just one they can do. I also found it very difficult trying to juggle being a mum and having a corporate career. I hope that my book can inspire and guide other mums to start their own business so they can have the flexibility to be there for their family while also feeling fulfilled in their work. What are some of the topics you cover? – Drive, flexibility, family, business, time, self-worth, money, growth, health, resilience, love, balance, vision, guidance.

Speaking of having your cake and eating it too, do you believe women can have it all: career and family balance?

– Yes. This is exactly the premise of my book. You can have it all but not at once. My book goes into detail of everything I

have put in place in my personal and business life so that I can be a present and loving mother while also being a great boss who takes care of my staff. It is a myth that you have to choose between one or the other. I also have downloadable ‘gold nuggets’ with strategies on how to do it.

If you could give yourself one piece of advice as an 18-year-old, what would it be?– That no matter what, there will be problems to solve. It is how you deal with them that makes you succeed. I don’t live with regrets as it makes me who I am today. But if I was to say one thing, it would be: nothing changes if nothing changes.

What are some of the biggest rewards of running your own business? – Balance in my work/personal life. I can choose to only work three days a week, so I have time for my family, and Friday is ‘Kate Day’. I get to go to the sports days, see friends, love my work and family – all in the same week.

What are the challenges? – Mindset is a big thing: 70 per cent of a successful business is based on mindset, and 30 per cent is the doing. You must be mentally fit and constantly strive to learn about yourself and be humble enough to own and take ownership where necessary. Some days are harder than others but on those not-so-good ones, take 24 hours to feel it and then dust it off and fix the problem.

What advice would you give to someone who is thinking of starting their own business? – Remember that you don’t know what you don’t know. Reach out to others who have walked your path before you and ask for help. I also have a coach. Every coach needs a coach, I believe, because we all need that mirror (but make sure you are willing to look into it). Have good mentors, supporters, friends and people who will have your back through thick and thin in your corner and you can’t go wrong.

A Sunshine Coast mum and author offers her lived experience of having a career and a life.

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Top beach safety tips

• Always swim between the red and yellow flags.

• Read the safety signs.

• Ask a lifeguard or lifesaver for safety advice.

• Swim with a friend.

• If you need help, stay calm and attract attention.

tragic consequences.

RED-AND-YELLOW ARMY

lifeguard services this financial year provides 34 permanent lifeguards, two supervisors, a chief lifeguard and a casual pool of up to 96 lifeguards during peak season, across 22 patrolled beach locations from North Coolum to Bulcock Beach,” Councillor Rick Baberowski says. “It also provides our professional lifeguards with vital equipment they need to perform their duties, including jet skis, rescue boards, flags, first-aid kits and portable surveillance cameras for high-risk locations.”

A number of improvements will be made to lifeguard services between Caloundra and Coolum under the recently endorsed Surf Life Saving Queensland –Sunshine Coast Council Lifeguard Service Plan 2023-2028

Lifeguards

up for the 2023-24 patrol season, and they’ll have their work cut out for them with more visitors likely.

An army of volunteers donned in red and yellow is manning beaches across the region as the surf lifesaving season kicks into gear.

Thousands of volunteer surf lifesavers and professional lifeguards are bracing for what is expected to be a challenging season, and beach-goers are being reminded of the dangerous of swimming in unpatrolled areas. The 2023-2024 volunteer surf lifesaving season began last weekend and will run until early next May with an

increased number of visitors expected during that time.

Surf Life Saving Queensland Sunshine Coast regional operations manager Aaron Purchase says predicted hotter and dryer conditions this summer is likely to spark increased beach visitation.

“Traditionally, we see more people at the beach and in the water during hotter and drier summers,” Mr Purchase says.

“If they become complacent and stray from the red and yellow flags, they can very quickly get into trouble – sometimes with

“When it is really rough, it’s obvious that the conditions are dangerous and people stay out. But when it’s seemingly calmer, they enter the water or swim out a bit further than their ability should allow, thinking it’s safe. They can easily miss the hidden dangers, like rips. Our advice is always to stick to patrolled areas where lifeguards and lifesavers can see them.”

Throughout the 2022-23 season, lifeguards and lifesavers patrolling beaches in the Sunshine Coast Local Government Area recorded more than 7.5 million visitations, performed 745 rescues and 111,059 preventative actions, and administered 3336 first-aid treatments.

Sunshine Coast Council invests funding into the lifeguard services, operated by Surf Life Saving Queensland across the region.

“Council’s $5.8 million investment in

Among the changes now in place is a relocation of the existing lifeguard service from Golden Beach (Beach Access 317) to Happy Valley (Beach Access 293), due to more visitors to Happy Valley since the January 2022 breakthrough of Bribie Island. Volunteer lifesavers patrol at major Sunshine Coast and Noosa beaches every weekend and on public holidays from 7am to 5pm from September school holidays to early May, with extended hours to 6pm through the busy Christmas holiday period.

This vital service supports lifeguard patrols, which occur year-round.

For patrol info, visit beachsafe.org.au.

Design the life

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Jett Kenny at the start of the 2023 surf season

Hello everyone,

There are some exciting changes on the horizon for our region’s fast-emerging heart and residents are invited to help shape its future.

Community consultation is underway for a proposed amendment to the Maroochydore City Centre Priority Development Area Development Scheme.  The proposed amendment will give effect to the key aspects of the revised master plan for this priority development area:

• Combining the waterway and parkland elements to create a central park and lake at the heart of the city centre

• Moving the proposed Exhibition and Convention Centre closer to the future transit centre

• Relocating the amphitheatre to the northern end of the central park. This new city centre belongs to the Sunshine Coast community. It will continue to grow and consolidate its place as the main centre for the Sunshine Coast and I urge community members – including residents, landowners, developers and business operators – to view the proposed amendment and provide feedback before consultation closes at 4.30pm on Monday, October 23.

People can visit haveyoursay.qld.gov.au to lodge a submission.

Towering venue to help events soar

Anew state-of-the-art venue is about to take community, business and charity functions to new heights.

The venue, which offers panoramic views from the ninth floor of Sunshine Coast City Hall in the Maroochydore City Centre, has been appropriately named Altitude Nine.

Opening in October, the venue will soon be taking bookings for a range of events including community functions, corporate events, charity fundraisers,

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private celebrations such as weddings, workshops and so much more.

Inspired by the landscape of the Sunshine Coast and our deep connection to the hinterland, our mountain ranges and coastal plains, this is an exciting and welcome addition to the Maroochydore City Centre.

Altitude Nine will be managed by Council’s experienced Community Venues team with income from the venue offsetting costs of providing this service to the local community.

It will accommodate up to 180 people.

This new venue, which celebrates the Coast’s unique landscape, is set to be an outstanding location to host events that rise with the sun or settle in with the sunset, honouring the stunning natural environment of the region.

Be the first to find out about Altitude Nine’s upcoming events by subscribing to the eNewsletter via altitudenine.com.au and follow Altitude Nine on Instagram.

It’s bird nesting season.

Magpie Cracticus tibicen

Some native birds, like magpies, can act defensively to protect their territory and their nests and young. Learn about your native birds, their needs and how you can help protect each other.

There’s a new kid on the block and it’s shaping up to be one of the coast’s best new spaces for events and functions.

TIPS FOR LIVING WITH FLYING FOXES

It’s birthing season for flying foxes – for the females to give birth to one live pup and raise it.

This means their numbers in parks and reserves near the coastline may grow, and it’ll get noisier as the young get older and call for their mums.

This won’t last forever.

Flying foxes are seasonal animals that come and go. Council understands how difficult it can be living near flying-fox roosts in urban areas, and we have a long-term aim to entice flying foxes to a more suitable home.

Here are some tips for living with the noisy neighbours as they begin to raise their pups.

• Bring your washing in at night.

• Park your cars under shelter.

• Keep doors and windows closed at dawn and dusk to reduce disturbance during fly-in and fly-out.

• Remove or cover fruit and flowers on fruiting and flowering trees on your property.

• Keep dogs and cats inside at night and away from roost sites. Keep pet food and water indoors.

• Move quietly near roost sites to avoid disturbance – they make more noise when disturbed.

Visit sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/ flyingfoxes for more on living near flying foxes.

Crucial next steps for beachfront ‘jewel’

Plans for a new central meeting place and seawall at Mooloolaba Foreshore have been finalised.

Apopular beachfront will gain enhanced protection from increasing climate change risks and impacts during the next stage of its revitalisation.

Following completion of the awardwinning Mooloolaba Foreshore Revitalisation Northern Parklands, the detailed design for Stage 2 – the Central Meeting Place and southern seawall – has now been finalised.

Council has called for expressions of interest to construct the new parkland – which received overwhelming community support during recent consultation – and to replace a seawall that dates back to the 1960s.

Assisted by a $7.95 million contribution through the Federal Government’s National Emergency Management Agency, Disaster Ready Fund, the ageing vertical seawall, which will not be sufficient to safeguard the community from rising sea levels and more extreme weather events into the future, will be replaced with a new terraced seawall.

