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Support locked in LOCAL community groups, schools and individuals alike have lost their locks or jazzed up their hair this week, all in support of the Leukaemia Foundation’s World’s Greatest Shave. In support of the cause, Noosa Christian College’s Mia Godber, Ciara Benade and Shiloh Scale were rocking their crazy hairdos last Friday.The worthy cause once again gained overwhelming support from the shire with the thousands of dollars raised going towards much-needed research, finding better treatments and cures for leukaemias, lymphomas, myeloma and related blood disorders. For the full story, turn to page 12.

Mum’s shock death By JOLENE OGLE THE death of a Pomona mother of two and long-time Noosa Council employee has shocked and saddened the community. Julianne Dunkinson was at her weekly line dancing class on Thursday night, but was rushed to hospital on Friday after becoming ill at work. The 37-year-old single mother of sons, 13 and 17, died from meningococcal disease less than 48 hours later. Stepping in Line teacher and friend Cathy Breed said Julianne was her normal bubbly self at class on Thursday. Cathy said Julianne, who had been with the group for over five years, would be deeply missed by the

group who considered the members as family. “Losing Julianne is like losing a family member,” Cathy said. “She was always happy and always laughing. She was so generous and kind and lived to dance. When she couldn’t dance part of her was missing.” Cathy said Julianne would always dance in the back corner of the room at line dancing class so if anyone in the middle didn’t know the steps, they could look to her. “She will be missed in more ways than one,” Cathy said. “Julianne is a very special lady.” Noosa Council CEO Brett de Chastel said Noosa Council was deeply saddened by the loss of one of its long-serving staff members and

described Julianne as a friend as well as a colleague to many at the council, having been with the organisation for more than 20 years. “She was part of our Noosa Council family,” Mr de Chastel said. “She will be remembered for her love of helping others, her keen role in organising council’s social club and the many friendships she formed during her long working career with council.” Mr de Chastel said Julianne would be dearly missed and council’s thoughts were with her family through this difficult time. Council has been working with Queensland Health to explain that the risk to other staff is extremely low and health and other professionals have been on hand since Monday

to talk with staff and answer any concerns they may have. No staff have reported any symptoms of meningococcal disease. Meningococcal Australia said about 10 per cent of victims would die and around 20 per cent would have permanent disabilities including loss of fingers, toes and limbs, so it was important to recognise the symptoms as soon as possible. Symptoms include a fever, vomiting, lack of energy, confusion, dizziness, irritability, and a sore throat. A distinctive rash can also appear and is a critical symptom of deadly septicaemia that can start as a simple spot or blister anywhere on the body. Meningococcal Australia said it was important not to wait until a rash appeared before seeking treatment,

Julianne Dunkinson with her two sons at Christmas time. Source: Facebook as the rash signified a critical stage of the disease. If you or anyone you know thinks they may have meningococcal, seek treatment and advice from your doctor immediately.

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Rental route to retirement By JOLENE OGLE AT 22, Jake Sudrajat has landed a sales position with one of Noosa’s most prestigious real estate agencies, already owns two homes, and plans to retire with 10 more homes in his portfolio. Selling real estate has always been a passion for Jake, who describes himself as a “home nerd”, having watched property shows throughout his childhood. “I used to watch shows like Hot Property as a kid,” he said. “I’ve always been interested in how people buy, sell and renovate their homes. I’ve even applied for (reality TV show) House Rules in the past and I love watching The Block.” The former St Teresa’s Catholic College student has now joined the Richardson and Wrench Noosa sales team and said he is looking forward to helping more young people secure their first home, which he

admits is not an easy achievement. “When I was a teenager, I worked three jobs to save half the deposit for my first home,” Jake said. “When I reached halfway, my mum chipped in the rest to help me get started. “I bought an apartment in Sunrise Beach as my first home. It’s hard to do it on your own.” Since buying his first apartment, Jake has secured a home in Tewantin where he now lives with his girlfriend, Jaymee. “To get the second home, my girlfriend and I moved into her parent’s granny flat and let-out the Sunrise Beach apartment,” he said. “We did that for a while until I could use the equity to buy the Tewantin home.” Despite having two mortgages, Jake said he’s never felt like he missed out on life.

“My mates and I used to go out at least twice a week, so I don’t feel like I missed out while I was saving,” he said. “I used to go out and then run on four hours sleep the next day when I worked at the coffee shop. “But I settled down after I bought my first apartment. “The only thing I would like to do is travel more, which is hard to save up for when there are two houses.” Landing a job with Richardson and Wrench Noosa is only the beginning for Jake, who plans to continue buying homes until retirement. “I would love to retire with at least eight to 10 properties in my portfolio and use the income to fund my retirement,” he said. Jake, who has lived in Noosa all his life, said he plans to stay in the region and raise a family here. “Noosa is the prefect family spot,” he said.

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Jake is now part of one of Noosa’s most prestigious real estate teams, Richardson and Wrench Noosa. Jake bought his first home in Sunrise Beach at just 19 years old.

INSPIRED by the recent launch of the Generation Innovation initiative, Noosa Today has declared it is time to celebrate the young achievers in the community. Those youths are doing great things in local business, reaching their goals and setting out impressive dreams. Noosa Today wants to highlight those who have given their all to achieve their best. This week we showcase Jake Sudrajat, who at just 22 has already bought two homes and landed his dream job. If you know someone who has a zest for life, is achieving their dreams or has helped shape the community, we would love to hear from you. Email newsdesk@noosatoday.com.au and help us celebrate Youth Positive.

GI Jordan the perfect role model - of iron SUNSHINE Coast ironwoman and Noosa local Jordan Mercer is one of six ambassadors for a new youth entrepreneurship program being set up on the Coast. People don’t usually see professional athletes, international aid campaigners and entrepreneurs as having a lot in common. But the new program Generation Innovation (GI) does, recently announcing six Coasters to join their team including local Iron Woman, Jordan Mercer. Jordan will work with other GI champions to promote the GI Challenge, a new youth entrepreneurship program on the Coast. “Jordan is the perfect role model,” according to founder and chairman of Generation Innovation, Ted O’Brien. “She has found her sweet spot - where passion overlaps with capability and this produces both success and personal fulfilment. “Jordan entered the Surf Iron Woman scene at 16 and has been a crowd-favourite ever since.

“What makes people like Jordan a champion exists in every single one of us. “Everyone is passionate about something and everyone has skills and capabilities. “The trick is to put them together in a way that satisfies market demand, and that is what the GI Challenge is helping young Coast locals do other GI champions include Charlie Mackay, Chelsea Gubecka, Cameron Scott, Jordyn Archer and Daniel Proctor.” The GI Challenge started on Saturday, 14 March with young locals coming together to find their sweet spot at a oneday event that kick-started the Challenge. For more information and to follow the challenge, visit www.generationinnovation.com.au. Generation Innovation is about empowering young people with the confidence and skills they need to become entrepreneurs, achieving their own business goals, and creating opportunities for themselves and others without having to leave the region.

Generation Innovation from left to right: Daniel Proctor, Jordan Mercer, Cameron Scott, Founder and Chairman Ted O' Brien, Charlie Mackay and Chelsea Gubecka.

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Warning on beach death By JOLENE OGLE A 51-YEAR-OLD NSW man has died after being caught in a rip off Sunshine Beach last Friday at about 4pm. Witnesses on the beach said the man and his friend appeared to

be fighting a rip before eventually swimming closer to shore. When making their way back to the beach, witnesses said the man appeared unsteady on his feet before falling face-first into the surf. The man was unconscious when pulled from the water where beach

goers applied CPR until ambulance officers arrived. The man was airlifted to hospital but soon died. SLSQ Sunshine Coast regional manager Aaron Purchase said it is always tragic to hear of such incidents and wanted to remind everyone to

swim between the flags. “We sound like a broken record, but swim between the flags,” he said. “It’s the safest place on the beach and lifesavers are there constantly monitoring conditions to keep everyone safe.” Mr Purchase said it’s important to

always follow the directions of lifesavers and if anyone ever wants to learn more about beach conditions, just wander up for a chat. “Anyone can chat with the guys and girls to learn more about surf conditions and what to look out for,” he said.

