Noosa Today - 07th January 2016

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PEOPLE OF THE

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By JOLENE OGLE EACH year Noosa Today celebrates a local who has done outstanding work in the community to help make Noosa an even better place to live by naming a Person of the Year in the first edition back.

But this year, we couldn’t possibly refine our celebration to just one

person. Throughout 2015 the Noosa community has shown unwavering support and empathy for locals who have fallen on hard times, are doing it tough, or simply need a helping hand and for this we are proud to announce the entire community as Noosa Today’s 2015 People of the Year.

Noosa Today held two charity

drives in 2015 and both times we were overwhelmed with the support shown.

In August, we called for donations of socks and jocks for the homeless and were inundated. The donations were passed on to the Nambour Community Centre for the annual Homeless Connect Day. Of all the donations available to the homeless on the day, the socks and

jocks donated by Noosa Today readers were the first to go, demonstarting the demand for clean underwear.

In November, we called on the community to donate to the annual Noosa Today Christmas Cheer Campaign in aid of the Sunshine Coast Basket Brigade, who delivered much-needed hampers to 325 people doing it tough this Christmas.

Every year we are humbled with the kind donations that flow in for this drive – and this year was no different. Those who stepped up included Cooroy State School students Elizabeth Delley and Lauren Hewitt, who collected 540 books from their schoolmates to donate to the Christmas hampers.

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Tribute to the Anzacs THEY were bakers, clerks, coach drivers and farmers, who left their homes in Noosa Shire to set sail for a bloody war on foreign lands.

They were the husbands, brothers, fathers and friends who would never return to sunny Noosa, would never see their family again and would be laid to rest in soils far away.

From 1914 to 1918, townsfolk farewelled their brave men, many of whom were unaware of the horror that awaited them at Gallipoli and the Western Front, but were determined to fulfil their duty.

Last year marked 100 years since Gallipoli, with Noosa

Today commemorating the occasion with a special Anzac edition published on 23 April to honour the local heroes who sacrificed so much to protect our country.

The Noosa community came together to honour the memory of all who have served and the Noosa Heads Surf Club hosted a special on-beach service for Anzac Day that included a special monologue and a re-enactment of the landing of Gallipoli.

Thousands of locals turned out to the special service, with many more honouring the Anzacs at a number of services held throughout the shire.

NEWSMAKERS

Betty’s burgers back BETTY’S iconic $1 burgers made a comeback in 2015 to help raise funds for local Ursula Lockwood, who has suffered from Multiple Sclerosis (MS) for over 15 years.

Back when Hastings Street was a dirt road and Noosa Woods was a caravan park, Betty sold her iconic burgers that today conjure images of sunsoaked days spend surfing the waves at Noosa Main Beach when food was cheap and the surf was good.

More than a decade since Betty Wallace, 82, last flipped a burger, the food-van queen was back at Acres Juicebar on Saturday 14 February where more than 800 burgers were sold to raise $1800 for Ursula.

The iconic Betty Wallace with Acres Juicebar owners Katie and Margot Newman, who hosted the fundraiser in February this year that saw the long awaited comeback of Betty’s famous burgers.

The end of an era for the bowlers at Noose Heads Bowls Club.

Picture: BARRY ALSOP, Eyes Wide Open Images

The end for bowls club MEMBERS of the Noosa Heads Bowls Club (NHBC) played their last game at the Noosa Junction site on Saturday 2 May. Club members gathered to play their final games on the greens and to commemorate the 45 year history of the club with an official closing ceremony that included speeches, presentations, afternoon tea and a ceremonial ‘last bowl’ by the longest serving member, former Noosa mayor Bert Wansley.

Some tears were shed but laughter also echoed over the greens as the members recalled some of the club’s finest moments and celebrated the lifelong friendships that had been formed.

Members have continued to play the game they love at other clubs including Tewantin-Noosa, Coolum, Nambour, Cooroy and others, while the site lies dormant while a suitable development plan is created.

Legends hail surf status

The soldiers of the Cooroy District 1914-18.

ON FRIDAY 6 March, Noosa National Park was officially recognised as a National Surfing Reserve, ending a 16-month campaign to win Noosa the elite status.

Surfing legends travelled far and wide, along with politicians and the local community to gather at the National Park to celebrate the prestigious awarding of the Surfing Reserve status.

The fight for the honour was a hard slog, led by the unrelenting surfing legend and Noosa Today columnist Phil Jarratt and a team of dedicated locals.

In his speech to the gathered crowd, Phil said the National Surfing Reserve status was something Noosa should be extremely proud of and it couldn’t have been done without the community and committee’s support.

Noosa Today columnist and long-time local Ron Lane helps to unveil the National Surfing Reserve plaque that sits proudly upon a rock at Noosa National Park.

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NEWSMAKERS

Elmes defies political shift NOOSA MP Glen Elmes was among seven local members who held onto their seats following a shock State Election in January 2015.

Queensland turned to a sea of red as voter preference shifted towards Labor, but the LNP secured a pocket of blue on the Sunshine Coast with all previous members retaining their seats.

Following his win, Mr Elmes said many commitments from the previous LNP Government were now “out the door”, with the local member saying he would have to “start the fight all over again” in Parliament.

Mr Elmes’ announcement was met with disappointment, with Noosa locals hoping a pre-election promise to rid the Noosa River of rotting boathouses would be possible.

Mr Elmes said the change of government meant he would have to start over again.

Right: LNP supporters Brad Smart, Jeff Page and Sam Scanlon with candidate Glen Elmes, second from left, at the Noosa Baptist Church polling booth.

Election race heats up firmed they would not stand again, ending more than 40 years in local government between them.

Others nominations for the elections include current president of the Noosa Ratepayers Association Brian Stockwell, NPA secretary Ingrid Jackson, Cooroy RSL marketing manager Elaine Williams, local Ken Coleman, and USC lecturer Steven Boyd, with more announcements expected in the coming weeks.

Candidacy announcements from Noosa Greens member Aaron White and ALP party member Mark Denham were met with mixed reactions from the public as their candidacy marks the entry of party politics into local government elections.

THE race for the 2016 local government elections to be held in March 2016 began early, with a number of current councillors announcing their candidacy.

Cr Tony Wellington was the first to announce he will run for mayor in the elections, with Cr Sandy Bolton declaring she too will contest the mayoral seat and former Noosa councillor Ray Kelly also throwing his hat into the ring.

Incumbents Frank Wilkie, Frank Pardon and Joe Jurisevic have announced they will run in the elections too as councillor candidates.

After many years at the forefront of local government, current Noosa mayor Noel Playford and deputy mayor Bob Abbot con-

PM draws protesters FORMER Prime Minister Tony Abbott visited Noosa in April 2015 to have lunch with Deputy Prime Minister and Wide Bay MP Warren Truss.

The former PM dropped into a local cafe to grab a coffee before making his way to Hastings Street for lunch and selfies with locals.

The day was marked by what were said to be the first protests in Hastings Street since the caravan park was closed more than 30 years ago.

A same-sex marriage rally and Indigenous rights protest were held to deliberately coincide with Mr Abbott’s visit, and drew large crowds of supporters and spectators.

Former PM Tony Abbott posed for a selfie when he made a whirlwind visit to Noosa in April to meet with long-time supporter and Deputy Prime Minister Warren Truss.

Sad closure of hospice AFTER weeks of speculation, the Sunshine Hospice finally confirmed the temporary closure of its facilities in late December.

The much-loved Katie Rose Cottage closed its doors due to “financial difficulties”, with board chairman Dr Frank Lewins saying the decision was “unpleasant” but necessary until the “financial picture becomes healthier”.

Since opening in 2010, more than 200 people have died at the community palliative care facility that has been run by volunteers and a small amount of paid staff.

The 2016 local government elections are expected to be held in March this year.

The news saddened the community, but Dr Lewins said the board would consolidate revenue through the organisation’s charity shops, revise the business model and communicate more effectively the charity’s situation to the wider community into the future.

Right: Former hospice volunteer Claire Exley, who sadly passed away earlier this year, with vice-president Pat Mulhall, executive officer John Bartsch and chairman Dr Frank Lewins.

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PHOTOGRAPHS

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Images that left a mark

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Last year was jam-packed with community spirit, important anniversaries, terrible events and history-making protests.

NOOSA TODAY takes a look back at the images that left a mark in 2015.

2015 marked the 100 year anniversary of Anzac. The dawn service at Noosa Main Beach drew between 10,000 and 12,000 people, who stood on the shore to pay their respects to those who have served their country.

2015 marked the 20th anniversary of the local lobby group who fought to build Noosa’s wellloved Aquatic Centre. Maggie and Addison McGary along with Molly and Mike Hopper and Chantelle and Mason Gilbert say thank you to the steering committee who helped build the pool they now swim in.

Protesters for equality and rights joined together to march on former Prime Minister Tony Abbott when he dropped into Noosa for a lunch event early last. The protesters, one for marriage equality and the other for land rights, made history when they came together to form a single protest demanding rights and equality.

Community spirit was high at the inaugural Paddle in Pink event in August. The 180 participants jumped on paddle boards, boats, kayaks and surf skis to raise $3500 for the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

Fire tore through the iconic Classic Malibu Surfboard building in January, leaving two local businesses gutted. The popular business has been a cornerstone of the Noosa community for over 20 years.

Former Prime Minister Tony Abbott paid Noosa a visit in April this year and drew big crowds of supporters and protesters alike.

Noosa Council development planner Jack Lewis took advantage of the massive swell at Sunshine Beach after devastating storms hit North Brisbane in May. The day will forever be remembered as one of the best surfing days for those brave enough to paddle out.

The annual Santa’s Classy Helpers pop-up department store was another success, with over 300 families doing it tough able to access the store and shop for free to get everything they need for the holiday season.

The store is stocked with thousands of donated items that are tirelessly collected throughout the year thanks to Santa’s Classy Helpers, led by local business owner Lorraine Kenway.

Noosa locals also came out in support of fundraising events, such as the annual John Piercy Memorial Golf Day, organised by the Smile for a Child charity and held at Noosa Golf Club in March, which raised over $25,000 for five local charities.

The community also came together to help families in need through a number of public appeals for help.

People responded with gusto when local mum Petra Geitl launched a fundraising campaign in 2014 to buy a wheelchair-friendly car for her son, Jack, 10, who has cerebral palsy.

In March 2015, thanks to fundraising events and local business support, Petra was able to raise the $25,000 needed to buy the modified car to help transport her son to school.

