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Female brain MYSTERY OF ALZHEIMER’S

Meaning of life DECIDING WHAT REALLY MATTERS EDITION 106 JANUARY, 2024 SUNSHINE COAST >> 100% LOCALLY OWNED

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Editor’s note

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ather than the usual reporting of New Year resolutions, most of which barely see out the week, this month Allison White covers the big picture — life goals for the years ahead.

This isn’t about giving up chocolate, booze or cigarettes, losing weight and walking more often, but about the big picture stuff.

The need for reassessment of what really matters in life was brought home to me recently when my much-loved brother-in-law died.

He was a good man, loved by many, who was satisfied that he had lived a good and long life. He had been married to my sister for 52 years.

He was also realistic and as he prepared to meet his maker, he confidently said that he had enjoyed his

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life, had no regrets and was ready to be free of pain. I really admired that.

His legacy is his adoring children and grandchildren – and a lot of pipes.

He was a plumber and could point to many big projects he had worked on.

Allison’s story resonated because at the end of the day, what really mattered wasn’t career or wealth or any of the other signs of what often represents a life well lived, but that he was content at the end. His life had been good, and he left without regrets.

This is a comfort to the grieving.

This month we also introduce a new column from Linda Fitzgibbon, a retired educator who sets out to answer the question raised in the November edition, about where we are finding our spirituality.

It struck a chord with her. She says there are many dimensions to explore – definitions, spiritual wellbeing, and spirituality’s effect on individuals and the community. See what you think.

Apologies if I seem a tad maudlin as we head into another new year (with fewer ahead than behind us) but hopefully you will find it all falls on the side of thought-provoking. king.

Dorothy Whittington Editor

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COVER STORY

The meaning of life – what is it really all about?

It’s the beginning of a new year – time to set goals and perhaps take some time out to think about what is really important to us.

ALLISON WHITE discusses the meaning of life as we head into 2024.

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In our teens it had been boyfriends; in our 20s it was fashion, cars and houses; in our 30s we pursued career success; in our 40s we focused on what we wanted for our children; in our 50s retirement and a quieter life came into the picture.

In our 60s, we began thinking about our health and happiness, how life had so quickly escaped from us, and although we had largely achieved our earlier goals and ambitions, what did we really have to show for ever having existed at all?

We agreed we had abandoned the

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and the ugly that she had known in her 66 years. Had she been a good person? A good mother? A good friend? If she ceased to exist tomorrow, what would be said about her?

The dishwasher paled into insignificance, a problem that will be all but forgotten by the end of the year.

After not-so-subtly reminding her of this, we went on to continue a tradition with its roots in our days at high school, when we would discuss what we wanted from the year – the goals and ambitions that we wanted and hoped would shape our lives.

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bought an expensive dishwasher but when it arrived, there was a problem with the installation,” my old friend wailed. “A little job turned into a major job, and we now have to replace the sink to fit it in.”

I reminded her that this was very much a First World problem. Only months earlier she had been preparing to meet her maker after her cardiologist advised that she had a problem that could claim her life … well, within a heartbeat.

The scare caused her to reassess her life and contemplate the good, the bad

materialism of our younger years and now it was time to focus on what we wanted our legacy to be, how we wanted to be remembered.

And so, we arrive at 2024 – on the 70 side of 65 – grateful for having survived thus far, and it’s time to think about the purpose of this life and if there is anything that needs to be changed or indeed, can be changed.

As we come to grips with attending more funerals and farewelling old school buddies and friends from down the decades, it’s all very well to say, “live each day as if it’s your last” but that has always been a tricky concept.

If I live today like it’s my last and then survive another day, week, month or year, I will be homeless and hungry.

So, the big question remains: What is the meaning of life? What will be our legacy and does it really matter whether we simply disappear into history or leave a mark, no matter how small, on the planet?

Few will have their image immortalised in a statue, their name attached to a park or a highway, or their existence recorded beyond the Births, Deaths and Marriages registry.

But many will have children, grandchildren and great grandchildren who just might keep a photo on the wall or tell a story about the, hopefully wonderful, person they knew, however briefly.

Life’s meaning is elusive.

According to the Deep Thought computer in the cult 1970s series Hitch-Hikers Guide to the Galaxy, the answer to the great question of life is 42.

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COVER STORY its own iconic slant to the meaning of life, reminding us that we are indeed very small particles – and that people are not wearing enough hats.

Countless philosophers, psychologists and mathematicians have also struggled for centuries seeking the answer to life’s great question: “What’s it all about?”

As the old saying goes, the only certainty in life is death and taxes and, as the latter is a somewhat dry and boring topic, death potentially offers some insight to the true meaning of life.

A funeral service gives pause to ponder just what we want our legacy to be and in what context we will be best remembered, if remembered at all.

Two funerals I attended over successive weeks gave a glimpse of just what this might be.

First, there was a great corporate boss. During his life, he enjoyed riches and acclaim and its accompanying trappings – a fine house, sporty car, stylish wives, first class globe-trotting and the respect of his colleagues.

There wasn’t a lot of time to smell the roses and he did lead a busy and stressful working life, but he pursued his ambition relentlessly and achieved his career goals. There was little doubt he was a success, but cancer doesn’t really care about that.

For his funeral service, the chapel was filled with business leaders and a veritable who’s who of the business world. Fine words eloquently spoken extolled his talents and achievements.

The only tears were those shed by a small boy, his grandson.

Unfortunately, the lad who would carry his name forward and who, from all appearances was the only one there who would actually miss his presence, didn’t rate a mention in the eulogy.

A big man died, a small boy cried and life goes on.

In contrast, a funeral service for an

89-year-old woman who had lived almost all of her life in the same house in the same rural locality did not fill the chapel the following week.

She had produced a family of eight, and most of the people in the room were her descendants, along with a smattering of neighbours, and the few old friends who had not pre-deceased her.

Her eldest son, a farmer, found it hard to find words and when he did, he spoke them in a country drawl without fuss and between sniffs.

He told of her marriage in 1933 and how she had worked beside his father on the farm for 55 years, milking the cows as well as raising her family, cooking, and sewing.

After his father’s death in 1988, she had remained living alone in the same little house they had shared since their honeymoon, welcoming the arrival of new generations of children.

He spoke haltingly of how his mother’s kitchen had always been the most warm and welcoming place when he brought his friends home. Her wood stove, which she was always either

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stoking up or cooling down, took pride of place in her tiny kitchen where a light summer breeze wafted through louvred windows.

The table, bench seating either side, took up so much space he marvelled that so many boys had been able to cram around it to feast on his mother’s freshly baked scones.

He also told of how his mother, in her advanced years, had remarked that she had not contributed much to the planet.

Yet, not only had she successfully raised eight good citizens who were now happy grandparents themselves but had also worked for the war effort operating the local switchboard when telephones first came to the area.

She had supported all her growing children’s interests and actively contributed to various organisations in her community.

Her grandchildren and great grandchildren also shared memories of a much-loved and loving little old lady, explaining tearfully that she had been so much a part of their own lives.

An old woman died, everyone cried, and life still goes on.

As time goes by, the successful executive’s name is certain to retain its place in annual reports filed away in company archives.

Subsequent managers in the company to which he devoted his life may also recall his achievements from time to time.

Life was good to him while he was here and no doubt, he enjoyed the ride and found his time well-spent chasing career goals.

The old woman, on the other hand, is unlikely to be remembered in any record books but she is certain to be remembered by her children, her grandchildren and then their children.

Her photo will remain in family albums and sitting on mantelpieces, and stories of what a truly good person she was will be told around dining tables for years to come.

There is no moral to the story. It is simply an observation that if the meaning of life is related to leaving a mark on the planet, then human relationships have more potential for leaving an indelible footprint than many perceived “achievements” of the new millennium.

Of course, at the end of the day when the eulogies are read, we won’t be here to hear them anyway, so does it really matter whether we are mourned or even leave anything to show that we have been here at all?

The true meaning of life then could well be, enjoy the ride, here for a good time not for a long time and perhaps Monty Python got it right: “Well, it’s nothing very special. Uh, try and be nice to people, avoid eating fat, read a good book every now and then, get some walking in, and try and live together in peace and harmony with people of all creeds and nations”.

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MUSINGS WITH GARRY

IS CHIVALRY DEAD? ARE new doors opening for the revival of the gentlemanly art of chivalry?

In our current era where concepts of gender and relationships between men and women are evolving, many people believe chivalry is dead.

While knights no longer gallop astride their white steeds to rescue fair damsels in distress, do the courtesies inherited from the Middle Ages still count in our daily life?

Are they appreciated by women or dismissed as quaint, or even resented as condescending?

Through the 19th century, the code of chivalry morphed into a display of romanticism and good manners defining a gentleman.

While opening a door or offering to place a jacket around a female companion’s shoulders while strolling in the crisp night air may not have equated with duelling for her honour or slaying dragons in the myths of time, they were appreciated as signs of a well-mannered man.

In the 1950s, my brothers and I were reared to place women and older people on a pedestal of respect.

Not having sisters and attending an all boys’ schools, Mum translated this into a code of the language we used and the manners we displayed.

Aside from social etiquette, she emphasised that a gentleman displayed

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In any case, chivalry should be consensual.

In a recent twist on the code of chivalry, when my 88-year-old aunt Monica was about to cross a busy street, a woman’s voice cried out in alarm from behind: “Wait, that’s too dangerous!”

