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The iconic Betty Wallace with Acres Juicebar owners Katie and Margot Newman. Picture: DARRYN SMITH

Burger queen flips in By JOLENE OGLE BETTY’S $1 burgers are as much an icon of Noosa as the sun-soaked beaches. Mention Betty’s Burgers to any local and they will tell you of the good-old days when food was cheap, the surf was good and Hastings Street was a dirt road. Eventually, Hastings Street development forced Betty to move her business to a food van, where she enjoyed another four years serving locals and visitors at the Noosa Spit. It’s been more than 10 years since Betty last flipped a burger, but Noosa is in for a treat when the 82-year-old takes to the grill at Acres Juicebar this Saturday, all in the name of charity. Funds from every burger sold on

Saturday will go straight to local Ursula Lockwood, who has suffered with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) for over 15 years. Ursula is well-known in the community having worked alongside Noosa’s other icon, Hey Bill, and having spent many years in Sunshine Beach. “Despite my decision to move to Brisbane to be closer to specialist doctors and medical treatments, I still consider the Sunshine Coast my home and in my heart I remain very much a local girl,” she said. Since her diagnosis, Ursula has fought hard to raise enough funds to fly to Russia for a Human Stem Cell treatment, which is currently not available in Australia.

“Risky? Yes. But I’m determined to do all in my power to take advantage of this ground-breaking opportunity that offers incredible hope to all of us with MS,” she said. “The cost is extremely high and the waiting list is long, but I refuse to give up hope of a major improvement in my quality of life.” In the name of fund-raising, Acres Juicebar owners and sisters Katie and Margot Newman phoned Betty Wallace and asked if she would make a comeback to help raise funds for their dear friend, Ursula. Betty jumped straight on board, calling her original baker and butcher to ensure only the best burgers are served on Saturday.

Since announcing the event of Facebook, more than 890 people have liked the post, 237 have commented on it and over 400 people have shared the event, but Betty isn’t bothered by all the fuss. “Oh yeah, I don’t really understand all that stuff,” she said. And we might even be lucky enough to see Betty back on the grill. “I’m supervising, but you never know. I might have a go,” she said. Don’t miss the return of Betty’s Burgers this Saturday only from 11am to 3pm at Acres Juicebar, Gibson Road, Noosaville. Burgers are $1 each for small and $2 for a large burger. All proceeds will be donated to Ursula’s fund-raising campaign.

All funds raised from the sale of Betty’s $1 and $2 burgers will be donated to Ursula Lockwood (pictured with Hey Bill).

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Red-y to be red hot By MEGAN WILSON GINGER, Rusty and Bluey are just some of the names given to redheads, but only one name was appropriate on Friday at the Yandina Ginger Factory and that was Red Hot. Buderim Gingersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; nation-wide search to find Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hottest Ginger attracted more than 2300 entries with the winners, Bec Mountford and Nick Glen, being announced as the reddest of the red last Friday. Bec, 18, said she felt privileged to represent gingers and was glad to have her unique feature celebrated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m like anyone else, just a bit differentâ&#x20AC;? said Bec. Nick, 23, who is the only redhead in his family, said he loved the experience and although he never thought of becoming a model before, might consider it now. The winners go home with a 12-month modelling contract with Division Model Management and a share in the $15,000 prize pool. Other winners include Michael Collie, 29, who took out the prize for Hottest Ginger Beard and Bailey Hart, 27, who won the Peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choice Award after weeks of campaigning.

Michael Collie took out the prize for Hottest Ginger Beard. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I campaigned three times a day on Facebook and Instagramâ&#x20AC;? said Bailey. Sydney based redhead Bailey is donating her prizes to be raffled with all money raised going to help the other well loved redheads, orangutans.

People's Choice â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bailey Hart is all heart, donating the funds raised from raffling her prize to help orangutans.

Jail sister speaks out on inside DEBBIE Kilroy, a former prisoner, now lawyer and founder of Sisters Inside, will be the guest speaker at the Zonta Noosa International Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day breakfast on 8 March. Debbie founded Sisters Inside, an independent community organisation based in Brisbane that advocates for the human rights of criminalised women and girls, after serving six years for drug trafficking. Since her release, Debbie has gained a degree in social work and law, becoming the first person convicted of serious criminal offences to be admitted to practice law in Australia. Karyn Wood from ABC Radio will host the breakfast and all funds raised will be used for Zonta Noosa local community projects including educational bursaries that have helped women achieve their educational goals and pursue careers in fields which have been traditionally dominated by men. Zonta Noosa offers three bursaries through the University of the Sunshine Coast as well as an aviation bursary for a local school in Noosa. The International Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day breakfast will be held on Sunday 8

Former prisoner and founder of Sisters Inside will speak at the Zonta Noosa International Women's Day breakfast on 8 March at 9am. March at the Noosa Springs Spa and Golf Resort from 9am. Tickets are $35 per person and are

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INBRIEF At home to car raiders POLICE are urging locals and visitors to lock their cars, even if they are parked in their driveways for just a few minutes. Last week three people reported items stolen from their unlocked cars that were parked in the driveway of their homes throughout the Noosa shire. Noosa Heads Officer in Charge Senior Sergeant Steve McReight said it would be great to be able to leave a car unlocked but that was just inviting thieves. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People will target cars that are unlocked,â&#x20AC;? he said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;even if itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parked in your driveway. "None of the recent incidents have involved smashed windows. Every car was unlocked.â&#x20AC;&#x153; An international visitor also had items stolen from his car when he left his keys wrapped in a T-shirt on the beach while he went for a surf at Sunshine Beach. The German national had his passport, three credit cards and a wallet stolen.

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School zone EIGHT speeding tickets were issued in half an hour last Tuesday when local police began a blitz on school zones. Police are reminding drivers to drive with caution and to the speed limit in school zones now that term has started and have warned of more traffic operations to come. Senior Sergeant Steve McReight said police will be patrolling local school zones in the coming weeks to remind motorists to slow down.

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New biosphere in the wind By JOLENE OGLE NOOSA Mayor Noel Playford has welcomed Noosa Biosphere Association’s (NBA) decision to voluntarily wind-up the organisation after eight years of serving the community. Mayor Playford said the council would soon call a public meeting to discuss setting up a new Noosa Biosphere Reserve community association that will complete the new

community-based biosphere management structure. In a statement from the NBA, a spokesperson said the decision to wind-up was made in conjunction with Noosa Council to avoid future confusion and allow the council to take the next step in setting up the new association. “We were incorporated eight years ago with our primary objective to see management of the Biosphere

safely back in the hands of our community which members now agree has been achieved with the return of our council,” the spokesperson said. Mayor Playford congratulated the NBA’s efforts over the past eight years, particularly the important role played in achieving de-amalgamation. “NBA’s gesture is a show of faith that the new biosphere management framework, signed off by council in

December, will place control firmly in the community’s hands,” he said. “I congratulate NBA members on their past work and I encourage them, along with other interested residents, to consider contributing to the future of Noosa through the new incorporated association.” The council will host the upcoming public meeting but it is up to the community to take the lead in establishing the new association.

The biosphere model includes the new company – Noosa Biosphere Reserve Foundation – and the associated public trust to oversee strategic direction. Directors of the new Noosa Biosphere Reserve Foundation have had their first meeting and the community will have the chance to meet them at the coming meeting.

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Above: At the Nippers' 20 year reunion were Richard Francia, Jenny Francia, Paul Brady Nipper JAC 2013/2014, Mike Hardy, Jo Redwood and inaugural Nipper chairwoman Hilary Harding.

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Right: Richard Francia, second from left, as part of the first Sunshine Beach Surf Club Nipper program in 1994.

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PROVING you can take the man from the ocean, but not the ocean from the man, one of Sunshine Beach Surf Club’s first Nippers will return to patrol the beaches where he first learnt lifesaving skills almost 21 years ago. Richard Francia joined the first ever Nippers program in 1994 at the age of 10 but after five years in the program he moved to the United Kingdom with his family when he was 15 years old. But in the UK, a far cry from Queensland’s salty wind and sandy shores, Richard never forgot the allure of Sunshine Beach. After having recently moved to Brisbane, Richard said he was excited to be close to the beach once again and will make his way back to Sunshine Beach Surf Club to patrol the same beaches he did 20 years ago. Richard will re-take his bronze medallion and come to Sunshine Beach on the weekends to patrol and dreams of moving back permanently. The first Nippers program was much more subdued than today’s efforts, with numbers restricted to only 40 participants due to safety concerns. There are now up to 230 Nippers enrolled in the program each season with ages ranging from five to 14. After operating for more than 20 years, the Sunshine Beach Surf Club Nipper program has helped hundreds of local children learn essential lifesaving skills, gain confidence and has also produced Australian champions.

