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Noosa turns on the magic Noosa Eat and Drink turned on its magic on the weekend as it hosted its first event for 2021 bringing together celebrities and musicians and raising a staggering $125,000 toward a holiday home for Youngcare Australia.

Mayor Clare Stewart wore two hats to the event, and both were an “absolute privilege,” she said. As Noosa Mayor she joined Tourism Noosa to host the Noosa Eat and Drink festival and raise money for Youngcare Australia.

As a board director of the charity she thanked Youngcare’s national ambassador Sylvia Jeffreys and television presenter Karl Stefanovic for their ongoing support, kindness and generosity.

“Both are superstars as is Pete Murray who surprised us with an impromptu concert,” Cr Stewart said who also thanked donors of auction items including Cathie Reid and Stuart Giles who generously donated Makepeace Island. “It really was a very special day. As I said, the measure of a community is how we treat and care for our most vulnerable, our sick, our elderly, our children and our disabled. Noosa shire community dug deep for those who need it most.”

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New surf temple

By Phil Jarratt When the Golden Breed surfwear brand was created in California by former marine and creative guru Duke Boyd back in the late 1960s, the summer of love had just finished and many surfers were still trance-dancing around the sand in a psychedelic fog.

Golden Breed was created for them. “I got some designer to screw around with the gender symbols and come up with a logo,” the late founder told me back in 2006, “and then we came up with a brand story with angel-

winged guys and all kinds of crap. The stoners loved it!”

The cosmic surf brand came to Australia in the early ‘70s and became famous for a poster campaign featuring, you guessed it, surfers with angel wings. It became Australia’s biggest selling surf brand well ahead of Rip Curl, Quiksilver and Billabong. And then it disappeared.

In 1999 a young Melbourne surfer and rag trader named Nick Van Der Merwe picked it up out of the dust bin of history, and almost immediately decided that Noosa was its spiritual

home. He reinforced this contention by embracing the longboard culture and becoming a major sponsor of the emerging Noosa Festival of Surfing, and in 2008, as he opened key Golden Breed retail stores along the coastline, the first GB store appeared in Noosa Drive.

Nick knew instinctively that Noosa had to become, not just the brand’s flagship store but its defining statement. Last week Noosa Council approved a development application for the property right next door to the original Noosa GB store, and the dream came one step closer to reality.

Nick told Noosa Today: “What we’ve always wanted on this site is a real statement about our brand, all the elements of the DNA of Golden Breed on the one super-site, and Noosa was always perfect for that. This will be our statement that Noosa is home for the brand, with all our links to the Noosa point breaks and to longboarding over more than 20 years. We’ll create many other stores, but none as big (160 square metres of store space) or as important as this.”

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A Noosa Folk Dancer has proven age is only a number as she celebrated her 90th birthday as she does every other year, by doing the splits for the class.

Meredyth Howe danced her way into her 90s on Sunday 21 February, and planned to continue the festivity through a fortnight of parties with her many local activity groups.

With a ballet teacher as a mother, Meredyth said she was born into dancing.

“I’ve been dancing forever. I just enjoy moving to music,” she said.

“I’ve always been active. I’ve always played sport. I still go to yoga, I still go to creative dance, I still swim laps most mornings. It’s just part of my makeup I think.”

For the past 25 years she has been dancing every Friday with the Noosa Folk Dancers in Tewantin.

“I used to occasionally teach the class as well,” she said.

Despite not having any close family living in Australia, Meredyth has plenty of plans for her birthday week.

“We’ve just had lunch today with the folk dancers. Tomorrow I’m taking friends from the retirement village on the Mary Valley Rattler train from Gympie. On Sunday I’ve invited 11 friends to have lunch with me at the golf club. On Monday I’m having coffee with the Creative Dance team. On Tuesday I’m having lunch with my friends from yoga. I think I have the day off on Wednesday,” she laughed.

Meredyth was born as “an aftershock” of the Napier earthquake in New Zealand which happened on February 3 1971.

“I was born on the 21st a few days afterwards. My mother was evacuated because none of the hospitals stood up and the town was ruined,” she said.

“I lived in New Zealand all my life and the reason I came to Noosa was because my daughter was at the time living in Melbourne and my son and his wife were living in London.

So I didn’t feel I needed to live in Napier any longer.”

Once she moved to Noosa, Meredyth spent the first five years housesitting for locals.

“I didn’t have a home of my own and I just housesat from one to the other. I was extreme-

Meredyth Howe celebrated her 90th birthday with the Noosa Folk Dancers.

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ly fortunate. Very occasionally I’d have to find a hotel for a night but never more than two nights. I met some very nice people.”

Throughout her career, Meredyth worked in a wide range of fields including as a gameshow choreographer, yoga teacher, babysitter, yoghurt saleswoman, and also organised Meals on Wheels services at the hospital.

She said the secret to keeping fit in her senior years was to just keep moving.

“Keep doing the activities you like to do. Get out and exercise your body. Exercising makes you happy. Keep enjoying life.”

The editor’s desk Byron Bay and Noosa are regularly compared to one another for their natural beauty, laid back lifestyle and as refuges for the rich and famous.

Both have their roots in the counterculture movement and both are meccas for backpackers.

In a recent ABC article journalist Bridget Judd talks about Byron Bay becoming a victim of its own popularity with “free living” nomads moving into parks and even residential streets to take advantage of free accommodation and blocking the views of residents and paying guests.

The van life has become a phenomenon that has exploded across the globe, Judd writes, and compounding the problem is the issue of homelessness.

With house prices skyrocketing in Noosa and accommodation becoming less affordable or available is this the path ahead for Noosa?

And is it ironic that the lifestyle many Noosans enjoyed in their youth is no longer as welcome as it was once.

Noosa Heads resident Valerie Hudson hopes Noosa will not become a Byron Bay, “trapped and liberated by its own reputation”.

She is grateful for the “ever vigilant Noosa Council Parking and Camping Officers who are up before daylight rousing the illegal campers, moving them on, fining some and patrolling our streets for the peace and protection of its locals and visitors”.

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Our Lil’s a TV star

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By Phil Jarratt Noosa’s multiple Queensland longboard and shortboard surf champion Lilliana Bowrey has been making waves in the surfing world pretty much since she could stand up on a board, but a Netflix series set to start filming in Victoria next week could take her fame to the next level.

Our Lil, the sweetheart of the Noosa surf festival in her longboarding years, and now a teen sensation (she turns 16 next month) on the junior shortboard tour, was one of several Noosa surf girls chosen to audition for the 10part teen drama series, Surviving Summer, being produced by Werner Film Productions for Netflix.She told Noosa Today from rehearsals in Melbourne: “The Werner team kind of knew after my first audition that this was what they were looking for personality wise - just kind of goofy and outgoing, which is my character anyway - and I had the right look for my Polynesian character, Poppy Tetuanua.”

While celebrated international teen stars Sky Katz, Jo&atilde;o Gabriel Marinho, Australia’s Kai Lewins and Savannah La Rain have the lead roles, first-time actor Lil’s character Poppy is an important and complex one. Lil explains: “Poppy is outgoing, loves to have fun, but she’s also really dedicated to her surfing.

She’s not exactly an underdog, but her story is that her best friend gets sponsored and she doesn’t, and she’s wanted to be sponsored her whole life. At the same time her mother passes away from cancer, so she’s dealing with that too, so I’ve got to learn to put different emotions into the part. There’s really a lot to learn, but I’m loving it.”

And, of course, she can surf rings around the rest of the cast, but she was too polite to mention that.

Surviving Summer, created by Joanna Werner and Josh Mapleston (Dance Academy) and written by Mapleston, Marieke Hardy, Magda

Lil Bowrey at home in Noosa.

Wozniak, Keir Wilkins, Gemma Crofts and Kirsty Fisher, concerns a “fierce and fearless Brooklyn teen”, Summer Torres, whose Australian mum has sent her to live on Victoria’s Surf Coast for bad behaviour, staying in the Gibson household, where the kids are all surf mad.

Unless you’re under 18, that’s probably all you need to know.

But the Werner Productions crew have plenty of runs on the board, and Surviving Summer is poised to become a global teen hit for Netflix. So will we ever see Lil’s smiling face again? You bet. She’s missing the warm water of Noosa, as well as family and friends, and she’s keeping up the schoolwork, with a tutor on set for the duration, and on-line work from Sunshine Beach High keeping her busy up to three hours a day.

Will acting be her career choice? “We haven’t started filming yet, with 30 people looking at every scene you do, so I’m not sure yet that acting is the career for me, but I’m looking forward to finding out.”

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The Surviving Summer cast, Lil second from right. Courtesy Werner Films.

Debate was expected to be lively at a Special Meeting called by Noosa Council on Thursday this week to discuss a controversial development application for a 246-unit seniors living community at Cooroy.

The project received almost 400 submissions with 346 in support of the project but council officers recommended it be refused because of its inconsistency with the planning scheme and the lack of a demonstrated need for the development.

To support the proposed development the applicant proposed to build a new golf club house for the Cooroy Golf Course adjacent the property as well as an associated car park and pay the membership of each resident within the residential centre for 10 years.

Council’s report says the GTH Projects No 4 Pty Ltd application was inconsistent with the land’s zoning of rural and open space recreation and the development would be outside the town’s urban growth boundary.

The development would impact on agricultural land and its proposed development within the water supply catchment may impact water quality in Lake Macdonald, it said.

In addition Council maintain the project is also inconsistent with the SEQ Regional Plan because of the ecological value of the land and was contrary to State Planning Policy as it would irreversibly impact good agricultural land.

Stay tuned next week for a report on Council’s decision.

Rainbow River Festival returns after Covid Having been one of the last festivals in Noosa in 2020 for people to gather and dance in large numbers the Rainbow River Festival will be back next weekend for a COVID-safe event this year.

Festival organiser Kirsty Patten said they would be “changing it up a bit” this year for the three day event to be held in its sixth consecutive year at the same time as Sydney hosts its famous Mardi Gras.

“We are an LGBTI family friendly event offering a Noosa celebration of the Sydney Mardi Gras,” she said.

“It is a great opportunity for like-minded people of the Noosa and Sunshine Coast region to celebrate together.“ The festival will kick off on Friday 5 March at the Lazy River Bar and Bistro for its opening

by Noosa MP Sandy Bolton followed by some ball dropping Drag Queen Bingo. Book your tickets atticketebo.com.au/melonysbingo On Saturday 6 March in line with the Sydney Mardi Gras the festival will gather at the SCG the Spit Cricket Ground from 2pm for an infor-

Family fun at the Rainbow River Festival mal game of family friendly beach cricket and the post game drinks venue will be announced soon. Guests can stay on and enjoy watching the Sydney Mardi Gras on the big screen with their friends and host Melony Brests.As always Sunday will be an informal BYO BBQ breakfast at the river before jumping onboard the Catalina for their famous two-hour river cruise.

Limited tickets so book early Book here: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/rain-

bow-river-festival-tickets-141210798299 The weekend will wrap up at Whisky Boy for post cruise drinks from 2pm to 6pm.

Come and join in for another fabulous Rainbow River Festival in Noosa from March 5-7.

“We continue to support small local businesses on the Noosa River and we would like to thank those businesses for their continued support and the Noosa Coast Guard crew for supporting our river cruise,” Kirsty said.

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Aged care funding call tricia Sparrow said while the rest of the world spends an average of 2.5 per cent of their GDP on aged care, Australia spends 1.2 per cent.

The group has launched a campaign targeting 30 Federal MPs in the country’s oldest electorates including Wide Bay which is comprised of 110,000 voters of which 53 per cent is over the age of 55.

“The 30 Members of Parliament who represent Australia’s ‘oldest’ electorates have the greatest opportunity to represent the needs of their communities,“ Mr Rooney said.

More than 4.1 million Australians, or almost 16 per cent of the population, are currently aged over 65. By 2057, that will rise to 8.8 million, or 22 per cent of the population.

Broadly speaking, Australians access government-subsidised aged care services in three different settings. There are 840,000 people with low care needs in their own homes accessing the Commonwealth Home Support Program CHSP, 174,000 people in their own home with greater care needs accessing Home Care Packages and 244,000 people in residential aged care.

In 2019-20 total expenditure on aged care in Australia reached about $26 billion with $21 billion from the Australian Government and the remainder from consumers.

AACC says about 16,000 Australians have died while waiting for a home care support package and about 100,000 people are waiting for home support at their approved level.

To meet the significant growth in the sector over the next 10 years it is predicted a further 88,000 places will be required in residential aged care at a cost of $55 billion and the sector will need 78,000 extra workers.

By Margaret Maccoll As the aged care sector keenly await the release today of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety report Noosa Care CEO Megan D’Elton spoke about the changing face of aged care over the past two decades and the needs in the community.

When Ms D’Elton began working in aged care 22 years ago expectations were different to those of today’s Baby Boomers.

The emphasis now is on home care packages that support people to remain in their own homes but previous generations didn’t have the option of home care packages.

She said over the years people coming into residential care have tended to be frailer and more dependent than in the past and requiring end of life care. In the past they tended to have low care needs when they arrived and as they aged on site their care needs increased.

“The most important thing is to have a choice,“ she said. “The problem with home care packages is they don’t fund 24 hour care.“ Ms D’Elton said Noosa Care’s not for profit organisation supported the choice of people remaining in their own homes but want the community to know there was nothing wrong with residential care. The centre provides accommodation for people requiring various levels of care including dementia care and operates at 98 per cent occupancy.

The centre has a waiting list with wait times up to six months depending on the type of care required and availability. It also receives emergency requests from hospitals and offers respite to members of the community.

Ms D’Elton said the organisation hoped to

Noosa Care CEO Megan D’Elton see recommendations in the report for an appropriate model of funding that was more flexible in the way fees were charged.She wanted to see more recognition for the staff who work in residential aged care and education of the community as to what residential aged care delivers.People don’t understand we’re not a hospital, she said. Noosa Care provides home style care with nurses on staff to make assessments of residents’ health, distribute medication and provide wound care. When residents require

acute care they are taken to the hospital.

A group of aged care providers have united to create The Australian Aged Care Collaboration (AACC) and is calling for an overhaul of the design, objectives, regulation and resourcing of the aged care system.

The AACC represents more than 1000 providers of aged care in homes or communal residential settings and says problems stem from underfunding from the Federal Government.

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Lifestyle is the medicine for ageing

Dr Sam Manger addresses the crowd at the Healthy Ageing forum.

As the year’s tick over and we all grow older the secret to a healthy long life is a daily dose of lifestyle medicine made up of a balanced diet, exercise, a good social life and reconnecting with nature.

That’s the advice from Dr Sam Manger, President of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine and keynote speaker at the Healthy Ageing - Getting Old is not a Disease! forum held at USC last week.

Sunshine Coast residents gathered at the forum held in partnership with Sunshine Coast Council and USC to hear from a range of health experts about the latest chronic disease research and lifestyle recommendations to help them put their best foot forward in the future.

Special guests were from Sunshine Coast University Hospital and USC, and stallholders included BreastScreen Queensland, CWA Country Kitchens, Healthy Sunshine Coast and Cancer Council Queensland, to name a few.

“Chronic disease is now a major burden in Australia and affects 85 per cent of the population,” Dr Manger said.

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“The majority of Australians are overweight, more will have diabetes or pre-diabetes and a huge amount are depressed or sad.

“If we don’t change direction we may end up where we’re headed. This is not about lifestyle instead of medicine, it’s lifestyle as medicine.”

Associate Professor Chris Askew is leader of Healthy Ageing Research at the Sunshine

Coast Health Institute and a member of the Clinical Exercise Physiology team at USC. “The forum was a great opportunity for participants to learn about chronic disease prevention and management, including tips and advice about exercise, diet and reducing stress.”

Sunshine Coast Council Community Portfolio Councillor David Law said the forum was attended by people keen to take charge of their health.

“It was great to see such a strong turnout of about 150 people,” Cr Law said.

“A key focus of our Sunshine Coast Community Strategy 2019-2041 is to empower our community to live healthy and active lifestyles.”

Other presenters included Sunshine Coast University Hospital Professor of Cardiology Kim Greaves, Professor of Hepatology James O’Beirne, USC Associate Professor of Psychology Mathew Summers, USC Professor of Sport Sciences David Jenkins, and Dr Anthony Villani (Nutrition and Dietetics), while USC Vice-Chancellor Professor Helen Bartlett provided the opening address.

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Drugs, cash and weapons seized

By Abbey Cannan A large amount of cash, drugs and a pistol was found inside a Ford Ranger in Noosaville by police during a routine traffic interception.

Noosa Heads police were conducting patrols of the Villa Noosa hotel carpark in Mary Street when their attention was drawn to the Ford.

Police spoke to the driver and became suspicious of their activity giving cause to search the car.

During the search police spotted an unusual amount of cash along with a magnetised hidden lock box hidden underneath the Ranger.

Within the lock box, police allegedly found in excess of 400 grams of methylamphetamine, over 100 grams of MDMA, digital scales and other drug related paraphernalia.

The car was seized and towed to the Noosa Police Station where a more thorough forensic examination later took place.

During the examination a hidden compartment was found behind the glove box of the vehicle. Within that compartment police allegedly found an additional 28 grams of heroin, 29 grams of amphetamine, 25 ecstasy tablets

Police allegedly found in excess of 400 grams of methylamphetamine and over 100 grams of MDMA inside a car in Noosaville. and 87 Suboxone packets.

Investigators also spotted a black canvas holster containing a loaded .22 calibre semiautomatic pistol.

All items have been sent for further forensic testing with the firearm currently being examined at the Police Ballistics Unit.

Detectives from the Drug Enforcement Taskforce are investigating three men for an array of drug and firearm offences, with the matters currently proceeding through the Ma-

roochydore Magistrates Court.

Thang Huy Nguyen, 34 years of Redbank Plains has been charged with a total of thirteen charges including possession of dangerous drugs exceeding Schedule 1, possess things used in the commission of a crime, possess property suspects of being proceeds of an offence, and unlawful possession of a firearm.

Geoffrey Mark Eagle, 45 years of Yarrabilba has been charged with seven charges including possession of dangerous drugs exceeding Schedule 1, possess things used in the commission of a crime and unlawful possession of a firearm. Police are actively searching for a third male wanted for questioning in relation to the matter.

Family tells of drug addiction impact

By Margaret Maccoll As they watch their 40-year-old son waste his life away on drug addiction a Noosa couple are at their wit’s end trying to find rehabilitation to help him kick his habit, return to work and support his young family. And they are not alone in their search for answers with police reporting drug abuse on the increase and calls from anguished parents commonplace.

In their desperation the parents, who don’t want to be named, have contacted police, politicians, multiple health services and veteran’s affairs in order to assist the returned serviceman.

“He’s got to the point where he doesn’t care anymore,” his mother said.

His father said after serving time in East Timor he “never came back the same boy”.

“That scarred him for life.” Seventy-five per cent of his platoon left the army on their return and two died by suicide, he said.

Drugs and alcohol have become his sanctuary ever since. His father said the defence force taught him he was “10 foot tall and bulletproof” and while he recognised he had a problem and wanted to fix it, telling his parents, “what am I going to do, I’m going nowhere,” the drugs are easy to come by and a quick escape.

A phone call and $130 paid by credit card and an ordered bag of synthetic marijuana is delivered next day in the mail, described on its packaging as herbal tea.

Synthetic cannabis.

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According to the Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) Synthetic cannabis is a New Psychoactive Substance (NPS) originally designed to mimic or produce similar effects to cannabis and has been sold online since 2004.

These powdered chemicals are mixed with solvents and added to herbs and sold in colourful, branded packets. The chemicals usually vary from batch to batch as manufacturers try to stay ahead of the law, so different packets can produce different effects. ADF says there is no safe level of drug and harmful effects reported include fast and irregular heartbeat, racing thoughts, agitation, anxiety and paranoia, psychosis, aggressive and violent behaviour, chest

pain, vomiting, acute kidney injury, seizures, stroke and death.

The man’s father said there was no way of knowing what toxic cocktail was contained in the drugs his son smoked but it regularly left him shaking, unable to speak, his feet swell up and he has no memory of the episode the next day.

His parents and friends have called ambulances to take him to hospital on more than one occasion.

The man spent three weeks in Greenslopes Hospital mental health unit recently, completing a number of courses on PTSD, anger management and returning to life after the defence forces.

But he returned to alcohol and drugs on his release.

“He can see it’s a problem. He can’t get off it,” his mother said.

His father said before COVID19 their son was employed and working hard.

“When he’s not on the s**t he’s switched on,“ he said.

But the pandemic shut down his work and sitting idle “he overthinks things” and turns to drink and drugs.

The parents have tried all avenues to access help but just find themselves bogged down in paperwork and hitting brick walls.

“He’s no angel. We haven’t got our heads in the sand,“ his father said. “But we want help.”

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Grants open for drug battle Applications are now open for Wide Bay community organisations to form a partnership to tackle drugs and alcohol, with funding available from the Federal Government.

Wide Bay MP Llew O’Brien is encouraging local organisations to apply to be a part of the new Local Drug Action Teams (LDATs) to prevent and minimise harm from ice, alcohol and other drugs.

“Ice and other drugs can destroy lives, and we need to work together to protect individuals, families and our Wide Bay communities from their evil effects,” Mr O’Brien said.

“Community action is an effective way to stop this scourge, because many of the factors influencing drug-related harm can only be targeted at the community level, like social connections, education and a sense of belonging.”

This recruitment round aims to approve 40 new LDATs, which can apply for $10,000 in initial funding to support prevention and health promotion activities, with further funding available.

Minister for Health and Aged Care Greg Hunt said the program was an important prevention initiative, targeting a broad range of alcohol and drug related issues that are relevant in their communities.

“There are currently 238 local teams doing great work in all states and territories, who in partnership with the Alcohol and Drug Foundation are developing Community Action Plans to target their local needs.

“The LDAT program has received more than $29 million since it began in 2016 and our Government has already committed more than $800 million over four years to reduce the impact of drug and alcohol misuse on individuals, families and communities.”

