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This shot is of a Tetragonula carbonaria – a stingless native bee. They are very small – about four millimetres – so a macro lens is necessary. This shot was taken when the bees were doing their last two weeks of foraging, and this individual was visiting a portulaca plant. It’s a pleasure to be able to take a little quiet time to observe and photograph these delightful, tiny and industrious insects who are such an important part of our world.

It was shot with a Nikon 750 and a Nikon macro lens and a tripod.

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SPRING AWAKENING

Spring has sprung, and there’s no better place to celebrate the season than right here on the Sunshine Coast.

As nature comes alive with vibrant colours and fresh scents, we’re embracing everything that makes our region truly special.

It’s not just a time for blossoming flowers and longer days – it’s a celebration of the natural beauty and lifestyle we are so lucky to enjoy.

The weather is simply perfect, with temperatures gently warming.

And whether you’re strolling along the pristine beaches, exploring the lush hinterland, or enjoying a picnic at one of the many scenic spots, the season invites you to reconnect with nature.

Speaking of scenic spots, did you know the Sunshine Coast is home to 1300 natural parks

CONTRIBUTING TALENTS:

What do you love about spring on the Sunshine Coast?

NICOLE FUGE WRITER

I love the gentle warmth of spring on the Sunshine Coast and the sense of rejuvenation it brings. This time of year encourages me to pause and appreciate the little things –new flowers and butterflies, and the sun on my cheeks while I savour my morning cofee. It’s like a refreshing reset for the soul.

and green spaces? Don’t miss our special feature by writer Candice Holznagel, who takes us on a journey of some of the best.

Spring also heralds an abundance of fresh produce. From farmers’ markets bursting with colourful fruits and vegetables to local seafood that’s at its peak, it’s a time to savour the vibrant tastes that define our region.

Speaking of great food, Sunshine Coast foodie Martin Duncan brings you up to date with what’s hot in the local culinary scene right now. Turn to Nosh News on page 48 for all the latest.

As always, we have plenty of interesting stories to inspire and uplif you. Plus, we share the latest styles in our fashion pages, as well as in our beauty and homewares sections.

Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or simply seeking new ways to enjoy your local surroundings, remember this season is about celebrating life’s simple pleasures and the stunning beauty that’s right outside your door.

As you flip through the pages of this issue, let it inspire you to embrace the best of spring on the Sunshine Coast.

Here’s to sunny days, blooming flowers and all the joy that spring brings to our beautiful region! Enjoy.

LUCINDA DEAN WRITER

In my book, spring is the best season on the Coast. A time to shed winter layers and dip my toes into the ocean and if I’m brave, dive right in! I relish the warm days and the cool nights before the high humidity of summer.

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NATIVE TASTES

SPRING IS A TIME of ripening and abundance. I love the bountiful fresh produce available at Coast farmers markets in spring: artichokes, asparagus, beetroot, celeriac, gooseberries, dragonfruit, nectarines; the list is mouth-watering long.

The prospect of spring set me thinking about what edible native plants and botanicals might be in season on the Coast. I’m unabashedly a gourmand. I get excited about discovering and tasting new foods, and so this thought set me on a hunt for local bush tucker experiences.

My Dilly Bag at Forest Glen was my ﬁrst stop on this track of discovery. There I met proprietor Aunty Dale Chapman, and we had a yarn. Aunty Dale is a Yuwaalaraay, Kooma woman operating on Gubbi Gubbi country.

She established her business 24 years ago with $300 and a dream of giving Aboriginal communities a platform to sell products derived from sustainably grown and harvested Australian sovereign foods and botanicals. Also known as bush tucker or native foods, Australian sovereign foods are endemic to Australia and have been traditionally used and cultivated by

Indigenous Australians for thousands of years.

Aunty Dale prefers the term “sovereign foods” as she says it “emphasises the cultural and historical signiﬁcance of these unique foods, deepening the connection and birthright of First Nations peoples to our traditional foods, as well as our right to maintain and control our cultural heritage and food systems”.

My Dilly Bag champions Indigenous communities by providing a viable commercial channel to develop, market and distribute Aboriginal products. Money is funnelled back into these communities via new revenue streams, helping them maintain their traditions and engender positive prospects for future generations.

“It was my dream to bring my traditional knowledge that has been shared with me from my family, community Elders and others with my contemporary training as a chef,” Aunty Dale explains.

“I wanted to be a positive and inspirational entrepreneur for my people and fellow Australians to be proud of what my ancestors treasured and sustained for millennia.”

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The shop shelves are lined with bush food pantry items and gourmet foods made with native ingredients, including sauces, jams and snacks that showcase the rich flavours of Australian bush foods. You will also find nutrient-rich items such as teas, supplements and skin care products that leverage the health benefits of native plants.

If you wish to dive deeper into understanding the nutritional benefits and cultural significance of bush foods and how to use native ingredients in your cooking, My Dilly Bag offers interactive sessions and educational programs online as well as in-house face-to-face workshops.

Aunty Dale also told me about another long-time vision of hers that came to fruition in December last year – GATHAA First Nations Markets. Her aim was to create a platform for First Nations entrepreneurs to showcase their talents and creations. Fortunately for me, the next market was on the weekend after our yarn, so I took my family along.

There really is something for the whole family: cultural workshops, cooking demos, cultural tours, yarning circles, First Nations artisan stalls, live entertainment, food vans oﬀering bush food-inspired meals and bush food plants and products.

I love a good market and this market is like no other I have experienced on the Coast. It really is an immersive experience. It was fascinating watching Aboriginal Elders pass on their

knowledge and lore through song and dance to the younger generation. While it was a staged performance, I felt privileged to be there, and I can only describe the market vibe as beautiful.

At GATHAA, I also had the pleasure of meeting Veronica Cougan, owner and manager of Witjuiti Grub Bushfood Nursery, which has been ﬂourishing since 1996. The nursery at Obi Obi is open by appointment only.

Veronica told me that native raspberries start ripening in winter and continue into early spring on the Coast. It’s also the time when the Gympie lime starts to ﬂower (ready to be harvested from November onwards).

Some bush foods commonly found year-round on the Coast include warrigals, pigface, lemon myrtle and cinnamon myrtle. I found out not only where to ﬁnd them this spring but also how to consume them.

Warrigal greens – also known as New Zealand spinach –have succulent leaves similar to spinach when the plant is young but develop a bitter taste as it matures. They’re native to Australia and New Zealand. This scrambling shrub is common in coastal areas, often growing in sand near the beach.

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Aunty Dale Chapman

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It tastes great in pesto bread and pasta dishes.

Pigface is another sand dune-growing edible bush food. The red-purple fruit on this succulent tastes like salty strawberries or salty apples, and its thick, ﬂeshy leaves can be eaten raw or cooked. Pigface is used to soothe insect bites, but its fresh leaves can also be eaten whole in a salad or ground into meat dishes, breads or beverages.

Lemon myrtle is a year-round rainforest plant native to southeast Queensland. Medicinally, it is prized for its calming and sedating properties, as well as its healing beneﬁts for colds and ﬂu. Tests have shown it has high antifungal and antibacterial properties and contains four to seven times the antioxidants of blueberries.

Cinnamon myrtle is a hardwood rainforest species native to subtropical eastern Australia. Its leaves give oﬀ a cinnamon fragrance when rubbed or crushed and can be used as a substitute for cinnamon spice. Use it to ﬂavour curries, stews, soups and roasts, as well as sweets, biscuits and pastries.

GATHAA is currently held monthly on a Sunday in the car park outside My Dilly Bag. Follow them on social media for market dates and updates.

Keen to try some real bush food, I set sail on Saltwater Eco Tours’ lunchtime bush tucker cruise, which departs Mooloolaba Wharf Tuesday to Sunday (weather permitting).

Stepping aboard the Spray of the Coral Coast – a 116-yearold timber classic sailing boat – was like stepping back in time.

As the ketch departed the marina, Saltwater owner, skipper and tour guide Simon Thornalley told us about its fascinating history. It was a replica of the original Spray, the boat used by American Joshua Slocum, who was the ﬁrst person to circumnavigate the globe circa 1895.

Our vessel, which was built to the same plan as the original and launched in 1925, was thought to be the oldest Spray replica in Australia and possibly the world.

As we cruised the Mooloolah River and its man-made canals, Simon talked passionately about the history, ecology and sustainability of the waterways from an Indigenous perspective.

A Coast-born local of Torres Strait Island and Aboriginal descent, Simon collaborates with the traditional owners, the Gubbi Gubbi people, to deliver a tourism experience that respectfully imparts the wisdom of the world’s oldest continuous living cultures, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

My face felt sun-kissed and warmed by the glass of complimentary sparkling wine as I sat at the bow of the ketch. I couldn’t imagine a better setting to sample a ﬁve-course canape bush tucker menu. I ate crocodile for the ﬁrst time –

and I liked the small morsels of meat coated with a bunya nut tempura batter, fried and seasoned with hibiscus wild salt and native pepper leaf. I expected crocodile to taste more ‘gamey’, but to me, it tasted like a mix between squid and chicken.

Simon spoke enthusiastically about the bush tucker ingredients as the crew circulated each dish. It was a degustation and education all rolled into one. Did you know the nutritious nuts from the bunya pines come from a species of tree dating back to the dinosaur era? Or that pigface is good for digestion?

Each course – from oysters to scallops, crocodile, and an Indigenous twist on seafood chowder was like nothing I’d tasted before. I savoured the layering of diﬀerent tastes and textures and it left me with a genuine curiosity to further explore bush tucker cuisine. The menu is seasonal and changes every two to three months.

My bush tucker adventure was by no means exhaustive. I encourage you to discover for yourself the best bush tucker experiences the Coast has to oﬀer this spring.

Visit: mydillybag.com.au, witjutigrub.com.au, facebook.com/gathaa.markets, saltwaterecotours.com.au

My Dilly Bag

Native finger limes

GATHAA markets

PARK POWER

IT’S A SATURDAY afternoon, the sun is shining and the Paciﬁc Ocean literally glistens before us. It’s been a busy week, but sitting here watching the kids kick a soccer ball around, I feel my body slow.

As a young family, we are always out and about, keen to ﬁnd a beautiful green space to enjoy – we keep a picnic blanket in the back of the car at all times.

Research shows that human connection to the environment can signiﬁcantly reduce stress, enhance mood and improve overall wellbeing. Studies have found that spending time in nature can lower cortisol levels (the pesky stuﬀ responsible for raising anxiety and stress), blood pressure and heart rate.

Of course, natural environments also promote physical activity and foster social interactions, which all beneﬁt our mental health.

Living on the Sunshine Coast, with an average of 300 days of sunshine each year, makes it easy to enjoy the outdoor lifestyle and the beneﬁts it brings. Parks and green spaces are the heart and soul of many Australian communities, and this is particularly true here in southeast Queensland.

The Coast is home to nearly 1300 natural parks and open spaces, each providing unique opportunities to boost ﬁtness and strength and nurture your wellbeing.

Our parks and open spaces are more than just recreational areas; they are an integral part of the community’s identity and oﬀer facilities that promote exercise, relaxation and play, whether that be through a hike, leisurely walk or just a good old playground visit.

And with this beautiful spring weather upon us, there’s no time better than now to explore some of these beautiful green places.

We’ve done the hard work for you and created a list of

some of the region’s best parks for relaxing, playing and exercising. So, what are you waiting for? Get out there and enjoy this piece of paradise!

LET’S RELAX

BUDERIM VILLAGE PARK

Church Street, Buderim

Facilities include: Pedestrian pathways, playground with shade sails, barbecues, picnic tables, drinking fountains, toilets

Buderim Village Park is a serene haven perfect for relaxation. With its beautifully landscaped gardens, open grassy areas, and picturesque views, it’s an ideal spot to unwind and enjoy a quiet afternoon. This popular park oﬀers shaded seating and picnic areas, making it an excellent choice for a leisurely family outing or a peaceful solo retreat.

BUDERIM FOREST PARK AND FALLS

Quorn Close or Harry’s Lane (both of Lindsay Road), Buderim Facilities: Walking trail, barbecues, picnic tables

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Buderim Village Park. PHOTO: Sunshine Coast Council

Buderim Forest Park. PHOTO: Visit Sunshine Coast

Mount Coolum boardwalk. PHOTO: Visit Sunshine Coast

Buderim Forest Park is a lush, green sanctuary that provides a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Known for its beautiful rainforest and waterfall, it oﬀers a picturesque 800-metre circuit walking track suitable for all ﬁtness levels.

BUDERIM-PALMWOODS HERITAGE TRAIL

BUSHLAND PARK

Telco Road, Mons

Facilities: Seating

This park features the Heritage Tramway Walk, a historic 2.1-kilometre trail (one-way) that follows the path of the old Buderim-Palmwoods railway. It’s a beautiful walk through sub-tropical forest and oﬀers a unique blend of exercise and relaxation, with interpretive signage along the trail and seating areas for rest and reﬂection.

MAPLETON LILYPONDS PARK

Delicia Road, Mapleton

Facilities include: Playground, dog park, toilets, barbecues, skate park

Mapleton Lilyponds is a tranquil park featuring the serene ponds, greenery and peaceful picnic spots. It’s perfect for a relaxing day out with family and friends. You can enjoy its walking paths and scenic surroundings or let the kids free on the fun playground. It’s a great destination for those seeking a quiet escape.

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MAPLETON NATIONAL PARK

Mapleton Forest Road, Mapleton

Facilities: Cycling, hiking, walking, horse riding, barbecues, lookout, toilets

Mapleton National Park is a haven for hikers and nature lovers. It includes sections of the 58-kilometre Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk, while the one-kilometre Linda Garrett Circuit is a particularly popular trail, oﬀering a mix of rainforest and eucalypt forest. There are opportunities for wildlife observation, making it a top choice for hikers seeking adventure and natural beauty.

MOUNT COOLUM BOARDWALK

Breezeway Street, Mount Coolum

Facilities include: Walking, lookout, beach access

The boardwalk oﬀers a scenic 500-metre return walking path through the Marcoola-Yaroomba Foreshore Bushland Conservation Reserve. With breathtaking views of the coastline and the mountain itself, it’s a great spot for a vigorous walk.

NOOSA

NATIONAL PARK

Park Road, Noosa Heads

Facilities: Barbecues, lookout, picnic tables, toilets

PICNIC POINT, POINT ARKWRIGHT HEADLANDS PARK

David Low Way, Point Arkwright

Facilities: Picnic benches, toilets

Picnic Point is a peaceful spot ideal for exactly that – a picnic. It oﬀers stunning views and is perfect for those looking to enjoy a quiet outdoor meal with loved ones while taking in the scenic coastal views and gentle breezes.

Noosa National Park is a favourite for those hoping to get active. With its extensive network of trails, it oﬀers something for everyone, from casual walkers to serious hikers. Touted as a “wildlife sanctuary”, the park is renowned for its coastal views and abundant wildlife. Whether you prefer a gentle stroll or a more challenging hike, the park’s diverse landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for outdoor exercise.

HAVE SOME FUN

BOK BEACH PARK

Bokarina Boulevard, Bokarina

Facilities: Playground, shelters with barbecues, large open space, seating, toilets

Bok Beach Park is a dynamic space designed for play and

Noosa National Park

Mofat Beach. PHOTO: Visit Sunshine Coast

Picnic Point, Point Arkwright. PHOTO: Visit Sunshine Coast

Bok Beach Park. PHOTO: Sunshine Coast Council

CILENTO PARK AND FALLS

Waterfall Road, Nambour (of Mapleton Road)

Facilities: Playground, picnic facilities, barbecue, toilets Home to the Coast’s own hidden waterfall, this park oﬀers family-friendly fun with plenty of space for kids to explore and play. Situated on 10 hectares of land, the park includes a playground and the hidden rainforest walk. The 900-metre bush circuit to the waterfall adds an element of adventure for both kids and adults.

Tip: Always keep the kids close by as the falls are not cordoned of and the rocky track can be slippery at times.

recreation. It’s close to the beach and oﬀers a variety of activities for children and families. This park boasts playground equipment (including a great rope bridge and built-in water sprayer that the kids will love!) and open grassy areas perfect for kicking a ball around. It’s a fun environment for kids to burn oﬀ energy and explore.

MOFFAT BEACH PARK

Seaview Terrace, Mofat Beach

Facilities: Playground, open space, walking path, toilets, barbecues, beach access

Moffat Beach is a versatile park offering something for everyone, from exercise enthusiasts to families looking for a fun day out. There’s exercise equipment, a playground and grassy space for picnicking (and cafés selling coffee nearby!). It’s a wonderful spot to soak up the coastal atmosphere.

NEED MORE INFO?

For an aerial view or to locate park facilities, visit Sunshine Coast Council’s website and search ‘beaches and park director y’, which includes an interactive map Alternatively, for outdoor adventure activities, visit adventure.sunshinecoast qld.gov.au

DID YOU KNOW?

