Coolum News June 2021 by InFocus News

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WALKING INTO FITNESS DECKCHAIR FUN Theatre in Coolum is alive and well

GAME ON: The Walking Football Coolum crew are keen to find new members to join in the fun on Monday nights at the fields behind the Baptist Church.

BY REBECCA CROCKETT THEY WON’T WIN THE FA CUP FOR FOOTBALL FINESSE, BUT ONE LOCAL GROUP IS KICKING GOALS IMPROVING PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH FOR OLDER PEOPLE.

Walking Football Coolum (WFC) team Founder, Dom Massoni, started the group around two years ago when his wife saw the sport on TV and thought he should give it a go. There wasn’t one close-by so once he found a ground (thanks to the help of Coolum Baptist Church for the use of the soccer pitch behind the Church) he started a team in Coolum. As a sport, Walking Football is Coolum News - June 2021

said to be the fastest growing in the world. It is a phenomenon that started in Scotland around 10 years ago bringing people, with willing minds and perhaps less willing bodies, together to participate in a game they might’ve played or watched when they were younger - combating social isolation and improving mental and physical health and personal relationships in the process. Dom, who originally hails from France, says the Coolum walking footballers are a fun crew and a great mix of people from a wide range of local, interstate and international backgrounds including from Scotland, The Netherlands, England and New Zealand. Continued page 4

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FROM THE ED’S DESK AS THIS MONTH’S EDITION OF COOLUM NEWS HITS THE STREET, OUR 11TH SINCE LAUNCHING IN AUGUST OF 2020, I SENSE A FEELING OF POSITIVITY IN THE AIR.

Maybe it’s the coming of the end of financial year, the clear days, the big surf, or the next round of school holidays and the tourism influx it will bring to our town... or maybe it’s just seeing our local community stepping up and helping each other out. It was great to see so many local business people get behind Coolum Business & Tourism’s Small Business “Survivor” event hosted by Sam and Ash of Hot 91.1 fame. The Sunny Coast Cash program (see page 3) is a fantastic initiative - what better present for

a local person than a gift card to be spent within the 4573 postcode. We have a great mix of businesses to buy from within the 4573 postcode and every $100 spent locally has a local impact of $180 in terms of local jobs and flow on purchases with suppliers etc. On the social front, it’s been great to see the Coolum RSL attracting a strong crowd to it’s Friday night and Sunday afternoon events, helping to raise money for the Sub Branch and providing a regular social outing for many in the veteran community. More at CoolumPeregian RSL Sub Branch on Facebook. Congrats also to Gubbi Gubbi artist MaggieJean Douglas, 21, who’s artwork Care for Country will appear on this year’s NAIDOC Week poster (July 4 to 11). See www.naidoc. org.au for more. I hope you enjoy this month’s read. Geoff

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SHOP WITH SUNNY COAST CASH BUSINESSES IN THE 4573 POSTCODE ARE BEING ENCOURAGED TO JOIN A NEW PUSH TO HELP LOCALS SPEND THEIR MONEY CLOSE TO HOME.

Coolum Business & Tourism launched its Shop Local #4573 campaign and the release of the Sunny Coast Cash Gift Card at St Andrew’s Anglican College on May 26 (pictured right). CBT president Mark Cameron told those attending the gift card concept had been brought together with the help of Why Leave Town Promotions - a business specialising buy local campaigns across the nation. The campaign involves businesses signing up to accept and to sell Sunny Coast Cash eftpos Gift Cards. The cards are bought like any other gift card, however their use is restricted to participating businesses in the 4573 postcode.

