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Living big in a small space While property prices skyrocket and rentals become less affordable or available a growing number of people are casting off their shackles, investing in mobile homes and taking to the roads in search of a different way of life. Noosa Today visited Pomona Showgrounds this week and found a number of van travellers who were happy to discuss their lifestyle choices.

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Eco-trail on track By Phil Jarratt A year behind schedule, the realisation of Queensland’s first commercial eco-tourism trail, right on Noosa’s doorstep, is getting close. The development of the Cooloola Great Walk as Queensland’s first state-sponsored commercial eco-tourism trail is poised to begin its construction phase, with a consumer roll-out projected for the end of this year or early 2022. And for once, all of the stakeholders, from developers to eco-warriors, from tourism bodies to First Nations, seem to be on the same page. Symptomatic of this is an apparent softening of the Noosa Parks Association’s hard line on “do-it-yourself” camping only along the 102-kilometre wilderness trail, revealed in a letter sent to members last week. The letter stated in part: “Our management committee’s preference has been for the Co-

oloola Great Walk to remain a fully DIY experience. We believe the greatest threat to the natural values of Cooloola are ever-increasing visitor numbers and resulting impacts in three areas - along Teewah Beach, the Upper Noosa River and the Cooloola Sand Patch. With another million people predicted to live within a one-hour drive of Noosa-Cooloola within 20 years, clearly these threats are not going to go away.”But, the letter continued: “At the same time, we are aware that commercially supported multi-day national park walks are becoming increasingly available and popular around the country, including with our own members. We believe that what is required is a systematic and concerted government commitment to manage visitor numbers and impacts in an integrated fashion, making sure that the impact on the environment is low.” After outlining NPA’s participation in confidential negotiations with state government,

the successful tenderer, South Australian company CABN, and the Kabi Kabi, the letter concluded: “From NPA’s perspective, significant positive progress is being made, significant improvements to the siting of accommodation have been achieved, and several matters of concern are yet to be resolved.” NPA’s new position on Cooloola is significant because no other organisation has been more invested over such a long period in the creation and protection of Cooloola and the Great Sandy National Park. NPA’s founders were at the forefront of a decades-long battle to save this beautiful and fragile wilderness from over-development and sand mining, and subsequent generations of management have remained invested. In 2019, under its Queensland Ecotourism Trails program, the government called for expressions of interest to design, build and operate a supported Cooloola Great Walk. There were three short-listed applicants, including

Tourism Noosa, and in late February, 2020, the tender was awarded to Adelaide-based CABN, a company specialising in “eco-friendly, offgrid, nature-based accommodation”. A source close to the process told Noosa Today: “The thinking seemed to be, Tourism Noosa has the ideas but no money, while CABN has money but no ideas. So they went with the money.” If that was ever the case, there is ample evidence today that founder Michael Lamprell’s company is riding high in eco-tourism precisely because of its total understanding of the sensitivity attached to the environments it uses and to the rights and needs of the traditional owners. When the announcement was made a year ago, Lamprell said that CABN was excited to propose a world class eco-tourism, nature-based walk experience, working with the Kabi Kabi. Continued page 3

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International Women’s day (IWD) is celebrated in many countries around the world. It is a day when women are recognized for their achievements without regard to divisions, whether national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic or political. The UN declares International Women’s Day as “a time to reflect on progress made, to call for change and to celebrate acts of courage and determination by ordinary women who have played an extraordinary in the history of their countries and communities.” For many years the Zonta Club of Noosa has celebrated and hosted Noosa’s International Women’s Day Breakfast. This year’s event will be held at the Boathouse Restaurant on Gympie Terrace at 7.30am on Monday 8 March. The guest speakers will be Dr Nova Evans and Sonia

Goodwin from Sunny Street, a GP and Nurseled mobile outreach unit providing healthcare for homeless and vulnerable individuals and families on the Sunshine Coast. Zonta International began in 1919, when a group of forward-thinking executive women came together in Buffalo, New York, to use their combined expertise in service to their community. Not satisfied with the predominantly social nature of many women’s organisations at the time, the women who founded Zonta envisioned a new kind of service organisation - one that would promote professionalism among its executive members while serving the needs of girls and young women in the community. Nova and Sonia truly embody these values.

In March 2018, they decided they had 20 - 30 years of their professional years left to make a difference as a Doctor and a Nurse and felt that they would be able to influence the healthcare system by creating a new model of care and working outside the system. Since then, the Sunny Street service has offered the chance for many people to take the time and have a conversation with a Doctor and/or a nurse regarding their own lived experience of their unique health journey, their understanding of their health concerns/issues and their capacity to take action and affect their life in a positive and independent way. If you would like to hear more about Nova and Sonia’s inspiring story and join in the celebrations for IWD, tickets are $48 and are available on-line at: https://www.trybooking.com/ BNYEF Please note there will be no door sales.

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How will you be celebrating Valentine’s Day? 1. Rosie Foley “We will have a nice sunset dinner along the Noosa River with the kids. It’ll be nice to get out of the house and just relax.”

2. Marie Tobin “On Valentine’s Day we will actually be on a flight back to Melbourne after our holiday here in Noosa.”

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It’s Valentine’s Day on Sunday. This is a perfect day to share the love in all kinds of ways.Historically the day celebrates Saint Valentine of Rome, a third century priest of the Roman Empire who ministered to persecuted people throughout the region. He was a crusader for courtly love, a Medieval European concept emphasizing nobility, chivalry, and selfless acts of charity. Most of contemporary culture celebrates Valentine’s Day as an opportunity for couples in love to exchange flowers, jewelery, cards and chocolates and share romantic evenings at fancy restaurants. Alas, not everyone enjoys this day. People who have lost a loved one or are alone may even dread it. So this is a good day to send flowers or chocolates to someone who endures routine rejection or lives alone. It is a day to reach out to a single parent, a widow or someone in a nursing home. It’s not uncommon for people in Noosa to perform random acts of kindness. I see it all the time. Someone pays for someone else’s groceries at the checkout when they don’t have enough cash. People go out of their way to find a lost dog or give someone a lift when they don’t have a car. Make a day of it. Extend simple gestures of care to those who need it most.

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Deaf dog rescued in fire By Abbey Cannan A deaf dog sleeping in a burning Noosaville home was rescued by a neighbour last week after the property caught fire. Nine crews responded to the house fire with the first arriving just before 8.30am, a Queensland Fire and Emergency Services spokesman said. “Crews made entry to the building and the fire was under control at about 8.40am and was contained to the garage area,“ he said. “At about midday the property was handed back to the owners.“ Noosa Heads Fire and Emergency Services officer Brian Riley said a neighbour was leaving for work when they spotted the smoke coming from the garage. “We received multiple triple zero calls to a structure on fire, primarily in the garage area,“ Mr Riley said. “The garage area has received severe damage due to fire and smoke. The remainder of the house also has severe damage from heat and smoke.“

Noosa Heads Police senior constable Brandon Staunton said the family’s pet, which was asleep in the downstairs area, was saved by a neighbour. Property owner, Katie Weychardt, shared to the Noosa Community Board that as they were now unable to live in the home, they were in need of a rental property. “We are the family who had the house fire at Noosaville last week,“ Katie said. “Our garage was destroyed but the rest of the house is extensively damaged by smoke and heat, so we’re unable to live there. “We are on the look out for a furnished rental property to live in for at least six months. It would need to be suitable for two adults, two kids and a small, old, well trained, deaf dog.“ She said the nature of the current rental market in Noosa was tough. “There was a house listed on the weekend that’s already had 40 applications,“ Katie said. “We’re incredibly grateful for the support we’ve already recieved, particularly from our amazing neighbours and the firies that saved our house.“

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A tiny cabin in the scrub. cess of creating an Indigenous offshoot arm of CABN, which will deal exclusively with Indigenous companies. He said: “We are working with the Kabi Kabi to build capacity for employment opportunities at every stage of construction and management of the walk, including showcasing their art and culture. For the walk itself, we intend to offer the option of a guided tour or a DIY experience, and our guides will be Kabi Kabi.“We’re totally passionate about this project and can’t wait to deliver it.”

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From page 1 “CABN is looking to connect people back to nature, create better work-life balance, build off-grid, first-class facilities and create a positive impact on the wellbeing of all who experience the Cooloola Great Walk,” he said. Although creating those off-grid facilities has proven challenging in a Covid-19 year, Lamprell was still sounding excited when he spoke to Noosa Today this week: “At the moment we are working on making the final site selections within the walk, we have all the necessary planning applications in with Gympie Council and we are close to being in the same position with Noosa Shire. The walk entails the use of four sites in Gympie’s jurisdiction and one in Noosa’s.” CABN will work with local suppliers and tradesmen and the Kabi Kabi to craft sustainable tiny eco-cabins, made from locally-sourced materials that complement the diverse range of flora, but one of the major stumbling blocks has been to locate appropriate sites that can be serviced year-round without damaging the surrounding environment. Apparently Noosa Parks Association is nearing satisfaction with the choices. According to other sources close to the project, another hold-up has been the complex negotiations over the size and roles of the Kabi Kabi workforce, but Kabi project manager Brian Warner told Noosa Today: “There are always small obstacles along the way, but our people are completely behind CABN and the other stakeholders, and we look forward to a long involvement in the Cooloola Great Walk.” Michael Lamprell, whose wife and children are Indigenous, is currently in the pro-

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Give the dingoes a break By Rose Astley Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) have moved to close campsites and a review of the management on Fraser Island has been called by Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymore following an incident involving a child and dingo on Thursday, February 4. It is believed a nine-year-old boy and his father had walked past a mob of dingoes when one approached the boy. “One of the juveniles got up and started walking towards the child — as the child turned around he stumbled in the sand and he fell, and then the dingo advanced onto that child,” a QAS spokesperson said. Paramedics assessed the child for minor injuries but no further treatment was required. QPWS attended the scene and were able to identify the responsible dingo and investigate the incident. There were concerns among the community regarding the welfare of the dingo following the attack, though QPWS confirmed there was no need to put the animal down and instead would close neighbouring campsites. Regional Director Mick Cubis said QPWS had closed Wathumba campground, Teebing (Wathumba Spit) camping area and Wathumba Road until February 28. “We’re taking this action now to reduce the potential for further negative interactions and ensure the long-term viability of the wongari (dingo) population on K’gari,” Mr Cubis said. “This will have long-term benefits for our iconic natural ecosystems and tourism, with many people coming to K’gari hoping to see

or get long-range photographs of the wongari. “Unfortunately, some day visitors and campers in the Wathumba area have been deliberately or inadvertently feeding the wongari or interacting with them for selfies. “Some wongari at Wathumba have lost their natural wariness of people and have been loitering around campers and day visitors or seeking food. “Unfortunately, some residents and visitors to the island are directly impacting on the wongari natural role in the ecosystem, which increases the risk of negative interactions.” Mr Cubis said K’gari is one of Queensland’s most popular tourist destinations, with campgrounds almost fully booked for Easter. “Unfortunately, Wathumba and Teebing are the sixth campgrounds to be temporarily closed on K’gari, after four campgrounds were temporarily closed in September last year,” he said. “Those campgrounds were closed for safety reasons in September and aren’t scheduled to be reopened until June 30. “During K’gari’s COVID-19 closure, wongari across the island quickly grew accustomed to the absence of people and continued to source their own, natural food. “Since the island reopened, we have seen a return to the thoughtless and potentially dangerous behaviour of some day visitors, campers and residents,” Mr Cubis said. Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymore had called a review of the management of Fraser Island following the incident, stating that the

Locals are calling for a review for the management of the island in the wake of several dingorelated incidents. Photo of Fraser Island dingoes by Ben van Moolenbroek. island could be “loved to death”. “I think it is timely that we have some type of reappraisal on what type of visitation is al-

Young rider killed in tragic accident By Abbey Cannan A young man has died while trying to evade police who were on the look out for a motorcycle rider driving erratically around Noosa. A 26-year-old Urangan man crashed into a pole along Eenie Creek Road at around 7.15pm on Sunday and was pronounced dead at the scene. Police had been in the Noosa area patrolling for a motorcycle following several reports of a rider driving dangerously. Superintendent Craig Hawkins said the motorcycle rider was seen in the distance by a police officer and after they proceeded further down that road, they found the rider had crashed. “The officer rendered first aid to the man but unfortunately his life could not be saved,“ he said. Supt Hawkins said it was a sad occasion for his family. “This year we’ve seen a number of crashes on our roads,“ he said. “Motorcycle riders have been by far, in a way, the majority of those deaths. Behaviours and activities of hooning nature can lead to people’s lives being lost and the important message here is that people should really be

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating a motorcycle crash that killed a 26-year-old man. considering their safety and the safety of other road users when on the roads.“ Hawkins said driver’s behaviours had changed in recent times, particularly during the Covid pandemic. “Motorcycle riding is a risky business at any time of the year, but even more so at the moment. We’re seeing motorcycle riders seem to be at more risk and their lives have been by far

the majority of lives that we have lost on the roads for the last 12 months.“ Supt Hawkins said the motorcycle would be examined for any defects. “Early indictions suggest that he’s lost control of the motorcycle and has gone on to the wrong side of the road and then hit the barrier, which has obviously caused significant injuries to him,“ he said. “We don’t know where he was going. The motorcycle was unregistered, whether that was acting on the mind of the rider or not, we can’t say.“ Hawkins said it was a difficult situation for the officers to be exposed to. “For any emergency services to turn up to those things, it’s always difficult and the best we can do is offer them they support they need,“ he said. The crash is being investigated by the Forensic Crash Unit with police appealing for anyone who witnessed the crash, or has any information in relation to the riding of a motorcycle in the area around the time of the crash, or anyone with relevant dashcam vision, to contact them. If you have information for police, contact Policelink at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.

lowed and encouraged, with the overarching aim of keeping this pristine sand island wild and natural,“ Mr Seymour said in an interview.

Charges upgraded A man arrested in relation to the alleged serious assault of a 50-year-old man in December last year has had his charges amended following the man’s death. It will be alleged round 1.30am on December 19 a 50-year-old Kuluin man was found with serious head injuries on Main Road in Maroochydore. Investigations indicated the man had allegedly been assaulted before falling backwards on a hard surface. He was taken to Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital where he passed away on December 22. A 31-year-old Maroochydore man was initially charged with grievous bodily harm, possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils. On Monday the man’s charge of grievous bodily harm was amended to unlawful striking causing death. He was bailed to appear in Maroochydore Magistrates Court on February 19.

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Ian and Sandra Lane (back) with Emma, Chloe, Oscar, Bryannie and Daniel Prentice.

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Life on wheel and road By Margaret Maccoll They go where a whim or a job takes them and have done for the past 10 years but John and Inez Muller insist they are not grey nomads it’s a lifestyle choice. It’s a lifestyle shared by more than a few caravan users as Noosa Today discovered when they visited Pomona Showgrounds last Sunday. When John Muller retired from his Queensland building business he and Inez invested in a caravan and haven’t looked back. Over the years the self-confessed “free spirits“ have raked up countless kilometres and wonderful memories. In the Kimberlies in WA while farm-sitting they cared for 60 horses and 1000 goats while the property-owners took a break, leaving them with the warning that if the rains came they could be flooded in for 3-4 months. “Don’t worry. There are guns there, just knock off an old steer,“ they told them. Luckily the rains stayed away but the outback attitude of making do has become familiar to them.In Arnhem Land they learnt about living on the land from the Indigenous people. “They were quite unique people,“ John said. “It was the best period of my life.“ John said their way of life involved sharing everything, with no concerns for dates and time. Over the years John’s workmanship has secured him a growing reputation in memorial restoration. While passing through the town of Hy-

nam in South Australia John was spotted by a member of the Hynam Heritage Group Alan Schinckel who was looking for a restorer for his great grandparent’s granite monument that marked the graves of his wool pioneer ancestor Adam Smith and wife Jane who had died in the 1870s. John’s painstaking and exacting work restored the monument to new and his services have been in high demand in the area ever since. As well as working the couple like to give back to the community wherever they go. Last year they volunteered to work with BlazeAId in New South Wales to assist farmers affected by fires until COVID19 suspended their efforts. The pandemic has impacted their travels across the country, but not to the extent it has affected their park neighbours. British-born Australians the Prentice and Lane families decided in 2019 to give up their normal lives and travel Australia but a series of tragedies, illness and COVID restrictions derailed their plans until now. Ian Lane and his wife Sandra had planed in 2019 to team up with daughter Emma and husband Daniel Prentice and their three children Chloe, Oscar and Bryannie to hitch up their caravans and see the country. When Ian’s father fell ill in England, he and Sandra travelled to England. Tragically his dad passed away. Soon after Sandra’s father had a massive heart attack and also passed away. Their daughter, having just lost both her grandfathers decided their family would also

return to England where they would mark Christmas together. Ian and Sandra booked a flight back to Australia to leave on March 24 but on March 21 the UK shut down all flights due to COVID 19. It wasn’t until July that they managed to obtain a flight back with Qantas. The Prentices flew back later, only to discover during quarantine that someone on their flight had the virus. Emma and Daniel both tested positive consequently but were cleared after 36 days quarantine. Two years on the family have been able to continue their dream lifestyle. Ian, a painter and decorator and Daniel, a builder, have picked up work along the way in addition to farm-sitting. At a recent farm-sit at Traveston the owners returned to find their renovations completed and have invited back. “You’re the best house-sitters we’ve ever had,“ they told them. “As long as we’ve got our health we’ll do it,“ Ian said of their new lifestyle. “We love going to places people don’t get to. “It’s surprising how little you need. As long as you have somewhere to put your head down at night that’s all that matters.“ Emma and Daniel are home schooling their children along the way and sharing their journey through travel blog, Free to Range Oz, and the children say they love seeing different places and getting through their school work much faster than they would in school. Artist Wayne Bibby has lived in Noosa Shire for about 30 years but only recently discovered

caravan living. “I’m a guy who lives in sheds,“ he said. But after five years living in a shed in Cooran the owners decided to sell the property so Wayne bought a caravan.Without a car Wayne will rely on “hitching a ride“ if he wants to shift but Pomona Showgrounds suits him just fine at present. Hitching a ride is no problem for Wayne who relies on it as his usual form of transport. In his trademark Drizabone jacket that protects him from cold and heat when Wayne is not hitching a ride he is whittling his beautifully carved wooden staffs made from camphor laurel wood, which are in high demand. Wayne followed in his father’s footsteps in NSW to become a builder then after moving to Noosa turned his hand to whittling and creating bespoke artificial ponds. Roy Leslie worked as a exploratory driller for mining companies for the past 20 years but decided he’d “had enough of it“. With their kids grown up and having left home Roy and his wife and dog, Paleo, took to the road in a converted bus and for the past six months has been travelling Queensland. “We pick up work here and there along the way,“ Roy said. “Lots of people have larger properties and have animals that want to be fed. They’re happy to put you up if you have your own accommodation. They’ll supply living expenses and you feed the animals while they’re away. “We try to go to lovely places and enjoy life on the road.“

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The state of Noosa’s STAs By Margaret Maccoll The biggest issues in developing the new Noosa Plan, short term accommodation (STA), continues to raise questions in the community. It also did at Noosa Council this week in discussions over a development application for an STA at 3 Robert Street, Noosaville. Council CEO Brett de Chastel said there were two main issues relating to STAs that dominated discussion during the development of the Noosa Plan and just weren’t going away. These were to what extent does Council have the right to regulate people’s choice to live in or rent their properties and the rights of residents to retain their traditional residential amenity. Under the new planning scheme the shire is mapped into tourist, high, medium and low density residential zones with STAs considered an “inconsistent use“ of property in low density zones. Real estate agent Dan Neylan said the new rules over STAs were continuing to confuse people and the zones were impacting property values. He said in a recent case a buyer pulled out of buying a $2 million property when he found out it could not be holiday let and the property later sold for $200,000 less than was initially offered. A holiday rental agency spokeswoman said recent increases in Noosa property values had led some holiday tariffs to skyrocket. She said the restrictions on STAs would price some mum and dad holiday makers out of Noosa. Sunshine Beach resident Julia Craddock who neighbours a property approved last month for STA development describes herself as “a long standing resident whose amenity is being destroyed by short-term accommodation”. “Many passersby approached me and asked me what the owners’ public notice of

Gympie Terrace, Noosaville is a popular holiday destination. “Application for Material Change STA” meant? I would explain and each time the sneering, disgusted response would be “party-house”. Yes I know there are to be no party-houses in Noosa, but the practical reality and lived experience of residents is that STA’s are exactly that,” she said. Council estimates there are 4900 dwellings being used for short term accommodation in Noosa Shire. Since the Noosa Plan 2020 was adopted last July there have been eight applications for STA under the new planning scheme and 17 under the superseded planning scheme. Council’s development assessment manager Kerri Coyle said Council had received 20 requests to provide written confirmation that a property had existing rights for STA. She said the requests typically came from the proposed sale of a property with the new land owner wishing to confirm existing use rights and a number of the properties were unable to demonstrate that they had existing use rights. In Council’s Planning and Environment

Committee Meeting on Tuesday Cr Tom Wegener questioned how it was possible to allow an STA development application approval to essentially enable a commercial letting business to operate permanently without having to comply with the requirements needed by commercial operators such as resorts and was told there were no requirements in the building code. Cr Wegener also asked what happens when tenants don’t comply with Codes of Conduct within STAs and was told without a Local Law to govern conduct Council conditions didn’t call for Codes of Conduct, though applicants have said they were willing to have them. Cr Karen Finkel raised concerns about the percentage of STAs in residential communities, its impact on amenity and impact on the availability of affordable housing. “At what point is this going to reach saturation and lose the amenity of residential neighbourhoods,“ she said. “Is the rationale to create a precinct or do we want to maintain a balance.“

Picture: ROB MACCOLL Cr Finkel also said given Council was looking for land to build affordable housing were they making the best use of built structures given the shortage of land. The state government imposed a condition on approving the Noosa Plan to monitor the outcomes relating to short-term accommodation, tourism and housing supply across the residential zones for two years post-adoption. The monitoring needs to include comparison data to demonstrate the relevance of the scheme, the economic and social benefits across the residential zones, housing supply, diversity and tourism. Ms Coyle said Council would conduct a preliminary review of STAs this July and a full review a year later to determine any change in the number of properties approved or operating STA. There will be more discussion in Monday’s General Meeting with the issue referred due to its significance in the community.

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Playground deadline By Margaret Maccoll Noosa Council are on a deadline to complete Cooroy’s Hinterland Adventure Playground by 31 December to retain the State Government’s $2.78 million funding toward the project. Last week councillors voted at a Special Meeting to award Aspect Contractors a contract to design and build the playground within the time constraints at a cost of $3.76 million, which was almost a $1.6 million reduction from their initial tender of $5.349 million. Council officers said after tenders came back higher than expected they had gone through 178 cost items to maintain the vision but keep to budget. Cost savings have been made through changes to the design of items such as the amenities block which will be more traditional than first imagined and through the omission of art works. Cr Karen Finzel said the inclusion of community art was an important factor in engaging the community and she would investigate alternate funding to include art. “I can see there is scope for community art in a space like this,“ she said.Cr Frank Wilkie said there was capacity to include public art elements further down the track. Noosa CEO Brett de Chastel said it was easier to obtain funding for art projects than for large-scale infrastructure projects. He said the State Government were looking at where major council projects were up to and trying to claw money back. He said they were not as flexible as in the past and the playground would have a “fairly hard end date“ although they may show leniency if delays are caused by COVID-issues. Mayor Clare Stewart raised the possibility of providing an amenities block that met the needs of people with high care needs, such as one recently built in the Sunshine Coast. “No park across the shire meets their

Artists impression of the playground. needs,“ she said. Mr de Chastel said the option would be explored. Current designs for the all-abilities playground include a double flying-fox, climbing tower with slide, climbing structures with swings, water play area, picnic shelters and an amenities block. Council’s acting infrastructure services director Bryan O’Connor said Aspect Contractors had significant experience building similar projects. They have completed projects at

Mary Cairncross Park in Maleny, Nambour Skate Park and Queens Park in Maryborough. “They have a strong track record with Council, they are highly capable and well resourced,” he said. Cr Stewart said the project design had stayed true to the original brief which was for an iconic, nature-based, all-abilities playground that would attract people to Cooroy and cater for locals too. “Nature-based playgrounds not only offer children obvious exercise benefits but they

encourage their social and emotional development, cultivate their imaginations and an appreciation of nature,” she said. Council last week approved a Material Change of Use application for the Maple Street site, with conditions to address flooding concerns, including a flood warning system and fencing. Construction of the parking area forms part of a separate tender process, which will be reported to Council for a decision shortly, Cr Stewart said.

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Tourism Noosa and Visit Sunshine Coast have joined forces to launch a new campaign through Ignite Travel Group to entice visitors to take their next break in the region. The campaign - ‘Beautiful Sunshine Coast, Breathtaking Noosa’ aims to encourage bookings from our key interstate markets of Greater Sydney and Melbourne to the Sunshine Coast from February through to August 2021, targeting off-peak periods. The multi-channel campaign will roll out across major news mastheads, targeted electronic newsletters, social media and in-store display. Working with Ignite Travel Group brands and partners: My Queensland, Flybuys Travel and Flight Centre; the promotion will showcase high-value accommodation and attraction packages, averaging a stay of five-nights to boost visitor spend in the region. Visit Sunshine Coast CEO Matt Stoeckel said the aim of the campaign was simple - to drive visitors to the region when we need them the most, being in our shoulder periods in the leadup to Easter. “The campaign is very timely, and targets our interstate markets, including Greater Sydney where border restrictions were eased earlier in the week. So for many Sydneysiders that missed out on a break over Christmas, now is a great opportunity for them take advantage of some great packages on offer and book a Sunshine Coast holiday.” Ignite Travel was chosen as the campaign partner due to their broad consumer touchpoints and multi-channel distribution, says Melanie Anderson, Tourism Noosa’s CEO. “The campaign package deals will reach a new audience, increasing awareness of the destination and driving bookings and spend from our key source markets.” The campaign is running from now until 28 February 2021. Visit https:// www.myqldholiday.com.au/sunshinecoast-holidays/

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Boom time on the Coast It’s been dubbed “the new Noosa” since the late 1970s, when the old Noosa was only just starting to flourish. But following a decade from hell, the twin beach towns of Agnes Water and Town of 1770, which are the hub of central Queensland’s Discovery Coast, are booming at last. Since domestic travel began opening up again last June, the coronavirus pandemic has fueled a massive 100 percent increase in tourism occupancy over the second half of calendar 2020. In some cases, hotels that were reporting single digit occupancy just a few years ago in the wake of bushfires and the closure of boat access to Lady Musgrave Island, and struggled to remain open, are now vibrant again. According to Mark Hulst, who, with wife Janene, manages the 60 beach homes, apartments and motel units that make up the popular Sandcastles 1770 Resort, occupancy for the six months to December was up 110 percent. He told Noosa Today: “A large percentage of guests were first time visitors to the town and many liked it so much that they have booked again for another stay. Christmas/New Year 2021 is nearly booked out already.” While longtime residents have become used to a boom and bust cycle, this is the key to Agnes/1770’s long-term tourism future that

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next domestic trip. On my most recent visit, on the beach and in the water I encountered many first-timers who had their own versions

of “should have come here years ago”. Meanwhile, as the flight from the cities continues, estate agents in town report that sales are the strongest they have been for many years, with some buyers buying sight unseen and prices rapidly on the increase, with many holiday homes and apartments listed and selling at 20-40 percent more than a year ago. While I was in town, one of the Sandcastles beach homes, listed at $335,000 last summer with little interest, relisted at $395,000 with a stampede of buyers expressing an interest. Other indicators of the boom are that local builders are booked out with contracts for the next 12 to 18 months, while a local school had 40 new families registered at the start of this term. When I first visited Agnes Water, three hours down the rough old dirt track from Miriam Vale, more than 40 years ago, my surfing mate and I stayed in a fishing shack on the front row of the campground and paid our two dollars a night to bone-thin old bushie Tom Jeffery, whose family had pioneered cattle grazing and primitive tourism on the old Agnes Water Station, clearing a track from Workman’s Beach up to Round Hill Creek, which locals refused to call “1770”, many decades before Invasion Day became a thing.

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Agnes beach and point. Tom and his young family moved from their property near Miriam Vale to Agnes in 1951, and although the isolation was sometimes tough on the kids, the camping business did well, supplemented by up to 80 unofficial fishing shack leases hidden in the coastal scrub. But by the late 1970s, Tom had had enough. His health was failing and the upkeep of the flourishing campground and the squatter colony wasn’t helping. And the developers were circling. Jeffery sold 365 acres to developer Lance Woodrow for a thousand dollars an acre, but before Woodrow could even think about putting in a development application, the Miriam Vale Shire Council insisted that every illegal shack had to come down. Even Woodrow himself wasn’t spared when his own shack was bulldozed by a council contractor in the early hours of the morning. “If I’d been sleeping in it, I would have been killed!” he shouted at the councillors during an expletive-filled harangue at the next meeting. This was the start of “the new Noosa”, a term bandied about by developers even before the old Noosa had fully come of age as a sophisticated beach resort. But while there were definitely physical similarities - a stunningly beautiful strip of coast and adjacent estuary surrounded by national parks - there were also major differences, such as the lack of decent roads and infrastructure, emergency medical care and a decent supermarket. It was like living in the Outback, and the sea-changers weren’t ready for it.Throughout the 1980s and ‘90s, many more developers

came and went, usually parroting the “new Noosa” mantra, but never quite pulling it off, even after the electricity and the phone came, a new road from Bundaberg cut down travel time and a primary school opened. Each new phase of development optimism usually followed the sale of beachfront land to a celebrity investor. Film producer John “Strop” Cornell was one of the early names, and when he sold it was to Michael Baevski, of the Myer retail family, who had also snapped up the old sand mining lease for an eco-retreat he called Sunrise at 1770, even though it was a dozen kilometres south of Cook’s landing spot.According to real estate veteran Garry Rapley, the best years up to now were between 2000 and 2008, when the global financial crisis began. Then things got healthy again in 2011 when Gladstone, just an hour up the road, became the hub of the Queensland mining boom. But in the years since, as the mining boom passed and holiday homes hit the market at less than replacement cost, tourism to the Discovery Coast took a series of body blows as a sightseeing plane crashed, killing one passenger, a day-tripper boat servicing Lady Musgrave Island caught fire and sank with no loss of life, and a fishing trawler claimed the lives of six local men when it sank in Bustard Bay.Add to the misery the facts that the Round Hill Creek bar silted up so much that many commercial boats still cannot use it, and in late 2018, a ring of bushfires caused mass evacuations when it looked like Agnes Water would burn. It didn’t, but the crisis knocked another hole

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in the Christmas holiday trade. Is it any wonder that the 2000 or so toughas-nails locals are rubbing their hands together with glee at the new boom! The other night we enjoyed a barbeque dinner with some residents of the idyllic Sunrise at 1770 Estate. As we sat sipping our wines on the deck overlooking the Discovery Coast

bathed in moonlight, the chatter was mainly about how well things were going. Perhaps because, thanks to Michael Baevski and the Myer fortune, Sunrise can never be over-developed, no one mentioned how Agnes and 1770 could put the brakes on before the relaxed lifestyle suffered. Not yet, anyway.

