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I love nothing more than spending a spring afternoon with my husband and two children at Caloundra’s Shelly Beach, breathing in the ocean air and drinking in the gorgeous sunset. It is my happy place!

This issue is also teeming with clever authors, artists, painters and sculptors, which is testament to the wonderful creative scene we have on our doorstep.Ihope you enjoy this wonderful season on the Sunshine Coast and find some inspiration among the pages of our spring issue of salt

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My favourite thing to do in spring is catching up with friends and enjoying the many wonderful outdoor eating venues on the Sunshine Coast.

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I enjoy early morning walks and watching the sunrise on Bradman Avenue. I love the warmer weather and longer days spent at the beach.

Husband and wife team, Lahnee and Pablo Pavlovich had fun exploring the iconic beachside haven of Mooloolaba, with its fabulous new playground and picnic area, and share all their tops tips for your next adventure there.

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Spring is my favourite season here on the Sunshine Coast. Warmer days, blue skies and the wildflower blooms – bliss!

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Spring is always such a beautiful season on the Sunshine Coast, the days are warming up, the winter clothes are getting packed away and we start to get a taste of the long, lazy summer days that will soon be upon us.

Ever y morning I walk along the beach with my camera. Photographs are given to you when you can be in the moment and wait for the story to unfold. I love being out in the changing light, appreciating this beautiful patch of the planet. There is no better start to the day. You can find out more about me and my work at kezignphotography.com.au or follow me at instagram.com/kezign

In this issuewe take you on a journey through beautiful Coolum. From the eclectic coffee culture to the colourful art scene, pristine beaches and scenic walks, it’s not hard to see why it is one of the Coast’s most loved beachside towns.

Surprisingly, we don’t see that many seagulls at Coolum early, so it was a treat to have this one drop in just as the sun burst through the horizon cloud. The low tide ripples provide the perfect backdrop for the gull against the rich, early light.

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We are so lucky to live in one of the most beautiful parts of the world and with a plethora of stunning beaches and lush rolling hinterland as our playground, we sure are spoilt for choice.

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When she hears people comment: “I can’t do that – I’m 60”, she responds clearly.

Wearing sneakers and her long blonde hair ﬂowing loosely, Barbara bounds up the tree-shaded path of their 52-acre Buderim mountain-top compound to meet me. She shows no signs of jetlag despite having returned from Europe just the day before.So, what is her secret to staying young?

“Well, I’m like, I’m 60 and I can do that. I can get up those

As the CEO of the highly successful Pease International, which she runs with her internationally renowned body language expert husband Allan, she is one of Australia’s most productive female authors. Barbara has co-written 14 top 10 bestsellers, 11 of which reached number one and were translated into 57 languages. She has sold more than 30 million books, written four international stage plays and had a number one box ofﬁce movie based on one of her books Why Men Don’t Listen and Women Can’t ReadMaps – all while presenting seminars in 60 countries. She is also patron of No More Fake Smiles, a Sunshine Coast charity supporting victims

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HAVING JUST TURNED 60, author and motivator Barbara Pease has a totally ageless approach to life and readily shrugs off any stereotype of what being 60 should look like.

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“The mind is the most powerful thing,” she insists. “If you think you’re ageing, your mind will gladly do that for you. I don’t think like that and I don’t put limitations on myself, because I think I can do everything that everyone else can do.”

At 12, she held three jobs while still a star pupil at school. In her early twenties, she was approached by a regional newspaper and before long was managing the feature section

At 43, Barbara gave birth to her son Brandon through IVF, and a few years later at 46, did the same with daughter, Bella. When she was pregnant with Brandon, her two stepdaughters were also pregnant at the same time. She recalls going to a baby shower with one of her stepdaughters, Jaz. A fellow guest commented that it was lovely to see two friends celebrating their pregnancies together.

She also has no plans to retire anytime soon – despite her own mother’s regular encouragement. “With my mum’s generation, that’s what you looked forward to. But I actually love what I do and that’s the difference. That’s what we teach men and women all over the world – when you actually love what you do, what do you retire to? You only retire from something you’re not enjoying.

“ i can’t imagine retiring … I’ve got so much life, goals and things to achieve yet ”

“I’m a mum and a grandma at the same time in terms of having children the same age. So I’m a different grandparent, because when the grandkids come over here, they’ve got kids the same age to play with.”

In fact, Barbara believes ageing is all in the mind. “Absolutely, I don’t feel 60. I don’t act it. I don’t dress like it. When I was in Italy, a lady was trying to help me buy a dress. She brought a dress out and held it up to me and said, ‘What do you think about that?’ I said, ‘I’m not that old. I wouldn’t wear a dress like that’. Allan burst out laughing. He just looked at me and said, ‘You’re 60’.”

Work has never been something this colourful and fabulous woman has shied away from.

This mother of six (three biological children and three stepchildren) and grandmother of nine, has never been one to bow to convention.

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When it comes to her wardrobe, Barbara loves colour, dresses – shorter rather than longer – scarves and wedges.

“I just can’t imagine retiring. Everyone needs to do what they want to do. Retiring for me? No, I’m going out in a body bag. I’m not retiring. I am doing what I love to do. Even if I wasn’t travelling the world, and doing seminars, and affecting people’s lives, I’d ﬁnd something to do. I’ve got so much life, goals and things to achieve yet.”

“I said, ‘This is my daughter and she’s carrying my grandson’, and Jaz said, ‘This is my mum and she’s carrying my brother’,” Barbara recalls. “We’re a very unusual family.

stairs. I can do anything that anyone else can. I don’t even have a visualisation of me being 60. I still feel as though I’m in my twenties. I think that’s the secret, think like you’re in your twenties.” Good health and wellbeing also help. Barbara doesn’t wear make-up unless she’s going somewhere, always uses a natural moisturiser, drinks lots of water and eats primarily a plant-based diet – having ﬁsh and chicken only occasionally, and very occasionally a glass of wine.

With young children and an international business to run, you would think the Peases would be exhausted. But Barbara and Allan have few plans to slow down.

“Allan’s 71. Every 10 years we go to Portoﬁno and take a photo from the same place. When we turn 70 and 80, because there’s 11 years difference, we’ll take the same shot and walk up the same path to the church. So we’ve already set that goal,” she tells salt

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selling more than $1 million worth of advertising in her ﬁrst year. She later opened her own modelling agency and ran courses to teach people about deportment and grooming to help them ﬁnd jobs.

She starts each day at 4.30am. “Because we run an international business, I get on to my computer and ﬁnd I get more work done in that very short period of time before the kids and Allan get up.”

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“My parents didn’t have any money,” she conﬁdes. “So I realised at a very young age, if I wanted anything, I had to buy it myself. I bought my own car. Bought my own clothes. I had the ability to make money.

“When I got my pay cheque I would buy fresh bread and cheese, that we wouldn’t normally buy. I’d save half [the wage] and spend the rest on my family or myself. I don’t know how I knew, but I had to ﬁnd mentors. Every person who came into my life whether it was a teacher or whoever, they would mentor me.”

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Three mornings a week, she drives her daughter to basketball practice at 6am, and goes for a walk while she’s waiting. Back home she prepares breakfast for the family and then goes into the home ofﬁce to work. She fasts until lunch time. “That’s how your body heals – by not eating. If you eat just a little, your body is working hard digesting

Bedtime is around 9.30pm when they might watch something on TV. “We watch educational things and people who are out there, whom we admire. We are always educating ourselves on life. Everyone should be doing that, no matter what age they are.”

The couple particularly enjoy watching the politically incorrect American comedian, political commentator, and television show host Bill Maher. “He talks about things most people won’t – with no apology.”

them fascinating. They both speak their mind and are criticised by the world for having a different point of view. I admire their conviction. We need people who think differently.”

Other invitees would include Michelle Obama, Lucille Ball and Meryl Streep – “all strong women who’ve lived life their way”, and Christopher Hitchens, controversial author of God is not Great And of course, husband Allan. “He’s cheeky, he would entertain, and he loves people who think outside the box too.”

“Music-wise, I’d have to have Barbra Streisand. If you think about her life and all the challenges that she had. People told her she wasn’t good enough. They wanted her to have plastic surgery. She kept true to herself. So I’d deﬁnitely love to sit down and talk to her. I ﬁnd her amazing.”

In fact, Bill Maher would be top on her list of guests at an imaginary dinner party along with Elon Musk. “I ﬁnd both of

“ you are more equipped at a mature age than ever before. Now is the time to run life on your terms”

Come 2pm, she and Allan go to their “happy place’’, the on-site gym, to walk and talk in the pool. “Half an hour walking in the pool burns up more energy than an hour’s walk,” she says. “And Sunday morning is our time, too. We walk to the village and sit and have a chai. Nobody else is around. I look forward to that.”

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Working, living and playing together 24/7 as the pair do, Barbara says she lives by three words: respect, love and passion. “Don’t let age stop you from pursuing your passions and pushing your boundaries. If not now, then when? You are more equipped at a mature age than ever before. Now is the time to run life on your terms. And when writing the story of your life, make sure you’re the one holding the pen!”

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Right at the heart of this resort will be its Country Club. Palm Springs by theme, just like the rest of the resort, you’d be forgiven for thinking you were on a five-star international holiday while visiting here.

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If you go for a drive to Beerwah on the second Saturday of the month you will find a wonderful hinterland shopping experience. Beerwah’s iconic Simpson Street turns into a fanfare of fun with its community markets. The BEERWAH TOWER GREEN MARKET is packed with stalls selling bespoke gifts, local art, homewares, freshly picked local produce and more. It’s a wonderful way to shop local and support artisans. There is also amazing live music from local musos and delicious food and coffee available. The markets are organised by the QCWA Beerwah branch, a not-for-profit organisation that has been supporting the Beerwah community for over 70 years. Find event details at the Beerwah Tower Green Market Facebook page.

Have you visited the new beachfront parkland precinct at Mooloolaba? The breathtaking spot, nestled between the Alexandra Headland and Mooloolaba Esplanade, extends 350 metres along the coastline offering hours of healthy and active fun. The one-hectare MOOLOOLABA NORTHERN PARKLAND features a 200-metre accessible boardwalk, open grass spaces to picnic, play ball, or host weddings and entertainment events; sheltered barbecues, dining tables and public toilets. Children can have hours of fun in the state-of-the-art adventure playground featuring a multidimensional climbing net, large swing set and nature-inspired pandanus play towers and slides. It’s the perfect way to spend a spring day. Find the Mooloolaba Northern Parkland along Mooloolaba Esplanade.

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Tucked in the Noosa hinterland town of Pomona, the POMONA RAILWAY STATION GALLERY is a must-visit. It is surrounded by lush gardens with a backdrop of Mount Cooroora. When the original railway station was scheduled to be demolished by Queensland Rail, community spirit rallied and the locals worked together to acquire the buildings, moving them from the railway line to its place now. Since opening in March 2001, the volunteer-run gallery has grown from two buildings to now five, creating unique spaces for creative art and crafts. Throughout the year visitors can enjoy a range of exhibitions as well as the popular Art Market in the Paddock. The next event is happening on September 24 and is a great opportunity to meet the artists, buy original art and discover local handmade products from artisans located around the Noosa hinterland and coast. Find Pomona Railway Station Gallery at 10 Station Street, Pomona. 5485 2950

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Did you know the region has nine community PARKRUN events every week? They are free and inclusive events that run world-wide. Here on the Coast, the events are set amongst our beautiful parks and open spaces. While it is a five-kilometre run, there is no time limit and no one finishes last. Everyone is welcome to come along, whether you walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate. There is a real community feel to it, with all the family welcome, from kids through to grandparents. The salt office may have to rally up a few team members to give it a go! Find events at Baringa, Brightwater, Glass House Mountains, Golden Beach, Kawana, Maleny, Mudjimba, Nambour and Noosaville. Registration is free and available at parkrun.com.au/register

With one of the highest concentrations of artists anywhere in the world, it’s no wonder the region’s annual sculpture festival has grown. SCULPTURE ON THE EDGE has moved to the beautiful Flaxton Gardens and now has the capacity to display indoor and outdoor sculptures across a variety of media. This is the annual event for Arts Connect and is on for 15 days from November 20 through to December 4. Last year the event attracted about 7000 visitors and it is hoped this number will grow to 10,000 in 2022. The new venue is accessible-friendly and includes ample parking, ramps, flat outdoor areas and an airconditioned indoor space. Arts Connect is a Sunshine Coast- based, volunteer-run, art organisation with about 200 members working in all different areas of visual art. Sculpture on the Edge is at Flaxton Gardens, 313-327 Flaxton Drive, sculptureontheedge.com.auFlaxton.

