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Ordered to leave By JOLENE OGLE DOONAN business owners Anders Lind and Camilla Hansen have been told they must depart the country in seven months – leaving behind their established business and pet dog, Ziggy. The Swedish couple dreamed of moving to Noosa since they were in high school, with visions of palm trees and hot summers bringing them to Australia five years ago. Since then the high school sweethearts have established a business in Doonan, bought land in Eumundi and Anders has worked as an electrician, even completing two years’ rural placement, but the couple’s dream life is about to be torn from them following the Department of Immigration and Border Protection’s refusal of their visa application. Camilla and Anders said they were devastated at the refusal of their application on 1 September this year and blamed the Immigration Department for a lack of clear communication. Anders currently holds a full Australian electrical licence, has a skills assessment by Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) and has completed a practical assessment in wiring skills, but according to the visa refusal letter from the Immigration Department Anders doesn’t have the correct skills assessment paperwork. “According to the refusal letter Anders needs a different skills assessment than the one he holds, issued by the same authority (TRA),” Camilla said. “This was never explained to us although we asked on several occasions if there was anything else needed in order to prove Anders’ skills. “Instead, we were told over the phone the case officer simply had not seen the assessment we had up-

Local couple Anders Lind and Camilla Hansen have been told to leave the country in seven months after their visa application was denied. loaded and that everything was in order. That there had been a mistake on the Department of Immigration’s behalf.” A frustrated Camilla said if they knew a different assessment was needed they would have completed the paperwork prior to applying for the visa. “We’ve sent in so much paperwork,” she said. “We have made our plans to ensure we have the correct paperwork and eligibility requirements.

“We have even sent in prom photos to prove we are a couple. We would have done this assessment too but (the department) didn’t say we needed it. They said everything was fine and to submit the application.” This was the couple’s second attempt at a visa after the company Anders worked for went bankrupt. As a result, Camilla estimates the couple had spent over $15,000 on their visa applications. “This has been so stressful and devastating,” she said. “We have our

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lives here and we haven’t seen our family in over two years because we just don’t know what will happen or if they come here and we have to go.” Anders said it had been the support of the community that had helped the couple through what he described as a “terrible” two years. “We are so grateful to the community who have taken us in,” he said. “We wouldn’t have been able to make it through these past two years

if it wasn’t for the people around us.” Camilla remembers the first day they arrived in Noosa on a bus. “I looked at Anders and I said ‘we’re home’,” she said. The couple can only reapply for the Visa if they leave the country and return to Sweden. A Department of Immigration spokesman said “we encourage the couple to contact the department to discuss their situation.”

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live today Pages: 39-43

Noosa dining Pages: 44-45

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AN INNOVATIVE Noosa Council sand replenishment project is bringing back the beach at erosion-plagued Munna Point. Infrastructure Planning and Design Manager Nick Wellwood this week confirmed the project had increased the beach profile by at least eight metres. “This is a great result for Munna Point, where not long ago erosion was so severe we had to fence off the shoreline to ensure public safety,” he said. Three 15-metre geo-fabric insitu sand-filled groynes with toe mattresses extend into the river to curtail erosion and retain new sand. “The current second phase involves a sand replenishment program to shift sand in the middle of the river over to the shoreline,” Mr Wellwood said. “The aim here was twofold -

Previous erosion at Munna Point. Sand replenishment work is restoring the Munna Point beach. restore the foreshore and move the channel back to the centre of the river and away from the shoreline where the current was exacerbating the scouring.” Noosa Council developed the solution with consultant International Coastal Management, and the results have attracted international interest.

Council will co-present a paper on the project to the International Conference on Coastal Engineering in Istanbul in July next year. “We’re now working on the design of a third phase in the project, which will add two small and one large groyne further north-east along the shoreline

to stabilise sand at the point and protect the Munna Point camp kitchen,” Mr Wellwood said. “Council and the Noosa River Reference Group decided to bring back the beach using an innovative design, and with up to 110 metres of beach length restored at Munna Point the results speak for themselves.”

Praise for tourism MEMBER for Noosa Glen Elmes sang the praises of Tourism Noosa in parliament last week, saying the work of the team was invaluable in maintaining jobs in the region. Mr Elmes said he congratulated the 584 business partners, scores of volunteers, the board and staff of Tourism Noosa for their hard work and successful marketing campaigns. Mr Elmes' comments come as new figures from Tourism Research Australia (TRA) show Noosa’s total domestic overnight

visitor market grew by 16 per cent, driven largely by a strong increase in the holiday market, up 22.8 per cent. According to the statistics, the total domestic overnight numbers for the rest of the Sunshine Coast remained stable and Queensland grew 5.6 per cent. Mr Elmes said the results were achieved through creative thinking and hard work, which included a significant winter campaign in the interstate markets of Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra.

Tourism Noosa CEO Damien Massingham said the strong increase in domestic visitors was great news for Noosa and followed on from the recent international stats showing Noosa led international visitor growth in Queensland. “Tourism Noosa has a strategic focus on marketing interstate and has delivered ongoing campaigns into Sydney and in particular the high-yielding Melbourne market,” he said. “Recent activity in interstate

markets has included radio and digital campaigns, print advertising, billboards, a Melbourne tram wrapped in a stunning Noosa beach image, social media promotions and consumer activation campaigns. “The higher-spending interstate market continued to grow for Noosa, up 23.5 per cent and we have seen Melbourne visitors increase by 26.3 per cent to 59,000 visitors and nights also up 9.4 per cent.”

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PROFESSOR Stuart Bunn, Director of the Australian Rivers Institute, has told the Noosa Community Jury the Noosa River is still a good example of a healthy waterway, and one the community should “cherish”. “River systems worldwide are in huge trouble from the effects of population pressure and climate change,” Professor Bunn said. “Noosa River is in good shape. Appreciate and care for what you have. We need to raise the level of water literacy and protect the whole river catchment.” Noosa’s Community Jury requested a presentation from Professor Bunn to help inform them of the implications for waterways where pressures such as pollution are left unchecked. In addition, the jury requested input from Paul Grossman, President of the Noosa Commercial Boatmans’ Association.

Mr Grossman said there are now fewer commercial boating operations than in the past, yet “we have an average 2.9 per cent annual increase over a five-year trend in recreational boat registrations, with over 18,500 boats currently registered on the Sunshine Coast”. Mr Grossman said commercial boat owners were concerned about communication between river regulators, the lack of lighting on vessels in the river, congestion at commercial jetties and what they saw as a need for more enforcement. Both these presentations gave ‘context’ to the topic the jury is charged with deliberating. The jury questioned the speakers in smaller groups before reconvening to decide what new information they wanted and who they’d like to question. The jury has so far received nine community submissions, including 150 pages of infor-

Noosa’s second community jury has begun its deliberations. mation from the Member for Noosa. Community members have posted more than 50 forum comments on Council’s Your Say Noosa website, where everything, including answers to 17 research items requested by the jury, is located. The jury will meet again on 14 October at 6pm at council’s Tewantin Chambers.

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Spring to break road toll POLICE have joined forces with Noosa Council and Tourism Noosa to help locals and visitors have a safe holiday this spring. Operation Spring Break is a state-wide initiative which is designed to reduce the number of serious injury and fatal crashes on local roads during the school holidays. Noosa police also want to remind people to keep their belongings safe. The road safety campaign will run from Friday 18 October through to Friday 9 October and will direct community attention to speeding, impaired driving, seatbelts, fatigue, distracted driving and defective vehicles. Local police launched the road safety initiative on Thursday 18 September at the Tourism Noosa information centre on Hastings Street where two displays have been installed to help remind locals and visitors to be mindful these school holidays. Acting Inspector Mark Cordwell said the aim of Opera-

tion Spring Break was to ensure people get to their destination and home again safely. “We want everyone to have a safe holiday,” he said. Tourism Noosa CEO Damien Massingham said Operation Spring Break was important throughout the state but in Noosa it’s important for people to know they are going to have a safe holiday. “Noosa is certainly wellknown for providing a safe family holiday,” he said. “This time of year in the spring break is the best time of year so we’re certainly supportive of such initiatives. “People can rest assured when they come to visit Noosa and the wider Sunshine Coast that they’re going to have a great holiday.” Mr Massingham congratulated the local police on the wonderful job they do to provide a safe environment in Noosa. Noosa Heads police beat officer in charge Senior Constable Pierre Senekal said through the

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A joint effort from Senior Constable Pierre Senekal, Senior Sergeant Steve McReight, Tourism Noosa's Juanita Bloomfield, councillor Frank Wilkie, Acting Inspector Mark Cordwell and Tourism Noosa CEO Damien Massingham at the Tourism Noosa information centre on Hastings Street. co-operation of locals and visitors and police patrols, the team has been able to reduce the numbers of theft on the beach or in parked cars from 24 to 12 this year. “If people lock their cars and take their belongings with them from the beach, we can certainly make that zero,” he said.

Councillor Frank Wilkie said it was important for locals and visitors to remember to be mindful while having a great time. “Today is a demonstration of how council, Tourism Noosa and the local police are working together to ensure the best visitor experience possible,” he said.

Expansion plans are set to contract NOOSA councillors are expected to reject the Noosa Civic expansion application at their Thursday 24 September ordinary meeting with the Noosa Parks Association backing the call to scrap the development. Noosa Parks Association (NPA) said it has backed a report by Noosa Council planning staff that recommends refusing the retail development application due to a number of issues. In the report, council staff said the near doubling of retail space will negatively impact on the revitalisation of the Noosa Junction retail hub and also require expensive road upgrades including the installation of traffic lights. NPA honorary secretary Ingrid Jackson said the proposal is inconsistent with town planning guidelines. “The guidelines say any expansion should create employment opportunities that diversify Noosa Civic beyond the retail sector,” she said. “The proposed development unacceptably diminishes the capacity of Noosa Civic to attain this desired form and usage. “In addition, it threatens the ability of other retail areas in Noosa to renew themselves after a difficult few years during which the viability of many retail outlets has

An artist's impression of the Civic expansion. The planned expansion of Noosa Civic Shopping Centre looks unlikely to go ahead.

been under threat.” Ms Jackson said NPA took the view that a sustainable community needed to be both environmentally

Crash driver given four years’ jail

and economically sound. “Council planning staff have kept faith with both the Noosa Plan and the realities of the Noosa retail sector,” she said.

“At Noosa Civic, existing retail floor space already exceeds the original allowance by 23 per cent. “Under the new proposal before the council, a near doubling would occur with an additional 23,000 square metres. “NPA urges Noosa Council to accept the recommendations of its planning experts and reject the Queensland Investment Corporation’s proposal which fails to conform to the previously expressed wishes of the Noosa community.” Noosa councillors were expected to refuse the application at the meeting. There is a chance that the refusal of the development could lead to a legal challenge from the centre’s owners, Queensland Investment Corporation.

THE 64-year-old woman who crashed into two tourists on Noosa Parade last May has been sentenced to four and a half years’ jail in Maroochydore District Court on Monday (21 September). Nola Barbara Burgess pleaded guilty to dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm while affected by an intoxicating substance. The court heard Burgess was already drunk and affected by prescription medication when she drove to a Noosa Heads bottle shop on 26 May 2014 to buy two bottles of vodka. The court heard Burgess left the bottle shop at the top of Noosa Drive, where she drove over a roundabout and then down Noosa Drive where she lost control of the vehicle and crashed into two tourists. One of the victims sustained minor injuries while the other, a German man, had to have his leg amputated as a result of his injuries. Judge John Robertson described the German national’s injuries as “catastrophic” and said it had been a long time since he was moved by a victim impact statement. The German man flew back to Australia to attend the sentencing on Monday and, in a rare move, Judge Robertson addressed the victim saying he was sorry this had happened and he hoped the young man could carry on with his life. “I cannot imagine what it must be like to live in your shoes,” he said. “If I could turn back the clock, I would. You were in the wrong place at the wrong time.” The court heard the victim’s injuries were so significant he would have died if he had not received medical intention immediately. Burgess’s defence lawyer said his client, who had no previous traffic or criminal history, had been an alcoholic for more than 15 years and was suffering from a major depressive disorder and early-onset alcoholic dementia. Burgess’s defence lawyer said due to her medical condition, his client had “some diminished cognitive ability in decision making” on the day of the crash. The prosecution said the “die was cast” when Burgess decided to drive down Noosa Drive. “It was inevitable she was going to crash. It was inevitable she was going to lose control and she was heading towards a high density area,” he said. Judge Robertson sentenced Burgess to four and a half years’ jail, to be suspended after 16 months. Burgess was also disqualified from holding a driving licence “absolutely”.

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Learn how dollars make sense By RICHARD MORGAN A PUBLIC pilot program in financial literacy - an Australia first – has been launched in the region by Noosa Library. Planned as part of its adult literacy program, “Dollars Making Sense” is designed to give participants competency in general financial management or in areas of personal need. These could include budgeting, debt and credit card management, internet banking, loans, and the ability to withstand financial shock, such as through illness. Dollars Making Sense is not about who wants to be a millionaire ... about how to make money. It is about financial well-being. And the need is great, according to both tutors and participants. The program is funded by Financial Literacy Australia (FLA), a not-for-profit organisation funded through sponsorship and company support. And while FLA has had targeted programs in the past, for example with a migrant group, this is the first time an open-to-all pubic program has be run through a library in Australia. The Noosa Library pilot started

in May and will run, fully funded, until about December 2016, after which an independent review will determine whether a national rollout can be undertaken through public libraries as part of their existing literacy programs. The program is free and, according to co-ordinator Trent Harvison, it can cater for around 30 participants. Already, 17 volunteer tutors have undergone a training course over 12 weeks. The tutoring is flexible, depending of the tutor/student arrangements but can be conducted weekly for up to six months or less. Participant student Nina described the program as practically “a lifesaver”. Clearly an intelligent and articulate person in all other respects, Nina nonetheless admitted to her need for support in basic financial management. “You feel so isolated, as if you are the only one who is financially illiterate,” she said. “And to be paired up with someone so passionate about seeing me succeed in this, means I have found exactly what I was looking for.”

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Trent Harvison says there is no typical demographic looking for help when it comes to financial literacy. Nina’s tutor is Jane Rivers, who “fell into” the role after retiring from a retail/tourism career. She finds it rewarding in that “all my life this was knowledge that I had taken for granted”. According to Trent Harvison, there is no typical demographic looking for help. “It might be someone who is very artistic, and not so practical, or who has just never been exposed to the ways of managing money.” He says the program can deal with things like the difference between good and bad debt and dealing with the “spending leaks” around budgeting. “Increasingly, we are seeing people who are struggling with basic concepts of credit versus cash.

“As a tutoring and mentoring program, it can help people make informed decisions about current and future financial needs and improve their standard of living and quality of life,” he said. It is not just about money but “emotional and physical well-being, through confidence, skills and knowledge”. Ultimately, this is of benefit to a more sustainable and healthy community, he said. Dollars Making Sense is conducted at the Noosa and Cooroy libraries and the public is urged to apply. For more information, ‘phone 5329 6555 or email libraries@ noosa.qld.gov.au

TEWANTIN'S RSL Park is set to gain a new playground, with work to replace the existing equipment to begin next month. Council will relocate the playground slightly to the north, as part of the project, to utilise the natural topography of the park for two new slides. Project officer Martin Sergas says the new playground will feature two six-metre long slides, a climbing mound with climbing ropes and multiple rubber climbing domes. “Children who enjoy traditional swings will not miss out as there will also be a double swing set and spring toy installed for smaller children,” he said. “After many years of play the existing equipment is due for replacement.” Construction is due to commence 27 October. Mr Sergas said council hoped to open the new playground by late November, weather permitting. “We’ll close the existing playground for removal once construction begins. “Council appreciates residents’ patience while work is underway.” For information about other council parks and playgrounds, visit council’s website at www.noosa.qld.gov.au/recreational-parks.

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Not so hard to be green By JOLENE OGLE IT’S EASY to be green thanks to Tourism Noosa’s latest initiative, Noosa Eco Check. Officially launched by Australia Zoo’s Terri Irwin in July this year and run as a business education program, Noosa Eco Check offers local businesses the chance to assess their environmental impact as well as learn good green practices through case studies. Noosa Today has completed the Noosa Eco Check, along with 72 other local businesses from accommodation operators such as Sheraton Noosa Resort and Spa, RACV Noosa Resort and Noosa Blue Resort to smaller accommodation operators such as Noosa River Retreat and Yallambie Apartments. Bill and Andrea Stokje of Noosa River Retreat Resort said the Noosa Eco Check program was easy to navigate, comprehensive and informative. “The program gives Noosa locals an insight on how to maximise and encourage eco-friendly practices around the home and businesses, maintaining our pristine environment for now and into the future. This is another great idea from Tourism Noosa,” they said. Tourism Noosa also report several tour operators have also completed

the online program including Noosa Learn to Surf, Noosa Stand-up Paddle and Malu Os Eco Boat Hire Noosa. Malu Os owners Kirsty Patten and Linda Boyes, whose business features in the Noosa Eco Check program as a case study, said completing the program helped them to learn different ways local business can reduce their impact on the environment. “This is a great initiative by Tourism Noosa to get businesses to not only decrease their environmental footprint but to save some money too,” they said. The Noosa Eco Check program is also for local business operators with companies such as Options Eyecare, Sunshine Coast Brochure Display and Versatile Resourcing already completing the program. At the time of launching the initiative, Councillor Wilkie said the key to a healthy economy was a healthy environment. “What I love about the Noosa Eco Check program is it makes the link between the environment and the economy,” he said. “Most of us here appreciate that Noosa’s waterways, forests, parks and beautiful hinterland not only makes this an attractive place to lives but is key to making it a very successful tourist destination.”

