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TWO DOUBLE PASSES UP FOR GRABS

It's Easter and traditionally the last chance to catch a bit of sunshine and beach activity before winter.

There's so much happening at The J these school holidays, so to celebrate Noosa Today is giving away a double pass to each of these two fantastic events. In Control, local elite dancers from the Neo Vida Dance Company will impress audiences with their soulful modern dance sequences as they explore what we do to take control (more in What's On). Or witness hilarious comedy, incredible circus stunts and tricks that are out of this world at the Comedy Circus Stunt Show. In this family friendly comedy show, stunt man Joel will climb inside a balloon, juggle chainsaws, squeeze through a toilet seat and ride a ginormous unicycle. The show will also feature mind blowing magic and a lie detecting chicken. For your chance to win a double pass, simply email your name, phone number, and which show you would like to see, to newsdesk@noosatoday.com.au. The winners will be announced on Tuesday, April 3. ●

The weather forecast is for a few showers but with any luck Noosa will work its magic to bring a little sunshine into the week or two ahead. These holidays will also be the last couple of weeks to walk the normal pathway along Park Road before work begins on the new boardwalk and the road is reduced to one lane, so make the most of it. There are plenty of school holiday activities organised around Noosa beaches and the hinterland. And while everyone is taking a

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THE FEED Add a little spice to your weekly routine, with coverage of local venues and a little bit of home cooking to try, all on pages 36-38.

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BATON PASSES TO HUGE APPLAUSE BY MARGARET MACCOLL It was a patriotic Noosa that filled the streets and Noosa Main Beach on Monday afternoon as the 2018 Commonwealth Games Queen's Baton Relay travelled through the region. Residents and tourists lined the baton route waving flags and cheering as the baton bearers and cavalcade went past. There was a heavy police presence

Jordan Mercer is surrounded by children as she carries the baton to Noosa Heads Surf Club. Photo: Rob Maccoll

but their friendly manner added to the celebratory atmosphere. When the baton reached Noosa Main Beach baton bearers Emma Snowsill and Jordan Mercer were joined by well wishes running alongside. The baton will now be heading toward the Gold Coast for the opening of the Commonwealth Games next Wednesday 4 April. ●

Crowds line the beach to see the baton go past.

The baton is carried along Gympie Terrace, Noosaville.

Baton changeover on Hastings Street.

GROUPS EXPAND IN SURF CLUB BATTLE BY MARGARET MACCOLL Two weeks ago representatives from five Peregian community organisations met, agreeing to "work together to develop a community engagement strategy that will explore community expectations about the future of life saving at Peregian Beach". The meeting brought together Peregian Family and Friends Association (PFaFA), Peregian Beach's Community and Businesss Associations, Peregian Beach Community House and Peregian Springs Residents Association. On Saturday morning another newly formed group, Peregian Beach Surf Club inc, held its first committee meeting and sign on for lifesavers and nippers. The new group, which met at Peregian Beach Community House, has been set up by former Noosa Surf Club members. It aims to reopen Peregian's current clubhouse in September to provide lifesaving and a nippers program. The group's goal is to enlist 100 local lifesavers either through transfer from another lifesaving club or training and begin operation after obtaining Surf Life Saving Queensland accreditation. Club president and former Noosa SLSC deputy director of lifesaving Rob Neely

said community members had come out in droves with 27 signing up for the new nippers program. Just a block from where the group met on Saturday members of PFaFA set up a meet and greet stall at the Peregian Village market to sign on its own supporters and collect contributions towards the consultation process. PFaFA spokeswoman Leigh McCready said their aim was to inform the community on the group's progress and community consultation."PFaFA do not have a formal position on the future location, income streams or timeline for a fully operational surf club, we are waiting to hear what the community have to say prior to forming any official position on the way to move forward," she said. The group signed up 50 new members and have so far raised $5000 towards the consultation and aim to raise $10,000. A second consultation meeting is set down for 14 April to discuss which tools to use to best collect the views of the community. The Peregian Beach Surf Club group will be holding more sign-on days on 13 April with a BBQ in the Peregian Beach Village park and at the Peregian Beach Community House on 28 April. ●

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COVER STORY Darryl Munck gets ready to test a Nauticycle. Photo: Rob Maccoll.

BLIND AMBITION BY MARGARET MACCOLL

ow many blind people in Noosa are riding bicycles, kayaking, rock wall climbing and even driving cars? If you said none you'd be wrong. A group of local vision impaired and blind people are changing public expectations of how blind people should behave and led by Darryl Munck are "getting out of the house" and "enjoying the outdoors". About six months ago and having struggled with depression Darryl became aware that he wasn't alone, that depression was a condition not uncommon amongst visionimpaired people, and research backed that up. A British study published in the American Academy of Ophthalmology found people with visual impairment were more likely to experience problems performing activities

which in turn leads to depression. It sparked in Darryl the idea to broaden his experiences and help people in his situation to do the same. "I thought how do we get to everyone," he said. So he went online. A Meet Ups website - Vision impaired Sunny Coasters, family, friends, supporters was established and within a few months a group formed who have since been exploring activities, including driving. "I had an idea to get vision impaired people accepted in the community," Darryl said. "A lot of people don't come across a blind person their whole life." "I got on to the small businesses and said how do you feel about a group of vision-impaired people coming along." Darryl' request has met with positive responses from local businesses and generally a single query. "Most just say how can we do it," he said.

Over the past few months Darryl and his group have been road testing various activities. "The first thing we did was double kayak with Kayak Noosa," he said. "Then I went to Abseil Noosa. "They were prepared to give us a go. "They also wanted to know, how can we do this? "Then I contacted Roadcraft Driver Training Centre and they said how can we do this." After trying it himself Darryl is working on getting a group together for a Vision Impaired (VIP) driving experience. "It was fantastic," he said. "It's a normal car. A driving instructor sits beside you. He has dual controls. You're on a track, not on a public road. He says a little bit left, a little bit right, slow down now, you're coming to a hill.

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Free riding on the river. Working though the challenges that arise, whether it's accommodating mobility needs or using more auditory services were steps in the process. For Darryl living with vision impairment has been a lifelong experience. He grew up in a family with vision impairment. His mother, brother and sister were vision impaired and he was born with a hereditary illness, retinitis pigmentosa. When he was a boy he had tunnel vision which he describes as like looking through a pin hole. His reduced vision didn't prevent him having a regular childhood. "You just ran into a lot more things than other kids," he said. Darryl's condition is progressive and for the past 15 years he has been totally blind. It has meant he is frequently dependent on others, something that can be difficult to accept and requires a lot of trust. "I have to give over total trust," he said. "But I have to feel safe. If I don't trust someone I'll say no." For Darryl and many vision impaired people the dependence and difficulties result in them avoiding contact and getting stuck at home on their own and can put them on a path of mental health issues

Riding solo gives vision impaired locals a chance to ride alone. such as depression. It happened to Darryl but with the help of mental health service STEPS Group Australia he now regards himself as a person in recovery. He said STEPS had helped support and empower him to be more involved in the community and now Darryl is helping others. "I feel like I'm helping people, helping others to get out there and hopefully not go down the road I went down," he said.

Having accomplished a range of tasks to date they are searching for more adventures as they embrace life in their own way. "We just try things that blind people aren't supposed to - just enjoy the outdoors." On Tuesday 10 April a group of VIPs will be getting behind the wheel, some for the very first time, to embark on a driving experience at the Roadcraft Driver Training Centre. â&#x2014;?

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"It's like driving off into blackness." After some driving around the track they tried the short fast run. "It's done in a safe, controlled environment," he said. "We got up to 80-90km then slammed on the brakes. You could feel it skidding. "It gets the adrenalin flowing - you're doing something different. It's not in our comfort zone. "The instructor said he felt so good after it. It gave him a big kick to see the smiles on our faces." I caught up with five members of the group on Noosa River foreshore as they were about to give Nauticycles Noosa a try. They walked along the Noosa River foreshore with their white canes to guide them and someone to provide direction. Each was slightly apprehensive but determined to take to the river solo on the cycle-powered boats. On this occasion it was Nauticycles Noosa owner Marc Van der Vegt who initiated the experience. Marc had seen Darryl and his tandembicycle co-rider Phil stopping off at Sandbar coffee shop on Gympie Terrace and offered them a Nauticycle ride. "I thought this would be such a safe way for Darryl to have a go being in control of the bike for a change," Marc said. "Darryl came back a few weeks later and took me up on the offer, He loved it so much we thought we should offer this to some other people that Darryl knows in the same situation. "My interest in this is to give the cyclists an experience they will remember with a great sense of freedom." Once at Nauticycles the group folded their canes away and with a little guidance climbed on the bikes and rode off on the river. Each one was accompanied by a spotter who rode alongside to call out directions. Darryl and the group have a wider ambition to bring blind tourism to Noosa. "There's a hundred thousand of us in Australia and international companies organise holidays for vision impaired people," he said. "Noosa has so much to offer." Former councillor Russell Green is working with Darryl and the group as they explore tourist opportunities in Noosa. Russell now director of RG Strategic provides clients with expertise to navigate toward achieving their goals "There's potentially a good opportunity to provide tourist opportunities that are delivered in a different way," he said. Russell said to cater to the niche market it was a matter of determining how others needed to experience an activity.

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SALON HIGHLIGHTED ON THE NATIONAL STAGE

Hop on a free holiday bus this Easter from Good Friday, 30 March to 8 April. Buses will be free on five local TransLink bus routes: 626, 627, 628, 629, 632 as well as a temporary service, route 064 between Peregian Beach and Noosa Heads. The Boreen Point Flexilink service and Noosa Council Cabs services will also be free during this time. Timetables are available at www.translink.com.au or call 13 12 30 anytime. ●

IMMUNISATION RATES RISE Sunshine Coast Primary Health Network (PHN) has released immunisation rates for children which show a second consecutive rise in fully immunised children across every age group for 20162017. PHN chair Dr Peter Dobson said the number of children immunised had risen to 93.3 per cent, up from 91.6 per cent last year. Dr Dobson said that while this improvement is welcome, rates need to be as high as 95 per cent to provide community-wide protection. “In our region we are still seeing pockets of preventable diseases such as whooping cough and measles putting vulnerable members of our community at risk,” he said. ●

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Surrender Dorothy Hair Salon are very pleased they decided to enter the Loreal Colour Trophy in February after becoming a Queensland finalist in the competition. Salon owner Louise Turton said 260 salons entered and from that 10 finalists including Surrender Dorothy were selected. "The judges are from all over Australia and are winners of hairdresser of the year," Louis said. All of the finalists are featured in the April edition of Marie Claire magazine in its Hair Trends 2018 booklet. The model appearing in the magazine showcasing her stunning hair is the salon apprentice Lexi. "She has dark hair naturally and we used Loreal colour to create a natural Balayage using three colours," Louise said. "We wanted Lexi to look like a natural red head using colour." Louise said the recognition was "super exciting for a salon in Noosa". "The Loreal colour Trophy is based on real hair that clients will love," she said. "This salon is all about community and creating hair to match your face shape, skin tone and lifestyle. "We are so pleased to be showcased in a national magazine". ●

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LIFESTYLE FOR TECH HEADS Noosa Council is hoping to lure tech workers and digital entrepreneurs to its Peregian Beach Digital Hub with the attraction of Noosa's enviable lifestyle, surfing beaches, popular national park, restaurants and cafes, closeness to the Sunshine Coast Airport and warm climate. The Hub is due to open in May and is calling for tenants such as technology entrepreneurs that are looking to employ local software developers, designers and other technologists. Digital Hub director Chris Boden, former Lonely Planet innovation head and founder of Create Noosa, said it was the lifestyle of Noosa that attracted he and his family from Silicon Valley in the US. Chris will be providing entrepreneurial support to tenants of the Hub which has as its brief to host mentoring and skills development programs to "help build Noosa's technology talent and foster a culture of collaboration and collegial support". Council officers said there had been a lot of interest in the hub and a high demand was expected for tenders for tenancies and registration. The building is designed to accommodate a mix of technology enterprises occupying their own private space as well as individual technologists or small teams wanting to co-work in a shared office space environment. The tender closes Tuesday 17 April. For more information visit www.peregianhub.com.au. â&#x2014;?