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Helping invisible injuries By Abbey Cannan A Noosa family will soon be embarking on a 12 month PTSD national awareness campaign, with the support of the community needed to get them on the road. Invisible Injuries charity will be hosting an official tour launch and fundraiser on Saturday 27 February from 5.30pm to 11.30pm at Noosa Dolphins Rugby Union Club. Founder and director Andy Fermo said it will be an evening of entertainment, drinks, food, and good times. “We’re packing our bags as a family to embark on a 12 month PTSD national awareness campaign to uncover the inspirational stories, groups, holistic services, specialists and respite retreats over 17 regional and rural locations in 2021,” he said. “Our goal is to reach over 1000 individuals and 200 families of veterans and first responders experiencing PTSD with our message, information, support, connection and to open up the mental health, PTSD and suicide conversation through music.” Tickets to the event include food truck dinner, drinks on arrival and six hours of live music entertainment with an amazing local line up of a solo artists, two bands, three DJs, a comedian and a MC. “Topping off the smorgasbord of entertainment, we’ll have lucky door prizes and a silent auction boasting Noosa experiences that’ll have you chomping at the bit to make a bid,” Andy said. “With your support, all proceeds will enable us to provide our service delivery to our target audience from: creation and production of content for our programs, building our ondemand database resource, self-hosted and collaborative events, DJ gigs and suicide prevention workshops. “The planning and organisation for our trip has been huge and almost two years in the making. We are so close now and excited for

Invisible Injuries founder and director Andy Fermo has planned a 12 month PTSD national awareness campaign. you to all join us and be a part of this journey.” To purchase a ticket to the event head to www.eventbrite.com.au/e/invisble-injuries2021-tour-launch-fundraiser-tickets For more information on Invisible Injuries visit www.invisibleinjuries.org.au

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Sunshine Butterflies soaring ahead into new shelter A new training room and pick up/drop off shelter was officially opened at Sunshine Butterflies on Monday, creating new opportunities for Noosa people with disabilities and their families. Wide Bay MP Llew O’Brien said the multipurpose training room and shelter at the ‘Our Backyard’ disability support facility in Cooroibah were funded through a $42,539 grant, through the Federal Liberal and Nationals Government’s Building Better Regions Fund. “This training room provides an accessible space for people of all abilities to access education, training and workshops and will create employment and training pathways for members of the community as well as individuals living with disability; and the shelter will make pick-ups and drop-offs more comfortable for people visiting Sun-

shine Butterflies, its staff and volunteers,” Mr O’Brien said. “For the people who use Sunshine Butterflies, their families and the staff, these buildings are more than just a training room and a shelter - they are an opportunity for local people with disabilities to build their skills and independence, and boost their well-being and inclusion within the community.” Mr O’Brien said the training and education room would also be used by Registered Training Organisations to deliver accreditation to students, thereby boosting education and employment opportunities in Noosa. “This is a fantastic result for Sunshine Butterflies, the people who use its incredibly valuable service, and the Noosa community, and it has also boosted the local Noosa economy through its construction, support-

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Is your dog a star? Actor Melinda Schneider has put out a call for pawditions for a furry co-star.Melinda Schneider returns to The J Noosa and The Events Centre Caloundra to pay tribute to the legendary Doris Day, who passed away, aged 97. Melinda will perform her show, A Farewell To Doris on Saturday March 20 at the J Noosa and Saturday March 27 at The Events Centre Caloundra, and is on the search for a local four-legged star. The six-time CMAA Golden Guitar Award winner is inviting dogs of all breeds to “pawdition” for a starring role in the show. The dogs must be obedient, professional,

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A USC midwifery expert who has studied the birth trauma experiences of hundreds of women is set to feature in a new documentary. Dr Rachel Reed from USC’s School of Nursing and Midwifery was interviewed for Birth Time: The Documentary, which is due to screen across Australia from 11 February to 9 March, including at Nambour’s Majestic Cinemas on Sunday 28 February at 6.30pm. Dr Reed said one in three women globally were reporting traumatic experiences of childbirth, including in Australia, despite it having one of the world’s most advanced medical systems. “In Australia we have a heavily medicalised maternity system that leads to a lot of interventions for women, many of whom do not particularly want or need them,” said the Senior Lecturer in Midwifery. “There have been reports of coercion and manipulation. Often, it’s not done intentionally - rather more as an attempt to mitigate medical risk. But what is not counted is the emotional risks facing women if they experience disrespectful care. “Birth trauma is not about how a woman births. It’s about how she was treated during birth. There’s more to trauma than a physically traumatic experience.” In a 2017 study of more than 700 women including Australian women, published in BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, Dr Reed and other researchers recommended a greater prioritisation of the emotional needs of women. “Legal and professional standards reinforce that the mother is the decision maker, and it is the care provider’s job to offer evi-

USC Senior Lecturer in Midwifery Dr Rachel Reed with local mother Belinda Costello. dence-based care and respectfully support the woman in the decisions she makes,” she said. Dr Reed said Queensland recently implemented guidelines for care providers partnering with women who declined recommended maternity care, with many care providers and clinicians supporting the changes. “A woman’s interpretation of care might often be different to that of the care provider,” she said. “For example, if she feels coerced into having a caesarean, it may be that the reasons for the recommendation were not explained or she wasn’t aware of her right to decline. So it comes back to how we engage with women.” Premiere screenings of Birth Time: the documentary will be followed by panel discussions with the Birth Time team. A full list of screening dates is available at Filmink.

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Grete Gawthorn recipient of an Academic Commendation award. results achieved by the Class of 2020 continue the history of graduating Year 12s achieving excellent results. We look forward to hearing of the next steps of the Class of 2020.” In addition to these terrific results, the College was also delighted to hear that Class of 2020 Dux Cole Suter, Grete Gawthorn and Zoe Wing were also acknowledged by the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority with a Certificate of Academic Commendation for achieving an A result in all six of their subjects. This is a phenomenal effort, and a true reflection of the hard work and time effort in these students have invested into their senior studies. The current cohort of Year 12 students at Good Shepherd have made a strong start to the year and will certainly be inspired by the achievements of the Class of 2020.

The new Orealla Crescent Bridge is a major feat of engineering that used a Lego-style construction to create the 24-metre span. The unique design and construction process resulted in significant cost-savings, slashing nearly three million dollars from the initial projected cost of $6.3 million. Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart joined Federal Member for Wide Bay and Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Llew O’Brien, contractors SGQ and local suppliers on Monday 8 February to officially open the new Orealla Crescent Bridge at Sunrise Beach. Mayor Stewart said the huge savings and complex build was a credit to all involved. “We now have a bridge with a 166-tonne rating and a lifespan of 100 years to cater for our long-term traffic needs,” she said. “A feature of this project was the use of Noosa-based businesses TOD Consulting Engineers, who produced the bridge design and NEACH who supplied the pedestrian handrails,” she said. Mr O’Brien said the project had been a well-orchestrated partnership between Noosa Council, the Australian Government and construction contractor SGQ. “This project generated over 50 local jobs and involved 34 suppliers, with construction starting in April last year at the height of the pandemic, and it was completed within 10 months and under budget,” Mr O’Brien said. “It’s a tangible example of what can be achieved through collaboration, with quality Australian workmanship. “The bridge is used by more than 12,000 vehicles every day, so this upgrade will ensure a safer, more reliable road network to help keep Noosa’s traffic and its economy running smoothly, as well as creating

Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart, Federal Member for Wide Bay and Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Llew O’Brien, and Mark Goodwin of SGQ (right) unveil a new Tingira Park sign at the official opening of the new Orealla Bridge. much-needed jobs for local people as we recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. “The Morrison Government is committed to improving local roads and bridges such as Orealla Bridge to keep people safe and deliver long-term benefits to pedestrians, drivers and local communities,” Mr O’Brien said. The complicated build required 32 concrete decks to be manufactured off-site at a number of different locations across southeast Queensland, before each was individually transported to the site for installation. The new Orealla Bridge was built using 40 tonnes of Australian steel, more than 210 cubic metres of concrete, 140 tonnes of asphalt and 32 concrete wall panels and deck units, each weighing about 11 tonnes. In association with the construction of the new bridge, Noosa Council resurfaced impacted sections of Orealla Crescent and completed landscaping of the nearby open space. The project was funded on a 50/50 basis by the Australian Government through the Bridges Renewal Program and the Noosa Council.

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The graduating cohort of 2020 were used to being the guinea pigs when it came to schooling. They were the first year to complete the compulsory year of Prep, it seemed fitting that they were also the first cohort to receive an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) under the new Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE). The external assessment contributes 25 per cent up to 50 per cent of the final result and is used as the primary mechanism nationally for tertiary admissions. ATAR is a number (percentile rank) between 0.00 and 99.95 that indicates a students’ position relative to all the students in their age group. “We are thrilled at how well these students adapted to the new system,” Head of Senior Studies, Matt Armstrong said. “Even a year disrupted through Covid-19 was not a deterrent for these young adults to give their best. Thirty-four per cent of our students received an ATAR of 90+ with three students obtaining a 99+ ATAR. A further 68 per cent received an ATAR of 80+ which is a very strong result.” Good Shepherd’s success continued with 70 per cent receiving an offer for their first preference course and institution and a further 11 per cent receiving an offer for their second preference. A very diverse range of courses were selected including Business / Business Management / Commerce, Law, Psychology, Engineering, Biomedicine and even Paramedic Science. Good Shepherd Principal Anthony Dyer said, “81 per cent of offers are for our graduates’ first or second preference. The high ATAR

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Win big in car lottery Katie Rose Cottage Hospice has launched their first car lottery, set to raise much needed funds for the not-for-profit charity following a lack of fundraising events due to Covid-19. Someone will be the very lucky winner of a new VW Polo, with thanks to their lottery partner, Cricks VW Maroochydore. Chairperson for KRCH Carol Raye said the lottery should help raise awareness of the invaluable service they provide to the Sunshine Coast community. “This, our very first, car lottery will raise much needed funds for our Hospice following fundraising losses last year due to Covid-19,“ she said. “We look forward to seeing our supporters at Noosa Civic Shopping Centre, where the car will be on display and tickets can be purchased in the week commencing Monday 8 February.“ The hospice has been operating 24/7 for two years, in which time they have cared for

over 130 guests and supported their families at no cost. “As an accredited, not-for-profit charity we pride ourselves on providing end-of-life care to those most vulnerable in our community,“ Carol said. “Our service is provided by dedicated and professional registered nurses and carers who specialise in terminal, end-of-life care and have a team of 270 plus volunteers who generously donate their time - including personal carers, gardeners, admin staff, hospice support teams and our wonderful op shop and warehouse volunteers.“ The second prize for the lottery will be $3000 cash and third prize will be $1000 cash. Tickets go on sale from Monday 1 February and will be drawn on Friday 30 April. The odds of winning are fantastic as only 3500 tickets will be sold at $20 each or a book of 10 tickets will cost $150. Tickets will be available at the Noosaville Warehouse Op Shop, Tewantin Op Shop, Cooroy Op Shop and Maroochydore Op Shop.

Katrina Dargie from Katie Rose with Dealer Principal Cricks VW Maroochydore, Dean Stewart.

Yellow Book’s one year of inspiring great design Sunshine Coast Council’s ‘Yellow Book’ is celebrating one-year of inspiring and promoting quality design on the Sunshine Coast. Within just 12 months the now iconic Sunshine Coast Design book has received two national design awards, a state award, and has been featured in more than 15 national, state and local publications. More than 800 hardcover copies have been sold and distributed and the book has been accessed online from council’s website 3,550 times. Environment and Liveability Portfolio Councillor Peter Cox has been involved with the book from inception and said he’s excited to celebrate its first anniversary. “What a year! It wasn’t long after we launched this vibrant, eye catching book our region was moving into lockdown amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, however that hasn’t overshadowed the book’s launch which is evident in its many awards and demanding circulation,” Cr Cox said. “You might be thinking what’s all the fuss over a ‘yellow book’? Sunshine Coast Design is a resource to help design homes, buildings, parks, public spaces, streets and neighbourhoods on the Sunshine Coast using a set of simple and accessible values and design principles. “This book explains the whys and the hows when it comes to achieving good design on the Sunshine Coast - rather than just ‘anywhere’. “It doesn’t push a certain architectural or

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landscape style, rather, it encourages the use of the values and design principles to inform good design.” The Sunshine Coast Design book is an outcome of the Sunshine Coast Design Strategy, created in partnership with the local community, design and development industry, to strengthen the Sunshine Coast ’look and feel’ to create great places for residents and visitors. Fellow Environment and Liveability Portfolio Councillor Maria Suarez said the Sunshine Coast Design book was a pioneering

publication and encouraged anyone who hadn’t yet read it to do so. “Our healthy, smart and creative region includes lush hinterlands you can roam for hours, surf, sand and sun, open shady streets and an enviable sub-tropical climate. Who wouldn’t want to live here?” Cr Suarez said. “As the Sunshine Coast becomes one of Australia’s most desirable places to live, as a council we need to encourage design that reflects our region’s values and characteristics, so it remains a very special place.

“Our ‘yellow book’ shares ideas on how to create a lifestyle that connects residents to nature and encourages design specifically for our region, as home and building design that are built in other states aren’t always the best fit for our climate.” Coolum based Majstorovic Architecture features in the ‘Yellow Book’ with the design of ‘Breezeway’ and ‘Yaroomba House’ which exemplify the Sunshine Coast design principles. “I use the ‘Yellow Book’ to reinforce all of the passive design values I have employed in my work for the past 35 years,” Majstorovic Architecture Director Dragi Majstorovic said. “These passive elements which are fortunately in abundance in our sub-tropical locale are not to be taken for granted, rather, they should be ‘built in’ to our architecture and buildings. “The ability for a house to maintain passive thermal comfort throughout the year between 22-26 degrees is an absolute joy to live in, and many clients who thought that air-conditioning systems were a must in this climate are pleasantly surprised how this “myth” can be designed out of the building with correct shading and window placement, orientation and elevation.” You can celebrate this first anniversary milestone with us by downloading the ‘yellow book’ for free on council’s website, borrowing it from your local library or have your very own by purchasing a hardcover copy from select bookshops or council’s Customer Service Centres.

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Feral cats will be targeted An ambitious conservation proposal dubbed ‘Project Noah’ was launched on the Sunshine Coast last Friday to combat the killing of native wildlife by feral cats. Environment and Energy Committee chair Ted O’Brien was joined by Wildlife Volunteers Association (WILVOs) chair Sylvia Whiting and wildlife survivors of cat attacks to launch a Parliamentary Inquiry Report that recommends Project Noah and other measures to help protect wildlife from cats. “Feral cats kill over three billion native animals across Australia each year, equating to a kill rate of more than 1,100 per cat,” Mr O’Brien said. “More wildlife is killed by feral cats on an

annual basis than all the wildlife that perished in last year’s Black Summer Bushfires, which really puts this problem in perspective. “Feral cats need to be culled, but it’s going to take time before we have the technology to rid these lethal carnivores from our natural environment at the scale required, and in an affordable and humane way. “And this is where Project Noah comes in. “Feral cat eradication is complicated and we welcome the Government’s support to help solving this critical issue,” AWC chief science officer John Kanowski said. “AWC has demonstrated the outstanding success in ongoing exclusion of feral cats (and other pests) from our sanctuaries and this has

led to the consequent recovery of many threatened species.” AWC has eight fenced areas and one island supporting populations of 15 threatened mammal species, undertakes research on the ecology of feral cats and is a leading advocate for the establishment of feral cat-free areas in Australia. Ms Whiting said many of their wonderful wildlife volunteers cared for injured, sick and orphaned animals that had fallen victim to cats. “The more we can do to protect native species, the better,” she said. Other recommendations in the Committee’s report included further research to un-

derstand cat impacts; develop nationally consistent definitions for feral, stray and domestic cats; develop gene drive technology and manage cat-borne diseases. A ‘reset’ of the Australian Government’s policy, planning and resourcing was also recommended to include a new iteration of the Threat Abatement Plan for feral cats, a revised Threatened Species Strategy, a review of the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act as well as new management of domestic cats including increased support for de-sexing, registration and microchipping, a consideration of night curfews, and a national cat ownership education campaign.

NOOSA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Snake noodle season has been keeping the Noosa Snake Catcher Luke Huntley on his toes.

Snake hatching By Abbey Cannan Baby snakes are of the plenty around Noosa as birthing and hatching season has arrived, according to snake catcher Luke Huntley who provides some tips on what to do if you come across them. Luke said he has been flat out relocating clutches of baby snakes from around Noosa homes, businesses and schools. “Breeding season runs from September to November. Over Christmas the female snakes go down to lay their eggs or incubate the live baby snakes inside them,” he said. “The Christmas period is where a lot of female snakes lay their eggs. Around the end of January to early April is when these snakes eggs hatch or they give birth to live young.” He said certain species were either egg layers or live birth. “For example carpet pythons lay eggs and red bellied black snakes give birth to live young. So around this time of year we call it snake noodle season, because there’s so many tiny baby snakes everywhere.” Luke said that if you come across a snake, it is important stay calm and remove any children or pets from the area. “Either wait for it to go away by itself or give me a call if you need advice or want it gone,” he said. Luke said he relocates the snakes in State forests around the northern end of the Sunshine Coast. For advice on snake relocation contact Luke on 0499 920 290.

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Extraordinary cruising The team at Noosa Cruise and Travel & Helloworld Travel Cooroy are thrilled to be holding a cruise information event on Friday 26 February at Noosa Springs. They invite you all to come along to be updated and inspired on small ship cruising for when you can cruise again. Over the last 12 months, the cruise industry has been working incredibly hard to ensure safety protocols and systems are in place for their crew and guests. Working tirelessly along side Government and industry bodies to ensure the industries future. Cruising will be back and now is the time to book for 2022 and 2023 voyages. Luxury small ships are either booked out or at 80 per cent capacity for 2022. Many people around the world, including Australian travellers, have had their cruise bookings transferred to 2022, therefore availability is limited. Smaller cruise lines have taken the opportunity to build more exciting, luxurious and advanced technolodgy on board the finest ships at sea. This small ship event will show-

Cruising will be back and now is the time to book for 2022 and 2023 voyages. case River and Ocean Cruise Lines, icebreakers, expedition vessels and yachts. The team and cruise companies are excited to hold this event to educate, update and

inform on small ship cruising and invite you to come along to answer any questions you may have. Current trends for post pandemic cruising are for smaller ships, longer itinerar-

ies and unique destinations. This event will showcase all of these and more for you to compare. “Smaller ships have more personal space than the larger ships. Any concerns for social distancing should be appeased onboard the smaller lines with large suites with balconies and more open public spaces,’’ Owner of Noosa Cruise and Travel and Helloworld Travel Cooroy, Natalie Cherry said. There has never been a better time to book a small ship cruise at the right price. The deposits required are low and most cruise lines offer “book with confidence“ terms and conditions giving travellers the confidence to book something to look forward to. Bonus savings and promotions will be available at the event. If you don’t want to miss out on another year of sailing or need some inspiration, we welcome you to join us at our event to see what extraordinary cruising opportunities we can offer you. Registration is required please email sheryl@nccat.com.au or call 0754498866 for more information.

Travel trend keeps family business thriving in Noosa By Abbey Cannan After the Covid-19 pandemic put a sudden halt to overseas travel, road trips have boomed with locals enjoying what their own state has to offer. This new travel trend has kept Tyrepower Noosa staff on their toes, upgrading and servicing vehicles to get them ready to hit the road. The local business has been family owned and operated by Dallas, Allison and Ashley

Flanders for over 15 years. “We’ve been very busy with people setting up their vehicles to travel Australia and Queensland, which is brilliant,“ Ashley said. “In previous years, before flights became so cheap, we would be busy helping people set up their cars for the school holidays. But once they started travelling overseas, there was a decline in those areas. “We have found since the Covid-19 pandemic started, that people are servicing their vehicles to visit relatives interstate and ac-

tually exploring their own country, which is great.“ Ashley said they specialise in the 4WD range and are more than happy to provide advice to those in Noosa that are new to fourwheel driving. The Noosa region has plenty of beaches and anyone interested in off-road driving will eventually be faced with the prospect of driving on sand. It can be an intimidating experience to newcomers, but something that can be man-

aged with the right skill sets and understanding of basic principles. “If people want some advice or local knowledge of the area, we’re happy to educate people in the best way we can,“ Ashley said. If you’re looking for 4WD accessories, new tyres, a vehicle service, a tyre repair, or even some great advice, be sure to visit Tyrepower Noosa at 138 Eumundi Rd, Noosaville. For more information call 5449 7785 or visit www.tyrepower4x4noosa.com.au

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Aussie Chris Hemsworth (pictured) returns as Thor in this dark Marvel sequel that is peppered with welcome moments of humour. Back in the fantastical world of Asgard – and in a plot that doesn’t really make sense, but since when did that matter? – Loki (a fantastic Tom Hiddleston) is in prison, while on Earth scientist Jane (Natalie Portman) is trying to get on with life without Thor, but a normal existence is out of the question when she gets cursed with a powerful object. Alas, Thor must come to the rescue to protect it before evil gets its dirty mitts on it and tries to take over Earth. Chris O’Dowd (Bridesmaids) brings some light to the dark plot as Jane’s possible new love, while Kat Dennings is also entertaining as Jane’s new intern. A fantastical action ﬁlm, its real punch lies in its special eﬀects – and Hemsworth’s muscles. Chris Hemsworth stars in Thor: The Dark World

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6.00 WorldWatch. 9.30 Greek News. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 ABC America: World News Tonight. 1.00 PBS NewsHour. 2.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (PG, R) 2.05 China From Above. (R) 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 China From Above. (R) 4.25 Great British Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 5.00 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.30 Jeopardy! (PG)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Am I A Serial Killer? (2019, Mv, R) Monroe Cline. 2.00 House Of Wellness. (PG) 3.00 The Chase. Hosted by Bradley Walsh. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Andrew O’Keefe.

6.00 Today. The latest in news, current affairs, sport, politics, entertainment, fashion, health and lifestyle. 9.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. Reviews, previews, interviews, highlights and opinions from the Australian Open at Melbourne Park. 10.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 5. From Melbourne Park.

6.00 Headline News. 7.30 Entertainment Tonight. (PG, R) 8.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (Md) 1.00 Jamie & The Nonnas. (R) 2.00 Entertainment Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 Farm To Fork. (PG) 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 The Drum. Analysis of the day’s news. 7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories. 7.30 Gardening Australia. (Return) Jane Edmanson meets city-living bees. 8.30 Vera. (Mv, R) DCI Vera Stanhope and her team investigate the mysterious death of a John Doe. 10.00 Mum. (Return, Ml) Cathy and her family arrive in the countryside. 10.30 State Of The Union. (Ml, R) Tom moves out following a bad session. 10.45 ABC Late News. 11.00 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (R) 11.30 Aftertaste. (Mls, R) 12.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Secrets Of China’s Forbidden City. (PG, R) Explores the history of the Forbidden City. 8.30 Who Do You Think You Are? Kate Winslet. (PG) Kate Winslet follows a rumour of Scandinavian ancestry on her late mum’s side of the family. 9.35 My Grandparents’ War: Kristin Scott Thomas. (PGa, R) Part 2 of 4. 10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 8 Out Of 10 Cats. (MA15+l, R) 11.55 The Looming Tower. (Mlsv, R) 3.45 Great British Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 5.00 CGTN English News. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle English News.

6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs. 8.30 MOVIE: Captain America: Civil War. (2016, Malv, R) After another incident involving the Avengers results in collateral damage, political interference leads to an open fight between Iron Man and Captain America over the future of the team and an old friend. Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr, Scarlett Johansson. 11.30 To Be Advised. 1.00 MOVIE: Taken Away. (1996, PGa, R) 3.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PGln, R) 5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 Nine News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 5. From Melbourne Park. 11.00 Chicago Med. (MA15+am, R) Will’s first task as a criminal informant puts a strain on his relationship with Natalie. 12.00 Straight Forward. (Mlv, R) A con woman is forced to flee to New Zealand and start a completely different life. 1.00 Destination WA. (PG) Trevor Cochrane heads to the Cocos Islands where he learns how to kitesurf. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Global Shop. Home shopping. 4.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Customs. (PG, R) Follows customs officers at work.

6.00 WIN News. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 The Living Room. (PG, R) The team helps a single mother. 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Mals) Graham Norton chats with Dave Grohl, Rege-Jean Page, Daisy Haggard, Alan Carr and Siobhan McSweeney. Music from singer Jessie Ware, who performs her single Remember Where You Are. 9.30 To Be Advised. 10.30 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 11.30 WIN’s All Australian News. 12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

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VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch. Noon Figure Skating. ISU Grand Prix. Rostelecom Cup. Replay. 2.00 Kingdom Of The Little People. 2.50 Huang’s World. 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.05 Only Connect. 5.40 Shortland Street. 6.10 Abandoned Engineering. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Hoarders. 9.20 City Porn. 10.10 Housos. 11.10 Monogamish. 12.10am VICE News Tonight. 12.35 MOVIE: Golden Job. (2018, MA15+) 2.25 NHK World English News. 3.00 Thai News. 3.30 Bangla News. 4.00 Punjabi News. 4.30 Sri Lankan Sinhalese News. 5.00 Korean News. 5.30 Indonesian News.

7TWO (72) 6am Home Shopping. 6.30 Travel Oz. 8.00 Harry’s Practice. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 World’s Most Amazing Videos. 3.00 Million Dollar Minute. 3.30 Weekender. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Dog Patrol. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 9.30 Selling Houses Australia. 10.30 Property Ladder UK. 1am The Fine Art Auction. 4.00 My Road To Adventure. 4.30 Escape To The Country. 5.30 Home Shopping.

9GEM (52) 6am TV Shop: Home Shopping. 7.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. 7.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 9.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 10.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 5. 5pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 5. 10.00 Law & Order. 11.00 Timeless. Midnight Adventures In Rainbow Country. 12.30 My Favorite Martian. 1.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping.

BOLD (81) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Star Trek: Enterprise. 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. 10.00 Star Trek: Voyager. 11.00 Jake And The Fatman. Noon Nash Bridges. 1.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 2.00 CSI: Miami. 3.00 Bondi Rescue. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 4.30 Star Trek: The Next Generation. 5.30 Star Trek: Enterprise. 6.30 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. 10.30 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. 12.30am Home Shopping. 2.00 Nash Bridges. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. 4.00 Star Trek: The Next Generation. 5.00 Jake And The Fatman.

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am The Eagle Has Landed. Continued. (1976, PG) 8.20 CJ7. (2008, PG, Cantonese) 10.00 Maudie. (2016, PG) 12.10pm Esio Trot. (2015, PG) 1.50 Jungle Book. (1942, PG) 3.50 This Beautiful Fantastic. (2016, PG) 5.30 When Marnie Was There. (2014, PG) 7.30 The Big Boss. (1971, Cantonese) 9.30 Fist Of Fury. (1972, Cantonese) 11.35 Wheels On Meals. (1984, M, Cantonese) 1.40am Delicacy. (2011, M, French) 3.40 The Big Boss. (1971, Cantonese) 5.40 This Beautiful Fantastic. (2016, PG)

7MATE (73) 6am Step Outside With Paul Burt. 6.30 Mark Berg’s Fishing Addiction. 7.30 Creek To Coast. 8.00 Hellfire Heroes. 9.00 American Pickers. 10.00 America’s Game: The Super Bowl Champions. 11.00 A Football Life. Noon Swamp People. 1.00 Ax Men. 2.00 Wild Ops. 3.00 Storage Wars. 3.30 Pawn Stars. 4.00 Timbersports. 4.30 Road Hauks. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 MOVIE: Alien Vs Predator. (2004, M) 9.30 MOVIE: Aliens Vs Predator: Requiem. (2007, MA15+) 11.30 Tattoo Nightmares. Midnight American Pickers. 1.00 Road Hauks. 2.00 Late Programs.

9GO! (53) 6am Children’s Programs. 11.00 Dance Moms. Noon Ironman. Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain Series. 2.00 The Mindy Project. 3.00 The Six Million Dollar Man. 4.00 The A-Team. 5.00 The Nanny. 5.30 Nine News Local. 6.00 Tennis. Austn Open. 7.00 The Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: Zookeeper. (2011, PG) 9.30 MOVIE: Tower Heist. (2011, M) 11.35 The Nanny. 12.05am Quantum Leap. 2.00 Mike Tyson Mysteries. 2.10 Dance Moms. 3.00 Beyblade Burst Turbo. 3.30 Ninjago. 4.00 Pokémon. 4.30 Pokémon Journeys. 4.50 Power Rangers Super Ninja Steel. 5.10 Bakugan: Battle Planet. 5.30 Yu-Gi-Oh!

PEACH (82) 6am Friends. 7.00 Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman. 8.00 Becker. 9.00 The King Of Queens. 10.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 11.00 Frasier. Noon WIN’s All Australian News. 1.00 Medium. 2.00 The King Of Queens. 3.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 4.00 Becker. 5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 MOVIE: A Walk To Remember. (2002, PG) 11.30 MOVIE: Rock Of Ages. (2012, M) 1.50am Everybody Loves Raymond. 2.25 Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman. 3.30 Frasier. 4.30 Home Shopping.

Programs. 5.50pm Peppa Pig. 5.55 Ben And Holly. 6.10 Brave Bunnies. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Kiri And Lou. 6.35 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 7.00 Dino Dana. 7.15 Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Doctor Who. 8.45 Coppelia. 10.35 Anh’s Brush With Fame. 11.05 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. 11.55 Catalyst. 12.55am Parks And Recreation. 1.15 Reno 911! 1.40 The IT Crowd. 2.25 News Update. 2.30 Close. 5.00 The Day Henry Met. 5.05 Little Princess. 5.20 Sarah & Duck. 5.25 Hoot Hoot Go! 5.35 Miffy’s Adventures Big And Small. 5.40 Late Programs.

N ITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 7.35 Molly Of Denali. 8.00 Tales Of Tatonka. 8.10 Aussie Bush Tales. 8.20 Waabiny Time. 8.45 Wapos Bay. 9.05 Kagagi. 9.30 Bushwhacked! 10.00 Skindigenous. 11.00 Trading Cultures. Noon MOVIE: The Namesake. (2006, M) 2.00 Intune 08. 3.00 Wapos Bay. 3.25 Bushwhacked! 3.55 Aussie Bush Tales. 4.00 Musomagic. 4.30 Move It Mob Style. 5.00 Fraggle Rock. 6.00 Red Chef Revival. 6.30 Pete & Pio’s Kai Safari. 7.00 NITV News: Nula. 7.30 MOVIE: Balto. (1995) 8.55 Bedtime Stories. 9.05 Milpirri: Winds Of Change. 10.05 My Life As I Live It. 11.05 Late Programs.

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat (a) Adult themes (d) Drug references (h) Horror (s) Sex references (l) Language (m) Medical procedures (n) Nudity (v) Violence.

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6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 10.00 Rage. (PG) 11.00 Rage Retro Month. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Employable Me Australia. (Mal, R) 1.30 Miniseries: Agatha Christie’s The Witness For The Prosecution. (Masv, R) 2.20 Making Child Prodigies. (R) 3.30 Dream Gardens. (R) 4.00 Soccer. A-League. Round 8. Western United v Sydney FC. From AAMI Park, Melbourne.

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.30 Greek News. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 ABC America: World News Tonight. 1.00 PBS NewsHour. 2.00 Figure Skating. 2019-2020 ISU European Championships. Replay. 3.00 Jupiter Revealed. (R) 4.00 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 4.35 Remarkable Places To Eat. (R) 5.35 Secret Nazi Bases. (PG)

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Black Caviar and Apollo Stakes Day. 4.30 Highway Patrol. (PG, R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Creek To Coast. Takes a look at outdoor activities.

6.00 Weekend Today. The latest in news, current affairs, sport, politics, entertainment, fashion, health and lifestyle. 9.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. Reviews, previews, interviews, highlights and opinions from the Australian Open at Melbourne Park. 10.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 6. From Melbourne Park.

6am Morning Programs. 9.30 St10. (PG) 12.00 Beyond The Fire. (Final) 12.30 GCBC. (R) 1.00 10 Minute Kitchen. 1.30 Destination Dessert. (R) 2.00 My Market Kitchen. (R) 2.30 Australia By Design: Innovations. (PG) 3.00 What’s Up Down Under. 3.30 Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey. (R) 4.00 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 4.30 Farm To Fork. (PG, R) 5.00 News.

6.00 Ask The Doctor: Sex. (Final, PG, R) A look at sex-related health issues. 6.30 Landline Summer. (R) Presented by Pip Courtney. 7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories. 7.30 Death In Paradise. (PG) An artist is poisoned in her studio. 8.30 Call The Midwife. (PG) Leading up to Mother’s Day, the team are forced to give up more than just cigarettes and sugar for Lent. 9.30 Endeavour. (Mav, R) Part 4 of 4. When a librarian is murdered, Morse and Thursday investigate. 11.05 Harrow. (Mav, R) A homeless man is stabbed to death. 11.55 Call The Midwife. (Ma, R) 12.55 Rage Retro Month. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG) Ernie Dingo takes a trip to Bathurst Island. 8.05 Michael Portillo’s Abandoned Britain. (PG, R) Part 3 of 4. Michael Portillo continues his exploration of abandoned buildings in Shepton Mallet prison. 9.00 MOVIE: Harry Brown. (2009, MA15+dlsv, R) An elderly ex-marine decides to take revenge on some local lowlifes after his best friend is murdered. Michael Caine, Emily Mortimer, David Bradley. 10.55 MOVIE: The Pianist. (2002, MA15+av, R, France, Germany, Poland, ) Adrien Brody. 1.30 Atlanta. (Mdls, R) 4.00 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 5.00 CGTN English News. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle English News.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 MOVIE: Thor. (2011, Mv, R) The god of thunder is forced to live among mortals. Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman. 9.20 MOVIE: Thor: The Dark World. (2013, Mv, R) After Jane Foster falls victim to a mysterious force, Thor must battle to save Earth and the Nine Realms from a shadowy enemy that predates the universe itself before a catastrophic prophecy can come to fruition. Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Tom Hiddleston. 11.35 Surveillance Oz Dashcam. (PG, R) Takes a look at dashcam footage. 12.05 MOVIE: The End Of Eden. (1996, Mv, R) A pianist returns to his roots. Jennie Garth. 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Get Arty. (R) 5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)

6.00 Nine News Saturday. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 6. From Melbourne Park. 11.00 Chicago Med. (Mam, R) Ethan and April are shocked to learn the truth about their 14-year-old cirrhosis patient. 12.00 Straight Forward. (MA15+alv, R) A con woman is forced to flee to New Zealand and start a completely different life. 1.00 Customs. (PG, R) Follows customs officers as they investigate suspected drug traffickers and people smugglers. 1.30 Award Winning Tasmania. (PG, R) Ben Milbourne takes a tour of the city of Launceston with restaurateur Bianca Welsh. 2.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. Home shopping. 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Wesley Impact. (R) Religious program.

6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PGal, R) When a backpacker has a violent seizure, team leader Beardy fears for the long-term consequences. 7.00 Three Blue Ducks. (Premiere) Travel with “The Ducks”, including Andy Allen, Mark Labrooy and Darren Robertson, as they hunt for ingredients. 7.30 Ambulance. (Mad, R) Over a busy weekend in Manchester, North West Ambulance Service paramedics Andrea and Glynn attend to a car crash victim, while Debbie and Shaun try to persuade a homeless man to go to hospital. 11.00 Inside The Children’s Hospital. (PG, R) David Tennant narrates a behind-the-scenes look at Scotland’s Royal Aberdeen Children’s Hospital. 11.30 To Be Advised. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power. Religious program.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Sir Mouse. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 QI. 8.30 Unprotected Sets. (Return) 9.20 Live At The Apollo. 10.15 Would I Lie To You? 10.45 Mock The Week. (Final) 11.15 Michael McIntyre: Hello Wembley! Midnight Escape From The City. 12.55 Chris Ramsey’s Stand Up Central. 1.50 News Update. 1.55 Close. 5.00 The Day Henry Met. 5.05 Little Princess. 5.20 Late Programs.

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6am WorldWatch. Noon MOVIE: Tank Girl. (1995, M) 1.50 Lee Lin Chin’s Fashionista. 2.00 New Girl. 3.00 Insight. 4.00 WorldWatch. 4.30 Basketball. NBL. Melbourne United v Cairns Taipans. 6.30 PBS News. 7.30 The Last Man On Earth. 7.55 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 The X-Files. 11.00 Tent And Sex. 11.30 7 Days Of Sex. 12.20am MOVIE: Detective Dee: The Four Heavenly Kings. (2018, MA15+) 2.45 Late Programs.

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6am Home Shopping. 8.30 NBC Today. 11.00 Horse Racing. Black Caviar and Apollo Stakes Day. Noon Dog Patrol. 12.30 Creek To Coast. 1.00 House Of Wellness. 2.00 Sydney Weekender. 2.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 3.00 Property Ladder UK. 5.30 The Great Outdoors: Greatest Escapes. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.

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6am Newstyle Direct. 6.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 9.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 10.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 6. 5pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 6. 10.00 Law & Order. 11.00 Timeless. Midnight Adventures In Rainbow Country. 12.30 My Favorite Martian. 1.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping.

BOLD (81) 6am Home Shopping. 9.00 Star Trek: Voyager. 10.00 Star Trek: The Next Generation. 11.00 Star Trek: Enterprise. Noon Diagnosis Murder. 1.00 The Doctors. 2.00 Jake And The Fatman. 4.00 iFish. 4.30 Mighty Machines. 5.00 Escape Fishing With ET. 5.30 Scorpion. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 NCIS: New Orleans. 10.20 To Be Advised. 11.20 L.A.’s Finest. 12.15am Hawaii Five-O. 1.10 CSI: Miami. 2.10 Late Programs.

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SBS MOVIES (32) 6am This Beautiful Fantastic. Continued. (2016, PG) 7.20 Esio Trot. (2015, PG) 9.00 Jungle Book. (1942, PG) 11.00 CJ7. (2008, PG, Cantonese) 12.40pm When Marnie Was There. (2014, PG) 2.40 Long Way North. (2015, PG) 4.10 The Crow’s Egg. (2014, PG, Tamil) 5.50 The Finishers. (2013, PG, French) 7.30 The Way Of The Dragon. (1972, M, Cantonese) 9.25 Game Of Death. (1978, M, Cantonese) 11.25 Late Programs.

7MATE (73) 6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Timbersports. 1.00 Blokesworld. 1.30 Aussie Dreamlivers Alaska. 2.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 3. GWS Giants v Brisbane Lions. 4.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 3. Gold Coast Suns v Carlton. 6.00 Ultimate Factories. 7.00 Building Giants. 8.00 Mighty Ships. 9.00 Mighty Cruise Ships. 10.00 Air Crash Investigation. 11.00 Late Programs.

9GO! (53) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Ironman. Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain Series. 2.00 Surfing Australia TV. 2.30 Xtreme Collxtion. 3.30 Liquid Science. 4.00 Children’s Programs. 4.15 MOVIE: Norm Of The North. (2015, PG) 6.00 Tennis. Austn Open. 7.00 MOVIE: The Lost World: Jurassic Park. (1997, PG) 9.30 MOVIE: R.I.P.D. (2013, M) 11.20 Stunt Science. 12.20am Late Programs.

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Mparntwe: Sacred Sites. 2.30 Softball. SA Premier League. Replay. 4.00 Rugby League. Koori Knockout. Men’s. Catlereigh All Blacks v Tingha Warriors. Replay. 5.00 On The Road. 6.00 Going Places. 7.00 Everyday Brave. 7.30 News. 7.40 Through The Wormhole With Morgan Freeman. 8.30 She Shears. 9.55 MOVIE: Cry Freedom. (1987, M) 12.35am Late Programs.

Sunday, February 14 ABC TV (2)

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SEVEN (7)

NINE (5)

WIN (8)

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 The World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (R) 11.30 Songs Of Praise. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 2.30 The Mix. (R) 3.00 Soccer. W-League. Round 8. Sydney FC v Brisbane Roar. 5.00 Australia Remastered. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.30 Greek News. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 ABC America: World News Tonight. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Travel Man. (PG, R) 3.35 Cycling. Road National Championships. Women’s Race. Highlights. 4.35 Cycling. Road National Championships. Men’s Race. Highlights. 5.35 Secret Nazi Bases. (PG)

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 1.00 To Be Advised. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Weekender. Takes a look at a variety of leisure options.

6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Fishing Aust. (R) 8.00 GCBC. (R) 8.30 Australia By Design: Innovations. (PG, R) 9.00 Luca’s Key Ingredient. 9.30 St10. (PG) 12.00 10 Minute Kitchen. (R) 12.30 Left Off The Map. (R) 1.00 My Market Kitchen. (R) 1.30 Three Blue Ducks. (R) 2.00 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 2.30 Farm To Fork. (PG, R) 3.00 Bondi Rescue. (PGal, R) 4.00 To Be Advised. 5.00 News.

6.00 Antiques Roadshow. Hosted by Fiona Bruce. 7.00 ABC News Sunday. 7.40 Quoll Farm. The story of a family of quolls. 8.40 Harrow. (Mv) Harrow finds a distraction in one of the most bizarre cases he has ever encountered, the murder of a vampire. 9.30 Silent Witness. (Ma) The team finds a link between the death of a former US ambassador and the apparent suicide of a businessman. 10.35 Killing Eve. (MA15+v, R) Eve finds a lead. 11.15 Wentworth. (MA15+al, R) 12.05 Endeavour. (Final, Mav, R) 1.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.10 Wentworth. (MA15+al, R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Diana: Interview That Shocked The World. (M) A look at a candid interview of Princess Diana. 8.50 Princess Anne At 70. (PG, R) Filmed over more than a year, explores the life of Anne, Princess Royal, as she approaches her 70th birthday. 10.05 Filthy Rich And Homeless. (Mal, R) Part 2 of 3. 11.15 24 Hours In Police Custody: Their Time Will Come. (Mal, R) 12.10 Michael Mosley: Guts. (Ma, R) 1.05 Body Clock: What Makes Us Tick? (PG, R) 2.05 Michael Mosley: Frontline Medicine. (Mal, R) 4.20 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 4.55 Poh & Co. Bitesize. (R) 5.00 CGTN English News. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle English News.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Holey Moley Australia. (PG) Contestants battle for supremacy on an obstacle-filled supersized mini golf course. 8.30 To Be Advised. 11.00 World’s Deadliest: Twist Of Fate. (PGal) Takes a look at some of the world’s deadliest situations, including a pilot panicking after his engine stalls midair. 12.00 Medical Emergency. (PG, R) A motorbike racer crashes on Phillip Island. 1.00 The Guardian. (Madsv, R) Nick takes responsibility for a troubled teen. 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 4.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 7. From Melbourne Park. 11.00 Chicago Med. (MA15+am, R) After a deadly chemical spill, the ER goes into lockdown, threatening the lives of several patients. 12.00 Straight Forward. (MA15+alv, R) A con woman is forced to flee to New Zealand and start a completely different life. 1.00 Our State On A Plate. (PG, R) A look at the unique local produce that West Australia has to offer. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 4.00 Take Two. Home shopping. 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today. The latest in news and current affairs.

6.30 The Sunday Project. Joins panellists for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics. 7.30 The Amazing Race Australia. Fourteen teams of two people in a pre-existing relationship embark on a journey around Australia. 9.00 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv) After a rogue militia group opens fire on teenagers who are crossing the Canadian border into the US, the team races to find the ringleader and his final target. 11.00 The Sunday Project. (R) Joins panellists for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics. 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 CBS This Morning. Morning news and talk show. 5.00 Headline News Early.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Sir Mouse. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Compass. 8.30 Louis Theroux: The Most Hated Family In America. 9.30 Enslaved. 10.30 Catalyst. 11.25 Leaving Allen Street. 12.20am You Can’t Ask That. 12.45 Restoration Australia. 1.40 Chris Ramsey’s Stand Up Central. 2.05 News Update. 2.10 Close. 5.00 The Day Henry Met. 5.05 Little Princess. 5.20 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am Basketball. NBA. Suns v 76ers. 8.30 WorldWatch. Noon Untold Australia. 1.00 The Feed. 2.00 Basketball. NBL. Kings v Hawks. 4.00 Basketball. NBL. Phoenix v Perth Wildcats. 6.00 Dateline. 6.30 ABC America: World News Tonight. 7.00 Abandoned Places. (Final) 7.30 The Last Man On Earth. 7.55 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.35 Why Women Kill. 9.30 United Shades Of America. 10.20 Late Programs.

7TWO (72) 6am Mums At The Table. 6.30 It Is Written. 7.00 Tomorrow’s World. 7.30 Leading The Way. 8.00 David Jeremiah. 8.30 Home Shopping. 9.00 NBC Today. 10.00 House Of Wellness. 11.00 The Thrill Of The Chase. Noon The Yorkshire Vet. 2.15 The Great Outdoors: Greatest Escapes. 3.15 Escape To The Country. 6.15 M*A*S*H. 8.30 Wild Bill. 9.30 Miniseries: Bancroft. (Return) 11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (52) 6am TV Shop. 6.30 Amazing Facts Presents. 7.00 Leading The Way. 7.30 In Touch. 8.00 Beyond Today. 8.30 The Incredible Journey. 9.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 10.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 7. 5pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 7. 7.00 Keeping Up Appearances. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 Chicago P.D. 9.40 Chicago Fire. 10.35 Chicago Med. 11.35 Late Programs.

BOLD (81) 6am Shopping. 7.30 Key Of David. 8.00 Roads Less Travelled. 8.30 ST: Voyager. 9.30 One Strange Rock. 10.30 Escape Fishing. 11.00 Scorpion. 1pm The Doctors. 2.00 Beyond The Fire. 2.30 The Offroad Adventure Show. 3.30 Reel Action. 4.30 What’s Up Down Under. 5.00 iFish Summer. 5.30 ST: Enterprise. 6.30 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 9.25 NCIS: Los Angeles. 10.20 48 Hours. 11.20 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 11.30

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Jungle Book. Continued. (1942, PG) 7.25 When Marnie Was There. (2014, PG) 9.25 Long Way North. (2015, PG) 10.55 The Finishers. (2013, PG, French) 12.35pm The Crow’s Egg. (2014, PG, Tamil) 2.15 Hotel Salvation. (2016, PG, Hindi) 4.10 Kiki’s Delivery Service. (1989) 6.10 Our Little Sister. (2015, PG, Japanese) 8.30 Loving Pablo. (2017, MA15+) 10.45 Late Programs.

7MATE (73) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Timbersports. 10.30 Shipping Wars. 11.00 The Fishing Show. Noon Football. AFL Women’s. Round 3. Richmond v Geelong. 2.00 Shipping Wars. 3.00 Mighty Ships. 4.00 Graveyard Carz. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Last Car Garage. 6.30 Border Patrol. 7.00 MOVIE: Thor: The Dark World. (2013, PG) 9.15 MOVIE: Captain America: The Winter Soldier. (2014, M) Midnight Late Programs.

9GO! (53) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Ironman. Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain Series. 2.00 Dance Moms. 4.00 MOVIE: Material Girls. (2006, PG) 6.00 Tennis. Austn Open. 7.00 MOVIE: Stargate. (1994, PG) 9.30 MOVIE: Stargate: The Ark Of Truth. (2008, M) 11.30 Lethal Weapon. 1.20am Surfing Australia TV. 1.50 Dance Moms. 3.30 Thunderbirds. 4.30 Pokémon: BW Adventures In Unova And Beyond. 4.50 Late Programs.

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Netball. SA Premier League. 12.40pm Hottest 7s In The World. 1.00 Bowls. SA Super League. 1.30 Over The Black Dot. 2.00 Football. CAFL. 3.45 Football. Monsoon AFL. 5.45 African News. 6.00 APTN National News. 6.30 Artefact. 7.30 NITV News Update. 7.40 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. 8.40 MOVIE: Backtrack Boys. (2018, MA15+) 10.30 Intune 08: The Flood Concert. 11.30 Late Programs. 24 NOOSA TODAY Friday, 12 February, 2021

6am Fam. 6.30 The Neighborhood. 7.00 The Brady Bunch. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.00 Neighbours. 11.30 The Neighborhood. 1pm To Be Advised. 2.00 The Middle. 3.30 Friends. 6.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.00 Friends. 10.30 2 Broke Girls. Midnight Home Shopping. 1.30 Mom. 3.30 The Neighborhood. 4.30 Home Shopping. 5.30 The Brady Bunch.

Monday, February 15 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (7)

NINE (5)

WIN (8)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Landline. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Death In Paradise. (PG, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.15 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 The Heights. (PG, R) 4.30 Back Roads. (PG, R) 5.00 Restoration Australia. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 6.30 This Week. 7.30 WorldWatch. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 ABC America: World News Tonight. 1.00 Al Jazeera News. 2.00 Destination Flavour China. (PGw, R) 2.30 Luke Nguyen’s Railway Vietnam. (PGa, R) 3.00 Singapore 1942: End Of Empire. (PGv, R) 5.05 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.35 Jeopardy! (PG)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Killing Mommy. (2016, Msv, R) 2.00 What The Killer Did Next: Norma Bell. (Mav, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Headline News. 7.30 Entertainment Tonight. (PG, R) 8.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PGal) 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.30 Entertainment Tonight. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 Farm To Fork. (PG) 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Australian Story. Australians tell personal stories. 8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program. 9.15 Media Watch. (PG) Hosted by Paul Barry. 9.35 The Pacific: In The Wake Of Captain Cook With Sam Neill: Endeavour And Australia. (PG) Sam Neill explores Australia. 10.25 You Can’t Ask That. (Mal, R) 10.55 ABC Late News. 11.25 Waltzing The Dragon With Benjamin Law. (Final, PG, R) 12.25 Wentworth. (Malsv, R) 1.10 Parliament Question Time. 2.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Wentworth. (Malsv, R) 4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 The Architecture The Railways Built: Broadway. (PG) Presented by Tim Dunn. 8.30 24 Hours In Emergency: One Of The Family. (M) A woman is brought into St George’s after her car collides with a lamp post on her way home from some hospital treatment. 9.25 The Story Of The Songs: Police And Sting. (M) A look at the music of the band Police. 10.20 SBS World News Late. 10.50 Outlander. (MA15+s, R) 2.00 Cocaine Trade Exposed: The Invisibles. (Madl, R) 3.45 Great Irish Railway Journeys. (R) 4.25 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 5.00 CGTN English News. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle English News.

6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGas) 7.30 Holey Moley Australia. (PGl) Contestants tackle a mini golf course. 9.00 9-1-1. (M) The 118 races to save a man under siege by his high-tech smart home and a yoga teacher who has lost her vision. 10.00 The Rookie. (Madv) Nolan finds out his identity has been stolen. 11.00 World’s Deadliest Weather: Caught On Camera. (PGa) Stories of devastating natural phenomena. 12.00 Robbie Coltrane’s Critical Evidence: The Double Axe Murderer – Dennis Smalley. (Ma, R) 1.00 The Guardian. (Madsv, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 8. From Melbourne Park. 11.00 Chicago Med. (Mam, R) Ethan and Charles use trickery to help a patient with an itch she cannot help but scratch. 12.00 Straight Forward. (MA15+alv, R) A con woman is forced to flee to New Zealand and start a completely different life. 1.00 Our State On A Plate. (PG, R) Stuart heads up to Carnarvon to learn about Western Australia’s flourishing prawn industry. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. Home shopping. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Take Two. (R) Home shopping. 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today. The latest in news and current affairs.

6.00 WIN News. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 The Amazing Race Australia. Hosted by Beau Ryan. 8.40 Hughesy, We Have A Problem. Dave Hughes is joined by celebrities to discuss solutions to problems experienced in modern life. 9.40 The Graham Norton Show. (als, R) Graham Norton chats with Dave Grohl, Rege-Jean Page, Daisy Haggard, Alan Carr and Siobhan McSweeney. 10.40 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 11.40 WIN’s All Australian News. 12.40 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 CBS This Morning. 5.00 Headline News Early.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Doctor Who. 8.45 Quoll Farm. 9.45 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (Final) 10.35 Escape From The City. 11.35 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 12.20am Would I Lie To You? 12.50 Parks And Recreation. 1.10 Reno 911! 1.35 W1A. 2.05 Back In Very Small Business. 2.35 News Update. 2.40 Close. 5.00 The Day Henry Met. 5.05 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31)

6am WorldWatch. 10.00 SBS Courtside. 10.30 Basketball. NBA. Denver Nuggets v Los Angeles Lakers. 1pm WorldWatch. 2.00 The Curse Of Oak Island. 2.55 Hunting Hitler. 3.45 WorldWatch. 4.10 This Week. 5.05 Only Connect. 5.40 Shortland Street. 6.10 Abandoned Engineering. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Taskmaster. 9.25 RocKwiz. 10.20 Late Programs.

7TWO (72)

6am Home Shopping. 6.30 Travel Oz. 8.00 Harry’s Practice. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. 10.45 MOVIE: The Falcon Takes Over. (1942, PG) Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 Cold Feet. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Million Dollar Minute. 3.30 M*A*S*H. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Foyle’s War. 10.40 Autopsy USA. 11.50 Late Programs.

9GEM (52)

6am TV Shop: Home Shopping. 7.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. 7.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 9.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 10.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 8. 5pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 8. 7.00 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Grantchester. 8.40 DCI Banks. 10.40 Three Days To Live. (Premiere) 11.35 Live Well For Longer. 12.30am My Favorite Martian. 1.00 TV Shop. 1.30 Late Programs.

BOLD (81)

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 1.50pm

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am The Crow’s Egg. Continued. (2014, PG, Tamil) 6.40 Long Way North. (2015, PG) 8.10 Kiki’s Delivery Service. (1989) 10.10 The Bookshop. (2017, PG) 12.15pm Our Little Sister. (2015, PG, Japanese) 2.35 The Finishers. (2013, PG, French) 4.15 The Little Witch. (2018, PG, German) 6.10 Hotel Salvation. (2016, PG, Hindi) 8.05 The Pigeon. (2018, M, Turkish) 9.30 The Graduate. (1967, M) 11.30 Late Programs.

7MATE (73) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 America’s Game. 11.00 A Football Life. Noon Swamp People. 1.00 Ax Men. 2.00 Last Car Garage. 2.30 Motor Racing. TCR Australia Touring Car Series. Round 1. Highlights. 3.30 Counting Cars. 4.30 Road Hauks. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Restoration Workshop. 8.30 MOVIE: Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice. (2016, M) 11.30 Late Programs.

9GO! (53) 6am Children’s Programs. 11.00 Dance Moms. Noon Royal Pains. 1.00 The Mindy Project. 2.00 Monster Croc Wrangler. 3.00 The Six Million Dollar Man. 4.00 The A-Team. 5.00 The Nanny. 5.30 Nine News Local. 6.00 Tennis. Austn Open. 7.00 The Nanny. 7.30 RBT. 8.30 MOVIE: Den Of Thieves. (2018, MA15+) 11.15 Paranormal Caught On Camera. 12.15am Late Programs.

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Artefact. 2.50 Bamay. 3.00 Wapos Bay. 3.25 Bushwhacked! 3.55 Aussie Bush Tales. 4.00 Musomagic. 4.30 Move It Mob Style. 5.00 Fraggle Rock. 6.00 Red Chef Revival. 6.30 Pete & Pio’s Kai Safari. 7.00 Our Stories. 7.20 News. 7.30 A Woman’s Calling. 7.40 Through The Wormhole With Morgan Freeman. 8.30 Living Black. 9.00 After The Apology. 10.30 News. 10.40 Late Programs.

6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Star Trek: Enterprise. 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. 10.00 Star Trek: Voyager. Noon Nash Bridges. 1.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 2.00 CSI: Miami. 3.00 Bondi Rescue. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 4.30 Star Trek: The Next Generation. 5.30 Star Trek: Enterprise. 6.30 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 10.20 To Be Advised. 12.10am Shopping. 2.10 CSI: Miami. 3.10 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 Late Programs. 6am Friends. 7.00 Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman. 8.00 The Neighborhood. 9.30 The Big Bang Theory. 11.00 Cheers. Noon WIN’s All Australian News. 1.00 Medium. 2.00 Two And A Half Men. 3.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 4.00 Becker. 5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 Two And A Half Men. 11.00 Late Programs.

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Tuesday, February 16 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (7)

NINE (5)

WIN (8)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.00 Our Dementia Choir. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Call The Midwife. (PG, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.15 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 The Heights. (PG, R) 4.30 Back Roads. (PG, R) 5.00 Restoration Australia. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 ABC America: World News Tonight. 1.00 PBS NewsHour. 2.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 2.05 Destination Flavour China. (R) 2.35 Luke Nguyen’s Railway Vietnam. (R) 3.10 David Baddiel On The Silk Road. (PG, R) 4.05 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG, R) 5.05 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.35 Jeopardy! (PG)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: I’ll Be Watching. (2018, Mav, R) 2.00 What The Killer Did Next: Kate Prout. (Mav, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Headline News. 7.30 Entertainment Tonight. (PG, R) 8.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PGal) 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.10 Entertainment Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 Farm To Fork. (PG) 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. Presented by Leigh Sales. 8.00 Foreign Correspondent. International affairs program. 8.30 Catalyst: Are We Killing Our Koalas? Professor Tim Flannery investigates how a national icon, the koala, is facing extinction in the near future. 9.30 Australia Remastered: Desert. Presented by Aaron Pedersen. 10.25 To Be Advised. 10.55 ABC Late News. 11.30 Q+A. (R) 12.35 Wentworth. (Malsv, R) 1.20 Parliament Question Time. 2.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Wentworth. (Malsv, R) 4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) Presented by Jennifer Byrne. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Great Continental Railway Journeys. (Final, PG) Hosted by Michael Portillo. 8.35 24 Hours In Emergency: Count My Blessings. (M) A 95-year-old is brought to St George’s after falling down a flight of stairs when she lost her balance. 9.30 Dog Tales. (PG, R) Follows scientists as they try to find out what domestication really means for dogs. 10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 The Pier. (Return, Mlns) 12.00 Borgen. (Mals, R) 4.30 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 5.00 CGTN English News. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle English News.

6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) 7.30 Holey Moley Australia. (PGl) Contestants battle for supremacy on an obstacle-filled supersized mini golf course. 9.00 The Good Doctor. (M) Lim tasks Shaun, Claire and Park with mentoring the top first-year resident contenders. 10.00 The Resident. (Ma) Cain is struck by a car. 11.00 Station 19. (Ma) Ryan organises a ride-along. 12.00 Splitting Up Together. (PGas, R) 1.00 RSPCA Animal Rescue. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 9. From Melbourne Park. 11.00 Chicago Med. (MA15+amv, R) Will and Natalie prepare for their big day, but an unsuspecting Will soon finds himself sidetracked. 12.00 Aircrash Confidential: Instrument Confusion. (M, R) Takes a look at the investigation into an air crash, following experts as they comb the wreckage looking for clues. 1.00 Our State On A Plate. (PG, R) Stuart Laws visits Blackwood Valley Beef. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Take Two. (R) Home shopping. 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today. The latest in news and current affairs.

6.00 WIN News. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 The Amazing Race Australia. Hosted by Beau Ryan. 8.40 NCIS. (Mv) Following a tip about smuggled weapons, Bishop and Torres engage in a shootout in a former sheriff’s residence. 9.40 NCIS: Los Angeles. Sam’s daughter is kidnapped after she is involved in citywide protests. Deeks rejoins NCIS. 10.40 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 11.40 WIN’s All Australian News. 12.40 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 CBS This Morning. 5.00 Headline News Early.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Doctor Who. 8.45 Why Are You Like This. (Premiere) 9.35 To Be Advised. 10.20 Brassic. (Return) 11.05 To Be Advised. Midnight Live At The Apollo. 12.40 Parks And Recreation. 1.00 Reno 911! 1.30 W1A. 2.00 Back In Very Small Business. 2.35 News Update. 2.40 Close. 5.00 The Day Henry Met. 5.05 Little Princess. 5.20 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch. 12.30pm SBS Courtside. 1.00 Basketball. NBA. Los Angeles Clippers v Miami Heat. 3.30 Inside Heston’s World. 4.30 Lee Lin Chin’s Fashionista. 4.40 WorldWatch. 5.40 Shortland Street. 6.10 Abandoned Engineering. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Monty Python: The Meaning Of Live. 10.15 Locked Up Abroad. 11.10 Brooklyn Nine-Nine. 11.35 Late Programs.