The Central Meeting Place will feature a new shaded event and meeting space, open grassed areas, a viewing deck, new

HOW TO GET FUNDS FOR YOUR PROJECT

Funding is now available for community groups to see their project come to life.

Sunshine Coast Council’s Minor Grants offer up to $2000 of funding to support one-off projects and programs.

The minor grants are perfect for projects that make our community more active, vibrant, inclusive, resilient and creative. Funding will support projects that have broad community benefit. Minor Grant applications can be submitted

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beach showers and toilets, public artwork, a new coastal pathway, a full accessibility ramp to the beach, and a terraced seawall with wide steps which double as beachside seating with plants and shade trees.

Once a contractor is appointed, the construction timeline will be determined and early works could begin next year. For more information and to subscribe to project updates visit sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/mfr.

in one of six categories, Community Development, Community Facilities, Creative Development, Cultural Heritage, Economic Development and Sport and Recreation. Help your vision become a reality with Council’s Community Grants. Apply today! Applications close on October 30.

Visit sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/grants for more information and to start an application online.

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Artist Impression of Mooloolaba Foreshore from surf tower northwards

COMMUNITY NOTES

Community kindy marks 50 years

Buderim Community Kindergarten recently celebrated 50 years of guiding children through learning in their preschooling years. Over the past five decades, the kindergarten has operated as a not-for-profit organisation, run by a dedicated volunteer committee, and has played a vital role in providing high-quality early education and care to children in the Buderim community and surrounds. Over the years, many of the children have returned as parents to send their

own children to the same kindergarten. The Buderim Community Kindergarten hosted special 50th anniversary celebrations in August.

Charity open garden event

The award-winning Orchid Grove will be open on Saturday, September 23, and Sunday, September 24. The annual open garden event once again will be helping Heart Reach Australia’s work for underprivileged children in Vietnam. Discover the tranquillity of this natural garden filled with delightful colour and flowering orchids, a walk-in aviary,

waterfalls, ponds and walkways. There will also be antique far m machinery – donated, restored and painted – dotted throughout the property, plus a photographic display of garden history. Angel’s Café on site will have light refreshments available. The open garden runs from 9.30am to 4.30pm both days at 17 Barkston Court, Buderim. Entry is $7 and includes three lucky draw chances. For inquiries or group bookings, call 0418 246 888.

Grief and loss program

Blue Care is holding its next Grief and Loss Program. The program is available to anyone in the community needing extra support after the loss of a loved one. The next program begins on September 28 and runs once a week for eight weeks at the Bli Bli Uniting Church Hall at 8/10 Lefoes Road, Bli Bli, from 9.30am to 11.30am. There is no cost involved. For more information, contact Narelle on 0409 708 977 or Fay on 0421 132 674.

Funding boost for local groups

Three not-for-profit organisations in the Maroochydore electorate are celebrating funding wins from Round 116 of the State Government Gambling Community Benefit Fund. Member for Maroochydore

Fiona Simpson says the funds, totalling

$147,870, will help these hard-working groups to continue their invaluable work in the local community. Coast2Bay Housing Group will receive $50,000 to purchase furniture, appliances and bedding, while Mount Coolum Golf Club will receive $70,000 to install a lift for its physically challenged members, and Mudjimba Community Kindergarten and Preschool Association will receive $27,871.50 to host workshops, training and purchase equipment. For more information on how community groups can enter upcoming funding rounds, visit justice.qld.gov.au/initiatives/ community-grants.

Join local Scrabble club

Sunshine Coast Scrabble Club meets at Nambour RSL at 1pm every Friday. Games, while competitive, are low key, with an emphasis on enjoying the game in the company of other Scrabble lovers. New players are welcome and are given a gentle introduction with an open-book game. The playing fee is $2 and all funds are put towards cash prizes at the end of play each week. For more information, call Trevor on 5445 7770.

Buderim Community Kindergarten staff

Cr Joe Natoli Division Four

Boat ramp car park upgrade Outrigger Park, Minyama, is a much-loved community facility used by recreational and commercial fishing and boating groups, plus community organisations including the Panamuna Outrigger Canoe Club Inc. In partnership with the state government, Sunshine Coast Council is upgrading the public boat ramp and trailer parking to provide safe and easy access into one of our region’s busiest waterways: Mooloolah River. The first stage of work is expected to be completed in early 2024. Find out more on the website: sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

Shorebird Festivals

It’s time to welcome the shorebirds back to the Sunshine Coast. The council is hosting two free family-friendly Shorebird Festivals in September. Head to the two locations – Golden Beach on September 23 at 4pm and Cotton Tree on September 24, at 4pm – to learn about the amazing journey migratory shorebirds have taken to get here. Bring a rug or chair, grab a bite to eat, enjoy the numerous activities for

children and watch an outdoor movie screening of Flyways: The Story of Migratory Shorebirds. There will also be face painting, food trucks, art and craft, fun games and more. Visit events. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au for tickets.

Multicultural Moon Festival

Prepare for a weekend of cultural wonder at the Multicultural Moon Festival on Mooloolaba Beach on September 29 and 30. Catch the family movie under the stars on the Friday night. Then, on the Saturday, between 2pm and 6pm, immerse yourself in the diverse multicultural activities on offer and the breathtaking fireworks finale. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a celebration that’s truly out of this world. Join residents and visitors for a memorable weekend celebrating unity in diversity.

Matt Stoeckel, Visit Sunshine Coast CEO

THERE’S NOTHING ARTIFICIAL ABOUT THE HUMAN FACTOR

The tourism industry is all abuzz about artificial intelligence (AI).

It’s easy to see why, given the emergence of new AI tools such as ChatGPT making the technology increasingly available to businesses and individuals.

Whether you are a fan or not, the technology is already part of our day-today lives – from recommendations on what to watch on your streaming service to finding the best routes on Google Maps.

The fascinating aspect of AI in its current form is that it has the potential to transform industries and will no doubt influence and change the way we promote tourism destinations. To better understand how we can harness this potential, we held an event on Demystifying AI for Visit Sunshine Coast members last week.

Naturally, we couldn’t resist kicking off the event using an AI-generated host,

before the expert panel explained that while machines can’t yet ‘think’ for themselves, there are so many ways businesses can leverage machine-learning technology to be more efficient or even differentiate their products and services. The range of applications are virtually limitless – spanning everything from creating social media content, writing job descriptions and analysing data to creating presentations and imagery – as long as there is a human fact-checker on hand.

One thing we can all agree on is, AI can never replace all-important human touch and connection, which makes the region so special for our visitors.

There’s

29 & 30 SEPTEMBER

MULTICULTURAL MOON FESTIVAL

The Multicultural Moon Festival is a family-friendly event where residents can promote and share traditional culture and participate in artistic competitions and performances. This year’s festival begins with a special children’s movie under the stars on Mooloolaba Beach. Official festivities has a plethora of activities planned for everyone, including eclectic markets and activity stalls. Visitors will be treated to enthralling multicultural entertainment, including a Russian dance performance, fire dance show and Chinese classical dance, followed by a spectacular moon ceremony.

When: Friday, September 29, at 6pm, and Saturday, September 30, at 2pm.

Where: Mooloolaba Beach near Loo with a View.

Tickets: Free event. More info via facebook.com/ArtsAndCultureFederation.

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SEPTEMBER

COLLIDE DANCE SHOW

An action-packed live show featuring the incredible next generation of dancers and including some of the biggest names in the dance industry. This is a must see dance show!

When: Friday, September 29, at 8.30pm. Where: Caloundra Events Centre, 20 Minchinton St, Caloundra.

Tickets: $60.60, theeventscentre.com.au.

23 SEPTEMBER KOALA DAY

Calling all koala lovers: September is Save the Koala Month and Fairhill, in partnership with fauna ecologist Kellie Newport and Koala Crusaders Queensland, is hosting a community conservation event. Understand the threats to koalas and learn what you can do to help today. You will even learn how to help grow your own koala habitat. There’ll be talks from industry experts, face painting, DJ Roly, tapas and a bar.

When: Saturday, September 23, 4-7pm. Where: Fairhill Native Botanic Gardens, 114 Fairhill Road, Ninderry. Tickets: Free entry.

22

SEPTEMBER

TWO-ROO SURF FILM SCREENING

In a double header of film and music, watch Two-roo – a family surf adventure around Australia, followed by live music to celebrate the release of Colbey’s debut album. The film follows Nick Colbey and his family around Australia for the second time on a life-changing adventure of epic proportions. Then hear the songs from the film and off Colbey’s newly released album Journey Man

When: Friday, September 22, at 7pm.

Where: Solbar, Ocean Street, Maroochydore.

Tickets: $16.35, via solbar.com.au/gig-guide.

22

SEPTEMBER

LIVE AND LOCAL – CALOUNDRA

Unwind with a Friday afternoon filled with incredible performances, vibrant vibes, mouth-watering food and a relaxed atmosphere in Felicity Park, Caloundra. Discover the hidden musical gems of Caloundra, amid the tantalising aromas and wide range of delectable street food offerings.

When: Friday, September, 22, at 4pm. Where: Felicity Park, Bulcock Street, Caloundra.