HEALTH PLAN FOR AGEING NOOSA SHIRE Noosa Council aims to extend its role in the delivery of health services by setting up a reference group to design a Health and Wellbeing Plan for the shire. Council's public health responsibilities include licensing and inspecting food premises and managing disease-carrying pests such as mosquitoes, but through the plan it will be looking at other ways to effect health and wellbeing efforts and obtain state and federal government funding. The reference group is to be chaired by Councillor Ingrid Jackson and made up of state health department and agency representatives plus Council staff, academics and community groups who will draft the plan. "The reference group will assess how current national and state health strategies are meeting Noosa's needs and how we might either influence those strategies or plug any gaps," she said. "With a median age 10 years older than the state's, Noosa's health needs may differ considerably from those of other parts of Queensland." Council aims to establish the reference group next month and present a draft Health and Wellbeing Plan to the community for feedback in September. â&#x2014;?

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EGG-CELLENT EASTER FUN It was a fun day at Peregian Beach Community Kindergarten on Sunday when they celebrated Easter with an egg hunt, activities for the children, tasty treats and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Kindy director Carmel Desjardins said the event was a major fundraiser and a way to bring the community into the kindy to showcase the centre. Carmel said the event also allowed families to come together to enjoy themselves. â&#x2014;?

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CREATING BUSH BABIES A teacher, university lecturer, wildlife specialist and horticultural enthusiasts has set up a bush playgroup at Sunshine Beach State School on Tuesday mornings that is drawing pre-schoolers and their families from across Noosa. "We get down and dirty with a variety of activities each week," teacher Bec Kennett said. "We've made succulent planters wrapped in paper bark, natural teepees and so much more," she said. "Our team work together to provide a fun filled environmentally charged journey each week that families will remember way into the future." The Sunshine Bush Playgroup team includes Bec, environmental science lecturer Di Seels, bird lover and nature specialist Bob Carey and horticulture specialists Anika and Stephen. noosatoday.com.au

Some kids just want to play with the worms in the worm bath or create clay creations while other like to sit under the fruit trees with volunteer Bob Carey and listen to his stories about plants and animals. "It is all about connecting with each other and the environment around us. I feel the more we get out and just be, then, that's what great memories are made of," Di Seels said. One mum said the playgroup was the highlight of her son's week. The playgroup is free and open to all families with under school age children. For further information call Bec Kennett on 5474 6333. â&#x2014;?

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BIG THINGS FOLLOWER

VACCINE LETS COELIACS EAT GLUTEN

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The idea of researching oversized kitsch like The Big Pineapple started out as a joke for Dr Amy Clarke but the topic quickly grabbed attention and has become a serious research project for the University of the Sunshine Coast historian. Her research has uncovered more than 500 Big Things built across Australia and Queensland leads the way with 155, proudly beating NSW with 149. Surprisingly, these objects which Amy first thought to be products of the 1970s and 1980s when their popularity peaked first appeared in the 1950s and are still being built today. There have been 13 constructed in Queensland in the 1910s. But researching the objects had become problematic with little official information available as many of the big things were built "on the sly" almost as weekend projects without council approval. "Normally with architecture you have names of the builder and plans lodged with council," she said. Some have been purpose built to attract tourist attention and others, including the Big Pelican on the Noosa River foreshore had former uses such as parade floats. Amy last week told Noosa U3A guests how much communities treasured their big things. Despite many of them being made of flimsy construction suggestions over the years to demolish deteriorating items have

Dr Amy Clarke talks to U3A Noosa about Big Things. been met with public outcry, she said. When the Big Pineapple at Woombye came under threat a few years ago community demand led to the tourist attraction being heritage-listed by the state government

The research has raised many questions about the character of communities, the value of heritage items and how to define a big thing. Amy plans to compile her research into a book to appeal to all readers. ●

USC's Clinical Trials Centre last Friday launched a clinical trial of a new vaccine that aims to switching off the immune response to gluten for coeliac disease sufferers. Coeliac disease is a serious chronic medical condition in which the ingestion of gluten, even in small amounts, leads to an immune response that causes damage to the small intestine. Currently, the only way to manage the disease is by the strict avoidance of gluten in the diet. USC's Clinical Trials Centre Director Lucas Litewka said the investigational vaccine would be given to adult trial participants as an injection twice a week for seven weeks. He said the trial would be conducted alongside gastroenterologist Dr James Daveson. Dr Daveson said a gluten-free diet was exceptionally demanding for patients, expensive and difficult to maintain as gluten was used extensively in modern food production. He said the vaccine might potentially restore gluten tolerance in coeliac disease sufferers. For more information visit www.joinourtrials.com or phone 5456 3797. ●

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What is your name? Land & Sea Brewery What is your business? What do you like most about your business? We are a brewery promoting the idyllic lifestyle of Noosa Heads, having a keen interest in the craft beer scene. All our beers are light and easy drinking and perfect after a Noosa day. We also wanted to create a space that allows people in the community to come together in a casual environment, learn about and drink great beer. What makes your business stand out in Noosa? There are a lot of incredible bars on the Sunshine Coast and that's what I love about the region as a whole, as long as you have passion and belief in your brand and product then I think people resonate with that. All the businesses on the coast have their unique point of difference and we recommend people just come and give us a try.

What was your first job? My job background is in design, branding and creating the feel of a product. The fact that our product is beer, makes it all the more fun. What is your favourite dish at the moment? We are known for our famous ribs, they are slow cooked in our in house BBQ Sauce then flash fried in seasoned flour and Dressed in sticky sauce to serve, comes with our ranch. What do you like most about living in Noosa? Living simply, exploring the hinterlands, surfing the points, working hard.; We are craftsmen. We apply a quiet, thought out, scientific approach to creating our beer, yet we always leave room for creativity and the unknown. Like any adventure you have to leave a little to chance. It's the only way to create something unique and memorable. We do no filtering and use no process aids at all. It's the purest beer can be, just four ingredients. ●

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mindful and creative space Take some time out to relax, reset and re-energise in our mindful and creative space. Enjoy our workshops including, watercolour, macramé, essential oils, complimentary yoga and much more. There’s even bliss ball making workshops for the kids! Tuesday 3rd — Sunday 29th April located near the food court entrance, opposite Heritage Bank. Please note some workshops require booking, and a $5 donation. 100% of proceeds will benefit the Waves of Wellness Foundation.

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IT’S NONE OF OUR BUSINESS BUT …

WHAT ARE THE RULES HERE? Tim Fielding found himself behind a group of cyclists about noon on Saturday as he drove along winding Sunrise Road, Tinbeerwah. His question was how do you drive in this situation? ●

Blue dragon on Sunshine Beach.

BEWARE THE BLUE BEAUTY Numerous pretty little "Blue Dragons" recently washed up at Sunshine Beach and local resident David Stinson snapped this shot of one. These are part of a group called Nudibranchia with the name of Glaucus Atlanticus, although looking cute and innocent, be careful if you pick one up, you may be in for an unpleasant surprise. Check them out on Google. ●

Now at 306A/90 Goodchap St, Noosaville, Qld 4566 Find us behind the Noosaville Child Care Centre near Noosa Radiology. Beautiful new premises created by New Generation Noosa Builders. Thank you James and Guy for their professional services and for doing such a great job.

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THE BOLTON REPORT

SANDY BOLTON, NOOSA MP

BULLYING - IT’S A HOT TOPIC ALL AROUND Earlier this month we celebrated the National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence. However, I feel it appropriate we start to tackle an aspect of bullying that for too long has not been spoken about, adult bullying. In my Maiden Speech last month in Parliament I spoke of the need for bickering and poor behaviour in the political realm to stop. As politicians, we need to lead. How can we expect our school children to stop bullying behaviour, when the lead-by-example is not evident? I also followed this up with a Question on Notice to the Premier last week, asking Ms Palaszczuk, to advise of the learnings and initiatives that are available to improve productivity and behaviour in the Chamber. In the last month alone I have seen multiple examples on Facebook and elsewhere with targeting of individuals and organisations in the name of ‘advocating’ and/or ‘public information’. Regardless of the label, when you name names, it’s bullying. It impacts our people and our community through creating divisions, the loss of collaboration and solution building. One of our greatest assets in Noosa are those that selflessly give of their time - our volunteers. Working towards a resolution through credible lobbying and negotiations, as well offering solutions, is always the favourable course of action. It’s pleasing to see Local Government supporting initiatives regarding cyber bullying, and the realm of appropriate discourse on and off line with the hashtag #pledgenot2sledge. The Queensland Anti-Cyberbullying

Sandy Bolton. Taskforce held its first meeting last week and submissions are now open at www.qld.gov.au/ cyberbullyingtaskforce and close June 1, 2018. Between Local and State leaders taking a stand together, with the help of communities, we can make an enormous difference to this scourge. Recently I was asked why as an MP I do not takes ‘sides’ on issues. This is very simple. I was elected to represent the Noosa community in state issues in Parliament. Making comment

on local and Federal government issues, saying what I do or do not support, or taking a personal stance forward as a community stance is inappropriate, divisive and not conducive to good outcomes. We live in a community with many diverse perspective and perceptions. These should be embraced, as that is both interesting and ensures that we move forward in a creative and innovative space to source solutions.

Good informed discussion is productive and fruitful. Communication, collaboration and respect for diversity of thought is our way forward and will demonstrate that Noosa is a leader in the most important of ways - maintaining the culture needed for us to achieve in our collective and individual endeavours, and set a wonderful example to next generation. #togetherwecan ●

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SUPPORTER CLUB WINS THROUGH and our involvement and support for community organizations will definitely continue," said club Manager Anton Mogg. The success of the recent Beach Party of the Year, held on Noosas Main Beach was a great indication of what can be achieved within our community when organisations such as the Noosa Festival of Surf and the Surf Club combine their resources for the benefit others. Well done to the two groups. â&#x2014;?

