Eastern Beaches News December 2020 by InFocus News

Eastern Beaches News Inform know grow Volume 1. Issue 4

December 2020

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Dancers Chloe M, Ayla D, Ivy Costanzo and Gemma J, from the Studio 4 Dance business in Peregian, will perform in the Christmas in Storyland Pantomime at South Bank in Brisbane on December 11, 12 and 13.

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Let the dance begin The Christmas trees are up, the Christmas lights are starting to appear on the local houses and school’s about to finish for thousands of local kids. For many, that means summer holidays are on the way. For four young Peregian dancers it means a chance to shine in the big smoke as members of the cast of the Christmas in Storyland pantomime in Brisbane - a Christmas tradition making a comeback to the big stage at South Bank after a 20-year break.

Studio 4 Dance owner Karla Costanzo, who performed in the pantomime herself in the 80s and 90s, said the four girls, her daughter Ivy, and her friends Chloe M, Ayla D and Gemma J were in for a fun time. “Performing in Christmas in Storyland was such a highlight of my childhood and I’m so thrilled my daughter and her friends will have the same wonderful experience I did,” she said. Find Studio 4 Dance on Facebook and show tickets at www.trybooking.com.

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Saving our black cockatoos, p16

Tiny steps will get the job done, p20

From the Ed’s desk: I’m not sure about anyone else but for me tipping into December feels like a race towards the finishing line on what has been a very long, strange, and different kind of year. Usually at this time of year I’d be hunting for carols events to share with readers, Christmas parades and concerts. For the most part, COVID restrictions appear to have put an end to that this year. Things may change though, so keep an eye on our Facebook page @EasternBeachesNews or our website at www.yourcommunitymedia.com.au and if I spot any events that have been brought back to life, I promise to share them there as quickly as I’m able. It has been great to hear from people who have found the magazine over the past few months and have some great ideas about how we can make it work for

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the community. Keep the ideas coming. Ultimately our aim is to provide a regular monthly dose of interesting, topical and factual news that helps residents to know what’s on offer in their neighbourhoods and shares the great work being done every day by people who live here and have a passion for making it as good as it can be. It’s been heartening this month to see new businesses investing in the local area and showing confidence in the years ahead. Congratulations to those business owners for taking the risk and having a go. On that topic, it is timely to remember that if you like this magazine and you’re looking for a Christmas present and to help a local business too, any of our advertisers would love to help. Their support makes this idea possible. I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. I look forward to seeing what 2021 will bring for all of us. Geoff

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Christmas tails wagging The dogs were walking, talking and taking a bath on November 29 when Peregian Markets held its Christmas Pooch Parade. There were big dogs, little dogs, elf-like dogs, sausage dogs and clever dogs who turned out to try their luck in the fluffy fashion stakes. The Parade was sponsored by Peregian Springs Vets, Noosa Dog Cakes and Jonny Bandannas, with first prize of a $50 Noosa Dog Cakes voucher going to the elf-like Jack Russell. Peregian Markets are back with to their normal routine, open from 7am to 12.30pm on market days on the first and third Sunday of each month, and the fifth Sunday too in December or January. Market coordinator Lea Bye said the markets were rebuilding momentum lost during the COVID shutdowns and stallholders were looking forward to the Christmas trade. To see the latest market news, Peregian Markets on Facebook or go to www.peregianmarkets.com.au

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Local News - In Brief CHRISTMAS APPEAL

TURTLE TIME

Summer means turtle nesting season on the Sunshine Coast as Loggerhead and Green Turtles arrive on our beaches to lay their eggs. Coolum and North Shore Coast Care have a number of volunteers ready to help should you spot a nest or a stranded turtle washed up on shore. For help phone Leigh on 0407 397 018, Susan on 0409 807 110, Michele on 0413 597 724, Ben on 0416 299 854 or Luke on 0428 853 188. See www.coolumcoastcare.org.au for more.

MORE TIME TO POST

With the Christmas rush upon us Peregian Beach Post Office will be open extra hours until December 23 to give everyone the best chance possible of getting their cards and presents sent on time. The post office, which is on the surf club side of the central square at Peregian Beach, will be open from 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday and 9am to Noon on Saturday until December 23.