Our Sunshine Coast community has access to: 1180 recreation parks and open spaces, 374 playgrounds, 74 basketball courts, 55 exercise equipment nodes in parks, 46 dog exercise areas 28 skate parks, 1338 shelters, 370 drinking fountains, 324 barbecues, 196 public amenities, 178 showers.

Source: Sunshine Coast Council.

Mapleton Lilyponds

EXPLORE DREAM

FESTURI

FESTURI is a free, familyfriendly multicultural music and dance festival ser ving the Sunshine Coast with culture, connection and cultural education.

Capturing and celebrating the essence of many nations coming together as one global community, the event will include a world village, cultural fashion parade, gourmet international food, global world music and cultural dance.

when September 21

where Cotton Tree Park, The Esplanade, Cotton Tree visit festuri.org.au

2024 PACIFIC CHAMPIONSHIPS

Football Queensland is set to host the 2024 Pacific Championships on the Sunshine Coast. In partnership with the Sunshine Coast Council, the inaugural Pacific Championships will be staged at Maroochydore FC The championships will welcome players from across Australia and overseas to compete in three exciting tournaments over nine actionpacked days.

when September 21 to 29

where Maroochydore Football Club, 462 Maroochydore Road, Kuluin visit footballqueensland.com.au

OCT 18-20

NOOSA HILL CLIMB

Now entering its 26th year of competition, the Noosa Hill Climb is one of the most exciting events of its kind in Australia. Held on one-and-a-half kilometres of cambered bitumen with a blend of 14 tight and moderately sweeping corners through the national park, the weekend is loaded with lots of thrills and entertainment. There are plenty of spectator areas or grandstand seating to catch the action, plus a shuttle bus up the track to easily access the best vantage points.

when October 18 to 20

where Gyndier Drive, Tinbeerwah visit noosahillclimb.com.au

BIG PINEAPPLE FESTIVAL

Afer a three-year break , The Big Pineapple Festival is back for 2024. With a juicy lineup featuring Bliss n Eso, Peking Duk , Tones and I and Vera Blue, it’s sure to be bursting with good times. The festival will also showcase delicious eats from around the world and attractions like the pretty lantern parade and the great Australian pineapple toss. Plus, don’t forget the best-dressed competition.

when October 19

where Pineapple Fields, Woombye (opposite the Big Pineapple, 76 Nambour Connection Road, Woombye) visit bigpineapplefestival.com.au

Walk, run, roll or stroll to raise funds to support Sunshine Coast cancer patients and their families. The Wishlist K’s 4 Cancer is an annual event perfect for schools, families, individuals and corporate team building. With three distances to choose from, participants can enjoy the course around Lake Kawana, all for a good cause. The day will be packed with live entertainment, face painting, jumping castle and food.

when October 20

where Lake Kawana, 31 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina visit wishlist.org.au/events

NOOSA TRI

As the biggest Olympicdistance triathlon in the world, Noosa Tri is completed around the town’s stunning main beach, town centre and hinterland. While the main event attracts some of the best international athletes, you don’t need to be a world-class athlete to take part in the five-day festival. There are loads of events, including a fun run, kids’ triathlon, golf events, ocean swim and more. If you prefer to cheer from the sidelines, make sure you head to Noosa to catch all the action.

when October 30 to November 3

where Noosa and surrounds visit noosatri.com.au

WISHLIST K’S 4 CANCER

PHOTO: Derek Rowan Photography

PHOTO: Russell Witt

HEATHERS THE MUSICAL

From the team that brought you Grease the Musical , Sunshine Coast producers Riley Cope and Marina de Jager are partnering up again to produce the smash musical hit Heathers the Musical this Halloween. With electrifying choreography and a wickedly funny script, Heathers the Musical brings the cult classic film to life in a thrilling tale of love, betrayal and the perils of teenage hierarchy.

when October 31 to November 2

where The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra visit theeventscentre.com.au

COLLECTORAMA FAIR

A giant vintage fair full of antiques, collectables, unique and retro items –Collectorama Fair is a treasure lover’s paradise. With more than 150 dealers, from high-end antiques to vintage and curated collectables, there is something for everyone. It is a great chance to make a day trip and meet up with friends, dive into the milieu for special treasures and soak up the vintage ambience. Entry is $8 cash at the gate, or 12 and under free. when November 2 where Nambour Showgrounds, Coronation Avenue, Nambour visit facebook.com/CollectoramaFair

SCULPTURE ON THE EDGE

Now in its 15th year, Sculpture on the Edge continues to grow. This year, it will feature a wide selection of artworks for all ages to appreciate. The exhibition of selected entries by artists from near and far will be displayed at Flaxton Gardens and will include indoor and outdoor sculptures across a variety of media. It’s described as nine days of art , food and natural beauty. The program includes the annual exhibition, workshops, artist talks and special events. The renowned annual sculpture competition is hosted by Arts Connect Inc. when November 23 to December 1 where Flaxton Gardens, 313 Flaxton Drive, Flaxton visit sculptureontheedge.com.au

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THE SECRET ingredient

IF YOU’VE EVER read an online recipe, watched a cooking show, ﬂipped through a cookbook or read a food magazine, chances are you already know Julie Jansen’s work.

You may not know her name, however – that’s because Julie, a professional recipe writer and food stylist, has spent her career behind the scenes, perfecting the art of making food look and taste sensational.

A university degree in applied science, majoring in food styling and recipe development, landed Julie her ﬁrst job with a cooking show on Channel 9 in Melbourne, styling food and writing recipes for celebrity chef Geoﬀ Jantz.

So began her career in the food industry, from recipe writing and testing for some of the country’s biggest food organisations, such as Taste.com and Dairy Australia, to working with celebrity cook Nigella Lawson in London.

Now, her own name is coming to the fore with the publication of a cookbook co-authored with her son, Ethan Jansen.

Ethan, 15, already knows his way extremely well around the kitchen, is a dab hand with a chef’s knife and a very willing taste-tester.

Their book, The Shared Apron: Everyday Cooking For Teens, is full of nourishing, user-friendly and practical recipes.

Proudly produced and printed on the Sunshine Coast, it’s aimed at inspiring teenagers and families to get into the kitchen.

The book is in fact Julie’s second; her ﬁrst book, Apricots and Apron Strings, was inspired by her childhood spent growing up on a stone fruit orchard in rural Victoria.

Now living on the Sunshine Coast and inspired by a shared love of cooking and creating, Julie and Ethan realised there was a lack of suitable cookbooks for the teenage market.

“I think at that age, we’ve got a captive audience of young people that are so excited about food, and they love to eat,” Julie tells salt

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“So, we set oﬀ on this journey to write a book of all the things that we love to cook at home and that Ethan loves to eat and put them into a really easy-to-use book that is targeted at the teens but is also user-friendly for families.

“It’s an everyday cookbook that even slightly younger kids could use or ﬁrst-time cooks, or as a beginner tool for people learning the basics. It has a bit about knife skills and diﬀerent techniques at the start, just to give you that introduction to cooking.

“The recipes are really nourishing, using lots of fruit and vegetables and protein, and trying to give a nice rounding of recipes for kids to try that are sweet and savoury.”

The 66 recipes – including beef and bean burrito bowls, Mexican black bean burgers, chicken parmigiana, one-pot butter chicken and rustic apple raspberry pie, to name just a few – took about two years to ﬁne-tune, Julie says.

“We just wanted it to be absolutely foolproof and as succinct as possible with a sensible ingredient list, so you’re not spending all day running around ﬁnding the ingredients,” she adds.

Though it’s hard to choose a favourite, she says the fried rice is one of Ethan’s go-to dishes and one that Julie describes as a good “core recipe” with ingredients that can be easily substituted for what is on hand.

“They can swap out the protein for whatever they want to use; they can swap out the veggies.

“And in the recipes, we’ve talked about just how you can interchange things,” she says.

The recipes have also been tested and rated by Ethan according to diﬀerent categories, including which ones are his favourites, which ones are vegetarian, and each dish’s level of diﬃculty.

“Some recipes are super-fast and easy, and some are very hands-on, with a bit more work, so he went through and rated them like that,” Julie says.

While cooking and eating nutritious food has obvious

advantages for teenagers’ health and wellbeing, Julie strongly believes there are other beneﬁts to be had by getting teens and their families into the kitchen – including fostering family connections.

Work commitments and busy lifestyles mean takeaway and pre-prepared food has become the norm for many families, leaving little time to cook and eat meals together.

“It’s about just creating that positive culture of sharing food and connecting at home with family and friends,” Julie tells salt

“I think now is the time to really get back and focus on that and keep that as the core.

“And that creates memories for us too; those positive experiences become memories.

“I know there are a lot of people who think that it is a real chore to do those basic things because people are working so hard having careers and everything; there are lots of reasons why,” she says.

“But I think that just ﬂows through then to children often having that same approach and just feeling like they want shortcuts, and it’s normal to do takeaway or to do boxes of food.”

Julie also believes there’s much to be gained by taking kids shopping or going to the market and getting things from the source rather than buying pre-prepared meals.

According to Julie, research shows that the earlier kids start cooking, the more beneﬁts in later life.

She says it has been proven that nutritional outcomes and nutritional wellbeing are far greater if kids are cooking from an early age and are involved with cooking because they will make better food choices in their adult lives.

“I think it’s a really great way to reconnect with your kids too, because they are so involved with social media, and as teenagers, their friends become paramount.

“I think it’s one way we can kind of draw them back in and get a bit of quality time with them in the kitchen.

“And if it’s feeding them and ﬁlling their tummy – they’re always hungry – it’s time well spent doing that. There are so many pluses.”

FUTURE on target

WORDS NICOLE FUGE PHOTOS LISA PEARL

“I ACTUALLY SHOT my brother with a toy bow on a holiday. I thought it was just so fun.”

Jessica Lloyd’s introduction to archery at age 11 may have been a bit of a lark, but her dedication to the sport since has been anything but.

After persistently asking her parents for archery lessons, Jessica enrolled at a local club on the Sunshine Coast, where she had the privilege of being under the tutelage of coach Lynette Rankin-Tyack and her son, Olympic medallist Ryan Tyack.

This signiﬁcantly shaped her early development in the sport, and she has gone on to excel at a rate that makes it look like child’s play every time she picks up a bow.

Now aged 17, Jessica has been juggling her ﬁnal years of high school at Paciﬁc Lutheran College with national and international competitions – which is an achievement in itself.

Last year, she represented Australia at the Trans-Tasman Challenge and World Archery Oceania Target Championships in Adelaide, where she won three gold medals and four silver. She then travelled to Ireland to compete in the World Archery Youth Championships as a member of the Australian archery team.

Jessica also won two gold medals and one bronze at the 2023 Open National Target Championships in Brisbane, and

“ I decided not to go for the Olympic trials this year because of year 12. but i’m looking towards ’28 and ’32”

this year, she secured three golds at the National Youth Archery Championships. Jessica has also been training at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) in Canberra as part of an elite pathways squad.

“I joined the Olympic National Recurve Development Squad, and every year we have about four camps at the AIS. It’s just a bunch of archers from around Australia,” she tells salt. “It’s very cool training at the AIS; it’s a very diﬀerent atmosphere.”

Being in such a competitive environment has accelerated Jessica’s growth, not just in the sport but also within herself.

“I went through quite a big struggle just before the World Archery Youth Championships,” she explains.

“I wasn’t really used to being that mentally focused because I was training so much. I was training every day and I was just really struggling to ﬁnd the joy in it.

“And then I went to World Youth and being in that environment really opened my mind up to what the world stage is like.

“I didn’t do as well as I would have liked, but it just let

me enjoy the moment a bit more, get to know people and just kind of accept it. It also gave me motivation to work harder. I came back and just found my love for archery. It’s just been like that ever since.”

Jessica admits that performing a sport that revolves around precision has been challenging for a self-confessed perfectionist. Yet she’s learning to release her need for ﬂawlessness and trust in the process.

“I deﬁnitely think I’ve matured in my approach. I used to be very anxious about my scores and very nervous about competitions. I deﬁnitely just trust my training a lot more now,” she says.

So what does a week in the life of an aspiring Olympian and Year 12 student look like?

“I do two school sports (currently basketball and touch football), which are one day a week each. And I’ve recently been accepted into the University of the Sunshine Coast High Performance Youth Academy so I train at their high-performance gym three mornings a week.

“And then on the other two mornings, I go to the gym by myself,” Jessica says.

“I train at my club four days a week, and then I usually train at home once or twice a week, depending on how much schoolwork I haven’t done. And I also work casually at a resort. Then I have the odd competition here and there, usually on Sundays. So it’s quite a busy schedule.”

It certainly is.

When asked about her plans for next year, it’s no surprise that Jessica intends to take a gap year – a well-deserved opportunity to catch her breath. But it won’t be a total pause, as she maintains her training in preparation for the 2025 World Archery Youth Championships in Canada.

“Depending on how I go at World Youth, I was looking at doing some travelling, which would be quite cool. Then I’m looking at coming back and studying engineering.”

Jessica also has her sights ﬁrmly set on the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles and 2032 in Brisbane – the thought of competing in the green and gold in front of a home crowd adds an extra layer of motivation.

“I decided not to go for the Olympic trials this year just because of Year 12. It would have been a bit too hectic with my schooling because I’m still trying to do well. But I’m deﬁnitely looking towards ’ 28 and ’ 32.”

Jessica’s trajectory is a testament to dedication, resilience and the power of pursuing one’s passion. She insists, however, that none of it would have been possible without the support and guidance of those who have shaped her along the way – particularly her parents, grandparents, brother, coaches and school.

In Jessica’s eyes, she shares her success with each and every one of them, a trait that will undoubtedly bode well for this young lady’s future.

From a playful holiday mishap to standing on the world stage, her story is an inspiring reminder that with hard work and a clear vision, dreams can soar. And there is no doubt we will be cheering her on as she aims for gold.

AN AUSTRALIAN-FIRST LIGHT INSTALLATION ON K’GARI (FORMERLY FRASER ISLAND)

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heart of K’gari, exploring the island’s discovery, regeneration, and growth.

Alluring audiences with its ethereal beauty, the show will cast vibrant hues and intricate patterns across the sky, celebrating the movement, texture, and colour of K’gari as the narrative of the world’s largest sand island unfolds, leaving guests in awe of the fragile ecosystem.

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A TALE to be told

WORDS JANE STEPHENS PHOTOS LISA PEARL

SOMETIMES WRITERS START their stories in the middle. It might be unexpected and unconventional, but this way, as the storyteller lays out their tale, there is room to move in either direction, fanning out, deepening and bobbing up as the spirit moves them.

Sunshine Coast author Anne Sinclair began the writing of her sweeping ﬁrst novel, Mirikai,with an event that – ﬁve years later – ended up being smack dab in the middle of the book’s action. The writing of the novel was a labour of love, with 60 months of ups and downs, editing and recasting, but always with an eye on the end goal of producing a story that would entertain the reader and take them along for the engaging, moving and, at times, hair-raising ride.

At the age of 81, the Caloundra resident admits she did not expect to ﬁnd herself a ﬁrst-time author.

“A girlfriend of mine on the Gold Coast said she was looking at writing her story, as her parents were ageing and they had suggested it to her. With that in mind, I thought, ‘I should start one of my own because I’ve had an interesting life’. And after a U3A creative writing course, many years and lots of work, this is the result.”

Mirikai is what Anne calls “faction”, being largely but loosely based on her own life and featuring characters who shaped her life’s path. She hastens to point out she also takes some licence with dramatisation and plotlines, converting what could have been a solid autobiography into a rollicking

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adventure through life’s phases, twists and turns.

The tale follows Louise as she leaves New Zealand for a new life in Australia. A thirst for adventure and business opportunities takes her to Sydney, Western Australia, Papua New Guinea and the Gold Coast hinterland in the 1960s and 1970s.

Of course, many of her adventures and pursuits were underpinned and inﬂuenced by love interests and friendships, which together form the spine of Louise’s life and, therefore, the story’s plotline.

Anne says the way she paces the events of the story is guided partly by her own experience as a voracious reader.

“When I pick up a book, if I can’t get into it in the ﬁrst couple of chapters, I’ll toss it,” she says. “So I knew that the beginning of the book had to be something that was of interest, that would grab the reader. I also knew I had to have action, events and movement through it, and characters the reader could get to know. I could not be happier with the ﬁnal result.”

Anne says there were times when she set the book aside, but it would not let her go.

“A couple of times, I would get writer’s block and think I had stopped on the book,” she says. “But my mind had other plans: I am an insomniac and out of nowhere, in the middle of the night, an idea for a part of the story would come to me, and I would just get up and start writing well before daylight. I’d still be there when it got dark again and I would think, ‘oh gosh, it’s dark. Goodness me.’ And I would ﬁnd I had taken the book on a diﬀerent tangent.”

Anne wanted autonomy with her book and knew from early in the process she wanted to self-publish. But she also knew she needed professional help to get it into a form that was truly ready for public consumption.

She says Mirikai was vastly improved and shaped with the help of Sunshine Coast book design and editing service The Book Studio and in particular, editor Michelle Holyhead.

