Eastern Beaches News July 2021 by InFocus News

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EASTERN BEACHES

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HISTORY TIME Phil Jarratt explores Noosa’s journey

The new path to the lifeguard tower is starting to take shape at Peregian Beach.

A WALK IN PROGRESS The $230,000 upgrade to the boardwalk linking Beach Access 57 and Beach Access 58 at Peregian Beach is slowly progressing with a possible end date late in July, weather permitting. The upgrade will deliver 40m of wheelchair friendly boardwalk, reconnecting the two beach accesses and providing easier access to and from the lifeguard tower. There will also be a new beach shower facility installed to better Eastern Beaches News - July 2021

cater for the growing grounds. The funding allows for a revegetation process for any exposed areas. Construction work started at the end of May and was expected to be finished late June or into July depending on the weather. Work is being carried out during weekdays to avoid construction clashing with the crowds on the weekends. The project has been funded by the Queensland Government’s Unite and Recover Fund.

LIMBO LAND Appeal dismissed on corner shop case

SAVING BIRDS Spencer fights for the glossy black cockatoos

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FROM THE ED’S DESK PLENTY ON THIS MONTH FOR THE EASTERN BEACHES.

As we go to print the school holidays are coming to an end. While it was heartening to see visitors still made it to the Coast, it was a period made somewhat tougher for our local retailers and tourism operators who were left to deal with yet another COVID lockdown in the State. For the next few days at least shop staff will be forced to mask up and to be the ones to remind others to do the same. It’s important for us all to remember that our retail staff don’t make the rules. Unfortunately for them though, they are the ones required to enforce them when it comes to management of the spaces they manage for fear of being

fined or worse. If someone asks you to mask up - let’s just smile, do it, and move along with our day. For those following local development news, work continues this month on the boardwalk near the beach at Peregian, and the future of the corner shop is still unknown - however the appeal to keep a 2012 development application alive has been dismissed by the Planning and Environment Court. It would seem it is now a case of new plans required before next steps can be taken on this site (story page 4). Further north, this month Fiona caught up with Sunrise Beach’s Spencer Hitchen to hear about his love of the glossy black cockatoo and his campaign to raise awareness for the protection of their feeding habitat (page 10). Enjoy the read, Geoff.

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A FRESH TAKE ON OUR HISTORY AUTHOR, PUBLISHER, FILM-MAKER AND LONG-TIME NOOSA LOCAL PHIL JARRATT HAS TURNED HIS TALENTED EYES HOMEWARD FOR A NEW BOOK ABOUT THE HISTORY OF THE NOOSA AREA.

With more than 35 books published so far on everything from surf and surf history to travel and youth culture Phil, pictured right, is uniquely placed to write about the place he has called home for nearly 35 years. The book, Places in the Shadows: The History of Noosa, traces the history of the Noosa area from the time of its earliest inhabitants and how poorly they were treated, to now, when the popularity of the the region puts it in danger or being loved to death. The former editor of Tracks surf magazine, and editor and publisher or Australian Surfers Journal, will formally launch his new book in

conjunction with Annie’s Books, on Friday, July 30 from 3pm at the Harbour Bar, Noosa Marina. The event will take the form of a book launch and author talk with tickets selling for $22 per person including a welcoming drink, finger food and live music. Bookings are essential via Annie’s Books on 5448 2053.

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CORNER SHOP PLEA DISMISSED THE PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT COURT HAS DISMISSED AN APPEAL BY THE DEVELOPER OF THE OLD FAMILY GROCER SHOP AT PEREGIAN SQUARE..

In a Judgment filed on June 17 in the Planning and Environment Court in Brisbane, Her Honour Judge Kefford, upheld Noosa Council’s decision to refuse any further extension of the currency period for a development approval first granted to the previous owner of the land in 2012. Judge Kefford ordered that the appeal be dismissed and each party bear their own costs for the court action. It’s a decision that has been welcomed by Peregian Beach Community Association. BCA spokesperson Barry Cotterell said the dismissal of Andema’s appeal to extend the 2012 development approval is a win for the village and the Noosa plan. Mr Cotterell called on Andema to quickly lodge an application which complies with the 2020 Noosa Plan and can be code assessed so that redevelopment of the site can proceed. “This must not become a stealthy path towards three storeys, an overbuilt site and a threat to our low-key village style” he said. “Andema should show that it is committed to the redevelopment of this important site by starting the demolition of the existing premises which it has allowed to become an eyesore” he said. “A new application will require a two-metre setback of the second floor on the Peregian Village Square (western) side of the building and the provision of disability access either by lift or escalators to any second floor”, he said. “PBCA is adamant that the previous approval, that the rooftop only be available 4

