Peregian Springs News Inform know grow Volume 2. Issue 9
June 2017
DIVE INTO SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
Ridges residents and their guests enjoy wonderful winter weather at the Rec Club AS the doors close on another school term Peregian Springs parents and their children have two or three weeks of school holidays ahead of them to play with. To help plot a path, we’ve had a look at what’s on close to home that might help keep the kids entertained for an hour or five and found six low cost events to share. In no particular order they are:
1. Sound Feast: Friday, June 23. Free monthly concert at The J in Noosa Junction featuring bands and performers. Family-friendly, no bookings required, just rock up at 6pm at the venue at 60 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads. 2. Child’s Play: Tuesday, June 27. An interactive play space at Coolum Library from 9.30am. Continued page 6
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NEWS IN BRIEF
From the Ed’s desk Winter’s here (believe it or not), school holidays have started for some and are just around the corner for others and there’s plenty to talk about in this month’s Peregian Springs News. As we went to print this week the deferred AGM of the Ridges Principal Body Corporate we reported on last month was scheduled to take place, this time at Peregian Beach. Key for owners is how their Body Corporate fees are to be spent, and whether or not the PBC will impose a Special Levy to repair an approximate $350,000 budget deficit to the Administration Fund. We’ll follow the story as it unfolds on our facebook page and website during the month. Confirmation has come that we are now part of the new Queensland State Seat of Ninderry, which we share with our neighbours in Peregian Breeze. The next state election is due before May 2018, but between now and then we’ll endeavour to introduce our readers to each of the candidates who’ll be vying for your vote to be the one to take the concerns of Peregian Springs and Peregian Breeze residents to the State Parliamentary table. On the business front we welcome Purple Copper to Peregian Springs. The new restaurant at Peregian Golf’s clubhouse opened this week. Sadly, Dorney & Bear announced they’d sold their business and were looking for their next adventure. For regular readers, fear not, Neighbourhood Watch is still part of the magazine, see page 32. We’re still following telecommunications issues and anyone with follow up matters especially those at the May telecomms forum at the Pool Cafe please get in touch. There’s plenty to read in this edition. I hope you enjoy it! Until next time — Rebecca peregianspringsnews@gmail.com 2
GOLF COURSE HITS THE SPOT Plenty of activity planned at Peregian Golf in the coming months. A Junior Holiday Camp with Craig Goodall will be held from June 28 to June 30, 12pm to 3pm daily. Cost $120 for all three days. The Peregian Course Championships will be held on Saturday, August 5 and Saturday, August 12 with separate Men’s and Ladies’ Stableford Competitions. Cost $10 comp fee and $34.50 Green fee for Lifestyle and Midweek pass holders. Outside of the golf, a lunch and snack menu is expected to be launched this week at the Par Bar and doors are open until 7pm on Friday nights, with the popular Cash Lotto Draw starting to build momentum. Phone 5471 5400. SOCCER HOLIDAY CAMPS Football Star Academy will host a soccer holiday camp at Peregian Springs State School from July 5-7, 9am to Noon. Phone 0450 533 990 or see www.footballstaracademy.com.au SEMINAR DRAWS A CROWD The Freedom Property and Diverse Lending Solutions property evening on June 7 attracted a crowd. Freedom Property’s Wayne Hay said the seminar explained ways people could get started in property investment and take advantage of capital gains and tax depreciation over time. A key part of that was sourcing the best finance deal, a message Diverse Lending Solutions’ Brooke Davies spoke to. DORNEY AND BEAR MOVE ON In a June 18 Facebook post Dorney said they had sold their business. They said the shop had been forced to shut in May for floor repairs.
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It’s official... We’re all in Ninderry THE final report is in and we have a new Queensland State government seat and Peregian Springs and Peregian Breeze are at the heart of it. After nearly a year of examining existing boundaries to even up population to politician ratios and then consulting with the public on proposals, the final report was given by the Queensland Redistribution Commission on May 26. The new seat unites the Peregian Springs area under one state seat of Ninderry which was previously divided into Noosa and Nicklin. The State election is due anytime before May 2018 and the major parties have been busily fielding candidates for our new seat with a
number being finalised. The Liberal National Party (LNP) has Daniel Purdie, a Detective Sergeant who has worked in the Sunshine Coast Child Protection and Investigation unit with the Queensland police for over a decade. The Greens have Sue Etheridge, Sunshine Coast small business owner who has previously run for the Greens in the most recent Local and Federal elections. One Nation has Barry Ward, who has worked in accounting and financial Planning. The Australian Labor Party did not return requests for candidate details before we went to print. Candidate profiles are coming soon.