“After all those years, I thought I had something that didn’t need a lot of work, but without changing the story itself, Michelle made the most helpful alterations and perfected it. She could see through a reader’s eyes and made these changes and edits that made it so much more readable.

“ I am an insomniac and out of nowhere, in the middle of the night, an idea for a part of the story would come to me”

“She was brilliant and encouraging and helped bring my book to life. I am forever grateful.”

The name of the book is the same as the name of four homes Anne has lived in. It means sanctuary or a place of peace, and Anne says she has sought that balance of calm and adventure for much of her life.

She oozes personal style and her beautiful home is dotted with unique mementoes from a lifetime of travel. Her bookshelves heave with female authors such as Di Morrissey and Barbara Taylor Bradford.

Anne has been on her own since her husband Bob died 18 years ago. She has called the Sunshine Coast home for the past 17 years.

Anne would love to launch Mirikai as an audiobook to give, she says, “people who have been married for 50 years and who are travelling the open roads a story to listen to that will appeal to both of them”.

She says some initial readers have suggested the novel also screams out to be made into a ﬁlm. But for now, Anne will try to get the novel into the hands of as many people as possible while basking in the glow of its manifestation as complete after so many years of being a series of thoughts and fragments.

Mirikai - A Place of Peace by Anne Sinclair is available as a sof cover and ebook via Amazon. Books will be available for sale direct from the author from 7am-1pm at the Caloundra Street Fair in Bulcock Street on October 13 outside The BookShop.

SEA OF SMILES

WORDS & PHOTOS SHIRLEY SINCLAIR

CUE A SHORELINE of gently swaying coconut palms. Pan towards pirogue outrigger canoes plying an aquamarine lagoon. Fade into a backdrop of rare Columnar pine trees with a foreground of ﬂuorescent-coloured snorkels drifting beside a sacred rock and sarong-wearing couples at the water’s edge.

This is the stuﬀ of romance movies and the reason I will always remember my ﬁrst time.

After 25 merry romps on the high seas and seductive sojourns on some of the world’s most fascinating waterways, I believe cruises are great couple’s therapy and good for the soul.

And however brief the aﬀair, in our current economic climate, this style of holiday is the easiest, most cost-eﬀective way to ‘have it all’ when you travel – whether bargain-hunting for deals under $100 per person per night or living the high life on the high seas on a superyacht that comes complete with butler service.

CONSIDER THIS:

You take your hotel with you for the entire trip. No need to trawl booking platforms for hours to ﬁnd accommodation in each city, and you only unpack once.

This is an all-inclusive holiday. All meals, top-class entertainment and program of activities are provided, so there’s no nasty bill on debarkation. You only pay for drinks, spa treatments, shore tours, boutique purchases, internet and gratuities for staﬀ. Even then, popular cruise lines have deals including many of these, while other luxury lines may also oﬀer selected free shore excursions, as well as airfares in the one price. It’s hassle-free. No housework, cooking or even making the bed, so more time to explore and relax. Many cruise lines also can arrange transfers, as well as pre- and post-cruise hotel stays. The hardest decisions you’ll make will be how to spend your

day and what to order at dinner.

That’s why holidays at sea are also well-suited to groups of friends, families and multiple generations who can all ﬁnd their cruising sweet spot.

I’ll never forget the look of sheer joy on my mother-in-law’s face on a cruise celebrating her 80th birthday when she was surrounded by cherub-looking village children on a shore excursion on Vanuatu’s Efate Island. It brought out the little girl within who had longed to become a teacher or missionary. Throughout the trip, the crew made her feel like a queen, aﬀording her the respect and reverence her years commanded. She had the time of her life.

For my family’s ﬁrst cruise in 2003, the four of us walked up the gangway of P&O’s Paciﬁc Sky at Sydney’s Darling Harbour and into a whole new world.

The 13- and 10-year-olds quickly found their own ‘crew’ in the supervised kids’ club and enjoyed the freedom of the ship on sea days, making the most of the daily program – from ping-pong tournaments to water polo, crafts to cheese tastings. (Today’s cruise ships oﬀer everything from aqua parks and surf simulators to virtual skydiving and multi-level speedways.)

Mum and Dad were able to enjoy our own playtime with massages in the spa, café coﬀee, drinks by the pool, plus cooking demonstrations and hilarious bingo. Every night was ‘date night’: a chance to dress up, enjoy a cocktail before dinner and the occasional late-night casino ﬂurry.

Our New Caledonia and Vanuatu shore excursions took us snorkelling on coral reefs, to lookouts and lighthouses, and to a village cultural show with a smorgasbord lunch. Each day ended with an all-singing, all-dancing production in the theatre or concert in a lounge bar before the four of us headed for bed.

The smile never left our faces.

Cruising Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, Alaska

Cruising on Queen Mary II

Cruising has changed plenty in 20 years (robotic bartenders, anyone?), but the thrill remains the same. Whether waking up each morning in a thrilling new port or being surrounded by oceans of glorious nothingness, cruising really ﬂoats my boat. It has provided some of my happiest travel memories and, quite literally, given me the world.

BEFORE YOU GO:

So many choices – where do I begin? Every cruise is unique. First, decide who is cruising, how long you have to holiday and what time of year. Decide on a budget and the destinations/ports you want to visit here or abroad. Then, go online to cruise line websites for itineraries and deals. Talk to a travel agent for their suggestions to ﬁnd the right ship and cruise for you. Do you want the atmosphere and all the bells and whistles of a large ship with 3000 passengers, or would you prefer the smaller, slower vessels with less than 150 guests? Do you want spring cherry blossoms in Kyoto, summer midnight sun in Alaska, autumn in Auckland? If still unsure, maybe try a taste-tester voyage of three to ﬁve nights closer to home.

Pack smart. While casual clothing and comfortable walking shoes are a must, bring something ritzier for dinner or quirkier for theme nights. Don’t overpack. Laundry services are available

for a small fee onboard. Remember to pack a ‘go-to’ bag with a change of clothes, pool gear, medication, sunscreen and perhaps a phone charger to use before suitcases arrive at your stateroom. Package it up. Consider deals that include beverages, internet and signature restaurant meals. You may never drink in a day what the beverage package covers, but it gives you peace of mind that you won’t find a hefty drinks bill at the end. Also, most roaming and phone plans don’t include talking, texting and data while at sea. So, keep your phone in airplane mode and, if you must go online during your cruise, buy a plan or find the deal. And while I enjoy a la carte in the dining room or a casual café burger, a special meal in a signature steakhouse, French bistro, teppanyaki grill, or seafood restaurant beats the buffet hands down. Remember to book a meal time as soon as they become available online to secure your timeslot.

Shore excursion or follow your feet? If visiting a port for the first time, peruse the shore excursions program to see if your ‘must-do’ spots are included in one convenient tour at a reasonable price. Any tours that appeal also should allow free time before, during or after to get a real feel for the area and to connect with the locals. Would a hop-on, hop-off bus be a better option, for example? The ship’s own shore excursions can be expensive, but much background work has gone into each one to present passengers with unique experiences in every port, from reliable and reputable companies employing local guides. They will always get you back onboard the ship before you need to be (I’ve heard horror stories of passengers having to find their own way to the next port after literally missing the boat.) If you find similar tours at a cheaper price, make sure you research the company, read customer reviews and check tour start and end times before you commit. If you have a small group, a private minivan tour where you dictate the itinerary may be preferable.

ONCE ONBOARD:

Research and reconnaissance. Perusing deck plans can only do so much. Before the full complement of passengers has arrived, get acquainted with the ship: ﬁnd what may become your favourite bar, where restaurants and eateries are located, and the quietest spot far from the madding crowd.

It’s a marathon, not a sprint. Moderation is key. The temptation of rich, calorie-laden food and alcoholic drinks is everywhere. There’s a saying that some cruisers “come aboard as passengers and disembark as cargo”. Don’t be the cliché. Take the stairs instead of the elevators and enjoy the fresh air on open-deck walks. And if you have an early departure time for your shore excursion, a ‘morning after the night before’ hangover won’t help make the most of your tour, so have fun but not too much.

The Murray Princess

Geiranger, Norway

Cruising from Cambodia to Vietnam on the Mekong Pandaw

THIS IS OVER-50s LIVING

FROM TWO-DIMENSIONAL plans and artist impressions to three-dimensional opulence, Palm Lake Resort Pelican Waters’ savvy ﬁrst homeowners are relishing their elegant new lifestyle in this new and already award-winning over-50s lifestyle community on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.

The interest in Palm Lake Resort Pelican Waters has grown so rapidly since its recent opening that another new display residence has been unveiled.

The two-storey Avondale design will enable resort visitors to fully immerse themselves in the beauty of life at this exclusive $500-million plus address.

The Avondale design is all about a big lifestyle and maximising living spaces while staying true to the resort’s iconic Palm Springs aesthetic.

It might be that homeowners are exploring hobbies and interests that require a little more room. Or they might be planning to host visiting friends and family regularly. Either way, Avondale’s 359.25m² comprises three bedrooms, an additional multipurpose room, separate living and dining, a covered terrace oﬀ the master suite, as well as a second alfresco dining area upstairs. And with three bathrooms, there’s scope for all occupants to enjoy as much privacy as they like.

A two-car garage with dedicated golf car parking, an expansive walk-in robe oﬀ the master suite, an impressive butler’s pantry and that sleek internal elevator all add extra sparkle.

Palm Lake Resort Pelican Waters sales executive Dawn Stubbs says the Avondale display is packed full of features to oﬀer visitors a glimpse of just how sweet life can be at Palm Lake Resort Pelican Waters.

“Alongside all the physical beauty, Avondale’s smart home features make it a truly aspirational residence,” Dawn says.

The Avondale brings the number of display residences available at the resort for visitors to explore to four.

In addition to Avondale, there is the single-storey Mesquite display residence and fellow two-storey beauties, Cimarron and Ivey.

Master Builders Queensland’s independent construction industry judges recently named this Cimarron display residence the best in its category on the Sunshine Coast.

Dawn says the Ivey display residence continues to prove itself a winner among visitors, being one of the resort’s more popular designs.

“Ivey’s charm starts with its street appeal,” Dawn explains. “Curved lines, a mixture of contrasting yet coordinating textures, an attention-grabbing feature porthole window and a separate garage door for your golf car. At 370.75m², this is also luxury Palm Springs-style living at its ﬁnest.”

Alongside the growing collection of displays and ﬁnished residences, Palm Lake Resort Pelican Waters’ game-changing $42 million community facility, The Springs Country Club, is also taking shape right now.

This country club is a game changer for one main reason: no operator has been bold enough to present such an opulent, stylish and facility-laden lifestyle oﬀering in Australian over-50s resort communities before now.

At 11,200m2, The Springs Country Club will feature ﬁve exclusive precincts to cover every homeowner’s lifestyle need. The ﬁrst of these precincts, Mirador, will be open by Christmas this year.

Mirador is the resort’s wellness precinct and will feature an exclusive Milon gymnasium, yoga and reformer Pilates studios, a heated indoor pool and spa, his and hers saunas, steam rooms, Vichy showers and a private locker room.

There will also be four pickleball courts completed as part of the construction team’s ‘Christmas present’ to excited homeowners. The balance of the country club project is scheduled to be completed by Easter 2025.

Visit the new Avondale display residence and explore Palm Lake Resort Pelican Waters by booking a private inspection on 1800 490 626. The Sales Information Centre is open seven days a week, from 9am to 4.30pm.

Luke Shanahan

Principal solicitor, Shanahan Family Law

What do you do?

I’m the principal solicitor of Shanahan Family Law. I guess I am an advisor and a problem solver at heart. I take great pride in helping people tackle their issues and guiding them from distress to a place of confidence and happiness.

What would you do if you weren’t in your current career?

With a strong creative streak, I’d probably be an inventor. I enjoy conceptualising new and improved ways of doing things and am always looking for ways to innovate.

When you have visitors, where do you take them to show of our beautiful region?

There are so many fantastic spots to choose from! I enjoy taking visitors for a swim at one of our pristine beaches, grabbing lunch at Ocean View Estates near Mount Mee, or treating them to gelato at Bulcock Beach.

What is your favourite restaurant on the Sunshine Coast?

That’s a tough call because we have so many great restaurants. Some of my top picks are the exotic Spirit House in Yandina, the charming Pomona Distilling Co., and the stylish Bottarga in the new city centre.

Ocean View E ates

What is your favourite meal?

Chateaubriand or any dish featuring lamb – both are absolutely top-notch.

What is your favourite song?

This Christmas by Donny Hathaway. It perfectly captures the spirit of my favourite time of year.

What is your favourite shop in the region?

I really enjoy the shops in Montville, especially the art gallery and the quirky store with the cuckoo clocks.

What is your most prized possession?

I don’t place much importance on material possessions. What I truly value is my wife, my daughters and my family. They are my rock. I also value my health, time (since it’s finite), memorable moments, a positive mindset, seizing opportunities, a sense of humour and maintaining a spiritual connection.

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Clock Shop

Who inspires you?

Roger Federer, for my love of tennis; Arnold Schwarzenegger, for his remarkable attitude towards life and achieving goals; and my daughters, who inspire me to be my best self and constantly strive for improvement.

Roger

Federer

White Chri mas

What are you most looking forward to at the moment?

I’m really looking forward to our family trip to Europe this December. It will be my wife and daughters’ first time, and we’re planning a magical white Christmas, complete with visits to enchanting European Christmas markets.

What are you reading now?

I’m currently reading Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara. It’s an inspirational story about a New York restaurateur who made it his mission to create extraordinary experiences and exceed expectations. I highly recommend it.

What was the best day of your life?

The day I married my best friend, cheerleader and rock, Amanda. We had a small, intimate wedding on a secluded beach on Magnetic Island, surrounded by family and close friends. Dancing and laughing under a full moon created an unforgettable evening.

What do you miss most about the Sunshine Coast when you are not home?

The people. We have an incredible community here on the Sunshine Coast. The beaches may have drawn me here, but it’s the people who make this place home and who have inspired me to raise our daughters here.

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a dedicated focus on Family Law, she brings a wealth of expertise to the role of parenting coordinator. A parenting coordinator helps separated or divorced parents sort out disagreements about their kids. They do this by:

1. Mediating discussions between parents.

2. Making sure court orders about the children are followed.

3. Provide guidance on co-parenting.

4. May make decisions if needed.

5. Oversee the implementation of parenting plans over time and report any non-compliance or violations to the court as necessary.

They’re different from regular family lawyers because they focus specifically on helping parents work together better for the children’s benefit.

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Recline in your favourite chair with one of these beauties.

FROM THE WILD

Heidi Merika | Murdoch Books | $50

Heidi Merika is a Sunshine Coast naturopath and medical herbalist, who is passionate about wild medicinal and nutritional plants. She runs regular workshops on foraging and using wild plants, and has had enormous success with her previous book, Wildcraf. This stunning new book is bursting with information and resources, ofering a simple, nature-based approach to health and wellbeing. There is an extensive guide to herbs, their properties and their uses in cooking and home remedies. This book will inspire you to “get out there” and forage for delicious, health-giving plants, and get creative in the kitchen and home. There are around 100 recipes celebrating wild food, with detailed instructions on how to make the most of your produce, along with recipes and information on making your own infused oils, creams and gels. This is a beautifully published, comprehensive companion for those who wish to live more fully in nature.

Book giveaway

Thanks to Annie’s Books on Peregian, we have a copy of From The Wild to give away. For your chance to win this prize, head to saltmagazine.com.au and click on the ‘win’ tab to enter

LET’S COOK: FUN, EASY RECIPES FOR KIDS

Buddy Oliver | Penguin Books | $45

The world fell in love with Jamie Oliver when The Naked Chef hit the shelves in 1999, and he began a stellar career in television. At this early age, he already had a wealth of cooking experience and just had the right personality to become a massive hit in the genre of reality television. Buddy Oliver was born into a foodie family, where cooking was the main business, and good, healthy family food was a life focus. So we really shouldn’t be surprised to see this new cookbook from 13-year-old Buddy, who has been cooking with his dad since he was three years old. Buddy’s television show Cooking Buddies has been a huge success, as has his YouTube channel. Let’s Cook is a collection of Buddy’s favourite recipes, the things he loves to cook and to eat Pasta is a favourite, along with some ver y tasty breakfast and brunch ideas. Let’s Cook teaches good, basic skills, and there are more than 60 recipes, including snacks and sweet treats.