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by Mocco Wollert

WE ALL have the power to act but mostly we just TALK about the things that are concerning us. One thing that always gets me is when someone says, “what can I do, I am only one person, one voice”.

My answer is always: you might be one person but you have enormous power because we live in a democracy.

Your vote might be crucial to help a party over the line or help to get a project to be accepted and on the way.

Take the scenario that we might not

want the government to bring in an unreasonable law, buy land illegally or build a new flightpath.

If 100,000 voters would send a single e-mail or even a handwritten note to their member of parliament or the prime minister, stating that they would not vote for him or her unless … they might just start to listen.

It would be difficult, being able to ignore all those single voices. And 100,000 voices would be only a small percentage of the Australian population. Every voice counts.

World leaders are really great with words and so very poor in action. They still talk about the cost of shipping grain to help the hungry when those hungry have long since died of starvation.

Religious leaders have enormous power over their flocks, their words are gospel truth but where are the actions?

Why don’t the heads of our great religions step in and forbid the members of their congregations to take up arms, engage in war?

Then there are the societies and associations of groups of countries. I don’t need to name them, you all know them, founded to keep peace and help each other.

They loudly condemn unprovoked acts of aggression or the aggressors on television and radio. But that is as far as it goes and I can’t help but thinking of

tigers that roar loudly but are toothless.

I myself am guilty of shooting my mouth off about situations that concern me but my actions have been nil. I talk with anguish about the poor mistreated animals I see on my television screen but I do not volunteer at an animal shelter.

At least I make a donation now and then even if it is not much and sporadic. And yes, afterwards I get bombarded with begging letters to give more. Annoying, but maybe I should.

I am very vocal on the topic of homelessness. I loudly proclaim that we should not have homeless people in a rich country like Australia.

Something must be done about it; those people deserve better but I do not offer a room in my home to give shelter to one of them.

Today, parents must discipline their children with words only, a smack on the hand or the leg are no longer allowed. Will that make them better people when they grow up?

I am on thin ice here but as I am writing for the over 55s, I might have some grandparents sharing my thoughts.

Words are cheap, may you also take action.

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by Cheryl Lockwood

AS WE start another year, I expect some “firsts” in my life.

In 2023, I became a widow. Cancer snuck back into our lives and claimed my beloved hubby. In the same week, I turned 60.

Two weeks after that, it would have been his 63rd birthday, so when it came to some of those “firsts” without him, I got thrown in the deep end very quickly.

When his doctor told him to go home and get his affairs in order, it wasn’t the result we had expected from his routine scan. He was told to think of his remaining time in weeks, not months or years.

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Discover our man set records for shortest time taken to fall asleep. On the other hand, I found out how many tears and how much snot a human can produce.

Getting one’s affairs in order wasn’t big on the husband’s list. The man hated filling out forms of any sort. Besides checking that his will was somewhere among our paperwork, his priority was seeing his family. He quit his job and we booked flights.

A month later, we were back home when our daughter and her little family flew from Darwin to visit. She had been too pregnant to fly earlier.

When it came time for her to return home, she put forward an idea, “How about we all drive back together?”. I laughed, but hubby, sounding like an excited five-yearold, shouted just two words, “Can we?”.

The notion was absurd and I turned to tell him so, but he’d already gone out to pack the car. The man was the king of road trips. He loved to drive and cancer had taken that pastime from him.

Road trips take thought and careful planning. We would leave in four days.

Hubby fired up the station wagon and hooked up the trailer. Atop the trailer was a rooftop tent because the best road trips involve camping without luxury. Or maybe that’s just us.

Let me set the scene. A 3400km drive with a toddler, a six-week-old baby and a dying man; my daughter, her post-birth

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hormones and sleep deprivation sharing the driving with me; hubby and I sleeping in the rooftop tent each night, daughter sleeping in the back of the station wagon with her two little ones.

We removed the baby seats to fold down the back seats to make a bed and reversed the procedure every morning.

There were many kilometres of driving through remote country with multiple toilet and baby-feeding stops.

Oh, I almost forgot: the car only started with a piece of wire, shaped by hubby for that very purpose. The king of road trips was also a hell of a bush mechanic and had no issue with “hot wiring” his car rather than buying a new part. As we set off, I started praying!

Despite cancer muscling in on his brain, he remained quite well, albeit tired. A week later, we reached the Stuart Highway and that was the first time I dared to think we might make it.

By this time, he wasn’t the only tired one. Long story short, our daughter’s idea of giving her dad one last road trip came to fruition. The long story might fill a book.

Some “firsts” might not be much fun, but that’s life and the adventures will continue. As hubby always said, “there are worse things happening in the world”.

I expect he is now cracking jokes with the big man upstairs. Thanks for everything, Phillip.

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HISTORY

Glorious yet little known hinterland gem Cooloolabin may not be one of the better-known Sunshine Coast localities but, writes AUDIENNE BLYTH, it sits like a gem in the crown behind Yandina.

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he views from Point Glorious extend to the Pacific Ocean, from Double Island Point to the Glasshouse Mountains and on a hot day, the air is always cooler at Cooloolabin than on the coast.

Visitors are impressed with the heavily-timbered forest, now Mapleton National Park, and the dam. There is evidence of use by First Nations people. The name Cooloolabin comes from Aboriginal words meaning place of native bears.

Centrepiece of the locality is the Cooloolabin Hall, first known as the School of Arts and officially opened in January 1917.

And 107 years later, it is run by Cooloolabin Hall Association Incorporated, CHAI. The Fraser family were the first settlers and gave land for the hall and a tennis court. Other early settler families who worked to establish the hall were Ivins, Grigor, Kennison, Humphreys, Hillier, Love, Smith, McBaron, Drummond, Morrison

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Residents and visitors gather to celebrate the hall centenary in 2017. and Allendorf. Subscriptions funded a lending library and a piano and an accordion for dances and social occasions.

Some of the first groups to use the hall were church groups – Baptists, Presbyterians, Methodists and the Salvation Army which took one Sunday each month, generally arriving by horse.

A rifle club and farmers’ groups met there. Timber getting, dairying and growing bananas and citrus were the early industries. The Cooloolabin State

School functioned as a oneteacher school from 1915-1962.

Children were then taken by bus to nearby schools.

By 1919, a Lawn Tennis Club had been established. In an idyllic setting, families would gather to play tennis Saturday afternoons followed by a basket tea and a dance “‘til all hours” in the hall.

In the 1920s, “picture man” Mr Moskyn travelled to the hall once a month to show silent films with his own portable projector.

The Johnston family delivered cream three times a

week to Yandina in a two-horse wagon. They returned with mail and groceries. In the 1930s they used an A-model Ford utility.

This mail service continued into the 1950s. Facilities were gained by perseverance and lobbying.

Communication by 1938 was by public pay telephone which sat in a box on a fence outside Arthur and Gladys Johnston’s house. Later, a telephone exchange serving the four to six resident families was built in the Johnston’s house and looked after 24 hours a day by Gladys.

It closed in 1963 and was replaced by a direct line through to Yandina. Power came in 1965.

Residents depend on the condition of Cooloolabin Road and have always campaigned for improvements.

Cooloolabin’s vast timber resources have been used by various sawmills.

Jocumsen’s Sawmill operated there from 1919 to the mid 1920s.

Fosters’ Sawmill operated from 1932-1945. During World War II,

a US Navy team, the 55th Seabees, supplied large quantities of sawn timber and piles for wharves on bases in the Pacific.

Wilkinsons’ Yandina Sawmill was kept supplied with logs.

In February 1954, one of the worst cyclones to strike the Sunshine Coast demolished the hall. With community working bees and donations it was rebuilt using the salvaged timbers and was re-opened at a Grand Ball on August, 13, 1955.

During the 1950s and 1960s, catering for social functions meant hearty suppers of sandwiches and cakes. The hall had a reputation for good dances on an excellent floor.

The Image Flat-Cooloolabin Fire Brigade and the community have supported modernisation of the hall and it continues to provide a gathering point.

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The decorating team created a colourful and vibrant backdrop and there were upbeat sounds of the Mariachi band and Tijuana Brass.

The event began with a tequila sunrise, followed by chatting, dancing, photo-posing, and shaking of maracas.

A new club lectern banner was unveiled and a cake cut.

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A time for reflection and resolution Why is the 1st of January the day to start critical resolutions that affect health, finances, relationships, career and wellbeing?

CHARLIE GRIFFITHS writes there’s no point in waiting for a new year to change everything.

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n the words of John Lennon in 1971: Three. Two. One. Here we go again, another year over, a new one just begun.

For just about every New Year that I can remember I’ve made statements to the effect, “Thank God that year’s over, next year can only be better!” Every year!

So, what went wrong, every year? I got my noble, life-changing resolutions in on time, I cleansed the previous year, and I was full of positive energy and optimism. Yet by year’s end I was so overwhelmed by all the failures and problems that all I had to look forward to was New Year’s Eve so I could douse all the crap and start with a fresh slate.

There’s barely a soul I speak to who doesn’t have similar feelings.

Occasionally a resolution sticks but it’s usually due to a strong passion to achieve a worthwhile goal or extreme urgency from a health scare.

My observation is that goal setting success has nothing to do with dates but everything to do with personal belief and strong motivation.

I suggest that New Year’s resolutions are doomed to fail because they are

founded on procrastination and resentment.

“Procrastination?” you ask.