It might not be much of a secret, but a trip to Gympie to board the region’s historic train is a not-to-be-missed experience. THE MARY VALLEY RATTLER is a heritage rail journey through the stunning Mary Valley. The steam train departs the historic Gympie Station on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays and an all-access carriage provides special facilities for wheelchair and other assisted-access passengers. The three-hour journey captures the beauty and history of the rich agricultural and former gold mining region from the comfort of beautifully restored heritage carriages dating back to 1924. The popular Pets on Board service allows passengers to share the experience with their favourite four-legged friend. The Rusty Rails Café and Gympie Station is open seven days, with great breakfast, brunch or lunch options created from locally sourced produce. Find the station at 10 Tozer Street, Gympie. 5482 2750 or maryvalleyrattler.com.au

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There is something special about spending a night under the stars and gazing through a telescope. It’s a chance to escape our busy routines, switch off and learn a bit about the incredible universe, or simply just be mesmerised by it. MALENY OBSERVATORY holds regular public telescope nights and they are a magical experience for people of all ages. These evenings provide an opportunity for the public to learn a little about astronomy and to observe amazing astronomical objects through some impressive telescopes. The night also includes a presentation, followed by laser guided tour. As a dedicated observatory of the Brisbane Astronomical Society, the organisation has been running dark sky telescope nights at the Maleny Golf Club site for the past five years. The public nights run on dates that suit moon cycles, with upcoming events on October 1, 29 and November 26, subject to weather. Head up before sunset with chairs or a picnic rug as astronomy enthusiasts set up their telescopes before the sky turns into a magical starry night. Status updates on specific events are posted on the Sunshine Coast Astronomy – QLD Facebook pages closer to the event. bas.asn.au/about-maleny-observatory

From stunning coastal walks and lush hinterland trails, to challenging summit hikes for adrenaline junkies, the Sunshine Coast is bursting with opportunities to put on your WALKING BOOTS and explore. The region has 39,835 hectares of national parks, state forests and reserves, so there is bound to be a walk for everyone – no matter your age or fitness level. With stunning waterfalls, secret swimming holes and jaw-dropping views, plus family and dog-friendly trails, there is so much to discover. Check out the Glass House Mountains, Kondalilla, Conondale or Mapleton national parks or the relatively unknown Dularcha National Park tunnel track between Landsborough and Mooloolah. For dog lovers, take the family friendly fig tree walk in the Imbil State Forest near Kenilworth. Check out parks.des.qld.gov.au for the latest safety information on walking tracks and national parks in the region.

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Have you visited the newest link of the coastal pathway? Head down to Dicky Beach and take a walk or scenic cycle along a new 500-metre section of pathway from Cooroora Street through to Dicky Beach Skatepark. It is part of the 73-kilometre COASTAL PATHWAY NETWORK – the Sunshine Coast’s longest and most popular shared pathway, extending from Bells Creek in the south to Coolum in the north. The pathway is split into nine segments that runs beside beaches, parks and leisure areas. Whether you’re looking for a half day cycling adventure or just a beachside stroll, there is something for everyone.

Whether you are a history buff or not, a visit to the EUMUNDI MUSEUM is an essential part the town’s experience. Sitting in the main street across from the famous markets, the museum recently underwent significant renovations and a complete overhaul of the exhibitions. Its permanent displays introduce Eumundi’s past, including Indigenous history, early settlers, the timber industry, natural history plus more. Temporary displays cover varying topics and fine art displays are frequently featured in the next door Wan’din’in Gallery. The museum includes significant objects, old photos, touch screens with videos, maps and a birdsong game, plus bugs in resin for children to hold and draw. The Eumundi Museum is open from 10am to 3pm Tuesday to Saturday at 73 Memorial Drive and entry is free. eumundimuseum.org Yellow Gold Hollow

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has a proud surf club culture and lifesavers have patrolled the waters since 1919, with the water also the playground of pro surfer Julian Wilson. The Coolum Beach Surf Club is open daily and a great place to enjoy a bite to eat and watch the waves roll in.

1800s sugarcane was planted in the area and by the 1920s a considerable expansion of the industry took place. Cane farming provided the main source of ﬁnancial stability in the district until the beginning of tourism in the 1960s.

The shopping and dining precinct runs along David Low Way and is fronted by a large grassy beachfront park and skate ramp. It’s the perfect place for families and friends to enjoy a barbecue, play cricket or kick a ball now that spring is in the air. With a range of ﬁne dining and casual eateries you’ll never go hungry in Coolum. From a plethora of cafes, including French, Japanese and Thai cuisines, it’s best to take a stroll and

It is believed the name Coolum is derived from the local Aboriginal word “gulum” or “kulum” meaning blunt or headless, and refers to the shape of Mount Coolum, which has no peak. Prior to European settlement, the Coolum district was the traditional land of the Inabara or Yinneburra clan of the Undanbi tribe of Aboriginal people and part of the larger Kabi Kabi

Today, ﬁrst and foremost, Coolum draws visitors in for its spectacular beaches, and of course, nearby Mount Coolum attracts many a hiker for an obligatory summit photo.

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HUGGING THE COASTLINE where sparkling blue water laps golden sand, discovering the seaside strip of Coolum Beach is like stepping into a world where laid-back lifestyle meets vibrant holiday town.

This friendly beachside town – with its lively food, art and entertainment scene – is a popular holiday or day trip destination and attracts its fair share of locals to enjoy its idyllic setting.

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To the local community it is simply home and an absolute slice of paradise at that. You won’t have to ask anyone twice about why they love living there – it is almost evident as soon as you reach the ‘Welcome to Coolum Beach’ sign.

The main beach directly opposite the town centre is patrolled year-round and great for swimming and surﬁng.

As one of the town’s most well-known painters, Owen Cavanagh has a solid reputation for creating stunning surf art and murals, including the piece along the Sunshine Motorway near the Sunshine Coast Airport. Owen recently opened Studio 53 Art & Surf Culture on Quanda Road where he showcases his art as well as other local artists and renowned surﬁng pieces.

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Coolum is also a ﬁtness mecca with a range or gyms and ﬁtness groups scattered throughout the suburb. There is everything from functional training to boxing gyms, and studios to practise yoga and Pilates.

“ There is a fantastic coffee culture around town with plenty of places to find your morning cup before going for a swim or a walk along the beach”

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Just to the north is the Coolum Sports Complex, which is also home to a range of local sporting teams including netball, touch, rugby league, football, cricket and tennis. There is also an aquatic centre, and just out of town within the industrial area is the Blast Aqua Park Coolum, which is a great day out for all ages.

and is popular for local theatre productions, events and functions. The Sunshine Coast Council multi-functional facility is a sister site to Venue 114 at Bokarina. The town also has a colourful arts scene and is home to many creators. Coolum Art Collective has been active since 1968 and holds two major exhibitions each year. The upcoming Spring Art Exhibition is on from September 30 to October 2 at Coolum Civic Centre, with more than 200 works on offer.

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Coolum plays host to many beautiful walkways

There is a fantastic coffee culture around town with plenty of places to ﬁnd your morning cup before going for a swim or walk along the beach. A town favourite is Compound Surf and Drink Coffee which is nestled in the back streets of Coolum and well worth seeking out.

see what tickles your fancy, or grab a takeaway and have a picnic. If you’re looking for dinner, Mr Mancino is perfect for Italian cuisine, or Bombay Bliss does wonderful Indian from its exquisite venue with sunken lounge seating. Canteen Kitchen and Bar is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and offers an eclectic mix of dishes showcasing the Sunshine Coast’s best fresh produce. Alley Cat Coolum is also a great all-round venue for coffee and food by day and drinks and live music by night.

The town is also playing host to the Skyline Attractions giant Ferris wheel until November 1. The wheel offers breathtaking views from comfortable gondolas, which rise 35 metres into the air.

Coolum is also bustling with community events for all ages including the popular Salty Saturdays at Jack Morgan Park. Held on the second and fourth Saturday of the month from 1pm to 7pm, it showcases live music, free entertainment, delicious food and is a chance to support local artisans.

Coolum Civic Centre is the entrainment hub of the town

Speaking with salt, Ryan, who grew up surﬁng the waves at Coolum, says the locals are the heart of the town and create a lively and inviting culture.

Located 10 minutes from Hastings Street with free parking, Noosa Civic has all your shopping needs covered in air-conditioned comfort.

The giant Ferris wheel at Lions and Norrie Job Park

“I absolutely love owning a gym in Coolum and Coolum has my heart and soul,” he says.

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“I grew up as a kid surﬁng at Coolum so to know Coolum as it used to be versus what it is now and what it is going to become in the next three to ﬁve years is absolutely amazing.”

Local James Nicholson working on a sculpture at Stumers Creek

Noting a great deal of positive growth in Coolum in recent years, especially since opening his gym, Ryan says Coolum is thriving. “The growth in the town has been exponential. Seeing business grow, people grow and local community events grow –seeing the Ferris wheel – it is really putting Coolum on the map.

“Coolum has an absolutely amazing community. We are tight-knit and like a family – it is so infectious. We have members that own cafes and local businesses, so when you walk along the front street everyone knows each other. It has that real small-town feel. Everyone is so welcoming too. I see it in the gym when people come in from the outside area, and it’s the same when you go down to the local community cafes. The culture is amazing.”

For anyone heading to Coolum for a getaway, Coolum Beach Holiday Park is one of the best spots on the Coast. Right on the beach and with newly refurbished amenities, it attracts many campers and caravanners looking for a seaside break. It’s also perfect for a holiday-at-home staycation. There are also hotels and resorts to choose from close to the town centre.

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While you’re in Coolum make sure to visit Mount Coolum in the Mount Coolum National Park. Climb the steps to the summit – which is 208 metres above sea level – and enjoy stunning 360-degree views stretching from Point Cartwright and the Glass House Mountains in the south to the Blackhall Range in the west, and Noosa Heads to the north.

Coolum really has it all and is perfect for a visit this spring.

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Browse and compare the latest outdoor adventure vehicles, caravans, camper trailers, boats, four-wheel drives, hybrids and more at this year’s Sunshine Coast Expo. Explore dozens of complementary companies, including holiday and tourism, vehicle accessories, camping equipment, insurance services, tools and gadgets to help you plan your next adventure. There will be plenty to see and do across the whole weekend, with more than 130 exhibiting companies, live entertainment and great prizes to be won. when September 23 to 25 where Sunshine Coast Stadium, 31 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina visit sunshinecoaststadium.com.au

LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL Mad About Theatre is back to take over the stage in a flurry of pink. Legally Blonde The Musical follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances, it’s fabulously fun. when October 7 and 8 and October 21 and 22 where The J, 60 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads and The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra visit thej.com.au

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Celebrating 15 years, the family friendly Caloundra Music Festival is set to offer plenty of new and returning performers. Keeping the reduced footprint and layout adopted in 2021, the beachside venue offers an intimate celebration of music across three days of sun, surf and soul. Among the line-up will be Art vs Science, Baker Boy, Ben Lee, The Presets, Client Liaison and Missy Higgins. when September 30 to October 2 where Kings Beach Amphitheatre visit caloundramusicfestival.com

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As the biggest Olympic-distance 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.

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Walk, run or team up to raise funds to support Sunshine Coast patients and families. The annual Wishlist Fun Run is great fun for schools, families, individuals and corporate team building. The event gives you the opportunity to get active with two-, five- and 10-kilometre courses around Lake Kawana, with water views the entire time. There’s something for everyone with live entertainment, face painting, jumping castle and food. when October 16

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species, plus two-dimensional art media. Be captivated by the knowledge the students have acquired in the creative process as highlighted in each artist statement. The botanic garden also boasts a cafe and open garden spaces to enjoy on your visit. when September 16 to October 3 where Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden visit botanic-garden.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

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Come and experience breathtaking views aboard Skyline Attractions’ giant Ferris wheel at Coolum. Take in 360-degree views of the seaside town and its surrounds from 35 metres in the air in comfortable gondolas, including one with wheelchair accessibility. Operating day and night it is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the warmer spring weather, or a romantic date night surrounded by the 9000 lights that cover the wheel. when until November 1 where Lions and Norrie Job Park, Coolum Beach visit skylineattractions.com.au TILL NOV

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As one of Australia’s biggest regional short film festivals, Heart of Gold presents a unique mix of charming country town tradition and international arts culture for an experience unlike anything else on the national festival scene. Alongside four days of international and Australian short films, the festival will host virtual reality and video art works, and an outdoor festival hub featuring live music and storytelling with a focus on film, First Nations storytelling and the environment. when October 27 to 30 where Gympie Showgrounds, 77 Exhibition Road, Gympie visit

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Get involved in the Noosa art scene and visit the private workshops and studios of 100 remarkable local artists during the Noosa Open Studios Art Trail. As Queensland’s largest open studios event this is your invitation to meet the artists behind the art. Visit painters and potters, ceramicists, sculptors, metalworkers and more on art trails from coast to countryside around the Noosa region. Take home your favourite pieces and be creatively inspired with art workshops and gallery visits. when October 1 to 9 where various locations visit noosaopenstudios.com.au

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Don’t miss the iconic Sunshine Coast Comedy Festival this November as a host of comedians take over for four days of stand-up events from the coast to the hinterland. Back for a bigger and better-than-ever comedy bender, this year will see more than 35 shows across more than 12 locations. The side-splitting line-up features Tommy Little, Cal Wilson, Ivan Aristeguieta and Heath Franklin with more still to be announced. when November 10 to 13 where various locations visit sunshinecoastcomedyfestival.com

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“I’m not just passionate about the community. I’m passionate about the village I live in. I’m passionate to call it home. It’s a town that seems to draw so many like-minded souls together.”