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Purple Copper opens its doors THIS week marks the official opening of Purple Copper at Peregian Golf’s club house. Operated by experienced European trained chefs Elisabeth and Reinhardt Dittldacher the restaurant has already had its first function test, when it played host to a Stampin Day Retreat on June 11. Elisabeth said last week they plan to open for lunch Wednesday to Sunday, 11.30am to 2pm (approx.) and dinner Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights from 5.30pm to 8.30pm (approx.). Coffee and in-house made cakes and baked delights will be available all afternoon Wednesday to Sunday. The restaurant is set to serve up a
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delicious new offering at the Golf Course club house after Elisabeth and Reinhardt signed a five year lease. Some classic pub food favourites are to be offered in the Par Bar, while a relaxed sit down menu service with an Australian European influence with wine list and drinks will be available in the restaurant. A kids corner is being built too as part of the family friendly atmosphere. “It will keep them entertained after their meal,” Elisabeth said. “Just come sit down and relax.” Elisabeth and Reinhardt operated Clio's on Rosemount for two years before deciding to open at the Course. Follow Purple Copper on Facebook.
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Tea for Katie Rose $1584 was raised by a morning tea and raffles at the Aveo Peregian Springs Country Club last month to go directly towards the operation of the newly established Katie Rose Cottage at Doonan. The event, attended by about 85 people included a talk by Sue Story on Palliative Care and resident speakers on their experiences with Katie Rose. Katie Rose Cottage Charity Chairperson, Carol Reay, has many
years experience in Palliative Care provision and says the Cottage, with its new premises donated by a generous benefactor and first room set to open in a few weeks, aims to provide a home-like atmosphere for those in their final stages of terminal illness and support and counselling for families. Day respite patients will be taken initially with the aim of opening for 24/7 care by the end of the year. Carol says she is amazed by the generosity of donors and volunteers who have helped the facility to launch.
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Winter school holiday fun guide... FROM PAGE 1: 3. CARTOON DAVE: Thursday, June 29. Author Dave Hackett (aka Cartoon Dave) will hold a fully interactive writing workshop. He’ll help over 8s take a small idea, develop characters, create unusual settings and detours in their plots. Fun is on from 10am-11am at Noosaville Library, 7 Wallace Drive, Noosaville, Qld 4566. 4. NOOSA CIVIC EVENTS... PIRATE SHOWS: Monday, June 26 to Friday, June 30, 10am and 12.30pm daily. Next to Food Court. BALLOON WORKSHOPS: June 26-30. 11am daily. Next to Food Court. CRAFT VILLAGE: Monday, July 3
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to Friday, July 7, 11am-2pm daily. Outside Williams Shoes. Cost - gold coin donation to Noosa Volunteer Coastguard. 5. COAST CLUB SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES: June 26 to July 7. The Centre will be running 3 and 6 hour activity sessions for children aged 8 and over from $27.15 per child. Activities include archery, The Caves, High Ropes, Body Boarding, Stand-Up Paddle Boarding, Giant Swing, Kayaking and more. It is held at Sunshine Coast Recreation Centre, 80 Currimundi Rd, Currimundi. www.npsr.qld.gov.au/qldrec 6. GINGER FACTORY: July 3 to 7. Comedy Circus Antics with stuntman Joel Fenton, 9.30-11am.