Lucky girl Billie survives dog attack By JOLENE OGLE A JACK Russell is recovering at home after a vicious dog attack at Noosa Woods left the beloved family pet bleeding and bruised. Owners Stephanie and James Fausz were walking Billie off her lead at Noosa Woods’ off-leash area last Thursday at about 10am when a young German Shepherd bounded from the car park and attacked her. Ms Fausz said she tried to separate the dogs but the German Shepherd had too tight a grip on Billie’s collar. “He had such a good grip on Billie’s collar, choking and shaking her in and under the water,” she said. “The owner of the dog appeared with his friends late into the attack and came to pull his dog away.” Billie was left with two puncture wounds and multiple bruises to her back and body. “If it wasn’t for her leather dog collar, Billie wouldn’t have survived the attack,” she said. Mr Fausz said she didn’t blame the dog for the attack, saying it was up to pet owners to control their animals in social situations. “We believe (the attack) was the owner’s fault, not the dog’s,” she said. “He wasn’t there to stop and control his dog. If you can’t handle a dog, you shouldn’t have it.” Ms Fausz said after the attack, the owner of the German Shepherd didn’t stop to check on Billie and “fled” the dog beach. “The other owner didn’t give us his details, but took ours and said he would get in touch with us and meet at the vet,” she said. Ms Fausz hasn’t spoken to the owner yet but a bystander wrote down the numberplate of the white Pajero the owner of the German Shepherd left in and the details had been passed on to council.

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Billie is recovering at home after the attack. Billie was taken to her usual vet but was moved to Tewantin vet’s as she required extra care for her wounds, and Mr and Ms Fausz

have been left with a $700 bill. Ms Fausz said Billie was a very lucky dog and was glad no other dog with less luck was in

her place. Billie is now recovering at home and is expected to make a full recovery and be back at the dog park soon.

FORMER Palmer Coolum Resort employee and Noosa Today columnist Benny Pike said he was insulted to be turned away from the resort after being made redundant. Benny said he was among the 40 employees who lost their jobs on Monday, but returned to the resort on Tuesday as he had a meeting scheduled with a local sporting group. Benny said when he turned up at the security gate he was told over the phone he wasn’t allowed to enter the resort. “It was an absolute insult,” Benny said. “I’ve worked there and have been involved with the resort for years and I didn’t have any hard feelings or bitterness about losing my job on Monday. “I’m not a problem. I wasn’t going to cause trouble.” The incident comes after the front gates of the resort were locked on Monday and about 40 staff were sacked. In a press release, the Palmer Coolum Resort said accommodation and conference facilities were closed for extensive renovations, with only the golf course and one restaurant to remain open. Benny said he couldn’t confirm if the resort was closing, but he said he hoped it wasn’t true. “When you work for the owner, anything can happen,” he said.

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SO, in a complete slap in the face to our returned soldiers, especially our Anzacs, the Noosa clique has decided to brand its own quest into a day of victory. It doesn’t matter whichever way this clique tries to claim victory of Noosa de-amalgamating and breaking away from the clutches of the Sunshine Coast Council. The whole scenario is described as local government trench warfare, as their so-called leaders commemorated 9 March as a day honouring people power and passion to move a mountain of bureaucracy to achieve the result. The story goes on to describe it as a battle of six long, hard years to gain liberation and is now on display with photos on the Freedom Wall at council chambers from Monday to Friday. The front page photo in a rival paper had all the usual suspects, the only thing missing was Hollywood director Steven Spielberg. Surely this is an early April fool’s joke?

Someone is having a go here, or is it just time for the monthly PR for the Noosa Parks group. So on Anzac Day, every digger/family and friends have two spots to view Victory Day, the RSL or across the road at the council chambers. It’s an insult to even try to compare but name the de-amalgamation Victory Day is just laughable. It’s funny how the story is front page in Hastings Street but not even in the race result pages of most other Coast and state publications. Even Ray Charles would see and agree the best thing that has happened in Noosa of late, is the announcement of the National Surfing Reserve. It was a marvellous honour, with Noosa being given the 19th reserve status, and a great way to kick-start last week’s Festival of Surfing. It was terrific to see the old faces Hayden Kenny, Bob McTavish, Bob Cooper, Peter Townend and not so old Layne Beachley here for the occasion. Of course when most of this group first came to National Park, they parked and slept in their cars, surfed all day and had a toasted sandwich and chocolate milkshake.

Most of the surfing fraternity have been here long before any of this Freedom Wall or National Parks Association. Surfing at National Park and fishing in the Noosa River were the two big drawcards in the early days, and while they continue so will Noosa. Speaking of celebrations, some will be aware of the Celebrate the Commonwealth Sport/ Culture Festival that is presently underway across the Coast. The Surfing Festival kickstarted proceedings, Mooloolaba Tri and World Cup Paratriathlon last weekend. The attention now focuses on golf and lawn bowls, Friday 27 March an Ambrose day at Palmer Coolum encouraging teams to dress up as your favourite Commonwealth country. I don’t expect a strong English flavour after the recent World Cup. Teams cost $380 with great prizes and give-aways. On the same day, Aussie coach Steve Glasson will offer advice and tips to all at a twilight lawn bowls evening at Kawana. Former world champion and Boreen Point’s Ian Schuback will also be present on the night. Just call both venues to book. Until next time.

The Scouts lend a helping hand on Clean Up Australia Day on 1 March.

Tonnes of rubbish THE data is in and more than 400 volunteers collected over 12.5 tonnes of rubbish at this year’s Clean Up Australia Day events in Noosa. Noosa regional volunteer co-ordinator and Noosa Shire councillor Joe Jurisevic said the collection was much less than last year’s 29-tonne record haul, but still represents a large volume of litter and illegal dumping. “While over half the volume collected was from several different dump sites, over four tonnes of litter was still collected from streets, parks, rivers, and creeks

across the region,” Cr Jurisevic said. Items collected included a high percentage of recyclable items such as glass, as well as items that could be dumped at the tip including whitegoods, bikes and car batteries. Cr Jurisevic said cigarette butts, tyres, mattresses and household furniture were again a major issue, along with take away packaging. What is found in the bush and parks always surprises the Clean Up crews with a number of interesting finds reported this year.

Among the odd finds were lawnmowers and several bicycles in working condition found dumped along with an old kayak that was so long a truck was called in to remove it. Cr Jurisevic said tackling 30 Clean Up sites could not have been possible without the help of volunteers, community groups, Noosa Council and local businesses. Cr Jurisevic, along with NICA president Tony Haslam said it was important to thank all those involved in making the Clean Up Australia Day such a success.

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By DARRYN SMITH COAST Guard Noosa commander John Milland is proud to announce the near completion of a Munna Point memorial wall. Standing upon the slab Mr Milland looked please as the near completion of the wall comes after five years of “false starts”. The memorial wall will be located at the flotilla’s Munna Point headquarters and will be a place where local residents can put a bronze plaque for their loved ones and pay their respects with Noosa River as the backdrop. Mr Milland said it was a long road to secure a suitable location with permanent tenure hampered by Noosa’s amalgamation and then subsequent de-amalgamation. “We had a lot of false starts but finally decided to put it on our own lease with a good view of the ocean and river,” Mr Milland said. “It is a peaceful place to put a memorial wall up for the community. We see this as a community project from Coast Guard.” Mr Milland said Coast Guard Noosa was proud to

Coast Guard Noosa commander John Milland with Gary Fletcher who will build the wall. provide the memorial wall for the Noosa community. “People who have had loved ones cremated will have a lovely spot where they can put up a plaque in remembrance,” he said. The project was funded

by raffle ticket sales and the generosity of local businesses including Bunnings, Nigel’s Discount Timber and Kennard’s Hire who donated building supplies and equipment. Local Gary Fletcher has

offered to build the wall and said it will be made from core filled blocks that will be rendered and covered in a sandstone tile. Construction of the wall is expected to be completed in two weeks and Mr Milland

said the wall will open to the public in mid-June with space for 1000 plaques available at $1200 each. Anyone interested in buying a plaque can phone the Memorial Wall manager David Gillies on 5474 3695.