Customers can also order The Sunny Coast Cash Cards online by visiting the CBT website www.coolumbusinessandtourism.com.au. To find out more about the program and get involved phone Peter Lloyd on 0412 430 989 or email info@coolumbusinessandtourism. com.au

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COME AND JOIN WALKING FOOTY FROM PAGE 1 The footballers are aged from 45 up to their 70s. Dom said some have played Football (soccer) before when they were younger and others had never played before. He said it’s easy to pick up the sport, no matter what your level of movement or experience is. “There’s no physical contact and no tackling,” Dom said. “It’s 6 players on each side and the ball stays below shoulder height... it’s about ball control and just getting to the ball as quickly as you can (walking) ... we’re not out there to smash each other!” One of the more senior members of the WFC, Martin who is in his 70’s, says walking football is “really, really good..keeps me fit and keeps the mind sharp”. Another senior, Tony, says the ‘camaraderie is great’ and Mark, a retired Rugby League coach whose knees are “shot” said he can still play and enjoys the fitness. One of the women players, Karen, drives from Nambour to play. “The guys are fabulous,” she said “I’ve improved so much...it doesn’t matter what your level is ... and it’s not too impactful and

keeps you flexible.” Coolum Walking Footballers are looking for more players (men and women) to join so they can put together a mixed social team as well as add to the current successful men’s tournament team (the women almost have the numbers to make a team but need more). Why not celebrate this month’s International Men’s Health Week 2021, June 14-20, and try Walking Football? Phone Dom on 0408 853 468 or email dom@greenpet.com.au. You could also come and watch the play on a Monday night from 5pm, on the Coolum Crusaders soccer ground located at the Coolum Sports Complex, 1946-1974 David Low Way (behind the Coolum RSL). All you need to play is a pair of runners or soccer boots, some water and $5 to cover ground hire. Games are broken into quarters and last until about 6.30pm with water breaks. Dom and the team will make you very welcome. For more information about the teams and to keep track of the latest season, see the Coolum Walking Football Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ groups/2373176716040867/

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CHAIRS ADD A TOUCH OF DRAMA DECEIT, DRAMA, SHOCKING REVELATIONS AND HILARIOUS COMEDY - HOW MUCH CAN HAPPEN ON TWO DECKCHAIRS ON AN ENGLISH SEASIDE?

Turns out quite a lot! Audiences are in for a rollercoaster ride when Coolum Theatre Players brings to town it’s upcoming production of “Deckchairs 1” , a show of 5 “playlets” written by Jean McConnell that are by turns funny, poignant and surprising. Each short play is set on the same two deckchairs but with two different characters in the chairs each time, creating a sense in the audience that they’re in the taboo space of the eavesdropper on the various duos’ personal conversations. Director, Barbara Ryan, (pictured right, standing) says the touch of drama in the program is something audiences at CTP may not be used to but is still wonderfully balanced with comedy and a hint of live music. Giving a few details of the plays, Barbara said: “Shoppers” is a riotous conversation between two well-to-do shopaholics who let out a rather surprising secret, “Early Blight” is a heart-breaking exploration of a doomed mother/daughter relationship, “Dancers” wittily dissects the tea-dancing world of two skittish women, “Late Frost” is a drama in which a life-long friendship faces it’s biggest challenge and “Doggies” is a hilarious tale about two very different types of dog-owners.” With a cast of many locals, Deckchairs 1 is Community Theatre at it’s best with the troupe, as always, putting in their “all” in terms of preparation (on-stage and backstage) and performance. Cast member and part of the “Shoppers” duo Janet Marshall (pictured above right seated) said she loves being on stage but despite meticulous preparation actors still get nervous and if you don’t, then “you haven’t 6

done it properly.” Julia Loaney, (pictured above left seated) who also plays in the “Shoppers” duo, says she ‘loves being on stage’ and ‘feeds off the laughter’ and ‘loves the interaction’. Coolum Theatre Players welcomes interest from theatre-loving new members including backstage , lighting and front of house greeters. They’re currently particularly looking for a new member who’d enjoy volunteering to help with front of house . “Deckchairs 1” is recommended for 18 years and over but children 15 years plus can be accompanied by a parent or care-giver. Performance dates are at 7.30pm on Friday 16, Saturday 17, Saturday 24 July. Sunday matinees are at 2.00pm on 18 and 25 July. Tickets are on sale now . Head to https://coolumtheatre.com.au/ coolumnews.com.au

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Studio 4 Dance is partnering with Tilly Belle this school holidays to bring your little ones the opportunity to experience a 2 hour Acro, Dance and Pamper Session. Kids will enjoy a combo class of acrobatics and jazz with the dynamic instructors from Studio 4 Dance, followed by a Tilly Belle day spa which includes a facial, manicure or pedicure and glitter girl make-up. Sessions are for 5-8yr olds. $50 per child. Studio on campus at Peregian Beach College. Spots are strictly limited. Get in QUICK! info@studio4dance.com.au

