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The editor’s desk Noosa has been engulfed in a festival extravaganza. Over the weekend the King of the Mountain festival brought thousands of people to Pomona to challenge their speed and agility as they participated in the annual vertical race. Thousands more made their way to Tewantin to watch racecar drivers test their skills in the 20th anniversary Noosa Hill Climb. Artists, musicians, dancers and singers are also gathering in the region as the Noosa Alive festival is celebrated. Alongside the entertainment were some thought-provoking forums bringing intellectual debate into the mix. Discussion focused on the rights of terminally ill people in intolerable pain to determine their death. Other debates have looked at leadership and international politics and some have sat back and contemplated the spirituality in surfing. There is more entertainment and intellectual debate to be had while Noosa Alive continues, so grasp it while you can. ● Margaret Maccoll

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FLYING DOWN TO RIO There is one last opportunity to win a double pass to party on the beach! This one is Rio by the sea-o, and it’s on Saturday afternoon at the Rococo’s Marquee on Noosa main beach. Music by the Martini Club, El timbon and dance Cuba will bring to life the sounds of Cuba and tunes reminiscent of the The Gypsy Kings. There will be congas, horns, and all things Latin with a following South American hip hop performance from The Reverend Jackson and limbo, churros, sangria, mojitos and everything Latin in between. To win two tickets simply like Rococo on Facebook, find out what coffee brand they use and email your answer with your name and phone number to newsdesk@ noosatoday.com.au by Friday (tomorrow) 12pm (noon). The winner will be contacted by phone tomorrow afternoon, and be ready to party on Saturday 3pm. Get it quick - you have 24 hours!

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NEWS The next hit ’reality TV’ show could be in our own backyard as a local firm gets a TV crew firmly in tow. Get the early word in our report on page 14.

FOCUS ON ... GREAT FOOD Sometimes it's for the food, sometimes it's with friends, but it's always for the experience. Read our latest reviews on pages 34-36. And visit online at thefeed.noosatoday.com.au

LIFESTYLE An unbelievable opportunity for a stunning lifestyle change with this feature property, listed by David Berns Real Estate. In our lift-out Lifestyle section this week.

SPORT In the best traditions of the game, touring English sides took on the pride of Noosa under lights at Sunshine Beach. It may be the Poms’ 400-plus years of practice that got them over the line. Full results on page 46.

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THIS WEEK WE’RE TALKING ABOUT… UPGRADE IS IN THE BANK

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Two iconic Noosa Junction building owners are responding to community calls and business interests by investing in a revamp. The old Westpac Bank building in Noosa Junction is about to get a serious makeover and Suntop Plaza is set to receive a major facelift, enhancing the streetscape and attracting business. Westpac Bank owner David Langdon said the building will become known as the Aspire Precinct and include an exciting innovation hub. “We have been very deliberate in significantly improving the old Westpac building’s facade by using a mix of materials and design elements and we have also included two green walls and a new street tree,” he said. “Improvements of this type are attractive to new businesses. They want a modern shop front, a progressive style and a business incubator-style fitout with all the essentials. We try to deliver that.” Barry Bladon from Blackett Investments said the Suntop Plaza, originally constructed in 1977, will be renamed The Pavilion. “It will capture a tropical pavilion style with modern design, fit-out and construction and boast 10 shops in a beautiful environment adding a new dimension to The Junction shopping experience,” he said. Noosa Council said the improvements were approved and consistent with Noosa’s design principles. The council’s Economic Development Manager Anthony Dow said the council applauded

The Noosa Alive festival kicked off with an “extraordinary” weekend of entertainment in glorious weather as crowds flocked to the area. Festival spokeswoman Georgi Cliot said there was “quite literally dancing in the aisles” at the opening launch with singer Luke Kennedy at The J theatre on Friday. On Saturday, it was another packed crowd for Queensland Ballet which put on a show that was “absolutely sensational”. “It was a real benchmark performance,” Georgi said. For the first time, Radio Hot 91.1 hosted a free evening of entertainment and fireworks at Lions Park on Saturday afternoon. The park was filled with families and “just went off”. There were lunches, art events and forums to attend with Lior a highlight of the weekend on Sunday. “There was a standing ovation for about five minutes,” Georgi said.

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SPOTLIGHT ON ROYAL MOUNTAIN HEROES Pomona welcomed clear blue skies on Sunday and a large crowd of people eager to enjoy the festivities and friendly atmosphere of the now famous King of the Mountain festival. A project of the Cooroy and Pomona Lion’s Club, the event continued its traditional offering of something for everyone with car displays, markets, animal farm, antiques fair, live entertainment and food stalls. For many, it is all about the physical challenge of competing in one of Australia’s most gruelling events, the 4.2 km near vertical King of the Mountain Race up Mt Cooroora. With a field of more than 80 runners, the title of the Bendigo Bank International Challenge King of the Mountain went to reigning champion, Mark Bourne from ACT who ran a time of 24mins 37secs. He was closely followed by Ben Duffus from Brisbane (24:50) and New Zealand competitor Daniel Jones who finished in 25min 22sec. Queen of the Mountain was awarded

to Ruby Muir (27:49) who only saw the top of Mount Cooroora for the first time during her maiden race having only arrived from Wellington, NZ, the day before. Late entrant Ashild Hrige from Norway placed second in her first off-road competition in Australia with a time of 29:21 while local primary school teacher and reigning Queen Leslie Saunders placed third (32:33). Leslie’s passion for the race saw her devote much of her time in its leadup to coaching and training the Prince and Princess race entrants from local schools. The Zinc 96.1 Prince and Princess race held on Saturday 22 July saw over 50 children compete along a 3.4km track designed to spur future champions. Aimed at children between nine to 13 years of age, the honour of Prince of the Mountain went to Tyson Anthony, with the Princess title awarded to Mia Jeffries. Event organiser Heather Manders said an event of this scale simply

Performer Lior, festival director Ian Mackellar and festival ambassador Naomi Price. “Everyone kept trying to bring him back.” The action continues until Sunday 30 July with events including Lady Beatle at The J Theatre Saturday night, Miss Hummingbird lunch and culminating in the closing event on Noosa Main Beach Sunday evening. ●

Winners Daniel Jones, Mark Bourne and Ben Duffus.

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n the second page of the pamphlet promoting the Sunshine Coast Martial Arts Karate Budokan International at Noosaville, there is a paragraph that says it all. This club is proud of the fact that they are one of the very few karate clubs in Australia to have three 5th Dan main instructors. In the world of martial arts to be graded to Black Belt is indeed itself an achievement, but to be graded to 5th Dan, that is five grades above the first black belt, is indeed outstanding; and to have these grades awarded under the Japanese syllabus, is of course beyond reproach. When you first enter the dojo, (training place for Japanese martial arts) which is situated on Gibson Road, that all-important â&#x20AC;&#x153;atmosphereâ&#x20AC;? that is essential in every successful club is ever-present. Its wide, spacious floor covered with training mats is well-ventilated by the many large windows situated around the room. The atmosphere is friendly, but when classes start training, the other essential - discipline - becomes obvious.

Bryan Dukas can levitate.

Attached to the wall immediately in front of you are large floor to ceiling mirrors and at the wall opposite stand various training bags. The man who controls this is Chief Instructor/ Director, Bryan Dukas, Black Belt-5th Dan. Formerly of South Africa, but now a permanent resident of Noosa, Bryan is an internationally qualified instructor and has been training karate for over 34 years. He was, during his years in South Africa a regular member of the National Team from 19942009. Working with Bryan is Assistant Chief Instructor Sensei (teacher) Tammy Kelly and Head Instructor Sensei Rick Hislop. Bryn and Tammy, are 5th Dans and both are Japanese graded. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am lucky to be teaching with such good, qualified people. Sensei Tammy was also a member of the South African team from 1998-2008 and has good knowledge of nutrition and body strengthening; two important factors that are available to students. Sensei Rick Hislop, also 5th Dan, has been with the dojo for the last 20 years and as such has a wealth of teaching experience.â&#x20AC;?

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Recognising the importance of maintaining a high standard of training and keeping abreast of new developments, Bryan strives to train internationally with Japanese instructors on a regular basis. Born in Vanderbijl Park South Africa in 1978, Bryan attended Suncrest High School and upon graduation worked as an instrumentation process control technician for some 20 years. Now 39 Bryan started his karate training at five, under the Japanese syllabus, and he adds with a smile: â&#x20AC;&#x153;You could say that I grew up in a dojo; I lived, worked and trained there. My father Mike, who started me in karate is now a 7th Dan, (Japanese graded) and is the vice-president of the World Shotokan Karate Federation. Because of his lifetime dedication he is respected worldwide; and now because of his attitude as well as his dedication, many Japanese senseis refer to him as a Western Samurai. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I guess you could say that coming from the Japanese it is indeed a high mark of respect.â&#x20AC;? Travelling to Japan with his father in 1993, he underwent two weeks of very tough intensive training, at the end of

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of being appointed to referee at the Karate World Federation Championships in Norway. Regarding the standard in some of the far-off countries he has visited, Bryan was very definite. “Places like Egypt, Tunisia and Algeria, standards were very good, very strong. To medal in an All Africa Championship is indeed very prestigious. Let us not forget that in 2020 karate will, at Tokyo become an Olympic event.” It was in 2000 while attending a work function in South Africa that Bryan met his future wife, Anita. They married in 2003 and now are the proud parents of two children Mikayla, 8, and Brandon, 6. During their years in South Africa, Bryan and Tammy had met and became firm friends. When Tammy migrated to Australia and settled in Noosa, they kept in regular contact. Then in July 2015 Tammy spoke of a dojo in Noosa and then in October Bryan arrived, “for a look and a bit of a holiday.” “I decided that yes, this was the place to settle. I returned to South Africa, resigned in December from my place of work and was back in Noosa January 2016. After spending some months teaching at the karate dojo with Tammy Kelly

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I was back home by April; we settled all our family affairs and arrived here in Noosa, with the family in tow August 2016.” With regard to living in Noosa, it was different. “However there were quite a few things that were the same,” he said “and this tended to make settling in easy. There was a great community within the dojo, people were always helpful and we received plenty of guidance. Overall we would have to say that the hospitality of the Aussies was A1.” This year, Bryan will be taking a team of 10 to Japan for a two-week intensive training camp, where they will train under top Japanese instructors. While there, five of the team will fight in the World Shotokan Karate Championships. “With the discipline and training of karate plus travel, it is a great opportunity for some of the young to change their attitude and also their way of life - and do so in a very positive way.” Bryan said. To dedicate one’s life to not only teaching the art of karate, but also its ethics, self-discipline, respect for elders and a non-violent way of life, is indeed for Bryan Dukas 5th Dan, our quiet achiever, a life well spent.

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which he was graded Black Belt. On returning home Bryan at 16 years of age started teaching as well as competing for South Africa. At the age of 18 he was awarded the trophy for Best Junior Competitor in South Africa by the National Karate Body; and then in 2003 he opened his own dojo. “My dad has been everything,” Bryan said. “His influence has been tremendous - not only his teaching but also his attitude as to the protocol of the art. Of my two brothers Warren and Dylan, Warren now aged 35, also became heavily involved, obtaining his black belt and also going on to represent South Africa in international competition. Our mother Marion, like a lot of mothers, while not physically involved, became our backbone and kept everything in line; you could say it was a family affair.” While in Japan he entered the world of karate competition and fighting in his group was successful in winning a silver medal at the World Titles; and in kata competition (which is detailed patterns of movements practised either solo or in pairs) won the bronze. Apart from Japan, Bryan’s karate has seen him enter some 14 other countries mainly to compete in contact tournaments and katas. However in 2009 he had the honour

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HILLCLIMB HITS A TWO-DECADE HIGH This year’s Noosa HillClimb was the largest event ever held at Gyndier Drive, Tewantin, according to organisers, the Noosa Beach Classic Car Club. Noosa Car Club spokesman Noel St. John-Wood said they were overwhelmed with the number of spectators that came to see the V8 muscle cars and their drivers including motorsport Legend Dick Johnson who was reunited with his famous Ford the TRU-BLU Falcon. “The Noosa HillClimb is now in its 20th year, and we were celebrating its success by hosting two very special events this year,” Noel said. “We could not have wished for better weather and the array of cars including V8 powered Volkswagens, supercharged MG Tourers, Peugeot, Porsches, Corvettes, Falcon and Holden utes giving us an idea of what was on offer from the 150 plus entrants." Competition was intense with a few cars being pushed very hard, coming unstuck and hitting the barriers. “We had one go over the edge, but luckily not too far and all drivers were unhurt fortunately,” Noel said. “This track is very unforgiving, and there’s not much margin for error at speeds around 160 km/h.”

