My Weekly Preview Issue 777. October 5, 2023

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This Friday marks the beginning of Queensland Mental Health Week. And while mental health is a year-round concern, it serves as a reminder about the importance of mental wellbeing and sparks conversations that reduce stigma and encourage people to seek help when needed.

In this issue, journalist Lucinda Dean delves into the multifaceted aspects of youth mental health in particular and shares some great advice from those in the community who are making a big difference to the lives of our younger generation. Turn to page 12 for the full story.

Also in this edition, our seven-page health and wellness feature is packed with all the latest news and advice from the experts. Plus, we bring you right up to date on all your local news as well as what’s on across our wonderful region.

We hope you enjoy this edition of My Weekly Preview and look forward to bringing you another great read next week.

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TREASURER RULES OUT ANY RELIEF FROM PETROL PRICE PAIN

Motorists should not expect intervention from the federal government to ease the fresh round of petrol price pain, the Treasurer says.

Fuel prices rose 9.1 per cent in August and were also up 13.9 per cent over the past year, which contributed to a rise in overall inflation for the month from 4.9 per cent to 5.2 per cent.

The first rise in monthly inflation in four months has stoked fears the Reserve Bank could look to raise interest rates further.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says that while petrol prices have risen, measures such as cutting the fuel excise as a way to lower costs is not on the cards.

“We’re doing (cost of living relief) in a way that takes some of the edge off inflation rather than adding to it,” Dr Chalmers has told ABC Radio.

“Petrol prices have come up. That’s largely a consequence of a global shortfall. The oil producers have cut back, and when they do that, there are issues with supply and that pushes the price up.”

The fuel excise tax was temporarily halved last year under the former coalition government when the war in Ukraine and supply chain disruptions sent petrol prices soaring. The full tax has since been reinstated.

Despite the uptick in the monthly consumer price index, the Treasurer said it was a “slightly more encouraging picture” when volatile items were stripped out.

“Inflation is moderating overall. We’ll get these bumpy and lumpy figures month to month from time to time, but it’s moderating overall,” he says.

AMP economist Shane Oliver says the broad trend in inflation is down but there is still a long way to go to get price pressure under control.

He says underlying measures and services inflation are proving hard to budge.

The Reserve Bank is likely to hold at the October interest rate meeting, the economist has told Sky News, so it can wait for the September quarter inflation numbers.

“Now we think that the cash rate is probably at its peak, but I have to say the risk of another rate hike is still very high, probably around 35 per cent or thereabouts,” he says.

Two million electric and hybrid vehicles are expected to hit Australian roads over the next year after research showed more consumers were planning to ditch their petrol cars. Almost two-in-five vehicles purchased in the next 12 months could be for low-emission cars, the study reports, with a almost equal split between battery electric and hybrid models.

The results from a Finder survey of more than 1000 Australians come after a year of record-breaking electric vehicle sales, and as high petrol prices add to inflation.

The new research found 25 per cent of Australians planned to buy a car in the coming year, and 39 per cent of that group intended to choose low-emissions vehicles.

Finder innovation and insurance expert Gary Hunter says the results show the popularity of electric vehicles will continue to grow and that attitudes towards their use has changed.

Mr Hunter says 18 per cent of people intending to buy a car in the next year will look for an electric vehicle, while 21 per cent will shop for a hybrid car. Just six per cent say they will seek a diesel model.

“The tide has finally turned,” he says.

“Australia has been slower to adopt electric vehicles than other countries, partly because of its size and partly because of social and political reasons, but this next 12 months could be the period in which we catch up with countries like the New Zealand and get closer to the UK.”

Hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles made up 17.8 per cent of new car sales in August, with 19,681 sold the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries reports – a rise of more than 8000 compared to August 2022. – AAP.

Oil producers cutting back supply is seen as cause of current high prices. WORDS: AAP.

HIGH FUEL COSTS DRIVING AUSSIES’ INTEREST IN ELECTRIC AND HYBRID CARS

Zombie fungus Did you know?

If a child’s entire circulatory system –veins, arteries and capillaries – were laid out flat, it would stretch for more than 100,000 kilometres, the Franklin Institute reports. By the time we reach adulthood, our bodies have become home to about 160,000 kilometres of blood vessels.

By the numbers

Do you remember?

The world’s first animated feature film was made in Argentina. Even if you know plenty of Disney trivia, you might assume that the honour of first animated feature film belongs to Walt Disney’s 1937 movie Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. But 20 years earlier, a full-length animated feature film was made in Argentina. It was a political satire called El Apóstol, made up of 58,000 drawings. It had a running time of 70 minutes, The Guinness Book of World Records states.

Today in history – October 5

1947 – First televised presidential speech in the United States is witnessed. Harry Truman, the 33rd President of the US, called on Americans to use less grain to help Europe which was still reeling from the effects of World War II. He asked people to avoid eating meat on Tuesdays and eggs and poultry on Thursdays, and to consume one less slice of bread every day.

Quote of the week

200 million

Humans

7641

Some fungi create zombies, then control their minds. The tropical fungus Ophiocordyceps infects ants’ central nervous systems. Once it has been in an insect’s body for nine days, it has complete control over the host’s movements. National Geographic reports that the fungus forces the ant to climb trees, then convulse and fall into the cool, moist soil below, where fungi thrive. Once there, the fungus waits until solar noon to force the ant to bite a leaf and wait for death. To

1962 – James Bond makes his theatrical debut. The fictional British spy with the code name 007 was featured on the big screen for the first time in Dr. No. Based on the 1958 Ian Fleming novel of the same name, the movie starred Sean Connery as James Bond.

1969 – Monty Python’s Flying Circus makes its debut. The British sketch comedy series lasted for a year on the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). The show was a commentary on daily life in Britain.

Word of the day

Lionise

“Learn as if you will live forever; live like you will die tomorrow.”

– Mahatma Gandhi, political/spiritual leader

Sudan has 255 pyramids, which is more than any country – even Egypt.

The Philippines consists of 7641 islands.

shed 200 million skin cells each hour.

A WALK IN SOMEONE ELSE’S SHOES

A charity event helps people connect and start the conversation about mental health. Words: Lucinda Dean.

Did you know that more than two-in-five Australians aged 16-85 years (that’s 43.7 per cent of the population or 8.6 million people) experience some sort of mental disorder in their lifetime? And yet ,many suffer in silence because of the stigma and prejudice that still dogs mental illness.

It’s Queensland Mental Health Week (October 7-15). The week aims to raise community awareness and understanding of mental health and wellbeing and reduce the stigma and discrimination associated with mental health conditions.

The theme for 2023 is: ‘Awareness, Belonging, Connection’, which reflects the important factors that help people maintain positive mental health and wellbeing. It is about connecting with the people in our lives and creating space for healthy conversations.

This Sunday’s (October 8) Lift the Lid Walk for Mental Health from Mooloolaba Surf Club to Maroochydore Surf Club and back is an opportunity for the Sunshine Coast community to truly embrace this theme.

The idea for the walk, now in its eighth year, originated with Mooloolaba Rotarian and passionate mental health advocate Vicki Stewart. “Mental Health is one of the

biggest social issues we are facing today,” Vicki says.

“The volume of calls to support systems like Kids Helpline has gone through the roof, and suicide rates of our younger generation are at record levels.”

The inspiration for the event, which is now in 27 locations across Australia (and

growing), came to Vicki one day when she was driving down Buderim Avenue and saw a large group of people donned in pink –tutus, bras and balloons – to raise awareness for breast cancer.

“There are so many awareness and fundraising days for cancer but mental health is not an easy thing to talk about,” Vicki says.

“But it truly does affect every single person in some way: personal, a family member, friend, work colleague etc ... but it’s not talked about.

“I felt we have to do something to make it easier to discuss. If you have the flu, people bring you chicken soup. But if you’re suffering from mental illness, they don’t know what to say, so say nothing, which isolates the sufferers even more.

“We have to make it easier for people to talk about this huge issue. The suicide rate in this country is the highest it’s ever been.”

Suicide is the leading cause of death for Australians aged between 15 and 44.

Eight people take their lives every day in Australia. Disturbingly, there is an attempted suicide every eight minutes.

Australian Rotary Health (ARH) will channel the funds raised by the walk into research on mental health.

LIFT THE LID WALK FOR MENTAL HEALTH

When: Starts 8am on Sunday, October 8.

Where: A social walk-and-talk event from Mooloolaba Surf Club to Maroochydore Surf Club and back. Participants have the option to turn around at Alex Surf Club.

Cost: Adults $30, children under-15 free. Every adult participant will receive an event T-shirt. Children’s T-shirts can be purchased via the ticket website.

Register: Online at liftthelidwalk.com or from 7am on the day. Credit card facilities are available.

This community event is one of the Coast’s best walks from Mooloolaba Surf Club to Maroochydore (or Alex) and return. Head along if you have been impacted by, or care about, mental health. Dogs are also welcome.

“The volume of calls to support systems like Kids Helpline has gone through the roof”

Vicki Stewart

“It’s only by research that we’ll be able to find out why it’s getting so bad,” Vicki says.

This year, ARH is focusing research on the mental health of children aged up to 12 years old. COVID has been a huge issue and now we have children as young as five attempting self-harm. If we can help them at this age, we’re going to make a huge difference.”

House of Hope, Woombye, is a charity helping people with eating disorders. It was founded seven years ago by Mark Forbes and his wife Gay.

Mark says that in the time House of Hope has been operational, the age of its participants has fallen time and again.

“At the moment, we’re working with boys as young as seven who are showing signs of an eating disorder,” Mark says.

“One boy’s dad relayed his concerns to me that his seven-year-old son had related success to having a six-pack stomach. The kid said: ‘I want to get a six-pack stomach so I’m going to eat less because that’s what I need to do to succeed’.”

Mark says early intervention is critical to turning around an eating disorder.

That’s something he and Gay understand firsthand. For 25 years, the couple grappled with their two daughters’ eating disorders.

“It (the disorder) was in our family for a couple of years before we even knew it was there,” Mark says. “And by then, the eating disorder had got its claws in and then it becomes so much harder to shift.

“So, early intervention is key.”

Seven years ago, the couple started opening their Buddina home to parents and carers of children with eating disorders every fortnight.

“We quickly realised everyone had the same issue. There wasn’t a specific eating disorder residential facility in Australia,” Mark says.

The couple built Australia’s first live-in residential eating disorder facility at Mooloolah Valley, which is now called Wandi Nerida and is operated by the

Butterfly Foundation.

While they were building that facility, they knew they’d need a transitional step-up/step-down support facility. So, three years ago, they opened House of Hope at West Woombye. It’s staffed by eight lived-experienced young women, some whom are also counsellors or qualified in other therapeutic modalities such as art, yoga, music or dance. Psychologists also use the space and offer counselling services to participants.

Mark calls it a ‘preventative space’ because participants come to them while they’re on the waitlist for residential care, or they realise the cost of residential care and can’t afford it.

“Quite often, we give them enough support that they decide they don’t need the residential after all, because they’re getting enough support at House of Hope,” he says. “That’s a fantastic outcome for what we deliver.”

Mark says that what makes House of Hope unique is having lived-experience staff who can entirely relate to their participants. The idea is based on best practice in the US.

“We’ve had kids arrive at House of Hope and not get out of the car. One of our girls will approach them and say, ‘It’s good that you’re here’. The next time they’ll get out of the car and go in the house. It’s a slow process.”

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HOW HORSES SHOW KIDS WHO THEY TRULY ARE

Helen Sorenson started her equine therapy service at Hunchy 20 years ago, after training in the US and Canada.

A horsewoman and qualified counsellor, Helen and her Equine Alliance horses work with children who are on the autism spectrum, experience anxiety, have been bullied, or come from trauma and abuse backgrounds.

Helen says horses are very good at helping children to self-regulate because they are very grounded animals. Horses are masters at reading body language and are very good at feeling shifts of energy because as prey animals, they gauge their risk by seeking congruency and trust.

“Because they (horses) respond very subtly to any shift in our energy and because of their ability to read body language, what they do is, they externalise what’s going on internally for people,” Helen says. “In a therapeutic setting, it’s very common for people to say: ‘That horse reminds me of me’ or ‘I’ve got a relative like that’.”

Helen says the counsellor often plays a very minor role.

“Sometimes a person will stand with a horse and say very little to us, but you see such huge shifts in them and it’s because what’s going on for them emotionally is being processed through the horse. As a

result, you can see the horse change and the person change.”

Helen explains that horses are particularly adept at helping people process trauma – partly because horses are non-judgmental and accepting.

“So, when a child, who has been burdened with all the labels of their behaviours, stands before a horse, the horse looks at them and goes, ‘That’s not who you are’,” she says.

“It’s very empowering for a child, then, to start seeing themselves through the eyes of a horse.”

Helen says horses are grounded in the moment. They don’t bounce from the past to the future like we do. For kids with anxiety, witnessing a horse come into a state of anxiety and then be able to get out of it in a heartbeat is self-regulating behaviour, which they learn from horses.

Helen says her aim is to give children skills they can carry with them in life.

“Sometimes children go back into (home/school) situations that we know may not be conducive to change, but when they’re here, you see them as they want to be. The best you can do sometimes is plant that seed and when their life situation changes, then they can let that nurture part grow.”

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CEOs tackle housing shortage

The Sunshine Coast Business Council and Regional Development Australia hosted a corporate luncheon recently to discuss housing strategies. Important topics – including housing availability and affordability and the accommodation shortage for renters, tourists and those who find themselves homeless – were on the agenda.

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A HEALTHY REMINDER

From a case of the hiccups to sunburn, astonishing data reveals which non-urgent conditions are clogging up emergency departments at Sunshine Coast hospitals.

The region’s hospitals have seen 8127 Category 5 patients present to emergency departments (EDs) in six months, Queensland Health figures show.

More patients are turning to seeking hospital treatment for conditions including urinary tract infections (UTI), in-grown toenails and ear or throat infections that could be treated elsewhere.

The figures come amid revelations that May 2023 was the worst month for ambulance ramping in recorded history,

causing paramedics to waste thousands of hours outside Queensland hospitals.