YOU CAN HEAR Katie Harvison’s passion for life in her voice; you can feel it seeping from her soul.

It was 1999 when Katie and husband Trent arrived on the Sunshine Coast in search of a sea change. At the time, Eumundi was more country than coastal village and its natural charm called to the Sydney-siders who were longing to escape the city for a slower pace.

She speaks with enthusiasm for her family, her art, her work and her town – the quaint village of Eumundi, which inspires her on many levels.

“There is something in the water in Eumundi,” Katie says with a gentle laugh.

“As soon as we discovered Eumundi, we knew it was something special. Beautiful big wide main street, historic buildings, two cracker pubs and a great live music scene,

Katie was working in corporate public relations and realised she had the capability to work from anywhere in the “Iworld.spent my twenties backpacking to far-ﬂung spots between PR and media contracts,” she tells salt

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“The village… has certainly grown up a lot in the last 20 plus years, but it still has that laid-back groove and friendliness, and the colour and creativity that drew us in in the Katiebeginning.”feltthe pull of that creativity and was drawn to the kaleidoscope of talent, art, craft and beauty of the Original EumundiEstablishedMarkets.in1979, the market had its start with three stalls, which attracted a total of eight visitors. Through the late ’80s and ’90s it steadily grew in popularity among tourists and locals alike, and today is one of the largest craft and artisan markets in Australia. It attracts around 1.2 million people each year.

Coast’s live music scene, helping to promote bands and festival events. She and Trent are also the brains behind the much-loved Starry Nights mobile outdoor movie concept.

“I became entrenched in the community. I focused more on things I love,” she reﬂects.

And this is where you will ﬁnd Katie every Wednesday and Saturday. It’s hard to miss her among the bold patterns and bright colours that feature in her clothing stall.

a sensational market, and a fab Hare Krishna restaurant that is no longer here, but as a couple of vegos it certainly clinched the deal for us. We found a cute little Queenslander cottage and were smitten.”

While this work has established Katie as a local identity, there is still so much more to discover about this creative woman who says stumbling across Eumundi was nothing short of life-changing.

Her products are created right there in Eumundi at Katie’s

The change of pace gave Katie the opportunity to work on projects close to her heart. As the years passed she moved away from the corporate world and into an industry with a little more soul – music.

“ as a child of the ’70s… terry towelling was big. it brought back that nostalgia, that sense of comfort, of retro goodness”

Each garment, designed and individually hand-cut by Katie, is a one-off piece. She outsources the machine work to a Sunshine Coast seamstress.“Iﬁnd the designing and cutting quite meditative in a weird way.” Katie tells salt. “I listen to podcasts and get in the zone.

You’ll find Katie’s Red Fish Blue Fish store in the handmade section of the Original Eumundi Markets, which are located at 80 Memorial Drive, Eumundi. Market days are Wednesdays, 8am to 2pm and Saturdays, 7am to 2pm.

With large bi-fold doors overlooking the garden, this room is Katie’s Zen place. Her “side hustle” Red Fish Blue Fish centres on comfortable and quirky beachwear and has steadily grown since launching 21 years ago.

“I was working at home on my computer in my home ofﬁce and I really wanted to be involved in the markets in the village that I had moved to,” Katie recalls.

With time the business grew and Katie added a line of drawstring elastic pants, skirts and shorts to her beach coat collection. Known for being a hardy material, the clothes wear well and are loved by everyone from children to grey nomads.

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“As a child of the ’70s… terry towelling was big. It brought back that nostalgia, that sense of comfort, of retro goodness.”

“I haven’t followed any design trends. I’ve just been on this funny little journey on my own for a long time. My clothes are not mass produced. It was never an idea to make a million dollars. I wanted to make something bespoke that will last, and celebrate quality slow fashion.

“I like a creative outlet. If I’m not doing that, I’m painting and playing with clay, which I’ve dabbled in over the years. If you are a maker, you are a maker. If you’re a creative, you’re a creative.”

“I always enjoyed making things – anything crafty. I got the wheels turning and thought about what would be a good ﬁt for Eumundi. When my son Jack was approaching one, I made him a little beach coat and realised the potential in beach retro clothing.

purpose-built studio, which is located under the family home. It is a creative mess – wall-to-wall with fabrics spilling from cutting tables and onto the ﬂoor. Outside, chickens roam freely among the green plants, their soft clucking providing a unique soundtrack.

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WHEN KATIE JOHNSTON couldn’t ﬁnd enough philanthropists to fund her social justice projects, she decided to become one herself.

and founder of EATS, a certiﬁed social enterprise that appears as an ordinary restaurant but is so much more.

Her work resulted in a nomination as a ﬁnalist in this year’s Young Business Woman of the Year category in the Sunshine Coast Business Women’s Network (SCBWN) Awards. Last year, EATS was a ﬁnalist in the Social Impact category of the Sunshine Coast Business Awards.

Katie describes EATS as a true social enterprise – a business that operates for profit but then invests that profit in purpose-driven activities. The profits go to two areas: expanding the business and helping others.

The aim is to empower people who do not have the ﬁnancial resources themselves by offering them the opportunity to run and proﬁt-share in their own café, as well as offering formal training opportunities in the hospitality sector.

That was no easy task, especially for a young woman with no business experience. But she was – and still is – a woman on a mission. That mission is to genuinely make a difference by assisting some of the world’s most disadvantaged people escape poverty – a lofty goal, but one that she is well on her way to Katierealising.isthedirector

“We’re a for-purpose driven business, so our little fears and insecurities just fall to the wayside when you’ve got people who are starving and dying, and you can change that.”

“For the ﬁrst time ever, I saw really hardcore poverty. You’ve got people in Gucci walking past other people with maggots crawling through their legs. It really solidiﬁed for me that there is inequality and injustice, and the world is out of balance everywhere,” she says.

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South Wales with instilling in her the values of resilience, persistence and hard work.

“A lot of our work behind the scenes engages disadvantaged youth and helps set them up for life so they can escape generational poverty,” Katie says. “It’s pretty cool, and it deﬁnitely gives a lot of ﬁre in the belly.”

She launched the ﬁrst EATS at the Eumundi Markets in 2018, and opened another about a year later at Sunshine Plaza, Maroochydore. She is excited to announce that another four EATS will open before the end of the year, with three on the Coast and one in Brisbane. Work is also underway to open an EATS in Peru, South America, where Katie aims to replicate her business model and partner with some of the poorest communities in that country.

That ﬁre has been burning for Katie since as a young woman she was confronted with the sight of people with rotting limbs on a street in Thailand.

“That experience kind of really shook me awake. I thought, I just can’t do this with my eyes closed anymore. Since then, I’ve been trying to make a difference in the world.”She also credits her upbringing on a farm in rural New

“My dad always had a positive attitude, even though he’s gone through such hard times. But every day he would jump out of bed because he had a purpose and a passion to feed the Katie,world.”who studied behavioural science and organisational psychology at university, worked with social enterprise groups in Kenya, where she worked on a project building food forests, and in Nepal, with an organisation that empowers women to run their own businesses.

“We’re also partnering up with SevGen, an Indigenous not-for-proﬁt organisation, and we’ll be bringing kids out who are troubled youth from the desert country to do paid internships,” says Katie. “So that’s a pretty cool project we’ve got on the brew.

“When you grow up on a working farm and that’s your livelihood, and you have a seven-year drought, you learn to harden the f***k up. There are so many things that are out of your control. I know it’s kind of cliché but you’ve got to get up and dust yourself off and go again. And you just become more and more resilient because of that. Challenges should be embraced, not avoided.

The business model is one that aims to be selfsustainable, with inspiration taken from huge franchises such as McDonalds, so the systems in place can be easily maintained by managers and Katie can focus on expansion.

But she grew increasingly frustrated by the extreme difﬁculties in securing funding for the projects. It was while venting this frustration to a business consultant friend that he suggested she start her own business. They chose the restaurant industry, as it was a high-ﬂow business and offered the chance to engage a lot of people.

The extensive EATS menu features what Katie calls “classic Aussie favourites”, with a range of burgers, salads, all-day breakfasts, toasties, wraps and more.

“Our goal is to go nationwide, and international. And we’ve got the mentors and contacts and, hopefully soon, the resources to be able to do that.

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through the writing and publishing process.

She is an award-winning ghostwriter, mum to two beautiful children, a mentor, an ambassador for Sunshine Coast child abuse advocacy group No More Fake Smiles, and now a published author.

Roxanne is walking, talking proof that it is possible to be kind and still be a business powerhouse.

ROXANNE MCCARTY-O’KANE HAS a way with words.

Lilly, 10, is a creative who Roxanne describes as the “heart of the family”. “She has taught me one of the biggest lessons in how to tap into your emotions and to be okay with how you’re experiencing something, to be okay with what you are

“After years of ghostwriting some of the most impactful books I have read, I realised that there are thousands of people desperate to share their knowledge and experience through the written word. They are stuck without a roadmap to layout the pathway,” she says.

Not only is she able to weave them into powerful stories, but she also values their meaning and the raw emotion they can Whenevoke.

Establishing a positive mindset and positive self-talk was a hurdle for Roxanne herself, and she credits her children as her biggest teachers and motivators.

The non-ﬁction title is the ﬁrst in Roxanne’s Ignite & Write trilogy, which is designed to step aspiring authors

“I know that they too take my mentoring and wellbeing lessons on board. I know because of the stuff that comes out of their

In a world of chaos, she brings the calm and her genuine smile has the ability to light up any room.

In 2018 while employed as a journalist she launched the Roxanne McCarty-O’Kane Writer ghostwriting and mentoring business, working through the nights to establish the business. In late 2019 Roxanne took a leap of faith and resigned from her day job to take her venture full-time. She has since written dozens of books for people from all walks of life, helping to shape their words into inspiring prose.

“I came into parenthood thinking I’d rule the roost,” she laughs. “My kids have taught me so much. This has allowed me to relax and open up and learn lessons from them every day. For example, my eldest Lilly is such an unapologetically conﬁdent kid. She embraces that and doesn’t feel like she has to turn her light down.

In August, her career came full circle following the publication of her own book, The Mindful Author.

“The Mindful Author takes readers by the hand and guides them through the process… and over those mindset hurdles.”

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you speak with Roxanne she stops and listens, acknowledging and considering each word carefully before responding – always with kindness, clarity and understanding.

This mother-of-two is a rising star on the Sunshine Coast’s business scene and a celebrated community member who has steadily gained her following through years of dedication and hard work.

“Wemouths.hadafunny situation recently where my husband Chris was walking down the hallway with our daughter Lilly clinging to his leg. He said jokingly, ‘I’ve got a growth’, and our son Lincoln calls out, ‘Don’t you mean a growth mindset?’ They are real sponges and it’s incredible to see.”

The apple hasn’t fallen far from the tree.

an old soul. He’s just always been a really deep thinker.

“I ‘published’ my ﬁrst book when I was in my ﬁnal year of primary school. It was aptly called School Journal Part 4 Number 2 and had a strong ocean theme, with short stories, articles and poetry about sea life,” she laughs.

“It really is unique,” Roxanne says. “We really started to see Lincoln stepping into his storytelling through his music. He started learning the guitar at seven and he would actually write his own lyrics. The messages coming through in those lyrics were amazing how peace was always better than war, about being friends. A really strong message of unity and connectedness.“Fromamother’s perspective, I’ve always felt that he had

Roxanne with her husband Chris, son Lincoln and daughter Lilly

The colourful children’s book follows the story of a young seedling who inspires much older forest trees to work together to overcome a veil of negativity that plagues their home because of Shade Man, the story’s villain.

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Then there is nine-year-old Lincoln who in August became one of Australia’s youngest published authors with the release of Sprout’s Idea

“I’m pleased to see our kids be comfortable in who they are, to be able to stand up and own themselves, warts and all. They’ve taught me how to do that for myself.

And it’s good. So good in fact that it gained national attention with celebrated Australian writer and author of the much-loved children’s Treehouse books Andy Grifﬁths endorsing the title.

“I was very comfortable hiding behind my notepad and computer screen for a very long time. I realised that if I’m encouraging other people to be brave and stand up and share their stories, then I had to do the same thing. Taking the time to be comfortable in myself and my story allowed me to reach a place where I can help encourage others.”

Roxanne says everyone has a tale to tell. Some of us just need a little help with unearthing that story.

