Peregian Springs News July 2023

UPCOMING LUMEAH LAND DEVELOPMENT PROJECT

THE VACANT LAND OFF PAVILLION DRIVE, PEREGIAN SPRINGS WILL SOON BE COMMENCING WITH CONSTRUCTION WORK

Cube Developments, a familyowned property advisory and development group, is preparing to commence the Lumeah land development project on the picturesque Sunshine Coast of Queensland. With a focus on creating exclusive luxury homes, land estates, and commercial spaces, Cube Developments has successfully completed several projects since its establishment in 2015. The company is led by Directors Scott and Kirsten Juniper,

known for their commitment to quality and excellence.

Anticipated Pre Start Meeting:

Before initiating the civil works for the Lumeah development, Cube Developments and mcnab construct is eagerly anticipating a pre-start meeting with the local council. This meeting serves as an important step to ensure compliance with regulations and guidelines, while also establishing a positive working relationship with the council. Through open communication, Cube Developments aims to address any concerns and align their plans with the council's requirements.

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Application has been lodged

UNITY WATER 2023-2024 PRICING

UNITYWATER ANNOUNCES BELOWCPI INCREASE IN WATER AND SEWERAGE CHARGES FOR 2023-24

Unitywater has announced that there will be a below-CPI increase in water and sewerage charges for customers starting from 1 July 2023. The typical residential customer bill will see a 5.9% or $22.50 per quarter increase. Unitywater CEO Anna Jackson

stated that the price rise is necessary to cover the utility's increased costs, balancing the need to maintain essential services and consider the cost of living pressures faced by customers. The company plans to invest $1.8 billion over the next five years to renew and expand networks and implement projects to improve waterways. Unitywater offers support measures for customers who need assistance managing their bills. The new pricing will be applied to bills received from 1 July 2023. Customers can access additional information and support through Unitywater's website or by contacting their local contact center.

FROM THE ED'S DESK

HELLO COMMUNITY, I have a confession to make, I may have stumbled upon a few spelling errors in the previous copy. I must admit that my spelling skills have been known to take an occasional detour through the land of autocorrect spell check mishaps. We all have

We're currently working diligently to finetune our output and ensure that our future editions surpass your expectations. We appreciate your patience and understanding and we promise to keep working hard and improving with every issue. In this issue, we have a delightful array of

stories, events, and happenings from our vibrant community.

As always, we encourage your active participation. If you have any feedback, suggestions, or even a funny story about your own autocorrect spelling mishap, please don't hesitate to reach out. We value your input and readership.

In saying that, thank you for your unwavering support, and for being so forgiving of our occasional linguistic hiccups.

We hope you enjoy the July edition of our beloved community magazine!

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LUMEAH LAND DEVELOPMENT

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Collaboration with Prestige Builders:

Lumeah will feature carefully designed lots created in collaboration with a selection of prestigious builders. Cube Developments has formed strong partnerships with these builders, who have proposed their designs for the estate. The collaborative effort promises to deliver high-quality homes with innovative architecture, finishing and providing future residents a beautiful home with a range of options to suit their preferences.

Timelines and Expectations:

The civil works for the Lumeah development are set to commence shortly, with a projected 6-month program aiming for completion by the end of the year. Cube Developments is dedicated to ensuring timely delivery while

maintaining a high standard of craftsmanship. Their goal is to seamlessly integrate the development with the natural beauty of the Sunshine Coast, creating a vibrant and harmonious community.

Continued Growth and Commitment:

Cube Developments' successful track record on the Sunshine Coast is a testament to their ongoing growth and commitment to enhancing the region's landscape. Lumeah is just one of the projects in their pipeline, demonstrating their dedication to delivering exceptional living and commercial spaces. Through their expertise and attention to detail, Cube Developments aims to create lasting value and contribute positively to the local community.

NOOSA CIVIC REFURBISHMENT

as the Gold standard in Australian cinema. In addition, the complex will house two TITAN LUXE auditoriums with Dolby Atmos, 20-metre-wide screens and the latest in 4K Digital Projection equipment – providing an unparalleled theatrical experience for customers.”

