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Issue 246 | Thursday, 19 January 2017

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Petrol row explodes By Jolene Ogle A proposed petrol station for Cooroy was the subject of more than 45 minutes of fierce debate in Monday’s Noosa Council general committee meeting.

Mayor Tony Wellington and deputy mayor Frank Wilkie were vehemently opposed to the planned development, saying an illuminated service station was not needed in Cooroy and was not a good look for the region.

The remaining councillors argued the benefits of the station that would be located at 6 Taylor Court in Cooroy and a motion was eventually passed to approve the development application.

Deputy Mayor Frank Wilkie said he couldn’t understand why council would ignore its own planning scheme by approving the fuel station on land intended for “prosperous enterprise” that would “diversify the economy”.

“This land is intended for enterprises that have the greatest potential to create jobs and prosperity and diversify our economy,” he said. Continued on page 5

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Rape case sparks debate By Jolene Ogle

An alleged rape that occurred when a young woman was walking home from a party has sparked an online debate about victim blaming, while police still hunt for the offender.

Bodies are on the move to Cooroy The iconic Australian Body Art Festival has found a new home in Cooroy, moving to the hinterland town after eight years in Eumundi. The 2017 event will take place at the Lower Mill Site in Cooroy on the weekend of 8 and 9 April and is expected to attract artists and spectators from across Australia and overseas. The Cooroy Chamber of Commerce will run the much-loved event and group president Danielle Taylor said the team was excited to bring the event to Noosa. “It’s such a wonderful festival with some terrific artists and a great community, family vibe which will be a perfect fit with the artistic Cooroy community,” she said. “We’ve had fantastic feedback about bringing the event to Cooroy and artist registrations have been flowing in steadily. We can’t wait to see all the wonderful living artworks that are created.” The event is centred on competitions

in temporary body painting with categories of brush and sponge, airbrush, special effects and face painting. The event will also showcases competitions and exhibitions in wearable art and photography. Amateur and professional artists are urged to enter the 2017 Australian Body Art Festival and get creative with this year’s theme of “Wonderland”. Ms Taylor said the theme lent itself to a wealth of interpretations. “Wonderland conjures up thoughts of Alice in Wonderland, Winter Wonderland and anything in the wonderland of your imagination such as mystic dragons and magical forests,” she said. “We encourage and challenge artists from a range of backgrounds to get involved as there is something for everyone - artists with experience in fine art and visual art, make-up and special effects, textile art, street art, airbrush sign craft, spray painting, graphic art, fashion and photography.”

Ms Taylor said if artists had never competed in an event like this, it was simply a matter of adapting your skills to use paint on the canvas of the human body. “And for the wearable art competition, use your skills to create funky fashion using recycled materials,” she said. “Past entrants tell us that it is an experience like no other - a unique chance to work alongside fellow artists and a chance to showcase creativity to a large audience, with some great prizes and a whole lot of fun.” Competition details have been released and registrations are now open on the website www.australianbodyart.com.au. Early bird entry fees apply for all registrations before 1 February. Visit www.australianbodyart.com.au for more info, competition registration, sponsorship opportunities, market stall registrations and to sign up to receive eNewsletters in the lead-up to the event.

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Police are still searching for an alleged rapist in the Noosa Shire, who is accused of raping an 18-year-old woman last week. According to police, the 18-year-old woman was walking on a secluded walkway in Sunrise Beach at about 2am on Sunday 8 January when she was grabbed from behind by a man and raped. The offender was described as 180cm tall with a European accent, possibly French. Police are still investigating the incident and are currently reviewing CCTV footage. A black Adidas cap was also found near the scene, but police are not yet sure if the hat belonged to the offender. Meanwhile, the story of the alleged rape has sparked debate on Facebook with some users asking why the girl was walking home alone and questioning if the move was “intelligent”. “So sad. Why oh why was she walking alone at 2am,” one user posted. The comment sparked angry calls for an end to victim blaming. “Sad, yes, but women have the right to be safe walking anytime,” was one reply. “Women should be safe walking home anytime, anywhere, wearing anything. How about we put the blame on the perpetrator and not the victim,” replied another user. Noosa Heads officer in charge Senior Sergeant Steve McReight said women should be safe to walk home anytime and without the fear of rape or violence. “I agree with the comments,” he said. “Women should feel safe. It should be okay to walk home at night.” Anyone with information that could assist police is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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Jetty blow for developer By Jolene Ogle Plans to redevelop the Elanda Point camping grounds have been dealt a blow with Noosa Council refusing to apply for a jetty on behalf of the developer. On Thursday 12 January The Discovery Group announced plans to invest in new and existing infrastructure across the Elanda Point site, as well as rejuvenate current facilities and build eco-style so-called ‘glamping’ accommodation. The current facility can see up to 1300 visitors in peak holiday times and caters for educational groups and independent campers offering a unique eco-experience set on 60 acres of landscaped grounds. Discovery Group managing director Wade Batty said this was an exciting opportunity for the business.

Mr Batty said the construction of a jetty was a vital addition to the development because boats from The Discovery Group would use the jetty to pick-up and drop-off passengers staying at Elanda Point. In a report to the council, The Discovery Group said it was acting on advice from the State Government by asking Noosa Council to apply to the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries for the construction of the jetty on its behalf. The report was presented to councillors at Monday’s general committee meeting where Mayor Tony Wellington said the request was “unusual” and the State Government was “passing the buck” by asking the council to be the applicant on behalf of the developer. “This appears to be a private business seeking to ask council to prog-

ress a piece of infrastructure on behalf of a private business on land that council doesn’t actually control,” he said. “It’s a very unusual situation. We’re fundamentally being asked to do something to assist a private business over land we have no control over.” Councillor Wellington said other government agencies such as Queensland Parks and Wildlife, which have some control over the land or waterways and can therefore put conditions on the use of the jetty, “may be more appropriate as the applicant”. Councillors are expected to ratify that decision at Thursday’s ordinary meeting. Mr Batty is currently overseas but in a statement said he was disappointed by the decision.

“It appears councillors lacked knowledge and an understanding of the proposal, and the long-term benefits of the overall Elanda Point project to the community. “I am also concerned that detailed documents provided to council staff have not been distributed to councillors or, if they were, not within acceptable timeframes for them to be appropriately informed. “Clearly in Monday’s meeting the councillors seemed confused, ill-informed and reliant upon staff reports and comments that were inaccurate. “Key documents were omitted in the staff report compiled for councillors on 11 January. “For councillors to make a decision against this proposal without being properly informed is perplexing. “We will need to review our business plan and strategy for Elanda

Point subsequent to this decision by Noosa Council. “Our project has the support of two state ministers, the State Tourism Organisation, Regional Tourism Organisation and Tourism Noosa yet this is dismissed by Noosa Council without proper consultation or engagement. “Noosa Council claims to represent the community and is focused on long-term sustainable action plans for Noosa’s future. “A proposal like this delivered measurable long-term sustainable outcomes for the community. “One must question when Noosa Council will start to recognise the input of the business community and the benefit of listening and partnering with them to achieve sustainable outcomes.”

The iconic former Noosa Community Radio Station building will be demolished if the council approves extension plans by the Tewantin RSL.

An artist's impression of the new brewery planned for Noosaville. The council is expected to give the development the green light.

Council decisions in the bag, headed by plastic By Jolene Ogle

lounge, store and an extension of the gaming lounge to allow for up to 180 pokie machines. Councillors raised a number of concerns over the proposed expansion including the placement of driveways and resulting headlight glare into residential properties, the set-back from Pelican Street and the overall appearance of the building. Councillors are expected to ratify the decision to submit the plans to an independent architect for peerreview at the ordinary meeting. Planning and environment manager Kerri Coyle described the plans as “disappointing” and said the proposed expansion “wasn’t the best

outcome for the street, but it does comply with the (planning) scheme”. The proposed expansion of the RSL club won’t impact the current CWA hall and post office, but the former Noosa Community Radio Station building will be demolished if the plans are approved by the council. Beer-lovers can rejoice with the council expected to approve a development application for a new brewery in Noosaville. The application is for a large brewery that will brew, bottle and store alcohol, but will also offer tastings, promotional nights, retail sales and craft beer industry nights.

The application is expected to be approved at the ordinary meeting with a number of conditions including restrictions on entertainment and dining operations that must run between 10am and midnight and a $15,000 security bond. When considering the application at Monday’s general committee meeting, councillor Joe Jurisevic said the brewery was a great way to diversify the local economy. Mayor Tony Wellington said he would like to ask the developer to consider installing rain water tanks for watering the landscaping and solar panels.

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Councillors sat through a marathon first meeting for 2017 on Monday 16 January when the general committee met to discuss a range of local issues including development and plastic bag bans. Councillors considered 16 agenda items throughout the long meeting with some of them due to be ratified at Thursday’s ordinary meeting. Among the agenda items was the revision and amendment of current camping costs in tourist parks throughout the shire. The suggested changes include an

increase of 2-3 per cent in the cost of camping at Noosa River Holiday Park and a 4-5 per cent increase in the nightly tariff for Noosa River Tourist long RV powered sites. The report also suggested an increase of between 9-11 per cent for the Boreen Point Campground tariffs and the cost of long-term sites should increase from $24 per week to $26. The report requests the fees and charges apply until the end of the June/July school holidays in 2018. The council deferred a decision on an expansion application from Tewantin RSL that would see the venue build a smokers’ terrace, a 125car basement carpark, children’s’

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Council push bags the bags By Jolene Ogle Noosa Council will throw its weight behind the State Government’s push to ban all single-use plastic bags by July 2018. Councillors discussed the proposed ban of plastic bags at Monday’s (16 January) general committee meeting where Councillor Joe Jurisevic, well-known for his love of the environment, said the legislation was “long overdue”. “It’s a shame this will take until 2018 to implement. I know a number of people have pushed council to introduce a ban, but one of the things this will do is bring major shopping centres on board and major retailers that otherwise council could have bashed their head against a brick wall trying to implement (a ban),” he said. In November 2016, the State Government released a discussion paper about the proposed ban and outlined the reasons for the ban and how the new legislation would impact retailers and consumers. Bans are already in place in other Australian states, but Queensland would also include biodegradable bags in the legislation because “these bags still pose a risk to aquatic fauna such as turtles”. Thicker department store bags will be exempt, along with

reusable bags and kitchen tidy bags. The report said surveys in other regions showed households and retailers quickly adjusted to the ban of plastic bags and showed a high degree of support for the environmental objective of reducing plastic litter. Speaking at Monday’s general committee meeting, Mayor Tony Wellington said he was pleased with the legislation as council wouldn’t have been able to implement such a ban. “For council to have carried out (a ban) would have been at significant cost to the community. This is something that is not understood. It’s not as though we can just tick a box and no longer are plastic bags being used,” he said. “In actual fact it would have chewed up massive staff resources in terms of not just negotiating with retailers but also implementing and then policing any such local ban. “Much better that it comes from the state. It saves our ratepayers money and we end up with the same result.” Council is expected to ratify the decision to support the proposed ban on plastic bags and submit a letter stating their support to Department of Environment and Heritage Protection during the public consultation

period at Thursday’s ordinary council meeting. Public consultation on the proposed ban is now open until 5pm Monday 27 February. Anyone interested in taking part can complete the online survey at www.getinvolved. qld.gov.au, email a written submission to waste.paper@ehp.qld.gov.au or mail a submission to the Department of Environment and Heritage Protection, ATTN: Waste Policy and Legislation, GPO Box 2454, Brisbane QLD 4001. The consultation questions are; What implementation issues should the government take into consideration when introducing the ban? Do you think that 1 July 2018 allows enough time for consumers and retailers to transition to plastic bag alternatives? Why/why not? Do you agree that biodegradable bags should be included in a ban? Why/why not? Do you support the Queensland Government working with other states and territories to encourage industry to reduce the number of heavier-weight plastic department store bags? Why/why not? What else can be done by the Queensland Government to address plastic pollution?

Council is expected to support a plastic bag ban in Queensland.

Petrol row explodes cation has been before council, with councillors deferring a decision on the matter in December last year. In a report presented to the councillors on Monday, the applicant addressed a number of the concerns raised at the previous consideration of the application. The applicant argued there was a need for a service station that services a highway catchment and said they were willing to reduce their signage to comply with Noosa Council’s advertising codes, as well as incorporating a Cooroy information booth, electrical car charging station and extra landscaping to improve the look of the development. Speaking in favour of the application, Councillor Joe Jurisevic said the addition of a third service station in Cooroy would increase pricing competition that will benefit locals, it would offer a 24-hour fuel option and would also provide toilet facilities for travellers. Councillor Ingrid Jackson said she believed the development application was both “reasonable and rational” and said the designated area for development was “appropriate”.

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From page 1 “Even back in the old Noosa Council, discussions about how we diversify the economy never mentioned providing for more service stations. The business and industry representatives who helped draft our revised Local Economic Plan never once mentioned having more service stations, nor did they say we needed to ignore or change our planning scheme to do so.” Councillor Wilkie said he doubted planning staff would have received submissions suggesting Noosa lacked service stations and said Noosa should be about developing the “right type” of development. “Our ethos, as devised by this council and underpinning our corporate plan is Noosa - different by nature,” he said. “For me, the key to Noosa’s points of difference is not only having a planning scheme that clearly sets out what type of development can happen and where, but having successive councils prepared to uphold it despite a steady stream of speculative applications.” This is the second time the appli-

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Ella lands on her feet Ella Hawkins’ dream of playing a main role in a major stage production is about to come true when she steps onto the stage in Ballet Theatre of Queensland’s production of Cinderella at QPAC in a few days’ time. Ella has been a student of The Dance Centre Peregian Springs since she was six-years-old and now, at the age of 14, will finally realise her dream to dance for the Ballet Theatre of Queensland. Ella will play one of Cinderella’s stepsisters and will be on stage with another student from The Dance Centre who also successfully auditioned for a part in Cinderella, Mei Mei Tan. Ella’s skill, strength, rhythm, poise and outstanding technique made her a stand-out when she auditioned for a role in Cinderella in March 2016. Throughout her training, Ella has combined her love of and dedication to classical ballet with an equal love of classical music and will soon sit her Grade 6 Australian Music Examination Board (AMEB) piano exam in 2017. “The two arts complement each other. My feel and understanding of music helps me with my dance rhythm and expression,” Ella said. Ella started performing solos in ballet competitions when she was 8 and is now studying Vaganova Level 5 through the Vocational Programme at The Dance Centre. This programme now has six students attending Australian Ballet School Interstate Programme, 3 in the Queensland Ballet Junior Extension Programme and has students with scholarships visiting the Royal Ballet School Summer Programme this year in England. After Cinderella, Ella will be busy preparing to compete at the Alana Haines Australian Ballet competition to be held in New Zealand in Easter 2017. Cinderella is on stage at QPAC for five shows from Thursday 19 to Saturday 21 January.

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Joe Shlegeris will hold an official campaign launch on Wednesday 25 January from 11am at The J.