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Local News— Book launch
Sharing a tale of tree-change “WONDER at the
natural world is often described as childlike as if it is something we should outgrow. “If that is true, then I have never grown up..” Inga
Simpson, from Understory published June 2017. The story of the tree-change, of escaping suburban Brisbane for ten acres and a cottage at Eudlo was launched by Sunshine Coast nature writer Inga Simpson earlier this LAUNCHED: Inga Simpson, left, with Annie Grossman of Annie’s Books Peregian at Noosa Environment Centre. month at Noosa. Inga, whose path back to the quiet life and idea of about 9 years ago and that it was a setting up a writers retreat was rocked story that “felt right to write”. when the Global Financial Crisis hit, “I’m glad it took that long,” she said. has captured a story telling of her “In that time the forest grew and I coping with that challenge and what grew ... it’s about the relationship with she found living out there in the forest. the forest and how it changed me.” She says over the decade she has Inga pays tribute to the Aboriginal had the property, she’s observed the traditional owners of the local Kabi trees in all the seasons with the Kabi country and the language they wildlife they support, she has learnt have to describe the landscape saying many things including the “art of taking in the book: “..whatever connection I the long view ... the need to be more might feel lacks the depth of culture tree and less me..” she says. and language..” Understory is described as a memoir Originally from Central West New about staying in one place told South Wales, Inga grew up camping through trees. on her family property amongst the Inga said the story came to her “dry wooded hills” photographing the 8
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Local News trees and wildlife. In adult life she became a professional writer for the government and gained two PhDs, one in creative writing and another in English literature and has penned three other books: Mr Wigg, Nest and Where The Trees Were, which was longlisted for this year’s Miles Franklin Award. The Understory book launch (part of a national tour) was set amongst the trees at the Noosa Environment Centre. Attending readers were treated to drinks and nibbles and a book reading by the author. The opportunity to discuss the book was brought to the local community by Annie Grossman of Annie’s Books at Peregian Beach. A number of Peregian Springs residents came to the launch with one,
Rita, lamenting the scale of the tree loss and the recent loss of further vegetation locally here. In Understory Inga quotes Wallace Stegner who said “the landscape where you grew up is the screen through which you always see the world.” She says “the connection with trees and earth is important to be okay.” Understory is available from Annie’s Books of Peregian. Call Annie on 5448 2083 or see the Annie’s Bookshop website at www.anniesbooksonperegian.com.au for information on upcoming events, new releases and ordering that next book you’re keen to read. Save the date for 6pm, August 17 when long time surf journalist Phil Jarratt will launch Life Of Brine at Halse Lodge, Noosa Heads.
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Take the plunge and save lives SAVING lives was all in a day’s work last week for local Fairfax federal member Ted O’Brien and four of his staff when as a group then donated to the Red Cross Blood Service. The donation came in response to a call from Blood Service for more people to step up and donate to cover the challenges caused by Winter where colds and flu typically led the service to miss out on more than 1000 donations each day. The winter lull, coupled with the fact that for every donation three lives are saved encouraged Mr O’Brien to become a first time donor in National Blood Donor Week (June 11-18) and he was joined by his staff. "The Sunshine Coast currently
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needs another 742 blood donations, so I would encourage people to book an appointment and roll up their sleeve. "It takes less than an hour to give one blood donation and by doing so you are making a huge difference to the lives of three people." To be eligible to give blood you must be over 16 years old but under 70, healthy and weigh more than 50kg. A donor can give blood every 12 weeks and plasma every two weeks. Call 13 14 95 or visit donateblood.com.au
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Looking back at Council spend COUNCILLOR Steve Robinson has released a summary of projects delivered this financial year and reflected fondly on the opening of the Peregian Springs dog off-leash area. Cr Robinson (Division 9) said the projects this year varied greatly in size and budget, and all benefited the community in different ways. “The project I am most excited about is the Sunshine Coast Solar Farm, which has progressed significantly this past financial year and is very close to completion,” Cr Robinson said. “As well as being an investment in renewable energy, it will also serve as an education and research centre for innovation across the region.
“The project that I had the most fun opening was the dog off-leash park at Peregian Springs,” Cr Robinson said. “It was wonderful to see dogs of all sizes, shapes and breeds racing around and having a good time in the new area. “It has also been terrific to assist community groups who provide much needed services with smaller projects. “These include Coolum Men's Shed, Bli Bli Tennis Club, Maroochy River Rowing Club, Coolum Football Club and, through the Russell Street storage facility, Coolum Beach Lions Club and Quota Coolum.” Continued, page 14.
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Brush up on your art skills PAINTING something to be proud of is on many a bucket list — but they say you have to fill your bucket every day to be happy and one local artist is keen to help. Newly arrived to Peregian Springs Jeanette Jefferies Smith is an accomplished award-winning artist who has taught at NSW TAFE, is university qualified in fine and creative arts as well as interior design and has owned and operated her own galleries Balmain and Forster in NSW and still actively paints and shows her work. Even though Jen came to art young as a 9-year-old after winning a local prize, she says you can start painting anytime and “there is no right or wrong” in painting. But Jen says her skill is helping draw out what you want to say and give you the skills to express that desire on canvas. With many years’ experience teaching art and design to all ages from children to seniors, Jen is offering painting lessons for groups or individuals for fun or corporate team building and says her girls’ night out workshops have also been popular. For more information on Jen’s work and workshops see her website at
http://www.jenjayart.com.au or call Jen on 0423 805 444 or email jeanette@saltair.net.