Well, why is the 1st of January the day to start critical resolutions that affect health, finances, relationships, career and wellbeing?

If action needs to be taken in October, why delay? Come January you would have two months head start.

Ignoring urgent action such as changing diet or having that heart checkup, could mean you don’t even see January 1.

“Resentment?” This means blaming the year that is for all that could have been and isn’t.

I’m as guilty as the next person when it comes to making excuses for my

shortcomings and as the current year’s dusk glows gold and pink in the west, it forms the perfect target.

I launch my year’s problems, failures, tragedies and desperation into the irresistible western inferno and let nature obliterate them, on my behalf.

All events, good and bad occur, then dates are attached, not the other way around, so it’s not the year’s fault.

When I wait until the 1st of January to implement my goal I’m not showing much faith in its value. If it’s truly worthwhile I’ll give it every chance to succeed by taking action straight away.

By joining the hordes of New Year’s resolutionists, will I compromise my goals?

A bit like that last minute homework assignment that was scribbled while on the bus on the way to school. I only got a C but that was better than having a letter sent home to my parents.

Instead of fixating on all that went wrong this year, I’d get more value from analysing all the data.

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BRAIN MATTERS

Understanding the female brain Why women are more at risk is one of the many unsolved mysteries of Alzheimer’s Disease. KAILAS ROBERTS explains the various factors that come into play.

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here is a not inconsiderable discrepancy between men and women when it comes to Alzheimer’s Disease – the fairer sex have roughly double the odds.

Research into the phenomenon may shed some light on the causes of Alzheimer’s more generally, and so it is relevant to us all, regardless of our biological gender.

So, let’s examine what might be driving the difference.

One of the most straightforward explanations lies in longevity.

Statistically, women live longer than men, and age is the most significant risk factor for Alzheimer’s.

In Australia in 2021, the median age of death was 79 for men and a whopping 85 for women.

Acknowledging that the rates of dementia double every five years, the age factor is quite relevant, but I’m not sure it explains it all, as at most ages over 65, more women than men seem to have the condition.

There are also likely to be genetic factors. The best example of this is the apoe4 gene type, which I have written about previously. Having this increases the

risk of developing Alzheimer’s Disease in both sexes, but its influence is more pronounced in women.

Hormones are another consideration.

There is a lot of debate about menopause and how this influences dementia risk, though there is strong data that the two are linked.

It is known, for instance, that having an early menopause is associated with a higher risk of dementia. The link is likely explained by the loss of oestrogen in particular.

This hormone is neuroprotective in several ways, including by enhancing connectivity in brain circuits crucial for learning and memory, supporting the growth of nerve cells, and dampening inflammation.

It also helps maintain blood flow to the

brain and may reduce the deposition of beta-amyloid, a protein implicated in Alzheimer’s Disease. The precipitous drop in oestrogen with menopause is therefore a potential problem.

In men, testosterone is converted to oestrogen, and although there is still a decline of this hormone with age, it is much more gradual.

And then there is evidence that certain areas of the brain shrink more readily in women than men – including the hippocampus, which is critical for memory and is an early site of damage in Alzheimer’s Disease.

Additionally, in women with Alzheimer’s Disease, other parts of the brain – including the frontal and parietal lobes - seem to attract more amyloid than in men.

Perhaps though, the difference lies in something more indirect. We know that psychological conditions such as depression and anxiety occur more frequently in women, and these conditions – if severe and protracted – are themselves associated with a higher risk of Alzheimer’s Disease.

Much of this might be related to the immune and inflammatory effects of these

mental health problems. And maybe this relates to something even more fundamental – the different societal roles and expectations of men and women.

If, as many experts believe, life is in general harder for females, this might go some way to accounting for the late life consequences of dementia.

Despite the negative findings above, after almost three years of penning these columns, I would hope that it’s apparent that I am an optimist when it comes to dementia risk reduction, and it’s important to realise that all is not doom and gloom.

Regardless of your biological sex, you still have considerable agency when it comes to brain health. Stay active, socialise, eat healthily, get good sleep, don’t overindulge, and manage stress. It will go a long way to maintaining a healthy brain.

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SPIRITUALITY

The spiritual and the religious Spirituality is more than a series of wellbeing practices, although these can’t hurt. LINDA FITZGIBBON explains that it’s not a cliché to suggest that spirituality is accessing the divine, the sacred within.

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ne of my nieces once told me that she was more of a spiritual person than a religious one. Her words have been on my mind ever since, and I have begun to wonder about the words “religion” and “spirituality”. What do they mean?

Based on everything I’ve learned in school, my experience in the world, from the media, from reading, and talking to people, it seems that religion includes a belief in the Divine. There are a number of main branches – Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Sikhism, Baha’i, Judaism, Hinduism, and Zoroastrianism.

These religions have particular prophets, traditions, and practises, which to some people may seem to be outdated dogma. I think my niece might agree.

A substantial amount has been written on the subject of religion. One main idea is that religion unites people in communities, as well as shapes their cultures.

Considering the media’s typical portrayal of religion, it is curious to note that the word itself is based on Latin religare, which means “to bind”. Religion is a source of values and ethics, from

which we learn about our dignity, our sacred origin, and our intrinsic value, while serving as a moral compass.

Religion tells us about the Divine and describes a pathway to it. Some people have moved away from traditions of the past and reject the idea of religion entirely.

The decline in the observance of religion and its practices is a predictable outcome of modernisation, and the loss of identity and meaning that has come with it. I think I understand where my niece is

coming from.

Currently, the idea of spirituality is presented in activities such as yoga, mindfulness, being in nature, or breathwork, all with an overall emphasis on wellbeing, but are these activities spiritual?

One of my daughters claims that heavy metal music is spiritual. Linda Popov presented research that found, in all the sacred texts, that virtues such as kindness, compassion, friendliness, trust, integrity, respect and so on run like a silver thread through all of them.

She also writes that in the religious texts, the idea that the purpose of life can be found in the development of justice, love, kindness, harmony and trustworthiness. To Popov, these virtues are the essence of spirituality.

I think my niece would like this idea.

So what does spiritually do?

Firstly, developing these innate virtues helps to return meaning and humanity’s true identity that has become lost since modernisation.

Secondly, the more these virtues are practised in a community the more they will be witnessed. The more they are

practised in a community, the more they will be practised across the country.

Along the way, this form of spirituality improves conditions for people. Australia celebrates Harmony Week, Mother’s and Father’s Day, World Religion Day, Anzac Day, National Sorry Day, and the International Day for Tolerance – among others.

Developed spirituality is the result of these celebrations. That is, the virtues of harmony, love and gratitude, unity, reverence, and respect, understanding, and finally tolerance are given focus and emphasis. My niece would find this idea to her liking.

I think this is a good time of year for us all to reflect spirituality, and whether the development of virtues could be purposeful in our lives.

What would peace and goodwill look like in December? What would they look like throughout the rest of the year?

My niece would be happy to think about this question.

Linda Fitzgibbon has a PhD in Applied Linguistics, She is a facilitator with the Virtues Project, an is now retired. Email linda9laugh@gmail.com

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The Dressmaker Kate Winslet won an award for best leading actress in the Australian film The Dressmaker. In Queensland, GARRY REYNOLDS talks to a talented woman who has made her name as the real dressmaker.

The Dressmaker, Bernadette Doherty

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ernadette Doherty is a dressmaker who combines a flair for fashion with fine technical skills and knowledge to create remarkable garments.

After graduating from her studies, Bernadette commenced her own business in Bendigo before working for wellknown Melbourne fashion houses.

Brimming with the confidence that came from working for leading designers for a decade, she then started her own business in Melbourne.

Bernadette’s next step up was to establish herself as a dressmaker on Sydney’s exclusive North Shore where over 24 years, she made an impression on

discriminating, wealthy clientele.

Then, seven years ago, she packed up the experience and business acumen gained in the southern capitals and moved to Queensland.

Preparing to retire after 44 years of creating exquisite gowns for a wide range of clients of various ages, Bernadette says things have changed a lot.

“In the past, girls would girls would come in with little idea of what they wanted and ask me to come up with options for a wedding dress,” she says.

“Over time, they began to arrive more aware of what they wanted, waving magazines with studio photos of models in stunning creations.”

Now, she says, they come with photos of real brides along with many ideas of what they want.

Bernadette enjoys helping mothers of the bride or groom to look and feel good as they can on the special day.

“Some mothers can be quite anxious when on show to family and friends, often it is about building their confidence,” she says.

Bernadette reflects wistfully, “I was very proud of the last dress I made, which was a beautiful outfit for a gorgeous girl as well as a wonderfully vibrant dress for her future mother-in-law.”

In another field of dressmaking – school formals – Bernadette has made many beautiful dresses but has found that girls have moved on from wanting quality creations to add to their wardrobe.

“Rather, they are seeking one-off dresses for one occasion because they don’t want to appear in social media more

An example of the glorious attention that Bernadette Doherty gives to a bridal gown. than once in the same outfit,” she says.

“They may try to sell the garment online immediately after the event.

“The trend to fast fashion is based on poorer quality materials quickly put together on an express journey to the mounting pile of clothing waste.”

Refusing to go down that path, Bernadette insisted on completing all work, including detailed hand finishing, using traditional techniques.

“I did not outsource any part of a garment’s construction.” she recalls.