for use by the tenants and not for dining, be maintained” Mr Cotterell said. “It is important that this prime site can once again contribute to the local economy and to what makes Peregian Beach such a special gateway to Noosa Shire.” “Andema also should proceed with the water storage tanks under the building for Council’s use in watering the Peregian Village Square and enter into an agreement with Council to supply free of charge.” “The building should also be solar powered and carbon neutral” he said. “PBCA is delighted with the dismissal of the appeal as this has saved the Council and ratepayers a lot of money,” he said Eastern Beaches News will continue to monitor the applications for the site and report any developments in coming editions. easternbeachesnews.com.au

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ART PRIZE FINALISTS ON SHOW THE 40 FINALISTS FOR THE 2021 SUNSHINE COAST ART PRIZE HAVE BEEN SELECTED FROM MORE THAN 425 SUBMISSIONS FROM ACROSS AUSTRALIA.

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With a major prize of $25,000 the annual award attracted submissions across a range of genres including painting, drawing, photography, printing, textiles and assemblage. Finalist works are available to view online now at www.gallery.sunshinecoast.qld.gov. au and all works will be on display at the Caloundra Regional Gallery from August 27 to October 10, 2021. The lucrative prizes will be awarded to the winning artists at a gala event on September 23, 2021. Gallery Director Jo Duke said the judged category winners would be selected by

Renai Grace, Director/CEO of the Museum of Brisbane, who has more than 25 years’ experience in the arts and cultural sector. “The standard of finalist works in this year’s exhibition is remarkable. “We are delighted to have Renai joining as guest judge, bringing her expertise to the challenging task of choosing this year’s Sunshine Coast Art Prize winners,” Ms Duke said. The major prize winner will receive $25,000 cash with the winning artwork acquired into the Sunshine Coast Art Collection. Other award opportunities include: a Highly Commended ($5000); People’s Choice ( $2500); Artist Residency award; Artwork selection for the BMW art car and art bike and Artwork transport. This year’s event attracted more than 400 entries from around Australia.

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URGENT CALL FOR LIFE SAVERS BUILDING A STRONG ROSTER OF VOLUNTEERS AND CONTINUING TO THE DEVELOP THE NIPPERS PROGRAM ARE THE VITAL NEXT STEPS TOWARDS RE-ESTABLISHING AN INDEPENDENT, COMMUNITY-BASED SURF LIFESAVING CLUB AT PEREGIAN BEACH.

Peregian Beach Surf Life Saving Club Advisory Board president Gerard O’Brien announced changes to the management team this month with former Coolum Beach SLSC president John Roderick to join the team and take on the role as the inaugural president of the new club once it was inaugurated. Mr O’Brien said Mr Roderick had a strong background in managing sporting clubs and community organisations through periods of transition and it was intended he would take the role for two years to oversee the establishment of the governance processes and management structures of the new club. If the club is up and running at the end of this period and financially sustainable the normal election process will be held then to find the next president. “The Advisory Board would like to thank Leigh for the outstanding job she has done in getting Peregian Beach surf lifesaving to this point,” Mr O’Brien said. “The appointment of John Roderick will add further impetus to the project as we enter the critical final year of support from the Noosa Heads SLSC.” The current plan for the club is expected to see the formal establishment of two new Peregian Beach-based legal entities prior to the start of the 2021/22 surf lifesaving season in September 2021. These entities are the Peregian Beach SLSC (a DGR-designated charity that will eventually oversee all lifesaving activities, including volunteer patrols, Nippers and training); and the Peregian Beach Surf Lifesaving Supporters Club (a commercial entity specifically established to raise funds to support the 6

PBSLSC). Key to the plan’s success is having the capability to meet minimum patrol standards required by SLSC. “We urgently need community support in the form of further volunteers to join the fledgling Club, undertake a Bronze Medallion and give time as a surf lifesaver at your local beach,” Mr O’Brien said. NHSLSC will conduct an additional Bronze Medallion course at Peregian Beach in the coming months. At this point Saturday 7 August 2021 has been set down as the course start date (subject to numbers and weather conditions), with assessment on Saturday 11 September 2021. Training Saturdays, 7am to 1pm and Tuesdays 6pm to 9pm. On the financial side of supporting the life saving activities of the club Mr O’Brien said the Advisory Board is currently preparing an integrated proposal to put to Noosa Council to obtain support and assistance in growing revenues from Peregian Markets, introducing a new commercial kiosk to the building and exploring commercial options for the upstairs space. He also said plans were underway to boost the social activities of the new club including fundraisers to support the surf life saving. The best places to find out more about the club, it’s progress and activities are on its facebook page (Peregian Beach Surf Life Saving Club), via email at hello@ peregiansurfclub.com or by calling Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club on 5448 0900. easternbeachesnews.com.au