The Noosa Eco Check program was launched in July and since then 72 local business operators have completed the online course. At the launch were Tourism Noosa's Juanita Bloomfield, Cr Frank Wilkie, Terri Irwin, Member for Noosa Glen Elmes and Tourism Noosa CEO Damien Massingham.

Terri Irwin, who launched the program, said the Noosa Eco Check program gives everyone in Noosa the chance to make a difference. “Something that can be really overwhelming can be to look at the problems we have today and think what can I do to make a change ... but as an individual or an individual business every single thing you do is affecting positive change,” she said. “If everyone does something, we’re going to be fine. If you throw up your hands and do nothing, you’re in trouble.” Terri said environmentally friendly buildings, putting you waste in the right bin, investing in solar power, and keeping Noosa clean, are all little things everyone can do to keep Noosa at the forefront for tourism and visitation.

Terri Irwin and Tourism Noosa CEO Damien Massingham discuss the environmental impacts of local business. The Noosa Eco Check program is free to Welcome to Noosa program participants and takes about one and a half hours to complete.

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Honoured for their access effort LOCAL Noosa businesses and charities have been honoured at the 2015 Inclusive Community Champions award ceremony held at the Noosa Regional Gallery last Thursday (17 September). Councillor Tony Wellington hosted the ceremony that honoured those in the community who had gone above and beyond to make their community accessible to everyone. The awards are an initiative of Spinal Injuries Australia, who have advocated for equality since 1960. The Noosa winners included Noosa Clinic for excellence in accessibility, Noosa Shire Council for their book Noosa Design Principles, which was honoured with the award for excellence in innovation, plus

Sunshine Butterflies who won the excellence in education and awareness raising award. Noosa Library Service was also honoured on the day with an award for outstanding public facilities and programs, while Caltex Star Mart Tewantin was awarded for the excellence in accessible transport by offering to pump petrol for those who can’t. Spinal Injuries Australia general manager of community development John Mayo said the winners should be commended for their outstanding efforts. “We hope that by recognising and promoting their achievements, our winners will inspire others to think about accessibility,” he said. “For example, Leanne

Honk for service: Neil Larkim of Caltex Star Mart Tewantin (pictured with Cr Wellington) whose commitment to helping those who have difficulty or can't pump their own petrol has seen him honoured with the excellence in accessible transport award. Walsh founded Sunshine Butterflies in 2005 to improve the lives of people with disabilities and their families, with services including support groups, recreational activities and respite.”

Mr Mayo said Leanne and her husband Damien had a son with cerebral palsy and knew first-hand the challenges an individual and their families could face every day.

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“The NDIS will give people with a disability more freedom and choice about their individual needs and what they want to achieve in their lives,” he said.

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$21,000 is a fair old effort STUDENTS, parents and staff all celebrated the Tewantin State School Spring Fair last Wednesday, with celebrations and fund-raising the order of the day. Each year, every class organises an activity, merchandise or food fare of their own; all made possible by the generous donation of time and/or resources from the staff, students, parents, community groups and local businesses. The students took to the challenge sourcing donations, selling raffle tickets, designing advertising posters and even helping to run their own stalls on the day. More than $21,000 was raised at the fair, thanks to the support of the local community and businesses including long-time supporters Bendigo Bank who were on hand to help celebrate the Spring Fair. All funds raised at the fair will go directly to the school to buy valuable resources for the students. Tewantin State School principal Corrie Connors said apart from all the excitement, seeing the students take ownership of the event and experience first-hand the value of community partnerships and what can be achieved through donating and volunteering is what drives the events’ success. “Just seeing everyone work together and have fun doing it makes it all worthwhile,” Corrie said. “It’s without doubt our most highly- anticipated fund-raising event of the year, and a joy to witness the kids' excitement and exuberance being unleashed over that hectic morning. We all love the Spring Fair and want to thank everyone for playing their part in making the day such a success.”

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Fresh art floats our boat FLOATING Land Festival is one of the region’s truly unique celebrations of art, the environment and the connection of both with the local community. Now in its eighth year, the Floating Land Festival celebrates the theme of reflect and re-imagine with a collection of artworks from artists that seem to float on glasslike water. The works are spread along the Boreen Point and Tewantin foreshores and offer the community the chance to wander along the waterline and enjoy the impressive ‘floating’ artworks. The 2015 program includes commissioned artworks placed in the environment to reflect and reimagine Floating Land, plus a retrospective exhibition at the Noosa Regional Gallery highlighting works from previous Floating Land events and the artists-inschools program. The coming long weekend is the perfect opportunity to visit the

Boreen Point foreshore exhibition, while the Floating Land Forum at The J is a chance to explore art in the environment and discuss ‘where to next’ for the popular festival. The forum at The J will be held on Saturday 17 October from 9am to 5.30pm and will include speakers from around the country such as renowned projection artist Craig Walsh, CEO of Climarte Guy Abrahams, co-founder of Swell Sculpture Festival Natasha Edwards and founder of Floating Land Kevin Wilson. There will also be collaborative art-making with Corrie Wright and Tamara Kirby and Slideslam, 10 short presentations. The full program extends across two locations at Tewantin foreshore and Boreen Point, culminating in an art festival at Boreen Point over the October long weekend, 2-5 October. To find out more visit www. noosa.qld.gov.au/floating-land.

The Noosa Regional Art Gallery is currently exhibiting works from previous Floating Land events and the artists-in-schools program. Pictured is the newest room at the Gallery that is a great place to sit and relax while enjoying images of Floating Land’s gone by. The Floating Land 2015: Reflect and Re-imagine exhibition will run until 18 October and offers the public the chance to pause and reconnect with the grassroots beginnings of the event. The Regional Gallery is located behind Council Chamber at 9 Pelican Street, Tewantin, and is open Tuesday to Friday from 10am to 4pm and Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 3pm.

Artist Lisa Brummel hosted a series of hands-on community arts workshops at the Eumundi Markets last week to help create the Do Not Disturb installation as part of the Floating Land Festival. “The birds represent the migratory birds that call this area home and the plight they face if continually disturbed while here,” Lisa said. “This eco art project was a great fit for the green community that is Eumundi – and a great way for locals and visitors alike to get involved.”

The Floating Land foreshore guide to help you find all the amazing art installations. Mark Glenn Harmony’s Fires Once Burning is one the many artworks installed along the Boreen Point foreshore as part of the 2015 Floating Land festival. Anyone is welcome to stroll along the foreshore and enjoy the artworks created by local artists. Harmony, who lives in Boreen Point, is an author and artist who works with wood and paint, and has created this piece as a symbolic artwork to reflect both the Indigenous camp fires that once burned around Lake Cootharabra and the Eternal Flame of the Lake. “This is a place of abundance and healing and I wanted to reflect that,” he said.

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Water planning on the way for next three decades SEQWATER is inviting the Noosa community to help plan south east Queensland’s water future, with a 30-year plan to meet the region’s future water supply needs in the process of being developed. In a statement to the media, Seqwater said they were undertaking a 12-month community consultation program, 'Water for life - South East Queensland’s water future 20152045', as part of the development of the SEQ Water Security Program. Neighbourhood meetings are being held across the region from next week, which follow four community forums that were held in Brisbane, Boonah, the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast. An online website portal will also allow the community to provide feedback and ideas. noosa.starcommunity.com.au

Seqwater Chief Executive Officer Peter Dennis encouraged residents to share their views on what factors impacted their daily water use. “We will be in your neighbourhood next week so I urge you to come and have a chat with us to learn more about how you can become involved,” Mr Dennis said. “Make sure you have a look at our first water security program, which is now online. This is the starting point for planning future water security in our region. “It details Seqwater’s overall approach to how we manage our water infrastructure and also identifies the issues we need to take into account as we develop the region’s long-term plan, including future demand, climate variability and emerging technologies.”

Mr Dennis said Seqwater would be asking local residents for their thoughts and ideas on the value they placed on water, how we assessed different water futures, and options for managing demand, increasing supply and managing the water grid to meet water needs in the future. Mr Dennis said Seqwater’s initial assessment had shown that apart from a severe drought or a sharp increase in demand, no new water supply infrastructure would be required until beyond 2030. “This means that a decision on future water supply options is not required for at least 10 years. So the good news is that, together, we have time to choose the right water supply future for our region,” he said. “Over the next 12 months we will be en-

gaging with the community and including their feedback in the next version of the plan, to be completed in early 2017. Together we will build a plan that’s right for our growing region.” The Noosa neighbourhood meeting will be held on Thursday 1 October from 4pm to 7pm at The J, 60 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads. To register your interest to be involved, visit www.yourseqwater.com.au. South East Queenslanders can also view Version 1 of the Water Security Program and the accompanying Water for Life consultation booklet on the yourseqwater website. For more information about Seqwater and its services, visit www.seqwater.com.au.

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Four Wheel drive crews at Teewha Beach.

Bogged down in training By ANDREW BELL WHEN travelling beyond the areas normal vehicles can access, the terrain can be both threatening and dangerous to the unwary. Ensuring safe arrival is a priority but more so when transporting six fire-fighters, 3500 litres of water and a load of ancillary equipment to fight a bushfire in the back blocks of the hinterland or along the very edge of the Sunshine Coast. It is with this thought in mind that nominated truck drivers from the Doonan Brigade along with vehicles and drivers from Black Mountain, Eumundi, Kenilworth, Yandina, North Arm, Belli, Bli Bli, Teewah, and Glass House Mountains Brigades attend a one-day four-wheel drive workshop on the Noosa North Shore. On the beach, tracks and outskirts of Teewah village the crews were instructed in the skills to get the vehicles safely through a variety of environments and situations to fight remote fires. It was especially relevant for the Teewha Brigade because Teewah Village is only accessible by a 10 kilometre drive along the beach up from Noosa North Shore or a 50km drive down the beach from Rainbow Beach. In any bushfire situation, support crews may well have to reach Teewah on this long sandy access route which is designated a main road and is subject to the same road rules as any other in the district.

Crews conduct recovery training. The training was about preparing crews to be able to drive in sandy conditions and to be able to recover vehicles safely if they become bogged. This is essential for most brigades along the Sunshine Coast because crews regularly attend bushfires along the beach dunes and can be deployed as strike teams to any of the

sand islands in the south-east of the state. Members covered a number topics including concentration and attitude, risk taking behaviour, fatigue awareness and time management, effects of speed and vehicle loading. Drivers were given the ability to identify and avoid hazards on offroad situations, to understand the

effects of fatigue when driving over rough terrain, to understand correct tyre pressures and when to alter them, and safely operate the recovery equipment that each vehicles carries. The recovery training included both self and combined rescues. The course was very hands-on and central to its success was the practical application of off-road

driving techniques, including hi-low range gear operation over a variety of terrain, including sandy / boggy roads and water crossings. The brigade thanked Ken Stockton from Area Office and Clay Stjernqvist 1st Officer of Teewah RFB, who conducted the awareness training, for their time and effort.

History makers’ huge efforts in glittering careers WHILE former Queen of the Pool Hayley Lewis came and went at last month’s Sport Federation Breakfast, she did exactly what she did during her glittering racing career, she left her mark. Hayley burst on to the world stage as a 15-year-old winning five gold medals at the 1990 Commonwealth Games in New Zealand. It was always her dream to emulate her hero Tracey Wickham and win the 400 metres freestyle at Games level. The charming mother of two achieved that and much, much more during a career that saw her represent at three Olympics, two World Championships and two Commonwealth Games and to only finish when she

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was denied a chance to race in the then new five-kilometre Open water race for the 2004 Athens Olympics. Faced with weight problems and discontent, she was unknowingly put forward by her manager as the host of the reality Channel 10 show World’s Greatest Loser and, as they say, the rest is history. Hayley made two very strong points to the captivated audience, one of which was she would never have taken up swimming if it wasn’t for Tracey Wickham. She was mesmerised by the pint

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sized Wickham who, from 1973, took on and beat all comers, her 800 world record standing for more than 30 years. Secondly, she hinted how in her day that most swimmers just swum whereas today most go to continue their education at Tafe or uni. Coast Uni boss Professor Greg Hill had a smile from ear to ear, and why wouldn’t he. I truly believe other than the climate and beaches, the university is becoming the Coast’s best asset. Today the uni’s catchment area has grown from north Brisbane to just recently opening a campus at Hervey Bay. Moving on, I have been privileged to witness first hand some

great sporting moments during my career, Ben Johnson winning the 100 in Seoul in 1988, Arthur Beetson leading Queensland to victory in the first Origin, meeting Muhammad Ali, watching Trevor Hendy with a broken toe come from behind to claim another World Ironman crown, and walking the final 18 holes watching Greg Norman claim his first British Open in 1986. But my two favourites are accompanying Caboolture baker Ron Grant’s run across the Simpson Desert in 1985 and sitting and watching in amazement at Russian Vladimir Salnikov breaking the 15 minute barrier for the 1500 metres. For Grant, there was no big payday, just the acknowledgement of getting his name in the Guinness

Book of Records. At least when he ran into Brisbane the year earlier from his around Australia trek, he finished in front of a huge crowd. On that blisteringly hot January day I sat on the deck of the Birdsville Pub alone, watching as only four people gathered on the finish line. Ron didn’t care, he was happy to achieve what he set out to do. Salnikov’s performance was different, like Roger Bannister in 1954, the Russian was the first to do something no-one else had. Noosa’s connections John Konrads’s and Andrew ‘Boy’ Charlton’s family know exactly what I am talking about. Until next time. noosa.starcommunity.com.au

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A Lion through and through Between the Ron Lane’s

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AS MY gaze moves slowly across the citations lying on the dining room table, one in particular caught my attention. Mounted neatly in a black frame the inscription at the top in big bold letters said it all; The International Association of Lions Life Membership, awarded to Gary Dun in 2012 and it was signed by the then International President of Lions, Wing-Kun Tam. “I suppose you could say that I am very proud of that one,” said the recipient with a smile. “You probably couldn’t get much higher.” For Gary, his career in the Lions started way back in 1991 and now some twenty-five years later he is still as keen as ever to fulfill his obligations. To say that Gary is a dead-set local would be putting it mildly for his grandfather George Hophy had the last bullock train in Tewantin. “You can’t get more local than that,” he said. Born in a Nambour Hospital, Gary has lived his entire life in Tewantin. Regarding his education he followed in the footsteps of his grandmother and father, by attending, along with his two sisters, the local Tewantin State School. The school, which is situated across the road from Gary's family home in Poinciana Avenue, had a student enrolment of some 300 pupils. “This large number was because there was no other school in the district. On reaching Grade 8 we went to school in Cooroy. To get there we travelled via the local bus service which operated twice a day, their times being co-ordinated with our school hours.” On leaving high school at 15, Gary went to work at W.J.Ross and Son Slaughter Yards and Butcher Shop in Cooroy where he stayed for the next five years. After this he worked in Gympie for a short time and on returning to Tewantin obtained a job working for Keith Muir, who at that time had butcher shops in both Cooroy and Pomona. “My next job was in Tewantin, where I worked for a bloke named Bob Stewart who had just bought a butcher shop owned by Ross. Then in 1984 I took the big step, joined Coles and now 31 years later I am still there. They are very good people to work for so as you can understand I am very happy the way things have worked out for me and my family. At Coles I work in the meat department so I have continued my profession.” In 1991, Gary made a move that, apart from his family commitments, was to become the major part of his life. He joined Lions. The Lions venture came about as a result of Gary working in with Coles to help an organisation known as Care 4 Kids. "I approached a bloke I knew was in Lions. His name was Cyril Milliner and I asked if they could help. He said yes provided I joined Lions after my project was finished; that’s how it started.”

On joining Lions he quickly settled into the system and found that he enjoyed the life and with it the chance to make new friends. “I put my hand up to help working in the Lions food van and once again found it was very rewarding. Working for the local community and helping people is something that gives me a buzz. One aspect that I find very rewarding is getting the van all set up and working the school fetes, because deep down we know we are helping the kids, and this is great.” Down through the years, there have been many schools that have received the continued and outstanding support of the Lions Van and workers. To name a few that have benefited there is St Andrew's, Good Shepherd, Noosa Christian College, Eumundi and Tewantin state schools. Add to these the sporting fraternity – The Noosa Tri, Junior Rugby League Cooroy, Pirates Rugby League Tewantin, Lake McDonald Festival of Water and the Noosa Festival of Surfing. Committee organiser for Cooroy Rugby League Jodie Crawford said of Gary: “His work over the last five years to help our kids goes beyond anything I have ever experienced. Nothing is too hard. He is always there.” Asked if there is one event that really gave him a buzz he replied: “The Noosa Festival of Surfing would have to be one of my favourites. We meet people from all over the world and the young kids are a joy to meet. All friendly, happy and well behaved. “It is now 17 years since our first meeting with organisers. The late Lion Chaz Brazier and I met with Phil and Jackie Jarratt, Sam and Clinton Smith, and John Brasen to see exactly what could be done to include our mobile food van in the set up at Main Beach. We all got on great and when the kinks were ironed out we went from strength to strength. All these years, and I have no regrets at all. It’s been a great success.” “From our side we first started with the Long Board Classic in ’92 then in ’98 it became the Surf Festival; more crowd pleasing,” said Phil Jarratt. “I had a break for some time and lived in France. While there, we saw the famous Biarrity Festival of Surf and picked up some ideas. On returning home we contributed some of these hoping it would add to the fun.Through all this the Lions Van has been a major plus, so much so that in 2007 when other people wanted to move in we said no; we stuck with Gary and the Lions team.” Despite a very heavy schedule Gary has, on two occasions, somehow found the time to also fulfil his obligations as club treasurer and president. ‘ “I have always had total support and assistance of my partner Linda and my daughter Diane and also my employer Coles. They have made things so much easier.” Proudly we can say that with seven citations for outstanding commitment to the community of Tewantin /Noosa, Gary Dun of Noosa Lions is definitely one of Our People.