Tickets: Free event.

22 SEPTEMBER

FRIDAY KNOCK-OFFS

Join the Kawana Chamber of Commerce as it finishes the week off on a high at Paradise Rum. This Friday Knockoffs is sponsored by Ray White Kawana Waters. Head along to eat, drink and catch up with the diverse group of business people of the Kawana region. This event is free of charge for members.

When: Friday, September 22, 4.30pm.

Where: 25 Technology Drive, Warana.

Tickets: $25 for non-members, via trybooking.com/ events/landing/1099746.

24 SEPTEMBER

FAULTY TOWERS – ORIGINAL

DINING EXPERIENCE

Faulty Towers the Original Dining Experience is making its way up the hill and bringing its hilarious show to Buderim Tavern. The night will include a three-course meal with a two-hour interactive show. Get ready to laugh, as this will be one fun show you don’t want to miss.

When: Sunday, September 24, at 6pm.

Where: 81 Burnett Street, Buderim. Tickets: $80, via https://bit. ly/3PCEscX.

7 & 8 OCTOBER

STARK RAVEN MAD – A POETRY SHOW FOR KIDS

Stark Raven Mad is a fast-paced, interactive poetry show for kids, where more than 30 poems are performed. It is dark and funny, but also delightful and a bit absurd. The show takes the audience through a poetical journey, bringing to life gothic poems using puppets, costumes, movement and music. Poetry from Edgar Allan Poe, Heinrich Hoffman, Hilaire Belloc, Emily Dickinson and Lewis Carroll feature. Prepare to be surprised, amused and little frightened.

When: Saturday, October 7, and Sunday, October 8. Multiple show times.

Where: The Old Ambulance Station, 80 Howard Street, Nambour.

Tickets: $30, via catbirdtheatre.com/.

Star k Raven n Mad

23 SEPTEMBER

THE BIG BEACH CLEAN-UP

Join local group Visionary Ocean Warriors for this free community event with a difference. The morning involves a beach clean-up, eco market stalls, free kids’ activities and a trash swap, where litter collected becomes currency to purchase pre-loved clothes, books and bric-a-brac donated by the local community. For every bag of litter collected, participants will receive a free Boomerang Bag and a stamp to use in the pop-up op shop. Younger participants can take part in a free guided art activity, as well as free face painting, and take part in a no-sew bag workshop.

When: Saturday, September 23, at 8am. Where: Clarke Place Park, The Esplanade, Bulcock Beach, Caloundra.

Tickets: Free event. Register via register.cleanup.org.au/fundraisers/ VisionaryOceanWarriorBeachCleanUp/thebig-beach-clean-up.

Gig guide

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

Nambour Forecourt Live, Currie Street, 4pm

Radioactive, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm

David Lee, Caloundra RSL, 5.30pm

David Zuric, Cooroy RSL, 6pm

Colin Dodds, Coolum Surf Club, 8.30pm

DJ Will B, Alex Surf Club, 7.30pm

Renny Field, Maroochy Surf Club, 7.30pm

DJ Indie Andy, Palmwoods Hotel, 8.30pm

DJ Catti, Beerwah Hotel, 8.30pm

Luke Kidgell, The Events Centre, 6pm.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

Kyle Lionhart, Eumundi Brewery, 7.30pm

Consol, Old Soul, 8pm

Mason Rock Band, Banana Bender Pub, 7pm

Junction Road, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm

Liam Griffin, Caloundra RSL, 5.30pm

Garry Hudson, Coolum Surf Club, 8.30pm

The Flaming Galahs, Alex Surf Club, 7.30pm

The Febs, Maroochy Surf Club, 7.30pm

Anthologys, Palmwoods Hotel, 8.30pm

Dirty Dice, Beerwah Hotel, 8.30pm.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

Jazz in the Park, Buderim Village Park, 1pm

Poco Loco Duo, Maroochy RSL, 6pm Fleetwood Mac Tribute, Alex Surf Club, 4pm.

All events were correct at time of printing.

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ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT USA • BUSBY MAROU

BUSTAMENTO • CARAVÃNA SUN • DIESEL

DUMPSTAPHUNK USA • FOOLS • HIATUS KAIYOTE

ILLY • JACK RIVER • JARRYD JAMES

KASEY CHAMBERS • KATCHAFIRE NZ • L.A.B NZ

MEG MAC • MELBOURNE SKA ORCHESTRA

MIDDLE KIDS • RAY BEADLE STAX OF BLUES

ROSHANI • ROSS WILSON & THE PEACENIKS

SAMPA THE GREAT • SPIDERBAIT

THE BLACK SORROWS • THE STRIDES

THE TEMPER TRAP • THIRSTY MERC • VERA BLUE

WILSN • 19-TWENTY • 1927

PLUS ADAM JAMES • ALLENSWORTH • ALYS FFION • AMPERSAND

ANDREA KIRWIN AND THE YAMA-NUI SOCIAL CLUB • ANNA & JORDAN

ASPY JONES • AYLA

• BAND OF FREQUENCIES • BETTY TAYLOR

BUTTERED • BUTTERMELLO • CHRIS AH GEE • DANA GEHRMAN

DJ TOTAL ECLIPSE (THE X-ECUTIONERS) • DOC HALIBUT • ELLA FENCE

EMMA TOMLINSON FT. PETER KOPPES & TIO KURUN WARUN • FLASKAS

FRANK & LOUIS • GOOD WILL REMEDY • HAPPY VALLEY • HIGH TROPICS

JAZZELLA • JC & THE TREE • JEN MIZE & THE ROUGH N TUMBLE

JESSE TAYLOR • KARLOU • LAZY GUNS • MUFASSA AND THE PRIDE

NICKY BOMBA • OWLS OF NEPTUNE • PAT TIERNEY • PHIL BARLOW BAND

RAW ORDIO

• REDWOOD SCOUNDREL

• RENEGADE FUNK

RYLAND MORANZ • SARI ABBOTT • SHEN PANTHERS • SIERRA NOBLE

SUGARBAG BLONDE • TESS FAPANI • THE DANDYS

THE DAWN LIGHT • THIS NEW LIGHT • TOBIAS

PLUS BARRY MORGAN’S ORGAN DEN

IN KINGS CLUB

GUBBI GUBBI DANCE

WELCOME TO COUNTRY

GREAT OUTDOORS BECKON FOR FUN IN THE SUNSHINE

Spring is a beautiful time of the year on the Sunshine Coast.

The days are warming up and it’s the ideal opportunity to get out and about and enjoy what our naturally diverse region has to offer.

Here are three top options to enjoy the great outdoors this season.

GET MOVING

Spring is a good excuse to wander along the 25km stretch from Golden Beach to Mooloolaba, otherwise known as a popular section of the Coastal Pathway.

Families will enjoy the hours of fun in the rock pools and beachfront saltwater pool at Kings Beach along the way. The kids will love discovering the local wildlife and watching for fish flitting beneath the surface of the water.

ENJOY A DAY AT THE MARKETS

Head to Eumundi and immerse yourself in one of the largest artisan markets in the Southern Hemisphere.

Make sure you allow yourself plenty of time to browse the many eclectic stalls and sample the plethora of wonderful food and drink stalls.

You will find a treasure trove of clothes, local art and fresh produce on offer – more than enough to keep you occupied on a beautiful spring day (Wednesdays and Saturdays).

PICNIC TIME

Springtime equals picnic-time on the Sunshine Coast and, fortunately, we have plenty of stunning locations to enjoy your sandwiches and cake. Among them is the magnificent Jack Harrison Park, nestled near Wappa Dam (just west of Yandina). With lush deciduous trees reclaiming their lost winter foliage, peaceful green flats and benches to watch the view, you’ll be set to lay down a blanket and let the afternoon pass by.

Adding the vital sustainability ingredient

The Sunshine Coast has become a hub for celebrating sustainable shopping habits that support local producers and the environment.

Hoping to add more choice for wholesome goodness to the community, Alex and Alyssa Eimbrodt have opened Pantree Sunshine Coast. What does Pantree Sunshine Coast offer the community? Our main goal is to provide a sustainable shopping experience. We offer organic wholefoods, eco home and body products, bulk liquid refills, as well as beautiful local and sustainable brands that are nice for your body and the

planet. We also make up gorgeous (and delicious) chocolate gift jars. We can help people make them in store, so they're full of products that they love. What inspired you to go down this path of organic wholefoods? We have always had a love for the environment and our natural world and we have both worked on whale-watching boats in the past and dreamed of owning our own business where we could show people how important it is to treat our Earth with love and kindness and promote the conservation of our beautiful oceans. Alex's brother, Jason, opened up Pantree in NSW five years

ago and after a few chats, we thought this could be a great way to promote sustainability and conservation. How can customers help contribute to sustainable shopping? All of our customers are encouraged to bring their own containers, jars and bottles so they can refill all of their food and bulk liquid items over and over again, rather than paying for plastic bottles and bags. Being able to buy in bulk also means that our customers can buy as much (or as little) as they like. If you want to try a new recipe, you can come and purchase the exact amounts. What do you love about your job? We love helping people to make small changes in their lives to move toward having less waste and toxins in their home. Endeavouring to be waste and/ or toxin-free can often leave people, including myself, feeling incredibly overwhelmed and it's easy to choose to do nothing when you're overwhelmed. I love to chat with people about one small thing they could change this week or month and just focus on that. Also, supplying quality products and ingredients that help to nourish our community. Plus, chocolate because it brings joy, and it's all about balance. Do you support any local growers and producers? Since opening in June, we've doubled the amount of local suppliers and brands we have. Using Jason's blueprint to open our store meant we could get up and running quickly. Now we are working through the shop to see which items we can swap and what products we can find that are made on the Coast. Find Pantree Sunshine Coast at Shop 2, 5 Burns Street, Buddina or visit the Pantree Sunshine Coast Facebook page.