The community came together again in September when the Vietnam Veterans’ Association launched an appeal to raise $25,000 for a Tewantin family in need of a Smart Pup. Parents Sabine and Warren Laidlaw were concerned for their 12-year-old son Ziggy, who is non-verbal autistic and had reached an age where he liked to explore and had been found dangerously close to busy roads.

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Friends rally for burial

It’s the end of the line for fishing icon FOURTH generation fisherman and wellknown local Trevor Clarey will hang up his pen, marking the end of a vocal campaign to protect commercial fishing in the Noosa shire.

As well as retiring from the fight, Trevor has announced he will not renew his licence, ending more than five decades of commercial fishing.

“I leave Noosa’s commercial fishing industry by firstly paying my respects to those pioneering commercial fishing families who laid the platform of best management practices for sustainability of our public resource,” he said.

“The much-revered Massoud, Chaplins, Tedfords, Ross, Blankennees, Patemans and Parkyns are some of them. They enforced the weekend time closure, net sizes and fishing methods.”

Trevor has also been a vocal advocate of the commercial fishing industry in Noosa, meeting with officials to protect the industry, as well as pushing for positive change to create a sustainable practice.

Together with his fellow fighters, Trevor has helped introduce by-catch and turtle exclusion devices to the industry.

“One hasn’t read or viewed dead turtles as a consequence of trawl/turtle interaction since these devices became compulsory in the 1999 East Coast Trawl Management plan,” Trevor said. “Take a bow, industry.”

Other achievements throughout Trevor’s time include the introduction of vessel monitoring systems to help protect Laguna Bay, the fixing of the always-moving trawl boundary line to define the Laguna Bay trawl area, and the introduction of crew li-

cences to allow a master fisher to have family and friends on board as part of the operations.

Personally, Trevor said he had had many proud moments, such as being nominated to lead the newly formed NICA in 1996, being asked by many locals to “toss his hat into the council elections ring”, and being asked to pay tribute to Howard Parkyn at his funeral.

One of Trevor’s most touching moments was “being asked by the Bickle and Richardson families to help dress Daphne’s dad ‘Ol Joe Richardson’ in trawl and mullet net to send him in his net boat up to Saint Peter”.

Trevor has also graced the pages of local papers many times with passionate letters to the editor about the local fishing industry.

“Through the many years of letter writing, I’ve had only two negative responses, a pretty good result,” Trevor said.

Throughout his years of fighting for the industry, Trevor said he must pay tribute to Noosa’s former MP Cate Molloy, who often discussed local issues with Trevor.

“When local issues arose, she would call an audience of myself and fellow fishers for local industry input,” he said.

“She didn’t shoot her mouth off or go to print, like others have done, before arming herself with the industry’s position. For that I will always admire the lady. Thank you, Cate.”

Trevor will continue to fish recreationally, but with his 72nd birthday just around the corner he said it was time to hang up the pen and enjoy the good life.

When asked for a final sign off, Trevor said: “Cheers and good fishing.”

FRIENDS and family of Nathan Thorn, the victim of a brutal stabbing in Tewantin just days after Christmas, have rallied together to raise funds for his funeral.

The Go-Fund-Me page, which was created 3 January, has already raised $515 but still has a long way to go to reach its $5000 goal.

Mr Thorn, who was considered a kind and caring person by his friends, was found collapsed in the middle of Ernest Street at Tewantin with multiple stab wounds late last year.

Robert John Nott, 38, of Peregian Springs, has been charged with one count of murder over the death of Mr Thorn and is due in court again on 25 February.

If you would like to donate please go to www.gofundme.com.

Police probe Christmas drowning

Fourth generation fisherman Trevor Clarey will hang up his pen and not renew his commercial fishing licence as of 31 December.

E X C L U S I V E

POLICE are appealing for public assistance after the body of a Korean national was found in the Noosa River on Boxing Day. Police are seeking any information relating to circumstances surrounding the death, which is believed to have happened on Christmas Day. The incident occurred in the canal at the Noosa Lions Park on the corner of Noosa Parade and Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads between 11am and 3pm.

Police divers located the man’s body on Boxing Day in the area where the man had been last seen.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1800 333 000 or at crimestoppers.com.au.

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Celebrating a big sports year WELL here we go again, another year.

I don’t know about you but I am certainly looking for a far better 12 months then the last.

I, like many others, am looking forward to the 2015 Sport Star of the Year Awards being hosted by Twin Waters on Friday 29 January.

Always a great night bringing together athletes, coaches, clubs, families, administrators, all celebrating the last 12 months of effort.

It doesn’t really matter how many gold medals or world records have been won or set, it’s all about saying well done.

Sport is contested in a majority of disciplines from Caboolture to Gympie, some even further afield extending into Hervey Bay. Over the past 12 months, athletes have been selected judged on criteria that clearly activates on performance and not on popularity or media profile.

This year’s field has competed in 18 different sports, producing four world champions, 12 national champions, 19 international teams, one World Cup and of the 24 named nine are men and 15 women.

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Noosa athletes have played their part in this terrific story in a variety of sports.

Little athletics was the starting point for Samantha Johnson, who won gold and silver in her first appearance for her country at the Oceania titles.

Tewantin’s hidden gem Larissa Crummer was a star on the international big time as a super sub for the Matildas at the World Cup. The apprentice plumber has been donning the green and gold since 14 but her recent national status could signal big things ahead.

Perennial lifesaving star Jordan Mercer continues to mesmerise her opposition as she continues to plunder everyone in her path in the Hawaiian paddle-board and ski marathons.

I am hoping she can duplicate those wins at this year’s

Sunshine Coast National Lifesaving Titles in April.

A little reminiscing of the last time the nationals were here 1980, and Grant Kenny’s double Ironman gold.

Belli Park’s most famous athlete Shara Gillow continues to cycle on the world stage and is chasing her second Olympic Games in Rio. It’s always great to see her at home and training at the Eumundi Pool.

Noosa’s events and facilities continue to help locals compete against the world's best, and hopefully the soon to be new look council will realise the importance of maintaining and investing in future opportunities.

Please realise, the athletes who will be on show at the awards are aged from 14 to 31.

I congratulate the various sporting clubs. Your combined efforts in helping keep the great Aussie spirit of having a go alive, is much appreciated.

Whoever takes out the top honors at the awards, are just keeping the tradition alive.

Until next time.

Flowers for Ivy’s 90th Noosa Croquet Club life member Brenda Bradley presenting Ivy with a bouquet of flowers and champagne for her recent 90th birthday.

Praise for New Year revellers QUEENSLAND Police have praised the behaviour of New Year’s revellers across the state, with reported arrest numbers down compared to last year.

In a report released by Queensland Police, there were 536 arrests at celebrations across the state, with 65 of those being made on the Sunshine Coast.

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Police Minister Bill Byrne said he was pleased the vast majority of Queenslanders were well behaved and enjoyed New Year celebrations without incident.

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Exciting and new

7 January, 2016

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Unique opportunity

A NEW development has been announced for the much sought-after Sunshine Beach area, with expressions of interest now being called for the unique Indigo development.

and tiles, plus solid oak features, and a neutral palette combine to create a sense of true opulence in one of Noosa’s best locations.

In a shift from the standard formula of repetitive apartment living, the residences in Indigo have been individually configured to highlight their best aspects resulting in differing floorplans and tailored interiors so no two apartments are exactly alike.

Careful consideration and design has also gone into the complex’s outdoor living spaces, with the pool and recreational space designed to deliver resort-style elegance and a focus on functionality and entertaining.

The apartments have been designed by award-winning architects, Blackburn Jackson, who were asked to create living spaces that were low-maintenance, while capturing the essence of relaxed beachside living.

The apartments will be presented in timeless, elegant designs created with superior craftsmanship and executed in the finest finishes and inclusions; setting a new standard in luxury apartment living in Sunshine Beach.

Finishes such as imported marble and porcelain stoneware

The designers have drawn on inspiration from world-class hotel destinations that have resulted in features such as bespoke Moroccan hand-made tiles throughout the pool area and a spectacular garden wall.

There is also a dedicated barbecue pavilion with wellappointment kitchenette, powder room and outdoor shower.

With only seven boutique apartments available, boastings expansive views from an elevated position, perfect northerly aspect, and an enviable location, this development will sell out fast.

home essentials ADDRESS: 43-45 Elanda Street, Sunshine Beach PRICE: From $1.25 million VIEW: Now selling off plan please contact agent for more information DESCRIPTION: 1 x 2 BR plus Media Room; 2 x 3 BR Terrace Apartments; 2 x 3 BR Ocean View Apartments; 2 x Penthouse Ocean View Apartments AGENT: David Conolly 0438 259 956 and Mike Hay 0417 624 059 14 NOOSA TODAY | Thursday, 7 January, 2016

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A SPARKLING INVESTMENT

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NOOSA HEADS ‘TINGIRANA NOOSA’ 25 HASTINGS ST

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View Saturday, Monday & Tuesday 12:30-1.00pm Auction Onsite 3pm, Friday15 January

This is a rare offering – two x 2 bedroom apartments (one on the top floor and the other on the ground) each with a dual key operation which means each has a beachfront suite with kitchen, dining and lounge while the studio is a spacious bedroom with kitchenette. You can rent it as a complete 2 bedroom apartment or two individual ones – the suite and studio. ɒ Unrivalled position on Noosa beachfront. ɒ Caring, well established management. ɒ Fully and delightfully furnished. ɒ Excellent income. ɒ Pool, gym and even a restaurant on site.

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NOOSA HEADS 202 ‘NETANYA’ 71 HASTINGS STREET

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View Tuesday 1.00-1.30pm Auction Friday 15 January

A rare opportunity to acquire a beachfront apartment without the beachfront price. This side apartment in Netanya`s absolute beachfront location has strong rental returns and great occupancy rates. Situated in Hastings street you can walk to everything Noosa has to offer. ɒ Excellent historical income, depreciation and growth. ɒ Quiet apartment away from the pool. ɒ National park and cafés on your door. ɒ Professional on-site management.

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

STUNNING BEACHFRONT

NOOSA HEADS 15 ‘FAIRSHORE’ 41 HASTINGS STREET

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View By Appointment Price $2,850,000

In an Ideal position, right on Noosa Main Beach is the Fairshore complex. Apartment 15 is one of the very best, with two ensuited bedrooms and a superbly finished renovation. Facing due north on the beachfront, you can sit back and relax on your private terrace. ɒ Great occupancy and rental returns. ɒ Pool, spa, BBQ and games room in the complex. ɒ Right in the middle of Hastings Street. ɒ In as new condition. Tastefully furnished.