TALES FROM MUGGLESWICK WOOD

Vicky Cowie & illustrated by Charlie Mackesy | Bloomsbury | $40 Christmas always brings wonderful new books, particularly for children, and this year, Tales from Muggleswick Wood will be one of the top picks. This is a treasur y of five stories, perfect for bedtime and suitable for all ages. The stories are sweet and gentle, full of magic, fun and adventure, and are reminiscent of the much-loved classics Peter Rabbit and Winnie-the-Pooh. What makes this book even more special are the illustrations by Charlie Mackesy, who has had such tremendous success with his book The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse. If you are searching for a ver y special gif for a birth, christening, birthday or any occasion, this is a book that will be enjoyed by many generations into the future

JUICE

Tim Winton (October release) | Penguin Books | $50

To me, there are few writers who pack a power punch like Tim Winton, author of such masterpieces as Cloudstreet, Breath and The Shepherd’s Hut. Tim lives in Western Australia, where many of his thirty books are set This new novel Juice is next-level Tim Winton. Tim is passionate about conser vation and our place in the world’s landscapes, and in this novel he has shared his own fears for the years to come. The stor y opens sometime in the future, with an unnamed man and young girl running from danger, seeking safety in a stark and terrifying Australian landscape, where living above ground has become hazardous, and the countr y is filled with desperate people using all possible means to sur vive. They encounter a man hiding alone in a disused mine site, suspicious of these strangers and ever yone else. He demands to know the stor y of how they had sur vived and how they found him – and this stor y is the crux of the novel. It’s a fascinating and terrifying tale – and a totally believable one. As always, Tim paints the Australian landscape like nobody else – its beauty, majesty and fragility. He also captures the humanity of his characters, the moral dilemmas they face, and the price they pay to stand up for their beliefs. This is a big, wild ride of a novel. Tim Winton at his absolute best

RECIPE TIN EATS – TONIGHT

Nagi Maehashi | Pam Macmillan | $50

Despite being a reasonable cook, I have never been a big buyer of cookbooks. I sometimes use Mr Google, but more ofen draw on the things I have cooked over the years and my mother’s recipes from her life. But, I was given a copy of RecipeTin Eats Dinner about a year ago, and I cook at least one or two recipes each week from that book RecipeTin Eats Dinner won the overall Book of the Year for 2023 from the Australian Booksellers Association, and I can easily see why. So, of course, we are ver y excited that Nagi is publishing RecipeTin Eats Tonight in October. These are dinners you can cook when you get home, with minimal preparation and Nagi’s reliable and informative style. The recipes are many and varied, and there will be much to suit any taste and ability. There is a great deal to know about Nagi and her life and her philanthropy, and you will find this information in both books. This will be the most popular cookbook this Christmas.

Book reviews by Annie’s Books on Peregian, 8 Kingfisher Drive, Peregian Beach. 5448 2053 or anniesbooksonperegian.com.au

SHINING BRIGHT

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RUM IS TO Queensland what wine is to South Australia –the respective states’ drink of choice.

Queenslanders drink roughly double the national average volume of rum, and it largely has to do with the state’s historical relationship to alcohol production and taxes.

By 1869, there were six licensed operational rum distilleries in Queensland, largely centred around sugarcane growing areas. Today, Australia’s most popular rum by a long shot is Queensland rum, with more than three million bottles sold every year.

Dark rum, like Bundy, has been an enduring Queensland favourite, but consumers’ palates have become more sophisticated over time, and punters are now thirsting for more premium rums. And niche producers, such as the Sunshine Coast’s very own Nil Desperandum, are meeting that demand with aplomb.

Nil Desperandum, which literally means ‘no worries’ in Latin, is the rum brand of multi-award-winning distillery Sunshine & Sons at Woombye, just a few doors down from the revamped Big Pineapple. It’s open to the public for tastings and other tours and experiences (salt recommends the popular cocktail-making masterclass) every day from 10am until sunset.

In May this year, Sunshine & Son’s Original Vodka was declared the World’s Best Botanical Vodka by the World Drinks Awards (beating rivals France and England). In the same international competition, its certiﬁed organic rum brand, Nil Desperandum, won gold for its Botanical Rum in the World Rum Awards division.

And in August, Nil Desperandum took out the Best Rum Trophy at the 2024 Distilled Spirits Awards in Melbourne for its limited-edition dark rum, The Double Ton. Only 169 bottles were produced. The winning drop was pot-distilled and aged for three years in barrels emptied of bourbon and sherry. The rum was the ﬁrst batch from a 200-litre barrel and

was available to members of The 1871 Club, where members get to access exclusive releases.

The Coast’s most-awarded distillery also scooped the prize pool in what co-founder and chief imagineer Matt Hobson describes as Australia’s most prestigious spirits awards.

The boutique distillery was up against more than 860 entries from 219 competitors and incredibly all 12 entries (made by Sunshine and Sons/Nil Desperandum) had a podium ﬁnish – two gold, seven silver and three bronze.

Head judge Shaun Byrne told salt there were 69 entries in the rum category, which was judged by a panel of four judges over two days.

“For Nil Desperandum to come out on top shows the quality of their product and passion for the category.”

As Matt says, “This latest achievement cements our reputation as Australia’s ﬁnest rum, giving rum lovers further proof we are the country’s most-awarded rum brand, and we couldn’t be prouder of our head distiller Adam Chapman and team”.

Matt declared it was time for an Australian rum, particularly with its long history of sugarcane production, to be considered one of the world’s best rums, and that’s what Nil Desperandum was striving towards.

“We use techniques, which have very rarely been used in Australia,” he says.

The molasses, which Nil Desperandum uses to craft its rums, is from organic-certiﬁed sugar cane grown in rich red volcanic Queensland soil. That molasses is wild fermented and we use rain-harvested Woombye water, dunder and muck.

Dunder is eﬀectively a waste stream from distillation, which Matt maintains most Australian distilleries let go to waste.

“We use that dunder, which has no alcohol but is rich in minerals and aroma and taste,” says Matt.

“Then we add muck, which comes from the breakdown of

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organic subtropical Sunshine Coast fruits.

“We allow those fruits to putrify within the liquid dunder, and that creates, at a molecular level, aromas and ﬂavours.”

The fermentation is driven by the subtropical environment, which Matt says allows the brand to really speak of a rum with “terroir” (a French word used to describe the complete natural environment in which a particular wine is produced, including factors such as the soil, topography and climate).

What sets Nil Desperandum apart from commercial rum brands is that its rums are unadulterated – nil added laboratory cultured yeast; nil added sugar; and nil colouring, caramels or glycerine and other compounds, which are widely used in the production of rum.

Matt says consumers are “excited” by the ﬂavour of their rum.

“I’ll describe it as delicious, as that’s the comment most of our customers use. And unlike many other Australian rums, it’s very comfortable being consumed neat or over ice.”

Connoisseurs take note, the two gold medals from the recent national spirits awards were for limited edition rums (The Buﬀalo Barrel and The Double Ton) crafted for Nil Desperandum’s members-only rum club, The 1871 Club. Matt says an annual subscription would make the perfect Christmas present for rum lovers this year.

“We release ﬁve limited-edition rums each year, and our club members each receive one bottle of those,” says Matt.

For more information about Nil Desperandum and The 1871 Club visit nildesperandum.com.au/the-1871-club/

SUNNY COASTERS SAVE THE DATE

Saturday, November 2 is the distiller y’s annual RumFire event to celebrate Queensland Rum Day. Held at Sunshine & Sons, the massive bonfire and celebration of all things rum is set to start in the afernoon and continue into the evening. The kid-friendly local event will bring together a warming blend of music, local food, entertainment and of course, rum! Follow Sunshine & Sons on social media (Facebook and Instagram) for event updates.

Cocktail hour

Nothing says spring better than a refreshing gin and tonic or gin cocktail. Sunshine & Sons continually brings out new ‘fresh gins’ – smallbatch, limited-edition gins only available at the distiller y door or online. Be sure to pop in regularly over spring to discover exciting new releases.

The current Citrus Ten is incredibly popular, made from 10 diferent citrus fruits on the Coast : Tahitian, kafir and Rangpur limes; Lisbon lemon, Seville orange, Honey Murcott mandarin, Yuzu, white and pink pomelo and cumquat

This aromatic contemporar y gin with a delicious citrus oil finish is perfect with tonic water or tr y this refreshing Citrus Gin Spritz.

• 30ml Citrus Ten Gin

• 15ml sugar syrup

• 100ml chilled soda water

• 100ml prosecco

Combine all ingredients in an ice-filled glass, stir gently to maintain the fizz and garnish.

What: Christmas Actually

When: December 19, 7.30pm

Where: The Events Centre

Tickets: $30-$59*

Bookings: theeventscentre. com.au or call the box ofice on 5491 4240.

*Booking fees may apply.

BRILLIANT & BRIGHT

WORDS NICOLE FUGE

YOU KNOW THE MOVIE. You know the songs. And now, you can sing along.

Christmas Actually – the music of Love Actually live on stage – is coming to The Events Centre Caloundra this December, and it promises to be the ultimate silly-season starter. This ﬁve-star festive spectacle, created by The Little Red Company, boasts an all-star cast led by Australian cabaret icon Libby O’Donovan OAM, who is sure to deliver an unforgettable performance.

“Christmas Actually is an endlessly fun and festive show that brings together all of the fabulous songs from the iconic soundtrack of the Christmas cult classic, Love Actually,” she says. “From The Beatles, The Pointer Sisters, Kelly Clarkson, Santana, Norah Jones, Joni Mitchell, The Beach Boys, Otis Redding, and of course Mariah Carey’s unconquerable Christmas smash hit, you will be singing, swaying and sleighing along all night.

“Christmas Actually features a full live band, a host of incredible singers and we even let it snow.”

The atmosphere of a live show is always great, but there is something about Christmas that always brings an extra touch of magic. It’s no wonder the cast lights up on stage, and that’s even without their tinsel-tastic costumes.

“When people go out to celebrate around Christmas time, there is a wonderful, joyous energy everywhere,” Libby says. “This time often signiﬁes the end of a jam-packed year, the hope for a brilliant and bright new year and that magical place in between, where there seems to be endless celebrations, togetherness and nostalgia.

“Performing at Christmas time is ﬁlled with joy.”

For the past two decades, Love Actually has been a Christmas tradition for many, and while its creators undoubtedly feel the pressure, this stage show has built a fan base of its own.

“At each show, I meet people who have been watching the movie every year since it first came out,” Libby says. “Now, generations of people love this film and the songs that make the soundtrack. It is truly so much fun performing Christmas Actually to rooms full of people who love the movie, as they know every lyric to every song and definitely keep me on my toes.

“Of course, in every audience, there are always a few people who have never seen the movie before, and I love those people so much because they are always the ones who are up on their feet chanting for more when it’s over.”

One thing is certain: this isn’t just another holiday show. It’s an experience that encapsulates the essence of Christmas.

Don’t miss out on your tickets – just like Santa himself, this show is in town for one night only. So grab your partner, gather your friends and treat yourselves. Be part of this spectacular event that promises to be the highlight of your holiday season.

The Events Centre has a packed program of events for the remainder of 2024, and 2025 is set to be even bigger. What’s coming up

October 19: Marcia Hines, Still Shining, The 50th Anniversary Concert Tour

October 23: Abbie Chatfield, The Trauma Dump Tour

October 26: Toni Childs, Retrospective

November 9: Lee Kernaghan, Boys from the Bush

November 22: Katie Noonan and Karin Schaupp, Songs of the Southern Skies Volume 2

December 20: Daryl Braithwaite in concert

February 13: John Williamson, 55 Years – My Travellin’ Days Are Done!

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The

NOSH news

IN THIS BEAUTIFUL spring edition, we have plenty of pages full of delicious foodie pics and stories for you to enjoy, as well as what’s hot in food and beverages, produce, products and venues.

Spring brings new things, and I am so excited to announce there are new owners at the iconic Fairhill Native Botanic Gardens and Nursery, Yandina. Fairhill Nursery now boasts a fabulous new vibe, new menu and new hours. Keep an eye on our socials for all the details.

Another buzz about town is the newly opened Meadow Bake Shop on the corner of Stevens Street at Yandina. Trust me, you’ll love, love, love their mouthwatering pastries and menu.

Another newbie is The Baycrest Mooloolaba – a new Hong Kong-Asian fusion restaurant located on the Mooloolaba Esplanade. Then pop into Wat Den whisky and cocktail bar afterwards. Wat Den is an elegant destination whisky and tequila bar located in the bustling heart of Mooloolaba, unique to the Sunshine Coast with a signature cigar lounge theme.

Meanwhile, new Pier 33 chef Murray Paterson and team have relaunched with an exquisite food and beverage menu you will love. Also, say hola to Laura at Estancia Maria and Argentinian Wine Bar, nestled in the heart of Coolum Beach.

Check out my pic of the delicious Mooloolaba prawns at The Boat Shed! Relax as you watch the boats, paddle boarders, kayakers and swimmers or soak up the magical sunsets. I recommend dining here for lunch and dinner (late lunches are my favourite) or pop in for tapas and drinks on the front lawn, open all afternoon until close.

Martin Duncan AKA the ‘Sunshine Coast Foodie’ has a passion for showcasing the Sunshine Coast’s restaurants, cafés, producers and products. He is a former chef and restaurateur, and a true connector of people in food agribusiness, including the plant nursery and hospitality industries. Martin’s other passion is Sconetime – a wonderful opportunity for older people, along with their carers, companions and family, to establish social connections and come together with other people from the community over scones.

The Green at Tanawha cafe has had a makeover! It’s been two and a half years since Natalie and Dimitri took over management of the idyllic nine-hole, par-three golf course, and they have been in a state of non-stop improvement ever since. The new cafe ﬁtout means we can now enjoy their culinary delights. Think smoked pork ciabatta sandwiches with caramelised fennel, seasonal harvest bowl salads and lemonscented myrtle and pistachio gluten-free biscuits. Yum!

Psst put these events in your diary:

Sunshine Coast Hinterland Writers Festival, October 11-13. As part of this festival, you’ll love our Sconeversations event in Nambour, which will include Montville Coﬀee, cookbook authors, yours truly, salt editor Ingrid Nelson, and, of course, scones.

Also, don’t miss the Glasshouse Country Farm trail on October 12 and 13 (glasshousecountryfarmtrail.com.au). I look forward to sharing more great stories about our artisan producers and Sunshine Coast foodies in future editions.

Until next time, bon appetit!

SunshineYour

MARTIN DUNCAN

Australians love cofee, so much so they drink more than six billion cups a year! Highquality cofee can be sustainably grown in Australia, including right here on the Sunshine Coast, but more than 99.5 per cent of the cofee we drink is brought in from overseas.

GLASSHOUSE PLANTATION wants to help change that by ofering cofee lovers the chance to taste specialty cofees grown around Australia that will soon include their own. The team has planted 5000 Arabica cofee trees in the heart of the Glasshouse Mountains and is about to start the first harvest. On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, you can visit Glasshouse Plantation, take a guided tour of the cofee farm, indulge in a cofee tasting board showcasing the terroir of Australian cofee and enjoy a light brunch/lunch menu in the farm café. Architecturally designed, the outdoor dining deck of the 110-year-old restored farmhouse overlooks the cofee plantation and the Glasshouse Mountains and is a great place to relax and reconnect with nature.

Glasshouse Plantation is at 122 Glass House-Woodford Road, Glass House Mountains. 0419 663 404 or glasshouseplantation.com.au

COFFEE

Enjoy stunning views of Pumicestone Passage out to Bribie Island and on to Bulcock Beach while enjoying premium cuisine at ACQUA RESTAURANT AND BAR. With an ofering of quality steaks, a great selection of seafood and many other modern dishes, they have something to please everyone. Their extensive wine and cocktail selection make Acqua a great place to relax and have a couple of drinks while taking in the ocean views. They are open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, so why not pop in, have a drink, try one of their lovely meals, and let their friendly staf look afer you.

Acqua Restaurant and Bar is at the corner of The Esplanade and Otranto Avenue, Caloundra. Phone 5492 8155. acquarestaurant.com.au

OPEN 7 DAYS FROM 6AM TILL LATE

Found in a quiet corner of Peregian Square, PERIWINKLE RESTAURANT ofers French and Mediterranean cuisine for lunch and dinner. Led by the passion and expertise of owner and head chef Frank Boulay, Periwinkle Restaurant delivers the romantic and artisan approach to food found only in French food. Featuring local seafood, seasonal produce and ingredients sourced from the finest producers in Australia, the menus showcase an interpretation of classic French dishes with unmistakable Italian and Australian touches. Periwinkle’s wine list also boasts heavy French and Italian influences, featuring champagne and wines from some of the best regions in Europe. The decor is inspired by the simplicity of European summers spent by the ocean, with splashes of blue in the alfresco dining space that welcomes the fresh ocean air.

Periwinkle Restaurant is at 2/216 David Low Way, Peregian Beach. periwinklerestaurant.com.au

ESTANCIA MARIA is an Argentinian wine bar nestled in the heart of Coolum Beach. Laura and the team have been sharing their culture with great food and wine for just over six months. Argentina has some of the best wines in the world and Estancia Maria’s team is happy to ofer more than 40 South American wines. You can also try Argentinian street food (which is amazing!) and high-quality crafed cocktails. This proudly women-run-and-operated wine bar has some of the friendliest staf in town. Pop in to experience great vibes and authentic delicious delights.