As part of this investment, the Government has also provided $6 million to implement a range of activities, including additional enhanced online and telephone drug and alcohol information and treatment support services to assist the Australian community during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

Applications from new LDATs are now open on the LDAT Community Hub: https://community.adf.org.au and close on Friday 5 March.

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New temple of surf stoke From page 1 Golden Breed commissioned Noosa’s award-winning Andrew Bock Architecture to plan “an iconic beach house with a few modern twists”. The twists include four-metre high ceilings and high windows “like a basketball stadium” so that light can flood in over the vast racks of all kinds of surfboards, in keeping with the Golden Breed ethos, “ride ‘em all”. Above all of this will be a spacious beachside apartment and a large roof garden.

Andrew Bock, a dedicated surfer himself, has captured the feel of a beach house that mixes old and new perfectly, judging by the

artist’s impressions. And Nick Van Der Merwe is thrilled about the prospects of his “temple of stoke”, as the surf retail sector continues to perform well after a totally unexpected Covid boom in the second half of 2020, as thousands stayed home and took up surfing instead of travelling.

Says Nick: “Covid put a lot of plans on hold but the surf retail industry didn’t suffer nearly as much as we expected, so we’re back on track now and moving ahead. I think there’s a good future for vertical retail in the surf sector. Here in Noosa I’m hoping that by end June we’ll be building and we’re crossing fingers on opening for summer.”

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Teenage crime spree

By Abbey Cannan An early phone call to Triple Zero (000) born out of concern may have saved the life of Harold Greenway when he suffered a heart attack at his Traveston home on 6 January 2021.

After a morning of manual labour left Harold with a heavy chest and feeling lethargic, his partner Christine sensed something was amiss and made the decision to call for help. This action proved crucial as within 45 minutes, Harold was in cardiac arrest receiving shocks from a defibrillator in the back of an ambulance.

Christine said she became concerned after Harold came out of the shower and fainted.

“That’s when I knew there was definitely something wrong,“ she said.

“The adrenaline kicked in and I just did what I had to do. He kept saying all he wanted to do was go to sleep and I said you’re not going to sleep, not on my watch.

“These paramedics are the superheroes in green.“ Upon arrival, paramedics realised Harold was having a heart attack and quickly loaded him into the ambulance. The ambulance hadn’t even started the journey to hospital when he went into cardiac arrest, requiring three shocks from a defibrillator to bring him back.

The relief was short-lived, as he would deteriorate into cardiac arrest several more times, requiring an extraordinary effort from paramedics to keep him alive. In the end it would also take a rescue helicopter and thrombolysis, a procedure using medication to break down blood clots, to ensure Harold arrived at Sunshine Coast University Hospital to receive further care.

Harold was emotional as he recalled

Harold Greenway meets with the paramedics that saved his life at the Pomona Ambulance Station. Pictured; Officer in Charge Brad Bischoff, Officer in Charge Ben Phipps, Emergency Medical Dispatcher Jennifer Herdman. was lucky that Christine called the ambulance,“ he said.

“I’ve cheated death a few times in my life.“ Pomona paramedic Brad Bischoff, the first officer on scene, described Harold’s successful outcome as one of the highlights of his career. Adding another incredible factor to this case is the phenomenon of CPR-induced consciousness, meaning at times Harold was awake while in cardiac arrest due to the effectiveness of the CPR.

what he remembered from the day.

“They (paramedics) were working on me for a couple of hours,“ he said.

“The helicopter came and they loaded me on that and took me down to SCUH. It was only a few minutes I was in surgery and they put a stint in me which was amazing. I was in hospital for five days before they released me. I’ve been up ever since.“ Harold said without the paramedics, he wouldn’t be here.

“I just thought I had indigestion, so it

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Police have arrested and charged three teenage boys with unlawful use of a motor vehicle and burglary after three cars were allegedly stolen from two homes at Noosa Waters over the weekend.

Police allege that an Audi, a BMW and a Volkswagen were stolen between 11pm Saturday and 2am Sunday.

The stolen Audi was spotted by Coolum police at around 3.30am travelling southbound on the Bruce Highway, north of the Caloundra Interchange.

Police said the Audi failed to stop and was brought to a halt with a tyre deflation device (stinger) on the highway near the Interchange.

Two 17-year-old boys from Kingston and Logan Central were arrested by police.

Around the same time Nambour police sighted the stolen Volkswagen south of the Interchange with this vehicle also failing to stop for police.

A 16-year-old Albany Creek boy, the alleged driver and sole occupant, was arrested by police following the successful deployment of stingers on the Highway, just south of the Red Road intersection.

The teens have been charged with three counts of burglary, two counts of unlawful use of a motor vehicle and one count each of attempted unlawful use of a motor vehicle and evade police.

Both drivers were also charged with unlicensed driving while disqualified.

All three have been denied police bail and remanded in custody to appear in the Maroochydore Children’s Court.

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Playwright’s retrospective

By Abbey Cannan

Playwright David Williamson and Noosa Alive festival president Andrew Squires.

“I never want to do it again but I went around the town with a begging bowl to all the local businesses and identities. It was a horrible eight weeks but they saved us.

“We were pulled back from the brink of disaster and that turned out to be a flourishing year. That was the benefit of knowing the community was on side.”

After that, David thought the future was secure for the festival until Covid-19 wiped out the arts industry in 2020.

“It was a disaster,” he said.

In his 50th year of playwriting, David’s big exit into retirement was interrupted in a way no one expected, taking out his last productions overnight.

“My big finish didn’t turn out to be quite as big as I had hoped,” he said.

“But everyone suffered in Covid. I’ve had a terrific run over 50 years and decided to go out when people were still coming to the plays in numbers.

“I didn’t want to be wandering around at the age of 99 wondering why no one was in the theatre seeing my play anymore.”

Although he is no longer spending his time playwriting, David is now writing his memoir which will be out before Christmas 2021.

“I’m spilling the beans on all the terrible things I’ve done and the interesting people I’ve met,” he said.

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“I think it should be a fun read, I’m not taking myself too seriously. I’ve certainly gone through a lot in all those 50 years of ups and downs.”

A taste of the memoir comes from a week spent in a rehearsal room in London with Madonna.

“It was quite an experience,” David said.

“She was playing a lead in my play Up For Grabs. She summoned me to London. She’s a tough lady. She wanted the play rewritten and the producer said unless you rewrite it, she’ll walk. So I had to change the whole ending.”

He describes his career as a terrific ride, but a stressful one.

“To have a play a year coming out and knowing that you’re only as good as your last play, and if the audience doesn’t come, you’re in trouble. The opening nights, the critics, the box office returns. It’s stressful. But miraculously the audience has kept coming all those 50 years.”

With a Covid-19 vaccine on the way and stringent control methods, David said Australia has been luckier than most.

“We can get the arts back up and running, including Noosa Alive.”

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As Noosa Alive reignites in its 20th year, renowned playwright David Williamson takes a look back at how it all began as a co-founder of one of the most successful multi-arts festivals in Australia.

Between writing 55 plays, 15 movie scripts, and four television series, David found time along with five local friends in the industry to bring the best of arts to Noosa.

“We thought, Noosa is not just sun, sand and surf. There are a lot of people at Noosa who are really interested in the arts,” he said.

“We decided that it had to be a multi-arts festival. All of the festivals seemed to be about one thing and we wanted to give people a choice and offer them a bit of everything.

“We got together and threw in a couple thousand bucks each of our own money just to get the festival started.

“We all knew a lot of people in the arts, so we got many incredible performers to Noosa for practically nothing in the first couple of years.”

Rapidly the festival became less amateur and more professional, allowing them to hire a full-time artistic director to curate the program.

But back in 2002, David said they were very much flying by the seat of their pants, as he recalled the day he forgot his own lines on stage.

“Just for novelty effect, I agreed to go back on stage acting in one of my own plays with my wife Kristin, who is a good actor. I’m not so good,” he laughed.

“Our Deputy Mayor Frank Wilkie was also in the cast. We went to rehearsals and it sold out. Everyone thought, this is fun to see Williamson actually acting in his own play.”

His debut turned into a near disaster during the premiere.

“Opening night, there’s a star-studded audience, as well as my two highly-trained actor sons Rory and Felix. I walk on stage and freeze.

My own lines just went totally out of my head.

I’m supposed to say something to Frank. I can hear a laugh from the audience. Frank rescued me and off I went and got through it.”

After the show, people crowded Kristin Williamson with congratulations on her incredible performance.

“I’m waiting for all the compliments,” David said. “Finally a lady came up to me and said ’that was a very nice suit you were wearing’. I wasn’t a star, but at least it was fun.”

Learning from the mistakes of previous failed festivals, David said they founded Noosa Alive with two principles; it must be multi-arts and it must not alienate the local community.

“You’ve got to count for at least 70 per cent of the audience to be local. There has to not just be expensive events but also community events,” he said.

“Because the town was always on side, we never had any trouble with volunteers. Without volunteers at every event, it would have been impossible to afford to stage.”

The support of the community was what kept the festival alive when they suddenly lost about $150,000 worth of sponsorship in 2012.

“We thought we were finished,” David said.

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Civic expansion goes on

By Margaret Maccoll Seventeen years after developing Noosa Civic Stockwell development company has contracted Hall Contracting to undertake civil works to connect Walter Hay Drive and Hofmann Drive and provide subdivision infrastructure including water, sewerage and street lighting.

Mark Stockwell said after gaining approval from Noosa Council the subdivision works were progressing in line with the Noosa Plan 2020 and were expected to be completed within five months, with any buildings on the site to be assessed under future development applications.

“We developed Noosa Civic 17 years ago and re-acquired the centre in 2019,” Mr Stockwell said. “We have enjoyed continual support from the local community and enthusiasm from businesses to join us which has given us the confidence to move ahead with our plans.

“The subdivision is line with the Noosa Plan and community expectations, and we look forward to expanding the economic opportunities for Noosa.”

Mr Stockwell said the subdivision would complete the services and road infrastructure to deliver land lots creating opportunities for businesses and the Noosa economy in areas of commercial, residential, medical and health, start-ups, entertainment, and leisure.

“A future transit lot will also be created and dedicated to Council as part of the subdivision works,” he said.

Mr Stockwell said the 10 metre open space covenant that runs along Walter Hay Drive was being preserved in line with Council conditions and wildlife spotters have been present onsite during clearing works.

“Any relocation followed best fauna management practice, and any fauna was relocated to suitable habitat within close proximity to the site,” he said. Mayor Clare Stewart said the subdivision set the shape and layout of the Shire Business Centre.

“This is a first step in delivering the vision, as outlined in the Noosa Plan 2020, for this important precinct,” she said.

“The planning scheme calls for a vibrant

Land cleared for Noosaville subdivision major centre for business and innovation that also provides for affordable housing choices, and offers a village atmosphere.”

Cr Stewart said under an agreement with Stockwell the developers would transfer a 4912sqm lot to Council for a regional transit centre and in exchange Council would fund the koala offset planting required under the planning scheme and the state legislation in place when the plans for the Stockwell site were lodged. She said the transit centre site’s value

was greater than the cost to Council of the koala offset planting.

Council will plant koala food trees elsewhere in the shire to offset the land to be cleared, she said. Council refused the original development application in February 2020, as the developer hadn’t agreed to provide the required koala offsets. Stockwell lodged an appeal with the Planning and Environment Court in March 2020 and the appeal was settled through a mediation process.

Virgin Australia announces new flights for Easter Sunshine Coast Airport welcomes the announcement that Virgin Australia will increase capacity for the Sunshine Coast, including a new four-times-a-week service from Adelaide between 29 March and 25 April 2021.

Virgin Australia has also added more direct services between Sunshine Coast-Melbourne and Sunshine Coast-Sydney. Sunshine Coast Airport Head of Corporate Relations Ayllie White said Virgin Australia’s extra services are well timed for the popular Easter period.

“The new Virgin Adelaide service will give passengers greater flexibility and choice, not only providing locals with the opportunity to visit the Festival State straight from their doorstep, but opening up our beautiful region to more South Australian visitors,” Ms White said.

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“This additional capacity will certainly provide a boost to the local economy, with up to 28,000 new seats to and from Sunshine

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Koala fund boost Rehabilitated koalas will be fitted with collars, released into the wild and then monitored to understand the potential conservation benefits.

Environment Minister Meaghan Scanlon said Australia Zoo will undertake the research with a $90,000 grant from the State Government’s Community Sustainability Action Grants - Koala Applied Research South East Queensland program.

“Koalas are an Australian icon - and Queensland is playing its part to protect and preserve them,” Ms Scanlon said.

“The program will be undertaken in several south east Queensland local government areas - and the findings will inform future release programs.

“Australia Zoo will also conduct a community education and survey to assess community knowledge and attitudes towards koalas.

“This information will be used to drive behavioural change amongst residents to enhance koala survival.”

Minister Scanlon said a $98,000 grant under the same state government program will fund a vaccine trial for koalas.

“This is a vital step in our fight against the highly infectious Chlamydia disease which is plaguing our koala population,” Ms Scanlon said.

“The Sunshine Coast University will vaccinate up to 500 koalas presenting to several south east Queensland wildlife hospitals, including Australia Zoo. “Once the vaccine has been administered, the koalas will be returned to the wild and their health and survival monitored to determine the efficacy of the treatment.

“It’s vital we take care of the health of the state’s koalas as their long-term survival is under serious threat.

“Chlamydia can cause infertility which directly reduces reproduction and the future vi-

Bushland feedback Two key strategies aimed at protecting our habitat and bushland reserves are now open for community feedback.

The Bushland Reserve Strategic Management Plan and Bushland Reserve Strategic Fire Management Plan can be viewed on Your Say Noosa website until March 22, 2021.

Council has 178 bushland reserves covering 3,469 hectares.

The Management Plan looks to protect diverse vegetation types and provide habitat for many fauna species including koalas and Glossy-black Cockatoos.

The Bushland Reserve Strategic Fire Management Plan sets out a range of actions for priority reserves. This can include fire trail works, planned burns and ongoing collaboration with landholders and government agencies.

To submit your views or red the two strategies, visit yoursay.noosa.qld.gov.au.

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Koala sighted recently in Noosa National Park ability of the population.”

Seven organisations have received funding in the latest rounds of the grants program: Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors Worldwide - $92,650 to assess the conservation benefit of releasing rehabilitated koalas back to the wild.

University of the Sunshine Coast - $98,594 to utilise the USC-developed Chlamydia vaccine.

Queensland University of Technology $94,893 to use drones and fixed camera traps to assess high risk areas for interaction between koalas and domestic and wild dogs.

Logan and Albert Rivers Catchment Association - $63,000 to establish how koalas are utilising isolated trees and vegetation stands within agricultural land in road reserves.

Quandamooka Yoolooburrabee Aboriginal Corporation - $99,984 to use traditional

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The University of Queensland - $97,190 to produce a behaviour-based model that will provide mortality risks for koalas in habitats across the Toowoomba region.

Griffith University - $90,000 to apply Artificial Intelligence-powered observation networks to investigate koala road crossing behaviours.

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Police have charged a 30-year-old man after he allegedly set fire to a house with a woman and child inside in Maleny last year.

Police will allege on March 18, 2020 the man went to a Landsborough Road address and deliberately lit a fire that destroyed the home and seriously injured the man.

A woman and child, who are known to the man, escaped uninjured.

Investigations were delayed due to the manâ ™s medical condition.

The man was charged with arson and contravention of a domestic violence order and is due to appear in the Caloundra Magistrates Court March 17.

4WD flips at Noosa North Shore Paramedics and Rescue Helicopter were called to a car rollover on Teewah Beach at 8.48pm on Friday 19 February.

A woman in her 20s sustained chest and abdominal injuries and was airlifted in a serious but stable condition to Sunshine Coast University Hospital.

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The thrill of sailing You don’t have to be a sailor to understand the appeal of the flap of a sail, a gust of wind and the rush of the sea just inches below your wet butt – playing the old Rod Stewart anthem Sailing on Spotify will give you the general idea.

But there ain’t nothin’ like the real thing, and it’s a thrill that many disabled people were resigned to never experience until the international Sailability program came to Australia in the 1990s and to Noosa Yacht and Rowing Club in 2010. If we discount 2020, when only two weeks of the course were run because of Covid, Sailability celebrates its tenth anniversary in Noosa this year, and the 2021 course starts next week.

Says co-ordinator Ken Plunkett: “Sailability offers a fun, safe and welcoming environment where people with disability are accepted and encouraged to participate in, and enjoy the sport of sailing. It’s a program that offers an additional level of support, an established network of volunteers, and equipment to assist people of all abilities to get into sailing.”

Each sailor who does the program is accompanied by a qualified sailing instructor using a 12-foot Vagabond sailing dinghy that is widely used for sailing training throughout

Queensland. The sailing activity is supported by a safety boat that is on the water at all times.

Says Ken: “Behind the scenes during the year, we have been able to retain the trained boat skippers and they are looking forward to restarting with clients old and new this year.

The boats that are used during the program have been refreshed and are ready to go, and early in 2020 the club purchased a boat especially for clients who had previously expressed an interest in assisting their skipper sail the boat.”

Sailability organisations are not for profit and volunteer-based. The experienced volunteers from previous years are also looking forward to restarting with the rest of the team. A sanitising protocol will be adhered to throughout the weekly sessions.

An average of 20 sailors attended a 23-week programme in the 2019 year and organisers are expecting a similar number this year when the program starts on Thursday, March 4.

Says Ken: “We are calling for volunteers to assist again this year. A Blue Card and a heart of gold is all that is required.”

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Noosa volunteers needed to support seniors in care

By Abbey Cannan With Arcare Noosa now fully operational after opening its doors last month, the Lifestyle team is calling on local community members to volunteer their time to support seniors living in aged care.

Arcare Volunteer Coordinator, Margaret (Marg) Furlong said she’s seen a decline in volunteer numbers across the board since COVID-19 and is hopeful more Noosaville locals will register their interest and give a little where they can.

“It’s so important for people in aged care to know that they’re remembered by their

community,“ she said.

“It’s also really important for their health and wellbeing to have people come and see them and let them know that they matter.

“At the new Noosa residence that just opened last month, we’ve had eight join which is great, but we’d like to times that by six.

“We’d really like to see a boost in those numbers now that Covid is hopefully settling down.“ Arcare aged care has an established national volunteer program dedicated to supporting its residents through a series of initiatives - morning teas, skype calls, physical

visits, pen pal programs, music therapy, and much more.

The program ensures residents stay socially connected - giving seniors the chance to meet new and interesting people, and try new things.

One of the first volunteers to join the program is Senka Thwaites. Her dad is living at Arcare Noosa and she thought it would be a great way to spend time with him and the other residents.

New volunteer, Debra Kalanj was recently asked why she joined the program, to which she replied, “It warms the soul and is a great way to give back to the community.”

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Pride on show at carnival Noosa District State High School hosted the senior school’s swimming carnival at the Nambour Aquatic Centre yesterday.

Students and staff proudly dressed in their house colours and cheered on their teammates in a variety of events, including an inflatable obstacle course swim, swimming heats and championship finals, house swims, freestyle

and a T-shirt rescue relay.

Winners of the swimming heats were invited to compete in the upcoming North District carnival. Successful swimmers from this carnival will qualify for the regional competition.

House pride was on show with the war-cry competition, which was a very loud and close contest among the four houses: Eerwah, Pin-

barren, Cooroora and Tinbeerwah.

Nambour Aquatic Centre staff and NDSHS teachers were impressed with the spirit, energy, enthusiasm and the overall outstanding behaviour of all students in attendance.

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Noosa coastal hazards plan consultation extended Residents now have until March 8 to have their say on the draft Coastal Hazards Adaptation Plan (CHAP) - a two-week extension.

Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart said Council was giving the community as long as it could to comment on the CHAP in the face of a looming deadline to submit it to the state.

“Unfortunately Council was given a March deadline to have the draft plan to the state.

That deadline was set by the panel overseeing the state’s QCoast2100 program, which provided the funding.

“Extending the community consultation to March 8 is as late as Council can go to ensure staff have sufficient time to review

all of the submissions and potentially make amendments to the draft plan.”

The Mayor said Noosa Council was developing a Coastal Hazards Adaptation Plan in the state’s QCoast2100 program as a result of a 2016 Council decision.

“The information we have provided to our community in regard to mapping etc is far more detailed and transparent than most other councils,” she said.

“This is to ensure residents can see what has shaped the draft CHAP and provide informed feedback.”

Noosa is one of 32 Queensland councils developing coastal hazards adaptation plans

with the funding from the state.

Project officer, Grant Hinner, said the CHAP would guide Council’s response to coastal erosion risks in Teewah, Noosa Heads, and along the eastern beaches, as well as coastal inundation risks in areas beside Noosa River.

“It will not specify how individual properties can and can’t be developed. Only the town planning scheme can make those changes and if the Council wants to amend its planning scheme, it needs to go through a separate consultation process,” he said.

“What the CHAP will do is to help Council make sound decisions about future spend-

ing, infrastructure planning, design and land use - particularly public land which the entire community has an interest in,” he said.

At least nine other coastal councils, including the Sunshine Coast Council and City of Gold Coast, have already reached or completed the consultation stage of their CHAP process.

Noosa appeared to be the only Queensland council so far to extend the CHAP consultation beyond the minimum requirement of 28 days, the Mayor said.

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School chaplains vital

By Ian Jobling The importance of the work by chaplains in our State Schools was reinforced by Wide Bay Federal MP Llew O’Brien at the Christian Outreach Church last week.

Speaking by video link from Parliament House in Canberra he said, “The chaplains have my 100 per cent support.”

He said their work was not about religious instruction, describing the “kind and positive impact” a school chaplain had on his life when he first heard his mother had been diagnosed with a serious illness.

Lisa Klein, a local chaplain in both a primary and secondary school, complemented Mr. O’Brien’s words by revealing she encounters students weekly who have unique stories to

share but at the heart of each story is a young person who wants to be heard without judgment and without conditions.

More than a hundred people were present at the commissioning service for the seven chaplains who will work this year in Noosa’s State Schools.