7TWO (72) 6am Home Shopping. 6.30 Travel Oz. 8.00 Harry’s Practice. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 Cold Feet. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Million Dollar Minute. 3.30 Sydney Weekender. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Pie In The Sky. 8.30 Inspector George Gently. 10.30 Jonathan Creek. 12.30am Late Programs.

9GEM (52) 6am TV Shop. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 TV Shop. 9.30 Danoz. 10.30 Ellen DeGeneres. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Grantchester. 1.00 Days Of Our Lives. 1.55 The Young And The Restless. 2.50 MOVIE: The Great St Trinian’s Train Robbery. (1966) 4.50 Heartbeat. 6.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 9. 7.00 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 To Be Advised. 11.00 Late Programs.

BOLD (81)

6am Shopping. 8.00 Star Trek: Enterprise. 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. 10.00 Star Trek: Voyager. 11.00 Jake And The Fatman. Noon Nash Bridges. 1.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 2.00 CSI: Miami. 3.00 Bondi Rescue. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 4.30 Star Trek: The Next Generation. 5.30 Star Trek: Enterprise. 6.30 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. 10.25 CSI: Miami. 11.20 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Our Little Sister. Continued. (2015, PG, Japanese) 7.35 Fame. (2009, PG) 9.50 Hotel Salvation. (2016, PG, Hindi) 11.45 The Little Witch. (2018, PG, German) 1.40pm Kiki’s Delivery Service. (1989) 3.40 Polina. (2016, PG, French) 5.40 The Bookshop. (2017, PG) 7.45 Lost In Armenia. (2015, M, French) 9.30 Chinatown. (1974, M) 11.55 The Pigeon. (2018, M, Turkish) 1.20am Late Programs.

7MATE (73) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 America’s Game. 11.00 A Football Life. Noon Swamp People. 1.00 Ax Men. 2.00 Wildlife Heroes. (Premiere) 3.00 Restoration Workshop. 4.00 Al McGlashan’s Fish’n With Mates. 4.30 Pawnography. 5.00 Pawn Stars. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 Outback Opal Hunters. 10.30 Yukon Gold. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GO! (53) 6am Children’s Programs. 11.00 Dance Moms. Noon Royal Pains. 1.00 The Mindy Project. 3.00 The Six Million Dollar Man. 4.00 The A-Team. 5.00 The Nanny. 5.30 Nine News Local. 6.00 Malcolm. 7.00 The Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: The Italian Job. (2003, M) 9.45 MOVIE: The Punisher. (2004, MA15+) 12.10am Quantum Leap. 1.10 Urbex: Enter At Your Own Risk. 2.10 Dance Moms. 3.00 Late Programs.

PEACH (82)

Wild Kai Legends. 3.00 Jarjums. 3.55 Aussie Bush Tales. 4.00 Musomagic. 4.30 Move It Mob Style. 5.00 Fraggle Rock. 6.00 Red Chef Revival. 6.30 Pete & Pio’s Kai Safari. 7.00 Our Stories. 7.20 News. 7.30 African American: Many Rivers To Cross. 8.30 Superstition. 9.20 NITV News Update. 9.30 Hunting Aotearoa. 10.00 Football. Monsoon AFL. Replay. Midnight Late Programs.

6am Cheers. 7.00 Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman. 8.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 9.00 Becker. 10.00 Frasier. 11.00 Cheers. Noon WIN’s All Australian News. 1.00 Medium. 2.00 Two And A Half Men. 3.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 4.00 Becker. 5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 Mom. 11.00 Late Programs. Friday, 12 February, 2021 NOOSA TODAY 25

Wednesday, February 17 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (7)

NINE (5)

WIN (8)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 10.30 Stan Grant’s One Plus One. (R) 11.00 Quoll Farm. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 National Press Club Address. 1.40 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.15 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 The Heights. (PG, R) 4.30 Back Roads. (PG, R) 5.00 Restoration Australia. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 ABC America: World News Tonight. 1.00 PBS NewsHour. 2.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 2.05 Destination Flavour China. (R) 2.35 Luke Nguyen’s Railway Vietnam. (PG, R) 3.05 David Baddiel On The Silk Road. (PGa, R) 4.00 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG, R) 5.05 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.35 Jeopardy! (PG)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Family Pictures. (2019, Mas, R) 2.00 Gold Coast Medical. (PGa, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. (R)

6.00 Headline News. 7.30 Entertainment Tonight. (PG, R) 8.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PGal) 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.00 Entertainment Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 Farm To Fork. (PG) 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. Presented by Leigh Sales. 8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) Presented by Tom Gleeson. 8.30 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. A satirical news program exposing the humorous, absurd and downright hypocritical. 9.00 Aftertaste. (Mls) Easton and Diana set about cleaning out Jim’s hoard to make room for their restaurant. 9.30 Why Are You Like This. (MA15+ls, R) Two best friends struggle in life. 10.20 To Be Advised. 11.05 ABC Late News. 11.35 Four Corners. (R) 12.20 Media Watch. (PG, R) 12.35 Wentworth. (Mlv, R) 1.25 Parliament Question Time. 2.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Wentworth. (Mlv, R) 4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Britain’s Most Historic Towns: Industrial Revolution Manchester. (Final, PG) 8.30 Michael Palin: Travels Of A Lifetime. (PG) A look at Michael Palin’s next series. 9.25 Vikings. (MA15+) Ubbe and the settlers find land. 10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 24 Hours In Emergency. (Ma, R) 11.40 MOVIE: Arctic. (2018, Mal, R, Iceland, ) Mads Mikkelsen, María Thelma, Tintrinai Thikhasuk. 1.25 Queen Elizabeth’s Secret Agents. (Mav, R) 2.30 Fourth Estate: The NY Times And Trump. (Malv, R) 3.30 Great British Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 4.45 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 5.00 CGTN English News. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle English News.

6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) 7.30 Ambulance: Code Red. (Ma) Follows the work of an ambulance service. 8.30 The Bay. (Malv) As the evidence builds, Lisa discovers the victim had secrets of their own. 10.30 Criminal Confessions: Vanished In The Night. (MA15+alv) Sheriffs launch an investigation into a missing woman. 11.30 Celebrity Obsessed: Bjork. (MA15+alv) 12.30 Code Black. (Ma, R) 1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 10. From Melbourne Park. 11.00 Chicago Med. (MA15+amv, R) A shooting outside the hospital injures April and leaves the emergency department shaken up. 12.00 Aircrash Confidential: Disastrous Descents. (M, R) Takes a look at the investigation into an air crash, following experts as they comb the wreckage looking for clues. 1.00 Our State On A Plate. (PG, R) Foni highlights an up-and-coming white grape that is perfect for summer. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. Home shopping. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today. The latest in news and current affairs.

6.00 WIN News. 6.30 The Project. Join the hosts for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics. 7.30 Jamie’s Easy Meals For Every Day. Jamie reinvents some family favourites, including jerk chicken, hummus and rocky road. 8.30 Bull. (Ma, R) TAC represents a train engineer with no memory of the fatal crash he allegedly caused. Knowing his client’s missing memory will help the prosecution, Bull searches for jurors inclined against the employer. 10.30 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 11.30 WIN’s All Australian News. 12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Hosted by Stephen Colbert. 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 CBS This Morning. 5.00 Headline News Early.

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6am Home Shopping. 6.30 Travel Oz. 8.00 Harry’s Practice. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 Cold Feet. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Million Dollar Minute. 3.30 Make It Yours. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Frankie Drake Mysteries. 8.30 A Touch Of Frost. 10.50 Jonathan Creek. Midnight Late Programs.

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9GO! (53) 6am Children’s Programs. 11.00 Dance Moms. Noon Royal Pains. 1.00 The Mindy Project. 2.00 Malcolm. 3.00 The Six Million Dollar Man. 4.00 The A-Team. 5.00 The Nanny. 5.30 Nine News Local. 6.00 Malcolm. 7.00 The Nanny. 7.30 Paranormal Caught On Camera. 8.30 MOVIE: Ghost In The Shell. (2017, M) 10.30 MOVIE: The Purge. (2013, MA15+) 12.10am Late Programs.

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Freshwater Dreaming. 2.00 On The Road. 3.00 Wapos Bay. 3.25 Bushwhacked! 3.55 Aussie Bush Tales. 4.00 Musomagic. 4.30 Move It Mob Style. 5.00 Fraggle Rock. 6.00 Red Chef Revival. 6.30 Pete & Pio’s Kai Safari. 7.00 Our Stories. 7.20 NITV News Update. 7.30 First Australians. 8.30 Ghosts Of Our Forests. 9.30 Outlier: The Story Of Katherine Johnson. 10.30 News. 10.40 Late Programs.

6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Star Trek: Enterprise. 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. 10.00 Star Trek: Voyager. 11.00 Jake And The Fatman. Noon Nash Bridges. 1.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 2.00 CSI: Miami. 3.00 Bondi Rescue. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 4.30 Star Trek: The Next Generation. 5.30 Star Trek: Enterprise. 6.30 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. 10.20 NCIS. 11.15 Late Programs.

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6.00 WorldWatch. 9.30 Greek News. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 ABC America: World News Tonight. 1.00 PBS NewsHour. 2.00 Destination Flavour China. (R) 3.00 Luke Nguyen’s Railway Vietnam. (R) 3.30 David Baddiel On The Silk Road. (PG, R) 5.05 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.35 Jeopardy! (PG)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Mommy’s Little Angel. (2018, Mav, R) 2.00 Gold Coast Medical. (PGa, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 The Drum. 6.55 Sammy J. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads: Coober Pedy, South Australia. Poh Ling Yeow explores Coober Pedy. 8.30 Q+A. Hosted by Hamish Macdonald. 9.35 The Rise Of The Murdoch Dynasty: The Comeback. (Ms, R) Part 3 of 3. 10.35 ABC Late News. 11.05 The Royal Wives Of Windsor. (PG, R) 11.50 Wentworth. (MA15+ad, R) 12.40 Killing Eve. (MA15+v, R) 1.25 Parliament Question Time. 2.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Wentworth. (MA15+ad, R) 4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 The World’s Greatest Palaces: Peles Castle. (PG) 8.30 Michael Mosley: The Truth About Cosmetic Treatments. (M) Part 2 of 2. 9.30 Cornwall With Simon Reeve. (PG) Part 1 of 2. 10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 24 Hours In Police Custody. (Malv, R) 11.55 M: The City Hunts A Murderer. (MA15+l, R) 1.45 The Little Drummer Girl. (Malsv, R) 3.30 Inside North Korea’s Dynasty. (PGaw, R) 4.25 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 5.00 CGTN English News. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle English News.

6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGv) 8.30 Wife Swap Australia. (PGal) A lenient mum of unruly quadruplets and a no-nonsense mum of two highly-disciplined kids swap lives, turning their families upside down. 10.00 Busted In Bangkok. (Mal) Follows Thailand’s tourist police. 11.00 Gordon Ramsay On Cocaine. (Mdlv, R) Part 2 of 2. 12.00 MOVIE: Breaking The Surface. (1997, Mav, R) Mario López. 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 11. From Melbourne Park. 11.00 Chicago Med. (Mam, R) Will takes heat for making an unauthorised move to treat his pregnant patient. 12.00 Aircrash Confidential: Incredible Causes. (Mav, R) Takes a look at the investigation into the crash of Arrow Air Flight 1285 that claimed the lives of 256 people. 1.00 Our State On A Plate. (PG, R) Julie talks about all things chocolate. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. Home shopping. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today. The latest in news and current affairs.

6.00 WIN News. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Ambulance Australia. (Ma, R) A motorbike rider falls at high speed. 8.30 Gogglebox. (Return) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 9.30 Law & Order: SVU. (Msv) The team investigates when a role-play session on a camming website turns violent. 10.30 This Is Us. The Pearsons navigate family milestones. 11.30 WIN’s All Australian News. 12.30 The Project. (R) 1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 CBS This Morning. 5.00 Headline News Early.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Doctor Who. 8.45 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. (Return) 9.35 Hard Quiz. 10.05 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. 10.35 You Can’t Ask That. 10.55 Quoll Farm. 11.55 Parks And Recreation. 12.20am Reno 911! 12.40 W1A. 1.15 Back In Very Small Business. 1.40 QI. 2.15 Brassic. 3.00 News Update. 3.05 Close. 5.00 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch. Noon Basketball. NBA. Denver Nuggets v Los Angeles Lakers. Replay. 2.00 Post Radical. 2.50 Hunting Hitler. 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.05 Lee Lin Chin’s Fashionista. 5.15 NBL: Overtime. 5.45 Shortland Street. 6.15 Abandoned Engineering. 7.10 Jeopardy! 7.40 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 The Curse Of Oak Island. 9.20 Time Warp: The Greatest Cult Films. 10.55 Late Programs.

7TWO (72) 6am Home Shopping. 6.30 Travel Oz. 8.00 Harry’s Practice. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 Cold Feet. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Million Dollar Minute. 3.30 Creek To Coast. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Murdoch Mysteries. 11.30 Andrew Denton’s Interview. 12.30am Late Programs.

9GEM (52) 6am TV Shop. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 TV Shop. 10.30 Ellen DeGeneres. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon As Time Goes By. 1.00 Days Of Our Lives. 1.55 The Young And The Restless. 2.50 MOVIE: Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None. (1974, PG) 4.50 Heartbeat. 6.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 11. 7.00 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Poirot. 9.30 The First 48. 10.30 The Disappearance. 11.30 Late Programs.

BOLD (81) 6am Shopping. 8.00 Star Trek: Enterprise. 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. 10.00 Star Trek: Voyager. 11.00 Jake And The Fatman. Noon Nash Bridges. 1.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 2.00 CSI: Miami. 3.00 Bondi Rescue. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 4.30 Star Trek: The Next Generation. 5.30 Star Trek: Enterprise. 6.30 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 Hawaii Five-0. 9.30 L.A.’s Finest. 10.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. 11.30 Late Programs.

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7MATE (73) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 America’s Game. 11.00 A Football Life. Noon Swamp People. 1.00 Ax Men. 2.00 Wildlife Heroes. 3.00 The Simpsons. 4.00 Al McGlashan’s Fish’n With Mates. 4.30 Pawnography. 5.00 Pawn Stars. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 MOVIE: Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows: Part 2. (2011, M) 10.05 MOVIE: 10,000 BC. (2008, M) 12.15am Late Programs.

9GO! (53) 6am Children’s Programs. 11.00 Dance Moms. Noon Royal Pains. 1.00 The Mindy Project. 2.00 Malcolm. 3.00 The Six Million Dollar Man. 4.00 The A-Team. 5.00 The Nanny. 5.30 Nine News Local. 6.00 Malcolm. 7.00 The Nanny. 7.30 Young Sheldon. 8.30 MOVIE: Happy Gilmore. (1996, M) 10.30 MOVIE: EuroTrip. (2004, MA15+) 12.30am Quantum Leap. 1.30 Xtreme Collxtion. 2.00 Late Programs.

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Anthem Sessions Interstitials. 2.00 Red Earth Uncovered. 3.00 Wapos Bay. 3.25 Bushwhacked! 3.55 Aussie Bush Tales. 4.00 Musomagic. 4.30 Move It Mob Style. 5.00 Fraggle Rock. 6.00 Foreign Flavours. 6.30 Pete & Pio’s Kai Safari. 7.00 Our Stories. 7.20 NITV News Update. 7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. 8.30 MOVIE: Notorious. (2009, MA15+) 10.40 Late Programs. 26 NOOSA TODAY Friday, 12 February, 2021

6am Cheers. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 9.00 Becker. 10.00 Frasier. 11.00 Cheers. Noon WIN’s All Australian News. 1.00 Medium. 2.00 Two And A Half Men. 3.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 4.00 Becker. 5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 Friends. Midnight Home Shopping. 1.30 Medium. 3.30 Frasier. 4.30 Home Shopping.

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Mentor business boost When COVID19 restrictions shut down Gail Rast’s cooking school for four months in 2020 she turned to Business Mentoring Noosa (BMN) for help, with mentors Julie Piper and Jan Osmond answering the call. Julie said BMN had contacted all previous mentees to see if they needed help dealing with COVID-restrictions. A sole trader Gail has operated her homebased cooking class business, Life’s a Feast, for the past 11 years in Noosa since quitting her high-powered financial services position in Sydney. “I suffered corporate burn out and after some soul-searching it became clear that I needed to work in a capacity that I enjoyed and follow my passion - cooking and food,“ she said.“I recognised that many people lack confidence in the kitchen, particularly when entertaining, and that many find cooking a chore rather than a joy. So I created my cooking classes to provide an experience that inspires, imparts practical skills and knowledge and is also a lot of fun.“ Julie said with cooking being such a handson experience Gail didn’t want to risk having a Covid incident. She wanted to make sure she was providing a Covid safe environment. “It’s such a lonely world for sole traders. They don’t have a sounding board,“ she said. Julie said while Gail was very capable BMN provided her the sounding board to confidently navigate the Covid challenges. “My business is currently doing better than pre-Covid, as many people became interested in cooking in 2020, largely out of necessity and realised that their cooking skills and repertoire could be improved,“ Gail said. “The mentoring program was instrumental in me reinstating my business and helping ensure it became Covid-safe. It has given me confidence, motivation and tools to deal with challenges in all areas of my life. “There are still challenges for us as a result

Enjoying their meal at outdoor dining. of constantly changing restrictions and border closures, resulting in people either being unable to travel or having travel plans cancelled at short notice. “Now we are working on ways to make it more sustainable. Through this process I am currently working to make my cooking classes available online so regardless of where people are located they can join a class.“Life’s a Feast provides interactive, hands-on cooking classes limited to groups of 10 people, allowing plenty of participation and support.

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Peregian Nippers experienced their first mini-carnival for the year last Sunday as the fledgling surf club continues to build up its members. As the youngsters learn the skills they need to be safe in the surf and eventually learn to keep others safe, adult are signing up to become lifesavers and volunteers at the Peregian Beach Surf Club.

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Peregian Nippers experienced their first mini-carnival for the year last Sunday as the fledgling surf club continues to build up its members. As the youngsters learn the skills they need to be safe in the surf and eventually learn to keep others safe, adult are signing up to become lifeBy Margaret Maccoll savers and volunteers at the PereMore than 20 hinterland residents are acting gian Beach Surf Club. as secret agents as they gather evidence for

Quarry quandary Noosa Council to back up its legal case against

operators of the Kin Kin Quarry.The quarry opFor more on the nippers erates under a legal license but residents say increased truck movements to more than 200 a carnival see pageday 41 to and from the quarry is threatening their lifestyle, businesses, mental health and safety on the road. As the evidence is mounting Council is putting pressure on the quarry in the form of fines

for breaches of its Quarry Management Plan (QMP). At a roundtable meeting last Friday Council announced quarry operators Cordwell Resources had been issued a further $27,000 in fines, bringing the total over the past four months to $80,000, none of which has been paid. To assist in preparing Council’s legal case, residents have volunteered to complete a 30-question survey. It asks them to detail the current environment, the nature of the impact of more than 200 truck movements daily,

dust problems in the area, plus it seeks their thoughts on the best way to address community concerns. Mayor Clare Stewart said residents were best placed to describe the environment, noise impacts and other amenity issues which relate directly to the quarry’s truck movements.Kin Kin Community Group president Jan Bonsall said depression and anger were rife in the community because of the impact of the trucks. “It’s ruined paradise,” she said. The majority of us went to live in Kin Kin to get out of

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suburbia. We didn’t go there to have it inflicted upon us. If you think of 200 trucks a day, that’s fairly disruptive. It’s not consistent with the idyllic life you want to take up.” Ms Bonsall recalled a recent incident where a mother taking her young children to school over the range was forced to swerve over to the edge of the road when she met a truck on a corner. “She’s terrified,” she said. Ms Bonsall said the community was appreciative of the effort being put in by council and Ms Bolton. Continued on page 5

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Demand Charges - How High? Many businesses are unaware they pay demand charges are included on in their energy bills. Do you know if your businesses is subject to demand charges? Are you paying too much? A demand tariff is based on your business’s power demand on the network (measured over 30-minute intervals) and the total amount of power used. On your monthly bill, you will see a demand charge based on your electricity demand from the network in kilowatt (kW) or kilovolt-amperes (kVA). Demand charges are like a car trip - one charge is for the total distance travelled (your total electricity usage), and another charge for the fastest speed on your trip (your peak demand). Power is measured as the average demand over 30 minutes. The units of power, kVA, are measured by adding up the energy consumed, dividing by the interval of time and including the power factor of the connection. Where the power factor is not available, your demand measure in kilowatts (kW). Peak demand is the highest average 30-minute period of demand over a month. Peak demand can be a large part of your total power bill, depending on the overall rate structure of power access from your retailer. If your business or factory uses 100kWh of electricity for 15 mins when you turn on all electrical equipment or machinery is starting up, and for the rest of the 30 minute period, it uses 50kWh, then your power use is 150kWh over 30 minute period. Therefore, the demand for this period is 150kWh x 2 = 300kW. The demand for some tariffs is calculated using ‘any-time’ demand - maximum demand is the highest 30-minute demand period, in a month. Other demand tariffs depend on when the maximum demand occurs.Find out more about demand charges and how to reduce them. Bring your energy bill and come to the ZEN Inc. Business Forum. Book at ZEN Inc. www.zeroemissionsnoosa.com.au/ Reducing Your Energy Costs for Business Forum Bring your energy bill to ZEN Inc’s. Business Forum, on Wed., 24 March, 5.30pm - 7.30pm. Bookings essential for COVID compliance. For more information and to book, use the green button on ZEN Inc’s. website. This free event is supported by Noosa Council.

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North Shore solutions Each new year brings so many new possibilities and opportunities, as well resolutions and solutions. Already the predominant call out across QLD communities is for increased responsibility, accountability and one that is coming back after a hiatus, consequences. As seen, there comes a time when those who engage in dangerous and disrespectful behaviours must be held accountable, and our social contract to each other honoured. Noosa North Shore, Teewah, Cooloola, our much-loved Great Sandy National Park is just one example of where our community had said “enough is enough”. Residents and visitors have rightfully called for the small cohort who litter, terrorise and endanger others to desist, or face consequences. So have our frontliners. When repeated requests for better behaviours fail, collective efforts go to resolving, including 2 years of stakeholder meetings via the Teewah Cooloola Working Group (TCWG). Education, as we have seen, can only go so far, and new guidelines, methods of monitoring and increased infringements had to be considered. Solutions are not easy for an area that has two entrances, represented by neighbouring electorates and shires who may have different expectations and branding. Finding a balance is not always easy. Over the last 6 months progress has been made including the implementation of camping zones this month to increase safety and improve management, with small or larger sites accessed at the QPWS website. Additionally, number plate recognition cameras have been installed, as well ‘roamers’, and a drone, or UAV

Noosa MP Sandy Bolton (unmanned aerial vehicle) is now available for our police to quickly send out to obtain evidence of offenses including hooning. A chemical toilet dumping station has been installed (yes, it looks big enough for semis!), located before first cutting in readiness for the upcoming mandatory ‘porta potties’. With increased compliance monitoring between QPWS, Council

and our police, there have been infringements issued, which will continue, as well extra resources allocated in peak periods and for notified planned, and unplanned (yes ‘schoolies’) large events or parties. These are all solid starts into addressing what has been a 3-year journey, however we still have a way to go. Issues such as mobile ‘black spots’ for reporting incidents

are not simple to rectify, as current available options such as towers anecdotally would not be supported in the community. Finding the sustainable number of day drippers to reduce environmental and resident impacts (as well anyone that gets caught in the Moorindal/Poinciana ‘jam’), is one that the TCWG is currently grappling with - again not easy as there are diverse viewpoints and ramifications. As we go along, there will be needed adjustments, and this is where our community can assist enormously. If the new zones are creating issues - let QPWS or us know. If you see someone ‘doing wrong’ - let our frontliners know. For 2021, the message is clear. Whether it is to do with what is occurring in our community, or across the State, the patience for unacceptable behaviours has run out. Its time to take ownership of our actions, respect each other, our home, or where we visit. Take responsibility for what you do and say, understanding the consequences of, which can have wonderful positive impacts or be devastatingly negative to self and others. When camping or visiting, leave only your footprints behind, and take away great memories. And for those that continue to ignore the message, there may be a time when offenders can no longer obtain permits to access these places. Harsh? Yes, however this is about responsibility, accountability, and consequences. Until next month, enjoy our beautiful home and those we share it with. And keep up the fabulous work as ‘look outs’ as it is up to all of us to create what you seek.

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Cooroy hinterland playground Cr Stewart doesn’t seem to understand the difference between ’community consultation’ and ’community information sessions’. The council has planned and designed this hinterland ‘adventure’ tourist attraction, without community consultation, to be built on floodprone and contaminated ground, at a time when increasing storms and flooding of this area have been forecast. It seems quite likely that the future maintenance, replacement and repair of damaged ‘adventure’ equipment and facilities will be hugely expensive and this playground will be an expense Noosa ratepayers cannot afford. Collapsible fences, replacement of contaminated soil, safety warning signs and rising water alarms appear to be taking the place of responsible future planning. Is there not one councillor enlightened and courageous enough to insist that this tourist attraction be built in a more appropriate location? J Walkden, Cooroy

Species disappearing Some species are truly magnificent. Here are three ; Painted Wolves - Of all animals on earth these dogs look after their elderly and sick members the most. They regurgitate food not just for young but adults as well. They vote, participatory democracy style, on hunts and new leaders (always female!) with sneezes and eerie calls. Note: endangered due to greedy humans. Australian Minor birds - One of the only recorded bird species that will come to the aid of another species of bird when attacked! Altruistic Avian’s! Sulphur Crested Cockatoo Very difficult to tell between male and female (no gender politics!), display noticeable affection for each other (show the love) and scientists have recorded homosexual pair bonding ( no bigot birds here). All species will be wiped out if profit/ growth/paradox/perplexities continue in human endeavour. Dylan White, Doonan

A need for compassion in aged care homes I have a mother in aged care in an Anglicare Home in North Brisbane. It has been a very heart breaking 12 months with the many restrictions put upon family members wanting to visit their parents. I was unable to visit my mother for many months when all visitors were required to have a flu shot before visiting. I refused to get this unnecessary shot so I was unable to visit. (I was born with a very healthy and intelligent immune system to keep me strong and healthy against foreign anti-bodies and don’t need a chemical immune boost to interfer with my own natural immune system.) There have been several lockdowns and time curfews and restrictions on being able to visit or take people out of the home also even for a short drive. To take my mother out for a drive for 20 minutes would require her to quarantine for 3 days in her room. Recently some restrictions were lifted. I visited my mother last week but had to keep to her room or take her outside. A few metres from my mother’s room is a piano. There were no other people in the area, so I took

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my mother near the piano while I played her a song. (All the other residents in her cottage were stuck in front of a balring television watching a very violent television program unfit for human consumption). My mother was so happy to hear some music and she was smiling and singing along. The fun was soon cut short when a staff member told me to stop. I wasn’t allowed to be in a communal area because of covid rules. When I explained there were no other people in the area and indeed no one around for at least 30 metres, that reasoning wasn’t accepted. Seems that covid requires people to be safe and consequently kept away from music, joy or any sign of happiness. When are people going to start to have some compassion instead of blindly following rules which in many cases are not in the best interests of old people or anyone for that matter. (Think of people just blindly following rules in Hiltler Germany). I bet if my mother was given the choice of having a family member play the piano for her; or being locked away from her loved ones because of a flu which has a 99.998% survival rate - she would choose the former. What’s the point of saving these old people from this annual flu by locking them away from happiness. They might as well be dead if all the joy is taken away from their lives. We are told it is ’saving their life’, saving them from happiness and replacing it with loneliness, sadness, depression and hopelessness. When are we going to have some intelligent debate and sensible decisions made instead of this nonsense continuing indefinitely and the fabrication of the death figures to justify their need for political control. When are the politicians going to start listening to medical experts instead of politicians and big tech billionaires like Bill Gates. When will the health department start listening to the ’World Doctors Alliance’ for the truth instead of the lies of the mainstream media. When are people going to wake up and realise the lies of the World Economic Forum and their objective to rob us of all our freedoms and humanity and force people to be injected with a deadly, dangerous, untested, untrialed, dehumanising ’experiment’. Wake up everyone before it’s too late. Fred Brown, Pomona

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Terrie Haley took this beautiful photo of Main Beach about 5.30pm one day last week. If you have a Lenscape please email to newsdesk@noosatoday.com.au

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Chook pen chat In the chook pen, producing nest eggs, raising baby chicks, scratching out a living and obeying the pecking order, the Quiet Hard Working Australorps were being fed chicken feed and codswallop. Top Cocks crowed gobbledegook that work reforms would feather all nests. Fair dinkum. Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach

Correction In Noosa Today (5/2) an article titled Quarry Quandary incorrectly reported Noosa MP Sandy Bolton saying ’no mechanism existed to review quarry operations which raised concerns not only for the Kin Kin community but other operations across Queensland’. Ms Bolton’s statement was in relation to Environmental Authorities not to a review of quarry operations. We apologise for the mistake.