On the Sunshine Coast, a crucial 764 hours were lost that month. In total, more than 3890 hours were lost locally between January and June 2023, or 22 hours per day.

Health professionals are reminding patients that accessing treatment from GPs, pharmacies, satellite hospitals or urgent care clinics will help keep EDs available for emergencies.

“Our hospital emergency departments are facing unprecedented demand, with more ED presentations than ever before,” Minister for Health Shannon Fentiman says.

“Last financial year, Queensland EDs

From 2022 through to April 2023, Queensland hospital emergency departments saw:

• 36,911 presentations for a UTI

• 28,064 presentations for attention to surgical dresses and stitches

• 11,995 presentations for an ear infection

• 6662 requests for repeat medication prescriptions

• 3764 requests for a medical certificate

• 1056 presentations for an in-grown toenail

• 280 presentations for sunburn

• 79 presentations for hiccups.

saw over 100 presentations every single day for a UTI.

“These are not the kinds of emergency conditions our EDs are designed to treat.”

Queensland Health data shows 53,804 patients presented to Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service’s EDs in the April, May and June 2023 quarter.

The local hospital and health service covers Caloundra, Gympie, Maleny, Nambour and Sunshine Coast University hospitals.

Ms Fentiman says all 317 Category 1 patients – the most urgent cases – were seen by a clinician within two minutes of arriving at Sunshine Coast EDs. And 74 per

cent of all cases were seen within clinically recommended times.

“I want to thank our hardworking frontline health staff, who have ensured that 100 per cent of the most serious presentations were seen within two minutes, despite this demand,” she says.

Sunshine Coast Health chief executive Dr Peter Gillies says there are other options for residents seeking medical care.

“There are a range of alternative services available for those with lessurgent conditions, including our Caloundra Minor Injury and Illness Clinic,” Dr Gillies says.“We will never refuse care but I encourage everyone to find out the alternative urgent healthcare options available to them to ensure our EDs can be prioritised for seriously ill and injured patients.”

If you are unsure if you should attend the ED, call 13 HEALTH or your GP.

A $2.8 million upgrade is underway at the 103-year-old Maleny Soldiers Memorial Hospital. Some ward beds and patients will be temporarily relocated to Nambour General Hospital during the revamp, which includes external and internal infrastructure improvements. The emergency department and specialist outpatients will remain open for the duration of the works.

Toenails, hiccups and sunburn are clogging up emergency departments, to the detriment of seriously ill patients. Words Caitlin Zerafa.

THE CLASS OF 2023

Hundreds of hours of study and hard work have paid off for students who were celebrated at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) spring graduation ceremonies.

Held last week at UniSC’s Sippy Downs campus, the graduations represented each student’s commitment to a better future for themselves, their communities and further afield. Among those receiving degrees was Bachelor of Counselling graduate James Hill, who earned the top graduate award: the Chancellor’s Medal.

Mr Hill (pictured), who volunteers with Beyond Blue and the UniSC Thompson Institute among others, was recognised for his award-winning and wide-ranging mental health advocacy, as well as his academic achievements.

“I share my own lived experience with severe mental illness because I want to help reduce suicide rates on the Coast and around the world,” Mr Hill says.

He works in a mental health advocate position he helped develop at Energy Queensland to reduce stigma in the electricity industry. The 46-year-old, whose

approach to mental health promotion challenges traditional notions of masculinity and suffering, says he is extremely proud of his grade point average of 6.21 out of 7.

“I left school in Year 11 with poor grades and lived with undiagnosed ADHD until 2020,” he says. “Study has always been difficult … (but) I now have a deeper understanding of how to apply my experiences and skills to help others.”

Other graduates include a proud mum from Nambour preparing to make a career change to bone science.

Ruth Duong, 39, graduated with a Bachelor of Biomedical Science and a University Medal for Academic Excellence (GPA of at least 6.8 out of 7). She is now studying towards an Honours degree in medical science, with a focus on bone biology – particularly early-onset osteoporosis in Down syndrome, using a human stem cell model.

UniSC Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Helen Bartlett congratulates the graduates for their successes and reflects on the resilience of the cohort – most of whom began three-year degrees during COVID-19.

UniSC’s spring graduation ceremonies have highlighted the cohort’s mental strength and resilience to succeed.

THE SURVIVOR WHO FOUND GIFTS IN CANCER

WORDS: Kelsi Davis.

Most young adults spend their 18th birthday at the pub, celebrating their attainment of adulthood with family and friends. Laughs are had, stories are told and, typically, too many drinks are had.

Molly Dawson didn’t get to experience this traditional Aussie custom, however. By the time she turned 18, Molly

had been in and out of hospital, receiving chemotherapy and radiation treatments for six months.

Diagnosed in April 2019 with Hodgkin lymphoma at age 17, Molly felt as if death was knocking at her door.

September was globally recognised as Lymphoma Awareness Month. Molly is one of 600 Australians who are diagnosed annually with Hodgkin lymphoma, which has a 93 per cent survival rate.

Her desire to follow in her mother’s footsteps into a modelling career was slipping through her fingers. She lost her hair and her health, and spent countless days, including her 18th birthday, sick from the radiation and chemotherapy. Cancer forced her to sit on the sideline while she watched her peers attend social events and achieve milestones they took for granted.

“I had to push through intense physical pain and emotional turmoil ... I had to make sacrifices that no teenager should ever have to make,” Molly says.

Forced to travel from her hometown of Bundaberg to receive treatment for the cancer, Molly spent the majority of 2019 at the Royal Brisbane Hospital.

“The news of my diagnosis hit me like a ton of bricks ... undergoing treatment felt like a death sentence,” she says.

From the driver’s seat to the side of her hospital bed, Molly had her mum’s hand to hold throughout the gruelling journey. Shortly following her 18th birthday, after a year of chemotherapy, radiation treatments and countless trips and overnight stays in hospital rooms smelling of sanitiser and chemicals, Molly was declared cancer-free.

“I summoned every ounce of courage and strength I had to fight back,” she says.

“I emerged from the darkness of cancer treatment with a newfound appreciation for life, a deeper sense of empathy and compassion for others. I had overcome the impossible, and nothing could ever take that away from me.”

Four years after diagnosis and three years cancer-free, Molly is a proud survivor. She works intermittently with Cancer Council and Lifeblood, and has also been an ambassador for Canteen Australia, National Youth Cancer, Sony Foundation Australia, and countless similar charities and organisations. She is often seen on podiums, sharing her journey and reaching out to Australians who are suffering or have suffered from cancer. Her survival is a beacon of hope to other patients to keep fighting.

Although Molly’s hair grew back and her beauty shines inside and out, she decided against a future in modelling and chose a career on the other side of the camera. The 22-year-old moved to the Sunshine Coast last year and now works for Australia Zoo as a wildlife photographer.

She walks through the gates of Australia’s most-famous zoo every day with a smile. She says she feels an immense passion for her job where no day is like the one before.

So, it comes as no surprise that Molly’s childhood hero was Steve Irwin. The Aussie legend has been an inspiration to Molly throughout her lifetime.

“The enthusiasm of my colleagues, the happiness of the patrons and the joy the animals give me make me a proud wildlife warrior,” she says.

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A young Coast wildlife photographer has found a new focus in life after being diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma.

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FASHIONABLY YOURS

much-anticipated spring fashion show is poised to return with a coastal theme, for a good cause. Buderim Foundation’s Colour of Buderim Spring Fashion Parade will take place on October 22, raising money for community

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“It is such a great event and a chance to dress up, see the latest fashions and enjoy some sumptuous savouries with friends,” she says.

“The show catwalk will feature fashions with a coastal vibe for men and women, and – in a first for the event –the show catwalk will feature fashions from select boutiques from Buderim and beyond.

“In addition to the parade, the Sunshine Coast Grammar School String Quartet will be providing a relaxing accompaniment, and there will be a very special raffle with a treasure trove of luxe prizes, all donated thanks to the generosity of fantastic local businesses.”

The show’s theme is ‘Spring Splendour’ and will include special guest hosts Rosanna Natoli and Todd Kelly.

Ms Natoli says she cannot wait to host the event.

“It’s always such a great afternoon and this time I’m bringing local Todd Kelly with me,” she says.

“He will be offering a very lively and tongue-in-cheek take on the world of fashion.”

Proceeds from the event will assist Buderim Foundation in continuing to support locals.

The foundation provides grants to community organisations in the Buderim area and, through its Thompson Charitable Fund, to people suffering financial hardship on the Sunshine Coast.

The Colour of Buderim Spring Fashion Parade will take place at the Buderim War Memorial Hall on Sunday, October 22, from 2pm. Tickets are available via buderimfoundation.org.au.

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organisations and locals doing it tough. Buderim Foundation events committee chair Sandra Jeffries says the show, in its fourth year, is always a sell-out.Maroochy Private Hospital

State-of-the-art medical and teaching facilities are promised as construction begins on a $100 million private hospital in the new Maroochydore City Centre.

The University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) and global orthopaedic leader Medacta will be key tenants in the 10-storey Maroochy Private Hospital, which aims to provide a comprehensive health ecosystem with a focus on musculoskeletal conditions.

Located on Mundoo Boulevard, the private hospital is the latest construction project underway in the rapidly expanding Maroochydore City Centre.

Offering surgical specialties, ancillary healthcare services, pain management, sports medicine and allied health, the hospital will also serve as a hub for education, research and clinical care.

UniSC Vice-Chancellor Helen Bartlett says the hospital will provide opportunities for students and researchers in medical science, occupational therapy, health science and nursing and other allied health programs.

Construction is due for completion by the end of 2025.

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FROM THE MAYOR

Hello everyone, I recently had the pleasure of launching the region’s largest public architecture and design festival: Sunshine Coast Open House.

I was joined by the Queensland Governor, Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM, at our very own Sunshine Coast City Hall, ahead of the Open House weekend on October 21 and 22.

This wonderful public event offers rare, behind-the-scenes tours, talks and special experiences, including a paint and sip class in a charming Queenslander and students becoming an “architect for a day’’.

Sunshine Coast design celebrates the region’s unique history and architecture with built form that considers the local climate, prioritises indooroutdoor living and maximises living within the landscape.

The Sunshine Coast Open House festival offers access to 23 of the Sunshine Coast’s most interesting buildings, including private homes, corporate bases, heritage treasures and sustainable spaces.

I invite everyone to take part in the 2023 program offering walking tours with design experts, a heritage conference and a Walk on Country.

‘Hidden dangers’: why this surf season is so concerning

Alonger and hotter summer season is going to make a swim more enticing than ever. But beachgoers are being warned a dip in the ocean can be deadly if they aren’t swimming in patrolled areas.

Thousands of volunteer surf lifesavers, and professional lifeguards funded by Sunshine Coast Council, are bracing for what is expected to be one of their most-challenging seasons.

Throughout 2022-23, 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.

Volunteer lifesavers patrol at major Sunshine Coast 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.

Council’s $5.8 million investment in 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. 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.

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Red-and-yellow army of lifesavers and lifeguards brace for our long, hot summer in the surf.

Lifeguard Jett Kenny at the start of the 2023 surf season

LEARN WHAT YOU CAN DEVELOP AT YOUR PLACE

Are you considering building a granny flat on your property?

How about adding a carport, retaining wall or shed? What about exploring the benefits of short-term accommodation or a home-based business?

If you have any questions about what you can develop on your own property, then this is the opportunity you have been waiting for.

Sunshine Coast Council will be hosting free Development Connect sessions, where you can sit down with a Council expert and discuss any plans or ideas you might have.

A number of Council’s experts will be available to help you with development information about planning, urban design, environmental management, engineering, building, plumbing and landscaping.

There will be afternoon and evening sessions in the foyer at Sunshine Coast City Hall at 54 First Avenue, Maroochydore, on Tuesday, October 10.

For bookings and information, go to sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au and search for ‘Development Connect’.

Hub helps Coast stay safe in weather events

A few simple steps will ensure you can ‘get ready’ for any emergency Mother Nature throws at us.

Residents are being urged to check out Sunshine Coast Council’s Disaster Hub as severe weather looms.

This comes as Get Ready Queensland Week (October 9-15) encourages residents to be prepared.

While the warmer months always bring a higher chance of intense storms, this season is also predicted to bring an elevated risk of heatwaves, as well as bushfires.

Council’s Disaster Management Lead Wayne Sunderland says now is the time for residents to familiarise themselves with Council’s Disaster Hub and understand how to protect their family and property.

“It’s important to prepare now before the next severe weather event, so you’re

best placed to handle whatever Mother Nature throws at us,” Mr Sunderland says.

“Council’s updated Disaster Hub makes it easier for residents and visitors to prepare before, during and after a disaster or emergency.

“The Hub has important, up-to-date information and links to key emergency services in one location, including weather warnings, road closures, evacuation centres, airport updates, traffic cameras, flood mapping, as well as Council’s news updates and social media posts.”

There are a few simple steps you can take to Get Ready.

• Step 1: Understand your risk

• Step 2: Prepare a household emergency plan

• Step 3: Pack an emergency kit. For more information, head to the Get Ready Queensland website at getready. qld.gov.au or Council’s  Disaster Hub at sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

Connect with Council and Queensland’s Emergency Services today so you always have the most up-to-date information when the next natural disaster happens.

HOW HEALTHY IS YOUR BEACH? FIND OUT WITH YOUR LOCAL REPORT CARD

Sunshine Coast Council has released the first Coastal Health Report: a comprehensive assessment of our beaches, headlands, lower estuaries and coastal lagoons across the region. This report brings together years of environmental monitoring in partnership with the University of the Sunshine Coast. Environment Portfolio Councillor Peter Cox says the report card format ensures the whole community can easily access, understand and share the findings.

“I encourage everyone to explore Council’s interactive map to see their local report card,” Cr Cox says.

“As a community, we can celebrate our precious coastal areas and improve upon these benchmarks.”

Visit els.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au to find the report card for your local coastal area and learn how you can help make our beaches healthier in our Sunshine Coast Biosphere.