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CARING FOR OUR COAST’S DUNES By Rebecca Crockett “YOU CAN’T MISS US,” EDWIN, ONE OF THE COOLUM AND NORTH SHORE COAST CARE, DUNE & BUSH REVEGETATION AND WEEDING GROUP CO-ORDINATORS TOLD ME ON THE PHONE THE DAY BEFORE MY VISIT TO THE YINNEBURRA DUNAL PATCH AT YAROOMBA.

I walked to the beach entry number he gave me and saw their sign, I couldn’t see anyone, but I heard lively chatter in amongst the trees. I hopped the path barrier (something you shouldn’t normally do) and crouched down on a seemingly well-worn spot. Then I saw a couple of the crew in the maze of branches pulling out lengths of vine and weeds and stuffing it all satisfyingly into a white sack. Happy to chat with me as they went, they explained the weed they were focusing on was of little value to wildlife like birds and bees and it quickly smothered the native vegetation if you let it go. I’d arrived mid-morning (the crew had been on the go since 8.30am) and when the morning tea whistle blew, I was surprised to see at least half a dozen other people pop up from close-by in their vibrant blue CaNSCC volunteer shirts. Edwin, my CaNSCC contact came down from up the top of the dune and gave me a warm welcome and enthusiastically showed me the different types of weeds he’d gathered that morning, and telling me about weed in general - how there were 20 different types of weed ranging from declared to environmental weed and how easily the weeds were spread, impressing the importance of the consistent work of volunteers of the CaNSCC. Taking a break with BYO snacks and flasks of tea and coffee in a shady spot near the beach, the volunteers told me about how once you know the weeds getting rid of them becomes 8

a bit of an obsession. They said they get a lot out of being part of the group - from the satisfaction of seeing a patch they’ve cleared ‘take off by itself’ to being satisfied an area’s been freed up for wildlife, to the social and outdoors aspect of it. “It means new contacts and new friends,” Edwin said, “the mental health of members is so important.” CaNSCC has dune care and regeneration groups in locations from Twin Waters up to Stumers Creek see https://coolumcoastcare. org.au/what-we-do/weeding-groups-2020/ CaNSCC is not only active in “Hands- on Projects” for Biodiversity such as Dune and Bush regeneration and collecting seeds for the Coolum Native Nursery on Warran Rd, it also plays a big part in Community Education and Awareness using guided walks, talks, seminars and workshops with student, community and corporate groups to increase cultural and historical awareness of our area. Research and shore monitoring is also a big part of the work CaNSCC does. From assistance with stranded turtles and marine animals to beach and bush data collection. CaNSCC, in conjunction with Sunshine Coast Environment Council, is making June an “Environment month” to coincide with World Environment Day. See https://www.scec.org. au/events and see https://coolumcoastcare. org.au to get involved. coolumnews.com.au

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From the Directors of Theatre & Dance, BACKSTAGE PASS is an exciting holiday Musical Theatre program for children and teenagers of all levels of experience. The 3 day workshop culminates in a showcase of singing, dancing & acting. Students will love learning a piece from the Tony Award winning Broadway musical Newsies. There will be two groups beginner/intermediate and experienced/dedicated dancers. $250/Student ($230 Earlybird Bookings by 18 June). Studio 4 Dance is on Campus at Peregian Beach College. Spots Limited. info@studio4dance.com.au

COUNCIL: DIVISION 9 WITH COUNCILLOR MARIA SUAREZ

NOW’S THE TIME TO HAVE A SAY HAVE YOUR SAY ON TRANSPORT

I urge you to have your say on the Mass Transit Project before consultation closes on 22 June, 2021. Public transport is an issue that’s been raised by Division 9 residents. You may think, it’s not in our area so why should I care? Even though the plan is for south of the river, it will affect you – in fact one of the options does mention a bus service through Division 9. Here are some of my thoughts. Do you work or travel to the hospital, the University, Maroochydore, Kawana or Caloundra? How do you plan on getting there in the future when the population has grown and traffic is worse? The options propose a high frequency bus network which will cut through Coolum and Peregian and a feeder bus network which will cut through Bli Bli. How are you going to catch these buses if you want to? Will you walk or will you drive to a bus stop and if so, where will you park? Will you continue to drive? Why?