Greens clearing the decks The State Election is yet to be called but Greens Deputy Leader and Senator Larissa Waters will be in Noosa this month to endorse Joe Shlegeris as the Greens candidate for Noosa. The campaign launch will be held at The J on Wednesday 25 January from 11am, where Mr Shlegeris will use the opportunity to also discuss local health care issues with Noosa parents and older residents. Mr Shlegeris said his campaign was focused on “a number of local issues, with an intense focus on health care” and planned to call for complete maternity services at Noosa Hospital. “Noosa has always needed complete maternity care. It was in the

original plan for the Noosa Hospital but the state dropped it. Let’s aim high and work to get this essential service here in Noosa,” he said. Mr Shlegeris is inviting young families and older residents to be a part of the health care discussion at the launch on Wednesday 25 January and said he wanted to hear from those impacted by local health services. “Older citizens, many of whom are among the most intensely affected by the deterioration of local health care services, are warmly invited,” he said. Mr Shlegeris said he was tired of Noosa residents not getting the health care services they deserved,

with a range of patients having to travel to receive adequate care. “We have to get our fair share of state government resources. For more than 10 years now we’ve been completely neglected. We can’t let the state’s new trophy hospital in Birtinya continue to suck health resources out of Noosa,” he said. Mental health services, orthopaedic services and endoscopy and colonoscopy services for public patients are also in the Green firing line. “Decent public health must be reasonably accessible - that means here in Noosa. Successive state governments have cut, cut, and cut again,” he said.

“We’re aiming high in trying to restore quality health care in Noosa. It’s a big job after so many years of neglect, but we must do it. The exhausted old parties will carry on ignoring us if they get the chance.” Mr Shlegeris said he would also focus on important local issues such as Beckman’s Road, the neglected TAFE building, hulks in the river and local planning and population control. “All of these issues have become huge issues because both LNP and Labor governments have treated Noosa with disdain,” he said. “Neither Labor nor the LNP will be able to form a majority government at the next election. We’ve al-

ready seen at least one LNP member defect to One Nation. Whichever side cobbles together a government will do so only with the support of the crossbench. That’s why Noosa needs a strong, independent representative in State Parliament. “Those electorates which have non-Labor, non-LNP representatives will be the ones with influence in the next state government. If we elect a local member from one of the exhausted old parties, we’ll just be accepting more of the same neglect.” Anyone is welcome to attend Mr Shlegeris’s campaign launch on Wednesday 25 January from 11am at The J, Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads.

Roller skaters are mad keen for it By Jolene Ogle A Christmas present has unearthed a new trend in Noosa after hairdresser Tanya Stevens put out the call for fellow roller skaters on Facebook. Tanya’s sons bought her skates for Christmas and after a nasty fall while skating on rough roads and pathways, Tanya decided to find a better venue and some great company to share her passion. The 48-year-old mother of two said she was “just a girl with a vision”, looking for someone to skate with and had no idea of the overwhelming response she would receive when she posted a message to Facebook asking if there were any other women interested in skating. So far, more than 100 women have responded to Tanya’s call out for “fun-loving” Tewannoosatoday.com.au

tin and Noosa ladies to join her in skating. The message was posted to the Noosa Community Notice Board on Thursday (12 January) and said Tanya was interested in starting a recreational quad roller skating group. “I am just a learner skater myself and encourage other learners and all skill levels to join me. We can learn together,” the post read. Tanya said all women needed to be over 18-years-old as she hoped to start a roller derby team, and must also be available to skate at least once a week, own skates and not be a “Serious Sue”. Within minutes, a flurry of comments appeared below the post, with local women saying they were excited by the idea of joining a roller skating squad. “Wow, interested! No skates and have not

skated in years, but it sounds fun,” wrote Kylie Davis. “Sounds like fun! I may need kneepads to start with though,” said Juanita Pawa. “Hell bloody yes. Count me in!” said Sky Louise Schouw. “I’d have to buy skates. Can only blade ... but I’ve always wanted to partake in roller derby.” Tanya said she had been speaking with a local venue and hoped to hold regular skate days at the site in the near future. The recreational skating sessions will take place at the Noosa Leisure Centre on Sundays from 10-12noon and will be just $11 per person. No date has been set just yet but anyone who would like to join in the roller skating can join the Facebook page - Tewantin/Noosa Rollers - to keep up to date.

Mum-of-two Tanya Stevens had no idea of the overwhelming response she would receive when she put the call out for anyone wanting to join a roller skating team.

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Biosphere brings us up to speed “The results of the LIDAR analysis are due in January with a community workshop presenting the findings scheduled in late February.” Noosa Landcare’s Rachel Lyons said the works undertaken on the site demonstrated productive grazing operations could go hand in hand with protecting valuable soil resources, improving local water quality and enhancing biodiversity values. “The Glasbys have been operating a grazing enterprise on the property for many years and have been implementing excellent pasture management regimes during that time. This project largely complements their efforts and it has been great working with them,” Ms Lyons said. Mr and Ms Glasby said they wanted to thank Noosa Landcare’s Steve Husband and Rachel Lyons for their organised efforts on the project. “We also want to thank Lucas Reid and his Green Army team for the great planting job. We would also like to thank the Noosa Biosphere Reserve Foundation for enabling the project to occur,” they said. The works were made possible through private contributions by the Glasby family, the NBRF and tree planting undertaken by Noosa Landcare and the Commonwealth Government’s Green Army team facilitated by Campbell Page. Kin Kin catchment landholders who wish to learn more about getting involved in the Keeping it in Kin Kin project can contact Rachel Lyons at Noosa Landcare on 5485 2155. Future community workshops and field days are planned with project partners Country Noosa and the Kin Kin Community Group. More information about the Keeping it in Kin Kin project is available at www.noosabiosphere.org.au.

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The Noosa Biosphere Reserve Foundation has released its first update on the Keep it in Kin Kin project. The group has reported initial works have wrapped up at the first “Keeping it in Kin Kin” demonstration site off Sheppersons Lane in Kin Kin, where a partly eroded creekline and lower-slope land slump have been fenced for improved stock management and over 2500 native plants planted to assist in stabilising soil on the site. Landowners Jeanette and Bruce Glasby say they have had concerns for some time regarding areas of erosion caused by fastflowing flooding events in sections of Wahpunga Creek. “After heading along to some Noosa Landcare landholder workshops, we decided to discuss our concerns with Landcare staff and this project eventuated,” they said. “We were particularly interested in connecting our mature stands of remnant rainforest that our family have preserved, including beautiful mature specimens of the endangered Southern Penda and Giant Ironwood Trees.” The NBRF said the project was an onground demonstration site for the larger Keeping it in Kin Kin project, which aims to preserve the productive yet highly erodible soil resources of the Kin Kin catchment. The NBRF said due to both current and historical activities, the entire high-sloped western section of the Kin Kin catchment was particularly susceptible to erosion, hill and creek bank slumping, much of which ended up in the Noosa lakes system after high rainfall events. “As part of the NBRF-funded Keeping it in Kin Kin project, a new state of the art light detection and ranging imaging (LIDAR) assessment will be able to pinpoint exactly where the most active erosion hot spots are in the Kin Kin catchment,” said an NBRF spokesperson.

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Boomerang Bags on the move By Hollie Harris Boomerang Bags Noosa has finally moved into its new home at Wallace House, Noosaville. Project Co-ordinator Desiree Gralton said she was delighted that they had found a more permanent home and an opportunity to form a great new alliance with the Noosa Arts and Crafts Association. “Operating from Wallace House is a perfect match for Boomerang Bags Noosa as we all share the principle of creativity and community connection. Not only will our volunteers benefit from the other great workshops on offer in this creative hub, but we are hoping that other NACA members will also benefit from us being there,“ Desiree said. NACA President Jan Bentley is inspired by the Boomerang Bags team.

“Their commitment and enthusiasm is infectious! Our ground floor Pandanus room is a relatively small area but we have managed to accommodate everyone and their equipment! We welcome our new BB members and wish them a long and happy association with NACA - it’s a pleasure to see Pandanus a hive of industry and lively chatter on Monday and Wednesday mornings,“ Jan said. Boomerang Bags is a social enterprise that aims to provide an innovative alternative to plastic bags that is socially, environmentally and economically sustainable. Each bag is hand-made by volunteers from the local community using donated, secondhand materials, keeping the initiative local and sustainable. Regular working bees provide a platform to engage all demographics of the community in a positive environmental initiative, raise

awareness about current sustainability issues as well as promoting and encouraging community connectedness and socialisation. They also provide a hands-on learning environment, allowing volunteers, community groups and school students to gain practical skills, giving them independence and benefitting the community in the long-term. The initiative is implemented in a way that connects and engages with local communities, reduces waste, fosters sustainable behaviour, raises awareness, and creates a sense of purpose and community ownership. Over the past year, bag making workshops operated from three different pop up shops in Noosa Junction and many private homes from where volunteers produced more than 2500 Boomerang Bags. This great effort reduced the use of thousands of plastic bags while

also diverting fabrics from landfill. More importantly, it brought together people from all walks of life to show their care and respect for our beautiful planet by doing something positive to make a change. So if one of your new year’s resolutions was to ditch the plastic bags - and all single serve plastics for that matter - then the time is right for you to join the Boomerang Bags Noosa revolution. Join the Boomerang Bags Noosa Facebook group to keep up to date with the latest news and watch this space for a new Boomerang Bag community starting up in Pomona soon. There will be some beautiful Boomerang Bags for sale at the Wallace House Artastic Sale on 21 and 22 January. Contact Desiree Gralton on 0427 596 478 for more information.

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The plight of missing Bernese Mountain Dog Sash has inspired other pet owners to come forward in search of their missing furry friends. Tewantin resident Kim Reddan is still searching for his cat Savage, after he went missing from a Doonan cattery on 1 November last year. Mr Reddan recently moved from New South Wales and said he had been searching for Savage for the past two months, but didn’t know where he could be. Savage and his brother Orlando were in the cattery for about seven days while Mr Reddan was visiting New Zealand.

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Savage is an eight-year-old black and white cat with a slightly milky eye, white paws, one white leg and a white chest. He is microchipped and registered to a Tewantin address. Mr Reddan said Savage could have wandered as far as Kin Kin and is hoping he’s being looked after by someone who may not realise he is missed by his family. Anyone who may be looking after Savage or may have seen him is asked to please phone Mr Reddan on 0409 918 652 or Debbie Ratcliffe on 0419 746 038. There is a reward on offer for the safe return of Savage.

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Council wants to know how you keep active. Have your say on the Noosa Sport and Active Recreation Plan by visiting yoursay. noosa.qld.gov.au.

Speak up on sporting need Residents can help council develop a new Sport and Active Recreation Plan for Noosa by having a say online or at a series of planned pop-ups. The Sport and Active Recreation Plan (SAR Plan) will outline ways to develop sport locally, plus co-ordinate the efforts of private, public and not-for-profit groups that provide Noosa’s sport and recreation opportunities. Community development officer Amanda Tie said the SAR Plan

would also help direct funding and other resources to where they are most needed. “We’re keen to find out what sporting facilities are most used and what active recreation activities people are involved in other than clubbased sport,” she said. “Research, including the national Ausplay survey, shows the way people participate in physical activity is changing, with more and more people taking part in activities outside of

traditional club or organised sport. “We can compare the data we collect against state and national trends and develop a baseline so we can measure the success of any new initiatives.” More than 30 local clubs have already contributed to the SAR Plan, which will provide a vision for Noosa’s sport and active recreation sector for the next five to10 years. Ms Tie said council was con-

sulting with peak sporting bodies such as Cricket Queensland, Tennis Queensland and Queensland Rugby League to ensure Noosa received its fair share of any new resources or funding on offer. Residents are urged to have their say, either via council’s YourSay Noosa portal or at one of the planned pop-ups to be held across the shire over January. “Past sport and recreation plans have been the catalyst for significant

State Government investment. That’s why it is important this document paints an accurate picture of our local sport and recreation sector and any opportunities for improvement,” Ms Tie said. To have a say, visit yoursay. noosa.qld.gov.au, visit Noosaville or Cooroy Libraries, pop into council’s offices on Pelican Street, Tewantin, or look out for one of council’s information pop-ups in shopping precincts in January.

Kids on top at the tennis By Hollie Harris

The Sunshine Beach team has been training since August for the event after winning the regional trials, with even the powerhouse tennis schools of Brisbane Boys College, Kelvin Grove Tennis School of Excellence, St Paul’s and Fig Tree Pocket unable to stop Sunshine Beach from finishing on top. With Christian playing at number one he had some incredibly tough matches against some of the top five players in the country, which is a massive effort for a Year 4 student. Harry was amazing at number two after clawing his way back in many matches over the weekend and Maison was so outstanding at number three he remained undefeated

Sunshine Beach State School conquered all to be crowned 2017 Queensland Schools Tennis Champions last Sunday. In one of the most dramatic and exciting competitions in years, Sunshine Beach accomplished the impossible when the team of Christian Caldwell, Harry McNamee, Maison May and Josh Moody played some incredible tennis over three big days. The Brisbane International Schools Challenge is a mixed team competition for all Queensland primary schools and the finals were during The Brisbane International, which is held at the Queensland Tennis Centre.

all tournament and was chosen in the All Stars team for his efforts. Josh put in a huge effort over the three days and saved his best till last, exactly when his team needed him the most, claiming his final singles and doubles against TACAPS to help the team claim the ultimate prize in primary school tennis and Jet Calwell was ready to go in as a strong reserve for the team. Noosa Tennis Academy’s Nick Caldwell managed and coached the team all year and the Noosa Tennis Club were generous with free coaching and assistance, allowing the school team to train at the club.