FROM PAGE 13... Division 9 budget highlights for 2016/2017 include: $4.98M for various upgrades at the Nambour Resource Recovery Centre $950,000 to widen and seal Valdora Road, Valdora $765,000 to reseal and rehabilitate Redwood Road
$466,000 to reseal and rehabilitate Peregian Springs Dr $390,000 towards improvements to the Coolum Aquatic Centre (completion expected in July) $175,000 to renew the amenities at Wilkinson Public Park on David Low Way, Coolum Beach $88,000 for bus stops in Bli Bli and Peregian Springs.
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Fair fun brings out the crowds THOUSANDS gathered at St Andrew’s on Saturday 27th May for the annual Family Fun Fair. The great weather attracted a large crowd and it was wonderful to see students, parents, families and our whole community coming together on
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another fantastic day for the community. Crowds enjoyed live music, dance and aerial performances, rides for all ages, countless food, books and clothes stalls and an amazing fireworks display to top off the day.
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St Andrew’s Principal, Reverend Chris Ivey said the day would not have been possible without the support of Premium Sponsor White’s IGA, along with sponsors Mercedes Benz Sunshine Coast, Aveo Retirement Living, Your Move Property, Jetts Fitness Peregian and Coolum, Mark Bain Constructions, Harvest restaurant, and Limehouse Press.
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Chappy’s Column—Family Focus
Tips on things to avoid with teens LAST month I focused on what you can do to foster and encourage a positive relationship with your teen. Here are a few suggestions of what not to do as I have found them to be common reasons teens put walls up to their parents. Spur of the moment problem discussion You receive your child’s report card (they’ve failed) as they are about to walk out the door. You’re concerned (rightfully so) so you start to ask them what happened and why is their report bad. Your child explodes and slams the door on the way out. Sounds familiar? When you have an issue or problem to discuss with your child doing it spontaneously or in the moment will more often than not end negatively (storming off, fighting with you, arguing etc.). Make appointments with your teen to talk about problems and concerns you have. Be clear about the purpose of that meeting and stick to that issue only. This will set you up to having more productive and receptive conversation. Don’t raise your voice Setting appointments can also help you manage your emotions. You will communicate more effectively with your teen if you are calm and clear headed not filled with frustration and anger. Raising your voice and yelling at your child damages the relationship and they will zone out anyway. Nagging Nagging is repetitive verbal comments about something you want your 20
teenager to do. A common example is when your teen won’t keep their bedroom clean. Choose carefully what fights you’re going to have. Using the messy room example if they don’t clean their room show them how to use the washing machine and stop washing their clothes (it works). Nagging will only cause friction and frustration between you. Arguing I was chatting to a psychologist friend on the weekend and he said some good advice he gives parents was to abstain from arguing. Arguing is different to having discussions. It is very rare for anyone to be argued into submission and mostly it becomes about winning. Teenagers will like to argue as they develop their independence and freedom. As a parent you have a choice as to whether you engage in it. Know what your position is on the critical issues or when their safety is a concern and stick to it. Don’t Compare Highlighting a sibling or other abled teenager’s performance as means of motivating your teen to do better isn’t an effective form of encouragement. Comparisons can cause a child to feel put down, develop a low self-esteem and a sense of hopelessness. Support your teenager to improvement without comparisons and encourage their individual strengths. Until next month, enjoy your time with your family. By Chappy Mark (Mark Horsfall - Chaplain, Coolum High)
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Local Heart HAVANA NIGHTS PEREGIAN SPRINGS MARKETS: on at the Rec Club carpark, 222 The Avenue, on the 2nd and 4th Saturday each month from 4.30-8.30pm. Next market is on June 24. Street Food, Artisan stalls, Kids entertainment, seating and live music are on offer and The Pool Cafe is open for drinks and cocktails. The event supports Regain Hope, a charity which aims to end international child slavery and trafficking. Havana Nights is also having a community tabletop sale as part of the Havana Nights Markets where residents or community groups can buy a table spot and sell their wares to make some extra cash. To register for a spot go to Havana Nights Markets on Facebook.
