Peregian Springs News Inform know grow Volume 3. Issue 11
August 2018
The changing face of Peregian Springs PEREGIAN Springs News will celebrate its 3rd birthday in September, so this month we thought we’d take a look at some of the changes to the suburb’s landscape
since the first edition launched in 2015. Check out a few of the before and after photos for our great suburb on pages 10 and 11 inside.
MP drives urgent safety review A SPEED limit review and $200,000 in State Government funding for a planning study into safety on Eumundi -Noosa Rd has been hailed as a win for the community by Ninderry MP Dan Purdie. Mr Purdie said he had been meeting with local residents and Transport and Main Roads representatives to discuss concerns about the road, which was most recently in the news in June this year after a fatal crash at corner of Cash Rd saw one man die and two
others taken to hospital. The road is a busy link for Peregian Springs residents accessing Eumundi one way, or the Tip, and Noosa the other. Mr Purdie thanked residents for signing a petition calling for an urgent safety review of the road, and committed to continue lobbying the government to ensure that safety upgrades identified in the planning study were funded and completed as soon as possible.
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From the Ed’s desk FOLLOWING the closure of Purple Copper restaurant business, previously operated by two experienced Sunshine Coast chefs, there’s some good news at the Golf Course club house. Peregian Golf operators GSM have confirmed the hospitality will continue in casual daytime style, 7-days a week, where everyone is welcome as GSM take on the food and beverage service at the venue themselves from 11am to dusk. The club house will offer a lunch menu, bar snacks, coffee and a variety of beverages, alternately between the restaurant area (lunchtime) and the Sports Bar for the remainder of the day. Hospitality and small business generally is a tough gig, and we are lucky to have so many great local
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food and service options locally. The closure of Purple Copper confirms these businesses need our support if we value the employment and diversity they bring to our community. Now might not be the time to mention it, but this publication will be three years old next month and I’m so grateful to have a community open to talking to me and sharing their stories. I am very humbled by your continued readership and also thankful to my advertisers seeing the publication as worthy of their support. If you value this publication as a print community hub then please support our advertisers, who are local operators looking to reach out and make a positive difference for you – and you’ll be making a difference to local business and families in turn. Rebecca peregianspringsnews@gmail.com
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Indigenous heritage protected DEVELOPERS and the local Kabi Kabi Indigenous Traditional Owners remain in talks over the mapped cultural heritage site at the Hilltop land on Pavilion Drive, Peregian Springs pursuant to a Cultural Heritage Management Agreement. We’ve contacted local indigenous group representatives, ArchaeoConverge, and Sunland for details of the Agreement. A Sunland spokesperson said the Agreement was signed in February,
but is however subject to confidentiality. Sunland Group Managing Director Sahba Abedian said in a statement this month that: “The specific details of the Cultural Heritage Management Agreement are subject to a confidentiality clause between the parties.” We did not receive a response from ArchaeoConverge before print. The Pavilions site is being developed by Sunland in the Ridges Development of the Estate.
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Golf course clubhouse now open seven days a week PURPLE COPPER restaurant at Peregian Golf course closed it's doors for the last time in July, just over a year after chefs Reinhard and Elisabeth Dittldacher opened for business at the site. Keen to keep up the hospitality to players and the public, Course operators Golf Services Management Pty Ltd have taken the catering reins themselves and amped up the lunch, bar snack and beverage service to 7-days-a-week from 11 am til dusk. GSM General Manager Ian Denny said "in the immediate future our focus is to offer a casual daytime environment consistent with our “all
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welcome� theme with the service incorporating a "lunch menu as well as bar snacks that can be enjoyed with a coffee, soft drink or alcoholic beverage". The services will be offered alternately between the Sports Bar and the main lounge area during the day. Mr Denny said having the restaurant and Bar open seven days will give consistency to the venue and work favourably in line with the golf course and driving range. In a letter to Course Lifestyle Pass Holders, sighted by Peregian Springs News, GSM said Purple Copper
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Local News closed following a decision by owners Elisabeth and Reinhard “to take a break away from the industry�. In the letter GSM said "We'd like to take this opportunity to thank Purple Copper in providing hospitality services over the past 12 months, a vital contribution that has allowed GSM to focus on achieving our goal of establishing a new and vibrant golf community for Peregian Springs." In general for the course, Mr Denny said a recent "huge spike in players, particularly from tourism groups" is "pleasing and very promising for the future". GSM was granted a lease over the Course and Club house in November 2016 from course land owners Peregian Springs Golf Holdings Ltd (a subsidiary company of Aveo), for five years plus a five year option to renew. Mr Denny said the Purple Copper
closure creates "no issues at all" for GSM's lease or the course. Peregian Golf and Driving Range recently welcomed European Tour Player, Josh Geary, for the week and the Course holds regular fun and competitive challenges, plus coaching for all ages and levels (including for the kids) with Coach Craig Goodall. The course is open to the public every day. Phone the Pro Shop on 5471 5400 for course and range times and events and details of competitively priced passes and casual fees or head to www.peregiangolf.com.au.