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A MAN caught driving almost 40 kilometres per hour over the speed limit has been fined $531 and lost six points in what local police called a disappointing morning on local roads. The man was returning from work when he was seen driving at 119kph in an 80kph zone in Tinbeerwah. Noosa Heads officer in charge Senior Sergeant Steve McReight said the traffic blitz on Tuesday morning was the start of the St Patrick’s Day and Easter Holiday traffic operation. Thirteen people were fined for speeding in a four hour period with one man caught driving 93kph in a 60kph zone, with all other offenders doing between 14 and 18kph over the speed limit. Snr Sgt McReight said local police will continue their heavy duty traffic operation to help keep everyone safe on the roads these coming holidays, with increased patrols planned throughout Noosa and North Shore. - Jolene Ogle

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Blind surfer has the right moves By KATIE DE VERTEUIL

Surfer Phil cuts out… daughter Sam drops in AFTER 15 years leading the Noosa Festival of Surfing, local legend Phil Jarratt has stepped down and passed the baton to daughter, Sam Smith. Read more about the move in Phil's Life of Brine column in the Noosa Today Live section.

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THE ever-unpredictable waters of the great ocean prove challenging for the best of surfers. Brazilian surfer Derek Rabelo takes on this challenge, blind. Visiting Noosa for the first time last Wednesday as part of Cricks Festival of Surfing, Derek shared his inspiring story with locals before taking to the water at First Point to wow onlookers with his impressive skills. Derek was born with congenital glaucoma, a condition which left him with 100 per cent loss of sight. Growing up in a family of surfers and waking each day to the sound of waves, Derek had the dream since childhood, to one day surf the notorious Hawaiian surf break, Pipeline. He has since turned this dream into a reality, attracting attention on the pro-circuit when he took on Pipeline on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii. “The first time I surfed was at the age of 17, I managed to get up on the second big wave,” Derek said. “My dad is the first person to teach me how to surf; he always wanted me to learn.” Derek explained that he navigates the waves through hearing them and feeling the ocean. While the waves of Noosa weren’t much of a match to the power of Pipeline, it was clear by the smile on the young surfer’s face that he was enjoying himself.

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“I’ve caught a couple of waves here,” he said. “Yes, they are much smaller but also much warmer than in Brazil and I’m having a lot of fun. “It’s the best feeling in the world to be out on the water.” With his next goal to surf Hawaii’s big wave surfing break Jaws, Derek encourages people of all ages to follow their dreams. “Live. Believe in yourself, put faith in God and you can achieve anything.” Derek’s journey to Pipeline has been documented in Beyond Sight. To find out more, visit http://www. beyondsightmovie.com.au.

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Beating the bullies By KATIE DE VERTEUIL THE age-old issue of bullying will be under the spotlight this Friday as the calendar marks the fifth annual National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence (NDABV). With recent statistics from Kids Helpline indicating that one out of every four young people fall victim to bullying, it is certainly still a problem needing society’s utmost attention. Australia’s key anti-bullying event NDABV gives schools the chance to promote the important work they do throughout the year to counter bullying and violence. The day also works to further empower schools to raise awareness of their initiatives and drive key messages through local community events and activities and help to create a safe and supportive learning environment. Locally, Noosaville State School is supporting the National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence in combination with Harmony Day which falls on the same day. Principal, Mary McMahon said she was excited for the school to get behind the message that we all belonged and provided a focus for all schools in saying ‘Bullying. No Way!’ “Like so many other

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schools, at Noosaville we celebrate our cultural diversity as being one of our greatest strengths. “Our school also lives by the words that bullying and violence, in or outside of our school, are not okay at any time.” Noosa District State High is another local school determined to conquer bullying with a variety of programs in place to support students who fall victim, as well as those prone to causing the bullying. “We pride ourselves on

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having a strong support system here at Noosa District with a chaplain who works with the boys and a school nurse for the girls,” head of teaching and learning Years 9 and 10 at Noosa District State High Murray Gordon said. “We also have a peer mentoring program which is done through United Synergies where members of the community are paired with students who we feel need extra support.” Mr Gordon said that while bullying had been around forever, the addition of social media and new technologies had given bullying a different shape, one which was far more difficult to escape.“Bullying has always been around but its format has definitely changed,” Mr Gordon said. “These days it’s more in your face, rather than physical with the majority of cases starting from someone gutless sitting behind their laptop or phone. “Through social media issues that are out of school are brought onto campus and bullying has become something that can never be shut off.” Kids Helpline counsellors say today’s version of having sand kicked in your face is more sinister, more damaging and more widespread than in any other

generation, with cyberbullying being a common form of bullying experienced by young people. “There will always be some young people who feel they need to exert their personality over others,” Kids Helpline General Manager Wendy Protheroe said. “The difference these days is unfortunately the number of ways kids can use their power over others they see as weaker or different. “Last year, the most downloaded topics from the Kids Helpline website were cyber bullying and bullying, highlighting the growing demand from children, young people and parents and carers to find evidence based support on the issue.” To address the demand, the organisation launched Kids Helpline @ School in 2013, a free interactive online program, video linked to children in primary school classes and aimed at providing information and pro-active support on issues such as bullying and cyberbullying. Kids Helpline @ School is supported by Optus and teachers can book a session for their class via emailschool@kidshelp. com.au vt or by phoning (07) 3867 1284.

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INBRIEF Pirate park revamp WORK to upgrade Noosaville’s popular Pirate Playground will begin next month with a boatload of new fun for local and visiting children on offer. The major upgrade includes three open-air slides and a tunnel slide, climbing walls, a flying fox, monkey bars, interactive panels, a large climbing net and a swing basket. Noosa Council Project Officer Dallas Bickley said thousands of children visited the Gympie Terrace park annually, and the new-look playground would offer them greater enjoyment. “The existing liberty swing will stay as an important feature of the new-look playground,” he said. Works will begin on 27 April and the park will be closed and fenced off for approximately five weeks while the new playground is built. All work will be undertaken Monday to Friday only. “Council appreciates parents’ patience during construction. The new-look playground will be worth the wait,” Mr Bickley said.

Top gong for council high achiever NOOSA Council Procurement and Fleet Manager Phil Parkman has beaten nominees from across Queensland to take out a prized local government award. Mr Parkman received one of four 2015 Government Procurement Professionals Awards recognising his work on the Noosa de-amalgamation project team and for Noosa Council since 1 January 2014. Council’s Corporate Services Director, Michael Shave, said Mr Parkman was a deserving winner, with the award an acknowledgement of Mr Parkman’s hard work during the deamalgamation process. “It also recognises Phil’s role in ensuring Noosa Council received its required share of fleet and plant from the Sunshine Coast Regional Council to ensure services to Noosa continued seamlessly from 1

January 2014,” Mr Shave said. “Phil is a high achiever whose work in drafting and implementing Noosa Council’s new vehicle use policy has helped save the organisation more than $500,000 annually. “Phil is highly-respected in the local government sector and he brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his role having worked for three local councils over a period of more than 30 years.” The winners were announced at a formal presentation ahead of the 2015 Government Procurement Conference in Brisbane on Monday night. The Government Procurement Professionals Awards celebrate local government sector employees who make a significant contribution through their work.

Groyne battle NOOSA Council will install geotextile sand bag groynes along the Noosa River foreshore in a bid to curb erosion and restore Munna Point Beach. Noosa Councillor Frank Pardon said tenders closed next week for the work, which includes the installation of three geo-fabric groynes and three geo-fabric ‘scour mattresses’ on the river bed. “The groynes are designed to trap the sand on the foreshore to assist in rebuilding the profile of the beach,” he said. Cr Pardon said Council had lodged applications with the state government to install the structures and commence a sand replenishment program. “With the tenders closing next week we should be ready to go as soon as we get the green light,” he said. “This is a trial project, similar to when we trialled the sand shifter to restore the dunes on Main Beach. “That project proved very successful and we’ll be hoping for similar success with this work at Munna Point, but we are heading into the unknown.” Council installed temporary fencing along part of the shoreline late last year to improve safety while staff investigated a solution to the erosion, caused by severe weather.