Just testing it out for the future. The timed track record was broken by 20-year-old Michael Von Rappard from Airlie Beach in his Hayabusa powered race car who claimed it from Darryl Watt of NSW with a new record of 50.9 seconds.” Charities including Noosa Sea Scouts, Rotary, Noosa Men’s Shed and Noosa District State High School benefitted from the event through fundraising efforts. Noel said an auction gave the winner an opportunity to accompany Dick Johnson for a celebrity run in the TRUBLU Falcon and raised $500 which Dick donated to a local charity. Noel thanked the businesses for their support and said they looked forward to hosting their next HillClimb in November. ●

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Noosa’s Homemaker Centre has taken action to control its car parking and stop non-customers such as riverside event goers and stallholders using their private property. As parking woes are raised across the Noosa area, the centre has erected prominent signs throughout the car park warning motorists to abide by a three-hour limit or face a $77 fine. Time restricted parking has become commonplace across Noosa’s public streets where an array of times limit parking is imposed and fines imposed by council officers for those who exceed them. The centre is not alone in enforcing parking limits, with many shops across Noosa displaying signs to restrict parking. Noosa Homemaker Centre Body Corporate

chairman Brian Deasy said a private car park management company had been engaged “to implement and manage these changes going forward”. “Our objective in making these changes is to free up car parking spaces for our tenants, and their customers, allowing better utilisation of the available car parks,” he said. Brian said car park usage was monitored in response to concerns raised by tenants and a survey indicated their support “for stronger management of the car park usage”. “A survey of all tenants indicated support for stronger management of the car park usage,” he said. “Feedback indicated that three hours free parking was appropriate for almost all genuine visitors to the centre, and special arrangements have been made for the few genuine exceptions needing longer than the three-hour free stay.” ●

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PRO-PALESTINIAN STANCE DRAWS PROTEST BY MARGARET MACCOLL Noosaville resident Suzi Smeed initiated a protest against the recent pro-Palestinian sentiments voiced by former NSW Premier, Foreign Affairs Minister and Senator Bob Carr. An editorial in The Australian by Peter Baldwin this month reported Mr Carr was â&#x20AC;&#x153;leading a push for the ALP to give Palestine immediate state recognition, and had also backed the Israeli oppositionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s condemnation of a new law, allowing further property seizures as amounting to â&#x20AC;&#x153;war crimesâ&#x20AC;? if families are forced off privately owned landâ&#x20AC;?. A Holocaust survivor, Suzi led a group of protestors on Sunday morning outside The J Theatre where Mr Carr appeared in conversation with prominent Australian journalist Kerry Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien. Suzi, 75, was only two years of age and living in a small town in Hungary when she and her grandparents were rounded up and put into a ghetto ready for deportation to Auschwitz. She was smuggled out and went into hiding with her parents in Budapest, but her grandparents went to the gas chamber, she said. Suzi said her family returned to Hungary after the war, but in 1949 fled to Australia in the face of a Russian communist invasion. Her family story is in museums in both Sydney and Washington, she said. Mr Carr discussed many political issues during his conversation with Kerry Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien as part of Noosa Alive festival. On Israel, he said, he supported a two-state solution, but Israel was now opposed to a Palestinian state despite the suggestion being raised internationally. Palestine has said, 'give us a state and we will have unguarded borders allowing free entry from Israel', but this had not been accepted, he said. He said Israel would â&#x20AC;&#x153;lose friendsâ&#x20AC;? if it kept building

Bob Carr and Kerry O'Brien in conversation. settlements on the West Bank. Mr Carr also raised questions during his discussion. He pointed at the rise of Chinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s power and the increasingly nationalistic and isolationist approach of America under Trump and asked what the challenges would mean for Australia. By 2030, 70 per cent of the population of China will be middle class, he said. He questioned whether that shift in society would affect the totalitarian government that now exists in China. Mr Carr also spoke of political leadership, and highlighted one leadership action that stood out for him as then premier which was the introduction of one medically controlled injecting room for drug use in Kings Cross. He said it was the backing of experts and the selling of the idea to the public of protecting lives that enabled it to happen. The centre still exists and while proven to have saved lives, it remains the only one of its kind in the country. â&#x2014;?

More than 2000 trees were planted in an area of Kin Kin as part of their partnership between Peppers Noosa Resort and Villas and Noosa and District Landcare Group. Peppers Noosa Resort and Villas general manager Steve McPharlin said that for every day that conference delegates visit the property they donate $2 to NDLG which contributed to the planting session. Noosa and District Landcare Group general manager Phil Moran said Peppersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; support had allowed the group to give the endangered regional area of Kin Kin the care it desperately needed, adding a mix of native flora to the ecosystem. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Now that the trees have been planted, the site will be watered and maintained over the next three years by NDLG,â&#x20AC;? he said. NDLG donated Richmond Birdwing Butterfly vine to provide native flora for the endangered butterfly species found in the area. â&#x2014;?

HAVE A SAY ON FITNESS Noosa Shire Council wants to hear from women between the ages of 18 and 24 who are struggling to stay active. A new program, to start next year, aims to provide young women with access to low-cost activities to help them stay active. But before the new program can begin, the council needs to find out the sorts of activities that young women would be willing to take part in. Activities could be anything from stand-up paddling, traditional sports, mountain biking, yoga or belly dancing. Women are being asked to jump online and fill out a quick survey to tailor the program to young womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs at https://yoursay.noosa.qld.gov. au/get-out-get-active until Friday 11 August. â&#x2014;?

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PACKED HOUSE FOR EUTHANASIA DEBATE Shayne Higson’s mother was 76 years old, and full of life until a brain tumour caused her to become partly paralysed, unable to move, incontinent and in terrible pain. She had told her doctor she didn’t want to suffer in the end, but despite the best palliative care she did suffer. “Why are they torturing me,” she asked her family. Shayne and her two sisters adored their mother and cared for her. “We let her down,” she said. After watching her mother die in agony Shayne became an advocate for medically assisted death. Should the terminally ill have the right to take their own lives and how to safeguard the vulnerable were questions raised in a debate on euthanasia held on Saturday as part of the Noosa Alive festival. A full house packed Noosa Springs Golf and Spa Resort for the event hosted by Radio National’s Paul Barclay. On a panel alongside Shayne were past president of Dying with Dignity Victoria, surgeon Dr Rodney Syme, Anglican Archbishop The Most Reverend Dr Phillip Aspinall and lawyer Fiona Allen. Euthanasia has long been debated, but is of heightened significant as both NSW and Victorian governments

Paul Barclay moderates the panel of Shayne Higson, Dr Rodney Syme, Fiona Allen and Archbishop Dr Phillip Aspinall. are considering laws to legalise medically assisted death. Dr Syme said under the proposed legislation medically assisted death involved a doctor providing a person suffering an advanced incurable illness and intolerable suffering with lethal medication leaving the choice of taking it to the individual. The individual has to be of sound mind, have consulted three separate doctors and obtained the medication under controlled circumstances involving 65 safeguards. He said studies found up to 30 per cent of people given lethal medication had not taken it, but the control it gave them provided great support. “Having control over the end of your life is one of the most powerful

things you can do,” he said. In Queensland assisted suicide is illegal, Fiona Allen said, and the options to people wanting to end their lives include advanced health directives which involve refusing treatment and can be decided ahead of people deteriorating to a point where they are incapable of making decisions. Euthanasia opponent Archbishop Aspinall said medically assisted death raised questions about the value of life and might pressure people who felt a burden to their families to end their lives. He said if legalised, it would change the position of medical practitioners who had always upheld the preservation of life. ●

Work on a $600,000 project to stabilise a landslip-prone section of Black Mountain Road is almost complete. Noosa Council work crews have reinforced the slope near Eungella Drive with more than 2000 cubic metres of rock. The road itself has also been moved three to four metres out from the hillside. Black Mountain Road will be closed to traffic between property numbers 365 and 413 from 9.30am to 1.30pm on Thursday 27 July due to the construction work. Council Project Officer Cameron Shields said larger culverts, installed beneath the new road, would allow rain from severe storms to drain away quickly. ●

LEARN TO CODE Noosa Library Service’s popular CoderDojo program is expanding, with classes now offered at both Noosaville and Cooroy Libraries. CoderDojo is a free programming club for young people aged seven to 17. It teaches them how to code, develop websites, apps, programs, and games. Members meet likeminded people and learn from each other. Term three will continue through to 9 September every Saturday morning. To attend a session, book online at http://sunshinecoast.coderdojo.com.au. For more information, contact Noosa Library service on 5329 6555. ●

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Beyond the driving lessons, RYDA gives students the tools to make smart choices and stay safe on the Roads. Too many young people are killed in vehicle crashes.

A Youth Driver Awareness program made available by the Rotary Clubs of The RYDA program is now &Z for all par�cipa�ng students and schools. Made possible by the generous assistance given by the Queensland Government and our sponsors. We do not teach your child how to drive. You arrange this. We make them aware of their responsibiliƟes and hopefully they will become beƩer and safer drivers. The RYDA Program is delivered each year to over 50,000 senior high school students from more than 650 parƟcipaƟng schools.

RYDA is an all day out-of-school excursion. In small groups, students take part in six interacƟve workshops conducted by trained Facilitators, expert in devising strategies to stay safe on the roads. Sessions cover ….. SPEED & STOPPING. How to improve your skills to avoid a crash. HAZARDS & DISTRACTIONS. Designed to improve hazard percep�on skills. ROAD CHOICES. A Police Oﬃcer deals with risk areas for young drivers. A�er The Crash, The “I” in Drive and Genevieve’s Story The greatest impact at RYDA oŌen comes from the personal stories of loss and survival where students come to realise how one poor choice can change a life forever.

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NEWS NOVEL IDEA LANDS JOB Rex Fairbrother gave up on online job applications to try his luck the oldfashioned way, and found it worked a treat. About five weeks ago, the Cooran resident began standing at a threeway intersection with his hand-written message on cardboard. “It was pretty daunting. It was way out of my comfort zone,” he said. But, it didn’t take long to gain a response, and having worked in construction with rigs and cranes since the mid-1980s, Rex had a lot of experience behind him. He quickly gained some work in Cooroy renovating houses, but finished way ahead of schedule within four weeks. So he headed back to the road. “There was lots of encouragement from joggers, people out walking, people in their cars, guys yelling out to me from trucks,” he said. During the week, a couple of people snapped his photo and posted his message on Facebook. Rex said the owner of a steel fabrication company in Cooroy approached him on the street, and then he had half a dozen job offers from Facebook. “I was overwhelmed to think about it,” he said. Rex has opted to work in Cooroy. “It’s keeping me in my trade, and it requires a few different skills, so I’m pretty happy,” he said. He was looking forward to starting his new job this week. ●

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NOOSA STRADE BIANCHE Hit the road and challenge your riding skills in next month's Noosa Strade Bianche. Ride through the beautiful Noosa hinterland on the Noosa Strade Bianche, one of Australia’s premier vintage cycling events that celebrates vintage and retro steel bicycles and takes in quiet country roads, stunning vistas, charming country towns and a riverside show and shine. There are four loops: 37km Piccolo, 82km Medio, 137km Gran and 162km Mark Dolan Imperial. Ride in perfect cycling temperatures; enjoy rest stops and a cocktail evening; rub shoulders with Australian Gold Medallist Kathy Watt, Russian World Champion Nikolai Razouvaev and custom steel bike artisan Paul Ketelaar. In the vein of the L’Eroica cycling event in Italy, Noosa Strade Bianche is for steel-framed cycles only with downtube or bar-end shifters. There are several imposing climbs and challenging descents; sections of ‘strade bianche’ (‘white’ or unsealed gravel roads); and riders pass through the picturesque hinterland towns of Cooroy, Cooran and Kin Kin where there are cafes, bakeries and country pubs. The Noosa Strade Bianche has now just had its sixth birthday and has grown from humble beginnings in 2011 to perhaps the premier vintage cycling

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Tips to ride longer There is nothing else like the long ride. Of course, to ride long you must first gradually build your strength by increasing the length and intensity of your long rides. Here’s a few tips to help you prepare for that long bike ride.

Register now for Noosa Strade Bianche. event in Australia. Just before Christmas in 2011, with just two weeks' notice, 18 riders took part in the inaugural ‘Noosa L’Eroica’ and a great little bike show was also held in the park alongside the Noosa River. In August, Noosa is blessed with great weather, and there are some fantastic roads and scenery just a short ride out of town. As the event has grown, they have been able to support a couple of worthy charities, including Destiny Rescue in 2014, and Sunshine Butterflies in 2015. In 2016, NSB supported Meals on Wheels, Cerebral Palsy League and Brighter Future 4 Kids. This event would not be a shadow of what we have today without the support of Noosa Marina, which is just about the

perfect venue for our show and shine, as well as the ideal jump-off point for the rides. See the southern hemisphere’s best display of classic steel bicycle machinery at the Vintage Bicycle Show and Shine at Noosa Marina, Tewantin on the Saturday. Register online at www.noosastradebianche.com.au and find out more details about the trails and rules. All rides start from the Noosa Marina, 2 Parkyn Court, Tewantin. Hire bicycles are available. When: 12-13 August 2017 Where: Noosa Marina, Tewantin and Noosa hinterland Website: www.noosa-stradebianche. com.au ●

Build up slowly Say your weekend ride is two hours. Over a period of eight weeks, add about a halfhour to each ride; in two months you’ll be ready for a century ride. Be sure to sneak in another ride or two of at least an hour during the week. When riding long, also keep these things in mind.

Pedal smart By maintaining a cadence of at least 90 rpm, you give your aerobic and muscular systems a break. Think of lifting a 20-pound bench press 10 times instead of one rep of 200 - you lift the same amount but with less overall effort.

Eat and drink lots Aim to drink about one bottle per hour, depending on heat and exertion level. Don’t worry so much about what you mix with the water; the water is what’s most important. Eat a bite or two of food every 15 minutes - consistency over the day is crucial. If you’re out beyond two hours, plan a stop to refill bottles and have a snack.

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NEWS EMBROIDERER TO ROYALTY

TV SPOTLIGHT ON TOWING When Clayton’s Towing hits the TV screen next month, it’ll be more than just “mechanics and carnage”, there will be plenty of personalities to shine a light on the industry not always held in high esteem. Mike Clayton works alongside his daughter Samantha and dad, Bill, who set up the family-run business 47 years ago, growing over that time from one old hand-made tow truck to a staff of more than 100 and 14 depots from Caboolture to Mackay including Noosaville. Mike said their vehicles’ dash cam footage which they upload to Facebook has more than 40,000 followers, and caught the attention of Channel 7. “We’ve always had the dash cam there for our own protection, so we can see what’s happening around us, and it helps us in training,” he said. “They’d seen some of the

Clayton's Towing with Mike Clayton, centre, daughter Samantha, right with a shovel and father, Bill to his left. stories we do and thought they could do a show on us.” After an initial trial run, the Channel 7 team went along for the ride, filming the day-today occurrences. “They’ve been with us for almost a year,” Mike said. “They’ve become part of our crew and in our uniforms.” Mike said some of his team definitely had “the personality for TV” and the show would give an insight into the human side of the business as well as the machinery involved. Mike said there was no

towing company across Australia with the equipment and capacity of Clayton’ssomething they had built up over the years. From caravans and semitrailers to cranes and boats, Clayton’s has the equipment and know-how to recover or remove. Last week, Mike dismantled and removed a boat that had run aground at Mooloolaba, a job, he said, was made difficult by both the location and the population. ●

An embroiderer to royalty and the stars will visit the Noosa Embroiderer’s Group at Tewantin on World Embroidery Day on 30 July. Jenny Adin-Christie completed a now defunct three-year apprenticeship in her craft at the Royal School of Needlework at Hampton Court Palace in England and worked at the school for a decade before embarking on a freelance career in 2008. Her work has featured in the Duchess of Cambridge’s wedding gown and a monogrammed outfit for Prince George. While the apprenticeship she completed no longer exists her work is very much in demand. Some of her recent commissions include new All Seasons and Lenten Altar Frontals for Canterbury Cathedral, a new pelmet and curtains for the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, and embroidered monograms for the cover of Sir Paul McCartney’s classical album Ecce Cor Meum. She will take two embroidery workshops at Wallace House from 30 July

to 1 August and a general information session at the U3A, 64 Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin, on Monday 31 July from 6.30pm to 9pm. ●

FREEZE DRY BUSINESS OPENS Innovative company Freeze Dry Industries has officially opened a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility that will add significantly to the Sunshine Coast’s growing food and agribusiness sector. The modern manufacturing facility based in Yandina is the first of its kind in Queensland and uses the latest technology freeze dryers to dry 100 per cent Australian fresh fruits, vegetables and other raw materials. CEO Michael Buckley said the new facility was an exciting step, using new Australian technology to turn raw material into something tasty and healthy. Freeze Dry Industries employs between five and 10 staff and is expecting to grow to 20 to 30 staff as export opportunities increase and double the capacity of its factory. For more information visit www.freezedryindustries.com. au. ●

THE LOWDOWN THREE … Outdoor adventures to try Of course, there’s always the spectacular National Park: Take a walk or run through the Noosa National Park, just minutes from Hastings Street, with coastal tracks with gorgeous views across Laguna Bay to Noosa North Shore - you may even spot a whale, koala, dolphin or turtle! Inland tracks take you through rainforest and eucalypt woodlands. After something different?