Gary at work in the Lions Van. 10 NOOSA TODAY | Thursday, 24 September, 2015

For Gary, his career in the Lions started way back in 1991 and now some twenty-five years later he is still as keen as ever to fulfil his obligations.

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Golf club smiles on children THE annual Smile for a Child, Piercy Combined Clubs Charity Golf Day has raised just on $25,000 for local charities - with more to come when raffles are finalised. “We hope to take that total to $30,000 by Christmas,” organiser Glenn Puckeridge said. “That will take the total raised for local children by the event to $300,000 over the past nine years.” This year’s golf day, which was held at Noosa Golf Club on Friday 18 September, attracted a full field of 144 golfers in 36 teams. Plans are already underway for next year's event.

Noosa Yacht and Rowing Club team of Karl Hoffman, Greg Smith, Matt Black and Jan Kelly.

Concure team of Pete Dixon, Rod Vaughan, Greg Munzo and Dave Mason.

The Sunshine Beach SLSC team of Mick O'Connor, Cameron Urquhart and Karl Shaw.

The Noosa Golf Club team of captain Geoff Smith, treasurer Gayna Ryan, president Arlene Penlington and committee member Bob Upham.

Les Spratt Builders team of Brian Sullivan, Bryce Smith, Ron Rutherham and Les Spratt.

Students learn lots from robots

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You are invited to our upcoming travel information nights They are free and fun, drinks and nibbles are provided! Special exclusive travel offers will be available on the nights. All information sessions are held in our office, Tewantin Travel, in the arcade opposite the Royal Mail at 5.30pm until approx. 6.30pm Cooroy State School robotics program on display . opportunity to show what they’ve learned and celebrate the program in front of friends, family and the Bendigo Bank representatives who have made this program possible.” The program began in 2009 and sees groups of students working collaboratively on programming basic commands for P-3 (the Bee-Bots and We-Do’s), right through to challenging science or maths-based problems with open-ended solutions for Year 6 and 7 students. Many of the robots are then able to be programmed to carry out specific commands. As one of the only pro-

grams of its kind on the Sunshine Coast, Cooroy State School knows the school is onto a good thing. “During our Showcase Week this week, it’s great to see the students present what they have come to value so greatly,” Mrs Lafferty said. “They’re all so excited and, as a school, we were privileged to be able to deliver the robotics program right here in Cooroy. It’s a great initiative that sets us apart.” Anyone who wants to know more about the robotics program can do so by calling Cooroy State School on 5472 2100 once the kids return from holidays on 6 October.

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COOROY State School students continue to go hightech and last week they found a great way to promote their highly anticipated Showcase Week at Cooroy Memorial Hall. For the past six years, the Cooroy Community Bank branch of Bendigo Bank has provided thousands of Cooroy State School students with the opportunity to develop their technology skills by building their own robot through the school’s Lego Education Robotics Program. Cooroy State School’s Melissa Lafferty was joined by Cooroy Community Bank branch manager Geoff Edwards at a presentation in the hall on Thursday 17 September as they watched the kids put the robots through their paces. Melissa said the number of posters on show only strengthened the value the students place on the program provided by the bank. “Our robotics program is an ideal way to captivate young minds and stimulate critical thinking,” she said. “It teaches a wide range of skills such as problem solving as well as encouraging team work and co-operation. “Students learn not only how to use technology but also how to create it. “During Showcase Week the students will get the

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COMMUNITYNOTICES NPA FRIDAY FORUM

Getting their hands dirty

COME along to Noosa Parks Association Environment Centre, 5 Wallace Drive Noosaville on September 25 to learn how to reduce your impact on native wildlife. Spring is upon us and this week at Friday Environment Forum, one of veterinary team from the wildlife hospital at RSPCA Qld in Brisbane will be the guest speaker. Coffee and chat from 10am before the forum starts at 10.30am with discussion on conservation issues followed by the guest speaker. The session which concludes at 12.15pm, allows time for all your wildlife questions to be answered. To learn more about local birdlife join in interpretive birding at Wallace Park with Valda starting at 8.30am at the environment centre car park. Everyone is welcome. For more information visit www. noosaparks.org.au and like the organisation on Facebook to get the latest news.

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SOUND HEALING MEDITATION GROUP THE sound healing meditation group meets every Tuesday from 1-2pm at 80 Coolah Place, Cooroibah. All are welcome and it’s suitable for anyone who needs to enjoyably and effortlessly de-stress. A small donation is appreciated. For more information, phone Suzy on 0427 759 099.

CALLING FOR MEMBERS THE Noosa Community Biosphere Association is a recently incorporated association and serves as a community voice for Noosa’s residents. NCBA is Noosa’s only community association that advocates improving social and cultural prosperity through a smart and sensible economy thereby creating the ability to continuously protect our natural environment. The NCBA believes we need an inclusive approach to maintaining our well-being within our environment. Noosa has many challenges facing it - one of the highest unemployment in Southeast Queensland, an aging population, scarcity of affordable housing and weed infestation in many public and private areas to name a few. Challenges create opportunities for solutions, and the NCBA also looks to collaborate as an advocacy group with other community associations to achieve positive outcomes. Our motto is 'living in our Biosphere’ and is about 'Our People, Our Places, Our Future’. We are scheduling our first general meeting in early October. So, if you are new to Noosa, a longstanding local or just love Noosa and would like to make a difference, become an NCBA member today. It’s free! Go to www.NoosaCBA.org. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/NoosaCommunityBiosphereAssociation.

MANTRAS, MUSIC AND MEDITATION ENJOY 2.5 hours of peace and harmony every Saturday from 3-5.30pm at United Synergies, 12-14 Ernest Street, Tewantin. Live kirtan and chanting with musical instruments. Refreshments provided and children are welcome. There is no charge.

COOROY CWA CENT SALE COOROY CWA is holding a Cent Sale Saturday 10 October. Doors open 12 noon, starting 1.30pm. CWA Hall, Cooroy. Free admission and a delicious afternoon tea will be served. Great prizes to be won. Everyone is welcome. For all inquiries please phone Wendy on 5447 6140.

COOROY HEALING GROUP WANT to improve your health and well-being? Come along to Lotus Inner Light Healing Group where we have a range of qualified healing professionals to help you eg: reiki, massage and psychic readers. Every Monday at Cooroy CWA Hall (next to RSL) with guided group meditation from 9.30am, then 10am-1.30pm individual healing treatments. $20 donation per treatment to cover costs of hall and food provided. Phone Jenny 5442 8246 for more information.

REIKI CLASS FAYE Wenke, one of Australia’s most experienced Reiki teachers is holding a Free Introduction to Reiki evening at Sunrise Beach at 7.15pm on Friday 25 September. Come along and meet Faye, learn what Reiki Jin Kei Do is and receive a free short treatment to experience it for yourself. Faye will also hold a 1st Stage Reiki Weekend Course on 26 and 27 September. For the address and enquiries Ph/SMS Faye on 0412778205 www.lifeunlimitedseminars.com.au.

ATTENTION CLASSICAL MUSIC LOVERS IF you like composers such as Beethoven, Mozart, Bach or Rachmaninov, or if you are into Concertos or Chamber Music, or sometimes a little bit of Opera, then you should come and

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The students loved getting dirty working with clay when Raw Art visited Sunshine Beach State School last week.

listen to our Classical Music Appreciation Group. For more than 15 years we have been getting together every Thursday from 9.30am to 11.30am in a beautiful private setting in Noosa Waters. One of the group presents his/ her favourite CDs or DVDs, with a half-hour morning tea and chat. $2 donation welcomed. Interested? Call Lyn on 5449 0537 for more details.

FUNDRAISING GARAGE SALE A fund-raising garage sale will be held on Saturday 26 September on behalf of Cooroy-Noosa Family and Local History Group at 84 Werin St, Tewantin from 6.30am to 1pm. On sale will be household goods and plants, there will also be a “Men’s Shed“ corner. Come early. You never know what treasures you will find.

SUNDAY SOCIAL DANCE CLASS THIS is a great way to meet happy people; get someexercise, both physical and mental; have a laugh and some lovely afternoon tea. Classes are every Sunday at the Masonic Hall in Moorindal St, starting with easy steps at 1pm and moving to intermediate/advanced before finishing at 5pm. Come and join us. All are welcome with or without partners. Lessons also at Pomona and Woombye. Looking forward to seeing you, Andrew and crew. Phone 0429 829 328 for more information.

FRIENDS OF NOOSAVILLE LIBRARY FRIENDS of Noosaville Library invite you to join them for Morning Tea in the library on Thursday, 1 October at 10am. This will be followed at 10.30am by a meeting to talk about the Friends activities for those interested in staying. Phone 0406 619 931 for more information.

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AT SUNSHINE Beach Primary school we had some very special visitors last week when the team from Raw Art visited the school for three days. They are a wonderful team of professional artists who travel around primary schools in Queensland and New South Wales and who have been coming to our school for many years. The team of artists run creative and fun workshops for children. They introduce them to a wide variety of experiences, for example clay, weaving, sculpture and printing, to name a few. The children in our school

from Prep to Year 6 are all involved. Each year they do a different activity so that they learn a wide variety of skills and techniques over the years. During the one and a half hour session, the children are taken through a process to develop new techniques which are very much their own creation. They are encouraged to problem solve at every step of the process and to take the basic knowledge provided and individualise their art piece. As a result, no two end products are the same and each child takes away not only a unique piece but also a sense of pride at their artistic achievement. The classroom teacher can

demonstrating and generously sharing their knowledge with visitors to the Gallery. For further information please call Tricia Bradford 0411 244 304.

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS CANCER Council Queensland is searching for enthusiastic locals to be part of their new Cancer Council Shop on the Sunshine Coast. With a big heart and a bit of spare time, you can make a difference in the lives of Queenslanders affected by cancer. To find out more about CCQ’s exciting retail volunteering opportunities phone the Volunteer and Community Engagement Team on 1300 851 957.

FOR OUR DAILY BREAD FOR Our Daily Bread, a local registered charity staffed entirely by volunteers, is pleased to announce the opening of their Noosaville store and warehouse at 5/40 Rene Street. Volunteers and donations are greatly appreciated. Come and join our caring family! For more information phone Peter Robinson on 5448 8991 or 5455 5174.

ROTARY CLUB OF COOROY DR Bruce Wells, author of Happiness Anytime Anywhere says: “To connect more fully to our communities and to enjoy more fulfilling relationships we need to make the time for regular face-to-face contact where we habitually help others, practice spreading good stories, listen without judgement, and demonstrate compassion to our fellow man. A good way to do this is to regularly donate time to charity organisations and community clubs.” Join us at the Rotary Club of Cooroy to see if this works for you. Monday 6pm CWA Hall, Maple Street, Cooroy. Phone Linda 0403 172 534 or Andrew 0421 407 097. THE Tewantin Noosa Branch of the Australian Red Cross will hold their annual Spring Fashion Parade on Friday 16 October at the Forum, Laguna Retirement Estate, Noosaville, at 10am for a 10.30am start. Fashions provided by Distinctions Boutique, Tewantin, with a glass of bubbly or juice on arrival. Refreshments after parade. Cost is $25 per person. For more information contact Jan on 5474 0636.

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SPECIAL MORNING TEA HOLLY Simpson is a Noosa Arts and Crafts icon who has taught at Wallace House for many years. She has now retired and her friends and students are invited to attend a morning tea in her honour at the Butter Factory on Saturday 26 September at 11am. Holly currently has a retrospective exhibition at the Pop Up Gallery. Other activities still to come this month are Children’s Art on 19 September and a demonstration of the art of printing by Victoria Atkins on Saturday 26 September at 1pm. And there is also a very interesting school students’ exhibition. Artists on rostered duty are frequently

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Mega garage sale There will be a mega garage sale on Saturday 26 September at 84 Werin Street, Cooroy, from 6.30am with everything from the kitchen sink to teddy bears. The garage sale is the biggest fundraiser for the Cooroy Noosa Family History Group and all funds will go towards the construction of their new heritage centre building in Cooroy. There will be a huge range of books, furniture, tools, fishing gear, plants for the garden and so much more.

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BE the change you want to see. Stimulate your mind and spirit in a thought-provoking discussion group tackling life’s deeper issues and the human condition. Meet warm, welcoming locals seeking greater self-awareness and authentic connection. Listen, learn, laugh and share in a cool, quiet, relaxing setting over coffee and cake. Every Tuesday, 1pm to 2.30pm. Cost $5. For Noosaville location, email yvette@innerseachange.com or phone 0417 718683. OUR friend Neville Nielson is visiting us again at Christian Fellowship of Noosa on Sunday the 27 September to speak on our being “Saved for a Purpose”. We welcome you to join with us in the CWA Hall, next to the Tewantin Post Office, at 9.30am. We are there every Sunday. Our website is always available on www.christianfellowshipnoosa.com and Tony is always available for a chat on 5474 0620.

take a step back and observe the looks of concentration, sometimes frustration but more importantly such joy as each child works through the whole process, listening to the artist’s guidance, trialling things which sometimes work and sometimes don’t. “The children are all engaged and enthralled,” one teacher commented with delight. But what do the children think? Here are just a few of their comments. Lilly said: "It was fun!” while Kodi thought that it was hard but still fun. Some other children thought it was creative, different and others said that they enjoyed working with clay and getting dirty!

WANT to improve your health and well-being? Come along to Lotus Inner Light Healing Group where we have a range of qualified healing professionals to help you eg: reiki, massage and psychic readers. Every Monday at Cooroy CWA Hall (next to RSL) 9.30am Guided Group Meditation, then 10am-1.30pm individual healing treatments. $20 donation per treatment to cover costs of hall and food provided. Phone Jenny 5442 8246 for more information.

GUIDED MEDITATION NOOSA Tewantin guided meditation with Ruth Eedy (international teacher) meets ongoing Wednesday at 9.30am in Tewantin. $5 donation. Phone or text 0467 250 757.

TEWANTIN NOOSA RSL WOMEN’S AUXILLARY THE next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa RSL Women’s Auxillary will be held on Friday 2 October at The Tewantin RSL at 10am. All members and friends welcome. Phone Kay on 5447 5042 for more information.

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Ready to rumble! THE long-running, friendly feud between businesses on the east and west side of the Cooroy train tracks will again be officially waged in the East Versus West Tug of War at Christmas in Cooroy. Event manager Danielle Taylor said the East versus West Tug of War had been a popular part of Christmas in Cooroy for several years now. “Hinterland Dental have come on board as the sponsor this year so we know it will be smiles all around when the teams go head to head in battle this year,” she said. “The challenge is always quickly taken up by enthusiastic traders on both sides of the tracks to see who has the most pulling power. East Side have taken it out three years in a row so it’s time for the West Side to put together a super team to take them out!” The tug of war is always a great spectacle and lots of fun to watch and will this year be held at Apex Park on Saturday 5 December. Anyone interested in joining a team can contact the Christmas in Cooroy organisers via email on advertising@cooroy.com.au. For all the information about Christmas in Cooroy visit www.christmasincooroy.com.au. noosa.starcommunity.com.au

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TORQUETODAY

Lowndes will race in for Autobarn AUTOBARN will open their new store this weekend with V8 Supercar champion Craig Lowndes making a special appearance on Saturday 26 September from 11am to 12.30pm to sign autographs and of course, take selfies with fans. Lowndesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; career highlights include three-time V8 Supercar champion in 1996, 1998 and 1999, plus being awarded the Medal of the Order of Austra-

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LETTERS

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

Cigarette Butts LAST week (17 September) Noosa Today published an article about locals who are sick of collecting cigarette butts from the garden beds at Noosa Main Beach. The locals have called on council to provide more bins for cigarette butts and we asked our readers what they thought of the issue. Council was again approached for comment on the issue, but no reply was received prior to going to print. As a quick response to the brave souls that picked up all the cigarette butts on Noosa Main beach I send my utmost thanks, and so do the fish! But why should you pick up other people’s rubbish? I am sure smokers do not see dropping a butt as littering, and ones tossed out of a car are just plain irresponsible. I now truly hate any beach where you start playing sand castles with the kids, and dig up several discarded butts, it is just gross. However, I am not surprised by the response our council has made. Andrew Bell, Doonan.

Just stop it STOP smoking on the beach. It belongs to everyone, not just smokers. Clean up after yourselves. Rob Boardman, Facebook.

More bins OF COURSE you need more bins. I am a smoker but can never find a bin so I put them in my pocket. Judith Copely, Facebook.

only documents of controls and limitations, in other words what one can’t do rather than what one can do. I hope the council elections in March 2016 brings forward councillors that are focused on Noosa’s socio-economic problems. Jeff Nuske, Noosa Heads.

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Until next time? I NOTE in his column (Noosa Today, 17 September) that Mr Pike has apologised for his drink driving history and has said that he “will do my best to never let it happen again - until next time.“ Crikey. Perhaps he can issue a warning as to when and where that next time may be so that we can plan advance evasive action? Kevin Moote, Noosa Heads.