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the Lower Mill Board would cover up to five major exhibitions in our interpretation centre plus buy 50 notebooks for displays. “We are not planning to mount lunar modules, nor are we planning any infrastructure. On the contrary, we have a portfolio of ideas for interesting but low-cost ways we can shape or utilise existing structures with soft materials.” Mr Cresswell said his submission was also the only one that planned to “break even” within three years, with no council funding required after that time, a part of the submission he said was ignored. There is also a focus on the arts, according to Mr Cresswell, who said he planned to establish an arts fund once the centre was financially established. “We have indicated that when we become self-funding, we will set up a community support fund for the arts,” he said. “For the community, we are handing over the entire Butter Box are with ideas of using the space more effectively and usefully as a miniauditorium for stage performances, painting, seminars and so on.” Mr Cresswell said he last met with council staff on Friday and said he was hopeful of a “favourable” outcome.

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The luck of the Irish IT WAS a swell day at the Flanagan’s St Patrick’s Day celebrations on Tuesday - to be sure, to be sure! Locals and visitors turned out to celebrate in true Irish style with Guinness on tap and Noosa District Pipes and Drums providing the entertainment. Noosa Today photographer DARRYN SMITH was on hand to catch the action.

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FOUNDER of Eco Tourism Noosa Bruce Creswell has questioned Noosa Council’s handling of the Butter Factory management review. Mr Cresswell made a submission to council asking to install and run a history and environment focused information centre for locals and visitors in the factory, but his submission was snubbed in the final recommendation to council. In the report to council’s Infrastructure and Services Committee, council staff recommended a “hybrid” community management model where the Lower Mill Board would be responsible for the operation of the Butter Factory and U3A and the Centre for Ceramic Excellence would be anchor tenants. The recommendation appeared to divide Noosa councillors with Mayor Noel Playford and deputy mayor Bob Abbot both disagreeing with the proposed plan, while Cr Frank Pardon said he thought the interpretation centre was “the best submission” and the most “innovative”. Not included in the proposed management model was Mr Cresswell’s submission of an interpretation centre, with the report citing numerous issues with the application including significant establish-

ment and running costs, a lack of arts focus as per the community’s request and a need for the support of the Noosa Biosphere Reserve Foundation organisation (NBRF). Following the recommendation Mr Cresswell made a complaint to council after which Noosa Council CEO Brett de Chastel said an error was made and support from the NBRF was not needed. Mr Cresswell said the other issues raised with his submission were also unfounded. “The reasons given (for the rejection of his submission) have no substance, as evidenced by the comments about requiring Biosphere approval,” he said. “The evaluation of my submission does not substantiate any of the claims.” Mr Cresswell said claims the establishment and ongoing costs of an interpretation centre would be significant were just not true. “An interpretation centre imparts knowledge. If we were to put together an exhibition, it would cost between $3000 and $5000. Is that expensive?” he said. “The problem here is council staff appear to have made a subjective comment to dismiss this. It is not fact and the consultant or council members need to elaborate on their statement. “The planned $80,000 for

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And the brave must shave By KATIE DE VERTEUIL SCHOOL communities across the shire have once again shown their support of The Leukaemia Foundation’s World’s Greatest Shave by sacrificing locks or rocking crazy hairdos for the worthy cause. The World’s Greatest Shave is the Leukaemia Foundation’s biggest fund-raiser with money raised going towards helping to reduce the impact of leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma - through research, and free emotional and practical support (like transport to and from treatment, and accommodation for regional Australians who need to move to the city close to hospital). Following the tragic loss of one of the school’s dads last year, the Noosa Christian College community has banded together to raise more than $2000 for the Leukaemia Foundation’s World’s Greatest Shave. Teachers, parents and students alike swamped the school’s undercover area last Friday for the fund-raising event which saw Principal David Rogers, member of support staff Fiona Moody and secondary teacher Nigel Hobson bid farewell to their lovely locks. To the cheers of students from Prep through to Year 12, one by one the nominees were left a little lighter as school parent and trained hairdresser Jenni Stakey kindly performed the cuts. To boost our school’s fund-raising goals a number of other staff, students and parents joined in the fun by getting their hair sprayed with vibrant colours in return for a $2 donation. “Our small school community has been directly impacted by cancer - with family members suffering illness, and tragically, the passing of one of our school dads to leukaemia last year,” Mr Rogers said. “This is our gesture of friendship and support to our school families - and also a brave way to inspire our students to care for each other through difficult times.” Achieving well over their original goal of $1500, Mr Rogers was thrilled by the generosity of the school community. Good Shepherd Lutheran College was also involved in the World’s Greatest Shave and stu-

Good Shepherd students clean shaven. Lachie Roughley Year 11, Peter Allman Year 12, Paddy Miller Year 12, Matt Smalley Year 12, Jyi Dalli Year 12, Nicholas Hill Year 8, Abbey Whittaker Year 9, Jemma Cawood Year 9, Gus Alexander Year 9, Noah Benjamin Year 8 and Lachlan Stock Year 9.

Lachie Roughley shaving for a cure at Good Shepherd on Tuesday. dents and staff have been overwhelmed by support raising nearly $5000 and still counting for the Leukaemia Foundation’s World’s Greatest Shave - exceeding all expectations. Students in Years 6 to 12 were given the opportunity to volunteer to represent their House groups by sacrificing their hair to raise money for the charity. The college has been staging this event for the last 10 years or so, each year drawing a healthy number of students to take up the challenge for the worthy cause.This year 11 students volunteered to have their heads shaved in front of an audience of more than 400 of their peers. Co-ordinator Sarah Mayer said the students showed great enthusiasm towards the event and were very competitive in their fund-raising efforts. “We were overwhelmed by the number of students who were happy to sacrifice their hair for a good cause,” Ms Mayer said. “Traditionally, students from this age group

Noosa Christian College Principal David Rogers, member of support staff Fiona Moody and secondary teacher Nigel Hobson ready to bid farewell to their lovely locks.

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might be a little uneasy about shaving their hair off, yet both boys and girls were excited about the fact that they could make a difference.” Lachie Roughley was one such student who sacrificed their locks on Tuesday. “I had never shaved my head before so I was slightly nervous but people will support me and I will know I’m doing it for a great cause,” Lachie said. “Quite a few of my family members have suffered from different types cancer which motivated me to do this fund-raiser for them and other people suffering from blood cancers." Along with the traditional shaving of hair, for a small donation students from Prep to Year 12 had the opportunity to have ‘funky’ hair for the day to show their support for this worthy charity.

“It was great to see all the students and staff come together and really enjoy raising money for the Leukaemia Foundation - all the while knowing that their efforts really will help in the search for a cure,” principal Anthony Dyer said. Today, 31 Australians will be given the devastating news that they have leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma or a related blood disorder. That’s more than 12,000 people in 2015. More than 60,000 people are living with one of these blood cancers or a related blood disorder in Australia right now. Although survival rates are improving, blood cancers like these are the third biggest cause of cancer death in Australia. For more information visit http://www. worldsgreatestshave.com

Autumn out of the picture IT MAY officially be autumn, but summer doesn’t seem to want to leave with temperatures expected to stay in the low-thirties until at least Sunday. To beat the unseasonal heat, locals flocked to the beach for a dip in the ocean and Sun-

shine Beach Surf Club’s deck was the perfect place to catch a cooling ocean breeze. Locals and visitors enjoyed live music, cool drinks and good food on Sunday afternoon and Noosa Today photographer DARRYN SMITH was on hand to snap the action.

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NOOSA Concert Band welcomes returning players, new members and anyone interested in playing or supporting the concert band. Come along and meet the conductors and members, ask questions and enjoy a cuppa. Practice is every Tuesday evening from 7pm to 9pm at the Hinterland Church, Cooroy, behind the library. Whether you are 17 or 70, we hope to see you there. Contact Paul Ritchie on 0412 737 247 or email mbg079@gmail.com for more information.