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At the Annual Clubs Queensland black tie dinner held to recognize outstanding achievements by clubs throughout Queensland, the Noosa Surf Club, the support arm of Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving came home with one of the major awards of the evening, The Best Club on the Sunshine Coast. In Brisbane's Centennial Hall where the function was attended by some one thousand guests, the atmosphere was electric. Their attendance gave a broad representation to all aspects of club life; and above all the opportunity to publically recognize the hard work and dedication that goes into the successful running of these clubs. Board of Directors Chairman for the Noosa Club Ian Young said, "The award was well received and is a great achievement. Led by club manager Anton Mogg and ably supported by assistant manager Les Evans and staff, it goes to show that our support of not only our local lifesaving club but other organisations within our community has been acknowledged. So on behalf of our board many thanks to Moggie, our staff and our supporters." ''With renovations about to commence we will be looking to another great year

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LETTERS

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

BRING BACK SKIPPY I am well aware it takes all kinds to make the world go round but it doesn’t seem that long ago when we were content with seeing paid actors and actresses at the movies and on TV playing deceitful, abusive and disrespectful bullies. Some were so good at it the public in certain cases never forgave these villains, but then there were those who voted for them to receive awards because of their talents and acting ability. It didn’t take long for the TV moguls to realise they could create reality shows where there was plenty of contestants only too willing to show millions of viewers they could fill those categories by just being themselves. The TV screens are now filled daily with promotional snippets of these contestants proudly showing their distasteful characters just to entice viewers to sit through the evening watching and waiting to again see what has been already shown during the day. And some perhaps for weeks in advance. I doubt if there are many viewers who take much notice of the adverts put on by the companies who are paying for this type of show. We are not forced to watch the shows but along with young who are easily influenced have to put up with these daily promotions put on at every opportunity from dawn to dusk. Changing channels only gives you the same from a rival station but with a different format. Don’t be surprised if we see a bit of “how’s your father“ at the Commonwealth Games. Where are you Skippy? E Wright Sunrise Beach

DIETARY EVIDENCE I write to respond to the epistle from the parallel universe of veganism. Am I to assume that the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition does not exist there? Your correspondent asked for credible evidence that a vegan lifestyle is unhealthy. This can be found in the aforementioned journal. For example, in relation to micronutrients; Vitamin D in preschool children, was one eighth of the recommended daily intake, serum alkaline phosphatase values were elevated, mild iron deficiency existed in a quarter of the subjects, and serum cholesterol an important nutrient in cell membrane formation was low. These findings, and there are more, indicated that careful planning is required for vegan diets in children. This is not a fanciful statement! At the other end of life osteoporosis is a common chronic condition associated with progressive loss of bone mineral density

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The longer they lived on the river and through newer generations they would have learnt the importance of having a minimal impact on the natural resources to make sure the resource was plentiful into the future - as evidenced by Mr Clarey's stories about the development of the beam trawlers' nets and systems over the years. Something the original inhabitants of our beautiful river knew only too well, having cared for and thrived in for thousands of years. The white man’s impact in less than 200 years is pitiful in comparison. It is one of the reasons there is a “bring back the fish project" in the first place and which has caused all this hullabaloo. While Mr Clarey is demanding an apology on behalf of his family and those of the original fishing families from Mr Gloster maybe he could man up himself and publicly apologise to what is left of our local Indigenous community on behalf of those pioneering families. That would truly show character and maybe then he might get the apology he deserves from Mr Gloster and the respect from the wider local community not just from those with an axe to grind. Andrew Anderson Noosaville

LENSCAPE

Feeding time at the water’s edge. Andrew McCarthy captured this picture of pelicans hoping for a for a morsel. Have you snapped a great shot? Send it to us at newsdesk@noosatoday.com. au and it might be featured as our next Lenscape. (BMD) and compromised bone strength, with increasing risk of fracture over time. Vegetarian diets have been shown to contain lower amounts of calcium, vitamin D, vitamin B-12, protein, and n-3 (omega-3) fatty acids, all of which have important roles in maintaining bone health. With an ageing population this is a concern and is likely to become a costly tsunami. Sarcopenia (muscle wasting in the aged) a further complication of low protein intake and ageing adds to my concerns. Other scientific journals, eg Global Food Security Vol 14, 2017 challenge the contribution of grass-fed cattle to global warming and indicate that they are in fact a carbon sink. I am happy that individuals, such as your correspondent, are committed vegans. My commitment is to responsible animal management, access to grass-fed meat, grown locally and the reopening of an ethical meat processing plant at a local facility. The 2020 Dietary Guideline, developed by the US department of Agriculture is now calling for scientific input, not before time. You only have to look around you to see the disastrous outcomes evident in the obesity epidemic and the escalating rates of cancer, all nutrition based. This has been a concern to the US Congress. And yes, they do affect us as we adopt them for use in Australia. Vanessa Gregory Noosa

LOSS OF BECKER HELICOPTERS I have to say I am in agreement with others who have written in about the loss of Becker Helicotpers due to noise complaints by a few. Dr Spence states in his letter that noise pollution can cause various health problems e.g. stress, depression, hearing loss. Whereas I fully agree with him on that account, I wonder what he would do if he lived, as I do, in an area inhabited by varying numbers of flying foxes (up to half a million), who were not here when we purchased our property. Not only do they screech all day, and then return early in the morning waking us up, there is

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constant pollution associated with the mess and smell. When the bats are at their worst we can be inside with the windows closed and the TV on and we can still hear them, so that our mayor suggested we might get double glazing! We cannot just say “your lease is up and not being renewed - move on”. We have helicopters flying over to the hospital, and personally I would prefer the noise of helicopters - at least we know they will soon pass. Norah Lilley Tewantin

APOLOGY CALL TO FIRST NATIONS So Mr Clarey put his petition to council to try to highlight that his relatives and colleagues, local prawn trawlers, were not responsible for the destruction of the local oyster reefs. The real issue here is one of pedantry and personal affront. Mr Clarey has taken umbrage at Mr Gloster publicly stating that the prawn trawlers were one of the causes of the destruction of the oyster reefs. The petition was about demanding an apology for this specific issue, which anyone with a passing interest in this issue could easily see that Mr Gloster was incorrect. In relation to the prawn trawlers ONLY. Mr Clarey hasn’t done himself any justice by not acknowledging the fishing industry's role in depleting the natural fish stocks and destruction of the oyster reefs all those years ago. This is made very clear in Dr Thurston’s report that exploitation of the fish stocks has occurred for well over a century. For people now to be mentioning the pioneering fishing families as conservationists is laughable. No-one is suggesting that these original settlers and fishing families were not incredibly hard-working and resourceful. But just like the early timber cutters they completely plundered the natural resources around them, not to mention the abhorrent treatment of the local Indigenous population. Conservation and sustainability would not have been concepts they understood, nor words in their vocabularies.

CHAIRLIFT TO OVERCOME TRAFFIC I visualised a potential solution to our traffic congestion in the Hastings Street region and would like to put it out there for others to comment on. As we blindlessly continue to promote Noosa, the matter will only worsen. Council needs to find the balance to allowing developing estates/events and charging those developers for infrastructure growth to accommodate it. One house can introduce six cars into the area. One global event can introduce 6000. We seem to be focused on solutions via the road system which, once implemented, if it fails we still have traffic jams. Whether we go the concept of buses, paid parking, multistorey car parks, our problem still resides with cars. Why not lift our heads up and seek a solution via the air? We can’t go underground due to the water table but we can place a chairlift to convey pedestrians from their cars into the area. This gives more car space for hotel guests, freight, resident owners and emergency vehicles. By developing a three level car park in the Noosa Junction already existing council car park, from this ride-on point, tourists, surfers, shoppers and staff can be conveyed into the area, leaving their cars at the Junction. In turn Noosa Junction traders seek more activity in the area and this ‘get on point’ would encourage that. The chairlift could convey passengers from the Junction over Noosa Hill and down into Hastings street shouldering the Lions Park where their ‘lay down’ point meets the bus depot or a station in the current Lions Park Car Bay. When an international student comes to stay with me the first place of introduction is the Bay. As we drive through the Junction I take them up over the hill and it’s at that Reef Hotel point you hear them gasp at the beautiful vista ahead. Visitors choose Noosa Bay as it’s safer than our ocean beaches to swim in. Ratepayers could receive a specified yearly ticket and the concept could be automated, requiring little staff just regular maintenance. It’s a complementary, clean manner oif transporting people through our area without the damage of car pollution. Jen Oakley Noosaville noosatoday.com.au

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41 Jacksonia Place, Noosaville In an elevated position on a lovely tree-lined street within a quiet & friendly neighbourhood, this immaculately presented home has all your boxes ticked. From the welcoming front entry of this contemporary single level home & every step throughout, you can see this is a meticulously maintained property. You will enjoy the spacious open plan living zone with soaring ceilings, the neutral colour palate & HDV\ FDUH ODUJH IRUPDW WLOHG ÂżRRU And you will love the modern kitchen with CaesarStone bench tops, 900mm oven and large pantry perfectly positioned for entertaining. You will appreciate the peace and privacy of a master suite well away from childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s or guest bedrooms, a study tucked into the hallway to the master, white plantation shutters adorning bedroom windows, and an oversized garage with gleaming HSR[\ ÂżRRULQJ

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46 Elanda Street, Sunshine Beach Owned by the one family since 1966, 46 Elanda holds the highest position in the street & once commanded 360 degree views of the ocean & district.

A couple of hundred metres stroll to the beach & surf club, less to the shops & restaurants that have made Sunshine Beach one of the most desirable locations in Noosa to live, this is prime investment grade real estate. One of only a handful of houses in Sunshine Beach when built in 1970, it is a large solid brick construction with an over-sized double garage on WKH JURXQG ÂżRRU DQG EHGURRPV ZLWK EDWKURRP and kitchenette behind.

Retaining its character all these years, it is a classic 1970s style home & in near original presentation. A remarkable step back in time, this home has not just been owned by the one family, it is part of the family, and a little part of Sunshine Beach history. But now the decision is made, the home must be sold at auction or before. Zoned for duplex redevelopment, it offers an array of exciting options to its new owners. 5HQRYDWH WR FUHDWH D PDJQLÂžFHQW KRPH * Renovate to split into two apartments * Rebuild as new contemporary duplex or home

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Equestrian Estate

20 Grevillia Lane, Noosa Hinterland Located just 12 minutes from Noosaville & 5 minutes from the picturesque Noosa hinterland town of Cooroy, the 15 acre Grevillea Park is one of the best horse properties in Noosa today.