Estancia Maria is at 5/1806 David Low Way, Coolum Beach. 0449 191 427 or estanciamaria.com.au

BOTTARGA RESTAURANT in Maroochydore is a modern Italian restaurant featuring handmade pasta, ravioli, Neapolitan style pizza, line-caught fish and grass-fed beef and chefs using fresh local produce from small producers around the Sunshine Coast. However, it’s not all about pizza and pasta. There are other treasures on the menu. Finish your lunch or dinner with a flourless chocolate cake with Amarena cherries and mascarpone, or stick with a traditional tantalising tiramisu. There is also a wide range of spirits and great wine from Italy, France and Australia.

Bottarga Restaurant is at 1 Mundoo Boulevard, Maroochydore. 5443 8304 or bottargarestaurant.com.au

You’ll love the vibe and food at THE SURF CLUB MOOLOOLABA

Chef Nick Lockyer and team are smashing out great food on all levels, with panoramic views of the Mooloolaba beachfront and a focus on fresh seafood. Enjoy freshly shucked oysters, salt and pepper calamari or sit out on their deck with a bucket of Mooloolaba prawns, hot chippies and refreshing beverage –magic! Upstairs, Bayview Bar & Bites restaurant amps it up a bit with white linen tablecloths and cracking lunch and dinner specials. Try their crispy duck confit with roasted speck, white and green bean medley and trufle pea purée. Oh my, yum! The team will keep you entertained at The Surf Club Mooloolaba with rafles, member’s draws, live music, special events and more.

The Surf Club Mooloolaba is at 1 The Esplanade, Mooloolaba. 5444 1300 or thesurfclub.com.au

If you’re looking for a dining experience that ticks all the boxes, wander down to your local beach bar. COTTON TREE BEACH BAR AND KINGS BEACH BAR are renowned for their sensational menus, ultimate waterfront views, cocktails to please and the best Sunny Coast vibes around. These two venues are designed to promote an authenticity with their food and service, where their hospitality heroes make you feel like part of the family, and you can leave feeling that warm satisfaction of a person who’s had their cake and eaten it, too. Breaky, lunch and dinner are served up daily and the kitchen is open all day through. Lunch at 3pm? No worries. Spend the day with your crew around the best share plates in town; delightfully creamy honey-baked brie, warm marinated olives with hummus and sourdough and fish tacos with mahi mahi and tomatillo salsa are among the favourites. From sunrise to sunset, it’s great food, great views and great brews every time at The Beach Bars.

Kings Beach Bar, 1/8 Levuka Avenue, Kings Beach. Cotton Tree Beach Bar, Shop 2, Essence, 13-15 The Esplanade, Cotton Tree. thebeachbars.com.au

Introducing Lea and Robert Dodd of ROSETTA BOOKS. They are serving Sunshine Coast Roasters cofee from 8am, plus biscof biscuits, carrot cake, orange and cardamom almond cake, chocolate orange almond cake and mini cupcakes. Their iconic bookshop has been in operation since 2001 and has established a strong reputation as a destination bookstore among locals and visitors alike, winning numerous community/business awards. The Rosetta Books team strive to be your one-stop shop for all your reading needs. The shop also stocks a range of cards, stationery, gifs, games and puzzles. The carefully curated selection of books, from classics to bestsellers, will keep you entertained and informed. There is also a wide selection of books for children to help your little ones explore the world of reading.

You will love relaxing at THE BOWER TREE. With five dining experiences on ofer, four beverage outlets, function facilities, kids and youth room and a gaming lounge, there is something for everyone. Have you taken the lif to Level 1? A dedicated events centre awaits. Rest assured, your guests will experience a seamless journey from the car park to the function level. With versatile function spaces accommodating anywhere from 12 to 450 people, your guests will revel in comfort and ample space. Did you hear the breaking news? Café Rubia is online. An online takeaway menu is now available. Order from home and collect your food and beverage from Café Rubia – breakfast, lunch and dinner, including delicious pizzas are available. Tuesday pizza night special in Arrow’s Bistro is a must-try with $18 pizzas (member’s price). To make the night even better, the Group $10K Club Member’s Draw is back, where one lucky member could pocket the jackpot in cash. T&Cs apply.

The Bower Tree is at 10 Courage Street, Sippy Downs. Phone 5450 4288 or thebowertree.com.au

Rosetta Books is at 30 Maple Street, Maleny. 5435 2134 or rosettabooks.com.au

LA FABBRICA DELLA FARINA is bringing a slice of Italy to the Sunshine Coast. Dany, Daniela, and the culinary maestro, Chef Alessandro, have combined their passion for Italy to create a unique dining experience. Their signature focaccia, crafed with the finest ingredients, is a must-try. The dough for their Roman-style pizza, known for its distinctive square-style slices, has been proofed for 72 hours to achieve its perfect texture. The menu ofers a delightful variety, with up to 16 diferent flavour combinations available each day. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or simply looking for a delicious meal, this authentic Italian gem is worth a visit. Find them at Sunshine Plaza. sunshineplaza.com

Lea & Robert Dodd

Craving a taste of Vietnam? Look no further than MOCHA MELODY at Sunshine Plaza. This delightful café brings the authentic flavours of the bustling streets to our local shores. Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and savoury with their mouthwatering bánh mì, crafed with fresh ingredients and traditional recipes. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a delectable range of Vietnamese pastries and cakes. And, of course, no visit is complete without a rich, aromatic Merlo cofee to complement your meal.

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You’ll love the chic vintage decor and plush Chesterfield lounges at CHEW CHEW BISTRO AT THE SHED PALMWOODS. Chew Chew Bistro is a licensed bistro ofering delicious breakfasts until 11.30am and sensational lunches five days a week. They have a range of decadent house-made cakes and pastries on ofer, as well as their fabulous freshly brewed cofee. The Bistro is also available for functions of up to 80 people. Their retail space is a feast for the eyes, with upmarket vintage and new homewares, jewellery, gif lines, sof furnishings and art. This venue has become a favourite with visitors and locals as you can enjoy a drink (or two) while you enjoy the unique ambience of shopping and dining by the tracks. Open 7.30am-4pm Wednesday to Sunday. Their retail space is open 9am-4pm.

The Shed Palmwoods, 3 to 5 Main Street, Palmwoods. 5479 6603 or theshedsca.com.au

Nestled on the Noosa River, NOOSA BOATHOUSE is your gateway to an extraordinary waterfront foodie experience. First up, pay a visit to the Little Boaty Cofee Bar and their renowned fish and chip takeaway window right on the front deck. Discover a culinary journey across three levels – a chic 120-seat bistro on the ground floor with a menu brimming with seasonal, locally sourced produce. Heads up, their adaptable River Room function space on the middle level is perfect for any celebration, and the breezy sunset bar serving sublime cocktails and awesome bar snacks on the top deck is so worthy of visiting! You will love their daily lunch and dinner specials, including wine.

Noosa Boathouse is at 194 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville. 5440 5070 or noosaboathouse.com.au

Introducing Karen Crawford and Jason Coolen at the EUDLO GENERAL STORE, who are rocking out Clandestino Organic Cofee, homemade cakes, pies and pastries baked daily. Chefs Darryl Vandenberg and Jason are on the pans, creating sublime breakfast and lunches showcasing local produce. Psst their scones are amazing! Their gourmet pies alone are worthy of a drive out into our beautiful Sunshine Coast Hinterland. You’ll also find fresh produce, local cheeses, salami and sourdough. Plus, they are licensed with boutique wines and craf beer.

Eudlo General Store is at 9-11 Rosebed Street, Eudlo. facebook.com/eudlogeneralstore

Hooray! Spring is here, and Lani Johannsen, owner of TJ’S COFFEE CORNER, is rocking out cofee and fresh pastries. You’ll find tj’s cofee corner located in (but independent from) Cycle Zone bike store on Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba. You’ll get a fabulous cofee, plus Lani has got a little something for everyone – those with a sweet tooth can choose from a selection of delectable Byron Bay cookies, protein balls and pastries. You can enjoy your hot cup of joe comfortably on the cushioned chairs while your partner browses the bike store or grab and go your cofee, as it’s only a two-minute walk to Mooloolaba Beach. And bonus, pets are more than welcome; Lani even caters to your four-legged friends with puppyccinos and heart-shaped pumpkin dog treats.

tj’s cofee corner is at 17-19 Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba. @tjscofeecorner on Instagram and Facebook

Karen Crawford & Jason Coolen

RELISH RESTAURANT at Noosa Springs Golf and Spa Resort ofers a delightful dining experience with a fresh, new menu crafed each season by head chef Graham Waddell. Focusing on local and Australian produce, the lunch special allows diners to choose between an entrée and main or main and dessert paired with a glass of wine for $45 or without wine for $38. The generous serving sizes, coupled with the option of indoor or outdoor dining overlooking the golf course and gardens, make it a perfect place to relax. The lunch special includes dishes such as crispy squid with green papaya salad, tom yum mayo dip, house-made gnocchi with roast pumpkin, goat curd, pepitas, walnuts, rocket, the dish of the day and the sticky tofee pudding with vanilla poached pears and ice-cream – it’s hard to decide which dishes to choose.

Relish is at Links Drive, Noosa Heads. 5440 3317 or noosasprings.com.au/dining

Drop an anchor at THE DOCK for great food, memorable moments, and spectacular Mooloolah River vie ws. From fresh seafood to hearty pub classics, every dish is crafed with care and seasonal ingredients. Craving a juicy steak, zesty salad or rich risotto? The Dock has you covered. Don’t miss their weekly food specials from Monday to Wednesday, including $6 bug sliders every Tuesday. Enjoy delicious food with live music on Friday nights and Sunday afernoons. The Dock is where locals come for the food and stay for the view and vibe!

The Dock is at 123 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba. 5293 7780 or wharfmooloolaba.com.au/experiences/the-dock-mooloolaba/

FLAVOUR fusion

WHEN YOU THINK of an ideal day out dining on the Sunshine Coast, what do you picture? One visit to Noosa’s Park & Cove will bring that vision to life.

Nestled in Noosa’s headlands, this sunny coastal kitchen has been crafting a dining experience that captures the quintessential coastal lifestyle – and now, their new menu is ready to take its ties to the land to new heights.

Led by third-generation Noosa local chef Andrew Wilcox, Park & Cove harnesses the power of local ingredients, creating a dining experience that reﬂects the region’s rich produce, as well as the ebbs and ﬂows of the changing seasons.

This September, as we leave winter behind, the Park & Cove team is delighted to bring new courses to the table, featuring standouts of rich Tamworth lamb and Mooloolaba prawn linguine entrées, ricotta gnocchi and tender market ﬁsh mains, topped with sweet new additions to the dessert selection, including coconut and kaﬃr rice pudding.

Each novel dish celebrates seasonal produce, local origins, and innovative ﬂavour fusions. Nothing makes a meal more memorable than the heart, soul, and consideration carved into its creation. Park & Cove’s ethos is about seeing the value in the dish beyond the end product – it is about excelling all parts that make the sum whole.

The entrée selection features ﬁve distinct plates boasting vibrant and fresh ﬂavours. With unique textural experiences, the entrées invite the palate to indulge, marvel and delight, each dish cleverly curated to mix seasonal greens and powerful proteins to showcase the simple pleasures of quality ingredients.

The market ﬁsh crudo elevated with a slice of heat in jalapeños, rich sweetness in papaya and seasoned with holy basil and myrtle oil, is the deﬁnition of balance.

Notes of sweetness continue to shine through the Mooloolaba prawn linguine, complemented with sharp hits of chilli, garlic and parmesan.

Known for their size, sweetness, and strong texture, ox heart tomatoes take centre stage in one particular entrée dish, sourced regionally from Noosa Reds. Paired with fluffy, fine stracciatella, zucchini flowers and seasonal beans, this colourful array embodies the freshness of the produce found across the menu.

Deemed one of the more delicate varieties, K’gari spanner

crab, found oﬀ the pristine island, oﬀers a decadently sweet and succulent seafood experience, made complete with blood orange, fennel, ver jus and coastal herbs.

Meanwhile, the Tamworth lamb combines a rich explosion of hearty protein paired with the stark tang of pickled beets, sweet Davidson plum and an accoutrement of parsnip crisps to add a desirable crunch.

Taking the signature main selection and propelling it into the new season, Park & Cove has continued the essence of the main dishes with a mix of market ﬁsh, ricotta, sirloin, pork belly and tofu options. The feasts are elevated with new sauces, sides, toppings and ﬁnishing touches.

Sourced from local waters, the market ﬁsh features Noosa’s seasonal catch as its centrepiece, surrounded by a delectable bed

of ﬂuﬀy herb mash, oyster mushrooms and topped with sweet sugar snaps to create a hearty signature staple.

Next on the main course menu is the ricotta gnocchi. Soft pillows of gnocchi are combined in a textural symphony of fresh vegetables and tangy undertones, topped with a zesty red capsicum and lemon sauce.

Perfectly marbled, the premium Kilcoy beef sirloin will melt in the mouth, a main desired for the tenderness of its cut. Grilled spring onions, chimichurri and pickled qukes adorn the dish to add seasoning and sophistication.

Known for its ethical farming practices, the farm of the same name supplies the Piggy in the Middle pork belly main. Enhancing the flavours through various cooking techniques, the high-quality pork cut is amplified with a flavoursome parsnip puree and mustard cress dressing.

For those seeking a delicious vegetarian alternative, Park & Cove’s silken tofu is front and centre to take guests’ breath away. With a soft, smooth and creamy consistency, the tofu takes on the ﬂavour of its surroundings, absorbing hints of lemon myrtle salsa verde, greens and sesame avocado.

The key ingredients for the dessert menu are sourced across Queensland, from the far north all the way to the southeast coast, with the dining experience ending on a delightfully local and indulgent note.

The signature Daintree melting moment cements its position

on the dessert course. Derived from chocolate sourced in the Daintree region, this complex, rich sweet owes its texture to its unique environment to deliver guests an exceptionally smooth chocolate product. Its buttery texture is what drives the inspiration behind the name, forming a melting moment you’ll remember for many meals to come.

A fresh new addition to the dessert menu is the cinnamon myrtle crème brulée. With sandpaper ﬁg ice-cream adding a decidedly sweet ﬂavour, this complex dessert is the perfect end to an extravagant dining experience.

The coconut and kaﬃr lime rice pudding is another delight with its smooth, creamy base, cutting through the decadence with papaya strawberries and mandarin river mint sorbet to refresh the senses.

For a native tropical dessert, the beloved sticky pineapple tamarind pudding offers a pop of zest to the menu, a masterful balance of fresh fruity flavour harmonised with the smooth profiles of vanilla Chantilly.

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DELECTABLE views & bites

NESTLED ALONG THE esplanade, with stunning river views, Cotton Tree Beach Bar is one of those places you visit not only for the delicious, fresh food but for the beautiful ambience and atmosphere.

Known for their super friendly service and relaxed, chilled vibe, it’s obvious the staﬀ have been hand-picked to ensure you have a great experience from start to ﬁnish, which was certainly the case during our recent visit.

The Beach Bar’s story began in 2018 when two local guys, Jonny and Gavin, stumbled across a beachfront opportunity at Kings Beach and recognised the great potential.

Their vision continued to unfold as they created another great beachside dining experience in 2022, this time at Cotton Tree. Six years on from that ﬁrst day of dreaming, they are set to open a third restaurant in Coolum. Watch this space!

From the moment we arrived, we were in great hands with passionate operations manager Ky Graham, who made us feel very welcome.

Ky grew up on the Sunshine Coast and is a true gem of the local dining scene. With deep roots in the community, his passion for using fresh local produce and commitment to fair

prices shine through every aspect of Cotton Tree Beach Bar. His warmth and dedication enhance the overall dining experience, making each visit feel like a special occasion.

We had the perfect vantage point from our outside table to soak up the glorious sunset, which painted the sky in brilliant hues of orange and pink.

With so many options on the exciting menu vying for our attention, we were delighted with Ky’s recommendation to kick things oﬀ with a memorable starter of honey-baked brie. The cheese was perfectly gooey, its sweetness harmonising beautifully with the rich, creamy texture.

French Mediterranean cooking using locally grown products

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Enjoyed with a smooth glass of red, it was a great start to what was to come.

For our entrée, we chose the seared ocean scallops. They were cooked to perfection – crispy on the outside, tender and succulent inside, with a subtle sear that enhanced their natural sweetness. It was a dish that truly showcased the quality of the local seafood.

When it came to mains, we were not disappointed. The braised lamb shoulder was a standout: incredibly tender, with a savoury depth of ﬂavour that spoke to the care and skill in its preparation. Complementing it was the seafood risotto, brimming with a generous assortment of fresh, ﬂavourful seafood. Each bite was a testament to the kitchen’s dedication to high-quality ingredients and masterful cooking.

Other delights on the favourites menu include seared ocean trout, Thai calamari salad, satay chicken, and ﬁrm favourite –the poke bowl.