Strawberry fields: The local strawberry season has started, so take a Noosa Country Drive to Cooloola Berries, 856 Tagigan Road, Wolvi, 40mins north of Noosa via Kin Kin Road for delicious sun-ripened strawberries. Farm gate and cafe open daily 8am-5pm. Also country breakfast or Devonshire tea this Sunday morning, and Paella in the Paddock Sunday from 1-4pm. Ph 5486 7512. Bike through the hinterland: Looking for an unforgettable way to explore the Noosa Hinterland? The Kin Kin General Store, 56 Main Street, Kin Kin is located in the heart of the Noosa Trail Network, and now stocks Bike on Noosa’s Premium Mountain Bikes to hire! The bikes are perfect for the local riding conditions and come with helmets, lock and a map of the Noosa Trail Network. Phone 5474 3322 or see bikeon.com.au Eco cruise: See and learn about Noosa’s history and amazing birds, river life and flora on a twohour Noosa Eco Cruise, Tuesday and Thursday. Includes river cruise, nature walk, morning tea and all-day Noosa Ferry pass (same day). Must book on 5449 8442.

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IT’S NONE OF OUR BUSINESS BUT …

What does this sign tell us?

WHAT IS IT GOOD FOR? Noosa has always prided itself on keeping visual pollution to a minimum, regarding signage. However, Noosa resident Martina Gaynor has recently noticed signs that make no sense at all. “We even like those signs that are puzzling to some visitors saying: “All other destinations" on our direction signage, but figure it helps to keep signage to a minimum,” she said. “I cannot help but ask what council were thinking when they recently erected these ridiculous signs on a new strip of road surface along Eenie Creek Road and also on Walter Hay Drive.” “What are they good for? What do they promote? What is their purpose? Are they vital for road safety? “Apart from being ugly, pointless and totally out of place in our relatively pristine environment, they are a gross waste of money. Money that could have been spent for instance, replacing the by now famous bench seat at Peregian Beach, removed by council, where many people would sit and enjoy the view. Could Noosa Council remove those signs. ●

That's a zucchini.

NOW THAT’S A ZUCCHINI What are the Noosa District State High School agricultural students using to grow the vegetables in their school farm?

They harvested their zucchinis last week, and they were quite a bit larger than the average supermarket size. School publicist Bridge Muir said the students enjoyed growing and looking

after a variety of plants and animals on the working farm, with some keen to pursue careers in agricultural science upon graduation. ●

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BEWARE SEA SNAKES Snake catcher Luke Huntley was called to Castaways Beach by beach walkers about a week ago when they found an elegant sea snake on the beach. Luke said the highly venomous snake was in need of help, so he took it to Australia Zoo for rehabilitation until it can be released back to the sea. Luke said a few snakes had been washed up on the beach recently. ● 16 NOOSA TODAY

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Peregian Beach locals have taken it upon themselves to replace a well-used seat at Beach 52 with some temporary substitutes. There has been much discussion in the area surrounding the beach seat which was removed by council about a month ago. One resident said the seat had meant a lot to people in the community in a myriad of ways. For some, it was a meeting point and for others a place to sit and watch the whales go by. One man whose wife had died had scattered her ashes in the water in front and came back regularly to sit and remember her. Another man who used to be an avid beach walker has developed alzheimers disease. He no longer walks the beach because he loses his way, but remembers his trek from home to the seat. The resident said she could understand if council approved one seat it might set a precedent for many seats. But at another beach side location she knew, individuals paid for memorial seats to remember loved ones which were artistically designed and well spaced along the beachfront. ●

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NEWS NAMING OF THE SUNSHINE COAST

RELOCATING CAMP RESIDENTS

Sally-Anne Clark, Reverend Ian Dredge and Alan 'Fox' Rogers.

Ben and Pat Johns meal, offer support and build relationships. Ian said some people viewed the move as a chance at a fresh start. “There’s some wonderful, resilient, capable people there who are up to the challenge,” he said. As people move away and the cleaning up progresses, property owner Ben Johns is growing in optimism about the shift though he still has concerns about some residents.

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“It’s not so daunting now as it was in the beginning, the plan seems to be working,” he said. “No one ever thought it would happen. I’ve been here for a lifetime. It is my life. I thought I’d just die here, but I’m getting used to the idea,” he said. “I know there’s quite a few people say they won’t go until they have to. I don’t worry about them. They know what they’re doing. “We’ve still got a few who have problems. This was somewhere for them to live without worrying too much, but it’ll all worked itself out in the end.” Ben praised council and the other organisations for their help in finding housing and cleaning up. Alan said about 20 large skip bins had been used so far. He said the land would be retained for its environmental value and degraded areas may be revegetated. ●

Visitors are invited to bring a blanket to the free, family-friendly Naming of the Sunshine Coast event and enjoy kids’ entertainment and activities. They can then sit back and listen to a 100-piece orchestra, 200-voice choir plus 100-voice children’s choir and dancers conducted by Kim Kirkman. The performances will include a Beatles medley, original songs written to celebrate the occasion and the epic Carmina Burana by Carl Orff. Join in at the Sunshine Coast Stadium on Sunday 6 August with gates opening from 1pm. Performance times are 2-4pm. Food and drinks will be available to purchase. ●

NEW INITIATIVE CONNECTS GENERATIONS Sunshine Coast seniors are invited to take part in a knowledge, conversation and skills sharing experience with USC students through the genXchange program to be launched from 11am3pm on 1 August at the Maroochydore Library. The genXchange initiative is the brainchild of Charlotte Mellis who, in partnership with Sunshine Coast Libraries, USC and the Maroochydore Neighbourhood Centre, will bring the program together locally. Sunshine Coast Libraries will be the central meeting place for 20 of USC’s occupational therapy students who will gain credit for their participation in the program by exchanging skills, passion and friendship with the region’s seniors. The program could see outcomes such as a community garden project, the sharing of new technology or multilingual skills, in exchange for wisdom, exercise buddies and more. ●

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Johns Landing Camping Ground is gradually emptying its longterm residents, as Noosa Council Community Services director Alan ‘Fox’ Rogers last week announced it would take over ownership of the 49-hectare property at the end of October. Council, government agencies and government-funded organisations have been working to find accommodation for residents, with priority given to families with children. The Salvation Army’s Accommodation and Housing Services regional manager SallyAnne Clark said they expected to this week to have accommodated 21 of the 29 children and their families who had been living at the camping ground. The children, aged from infants to teenagers, and 20-30 adults have been found housing in a variety of areas including Mt Coolum, Gympie, Tewantin, Rockhampton and Townsville, and there were 20-30 adults still at the campsite. Anglican Church of Noosa Reverend Ian Dredge said the church had put on a fortnightly barbecue at the campground for some time to provide a good

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LETTERS

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

KINDNESS CLEANS UP I would like to thank the two young men who, quite unexpectedly, helped me unload my trailer at the local tip, or whatever it’s called now. Quite out of the blue they asked if I would like a hand and proceeded to unload - and it was a big load - they then got their blower and cleared the leaves off. This sort of thing helps restore your faith in your fellow man or woman. Thanks a heap chaps. Tony Taylor, Noosa.

JOB OF WORK If meaningful work can provide hope and purpose and positive mental health outcomes, is there the danger of a serious social divide in Australia caused not only by the disparity between workers’ wages and CEO salaries but also by an economic system which has become so generous to some that it discourages analysis of the realities of finding a permanent, purposeful job in a diminishing, casualised job market? Discuss at will. Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach.

BUTT OUT ON BEDROOM It is sad to read that some people feel duty bound to interfere with the lives of others. If David Wilson were living next door to a gay couple, whether they were married or not, their marital status would not impact his life in the slightest. The only reason that so may Australians do not want a plebiscite on this issue is because they see it as a colossal waste of money, and a delaying tactic by the more conservative members of the current government, when a conscience vote on the issue would suffice. There are people on all sides of politics who wish to have a conscience vote on this issue. In fact, Christopher Pyne has been most outspokenly in favour of it, so it is disingenuous to claim that only one side of politics supports this move. The question is not about tradition, but about equality. To point to two people who wish to commit to each other, and to say that they cannot do this, denies them equality with other people. That is patently unfair, when their relationship is well within the law. The council may not be able to affect the law, but, as this is a popular tourist destination, it is sensible to be friendly to all members of society. Given that approximately 10 per cent of the population is gay - nature’s choice, not theirs - then it makes good business sense to welcome them to our shire.

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AT LAST, THE GRAND PRIZE WINNER! The grand prize winner of the Noosa Camera House and Canon’s photography competition running over the last six months has been announced. Congratulations to Pete Evans for this entry titled 'Fleck the Osprey.’ Pete is the lucky recipient of a Canon camera package. Thankyou to all the entries - we have seen some beautiful shots of our region. Noosa Camera House and Canon are thrilled to award Pete the fantastic CANON EOS 1300D with EF-S 18mm-55mm III lens digital SLR. ● Tolerance toward others is the oil that keeps society running smoothly. Joy Ringrose, Pomona.

DIATRIBE CHALLENGED The ‘D. Wilson’ diatribe over same-sex marriage cannot go unchallenged. Nothing I write is likely to change Mr Wilson’s beliefs. More's the pity but his text opens the way for others to challenge narrow, outdated, misinformed and historically inaccurate views. Some of those against the freedom to marry a same-sex partner claim superiority of debate through application of dogma and selectively quoting scripture, both of which can be largely debunked by historical facts. Others see corruption of moral values as imminent, despite no such decline ever needing much assistance at a great many levels. Some of history’s greatest despots were bible taught. Let’s look briefly at marriage historically. In the Chinese, Mesopotamian, Egyptian and Greek period BCE (Before the Common Era - i.e. The old BC Before Christ) one could and some did marry their horse (true), had same-sex concubines and wives/husbands of many colours and races and married not for love but to protect property, gain or maintain wealth, form alliances, deter conflict, spoils of war and to foster lineage. Marriage for ‘love’ is less than 200 years old as a Western concept. Until the 12th Century CE, ‘the Church’ took little interest in the ‘pledging’ ceremony unless royalty or persons of influence bestowed patronage. In 1130AD/CE Mother Church realised that it should control the

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‘matrimonial’ process for promotion and on-going re-population of the faith under a monetised system of female enslavement called, holy wedlock? Matrimony was then packaged with cruel rules and conditions, regulations and threats to the soul. Moral and ethical questionability shortly followed shortly after. The supreme act of the expression of love and pleasure, sex, was made dirty. Suggestions as to mental health issues and moral corruption of adopted, even natural born, children of same-sex unions are largely flawed analysis. In a secular Australia, the bonding of couples out of love, respect and want should simply be no different and form part of ‘the norm’. We have successfully accommodated the intermarriage of colours. Similarly, between races. Both took time to be accepted and strengthened our country. The civilised world did not end or Heaven take revenge. Perhaps if it had we would have some proof of divine existence. M. Donovan, Noosaville.

STARS WAR No sniping. At his recent Media Stars event, in response to his inter-galactic battle against internal, undermining acts, Sir Mal Content, (sans old leather jacket), was flanked by Dark Raiders in full frontal kit. This beats the 10flag background prop used by his usurped predecessor who is always smartly attired in red budgie smugglers and blue tie. Who will win the Battle of the Stars War? Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach.

FUNNY ENVIRONMENT What a difference four years makes - four years ago, the Noosa council de-almagamated from the Sunshine Coast from fear the SCC would become the new Gold Coast and that their environmental credentials were not up to Noosa standards. Four years on, the SCC has become one of the leading councils on environmental issues in Australia, and their recent 100 per cent self-sufficient solar farm has set the standard for councils all over the world to follow, putting them right at the avant garde of the environmental movement. Meanwhile, in Noosa the underfunded, de-amalgamated council is struggling, wasting precious money on ineffective projects like 'bring back the fish’, relocating the koala population, and being absolutely clueless on the bat invasion and unable to implement restrictions on plastic bags. Tony Wellington, the mayor of Noosa, in his regular column in the local papers will give you his expert opinion on birds, bees, and koalas, and that’s about it. The Noosa Council's latest venture, the electric bus, was an embarrassing waste of money, and among other things, we are now left with $110,000 worth of batteries never to be used. In years to come, one council will be remembered for their environmental leadership, and believe me, it won’t be the Noosa Council. Dom Massoni, Verrierdale. noosatoday.com.au

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THINKING OF SELLING? MAKE SURE YOU HAVE YOUR BOXES TICKED R&W Noosa is the agency which has the largest and most efficient buyer database. Our office location & exposure are second to none. Of course an energetic, enthusiastic and experienced sales team, aligned with innovative marketing and fabulous franchise contacts help too. We have all your boxes ticked. Sold is what we do best at Richardson & Wrench Noosa. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d love to have your business.

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sunshine Beach 40 PARK CRESCENT

4 A 2.5 B 2 C

Views & Location

View Saturday 10-10.30am Price By Negotiation

Situated on the oceanside of desirable Park Crescent, this property boasts direct beach access from your back garden, 180 degree views capturing Lions Head to the north and Sunshine Beach looking south. Walk everywhere, it’s all at your ﬁngertips, a two minute stroll to Sunshine Beach village with world class restaurants and award winning cafes and a one minute stroll to the breaking waves, this is coastal living at its very best. • 180 degree ocean views. • 1 minute walk to the beach. • Direct beach access. • Zoned for duplex or triplex development.