LOCAL Women Rock for International Women’s Day was a huge success. Noosa legend 92 years old, Emma Freeman opened the show with her inspirational words. The local talent was fabulous with wonderful women of all ages on stage strutting their stuff. The youngest star was sevenyear-old Madeleine Suttee who sang with her mum Renae. Renae sings jingles for radio and television. She is the voice for the TV ad of Tourism Queensland. The Kitty Kats were superb with local songstress Michelle Brown heading the program with her new Kat trio - Renae Suttee and powerhouse Susan Campbell. Local sweetheart from the Noosa Arts Theatre Michelle Lamarca showed her talents with passion and soul. Newcomers to the stage, the trio TLC - Trish Couper, Carly Wallwork and Laura Driver sang folk, pop and some originals. Hard to believe it was the first time Carly and Laura had sang on stage. Melony Davies and her belly

VoluNteers WaNted WE are seeking volunteers to assist dance teacher Gail Hewton with fortnightly seated and/or standing dance (movement to music) sessions for residents at Carramar Aged Care. Volunteers need to be physically mobile, empathetic, sensitive to the needs of older people including those with dementia, have a desire to help provide quality experiences for residents, able to take direction, and be open and willing to have fun. Previous dance experience is not necessary as the movements are simple and easy to execute. Volunteers will need to undertake a Carramar volunteer induction briefing as well as a compulsory police check. Gail will provide a training/induction session to explain and guide how you can best assist in the classes she leads. For more information and to express your interest, contact Gail on 5412 2785 or 0411 720 391.

PresByteriaN ChurCh THE Presbyterian Church will hold a cake and craft stall on Friday 20 March, from 8am to 12.30pm. Weather permitting. The stall will be outside the Bendigo Bank, Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin. There will be a range of home-baked cakes, slices, biscuits, pickles, jams, knitted and craft items, plus much more.

ChristiaN FelloWshiP oF Noosa ON Sunday 22 March, Kevin Brewer of the Ministry Team of Christian Fellowship of Noosa will be bringing a message titled Good News. We would enjoy welcoming you in the CWA Hall, next to the Tewantin post office, from 9.30am. To learn more about us, just call Tony on 5474 0620.

seWiNg NeWs THE Guilded Lilies Sewing Circle will meet Saturday 28 March, from 9am to 3pm, at the Masonic Hall, Moorindil Street, Tewantin. This month the project will be making a Japanese knot bag. Requirement for this bag will be notified in the monthly newsletter. For more information, please phone Aileen on 5455 6959 or Annemarie on 0413 014 283. Bring your sewing machine, sewing accessories and lunch. Morning tea is provided. New members and visitors are always welcome.

Free CommuNity yoga aNd meditatioN FREE gentle general Hatha Yoga class stars Thursday 19 March at 6pm at the Tewantin CWA Hall, next to the post office. Suits all ages and levels including very beginners and middle-age or older people. One and a half hours, wonderful relaxation. This will be followed by free easy relaxation, breathing and meditation from 7.30pm to 9pm. Non-sectarian, all welcome including absolute beginners or those who might be unable to do physical yoga but could still benefit from yoga. Run by senior, experienced yoga teacher and health practitioner. Find deep peace. More than 58 studies show the many health benefits of relaxation and meditation. For more information, phone Garmar (Yoga, Health and Healing) on 5448 3113.

learN to daNCe LEARN traditional dances from around the world. Classes held in the Bicentennial Hall Annexe from 9am Friday. Beginners welcome to this friendly group. Cost is $5 to $7, second class is free. Phone Danni on 5471 0409 or email dannlyn@hotmail.com for more information.

teWaNtiN Noosa ProBus THE Tewantin Noosa Probus club will hold its next meeting and annual general meeting at the Tewantin Noosa RSL Club on Monday 23 March. Please arrive at 9.30am for a 10am start. For further information please phone Chris Hartley on 5442 7397.

michelle Brown and the kitty kats. dancers swiveled their hips, while the Moonshiners got every one's foot tapping to their clog/ tap dancing. Delightlful and confident 13-year-olds Indiah and Jessica spoke and sang as if they were born on the stage and were lucky enough to each be kindly given a term of free lessons for musical theatre from Coast Musical Theatre group. Madam Firebird, four girls

saNta’s Classy helPers OUR next event will be lunch at the Bohemian Bungalow, 69 Memorial Drive, Eumundi, on Friday 20 March at noon. The cost is $30 per person. Wine and soft drink will be available if you would like to purchase on the day. The theme is household cleaning products. For anyone new to the group, this means that these are the products we are collecting on the day. Remember that you are very welcome to bring friends, just remember to RSVP by phoning 5449 7599.

u3a aNNual geNeral meetiNg THE U3A annual general meeting will be held on Friday 27 March from noon at the U3A building, 64 Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin. For more information, please phone 5440 5500.

Friday eNViroNmeNt Forum FRASER Island is a place of extraordinary beauty. When Fraser Island Defenders Organisation (FIDO) led by John Sinclair AO, began its long campaign to ensure the wisest use of Fraser Island’s natural resources in 1971, there had been just 5000 visitors to the island in the previous year. Since then numbers have grown to 400,000 visitors annually. This has taken a heavy environmental toll and FIDO estimates that each person travelling in a four-wheel drive on Fraser Island, causes one tonne of sand to be moved in subsequent heavy rain. “FIDO’s focus now is upon how to improve Fraser Island’s sustainable carrying capacity,” says Mr Sinclair. John Sinclair will be the guest speaker at Noosa Parks Association’s Friday Environment Forum at the Environment Centre, Wallace Drive, Noosaville, on March 20. Come along for coffee from 10am with the Forum commencing at 10.30am. Join the bird observers in the car park at 8.30am to enjoy the birds of Wallace Park. Visit www.noosaparks. org.au for more information and you are invited to ‘Like’ us on Facebook.

NoosaVille VieW CluB THE Noosaville VIEW Club monthly lunch meeting will be held on Thursday 26 March at 11am for an 11.30am start. The speaker this month is Annette Gilmore-Scott of Cochlear Awareness. If you would like to join us or would like further information regarding this fun and friendship club that supports the Smith Family, please phone Nanette McLay on 5455 6157.

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from Boreen Point, fired up the crowd. The Doo Wop Dolls with their purple wigs and big petticoated dresses sang their happy songs of the ’60s and also Sissy and Dani in the sassy Mama Mias sang an Abba tribute. If you are one of the hundreds of people who missed out and don’t want to miss out again, get on the Early Bird mailing list and send your email to local-

will be holding its annual show on Sunday 12 April in the Hungerford Hall at Nambour High School, Carroll Street, Nambour. Judging commences at 9am with public viewing after judging is complete at around 11am. Budgies (lots of colours and varieties) will be available for sale from 9am. Please bring your cage if purchasing birds. For all inquiries phone Neale on 0421 471 781 or Troy on 0419 786 478.

eFt-emotioNal Freedom daNCiNg A FREE workshop for children-tapping with eft-emotional freedom technique. This is a day of self-discovery for both adults and children. Learn meridian tapping to release emotions, thought patterns and blocked energies. EFTEmotional Freedom Technique is a new discovery that has provided thousands of people with relief from pain, diseases and emotional issues. How to deal will be a topic address during the course. The course will be held on Saturday 28 March from 10am to 1pm. The class is held in Tewantin with the venue advised upon booking. Cost is $75 for adults. Children who are younger than 16 are free, and children must be able to participate. Bring a pen, paper, with notes and refreshments included. To book or for any inquiries phone Ruth Eedy on 0427 169 301.

oVer 50 soCial grouP CALLING solo 50, 60 and 70 year olds. Fabulous 50s is a friendly social group welcoming those who enjoy dining, barbecues, the theatre, bushwalks, etc. Come and join us for coffee from 10am Thursday at the Boathouse, Noosaville, and Mondays at Noosa Marina, Tewantin. Ring John on 5470 2227.