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NOOSA HEADS 2/65 NOOSA PARADE

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View Sat & Wed 11.00-11.30am Auction Friday 15 January

This very stylish and spacious poolside townhouse on Noosa Sound features generous lounge and dining areas, gourmet kitchen, large sunny courtyard and north facing balcony. There are only three in the complex, just park the car and walk to main beach. ɒ Beautifully renovated with travertine and stone, bi-fold doors and a sunny courtyard. ɒ Modern stylish kitchen and bathrooms. ɒ Close proximity to Hastings Street and Beach. ɒ Small complex low body corp and pool.

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

RARE 2 BEDROOM

NOOSA HEADS 21 ‘ON THE BEACH’ 49 HASTINGS ST

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View By Appointment Auction Friday 15 January

This is the only luxury 2 bedroom apartment in “On The Beach”. Number 21 is more like a home than an apartment , with a large kitchen and living area. Imagine enjoying alfresco dining on the roof terrace or watching the sun set over Noosa North Shore. This is a special offering. ɒ Strong holiday income and tax benefits. ɒ Stunning beachfront location with roof terrace. ɒ Recently renovated with large modern bathrooms. ɒ Rented storage locker for added income.

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

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STRIKING DESIGN

NOOSA WATERS 57 SALTWATER AVENUE

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Perfectly positioned to enjoy the serene curves and extended views of the Noosa waterways, this striking Paul Clout masterpiece wraps itself around the dreamy 1336m2 north east facing resort styled property. There’s ample privacy too with a sparkling pool in the courtyard. ɒ Stunning pool and stone waterfalls with solid hardwood timber pavilion and swim up bar. ɒ Relaxing outdoor areas to entice the extravagant entertainer or those with an extended family. ɒ The tasteful interiors embrace the architectural features we expect from this designer. ɒ Luxuriate in open living spaces, classic, elegant finishes, travertine and stone influences.

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

BEACHACROSS THE ROAD

SUNSHINE BEACH 1 ‘HALE LANI’ 31 THE ESPLANADE

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View Wednesday 1.00-1.30pm Price $2,600,000

Renowned as being one of the best boutique complexes in Sunshine and directly opposite the beach with lovely ocean views, this apartment is sophisticated and refined. All on one level, with lift access from the downstairs car park it is definitely ‘easy living’ and so convenient. ɒ Perfect for entertaining with garden courtyard and a front terrace with a private pool. ɒ Light and spacious lounge room with glass doors for integrated indoor / outdoor living. ɒ The kitchen is functional and modern with stone benchtops and stainless steel appliances. ɒ Easy, flat walk to the surf club, village shops and national park entrance.

Jennifer Carr 0412 158 433 Claire Tew 0417 749 792 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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BEST STREET IN SUNSHINE

SUNSHINE BEACH 36 ARAKOON CRESCENT

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View Saturday 12.00-12.30pm Price $3,400,000

This is a brilliant beach house. It is positioned at the leafy end of blue chip Arakoon Crescent with truly wonderful views of the beach and sea. If you enjoy beach walks and the sound of the sea, you will find it hard to go past this one. ɒ An architectural statement with pitched ceilings, split levels, enhanced by timber floors. ɒ Kitchen is up-to-the-minute with European appliances and white stone bench tops. ɒ Large sliding glass doors lead onto a sizeable timber terrace with remarkable views. ɒ 3min walk to the beach and 5min to the Sunshine Beach Village and restaurants.

Peter Butt 0412 714 406 Rikki Goatham 0439 632 922 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

WHAT A LOCATION

NOOSA SOUND 39 WYUNA DRIVE Unique & Desirable 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.

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‘Azure’ - World-class luxury and the ultimate prestige lifestyle SUNSHINE BEACH 26 McAnally Drive The epitome of inspired contemporary design, by multi award-winning team, Glen Watson Building & Design and Chris Clout Design, this stunning, world-class home is the ultimate beachside residence for discerning buyers who want the best. With sleek architectural detailing, impeccable attention to detail, and every imaginable luxury, no expense has been spared in this multi award-winning home. Uber stylish interiors by Deborah Miller, exude understated style and sophistication, with sumptuous finishes including Italian Carrara marble throughout, bespoke cabinetry and beautiful designer lighting. The spectacular penthouse-style master suite will leave you speechless, and the stunning infinity edge pool with floating day beds is simply mesmerising. Breathtaking ocean and coastal views, make this special location in exclusive north Sunshine Beach, the new prestige lifestyle address.

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REGISTER YOUR INTEREST TODAY SUNSHINE BEACH APARTMENTS FROM $1.25M

efortless beachside living • An extraordinary lifestyle opportunity • Immacualte design with luxurious inclusions • 1 x 2 bedroom oceanview apartment • 2 x 3 bedroom terrace apartments • 2 x 3 bedroom oceanview apartment • 2 x 3 bedroom oceanview penthouse apartments • Resort style pool and BBQ pavilion

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EXCLUSIVE AGENTS: Call Mike Hay 0417 624 059 or David Conolly 0438 259 956

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PURE NOOSA LUXURY

NOW SELLING! 3 EXCLUSIVE HOME SIZE RIVERFRONT APARTMENTS

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Welcome to luxury living at 279 Gympie Terrace A once-in-a lifetime Noosa prestige property where world-famous natural beauty is complemented and matched by spacious award-winning design. There are only 3 apartments on ofer – each of them being the very embodiment of Noosa luxury and located in one of the last riverfront blocks on Gympie Terrace, Noosaville • Whole loor luxury apartments designed by Stephen Kidd • Magniicent views over Noosa River to the Noosa rivermouth • State of the art inclusions & inishes • Restaurants, cafes and retail shopping at your door • 3 spacious ensuited bedrooms • Media room, home oice, gourmet kitchen • Extensive indoor & outdoor living, secure parking for 3 cars • Each apartment averaging over 250m2

Stephen is renowned for his vast experience, talent, vision and expertise. He has over 45 years experience in design, multi-disciplined in building, interior and furniture design.

He holds a “building Services Authority” license for building design, medium rise and building design open. He studied in Australia and UK and worked in Sydney, London and the Middle East.

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2 WHOLE FLOOR LUXURY HOME SIZED APARTMENTS

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Beach and living combine at 39 Duke Street This is resort style luxury at its very best, a vision created by MBC, a name that’s been synonymous with Sunshine Beach for 40 years.

Behold our luxury outing, 39 Duke St, elevated high on the hill, overlooking the Paciic, the restaurant strip, and where all paths below either lead you to the beach or to the National Park.

These exclusive apartments feature: • North Eastern orientation • Whole loor apartments with over 200m2 of living space • 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, designer kitchen • Spacious interiors, large outdoor terraces • Spacious garaging for 2 cars, in-ground pool and BBQ pavilion • Centered at the heart of the Sunshine Beach Village • Ample storage for surboards and beach equipment

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EXCLUSIVE AGENTS: Call Mike Hay 0417 624 059 or David Conolly 0438 259 956

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Stephen is renowned for his vast experience, talent, vision and expertise. He has over 45 years experience in design, multi-disciplined in building, interior and furniture design.

He holds a “building Services Authority” license for building design, medium rise and building design open. He studied in Australia and UK and worked in Sydney, London and the Middle East.

VIEWS TO DIE FOR IN LITTLE COVE 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 • Expansive balconies capture views to Double Island Point • Home cinema or kingsize 5th bedroom • Balinese style massage cabana/artist’s studio • Separately entranced guest/housekeeper/teenager apartment • Main Beach & Hastings St a 10 min walk away via a 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.

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Refined beachside living Real estate excellence starts with location and ends with design.

Four brand new beachside residences.

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Immaculate design Conceived by award-winning architect, Tim Ditchfield, ‘The Coves’ embodies the marriage of luxury with beachside living. The result is a home with light-filled, generous open spaces, high ceilings and easy flowing layouts, delivered with immaculate detail and finishing. With the beach on the doorstep the focus is on bringing the outdoors in, with easy access to generous outdoor spaces, a private courtyard and a wealth of entertaining areas and deck space.

‘The Coves’ 20-22 Tristania Drive Marcus Beach Price from $1.3 million Inspect Saturday 11-11.45am and Wednesday 11-11.45am

EXCLUSIVE AGENTS: Call David Conolly 0438 259 956 or Jonathan Tomasini 0401 807 697 1212170-EB53-15

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When Position Matters SUNSHINE BEACH 2/20 Henderson Street ‘Hilltop Villas’ are a tightly held pocket of 5 apartments, situated high on the hill, adjacent to the village and only a stone throw from the beach. Being recently externally renovated with beautiful pool and water feature, this location is one of the most sort after in the area.

• The open plan coniguration, higher than average ceilings and large stacker doors leading out to the huge north east facing terrace, create a fabulous indoor/outdoor entertaining area for all weather conditions.

• The master bedroom comprises a walk-in robe with ensuite. The second bedroom has a private patio adjoined, increasing the sense of space. The adjacent main bathroom boasts a decent size bath for relaxing.

• This oversized apartment is ideally suited for either holiday use, lock up and leave or as a permanent residence.

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Ultimate Stylish Beachside Living SUNRISE BEACH 4 Dayspring Street This enviable lifestyle so close to the beach can be yours, in this beautifully renovated and immaculately presented home in Sunrise Beach.

• Expansive and alluring, open plan living with high vaulted ceilings boasts a wonderful feeling of space.

• The contemporary kitchen is inished with stone bench tops & the latest appliances, simply a chefs delight!

• The north facing terrace overlooks the beautifully manicured, low maintenance gardens with sparkling pool.

• The master bedroom, with high ceilings, walk-in robe and ensuite enjoys a private retreat onto the front terrace.

• On the lower level the third, studio sized bedroom, opens onto a private grassed courtyard with the sound of waves crashing – completing your tranquil surroundings.

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Stamp it out!

THE current GST review could offer a rare chance to banish stamp duty for good.

REIQ chief executive Antonia Mercorella said the current discussions around broadening the GST could provide ample opportunity for the Queensland Government to reconsider stamp duty.

“The current COAG discussions provide an opportunity for the Queensland Government to examine its reliance on stamp duty and look for a solution to the problem of relying on a volatile source of income that stifles the real estate market,” she said.

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SUNSHINE BEACH 4/1 Solway Drive Magnificently renovated, to a very high standard, this timeless design by local hero Stephen Kidd has been returned to better than new condition. The Spanish inspired villa’s presentation is so exquisite it will be an enviable talking piece among your family and friends. No expense has been spared here for those who like to indulge in quality and luxury.

This home has quality fixtures and finishes abundant throughout, along with fascinating indoor and outdoor spaces.