Will you have parking options when you get there? How will you travel in the future? Please think about this and tell council what you need and want. For the corridor – if you’re not on public transport, you’ll be driving next to it. What do you like or dislike about each option presented? What are your thoughts on the change to surrounding houses and units such as density and height? Do you have any environmental pros or cons regarding the options? There is a lot of information to get through and some fact sheets to help. Email the team if you have questions about the information. You can find the survey and contact details at https://haveyoursay. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au. If you have other issues or suggestions to discuss, please contact me on 5475 9810 or maria.suarez@ sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au. Cheers, Cr. Maria Suarez Division 9 – Sunshine Coast Council

CHANCE TO HEAR FROM GREAT SPORTS RUGBY LEGEND MICHAEL O’CONNOR AND FORMER AFL STAR SIMON BLACK WILL BE THE GUEST SPEAKERS AT THIS YEAR’S SPORTSMAN’S LUNCH AT COOLUM BEACH HOTEL.

To be held on June 25 from 11.30am, the annual Sportsman’s Lunch is a fundraiser for Coolum Lions and Coolum Men’s Shed, proudly supported by Peter Andrew Real Estate, Ray Barber Legal, Coolum Beach Hotel and Coolum Beach Mitre 10. 10

Tickets are $110 per person, or $1000 for a table of 10. The price includes the speakers, a two course meal, and local beer and wine. A raffle will be held on the day with the major raffle prize being $1000. There will also be a Sporting Quiz to enter for $20 a table with categories including State of Origin, AFL, Boxing, Indigenous Athletes and Cricket. Tickets for the lunch can be pre-purchased from the Coolum Beach Hotel itself or at www.coolumbeachhotel.com.au coolumnews.com.au

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FEDERAL GOVERNMENT NEWS: MEMBER FOR FAIRFAX TED O’BRIEN

FUNDING HELPS THE MUSIC FLOW RED CHAIR FUNDING

Coolum music promoter Red Chair will receive $100,000 of Federal funding for the COMPASS Project - seven tours featuring 35 concerts of world, jazz, folk and classical music over the next 12 months. The local music scene was hit hard by the pandemic, with everyone from promoters to roadies doing it tough. But, now that live music is back, we’re in for a treat. What’s more it’ll attract tourists to the Sunshine Coast to enjoy these spectacles, and they will all need to eat, drink and sleep, which means they’ll be spending their money in local bars, restaurants and motels, which is great for jobs, great for local businesses and great for local artists. BLOODY LONG WALK

The Bloody Long Walk involves a very early start, but that didn’t dissuade 1200 participants from putting on their sneakers to walk from Coolum Beach to Mooloolaba, a journey of 35 kilometres to raise vital funds to tackle mitochondrial disease - a debilitating disorder for which there is no prevention, treatment, or cure. It was an honour to officially launch the walk again this year. FUTURE CHAMPIONS

And as we wait to learn if our bid to host

the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games has been successful, we should continue to encourage the young sports people in our community. That’s why the Federal Government provides funds for Local Sporting Champions, like Coolum hockey player Charlie Jackson, who’s just been awarded $650. Congrats Charlie! The Local Sporting Champion award program provides grants of between $500 and $750 for competitors aged 12-18 participating in state, national or international championships. More information is available at www. sportaus.gov.au/lsc. I encourage any eligible young sports person to apply. STAY IN TOUCH

If you have a Federal Government issue you’d like to discuss, please call the office on 07 5479 2800 or email ted.obrien.mp@aph.gov. au. There is also a lot of information available at my website on www.tedobrien.com.au

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STATE GOVERNMENT NEWS WITH MEMBER FOR NINDERRY DAN PURDIE

CALL FOR CLARITY ON NEW LEVY UPDATE ON THE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT LEVY (EML)