COMMUNITY NOTES

Sailability success

The recent annual Noosa Yacht & Rowing Club Sailability Regatta is the culmination of a 23-week program involving 20 sailors. Placing first was Kyle Andrews, with Amy Mahardika and Brendan Williams taking second and third respectively. A special award was presented to Sam, from Endeavour, as the person of the season. Sailability offers a fun, safe and welcoming environment where people with disability are encouraged to participate

in and enjoy the sport of sailing. It has been offered at Noosa Yacht & Rowing Club since 2010. The volunteer-based program will recommence in 2024 and welcomes new volunteers. Call 5440 7407 or email sailing@nyrc.com.au.

Come and try pickleball

In collaboration with Special Olympics Australia, XCEL Pickleball is inviting primary and secondary school students with intellectual disabilities and/or autism to try pickleball. Like tennis, squash, badminton and table tennis

combined, pickleball is played on a small cour t using a paddle and a wiffle ball. The session will be on Saturday, October 7, from 2-4pm at Baringa State Primary School. To register or find out more, email xcelpickleball@gmail.com or call 0419 924 664. The session is a taste of a new pickleball community sport program in Term 4.

Luncheon for Glennie Old Girls

There will be a luncheon for all Old Girls of The Glennie School Toowoomba at the Headland Golf Club in Golf Links Road, Buderim, on October 20 at 11.30am. Bookings are essential. For more information, contact Sue on 0403 466 758 before October 10.

Start you family history journey

Caloundra Family History Research Inc. (CFHRI) will be part of the upcoming 2023 IAgeWell Festival, taking place on Tuesday, October 10, at the Sunshine Coast Turf Club. CFHRI volunteers will be on hand to point people in the right direction for family history research. CFHRI has something for every researcher, no matter what stage of their research journey, with an extensive print library, digital resources, special interest groups, training and seminars. Find out more at caloundrafamilyhistory.org.au.

Vinnies fundraiser event

St Vincent de Paul will hold a fundraising event at the Kawana Catholic Community Centre in Nanyima Street, Buddina (opposite the Kawana Library). The event will be held on Friday, October 13, and Saturday, October 14, from 8am to 2pm and on Sunday, October 15, from 9am to 1pm. There will be a collection of quality second-hand items, plus a range of indoor and garden plants. All proceeds go to assisting the St Vincent de Paul Society in continuing to support locals facing homelessness, domestic violence and cost-of-living pressures. For more information or donations, call Maria on 0427 181 089.

Handmade artisan market

A variety of stallholders with a selection of different products will be available at the Golden Beach/ Caloundra Handmade Boutique Market on Saturday, October 14, from 8am to 1pm. The market will be held at Caloundra Indoor Bowling Association at 55 Burke Street, Golden Beach. Food and coffee will be available on the day.

Noosa’s Sailability Regatta

Cr Christian Dickson, Division 6

Buderim could soon have a new fenced, off-leash dog area at Khancoban Park (between Khancoban Drive and Rainsford Place) – an exciting prospect for many in the community.

Thank you to everyone who gave feedback on the options during the recent community consultation. The team will assess the survey results and I look forward to seeing what you thought of the idea.

Vale our ‘waving man’

As we drive through the newly renamed and signed Peters Roundabout in Buderim, I’m sure we’ll continue to remember the beloved local character who was Peter Van Beek, the ‘waving man’.

I’d like to extend my sincere thanks to the community for rallying behind this heartfelt project that Sunshine Coast Council was able to make happen. Peter inspired many and his legacy will live on.

New toilet block for Glenfields

The Glenfields Neighbourhood Park toilet

block is under construction and is due to be completed in October.

Thank you to the residents who have championed this project. I’ll be seeking your thoughts again when it comes time to develop the landscape plan for this park.

Keep me in the loop

Notice something that could be improved in our neighbourhood? Send me an email.

Our projects come from community ideas and requests, so it’s important you let us know your thoughts. We’ve recently fulfilled requests for vegetation works to improve visibility for pedestrians, including our schoolkids, around roads in Brightwater and Sippy Downs.

Don’t forget you can always email me at Christian.Dickson@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.

au and follow my Facebook page for regular updates: @CouncillorDickson.

Lisa Rowe, Wishlist CEO

THOSE WAGING PERSONAL WARS INSPIRE OTHERS

A year ago, I met with an incredible woman and her equally impressive husband to discuss a gift they wished to make to help others fighting cancer.

I’d met Melissa Evans many years prior, as a supporter of Wishlist in her role as a Coast resort general manager. She was impressive back then, but I left this meeting in awe of her strength. Melissa revealed she was fighting a rare cancer – Sino-nasal Undifferentiated Carcinoma (SNUC): a highly aggressive cancer that often only shows up when it’s too late for a cure.

At the same time, we met locals Neil and Trish Russell. Neil is also living with a SNUC diagnosis and feeling very much the same need to do something about the lack of research into cancers affecting 5000 Queenslanders each year.

While waging their personal war against

an insidious disease, Neil and Melissa and her husband Richard gave generously of time and money to establish Wishlist’s Rare Cancer Care and Research Fund, dedicated to shining a light on the lesser-known and researched cancers, and better supporting Coast and Gympie residents living with them. As a result of their generosity, a number of local projects are underway, including data collection, genomic sequencing and the progression of research projects.

Meanwhile, we gear up to continue our support of local patients through the Wishlist K’s 4 Cancer on Sunday, October 15, raising funds for services our hospital foundation has directed more than $14m to enhancing in the past 25 years.

It’s easy to be inspired by those like Mel, Neil and our K’s 4 Cancer ambassador Natalie Hunter who, with dignity and grace, take on a battle that goes beyond their own mortality, and serves to potentially benefit humankind through their generosity and selflessness. Sadly, Mel lost her battle in May this year. The Wishlist team will have Mel and Richard, Neil and Natalie in our thoughts as we approach K’s 4 Cancer, along with all of those across the Coast and Gympie fighting an increasingly vulnerable foe – vulnerable because of research and those that make it possible.

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

6 OCTOBER

ROYAL CZECH BALLET

Following its 2022 acclaimed performances of Swan Lake, the Royal Czech Ballet returns to Australia with a presentation of the classic masterpiece Sleeping Beauty. Sleeping Beauty follows the story of Princess Aurora. The bad fairy Carabosse has cast a spell on the princess, condemning her to death. The king tries to protect his daughter, but the 16-year-old princess, doomed by fate, falls into a peaceful sleep. The Royal Czech Ballet’s performance of Sleeping Beauty will feature international soloists Cristina Terentiev and Nikolay Nazarkevich.

When: Friday, October 6, 7.30pm.

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

Tickets: from $68-$98, via theeventscentre.com.au/event/ sleeping-beauty/.

15 OCTOBER THE MAGNIFICENCE

The Magnificence is a band based in Southeast Queensland and the Northern Rivers of New South Wales. All members of the band play a variety of styles of music but are brought together by their love of all things New Orleans. Their music is rooted in the early jazz tradition, but also reflects the musical influences of each band member. The Caloundra Powerboat Club will host The Magnificence this month to entertain jazz fans young and old.

When: Sunday, October 15, 1pm.

Where: Caloundra Powerboat Club, 2 Lamerough Parade, Golden Beach. Tickets: $22.50-$27, via sunshinecoastjazzclub.net.au/index.php/ new-events.

6 OCTOBER

ART PRIZE JUDGE’S WALK & TALK

Join this year’s judge Simon Elliott, of Queensland Art Gallery/Gallery of Modern Art, for a Walk & Talk tour of this year’s Sunshine Coast Art Prize exhibition at Caloundra Regional Gallery where he will share his thoughts, insights and judges’ comments. Complimentary tea and coffee will be provided. The national acquisitive Sunshine Coast Art Prize is a dynamic visual arts award reflecting outstanding contemporary 2D and new media arts practice in Australia.

When: Friday, October 6, 10.30am.

Where: Caloundra Art Gallery, 22 Omrah Avenue, Caloundra.

Tickets: Free entry. Register via eventbrite.com.au and search for ‘Sunshine Coast Art Prize Judge’s Walk & Talk’.

OCTOBER

THE LAST DAUGHTER FILM

The Last Daughter is a moving and tenderly crafted documentary about Wiradjuri woman Brenda Matthews and her journey to unearth the truth about her past. As part of the Stolen Generation, she tries to reconcile the two sides of her family. Along the way, she uncovers long-buried secrets, government lies and the possibility for deeper connections to family and culture. After the film, there will be a Q&A with Brenda.

When: Tuesday, October 10, 7pm. Where: Strand Cinema, Bulcock Street, Caloundra.

Tickets: $16, via caloundrafilmfestival.com/ event-details/the-last-daughter-with-q-aand-book-signing.

7 OCTOBER FOR THE GREY NOMADS

Calling all grey nomads who are thinking about hitting the open road. Find out how you can boost your income without it affecting your pension. Discover what ‘granny flatting’ means and how it affects accommodation options. Learn what deeming on payments means and how the work bonus can add a little extra to your wallet. Get the inside information on how to maximise your concession card, where to use it, asset testing and more with officers from Services Australia.

When: Saturday, October 7, 10-11.30am. Where: Beerwah Library, 25 Peachester Road, Beerwah.

Tickets: Free event. Registration is essential, via events.sunshinecoast.qld. gov.au/event/20521634-a/grey-nomads.

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OCTOBER

BLUE BAYOU CONCERT

Blue Bayou celebrates the influence of country music on the pop charts of the 1960s and ’70s. Performed by award-winning singer and entertainer Nadia Sunde and joined by the mastery of Paul Henderson on guitars and banjo, plus the brilliance of Marcus Church on guitar, this show is guaranteed to delight with down-home warmth, charm and masterful storytelling.

When: Sunday, October 8, 4-6pm.

When: Eudlo Hall, 19 Rosebed Street, Eudlo. Tickets: $30 via, events.humanitix.com/blue-bayoueudlo/tickets.

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OCTOBER

VIVA ITALIA IN THE HANGAR

Cirrus Aircraft: Viva Italia in The Hangar is a special event happening this October, performed by the entertaining Bruce Edwards and the Underground Opera Co. The concert will help raise funds for Angel Flight Australia. Enjoy Italian food, bubbles, songs and music – all included and in a unique location. Remember to dress in red, green and white in keeping with the Italian theme.

When: Saturday, October 21, 5pm. Where: Queensland Air Museum, Pathfinder Drive, Caloundra. Tickets: $125, via trybooking.com. au/CKORC.

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OCTOBER

CHRISTOPHER WAYNE MAGIC SHOW

Grab the whole family and prepare to be hilariously mesmerised by worldrenowned comedy magician Christopher Wayne. Direct from one of the biggest magic shows in the world, he is bringing his family-friendly, one-of-a-kind Christopher Wayne: Fully Clothed that’s guaranteed to be a cheeky, fun and unforgettable experience for all.

When: Wednesday, October 11, 5.30pm. Where: The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra. Tickets: $35, via theeventscentre.com. au/event/sccf-christopher-wayne/.

OCTOBER

CINEMA ON THE ROOF

After the success of the August event, Cinema on the Rooftop is back at the Cooroy Library this month. The night Is all thanks to the Cooroy Future Group, working in partnership with Noosa Libraries and with the assistance of some generous sponsors. Bring your family, a blanket and a picnic to enjoy a movie together under the stars. Soft drinks and freshly cooked popcorn will be available to purchase. It’s best to arrive before dark to find a spot on the lawn while there is still daylight.

When: Saturday, October 14, 6pm. Where: Cooroy Library, 9 Maple Street, Cooroy.

Tickets: Entry by donation.

Gig guide

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6

Henry Wagons, Imperial Hotel

Eumundi, 7.30pm

Blue Bayou, Maleny Community Centre, 7pm

Chamber Lane, Solbar, 7pm

KlusterfunK, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm

Backroom Vegas, Alex Surf Club, 7.30pm

DJ Indie Andy, Beerwah Hotel, 8.30pm

Marco, Cooroy RSL, 6pm

Chris Ramsay, Maroochy Surf Club, 7.30pm.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7

Stevens St Duo, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm

Rotten Fest, Commercial Hotel Nambour, 1pm

DICE, Solbar, 7pm

Blue Bayou, Coolum Civic Centre, 7pm

Tom Weber, Alex Surf Club, 4.30pm

Tony Boyd, Maroochy Surf Club, 7.30pm

Missing Link, Beerwah Hotel, 8.30pm.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8

Tune Rangers, Maroochy RSL, 6pm

Secret Garden, Maroochy Botanic Gardens, 2pm

Daryl James, Alex Surf Club, 1pm

Sam Hooker, Maroochy Surf Club, 2.30pm

Ricky the Rockstar, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 2pm.

* All events were correct at time of printing.

GROWING KIDS’ TRUE GRIT MY BEA-UTE RETIREMENT

Robinson may have to trade in his habit of buying cars he really can’t afford and turn over the ignition on an old workhorse.

The kids are anxious, worried, stressed out. Teachers say so. So does a Senate Committee. TikTok is full of it.

How did it come to this: a whole generation where grit and resilience are the exception rather than the rule?

Where anxiety is a label worn on the outside – a visible Band-aid and permanent sick note to society that excuses the wearer from almost everything? It is not a problem so much as a pandemic of pain. And for the older generations, it is hard to fathom.

The 2023 Beyond Blue survey of teachers found two-in-three teachers thought their students were mentally unhealthy. A recent massive, governmentfunded survey of primary schoolers revealed that their mental health is three-times worse than recognised by health authorities. Doctors – loathe to load kids up on drugs – prescribed 40 per cent more medications for anxious and depressed Aussie kids in 2022 than in 2021.

There is even a group called ‘school refusers’ now. In the UK, the chief medical officer has even written to parents, urging them to pack off a nervous kid, because staying home just makes their pickle worse.

But telling a sooky kid to toughen up, or coming down firmly and fairly on a naughty one, is just not allowed these days. Parenting paralysis is real and wobbly kids are the result.

Growing up is tough. Resilience is only developed through stumbles and falls. You don’t stop a toddler from trying to learn to walk because they fall over a lot. You don’t stop a baby from learning to feed themselves because they make a mess. It is urgent that we try to right the trajectory.