“It featured a cardboard cover that held stapled paper pages and this was the ﬁrst and only time I have ever accompanied my words with illustrations. An avid bookworm beforehand, this project earned me an A++ and provided the initial spark for a future career in journalism.”

thinking and feeling. She is such an empathetic little sweetheart. She feels emotion in her body.”

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Owner of Gaiungan Gallery Studio of Fine Art in Tewantin, Mu-raay is a Gamilaroi man, storyteller, cultural teacher and professional artist.

“My passion is to see my people remember themselves, for who they were, what we stood for and what we will be again.“I desire for our non-indigenous brothers and sisters to hear, see, and understand, through what I paint and teach, a greater understanding of what it is to be Australian.”

“Each work holds deep ethical, moral and spiritual attributes painted directly and purposefully into the canvas.”

In his role as caretaker and translator of this knowing, Mu-raay always takes the time to speak with, and share the stories with his clients.

“My works are truly and simply my palm cards, these works hold the teachings of my old ones, the stories of our most ancient Combiningknowings.”hisartistic ﬁnesse and 30 years in cultural teaching, Mu-raay’s creations overﬂow with purpose and meaning. The genesis of his styles are as numerous as the works on display. All Dreaming stories painted by Mu-raay have the personal approval and permission from the Elders holding that story.

PETER ‘MU-RAAY DJERIPI’ Mulcahy’s artworks have a proud, deep-rooted connection to his ancestral lineage. Their coded lines and geometric designs beckons their audience to rediscover the ancient translation.

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“As the fortunate benefactor of so many truly exceptional Elders throughout my life, I have been ﬁlled with both awe and knowledge,” Mu-raay says.

This calling began Mu-raay’s 30-year career in art, storytelling, cultural teaching and a life of expressing himself through his work.

At the core of all he paints, writes and speaks is a desire to reach his audience with knowledge gained from Elders and Spirit. “Everyone who visits my gallery will leave with a genuine cultural, spiritual lesson,” Mu-raay says.

“This knowledge has mixed with my own innate knowing and connection to spirit, solidifying a very real sense of responsibility. I believe this responsibility exists as both a great weight and my greatest strength. Nothing in my life has ever revealed itself as a choice, I just do to the best of my ability what I came here to do.

“These works remind us of how we once were and how as humanity we could be again,” he says.

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“Each line, each geometric symbolism holds actual meaning, you need only ask to discover for yourself.

“These works are a combination of places, they are my Elders, they are the timeless knowings of this Dreaming Land we all call our home,” Mu-raay says.

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Mu-raay began painting when he accepted the advice of his “old spirit man” who said, “pick up your brush and you will learn much more than how to paint”.

Mu-raay is offering salt magazine readers a 25 per cent discount on all current artwork at Gaiungan Gallery Studio of Fine Arts until December 2022.

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Tim Baker is one of Australia’s most respected surf writers. His books include Bustin’ Down the Door, Surf For Your Life, The Rip Curl Story and many more. His writing has appeared in surf magazines, major newspapers and Rolling Stone magazine among others, and Tim has appeared at most of the literary festivals around the country. But Patting the Shark is not a book about surfing; it is about Tim himself. It is a very raw and unflinching story about Tim’s battle with cancer. Despite the worst possible diagnosis, Tim embraced life and went into the fight of his life. After a lifetime of exotic world travel, searching for the perfect wave, Tim then went searching for effective evidence-based therapies and beat this new enemy. In this search he found that surfing was one of the most powerful of his therapies, mitigating the effects of the treatments and helping to maintain a clear mind and positive spirit. This is a very personal story about what really matters in life, and is written in Tim Baker’s articulate and easy voice.

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Ink Black Heart is the sixth book in the series which began with The Cuckoo’s Calling, and which features the wonderfully drawn Cormoran Strike and his assistant Robin Ellacott. All five previous books have been adapted for television and are well worth watching (after you have read the books of course!). This new book brings Robin and Cormoran into the mysterious murder of cartoonist Edie Ledwell who has been attacked online by an anonymous figure known as Anomie. They are drawn into a dark, complex web, which terrifies and mystifies them and stretches their expertise to new lengths. Readers of the Strike series will be very excited and satisfied with this next instalment in the excellent British crime series. And, in case you didn’t know – Robert Galbraith is actually a pseudonym for J.K. Rowling. Whether you are a Harry Potter fan or not, you will agree that she is a highly skilled writer. This series is highly recommended for crime lovers – start at the beginning!

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Where: The Wharf, Mooloolaba

I think its safe to say that if you live on the Sunshine Coast, you have visited Mooloolaba. An iconic beachside haven where nature meets the hustle and bustle of sidewalk cafes and bars, and of course boutique shopping. One might say Mooloolaba almost has it all. Especially when it comes to food and dining. But that doesn’t mean you’ve seen it all. In fact, we wanted to introduce you to a few hidden gems and some shiny new ones too. So, if you love great food, fun new places and want to have a little adventure next time you hit up the strip, read on.

Where: Northern Parkland, Mooloolaba

Why visit: You might have noticed the newest addition to the Northern Parkland in Mooloolaba? The one-of-a-kind children’s adventure playground is situated right beside a fantastic sheltered picnic and barbecue area designed around an open grassy space, which is perfect for throwing down a picnic rug or playing ball all while watching the incredible ocean views you just don’t get anywhere else.

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Give it a try: Don’t feel like sitting in at one of the restaurants or cafes, this is the perfect option for a takeaway lunch, or pack your own and bring it along to enjoy the best Mooloolaba has to offer.

Why visit: This place is a slice of Latino heaven in Mooloolaba. And it has recently been taken over by new owners Paulo and Franklin who are excited to keep dishing up delicious and authentic Latin American street food and cocktails.

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Give it a try: The location is lively, the margaritas are on point and the food is as close to being somewhere in Latin America as you are going to get here on the Coast. A personal favourite is definitely the tacos. In a word, delicioso!

Give it a try: You have to taste the sweet banoffee waffles. They are divine.

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most beautiful locations. The Wharf Mooloolaba is a unique location that’s quintessentially Australian. With the picturesque Mooloolah River and Marina as its backdrop and a variety of entertainment and dining experiences available, it is the perfect setting for you to connect, create and celebrate life’s simple pleasures.

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Where: River Esplanade, Mooloolaba

Why visit: This is a small hidden gem, quietly tucked away across from The Wharf, but it packs a punch when it comes to delicious breakfast options and great coffee. In fact, they even serve up their very own roast, Spot Coffee. Think good vibes, yummy dishes and cute little tables and chairs paired with dangling vines for added whimsy.

Why visit: You might remember this place once being a hole in the wall joint on the southern end of the Esplanade. But how things have changed. The family run business has got bigger and better, recently moving to a new spot with cafe seating so you can now have your schnitzel and fresh juice at your own table with an ocean view. And of course, it is always served up with a big smile.

Where: The Esplanade, Mooloolaba

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Give it a try: The crumbed chicken schnitzel wraps are what this place is known for, with the freshest produce the strip has to offer and always served with extra love and sauce. The breakfast burger and coffee deal in the mornings is also always a winner.

Where: The Wharf, Mooloolaba

Give it a try: Local beers, local musicians and delicious food. Need I say more?

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Why visit: This grungy institution has just launched a little something for the Coast’s musos. Every Tuesday night they will be putting on a Live & Local open mic night to celebrate local musicians.

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Where: Corner of Brisbane Road and The Esplanade, Mooloolaba

Why visit: Kenilworth Country Bakery is known world-wide and people will line up for hundreds of metres to get their donut fix at the original Kenilworth store. Now you don’t need to make the drive out to the hinterland, instead, just duck down to The Wharf and indulge to your heart’s content.

Give it a try: You simply can’t visit the Mooloolaba version of Kenilworth Country Bakery without tasting a coffee in a donut. Game changer. Don’t forget to take a six pack of delicious donuts home for the family too.

Why visit: The newest addition to Mooloolaba’s incredible dining scene at The Wharf, Prawn Star has made quite the splash dishing up freshest seafood right on the water in the marina. Literally. The restaurant is on-board two trawlers where all the food is cooked fresh. They have also just opened a new pontoon area for that afternoon sunset tipple.

Where: Marina Berth, The Wharf Mooloolaba

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Give it a try: You can’t go past the fresh prawns, succulent oysters and seafood platters. Yum.

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Pizza? Yes please! If you haven’t been to BOCCA ITALIAN then put it on your list. Located in the stylish new Bokarina Beach precinct, the restaurant has a strong focus on fresh produce serving only the best in their signature pastas and pizzas. We are totally drooling over the Funghi pizza topped with sautéed mushroom, buffalo mozzarella, Taleggio, fior di latte, truffled pecorino and porcini. Yum! All the pizza comes piping hot out of a stone-base Moretti pizza oven imported from Italy. The 150-seater restaurant has a sleek fit out and includes a 14-seat private dining room for those more intimate occasions. Make sure you check out the extensive wine list too. Bocca Italian is on the corner of Bokarina Boulevard and Longboard Parade, Bokarina. 5412 0897 or boccaitalian.com.au

inspired menu at PERIWINKLE RESTAURANT is always a favourite. Showcasing the finest seafood and seasonal produce alongside an extensive French wine list, you can sit back and enjoy a luscious lunch or scrumptious dinner. We love the canard confit aux peches, which is a duck leg confit with potato dauphinoise, broccolini and grilled peach. Magnifique! And if you have room for dessert, check out the Periwinkle crème brulée and crispy biscotti. No matter what you choose, the entire menu delivers the romantic and artisan approach to food found only in French cuisine. Located at Peregian Beach, the restaurant space is inspired by the simplicity of seaside European summers with splashes of blue in the alfresco dining space that welcomes in the fresh ocean air. Find Periwinkle Restaurant at 2/216 David Low Way, Peregian Beach. 5448 3251 periwinklerestaurant.com.auor

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Marcoola’s newest seafood offering is not to be missed. SOLE RESTAURANT is a casual dining space to enjoy the perfect ocean-toplate meal. Brought to life from the team that run the successful Velo Project in Mooloolaba, this family friendly setting is the perfect place for seafood lovers. A must try is the signature dish – whole pan-baked sole fish served in the traditional meunière style with burnt butter lemon and capers. Chargrilled octopus, ricotta gnocchi and angel hair seafood pasta are also on the menu, with the shoestring fries also worth a mention. Make sure to pair your meal with a drink from the wine, beer and cocktail list. Find Sole Restaurant at 10 Seaward Lane, Marcoola. 5221 5646 or solerestaurant.com.au

The weather warming up means ice-cream season is upon us. And if you want to have a little fun then you must head to Noosa’s newest frozen yogurt bar YO-CHI. This self-serve bar on Hastings Street is the perfect post-beach stop or after-meal treat. Swirl your favourite flavours into a bowl and then choose from a delicious range of toppings and sauces before you weigh and pay. We love the mango flavour Yo-Chi topped with fresh fruit, cookie crumbs, coconut curls and butterscotch sauce. With relaxed and stylish seating, plus great tunes, this is going to be the coolest place to hang on a sunny day. Find Yo-Chi at 5/30 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads. yochi.com.au

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Did you know NGUYEN BROTHERS has opened its fourth venue on the Sunshine Coast? Adding to the already established restaurants in Maroochydore’s Kon-Tiki building, Sunshine Plaza and Birtinya, Nguyen Brothers Tewantin will offer the same authenticity and charm that they’re known and loved for. With spring in the air we’re loving the pan-fried pork and cabbage dumplings, plus the crispy-skinned chicken vermicelli noodle salad. Did someone say breakfast? The Tewantin restaurant also serves early morning coffee with select menu items served in smaller sizes to mimic the breakfast scene in Vietnam. The indoor–outdoor layout presents a contemporary design with a nod to Vietnamese culture, creating a relaxed dining venue for customers to enjoy a mid-week lunch break, or dinner and drinks with family and friends. Nguyen Brothers Tewantin is at 3 Hilton Terrace, Tewantin. nguyenbrothers.com.au

Fresh delicious sushi, gyoza, udon. There is something about Japanese cuisine we just can’t help but love – and at WARA SUSHI there is plenty to love. Drop into the Sunshine Plaza store, pick a booth and scoot over to your very own iPad to order a fanciful chef-prepared Japanese feast. For a foolproof meal we suggest starting with miso, a plate okonomiyaki,ofgyoza and a fresh salmon and avocado roll. But our absolute favourite is the karaage chicken bowl. Think a bowl of rice, crunchy karaage chicken, salad mix, thousand island sauce, mayonnaise and donkatsu sauce. Find Waru Sushi on The River Walk at sunshine-coastwarasushi.com.au/stores/SunshineMaroochydore’sPlaza.

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THE FIRST THING I noticed was the twinkle of the fairy lights on the deck, glowing against the night sky. The sound of rippling water in the pond and a certain cosiness that was ampliﬁed when owner Erin Mitaros walked over to say hi.