Dolphins and lizards and cuddly koalas - these are a few of our favourite things!

Too dark to see ON 21 September at about 9.35pm on the main road towards Noosa Junction exiting from sunshine Beach School, I was driving at 40km/h (luckily I was) and it was very dark. There were two teenagers on a skateboard, skateboarding in the middle of the road (leading towards the junction where Coles petrol station is) in pitch darkness. If I was driving the allowed speed limit, these two teenagers could have been a wasted statistic. Parents need to be vigilant as to where their kids are and to educate them not to skateboard on the middle of a road. Especially a busy one! This is very worrisome for our youth to take safety so frivolously. Janice Ward, Noosa.

The real jury Real issues THE current and future issues in Noosa of youth unemployment, lack of strong jobs, unaffordable housing, strong business economy, will only be overcome with a council that recognises the town plan has included an economic component. Currently the town plan is

Phone: 5455 6946 info@noosatoday.com.au Street/Postal address 36 Mary Street, Noosaville, QLD 4566 Editorial Jolene Ogle newsdesk@noosatoday.com.au Advertising Tracey Combes Jess Divito Sharon Latham Karen Tatters sales@noosatoday.com.au Classified Advertising Phone: 5455 6946 Email: classifieds@noosatoday.com.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, Peregian Springs, Weyba Downs, Verrierdale, Lake Cooroibah, Doonan, Eumundi, Cooroy Mountains, Cooroy, Noosaville, Tewantin, Tinbeerwah, Lake Macdonald, Pomona PROUDLY AUSTRALIAN OWNED & INDEPENDENT

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BOB Jarvis (Noosa Today, 17 September) has been selective in his summary of our recent conversation about council’s community jury process. As a council manager I was not a member of the jury in its deliberations on organic waste management options, but to say I was not allowed to speak to them or provide advice is simply not correct. I was provided with the opportunity to present to the jury, in detail, on the topic. I also welcomed the opportunity to answer any questions the jurors had, and deliver a further presentation covering any areas of organic waste management, and council’s current practices, where I felt the jury may benefit from further explanation. As well, I authored the 50-page background document the jury members each received. I appreciate that Mr Jarvis has strong views on council’s use of a community jury but his letter takes my comments out of context. Wayne Schafer, Waste and Environmental Health Manager, Noosa Council.

Net cast wide THANKYOU for the opportunity to make some comments (Survey Seeks Range of Views on Our Noosa 17 September). The local member (Glen Elmes) has cast his net wide with so many and varied questions being asked of the people of Noosa. There are a couple of key things that I would like to respond to. With regards to the Beckman Road Tewantin Bypass, this road should have been funded and built six years ago. There were plans drawn up to construct this road, as myself and fellow councillor June Colley were retiring in 2008. Although these plans were conceptual, there was an expectation the State Government was going to fund and construct this road. Noosa Council is now putting together more submissions to the State Government to in fact construct this road. It is a major priority and it must be constructed, as the whole area is starting to choke up with traffic. Secondly, with regards to the Noosa North Shore, for over 30 years Noosa Council has been trying to buy out the commercial fishers to ensure the sustainability of the fishery. We all know these days there is far more enjoyment and revenue in having an ocean full of fish than what’s been going on over there and continues to go on over there. As for cash for containers, I used to take the Coca-Cola bottles to the shop when I was a boy and get 5c for each bottle. This was good for me and very good for the environment. As for the boundary change, I certainly love the people of Eumundi, Verrierdale and Doonan who I’ve always felt are part of our community

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but that is up to them to vote on that particular matter and I can say little more on the subject. Councillor Frank Pardon, Noosa Council.

Little expereience IN REGARDS to the Noosa Civic, I do not expect the councillors to have much experience, but wonder how much the staff have about shopping centres? I speak as a past city architect and building surveyor and later in project management for Lend Lease. First in approving major extensions to centres then in construction of others

and in all cases these centres have flourished with diversification of outlets and full tenancies. They have not killed off the speciality shops like in the junction, which seems scared of a little competition. As for traffic problems, they cannot get worse than Hastings Street and the Junction. Junction will be even worse if the suggested convention centre is added to the many already in the shire. Should the current councillors continue to stop any such new ideas for producing employment in this shire, I hope they will be the ones to pay all costs for any appeal. Ian Lawson, Noosa. noosa.starcommunity.com.au

Noosaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Weekly Real Estate Guide

Valley of rest

24 September, 2015

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By name and nature NOO-JEE, when translated, means the valley of rest and there couldn’t be a more fitting name for this incredibly relaxing home nestled in the leafy avenues of the prestigious Little Cove.

tingle of sunburn and laughter with friends, has been cleverly combined with luxurious modern-day inclusions from limestone floor-to-ceiling tiles to custom-made light fittings and louvre windows throughout.

Designed by acclaimed architect Noel Robinson and built by master builder Ken Morrow, Noo-Jee is located in a trophy position in one of Little Cove’s first streets, where properties are tightly held, rarely coming on the market.

The appeal of living in Little Cove is evident when watching one of Noosa’s impressive sunsets from the spacious balcony, where you can hear the waves crashing on the shore and the native birds settling in for the night.

Noo-Jee offers the rare opportunity to buy into this enviable suburb where those lucky enough to live here enjoy a peaceful location, stunning views and unique coastal homes.

Inside, careful consideration has been given to the floor plan to create a home that is comfortable and functional, while still offering complete luxury and privacy.

Once a humble holiday cottage, the current owners of Noo-Jee undertook an impressive restoration of the traditional beachside home to capture the true essence of coastal living. The incredible feeling of days spent on the beach, the

Living is spread over two levels with the master suit occupying the entire upper-level. The spacious retreat features retracting windows that pull back to offer an open view of the stunning vista from Noosa Main Beach to Noosa North Shore, plus a walk-through robe with built-in storage, plus a deluxe ensuite with twin vanities,

oversized shower and stand-alone bath where louvres frame that fabulous view once more. Downstairs, a formal lounge room with charming open fireplace and stone feature wall greets you upon entry and sets the mood for a welcoming yet relaxing home. A family room and dining space is located next to the kitchen, where top of the range fittings include Miele appliances including oven, built-in microwave, integrated dishwasher, plus a five-burner gas cooktop set in a stainless steel workbench with matching splashback. Glass sliding doors from the kitchen and living space open onto a huge timber deck where the built-in barbecue and retractable blinds provide the perfect place for yearround entertaining, while a wet-edge pool offers somewhere to swim on warm Noosa days, plus the stunning Laguna Bay as a backdrop. Three more bedrooms are located on the entry-level, all feature built-in storage and two enjoy direct access to the pool area. This property also features extra built-in storage in the double carport, plus ducted air-conditioning throughout.

home essentials ADDRESS: ‘Noo-Jee’ 5 Allambi Rise, Noosa Heads PRICE: By tender VIEW: By appointment DESCRIPTION: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, pool AGENT: David Conolly for Century 21 Conolly Hay Group, 0438 259 956 18 NOOSA TODAY | Thursday, 24 September, 2015

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‘ALLURE ON MAHER’

SUNSHINE BEACH 17 MAHER TERRACE

Sophisticated & Chic

View By Appointment Price Offers over $3.5Million

This 700m2 masterpiece was constructed with zero tolerance for imperfections. With quality fixtures and fittings throughout, no expense has been spared by the current owners during the design and building of their dream home. ɒ Uncompromised, unapologetic, high end indulgence dominated by mandatory privacy. ɒ A five minute leisurely stroll to the beach or the eclectic array of cafes and restaurants. ɒ Environmentally sensitive, surplus power producing solar plant – approx 10kw. ɒ Movement and door senses, surveillance camera & keyless entry. ɒ Optional 5 bedroom floor plan available.

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RECENTLY RENOVATED

NOOSA SPRINGS VILLA 221 ‘THE POINT’ North-East Facing & Nothing to Spend A secure 5 star lakefront location looking north east over the lake and golf course, 221 The Point highlights a relaxed yet opulent Noosa lifestyle. As new this luxurious open plan residence is ready to move straight in, with modern clean finishes and soft earthy tones. ɒ Quality porcelain tiled living areas. Generous European gourmet kitchen. ɒ Pet friendly with air-conditioning throughout. ɒ Spacious master with en-suite and dressing room. ɒ Sunny pool with manicured gardens, 24 hour security and gated entrance. ɒ World class 18 hole golf course, Club house, restaurant and health retreat.

View Saturday 10.00-10.30am Auction In-rooms from 5pm, Friday 2 October Sheraton Noosa Resort Jon Blonk 0412 806 252 Frank Milat 0438 528 148 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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ABSOLUTE NOOSA RIVERFRONT

NOOSA SOUND 33 WYUNA DRIVE

Position & Opportunity

View Friday, Saturday & Wednesday 12.00-12.30pm Auction In-rooms from 5pm, Friday 2 October Sheraton Noosa Resort

Overlooking the confluence of the two arms of the River and facing nor’-nor’-east, this family home has an expansive waterfront presence, a lovely sandy beach, a jetty and even a boathouse and ramp! The home was designed and built in 1989 making a true architectural statement. ɒ The sparkling water right out in front is visible from almost every room in the house. ɒ There is a pleasant lawn and garden and you can also trail your boat from river to street. ɒ There are two very large bedroom suites upstairs, as well as a full kitchen and terrace. ɒ Downstairs is the master suite, living and dining, kitchen and bar and another tiled terrace. ɒ There’s also an additional carport and the property is fully fenced to river and street.

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DESIGNER DUPLEX

LITTLE COVE 1 ‘CUVEE NOOSA’ 29 ALLAMBI RISE Serenity & Seclusion This duplex apartment is discreetly tucked away at the end of a private driveway and overlooks the natural foliage to Laguna Bay and beyond. It sits in an elevated position enjoying lovely views and cooling summer breezes. It is just a few minutes’ walk to Little Cove Beach. ɒ Private location with pretty views. ɒ Built over three levels, there is excellent separation of accommodation. ɒ Secure parking for 2 cars. ɒ Mid floor entry. Cellar. Private pool. ɒ Option for third bedroom on lower level.

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View Friday, Saturday & Wednesday 12.00-12.30pm Auction In-rooms from 5pm, Friday 2 October Sheraton Noosa Resort Peter Butt 0412 714 406 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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BALINESE HAVEN

TINBEERWAH ‘PALMYRA’ 261 DATH HENDERSON ROAD

Tropical & Tranquil

View By Appointment Price $2,500,000

On 25 acres, this executive retreat will be a haven you won’t want to leave. Designed for maximum comfort and relaxation, it will be a place for family and friends and can be purchased fully furnished. Walk-in / walk-out if desired. ɒ Balinese style house with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, with 20m heated wet edge pool. ɒ There’s also a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom caretaker’s home. ɒ Studio suitable for yoga school, artistic pursuits etc. ɒ This unbelievable property has many commercial possibilities subject to council approval. ɒ 20 minutes to Noosa Heads, 10 mins to Eumundi or Cooroy, 25 mins to the airport.

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NETANYA PENTHOUSE

NOOSA HEADS 414 ‘NETANYA’ 71 HASTINGS STREET Buckets & Spades The views from this top level absolute beachfront penthouse are absolutely stunning, being surpassed only by the vista from the exclusive roof terrace. There’s no better way to relax, in the spa, sipping a glass of your favourite champagne and enjoying life! ɒ North facing beachfront penthouse. ɒ Netanya is Noosa’s ’Jewel in the Crown’. ɒ Extensive beach & ocean views. ɒ High income & tax depreciation benefits.

View Monday 1.00-1.30pm Auction In-rooms from 5pm, Fri 2 Oct Sheraton Noosa Resort Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 Frank Milat 0438 528 148 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

BEACHFRONT

NOOSA HEADS 23 ‘ON THE BEACH’ 49 HASTINGS STREET 1 On the Beach & Loving it.... Penthouse apartment twenty three has just become available for purchase and will sell at a very affordable price. The owners chose this apartment over others because of the privacy, views and convenience that it offered. Plus it has magnificent views over Laguna Bay. ɒ Superbly renovated by well known interior designer. ɒ Internal access to private roof terrace with spa. ɒ Heated pool, spa, steam room and gym. Guest lounge with TV and Internet. ɒ Undercover security car parking.

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IDEAL FAMILY HOME

TEWANTIN 5 BURGESS DRIVE

Style & Space

View Saturday 12.00-12.30pm Price $635,000

This home has it all! The ultra large kitchen, dining and family rooms open onto a covered alfresco area, perfect for twilight entertaining. The formal dining and lounge is ideal as an adult retreat overlooking the sparkling pool & spa. Ultimate privacy backing onto a nature reserve. ɒ Separate rooms for all the family including a gym and office. ɒ Low maintenance gardens so you can truly enjoy the tranquillity of this home. ɒ Fully fenced, with remote security gate. ɒ Close to shops, schools, public transport & walking tracks.

Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

SPACIOUS, NORTH FACING

LITTLE COVE 1 ‘HEADLAND VIEWS’ 42 ALDERLEY TCE

Position & Priced to sell.....

View Saturday 1.00-1.30pm Price $1,350,000

This roomy 3 bedroom apartment in Little Cove is in a boutique complex of just 6, with low Body Corporate fees, it is certainly a rare find! It is situated right across from the boardwalk which takes you to Hastings Street and main beach in one direction and the national park in the other. ɒ Filtered views through the trees to Laguna bay. ɒ Sought after position in Iconic Little Cove. ɒ Car park on title plus large storage space. ɒ Fabulous for owners own usage as a lock up or great to holiday let.

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LUXURY INVESTMENT

NOOSA HILL 35 ‘NOOSA CREST’ 2 NOOSA DRIVE

Views & Vistas

View By Appointment Price Offers over $1,250,000

Sublime and elevated Laguna Bay views are on offer as part of an opulent investment opportunity available within the Noosa Crest complex. With an expansive north-facing entertaining balcony, this apartment also benefits from myriad first class facilities and efficient onsite management. ɒ Large 39sqm north-facing deck with glass balustrade. ɒ 118sqm fully furnished apartment with full-sized laundry with storage. ɒ Split-system airconditioning in master & living area & ceiling fans. ɒ Covered parking; onsite management.

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

BOUTIQUE COMPLEX

TEWANTIN 15 ‘NOOSA RIVER QUAYS’ 2 BLAKESLEY ST

Riverfront & Relaxation

View Frid & Wed 3.00-3.30pm & Saturday 11.00-11.30am Auction In-rooms from 5pm, Friday 2 October Sheraton Noosa Resort

If you want to secure an absolute water front property you need to act now. Apartment 15 is a house sized property with a lift in a boutique complex. It offers high ceilings, a large north facing balcony, three bedrooms also with balconies, the master having a walkin robe and ensuite. ɒ Gated secure complex in peaceful street with lift access. ɒ Close to all amenities, Woolworths, boutique shops, cafes. ɒ Lagoon style share pool and fully maintained gardens and lawns. ɒ Fully maintained gardens and lawns kept immaculate at all times.

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CHARACTER HOME

SUNRISE BEACH 4 COMMODORE COURT Relax & Replenish Sitting in the heart of Sunrise Beach, this beautiful character home is well suited to families, holiday makers and investors. Just a short stroll to the beach, schools and local shops, with a park at the end of the street, this house is sure to impress, so come through and fall in love today. ɒ Sparkling heated Pool. ɒ Side access for caravan or boat. ɒ Open plan living and outdoor area, perfect for family entertainment. ɒ Easily maintained.

View Saturday 11.00-11.30am, Monday 2.00-2.30pm & Wednesday 10.00-10.30am Auction On-site 3pm Friday 2 October Jake Sudrajat 0466 436 811 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

RELAX BY THE RIVER

NOOSAVILLE 25 ‘PELICAN BEACH’ 13 JAMES STREET

Family & Holidays

View Saturday 10.00-10.30am, Monday 1.00-1.30pm & Wednesday 11.00-11.30am Auction In-rooms from 5pm, Fri 2 Oct Sheraton Noosa Resort

Providing two bedrooms and a loft, this air conditioned unit offers plenty of room for the family. With the convenience of being so close to the river and many restaurants of Gympie Terrace, you can’t go wrong in this well maintained complex. ɒ Sunny Pool with Spa. ɒ Half sized Tennis Court. ɒ Sauna & Games room. ɒ 150m from Noosa River.

1.5

Jake Sudrajat 0466 436 811 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa 1200111-KC39-15

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WHAT A LOCATION!

NOOSA SOUND 39 WYUNA DRIVE

Unique & Desirable

View Saturday 1.00-1.30pm Price $3,500,000

Overlooking natural bushland that can never be built out, this craftsman built riverfront home, offers space, light and picture-perfect views from every room. Coming to the market for only the second time in 28 years, there now exists a prime opportunity to acquire this blue-chip location. ɒ Architect designed, open plan, high ceilings, suspended concrete floors. ɒ Guest room with adjoining bathroom. Separate spacious master suite. ɒ Sandy beach, ramp, lush and private gardens. ɒ North-easterly aspect for winter sunshine and cooling summer breezes.

Jennifer Carr 0412 158 433 Rikki Goatham 0439 632 922 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

OCEAN VISTAS

CASTAWAYS BEACH 6 CARIBBEAN COURT

Ocean & Breeze

View Saturday 11.00-11.30am & Wednesday 4.00-4.30pm Auction In-rooms from 5pm, Fri 2 Oct Sheraton Noosa Resort

The owners of this beautiful beachside home are ready to move on and will listen to the market and consider all offers. An overseas posting means the property will be sold on or before auction. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to own in this very unique part of the Sunshine Coast. ɒ Bordering national park and only a 5 minute walk to dog friendly beach. ɒ Unique North East facing allotment with spectacular ocean views. ɒ Large open floor plan, with two living areas. ɒ Separate study/office and lower level guest retreat.