We want confident young men and women, and I would rather see money poured into prevention and early intervention now than our justice, health and welfare systems later.

More adulting, more supporting kids to solve their own problems and risk failure, more calmly guiding them to change the narrative on distorted thinking – these are what regular grown-ups can do.

Kids are strong and benefit from wrestling with their problems rather than being constantly distracted or placated. It is like exercise for our emotions: doing is the only way to get match fit.

Life might not be easy but, luckily, humans are built for struggle.

Iwas lucky enough ... hang on, I will rephrase that. I am lucky to have a current model Hilux to drive around in, thanks to Sunshine Toyota.

You may have seen me, resplendent in red and white flowers, driving around the Coast. So, I was even luckier the other day to have a new Hilux GR to drive to work –next level in four-wheel-driving. So good, in fact, that I had a tear in my eye when I gave it back on Monday morning. That got me thinking about my approaching retirement with no car.

Firstly, though, the GR has everything, including red seat belts. I know, right up my alley, and a little red-leather strip on the steering wheel to remind you when the wheels are straight during rugged driving (like at the supermarket or picking the kids up from private school). It made me reflect on what cars have in them now, compared with my childhood when Holdens had three classes: Standard, Special and Premier. The Standard had no mats, no chrome and no radio, which of course was entry level for pineapple farmers from Eudlo.

We never had a radio in a car until I was

a teenager. Or chrome. Just really nice vinyl seats that were awesome in summer. We did have air-conditioning. Well, that’s what Dad said the quarter glass was for.

In 2023, I am heading back to the future. I mentioned to Old Mate that I would love a GR for retirement. I got a massive spray about all the money I had wasted on cars back in the day: “You have had your turn, you d*ckhead. Anyway, I bought you a car. It’s in the driveway!”

Harsh but true. I notoriously bought two Ford GTs that I shouldn’t have. But probably my best effort was when she picked out a new Ford Fiesta for 10k and sent me to pick it up. I came back with her car and a 50k tricked-up ‘boy racer’ I couldn’t afford. That didn’t go down well. Obviously, it been stored away in a massive vault she has with all my bad decisions.

So, as I look out the driveway and see my 22-year-old ute with 245,000km on the clock that she bought me, I am eternally grateful to Woodriff Smash Repairs for sprucing up my retirement wheels and thankful that Sunshine Toyota hopefully won’t remember where their Hilux with the red flowers is for a while.

Jane Stephens is concerned that parents aren’t allowing children to stumble and fall in life, so they can learn how to pick themselves up again.

Ashley

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.

WILD RIDE DOWN MEMORY LANE

Sami Muirhead’s short trip to Noosa North Shore brings back happy memories of family holidays, plus a sinking feeling from her childhood.

Ihad a day staycation this week and it made my soul very happy as I took a trip down memory lane, filled with shipwrecks and quicksand.

My girlfriends surprised me with a trip to Noosa North Shore to go camel riding. Yes, camel riding!

“We are going to place you on Big Bob. He is a former race camel and can go pretty fast,” the local greeted me with as I arrived to take a unique ride up Noosa North Shore beach.

Of course I would get the biggest camel of the pack. Of course they would pick the most uncoordinated gal to get on the back of the huge four-legged animal.

So, I did the logical thing and whispered in Big Bob’s ear: “Hello, darling boy! Don’t you have eyelashes I would kill for, you sexy beast. Be a good boy and don’t kick me, spit on me or kill me, my dear camel friend.”

And with that, Big Bob and I hit it off and enjoyed a leisurely stroll with my girlfriends up the beach.

I felt like a kid again. There is something about being with an animal that makes you feel young at heart.

My first memory as a child is just up the road from this stretch of paradise,

north of Teewah beach. It used to be home to the famous shipwreck, Cherry Venture. I have photographs of my Mum looking dangerously sexy in her crocheted bikini and sporting a killer tan, a ciggie and not much else as she watches my siblings and I climb the massive old shipwreck.

Cherry Venture was a 1600-tonne cargo ship of Scandinavian origin. It ran aground at Teewah in 1973 and remained a local landmark and tourist site for 34 years until its controversial removal in 2007.

I remember those days well – when we used to visit the shipwreck, even though I must have been about five. It was more fun than the local park as we would suck on our frozen Sunny Boys and eat our Jelly Tip ice-creams as we climbed through the rusty ribs of the wreck.

But the big memory from when I was little comes from the nearby quicksand that I got stuck in. I started screaming to be rescued. Mum must have put down her ciggie and chardy long enough to pluck me out to freedom as we have a photograph of my entire family laughing, with me crying and looking in fear at the quicksand.

Only family can laugh at you with love when you feel like you are living a real-life scene from the movie Jumanji

THE RIGHT TO SAY ‘NO’

Arecent encounter with an old friend reminded me of one of the hidden challenges in retirement. The problem that Peter described was saying ‘no’ to the many requests he receives to lend a hand now that he supposedly has time on his hands.

Saying ‘no’ is easy, sometimes. It’s easy to say: “I can’t do that/come along/ help because I’ll be away/have a dental appointment/have broken my arm”. What makes saying ‘no’ easy in these situations is that you have a watertight reason to say ‘no’. In fact, you can’t say ‘yes’. However, when saying ‘yes’ is an option and you have no reason to refuse, then it can be difficult to say ‘no’.

We are (mostly) kind, caring and honest people who want to help and please others. It can feel like we are failing to be kind if we don’t say ‘yes’ and acquiesce to someone’s request. But if we do say ‘yes’ when we want to say ‘no’, we are failing to be honest. If we just keep saying ‘yes’ when we want to say ‘no’, we will eventually feel more resentment than kindness. Like so many things in life, we need to strive for balance when acquiescing and refusing.

If you need to cut someone out of your life, say ‘no’ 100 per cent of the time. Do this with an abusive person, or someone who manipulates you or has a consistently negative impact on you. If you wish to keep the person in your life, then work out a ratio that suits you. For example, it may be a 50 per cent ‘yes’ and 50 per cent ‘no’ response or 30 per cent ‘yes’ and 70 per cent ‘no’. Recognising that you have a yes/no plan can help you keep on track and protect you from feelings of being used.

Apply your plan either to an individual or just generally if you are subject to many requests from many people. Once you have your ratio plan, make sure you are clear when you say ‘no’. If you feel you can’t respond with a clear ‘no’ when you are put on the spot, simply say, “Let me think about it and I’ll get back to you”.

Keep your no response simple and direct. The more you say, the more opportunity you give to the other person to question you or to suggest a change so that you will have to say ‘yes’. Use your kindness when saying ‘no’. You might say “Thank you for thinking of me … thank you for considering that I might be interested …” Use honesty in your reply: “It just doesn’t work for me … I have thought about it and I’m saying ‘no’ …”

Then take the lead in closing the subject: “Let me know how your lunch/ project/meeting goes”. Just as the other person has the right to ask, you have the right to say ‘no’ to respect your own needs and wants and being open and honest.

Judy Rafferty is the author of Retirement Your Way: A Practical Guide to Knowing What You Want and How to Get It, available at all good bookshops and online.

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

Just because you’re retired doesn’t mean you have to say ‘yes’ to all requests from everyone if you don’t want to because, after all, this is your time. Words: Judy Rafferty.

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BUDERIM COUPLE USES NEW MEDICAL TREATMENT TO CONCEIVE BABY

ABuderim couple has turned pain into joy, conceiving a baby boy using a new medical therapy on the Sunshine Coast to combat menstrual and fertility issues.

Suzieanne Baxter suffered from a blocked fallopian tube and dysmenorrhoea – a term describing a range of extreme and painful period symptoms that included vomiting and lengthy periods of blood loss.

Suzie credits the arrival of her son Ceejay to a Frequency Medicine protocol that helped to manage her menstrual symptoms, unblock her fallopian tube, ease pain and boost hormone function.

“My periods were horrendous and I was in no shape or hormonal function to begin to bear a child, Suzie says,

“However, I wanted to feel the joy of being a mother and it was the right time in my life to start a family.

“I knew I had to get my body and hormones optimal again.

“So, I found ANF (Amino Neuro Frequency) Therapy and went through a series of protocols to prepare my body before starting fertility treatments.”

The therapy is available on the Coast at Buderim’s Cluzie Clinic.

“I did six protocols fortnightly, and the clear-out blood that came out was horrible: black, smelt atrocious, chunky,” Suzie says.

“However, the pain went from days of pain, to one hour.

“I underwent a number of lymphatic and gut improvement protocols in order to make my baby-making vessel as optimal as can be.

“And with little Ceejay now in the world, I simply couldn’t be happier.”

Clinical nurse consultant at Cluzie Clinic, Claire Dunkley, who administers the ANF Therapy, says the treatments have a high success rate for people wanting to fall pregnant.

“Pre-conception health is paramount, with many factors impacting the ability to successfully conceive through any means, including via intercourse, IVF and insemination,” she says.

“A lengthy or painful period is not normal, so that was the first sign that there was dysfunction preventing successful conception for Suzie.

With ANF Therapy, we can find the root cause of the problem and fix it, restoring normal function and reducing pain.

“We’re all familiar with an ECG which measures the electrical frequency of the heart.

“What many don’t realise is that our whole body is made up of these types of electrical currents, including conception organs. Just like a defibrillator resets the hearts rhythm, ANF ‘resets’ the body’s own frequencies to address inflammation and dysfunction.”

Visit cluzie.com or phone 5329 7905 for more.

HIGH-QUALITY CARE IS THE KEY TO GOOD EYESIGHT

Dr James C. Walker (pictured) has been providing safe, high-quality eyecare for patients on the Sunshine Coast since 2004.

His special interests include cataract, pterygium, strabismus, neuro-ophthalmology, eyelid procedures including the use of botulinum toxin (facial movement disorders and strabismus), lasers and medical management of macular and retinal disease.

He aims to keep up with the latest surgical advances – including intraocular lens implantation, intravitreal therapy and therapeutic laser procedures – while striving to maintain work/life balance without compromising patient care or outcomes.

Here is a basic overview of some of the eye conditions:

Cataract: is a cloudy lens resulting in blurred vision, dazzle and glare, and sometimes even double vision.

Pterygium: is a wing-like growth over the surface of the clear front window of the eye (cornea). It is caused by the accumulated effects of sunlight burning the surface of the eye. With prolonged exposure, slow growth occurs over the eye – often with increasing redness, irritation,

corneal scarring, reduced vision, watering and an unsightly appearance.

Glaucoma: is a group of conditions usually associated with elevated eye pressure that irreversibly damages the main nerve of sight (the optic nerve). It is known as the ‘sneak thief of sight’ as most patients with this condition do not have any symptoms until very late.

Medical retina: specialists monitor and treat conditions that affect the lining of the back of the eye, called the retina. Common conditions include age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, diabetic macula oedema, retinal vein occlusion and inherited retinal diseases.

Visit centralophthalmology.com.au/ or call 5221 9191.

SAFE EAR-WAX REMOVAL TO IMPROVE HEARING

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

Sometimes, the wax builds up and causes symptoms, including mild deafness and a sensation of fullness inside the ear. This condition is harmless and easily treated. So, it is somewhat surprising that in the Hear4Good clinic, we constantly see people who have had blocked ears for long periods of time.

Your long-term hearing loss may have a quick solution. Our clinic uses a couple of methods to remove wax blockages. Micro curettage is when we use a small tool in conjunction with a head-worn microscope to manually scrape the material out.

The other method we use is micro suction which is a very gentle process that uses a medical vacuum system to extract the material. Before using either, we examine the ear canal and usually suggest the use of wax-softening drops. It is also advised to have a hearing assessment after the procedure.

Ear syringing has fallen out of favour lately, due to potential risks; cotton buds cause more blockages than they remove; and ear candling is a complete waste of time and possibly dangerous. Candles belong in birthday cakes, not ears.

Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis Management

FREE SEMINAR – SUNSHINE COAST

October 14 @ 9.30am – 11.00am

Noosa Springs Golf Club

If you are living with hip and knee pain from osteoarthritis, don’t miss this FREE patient education seminar on hip and knee pain and management of osteoarthritis.

Presented by Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Shane Blackmore and Physiotherapist Simon Hearn, this seminar is a must for anyone suffering in pain with hip and knee osteoarthritis.

Numbers are strictly limited so RSVP for your FREE ticket today.

Phone: 07 5493 8038

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Ear-wax removal is a task that should be undertaken by a professional in a clinic, not in a shop.

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

BEST PRACTICE. BEST CARE.

Cataracts and Dry Eyes

A cataract is any clouding of the lens of the eye. It acts in the same way the lens in a camera to help focus light rays on the light-sensitive nervous tissue a the back of the eye – the At Best Practice Eyecare we use the latest generation premium lenses. There are no better lenses available anywhere in the world, ensuring you the best possible outcome.

Dry eye syndrome eye’s front surface. Dry Eye Syndrome causes chronic, tired, uncomfortable, watery Syndrome.

Our team will carefully examine your eyes and plan your treatment.

P: 5492 2822

64 Landsborough Parade Golden Beach

e: enquiries@bestpracticeeyecare.com.au

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Dr Shane Blackmore Orthopaedic Surgeon

Simon Hearn Physiotherapist

THE SAME JOINT CAN HAVE A VARIETY OF REPLACEMENTS

Football is very popular in Australia, but opinions diverge about which code is the best, the most popular, the most successful or the most ‘Australian’. Similarly, joint replacements are increasingly common operations in Australia. But then surgeons’ opinions diverge about which prostheses are preferable and for which patients.

This is a complex discussion without any clear evidence of a ‘best’ choice. Joint replacements can be anchored into the bone using bone cement, like the mortar between two bricks, or be uncemented: the bone grows onto the surface of the implant. Different metals are used, such as titanium, stainless steel and cobalt-chrome. Similarly, the parts

of the joint that move against each other, the ‘bearing surfaces’, can be composed of metals, ceramics, or ‘plastic’ polyethylene. The same material can be constructed in different shapes, behaving in different ways to move, bear load and interact with the surrounding muscles and ligaments powering the joint. In rare cases, such as complex revisions or deformities, the standard shapes and sizes are insufficient and a bespoke, custom implant needs to be constructed specifically for that patient.