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While the restaurant name, The Loose Goose, may have been inspired by a nursery rhyme and derived in light-hearted spirit over a few drinks, the place is anything but unreﬁned. The unique location lets the outside in and the inside out with high ceilings and an open-plan bar, kitchen and dining area inside. It possesses that unique kind of laid-back Sunshine Coast charm, overlooking a tranquil pond and clusters of bushland, the ambience is warm and inviting and the food, well, let’s just say it’s divine.

They have certainly done just that. The Loose Goose took ﬂight after the pair invested in setting up a place where good vibes and great food go hand in hand.

“So, they purchased this space in 2011 and then we bought out his business partners two years later so we could make this restaurant our own,” Erin says. “We both have such a love of food and wanted to create something special.”

“We have the freshest produce available to ensure our food is always of the highest quality. I love food, it is deﬁnitely a passion of mine, especially when it comes to desserts, cakes and cookies or wine,” Erin laughs. “I love wine – drinking it, studying and learning all about it. And in here, I work the bar and I run the front of house. Carl and our chef Matt run the kitchen.”

“Carl was working as a chef in Sydney and I was an apprentice chef there when we ﬁrst met and fell for each other,” Erin says. “It was around that time he had the opportunity to return to the Sunshine Coast and open a restaurant with a few of his friends.”

Erin and her husband Carl have owned The Loose Goose in Twin Waters since 2013 and it’s obvious how much they love their little slice of heaven. You can see it in the way Erin greets guests, chatting to them on the deck as she serves up their meals. It’s in the ﬁner details: the music, the lighting, the smiles on everyone’s faces.

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“We source only the best produce from local suppliers because we want to put the best food possible on the plate.”

“It is all about simple food cooked with advanced techniques and quality ingredients,” Matt says. “We want food that isn’t intimidating but still has the wow factor when it comes to both presentation and ﬂavours. And I think we do that really well. To the point that there are certain dishes we can never remove from the menu because the locals and regulars love them so much,” he laughs.

“We want our place to feel like your place, somewhere our guests can feel comfortable and enjoy amazing food, a few drinks and a great time,” Erin says.

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The Loose Goose has also made a bit of a name for itself when it comes to cocktails too.

“We have so much support from our locals and they make this place so wonderful to run, it adds to the atmosphere. We can stop and have a chat to them, get to know them and we love to see these friendly faces on a daily basis.”

Chef Matthew Thomme describes the cuisine at The Loose Goose as classic European, with a twist.

So, if the sound of twice-baked three cheese soufflé with roast pumpkin and truffle cream, house-made gnocchi with beef cheek and gremolata, or pistachio and white chocolate parfait with pistachio tuile and Persian floss make your tummy grumble, then your taste buds will feel right at home at The Loose Goose – exactly how Matt, Carl and Erin like it.

“We also took the good old Toblerone and espresso martini and made the Violet Crumble version, a dessert cocktail and the most popular on the menu for sure,” Erin says. “The cocktails are always met with an ‘ooooh and ahhhh’ every time we bring them out too.”

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Nestled in the beautiful village square of Peregian Beach, Periwinkle restaurant offer a modern French Mediterranean cuisine with delicious seafood, hand crafted sourdough breads, char grill beef and seasonal vegetables.

“We want to do wine and dinner events, sip and paint events and collaborate with local artists too,” Erin says.

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“Our cocktails are like the food, a balance of the classic ﬂavours and favourites combined with new inventions created by our staff,” Erin says.

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“It is all about community, good food, good wine and good times.”

“We are happy to switch up the ingredients to suit what the customer wants, like change out tequila for vodka, or adding new elements to crowd favourites such as a lychee martini with added passionfruit giving it a sweet, tart and zesty edge with a fruity twist,” she says. “The customers love it,”

So, what else is on the menu for The Loose Goose?

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A stand-out variety, and one that deserves more credit, are the stunning examples of chardonnay. Very much sitting in the shadows of its regional siblings, Hunter Valley chardonnay is an excellent drink and there are so many diverse expressions of it such as the lean, complex and pristine Tyrrell’s HVD that is grown on the world’s oldest chardonnay vines to the rich and oaky styles that are still adored by many.

Most famously recognised for its incredible ability to produce the world’s best semillon coming off the ancient riverbed alluvial soils, shiraz is the other glamour of the region. Beautifully medium-bodied in all its glory with the best vineyards sitting on red soils, perched on a hill that is east facing. These sites hug the range which shelters the vines from the afternoon sun and wind. Of course, there are exceptions to the rule too.

What makes the Hunter Valley even more attractive for Sunshine Coasters is the arrival of new airline Bonza. Offering cut-price deals for ﬂights four times a week to Newcastle, it’s just another excuse to pack your bags and get on board.

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It was well before planes graced the skies, that James Busby ﬁrst brought 500 cuttings with him from Europe, and over the ensuing years, a region was born. How’s this for a roll call: Dr Henry Lindeman arrived in 1843, followed soon after by the Draytons (1853), Tyrrells (1858) and Tullochs (1895) – all revered names still going strong except for Draytons, which was recently sold. Today, there are more than 150 wineries plying their trade in the Characterisedregion.byawarm maritime and sub-tropical climate, early migrant settlers named the region Pokolbin. This is the area around which most wineries reside. Pokolbin can be translated to Hell Hole, such was the summer heat they experienced. Sitting in the shadows of the Broken Back Range, cool nights counterbalance the warm days making conditions

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AUSTRALIA’S OLDEST CONTINUOUS wine producing region, the Hunter Valley, dates back to the 1820s. Less than an hour from Newcastle airport, it is an ideal weekend escape to get amongst the vines.

ideal for grape growing. Temperatures fall to as low as 2 to 4 degrees Celsius during the winter months. Perfect conditions for a ﬁreside glass of red.

Semillon is a variety ideal for summer drinks in the sun. As Andrew Thomas says, “Anything you can squeeze a lemon on, Hunter semillon is the way to go.” Perfect partners one could suggest.

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A label really taking it to the old ﬁrms is De Iuliis. Classy, contemporary wines, Mike De Iuliis’ limited shiraz was highly regarded and preferred by many in a line-up of soon-to-bereleased 2019 shiraz at a media tasting event in May. Mike’s shiraz touriga blend is gold-plated taking out numerous wine show trophies and gold medals year after year. Did I mention De Iuliis was awarded the Hunter Valley’s Cellar Door of the Year for Down2022?theroad

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The re-emergence of the Hunter River burgundy has really gained some momentum in the past decade and now regions such as the Yarra Valley are following suit. HRB, as it is at times referred to, is a pinot noir and shiraz blend that fuses two incredibly delicious varieties into a silky and flavour-packed wine. Check out producers such as Silkman, Comyns & Co, Briar Ridge, Usher Tinkler and Tyrrell’s to get amongst the Althoughaction.theHunter Valley has some treasured brands and labels, the emergence of a new fleet of producers forging their way forward ought to be on your radar. In recent years, Brokenwood and Mount Pleasant have spent big on spectacular renovations ensuring their cellar doors are excellent destinations. The rich traditions of Tyrrell’s holds firm as do highly sought-after wines from Lake’s Folly.

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But as climate change is setting in, winemakers are considering emerging varieties that can withstand the heat, yet not rely on a lot of water. Some varieties making their presence felt are whites such as albarino, riano, pecorino and vermentino, to reds such as touriga and sagrantino.

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Duck around the corner and in an old church on McDonalds Road you’ll ﬁnd the uber cool Usher Tinkler Cellar Door and Salumi. Kick back with a charcuterie board as you wander through Usher’s delicious white and red blends as well as a couple of wines such as Death by Semillon that push boundaries and shine a different light on the variety. But you’ll ﬁnd me in the corner tucking into their reserve chardonnay.

To see the district in one place though, you’d be hard pressed going past Thomas Wines. Specialising in semillon and shiraz, Andrew Thomas’ knowledge of the region’s soils and vineyards is second to none. The use of a state-of-the-art sorting table prior to crushing the fruit speaks of his meticulous approach. Thomas’ famed Braemore Semillon and Kiss Shiraz both experience a frantic demand at their annual release. Soil samples in the cellar door also showcase the region’s vineyard proﬁles with wines available at every price point.

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For a relaxing drink with a trendy menu, the new Jimmy Joans bar in Lovedale is the perfect spot for a casual lunch or a sundowner. A considered drinks list and rotating tap beers cap things off, but you had me at lobster rolls.

vineyards around the valley. With an engaging cellar door experience as well, it makes the visit even more worthwhile.

Retreats’ The Guesthouse. The insanely generously portioned avido menu is a must to take your senses on an aromatic and textural journey. Sit back, loosen the belt and indulge – it’s well worthAnotherit. excellent lunch destination is Bistro Molines. Perched on top of the hill looking across Mount View, one of the best vistas in the valley will greet your eye as you feast on the French-inspired menu that doesn’t miss a beat.

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Terella Brewing has released four barrel-aged beers bringing together spirits and beer in one loaded package using ex-Jack Daniels and Woodford reserve barrels. The Imperial Bitter (12.5%) is porty and leathery with dark fruits and licks of caramel. The Smoked Porter (11.4%) features dark cherries, dark chocolate, vanilla and a well-handled smokiness.

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Mount Pleasant Rosehill Shiraz 2021 ($55) Awash with juicy raspberries, blueberries and red cherries, this is a joyous red that oozes charisma and elegance. It moves and sways through the mouth with absolute ease but I keep coming back to those pretty purple and red flower aromas – gorgeous!

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De Iuliis Limited Release Shiraz 2018 ($90) Contemporary medium bodied Shiraz at its best. Less than half the price of many iconic Hunter labels, this takes the challenge to them. Layered with generous berries and dark cherries leaving a trail of super fine spices that sizzle. This is classy and then some.

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Glass House Brewery Pale Ale (4.5%). Do you like an easy drinking pale? This is tropical goodness that is citrus driven with a malty tail. Quality refreshment awaits.

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Brokenwood Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz 2019 ($350) Planted in 1968, this is a graceful and sophisticated wine with restrained power. Still young with a little tension, the black fruit and structure elevates this to another level. Fine ripples of spice captivate and draw you closer. Divine.

Thomas Wines Braemore Semillon 2022 ($38) From an iconic vineyard, the high-quality fruit comes courtesy of a state-of-the-art sorting table in the winery. Purity and precision describe this best. The concentration is thrilling, highlighted by a tropical lift and lime zest. Yes!

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Mercer Wines Vermentino Bianco 2022 ($28) Sunshine and summertime in a glass. So crisp. So crunchy. It’s all white flowers, lemons and lemon juice with a citrusy and ruby grapefruit tang. Smash it poolside or by the beach.

STEVE LESZCZYNSKI is a wine writer, wine dinner host and MC. Apart from writing for his website QwineReviews.com, Steve contributes to Halliday Wine Companion Magazine, Vinomofo, Wine Business Magazine and Grapegrower Winemaker Magazine. Steve is a passionate supporter of the Queensland wine industry.

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Silkman Reserve Semillon 2021 ($45) From the Hunter Valley’s Winemaker of the Year 2022, soft delicate citrus fruits are the feature. Well-handled acidity seals the deal. Find those fresh oysters and prawns.

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Comyns & Co Reserve Shiraz Pinot Noir 2019 ($55) What a ripper this is! Bright with some crunch. Fill that glass up and just embrace its beauty. The ideal mix of charisma and focus is paired with balance and length. A clever wine that is very well made.

Usher Tinkler Reserve Chardonnay 2021 ($55) Delicious butterscotch, flinty and matchstick notes unfurl. A lemony drive gathers the troops before a grapefruit tang cuts in and has the last say on a long and vibrant finish. A terrific wine and one I’d happily keep filling the glass with as the sun slowly falls from the sky.

Tyrrell’s HVD Chardonnay 2021 ($85) Coming off what are said to be the oldest Chardonnay vines in the world, this oozes all levels of sexy complexity. Lean and precise with enough depth to satisfy, it’s just magic.

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Roxanne’s family was invited along and there was a lot of

In those three dates, Joshua found that Roxanne was his kind of girl and Roxanne knew he ticked a lot of the boxes for her.

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Turns out she was wrong; Joshua had one big advantage – he was taller than Roxanne.

There was no doubt about it, the couple had feelings for each other and so they planned for their third date, this time a bushwalk in Springbrook National Park. It may have only been three dates, but by the time the walk was ﬁnished they were beginning to feel they had found in each other a certain easiness that made for open, honest communication and respect.

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Their conversations proved they were on the same page and although it wasn’t a whirlwind romance at ﬁrst sight, the couple developed a strong friendship that laid a path they could build on in thePlus,future.there is another reason why Joshua is such a great match for Roxanne.“I’m six-foot-one and when my friends asked why I wasn’t married, I’d say, ‘All the short girls took the good tall guys’,” she says.

“Joshua has a gift for making the space for people to be themselves,” she says.