The skilled dressmaker points out a worrying side effect of fast fashion, noting that there’s a growing number of quality fabric stores that supply

dressmakers closing their doors. The shrinking field is being left to online suppliers.

In Bernadette’s experience, this makes securing suitable material with flattering hues to match a woman’s complexion more difficult than simply visiting a specialist fabric outlet.

To ensure her years of refined skills are not lost, Bernadette has been conducting bespoke sewing classes and looks forward to continuing these classes after her retirement.

Perhaps her biggest legacy is the many brides who treasure memories of their wedding day. One bride wrote to her: “Thank you for making my lovely wedding dress. It was everything I envisaged and so comfortable to wear!

My partner cried when he saw me walk down the aisle and our guests used one word to describe it – stunning!”

And that’s the sort of comment that has made it all worthwhile.

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Stay hydrated over summer

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With the summer holidays well underway, it’s timely to remember the importance of hydration.

TRISTAN HALL lists the top five ways to stay on top.

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iving in Queensland, we tend to forget one important part of our health over summer – hydration.

In addition, the hidden side effects of our favourite temptations at this time of year – food, alcohol, partying, day time napping (which are wholeheartedly encouraged in moderation) – are that they tend to take fluid from the body.

Here are a few hot tips to stay cool and hydrated during the holiday season.

1. Drink water. This is the most obvious solution for maintaining hydration, but how much should we drink? A general guideline is eight cups for women and 10 for men each day, however this is affected by exertion, time in the sun, alcohol, food etc.

The more of these you do, generally the more water you should consume. If the idea of pure water is not for you, try water additives to add flavour and kick to your drinks.

2. Water alternatives. Sodas, iced tea, coffee, and other drinks that contain caffeine are second best to good old-fashioned water when you’re trying to stay hydrated. They act as diuretics, so even if you’re getting water, you’re also pulling a little extra fluid from your body because of the caffeine.

3. Eat fruit. An alternative method to stay hydrated is eating. We are blessed to have amazing fruit that are full of water available during the summer season. Cucumbers, watermelon, salads, strawberries, paw-paw are just a few fruits

that can assist with hydration levels.

Research also shows that eating foods that are full of water helps keep you satisfied on fewer calories, an added bonus.

4. Meat and other foods.

Surprisingly, meat can contain up to 60 per cent water, however you do have to be mindful of salt intake as a side effect of large meat-based meals.

Food can make up to 20 per cent of your daily fluid intake, so stay well-nourished to reduce the chances of dehydration.

5. Monitor fluid loss. It is important to monitor and maintain fluid levels. If you notice darker urine, excessive thirst or potentially even light-headedness, chances are you are starting to become dehydrated. Employ some of the above strategies to assist your fluid levels.

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Jeep produces the fair dinkum four-wheel drive There are any number of so-called SUVs on today’s market but, writes BRUCE McMAHON, Jeep’s Grand Cherokee is one of the few that fully qualifies as a proper Sports Utility Vehicle.

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In the confusion of one-label-fits-all, the ridgy-didge four-wheel drives – the likes of Toyota’s LandCruiser with two-speed transfer case, good ground clearance and a decent amount of power and torque for towing, rock climbing and such – were lumped in with SUVs that couldn’t find their way out of a muddy parking lot at the football oval.

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TECHNOLOGY

Take the time to lock the door In the ever-evolving realm of technology, we find ourselves at the intersection of convenience and security. EDIN READ takes a closer look at a crucial aspect of online security that might initially seem a mystery – two-factor authentication (2FA).

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icture this: You’re about to log into one of your online accounts and suddenly, a request for a code arrives on your phone or email. Questions naturally arise. Why this extra step, and how does it contribute to my security?

These are common queries, and I’m here to demystify the process and underline why 2FA stands as one of the most effective and user-friendly security measures available.

Two-factor authentication is essentially your digital bouncer, poised to safeguard your accounts from unauthorised access.

It introduces an additional layer of protection beyond the traditional username and password combination.

Here’s how it works: when you log in, you provide your standard credentials (username and password). Then, like a personalized key, an additional unique code is sent to your

device. This code is not a static password; it’s a dynamic, time-sensitive passphrase, only valid for a brief period.

You then take this one-time code and type it in to where you were logging in and continue as normal. There’s no need to record this password like you normally would as it is only for that time you’re logging in. Next

time you log in, a new one will be sent to you.

Think of it as a secret handshake that changes every time.

This dynamic element makes it significantly more challenging for cyber adversaries or automated systems to compromise your accounts.

Even if your password was somehow compromised, this extra hurdle adds an invaluable layer of defence as you’ll get an alert every time someone goes to log in (or you, good sign that it’s working).

Now, you might be wondering where you can implement 2FA. Many companies recognise the strength of 2FA, so it’s available almost everywhere.

Major online platforms, from email services to social media and banking, offer 2FA options.

Sometimes, you won’t have the choice to enable it as the company has already decided

that to have an account with them, 2FA is a must.

Not all logins have the option either – for example, your main computer password to log in won’t have the option, and this is OK. Your Apple ID (if you have one) has used 2FA for years and you might not have even realised.

When you go to reset your password for them after you’ve forgotten it (yes, this happens to me all too often!), a code will be sent to another one of your devices.

You enter this code on to the first device and continue to change your password as normal.

This is a way of Apple verifying that it’s you wanting to sign in and not a robot on the other side of the world trying to crack into your account.

Consider this as the digital equivalent of locking your front door. Sure, it might take a moment longer, but it

significantly enhances your security and peace of mind.

This extra layer is particularly crucial in today’s landscape of sophisticated cyber threats and data breaches.

While two-factor authentication may introduce a minor adjustment to your online routine, the transparency of its process and the enhanced security it provides make it an invaluable ally in your digital journey.

As we continue to explore the wonders of technology, let’s ensure our digital experiences are not only enjoyable but also fortified against potential threats.

The next time you encounter that prompt for an extra code, embrace it as your personalized security detail, ensuring your online experiences remain safe, secure, and truly yours.

Edin Read is founder and chief technician at Greyology Tech Support for Seniors.

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INSIGHT – WILLS AND ESTATES

Are you an Executor? How’s that working for you?

The role of an Executor is onerous, challenging, and often fraught with family tension. DON MACPHERSON explains why it is better to engage a solicitor who is familiar with the tasks involved.

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n executor is the person named in a Will who the deceased chose to administer the estate. If there is no will, then someone must apply to the court to be appointed as administrator of the estate.

The executor or administrator is responsible for the deceased’s property and for payment of all outstanding debts and taxes from the estate funds before distributing the assets of the estate to the beneficiaries of the Will.

Duties include: • Protecting and auditing the deceased’s assets and perhaps obtaining asset valuations; • Applying to the Supreme Court for a grant of Probate or Letters of Administration; • Contacting the beneficiaries of the estate to advise as to entitlements under the Will (or the next of kin in an Intestacy); • Collecting and recovering the deceased’s assets; • While assets are being collected, and debts paid, maintaining the assets of the

deceased in the interim; • Paying any debts of the deceased owing prior to death and any incurred during the course of the estate’s administration; • Defending the Will of the deceased where litigation is commenced against the estate; • Obtaining advice in relation to and attending to any tax liability of the deceased; • If necessary, Forensic Accounting; • Ensuring that a statement of assets and liabilities is maintained and provided to beneficiaries upon request and at the conclusion of the administration of the estate; • Making a distribution of the deceased’s assets to those beneficially entitled in accordance with the Will or the Intestacy Rules.

An executor also acts as trustee of the estate in holding assets on trust for the beneficiaries, for example when beneficiaries are minors or are otherwise unable to hold their entitlements under the Will.

A trustee manages money, investments, or assets on a continuing basis for the benefit of certain beneficiaries according to the wishes of the deceased.

An executor must not make distributions to beneficiaries until he or she is sure that there is no likelihood of a claim being made for a share of the estate.

The executor’s first task is to determine the assets and the liabilities of the estate.

A solicitor appointed to manage the estate will usually request the executor send to their office the following documents and papers: • Original death certificate once it has been received from the funeral home; • Any cheque books or passbooks for the deceased’s bank accounts; • Details of private health insurance and Medicare; • Registration details for any vehicle or boat held by the deceased; • Any accounts payable by the Estate; and

• Any other relevant documentation (including details of term deposits, life insurance policies and any documents held by the deceased’s accountant).

On receiving this information, a solicitor can then correspond on behalf of the executor with the asset holders such as banks, and the creditors, to determine the financial details so that a comprehensive statement of assets and liabilities can be finalised.

The role of an Executor is onerous, challenging, and often fraught with family tension. It is better to engage a solicitor who is familiar with the tasks involved, and without any emotional tensions to carry out the necessary tasks in the shortest possible time.

Don Macpherson is an expert in estate planning, management and disputes at Sunshine Coast Elder Law. Call 1800 961 622 or visit sunshinecoastelderlaw.com.au.

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WELLBEING

Network extends beyond the spinal In the realm of holistic wellness and alternative therapies, Network Spinal has been quietly revolutionising the way we approach health and wellbeing. JARAD BIANCHI explains the multiple benefits.

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ooted in the understanding that the human body possesses an innate intelligence capable of healing and self-regulation, Network Spinal has garnered attention for its unique approach to fostering physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness.

As more individuals seek comprehensive methods for enhancing their overall quality of life, the benefits of NS analysis are becoming increasingly apparent and noteworthy.