APPLICATION HAS BEEN LODGED

Stockwell have submitted a development application for a new mixed use village precinct & the refurbishment of Noosa Civic Shopping Centre, which forms part of the broader Noosa Business Centre masterplan. The highlight of the new village will be Reading Cinemas Australia, known for being one of the top cinema operators. “Reading’s new complex will feature full recliner seating in all auditoriums. A brand-new Premium offering with enhanced food and beverage will showcase Reading Cinemas Noosa Civic

The Noosa Business Centre is situated between Walter Hay Drive, Eenie Creek Road and Hofmann Drive and includes the existing Noosa Civic shopping centre, showroom precinct and business precinct.

Earlier this year, Stockwell completed the subdivision works for the Noosa Business Centre in line with the Noosa Plan 2020. This subdivision has delivered services, road infrastructure and land lots to create opportunities for businesses and the Noosa economy in areas of commercial, residential, medical and health, education, start-ups, entertainment, retail, and leisure. A transit lot has also been created for dedication to

Council for a future Transit hub.

Mark Stockwell, Stockwell Managing Director said that they had received Council’s approval for the Noosa Civic Medihub and Hof apartments which are in the early stages of construction. An application is currently being assessed for an early learning centre & now they have lodged the application for the village precinct and existing centre refurbishment.

In addition to the cinema, entertainment and leisure precinct, the village will have a variety of uses and offers including new convenience, specialty retail, new build-to-rent apartments, a mix of professional suites and office space on the upper levels.

The village precinct will link into the existing centre by an open air, pedestrian friendly, civic spine, & preserved nature reserve, which will be lined with outdoor cafes, restaurants, and leisure retail similar in atmosphere to walking along Hastings St or Gympie terrace. This

space is designed to accommodate 50 people or 5000 and will work in with Noosa Council’s tourism and event strategy.

Stockwell said: ‘Our ambition is to set up Noosa for the future, creating jobs for today and the next generation; keeping investment local; and for the community to not have to leave the local area for work, medical procedures or to use services or retail over 45 mins drive away.”

‘We look forward to working with Noosa Council and the community to deliver on this and Noosa Council’s vision to broaden the area’s economic base.’

A decision on the Development Application is anticipated by the end of the year. Learn more at www.noosabusinesscentre.com.au

Article sourced from: https://www.stockwell.com.au/articles/ stockwell-and-reading-cinemas-are-set-toreignite-a-20-year-relationship-to-bringcinemas-to-the-noosa-business-centre

WHY WOULD YOU NEED WINDOW TINTING?

HEAT AND GLARE CONTROL

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20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY

ST ANDREW’S ANGLICAN COLLEGE IN PEREGIAN SPRINGS WILL COMMEMORATE ITS 20 BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK, CELEBRATING THE VISION AND SPIRIT IT TOOK TO GROW FROM A BLOCK OF LAND TO A LEADING SCHOOL IN JUST TWO DECADES

Opening its doors to the community in 2003, St Andrew’s started its journey with 163 students from Prep to Year 7 and 18 staff under the direction of Foundation Principal Sue Simon. The grounds comprised of just four build¬ings – Stage 1 of the College Master Plan.

Now in its twentieth year, the College has grown significantly, at capacity with 1450 students, employing more than 400 staff and boasting world-class facilities. The campus

has grown and developed, with Stage 14 of the masterplan including multi-use playing courts/field and undercover car parking opening by the end of this year. Stage 15, due to start at the end of 2023, will feature a $50m Performing Arts centre, to be built in two stages, in between the construction of a $20m STEAM facility.

“Having the privilege of leading the College in the early days has been the honour of my career,” Mrs Sue Simon said in her reflections of those first years.

“The highlight of those days was interviewing students for enrolment, and I came up with the brainwave of making a very ordinary small office look more ‘school-like’, by displaying the drawings of the children who had come in for interview. I asked them to draw a picture of what they wanted their new

Schools first uniform

school to be like and soon enough, the garish yellow walls of our cramped conditions came alive with the creativity of my future students, and I could start to be excited for them – and for us all.”

From its initial inception, community, building relationships and providing opportunities has always been at the core, three driving factors Principal Chris Ivey identifies as key to the College’s success.

“When the doors first opened in 2003, we had a focus on seeing each student as an individual, knowing their learning and developmental needs are different. We embraced and supported that, within our own limitations,” he said.