To open the service, the new minister of Tewantin-Noosa Presbyterian Church, Phil Stolk, referred to chaplains as “shining like lights.”

Later the Reverend Lynda Johnson of the Anglican Church of Noosa said, “...you can speak words of care and love; you can do so much in practical ways that bring relief, fun, learning and understanding.

In other words - you can shine... and draw people to that light.”

One of the speakers was the Principal of Tewantin State School, Rob Jennings, who said he appreciated the work of his two chaplains, Bill Howard and Elisa Williams. He said they provided an extra level of support for “our other teachers who are trying to fulfil Education Queensland’s policy of ‘Every student succeeding.’”

Chairman of the Noosa Regional Chaplaincy Committee, Russell McGuire, reminded those present that the continuation and growth of the Chaplaincy Program in Noosa schools is dependent on committed community funding. Should readers want to be part of this support, a tax-deductible donation can be made at: https://www.suqld.org.au/donate/ noosa-region-chaplaincy-tax-deductible.

Wide Bay MP Llew O’Brien made his presentation from Parliament House, Canberra by video-link.

USC welcomes 5500 new students during O Week USC took a COVID-safe approach to Orientation week as it welcomed about 5,500 new students to its campuses from Moreton Bay to the Fraser Coast.

This involved giving students opportunities to participate in a wide variety of Orientation activities both on campus and online.

Pro-Vice Chancellor (Students) Professor Denise Wood AM said USC had adapted how Orientation activities were previously delivered to ensure all required health and safety measures were in place.

“Online sessions will be offered for students who might need extra flexibility and we’ve had some wonderful engagement already with our new students participating in pre-semester skills sessions,” she said.

Professor Wood said taking part in Orien-

Sunshine Coast locals who met on the first day of Orientation at USC, Nursing Science student Charli Pollock (left) and Psychology Honours student Sarah Muller. tation was absolutely fundamental for new students preparing for the start of Semester 1 on Monday 1 March.

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Listening and learning It is not every day a school has the pleasure of opening a new building. It was with a sense of ceremony last Friday that St Teresa’s Catholic College held the official opening and blessing of the new Barungam Centre and the refurbished Pinbarren. The Barungam Centre, a lecture theatre holding up to 250 people provides a space for guest speakers, parent evenings and whole cohort presentations.

The name Barungam, meaning “listening and learning place” in the Gubbi Gubbi language, was provided by local Gubbi Gubbi, Kabi Kabi Traditional Custodian, Lyndon Davis. The centre features a stunning artwork by Lyndon, highlighting the relationship between the sea eagles and the red mullet season.

The Pinbarren, originally a sports hall that began its life as a half-court under cover area, offers an air-conditioned indoor sports facility with a full-size stage, giving the whole College a place to gather, perform and play sport.

After a Welcome to Country by the Gubbi Gubbi dance troupe, the Archbishop of Brisbane, the Most Reverend Mark Coleridge, celebrated the Opening Mass and Blessing. It was a fitting celebration attended by an array of special guests including Brisbane Catholic Education Executive Director, Ms Pam Betts, founding Principal, Alain Pitot, the builders, architects and several of the top performing students from the 2020 graduating class.

After eight months of digging, building and upheaval, the students are excited about the prospect of these new spaces in the College.

Principal, David McInnes is thrilled with the new buildings saying “Both of these high-quality centres provide learning spaces to facilitate the expansion of young minds and hearts. We

Year 4 students ready to roll.

Students cycle into town Blessing the buildings - Lyndon Davis and Archbishop Mark Coleridge

Opening and blessing with Archbishop Mark Coleridge. know they will assist us in transforming educational possibilities for our students.” You can see the new buildings for yourself at the College Open Evening on Tuesday 9th March. With current protocols in place, registration for this event is essential from the College Tours page on the website www.stteresa.qld.edu.au.

With many sporting programs falling victim to COVID-19 restrictions last year, 2020 saw a huge surge in bike purchases, with families enjoying outings and adventures.

Bike tracks and parks were a hive of activity for young and old, skilled as well as those just learning.

With the popularity still high in 2021, Good Shepherd Lutheran College recently took the initiative to engage a local business to educate their Year 4 students on some important cycling skills as well as the importance of maintaining their bikes.

The students geared up and presented with a combination of their own bikes and loan bikes, ready to embark on the obstacle course. Year 4 teacher from Good Shepherd Mrs Kirsten Lee said, “The children just loved the opportunity to improve their skills and learn how to have greater control on their bikes when out on the road.“ “I think all children walked away as more confident riders with a greater understanding of road rules and safety.

“Many had new bikes too and were keen to know how to look after them properly -

Students learn the importance of following road signs. and now they have that knowledge.”

The students were also given important road safety tips and introduced to situations they may come across while riding in the community.

These were put straight into practice at the various traffic signs incorporated in the course.

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Facebook Can’t Ban Local Newspapers!

Dear Noosa locals, Last week Facebook has banned news outlets in Australia.

Facebook is abusing their global monopolistic powers in an attempt to bully Australian news outlets, and we support the ACCC and the Commonwealth Government’s efforts to rein them in.

HOWEVER, FACEBOOK CAN’T BAN LOCAL NEWSPAPERS! This is a very powerful reminder of the importance of local newspapers as a trusted and independent source of local news.

Noosa Today is proudly committed to printing local news and being an independent voice for the local community.

We’re happy for Facebook to be a platform for crazy cat videos, photos of food and fake unregulated news.

Noosa Today remains committed to local journalism and is more relevant than ever before as the true source of local news and information.

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While discussion of a crime may pass through the fastpaced news cycle in the blink of an eye, the story doesn’t stop there and many – too many – cases go unsolved for decades. This new series, premiering tonight, sees 60 Minutes veteran Liz Hayes (pictured) and a team of experts examine crimes, divisive social issues and topical news events with the aim of digging beneath the headlines. This is the kind of in-depth analysis and exploration that has been missing from our screens.

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Whether you think him an eccentric genius, or just eccentric, Elon Musk has had his eyes to the skies with his well-funded experiments to land people on Mars in just a handful of years. Of course, he’s not the first to wonder about our nearest planetary neighbour – the possibility of life on Mars has filled popular imagination for as long as we’ve known it was there. In tonight’s Catalyst, astrophysicist professor Tamara Davis and astronomer Greg Quickie (pictured above) meet the Australian who helped build NASA’s most capable rover yet, and head to the harsh landscape of the Nullabor Plain, where Greg finds a plant that’s challenging understandings of what life requires to exist.

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6.30 Off The Grid With Pio. 7.00 NITV News: Nula.

7.30 MOVIE: Mosley. (2019, PG) 9.10 Bedtime Stories. 9.20 Stockman’s Strategy. 10.20 Message From Mungo. 11.30 Late Programs.

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Sissi: The Young Empress. Continued. (1956, PG, German) 7.00 The Orator. (2011, PG, Samoan) 9.05 Florence Foster Jenkins. (2016, PG) 11.10 The Imaginarium Of Doctor Parnassus. (2009, PG) 1.25pm Alone In Space. (2018, PG, Swedish) 3.00 The Adventures Of Baron Munchausen. (1988, PG) 5.20 Loving.

(2016, PG) 7.35 Postcards From The Edge. (1990, M) 9.30 The Game. (1997) 11.50 Closed Curtain.

(2013, M, Farsi) 1.50am Step By Step. (2016, M, French) 4.00 A Monster With A Thousand Heads.

(2015, M, Spanish) 5.25 The Adventures Of Baron Munchausen. (1988, PG)

7MATE (73) 6am Step Outside With Paul Burt. 6.30 Mark Berg’s Fishing Addiction. 7.30 Creek To Coast. 8.00 American Pickers. 9.00 Pawn Stars. 9.30 Storage Wars. 10.00 America’s Game: The Super Bowl Champions. 11.00 A Football Life.

Noon Swamp People. 1.00 Ax Men. 2.00 Gold Fever. 3.00 Shipping Wars. 4.00 Timbersports.

4.30 Pawnography. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 MOVIE: Men In Black. (1997, PG) 9.30 MOVIE: Predator.

(1987, M) 11.45 Tattoo Nightmares. 1am Ax Men. 2.00 Swamp People. 3.00 Shipping Wars. 4.00 American Pickers. 5.00 Pawnography.

9GO! (53) 6am Children’s Programs.

11.00 Dance Moms. Noon Ironman. Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain IronMan and IronWoman Series. 2.00 Say Yes To The Dress: Atlanta. 3.00 Malcolm.

4.00 Baywatch. 5.00 Knight Rider. 6.00 The Nanny. 6.30 MOVIE: Lemony Snicket’s A Series Of Unfortunate Events. (2004, PG) 8.40 MOVIE: Mortal Engines. (2018, M) 11.10 Police Ten 7. 12.10am Quantum Leap. 1.10 Rivals. 1.40 Social Fabric. 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 Late Programs.

PEACH (82) 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 MOVIE: Sliding Doors. (1998, M) 11.30 MOVIE: Seeking A Friend For The End Of The World. (2012, M) 1.30am Medium. 3.30 Frasier.

4.30 Home Shopping.

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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SBS (3)

SEVEN (7)

NINE (5)

WIN (8)

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 Sleeping Beauty. (R) 2.40 The Royal Wives Of Windsor. (PG, R) 3.30 Dream Gardens. (R) 4.00 Soccer. A-League. Round 10. Western Sydney Wanderers v Adelaide United.

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. 3.30 Black Hole: Universe’s Greatest Mystery. (R) 4.40 Lost Viking Army. (PGa, R) 5.35 Hitler Youth. (PGa, R)

6.00 NBC Today. (R) 7.00 Weekend Sunrise.

10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 11.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship.

Round 1. Mount Panorama 500. Day 1.

Support races and preview. 1.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 1. Mount Panorama 500. Day 1. Pre-race and race. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Creek To Coast.

6.00 Easy Eats. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today.

10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Ironman. Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain IronMan and IronWoman Series. Round 5. 2.00 My Way. (Return, PG) 2.30 Witness To Disaster. (PG, R) 3.30 Serengeti. (PG, R) 4.30 The Garden Gurus. (Return) 5.00 News: First At Five.

5.30 Getaway. (Return, PG)

6am Morning Programs. 8.30 The Offroad Adventure Show. (R) 9.30 St10. (PG) 12.00 GCBC. (R) 12.30 Destination Dessert. (R) 1.00 10 Minute Kitchen. 1.30 Places We Go. (Return, PG) 2.00 Three Blue Ducks. (PGl, R) 2.30 Australia By Design: Innovations. (PG) 3.00 What’s Up Down Under. (Final) 3.30 My Market Kitchen. (R) 4.00 Everyday Gourmet.

(R) 4.30 Farm To Fork. (PG, R) 5.00 News.

6.00 Ask The Doctor: Ageing Well.

(PG, R) The doctors take a look at ageing.

6.30 Landline. Presented by Pip Courtney.

7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories.

7.30 Death In Paradise. (PG) Jack faces a life-changing decision.

8.30 Call The Midwife. (PG) Nonnatus House welcomes four male junior doctors to live and work among the midwives.

9.30 Harrow. (Mv, R) A forensic pathologist investigates the apparent suicide of a young woman.

10.25 Miniseries: Apple Tree Yard. (MA15+av, R) Part 1 of 4.

11.20 Press. (Mlv, R) Holly helps Leona investigate a lead at a hospital.

12.20 Rage Retro Month.

(MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo.

(PG) Ernie explores Melville Island.

8.00 King Arthur’s Britain: Truth Unearthed. (Ma, R) Dr Alice Roberts uses new archaeological discoveries to decode the myths of the Dark Ages.

9.10 MOVIE: Monty Python And The Holy Grail. (1975, PGv, R) Having recruited a bevy of lacklustre new knights, King Arthur sets off on a cut-price quest to find the Holy Grail. Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Eric Idle.

10.45 MOVIE: The Broken Circle Breakdown. (2012, MA15+as, R, Belgium) A banjoist and a tattoo artist share their love of music. Veerle Baetens.

12.45 War Of The Worlds. (MA15+av, 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 News.

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG) Officers stop two newlyweds at the border.

7.30 MOVIE: Guardians Of The Galaxy. (2014, Mav, R) A brash space adventurer joins forces with a gang of criminals after stealing a mysterious orb. Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana.

10.00 MOVIE: Clash Of The Titans.

(2010, Mv, R) A king recruits a warrior in an effort to find a way to prevent his daughter from being sacrificed to the gods. Sam Worthington, Ralph Fiennes.

12.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 1. Mount Panorama 500. Day 1. Highlights.

1.00 Medical Emergency. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Get Arty. (R) 5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)

6.00 Nine News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Space Invaders. (Premiere, PG) Experts help people declutter their lives.

8.30 MOVIE: Yesterday. (2019, Ml) After a freak accident, a struggling singer-songwriter realises that he is the only person on Earth who remembers The Beatles, and uses this to his advantage by performing their music and skyrocketing to fame.

Himesh Patel, Lily James, Sophia di Martino.

10.50 MOVIE: Taking Woodstock.

(2009, MA15+dln, R) A young man promotes a music festival. Demetri Martin.

1.00 Witness To Disaster. (PG, R) 2.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Global Shop.

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Wesley Impact. (R)

6.00 To Be Advised.

7.00 Three Blue Ducks. Follows “The Ducks”, including Andy Allen, Mark Labrooy and Darren Robertson, as they forage for native plants species, catch seafood in the ocean, and meet providores wherever they are to be found.

7.30 To Be Advised.

8.30 Ambulance. (Ma, R) Follows ambulance crews during the period around England’s 2018 FIFA World Cup semi-final.

The shift starts with a call from a man who says he has murdered his wife and a father whose wife is about to give birth.

10.50 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 Live At The Apollo. 9.15 Ross Noble: Stand Up Series. 9.50 Sammy J. 9.55 Would I Lie To You? 10.25 Best Wishes, Warmest Regards: A Schitt’s Creek Farewell. 11.10 Why Are You Like This. 11.35 High Fidelity. 12.05am Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 12.50 Escape From The City. 1.50 Late Programs.

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6am WorldWatch.

Noon Basketball. NBA. Memphis Grizzlies v Los Angeles Clippers. Replay. 2.00 New Girl. 3.00 Insight. 4.00 WorldWatch. 4.30 Basketball. NBL. Adelaide 36ers v NZ Breakers. 6.30 PBS NewsHour.

7.30 The Last Man On Earth. 7.55 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.35 The X-Files. 11.05 The Sunny Side Of Sex. Midnight Vogue Williams: Wild Girls. 1.00 Myanmar’s Killing Fields. 2.00 Late Programs.

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6am Home Shopping. 8.30 Travel Oz. 9.00 Winners. 10.00 House Of Wellness.

11.00 Horse Racing. Australian Guineas and Chipping Norton Stakes. 4.30pm Weekender. 5.00 Creek To Coast. 5.30 The Great Outdoors: Greatest Escapes. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 The Great Outdoors: Greatest Escapes. 12.30am The Fine Art Auction. 3.30 Late Programs.

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6am Newstyle Direct. 6.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 10.00 Edgar Wallace Mysteries. 11.15 My Favorite Martian. 11.45 MOVIE: My Brother Jonathan. (1948) 2pm MOVIE: I’ll Take Sweden. (1965) 4.00 MOVIE: McLintock! (1963, PG) 6.30 Rugby Union. Super Rugby. Round 2.

ACT Brumbies v NSW Waratahs. 8.45 Super Rugby Post-Match. 9.00 MOVIE: Major League. (1989, M) 11.10 Late Programs.

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NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 2.20pm

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am The Adventures Of Baron Munchausen. Continued.

(1988, PG) 7.45 Alone In Space. (2018, PG, Swedish) 9.20 Mr. Holmes. (2015, PG) 11.15 A Monster Calls.

(2016, PG) 1.15pm Wildwitch. (2018, PG, Danish) 3.10 The Crow’s Egg. (2014, PG, Tamil) 4.50 Strings.

(2004, PG) 6.30 The Ideal Palace. (2018, PG, French) 8.30 Hannibal. (2001, MA15+) 10.55 Step

By Step. (2016, M, French) 1.05am Late Programs.

7MATE (73) 6am Morning Programs.

12.30pm Timbersports. 1.00 Blokesworld. 1.30 Aussie Dreamlivers Alaska. 2.00 Travel Mates. 2.30 Shipping Wars. 3.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 4.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 5. Gold Coast Suns v Brisbane Lions. 6.00 Megastructures.

7.00 Building Giants. 8.00 The Thrill Of The Chase.

9.00 Mighty Ships. 10.00 Mighty Cruise Ships.

11.00 Late Programs.

9GO! (53) 6am Children’s Programs.

1.30pm Surfing Australia TV. 2.00 Xtreme Collxtion. 3.00 Liquid Science. 3.30 MOVIE: Open Season: Scared Silly. (2015, PG) 5.10 MOVIE: Spy Kids 4: All The Time In The World. (2011, PG) 7.00 MOVIE: Despicable Me. (2010, PG) 8.50 MOVIE: Anchorman: The Legend Of Ron Burgundy. (2004, M) 10.50 MOVIE: Sausage Party. (2016, MA15+) 12.35am Late Programs.

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6am Cheers. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 9.00 Becker. 10.00 Frasier. 11.00 The Middle. 11.30 To Be Advised. 2pm Everybody Loves Raymond.

3.30 Friends. 6.00 Columbo. 7.30 Kojak. 8.30 Spyforce. 9.30 The Big Bang Theory. 10.30 The Middle. Midnight Home Shopping. 1.30 2 Broke Girls. 4.00 Mom. 4.30 Home Shopping. 5.30 The Brady Bunch.

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Road Open. 2.30 Softball. SA Premier League.

Replay. 4.00 Rugby League. Koori Knockout.

Men’s. Dindima v Kempsey Dungutti Brothers.

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 MOVIE: The Tall Man. (2011, M) 10.00 MOVIE: Crooklyn.

(1994, M) Midnight Late Programs.

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 (3)

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.

(PG, R) 11.30 Songs Of Praise. (R) 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 10. Melbourne Victory v Canberra United. 5.00 Australia Remastered. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.30 Italian News. 8.10 Filipino News. 8.40 French News. 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 Bushfire Animal Rescue. (PG, R) 4.00 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 4.35 Sportswoman. 5.35 Hitler Youth. (PGa, R)

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise.

10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 11.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship.

Round 1. Mount Panorama 500. Day 2.

Support races and preview. 1.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 1. Mount Panorama 500. Day 2. Pre-race and race.

4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Weekender.

6.00 Easy Eats. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today.

10.00 The Xtreme Collxtion. (PG, R) 11.00 Women’s Footy. (PG) 12.00 Ironman.

Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain IronMan and IronWoman Series. Round 6. 2.00 MOVIE: Zeus And Roxanne. (1997, G, R) Steve Guttenberg, Kathleen Quinlan, Arnold Vosloo. 4.00 David Attenborough’s Dynasties. (PG, R) 5.00 News: First At Five. 5.30 My Way.

6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Fishing Aust.

(R) 8.00 GCBC. (R) 8.30 Places We Go. (PG, R) 9.00 Luca’s Key Ingredient. 9.30 St10. (PG) 12.00 All 4 Adventure. (PGal, R) 1.00 The Offroad Adventure Show. 2.00 Three Blue Ducks. (R) 2.30 Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey. (R) 3.00 Farm To Fork. (PG, R) 3.30 Roads Less Travelled. (R) 4.00 To Be Advised.

5.00 News.

6.00 Antiques Roadshow.

Hosted by Fiona Bruce.

7.00 ABC News Sunday.

7.40 Grand Designs New Zealand. Hosted by Chris Moller.

8.30 Harrow. (Mav) Harrow, Fairley and Nichols conduct an impromptu murder investigation while on a hiking trip.

9.25 Silent Witness. (Ma) When a body is found in a field near the village of Hartford, Nikki and the Lyell team confirm it is that of missing teenager Jason Forbes.

10.25 Killing Eve. (Final, Mv, R) Konstantin makes a break for it.

11.10 Line Of Duty. (Mav, R) 12.10 Wentworth. (MA15+dlv, R) 1.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.10 Wentworth. (MA15+dlv, R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Searching For Cleopatra.

(PG) Takes a look at Cleopatra.

9.10 The Queen And The Coup.

(PG) Documents the 1953 Iranian coup d’état and the unwitting role played by Queen Elizabeth II. 10.05 Untold Australia: Country Town Pride. (Mal, R) Part 4 of 4.

11.05 24 Hours In Police Custody: Code Of Silence. (Mlv, R) 12.00 Michael Mosley: A History Of Surgery: Into The Brain. (MA15+a, R) 3.05 The Gang Crackdown. (R) 4.10 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 4.45 Destination Flavour: Japan 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: Celebrity Special. (PG) Celebrities tackle a mini golf course.

8.30 MOVIE: Venom. (2018, Malv) A journalist is unwittingly merged with a symbiotic alien with lethal abilities. Tom Hardy, Michelle Williams, Riz Ahmed.

10.45 World’s Deadliest: Days Out. (M) 11.45 Surveillance Oz Dashcam. (PG, R) 12.15 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 1. Mount Panorama 500. Day 2. Highlights.

1.15 The Guardian. (Madsv, R) 2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 Married At First Sight. (PGls) The social “experiment” continues.

8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

9.40 Nine News Late. Takes a look at the latest news and events from Australia and around the world.

10.10 The Piketon Family Murders. (Mav, R) Takes a look at the murder of a family.

12.00 Young, Dumb And Banged Up In The Sun. (MA15+adlv) 1.00 My Way. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping.

4.00 Take Two. 5.00 News Early Edition.

5.30 Today.

6.30 The Sunday Project. Panellists dissect, digest and reconstitute the daily news, events and hottest topics.

7.30 The Amazing Race Australia.

A detour divides the teams as they are faced with a challenge that tests their physical, mental and tactical skills.

9.00 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv, R) Barnes goes on a dangerous undercover mission using an old alias from her NYPD days to deal with an ambitious gang leader who is plotting a series of turf wars across the Bronx in a bid for more power.