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Koalas get Branson health check The future of Noosa’s koala population is looking a little brighter as the first part of the Richard Branson Koala Conservancy program kicks off in Noosa. Noosa Council environment officer Tyron de Kauwe said the council is assisting Endeavour Veterinary Ecology (EVE) and University of the Sunshine Coast (USC) scientists on a pilot project that is tagging and monitoring koalas in Noosa shire. “This is the initial project of the Richard Branson Koala Conservancy,” he said. “EVE and USC have worked successfully with the Queensland Government on another successful koala project using these same methods.” The project captures koalas and gives them a comprehensive health assessment. If they are unwell they are treated and if they are healthy then they are fitted with a collar, and quickly released back into their habitat. These project koalas will also be the beneficiaries of the koala chlamydia vaccine which was developed by the University of the Sunshine Coast. The collars have a GPS tracking device that shows koala movements and relays that information back to EVE electronically. “EVE can see when a koala slows down or stops. This information helps indicate whether the koala may be injured or unwell and helps identify where there are threats to koala movement or wellbeing,” Mr de Kauwe said. The council is also assisting a range of scientists and conservation agencies with other programs

Noosa's koalas may be seen with koala tracking devices to help follow their movements, health, wellbeing and threats. in a quest to conserve Noosa’s koala population with a number of projects underway simultaneously across the shire. The council has also been working with USC and its koala tracking dog program. This program has been very successful in finding local koalas through scat detection. Genetic and health analysis is be-

ing carried out on the collected scat under a project part-funded by the Noosa Biosphere Reserve Foundation. Mayor Tony Wellington said koala conservation is not a simple matter and knowing where koalas live and whether they are healthy all plays a role in their survival. “It’s vital to understand exactly where our local koalas are living, whether they represent healthy and

viable populations and, otherwise, what management interventions are required to make these koala populations sustainable,” he said. “To achieve a turnaround in koala numbers, and that is our goal, we do need to carry out these sorts of complementary scientific studies, with some urgency attached.” Koala sightings reported to the council are sent through to the USC program. Sightings also help to in-

form the council’s new planning scheme. In addition, the council has engaged o2Ecology to locate koala hot spots where koalas come into regular contact with the human environment. This work will help the council identify where investment in infrastructure is required to help koalas move around safely. The local Queensland Koala Crusader (QKC) group has also been busy assisting with a range of conservation and care projects for the Noosa koala population. President Meghan Halverson said the group will “redouble” its efforts in 2017 and was determined to focus its energies on “developing sanctuary creation strategies”. “Collaborative efforts are underway and we have had some exciting moments in 2016 that will continue into 2017,” she said. “We planted trees for a koala food tree plantation at Wildlife HQ on 27 September in conjunction with Noosa District Land care. “The newly planted trees will provide a support to local koala rescuers and carers in the Sunshine Coast and Noosa region. “We plan to participate in more of these kinds of collaborative efforts to establish more re-growth plantations and corridor connectivity,” she said. The council’s projects are consistent with its Koala Conservation Plan, which was adopted in 2016. For more information about Noosa Shire Council’s Koala Conservation Plan or to help the council with koala sightings information visit www.noosa.qld.gov.au/koalas.

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Rescuers to the rescue Local Bernard Jean loves Noosa’s koalas and can name almost every single one - so when he heard about a koala in distress he had to share her story. In an email to koala conservation enthusiasts, Bernard wrote about Coorah - a new koala found high in a tree but in desperate need of medical attention. “This is a small story to motivate your readers to help our lovely furry friends when they see one in distress on the same tree for several days in a row or even not moving at the bottom of a tree,” he wrote. “Saving one animal won’t change the world, but it will change the world for that one animal.” Bernard explains that on Saturday 31 December in the late afternoon two residents, Emma and Glen, reported on a koala sighting Facebook page that they had spotted a koala high in a tree at Cooroibah. “We are slightly concerned that the tree it is in is very close to the road,” they said. Bernard and Glen went to check on the koala the next day and decided to name her Coorah, but soon realised the koala had a large cystitis on her rear. “The poor girl must have been in a lot of pain,” he said. “I called Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital Rescue Team who came on Monday (2 January) to assess the situation. Two tree climbers came on Tuesday (3 January) and started preparing for the rescue. Unfortunately

Coorah was eventually rescued and is now recovering.

Coorah decided to climb to the top of the tree, out of reach of the tree climbers to feed with some fresh leaves.” Bernard said Coorah was still high in the tree on Wednesday and Thursday but “time was pressing as

she was in need of urgent treatment”. The rescuers were in case she moved to another tree. “We might have lost her forever,” Bernard said. “Some difficult decision was to be made as generally koalas don’t

Worried residents found this koala, names Coorah, high in a tree.

stay for that long in the same tree. At that time my thoughts were, ‘Please Coorah, make it easier for us to catch you but again you are a free wildlife spirit and we understand that you might decide otherwise’,” he said. On Friday, after seven days spent

in the same tree, the rescuers couldn’t wait any longer to have save Coorah. The group called Koala Rescue Queensland and two tree-climbers came to the site. Bernard reports that after a very difficult and risky climb, “our beautiful Coorah was finally rescued”. She was taken to a local vet where she was put on antibiotics. “She really enjoyed her butt soak and wash and felt a lot better just having that cleaned up,” Bernard said. “Coorah is only a young girl of about three years, so is just coming into maturity. She now has her own enclosure with towels wrapped around the branches to protect her sore bottom. Fingers crossed that she’ll survive her ordeal. At the last news on Saturday she was doing well despite it being early days. “Many thanks to Glen and Emma who live next door to where they spotted her. Please wish Coorah well so that she can pull through this and be safely released in the wild.” Anyone who wants to learn more about koalas can visit the Queensland Koala Crusaders’ Facebook page or visit their website www.koalacrusaders.org.au. Anyone who spots an injured koala can phone the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital on 1300 369 652 in an emergency or the Rescue Unit on 5436 2000, Koala Rescue Queensland is available 24 hours a day on 0423 618 740 or 0431 300 729.

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Uni places up on last year The University of the Sunshine Coast is continuing to expand rapidly, with a record number of people receiving offers to begin degrees at the University in Semester 1. A total of 3777 offers for undergraduate places at USC have been made so far by QTAC (Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre) - up 9.5 per cent on this time last year and USC expects that number to increase after further QTAC offer rounds are made throughout February. Day one of Semester 1 on Monday 27 February will see about 13,500 students on campus, compared to 12,300 at the start of 2016. The Bachelor of Nursing Science remains USC’s most sought-after degree, with 384 offers made, followed by Paramedic Science, Sport and Exercise Science, Business (Tourism, Leisure and Event Management) and Primary Education. The 3777 offers include

1972 to applicants from the Sunshine Coast (including Noosa Shire Council), 555 to residents of Moreton Bay and Somerset regional councils, as well as 250 to Fraser Coast and 141 to Gympie residents. USC’s Vice-Chancellor Professor Greg Hill congratulated those who have received offers, many of which are from the Noosa Shire, and encouraged all new students to join in Orientation activities from 20-24 February. “A university education is a wonderful experience and opens up many career doors,” he said. “I’d encourage our new students to make the most of the opportunities that will be presented to them during Orientation and throughout their degrees.” Professor Hill said a further 500 people had today received offers to study USC’s free tertiary bridging program, called Tertiary Preparation Pathway. The major round of offers

was released online through QTAC (www.qtac.edu.au) earlier this week. Enrolment information has been provided to applicants online, and students are encouraged to respond to offers by Monday 23 January. Anyone who has received an offer to study at USC but does not receive enrolment information from the University within the next few days should contact USC’s Student Administration Office on 5430 2890. Study planning assistance is also available. Those who did not receive an offer can also contact USC’s Student Administration Office for advice about further QTAC offer rounds. USC also has a number of alternative entry pathways to university, including the Tertiary Preparation Pathway program. For more details, go to www.usc.edu.au/apply.

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Owner sees her stolen car towed away car that was allegedly stolen from their home on Monday 16 January. Owner Lisa Dean said she saw the olive green Holden Adventurer, which looks similar to a Holden Commodore station wagon, being loaded onto a car trailer outside her Tewantin home. She said a black four-wheel-drive, driven by an older male along with a younger female, was seen towing away her car.

The car is a distinctive olive green colour, is missing the antenna and has a dint in the rear number plate. Lisa posted the only photo she had of the car to the Noosa Community Notice Board in the hope of someone knowing where her car is. The police have been notified. Anyone with information should phone Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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Weekly roster for Meals on wheels Beginning Monday 23 January to Friday 27 January 2017. Monday Drivers: Helen and John, Marie, Anne and Phil, Driver needed run D, Julie and Judy, Doug and Claudia, Margaret and Michelle. Kitchen: Martina, Len, Stephen, Neil. Tuesday Drivers: Graham, John Mc, Rob and Kevin, Jan and Bob, Tania and Friends, Fiona, Robyn. Kitchen: Ashleigh, Christine, Jo. Wednesday Drivers: Bev and Tony, Council, Driver needed run C, Liz and Liz, Rhoda and Heather, Barbara, Evelyn and Maureen. Kitchen: Judi, Jill, Jerry, Elfie. Thursday Drivers: Australia Day Holiday Closed - No Deliveries, no volunteers required. Kitchen: Australia Day Closed - No volunteers required. Friday Drivers: Bruce, Helen and Allan, Brian G, Bob, Theresa, Sam and Kevin, Driver Needed Run G. Kitchen: John, Sandy, Elfie, Neville. Tewantin Noosa Meals on Wheels is currently looking for Kitchen Volunteers. One extra person each day is required for Monday through to Friday. General kitchen duties from 7.30am to 11.30am. Food Safety Training will be given as part of Volunteer Training. Drivers and Co-Drivers also required for Monthly Roster, 11am to 1pm. If you are unavailable or can do an extra run, please phone the kitchen on 5449 7659. Thank you, Desiree.

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teWantin nooSa garden CLub The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa Garden Club will be on Monday 13 February. The club meets on the second Monday of each month (except Dec and Jan) at 12.30pm for 1pm start, in the Catholic Church Hall, 5 Moorindil Street, Tewantin. Regular guest speakers, plant sales and prizes. February speaker is Phil Ryan and his organic products. Visitors welcome. Contact Susan Lancaster 0403 958 806 or tewantinnoosagardenclub.com.

CooLuM and diStriCt red CroSS branCH neWS Our next Meeting will be held on Wednesday 8 February, 10am start, at the Coolum Beach Surf Lifesaving Club, Coolum Beach. Come and join us for a coffee and find out what we do. Visitors very welcome. Can you help us with a fundraising barbecue to be held at Bunnings Maroochydore on 9 February? Ring Robyn on 0409 124 460 for more details. The Power of Humanity.

LionS CLub of peregian After the Christmas break our Lions Club of Peregian meetings will resume on Tuesday 24 January at 5.30pm. We are returning with a less formal format to our meetings and supporting a new local business: Downey and Bear (corner of Balgownie and Peregian Springs Drive). We welcome all family, friends and new members. Any inquiries call Ross 5448 1592.

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Hospice op shops need volunteers Sunshine Hospice Ltd is calling for volunteers for their five op shops throughout the region. In a statement to the media, chair Frank Lewins said the organisation is on track to achieve its aim of building a purpose-built hospice on the Sunshine Coast now that its five op shops are open for business. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With the reopening of the Tewantin and Cooroy shops, more volunteers are needed to cope with the day to day demands of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;op shop tradingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;,â&#x20AC;? he said. Mr Lewins said until the hospice is built and operational, the revenue from the shops adds to a steadily growing building fund. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Depending on final outcomes of negotiations with allied organisations to enter into partnership arrangements, this building fund could well reach its target sooner rather than later,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the meantime, negotiations continue with potential partners, as do discussions choirs. Choirs have been singing for ten years now, and after a Christmas break will be starting sometime in February 2017. If you would like to sing in one of these choirs, email Andrew at andrewjemmet@gmail.com. If you cannot email, phone 5474 1498.

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nooSa CHriStian feLLoWSHip On Sunday 22 January at Christian Fellowship of Noosa, Chris Lancaster will bring another of his in-depth accounts of Old Testament characters, this one being â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jonah and the Great Whaleâ&#x20AC;?. A warm welcome is assured if you come to the CWA Hall, next door to the Tewantin Post Office, at 9.30am. All our details are available at www.christianfellowshipnoosa. com or, for a personal chat, call Tony on 5474 0620.

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It's a pandemic Stop the wild feed article (Noosa Today, 12 January). Birds ... birds ... birds. I didn’t know feeding birds in Noosa has become pandemic. It must have if our mayor has to waste time telling people not to feed native birds. Surely Noosa has more pressing issues that the mayor should be working on- i.e. social issues like jobs for the unemployed, the homeless and families doing it tough. Or he is more concerned about giving ratepayers’ money to NPA and his biosphere for another project. Bob Thompson, Sunrise Beach.

... don’t we? Jen Oakley, Noosa.

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Squeal and snort A lot of squealing, wriggling and snorting about a $2700 polo match attendance, a $13,000 plane charter and other gluttonous gorging at the trough of pollie perks. Remember the fraud charge for $900 for car hire that destroyed a local pollie’s career? Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach.

Stripe me green When the wall went up at the roundabout (at the new 7/11), complaints came flooding in to you. May I say I think the green stripes make it look fantastic, but the piano keys! That has me confused. Joan Chapman, Doonan.

Just ignored In response to 'Food walk is tuckered out' (Noosa Today, 12 January). Yet again we see our council ignoring the enjoyments of its residents at the hands of the power-hungry council bureaucracy (the fun police) by rejecting the proposed Gympie Terrace Food Walk for the two main reasons of parking and competition! A third reason was a pending consultation process to “gauge how the community would like to see the Noosa River foreshore area used”, another tool of the bureaucrats to bury initiatives. Compare the Noosa Junction Twilight Markets with what has been proposed for a Gympie Terrace Food Walk. PARKING: There is no difference in available parking between the two venues, one has the Noosa Fair parking areas and Gympie Terrace has the Noosa Village - the parking area under the Noosa Junction Shopping Plaza is sign posted as being only available for patrons of the Plaza; Our council is pushing us to use public transport and the same bus routes service both venues; There is a lot higher concentration of resorts in the Gympie Terrace area so a lot of people would be walking to Gympie Terrace, as admitted by the council by stating that Gympie Terrace is “highly activated on summer evenings”. COMPETITION: Again there is no difference between the two venues both have an abundance of local “businesses not involved in the event”; While competition may harm some businesses society will enjoy the benefits (again residents are not being considered). We are world travellers and this type of mar-

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A family of tawny frogmouths perched in a paperbark tree at Pomona captured by Alan Howieson. If you would like to submit a photo for Lenscape, email newsdesk@ noosatoday.com.au ket is prominent everywhere and overseas visitors expect this type of activity when they visit Noosa - I hope Damien Massingham (Tourism Noosa) in his push for more overseas visitors makes overseas bodies aware of our fun police. The council's statement that Gympie Terrace is “highly activated on summer evenings” did not bring to account the frustration experienced with barbecues which continually do not work (we are highly embarrassed when explaining to visitors our Gympie Terrace barbecue problems), lack of toilets (how many tourists use a “bush” rather than walk a half a kilometre to a public toilet) and hordes of mosquitoes which drive you away. As a resident and ratepayer (along with all my qualifying friends) demand that the application for Gympie Terrace Food Market be revisited by our elected Councillors and not bow to “Yes Minister”. Barry A. Smith, Noosaville.

A dog's life About the beginning of December the Noosa Council Dog Control Officer visited Chaplin Park at about 6.45am and spoke to me and several other dog owners. The substance of his message - there was to be a trial period of two or three months before council would start to issue fines for dogs off-leash in Chaplin Park. He instructed us to take the dogs to the offleash area at the Spit or the off-leash area on Lake Weyba Drive. Several people have been to the Spit by car at 6.30-8.30am and found car parking but coming back through Hasting Street was delayed by heavy traffic. In the afternoon 3-4pm the cars are often queued half way to Quamby Place. The roundabouts on Weyba Drive are always busy. There are up to 14 dogs visiting the park some mornings between 6.30-7.30am, potentially adding that many more cars to the Weyba Road/ Hasting Street congestion. Our dogs are a great benefit to our health and well-being, but are not classed as assistance dogs and so not allowed on public transport. Most of us are elderly and we pay rates. We would appreciate an open meeting with the some who could explain this latest threat to Chaplin Park and the proposed redevelopment. June Lynn, dog owner, Noosaville.