“We have held true to what we believe, about valuing people, relationships, about providing opportunities, to allow students to learn more about themselves.”

As the College looks to the future, Mr Ivey said the challenge is to continue to stay true to those values as a much larger school but remain curious and courageous to change and improve what is needed to achieve the best outcomes for all students.

“We have the same challenge to keep going, to keep thinking, keep looking, keep researching, knowing it is about enabling our students to achieve their personal best in whatever context we offer, both within and outside the classroom,” Mr Ivey said.

“It will always be our job to enable each student to progress in their education, but also in their character and to begin to figure out who they are in the world, what their values are and how they will contribute to their community.

“There is not a one size fits all to the education of each student and that is why over the past 20 years we have adapted, changed, refined and improved; to ensure we reflect the fact that we want to do the best we can.”

To celebrate, the College will host their annual Foundation Day on Friday 21 July,

including the running of the Diamond Dash, a highly coveted inter-house relay across all year levels, which began in that first year in 2003. A new Alumni versus staff race will also be introduced as a new tradition.

Celebrations will continue and open up to the entire community on Saturday July 22, with the College’s annual Community Fair from 1.00pm to 8.00pm, presented by Mortgage Choice Peregian beach and Noosaville and Total Tools Noosaville. There will be rides, plenty of food trucks, stalls and fireworks. Live and Local music, including Sunshine Coast schools Battle of the Bands, will feature on the Peregian Beach Hotel stage kicking on until late with 10 Toes and Sunshine & Sons pouring local brews.

For more information, www.saac.qld.edu.au/ college-fair/

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MISSED INFRASTRUCTURE OPPORTUNITIES

Coolum Road, which despite being a major arterial road, is a patchwork of resurfaced potholes and a danger to road users. There should also have been funding for our local schools – to repair and upgrade flood-prone and asbestos ridden buildings at Coolum State School, and for a new hall for Coolum State High.

This is just the start of local issues I’ve been fighting for, which the Government has failed to address.

STATE BUDGET

The recent State Budget, bolstered by more than $15billion from coal royalties, was a missed opportunity for our region.

With proverbial rivers of gold flowing into the state’s coffers, much needed investment in our road infrastructure should have been a key priority for the government.

With less than 9 years until the 2032 Olympics, now is the time to build and upgrade critical infrastructure that will ensure the Sunshine Coast has the capacity to host events and cater for the tens of thousands of visitors that will descend on our region.

Not to mention the massive population growth we’re already experiencing and forecast to reach over 500,000 in the next two decades.

It was back in 2008 when the Beattie government first announced plans to duplicate the Sunshine Motorway.

Now, 15 years later, work is now finally underway, but this Budget should have provided the funds to move to the next stage of this multimillion-dollar project.

Similarly, there should have been funding to upgrade the western section of Yandina

The Budget also failed to deliver any longterm solutions for those big issues impacting our community, including the health crisis, homelessness, youth crime and cost of living pressures.

The investment in free kindy is very welcome, and I know households will welcome the one-off cost of living payments, but it simply doesn’t go far enough at a time when services have never been worse.

KINGS BIRTHDAY HONOURS

Congratulations to local residents whose many years of service have been recognized nationally, taking out prestigious awards in the King’s Birthday 2023 Honours List.

• Mr Milton ‘Ross’ Bartlett AM

• Mr Allan Davies OAM

• Mrs Lyn Davies OAM

• Ms Michele Lipner OAM

Very deserving recipients of a nationally revered awards program. Well done!

STAY IN TOUCH

If you have a State Government issue you’d like to talk about, please give me a call on 5406 7900, email me at ninderry@parliament. qld.gov.au or drop by the electorate office at 11 Heathfield Rd, Coolum.

Dan Purdie presenting Peregian State School with a new flag

THE RESILIENCE OF THE DANCE CENTRE PEREGIAN SPRINGS

THE ACCOMPLISHED DANCE CENTRE PEREGIAN SPRINGS IS RELOCATING

Back in 2009, The Dance Centre Peregian Springs opened to 164 students from kindergarteners to adults.

With council permits in place FKP helped transform their sales offices into studios and a community hub where newcomers to the Springs could connect with others. There was overwhelming encouragement and enthusiasm from locals.