11.00 The Sunday Project. (R) A look at the day’s news.

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: Savile.

9.45 How Australia Got Its Mojo. 10.45 Catalyst.

11.45 No Time For Quiet. 12.45am You Can’t Ask That. 1.05 Restoration Australia. 2.00 Chris Ramsey’s Stand Up Central. 2.25 Would I Lie To You? 2.55 News Update. 3.00 Close. 5.05 Little Princess.

5.20 Sarah & Duck. 5.25 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

Noon Front Up. 12.30 New Girl. 1.00 Basketball.

NBL. South East Melbourne Phoenix v Illawarra Hawks. 3.00 WorldWatch. 3.30 Basketball. NBL. Brisbane Bullets v Cairns Taipans. 5.30 Inside Heston’s World. 6.30 Brooklyn Nine-Nine. 7.00 Monty Python’s Flying Circus. 7.35 Abandoned Engineering. (Return) 8.30 Why Women Kill. 9.30 United Shades Of America. 10.20 Late Programs.

7TWO (72) 6am Morning Programs.

7.30 Leading The Way. 8.00 David Jeremiah. 8.30 Shopping. 9.00 The Great Australian Doorstep.

9.30 Your 4x4. 10.00 House Of Wellness. 11.00 NBC Today. Noon The Great Outdoors: Greatest Escapes. 1.00 The Yorkshire Vet. 2.15 Sailing. The Vendée Globe. Highlights. 3.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 4.30 Escape To The Country. 8.30 Wild Bill. 9.30 Bodyguard. 10.40 Late Programs.

9GEM (52) 6am Morning Programs.

7.30 In Touch. 8.00 Beyond Today. 8.30 The Incredible Journey. 9.00 TV Shop. 10.00 The Baron. 11.00 MOVIE: On The Buses. (1971, PG) 12.50pm Getaway. 1.20 Hitchcock. 1.50 MOVIE: Cairo Road. (1950, PG) 3.45 MOVIE: The Lone Gun. (1954, PG) 5.15 MOVIE: Rio Grande. (1950) 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 Chicago P.D. 9.40 Chicago Fire. 10.40 Late Programs.

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6am Shopping. 7.30 Key Of David. 8.00 Bondi Rescue. 8.30 ST: Voyager. 9.30 One Strange Rock. 10.30 Escape Fishing. 11.00 Scorpion. 1pm The Doctors. 2.00 Australia By Design: Innovations. 2.30 The Offroad Adventure Show. 3.30 Reel Action. 4.30 What’s Up Down Under. 5.00 I Fish. 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. 10.00

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Strings.

Continued. (2004, PG) 6.45 Loving. (2016, PG) 9.00 The Crow’s Egg. (2014, PG, Tamil) 10.40 The Adventures Of Baron Munchausen. (1988, PG) 1pm The Ideal Palace. (2018, PG, French) 3.00 Operation Arctic. (2014, PG, Norwegian) 4.40 Wildwitch.

(2018, PG, Danish) 6.35 Mr. Holmes. (2015, PG) 8.30 Lovers On The Pont-Neuf. (1991, M, French) 10.45 Late Programs.

7MATE (73) 6am Morning Programs.

10.00 Megastructures. 11.00 The Fishing Show.

Noon Football. AFL Women’s. Round 5. GWS Giants v Western Bulldogs. 2.00 Football. AFL Women’s.

Round 5. Carlton v Melbourne. 4.00 Shipping Wars.

4.30 Graveyard Carz. 5.30 Counting Cars. 6.00 Last Car Garage. 6.30 Border Patrol. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: The Hangover Part II. (2011, MA15+) 10.40 Late Programs.

9GO! (53) 6am Children’s Programs.

1.40pm Dance Moms. 3.40 MOVIE: BMX Bandits.

(1983, PG) 5.40 MOVIE: Alvin And The Chipmunks: The Squeakquel. (2009) 7.30 MOVIE: The Matrix Reloaded. (2003, M) 10.10 MOVIE: Ghost Rider.

(2007, M) 12.25am Lethal Weapon. 1.20 Dance Moms. 3.00 Power Rangers Dino Charge. 3.30 Thunderbirds. 4.30 Pokémon: BW Adventures In Unova And Beyond. 4.50 Late Programs.

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Softball. SA Premier League. 11.30 Rugby Union.

Monsoon Rugby Union. Replay. 1pm Bowls. SA Super League. 1.30 Over The Black Dot. 2.00 Football. CAFL. 3.45 Football. NTFL. 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 Killing Patient Zero. 10.25 Transcendent. 10.50 Late Programs.

6am The Brady Bunch.

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.00 Neighbours. 11.30 The Neighborhood. 12.30pm Everybody Loves Raymond. 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 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.

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Johanna Scanlan and Carly Garner from Permaculture Noosa and Lauren Markwell from Noosa Library Service

EASTER START FOR SCHOOL ROAD SAFETY BOOST Sunrise Beach slope repair and replacement of two timber bridges in the hinterland among other planned Noosa Shire infrastructure projects A $200,000 project to boost safety for school kids on Noosaville’s Sea Eagle Drive will soon begin.

included a new footpath between Morinda Circuit and Sea Eagle Drive and changes to pedestrian crossing points.

Council will extend the existing parking/drop-off zone on the northbound side to help alleviate pressure at peak times.

Funded by the State’s School Transport Infrastructure Program, work is scheduled for the Easter school holidays.

Project Coordinator Cody Johnston said other improvements

Work to repair an unstable section of slope beside Sobraon Street at

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Sunrise Beach is about to start, with staff reviewing tenders.

State’s Works for Queensland Program.

Project Coordinator Scott Anderson said the project included site revegetation once work is complete.

In the hinterland, Council is about to call for tenders for replacement of Kin Kin’s Wahpunga Lane Bridge and Cooran’s Tablelands Road Bridge B.

Council is funding the project with the Federal Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program and the

These projects are jointly funded

by Council and the Australian Government.

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SARAH DIVES INTO NEW ROLE Fast forward, six months and Sarah is now a valued member of Council’s Civil Operations crew and couldn’t be happier.

“It’s such a great job, I carry out general maintenance, pruning and cleaning of pathways and drains in the Hastings Street, Gympie Terrace and Noosaville areas. The bonus is I still get to speak to the public every day.”

“Through the work we do, it feels as though you are contributing to the lifestyle and vibe of our community,” she said.

Sarah was offered JobKeeper during the pandemic but wanted to keep working. So when Council offered some casual work at the Noosa Depot, she dived in boots and all.

For some the pandemic has forced a change for the better.

and loved every minute of it,” she said.

“I had very little idea what the work involved but the role offered so much variety and a new challenge.”

And that’s certainly the case with Council Field Worker Sarah Nobelius.

In 2018, Sarah’s unwavering passion saw her named the AustSwim Qld Teacher of the Year.

To enhance her job prospects, Sarah got her Heavy Rigid license. Now she’s one of two female truck drivers in the crew.

“Changing career had been on my mind, but with three school aged children and as I was approaching 40, it seemed a huge risk and virtually impossible,” she said.

“The crew has always encouraged and helped me. We all take pride in what we do and you get to see the results of your efforts,” Sarah said.

Sarah Nobelius in her new role as Council Field Worker

When COVID-19 hit last year, Sarah’s nine-year service as a casual Learn to Swim teacher at the Noosa Aquatic Centre ended abruptly.

“I was working 5-6 days a week

SENIORS THRIVE IN SOCIAL PROGRAM Council is helping our seniors keep active and connected Noosa Community Support has kicked off the year with a new program offering a wide range of activities that are fun, social, healthy and entertaining.

Centre Coordinator Linda Wylie said that last year was a tough one for their clients. “Due to COVID, we couldn’t resume our normal gatherings” Linda tells us.

“This year we are all excited to get back together and offer some engaging activities that will suit any local senior, especially carers and their loved ones. We have a range of programs both in the Centre and out in the community”

Centre based activities include music and dance sessions, chew and chat social club, creative art and gardening sessions, the handyman’s tool shed, and rest and reprieve time for carers.

All participants are welcomed with a morning or afternoon tea.

If you stay all day a light lunch will be provided for you.

“Our Out and About program includes weekly Pomona and Cooroy Rummy-O clubs and Tewantin and Hinterland coffee groups.” Linda says.

The wide range of activities ensure there is something for

everyone.

For more information on Noosa Community Support, visit noosacommunitysupport.com.au or call 5329 6175.

IN BRIEF Help shape the Council Budget It’s time for residents to show how you would determine Council’s spending priorities. A new online engagement tool goes live in March on Council’s Your Say Noosa page. We’re keen to hear your views. Councillors will also have a number of face to face sessions in early April.

Climate Week is 21 - 28 March We will be showcasing the positive action being taken across the Shire to reduce emissions and adapt to the impacts of climate change.

There will be workshops and activities, including clean-up blitzes and an Electric Vehicle Expo. See the Noosa Council website for all updates.

GRANTS NETWORKING AND NIBBLES NIGHT Noosa Council Community and Environment Project Grants and the RADF Grant will be opening on 3 March.

Come along to hear info about the grants program at our event on Thursday, 4 March from 5:00pm.

It will be at Council Chambers at 9 Pelican Street in Tewantin.

There will be a one hour presentation and then one hour of nibbles and networking.

Please register to this COVID safe event on Eventbrite.

More information head over to noosa.qld.gov.au/community/ grants

Friday, 26 February, 2021 NOOSA TODAY 25

Monday, March 1 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 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Death In Paradise. (PG, R) 2.00 Rake. (Mlsv, R) 3.00 ABC News Afternoons.

4.00 The Heights. (PG, R) 4.30 Silvia’s Italian Table. (R) 5.00 Restoration Australia. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 6.30 This Week. 7.30 WorldWatch. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 ABC America: World News Tonight. 1.00 Al Jazeera News. 2.00 Meghan Markle Escaping The Crown. (Ml, R) 2.50 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 3.25 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG, R) 4.30 Great British Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise.

9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News.

12.00 MOVIE: Romeo Killer: The Chris Porco Story. (2013, Mv, 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 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News.

12.00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show. (PG) 1.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 1.30 Married At First Sight. (PGls, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News.

4.30 Millionaire Hot Seat.

5.30 Nine News Local.

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 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. (R) 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 Australian Story. Australians tell personal stories.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program that leads national debate and confronting issues that matter.

9.15 Media Watch. (PG) Hosted by Paul Barry.

9.35 The Pacific: In The Wake Of Captain Cook With Sam Neill: Resolution And The Northwest Passage. (PG) Sam Neill follows Cook’s third voyage.

10.25 You Can’t Ask That. (Mals, R) 10.55 ABC Late News.

11.30 Catalyst. (R) 12.25 Wentworth. (Mlsv, R) 1.15 Rage.

(MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Wentworth. (Mlsv, 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: Swindon. (Final, PG) Presented by Tim Dunn.

8.30 24 Hours In Emergency: Pride And Prejudice. (M) A 52-year-old is rushed to St George’s after being hit by a car after cycling home from work.

9.25 The Story Of The Songs: Eric Clapton. (M) A look at three of Eric Clapton’s iconic hits.

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Outlander. (MA15+) 11.50 Berlin Station. (Malv, R) 2.40 Stephen Hawking: A Brief History Of Mine. (R) 4.15 Great British Railway Journeys.

(R) 4.45 Destination Flavour: Japan 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. (PG) 7.30 Holey Moley Australia: Kids Special. (PG) Eight junior golfers tackle a challenging mini golf course with their parents taking on the obstacles.

9.00 9-1-1. (Ma) The 118 race to save the lives of workers trapped in a five-alarm factory fire.

10.00 The Rookie. (M) Lucy and Jackson’s relationship is threatened.

11.00 The Latest: Seven News.

11.30 Station 19. (Ma) Ryan agrees to talk it out with his dad.

12.30 The Guardian. (Madsv, R) 1.30 Medical Emergency. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Married At First Sight. (Mls) The social “experiment” continues.

9.00 Under Investigation: High Country Mystery.

(Premiere, PGv) Experts seek to solve crimes and uncover new evidence surrounding an unsolved mystery.

10.00 Australian Crime Stories: The Dark Side. (Mv, R) A look at the murder of Jamie Gao. 11.00 Nine News Late.

11.30 The First 48: Graveyard Love. (Mav, R) 12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.05 A Current Affair. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop.

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Take Two. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

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.

8.30 Hughesy, We Have A Problem.

Dave Hughes is assisted by Becky Lucas and Nazeem Hussain, as well as a panel of celebrities, to discuss solutions to problems experienced in modern Australian life.

9.30 The Graham Norton Show.

(R) Graham Norton chats with Rosamund Pike, Hugh Bonneville, Gordon Ramsay and Gareth Thomas.

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) 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. 9.10 David Attenborough: Kingdom Of Plants. 10.05 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. 10.55 Escape From The City. 11.50 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 12.35am Would I Lie To You? 1.05 Parks And Recreation.

1.25 Reno 911! 1.50 W1A. 2.20 Zapped. 2.50 News Update. 2.55 Close. 5.05 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm WorldWatch. 1.30 Untold Australia. 2.30 Australiana: Island Queens. 3.05 Gaycation. 3.55 WorldWatch. 4.20 This Week.

5.15 The Joy Of Painting. 5.45 Shortland Street.

6.15 Forged In Fire Latin America. (Premiere) 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.30 News. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Taskmaster. 9.25 RocKwiz. 10.20 Late Programs.

7TWO (72)

6am Shopping. 6.30 Travel Oz. 8.00 Harry’s Practice. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. 10.30 MOVIE: The Falcon’s Brother. (1942, PG) Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 Brit Cops. 2.00 Harry’s Practice.

2.30 Million Dollar Minute. 3.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 4.00 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Foyle’s War. 10.40 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 Death In Paradise.

1.10 Days Of Our Lives. 2.05 The Young And The Restless. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Hell Is A City. (1960, PG) 5.20 Heartbeat. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 London Kills. 8.40 DCI Banks. 10.40 Three Days To Live. 11.40 Late Programs.

BOLD (81) 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 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue.

7.30 NCIS. 10.20 To Be Advised. 12.10am Home Shopping. 2.10 CSI: Miami. 3.10 Diagnosis Murder.

4.05 Instinct. 5.00 Nash Bridges.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 1.35pm

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Mr. Holmes.

Continued. (2015, PG) 7.15 A Monster Calls. (2016, PG) 9.15 The Ideal Palace. (2018, PG, French) 11.15 Wildwitch. (2018, PG, Danish) 1.10pm The Crow’s Egg. (2014, PG, Tamil) 2.50 Strings. (2004, PG) 4.30 Tony Takitani. (2004, PG, Japanese) 6.00 Operation Arctic. (2014, PG, Norwegian) 7.40 The Rocket. (2013, M, Lao) 9.30 Goodbye Mother.

(2019, M, Vietnamese) 11.35 Late Programs.

7MATE (73) 6am Morning Programs.

1pm Graveyard Carz. 2.00 Motor Racing. Night Thunder. Krikke Boys Shootout. 3.00 Last Car Garage. 3.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship.

Mount Panorama 500. H’lights. 4.30 Motor Racing.

Supercars C’ship. Mount Panorama 500. H’lights.

5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Restoration Workshop. 8.30 MOVIE: Aquaman. (2018, M) 11.20 Late Programs.

9GO! (53) 6am Children’s Programs.

11.00 Dance Moms. Noon Royal Pains. 1.00 The Mindy Project. 2.00 Say Yes To The Dress: Atlanta.

3.00 Social Fabric. 4.00 Baywatch. 5.00 Knight Rider. 6.00 Malcolm. 7.00 The Nanny. 7.30 RBT. 8.30 MOVIE: American Made. (2017, MA15+) 10.45 Paranormal Caught On Camera. 11.45 The Nanny.

12.15am Lethal Weapon. 1.10 Bromans. 2.10 Dance Moms. 3.00 Late Programs.

PEACH (82)

I Am Numamurdirdi. 1.45 Artefact. 2.45 Four Faces Of The Moon. 3.00 Jarjums. 3.55 Aussie Bush Tales.

4.00 Musomagic. 4.30 Move It Mob Style. 5.00 Fraggle Rock. 6.00 Foreign Flavours. 6.30 Off The Grid With Pio. 7.00 Our Stories. 7.20 News. 7.30 Faboriginal. 8.00 Drag Heals. (Premiere) 8.30 Karla Grant Presents. 9.05 Leitis In Waiting. 10.05 News.

10.15 Shade: Queens Of NYC. 10.40 Late Programs.

6am Everybody Loves Raymond. 7.00 The Middle. 8.30 Everybody Loves Raymond. 10.00 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.

Target young families across this growing region

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Tuesday, March 2 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 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Call The Midwife. (PG, R) 2.00 Rake. (Mlv, R) 3.00 ABC News Afternoons.

4.00 The Heights. (Final, PG, R) 4.30 Silvia’s Italian Table. (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) 2.15 Charles And Diana: The Truth Behind Their Wedding. (PGa, R) 3.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PGa, R) 4.30 Great British Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise.

9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News.

12.00 MOVIE: The Preacher’s Sin. (2015, 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 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News.

12.00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show. (PG) 1.00 The Garden Gurus. (R) 1.30 Married At First Sight. (Mls, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News.

4.30 Millionaire Hot Seat.

5.30 Nine News Local.

6.00 Headline News. 7.30 Entertainment Tonight. (PG, R) 8.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (Ma) 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.00 Entertainment Tonight. 2.30 My Market Kitchen. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. (R) 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: Mars – The Hunt For Life. Astrophysicist Professor Tamara Davis and astronomer Greg Quicke explore whether there is life on Mars.

9.30 Australia Remastered: Forest.

(Final) Presented by Aaron Pedersen.

10.25 QI. (Ms, R) 10.55 ABC Late News.

11.30 Q+A. (R) 12.35 Wentworth. (Malsv, R) 1.20 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.

7.30 Great Australian Railway Journeys: Sydney To Broken Hill.

(R) Michael Portillo explores NSW. 8.40 24 Hours In Emergency: Great Expectations. (M) A 15-year-old is rushed to St George’s.

9.35 Michael Portillo’s Abandoned Britain: Plastic Surgery Pioneers – Cambridge Military Hospital. (Maw, R) Part 1 of 5.

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 The Pier. (MA15+s) 11.55 Borgen. (Ma, 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. (PGa) 7.30 Highway Patrol Special. (PG) Takes a look at some blatant busts.

8.30 The Good Doctor. (Ma) Shaun questions his decision to give the new residents autonomy when one of his interns makes a misdiagnosis.

9.30 The Resident. (Mav) Conrad tries a last-ditch effort to save the hospital as the doctors plan for their next career moves.

10.30 The Latest: Seven News.

11.00 Station 19. (Mals) 12.00 Splitting Up Together. (PGas) 1.00 Anh Does Brazil. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Married At First Sight. (Ma) The social “experiment” continues.

9.00 Framing Britney Spears.

Takes a look at the rise and fall of global pop phenomenon Britney Spears.

10.30 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

11.00 Labour Of Love. (PGal) The men’s instincts are put to the test.

12.00 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. (Mav, R) 12.50 Explore.

1.00 A Current Affair. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Take Two. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition.

5.30 Today.

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.

8.30 NCIS. (Ma, R) The team sets out to exonerate a US Marine who is serving a life sentence for murder.

9.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. Callen tracks down the person tailing him in a remote location teeming with Russians.

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) 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. 8.50 Why Are You Like This. 9.15 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 10.00 High Fidelity. 10.25 Brassic. 11.15 Live At The Apollo.

Midnight Ross Noble: Stand Up Series. 12.30 Parks And Recreation. 12.50 Reno 911! 1.15 W1A. 1.45 Zapped. 2.15 News Update. 2.20 Close. 5.05 Little Princess. 5.20 Sarah & Duck. 5.25 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

9.30 SBS Courtside. 10.00 Basketball. NBA. Philadelphia 76ers v Indiana Pacers. 12.30pm WorldWatch. 1.30 Figure Skating. ISU Grand Prix.

Replay. 3.30 Brother. 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.05 The Joy Of Painting. 5.35 Shortland Street. 6.05 Asia’s Next Top Model. (Premiere) 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 The Big Fat Quiz Of Everything. 10.15 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 Brit Cops. 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. 12.50am Late Programs.

9GEM (52) 6am Morning Programs.

9.30 Danoz. 10.30 Ellen DeGeneres. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon London Kills. 1.10 Days Of Our Lives. 2.05 The Young And The Restless. 3.00 Heartbeat. 4.00 Netball. Constellation Cup. Game 1. New Zealand Silver Ferns v Australian Diamonds.

6.00 Keeping Up Appearances. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 The Closer. 9.40 Rizzoli & Isles. 10.40 Late Programs.

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 Elementary. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. 10.25 CSI: Miami. 11.20 To Be Advised. 12.15am Shopping. 2.15 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 3pm

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Operation Arctic. Continued. (2014, PG, Norwegian) 7.30 The Castle Of Cagliostro. (1979, PG) 9.30 Date With An Angel. (1987, PG) 11.30 Tony Takitani. (2004, PG, Japanese) 1pm Loving. (2016, PG) 3.15 Manje Bistre. (2017, PG, Punjabi) 5.50 The Man Who Knew Infinity. (2015, PG) 7.50 Rams. (2015, M, Icelandic) 9.30 Tu Me Manques. (2019, MA15+) 11.25 Late Programs.

7MATE (73) 6am Morning Programs.

10.00 America’s Game. 11.00 A Football Life. Noon Doomsday Preppers. 1.00 Round Oz Ride. 2.00 Gold Fever. 3.00 Restoration Workshop. 4.00 Al McGlashan’s Fish’n With Mates. 4.30 Road Hauks.

5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 8.30 Outback Opal Hunters. 9.30 Outback Pilots. 10.30 Mighty Rivers. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GO! (53) 6am Children’s Programs.