teWaNtiN Noosa NatioNal seNiors THE next Tewantin Noosa National Seniors meeting will be held on Thursday 26 March at 1.15pm for a 1.30pm start at the Noosa Catholic Church Hall, Moorindil Street, Tewantin. Our guest speaker will be Noosa councillor Frank Wilkie. Everyone is welcome. Phone Norm on 5474 0919 for more information.

theosoPhiCal soCiety meetiNg THE next Theosophical Society Sunshine Coast Lodge Noosa public meeting will be held on Friday 27 March at 7pm. The topic will be Search for the Inner-self, Barry Bowden. It has been said the higher-self has no cognisance of the senses. How then do we come into contact with the silent speaker? There has to be a rearrangement to our mode of living. We need to

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Meals on Wheels WEEKLY roster for Tewantin-Noosa Meals on Wheels for week beginning Monday 23 March to Friday 27 March. monday drivers: Drivers needed for runs A, D, F, G, Lieke, Anne and Phil, Carolyn and Sue. kitchen: Verena, Steven, Len and Neil. tuesday drivers: Driver needed for run A, John Mc, Rob and Kevin, Faye and Jan, Tania and friends, Jackie and Bill, Robin. kitchen: Ashleigh, Christine, Jo and George. Wednesday drivers: Bev and Tony, Bruce, Denise, Liz and Liz, driver needed for run E, F, Evelyn and Maureen. kitchen: Carol, Elfie and Neil. thursday drivers: Stewart, Geoff and Jane, driver needed for run C, Sylvia and David, Ingrid and Bob, Jan and Wendy, Linda/Nabil. kitchen: Christine, Lois, Robyn, John and Ron. Friday drivers: Bruce, Helen and Allen, Brian G, driver needed for runs D, G, Ray Z., Sam and Kevin. kitchen: Martina, Sandy, Elfie, George and Trevor. If you are unavailable or can do an extra run, please phone the kitchen on 5449 7659 learn how to think and feel for ourselves. This brings the power of stillness - the gateway to the eternal. All welcome. Entry is a gold coin donation. Held at the CWA Hall, 123 Poinciana Drive, Tewantin. Contact Ailsa on 5470 2656 or Janet on 0416 442 962.

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LETTERS Romance rules THE EDV Group has stated publicly and in their boundary change submission to Noosa Shire Council that their community of interest is based on the fact they socialise, shop, and get their hair cut, etc in Noosa. Changing the boundaries won’t actually get them any closer to these services. The EDV group want residents, ratepayers and business owners to get behind this ridiculous, romantic idea. Why would the business owners of our area get behind a group that clearly, by their own admissions, don’t support our local business in our communities, but choose to support the businesses of Noosa instead? Eumundi, Doonan, Verrierdale and Peregian Springs are strong communities and will only remain this way if we spend our monies with our local businesses and within our community where we can. We also need a local government that supports us with community grants and capital expenditure to maintain and improve our services and infrastructure. The cash-strapped Noosa Shire Council is clearly making cuts in all these areas in their hinterland communities, including the employees forced to take salary cuts. Growth in business and employment opportunities for all in our wonderful communities will not be gained through cutbacks. It will only decrease business confidence. We all need to recognise and realise how our community has grown over the years through the support of our progressive council, the Sunshine Coast Council, under the leadership of Mayor (Mark) Jamieson. Vonnie Burton, Eumundi.

Role for older women IN THE celebrations on Sunday of International Women’s Day, it was particularly encouraging the Treasurer, after delivering the latest Intergenerational Report with predictions for the future (2055), saw a role for older women. Encouraging people to work until they’re

A BIG thankyou to the sales clerk with the long curly hair who works at the Mary St roundabout BP. You are always so genuine and happy. It’s a pleasure.

TO my daughter who landed her dream job this weekend. We’re so proud of you!

Post your letters to: 36 Mary St, Noosaville, 4566 or email: newsdesk@noosatoday.net.au

70 and beyond and unable to receive the pension or super (after age 70, if either exists in 2055), the Treasurer recognises older women could play a big part in paid employment. If the physical, mental, emotional and logistical aspects of the proposal are able to be met, then certain areas of the economy could be filled by older women taking on these roles. Who knows what lies ahead? Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach.

TO the roadworks on Walter Hay Drive. I’m so tired of driving around and getting stuck in so much traffic. Especially at school time. Getting home takes so much longer!

Unexpected visitors having a look around the front yard.

Power, no people I WENT and had a look at the Freedom Wall exhibition (at Noosa Council chambers) and was very disappointed. I was expecting photographs of “people power”. Tom Francis, Cooroy.

... and the passion I WENT to have a look at the Noosa - A Victory for Community display (at Noosa Council chambers) only to be presented with eight large pictures and text largely about politicians. Peter Beattie gets a photo (I kid you not) as does Bob Abbot. In case you have forgotten, Bob gave up the fight a week or so after the big rally in Brisbane, announcing on ABC TV that the battle was over and Noosa had lost. Glen Elmes gets his head in a couple of photos and Noel Playford is in four of the photos. The new council members also get a group photo. The fact is, some of them were noncommittal or against de-amalgamation until it became obvious it was a winning case. Some of the politicians played a part in the successful de-amalgamation campaign but they were responding to a very strong popular mass movement. This has been largely overlooked in the display. Where are the photos of large numbers of residents, like the 10,000 at the Brisbane Rally, the black armband rally at Main Beach on the first anniversary of amalgamation, or the great shot of Main Beach with hundreds of people spelling out ‘Save Noosa’? None of these are included. This display wall is less a celebration of community than a celebration of the political class. The other thing that struck me was the huge gap in the storyline from amalgamation in early 2008 to 2010 when the Free Noosa Alliance was created. Nothing at all is mentioned about this crucial two-year period. The only group keeping the flame alive in that period was the Friends of Noosa. They only get mentioned once, bunched in with other Free Noosa Alliance members - the Noosa Parks Association, Noosa Biosphere Association and the EDV group. If the Friends of Noosa group hadn’t been actively keeping the issue on the agenda, then there would have been little for the Alliance to build upon. There is a note saying it was put together by Noel Playford’s wife, Diana. Could this be why the politicians are featured? I would be interested to know who was consulted and if the final version went before the council for approval? I am also guessing it was done with ratepayers' funds. Sadly, this display, which should be the lasting record of a uniquely successful grassroots community campaign by the good people of Noosa, is largely a self-serving tribute to the politicians. Michael Egan, Pomona.

Keep cleaning

THUMBS down to the people who walk along our street and throw their fast food wrappers all over the road and front yards. We’re sick of picking up your mess from our garden. Stop being such grubs.

LENSCAPE

CONGRATULATIONS to all the folk involved in the local Clean-up Australia campaign and especially to Councillor Joe Jurisevic for his ongoing involvement; a marvellously unselfish effort by those participating. Perhaps some suggestions for combating these ongoing problems. As a mountain biker riding the Noosa trails, we are continuously saddened by the sight of old lounge suites, fridges and the like dumped in the bush. Perhaps council might decide to be pro-active and bring back the ‘hard rubbish’ collection? I believe this is the only way to stop the majority of people dumping their goods. Another difficult one that might test the council’s resolve. Our two major grocery chains, Woolworths/Dan Murphy’s and Coles, find it inconvenient to make their trolley system a coin/token one, thus there are often renegade trolleys littering the landscape while the new kid on the block, Aldi, has their token system

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THIS group of friendly locals were captured in a Greg Davison’s Doonan yard last week. If you have a photo you would like to share, email it to newsdesk@noosatoday.nat.au.

Local cartoonist John Bowier shares his thoughts on dog control in the Noosa Shire.

in place with nary an Aldi trolley out of place. While we Noosa ratepayers applaud our councillors as being fantastic people, wouldn’t it be great to see some pro-active decisions instead of the negativity occasioning the refusal of anything that might upset the few noisy local complainers. M. Hill, Noosa.