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nOOsa Waters 33 MASTHEAD QUAY

4 A 4 B 2 C

Luxury & Lifestyle

View Saturday 12-12.30pm Price Offers over $3.9Million

Located in the exclusive Noosa Waters estate, 33 Masthead Quay exudes class and sophistication of the highest proportions. Set at the closing of a quiet cul-de-sac, the home sits proudly amongst other prestigious properties. Opportunities to secure waterfront homes of this caliber are very scarce so I urge you not to miss the boat and arrange an inspection today. • North facing with a wide water frontage. • Spacious Paul Clout design masterpiece. • Both main bedrooms look north over the canal. • Large 881m2 block of land.

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A STUNNING LIFESTYLE CHOICE PERFECTLY perched on a 4268 square metre block with impressive views out to Mount Coolum and Laguna Bay, this stunning hinterland home has been described as a chance to elevate your lifestyle. Living has been spread over two levels and offers luxury, opulence and functionality perfectly suited to a modern family. In true luxurious fashion, the entire upper-level has been dedicated to the master suite. Complete with oversized bedroom, stunning ensuite with spa, walk-in wardrobe and a private deck with expansive views; this is a true parents’ retreat. There are three more bedrooms downstairs, all with a lovely leafy outlook and access to either an ensuite or the main bathroom. The main living space is the star of the home with a neutral colour scheme, polished timber floors and soaring ceilings all combining to create a space that is grand with a sense of welldeserved opulence. From the designer kitchen to the large living room with Jet Master wood-burning fireplace, the open-plan dining space to the expansive wrap-around timber deck, it’s clear a noexpense-spared approach was taken to create a stunning hinterland home. Outside, you can enjoy the resort-style pool with water features, oversized poolside deck designed with sunset parties in mind, all surrounded by lush natural bushlands. There is plenty of room for the family pet and lots of native flora and fauna to explore throughout this large land size. As well as luxurious, this property is also versatile with council approval to run a business from home with up to four staff. A unique glass office with separate entrance would make for a great place to run the business, or use as a gym, art studio or playroom, depending on your needs. A triple-car garage with under-house storage, air-conditioning, a high level of security and a fenced dog run are just some of this home’s extra features. All of this is located on a very private block just a short drive from the world famous Hastings Street and the popular river foreshore dining precinct. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 57 Foxtail Rise, Doonan Description: 4 bed, 3 bath, 5 car, pool View: Saturday, 12.30pm-1.30pm Price: $1.6 million-plus Agent: David Berns for David Berns Real Estate, 0408 629 438 22 NOOSA TODAY

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Stunning Designer Home in the Heart of Old Tewantin This is a very exciting opportunity to secure a brand new designer house, simply stunning in every way with quality design, ﬁxtures and ﬁttings on offer. • 2.55 M square set ceilings, ducted air conditioning throughout

FOR SALE Offers from $799,000 Sat 29th July 10-10.30am VIEW Sam Walker 0400 730 457 AGENT

• 80mm caesar stone bench tops and satin inish custom cabinetry • Stunning surry blend wool carpets in all bedrooms, European style appliances • 3.6 M x 5.6 M plunge pool with seamless glass fencing

CENTURY 21 CONOLLY HAY GROUP 07 5447 2451

David Conolly

2 b

0438 259 956

2 c

TEWANTIN 7 Livingstone Street

Golf Front Luxury in an Exclusive Noosa Enclave Located in the exclusive Oasis complex, this home is a master class in luxury. The expansive floorplan spreads over two levels, with five bedrooms each with its own ensuite and robe. The master bedroom impresses with a private sitting room and covered balcony overlooking the golf course. The stunning kitchen with quality Miele appliances and Caesarstone waterfall benchtops flows seamlessly into the open plan living area with a lowline gas fireplace. A covered outdoor area offers a built-in BBQ and access to the lap pool. The double lock-up garage provides a golf buggy space and plenty of storage. Call Mike or Sam for an inspection today!

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FOR SALE By Negotiation Sat 29th July 12-12.30pm VIEW Mike Hay 0417 624 059 AGENT Sam Walker

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0400 730 457

2 c

NOOSA HEADS 17 Springs Crescent

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CHANGES IN PLACE FOR CAPITAL GAINS TAX BY STELLAR CONVEYANCING PRACTICE MANAGING DIRECTOR MICHELLE WATT NAVIGATING the world of tax can be confusing so we chat to Stellar Conveyancing practice managing director Michelle Watt who shines a light on some of the new rules for capital gains and the impact on foreign and Australian residents. New rules for Foreign Resident Capital Gains Withholding (FRCGW) apply to all sellers disposing of certain taxable property under contracts entered into from 1 July 2017. The changes will apply to real property disposals where the contract price is $750,000 and above (previously $2 million) and the FRCGW withholding tax rate will be 12.5 per cent (previously 10 per cent). All Australian resident vendors selling real property will need to obtain a clearance certificate from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) prior to settlement, to ensure they don’t incur the 12.5 per cent non-final withholding tax. This existing withholding legislation assists the collection of foreign residents’ Australian tax liabilities. It imposes an obligation on buyers to withhold 12.5 per cent of the purchase price and pay it to the ATO. The foreign resident seller must lodge a tax return at the end of the financial year, declaring their Australian assessable income, including any capital gain from the disposal of the asset. A tax file number (TFN) is required to lodge a tax return; they will

What do the changes to capital gains mean for foreign and Australian residents? We chat to Stellar Conveyancing practice managing director Michelle Watt who shines a light on some of the new rules. need to apply for a TFN if they don’t have one and the seller may claim a credit for any withholding amount paid to the ATO in their tax return. Australian resident sellers can avoid the 12.5 per cent withholding tax by providing a clearance certificate obtained from the ATO to the buyer prior to settlement. Foreign resident sellers may apply for a variation of the withholding rate or

make a declaration that a membership interest is not an indirect Australian real property interest and therefore not subject to withholding. Buyers must pay the amount withheld at settlement to the Commissioner of Taxation. The legislation applies to the following asset types: · Real property. · Taxable Australian real property with a

market value of $750,000 or more. · Vacant land, buildings, residential and commercial property. · Mining, quarrying or prospecting rights where the material is situated in Australia. · A lease over real property in Australia. Other assets: · Indirect Australian real property interests in Australian entities, whose majority of assets consist of the above asset types. · Options or rights to acquire any of the above asset types. In many cases, the market value of a property will be the purchase price. Where the purchase price has been negotiated between the seller and the buyer, acting at arm’s length, the ATO will accept the purchase price as a proxy for market value. Some assets are not subject to the withholding including: · Taxable Australian real property with a market value of less than $750,000. · Securities lending arrangements · Transactions where the seller is in external administration or transactions arising from the administration of a bankrupt estate, a composition or scheme of arrangement, a debt agreement, a personal insolvency agreement, or same or similar circumstances under a foreign law. Sellers can make application for a clearance certificate via the ATO’s website at https://www.ato.gov.au/ FRWT_Certificate.aspx Clearance Certificates have a life span of 12 months. Source: Australian Taxation Office ●

Stunning Award Winning Home • Perfect blend of modern materials, luxury features and family functionality • Vast open plan living space in the heart of the house with extensive glass wall • Master suite features beautiful ensuite with oversized soaking tub

FOR SALE By Negotiation VIEW Sat 29th July 12-12.30pm AGENT Rachel Sellman 0422719041

• Modern kitchen with lime-washed ply and blonde hardy bamboo benchtop • Solar heated pool with luscious green backdrop promotes relaxed lifestyle

2 b

2 c

• Casually stroll or take the water taxi to one of Hastings street’s award-winning restaurants

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NOOSA HEADS 20 Coral Tree Avenue

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Proudly perched on 4,268sqm of land with impressive views of Mt Coolum through to Noosa Hill and Laguna Bay, this property lets you elevate your lifestyle and escape suburbia. Located on the cusp of Noosa Hinterland the executive home is only 15 minutes from cosmopolitan Hastings Street and even closer to all the ambience of the Noosa River dining and shopping precinct. The elevated position ensures cooling sea breezes and the protected native bushland front and rear, safeguards privacy and views forever. The versatile property comes with the added bonus of Council approval to run a business from the home, with up to four staff. A unique air-conditioned glass office or gym with views and separate entrance, is a feature of the home. The contemporary home is the epitome of style – open plan layout, parent’s retreat, high ceilings, privacy, views, fireplace, multiple living and dining zones, sweeping balconies and a massive outdoor entertaining/pool area allowing unrestricted living and entertaining all year round, day and night. • Master suite is privately situated on a separate level with an expansive balcony enjoying panoramic ocean views, ensuite and spa also with views. • Multiple indoor and outdoor dining and living areas with room for a billiard table. • Private large saltwater pool with water features and spa. • Massive timber entertaining deck surrounding pool with stunning private bushland views. • Large Jet Master wood burning ireplace.

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• Polished timber, quality tiles and pristine new carpet adorn the floors. • Triple car garage with enormous additional under house storage plus 2 car carport • Purpose built high carport for boat/caravan storage. • Air conditioned. • High level of security. • Fenced dog run. • Four generous double bedrooms, 3 ensuited, separate office/gym.

If you are considering purchasing anywhere on the Sunshine Coast, to avoid disappointment, please inspect this impressive property.

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The home enjoys uninterrupted views of the Pumice Stone Passage. This inner-city fixer-upper is expected to be snapped up at auction in August.

GOOD PRICE EXPECTED FOR LITTLE GREEN GEM A little green cottage in Red Hill has created quite a stir in the property market when it was listed recently. Media reports said the property, which has a land size of 506 square metres, is “so hot its second caller asked if he could put in an offer before auction - sight unseen”. The marketing agent said the property is a deceased estate with the owner leaving the property to his nephew, who just wants to sell the three-bedroom, one-bathroom property. Number 27 Argyle Street in Red Hill, which is marketed as a “renovate or detonate” property, last sold in February 1973, which in today’s dollars is still a bargain price of $114,000. According to CoreLogic, Red Hill’s median house sale price was $850,000 in the last 12 months, so this fixer-upper could still fetch a pretty penny when it goes under the hammer on 30 August. ●

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The resort-style ensuite.

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island home that is all about the “wow factor”. The main living, dining and kitchen areas boast uninterrupted views of the Pumice Stone Passage and the Glasshouse Mountains. The guest wing contains four villas, each with their own ensuite and kitchenette. Complete with all the trimmings, the quality of finishings and attention to detail found around every corner is second to none. ●

A stunning island hideaway by Mancorp Quality Homes has won the 2017 Brisbane House of the Year at the Master Builders Brisbane Housing and Construction awards held in Brisbane earlier this month. The breathtaking home is spread over two blocks of land and three levels, delivering a spectacular

READY-SET-BUILD This is one of the very few blocks available now in the area. ’Showering in Sunshine!’ One of Noosa Heads much sought after locations. 607m2 Ready for the good life. Close to Noosa Junction shopping, coffee bars and restaurants. This could be your next dream home location.

$540,000 NEG 26 Warana Street, Noosa Heads Ron Davey M: 0412 206 563 P: 07 5474 2442

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SKILLS IN DOUBT WHEN COURSES RUN SHORT The REIQ has welcomed a new report into the vocational education and training (VET) sector outlining the impact unduly short courses may have on the industries in which they operate. REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella congratulated the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) on the “thoroughness and accuracy” of the findings presented in its report. “The fast-paced real estate profession relies heavily on training organisations delivering quality course so that students are competent, job-ready, and can hit the ground running,” she said. “The REIQ, as the real estate profession’s peak body and leading training organisation in Queensland, is in a unique position to see the detrimental impact these unduly short courses can potentially have on our profession.” Announcing the report, the Assistant Minister for Vocational Education and Skills, Karen Andrews said unduly short courses were, in many cases, resulting in learners not gaining the competencies specified in the training packages for certain industries. “This has the potential to lead to a loss of confidence in VET and long term costs to industry, individuals, the community and governments,” Ms Andrews said. “While the government has undertaken a number of significant reforms to

The REIQ has welcomed a new report into the vocational education and training (VET) sector saying "the fast-paced real estate profession relies heavily on training organisations delivering quality course so that students are competent, job-ready, and can hit the ground running". strengthen the VET architecture and enhance ASQA’s powers, it is clear from this report that further work needs to be done.” Ms Mercorella said the REIQ welcomed the government’s promise to do more.

“Some students who complete these unduly short courses may not be adequately prepared for the demands of the job they have trained for, leaving them frustrated and their employers disappointed and angry,” Ms Mercorella

said. Among the reforms to be recommended was greater transparency of the amount of training in product disclosure statements, presented in a consistent way to enable comparisons across courses. ●

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TRADIES CASH IN ON ‘RENO FEVER’ New South Wales’ renovation fever has caught on in Queensland, according to ServiceSeeking.com.au’s latest Tradie Price Index. According to the new data, the average cost of hiring a Queensland tradie ($61.20) has seen a year-on-year increase of 8.9 per cent, not far behind NSW’s average hourly rate of $62.90. So, which tradies earned the most in Queensland last quarter? Plumbers sit at the top of the pack in Queensland at $79.20 per hour, despite a quarterly price drop of 6.8 per cent. Electricians are the next most expensive at $74.10 per hour. Builders have seen a dramatic year-on-year increase of 27 per cent, increasing their rate to $68.30 per hour. ServiceSeeking.com.au CEO Jeremy Levitt

said most Queensland tradies are benefitting from an increase in renovation activity. Not all tradies are reaping the benefits, however. Landscapers, at $56.90 per hour, have seen a quarterly price drop of 29.8 per cent. Tilers, likewise, have seen a quarterly drop of 7.7 per cent, down to $55.10 per hour. The data was collated by comparing a sample of 52,000 quotes submitted during the fourth quarter of the 2016/17 financial year through tradie comparison site ServiceSeeking.com. au. Mr Levitt said although Queensland tradie prices remain strong, there’s no need for renovators to worry with tradie comparison sites a great place to find a contractor at a good price. ●

It pays to be a plumber with data showing plumbers sit at the top of the pack in Queensland when it comes to earnings at $79.20 per hour.