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“While the states are talking to the Federal Government about tax solutions to budgetary issues, it’s a golden opportunity to review the onerous burden that stamp duty is in the Queensland market.”

Ms Mercorella said stamp duty was an unreliable revenue for the Government, as it relies on the market doing well to create a high revenue and is an unnecessary headache for home buyers.

“The impost that stamp

GST Review could open the opportunity to rid the market of stamp duty. duty places on property buyers is onerous and serves to stifle property turnover, creating an inefficient use of housing throughout the state,” she said.

“People stay in a house that’s too big or too small for them longer than they should because of the additional cost that stamp duty adds to the transaction.”

The REIQ has lobbied extensively for the State Government to remove stamp duty, which would

significantly benefit property consumers and the real estate market by making housing much more affordable and increasing sales volumes.

Ms Mercorella said the State Government should not let this opportunity slide by when all key decision makers were at the table and ready to talk.

“Now is that opportunity to take action and finally achieve those goals.”

RELIABLE. MOTIVATED. PROFESSIONAL. The Property Management Team of Century 21 Noosa and Peregian wishes to sincerely thank their landlords, tenants and ever-reliable tradespeople for their continued support over the past year. Leanne Spence, Maaike Hillegers-Peters and Cyndy McConnell work brilliantly together as a team, providing excellence, experience and the right attitude, together with all the skills to professionally manage your investment property with the care and attention that it deserves. From screening for the correct tenant, negotiating new leases and adding value to your property by ensuring it is well maintained, the property management team excels in offering you enthusiastic, personalised service. So if you are entering the rental market, please contact Leanne, Maaike or Cyndy today – they love what they do and they are happy to provide you with an appraisal on your rental property, ensuring you of a stress free and Happy New Year.

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Stunning ocean views

NESTLED in quiet Sunshine Beach, this home is majestically elevated to capture stunning ocean views.

Spacious and light-filled, this residence is perfect for family living with a well-equipped kitchen sure to be the heart of the home with many family meals shared at the dining table.

If you prefer to dine al fresco throughout the warmer months, a covered outdoor living space is located off the dining area and also offers access to the sparkling swimming pool, where many a hot summer day will be spent.

A sunken lounge room located next to the dining space complements the living areas, while a sweeping terrace offers the perfect place to rest, relax and enjoy the famous Noosa lifestyle.

There are two bedrooms with their own Juliet balconies

and a main bathroom for guests, plus a study for those who prefer to work from the comfort of their own home.

The master suite is located upstairs where you can watch the whales migrate from the private balcony, and enjoy the luxuriously appointed ensuite with double vanity and walk-in robe.

As well as sophisticated luxury, this home is also functional with a large double garage featuring storage for tools, toys and scooters, plus low-maintenance gardens which mean the new owners of this home can simply move in and put their feet up.

Solid timber flooring throughout the home, plus raised ceilings, air-conditioning and a ducted vacuum system completes the list of inclusions in this gorgeous Sunshine Beach home.

home essentials ADDRESS: 7 Kiamba Court, Sunshine Beach PRICE: On Application VIEW: By Appointment DESCRIPTION: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, pool AGENT: Rosemary Callaghan for Rose Callaghan Realty, 0419 236 133 Thursday, 7 January, 2016 | NOOSA TODAY 29

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5-7 Peza Court, Noosa Sound

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2/15 Ventura Street, Sunrise Beach

Absolute Waterfront

Expansive Duplex with Rental Opportunity

• Short Stroll to Restaurants and Beach • Impressive, Stylish Presentation Thu-out • Private Jetty-BBQ Area with Amenities • Good Size Covered Balcony Easterly Aspect • Small Complex of 6 Only in Prime Location • Secure Parking, Storage for Boards and Bikes

• Very Spacious Light Filled Townhouse • Modern Kitchen with Quality Appliances • Generous Balcony and Tiled Living Areas • Private Outdoor Area and Saltwater Pool • Air-conditioning and Automatic Driveway Gate • Generous Garage Internal access and storage

Inspect: By Appointment Price: $998,000 Contact: Rosemary 0419 236 133

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

2 Connor Place, Sunrise Beach

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2/15 Sobraon Street, Sunrise Beach

Best Value in Sunrise Beach

Ocean Views and Easy Walk onto Sand

• Great Corner Block • First Home Buyer or Investment Rental Property • Plenty of Space for a Pool, Boat, Caravan • Short Stroll to Schools, Shops, Beach • Private and Secure for Children, Pets • Garage with internal house access

• Terrific Value on Beach Side Sunrise • Great Investment, Holiday or Home • Modern Kitchen Stone Bench Tops • Air-Conditioning and Ceiling Fans • Front and Rear Balconies and Garage • Smaller Complex Pool for residents

Inspect: Saturday 9th January 10am to 10.45am Price: $499,000 Contact: Rosemary 0419 236 133

Inspect: By Appointment Price: $385,000 Contact: Rosemary 0419 236 133

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5/46 Duke Street, Sunshine Beach Phone 5448 0444

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North Easterly Waterfront • 5 Bedrooms-Main with its own balcony • 4 Bathrooms-2 also have Bathtubs • 2 Separate Living Areas with Views • Designated Formal Dining Area • Open Plan Kitchen Gas Appliances • Large Swimming Pool and Private Jetty • Spacious 2 Car Garage, Large Laundry • High Ceilings and Excellent Storage

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Noosa Waters 52 The Peninsula Price: Inspect: Agent:

$2,250,000 Inspect January 9th 11am till 12pm Rosemary Callaghan 0419 236 133

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home focus

Comfort, style to a tee AS one of the first homes built in Peregian Springs, this grand residence is arguably one of the best.

walk-in robe and private balcony that takes

The kitchen overlooks the informal family

in the gorgeous golf course views is located

room that opens out to a covered deck,

on the upper-level, while there are two large

perfect for alfresco dining or for watching

Set on 714 square metres and boasting a north-facing golf frontage, this doublestorey four bedroom home is perfect for the growing family who enjoy the finer things in life.

bedrooms, both with mirrored robes, plus an

the kids while they play in the saltwater pool,

alternate master suite with ensuite and walk-

while a formal living space is located to the

in-robe on the lower-level.

left of the kitchen.

front of the residence with a built-in robe

throughout, workshop space and room for

Built to ensure privacy, the entry to the home is through twin timber doors that set the mood for a quality-built residence.

that could easily be used as a guest retreat.

a golf buggy in the double garage, plus

features all the modern conveniences one

ceiling fans, and low-maintenance gardens.

When it comes to sleeping accommodation, there is plenty of room for the whole family plus guests.

could expect in a home of this calibre from

The new owners of this home will also

The spacious master suite with ensuite,

There is also a home office located at the

The kitchen is the heart of the home and

This property also features ample storage

ducted air-conditioning, a security system,

two-pac cabinets to Kleenmaid appliances

enjoy the benefits of the estate’s first class

such as an induction cooktop and built-in

facilities including parks, the golf course and

coffee machine.

so much more, all within walking distance.

home essentials ADDRESS: 18 Lakeside Drive, Peregian Springs PRICE: Contact Agent VIEW: By Appointment DESCRIPTION: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, pool AGENT: Gavin Ryan for Century 21 Conolly Hay Group, 0438 579 911

This 3 bedroom one level unit exudes value. A short floodlight cement path, takes you from the street end to Hastings Street. This location will become a rarity, never to be repeated especially with recent sales in the street over $950,000.

•฀3฀bedrooms/tiled฀throughout฀•฀Renovated฀bathroom/kitchen฀•฀Patio •฀Low฀maintenance฀brick฀cavity฀construction฀•฀Lockup฀garage/storeroom฀•฀Sunset฀views •฀Pool฀•฀Quiet฀leafy฀central฀location Currently tenanted, this property is a great investment for someone who wishes to stake their claim in Noosa. Either continue to rent out or use as a holiday home or permanent residence.

NOOSA HILL! SHORT WALK TO HASINGS STREET AND MAIN BEACH RED฀HOT฀VALUE฀NOOSA฀HEADS฀•฀NO฀CAR฀REQUIRED฀–฀A฀WALK฀TO฀EVERYTHING Priced to go $480,000!

3/7 ATTUNGA HEIGHTS, NOOSA HEADS Inspect: Saturday 11am to 12 noon Ron Davey 0412 206 563

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Rare opportunity on Noosa Hill THIS three-bedroom apartment is perfect for anyone wanting to secure a home in one of Noosa’s most sought-after locations, Noosa Hill.

As a well-established suburb, homes in this area are tightly held but this sale offers a rare chance to own an affordable property just a short stroll from Hastings Street, Noosa Main Beach and the National Park.

As one of only three apartments in the complex, this property offers peaceful, private living in the heart of Noosa, plus the new owners can enjoy the complex pool and leafy surrounds that make this the perfect space to relax on a warm day.

Boasting a recently renovated kitchen, bathroom and laundry, the new owners of this home can simply move in and enjoy the famous Noosa lifestyle with award-winning restaurants, cafes and boutique shopping only moments away.

This apartment offers spacious living with an open-plan lounge and dining area that flows to a full-length covered patio.

home essentials ADDRESS: 3/7 Attunga Heights, Noosa Heads PRICE: $480,000

The updated kitchen features large windows where the morning sun can stream in creating a light and airy space.

VIEW: Saturday 9 January, 11-12noon

There is also a lock-up garage and storeroom, plus lowmaintenance gardens so the new owners can simply move in and enjoy this home.

AGENT: Ron Davey for Base Realtors, 0412 206 563

DESCRIPTION: 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car

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Important to know your DIY limits A FEW days off over the holidays can seem like the perfect time to begin those DIY projects you have been putting off all year, but experts warn it is important to know your limits and recognise the right time to hire professional.

With the success of renovation television shows, DIY has become increasingly popular and statistics show there doesn’t seem to be an end in sight to home renovations.

Overall, renovations have been trending up - an increase of more than 5000 during the 2014-15 financial year, with the figure topping 57,000.

Master Builders executive director Grant

Galvin said that when deciding whether to do a job yourself or call in the experts, determining the value of the work is the first place to start.

“If the value of the work exceeds $3300 then it must be carried out by a licensed contractor,” Mr Galvin said.

“This is why it is so important to follow the correct processes for approvals, inspections and general building requirements if you are completing the work yourself.

“Even though DIY might save you money on the renovation, any bad workmanship could negatively affect the resale price

as savvy buyers will ask to see inspection records.”

and money in the long-run than it would

Once the legal side of all DIY work has been considered, it is time to address any potential safety risks involved.

beginning.

As a rule, Master Builders advises home owners to never do their own electrical or plumbing work as it is generally against the law to do so. The same advice applies to any asbestos removal required.