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PLAYGROUPS A PLENTY Parents and carers with young kids have Wednesday to Friday all sorted with some local fun playgroups to choose from featuring stories, craft, music and movement to facilitate literacy all in a fun and friendly atmosphere... Wednesday: PEREGIAN SPRINGS STORY TIME (9am-10am Rec Club Peregian Springs) Three to six-year-olds and their carers enjoy different books, themes and activities each week in a fun, friendly environment. See facebook.com/ groups/841394885961335/ for updates. An initiative of Noosa Anglican Church. Thursday: ABCD SCRAMBLE (10am-11.00am, Holy Spirit Anglican Church Hall, cnr Perry St and Beach Rd Coolum Beach). Singing, dancing and story based playgroup encouraging literacy for kids 0-5 years. Contact Carol Roth on 5446 5334.An initiative of Holy Spirit Anglican Church. Coolum. Friday: PLAYGROUP (10am-11.30am at Coolum Beach Baptist Hall, David Low 22
Way, next to the Coolum Soccer fields). Contact Shauna on 0414 864 714 (an initiative of Coolum Beach Baptist Church) PLEASE NOTE: Some groups only run during school term time. Call the contacts for more information for times, cost and if morning tea is provided or not. .................................................................. YOUTH CHAMPIONS Congratulations to Peregian Springs’ own Alex Boggis who won the Queensland State Bodyboarding Under 18’s Title on 10 June. His good friend from Peregian Beach Lucas Gengos came second. Alex also was runner up in the open Men’s Division. Alex and Lucas will represent Queensland in Juniors at the National Titles held in NSW in August. Alex, pictured above, will also represent Qld in the Open Mens Division. ................................................................. OVER 30’S WOMEN’S SOCIAL GROUP It’s a network of fun groups that you can dip into when you want to with a range of events at various times on offerestablished by Wendy Wilson. See www.lifebeyond30.com.au .................................................................. BETWEEN JOBS? VOLUNTEERING LOOKS GREAT ON THE RESUME! Regain Hope Charity Shop and Vintage Alley Collective at Noosaville is looking for Volunteers to help in all manner of retail duties from sorting to displaying and helping customers. The Charity supports efforts to end child slavery and trafficking internationally.
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Local Heart Call Ingrid or Brit for on 0451 760 433 or see https://regainhopecharity.wordpress.com/ contact/ (Eds note– A great place to shop too! I found a replacement part for my 18 -year-old food processor there!) ................................................................... SEASIDE SHOWCASE CONCERT in Support of Coolum High Chaplaincy — Sunday 16 July at 2pm: Enjoy a lively afternoon of beautiful music of all different styles with the Sunshine Coast Concert Band and singers for a wonderful cause at the St Peters Catholic Church Hall, Elizabeth St Coolum Beach. Tickets are $15 at the door with proceeds supporting Chappy Mark Horsfall (our Family Matters columnist) and the Chaplaincy program at Coolum High School. .................................................................. NAIDOC WEEK: The annual celebration of the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is on from 4-12 July. This year’s theme “Our Languages Matter” emphasizes and celebrates the role Indigenous languages play in cultural identity, linkages of people with their land and water and transmission of culture through story and song. A Family Fun Day is being held at Black Swan Park , Cotton Tree on Saturday July 8 from 10 am. See Facebook: Sunshine Coast Naidoc Family Fun Day for more. ................................................................... JUSTICE OF THE PEACE Coolum Library- Wednesday, 9am - 12pm Noosa Civic- Tuesday, 1pm - 4pm Thursday, 9:30am - 12:30pm and Friday 9:30am - 12:30pm Noosa Library-Tuesday and Saturday, 9am - 12pm Noosa Courthouse - Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 9am - 4pm. ..................................................................