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Village raises a flag for life savers AVEO Peregian Springs Retirement Community has pledged sponsorship for Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) to help support the iconic local institution in its 90th year in their lifesaving, nippers, events and surf sports programs for the local community. Aveo’s support of the local icon was a natural decision according to Nole Beardwood, Aveo Peregian Springs Country Club Community Manager. “Aveo Peregian Springs residents have chosen to retire in this area and supporting long-standing community initiatives such as Noosa Heads SLSC are important to them,” Mr Beardwood said, “Some of our locals have spent a lifetime in the area and have close personal ties to Noosa Heads SLSC, whether that’s through the nippers
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program, the clubhouse or even just the red and yellow flags.” Ross Fisher, Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club President, said “support from Aveo Peregian Springs means a lot, it allows us to keep doing what we love – running our nippers programs, lifesaving, training and surf education of course. “There’s a lot going on this year, we have major renovations at the club which the team are excited about as well as our 90th birthday celebrations which we’re planning for September,” Mr Fisher said.
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Algae growth business wins cash A REVOLUTIONARY lighting system for the global aquaculture market has landed Peregian Springs business Provectus Algae a $40,000 grant to go towards bringing their system to market. The Peregian Springs business, along with Unattended Technology in Noosaville and Champion Life Education at Sunshine Beach, were the only three businesses in Queensland to be funded under the latest round of Accelerating Commercialisation funding by the Federal Government. The businesses will share in more than $667,000 in grants to help turn their exciting ideas into marketable products. Unattended Technology in Noosaville will receive $372,204 to conduct trials and secure IP rights for their cloud-based software platform which enables a smarter way of managing unattended “internet of things”. Champion Life Education in Sunshine Beach will receive $255,000 to commercialise its “virtual mentoring” platform to motivate & support school students to complete physical & health challenges. Federal MPs Llew O’Brien (Wide Bay) and Ted O’Brien (Fairfax) said the businesses were proof of the region’s thriving entrepreneurial spirit. Member for Fairfax Ted O’Brien said he had long believed in the region’s entrepreneurial genius. “There isn’t a more entrepreneurial region in Australia than the Sunshine Coast and its success in securing grants like these is evidence our region leads the way when it comes to 8
new, innovative projects that can be commercialised and taken to market,” Ted O’Brien said. “Take Provectus Algae for instance their revolutionary lighting system will increase algae productivity, reduce operational costs and reduce lighting power consumption.” Minister for Small and Family Business, the Workplace and Deregulation Craig Laundy said the latest offers of AC grants was very encouraging as it demonstrated how entrepreneurial Australians play a pivotal role in driving innovation in Australia. “The grants are part of the Government’s Entrepreneurs’ Programme, and to date, 328 grants worth more than $163 million have been provided to Australian businesses to commercialise their ground breaking technologies,” said Minister Laundy. The Provectus Algae concept is to use smart lighting and create a controlled environment to grow algae that assists in the aquaculture process. It’s 3 step vision, as outlined on the business facebook page, is to: 1. Revolutionise algae culture using smart lighting. 2. Realise the true potential of algae using IOT technology and cutting edge cell biology. 3. Provide easy to use, intelligent solutions to simplify algae culture and reduce production costs. For more information about how to apply for an Entrepreneurs’ Programme’ Accelerating Commercialisation grant, go to www.business.gov.au/ep
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Building enters its final stages WITH groundworks well and truly underway for the development of the final stages of Peregian Springs, we take a look at how the landscape has changed in the past three years since Peregian Springs News first came out. For those interested in what’s still to come the developer’s website at www.peregiansprings.com.au is worth a look.