When renovating over a short period of time such as the Christmas break, it can be tempting to cut corners in order to get the job done. This presents a myriad of potential problems which can often cost more time

to hire a qualified tradesperson from the

Mr Galvin said that one way of ensuring your contractor was properly licensed was to build with a Master Builder.

Building with a Master Builder gives you peace of mind that your builder or tradie is appropriately licensed and has the support of Master Builders, who provide members with access to practical training, advice and up-to-date information to help them raise their professional standards.

OPEN HOMES Cooroibah 4 Amaroo Place

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Claire Tew

Sat 11.30am-12pm

Little Cove 25 Bayview Road

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly

Sat 12-12.30pm

40 Mahogany Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kym De Warren & Jon Blonk

The Coves, 20 Tristania Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly & Diana Pound

Sat 12-12.30pm Sat & Wed 11-11.45am

Noosaville 17 Lake Entrance Boulevard

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Cam Goode & Jill Goode

Sat 11-11.30am

Apt 83‘South Paciic’179 Weyba Road

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Claire Tew

Sat 10-10.30am

39 Wyuna Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jill Goode

Fri & Sat 11-11.30am

1/8 Sunseeker Close

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay & Rachel Sellman

83 Lake Weyba Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Diana Pound

Apt 202‘Netanya’71 Hastings Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Frank Milat & Shane McCauley

Tingirana’25 Hastings Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jennifer Carr

46 Arkana Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Cam Goode & Jill Goode

Apt 113‘Jacaranda’12 Hastings Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Frank Milat & Shane McCauley

8 Longwood Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Gavin Ryan

Sat 10.45-11.15am

22 Pavilions Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Gavin Ryan

Sat 11.15-11.45am

15 Parkwood Place

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Gavin Ryan

Sat 12-12.30pm

186 Balgownie Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Gavin Ryan

Sat 12.45-1.30pm

The Terraces, Pavilions Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Diana Pound

Fri & Sun 10am-4pm

2/29 Ventura Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Fri & Tue 1-1.30pm, Sat 3-3.30pm

4 Dayspring Street

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Lance Bussell & Sharon McLure

Sat 10-10.45am

2 Connor Place

Rose Callaghan Realty - Rosemary Callaghan

Sat 10-10.45am

Sunshine Beach Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Peter Butt

Sat 12-12.30pm

2/25 Elanda Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Cam Goode & Jill Goode

Sat 10-10.30am

29 Duke Street

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay & Rachel Sellman

Sat 11-11.30am

31 Whale Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay & Rachel Sellman

Sat 12-12.30pm

30 Ferris Street

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay & Rachel Sellman

Sat 12-12.30pm

21 Dolphin Bay Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly

4/1 Solway Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Lance Bussell & Sharon McLure

Sat 11-11.45am

Wed 12-12.30pm

26 Wildlower Street

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Lance Bussell & Sharon McLure

Sat 12-12.45pm

Fri, Tue 2-2.30pm

3/17 Parkedge Road

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Lance Bussell & Sharon McLure

Sat 12-12.45pm

2/20 Henderson Street

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Lance Bussell & Sharon McLure

Sat 2-2.45pm

Tue 1-1.30pm Sat, Mon, Tue 12.30-1pm Sat 11am-12pm

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Frank Milat & Shane McCauley

314‘The Woods’61 Noosa Springs Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kym De Warren & Jon Blonk

Apt 2‘Villa Nette’56 Park Road

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Peter Butt

7 Habitat Place

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Sat 10-10.30am

508‘The Ridge’61 Noosa Springs Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kym De Warren & Jon Blonk

Sat 10-10.30am

14 Viewland Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Sat 2-2.30pm

16 Viewland Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Sat 1-1.30pm

‘Artis Penthouse’, 2/8 Noosa Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly & Diana Pound

Sat 1-1.30pm

Sat & Wed 11-11.30am

Sat 2-2.30pm

Sat 11-11.30am Sat & Wed 11-11.30am

Tinbeerwah 90 Patterson Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Brad McDonald

Sat 11-11.30am

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Sat 11-11.30am

Yandina Creek 59 Musgrave Drive

Sat, Mon, Wed 2-2.45pm

Base Realtors - Ron Davey

Sat 11am-12pm

Rose Callaghan Realty - Rosemary Callaghan

Sat 11am-12pm

Noosa Waters Peregian Beach Peregian Springs

Sat 1-1.30pm, Wed 12-12.30pm

36 Arakoon Crescent

Sat 11-11.30am Sat, Mon, Wed 3-3.45pm

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Leon Butt

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Claire Tew

Wed 1-1.30pm

Apt 69‘Ocean Breeze’52 Hastings Street

U 155 Noosa International Resort, 1 Edgar Bennett Ave Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Diana Pound

1‘Mont Pellier’42 Ventura Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Claire Tew

Apt 2‘Edrom’65 Noosa Parade

52 Pelican Street

Sat 10-10.30am

Apt 1‘Hale Lani’31 The Esplanade

Noosa Heads

52 The Peninsula

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Gavin Ryan

Sunrise Beach

Marcus Beach

3/7 Attunga Heights

33 Lakeside Drive

Sat 11-11.45am

auction diary Fri, Jan 15th Apt 301/302 & 109/110‘Tingirana’25 Hastings St, Noosa Heads Richardson & Wrench Noosa

Onsite 3.00pm

Apt 21‘On the Beach’49 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

Richardson & Wrench Noosa

Onsite 3.30pm

Apt 2‘Edrom’65 Noosa Parade, Noosa Heads

Richardson & Wrench Noosa

Onsite 1.00pm

Apt 202‘Netanya’71 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

Richardson & Wrench Noosa

Onsite 4.00pm

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Get those finances in order NOOSA residents could add thousands more to their retirement savings by putting super on their list of New Year’s resolutions, according to superannuation experts.

QSuper CEO Michael Pennisi said budgeting and fitness often topped the list for resolutions but understanding how fees can impact super can help ensure a rewarding retirement later in life. “This helps with confidence and knowing that in retirement you could have the freedom to travel, as well as afford things like private health insurance, a car and other household items,� Mr Pennisi said. “There are plenty of free online tools to help assess fees, such as calculators which can compare different funds. To get a complete picture, it’s important to look beyond the figures to the overall value a fund provides.�

Mr Pennisi listed his top tips for understanding fees.

1. Find out the category your fund falls into and the types of fees they charge.

2. Watch out for ‘hidden’ fees. Not all fees are stated up front, but things like transaction fees can really eat away at your balance 3. Consider the total value you get from your fund, not just fees but service and investment performance 4. Know that investment managers are paid a fee which includes a performance amount if they exceed their targets and get better returns for your super.

5. Have a conversation with your super fund or a trusted financial adviser.

Mr Pennisi said understanding the fee structure of a super fund can be complex but plenty of help is available online or by calling your main fund. “For an overall view you should consider things like how the fund has performed, the investment options available, the services they offer and any benefits you get from being a member, in addition to the fees charged,� he said.

Ideal time to add some new skills

QSuper CEO Michael Pennisi urges Noosa residents to make a new year resolution to supersize their super. “We encourage Noosa residents to read their product disclosure statements carefully to understand the fees a fund charges, and to review their annual statements to see what they have personally paid. “If there is anything you don’t understand, the New Year is a great time to have a conversation with your super fund or a trusted financial adviser.�

HAVE you ever wanted to master a new language or finally learn how to make pottery?

This new year is the perfect time to make a resolution to learn something new right here in Noosa.

U3A Noosa is a lifelong learning co-operative for over 50s who are no longer in full-time work.

It provides opportunities for members to share their learning experiences in a wide range of interest groups and to pursue learning not for qualifications, but for fun.

You can head along to the open day on Wednesday 20 January to see what U3A is all about and to check out the 2016 courses on offer.

U3A is located at 64 Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin and you can call the staff if you have any queries on 5440 5500.

Or if you would prefer to learn a skill that requires more hands-on learning, you can head over to the Noosa Arts and Crafts Centre located at the Wallace House, Wallace Drive in Noosaville and check out the many classes on offer.

Groups range from beading and botanical art to embroidery and pottery.

If you head over between 16-17 January you can see all the amazing art on offer at the Noosa Arts and Crafts Artastic Art Sale between 9.30am and 3.30pm.

Call the Noosa Arts and Crafts Centre on 5474 1211 for further information.

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Meals on Wheels roster WEEKLY roster for Tewantin-Noosa Meals on Wheels Beginning Monday 11 January to Friday 15 January 2016.

Monday drivers: Rotary Daybreak, Chris and Ken, Keetha, Brian and Marion, Helen and John, Anne and Colin, Patricia.

Kitchen: Martina, Len, Neil.

Tuesday drivers: Graham, Margaret and Mick, Tania and Friends, Gail and Sharon, Hazel and Liz, Jackie and Bill, Kevin and Rob. Kitchen: Ashleigh, Jo, Christine, George.

Wednesday drivers: Drivers Needed Runs A, B, G, Jane, Liz and Liz, Rhoda and Heather, Barbara.

Kitchen: Carol, Jill, Elfie, Jerry, Judi, Neil.

Thursday drivers: Stewart, Heidi, Brian and Marion, Sylvia and David, Ingrid and Bob, Jan and Wendy, Linda and Nabil.

Kitchen: Christine, Lois, Robyn, John, Ron. Friday drivers: Brian C, Jan and Bob, Brian G, Les and Vicki, David, Margaret and Ray, Rosalie and Jack.

Kitchen: Sandy, Elfie, Terry, John.

If you are unavailable or can do an extra run, please phone the kitchen on 5449 7659.

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LETTERS Glimpse of traffic future A SIGHT I’ve never seen before in Noosa: a long, long tailback from the Weyba Road roundabout extending along Reef Street all the way to the Eenie Creek Road roundabout.

It’s peak visitor time here, of course, and some key roads are bottlenecking under the strain.

But I get the feeling I may have had a brief glimpse of the future unless some of these issues are addressed soon.

Fortunately a Noosa Transport Strategy is about to be developed under the auspices of Noosa Council. The planning begins this year and the strategy will look at the development of transport options over the next 20 years.

Next week the council starts consulting with peak community organisations as part of the strategy development process. It’s good to see that it’s getting in ahead of what could become a chronic problem.

Ingrid Jackson, Noosa.

The only way is up!

THINGS are on the up and up for 2016; postage, debt and deficit, cost of living, pathology andradiology fees, electricity bills, mining subsidies, temperatures, emissions, severe weather events, company tax evasion etc.

“There’s never been a more exciting time to be an Australian”.

Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach.