11.00 Dance Moms. Noon Royal Pains. 1.00 The Mindy Project. 2.00 Say Yes To The Dress: Atlanta.

3.00 Malcolm. 4.00 Baywatch. 5.00 Knight Rider.

6.00 Malcolm. 7.00 The Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: Waterworld. (1995, M) 10.10 MOVIE: The Big Hit. (1998, MA15+) Midnight Lethal Weapon. 1.00 Urbex: Enter At Your Own Risk. 2.00 Mike Tyson Mysteries. 2.10 Dance Moms. 3.00 Late Programs.

PEACH (82) 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 Mom. Midnight Home Shopping.

1.30 Medium. 3.30 Frasier. 4.30 Home Shopping.

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 Off The Grid With Pio. 7.00 Our Stories. 7.20 NITV News Update. 7.30 Faboriginal. 8.00 Drag Heals.

8.30 Superstition. 9.20 NITV News Update. 9.30 Hunting Aotearoa. 10.00 Football. NTFL. Replay.

Midnight Late Programs.

26 NOOSA TODAY Friday, 26 February, 2021

Wednesday, March 3 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (7)

NINE (5)

WIN (8)

6am Morning Programs. 10.30 Stan Grant’s One Plus One. (PGal, R) 11.00 Aussie Inventions That Changed The World. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Press Club.

1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 1.55 Rake. (Ml, R) 3.00 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Great Expectations: Karta The Orang-Utan’s Story.

(PG, R) 4.30 Silvia’s Italian Table. (Final, PG, R) 5.00 Restoration Australia. (PG, 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. (PG, R) 2.20 Royal Family: Scandals And Shame. (PGa, R) 3.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PGal, R) 4.30 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise.

9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News.

12.00 MOVIE: A Daughter’s Revenge. (2018, Mav, R) 2.00 Gold Coast Medical. (Ma, R) 3.00 The Chase.

4.00 Seven News At 4.

5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News.

12.00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show. (PG) 1.00 Destination WA. (PG, R) 1.30 Married At First Sight. (Ma, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News.

4.30 Millionaire Hot Seat.

5.30 Nine News Local.

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 My Market Kitchen. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. (R) 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. (Mdl) Easton rediscovers himself.

9.30 Why Are You Like This.

(Mls, R) Mia helps a young cosplayer.

10.00 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (R) 10.40 Staged. (Mls, R) 11.05 ABC Late News.

11.35 Four Corners. (R) 12.20 Media Watch. (PG, R) 12.40 Wentworth. (Malv, R) 1.25 Rage.

(MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Wentworth. (Malv, 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: Stuart Stirling. (PG, R) Professor Alice Roberts tells the story of Stirling.

8.30 Michael Palin: Travels Of A Lifetime. (PG) Michael Palin revisits his fourth travel series that was inspired by the apparent emptiness of the desert.

9.20 Vikings. (Final, MA15+) Tragedy strikes for Ragnar’s sons.

10.20 Romulus. (MA15+) 11.15 SBS World News Late.

11.45 The Night Manager. (Masv, R) 12.35 MOVIE: White God. (2014, MA15+av, R, Hungary) 2.45 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 4.40 Destination Flavour: Japan 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. (PG) 7.30 Ambulance: Code Red. (M) A motorcyclist is thrown from his bike.

8.30 Miniseries: The Pembrokeshire Murders. (Ma) Part 1 of 3.

DS Steve Wilkins reinvestigates a notorious set of unsolved crimes.

10.30 The Latest: Seven News.

11.00 Criminal Confessions: She Never Came Home. (MA15+alv) A look at the case of Kenia Monge.

12.00 Robbie Coltrane’s Critical Evidence: Into Thin Air – David Gilroy. (Ma) 1.00 Code Black. (Ma, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Married At First Sight. (Mals) The social “experiment” continues.

9.00 Amazing Grace. (Premiere, Ma) A midwife’s world is turned upside down by the reappearance of the daughter she gave up for adoption.

10.00 New Amsterdam.

(Return, Mamv) The staff deal with the realities of the pandemic.

11.00 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

11.30 Chicago Med. (MA15+am) 12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.05 A Current Affair. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop.

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition.

5.30 Today.

6.00 WIN News.

6.30 The Project. The hosts and guest panellists take a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.

7.30 The Cube. Game show in which teams of two put their skills to the test by completing tasks in a perspex cube.

8.30 Bull. (Ma, R) In the wake of his health scare, Bull returns to work with a new rich client for the firm to represent, an insurance company that is being sued by a dying mother for denying coverage of her liver transplant.

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.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Doctor Who. 8.50 Devolution. 9.50 Restoration Australia. 10.50 How Australia Got Its Mojo. 11.50 Louis Theroux: Savile. 1.05am Parks And Recreation. 1.30 Reno 911! 1.50 W1A. 2.20 Zapped. 2.55 News Update. 3.00 Close. 5.00 Grandpa Honeyant. 5.05 Little Princess. 5.20 Sarah & Duck. 5.25 Hoot Hoot Go! 5.35 Late Programs.

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6am WorldWatch.

Noon Basketball. NBA. Boston Celtics v Washington Wizards. Replay. 2.00 Gaycation. 2.50 Gaycation Presents: Orlando. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.10 The Joy Of Painting. 5.40 Shortland Street. 6.05 Vs Arashi.

(Return) 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Wellington Paranormal. 9.00 MOVIE: The Gambler. (1974, M) 11.00 MOVIE: Mona Lisa. (1986, MA15+) 12.55am 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 Brit Cops. 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.

1.15am ICU. 2.00 Late Programs.

9GEM (52)

6am TV Shop. 7.00 Creflo.

7.30 TV Shop. 10.30 Ellen DeGeneres. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon New Tricks. 1.10 Days Of Our Lives. 2.05 The Young And The Restless. 3.00 Heartbeat. 4.00 Netball. Constellation Cup. Game 2. Australian Diamonds v New Zealand Silver Ferns.

6.00 Keeping Up Appearances. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.50 Midsomer Murders. 10.50 Late Programs.

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 Elementary. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. 10.20 NCIS. 12.10am Home Shopping. 2.10 CSI: Miami. 3.10 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 Instinct. 5.00 Star Trek: Voyager.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 1.50pm

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am The Man Who Knew Infinity. Continued. (2015, PG) 7.05 Tony Takitani. (2004, PG, Japanese) 8.35 Manje Bistre.

(2017, PG, Punjabi) 11.10 The Castle Of Cagliostro.

(1979, PG) 1.10pm Kundun. (1997, PG) 3.40 Date With An Angel. (1987, PG) 5.40 Maudie. (2016, PG) 7.50 Just A Breath Away. (2018, M, French) 9.30 A Fantastic Woman. (2017, M, Spanish) 11.25 Late Programs.

7MATE (73) 6am Morning Programs.

10.00 America’s Game. 11.00 A Football Life.

Noon Doomsday Preppers. 1.00 Ax Men. 2.00 Gold Fever. 3.00 Classic Restos: USA Edition. 3.30 Blokesworld. 4.00 Al McGlashan’s Fish’n With Mates. 4.30 Pawnography. 5.30 Storage Wars.

6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 The Simpsons. 9.00 Family Guy. 9.30 American Dad! 10.30 Family Guy. 11.00 Late Programs.

9GO! (53) 6am Children’s Programs.

11.00 Dance Moms. Noon Royal Pains. 1.00 The Mindy Project. 2.00 Say Yes To The Dress: Atlanta.

3.00 Malcolm. 4.00 Baywatch. 5.00 Knight Rider.

6.00 Malcolm. 7.00 The Nanny. 7.30 Paranormal Caught On Camera. 8.30 MOVIE: Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade. (1989, PG) 11.00 Police Ten 7. 11.30 The Nanny. Midnight Lethal Weapon. 1.00 The Horn. 2.00 Late Programs.

PEACH (82) 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. 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 2 Broke Girls. Midnight Home Shopping. 1.30 Medium. 3.30 Frasier. 4.30 Home Shopping.

Nulla Nulla. 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 Foreign Flavours. 6.30 Off The Grid With Pio. 7.00 Our Stories. 7.20 NITV News Update.

7.30 Faboriginal. 8.00 Drag Heals. 8.30 The Stars Will Do. 9.30 NITV News Update. 9.40 A Chance Affair. 10.40 Late Programs.

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WIN (8)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Australian Story. (R) 10.30 To Be Advised. 11.05 Australia Remastered.

(Final, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 1.30 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (R) 2.00 Rake. (Mlv, R) 3.00 ABC News Afternoons.

4.00 Antiques Roadshow. (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. (PG, R) 2.15 Royal Family: Scandals And Shame. (PG, R) 3.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PGa, R) 4.30 Great British Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise.

9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News.

12.00 MOVIE: Poseidon. (2006, Mav, R) 2.00 Criminal Confessions: Carlsbad. (Malv, R) 3.00 The Chase.

4.00 Seven News At 4.

5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News.

12.00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show. (PG) 1.00 Driving Test. (PGl, R) 1.30 Married At First Sight. (Mals, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News.

4.30 Millionaire Hot Seat.

5.30 Nine News Local.

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 My Market Kitchen. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. (R) 4.00 Farm To Fork. (PG) 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful.

5.00 10 News First.

6.00 The Drum.

6.55 Sammy J. (PG) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Back Roads: Eugowra, NSW. Heather Ewart visits Eugowra.

8.30 Q+A. Hosted by Hamish Macdonald.

9.35 Kurt Fearnley’s One Plus One. Long-form interview show.

10.05 Aussie Inventions That Changed The World: Communication. (PG) 10.55 ABC Late News.

11.30 Prince Harry’s Story: Four Royal Weddings. (PG, R) 12.15 Wentworth. (MA15+lv, R) 1.05 Killing Eve. (Mv, R) 1.50 Rage.

(MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Wentworth. (MA15+lv, R) 4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.25 Sammy J. (PG, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 The World’s Greatest Palaces: The Royal Palace Of Stockholm. (PG) A look at the Royal Palace of Stockholm.

8.30 Shadowplay. (Premiere) A NYPD cop heads to Berlin to help establish a civilian police force in the chaotic aftermath of the war.

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 24 Hours In Police Custody: Murder In The Woods Pt 2. (Malv, R) 11.55 The Good Fight. (Mal, R) 12.40 The Family Law. (Mls, R) 3.40 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour: Japan 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. (PG) 8.30 Wife Swap Australia. (PGl) A super strict mum and a carefree mum of 11 chaotic children swap lives.

9.45 Busted In Bangkok. (Mals) Follows Thailand’s tourist police as they deal with tourists from all over the world.

10.45 The Latest: Seven News.

11.15 Celebrity Obsessed: Christina Grimmie. (MA15+av) A look at the case of Christina Grimmie.

12.15 Kiss Bang Love. (PG, 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 A Current Affair.

7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo: Nala. (PG) Narrated by Naomi Watts.

8.30 The Equalizer. An enigmatic former CIA operative uses her extensive skills to help others.

9.30 Murder For Hire: The Other Woman. (Mlv) Explores the case of Kelly Gribeluk who asked a friend to assist in hiring a hitman.

10.30 Nine News Late.

11.00 Manifest. (Mav) 11.50 New Amsterdam. (MA15+amv, R) 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop.

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.00 WIN News.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news.

7.30 Bondi Rescue. Will and Mario investigate a body sighting.

8.00 Territory Cops. A cop answers a distressed call from two girls.

8.30 Gogglebox. TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows.

9.30 Law & Order: SVU. (Ma) A judge railroads Dominick by dismissing the rape case of a university student for his own political gain.

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. 9.25 Hard Quiz. 9.55 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. 10.25 You Can’t Ask That. 10.55 David Attenborough: Kingdom Of Plants. 11.45 Parks And Recreation. 12.05am Reno 911! 12.30 W1A. 1.00 Zapped. 1.30 QI. 2.00 Brassic. 2.45 News Update.

2.50 Close. 5.05 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

Noon Basketball. NBA. Philadelphia 76ers v Indiana Pacers. Replay. 2.00 Gaycation. 3.45 WorldWatch.

5.10 NBL: Overtime. 5.40 Shortland Street. 6.10 Taskmaster Norway. (Premiere) 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 The Curse Of Oak Island. 9.20 American Runestone: A Viking Mystery. (Premiere) 10.10 Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. (Return) 11.05 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 Brit Cops. 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: Home Shopping. 7.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. 7.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 10.30 The Ellen DeGeneres Show. 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 Antiques Roadshow. 3.20 MOVIE: Outcast Of The Islands. (1951, PG) 5.20 Heartbeat. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.40 Poirot. 10.55 Late Programs.

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NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. Noon

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am The Castle Of Cagliostro. Continued. (1979, PG) 6.45 Date With An Angel. (1987, PG) 8.45 Maudie. (2016, PG) 10.55 Manje Bistre. (2017, PG, Punjabi) 1.30pm The Man Who Knew Infinity. (2015, PG) 3.30 Toast. (2010, PG) 5.15 Kundun. (1997, PG) 7.45 Adam. (2019, M) 9.30 Carol. (2015, M) 11.40 Just A Breath Away.

(2018, M, French) 1.20am Walk With Me. (2016, MA15+, Danish) 3.20 Late Programs.

7MATE (73) 6am Morning Programs.

10.00 America’s Game. 11.00 A Football Life. Noon Doomsday Preppers. 1.00 Ax Men. 2.00 Gold Fever. 3.00 The Simpsons. 4.00 Al McGlashan’s Fish’n With Mates. 4.30 Pawnography. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 MOVIE: Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes Of Grindelwald. (2018, M) 10.30 MOVIE: Universal Soldier. (1992, MA15+) 12.50am Late Programs.

9GO! (53) 6am Children’s Programs.

11.00 Dance Moms. Noon Royal Pains. 1.00 The Mindy Project. 2.00 Say Yes To The Dress: Atlanta.

3.00 Malcolm. 4.00 Baywatch. 5.00 Knight Rider. 6.00 Malcolm. 7.00 The Nanny. 7.30 Young Sheldon. 8.30 MOVIE: Indiana Jones And The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull. (2008, M) 11.00 Young Sheldon. Midnight Lethal Weapon. 1.00 Xtreme Collxtion. 2.00 Late Programs.

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A Chance Affair. 1.00 Characters Of Broome. 2.00 Going Places. 3.00 Wapos Bay. 3.25 Bushwhacked!

3.55 Little J And Big Cuz. 4.00 Musomagic. 4.30 Move It Mob Style. 5.00 Fraggle Rock. 6.00 Going Bush. 6.30 Off The Grid With Pio. 7.00 Our Stories.

7.20 NITV News Update. 7.30 Faboriginal. 8.00 Drag Heals. 8.30 MOVIE: Boys Don’t Cry. (1999, MA15+) 10.30 News. 10.40 Late Programs.

6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Star Trek: The Next Generation. 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 Elementary. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 Hawaii Five-0. 9.30 L.A.’s Finest. 10.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. 11.30 Sherlock Holmes: Elementary.

12.30am Shopping. 2.00 Late Programs.

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. 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.

Friday, 26 February, 2021 NOOSA TODAY 27

PUZZLES No. 017

To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: each of the nine vertical columns, each of the nine horizontal rows and each of the nine 3 x 3 boxes. Remember, no number can occur more than once in any row, column or box.

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NEWS

Green light for Anzac Day Queensland’s Anzac Day commemorations will proceed as normal.

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announced this week that dawn services, marches and other commemorations can go ahead.

The Premier gave credit for the decision to Queensland’s success in stopping the spread of COVID-19.

“Every single Queenslander responded to the call to stop the spread of the virus,” the Premier said.

“That has allowed us to ease our restrictions further and faster throughout the pandemic.

“It means we can gather in our streets and at cenotaphs to mark the sacrifices of previous generations, serving men and women and their families.

“This freedom should be commemorated and never forgotten.

“I discussed Anzac Day with Dr Young and she is fully supportive of allowing crowds back to mark this special day.”

Outdoor events including dawn services will proceed without the need for check-in procedures.

Indoor events, such at RSL Clubs, will require normal sign-ins.

The Premier said Dr Young was confident, should contact tracing be required, those attending services would step forward.

RSL Queensland State President Tony Ferris

Raising the flag applauded the decision.

“The RSL is overjoyed,” he said.

“The communities and our veterans will be able to step out with their comrades so a great day for Queensland.”

RSL South-eastern Sub-branch President Kerry Gallagher said it allowed the community to show their respect to service men and women and their families.

“Veterans get together one day a year and

Dawn ceremony march down the streets of their town, the one they gave service to, and be able to catch up with their mates,” he said.

The 2019 commemorations were crowdfree events because of the risk of spreading COVID. The popular ‘Light Up the Dawn’ initiative will continue.

The Premier said the return of other Anzac services allowed the community to pay further

respect to servicemen, service women and their families.

“Marches and dawn services allow servicemen and women and their families the opportunity to gather together,” the Premier said.

“It also allows us in the general community to show our respect and thanks.

“I am pleased this special day can return as it was.

“Lest we forget.”

Local champions flying the flag for fair, clean food A locally run food program that promotes good, clean and fair food is entering its fifth successful year with more than 40 local farmers, food artisans, chefs, restaurants, and schoolchildren from across the region.

The ‘Snail of Approval’ is a recognition program for food producers, artisans, retail outlets, restaurants and cafes who demonstrate a philosophy of adopting earth friendly practices.

Businesses need to be able to demonstrate a reduction in the use of chemicals, use of local and low food mile ingredients, preserving vanishing animal breeds and plant varieties, animal friendly practices, support of small producers, striving to create food that is Good, Clean and Fair.

Locally run by volunteers, participants of the ‘Snail of Approval’ program are hand-selected by Slow Food Noosa to recognise those most passionate about growing, producing and supporting local in line with the global Slow Food philosophy.

Slow Food Noosa President, Jason Lewis said the program gave participants the ability to think globally but act locally and continues to attract dedicated participants from all over the Noosa region and surrounds.

“In these post-COVID times, now more than ever is the time to be eating as locally and seasonally as we can so we are extremely proud of all our program participants for en-

suring our philosophy is firmly embedded in their businesses,” Jason said.

“It’s an honour to recognise those who are taking the time and effort to create and grow good, clean and fair food - and the chefs, restaurants, cafes and food producers who support and showcase our local, seasonal and ethical food,” he said.

Mr Lewis said the accredited program puts the local region on the global map with the Slow Food network reaching more than one million supporters in 160 countries.

Local chef and Slow Food Veteran, Matt Golinski has found the program particularly useful when sourcing local produce for his restaurant The View at Peppers Resort Noosa.

“It’s really important for us to support our local farmers and producers because not only do we get to know these true champions of local food but it’s our support that puts food on the very tables of these hard- working farmers who grow it,” he said.

“Slow Food is a way of life and a very big part of my personal and professional life so I believe in educating the community and young children in our region about the origins of their food to ensure a life of positive and healthy food choices.

“We hope to share our knowledge and food traditions with these future generations and in particular, the ethical morals that supporting farmers and producers who nurture,

Slow Food Noosa honours local producers at View by Matt Golinkski. grow and maintain our local food supply is the best way that they can give back to their community.”

The ‘Snail of Approval’ program was first launched by Slow Food Noosa in 2017, which is part of an international network of more than one million supporters from more than 160 countries that seek to acknowledge and encourage good, clean and fair food.

The Australian-first program, now in its third year is a globally recognised program that has not only put place Noosa businesses on the Slow Food map, but locally it provides a quality assurance guide for residents and visitors on the producers, chefs, restaurants and food outlets who are the local leaders in following the Slow Food philosophy.

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Where our people meet

By Erle Levey It’s a meeting place, a splash of colour, somewhere to select fresh fruit and vegetables, home-grown produce, fruit drinks and pastries ... Noosa Farmers Market is a place for all seasons, all reasons.

How many times have we crossed the old humpback bridge over Weyba Creek through the years?

It was the gateway to Noosa late 1960s.

Noosa Sound had not been developed at that stage.

Over time it has been reconstructed as a footbridge so the history has been preserved.

People fish from the bridge. Stand-up paddle-boarders glide by. Others sit on the creek bank and reflect.

Walking to Noosa Farmers Markets on Sunday I looked fondly back on those days.

Australian Rules Football had kicked off at the oval. In time, Noosa Arts established itself there as well.

The walk through Weyba Creek Conservation Park is a peaceful pocket of Noosa. Birds twitter, there’s the rustle of the breeze in the trees.

The market has been running for more than 20 years and is rated among the best in the country.

There are the sights and tempting smells - everything from fresh turmeric and ginger to French or Portuguese pastries, from local cheeses to smoked meats, pestos and pickles, olives and antipasto selections.

Home-made jams and chutneys, freshlybaked breads, and of course fruit and vegetables, much of it organically grown in the region.

Stall-holders share the stories of where and how they grow their produce or carry out their crafts.

Persimmons are in season and you can seek out the exotic dragonfruit - the red ones taste best in my opinion.

There’s local honey and free-range eggs, cane juice as well as fresh-squeezed fruit juices, and of course a morning would not be complete without a coffee.

It’s a relaxed atmosphere set under the shade of the trees and with the stalls selling cut flowers as well as potted plants.

A slice of Noosa to be enjoyed on any Sunday.

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The art of tent making After a year of largely online lectures, ADFAS (Australian Decorative & Fine Arts Society) Noosa, is delighted to return next month with face-to-face lectures delivered by Australian professionals in their field.

The tentmakers of Cairo will be its first lecture in a diverse program of eight lectures to be presented from March to October, ADFAS chair Denise Turkington said.

Denise said the presenters had been chosen for their communication skills and expert knowledge in their field.

Lecturer Julie Bowker lived for four years in Cairo and worked closely with the Egyptian tentmakers - men who do superb fine appliqué panels which were originally used to line tents.

“The art is dying and the Tentmaker’s Street which had 247 skilled master in 1979 is now down to 45,” Julie said. “Collections are not held anywhere in Egypt yet the work is stunning and beautiful.“ Jenny has taken exhibitions to Australia, France and Spain and will talk about the history and development

of the Tentmakers’ applique.

The Tentmakers of Cairo lecture will be held at 4pm on Saturday 13 March at St Mary’s Church, 17 William St, Tewantin and conducted in accordance with Queensland Health Covid safe requirements. After the lecture members and guests are invited to meet with the lecturer over a glass of wine and canapés.