Currently, only DVA and the public system pay for custom-made implants, and private patients can face bills of tens-of-thousands of dollars for them.

Different patients, of different ages, with different diseases, different activity demands, and even different financial situations can, unsurprisingly, require different implants – even if operated upon by the same surgeon.

It is reasonable to ask your surgeon about the implants they use, as well as the evidence for the implants’ use in your situation.

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

FIVE SELFLESS WAYS TO BUILD MENTAL RESILIENCE

Kindness and gratitude can uplift spirits, alleviate stress and enhance everyone involved’s mental resilience. Here are five practical ideas to put it in practice.

Move as one: Share something active with your friends and family. Join group walks, casual sports or participate in some impromptu fun in a park. It’s all free and the rewards are almost instant.

Be kind to your community: Acts of kindness can be personal or help your whole community. Maybe join a local clean-up group in your neighbourhood, or just take some gloves, tongs and a garbage bag on your daily walk.

Lend your mind a hand: Learn how to fix something. There are loads of free tutorials, and you can just start small: such as sanding and varnishing an old bit of furniture.

Start a new chapter with a friend: Arrange to read the same book at the same time with a friend, then catch up to chat about it.

Lend an ear: Reach out to someone in your workplace whose work you’re interested in or admire and ask them about it.

For more good advice, visit mentalwellbeing.initiatives.qld.gov.au.

If you’ve been told that you need to spend a ridiculous amount of money on hearing aids ... you need a second opinion.

At our locally owned and independent clinic we hear the stories of overpriced hearing aids all the time!

As a group of very experienced hearing rehabilitation specialists we know that there are many different hearing styles and technologies to choose from.

The one that suits you the best is based upon your hearing loss, your lifestyle and your personal needs ... NOT YOUR WALLET!

Pensioners and Veteran eligible for fully funded hearing aids through the Hearing Services Program. Call now to find out more.

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CATARACT MACULA RETINA OCULOPLASTICS

Sunshine Coast Eye and Retina is a comprehensive Ophthalmology service specialising in cataract, vitreoretinal surgery, macular disease and oculoplastic surgery.

The team at Sunshine Coast Eye and Retina provide exceptional, caring and professional eye care for the entire Sunshine Coast region. With extensive training in Australia and overseas, and the most advanced imaging and laser technology available, Sunshine Coast Eye and Retina provides the absolute best eye care for the Sunshine Coast population.

5491 9496

Dr Warren Apel Cataract and Vitreoretinal Surgeon

Dr Jenna Besley Ophthalmic and Oculoplastic Surgeon

Dr Ebony Smith Ophthalmic and Oculoplastic Surgeon

Dr Tuan Tran Ophthalmic and Vitreoretinal Surgeon

BLOOMHILL WELLNESS CENTRE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

The Bloomhill Wellness Centre practitioner team would like to welcome you to the centre, which is located in the stunning grounds of Bloomhill Buderim.

Our therapists:

Physiotherapy: Jacki Filippini works with an integrative approach to treatment and uses a combination of physio, musculoskeletal acupuncture, muscle energy techniques, exercise rehab and soft tissue therapy for the best client outcomes.

Mental healthcare/counselling: Julie

Bolton (counsellor), Di Procter (accredited mental health social worker), Deborah Jacobs (creative arts psychotherapist), Sharnie Schwenn (counsellor) all provide quality personcentred care. Each practitioner brings a unique skill set to support clients navigate the emotions associated with a cancer diagnosis and other life-impacting circumstances. Visit bloomhill.com.au/ services/counselling-and-psychology/ to learn more. No referrals are required.

Acupuncture: Joanne Baldwin

practises a gentle style of acupuncture using a holistic approach to support your body’s innate healing abilities physically, mentally and emotionally (for oncology support, fertility, IVF, menopause, pain management, stress, anxiety and insomnia).

Nutrition and dietetics: Dr Evelyn Chang and Belinda Conway both have a special interest in cancer care and provide personalised dietetic support to people through all stages of their cancer journey. Evelyn also has a special interest in chronic kidney disease, gut health and insulin resistance, while Belinda is a credentialled eating disorder dietitian with an interest in gastrointestinal issues (IBS, IBD, MCAS).

Oncology/remedial massage and reflexology: Audrey Flierman listens to your needs, then designs your treatment to ensure your outcomes are met in a completely relaxing and nurturing environment.

Complex lymphatic therapist: Debbie Myers specialises in the treatment of acute and chronic cancer-related lymphoedema, scars and cording, garment prescription and conservative, effective management of lipoedema.

Bloomhill Wellness Centre, 58 Ballinger Road, Buderim. Call 5445 5794.

ADD SUNSCREEN FOR OPTIMUM PROTECTION

If your makeup or moisturiser has SPF, do you still need sunscreen?

The answer is: yes.

Most cosmetic products offer either no protection or protection that is much lower than SPF 30+.

The Cancer Council recommends that you wear sunscreen under your makeup if you’re spending an hour or two in the sun.

If you’re planning on being outside all day, ditch the makeup and just wear sunscreen. Reapply it every two hours and don’t forget to put it on the rest of your body.

Some people mistakenly believe an SPF20 moisturiser and an SPF10 foundation can be used together to form a protection of SPF30. This is not true.

You will only be protected to the level of the highest SPF product – in this example, SPF20, which is not high enough. If you plan to wear sunscreen and moisturisers or cosmetics, it’s best to apply your sunscreen first on dry, clean skin. Make sure to also wear protective clothing, sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat and seek shade to protect your skin from the sun. Visit cancercouncil.com.au.

Belinda Conway, Di Procter, Joanne Baldwin

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN DAY AND NIGHT TEETH WHITENING?

Dentist-supervised, home whitening is the safest, most-popular and best-researched procedure for tooth whitening.

The boutique system used at ToothKind uses different protocols, depending on a patient’s specific whitening requirements.

Boutique Whitening by Day uses a six per cent hydrogen peroxide gel.

Hydrogen peroxide is inherently unstable and will break down immediately once you place the whitening trays in your mouth.

The majority of the peroxide will be spent within the first 20 minutes of wear.

But to experience the full effect of the gel, one hour to 90 minutes of wear time is recommended. The process takes around three weeks of daily wear. This system is suitable for patients who can find an hour in their day to achieve whiter teeth.

For patients who suffer from tooth sensitivity, or those who would prefer to whiten their teeth while they sleep, Boutique Whitening by Night consists of a carbamide peroxide formula. Carbamide peroxide slowly converts to the active

compound, hydrogen peroxide, so the effect is more gradual and gentle.

Keeping our teeth white requires a little care and attention in our dietary and social habits. While practising good oral hygiene is clearly important, watching what we eat or drink is just as critical.

Red wine, sports drinks, tea and coffee, soft drinks and curries are just some of the foods that can cause staining of the teeth and diminish the effects of teeth whitening. Smoking should also be avoided as much as possible.

The dentists at ToothKind are highly skilled in providing the appropriate tooth-whitening treatment, as well as all other aspects of dentistry. The clinics are located at Little Mountain and Beerwah. Visit toothkind.com.au.

HANGXIETY: WHY ALCOHOL CAN LEAVE YOU ANXIOUS

Ever wondered why alcohol can make you feel good ... and then it doesn’t?

Meet one of the reasons behind those nasty, post-drinking feels: ‘hangxiety’ (hangover anxiety).

Unlike the physical symptoms of a hangover, hangxiety is characterised as feelings of stress, panic and fear, experienced by a person in the hangover period.

Hangxiety affects about 12 per cent of people. It occurs as a result of alcohol’s effect on the brain.

When you drink, chemical changes take place in your brain.

You know those warm, calm feelings that wash over you after a couple of drinks? They happen because alcohol causes an influx of GABA (a chemical made in the brain) to be released into your body. This influx helps to make you feel more relaxed.

As you continue drinking, your brain also starts to shut off glutamate (a chemical that helps to regulate your mood), increasing feelings of calm and lowering your inhibition. This makes you feel freer and more natural.

While these feelings may sound appealing, they’re short-lived and can

create problems once alcohol leaves your body. In the hours and days after drinking, as alcohol wears off, your brain works to restore its normal chemical balance. It does this by reducing the brain’s GABA (reducing calm feelings) and increasing glutamate (making you more anxious).

This disruption of brain chemicals and processes can create the opposite effect to the feelings you had when you were drinking – and that’s when hangxiety can rear its ugly head.

The best way to lower your risk is to reduce how much you drink. The Australian Alcohol Guidelines recommend no more than four drinks on any one day and no more than 10 drinks a week.

For more information go to health.qld.gov.au.

Hip and Knee Joint Replacement

Dr Hamish Gray is a Queensland and Internationally trained orthopaedic surgeon with a focus on injuries of the leg, hip and knee joint replacements and revisions.

Your best hip or knee joint replacement is your first. This means individualised decisions and precision surgery.

Dr Gray has expertise in different approaches for hip and knee joint replacement and performs minimally invasive surgery (MIS) for short hospital stays & quick recovery.

What matters in the long term is that you have a highly-performing prosthesis that is precisely positioned.

Robotic assisted surgery offers precision beyond what the human eye and hand can attain.

For world-class care close to home book an appointment today.

HOW TO BETTER LOOK AFTER YOUR ARTHRITIS

Arthritis is inflammation of one or more joints characterised by swelling, warmth, redness of the overlying skin, pain and restriction of motion.

There are more than 200 diseases which may cause arthritis, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, psoriatic arthritis and other infections. The most commonly affected areas are the hands and weight-bearing joints such as knees, hips, feet and the back.

Natural therapies take into consideration that a poor diet over an extended period of time, lack of assimilation of nutrition and toxins forming around the joint that cannot get away can contribute to the symptoms of arthritis.

Chinese medicine views arthritis as a cold condition – particularly rheumatoid arthritis which tends to create stiffness and pain. So, improving circulation to the joints via gentle exercise and herbal medicine can be helpful in removing toxins in the joints and reducing the symptoms of inflammation.

Movement and exercise that is non-

weight bearing such as swimming, yoga and stretching can assist in improvement of the symptoms.

Detoxification of these easily congested tissues is an important aim in the treatment of arthritis. Excessive caffeine, alcohol, and refined foods such as sugar and preservatives put extra loads on the body’s ability to remove everyday metabolic toxins from the organs. When the body becomes toxic, the body tissues become more acidic, which can have a detrimental effect on the sensitive tissues, linings, cartilage and fluid of the joints. The more acidic the body tissue, the more chance of degeneration, inflammation and pain in the joints. A balanced diet which consists of 75-80 per cent of ‘alkalisingforming foods’ such as fruits and vegetables, combined with 20-25 per cent ‘acid-forming foods’ such as meats, dairy and grains, nuts and seeds is helpful in balancing acid/alkaline Ph of the body.

WORDS: Peter Rule N.D. naturopath, Kunara Organic Marketplace, Forest Glen, kunara.com.au.

A naturopath’s top remedies for joint pain and inflammation

1. Glucosamine and chondroitin help with cartilage repair and reduce inflammation.

2. Vitamin C may protect against cartilage erosion and promote the synthesis of glycosaminoglycans, working in synergy with glucosamine and chondroitin.

3. The combination of gotu kola, grape seed, ginkgo, Vitamin C and zinc provides support for tissue healing and normal development of connective tissue by increasing blood flow – particularly micro-circulation.

4. St John’s wort may be beneficial where there is pain resulting from nerve entrapment. It is a traditional treatment for inflamed nerves. St John’s wort also has anti-inflammatory activity, nourishes the nervous system and acts as an antidepressant where required.

5. Boswellia, turmeric, celery seed and ginger have proven anti-inflammatory activity. Turmeric is an antioxidant and ginger is a circulatory stimulant aiding the transport

of active constituents to target organs. Celery seed has a strong traditional use for the treatment of arthritic conditions.

6. White willow bark (Salix alba) is one of the oldest herbal remedies for pain and inflammation. It has been used by ancient Egyptian, Roman, Greek and Indian civilisations and an analgesic remedy.

7. Pycnogenol (maritime pine bark) has been used for 2000 years and among some of its uses as an anti-inflammatory agent, it has helped in the treatment of pain from arthritic conditions in athletes, as well as in degenerative diseases of all kinds.

Looking after your joints is a bit like looking after your car – they need servicing regularly with good oil, fuel, water and movement daily, so that they continue to work properly, and they serve you for a long time.

The importance of good nutrition is a vital element to good health and wellbeing – particularly the health of your joints.

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3D IMAGING DEMO A HIT AT RECENT COAST EXPO

At the recent Sunshine Coast Expo in Kawana, visitors were able to see the VECTRA 3D Total Body Photography software in action.

And they were impressed.

Displayed at the SunLife Skin Cancer Care Centre exhibit, the unparalleled image quality and accuracy of the life-like 3D avatars were plain to see.

Dr Simon Hardy and his team were on site all weekend and say it was exciting to show this new technology to the public and share SunLife’s passion for skin cancer care.

“Our team have worked really hard to make this amazing VECTRA 3D imaging

accessible on the Sunshine Coast. We know it’s a fantastic tool to help in the early detection of melanoma,” they state.

It is thought that about 30 per cent of melanomas are found only because they are new or changing.

Unfortunately, for many people, finding them can be a real challenge.

The VECTRA 3D imaging provides high-definition, reflection-free avatars showing 95 per cent of the skin surface.

Comparison screens in the software compare old and new 3D avatars to help identify possible melanoma early.

It wasn’t just technology on show at the expo. SunLife also was promoting sun safety and other services.

“We had a lot of people coming to our stall for free sunscreen, sun-safe information, and booking skin checks,” the team says.

“Many were surprised to hear that you don’t need a referral to see our doctors or get 3D imaging done. We even did spot checks, diagnosing multiple BCCs and a likely melanoma.

“Many people had been delaying seeing a doctor. It’s so important to get a skin check with an experienced skin cancer doctor and not leave things too late.”

Find out more about SunLife at sunlifeskincancercare.com.au or visit the team on Wises Road, Buderim.