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Furry friends finding families By DARRYN SMITH POPPY the Staffy cross pup didn’t have to work hard to bring a smile to the faces of Noosa locals at the Pet Stock National Adoption Day last Saturday. Noosa Pet Stock was one of more than 100 Pet Stock stores throughout Australia that teamed up with 130 rescue groups to help find a forever home for their furry friends. Noosa RSPCA manager Nicole Cleary was happy to bring along a selection of kittens and pups like Poppy who are all looking for a home and a second chance at love. Nicole was also available for advice on how prospective

adoptees may be able to help a pet in need. “It’s a good opportunity to show we are doing adoptions in a different way,” she said. “We can get out there in the community and show people shelters aren’t always sad places and also have a face in the community.” Noosa Friends of the Hound vice-president Katrina Koutsellis was pleased to also be invited along to the National Adoption Day event. “It’s an absolutely fantastic idea,” she said. “It showcases the dogs and makes people think about adopting and not buying from a breeder.”

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“We noticed third and fourth placed entrants came from nowhere so, yes, we are very nervous as the count continued and anyone could have taken our place.” Sunshine Butterflies has recently bought a hobby farm to extend its services to animal care therapy and horticultural therapy. Leanne said everyone has their fingers crossed as they wait for the cheque presentation on 18 February at Martin Place, Sydney. “We could do with the money,” she said. The top two charities with the most photos submitted will take home $50,000 each in what is the final round of the $1 million charity giveaway. To date, Dick Smith has given away $6.5 million to charities and Leanne is hoping Sunshine Butterflies is next in line.

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IT will be a nervous wait for local charity Sunshine Butterflies as members head to Sydney to find out whether they will share in the Dick Smith $1 million giveaway. Thirty-seven charities from around Australia will share in $500,000 but Sunshine Butterflies is hoping to come home with one of the $50,000 cheques. The competition ran from July to December last year and required charities to send in photographs of people holding Dick Smith products. Sunshine Butterflies founder Leanne Walsh said the charity was in the lead until December after which the entrants were listed in alphabetical order to not give away the results. “From the 19 December the list was put in alphabetical order, so we are unaware if we remained in first place or not,” she said.

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The first community jury in action. Picture: DARRYN SMITH

Jury is out on waste NOOSA’S 24 Community Jury members wasted no time on Saturday getting straight into investigating the best way to reduce the 10,000 tonnes of organic waste currently reaching local landfill annually. The jury will spend the next five months unpacking the complicated topic as they prepare to report back to council with their recommendations. Noosa Mayor Noel Playford said organic waste management

was an incredibly multi-faceted subject, with long-term financial and environmental implications for Noosa ratepayers. “Waste management costs council more than $13 million annually and there are space constraints and emissions targets facing councils all over Australia, forcing the need to reduce the volume of organic waste being sent to landfill,” he said. “The implications of getting this wrong could run into tens of

millions of dollars, hence the importance of an exhaustive and well-rounded investigation of all the options.” As part of Saturday’s session, the jury heard how a typical household produces enough general waste to fill eight shopping trolleys annually, including more than $650 worth of wasted food. Roughly 48 per cent of that household waste is potentially compostable, but currently ends up in landfill.

The jury will use monthly meetings to ask hard questions and seek out further information from experts on residents’ behalf. Mayor Playford said the selected jury members reflected the demographic profile of Noosa and would incorporate a wide range of points of view. “The jury’s contribution will assist us to make informed decisions around how we best manage organic waste into the future,” he said.

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to be consistently delivering fantastic wedding experiences to our couples every year,” she said. Noosa Boathouse will host over 70 weddings this year, 92 per cent of which are “destination weddings” from outside the local area, which will contribute an estimated $1.5 million into the local tourism economy through accommodation, restaurants, retail and more.

and showcase Australia’s best wedding reception and ceremony venues and suppliers over the past four years. After five consecutive years as a state finalist and a consistent average rating of 96 per cent, Noosa Boathouse has finally made it to the top five. Events manager Tahlia said the result was great, especially in such a competitive market. “Our team is thrilled with this result and we’re so proud

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Photos of Noosa values NOOSA Council is calling for photos that express Noosa. Roadside trees, footpath dining, minimal signage and the use of natural materials are some of the things residents have told council they love about Noosa and want to see captured in a new values and principles document to be used by council staff and the design community. Council are asking for residents and visitors to upload pictures with examples of the sorts of visual elements they think work well currently within the shire. Photos can be uploaded, as well as written submissions, at Council’s YourSay Noosa portal at http://yoursay. noosa.qld.gov.au or alternatively via email to assets@noosa.qld.gov.au.The website also includes discussion forums and a survey.

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TOURISM Noosa will now oversee all of the shire’s tourist marketing activities from July. The change is part of new arrangements to be adopted by council when their obligation to fund Sunshine Coast Council owned Sunshine Coast Destination Limited to the tune of$50,000 ends in June. Noosa Mayor Noel Playford said council wouldn’t reduce funding for marketing, but would no longer fund a company owned and controlled by another council. “We are obliged to ensure Noosa tourism levy funds are spent on clearly defined objectives and Tourism Noosa will ensure value for money and accountability,” he said. “Tourism Noosa has spent many years successfully marketing Noosa both nationally and abroad. “It has many runs of the board and it is well positioned to drive our tourism marketing.” Tourism Noosa Chairman Steve McPharlin thanked the Noosa Council for entrusting the team with the responsibility of marketing the Noosa region. “As the destination marketing company charged with marketing Noosa, we take this responsibility seriously and remain committed to protecting and enhancing the Noosa brand, product and destination,” he said. Mr McPharlin said Tourism Noosa looked forward to a continued collaboration with all partners including Noosa Council, Sunshine Coast Destination Ltd, other regional stakeholders and Tourism Australia, by investing in measurable tourism initiatives that would bring economic benefit to the Noosa tourism industry and local community.

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Snap up a perfect setting WINNING a Noosa holiday proved enticing to hundreds of visitors who enjoyed their summer holidays in Noosa with more than 900 entries received for Tourism Noosa’s Summer Facebook competition. Visitors were asked to simply capture and upload photos of their best Noosa summer holiday experience on the Visitnoosa Facebook page or post via Instagram or Twitter using the hashtag #noosasummer. With some stunning images uploaded, it was a hard choice but the winning photo is an iconic destination image of Noosa Main Beach at sunset with beautiful sunrays against

the backdrop of the Noosa National Park and swimmers enjoying the last moments of sunshine in the water, captured by Instagram used @digidudeza - Klaus Germann. Tourism Noosa CEO Damien Massingham said the competition was designed to highlight the local region. “The competition was about celebrating the very best of a perfect Noosa summer. “Whether it’s a photo of a favourite destination in Noosa, a memorable dish at a restaurant or a photo of friends and family enjoying one of the many activities on offer across the Noosa region,” he said.

Winner: Sun rays over Noosa. Horse riding on the Noosa North Shore.

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Runs on board By JOLENE OGLE SUPPORT is pouring in for the Betty Blockbuster community cricket day with local businesses and community members lending a hand to help raise funds for breast cancer support. Local real estate principal Rosemary Callaghan is the driving force behind the McGrath Foundation Pink Stumps Day fundraising event that will see locals come together for a friendly game of cricket on 21 February at the Tewantin cricket grounds. Rosemary, who lost her mother to breast cancer, said the event is close to her heart and she hopes to raise funds to help other women who are suffering with breast cancer. “I have always watched cricket and the McGrath Foundation is close to my heart because my mother was a big cricket fan and I lost my mother to breast cancer,” she said. Ricky’s River Bar and Restaurant is the latest local business to come on board and lend a hand, of-

fering to supply pulled pork buns on the day as well as a voucher for Ricky’s Wood Fire Grill. Rosemary has already hit her fundraising target for six by raising more than $1100 just before Christmas and more than $2000 in prizes have been donated. There will also be face painting and balloons for the kids, plus plenty of action on the pitch as Noosa locals and business owners take to the field. The Betty Blockbuster Pink Stumps Day will be held at the Mat Thornhill Oval, McKinnon Drive, Tewantin, on Saturday 21 February from noon. Anyone who would like to sponsor, support or play in the event should contact Rosemary on 0419 236 133 or email rose@rosemarycallaghanrealty.com.au. Everyone who comes along on the day and makes a donation will go in the draw to win a signed Michael Clarke cricket bat which has been kindly donated by Sportspower Noosaville.