A thousand cuts I just want to support Jeanne Robinson and the article she wrote in last week’s edition (Noosa Today, 12 January). Well said. I haven’t lived here nearly as long as Jeanne, only 23 years, but it’s long enough to know the North Shore and Double Island Point when it was pristine and uncrowded. She must be heartbroken to have watched her home slowly die by 'a thousand cuts’, and lies, from pollies and council bureaucrats. Most young ones wouldn’t understand the connection you have with Teewah - too self-interested in the “it’s all about ME world" and the older ones who have vested interests in keeping their jobs (council administration) and politicians who make hollow promises. Kate Jones, Stirling Hinchliffe (I’d like to see him get to work on time using HIS public transport) and Mark Bailey, who wouldn’t know the difference between coffee rock and washouts if his life depended on it, are three good examples.

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I’d bet good money they all think a “tailor” is someone to see in haberdashery. Jeanne, I guess all I can say is you got to live in a very special place on earth. No-one can take that away from you. Pass your wisdom on to those who are close and will listen. Hopefully they too will also find their own piece of heaven. God knows, it’s long gone from here. Time to move on. Mark Griffin, Tewantin.

The latest Council’s six-monthly capital works report shows an actual completion rate of $5.8 million from their revised full year budget of $25.4 million. This equates to 23 per cent instead of 50 per cent. Approximately $4 million of budgeted work has already been deferred and it’s likely the project capital works committee will consider postponing further jobs. Considering this problem appears to be entrenched, if NSC was a public company (and there are comparisons) shareholders would demand the board of directors resign. I’m reminded of Geelong Council’s demise in April last year when the Victorian Government sacked the mayor and all 12 councillors. Perhaps the community is expected to make allowances because work on Dr Pages Road was a budget addition that went over cost and time (this urgent upgrade appears to be a rarely used dud) but de-amalgamation is the reason why council is under-resourced. Sunshine Coast Council is booming while Noosa Council struggles. John Lobb, Peregian Springs.

Queue mentality You can’t change the road gridlocks till you change “queue mentality”. There are those who live for 11 months of the year driving bumper to bumper just to get to work, then they stand in a queue while waiting for entertainment, takeaways etc. Then for the last month they choose to do it all over again. Happy New Year. When we alter the minds of the ‘herd’ society then we may free up roads. Locals all know come the silly season or any event, to shop and store up until it’s all over. Any sensible local human being knows not to even bother attempting to get from A to B when our roads have quadrupled in usage. The smart ones hibernate. The only low-cost solution (because it’s about the expense to solve the issue) that I can configure is to bring in an odd/ even last number registration plate of the same odd/even days for it to at least lessen the congestion. The concept could be used as a trial. Naturally emergency, delivery should have free van access. Staff should have free bus access and resort tenants should have a fee embarked on their accom costs. It’s the extra tourists who have no charge that’s causing the gridlocks. We have to start thinking the ‘user pay’ system. Ironic how our bureaucrats think? On one hand they're promoting Noosa overseas to bring in even yet more tourists and their money and on the other hand complain about and cannot resolve the very problem such promoting brings? Apparently, it’s all okay at the end of the day. For we pay anyway for their decision making. Well, we keep voting these nutters in

There are often questions why politicians’ exorbitant entitlements after a parliamentary term should still be justified. Especially after incidents were they have not been 100 per cent true to their position as a representative of the government whose task it is of doing the right thing for Australia and its people. What I find hard to digest is a politician who is incapable of handling his/her portfolio and is either dismissed or not re-elected, but is then head-hunted for a position in the corporate world of big business. Is it their talents or ex-political profile that makes them so attractive? Maybe it’s their ability to cut corners by stealth and guile that somehow makes them the perfect executive for backroom deals. It’s proved to have worked well enough for three or four terms for some of them and a lifelong career for the smartest. E. Wright, Sunrise Beach.

Jammed up Oh what is happening to Noosa? In recent weeks we have been witness to the worst traffic jams in a long while - workmen have been digging up roads making the situation worse, but no doubt getting triple time for working in the holiday period, we have had fences erected which make it difficult for citizens to traverse land close to their homes, we have had monstrous parking fines placed on vehicles, even though they were displaying disabled stickers and supposedly permitted to park in the location, buses put on to assist traffic chaos were so short-lived that many did not realise that they had been and gone and so on. This all happened on the local front. In the meantime the Minister for Health who has been wrecking Medicare like you would not believe and without shame, leaving many families destitute, and has had a crack at Centrelink, using the same methods has finally come to grief. It seems that rich as she is, flying everywhere in her own plane, she has abused the system ... more than any frustrated taxpayer or welfare recipient. Because of her claims for travel, accommodation and what have you, thankfully she is now out of a job. Mind you she was very reluctant to go ... not keen at all. Now let us restore Medicare to what it once was, and to reassure welfare recipients that their tawdry pensions will not be smashed to smithereens by the smiling Minister who is wealthier than they could ever dream. K.L. Fielden, Tewantin.

Top of the pops I was interested to read that Travel and Leisure has named Noosa as one of the top 50 places to visit (Noosa Today 12 January). Obviously his will result in a considerable increase in visitors to Noosa. I note also the suggestion to erect a multistorey parking station to help solve Noosa’s traffic congestion. Before the council commits any money to a new carpark they should seriously consider the erection of a double-decker walking/jogging track in the national park. I am one of the regular walkers in the park who is regularly subjected to emotional and physical trauma (PTSD) by these thoughtless runners. The obvious solution to the problem is to erect a new pathway above the current track. This can be used exclusively by the runners, thus safeguarding the lives of the walkers. An added bonus will be that the walkers would be shaded from the harsh sun which will no doubt cut down on medical bills. Naturally the runners would expect to be charged a fee for the privilege of using the track. There would be no need to have a railing on the upper track. If any of the runners plunge down a cliff due to taking a bend too fast or losing their footing they would no doubt consider this just another of those little challenges that runners regularly encounter. The erection of a double decker walking/ jogging track is imperative. According to the Noosa Tourism CEO, Damien Massingham, Noosa has seen more than $100 million worth of investment in Noosa over the past few years. There should therefore be little difficulty in using some of this cash for the new track. Mervyn Mudal, Noosaville. noosatoday.com.au

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Easy-care sea change LOCATED in a quiet cul-de-sac and within easy reach of Castaways Beach, this beautiful four-bedroom home offers easy-care coastal living. Low-maintenance and sturdy, this home presents an opportunity to enjoy all the benefits of comfortable family living with the beach only moments from your doorstep.

The home chef is sure to love the all-white, galley-style kitchen with beautiful timber features. Plenty of bench and storage space plus all the conveniences such as a dishwasher and wall oven will make catering for the family an absolute breeze.

Gorgeous cathedral-like ceilings with exposed beams form the centrepiece of the living space and when combined with the polished timber floors, the space becomes bright, airy and welcoming.

When it comes time to relax, there are multiple living spaces to choose from. Relax on one of the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s many decks and take in the gorgeous leafy views of the National Park, dine alfresco in the sunny courtyard downstairs, or watch the kids and family pet play in the rear yard.

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for guests. This property also features a double garage, two bathrooms and easy access at the end of the street through to the dog friendly Castaways Beach. Pretty parklands are also within easy reach along with bike and walking tracks that lead to the seaside towns of Peregian Beach and Sunshine Beach. Noosa Heads and the Noosa Junction business centre are only a short drive north, while the Sunshine Coast Airport is just 15 minutes south along with the Coolum Beach township and the Maroochydore CBD.

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Situated just metres from the heart of Tewantin, overlooking the shores of Lake Doonella, this property sits in an enviable position. There are two residences built on this waterfront land. There is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom house at the front of the property and the second home is on the waterfront, with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a double lock up garage. ɒ Short stroll to Noosa Marina, restaurants and Markets. ɒ Timber floors, high ceilings and room for a pool. ɒ Dual income opportunity. ɒ Only metres from Tewantin shopping precinct.

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SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME

NOOSA HEADS 6 NAIRANA REST Home & Heart Terraced into the hillside on Noosa Hill this exceptional home offers the full package; quality space and position. Home on Noosa Hill are few and far between so act now to see for yourself this great combination of location and substance with this appealing family home. ɒ Secluded and quiet family residence or holiday home. ɒ Spacious open plan living extending to tropical outdoor area. ɒ Extensive top floor light and airy master suite with ensuite. ɒ Low maintenance gardens, plunge pool and cabana.

View Fri 3-3.30pm Sat12-12.30 Mon 12-12.30 Wed 4-4.30pm Price Auction On-site Friday 27 January at 3pm Kate Cox 0438 695 505 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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Central and expansive ANYONE looking for a large family home in a central location will love number 157 Outlook Drive in Tewantin.

Solar power, a double garage with internal access and extra offstreet parking for a boat complete the included features of this great

Built by an award-winning builder, the expansive floorplan has been carefully designed to offer maximum space and privacy for a large family.

property.

There are five bedrooms, all with built-in robes, plus two and a half bathrooms and multiple living areas including two living rooms.

reach, while Noosa Main Beach, the Tewantin town centre and Noosa

There is also a great-sized rear yard for the kids and family pet to play, plus a sparkling saltwater pool and a large covered outdoor patio perfect for dining alfresco.

home essentials

This spacious family home is centrally located close to all you

ADDRESS: 157 Outlook Drive, Tewantin

could ever need. Local shops and public transport are all within easy

PRICE: $659,000 DESCRIPTION: 5 bed, 2.5 bath, 2 car, pool

National Park are close by.

VIEW: Saturday 11-11.45am

This home is also located on major high school bus routes

AGENT: Tony Watson for Base Realty, 0403 180 828

including St Andrews Anglican College and Noosa District State High School’s Pomona campus.

SINGLE LEVEL HOME

NOOSA HEADS 754 ‘THE PALMS’ 61 NOOSA DR Stylish & Elegant This delightful single level home is situated on an elevated block adjacent to Lake Weyba, taking in a stunning leafy private back drop, this property has been fastidiously maintained and will appeal to the fussiest buyers. It contains a stylish interior, high quality fittings and luxury appliances, this superb home is fit for those who deserve only the best in life. ɒ Large chef style kitchen with quality appliances, plus fully equipped outdoor kitchen & bar. ɒ Seperate home office / 4th bedroom with external access. ɒ Turkish coral stone tiles flowing throughout, including outdoor entertaining areas. ɒ 5-10 mins drive to Hastings Street and it’s array of eclectic cafes and famous restaurants.

View Saturday 11-11.30am Wednesday 5-5.30pm Price $2.1Million Jon Blonk 0412 806 252 Kym de Warren 0412 325 421 0413 582 670 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench 12336938-KC3-17

New trend: rent-vesting A struggle to get into the expensive Sydney and Melbourne property market has given rise to a new trend of rent-vesting, and experts say Brisbane is next.

Home ownership won't always be a dream according to a new trend of rent-vesting, which is getting young people into the property market faster.

REIQ’s Felicity Moore described rentvesting as the term used to describe the situation where someone rents in a more desirable (ie more expensive) suburb and buys their first property in a cheaper suburb to then rent it out.

building an asset that will provide a roof over their heads in retirement,” she said. “However, the Gen Ys and Zs will likely embrace a more aggressive investment strategy - ie buying multiple properties to hold in a portfolio - as a highly desirable wealth-building tool. They’re coming at it from a very different angle and we believe this will bring about very different results. "We’ll see greater numbers more

“So, they are renting and investing - ie rent-vesting,” she said.

comfortable with investment in property

According the REIQ, this trend has emerged in younger demographics, the Gen Y and Gen Z group who are facing greater affordability challenges to their dreams of home ownership than any generation has previously faced.

per investor.”

“As lending criteria tightens and banks reduce their exposure to the housing market, home buyers are being forced to save up to 20 per cent deposit. In a market such as Sydney, where the median house price is close to $1 million, this means they have to save a deposit of around $200,000,” she said. “So, rather than give up on the dream

of home ownership, many are choosing a strategy that gives them the best of both worlds. They become home owners, while still maintaining a lifestyle in the inner or middle ring of the major city.” So far the strategy has been gaining traction in Sydney and Melbourne where house price growth is consistently in the high double digits. “We are not yet seeing it much here (Brisbane) - we’ve heard a few stories, from sales agents, buyer’s agents and investment advisers, but nothing consistent yet,” Ms Moore said. Ms Moore said the lag in the spread of the trend could be because Brisbane doesn’t

face the same affordability issues that Sydney and Melbourne have. “In Brisbane, our property capital growth has consistently been around 4 per cent year on year, and this is very modest, especially when compared with Sydney and Melbourne. But the same principles apply. Houses are cheaper on the outer fringes of the city than they are in the inner ring,” she said. Ms Moore said a change in investment strategy would see rent-vesting gain in popularity in Queensland. “Younger people are learning to look at investment in property in a very different way to previous generations. For Boomers and Xers home ownership was about

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Ms Moore said it took 12 times the national average income to buy a property in Sydney, eight times the national average income to buy a property in Melbourne, and four times the national average income to buy a property in Brisbane.

and as a result, more investment properties

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Luxurious Family Living in Sunrise Beach Entry to this magnificent home is past the sparkling pool and sunny deck, which sets the tone for a relaxed yet luxurious family home. Living is spread over two levels. Downstairs you will find three bedrooms, all with built-in robes and one with access to the covered balcony. There is a family room that also opens out to the balcony, while a study for those who work from home, plus a laundry and the main bathroom with bath complete the lower-level. A statement staircase crafted from glass and timber leads to the upper-level where the designer kitchen with large island bench and granite benchtops looks out over an open-plan dining and living space and from here, large sliding doors open out to a covered balcony where you can enjoy beautiful ocean views.

FOR SALE Informal Tender - Closes 31st

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SUNRISE BEACH 19 Captains Crt

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January 2017

VIEW

Sat 21st Jan 12-12:30pm

AGENT

David Conolly

2 b

2 c

0438 259 956

SMARTER. BOLDER. FASTER.