Garden of Indigenous fare

Catbird Restaurant and First Nations catering group Three Little Birds have teamed up to launch a new menu focused on locally sourced, handmade, seasonal and Indigenous botanicals.

Three Little Birds was founded by First Nations chef Chris Jordan, born in Maclean, NSW, on traditional Bunjalung land. Using native ingredients and ancient knowledge of customs and techniques, his food acknowledges, educates and celebrates the unique culture and natural resources Australia has to offer.

“Three Little Birds is super excited to have started this journey with Catbird,” Mr Jordan says.

“The menu celebrates the incredible Indigenous botanicals that not only taste amazing but also nourish us.

“By sourcing locally with deadly suppliers like My Dillybag and Galeru, creating opportunity for Indigenous employment and a safe space for LBGTQI+, we aim to create a diverse, friendly environment in the iconic garden setting at Fairhill. We can’t wait to share.”

One dish featured in the collaboration is the wattleseed ricotta dumplings with Falls Farm honey pumpkin (pictured). The menu also combines Japanese and Brazilian influence, thanks to head chef Lucas Saeki.

Some of these dishes include black tahini and miso pancake with orange, fingerlime and macadamia praline, lemon myrtle rice balls with seaweed, saltbush and ooray umeboshi ponzu, and salt-baked yams with myrtle emulsion and native dukkha.

Catbird Restaurant is in Fairhill Native Botanic Gardens, Yandina, and is fully licensed, with a strong selection of local beers, organic wines and spirits. Lunch is available Tuesday to Sunday from 11am to 3pm. Bookings are recommended at catbird.com.au.

No-bake Florentine dish.

Serves: 6

Decadent, delicious Florentines! This recipe is so, so simple to make, yet is an absolute crowd-pleaser, thanks to the flavour and texture fusion of Nutworks indulgent macadamia muesli, tart dried cranberries and rich dark chocolate.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups dark melting chocolate

• 1 ½ cups Nutworks macadamia muesli

• ¾ cup dried cranberries

• ¾ cup cornflakes

• 6 tablespoons honey

• 3 tablespoons melted coconut oil.

Method

1. Melt the dark chocolate and spoon two tablespoons into six portions on a large baking tray lined with greaseproof paper.

2. Spread each portion into shape slightly with the back of a spoon.

3. In a large bowl, mix together all other ingredients and spoon two tablespoons of the mixture into each chocolate circle. Press the mixture into the chocolate.

4. Place the tray into the refrigerator to set.

Recipe and image courtesy of Nutworks. Find Nutworks at 37 Pioneer Road, Yandina, or visit nutworks.com.au

Go nuts! Now is the ideal time to shop for Florentine ingredients, as Nutworks is giving away a free bag of 75g raw macadamias with every purchase of 750g Macadamia muesli at the retail store in Yandina.

BETTING ON BAD BEHAVIOUR

Jane Stephens wonders how governments can clamp down on smoking and gambling on one hand, then rely on those taxes to prop up budgets.

The complaints about the Nanny State and Big Brother are shrill at times, but without them, we would be in the poor house.

Our vices prop up the government’s budget. The government collected an eye-watering $14.3 billion in tobacco duty in the most recent reported period. And governments collect a further $6 billion in gambling taxes.

At best, the government’s ethics have been wildly out of kilter for generations, relying on us to keep sinning to be able to pay for our basic societal needs. It is a strange world where the government needs that tax revenue to keep the coffers in the black, but then some of that has to be spent on the resulting sickness (smoking) and welfare support (gambling).

This month, the government has come down a bit heavier on gamblers and smokers. Two years after it was recommended, the federal government has banned gambling with credit cards, bringing it in line with in-person wagering.

Figures from the Australian Communication and Media Authority show that last year, 11 per cent of Australians indulged in online gambling in the previous

six months – up from eight per cent in 2020. Digital technology means gambling is available 24/7. Online gamblers will also now be subjected to the spoken-so-fastyou-can’t-quite-make-it-out warnings that regular gamblers have thrown at them, and also the visual cautions.

The government is updating its nicotine messaging, too, with individual cigarettes having to be printed with warnings about smoking dangers. Smokers will delight in watching the message literally go up in smoke, I am sure. No flavourings will be allowed anymore. No cutesy names. No packaging with anything arty. Apparently, the smoking rate has dropped to 11 per cent, but we are off the National Tobacco Strategy target of having just five per cent of the population on the puffers by 2030.

Tobacco kills more than 50 Australians a day and is our leading cause of preventable death and disability. The new tobacco laws come into effect next April. But under the current model, the government would go bust if we all became puritans or members of the temperance society. They need us to keep indulging in our bad behaviour – just not too much.

What a crazy, mixed-up world.

TEEING UP A SHOT AT THE EASY LIFE

Ashley Robinson knows that some weekends, it’s easier to cash in the chips and go home when a ‘simple’ errand ends up in the rough.

My nearly 10-year-old grandson recently decided he wanted to play golf. And while he writes right handed and kicks a footy with the right foot, he has decided he will be a left-handed golfer.

A red-headed, ambidextrous kid should be pretty tough by the time he gets through puberty. Anyway, it became my job to find him a few clubs (I was assigned the job via Old Mate).

“Shouldn’t be too hard. Go to the dump shop,” I was told. So, last Saturday, I also had the pleasure of taking him to the Sharks footy presentation as his Mum and Dad were busy celebrating a birthday on a brewery tour – which sounded like a whole lot more fun than footy. Funny that a couple of years ago, I got to take him to his soccer preso for the same reason. Seems their timing is excellent.

After presentations, we went to Caloundra dump shop. A thousand old clubs – none of them left handed. Same at Maroochydore dump shop and Headland Pro Shop. Saturday was taken care of, and then I get told by Old Mate she has found some on Facebook Marketplace at Maleny.

So, my Sunday morning was planned for me. She hands me $20, tells me it’s for three clubs for an unbelievable price, and here is the address. I get there and eventually find a nice lady out the back of a house that resembled an episode of TV’s Steptoe and Son. She brings the clubs out and, I must say, they are mint. I hand her the $20. She says, ‘No, they are 20 each or three for 50’ which, I might add, were well worth it. Guess what? I had no more cash.

To make things worse, I only had a credit card, not a debit card. I ring Old Mate and tell her my problem. ‘What are you going to do?’ she says. Anyway, she tells me to go to Woolies and buy something to get cash out, which I have never done as I have never been allowed because of bank charges and the fact I live with a miser.

Of course, I buy two packets of barbecue chips and go ‘yes’ to cash out. Declined. I try again, as the line builds up behind me. Declined. A couple more calls. No cash. No chips and I get accused of forgetting my pin.

Eventually, I get the cash and the clubs. What a debacle. I hope the grandson can play golf better than I can manage my life and the boss of me.

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.

HARBOURING A SECRET

Sami Muirhead shares a milestone birthday this year with celebrities and superstars, but only one grand lady really takes the cake.

The grandest of ladies in Australia is surely Sydney Opera House (followed closely by Ita Buttrose and Aileen from TV’s Home and Away).

The iconic landmark turns 50 this year. The building, not the living legends. The Opera House and I have a bit in common as I, too, nudge my halfcentury milestone birthday in just weeks. We both have cracks appearing after five decades of wear and tear and a bit too much booze spilt over us over the years.

The Opera House is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. I am not. But some days I feel I could be heritage listed, with the scaffolding starting to need extra support on this body to hold it all together.

Half-a-century comes with wrinkles and sagging, but it also comes with more certainty of who I am and which people I want to surround myself with. I also did my back trying to limbo at the work staff party last week.

I am not quite sure how I got to be 50, but I am not having a huge bash. Instead, I am celebrating slowly over 12 months – catching up with small groups

of special people in my life. Last weekend, one of my life-long friends and I flew to Sydney and went to see Miss Saigon at the Opera House.

You know its 50 years since Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War ended. It was all just meant to be as we both stood there toasting turning 50 in the

REFRAMING THE PHASES OF GROWING OLDER

We categorise people as young, middle aged or old, simplifying the life span into these groups.

And the groups are not based solely on age. Rather, we tend to slot people into one or other depending on our own age.

Increasingly, I am finding that the world is full of young people, including my doctor and dentist. However, age is much more complex than this.