Network Spinal analysis, developed by chiropractor Dr Donald Epstein, is a gentle and non-invasive technique that focuses on facilitating the body’s innate capacity for self-healing and transformation.

Unlike traditional chiropractic adjustments that primarily address structural alignment, NS emphasises the importance of tapping into the body’s inherent intelligence to release stored tension, promote better nerve communication, and encourage overall holistic wellness.

This approach is supported by a growing body of anecdotal and scientific evidence, highlighting the potential advantages of NS. One of the primary benefits of

Network Spinal is its ability to alleviate physical discomfort and pain.

By addressing the root causes of tension and misalignment, NS helps individuals experience relief from chronic pain conditions such as back pain, neck pain, and headaches.

This holistic approach goes beyond mere symptom management, aiming to enhance the body’s ability to heal itself and prevent recurring issues.

In addition to its physical benefits, NS is

known for its positive impact on emotional wellbeing. The technique encourages the release of emotional stress and trauma that may be stored in the body. As the body’s tension patterns are gradually released, individuals often report reduced anxiety, improved mood, and a greater sense of emotional resilience.

This mind-body connection underscores the intricate relationship between our physical and emotional states, emphasising the importance of a comprehensive approach to healing.

NS analysis also has been associated with increased body awareness and mindfulness. As individuals become more attuned to their body’s sensations and signals, they develop a heightened sense of self-awareness that extends beyond the treatment sessions. This mindfulness can lead to healthier lifestyle choices, stress management, and improved overall mental clarity.

Perhaps one of the most profound aspects of NS is its potential to facilitate personal growth and transformation.

By promoting the body’s selfregulatory abilities and aligning the spine, NS creates a foundation for enhanced energy flow and increased vitality.

Many individuals report experiencing a renewed sense of purpose, improved creativity, and a deeper connection to their inner selves. This transformational aspect of NS speaks to its capacity to inspire holistic wellbeing on multiple levels.

As the field of holistic health continues to gain traction, Network Spinal stands out as a promising avenue for those seeking comprehensive and integrated approaches to wellness.

Its emphasis on the body’s innate intelligence, coupled with its potential to alleviate physical discomfort, enhance emotional wellbeing, and foster personal growth, make NS a valuable tool in the quest for optimal health.

While further research and exploration are warranted, the transformative benefits cannot be denied, and its integration into mainstream health practices holds great promise.

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HEALTH

LET THE SOUNDS OF THE SEASON RING TRUE

SUMMER SWIMMING HEARING AID REMINDER

The holiday season can bring a unique set of challenges for those dealing with hearing loss. ANDREW PATON explains.

HEARING aid wearers are reminded to be cautious during summer months when in the heat of the moment, it’s easy to forget to remove the hearing aid.

Prevention is the best medicine.

When visiting the beach or local pool, always remember to remove your hearing aid before diving into the water.

Take extra care around sandy spots and in extreme heat – sand, dust and heat can also damage a hearing aid. Place it somewhere safe, enclosed and dry.

It’s a good idea to carry a waterproof case or container if planning on visiting favourite summer spots.

Stash a case in your car, boat, or bag – any place where it can be readily accessed when needed.

So, you’ve jumped into the water and suddenly realised you’re still wearing your hearing aids. Don’t panic! All is not completely lost.

If they do get wet, remove them immediately and turn them off.

Remove the battery and allow the battery compartment to dry out fully overnight.

Gently shake to try and dislodge any water. Carefully wipe the case and inside the battery door with a soft, absorbent cloth.

This is especially important for salty water, to reduce the risk of corrosion.

Use a hearing aid dehumidifier case or

Our dear friend, let’s call her Susan, is a spirited grandmother. She found herself caught in a whirlwind of Christmas functions, from family gatherings to community events.

However, her struggle begins when she joins the festivities. The ambient noise, overlapping conversations and cheerful chaos becomes a formidable barrier for her aging ears.

As she navigates through the jumble of sounds, Susan can’t help but feel a sense of isolation. Muffled voices and missed punchlines leave her feeling disconnected, making joyous gatherings a tad less merry.

The impact of not hearing goes beyond the physical – it touches the very essence of social interaction, creating a sense of exclusion and frustration.

But the challenges don’t end there for Susan. She returns home to a house transformed into a bustling hub of grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

The giggles of excited children echo through the halls. For Susan, the cacophony becomes a formidable obstacle.

Communicating with the little ones becomes tiring. Grandma isn’t as cheerful as she would like to be.

The solution? Seek professional help from a local and independent hearing

clinic, rather than a generic hearing aid shop. These clinics, often overlooked in favour of big-box retailers, provide personalised care and attention.

Specialists emphasize the importance of tailored solutions that address individual needs and lifestyles. It’s not just about selling a device – it’s about enhancing the quality of life. It is definitely a personcentred approach.

By taking the initiative to consult a local hearing clinic, individuals like Susan can explore a range of options – from advanced hearing aids to assistive listening devices. These solutions can significantly alleviate the challenges posed by noisy environments, enabling them to fully immerse themselves in the holiday spirit.

So, let’s not overlook the silent struggles that many older adults face. Encourage them to seek the support they need, ensuring that the sounds of the season are enjoyed by all, irrespective of hearing challenges.

After all, the holidays are a time for inclusivity, understanding, and, above all, the joy of shared moments.

Andrew Paton is a hearing rehabilitation specialist and senior clinician at Hear4Good. Call 54770144 or visit hear4good.com.au

drying capsules, if available, to help soak up any remaining moisture. Quick drying methods, such as using a hairdryer, are not recommended as excessive heat could result in further damage.

Once the hearing aid is dry, insert a new battery and test that it’s working.

If it is still not working as it should be, take it to an Audika clinic for a hearing care expert to take a look.

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X-RAY & IMAGING PROMOTION

The hidden signs of reflux Could Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) be the cause of your chronic, unexplained cough?

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astroesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is a common condition.

Silent reflux affects approximately 40 to 50% of patients who have GORD. It is referred to as ‘silent reflux’ because it does not present with the classic symptoms of reflux, being heartburn, lump in the throat and regurgitation.

Symptoms of silent reflux range from chronic cough, recurrent sore throats, loss of voice, persistent throat clearing, chest pain, choking, wheezing and shortness of breath.

When diagnosis and treatment are delayed, chronic GORD can increase the risk for serious health complications.

In June 2021, X-Ray & Imaging partnered with Professor Hans Van der Wall and introduced the Gastroesophageal Reflux Test to the Sunshine Coast. The first of its kind, this patented nuclear medicine imaging technique precisely identifies contamination of reflux fluid throughout the head, throat, and chest.

“Many patients do not present with classic symptoms of GORD but are suffering from typical upper respiratory tract symptoms such

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as chronic cough, dysphonia and globus. This is due to reflux fluid contaminating the maxillary sinuses, throat, middle ears and laryngopharynx.

It may also contaminate the airways and lungs causing asthma-like symptoms, breathing difficulties, chronic cough and recurrent bronchitis or pneumonia. We frequently see patients with a diagnosis of “atypical asthma”, which often turns out to be GORD with entry of reflux into the airways”, says Professor Van der Wall.

Historically, GORD has been diagnosed using pH monitoring, fluoroscopy, or endoscopy.

So how does the Gastroesophageal Reflux Test differ to these tests?

Although PH Monitoring is 50-80% sensitive and 77–100% specific in the presence of heartburn & regurgitation, it is limited to oesophageal disease only, particularly the lower oesophagus. Endoscopy is effective as an anatomical diagnostic tool but has a poor sensitivity for GORD (less than 30%) and is limited to detecting reflux disease that is severe enough to damage the oesophagus.

Fluoroscopy or Barium Swallow is insensitive

Patient preparing to undergo Gastroesophageal Reflux Testing and has a high radiation burden and only demonstrates oesophageal disease.

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WHAT’S ON

TIME TO GET BACK INTO THE SCONES SCONETIME is back for 2024, bringing the wonderful old halls of the Sunshine Coast to life with seniors, their carers, companions and family enjoying a scrumptious morning tea of freshly baked scones with strawberry jam and lashings of whipped cream.

Open to all, Sconetime provides a regular monthly social event with all the trappings.

Sconetime at Buderim is a collaboration with 4556 Chamber of Commerce, Buderim Ginger, The Ginger Factory, Manawee Garden Centre and Gift Shop, Simplee Sweet on Buderim, Montville Coffee and Sunshine Coast foodie Martin Duncan, the Sconetime host.

Tickets are just $8 for a treat for yourself, mum, dad, nan, pop, and senior friends and neighbours.

Here are some dates for the new year: Buderim Memorial Hall Thursday, February 7, 10am.

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Thursday, May 8, 10am.

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Bookings trybooking.com/ CNJVX Wednesday, November 13, 10am. Bookings trybooking. com/CNJWA Sconetime at Beerwah sees Martin join Glasshouse Country Chamber of Commerce, Sunshine Coast Council Division 1 candidate Jenny Broderick, QCWA Beerwah girls, Glasshouse Country Men’s Shed boys and Hazelden Realty team member Tamara.

Beerwah Community Hall Thursday, February 15, 10am.

Bookings trybooking.com/ CNJUK Thursday, May 16, 10am.

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Bookings trybooking.com/ CNJUU Big thanks to Wendy and the girls of Top Nosh Meals for their help with scone making fun.