In the last sitting week of Parliament, I asked the Minister for Emergency Services, Mark Ryan, to support a review into the massive increase in the fire levy that has been slapped on homeowners and businesses in Coolum and Peregian Springs. I had written to the Minister the previous month to bring this serious issue to his attention, and failing to receive a satisfactory response, I’ve flagged the issue again. As we navigate our way through a post-COVID economic recovery, the last thing businesses and residents need is another tax grab. This is not the time to target businesses that are driving the economic recovery and providing much needed jobs for locals, nor is it the time to target homeowners, when housing affordability and homelessness is at crisis point. VOLUNTARY ASSISTED DYING LEGISLATION

As many readers would be aware by now, the State Government has now tabled legislation to establish Voluntary Assisted Dying. This is a matter beyond politics – it is deeply personal and divisive, and I have always said I would seek the views of my community before making a decision. With that in mind, in coming weeks, I will

be sending a survey to all residents aged 60 and over to ask for their views on this legislation. The Queensland Law Reform Commission has recommended that to access voluntary assisted dying, a person must: • Have an eligible condition that is advanced and progressive and expected to cause death within 12 months • Have a capacity to make a decision around end-of-life choices • Be acting voluntarily and without coercion • Be at least 18 years of age and • Satisfy residency requirements including being an Australian citizen or permanent resident and have been a resident of Queensland for at least a year. I encourage anyone in the community who wants to share their views to also complete the survey, which will be available on my website soon. Alternatively, hard copies will be available in my office from mid-June. STAY IN TOUCH

If you have any State Government matters to discuss with Dan, drop by the office at 11 Heathfield Rd, Coolum Beach, call 5406 7900 or email ninderry@parliament.gov.au

COOLUM HEARTS BEATING STRONG REGISTRATION FOR TERM 3 ACTIVITIES AT COOLUM HEARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FROM MIDJUNE.

This busy local group offers a wide range of weekly activities ranging from the I’m Still Standing Choir on Mondays to Tai Chi on Fridays at The Coolum Beach Bowls Club. 16

For Term 3 a five week Women’s Resilience Group and a five week Ukulele for Beginners workshop are already confirmed. For more details about the workshops and to find out how to join or volunteer with Coolum HeARTS, see www.coolumhearts. com.au. The workshop shed is at the corner of Elizabeth St and Sunrise Ave, Coolum. coolumnews.com.au

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CHAPPY’S CORNER WITH MARK HORSFALL

DEALING WITH THE SETBACKS One of my favourite recreation activities is playing AFL. My body has been feeling the best it’s been since having my right ACL (knee) repaired five years ago. This has caused me to be braver in taking the game on. Well, that was until last weekend. I was making a run for goal with the ball when an opposition player hit my good knee and it buckled, sending me to ground. Now I await the dreaded results of the MRI. To say it will be a setback to my illustrious AFL career would be an understatement. We all face setbacks at some point in our life (financial, health, relationship). How we deal and/or respond can be the determining factor of how we move forward. GIVE YOURSELF TIME.

We need to allow time to acknowledge and deal with the disappointment that comes from the setback. Sometimes it can be painful especially when goals and expectations have to be re-calibrated. It’s ok to feel loss and grief for a time as long as you don’t get stuck and leave it too long until you move forward. The encouragement of significant others can be a true source of strength. BE MINDFUL OF YOUR SELF-TALK AND ADOPT A CAN-DO ATTITUDE.

Our thinking plays a large role in what happens next. Embrace setbacks as opportunities to learn and grow. The process

of working through the setback can develop a deeper and more meaningful sense of self and purpose. FIND A PATH TO PROGRESS AND MOVE FORWARD.

Reflect on the setback and ask yourself the ‘Now What’ questions. Now what do I need to change? Now what do I need to do differently? Now what do I need to move on from? FOCUS ON WHAT YOU CAN CONTROL AND NOT ON THE CIRCUMSTANCES THAT ARE OUT OF YOUR CONTROL.