We think about our age in a variety of ways. Sometimes we take a chronological perspective. We identify with our chronological age and simply state our age in years. But sometimes we identify with our subjective age. This is the age you feel yourself to be. I often hear people saying, “I feel my age today”.

Thirdly, we have a functional age.

This is related to physical and cognitive capacity to do what you want to do. I think that functional age often determines subjective age.

age is a period of freedom with the time and health to enjoy it. I believe he was thinking about first world populations.

Laslett added in the concept of a fourth age. Now, we know that those considered elderly are a diverse group. Some people are simply elderly/older. Others have cognitive and physical impairments.

Laslett made the distinction between the third and fourth age based on this difference, saying the fourth age is marked by dependence, decrepitude and death.

iconic building that is 50 as well. Nice.

It just doesn’t seem real that I am a real adult now. But then we are all getting older, and I am in good company. Other celebs turning 50 this year include Gwyneth Patrow, Sofia Vergara, Cameron Diaz, Jennifer Garner and Eminem.

Lose yourself in those facts! How the heck can this be true?

But the fairest of them all to me will always be the Opera House.

Researcher Peter Laslett in the 1980s broke it down as the first, second, third and fourth age. Unsurprisingly, the first age is considered to be the age of preparation for the world. It involves education, socialisation, growing up in readiness for adult roles.

The second age is the time of productivity, work and family creation.

The third age starts in retirement. Laslett moved the third age from being an all-encompassing class of old people to being a more optimistically framed group.

Rather than focusing on ageing problems, Laslett believed that the third

I think the value in Laslett’s simple addition of a fourth age is to remove the negativity that seeps into ageing.

Many older people seem to see themselves on a slippery slide into dependence and decrepitude even when they are still actively in the third age.

The category of the fourth age gives us language to acknowledge difference.

To say someone is in the fourth age provides information and a simple and respectful distinction. I wish you a very long third age and a very short fourth age.

Judy Rafferty is the author of Retirement Your Way, A Practical Guide to Knowing What You Want and How to Get It.

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

Judy Rafferty explores a new way of looking at age.

“Half-a-century comes with wrinkles and sagging, but it also comes with more certainty of who I am”

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HOROSCOPES

ARIES (MAR 21-APR 20)

It’s a terrific time to travel, teach, study, nurture a close relationship, learn something new or share an adventure with someone special. Keep yourself mentally sharp and physically strong so you can bounce back from any stressful setbacks that come along.

LEO

(JUL 24-AUG 23)

The sparks are set to fly as Venus (in your sign) plus temperamental Uranus and the fiery full moon all amp up your feisty side. Expect some annoying frustrations and delays on Friday, especially involving a personal project or a work matter.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV 23-DEC 21)

Jupiter (your power planet) trines Mercury, which gives you the gift of the gab and is particularly good for work involving writing, teaching, performing and public relations. Then Uranus trines Mercury, which is fabulous for original ideas and new friendships

QUIZ

1. At 194 kms, what is the longest continuous beach in Australia?

2. And in which state or territory is that beach located?

3. Manila is the capital city of which country?

4. Is black sapote a type of a) bread, b) fruit or c) rice?

5. Released in 1987, The Lion and the Cobra is the debut album of which Irish singer?

6. Which board game was invented as a variation of a game called Lexiko?

7. Published posthumously in 1941, what is Virginia Woolf’s final novel?

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8. What character did Kylie Minogue (pictured) play in the Australian soap opera Neighbours?

TAURUS (APR 21-MAY 21)

Expect an emotional rollercoaster ride this week, as disruptive Uranus stirs up problems in a partnership or unpredictable moods at home. You may have to deal with a gobsmacking surprise that really rocks your world. Be patient.

VIRGO (AUG 24-SEP 23)

Virgos love things to run smoothly but there’s unpredictable planetary energy about this week and carefully-laid plans could veer off in unexpected directions. This could be wonderful or stressful, depending on the circumstances. Go with the flow.

CAPRICORN (DEC 22-JAN 20)

The sun and Mars are moving through your career zone, which boosts your capacity for hard work and your ability to lead others. The full moon highlights the importance of getting the balance right between professional success and domestic harmony.

GEMINI (MAY 22-JUN 21)

This week is all about learning, education and communication as your ruler, Mercury, links up with clever Jupiter and curious Uranus. It’s also time to dream big – and often – as Friday’s fiery full moon activates your ‘hopes, dreams and wishes’ zone.

LIBRA (SEP 24-OCT 23)

Unpredictable Uranus is disrupting relationships or finances, so tread gingerly with a sulky partner, an unreliable lover, a grumpy housemate, a frustrated family member or a cranky client. The more diplomatic you are, the less stressful the week will be.

AQUARIUS (JAN 21-FEB 19)

Restless Uranus and the fiery full moon boost your bohemian side and your adventurous nature. But avoid being too recklessly impulsive (especially on Friday) otherwise you could find yourself involved in an argument, accident, financial fiasco or domestic drama.

CANCER (JUN 22-JUL 23)

It’s full moon week. Time to connect with colleagues and clients at work, plus family and friends from within your local community. Other people are expecting you to come up with some clever ideas and solutions, so put on your thinking cap.

SCORPIO (OCT 24-NOV 22)

You’re keen to power ahead with a romantic relationship, a business partnership or a joint venture. But expect some disruptions as Uranus upsets the applecart. Don’t stress, Scorpio. Review your approach and reassess your plans.

PISCES (FEB 20-MAR 20)

You could be walking on a financial or communication tightrope this week. With the sun, Mars and the fiery full moon stirring up your money and intimacy zones, you’re primed for a spontaneous spending spree or a relationship glitch.

9. What is a gerund?

10. What was the brand of the first ever mobile phone?

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HINTERLAND IS LEADING THE REVIVAL

Hinterland property prices are booming as the Sunshine Coast undergoes a real estate revival. A host of inland localities are among the nation’s top growth suburbs from June to August.

Mapleton, Glenview, Mooloolah Valley, Palmview and Witta were just some of the hot spots, property experts at CoreLogic report.

Mapleton’s median value jumped 8.9 per cent to $904,653.

CoreLogic executive research director Tim Lawless believes prospective buyers are lining up for hinterland real estate, which is cheaper than on the coast, but there isn’t enough to go around, which pushed up prices.

“This area is showing extremely low levels of advertised supply, with listings 17 per cent lower than at the same time a year ago and 40 per cent below the decade average,” he says.

“The strength in the market looks to be a case of demand outweighing supply.”

Property prices on the Sunshine Coast, in general, have experienced an upward swing. The region was ranked sixth, among 108 in Australia, for value

growth during the past three months, with a gain of 1.6 per cent.

“The region has been recording a consistent rise in values over the past six months, since bottoming out in February,” Mr Lawless says.

“Sunshine Coast housing values are up 4.1 per cent since finding a floor but remain 9.6 per cent below the record high set in May last year.”

Mr Lawless says the region’s recent property surge is also due to high demand, fuelled by newcomers to the region, outstripping supply.

“Advertised supply levels remain very

tight across the Sunshine Coast region, trending lower through the year to date to be 40 per cent below the decade average,” he says. “At the same time, demand from internal migration remains strong, with the Regional Australia Institute noting the Sunshine Coast receives the largest share of net internal migration of any region nationally.”

Mr Lawless is unsure if hinterland property prices will continue to rise at the same pace in coming months.

“It’s unlikely growth rates will remain this high for long, simply due to affordability constraints becoming more

pronounced and demand deflecting to more affordable areas of the Coast,” he says.

“However, if advertised supply levels remain low relative to demand, it’s likely values are set to rise further from here.”

Mr Lawless expects property growth to increase slowly in the broader region.

“The growth trend looks entrenched across the Sunshine Coast but is no longer accelerating like we were seeing earlier in the recovery,” he says.

“Considering available supply generally remains low across the Coast and demand seems to be outweighing supply, it’s likely we will continue to see prices rising. The trend in listings will be a key factor to watch through spring and early summer. This is when listings activity is normally seasonally strong.

“We could see at least a partial rebalancing between supply and demand if listings rise substantially from their current levels.”

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40 Baroona Street, Wurtulla

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9 Curbarra Street, Buddina

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14 Escolar Drive, Mountain Creek

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17 Bedarra Circuit, Maroochydore

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1 Peatling Lane, Twin Waters

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90 Landershute Road, Palmwoods

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22 Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba

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52 Shamrock Place, Palmview

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60 Neerim Drive, Mooloolaba

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144/19A Wirraway Street, Alexandra Headland

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4 Tortola Place, Kawana Island

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18 Tommys Court, Buderim

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AUCTION THIS WEEKEND

16/82-86

River Esplanade, Mooloolaba

THE BONDOOLA PENTHOUSE

The first time offered to the market, the Bondoola Penthouse is an unparalleled masterpiece of true coastal living. Positioned on the prized north eastern position, boasting captivating view lines balanced with an abundance of natural light and livability, those that understand orientation will appreciate its significance.

This is the one you have been waiting for; we welcome the opportunity for you to elevate your lifestyle and enjoy every moment and experience life at its finest in this magnificent Mooloolaba penthouse. An address you will be proud to call home.