A GINGER CHRISTMAS

Santa’s workshop will be open at The Ginger Factory at Yandina from December 9 to 24 from 9.30am1.30pm. Children will have the chance to meet Santa in his workshop, receive a free gift and, if you bring your own camera, have a photo with the big man too. See www.gingerfactory.com.au for more. 4

Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart has launched the Mayor’s Christmas Appeal to help four local charities reach those doing it tough this Christmas. The appeal calls for gift cards and other donations to go to Salvation Army Noosa, St Vincent De Paul Noosa, Santa’s Classy Helpers and Youturn Youth Support. Donations can be dropped directly at any of the chosen charities, or a number of drop off points, the closest of which for Eastern Beaches News readers is at Peregian Beach Community House, 255 David Low Way from 9am to 2pm, Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays until December 18.

INDY THEATRE FESTIVAL

The winning show of the Spirit of Fringe Award at the Melbourne Fringe Festival in 2019 is on the playlist for a four day original theatre festival in Nambour this month. Yay for Cane Toads! Will make its Queensland debut at the Fluorescent Festival, to be held at the Old Ambulance Station, 80 Howard St, Nambour from Wednesday, December 9 to Saturday, December 12. Bookings are essential. See www.ladylongdrop.com for details of show times and ticket prices.

CLIMB THE HIGH ROPES

There’s a new attraction on the Coast to try out these holidays with the opening of the Next Level high ropes course over Cornmeal Creek at Sunshine Plaza in Maroochydore. Marketed as Australia’s largest high ropes course the $3 million attraction features four levels of difficulty and 145 aerial obstacles connected by 16 zip lines. It was created by TreeTops Adventure Group. Find out more at www.nextlevelpark.com.au

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Noosa Mayor’s column with Clare Stewart It’s hard to believe that Christmas is almost here. We’ve all had a tough year, with the mantra #weareallinthistogether never more pertinent, CHRISTMAS CONVOY We’ve launched the Connecting Noosa Christmas Convoy in an effort to spread some Christmas cheer through the community. The convoy will also help recognise the efforts of our emergency services during Covid and the bushfires last year who will feature in the convoy along with of course, Santa. It starts in Boreen Point and Cooroibah on Monday night, 7 December and moves to Kin Kin, Pomona and Cooroy on Tuesday. It then travels through parts of Tewantin on Wednesday 9 December, followed by the beachside suburbs of Peregian, Castaways and Sunrise Beach on Thursday afternoon, 10 December. As many of our regular community events can’t go ahead due to the pandemic restrictions, this will ensure everyone gets to enjoy the Christmas Spirit with neighbours and family. MAYOR’S CHRISTMAS APPEAL Speaking of Christmas, I am delighted to launch our first ever Mayor’s Christmas Appeal. The appeal is a way to lend a helping hand to not-forprofits and local charities. Our local charities do a tremendous job but after such a challenging year, any support is greatly appreciated. We are calling for donations of gift cards or gift vouchers to local attractions. I’m kicking off the appeal with $500 worth of gift cards and I’d be so pleased if you would join me in supporting this appeal in any way that you can however big or small. The appeal is supporting the great works of the Salvation Army, St Vincent de Paul 6

Noosa, Youturn Youth Support and Santa’s Classy Helpers. See Council’s website to find out what our charities need most and how you can help www.noosa.qld.gov.au COUNCIL ANNUAL REPORT Well despite a tough year for all, we all put one foot in front of the other and marched on. Council’s annual report is now live on our website. It’s an interesting snapshot of the past year. Despite Covid-19 restrictions, staff answered more than 88,000 enquiries, we emptied more than 1.5 million bins, libraries loaned more than 349,000 books and other items, finding new ways to serve our community even with the doors having to be closed. Other highlights and one which I am incredibly proud of is that fact that we’ve almost doubled our budget on fire trail building and maintenance in Council bush reserves and we have increased our budget by 71% for controlled burns on Council land. We’ve distributed over $1.3 million in grants to the community and environmental groups, plus art and other projects during the 19/20 year. MERRY CHRISTMAS All in all, it’s been a big year but as the Christmas season is well and truly upon us, we have much to celebrate, reflect on and be thankful for. We hope to see as many of you as possible over the coming weeks on our Christmas Convoy and on behalf of all Councillors and Council staff I wish you and your loved ones a peaceful, joyful, safe and merry Christmas. Stay safe and take care, Clare