BUSINESS SUCCESS WORKSHOPS: ABS Statistics show 60% of small businesses fail in their first three years largely due to no or poor planning or management. To help, two experienced business mentors, including Business Mentors Group Noosa’s David Bell are offering “Business Success Workshops” to help small business with a roadmap for success in 2, two-hour modules (with a follow up session) focusing on creating and completing a strategic business plan and fostering skills in self reliance. For more information and to register visit the website www.bswnoosa.com .............................................................. STORIES OF HOPE: Kerrie Atherton, mental health and addictions counsellor, herself a survivor of addiction and sexual abuse is joined by a team of community minded people for Stories of Hope. “Stories of HOPE is a regular monthly event where anyone needing encouragement or experiencing trauma, grief or loss of hope can come and listen to stories of pre-selected speakers from all walks of life who have gone through similar circumstances and come out the other side,” Kerrie says. “There are no walls, no pretense and no judgement” with a “no business, political or religious” agenda. Kerrie can link people to services if needed to help with support. The next event is on Tuesday 27 June at 7pm at the Sands Tavern Maroochydore (who sponsor the event). This month’s speakers: David Larkin and Trudi Bareham. Search Stories of HOPE on Facebook ................................................................. .ALICE IN WONDERLAND JR will be presented by Peregian Beach College on JULY 28 & 29 at 6PM, Coolum State School Hall. Ticket $25 Adult, $18 Student Buy Tickets through TryBooking.com
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HOW many little girls can say they’ve shared afternoon tea with a beauty named, Belle? Well, there were smiles all round last week when the winners of the recent colouring-in competition sat down and did just that. Sitting outside the Marcoola Community Bank branch of Bendigo Bank, mascot Piggy came along as well as manager, Kerryn Vincart and Coolum Theatre Players’, Julia Loaney to provide extra giggles. Fairy, Goody-Two-Shoes also made a guest appearance to help present the winners of the beautifully coloured-in masterpieces with their prize packages. Telina Ellis (Coolum State School), Indianna Winter (Coolum Beach Christian College), Lucy Schaber (Pacific Paradise State School) and Lana Charles (Peregian Springs State School) were the standout entries, but thanks must go to all who entered the competition. Beauty and the Beast is Coolum Theatre Players’ next production taking place during the upcoming school holidays. Director, Johanna Wallace said the production is a particular favourite of hers. “The heroine has more than just
good looks, possessing a strong will, fierce family loyalty and a wise and kind heart. The tale of a Beast who learns to love and to overcome his inner ugliness was always captivating to me. Having the chance to bring this story to life for the stage, with a terrific group of young performers has been huge fun,” Johanna shared. Opening with two shows on Saturday, 24 and Sunday, 25 June and Saturday, July 1 and Sunday, July 2 at 11.00am and 2.00pm Coolum Civic Centre, this pantomime promises to warm the heart of all who go along. You can book on line www.coolumtheatre.com.au $12.50 or $15 at the door or phone 5446 2500. The shows will be performed in theatre style seating on a first-come basis. Gelato Mio Ice Cream vouchers will also be on hand for the fanciest dressed young audiences It’s a tale as old as time – don’t miss it!
MEET AND GREET COUNCILLOR ROBINSON: Talk Local Government issues with Councillor Robinson. His regular local meet and greets for this month are at Coolum Library on Wednesday 28th June and 19th July from 1pm-3pm. The next chance after that is at Peregian Springs Recreational sports
fields on the fields themselves (behind the Pool Cafe and pool complex) on Wednesday 9th August from 11.30am12.30pm. The Peregian Springs meet and greets are held bi monthly at the Recreational Sports fields themselves (behind the Pool Cafe and pool complex).