New members and guests/visitors are always welcome. Enquiries should be made to Joan Trusler on 0436 323 776 or E: trusler. joan@gmail.com

Lecturer Julie Bowker

Noosa Eat & Drink Autumn Fare program announced With more events, more often in 2021, the Noosa Eat & Drink Festival’s Autumn Fare is dishing up some exciting seasonal events across four days from 12-14 March 2021.

The bespoke events have been curated by some of Noosa’s best venues! From long lunches, live music and picnics and paellas, there are plenty of reasons to book your Noosa holiday and enjoy a weekend of Autumn Fare!

Friday 12 March, 11:30am; Duck and Pinot Noir. Indulge in Duck and Pinot Noir with a hint of chocolate at Gusto’s signature four course luncheon curated by head chef Michael Trask. Rest assured that you will be spoiled by the Gusto team while you soak in the uninterrupted views of the Noosa River. $119.

Friday 12 March, 12.00pm - 3.00pm; Autumn Harvest Long Lunch by Black Ant Gourmet. Mingle with food lovers while chatting to producers from the local region all while enjoying a long lunch in the country. $95.

Friday 12 March, 12.00pm - 3.00pm; Craggy Range & Taittinger Champagne Lunch.

Enjoy a four course lunch featuring New Zealand’s Craggy Range wines and Taittinger Champagne. $159.

Friday 12 March, 6.00pm; Queensland Heritage Dinner. Indulge in a wonderful evening of food and wine presented by Matt Golinski’s View Restaurant, Phillip Johnson’s Ecco Brisbane, Andy Wilcox’s Peppers Noosa Resort and one of Australia’s highly celebrated female chefs, Gillian Hirst. Guests are guaranteed an entertaining evening full of fun, with some surprise live performances included too. $155.

Saturday 13 March, 10.00am - 4.00pm; Meet the Makers on the Rail Trail. Wind your way through the beautiful Noosa Hinterland while enjoying the local food and rail experience. You will arrive at the historic Gympie station where you will indulge in lunch featuring seasonal local produce from growers and producers in the Mary Valley region. You will then board the Red Rocket train to taste local cheese and wine at Dagun Station followed by local chocolate and strawberries at Amamoor. $180.

Saturday 13 March, 11.30am - 2.30pm; La Vida Lunch Experience. Enjoy a cocktail style lunch at La Vida! Matching wines will accompany a range of delicious canapes and fresh seafood. From freshly shucked Tasmanian Pacific oysters to Flinders Island crayfish pots and local crabs accompanied by sparkling ros¨¦ and finishing with freshly cooked crepe suzettes by La Vida’ waiters served with Tasmanian Hellfire limoncello, this is one not to miss! $155.

Saturday 13 March, 11:30am; Duck and Pinot Noir. Indulge in Duck and Pinot Noir with a hint of chocolate at Gusto’s signature four course luncheon curated by head chef Michael Trask. Rest assured that you will be spoiled by the Gusto team while you soak in the uninterrupted views of the Noosa River. $119.

Saturday 13 March, 12.00pm - 5.00pm; Miss Moneypenny’s Famous Bottomless Lunch. Included in the bottomless lunch with a 2-hour beverage package of selected cocktails, Spritzers, bubbles, wine and beer.

From $95

Saturday 13 March, 12.30pm; XO Goes to Tassie. Grab your first-class ticket to Tassie!

Indulge in a four course lunch with matching wines introduced by Travis Watson from Red + White. $125.

Sunday 14 March, 11.30am. Celebration of Queensland at Locale. Guest chef Spencer Patrick of Harrisons Restaurant Port Douglas will join Locale’s Chef Chris Hagan to curate a menu celebrating Queensland. Enjoy a cocktail on arrival and a delicious four course lunch with matched wines. $190.

Sunday 14 March, 12.00pm. A Day on the Riviera. The French and Tuscan Riviera come to Noosa Waterfront! Enjoy a magnificent 5 course lunch, complemented with wines by Veuve Clicquot and Antinori wine, a 26th generation wine maker from Tuscany. $185.

Sunday 14 March, 12.30pm; Autumn Paella Fiesta at Cooloola Berries. If Paella, Sangria, Tapas and Music sounds good to you then head on out to Cooloola Berries farm to enjoy a Paella feast. $49 for two

CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY 2021 Come On Noosa – Sunday 7TH March

Step up to Clean up Volunteers needed to help Clean up Noosa, you can help by registering at one of these sites from 8am to 11am on Sunday 7th March.

Boreen Point

Apollonian Hotel

Cooroy

Car Park opposite Butter Factory

Cooran

Rec Club grounds

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Federal State School

Kin Kin

Community Hall

Noosaville

Thomas Street boat ramp

Noosa North Shore

Noosa Ferry north ramp

Peregian Beach

Surf Club

Pomona

Memorial Hall

Sunrise Beach

Shopping Centre

Sunshine Beach

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Your help will be much appreciated and you can join us for a free burger and cold drink at Noosaville Lions Park afterwards. Volunteers should wear enclosed shoes, hat, gloves and sunscreen.

For more info contact NICA on 5449 9650 or admin@noosariver.com.au SPONSORED IN NOOSA BY:

Community Project Grant • Open to not-for-profit organisations for eligible projects, programs, events, building works and equipment.

Conditions apply.

Environment Project Grant • Open to not-for-profit organisations for eligible projects, programs, events. Conditions apply.

Regional Arts Development Fund • Offered in partnership with the Queensland Government • Open to not-for-profit organisations, businesses and individuals for eligible arts sector projects, programs, events and professional development. Conditions apply.

Open date – 9am, 3 March 2021 Close date – Noon, 14 April 2021 For more information, email: grants@noosa.qld.gov.au or phone: (07) 5329 6437

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Robin’s famous enough

By Margaret Maccoll He’s worked with some of the most famous stars in London and Hollywood, become a familiar face on the small screen and created some of the popular comedy plays in Britain but the Sunshine Coast’s Robin Hawdon considers himself to be only almost famous.

The behind the scenes stories from Robin Hawdon’s 60-year career from novelist and West End playwright to soap actor, beef cake film star and Hamlet to director of one of England’s foremost theatres have been revealed in a recently released book of his memoirs titled Almost Famous.

Robin recently spoke to Noosa Today about his extraordinary career that began as he pursued concurrent careers as an actor and playwright in England’s “swinging sixties”.

“We didn’t think it was anything special at the time,” he said. “That term wasn’t coined at the time.“ After studying at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art alongside stars including Albert Finney, Susannah York, Peter O’Toole, Edward Fox and Dianna Rigg, Robin made his way into the difficult profession of acting.

Robin does not consider himself famous but in his early 20s he became a well known face to British television viewers through his regular appearances in series such as Compact, Flying Swan, Robin’s Nest and later on in Chalk and Cheese with co-star Michael Crawford.

He had leading roles in London’s West End, played classical roles including Hamlet and starred in a number of films including a James Bond spoof, Zeta One, and When Dinosaurs Ruled the World.

The spoof almost scored him billing as the next James Bond when the search was on after a disappointing performance by George Lazenby.

He was called up to meet with two cigarsmoking Hollywood producers who looked him over and agreed they “should give the kid a (screen) test”.

As he waited anxiously two weeks passed, then another two weeks, then it was announced in the newspaper that Roger Moore was going to be the next James Bond.

In hindsight he believes it was for the best.

“Acting is good fun when you’re young and fancy free,” he said. “You never know where you’re going to be. It’s not a healthy profession.”

The cave man meets dinosaur flick gained a cult following that his co-star Victoria Vetri continues to keep alive through regular guest appearances.

The hunky Homo sapien role also didn’t make him a mega-star. But Robin does admit he became “quite well known” for his plays.

Robin wrote his first play at the age of 18 and continued to write throughout his 20 years of acting after which he opted to quit the stage and screen and take up a more secure lifestyle, moving to Bath with his wife, actor and psychoanalyst Sheila Davies, to run the Bath Theatre Royal.

“The acting profession is largely overcrowded,” he said. “ The vast majority, 90 per cent, struggle for a year or two then become washed up, do other things and are never heard of again. At any one time 80 per cent of actors are out of work. If you do get in you get all in all the time.”

The life of a playwright was challenging for Robin in different ways. There were ups and downs, things going wrong, actors walking out, he said.

His early plays Barn Dance, The Secret and The Hero were run at venues such as The Hampstead Theatre and the Edinburgh and Salzburg festivals.

And research for his work often put him in touch with some famous faces. While writing his political saga, The Hero, he wanted firsthand experience from someone experienced in the Cabinet.

“Someone said you need someone retired.

Why not approach Harold Macmillan who had just retired as Prime Minister,” he said. To his surprise he agreed.

“I spent the best part of a day with him. He gave me a good deal of information and advice,” he said.

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Robin Hawdon in When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth. “knock off a quick comedy” but it wasn’t the instant hit he’d imagined.

It was eight years before someone agreed to run The Mating Game which became his first major commercial success, achieving a long run at London’s Apollo Theatre.

“That established me as a comedy writer,” he said.

This was followed by his farce, Don’t Dress for Dinner, a huge success that played for six years in London and subsequently on Broadway. His comedy Birthday Suite has played on and off for more than 35 years across Europe. Even more popular was his comedy Perfect Wedding which continues to play across the world.

Despite his comedic success Robin considers himself to be “not instinctively funny”.

It’s hard work writing comedy and explains why many famous British comedy series such as Fawlty Towers just run out of material, he said.

“With good comedy you’ve got to have a joke every other line.”

But serious plays come with their own difficulties.

Robin had an idea for a play based on Stephen Hawkins book, A History of Time, that explores the whole of modern science and lays claim to being the book with the most sales that no one’s ever finished.

He wanted to explain this science, writing it around Hawkins extraordinary life.

“I had four in the cast. The main character was God,” he said, and God’s existence was in question.

God, played by Robert Hardy, took on various disguises playing Newton, Einstein and even The Queen, in a very funny scene.

Robin had “high hopes” for the play but during the year it was being developed Hawkins left his wife and married his chief nurse. Robin said the new wife was very protective of her husband and came out against the play. There was a furore in the media, he said. In the end the play didn’t go to London.

As the director of the Bath Theatre Royal, Robin took on a role that oversaw the 1000seat theatre which was magnificent, having been refurbished, and brought Hollywood’s famous to his door, being the ideal place for plays to have a run before going to London.

“That was when I started meeting all the Hollywood stars,” he said.

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Robin Hawdon in Robin’s Nest

Robin Hawdon at Sunshine Beach.

“There was a great move to bring across ageing Hollywood stars and put them in a London play. It was hugely successful.”

Al Pacino, Dustin Hoffman, Anthony Hopkins, Lauren Bacall hit the theatre with red carpet openings, an after theatre party and plenty of stories, which you’ll need to read the book to discover.

Robin and Sheila discovered Sunshine Beach 20 years ago when his youngest daughter phoned home to say she was marrying an Australian and going to live in Australia.

“That’s a good excuse to come to Australia,” he said.

They initially rented a place about 50 metres from their home for a family holiday and after returning for numerous trips decided to buy.

As luck would have it the couple was at their Sunshine Beach home when COVID19 shut down theatres and travel across the world.

Robin thought there was no point writing a play with theatres in lockdown so he put together the many funny stories from his life into a book originally as a record for family but now Almost Famous is available through Amazon, the Book Depository and Annie’s Books at Peregian.

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Traffic At Odds With Biosphere Your article in Noosa Today (February 19) dealing with traffic congestion doesn’t sit well with the slogan “Enter the Biosphere” and suggests that, for Hastings Street at least, people may have difficulty entering as well as leaving.

As I understand it, the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve involves helping people to interact with the environment to ensure that biodiversity is conserved and economic development is socially and environmentally sustainable.

The spectacle of traffic jams in Hastings Street and other parts of Noosa in peak periods contradicts this philosophy. As well, all that traffic will make it impossible to achieve zero net carbon emissions by 2026, an important goal for ZEN (Zero Emissions Noosa) and makes a mockery of Noosa’s declaration of a Climate Emergency - the first, and so far, the only Council in Queensland to do so.

Noosa could perhaps seek inspiration from overseas destinations which have successfully managed this vexing issue of traffic congestion. One such example is the Swiss village of Zermatt. Nestled at the foot of the celebrated Matterhorn, it has the same fame amongst ski-enthusiasts and mountaineers in Europe as Noosa has for surfers and beach-goers in Australia. Just as Noosa Heads is constrained by ocean, river and national park, Zermatt is constrained by the Alps, meaning that the only way in is also the only way out - congestion guaranteed.

Rather than arriving by motor vehicle, most visitors to Zermatt take a rack-assisted train from the valley below. The entire town is a carfree zone, with only electric vehicles allowed for commerce, and combustion-engine vehicles allowed only for construction and emergency vehicles and the like. There are electric shuttles, buses and taxis to help visitors move around. The road to Zermatt, winding up from the valley, is a delight for cyclists as is the town centre.

Noosa’s solution to traffic congestion must have a similar approach - drastically reduce the use of private motor-vehicles and dramatically increase quality of life for visitors and residents alike. Council must take bold steps in the short-term to retain Noosa’s magic and desirability as a prime tourist destination in the long-term.

John Burrows, Lake Macdonald

LETTERS

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Safe Borders Thankfully, the $3.5 million spent per year is keeping us and our borders safe from the Biloela Four - Mother, Father and their 2 preschool girls locked away on Christmas Island for nearly 3 years now - $10.5 million so far.

How good’s that? Thoughts and praise?

Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach

Utter Disgrace I have lived close to the Noosa Shire for over 20 years, I chose to retire to the Sunshine Coast because it had so much to offer in those days. So-called “Progress” has gradually been ruining many of the most important features such as the destruction of forests and wildlife habitat. I totally agree with J.Davies of Noosaville (Noosa Today 19/2/21) that the present Council should be ashamed of the destruction that is going on in Walter Hay Drive. What has happened to the principles of former Councils who have fought so hard to keep Noosa a beautiful place to live? Instead it appears that another Gold Coast is planned for Noosa Shire.

Not only has wildlife been destroyed and displaced, Noosa’s carbon footprint has increased considerably by bulldozing these trees adding yet more CO2 to the atmosphere. All this for more shops, offices and storage buildings which are not needed when so many are already vacant.

C.Hartley, Verrierdale

Angela Farnsworth took this photo recently at Noosa River where pelicans, gulls, terns, herons and egrets gather for a free feed of fish scraps from a local who comes at different times of the week enjoying the wildlife and why not give the local wildlife a helping hand too.

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I Know Nothing Hogans Heroes and the unforgettable Sgt Schultz and his “I know nothing“ comes to mind when Scott Morrison is put in a compromising situation. Especially with a question that as PM he should have first hand knowledge of all that includes his ministers and especially any misdemeanours they are

involved in or are aware of.

But its now pretty obvious if he doesn’t know the answer or how to deal with them his wife Jenny does.

Behind every succesful woman is a know nothing man.

Ernest Wright, Sunrise Beach

GreenPower for home

By Zero Emissions Noosa Want to do your bit to help the planet? You can reduce your household or business emissions by buying GreenPower from your electricity retailer.This means buying renewable energy that meets strict criteria and supports renewable energy generation. Your electricity retailer adds your Greenpower to the grid on your behalf, so you can buy GreenPower if you own or rent a property.

Michael and his family rent a unit in Noosaville. “Built in the 1980s, it isn’t equipped with solar, or energy efficient fittings, like a lot of rental units in the area,” said Michael.

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Michael continued: “We felt confident our electricity retailer was sourcing enough renewable electricity (GreenPower) and/or had offsets for our electricity consumption to be properly zero emissions. Their zero emissions program invests in Australian revegetation projects, and an energy efficient cook stove project in Kenya. We are very happy to support these projects through our $1 per week. The cost of having zero emissions for our family’s electricity consumption is only a few percent of our annual electricity bill”.

“For larger families in bigger residential properties, the relative cost is even less - perhaps only one to two percent of the annual electricity bill,” Michael said. “Most energy retailers provide this kind of zero emissions Greenpower product. You can find that information on their websites”.

Michael also advised readers to choose a GreenPower program backed up by an independent and credible verification and certification process like the Australian Government’s Climate Active initiative.

Case Study: Emissions Reduction in action at tomato farm Peter Seghers is passionate about his vine-ripened tomatoes grown locally at his Doonan farm. Reducing emissions is the way of the farm in its seven days a week, 7am to 7pm operation.

“It was a natural choice for our company, Noosa Reds, to invest in solar panels, solar hot water and an electric vehicle used for deliveries,” says Peter. “Payback was quick, with the solar running the irrigation pumps during the day. When the original panels were paid for, we bought an electric car and solar hot water. We use all the solar electricity we produce during

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the day and only at night do we use the grid to keep fridges and lights operating. Our solar investment is giving us a good return, and now we are thinking batteries, so it’s very worthwhile to do the investment. I would recommend every business to do it.”

Peter says for every problem, nature provides an answer. No chemicals or pharmaceuticals are used on the farm and he maintains that it shows in the taste and quality of the fruit. “What’s more important than looking after the environment? We have to leave behind a place that our grandchildren can enjoy.”

KEY DRIVER FOR INSTALLING SOLAR Peter says he installed solar due to high electricity costs, and because the business has an overall emissions reduction approach, he wanted to reduce his use of fossil fuels.

BUSINESS TYPE Farming, 7 days a week, 7am to 7pm LOCATION 39a Beddington Road, Doonan DATE INSTALLED 2014 - 8 kW & 2018 - 6 kW SIZE 14kW

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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. More information and bookings https://www.zeroemissionsnoosa.com.au/ This free event is supported by Noosa Council.

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Mayor Clare Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart

All go for Council in 2021 We are well and truly flying through the first few months of 2021. The Hinterland Adventure Playground is ‘all-a-go’ after Council unanimously awarded a $3.76m contract to Aspect Contractors to design this new state of the art ‘all abilities’ Playground in Cooroy with parking and toilet facilities being developed as part of a separate tender process. Concept designs for the playground include a double flying fox, climbing tower with slide, climbing structure and swings. Council received $2.78m of funding from the State Government for this project for which we are very grateful. Completion is set down for December 2021 and I for one am certainly looking forward to taking my children there.

Wonderful news for ratepayers with the Orealla Bridge replacement coming in nearly $3 million under budget which is a great win for our community. This huge saving and complex build is an absolute credit to all contractors involved and to council staff who coordinated the project. Council worked closely with the Federal Government and construc-

tion contractors SGQ as well as local suppliers including TOD Consulting Engineers who produced the bridge design and NEACH who supplied the pedestrian handrails for the project. The project generated over 50 local jobs and involved 34 suppliers many of which were local. The project was funded on a 50/50 basis between the Federal government through their Bridges Renewal Program and the Noosa Council and we are very grateful for the Australian Government’s contribution and support. The bridge now has a 166-tonne rating and a life span of 100 years.

The popular ‘Go Noosa’ is back for Easter.

Council’s free buses including the loop service will run again from 2 April 2021-18 April 2021.

These buses were incredibly well received during the Christmas period and it was fantastic to see that of those surveyed more than half were locals (58%) who were making use of the buses and more than 95% of free bus passengers were either very satisfied or satisfied with their bus trip. Around 5000 motorists made use of the paid parking area at Noosa Heads Lions Park

managed by the Lions Club and we received around $93,000.00 which will be split between Council and the Lions Club, a wonderful charitable organisation in our area. Over Easter, free bus services during the Go Noosa period will include the 626, 627, 628, 629 and 632 plus the temporary 064 Peregian Beach to Noosa Heads service. As well as this the Noosa Ferry will also return for Easter and put simply, this is a wonderful way to travel and get out and about in our magnificent Shire.

Council’s ‘Grants, Nibbles and Network’ night is returning. Council runs these events to help connect community organisations with information about grant funding opportunities that are available. Added to this they are also a great way for members of community organisations to get to know one another and network. The next event is being held on 4 March 2021 from 5:00pm-7:30pm with speakers being from Noosa Council, The Gambling Community Benefit Fund, Bendigo Bank, Unity Water, Tourism Noosa and The Cooroy Rag. Each speaker will talk about grants that their

COMMUNITY UPDATES NOOSATODAY.COM.AU PLANT SALE Community gardeners will holds a plant sale on Friday 26 February 8am at Noosa Community Garden, Earl Street, Tewantin with plants for sale from $2 and all funds going towards the improvement of the garden.

The group come together every Friday at Noosa Community Garden, Earl Street, Tewantin. (next door to Tait Duke Cottage). All welcome. For more information phone 0409 300 007.

TEWANTIN-NOOSA RSL WOMEN’S AUXILIARY The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa RSL Women’s Auxiliary will be held on Friday 5 March at the Tewantin-Noosa RSL at 10am for 10-30am start. Members and friends welcome. Please Phone Kay on 5447 5042.

ARTS & CRAFTS Learn to crochet workshops with Janelle Turley for members and non-members - Wednesdays and Saturdays 9.30-11.30am. Eco-dye workshop on Sunday 21 March, 9.30 am - 1.30 pm, with tutor Coralee Asker. Members $55/Nonmembers $65.

Pen and wash workshop starts Tuesday 6 April for 4 weeks, 9 am - 12 noon, with tutor Lizzie Connor. Members $95/Nonmembers $115. Felt pod workshop on Thursday 8 April, 9.30 am - 1.30 pm, with tutor Coralee Asker.

Members $55/Non-members $65 (bookings required on all workshops). Noosa Shire Arts & Crafts Association is a centre for creativity, learning & friendship. New members

welcome. Phone 5474 1211; Email: create@ noosaartsandcrafts.org.au; Web: https://noosaartsandcrafts.org.au.

TAP CLASSES Always wanted to tap? Here’s your chance to start from the basics. Classes commence next week on Thursday 4 March, 2 - 3pm at the Catholic Church Hall, Moorindil St, Tewantin.

Phone Helen for more details on 0448 621 788.

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 email info@noosapickleballclub.com

SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCING AT POMONA Every Tuesday evening from 7-9.30 pm Pat and Norm Young organise a Social evening at the Pomona Memorial School of Arts Hall. 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.