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Position, space, privately located in a peaceful pocket of Doonan situated in the Old Golden Triangle. Perched high at the end of a cul-de-sac is this stunning two year old contemporary light filled Queenslander set on a level platform with verandahs on four sides designed to catch the beautiful views and cooling breezes. Revel in the 160sqm dream shed with views, a breeze through and room for caravan, boat, multiple cars and workshop. Inclusive of a high-pitched insulated roof. Engineered to a high standard, 3-phase power, own bathroom

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NEW LANDMARK PRESENCE THERE is a new player on the block in Noosa Junction, and they have lifted the bar on the on local building standards. Formerly based in Sunshine Beach, Aspire Property Management’s new headquarters is now at 10 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Junction, on the old Westpac building site. The site has been totally reconstructed, with extensive renovations inside and out. The Aspire Building, designed by architect Andrew Bock and build by St Andrews Constructions, incorporates generous use of glazing and natural timbers. The result is a fresh, contemporary design that raises the bar on building standards in Noosa Junction. Owner Dave Langdon from Aspire said the previous building design had some issues, particularly in relation to an awkward ramp-way entry that was removed as it limited optimal street frontage. “Sunshine Beach Road provides us with such a high-profile location and street exposure; we are already getting a lot more interest in our property management services,” Mr Langdon said. “By backing our vision and investing properly in good design we wanted to show what is possible. “The days of Noosa Junction being a semi-forgotten second cousin to Hastings Street are now officially over.” The building will house Aspire Property Management as its anchor tenant, with the major benefit for clients and suppliers being off-street parking underneath the building. Other tenants include Global Journeys online travel agency, relocating from Noosaville and existing long-term tenants on the second level, Noosa Yoga Centre, OD on Movement Performance Centre and Noosa Tutoring Centre.

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Aspire Property Management's new headquarters are at Noosa Junction. According to Aspire Holidays manager, Michal Svoboda, the move to Noosa Junction has been a good one for Aspire. “While our office at Sunshine Beach served us well, our new office has much better exposure and access and a more central position for our owners, guests and tenants,” he said. “We are getting a lot of walk-ins and the new-look building is generating a lot of buzz around town which is great to see. “We are very confident that our office move will be a positive step forward as

we continue to service the needs of our clients.” Aspire specialises in holiday, residential and commercial property management and are the quiet achievers on the block, quietly growing a portfolio over the past seven years that equals other well-known agencies in town. The new-look Aspire Building is a fresh addition to Noosa’s architectural streetscape and a statement of architectural excellence in Noosa Junction.

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THE value of rural primary production land on the Sunshine Coast has jumped by more than 30 per cent in the past two years. Newly-released land valuations showed significant increases rural land values in various parts of Queensland. Properties in the Maranoa in the state’s south west increased in value by 59.6 per cent while in Far North Queensland’s Douglas values increase by 47 per cent. Queensland Valuer-General, Neil Bray, said the new land valuations echoed the spur in economic activity and a continued level of optimism that surrounded rural land markets during 2017. “This increase in rural land values can be attributed to the continued effects of strengthened beef prices and low interest rates, which have generally resulted in increases in Queensland’s rural property markets,” Mr Bray said. “Increases in rural values have generally occurred throughout the majority of areas revalued in 2018. “There were significant increases in rural land sales across Maranoa, Goondiwindi and Sunshine Coast, Murweh and Douglas shires.” No change in land value was made in the Fraser Coast and Gladstone council areas, and values in Bulloo and Paroo in south-west Queensland increased by just 2.7 and 3.5 per cent respectively. ●

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HUGE POTENTIAL ON 10 USEABLE ACRES - 2 MINS TO EUMUNDI

There is a LOT of infrastructure to this property situated on the eastern side of the Bruce Hwy just 2 minutes from the bustling market town of Eumundi and 20 mins to Noosa. Captivating views overlooking the entire property paired with easy access to your own private 10 acres of useable land make this property a must see. Main features include: • Additional high clearance double bay carport to main house

• The semi detached self contained studio is weathertex clad with open living 2 bed, 1 bath & kitchen

• The whole property is fully fenced and gated

• Undercover entertainment area breezeway between studio and main house

• There are 3 spring fed dams, the largest is approx 6 metres deep

• 3 bay remote roller door shed on slab, 3 bay high clearance carport on slab, 3 stables & tack room • 2nd power box at the northern end of the property for future additional self contained dwelling

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• Main house is rendered brick 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 living, modern kitchen and study

• In-ground iberglass pool & pump shed

• A good water quality bore services all the external taps to the property • The majority of the property is cleared and offers a variety of grasses suitable for horses • The far south eastern paddock has a 2 bay shelter overlooking the training yard • Hobby Farm, Aquaculture, Horses, BMX or Trail Bike tracks… take your pick!

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HINTERLAND VIEWS TO DIE FOR NESTLED in the Noosa hinterland among rolling green hills is Grevillea Park Equestrian Estate, one of the best local horse properties on the market. This picturesque property offers the ultimate in country living, within easy reach of some of the Australia’s best beaches. The custom-built residence is absolutely opulent, and includes two selfcontained studio apartments for extended family, an additional income stream or a separate downstairs master bedroom and home office. From the polished bullnose granite stairs that separate the elevated kitchen from the formal living areas, through to the inlaid marble detail in the floor tiles that define the dining and entrance areas, to the stained-glass features in the front door, this home has been meticulously designed to the highest of standards for its exacting owners. The home is set upon 15 acres, featuring seven pasture-improved paddocks with horse-safe flexor fencing, strategically-located double shelters and automatic water troughs. No expense has been spared on equestrian infrastructure, including a premium Olympic-sized arena built to the highest engineering standard with flood lights for night riding; a round yard; and five European-style hardwoodlined stables with a mezzanine floor for storage, a large tack room, horse

crush for veterinary services, separate machinery room, 10kW of solar and threephase power at the stables, house and garage. The property is set up with everything you need to make life on the land enjoyable. Surrounded by native gardens, a productive orchard with lemon, lime, mandarin, fig, banana, custard apples, passionfruit and mango trees, established shade trees and perfectly manicured lawn, the extraordinary home has a commanding position atop a ridgeline, enjoying views of Mount Cooroy, Mount Tinbeerwah, Mount Eerwah and Lake Macdonald. This grand estate is just a 12-minutes drive from Noosaville’s restaurants, Gympie Terrace shopping and the Noosa River, and five minutes from Cooroy and the Bruce Highway. ●

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LOCAL TALENTS CREATE UNIQUE LIFESTYLE HOW do you create a stunning suite of homes inspired by the beauty of its unique site in Noosa? You commission the best local architects and designers to bring their unique vision to the master-planned project. Two of the Sunshine Coast and Noosa’s most experienced and awarded architectural firms, along with a leading interior designer, have combined their collective experience to create Parkridge Noosa. The design brief was to create a prestigious modern-living destination, reflecting the Noosa lifestyle and the breath-taking natural surroundings, Maroochydore’s Blackburne Jackson director Rohan Jackson said. “We wanted to create a relationship between building elements and the site environs which would be reinforced through a selection of natural textures and finishes,” he said. “Ultimately we’ve tried to capture the outstanding natural elements that make the location so special. “For example the Lake Weyba view will be constantly changing in response to weather conditions and the moon patterns, there’s also the long-distance views to the hinterland, the fauna sounds of the national park as well as the setting sun which marks the close of the day as shadows lengthen and light fades. “The sloping nature of the site’s topography has enabled our architects to distribute the different apartment stock in a tiered or levelled fashion that

LOCAL VISION: Rohan Jackson, Brooke Marsh and Dan Sparks are the faces behind Parkridge Noosa's architecture and design. enables commanding views to the lake to be captured from most parts of the development.” From high-level inclusions within apartments, to the recreational facilities, open spaces and cafe and the prominent landscape spaces that tie the entire precinct to the park surroundings, Mr Jackson said the architectural design answered modern lifestyle expectations. Parkridge is set among outstanding natural beauty, including the pristine white sands of Lake Weyba that inspired interior design concepts. “The aesthetic is quintessentially Noosa,” interior designer Brooke Marsh said.

“We pay homage to Noosa’s light, bright, balmy days and its relaxed energy. “This coupled with the close proximity to Noosa’s beaches led us to a relaxed yet elegant, beachy interior of soft greys, whites, light timbers and stone textures. “The use of stone, timber and warm greys against a classic white backdrop result in elegant spaces that acknowledge the site surrounds while providing a clean base to which residents can add their own personal touch.” Peregian Beach-based architect Dan Sparks, responsible for the design of the Parkridge villas, was inspired by the organic forms, textures and colours of ‘found objects’ within a coastal

environment such as sea shells, driftwood and pebbles. “They (the villas) also pay a respectful nod to traditional beach house vernacular with their simple skillion roofs and fibre cement cladding - albeit in a more refined way,” he said. “This philosophy is embraced for both exterior and interior elements of the design and results in a sophisticated yet casual and undeniable coast aesthetic and ambience.” See the vision for yourself at the Parkridge Noosa display suite, which is open from 10am to 2pm daily. Learn more at www.parkridgenoosa. com. ●

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RATES STING IN PROPERTY PRICE JUMP? BY TESSA MAPSTONE What is your land value? THE new land valuation data can be access online at qld.gov.au/ landvaluation, along with a new online tool helping landowners better understand their valuation and local property market. The valuation list can also be viewed at Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy business centres and local government offices during normal business hours until 5 June. Landowners who believe their valuation is incorrect can lodge an objection online, via post at the address shown at the top of their valuation, or by phoning 1300 664 217 for an information kit. Objection notices must be submitted by 8 May. ●

service provision and to ensure Council financial sustainability. “The differential rating structure used to levy general rates regulates property valuation increases.” Mr Shave said differential general rating used by local government was not a perfect science, but was structured as equitably as possible for rate-payers. “Usually with property valuation changes there are winners and losers within each rating category, and council always looks to minimise impacts where

possible,” Mr Shave said. Landowners in the Sunshine Coast Council area will find out how their increased land values (up by 10.4 per cent for median price across the shire) in July when the first rates notices for the 2018/19 financial year will be issued. A spokesperson for Sunshine Coast Council said the majority of ratepayers pay the minimum general rate, and their rates category would not change as a result of the revised valuations. ●

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20 Grevillia Lane

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20 Grevillia Lane

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Mid $900,000's

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$535,000

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11.00am - 11.45am 11 Pennant Court

4 2 2

$769,000

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12.00pm - 12.45pm 102 Ridgeview Drive

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$749,000

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Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0418 712 600

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By Negotiation

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Informal Tender

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11.00am - 11.30am 26/1 Quamby Pl

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Wednesday 4th April

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NOOSA’S land valuations have jumped by more than 11 per cent in two years, but ratepayers will have to wait until the new financial year to see what impact it will have on their rates bill. Queensland’s Valuer-General Neil Bray recently released the 2018 land valuations, in which he described a 13.7 per cent average rise in median land value across the shire as a minor increase. “Residential values have risen in all coastal and hinterland centres, while some commercial and industrial lands increased, and the rural residential and primary production markets increased, reflecting the demand for hinterland properties,” Mr Bray said. “Some localities, such as Peregian Beach and Castaways Beach, reflected moderate increases in median values due to the demand for well-located coastal properties with the median value of residential land in Peregian Beach rising from $295,000 to $340,000.” That’s a 15.3 per cent jump, the highest in the Noosa council area. Statutory land valuations are used to establish council rates, state land and rental tax. Noosa Council Corporate Services director Michael Shave said council staff would use the new valuations to conduct rates modelling, determining new rate-inthe-dollar and minimum general rate levels for each category. “For approximately 70 per cent of Noosa properties on the minimum general rate, property valuation increases won’t result in an automatic rate increase,” Mr Shave said. “Council determines what overall rate increase is required each year during the budget process based on the cost of