Jon Blonk 0412 806 252 Kym de Warren 0412 325 421 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa 1200113-KC39-15

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ARTIS PENTHOUSE

Artis Penthouse - Refined Opulence in Noosa Heads NOOSA HEADS 2/8 Noosa Drive • Artis Penthouse is a home-sized residence with three, north-facing bedrooms all with their own private balconies with spectacular Laguna Bay views, plus a fourth bedroom which could easily be used as a home ofice • Artis Penthouse is set over an extensive 467sqm, which includes an expansive private rooftop terrace, wet-edge pool with the best views in Noosa from all angles, private secure lift provides access from the lower levels • Spacious kitchen with spectacular water views, featuring granite benchtops with opal lecks & two-pac cabinetry, appliances include AEG ceramic cooktop, oven, microwave & dishwasher, ample kitchen cupboards • Open plan living & dining area with glass sliding doors opening up on to a balcony that overlooks all of Noosa • Secure complex of 2 apartments, remote control gates, double lock up garage with mezzanine level for storage

4 a 2.5 b PRICE VIEW AGENT

2 c

$3,750,000 Sat 26th & Wed 30th 2-2:45pm David Conolly 0438 259 956

CENTURY 21 CONOLLY HAY GROUP 07 5447 2451

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VIEWS TO DIE FOR IN LITTLE COVE

HIGHVIEW 25 BAYVIEW ROAD NOOSA HEADS

With gorgeous 180º northerly vistas of the ocean & National Park from every room, Highview is a unique luxury property in much coveted Little Cove. • Creative engineering & design by award winning Robinson Architects • Balinese style massage cabana/artist’s studio • Expansive balconies capture views to Double Island Point • Separately entranced guest/housekeeper/apartment • Main Beach & Hastings St a 10 min walk away via a • Home cinema or kingsize 5th bedroom scenic off-road walking path

Highview is a peaceful bush paradise at the end of a no-through road well away from cars & crowds but close to the action.

5 a

4 b

2 c

AUCTION October 3 at 11am on-site AGENT David Conolly 0438 259 956 VIEW MORE

david@c21noosa.com Sat 26th Sept 12-12:45pm Wed 30th Sept 12-12:45pm realstate.com.au - Property No. 120593037 century21.com.au/noosa/

CENTURY 21 CONOLLY HAY GROUP 07 5447 2451

CENTURY 21 AGENTS. SMARTER. BOLDER. FASTER.

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AUCTION

Luxury, Lifestyle & Location SUNSHINE BEACH 2/18 Douglas Street • State-of-the-art, four-level apartment in central Sunshine Beach • High end features include everything from a private lift and C-bus home system to Bali Sunset Stone looring inside and out; two-pac cabinets and ducted airconditioning and vacuum • Top-class kitchen, AEG automatic wall-mounted canopy rangehood with sensor activation. Entertain with ease using stainless steel Bosch appliances, coffee machine and induction cooktop • Atop the abode is a dedicated master retreat, where sliding doors open on to a large terrace with a sublime sea vista, downstairs guest wing has two bedrooms with built-in robes • All of this is just a two-minute walk from Sunshine Beach’s boutique retail, dining surf club and beautiful beach

3 a AUCTION VIEW AGENT

4 b

3 c

Sat 10th October 1PM ONSITE Fri 25th, Sat 26th & Wed 30th 11-11:45am Mike Hay 0417 624 059

CENTURY 21 CONOLLY HAY GROUP 07 5447 2451

CENTURY 21 AGENTS. SMARTER. BOLDER. FASTER. 32 NOOSA TODAY | Thursday, 24 September, 2015

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home focus

Five minutes to beach SITUATED within a five-minute walk of the pristine sands of Castaways Beach, where you can go for an early morning swim or take your dog for a walk, presents this substantial north-east facing home, within the surfside estate of Castaways Beach. Beautifully presented and meticulously maintained, this really is a residence for the extended family or ideal as a holiday home, with many properties in the area taking advantage of the income potential derived from holiday letting. Built over three storeys with fantastic ocean views from every level and boasting

five bedrooms plus study, there is so much

retreat, including walk-in robe and ensuite

more than meets the eye.

is located on the upper level, with its own

Privacy and security are paramount with this property. You enter the home through a beautiful

home essentials

large private sun-drenched deck offering breathtaking ocean views.

ADDRESS: 6 Caribbean Court, Castaways Beach

The lower level of the home offers

entry area with privacy and double opening

the choice of being a guest or teenagers

cedar doors, to the open plan main living

retreat including bedroom, bathroom and

area, spacious kitchen and dining areas

kitchenette, with internal or external access

with an office/study located at the front of

from the home.

the property. There is a large balcony off

VIEW: Saturday 11-11.30am, Wednesday 4-4.30pm AUCTION: Sheraton Noosa Resort in-room auctions, Friday 2 October, 5pm

Remarkable energy efficiency due to

DESCRIPTION: 5 bed, 3 bath, 2 car, pool

the main living area which takes advantage

the use of LED lighting, solar hot water and

of the ocean views and cooling breezes.

solar power (approximately five kilowatts),

The master bedroom with parents

reduces the overall cost of your power bills.

AGENT: Jon Blonk and Kym de Warren for Richardson and Wrench Noosa, 0412 806 252 or 0412 325 421

FOR SALE

Inner Beauty, Immaculate Presentation,Single Level TEWANTIN 55a Furness Drive • Totally renovated internally, fabulous kitchen, chefs delight, induction cook-top, steam oven, large pantry and unique multifunction ofice nook/servery to outside entertaining area • Separate living area/media room, large master bedroom with ensuite and walk in robe, plantation shutters and durable driftwood style timber grain looring • Massive undercover and screened outdoor living area offering space for a football team, generous 790 m2 (approx) allotment with manicured gardens and shed • Double lock up garage with internal access, space for boat or caravan and extra off street parking, very comfortable family home in a great location

4 a PRICE VIEW AGENT

2 b

2 c

Offers Invited Thurs & Sat 10-10.45am Lance Bussell 0403134420 Sharon McLure 0400084975

CENTURY 21 CONOLLY HAY GROUP 07 5447 2451

CENTURY 21 AGENTS. SMARTER. BOLDER. FASTER.

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An eye on housing affordability THE building industry is exploring how innovation can assist efforts to improve the cost of housing as affordability continues to become a major issue for the community and governments. Speaking about the challenges for the housing sector in 2015 at the Australian Green Development Forum in Brisbane earlier this month, Master Builders deputy executive director Paul Bidwell said much of new housing stock was currently produced at price points that many people, particularly first home buyers, cannot afford. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Around 90 per cent of home owners buy established homes. Builders face an ongoing battle to shift homebuyers from established to new construction,â&#x20AC;? Mr Bidwell said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The rising cost of land, size and quality of new homes and government regulations are all impacting affordability. Clearly,

builders can only control a fraction of the problem. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The housing sectorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s response to date has generally been around improving business effectiveness and different products - smaller houses on smaller lots (in addition to putting pressure on governments to reform the regulatory environment).â&#x20AC;? Master Builders believes there is an imperative for the sector to identify new and improved products, processes and systems that will help drive down the cost of building. In its latest productivity report, the OECD predicted that innovation will lift productivity by 62 per cent. However, recent studies from Queensland University of Technology, the National Housing Supply Council and the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute have confirmed that innovation isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the housing

The building industry is exploring innovative ways to manage housing affordability. sectorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s strong suit. While materials manufacturers are investing in new materials and products, there isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a lot of uptake from the housing construction sector. In addition, Master Buildersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; own research into this issue discovered an interesting lack of urgency among builders. There is a view that off-site manufacturing and modern methods of construction are the next step to increasing affordability and business profitability. But to date, there has been little movement towards these by the industry. The research suggests

that this is not likely in the near future either, despite the long history of discussion concerning the industrialisation of housing production and some experimentation with off-site factory production. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are many barriers, not the least of which is the conservative culture of the industry,â&#x20AC;? Mr Bidwell said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Changes around construction processes and materials carry plenty of financial risk without strong evidence of cost savings and consumer acceptance. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For companies building less than 100 dwellings a year, these alternative construction methods are not viable.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;This equates to more than $25 million annual turnover. The reality is that 85 per cent of licensed building contractors have an allowable annual turnover of less than $600,000. This is the maximum figure - not necessarily actual turnover, which highlights that the building industry is predominantly comprised of small businesses.â&#x20AC;? In a bid to help assist innovation in the industry, Master Builders is keen to work with the state government to encourage the uptake of new construction materials and methodologies to reduce completion times, drive down costs and help address housing affordability.

1300 885 095 Hidden Paradise At Castaways

Linda Shore-Perez 0427 378 687 linda@villarealestate.com.au

INSPECT: Fri 25 Sept 5 - 6pm PRICE: $1,195,000 FREE: 1300 885 095

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www.rosecallaghanrealty.com.au

Elegant Waterfront Sanctuary • North East Aspect with a Private Waterfront • Jetty with Waterside Kitchen Amenities • Library-Study and Designated Media Room • Oversized Double Garage Excellent Storage

2/15 Ventura Street, Sunrise Beach

5A 4B 2C 1D 2I • Spacious Kitchen Superior Miele Appliances • Blackbutt Timber and Italian Tiled Flooring Thru-out • Fully Ducted Reverse Cycle Air-conditioning • 12.5 Metre Swimming Pool built in BBQ

3A 2B 2CD

NOOSA SOUND 7 Ravenwood Drive

Price:

$3,200,000

Inspect: By Appointment Agent:

Rosemary Callaghan 0419 236 133

2 “Costa Bella” 9 Selene Street, Sunrise Beach

Expansive Duplex with Rental Opportunity

Coveted Beachside Living

• House-like proportions metres to the beach • Stylish Kitchen with Italian appliances • Open plan Living-Dining and large balcony • Entertaining area and saltwater swimming pool • Air-conditioning and automatic security gate • Spacious garage with internal access and storage

• Great home, weekender, or investment property • Generous open plan living with high ceilings • East facing covered balcony ideal for entertaining • Good size main bedroom, WIR, en-suite • Stroll onto the beach and to local store • Private tiled Courtyard, pool in complex

Inspect: By Appointment Price: Price on Application Contact: Rosemary 0419 236 133

Inspect: By Appointment Price: $495,000 Contact: Rosemary 0419 236 133

E: rose@rosecallaghanrealty.com.au

2A 2B 1CD

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Sean sets his own path Sean honed his skills in one

AFTER more than 11 years of selling corporate and residential

of Noosa’s most respected real

real estate, local sales agent Sean

estate agencies before branching

Cary has moved into his own

out to work for large private and

agency, Elysium Real Estate Noosa.

public development companies,

Sean, who has previously worked for the Settler’s Cove and Elysium developments, said the move came when he saw an opportunity in the market for a boutique, one-on-one service for buyers and sellers. Sean, who has a Master's Degree in Property, said Elysium

meaning he now has a range of experience in both commercial and residential sales such as land subdivisions and luxury apartments. Adding to Sean’s resume is a five-year position managing sales in Elysium Noosa for developer AV Jennings since 2011, achieving extraordinary results.

Real Estate Noosa was an agency founded on the principles of exceptional service, results and

sium Real Estate Noosa principal Sean Cary.

“I bring a proven track record in all areas of real estate to my new agency,” Sean said.

knowledge.

“I can offer my clients

“It’s great to be able to offer

knowledge and expertise in a

a service that isn’t limited by the

boutique real estate service. With

corporate constraints of working

unwavering enthusiasm, drive and

for someone else,” he said.

determination, I am committed to

“Today’s technology means the traditional real estate shopfront

achieving outstanding results for each and every client.”

is no longer required. Operating

To find out more or to get in touch with Sean, phone

flexible and offer personalised

0418 599 228 or visit www.

service.”

elysiumrealestatenoosa.com.

Ae r O ial V nl i in de e

independently means I can be

Castaways Beach - 14 Antipodes Close

4 bed | 2.5 bath | 2 car

Watch the Whales Cruise Past

For Sale $1,350,000 View Frid, Sat 12-12.45 Web ID www.onenoosa.com/property/

• Fully renovated throughout - move-in ready with nothing to do • Water views from kitchen, dining, living and luxurious main bedroom • Main living space bi-fold doors open to 15m x 3m undercover deck • Back gate to beach path (underpass - no roads to cross). See video on-line • Rear balcony, perfect for sunsets, overlooks sunny pool with all new equipment • 400m2 home on 833m2 private lot in cul-de-sac - 4 bedrooms plus study

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Contact

details/753 Craig Brumby 0417 789 765 craig@onenoosa.com

a cuppa with

craig

1. Tell us something most people don’t know about you? I was raised in Papua New Guinea and came to boarding school in Queensland when I was 11 years old. 2. What has been the most memorable moment of your life to date? Seeing three UFOs with my parents on their yacht in the Louisiade Archipelago. 3. What do you like most about living/working in Noosa? I love being so close to the ocean without feeling crowded. 4. Where do you think Noosa property prices will go over the next few years? The market is gradually strengthening. This should continue on

the back of favourable capital city markets. 5. Where is your favourite part of Noosa and why? My favourite part of Noosa is the National Park. It’s the only part of Noosa that is largely as it has been for millennia. 6. What attracted you to a career in property? I entered property by accident really. I had been working as a technical writer in Switzerland and returned home. I built a house at Castaways Beach and took over land sales there from an older gentleman who was retiring. 7. What was your most memorable sale or listing and why? The most memorable listing was the sale of 532 The Ridge at Noosa Springs. It was such a beautiful home. We also interviewed the owner on the property video and she was fabulous.

One Noosa principal Craig Brumby said he accidentally found a career in real estate.

8. If you could witness any event, past, present or future, what would it be? I would love to witness the launch of Apollo 11 as it left for the moon because it was a pivotal moment for mankind.

PROPERTIES SOLD BY DAVID BERNS 55 Valley Drive, DOONAN SOLD 27 Arbour Place , DOONAN SOLD 17 Persoonia Lane, Doonan is UNDER CONTRACT

9. You are hosting a dinner party and can invite six guests, dead or alive. Who would they be? I would invite my family. We are scattered far and wide and seeing them all together is great. 10 What has been your most embarrassing moment to date? Let’s not go there. There has been a few ‘moments’ that we can laugh about. I’m in real estate after all.

WE HAVE PLENTY OF BUYERS IN THE RANGE FROM $500-$900K WITH THE LAST THREE PROPERTIES UNDER $900K SOLD ON FIRST INSPECTION

240 Beddington Road 10 Arbour Place 27 Arbour Place Premium Results start with planning and a powerful selling strategy. If you are thinking of selling please call David today!

DAVID BERNS – 0408 629 438

1200380-DJ39-15

REAL Estate Lifestyle sat down for a cuppa with One Noosa principal Craig Brumby to find out a little more about the local sales agent.

PRIME PROPERTY. PREMIERE SERVICE.

1199815-PB39-15

Introducing Elysium Real Estate Noosa Elysium Real Estate Noosa is a boutique real estate agency founded on the principles of exceptional knowledge, service and results, providing an independent real estate service to the Noosa area • Knowledge – Principal Sean Cary has over a decades experience in the Noosa area, is a Licenced Real Estate Agent and holds a Masters Degree in Property. • Service – Dealing directly with the Principal ensures you have the best service possible • Results – Having managed sales at Elysium Noosa for developer AVJennings, Sean has sold over 150 properties in the last two years and turned the project into one of the company’s best performing projects in the country.

SOLD July – September 2015

UNDER CONTRACT

10 Bennetts Ash Road, Noosa Heads

5 White Beech Road, Noosa Heads

28 Jacksonia Place, Noosaville

18 Sanctuary Ave, Noosa Heads

3 Lake Edge Drive, Noosa Heads

7 White Beech Road, Noosa Heads

29 Bumpy Ash Lane, Noosa Heads

7 Hollyhock Crescent, Noosa Heads 9 White Beech Road, Noosa Heads 5 Hollyhock Crescent, Noosa Heads

Elysium Real Estate – Knowledge, Service, Results elysiumrealestatenoosa.com

0418 599 228

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Vacant land price still rising THE price of vacant land is on the rise in capital cities while vacant land prices in regional markets have fallen, according to CoreLogic RP Data’s latest figures.

over the 2014-'15 financial years shows that vacant land selling prices have increased by six per cent across the combined capital cities,” he said.

CoreLogic RP Data senior research analyst Cameron Kusher said over the 2014-'15 financial year, vacant land selling prices had continued to rise across the combined capital cities where vacant land prices had actually fallen over the year in regional markets.

“While capital city land prices are increasing, across the combined regional markets land prices have fallen by 3.4 per cent over the year.” According to the data as at June 2015, the median selling price of vacant land was recorded at $258,543 across the combined capital cities and $156,500 across

“Data based on settled sales

the combined regional markets. Median land prices in regional areas of the country are now 39 per cent lower than those in capital cities, the widest differential since August 1990. Over the 25 years to June 2015, median vacant land prices have increased by 417 per cent (6.8 per cent per annum) across the combined capital cities and by 422 per cent (6.8 per cent per annum) across the combined regional areas. Mr Kusher said the cost of

Land prices are decreasing across regional markets while they increase in capital cities, according to CoreLogic RP Data. capital city land was still rising, as an extension this meant the cost of new housing was also rising.

with new development remain,

“While restricted land supply and excessive charges associated

housing, will continue to rise,” he

we anticipate that the cost of vacant land and subsequently new said.