The students not only honed their craft but gave back to the community, performing at Aged Care homes, kindergartens and school events.

The school has an impressive track record of producing top talent - ex students are company members in The Birmingham Royal

Ballet, The Australian Ballet, Queensland Ballet, State Ballet of Victoria, City Theatre Koblenz and next season in Florida. Furthermore 11 students have graduated to prestigious institutions such as The Australian Ballet

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School, Queensland Ballet Academy, Sydney Dance Company, The Royal Ballet School, New Zealand School of Dance as well as 18 students participating in The Australian Ballet Interstate/Invitee and Queensland Ballet Extension Programmes.

TDCPS has also had a string of 56 successes as winners and finalists in national and international events such as The Alana Haines Awards (2 Winners), BPAC (5 Winners), Jacqueline Morland Awards (4), Sydney Macdonalds, Prix de Lausanne and Youth Grand Prix America.

In addition, 40 Scholarships have been won to the Royal Ballet School UK, Bolshoi Ballet, Huston Ballet and Hadid Conservatory USA, Dutch National Ballet, Australian Ballet School, Queensland Ballet Academy, Zurich Ballet Academy, Hamburg Ballet School, Basel Ballet School, Tetra Scala Italy and European Ballet School

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ALL SHOOK UP

A LAVISH SMORGASBORD OF LOVE, DECEPTION, AND ROCK 'N' ROLL DELIGHTS

Shakespeare said ‘music is the food of love’ and All Shook Up by Coolum Theatre Players is a lavish smorgasbord. Featuring songs made popular by Elvis Presley, the show is about love and how it cannot be controlled. Packed with wistful romance, mismatched partners, deception, disguise and a motorcycle riding, leather jacketed, swivel hipped newcomer to town named Chad.

Things get “all shook up” in a quiet little town when Chad (played by CTP newcomer Aaron Sinclair) arrives in town.

He meets Natalie (Ashleigh Marriot) who is instantly in love, the only problem, Chad has a romantic interest in the chilly Miss Sandra.

Things get “shaken up” when Ed, who is really Natalie in disguise, helps Chad romance Miss Sandra. Meanwhile Miss Sandra falls for Ed and Dennis (played by CTP newcomer Jarrod Bain) is besotted with Natalie, causing all-round confusion.

What would a 50s musical be without a Honkey-Tonk bar, groovy dance numbers and a rebellious teenager, Lorraine (Raine Barr).

Lorraine falls in love with the mayor’s rigid son Dean (Nikki Middleton).

Dean has never disobeyed his mother but ends up with a rebellious streak due to his relationship with Lorraine.

With all this “Shaking Up” and directed by Linda Gefken who brought you sold out shows with Chicago and Ladies in Black, All Shook Up has all the trappings of a successful endeavour.

GENERAL INFORMATION

All Shook Up is coming to the stage at the Coolum Civic Centre and will run from August 4-5 at 7.30pm and August 6 at 2pm, August 1112 at 7.30pm and August 13 at 2pm.

Table seating of eight and patrons can BYO drinks and nibbles.

Tickets start at $25 for members, $28 concession and $30 adults.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.coolumtheatre.com.au or by phone at Clever Girl Productions on 0415421045.

SUNCOAST ANGELS

ANGELS IN THE SAND DUNES

“A man walks down the street. It's a street in a strange world. … He looks around, around he sees angels in the architecture spinning in infinity and he says, "Amen" and "Hallelujah!”

Paul Simon, You Can Call Me Al

Paul Simon sang about angels in the architecture, but we have our own Angels in the sand dunes! The SunCoast Angels is a group of Angel investors based on the Sunshine Coast that promotes and supports start-ups and the innovation community.

“There are some fantastic local start-ups,” says SunCoast Angels President Steve Barnes. “It is exciting to hear about the great ideas and businesses being developed and, when the right opportunity arises, it is great to get involved in supporting these businesses by investing. It is high risk investing, but it can be high reward as well, both financially and in terms of getting involved with great entrepreneurs.”

“Obviously many dream of finding the unicorn investment, “ says Barnes, “the one that makes a big return. In practice it is about investing in a portfolio of start-ups recognising that some will.”