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INDUSTRY EXPERTS

ORTHOPAEDIC

Sleep apnea: silent threat to health

Undiagnosed sleep apnea silently affects many Australians, jeopardising their health and wellbeing.

This condition, often linked with obesity, is increasingly prevalent.

Recent research highlights that nearly half of men aged 40-69 may suffer from sleep apnea.

The symptoms, such as constant fatigue and loud snoring, often go unnoticed until a partner intervenes.

CPAP Direct and Sleep Testing Australia offer a solution, starting with an affordable in-home sleep test to assess the issue’s severity.

This leads to a holistic and accessible journey toward better sleep through CPAP therapy.

Australian cricket legend Merv Hughes, who experienced severe obstructive sleep apnea for 25 years, found relief through CPAP therapy. He now serves as CPAP Direct’s brand ambassador, praising its knowledgeable and supportive staff.

Whether you’re an existing CPAP user or seeking guidance, you can take the first step toward better sleep at the Maroochydore store, online at cpap.com.au or by emailing support@ cpap.com.au.

Take action to prioritise your sleep for a healthier, more energised life.

Robotic knee replacement

There is a new orthopaedic robot at the Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital. I am pleased to be incorporating this technology into my practice for appropriate patients.

Although robotic surgery is still an emerging technology, it is not new to orthopaedics and has been performed on the Coast for more than two years.

While there are a number of potential benefits with robotic surgery, there are also potential risks. These must all be weighed up for each individual patient.

There are many cutting-edge technologies that assist orthopaedic surgeons in the operating room. The use of these technologies is only a small component of what delivers a successful joint replacement surgery.

There is a lot of hype in the media about the robot currently and this must be interpreted with caution. When choosing your surgeon, patients would be well advised to speak with their general practitioner or other health professionals. Also, do your own research. Keep in mind that as the patient, YOU are the customer, and you have the right to choose the surgeon you are most comfortable with.

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Bloomhill Wellness Centre provides a comprehensive range of therapies for our clients. Our highly qualified team are dedicated to assisting your health & wellbeing recovery.

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HOROSCOPES

ARIES (MAR 21 - APR 19)

Saturday night’s Libran solar eclipse is all about love and compromise. But this week –with Mars square Pluto and Venus opposite Saturn – balance and cooperation could be difficult to find. So do your best to calm down and keep the peace.

LEO (JULY 23 - AUG 22)

You’re determined to complete a project with creative panache and Leo style. But there are some frustrating planetary patterns, so expect power play delays. Patience and compromise are required, otherwise it will be a challenging week.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV 22 - DEC 21)

Lucky Venus is transiting through your exploration zones so it’s a fortuitous time to travel, start a course of study or make some new friends. Then the weekend solar eclipse is the perfect time to revise, reassess and reboot your goals.

QUIZ

1. Viti Levu is the largest island in which country?

2. In what year did the Great Plague of Vienna occur: 1679, 1779 or 1879?

3. Beginning with ‘b’, what is another name for a burrowing rat-kangaroo?

4. Who wrote the 1951 novel The Catcher in the Rye?

5. At which Paralympic Games was sailing first included as a full medal sport?

6. Chalchiuhtlatonal was an Aztec god of what?

7. Jennifer Hermoso (pictured) plays for which national football team?

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8. AC/DC Lane and Dame Edna Place are found in which Australian city?

TAURUS (APR 20 - MAY 20)

Does it feel as if your dreams are on hold or a relationship is going backwards? This week Saturn slows things down and increases frustrations. But Venus and Mars encourage you to pair up with a loved one and make your combined dreams come true.

VIRGO (AUG 23 - SEP 22)

Long-term partnerships are highlighted this week. Saturn tests dedication and loyalty; Venus, calm cooperation; and Neptune, emotional maturity. But don’t get bogged down in gossip and criticism – keep the conversation inspiring and uplifting.

CAPRICORN (DEC 22 - JAN 19)

Mars, Mercury and the solar eclipse light up your career zone, so utilise your ambition, communication skills and natural charisma to attract opportunities into your world. Then use your can-do Capricorn attitude to take action.

GEMINI (MAY 21 - JUNE 20)

Mercury, Mars and the solar eclipse are all energising your creativity and peer group zones. So it’s a wonderful week to create, inspire, socialise and fraternise. An exciting new romance or friendship could be just around the corner.

LIBRA (SEP 23 - OCT 22)

Saturn and Pluto stymie motivation and slow progress. You could also disappoint yourself, as you find it difficult to stick to your chosen diet, daily exercise program or usual beauty routine. Perhaps it would be better to moderate your perfectionist streak.

AQUARIUS (JAN 20 - FEB 18)

With Mars visiting your professional zone, be more proactive about where you are heading. Don’t just hope that things will magically change. Saturday night’s solar eclipse is the ideal time to set intentions and make wishes.

CANCER (JUNE 21 - JULY 22)

If you are crabby with friends and family members this week, then they will be in the mood to fight back. So do your best to be more compassionate towards loved ones. Try to view a troubled close relationship from a much more philosophical perspective.

SCORPIO (OCT 23 - NOV 21)

Venus transits into your networking zone on Monday, which bodes well for connecting with friends, colleagues and your extended peer group. Then the solar eclipse lights up your solitude/soul zone. So it’s time to slow down and look within.

PISCES (FEB 19 - MAR 20)

Tuesday’s Venus/Saturn opposition revs up your relationship zone. So be careful what you say to a loved one. Saturday night’s solar eclipse spotlights close partnerships. Have you been feeling frustrated about a dream or goal?

9. In which country is the Rimutaka Range located?

10. Joe DiMaggio and Arthur Miller both married which actress in the 1950s?

DON’T JUST SETTLE FOR YOUR CURRENT HIGH RATE

Despite the Reserve Bank of Australia’s prudent pause in interest rates since July, recent research has revealed many experts are expecting another rate rise this year.

Finder head of consumer research Graham Cook says that of the experts who weighed in, 48 per cent believe the cash rate has peaked at 4.10 per cent. However, 42 per cent believe the rate will peak at either 4.35 per cent or 4.60 per cent.

And with 40 per cent of fixed-rate loans outstanding in early 2022 expiring by the end of 2023 and a further 20 per cent by the end of 2024, leading broker Louisa Sanghera says existing borrowers will be doing their homework to secure the best home loan rates.

“This equates to 590,000 loan facilities in 2022, 880,000 in 2023 and 450,000 in 2024, according to the Reserve Bank of Australia,” Ms Sanghera says.

“The bulk of fixed-rate loans are expiring in the second half of this year, with many existing borrowers having to renegotiate with their current lenders because they are unable to refinance.

“The rapid increase in interest rates

since May last year means many existing borrowers are stuck with their current lenders because they simply don’t qualify to refinance elsewhere at present.

“However, that doesn’t mean that borrowers need to just accept any old ‘offer’ from their lender or – worse still – simply allow their home loans to roll over to the advertised variable rates.

“Rather, by being proactive and undertaking some simple research, existing borrowers can give themselves a better chance of securing a much better home loan rate.”

FIVE TOP STRATEGIES FOR HOME LOAN NEGOTIATION

1. Find the best rate on offer – Ms Sanghera says borrowers should research the best home loan rates currently on offer in the market and use this research as leverage with their current lenders. “Find the best rate in the market, then take that rate to your bank and ask them to beat it,” she says.

2. Speak to the retention team – Ms Sanghera says borrowers often make the mistake of talking to the wrong people when renegotiating their home loans.

“Always ask for the bank’s retention team directly as they have the best rates, rather than someone who may just be in the home loan call centre,” she says.

3. Don’t give up – Ms Sanghera says too many borrowers are passive when it comes to their home loans. Instead, they should be proactive whenever possible. “If the rate they offer you is still underwhelming, don’t give up, and repeat the same process every six months,” she says.

4. Name drop your LVR – Ms Sanghera says many existing borrowers have built up significant equity in their homes over recent years, which they can use to their advantage in negotiations. “Lower loan-to-value ratios, or LVRs, do carry lower rates with lenders. So, if your property has gone up in value, you may qualify for a cheaper rate. So, make sure you know your current LVR before calling,” she says.

5. Ask for fee waiver – Ms Sanghera says sometimes banks simply won’t offer a lower rate, but there are still ways for borrowers to save money. “If they say they can’t lower the rate, then ask if they can waive the annual fee instead.”

Existing home loan borrowers should do their homework to secure a better deal, experts say, especially if more financial pain is coming.

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.

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

Palmview, 17 Sienna Crescent

Relaxed, Convenient Family Living

years & counting...

It is said that our earliest memories help form the basis of the person we become. For Ross Cattle, these memories are of valuable time spent with his dad on building sites – a fun pastime that developed into a celebrated career.

“My dad was a builder and a building surveyor so building and houses were a huge part of my life from a young age,” Ross shares. “I can still remember being a toddler, cleaning and picking up timber off-cuts on those building sites for my dad on the weekends.

“I went on to complete my apprenticeship as a carpenter at the age of 17 and then underwent further study in the construction field for three more years.

“When I had the opportunity to work as a sales agent in real estate, I knew it was going to work because it was so natural for me. I love the positive environment of real estate. Having the skills around construction definitely gives you an edge and the ability to further support buyers and vendors.”

The Sunshine Coast property market clearly runs deep in Ross’ veins. He began selling display homes in Landsborough at the age of 22 before moving into the wider market under the umbrella of a well-known brand.

He has now come full circle, heading up his own agency alongside wife Angela, and sharing his knowledge with their children. This family connection brings Ross evident joy. “My youngest son Hugo works on weekends at Define Property Agents and aspires to become an auctioneer. My daughter Madi helps with letterbox drops of promotional collateral for the sales and property management team.

“It’s any parent’s dream to work alongside their children, but that will be determined by them as they get a little older. Time will tell.”

It was a desire to balance work with family life that led Ross to

The story of Define

launch his own agency in 2006. He had no clients, no database, no marketing materials.

“I put my own house in the shop window thinking if I couldn’t get any listings, I would have to sell our house to survive. When I made the choice to open my own practice, I wanted to be different and hold real value in terms of clients. I didn’t want a business based on transactions, I didn’t want to focus on the deal, but rather on the client.

“That is our value still today. All of our staff have that collective goal to put our clients’ best interests first.”

Ross has proven that authentic business and relationships work. He says that although he’s met some “cool characters’’ along the way (among famous footballers, Ross also managed a wellknown businessman’s portfolio of the Versace apartments on the Gold Coast), one of the true highlights of his career has been nurturing his real estate team.

“Giving people the opportunity to flourish and see their living improve from a work and personal sense, that’s a privilege. In addition, despite sounding cliché, I also love finding everyday people their dream homes. Some of my closest friends today are families who I sold property to 10 or 20 years ago.

“In real estate you meet some wonderful people and I believe in building those relationships beyond the transaction. It’s about people, not just the real estate.”

17 years & counting...

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

Define Property’s firm commitment to professionalism and attention to detail with uncompromised strategic marketing, genuine client service, superior sales and negotiation skills guarantees a successful outcome for buyers and sellers at any price level. The main focus of Define Property Agents is selling and managing residential property with a range of

complementary services to make it simple for clients to do business.

In addition to the residential sales and property management teams, Define Property offers expert support in areas of mortgage finance, project marketing, investment sales and commercial sales and leasing.

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

“At Define, we’re about relationships, people and property.”

83M SWEEPING WATER FRONTAGE – GRAND MINYAMA ISLAND ESTATE

6 Minyama Island, Minyama

Introducing 6 Minyama Island, an impressive riverfront masterpiece. With this property’s unique extensive 83m water frontage, you embrace sweeping views which extend to the north, west and south. Step beyond the entrance and the majestic split staircase into the beautiful formal lounge with double height windows where you can capture the generous and breathtaking river panorama. Here the property curves around drawing you into the kitchen and dining where you will discover further water views to appreciate. This stunning home capitalises on the curved block without compromising on the external spac es. Outside the expansive deck wraps around the waterside perimeter, linking onto the jetty and 12m pontoon. This home off ers a wonderful balance of elegance and practicality. For an exclusive viewing of this one-off island masterpiece, please contact Richard or Loren before you miss this opportunity.

• ½ acre (approx.) lot

• Extensive main river views

• Multiple living spaces

• Inground pool with river views

• Easy access to schools

• 12m pontoon and jetty

• 83m water frontage

• Exclusive island living

• Close to all amenities

• Countless opportunities

• Architect designed home

• Triple garage

Auction: Saturday 21st October at 12pm

Inspect: By Prior Appointment

Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188

Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

543 1300 400 777 nextpropertygroup.com.au

PERFECT HOME FOR ENTERTAINING & ROOM FOR A POOL!

5 Pamphlet Place, Pelican Waters

Immerse yourself in the seclusion, luxury and space delivered when you step inside 5 Pamphlet Place. Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in the ever-soughtafter Pelican Waters, this stunning 4-bedroom home is perched on a luscious 827m2 block. Perfectly landscaped, this near canal sanctuary delivers breathtaking elegance and finesse in one of the most prestigious locales on the Sunshine Coast.

are proud to present to the market for the very first time the unique opportunity to acquire 41 Buderim Avenue, Mooloolaba.  A blue-chip opportunity, older style apartments knocking on the doors of Mooloolaba and Alexandra Headland. Small developments are in such great demand, so for more information on this complete package please contact Richard or Loren.

LOOKING FOR THE BEST PROPERTY MANAGEMENT TEAM ON THE COAST?

Next Property Group understands that your investment is a business and like any business needs to be attentively & effectively managed. With a focus on you & your investment, our team of experienced professionals aim to provide impeccable service, on time, every time.

You know who to call NEXT! 1300 400 777 | nextpropertygroup.com.au

8 Island Court, Minyama

Nestled at the heart of Minyama’s prestigious waterfront enclave, 8 Island Court is a must see. The moment you set foot on the meticulously manicured property you will feel at home. 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.