NPA FRIDAY FORUM International award-winning conservation photojournalist Paul Hilton will be the guest speaker on February 26 at the NPA Environment Centre. Due to unforeseen circumstanc-

organisations offer and others that are available. Attendance can be either in person at Council or you can dial in, but registration is required either way. Please go to: https://www. eventbrite.com.au/e/grants-networking-nibbles-night-tickets-140016036735 Finally, our ‘Connecting Noosa’ programs continue to flourish. These activities are aimed at boosting residents’ health, and wellbeing and are creative activities and classes for our over 65’s. The African drumming during February proved an absolute hit. ‘Connecting Noosa’ is a Noosa Council initiative to support residents to connect with friends and make new ones by participating in free community activities. To find out more and download a program please see Council’s website https://www.noosa.qld.gov.au/connectingnoosa There’s a heap to do and a lot going on so please get out and about, make use of the activities and programs Council are providing and enjoy our beautiful Shire.

Until next month, stay safe, Clare.

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es, the previously advertised talk from AWC will be delayed until later in the year. Paul will share his love of wildlife and underwater photography, which has been the subject of his many awards, and has been the reason for his extensive travels and conservation campaigns.

In October 2020, Paul received the Wildlife Photojournalist Story of the Year Award: presented by the Natural History of London.

The forum will be at the Environment Centre 5 Wallace Drive Noosaville, for limited numbers owing to COVID restrictions. To come to the EC, it is essential to pre-register.

Entry is $5 by ‘tap & go’ at the door. Go to www.noosaparks.org.au for the registration link. Please note if you have already registered for the previously advertised forum on Feb 26, then you are registered for Paul Hilton.

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.

U3A NOOSA FRIDAY TALKS U3A noosa Friday Talks are held at 1.30 pm at U3A, 64 Poinciana Ave. Tewantin. Friday 26 February: Dr Irene Rogers: Eugenics in Australia.

Friday 5 March: Arnold Kopff: Armchair travel - Burma Full details available on U3A website www.u3anoosa.com.au/ or contact Reception on 5440 5500.

Meals on Wheels Monday Drivers: Rotary Daybreak, Tony, Darryl, Andrew, Matthew & Maricia, Alice, Patricia, Martina, Jason Kitchen: Martina, Len, Geoff, Stephen Tuesday Drivers: Alice, Liz, Tania & Friends, Margret & Jill, Denise, Madie & Terry Barani & Peter, Gary, Simone & Chris Kitchen: Christine, Loz, Jo Wednesday Drivers: Driver Needed for A run, Victor & Tatiana, Gary, Jennifer & Martin, Jan & Bryan, Sarah & Paul, Driver Needed for G run, Roz, Simone & Chris Kitchen: Judi, John, Richard, Denise Thursday Drivers: Mark, Darryl, Anne, Donna & Julie, Justin, Sharon & Jan, Barani & Peter, Lucky, Victor & Tatiana Kitchen: Kath, Loz, Alison, Sharon, Donal Friday Drivers: Driver needed for A run, Victor & Tatiana, Susie & Noel, Jean & Janet, Lynne & John, Lynette & John, William & Denise, Dee, Julie B Kitchen: 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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Mamma Mia in Noosa This time last year Noosa Arts Theatre was a curtain call away from staging arguably the most popular musical of all time. Seen by more than 60 million people worldwide, the feel good musical MAMMA MIA! was all but ready to go.

Then Covid hit.

We all know what happened next.

Now barely 12 months later, Noosa Arts Theatre is back with the big one. After recasting six crucial parts because some of the original cast were no longer available, David Williams, the original Director from last year, has been honing and shaping 26 dedicated and talented men and women into the perfect vessels for ABBA’s enduring music.

After assembling an already completed set, bar the odd extra rustic stool or meticulously painted Greek island backdrop, there is an excited hum amongst the cast and crew.

Jo Hendrie is Donna Sheridan, a Donna with a beautifully heart-rending and powerful voice. Her rendition of “The Winner Takes It All” will leave you in breathless, silent admiration.Frank Wilkie is Sam, the architect and one potential father to Donna’s daughter Sophie, played by Teyla Brim. Frank’s Sam is a likeable rogue but with an enduring soft spot for Donna.Bill, played by original cast member Danny Fritz, will have you shouting for him to “Take a Chance” on Stephanie Larmans’ Rosie, one of Donna’s best friends, who will win you over with her honesty and fine voice. The chemistry between these two is palpable.Harry, played by relative newcomer to Noosa Arts Theatre, Robert Boesch, is like your favourite uncle, kind and polite. Another of Sophie‘s potential fathers he’s out to prove he can also be spontaneous.Jared Solti, also new to the 2021 production, plays Sky with understated passion, leaving Teyla Brim to shine, particularly in her opening and closing number “I Have a Dream”.

Donna’s other best friend, Tanya, is the

Noosa Arts Theatre is back with an amazing cast for the feel good musical MAMMA MIA! considered and worldly-wise creation of Alison Venning who has the most fun with “Does your Mother Know” sung with gay abandon to Matty Johnston‘s Pepper, one of Sky’s cheeky best friends.

Jacob Shannon as Eddie, Sky’s other best friend, and Poppy Lombourne’s, Lisa together with Ava Crozier’s, Ali, perfectly round out the joyous principal cast.

Mix it all together with a finger-snapping,

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Don’t be the only person on the Sunshine Coast to miss it!

CUT PRICE PREVIEW: March 25 at 7.30pm, all tickets $33.

GALA OPENING NIGHT: March 26 at 7.30pm, all tickets $50. One free drink and light refreshments.

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Pacific Chamber Players celebrating 20 years

By Jim Fagan A certain virus didn’t give Pacific Chamber Players much opportunity last year to delight Sunshine Coast audiences -- just as it has done since it was formed in 2001.

This year, however, it will celebrate its 20th anniversary with season of six concerts of exciting chamber music.

“Glorious Beethoven” is the theme for its first next month. It includes his Piano Trio Op1 No 1, Piano and Wind Quintet in Eb Op 16 and the exciting Wind and String Septet Op 20.

Nancy Tow will give a pre-concert talk about the programme. This will commence at 2.00pm with the concert at 2.30pm. Nancy is a former ABC Producer in Sydney and gave talks in the foyer of the Sydney Opera House before an orchestral concert.

Concert details: Saturday March 20,

2.00pm, Caloundra Baptist Church, 7 Gregson Place, Caloundra, Sunday March 21, 2.00pm, St Peter’s Catholic Church, 28 Elizabeth Street, Coolum Beach Other concerts this year are: Sparkling Classics: Saturday August 28, Caloundra Baptist Church, Sunday August 29, St Peter’s Catholic Church, Coolum Beach. Baroque Brilliance: Saturday November13, Eudlo Hall, Sunday November 14St , Peter’s Catholic Church, Coolum Beach. Tickets for Caloundra go to: https://www.trybooking. com/BPAQN, Coolum go to https://www.trybooking.com/BPAQZ: Door sales will also be available.

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Get in quick for tickets Noosa Alive Reignite is a return to the arts in the patch of paradise that is Noosa, and the dates for your diary are Thursday 11 March Saturday 13 March, with tickets on sale now.

President of Noosa Alive Andrew Squires thanked the community for continuing to back the not-for-profit event as it reignites in 2021.

“2020 was a very difficult year as we had to shut down the festival,“ he said.

“We were lucky that we were able to put the brakes on it early before we had outlaid a large amount of money. So we were able to maintain revenue to keep the festival going in the new year.

“We are seeing the amazing community support now by the amount of tickets that are selling, while we continue to work on the July event.

We’ve also had fantastic support from our key stakeholders Noosa Council and Tourism Noosa.“ Noosa Alive has always been very much about bringing the best of the arts to Noosa, delivering top cultural performances to the area and giving access to locals who may not otherwise have the opportunity, Andrew said.

“Quality events, quality performers, quality food, business forums, entertainment and of course family events to bring the community together,“ he said.

Andrew stresses that all events comply with the COVID safety regulations and encourages artslovers to get in quick to avoid disappointment - as there are limited numbers of tickets and certain events have already sold out, including Dinner with Trent Dalton.

The stellar program line-up features the following events:

PARIS JE T’AIME: Thursday 11 March, 6pm @ Noosa Springs Resort - a night of fine food, wine and music with Pauline Maudy and friends Enjoy a French inspired three-course meal and drinks, then sit back and soak up the enchanting songs of Paris and beyond. Tix: $165 (+ booking fee)

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SUNSHINE FESTIVAL: Saturday 13 March, 12noon – 4pm @ Noosa Dolphins Rugby Union Club – a festival of fun for families and friends of all ages Meet up with friends and family and celebrate being together in the outdoors again with live music and entertainment from artists Mason Hope, Lizzy Lamborn and Nyssa Ray. Activities on offer (all free with admission) including entertainment ,inflatable obstacle

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‘Shimmer - Party Tonight?’ is the theme for what will be an exciting evening of Spanish food, drinks and dancing to the live music from the fabulous and award-winning MZA-

course and games for the kids, street performers and arts and crafts workshops. Food trucks on-site catering for all tastes and needs and a cash bar is open thanks to the Dolphins crew.

Tix: $10 or $5 for under 16 years, and free for under 5 years. Family tickets are $25 for two adults and up to three kids (+ booking fees

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phins Rugby Union Club – live music outdoor concert with OKA, Bobby Alu + The Lyrical This is the return of live music in the outdoors – so let’s celebrate that, get together for sundown grooves, and dance to the beat of a loved line-up with OKA, Bobby Alu and The Lyrical. See the Dolphins ground brought to life for a night of fun and laughter whilst enjoying the Noosa sunset on the green. Noosa Dolphins bar will be open for refreshments.

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Tucker With Trevor Restaurant Review

Bang Bang, you’re good Trevor Pepys reviews Bang Bang Noosa Trev normally gives so-called “event” restaurants a very wide berth - not as wide as restaurants in the sky that revolve, but pretty wide.

And not that event restaurants call themselves that, which would mean that they really weren’t, they were just wannabes. But here’s how to spot an event restaurant: they open, they’re full. Getting a table is like winning Lotto, except in reverse. And if they’re really an event, they won’t have anything as naf as a nameplate, neon or otherwise. If you know, you know. If you don’t, they don’t want you.

So when the former neighbours, with whom we enjoy a regular repast, texted Trev the news that Bang Bang was the venue, the BS detector went into overdrive. Wasn’t this the sister establishment to the wildly successful Byron Bay Bang Bang, opened at the start of January and Covid-full every night since? And didn’t this represent a triumphant homecoming for founder Zac Simmons, he of Belongil Treehouse fame, now striving to emulate his dad’s domination of the Noosa wedding breakfast market?

Well, yes and yes. “What magical powers are you going to use to get a table?” Trev texted back. We were out, and then we were in, although at what seemed like mid-afternoon, but we were in!

Now Trev is old enough to remember when Mexican Mick’s was the only place you could get a decent feed in the Bay, but how things have changed. Now they’re exporting restaurants over the border! But, like Light Years

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before it, Bang Bang is a concept worth receiving, and it has to be said that the Noosa version is quite spectacular from the moment you walk in. Lots of exotic lighting dangling from a high roof and illuminating a large room and a large bar, all fringed by greenery. Very Far East, which is also the inspiration for the fusion menu.

And this, too, is very clever - big bangs, little bangs, a sensibly short list of tapas and mains, presented with a dash of humour and whimsy. The wine list, on the other hand, somewhat wiped the smile off Trev’s dial, but the food prices were modest enough to take the edge off.We were seated at a cosy table surrounded by hordes of what looked like happy Melbourne trendies avoiding the five-day lockdown, but some of whom were just the Tourism Noosa head party people, entertain-

ing visiting TV stars. Ah yes, Bang Bang is an event event.

Our waitress brought us complimentary sparkling water while we surveyed the menu and list, and ordered the Spring Hill Eden Valley pinot gris ($45) and the Peppoli Sangiovese chianti ($68) to be going on with. The overpriced pinot quaffer was fair enough, but the chianti was worth every extra buck paid for the palate points, smooth as silk.

It being a sharing kind of menu, we started with a couple little bangs, the inaccuratelynamed kingfish sashimi with coconut, kaffir lime and mango ($22) - when are the menu writers of Noosa going to listen to Trevor?

Sashimi is raw fish served with soy sauce and wasabi paste. If you marinate it with citrus it’s ceviche! - and the Korean fried chicken with sweet sticky sauce, sesame and kewpie mayo

($17). The ceviche was tiny but tasty, the fried chicken, which could have been a bit Colonel Sanders, was delicious, crunchy, spicy and succulent inside.

Next we shared a wok-tossed Pad Thai chicken with peanuts, burnt chilli and sweet tamarind sauce ($26), a dry red curry of crispy fried barramundi with spicy red curry paste, krachai, kaffir lime and basil ($34), and the braised beef Massaman ($34), which was a wagyu brisket in a rich, creamy coconut curry with kipfler potatoes, caramelised shallots and peanuts. An extra coconut rice ($4.50) and a Som Tum green papaya salad with cherry tomatoes ($12) saw us out.

The Pad Thai was as good as they come, attested to by all four diners. The Massaman beef, which Trev was particularly looking forward to, was unfortunately just a tad over-cooked, and by the neighbours’ reckoning, somewhat overwhelmed by the powerful sauce. The dry red curry barramundi was, by unanimous vote, the star of the show, dry but not too dry, sweet and sour and very, very tasty.

No room for dessert, done and dusted.

The verdict: A cocktail to start (and the list is enticing) and a decent bottle of wine and you’re looking down the barrel of $150 a head minimum, but if food is the focus with just a glass of wine or two, Bang Bang is not superexpensive by Hastings Street standards. And it’s good, damn good. Make it an event. Trev intends to.

Bang Bang Noosa 32 Hastings Street (at The Sebel), phone 0411 922 115

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Festival a huge success With more events, more often in 2021, the Noosa Eat & Drink Festival’s first events for the year delivered fun, fashion and an amazing level of generosity for a worthy cause.

The Friday Long Lunch with Youngcare, a charity event raised more than $125,000 for Youngcare. The sell-out event with 250 guests included celebrities Karl and Jasmine Stefanovic, Sylvia Jeffreys and husband Peter Stefanovic, musicians Pete Murray and John Collins.

Tourism Noosa CEO Melanie Anderson said “We were thrilled to partner with Youngcare for our Noosa Eat & Drink Long Lunch. 250 guests enjoyed a wonderful day of great food and drink by local businesses and were incredibly generous supporting Youngcare”.

Youngcare CEO Anthony Ryan said “The collaboration between Tourism Noosa and Youngcare will ensure that many young people with high care needs can live with choice and control”.

“The generosity on the day has enabled Youngcare to begin planning for a holiday home and respite centre for Young people with disability. In many cases families impacted with disability have found it almost impossible to take a break and go on holidays. It is our intention to build a holiday home that will cater for all their needs and give them an opportunity to take a well-earned break” said Mr Ryan.

Youngcare Ambassador Sylvia Jeffreys said “It was wonderful to see Noosa embrace the Youngcare mission with such enthusiasm on Friday. I can’t think of a better, more vibrant community for young Aussies with high care needs to call “home”.

“Youngcare is all about choice and independence, and the funds raised at the Noosa Long Lunch will go a very long way in making those goals a reality for many more Australians” said Ms Jeffreys.

Saturday’s High Tea Soiree welcomed 180 guests under the marquee in the Noosa

Melanie Anderson, Clare Stewart, Sandy Bolton.

Clare Stewart, Melissa Formosa, Susan Ewington, Vanessa Douglas, Catherine Bonifant and Jude Lunn.

Susan Ewington and Melanie Anderson.

Pete Murray and John Collins.

Anthony Ryan and Karl Stefanovic.

Matt Golinski, Lee Huber and Deb Caruso.

Woods. Noosa Eat & Drink Festival Manager Lee Huber said “It was so wonderful to be delivering events again. The energy on both days was really special, guests were truly enjoying

themselves and having fun!”

With Noosa Eat & Drink evolving due to COVID to more events, more often, the Autumn Fare program 12-14 March offers 13 bespoke

events in venues across the weekend! For further details regarding Noosa Eat & Drink visit www.noosaeatdrink.com.au. For accommodation visit www.visitnoosa.com.au

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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.

The Sandflys performing live

Wednesday 10 & Thursday 11 March $33 Adult / $27 Child / $29 Groups 10+ 7:00pm

Saturday March 20, 2-5pm

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 Sunday Lunch

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MARGARET FULTON THE MUSICAL

Reverend Billie Friday 26th February

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

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MELINDA SCHNEIDER: Members Draw

A FAREWELL TO DORIS Following the passing of the legendary Doris Day, acclaimed Australian singer Melinda Schneider pays tribute to her childhood idol, in A Farewell To Doris.

All Tickets $59.90 Saturday 20 March | 7:30pm

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REMEMBER THE DAYS: CAT STEVENS STARRING DARREN COGGAN Get on board the Peace Train as Darren Coggan traces the path of a man who never stopped wondering about how to make the world a better place.

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Hook, Line and Sinker Davo’s Tackle World

Weather brings them in What a swing in the weather we’ve seen. Plenty of quality fish have been taken this week, with some great species taken offshore. Out on the wider grounds off Double Island, some of the bigger boats landed jewfish, pearl perch, sweetlip, moses perch, snapper, and - of course - plenty of pelagics.

Closer in, North Reef produced good catches of Maori cod, tusk fish, sweetlip, mackerel and a few nice size pearl perch. Sunshine Reef has been fishing well for grass sweetlip, venus tusk fish, squire, Spaniards and coral trout.

Spanner crabs continue to be taken around that 35m depth, so why not drop a few pots while you have a fish. Baited with pilchards, these traps only need to be down a short time to land a feed of frogs.

The Noosa River has some great options for land-based fishing and some good options to hide from the rain, should a shower pass overhead. The most obvious spots are the bridges like Weyba Bridge. This offers fishing on both sides, so you can move about according to the wind. You can fish many styles here and the species list can be extensive, depending on tide and time of the day.

Day fishing soft plastics, soft vibes and deep diving jerkbait will see you tempt anything from a small jewfish to flathead. Surface fishing can be explosive here first and last light, and little poppers and stickbaits worked quickly across the surface usually gets the job done. Look at the new range of Jackall chubby poppers for a great small option that is a hit with smaller trevally.

Bait anglers will do well on bream, trevally and flathead, and at night you may be lucky to land a mangrove jack. The obvious structure is the first place a big jack will run to, so fish heavy and pull hard so you turn the fish’s head away from a certain bust off. These fish are very prone to taking live baits. If you need help with throwing a cast net, we can certainly spend time with you and show you how to throw like a pro.

Away from the bridges, the recent rains will have made the river a little dirtier than previous weeks so fishing the incoming tides around the lower part will see the cleanest water. Flatties, whiting and bream will be sitting deep as the cooler freshwater passes overhead.

During this time baits will work best as will soft plastics and soft vibes because of their heavier vibration. Look at smaller baits and lures as often fish tend to feed less aggressively during the rains. The new Zip Baits Zoea 49S is the perfect prawn lure for anglers on the light stuff.

Surf fishing was on hold due to the swell, but following the last big swell there were many reports of good gutters. Jewfish will hunt in the rough stuff, so if you go out be sure you fish in pairs, especially if on a rocky point or headland. If looking for a strong and lightweight rod

Jarrad Rodgers won the $100 Davo’s Tackle World/ChaseBaits Fish of the Week prize with the two quality Spaniards he caught in the bay while fishing from his kayak.

Pictures: COURTESY OF WWW.FISHINGNOOSA.COM.AU check out the Penn prevail range. There are options from 9 foot and up and they’re built to stop hard running, powerful fish.

Freshwater lakes and dams often see the rains drawing fish into the shallows. These fish feed on prey items that get caught and washed into the main body of water with the flooding rainwater. This is a great time to own a kayak as they give you the ability to push up into super shallow water and quietly. Once here you can pick up fish previously out of range to boat owners. Don’t forget to purchase a SIPS permit before fishing local dams and lakes. The money generated from this goes back into restocking the area, giving you great chances of catching a fish.

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 NOOSA WEATHER FORECAST

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1:52 PM 7:36 PM

0.48 m 1.6 m

2:27 PM 8:16 PM

0.39 m 1.69 m

3:02 PM 8:58 PM

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3:39 PM 9:41 PM

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4:18 PM 10:27 PM

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5:01 PM 11:18 PM

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SAT 27TH FEBRUARY Sunny.

28 / 23 °C

SAT 27TH FEBRUARY 1:32 AM 8:03 AM

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SUN 28TH FEBRUARY Mostly sunny.

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TUES 2ND MARCH Morning clouds.

29 / 21 °C

WED 3RD MARCH

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MON 1ST MARCH Showers early. Clearing skies.

MON 1ST MARCH 2:59 AM 9:22 AM

Catherine Rogers caught some good whiting in the Noosaville stretch but this 40-centimetre elbow slapper was her standout.

Showers late. Broken clouds.

27 / 20 °C

Spanish mackerel and coral trout from a recent Trekka 2 charter to Sunshine Reef.

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To Noosa with love When Hong Kong-based IT executive Doug Oates met Debra Gudmanz in London a few years ago the last thing on either of their minds was playing golf in Noosa.

But the path of true love has many twists and turns, and this one led all the way to the scenic fairways of Noosa Springs golf course.

Doug had been living and working in Hong Kong for years when, on a holiday to London, his sister-in-law introduced him to Debra.

There was an instant attraction between the two divorcees, and there began a long-distance romance.

When Doug, 68, retired he and Debra had a choice to make - would they spend their life together in London, or at Noosa, where Doug owned a holiday home.

“It wasn’t much of a decision at all, really,” said Doug.

The couple relocated to Noosa, married there in 2016, joined Noosa Springs and settled into a life that included tennis, surfing and regularly playing golf together.

Their golfing exploits reached a new level last week when Doug and Debra won competitions at Noosa Springs on successive days.