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IT IS not the tallest mountain in the world, nor even the tallest in Australia, but fewer people get to the summit of Tasmania's Federation Peak than the summit of Mt Everest. Yet an intrepid team set out to summit the peak - described by Sir Edmund Hillary as "Australia's only real mountain" - during the wettest winter on record. "Occasionally an idea comes to you, and you have no choice but to pursue it," one-time city-slicker, now Tassie mountain guide and filmmaker, Andy Szollosi said. "It refuses to disappear. "No matter how terrifying, irrational or ludicrous it may seem - there is nothing for it, but to begin." That is just what he, along with climbers Mark Savage and Mick Wright and film team Simon Bischoff, Dan Haley and Olivia Page, did. The plan was to ascend the most aesthetic line on Federation Peak. For most rock climbers, there are enough deterrents about this route to rule out a summer ascent, when conditions are relatively favourable. The rock is loose, gear placements are limited, the route description is vague and the tough alpine vegetation that hangs onto the rock face with death defying resilience creates a whole new set of problems for the climber to negotiate. To attempt to scale Federation Peak in winter, when the storms of Tasmania's notorious south west blow in with full force, and the rock face is saturated (or frozen),

may appear purely idiotic. Yet, for this team of misfits, this trip was the adventure of a lifetime. Mark Savage had already attempted the route in winter 24 years previously. In 1992, as a young man with much confidence and perhaps not so much experience, he went out to Federation Peak with the idea of climbing Blade Ridge, and failed miserably. Perhaps it was this experience that led him to predict a "less than 1% chance of successfully climbing the Blade". Winter on the Blade is one of six inspiring adventure films screening at The J on April 20 when the world's most prestigious mountain film festival - the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour comes to town. It promises to be a night of short stories that prove life is what you make it, festival director Jemima Robinson said. "These films prove there is still a lot of space on our big planet for new expeditions, unclimbed peaks, unknown destinations, and true adventure," she said. "We all carry crazy dreams of walking, riding, or skiing across the world; this festival lets us meet the people who make theirs happen." Whether cycling across 43 countries paddling a hand-made canoe down the Ecuadorian Amazon, or climbing Tasmania's notorious Federation Peak in winter - Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour stories are chosen to celebrate more than outdoor exploration. They also celebrate the characterbuilding that adventure inevitably sparks: inner explorations of mateship, trust, and how we value one another and our world. Banff Mountain Film Festival will have you will be planning your next adventure before the credits roll. 2018 Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour screens at The J on April 20, 7pm. Tickets at thej.com.au

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GIG GUIDE Thursday 29 March Tewantin Noosa RSL 6pm The Goran Sedlar Duo Cooroy RSL 7.30pm Jason Fichera Tewantin Noosa Bowls Club 6.30pm Sue Matthews Peregian Beach Hotel 6pm The Famo's Friday 30 March Rococo 6.30pm Renae Suttie Saturday 31 March Tewantin Noosa RSL 8pm The Tom Jones Tribute Show Peregian Beach Hotel 3pm Tango Rose The Imperial Hotel Eumundi 12pm The Brown Trouts Rococo 6.30pm Renae Suttie Sunday 1 April The Imperial Hotel Eumundi 2pm Benny O Peregian Beach Hotel 3pm The Elsoms & Co Villa Noosa 12pm Benji Monday 2 April Rococo 6.30pm Renae Suttie Wednesday 4 April The Imperial Hotel Eumundi 7pm Hunker in the Bunker Jam Night

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LISTEN You will remember The Fratellis for their 2006 debut album, Costello Music, with loveable tunes like Chelsea Dagger and Flathead. Now, two-and-a-half years after releasing Eyes Wide, Tongue Tied in 2016, The Fratellis are back. In Your Own Sweet Time has been called the labelled the band's most enjoyable release since Costello Music. The ruckussy anthems have bene somewhat tideied up into a cleaner, jangly sound, but there's still plenty of the playful, boyish ' 70s rock swagger that put them on the map. The opening single Stand Up Tragedy brims with Jon Fratelli's raspy pipes, fuzzy guitars and pop-rock attitude, Sugartown is laden with innuendo and I've Been Blind's downshift in pace then crashing chorus. ●

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Call of the Reed Warbler by Charles Massey

Peter Rabbit Starring: Rose Byrne, Domhnall Gleeson, Sam Neill

This is an important book. The wellqualified author points out the relatively recent degradation of the world's agricultural and grazing lands - especially those of Australia - leading towards a planet which will no longer be able to sustain us. We have lost native grasses, trees and plant species that maintained a healthy biodiversity underground. Artificial fertilisers, pesticides, herbicides, tree clearing, and water mismanagement not only lead to loss of top soil and to salinity, but also to dangerous chemicals entering our food chain. Many examples are given as to how this process can be reversed. Reviewed by Jenny Carter, Friends of the Noosa Library. ●

Once upon a time there was a beautiful set of books written a very long time ago and featuring beautiful paintings of woodland creatures - it was sweet and lyrical and lovely. While the paintings are still there (thanks to artist Bea - Rose Byrne who lives next to McGregor’s farm), this Peter Rabbit is wisecracking, contemporary, irreverent, mostly funny and not quite as charming as it could have been. The animals are cute and there’s plenty of music and giggles to keep the young kids entertained. ●

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Madison Beaufort plays Aslan.

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WORLD OF NARNIA COMES CLOSER "They open a door and enter a world." Let Little Seed Theatre Company take you on a journey with its latest production, Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, at the Majestic Theatre on Easter Saturday. This is the first time that the company has toured a show and the team is excited to perform at The Majestic. "The opportunity to work within the classic theatre space and the people of the Hinterland is something to be cherished," director Johanna Wallace said. A heroic tale of love, faith and the triumph of good over evil, The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe has enthralled people of all ages since C.S. Lewis published the fantasy novel in 1950. Little Seed's dramatisation shares the story of the four Pevensie children, who discover a magical portal to the mythical land of Narnia. Expect talking animals, mythical crea-

tures, a white witch, and a cast of talented young performers supported by live and locally-composed music. A 13-member orchestra has worked tirelessly over the past few months to create a score that adds to the mood, works with the actors and enhances the story. The score complements the dazzling array of characters - the great lion Aslan is accompanied by strings and brass, while Mr Tumnus, the faun, is followed by the sound of panpipes. Two handmade bamboo flutes, made by Pomona's Windelf, are on loan to add an extra atmospheric touch. Little Seed Theatre Company presents Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe at The Majestic Theatre Noosa. Saturday March 31 J performances at 2pm and 6.30pm. Book online: www.themajestictheatre. com.au ●

ROCK ON: The AC DC Story comes to Noosa.

IT'S A LONG WAY TO THE TOP THROUGH THIS LIVE DOCUMENTARY If you love AC/DC you won't want to miss The AC DC Story, live at The J. Described as "like watching a live documentary movie", The AC DC Story is a three-hour long, live biography concert going over the life and times of the legendary rock band and their rise to stardom The show features live performances of select tracks off every studio album, from both the Bon Scott and Brian Johnson eras.

Plus there will be rare interviews, narrations and photos shown on one huge screen. The performance incorporates video footage, cannons, bells and bagpipes. It's a one of a kind experience and a show you'll never forget. The AC DC Story is at The J, Friday, April 13, 7.30pm. Tickets $60 adult, $55 concession. Book online at thej.com.au or phone 5329 6560. ●

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CELEBRITY CHEF TO ADD A LITTLE SPICE CELEBRITY Chef Matt Golinski has joined the team at Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas to head up the kitchen at View Restaurant as the hotel's new Food Ambassador and Advisory Executive Chef. As a local, Matt jumped at the chance to head up View Restaurant's kitchen at Peppers Noosa. "I have always loved both the brand Peppers and in particular Peppers Noosa," he said. "I love the place, the people, and the professionalism of everyone who works there and I think View Restaurant has great potential to be a fantastic showcase for fresh seasonal ingredients from local producers. "My philosophy is to give our customers a genuinely local experience, using only the freshest ingredients sourced from local farmers and producers." Some of the new dishes Matt is looking to launch include: Âˇ Tin Can Bay Whiting, Endives and Grapes, Macadamia Picada, Sherry Caramel Âˇ Bendele Farm Spatchcock, Pork and Fennel Sausage, White Beans, Grilled Cos, Salmoriglio Âˇ Jersey Milk Ricotta Cannoli, Fresh Figs, Lemon Gelato and Cinnamon Honey New menus will roll out in View Restaurant from 3 April and to celebrate, Matt will launch an introductory Local's Lunch Special which includes two courses and a glass of wine for $25 - available seven days a week.

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Matt Golinski is View Restaurant's new Food Ambassador and Advisory Executive Chef. Peppers Noosa is located at 33A Viewland Drive, Noosa Heads. View Restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week. Bookings are essential. Phone 5455 2209 or visit www. peppers.com.au/noosa â&#x2014;?

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AUTHENTIC ASIAN If you are craving authentic Asian eats you must check out Izzy Chai. Here they serve quality modern Asian cuisine with a combination of influences, including dishes from the Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia and neighbouring countries, at affordable prices. Favourites are Laksa, Chinese-style roasted duck, Mongolian barbecued lamb, sesame beef and crispy pork with Asian greens. Try the Penang beef, which tastes so authentic, crispy pork and vegetables are a real crowd favourite or some delicious pork spring rolls. The Rendang beef curry is rich with delicious coconut flavours and the Filipinostyle spring rolls with pork mince, carrots, beans and onions accompanied by Izzy Chai's own homemade sauce are really something different. It is not just the mouth-watering meals that make Izzy Chai shine, it is the service too. You will always feel welcome when you visit here. The staff are so attentive and friendly, it feels like dining with family. The beautiful outdoor area faces north, capturing that ocean breeze in summer. The restaurant is spacious - plenty of room to find your perfect seat to enjoy your meal. The layout makes Izzy Chai an ideal venue for parties, club events, weddings and anniversaries. Open seven days, from 11am to 9pm,

there are options for late lunches or early dinners. Lunch specials, from 11am to 3pm, are very popular with locals and take-away and delivery is available too. Lunch specials start at $10.90, and they have a huge selection of delicious choices on offer. Parking is easy in a dedicated car park at the rear of the restaurant. Drop by and take home an easy meal or call and book a table at Izzy Chai Modern Asian tonight. Phone 5449 7598 or find them at 205 Weyba Road, Noosaville. â&#x2014;?