If you’re looking to enjoy a relaxing beverage and some share plates with friends after work or on the weekend, Cotton Tree Beach Bar has a great range of dishes, including hot honey chicken, calamari, ﬁsh tacos and warm marinated olives. Their burgers look delicious, too!

That brings us to the cocktails – another highlight of our visit! It’s obvious each delectable drink is made with care, using fresh ingredients and keen attention to detail.

We couldn’t go past the beez kneez, which tasted as good as it sounds. The combination of barrel-aged gin, guava, Diddillibah honey and bush lemon really hit the spot and was the perfect end to our meal.

We were too full to indulge in dessert, but the menu was tantalising enough to make us wish we had more room in our tummies! The options were decadent and innovative, promising a sweet ﬁnish that will have to wait for our next visit.

Cotton Tree Beach Bar is a must-visit beachside destination that oﬀers a perfect blend of great views, great food and awesome hospitality.

We can’t wait for our next visit to indulge in that tempting dessert menu, try a few more of their delicious cocktails and experience more of what this delightful spot has to oﬀer.

BITE OF goodness

POKE BOWL

INGREDIENTS

250g pearl cous cous

120g edamame

80g baby spinach

1 bunch asparagus

1 carrot shredded

100g cherry tomatoes, halved

1 half cucumber, julienned

60g pickled onion

60g Buderim Ginger Sushi Ginger

Dressing:

650ml olive oil

250ml white vinegar

125ml maple syrup

50g Dijon mustard

50g fresh mint

25g fresh basil

Salt and pepper

serve with

Buderim Ginger Sushi Ginger

METHOD

Bring cous cous to the boil in 250ml of water. Once cooked, set aside to cool.

Cut the asparagus in half and steam. Set aside to cool. In a blender, combine all dressing ingredients. Blend till smooth.

Portion the cous cous, asparagus, spinach, carrot, cherry tomatoes, cucumber and edamame into four serving bowls.

Top with pickled onion and Buderim Ginger Sushi Ginger. Ser ve with dressing.

chef’s tip

Great served with grilled chicken or tofu.

This recipe is courtesy of The Ginger Factory, Yandina.

THINKING GREEN

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SUSTAINABILITY HAS EVERYBODY buzzing – preserving the beauty of our planet is increasingly important among consumers when it comes to many of their purchases, and wine is no exception.

These eco-friendly beliefs are sparking a revolution among winemakers worldwide, pushing them to adopt cutting-edge, responsible practices to meet soaring demand, while visionary producers who adopted sustainable practices early are now reaping the rewards.

So, what separates sustainably made wine from conventional wine? The greatest diﬀerences predominantly lie in the vineyard, not in the winery.

I’m often asked to recommend an ‘organic’ wine without people understanding the concepts at hand and the inﬂuence of how a wine is made on cost of the ﬁnal product. Firstly, we must establish terminology. To most of us, sustainable, organic and biodynamic agriculture all sound similar.

To a viticulturist or winemaker, they can mean diﬀerent things, although all share the common goal of reducing soil and water pollution and promoting biodiversity in the environment.

Sustainable agriculture does not prohibit the use of synthetic chemicals to control pests or diseases. Compared to the regimented schedule of spraying conventional wineries adhere to, sustainable wineries spray sparingly, using it as a last resort in challenging vintages to combat pests, disease and rot.

To promote biodiversity, cover crops (often native grasses, ﬂowers, herbs or legumes) are planted between the rows of vines and natural predators of pests are introduced for pest control. In essence, sustainable agriculture takes the ‘less is more’ approach when it comes to man-made chemicals.

Organic agriculture encompasses most of the concepts in sustainable agriculture. However, only a limited number of traditional sprays are permitted to combat pests and diseases. Some producers go a step further and farm biodynamical,

incorporating philosophy and cosmology into their practices. They do this by viewing and treating their vineyards as one organism, coinciding with the cycles of the planets, moon and stars, as well as providing homeopathic “preparations” to the soil.

This may seem a bit fanciful in the science and tech-heavy modern era, however, many of the great producers of burgundy, barolo, champagne, and many more throughout Europe, have been following these practices for centuries, considering it an important stage in production and integrating it with modern techniques.

Wineries may choose to display their wines as biodynamic or organically certified with one of the many governing bodies throughout the world. It does cost though, and there are several small-to-medium-sized producers following these principles without official certification, so it pays to know your producer – or

take your business to shops with knowledgeable staﬀ

Marco Lubiana is a producer from Tasmania who embodies sustainable practices and is one of Australia’s best young winemakers. He is the son of winemaker Stefano Lubiana, who heads up one of Tasmania’s most iconic wineries and is the ﬁrst certiﬁed organic and biodynamic producer on the island. Marco has been immersed in the philosophy of eco-friendly wine from a young age.

Marco plants vines at higher densities, which produces lower quantities of high-quality grapes and nurtures the land through traditional methods and by manually tending to the vineyards. This includes the planting of cover crops to increase biodiversity in the vineyard and naturally fertilising the soil by composting and allowing ﬂocks of sheep to roam through the vineyard in the winter.

In contrast, conventional vineyards are often planted in lower densities, producing larger quantities of lower-quality fruit, machine prune and harvest, and synthetic fertilisers and chemicals, which often leave a vineyard with a scorched appearance. For Marco, this combination of traditional practices and meticulousness, blended with innovative eco-friendly techniques to produce wines with a sense of time and place, is the hallmark of next-gen winemakers taking Australia by storm.

Sustainably made wines often come at a cost, and for good reason. Firstly, there is a great deal of manual labour involved. Since these producers avoid synthetic chemicals and automated processes, the vineyard must be in top-notch condition and constantly maintained to manage pests and disease. Most smaller production winemakers practically live at the winery with the amount of time they dedicate to their craft.

There are often lower yields per vine, as there is a greater emphasis on quality over quantity and a greater degree of vintage variation, as there is less a winemaker can do in bad vintages to preserve and protect their fruit. In contrast, the wines produced in good vintages give you an outstanding sense of the region or vineyard’s terroir.

Sustainably made wines are produced in almost every Australian wine region, in an incredibly diverse range of styles to suit every palate. Although they may cost slightly more, a sustainable bottle can be found for every occasion and price point. Try looking for wines hailing from Australia’s lesser-known wine regions for bargain buys.

As sustainability takes centre stage, choosing organic and sustainable wines allows you to drink well and do good for the planet.

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ENDURING BEAUTY

NY2K JEWELLERS HAS reached an impressive milestone. Celebrating 20 years is a wonderful achievement, and like platinum – the metal symbolic of 20-year anniversaries – the business is strong, enduring and resilient.

Owner Paul New is committed to preserving the artistry and skill of traditional jewellery making in an era increasingly dominated by technology. Just as platinum withstands the test of time, the NY2K Jewellers team has remained steadfast and dedicated to their craft.

This anniversary is not only a testament to the enduring quality of their work but also to their ability to adapt and thrive amidst changing times while staying true to their core values.

NY2K Jewellers is a fascinating blend of personal history and passion. The name itself is a tribute to shared experiences and dreams. Paul and his wife Kristen, originally from country New South Wales, made a signiﬁcant change in their lives by moving to the Sunshine Coast. Their decision to open NY2K Jewellers in 2004 was driven by more than just business; they wanted to raise their two children in a seaside community.

Kristen’s past employment in New York City as a nanny of two children brought a personal touch to their brand, while Paul’s long-held wish to connect his two now adult children, Cooper and Paige, with the allure of the Big Apple shaped

Rayna Picking, Paul & Kristen New

their vision. Thus, NY2K (New York, two kids) was born.

Paul’s journey in jewellery making since 1983 reﬂects a deep connection to the craft and a dedication to its traditional aspects. “Customers used to bring in magazine pictures. Now, they use smartphones and Google for design inspiration. Technology has transformed the industry,” he says.

Despite these changes, Paul remains committed to a hands-on, old-school approach, emphasising the value of handmade, custom pieces.

Paul is an associate member of the esteemed Gold and Silversmiths Guild of Australia. His dedication to creating unique, artisanal jewellery is evident in how he views his creations. While trends can drive demand for replicated designs, Paul and his team often embrace the challenge of crafting truly original pieces, as he says, turning them into “pieces of art”.

“Additionally, we do a lot of remodelling. We take pride in repurposing inherited jewellery, such as pieces from a customer’s mother or grandmother, into something new and meaningful, ensuring that each piece has its own story and signiﬁcance. This not only honours the sentimental value of the original pieces but also allows them to be reworked into something modern and special.”

Paul’s passion for his craft shines through in every aspect of his work at NY2K Jewellers. For repeat customers, there’s trust and familiarity with the quality and service they know they’ll receive. However, it’s the ﬁrst-time clients who bring a special kind of anticipation and joy.

“I love creating, and I love seeing the customer’s reaction when they actually see the ﬁnished piece,” he says.

The team at NY2K Jewellers takes pride in making sure each customer leaves with more than simply a beautiful piece of jewellery.

“We make sure that the customers love what they are receiving,” Paul says. “We educate, design and guide the

customer through the whole process from start to ﬁnish. That is what makes our job so rewarding.”

So, it is of no surprise that NY2K Jewellers has built a stellar reputation on the Sunshine Coast. Together, Paul and on-site jeweller, Rayna Picking, oﬀer the combination of meticulous craftsmanship, personalised service and expertise in gemstones that makes NY2K Jewellers a standout in the industry.

Their ability to source any desired stone, size (from 0.1 carat to 5.0 carat) or colour is the cherry on the top.

“Sometimes we source products from overseas. We need to go direct because it may be something you can’t ﬁnd in Australia. We have access to the world market; that’s why we go to overseas trade shows,” Paul says.

Giving back to the community also holds signiﬁcance for Paul and Kristen. Their active involvement in supporting local charities, such as Wishlist and Bloomhill Cancer Care, underscores their commitment to making a positive impact beyond their business and reinforces their role as compassionate and impactful members of their community.

“We are donating an Argyle pink and white diamond pendant to Bloomhill’s Annual Charity Auction Fundraiser this year,” Paul shares, saying that it is something they hope to continue to do. “We have had a few customers who have gone through their struggles with cancer, and that is why we will continue to support Bloomhill. We believe that what you give comes back to you.”

Paul and Kristen have every reason to look back on the past 20 years with immense pride.

Their success is not just in the jewellery that Paul has crafted but in the lasting relationships they’ve built, the community support they’ve shown, and the unique artistry they’ve brought to life.

Their journey from the initial vision to becoming a respected name on the Sunshine Coast embodies the essence of craftsmanship and commitment.

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A GLOWING BRIDE

Ella

Jordan

THE WEDDING OF Buderim couple Ella and Jordan Daniel at beautiful Maleny Manor was so much more than a celebration of two people head over heels in love.

It was also a celebration of the news that they would soon become parents, adding another layer of happiness to the joyful occasion.

The wedding, held on March 1, 2024, had been arranged long before Ella discovered she was pregnant. “I had already chosen my dress from Kyha Studios, so it was altered to show oﬀ my baby bump,” says Ella.

Also stealing the show was the couple’s beloved pooch, Kobe, a 10-year-old husky who was on his best behaviour during the ceremony and at the reception. Another cherry on top of the perfect day was being married by celebrant Suzanne Riley, who has known Ella since she was four years old, having been neighbours in not one but two diﬀerent locations.

Ella and Jordan’s love story began in 2020 at the Maroochydore Roos AFL Club, where Ella’s father, Matt Bury, was president. “I had gone along to watch my brother, Jackson, play and spotted the number eight player. I thought ‘Who the hell is that’!”

It would take another five months before they started dating. “We were both at a house party to watch the AFL grand final and I got a smooch from Jordan,” recalls Ella with a laugh. “Our first proper date was dinner at his house, and he cooked chicken parmy. It was pretty good!”

Jordan’s proposal ﬁnally came in November 2022 and was a huge surprise for Ella. “We had gone to Bali for a holiday, and Ella was expecting her mum and dad, plus Jackson, to join us a few days later,” says Jordan.

“I took her to the Double-Six Rooftop Sunset Bar at

Seminyak, which has a beautiful view of the ocean. There was a photographer there and she was taking photos. Unknown to Ella, I had hired her, so when I dropped to my knee and proposed, she captured the moment. Then Ella’s family jumped out from their hiding place.”

When the time came to plan the wedding, Ella and Jordan visited three wedding venues, falling instantly in love with Maleny Manor.

“It’s an incredible place – the views, the layout and set-up – it takes your breath away. Their wedding planner, Emma Anderson, was fantastic. It was such a super-chilled wedding and not stressful at all,” says Ella.

When the big day dawned, the weather was perfect. The 116 guests gathered outside for drinks and were admiring the beautiful view when a helicopter landed on the grounds. In James Bond fashion, out stepped Jordan and his three groomsmen, dressed in black suits, white shirts and bow ties –it was a spectacular entrance.

Ella’s three bridesmaids, dressed in elegant long champagne-coloured dresses, joined wedding celebrant Suzanne, Jordan and the groomsmen. Then, all eyes turned to the beaming bride, dressed in a stunning ivory gown and

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ETHICAL TO BOOT

ON ZOE KENNEDY’S table is a projection, but it isn’t a memory; it’s a vision of restoration. The image is part of a factory in Mexico. Although still a bustle of high productivity, one large section is now ﬁlled with storage boxes and motorbikes after many people were laid oﬀ during the pandemic.

“I completely mocked it up to look like the part of the factory that we’re going to devote to the Boot Lassos,” Zoe says, her voice gleaming with pride.

It’s obvious that Boot Lassos by Agave Blue – a super savvy boot accessory – represents more than just a product; it’s a mission to restore prosperity to a factory and its workers.

“This whole overarching goal now has nothing to do with me,” she emphasises. “The fact that this little product has the potential to change the lives of real people and real families is my entire goal that’s what motivates me to enjoy this ride.”

It’s been a decade since Zoe made the quantum leap from school teacher to boot merchant – selling 12 pairs from a tent at the Eumundi Markets – a career move that still makes her

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heart and her soles sing.

“I’ve always worn boots with dresses, even when I was young. I feel like the fashion has ﬁnally caught up, but there are a lot of us who’ve always been that girl,” she says. “I’m not a high-heel girl. I’m more of an earthy kind of person.”

And she’s not the only one. Agave Blue has attracted quite the following, which she assures has “nothing to do with Taylor Swift”.

Zoe has been standing on her own two feet, and now she’s on the brink of breaking into the American market with Boot Lassos.

“In the shop, I’ve got boots that go from $400 to $2500,” she tells salt. “And I’m a realist; not everyone’s going to aﬀord that.

“I have two types of customers. I have the investor who knows the boots are quality. She’s tried them on multiple times, and they’re something practical, and they’re going to last her forever. And then I’ve got the collector, who’s an insatiable fashionista who has to have everything new.

“So I started playing around with making an accessory that’s luxury but aﬀordable. A little accessory that can turn her boot from a daytime boot to a night-time boot. And it’s covered in couture. These things are studded, embroidered, and have leather lacing – just like the boots.

“This product is a real celebration of people curating their individuality.”

The idea blew the socks oﬀ everyone in the industry, but after sinking a lot of time and money into the original design

and patent, it was clear Zoe needed to take a little step back before she could jump forward.

In October last year, Zoe boarded a plane to Mexico with a new prototype in hand to show Señor Luis, her boot manufacturer. Since then she has gone from concept to production to launching – all in just nine months.

The result is truly boot-iful. Fully adjustable from sizes ﬁve to 11, Lassos can ﬁt any boot.

“I also made them so you can pull apart the front and the back and completely swap them,” Zoe explains.

Lassos have been running out the door, with pre-orders coming in hot from the US. Zoe also secured a major American retailer, all before launching at an international trade show in Dallas in August.

But while Lassos look the part, they’re also doing their part for the sustainable slow fashion movement – made from obsolete leather.

“Obsolete leather is 100 per cent premium leather that isn’t enough for another boot run,” Zoe says. “For people who are conscious consumers, I’m literally utilising materials that are waiting in a room to be used.

“It also gives it that factor that it’s rare because it’s limited. Once we use it all up, we go to the next hide.”

Zoe’s commitment has struck a chord with many, bringing a fresh and conscientious approach to the market.

Each pair of Lassos tells a story, not just of style, but of sustainability and ethical production.

Not long back from the Gympie Muster, Zoe says it is only now that she’s able to take a deep breath and reﬂect on all she’s achieved. But not for too long. “What’s that old John Wayne saying? We’re burnin’ daylight.”

Zoe’s vision is unshakable. Her passion for fashion, coupled with her desire to make a positive impact, fuels her every single day.

Boot Lassos is more than just an accessory. This brand and product symbolises a creator’s hope, resilience and the power of innovation to bring about real change.

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BEATING burnout

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IF YOU HAVEN’T been feeling much like yourself lately, it’s possible that you’re experiencing burnout – a state that goes beyond mere tiredness. It’s a deep, pervasive exhaustion that aﬀects you emotionally, physically and mentally.