TIME TRAVEL: Before - February 2016 - left—and after – August 2018. The Pavilions.
CURRENT STATE: Work is now underway around the water tower hill to create The Address section of the development which will surround the tower and overlook the Rec Fields on one side, and The Vista and The Parks stages (pictured) on Ridgeview Drive on the other. 10
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The water tower, from the Recreation Field perspective - BEFORE— in 2015/16, and AFTER, as it is today, August 2018.
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Fairfax update: Federal Member Ted O’Brien ROAD TRIP
IF YOU have something to say, now’s a good time. I’ll be touring Fairfax for my Winter Road trip this month and I am eager to hear from residents. The August road trip will be a blockbuster, with 14 stops in the electorate in four days. Plus I’ll be bringing staff and IT equipment so we can handle your constituent queries on the spot. I have been undertaking these road trips since I was elected in 2016 as a way of engaging with the community and making it easier for people to see me without having to visit my office in Maroochydore. So if you have any issues you would like to discuss, if you feel like making a comment on any matter whatsoever or even if you just want to say ‘hello’, please don’t be shy about swinging by my big blue marquee which will be set up by the Peregian Springs roundabout, on the corner of Peregian Springs Drive and Ridgeview Drive. My staff and I will be there bright and early on Monday August 27th and I’ll be available to chat from 7.45am to 9.15am. As an aside you should have
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received my annual report in the letterbox by now filled with facts and figures on what I have been up to as your Federal representative. In the past financial year I undertook more than 240 visits around Fairfax, speaking to the community and making myself accessible to 92 per cent of the population. My job is to represent you in Canberra so I'm keen to engage with as many people as possible.
SIGN ON FOR YOUNG ENDEAVOUR TWICE a year young people aged 16 to 23 have the chance to enter the ballot for a place on the STS Young Endeavour. The voyages help young people develop leadership skills, work as a team and challenge themselves and you don’t need any sailing experience. If an 11-day voyage sounds like an adventure you’re interested in, apply this month while the ballot is open at http://www.youngendeavour.gov.au/ As always, please call 5479 2800, email ted.obrien.mp@aph.gov.au or visit 17 Southern Drive, Maroochydore if you have any issues I can help with.
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NINDERRY UPDATE: State MP Dan Purdie BUDGET ESTIMATES
I’ve had a busy couple of weeks as part of Budget Estimates, travelling back and forth to Brisbane. For those not familiar with Estimates, it’s all about keeping check on how the various departments are spending your hard earned tax dollar. It’s an opportunity to make sure that the funding announcements made by Government are followed through, and projects are delivered on time, and on budget. Readers will know I made no secret of my disappointment with the most recent State Budget, and I am keeping a close eye on the proposed expenditure on some of the big ticket infrastructure items planned for the south-east. With an urgent need for upgrades to local infrastructure, one of my priorities is fighting to ensure we receive our fair share, and the state’s already over-stretched coffers aren’t being raided any further at our expense. Of greatest concern, though, was the alarming stats revealed during the Legal Affairs Committee. Crime statistics across the State are on the rise, and calls for service have increased by 10% over the past year, yet the Police budget has been slashed by $44 million. Even the Police Commissioner admitted he was concerned. There is no doubt this Government has gone soft on crime, but I will continue to support our hard working local Police and advocate for more resources. For a closer look at the stats, and to have your say, jump online and check out my Facebook page, or email me at ninderry@parliament.qld.gov.au.