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Above: Sports Power team member and cricketer Adam Curry shows off the Pink Stumps Day gear and signed Michael Clarke bat that will be up for raffle at the Betty Blockbuster. Left: Ricky's staff and managers James Alcock, Rhys Kelly, Braden White, Michael Roelofs, Jeremiah Jones with event organiser Rosemary Callaghan, have offered their support for the Pink Stumps Day Betty Blockbuster. Pictures: DARRYN SMITH

THE Thursday Girls are back to it, raising funds for underprivileged students in Noosa who they believe should have access to the same opportunities as their peers. This year, The Thursday Girls are inviting anyone who wants to help with fundraising to come and join the group at its monthly luncheons. The first luncheon for 2015 will be held on Thursday 26 February at Bertoni’s, Thomas Street, Noosaville. This year The Thursday Girls will focus on their educational program designed to help students from low-income families access school-based activi-

ties and school programs such as swimming lessons, school excursions and school camps. “Unfortunately, some families find themselves, from time to time, in situations where they cannot afford to pay for extracurricular activities and this can lead to hardship and heartache for these families,” they said. Anyone is welcome to join The Thursday Girls. Anyone interested in attending the first luncheon of the year on Thursday 26 February at Bertoni’s can phone Di Kirby on 5474 1184 or email brian.dianne2@ bigpond.com.

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The Pomona dance group has been busy rehearsing the Break the Chain dance. From left to right, Emily Beattie, Nikki Craigie, Sarah Bailey, Kali Kuskopf, Nadia Dunning, Penny Fisher, Daniel Epps, Jarrad Greentree and Nathan Squire were among the 2014 graduating class of Noosa District State High School. time at school and said hard work and a focused dedication to her studies helped her achieve an OP 1. Jarrad Greentree said outstanding academic outcomes by students for the class of 2014 showed students did not need to go to private schools to get great OP scores. “Our results show that Noosa District State High School is a great place to learn,” he said. Noosa District State High School staff said they were immensely proud of the 2014 graduates and wish them great success and happiness as they take on the real world.

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MORE than 200 people are expected to take a stand against domestic violence on Valentine’s Day when they take to the grass for the One Billion Rising dance. The annual V Day dance will be held at the Lions Park, Gympie Terrace, Noosaville, on Saturday at 5pm. Established on Valentine’s Day in 2012, the dance is part

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THE numbers are in and Noosa District State High School has a lot to be proud of with 78 per cent of students graduating with an OP score between 1 and 10. According to the school, nine students achieved an OP within the 1 to 5 range, and 98 per cent of eligible students received tertiary offers. Almost 300 vocational education and training certificates were issued and 93 per cent of students graduated with a Queensland Certificate of Education. A Noosa District State High School spokesperson said the results were a wonderful achievement from the graduates. “It will soon be back to business after a long summer holiday for many of the graduates who plan to embark on their tertiary studies at some of Queensland’s leading universities,” the spokesperson said. Graduate Karli Kuskopf is one of the students who achieved an OP score of 1, and has enrolled to study a double bachelor degree of Law and Journalism at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT). Nikki Craigie, Nadia Dunning and Emily Beattie all received an OP score of 2, and have enrolled at the University of Queensland. Nikki said she was looking forward to studying a Bachelor of Science, while Nadia is planning to study a Bachelor of Pharmacy, and Emily would enjoy a gap year in Europe be-

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ONE of the great things about sport is that a winner is normally decided on the spot - you either cross the line first, jump the highest, score the most points, touch the wall first, or are the last man standing as in Steve Bradbury’s case. Prime Minister Tony Abbott remains in the top job after a 61-39 result in the spill motion earlier in the week. Mr Abbott has made promises that he will change and he will be more consultative. I am, like many of you are, an LNP voter and I’m happy this action has now been put to bed. Or has it? If it’s not Malcolm Turnbull, will someone else come from the bleachers, after some backbencher no-one has heard of, puts his or her hand up asking for another challenge? Let me assure you, that’s what will happen as Mr Abbott isn’t going to change his style. His style is what got the Liberals back in after the previous government’s constant leadership challenges.

What a majority of Australians don’t want is instability, and certainly not party backstabbing just because of someone’s ego - who wants to have their picture taken or be interviewed on television. I don’t have a problem with Abbott but I do have a problem with people who don’t want to play the game. The game most politicians know they are in, once they put their hand up for pre-selection at their home base. Look at any successful sporting team. Cricketers need to bat and bowl, rugby league need forwards to win the ball, before the backs run wide to score, a boxer gets advice between rounds, a golfer listens to his caddie, Black Caviar didn’t win 25 races on the trot without jockey Luke Nolen onboard and Peter Moody training. I only wish the state election results could be as easy as a 9am Monday meeting, with Labor still with its nose in front but still waiting to deliver the knock-out punch. The end result is that Gympie to Tweed Heads is LNP, that will not change, there will be no morning meeting.

The decision now lies in the hands of others who quite rightly will vote for what’s best for their constituents. Thankfully politics and sport don’t mix, other than great photo opportunities but let’s take a snapshot of Noosa sport. At the recent Sport Star of the Year Awards night, Jocelyn McCallum, Luke Thomas, Shara Gillow, Remy Fairweather, Jordan Mercer, Jordan Csabi, Brittany Elmslie, Julian Wilson were all named in the individual section. Noosa Festival of Surfing scored Event of the Year, perennial winner Josh Constable was inducted into the Hall of Fame, and organiser Phil Jarratt was one of a quartet into the Legends Category. Noosa hosts numerous quality annual events like Triathlon and Marathon Festivals, Sevens International Rugby, Pro-Ams, Fishing Festivals, Swimming and Surfing. Our facilities invite and allow national and international teams and individuals to come here. And as highly regarded Tri coach Nick Croft says ‘Noosa provides a home away from home’. It’s pretty simple really. Until next time.

Back row from left - Oscar Rodgers, Tristan Collins, Zac Barwicki, Zion Pettigrove, Tom Emanual and Brock Redwood. Front row - Nick Sloman, Tom Wilson, Niamh Johnston and Ben Ashman.

Punching above their weight IT WAS an eventful finish to this summer’s Ocean Assault series as some of Australia’s top surf athletes hit the beach at North Burleigh over the weekend. The Surf Sports series saw more than 250 athletes compete across the two day event, with the finals on Sunday. Ocean Assault is a threepart series with the first two rounds held earlier in the year and the third round held last Saturday.

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Teams from Newport to Noosa competed in the three carnivals, with Sunshine Beach Surf Club entering ten competitors, all of whom made it through to the finals on Sunday. It was a good weekend for Sunshine Beach Surf Club with the club’s young team, aged either 16 or 17, competing against 21-yearold athletes, and team member Nick Sloman taking out first place in the open surf race.

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COMMUNITYUPDATES CeLeBRATe ST VALeNTINe’S DAY AT THe LIBRARY FRIENDS of the Noosaville Library will invite ‘Library Lovers’ to celebrate St Valentine’s Day at the Noosaville Library with coffee (or tea) and cake between 10am and 11am on Saturday 14 February. The morning tea is complimentary and all library members are welcome.

CHRISTIAN FeLLowSHIP oF NooSA THE Pardon with a Paid Plenty is the title of the message to be brought by Tony Lake at the Christian Fellowship of Noosa on Sunday 15 February. For warmth of welcome and amiable atmosphere, come and join with us in the CWA Hall next to the Tewantin Post Office, from 9.30am. If you would like to know more about us, just call Tony on 5474 0620.

enjoy the birds of Wallace Park, meet Valda at 8.30am in the car park. Visit www.noosaparks. org.au or you can ‘Like’ NPA on facebook.