Ageist ravings BOTH your columnist Benny Pike and letter writer Robyn Richards see retirees as an undesirable threat to Noosa.

Are they aware that the retirement industry contributes capital and income into this community, and that it provides local employment in the building and services trade?

The local retiree population also helps keep retail trade afloat in down times.

Retirees make up most of the volunteer workforce in the shire as well as being a significant proportion of the population that will vote in the council elections.

I’m not sure Sandy Bolton will benefit from ageist comments being linked with her candidacy for mayor, but according Ms Richards if she’s successful retirees may no longer be welcome in Noosa.

Juanita Deharo, ’Not Fuddy Duddy’, Noosa Heads.

The ultimate penalty OF course Clive Palmer would defend his seat on the defence of weekend penalty rates.

He doesn’t have any employees to pay. He sacked nearly all of them from his Coolum Resort. He made sure everyone was at home with their kids, were he states they should be on a Sunday, he then also added Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and just to remain consistent, Saturday also.

E. Wright, Sunrise Beach.

Same, same... or different?

WHAT is the difference between someone running for council who is a member of a political party and someone who is a member of NPA? Hubert Gibson, Tewantin.

Passion for Noosa I AGREE wholeheartedly with Keith Jackson, (Noosa Today, 24 December).

It is a great pity that the Pardon/Bolton team has already begun a negative campaign for the March elections.

Noosa residents want more than that and I sincerely hope Pardon and Bolton realise this sooner rather than later.

Cr Tony Wellington has been around for many years, beginning with his efforts to deamalgamate Noosa years before he was a paid councillor.

He now has a track record showing his ability to present clear and considered arguments, a willingness to stand up for what he believes in and a true passion for Noosa’s values.

Janet Simpson, Noosa.

What a team!

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BENNY Pike has inevitably put his money behind Sandy Bolton for mayor.

No surprise there.

Apart from wondering why a sport columnist continues to peddle his political views, it

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is worth noting that his reasoning seems to be that as mayor, Sandy will take on the development attitudes of the council to our south - the one we voted to part ways with.

Benny was fiercely opposed to the de-amalgamation. Sandy was nowhere to be seen during the many years fighting for Noosa independence. What a team they make.

Gary Bain, Noosa.

Commonsense must prevail I AM writing about the new rules to ban all blow-up or temporary pools at a depth of a paltry 300mm or more from all fully fenced backyards unless they are expensively and permanently ’pool’ fenced.

Have you noticed that despite the increasingly strict fencing laws, drownings are still occurring at the same rate?

Perhaps these drownings are more as a result of poor parenting than because people have blow-up pools in their backyards to cool off hot children and others including the elderly.

With roughly only half of the Australian population being able to afford to own their own homes these days, isn’t it a bit unfair on young children, families and any non-homeowners who wants to cool off in a backyard paddle pool to now be labelled a criminal if they do so?

Really, I think it’s Big Brother gone completely mad in the Nanny Country of Australia when people from lower socioeconomic backgrounds can’t even legally erect and use a backyard swimming pool to counteract the hot Australian summer climate.

What about all the flack people get for allowing their children to sit inside playing video games causing obesity? And yet when parents encourage children to get outside to play they also are considered negligent?

A little commonsense needs to prevail and start putting the onus back on parents to ’parent’ properly without affecting other people’s freedom of choice who want and need to cool their bodies down in the privacy of their own backyard on a hot summer’s day.

If my six foot (two metre) fence can legally keep my dogs in, then my six foot fence should be more than adequate to keep stranger’s toddlers out!

I don’t have babies or children, ever at my home and if I ever did have an under two-yearold who couldn’t walk properly here, then they would be fully supervised at all times just like they always should be!

Chamu Sanders, Noosaville.

Clad in selfish ideals SOME people I have spoken with, and the Australian Sex Party, if I read them right, would say No. What is wanted is a legal clothing-optional beach that can be enjoyed by all, clad or unclad.

Not wanted is the current erratic cycle of persecution, prosecution and punishment of a minority of folk wishing to enjoy an isolated 850 meters of sand and sea called Alexandria Bay. Noosa is blessed with so many kilometres of beaches, all reserved for the exclusive use of fully clad persons, along with goannas, the occasional turtle and even tadpoles.

It would seem to be selfish to deny the use of this relatively small area to a minority of people wishing for Vitamin D and risking sunburn to get it. One can see that they pose no security risk to the nation.

Decades ago in South Australia, the Premier Don Dunstan legalised Maslin Beach in the spirit of anti-discrimination.

The principle is that people should not be stigmatised and oppressed because they are perceived as non-mainstream.

This action has apparently not harmed the people of South Australia. We could have here a clear guide for an enlightened Queensland Government.

Zigi Georges, Noosa.

What Biosphere benefit?

NOOSA ratepayers have paid thousands upon thousands of their hard earn rate money to secure Biosphere status and now even more money to the Noosa Biosphere Reserve Foundation NBRF. I would estimate that the environmental levy collected since we got our council back would be something like $3.6 million.

Can someone please tell me a single benefit (as a ratepayer, resident and businessman) I will receive from the thousands of dollars being allotted to the NBRF?

Don’t take my word for it - look up the council website - general gommittee meeting 19 October and ordinary meeting agenda 22 October.

In fact, can anyone in this shire brag about one single solitary benefit they can describe from being part of this so called Biosphere in the last nine years since its inception?

The purpose of this letter to the editor is to wager I know what the next move the council will make - it will purchase the TAFE College from the State Government. This will score points with the state so as it can then try to extend Biosphere and/or council boundaries to include the EDV area.

They also want World Heritage listing over all or part of this greater Noosa Shire Biosphere area.

If shire ratepayers want to go down the path of World Heritage listing, I suggest you have a look at the Springbrook Mountain Plateau World Heritage Area - it’s an economical disaster - the State Government can’t even sell the multi-million dollar Springbrook Mountain Manor. It’s worthless because it is in a World Heritage area. And how has it improved Fraser Island?

Bob Jarvis, Tewantin.

Shooting the messenger IN response to Marie-Louise Sargeant and other anthropogenic global warming alarmists who have written in response to my letter of 17 November, I note that, as usual, you are shooting the messenger rather than addressing the facts in the message.

No-one has even attempted to refute any of the facts set out in my letter.

You must all be having a warm and fuzzy feeling after Paris, knowing that you have saved the planet from that terrible pollutant carbon dioxide, a gas that is not a pollutant, is vital for life on the planet and without which we would all die.

Also, keep in mind that life on Planet Earth is carbon based.

Paris has already cost us $10 billion per year (and rising) and will be sorely missed in our health and welfare systems.

The majority of research should be put into energy storage, because without adequate energy storage, windmills and solar farms are a novelty and useless when the wind doesn’t blow or the sun doesn’t shine.

Now that the globe has stopped warming and has been in a slight cooling phase for the last 17 to 20 years, it will be easy to keep the global temperature rise to less than 1.5 degrees, without any reduction in anthropogenic emissions of carbon dioxide.

The magic figure that 97 per cent of climate scientists support anthropogenic global warming is a lie based on a flawed survey carried out by the AGU. The figure should have been three per cent.

Phillip Rutherford, Cooroibah.

Legalise it I STRONGLY agree that Queensland should have a legalised nudist beach. A-Bay has been an unofficial nude beach for years and having it legal would generate more income for the community from more patronage coming from Australia and abroad.

Raymond Smith, Noosa.

Stick to the speed limit I REFER to the letter from G. Lewis (Noosa Today, 17 December) regarding the 80kmh speed limit on the Eumundi-Noosa Road and his wish to raise it to 100kmh.

This road is, and has always been, bordered along its length by rural and residential properties and their pre-existing access driveways, of which we have one. This road was never intended to be a major connection road from Noosa to the Bruce Highway, nor as a 100kmh road, as there is limited visibility for access driveways due to its undulating nature.

We, like others, are constantly delayed or harassed by speeding traffic when entering or leaving our driveway.

I would hope that through traffic should consistenly observe the 80kmh speed limit on this road, or find other access to the Bruce Highway if they wish to exceed it. Driving at above the limit, as he admits to doing, disregards the safety both of current residents and other road users.

J. Jeffreys, Verrierdale. noosa.starcommunity.com.au

Seth Sentry will rock the stage at OZFEST over the Australia Day weekend.

live today NOOSA’S LIFESTYLE GUIDE

Seth headlines Ozfest AUSTRALIA’S favourite hip hop artist Seth Sentry is set to make the crowd jump this Australia Day weekend.

With his patented blend of nostalgia and humour which sets him apart from the rest, Seth will join fellow Australian bands at the annual Ozfest music festival at the Waterfront Hotel.

The ARIA nominated rapper will join fellow Aussie favourites on stage including San Cisco, Saskwatch, Tired Lion and the enthralling Art vs Science.

The pop-up summer music festival is set to showcase the best of the Australian lifestyle, with over 90 tonnes of sand, a top selection of local food trucks and a steller Aussie lineup.

Australian Leisure and Hospitality Group (ALH) entertainment manager Paul Prout said Ozfest was the perfect way to celebrate Australia Day. “It’s a special way to party or chill out while enjoying music, friends, yummy food and taking in some fine contemporary sounds from around the country and experiencing our man made Ozfest beach,” he said.

The 18+ event is being held Sunday 24 January at the Waterfront Hotel, Maroochydore.

Tickets are $69 and available from the venue or online at www.moshtix.com.au. noosa.starcommunity.com.au

Sydney dance-pop trio Art vs Science will join fellow Aussie bands on stage at the annual Australia Day OZFEST.

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LIVETODAY

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PULL on your cowboy boots and buckle up because the rodeo is coming to town.

The Noosa Pirates are again bringing the country to Noosa with their annual rodeo, with plenty of bulls and broncs action.

The family event is being held at the Noosa Pirates Rugby League Ground in Tewantin and there’s plenty of food and drinks available.

The event is licenced and seating is limited so bring something comfortable to sit on.

Gates open from 4pm with the action kicking off at 6pm, a wonderful nights entertainment is guaranteed so the bring the family and enjoy the evening.

Tickets are available at the gate; Adults $20, Children (under 12) $5, Family (2 adults and 2 children) $45.

For more information visit www.noosapirates.leaguenet.com.au.

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The Noosa Pirate’s annual Rodeo is set to wow crowds.

Clap along to some Clapton classics

Saturday 9 January Cafe Le Monde 8pm OKA Sound System The Reef Hotel 9pm White Fox/ James Sinclair Tewantin Noosa RSL 8pm Issi Dye as Johnny O’Keefe

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GET ready to clap along to your favourite Clapton song with the Claptomaniacs.