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Address

A B C

Price Guide

Agent

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A B C

Price Guide

Agent

Friday 28th July

4 2 3 3 3 2

$995,000 Offers Invited

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0438 259 956 11.00am - 11.30am 1/28 Pelican St Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0403 134 420 Saturday 29th July

3 2 1

Contact Agent

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0466248345

11.00am - 11.45am 2 Lorikeet Drive

3 2 2

By Negotiation

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0401 807 697

11.00am - 11.30am 1/28 Pelican St

3 2 1

Contact Agent

5 3 4

Over $1,050,000

Doonan Saturday 29th July

10.45am - 11.45am 20 Templeton Way 12.00pm - 1.00pm 17 Panavista Court 12.30pm - 1.30pm 57 Foxtail Rise

Address

Peregian Beach

Saturday 29th July

11.00am - 11.30am 24 Antipodes Close 2.00pm - 2.45pm 1/512 David Low Way

Time

4 3 2 5 3 2 4 3 5

O/O$925,000 O/O $949,000 O/O$1,600,000

David Berns Real Estate - 0408 629 438 11.30am - 12.30pm 26 Parakeet Crescent David Berns Real Estate - 0419 818 418 12.00pm - 12.30pm 18 Pelican Street David Berns Real Estate - 0408629438 12.00pm - 12.30pm 365 David Low Way

Eumundi

3 3 2

$1.499m

2 2 3

O/O $750,000

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0466248345 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0418 712 600 Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0423465464 Star Noosa Real Estate - 0418 231 955

Peregian Springs

Saturday 29th July

11.00am - 12.00pm 2 Monomeet Close 2.00pm - 3.00pm 1335 Eumundi Noosa Road

Saturday 29th July

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0418714653 10.00am - 10.45am 17 Bunya Grove David Berns Real Estate - 0408629438 10.00am - 10.45am 8 Bunya Grove

3 2.5 2

Lake MacDonald

10.00am - 10.45am 24 Pavilion Drive

3 2.5 2

$670,000

Saturday 29th July

10.00am - 10.30am 11 Peachtree Crescent

4 2 2

High $600,000's

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0418 712 600

David Berns Real Estate - 0419 818 418 10.00am - 10.45am 32 Pavilion Drive 10.30am - 11.00am 69/11-15 Dunes Court

3 2.5 2

$660,000

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0438 579 911

10.00am - 11.00am 101 Gumboil Road

4 2 3 5 2 4

3 1 2

$1,350,000 O/O$1,595,000

O/O$830,000

Marcus Beach

11.00am - 11.30am 74 The Avenue

Saturday 29th July

11.00am - 11.30am 1/28 Tristania Drive

3 2 2

By Negotiation

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0400 730 457

3 2 2

from $1.875

Friday 28th July

11.00am - 11.30am 12.00pm - 12.45pm 3.00pm - 3.30pm 4.00pm - 4.30pm

30/2 Serenity Close 26 Attunga Heights 15 Banksia Ave 4/34 Edgar Bennett Ave

3 2 5 3

2 1 3 2

1 1 2 2

$695,000 By Negotiation Under $1.9m $1,195,000

Star Noosa Real Estate - 0418 231 955 Saturday 29th July 12.00pm - 12.30pm 20 Dame Patti Dr 60 Orient Drive Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438695505 1.00pm - 1.45pm Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0418 426 065 Sunshine Beach Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438695505 Friday 28th July Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438695505 10.00am - 10.30am 40 Park Cres

Saturday 29th July

10.00am - 10.45am 11.00am - 11.30am 12.00pm - 12.45pm 1.00pm - 1.30pm 1.00pm - 1.30pm 2.00pm - 2.30pm

20 Coral Tree Avenue 15 Banksia Ave 26 Attunga Heights 3 Viewland Drive 35 Warana Street 4/34 Edgar Bennett Ave

5.00pm - 6.00pm 3 5 2 3 3 3

2 3 1 2 1 2

2 2 1 2 2 2

By Negotiation Under $1.9m By Negotiation from $1.875 $660,000 $1,195,000

3 1 2 5 3 2

$660,000 Under $1.9m

Wednesday 2nd August

10.00am - 10.30am 35 Warana Street 11.00am - 11.30am 15 Banksia Ave

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0403 134 420 Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438695505 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0418 426 065 Star Noosa Real Estate - 0418 231 955 Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438695505 Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438695505

3 3 2 4 2 1

Contact Agent By Negotiation

33 Parkedge Road

3 2 2

$1,475,000

Base Realtors - 0412 206 563

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0438 579 911

4 2 6

$780,000

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438695505

4 2 6

$780,000

3 2 2

$1,695,000

4 2 2

Contact Agent

3 2 2

$1,795,000

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438695505 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0403 134 420

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0466248345 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0403 134 420

4 2 2

Contact Agent

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0466248345

11.00am - 11.30am 1/29 Duke Street

2 2 1

By Negotiation

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0417 624 059

11.00am - 11.45am 33 Parkedge Road

3 2 2

$1,795,000

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0403 134 420

11.00am - 11.30am 3/2 Park Crescent

2 2 1

$530,000

12.00pm - 12.30pm 48 Solway Drive

4 2 3

David Berns Real Estate - 0419 038 887

Offers Over $990,000 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0403 134 420

1/3 Parkedge Road

3 2 2

By Negotiation

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0417 624 059

223 Edwards Street

3 2 2

By Negotiation

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0403 134 420

3 2 1

$605,000

Base Realtors - 0412 206 563

4 2 2

By Negotiation

11.00am - 11.30am 9 Blackheath Drive

4 2 2

$625,000

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0467600009

1.00pm - 1.45pm

3 2 1

$605,000

Base Realtors - 0412 206 563

4 2 2

$625,000

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0467600009

11/4 Riverstone Court

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0400 730 457

Tuesday 1st August

Friday 28th July

2/24 Ann Street

3 2 2

$1,475,000

Base Realtors - 0412 206 563

4 2 3 3 2 2

O/o $2million $1,475,000

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0403646930 Base Realtors - 0412 206 563

11.00am - 11.30am 9 Blackheath Drive

Saturday 29th July

1.00pm - 1.30pm 2.00pm - 2.45pm

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0433 118 575

$749,000

10.00am - 10.30am 40 Park Cres

1.00pm - 1.45pm 11/4 Riverstone Court Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0412806252 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0417 624 059 Saturday 29th July 10.00am - 10.30am 7 Livingstone Street

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2.00pm - 2.45pm

Price Guide $445,000

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Noosaville 2/24 Ann Street

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Tewantin

Saturday 29th July

2.00pm - 2.45pm

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0438 579 911

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1.00pm - 1.30pm Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438695505 3.00pm - 3.45pm Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438695505

Noosa Springs 10.00am - 10.30am 524/61 Noosa Springs Dr 12.00pm - 12.30pm 17 Springs Crescent

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 579 789

Sunrise Beach 12.00pm - 12.30pm 20 Dame Patti Dr

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$650,000

Offers Over $640,000 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 579 789

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41 Dolphin Cres 2/24 Ann Street

Noosa Heads

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12.00pm - 12.30pm 33 Masthead Quay

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O/o $3.9m

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0403646930 3.00pm - 3.30pm

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Contact Agent

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SOCIAL SCENE

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LIVE Kirra will perform at Trio’s premier burlesque cabaret show on 12 August.

CABARET COMES TO TOWN! BY HOLLIE HARRIS Geoff Cohen is cooking up a storm and with the help of maitre d'hotel; David Stellon and French partner to this new venture, Romain Veneault, a world-class cabaret comes to town! Previously on the river in Tewantin, the trio now has a home in the Noosa Resort, South Pacific at 179 Weyba Road. The team were inspired to build a new concept in the heart of Noosa which brought an old-fashioned show to town in the form of burlesque cabaret. With Romain's background in live music and performance in Switzerland, the team wanted to create something very different for Noosa. “It’s more about giving, than receiving. We are creating

an event that hopefully will grow in time and attracts the crowd searching for something completely different,’ Romain said. “The hall of the South Pacific is known for its fantastic conferences, but the building itself is the perfect place to host nightlife events," he said. With the restaurant at the entrance, grand piano and chimney setting the scene, you will start the evening out with canapes before heading to your seat in the hall for shows and two-course menu. ‘Get ready to discover this venue from a whole new eye. The mood and the atmosphere will be unlike anything else you have experienced,’ Romain said. The mystery and surprises are promised to continue throughout the evening as the show promises to support

local artists from our region, ready to be discovered by the Noosa community. The cabaret nights are scheduled to run three times a year, and Romain welcomes suggestions of artists you would love to see perform. The excitement is building as the group prepares to host this fabulous showcase of talent in an unforgettable show. There will be a two-course meal with three jaw-dropping performances throughout the night. Seats are strictly limited and the evening is sure to sell out, so grab your tickets now to the premier performance of Trio’s burlesque cabaret show on 12 August starting at 5.30. Tickets are $95 including shows and food and may be purchased at the restaurant directly or contact 0448 978 106. ●

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Thursday 27 July The J 7.30pm Matthew Mitcham cabaret Friday 28 July Imperial Hotel Eumundi 12pm Renny Field 7pm Rhythm & Soul 7.30pm Dallas Frasca The J 8pm Jennifer Ward-Lealand Cooroy RSL 7.30pm Ryan Giles The Villa 8pm Screaming Jetts

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Saturday 29 July Imperial Hotel Eumundi 12pm Brown Trouts 7pm Elye Jay/Jamie-Lee Griffiths 7.30pm Legends of Rock: Tyrone Noonan/Robery James/JJ Harris The J 3pm and 8pm Lady Beatle Sunday 30 July Imperial Hotel Eumundi 2pm Ryan Giles Sunshine Beach Surf Club 3pm Sharon Brooks

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Life of Brine, by Phil Jarratt

Sacred Hearts Club, by Foster The People

PHIL JARRATT is an icon of the surfing industry. He has been chronicling surfing for over 40 years, having written more than 30 books including surf history and biography. There is nobody more respected in surf literature in this country, and possibly the world. He was one of the original journalists with TRACKS magazine, a must-buy publication for Australian surfers. In his memoir Life of Brine: A Surfer’s Journey, he rides a wave of nostalgia seamlessly from the 1960s to recent times. Join Phil at his book launch on Thursday 10 August, 6pm at Halse Lodge, Noosa Heads. Enjoy a welcoming drink. The cost is $20 per person - bookings are essential - 5448 2053 or email anniesbooks@bigpond.com. ●

The third official release from the US indies genre hops like mad. Opener Pay The Man is a rock/dance cross, followed by mellow single Doing It For The Money (irony noted, thanks) and the poppyas Sit Next To Me. If you’re wanting a dancefloor singalong, get into I Love My Friends and Static Space Lovers, with a strange mini horror movie soundtrack offcut, Orange Dream sandwiched in between (complete with big, scary keys - nice!). For something more lush, give Time To Get Closer a listen, while Loyal Like Sid and Nancy will satisfy all of your weird sci-fi needs. Crazy, strange and catchy - something for everyone. ●

Growing Up Gracefully, Wednesdays, ABC, 9.30pm

Growing up is tough, particularly for young women. Beauty standards are impossibly high and there is pressure on us from the moment we leave the womb. Twenty-something sisters take a humorous look at what growing up and being a woman really means with a little help from the 1950s teen-advice book “Growing Up Gracefully” and social media. Over six weeks they take on six key milestones of adulthood with Hannah, the reckless party girl of the trio, road testing etiquette from the past while dorky Eliza follows the advice of the net. This is a very funny look at what it means to be a woman and the pressure society does and has put on young women. It’s funny, irreverent and one of those shows you kind of want your daughters to watch. ●

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WHAT’S ON ALT, ENTER DALLAS FRASCA

BANDS TO BRING A FEAST OF DANCING

On Friday 28 July the Imperial Hotel in Eumundi will be rockin’ with femalefronted Alt-rock band Dallas Frasca. They’ll be supported by Hobo Magic and Los Laws. The band is coming off the back of a mega last 12 months. Two European tours, including supports with Ugly Kid Joe (US) and The Bellrays (US), two national tours and launching their own record label Spank Betty Records and releasing an album and an EP. And they recently hit the incredible 900 gig mark in 11 years since the band was founded. Dallas Frasca is a band and not just named after the lead singer. Like Blondie and PJ Harvey that came before them, it is clear that namesake front woman Dallas and guitarist Jeff Curran (Eumundi’s own) are the driving force of the Melbourne-based trio, in which other members rotate. The unconventional songwriters are two guitars, vocals and a beast behind the kit. They fit somewhere in between blues riffed The Black Keys and the incredible full-throated wail of Janis Joplin. Having no bass, the drums are integral to the sonic massive-ness that fits inbetween the mechanical style riffs. Their songs are catchy, huge and the truth can be felt in their tales. Winners of Triple J’s Light Your Fuse, their album Love Army hit the Top 30 ARIA Charts in Australia in 2015.

Noosa’s best free night out is coming up again. Sound Feast at The J has a stellar line-up of music for Friday 4 August and visitors won’t want to sit down for a minute. There will be a whole evening of dancing to The Lyrical, The Fergies, Dan Horne and the Hannah Ryder Trio from 6pm. Long-haired, barefooted, street-performing band The Fergies are a home-grown outfit which is committed to finding its own voice and sound through a catchy, toe-tapping original repertoire expressing its folk, indie, soul and rock influences. Since forming in late 2007, the awardwinning band has experienced a steady rise in momentum, playing for tens of thousands of people all over the country.