CooRoY-NooSA FAMILY AND LoCAL HISToRY GRouP THE first meeting this year of Cooroy-Noosa Family and Local History Group will be at 1pm on Saturday 14 February. The venue will be the Cooroy Library. Members of the writers group will read some of their stories written last year, afternoon tea and the general meeting will follow. Visit www.genealogy-noosa.org.au or phone 5442 5570 to find out more.

FuN ukuLeLe RAW beginner class starting soon, no musical experience needed. Phone the Ukulele Lady 0410 573 629.

CALLING ALL PeRFoRMeRS ENROLMENTS for term one and two of Creating Unity’s performance program for people with a disability have opened. Term one will run from Friday 13 February to 17 April and term two will run from 1 May to 26 June. Anyone interested in taking part in Creating Unity’s 2015 program can email creatingunityqld@gmail.com.

CLASSICAL MuSIC APPReCIATIoN WE are looking for people to attend our classical music appreciation group that meets in a private home in Noosa Waters every Thursday from 9.30am to 11.30am. We listen to classical music on CDs or sometimes watch DVDs. We also learn a little about the music and composers and have a short coffee break. There is no charge, just a $2 donation for coffee, tea and biscuits. Phone co-ordinator Lyn on 5449 0537 for more information.

FRIDAY eNVIRoNMeNT FoRuM NewS FoR FeBRuARY 13 HALLS Creek gives its name to a 1400-hectare parcel of land situated south west of Caloundra and east of the Bruce Highway. This land is adjacent to the Pumicestone Passage which is an internationally significant wetland forming part of the RAMSAR listed Moreton Bay Marine Park. Both Caloundra and Sunshine Coast Councils in consultation with the community, have consistently rejected moves to develop this land thereby protecting the environmental and recreational values of Pumicestone Passage. Now the State Government is insisting that it be designated as a growth area in the South East Queensland Regional Plan. Guest speaker at the Friday Environment Forum on 13 February, Weibe ter Bals of Sunshine Coast Environment Council, will explain the history of Halls Creek and the various threats should development occur there. Join the audience at Noosa Parks Association’s Environment Centre, Wallace Drive, Noosaville for the Friday Forum, from 10.30am. To

On call this week Meals on Wheels WEEKLY roster for Tewantin-Noosa Meals on Wheels, for the week beginning Monday 16 February to Friday 20 February. Monday drivers: Helen and John, Geoff and Margaret, Pat and John, Jackie, Bev, Tony, driver needed for run D. kitchen: Verena, Len, Neil and Steven. Tuesday drivers: Bruce, Astrid, Anne, Gail, Tania and Friends, council Marilla/ Cassie, Libby and Jan. kitchen: Ashleigh, Christine, Jo and George. wednesday drivers: Des and Ian, Ray, Denise, Tony, drivers needed for runs B, C, D. kitchen: Carol, Jill, Elfie, Gerry, Neil and John G. Thursday drivers: Stewart, Graham, Brian E., Sylvia and David, Geoff and Jane, Jan and Wendy, Linda and Nabil. kitchen: Christine, Lois and Robyn. Friday drivers: Brian C., Jan and Bob, Brian G., Les and Vicki, driver needed for run E, Margaret and Ray, Rosalie and Jack. kitchen: Sandy, Martina, Elfie, George and Trev. If you are unavailable or can do an extra run, please phone the kitchen on 5449 7659.

INSIDe/ouTSIDe FeeLING GReAT woRkSHoP ARE you an older woman feeling that some of life’s joys are slipping away? Come along to the Inside/Outside Feeling Great Workshop and learn how to let go of past grievances, transcend limiting beliefs on ageing, as well as learn the tricks of personal styling to reflect beauty and confidence at any age. This workshop will allow you to enjoy life to the fullest. Workshop leaders are Deb, an accredited Louise Hay Heal Your Life teacher and Cat, a trained personal stylist. The event is being held on Friday 20 February, 10am to 1.15pm at Cooroy Library (Community Access Room). For bookings and inquires email insideoutsidegreat@gmail.com Phone 0439 708 142 or 0431 105 879.

QCwA CooRoY BRANCH CeNT SALe THE branch will hold its Cent Sales on Saturday 21 February, at the CWA Hall on Maple Street, Cooroy. Doors open noon, starts 1.30pm. Free admission, great prizes to be won. A delicious afternoon tea will be served, all welcome. For tickets phone Wendy (07) 5447 6140.

NooSAVILLe VIew CLuB LuNCHeoN A LUNCHEON will be held on Thursday 26 February, at 11am for an 11.30am start at the Tewantin/Noosa RSL. If you would like to join us please ring the lunch co-ordinator Nanette McLay on 5455 6157 by the Sunday before the meeting.

THe THeoSoPHICAL SoCIeTY SuNSHINe CoAST LoDGe NooSA A PUBLIC meeting will be held on Friday 20 February, from 7pm, on the topic: “Tibetan views on dying - dying ‘Tibetan style’ - with Anna Robb. “Death is certain, the time of death is un-

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certain and the only thing that can help us at the time of our death is our mental/spiritual development. Understand the true meaning of life, how to accept death, help the dying, the dead and the process of bereavement. Understand the process of dying - the physiological stages of death revolve around changes in winds, channels and drops - the eight cycles of dissolution - what happens in the intermediate state after death. Practices for the Dying - practical, emotionally and spiritually - the profound experiences that can occur at the moment of death. All welcome. Gold coin donation. The CWA Hall, 123 Poinciana drive, Tewantin. Contact Ailsa on 5470 2656, or Janet on 0416 442 962.

NooSA DISTRICT BAND THE band welcomes returning players, new members, and anyone interested in playing or supporting the concert band. Come along and meet conductors and members, ask questions and enjoy a cuppa. Practices for the year started Tuesday 3 February at the Hinterland Church, Cooroy, behind the library. Whether you are 17 or 70, new to music or experienced, we hope to see you there. Contact Paul Ritchie on 0412 737 247 or email mgb079@gmail.com

CLASSICAL MuSIC APPReCIATIoN WE are looking for people to attend our Classical Music Appreciation group that meets in a private home in Noosa Waters every Thursday from 9.30am to 11.30am. We listen to classical music on CDs or sometimes watch DVDs. We also learn a little about the music and composers and have a short coffee break. There is no charge, just a $2 donation for coffee, tea and biscuits. Phone co-ordinator Lyn on 5449 0537.

TewANTIN-NooSA NATIoNAL SeNIoRS THE next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa National Seniors will be held on Thursday 26 February at the Noosa Catholic Church Hall, Moorindill Street, Tewantin, at 1.15pm for a 1.30pm start. Our guest speaker is Detective Senior Sergeant Damien Powell from the Missing Persons Unit. He is an excellent speaker and not to be missed. Everyone welcome. Phone Norm on 5474 0919.

HeALING CLASS EMOTIONAL freedom training (EFT) with Ruth Eedy will be held on Monday 16 February. Tapping on meridian/acupuncture points. Suitable for counsellors, social workers, psychologists and any other type of health care professional, as well as the lay person. The sixweek course starts Monday 16 February from 9am to 10.30am at Tewantin. Address is available when booking. Cost is $30 per week and $20 for seniors, pensioners and unemployed. For bookings phone 0427 169 301 or email rutheedyseminars@gmail.com

More than 700 million people don't have access to clean water. Picture: wATeRAID, ToM GReeNwooD

Call for fresh water walkers IN NOOSA, we rarely need to walk more than 10 steps to access clean water, but in the developing world, people have no choice but to walk up to 10 kilometres a day. The WaterAid Walk 4 Water campaign is a fund-raising event from 16 to 20 March asking people to clock up 10,000 steps per day in a bid to raise funds and awareness for the more than 700 million people around the world who don’t have access to safe water. The national fund-raiser coincides with World Water Day on 22 March, and asks participants to walk the equivalent daily journey women undertake in the developing world to collect often unsafe water. WaterAid Australia CEO Paul Nichols said access to water was a basic human right and it was staggering to think one in 10 of the world’s population was deprived of their right to water. “Over half a million children needlessly die every year from diseases such as diarrhoea and cholera by drinking unsafe water,” he said. “Unsafe water also impacts productivity and limits economies, taking time away from education, work and other tasks that could provide additional income for families.” Last year WaterAid Australia, through its local partners in South East Asia and the Pacific, helped almost 8000 people access clean, fresh water. Anyone is welcome to register for the Walk 4 Water fund-raiser by visiting www.walk4water.com.au and asking friends, family and co-workers to sponsor 10,000 steps. Once registered, all participants will be sent a pedometer to count the steps taken.