WHY WAIT?

PROPERTY FEATURES

• North Easterly aspect with 180 degree view panorama

• Over 300 sqm of living across one floor level

• Unbeatable wharf, harbour and ocean views

• High ceilings, natural light and luxury fixtures throughout

• Triple car accom plus workshop/storage of storage area for jetski

• Exclusive building of just 17 residences

• Inground pool and resident’s gym

• Easy stroll to all Mooloolaba has to offer

AUCTION 3 2 3 1

17/18 Edward Street, Alexandra Headland

• Penthouse facing NE with ocean views from Pt Cartwright to Noosa

• Kitchen with stone benchtops and top end European appliances

• High pitched ceilings provide an abundance of natural light

• 3 bedrooms plus study alcove, and luxurious bathrooms

• Private complex with rooftop pool & bbq area, gym & steam room

• Secure 3 car accom., plenty of storage & lift access to all levels

• Walk to Mooloolaba, close to Maroochydore CBD, 10 mins to airport

WHY WAIT?

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Candice Contencin 0412 880 084

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AUCTION THIS WEEKEND

34 Amigh Road, Landsborough

• Tranquil rural haven with endless possibilities

• 4-bed, 2-bath brick home on 6,500m2 land

• Eco-conscious with solar hot water and 3kw solar array

• Two 23,000 litre rainwater tanks

• Magnificent spring-fed dam, separate irrigation water tank

• Extensive equipment included: mowers, tools, and more

• 2km from Landsborough town for daily essentials

• Easy railway access, 20-30 minute drive to beaches

WHY WAIT?

4 2 2 6500

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42 Banfield Place, Maroochydore

• Set across three levels with a full floor master suite on the upper level

• Three separate living areas, with one on each floor

• Media room may suit music studio or 5th bedroom

• Practical & comfy bedroom layout with 3 way bathroom on 2nd level

• Master level includes full size lounge room, huge wardrobe area, luxurious bathroom and large balcony overlooking water and parkland

• Kitchen zone is designed for entertaining and includes butler’s pantry, hidden wash up area and direct access to garage

• Oversized 2 car garage with storage and room for rumpus area behind

WHY WAIT?

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1 Ocean Court, Shelly Beach

Discover the epitome of coastal living in this stunning beachside home blessed with magical ocean views in Caloundra’s most sought-after address just a few paces from the soft sands of Shelly Beach. To be sold at auction.

• Beautiful 4-bedroom plus study multi-level beachside home

• Ocean and beach views that can never be built out

• Open plan living area that spill onto the large north-east facing deck

• Generous rumpus with easy access to the sparkling in-ground pool

• Huge four car lock-up garage with plenty of storage space

• A short stroll to cafés, restaurants and the beach

AUCTION THIS WEEKEND

14 Edward Street, Alexandra Headland

• 5 bed, 2 bath plus 2 living zones

• Suitable for dual living on lower level

• Large multi-purpose room

• Highly progressive neighbourhood

• 12m height, high density zone

• Holiday home/income potential

• Key location high on Alexandra H/and

• Easy walk to Alex & Mooloolaba beach

WHY WAIT?

5 2 3 506

AUCTION THIS WEEKEND 5 3 3 1 742

36

Chelsea Crescent, Minyama

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Introducing an exciting lifestyle destination on Minyama’s superb waterways, perfectly crafted to cater to your family needs with a flawless design and immaculate presentation. Multiple living zones over both levels, 4 bedrooms plus study, entertainer’s kitchen, expansive poolside outdoor entertaining and over water deck ensure the best of canal living.

WHY WAIT?

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5/22-24 Meta Street, Mooloolaba

Residential living at its best! Whether it be your new home or holiday destination, few Mooloolaba apartments have a better layout, such generous size, a private courtyard plus balcony, lock-up garage and swimming pool. Beautifully presented with nothing to do other than enjoy its coastal feel enhanced by a floorplan near the size of 3 bedroom apartments.

WHY WAIT?

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26/42-56 River Esplanade, Mooloolaba

Introducing Penthouse Unit 26. This incredibly positioned apartment is a unique offering, with a roof terrace with a sweeping roofline, stunning Mooloolaba Marina views and outdoor kitchen, catering to year round bbq’s and celebrations. Open plan living zone, kitchen and balcony all share a stunning vista across the marina and river.

WHY WAIT?

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3/8 Levuka Avenue, Kings Beach

• Spacious open plan living area

•

Mercedes-Benz

• Fully furnished and ready to go

• Ducted air conditioning throughout

• Massive outdoor courtyard

• Resort style facilities

•

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Sat, 23 Sept, 3-3:30pm

WHY WAIT?

3 2 2

AUCTION

9 Charm Street, Palmview

This charming brand-new build has just been completed as of August 2023 by one of Sunshine Coast’s most reputable and quality builders; Ausmar Homes. Ready for the very first owners to move in and make it home, 9 Charm Street is equipped with nothing but the finest with an impeccably crafted interior that exudes elegance and comfort with strong street appeal.

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WHY WAIT?

4 2 2 313

AUCTION THIS WEEKEND

6A Martins Creek Road, Buderim

Nestled on a spacious 2,402m2 lot in absolute tranquillity, you will find this light-filled family oasis only moments away from the Buderim village. With ample room to accommodate even the largest of families, it offers the potential for dual living, courtesy of its two levels-each boasting living spaces, bedrooms, and abundant outdoor entertaining areas, an incredibly flat backyard, bordered by a picturesque backdrop.

WHY WAIT?

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Dallas Foster 0426 817 163

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4 3 2 1 2402

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Brodie Rodgers 0406 501 684

Jake Loiero 0448 000 933

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ISLAND-STYLE LIFE WITH ROOM TO RELAX

From page 35

This impressive home offers ample living, with multiple spaces to relax and enjoy the panoramic water views from almost every room. The purpose-built media room has tiered seating and an impressive 355cm screen. The home also boasts a custom executive home office, full gym with mirrored walls and a rumpus room with four custom-built bunks with storage. On the ground floor, the 3m high ceilings create a feeling of space and grandeur. The kitchen includes extensive dolomite benchtops and a high-quality multi-zone induction cooktop.

WHERE LUXURY MEETS PROGRESS –CONSTRUCTION BEGINS AT BIANCO –

Embarking on an extraordinary journey, B I A N C O, a visionary residential development overlooking the Pumicestone Passage, has now commenced construction. This architectural masterpiece, comprising 27 meticulously crafted residences spanning across 8 waterside levels, is set to redefine modern coastal luxury. With a Mediterranean-inspired aesthetic, B I A N C O seamlessly blends the allure of coastal design with cosmopolitan sophistication, inviting residents to indulge in a coveted Sunshine Coast lifestyle.

As construction progresses, these magnificent apartments, available in 2, 3, and 4-bedroom configurations, will showcase distinct styles that reflect the profound influence and unwavering passion behind their design. With panoramic vistas of the Pumicestone Passage, Bribie Island, and the Coral Sea, B I A N C O promises a transcendent living experience where impeccable craftsmanship harmonises with awe-inspiring natural beauty.

MARKET RESULTS

The Homestead

“Walking through this nearly hundred-year-old homestead,

Mid-Century on Burgess SOLD

areas that surround the actual home that

Russell 11 SOLD

Norfolk House SOLD

The Nest SOLD

The Bay House SOLD

Ship’s Way

Anchorage Seven SOLD

CONTEMPORARY, WITH ADDED GLAM

This impeccably designed home exudes contemporary allure, masterfully playing with light and space. Streamlined surfaces, a minimalist interior and classic polished concrete floors accentuate the finer details of this urban, glam-inspired dwelling. Nestled on cosmopolitan Kawana Island, with its expansive waterfront bike/walking trails and lush parks, and with charming cafes and restaurants just a stone’s throw away, this location is truly desirable. The home revolves around a captivating courtyard and an inviting in-ground pool.

Live poolside in the heart of this quiet leafy green complex of residential style units and be blissfully unaware of just how close you are to Duporth Avenue and the heart of the evolving Maroochy CBD.

Plenty of options to choose from with this property ranging from ample room for a family to settle in and enjoy; to comfortable spaces for a single couple having the freedom and room to invite guests; to accommodating an extended family scenario; or maybe even to operate an Air B&B downstairs just like the current owners have done.

FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY – SMALL ACREAGE HOME WITH AN ABUNDANCE OF SPACE!

8 Shady Grove, Tanawha

This substantial family home is situated in the leafy suburb of Tanawha, on a flat usable 1 acre block with ample space to move about. The floor plan is ideal and could accommodate a large family with an abundance of space both inside and outside. The home offers 5 bedrooms, multiple living rooms, a home office, casual and formal dining, plus a huge open plan kitchen with a butler’s pantry and much, much more. This property does need to be seen to be appreciated.