6 Allambi Rise, Little Cove LITTLE COVE LUXURY • Breathtaking residence designed by MRA design in prime Little Cove location • Spacious / luxurious home living room, dining and outdoor terrace adjoins state of the art kitchen and butlers pantry • Designed for entertaining with seamless indoor/ outdoor living zones • Set over 3 luxurious levels all serviced by private lift plus a spacious roof terrace with spa views over Laguna Bay • All four bedrooms enjoy luxurious ensuites and customised robes • Home ofice, art gallery/sitting room, games room, & home gymnasium

FOR SALE By Negotiation

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NOOSA HEADS 6 Allambi Rise

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VIEW

By Appointment

AGENT

David Conolly

5 b

0438 259 956

12 c

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Gorgeous Ocean Views from this Sub-Penthouse Apartment If you have ever wanted to live so close to the beach you could smell the salt on the air and hear the waves crashing to shore, then you will love this sub-penthouse apartment. Extra-large picture windows, the inclusion of louvers and banks of stacking doors show just how much care and thought has gone into designing a home perfectly suited to its location. Thanks to these inclusions, the open-plan living space is bright, welcoming and flush with plenty of fresh ocean breezes and you can enjoy spectacular white-water ocean views from the private balcony. Enjoy hosting friends for sunset cocktails while you watch the whales migrate along the coast, or if you want to create a dinner party, the well-equipped kitchen with stone benchtops and ample storage will make catering a breeze.

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FOR SALE Informal Tender- Closing 31st January 2017

VIEW

By Appointment

AGENT

David Conolly

2 b

2 c

0438 259 956

SUNSHINE BEACH 1/16 Henderson St SMARTER. BOLDER. FASTER.

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••฀Apartment฀6:฀2฀bed฀ocean฀view฀SOLD Apartment 6: 2 bed ocean view EOI

••฀Apartment฀1:฀3฀bed฀terrace฀SOLD Apartment 1: 3 bed terrace SOLD ••฀Apartment฀2:฀3฀bed฀terrace฀SOLD Apartment 2: 3 bed terrace SOLD ••฀Apartment฀3:฀3฀bed฀ocean฀view฀$1.95M Apartment 3: 3 bed ocean view $1.95M ••฀Apartment฀4:฀3฀bed฀ocean฀view฀$1.9M Apartment 4: 3 bed ocean view $1.9M ••฀Apartment฀5:฀3฀bed฀penthouse฀SOLD Apartment 5: 3 bed Penthouse EOI

Seldom is such a superb address secured in the much-coveted Sunshine Beach precinct. This event called for the design team to set a new blueprint for luxury resort-style living, resulting in the finest collection of boutique apartments with exemplary architecture and refined finishes.

The blueprint of Sunshine Beach luxury...

NOW SELLING REMAINING ONLY 2 APARTMENTS CONSTRUCTION NOW STARTED EST. COMPLETION 2017

Photographs and artists’ perspectives of buildings and interiors are indicative only and are subject to change without notice.

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

FIND OUT MORE AT: www.indigosunshinebeach.com.au

Luxurious Riverfront Living in the Heart of Noosa • •

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Luxurious, opulent and simply breathtaking, this designer home will impress anyone seeking a private hideaway in the heart of Noosa Grand entrance foyer leads to generous open plan living with superb river views. Living is spread over 2 levels,with the main bedroom, ensuite and ofice located on ground loor Multiple living spaces showcase the functionality and clever design of this luxurious residence with bose sound and c bus lighting Gourmet kitchen with Miele appliances, butler’s pantry, 3 fridge freezers, plentiful bench and storage spaces North aspect, heated pool, air conditioning and parking for 3 cars

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FOR SALE Informal tender- closes 1st March VIEW

By Appointment

AGENT

David Conolly

4 b

3 c

0438 259 956

NOOSA SOUND 24 Mossman Court SMARTER. BOLDER. FASTER.

home focus

Best of coastal living SET behind an unassuming exterior is this beautiful family home, recently renovated so the new owners can simply move in and start enjoying the best of coastal living. Set on a spacious 1200sq m block, you will live just a short stroll from the beach yet feel miles away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The simple yet spacious floorplan offers three bedrooms, including the master suite with walk-in robe and newly renovated en suite. There is a formal lounge and dining room that leads to the completely updated kitchen, now boasting plenty of bench and storage space, a dishwasher, breakfast bar and gorgeous cabinetry.

The kitchen overlooks the casual family room with fireplace. All of the living spaces are bright, airy and welcoming, thanks to the pitched ceiling and plenty of windows and doors that allow natural light and fresh breezes to fill the home. Outside, low-maintenance gardens provide a beautiful oasis setting while a large covered deck provides the perfect place to rest, relax and enjoy the sub-tropical climate. The kids will love the sparkling pool and surrounding gardens, while the beach is only a short walk away. For the environmentally friendly, the property has a bore with pump and automatic watering system, water tanks and solar panels for energy-efficient living. A double garage and newly renovated laundry complete the layout of this great family home.

home essentials ADDRESS: 11 Pavonia Street, Peregian Beach PRICE: $855,000 VIEW: Saturday, 11-11.30am DESCRIPTION: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, pool AGENT: Vicki Cooper for Star Noosa, 0418 231 955

Refined beachside living Real estate excellence starts with location and ends with design. Two brand new beachside residences. The best of Marcus Beach.

Only 1 left x4

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.

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Residence 2 sold

‘The Coves’ 20-22 Tristania Drive Marcus Beach Residence 1: $1.3M Inspect by appointment

EXCLUSIVE AGENTS: Call David Conolly 0438 259 956 or Sam Walker 0400 730 457

CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECTURE IN A UNIQUE TRANQUIL SETTING Set on the edge of the Settlers Cove Nature Reserve this home enjoys the tranquillity of being in the trees yet is only a 5 minute walk to Noosa Junction. 4 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms |open plan living | dining | kitchen and family room | indoor - outdoor room | double garage. This is a home that has certainly raised the level of expectation for design and quality and will spark immediate interest from buyers who want a home in which it is easy to live. There is a high level of detail both outside and inside of this building yet overall the feeling is a balance of simplicity and calmness. Polished concrete floors | high ceilings | bespoke kitchen | maximised storage and innovative lighting design are key elements. The buildings external palette is both natural and contrasting sitting harmoniously into the surrounding native garden and adjacent reserves mature trees.

$2,200,000.00

2.5

5 Banksia Avenue, Noosa Heads Inspect: Thursday & Saturday 11-12 noon

Ron Davey 0412 206 563

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Prestige Property Collection

5474 2442

Peregian Beach $855k

11 Pavonia Street

VIEW SAT. 11 - 11.30AM

Positioned on a 1,200sqm block with just a short stroll to the beach you feel miles from anywhere.

B 2

• Unassuming from the street, this recently renovated home has style and space. • Large master bedroom with walk in closet and new ensuite

C 1

PEREGIAN PARADISE

Vicki Cooper M: 0418 231 955

Peregian Beach $895k

11 Paldao Rise VIEW SAT. 11 - 11.30AM

Unassuming from the front, but WOW, this home opens up and there are fabulous decks and views from the back.

B 2

• Over 3 levels on a large 903m2 block with ocean views! • Wide decks to both loors, large pool and lots outdoor entertaining space

C 1

LARGE FAMILY HOME

Vicki Cooper M: 0418 231 955

Coolum Beach $630k

2204/1808 David Low Way VIEW SAT. 12-12.30PM

A 2

Fantastic large 3 bedroom unit. Located in the modern Element complex and just across the road from the beach.

B 2

• Modern galley style kitchen has direct access to the terrace for easy entertaining well designed and with lots of storage • A great unit for either downsizing or holiday use

C 1

hEART OF COOLUM BEACh

Vicki Cooper M: 0418 231 955

Peregian Beach $895k

38 Clarendon Road VIEW SAT. 1-1.30PM

A 3

Positioned in a unique location close to Lake Weyba and Peregian Beach.

B 4

• The 11 acre property has creek frontage, a large dam, fenced paddocks and an orchard • This is a great property and wonderful location

C 1

PEREGIAN BEACh ACREAGE

Vicki Cooper M: 0418 231 955

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SUNSHINE BEACH TOWNHOUSE 2/12 DUKE STREET SUNSHINE BEACH 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms, Study Private Courtyard Garden & Alfresco Area Fully Furnished, Dog Friendly, Share Pool Open this Saturday 12-12:45pm $740,000

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5471 4555

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OPEN HOMES 8/2219 David Low Way

Castaways Beach 5 Antipodes Close

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Rachel Sellman

Sat 11-11.30am

11 Seafarer Court

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay

Sat 10-10.45am

Coolum Beach 4 Barra Crescent

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Brendan Weatherill

Fri, Sat & Sun 11-11.30am

Century 21 Conolly Hap Group - Rachel Sellman

Peregian Springs 19 Balgownie Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Gavin Ryan

Sat 10-10.30am

68 The Avenue

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Gavin Ryan

Sat 10.45-11.15am

Sunrise Beach

2204/1808 David Low Way

Star Noosa - Vicki Cooper

Sat 12-12.30pm

5 Mylar Court

2/23 Beach Road

Star Noosa - Dannielle Preston

Sat 12-12.30pm

19 Captains Court

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly

10 Sobraon Street

Zinc Properties Noosa - Karen Harman

Marcus Beach 5 Mahogany Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Sam Walker

Sat 11-11.30am

15 Jacksonia Place

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

6 Sands Avenue

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Sam Walker

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Fri 2-2.45pm, Sat 11-11.45am Sat 12-12.30pm Sat 2-2.30pm

Sunshine Beach Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Rory Williamson

Sat 11-11.30am Sat 12-12.30pm

9 Swan Avenue

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Rachel Sellman

2/21 Nebula Street

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Rachel Sellman

Sat 2-2.30am

2/25 Elanda Street

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Rachel Sellman

Sat 1-1.30pm

16 Ross Crescent

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Diana Pound

3/2-6 Webb Road

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Diana Pound

Fri 12-12.30pm

2/16 Hill Street

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Lance Bussell

Fri, Sat & Wed 12-12.45pm

Mon 11-11.30am, Wed 3-3.30pm

13 The Esplanade

Zinc Properties Noosa - Karen Harman

Sat 12-12.30pm

Sat 1-1.30pm

2/12 Duke Street

Zinc Properties Noosa - Jon Kelly

Sat 12-12.45pm

49 Doonella Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Shane McCauley & Gillian McCauley

Sat 12-12.30pm

157 Outlook Drive

Base Realtors - Tony Watson

Sat 11-11.45am

Fri & Sat 11-11.30am Sat 1-1.30pm

Noosa Heads Apt 27 Macquarie Lodge, 53 Banksia Ave North

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Trevor Mangels

16 Ross Crescent

Noosaville

Sat 10-10.30am

11 Grosvenor Terrace

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Apt 308/309‘Hotel Laguna’6 Hastings Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Shane McCauley & Frank Milat

Mon 12-12.30pm

Apt 117‘Laguna on Hastings’32 Hastings Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Shane McCauley & Frank Milat

Fri 10.45-11am

Apt 16‘Sandcastles’1 Hastings Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Shane McCauley & Frank Milat

6 Moonare Cresent

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Brendan Weatherill

Mon 1-1.30pm

6 Nairana Rest

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox Fri 3-3.30pm, Sat & Mon 12-12.30pm, Wed 4-4.30pm

Fri & Sat 1-1.30pm

48 Nairana Rest

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Fri 5.30-6pm

Apt 26‘Rise Apartments’37 Noosa Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Fri 4-4.30pm, Sat 2-2.30pm

Apt 3‘Kalimna’35 Picture Pt Crescent

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Shane McCauley

2/21 Viewland Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Shane McCauley

U149 Noosa International Resort, 1 Edgar Bennett Ave

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Diana Pound

Fri, Sat & Wed 1-1.30pm

26 Attunga Heights

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Diana Pound

Sat & Wed 2-2.45pm

100/1 Edgar Bennett Avenue

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Lance Bussell

Sat 11-11.45am

5 Banksia Avenue

Base Realtors - Ron Davey

Sat 11-11.30am

Sat & Wed 12-12.45pm

Tewantin

Yandina Creek 59 Musgrave Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Sat & Mon 3-3.30pm

Sat 10-10.30am

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Thur & Sat 11am-12pm

Fri, 20th January

Noosa Springs

Apt 117‘Laguna on Hastings’32 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads Richardson & Wrench Noosa 508‘The Ridge’61 Noosa Springs Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jon Blonk & Kym de Warren

Sat 12-12.30pm

544‘The Ridge’61 Noosa Springs Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jon Blonk & Kym de Warren

Sat 10-10.30am

750‘The Palms’61 Noosa Springs Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jill Goode & Cam Goode

754‘The Palms’61 Noosa Springs Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jon Blonk & Kym de Warren

Sat & Wed 11-11.30am

48 Nairana Rest, Noosa Heads

Peregian Beach Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Brendan Weatherill

18 Pelican Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Rory Williamson

Onsite 6pm

Fri, 27th January

Sat 11-11.30am, Wed 5-5.30pm 6 Nairana Rest, Noosa Heads

2/20 Kingisher Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa

Onsite 11am

Richardson & Wrench Noosa

Onsite 3pm

Fri, 3rd February Fri & Sat 10-10.30am Sat 2.30-3pm

6 Coucal Crescent

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Jonathan Tomasini

Sat 11-11.45am

2/28 Pelican Street

Star Noosa - Vicki Cooper

Sat 10-10.30am

Apt 3‘Lazy River’271 GympieTerrace, Noosaville

Richardson & Wrench Noosa

Onsite 3pm

Sat, 4th February

11 Pavonia Street

Star Noosa - Vicki Cooper

Sat 11-11.30am

4 Barra Crescent, Coolum Beach

Richardson & Wrench Noosa

Onsite 9am

11 Paldao Rise

Star Noosa - Vicki Cooper

Sat 11-11.30am

Apt 3‘Kalimna’35 Picture Point Crescent, Noosa Heads

Richardson & Wrench Noosa

Onsite 10am

38 Clarendon Road

Star Noosa - Vicki Cooper

Sat 1-1.30pm

49 Doonella Street, Tewantin

Richardson & Wrench Noosa

Onsite 11am

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The members and trainers from Impact Amateur Boxing Academy Cooroy.