The Sunshine Coast band was born from guitarist David Zuric’s passion for performing Eric Clapton tunes whenever and wherever he could.

The Sunshine Coast musicians came together through a mutual appreciation of rock classics

Catch the Claptomaniacs at the Tewantin Noosa RSL the Friday. and have stayed together to bring audiences joy with their covers of Clapton, Cream and Joe Cocker classics.

David is joined by Alan Lander on drums, Jon May on keyboards, Jon Brown on bass and Kenny Gamble on vocals with an

uncanny ability to sound like both Clapton and Cocker.

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Catch the Claptomaniacs at the Tewantin Noosa RSL on Friday 8 January in the Diggers Bar from 8pm.

Tickets are free for members or $10 for nonmembers and are available from reception or dial n charge on 5447 1766.

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Down - 1, Past-oral. 2, Sta-r-ed. 3, A-flame. 4, Ne-r-o. 5, Th-re-at. 6, Stern. 11, Ad-ditio-n. 13, C-he-ats. 14, Sultan (anag). 15, Even-ts. 16, V-a-lid. 18, Eve-r.

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Well-groomed and carrying a bag (4). 8. Deduced it’s because one had been put in the shade (8). 9. Accustomed as one is to the underground (6). 10. Takes from, to be precise, a quarter (6). 12. Reprimands and is unfriendly on board (6). 15. Even prepared to take the little girl in something to eat (6). 17. The rest of the troops will be destroyed by it (8). 19. Time to have a drink and a yarn (4). 20. It’s fashionable (end of conversation!) (3,4,4).

DOWN 1. A poem that’s come from the old days by word of mouth (8). 2. Having looked right, is instead wrong (6). 3. Getting an old girl blazing (6). 4. Put the new R in “Roman.”

(4). 5. A warning about that cover (6). 6. Back at sea (5).

11. And, silly idiot, put in stupidly for a rise (8). 13. Does put the male animals outside (6). 14. The last un-ousted potentate (6). 15. They happen to have a flat on a backstreet (6). 16. Figure a top must take a sound (5). 18. Always miss to one side (4).

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10, Allude. 12, Arrest. 15, Benign. 17, Perverse. 19, Hoop.

20, Unconscious.

Down - 1, Primrose. 2, Ascent. 3, Acacia. 4, Sour. 5, Addled. 6, Heave. 11, Luncheon. 13, Rueful. 14, Tyrant. 15, Bleach. 16, Gloss. 18, Vice.

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Celebrity chef and Author Pete Evans will cook up a storm at the Noosa Food and Wine Festival in May.

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Evans tops festival bill CELEBRITY chef and author Pete Evans will head to Noosa in May to take part in the newlook Noosa Food and Wine Festival.

Beginning a new chapter for the 2016 festival, the Noosa Food and Wine Festival celebrates the best of food, wine and lifestyle.

Mr Evans will participate in a range of events throughout the festival.

He starts his festival schedule with an evening dedicated to the Paleo lifestyle on Friday 20 May at The J. Audiences can enjoy a light bite and a welcome drink followed by a presentation from Mr Evans on the Paleo way and can ask any nagging queries in the Q&A session.

Mr Evans said the event would be fun and interactive, with guests enjoying a taste of paleo food and learning the ins and outs of the lifestyle.

“The presentation is a great opportunity for anyone interested in a paleo lifestyle and wanting to find out more about the program,” he said.

Mr Evans will be busy over the weekend hosting a cooking demonstration at the Festival Village on Saturday and will co-host a dinner with Peter Kuruvita as well as have a bit of fun on Sunday morning with the Chefs vs Surfers breakfast.

“I am really looking forward to being a part of the Noosa Food and Wine Festival in 2016,“ he said. “The new approach to the festival embodies the best of food, wine and lifestyle and I think it is going to be a great weekend.

Mr Evans will join a great line-up of worldrenowned chefs including Queensland ambassador David Pugh, Ready Steady Cook’s Janelle Bloom, Noosa Boathouse’s Shane Bailey, Noosa Beach House’s Peter Kuruvita and many more.

The full festival program will be released in early 2016 with tickets on sale from 1 February. For further information and details visit the new-look website at www.noosafoodwinefestival.com.au.

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Uni staff chip in for needy STAFF from the University of the Sunshine Coast helped local families have a happier Christmas with the donation of about 20 food and gift hampers to the Salvation Army.

USC Senior HR Consultant (Health, Safety and Wellbeing) Peter Gooding presented the hampers to Salvation Army Maroochydore officer Daniel Ross, along with a cheque for $857.

A large part of the donation was collected at the recent USC Staff Swimming Carnival, involving more than 60 swimmers and 170 spectators.

Now in its third year, the carnival had plenty of friendly rivalry between disciplines and had staff jumping in the pool in costumes ranging from pirates to tutus.

Mr Gooding said baskets were also placed in offices around the university for staff to contribute food and toys as part of the Salvation Army’s Christmas Appeal.

“The swimming carnival is part of our wellbeing program for staff,” Mr Gooding said.

“It’s a lot of fun and great for morale, and it’s also a chance for us to contribute to a good cause.

“The Salvation Army is a fantastic local group, and the cash donations, toys and food we’ve collected are all going to local families in need.”

USC Senior HR Consultant (Health, Safety and Wellbeing) Peter Gooding presenting the hampers to Salvation Army Maroochydore officer Daniel Ross (left).

Ideal time to teach the kids to swim

Cr Jason OPray cuts the ribbon with beachgoers.

More room on deck THE viewing platform at Mudjimba Beach has doubled in size, with Sunshine Coast Council completing the expansion late last year.

Division 8 Councillor Jason OPray, who allocated divisional funding to the upgrade, said the deck was a popular beach entrance.

“The deck is the main en-

trance to our beautiful Mudjimba Beach and a popular spot to enjoy the view of Old Woman Island or check out the surf,” Cr OPray said.

“The expansion includes new bar-style seating and a lot of extra standing room for people to gather.

“The platform is often very crowded with locals in the

afternoons and on weekends, which was making it difficult for people heading down to the beach – now there’s plenty of space.

“We’ve also replaced the light at the deck with a turtlefriendly light to help protect the nesting turtles.

“It’s great to have this finished at the start of the summer holidays.”

ENJOY the warmer weather with the little ones this year with Noosa Aquatics learn to swim classes.

The School Summer Holiday Learn to Swim Intensive Program is on again at the Noosa Aquatic Centre (NAC) just in time for the hot weather due to hit Noosa in the coming months.

The intensive program is effective and fun for children of all ages as it reinforces swimming skills daily for five days in a row.

The program is also a great way to accelerate swimming skill development during the school holiday break for children who attend weekly lessons during the term.

The Swim Intensive classes are held between 8am and 11.30am during January with the second round of classes kicking off on Monday 11 January and the third round on Monday 18 January.

All participants are required to undergo a quick, free

COMMUNITYNOTICES RIDING VOLUNTEERS NEEDED SUNSHINE Coast Riding for the Disabled is a not-for-profit organisation where the emphasis is on fun, enjoyment, therapy, sport and camaraderie surrounded by our wonderful team of horses.

Our programs could not run without our dedicated team of volunteers.

Volunteers from all walks of life and offering a variety of life skills are always welcome.

Volunteer training is offered from Tuesday 16 February to Friday 19 February from 9am -to noon and morning tea is provided.

Just come along with your closed in footwear, sun smart clothing and your sense of fun.

You can find us at 2 Monak Rd, North Arm (between Yandina and Eumundi).

INTRODUCTION TO REIKI ONE of Australia’s most experienced Reiki Masters, Faye Wenke, is holding a free Introduction to Reiki evening on Friday 5 February

at 7.30pm. Anyone who wants to learn about Reiki Jin Kei Do or may be interested in doing the First Stage weekend workshop with Faye on 6-7 February is welcome.

For Noosa Heads address phone or SMS Faye’s booking co-ordinator Pete on 0415 344 192.

LEARN TO MEDITATE LEARN to meditate, with no experience necessary. Sit on a comfy couch and learn easy one minute and five minute meditation/relaxation techniques then settle into a longer guided meditation.

You will leave happier and refreshed!

Ronnie Porter is offering classes every Wednesday morning from 13 January until the end of March. Please arrive at 32 Tarina St, Noosa Heads from 10.45amfor an 11am start. Class finishes by noon and you can join us for lunch at a cafe afterwards if you like.

Donations of $5 or more gratefully accepted.

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All ages can learn to swim these school holidays at the Noosa Aquatic Centre. in water, breath control and confidence.

Children can start as young as three months of age and the program is fun for parents too.

For more information about the programs call the Noosa Aquatic Centre on 5448-0288, visit www.noosa. qld.gov.au/nac or drop in for a splash at 6 Girraween Court, Sunshine Beach.

swimming assessment before starting the series, and can play in the water for free for as long as they want afterwards.

A Baby Splash Program is also available over the school holidays, and during the rest of the year, for children up to five years of age.

This program is aimed at developing muscles, coordination, strength, buoyancy, problem solving and mobility

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Phone or SMS Ronnie on 0408 050 724

FOLK DANCING BEGINNERS are welcome to join the friendly recreational folk dance classes held 9 am on Friday mornings at the Bicentennial Hall Annex.

Learn village dances from countries such as Greece, Turkey, Albania and Russia for only $5 for the first hour or $7 for two hours. For more details contact Danni 5471 0409 or dannilyn@ hotmail.com

PROBUS CLUB THE Noosa 2010 Combined Probus Club will be holding its monthly meeting at the Tewantin Noosa Bowls Club, 65 Hilton Terrace, on Tuesday 12 January 2016 at 9am for a 9.30am start.

COAST GUARD COAST Guard Noosa is seeking volunteers to join as boat crew or radio operator. You will be joining a great organisation dedicated to saving

lives at sea, full training will be provided.

Please call 5474 3695 for further details.

MANTRA AND MUSIC MANTRA, Music and Meditation’s chant afternoons resume on Saturday 9 January at United Synergies, 12-14 Ernest Street and Goodchap Street Tewantin.

Live music and chanting with musical instruments from 3pm to 5.30pm, refreshments provided and children are welcome.

FLYING SOLO THE next Flying Solo event is being held at Rococo Noosa on Wednesday 13 January. It is only a $2 contribution per person for coffee and cake.

A group for people on the coast to catch up and make new friends and companions.

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Continuing the theme of the power of photography, while there is no humour in dementia, there is an ongoing need for light relief in the lives of those who have to watch its torrid course. This is Mum, at almost 93, seen with Santa at the nursing home on December 23.