Angel investors play an important role in the supporting start-ups, providing funding in the early stages to help get them to the point where they are attractive to larger investors like venture capital firms or potential acquirers. Traditional sources of funding, such as banks or venture capital firms, may be hesitant to invest in unproven or high-risk ventures in these early stages. Angel investors fill this gap. While Angel investing is often associated with high tech companies, angels invest is a broad range of businesses – so not

just software companies.

Data on the total value of Angel Investing in the Australia economy is a little sparse, but a report from 2020 suggests it was around $288m in that year. By investing in early-stage businesses, Angel investors also support job creation and importantly they can bring investing and the associated economic benefits to regional areas – taking it beyond the boundaries of capital cities.

‘Often start-ups have a product and some level of early sales but need investment to help them accelerate growth to go after the big opportunity,” says Sunrise local and SunCoast Angels Committee member Rob Easton. ‘Angel funding can play a critical role in enabling that,’ he says.

Angel Investors have traditionality been high wealth individuals, but various trends are opening these sorts of opportunities. Some Angel Groups use structures that make it easy for Angel groups to contribute a larger number of smaller investments, which could start at around $5000.

Angel investing is high risk so there is a requirement that Angel investors can qualify as ‘sophisticated investors’. Previously this has been based on wealth, but there are now short courses that enable people to qualify through education. The qualified early-stage investor

course run by University of Queensland is one example.

“We are a group for traditional angel investors on the Sunshine Coast, but we are also keen to build a broad and diverse membership and to help the next generation of Angel Investors develop,” says Gilad Bakas another member of the Suncoast Angels Management Committee. “

SunCoast Angels is working to strengthen connections and promote the development of innovation and start-ups on the coast. “We believe we play a valuable role connecting locally based investors with local start-ups,’ says Bakas, ‘we provide a forum for the start-ups to pitch their business ideas. This is not just about money, it is also about helping create a local community to support innovation. Angel Investors don’t just bring funds to the table, but also bring experience and networks that can help local start-ups.”

“There are lots of different ways people can invest,’ says Barnes, “such as crowd funding platforms for example. But one of the great features of Angel Investing is that you get to meet the founders and hear

their story first-hand. It feels much more connected.”

SunCoast Angels meets monthly at different locations around the coast and meetings are open to anyone interested in investing or just hearing about innovation and start-ups. The events include pitches from local start-ups but also some from around the broader SouthEast Queensland region and beyond.

To find out more you contact them via their website suncoastangels.com.au or find information on events at humantix website under SunCoast angels (Humantix.com, search SunCoast Angels).

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STUDIO 4 DANCE: INSPIRING DANCE EDUCATION AND PERFORMANCE

FROM CASUAL WORKSHOPS TO INTERNATIONAL TOURS: NURTURING TALENT ON THE SUNSHINE COAST

Studio 4 Dance started post-covid lockdown at the end of 2020 with some casual dance workshops being run for local kids by industry professionals who had come home from their international performing contracts (Cruise Ships, Broadway Musicals and Theme Parks including Disneyland and Universal Studios). The popularity of these workshops sparked the launch of a new studio offering regular classes.

Many of our teachers have either made a permanent sea-change to the Sunshine Coast post-covid and some have made the permanent switch to teaching, loving their lifestyle on the Sunshine Coast.

Studio 4 Dance was evolving at the same time as Peregian Beach College launching its new Dance Academy Program and we were able to secure their new studio space for after school hours usage Monday – Saturday.

Next year we are looking to take a group of students on tour to USA to perform at Disneyland and Universal Studios. We are in the early planning stages of this but will be reaching out to the community to assist with

fund-raising.

Each year Studio 4 Dance kids have the opportunity to perform on stage at at the Majestic Theatre in Nambour.

This is a highlight for the kids as they get to experience performing on a beautiful stage with costumes, lights and special effects.

We will also be reaching out to local businesses to sponsor this concert, to assist with facilitating this opportunity for our local kids.

Each year a group of our S4D students perform at the Peregian Beach Christmas Carols Carols Event, this is also a highlight and a wonderful end to the dance calendar.

We run special workshops throughout the year and enter groups into local dance competitions and Eistedfodds, giving students the opportunity to gain performance experience, laying foundations for future dance careers.