• 1 acre of flat usable land

• Private and peaceful

• Large shed

• Inground pool

• Abundance of shops nearby

• Close to excellent schools

543

Auction: Forthcoming Auction

Inspect: Saturday 23rd September 2-2:30pm

Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188

Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

1300 400 777 nextpropertygroup.com.au

MULTI-AWARD WINNING ‘BRITISH COLONIAL’ MASTERPIECE

1 Entrance Island, Bokarina

Located in the highly sought-after suburb of Bokarina, we are excited to introduce this exclusive and immaculate family home situated on the coveted ‘Entrance Island’. This impressive home offers ample living, with multiple spaces to relax and enjoy the stunning panoramic water views. There are 5 spacious bedrooms, a purpose-built media room with tiered seating and an impressive 140-inch screen, custom executive home office, full gym with mirrored walls and rumpus room with 4 custom-built bunks with storage. The luxurious outdoor covered entertaining area, with built-in BBQ, is a wonderful spa ce to sit and relax while enjoying time with friends or family. Cool off on those warm sunny days in the impressive inground swimming pool with glass edge and beautiful lake views. The four-car garage with epoxy flooring, offers an abundance of storage and space, while additional off -street parking behind electric gates will keep all your vehicles secure. Contact Richard or Loren today for a private tour.

• Award-winning build SX Constructions

• 833m2 under roof with 569m2 living

• Herringbone solid timber floors

• Multiple covered outdoor areas

• CCTV system for extra security

• Over 70 metres of water frontage

• 2000sqm of private land

• Community tennis court

• Ducted and zoned air conditioning

• Dual staircases

554

Price: For Sale

Inspect: Saturday 23rd September 12-12:30pm by prior appointment

Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188

Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

1300 400 777

nextpropertygroup.com.au

EXCEPTIONAL ‘NORTH FACING’ DEEPWATER MINYAMA HOME, WITH 34M FAN FRONTAGE

8 Island Court, Minyama

Nestled at the heart of Minyama’s prestigious waterfront enclave, 8 Island Court is a must see. Sprawled across a vast 872m of private north facing land with an expansive 34m fan frontage overlooking the pristine deep waterways of Minyama. Completely renovated throughout, this stunning home is modern with large open spaces all facing north to the deep water. The modern open plan kitchen offers waterfall stone benchtops with modern stainless-steel appliance and gas top cooking, a large separate living room off ers a comfortable space to sit, relax and enjoy all that is on offer. For families looking for separate space to hide away, there is a comfortable separate studio apartment with its own street access. A private 15m pontoon is available and ready to accommodate the most luxurious vessels, making it a boatie’s dream. This fantastic, rare blue-chip property will be sold on or before auction.

• 34m fan frontage

• Family home in a quiet cul-de-sac

• 15m private pontoon and jetty

• Ample space pool (plans available)

• Completely renovated

• Close to amenities

• Separate studio apartment

• 150m2 over water deck

• North facing

• First class location

• Wonderful family home

• Beaches nearby

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Auction: Saturday 21st October at 1pm Onsite

Inspect: Saturday 23rd September 1-1:30pm

Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188

Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

1300 400 777 nextpropertygroup.com.au

IN THE HEART OF THE ACTION

Live poolside at the ‘penthouse’ level in the heart of this quiet, leafy-green complex of residential-style units and townhouses. Be blissfully unaware of how close you are to Duporth Avenue and the Maroochydore CBD. Two outdoor entertainment zones and the pool provide incentive for fun times. Storage is plentiful, along with a double (side-by-side) lock-up garage and two visitors’ parks either side of the townhouse. Built in 2018, the design and finishes are still impressive, as are the body corporate fees, sitting about $4800 per annum. Location is key: walk across the road to Maroochy River or 10 minutes to the patrolled beach, then take a stroll to the Ocean Street entertainment and dining precinct.

THE WATERFRONT DREAM

30/81 DUPORTH AVENUE,

5 bed, 3 bath, 2 car

Offers above $849,000

Century 21 On Duporth

Jodie McDonell 0419 762 309

Making your way home to the exclusive Banfield precinct in Sunshine Cove at Maroochydore is always going to be a relaxing and intriguing experience. Surrounded by luxurious waterfront properties, purpose built to enjoy serene water views and punctuated by the waterway’s natural ecosystem, this is the lifestyle many people seek, right in the heart of Maroochydore. Overall, this home could be considered a rare find due to its size, versatility, waterfront location and array of luxurious features. It would offer a comfortable and stylish living environment for a family.

7/17

Bindaree Cres

OWNER COMMITTED TO SELL! - AUCTION THIS SUNDAY

• Approx 433m2 Mooloolaba Penthouse

• Easy stroll to iconic Mooloolaba beach

• Cafes and restaurants within walking distance

• Boutique complex with just 8 apartments

• Generous balconies with park & river views

• Air-conditioned and intercom access

• Secure 2 car basement parking & large lockup storage

• Access to sparkling inground pool

Price Auction @ Mercedes-Benz Sunday 24th Sep from 9am

Inspect By appointment only

in conjunction with Peter King Karen Jones 0408 798 346 0405 122 526

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4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Auction in room

Mercedes-Benz Sunshine Coast, September 24, at 9am

Ray White Mooloolaba 5444 3455

Steven Allen 0416 110 918

MAROOCHYDORE

BANFIELD PLACE, MAROOCHYDORE

4 Trinidad Place

KAWANA ISLAND

4 bed | 2 bath | 2 car

12 Silver-Gull Close

WURTULLA

4 bed | 2 bath | 2 car

• Contemporary, resort style 292m2 home on 620m2

• Skillion roof with soaring ceilings

• Sound proofed media room

• Stunning 45,000l magnesium pool

• Garden / pool shed & inground watering system

• 6.6kw (approx) solar

• Seemless indoor / outdoor flow to covered alfresco

• Minutes to Sunshine Coast University Hospital

• Easy stroll to Double Bay beach, shops and restaurants

Price Auction Onsite Sat 14th October @ 4.00pm

Inspect Sat 23rd September 11.15-11.45am Wed 27th September 5-5.30pm

Karen Jones 0405 122 526

• Metres to the pristine waters of Wurtulla beach

• Prime fully fenced 640m2 allotment

• 2 x Side access for the boat/van/trailer

• 3.5kwh (approx) Solar

• Covered alfresco

• Sparkling saltwater in-ground pool

• Quiet cul-de-sac position

• Minutes to Currimundi lake & environmental reserve

• Easy stroll to local shops, parks and public transport

Price Auction Onsite Sat 7th October @ 10.30am

Inspect Sat 23rd September 1.15 - 1.45pm

Karen Jones 0405 122 526

Elimbah, 2 Keith Street

The Ultimate Prestige Lifestyle Property

• Grand entrance, premium finishes, soaring ceilings, expansive living spaces

• Four spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms, and ample living areas

• Resort-style inground pool, a tennis court, and an abundance of space

• Situated on a generous corner lot

• Large kitchen integrates functionality and style

• Huge shed with work room/office, storage shed

• Security screens, electric gate, side access, security system

• Fully fenced & private, bitumen driveway with plenty of parking

Maroochydore, 33 Boongala Terrace

A Coastal Home With Serene Views

Discover your ideal family retreat in this impeccably maintained 4-bedroom residence, designed for effortless living. With spacious interiors, elevated vistas, and a focus on privacy, this home promises a luxurious coastal lifestyle for your entire family.

Palmview, 17 Sienna Crescent

Relaxed, Convenient Family Living

Experience relaxed and convenient family living in impeccable style with this ideally situated single-level home in the soughtafter Palmview neighbourhood. Surrounded by lush green spaces and top-notch amenities. Modern, low maintenance design.

QUALITY AT THE FORE OF BUSINESS

Property firm’s boutique marketing approach to each home highlights individuality

Tristan Kurz is a familiar name on the Sunshine Coast. The prominent businessman and long-time supporter of the local community joined his family’s prestigious automotive business Coastline BMW in 2005, eventually running it until it sold in 2017. Despite his family background and success at the helm of its business, Tristan says he always had a love of property.

“Even as a kid, I was fascinated by property. When we sold the family business, I just knew I would somehow end up in the real estate industry,” he says.

Not one to shy away from following his dreams, Tristan partnered with seasoned real estate professional Carly Nazer and with the assistance of leading real estate photographer, Cade Mooney, launched Nazer Kurz Real Estate – a Caloundra-based agency that has already achieved over $30 million in contracts, servicing all areas of the Sunshine Coast.

“I could not have achieved this success without Carly,” Tristan says. “Carly started working in real estate at the age of 15 while she was still at high school. She has such a strong background in

administration and property management, and she has a genuine love for the aesthetic and attention to detail. She has added a creative flair to the brand that I simply could not have done myself.”

Their ethos is simple: To achieve the ultimate price in the most cost-effective and stress-free manner. And for Tristan and Carly, it all comes down to hard work, creative thinking and an unwavering pursuit of providing a quality experience from start to finish.

“For me, the most important thing in real estate is the marketing,” says Tristan. “If you bring across all the emotion that property carries, you are going to attract more people.

“At the end of the day, that means more people will come through the property, which means more offers.

“I know that sounds so simple, but sometimes that execution can be so hard. If you get that right, you are going to achieve a great outcome for the seller.”