YOU NEVER KNOW how things will turn out on a blind date. On the one hand it could be a total disaster, on the other there’s a chance you might meet your soul mate. It was a risk Roxanne Stols and Joshua O’Dea were prepared to take after a mutual friend suggested they meet.

Roxanne says, as a woman who wears her heart on her sleeve, an open-hearted person was a perfect match.

In fact, the ticks continued to add up until on December 24, 2021, Joshua made a daring, dashing and surprise proposal.

“It was Christmas Eve and we were having a family barbecue get-together at Shelly Beach,” Joshua says.

For their first date, they kept it simple and met for breakfast, with no great expectations from either party, just a desire to meet and perhaps, just a little hope. The first date did go well and they planned a second. This time, they were both more relaxed and shared so much conversation and laughter, before they knew it, they had spent five hours together.

“This meant he ticked another box for me,” she says.

“It was a connection of the heart,” Joshua says. “I appreciate honesty and being real and we can talk about anything.”

The wedding ceremony and reception were held at the beautiful Montvale at Montville and the exquisite decor was styled in a sophisticated fairytale theme. The stylish wedding cake was created by Zoe Clark Cakes of Peregian.

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Joshua didn’t miss a trick, writing a message of love on the soles of Roxanne’s wedding shoes.

Finally, Roxanne found the gown that suited her requirement to be “covered in flowers, whimsical and romantic”.“Idefinitely wanted flowers,” she says. “Because Joshua had showered me with flowers – at home, at work and during COVID with virtual flowers.”

At that moment, Roxanne realised she was about to be a part of a life-changing event. In another amazing moment, Joshua came into view, elegantly dressed in a salmon coloured shirt and white pants.

“That was when I began to stand taller and walk more gracefully,” Roxanne says with a smile in her voice.

After Joshua knelt down and proposed, and Roxanne had accepted, the charming beach scene was ﬁlled with celebrating familyThemembers.wedding, some six months later on July 15, was organised with just as much love, style, romance and thoughtfulness.“Iwouldhave tried on 45 wedding dresses,” Roxanne says. “Everything was lovely, but it just wasn’t me.”

The floral A-line gown featured a deep sweetheart neck and of course the flowers, which were incorporated as covered floral re-embroidered lace appliqués.

“But I was busy and just stomping along. Then Joshua’s mum came ﬂying around the corner, jumped out of the car without shoes on and said, ‘You need to get down the beach straightRoxanneaway’.”took the hint and stepped up the pace. Before her lay a garden scene so beautiful it made her heart skip a beat. Arranged on the soft white sand was a magical setting featuring a love seat, plants, ﬂowers, champagne and a ‘will you marry me’ board.

As it was a winter wedding, Roxanne teamed the dress with an exquisite feather jacket, while the bridesmaids made a statement with faux fur stoles. Joshua matched the bride with classically elegant formal wear.

It was the small details that made it a memorable event.

“Mum sewed Grandma’s wedding ring into my dress and wrote a card in my grandmother’s handwriting style, saying the words she believed she would have said to me.”

Her wonderful wedding attire was complemented with lush bouquets bursting with a rich palette of blush pinks, red and burgundy. The designs featured textural native foliage with soft petalled garden blooms, including proteas as a nod to Roxanne’s South African heritage.

“Joshua was calling me to go further down the beach and see him,” she recalls.

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Everything about the wedding went according to plan and the new married couple attribute much of this to their wedding planner, Hinterland Wedding Planning and Events, and associated businesses who guided and supported their effort to make a perfect day.

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“The photographer asked if we would like to do more photos,” says Roxanne. The couple decided to let that opportunity pass and instead shared a private moment.

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Roxanne says the couple looked at each other and said in absolute joy and wonder, “Hey, we’re husband and wife, and now, now we have a marriage ahead of us.”

“We just sat on the bench with each other and reﬂected on the day that was just going so quickly and our new future.”

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Roxanne recalls the spare space of time between the bridal photos and heading to the reception.

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Sustainable weddings are paving the way to the future. More couples are making ECO-FRIENDLY choices when planning their big day to make sure the only lasting legacy is their love – and not their environmental footprint.

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Popular trends are shopping for gifts locally, hiring a wedding dress, eliminating single-use items, throwing biodegradable confetti, flower petals or hole-punched leaves; sourcing local and seasonal food and flowers and using pot plants instead of table arrangements. Not only will eco-friendly options minimise environmental impacts, but can save money in the long run. It’s a win-win!

Here are our picks of fashionable locations, must-have products, and the latest trends in weddings.

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Half-up half-down hair styles were trending in 2020, but 2022 is bringing BRAIDS into the mix. The half-down look gives a beautiful softness for a classic bohemian style, while braids in the upper sections provide extra volume and help frame the face. It really is the best of both worlds. Braids are also great to accessorise to fit with your theme or look. For beach wedding hairstyles try seashells or pearl, for a more glamourous look include a tiara or clips, otherwise you can keep it elegant with beautiful florals.

Don’t feel the pressure to have a balanced wedding party. More couples are opting for ODD NUMBERS OR MIXED GENDERS when deciding this all-important part of the wedding, with the traditional bridesmaids and groomsmen seeing a refresh. It’s now a case of choosing the friends or relatives you want by your side and not including someone just to balance out the numbers or discounting them because they are the opposite gender to what you would traditionally include in a wedding party. Your nearest and dearest should be by your side if you want them to be.

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It’s the perfect time to make the most of SPRING BLOOMS in a wedding space. Oversized bouquets and mountains of florals are trending as more couples opt for outdoor venues. You can expect the natural blooms to be tied in with the theme and beautiful florals instantly add personality, happiness and colour. It is also a great time to create casual table settings that are pretty and a little messy.

Why not mix rustic textures with beautiful spring greenery and luxurious gold, brass or copper accents for your tables?

Modern couples are straying away from traditions of garter and bouquet tossing. That’s right, the BOUQUET THROW is officially on the way out. Some couples consider it an awkward or uncomfortable part of a wedding that shines an unwanted spotlight on single friends. Instead, they are looking at alternatives such as a candy toss or other immersive games. An anniversary dance for married couples is fast becoming a popular trend too.

Ultra-glam LASHES are on the way out with brides looking for a more natural, wispy and effortless look this spring. Gone are the days of bold and long, brides are loving the more romantic and flawless look of half or three-quarter lashes. They are a timeless style that accentuate the eye and look beautifully soft in photos. Smokey eyes are also in and beautifully complement soft lashes. Think earthy tones that create a soft shimmer to give a sense of dimension and subtle drama.

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GREEN AND GOLD is a winning combination adding a beautiful sense of elegance and class to complement stunning spring colours. Tie these colours into your wedding invitations and think about including yellow flowers into your floral arrangements. They give a beautiful pop of colour.

Embrace the warmer weather with a stunning TWO-PIECE bridal outfit. Modern brides are exploring more versatile options. Depending on your theme and style, you can mix and match tops with beautiful skirts or even pants for a chic on-trend look. Yes – bridal suits are in. If you’re a bohemian bride getting married in the spring, try pairing a crop top featuring delicate flutter sleeves with a flowing maxi skirt, like the beautiful outfit pictured from Grace Loves Lace. A new trend is also leading brides to choose a dress or outfit they can transform throughout their wedding. The ceremony begins with a formal version and at the reception the bride is able to remove some layers and reveal a more comfortable ‘party’ dress.

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“We really are a destination watch boutique,” Lydia says.

As Australia’s leading independent watch retailer, specialising in premium men and women’s watches, they are passionate about offering handcrafted, value-for-money pieces, with customers driving from Brisbane and interstate just to visit the store.

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TRENDS COME AND go, but when it comes to watches, quality and craftsmanship stand the test of time.

“Young men and women who are celebrating a milestone birthday, graduating high school, or starting university want something nice they can take with them into their ﬁrst job. A mechanical watch is something they can continue to have

“Theregeneration.isadeﬁnite swing back towards mechanical watches as opposed to digital, battery or quartz watches,” Lydia says.

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With more than 60 years combined experience in the watch industry, Lydia and Peter have worked with all the major brands over the years and stock only the very best Swiss, German and Austrian handcrafted pieces at their beautiful Noosa store.

Just ask co-owner of Deﬁne Watches Noosa, Lydia Dalle Nogare who says she and husband Peter Petzold have noticed a renewed appreciation for traditional timepieces among the younger

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“Often we speak with the owners or watchmakers directly, so we have a direct source to the creativity and ingenuity,” Lydia says.

“Being here on the Sunshine Coast is the cherry on top of the cake. Selling watches in a beautiful environment is wonderful for us and for our clients.”

“Our watches really speak to those who are looking for something unique and out of the box.

“We have people come in to buy a watch for themselves and then come back for their daughter or son. It’s really nice. Our repeat business is huge, we take that as a massive compliment and we are really proud of that.

Renowned for their individualised service and attention to detail, Lydia says building lifelong relationships with their customers is what they value most.

“We have a selection of independent watch brands you won’t ﬁnd anywhere else in the world.

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But have you veered off and ducked in?

“Most days people come in and they have been living here on the Coast their whole life, seen the sign but not had a reason to drop in,” Scott says.

“Once they do, they come back again and again, which we love. We want people to have an experience here, we make it that way by offering something unique.”

It surprised me that this spot is still considered a hidden gem here on the Sunshine Coast – tucked away just waiting to be discovered. It’s safe to say, once you do drop in, it won’t be the last time. There is just so much on offer and for the whole family too.

YOU WOULD HAVE seen the sign ‘Opals Down Under’ out your passenger side window as you drive north on the Bruce Highway. It is just shy of Aussie World in Glenview. You can’t miss it!

And that is something they do well. Starting with the shop itself. Visually, it’s a treat for the eyes: beautiful jewellery, huge crystals, tiny gems, a rainbow of colour – and that’s just as you enter the door. Outside is a whole other world with gem fossicking, dinosaur statues, a huge grass space, picnic tables, coffee machine. Visiting Opals Down Under can really be a whole day out.

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In fact, Opals Down Under owner Scott Coggan says that once people discover this place they can’t get enough.

up ﬁnding a large boulder, cut it open and there was a huge green vein of gem-quality Queensland boulder opal in there worth a pretty price,” Scott says.

Come & see our new range of wearable art. cotton fabrics printed from local artists Available in hats, scarves and sarongs.

“There are actually ﬁve main families of solid opal: black opal, semi-black opal, crystal opal, white opal and Queensland boulder opal.

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“We have long term staff here, and we all pride ourselves in educating our clients about our gems so they know what they are getting is one of a kind and unlike anything you will see elsewhere. We’ve found this is something the 25–35-yearolds are certainly wanting, especially when it comes to engagement rings.”

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Perhaps a level of exclusivity comes also from the fact that you aren’t just seeing the more well-known white opal found predominantly in Coober Pedy.

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“Being able to source for our clientele, process it, and then design it here for our market means we also keep prices as low as possible compared to other major cities. But it’s also a more exclusive experience for our market, so we have a lot of repeat customers, including the ones we get online, especially from America.”

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“We are pretty special here because we can source raw material, cut and process it on site and design the ﬁnal product too. Very few businesses in Australia are able to do that, go from miner to end product.

“A lot of people don’t realise that opals are the third most valuable gem in the world, with black opal being rarer than diamonds. It’s something that blows a lot of customers away,” Cam tells salt

“I guess I got the bug after that and didn’t look back. I invested in opals, learnt how to cut and process them, buy and market them, and in 1985 I took on Opals Down Under.

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“The fossicking area opened in 2001 but was really only ever for a bit of fun when families came in. We put maybe a tonne of stone in there each year which we ship in from South Africa and it lasts us through. Kids come, play and that’s it.

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“During the COVID restrictions we actually had to put up a barrier and let people in on a rotating basis because we were so busy. We are now importing about 10 tonnes of stone just to keep up.”

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So, what’s next for Scott and Opals Down Under?

“It was quite strange really, about a year ago a young lady made a TikTok while she was here doing some fossicking in the scratch pad,” Scott says.

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“We are actually planning a huge renovation for our 40th birthday here in October 2025,” Scott says.

“This video got over 800,000 views and suddenly we had Gen Z coming through the doors in droves and up to 200 kids a day in school holidays for fossicking.

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While the primary business is of course selling opals and intricate jewellery, Opals Down Under found itself on a different course lately when it became inundated with families and teens after an innocent TikTok video went viral.

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“We love the Gen Z, they come in, stay a while, have a

“We have had ponies in here, jumping castles, 50-60 people in for those kind of parties with barbecues and all sorts. It’s great fun,” Scott says.

“We will be upgrading the store, create a new experience for people coming in, with the plan to make it timeless for another 20 years, just like our opals.”

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THERE IS SOMETHING a little magical about Cassandra Fenaughty’s home.