Young students having a blast

Individual Junior Ballet Student

Individual Musical Theatre Performer - Ivy Costanzo

A Studio 4 Dance ballet dancer

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INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES AHEAD

IN THE BUDGET FOR PEREGIAN

Council adopted the 2023-24 budget on June 22. As councillors, we go through an extensive and very considered process to reach an outcome and balance our community’s needs across the region.

For Peregian, I’m pleased to advise Peregian Springs State School students will have a safer trip to school with a new bus shelter on the cards and an upgrade to Longwood Drive pathway.

Final design work for a pathway along Emu Mountain Road will continue, thanks to funding from the Queensland Government in association with Sunshine Coast Council.

The continued staged upgrade to sealed roads on North Arm Yandina Creek Road, at Yandina Creek and the design of the gravel road upgrade on Lakewood Drive, Peregian Beach which, when constructed will make the trip a lot more pleasant for regular road users, are also Division 9 projects set for the next financial year.

COUNCIL LEADERS SPEND ‘A NIGHT IN THE LIFE’ AT VINNIES CEO SLEEPOUT

Sunshine Coast Council representatives, including CEO Emma Thomas, participated in the Vinnies CEO Sleepout to raise funds for homelessness services and raise awareness about the increasing number of Australians experiencing tough times and at risk of homelessness. The council's Sleepout Team raised over $9,360, supporting vital services provided by the St Vincent de Paul Society, such as food, accommodation, education, counseling, employment, and health programs. The council is also developing a Housing and Homelessness Action Plan to address these issues on the Sunshine Coast. Donations can be made at https://www. ceosleepout.org.au/.

BOOK NOW FOR DOONAN PLANTING FESTIVAL

Book now for Doonan Planting Festival, a National Tree Day event on Sunday July 30. Bring your family and friends out to Doonan Creek Environment Reserve, Verrierdale to plant food and habitat trees for koalas, glossy black-cockatoos, grey-headed flying-foxes and other wildlife.

Get in quick for this free event with tree planting, wildlife display, craft activities, stalls, live music, face painting, coffee, sausage sizzle and a free shuttle bus. Get advice and buy native plants for your backyard from our local Community Native Nurseries. Reserve your sport for Doonan Planting Festival at events.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

STAY IN TOUCH

As always, please contact council direct for any service requests such as road hazards, graffiti, dumped rubbish, parking, parks, potholes, roads, trees and waste collections. Contact details or service request forms are available at www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au. A reminder that I regularly share my community chat days, local events, new development applications and other messages on my Facebook page at www. facebook.com/MariaSuarezDivision9.

If you have other issues or suggestions to discuss, please contact me on 5475 9810 or maria.suarez@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

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OLD MATES

Recently I had the pleasure of attending the opening of a local film, “Old Mates”, about a bunch of mates, each of whom has been through life’s ups and downs, and through rowing have stuck together.

In part, it’s a story about surf lifesaving clubs and a piece of history of the Sunshine Coast, but mostly it’s about mates and mateship. Hats off to Rob Brough who pulled it all together. It was such an honour to attend the opening of the film at the Coolum Civic Centre. Congrats to everyone involved!

GRANTS FOR LOCAL SPORTING CHAMPIONS

Congratulations to Sophia Innis of St Andrew's Anglican College who was recently awarded a Local Sporting Champion grant of $650 to help with the cost of participating in 2023 Cadet/Junior Oceania Championship for Karate in Liverpool, NSW as part of the Australia Karate Federation.

Do you have a young sporting champion in your family?

Applications are now open for Local Sporting Champions and Local Para Champions grants of up to $750 for 12 to 18-year-olds

In developing energy policy, I am consulting as widely as possible.

I recently attended Coolum State High School and met with Year 11 & 12 students, who shared their views on climate change and next-generation clean energy solutions, including zero-emission nuclear energy.

I know our future will be in great hands with smart, informed leaders like this.

Thank you to Principal Troy Ascott and all the students involved.

AUSTRALIA POST COMMUNITY GRANTS FOR MENTAL WELLBEING

Are you a member of a community or sporting group seeking funding?

Up to $10,000 is available for projects that connect individuals and communities to improve mental health and mental wellbeing.

For more information and eligibility go to www.tedobrien.com.au. or contact my office. Applications close 2 July.