Join the pride By DARRYN SMITH THE Cooroy Pomona Lions Club is looking for community-minded locals to join their club. Club president Robin Salmon said he could sum up in one sentence what it meant to be a Lion. “You get a lot out of your community and sometimes you feel you have to give a bit back,” he said. As an organisation, the Lions have been serving the community since 1972 by co-ordinating events such as the annual International Wimmer’s King of the Mountain race, as well as provide breakfast for students at the Noosa District High School Pomona campus every Tuesday morning. Members of the Cooroy Pomona Lions Club also volunteer at the annual Christmas in Cooroy family event, hold monthly barbecues at the Pomona markets and cater for the Pomona and Cooroy school celebrations. The Cooroy Pomona Lions Club meets at the Old Pomona Scout Den at the base of Mount Cooroora on the second Wednesday of each month at 7pm. New members are very welcome and can phone David on 0414 833 509 for details.

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Looking for members - the Cooroy Pomona Lions Club, from left: club president Robin Salmon, Geoff Bailue, Coral Salmon, Heather Manders and Barry Stewart. Picture: DARRYN SMITH

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Vote of thanks A GREAT thankyou to the Noosa Tewantin Bowls Club for making my birthday wish come true. The ticket to rise was hilarious. Special thanks to Peter, Dawn and the groundsmen for making my day so much more special. Thankyou very much Kathleen for organising it all. Yvonne Atanassoff, Tewantin. A big thumbs up to the man who collected the litter in Lions Park, Noosaville, last week. We know it wasn’t your rubbish, so thank you for looking after Noosa! Thank you to the staff of River Read, Noosaville, for always being so helpful and friendly. Love your store!

Right on to this gorgeous weather! Our visitors from France are loving it.

Shame on the litter bugs who threw fast food wrappers from their window on Reef Street on Saturday. That is disgusting.

Write off to the people who fail to give way on the roundabouts in Noosa. It’s dangerous and someone is going to get hurt.

Phone: 5455 6946 info@noosatoday.net.au Street/Postal address 36 Mary Street, Noosaville, QLD 4566 Editorial Jolene Ogle Jonathon Howard newsdesk@noosatoday.net.au Advertising Tracey Combes Jess Divito Sharon Latham Karen Tatters sales@noosatoday.net.au Classified Advertising Phone: 5455 6946 Email: classifieds@noosatoday.net.au Delivered FREE every THURSDAY to households and businesses. Noosa Today is Noosa Shire’s only fully-independent, weekly community newspaper. DISTRIBUTION AREA: Noosa Heads, Sunshine Beach, Sunrise Beach, Marcus Beach, Castaways Beach, Peregian Beach, Coolum Beach, Peregian Springs, Weyba Downs, Verrierdale, Lake Cooroibah, Doonan, Eumundi, Cooroy Mountains, Cooroy, Noosaville, Tewantin, Tinbeerwah, Lake Macdonald, Pomona & Cooran

Vote for change THANKYOU to all the voters in Noosa who wanted a change. Not only for the area but the state. Labor will not forget those who voted for me. Labor now has the ability to show our leader will consult and listen to the communities of Queensland, which is how a true democratic society works. Noosa needs some change to progress and I will continue to fight for a better Noosa right up to the next election. I will always do the very best for my community - with passion comes drive, with drive comes commitment, and with commitment comes results for our community. An example of our commitments to the electorate were: * Candidate and my team phone called over 10,000 homes in Noosa; * Candidate and my team doorknocked over 2500 homes in Noosa; * Candidate and my team held community barbecues to talk to the public; * Candidate and my team held street stalls to introduce the Labor candidate to Noosa; and * Labor sea of red roadside every weekday up to the election, now that’s commitment. I am committed to ensure Noosa does not get left behind, and that the people of Noosa have a say in how we protect our community and the lifestyle we already enjoy. A true community balance is needed and not just that of a few in self-perceived positions of power, pushing their views onto the entire area. I will return to my real job in just over a week. Yes, I am a local paramedic and I love my job. See you around Noosa. Mark Denham, Labor candidate in the State Election.

Stunned I WAS totally stunned so many voters in the Noosa Shire and environs voted for Labor (or the Greens, which was another vote for Labor preferentially) in Saturday’s election given the treatment received from the previous Labor Government. It seems many voters have forgotten the forced council amalgamations, the water ‘grab’ by Brisbane and Unity Water forced on us - all of this on top of the Traveston Dam fiasco that drove some farmers to suicide and others off their productive lands. As well as the ill-conceived desalination scheme that cost billions of dollars of taxpayers’ money and is now mothballed. Campbell Newman was working hard to work off the debt the previous Labor Government left us, but to no avail. It seems now, under Labor, we will be back to a ‘handout’ mentality. Shirley E. Krasnoff, Sunrise Beach.

Lack of communication IF THE LNP were discarded because of a lack of communication then perhaps Noosa Council should be concerned by their lack of transparency. Unfortunately, this new government is already indebted and these fiscal restraints will impact Noosa Council’s already strained finances. Forced amalgamation of weaker councils could be a solution. John Lobb, Peregian Springs.

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I REFER to the recent granting/gifting of $25,000 of Noosa ratepayers dollars to the NPA for a “sort of” scientific study of our Noosa river and lakes system to be carried out by NPA scientists based in Florida, USA and Germany which includes the growing out of oysters. In all matters relevant to public transparency and accountability, who and what departments/individuals also their qualification are

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Noosa Today columnist Emily Black snapped this turtle with her phone camera while at the Emerald Resort on Hastings Street. If you have a Lenscape you want to share, email your photos to newsdesk@noosatoday. net.au. gathering the science. May I ask through your popular local newspapers of both the Noosa Council and Mr Michael Gloster of the NPA to give the Noosa ratepayers an ongoing situation report of Noosa ratepayer monies spent and being spent on this ‘scientific study’ of our paradise known as the Noosa river and lakes system. Thankyou. Trevor Clarey, Boreen Point.

Run the beach AS A British visitor that has walked many miles on your glorious local beaches, I think your local/tourist publicity office ought to consider organising a beach run (obviously around low tide) along the line of the city half marathons/10-kilometre runs that take place around the world. The flat, smooth continuous beaches from Sunrise to Coolum (no cars or aircraft) really are crying out for an annual event of this type. With the right build-up and probable TV coverage, I’m sure this beautiful Noosa area would reap fabulous publicity. Pete Williams, Currently at Peregian Springs.

Beyond colour coding IF ONLY the world was as simple as Dr R. Pearson believes in his letter to the Noosa Today (5 February). The colour code approach to life. I guess the election results should say something to him. The support in the Noosa state electorate, isn’t echoed across the state. Far from it. Extremely close to a minority of colour-coded LNP voters exist elsewhere. It looks like the LNP may lose power (or definitely have a very tenuous hold on government). It was curious Dr. R. Pearson only mentioned local issues in his form guide on the LNP ‘successes’ and ‘guarantees’. All his assertions about the LNP producing results on local issues, should be looked at for what they are. Dr Pearson’s asserted the LNP: ... will ‘enliven the abandoned TAFE’ What - the one which so many in this electorate worked to have built but was suddenly closed by the LNP because their bean-counters at head office couldn’t see the value of visual arts courses in a community. How conveniently it was for them not to see the employment successes gained by many of these students in their futures? (As if we need less people in the creative industries today! There is an obvious dearth of creative thinking among so many people involved in current political decision-making. That is why our country is being left so far behind and bereft of new ideas). Dr Pearson asserted: ‘Only the NLP can clean up the rotting hulks on the Noosa River’. Well, Glen Elmes has had eight straight years in power here and has never done anything about this old problem. I would say as a campaign strategy, Mr Elmes should either do something about it this time or stop rolling out the same empty threat

each election. Does he think people are stupid? Do you have any good ideas Mr Elmes, for the high unemployment in this area? Dr Pearson also asserted: ‘The LNP will keep the Noosa Hospital running’. There have been serious indications that funds will dry up from an LNP government to keep this hospital open. Just ‘running’ does not plan for future needs. The best hospital care is of the utmost importance to everyone. With a life-threatening event, going to Nambour or anywhere else out of this area, may not be enough. In the above assertions, Dr R. Pearson uses the words: ‘enliven’, ‘clean up’ and ‘keep running’. These are merely the daily duties of keeping a house going (in domestic terminology). What about ‘new programs’, ‘trying new ideas’ and ‘really listening to people about what the community needs and dreams of’? What about other major issues in our community not addressed by the local government representative? I’m really sorry that it looks like we will never get this kind of expansive thinking from the current LNP representation in our area. Should we be happy with this state of affairs? I think not. Philip Brown, Noosaville.