Dallas Frasca will be supported by Hobo Magic and Los Laws. Their song Success is the Best Revenge from the 2015 release, was the theme song as the worldwide sync on the popular TV show Bondi Ink. A collaboration with Ugly Kid Joe was released on the Californian band’s latest album Uglier Than They Used To Be that hit number 10 on the BBC charts in the UK. Pre-sale tickets are $15 plus booking fee through Oztix or from the Imperial Hotel on 5442 8811, or $18 at the door. Doors open at 7.30pm. Be sure to book the free Imperial Hotel courtesy bus via Gary on 0467 414 171. ●

Its rich five-part harmonies and irresistible, tambourine-shaking, guitar-strumming, folk-dancing, electrified energy have attracted a broad and uniquely loyal fan-base of all ages, genders and walks of life which has been drawn to The Fergies and their vibrant original music. From an early age, The Fergies found themselves collectively inspired by influences that span styles as well as decades - The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, James Taylor, The Beatles, The Lumineers, Michael Jackson and John Mayer. Those who prefer to watch can enjoy the comfortable seating, a drink from the bar and a line-up of amazing musical talent. This is a family friendly evening. ●

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Naomi Price presents Lady Beatle. nor Rigby and Penny Lane, this is one to get the audience up and dancing. Performances are on at 3pm and 8pm. More details on this and many more events happening throughout the festival can be found at www.noosaalive.com. au. ●

WORLD-CLASS PERFORMANCES With the Noosa Alive Festival well underway, the world-class performances keep coming! arts-insitu is the new arts program for the Noosa alive! Festival. arts-insitu is a series of pop-up, live street-art happenings in and around Noosa throughout the Noosa alive! festival, where local street artists will create en plein air works inspired by Noosa’s urban, natural and submerged environments. arts-insitu is curated by Nina Shadforth, bringing in to Noosa, Sunshine Coast street artists of the highest calibre: Fuzeillear (aka Claire Matthews), Da-

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vid Houghton, Chris McKenzie, Alison Mooney and EJ Zyla. In addition to the paintings, projection art responses created by Mobius (aka Brian Keayes), will pop-up at random to enhance the evening atmosphere. On the last weekend of the festival, Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 July, 2017, you will be able to view the arts-insitu series at two locations: The J Theatre, Noosa Junction and at Rococco’s Beach Club, Noosa Main Beach. The artworks in the arts-insitu series are available for purchase; contact Nina Shadforth on 0419 766 654. ●

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Don’t miss more show-stopping performances at The J this weekend for Noosa Alive. Starting tonight (Thursday) at 7.30pm, The J will host Matthew Mitcham’s cabaret, a double bill performance which shares his personal journey from Olympic Diving Gold to cabaret star, plus the highs and lows in between. This all-singing, all-dancing production is full of twists and turns. On Friday night at 8pm, fall in love again with Jennifer Ward-Lealand in a tribute to the iconic actress and singer Marlene Dietrich in Falling in Love Again. It’s been said that she is Dietrich incarnate as she performs highlights from the films, concerts and recordings that made her so famous. On Saturday, catch Naomi Price as she stars in the must-see live musical event of the year - Lady Beatle. It’s a fantastic tale about the women who inspired the Beatles greatest hits. With songs such as Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds, Elea-

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25th & 26th Aug. - ‘Wonderful World of Jazz’ at The J Theatre by Australian Jazz Ensemble and Noosa Chorale.

NOOSA JAZZ PARTY 25 AUG. to 3 SEPT. 2017

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THE FEED

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BY HOLLIE HARRIS A piece of Noosa’s history, the Noosaville Fish Market has been operating non-stop for over 60 years since 1949. Originally built as an outlet for the Noosaville fish board, Noosaville Fish Market has been proudly selling raw and cooked seafood to locals and tourists alike. With over 20 years’ experience in the local hospitality industry, owner and local chef Gary Roser brings his many years of experience in the seafood industry to the table. Cooked to perfection, your fish will be prepared in a light crunchy batter, bread crumbed or grilled, served with Australian grown potato chips with just the right amount of crunch; add our home made tartare sauce or aioli for the perfect finishing touch. “Everything is homemade; we don’t use any pre-battered or crumbed seafood products. “Our chefs will help you choose the right fish to suit your dish and even offer free cooking advice. We stock a wide range of local and imported fish as well as the best available cooked Mooloolaba king prawns, green prawns, squid tubes, roe on scallops and lots more,” Gary said Along with great fish and chips, they also offer a range of other delicious items including, Thai fish cakes, marinated and crumbed prawn cutlet, homemade potato

BEEF DUMPLING, SOY AND SESAME BROTH Warm up with this hearty broth full of flavour and goodness. Who doesn’t love dumplings? INGREDIENTS · 2 Massel 7’s Stock Cubes Chicken Style · 5cm-piece ginger, cut into matchsticks · 1 garlic clove, bruised · 1 teaspoon Chang’s Sesame Oil · 1 tablespoon Coles Soy Sauce · 3 teaspoons ABC Original Chilli Sauce (optional) · 2 spring onions, green and white parts separated, thinly sliced · 425g can Coles Whole Champignons (mushrooms), drained, thinly sliced · 227g can Coles Sliced Water Chestnuts, drained, thinly sliced · 1 bunch bok choy, quartered lengthways · 250g pkt Coles Mini Beef Dim Sims · 1 long red chilli, seeded, thinly sliced (optional) METHOD Step 1 Place the stock cubes, eight cups (2L) water, ginger, garlic, oil, soy sauce, chilli sauce, if using, and white parts of spring onion in a large saucepan. Bring to the boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 mins. Step 2 Strain through a fine sieve into a jug, discarding solids. Return liquid to the pan. Bring to the boil. Add mushroom, water chestnut, bok choy and dim sims. Cook for five minutes or until dim sims are cooked through. Serve with chilli, if desired, and remaining spring onion. ●

After 60 years, the Noosaville Fish Market still offers fantastic value and quality seafood. quality. scallops, fish bites, salads, kids sized meals and more. “And not to forget the famous, always tender, delicious calamari,” he said. If you are looking for fresh cooked prawns or raw fresh fish and other seafood products, Noosaville Fish Market is the place to go. They will also prepare cold mixed seafood platters for any volume required - if its available they will get it. Drop in for the unbeatable $6 fish and chip lunch pack, available Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday until 3pm. The old fisherman on Hilton Terrace has become a bit of a Noosa institution.

Folks have all driven by the ‘Hilton Harry’ mannequin, and if you haven’t stopped to say hello and grab some of Noosa’s best fish ‘n’ chips, well, it’s about time! Although ‘Harry’ certainly has made an impression, with many people stopping to take photos with him, it’s the succulent seafood at such great prices that keep locals coming back time and time again. “We pride ourselves on being the best!” Gary said. Stop in and say ‘Hi’ to Harry and the super friendly team at Noosaville Fish Market at 90 Hilton Terrace, Noosaville. Phone ahead and order on 5449 7127. ●

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THE TASTE OF PARIS Aromas Noosa is building on its French roots with a new weekly specials menu that will have you longing for Paris. The Weekly French Flavours menu offers hearty, bistro inspired iconic French dishes, and is in addition to its French-style winter a la carte menu. Created by aromas head chef Jules Santisi, the menu looks to the traditional flavours and ambience of French dining. “We wanted to bring back what people love about a French bistro and that’s simple, approachable, genuine French-style meals," Jules said. Monday is classic Steak Frites, with a hearty serving of steak and a side of French fries. Tuesday is Mussels Mariniere, a traditional dish from the West Coast of France, served in a white wine and butter sauce as well as fresh herbs and served with a side of fries. Stroll in on Wednesday for a dish of bouillabaisse, another classic seafood dish. A mix of the best local fresh seafood including mussels, fish, clams, prawns, and scampi are served in a fish broth with the classic French Pernod. Duck a L’orange is on the menu on Thursday evenings, with duck served in a caramelised orange sauce and a bed of greens. Closing off the week with a pop is Oysters and Bubbles, with half a dozen oysters and delicious sparkling. And while the dishes may be French, the produce is sourced from local suppliers with many of the ingredients coming from Maravista Farm, owned and run by the Ogilvie Group that supplies its venues with fresh ingredients grown via organic practices. ●

LET’S DO … Prices beat home eats Can you go out for breakfast for under $10?Try under $5! At PK’s Cafe and Bar at the Ivory Palms Resort, brekkies start at just $4. If you need a hunger buster, the big breakfast with all the trimmings is still only $15. Feed your belly and look after your hip pocket with a hearty plate of fresh eggs on sourdough for brekkie for just $9! With prices like this, why stay home and cook? PK’s has a fantastic selection of draught beer and cider on tap and over 20 wines to choose from. There are tasty wood-fired pizzas to choose from including cranberry and chicken, pulled pork, seafood complete with prawns and salmon, honey chilli pizza with tomato base, honey chilli, mozzarella, pepperoni and feta. Or simply grab a chicken parmigiana for only $15.90. Prices like these really are difficult to beat and the quality is fantastic. We just love sharing great value venues with our readers! Kids are welcome to play on the playground and jumping pillow too. Call 54731898 for a booking at PK’s Cafe and Bar at The Ivory Palms Resort, 73 Hilton Terrace Noosaville. ●

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Located along the glorious Noosa River we offer a unique Asian twist for lunch and an unforgettable dining experience

Seafood dishes served in smart, 3-level glass-fronted bistro and rooftop bar floating on the river

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3/229 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville Open daily 11am until late for lunch, dinner, take-away (07) 5440 5119 freshnaturalasian.com.auv

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Enjoy amazing buttery pastries, sourdough batards and gorgeous French provincial style cooking

Select from the all-day breakfast menu or for lunch try a Noosa Warm Salad, Asian Pok Belly or one of their delicious Toasted Sandwiches

9/13 Garnet St, Cooroy Tuesday to Saturday 8am to 4pm (07) 5472 0077 facebook.com/ maisondeprovencesunshinecoast

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IMPERIAL HOTEL EUMUNDI Good old fashioned table service, delicious food, cold beer and wine and live entertainment

Over 50 cocktails and 40 Tapas to choose from.

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PEPPERS NOOSA RESORT & VILLAS View Restaurant Admire the breathtaking views across Laguna Bay, dine in style and enjoy one of the best breakfast, dinner and event experiences in Noosa 33A Viewland Drive, Noosa Heads (07) 5455 2200 viewrestaurant.com.au

IVORY PALMS RESORT RESTAURANT Enjoy a hearty breakfast or an appetising dinner complimented by draught beer, cider on tap plus over 20 wines to choose from 73 Hilton Terrace, Noosaville Breakfast and Dinner (07) 54731898 facebook.com/pkspizzabar

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Taste tempting hamburgers made from the freshest produce handpicked from local producers and our chicken is naturally hormone free

We offer a great selection of delicious Asian cuisine, and an excellent level of service

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PErEgian PEREGIAN BEACH HOTEL A menu designed for sharing. Tapas, wood fire pizza & Asian fusion dishes using fresh & local ingredients will keep you here for lunch, dinner or in between

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Perhaps a pork belly lunch? The Grind Cafe on Gympie Terrace has it all. chocolate and macadamia house-made muffins. Since 2008 these guys have been delivering hearty breakfasts and lunches to local regulars and visitors complete with lovely, friendly service. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff at The Grind Cafe. The cafe is BYO, there are plenty of gluten free options and furry friends are welcome to enjoy the view anytime too. Open from 6am until 2.30pm, The Grind Cafe is at 255 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville. â&#x2014;?

MAYOR MEAL For over a decade, the Cooroy Chamber of Commerce has hosted an annual Dinner with the Mayor event and in that time four mayors have been in the spotlight. The event has become a highlight of Cooroy calendar and is informative as well as being a great social night. The tradition continues this year with mayor Tony Wellington on Tuesday 1 August, at the Cooroy Hotel. Dinner with the Mayor commences at 5.45pm for a 6pm start and is held in a private dining room. During the evening Cr Wellington will give an update on the Noosa region. Tickets include a delicious threecourse meal and a lucky door prize ticket and are $40 for members of the chamber and $45 for non-members. Bookings and payments can be made securely online at www.trybooking.com or via email at bookings@cooroy.com.au. â&#x2014;?

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TIGHTENING BELTS TO VICTORY Three kilos off the average Queenslander is all it could take to help lighten the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s burgeoning overweight and obesity crisis, according to an Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) study. Research from the AIHW Australian Burden of Disease Study showed that 14 per cent of the total disease burden could be avoided if the average body mass dropped slightly. Experts believe that dropping just one BMI point, equal to loosing around three kilograms for a person of average height, would be enough to reduce the health impact of obesity. Cancer Council Queensland CEO Chris McMillan said maintaining a healthy weight played a vital role in improving long-term health and happiness for all Queenslanders. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sixty-four per cent of Queensland adults are overweight or obese,â&#x20AC;? Ms McMillan said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Losing a few kilos is achievable for the majority of adults through a healthy diet and regular exercise. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Overweight and obesity affects both your short and long-term health and strongly increases the risk of chronic diseases and some cancers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;More than 11 types of cancers are linked to overweight and obesity, including bowel and breast cancer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;On average, Australian adults are classified as being overweight if their BMI was greater than 25.00 but less than 29.99. Adults were classified as being obese if their BMI was 30.00 or more.â&#x20AC;? Ms McMillan said that unhealthy lifestyle choices were contributing to the obesity crisis. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We know that excess weight is often the result of unhealthy eating habits and lack of exercise. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Excess intake of kilojoules and sugar, including the consumption of sugary drinks, and portion sizes play a role in overweight and obesity in Queensland,â&#x20AC;? Ms McMillan said.

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Up the protein (meat, seafood, eggs) Each meal should include a protein source, a fat source and low-carb vegetables. Constructing your meals in this way will automatically bring your carb intake into the recommended range of 20-50 grams per day.This has been shown to boost metabolism by 80 to 100 calories per day. High protein diets can also reduce obsessive thoughts about food â&#x2014;?

Lift weights three times a week. This prevents your metabolism from slowing down, which is a common side-effect of losing weight. If lifting weights is not an option for you, then doing some easier cardio workouts like running, jogging, swimming or walking will suffice. â&#x2014;?

Snuck on a few winter kilos? Most people don't really know that they are overweight. As a guideline, men's waistlines should be under 94cm and a woman's under 80cm to be in a healthy range. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To help maintain a healthy weight, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important that people consume a diet that is low in sugar, salts, saturated fats and processed meats, and is high in fibre with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also vital to offset excess kilojoules through regular exercise. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Along with all of us taking personal responsibility to ensure a healthy diet, community organisations and governments also have a role to play in reversing these trends. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Strategies including a sugary drink tax, banning soft drinks in vending machines, particularly in areas associated with children, and restricting soft drink marketing are all actions that would help curb the obesity crisis. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Unfortunately not enough Queenslanders are offsetting extra kilojoules

from unhealthy food and drink choices with adequate exercise either, resulting in overweight and obesity.â&#x20AC;? One third of all cancers are preventable through healthy lifestyle changes, including maintaining a healthy weight, eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, limiting alcohol, quitting smoking and staying SunSmart. The Australian National Health and Medical Research Council clinical practice guidelines for management of overweight and obesity lists BMI and waist circumference as the routine measures for identifying overweight and obesity. When used together, BMI and waist circumference are considered to give good estimates of body fat percentage and to improve the predictability of obesity-related health risks. â&#x2014;?