KNOWLEDGE OF NUTRITION Celebrity chef and My Kitchen Rules judge Colin Fassnidge has served up his realworld knowledge to nutrition students at the University of the Sunshine Coast ahead of his Noosa visit in May. Fassinage, who owns Sydney gastro pub Banksia Bistro, will be a guest at the Noosa Food and Wine Festival, took questions on how chefs and nutritionists could work more cooperatively to create healthier menus. He joined the class of about 10 USC students by Skype, his face displayed on a huge interactive screen in the university's Collaboration Studio. USC academic and nutritionist Tara Leong, who runs the new Food, Nutrition and Menu Design course, which is run outside of standard semesters, would help students find work as consultants to develop new food products, or work with chefs to redesign restaurant menus to focus on more nutritional foods. "Colin was actually able to inspire students by telling them about the huge role they could play in the food industry," she said. "He believes more nutritionists need to work alongside chefs to advise the industry on how to cater for food allergies and intolerances. "Currently, a lot of the time, chefs do that themselves without the knowledge." Ms Leong said the Food, Nutrition and Menu Design subject took a holistic approach to nutrition, even teaching students about food writing, photography

and how to create environmentally sustainable menus. "It teaches them how to pull everything together in a practical way," Ms Leong said. "They're literally in a commercial kitchen at the university cooking almost every day of the course, so it's really hands on." Ms Leong said the subject, which is run outside of standard semesters, would help students find work as consultants to develop new food products, or work with chefs to redesign restaurant menus to focus on more nutritional foods. â&#x2014;?

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DINING DIRECTORY Your Guide to all things Eating Out! To new friends and old, come along and make our Club your “home away from home”- we know you will enjoy our hospitality! 25 Maple St, Cooroy Club Trading Hours Mon to Sun 10am-10pm Sunday 11am -10pm (closing seasonal) (07) 5447 6131 cooroyrsl.com.au

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Enjoy a hearty breakfast or an appetising dinner complimented by draught beer, cider on tap plus over 20 wines to choose from

Weddings, Functions & Special Occasions. Fully Licenced

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Cooroy MAISON DE PROVENCE Enjoy amazing buttery pastries, sourdough batards and gorgeous French provincial style cooking 9/13 Garnet St, Cooroy Tuesday to Saturday 8am to 4pm (07) 5472 0077 facebook.com/ maisondeprovencesunshinecoast

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IZZY CHAI MODERN ASIAN CUISINE We offer a great selection of delicious Asian cuisine, and an excellent level of service Unit 1/, 205 Weyba Road, Noosaville Open 7 Days 11am to 9pm (07) 5449 7598 izzychai-asian.com.au

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IMPERIAL HOTEL EUMUNDI

MAISIE’S SEAFOOD & STEAKHOUSE

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

Seafood and mixed grills are the draw at this relaxed spot with streetside seats and river glimpses.

1 Etheridge St, Eumundi 7 days a week from 10am till late (07) 5442 8811 imperialhoteleumundi.com.au

247 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville QLD 4566 Open 7 Days 11.30am to 2.30pm and 5.30pm to 9pm (07) 5449 7497 maisies.com.au

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

Noosa’s best takeaway fish and chips. Fresh local and imported fish cooked to perfection by our chefs. A wide range of homemade snacks plus our famous tender calamari and chunky chips. Local cooked prawns/ oysters and fish available fresh to take home

2/14 Thomas St, Noosaville Mon-Sun 9am–9:30pm 7 days a week (07) 5440 5228 beloportonoosa.com.au

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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

Rich blend of Mediterranean cuisine and warm flavours of North Africa & Southern Spain

255 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville Open 7 days 6am to 2.30pm (07) 5449 8833 facebook.com/grindnoosa

2/257 Gympie Terrace Noosaville OPEN Tues to Sunday B’fast 7.30am – 11am Lunch noon – 2.30pm Dinner 5.30m – late 5455 6688 sirocconoosa.com.au

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Nothing makes the mouth water quite like a moist falafel ball, freshly-made hummus and a zesty tabouli. Here's a quick, protein-packed twist on a modern Aussie favourite.

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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

221 – 229 David Low Way, Peregian Beach Open 7 days 10am – 10pm Sunday to Thursday 10am – Late Friday & Saturday 07 5448 3111 peregianbeachhotel.com.au

INGREDIENTS 250g black rice 1 small lemon, juiced 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 clove garlic, crushed Large pinch brown sugar 2 bunches fresh mint 1 bunch fresh continental parsley 2 truss tomatoes, finely chopped ½ small red onion, finely chopped 150g baby peas, blanched 225g packet fresh falafel 200g carton hummus

Ground cumin to serve Mixed nuts and seeds, toasted, to serve METHOD STEP 1 Cook rice. Transfer to large bowl. Set aside STEP 2 Whisk the juice, oil, garlic and sugar in a bowl. Season. Reserve a few small mint sprigs. Chop the parsley and remaining mint. Add the mint, parsley, tomato, onion and peas to the rice. Pour over the lemon dressing. Toss to combine. Divide among serving bowls. STEP 3 Heat the falafel. Serve tabouli topped with falafel, hummus and reserved mint sprigs. Sprinkle with cumin, nuts and seeds.

PErEGiAn PIZZAMI GOURMET PIZZA BAR Proudly keeping to the basics of pizza making in order to serve the highest quality pizzas Cnr Kingfisher and Heron Steet, Peregian Beach Wed to Sun 12 to 8.30pm, Tues 4pm to 8.30pm Closed Monday 07 5471 2300 pizzami.com.au

PErEGiAn POTS & PANS KITCHEN & BAR A café and bar in the heart of Peregian Springs. We offer a relaxed, friendly environment to enjoy great food and drink with family and friends. 3/2 Balgownie Dr Peregian Springs Open 7 Days Breakfast Lunch and Dinner Mon - Thurs 6.30am - 8pm Fri - Sat 6.30am - 11pm Sun 8.00am - 8pm www.potsandpanskb.com.au (07) 5372 7736

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Dine with us today! Perfect venue for your functions & meetings. Lunch Special from $10.90 (11am - 3pm) Asian groceries available Full licensed and BYO ($3 Corkage fee per bottle)

THE JunCTion THE STACKED PANTRY Locally owned, family run gluten free, dairy free café. Healthy food with stacks of flavour and Vegan options available 3/28 Sunshine Beach Rd, Noosa Heads Open 7 Days 7am to 3pm (Except Sunday close at 2pm) (07) 5324 1003 facebook.com/ thestackedpantry

TEWAnTin THE RIVER DECK RESTAURANT Located in an airy setting with views of the water, offering brekkie, steak, seafood dishes and cocktails. Noosa Marina, 2 Parkyn Ct, Tewantin Open Lunch 7 days 11.30 am to 3.00 pm Tues to Sun 5.30 pm to 8.30 pm Breakfast: Sat 9 am to 11.00 am (07) 5474 1100 riverdecknoosa.net.au

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APRIL 8TH SEAFOOD SUNDAY Seafood Platter for two - $64.50 Includes a glass of Champagne each

13TH JULY TASTE OF SIROCCO Bastille Night Our Second Edition to our Quarterly Event 3 Course French cuisine inluenced dinner

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL - 5455 6688 Open 6 Days - Tuesday to Sunday Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @ sirocconoosa

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PLAY SORTS OUT FESTIVAL FINANCES BY MARGARET MACCOLL

David Williamson's new play Sorting out Rachel wowed audiences at its Queensland premiere at The J Theatre last week. The playwright who is ambassador for the Noosa

Alive Festival orchestrated the Sydney Theatre Company production in Noosa which acts as a forerunner to the festival and raises funds for the event. Sell out shows helped provide a financial boost for the festival which will be held from 20-29 July. ●

Toni Liddy, Fay Layton and Sandi Probert.

Denise West and Cheryl Sipthorp.

Ray and Helen enjoy a drink before the show.

Jan Cominns and Johanne Wright.

Jenny and Mike Hines.

Richard and Jenny Hall.

Ian Wright and Tina Hammant.

FOCUS ON … Easter Church Services St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

Easter

All welcome at Easter Services

Good Friday Easter Sunrise w/ HC Easter Celebration w/ HC

Palm Sunday Service 9AM Good Friday Service 8AM

9:30am @ Good Shepherd 5:30am @ Mt Tinbeerwah 9:30am @ Good Shepherd

Come Celebrate this Easter with us at the SalvaƟon Army Noosa, 6 BartleƩ St Noosaville

Easter Sunday Services 9AM & 7PM

Good Friday 9.00am at Noosa Corps

St Andrews Presbyterian Church Tewantin/Noosa

Sunrise Easter Sunday 5.30am – at the far end of Main Beach *joining with Noosa Anglicans

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EASTER SERVICE TIMES NOOSA DISTRICT CATHOLIC PARISH Holy Thursday 29th March Mass of the Lord’s Supper

Easter Services

7.00 pm Tewantin (Prayer at the Altar of Repose until 10.00pm)

Maundy Thursday 29th March 6.30pm - Tewantin, Poinciana Ave @ Werin Street Good Friday 30th March 7.30am - Tewantin, Poinciana Ave @ Werin Street 9.00am - Sunrise Beach, 6 Grasstree Court Easter Sunday 1st April 8.00am - Sunrise Beach, 6 Grasstree Court 9.45am - Tewantin, Poinciana Ave @ Werin Street

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“GRATITUDE” Enquiries 5442 4218 12383004-CB13-18

UNITING CHURCH NOOSA COASTAL

Good Friday 30th March Stations of the Cross 8.00 am 9.00 am 10:00 am TEWANTIN

Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Cnr Moorindil & Doonella Streets.

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Minister: Rev. Leonie Gaffel Ph: 5440 5433

ResurrecƟon Sunday 10.00am at Noosa Corps

St Thomas More, Ben Lexcen Drive. Sacred Heart, 63 Maple Street. St Patrick’s, 1 Church Street.

NOOSA DISTRICT CATHOLIC PARISH Parish Office: Phone 5447 1188 Mass Times Line: Phone 5442 4518 Email: admin@noosacatholic.com www.facebook.com/noosacatholic

Pomona Cooroy Tewantin

Veneration of the Cross with Holy Communion 3.00 pm

Sunshine Beach

Holy Saturday 31st March Easter Vigil Mass & Blessing of the Easter Fire 7.00 pm

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Easter Sunday Mass 1st April 7.00am & 10.00am 8.00 am 8.30am & 5.30pm 10.30am

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RISK ISN’T SWEET New research from Cancer Council Victoria and University of Melbourne has revealed that regardless of body size, drinking sugary soft drinks can increase cancer risk. According to the study, published in the Public Health Nutrition journal, people who regularly drank sugary soft drinks were found to be more at-risk of several types of cancer than those who didn’t. A regular 600ml bottle of soft drink contains no nutritional benefits, but about 16 teaspoons of sugar, and drinking one can of sugary drink a day can lead to 6.5kgs of weight gain in a year. To find out if the drinks you are consuming are bad for your health refer to the amount of sugar on the nutrition panel and consider the size of the bottle as well. ●

The average soft drink can contain 16 teaspoons of sugar.