• 34m fan frontage

• Home in a quiet cul-de-sac

• 15m pontoon & 8m jetty

• Separate 1 Bedroom studio

• 150m2 over water deck

• Space for a pool (plans available)

432

Auction: Saturday 21st October at 1pm Onsite

Inspect: Saturday 7th October 2-2.30pm

Richard Scrivener 0416 799188

Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

1300 400 777 nextpropertygroup.com.au

NORTH FACING DEEPWATER MINYAMA – 34M FAN FRONTAGE

WELCOME TO A FRESH NEW REAL ESTATE APPROACH ON THE SUNSHINE COAST

Established in June 2023 I am proud to bring you Mooloolaba’s newest boutique Real Estate Agency. Whisker Coastal Property delivers a commitment to its core values: Integrity, Trust and Loyalty.

We understand that the process of selling and buying property is about relationships and trust, so we take great pride in forging strong and lasting relationships with out clients. We ensure our clients’ needs and objectives are prioritised above all else.

Whether you’re selling or buying, we’re here to provide you with honest advice, transparent communication, and unparalleled support. We believe that integrity is the foundation of all our actions and interactions with our clients, employees, and suppliers, and this shines through in our honest and reliable transactions.

I look forward to discussing and support you with all your Real Estate requirements.

Grant Whisker Director/Principal

203/20

leled offers age for

Welcome to the epitome of luxury living at Apartment 203, situated in the exclusive Sea Pearl complex overlooking the stunning Mooloolaba Esplanade and beach. This remarkable apartment offers an unparalleled living experience that is truly one-of-a-kind extending a total of 418m2. A huge wraparound terrace that offers direct access to the pool, along with a sizable alfresco pavilion with an outdoor kitchen sets the perfect stage for outdoor dining and entertainment.

Grant Whisker 0415 856 575

grant@whiskercoastal.au

MOOLOOLABA .au

4 Trinidad

Street

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 7th October12-12.30pm Wed 11th October 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 7th October @ 10.00am Thurs 5th October @ 5-5.30pm

Karen Jones 0405 122 526

AUCTIONS

Sat, 7 Oct, 10am

Open from 10am

4 Sunpointe Street, Maroochydore

Pam Thomas 0438 272 096

Megan Murray 0414 734 929

Sat, 7 Oct, 10am

Open from 9am

8 Sumatra Court, Kawana Island

Michael Chapman 0422 010 000

Will Van den Dungen 0438 130 188

Sat, 7 Oct, 10am

Open from 9:30am

56 Hillcrest Avenue, Nambour

Michael Sco 0488 969 970

Please call the agent for details to register for online auc ons.

Sat, 7 Oct, 10am

Open from 9:30am

8 Brushwood Court, Buderim

Chevonne Rees 0473 810 820

Jake Loiero 0448 000 933

Sat, 7 Oct, 10am

Open from 9:30am

35 Kurrajong Crescent, Meridan Plains

Adam Budd 0411 808 595

Sat, 7 Oct, 11am

Open from 9:30am

175 Esplanade, Golden Beach

Andrew Garland 0403 851 777

Sat, 7 Oct, 11am

19 Kerenjon Avenue, Buderim

Open from 10:30am

Auc on Saturday 11am

Brodie Rodgers 0406 501 684

Sat, 7 Oct, 11am

Open from 10:30am

17/18 Edward Street, Alexandra Headland

Candice Contencin 0412 880 084

Sat, 7 Oct, 12pm

Open from 12pm

616/102 Alexandra Parade, Alexandra Headland

Pam Thomas 0438 272 096

Sarah Olsen 0436 325 257

Sat, 7 Oct, 3pm

Open from 2:30pm 508/59-75 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba

Peter King 0408 798 346

Tues, 10 Oct, 5:30pm

Open from 5pm

14 Zante Lane, Kawana Island Will Van den Dungen 0438 130 188

Wed, 11 Oct, 6:30pm

Open from 5:45pm

5 Moondarra Crescent, Mooloolaba

Fiona Rawson 0401 186 261

Thurs, 12 Oct, 5:30pm

20 Grey Gum Drive, Li le Mountain Ryan Bradeley 0418 793 670

Thurs 12 Oct, 11am

In Rooms, Sunshine Coast

Func on Centre, 19 West Tc, Caloundra RSL

See following pages for details.

OPEN HOMES & PRIVATE INSPECTIONS

You are welcome to a end our open homes or please call the agent to arrange your private inspec on or virtual tour.

AUCTION

14 Fairlie Crescent, Moffat Beach

Si ng proudly on its elevated 692m2* allotment and designed with relaxed open plan beachside living in mind, this beau ful architecturally designed beach home takes advantage of its ideal north-east aspect crea ng light-filled living spaces blessed with soothing ocean views.

• Gourmet kitchen with its sea of stone benchtops

• Open-plan living area with polished hardwood floors & vaulted ceiling

• Self-contained detached granny flat – perfect for dual living

• Private and secure quality home just moments from the ac on

WHY WAIT?

3 3 1 1

Auc on In Rooms

Sunshine Coast Func on Centre

19 West Terrace, Caloundra

Thurs, 12 Oct, 11am

View Fri & Sat 12-12:30pm

Andrew Garland 0403 851 777

*Approximately

raywhitecaloundra.com.au

SALE 5 2 3 1 1,054

10 Pamphlet Place, Pelican Waters

Embrace the relaxed waterfront lifestyle in the pres ge residence with the luxury of an extra-large pontoon on the Pelican Waters deepwater canal. Fully renovated throughout, a stunning kitchen with quality stone benchtops and the open plan layout creates a beau ful and prac cal space seemingly blending modern design with coastal living. This residence also features a deligh ul poolside cabana, exquisite for soaking in the sun and relaxed summer days enjoying the serene waterways by the sparkling pool.

WHY WAIT?

Sale Expressions of Interest

Closing, 12pm Friday 20 October

View

Thursdays 5pm to 5:30pm

Saturdays 10am to 10:45am

Dwight Ferguson 0412 385 720

raywhitepelicanwaters.com.au

AUCTION THIS WEEKEND 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 roo op pool & bbq area, gym & steam room

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

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

WHY WAIT?

AUCTION THIS WEEKEND

19 Kerenjon Avenue, Buderim

This charming home is nestled in a serene elevated posi on, facing north and set on a spacious 809m2 lot enclosed by a secure fence. Its standout features include excep onal privacy and a beau ful outlook that encompasses both ocean glimpses and a picturesque leafy landscape. Step onto the expansive deck, where you can savour gentle breezes, unwind in comfort, and entertain in style.

WHY WAIT?

AUCTION

1/38-42 King Street, Buderim

Offering an exci ng opportunity to own a unit in the highly sought-a er Phoenix Rise complex, this bo om level unit provides ample space and single-level living. While it retains its original condi on, the unit is impeccably maintained. It’s an ideal choice for buyers looking to embark on a renova on project to make the most of the generous space it offers or for savvy investors seeking a valuable property.

WHY WAIT?

3 2 2 809

Auc on On site Sat, 7 Oct, 11am

View Sat, 7 Oct, 10:30-11am

Brodie Rodgers 0406 501 684

raywhitebuderim.com.au

Auc on On site Saturday, October 28, 10am

View Saturday 1-1:30pm

2 2 1

Brodie Rodgers 0406 501 684

raywhitebuderim.com.au

PROPERTY

DESIGNS ON THE HIGH LIFE AT ALEX

From page 39

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his award-winning, tri-level, designer home in Alexandra Headland’s coveted ‘Golden Triangle’ is positioned to maximise its northern aspect and elevation on a 511 sqm block. It showcases glorious ocean views that encompass Mount Coolum and Old Woman Island and circulates cooling sea breezes throughout. The floor plan has excellent separation, as well as inviting communal zones. The home comprises four bedrooms, four bathrooms plus powder room, separate living areas, two well-equipped kitchens, expansive upper deck and ground-floor terrace overlooking the in-ground pool. A wine cellar and triple lock-up, plus on-site visitor parking, also are included.35 GEORGE STREET, ALEXANDRA HEADLAND

Kate Jewry 0404 817 916

Jay Sherwell 0434 552 025

AUCTION 4 2 2 1 1328

5 Bridalveil Court,

“ Bridalveil on Buderim”

Buderim

• Classic & authen c Queenslander style home

• Modern build, first class condi on – ‘Circa 1995’

• Tall 2,700mm ceilings, pa na rich polished mber floors

• Private & peaceful, nature’s doorstep se ng

• 1,328m2 site, fenced, gardens & lawn

Auc

Rob Horne 0429 508 705

Sally Horne 0409 561 638

raywhitebuderim.com.au

4 bed, 4 bath, 3 car Buyers around $5 million should make inquiries HOME Sunshine Coast 0499 466 372

AUCTION

57 Mountain View Road, Bald Knob

Presenting The Lake House on Mountain View Road

Discover an idyllic sanctuary of peace and absolute privacy at ‘The Lake House’, an exclusive 35-acre estate located on the coveted Mountain View Road on the eastern side of Maleny. With breathtaking vistas of the Glasshouse Mountains, Bribie Island, and extending beyond to Brisbane, the unparalleled beauty of this parkland-like estate will captivate your senses and inspire tranquility.

For those seeking an escape from the ordinary and a property that harmoniously blends luxury and nature in a whisper-quiet setting, this unique retreat in Maleny is the opportunity you have been waiting for.

• 35 acres of private, parkland estate

• Expansive outdoor areas that offer scenic views

• Stunning spring-fed lake with waterfall feature

• Whisper quiet plateau - a true sanctuary

remaxhinterland.com.au

Each office independently owned and operated

• Spacious executive home with soaring ceilings

• Separate guest suite and office/library

• Self-contained caretaker’s cottage

• Ducted air / double-sided fireplace / 15kW solar

4 5 4

Auction: Onsite 21st October 12pm

Inspect: Contact agent for times

View: remaxhinterland.com.au/ lakehouse

RE/MAX Hinterland Team 0447 737 737

ADDRESS 32 Maple Street, Maleny QLD 4552

OFFICE 07 5408 4220

Auction this Saturday

Your Slice of Paradise Awaits

60 Jensen Road, Ninderry QLD 4561

2.5-acre haven offering space, serenity, and seclusion. Perfect for your family or those looking to

brick home boasts four bedrooms and a spacious family room, nestled in beautiful gardens.

Auction: This Saturday October 7th at 11am

Inspect: This Saturday 10 - 11am

Agent: Greg Young 0488 238 988 greg@youngpropertygroup.com.au

Your Amazing Lifestyle Opportunity Awaits

U6 ‘Vardon Point’, 1 Millennium Circuit

Pelican Waters

- Luxury living, location, privacy and security

- North-East extended balcony

- Seamless flowing floorplan

- Tranquil golf course and lake views

- Complex providing recreational facilities

Denise Ruhle 0413 956 153

Stone Real Estate Golden Beach 5492 2555

PRICE: $1.6m

38 Amaroo Drive, Buderim

4235634sqm

For Sale

Open For Inspection

Saturday 7th October 10:30am - 11:00am

Northern Escarpment Sanctuary on Buderim

Perfectly harmonising historical character, lush landscaped surrounds & incredible vistas over the Sunshine Coast, 38 Amaroo Drive is a genuinely unique offering situated in one of Buderim’s most revered cul de sacs.  A substantial 5,634m2 parcel of land positioned on the prized Northern escarpment ensures the greenery, outlooks and cooling summer breezes will be yours to enjoy in perpetuity. The unique & character-filled abode is of Rammed Earth construction, designed to maximise outlooks from living & bedrooms. Just a 5min stroll from Buderim Village & State School.

Dan Smith 0438 120 776

dansmith@theagency.com.au

116 MOOLOOLAH DRIVE, MINYAMA

NORTH FACING BLUE - CHIP RIVERFRONT

POOL

is magnificent lifestyle home is perfectly positioned on its wide fan-shaped 963m2 riverfront block to maximise on its prized northerly aspect; offering deepwater access with 26.4-metre frontage, it is a boating enthusiasts absolute dream. Covering approximately 629m2 this is a capacious residence offering an enviable lifestyle on a grand scale.

Mooloolah Drive is one of southeast Queensland’s most prestigious addresses – home to multimillion dollar ‘showstopping’ properties; it is exclusive, well-located (just minutes to beaches, shopping, dining), and incredibly desirable.

FOR SALE: $6M+

OPEN HOME: SAT 7TH OCTOBER, 10 -10:30AM

• North facing designer residence on 963m2

• 26.4m wide water frontage

• Jetty and powered pontoon

• Deepwater access, views across Mooloolah River

• Expansive alfresco terraces + waterfront deck

• Sundrenched inground pool

• Triple lock up garage + wine cellar

3 Vauxhall Street Minyama

An absolute touch of class

Welcome to your exquisite haven nestled in the heart of Minyama, where a harmonious blend of coastal chic and contemporary luxury awaits. Situated on a large 650m2 plot, this meticulously renovated residence offers generous living spaces, five bedrooms, three pristine bathrooms, and a spacious double garage with a dedicated workshop. Prepare to be entranced by this entertainer’s paradise, complete with a resort-style pool and a variety of outdoor retreats. Step through the front door and discover a wealth of welcoming living areas, ensuring you always have the perfect spot to unwind or host guests with effortless separation.

AUCTION

Thursday 19 October, 5 pm

VIEWING

Sat 7th 11-11:30am

532 650m2

CONTACT

Rebecca Fletcher 0404 866 358

rebecca@fletcherriley.com.au

Alan Riley 0422 723 719

alan@fletcherriley.com.au

10 Marawa Drive Parrearra

Neat and tidy family home - large corner block

Nestled in the heart of Parreara on a 610sqm corner block, this fantastic 4-bedroom property offers a unique blend of comfort and convenience. With an exquisite inground pool, dual street access, and a separate 1-bedroom granny flat, this home presents an array of possibilities.  This property is just minutes away from the stunning Buddina Beach, surf club, a variety of restaurants, the hospital, and Kawana Shopping World. Despite its proximity to these amenities, it’s tucked away in a quiet street, providing a peaceful retreat.