“We wanted ﬂat turf spaces so that our daughter could cartwheel through the garden. We also wanted to be able to sit out there and use the space. We’ve got nature’s air-conditioner with the breeze. There is nothing nicer than sitting there in the shade. We set trestle tables up on the top terrace and friends come over. We sit there facing the view, sharing food, enjoying

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As you stand on the timber veranda overlooking the backyard, the soft morning rays ﬁlter through the majestic pine trees and wash over your body. In that moment, all feels right in the world.Perhaps it is that direct connection with the natural environment – that whisper of a breeze, the rich scent of the trees tickling your nose, the gentle birdsong brushing past your ears, or could something deeper be at play?

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Past the hundred-year-old hoop pines that dot the backyard, and over the fence, a sacred Indigenous birth site is hidden in the dense rainforest. The trees seemingly protecting the hallowed

Exploring the Buderim backyard is a beautiful experience. In keeping with the existing elements, the family has created a whimsical space reminiscent of a fairy garden from children’s storybooks.

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“We wanted functionality for the backyard. We designed a series of turfed level terraces around the trees connected by narrow turfed pathways,” Cassandra tells salt

ground. “It is truly special,” Cassandra says.

“ We need built spaces that are calming and allow us to breathe. we need the sun, the vitamin D… it’s important”

The house itself is perched in an elevated position at the end of a cul-de-sac, the pretty rainforest and nature refuge creating an organicPurchasingbackdrop.the property in 2019, Cassandra and husband Chris, who both are landscape architects, understood the importance of working with the natural surrounds to create an outdoor space that was not only functional, but connected with the environment.“Thatconnection is massively important for wellbeing, especially with more people now working from home and with how busy and chaotic our lives are. Being immersed in nature is so important for the soul,” Cassandra says.

“We need built spaces that are calming and allow us to breathe. We need the sun, the vitamin D. No matter how big or small that connection is, it’s important. It doesn’t matter how

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“When we bought the home, the house had its back turned completely to the natural background. The master bedroom, which overlooks that beautiful forest, only had one small window. We installed big sliding doors and constructed a veranda to drink in that view.”

Beautiful coastal-inspired rattan pendant lights decorate the walkway and stairwell, while sun hats and beach bags are hung to create a homely feel in the entry foyer.

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Visitors enter the home through a stunning hundred-year-old solid timber door that has been reconditioned and painted white.

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“Frompool.aFeng Shui point of view it is very cleansing to walk past a garden and a water element before entering your home,” Cassandra explains.

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small your garden is, all you need is a little bit of trickling water, to hear the breeze rustle through the leaves of the trees. We need that outdoor experience, the tranquillity of being one with nature.” The couple called on the ancient practice of Feng Shui to design their outdoor haven.

“All people saw with this property was a pole home, but once we boxed out those posts to create pillars, added sandstone elements, changed the colour palette and added tropical plantings, it all came together.”

Cassandra says many people only consider their pool as a functional place for swimming and entertaining, but it can also double as an impressive water feature.

The family’s pool, which was installed in an unusable side yard area, features the same composite decking material, sand-coloured porcelain tiles and subtropical landscaping to soften and frame the space.

Cassandra and Chris spent the past two years designing and completing the outdoor project, which forms part of a larger renovation plan.

They had to consider their overall vision before settling on an outdoor design to ensure the interior melded with the exterior.

Resort-style timber and linen furniture, a single wicker accent armchair and cushions created by Indigenous artists in the Northern Territory complete the contemporary coast-meetsBritish Colonial home style.

“We looked at what we had and what we didn’t want to replace to deﬁne what sort of style and feel could work.

“We had dark timber ﬂooring inside the house. Outside, the perimetres we were working with were weatherboard and plantation shutters. We looked at the roof line and verandas. A British Columbia style is what could work well. I had a feeling it would be an emerging style. Hamptons goes hand in hand with the Sunshine Coast lifestyle, and so does this, with its tropical Bahamas look.

“Walking through such a beautiful space also encourages you to breathe deeply and feel centred. When you open that vintage door and walk through into the entry, you feel relaxed.”

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Standing in Vanessa’s home, peering out over the mountains she wakes up to each day, through trees ﬁlled with the soothing sounds of the birds; pops of colour on the horizon, it is easy to understand where a lot of her inspiration comes from.

“I went to TAFE up here and continued my study while I was working in retail, ﬁne art supply/picture framing in the beautiful town of Eumundi where my husband and I decided to lay down our hats and purchase our home. I actually started selling my own art at the Eumundi Markets and did that for almost 10 years too.”

HAPPINESS. THAT’S WHAT Vanessa Porter wants you to see in her artwork. Because that’s exactly what she feels as her brush dances across the canvas when she paints.

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“I am represented by the Hearts and Minds Gallery,” she says. “They are fabulous! All my work goes to their gallery and they sell it for me which is fantastic,” she says. “I have done a lot of magpie pieces for them and they are so popular I am working on another series,” she says.

“From there, I was offered a job in retail selling ﬁne art supplies by my art teacher, and I stayed there for 15 years before moving up to the Sunshine Coast in 2006 to be closer to my mother.

popular series of pianos. Each has a theme behind it and this one is pretty special; it is called Single Pigeon as an ode to the Paul McCartney song. I love Paul McCartney and the Beatles,” she smiles.

“Birds, pianos and flowers are my main subjects to paint. I have really only done a few pieces over the years that aren’t birds and flowers. My work is whimsical and feminine, colourful and definitely happy. And the magpie pieces are definitely my favourite to paint. One day I will paint a few for myself too. I think they are really cute.”

Creator and designer of Pepi Wren Original Artworks, Vanessa’s journey into art began in Sydney in her early twenties. “I loved art, so I decided to do some classes and take private lessons,” Vanessa says.

“I have a strong connection to birds and ﬂowers in my art, and I believe a lot of that inspiration comes from where I live,” Vanessa says. “We get such a great variety of birds here, it’s so peaceful too. In fact, it’s hard to leave the house sometimes,” she “Eachlaughs.day I wake up, walk outside and look at the mountains, I sit and have my coffee, contemplate the day, take it all in and then the thought process begins,” she says. “I suppose the plan for the day depends on whether I am part way through a piece or about to start something new.”

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Currently, Vanessa is working on another magpie series for the Hearts and Minds Gallery in Noosa

Chaïm Soutine, Vanessa uses acrylics and an array of colour to bring her pieces to life.

“I am very much enjoying white and grey with a touch of brightness now, but not long ago I was using a lot of hot pink, orange and turquoise,” she says.

“I suppose the colours and the changes might be representative of what’s going on in my life at the time and how I am feeling, then I express that in my art.”

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“Usually the concepts come easily, I decide on the bird or ﬂoral arrangement, then decide on what the birds or ﬂowers will be perched on. Maybe its an intricate piano piece, or something else, it just comes to me,” Vanessa says.

“I might put the ﬂowers in a vase, or have them laying on a bench or other object, and then I start working out the colour from there. I do go through different stages with the colours I like to work with.

“I do keep a photo gallery; a sort of inspiration board too

“ I suppose the colours and the changes might be representative of what's going on in my life at the time and how i am feeling”

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a lot of myself with paint because I ﬁnd that I have trouble communicating in words why I do what I do. All I can say is I get up every day and stand at my easel and paint and I absolutely love it,” Vanessa says with a smile. “It is cliché I know, but I do believe if you are born to do something you follow that. It's in the genes, it's instinct, it’s what I love to do and I hope people get happiness out of what I do.”

in case I am stuck. But I never force the process, if I need, I will walk away, take a day or two and let it come to me naturally but thankfully that doesn’t happen too often,” she “Isays.express

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“Sometimes I get a bit more abstract, but I always return to the figure, because that’s what’s important to me, I guess. It’s the first thing we see; we see our mother’s face, we see“That’shumans.why the human figure’s so difficult to draw, because we know when it’s not right. We might not know why it’s not right, but we know when it’s not quite right, because we’re humans and it’s fundamental to us.”

“I just love ﬁgurative sculpture,” Cam says.

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SCULPTOR CAM CROSSLEY’S creations reveal two of his great passions – the spectacular medium of bronze that he predominantly works with, and the power of the human ﬁgure as a vehicle of expression.

Creating life-like finely detailed human figurative bronzes that range in size from one-fifth scale to full-size, Cam works with life models to capture what he calls “the essence of gesture” in his works, some of which will feature this November in the Sunshine Coast’s celebrated annual Sculpture on the Edge Festival.

He has also been commissioned for public sculptural projects on the Sunshine Coast, including the Eternal Flame at Cotton Tree Cenotaph, Maroochydore, as well as private commissions, and is represented by galleries in Queensland and Sydney.

The transformation of raw material into objects of beauty is something Cam became fascinated with as a boy, while he watched his mother, a potter, working with clay. He and his father stayed up late into the night ﬁring the kilns and as Cam watched the ﬂames leaping about, he was captivated with the process.

While his two careers may seem worlds apart, there are, however, many parallels to be drawn. Cam compares the architect’s concern with the interaction of humans within built spaces, with the artist’s interest in the interaction of humans with each other and the environment.

“It’s all part and parcel of the same thing, there’s just different ways of expressing it artistically,” he says. “As an architect, you’re designing for humans, and humans have a need for light and air and ventilation – for comfort. So the body for me has always been really fundamental; not just for

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“Growing up with that fascination of the transformation of material has never left me,” he says. “All of these things are kind of woven into the same fabric of my life.”

“ For me it’s about humanity. The body’s our fundamental basis for proportion, for beauty, for elegance, grace”

That same fabric happens to include a stellar career as an architect. Cam specialised in designing large public aquariums all over the world, starting with the iconic original Underwater World at Mooloolaba “many, many, years ago”.

“I just decided I don’t want to die wondering, so I’m going to give it a red-hot go.”

“Janice has been a huge inspiration for me to take this on,” says Cam. “She said, ‘What are you waiting for?’

Although he had always wanted to paint and sculpt, his art had taken a back seat for a few decades – apart from life drawing, which he has practised for the past 40 years.

It was only about four years ago that Cam decided to sculpt full time, strongly encouraged by his partner of six years, artist Janice Pryde, who he met at life drawing.

“What I’m into is exploring the connection of humanity with the environment, and each other.”

“I love that you can be sitting on the beach and you don’t know if you’re sitting next to a lawyer, or a brickie, or a fashion model, or a politician – we’re all in our togs, playing with the kids, making sandcastles and going for a swim. We’re all humans. I love that about the beach.”

“The body’s our fundamental basis for proportion, for beauty, for elegance, grace; and so much of what we communicate is gestural – it’s better than words, isn’t it?”

“That’s about the feeling that you get when you wade into the ocean – the thing that he’s reaching down touching is kind of the spirit of the ocean, the connection with the ocean,” says Cam.

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Cam gains much of the inspiration for his work from the natural environment – the beach, to be exact. It’s a place, he believes, that is “as egalitarian as it gets”.

This philosophy is particularly captured in one of Cam’s bronzes, called Nexus – a male ﬁgure wading into the ocean and reaching down with ﬁngers outstretched to touch the water.

The other similarity between the two professions, according to Cam, is that they are both very process driven. He describes the process of making a bronze sculpture as long and laborious, but also “wonderfully ﬁerce and ferocious”. It can take weeks, depending on the size and type.

The process begins with a sculptural work in clay. Cam then makes a silicone mould that captures all the detail, and casts a wax replica of that, before sending it to the foundry where it is coated in a ceramic shell and has the wax burnt out. It is then fired until it has the appearance of a terracotta pot, filled with bronze, and returned to Cam, who sands, finishes, and patinates the sculpture, before finally coating it in wax.

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Internationally known glass artist Tina Cooper runs her appointment-only exclusive gallery in the Montville hinterland with a five-star art experience including artist Wolfgang Engel’s Red Door Gallery & Studio. The exhibition Flight and A Bugs Life is ongoing until December 23. when ongoing where Tina Cooper Glass Gallery, Montville, visits by appointment. 0417 194 329 or tinacooper.com

The national acquisitive Sunshine Coast Art Prize is a dynamic visual arts award reﬂecting outstanding contemporary 2D arts practice in Australia. Now in its seventeenth year, the exhibition presents the remarkable ﬁnalist works by artists from across the country.

Vote online at gallery.sunshinecoast.qld.gov, QR Code or visit the exhibition.

Tues to Fri 10am-4pm, Sat to Sun 10am-2pm | 22 Omrah Ave, Caloundra QLD 4551 07 5420 8299 | gallery.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au | gallery@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

VOTE for your favourite artwork to go into into the draw for a chance to WIN a $100 gift voucher at the Gallery Store which supports local artisans.

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

ONGOING

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Exhibition: Friday 26 August - Sunday 16 October

ART dates

Voting closes 2 October.