Aged care not all bad Residential aged care on the Sunshine Coast has been in the news lately for all the wrong reasons. And while it is important that poor levels of care and service irregularities are addressed quickly and sanctioned appropriately, it is equally important not to view all aged care services through a negative prism. Most residents living in aged care receive outstanding support, companionship, and love from staff. They are treated with dignity and their care needs are managed to the highest standards with professionalism and respect. At NoosaCare’s two incredible facilities Carramar in Tewantin and Kabara in Cooroy - we have 350 staff who work tirelessly to assist our residents live their best life. Our staff to resident ratios are above the industry average and we are best practice in our clinical approaches. For example, only registered enrolled nursing staff can give out medications and we have had a dedicated infection control officer for years - long before such a position was strongly recommended by the Royal Commission. NoosaCare is the only community owned, not-for-profit aged care provider in the Noosa Shire. Most of our residents come from the

As dusk settles over Noosa so begins the nightly migration of wave after wave of Flying Fox colonies numbering in the thousands as they silently wing their way across the skies feeding on airborne insects to reach their feeding grounds. It truly is a spectacle to witness and marvel at nature on our doorstep, says Angela Farnsworth who captured this shot recently. If you have a Lenscape please email newsdesk@noosatoday.com.au local area and we are proud the connections we have built with the community over more than 35 years. Last financial year we recorded 13,756 volunteer hours - representing a monetary value of some $433,326. The fact that we can draw on such strong volunteer support is a testament to our commitment to strong community engagement. Such engagement also helps to provide an additional oversight mechanism for our care and services. Our 10-strong volunteer board all live in the local area and bring extensive experience and knowledge from a range of backgrounds in business, finance, law, human resources, international relations and medicine. Two board members have high-level clinical expertise, reflecting the Board’s high priority on effective clinical governance. The release of the Royal Commission final report at the end of this month will undoubt-

edly generate further public debate about the quality of aged care services. At NoosaCare, we welcome conversations around staffing numbers and funding levels in the sector. As a leading provider of dementia services, we would particularly encourage greater recognition of the higher funding needs of those in our care living with dementia. What we would welcome most, however, is a recognition that the majority of people working or volunteering in the sector are motivated by compassion and a genuine desire to help others. They are good people trying to do good things at a time of great uncertainty and change and it is important not to tar all those working in the sector with the same brush. Ann Harrap, President of NoosaCare Inc. Megan D’Elton, CEO of NoosaCare Inc

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On The Soapbox Ingrid Jackson

Tricks of political debate When I was first elected to Noosa Council, I expected debates would involve the presentation of rational arguments supported by research, evidence and facts. I was soon to be disillusioned. Rational discourse was rarely persuasive in the face of preestablished positions, personal opinions or the desire to win at any cost. It turned out that some councillors were bent on using a range of debating tricks. To the best of my knowledge, I never enjoined in this. I found it unhelpful to good decision-making and, frankly, a waste of time. At first these games puzzled me and later they angered me. A little research revealed that there is a technical term for many of these techniques - ‘debating fallacies’ - defined as “errors in reasoning to undermine the logic of an argument often lacking evidence to support their claims”. Too often in debate, fallacies, misrepresentations and tricks are used to ‘win’ a point or argument. Perhaps some regard them as clever, but I consider them underhanded and even unethical. That said, they are not unlawful and are commonly used. The big problem for the community is that, if not called out, these tactics can result in very flawed decisions. Here are a few I became familiar with at Noosa Council, even though I did not use them myself. The straw man A ‘straw man’ is a form of argument which gives the impression of refuting an opponent’s argument but in fact argues against a proposition that has not been advanced. This can take the form of inventing an extreme position and then arguing it is irrational. This technique, frequently adopted in Noosa Council, was at its most blatant when, during debates about the new Noosa Plan, the threat of high rise development was evoked. The argument put was that any slight diversion would result in a developers’ picnic. Appeal to authority & the role of dissent In an appeal to authority, it is argued that something is true because an expert said it. Often the reference to authority is made out of context. In Noosa Council debates, examples included: councillors themselves claiming to be authorities in certain fields (e.g. town planning, architecture and design, sport, Indigenous affairs, community consultation processes) referring to council staff as experts whose opinions must never be questioned fictitious authorities - “I talked to a legal eagle mate the other day, and he told me ... .” This was even extended to appropriating ‘democracy’ as a rhetorical tool. It was claimed, for example, that I was being ‘undemocratic’

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when I questioned whether council should defend against an appeal of a council refusal of a development. The assumption seemed to be that in a democracy once a majority votes one way, all councillors had to support the outcome. Of course that is not democratic, it is totalitarian. In a democracy, councillors are entitled to a voice, regardless of whether or not others agree. On a number of occasions, my voice was silenced by the majority and I was not allowed to speak. Democracy is about councillors being elected to have a voice on behalf of the community. This voice must not be diminished just because a majority think otherwise. Dissent is a powerful part of democracy. “May we never confuse honest dissent with disloyal subversion,” said former US president Dwight Eisenhower. In law, the Local Government Act and Councillor Code of Conduct require only that councillors acknowledge the council’s decision when making opposing statements. Appeal to ‘the people’ A similar fallacy is ad populum (‘appeal to the people’), an argument which concludes that a proposition is true because many or most people believe it. In Noosa Council debates, a councillor may claim to have been in touch with many people in the community (always unnamed) who have voiced support for their position. There is rarely evidence to support this assertion. It is important in such debates that councillors do bring forward vox populi (the people’s

voice) based on honest and impartial assessment and not purport that their own opinion is that voice. At base, making such representations is a matter of personal integrity. Anecdotal evidence Anecdotal evidence is related to ad populum in that it is collected in a casual or informal way and relies heavily or entirely on personal testimony. Anecdotes are frequently the enemy of evidence. Something is anecdotal if only one or very few residents relate a particular story. Unless this is confirmed by broader evidence, it should not be generalised as if it were a community-wide issue. Unfortunately a vivid example may be compelling to other councillors, even though it is not well-founded as a general truth. Cherry picking This is a deliberate presentation of incomplete data. For example, selecting cases or evidence that supports a particular position while ignoring contradictory information. Generalisation Generalising is the fallacy of leaping to a broad conclusion from a small sample. During my term on council much was made of a single street said to have problems with Airbnb. From this unnamed street emerged plentiful assertions that this was the way things could end up being throughout the shire and that short stay letting should be stopped or residents would be severely discommoded. This generalisation was a form of fear mongering or hyperbole - presenting an argument

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as an exaggerated worst case scenario. Ad hominem behaviour This recourse to personal attack is colloquially known as ‘playing the man and not the ball’. An opponent’s argument is ignored and used as a trigger for a personal assault on character, experience, credentials or motives. Similarly, calling someone a hypocrite aims to discredit another party by asserting they have failed to act consistently with their previous position or statements. When I questioned the chairperson of the Noosa Biosphere Reserve Foundation on a number of issues, another councillor called my questioning hypocritical. To this day, I do not know on what basis. On Noosa Council ad hominem behaviour was also deployed in a more subtle way by diminishing a new councillor as a ‘newbie’ (suggesting a lack of knowledge and credibility in debate). Another favoured ploy, directed at me with fervour, was to seek leverage by calling me out for coming from Sydney (all but one of the other councillors had come from other Australian cities, but I was the most recently arrived). Ridiculing the argument Similar to an ad hominem attack but lacking its direct personal emphasis is ‘pooh-poohing’: disregarding the merits or substance of an argument and dismissing it as unworthy of serious consideration. This may also involve quoting another’s words out of context, misrepresenting their position, oversimplifying their argument or trivialising what they have said. Thin edge of the wedge The thin edge of the wedge is a term suggesting that a relatively small decision will inevitably lead to a chain of escalating events culminating in some negative impact. The suggestion is that supporting a recommendation should be avoided because it will inevitably have regrettable consequences. In Noosa Council this ‘thin edge of the wedge’ term frequently takes the form of a decision or action being characterised pejoratively as an undesirable ‘precedent’, when in most cases it is merely an action that may or may not be repeated at some time in the future. Courts determine precedents; councils do not. Finally These and other debating tactics - such as red herrings, false analogies and filibusters (lengthy monologues to bamboozle fellow councillors) can be used to replace valid, rational and respectful argument. They often lead to poor decision-making. After four years’ experience, I am very familiar with all these debating fallacies and tricks. I see them in use at all levels of government. I am no longer taken in and I’m never impressed.

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QCamel Dairy are inviting guests to their farm for Camels and Canapes this Valentine’s Day.

Enjoy camels and canapes this V-Day Camels and romance aren’t two things that normally go together, but a Sunshine Coast Camel Dairy believe in just that. QCamel Dairy are inviting guests to their farm for Camels and Canapes this Valentine’s Day, Sunday 14 February, to share a romantic afternoon of champagne, stunning views, and their incredibly smart, loved-up camels. QCamel has been a labour of love for the local, family-run business who first started operating in 2014. “We started with 20 camels and selling our camel milk in one store. We are now the world’s only Certified Organic Camel Company, have 120 camels and produce award winning camel milk, cheese, skincare and even chocolates,” proud owner, Lauren Brisbane said. However, the Brisbane family haven’t always been farmers. Lauren and Peter were living in Central Queensland throughout the 90s and 00s with their three children, Yasmin, MacKinley and Harry. Peter worked as a mining engineer, Lauren came from a fashion management background. Lauren said after watching many farmers go under in the drought, she began to

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look for an animal “that could do better” in the tough outback. Camels are not only drought tolerant, but have a huge unmanaged wild population in Australia. In 2006, Lauren and Peter funded a twoyear study into the development of the camel industry, and before long established the Australian Camel Industry Association (ACIA). They fell in love with camels and started plans for their dairy soon after. Lauren and her staff have a true passion for their animals, naming each one and treating them with kindness and respect. QCamel have been operating Camel Cuddle Tours for families and animal lovers for over three years, and are now welcoming new visitors to the dairy for this totally unique, sunset experience. “Camels are truly one of the most romantic animals,” Yasmin Brisbane, Lauren’s daughter said. “There is something so soothing on the soul to have these huge, powerful creatures nuzzle into your neck and watch the sunset with you.” The Valentine’s Day, Camels and Cana-

pes tour will offer a unique experience with a chance to fall in love with your partner all over again. The afternoon promises a spectacular panoramic view of the sunset against the Glasshouse Mountains. Guests will be provided with champagne and craft beer, plus a grazing board of canapes from Sunshine Coast food growers. Camel Milk specialities are also on the menu. Hay bales, music and twinkle lights will set the mood, with camels roaming around to break the ice hoping to sneak a kiss and cuddle themselves. There’s Anna, their biggest camel who eats pineapples whole. Margery and Theodora, the matriarchs of the herd. A kindergarten of new born calves. And who could forget Priscilla who adopted orphaned Sophie with her son Prince. For the most romantic adventure on the Sunshine Coast, book your tickets at www. qcamel.com.au/events and spoil someone this Valentine’s Day. Tickets are $100 per person and the event will take place from 3.30pm to 6pm.

The Art and Sculpture Gallery at The Art Hub Cooroy is currently exhibiting the amazing creative artworks of three talented artists.The exhibitions will run until Thursday 25 February and will feature the unique works of Tim Noles, Peter Scott and Pam Chalker. Tim Noles always felt drawn to the creative arts from an early school age. Being encouraged by his wife and inspired by many artists, Tim has gained the confidence and inspiration to put brush to canvas. His creativity encompasses a wide array of art forms, using acrylics, oils, mixed media and fluid styles. Producing his work on canvas, paper, tin, boards and recycled surfboards. The second artist, Peter Scott, is a Japanese influenced ceramic artist. Peter has recently exhibited in Japan and COVID has impeded him to return in the last couple of years, however he loves to be immersed in the Japanese world of artistic creations.Pam Chalker enjoys creating elements for making jewellery. She incorporates different material combinations, fold forming, cutting out designs and heat colouring copper and titanium. She also likes to include wood, leather, beads and most of all freshwater pears in her creations. Visit The Art Hub Cooroy at 3/2 Emerald Street. For more information call 5447 6155.

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‘State of Emergency’ by Barbora Tomikova.

Regenerate dreams This February and March the Butter Factory will have on show three solo exhibitions by three women artists from the region. ‘Hills Spirits’ an exhibition by Katrina Lezaic features photographs of landscapes that reveal hidden histories in a morbid luminescence. Lezaic explores themes of isolation, resilience and self-sufficiency and draws ties to Australian narratives (Frederick McCubbin’s Lost, 1886) In the second featured exhibition ‘I had too much to Dream’ Beatrice Prost explores a complex merging of opposites; day and night, dreams and reality. The exhibition features some large-scale artworks and is a poetic collection of works featuring iridescent liquid inks and metallic media.

The third exhibition ‘State of Emergency’ by Barbora Tomikova we witness beautifully documented changes in the Australian landscape after the Black Summer bushfires in Queensland. Through the use of documentary photography, oral histories and artefacts collected on site. The exhibition offers a visual record of the bush slowly coming back and captures the human dimension of the disaster through portraits and personal stories collected in the Peregian Beach and Cooroibah communities. The three exhibitions open on Friday 19 February 6pm, tickets are free but booking is essential via the website at www.butterfactoryartscentre.com.au

Little Seed Theatre Company is staging an encore season of Lord of the Flies, following a sold-out season and rave reviews in late 2020. This is the first Little Seed production directed by multi-award winning actor James Millar, who played Miss Trunchbull in the national touring production of Matilda the Musical. The stage production of Lord of the Flies, adapted from William Golding’s 1954 novel, was first performed in 1996 by the Royal Shakespeare Company at Stratford in Avon. The violent tale is not for the fainthearted. Set against a backdrop of a raging war, the play tells the story of a group of children evacuated by plane to an uninhabited island. Capturing the breakdown of civilised behaviour, the play explores the human need for society and the animal need for survival. The power struggle between the two main characters, Ralph (William Law) and Jack (Jack Miller) illustrates the tension between good and evil. While protecting themselves from the outward threat of the beast, the children discover that the real threat is their own primitive impulses. Little Seed’s Creative Director Johanna Wallace said this is a “thrilling, immersive piece of theatre”. “We had such incredible feedback from our production before Christmas, and so many people are hungry for live theatre at the moment, so we are back by popular demand,” Ms Wallace said. Among the feedback, one audience member said, “the surrounding elements only add to the suspenseful thrilling journey this play and, particularly, the cast deliver.” Another hailed the “brutally powerful performances”. Little Seed has built a strong reputation for entertaining shows, with previous

Little Seed’s Lord of the Flies production in action. Picture: TRAVIS MACFARLANE standouts Twelfth Night and The Addams Family in 2020, and the recent production of Sherlock Holmes and the Baker Street Irregulars in January 2021. Lord of the Flies will be held on four dates in February - Friday 12 and Saturday 13, Friday 19 and Saturday 20 - from 6-8pm. Lord of the Flies is set on an outdoor stage, so patrons should come prepared for an evening on a tropical island, complete with mosquitos and the possibility of rain. Insect repellent, rain ponchos and umbrellas are recommended. Book your tickets at www.little-seed. com.au

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Stir fry packs a punch Trevor Pepys reviews Monkey Punch Thai Cuisine It’s hard to past a good Thai feed, and fortunately Noosa has several good exponents of the cuisine. But Trev has been missing one of his favourite dishes, the stir-fried duck in black pepper sauce at Thai Square, which mysteriously closed its doors some months ago, leaving only its sign to conjure pleasant memories of no frills meals served with a smile. But wait. Hot for a stir fry, Trev was ferreting through the online menus when he noted that Monkey Punch in the Junction offered a good range of them, and that furthermore, on checking what’s left of the memory bank, he realised he had never actually tried the place in the couple of years that it’s been on the eat street strip near Mr Drifter. The on-line reviews were mixed - some positives on the flavours, colours, textures and presentation of the food, a lot of negatives on the service. What the hell, it’s live street music night up the Junger, so if dinner’s crook we can at least groove to the beats. Monkey Punch is a pleasant-enough indoor/outdoor set-up with cute monkeys on the walls for a bit of fun, and we were shown to a front table that offered a streetscape sunset and filtered music from just down the road. But then we were immediately confronted with the service issue. Our three waitresses (not Thai) had apparently convened a meeting to discuss human resources issues or their next ink jobs and could not be disturbed, even when Trev started clutching his throat and gasping for liquid refreshment.

When finally we managed to flag one down, I managed to order a bottle of La Plancheliere rose (a decent French quaffer marked up 300 percent on Dan’s price at $44) but it arrived in an ice bucket that had last seen ice at the lunch sitting. When Trev asked for more, the bucket and the wine disappeared for a long time and was returned with three new cubes. Well, with Unity Water’s prices, I suppose they have to be careful. The menu was quite extensive but Trev was not to be deterred from a stir fry fix, so we kept the wolf from the door with a few starters before ordering a share stir fry. Curry puffs ($7.90 for four) and fish cakes ($7.90 for four) were just bog standard Thai, but the herby duck ($7.90 for two pieces) was in another realm, shredded roast duck in shallots, red onion, roasted rice, drizzled with chilli and lime dressing, served on cos lettuce leaves. Similar to a small san choy bau, but with distinct and delicious flavours. For a shared main, Trev and the missus had to address the usual issue of chilli heat, for which there is a simple remedy. We order mild for her taste buds with a side of chopped chilli peppers for my fiery buds. Other than the word spicy, which can mean anything, there was no indication of how hot the lime leaf peppercorn stir fry chicken breast ($16.90) might be, so I asked our waitress for advice.“Yeah nah, it’s not very spicy at all,” she offered. Trev’s instinct was to ask her to check with the chef, but that seemed like a bridge too far so he just ordered the chopped chilli side. Mistake. The chicken breast came beautifully pre-

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sented and colour co-ordinated on a red plate to great effect, with a sea of spicy oyster sauce full of veges, lime leaves, peppercorn and garlic, chilli and ginger all in the mix. It was delicious and hot as hell. But every cloud has a silver lining - the missus pushed it aside after one flaming mouthful, leaving Trev with a delightfully filling meal while she finished off the puffs and fish cakes. The chopped chilli remained untouched.

The missus demanded ice cream as compensation, but the Monkey only serves it deepfried so we went home for a cleansing ale instead. The verdict: Funky venue with great food if you order wisely, keenly priced, let down considerably by inattentive, uninformed staff front of house. Monkey Punch Thai Cuisine, 11 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Junction, phone 5474 5440.

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DAMIEN LEITH: PERFORMS 'ROY' A TRIBUTE TO ROY ORBISON + STRINGS 2020 marked the Golden Anniversary of legendary Roy Orbison and Joe Melson’s classic hit, ‘Only the Lonely’ and to celebrate, Damien Leith will perform a strictly limited run of dates of his stage show. Friday 19 February | 7:30pm $60 Entry

ANH DO – THE HAPPIEST REFUGEE LIVE!! When one of Australia’s most talented comedians delves deep into his own life’s joys and sorrows, the result is an unforgettable night that leaves an audience uplifted and quite simply experiencing… happiness. Wednesday 24 & Thursday 25 February $64.90 Adult 8:00pm $59.90 Concession & Groups 10+

Yum Cha Lunch 11:30am – 2pm. Phone 5449 7155 for bookings.

OCEAN FILM FESTIVAL TOUR With a vision to mesmerise and captivate, the Ocean Film Festival World Tour showcases more than two hours of sublime footage taken above and below the water’s surface.

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$33 Adult / $27 Child $29 Groups 10+

GOOD MORNING VIETNAM These are the songs of hope, courage, love, loss, anger, frustration, and resistance…most of all, these are the songs of connection. Saturday 13 March | 7:30pm

Yum Cha Lunch / Set Dinner Menu (Includes Lion dance) Sunday 14th February | Bookings essential

Leigh Chisolm Friday 12th February

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Barefoot Bowls available! Tewantin Noosa Bowls Club

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MARGARET FULTON THE MUSICAL A musical biography of a true Aussie legend based on her bestselling autobiography. This delightful musical romp follows her journey from humble beginnings to super-stardom. Friday 19 March | 7:30pm $47 Adult / $45 Concession & Group 8+

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Moving house inspired Johanne Wright to farewell some family treasures.

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Heilala Crowe and Mario Tapia Garibaldi and their vinyl record collection.

Viva Vintage From vinyl records and clothing to new items repurposed from old the Viva La Vintage market had a plethora of goods to buy or browse last Sunday. Held upstairs at the Imperial Hotel, Eumundi, the market brings together a collection of vintage treasures and bespoke craft along with live music and a fizz bar. For more information on future markets phone Lisa on 0403 265 196 or email vivalavintagemarket@gmail.com.

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Ramanda Hunt and her Suzie G handbags.

Kait Manchip with her lovely children’s clothes.

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Maria Karambelas and Robert Boesch in a 1986 Darlinghurst Theatre version of the Tom Stoppard whodunnit spoof.

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The pair reunited this year in the Noosa Arts Theatre’s comedy, “A Turkey’s Tail”.

A chance theatre meeting Fate has thrust two star-crossed actors together again, four decades after they first shared the stage in a Sydney production of “The Real Inspector Hound”. Maria Karambelas and Robert Boesch trod the boards in a 1986 Darlinghurst Theatre version of the Tom Stoppard whodunnit spoof and again this year in the Noosa Arts Theatre’s laugh-a-minute comedy, “A Turkey’s Tail”. Both were delighted to be reunited and among the many new faces gracing the local stage, thanks to the theatre’s open auditions during its 50th Anniversary year in 2020. Robert, a former graphic designer who now volunteers on the theatre’s committee and painting sets with the theatre’s men’s group, remembers Maria as “the life of the party.” “Funny, generous and talented. She hasn’t changed. I loved her English accent,” he said. Maria, who also volunteers as a committee member, continues to run her own freelance film and TV crew agency and plays ukulele on Wednesdays at the marina, recalled Robert as an expressive, comedic performer.

“Robert was always so funny and good to see he hasn’t lost his comedic timing and facial expressions,” Maria said. “I had to really work my comedic timing as I had to come in and out of different doors.” Theatre remains a driving passion for both. “I love the immediacy of theatre, the reaction of the audience, bringing a character to life and the many interesting people you meet along the way,” Robert said. “I have always felt Noosa Arts was very wellrun, produced fabulous, professional shows and they’re only three minutes from home.” Maria sees the community theatre as one of Noosa’s main assets. “When I relocated from Sydney, one of the most important factors of my move was there had to be a good theatre company,” she said. “I’ve performed with several Sydney theatre companies and Noosa Arts is one of the best I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with.” The pair feel blessed to be in Noosa. “Noosa is heaven on earth, so clean and tidy, plenty of wonderful cafes and restaurants

and the people are friendly and happy,” Maria said. “Let’s face it why wouldn’t you be? “ Robert said Noosa was always the place he aspired to be. “The cafes and restaurants are arguably as good, and some better, than anything in Sydney or Melbourne. Great weather, great National park, great beach and river, great theatre scene. What’s not to love?” Tickets for the “feel good” production of Mamma Mia -March 25 to April 17- are now on sale at www.noosaartstheatre.org.au or via 5449 9343.

Tickets for the production of Mamma Mia are now on sale.

Guide to K’gari vegetation After more than 35 years of forestry study across the Asia-Pacific Sunshine Coast Associate Professor Grahame Applegate returned to Fraser Island - K’gari where he had studied as a young graduate to compile a record of the island’s ecosystems in his book, Vegetation of Fraser Island - K’gari. Designed as a self-guided driving and walking tour to 10 distinctive natural ecosystems on the world’s largest island, the book will assist nature enthusiasts to explore the vegetation communities of Fraser Island / K’gari. “These vegetation communities contain over 850 flowering plants and ferns which have been compiled into a species list of scientific and common names and sorted into categories according to the vegetation type and sand dune formations in which they are found. Using this guide, the nature enthusiast can gain a snapshot of how the island was formed, some of the post-colonial history and forest management practices, to identify the different vegetation associations and the dune types on which they occur, which range from the beautiful heaths on the very old sand dunes on the west coast to the tall giant satinay trees in the protected valleys on the 300,000 year old dunes in the centre of the island at Pile Valley.

Grahame Applegate on Fraser Island in 1980. As you travel throughout the island and pass through the different vegetation types, often with sharply defined boundaries, this book of 194 pages will assist you to gain a better understanding of the vegetation on this natural wonder called Fraser Island / K’gari.“ Grahame Applegate is an Associate Professor at the Tropical Forests and People Research Centre, University of the Sunshine Coast, Australia, with a Master of Natural Resources from University of New England and a Bachelor of Science (Forestry) from the Australian National University. For more than 35 years he has worked in tropical forest management, community for-

Grahame Applegate on a recent trip to Fraser Island. estry, smallholder forestry, peat fire and peatland restoration in the Asia-Pacific region. As a young graduate, Grahame studied the ecology of the blackbutt forests which dominate a large part of Fraser Island / K’gari, which necessitated developing an understanding of the floristics and the preparation of a check list of the plant species, which became part of his dissertation. During this time he explored many parts of the island, collected, listed and identified with the assistance of the Queensland Herbarium, specimens of flowering plants and ferns from different vegetation types and locations.

After a career in tropical forestry research and consulting, he returned to the island and with the assistance of the Queensland Herbarium, was provided the opportunity to learn more about the island and its diverse and stunning forests and update his species list. Grahame has long held a desire to publish his work on the island and share his fascination with the sand formations and vegetation to a wider audience. Vegetation of Fraser Island K’gari is available from Apple Books, from major book sellers or visit https://www.kobo.com/au/en/ ebook/vegetation-of-fraser-island-k-gari Friday, 12 February, 2021 NOOSA TODAY 39

COMMUNITY UPDATES NOOSATODAY.COM.AU SEWING GROUP The Gilded Lilies Sewing group will meet on Saturday 27 February at the at the Masonic Hall, cnr of Toolar and Moorindil Streets Tewantin from 9am to 3pm. New members and visitors welcome. Contact Maureen on 0404367353.

BURGESS CREEK PROJECT The Burgess Creek Project is gearing up for a MASSIVE 2021 and we really hope you can help. As a community, we achieved so much in just 12 weeks last year, so imagine what we can accomplish in one year. Burgess Creek Working Bees will be held on the fourth Saturday of each month from 7.15-10.30am. The first working bee will commence Saturday 27 February. Bring a hat, water, sunscreen, closed in shoes or gumboots. This year dogs will not be permitted in the Glossy Black Cockatoos drinking hole area. If children are close by, we ask that dogs are leashed, as Rainbow Park is an on leash area.

U3A NOOSA FRIDAY TALKS U3A noosa Friday Talks are held at 1.30 pm at U3A, 64 Poinciana Ave. Tewantin. Social Distancing requirements will mean that numbers are limited. Admittance will be on a first come first served basis. Friday 12 February: Kaye Roberts: Bird, bee and butterfly attracting gardens/Sensory Gardens Friday 26 February: Dr Irene Rogers: Eugenics in Australia. Full details available on U3A website www. u3anoosa.com.au/ or contact Reception on 5440 5500.

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QCWA CENT SALE QCWA Cooroy Branch are holding a Cent Sale on Saturday 13 February at CWA Hall, Maple Street, Cooroy. Admission $2per person. Doors open 12 noon, starts 1pm. Afternoon Tea will be served. All Welcome. For inquiries phone Wendy on 54476140.

PREP PARENT INFO SESSION Sunshine Beach State School is holding a Prep 2022 Parent Information session on Tuesday 16 February 9-10.30am in the school hall. All parents who have children commencing in Prep next year are invited to attend. During this session, families will meet Principal, Alison Welch and Prep Transition Officer, Bec Kennett who

will outline our school’s philosophy and expectation, describe a typical day within a Prep classroom and provide a wealth of information of how to prepare your child for Prep. Register at https://sunshinebss.schoolzineplus.com/ form/263.

PROBUS NOOSA RIVER Looking for something to do? Our Club offers many activities including art, craft, book club, canasta, coffee mornings, creative writing, golf, lunch outings, mahjong, scrabble, theatre, walking trips, ukulele and wine appreciation nights. Our meetings are on the first Monday of each month at the Girraween Sports Complex Clubhouse (Entrance off roundabout adjacent Eenie Creek Rd and Langura St) starting at 9am. If any of these peak your interest please call 0410 687 639 for further details.

TAP DANCE LESSONS Always wanted to tap? Come along and give it a go - starting from the basics to make you feel confident. Give Helen a call on 0448621788 to find out details.

TEWANTIN-NOOSA NATIONAL SENIORS The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa National Seniors will be held on Thursday 18 February at 10am for 10.30am start at the Tewantin-Noosa RSL. Guest Speaker is Shannon from Lend Lease. She will talk about the new Retirement Village at Sunrise Beach. COVID19 rules apply. Please phone Norm for morning tea orders on 3129 0540. All welcome.

NOOSA SENIOR INDOOR BOWLS For fun, social interaction and exercise come along from 8.30 -11.30am to Indoor (carpet) bowls at the Noosa Leisure Centre every Friday . Cost $3 to play and $2 for morning tea, All welcome,No experience required . For more information contact Heather 0403 036 677.

LADIES PROBUS The Ladies Probus Club of Noosa Heads will meet for lunch at the Tewantin-Noosa Bowls club on Hilton Terrace on Thursday 25 February at 12.30 pm. The next general meeting is on Thursday 11 March at Forum Hall, Laguna Estate. For more information call Kim on 5455 3860 or Pam on 5450 6017.

NORTH TEWANTIN BUSHCARE Join the North Tewantin Bush Care Group of local volunteers every first and third Sunday of

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the month from 7.30-9.30 am to help maintain the beautiful natural flora in the area. We weed and plant along the river. It is light work and a lot of fun. All equipment is provided and an excellent morning tea follows. Grab a hat and come along. Ring 0432 384 596.

ROTARY MEETING CHANGE Due to COVID19 testing at our usual meeting venue Tait Duke Community Cottage Noosa Heads Rotary Club meetings will now be held at the Villa Noosa Hotel from 6-8pm the first and third Tuesday each month until further notice. Phone 5474 4053 or 0427 708 928 or visit rotarynoosaheads.org.au

SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCING AT POMONA Every Tuesday evening from 7-9.30pm Pat and Norm Young organise a Social evening at the Pomona Memorial School of Arts Hall - the cost is $4. It is a very enjoyable evening as Pat and Norm provide New Vogue as well as Old Time Dancing. Come and be a Spectator, and see if you will enjoy it. Everyone is welcome. Phone 0407 456 939 for more information, or come and visit.

NOOSA BEEFSTEAK AND BURGUNDY CLUB We meet on the third Wednesday of each month at a different local restaurant for good food, wines and fellowship which is our aim. We invite couples or single men and women to join us. For further information contact John Dicker on 0414 323 266.

ATTENTION SINGERS Andrew’s two A Cappella choirs Spiritsong Chamber Choir (classical) and Good Vibrations (popular) will sing again from early February. Both choirs SATB, some solos sometimes Spiritsong Chamber Choir meets at Tewantin on Wednesday evenings, Good Vibrations meet in Cooroy on Monday evenings. If you would like to create good music in a choir, email Andrew. andrewjemmet@gmail. com or phone 5474 1498. Must be willing and able to practice songs. Computer files provided.

SUNDAY DANCE LESSONS Sunday Dance classes are held Sundays at 12.30pm at the Tewantin Masonic Hall. We teach basic dance steps, waltz then old time and new vogue social dances. It’s lots of fun, so

hope to see you there. Phone 0429 829 328 or visit www.andrewsclassdance.com

SUNSHINE SOCIAL CLUB Coffee 10am every Saturday at the Sunshine Beach Surf Club. We arrange regular lunches, picnics etc. Couples and singles welcome. Please phone Noeline on 5474 5231.