SCOUT SCARF DAY
It was an absolute honour to get ‘scarfed up’ by District Commissioner Ken ‘Roo’ Howes on Scout Scarf Day recently. While I didn’t have the opportunity to join the scouting movement when I was younger, I certainly felt privileged to be part of this special occasion to mark World Scout Day on Wednesday 1 August. Scouting across our region has played an instrumental role in helping thousands of young people develop lifelong friendships, skills and memories, and it’s a proud tradition that I hope will continue to be fostered for many years to come. For more information about World Scarf Day and the scouting movement, visit www.scoutscarfday.com or you can check out my Facebook page at DanPurdieMP Contacts: Email: ninderry@parliament.qld.gov.au, phone 5406 7900, or follow me on Facebook.
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Chappy’s Corner—with Mark Horsfall
Never say never and you’ll grow LAST month I began exploring the difference between a Growth Mindset and a Fixed Mindset. A Growth Mindset believes that talents, abilities and intelligence can be developed and that you can get smarter and more talented through effort, attitude and work. A Fixed Mindset believes that your basic qualities, like intelligence, talents and abilities are simply fixed traits. You are good or bad at something and natural talent is largely responsible for success. I believed for a long time that I didn’t have the ability to learn a new language. Over time I changed my mindset and two months ago started learning Italian. I have set a goal to practice every day and have been blown away with my progress. I am also surprised at how enjoyable the process has been. Often, we have a fixed mindset towards areas that are not our strength. We hold on to beliefs like, “It’s too hard for me to lose weight”, “I’m not good at maths”, “I’m not creative”, “I can’t be successful”, “I can’t learn a language” ... Most of the time, if were honest with
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ourselves, what we are really saying when we think this way is that we don’t want to put in the work and effort required. The best musicians practice every day, athletes train hard every week to perform well and those who have financial success work hard to get it. What sets these people apart is their dedication to daily practice. It is the practice and repetition that helps create competency. What they also have in common is the attitude and willingness to put in the effort and hard work to see success. All too often I see students write themselves off as being no good at something simple because they are not willing to put in the practice, hard work and effort. One of my all-time favorite quotes is “practice makes perfect”. If you have the right attitude and are willing to put in the hard work and effort needed then you will be surprised at what you can achieve. I wonder have you wanted to do something but thought it impossible? Why not give it a go? Mark Horsfall School chaplain, Coolum State High
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Local Heart PEREGIAN GOLF: Our local course and driving range is a public course open to all - beginners to advanced. See www.facebook.com/Peregiangolf/ or peregiangolf.com.au for news and info or call (07) 5471 5400. Try the new food and beverage service at the Clubhouse – Open now 7 days a week– All welcome! HAVANA NIGHTS MARKETS -LAST FRIDAY NIGHT OF EACH MONTH ! Last Friday of every month, 4.30pm8.30pm at the Recreation Fields car park (behind the Pool Café) Come join the fun at the new ongoing time to greet in the weekend with amazing Street Food, live entertainment, artisan stalls and friendly local vibe. NEW COFFEE MORNING—ALL WELCOME An informal coffee morning group has started to meet –on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10am at Pots & Pans Kitchen and Bar, 3/2 Balgownie Ave, Peregian Springs. New members are always welcome. Contact Marianne for more informationemail flair511@gmail.com MONTHLY SOCIAL NIGHT A fun, social all ages evening event is held each month locally for locals (Peregian Springs and Peregian Breeze included) to make new friends . It’s not a business network event– it’s just purely social. For more information call Amanda on 0419 678 041 or see Facebook https:// www.facebook.com/ events/1835515769834567/ PLAYGROUPS (during school terms) MAINLY MUSIC Tuesdays 9.30-10.30am during school term at the Salvation Army Meeting Rooms at 127 Greenoaks Drive, Coolum. $3 for one child, $5, per family. 18