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Business profile— MTA TRAVEL
Holidaying into a career in travel CAMPING as a kid around Australia, backpacking with friends in Europe, meeting her now husband while returning from a trip diving in Papua New Guinea and then later marrying in Noosa... travel has played a big part in Lauren Jenkins’ life and she’s made it her life’s work. Lauren, her husband and young daughter recently relocated to Peregian Springs from Sydney and she brings with her 16 years travel industry experience along with a love of travel and passion to help others have the best holiday or make the most of their time away on business. Travel has become more complicated given the choice and range on the internet, according to Lauren, but she says people are time poor and often don’t have time to see what’s a good deal and there’s a risk of parting with cash for tours and services that don’t eventuate. “Lots of the time people are taking a trip of a lifetime and they want to have the time of their lives,” Lauren said. She says there is such a wide range of destinations and packages, people really need someone who knows them and who can advocate the best deal for them. Whether you know exactly where you want to go, or just have a general budget in mind, Lauren can email, chat or meet with you during or outside business hours to help you get a plan together that you can get excited about. As part of the Mobile Travel Agent Group, Lauren has access to special bonuses such as room upgrades, cocktail parties, meals and day tours exclusive to MTA. 26
Lauren has arranged all sorts of travel for a wide range of ages and stages - business trips, family packages, self-drive, cruises (big ship and luxury boutique), Antarctica tours, international and domestic travel and specialized requests (such as a ladiesonly South African tour and photography tours). Some of the more memorable trips she has organised include a National Geographic fully escorted cruise of the Galapagos for a man in his nineties with marine biologist commentary on board and a single lady who explored Iceland with local escorts and transfers arranged so she was not totally solo. Although she has travelled the world, The Kimberley’s in Western Australia and an African Safari are Lauren’s favourite holidays. Lauren says there are lots of great deals at the moment and India, Sri Lanka and Cuba are hot right now. She also has some great offers on her books for Thailand, The Maldives, Bali, Mauritius, Fiji. With her elite surf lifesaving background, since arriving in April Lauren says she’s feeling right at home on the Coast. If you’re thinking travel call Lauren on 0422 475 802 or email ljenkins@mtatravel.com.au.
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Legal Matters with ...
Understanding “capacity” in Wills
A PREVIOUS article addressed the need for a will-maker to have ‘capacity’ to have a valid will. You may recall, the test of capacity originated in the UK in 1870 and required a will-maker to:1. understand the nature and effect of a will; 2. understand the nature and extent of their property; 3. comprehend and appreciate the claims to which they ought to give effect; and 4. not be suffering from a disorder of the mind or insane delusion. Historically, if a will-maker didn’t have capacity, they would be unable to make a valid will. As such, they would die intestate (without a will) and their property would be distributed in accordance with legislation. What then if a person doesn’t have capacity? For example, can a young adult who lost capacity as a result of a personal injury make a Will? For example, imagine a child who
never had capacity as a result of medical misadventure. Compensation to the child may be significant. The pressure of the lack of capacity however can cause family relationships to breakdown, leaving one parent as the primary or full time carer giver. Without a will, the child’s assets would most likely be distributed to their parents equally – potentially an unjust result. As such, legislation now allows for a statutory will to be made in certain circumstances. Making a statutory will is not easy or straight forward. Generally a statutory will can only be made if the will-maker is alive and doesn’t have capacity. In addition, the terms of the Will must be one in which “is or may be” a will the will-maker would make if they had capacity. This is not always easy to demonstrate however can produce a more just result than intestacy. Fiona is a Senior Associate with Connolly Dore Lawyers. The information in this article is general and for specific advice on your Wills and Estate situation call Fiona on 5302 7933.
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A quick glance at news for June from PSRA DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION WITHDRAWN FKP/Aveo has withdrawn its application for rezoning of the golf course lot on Balgownie Drive into 2 Residential lots (REC15/0227). This is great news as our campaign to preserve Sport & Recreation zoned land in Peregian Springs. TRAFFIC MEETING WITH SUNSHINE COAST COUNCIL Bob Joubert, Greg Smith, Dave Williams (PSRA committee) and Brett Sanders (representing Ridges Body Corp), met with Cr Steve Robinson, Daniel Rundle (Principal Development Planner), Paul Taylor and Brad Carey (traffic and engineering) from the Council, on 25 May to discuss traffic-related issues. The meeting was about information sharing on key issues raised by the PSRA on behalf of residents and clarifying decisions made since approximately 2001. It also explained existing planning regulations that determine what happens in PS today. Dwelling density: The maximum density of dwellings in Ridges was originally set at 15 dwellings per hectare. Now it is actually about 11-12 per hectare, less than it could be. However, the original idea of encouraging higher density to improve affordability etc through the encouragement of duplex lots (owner lives in one and rents the other) and dual key lots (family home with “granny flat” attached) has not resulted in this outcome. Adverse outcomes have included many more vehicles needing overnight/weekend parking, especially where garages have been used for storage or even extra sleeping space, and a greater number of individuals occupying these premises. Cr Robinson assured us that council is concerned about these issues, but no solutions are clear yet. Parking problems: The parking problems or roads, especially in Ridges, are recognised by Council, but beyond regular blitzes by traffic wardens there is nothing that can be done to solve the problem. There are not enough parking bays and increased dwelling density means shorter gaps between houses than originally expected. Parking spots at the Coles shopping centre are actually more numerous than required for a centre