Pictures not perfect I VISITED the exhibition on Sunday and must express my disappointment at some of the pictures on display. The first one features Peter Beattie, who was the architect of the bad decision to form the Sunshine Coast Regional Council in the first place. Why show him at all? Secondly, Bob Abbot is also featured and it should not be forgotten that after his initial opposition to Noosa being included in the SCRC, he fought a campaign to be their mayor. Talk about jumping ship! This was an opportunity to feature the people who originated the opposition campaign and to show pictures of the large number of people who attended the meetings and also those involved in such necessary, but mundane, matters such as distributing leaflets to households, or ‘how to vote’ cards at the polling booths. Sadly, this opportunity was missed. Any chance of showing more appropriate photos in the next few weeks? Peter Lyle, Lake Macdonald.

Women were electric JUST wanted to say thankyou to the organisers for a great show last Saturday night at the Local Women Rock concert. The event was the best show I have seen for a long time. I was very impressed with the talented women who performed. I hope there will be more shows like this. The atmosphere was electric and you could feel the love. The woman who organised it, Cherry, did a fabulous job of rounding up so many talented singers, dancers and even a group of ukulele players. It was great to see all the women coming together to give it their all. It was fabulous seeing our local legend Emma Freeman bouncing onto the stage, larger than life, all of 92, sharing her pearls of wisdom. A young, sevenyear-old girl, Madeleine, stole the show with her song My Favourite Things. Two very confident 13-year-old girls were simply delightful. Talented locals Michelle Brown and Michelle LaMarca joined with other powerful singers, Renae and Suzanne. The Doo Wop Girls were also very entertaining. Inspiring women aged in their eighties were dancing and performing. Too many wonderful women to mention. What a treat you delivered to us. I look forward to next year’s magical event. Beverly Mercer, Noosaville. More letters page 31

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Home of celebrity

FREQUENTED by celebrities, Netanya Noosa is the jewel in

an open-plan living, kitchen and dining zone, creating a sense

the crown of Noosa when it comes to luxury accommodation.

of space, while the living zone opens out to a covered balcony

Located on Noosa Main Beach and within the heart of the famous Hastings Street, Netanya is perfectly situated to showcase the very best of Noosa’s award-winning restaurants,

where the absolutely stunning views of Noosa Main Beach can be enjoyed in privacy. The exclusive rooftop terrace is the perfect place to relax

boutique shopping and visitor attractions, while the Noosa

in the sun or host a cocktail party with friends under the stars

National Park is within easy reach.

with the sound of the crashing waves providing the ultimate

On offer through exclusive agents Richardson and Wrench, apartment 408 is a one-bedroom penthouse apartment with an exclusive rooftop terrace. Not only does this apartment boast the best view and position on the beachfront, it is now the best buy having been reduced by $200,000 by a genuine seller. Offering style and sophistication, apartment 408 features

beach party soundtrack. This stylish apartment is ideal for anyone looking for a lock and leave holiday hideaway, or for savvy investors with excellent rental returns and healthy tax benefits on offer. This apartment also features shared, secure, undercover parking, air-conditioning and access to the resort’s pool and other facilities.

home essentials ADDRESS: Apartment 408 ‘Netanya’ 71 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads AUCTION: In room Sheraton Resort Noosa, 8 April at 5pm VIEW: By appointment DESCRIPTION: 1 bed, 1 bath AGENT: Shane McCauley and Frank Milat for Richardson and Wrench Noosa, 0403 646 930 or 0438 528 148 Thursday, 19 March, 2015 | NOOSA TODAY 21

ACROSS FROM THE BEACH

LITTLE COVE 1‘THE COVE’ 24 LITTLE COVE ROAD

Spacious & Private

View By Appointment Price $3,200,000

Unit 1 ‘The Cove’ is positioned perfectly to enjoy this highly sought after location, right across the road from Little Cove beach and a mere short stroll down the boardwalk to Hastings Street in one direction and the National Park in the other. ɒ One of the largest single level floorplans in Little Cove. ɒ Apartment features private entry for ease of access. ɒ Spacious open plan living and entertainers kitchen. ɒ Delightfully furnished with new furniture throughout. ɒ Generous outdoor living areas and private pool.

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ABSOLUTE BEACHFRONT

NOOSA HEADS 408 ‘NETANYA’ 71 HASTINGS STREET

Penthouse & Position

View Saturday 1.00-1.30pm Auction In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort, Wednesday 8 April from 5pm

This Penthouse apartment with exclusive roof terrace is just perefct. A stylish and sophisticated suite offering excellent rental returns and healthy tax benefits for the owner. Since Netanya was strata titled around 18 years ago, this unit has seen excellent appreciation. ɒ The views from this top level penthouse are absolutely stunning. ɒ Professional on-site management and excellent occupancy. ɒ What better way but to relax in the spa, sipping a glass of your favourite champagne. ɒ Best of all, very realistic sellers.

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

FULLY RENOVATED

NOOSA HEADS 102/103 ‘HOTEL LAGUNA’ 6 HASTINGS ST

Holidays & Value

View Friday 12.00-12.30pm Auction In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort, Wednesday 8 April from 5pm

A great buy in Hastings street with direct access to the pool. Just a short stroll to all Hastings Street has to offer - cafes, shops and retail therapy! Newly renovated this dual key apartment offers great income and tax benefits to make even your accountant smile. ɒ Direct access to the pool on the ground floor. ɒ Tastefully furnished with polished timber floors. ɒ So close to Main beach and Noosa National Park. ɒ Small block with low body corporate fees.

Frank Milat 0438 528 148 Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa 1177448-CB12-15

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LOCATION, LOCATION!

NOOSA HEADS 4 ‘PISCES’ 7 PEZA COURT

Waterfront & Wonderful

View Saturday 12.00-12.30pm Auction In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort, Wednesday 8 April from 5pm

‘Pisces’ is situated along Noosa Sound, and rests directly on the waterfront with stunning views across the Noosa River, apartment 4 is strategically positioned for the best river view and simply wonderful for holiday makers or for living the waterfront lifestyle. ɒ Direct access to the Jetty and Noosa River. ɒ Spacious living areas and master bedroom with river views. ɒ Small complex with no on-site mangers and low Strata fees. ɒ Car park on title with lock up storage. Close to restaurants, cafes and shops.

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

RIGHT ON THE RIVER

NOOSA SOUND 61 WYUNA DRIVE

Serenity & Space

View Saturday 11.00-11.30am Auction On-site 12noon Wednesday 8 April

This modern home, right on the river, has been designed beautifully with a flowing floor plan, exquisite finishes and fine attention to detail. There’s plenty of room with beautifully sized bedrooms, office, two living areas plus a superb gourmet kitchen. It is a home filled with light. ɒ The sunny pool is the place for a dip with the children, after playing on the sandy beach. ɒ There is also a jetty to throw in a line and a gated side entrance for a small boat. ɒ Positioned on a wide part of the River overlooking the foliage on the bank opposite. ɒ Within walking distance to some of Noosa’s best restaurants.

Jennifer Carr 0412 158 433 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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ULTIMATE POSITION

LITTLE COVE 7 ALLAMBI RISE

Build & Prosper

View Saturday 10.00-10.30am 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 Richardson & Wrench Noosa

RENOVATOR’S DREAM

NOOSA HEADS 9 SUNSET DRIVE

Paint & Profit

View Saturday 11.00-11.30am Auction In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort, Wednesday 8 April from 5pm

Situated just 200 metres from the river, and an easy walk to the Sunday farmer’s market, this cute renovator is a project just waiting to be taken up! On a huge 845m2 block, the home has 3 bedrooms and one renovated bathroom, it’s surrounded on 3 sides by mature palms and trees. ɒ There is a space crying out for a lovely pool, still leaving plenty of room to extend the house. ɒ Located within minutes of schools, shopping and transport. ɒ This property is quite possibly Noosa’s best renovation option. ɒ This is a ‘red hot’ area, with its over-sized land this could be a great home in a great position!