Shown the photo, she asked: “Which one is me?” God love her, and please support Molly’s Song in 2016.

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NO writer likes to hear it, but a picture is often worth far more than a thousand words, which is why so many photographers are vainglorious overbearing bastards.

Sorry shutterbugger mates, but envy is a sore you shouldn’t scratch.

The photographer’s art is a special one indeed, and I’ve been privileged to know and work with some of the best, which never ceases to make me sad and mad about the way in which the photographic art has been so diminished by social media in the last decade.

These days any mug can flick off a selfie on his phone, print it on canvas at Office Works and call it art. Likewise, in the moment phone grabs of news events have replaced in large part the considered composition of the best news photos of old.

I know, I know, the foregoing dates me like the carbon of my aged bones, but this rant has been inspired in part by a conversation I had over dinner in Noosa this week with our Bali friends and human rights activists Patrick Burgess and his wife Galuh Wandita.

I’ve written about Patrick in these pages before, so I won’t labour that, and I know he intends to write his own account of the story behind the photos.

Suffice it to say that a casual conversation over a pleasant meal had us Googling madly over our wines to establish that a famous photo with which I had a connection led directly to an equally famous photo involving Patrick’s famous father, the legendary war correspondent Pat Burgess.

It’s a story about photography and connectivity, and also great tragedy, and without letting the cat out of the bag as far as Patrick’s story of his father is concerned, from my side it begins with my meeting in 1980 with Eddie Adams, a New York-based photographer who had won the Pulitzer Prize in 1968 for his horrific and provocative Vietnam War photograph, “Saigon Execution”, which showed General Nguyen Ngoc Loan, head of the South Vietnamese national police, about to blow the head off Vietcong prisoner Nguyen Van Lem.

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No tragedy could be greater than the summary justice handed out to Van Lem, but tragedy also engulfed the photographer and his subject in subsequent years.

The general’s story is one I will leave for Patrick, but when I became friends with Eddie Adams a dozen years later, I found a good man with a damaged soul.

His friend Bob Guccione, founder of Penthouse, and despite what you may recall about that magazine, a true philanthropist and humanitarian, had sent Eddie to the antipodes to get him clean and sober, and help out with the new Australian edition, of which I had just become editor.

Well, guess what? There wasn’t a great deal of sobriety over the three months that Eddie and I shared in Sydney, but there was a lot of what I would call healing. Letting it out, feeling free to discuss the defining moments in your life without guilt, without fear.

I liked Eddie a lot. He was a brilliant and fearless photojournalist, and an honest man who faced his demons with strength and humour. But taking that photo and trying to come to terms with what he had done, and what he might have done otherwise, haunted the latter part of his life, which ended too early in 2004.

I know he had no choice. He was a photographer, he did what they do, and that must be respected.

Around the walls of our house we hang the photographic works of Max Dupain, Rennie Ellis, Bob Weeks, John Witzig, Dick Hoole and Robert Ashton. I don’t have an Eddie Adams because that would be too painful, but I think of him often.

As for Patrick Burgess, he’ll be joining us in the capacity of singer/songwriter during the Laguna Real Estate Noosa Festival of Surfing in March, and talking about his and Galuh’s work for women’s rights across Asia.

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Pirates in a league of their own THE Noosa Pirates are sailing solo this year as they emerge from 2015 hungry for the win.

After a successful 2015 season the former Northern Outlaws, which consisted of the Noosa and Gympie teams, has disbanded after it was decided that both teams were strong enough to venture into 2016 on their own.

With a new-look committee and the return of former player and coach Terry Bullen, the faithful Noosa fans are delighted to see their team restored as a solo entity for the 2016 season.

Mr Bullen is joined by A-Grade coach Craig Keen, former NRL player and personal trainer, reserve grade coach Scott Christensen, who is returning for a second season, and Mark Trevanion, who will be whipping the under 18s into shape.

If you are interested in joining the Noosa Pirates for their 2016 season you can attend the first training session of the year on Tuesday 12 January from 5.45pm at the Noosa Pirates Rugby League Club at 31 Butler St, Tewantin.

Players, support staff and volunteers are encouraged to attend.

VOGUE: The Junior Fitness team Tayla, Portia, Shae, Zoe and Jessica.

Triumph in the tropics NOOSA went tropical over the Christmas holidays, with six local athletes representing the sunny shire in the Caribbean.

Sport aerobics competitors, supporters and officials from 14 nations across the world gathered on the Caribbean island of Martinique in December for the 2015 FISAF World Championships.

Six talented teenage athletes from Noosa’s own Champs Sports Aerobics Club attended the five day event supported by their coach, proud parents and other Australian teams.

In the lead-up to the event the athletes were training a minimum of four days a week, which paid off with both the Junior Sports Aerobics Team and the Junior Fitness Team claiming fifth place overall.

It was the second invitation to compete at a world championship level for the Junior Sports Aerobics trio, having travelled to Serbia in 2013 and again in December 2015 to show the world what they could do.

Champs Sports Aerobics Club is holding a registration day for interested athletes on Wednesday 13 January. If you would like further information please contact Casey Douglas on 0411 200 445.

FEARLESS: The Junior Sports Aerobics team Portia, Zoe and Emily.

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THERE were 239 entrants in the Monthly Medal Stroke played at Noosa on Saturday, 2 January.

Scratch rating (M): 72.0. Winners: A Grade: 1 Bruce Osborne 11, 65; 2 Rodney Vaughan 10, 66; 3 Karl Gottschalk 9, 67. B Grade: 1 Alec O’Brien 13, 65; 2 Ross Cunningham 13, 68; 3 Alan Meredith 13, 69. C Grade: 1 Tony Zuzza 25, 63; 2 Robert Upham 19, 6; 3 Charles Moore 25, 65. Place getters: Alan Coey 12, 68; Peter Quigley 20, 68; Peter Gilligan 19, 68; Garry Drummond-Gower 12, 68; Ray Egge 12, 68; Roland Dean 22, 68; David Draper 21, 69; Nicholas McLaren 16, 69; David Murray 14, 69; Richard Pearson 22, 69; Ronald Read 14, 69; Christopher Rowlinson 29, 69; Adam Grant 6, 70; Jon McCorley 27, 70; Jason Toohey 12, 70; Tom Mulcairn 17, 70; Tony Latimer 16, 70.

Hole Prize: A Grade: Logan Idiens. B Grade: Kent Officer. C Grade: Barry Furner.

Nearest to Pin: A Grade: 5th Bruce Osborne; 7th Stephen McCaul; 10th Shane Podmore; 12th Phil Grove. B Grade: 5th John O’Neill; 7th John Hughes; 10th Alan Meredith; 12th Peter Kremers. C Grade: 5th Ken Veitch; 7th George Grant; 10th Christopher Rowlinson; 12th Brian Clothier.

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Beachgoers largely well behaved IT HAS been a very good holiday break around Noosa, with no major incidents, according to Anthony King, Life Guard Supervisor for our Northern Region.

“Our open beaches have been a bit windy with shore breaks but it has been relatively safe," he said.

"Noosa's Main Beach has been ideal for families, great conditions; crowds have been up on last year but they have been doing everything right. We hope they keep it up.”

The local lifeguards at Noosa's Main Beach have had several minor first aid incidents to attend.

“We have had a few incidents with swimmers ignoring the Don’t Swim sign up in the corner near First Point,” said senior lifeguard Isaac Smith.

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area and there have been some incidents because swimmers ignore the sign. We ask them to walk down to the flagged areas and stay away from the First Point area as it has always been for the board riders. Otherwise it has been a safe period.”

On Friday, Noosa patrol members were required to assist some boogie board riders and a woman who ignored the rip sign near the mouth of the Noosa Bar and were swept out a short distance. Quick action by the roving patrol members prevented a tragedy. “Once again it was well away from the

flags and the signs were ignored,” said the patrol captain.

Sunday afternoon a group of some 12 people gathered in the courtyard of the Noosa club to express their sincere thanks for the rescue of an elderly lady on 7 November last year. Patrol members involved were present and the people, all members of the ladies family expressed their sincere thanks.

Gestures like this are rare and the lifesavers were indeed grateful.

Many thanks to the family for taking the time to say thank you.

The Sunshine Beach ATV roving patrol, under the control of Pauline Gleeson, was on its way back from Alexandria Bay on Sunday afternoon when they were made aware of four young boys in trouble near dog beach at the northern end of Sunshine.

Equipped with rescue tubes two of the ATV crew, Jackson Schultz and Tom O’Conner, immediately went to their aid and were able to bring them into the beach. This was indeed a great effort as the two swimmers were juniors, having just qualified for their Surf Rescue Certificate.

This year will no doubt be one of the biggest years in the history of the Maroochydore Surf Life Saving Club. Not only will this club be one of the three, Maroochydore, Alexandra Headlands and Mooloolaba to host the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships 16-24 April, but it will also celebrate its centenary of service to the community as a rescue organisation. Over the years it has established a record in both rescue and competition that is second to none. On behalf of our

local clubs, well done to all members past and present.

It all started on 1 January 1916, when Maroochy took delivery of a tent donated by the Salvation Army at Cotton Tree. Lifesaving squads from Bli Bli and Maroochydore performed their first patrols at the beach on January 2 1916.

Five rescues were performed on that day. Like most clubs things went on hold during World War II when about 50 of their members enlisted in the armed forces. Of these five didn’t return. Following this, the club went through a rebuilding program and success followed success.

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Coast to host nationals

By RON LANE IT IS an annual event, reputed to be the biggest in Australia outside the Commonwealth Games.

Upward of 5000 athletes and officials will this year converge on the Sunshine Coast to organise and contest the Surf Life Saving Championships of Australia.

This event which will run from Saturday 16 April to Sunday 24 April will be contested on three beaches; Maroochydore, Alexandra Headlands and Mooloolaba.

This carnival, usually referred to as the nationals, will have a program of some 380 events and the majority of our 311 clubs will be represented.

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and Lifesaving at Alexandra Headland and the Beach Events at Mooloolaba.

Interesting to note that the first ever attempt of a carnival was in 1915 at Bondi and only two events were on the program; Rescue and Resuscitation and the Surf Race.

It wasn’t until 1932 that the first official Australian titles were held, again on Bondi beach. This was to help celebrate the opening of the Sydney Harbor Bridge.

So big has this event become that many surf club families organise their annual holidays around this week long carnival. Once it is over they travel and it is hopeful during the time many of these people will visit our beautiful beaches and enjoy the Noosa hospitality. Shopping restaurants and sightseeing.

The 2016 Surf life Saving Championships will be held on the Sunshine Coast.

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