PICKLEBALL - COME AND TRY For fun or competition learn to play Pickleball, a mix of tennis and badminton. Thursdays 6pm-8pm at the Noosa Leisure Centre, equipment and instruction provided. Book to play at https://www.noosaleisurecentre.com. au. For more information emailinfo@noosapickleballclub.com

UKULELE LESSONS The Fun Ukulele Social Club is exciting to get you playing the uke, meeting new people and having fun. No experience necessary. Raw beginners welcome. Group lessons - Noosaville. Call Phone Cherry the Ukelady on 0410 573 629.

ARTS & CRAFTS Learn to crochet workshops: One-to-one tuition with Janelle Turley is on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9.30-11.30am at Noosa Shire Arts and Crafts Association, Wallace House, Wallace Drive, Noosaville. Charcoal portraits four week course will be held from Tuesday 16 February from 9am to noon with tutor Lizzie Connor. Art after Dark will be held on Thursday 25 February from 6-9pm. The association is a centre for creativity, learning & friendship. New members welcome. Phone 5474 1211, email: create@ noosaartsandcrafts.org.au or visit https:// noosaartsandcrafts.org.au.

HOME SEWERS NEEDED We have been sewing throughout Covid and Boomerang Bags are more in demand than ever, but we are limited with the number of sewers at our sewing bees. We need competent sewers to sew bags at home. We can give you packs of fabric cut and ready to sew. It would be preferable if you have an overlocker. Donations of clean re-useable fabric are always welcome and we can arrange to collect if necessary. We continue to support Ocean Crusaders to remove rubbish from the Noosa River and have donated over $5,000 In the last four years. Call Sandra on 0466 449 946 for more information.

PROBUS NOOSA RIVER Looking for something to do? While we are not yet conducting our usual monthly meetings our club offers many activities and these subclubs are meeting regularly and include the following activities - craft, golf, art, lunch, outings,walking trips, theatre, wine appreciation, creative writing, book club, scrabble, coffee mornings, Mahjong and ukulele. Phone 0410 687 639 for more information.

Weekly roster for Meals on Wheels

The Cricks Noosa Community Car will be available for community groups to hire out this month.

Cricks Noosa launches new comm car By Abbey Cannan Community groups will soon have an easier way to get around after a Noosa company launched a car designed to support the region’s not-for-profit groups. Launching this month, Cricks Noosa will hire a brand new car out free of charge for community groups and not-for-profit to use for up to two months at a time. Cricks Noosa Dealer Principal, Mick Wroe said Cricks Noosa has always been passionate about locals supporting locals. “We’re proud to launch our Community Car, designed to give back and support our incredible local community, who do so 40 NOOSA TODAY Friday, 12 February, 2021

much important work,” Mick said. “Noosa community groups and notfor-profit groups can apply to access the Cricks Noosa Community Car for up to two months, to help them continue to carry out their work.” To apply, please email marketing.csc@ cricks.com.au with information about your organisation, how the car would be used, and the length of time you would like to access the car. Applications are only open to community groups and not-for-profits in the Noosa local government area. For more information visit https://cricks. com.au/communitycar/

Weekly Roster for Tewantin- Noosa Meals on Wheels Beginning Monday 15/2/21 to Friday 19/2/21 Monday Drivers: Tony, Dee, Andrew, Matthew & Maricia, Rosemary, Alison, Lorraine, Martina Kitchen: Martina, Len, Geoff, Stephen, Denise Tuesday Drivers: Bruce, Liz, Tania & Friends, Driver needed for D run, Judith, Trina & Don, Baran & Peter, Gary, Simone & Chris Kitchen: Christine, Loz, Jo Wednesday Drivers: Cynthia & Alan, Liz & Pat, Ray, Jennifer & Martin, Carolyn & Sue, Sarah & Paul, Barbara & Gerry, Roz, Simone & Chris Kitchen: Judi, Mary, John Thursday Drivers: Mark, Darryl, Jenny & kevin, Donna & Julie, Justin, Sharon & peter, Lucky, Victor & Tatiana Kitchen: Kath, Loz, Alison, Sharon Friday Drivers: Driver needed for A run, Victor & Tatiana, Susie & Noel, Les & Vicki, Driver needed for G Run, Dee, Driver needed for I run Kitchen: David, Karyn, Geoff, Neil, Charlotte You can also check the roster on our website www.mealsonwheels-tewantinnoosa.org.au If you are unavailable or can do an extra run, please phone the kitchen on 5449-7659.

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Fenna De King.

Pictures: ROB MACCOLL

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By Phill Jarratt

All in a day’s work. Fenna’s coverage of the early February swell on Noosa’s points.

De King - Pacific princess Whether she’s out in the surf beaming at you when you catch a wave, or propped behind her big lens on the beach, thrilling at every good ride she captures to share with the crew on social media, Fenna De King is a Pacific princess, exuding goodwill every moment she spends in her happy place. Born in Fiji in 1968, to a British government lawyer stationed there and a Euro-Indian mother, Fenna and her sister Sarah developed a passion for the ocean from a very young age, but the constant moving, as her dad was posted to different outposts of the Commonwealth, played havoc with her childhood.She recalls: “It was really hard meeting people then saying goodbye, and being in schools where you’re not there long enough to fit in. We were in Fiji and Australia more than anywhere else, and we didn’t quite fit into either. I finished year 12 in Fiji (where dad was now a High Court judge), and when we got back to Brisbane where we had a house, I was 18 and I’d really had enough of moving.” But she’d won university entrance in New Zealand and was headed to Dunedin to do a science degree, so it was soon time to pack a bag again. She lasted a few weeks and came running back to the family in Brisbane. Next it was off to Townsville to study arts and marine biology at James Cook University, but despite the comfort of the warm Coral Sea, she was still homesick, and ended up at Brisbane’s Griffith. Eventually wanderlust trumped homesickness and Fenna dropped out to work in tourism in the Whitsundays. She spent eight years in Airlie Beach, diving, snorkelling, windsurfing and working mainly as a charter boat hostess, where she met a deckie from Melbourne named Jason. Fenna says: “Hosties and deckies weren’t really supposed to mix, but we broke that rule a bit. We met in 1993 and lived together in Airlie for a few years, then moved down to Mackay. In Mackay our two sons James and William were born while I worked in newspapers selling real estate ads and Jason worked for the radio station, and it eventually got to the point where we had enough real estate to sell up and make a move to the Sunshine Coast about 17 years ago.” Fenna had been into horses since childhood and had spent many years in dressage and showing, so from a base at the southern

end of the coast she worked in a saddlery and the family hit the equestrian trail. But, she recalls: “It was getting so expensive we were thinking about taking up another hobby, and that’s when Jason turned up with a stand up paddle board. We thought we’d just be flat water people, because I had a real fear of waves, and Jason hadn’t surfed since he was a kid, but on the second day I caught a ripple at Cotton Tree and it was so fun. I remember coming up here (to Noosa) and catching tiny waves on a SUP at Little Cove, and then we met people like Josh Constable and just got into surfing, and it became an obsession. “James, the elder son, tried surfing but he’s more of a skater. Will persisted and at about 14 he started to become quite a good longboard-

er. I got into photography because I knew what my capabilities were as a surfer, and when it got beyond my comfort zone I’d just sit and watch, and it was so beautiful I wanted to capture it. And then Will got pretty good and looked very elegant on a longboard so I’d take a lot of pictures of him. It kind of evolved from there. Now, if I’m not in the surf I’m behind my camera.” Jason’s work for his company, Bongo Web Design, is transportable, so the family is constantly on the move, following the longboard comps up and down the coast, always spreading the love, and they recently moved to the Noosa hinterland to be closer to our point breaks. Fenna’s surf photography has improved in leaps and bounds in just a few

years, and she now exhibits and has her work featured in surf magazines in Australia and the USA.When I asked her to contribute a few words to accompany a photo feature in a Noosa World Surfing reserve booklet last year, she wrote: “Who would even have imagined that an insatiable passion for longboarding would uncover a slight talent for photography. Constantly learning, all I hope to do is replicate what I see in front of me - the undeniable beauty of the ocean and all who are in it, radiant in all its colours and textures. This is my happy place.” See more of Fenna’s work at www.fennadeking.com Friday, 12 February, 2021 NOOSA TODAY 41

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Hook, Line and Sinker Davo’s Tackle World

The wild winds of change What a start to the week with blustery winds and some pretty average weather conditions. Then the swell picked up and made crossing the bar a bit risky for smaller craft. With winds forecast to drop later this week, hopefully we will be able to get out amongst them again. The Noosa River is providing anglers with a nice mixed bag of fish. The rains have stopped, which is seeing the fishing improve. With clearer conditions the river has started to open up and anglers are now catching fish between the lakes. From the upper reaches, mangrove jacks are back on. Small prawn style plastics and soft vibes work very well here. The Zerek ultimate shrimp is a great size and has a hook strong enough to get the job done. Trevally will also hit this area and, given Noosa is a great prawn river, it comes as no surprise that prawn plastics work so well. Down from the upper reaches, Lake Cooroibah and around the boat channel holds good flatties. Again, using prawns and soft vibes works very well along these sand flats. Check out the smaller soft vibes from Samaki if the waters are dirtier on the run out tide. From the Noosa Marina down to the river mouth you will find a wide range of trevally species, flathead, whiting, bream and mangrove jacks to name a few. If you are after big flatties the new Castaic paddle tail plastics have an action that takes some beating. With a long skinny tail the vibration and body roll these give off on a slow wind are perfect. With the neap tides upon us now is the time to break these out. Whiting and bream continue to feature around Gympie Terrace and as the swell eases you can expect to find some new gutters and holes around the mouth. Lightly weighted peeled prawn, live beach worm on 00 size ball sinkers and 4-6lb mono lines are best suited here. If you are in the market for a new rod and want a more traditional feel but love the weight of graphite rods then the Abu Garcia Rayrex 10f foot 6 ultralight is perfect. Surf fishing has been productive for surf anglers with the bigger surf gear. With the big swell running jewfish will often come out to feed in low light hours. This is where 20-30lb outfits on 12-14ft surf rods excel. The Prevail range of rods from Penn are great value for money and have something for all styles of surf and rock fishing. They are very light, strong and feature corrosion resistant guides. Pair this with a long cast surf reel and you are on your way to landing one of these bigger 120cm + fish. Lastly the freshwater remains consistent with good numbers of bass taking blades and vibes. The surface bite should start to fire up now the waters have warmed up. Try the MMD splash prawn around the lilies and overhang-

A Spanish mackerel from a recent Trekka 2 charter to Sunshine Reef. ing trees on first light, especially as we head toward a new moon. Borumba is holding at 80 per cent capacity and, although this sounds full, the standing timber section continues to claim a few propellers, so watch your speed. Now, for all the latest information log on to www.fishingnoosa.com.au for up to date bar and fishing reports. Don’t forget to drop into Davo’s Tackle World, Davo’s Boating and Outdoors in Noosa and Davo’s Northshore Bait & Tackle in Marcoola for all the right equipment, bait and advice to get you catching. Be sure to follow us on Facebook, and remember: Tight Lines and Bent Spines!

RIGHT: Sonya Anderson caught this 50cm GT while on a Noosa River Fishing Safari. Pictures: WWW.FISHINGNOOSA.COM.AU NOOSA WEATHER FORECAST

Tide Times

THURS 11TH FEBRUARY

11TH FEBRUARY TO 17TH FEBRUARY 2021 Time

Height

Time

THURS 11TH FEBRUARY 1:24 AM 8:03 AM

0.28 m 2.11 m 0.26 m 2.09 m

26 / 20 °C

FRI 12TH FEBRUARY 2:30 PM 8:11 PM

0.41 m 1.55 m

Scattered clouds.

3:06 PM 8:51 PM

0.39 m 1.58 m

SAT 13TH FEBRUARY

3:40 PM 9:29 PM

0.39 m 1.58 m

SUN 14TH FEBRUARY

4:12 PM 10:06 PM

0.41 m 1.57 m

4:43 PM 10:44 PM

0.45 m 1.55 m

5:14 PM 11:24 PM

0.51 m 1.51 m

FRI 12TH FEBRUARY 2:06 AM 8:40 AM

Morning clouds.

Height

27 / 21 °C Sprinkles early. Broken clouds. 28 / 20 °C

SAT 13TH FEBRUARY 2:46 AM 9:16 AM

0.28 m 2.03 m

SUN 14TH FEBRUARY 3:23 AM 9:49 AM

0.35 m 1.94 m 0.44 m 1.83 m

12482141-SG07-21

0.56 m 1.71 m 0.69 m 1.59 m

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TUES 16TH FEBRUARY 26 / 21 °C

WED 17TH FEBRUARY

WED 17TH FEBRUARY 5:14 AM 11:21 AM

27 / 20 °C Light showers. Mostly sunny.

TUES 16TH FEBRUARY 4:36 AM 10:51 AM

25 / 20 °C

MON 15TH FEBRUARY Showers early. Mostly sunny.

MON 15TH FEBRUARY 4:00 AM 10:21 AM

Light showers. Increasing cloudiness.

5:47 PM

0.58 m

Light showers. Mostly cloudy. 26 / 20 °C

Kyle Gunn’s photo of his nephew Zac’s first ever mangrove jack won the young fella the $100 Davo’s Tackle World/ChaseBaits Fish of the Week prize.

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Pin High Peter Owen

A sober choice pays off Brett LeMoy, a knockabout Sydney lad with a wanderlust, was onto his sixth or seventh cerveza in a cozy bar in a charming Spanish village when he wistfully remarked to his mate: “This is the life. How good is this?” “You know this bar’s for sale,” his friend said. “It’s going for a song.” He thought long and hard, but Brett decided against buying that bar, tucked away in a street at Andraitz, the Majorca village best known as the hiding place of disgraced Australian tycoon Christopher Skase. “It would have been a bit like the mouse being in charge of the cheese,” Brett reflects today. Instead he stayed in Spain for a year, running an art studio with that same mate, before returning to Sydney, where a few months later he met Susie, the woman with whom he’d spend the rest of his life. Eventually they relocated to the Noosa hinterland where Brett got serious about golf, and where, last week, he played the best round of his life - a two over-par 74 that won him the A Grade section of Wednesday’s Vets competition at Cooroy. Playing off a handicap of 12, Brett’s round equated to a nett 62 and gave him the club’s Monthly Medal by a handy margin. “I’ve been down as low as nine,” said the man who had been a member of Noosa Golf Club for 17 years before making the move to Cooroy last year. “I like the greens at Cooroy, and I like playing there,” he said. Brett was in his 40s and working in the furniture trade in Sydney when he flew to Europe in 1999, firstly to visit relatives in Italy, then to go into the art business in Spain. “It was a beautiful place to live - everything was so cheap, and I loved it there,” he said. But he returned to Australia for his grandparents’ 80th birthdays, met his partner in life, and relocated to the Sunshine Coast, where he now lives on a 2.5 acre rural property - “mowing the lawn and raising some bees.” When he was younger, Brett’s sport was tennis, but now it’s unquestionably golf. He plays two or three times a week, and is also a member of Noosa Springs, where his playing partners often include former rugby dual international Michael O’Connor. Tickle shows new promise Mark Tickle, the popular pro who ran Noosa Golf Club’s pro shop for many years, shot a respectable one over-par 73 to finish in the top 15 at last week’s Maroochy River Legends ProAm. Tickle’s round was the best of the four Noosa region veterans who contested the event in hot, steamy conditions on Friday. Brad Burns, of Yandina Creek, had a twoover 74, a score matched by Noosa’s Simon Tooman, while Eumundi’s Hugh Dolan shot a four over-par 76. Most of the field found the going tough, with high-profile stars such as Peter Senior (73), Glenn Joyner (73), Andre Stolz (78) and Ossie Moore (87) failing to shoot par. But Richard Backwell, the former champion junior who played on the Japan Tour for 10 years, had no such concerns. He putted magnificently to score seven birdies in a four over-par round of 68, good enough for a one-shot victory over Englishman Grant Williams. Terry Price was third on 70. Backwell, these days, mixes golf with business and has recently acquired the management rights for an apartment block on the Gold Coast. But he loves coming to the Sunshine Coast where, in 2018, he won the 54-hole Sunshine Coast Masters. Ace for Samara Samara Dryden, the promising Peregian teenager, scored a rare hole-in-one while competing in the Bribie Island Junior Open last week. Samara aced the 89-metre temporary Par 3 fourth hole at Bribie, prompting dad Alex to scream with excitement. “I couldn’t believe my eyes,” she said. “I didn’t know what to think or feel. It was

Purposeful practise TAKE THE TIP PETER HEINIGER Through my nine years playing on PGA tours around the world I had to work out how to practise with a purpose. Looking back, I definitely had my fair share of bad days on the range. By focusing on only one area of your game is the key to getting better. I would only stay on the range as long as I kept my focus on this one area. Give this a go and see if you learn something about your swing, or yourself, and most likely walk away from your practise with a sense of accomplishment. Good golfing. This is a guest tip from HAMISH ROBERTSON - Noosa Springs and Heiniger Golf senior PGA teaching professional. 77c/b, Barb Allen 77, Fiona Watson 78c/b; B Grade - Maggie Ross 73, Linda Laws 77, Pamela Lavender 78c/b; C Grade - Margaret Schofield 74, Patty Neale 78, Lynne Hancock 80c/b. Rundown to 82c/b. Saturday, 6 February Men’s Stroke: A Grade - James Agace 65, Bradly Graham 69, Nicholas Fanning 70c/b; B Grade - Graeme Brown 71, Mathew Leahy 72c/b, Donald O’Donnell 72c/b; C Grade Pete Ferguson 71, David Chapman 72, Greg Cole 73. Rundown to 75c/b. Women’s Stroke: Tash Baker 73, Rungratree Cox 75, Allana Moore 77. NOOSA SPRINGS Tuesday, 2 February Men’s Stableford: Gil Hoskins 34, Peter Foulsham 27, Martin Holland 23; women’s Stableford: Karen O’Brien 36, Sandi Hoskins 34, Marlo Douglass 31. Wednesday 3 February Men’s Stableford: Timothy Smith 39, Simon Cotton 38, Tony Buss 37c/b; women’s Stableford: Judy Buss 34, Leonie Shanahan 32, Diane Kemp 31c/b. Saturday, 6 February Men’s Stableford: Ross Gillies 39c/b, Andrew Seal 39, John Betar 38c/b; women’s Stableford: Shard Lorenzo 38c/b, Rosie Randall 38, Mario Douglass 37. Sunday, 7 February Men’s Stableford: Phil Harrison 42, Drew McMenamin 39, Niels Faerch 36; women’s Stableford: Kaye Bollen 34, Silvana Phillips 33c/b, Anne Howick 33. COOROY Tuesday, 2 February Women’s Stableford (nine holes): Jenny Webster 18, Maria Taurer 17c/b. Rundown to 14. Wednesday, 3 February Vets Stroke: A Grade - Brett LeMoy 62, Greg Michael 69, Tony Hayes 70c/b; B Grade Wayne Carty 69c/b, Ron Blount 69, Doug Pearce 72; C Grade - Ian Mulhall 71, Joe Daniels 72, Alex Kologaras 73. Rundown to 74. Thursday, 4 February Women’s Stroke: Div 1 - Kate Sawrey 70c/b; Div 2 - Jocelyn Rabjohns 74; nett: Kate Sawrey 70c/b, Carmel Clark 70c/b. Rundown to 76. Saturday, 6 February Women’s Stroke: Sarah Brogden 66, Carole Clancy 71c/b. Rundown to 63.

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Brett LeMoy celebrates a hole-in-one scored at Noosa, before he switched allegiance to Cooroy. such a thrill.” Despite it being short, the hole was anything but easy. Blaike Perkins, a plus five handicapper, was the only other player able to get the ball near the hole, his tee shot coming to a halt within 25 centimetres of the cup. Blaike went on to shoot 67 and win the event, while Amy Hodgkins won the girls’ division with 73. Charity golf day back this year The Katie Rose Cottage Hospice at Doonan provides expert round-the-clock free palliative care for those facing terminal illness in the Noosa community. A not-for-profit service, the hospice relies entirely on volunteers and donations. A fundraising charity golf day was scheduled to be held at Noosa Springs last October but became a victim of the Covid-19 pandemic. Undaunted, the committee organising the event has declared it will now be held on Sunday, 23 May, again at Noosa Springs. Hitting the ball too far? Golf’s governing bodies have taken a significant step towards limiting the huge distances some players are hitting the ball. The Royal & Ancient and the US Golf Association have sent an ‘areas of interest’ notice to golf manufacturers, which included a suggestion for a ‘model

local rule’ that could reduce the maximum length of clubs from 48 to 46 inches. They are seeking comment from interested stakeholders. ‘Nine and Dine’ each weekend With dinners now on the menu on Saturday evenings, Noosa Springs has extended its popular ‘Nine and Dine’ special to include both Fridays and Saturdays. The deal - nine holes of golf followed by a main meal of your choice - costs $75. And if golf’s not your thing, there’s an option - a 55-minute spa thermal suite, which includes access to the hydro-massage pool, steam room, infrared sauna and blitz shower, followed by a main meal in Relish restaurant. The price is the same. Club competitions NOOSA Wednesday, 3 February Vets Stableford: A Grade - Keith Munday 36c/b, Michael Norman 36c/b, Doug Rogers 36; B Grade - Dick Patterson 35, Mark Chapman 33, Don Drysdale 31c/b; C Grade - Scott Hobden 39, Martin Taylor 35, Doug Pinnington 32. Rundown to 30c/b. Thursday, 4 February Women’s Stroke: A Grade - Rungratree Cox

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Wicketkeeper Kat Anderson keeping her eyes firmly on the ball.

Amanda Tie ready to take off for a run.

The 13-year-old Alison Lindsay in action bowling.

Cougars leap into semi By Margit Cruice It was a nail-biting finish to the home and away season of the Tier 1 Women’s Cricket competition on the Sunshine Coast. Playing at home, local team Cooroy Eumundi needed to secure the win against Caloundra who could have pushed them out of the top four. In hot, steamy conditions Cooroy won the toss and elected to field first. Amanda Tie led the bowling, taking two wickets in her second over. Young guns Alison Lindsay and Carys Underwood, both only 13 years old, both bowled superbly as opener and first change helping to keep the score down. The fielding was outstanding, holding catches and diving to save fours, showing what a long way this team has come in one season. An unassisted runout by wicketkeeper Kat Anderson removed Caloundra’s danger player captain Amy Bock. Caloundra was bowled out in the 27th over for 93. The best of the bowlers was Amanda Tie (4/22), Margit Cruice (2/9), Carys

Underwood (2/29) and Alison Lindsay (1/14). As the day continued to heat up, Cooroy set about getting the job done and scoring the runs. Openers Margit Cruice (23) and Fiona Gardiner (16) managed an opening partnership of 35. A very determined Amanda Tie (20) helped to build the score. At 3/80 with 10 overs to go, a win looked in order, however, a small collapse had the women feeling very nervous at 7/90. In a match that really had everything, Petrina McAulay steadied the ship and then hit a beautiful shot that saw her running a two for the winning runs with Rebel Seymour. As the women cheered on the sideline, the umpire called a short run, leaving Cooroy one more run to win. It wasn’t an ideal way to finish, but when the Caloundra bowler, bowled a wide the real cheering began. It was a fantastic win that now sees the Cooroy-Eumundi women’s team playing in the semi-finals next weekend. A terrific effort in the first year the club has fielded a women’s team.

The Cooroy Eumundi Women’s team.

It’s all happening at Noosa Golf Club SATURDAY There were 239 players in the Saturday Men’s Single Stableford on 30 January. Scratch rating (M) 71.0 Winners: A: Michael Napier 39, Adam Dehnen 38 C/B, Matthew Gun 38 B: Gary Dolton 41, Brian Holmes 38 C/B, Allan Coulson 38 C: Keith Moore 40 C/B, Damian Hopkins 40, Glenn Heath 36 Placegetters: Craig Lena 37, Bradly Graham 37 C/B, Adam Grant 37 C/B, Sam Boulden 37 C/B, George Bell 37 C/B, Jim Scholes 37, Michael Clayton 36 C/B, John Mill 36 C/B, James Agace 36 C/B, Lyndon Bruggy 36 C/B, Michael Newell 35 C/B, Kev Anschau 35 C/B, Paul Cox 35 C/B, Tony Gerrard 35 C/B, Chris Cahill 35 C/B, Warick Redwood 35 C/B, Stephen Mccaul 35 C/B, Brendon Strid 35, David O’Connor 34 C/B, Gary Elliott 34 C/B, Christopher Townson 34 C/B, Bob Bosworth 34 C/B, Timothy Storrer 34 C/B, Mark Chapman 34 C/B, David Desilets 34 C/B, Timothy Ball 34 C/B, Joseph Barbaro 34 C/B, Grant Baker 34 C/B, Miles Rich-

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ardson 34 C/B, Peter Cossins 34 C/B, Darren Wylie 34 C/B, Shane Dunning 34, Rod Allen 33 C/B, Alan Burton 33 C/B, Neil Garrott 33 C/B, Simon Tooman 33 C/B THURSDAY There were 104 players in the Thursday Women’s Single Stableford on 28 January. Scratch rating (F) 74.0 Winners: A Grade: Heather Alsop 37, Mandy Webb 36, Orawan Millar 33 C/B. B Grade: Noreen Scanlon 36, Marilyn Leslie 34, Anne Martin 32. C Grade: Patty Neale 35 C/B, Lynne Hancock 35 C/B, Melissa Cowie 35. Placegetters: Janice Abey 33 C/B, Rungratree Cox 33, Linda Jedynak 32 C/B, Connie Gordon 32 C/B, Bettina Hammant 32 C/B, Gwen Steel 32 C/B, Sharon Vickers 32 C/B, Cynthia Duco 32, Lani Mcdowall 31 C/B, Irene Kerr 31 C/B, Karen Haynes 31 C/B, Trish Strang 31 C/B, Tash Baker 31 C/B, Allana Moore 31, Jan Forth 30 C/B, Debra Murnane 30 C/B, Jane Peterson 30 C/B, Trish Berg 30 C/B, Maggie Ross 30 C/B, Lindy Owen 30 C/B.

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MONDAY There were 72 players in the Monday women’s single Stableford on 1 February. Scratch rating (F) 74.0 Winners: A Grade: Allana Moore 37, Cheryl Grieve 35 C/B B Grade: Jillian Yeatman 34, Debra Murnane 33 Placegetters: Karen Haynes 35, Fiona Lim 34, Glenys Healey 33, Sally Simmons 32 C/B, Adrienne Wild 32, Rungratree Cox 32, Linda Laws 31 C/B, Raye Cairns 31 C/B, Robyn Vincent 31 C/B, Susan Lee 31 C/B, Marilyn Leslie 31 C/B, Noreen Scanlon 31 C/B, Deb Matheson 31, Patty Neale 30 C/B, Cynthia Jackson 30 C/B, Cynthia Duco 30 C/B, Pamela Lavender 30 C/B, Valerie Stevens 30 C/B, Karen Johnston 30 9-hole competition There were players in the Monday women’s 9-hole single Stableford on 1 February. Scratch rating (F) 36.5 Overall winner: Jenny Drummond-Gower 21.

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The latest results for Noosa Hills Noosa Hills Par 3 Saturday, 6 February Event: Monthly Mug A Grade winner: Kim Poulsen 52, R/up Peter Hall 53. A Grade gross: Zane Jesberg 62. B Grade winner: Monte Dale 57, R/up Tony Bonenti 57. B Grade gross: Trevor Allen 66. Ladies comp winner: Lynley Tierney 54, R/up cb Linda Beilby 54. Ladies gross: Jill Hill 66. NTPs: 5th Errol Grieve, 8th Mike Boyle, 15th Timo Helenius, 18th Murray Joseph. Ladies NTP: Prue Aldridge. Ball rundown: Darren Simonds 53, Murray Joseph 53, Adam Melville 54. Inside the circle on 9th: Zane Jesberg. Drawn for par Jan Pattle - successful. Congratulations to all our winners.