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FOCUS ON … Taxaxation and financial advice

REASONABLE CLAIMS DON’T NEED TRAIL Those expenses you don’t have receipts for can still be claimed if they’re legitimate.

Etax.com.au senior tax manager Liz Russell said common items might be claimed without a receipt: · Membership or union fees that could be itemised on a PAYG summary; · Fuel and petrol usage as long as the number of workrelated kilometres travelled can be demonstrated; · Computer items there is a credit card statement showing the purchase and perhaps a photo of the packaging; · Stationery items if there is a credit card statement and a note next to the purchase record.

Ms Russell said bank statements and Bpay statements would also usually be accepted by the ATO when making deductions. “The expense must be allowable. This means you must actually be eligible to claim it based on your occupation and you haven’t already been reimbursed by your employer,” she said. “If a purchase contains some items you’re allowed to claim and some that you can’t, having some sort of way to distinguish between the two is a must.”

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Many Aussies are thinking about collecting receipts and other records to help them get a handy refund. Receipts are the easiest way to satisfy the Australian Taxation Office that a deduction is real, but there are some deductions where receipts are unnecessary or impossible to get. The ATO understands this but tax payers do need to prove how they calculated all their deductions, usually with some form of written evidence or bank statements. Home office usage, work-related car expenses and uniform costs are among the deductions that don’t always require receipts. People can claim work-related deductions totalling up to $300 without receipts, but Assistant Commissioner Kath Anderson said some taxpayers incorrectly believed they could make this standard $300 claim even if they didn’t spend it. “You must have actually spent the money, and be able to show us how you worked out your deduction if asked,” she said. “We are watching out for those standard deductions because it’s coming through as a theme in a lot of our audits. When we ask them about it they don’t have the ability to back it up. “It’s about having a record of your calculations.” This did not mean that your work-related uniform deductions required a list of every single wash, but you would need to show a reasonable calculation to justify your claim, Ms Anderson said. The ATO considers a reasonable deduction for workrelated laundry claims is $1 per load if it’s only work-related clothing and 50c if it’s a mixture. For home office expenses, the ATO allows a fixed rate of 45c per hour for those working from home or they can keep a diary of the actual costs.

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DEDUCTIONS MUST ADD UP - OR ELSE these items but you must use a reasonable basis to calculate your expenses,” Ms Anderson said. “You can’t claim the cost of purchasing or laundering plain clothing, such as black pants or white shirts, or clothing that doesn’t meet the above requirements even if your employer requires you to wear them.”

Higher-than-expected tax deductions relating to cars, travel, clothing, internet and mobile phones, and self-education expenses are among the top claims the tax man will be keeping a close eye on this tax time. Each year the Australian Taxation Office targets work-related expense deductions due to the large value of claims made by the majority of more than 13 million Australians lodging tax returns every year. “While larger than usual claims might be legitimate, it may cause the ATO to ask further questions and check with your employer.”

SELF-EDUCATION Claims for self-education expenses - which amount to about $2 billion annually - must be related to current employment, not future or desired employment. “You cannot claim a deduction for courses that do not have a strong connection with your current employment or a course that might help you get new employment - even if it is your dream job,” Ms Anderson said. “You might be able to claim a deduction for work-related education expenses if your studies directly relate to your current job, such as upgrading your qualifications or improving specific skills.”

CAR EXPENSES The most common work-related expense claims are for car expenses, which amount to more than $8 billion in claims each year. The ATO says trips between home and work cannot be claimed unless your home was a base of employment and you were required to travel to a different workplace to work for the same employer.

TRAVEL - MEALS AND ACCOMMODATION More than $2 billion of work-related travel expenses are claimed each year. Taxpayers can only claim costs for accommodation and meals if they are required to work away from home overnight, and petrol and parking for their car for work trips. “You can’t claim a deduction for any private component of work-related travel,”

Don’t get into trouble with unsubstantiated deductions. Ms Anderson said. “Receiving an allowance from your employer does not automatically entitle you to a deduction. If you receive a travel allowance amount on your payment summary you must declare it as income, and you can only claim for the expenses you actually incur.”

INTERNET AND MOBILE PHONE Taxpayers are not entitled to claim mobile phone and internet use that is for private purposes. The ATO will focus on the apportionment between private and work use. “We allow a claim of up to $50 for work-related mobile phone and internet use without the need to provide detailed records,”

Ms Anderson said. “However, you still need to be able to demonstrate that you spent the money and were required to incur these costs for your job.”

CLOTHING “A lot of people are claiming for their work clothes when they aren’t meant to be,” Ms Anderson said. “You may be entitled to claim a deduction for work clothing if you purchased it and it is uniform, such as those with company logos and protective gear. “Basically, it must be clothing that would not be worn outside the workplace. “You can also claim the cost of laundering

HOME OFFICE AND WORK EQUIPMENT Each year more than $7 billion in home office costs and tools, equipment and other assets are claimed. Deductions for tools, equipment or other assets can only be made if they are used to earn income. Accessories such as a bag used specifically for work to transport a laptop, papers or other work-related items in doing your job can be claimed. ●

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Discover the pioneer past of Cooroy township on a Heritage Walk led by Phil McGrath on Saturday 29 July as part of Noosa Alive. The walk will leave from the Heritage Centre 17 Emerald Street, Cooroy, at 1pm.

Last Thursday volunteers from Noosa Bush Beach and Creek Care could hardly believe it was the middle of winter when they visited Alexandria Bay in Noosa National Park for their regular weeding morning. As well as the normal invasive weeds such as gloriosa and asparagus, there was some prickly pear, which is listed as a class two pest plant. The group is seeking other community minded people who are interested in gardening and would like to help their local bushcare group return some degraded areas to their former glory. To be involved, contact Noosa Council who will direct them to a group near them.

FRIDAY FORUM Excessive nutrient levels in freshwater, estuaries or the ocean can have adverse impacts on public health, the environment and the economy. Environmental regulation has seen increasingly strict limits placed on industry and water authorities for the discharge of nutrients to receiving waters. In 2006, the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority applied strict limits to water discharge levels from nearby prawn farms, causing scientists and engineers to direct their efforts to creating better technologies. In 2016, MBD Energy’s innovative bioremediation technology applied to Pacific Reef Fisheries’ operations proved that nutrient compliance criteria could be reliably met. The MBD technology has added advantages in that it uses low energy and creates low emissions, as well as producing a potentially valuable algal biomass. Howard Rose, a retired engineer will explain these innovative technologies and their potential application to Australia’s water industry at Noosa Parks Association’s Friday Environment Forum on 28 July. Be part of the audience from 10.30am until 12.15pm to hear more. Coffee is on offer from 10am, and to join the Interpretive Birding group, meet Valda in the car park at 8.30am. All are welcome. Visit www.noosaparks.org.au for more.

NOOSA’S WALLUM FESTIVAL NICA’s Wallum Festival from 25-27 August promises something for everyone. Keynote speaker at the Wallum Festival dinner on Saturday 26 August will be Lawrie Smith who will discuss Design with Nature. Lawrie is well known in landscaping and garden design circles. His history includes the original

WEEKLY ROSTER FOR MEALS ON WHEELS Weekly roster for Tewantin- Noosa Meals on Wheels for the week Monday 31 July to Friday 4 August. Monday drivers: Helen and John, Marie, Margaret and Mick, Andrew, Anne and Phil, Dough and Claudia, Margaret and Michelle. Kitchen: Len, Stephen, Teresa. Tuesday drivers: Val and Kath, Liz, Driver needed run C, Margaret and Jill, Tony and Kim, Maidie and Terry, Carley. Kitchen: Ashleigh, Jo, Susanne, Christine, Mark. Wednesday drivers: Des and Ian, Maryellen and Leon, Gary, Victor, Jan and Bryan, Lee and Stuart, Barbara and Gerard. Kitchen: Sandy, Jerry, Elfie, Judi. Thursday drivers: Driver needed run A, Lesley, Anne, Victor, Bev and Tony, Wendy, Nina. Kitchen: Lois, Christine, Elfie, John. Friday drivers: Barry, Therese, Peter, Driver needed run D, Lynne and Kay, Bryan and Terry, Rosalie and Jack. Kitchen: Sandy, Elfie, Mark, Neville. If you are unavailable or can do an extra run, phone the kitchen on 5449 7659. 40 NOOSA TODAY

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Roma Street Gardens in Brisbane where he used Australian native plants to create a riot of colour and texture. He was also involved with the design of the Maroochy Bushland Botanic Gardens. His career has included public and private gardens in Australia and overseas and his passion is using local native plants. Local gardeners, landscapers and garden designers are welcome to attend the dinner at the River Deck Restaurant from 6pm. To book phone Stephanie on 54459 8118.

MARKET DAY FUND-RAISER Tewantin Uniting Church will hold its Market Day at the church, corner Poinciana Avenue and Werin Street on Saturday 29 July from 8am to noon. There will be stalls galore, trash and treasure, homemade treats, morning tea, sausage sizzle and some great bargains.

CANCER COUNCIL QUEENSLAND NOOSA BRANCH The next meeting will be held on 8 August at Leisure Centre opposite library at 10am. The council would love to see some new members to help with fund-raising. Phone Kathi on 0418 488 067. Daffodil Day will be on 24 August. There will also be a fund-raiser fashion parade at Hibiscus retirement resort, St Andrews Drive, Tewantin, with clothes from Blue Ivy Tewantin on Friday 1 September at 9.30am for a 10am start. Cost is $20pp includes champagne on arrival and a light lunch. Phone Jan on 0400 651 959 for inquiries.

TEWANTIN NOOSA GARDEN CLUB The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa Garden Club will be held on Monday 14 August. The club meets on the second Monday of each month (except December and January) for a 1.30pm start at the Catholic Church Hall, 5 Moorindil Street, Tewantin. August Guest Speaker is Jonathon Drury from Rocky Point Mulching, Topic: “Improving your garden with Rocky Point Products”. Visitors are most welcome. Contact Helen Brown on 0402 107 716.

GROWING HAPPY, HEALTHY BRAINS EDUCATIVE TALKS Ever wonder what’s going on inside your child’s brain? Join us for an interactive workshop on how best to support your child’s growing brain and amazing life potential on Friday 28 July - Growing Healthy, Happy Brains, everyone welcome, child friendly and children supervised at Noosa Family Chiropractic,

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Bush carers were working at Alexandria Bay last week. Phone 5329 6500 or visit https://www.noosa. qld.gov.au/bushland-care-program ● 220 Edwards Street, Sunshine Beach. Phone 5474 8338 to book.

ITEMS NEEDED FOR SANTA’S CLASSY HELPERS A mammoth garage sale is planned by local charity Santa’s Classy Helpers for Saturday 26 August at Good Shepherd Lutheran College on Eumundi Road and they are looking for as many items as possible to ensure the day is a success. Over 300 local needy families benefit each Christmas from the charity’s year-round fund-raising. In December, they will be given pyjamas, outfits and toys for the children, tinned, packaged and bottled food for the whole family along with cleaning and hygiene products and fresh fruit and vegetables. Small items can be left at Classy Lady in Gibson Road, Noosaville, or for larger items contact Lorraine or Chris at Classy Lady, Gympie Terrace on 5449 7599.

CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Christian Fellowship of Noosa will meet, as always each Sunday, in the CWA Hall, next door to the Tewantin Post Office, ay 9.30am. This week on 30 July, Kevin Brewer will speak on “Christ, our Role Model”. To learn more about us, visit www.christianfellowshipnoosa.com or simply ring Tony on 5474 0620.

U3A NOOSA TALKS Program: Friday 28 July: USC Monthly Talk: Dr Karen Sutherland - Social Media approaches by Australian not-for-profit organisations. Friday 4 August: Alan Roberts: Armchair Travel - Tibet Friday 11 August: Dr Les Hall and Bat Rescue Inc.: The challenges of managing the bat population. Full details available on U3A website at www.u3anoosa.org.au or phone 5440 5500.

THURSDAY GIRLS Thursday girls will hold their next Ladies Lunch at Lazy River Bar and Bistro 3/271 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville, on Thursday 27 July at 12.30pm. Cost $35pp. Our monthly fund-raising events help in the provision of financial support to students of low income families in the nine Noosa Shire State Schools thereby giving them access to optional, educationally desirable school programs and activities. For further information and bookings, contact Di Kirby on 5474 1184 or email brian.dianne2@bigpond.com

NOOSA ORCHID SOCIETY The Noosa Orchid Society meets at 1pm at the Tinbeerwah hall, corner Sunrise Road and Noosa Cooroy Road, Tinbeerwah on the

The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa RSL Women’s Auxillary will be held on Friday 4 August at 10am. Anyone interested in attending our lunch at the Appollonian Hotel on Tuesday 25 July, be at the RSL at 10.45am. Cost is $25. All members and friends are welcome. Phone Kay on 5447 5042.

TEWANTIN NOOSA GARDEN CLUB The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa Garden Club will be held on Monday 14 August. The club meets on the second Monday of each month (except December and January) for a 1.30pm start at the Catholic Church Hall, 5 Moorindil Street. Tewantin. August Guest Speaker is Jonathon Drury from Rocky Point Mulching, topic is “Improving your garden with Rocky Point Products”. Visitors are most welcome. Phone Helen Brown on 0402 107 716.

PERMACULTURE NOOSA Permaculture Noosa monthly meetings are held at Cooroy State School hall, 59 Elm Street, Cooroy, on the third Thursday of each month. Doors open at 5.30pm when healthy and tasty low cost meals will be available before the meeting. A market takes place where we share surplus home grown produce and plants by giving, exchanging or selling. Entry is a gold coin donation for non-members. The meeting begins at 6.30pm and the night is complete with a “bring a plate” shared supper at 8pm. This month on 20 July, our main speaker, Nell Azuri of the Citizen’s Climate Change Lobby will explain “How Ordinary People can address Climate Change”. All are welcome.

JOIN A CAPELLA CHOIR Spiritsong A Cappella choir are currently singing Tomas Luis de Victoria’s O Magnum Mysterium Mass and Motet as well as pieces by John Goss, Beethoven, Purcell and Tomkins. If you would like to join Spiritsong, emailandrewjemmet@gmail.com or phone 5474 1498. Spiritsong sings in Tewantin on Wednesday evenings.