STAY IN TOUCH

If you have any Federal Government issues you would like to talk to me about, call the electorate office on 07 5479 2800 or email ted. obrien@mp@aph.gov.au

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Private beach house adjacent to nature trails and 4 minutes’ walk to the surf. This enchanting home rests in a secluded setting just off David Low Way, enjoying premium beach access without the sights or sound of passing traffic, and within easy reach of Coolum.

9A Spinnaker Drive, Mount Coolum

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Positioned in one of the most tightly held beach side pockets on the Sunshine Coast, this home is framed by rainforest, creating a resortstyle ambience. Enjoy a morning coffee on your private balcony as the sun rises or entertain family and friends.

2/2 Balgownie Drive, Peregian Springs

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Just minutes to the fairways of the Peregian Golf Course, this high-quality freestanding domain delivers a floorplan ideal for a home business plus luxurious living quarters. Currently occupied by fantastic tenants, returning $1,050 per week.

GRIP AND FORM CONSISTENCY

HOW HARD SHOULD YOU GRIP THE CLUB AND WHY DOES IT MATTER WHERE MY ARMS ARE?

Grip pressure and arm positioning both play a significant role on how well you body rotates and the efficiency of your swing.

To tight with the grip, or to rigid with the arms means the body won’t move as efficiently as it can.

So how should they look and feel?

When addressing the ball, allow your arms to hang naturally down, maintaining a relaxed and neutral position, keeping the golf shaft pointing in the centre of your body.

Your arms should not be excessively rigid or tense, you want to focus on maintaining a balanced and relaxed posture, with your arms comfortably hanging straight down from your shoulders.

If your arms are hanging correctly you will

find your grip pressure will instantly be better. The perfect feel is tight enough to have control but soft enough to make tiny circles with the head of the club. Be careful not to be too loose, as we don’t want the club slipping in your hands.

Having a perfect balance between a relaxed and natural arm hang combined with great grip pressure makes it a lot easier to feel your body and activate the big muscle groups in your body rather than just your hands and arms. Practice and experimentation will help you find the perfect balance for your game, allowing you to unleash your potential on the fairways.

Hope you enjoyed, happy golfing

Katelyn

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Are you suffering from neck pain or headaches when staring at a screen for too long? Are you experiencing neck, arm or shoulder pain when using a mouse?

Then you might be experiencing tech neck – it’s a real, well…. pain in the neck. Simple changes can make a big difference in an eight-hour working day and your computer setup is important in prevention?

Here are Synergy Physio’s top 5 tips to improve your workstation setup

Ensure your keyboard and mouse are close to your body and within easy reach Stretching further out contributes to a slumped posture and adds load to the neck and shoulders

Screen height. Ensure the top of your computer screen is roughly in line with the level of your eyes.

Laptops- grab an external keyboard Your screen will often be too low on a laptop if your keyboard is placed at the correct height. Elevate your laptop screen and use and external keyboard. Sort out your seat. Ensure your knees are lower than your hips and your chair is tucked in Try a sit-stand desk!

Stretch- Take your hands behind your head and lift the chest as a simple postural stretch every 30 mins.

Switch off remember too much screen time is unhealthy for your body and mind!

Pilates and exercise classes with Synergy Physio! We are excited to share our classes have now expanded into the new space at St Andrews Rec Club. If you would like to work on your posture, your core stability or perhaps you have back or joint pain and you’re not sure where to start with exercise, our physio-led classes offer health fund rebates and can help you with your health!

Bookings essential- call our friendly reception team for details

CHURCH CONTACTS

Coolum Beach Anglican Church -Cnr Perry St & Beach Rd Coolum Beach 0447 002 573 email ang.coolum@gmail.com Or see www.anglicanchurchcoolum.com

Coolum Beach Baptist Church

1912 David Low Way -call 5446 1957 or www.coolumbeachbaptist.com/

Coolum Christian Family Church

2 Arcoona Rd (Coolum Beach Christian College) http://ccfchurch.org.au or call 5446 1295.

Coolum Uniting Church

Cnr Elizabeth St & Heathfield Rd ,Coolum www.maryburnettpres.org.au or 5446 1815

C3 Church Noosa, 24 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Heads, 10am, Sundays. See www.c3noosa.org

Noosa Anglican Church - including Peregian Springs 5449 8009 & www.anglicanchurchnoosa.org.