WELLBEING … ❖ HEALTH ❖ WELLNESS ❖ FITNESS ❖ BEAUTY ❖ SPIRITUALITY Call Noosa Today on 5455 6946 to book your advertising space

SPORTS & REMEDIAL MASSAGE Clint Smith has been a remedial / sports massage therapist in Noosa for over 20 years. He has worked with the Aust. Wallabies Rugby Union team, Olympic swimmers, and Tri-Athletes, Ironmen and women, and, more recently the Paralympic swimmers based at the Uni of the Sunshine coast in Sippy Downs. Clint blends a holistic approach to all of his clients, whether sports people or tired office workers or anyone for that matter who’s physical body is out of balance. Deep tissue therapy, myo-fascial release and acupressure / trigger point therapy are all combined with various relaxation techniques to relieve tight neck/shoulders, and/or painful lower/ back /hips legs. Adding to his treatments, Clint has incorporated a multi-direction vibration plate to his business, similar to those used within the NRL for injury rehab, for improving muscle/soft tissue elasticity and/or strength/cardio workouts. Sessions can be combined with massage or based on a weekly regime, tailored to the individuals circumstances and fitness levels. A twenty minute session is equivalent to a one hour gym workout!

NASA and the soviet union first created these “vibration plate” machines to help, restore and maintain health and fitness for astronauts whilst in space travels, due to massive physical challenges. They have been adapted in the last few decades for the health and fitness industry. Clint has a home-based clinic in Noosaville and also works at sports physiotherapy in Lanyana Way, Noosa junction. Mobile massage sessions are also available.

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E A. Luxaflex Pirouette Shadings - Serene Blinds Noosaville. B. Luxaflex Pirouette Shadings - Serene Blinds Noosaville. C. Beaded Wash Ball Chandelier - Style My Home. D. Round Glass 'Fish Bowl' with Hydrangea Stems - Style My Home. E. Polyresin Clam Shell Interior & Outdoor Decoration - Style My Home. F. Silhouette Shadings - Serene Blinds Noosaville. noosatoday.com.au

COMMUNITY UPDATES SANTA'S CLASSY COIN LINE On Saturday, March 31, [Easter Saturday], Santa's Classy Helpers will hold their 'Gold Coin Line' annual fundraiser on Saturday 31 March at Noosa Village Shopping Centre. Come along and add a coin to raise money for Christmas festivities for those in need. Raffle tickets will also be on sale. To volunteer at the event email Judy Castledine at judycas@bigpond.net.au.

NOOSA COMMUNITY GARDENS Noosa Community Gardens meet Fridays 8-10.00am, Sundays 9-11.00am off Hilton Terrace in Earl Street, Tewantin, next to TaitDuke Cottage. Free membership gives access to sustainable gardening, growing fresh produce, better nutrition, waste management, excursions ... fun, learning, new friends. Just turn up - or contact Tara 0402 764 574.

AIR MEETING Association of Independent Retirees (AIR Limited) Noosa Branch will hold a seminar, Planning for Retirement on Saturday, 12 May from 9am to 12 noon at South Pacific Resort, 179 Weyba Road, Noosaville. The speaker will cover topics related to retirement from an accountant/financial planner, lawyer and include information from Centrelink.Cost $5 pp includes morning tea. Call 5455 6790 for further information, email airnoosacommunications@gmail.com or visit https:// www.facebook.com/AIRNoosa

NOOSA TOASTMASTERS Develop Public Speaking and Leadership skills for life at Noosa Toastmasters. We are a fun loving, supportive group who are all learning together. We meet on the second and fourth Monday of each month 6.308.30pm at the CWA Hall in Poinciana Ave, Tewantin. For enquiries phone Ben on 0418 173 167 or email noosatoastmasters@gmail. com.

TEWANTIN NOOSA GARDEN CLUB The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa Garden Club will be held on Monday 9 April March at the Catholic Church Hall, 5 Moorindil St, Tewantin. The club meets on the 2nd Monday of each month at 1.30pm. April guest speaker is Sandra Rooney from Forget Me Knot Heritage Seeds. Visitors are most welcome. Contact Yvonne Astill on 0402 429 305 or email tewantinnoosagardenclub.com.

U3A NOOSA TALKS PROGRAM U3A Friday talks are held at 1.45pm at U3A, 4 Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin. Friday 27 April - Dr Javier Leon - Drones in Environmental Sciences: promises, lies and applications Full details available on U3A website www.u3anoosa.org.au or phone reception on 5440 5500.

SEWING GROUP The Guilded Lilies Tewantin Neighbourhood Group of the Australian Sewing Guild Inc meet on the last Saturday of every month at the Masonic Hall, cnr Moorindil and Toolar streets, Tewantin, entrance up side ramp. Next meeting will be on Easter Saturday, 31 March. Bring your sewing machine and any sewing project you're working on. For more information phone Annemarie on 0413 014 283.

BOOMERANG BAGS NOOSA Boomerang Bags is sewing and selling out of Wallace House, 1 Wallace Drive, Noosaville. We need volunteers and clean fabric to sew alternative bags to single use plastic bags. We hold our sewing bees on Monday and noosatoday.com.au

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The Sunshine Coast needs more hospice beds, please help us support those in need. Phone Carol on 0407 471 583.

GOOD FRIDAY FLICKS TREAT For the perfect start to the Easter school holidays, head office to Peregian Outdoor Movies on Friday 30 March (Good Friday) to see all-time classic flick The Lion King on the big screen under the stars. The Lion King tells the story of Simba, a young lion who is to take his father Mufasa's place as king. However, after Simba's uncle Scar kills Mufasa, he must stop his uncle from conquering the Pride Lands and avenge his father's death. Rated G, the film's uplifting messages of courage, loyalty and hope make this timeless tale entertainment for all ages. The community screening will kick off at 6.30pm at Peregian Beach Park in front of the Surf Club. Come along with your picnic rugs and chairs. There will be a candy bar and popcorn available at the event and food and drinks available at village shops and restaurants.

SOCIAL CLUB The Sunshine Social Club meets at Cinque Terre Restaurant, Sunshine Beach at 10am on Saturdays for coffee, conversation, dinners, wine and fun. Just come along or phone Noeline on 5474 5231.

BUSH PLAYGROUP The Lion King. The screening is organised by The Peregian Beach Business Association, along with local sponsors Mortgage Choice, Peregian Beach, Boom Shankar, The Heart of Beauty, Sparks Architecture, Peregian Breeze, Ocean Advice, FliteFit, Peregian Beach College, Pitchfork Restaurant, LJ Hooker Peregian Beach, and St Andrew's Anglican College. Entry is by donation. For further information visit www. starrynights.com.au â&#x2014;?

Wednesday mornings from 9am to 12.30pm. For more information phone Sandra on 0466 44 99 46 or Julia 5448 2321, email boomerangbagsnoosa@gmail.com or visit www. boomerangbags.org

11.30am in a home in Noosaville. We listen to Classical Music on CDs or watch DVDs. There is no cost but I appreciate a $2 donation for morning tea/coffee and biscuits. Please ring Lyn on 5449 0537 for more details.

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The Salvation Army CAMEO (Come And Meet Each Other) group is holding their monthly free community Lunch on Tuesday the 17th of April, at 12.30pm at 6 Bartlett Street Noosaville. For further information please call the church office on 5442 4218.

Spiritsong Chamber Choir is seeking experienced choral singers. We sing mostly classical sacred music in Tewantin on Wednesday evenings. Email choir director Andrew on andrewjemmet@gmail.com or phone 5474 1498.

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The Thursday Girls will be holding their next Ladies Lunch at Noosa Marina on Thursday 29 March 12.30pm. Cost $35pp. Our events aim to bring people together to have fun and make new friends whilst fundraising to assist children from low income families in our nine Noosa Shire State Schools with equal educational opportunities. For more information and bookings please contact Neridah Rooseboom on 0408 882 512 or email nrooseboom@bigpond.com

Dance Classes Social Ballroom dance classes are held on Sundays at 1pm at the Masonic Hall, Moorindal St, Tewantin. The first half hour is dedicated to beginners at a slow easy pace then we move to our intermediate level and after tea break at 3pm we have advanced. All welcome with or without partners. Phone Andrew on 0429 829 328.

UKULELE CLASSES A new course for Ukulele beginners is starting soon. No music experience needed. Contact Cherry the ukulele lady on 0410 573 629.

COOLUM AND DISTRICT RED CROSS BRANCH NEWS Come and join us for a coffee and find out what we do at Coolum Surf Lifesaving Club Coolum Beach on Wednesday 11 April at 10am. Ring Robyn on 0409 124 460 for more details.

SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCING AT POMONA Every Tuesday evening from 7-9.30 pm Pat and Norm Young organise a Social evening at the Pomona Memorial School of Arts Hall. Cost is $4, which includes supper. Pat and Norm provide New Vogue as well as Old Time Dancing. Phone 5485 2007 for more information, or come and visit.

FREE WHITE CLOUD MEETING Blossom Goodchild will host a white cloud meeting on Sunday 8 April at 80 Coolah Place, Cooroibah from 10.30am-12.30pm. There will be special channelled guided meditation with live music from Ian Cameron. Email info@blossomgoodchild.com or call 0431 682 272 to book your seat.

CLASSICAL MUSIC GROUP We meet every Thursday from 9.30am to

BECOME A VOLUNTEER Waves of Kindness Ltd is a not-for-profit charity. It currently runs the Alpha and Omega Recycling shop at 25 Production Street, off Rene St, Noosaville which provides crisis intervention, clothing, furniture and household goods to relieve the misfortune of severely disadvantaged people, low income earners or recipients of government benefits in the Noosa region. We have about 40-45 volunteers. If you would like to join, phone 5455 5082. We are happy to welcome Work for the Dole and Newstart volunteers.

FOLK DANCING Learn traditional dances from around the world with the Noosa Folk Dancers on Fridays 9.30am at the Uniting Church Hall, Werin St, Tewantin. First class free. Beginners welcome, dances to suit all ages, partners not needed for these line and circle dances. Phone Danni 5471 0409 or email dannilyn@hotmail.com.

FREE YOGA Free Gentle Hatha Flow Yoga and Meditation will be held in Tewantin at the CWA Hall (next to Post Office), on Thursdays from 5.30-7pm and on Tuesdays from 9.30 -11 am followed by Easy Deep Peace Meditation and Relaxation at 11.15 am. No experience necessary. All conducted by qualified and experienced yoga teacher. Just turn up or phone Dagmar on 5448 3113 (not school holidays). Donations appreciated.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Sunshine Hospice is looking for fun loving volunteers for our Tewantin charity Op shop.

Sunshine Beach State School is now offering a free 'bush playgroup' every Tuesday at 9-11am. As an Affiliated Member of Playgroup Qld Ltd an accredited teacher will be exploring many curriculum areas throughout the sessions. There will be fun nature activities in the permaculture garden, story time with our wonderful volunteer Bob in the bush and don't forget to bring along a piece of fruit to munch on under the fruit trees. Phone 5473 6333.

CASUAL BRIDGE Casual Bridge is on offer the 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month from 1.30pm to 4.00pm at Noosa Bridge Club, 3 Wallace Drive, Noosaville. Cost $2 per person and please come as a pair. Phone 5447 1341 for further information.