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CELEBRATING WINTER SOLSTICE By Fiona Ewington ONE THING IS CERTAIN DURING THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES AND THAT IS THE SUN WILL ALWAYS RISE IN THE EAST AND SO WILL THE MOON.

For those living beside the eastern beaches, we are treated every day to some of the very first rays of light as the sun gracefully rises over the ocean and the moon too. This year 21 June was an extra special time to witness the sunrise from Sunrise Beach due to the southern winter solstice which because the earth’s axis is at full tilt, marks the shortest amount of day light and the longest nights. This year a few additional sun gazers headed to the beach to join early morning surfers and were treated to a clear sunrise at 6.50am as it rose above the clouds, to shine its rays on those who chose to see the day begin. Whilst the daylight hours in our region do not fluctuate as much as other regions, marking this occasion is still an important one. For regions close to the poles during the solstice means they will not see day light during winter months nor darkness during the summer months. Venturing to our Eastern Beaches is magical place to watch the moon rise which is sometimes so bright it can almost look like the sun. Spending time at the beach to watch the full moon rise has seen three consecutive super full moons in as many months. A supermoon is where the full moon can appear larger and brighter because it is at its closest point to Earth in its orbit. In May we were also treated to a spectacular moon eclipse in a cloudless sky. The flat sand made of a perfect surface to watch the earth create its shadow on the blood moon. Whist our Eastern beaches are the 8

playground to many and habitat to thousands, witnessing the earth’s rotations as the dawn breaks and the full moon’s rising brings a special kind of theatre. Photographers set up their equipment and capture the beautiful natural colours for their audiences to enjoy but witnessing the experience without a clever lens brings its own special magic. As the earth’s tilt takes Australia closer to the equator and our nights start to get longer the Earth will be on its axis for the spring equinox and another special time to witness the sun and moon rising due east. The days and nights will be equal when the spring or vernal equinox takes place on 22 September. But for anyone keen to witness the sun rising on our longest day, the Eastern Beaches performance is due to start at about 4.51am on 22 December and daylight will be over 3 hours longer than our shortest day in June. The sun and the moon have both spiritual and scientific representation which makes watching them rise uninterrupted across the ocean makes hanging out at our Eastern Beaches just that extra bit special. * Sunrise information taken from www. timeanddate.com easternbeachesnews.com.au

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DRIVEN BY A LOVE OF NATURE By Fiona Ewington GROWING UP WATCHING DAVID ATTENBOROUGH THERE IS ONE THING THAT STANDS OUT, WHICH IS TRY NOT TO GET BETWEEN A MOTHER AND HER BABIES.

Spending the weekend with Maxine Hitchen and 10-year-old Spencer, a keen naturalist at the forefront of the Sunrise Beach “Save Sunrise Glossies” crusade, this parental trait is never more prevalent. With 5.8 hectares of natural forestation and essential favoured feeding trees for the vulnerable Glossy Black Cockatoos about to be bulldozed in Sunrise Beach to make way for a nursing home and retirement village, Spencer has been asking “Why” to mum Maxine and her quest to find the answer has turned into a curious campaign. Spencer has been wide-eyed about nature from the moment he was born, always preferring the outdoors to being inside. Like many young children, Spencer has been fascinated with wildlife and at six years old he started noticing the Glossy Black Cockatoos who feed on the Black She-oak trees in the neighbourhood. Armed with his long camera lens, almost the same size as young Spencer, his passion and knowledge of these unusual and rare birds and their habitat became prominent. Pointing out the male and female Black She-oak trees, the tiny in bloom shrubs at our feet and the remnants of the seeds that had recently been consumed by the birds, it was clear that this quiet, shy, young boy has the interest of the natural world at the centre of his heart. Since the announcement in 2018 that a large portion of natural habitat for hundreds of species is to be destroyed, Maxine and Spencer have been raising awareness by setting up a petition to find out who else feels that same way. With over 50,000 signatures and regular 10