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State Member for Noosa: A BIG THANK YOU As we head rapidly towards Christmas and hopefully spending time with loved ones, including those from Sydney and Victoria now our borders are open again, we look back on an incredibly busy month. Firstly, a deeply appreciative ‘thank you’ for all who voted to keep Noosa Independent recently. As I write this from the opening of Parliament, I am humbled by this privilege. In addition, how proud I am that you continue to set new benchmarks in your expectations of both candidates and electioneering by rejecting the perpetration of misinformation, tokenisms and misleading advertising. You deserve so much better, and your voice was heard very clearly! Many updates can be found at www.sandybolton.com/noosa360, including on flight paths. FLIGHT PATHS After recent consultation on the draft terms of reference for the Post Implementation Review, Airservices Australia are considering all community feedback. There will be another opportunity for public comment once they have prepared their draft Community Engagement Plan. Anyone can register with Engage Airservices and subscribe for Sunshine coast Project updates to

Sandy Bolton MP receive the latest information as released. PARLIAMENT”S BACK Parliament duties are at the forefront currently with our first sitting and swearing in of the 57th Parliament this week, followed by a State Budget and then Estimates where we get to ask questions and dig a little deeper into the budget. Vitally important of course, however it is regretful that I can’t be out an about with our local organisations at their Christmas gatherings wishing everyone a Merry Christmas in person as I have other years. If you need assistance with any State Government matters, please don’t hesitate to contact my staff. You can keep up to date with our efforts either via Facebook at ‘Sandy Bolton MP’, or subscribe to our monthly newsletter at www.sandybolton.com CHRISTMAS OFFICE CLOSURE A reminder that our office closes for Christmas from Friday 18th December to Monday 4th January. Sending everyone the warmest of wishes for the festive season and looking forward to catching up with everyone in the New Year. Sandy

BOOKFEST GIANT SALE

Rotary Noosa Daybreak will host a giant Christmas Book Sale on Sunday, December 6 from 8am to 4pm at Noosa Rugby Union Club, 1 Bicentennial Drive, Sunshine Beach. Funds raised will support Mental Health Research and Suicide Prevention and other Rotary Projects, www.rotarynoosadaybreak.org 8

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New Business Profile - Change Exchange

Containers for cash at Coolum There’s a new way to cash in your cans and bottles for coins and its coming to Coolum from December 7. Change Exchange co-owner Tim Riches said his business used technology to allow customers the opportunity of having their bottles counted automatically and payments made in cash on the spot. Tim said this was their second Change Exchange operation on the Coast, with the other at Beerwah having been open for some months and proving popular with locals there. “It’s a great opportunity for individuals, but also schools and

charities to be able to turn their fundraising efforts into cash in a timely manner,” Mr Riches said. The containers refund point at 53 Lysaght St, Coolum, is part of the Containers for Change scheme (www.containersforchange.com.au or phone 13 42 42) which allows for the recycling of eligible containers for a 10 cent refund per container. If you’re from a charity or school and interested in knowing more, please phone Jorge on 0447 553 080.

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Wide Bay update: Federal Member Llew O’Brien

Hoping for a happy, healthy, 2021 I would like to extend my best wishes to everyone in the Eastern Beaches for a safe and Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. This year has been a difficult one for everyone as a result of the pandemic, and while Australia has risen to the challenges of tackling COVID-19 better than most countries, we must acknowledge our nation’s recovery will be a slow and sometimes painful process. I am thankful to everyone in the Noosa region who showed common sense and decency in helping stop the spread of COVID-19, and particularly our medical professionals and aged care workers who have worked tirelessly throughout the year to keep us and our vulnerable elderly safe. As we move into 2021, there are many reasons we can be optimistic about a brighter year ahead. Locally, the final stage of the Peregian Beach Digital Hub will take shape, with $2,073,100 provided by the Morrison Government for Stage 3 of the Rufous Street Masterplan Development, Peregian Beach Digital Hub, Noosa’s tourism industry is expected