OPEN HOMES 87 Ridgeview Drive 13 Longwood Drive

Castaways Beach 15 Antipodes Close 6 Caribbean Court 7‘Noosa Dunes’512 David Low Way 14 Wavecrest Drive 14 Antipodes Close 7 Flagship Court

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kym de Warren & Jon Blonk Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jon Blonk & Kym de Warren Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kym de Warren & Jon Blonk Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kym de Warren & Jon Blonk One Noosa - Craig Brumby Villa Prestige Properties - Linda Shore-Perez

Sat 1-1.30pm Sat 11-11.30am, Wed 4-4.30pm Sat 10-10.30am Sat 12-12.30pm Fri & Sat 12-12.45pm Fri 5-6pm

Doonan 29 Whyandra Close 29 Whyandra Close 175 Valley Drive 82 Valley Drive 97 Panorama Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Brad McDonald David Berns Real Estate - David Berns David Berns Real Estate - David Berns David Berns Real Estate - David Berns David Berns Real Estate - David Berns

Sat 10-10.45am Thur 12-1pm Sat 9.30-10.30am Sat 10.45-11.45am Sat 12-1pm

David Berns Real Estate - David Berns

Sat 1.15-2.15pm

Little Cove Apt 1‘Cuvee’29 Allambi Rise Apt 1‘The Cove’24 Little Cove Road Apt 1‘Headland Views’42 Alderly Terrace 25 Bayview Road

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Peter Butt Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jill Goode & Cam Goode Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Shane McCauley & Frank Milat Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly

Fri, Sat, Wed 12-12.30pm Sat 12-12.30pm Sat 1-1.30pm Sat & Wed 12-12.45pm

Noosaville Apt 25‘Pelican Beach’13 James Street 17 Lake Entrance Boulevard

Sunrise Beach 4 Commodore Court 35 Newield Street

2/18 Douglas Street 31 Whale Drive 2/20 Weyba Street 2/20 Henderson Street 3/2-6 Webb Road 5‘Park Haven’4 Park Crescent

Villa 15‘Noosa River Quays’2-10 Blakesley Street 5 Burgess Drive 64 Hilton Terrace 4 Oakwood Close 55a Furness Drive 11 Hooper Crescent

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Shane McCauley & Frank Milat Mon 1-1.30pm Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly Sat & Wed 2-2.45pm Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Diana Pound Fri & Sat 2-2.45pm, Wed 11-11.45am

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jennifer Carr Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jennifer Carr

Fri, Sat, Wed 12-12.30pm Sat 1-1.30pm

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jon Blonk & Frank Milat Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jon Blonk & Kym de Warren Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jill Goode & Cam Goode One Noosa - Craig Brumby

Sat 10-10.30am Sat 12-12.30pm Sat 11-11.30am Sat 11-11.45am

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Jonathan Tomasini One Noosa - Craig Brumby

Sat 10-11am Sat 1-1.45pm

Peregian Springs 16 Bunja Court 42 Glen Abby Avenue 22 Maddens Court 12 Longwod Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Leon Butt Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Leon Butt Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Leon Butt Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Brad McDonald

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Sat 12-1pm Sat 11-11.30am

auction diary Sat, Sept 26th Century 21 Conolly Hay Group

Onsite 11am

Fri, Oct 2nd 33 Wyuna Drive, Noosa Sound Apt 1‘Cuvee’29 Allambi Rise, Little Cove Apt 414‘Netanya’71 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads 6 Caribbean Court, Castaways Beach Apt 325‘French Quarter’1 Halse Lane, Noosa Heads Apt 25‘Pelican Beach’13-17 James Street, Noosaville Apt 23‘On the Beach’49 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads 221‘The Point’61 Noosa Springs Drive, Noosa Springs Villa 15‘Noosa River Quays’2-10 Blakesley Street,Tewantin 4 Commodore Court, Sunrise Beach

Richardson & Wrench Noosa Richardson & Wrench Noosa Richardson & Wrench Noosa Richardson & Wrench Noosa Richardson & Wrench Noosa Richardson & Wrench Noosa Richardson & Wrench Noosa Richardson & Wrench Noosa Richardson & Wrench Noosa Richardson & Wrench Noosa

In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort from 5pm In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort from 5pm In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort from 5pm In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort from 5pm In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort from 5pm In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort from 5pm In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort from 5pm In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort from 5pm In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort from 5pm Onsite 3pm

Sat, Oct 10th 2/18 Douglas Street, Sunshine Beach 35 Newield Street, Sunrise Beach

Sat 11-11.30am Sat 12-12.45pm Sat 1-1.45pm Sat 1.45-2.30pm

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox Fri & Wed 3-3.30pm, Sat 11-11.30am Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Shane McCauley Sat 12-12.30pm Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox Fri 2-2.30pm Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox Sat 10-10.30am Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Lance Bussell & Sharon McLure Thur & Sat 10-10.45am Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Lance Bussell & Sharon McLure Thur & Sat 11-11.45am

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Brad McDonald Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Brad McDonald

Unit 1/2199 David Low Way, Peregian Beach

Peregian Beach Unit 1/2199 David Low Way 73 Podargus Parade

Fri, Sat, Wed 11-11.45am Sat 12-12.30pm Sat 1-1.30pm Thur & Sat 1-1.45pm Sat 4-4.45pm Sat 11-11.30am

Tinbeerwah

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jake Sudrajat Sat 10-10.30am, Mon 1-1.30pm,Wed 11-11.30am Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Cam Goode & Jill Goode Sat 11-11.30am

Noosa Springs 221‘The Point’61 Noosa Springs Drive 508‘The Ridge’61 Noosa Springs Drive 544‘The Ridge’61 Noosa Springs Drive 144 The Cascades

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay & Rachel Sellman Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Lance Bussell & Sharon McLure Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Diana Pound Rose Callaghan Realty - Rosemary Callaghan

61 Sivyers Road 90 Patterson Drive

Noosa Sound 33 Wyuna Drive 39 Wyuna Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jake Sudrajat Sat 11-11.30am, Mon 2-2.30pm,Wed 10-10.30am Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly & Rachel Sellman Sat 11-11.30am

Sunshine Beach

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live today NOOSA’S LIFESTYLE GUIDE Mel and her angels are coming to Noosa Arts Theatre from Friday 2 October.

Just look at Mel’s Angels IF YOU saw him sing and dance in Jerry’s Girls, you will love him in Mel’s Angels. A towering talent who glittered on Sydney and Melbourne stages before weaving magic in Noosa, Melony Brests will be reaching new heights when Mel’s Angels opens at Noosa Arts Theatre on 2 October for three performances only. Matt Dunstan, whose infamous

alter-ego Melony Brests has been delivering hysterical, comedic antics for over 23 years, including the popular “Drag Bingo” locally for the past 15 years, directs and stars in Mel’s Angels, an evening of sidesplitting cabaret. In Mel’s Angels, Melony Brests faces her toughest mission yet – to bring glamour to the Labour Day long weekend.

With the help of her Angels, four workaday men transform into glamorous showgirls (The Queens) and two dancing boys (The Kings), meld together to become Mel’s Angels. In true drag queen style, experience many eras of song and dance with a modern twist. Miss Melony and her Angels take you on a quantum leap through time with an explosion of colour, choreography and

costumes which will have you reaching for your pumps. Melony Brests is a true character entertainer and a character of an entertainer. Dress as your favourite cabaret star, dress as yourself, or pick up a boa from the Drag Drop Box at Noosa Arts Theatre. Mel’s Angels will perform at the Noosa Arts Theatre, 163 Weyba

Drive, Noosaville, on Friday 2 and Saturday 3 October from 7.30pm, and again on Sunday 4 October from 5pm. Tickets to this adult show are $27 for adults, $22 for concession and $22 for a group. To book phone 5449 9343, visit www.noosaartstheatre.org.au or drop into the theatre from Tuesday to Friday from 9am to 2pm.

Dancin’ in the dark with The Boss THE Australian Springsteen Show is a tribute band that is sweeping audiences off their feet. Bringing to life the hits of The Boss, Bruce Springsteen and starring the vocal talents of James Brennan and his incredible group that emulate the sounds of the “E Street Band”. The musical talents of band members James G. Brennan, Andrew Jolly, Damien Cagney, Perter Ferguson, Dave Evans and Brett Newman are not to be missed. Lead vocalist, James G. Brennan has played many different styles of music since he was a teenager. Ranging from rock to cabaret, there is virtually nothing he noosa.starcommunity.com.au

doesn’t have experience in. His accomplishments are not limited to live performances – James is a very accomplished songwriter. Andrew Jolly, acoustic and electric guitarist and backing vocalist, has had over 20 years’ experience in the music industry, having played at Stadium Australia, as well as backing human nature and the Choirboys. Damien Cagney is a veteran performer, playing in Australia, Europe, and Asia, from street busking to concert halls. In the Australian Springsteen Show he plays saxophone, percussion and is also a backing vocalist.

On the keyboard, piano accordion, and backing vocals is Peter Ferguson. He can play a range of genres and his musical talent has led him to share the stage with big names such as Sharon Brooks and James Brennan, just to name a few. Dave Evans, bass guitarist, has 30 years of playing under his belt. In the Australian Springsteen Show he plays both fretted and fretless guitar. Brett Newman, on drums, is another talented veteran with 25 years of festivals, stadiums, corporate functions, weddings, clubs, recording, and tours. This brilliant show features all the big hits, including

“Born to Run”, “Dancing in The Dark”, “Hungry Heart”, “I’m on Fire”, “Brilliant Disguise”, “Human Touch”, ”Born in The USA”, “Cover Me”, “Fire” and songs from the heartland. You can catch The Australian Springsteen Show at the Tewantin Noosa RSL on Friday 25 September at 8pm. Tickets are $20 for non-members or $10 for members and are available from reception or dial’n’charge on 5447 1766.

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Book’s slice of small town life LIVING in a small community can bring a sense of belonging, or be suffocating. When Cray and Rosie flee Fremantle WA and their high-paying jobs for a much-needed breather from big city life, they’re uncertain which will be the outcome. Deb Fitzpatrick, author of 90 packets of Instant Noodles (2010) and The Amazing Spencer Gray (2013) sets the stage for her first adult novel, The Break, in a tiny surfing community near Margaret River. Here everyone knows everyone’s business. And more, for it’s not all sparkling seas and friendly locals: the town is besieged by money-grubbing developers who threaten the very lifestyle which makes Grey’s Bay so attractive in the first place. I love this book because The Break ponders themes familiar

to every local living in a small place: from the solitude of wandering a beach bay where noone else is in sight, to the pleasure of raising a family where you know your neighbours personally. Ms Fitzpatrick also shows us the darker side of life in a small town as we follow the despair of Mike, who leaves his frustrated family behind to spare them the shame of his notoriety. Noosa readers will hear echoes of our struggle for regional independence in the Residents Against Inappropriate Development community meetings so like our own. Think you’ve read it all before? Not so. There’s a shock that hits like a bolt from the blue. The Break is available at Noosa Library.

DVD takes you away THE cover of ‘Wunderkinder’ (2011, German with English subtitles) is visually intriguing, as are the subtle references to foreign film awards that grace the cover. Watching this film led to several hours of utter captivation and transportation to another time and place in the history of the Western world. Set in 1941 in Ukraine, ‘Wunderkinder’ explores the experiences of two families, one German and one Jewish. The three children in these families are natural best friends, bonded with the strength

of friendship only a mutual passion for creating music can create. The invasion of Germany and the subsequent horrors that unfold force both families to make excruciating decisions in the hopes of not only their own survival, but that of their friends. The film raises (and, more importantly, answers) an important question: can war truly destroy humanity? What were the individual experiences of humanity as experienced and shared through art during these times? How can the beauty and innocence of child

prodigies creating exquisite music survive something as horrendous as the Holocaust? In more modern days, the war-ravaged streets of Kabul still, somehow, grow roses - literally. How can this be? This film manages to capture the similar force of nature, humanity, music or art that gives hope and, indeed, a means for survival in horrendous times. - Submitted by Danielle Bishoff. This DVD is available from Noosa Library.

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DOWN 2. Think of taking work in the East (5). 3. Is respnsible for and makes sure one gets there (5,2). 4. Drug the fool (4). 5. Ensure you can’t realise yet (8). 6. Attending, don’t you worry! (5). 7. Leading in the fight, you gather (5,2). 12. In the end, it’s stuffy inside (8). 14. At first, having had few, is unpleasant (7). 16. Competitor allowed to take part in a heat that’s been arranged (7). 18. Point the north out (5). 20. At which place do we capture the woman? (5). 21. Not sparkling as a singer! (4).

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LIVETODAY White Lightnin’ takes yellow jersey – I still think Kelly Slater got robbed, but nothing can take away from the brilliance displayed by Mick Fanning to take out the Hurley Pro in California last week. Beating Adriano De Souza comprehensively in the final, Mick stormed ahead of the Brazilian to number one in the ratings, and when the tour resumes next month in Hossegor, France, he’ll be wearing the coveted yellow jersey. Let’s just hope that French sharks aren’t as partial to the colour yellow as South African ones apparently were! Picture: WSL

Fred Van Dyke takes on a Waimea Bay monster, early 1960s. Picture: JOHN SEVERSON

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Fisticuffs behind the dunnies Big wave Fred bows out THE surviving original members of the Duke Kahanamoku Surf Team (Pipeline hero Butch Van Artsdalen died of alcoholism many years ago) have been having a ball, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the team’s inception in 1965, alongside the Duke Invitational surfing contest. First, they were on hand in Washington DC for the creation of a surf display and library at the Smithsonian Institute, then the garden island of Kaua’i turned on a special luau a week or so ago, with Joey Cabell, Paul Strauch and Fred Hemmings centre stage, and later team members Jeff Hakman and Jocko Sutherland also present. But one man who could not attend was the director of the Duke contest, big wave matador and teacher Fred Van Dyke, who passed away last week, aged 86.

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Limit one per visit, valid until 30/09/15 Bidding on a wonderful mix of holiday packages, health and beauty services, local retail give vouchers, adventure tours and much more will extend the significant impact this event has in supporting the girls in Cambodia. The ball will again be held at South Pacific Resort, Noosaville, on Saturday 10 October. Early bird tickets are available now for $70 and include a welcoming glass of champagne on arrival followed by canapes and a light meal. Those unable to attend on the night but who still wish to support the event can purchase virtual tickets for $25. Tickets are available online through www. eventbrite.com.au/e/sunshine-coast-masquerade-free-to-shine -tickets-17773937325 or over the counter at Kobomo in the Noosa Village Shopping Centre, Noosaville.

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THE annual Free to Shine masquerade ball is back for another night of fun and fund-raising on Saturday 10 October. Following on the success of last year, Noosa will again host the springtime ball, which is the major fund-raiser for the Australia-run charity Free to Shine. Frocking up for a night of fun has never felt so good, with all Free to Shine proceeds used to pay for educational scholarships for rural girls in Cambodia, keeping them in school and preventing the trafficking of vulnerable children. Entertainment throughout the evening of masked elegance will include the vivacious duo from The Kitty Kats, Renae Suttie and Susanne Campbell, plus local singer/songwriter Andrea Kirwin, who is sure to impress with her earthy blend of hip-hop, funk and soul with an island style roll. Emerging teen talent Mackenzie Smith rounds out the line-up and will welcome guests with his rich, relaxed tones that will open what is sure to be a magical evening. With the growing number of generous donations from local business, the live auction will be a highlight of the night.

ride with him, telling me that Fred would drive overland through the pineapple plantations to avoid car exhaust fumes on the main roads. But he didn’t always drive home. Jocks arriving for a pre-school training session were shocked to find Fred’s 1950 Ford station wagon parked outside Armstrong Hall on the campus, with Fred and a scantily-clad girlfriend asleep in the back. In 1965 Fred was interviewed by a reporter covering the inaugural Duke Invitational, won by Jeff Hakman, for Life Magazine. Attempting to explain the psyche of the big wave pioneers, he said, “most big-wave riders are latent homosexuals.” He said a lot more, but that was what stuck. In later years Fred explained that he didn’t mean that they necessarily wanted to have sex with other men, but that they were in a state of arrested development where the only thing that mattered was the company and opinion of other men. It never quite got him off the hook. As far as many of the macho men of the North Shore were concerned, Fred Van Dyke had called them a bunch of pansies. Fred surfed into old age, but his life was a richly diverse one. He taught for more than 30 years, wrote books and preached the gospel of self-knowledge. He was a guru of wellness before it had a name. He will be missed.

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Club sponsors Waterman Weekend THERE was a time when boardriders and clubbies were at loggerheads more often than not, and disputes over infringements such as riding through the flagged swimming area were settled with fisticuffs behind the dunnies. Fortunately in Noosa those days are long gone, and in recent years the always-cordial relationship between the Noosa Heads Surf Club and the Noosa Festival of Surfing has gone from strength to strength. After coming on board as a major sponsor this year (as well as being a big supporter of the Noosa National Surfing Reserve), the Noosa club last week agreed to become a silver sponsor of the 25th anniversary festival next March. In the run-up to this year’s event, I was privileged to work closely with former ironman champion and club coach Darren Mercer on creating “cross-over” events that highlighted the waterman skill sets that are shared between surfboard riding and surf life saving.