Sunday morning rallies their peaceful protest is gaining momentum by the minute. Everyday a flock of “Glossies” fly to their water holes usually half an hour before sunset and as the birds arrive Spencer and Maxine become a tight ship communicating excitedly to each other watching as the birds fly over landing only to drink water. Spencer who watches both with his naked eye as well as taking up to 400 photos in one sighting, has started to recognise the regulars. Whilst Spencer has been following the birds for three years, local naturist Bob Carey AKA “Glossy Bob”, has been following them for almost 30 years and is delighted to meet someone so young who shares the same passions and who will continue to support Australia’s flora and fauna. The bond between these gentle souls who are 70 years apart is steeped in knowledge and empathy. Listed as vulnerable by the Queensland environmental protection agency the question Maxine and Spencer (pictured above) are asking is why destroy the natural habitat of The Glossy-Black Cockatoo to make way for new commercial buildings, when there are many already cleared spaces in Noosa and surrounds that could be built upon. To find out more about the campaign go to Save Sunrise Glossies Face Book Page. The petition is available online at change.org/ saveourglossies too. Alternatively, email: savesunriseglossies@gmail.com easternbeachesnews.com.au

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COMMUNITY RADIO REACHES OUT By Fiona Ewington NOOSA FM RECENTLY INTRODUCED SOME NEW PRESENTERS TO THEIR WEEKLY SCHEDULE, RECEIVING POSITIVE FEEDBACK FROM NOT JUST LOCAL LISTENERS BUT FROM AUDIENCES AROUND THE WORLD.

“It’s an exciting time at Noosa FM 101.3,” says Programme Co-ordinator Alison Hadfield. As the station continues to progress the volunteer presenters took to the road recently taking part in the first of three initiatives to promote the station and take part in public engagements. Setting up in Gympie Terrace in mid-June, Noosa FM hosts had a chance to meet and greet their listeners, learning through a survey, what is working when it comes to radio programming and where improvements are required. This was accompanied by a fund-raising sausage sizzle along with a table full of on sale quality Noosa FM merchandise beside a good old fashioned transistor radio playing the station’s live output. “Our promotional day out was a huge success” exclaimed president Sibylle Reisch who has been planning various new initiatives for the community station. “It is important to take part in community engagement and receive feedback about the station, not just for our listeners but for our station sponsors and subscribers,” she continued. With Noosa FM’s newly branded gazebo and flags, combined with permission granted soulful radio tunes playing and enticing BBQ aromas, their reserved spot on the corner of Thomas Street, attracted radio listeners to put faces to voices as the presenters enjoyed conversing with their audiences. “It’s great to learn who listens to our 14

The Noosa FM crew hit the streets in June.

shows,” explained Floyd the station’s nu jazz guru, who mentioned that he recently heard from an old school chum living in Birmingham, England, and his nephew in New Orleans through the Noosa FM live streaming website. The atmosphere was open and relaxed at their Saturday BBQ, as presenters enjoyed the winter sunshine, sharing embarrassing on-air blunders as well as their individual programme passions varying from eliminating single use plastic to introducing the old fashioned “B-side” (the side of a pop single regarded as the less important one.) The Eastern Beaches’ community are also invited to come to the station for their annual open studio day on Tuesday 27 July and enjoy a taste in the presenter seat as well as a springtime sausage sizzle and sponsorship survey on Sunday 3 October at Gympie Terrace. Noosa FM 101.3 reaches local audiences from Noosa to Caloundra and out to the hinterland as well as live streaming across the world. For information on joining the team, becoming a subscriber/sponsor or to listen live please visit www.noosafm.org easternbeachesnews.com.au

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FEDERAL NEWS WITH FEDERAL MEMBER FOR WIDE BAY LLEW O’BRIEN

RESILIENCE SHINES THROUGH COVID CHALLENGES

The Noosa community has shown its strength and resilience time and again in recent years, through the bushfires, pandemic lockdowns, and now as our tourism industry rebuilds. But local travel agents and businesses focussed on international travel continue to be hit hard by the pandemic, and having met with them I know they have been working harder than ever to remain viable. I’ve written to the Treasurer and the Minister for Tourism, and spoken in Parliament House to call for support – and this advocacy has helped 57 travel agent businesses in the Wide Bay electorate to access direct support totalling $1,432,500 from the $258 million COVID-19 Consumer Travel Support Program. It’s clear that more needs to be done. As strong as the travel industry is, it cannot recover alone, and the Government needs to continue to work with all travel agents and businesses affected by border closures to help them through the crisis. STRONGER COMMUNITIES

An important way that the Government can help strengthen our communities is through funding programs to support volunteer, service and sporting groups, and I was pleased to visit Noosa Dolphins Rugby League recently to present a $9,552 Stronger Communities Programme grant.