Lack of intelligence? SO IT wasn’t intelligent analysis that caused voters in Queensland and Victoria to vote as they did? The PM reckons it was voters “absent-mindedness” that caused the results. Maybe it’s just an outbreak of democratic free thought that is soon to hit NSW? Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach.

Looking forward IN JANUARY 2014 Noosa became a council again, having received an 80 per cent vote from ratepayers to preserve the ideals of the Noosa area regarding excessive development and protection of our national parks. In January 2015 50 per cent of the residents voted to return the sitting member, thus hoping for the return of another LNP government who before the ballot wanted to legislate to prevent objections by ratepayers and the Noosa Council with threats of fines and penalties by the LNP State Government which wanted to foster development and tourism projects into our National Parks unlimited. Where did the voters go wrong - letters in your paper are all looking backwards to what happened years ago, what happened to those 80 per cent from 2014 who were looking forward with such enthusiasm for the Noosa Council, which thus far is successful. The LNP appears to have been thrown out for their ideals and proposals, so give the new mob a go and you can do the same to them if they don’t perform, like the last lot. Look forward, not back. Garry Boyle, Pomona.

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SOME readers might have noticed a ‘for sale by owner’ advertisement in the paper recently, and I must confess that this is my property, which is for sale. You may be wondering why I have decided to list my property by myself, and not go for an agent. I’ve chosen to go this way as about 70 per cent of all my clients are local real estate agents, and knowing all of them for many years, I couldn’t choose just one. I had a lady phone me to ask for advice on selling her home herself, but my advice is not to do it. Even with my connections, it is a very stressful process and I would not recommend it. Little Fish Media does photography, copywriting and social media marketing just to name a few things - so I was able to do all the marketing sides of things myself. But it takes time. Then it takes time to answer phone calls, show the property and do the contract (not that we’ve gotten to that part yet). And it might not sound like much, but when I am trying to run a business and my husband works full-time, it is a lot. Real estate agents take all the stress out of the sale process, and that is just one of many things they bring to the table. They have the time to take the phone calls, show people your home and manage your contract. The next step is choosing your agent, and how do you know who is the best person to enlist? Those agents or agencies with the loudest advertisements aren’t necessarily the best fit for you. Agents are a critical part of the selling process who not only take out the stress, but offer professional insights and experience as well.

It certainly isn't easy to sell your own home. Get in touch with a professional. Word of mouth is always a good way to get started - ask around to see if any of your friends and colleagues have had a good or bad experience with any local agencies and agents. If you are new to the area and are unable to seek recommendations, check the local paper and see who is out there. Once you have a list of potential agents ready, call them and arrange to meet with them for an interview to ultimately choose an agent who has experience, integrity and professionalism. Some questions to ask yourself include:

· Do they seem genuinely interested in your

listing price? Some questions for you ask them include:

· What is your experience as a real estate agent?

· How long have you worked in the local area?

· How many sales were you involved with in the past 12 months?

· How many listings do you have? · What are your strengths as an agent? · Which marketing strategy is best for our property?

· Do they have a membership of the local,

I would suggest having the agents come to your listing - this way they can conduct an on-site appraisal and can aptly communicate on how to best serve you.

· Do they have knowledge of the local area

This service should be free and you are in no way obligated to engage this agent.

property, or is it just another listing for them? state or national real estate institute? where your listing is located?

· Do they have knowledge of the price bracket you are selling in?

· Are they honest about the market and your

From this process it should be easy to tell who to pick, and once you’ve chosen your agent a written agreement should be drawn up, which will show a fee estimate, charges

and expenses you are expected to pay once sold. You can choose to send the agreement to your solicitor before signing to ensure everything is kosher. They should provide you with:

· Recent market sales and appraisal data in your area;

· Contact with buyers; · Advice on marketing and presenting your home;

· Start the marketing and advertising campaign;

· Negotiate services between you and your buyers; and

· Provide administration of all legal and financial requirements.

Now that you’re armed with this bevy of information you should be well on your way to choosing the agent that is right for you. And this week I will wish you all happy home selling. Until next time!

Submission support for negative gearing IN ITS pre-budget submission, the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has urged the government to retain negative gearing to encourage property investment and place downward pressure on rents. REIA CEO Amanda Lynch said negative gearing and the capital gains tax (CGT) feed the supply side pipeline at a time of chronic under supply in Australia. “Any alteration to the current arrangements would likely result in a need for a greater investment by the government in social housing and could potentially increase rents, as recognised by the Henry Tax Review in 2010, which states the current provisions placed downward pressure on rents,” she said. REIA’s pre-budget submissions include eight 18 NOOSA TODAY | Thursday, 12 February, 2015

recommendations, which they describe as contributing to Australia’s economic development and productivity, while attracting first home buyers into the market. Among the recommendations, is a suggestion conveyance stamp duty is abolished and replaced with a more efficient source of revenue for states and territories, as well as the establishment of a scheme to encourage young Australians to have access to their superannuation to raise a deposit for a first home. REIA also recommends a mechanism to ensure the availability of reliable data on housing demand and supply to assist in formulating effective policies, as well as better use of private investment to improve the supply of housing for social housing tenants transitioning to private rental.

REIA have recommended a scheme to encourage young Australians to have access to their superannuation to raise a deposit for a first home.

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Peace of a cul-de-sac ON OFFER is a quintessential luxury home, located in a quiet cul-de-sac in the prestigious pocket of Sunshine Beach. Elevated to make the most of the coastal location and views, this home offers privacy and wonderful breezes that filter throughout the rooms of this residence. Magnificent views of the ocean and horizon can be enjoyed from throughout the home, including the covered rear deck at sunset, where good company and a glass of wine completes the picture. Inside, the main suite is of generous proportions with its own balcony to take in the morning sunrise and a grand ensuite with spa bath. Two more bedrooms and bathrooms, plus a study, are

The galley-style kitchen, with granite benchtops and all the modern conveniences one can expect in a home of this standard, overlooks the open-plan living and dining spaces, where there is ample space for the whole family to relax. Glass bi-fold doors open to reveal a covered alfresco dining space that leads to the sparkling pool and sunny terrace, where many a lazy Sunday can be spent soaking up the sun in privacy. The home is designed to offer year-round comfort, with raised ceilings, fold back doors and louvres all allowing fresh breezes and natural light to fill the home. The property also features a powder room, parking for two cars, built-in storage facilities and a ducted vacuum system. All this is located only a few minutes from the charming

located on another level to provide privacy for all family

Sunshine Beach village, surf club and award-winning

members and guests.

restaurants.

home essentials ADDRESS: 7 Kiamba Court, Sunshine Beach PRICE: Price on application VIEW: By appointment DESCRIPTION: 3 bed, 2.5 bath, 2 car, pool AGENT: Rosemary Callaghan for Rose Callaghan Realty, 0419 236 133 Thursday, 12 February, 2015 | NOOSA TODAY 19

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URGENT SALE REQUIRED

SUNSHINE BEACH 3 KIAMBA COURT

Prized & Enviable

View Saturday 12.00-12.30pm Price $2,450,000

It’s no wonder this modern architecturally designed property by Frank Macchia, featured as Australian Home of the Year. Built by Gary Emanuel, this home provides unparalled style and is visually appealing. The design is ultra modern but timeless, leaving every aspect fascinating. ɒ Roof deck for whale watching with National Park and stunning ocean views. ɒ Very private and secluded. ɒ Floor to ceiling glass with high vaulted ceilings. ɒ Lap pool with mosaic tile water feature. ɒ Separate lower level guest retreat.