Sometimes the very circumstances we can’t control can cause us to change direction which in turn can lead us to find success in areas we didn’t expect. We can always control our attitude and outlook. Someone once told me that the experiences we value most in life are often the ones that are the most challenging. They push us to grow, develop and learn. So remember, a setback is a setup for a comeback!! Mark Horsfall School Chaplain Coolum State High School

UPDATED SITE SHOWS EVENTS ONLINE WHETHER YOU’RE SEARCHING FOR SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN FOR THE CHILDREN, OR THE LATEST EXPO NEWS FOR YOURSELF, THERE’S A NEW WEBSITE WORTH A LOOK.

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sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au and it’s now being populated with a vast array of activities. It’s well worth exploring the various tabs available on the site, including the Libraries section which outlines a range of regular activities for old and young alike, including children’s Storytime and Rhymetime events. coolumnews.com.au

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DONATE BLOOD AND SAVE LIVES JUST BY SITTING DOWN AND ROLLING UP A SLEEVE YOU CAN SAVE 3 LIVES. Blood donation is so vital it’s even considered an essential service during COVID lockdowns. World Blood Donor Day, on June 14, is an annual celebration to raise awareness of the need for donations and to thank blood donors for their life-saving gifts. Lifeblood (part of the Australian Red Cross) has mobile donor centres regularly at Coolum and Tewantin and the friendly Lifeblood team put the wellbeing of donors first, making sure they’re suitable to give blood and ensuring they’ve had enough to eat and drink on the day (with plenty of snacks and drinks on offer). If you’d like to know more about blood donation or booking a blood donation time (like Coolum News journalist Rebecca Crockett, pictured above making her first blood donation at Coolum), head to www.donateblood.com.au If you have a competitive streak, you

could also register and join Coolum Coastal Property’s Lifeblood Team and help them to battle it out with other real estate agents across the state in the REIQ Real Estate Blood Challenge designed to encourage agents and agencies to get behind giving blood and the promotion of blood donations within their community from May 1 to July 31. Call Natalie on 5231 9831 or email info@ coolumcoastalproperty.com.au.

NEW PLAYGROUP FOR THOSE UNDER 5 A NEW PLAYGROUP, ENDORSED BY PLAYGROUP QUEENSLAND, HAS COME TO COOLUM.

Ready to welcome the under 5’s and their parents, grandparents or carers, from Coolum and surrounding areas, the new group meets at Coolum State School Outside Hours School care centre and is presented by a qualified Early Childhood Educator. With a large playground and nature playspace, plus loads of activities, games and creative play, music, stories and social connection all are welcome to come on a casual or regular basis. There’s a theme for each month, with the 20

picture right, taken at the Coolum Civic Centre’s park ‘Pop up’ session during Messy Play month. Playgroup at Coolum State School is on Wednesdays 9am -11am term time. Entry by gold coin donation. More information email admin@ coolumafterschoolcare.com.au or see www.playgroupqld.com.au. coolumnews.com.au

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POLICE NEWS WITH SENIOR CONSTABLE MARIA O’BRIEN

EXPECT TO SEE POLICE ON ROAD THERE HAVE BEEN A TOTAL OF 97 REPORTABLE POLICE OCCURRENCES IN THE SUBURB OF COOLUM BEACH FOR THE MONTH OF MAY. This is not the number of jobs Police have attended, this is only number of reportable occurrences. These include: Assaults – 3 Stalking – 1 Stealing offences – 5 Steal from vehicle – 1 Wilful Damage - 4 Breach of Bail – 3 Domestic Violence incidents – 12 Drink/Drug driving – 5 Traffic Offences – 50 Traffic Crash - 5 Drug related offences – 1 Found Property – 2 Lost Property – 3 Move on Direction – 1

Weapons offences – 1 With the high number of traffic related offences recorded this month, it is a good time to remind drivers of road safety and the importance of following road rules. Traffic patrols throughout the Coolum division will remain strong, as there has been a high number of traffic complaints made and traffic crashes occurring as a result of traffic offences. Motorists should drive with caution and remember the fatal five: do not exceed the speed limit, ensure all persons within a vehicle are wearing their seatbelts, do not drive if you have consumed drugs or alcohol, do not drive whilst fatigued, do not get distracted by mobile phones or other items whilst driving. Remember the legal breath alcohol concentration limit for an open driver licence holder in Queensland is 0.05.

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