Van Dyke’s death, following Ricky Grigg’s last year, leaves only Peter Cole of the fearless trio that took on Waimea Bay and monster Sunset Beach in the 1950s and ‘60s. I interviewed Van Dyke once a long time ago, and saw him a few times over the years in Hawaii, the most recent being early last year at the Hawaiian premiere of Jack McCoy’s epic film Deeper Shade of Blue, when I noted that Fred and Peter had suddenly become old. Since both were on the wrong side of 80, this might seem trite to say, but the fact is that both these big wave pioneers, who worked side by side on the teaching faculty at Hawaii’s best school, Punahou, had been frighteningly fit for most of their lives. Tall, angular Peter developed a stoop quite early, but he was a tough old bird. Fred remained muscular, square-jawed and agile almost to the end. Fred Van Dyke danced to the beat of his own drum. Born and raised in San Francisco, he surfed the freezing and pounding waves of Ocean Beach until 1955, when he moved to Oahu, determined to ride the biggest waves on the planet. He quickly landed a job teaching at Punahou School in Honolulu, commuting from his home on the North Shore wearing a gas mask. I remember Jeff Hakman, who was his student and neighbour and often cadged a

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Darren and I will be sitting down to plan more of these for next year, including a special sunset “legends” event to kick-start the whole festival. We’ll also be working closely with the Nippers program, which just happens to be headed up by Festival director Sam Smith. Exciting times ahead.

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Thursday 24 September 6.30pm: Cafe Le Monde: Andrew Kirwin 7pm: Tewantin Noosa RSL: Trace Duo Friday 25 September 5pm: Harbour Wine Bar: PlanB Modern Jazz Quartet 8pm: Tewantin Noosa RSL: The Australian Springsteen Show 8.30pm: Cafe Le Monde: DJ Massroom and DJ Jasti Saturday 26 September 5.30pm: Streets of Harlem: Brian Ford Incorporated 6pm: Tickle Park Coolum: Big Hero 6 as Starry Night Movie 8pm: Villa Noosa: Phil Emmauel and Kevin Borich with Strangebrew 8pm: Tewantin Noosa RSL: Soul Men 8pm: Tewantin Noosa RSL: An Evening with George Smilovici and DJ Dave Daly 8.30pm: Cafe Le Monde: DJ NuCache Sunday 27 September 4pm: Cafe Le Monde: Doolie, Sally Skelton, Andrew Lawson and DJ Nato Save the Date: 2 - 4 October - Mel’s Angels will perform at the Noosa Arts Theatre. Tickets are on sale now. Phone the theatre on 5449 9343 for more information. 24 October - the Spring Carnival will come to life at Lions Park, Gympie Terrace, from 12noon in celebration of family, friends and marriage equality. 28 October - the Noosa Triathlon kicks off on Wednesday 28 October with more than 13,000 athletes expected to arrive in Noosa for the multi-sport festival. 7 November - Melony’s Drag Bingo is coming to Cooroy RSL. This hilarious show always sells out so get in quick to book your seat. Phone Cooroy RSL on 5447 6131.

Land of the phones THERE are more mobile phones than people in Australia and with smart devices continually advancing in capability, there’s never been a better time to take your mobile skills to the next level. For the first time, this year’s Heart of Gold (HOG) international short film festival is offering amateur filmmakers the opportunity to do just that from some of the industry’s leading minds at a series of master classes. Jennine Heymer, HOG marketing volunteer, board member and film industry pro said the master classes were added to the festival program to give people the chance to gain filmmaking knowledge using tools accessible to anyone. “Classes include Claymation, Zombie Movie Making and Professional Purposes and more,” she said. “Workshops are great for people wanting to learn how to use small devices like iPads and phones to create content for websites and online sharing. “It’s a great skill for local businesses to develop considering the incredible influence that video content has on marketing these days. Filmmaking is fun and something that can be done for professional purposes or just the sheer pleasure of creating something from scratch yourself.” Jennine said HOG will feature the likes of David Blackwell who will teach the Claymation master classes.

Learn how to make videos using your phone at one of the Heart of Gold workshops. “David comes to us with an incredible amount of experience in filmmaking and Claymation. Tyronne Curtis who is running the Zombie, Small devices and Professional Purposes workshops, has spent years in the industry and has perfected the art of small device filmmaking and teaching,” she said. “Our Cinematographers workshop is being equipped by Lemac

which is one of Australia’s leading gear hire houses and they are supplying the workshop with not only state of the art equipment but also one of their top technicians. “We’ve really tried to cater for all age groups and we even have grown-ups booking in for the Zombie and Claymation classes, I mean why not? The idea is for people to engage, learn new skills and have fun.”

The masterclasses are part of the Heart of Gold International Short Film Festival that will be held at the Gympie Civic Centre, 32 Mellor Street, Gympie, from 8 to 11 October. Spaces are filling up quickly. To book, visit www.heartofgold. com.au and go to the learnpage or call 5482 4547.

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The Getaway Plan are touring their new LP, Dark Horses.

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LIVE Friday night music is back at the Cooroy RSL just in time for the warm weather, with an impressive October line-up. Kicking off the return of the free entertainment is Stui Unplugged from 6pm on 9 October, followed by The Custard Apples on 16 October. Stui returns on 23 October and Shayne will close out the month on 30 October. For this month, don’t miss Col Meredith performing at the club on Saturday 26 September. All live music is free and open to members and guests of Cooroy RSL, Maple Street, Cooroy. Phone the club on 5447 6131 for more information.

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Owner and head chef Andrea Ravezzani has commended his “talented and passionate” team.

The Waterfront Restaurant and Bar has won the Best Italian category in the Awards for Excellence.

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the Best Italian category. Andrea is no stranger to achieving within the culinary industry, with a number of prestigious awards including a bronze medal in the Italian Cup culinary competition, silver at the Gastronomia Expo regional completion and bronze at the world culinary competition. More than 200 local restaurants,

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monthly meetings with special guests followed by a buffet breakfast to showcase local producers to members. Today (24 September) Slow Food Noosa will welcome Bede Mackenzie of Maleny Avocado Oil to share information about how they cold press their delicious avocados to make their product. The monthly Slow Food Noosa events are held at Peppers Noosa Resort and Villas, Little Hastings Street, Noosa Heads, at 7.45am for an 8am start. The cost is $24 for Slow Food members and $29 for

non-members and includes a buffet breakfast. The Slow Food Noosa Spring Picnic will be held at Kin Kin State School on Sunday 8 November from noon. The cost is $50 for members, $60 for non-members and $15 for children, with families most welcome. Remember to BYO wine and glasses, with everything else provided. For more information on the Spring Picnic or any other Slow Food Noosa event, visit www.slowfoodnoosa.com.

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It’s one crazy kitchen JOIN French Chef Pierre at the Ginger Factory from Monday 28 September to Friday 2 October for free school holiday entertainment. Prepare for a side-splitting morning as Chef Pierre entertains the family with hilarious kitchen capers, creating mischief and mayhem in his crazy Parisian kitchen. This comical French foodie is keen to add ginger to his menu, but knows nothing about the delicious spice. Luckily for Pierre, there is nothing like a visit to the Ginger Factory to set him straight. Join him on a journey of discovery as he explores different ways to use ginger in his cooking. Complete with songs, laughter and - ahem - questionable recipes, this chef definitely will not be appearing on MasterChef anytime soon. With two shows offered

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Council plans holiday fun for your kids COUNCIL’S venues and facilities are offering an exciting events program for kids of all ages these school holidays. The program provides free and low-cost activities such as craft workshops, puppet-making classes, fitness sessions, outdoor cinema screenings, learn-to-swim classes, kids disco, storytelling and more. Libraries and Galleries Manager Kerri Contini said the program offered something for children of all ages, from the Circus Playground at both libraries to the very special Family Night In at Cooroy Library that will explore the spirit of indigenous Australia. “Noosa Leisure Centre, Noosa Library Service, Noosa Aquatic Centre, Butter Factory Arts Centre, The J and Noosa Regional Gallery are all getting into the holiday spirit offering educational, safe, low-cost entertainment for local youngsters,” she said. Bookings are essential for some activities. For detailed information and to download a one-page program, visit council’s website at: www.noosa.qld.gov.au/school-holiday-activities.

Thursday 24 September: 11am: Snow White and the Seven Cool Dudes, The J Enjoy one of Jally’s fun performances at The J from 11am. Adults are $15, children $13 and vacation care groups are $12.

Council Program Quick Guide Daily: 12 noon: Inflatable Fun, Noosa Aquatic Centre Don’t miss the inflatable fun at Noosa Aquatic Centre from 12-3pm daily throughout the school holidays. Phone NAC on 5329 6580 for more information.

Friday 2 October: 6.30pm: Cooroy Rooftop Cinema, Cooroy Library Enjoy a G-rated movie thanks to Starry Nights Outdoor Movies and Noosa Council with entry by donation and all ages welcome. Head to the Cooroy Library rooftop with a picnic blanket for the special family event.

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Friday 25 September: 10am: Puppy Making, Noosa Library Get along to the Noosa Library for puppet making with Judy from the Puppet Hut. This is a free workshop but bookings are essential. Phone 5329 6555. Tuesday 29 September: 10.30am: Kidzone Disco, The J Fun disco for kids from 6 to 9 years. Cost is $6 per child and includes a DJ and jumping castle with a cafe open for parents. Thursday 1 October: 9am: Jumpin at the J, The J Five indoor jumping castle offer one hour sessions at 9am, 10am and 11am for kids aged 3 to 10 years. Cost is $10 per child with numbers limited.

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NOOSA GOLF THERE were 185 entrants for the single stableford played Tuesday 15 September. Scratch rating (M): 71.0. A grade: 1, Chuck Dahl, daily handicap 9, score 42; 2, Paul Neate, 11, 38; 3, Tony Carabetta, 11, 37. B grade: 1, Ron Gatliff, 14, 38; 2, Phil Griffiths, 18, 38; John Darcy, 13, 37. C grade: 1, Greg Peeler, 29, 40; 2, Geoff Kerr, 23, 38; 3, Warren Walker, 23, 37. Place getters: Lyndon Bruggy, 14, 37; Gary Wood, 9, 37; John Hillis, 9, 37; Dale Officer, 18, 37; Peter Kremers, 13, 36; Graham Dacombe, 14, 36; Shane Dunn, 11, 36; Derek Pousette, 16, 36; William Howard, 24, 36; Colin Dodd, 18, 36; Michael Meltzer, 22, 36; Andrew Egea, -1, 36. Nearest to pin (winning four balls) - A grade: 5th Laurie James, 7th Brett Le Moy, 10th Wayne Mallett, 12th Shaun Taylor. B grade: 5th Shane Taylor, 7th Gary Tye, 10th Donald O’Donnell, 12th Peter Lyall. C grade: 5th Denis Daebritz, 7th Neal Moloney, 12th Martin Ashworth. Sweepstakes: 1, Tony Carabetta; 2, Gary Wood; 3, Peter Kremers. There were 161 entrants for the Noosa Lakes competition played on Saturday 19 September. Scratch rating (M): 72.0. A grade: 1, Keith Horne, 3, 72; 2, Ray Egge, 12, 72.

B grade: 1, Chris Misios, 14, 70; 2, Clark Plasier, 18, 71. C grade: 1, Paul Best, 25, 66; 2, Cooper Clarke, 23, 67. Place getters: Douglas Byrnes, 18, 71. Overall winners: 1, Douglas Byrnes, 18, 138; 2, Paul Best, 25, 139. Gross winner: 1, Doug Slein, 3, 155; 2, A Grosvener, 3, 158. There were 160 entrants for the Noosa Lakes competition played on Sunday 20 September. Scratch rating (M): 72.0. A grade: 1, Mark Cronin, 10, 70; Peter Buhk, 10, 70. B grade: Douglas Byrnes, 17, 68; Gary Peters, 14, 70. C grade: Bryce Payton, 21, 70; Robert Upham, 20, 71. Place getters: Stephen Baker, 15, 71. LADIES Results for Monday 14 September - Single Stableford - Field of 49 A grade: winner Gay Thompson 38cb, RunnerUp Jeni Archer 38. NTP on 7 Norma Beard, NTP on 12 Gay Thompson. Ball Rundown Jean Beasley 37cb, Beth Officer 37cb, Arlene Penlington 37cb, Julie Dale 37cb, Noreen Flood 37, Pauline Hull 36cb, Diane Meade 36, Joy Esden 35cb. Results for Thursday 17 September - Single Stableford - Field of 86 A grade: winner Linda Laws 38, runner-up Arlene Penlington 37cb, third Marilyn Leslie 37.B grade: Gwen Brindisi 38, Julie Dale 37, Jan

Phillips 36cb. NTP on 7 Gwen Steel and Julie Dale. NTP on 12 Robyn Vincent, Second Shot on 10 Sharon Vickers. Ball rundown Norma Beard 36cb, Danice Blichfeldt 36cb, Patricia Corben 36, Lois Leslie 35cb, Delys Murray 35cb, Robyn McManus 35cb, Sandra Fortington 35cb, Shirley Rogers 35cb, Sandra Kiely 35cb, Marylou Shaw 35cb, Rhoda Schenk 35, Gay Thompson 34cb, Marg Colwell 34cb, Cheril Kane 34, Maureen Burgess 33cb, Gwen Steel 33cb, Gayna Ryan 33cb, Diane Meade 33cb, Kathleen Male 33cb. NOOSA PAR 3 GOLF MONTHLY MUG RESULTS: A grade: 1, Kim Gunness, 51, 2, David Gerrard, 52. B grade: 1, Gwen Whitehead, 51; Leo Sorrenson, 52. A gross: Kim Gunness, 58. B gross: David Stoked (3 way countback), 68. Greens Hit (donated by Keith and Denise). A grade: 2 X 6 packs, Mark Prosser and Studley Martin, 6 B grade: 2 X 6 packs, David Stokes, 4. Nearest to pin: 1st Kim Gunness, 3rd, Kim Gunness, 5th, Barry Slater. 12th Ladies: Ella Angelides, 16th David Gerrard. Drawn For Par: 9th, 6 balls, Patricia Bloor Ball Rundown Nett: Chris Perry, 53; Maurie Bloor, 53; David Stokes, 53; Tony Ho, 54; John Nickel, 54; Mary Hitchin, 55; Jean Beasley, 55; Darren Simmonds, 55; Chris Rowlinson, 55; David Whitehead, 55. Members Draw 6 pack: Gwen Whitehead.

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By ALASDAIR SCOTT A TARGET of 2015 laps for the inaugural Eumundi and District Swim Club’s Swimathon was literally smashed out of the water on Saturday 12 September. The morning drizzle didn’t dampen the occasion as a number of junior swimmers clocked up fantastic personal tallies, many exceeding over 100 laps each. Leading the way and starting before the sun had even come up, was the man affectionately known as ‘Big Pete.’ A pool regular, Pete Goesch went above and beyond his own target of 253 laps, to record an astonishing 300 laps. His monumental effort in the pool was matched by his fund-raising, which made up a substantial part of the $1800 plus total raised. “I'm happy to do it for the kids,” said a tired, but delighted ‘Slim Pete’, who was

Pete Goesch, left, with Club President George Brook, put in an impressive 300 laps for the Swimathon. presented with a box of vegies and a car care hamper in recognition of his support for the club. Congratulations to all those who took part, with special mention to Mitchell (220 laps), Abbie (210) and Amali (160 laps), who helped towards a terrific total of 2093 laps.

It was a fun morning and the children certainly earned and enjoyed their barbecue breakfast! Swim Club starts again on Thursday 8 October, new members are always welcome to join our family friendly club. For more information please email eumundi@widebayswimming.org.au.

It was on for young and old at the Eumundi and District Swim Club’s Swimathon last Saturday. Thursday, 24 September, 2015 | NOOSA TODAY 51

SPORTTODAY Spinnakers flying on Lake Cootharaba. Picture: JULIE HARTWIG PHOTOGRAPHY

‘Team Sunshine’ kicks off By DEAN SMALLMAN

Come and try sailing By SUE GERMAIN THE racing season has begun at the Lake Cootharaba Sailing Club in Boreen Point. Club racing for juniors, monohulls, catamarans, trailer sailers and sailboards is held each Sunday for members, and visitors are always welcome. On Friday 25 and Saturday 26 September, the club will be running its annual Try Sailing days for adults as well juniors. These days are a great opportunity for individuals or a family to come along and see what LCSC is all about and experience the exciting and rewarding sport of sail-

ing. The club owns a small fleet of Vagabonds that make for very stable training dinghies and can easily accommodate both adults and children. The club also has sailboards, catamarans, lasers and skiffs available for learners to use. LCSC is a family orientated, notfor-profit organisation and is reliant on its volunteer members to organise both on-water and shore based activities. New members, both sailing and social, are always welcome to help out with any activity around the club, including canteen duties for those with a flair for feeding the hungry masses after a hard session on the lake or assisting with the race

management side of things. You may not have any experience in race management but that's not a problem, because members are taught basic skills to be able to detect wind direction and set courses for the competitors, or maybe to act as a timekeeper for the starts and finishes. One thing you can be sure of is that there is a job here for you! Weekly training sessions are conducted most Sunday mornings by Yachting Australia accredited coaches and there is no charge for training for club members. There is also no charge for use of club boats. There is plenty of competition for the more experienced sailors. Besides the weekly club compe-

tition, the club holds four annual regattas that attract competitors from all over the state and beyond. LCSC also hosts state and national championships for many classes of boats with sailors travelling from across Australia and overseas to compete. If you want to get into a sport that the whole family can do together, think about sailing. It is never to late to learn. Whether you want to sail alone, with a partner or even with the whole family, there will be a boat to suit your needs. See www.lcsc.org.au for further details or email secretary@lcsc.org. au or phone 54853352.