Sunshine Beach (Bicentennial Drv) or Peregian Springs (in St Andrew’s, 40 Peregian Springs Dve)

Noosa Coastal Uniting Church5440 5433 & 0421 540 347

Noosa: 6 Grasstree Court, Sunrise Beach at 8am Sundays: Tewantin: cnr Poinciana Ave & Werin St. at 10am Sundays

St Peter’s Catholic Church

28-32 Elizabeth St, Coolum 5443 3488 www. saintsonwaves.com.au

Salvation Army, Coolum Connectionsrelaxed mid-week worship, every second Thursday from 9.30am at 3/127, Greenoaks Drive, Coolum Beach. Enquiries 5442 4218. Wave Church, The Cavern Theatre. Sunshine Beach State High. Ph: 5353 5152. Weekly events for youth, children and adults. wavechurch.com.au

RIDGES SECURITY CONTACT

A&V Security: 0400 196 695 (night patrol)

Police Assistance - 131 444

Emergency assistance: 000

PEREGIAN FAMILY & FRIENDS INC

Peregian Family & Friends Inc Est 2017. Advocates for and organises family friendly initiatives across the Peregian region. Mob: 0400 053 444 Web: www.peregianfriends.com Email info@peregianfriends.com for details.

ROTARY NOOSA DAYBREAK meet regularly on Thursday mornings for breakfast at Noosa Springs from 6.45am for fun, furthering community projects and to hear from regular interesting speakers. See www. noosadaybreakrotary.org or @rotarynoosa on Facebook, phone 1300 791 226 or email secretary.noosadaybreak@rotary9660.org

QUOTA CLUB OF COOLUM BEACH

meet at the Lions Den (next to Fire Station) at 15 Russell St, Coolum Beach, at 2pm on the second Tuesday of the month. Contact: secretary@quotacoolum.com or Sandra Verrall on 0457 355 734.

PEREGIAN MARKETS

The Peregian Markets are held on the first and third Sunday of every month.

GOVERNMENT REP CONTACTS

Local Sunshine Coast Councillor Maria Suarez, office (Division 9) Tel – 5475 9810

State (Ninderry) Dan Purdie - Tel - 5406 7900 (Peregian Springs)

State (Noosa) Sandy Bolton (Independent) Tel - 5319 3100 (Peregian Breeze)

Federal (Fairfax) Ted O’Brien - Tel- 5479 2800 (Wide Bay) Llew O’Brien - 1300 301 968 (Peregian Breeze)

LOCAL SURF CLUB CONTACTS

SUNSHINE BEACH SURF CLUB NIPPERS

Phone 5447 5491 or see their website www. sunshinebeachslsc.com.au/nippers/

PEREGIAN BEACH SURF CLUB NIPPERS

See www.peregiansurfclub.com.au or email nippers@peregiansurfclub.com.au

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I’ve watched the estate grow from when you used to have to open the old farmgate to go onsite and mature into one of the best established communities on the Sunshine Coast. I am truly passionate about our beautiful Peregian Springs Estate.

Michele Jackson

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OUNTRY CHEF'S $30 MILLION AUSTRALIAN-OWNED MANUFACTURING FACILITY OPENS IN CALOUNDRA, BOOSTING ECONOMY AND JOB CREATION

The Sunshine Coast celebrated the opening of Country Chef's new $30 million manufacturing facility, which now holds the title of the largest pavlova production site in the Southern Hemisphere.

With a capacity to produce over 30 million slices of banana bread annually, the facility spans an impressive size equivalent to 99 tennis courts.

The investment by Country Chef is expected to have a significant economic impact, exceeding $250 million and creating 600 fulltime equivalent local jobs each year.

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The Sunshine Coast Council's support through the Economic Resurgence Plan and the Export and Global Capability Program played crucial roles in facilitating the expansion.

Notably, the facility's location in the Sunshine Coast reinforces the region's thriving food and agribusiness industry, valued at $900 million.

Country Chef's Chief Operating Officer highlighted their commitment to sustainability and future initiatives, including the incorporation of solar energy.

The new facility signifies a milestone for the Sunshine Coast's business landscape and showcases the region's potential for investment and growth. Find out more at invest.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

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