Camera trial begins at Peregian Digital Hub Peregian Beach has another layer of protection against bushfires with the installation of a test fire detection camera at the Digital Hub by local business Fireball.International. Fireball.International Managing Director Christopher Tylor (pictured) said the camera would be linked to the 14

to bounce back rapidly with the opening of borders, and Tourism Noosa has received $12,728 in Australian Government funding for an Industry Leadership Program that will help rebuild the sector. There is significant work being done in Queensland and overseas on a COVID-19 vaccine, and we can be hopeful that these trials continue successfully and safely. While COVID restrictions are being eased, the threat of the pandemic has not yet entirely eased, and this Christmas may be unlike others we have celebrated in the past. I would encourage everyone to reach out in person or by telephone to those who may be lonely or isolated. I hope everyone is able to celebrate a peaceful and safe Christmas, and wish all in Wide Bay a happier and healthier year in 2021. If you’d like to get in touch with Llew, phone 1300 301 968, email llew.obrien.mp@aph.gov.au or see www.llewobrien.com.au company’s FEUGOIntelligence system which uses artificial intelligence to monitor thousands of images every minute. Fireball.International’s system currently processes nearly one billion images a year and monitors around 123 million acres 24/7 from Mexico to Canada.

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Business launch - Activate Body

Body revolution at Sunshine There’s a new kid on the block at Sunshine Beach and its good news for local sports people and anyone just looking to get more out of their body. Launched in October at Duke St, Sunshine Beach, Activate Body offers a combination of health services including physiotherapy, led by Dr Viktoria Molloy, podiatry, and performance coaching with Tom Molloy. Tom said the combination of services offered clients the opportunity to have treatment for injuries with Viktoria, and for him to then be able to assist immediately in the coordination of the exercise program for recovery. On the physiotherapy side, Viktoria’s expertise is in low back pain, neck pain and headaches, osteoarthritis, acute and sport injuries, chronic pain, exercise based rehab and evidence based treatment. Tom is a proponent of S.M.A.R.T. Functional Strength programs, designed to build core control, tone the body, reduce weight, and increase ease of movement. He came to be involved in the study of movement and strength after finding himself almost immobile with arithitis about eight years ago and beginning a journey of learning as he hunted for ways to ease his pain and return his movement. On the launch night, he’d just returned from a 45km hike with friends and his passion for helping others to achieve the best they can from their body was infectious. Another part of the offering at Activate Sunshine Coast is Breathe, Fire and Ice Workshops that Tom offers to clients. He said there are powerful breathing methods that people can use to

Top - MP Sandy Bolton with Tom Molloy and the onsite sauna at Activate Body. Bottom: L to R - Viktoria Molloy, Mayor Clare Stewart and Tom Molloy at the launch.

stimulate their energy and regulate stress, and when combined with the extremes of fire (created by the on-site sauna) and ice (an ice-bath) could create an experience that had ongoing benefits for people’s wellbeing. Activate Body is at 4/18 Duke St, Sunshine Beach. For more info, see www.activatebody.com.au or phone 5641 1755.

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Rainbow Park’s green warriors By Fiona Ewington Nothing binds a community more than working on a project together. At Sunrise Beach, local resident Ben Alexander (pictured right) has led other locals on a mission to restore and regenerate Rainbow Park and Burgess Creek from a weed-infested space to a nutrient-rich clearing. Ben’s interest started when he moved to the area 6 years ago. Living behind Rainbow Park he couldn’t help noticing the unusual Glossy Black Cockatoos feeding in the trees. Bird watchers from near and far would come to see these fussy birds feeding in the Casuari trees. He learnt these trees have a life span of 20 years, so for the endangered species to continue feeding here, more trees needed to be planted. Starting with friends and family helping to pull up weeds and clear dense areas, they were able to create and improve the habitat for native flora and fauna. Then, Noosa Council came on board providing tools and gloves, and taking away the debris. Ben now has over 50 volunteers assisting with the project. As a result of working parties and donations from stakeholders, 500 new trees have recently been planted with 500 more in the pipeline turning the small park into a Glossy Black Cockatoo sanctuary. Progressing further into Rainbow Park, where natural water flows and the “Glossies” come to drink Ben found this area also needed attention. With the introduction of treated effluent in the water bringing rich nutrients it has become shrouded in 16