1. TINA COOPER GLASS & WOLFGANG ENGEL ART GLASS

BANQUET BY ANNE-MARIE ZANETTI, The Gallery Eumundi

3. GAIUNGAN GALLERY

Accomplished Aboriginal artist Mu-raay Djeripi (Peter Mulcahy) is a Gamilaroi man, cultural teacher and professional artist. His signature fine lines, exquisite attention to detail and deep and stirring stories continue to set him apart. In December he will also run his exhibition Dhama-li (feeling) Winanga-y (knowing, remembering) Song Lines when ongoing where Gaiungan Gallery, Shop 11b Tewantin Plaza, 113 Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin. 0401 742 678 gaiungangallery.com.auor

INDIGENOUS FISHING TRAPS, HAND BLOWN GLASS CREATED BY TINA COOPER, Tina Cooper Glass

HER JOURNEY BY CHOLENA HUGHES, Caloundra Regional Gallery

SALTMAGAZINE.COM.AU 115 MONTVILLE ART GALLERY Open 7 days at 138 Main Street, Montville QLD 4560 www.montvilleartgallery.com.au 07 5442 9211 Over 45 artists on permanent display with a different featured artist each month... October - Keith Betts November - Dale Marsh December - Lorraine Rogers

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Artist Merryn Apma is also a business owner and Aboriginal affairs advocate, and recently opened her store to continue the education and advocacy of First Nations people’s culture. Merryn’s art honours her countrymen and women and celebrates the colours of the desert, flowers and waterholes. Her store sells original artwork, plus handbags, homewares and pieces made by Indigenous artists across Australia. when ongoing where Apma Desert Ocean Fabric Art & Accessories, Shop 3 Eumundi Village Centre, Etheridge Street, Eumundi. 0437 617 390

2. APMA DESERT, OCEAN, FABRIC ART & ACCESSORIES

BOKEH DE GRACE BY SUE DEACON, Willowgrove Gallery

Hearts and Minds Art continues to showcase a stunning range of works by artists including Erin Hughes, Pepi Wren, Maree Welman, Christina Power, Anne Scanlon, Sara Paxton, Kate Piekutowski, Phillip Rolton, Ray Wilson, Leigh Karen Joyce, Jeanette Smith, James McKay and Jade Thompson. when ongoing through spring where Hearts and Minds Art, 1 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads. 0418 108 299 or heartsandmindsart.com.au

Willowgrove Gallery features two series of work by emerging artist Sue Deacon. The Geo Series showcases a range of acrylic works representing the three-dimensional textures of different geological formations.

Meanwhile, Australian Iconic Blossoms is a range of contemporary works that feature a variety of eucalypt blossoms and gum nuts. Completed in fresh clean colours on a white background and framed in oak, these pieces are designed to be arranged singly or as a set for larger spaces.

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4. ART NUVO

BOOBIE BEAST BY PIP RYAN, Noosa Regional Gallery

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The Sunshine Coast Art Prize is a dynamic visual arts award reflecting outstanding contemporary 2D arts practice in Australia. Now in its 17th year, this significant art award is the flagship event for the Sunshine Coast’s regional gallery in Caloundra, attracting entries from emerging and established artists across the nation. Head along to see the 40 artworks selected as finalists. when ongoing until October 16 where Caloundra Regional Gallery, 22 Omrah Avenue, Caloundra. 5420 8299 or gallery. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

Art Nuvo is brimming with a diverse range of mediums and subject matter in a wide range or genres, from luxurious, high-end paintings to fascinating sculptures and beautiful ceramics. when ongoing where Art Nuvo, 25 Gloucester Road, Buderim. 5456 2445 or artnuvobuderim.com.au

SEPTEMBER

7. WILLOWGROVE GALLERY

6. SUNSHINE COAST ART PRIZE 2022

While sisters Natalie and Pip Ryan maintain celebrated solo art practices that span drawing, watercolour, sculpture and installation, together they collaborate on projects that delve into the surreal, the kooky and the macabre. when September 10 to October 30 where Noosa Regional Gallery, 9 Pelican Street, Tewantin. 5329 6145 noosaregionalgallery.com.auor

Ph. 0417 194 329 | www.tinacooper.com BY APPOINTMENT ONLY - MONTVILLE QLD ArtArtCooperCooperTina&Glass&GlassGallery ARTIST: Glass - Tina Cooper IndigenousChambersWilliam GAIUNGAN GALLERY (Fine Authentic Aboriginal Art and Studio) WHERE EVERY STROKE, IS A BRUSH WITH THE PAST FRIDAY 2ND DECEMBER EXHIBITION DHAMA-LI WINANGA-Y (Feeling Remembering and Knowing) SONGLINES Shop 11b, Tewantin Plaza Arcade, Tewantin Call for gallery opening times & appointments 0401 742 678www.gaiungangallery.com.au25%DISCOUNT*FORSALTCUSTOMERS Artist Owner and Cultural Storyteller Mu-raay Djeripi Opening the Ancient Art of Story and Spirit *On current stock, till December 25th

STAND OF BLUEGUMS BY KEITH BETTS, Montville Art Gallery only Montville Hinterland

8. ONE + ONE = THREE

WANJINA SERIES By Appointment

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9. A GLOW FROM BELOW

Sunshine Coast based artist Jordyn Burnett peers through a feminist lens, using solid colours and illustrative characters to explore socio-political themes, her own experiences with mental health and the mundane. Her work expresses a vulnerability shown through an array of colour. when September 10 to October 30 where Noosa Regional Gallery, 9 Pelican Street, Tewantin. 5329 6145 noosaregionalgallery.com.auor

when until September 30 where Willowgrove Gallery, 100 Rene Street, Noosaville, willowgrovegallery.com.au

WOMEN’S BUSINESS BY MERRYN APMA, Apma Desert Ocean Fabric Art & Accessories

BARRA BIRUU (THREADS LONGWAY) BY MU-RAAY DJERIPI, Gaiungan Gallery

when October 21 to December 4 where Caloundra Regional Gallery, 22 Omrah Avenue, Caloundra. 5420 8299 gallery.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.auor

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The featured artist for October is Sydney-based artist Keith Betts. Keith’s distinctive lush works in oil feature his local landscapes and iconic national parks. See his work on display seven days a week at the gallery. when October 1 to 31 where Montville Art Gallery, 138 Main Street, Montville. 5442 9211 or montvilleartgallery.com.au

12. SIHOT’E NIOGE: WHEN SKIRTS BECOME ARTWORKS

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when September 20 to October 9 where The Gallery Eumundi, 6/32 Hastings Street, Laguna on Hastings, Noosa Heads. 0400 716 526 or thegalleryeumundi.com.au

This is a collaboration with Studio 26 Sunshine Coast artists Michael Ciavarella, Petalia Humphreys, Jaime Kiss and June Sartracom. It explores contemporary approaches to geometric abstraction in compositions that stimulate and engage our senses beyond that which is representational.

Aboriginal owned and operated. Fabric Art & Accessories. Western Arrernte Artist Merryn. Eumundi Village Centre . 0437 617 390

DESERT OCEAN FABRIC ART & ACCESSORIES

An exhibition celebrating the Omie origin story of Papua New Guinea – the making of the first skirt, or nioge. One of the most colourful techniques for painted beaten barkcloth in the Pacific region, the nioge practice continues to this day. The show explores the history and tradition of nioge tapa –presenting works by Omie Tapa artists created from the inner bark of rainforest trees and dyes from the natural world.

11. OCTOBER EXHIBITION

10. NEO NON OBJECTIVE

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when November 1 to 30 where The Gallery Eumundi, 6/32 Hastings Street, Laguna on Hastings, Noosa Heads. 0400 716 526 or thegalleryeumundi.com.au

DHALIA SUNSET BY NATASHA RUSCHKA, Art Nuvo

This is Arts Connect Inc’s annual sculpture competition. In 2022 the competition will be hosted at Flaxton Gardens, a stunning wedding venue, with views looking out over the Glass House Mountains toward the coastline. The competition will include indoor and outdoor sculptures across a variety of media.

Sculpture On The Edge is a free exhibition featuring a huge diversity of indoor and outdoor artworks. Open to the public

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13. NOVEMBER EXHIBITION

when November 1 to 30 where Montville Art Gallery, 138 Main Street, Montville. 5442 9211 or montvilleartgallery.com.au

17. NEW WORKS IN NOOSA

Proudly Supported by the Sunshine Coast Council’s grants program Arts Connect Inc gratefully thank the following sponsors

Renowned local artist Dale Marsh is the feature artist for November and continues to supply the gallery with impressionist works in lustrous colours. Dale has works in major Australian and international collections and is a well-known figure on his beloved Bribie Island. View his new works on the website or in the gallery, open 7 days a week at 138 Main Street, Montville.

16. DECEMBER EXHIBITION

The December feature artist is Lorraine Rogers, a talented artist who has developed a unique style and approach to watercolours. Her use of colour and design, combined with a passion for her subject matter results in wonderfully vibrant and evocative works with great appeal. She taps into the romance and emotion of the landscape and the charm of our Queenslander homes. See Lorraine’s work on display seven days a week in the gallery. when December 1 to 31 where Montville Art Gallery, 138 Main Street, Montville. 5442 9211 or montvilleartgallery.com.au

14. DIRECTORS CHOICE

An eclectic collection of artists rotated weekly with a special showcasing of works by Brisbane artist Anne-Marie Zanetti.

DECEMBER

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when November 20 to December 4 where Flaxton Gardens, 313-327 Flaxton Drive, Flaxton. sculptureontheedge.com.au

November 20 - December 4, 2022. Hosted and generously supported by Flaxton Gardens 313-327 Flaxton Drive, Flaxton.

David Hinchliffe’s inaugural solo show in Noosa will showcase his amazing passion for painting cityscapes, blustery days and adding in a sprinkle of romance and nostalgia. when December 7 to 19 where The Gallery Eumundi, 6/32 Hastings Street, Laguna on Hastings, Noosa Heads. 0400 716 526 or thegalleryeumundi.com.au

15. SCULPTURE ON THE EDGE

Seaview Artists Gallery, 4 Seaview Terrace, 5491 4788

Montville Art Gallery, 138 Main Street, 5442 9211

NOOSA EnigmaticHEADSDrawings

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

PEREGIAN BEACH

Maleny Art Direct, 21 Maple Street, 0413 885 220

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

75 Hastings Street, 0490 395 346

Jive Art + Design, 3/2 Hastings Street, 5455 3308

CooroyCOOROYButter Factory Arts Centre, 11A Maple Street, 5442 6665

Isabella’s Fine & Antique Jewellery, 2/41-47 Hastings Street, 5449 2626

AvenueMOOLOOLABAJ , 14/47-51 Mooloolaba Esplanade, 5444 4422

PomonaPOMONARailway Station Gallery, 10 Station Street, 5485 2950

COOLUM BEACH

MOFFAT BEACH

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

Noosa Arts & Crafts, 1 Wallace Drive, 5474 1211

OpalsGLENVIEWDown Under,

StevensYANDINAStreet Gallery, 2 Stevens Street, Yandina, 0414 687 895

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

Noosa Regional Gallery, 9 Pelican Street, 5329 6145

Gallery Beneath, 5444 7775

Solitude Art, 163 Glenview Road, 0413 013 882

ThePALMWOODSShed , 3-5 Main Street, 5479 6603

Red Desert Gallery, 43 Caplick Way, 0414 504 360

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

Koningen Art, 0490 778 462

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

ArtDOONANbyBrooks, 0417 071 336

ApmaEUMUNDIDesert, Ocean, Fabric Art & Accessories, Shop 3 Eumundi Village Centre, Eumundi, 0437 617 390

GalleryBenMONTVILLEMessinaLandscapes , 178 Main Street, 5478 5164

Tiffany Jones, 0407 452 024

Artisans Gallery, 43 Caplick Way, 0409 848 098

Tina Cooper Art & Glass, 0417 194 329

ArtNOOSAVILLEVision , 4/47 Gateway Drive, 0400 490 720

The Gallery Peregian Beach, 12 Grebe Street, 5448 2314

Peace Of Green Gallery, 38 Maple Street, 5499 9311

Montville Antiques, 162 Main Street, 5442 9400

ArtBUDERIMNuvo , 25 Gloucester Road, 5456 2445

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

Phillips Gallery, 0406 198 300

SIPPY UniversityDOWNSofthe Sunshine Coast Art Gallery, 90 Sippy Downs Drive, 5459 4645

ArtTINBEERWAHToursNoosa, 0424 456 877

DavidMALENYLinton Gallery,

The Gallery Eumundi, 6/32 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads, 0400 716 526

Yandina Historic House, 3 Pioneer Road, 5472 7181

ArtMAPLETONAntiqueAntlers, 3/1 Post Office Road, 0414 782 079

SunshineMINYAMACoast Art and Framing Gallery, 3 Longwood Street, Minyama, 5444 0009

GaiunganTEWANTINGallery, 11b Tewantin Plaza, 113 Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin, 0401 742 678

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

14 Maple Street, 5429 6831

11 Ballantyne Court, 5494 5400

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CaloundraCALOUNDRARegional Gallery, 22 Omrah Avenue, 5420 8299

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

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