For the 500 players associated with Noosa Dolphins Rugby Club, this funding will help purchase tackling pads, junior and senior rugby balls, and scrum practising equipment. It’s not about just new training gear, but about helping players to achieve their best, whether they’re a junior six-year-old player or a seasoned senior. WELCOME BACK BARNABY

I have been in Canberra this last fortnight, and I’d like to acknowledge and welcome the return of Barnaby Joyce as Leader of The Nationals and Deputy Prime Minister. Barnaby is a good friend to me, to Wide Bay and to Queensland, and his return will be a constructive and positive move for our region because Barnaby understands the challenges we face in regional areas. Whatever happens in Canberra, as a member of the Coalition Government, our communities are at the very heart of what I do, and I will keep working hard to ensure Noosa organisations, individuals and businesses can access the support and services they need. STAY IN TOUCH

If you would like to discuss a Federal issue, please call the office on (07) 4121 2936.

PBCA DISAPPOINTED IN LACK OF CHAP FUNDS A lack of significant funding for the Coastal Hazards Adaptation Plan in Noosa Council’s latest budget has drawn criticism from Peregian Beach Community Association. PBCA president Marion Kroon said her group had called for increased funding for the plan, especially around the areas of sand 16

dune revegetation and rejuvenation. The funding was not forthcoming. On the plus side, PBCA welcomed funding for a bushland care officer and Council’s decision to review the rating categories for short-stay properties and to apply additional resources to the roll out of these new laws. easternbeachesnews.com.au

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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.

WALKING FOOTBALL’S HEALTHY GOALS 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 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 18

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. 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 easternbeachesnews.com.au

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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

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the numbers to make a team but need more). To find out more, 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/

CHAPPY’S CORNER WITH MARK HORSFALL

HAVE YOU MET YOUR CHAPLAIN? Did you know there are over 900 school chaplains in Queensland and over 150 on the Sunshine Coast? This means the majority of state schools in Queensland have a chaplain supporting their community. So what do they do? Chappy’s (common nickname) make a significant contribution to the well-being of the school community by providing social, emotional and spiritual support. A Chappy provides proactive pastoral care and helps to create a positive and safe school environment. They work closely with the wellbeing team (Principal, Guidance Officers, School nurse etc) to offer support to the community on a variety of issues ranging from family breakdown and crisis, mental health, peer pressure and more. The top 5 issues that students talk to chaplains about are: 1. Friendship/Peer Issues 2. Bullying/Harassment 3. Mental Health - Anxiety/Depression 4. School Behaviour 5. Family Breakdown/Parental Separation Chappy’s support individuals who may be considered at risk or disengaging from school. Early intervention activities, programs and pastoral care support increase the chances of young people experiencing better life outcomes. Many of them are trained to provide

wellbeing programs such as Drumbeat, Rock and Water, Seasons for Growth and mentoring. These programs involve weekly sessions with students helping them to reach their full potential. A chaplain establishes strong links with community services like St Vinnie’s and Lions Clubs and works in partnership with them to meet the school community needs. They can also provide welfare support though breakfast/food programs, tuition fee/ uniform assistance and funding of school activities. Most schools (not all) have access to government funding for 1 and a half days per week. However chaplains are strongly reliant on community funding and fundraising events to support extra days and funding of the chaplaincy programs within the school. I will never forget turning up to work on my first day as a chaplain (11 years ago) and being confronted with a student about to commit suicide. They didn’t, thankfully! I know first hand the great work chaplains do in schools, so why don’t you take some time to get to know a Chappy in your community. Mark Horsfall School Chaplain Coolum State High School

COMMITTEE DIGS INTO ISSUES OF LONELINESS The state of loneliness in Queensland is up for discussion as part of a Parliamentary Inquiry. Submissions are open until August 18, 2021, on the topics of social isolation and loneliness. 20

Community Support and Services Committee chair Corrinne McMillan said one in four Australians had reported feeling lonely all or part of the time. See www.parliament.qld.gov.au/Lonelinessinquiry for more information. easternbeachesnews.com.au

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