Singapore Daisy weed which is threatening native trees. “It would break my heart to see these trees die,” explains Jo, one of Ben’s local working bee volunteers. “We are so grateful to Ben for bringing his knowledge, expertise and leadership so we can help restore the landscape to its natural beauty.” Holding working bees for a few hours at a time on a regular basis has saved much time and money and brought a wonderful sense of community. Volunteers have a great time, and everyone is encouraged to come and be part of the fun. Whether they are weeding, planting or bringing the crew icy poles, every little bit helps. “It is very satisfying bringing natural balance to the ground, chatting to new people and catching up on Netflix recommendations,” chuckles Jo. “Our project has really come together,” explains Ben - and happily it has also taken his mind away from his career in the travel industry which due to COVID has come to an unfortunate standstill. To get involved with Glossy Black Cockatoos, Rainbow Park and Burgess Creek project please see www.burgesscreek.com.au or @ Burgess Creek Project on Facebook.

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Day Trip - Terella Brewery - North Arm

Dream brings new beer to life By Fiona Ewington As schools say farewell to another year and leavers embark on their new lives, Sunshine Beach local Brandt Bamford, an inaugural Sunshine Beach State High School student, advises schoolies to “Dream Big and Work Hard.” Celebrating the first anniversary of his big dream of setting up his own beer distillery, Terella Brewery owner Brandt and his business partner Torren Read, of Peregian Beach, (pictured) raised a glass of their own crafted ale recently to congratulate themselves on surviving a tough start to their hospitality business. With hard work, dedication and passion their dreams have created more than just a boutique brewery. Situated on 69 acres, 20 minutes from Noosa, North Arm’s Terella Brewery and taproom is a place of entertainment for all the family. With its own petting zoo, basketball court, open fields and dirt track, families are encouraged to bring their kids with bikes, balls and skateboards for outdoor activities in a safe environment, while parents enjoy some grown up time. To complement the array of regular new beers, there are food trucks and live music every weekend creating a magical mini outdoor festival. “It wasn’t an overnight success” explains Brandt. “Growing up in Sunshine Beach my beer-making passion began when my mate’s Dad allowed us to open his home brew kit. “I loved the science behind the distilling process and experimenting with different formulas.” 18

“Friends and families loved our concoctions and dreams of selling beer began but were restricted, because selling homebrew is illegal.” With dreams of beer-making on hold Brandt headed to WA to seek his fortune as an electrician in the mines. However, when his young children came along the gruelling rosters meant a challenging life balance, so he returned to the Sunshine Coast. Living a comfortable life with a daytime job, Brandt became restless and dreams of making beer came to a head. With blessings from his wife Shannon, they sold their hinterland home, bought some land and the family lived in the shed while investing all their savings in brewing equipment. It was by chance Brandt met Ashley Thomson who was farming indoor leafy greens and trying to find a sustainable outlet for the excess water this farming produced. The water is now used in the Terella Brewing beer. Because of the beautiful surroundings, Terella Brewery not only produces sustainable beer, it is a wonderful destination for family friendly fun. For information on holiday events, open times and local food trucks, see www.terellabrewing.com.au

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Sunnier Days with Ali Palmer Tiny is terrific is my new mantra! This month I want to share the power of taking tiny steps towards the things we want to get done. We’ve probably all felt the thrill of ticking something off our To Do List, completing a task or finishing a project. It feels good to accomplish something, big or small. This is a key driver for us humans. When we make progress towards our goals it activates the brain’s reward system releasing a ‘feel good’ chemical called dopamine. This makes us feel pleased with ourselves. This sense of achievement or the feeling of pride acts as an additional motivator. More often than not, once we get started, we want to keep going.

The power of tiny steps Sometimes we can have the best intentions to do something but for many reasons just can’t make it happen. It often feels too big or too hard. Or we’re too tired or too busy. By breaking it down into very small easy to do steps, it suddenly doesn’t seem so overwhelming. Our brains love EASY and when the task is presented in this way we are more likely to respond with a CAN-DO attitude. Even super tiny Ever since I read Tiny Habits by B.J. Fogg, I’ve been playfully experimenting with this idea. By the way, he has a great TED Talk too. I recently used it as the foundation for my ‘56 days to fit and fabulous’ campaign. And I started tiny, super tiny! I began by choosing just 3 simple exercises: push-ups, squats and sit-ups. At 20

regular intervals throughout the day, I’d complete just 5 repetitions of each. It was too easy not to do! Since then I have gradually increased the repetitions. Within just a few weeks I can feel my body getting stronger. Try this … Pick a chore, task, project or goal and begin by creating a list of tiny steps, remembering that these should be quick and easy to do. Aim to complete one step at a time. Upon completion, take a moment to celebrate in some small way. This could be a tick or a smiley face or a yeyyy me! This celebratory step is important … it creates a positive feedback loop in your brain and increases the chances that you will want to repeat this behaviour. I’ll talk more about this in future articles.