Incl morning tea. For more– call 5442 4218 (business hours) PEREGIAN STORYTIME Through games & stories little ones play their way to a love of reading. Phone the Anglican Church of Noosa on 5449 8009 for more info. ABCD SCRAMBLE—singing and dancing playgroup. Thursdays 10-11.30am school terms. Anglican Church Coolum on Beach Rd. $3 for one child, $5 for 2 or more. Incl morning tea . Call Carol - 5446 5334. COOLUM BAPTIST CHURCH – Playgroup on Fridays 9.30-11.30am school term time Call Shauna for more 0414 864 714 GOVERNMENT REP CONTACTS Peregian Springs– Local Sunshine Coast Councillor Stephen Robinson (Division 9) Tel– 5441 8086 State (Ninderry) - Daniel Purdie (Liberal National Party) Tel- 5406 7900 Federal (Fairfax) Ted O’Brien (Liberal National Party) Tel- 5479 2800 Peregian Breeze— Local Stephen Robinson (Division 9) & State (Ninderry) Daniel Purdie—above Federal (Wide Bay) Llew O’Brien (Liberal National Party) Tel 1300 301 968 NEED A JUSTICE OF THE PEACE? Peregian Breeze, local Justice of the Peace (Qual) Peter Terrill is offering JP services to the local community. To inquire, call Peter on 0410 500 375. ANNIES BOOKS OF PEREGIAN : Annies Books at Peregian Beach holds regular book signings and meet the Authors events. Look out for actress, first time novelist and award-winning playwright Donna Cameron visiting the shop on Wednesday 15 August from 11am talking about her book BENEATH THE MOTHER TREE is a spine-chilling mystery and contemporary love story.
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Local Heart LOCAL CHURCH CONTACTS: Our Local Churches run many small groups for religious and spiritual enrichment and also for socialising too for example, craft, playgroups, after school youth groups for older kids etc. Get in touch with your local Church and see what’s available for you. Coolum Beach Anglican Church -Corner of Perry St & Beach Rd Coolum Beach Tel – 0447 002 573 Or see www.anglicanchurchcoolum.com Noosa Anglican Church- 5449 8009 and www.anglicanchurchnoosa.org. Sunshine Beach (Bicentennial Drv – opp the school) or Peregian Springs (in St Andrew’s , 40 Peregian Springs Dve) Coolum Beach Baptist Church 1912 David Low Way, Coolum. 5446 1957 or www.coolumbeachbaptist.com/ St Peter’s Catholic Church (Stella Maris
Parish) 28-32 Elizabeth St, Coolum Beach 5443 3488 / www.saintsonwaves.com.au Coolum Christian Family Church 2 Arcoona Road (Cnr Coolum Yandina Rd) , (it’s at Coolum Beach Christian College) http://ccfchurch.org.au or call 5446 1295. Coolum Uniting Church, Cnr Elizabeth St & Heathfield Rd, Coolum Beach www.maryburnettpres.org.au or call 07 5446 1815 Salvation Army , Meeting Rooms 127, Greenoaks Drive Coolum. Call Warren or Denise 0400 797 480 / 0418 214 723. PEREGIAN SPRINGS RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION – Are you concerned about local development or any community issues? See http://fb.com/groups/psrainc or see www.psra.org.au or email Secretary Mike Goss on mail@psra.org.au
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Business profile— Narissa Harrison Kinesiology
Positive result brings change FOR Narissa, becoming a Kinesiologist began on a personal level. Years of frustration over her own health issues pushed her to look for answers. Faced with taking medication for quite possibly years ahead, motivated Narissa to look for other options. “I booked in to see a Naturopath who practiced a technique called ‘muscle testing’, which I later found out formed the basis of the natural health modality; Kinesiology,” Narissa said. “She used this technique as a way to communicate with my body. “She asked a series of questions and my body responded with either a yes or no, depending on whether
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something was right for me or not. “ “Coming away from that treatment I felt empowered with knowledge about what nutrition my body required and the realisation that old belief patterns and suppressed emotions were wreaking havoc on my physical health. “In just a few Kinesiology sessions my whole outlook and perspective on health had changed. Not only did Kinesiology support my body in healing but was also a major catalyst for positive change in my life. “I knew without question, that this was something I wanted to learn so I could share with people, who like myself were looking for answers to their health problems.” Narissa went on to become a
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qualified Kinesiologist with the Progressive Kinesiology Academy on the Sunshine Coast. Graduating in 2012 she has continued to upgrade her knowledge, skills and tools on all levels, studying Medical Intuition, the Australian Bush Flower’s, Aromatherapy, Nutrition, Crystal healing, Numerology, Reiki and the Mind-body connection. Through her extensive experience she has adapted her own style and her work today is an expanded version of when she first graduated 6 years ago. Working with Kinesiology Narissa is able to quickly determine what is the priority for you, gently transform negative conditions into positive ones, empower you with knowledge and support you in creating a deeper connection with your self. “What I love is working