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Finals rapidly approach By Randall Woodley The Sunshine Coast Cricket Association semifinals will be played on the weekend of 6 and 7 March and all four Tewantin-Noosa Thunder Club senior teams are in the running to compete in these matches. Last Saturday was the first day of the second last round of two-day matches and all Thunder teams are well-placed to register wins next weekend. However, like in all cricket matches, there are no “gimmies” and each team will need to perform at the top level to bring home the points. Grades 1, 5 and 6 all batted first and registered a combined 643 runs in their first innings. Next Saturday it will be the bowlers’ turn and they will be relied on to take multiple wickets to get the wins required. FIRST GRADE: This match will be crucial for the Thunder boys to see where they finish on the ladder and whether they play a home semi-final. On Saturday they travelled down to Caloundra and, after winning the toss, batted first. The wicket was dry and flat and the outfield very slow. Shots that would normally be fours pulled up a few metres in from the boundary for twos and this slackened the scoring rate down all day. Alex Bennett and captain Jake Dennien opened the innings and both were unbeaten at the score of 101 after 31 overs at lunch. The team then set a minimum declaration target of 270 but soon after lunch three wickets fell for just 15 runs. Bennett was out for a well-compiled 60 (back-to-back fifties) and Dennien 46. The middle order scored quickly (Officer 26 and Kratzmann 16) but lost wickets and by mid-afternoon the team was 6/172. Then Chris Wright, batting at six, began playing in his usual aggressive style and put on 65 with teenager Cody Pyne (29), which was great to see from this promising youngster. Wright was out for 71 off 81 balls and the declaration came with an hour to play on 9/277. Tom Freshwater and Scott Aufderheide opened the bowling and had plenty of close misses and LBW appeals but eventually each of them was rewarded with a wicket. It was good to see that the only two catches offered by the batsmen were snapped up and this needs to continue next week. The Caloundra Lighthouses were 2/47 at stumps and the Thunder will be pushing next

TNT up for the bat. Saturday to take another eight wickets for first innings points and then assess the match situation. FIFTH GRADE: The team was at home at Dale Officer Oval to Caloundra and after winning the toss decided to bat first on what looked like a good batting strip, apart from the slow outfield. TNT started well with openers Brendan Wright and Steven Hill paving the way. The Caloundra players, even though lastplaced, turned up for the game and bowled tightly and fielded well all afternoon, keeping the pressure on and limiting the home side’s scoring opportunities. Brendan Wright held up one end for an extended stay at the crease for a well-earned

and patient 53, while he combined nicely with Nigel Webster before he ran himself out on 46. With the game still moving back and forth, Euan Buxton (31 not out) and the ever-improving Ben Shaw (38) put on a late masterclass partnership of 60-plus runs that moved TNT ahead in the match with the team compiling a competitive 217, all out. With seven overs of play remaining, Caloundra managed to score a scrappy 30 runs to be one down at stumps. It was a great game of cricket all around, played in good spirits by both teams. Next week’s result will be crucial for points. SIXTH GRADE: The Thunder went down to Maroochydore for day one of the match with

aims of locking up a top-four spot. The day started well with the captain winning the toss and electing to bat. The openers did a good job taking the team to the first drinks break with no loss of wickets. By mid-afternoon the score was 2/79 and the boys were looking like posting a sizeable first innings score. Unfortunately, the tea break led to a midorder collapse and, despite all the batsmen putting up a determined effort, the innings wrapped up on 149. By far the best batsman was Brian Lee with 47. With two overs left to be bowled the Thunder was unlucky not to snag a wicket or two before the close of play. Next week will be a big challenge for the team to take 10 wickets and claim the match points. Friday, 12 February, 2021 NOOSA TODAY 45

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Pirates launch sport hub While the Covid-19 crisis has greatly impacted everyone’s lives and certainly disrupted the sporting world, the Noosa Pirates Rugby League Football Club has seen it as the perfect opportunity to embark on an innovative new community project that is set to transform the way Noosa, and potentially many other regions, look at how they can better utilise their sporting facilities. “It’s bold, innovative, sustainable... and it’s community,” Noosa Pirates general manager Brett Winkler said as he launched the community hub aimed at transforming the Noosa District Sports Complex at Tewantin into an integrated active health hub and recreation lifestyle precinct. “It’s more than just sport. It is about delivering a diverse range of health, wellness and recreation offerings that will bring huge benefits and positive outcomes to our community. “As a successful local community organisation that has been around for over 45 years, we see our role as more than just playing Rugby League. This club has helped shape the lives of many for the better, on so many levels other than just sport. Therefore, it’s only natural that we encompass the wider benefits of having an integrated health, wellness and recreation focus, as part of our facility and community space.” This latest move comes as the Pirates move forward in a working relationship with Noosa Council in order to find a better model that seeks to optimise and maximise the community benefits of this hidden Tewantin gem. Within the precinct there are nine sporting, recreation and community groups that this project plans to directly assist. The Noosa Pirates have been working with Noosa Council for some time after recognising their vision for the precinct, as the new masterplan for the site was developed and adopted earlier in the year by council. The masterplan looks at a significant upgrade that includes new roads, integrated pathways and bikeways, a specialised play area along with better parking and access to the overall site. “It was great that as part of council’s consultation process that we were asked by them to contribute and submit our ideas, next to theirs,“ Winkler said. “It was pretty clear to us that there was an opportunity for someone to step up and that is just what we did. Maybe that’s part of our culture and DNA as a Rugby League club but we saw it as much more than just about footy. “While we will never move out of our core Rugby League operations and business, we clearly see the need to diversify our services and now focus on being a much more, holistic community partner.” The project will see the current clubhouse transformed into suites for permanent on-site allied health professionals who will service people of all ages in the community. The specialist areas will include the likes of exercise physiology, physiotherapy, social work, podiatry and mental health. Next door will be a new, multi-purpose community hub building that will house modern changeroom facilities (for men, women and people with disabilities), a canteen and 46 NOOSA TODAY Friday, 12 February, 2021

Artist impressions of the new health, wellness and recreation hub. kiosk that will replace the current outdated 35-year-old facilities. In addition there will be much needed public toilets to service the precinct as well as community and training rooms that will be made available to the precinct users and other community groups. An on-site gym and wellness area will be able to accommodate many of the Noosa Council, State and Federal Government programs and initiatives that are specifically designed to deliver and help support those in our community to recover and rehabilitate from a wide range of ailments and conditions. “This won’t be your standard gym. It will be run primarily to serve these great programs and provide better access to those that will directly benefit people on a whole range of fronts from senior citizens, to new mums, to young children and families and others,” Winkler said. While the project relies on significant government funding, the signs are promising of getting the required support to make this project happen in the short term. With Noosa Council continuing to work in progressing key aspects of the masterplan that will add greatly to the precinct’s ‘shovel ready’ viability. Winkler said Noosa MP Sandy Bolton had also thrown her support behind the planned project and would recommend it for funding consideration.

There are existing Federal Government program options available, with the potential for more as part of the Government’s Covid recovery assistance. “Yes, there is still a bit to do but things are

progressing well and are on-track. There are real opportunities emerging right now for us to make this great project a reality, for the whole of the Noosa community in the very near future,” Winkler said.

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Office life is dead, isn’t it? There’s been a lot of chatter in the mainstream media in recent days about the return to “normality” in the post-Covid world, which, of course, is still a long way off, but we can dream. Part of that normality is that corporate bosses around the country are apparently devising ways to drag employees who have been allowed to work from home kicking and screaming back into the office. After the initial mass exodus from CBD office towers as the whole country went into lockdown last March, corporate strategists have been trying to work out exactly what is the future of the workplace. By mid-year it had become apparent that office work was not going to look the same in the foreseeable future, perhaps never, and the great minds high in their empty towers began considering options such as taking up more office space so their employees could be socially distanced, taking up less office space in the CBD and creating suburban hubs for smaller groups, and lastly - deep breath - letting everyone work from home while their productivity was monitored. The issue of whether you’ll waste more of your time/their money gossiping at the bubbler or the coffee machine at the office, or sneaking out for a quick surf from home during work hours, is a two-way street, of course. I know self-employed writers who rent grubby little offices because they say their solitary toil can’t be done amid the distractions of home. But I’ve always found the reverse to be true. Apart from half a dozen years of my midcareer spent abroad in the corporate jungle, I’ve spent most of my life working from home. In fact, in a pioneering example of enterprise bargaining, when I agreed to move from an editorial role at Kerry Packer’s Bulletin Magazine in Sydney to become the Queensland correspondent in 1990, the terms were that I could live and work anywhere within a twohour radius of Brisbane and only commute to the capital as required. This enabled us to establish a new and wonderful life in Noosa, but it’s fair to say that my renewed focus on surfing every day ultimately led to employer and employee falling out of love and going their separate ways. But as a concept, working from home just can’t be beaten. For a start, there’s the flexibility that enables me to work around tide and wind issues, fitting a few chores and those inevitable coffee meetings around at least two more hours of desk time than I would ever get at an office. And note that my commute time is zero hours per day. My productivity is probably double what it would be in an office, but I should note that there is always a temptation to work more and more hours to get the job done. This can be overcome with just a few self-imposed workplace rules, the most important of which in my home office is that at 5pm in winter and 6pm in summer it’s time for a sundowner by the river, two if necessary to ensure that I don’t mount the stairs for a final hour or 500 words before dinner. As for team-building, if I want a hit of that I’ll go down to Access 11 and have a moan about my crook back and shoulder with the other old salts as we strap our boards back on the roof. It seems to me that the office, if not dead, is at least being repurposed. More of a meeting hub, less of a prison. But the people who build silver steel CBD towers are not going down without a fight, as recent data and dribble from the Property Council of Australia reveals. The PCA asked itself late last year: “Office markets around the country have been the subject of concern since the pandemic arrived on Australian shores in early-2020. Questions about the relevance of office space have become increasingly common: Will we see an office extinction in the near future? Will workat-home arrangements strangle the need for office space? The answer to both questions is apparently no. PCA obtained 102 responses from members who collectively own or occupy the majority of office premises in Australian

Ex-TC Lucas kept the fun coming last week, and Fenna De King was there to record it.

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CBDs (and) it appears workplace occupancy is finding momentum, as CBD offices in every Australian city (except Melbourne, due to its recent second pandemic wave) saw an increase in occupancy between September 2020 and October 2020. Brisbane led the charge for the major cities, increasing from half-occupancy in September 2020 to 61 percent occupancy in October 2020. More businesses are expected to fill up office chairs as we turn the corner into 2021.” Of course, it might be argued that the PCA has a vested interest and the alternative being too horrible to contemplate, they just keep talking it up, which is why the report concluded with the “heartening” news that Brisbane CBD will see a major injection of new office space this year in the form of a new 27-storey, 24,000-square metre “state-ofthe-art building”, to be fully occupied by the Australian Tax Office. Well, obviously you can’t count beans while watching daytime telly on the couch, can you? FOOTNOTE: Rather than bore you with an artist’s impression of the new Brisbane CBD tax office, I thought we might enjoy one last blast of Fenna De King’s coverage of ex-TC Lucas, the swell that just kept on giving, and wasn’t it fun on the points! You can see more of Fenna elsewhere in this issue, or check out her gallery at www.fennadeking.com Friday, 12 February, 2021 NOOSA TODAY 47

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A spacious three-bedroom, two-bathroom one-car riverfront apartment 2/235 Gympie Tce, Noosaville, has sold after being listed at $1.35m. 227359

A two-bedroom, one-bathroom, one-car apartment 8/29 Ann St, Noosaville, is set for auction on Saturday, February 27, at midday. 227359

A one-bedroom, one-bathroom, one-car apartment 7310/5 Morwong Dve, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Saturday, February 20, at 11am. 227359

Offering five bedrooms and three bathrooms, the property would suit a wide profile of buyers ... whether as a rental, for larger families or for empty nesters who have family coming to stay. People are readily engaging with the property, Rebekah said, with multiple second inspections being conducted. And it wide range of inquiries - from interstate, Brisbane, and locals looking to move across town or upsizing to a house. Naturally silvered ironbark battens have been used on the facade to highlight the beachside style. Inside, there are soaring ceilings, a Wamberal stacked stone wall, flooring of slate, burnished concrete, recycled blackbutt and merbau timbers. The vast living spaces open out on the northern side, while the indoor-outdoor living is further accentuated on the eastern side with a covered spotted gum timber deck featuring custom-built bench seating, a day bed, and swimming pool. A staircase leads to four double bedrooms, study, family-size bathroom, and

A LITTLE GEM Renovate and reap the rewards the twobedroom, one-bathroom, one-car apartment 8/29 Ann St, Noosaville, offers. Set for auction on Saturday, February 27, at midday, it provides an entry-level opportunity to Noosaville, according to John Swainson of Laguna Real Estate. “It’s a little gem,’’ John said, “and attracting mainly local interest. The central location has already seen offers being suggested. “It’s an ideal investment or would suit a single person downsizing from nearby suburbs. “Neat and tidy, it is one of a small residential complex of 10. “It features a good sized open kitchen, a combined lounge/dining with reverse cycle air-conditioning and fan.’’ John said the apartment had a retro feel and could benefit from a refurbishment. Both bedrooms have built-in robes and ceiling fans and are carpeted. It would rent at $430-$450 a week.

powder room on the upper level. The main stairwell is bespoke blackbutt timber and leads directly to the grand retreat with lounge room, main bedroom suite, balcony, a walk-though robe, and ensuite with drencher shower and oval bath. Rebekah said February was being highlighted by considered buyers who had avoided the flurry of school holidays. Young families and retirees are more prominent on the streets of Noosa and the beaches. Yet in terms of property inquiry, there is still a lot from interstate as people fly in after the lifting of Covid lockdowns. People are driving up from Brisbane for mid-week or Saturday inspections, and the local market has been strong. As for Sunshine Beach in particular, Rebekah said there has been a pent-up demand for property in the area. “People who have been actively searching for many months ... it feels like there is far less property available than the market has been demanding.’’

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RED HOT PEPPERS With the security of Noosa property market being in such high demand as a response to the Covid-19 pandemic, Chris Miller of Tom Offermann Real Estate is looking forward to an exciting auction this month at Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas. The one-bedroom, one-bathroom, one-car apartment 7310/5 Morwong Dve, Noosa Heads, goes to the market on Saturday, February 20, at 11am. It’s in a sought-after position within the resort, Chris said, with a natural green outlook. Neutral colours and contemporary furnishings bring the outdoors in, while the galley-style kitchen has everything necessary. In the past 12 months Peppers has seen 17 sales and Chris has handled 1314 of them. “It’s been a really exciting year for the resort,’’ he said. “The sales have shown the exceptionally strong demand for the Noosa Heads location, and being so close to Hastings St. “This apartment has a fantastic price point and the returns are really strong.’’ The private location of the apartment has seen very strong interest. That has come from Sydney, Melbourne and a strong Queensland contingent … Brisbane as well as local buyers. Something that has stood up through Covid has been the number of locals involved in property, Chris said. “The lion’s share of the increase in demand has been interstate or expats but the South-east Queensland pool has remained very active.’’ Chris said a top-floor apartment in Peppers settled recently, marking a record resale price for two-bed in the resort. The sale, to an interstate buyer, demonstrates the trajectory the resort is on. POSITION, VIEWS BRING BUYER Chris Miller has reported the threebedroom, two-bathroom one-car riverfront apartment 2/235 Gympie Tce, Noosaville, has sold after being listed at $1.35m. After one open home on the Saturday it has gone under contract following multiple offers. Situated on the first floor, the key attraction was the extensive river views, Chris said.

A two-bedroom, two-bathroom penthousestyle apartment with panoramic coastal views 4/33 Picture Point Cres, Noosa Heads, goes to auction on Saturday, February 27, at 10am. 227359

Tracy Russell and Michael McComas celebrated the sale of 2 Santa Rosa, 82 Peregian Esp, Peregian Beach, with vendors Ann and Tom Mulligan. 227359

An architect-designed five-bedroom, three-bathroom beachside house with pool at 10 Ross Cres, Sunshine Beach, is listed for auction on Saturday, February 20, at 10am.

“It has three spacious bedrooms and a massive balcony. “Some spots along the river you go too high and get a tree canopy. “Here, you look through to the river. The indoor-outdoor area is fabulous.’’ The buyers simply came through at what was a very well-attended open home. That attracted multiple inquiries. A lot of locals and from Brisbane, but also from southern states and New Zealand. ADDRESS SAYS IT ALL It’s a beautiful location and the twobedroom, two-bathroom apartment 4/33 Picture Point Cres, Noosa Heads, has been built around the view. As the address indicates, Laguna Bay, Noosa River waterways, North Shore, and the hinterland unfold in front of you. The penthouse-style apartment goes to auction at 10am on Saturday, February 27, with Luke Chen of Tom Offermann Real Estate. “There are only four apartments in the complex and this occupies the entire top floor,’’ Luke said. “It’s a big unit with giant deck for

indoor-outdoor living ... bifold doors open right across it. “People are saying ’wow’ when they go out onto the terrace. “It offers position yet privacy just six minutes on foot from Hastings St.’’ Interest so far is from Melbourne, who already own property in Noosa, and those looking to upgrade for position, or downsize from bigger resorts. “It’s ideal to live in,’’ Luke said. “Very intimate. “Locals are looking at downsizing while improving their position. “It’s convenient for location, also to lock up and travel.’’ AUCTION SUCCESS RATE CONTINUES Two Tom Offermann Real Estate-listed properties scheduled for auction last Saturday once again exceeded vendor’s expectations. During the three-week lead-up marketing campaign for 2 Santa Rosa/82 Peregian Esp, Peregian Beach agents Tracy Russell and Michael McComas were overwhelmed with enquiries and attendance at OFIs. At the on-site auction of the

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Mediterranean-style villa there were seven registered bidders and about 50 on-lookers. Sold to local buyers for an undisclosed price, the overjoyed vendors Ann and Tom Mulligan celebrated with champagne. Meanwhile Eliza Coppin’s listing of 18 The Lookout, 1 Picture Point Crescent, Noosa Heads was sold prior to auction with several strong cash offers presented in the first weeks. The successful expatriate buyer purchased it sight-unseen as a holiday home for his family when international travel resumes. It was a record price for the complex. AUCTION Action SATURDAY, February 6 Noosa Heads 18/1 Picture Point Cres: 3bed, 2bath, 2car apartment, Eliza Coppin 0423 726 639 Tom Offermann Real Estate. Sold prior Peregian Beach 2/82 Peregian Esp: 3bed, 2bath, 2car beachside apartment, Tracy Russell 0413 319 879 Tom Offermann Real Estate. Sold on auction day ●

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A silvered Ironbark façade allows flexible light transparency to articulate extensive spaces, featuring a robust natural palette of slate, burnished concrete, rich yet restrained timbers, and Wamberal stone, all juxtaposed with wide expanses of floor-to-ceiling, next level windows, sliding glass doors and louvres. Architect Shaun Lockyer’s modernist design creates an enviable relaxed lifestyle in a serene environment near the beach.

Auction Saturday 20 February 10am View Saturday 9.00-9.30 Agent Rebekah Offermann 0413 044 241

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First impressions count, especially when the contemporary coastal style home with a natural toned palette has design functionality throughout. Zones offer a multi generation family the room to connect, entertain and retreat, with the parts wrapped into one lovely structure. What an enviable family lifestyle in a prestige part of an estate which has a Lake, Recreation Club, and is surrounded by a walk/cycle way in the natural bush land opposite.

Auction Saturday 27 February 12.45pm View Saturday 11.00-11.30 Agent Eric Seetoo 0419 757 770

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Short of feeling sand between your toes, dining on the terrace of a lavish apartment in the dress circle, with dazzling seascapes across the Noosa River to the North Shore, means virtually dining on the beach. Just add salttinged air and a holiday mood. Indoors are two levels of absolute cool luxe with a refurbishment complementing the contemporary beach house aesthetic implicitly.

Auction Saturday 6 March 10am View Saturday 11.00-11.30 Agent Luke Chen 0417 600 840

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This property will have you feeling like you’re on holidays 365 days a year. Start enjoying all it has to offer straight away as the unit comes fully-furnished. Overlooking the stunning blue water of Little Cove and the national park, the property’s spacious bedrooms have been cleverly designed with concealed cupboard and storage space and both have attached ensuites. Outside, the complex’s pool is only steps away, as is the outdoor shower and sauna.

Auction Saturday 6 March 11am View Friday 12.00-12.30 Agent Eric Seetoo 0419 757 770

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With filtered views stretching easterly from the Noosa River to the Noosa National Park, there’s an emphasis on privacy, the only intrusions being trees and birdsong. Entertaining doesn’t get any better even when the temperature drops, just turn on the wall-mounted eco fireplace. The complex’s jetty is a three minute walk away? Forget the car and book the water taxi to your favourite restaurant near or on the Noosa River.

Price $2.595M Agent Cameron Urquhart 0411 757 570

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Nola features six Chris Clout designed townhomes that redefine coastal resort style. A new pinnacle in private villas, in one of Australia’s most desired riverside locations. Nola Residences are opulent two-storey townhomes at the forefront of Noosaville’s bright new era. Designed to maximise its supreme vantage, with an elegance that befits the natural deep blues of the river and the world famous precinct that surrounds it.

Price from $2.2M Agent Nic Hunter 0421 785 512

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Aspire to being centre stage on Gympie Terrace with 180-degree pelican-eye views of the Noosa River, people fishing from the jetty-dotted foreshore, walking their dogs, also having classy cafés on your doorstep? Like to entertain? It is a breeze as the living/dining area is wrapped on two sides by a massive north-facing terrace. Living the good life is all here.

Price $1.35M View Saturday 11.00-11.30 Agent Chris Miller 0412 894 542

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Love an effortless idyllic lifestyle close to the sand? Imagine visually arresting mid-century-modern style architecture with a chic contemporary coastal look, a sea breeze overlay, smart spaces, and natural elements creating a tranquil environment indoors and alfresco. This is the height of decadence for consummate entertainers, family living or holidays in the heart of vibrant Sunshine Beach.

View Saturday 11.00-11.30 Agent Roark Walsh 0437 447 804

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7310/5 MORWONG DRIVE NOOSA HEADS Australia’s favourite holiday destination is Noosa. Trending on wish-lists are swimming in the azure waters of Main Beach, walking Noosa National Park, lunching on the beachfront, enjoying a 5-star resort, and all within cooee of each other. Paradise awaits, a stroll away from Laguna Bay, and a scorching-hot investment idea for someone wanting to dip toes in at the shallow end.

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Auction Saturday 20 February 11am View Saturday 1.00-1.30 Agent Chris Miller 0412 894 542

12/4 S E R E N I T Y C LO S E NOOSA HEADS Picture turquoise waterways over Noosa Sound, Noosa River, Laguna Bay and beyond to Double Island Point from the north-facing balcony. What about the serene location in a prestigious part of Noosa Hill and a quiet residential enclave, with bushland opposite? This apartment in the very chic-named Petrie Mansions, with all the hallmarks of quality, could be yours this summer.

A3 B2 C1 D Price Guide $1.25M View Saturday 10.00-10.30 & Wednesday 12.00-12.30 Agent Robyn Reid 0418 144 484

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TAKE IN NOOSA’S NORTHERN COASTLINE WHEN heading to Noosa for the annual getaway, most of us dream of unwinding with space around us, close to Hastings Street, with a view of the ocean. Occupying just over 3 leafy, north-facing acres, “Noosa Crest“ shares boarders with the Noosa Sound canals and the Noosa Lions Park behind Hastings St. Multiple amenities for owners and guests to enjoy include; two swimming pools, full sized tennis court, private boat shed to store and launch watercraft, and a private boardwalk linking you directly to Hastings Street through the park. Whether you’re admiring the morning light hitting Double Island Point and our northern coastline across Laguna Bay, or watching the lights of Noosa switch on one by one at dusk, it’s easy to see why Noosa Crest is known for delivering one of the most desired views in town. ●

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SHOWSTOPPER IN A CLASS OF ITS OWN ADMIRE the lush wide streetscape wreathed by nature’s best verdant offerings, then realise it is actually the backdrop to a beautiful, indisputably private residence with sensational 180-degree Coral Sea vistas from Marcus Beach, past Coolum and Mt Ninderry, to Alexandra Headland. Oh, and they can also be seen from six oversize bedrooms, five bathrooms, professional office/studio space, as well as multiple living, dining and entertaining options including an immense terrace with water features, a wet-edge pool and manicured lawns leading to extensive botanical-like tropical gardens. This really is paradise. A residence fashioned with visionary eyes and the promise of an alluring lifestyle for family fun plus the ideal business environment, just 10 minutes from café central on riverside Gympie Terrace. Arrive at the front entrance with large double timber and glass doors, be immediately entranced by stone-walls, high ceilings, banks of high panes and louvres, rich Blackbutt timber flooring, plus an intelligent structural design that totally connects and enhances the spectacular location and surrounding park-like expansive spread. It is certainly reminiscent of a luxury guesthouse. The open airy interior and minimalist natural palette, melds with the everpresent and tranquil landscape. Main lounge area is defined by a fireplace, sink-into sofas, art pieces and a piano; dining area has a banquette window seat; the kitchen has been kitted out with the expected high-end functional appliances, stone-topped benches including the island/breakfast bar; similarly, the butler’s pantry. A gas-lift servery window opens out to a delightful walled art garden, ideal for breakfast. More entertaining with view options? The absolute seamless connection from indoors to the undercover terrace with inset garden, water features, orchid wall, outdoor kitchen, dining facilities and outdoor furniture meant for reclining, suggests casual fun-filled times with family and friends around the pool. A walkway takes you to manicured lawns, a Zen-like area with a fire-pit, irrigated vegetable garden and low maintenance stands of palms and bird-attracting shrubs. Along the gallery-like hallway in the south wing are two queen-size bedrooms with a bathroom and office space, while taking the trophy position is the master retreat ‘perched’ on the deck to drink in the views from the bed or the free-standing bath in the ensuite. Shoji screen/doors are a delightful addition to the generous walkthrough robe. In the north wing, a media room (or 14 NOOSA TODAY

maybe an office) has a projector screen which can be viewed from the art garden. Opposite on the ‘view side’ is a guest bedroom with a deck, ensuite and walk-in robe. Making a statement is the light-drenched atrium-like stairwell with timber/glass and stone walls, ply chandelier and wine niches. Upstairs are two queen bedrooms and bathrooms, also an over-generous workspace with custom built seating, desk, and kitchenette, suitable for say an architect’s practice, entrepreneur, home business and artist. “This visually arresting showstopper on the apply named Sunrise Road, is truly in a class of its own,” effuse Tom Offermann Real Estate agents Cameron Urquhart and Michael McComas, “especially for those looking to leave the big smoke, eager to decentralize, desirous of a sea change, as well as those wanting to snap up workat-home residences with peace, privacy, a sub-tropical climate and proximity to all the natural attributes Noosa Heads and environs has to offer.” Facts & Features:

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rise Road; internal access to house + office/studio; additional parking Pool: 9.5m x 3m About: 2 x entrances from Sunrise Road; double glass/timber front door; Blackbutt timber floors; gas fireplace; skylight, louvres, panes + bi-folds; VJ-profile doors; spotted gum flooring upstairs; ducted airconditioner + fans; renovation/addition by Bark Design Architects; part inventory by negotiation Kitchen: Liebherr wine fridge, fridge/ freezer; Siemens oven, steam oven, microwave, induction cooktop w 5 hobs; Miele integrated dishwasher; mosaic tiled splash back; gas-lift window to alfresco garden dining; 3m island bench/ breakfast bar; 2-pac, stone countertops; butler’s pantry incl Samsung dble fridge/ freezer Decks/Outdoor spaces: walled terrace off kitchen with integrated BBQ & mosaic art feature; entertaining/pool/sun terrace from indoors with entertaining options, gardens, green wall Garden: 3 x 20,000L water tanks; bore water to totally irrigate low maintenance gardens also vegetable garden; solar 10Kw; integrated Weber BBQ in alfresco area off kitchen; fire pit Security/Technology: video intercom; electric gates; HBL Fibre Optic x 5; smart wired with programmable lighting & home entertainment systems ●

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SEASIDE ESCAPE TO SUNSHINE BEACH IN a much-revered street in Sunshine Beach is a statement residence, designed by award-winning architect Shaun Lockyer, to reflect the location near the seaside as well as the Noosa National Park. Admire the naturally silvered Ironbarkbatoned facade, glide open the giant Rosewood and glass door, note the soaring ceilings and how flexible light transparencies articulate, and often drench the extensive interior. The robust natural palette featuring a Wamberal stacked stone wall, flooring of slate, burnished concrete, recycled Blackbutt and Merbau timbers, are all cleverly juxtaposed with wide and high expanses of next level windows, sliding glass doors and louvres to create an enviable relaxed lifestyle. The vast living spaces especially the lounge area with doors opening out on the northern side, further explore the modernist theme. Apart from sumptuous sofas, the central focus of a sculpture-like long cantilevered polished concrete shelf, a wood-burning fireplace above it and stacked hewn timber below, is designed around intimacy and sanctuary with a dash of holiday spirit. In a somewhat seamless transition from indoors to out on the east-side, and serving to calibrate the land, is a yearround outdoor environment and alfresco entertaining happy place. The covered Spotted Gum timber deck has a barbeque, hewn timber storage, custom-built bench seating, also a day bed, plus sparkling pool. The galley-style kitchen has all the bells and whistles for culinary wizardry including a butler’s pantry, white stone benchtops, Ilive gas cooktop and grill, island bench/ breakfast bar, and integrated Liebherr refrigerators. On the south side is a bathroom, laundry with drying court and adding to the number of living areas in the residence is a media room with a built-in desk. There is also a staircase leading to four double bedrooms, study, family-size bathroom, and powder room on the upper level. The main stairwell however is bespoke Blackbutt timber and easily distinguishable. It leads directly to the grand master retreat with lounge room, king master suite, balcony running the width of both, a walk though robe with abundant storage, ensuite and wet room with drencher shower, oval bath and as a bonus, the sound of waves crashing onshore. A gallery-style hallway accesses the four other bedrooms. “There’s simply nothing like living at Sunshine Beach in a private location near the beach,” enthuses Tom Offermann Real Estate’s Rebekah Offermann who is taking the property to auction on Saturday 20 February 2021.

“The moment you walk into this superbly designed residence, you get the feeling you are on holidays. It is casual and relaxed, no need for shoes and just a 100m walk to the surf or a walk along the beach with the family and the dog. “Enjoy the amenable sub-tropical climate, also the anonymity at one of the world’s best beaches or at the nearby vibrant Sunshine Beach village with its award-winning eateries, and where the local cafe society preserve the ‘barefoot if you like’ attitude. Respect for personal privacy is integral to the local way of life.” Facts & Features: Land Size: 564m² House Size: 420m² Pool: 2.9m x 5m Architect: award-winning Shaun Lockyer in 2012 About: layered Ironbark facade weathered silver patina designed to filter light streams; Rosewood and glass pivot door; Rosewood window frames; Wamberal stacked stone and Merbau feature wall; slate, burnished concrete, Merbau flooring and Blackbutt upstairs; woodburning Jetmaster fireplace; cantilevered polished concrete feature ‘shelf’ w TV; recycled Blackbutt timber staircase; wall along sitting area of floor-to-ceiling sliding glass/ picture windows and louvres; spotted gum deck/terrace w BBQ, hewn timber store and built-in seating; ducted aircon/fans

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- Beautifully renovated with nothing to do - Sensational hinterland views - Ducted air conditioning and ceiling fans - Spacious floorplan and design - Short stroll to Noosa Main beach and Hastings Street $775,000 Open By Appointment

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212 ‘Sebel’ 32 Hastings Street Noosa Heads 1 bed | 1 bath | 1 Car

- Sunny aspect looking over the resort pool - Larger ground floor with car park on title - Ducted air conditioning with lift access - Strong holiday income and tax benefits - Opposite Noosa’s Main Beach Auction 1pm On Site Friday 19 February Open By Appointment

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NOOSA’S ICONIC BEACHFRONT LOCATION SIDE apartment in Netanya’s absolute beachfront location, quiet apartment away from the pool, access to Hastings Street’s restaurants and shops, strong rental returns and great occupancy rates. An excellent opportunity to secure a two bedroom beachfront property without the exorbitant price. Situated on the famous white sands of Noosa Main Beach, Netanya offers luxury beachfront accommodation in the heart of Hastings Street. Recently renovated with a view of Laguna Bay through the trees 201 Netanya has to be the perfect garden unit right on the beachfront. Boasting a much larger sunny terrace for that quiet afternoon champagne this is a great place to just put your feet up and unwind after a hard day’s lying on the beach and shopping in many of Noosa’s stunning boutiques and clothing outlets. Tastefully renovated with modern furniture designed to suit the apartment and the beachfront lifestyle you will soon become very uncustomed to.