PROBUS CLUB NOOSA 2010 The club meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the Bowls Club on Hilton Terrace. Please ring Brian if you'd like to hear more about trips, meals out, theatre and garden visits with this friendly group. Phone 0403 435 978

COFFEE FOR NEWCOMERS Looking for a show of interest to a heart-felt invitation to anyone new to the area or anyone in need of some company for a weekly/fortnightly morning tea at a local coffee shop in Noosa/Tewantin . Please phone Kerry 54743186

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AROUND THE GROUNDS THEY QUALIFY NOOSA GOLF CLUB SATURDAY

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BRINGING HOME THE BLING Noosa water polo U15 teams brought home the medals on Saturday after winning gold and bronze at the Sunshine Coast U15 water polo competition at Kawana Aquatic Centre. Spokeswoman Linda Connors said

the semi-finals and finals were held in the competition with Noosa teams led by president Paul Coolican. Noosa2 took home Gold in a nail biting grand final against Kawana2 (6:5), and

Noosa1 won the bronze against Saints2, she said. Linda said the sport was growing in popularity on the Sunshine Coast which will host the Australian Titles next weekend. ●

CLINTON LEADS MEDAL CHARGE FOR MASTERS Legendary champion Clinton Stanley led the medal charge for Noosa Masters swimmers at the recent State Championships in Rockhampton. For the first time at the annual competition, the multi-class classification was included, and Clinton reveled in the opportunity. After four days of intense competition, the Down Syndrome former world record holder had collected 12 gold, 1 silver and 2 bronze medals. Among the general classification swimmers, Rob Jolly was outstanding, dominating his age group with ten gold medals. Rob also joined Lois Hill, Brian Hoepper and Jo Matthews in breaking the Queensland state record in the 4x50 Medley Relay. Greg Bott, Linda Hogg, Viv Merrill and Jacky Shields rounded out the team, helping amass a total of 70 individual medals. Noosa placed third overall in the

TUESDAY There were 205 players in the Tuesday Club Single Stableford on 20th March. Scratch rating (M) 71.0 Winners: A Grade: Darren Wylie 43, Bruce Blakemore 42 C/B, Bradley Juillerat 42, Michael Nassereddin 40. B Grade: Aron Whitford 39, Brian Hansen 38 C/B, Gary Tye 38, Chris Misios 37. C Grade: Mervyn Neilson 39, Bob Muirhead 38 C/B, Bruce Howden 38 C/B, Michael Meltzer 38 C/B. Place getters: Laurence Byrne 40, Peter Cossins 39, David Conolly 38, Timothy Storrer 38 C/B, Peter Walker 38 C/B, Peter Wright 38 C/B, Derek Connolly 38, Chris Rowlinson 37 C/B, Adrian Ward 37 C/B, Toby Harding 37, Paul Neate 36 C/B, Gavin Hanley 36 C/B, Michael Storrer 36 C/B, Peter McDonald 36 C/B, Sam Walker 36 C/B, Robert Upham 36 C/B, Joe Franz 36 C/B, Jorma Rusanen 36 C/B, Wayne Mallett 36 C/B, Chris Wood 36 C/B. ●

FORREST FIRST Clinton Stanley (front) with Noosa Masters team members (L-R) Rob Jolly, Linda Hogg, Brian Hoepper, Viv Merrill, Jacky Shields, Jo Matthews, Greg Bott and Lois Hill. field of 20 clubs. Clinton returned from Rockhampton after a short holiday on Great Keppel

Island to prepare for his role in the Commonwealth Games baton relay in Noosa. ●

GREAT START TO THE SEASON It was round 3 for Noosa Eagles soccer club, though due to the weather, game 1 for most teams on the weekend and a wonderful way to start the season by hosting at home grounds. All children played well and had a lot if fun, spokeswoman Rebecca Petrie said. "The kids in our U7 Gold team played a tough match, and kept up with their

There were 236 players in the Saturday Sir Dallas Brookes qualifying round on 17th March. Scratch rating (M) 71.0 Winners: A Grade: Marc Granger 66, Brett Le Moy, Bruce Blakemore 68 C/B B Grade: Kevin Anschau 65, Ross Cunningham 68 C/B, Robin Versluys 68 C Grade: Tama Stana 61, Dean McMaster 69, Jim Corder 72 C/B Place Getters: Michael Newman 68 C/B, Tony Carabetta 70 C/B, Dave Whitehead 70 C/B, Rick Coneybeare 70 C/B, Graham Smith 70, Peter Baynes 71 C/B, Ian Vardy 71 C/B, Richard Van Den Heuvel 71 C/B, Barry Robinson 71 C/B, Alan Holley 71 C/B, Ray Egge 71 C/B, James Lonie 71 C/B, John Sullivan C/B, Jorma Rusanen 71, Denis Daebritz 72 C/B, David Chapman 72 C/B, Kent Officer 72 C/B, Michael O Connor 72 C/B, Bradly Graham 72 C/B. Nearest to Pin: A Grade: Richard Van Den Heuvel, Marc Granger, Graham Smith, Sam Boulden. B Grade: Robin Versluys, Michael Morgan, Peter Anderson, Laurie James. C Grade: David Chapman, Adrian Ward, Werner Muschalla, Brian Kingdom.

opponents. It was a close score with Buddina Muscles with Buddina winning the match 7-5," she said. "Cruiz Slater took out the player of the week award. Great work U7 Gold." "We would like to take this opportunity to welcome all our new families, and welcome back our existing ones". ●

The U7 Gold team played exceptionally well.

Noosa Par 3 results from Single Stablefored event on 24 March at Tewantin Noosa Bowls Club. A Grade Nett First: Bob Forrest - 36 (2 way countback) A Grade Nett Second: Michael Smith - 36 B Grade Nett First: Gwen Whitehead - 37 B Grade Nett Second: Tony Ho - 35 Nearest to Pin Hole 2 - Richard Poutu Hole 12 - Albert Cobb Hole 14 - Sandy Webb Hole 16 - Michael Gooding Hole 17 - Ken Clapham (HOLE IN 1) Ball Run Down: Beau Smith, Neil Webb 35, Studley Martin, Richard Poutu, Ken Chapple, Rob Kirikino, Sandy Webb 34, Michael Gooding, Neil Beasley 33. Members Draw - Rusty Milliner Draw for Par - Jean Beasley (Successful) ●

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WOMEN ENJOY ZEN CYCLE A group of 14 women took part in Noosa Council's first of three workshops provided under a grant from Zero Emissions Noosa (ZEN).Bike On director Tracey Wyatt said the basic cycle skills workshop aimed to build confidence to assist them to ride more frequently. "The women showed great comradery and loved the inclusive feel of the workshop with many making plans to meet again to ride together over the coming weeks," she said. For many it was the first time they had been to Girraween Sports Complex and they 44 NOOSA TODAY

were extremely happy with the criterium cycle track and the safe riding area it provided for further practice. Participant Maureen Milne said it was a huge confidence builder. Future sessions include a free Social Guided Ride on Sat 28 April coinciding with the start of National Bike Week (28April7May) and a Bike Maintenance Workshop on Saturday 26 May. Places are limited and bookings are essential. For further details phone 5474 3322 or email info@bikeon.com.au ●

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Simon Anderson paddles out for a legends exhibition on opening day at the 2017 NFOS.

MAKING SURF SENSE While we were at First Point conducting one of the most successful events in the Laguna Real Estate Noosa Festival of Surfing's long history, Noosa Council was debating whether we - and other major tourism events - should be allowed to be there, apparently in response to increasing community and visitor pressure. As co-founder of Noosa's (and the world's) biggest surfing event I am well aware that you can't please all of the people all of the time. At various times over the past quarter of a century, recreational surfers have spoken quite clearly about perceived infringements on their liberty to surf wherever and whenever they like. However, we have worked long and hard to create an inclusive community environment, while pointing out that the "eight days of pure stoke" represents only two percent of the total surfing time available to them, and the results have been largely positive. The current policy argument is somewhat different, centering on use of the sand rather than the surf, and how much of a good thing is too much? The catalyst for this debate is the increasing use of marquees on Main Beach for entertainment, including live music, which apparently annoys the hell out of visitors who are trying to relax and pretend there is no event taking place in front of them. While I sympathize with them to a degree, it's a bit like going to New Orleans for a quiet weekend. Maybe it's the hoteliers' duty of care to ensure that people are made aware of Noosa's events calendar when they book - just sayin'. But also it's worth noting that during the surf festival, for example, many beachfront and beachside accommodations are filled with people who have come from around the world to attend said festival, even if they are incognito in ironed tee shirts and better quality thongs than the rest of us. That said, I have my own concerns about the preponderance of beach bars and entertainment stages, but more from a destination marketing perspective. When every event has the same look and feel, each begins to lose its point of difference, and that process has already begun to happen. 12352455-LB20-17

than I do, from the PLB website: "Fifth morning I went for an early surf at Sunset with (surf entrepreneur) Randy Rarick. It wasn't big, but big enough, and too good for me as it turned out. I wasn't feeling great, short of breath paddling, and just out of sorts. Randy called me onto one that stood up in just the right spot for me. Longest drop I've had in quite a while, got a couple of turns in but I knew I just had to get out of there, so surfed it as far as I could straight in over Val's Reef. I got up on the sand, crazy dizzy and spinning, sat down on a rock wall, lay down and died. "Sharon and great friend and North Shore local John Wade were watching from about 80 metres away. They began walking towards me, and then running when I didn't respond to calls. Short version, Sharon and John gave me frantic, amateur CPR and bought me back from the other side. Then the lifeguards arrived, firemen, ambulance, and through three hospitals I went over the next two weeks." A bypass and a new calf 's valve later, JB is back home on the Gold Coast recovering, slowly but surely. Thanks to a wife and a mate who both deserve medals, JB dodged two bullets - dying on the sand at Sunset and losing a house to pay the American private health system. Too close, buddy. I know JB's many Noosa friends will join me in wishing him a speedy recovery. ●

Always a strong competitor at the festival, Jack Norton surfed beautifully throughout the week. Photo Ian Borland/NFOS. In my opinion, Mayor Tony Wellington's proposal to restrict Main Beach East (in front of the surf club) to events that actually involve ocean sports, while over time creating a cultural events zone at West Beach and the Woods was a good one - let's not forget that it's bloody beautiful down there with better parking - but it got rolled by a single vote at Council, so the general thrust of the beach events policy for now is to accept the status quo while placing restrictions on all seven events. We don't know what that means yet, but it doesn't sound good. It's worth noting that Tourism Noosa's long-term policy of support for major events has made a major difference in evening out the peaks and valleys of our local economy while underlining Noosa's amenity as a year-round tourist destination. The vast majority of Noosa's population came to live here because it was a tourist destination (my own family included, almost 30 years ago)

so the NIMBY response is a bit rich coming from us. And finally (he says, dismounting his soapbox), it's worth remembering that even with seven major events taking place on Main Beach, it remains event-free 93 percent of the year. JB back from the other side Our great mate John Brasen was sorely in need of a holiday, after years of running a ma and pa publishing operation 24/7 in a tough market, so I was stoked when he told me that he and wife Sharon were switching off their phones and going to Hawaii for a couple of weeks. He'd be back in time for the surf festival (which he and John Lee helped me create) to cheer on the Pacific Longboarder Magazine juniors. Over and out. Less than a week later I received a text from JB, laid up in a Honolulu hospital awaiting open heart surgery. I've been sitting on the story ever since, but he tells it better

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