from a space of integration, aligning the mind and heart, a powerful combination of healing energy, where two become one. This is my greatest passion and has become my greatest work. To be of service and to help people to heal gives me meaning and purpose every day. “I am proud to be a Kinesiologist and look forward to supporting you on your journey with health.” Over time Narissa Harrison Kinesiology has evolved into a flourishing business. Based in Peregian Springs she works from a private clinic, affording her the flexibility of work/life balance and allowing her to meet the needs of each client in a private setting, while upholding a high level of professionalism. To find out more about Kinesiology see narissaharrison.com.au or call Narissa on 0418 817 821. Peregian Springs News, August 2018
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School News
Maths adds up at Coolum High By Tim Robinson Deputy Principal of Initiatives Coolum State High School HOW can we ensure all students get the best start in Mathematics? It is our belief at Coolum High that our students’ mathematical literacy must move beyond number sense and arithmetic. They require the right skills, dispositions and tasks for them to become the confident and creative communicators of mathematics that the world requires. At Coolum High, we have welcomed multiple-awarded Maths educator, Mr Rob ProffittWhite, a former State educational advisor for numeracy into our team. He has demonstrated capacity to improve both the attitude and aptitude of students, through State and nationally acclaimed initiatives, by making mathematics more accessible and enjoyable for everybody. Rob’s work has twice been recognised with Showcase Awards, Queensland’s highest honour for excellence in state schooling. Rob is a superb educator whose work genuinely makes a significant difference! Our Junior Secondary programs will expose all students to Numeracy Activators tasks - nurturing those essential STEM practices and critical thinking skills. 22
Our students will participate in regular diagnostic cycles to ensure their mathematical needs are met with the latest research informed strategies. Our school will be become a State learning hub for the effective teaching and learning of mathematics. Every child possesses a curiosity of the world around them and with a strong foundation in mathematics, this curiosity can be developed into the mathematical capability that will enable your child to thrive in the modern economy. This journey starts at Coolum High.
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Maturity Matters
Don’t forget to treat your feet
FEET have always featured large in my life. Even as a young child I understood that feet were very important. I was too young to understand why. It was my Dad who instilled it into me. Buying shoes for his three young daughters was a big deal. They had to fit right, give loads of support & supply a bit of “growing room”. We arrived in Queensland in early 1961, as migrants from the UK. Dad was a shoe repairer. In those days he was credited as a craftsman. We settled in Beenleigh, then a small country town. Within a year or so his business had grown into a small retail shoe store. Shortly after, a larger store with ladies, men’s and children’s departments. One of his mantras was “feet must breathe”. Meaning, I think, if your feet stink, the shoes are made out of a material that doesn’t breathe. He also said “keep party shoes only for parties”. Makes sense really, party shoes can be mighty uncomfortable! In other words ladies, high heels should be a no-no for work. Dad used to say, “if party and dress shoes were the ideal
footwear, “the army would kit the troops with them.” Army boots ticked all the boxes for Dad. Loads of support, ample toe wriggling room, flexibility and made from leather, so minimising smelly feet. My hubby Pete was born in Brisbane. Like most of the other kids he went to primary school barefoot. He tells me about the painful “stone bruises” he and the other kids suffered. Stone bruises were the awful painful infections caused by cuts to their feet. It didn’t deter them from going barefoot! Like so many Queenslanders who went to school pre-1960’s fitting shoes on his very wide feet can be difficult. A visit to a Podiatrist will pay dividends in preventing and treating many common foot ailments. Your podiatrist can recommend the correct footwear for you. It’s also a good idea to shop for footwear where you are confident that the sales staff are properly trained. If your feet are painful, make an appointment with a Physiotherapist. And.. pamper your feet. After a shower, thoroughly dry, then moisturise them well. Dad passed away in 1984. He taught me heaps about life in general. On feet he said,“look after your feet, you only get one pair. You can’t get a foot replacement.” How true.