So proud of our young athletes Ron Lane’s

people When one achieves success, and wishes to continue, one must first stop and do an honest assessment, embracing both the highs and lows of the past year's activities. Often when doing so, and the total success when listed, is beyond all expectations, this gives encouragement for the future and above all, an intense feeling of pride and achievement. However and perhaps most important, it gives one the opportunity to not only recognise but also acknowledge all involved and give them a well-deserved thank you. As we all know there is no “I” in club success. Such has been the case for the Impact Amateur Boxing Academy in Cooroy. When the club's members - coaches, fighters, trainers, family and support group - gathered in Lions Park Noosaville for their Christmas and presentation of club awards barbecue on 13 December, there was indeed an immense feeling of pride, not only in their achievements, but also the club spirit. Their gymnasium - nestled amongst the trees just off Blueberry Drive, Cudgerie Estate - is small and is known as the House of Pain. To achieve last year's results is something in which both the sporting and the non-sporting community of Noosa District should take notice and celebrate - for these are achievements of our youth. Sitting in the family home of Impact's owner and head coach Mark Evans and wife Mel, I had before me all the relevant information regarding

the club's achievements over the last twelve months. To say that they were outstanding is indeed being modest. First of all was the total number of bouts that this local team of sixteen boxers, both male and female, had contested; it was 113 bouts for a total of 83 wins. A very impressive result. Next, the outstanding achievements gained by team members. It started with five Australian championships, five State Championships and seven Wide Bay. Add to this a total of six Australian Golden Glove Titles and we have a national club record second to none. Then came the results of their international tournaments. From Poland members returned home with a total of five gold and two silver medals and from Ireland two returned having won the very coveted Celtic Belt Championships. Regarding the Ireland International Tournament, the Celtic Cup, (which was the overall team championship) was won by the Queensland team which consisted of twelve fighters, five of whom came from our local Impact Club. In keeping with advanced training programs, three of Impact's young girls, Taylah Robertson, Ella Boot and Chloe Halley have recently returned from a four day training camp at the AIS in Canberra. “Their program,” said Mark, “was full on with three training sessions a day followed by fitness testing, and then lectures on nutrition and recovery.” Interesting to note all was done under the supervision of Amanda Groake, Britain's High Performance Female Coach. Also for Ella Boot, this rounded off a great competition year for she

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went undefeated - indeed a great achievement. “It has indeed been an outstanding year,” said Mark. “I cannot speak highly enough, not only of the boxing squad but all our team. Without the families, workers, supporters and sponsors, these results would be impossible. Nothing was too much of a problem; all we had to do was to ask and help was there.” It is a little known fact that apart from his full on commitment to the Impact club, owner/coach Mark Evans has also been, for approximately four years, involved in an outstanding program at the Cooroy State School; a program that is for benefit of children with special needs. When questioned about the success of this project he replied with a laugh - “I have been told by some staff people that if some children become a bit unruly during class, they are told that if they don’t behave they will not be allowed to attend Mark's boxing school. This, I am told usually works wonders.” The concept of these classes is first to have fun while learning about basic fitness, and second being gently introduced to that all important virtue of self-discipline. When one attends a normal training night at the Impact gym, both the fun factor and the self-discipline become obvious. On top of this the quite nature of the athletes and their good manners are noticeable. “We like to think that we don’t just teach fitness and boxing but also how they should conduct themselves in everyday life. Always remember that some of the kids who walk through our doors could be street kids. Our club plays a part in helping to build character for the years ahead,” Mark said.

"It is interesting to note that this attitude is also practiced at our other boxing club, the Noosa Box Office run by Israel Kani." With the occasional young fighter moving to Noosa District to train at the Impact club, the problem of employment sometimes arises. Therefore it is not uncommon for Mark - who earns his living as a painting contractor - to sometimes provide employment thus assisting them to get on their feet. This, plus the club's attitude to their sport, does wonders toward creating a team spirit that is second to none. In the area of administration and promotion, the Impact club again this year organised and ran the annual Young Guns Boxing Tournament at Cooroy. Proudly hosted by the Noosa District State High School, this event - with teams from all over the state attending - was in its fifth year. Again it was an outstanding success. Another major for Mark was his election to the position of President of Boxing Queensland. Such has been his performance, his re-election to the position for the fourth coming year was unanimous. Among his achievements was the successful meeting in New Caledonia with the National President of Boxing New Caledonia Nico Marto. The purpose of this was to establish a working relationship regarding tournaments between Queensland and Caledonia. The success of this meeting, which was also attended by a Fijian official, was a massive step forward in helping to consolidate amateur boxing in the South Pacific region. With relationship between these countries plus tournaments and

training camps involving Thailand and the Philippines, the unheralded sport of amateur boxing is starting to spread. With Australia about to host the Commonwealth Games, (and don’t forget they are just down the road on the Gold Coast) the positive and progressive attitude of Noosa Districts boxing fraternity could not come at a better time. The Games now being a reality, Mark has been talking with Scotland's Mike Keane, (Olympic coach) and Craig McAvoy, regarding the visit to Queensland of the Scottish elite boxing squad. This will consist of a team of ten athletes and two coaches. “Boxing in Scotland is very big and this trip is to prepare them for the Games,” Mark said. “At the end of the training camp we are hoping for an international tournament - Queensland vs Scotland. If this happened we have several boxers in the Noosa District (Impact and NBO clubs) who could make the state team and possibly the Australian team for the Games.” Add to this Mark's ability to formulate grounds for possible international tournaments with countries such as Ireland, Scotland and Poland, and we could safely say that the future of the sport is in good hands. In a time when drugs, binge drinking and the coward's punch takes precedent when media talks about the youth of today, not to acknowledge the positive achievements of our sporting youth, their coaches and families would not only be unforgivable but above all, un-Australian. So to our young athletes at the Impact Boxing Academy, plus coaches and parents, we say well done. We are proud of the fact that you are - Our People. noosatoday.com.au

Reeba, the Belgium shepherd with PETstock Noosaville's Jennifer and Lucia, the blonde boxer/malamute. The pooches are both RSPCA rescues and regulars in the Noosaville store, so drop in for a pat.

Pets get a new start National Pet Adoption Day is almost here and gorgeous rescue pets will be travelling the shire to encourage Noosa residents to adopt their next furry friend. Sunday 5 February marks National Pet Adoption Day and anyone interested in having a rescue pet join their family can learn more about it at Petstock Noosa from 10am2pm. The initiative, led by PETstock’s charity foundation PETstock Assist, in partnership with not-for-profit animal rescue organisation PetRescue, seeks to find lifelong and loving homes for all homeless pets across Australia. Every year, about 230,000 healthy pets remain unclaimed in Australia’s pounds and shelters. That’s roughly 110,000 dogs and 120,000 cats left homeless each year facing an uncertain future and it’s estimated more than 100,000 pets were killed in pounds nationally last year. PetRescue co-founder Vickie Davy said pets of all types, sizes, breeds and ages could end up in rescue through no fault of their own - including more unusual pets such as ferrets, pigs, rats, mice, racing pigeons and even pet snakes. “Our goal is to turn heartnoosatoday.com.au

break into hope for orphaned pets. If just one in five pet seekers chose to adopt a pet instead of shop, we could end pet homelessness Australia wide,” Ms Davy said. “More often than not we see pet owners who care deeply about their pets, but due to changes in circumstances that are beyond their control, they reluctantly have to surrender their pet. “Animals who find themselves homeless are still good pets. Most commonly, it is the owner’s change in lifestyle that results in pets becoming abandoned, as opposed to behavioural issues with the animal.” PETstock CEO Shane Young said National Pet Adoption Day encouraged Australians to consider giving a rescue pet a forever home. “PetRescue figures show the adoption of pets is increasing 38 per cent year-on-year, demonstrating how saving every homeless pet in Australia is possible. Last National Pet Adoption Day saw at least 400 pets find forever homes and we’re hoping to increase on this figure this February,” he said. “Adopting a pet is a hugely rewarding decision that can ultimately save the life of an

animal in need. All it takes is for pet seekers to make the ethical choice of adopting, rather than purchasing from a pet shop or breeder to find homes for our nation’s homeless pets.” Before joining their forever family, adopted pets are desexed, vaccinated and treated for parasites as well as having undergone a comprehensive veterinary and behaviour assessment. Ms Davy quit her corporate job 11 years ago to launch PetRescue.com.au, which connects animal welfare organisations and their rescue pets with those looking to add a new member to their family. The site has grown to become the most visited charity website in Australia and has saved the lives of countless dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs and even horses. Since PetRescue was founded in 2004, more than 385,000 rescue pets have been re-homed nationwide, including 64,000 in 2016 to date. For more information, visit PETstock.com.au or PetRescue.com.au or drop into Petstock Noosa on Sunday 5 February between 10am and 2pm to meet some local pets ready for adoption and to find out how you can help save a life.

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Here’s cheers to new lager Lion Brewmaster Dr Chuck Hahn has been working his magic over the New Year to create a test sample keg of ‘Eumundi Lager’. Chuck brought the new sample brew to the Imperial last Thursday (12 January) where a lucky group of beerloving locals got to sample the new brew. There was only one precious keg at the invitation-only event with locals relishing the chance to get a sneak peek at the new lager.

Katie Harvison and Tourism Noosa’s Isa Grube.

Rene McGovern and Mark Samaru sampling the new brew.

Dr Chuck Hahn and Eumundi beer lover Steve Beardsley.

Deputy Prime Minister of Australia, Barnaby Joyce, right, with Lion Brewmaster Dr Chuck Hahn.

Eumundi locals James Murfet and Zoe Martin.

Eumundi locals Analiese Long, Mike Long and Julie Wright.

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Riverside festivities in Oz By Hollie Harris It’s that great time of year again; it comes around so fast after Chrissy. Time to buy up on snags, lamb chops and lamingtons, clean out the esky and plan a day of fun, Aussie style. Yep, Australia Day is upon us and if you’re not cranking up the barbie at home, or drumming up a wheelie bin cricket match with the neighbours, then you’ll want to celebrate all the good stuff our blessed country has to offer while you and the family kick back and relax by the river. The Australia Day Festival on the Noosa River has it all covered mate, so pop the Pav in the fridge

for desert and head to Noosaville for a day of celebrations. On Thursday 26 January, the river will come alive all day long with live music, children’s fun, pony rides, sailing and great Aussie food. Organised by the good folk of Tewantin Noosa Lions Club and Rotary Club of Noosa Heads the festival kicks off at 7am with Rotary’s Big BBQ brekky. Live music on the park stage from 8.30am-3pm includes electronic didgeridoo from AzUR, Mark Moroney, Andrea Kirwin, Sharon Brooks and Pocketlove , and headliners the Ryan Giles Band who return to the festival this year. Tewan-

tin Noosa Lions Club member Jacqui Nichols said the Noosa Australia Day Festival would be fun for everyone while raising money to help local homeless men, women and children. “It will be a big family festival on the river, and we’ve got an amazing program of events all day so we’d love to see everyone come and celebrate Australia Day, join in the fun and help the community,” Jacqui said. “It’s a great day to sit by the beautiful Noosa River under the big marquee, catch the river breezes and be entertained by some fantastic Aussie talent.” Entertainment includes pony

rides around the park, Nickleby the Magician who is the festival MC, cooking demonstrations with Noosa chef Woody Theuerl from Peter Kuruvita Noosa Beach House Restaurant, rock climbing wall, hair fairy, classic cars, face painting, balloon twisting and TupperTotTent activities for the children. “You can’t get more Australian than Luke’s Interactive Reptile Shows – cuddle a python, get up close with turtles and lizards, and don’t forget the kids-size saltwater croc. These will all make for some memorable photos,” Jaqui said. Kids and adults can also have a crack at sailing on the river with

crews from Noosa Yacht and Rowing Club. Don’t forget to dress up in your best Aussie outfits on the day and make sure you leave some room after the bacon and egg brekky for the home-baked goodies from the amazing CWA ladies. The Tewantin Noosa Lions club food vans will also serve up some tasty tucker until 3pm. If its raining cats and dogs, the festival will still go ahead, so head to the river on Thursday 26 January, from 7am-3pm (entertainment from 8.30am) at the Lions Park, Gympie Terrace. Parking is at Chaplin Park, next to Lions Park (off Mill Street) - follow the signs and the event is free.

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The double play By Hollie Harris

Get ready for Slim Jim Phantom By Hollie Harris

Legendary drummer of the Stray Cats, Slim Jim Phantom, was instrumental in spearheading the neo-rockabillly movement of the early ’80s. With a love for ’50s rock’n’roll, the Stray Cats took inspiration from the bygone era and mixed with their youthful energy and aggression produced the updated hard-edged rockabilly sound that saw them conquer London, Europe and later the US. Over 30 years and millions of record sales later, Slim Jim Phantom continues to inspire and excite audiences worldwide. God of Carnage - A comedy of manners...without the With a sound, style and immanners at the Noosa Arts Theatre in February. age that remain as fresh today “Theatre-makers and theatre disturbance call takes a turn as they ever were, Phantom lovers will know they’ve seen for the worse, it brings about has cemented his place among rock royalty. something special, you simply a change in the weather. Considered by many can’t afford to miss experiencA Steady Rain, from House ing God of Carnage,” she said. of Cards and Mad Men writer as the coolest drummer in A Steady Rain, written by Keith Huff, is a heart-stopping rock’n’roll, Phantom’s influKeith Huff and directed by drama about a lifelong bond ence is still clearly felt on QUICK PUZZLE 7455with today’s musicNO. scene Sam Coward, is a tale of be- on the line. countless rockabilly drumtrayal that keeps you guessing. With James Patrick Reed and A Steady Rain explores Stephen Moore who will per- mers imitating his pioneering the complexities of a lifelong form his last play here in Noosa, stand-up style. In addition to the Stray bond tainted by domestic af- so be sure not to miss him. fairs, violence, and the rough Performances begin on 2 Cats, Jim has worked with streets of Chicago. February at 7.30pm then eve- some of the world’s top artists February 3, 4, 9, 10 7455 at and has played a part in many Joey and Denny have been nings QUICK PUZZLE NO. best friends since kindergarten. 7:30 or matinees February 4 successful groups - notably Phantom, Rocker and Slick Joey helps out with Denny’s and 11 at 2pm. wife and kids; Denny keeps Book online www.noo- (featuring long time David Joey away from the bottle. saartstheatre.org.au or phone Bowie guitarist Earl Slick) Now they’re cops in down- 5449 9343 or see counter Sales which produced two popular town Chicago, crime is a fact Tues to Fri 10am to 2pm at 163 albums; The Swing Cats feaof life. But when a domestic Weyba Road Noosaville turing guitar ace Danny B.

Enjoy a double bill at the Noosa Arts Theatre with God of Carnage and A Steady Rain. Yasmina Reza’s God of Carnage is a comedy of manners - without any manners whatsoever. Don’t miss the Noosa Arts Theatres next mystery comedy next month as it promises to be a comedy of manners ... without the manners. Two couples meet to discuss a fight their respected sons have had. After all, that’s what responsible parents do! What ensues is riotously funny as their social veneer of process and resolution slides rapidly away to reveal that the parents are actually more immature than the children. The frightening thing is the more their civilised polish disintegrates, the more we see ourselves in the world of brutal truth they create. Xanthe Coward from XS Entertainment said the success of this production lies in its casting, and in the deft hand of director Simon Denver. “Attention to detail is key, and Denver hasn’t missed a trick. If casting is ninety per cent of the job, tweaking the performances must be the final ten per cent,” Xanthe said. Featuring Frank Wilkie, Brett Klease, Sharon Grimley and Kate Cullen, God of Carnage is a must see.

Slim Jim Phantom's influence is still clearly felt on today's music scene. Harvey; and Dead Men Walking, an all-star affair which has boasted original members of The Sex Pistols, The Cult and Big Country among the rotating line-up. Jim also enjoyed a stint playing with The Killer, rock’n’roll originator Jerry Lee Lewis, and even performed in a now-mythological band called The Cheap Dates with acting legend Harry Dean Stanton, a long-time pal

of his. Slim Jim Phantom resides in Los Angeles, but in 2017 he hits Australian shores and will be at Tewantin Noosa RSL on Friday 19 May. Tickets to this event are on sale now and as they are limited they will sell out early. Tickets are available from reception or dial’n’charge on 5447 1766 at $30 for members or $35 for non-members.