Tewantin aces tournament By DANIEL CARROLL ONCE again the Tewantin Tennis Club, in conjunction with Tennis Seniors Queensland hosted the prestigious International Tennis Federation (ITF) grade three Sunshine Coast Senior Championships over four days –18 to 21 September. This is an annual event at the picturesque Tewantin Tennis Club. The tournament attracted approximately 200 international, interstate and local competitors, all vying for world ranking points in their respective age groups ranging from 35 and over to 75 and over events. Singles, doubles and mixed doubles were featured over the four day event which has been held at the club for the last few years. The level of tennis was outstanding with large crowds in attendance each day. Players and spectators alike were treated to a selection of gourmet foods and beverages. A very big thank you to all of the wonderful Tewantin Tennis Club volunteers who gave up their valuable time to provide such a terrific event. These types of events not only add prestige to the Tewantin Tennis Club, it also provides a great boost to our local economy. Tennis is for everyone at Tewantin Tennis Club, a friendly, welcoming, community -based club which caters for all levels of play from beginner to elite standards. The club boasts 10 synthetic grass courts and provides social tennis seven days per week, professional coaching, in-house junior and senior competitions. For more information visit the club website at www.tennis.com.au/ttc or phone club professional Daniel Carroll 0421 328 384.

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WITH the 2015/’16 Surf Lifesaving Season kicking off again last weekend, there’s no doubt this past year will go down as a one for the record books for the Sunshine Beach SLSC. Our Nipper and Surf Sports Programs both reached unprecedented heights and performed well beyond expectations to claim Branch, State and National success in all areas including; Pool Rescue, Surf Rescue, Open Water and Board Riding events. And with coaches Max Pettigrove and Alex Austin back on deck, along with Olympic and Lifesaving Legend Clint Robinson joining this dynamic coaching team, this season again shapes as another big one for the ‘Team Sunshine’ outfit. The Surf Club has also seen a number of its outstanding and dedicated volunteers recognised for their efforts with both Jo and Warick Redwood winning the Rookie Coach and Volunteer of the Year awards respectively at both the Branch and State level. The club’s two time Competitor of the Year Nick Sloman also added the Branch Athlete of the Year Award to his overflowing resume in what was an unbelievable season for the club’s resident Superfish! But when it comes to the core business of any surf club, it's the lifesaving program and the sanctity of those iconic red and yellow flags that matters most, and that is where the Sunshine Beach SLSC certainly leads the way. Club captain Scott Summers is once again at the helm of the Sunshine Beach Patrolling Team, and it’s a job that he takes very seriously with a passion and dedication seldom seen in this volunteer organisation. Since taking on the role of club captain, Scott has overseen a marked increase in patrolling members from 86 to 145, along with a complete refurbishment of the club’s essential lifesaving patrol equipment. It is certainly through his commitment and leadership that the Sunshine Beach club is now at the forefront of volunteer patrolling services here on the Sunshine Coast. So it was certainly fitting reward when Scott, the reigning Branch Club Captain of the Year, was this season awarded the Branch’s Lifesaver of the Year Award. Scott then recently attended the State Excellence Awards as the branch’s representative, but was just pipped at the post for the State’s Top Lifesaver Award. But as a fitting recognition, Scott was awarded the silver medal as the branch nominee for the Clive Hammond OAM Award for Services and Dedication to Lifesaving. It was certainly a very well deserved and tremendous reward for the type of member that every club craves. But, luckily for the Sunshine Beach team, Scott will once again be leading from the front as their volunteers hit the beach this weekend to kick off the 2015/’16 Patrol Season. noosa.starcommunity.com.au

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Juniors in touch with games IT FELT like summer was already with us last Wednesday with the weather and the hot touch action heating up the afternoon. In Under 10 action, Amigos accounted for Tewantin Legends with Zak, Josh, Jobi and Ben all playing well. GSLC 1 proved too strong for Dancers this round. Charles, William and Dylan all had mighty games. In a close result, Cooroy boys just took the win against GSLC 2 with Lachlan, Alaska and Fletcher playing strongly. Sunshine Beach had a hardfought win against GSLC girls as Regan, Lil and Luca led the way for their teams.

Grace, Layne and Zoe had great games. In the Under 14/16 boys division both the BAZ and NDSHS 15's attack looked sharp with the strength of the BAZ defensive line proving the difference. Harrison, Tom L and Ed stood tall for their team mates. Even a gutsy effort by the younger NDSHS 7/8â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s boys didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t help against a polished performance by GSLC 2 with Jayden, Rueben and Hayden producing strong individual performances. The NCC team were gallant in defeat this week against Dodgers. James S, James C and Jett all had stellar games. A game that went down to the wire between NDSHS 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and St Brazzaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s got the ball rolling in the

Pink Thunder never gave up in their match with Purple Strikers with the Strikers being the eventual winners. Paige, Anna and Sophie had awesome games. The Banana Splits girls gave the Ryanos boys a run for their money in the first game of the Under 12 division. The Splits pushed them for the entire game before Ryanos took the points. Georgia, Levi and Parker were all standouts in the game. The whole-team attacking flair of Flaming Piggies and an under strength Warriors was evident in their match-up this time around with Armin, Zac and Lochie producing first rate games. Panthers and Tewantin played well with Panthers taking the win.

Under 14/16 girls division with St Brazzaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in front by one touchdown at the final siren. Pip,Tenay and Sophie were nominated as the players of the day. In another close encounter, Wimmers dug deep to earn the win over GSLC with Shauna, Jemma and Lexie all having terrific games. SBSHS took every opportunity over NDSHS 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s with Holly, Maya and Georgia making some smart decisions on the field. Our junior competition now has a two week break for the school holidays with the junior season recommencing the first week back in the school term. Please remember to check our website. Until the next touchdown.

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Club stalwarts farewelled By DOUG McCONNELL THIS week members of the Noosa Croquet Club gathered to farewell long-term club members John and Helen Philpot. John, a past president, and Helen have returned to Tasmania to be closer to family. Pennant play in the golf format is almost at season end. Noosa Blue, missing captain Rob Moncrieff, played Bribie Island to a draw (5:5). Niven Gugich won both of his singles, defeating Dennis Green (7:3) and Rick Byres (7:0). Hans van Moorst fell to Bribieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dick Byres (7:2) and to Dennis Green (7:3). In the doubles, John Brock and Peter Richardson - playing his first game - narrowly won against Bribieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ruth Ludlow and Sandy Frazer (10:9), while Niven and Hans defeated Dennis Green and Rick Byres (10:3). Noosa Reds, also in the golf format played Coolum at Coolum. Again, the Noosa team was missing regular player Margaret Lewins, yet managed to end on top with six matches to four. Belinda Anstock, playing her first pennant match, more than kept up with her seasoned team mates Stewart McConnell, John Olsen and Brian Rudd.

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A NEW series of weekly dance classes for the over-50s has been launched in Tewantin. The new â&#x20AC;&#x153;Yes, You Can Dance!â&#x20AC;? weekly classes cater for all ages, fitness and mobility levels and aimed at giving the over-50s a fun way to improve health and wellbeing. This new series offers three different classes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Basic Ballet and Basic Jazz, both for active and mobile over-50s; and Dance for Mobility for people with issues from ageing such as, arthritis, osteoporosis, reduced joint mobility and muscle strength and flexibility or other conditions such as Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Multiple Sclerosis or stroke. With more than 35 years professional experience as a dancer, choreographer and educator, Gail Hewton began RIPE Dance in 2012 to teach dance to older adults of all abilities and is now expanding classes to share the joy and benefits of dance with more people in the Noosa area. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Over my years of teaching I have seen how dance has transformed peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives and the research is showing clear evidence that dancing provides older adults including those with mobility issues with physical, cognitive, emotional and social benefits,â&#x20AC;? Gail said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dance not only improves balance and coordination, helps prevent falls and reduce the risk of dementia it also improves our quality of life â&#x20AC;&#x201C; people who dance are happier.â&#x20AC;? The ballet and jazz classes will suit those who have no dance experience or those who have and are a bit rusty and need a reintroduction at an appropriate pace and level. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The classes for people with mobility issues are about possibilities not limitations with options to dance seated, standing, holding on to something, behind a chair, between tables â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the emphasis is on what you can do, not what you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t,â&#x20AC;? Gail explained.

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SPORTTODAY

Max Pheiter with a nice flathead from the Maroochy River.

The Dolphins Under-16 Premiership team. Picture: SCRU

Entertaining play is in the air for juniors By JOE JURISEVIC WARM and breezy conditions greeted teams at Sunshine Coast Stadium on Sunday 13 September for the Sunshine Coast Junior Rugby Union Grand Finals and the large crowd was treated to entertaining rugby to finish the season for 2015. A tough finish for the Noosa Dolphins had just one Premiership trophy secured in the cabinet for 2015 with the Under-16 team taking out its grand final against Brothers 17-8. The U15s were unlucky to lose a close encounter with SCGS 11-7 with Leo Enkelman scoring the Dolphins’ only try with the conversion by Jock Hansson. The U18s were unable to contain SCGS in their final with the score of 23-7. Other results saw Brothers win their first ever junior premiership winning the U14s final 19-15 in a close encounter with Flinders. The U12s saw SCGS start their day off in style defeating Uni 42-19 and the U13s SCGS defeating Brothers 29-12. The club’s thanks to all coaches, managers, club officials, parents and players for an enjoyable season of rugby.

Alex Moses makes a break with the ball.

Classic chrome set to shine at Noosa MORE than $10 million worth of classic cars will come to Noosa on Sunday 4 October for the annual Noosa Beach Classic Car Show. The event is to be held at the Noosa Heads Lions Park where event-goers will see collectable, exotic and classic cars making this one of the East Coast’s most prestigious car shows. From humble beginnings in 1988 with just 17 cars on show, the event has grown to more than 220 cars featured last year. Event organisers he Noosa Beach Classic Car Club said this year’s show will host Jaguar as the

Marque of the Year and all models will be well-represented along with many other stunning and interesting makes of cars. The Noosa Beach Classic Car Show will run from 9am to 3pm with entry only $10 per adult and children under 14 free. For a gold coin donation, a shuttle bus is available from Noosa Junction bus station on the corner of Lanyana Way and Cooyar Street throughout the day. All proceeds from the show are donated to local charities. For more information, visit www.noosacarclub.com.

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More than $10 million worth of classic cars are expected to be on show at the 2015 Noosa Beach Classic Car Show on Sunday 4 October.

School holidays means fishing fun! By JACK MANGROVE THE Noosa river has been a hive of activity with the school kids on holidays. Whiting have been prolific along Gympie Terrace with good quality fish to 42cm taking fresh bait such as pippies, worms and yabby. For those of you that like lures, targeting fish using poppers is great fun. In Woods Bays there have been some quality trevally taken over the past week. Giant trevally and tea leaf trevally have been the most prominent with the odd golden among them. Fishing first thing in the morning or late afternoon has been giving the best results. Out towards the mouth things have been really going well with flathead, tailor large bream and the old mangrove Jack at night have all been on the hit list. The sandbags at the dog beach have been another prime spot where large flathead have been feeding on lightly waited pilchards and hardy heads. On the beach there has been a pilgrimage up towards Northshore with an endless row of four wheel drives making their way up towards the Teewah camping grounds. The area between Teewah and Double Island has been fishing exceptionally well for good quality tailor as well as whiting, large brim and big dart. Baits such as pilchards, fresh mullet and bonito strips have worked really well. The odd jewie has also been taken at night. Offshore things have been relatively quiet with the high winds and big seas seeing most anglers leave their boats on the trailer. For those who have got out, Sunshine Reef has started to produce some nice trout and sweet lip with the warmer water. Anglers with bigger boats that made the trip out to the banks earlier in the week were well rewarded with quality snapper, pearl perch and spangled emperor. While out on the reef, why not give soft plastics a go. Large jerk shad type soft plastics and grub style soft plastics have been working extremely well. Get your soft plastic to the bottom and just lift up a couple of winds and let the plastic do the work with the motion of the boat. Davo’s Tackle World in Noosa is running a fantastic junior fishing competition over the school holidays, entry is free and there are some fantastic prizes to be won. For more information phone the shop or give them a call. So, on behalf of Jack Mangrove, best of luck on your fishing adventures! noosa.starcommunity.com.au

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Sunshine Beach goes for gold SUNSHINE BEACH SLSC Club has excelled at this year’s Queensland Endurance Championships held at Coolangatta on the Southern Gold Coast at the weekend. With light off-shore winds and a 1-1.5 metre swell peeling around the corner from the famous Snapper Rocks, conditions were considered perfect for the event. Sunshine once again had a large contingent across all age groups with Masters Al Johnstone and Claire cleaning up early with gold medals in the 4km run and 2km swim respectively. Not to be outdone was Max Pettigrove first Under 15 4km board and Max Moore first Under 14 4km board. The club also picked up medals to Francesca McKinley second Under 12 1km swim, Abby Tolano second Under 12 2km board, Max Smallman third Under 14 2km swim, Charley McKinley second Under 14 2km run, Nick Sloman third Under 19 2km swim and Jason Hooper second U44 2km swim. With six competitors alone in the Under 12 age group, Sunshine was by far the most dominant team in this age group putting itself in a

Max Moore – Gold Medal Under 14 4km board.

Jayden Morrow (Noosa 4th), Max Smallman (Sunshine Beach 3rd) and Ruben Zikarsky (Maroochydore 2nd).

Under 12 Girls - LuLu Johnstone, Abbie Tolano, Francesca McKinley, Fraya Wilson and Grace Otto.

great position for the upcoming Nipper carnival season which kicks off at Rainbow Beach on 17 October. These results come on top of their huge successes at the recent State and National Pool Rescue championships and continue on from their amazing season in the previous summer when Sunshine was crowned

team all fired up for what is expected to be another stellar season. Dave Gleeson and his team have been working long hours to ensure the club will deliver a program that will not only educate the Under 7s to Under 14s in respect to beach safety, but will entrench community values

not just Aggregate champion for yet another year, but won awards for Volunteer of the year, Lifesaver of the Year, Rookie Coach of the Year and Athlete of the Year. This Sunday sees the start of the Nippers season for Sunshine Beach SLSC, with the Junior Activities

that are so important to this great local club. Anyone interested in getting involved with Nippers at Sunshine Beach SLSC, then come on down this Sunday from 7.45am and have all questions answered as it’s not too late to join the club.

Lifesavers report safe surfing and good behaviour By RON LANE THE first weekend of the lifesavers patrol season is over and happy to relate our three clubs gave a positive report regarding beach safety and crowd control. Both Peregian and Sunshine Beach reported big seas and big crowds. At Sunshine, jet rescue ski patrols were vigilant and this enables patrols to maintain good crowd control. Over the hill at Noosa, Main Beach also experienced safe surfing and again the big crowds enjoyed the family atmosphere. The managers of the Noosa and Sunshine Beach Supporter Clubs reported good trading, with the school holidays drawing big crowds. Both have expressed their sincere thanks to the visitors for their support and extend a big welcome to all our visitors. noosa.starcommunity.com.au

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Don’t forget that the money spent in these clubs goes to the senior lifesaving club, thus enabling them to maintain state-of-the-art equipment required to maintain a high level in all aspects of beach safety. The recently completed Battle of the Rising Stars, a talent quest for our young up-and-coming singers and instrumentalists held at the Noosa Surf Club, was definitely a success. In keeping with the club policy of more involvement in the community - in particular with events involving our youth - club manager Anton Mogg said: “This venture has been very successful and we look forward

to more functions such as this. Also our congratulations to all involved in the organising and the judging, very well done. We look forward to working together in the future.” Steve Mawby and his support group reported another good Saturday morning for our little Seahorse Nippers. These big-hearted, happy-golucky little kids are a joy to behold. As we have said before, the Seahorse Nippers would have to be one of the truly great success stories in the 87-year history of the Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club. Again we thank the local council for their support regarding the car park facility and also the surf club members who run it. Without this arrangement a lot of families would back away. Last weekend, lifesavers from all major clubs in Queensland gathered

at Tweed Heads and Coolangatta S.L.S.C to contest the Queensland Endurance Championships. For Noosa it was indeed a very successful carnival with a staggering 22 gold medals,11 silver and 5 bronze; making it one of its most successful carnivals ever. It makes the outcome more satisfying when we take into consideration that the medals were won in all categories of events; ski paddle, board race surf swimming and beach runs. As the name implies, events are over the longer courses 1, 2, and 4klms, not the usual short races of the summer carnivals. “The events which catered for members from Under 11 through to Open saw some incredible performances,” said team manager Bruce Warren. “With so many medals it is hard

to pinpoint individual members. However two of our Under 11s were outstanding with Ben Lorentson winning the 1klm surf swim and Will Peterson coming second in the 2klm board race and third in the 2klm beach run. For these two young lads it was a great performance.” Sunday, 3 October will be the last of the endurance races when lifesavers will contest the annual Coolangatta Gold on the Gold Coast. Noosa and Sunshine Beach are usually well represented in this event. From then on it will be back into the short course carnivals. Rounds 1 and 2 of the Nutri Grain Series will be held at Coolum Beach on 27 and 28 November. The last time Coolum hosted this event the seas were big; real championship surf where only the best prevail.

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