AUCTION

Saturday 14 October, 3 pm

VIEWING

Sat 7th 12pm-12:30pm

421 610m2

CONTACT

Rebecca Fletcher 0404 866 358

rebecca@fletcherriley.com.au

Alan Riley 0422 723 719

alan@fletcherriley.com.au

Buddina beachside gem - unlimited future potential

This delightful property boasts a well-maintained, neat, and tidy original home, exuding character and potential.  This home is the perfect canvas for those seeking to create their own beachside haven, and it’s equally appealing to savvy investors looking for a prime piece of real estate. Featuring three spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms, with a double garage offering secure parking for your vehicles and ample storage. Step outside into your backyard, with plenty of space to pop in a pool.  This beachside gem will be sold at Auction!

PROPERTY

AUCTION ACTION

Ray White, The Auction Event 2023 results

34 AMIGH ROAD, LANDSBOROUGH

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $780,000

4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Heather Kuyper, 0493 549 588

16/82-86 RIVER ESPLANADE, MOOLOOLABA

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $4,590,000

3 Bed, 3 Bath, 4 Car, Pool

Ray White, Dan Sowden and Rueben Park, 0412 201 914 / 0413 371 696

6A MARTINS CREEK ROAD, BUDERIM

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $1,225,000

4 Bed, 3 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Brodie Rodgers and Jake Loiero, 0406 501 684 / 0448 000 933

36 CHELSEA CRESCENT, MINYAMA

Passed in at $2,300,000

5 Beds, 3 Bath, 3 Car, Pool

Ray White, Brent Higgins, 0414 775 133

26/42-56 RIVER ESPLANADE, MOOLOOLABA

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $1,250,000

3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Car

Ray White, Brent Higgins, 0414 775 133

60 NEERIM DRIVE, MOOLOOLABA

Passed in at $965,000

3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Brent Higgins, 0414 775 133

3/8 LEVUKA AVENUE, KINGS BEACH

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $1,310,000

3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Steven Allen and James Goldsworthy, 0416 110 918 / 0400 635 141

14 THE GROVE, ALEXANDRA HEADLAND

Passed in at $1,130,000

5 Bed, 4 Bath, 3 Car

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

40 BAROONA STREET, WURTULLA

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $1,180,000

6 Bed, 3 Bath, 3 Car

Ray White, Lachie Woods, 0477 552 268

14 ESCOLAR DRIVE, MOUNTAIN CREEK

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER $865,000

4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Alex Dennien and Jake Farthing, 0402 362 336 / 0429 727 880

17 BEDARRA CIRCUIT, MAROOCHYDORE

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $$1,150,000

3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

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

17/29-31 TARCOOLA AVENUE, MOOLOOLABA

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $900,000

3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Brent Higgins, 0414 775 133

403/61-65 SIXTH AVENUE, MAROOCHYDORE

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER $1,425,000

2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Car

Ray White, Reuben Park, 0413 371 696

8 EMPEROR AVENUE, MAROOCHYDORE

Passed in at $825,000

4 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Car

Ray White, Adam Budd, 0411 808 595

7/15 BINDAREE CRESCENT, MOOLOOLABA

Passed in at $1,100,000

2 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Reuben Park, 0413 371 696

1 PEATLING LANE, TWIN WATERS

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $1,450,000

4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Steven Allen, 0416 110 918

16 HADDYS CLOSE, MOUNTAIN CREEK

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $886,000

4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Fiona Rawson, 0401 186 261

1 BLUSH STREET, CALOUNDRA WEST

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $640,000

3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Steven Allen, 0416 110 918

123 OLD PALMWOODS ROAD, WEST WOOMBYE

Passed in at $780,000

Land, Ray White, Ari Whisson and Niall Molloy, 0449 690 995 / 0448 954 272

48 THOMPSON ROAD, BEERWAH

Passed in at $940,000

5 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Matt O’Grady and Alisha Galea, 0414 317 385 / 0400 298 611

22 BRISBANE ROAD, MOOLOOLABA

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $5,310,000

12 Bed, 6 Bath, 8 Car

Ray White, Reuben Park, 0413 371 696

52 SHAMROCK PLACE, PALMVIEW

Passed in at $775,000

4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Tully Thompson, 0428 959 238

2/20 CITRON PLACE, PALMWOODS

Passed in at $630,000

3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Car

Ray White, Sarah-Louise Anderson and Patrice

McFarland, 0418 200 471 / 0407 253 570

1 HEADLAND DRIVE, BIRTINYA

Passed in at $950,000

5 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Ryan Bradeley, 0418 793 670

144/19A WIRRAWAY STREET, ALEXANDRA HEADLAND

Sold prior to auction for $1,300,000

3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

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

4 TORTOLA PLACE, KAWANA ISLAND

Passed in at $1,080,000

5 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Will Van den Dungen and Dan McNamara, 0438 130 188 / 0458 010 889

18 TOMMYS COURT, BUDERIM

Passed in at $950,000

4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Jake Loiero, 0448 000 933

2705/100 DUPORTH AVENUE, MAROOCHYDORE

Passed in at $1,400,000

3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Brent Higgins, 0414 775 133

25/19 RIVIERA PLACE, MOUNTAIN CREEK

Passed in at $650,000

3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Michael Chapman, 0422 010 000

2/5 MAROOCHY WATERS DRIVE, MAROOCHYDORE

Passed in at $1,200,000

4 Bed, 3 Bath, 2 Car, Pool

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

24 KENTIA STREET, HIGHWORTH

Passed in at $750,000

3 Bed, 2 Bath, 4 Car

Ray White, Michael Scott and Ryan Aldred, 0488 969 970 / 0418 849 558

11 ALBYN PLACE, GLASSHOUSE MOUNTAINS

Passed in at $730,000

4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Sarah-Louise Anderson and Patrice

McFarland, 0418 200 471 / 0407 253 570

5/22-24 META STREET, MOOLOOLABA

Sold prior to auction for $700,000

2 Bed, 1 Bath, 1 Car

Ray White, Brent Higgins, 0414 775 133

13 HILLSBOROUGH CIRCUIT, MOUNTAIN CREEK

Passed in at $760,000

4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Lachie Woods, 0477 552 268

1/123-240 ALEXANDRA PARADE, ALEXANDRA HEADLAND

Passed in at $545,000

2 Bed, 1 Bath, 1 Car

Ray White, Brent Higgins, 0414 775 133

7 BANYANDAH STREET, NORTH YANDINA

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $1,020,000

5 Bed, 2 Bath, 3 Car

Ray White, Jason Mills, 0417 343 289

19 FITZROY COURT, KAWANA ISLAND

Passed in at $1,100,000

5 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car, Pool

Ray White, Lachie Woods, 0477 552 268

33 WURTULLA STREET, MAROOCHYDORE

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $1,974,000

4 Bed, 3 Bath, 2 Car, Pool

Ray White, Jason Mills, 0417 343 289

38 BEDARRA CIRCUIT, MAROOCHYDORE

Passed in at $810,000

3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Steven Allen, 0416 110 918

8 CURBARRA STREET, BUDDINA

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $1,255,000

4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Ryan Bradeley, 0418 793 670.

*As supplied by contributing real estate agencies

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

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7.30 Beach House Hunters.

8.30 MOVIE The Expendables 3. Statham. A team of mercenaries battles an arms trader.

11.00 MOVIE Creed II. (2018) (M)

6pm Nine News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Riverdance 25th Anniversary Special.

8.00 MOVIE Dirty Dancing. (1987)

in love with a dancing teacher.

10.00 MOVIE Music & Lyrics. (2007)

6.30pm The Project.

7.30 The Graham Norton Show.

8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (M) Hosted by Tom Gleisner.

9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M)

10.30 Road To The Melbourne Cup Carnival.

11.00 The Project.

9.30 The Cheap Seats. (M) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and

10.30 So Help Me Todd. (PG)

6.30pm News.

7.30 South America With Simon Reeve. (PG)

8.40 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire: Women And Power. ancient Egypt.

9.40 U-96, The True Story Of Das Boot.

6.30pm News.

7.30 Norfolk Island With Ray Martin. (PG)

8.30 Scotland’s Riverwoods. (PG) the forest.

9.35 World’s Most Scenic

8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (M) Hosted by Tom Gleisner. 9.40 The Betoota Advocate Presents.

6pm

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Sri Lanka With Alexander Armstrong. Part 1 of 3.

8.30 While The Men Are Away. (MA15+) A POW camp opens near the town.

9.40 Elvis’ Women: A Renaissance And A Reckoning. (M) Part 3 of 3.

DIGITAL CHOICE

ABC PLUS (CH22) 7TWO (CH72) 7MATE (CH74) 9GO! (CH82) 9GEM (CH81) BOLD (CH53) PEACH (CH52)

7.30pm Spicks And Specks. (PG) 8.00 Would I Lie To You?

(PG) 8.30 MOVIE Paddington 2. (2017) (PG) Ben Whishaw. 10.10 Noughts + Crosses. 11.10 Would I Lie To You? 11.40 QI.

7.30pm Spicks And Specks. 8.00 QI. 8.30 Greg Davies: The Back Of My Mum’s Head. (MA15+) 10.00 Whose Line Is It Anyway?

10.20 Mock The Week. 10.55 Staged. 11.20 Superwog.

7.30pm Spicks And Specks. (PG) 8.00 QI. (PG) 8.30 Louis Theroux: Behind Bars. (M) 9.30 You Can’t Ask That. (M) 10.05 Vera. (M) 11.35 Civilisations. (PG)

7.30pm Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 MythBusters. 9.20 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces: Snow Special. 10.10 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery.

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. (PG) 7.30 Pie In The Sky. (PG) 8.30 Escape To The Country.

6pm Football. AFL Women’s. Round6. Western Bulldogs v Carlton. 8.15 MOVIE Reign Of Fire. (2002) (M) Christian Bale. 10.25 MOVIE The Towering Inferno. (1974) (PG)

7.30pm MOVIE Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone. (2001) (PG) Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson. 10.40 MOVIE Walking Tall. (2004) (M) Dwayne Johnson.

5.30pm The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30pm Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 To Catch A Smuggler: USA. 8.30 Locked Up Abroad. (M)

Underworld Inc.

Notorious: River Valley Killer.

6pm Friends. (PG) 7.00 Friends. 7.30 Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG)

9.00 The Big Bang Theory. (M) 9.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 11.00 Frasier. (PG)

with MWP’s man in the water

10.10 Tomorrow Tonight.

10.40 Would I Lie To You?

6pm Heathrow. (PG)

6.30 Bondi Vet. (PG)

7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG) 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 The Great Outdoors: Greatest Escapes. (PG)

6.30pm Escape To The Country. 8.30 Call The Midwife. (M) 9.40 Miniseries: The Pembrokeshire Murders. (M) 10.45 Murdoch Mysteries. (M)

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

6pm AFL Women’s. Round6. Brisbane Lions v Collingwood.

8.15 Surveillance Oz. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Starship Troopers. (1997) (MA15+) 11.05 MOVIE Universal Soldier. (1992) (MA15+)

6pm Border Security USA. (PG) 7.00 Border Security. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE White House Down. (2013) (M) Channing Tatum. 11.15 MOVIE The Darkest Minds. (2018) (M)

6.30pm Pawn Stars. (PG) 7.30 Counting Cars. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE

Charlie Hunnam, Rinko Kikuchi, Charlie Day. 11.10 MOVIE Ninja Assassin. (2009) (MA15+) Rain.

7.30pm MOVIE Nanny McPhee And The Big Bang. (2010) (G) Emma Thompson, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Ralph Fiennes. 9.40 MOVIE Whip It! (2009) (M) Elliot Page, Drew Barrymore.

6.30pm MOVIE Zookeeper. (2011) (PG) Kevin James, Rosario Dawson, Leslie Bibb. 8.30 MOVIE Jurassic World. (2015) (M) Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Ty Simpkins. 11.00 Grimm. (MA15+)

6pm Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG) 7.00 Young Sheldon. (PG) 7.30 RBT. (M) 8.30 MOVIE The Expendables 2. (2012) (MA15+) 10.30 Young Sheldon. (PG) 11.00 Homeland. (MA15+)

4.15pm MOVIE The Alamo. (1960) (PG)

6.20pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 10.15 Friends.

Righto then, it is official: the surf is crap. That said, a friend reports that early last week, he witnessed quite a few shoulder/head peaks along Kawana and Wurtulla.

6.30pm Cricket. ICC World Cup. Group stage. India v Australia. First innings. 7.00 M*A*S*H. 8.30 MOVIE Under Siege. (1992) (M) 10.40 Forensics: Catching The Killer.

5.30pm The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30pm Antiques Roadshow. 7.30

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 10.20 Blue Bloods. (M) 11.15 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M)

6pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (M) 9.00 Two And A Half Men. (M) 11.00 South Park. (MA15+)

So, getting up early is the best option as the NE winds will be kicking in.  The ocean has been alive with whales and I had one glide straight up to my stand up paddle board last week, with no warning it was even close.  A very cool experience. Then, I witnessed one almost upright, with its head about 3.5m out of the water. Pretty bloody amazing, to be honest.

5.30pm The BalmoralHotel:

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. (PG) 7.30 Father Brown. (M) 8.30 Miss Scarlet And The Duke. (M) 9.40 Harry Palmer: The Ipcress File. (M) 10.40 Murdoch Mysteries. (M) 11.40 Father Brown. (M)

6.30pm Pawn Stars. (PG) 7.30 The Simpsons. (PG) 8.30

MOVIE The Longest Yard. (2005) (M) Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, Burt Reynolds. 10.50 MOVIE Stripes. (1981) (M) Bill Murray.

6pm Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG) 7.00 Young Sheldon. (PG)

7.30 Survivor 45. (PG) 9.00 MOVIE This Is 40. (2012) (MA15+) Paul Rudd, Leslie Mann, Jason Segel. 11.40 Young Sheldon. (PG)

6.30pm Cricket. ICC World Cup. Group stage. Australia v South Africa. First innings. 9.00 MOVIE Mechanic: Resurrection. (2016) (MA15+) 11.00 Rosewood.

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 Bull. (M) 8.30 NCIS. (M) 9.30 NCIS: New Orleans. (M) 10.30 Socceroos Magazine Show. 11.00 FBI. (M)

6pm Friends. (PG)

Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. (PG) 8.00

The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 9.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 11.30 Frasier. (PG) 0610

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