In recent years, burnout has escalated from a buzzword to epidemic proportions. In 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO) classiﬁed burnout as an occupational phenomenon, and then the COVID-19 pandemic only made matters worse.

Here in Australia, nearly 50 per cent of us report feeling fatigued and burnt out, with factors such as increased workloads, the challenges of remote work, economic uncertainties and the relentless pressure to always ‘be on’ and accessible contributing to this growing crisis.

According to the Mayo Clinic, burnout can manifest in many ways, often creeping up on you slowly before becoming completely overwhelming. Emotionally, it can feel like you are perpetually drained. You may ﬁnd yourself becoming

“ Burnout can be beaten. The first step is looking after you and taking control of your wellbeing”

more cynical or negative and losing interest in things you once loved. This emotional shift can make you feel helpless or defeated, making it hard to ﬁnd satisfaction in your achievements.

Physically, burnout takes a toll on the body, often presenting as persistent fatigue that no amount of rest seems to alleviate. Frequent headaches or body aches may become more common, coupled with noticeable changes in your appetite or sleep patterns. You may also ﬁnd that you are getting rundown and sick more often than you used to.

Behaviourally, burnout can lead to irritability or impatience, as well as trouble concentrating. You may also ﬁnd yourself withdrawing from social situations, friends and family, or neglecting personal responsibilities. In some cases, there may be an increased reliance on alcohol or other substances as a coping mechanism.

The good news? Burnout can be beaten.

Mental Health First Aid Australia says the ﬁrst step is looking after you and taking control of your wellbeing. Prioritising self-care is essential – this can be literally anything that makes you happy. Try practising relaxation techniques, and make sure you’re getting enough sleep. Living in a place where nature is just a step away oﬀers a unique advantage for us here on the Sunshine Coast; whether it’s a walk along the beach or exploring the bush, let Mother Nature nurture you.

Setting boundaries is another big (and important) step, particularly if you’re someone who struggles to say no. It’s important to maintain a clear line between your work life and

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your personal life, you’ve got to protect your downtime. Eﬀective time management and organisational skills can also help reduce stress and boost productivity, making you feel more in control of your day.

Nourishing yourself also does wonders for your wellbeing. Move your body – not only does it boost your mood, but it also lifts your energy levels. And eating a healthy, balanced diet makes a noticeable diﬀerence in how you feel. Don’t forget the importance of staying connected, too. Reach out to family for support and catch up with friends – lean on those who love you.

When it comes to addressing burnout in the workplace, this often begins with ﬂexibility. Discuss with your employer the possibility of ﬂexible hours, remote work, or a hybrid model. If you’re working from home, make sure you have a designated workspace that promotes health and productivity. Remember, having those boundaries in place is important. Access to mental health resources at work is another vital aspect of keeping burnout at bay. It’s all about having a workplace where employees feel supported and where work–life balance is possible.

Sometimes, burnout demands more than extra sleep and self-care. When it all feels too much, it’s essential to seek professional help. Firstly, have a chat with your general practitioner about what’s going on and how you’re feeling so they can refer you to a specialist. Once you’re in the hands of a psychologist or counsellor, this is where healing begins because you can delve into the root causes of your burnout and develop strategies to lead a healthier, happier life.

For many people, the act of sharing your experiences with others who are feeling the same way can also be incredibly enlightening. Sometimes, just knowing you’re not the only one going through it feels like a weight has been lifted.

Burnout is something we just can’t brush oﬀ. But if we spot the signs early, understand what’s behind it, and take action, we can ease its grip and start feeling like ourselves again.

If you or someone you know needs support, contact Lifeline 13 11 14, Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636, Sunshine Coast Mental Health Service 5202 9500, Headspace 5409 4900, Open Minds 1300 673 664 and Country to Coast 1300 747 724.

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BARELY THERE

JENNIFER LOPEZ, PAMELA Anderson, Alicia Keys – they’re all doing it. These celebrity A-listers are among a growing legion of inﬂuential women going bare-faced in public.

This ‘naked skin’ trend is about women embracing themselves as they are at all stages of life – simply beautiful.

It’s what Australia HiFu and Australia Cosmeceuticals. founder and owner Cher Mauk calls “the new ﬂex”.

“Once you’ve got really good skin, you just don’t want to put makeup on, you really don’t.”

If ever there was a walking advertisement for their own product it would be Cher – her bare face positively radiates health and wellbeing.

“I’m in my 50s and I don’t do weird stuﬀ,” she says.

“I don’t wear makeup very often, apart from lip gloss, because I want people to see how I look.”

Cher’s mission is to make people look and feel powerful within their own skin. Your face, after all, is the ﬁrst thing

someone notices about you.

“I think you’re very judged on your face. People look at you in an instant and they have an opinion of you. If you can make it look as good as you can, why not?

“We’re all beautiful. My job is just to make you look more beautiful skin-wise.”

Australia HiFu oﬀers women non-invasive skin rejuvenation treatments, and Cher’s auxiliary skincare brand, Australia Cosmeceuticals, is designed to be used by women and men.

The beauty industry veteran is putting a lid on all the noisy chatter surrounding skincare in the marketplace. Cher says people are confused about what to do when it comes to their skin.

She’s deliberately kept her range simple – just 12 products – and made it unisex because “a good skincare range should be able to cover a broad range of concerns, not just one

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speciﬁc concern, and be suitable for all skin types, male and female”.

Cher has been in the beauty space for 30 years, and over time, has listened to what women want. She’s also a retired private investigator and employs that skillset to research her products and do due diligence.

“If it doesn’t pass me ﬁrst as a professional in the industry, then it certainly won’t make it into my bottles.”

And each product has Cher’s seal of approval on it – her name.

“It’s why each product says ‘Designed by Cher’; my name is my guarantee.”

The Australian-made range is certiﬁed organic, vegan, not tested on animals, cosmeceutical and GMO-free.

“Cosmeceuticals have medicinal benefits so they’re stronger compounds, which deliver results as opposed to fluffy skincare, which you can buy at the supermarket or chemist,” Cher explains.

Her products are also ultra-fresh – they can be on the shelf within two days. And while the products have a two-year shelf life, Cher is conﬁdent they’ll be consumed before then.

Cher recommends her starter kit as the bare minimum people should be doing to look after their skin. It contains six signature products: a cleanser, toner, exfoliant, skin serum, day and night moisturiser and a hydrating mist.

The complete kit (11 products) has all of the above plus a regenerator (with 12 active ingredients), a plumper (which contains hyaluronic acid), a face mask, eye balm and lip balm.

Cher says people should cleanse, tone and moisturise morning and night, exfoliate every two to three days and use a face mask every two weeks.

“Preparing the skin correctly will add in a younger ﬁrmer complexion….who doesn’t want that?

“And then when you do put a moisturiser on, unless you have prepared the skin, it won’t actually do anything, just sit on the surface.

“By removing the top layer (of skin) by exfoliating and cleansing, the products can penetrate deeper into the skin, which is where you want them to reach.”

It’s all about taking small, daily steps to achieve results.

Clients can also have a non-invasive facelift and experience all the products in the range at Cher’s two Sunshine Coast clinics.

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LABOUR of love

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SET AGAINST A natural reserve teeming with birdlife and beauty, Jordy and Megg Knight’s home is a testament to passion, creativity and craftsmanship.

This young couple has transformed their property into a Mediterranean-inspired haven. With soft neutrals, touches of pink and a design that embraces natural light and open spaces, their home is as warm and inviting as the family who built it.

Jordy’s love for building runs deep. Having started his career in construction at the age of 16, his passion and dedication are evident in every project he undertakes. Inﬂuenced by his father and grandfather, both carpenters, Jordy honed his craft with an old-school mentality and a keen eye for detail.

“Jordy really does live and breathe building,” Megg says,

pride evident in her voice.

In 2020, as the couple prepared to welcome their ﬁrst child, Jordy took a leap of faith and founded Knight Built Design and Construct. Despite the challenges of starting a business during a global pandemic, the decision proved to be the right one.

“It was a big risk, especially with me about to go on maternity leave as well,” Megg tells salt. “We weren’t too worried, though. It just seemed right. It just worked.

“We have built the business purely on word of mouth and Jordy’s quality of work.”

At ﬁrst, the work was mostly focused on renovations. However, a new-build project in Noosa Waters altered the couple’s direction.

“We had the chance to take on this challenging build. It involved a lot of oﬀ-form concrete, structural steel and feature timber cladding. It’s an incredible home, and it made Jordy realise his capabilities and desire to take on more ambitious projects.

“Until then, we had been mostly doing renovations, but we are now expanding and pivoting. Jordy does enjoy working on renovation projects. In a reno, there is always a bit of freedom or something changes on the site.”

The secret to designing and styling a successful renovation, according to Megg, is creating a mood board that outlines a clear vision. “It’s important to refer back to that mood board. Even identifying staple pieces of furniture you love. Start with that in a room and work backwards.”

Their clients also have access to an architect for more complex builds. Generally though, the process involves sitting with the Knights to ﬂesh out the vision.

The couple’s own home reﬂects their skilled work. Purchased in February 2023, the 24-year-old property presented a blank canvas. Despite its outdated red carpet and internal damage, the home, with its black-framed windows, rendered brickwork and palm-tree surrounds, lent itself to that European coastal feel.

And so, with their third baby on the way (they now have three children under three), the Knights began the six-month project.

“We repainted the exterior, which was also red,” Megg says. “It needed a full gut and reframe inside. We completely stripped it back. We got the keys, and within 15 minutes, Jordy was knocking down walls,” she adds with a laugh.

The design brief was simple: create a Mediterranean-inspired sanctuary that would be both functional and beautiful. The couple opted for a soft colour palette of whites, beiges and subtle timber features, creating an open and airy atmosphere throughout the home.

“We opened the kitchen right up. It had been closed oﬀ. By opening it up, we created an indoor, outdoor environment that opens up over the pool area. It makes a huge diﬀerence.”

The heart of the home is the kitchen. Featuring a 20-millimetre stone benchtop and sleek two-pac cabinetry, the kitchen is as beautiful as it is practical. The centrepiece of the room is the 3.2-metre island bench, which doubles as a gathering spot for family and friends.

“Generally, we ﬁnd even when we have people over for

dinner, we all end up eating at the bench. It really is the heart of our home,” Megg says with a smile.

The ground ﬂoor is the base for the living areas, including a media room, kids’ TV room and oﬃce, and opens up onto the back verandah, which overlooks the nature reserve that backs onto the Noosa Hill golf course.

“Jordy had decking boards milled out of old railway sleepers, which is a real talking point,” Megg adds.

Other timber inclusions have been tastefully added throughout the home – from the engineered timber ﬂoors and kitchen shelving to a timber beam salvaged from a 100-year-old farm shed.

“Going upstairs, it felt like your head was going to hit the ceiling because it was low. Jordy cut into the ceiling and put in four skylights and the beam. It really opens the space right up and changes the feel completely.”

The grand staircase itself is a highlight. Crafted with otsu and micro cement, the stairs wind upwards to the four bedrooms and two bathrooms.

The main bathroom and ensuite have standout features with micro cement walls and natural travertine in a pretty French

pattern. The curved walls and custom Indian-carved wood vanities, sourced from Noosa’s Alabaster Trader, add to the home’s Mediterranean vibe.

Continuing into the master bedroom, Jordy and Megg have created a haven of peace and comfort. Featuring an abundance of natural light, the space boasts a Hollywood-style walk-through robe and an oversized tub with views across the reserve and the palm trees in the backyard. It’s picture-perfect.

“Our bedroom is pretty amazing,” Megg laughs. “There is so much natural light ﬂowing in. At the end of the day, it’s our place to go and just be. It’s very dreamy with lots of windows and a feature wall with a natural clay render.”

For Jordy and Megg, the renovation of their Noosa home has been a true labour of love. From the initial demolition to the ﬁnal touches, every aspect of the project has been a collaborative eﬀort.

Their next focus is on completing the landscaping and renovating the existing pool area.

The couple has already repainted the exterior of the house,

opting for a creamy white render that complements the Mediterranean aesthetic.

“We still have lots to do outside with the gardens and footpaths. We are going to crazy pave around the pool and will keep the theme of naturals and whites,” Megg says.

For now, though, they’re enjoying the results of their hard work – a stunning Mediterranean-inspired home that perfectly reﬂects their style, passion and the love they’ve poured into it.

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Spring is the perfect time to visit THE ORIGINAL EUMUNDI MARKETS

Sunshine and the scent of blooming flowers fill the terraces and laneways of this outdoor shopping haven every Wednesday and Saturday. Discover an array of handmade treasures from local designers, plus delectable treats and artisanal crafs from the many stallholders and businesses. Rain, hail or shine, the vibrant atmosphere and friendly faces make ‘The Originals’ a must-visit destination. The Original Eumundi Markets are open every Saturday from 7am to 2pm and Wednesday from 8am to 2pm. eumundimarkets.com.au

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MORE THAN JUST A HOLIDAY

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RECHARGE AT ICONIC GINGER FACTORY

Electric vehicle (EV) drivers have even more reason to visit an iconic Sunshine Coast destination. THE GINGER FACTORY now features six Tesla superchargers and six wall connectors, enhancing its appeal to EV drivers. Located just of the Bruce Highway, this new charging site is one of the largest in Australia and is open 24/7. Enjoy a world-famous ginger scone in The Ginger Factory Piazza while your car powers up, making the perfect stop for visitors to recharge their vehicles and themselves. Why not plan a visit to experience the convenience and charm of this iconic Sunshine Coast destination this spring? gingerfactory.com.au

SPRING INTO THE ESSENCE OF EUMUNDI

A truly immersive way to capture the essence of spring is to experience the I LOVE EUMUNDI MARKETS. The shopping experience provides visitors with fresh seasonal produce, fashion, local designer accessories and handcrafed gifs for the home or someone special. The vibe ramps up as the days become brighter with musicians, entertainers, street food vendors, baristas and stallholders ready to greet you with open arms to our vibrant town. I Love Eumundi Markets is open Wednesday and Saturday from 7.30am to 2pm. It includes the Eumundi Square, Eumundi Parkside Markets and The Terraces. Eumundi Square is also open Friday from 8.30am to 1pm. iloveeumundimarkets.com

SOMETHING FOR EVERY TASTEBUD

THE EVENTS CENTRE Café is now open daily. Enjoy tasty dishes from the menu, including smashed avocado, wafles and lemon pepper calamari or indulge in a sweet delight – there is something for every tastebud. Enjoy a selection of specialty meals prepared by in-house chefs as well as quality barista-made cofee by the Sunshine Coast’s very own Tim Adams. With loyalty cards and weekly specials, The Events Centre Café is the perfect place to get a morning cofee or catch up with friends. Open for breakfast and lunch, 8am to 3pm weekdays. theeventscentre.com.au

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THROUGH her eyes

WORDS JANE STEPHENS PHOTOS LISA PEARL

CHANGE YOUR VIEW and you can change your world. And when a fresh environment is seen through an artist’s eyes, change is more aptly described as transformation and reinvigoration: a fresh, delicious world is captured and shared.

Artist Amanda Brooks says a recent move from Doonan to the nearby coastal fringe was a gift that transcended her hopes and expectations.

“I had lived in the Doonan hinterland on a big bush block for 20-something years, and my followers and customers know how much I loved it there,” Amanda says. “Now that my teenagers are older, it was clear it was time to live closer to everything in their developing lives. I knew it would be a big change to shift to a kind of suburbia after being in the bush, and it has been – in a surprisingly good way.”

Amanda – loved for her colourful, contemporary paintings – says the move to a sweet, character-ﬁlled house behind Noosa Junction has reignited her sense of wonder, prompting fresh ideas for her art.

“This weatherboard cottage, a breezy, snug Queenslanderstyle home, was perfect for me. I converted the old double garage into a studio and lined it with VJ panelling. It already had beautiful cathedral ceilings with exposed beams, and I just added skylights in to add to the character feel,” she tells salt.

“When you’re in there, you feel transported, as if you’re not just in suburbia. I am in a little pocket where I am surrounded by gum trees and they attract all the amazing birds. It’s like the birds have followed me.”

Amanda’s love of nature is profound, evident in her every canvas. She layers on washes, acrylics and oils to create ﬂorals, landscapes and animals that have breathtaking dimension and detail. She mixes her own colours, and the bold richness of her work makes it distinct and highly sought after nationally and worldwide.

Landscapes are a particular passion at the moment, and Amanda says she delights in painting Noosa scenes in her own style and colours so that they are recognisable but still distinctly her own.

Her new home and studio are also a stone’s throw from the tourist hub of Hastings Street, drawing more of the

international travellers Amanda so enjoys having in her work environment. She says she prefers open studios to exhibitions because they enable her to let her art speak for itself, where exhibitions can focus more on the artist.

“I’ve had an open studio for so long it’s like second nature to me. I am really very social and am very happy to share my space, for people to see my work up close and in real life.