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Feast of sound By Hollie Harris Sound Feast is a free regular concert at The J Theatre featuring awesome bands and an all ages open mic section. They have fantastic high quality sound and lighting to give both performers and the audience a whole concert experience. Sound Feast started in January 2016. It has quickly become very popular with a strong community following. Lots of wonderful musicians have graced the stage and many magical musical nights have occurred. The next Sound Feast is on 27 January, and begins with an all ages open mic section from 6pm. To sign on, come down to The J at 5.30pm and add your name to the board. It’s your chance to perform on the big stage. Headlining is the raw guitar-driven sound of the Dave Orr Band mixing well-crafted,

hooky riffs, A-class musicianship with a blues attitude: this is a live act not to miss. In the early years Dave cut his teeth touring nationally with various ska and rock acts. His prolific songwriting then led to him fronting Triple J Unearthed award-winning power trio Numbers Radio. Dave and his beatupol’ Gibson guitar are also a mainstay of the late night bar circuit, and in recent years Dave has toured most of Europe and North America as session player. Much of the inspiration and song writing for the upcoming record was found between being on the road and staying in a good friend’s 1950s trailer in Austin - Texas. The EP covers a fair bit of ground from Acoustic pickin to dirty slide with a power trio format he has clocked up so many hours playing with. Mark Henman on drums (Afro Dizi Act, Bernard Fan-

ning, Numbers Radio) and Chris Pearson on bass (Washington, Jimmy Barnes), join Dave on his debut record with special guest Hammond Organ wiz Lachy Doley on the first single “Champagne”. With a slinky almost Al Green inspired groove, the clip for “Champagne” was shot in a dive bar which has witnessed many late night jam sessions featuring the trio and was probably the birthplace of this tune. Influenced by Johnny Winter, Gary Clarke Junior, Hendrix, Muddy Waters and Peter Green to name a few, this band is raw and real, plug in and play and what you see is always what you’ll get. Don’t miss this awesome free event at The J. No unaccompanied minors please as there is a full bar available. Open mic inquiries contact Jay Bishoff Jay at jaybishoff@gmail.com

The Dave Orr Band headlines the next Sound Feast at The J on 27 January.

Two classics in one show By Hollie Harris Two all-time favourites hit Noosa this summer - all in one fabulous show! Join Sunshine Coast Youth Theatre’s talented youngsters as they bring you not one, but two, all-time classics, for the perfect family outing. Winnie the Pooh and friends perform in Act I for the classic children’s adventure in “Winnie the Pooh Kids”, and then get your umbrellas ready in Act II for “Singin’ in the Rain Jr”. While book lovers, children and those young at heart, celebrate the 90th anniversary of Winnie the Pooh, Sunshine Coast Youth Theatre is set to bring to life everyone’s favourite childhood friends. Winnie the Pooh Kids will take to the stage at The J Noosa on Saturday 21 January. This vibrant and youthful cast, all aged between 8 and 11 years, will provide an opportunity for Coast kids to come face to face with Tigger, Piglet, Winnie the Pooh and all in the Hundred Acre Woods. In their seventh year of staging summer productions, SCYT Director, Madison Thew-Keyworth, is sure this is set to be a feast for the inner child in us all.

The cast of Singin' in the Rain Jr. Evie Hobson plays Winnie. “It’s such a joy to work with this young cast to bring to life characters that we all read and loved as kids. There’s something even more magical about kids infusing these characters with their own youthful experiences and imagination. I think it will be a treat for audiences to share in this innocence and joy.”

To add to the whole experience, the cast has been lucky enough to work with internationally acclaimed musical director Jo Castelow. Jo’s knowledge and expertise has provided an amazing learning experience for the cast, and will ensure audiences are treated to beautiful and enthralling sounds at the show.

A storm is set to hit Noosa when Sunshine Coast Youth Theatre’s production of Singin’ in the Rain Jr takes to the stage with a cast of 40 young performers presenting this timeless classic. “From the iconic film back in the 50s, to the Broadway show and recent Australia tour, this is a story that captures and enchants the young and

old alike,” says Madison. “It’s full of smiles, laughs, amazing dancing and singing, oh yes, and a little bit of rain!” Winnie the Pooh Kids and Singin’ in the Rain Jr is on Saturday 21 January at The J Theatre at 2pm and 7pm. Tickets are $25 adult/$20 senior or student. Book online at www.thej. com.au.

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Ginger in the mix The countdown is on to this weekend’s annual Ginger Flower and Food Festival at the Ginger Factory, Yandina, from Friday 20 to Sunday 22 January. The festival is free to attend with an outstanding lineup of amazing chefs and garden experts to watch and learn from, thousands of gingers and heliconia plants for sale, a stunning floral display that has to be seen to be believed, stall holders, face painting and roving entertainment, even the naughty Dame Edna Average will be up to her crazy antics. This year marks the 21st year for the festival which will have a world of information on cooking with ginger, its many health benefits, and how to grow and nurture ginger and heliconia plants at home. The presenters at this year’s Ginger Flower and Food Festival are: Food Presentations Gympie’s food ambassador Matt Golinski Free ranging chef Peter Wolfe Spirit House’s Kelly Lord and Tom Swapp Chris White from Hungry Feel Eating House Noosa Boathouse’s Shane Bailey Jodie Williams from Black Ant Gourmet Josh Smallwood from Rickys River Bar

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Visitors can stock up on plants at the festival. Gardening Talks to Supper’s Cath Man· Soil ual Plant from Subtropical · Paul Gardening · 104.9’s Glen Jeavons Factory’s bee keeper · Ginger Gayle Currie farmer Gary · Sustainable Hands ginger expert · Ornamental Kim Taylor Hughes from Twig · Dezley and Grace The cooking demonstrations are always a favourite with festival-goers and this year’s theme is how to best use locally grown and sourced produce. Complementing this will

be informative garden talks which all have a focus on the home garden, whether large or small, and visitors can learn how to easily attract and care for precious native bees. Children are well catered for at the festival, and in addition to rides on Moreton the Ginger Train and on the boat ride Overboard, there’ll be a native animal display and face painting. Don’t miss seeing the Ginger Factory come alive across three spectacular days of food, flowers and entertainment suitable for the entire family this Friday to Sunday, 20-22 January. For more information visit www.gingerfactory.com.au.

Back for more laughs There has been a last minute second show announced for Jimeoin at The J next Saturday night! Those who missed tickets to Jimeoin’s previous epic and hilarious show or loved it so much that they simply must see him again will be over the moon the hear he is heading back again.

Due to popular demand, the second show of Renonsense Man will be on next Saturday 28 January at 7.30pm. Jimeoin is acclaimed as one of the hottest stand-up comics of this generation - a true comedy master. A prolific writer with an exceptional audience rapport,

he is known and loved for his brilliantly funny wit and charming observations on the absurdities of everyday life. Grab friends and book now to avoid disappointment online at www.thej.com.au and have a night of laughs, with or at Jimeoin, for only $44.90 adults or $39.90 concession.

Feel the power within Fans of iconic Aussie band AC/DC are in for a treat with the latest tribute show on offer at the Tewantin Noosa RSL. Let There Be AC/DC is as close to the real experience as possible when the band hits the stage on Friday 27 January from 8pm. Each member of the show has been addicted from a very early age to what they consider the greatest rock band in the world. Let There Be AC/DC has

been brought together specifically to specialise in replicating the timeless music of AC/ DC and the musicians play each and every song note for note, just as it was meant to be. Adam Spizzo performs as both Brian Johnson and Bon Scott, Joshua Overson as Angus Young, Jay Wedge as Malcolm Young, Jason Overson as Cliff Williams and Brett Lang as Chris Slade. All the big songs are cov-

ered in the show including hits from both Bon Scott and Brian Johnson to ensure all fans of the band are happy. Fans who are ready to be Thunderstruck and believe Rock n Roll Ain’t Noise Pollution should get on the Rock n Roll Train and get ready to Rock or Bust. Tickets are $10 for members and $20 for non-members and are available from reception or Dial‘n’charge on 5447 1766.

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New trends on the menu By Hollie Harris Things on the foodie front are always evolving and there are some new trends emerging in the restaurant market. With Noosa so full of incredible places to eat out at, will it follow the lead of some of Melbourne’s 2017 food trends of shrinking menus, less to share and healthier options? Share plates and family style banquets filling up tables has become a main set around town. Even cafes are serving up platters to pick and choose from. This fun new trend has been the scene in Melbourne for some time and according to Heston Blumenthal, it’s time to get back to what chefs do best and at his restaurant Dinner visitors can lick their plates clean with their own entree, main and desert - how it used to be. Good old fish and chips have taken a bit of healthy turn to accommodate people’s increasing interest in their health. Increasingly innovative takes on the humble fish and chip with a healthier option of sweet potatoes replacing the chip and tempura batters for the ocean catch are popping up on menus across Melbourne. With an old affordable family favourite now costing up around $50 in some places for a few pieces of fish and a pile of chips to share, will the trend hit the Sunny Coast? Years ago, you could go to the local corner shop and grab a big and hearty burger for a few

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Get out for some wheel food By Hollie Harris Food lovers looking to indulge in fresh, local produce from our hinterland will be rewarded on this foodie weekend drive. The route meanders through Maleny and Montville, absorbing the local food culture with plenty of opportunities to sample the local fare on the way. Maleny Dairies Maleny Dairies is a family-owned business situated in the picturesque hills of Maleny at 70 McCarthy’s Road. The process of milking their Guernsey girls and bottling their creamy goodness for your breakfast table is a fascinating one. On their tours you get to see where it all happens and learn a lot about the process and the different products they’re famous for. The on-site cafe can whip up coffees and milkshakes, plus their famous soft-serve ice cream. Maleny Mountain Wines Set amongst the lush greenery of the hinterland is Maleny Mountain Wines, located at 787 Landsborough-Maleny Road, Maleny. The picturesque vineyard overlooks the Glass House Mountains, providing a stunning backdrop as you sample red, white, fortified and dessert wines inside the eight-metre high wine barrel showroom. Maleny Cheese Drive to Clifford Street and indulge at Maleny Cheese. Taste award-winning cheeses including hand-crafted waxed cheddars, creamy camembert and brie cheeses, and crumbly fetta. While sampling your favourites, learn about the process that goes into making the tasty morsels. Chocolate Country, Montville For an indulgent morning tea in Montville, make your way to Chocolate Country at 192 Main Street, Montville. Step inside chocolate heaven where you’ll

The Hoppers at Maleny Dairy. discover handmade choccies, fudge, Belgian praline, truffles, biscuits and lollies. Poets Cafe, Montville Experience the charm of European cafe life as you relax over lunch at Poets Cafe, located at 167 Main Street, Montville. This legendary establishment has been serving up great food since 1995, and has earned its way into the hearts of locals and tourists. Flame Hill Vineyard and Restaurant, Montville The Flame Hill Vineyard wine label includes a unique range of Queensland wine made from grapes sourced from the Montville vineyard and other contract grape growers in South East Queensland. Cellar door staff are on hand to offer expert advice and assistance when tasting the vineyard’s fine drops. The on-site restaurant is a relaxed and casual venue that offers dining designed for sharing. Produce is sourced locally or grown on the 250-acre property located at 249 Western Avenue, Montville. 12336247-CG02-17

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Nine out of 10 Australians arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t getting enough dairy.

Healthy side of cheese By Hollie Harris Australia is a nation obsessed with food, but our daily dietary regimens are still off-track. While we eliminate elements to lose weight, such as fat, carbohydrates and sugars, or attempt to replace entire food groups with supplements, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re forgetting that nothing delivers nutritional benefit like natural, whole foods. According to an Australian Bureau of Statistics, Australian Health Survey, Australian women in particular are using supplements, with 33 per cent of women taking a dietary supplement, but theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re failing to meet their daily intake of the five food groups essential for good health. This includes the dairy food group, with just 3.5 per cent of women getting their daily number of serves. However, there is an unexpected hero to this story. Cheese contains a unique package of nutrients that are easily absorbed by the body which are also found in milk and yoghurt, and the good news is, it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make you gain weight. Dairy Australia Dietitian, Blake Robinson, said when it comes to fat content in food, many consumers are unaware that not all fats are created equal, and not all foods containing fats

should be avoided. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Some people limit their cheese intake, treating it as an indulgence due to the fat content, but cheese is low GI, which helps keep your appetite under control. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great way to add high-quality protein to meals to help maintain healthy muscle mass, important to keep your metabolism firing,â&#x20AC;? Blake said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more, the nutrients in cheese work together to prevent your body absorbing some of the fat and send signals to increase fat burn and store less fat. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Growing research shows cutting out cheese is not an effective strategy for weight loss. In fact, if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re on a reduced kilojoule diet that includes cheese, you can expect to lose more weight than someone who is avoiding cheese especially from the waist area. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This ties back to the fact that eating whole foods is better for you than trying to fill the gaps of a poor-quality diet with supplements, and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why cheese should be enjoyed every day. Australians love the taste and it has proven health benefits. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re lactose intolerant, you might be limiting your dairy intake and missing out on these benefits. The good news is you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need to give up what you love and this includes

cheese. Most hard cheeses, like parmesan or cheddar, contain little to no lactose so are usually well tolerated, and most are also gluten free,â&#x20AC;? Blake said. Dairy foods make up one of the five food groups recommended every day in the Australian Dietary Guidelines, however the survey showed nine in 10 Australians arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t getting enough. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Australians need more milk, cheese and yoghurt each day to ensure theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re getting the health benefits from dairy. For most adults, the Australian Dietary Guidelines recommend at least two and a half serves per day, and this increases as you get older. One serve is equivalent to two slices of cheese, or half a cup of ricotta,â&#x20AC;? Blake said. Karen Martini, celebrity chef is an Australian cheese lover and is working with Dairy Australia to inspire women to get creative in the kitchen by cooking with this nutritional and delicious ingredient. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We love Australian cheese in our family, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the secret ingredient to many of our meals. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an easy way to add flavour and texture, makes green vegetables tastier and adds another dimension to seasonal salads,â&#x20AC;? Karen said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One block of cheese goes a long way which makes it a smart choice for the house-

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Whiting are plentiful in Pan By Jack Mangrove In the Noosa River bream and whiting have been on the bite throughout the river with the Frying Pan and Dog Beach flats both producing goods numbers of fish. Fresh or live bait like pipis and beach worms have been the key to success fished on a size four longshank hook. If you want to try something different surface lures like small poppers and surface walkers are great to use on whiting and many other river species. Designed to imitate a fleeing prawn the Jackson Ebi Panics are a very life like presentation that will see angler reaping the rewards. Big flathead have been on the bite at the River Mouth car park rocks, along the current line out from Munna Point Caravan Park and also up Weyba Creek, drifting fresh mullet strips and live baits like herring and poddy mullet has proven successful with the possible bi-catch of mangrove jack. Predatory fish like trevally, tailor and queenfish have been feeding high in the water column with sur-

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TEWANTIN NOOSA BOWLS FRIDAY 6 January Friendly Friday Winners: Rhonda McKenzie, Frank Kelly and Alby Campbell. SATURDAY Premier 7 Division 1 Section 6 played at home against Ferny Grove Results: singles L 29-17, pairs L 24-31 and fours L 19-20. Jackpot Pairs - Winners: Steve Chandler and Ron Evans. Runners-up: Peter Horton and Wayne Pendergast. SUNDAY Premier 7 Division 1 Sec-

tion 5 team played at home against New Farm Results: singles W 31-16, pairs W 22-17 and Fours L 20-17. TUESDAY Ladies Bowls - Winners: Liz Thompson and Yvonne Ambrey. Runners-up: Sophie Gale, Nat McAully and Carole Jones. WEDNESDAY Mens Pairs - Winners: Matt Boltong and Bryn Whitcombe (2w +11). Runners-up: Terry O’Neil and David Deane (1w +10).