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of that floor area, ie about 300 instead of 250. Road widths: We heard road widths in PS and Ridges meet or even exceed the minimum standards and problems around PS State School arose because the State Government, which owns that land and the school, is not bound by council specifications. The school was intended to house 800 students and is now heading for over 1200. This has caused extra traffic problems, but the road cannot be widened, so other risk-mitigation solutions must be found. Footpaths: It is theoretically possible to increase the width of some footpaths (eg in The Avenue on the blocks near the school), but it wouldn’t be a high priority for council. Likewise the lack of footpaths in Havana Road West, which causes Coolum State High School students to walk and skate down that road, would be a low priority. Traffic-calming ideas: The council staff were sceptical about ideas like extra 50 kph speed limit signs, road “bumps” and extra crosswalks (zebras) in Ridgeview Drive. They were more amendable to ideas about fencing the verges outside and opposite the school, to induce crossing at controlled points, but warned fences also trapped pedestrians on the street if they had gone there. Outcomes & next steps: Cr Robinson committed to arranging a meeting for PSRA with the council operational staff, as well as the other key stakeholders. We will keep you posted on when this meeting is to occur and the outcomes that arise. CONGRATULATIONS TO NEIL REES: The PSRA would like to congratulate Peregian Springs resident Professor Neil Rees on receiving the Member of the Order of Australia recognition in the Queen’s Birthday Honours. Neil has taught in universities, been a Law Reform Commissioner and adviser to various governments, and along with wife Anne have made a significant contribution to the legal profession including their role in the creation of the Law School at the USC. WANT TO JOIN THE RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION? Contact Greg Smith (Secretary) on 0417 577 881 or email psra@iinet.net.au for application details.
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“Safe, Inclusive and Connected Neighbourhoods and Online Communities” June 2017 update
HANDS OFF YOUR PHONE! Despite the dangers, approximately 76% of Queenslanders admit to using their mobile phone illegally in the car. This month I want to tell you a story about the most determined person I have ever met. She is lucky to be alive after sustaining serious injuries from a car accident that wasn’t her fault. What hits home for me is the accident was caused when the driver of the other car momentarily took his eyes of the road to send a text message. He would not have known what was coming, but nor did Renae, in fact the last thing she remembers was trying to keep the car from swerving into oncoming traffic. Since the accident in 2012 Renae’s life has changed significantly. Why? A torn artery in her neck led to a blood clot, which resulted in a stroke. She has since had more strokes, each time her recovery has been longer and more challenging. She has now been left with permanent brain damage and despite trying she is unable to work. A large pill to swallow for a lady that used to work up to 70 hours a week in a demanding job. By now you have probably got the idea, Renae’s life has changed, but what about her two children? They have had to watch their mum fight to recover each time, they have had to experience almost losing the person that they rely on to take care of them. If there is a positive it is that Renae is a strong, determined and amazing role model to her children, but it can’t be easy for either of them. Here is what her teenage daughter wrote after her last stroke: “I have had to watch my Mum cry; not knowing what was happening, watch her struggle to speak all over again, not able to walk by herself, needing help to shower and go to the toilet. We are back to where we started, but I know my
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COOLUM 10 COMMITTEE Area Coordinators: Paula Lyall, Leigh Boggis Treasurer: Bob Joubert Secretary: Vivienne Collins You can contact us at: PSNHW@hotmail.com or at https://www.facebook.com/PSNHW/ For immediate police assistance Phone Police on 131 444 or in an Emergency call 000 Mum will get through this, she’s too strong not to. Was that text message so important now?? Is it the be all and end all if that message waits until you finish driving? Please don't ruin someone else's life, please don't put another family through this”. Powerful words from a young lady that has had to take on a huge responsibility looking out for her mother during some of the darkest days of their lives. Please don’t view this as a sob story, it’s true and it’s important to be reminded of what can happen if you let your phone distract you when driving. Please be safe… Until next time, Leigh ..... THE FACTS: * In 2015, driver distraction contributed to 25 fatalities on Queensland roads * Using a mobile phone while driving multiplies your risk of a serious crash by four. * Research shows using a mobile phone while driving can be as risky as drink driving. https://jointhedrive.qld.gov.au/driver-distraction/factsheet
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