“The studio is a little bit away from the main house, so it

Exhibition open: Friday 23 AugustSunday 13 October 2024

Now in its 19th year and reflecting the full breadth of the prize with a new name, the Sunshine Coast National Art Prize 2024 is our region’s flagship art award, honouring outstanding contemporary 2D and new media arts practice in Australia. The acquisitive art prize is part of Council’s strategic for the region, which can be enjoyed by current and future generations.

received across the country. Each artwork offers offering a profound and unapologetic interpretation of our world today.

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Image: Sarah Mufford | Leheriya | 2023 | polymer acrylic, Flashe and graphite on canvas | 122 x 122cm

feels quite intimate. In saying that, I’m happy for people to even come in the house if they want to look at the other artworks,” she adds.

Amanda was a little girl who loved art, and her career has had many incarnations, including ﬂorist and art teacher. But being a professional, full-time artist is the ultimate in authenticity: she makes a life, not just a living.

“I am rarely not working – not completely, anyway. Even on weekends, when I’m supposed to be relaxing, I can’t wait to pick up my paint brushes and just kind of vanish away into my studio and paint. Anticipating is part of the painting process for me.

“I view landscapes or objects perhaps with a diﬀerent eye than some others, always thinking about a diﬀerent angle or way of depicting it. I am always either in my painting clothes or itching to throw them on.

“The job part for me is all the admin and the packaging and the emails and follow-ups. The actual painting process is joy – it is my therapy. So I suppose I have a therapeutic job.”

A proud optimist and a bold lover of the richness of life, Amanda is warm and bubbly, her joy at being able to share her colourful view of the world via her art palpable.

And delivering a painting that pleases a viewer makes Amanda’s soul soar. She thoroughly enjoys the challenge of fulﬁlling commissions, which is not always the preferred project for creatives such as her.

Amanda says the key is communication – asking the commissioner the right questions about what they envisage and what they desire.

“I’m always very upfront with people and explain that to them and say if you are not conﬁdent with what I’m going to

create, then you’re better oﬀ buying something that you can see is already completed,” she says. “If you can trust that whatever I do will turn out how you want it, I am happy to take on a commission.

“Almost always, people are very happy, and I am very happy to tweak a colour or make adjustments. You have to kind of be quite resilient and not take it personally, and I know myself if I was ordering something from someone, I would be that picky customer, so I understand.”

Amanda’s process requires patience, and she has multiple projects on the go at any one time. She adapts the techniques used in watercolour for use on canvas, using transparent washes, then building the surface up with thick paint and ﬁnishing it with oil. The drying of the layers is time-consuming.

“I’ll do washes on various artworks and wait for them to dry and then go back and build up, so I usually work on about seven artworks at one time, going back and building up so it keeps it interesting. I can’t imagine just doing one painting at a time.”

With a new home came a refreshed perspective and a reinvigoration of the artistic verve.

“There’s kind of a layer and a level of gratitude that every time I do a painting, I think how blessed am I that I can still do this,” she says. “I can still keep creating and still keep fulﬁlled.”

In her cottage tucked both in suburbia and among her beloved gum trees, Amanda’s cup is most certainly full.

SERENDIPITY meets success

WORDS NICOLE FUGE PHOTOS LISA PEARL

TRUE TO FORM, Julie Holland recounts the birth of her business as if narrating the beginning of a serendipitous story. “One day, we were walking down Hastings Street, and there was a sign on the window saying pop-up,” she says.

Openly ignorant of the retail concept, Julie and her partner Greg Peeler wandered in to quash their curiosity. Inside, they met a man selling his girlfriend’s clothing, who also happened to be the son of the building’s owner. This chance encounter led Julie and Greg to lease the “weenie little shop” in 2010, marking the beginning of their business journey in Noosa – Hearts and Minds Art.

“I’d always been a writer in Melbourne and had various businesses down there. But up here, it was very diﬀerent because nobody knew me and it was really, really hard, actually,” she says of their move to the Sunshine Coast three years earlier.

Having essentially experienced a reset, Julie sold her inspirational verses at the Eumundi Markets alongside Greg, who initially dabbled in real estate before turning his creative hand to making photo frames.

This modest start was where Julie and Greg got their footing. It put them in good stead when it came to opening Hearts and Minds Art. Well-connected and respected in the local art scene, it wasn’t long before their “little shop” became a big success.

So much so that when the shop next door became available, they knocked down the wall and expanded the space, increasing their stock with as much as they could aﬀord. But they didn’t stop there. When a larger shopfront became available, they moved and grew again, “mainly because of the extra wall space for fabulous art”.

“It’s a very old shop and we’ve kept a lot of that aesthetic. We’re not into doing a complete modern ﬁt-out. We kind of like the uneven ﬂoor and the whitewashed bricks; it’s part of our feel and part of our image,” Julie says.

And it is this authenticity and originality that have been key to their success. In fact, they still proudly work with some

of their original suppliers, including local painter Maree Welman and furniture maker Chris Leach.

From 2014 to 2017, Julie and Greg also ran a dedicated art gallery, an extension of Hearts and Minds Art, at the Noosa Marina. “After all this time, we’ve kept the same ethos.

“We’ve kept the same business goals – we’re good to our artists, we’re good to our customers, which is why we have so many repeat customers,” Julie says. “But retail small business at the moment is challenging, so we are pretty proud to have such a successful business.

“We’ve learned a lot along the way and there have been stepping stones. We’ve had a lot of assistance, which has been lovely. I believe in serendipity, and I just believe things fall into place when they need to, like us ﬁnding that ﬁrst shop.

“If we hadn’t found that, I don’t know where we would have ended up.”

39 artists on permanent display with a different featured artist each month

September - Ian Mastin October - Sophie Malkin

While Julie and Greg both deeply love the business, it’s not lost on them what an immense amount of time and eﬀort it takes to succeed.

“We work in it 24/7,” Greg explains. “I have three days behind the counter and Julie has three days behind the counter, and we have two great women who work with us as well.

“When Julie’s not working, she writes books, which we stock in the shop. And when I’m not working, I play golf. We’ve often thought, why don’t we sell the business and just do all this – play more golf and write more books? And we

might if someone walks in and wants to buy it.

“That’s something we’d look at. But at the moment, it’s just been very fulﬁlling.”

Hearts and Minds Art has also proven to be an incredible creative outlet for Julie. As an accomplished author and photographer, she often ﬁnds that art imitates life – or perhaps it’s the other way around. Her everyday encounters inspire each of her literary endeavours, including her latest release, her fourth book, Full Circle

“They’re ﬁction books, but that’s what I write about, the fact that you don’t have to be set in a path, as we discovered. If you get to middle age, it doesn’t mean everything’s over. You

know, you can try something diﬀerent,” she says.

“Everything is so accessible online. If you don’t know how to paint, do a course, go and see somebody who knows how to do it or go to a YouTube channel; it’s so available to you.”

Given her penchant for oﬀering pearls of wisdom, we had to ask: if Julie could go back 14 years and give her younger self one piece of advice, what would it be?

“I think I would say to trust your own instincts, keep in your own lane, do what you believe in and trust your belief that you can do it,” she says.

“We were new to retail and people would say to us, ‘It’s Hastings Street, you won’t last with the turnovers’. But here we are. I think it’s because we did trust ourselves, in that we believed in it. We thought with our heart rather than our mind.”

With history as their guide, Julie and Greg’s blend of heart and mind will ensure that their life story turns out to be a magniﬁcent masterpiece.

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ARTdates

Take a moment to peruse some of the finest works from some of the best galleries on the Coast

ONGOING

1. SPRING EXHIBITION

Hearts and Minds Art continues to showcase a stunning range of works by artists including: Erin Hughes, Pepi Wren, Maree Welman, Christina Power, Ray Wilson, Fi Clark Photography, Leigh Karen Joyce, Jeanette Smith, James McKay, Karen Gemming, Veronica van de Vorst when ongoing where Hearts and Minds Art , 1 Hastings Street , Noosa Heads. 0418 108 299 or heartsandmindsart com.au

HEY FEVER I BY PEGGY ZEPHYR, The G Contemporary

PASSING RIDERS, JOGJA BY NICK ASHBY, Caloundra Regional Gallery

OCTOBER

4. DIRECTOR’S CHOICE

2. SUNSHINE COAST NATIONAL ART PRIZE 2024

The Sunshine Coast National Art Prize 2024 is a prestigious award celebrating outstanding contemporar y two-dimensional and new media arts practice in Australia. Now in its 19th year, the exhibition features 40 remarkable works by finalists from across the countr y With a prize pool of more than $40,000, this event provides a platform for Australian artists to showcase their talent and contribute to the region’s vibrant cultural legacy. The winners will be announced at an exclusive ticketed event on October 3. The public can vote for the People’s Choice prize on the galler y website. when ongoing until October 13 where Caloundra Regional Galler y, 22 Omrah Avenue, Caloundra. 5420 8299 or galler y sunshinecoast qld.gov.au

SEPTEMBER

3. TRANSLATIONS

This is an opportunity to discuss and consider the translation from twodimensional works into limited edition bronze sculptures by renowned First Nation artists Rosella Namok and Walala Tjapaltjarri, in collaboration with Brisbane’s Fire works Galler y Opening night is on Friday, September 27 from 5.30pm to 7.30pm. when September 26 to October 13 where The G Contemporar y, 6/32 Hastings Street , Laguna on Hastings, Noosa Heads. 0400 716 526 or thegcontemporar y com

See an eclectic collection of artists rotated weekly at The G Contemporar y with a special showcasing of paintings by New South Wales artist Peggy Zephyr when October 1 to 31

where The G Contemporar y, 6/32 Hastings Street , Laguna on Hastings, Noosa Heads. 0400 716 526 or thegcontemporar y com

5. OCTOBER EXHIBITION

In October, Montville Art Galler y is featuring the work of Brisbane artist Sophie Malkin. A finalist in recent Brisbane and Gold Coast competitions, Sophie is emerging as a talent to watch. There will be a new range of works on display and online. when October 1 to 31

where Montville Art Galler y, 138 Main Street , Montville. 5442 9211 or montvilleartgaller y com.au

SUNSHOWER BY PEPI WREN, Hearts and Minds Art

6. LITTLE THINGS GROW BIG

The artists from Brisbane’s Monte Lupo return to Art Nuvo for their annual garden sculpture show, this year with a gardenthemed exhibition. All works are handmade in the Monte Lupo studio, which employs people with a creative skill who live with a disability. See the works in the galler y or online.

when October 3 to 19

where Art Nuvo, 25 Gloucester Road, Buderim. 5456 2445 or artnuvobuderim.com.au

7. CARBON_DATING

The Carbon_Dating project , initiated in 2022, aims to reshape relationships with Poaceae, commonly known as grasses, through artwork-based experiments. By spotlighting these ofen-overlooked plants, the 2024-25 Carbon_Dating exhibition urges a shif in focus towards the broader ecosystem’s health. Thanks to the fusion of science and art , visitors will be able to learn and explore networked, experimental artworks that

seek to shif attitudes towards the diverse Australian native grasses growing in Queensland. when October 18 to December 8 where Caloundra Regional Galler y, 22 Omrah Avenue, Caloundra. 5420 8299 or galler y.sunshinecoast qld.gov.au

THE POETRY OF WATER BY DALE MARSH, Montville Art Gallery

CAMELLIA AND COLLECTED BOTTLE BY JENIE FAWCKNER, Art Nuvo

NOVEMBER

8. NOVEMBER EXHIBITION

Montville Art Galler y is featuring the oil paintings of long time Bribie resident Dale Marsh. Dale has had a long, successful career as a professional artist and his works are in collections worldwide. New works are arriving for the November display and can be viewed at the galler y, open seven days, or online. when November 1 to 30

9. DIRECTOR’S CHOICE

See an eclectic collection of artists rotated weekly with a special showcasing of abstract paintings by relevant galler y artists at The G Contemporar y when November 1 to 30 where The G Contemporar y, 6/32 Hastings Street , Laguna on Hastings, Noosa Heads. 0400 716 526 or thegcontemporar y com

10. FIELDS AND FLOWERS 2024

DECEMBER

11. DECEMBER EXHIBITION

Montville Art Galler y will be featuring the larrikin humour of New South Wales artist Howard William Steer in December. A long-time supporter of the Flying Doctors, Howard’s original oils feature the iconic doctor in some not-so-serious situations. Works can be seen seven days at the galler y or online. when December 1 to 31

where Montville Art Galler y, 138 Main Street , Montville. 5442 9211 or montvilleartgaller y com.au

12. SUMMER COLLECTION

where Montville Art Galler y, 138 Main Street , Montville. 5442 9211 or montvilleartgaller y com.au

Jenie Fawckner is following up her sold-out exhibition at Art Nuvo with an array of original artworks for her Fields and Flowers 2024 solo exhibition. Jenie is from Toowoomba, where she gathers her inspiration from her garden and surrounds. The artworks will be available to view and purchase at the galler y or online. when November 1 to 16 where Art Nuvo, 25 Gloucester Road, Buderim. 5456 2445 or artnuvobuderim.com.au

See new works by galler y artists in time for Christmas at The G Contemporar y when December 1 to 31

where The G Contemporar y, 6/32 Hastings Street , Laguna on Hastings, Noosa Heads. 0400 716 526 or thegcontemporar y com 10

BUDERIM

Art Nuvo, 25 Gloucester Road, 5456 2445

Koningen Art, 0490 778 462

Tifany Jones, 0407 452 024

CALOUNDRA

Caloundra Regional Gallery, 22 Omrah Avenue, 5420 8299

COOLUM BEACH

Cool Art Picture Framing & Gallery, 5/43 Access Crescent, Coolum Beach. 5471 7366

COOROY

Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre, 11A Maple Street, 5442 6665

EUMUNDI

Apma Creations Aboriginal Art Gallery & Gif shop, Shop 3 Eumundi Village Centre, Eumundi, 0437 617 390

Artisans Gallery, 43 Caplick Way, 0409 848 098

David Suters Timber Crafsman, 43 Caplick Way, 0413 509 482

Red Desert Gallery, 43 Caplick Way, 0414 504 360

GLENVIEW

Opals Down Under, 11 Ballantyne Court, 5494 5400

Solitude Art, 163 Glenview Road, 0413 013 882

MALENY

David Linton Gallery, 14 Maple Street, 5429 6831

Maleny Art Direct, 21 Maple Street, 0413 885 220

Peace Of Green Gallery, 38 Maple Street, 5499 9311

MAPLETON

Art Antiques Antlers, 3/1 Post Ofice Road, 0414 782 079

MINYAMA

Sunshine Coast Art and Framing Gallery, 3 Longwood Street, Minyama, 5444 0009

MOFFAT BEACH

Seaview Artists Gallery, 4 Seaview Terrace, 0434 917 610

MONTVILLE

Ben Messina Landscapes Gallery, 178 Main Street, 5478 5164

Illume Creations Gallery, 4/127-133 Main Street, 5478 5440

Montville Antiques, 162 Main Street, 5442 9400

Montville Art Gallery, 138 Main Street, 5442 9211

Sally Hayes Art Studio, 6/133 Main Street, 0439 726 836

The Opalcutter, 4/171-183 Main Street, 5442 9598

Tina Cooper Art & Glass, 0417 194 329

MOOLOOLABA

Avenue J, 14/47-51 Mooloolaba Esplanade, 5444 4422

Bluechip Investment Art Galleries, 23/13 Mooloolaba Esplanade, 5452 5600

Gallery Beneath, 5444 7775

NOOSA HEADS

Art by Brooks, 41 Sunset Drive, 0417 071 336

Enigmatic Drawings, 75 Hastings Street, 0490 395 346

Hearts and Minds Art, 1 Hastings Street, 0407 840 745

Explore the region’s many galleries, artists’ studios and antiquestores from Noosa down to Caloundra.

Isabella’s Fine & Antique

Jewellery, 2/41-47 Hastings Street, 5449 2626

Poeta Herford On Hastings, 5/62 Hastings Street, 5455 4899

The G Contemporary,6/32

Hastings Street, 0400 716 526, 0400 716 553

NOOSAVILLE

Noosa Arts & Crafs, 1 Wallace Drive, 5474 1211

PALMWOODS

The Shed, 3-5 Main Street, 5479 6603

PEREGIAN BEACH

The Gallery Peregian Beach, 12 Grebe Street, 5448 2314

POMONA

Pomona Railway Station Gallery, 10 Station Street, 5485 2950

SIPPY DOWNS

University of the Sunshine Coast Art Gallery, 90 Sippy Downs Drive, 5459 4645

TEWANTIN

Gaiungan Gallery, 11b Tewantin Plaza, 113 Poinciana Avenue, 0401 742 678

Gallery93, 93 Poinciana Avenue, 0439 752 543

Noosa Regional Gallery, 9 Pelican Street, 5329 6145

TINBEERWAH

Art Tours Noosa, 0424 456 877

Phillips Gallery, 0406 198 300

YANDINA

Stevens Street Gallery, 2 Stevens Street, 0414 687 895

Yandina Historic House, 3 Pioneer Road, 5472 7181

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