Cam Goode 0400 904 678 Jill Goode 0418 714 653 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa 1177453-CB12-15

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ICONIC BEACHFRONT

SUNSHINE BEACH 34 ARAKOON CRESCENT

High & Mighty

View Saturday 12.00-12.30pm Price $3,800,000

You will be forgiven for thinking you’re in the Hamptons, instead of Sunshine Beach, at this heart stopping home that will make you pause and sigh at every angle. Although this is a fully functional family home, it is an ideal investment for holiday letting, given its superb views and prime location. ɒ Be in awe of its unique design by Ian Mitchell and its daring use of timber. ɒ This trophy position is situated in one of the most desirable streets in Sunshine Beach. ɒ Restaurants, coffee shops and the Surf Club are a short stroll away. Leave the car at home. ɒ The private, heated infinity pool synchronises and disappears into the blue horizon.

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

GREAT LOCATION

TEWANTIN 2/12 BLAKESLEY STREET

Separate & Secure

View Saturday 10.00-10.30am Price $785,000

Properties in sought-after Blakesly Street don’t come along very often, and especially not at this price. Set over four levels, with the main living on two, this north facing home is ideally suited to executive couples with regular visitors, or those with adult children who refuse to leave the nest. ɒ High gloss tiles and Australian hardwood timber floors. ɒ Split system airconditioning in living area; ceiling fans throughout. ɒ Ducted vacuum; stainless steel gas cooktop and suspended exhaust. ɒ Secure intercom entry; low body corporate fees.

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OCEAN VIEWS

SUNRISE BEACH 1 ‘AQUA SUNRISE’ 38 VENTURA STREET 3 Lock up & Leave This charming duplex captures the idyllic beachside lifestyle. Offering house sized proportions, this pet friendly townhouse is just perfect for young families or those looking to downsize. With small ocean views from the balcony, this is a must to inspect. ɒ Light filled open plan lounge to undercover balcony. ɒ Spa in downstairs ensuite. ɒ Double Garage with tiled Floor. ɒ Low maintenance gardens, exterior recently repainted.

View Thursday 4.00-4.30pm & Saturday 10.00-10.30am Auction In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort, Wednesday 8 April from 5pm Stephen Williams 0439 990 399 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

ENTRY LEVEL NOOSAVILLE

NOOSAVILLE 2 ‘CORAL BEACH’ 12 ROBERT STREET

Lifestyle & Location

View Friday 12.00-12.30pm & Saturday 1.00-1.30pm Auction In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort, Wednesday 8 April from 5pm

This plantation-style townhouse is loaded with extras and just steps from the Noosa River. With renovated kitchen and bathrooms, air conditioning, new blinds and security doors, this open-plan, furnished unit is ready for your immediate enjoyment. ɒ 150 Metres to Noosa River. ɒ French doors opening onto outdoor areas. ɒ Covered entertaining areas and low maintenance gardens. ɒ Well managed complex featuring pool and tennis court.

Hamish Bolderston 0478 099 058 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa 1177458-CB12-15

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New York, New York - in style bydesign WITH DI HENSHALL NEW York is a very diverse place – it has five boroughs, all totally different to each other. The most famous and most visited of all the boroughs is Manhattan. Manhattan is a cultural and design fountain – it oozes style. People think that the word style means being stylish (or en vogue), but the styles of New York are from one crazy spectrum to the other. I personally LOVE the graffiti that you see all over the place, particularly in the Lower East Side district – these guys are geniuses. There is something very stylish about graffiti and it is now a very acceptable, trendy artform that can be seen on canvas gracing the walls of incredibly hip houses and apartments. Equally, the Upper East Side, is home to some very stylish New Yorkers (mainly the ones with “old money”) who swan about with their full-length REAL fur coats, perfectly coiffed hairstyles and Birkin bags, totally gorgeous.

Manhattan is a cultural and design fountain – it oozes style.

Whatever happens in between these two diverse examples of style also translates to the architecture and interior design of the city. New York had one of its many heydays in the 1920s and 1930s when architecture, interior design, fashion, cars and accessories all merged into one huge, global movement, which is now called Art Deco (it wasn’t called Art Deco back in the day). There are some stunning examples of Art Deco architecture and interior design in New York, a lot of which is very famous and well-known to almost everyone who visits – the Woolworths building, the Chrysler building, the Empire State Building, Grand Central Station (built earlier but has many Art Deco additions) and Radio City Music Hall. Rockefeller – what a guy. There are also some fabulous buildings being built as we speak, particularly the 9/11 Ground Zero complex. I had visited the site not long after the disaster, when the ground was literally stripped bare of all humanity and visited it again a couple of times since then. What has been created there now is nothing short of amazing – they (the design team – including Daniel Liebskind – one of my design heroes) have created a sensitive

New York has oodles of style, in so many different forms, including the music, the art, the interior design, the architecture, the conversation, the food, the drink, the weather. and beautiful tribute to the thousands

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First impressions count at sales time front onthehome

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YOU canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make a first impression twice! While a good real estate agent will do everything in their power to ensure the best outcome in a sale, they rely on the vendors presenting their property in the best possible way. When a potential buyer first arrives at your home, what will they see? Think about what is attractive and isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. Try closing your eyes tightly, then re-opening them - what is the first thing you see? It probably needs

to go! Investing some time and energy into ensuring pristine presentation can increase your sale value.

What do you need to do to prepare your home for a successful sale? Your basic to do list may include a tidy of your garden, i.e. mow the lawn, give your facade a fresh coat of paint, fix the fence and so on.

Sellers often become hung up on the presentation inside, making sure everything is clean, tidy and de-cluttered, but it is the street appeal that is the first point of contact with your buyer, whether they are driving by, or arriving for an open home. A neat entrance will enhance street appeal and leave a positive first impression. A good first impression will entice buyers to

a home for sale. Each home has its own feel, look and its own smell! Keep the home smelling fresh by ventilating it - open some windows - let some fresh air through.

come in and inspect your property.

Consider tidying the front garden by cutting down overgrown plants and trees; keeping the lawn neat and ensuring your house number is clearly visible. Fixing the letterbox is necessary, and perhaps your front door needs a coat of paint or replacement.

Have it clean and free from pet, garbage, smoking or strong flavoured food smells. Air fresheners and lightly scented candles may assist, as will a freshly brewed pot of coffee or baked muffins coming out of the oven just before the scheduled inspection.

Clean external walls, gutters and any outdoor furniture and update the garden by simply adding some mulch and/or planting colourful flowers, while ensuring any water features such as pools or ponds are clean. It is not all about how a property looks, and while we have written on internal presentation before; how does it smell? All of the senses are stimulated when inspecting

When you finish preparing your home for market, try to sum it up in one or two words. This will give you an overall assessment as to what the purchaser is likely to think. If you come up with descriptive words such as, inviting, immaculate, beautiful or impressive, then you have succeeded. Your home is ready to sell at its optimum.

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Small drop in home loans THE Australian Bureau of Statistics has released the latest housing finance data for January, with a reported drop in home loan demand nothing to worry about according to experts. The data found the number of dwelling commitments approved throughout January 2015 fell 3.5 per cent, but still remains high by historical standards. In total, 51,396 loans were approved throughout the month, down from 53,254 the month prior. Mortgage Choice spokesperson Jessica Darnbrough said while the demand for home loans had dropped slightly, demand remained strong when considering dwelling commitments hit a five-year high last month. “Over the past 12 months we have

consistently seen more than 50,000 home loans approved each month,” she said. “The last time more than 50,000 dwelling commitments were approved each month for a year was back in 2009 when the boosted first home owner grants were in place.” Ms Darnbrough said the combination of falling interest rates and strong capital growth was encouraging many Australians to buy property. “Research conducted by RP Data shows property prices have climbed by 8.3 per cent across Australia’s combined capital cities over the past 12 months,” she said. “This level of growth is helping to make property a very attractive investment option for Australians.”

Ms Darnbrough said interest rates were currently sitting at 60-year lows, making the cost of borrowing more affordable than it had been in a long time. “With Australia’s lenders making it very clear they are hungry for business, it is not surprising to see a large number of home loans being approved each month,” she said. Moving forward, home loan demand is expected to stay relatively strong as more investors look to take advantage of the current market conditions. “The current market is prime for investors and with rates sitting at all-time lows, it is likely the market will continue to favour this buyer segment for some time yet,” Ms Darnbrough said.

The national real estate market is currently positioned to suit investment buyers, according to finance experts.

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