Jon Blonk 0412 806 252 Kym de Warren 0412 325 421 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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PURE ELEGANCE

NOOSA HEADS 12 ‘ILUKA’ 10 SERENITY CLOSE

Sophisticated & Secure

View Saturday 10.00-10.30am Price $1,895,000

Apartment 12 has an enviable position in the very high quality building of Iluka. Situated on the northern corner, it has the advantage of extra windows and light. The appeal of this apartment centres on serenity, security and quality. This is a place you’ll love to call ‘home’. ɒ There are two terraces – one overlooking the beautiful gardens with 25m (heated) pool. ɒ The other where you can see koalas in the trees and the sparkle of water beyond. ɒ It’s a superb and practical floor plan with separate office and media room. ɒ The kitchen and scullery offer Miele appliances and there’s an airing room off the laundry. ɒ The separation of accommodation works beautifully for families or guests.

Jennifer Carr 0412 158 433 Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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STYLISH, LUXURY VILLAS

NOOSA HEADS ‘THE ENCLAVE’ 94 NOOSA DRIVE

Exclusive & Elegant

View By Appointment Price contact agent

Presented to the market for the first time, this limited release of two opulent residences will entice a variety of buyers. Suited to permanent living and finished to an impeccable standard, with suspended concrete and hardwood floors. ɒ Seamless indoor / outdoor living areas that flow onto terraces. ɒ Marble and caesarstone benches and state of the art kitchen appliances. ɒ Luxurious lifestyle enclave with security and privacy in an exclusive gated estate ɒ Walking distance to Noosa Junction and Noosa Farmer’s Markets, which are held each Sunday. ɒ Your opportunity is now, call us for an inspection.

Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 Frank Milat 0438 528 148 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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FACING NORTH

AY D R U AT on S S I no 2 TH 1 @ e it On-s

NOOSA WATERS 8/4 PORTSIDE COURT

Nautical & Nice

View Friday 12.00-12.30pm Auction On-site 12noon Saturday 14 February

Enjoy watching your kids fishing directly out the front of your own waterfront townhouse so close to the river and shops, north facing to the winter sun, this is your perfect family getaway. Delight in your own lock key and boat mooring. This is entry-level water frontage. ɒ Large ground floor timber deck extending from the living area. ɒ Immediate mooring and fishing from the waters-edge. ɒ Stylishly renovated villa, with the added bonus of a study. ɒ Private north-east, end position with only one neighbour.

Frank Milat 0438 528 148 Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

BEACH, JETTY & POOL

Y A D R U T A S THISn-site @ 11am O

NOOSA HEADS 59 ‘NOOSA HARBOUR RESORT’

River Views & Relaxation

View Friday 11.00-11.30am Auction On-site 11am Saturday 14 February

This beautifully furnished apartment is right on the Noosa River and has remarkable, river vistas. Facing due north it enjoys ample winter sunshine as well as summer breezes. The complex is very popular with holiday makers. ɒ This apartment has been recently given a make-over and is truly beautifully furnished. ɒ The floor plan is practical and takes advantage of the panoramic views. ɒ Imagine balmy summer evenings here – an afternoon BBQ, golden sand and blue skies. ɒ This is really a gorgeous riverside beauty!

Jennifer Carr 0412 158 433 Frank Milat 0438 528 148 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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BE IMPRESSED!

NOOSA WATERS 59 THE PENINSULA

North Facing & Fabulous

View Saturday 1.00-1.30pm Price $2,200,000

When it comes to property, everyone agrees that it’s all about location, it doesn’t get much grander than this. There is absolutely no doubt that this home embraces the ideals of a classic Noosa lifestyle, entertaining, relaxing by the water and the Noosa river all nearby. ɒ This home provides a versatile floor plan, generous outdoor living areas and natural light. ɒ The living areas and spacious well equipped kitchen offer superb entertainment options. ɒ The water front swimming pool is delightful, and couldn’t be in a more peaceful setting. ɒ Looking for a permanent sea change or waterfront weekender?

Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 Frank Milat 0438 528 148 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

SINGLE LEVEL, FLAT LAND

NOOSA HEADS 35 THE QUARTERDECK

House & Yard

View By Appointment Price $750,000

Completely private, secure, single level home on a level allotment adjacent ro the Noosa National Park. Level blocks are rarely seen on Noosa Hill so this property is quite unique. The home has plenty of space and ample potential, perfect for a family, or a renovators little gem. ɒ Master bedroom has extensive walk-in robe and is adjacent to the bathroom. ɒ Two separate living areas plus an office - space for the whole family. ɒ Backs onto the National Park with your very own private access from the back gate. ɒ Fully fenced with an electronic gate creating security and privacy.

Kate Cox 0438 695 505 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

2.5

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GREAT HOLIDAY HOUSE

NOOSA HEADS 26 NAIRANA REST

2.5

Coast & Cottage

View Thurs (today) 5.00-5.30pm Price $895,000

Nestled amongst the trees on Noosa Hill, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by this hidden treasure. From the cottage exterior this property presents itself as a modest little abode but wait until you go inside..... A beautifully furnished Noosa holiday retreat awaits! ɒ Currently holiday let so you can continue to receive income and still use yourself regularly. ɒ Master bedroom with views of Noosa’s Hinterland, ensuite and split system air-conditioning. ɒ Fully equipped rumpus / games room for the big and little kids alike. ɒ Lagoon style swimming pool.

Kate Cox 0438 695 505 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

ANTIQUATED CHARM

NOOSA HEADS 31 THE QUARTERDECK

Unique & Desireable

View Saturday 10.00-10.30am Price $960,000

This architecturally designed home uniquely complements the preceding structure with its contemporary forms and edgy accomplishments, producing genuine individuality. Open plan living area revealing natural stone floorings and rich inky carpets. Explore for yourself. ɒ White cedar high raked ceiling, highlight windows and skylights illuminating light. ɒ Master opens onto private terrace with walk-in robe and ensuite. ɒ Low maintenance lawns and gardens for an effortless lifestyle. ɒ Separate beach style guest house/studio with bar fridge and ensuite.

Kate Cox 0438 695 505 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

2.5

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ULTIMATE POSITION

LITTLE COVE 7 ALLAMBI RISE

Build & Prosper

View By Appointment Price Offers over $4,500,000

Panoramic vistas of Noosa’s Main Beach, Laguna Bay, Noosa River and Mt Cooroy and the promise and delivery of a gorgeous sunset stretch in front of you from the pool deck of this home in the dress circle of Noosa. A unique site to build your superb new home. ɒ Perfect weekend getaway with low maintenance gardens, lock-up garage and storage space. ɒ Walk to Hastings Street or the National Park in just 5 minutes. ɒ 885m2 allotment, inground pool, AAA+ position! ɒ This is what Noosa is all about – leave the car in the garage for the entirety of your holiday.

Cam Goode 0400 904 678 Jill Goode 0418 714 653 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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BLUE CHIP POSITION

LITTLE COVE 2 ‘VILLA NETTE’ 56 PARK ROAD

Privacy & Position

View Saturday 11.00-11.30am Price $3.6Million

From the moment you arrive at the beautiful hand carved doors to the entry foyer of Villa Nette you realize that this is a lifestyle like no other. In designing and detailing this luxurious villa style apartment, no expense has been spared. ɒ Private courtyards, balconies with plantation timber shutters designed to bring the outside in. ɒ Reverse cycle air, jet master fireplace, travatine floors, under floor heating in the bathrooms. ɒ Gaggenau appliances, granite top benches and Grohe tapware. ɒ A level of finish defining understated quality and less than 100m to the sea and the park.

Hamish Bolderston 0478 099 058 Peter Butt 0412 714 406 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

2.5

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special feature

Only six left – move quickly AVJENNINGS is preparing for its final land release at Noosa Heads’ premier residential address – Elysium Noosa – with just six home sites remaining in the current stage. The final 20 home sites, which will be known as the Pinnacle precinct, were released to the market at the beginning of February, and are expected to be met with strong demand. AVJennings is taking registrations of interest ahead of an exclusive red carpet sales event, where serious buyers who have paid their deposits will have the first opportunity to select their blocks, which range between 465 square metres and 792 square metres. State General Manager for Queensland, Rodney Chadwick urges buyers to move quickly - with more than 80 home sites sold at Elysium during 2014, the final lots are expected to be taken up quickly. “The Pinnacle precinct represents the final

opportunity for lifestyle buyers to become part of Noosa Heads’ benchmark residential community,“ he said. “Sales have been consistently strong over the past 12 months with buyers competing to snap up the increasingly scarce supply of land across Noosa, and with Elysium now on the countdown to sell-out we have no doubt these lots will sell rapidly.

at Elysium since this time last year, with lots averaging approximately $300,000. “The majority of recent sales have been made up of local buyers looking to upgrade their home and lifestyle while retaining the exclusivity of a Noosa Heads address,“ Mr Chadwick said.