The Team RSPCA Noosa Annual Plant, Book, Craft Sale PLUS a Pop Up Op Shop will be held on Saturday 1st September, 8.30am 3.00pm and Sunday 2nd September 10.00am - 1.00pm at
the Noosa RSPCA Animal Care Centre, Corner of Eumundi & Hollett Roads, Noosaville. It promises a great range of products for sale with money raised to help a great cause.
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Travel Tales…
Tribute to the brave St Bernard Peregian Springs Travel enthusiast and local resident, Lenette Paul, recently travelled to France and visited a museum in the Swiss Alps dedicated to the St Bernard – Here’s the heart warming winter piece for your enjoyment. Over 1000 years ago, high in the Swiss Alps near the Italian border, Saint Bernard established a hospice for weary or sick travellers. The hospice is now a history museum including the story of that special dog breed, the Great St Bernard. First mentioned in 1709 they were originally bred as working dogs. For many years the Great St Bernards were used to help rescue thousands of people lost in heavy snowstorms and avalanches. With powers of smell to detect a human against the wind more than three kilometres away, they are particularly strong crossing deep snow drifts. On a recent visit we were delighted to see the dogs arrive at the hospice from their winter home in Martigny in the Rhone Valley foothills. St Bernards are beautiful, noble creatures and were an inspiration to write the following. 26
My Last Rescue By Lenette Paul It is midnight and snowing outside. I rest on the stone floor near the old fireplace. The fire dances and the burning logs crackle brightly. I am old and tired but cannot sleep. My ears prick up at the far away sound of crashing snow. There is loud banging at the door and wild cries for help. People are lost in the snow. My master and I must help. My master trails behind me in the deep snow. My strong chest pushes the snow and makes a pathway. The air is heavy with snow and fog but I smell people buried far away. They are nearby now. I show my master where to dig. We dig and dig. Three cold and tired humans are alive. It is snowing and foggy but I show everyone the way home. The people are safe. My work is done. I am old and tired. This is my last rescue.
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New swim school for Peregian PARENTS looking for somewhere close by to have their children learn to swim will have a new option from Term 4 this year with the announcement that Peregian Swim School will soon be open and operating from the Peregian Beach College pool. Peregian Swim School Director and Learn to Swim Teacher Gen Brewer will operate the business alongside her mum, Narelle (both pictured right). The new swim school is in the final stages of planning and will offer classes for all levels and abilities, with a focus on developing skills and confidence for children. Gen has more than seven years experience as a learn to swim teacher and has competed at Open National level as a
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competitive swimmer. Narelle brings more than 30 years experience to the business having started her career as an Early Childhood Educator prior to managing the Brewer Swimming School in Sydney in 1990. For more phone Gen on 0452 153 986 or www.peregianswimschool.com.au
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Where can I get help to make decisions about Aged Care? NAVIGATING through the financial aspects of aged care can be complicated, especially as you should take into consideration: • • • • • •
How your age pension is affected? How to pay for your accommodation? What you will pay for your ongoing care? Whether you need to pay any tax? Whether you have enough cashflow to pay for your care and living expenses? The impact on your net wealth and your estate?
Paying for advice from a qualified financial adviser may help to make this easier and also reduce the stress for your family. It can also help to avoid making significant and expensive mistakes.
Paterson’s team: Tom, Aaron and Antonia You can also access free information to help you understand the rules from a visit to Centrelink or by going online to www.myagedcare.gov.au but an accredited aged care financial adviser can help to put this into a plan that works for you and your family. Contact a Patersons accredited aged care Financial adviser to establish your suitability for an initial, set fee, consultation on (07) 5409 6100. The information contained above is general in nature and you should seek professional advice for your particular circumstances. For further information, please speak to your Patersons Wealth Adviser
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