And while it’s one thing to have a beautiful property to sell, Tristan says it is important to create content for each campaign that embodies what that particular property is about.

The stunning video presentations on each property are testament to their outstanding attention to detail and passion to tell the story behind the home.

“We wanted to take it to another level,” Tristan says. “We build a standalone website for every single listing that we do. We have different signage for every listing. The quality of our invitations to open homes and the effort we put into our photos and our film is all the highest quality. We just love to sell beautiful houses. It doesn’t matter if it’s $600,000 or $6 million, it’s all about marketing the property with individuality and quality.”

UNRIVALLED OPULENCE ON DOUBLE BAY

Be the first to view this unrivalled contemporary architectural masterpiece at Azure on Double Bay. Spanning across three opulent stories, this exquisite townhouse located on the prestigious Kawana Island, overlooks Double Bay sandy beaches and its restaurant, tapas bar and conveniences.

Level One – Ground Floor fully self-contained bedroom living accommodation and double garage with remote controlled double door.

Level Two – First Floor expansive open plan living with endless living area, luxe designer kitchen (with breakfast bar) and separate dining space. This living space opens onto generous al fresco balconies on two sides, adding to the overall living experience.

Level Three – Second Floor bedroom retreat with grand master bedroom, extensive ensuite and walk-in robe and private viewing balcony. Two additional family sized bedrooms, each with separate balconies, and family sized bathroom completes the picture. Within this secure gated complex of owner occupiers, community facilities include heated pool and spa as well as sheltered BBQ facilities.

From this central location the property links via canal board walks and pathways to the Kawana Shopping World and Warana Beach. Convenient to Kawana Way, the Birtinya medical precinct is nearby, as is all the Sunshine Coast facilities including the university and all major private and public schools.

INSPECT Saturday 23rd September 3-3:30pm

FIRST NATIONAL CAROLANS 5441 1344 WARREN NONMUS 0431 210 348 warren@carolans.net www.carolans.net

Carly Nazer

Tristan Kurz

We put you first

WHY WAIT – DOWNSIZE IN STYLE!

MINYAMA, 203/11 Nicklin Way

3 2 1 + Resort Style Facilities

This North facing three-bedroom waterfront apartment on the 2nd floor offers a relaxed and convenient lifestyle, boasting sensational views over Jessica Haven Basin that will captivate you. As you step into the tiled open plan dining and living areas, natural light floods in through the large picture windows, showcasing the glorious setting.

The stylish kitchen with granite benches, a dishwasher and a breakfast bar extends seamlessly to the balcony, creating a perfect space for entertaining while watching the ever-changing vista.

Nestled in the heart of Minyama, this lovely apartment offers easy access to a wealth of amenities, including Kawana Shoppingworld, cinemas, restaurants and cafes, medical suites, and public transport, all within a short walking distance - truly an unbeatable location.

The complex offers an array of resort-style facilities with a 25m lap pool, relaxing free-form pool, spa, sauna, shower, and BBQ area to gather with family and friends. A must inspect where you will be surprised how whisper quiet this complex is despite the Nicklin Way address.

Inspect Saturday 23rd September from 11:30 am – 12 noon

Price $1,280,000

Contact Trevor Martin 0400 818 777 or 07 5444 4444

PERFECT WATERFRONT ESCAPE

TRANQUIL WATERFRONT LIVING

www.waterfrontagents.com.au

MINYAMA, 2 Jessica Boulevard

5 2.5 3 + Pool & Pontoon

Elevate your lifestyle with this inviting waterfront residence featuring a spacious master downstairs with water views, formal and informal living and dining areas, a well-appointed kitchen that leads to a covered entertainment area, an infinity-edge pool, 21m wide frontage, and a pontoon with safe ocean access. There is ample offstreet parking, space for a caravan, triple garaging and good storage.

Inspect By Appointment – Contact Trevor

Price $3,300,000

Contact Trevor Martin 0400 818 777 or 07 5444 4444

MINYAMA, 28 Jessica Boulevard

4 2 2 + Pool & Pontoon

This two-storey sanctuary is nestled in a picturesque location on the deep waterfront, providing versatile living options to suit your family’s needs. With glorious water views to wake up to and bedrooms thoughtfully located on both levels, the open plan layout accentuates the waterfront with bi-fold doors to blend indoor and outdoor spaces, allowing you to make the most of the fantastic waterfront lifestyle.

Inspect By appointment – Contact Trevor

Price Offers over $2,600,000

Contact Trevor Martin 0400 818 777 or 07 5444 4444

Trevor &

Glenys

Martin 0400 818 777 or 07 5444 4444 4/15 NICKLIN WAY, MINYAMA

AUCTION RESULTS

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

269 DIAMOND VALLEY ROAD, DIAMOND VALLEY

Passed in at $2,100,000

5 bed, 4 bath, 4 car, pool

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

10 DEEJAY STREET, MAROOCHYDORE

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $770,000

3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car

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

2 NAGARI PLACE, WARANA

Passed in at $1,700,000 – contact agent

3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, pool

Ray White, John Bartsch and Adam Budd, 0407 637 717 / 0411 808 595

21 MURRAY GREY DRIVE, KUREELPA

Passed in at $ 1,050,000 – contact agent

4 bed, 2 bath, 4 car

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

331 BRADMAN AVENUE, MAROOCHYDORE

Passed in at $950,00 and now on the market for $1,000,000

4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White, Dan McNamara, 0458 010 889

MARKET TRACKER

Properties recently sold on the Coast:

20 TRIBULATION CIRCUIT, BUDERIM

$1,432,500 / 5 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, 1 pool

Grant Smith, 0410 21 21 21

26A SUTHERLAND STREET, BUDERIM

$925,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 3 car

Grant Smith, 0410 21 21 21

4 FARLEY STREET, BARINGA

$600,000 / 3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car

Aura Property Sunshine Coast

Kingsley Ellmer

UNIT 189/6 FANTAIL PLACE, WURTULLA

$612,000 / 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car

Ray White Caloundra, Andrew Garland

3 HANWELL COURT, LITTLE MOUNTAIN

$721,000 / 3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car

Ray White Caloundra, Thomas Garland

77/31 NORTH STREET, CALOUNDRA

$590,000 / 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car

Ray White Caloundra, Julie Shirvington

25 ADELAIDE CIRCUIT, BARINGA

$710,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Grant Smith 0410 21 21 21

20 HIGHCLARE COURT, LITTLE MOUNTAIN

$875,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White Caloundra, Tom Garland

4 BLUE HAVEN COURT, BOKARINA

$2,500,000 / 5 bed, 3 bath, 2 car

Next Property Group, Richard Scrivener/Loren

Wimhurst

52 BLAXLAND STREET, GOLDEN BEACH

$1,290,500 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White Caloundra, Ray Daniels/Linda Daniels

6 WAVELL AVENUE, GOLDEN BEACH

$1,000,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 1 car

Ray White Caloundra, Natascha Drexel-Munro/ Carola Drexel

UNIT 8/55 CAPRICORN CRESCENT, MERIDAN PLAINS

$520,000 / 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car

Ray White Caloundra, Natascha Drexel-Munro/ Carola Drexel

UNIT 3/17 SECOND AVENUE, CALOUNDRA

$695,000 / 3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car

Ray White Caloundra, Natascha Drexel-Munro/ Carola Drexel

16 OSBORNE CIRCUIT, MAROOCHYDORE

$1,640,000 / 4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car

Next Property Group, Courtney Paterson

20 HIGHCLARE COURT, LITTLE MOUNTAIN

$875,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White Caloundra, Tom Garland

52 BLAXLAND STREET, GOLDEN BEACH

$1,290,500 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White Caloundra, Ray Daniels/Linda Daniels

*As supplied by contributing real estate agencies

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

PRIVATE ROOF TERRACE

Enjoy breathtaking ocean views to Noosa from your private rooftop terrace. Another stand-out feature is the heated pool, allowing a refreshing swim no matter the weather. With solar panels in place, you can indulge in this luxury without worrying about energy bills. Inside, you’ll find all the modern comforts, including dual-zone air-conditioning and heated bathroom flooring and towel rails. The Australian-made Astra Walker brushednickel tapware and toilets, along with custom-made basins and vanities, add touches of sophistication.

4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car

For sale

Home Sunshine Coast 0499 466 372

Jay Sherwell 0434 552 025

Kate Jewry 0404 817 916

6 JANET STREET, ALEXANDRA HEADLAND

2-GO Clear-Space!!

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with MWP’s man in the water

Righto peeps. I think I may have the worst surf in my 35 years-plus last week after a long-time friend suggested it was getting better.

7.30pm Spicks And Specks. (PG) 8.00 You Can’t Ask That. (M)

8.35 Louis Theroux: Drinking To Oblivion. (M) 9.35 Louis Theroux: Transgender Kids. (M) 10.35 Vera. (M)

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Man, it was wonkier than Charlie’s chocolate factory and the surf direction from the East made it even worse.

To compound my angst I was on a brand new board and it is bad juju to surf bad waves with a new board. Truly awful, but it is what it is.

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