“The iconic Noosa lifestyle is attainable, and well within reach for many families at Elysium which gives buyers the opportunity to be part of an exclusive established community at an achievable price.“

“Our customers see the value in building a new home that perfectly suits their lifestyle and budget, rather than purchasing an existing home in an older area that often is in need of renovation. Elysium gives customers the opportunity to build their own home that reflects their achievements and lifestyle in a location with resort-style facilities.“ The opportunity to secure a new home site in a sought-after destination like Noosa Heads is extremely rare, and with developable land in such short supply in Noosa Heads, Elysium is clearly a highly attractive investment.“

Predominantly local buyers have paid a total of more than $24 million for home sites

Mr Chadwick says the overall vision for Elysium Noosa since AVJennings acquired

“The tight supply of land in the region, combined with competitive pricing and a range of home sites available have all helped to boost sales at Elysium over the past year, however the key drawcard continues to be the lifestyle on offer.

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the site in 2010, has been to create a community - not just a new development – which has proved to be one of the key selling points. “Elysium Noosa features hectares of parklands and the award-winning Rec Club which is located at the heart of the community,“ he said. “The Rec Club is a central space for residents and their guests to relax and unwind, while enjoying the state of the art amenities including a lap pool, tennis court, gymnasium, barbecues, an observation deck to take in lagoon views, resident lounge and mixed use fitness and leisure zones.“ To register your interest in the Pinnacle precinct visit www.elysiumnoosa.com.au. For further information, please visit the Elysium Sales Centre at 1 Smoke Bush Drive (off Noosa Springs Drive), Noosa Heads, open seven days between 10am and 4pm or call 07 5474 8663.

www.rosecallaghanrealty.com.au Spacious Apartment Ocean Views • Large east facing covered balcony ideal for entertaining • Large open living room with separate dining • Modern kitchen, stainless steel appliances • Pool in well maintained complex • Secure under cover car park, intercom, owners storage room • Located in Sunshine Beach Village, close to transport

SUNSHINE BEACH

Price:

6/5 Henderson Street

$650,000

Inspect: By Appointment Agent:

2A 2B 1C

Rosemary Callaghan 0419 236 133

Beachside Holidays • Metres to pristine sands of Sunshine Beach • Good natural light fabulous location, immaculate condition • Open plan living/dining area flow to an east facing balcony • Features include modern kitchen, powder room • Air-conditioning, inground pool, undercover secure car space • Stroll to village relax in restaurants, cafes, surf club

SUNSHINE BEACH

Price:

Unit 3 “Andari” 19-21 Belmore Terrace

Inspect: Friday 12-12.30pm

$580,000

Agent:

2 A 2.5 B 1 C

Rosemary Callaghan 0419 236 133

Renovated Duplex Excellent Investment • Charming light filled well presented Duplex • Easy walk to Sunshine Beach Village and North Sunshine Dog Beach • North facing private deck and a courtyard perfect for entertaining • Recently painted, new carpets and curtains plus security screens thru-out • Kitchen with modern appliances opens to fully fenced low maintenance back yard • Powder room and internal entry to garage with remote access

SUNSHINE BEACH 2/17 Solway Drive

Price:

Price on Application

Inspect: By Appointment Agent:

Rosemary Callaghan 0419 236 133

2A 2B 1C

Waterfront Location & Luxury • Extremely spacious property • Kitchen is a Chef’s delight, luxury appliances • Two living areas, separate dining area, study • Rear large deck overlooks the long water views • Swimming pool has northerly aspect • Stroll to Hastings Street & Quamby Place

NOOSA HEADS 10 Ravenwood Drive

Price:

Price on Application

Inspect: By Appointment Agent:

4A 4B 2C 1D 2I

E: rose@rosecallaghanrealty.com.au

Rosemary Callaghan 0419 236 133

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AUCTION

Premier Sunshine Beach address

4A 2 B 2 C 1D

SUNSHINE BEACH 2 Bowman Terrace

AUCTION

Award winning architect Geoffrey Pie designed this diverse home to take advantage of the inspiring sea vista and natural light and air flow. With an official street address of No. 2 Bowman Terrace, the property actually has driveway access from Stevens Street, meaning two exclusive addresses in a sought-after Sunshine Beach location.Set over three levels with a massive breezeway providing ample light and space. Master retreat positioned perfectly for panorama views with dressing room and ensuite. Self contained area downstairs with separate entrance and kitchenette.Privacy sustained with council land adjacent.

VIEW AGENT

Saturday 21st February 3:00pm Onsite Saturday 12pm-12:30pm Rachel Sellman 0422 719 041 rachel@c21noosa.com

AUCTION THIS SATURDAY 14TH FEB

Exclusive Noosa Hinterland location with sensational views and business options

5A 3 B 4 C 1D AUCTION

DOONAN 273 Duke Road

VIEW

• Architectural design, privacy, strong views through valley to the Coral Sea • Choice of options for the avid entrepreneur, living in pure luxury • Council pre-approved for 6 cabins to be built • Fully equipped cinema, separate ofice and large games room • B&B license and commercial kitchen, creating income stream

AGENT

CENTURY 21 CONOLLY HAY GROUP PO BOX 1646, NOOSA HEADS QLD 4567 CENTURY21.COM.AU/NOOSA 07 5447 2451 30 NOOSA TODAY | Thursday, 12 February, 2015

Saturday 14 February 2pm On Site Saturday 1 - 2pm David Berns 0408 629 438 david.berns@c21noosa.com

CONOLLY HAY GROUP

Rate cut to lead to re-balancing Chief Economist Peter Jones said the decision was good news.

benefit the housing market

driven by pent-up demand.

was cut by one quarter of a

“The rate cut should help reboot confidence and ensure the building and construction industry can play a key role in re-balancing the economy,” he said.

percentage point and MBA

“The RBA’s decision will

weak business investment.”

MASTER Builders Australia (MBA) have welcomed the Reserve Bank’s decision to cut the official interest rate, saying the cut should reboot confidence and help rebalance the economy. The official interest rate

even as residential builders enjoy a solid uplift in activity “Commercial builders will particularly welcome the RBA’s move to lower rates as nonresidential building continues to suffer from the effects of

Master Builders Australia predict the interest rate cut will help re-balance the economy.

OPEN HOMES Castaways Beach

Sunrise Beach

47 Driftwood Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kym de Warren & Jon Blonk

29 Moonbeam Crescent

Base Realtors - Petrea Pradella

Sat 11-11.30am Sat 1-2pm

Apt 7‘Aqua Nirvana’1 Margit Cres

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kym de Warren & Jon Blonk

Apt 6, 14 Sobraon Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

15 Captains Court

Base Realtors - Ron Davey

Sat 10-10.30am Sat 1-1.30pm Sat 11am-12pm

Doonan Sunshine Beach 337 Sunrise Road

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Berns

Thur 1-2pm, Sat 10.30-11.30am

273 Duke Road

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Berns

Sat 1-2pm

369 Duke Road

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Berns

Sat 11.45am-12.45pm

Little Cove Apt 9‘Little Cove Court’2 Pandanus Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jill Goode

Sat 11-11.30am

Apt 2‘Villa Nette’56 Park Road

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Hamish Bolderston

Sat 11-11.30am

25 Bayview Road

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Hamish Bolderston

8/4 Portside Court

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Frank Milat

26 Bluebell Court

3 Kiamba Court

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kym de Warren & Jon Blonk

Sat 12-12.30pm

Unit 3“Andari”19-21 Belmore Terrace

Rose Callaghan Realty - Rosemary Callaghan

Fri 12-12.30pm

11/20 Douglas Street

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly

Sat 11-11.30am

8/39 Elanda Street

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly

Sat 12-12.30pm

20 Dwyer Street

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly & Rachel Sellman

Sat 2-2.30pm

25 Paciic Avenue

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay & David Conolly

Sat 3-3.30pm

7‘Nereus’, 5 Henderson Street