THURSDAY Jackpot Pairs - Winners: Tony McAnelly and Robyn McAnelly. Runners-up: Van Vignon and Nat McAully. Twilight Pairs - Winners: Kerry (Kiwi) Donoghue and Scott Roney. FRIDAY 13 January Friendly Friday - Winners: John Oppy, Kerry (Kiwi) Donoghue and Graeme Winskill. Runners-up: K O’Brian, P O’Brian and Tom Williams. - Aerodynamical

Best score goes to Clinton NOOSA GOLF There were 205 entrants in the Stableford played on Tuesday 10 January. Scratch Rating (M): 70.0. Winners - A Grade: Clinton Stjernqvist 12, 47; Gary Wood 11, 41; Alan Laird 11, 39; Shane Dunn 12, 39. B Grade: Peter Hartley 13, 44; Graeme Rickard 18, 42; Joe Franz 18, 41; Robert Beencke 13, 40. C Grade: Roger Chaffey 31, 43; John Stenson 36, 42; Simon Oxenham 21, 42; Bobby Kennedy 21, 42. Place Getters: Keith Howard 15, 40; Peter Croasdaile 24, 40; Scott Pritchard 21, 39; Douglas Byrnes 16, 39; Robert Hemmings 18, 39; Brian Stephen 22, 39; Kevin Krogh 15, 39; Mark Tickle 1, 39; Paul Sanderson 9, 39; George Grant 23, 39; David Bell 34, 38; Dan Harmer 17, 38; Robert Upham 16, 38; Neville Hazlett 8, 38; Nereo Brezzi 24,

38; Alan Coey 10, 38; Brian Hansen 14, 37; Karl Shaw 13, 37; John Favelle 27, 37; John Hillis 10, 37. Nearest to Pin - A Grade: 5th Alan Laird; 7th Bruce Osborne; 10th Alex Officer; 12th Aaron Carter. B Grade: 5th Leon Jordan; 7th Robert Paech; 10th Paul Shaw; 12th Bob Bosworth. C Grade: 5th Marcus Edwards; 7th Michael Morgan; 10th John Stenson; 12th Paul Ferguson. There were 241 entrants in the second round of the progressive Stableford played on Saturday 14 January. Scratch Rating (M): 71.0. Winners - A Grade: Jared Maunder 9, 42; Gus Barrett 9, 42; Adam Grant 7, 41. B Grade: Nicholas McLaren 14, 45; Phillip Oyston 16, 42; Eugene Barry 14, 42. C Grade: Mark Buckley 25, 45; Barry MacDonald 20, 43; Andrew Elvin 24, 40.

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Nippers warm up for state titles By Dave Gleeson Last Saturday the Sunshine Beach Under 11-Under 13 Nippers invited competitive Nippers from neighbouring clubs Noosa, Coolum and Marcoola to join in with them on their usual Saturday morning training session at Sunshine Beach and to compete in a mini friendly club competition. This was well received by the other clubs and there was a great roll up of approximately 60-70 happy local Nippers all keen to have a bit of friendly competition amongst their local clubs. Not only was this a great way to foster camaraderie between the youth section of the four clubs, it was also a much needed competitive hit out and training session before the upcoming Sunshine Coast Branch and Queensland State Nipper titles which are being held over the next month. The day was coordinated by Sunshine Beach SLSC’s junior activities section, head coach Clint Robinson and also junior coach Kerri Thomas with assistance from Alex Austin, Ryan Paroz and Noosa's coach Tom Britten. Parental help was also greatly appreciated with the orange water safety army well represented to ensure the kids were kept safe at all times. With conditions very mild and calm it was a perfect morning for these younger competitors to really have a good hit out in the lead up to Branch and State. Lots of smiles all-round from kids and parents was a testament to the success of this event which is hoped to become a regular fixture amongst the local Nipper groups. The morning finished off with a barbecue and cold drinks courtesy of Sunshine Nippers. Good luck to all our local clubs at the upcoming Sunshine Coast Branch championships next weekend.

The Sunshine Beach Under 11-Under 13 Nippers invited competitive Nippers from neighbouring clubs Noosa, Coolum and Marcoola to join in with them on their usual Saturday morning training session. Picture: SURFSHOTS

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I think that it is only right that this week we should start off our column by sending a big cheerio call to two of our club mates who we could say, have seen better times. With ladies first, we have Noosa's Iron woman Jordy Mercer, who this week will undergo surgery for a stress factor. This injury will probably keep her high and dry for the remainder of the season. However with her determination and fighting spirit we know her recovery will be complete; and with her dad and coach Darren holding the reins we know it will be properly supervised. Our other call goes to Sunshine's Surf Sports Director Dan Moore. Dan, or “Mr Lucky” to be more precise, while holidaying in Bali was hit by a bull shark while board riding. After taking a sample of the meat on Dan's right arm plus a few whacks around the head, the shark let go and Dan was able to make it to the beach. All indications are that following surgery to the arm, his recovery will be successful; in an interview he said the experience will not keep him out of the water. Two of our people who in their chosen field are amongst the best.

Day one of Camp Commando. To Jordy and Dan we wish them a speedy recovery and to their families, if need arises your club mates are just a phone call away. When we take into consideration the fact that two of our major organisations, Surf Life Saving Australia and the Australian Defence Force (ADF) have four major virtues in common - teamwork, courage, loyalty and initiative - it is only common sense a training program that centres around our young (14 and 15 year

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olds) could be of major benefit to the future of life saving. Happy to relate that for the last ten seasons this is exactly what has been happening. Under the name of Camp Commando, this age group has been attending an annual Sunshine Coast Youth Development Program that has all participants put through their paces by Australian Defence Force personnel. Held at the Sunshine Coast Rec-

reation Centre Currimundi on Monday 9 January and attended by over 100 young lifesavers, it was yet again an outstanding success. “The activities the Defence Force personnel ran for our members certainly challenged them and this form of training helps prepare them for tricky situations they may face on our beaches,” spokesman Jacob Thomson said. Amongst those in attendance were members of Sunshine and

Noosa and in the words of Sunshine president Craig Law, “Our young ones said it was a great experience and you could see it has made them more confident.” From Noosa, Archie Glassock, himself a former member of a Noosa group and now a member of the training support team said, "This year they had a few changes to the program and it was really first class; really gives everyone more self-confidence. "With our roving patrols and our 24-hour call out teams now a major part of our structure, the cross training system between the ADF and us is invaluable. With the two named groups often finding themselves in isolated areas, every bit of training counts. The old saying that 'Knowledge is Power' is for our lifesavers different; in our business - Knowledge is Life." Last weekend saw Sunshine Coast Branch Surf Rescue Titles get underway. Once again Sunshine Beach has performed well in the blue ribbon Patrol Competition events winning gold in the Under 17 and silver in the Under 15. In the often unheralded First Aid competition Noosa's legendary medal winner and coach Lenore Grice said, "Noosa's young team performed well coming home with several medals. It is good to see the young ones doing the first aid; it makes them understand just how important this side of lifesaving really is.” noosatoday.com.au

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Break in the rain, Sengiggi Beach, Lombok. Picture: JJ.

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It's farewell to our first bodysurfing president Chilling out in wet and steamy Sengiggi Beach, Lombok, last weekend, I watched for a second time on Youtube President Barack Obama’s deeply moving and frequently poetic farewell address. My first thought was that however we may feel about the president-elect, and however we may feel about the performance of the two Obama administrations, no person of goodwill can feel anything but gratitude that this intelligent, sensitive, passionate and caring man graced the world stage during our lifetimes. This is not to say that he was the greatest president to ever sit in the Oval Office - I don’t believe he was - but it has been a long time since anyone held that position with such dignity and grace, and it may be an even longer time before it happens again. I remember discovering the new and freshfaced Senator from Illinois in 2004, when we had just moved to California, and acquainting

myself with his ideas and his gift for expressing them through reading his wonderful memoir, Dreams From My Father. Time Magazine columnist Joe Klein described it as “the bestwritten memoir ever produced by an American politician”. I still regard it as one of the best memoirs by anyone! In a rare burst of prescience, I told my wife: “This guy is going to be America’s first black president.” As the first real wet season rains came tumbling down on the West Lombok coast last weekend, I trolled on line and social media to catch up with what the world was saying about Obama’s departure. My American friend David Rensin - a gifted writer himself - posted this from Marc Cooper: “Here’s what I know: the US dropped something like 25,000 bombs on the Middle East in the last eight years. We still have troops in Iraq and Syria. Obamacare is a teetering Rube Goldberg contraption. Gitmo is still open.... His policies do not fundamentally stray from dead ended Democratic orthodoxy. He can be overly cautious and so on and so on ... Nevertheless, he is by far the greatest, most admirable US President in my lifetime ... I have no shame whatsoever that I will deeply miss this cautious neoliberal centrist. He’s the

best we, collectively, have produced to date.” At the New Yorker, editor David Remnick reflected that the election result had somewhat rained on Obama’s exit parade: “Obama’s approval ratings (had) reached a new high. Clinton’s election as the first female President would complete the narrative, and Obama, his aides suggested, would be free to sit in the healing sun of Oahu and contemplate nothing more rigorous than the unrushed composition of a high-priced memoir.” Remnick closed by recalling Obama’s 2008 victory speech: “I couldn’t help remembering how he began eight years ago. ‘If there is anyone out there who still doubts that America is a place where all things are possible,’ he said, ‘tonight is your answer.’ A very different answer arrived this Election Day. America is indeed a place where all things are possible: that is its greatest promise and, perhaps, its gravest peril.” Finally I found the last word from Time’s Joe Klein, in my view the finest writer on American politics since Dr Hunter S Thompson went off to raise hell in writers’ heaven: “His most perfect moment came at the funeral of the Charleston, SC, churchgoers who had

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Noosa Summer Swim event ambassador Michael Klim is back for another year.

Swim with Olympic legends The Noosa Summer Swim Festival is back for another year and will celebrate its fourth birthday this February. In its short existence, the event has already become Queensland’s largest ocean swim, with seven distances on offer over the two-day festival on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 February. Lining up to swim alongside any Olympian is a thrill, but this year competitors will share their experience alongside three generations of Olympic swimmers.

Confirmed starters include ambassador Michael Klim, Olympic golden girl Libby Trickett, recent Rio Olympians Jarrod Poort and Chelsea Gubecka and a special guest, 1960 Rome Gold Medallist, John Konrads who will be on-hand to present 2017 champions with the spoils. This summer the event also expands to a two-day program of events with the introduction of the 5km Grand Prix event on Sunday 12 February, set to attract some of Australia’s fastest open water swimmers including Poort and Gubecka as well

as five-time Japanese open water champion, Yasunari Hirai. The new event, a marathon distance swim, is a multi-lap course around the sheltered waters of Noosa Main Beach. This is the perfect opportunity for any seasoned swimmer to push their limits beyond the typical open water distances. The Noosa 2.0 on Saturday 11 February is the event for the masses and is the most popular event on the program.

Legends of league set to take on local stars By Hollie Harris The big weekend of league is almost upon us! The International Legends of League kicks off on Saturday 4 February with a fantastic day of sport for the whole family as the biggest names in rugby league make their way to Tewantin. Our local legends in the making take on the big boys of league in an All Star game which is sure to thrill crowds. Legends Robbie O’Davis, Dale Shearer, Cliff Lyons, Petero Civoniceva are among the long list of players tackling our Noosa All Stars. Matt Black, Ben Christensen, Darren Lothian, Ben Swan, Peter Schulte and Dean Carroll are just a few of local legends who make up the All Stars team. Tickets can be purchased at Bendigo Bank Cooroy and Tewantin or at the gate which opens at 11am in the Tewantin Pirates Park on Butler Street. Program - noon School

The course takes swimmers out and back from Noosa Main Beach alongside the Noosa National Park. For those taking on their first long course event, there is an option to start with friends and other weekend warriors in the Mates Wave. In 2016, Olympic golden girl Libby Trickett presented 2016 Rio Olympian, Chelsea Gubecka with the silverware after knocking over a 2km swim herself. Lining up next to past and present Olympians is part of what makes the Noosa Summer Swim so popular.

Event ambassador Michael Klim regularly takes part in the events himself and said he isn’t surprised more people flock to the event every year. “The swims at Noosa are such a fun day for families, kids get to swim alongside their parents and even their grandparents - it’s a really positive, healthy environment,” he said. Online entries are available for all events and to view the full program visit: www.worldseriesswims.com. au.

Breeze into the backyard, and the surf hope is flat Surf’s up HOLLIE HARRIS

Dale Shearer dukes it out with our local stars in a must see match on 4 February. Boys game, 12.50pm the School Boys U12s, 1.30pm the Young Guns, 2.15pm Men's - Kingaroy Red Ants v Noosa, 3.30pm Womens Beerwah v Brisbane, 4.45pm Men's - Sam Richter v Cutters, 6pm the U18’s Noosa v Beerwah, 7.10pm U10s x2 Noosa vs Beerwah, half time 8pm U6s x4 - Noosa.

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Petero Civonceva takes to the field in the International Legends of League at Tewantin. The main game is on at 7.30pm - Australia vs Noosa All Stars For only $10 per adult, $5 per child or just $20 a family, league fans can afford to indulge in game after game all day long! If you love league, then dont miss out on this very special opportunity to support your local legends as they take on the big legends in our home turf!

There have been great waves throughout the past week, with the open beaches providing nice sets. Dave Gleeson from Surfshots was in the thick of the action, as always and captured this shot of one of our local pro surfers Kai Hing at Sunshine Beach last week. Kai was taking full advantage of the conditions last Thursday to test out some moves. It’s looking small for now with only a faint chance of a bit of SE swell building Thursday afternoon and Friday morning the opens may provide a few early waves or in the northern corners. The weekend is looking good for some yard work! Only a bit of swell predicted across the region, building to two feet on Sunday and smaller but more favourable on the points. So get your log out and try your luck or go fishing instead.

Kai Hing.

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