PIPE BAND SEEKS MEMBERS The Noosa and District Pipe Band meets at Navy Cadets Hall in the Sports Complex McKinnon Drive Tewantin every Thursday from 5.30-7.30pm and on Sundays from 9.30-11.30am. New members are welcome, with or without experience. Phone Allan on 0414 410 684 for further information.

IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH Want to improve your health? Inner Light Healing Group meet Mondays from 9.30am at Cooroy CWA hall. Professional health practitioners volunteer to help you. Activities include psychic readings, reiki, spirit art readings and massage. Phone Jenny on 5442 8246 for information.

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AROUND THE GROUNDS NOOSA TIGERS Noosa Tigers Special Needs AFL team took the field during the Noosa Tigers home game against the Maroochydore Roos on Saturday 15 July. Local individuals living with a disability have been training all season for their final game on the weekend. Noosa Tigers president Rob Purves coordinates the program which has run for three years with the help of volunteers from the Noosa Football Club and Sunshine Butterflies which are also sponsors along with Tribal Sport. Noosa Tigers general manager Mitch Woods said it had been a very successful program for the community and Noosa Tigers players love getting involved. Parent Gloria Bearne said her son Greig loved the program. “He gains confidence, enjoys being active and gets to hang out with his friends," she said. The Special Needs team was cheered onto the field for their half time game and team captains Joel Adin and Matthew Fox did an amazing job leading their team-mates through the game. For more information contact Sunshine Butterflies on 5470 2830 or email admin@sunshinebutterflies.com.au ●

NOOSA GOLF TUESDAY There were 201 players in the Single Stableford Tuesday Club competition on 18 July. Scratch rating (M) 71.0 Winners - A Grade: Shane Taylor 40 c/b, Wayne Mallett 40, Tony Giles, Michael O’Connor 39 c/b. B Grade: Geoff Cohen 41, Craig Strudwick 40 c/b, Anthony Jedynak 40, Shaun Pyne 39 c/b. C Grade: Peter Turnbull 43, Roderick McLaurin 42, John Hughes 41, Christopher Rowlinson 40. Place Getters: John Morton, Barry De Lacy, Richard Bell-Booth, Brian Holmes, Peter O’Brien, Robert Upham 39 c/b, Sam Irwin 39, Raymond Waters, Terry Fitzgerald, Mark Tickle, Mark Buskley, Jason Toohey, Clark Plasier, Brett Clarke, Bruce Howden, Mark O’Brien 38 c/b, Aldo Zuzza 38, Gary Wood, Warren Daniel, John Osmaston 37 c/b. Nearest to Pin - A Grade: Derek Connolly, Mark O’Brien, Neil Cole, Raymond Waters. B Grade: Chris Misios, Rob Rossow, Graham Dacombe, Anthony Jedynak. C Grade: Aldo Zuzza, Bruce Howden, Peter Gilligan, Michael Donnelly. SATURDAY There were 212 players in the Saturday Two Person Ambrose competition. Scratch rating (M) 71.0 Overall winners: Daniel Staples and Sam Irwin 55.25, John Lapidge and Michael Nassereddin 59.25, Paul Neate and Bradly Graham 62.25, Warren Brewer and Rick Beattie 62.75. Place Getters: Jonathan Cherry and Drew McMenamin 61.5, Evan Millar and Mark Howarth 63 c/b, Rex Achurch and Rodney Vaughan 63, Peter Croasdaile and Glenn Heath 63.25, Tony Carabetta and Scott Hamlin 63.5, Rodney Gillard and Trevor Payne 64 c/b, Garry Peters and Garry Drummong-Gower 64, Thomas Loveridge and Peter Anderson 64.25,

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Results for the single stableford played on Saturday 22 July at Noosa Par 3 golf course. A Grade winner: Jill Jones 37, runner-up: Darren Simmonds 36; B Grade winner: Mary Hitchin 42, runner-up: Gwen Whitehead 41 (2 way countback). NTP: 3rd David Croucher, 5th Zane Jesberg, 11th Kim Gunness, 16th Nik Lesic, 17th Lea Bell. Ball Run Down: Wanee Tann 41, Ross Melrose 40, Tony Ho 40, David Francis 37, Michael Smith 37, Anne Gallen 36, David Stokes 36, Pam Walker 36, John Gray 36. Members Draw: Richard Poutu. Draw for Par: David Francis (Unsuccessful). ●

NOOSA CROQUET Round 11 of the long 16-round season was played this week in the Shield competition. Noosa 1 travelled to Bribie Island to play against the Bribie Breezes, officially known as Bribie 1. The home team won the day 60 hoops to Noosa 52, assisted materially in receiving 11 free turns over the 10 matches played. The individual match scores with Noosa shown first: Conceding two free turns, Belinda Anstock lost to Jan McNee 2:7; Joan Cordell defeated Jan Rees 7:4 while conceding one free turn and won her reverse singles 7:3, again giving up a free turn. Despite conceding two free turns to Jan Rees, Belinda only lost her second singles 4:5. Isobell McConnell, giving away one free turn in each of her matches, defeated Lyn Beh 7:2 but lost to Jan Sampson 4:7. Cher Boyd beat Lyn Beh 6:5 but lost to Jan Sampson 1:7. In the doubles Belinda and Joan lost to the two Jans 8:10 while Isobell and Cher fell to Jan Sampson and Lyn Beh 6:10. A tough morning after a long road trip. Noosa 2 played Nambour 2 at Noosa and only gave away a net of three extra turns. Noosa 2 enjoyed a good win (seven matches to three) and 67 hoops to 45. Susan Powley lost to Barry Lancaster 4:7 but won against Vicki Lawrence 7:2. Wolfgang Bredenfelt overwhelmed his opponents scoring a 7:0 win over Vicki Lawrence and 7:1 victory over Barry Lancaster. Julie Terry won over Judy Starr 7:5 and over Val Smith7:6. Ted Sayers lost to Val Smith 5:7 and to Judy Starr 5:7. Noosa took command in both doubles with Susan and Wolfgang defeating Barry and Vicki 10:4 and Julie and Ted up 8:6 in the second doubles. Noosa 2 remains on top of the ladder with five rounds remaining. ●

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NOOSA DOLPHINS UNDER 9 Noosa White 35 defeated by Maroochydore 40 With players out due to injury and having extra players from other Under 9 Noosa teams, the Noosa Whites Under 9s truly portrayed the meaning of teamwork. From being three tries behind early in the game, they slowly clawed their way back, working together to ensure that the spectators were not disappointed. In the second half it was try for try, with the forwards providing clean ball for the backs to capitalise on, but sadly Maroochydore tore through Noosa’s defence in the last minutes of the game. Fins 55 defeated Grammar 15 Wilkie, Ethan and James worked like Trojans to secure clean ball in a convincing win against a valiant Grammar side. With a player of the day hard to pick, it was Sarena who worked her way over the line securing valuable yards forward and working tirelessly to ensure the Fins had plenty of ball. Domino's Player of the Week was Sarena Manssen. UNDER 13 Noosa Dolphins 12 defeated Grammar 10

Under 9 Blue Bailey over the try line. This was a much anticipated first versus second clash and a big test for the boys to build on for the future. In the first half, Noosa had to dig deep in defence as Grammar pressed hard for most of it deep within Dolphins' territory but only managed to take a 5-0 lead into half-time. In the second half the boys regrouped, claimed more possession and started to find more space to attack. Two tries from Josh Whitehill put Noosa into the lead and the only conversion of the game, from Jarrah Charlesworth, proved crucial to the final score and sealed another win for Noosa that kept up their 100 per cent record for the season. ●

PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT BY TRACI HOZIER NOOSA JUNIOR RUGBY UNDER 7 Caloundra was the opposition on a beautiful day for footy. With a full side this week and only one game, the boys were ready to play. An aspect to training lately has been learning to run onto the ball when it’s passed to you and all the practice has made perfect with all the boys proving hard to tackle. Defensively, the players have practiced working as a team and today they all stepped up. It was a really great team effort, possibly the best of the year, but for scoring his first ever tries Axel took home the player of the match award. UNDER 9 BLUE Noosa dusted off the first week back and ventured down to Caloundra for one of the first games of the day. After a great training Thursday put on by coach Matt, the boys were raring to put it into practice and team spirit was at an all time high.

Sam led the boys onto the field as today’s captain and they hit the ground running with Bailey over the line in the first few minutes of the game and Caloundra knew we were ready to play. Lachie put on the DH shirt with pride and drove the ball out to FR to set up the boys with solid runs forward to see Cooper steam over the try line for two and Bailey for another. Rhy and Clancy were standouts in driving the ball up the field with solid runs and a try for Rhy in the second half. Captain Sam took a sneaky ball over the line in the corner and a big thank you to Cooper Payne who filled in for us today and added a try to our tally. A big welcome back to Tait who has been much missed and we are glad to have you back on the field. Another great game to watch and a hard one to single out a man of the match when the whole team was in sync. Rhy took out man of the match for his solid runs with a mention to the rest of the team for the integral part they played in a great game. ●

PYJAMA DAY FUN AT GROUNDS BY BEK PETRIE NOOSA JUNIOR SOCCER A fun day had by all as players celebrated Pyjama Day - donating to a great cause helping children less fortunate. The Under 6 team was ready to go and very excited to play in their pyjamas winning the game 5-2. Everyone played fantastic, really communicating with each other and making some great passes. Well done to Myles for kicking all five goals but a huge congratulations goes to Eli for his fantastic job in goals, giving him Player of the Match. Congratulations to the Under 7 Gold team for their 5-1 victory against the Palmwood Highlanders. Special mention to Nate who used his powerful boot to score three times for the team, and to Ryan C and Connor for also helping to securing Noosa’s win. Players

of the week went to Zain and Byron for their impressive tactical play. Great game for Under 9 Black who played a tight game against Buderim Tornadoes only just missing out on the win with a 4-3 score. Congratulations Iggie who received Player of the Match and to Storm who also received a voucher. This weekend, U10 Noosa Black had a home game against Palmwoods. Word on the street was that the Palmwoods team consisted of three representative players but the Under 10 Noosa Black team were not deterred. The final score was a draw with one goal apiece. The Under 10 Noosa Black team should be proud of their commitment and their excellent display of sportsmanship this week. Well done, team! ●

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LIFE OF BRINE

PHIL JARRATT

FAREWELL

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LARRIKIN We shot a lot of great footage of Joe Larkin about 18 months ago for our film, Men of Wood and Foam, but my favourite grab - and the one that gets the best audience reaction - is when Joey is talking about nonexistent health and safety in the surfboard workplace back in the day. He adopts that trademark old rascal grin (one that was never far away) and says: “How we’re not all dead already beats me! Must have been the saltwater cleaned us out, eh?” Joe’s words were all the more poignant because close friends knew that he had just decided to pull the pin on his cancer treatments and “let nature take its course”. And now, his passing last week doesn’t make it any less sad for those who knew and loved this wonderful character of Australian surfing. Earlier this year, when I drove down to Cabarita to show him the finished film, Joe was dozing in his chair with a paperback on his lap, out the front of his beloved Besser Block “shed”, his mobility scooter with the fringe on top at the ready to whisk him down to the Cabby pub to share the memory of a beer with old mates. But he didn’t have to. I’d brought a couple with me and I uncapped them as we went inside to watch the film.

Of course, Joey barely touched his - just having one in his hand was enough - and I noticed when we got to the Midget Farrelly bit - Midget had passed just a few months earlier - he teared up a little. There was an unspoken moment between us. How we’re not all dead already beats me! And then the grin was back, and he laughed out loud when Scotty Dillon complained he couldn’t get a beer in the nursing home. Joe was born in Harbord (or “Hardboard”, as the old carpenter pronounced it) in 1933. When the Freshwater headland became a military training area at the start of the Second War, he befriended a young soldier who gave “Little Joe” his Hawaiian-style redwood surfboard when he went off to battle. The soldier never came back, and Joe had his first board at age nine. In the late 1940s Joe turned his carpentry skills to the production of plywood toothpicks, and in the 1950s he was in the vanguard of Sydney surfboard production as it transitioned from toothpicks to hollow okanuis to balsa and finally foam. When Barry Bennett opened a factory in the garage of his home, Joe worked alongside him while mentoring a teenaged Midget, but his best work of the early years was done alongside Bill Clymer in Manly, where some of the finest examples of pre-

Mal Sutherland’s famous shot of Joe Larkin at work at the Kirra factory, durrie on the go. foam surfboards were produced. Joey always claimed he was a craftsman first and a surfer second, but in the late 1950s he was one of Sydney’s better surfers, as he proved when he finished a creditable third in the 1958 Wanderers Rally at Avalon. Surfing at Fairy Bower also created a bond between him and Bob Evans, Australian surfing’s first entrepreneur. When Evo decided to make movies, Joe became his sidekick in operating an 8mm movie camera that neither of them knew much about. Joe’s first solo assignment was to film Duke Kahanamoku’s triumphant return to Freshwater in 1956, which he shot from start to finish with the lens cap still on. By 1961, however, Joe was proficient enough to film Dave Jackman’s famous conquering of the Queenscliff Bombora. The early ‘60s also saw Joe - ahead of the pack once again - move north to the long point breaks and the surfboard-starved masses of Queensland, setting up shop at Kirra for the first time under his own name. Joe Larkin Surfboards became famous for its quality product, but more importantly in Joe’s eyes, the company mentored many of Australia’s future stars of surf and shaping bay. Terry Fitzgerald learnt his chops

alongside Joe at Kirra, and later he not only taught the first Coolie Kids - MP, PT, Bugs, Andy Mac - about surfboard design (“by letting them just go for it!”), but often drove them as far as Bells to compete. Modest and self-effacing to a fault, Joey never sought the limelight, but few people made bigger contributions to surfboard design and surfing itself in those pioneer years. I remember Joe telling me about judging the controversial final of the first ever world championships at Manly in 1964. When the final hooter sounded, Joe tallied his scores and found he had Hawaii’s Joey Cabell ahead of Midget Farrelly, but before the judges could hand their sheets in, head judge Phil Edwards, then considered the greatest surfer in the world, told them to mark Cabell down for consistently dropping in. Joey said: “I’d never heard of dropping in! We all shared waves, but this was Phil Edwards, and I was just a bloke from Hardboard, so what are you gonna do!” Date claimer: Put it in your diary now! The big Noosa launch party for Life of Brine (the book) is on at Halse Lodge from 6pm on Thursday, 10 August. Film, chat and live music from the Freqs Shannon and OJ. More info next week. ● 12352455-LB20-17

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