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THE Jazz and Blues Collective is privileged to present Funkallero, an exciting Queensland/ interstate and international ensemble which is celebrating a decade of collaboration.

Award-winning Queensland wordsmith and jazz vocalist Ingrid James, and guitar virtuoso from Prague, Libor Smoldas, will be complemented by three formidable musicians from New South Wales.

Darren Heinrich on Hammond organ, is known for his grooves and “great deep trenches dug by the bass pedals”.

Dave Sanders is one of the most in-demand drummers in the country and Martha Baartz is a

brilliant saxophonist and flute player.

This tight and versatile jazz outfit will present flavours from world music, Brazilian sambas and bossas, to re-imagined and original arrangements of well-loved jazz standards from the Great American, Modern Jazz Songbook and classic pop standards.

This international class event would normally only be seen in the capital cities of Australia.

A Coffee Van will be on site from 12.30pm and there’s a BYO liquor licence to bring your own snacks and drinks.

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LEARN ABOUT FAMILY HISTORY RESEARCH FAMILY historian, former accountant and counsellor Tim Hill will speak about exploring his Norwegian ancestry at the next Caloundra Family History Research meeting.

Tim worked as an accountant in an aircraft factory and at Telstra. After taking voluntary redundancy, he retrained as a counsellor and

worked in the field for 10 years.

He now co-owns a health care clinic. He first began researching his family history more than 35 years ago.

Although sometimes he may take months off, he always returns as fresh discoveries keep luring him onward. It is one such discovery – his Norwegian ancestry - which is the focus of

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the January meeting’s talk.

Caloundra Family History Research group meet on the third Thursday of each month and always have interesting guest speakers. All are welcome to join in person or via Zoom.

CFHR rooms, Corbould Park, via Gate 2, Pierce Ave, Caloundra. Thursday, January 18, 1.30pm. Register at hello@ caloundrafamilyhistory.org.au

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RETIREMENT LIVING

COASTAL LIFESTYLE VILLAGE CATERS FOR THE RVS TOO RV OCEANSIDE, a lifestyle village at Burnett Heads on the coast east of Bundaberg, not only has large homes, but also oversized RV garages, wide open spaces, and landscaped grounds.

On 38ha, it offers crafted, spacious two- or three-bedroom homes and garages purpose-built for RVs. With an average garage measuring 16m x 6m and a garage door clearance of up to 3.6m, there is plenty of space to accommodate even the largest rigs, along with some extra toys and equipment.

The garages are a blank canvas for residents to customise as they please, and despite the name, it’s not a requirement of entry to own a caravan or RV. Many residents have customised their garage with mezzanine floors, workshops, and craft rooms.

RV Oceanside is also about wide streets, generous driveways, abundant landscaping, and the feeling of space.

Within the village, the community’s first-class facilities include a lagoon pool, games room with a self-serve bar, two 10-pin bowling lanes, pool tables, table tennis tables, a golf simulator, and lounge.

The reception centre provides a large

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casual lounge, library, art and craft room, and meeting room.

Additionally, residents can enjoy the gym, concourse with barbecues, fire pit, and casual seating, as well as a residents’ workshop. Further development will include a cinema, clubhouse, covered lawn bowls, tennis courts, and a community vegetable garden. Nearby is a marina with moorings and public boat ramp.

For an all-inclusive weekly site fee of $227, residents enjoy benefits such as coverage of council rates, access to and maintenance of community facilities, upkeep of communal areas and gardens, and an onsite manager and community administration.

Stage two homes are under construction with prices starting at $695,000, and move-in ready homes are available. RV Lifestyle Village Oceanside is at 50 Marshall St, Burnett Heads.

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COMBINING a preferred retirement living choice with in-home care is a comprehensive and flexible approach to meeting changing care and lifestyle over time.

Many retirement communities offer social and lifestyle support, but in-home care is not typically provided by the community owners. But it is worth noting that the Australian federal government offers support to those over 65 with ongoing care needs to continue to live independently in their own home.

Home Care Packages (HCP) are a funding initiative by the federal government to provide services for older people with complex care needs who still want to live independently. These packages are designed to be flexible and cover various areas of support, such as personal care, meal preparation, cleaning and gardening, wound management, continence care, transport, and participation in social activities.

Additionally, Home Care Packages can also include nursing, podiatry, and allied health services.

To qualify for a Home Care Package, you must be 65 years or older (50 years or older for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples) and in need of assistance with everyday tasks.

Eligibility is assessed by My Aged Care, considering factors such as your health and wellbeing, mobility, independence, and personal support networks.

While it may not be necessary for you to relocate to an aged care facility at this time, it’s always recommended to familiarise yourself with in-home care options available, regardless of whether you live in a stand-alone home or a social retirement community.

By staying active and in control, you can continue to maintain your lifestyle within the home you love.

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activities, residents are encouraged to engage in a lifestyle that aligns with their preferences and capabilities.

Safety and peace of mind are paramount, and this will be delivered through a 24/7 on-site nursing presence.

Whether day or night, residents have access to immediate medical attention, ensuring their health needs are met promptly and efficiently.

Culinary experiences play a vital role in daily life, and at BlueCare Sunrise Beach menus will be tailored to individual tastes and dietary requirements.

A diverse range of nutritious and delicious meals is crafted with input from residents, catering to their unique

preferences and ensuring a dining experience that is both enjoyable and health conscious.

This forward-thinking approach will herald a new era in aged care, setting a standard for compassion, innovation, and an enriched quality of life for Sunshine Coast seniors.

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AGED CARE COMMUNITY OPENS AT SUNRISE BLUECARE Sunrise Beach Aged Care is to provide much-needed accommodation for Sunshine Coast seniors in a new purposebuilt community.

As the region continues to be a magnet for new arrivals, and with the local population ageing faster than the Queensland average, this community in a coastal location at Sunrise Beach is set to redefine the experience for local seniors requiring a supported lifestyle.

Opening in early 2024, this innovative aged care community is designed to prioritise a new standard of living for residents.

The design is a departure from the traditional aged care model. It embraces a

more intimate approach with 12 small households, each accommodating a maximum of nine residents. This intentional design choice creates a close-knit environment, fostering a sense of community and companionship.

The goal is to create a sense of family within each household, enhancing the quality of life for everyone involved.

The cornerstone of the concept is an emphasis on independence. Recognising the unique needs and desires of each resident, the team will strive to empower them to maintain autonomy in their daily lives.

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EXPERTS PROMOTION

PETS

OF THE MONTH

THE benefits of pet ownership are well recognised and there are pets who need owners too. The Sunshine Coast Animal Refuge, established in 1979 to provide temporary refuge and find new homes for abandoned, abused, stray and unwanted cats and dogs, this month introduces:

FUDGE, at 11 years, is a senior lady looking for a quiet retirement home.

She loves sunbaking and snoozing in a quiet spot. Fudge would prefer to be your one and only pet.

CHASE is a fox terrier who is almost five years old. He weighs just over 9 kg.

Chase is very affectionate and full of beans like most foxies.

He would love to do some training to focus his energy and being very fooddriven and very smart, training will be a breeze. He will need to burn off his energy and would be best suited as the only pet in the home.

All cats and dogs are vet checked, vaccinated, wormed, desexed, microchipped and medically treated if necessary. The refuge at Sippy Creek Road, Tanawha (adjacent to the Council Pound) is open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am-5pm. If you’d like to adopt call 5494 5275, email office@sippycreek.com.au or find more details at sippycreek.com.au

LOVELY LILY NEEDS A HOME 4 Paws Animal Rescue is a 100 per cent volunteer-run charity organisation which re-homes cats and dogs on the Sunshine Coast. Most animals come from the council pound, some are surrendered or abandoned, and others are saved from cruel living conditions.

Lily is a six-year-old Japanese Spitz who would make the perfect companion.

With a calm and gentle manner, Lily is good with cats, and has lived with other dogs. If you live on the Sunshine Coast and have a secure fenced back garden, consider giving this gorgeous girl a loving home.

Ideally, Lily will be initially fostered with a view to being adopted.

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THE AGE OF THE OODLE HAS ARRIVED THERE’S a good chance that over the past five years you would have noticed cute shaggy dogs of all shapes, colours and sizes being displayed by their doting owners.

They’re all adorable, but what breed are they? They look similar but you’ll quickly be corrected if you ask the owner if their dog is a groodle and it happens to be a labradoodle, cavoodle, spoodle, japoodle, bernedoodle, moodle, sheepadoodle Aussiedoodle or any other of the popular “oodles”.

Margy Manfield of Manny Park Puppies in the Sunshine Coast hinterland, breeds these desired canines and can help explain the origin of the oodle.

The first purposeful crossing of a purebred labrador with a purebred poodle happened about 30 years ago when Wally Conron from the Royal Guide Dogs Association realised the need to have a hypoallergenic guide dog for asthma and Sunshine Coast

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allergy sufferers. As labradors were the main breed used as support dogs at the time, Wally crossed the lab with the non-shed, hypoallergenic poodle – and the labradoodle was born.

Years later, these designer poodle hybrids have become a preferred breed.

“The border collie, golden retriever and labrador are amazing family dogs but not everyone can manage with the copious amount of hair they lose,” Marg says.

“At Manny Park, we find adding poodle to a breed adds a little bit of magic.

“The mix can also let us determine size and as everyone’s tastes and needs are different, we can help accommodate that.”

One thing to remember with the hybrids is that they don’t shed hair and must be groomed and clipped regularly.