Netanya Noosa offers many facilities to its guests. Boasting a beautiful heated swimming pool and spa which you can enjoy lazing around on your deck chair while watching the surf roll in. Barbecue on the lawn area, day spa, in-house cellar, personalised grocery service and professional onsite management. With direct access to Noosa Main Beach, you can swim in the azure waters

of Laguna Bay, stroll along the waterfront at sunset or take advantage of the many walking tracks through the Noosa National Park. After a lazy day by the pool or an adventurous day taking in the sights, settle into one of many fine restaurants situated along Hastings Street. Here you will find world class cuisine and many boutique shops.

This fantastic offering embodies the ultimate beachside lifestyle. Excellent holiday income and tax advantages to make the toughest accountant smile are just the icing on the cake for your next beachside or superfund opportunity. Own a piece of paradise in one of Australia’s most popular holiday destinations. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 201/71 Hastings Street, NOOSA HEADS Description: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom Price: $1,650,000 (Price includes extensive building renovations) Inspect: By appointment Contact: Frank Milat, 0438 528 148 and Shane McCauley, 0403 646 930, RICHARDSON & WRENCH

Richardson&Wrench 17 ‘On The Beach’ 49 Hastings Street Noosa Heads 1 bed | 1 bath | 1 car

- North facing beachfront - Panoramic views to Laguna Bay - Complex has new pool, gym and facilities - Ducted air with car park on title - Newly refurbished in total luxury $2.3 Million Open By Appointment

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PRESTIGE WATERFRONT POSITION IDYLLICALLY positioned in one the most sought-after Noosa Waters streets and offered for the first time in over twenty–five years, this highly desirable property with exceptional views is one that meets all your requirements, whether you are looking to move straight in or tailor the home over time. An abundance of light and windows enables the enjoyment of the long water views, with an easy indoor-outdoor flow from the kitchen to entertainer’s alfresco area overlooking the rolling lawn and waterfront. On the ground floor there are three large bedrooms, one is a separate guest bedroom overlooking the water with a generous walk -in robe and en-suite. The other two bedrooms are in a separate wing of the home adjacent to the study. Once upstairs you will find the private parents retreat complete with the master bedroom, a fully tiled modern en-suite,

a well-appointed walk-in wardrobe, and oversized balcony, perfect for sunset drinks. A prestige waterfront position, ready to move straight in, this home and its functionality will be one you will certainly love for years to come. Featuring: Upstairs parents retreat with oversized balcony Second master downstairs with renovated en-suite Stone top kitchen with breakfast bar Quality Miele & Bosch appliances Undercover outdoor entertaining Large laundry with an abundance of storage Extensive grassed backyard Generous 811m² block Double garage and ample space for additional parking Separate storage for bikes/ water equipment ●

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HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 24 The Peninsula, NOOSA WATERS Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage Inspect: Saturday, 10am-10.30am and Wednesday, 4.30pm-5pm Auction: Saturday, 27 February, 12 noon Contact: Monique Sommer, 0433 641 158, REED & CO ESTATE AGENTS noosatoday.com.au

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A RARE OPPORTUNITY LOCATED 800m walk to Noosa River, this newly built, rare find is now available for someone to move in unpack and enjoy our Noosa lifestyle. Directly opposite a park, this beautifully appointed two level duplex has plenty to offer. Entry into the unit is secure and private, you are greeted with an abundance of natural light through the sliding stacker doors and louvre windows, with the north facing aspect. Upon entry to the unit, the living and kitchen, fitted with all Bosch appliances, self-closing draws and butler’s pantry are open plan in design, with seamless flow opening out to the outdoor entertaining area and sparkling in ground pool. There is a spacious master bedroom, carpeted throughout, walk in robe and ensuite with floor to ceiling tiles located on the ground floor. There is a separate powder room ideally situated for the visitors. The upper level via the timber staircase opens to a designated study/office area, carpeted throughout with a further two generous sized bedrooms, both with ensuites and walk in robes. There is a balcony overlooking the park situated off one of the bedrooms. The luxurious finishes throughout include floor to ceiling tiles in all bathrooms, stone benchtops, high ceilings, reverse cycle ducted air and neutral tones. The gardens are superbly landscaped, incorporating, rockery garden beds, a combination of timber and tiles, plus lush lawn area. There is also a double garage. 1/1 Bluefin Court is perfect for those looking for some luxury, space and easy care, brand new, nothing to do but move in and enjoy. Opportunities like this are rare to find in such a central location, flat level walk to Noosa Village shopping precinct, cafes and restaurants. Featuring: Quality duplex completed in 2020 Built by Sanks Construction Designed by Coastal property Solutions

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Bosch appliances and walk-in pantry

· Large master bedroom with en-suite, walk-in robes and private balcony · Two double guest bedrooms both ensuited with walk in robes · Study nook with built in desk · Ducted and zoned reverse cycle air-conditioning throughout · Fully covered entertaining overlooking

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· Large 2 car lock-up garage with internal entry · Solar - 6.6kw · Private secure landscaped yard · Quiet location, easy walk to river, shops and restaurants · 5 minute drive to Hastings Street and Noosa Beach ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 1/1 Bluefin Court, NOOSAVILLE Description: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage Inspect: By appointment Auction: Auction on site Saturday, 27 February, 11.00am Contact: Sam Plummer, 0412 585 494 and Angela Wood, 0407 147 521, NOOSA ESTATE AGENTS 24 NOOSA TODAY

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OPPORTUNITY AWAITS DOWNSIZING? Want a weekender? Investor? First Home buyer where position is of paramount importance? Well get excited! Investors and owner occupiers should get excited about the opportunity to buy this unique townhouse so close to everything in Tewantin. A rarity much sought after but rarely found! Until now.. this property has a very tropical feel, overlooks Lake Doonella with a super convenient location where you can walk to everything. Features include: Raked ceilings giving you that feeling of space It’s on a small block with no on-site managers Pets on application Bedrooms (main with ensuite), 2 Bathrooms, private courtyard, spacious kitchen with lots of bench space, cross ventilation, loads of storage throughout. Single carport, pool and a barbecue area in complex, plus much, much more

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It’s convenient location means that you have easy access to schools, Noosa River, Noosa Marina, shops, transport, medical

services, Tewantin RSL - Noosa Golf Club, arterial roads, restaurants, Noosa Civic with Hastings St and Laguna Bay all being

only minutes away - in other words, prime position. Don’t be disappointed - Inspect now. ●

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Address: Unit 2/9 Lake Street, TEWANTIN Description: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: Offers over $540,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Greg Smith 0418 758 465, greg@selectnoosa.com and Tanya Taylor 0400 220 580, tanya@selectnoosa.com, SELECT NOOSA REAL ESTATE

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NORTH-EAST ASPECT, OCEAN VIEWS UNDER instructions from Tony Miskiewicz and Robert Hutson as Receivers and Managers, Neller Real Estate is pleased to offer for sale 1/3 Belah Court, Marcus Beach, a two-bedroom, two-bathroom townhouse in a complex of three, tucked away at the end of a cul-de-sac in a beachside location just approximately 100-metres to the sand. The complex is low maintenance and elevated with leafy gardens creating privacy. Just an approximate five-minute drive to Peregian Beach, 10-minute drive to Noosa Junction, and 15-minute drive to Hastings Street boutique dining and retail; this is a desirable pocket of the northern end of the Sunshine Coast. Contact Agent immediately to find out more. Featuring: End townhouse in block of only three North-east aspect, ocean views and breezes 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, upper balcony Private courtyard & ground level patio

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· Single vehicle lock up garage · Elevated position at end of cul-de-sac · Pets permitted (subject to body corporate approval) ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 1/3 Belah Court, MARCUS BEACH Description: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Inspect: Saturday, 13 February, 10am Auction: Saturday, 27 February, 12 noon Contact: Robbie Neller, 0473 577 828, NELLER REAL ESTATE

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Available for Auction on 27th February 2021 + Under instructions from Tony Miskiewicz and Robert Hutson as Receivers and Managers, Neller Real Estate is please to offer for sale 1/3 Belah Court, Marcus Beach, a two-bedroom, two-bathroom townhouse in a complex of three, tucked away at the end of a cul-de-sac in a beachside location approximately 100-metres to the sand. www.nellerre.com.au

To enquire, contact Robbie Neller | 0473 577 828 robbie@nellerre.com.au nellerrealestate 12482159-NG08-21

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REFINED LUXURY The Lumina Residences success story continues with the unveiling of L2. Representing just fifteen boutique apartments, L2 delivers the finest in inspired living, perched amid Noosa’s most exclusive enclave, Settler’s Cove.

12 - 14 Serenity Close, Noosa Heads. Call 1300 10 10 50

L2 is the rarest of opportunities for owner-occupiers who value 5 Star resort living on the doorstep of Hastings Street and Noosa Main Beach. Lumina’s first stage sold entirely off the plan. Demand for L2 will be even stronger.

Every effort has been made to accurately describe the details of this development however this is a guide only. All marketing material, including models, illustrations and plans are indicative only. All details were correct at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice. This material is representative as a guide only and does not constitute an offer or inducement.

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t’s your sanctuary on the Noosa escarpment and a welcoming retreat from the precinct buzz. The interior is warm and contemporary with raw textures and natural finishes which complement the Noosa lifestyle while remaining timeless. Beautiful lines and artisan joinery lend a tailored mood to the generous kitchen. Consideration to the smallest practicalities and details are everywhere. Integrated Miele appliances and a French door fridge-freezer add style and function, while abundant storage keeps all your kitchen and butler’s pantry needs at hand. A wonderful flow of space brings an inviting feel

to each oversized room with the open layout maximising the superb Noosa outlook and its blue and green vistas. The dedicated study is perfect for working from home, the utilitarian laundry is generously designed. Superbly fashioned wardrobes are beautifully crafted with ample storage in each of the 3 king-size ensuited bedrooms. This is not your standard vanilla penthouse; this is everything you may have wished for and more. Located in one of the world’s most desirable destinations, the marketing of this penthouse represents a unique and irreplaceable opportunity to secure the privilege of calling this your home.

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North Maleny

Exclusive country estate on 100 acres

Price Guide: $5,500,000 Land size: 40.07ha Inspect: By Appointment

If you have been searching for a truly special lifestyle in every sense, Barung Point will not disappoint. Situated on a private knoll overlooking and connecting to Lake Baroon, a superbly appointed country home takes pride of place in this magical, whisper-quiet 100-acre property in the North Maleny hills of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. All this just a few minutes away from the vibrant township of Maleny, yet worlds away amidst the tranquil ambience of its alluring natural surroundings.

Contact: 0447 737 737 Agency: RE/MAX Hinterland Email: office@remaxhinterland.com.au

The grounds of this exclusive and aesthetic estate showcase a wide variety of established rainforest trees. It begins with the formal Kauri pine-lined driveway which leads to the junction point between the demesnes of the main residence and of the fully self-contained guest cottage and barn. Both homes enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Baroon and beyond, with the scenic vista of the Pacific Ocean part of the backdrop on the gently winding drive. The property has its own access to Lake Baroon.

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With interiors designed by the renowned Stuart Rattle, the main residence is a harmonious fusion of classic elegance, superb architectural detail and modern style. An expansive, open plan design awaits beyond the impressive entrance, with Brushbox timber and natural sandstone flooring, together with ten-foot ceilings, oversized windows and only the most exquisite high-end finishes.

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BRAND NEW, HIGH END THIS sophisticated brand-new duplex has been custom designed to maximise its prized north facing position opposite Noosa National Park just footsteps to the sand, in one of Sunshine Beach’s most coveted residential pockets. Across two expansive light-filled levels, it comprises three bedrooms, two bathrooms plus powder room, elegant kitchen with resplendent outlook over plunge pool and parkland, open plan living and dining, private covered alfresco deck, plus double lock up garage with storage and laundry. Built to the very highest of standards and designed by acclaimed local company, mdesign; soaring ceilings, tasteful use of timber, plus abundant glass to showcase vista and invite in masses of natural light infuses lashings of warmth throughout that truly enhances ambience and appeal. Ducted zoned air-conditioning, ceiling fans, 20mm Quartz stone benches, Bosch appliances, soft-close 2-pac cabinetry, VJ panelling, timber staircase, timber flooring,

plush carpets in bedrooms, floor to ceiling tiles in bathrooms, built-in cabinetry in lounge, ducted vacuum, security system and intercom, laundry chute, and solar power; are all features of note, everything is first-class throughout, no expense has been spared. The private north-east facing courtyard is an idyllic spot for a freshly brewed espresso after your morning walk along the beach…also the perfect size for a BBQ and a few twilight drinks after a day shopping up a storm at one of the boutique retailers in Noosa’s Hastings Street. There is space for small children and pets to play safely and securely; and the maintenance is virtually zero. As stunning as the property is, the surrounds are also spectacular…opposite national park (displayed in all its glory from master bedroom), with its scenic walking trails that connect you to a variety of Noosa destinations including Alexandria Bay and the Junction; the popular dog beach is just a short walk - a great place

for your pooch (and you) to make some new friends, and you can also walk into the village along the sand or down leafy Belmore Terrace. Spring is here and the market in Sunshine Beach is booming with demand far exceeding supply; enquiry is coming from all across the nation and everything is moving quickly. There is virtually nothing on the market in Sunshine Beach that is brand new like this - you will need to act immediately. Buy today and you can be celebrating in the festive season in impeccable style in this exceptional lifestyle property. Featuring: Sparkling brand-new duplex on premium north-facing block Exclusive residential pocket opposite Noosa National Park Custom-designed and built to premium standards by mdesign Light-filled with glorious park views, abundant glass and louvres Soaring ceilings, timber floors, elegant

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· Ducted zoned air-conditioning, VJ features walls, solar power · 3 phase power - provision for electric car charging · 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, open plan living and dining · Galley kitchen with high-end Bosch appliances, stone benches · Private covered timber deck…delightful space for relaxation · Sun-drenched plunge pool with waterfall & sunbathing terrace · Fenced courtyard - child and pet friendly, gated access to street · DLUG + laundry & storage - access from Bryan Street · Footsteps to beach & national park with scenic walks to Noosa · Short walk to dog-friendly beach and vibrant village hub · Leafy, blue-chip street in coveted northern end of Sunshine · Exceptional location, lifestyle, and luxury on offer…act today! ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 2/7 Parkedge Road, SUNSHINE BEACH Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: Offers over $1.9M Inspect: By appointment Contact: Rob Spencer, 0408 710 556 and Pip Covell, 0418 714 744, SUNSHINE BEACH REAL ESTATE, 5447 2999 noosatoday.com.au

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INSPECT FRI 12 FEB 4-4.45PM SAT 13 FEB 1-1.45PM WED 17 FEB 1-1.45PM AUCTION ON SITE 12 NOON SATURDAY 6TH MARCH 2021

This Stephen Kidd designed home, perfectly positioned high on an eastern ridgetop to showcase expansive ocean views from north to south, has undergone a breathtaking, high-end renovation. The recent renovation has been completed by Carole Tretheway of Noosa’s ctdesign, in consultation with Stephen Kidd, to ensure the integrity and character of the home was protected, whilst elevating its aesthetic appeal, overall quality, and liveability to the highest level…and the result is ‘showstopping’. So tasteful, it reflects the casual coastal lifestyle of Sunshine Beach, with beautiful natural finishes in symmetry with its leafy environment. • • • • •

AGENT ROB SPENCER 0408 710 556 PIP COVELL 0418 714 744

Elegant Hamptons style kitchen, open plan living and dining with floor to ceiling windows Freshly polished timber floors and staircase, pitched roof on upper level 3 bedrooms, 2 luxury bathrooms plus powder room New roof, new gas hot water system, new landscaping Single carport + lock-up storage shed, outdoor shower

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CONTEMPORARY STUNNER THIS striking custom-designed lifestyle home sits on an elevated position on a fully fenced 506m² block less than 10 minutes’ walk to the beach and village hub, offering fabulous, easy-care family friendly living across two levels that seamlessly blends chic with comfort…creating a very relaxed, beachy ambience throughout. Comprising four-five bedrooms, three bathrooms, two separate living areas, large light filled kitchen, upper north-east facing deck (currently undergoing extension) overlooking sparkling sun-drenched pool, and double carport plus onsite parking for boat/caravan and visitors - this is a generous sized home inside and out. With a stunning contemporary exterior of steel cladding and timber privacy screens, it commands attention from the outset! The interiors are fresh and modern with polished concrete flooring on ground floor, timber look flooring on upper level, split system air-conditioning, wet bar/ kitchenette in rumpus, wood burning fireplace, and two additional cosy patios at front of home.

An inspired floor plan facilitates excellent separation of living, and the lower level could function as dual occupancy for the extended family or provide Airbnb income producing options. The upper master bedroom has a joining room which could work well as a nursery, office, or even fifth bedroom - and this extra space creates a retreat-style vibe. The gardens are landscaped, child and pet-friendly, and low maintenance. There is room for outdoor play, and when not at the beach, the kids will be spending a lot of time in the pool, so pack the sunscreen!

Located along a one-way service road providing quick easy access to the main roads into both Noosa Junction and Sunshine Beach; the convenience is exceptional. The village is only a fiveminute walk, 10 minutes to the beach and surf club, and local schools such as Sunshine Beach Primary and High, plus St Thomas More Primary, and sporting/leisure facilities are also within walking distance. Currently used as a holiday home attracting high occupancy rates and attractive returns, whomever purchases this home not just be living in Sunshine…but also ‘walking on sunshine and don’t it feel good!”

· Stunning custom-designed beach house will impress · 4-5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 separate living areas · Well equipped modern kitchen plus wet bar in rumpus · North-east facing deck overlooking inground pool · A/C, fans, cosy fireplace, polished concrete floors · Well-designed floor plan for family-friendly living · Striking exterior aesthetics, fully fenced 506m² · Immaculate with quality fixtures/fittings throughout · Double carport + abundant onsite visitor parking · Located on eastern side of Sunshine Beach · Walk to village hub, beach, and surf club · Close proximity to local schools & amenities · Just three-minute drive to Noosa Junction · Location, lifestyle, and design all SHINE ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 162 Edwards Street, SUNSHINE BEACH Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: On application Inspect: Saturday, 13 February, 1pm-1.45pm Contact: Kathy Wise, 0407 968 300, SUNSHINE BEACH REAL ESTATE, 5447 2999

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SEA-CHANGE SPLENDOUR! 7/2 PARK CRESCENT, SUNSHINE BEACH

A2 B2 C1 D This fully furnished apartment in a leafy dress circle pocket of Sunshine is just a short stroll to the village hub and beach. A well-located holiday home to enjoy plus generate income, or a permanent sea-change. • • • •

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Light-filled fully furnished apartment North facing balcony with ocean views Generous sized kitchen, open plan living, bonus study Lift access to unit, onsite management

INSPECT

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FOR SALE CONTACT AGENT

AGENT KATHY WISE 0407 968 300

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OPEN HOMES Time

Address

A B C

Price Guide

Agent Time

Address

A B C

Noosa Heads

Noosaville

Friday 12th February

Saturday 13th February

12.00 - 12.30pm

3.00 - 3.30pm

3.30 - 4.00pm

4/25 Allambi Rise

5/40-42 Grant Street

1732/5 Lakeview Rise

1521/1 Lakeview Rise

Auction 6/3/21

10.00 - 10.30am

80/179 Weyba Road

offers over $450,000

Garwoods Estate Agents 0408 710 373

10.00 - 10.30am

1/1 Bluefin Court

2 Auction 27th Feb, 11am

10.00 - 10.30am

46B Elizabeth Street

CONTACT AGENT

11.00 - 11.30am

8/29 Ann Street

Auction

11.00 - 11.30am

2/235 GympieTce

$1,350,000

11.00 - 11.30am

7/283-285 Weyba Road

Contact Agent

Noosa Estate Agents 0412 585 494

Laguna Real Estate 0400 084 975

$2,650,000

Agent

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0419 757 770

$495,000

Price Guide

Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0409 446 955

Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0438 695 505

$1,600,000

Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0438 695 505

Saturday 13th February 10.00 - 10.30am

12/4 Serenity Cl

Price Guide $1.25m Tom Offermann Real Estate 0418 144 484

10.00 - 10.30am

18 Cooran Ct

$6,800,000

10.00 - 10.30am

4/33 Picture Point Cres

Auction

10.30 - 11.00am

1732/5 Lakeview Rise

$2,650,000

Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0438 695 505

11.00 - 12.00pm

147/1 Edgar Bennett Ave

$775,000

Richardson & Wrench Noosa 5447 4499

11.00 - 11.30am

16/8 Quamby Pl

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0417 600 840

11.00 - 11.30am

1521/1 Lakeview Rise

$1,600,000

11.00 - 11.30am

28Tarina Street

2 Price Range $1,200,000

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0418 980 247

10.30 - 11.00am

4 Bennets Ash Rd

Auction

12.00 - 12.30pm

1/61 Noosa Parade

Price Guide $900,000

44991.00 - 1.30pm

7310/5 Morwong Dr

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0412 894 542

4.00 - 4.30pm

9 Currawong Street

Auction

Dowling Neylan 0405 976 181

24The Peninsula

AUCTION

Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0433 641 158

2Topsails Pl

$2,600,000

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0447 263 663

AUCTION

Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0433 641 158

$425,000

Wythes Real Estate 0407 730 987

o/o $670,000

Sunshine Beach Real Estate 07 5447 2999

Wednesday 17th February 24The Peninsula

Pinbarren Saturday 13th February 9.30 - 10.00am

11.00 - 11.30am

Laguna Real Estate 0404 473 937

Saturday 13th February

4.30 - 5.00pm

Noosa Estate Agents 0407 147 521

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0412 894 542

Noosa Waters

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0417 600 840 10.00 - 10.30am

Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0438 695 505

Laguna Real Estate 0412 043 880

1383 Greenridge Pinbarren 0

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0419 757 770

Richardson & Wrench Noosa 5447

Sunrise Beach Saturday 13th February 10.00 - 10.45am

8/14 Sobraon Street

Sunshine Beach

Monday 15th February

Saturday 13th February 12.00 - 12.30pm

5/40-42 Grant Street

$495,000

Laguna Real Estate 0400 084 975 9.00 - 9.30am

10 Ross Cres

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0413 044 241

11.00 - 11.30am

39 Douglas St

Contact Agent

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0437 447 804

12.00 - 12.45pm

7/2 Park Cres

Contact Agent

Sunshine Beach Real Estate 07 5447 2999

162 Edwards Street

Contact Agent

Sunshine Beach Real Estate 07 5447 2999 noosatoday.com.au

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5/40-42 Grant Street

12.00 - 12.30pm

12/4 Serenity Cl

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Laguna Real Estate 0400 084 975

Price Guide $1.25m Tom Offermann Real Estate 0418 144 484 1.00 - 1.45pm

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Agent Time

Auction Diary

Address

A B C

OPEN HOMES

Price Guide

Agent

Noosaville Saturday 27th February

Noosa Heads 12.30 - 1.00pm

8/29 Ann Street

Auction

Laguna Real Estate 0419 701 856

Auction

Sunshine Beach Real Estate 07 5447 2999

Auction

Sunshine Beach Real Estate 07 5447 2999

Auction

Sunshine Beach Real Estate 07 54472999

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0413 044 241

Friday 19th February 1.00 - 1.30pm

212/32 Hastings Street

AUCTION 19 February Richardson & Wrench Noosa 5447 4499

Saturday 20th February 11.00 - 11.30am

7310/5 Morwong Dr

Sunshine Beach Friday 12th February

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0412 894 542 4.00 - 4.45pm

48 Bryan Street

Saturday 27th February Saturday 13th February 10.00 - 10.30am

4/33 Picture Point Cres

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0417 600 840 1.00 - 1.45pm

12.45 - 1.15pm

4 Bennets Ash Rd

Auction

48 Bryan Street

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0419 757 770

Wednesday 17th February Friday 12th March 1.00 - 1.45pm 4.00 - 4.30pm

9 Currawong Street

Auction

35/17 Natasha Ave

Saturday 20th February

Saturday 13th March 10.00 - 10.30am

48 Bryan Street

Dowling Neylan 0405 976 181

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0417 600 840 10.00 - 10.30am

10 Ross Cres

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CONTEMPARY BEACH STYLE LIVING WELCOME to 12 Wollomia Way, Sunrise Beach. An outstanding attractive large five bedroom family home located in highly desirable Sunrise Beach. Five bedrooms including private self contained guest accommodation on the ground floor overlooking landscaped gardens and the sparkling in ground pool. Another two bedrooms and central bathroom are accessed off the spacious entry foyer as is the internal entrance to the large double garage. Upstairs is the open plan main living areas consisting of spacious lounge, dining and stylish modern kitchen opening out to the ample entertaining deck The impressive main bedroom and ensuite, fifth bedroom/media room and powder room are also on this level.

Summary: Family friendly home Five bedrooms Three bathrooms Powder room Two car security garage plus car space Air conditioned Pool, Landscaped gardens Fully fenced with remote security gate Land area 600 M² ●

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HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 12 Wollomia Way, SUNRISE BEACH Description: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 garage Price: $1.7M Inspect: By appointment Contact: Mal Cox, 0407 708 860, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

SITTING ON TOP OF THE WORLD “MOUNTAIN Mist” presents the utmost in privacy and seclusion; your amazing hilltop hideaway provides postcard 180 degree views toward Gympie City, Chatsworth and Gunalda. Just 15 minutes from Gympie’s CBD and less than 1 hour from Noosa, this amazing 34 hectare property is the ultimate escape from the hustle and bustle. Offering dual living at its finest, your exquisite two storey home boasts in excess of 800sqm of living space and a host of features that must be seen to be believed. Enjoy all the tranquility that this peaceful country lifestyle offers. Featuring: Spotted gum timber flooring throughout upstairs level Large galley style kitchen with adjacent butler’s pantry Open plan living area with fireplace heating ducted to bedrooms Breathtaking ensuite in master, complimented by enormous walk-in robe Large guest bedroom with adjacent lavish bathroom Full length front balcony providing breathtaking views of Gympie and surrounding country side Enormous rear deck area, perfect for entertaining your guests Superb upstairs laundry, copious

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amounts of storage cupboards, ducted vacuum system Internal stairs to dual living studio or guest accommodation Ground floor media and games room with built in bar Spectacular indoor/outdoor infinity pool Double remote-controlled garage, two solar hot water systems Level terrace area for children to play or perhaps to land the helicopter Bore pumping to 48,000 gallon storage

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tank, comprehensive drinking water filtration system Large, powered machinery shed and workshop on large, levelled pad to expand infrastructure 5 kw solar system, auto start generator in the event of a power outage 5,000 gallon tank servicing gardens and greenhouse A selection of nature trails as well as cleared land above the dwelling Security gated access ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 108 Waugh Road, SCRUBBY CREEK Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 5 garage Price: Expressions of interest Inspect: By appointment Contact: Rob Nimmo 0409 614 482 and Johnathon Merton, 0423 584 241, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE 36 NOOSA TODAY

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ENTRY LEVEL OPPORTUNITY WITH LOCATION RENOVATE and reap the potential rewards on this property situated in a perfect location, whether that be for your ideal home, idyllic weekender, or investment as a permanent rental. On offer is a terrific two bedroom unit, solid brick with lots of character and liveability. Literally a few minutes flat walk to the Noosa River and Gympie Terrace, where you can enjoy morning coffees soaking up the river’s ambience, launch

a kayak or boat, stroll down to the Yacht Club for a sundowner and just generally revel living in this most desirable part of Noosa. One of a small residential complex of 10, “Nardella”, the apartment features a good sized open kitchen with electric stove and cooktop, a combined lounge/dining with reverse cycle airconditioning and fan, and an east facing balcony that looks to the backyard and catches the lovely morning

sun – breakfast with the early birdsong! The decorative archway and exposed brick walls give the interior an attractive retro feel and will inspire your design imagination. Both bedrooms have built-in robes and ceiling fans and are carpeted. The bathroom is combined with the laundry which is recessed into its own nook, with a separate toilet for convenience. Unusually for a residential apartment

block, the grounds are spacious with large shade trees and soft grass; read a book, have your lunch under the beautiful tree, or just relax. Single carport, ample visitor parking, low maintenance, low body corporates. Walk to The Village shopping centre, walk to all amenities. Properties of this kind are in extremely short supply, don’t delay! To be auctioned onsite on 27th February at 1.00pm, unless sold prior. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 8/29 Ann Street, NOOSAVILLE Description: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 garage Inspect: Saturday, 11am-11.30am Auction: On site, Saturday, 27 February, 1pm Contact: John Swainson, 0419 701 856, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE noosatoday.com.au

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"Anita Nichols sold my property in Noosa Springs resort at the end of last year. It was a very challenging time; dealing with Covid interstate travel restrictions and the fact the property was empty as I was stuck in NZ. Anita is a very professional and competent real estate agent with a wonderful manner. She is friendly and willing to go the extra mile, but firm and resilient when it comes to doing the deal. Anita is also a great communicator and kept me informed every step of the way. I cannot praise her enough for the support she gave me. As I was not there, she took on the job of ensuring the house was presented well, attending diligently and swiftly with inspections and any repairs or maintenance that was required. The purchasers took a lot of her time, but she was incredibly patient, worked so hard and willingly gave so much of her time to ensure the deal would go through." Linda Robert - Seller

Call Anita for an obligation free, confidential chat today!

Anita Nichols

0434 236 110 anita@lagunarealestate.com.au

Perfect noosa Weekender! 5/40-42 Grant St, nooSa HeadS

1A 1B 1C

• Investment Opportunity- low fees and high returns • Beautifully renovated kitchen and extensive courtyard • Fully furnished with a contemporary beach abode flair • Freshly painted, bedroom with newly installed flooring • Short stroll to Hastings Street, beaches and Noosa Junction

For SaLe $495,000 VIeW Fri, Mon & Wed 12-12.30pm

Sharon McLure 0400 084 975

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Ocean Views, New, Exceptional!

3A 3B 2C

1/49 Pacific TERRacE, cOOlum BEach • Home sized duplex apartment, ocean views, walk to the beach • Brilliant indoor entertaining room opens to exclusive use pool & cabana • Large bedrooms each with its own ensuite, plus powder room • Granite benchtops, Miele kitchen appliances, vintner’s fridge • Security lift from garage to apartment • 3 Phase power for electric vehicle, solar and Foxtel cabling • Convenient distance to Sunshine Coast airport, golf club, Coolum Surf Club

fOR SalE $1,795,000 ViEW By Appointment

D Warren Evans 0428 711 163

Roger Omdahl 0412 043 880

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