Wishing you well as you pave a positive pathway with your tiny steps. I look forward to sharing more tips for a healthy mindset next month, Ali. Ali Palmer is a Wellbeing Consultant and Strengths Coach. She works with individuals, teams and organisations to design better days and build better lives. If you’d like to learn more about her work, email: ali@the strengthsspace.com or see @thestrengthsspace on Instagram

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PUZZLES

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Local Heart LOCAL CHURCH CONTACTS Noosa Anglican Church- 5449 8009 & www.anglicanchurchnoosa.org. Sunshine Beach (Bicentennial Drv). Church Noosa, Noosaville State School Hall, 75 Beckmans Rd, Noosaville. See www.c3noosa.org Noosa Coastal Uniting Church - 5440 5433 & 0421 540 347; Noosa: 6 Grasstree Court, Sunrise Beach at 8am, Sundays. Tewantin: cnr Poinciana Ave & Werin St. at 10am Sundays. Peregian Church (part of Anglican Church of Noosa). 9.30am, Sundays, Illawong Room, St Andrew’s Anglican College Aquatic Centre, 40 Peregian Springs Drive, Peregian Springs. Salvation Army, Meeting Rooms 127, Greenoaks Drive Coolum. Call Warren or Denise 0400 797 480 / 0418 214 723. Wave Church, The Cavern Theatre. Sunshine Beach State High. Ph: 5353 5152. Weekly events for youth, children and adults. wavechurch.com.au GOVERNMENT CONTACTS Eastern Beaches Local Noosa Council – 5329 6500 or mail@noosa.qld.gov.au State (Noosa) - Sandy Bolton (Independent) Tel - 5319 3100. Federal (Wide Bay) Llew O’Brien (LNP) Tel– 4121 2936

LOCAL SURF CLUB CONTACTS SUNSHINE BEACH SURF CLUB NIPPERS Phone the club on 5447 5491 or see their website www.sunshinebeachslsc.com.au/ nippers/ PEREGIAN BEACH SURF CLUB NIPPERS Phone 5448 0900 and follow activities at www.facebook.com/peregiannippers COMMUNITY GROUP CONTACTS PEREGIAN BEACH COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INC www.pbcai.org or www.facebook.com/ peregianbeachcommunityassociation or phone Barry Cotterell on 5448 2208 or secretary Mary Crawford on 0439 750 145. PEREGIAN FAMILY & FRIENDS COMMUNITY GROUP. www.peregianfriends.com, or www.facebook.com/ peregianfamilyandfriends. Phone 0400 053 444. NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH NHW2 North Peregian, Marcus Beach, Noosa Di & Doug Shun Wah on 5471 3195 or email d.shunwah@bigpond.com PEREGIAN BEACH COMMUNITY HOUSE Office hours Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 9am to 2pm. Email

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Local Connect pbcommunityhouse@gmail.com or phone 5471 2311 and leave a message. VEGGIE VILLAGE Located at 50 Rufous St. Best contact is via email at info@veggievillage.org.au or see their website www.veggievillage.org.au— next working bees — December 6 & 20. PEREGIAN TENNIS CLUB 11 Rufous Street, Peregian Beach. www.peregiantennisclub.com.au. The club has three courts which can be booked online via the website. All are welcome – you do not need to be a member to play here. Competition tennis or coaching enquiries: Andrew 0400 110 482 weekdays. LIONS CHRISTMAS CAKES The Lions Christmas Cakes and Puddings have arrived. They will be on sale at the Peregian Markets on the 6th December 2020. So come and get the tastiest, fruitiest Christmas Cakes.To find out other venues and times of cake sales please check the Facebook page which is: Noosa Heads Lions Club. Any other enquiries regards sales please ring Graham on 0414 767 718. * If you’d like to add your notes here, email peregianspringsnews@gmail.com

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