“I make this clear to all the families inquiring about our puppies,” Marg says.

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Recovery after an anterior total hip replacement

If you accept the role of executor of an estate, you take on certain legal responsibilities.

After the payment of estate debts, the primary obligation of an executor is the transfer of the assets of the deceased to the beneficiaries named in the Will.

But what happens if a beneficiary can’t be found?

The executor has an obligation to locate the missing beneficiary.

The types of enquiries an executor may carry out will depend on the size of the gift and the costs involved.

If, after reasonable enquiries have been made, the beneficiary still cannot be found, an executor might consider seeking the protection of an order of the Court.

The Court is able to make an order allowing an executor to distribute the estate to the known beneficiaries.

The Court order protects the executor for the distribution if the missing beneficiary ever turns up to “reclaim” their gift.

Applying to the Court can be an expensive exercise.

If your executor has no family connection with any of the beneficiaries, keeping an up to date record of their contact details can be of great assistance to your executor – as well as saving your estate unnecessary costs.

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Many patients are surprised at how quickly they can comfortably ambulate after an anterior total hip replacement.

Patients are typically mobilised within hours of their surgery. Most of our patients usually rapidly progress to being independent on crutches and require them for only one to two weeks.

There are many factors that dictate how long a patient needs to stay in hospital but generally getting back to your home environment as soon as it is safe to do so is an important component of your physical, as well as your psychological, recovery.

Excessive physical activity in the first two months after a hip replacement is counterproductive. We generally recommend gentle walking and stretching.

Many patients are safe to drive after just three to four weeks and can perform most of their everyday activities within six weeks.

For patients who enjoy more extreme activities such as surfing, they should wait at least three months to return.

All patients are different, and you should discuss your specific situation with your orthopaedic surgeon.

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Climb to the top of the gorge for views of the Katherine River. Hire a kayak, take a river cruise or join a helicopter flight.

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Experience everything from World Heritage sites, native wildlife, sacred wonders and spectacular untouched landscapes, to immersive Aboriginal cultures, world-class fishing, crystal clear waterways and unforgettable getaways under the stars.

An NT road trip is a way to escape the hustle and bustle, shake off the ordinary, and connect to cultures, traditions and landscapes that are more than 60,000 years old.

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Catch a flight and hire a vehicle or hitch up the van and embark on a long and winding road trip.

The NT has a range of short and long drive options to suit all tastes and timelines.

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• Nature’s Way (8 days): Road trip from Darwin to Kakadu and Nitmiluk, returning via Litchfield. From Darwin, take Arnhem Highway to the nature-lovers’ paradise of Kakadu. Cruise billabongs; spot sunbaking crocodiles on riverbanks and see ancient rock art at Ubirr and Burrungkuy.

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Continue on to the granite boulders of the Karlu Karlu/Devils Marbles before finishing at Timber Creek to unwind on a boat cruise or fishing trip.

• Arnhem Way: (7-10 days): Arnhem Land is a must-visit for the ultimate immersion into Aboriginal culture. This rare trip starts near Katherine and ends in Nhulunbuy on the Gove Peninsula. Take an Aboriginal-led cultural tour or visit galleries showcasing local artists for a deeper understanding of traditional practices. This region is also home to some of Australia’s most pristine beaches, incredible fishing and stunning wetlands where travellers can spot native wildlife in all untouched beauty.

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These include trip cancellation, needing overseas medical treatment and/ or emergency assistance, or replacing lost or stolen luggage and personal belongings.

While travel insurance is not mandatory, the Australian Government advises all Australian travellers to protect themselves with insurance, whether it’s domestic or international travel.

Not all policies are the same. Online travel insurance specialist InsureandGo suggests considering the following when choosing travel insurance cover: 1. Destinations. Ensure all your destinations are covered by your insurance. This should include stopovers, even for just one night, and any places that you stop at on a cruise or tour.

2. Medical. Understand how much coverage the policy gives you and under what circumstances the medical cover applies. If you have a pre-existing medical condition, you’ll need to confirm that this doesn’t exclude you from the cover you want. Know the insurance excess you will be required to pay before your medical cover kicks in.

3. Personal belongings. Most travel insurance policies should provide some level of cover for personal belongings.

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Common items such as passports, phones, laptops, cameras, tablets, sunglasses and jewellery are often excluded from cover, particularly on low-level or basic policies. Read the insurer’s product disclosure statement.

5. Cancellations. There may be some unexpected events that require you to cancel your trip. Check that cancellation is part of your travel insurance policy. If you have the right cover, you may be able to claim lost funds from cancelled flights, accommodation, car hire, tour bookings and more.

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Embark on a journey enriched with immersive experiences, allowing you to explore some of the world’s unique and most engaging habitats.

Travel to South America and explore Peru, combining authentic experiences with a visit to the bucket-list archaeological wonder of the Inca empire, Machu Picchu and the Amazon.

The Inkaterra Canopy Walkway is a network of hanging suspension bridges, an effort in biodiversity conservation allowing the study of wildlife in the rainforest canopy.

Ascend to the first vertiginous tower, where toucans, woodpeckers and monkeys might greet you. A farm visit reveals ancient methods of growing native food and medicinal plants and on the river, in a dug-out canoe, learn the traditional fishing method while spotting fauna

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On the same continent, Chile beckons. Within the magical Patagonia area, join a conservation safari with Cerro Guido Foundation and gain true insights into their mission.

Shadow the expert trackers on their daily routines.

Join in with puma research, engaging in activities such as binocular observation and reviewing camera traps to collect valuable data with the backdrop of the Torres del Pain National Park.

Tigers reign in India where you can explore three very different, but equally exciting North Indian wildlife habitats.

Corbett, situated below the Himalayan foothills, offers sighting opportunities for tigers and pumas, as well as encounters with Asian elephants, deer and monkeys.

In the rugged Chambal Valley, a river safari showcases raptors, migratory birds and crocodiles, plus the stunning temples of Bateshwar. The famous Ranthambore National Park has rugged arid landscapes, centuries old royal ruins, crocodile-inhabited lakes

and abundant wildlife.

In Southern Africa, marvel at the megafauna – cats, elephants, giraffes, rhinos and a variety of incredible fourlegged hoofed creatures.

In Kruger National Park, a vast wilderness home to hundreds of species, visit a community initiative that helps protect the endangered white rhino.

If you prefer independence, take a road adventure in Namibia. Pass through stark arid landscapes and encounter wildlife while engaging with local communities who survive in these conditions.

A world tour of wildlife isn’t complete without a bear encounter.

Head north to Canada and the Great Bear Rainforest, the largest temperate tract of rainforest in the world. It’s home to First Nations communities connected spiritually to the diverse wildlife including grizzly bears, kermode bears, black bears, whales, and otters.

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Embark on a seven-day journey to the Tamworth Country Music Festival.

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On the way back, stop at Stanthorpe in the Granite Belt, known for its vineyards and landscapes.

Join Artisan Adventures, when Wynnum and Manly transform into a canvas of creativity with vibrant markets showcasing local artisans beside Moreton Bay. Stop for lunch at the Manly Boathouse, Escape to the heart of nature at O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat for guided tours, wine tastings, magical Glow Worm grotto visits, and a historic farm tour.

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The Queensland Heritage Delights tour explores the historical tapestry, from the Queensland Dairy and Heritage Museum to Dusty Hill Vineyard and Clovely Estate. It’s a journey through Gympie to Kingaroy.

The Stradbroke Island Exploration tour has door-todoor pick-up, for a scenic Sealink ferry crossing, museum visits, lookout experiences, and a two-course award-winning lunch at Bistro Seymour.

Sydney and The Blue Mountains beckon in a five-day trip on the Ramses the Great tour.

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NORFOLK ISLAND – PARADISE IN THE PACIFIC IT’S only a short flight of just over two hours, but Norfolk Island is a new world of peace in the Pacific.

History, culture and natural beauty collide at Norfolk, which may be small in size but is big in attraction – from steep ocean clifftops and patches of sub-tropical rainforest to convict ruins and the famous Norfolk Pines.

And it’s a bonus that travellers don’t need a passport or a visa. Fly from the international terminal as a domestic traveller to an Australian territory in the Pacific 1500km east of Brisbane.

Paul Brockhurst of CT Travel has planned an eight-day tour from March 19 that has Norfolk covered.

“Unpack and settle in at the beautiful Paradise Hotel and Resort in the township of Burnt Pine, which is a perfect base to head out and discover Norfolk,” he says.

“Then head out on the Discover Our World tour, which introduces the island and sets the scene.

While Norfolk is packed with history, there’s also a contemporary note. Visit “Out Yenna,” the luxurious hideaway of best-selling author of 24 books Colleen McCullough – Thorn Birds sold 30 million copies globally – who lived on Norfolk for 36 years with her husband Ric Robinson.

The tour gives a snapshot of the notoriously-private author’s life. She and her husband, a Norfolk Islander, maintained their privacy to ensure she had the perfect environment for her writing.

There’s also a priceless collection of artefacts they gathered on their travels and visitors can see where she worked into the wee hours creating the incredible tales that have been read by millions.

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The panoramic painting Cyclorama never fails to impress as the 360-degree perspective brings to life the Bounty mutiny and the history of the Norfolk Island people.

The Gardeners Delight Tour is a journey behind the scenes of bounty mutineer descendants, with four gardens, each a labour of love with inspirational stories.

A progressive dinner is a chance to meet the locals who welcome visitors into their homes to hear stories about island life while enjoying a three-course dinner.

The clifftop Forresters Court overlooks Cascade Bay and is the perfect location for high tea. Magnificent lawns surround tables dressed with linen and fine china to create an evocative setting for indulgent food, a glass of sparkling wine, tea and coffee and a selection of local liqueurs.

Dine on an Island Fish Feast under the stars on the western side of the island where, perched on the clifftop above Anson Bay, there’s an eagle’s view of the crescent-shaped beach and the ocean stretching to the horizon.

Wander through the markets or attend a local church service on Sunday morning, then take the Convict Kingston Tour to hear about the first settlers, the

Polynesians who arrived 900 years ago, and the facts and legends from the first and second convict settlements.

The Norfolk Island capital, historic Kingston, has St Barnabas Chapel built from the ruins of the New Gaol.

The Norfolk Today tour is an informative opportunity to learn how life is made possible on this tiny South Pacific island – how is petrol and gas brought to the island? How is the island powered?

This behind the scenes tour introduces locals who will be happy to tell how Norfolk plays a role in the worldwide weather monitoring and includes a visit to the community radio station.

Walk the plank for a Glass Bottom Boat tour with descendants of the mutineers giving a commentary while enroute to the coral gardens and tropical fish on the reef in the crystal calm waters of Norfolk’s lagoon.

Last stop before returning home is the Bounty Museum, an Aladdin’s Cave of inspiring stories which start in 1788, and memorabilia from the Bounty. The museum builds a picture of how island life has changed over the centuries – and how its flag was decided.

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A WEEK IN WINTER

By Maeve Binchy Romantic fiction Reviewed by Jo Bourke

A DANGEROUS LAND

By Marisa Jones Historical fiction Reviewed by Jan Kent

LIKE putting old slippers beside the fireplace, readers open a book by popular Irish writer Maeve Binchy expecting to be entertained. A Week in Winter does not disappoint, set in a restored old mansion on the windswept west coast of Ireland.

Main character Chicky Star falls hopelessly in love with an American newcomer, follows him to New York, only to be left alone after a few months. Typical of Maeve’s many novels Chicky struggles bravely, working hard in a boarding house, building up priceless skills and learning from her landlady.

So many diverse characters in this warm novel – each with their own problems but somehow they all interact and enter the reader’s imagination.

Sadly, this was Maeve’s last novel, published after her sudden death in 2012 aged 73 years. A Week in Winter is a delight to read and an incentive for me to take time to read her early books.

AS A writer entering the literary world with her debut historical fiction novel, Jones exhibits energy and masterful character development in this tale set in war-torn New Guinea.

Her love of, and familiarity with, this challenging country is set in a time when race discrimination and narrow-mindedness had a major bearing on loves and lives. The saga of Amelia and Daniel’s quest for love, when torn apart by the realities of war, is told through alternating chapters – each viewing events from their own perspective.

At times, I found this a bit laboured, but you can’t help becoming engrossed in their struggles through steamy jungles and across towering mountains in attempts to stay alive, find each other and avoid Japanese attacks.

The author’s passion for this land seeps out of the pages and her ability to enmesh history with romance is entrancing.

Setting aside a few too many predictable coincidences, I would recommend this debut novel.

THE NATURE OF NOOSA

by Tony Wellington – Non-fiction nature Reviewed by Annie Grossman, Annie’s Books on Peregian

AUTHOR, photographer, filmmaker, musician and ex-mayor of Noosa, Tony Wellington has produced a magnificent coffee table book The Nature of Noosa.

Tony is an environmental warrior, spending much of his time out in the bush, observing the natural world and local critters, birds, reptiles and insects. His goal is to help everyone enjoy and understand the unique

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Tony’s stunning photography is paired with entertaining and often amusing text, describing the habits and antics of his subjects.

Tony had great success with his previous photography book Wild About Noosa, but this book is filled with new images and text. It is divided into chapters, but not as you may expect from a book on wildlife photography.

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Tony has put together a truly wonderful book which deserves a place on every shelf

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THE CLOSERS

By Michael Connelly Crime fiction Reviewed

by John Kleinschmidt MICHAEL Connelly is one of my favourite fiction crime writers and especially the Detective Harry Bosch tomes.

The Closers is the first of a number of stories centred on cold cases or “open and unsolved” murders.

The work of the detectives is much more difficult when dealing with a crime that was committed many years earlier. Witnesses are deceased or cannot be found and technology like DNA was not available to help identify the murderer.

This story sees Bosch return to policing after a short retirement and he has to deal with past issues with his partner and superior.

Strongly focused on good detective work, this has been written with a masterful plot.

EIGHT LIVES

By Susan Hurley Thriller fiction Review by Allison White

THIS is a brilliant book that is beautifully written with a wellconstructed plot. Former refugee David Tran, a brilliant Australian biotech researcher is dead. He has invented a drug that could transform immunology and eight volunteers are recruited for the first human trial.

The story is told in the first person by David’s friends, family and business associates who all played a role in his downfall and feel some responsibility for his mysterious death.

Secrets and scandals emerge, and their different viewpoints cover Melbourne’s social hierarchy from working class battlers to the super-rich, Cleverly done and totally engaging, I was still thinking about it days later – and I’m not scientifically minded.

SO LATE IN THE DAY

By Claire Keegan – Fiction Reviewed by Lea Dodd, of Rosetta Books Maleny

CLAIRE Keegan proves herself again in this wonderful gem. It is a lovely little hardcover novella, or more of a long short story, that you can enjoy reading in one sitting if you choose, or linger over it for longer as she takes you into the mind and soul of a man called Cathal who has never

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Short snapshots of Cathal’s life tell us how he became who he is, and make for an insightful understanding of the character through Keegan’s spare yet rich style. Usually writing about essential kindness, in this story Keegan gives us the other side of the coin.

This is a study in misogyny and how attitudes can be learned.

Though short, this is a book that will long impact you as the reader.

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1. Which Australian PM used the phrase, “Fair shake of the sauce bottle”?

2. What city is the capital of the German state of Bavaria?

3. What Chinese zodiac symbol is 2024 designated as?

4. On what continent do the Tuareg people live?

5. What is the correct spelling of the coffee variety: cappuccino, capucino, capucinno?

6. Which British monarch abdicated to marry Wallis Simpson?

7. Who were Lisa Marie Presley’s parents?

8. “Dream, dare, live it” is a slogan of what famous sporting event?

9. What was the name of the barcode used to track close contacts during the Covid pandemic?

10. For which test cricket team did Gary Sobers play?

11. What is the principal business of Terry White stores?

12. How many millilitres are in a standard Australian teaspoon?

13. In the Periodic Table, which element comes first alphabetically?

14. At night what colour light is a ship required to show on its starboard side?

15. What homophone of “colonel” is part of a nut?

16. In the title of a university professor, what does “Emeritus” mean?

17. What type of living thing is a golden penda?

18. What is the reciprocal of ½?

19. Which car company has a model called a Sonata?

20. What is the name of the dock in Hobart where the Sydney to Hobart yacht race concludes?

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1. Kevin Rudd; 2. Munich; 3. Dragon; 4. Africa; 5. Cappuccino; 6. Edward VIII; 7. Elvis and Priscilla Presley; 8. Dakar Rally; 9. QR code; 10. West Indies; 11. Chemist or pharmaceuticals; 12. 5; 13. Actinium; 14. Green; 15. Kernel; 16. Retired; 17. Tree; 18. 2; 19. Hyundai; 20. Constitution Dock.

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27 Division understated by old Israeli politician (6) 28 Stop sides beaten by time (6) Down 2 Pagan cultivated each piece of ground before subdivision (7) 3 People involved in steel re-engineered essential factors (8) 4 Slender youngsters run in team race (10) 5 (AVE A mUTTER AND WIN OVER a thousand (4) 6 Ordinary types from Taiwan or Malaysia (6) 7 Cutlet prepared with last slice of the salad vegetable (7) 8 0OST /FlCE LOCATED in new superstore, is incredible (12) 9 (AND PASS ) JUGGLED before punt is sweet stuff (6,6) 13 Bury line in employee’s property away from the coast (10) 16 Wrongfully enter resort secured with lock (8) 18 Faithful aunt worked in school (7) 20 People, ones not involved with Indonesians (7) 21 Characters locked up inside create a serious problem (6) 24 Upmarket English school upset celebrity (4)

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WORD STEP 1 Footwear (4) 3 Professed (10) 10 Middle Eastern national (7) 11 Dinners (7) 12 Ease of being led (8) 13 Bestow (5) 14 Persia (4) 15 Agent of sales (10) 18 Country of origin (10) 20 Admirers (4) 21 Sleeping place (5) 23 Masters (8) 26 Pilot (7)

27 Traumatised (7) 28 Interpreted (10) 29 Brink (4)

DOWN 1 Go by ship (4) 2 Water fowl (9) 4 Relating to sacred matters (9) 5 Short piece of writing (5) 6 Highest rank (inf) (7) 7 Mix (5) 8 Towards the rising sun (9) 9 0RElX meaning half (4)

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14 Provider of information (9) 16 US state (9) 17 Feeling a strong affection (9) 19 Landed properties (7) 22 Seance board (5) 23 Jesus’ mother, in Latin (5) 24 Sporting side (4) 25 Timberdressing tool (4)

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