Doug scored 37 points to win the men’s Stableford competition on Tuesday, while Debra scored the same number of points to win Wednesday’s women’s competition.

They put their great play down to a golfing holiday at the Gold Coast the previous week, where they played with friends for five straight days.

“We usually go down to Melbourne to play golf at this time of the year, but with Covid we decided to visit the Gold Coast this year,” Doug said.

Something obviously clicked for the couple.

“It was amazing that we both were able to score wins in the same week,” said Debra, who took up golf less than five years ago.

Since then she’s cut her handicap from 45 to 25 and plays two or three times a week.

“I’m hooked,” she said. “I love the fact Doug and I can play together and that you’re always made to feel welcome.”

“I think it was a case of ‘if you can’t beat them, join them’,” said Doug, whose golfing career spans 40 years.

He played regularly in Hong Kong, often at the spectacular three-course Kau Sai Chau golfing complex, built 25 years ago by the Hong Kong Jockey Club on an island off Sai Kun in the New Territories.

His handicap is now 15 and, like every golfer, he says he’s still working hard to improve his game.

Egea shows his skills Former Noosa professional Andrew Egea made a rare return to competitive golf when he shot one-under-par 68 to tie for first in the Wolston Park Open Match event last week.

Egea, who took up the role as head pro of Wolston Park after relocating from Noosa, shared the win with rookie Ayoung Yu. Though it was a low-key event it was welcome competition for professional golfers starved of opportunities because of Covid-19, and showed the popular pro’s game is in good shape.

Egea’s son Jesse is a trainee pro at Brookwater, while younger son Taj is a regular contender in junior events throughout southeast Queensland.

Patrick on his Sunday best Patrick Martin won the latest round of Noosa Springs’ Sunday Series with a solid 35 Stableford points last weekend. He’s now in the running to win a Noosa Springs holiday at the end of the year, including accommodation and free golf.

The Universal Property-sponsored Sunday series is a weekly competition which rewards the man and woman who return the best Stableford score each month.Those monthly winners compete in December for the major prize.

The series is open to Noosa Springs members and visitors.

How to eliminate your slice TAKE THE TIP

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Doug and Debra Oates on the fairways at Noosa Springs.

Golfers who live on the Sunshine Coast or Gympie qualify for a reduced green fee of $79, which includes a motorised cart.

Check out Marc’s team Former pro Marc Bright is the dynamo that drives Cooroy Golf Club’s All Abilities golf program.

Each week he works with disabled golfers to teach them the finer points of the game. As they learn to chip and putt, Marc’s students develop self-confidence, social skills and the knowledge that anything is possible.

On Monday (1 March), Marc and his team will host an open day at Cooroy, encouraging would-be golfers to come and try, and perhaps join his group. There’ll be a barbecue, and everybody is welcome. Give Marc a call on 0402 447 317.

Junior matches cancelled Golf Australia has cancelled the 2021 Australian Junior Interstate Teams Matches and the Australian Interstate Teams Matches because of the ongoing threat of Covid-19.

Golf Australia’s high performance general manager Brad James said: “A series of legal and welfare risks would have emerged had Golf Australia and team managers been required to assume responsibility for minors for extended periods of time in the event of snap closures of state borders.”

Big collect for Cam Smith Adam Scott, who has close connections with Noosa, saved his best for last in his defence of the Genesis Invitational golf championship in Los Angeles this week.

Scott, who calls Sunshine Beach home, shot a final round 66 for an even par 72-hole total of 284. That, however, was good enough for only 38th in the elite field of professionals who teed it up in the PGA Tour event.

Another Queenslander, Cameron Smith, who honed his game on the Sunshine Coast Invincibles Tour, finished fourth at nine-under-par, after a closing round of 67. He collected US $455,000 for his efforts.

American Max Homa won the title after a playoff with Tony Finau, who has now had 21 top five finishes since his first, and only, win on tour.

Club competitions NOOSA Tuesday, 16 February Men’s Stableford: A Grade - Cooper Clarke 41, Shane Healey 38, Peter Fryer 37c/b, Shaun Taylor 37c/b; B Grade - Dave Whitehead 37, James McKean 36c/b, John Henry 36, David Draper 35; C Grade - Kevin Richter 37, Craig Beckey 36, Bob Hobart 35, Daryl Bates 34c/b.

Wednesday, 17 February

Vets 4-person Ambrose: Rodney Gillard, Jorma Rusanen, Geoff Foster & Peter Bayliss 59.25; Scott Hobden, Ron Read, Michael Tsolakkis & Peter Blair 59.25; Stephen McCaul, John Wex, Dave Stewart & Rob Rossow 59.75.

Thursday, 18 February Women’s Stableford: A Grade - Heather Alsop 35c/b, Sue McLaurin 35, Gayna Ryan 34; B Grade - Evelyn Allan 37, Trish Strang 35, Gwendoline Whitehead 34; C Grade - Janice Abey 38, Melanie Venning 35, Donna Coey 34.

Saturday, 20 February Men’s Stableford: A Grade - Grant Baker 39c/b, Michael Munt 39c/b, Neville Hazlett 39; B Grade - Graeme Caffyn 40, John Kenyon 39c/b, Steven Boulton 39c/b; C Grade - Jim Crawford 39, Lee Clayton 38c/b, Stephen Curry 38c/b.

Women’s Stableford: Paula Jeffrey 33, Lani McDowall 32c/b, Bettina Hammant 32 NOOSA SPRINGS Tuesday, 16 February Men’s Stableford: Douglas Oates 37c/b, Alexander Hackett 37, Craig Willian 36c/b; women’s Stableford: Jill Larcombe 36, Mary-Jane Clemens 33, Persephone Lobb 30.

Wednesday, 17 February Men’s Stableford: Simon Hennessy 37c/b, Gil Hoskins 37c/b, John Glennon 37; women’s Stableford: Debra Oates 37, Niki Matthews 32, Elizabeth Browne 30c/b.

Saturday, 20 February Men’s Stableford: Ben Kearney 45, Paul Matthews 41c/b, Joost Wamsteeker 41; women’s Stableford: Annette Philp 41, Tereza Holley 36c/b, Carole Blonk 36.

Sunday, 21 February Men’s Universal Property Sunday Series: Patrick Martin 35, Phil Harrison 34c/b, Mike Foskett 34c/b; women: Kaye Bollen 33, Sandi Hoskins 28.

COOROY Tuesday, 16 February Women’s Stableford Secret 5: Julie Collis 12, Toni Mason 11.

Wednesday, 17 February Vets Stableford: A Grade – Brian Clemow 40, Peter Brown 37, Kerry Davies 36; B Grade – Terry Wilson 40, Scott Bennett 39, Neil Dwyer 38; C Grade – Kevin Pickford 37, Hans Herrie 36, Kevin Crundall 35.

Thursday, 18 February Women’s Par: Shay Zulpo sq, Margie Lucas -1c/b, Kim Gladman -1 c/b.

Saturday, 20 February Men’s Par: Div 1 - K. Hamilton +4, C. Trist +2; Div 2 - D. Clayton +5, G. Hall +3; Div 3 - C. Black +2c/b, T. Foster +2. Women’s Par: Danica Whish +3, Janelle Thorburn +2.

We all know that rotation is essential to a good golf swing. However, it’s the timing of the rotation in the downswing that makes all the difference.

In transition, great ball strikers shift their weight on to the front leg first before rotating their body to a balanced finish.

If we unwind our upper body too early without first shifting weight in the lower half, it is going to send the club over the top with an outside-in path and more than likely a bad slice to the right.

Practicing the feeling of a small linear move towards the target of the front knee and front hip in transition before rotating will help drop the club on plane and help with achieving a great club path through impact.

Combine that with the ideal club face angle and you will be sending your slice on a permanent vacation!

Good golfing.

GREG LYNCH - Noosa Springs senior PGA teaching professional

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It’s a Pirates triple treat Making up for the disappointment of there being no senior competition in 2020, the Noosa Pirates are back with a vengeance this Saturday afternoon (27 February) as they take on Southern Suburbs Toowoomba in Division 1 and 2, with the under-18s battling the Coolum Colts.

Plus, Saturday’s game will see the return of former Australian and Queensland Origin player David Shillington in his comeback game as he pulls on a Pirates jersey for the first time.

This weekend’s trial games kick off three weeks of wall-to-wall action at Pirate Park, with the club hosting the Sunshine Coast Falcons’ trial against Norths Devils on 6 March and then Round 1 of Sunshine Coast Rugby League action on Saturday, 13 March where the Pirates will face off against defending premiers, the Stanley Rivers.

“How good is it to finally have senior rugby league action back in our town!” declared Noosa Pirates president Paul Dwyer.

“Too much footy is never enough and our community is ready to get back into its stride and have some fun by getting behind their local team.”

With the disappointment of not being able to host some key events earlier in the season that are major fundraisers for the club, the Pirates were keen to hook up with the Sunshine Coast Falcons and promote both brands and showcase the pathways on offer for players in their own backyard. And Dwyer was happy to highlight what that means for the club.

“In the Falcons’ ISC and Colts teams we have around seven or eight Pirates’ aligned

players that will play at the 6 March trial,” he said.

“It is also likely that they will turn out for us in 2021 at some stage too, so that’s a win-win.

“Plus, there are five or six of our boys in the Mal Meninga squad from our 2020 premiership winning under-16 team that are playing for the Falcons. They are an important part of our club DNA these days where we have State League and NRL pathways opportunities for our players.”

But for now, the focus is on this Saturday’s Division 1 trial game against the Toowoomba tourists. Head Coach Brett Winkler was quick to add that there are only a few weeks to go until the competition start and it was vital for a good early season start. “!t’s getting pretty serious now, so we need this trial to go well as our last game lead in.

Having Shillo go around will be great for the spectators but it will be a big boost for the players personally. Dave has a big presence on the field, but it is his presence off field the field that will also make a difference to how we perform as a team unit.”

If any aspiring young Pirates would like to meet David Shillington for a photo or an autograph, he will be available in the clubhouse from 5-6pm before the main game kick off, as part of the junior teams’ sign-on event at the ground. The main game kick off for Division 1 for this Saturday night is 7pm, with Division 2 playing from 5.30pm. The under-18s start the day off from 4.30pm.

Play kicks off on Saturday at Pirates.

They’re making a splash in the Summer Swim

By Margaret Maccoll A spectacular sunny day and calm waters made Noosa’a Summer Swim a wonderful event for about 1000 competitors but unfortunately another 700 missed out because of the Covid-19 restrictions.

Event owner John Guise of World Series Swims said the restrictions changed the way the event was run this year, stretching the program to ensure social distancing, but scaling it back from a two day to one day event.

Guise said they had to cap the number of entries, which resulted in a waiting list of about 700 people who were unable to attend, and manage their site capacity to ensure they met Council’s 500-person event limit.

Recent lockdowns in Victoria also impacted the travel plans of interstate arrivals, including Olympian Michael Klim, whose presence and enthusiasm has become synonymous with the popular event - leaving everyone asking: “Where’s Klim?”

Despite his absence, Noosa’s Main Beach was filled with swimmers coming and going for their events. while friends, family and beach goers watched the proceedings.

Winning the major five-kilometre swim were Sunshine Coast swimmers Bailey Armstrong and Kareena Lee of Noosa.

Guise said the hope was for a much bigger event with double the number of entries next year, dependent on Covid-19.

“There’s a huge demand for ocean swims,” he said. “We’re finding squads up and down the Sunshine Coast. People are wanting to get outdoors and see what’s in their backyards.“

Swimming with your mates.

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Everyone in for the swim.

Hitting the water.

Pictures: COURTESY OF DAVE GLEESON, SURFSHOTS

First one in

The kids were into it.

Kareena Lee wins the women’s section

Bailey Armstrong wins first spot.

On the home stretch.

We did it!

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Crucial points lost to rain

By Randall Woodley It was a disappointing day last Saturday for the Tewantin-Noosa Thunder’s First Grade and Sixth Grade teams. The grounds at Read Park and Dale Officer Oval had not dried out from the heavy rain during the week and both matches were abandoned for the day. First Grade played its arch-rival, the Caboolture Snakes - hoping for at least a first innings win. This would have seen them cement a home semi-final in early March but now the match will become a 50-over game next Saturday with fewer points up for grabs. The match at Read Park will commence at 10am and it would be great to see club members and supporters there to cheer the boys on to a win. To make matters worse, Maroochydore, a few points behind the Thunder on the ladder, was able to play at Coolum and is well-placed to take first innings points and a possible outright win.

Sixth Grade, which is holding on to fourth place on the ladder, was due to play the second-placed USC and this will now become a 40-over shootout next Saturday. Third Grade and Fifth Grade are both in good positions after day one of their matches and should register wins next weekend.

THIRD GRADE: The team went into last Saturday’s match in fourth place on the table, needing a good win to ensure it remains in contention for the finals. The side travelled to Glasshouse and, despite the rain during the week and overcast skies, the boys were able to take the field against the Rangers. Winning the toss, the Thunder decided to bowl first and it turned out to be a good decision.

Opener Harrison Lea took a wicket in his first over and then Tallon Reichert took his first two wickets in the senior grade, snaring them in his fourth and sixth overs. Glasshouse managed to build a small partnership in the middle overs before TNT’s two leading wicket takers, Nick Bennett and Jason Toohey, took the remaining seven wickets for 52 runs. On a very small ground, despite a few dropped catches, the Thunder boys were able to limit the Rangers to a total of 125 off 43 overs.

The best bowling figures for TNT were from Jason Toohey (4/22 off eight overs), Nick Bennett (3/35 off 11), Tallon Reichert (2/18 off six) and Harrison Lea (1/18 off six).

With 28 overs left in the day the TNT boys decided to go for the target of 126. Jason Toohey opened and made a quickfire 30 before first grader Cody Pyne (First Grade game called off) joined Leon Beatty at the crease, still needing another 77 runs. Both these batsmen scored regular boundaries, with Pyne hitting 24 off one over including two sixes straight over the bowler’s head and one over mid-wicket. A massive 124-run partnership between the pair, 84 from Pyne and 51 from Leon Beatty ensured the team ended the day on a high note.

At stumps Thunder was only three down with 195 on the board, putting them in a great position for an outright win next week and with still

Third grade played against the Glasshouse Rangers a slight chance of hosting a home semi-final.

FIFTH GRADE: The team was at Buderim for its final match of the fixtured season, playing against the top of the table Maroochydore Swans in a clash to keep their season alive.

With plenty of rain during the week it was a toss both teams desperately wanted to win on the sticky, soft pitch.

Captain Steve Hill won the toss and TNT sent the home side in to bat.

Veteran Thunder bowlers, Mike ‘Rowdy’ Thomson and Brendan Aufderheide (back for a cameo appearance) bowled with purpose, beating the outside edge consistently. Unfortunately, a couple of catches went to ground and despite the accurate bowling the Swans’ opening bats somehow were able to hold on.

At the first change Steve Hill and Luke Anstey picked up where the openers left off and continued to bowl a relentless line and length that eventually rewarded Hill, picking up the first five wickets and having the Swans in a smother hold with runs hard to come by.

Ben Shaw bowled well and picked up a wicket with another soon to Ian Brundell.

Openers Aufderheide and Thomson then returned to take a wicket each. At the close of play the Swans were 9/76 after 75 overs.

The whole team could be congratulated on a great bowling and fielding display and with a total of 36 maiden overs bowled during the day it was a professional effort against the front runners.

TNT third grade bowls against Glasshouse Rangers.

With more rain forecast during the week and TNT needing one more wicket, it’s game on with TNT still needing to bat well to secure

Stableford the order of the day at Noosa NOOSA GOLF CLUB SATURDAY There were 235 players in the Saturday men’s Single Stableford on 6 February. Scratch rating (M): 71.0 Winners: A Grade: Gus Torney 44, Ross Smith 40, Sam Boulden 39 C/B. B Grade: Dave Whitehead 37, Greg Smith 36 C/B, Mark Chapman 36 C/B. C Grade: Geoffrey Wild 40, Wim Janssen 38, Philip Bowden 37 C/B. Place getters: Rodney Vaughan 39, Richard Townsend 38 C/B, Barry Robinson 38, Dale Officer 37 C/B, Stephen Curry 37 C/B, Brian Jackson 37, Toby Harding 36 C/B, Bruce Osborne 36 C/B, Cooper Clarke 36 C/B, Roy McClean 36 C/B, Brian Priebe 36 C/B, Timothy Storrer 36, Nathan Jackson 35 C/B, Joe Ottaway 35 C/B, Michael Nassereddin 35 C/B, Adam Dehnen 35 C/B, Michael Clayton 35 C/B, David Gerrard 35 C/B, Gary Elliott 35 C/B, Pete Ferguson 35 C/B, Derek Pousette 35 C/B, Dave Potter 35 C/B, Glenn Puckeridge 35 C/B, Miles Richardson 35 C/B, Richard Van Den Heuvel 35 C/B, Jason Finn 35 C/B, Andrew Broad 35, Neville Hazlett 34 C/B, Steve Grey 34 C/B,

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James Mckean 34 C/B, Graeme Brown 34 C/B, James Cervi 34 C/B, Alec Graham 34 C/B, Phil Grieve 34 C/B, James Agace 34 C/B, John Mill 34 C/B, Brad Edwards 34 C/B, Kevin Richter 34 C/B, David O’Connor 34, Martin Taylor 33 C/B 2 Balls TUESDAY There were 221 players in the Tuesday Club Single Stableford on 16 February. Scratch rating (M): 71.0 Winners: A Grade: Cooper Clarke 41, Shane Healey 38, Peter Fryer 37 C/B. B Grade: Dave Whitehead 37, James Mckean 36 C/B, John Henry 36.

C Grade: Kevin Richter 37, Craig Beckey 36, Bob Hobart 35.

Place getters: Andrew Amos 37 C/B, Murray Mcmillan 36 C/B, Alan Martin 36 C/B, Allan Harris 35 C/B, Colin Kinnaird 35 C/B, James Cervi 35 C/B, Neville Hazlett 35 C/B, Chris Misios 35 C/B, Peter Hartley 35, Gary Shaw 34 C/B, Kevin Krogh 34 C/B, Justin Morgan 34 C/B, Greg Peeler 34 C/B, Alan Coey 34 C/B, Greg Collins 34 C/B, Dallas Furner 34 C/B, Robert Hemmings 34 C/B, Rod Allen 34 C/B, Michael O’Connor 34 C/B, Robert Tasker 34 C/B, Peter Buhk 34 C/B,

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Keith Moore 34 C/B, Rodney Vaughan 34 C/B, Jim Crawford 34 C/B, Peter Zipf 34 C/B, Michael Munt 34, Dale Officer 33 C/B, John Burrough 33 C/B, Scott Olander 33 C/B, Bobby Kennedy 33 C/B THURSDAY There were 120 players in the Thursday Women’s Canadian Foursomes on 11 February.

Scratch rating (F): 74.0 Overall Winners: Tracey Duncan and Gwendoline Whitehead 75.75.

Fiona Watson and Heather Alsop 76.75.

Connie Gordon and Orawan Millar 77.25.

Place getters: Trish Berg & Joy Lewis 78.375 C/B, Mandy Webb & Lynette Cuss 78.375, Allana Moore & Judy Meager 79.875, Colleen Riley & Gail Murden 80.375, Sandra Fortington & Jean Beasley 81.75, Bettina Hammant & Evelyn Allan 81.875, Deb Matheson & Shirley Rogers 82, Sandra Kiely & Linda Jedynak 82.5 C/B, Merilyn Thomas & Elaine Lyon 82.5, Cheril Kane & Sue Mclaurin 83, Irene Kerr & Kathleen Anschau 83.375, Elizabeth Back & Tash Baker 83.5 C/B, Rosemary Caffyn & Karen Johnston 83.5, Judy Williams & Gail Stokes 83.75 C/B, Anne Martin & Adrienne Wild 83.75

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the win. Best Bowling for Thunder: Hill 5/23 off 19, Thomson 1/14 off 16, Brendan Aufderheide 1/5 off 13, Shaw 1/12 and Ian Brundell 1/9.

Noosa Hills Par 3 golf results Noosa Hills Par 3 golf results for Saturday, 20 February.

Event: Stroke and Putts A Grade winner: Studley Martin 49, runner-up Beau Smith 50, putts Michael Gooding 25.

B Grade winner: Timo Helenius 51, runner-up cb Tony Bonenti 51, putts Tony Bonenti 27.

NTPs 2nd hole: Studley Martin; 6th hole: Joan Bradley; 8th hole: Timo Helenius; 13th hole: Paul Weeks; 16th hole: Dave Francis.

Ball rundown: Mick Smith, Errol Grieve, Adam Melville, Ed Bertram, Kim Poulson, Bob Marsh, Maria Kirikino, and Lea Bell.

Congratulations to all our winners.

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Talking Sport Ron Lane

Local sport is looking up Last weekend, members of the Sunshine Coast Martial Arts Karate Club, situated in Noosa, travelled to Cleveland in Brisbane to contest the Queensland Cup. With club members coming from as far north as Rockhampton and as far south as the border, the standard was - as expected - very high. ‘’This was the first major tournament of the year,’’ said Bryan Dukas, 6th Dan head coach of the Noosa club. “We took a team of 15 members with ages ranging from 8 to 52, male and female, and came home with a total of 25 medals. The tournament was a lead up to the State titles to be held (with regulations permitting) on 20/21 March at the same venue. With the competition being in such an upheaval this event served as a good wake up for our team regarding their training. It once again made them understand exactly where their standards were at for the moment.”

The outcome was that it gave all members the opportunity to set the correct training program that will prepare them for the forthcoming state titles. After the state titles, there is a possibility that the Noosa club will play host to a major tournament of the Sunshine Coast region; a challenge open to all comers. If this is successful, all indications are that this could be the start of a busy time for karate competitors in the state. The next tournament on the agenda will be the Open Queensland Titles in June: this is open to all comers, with some even coming from over the border.

However, the official State titles are restricted to Queenslanders only and are looked upon as the selection for the state team to contest the Australian titles. Another major tournament will be an Australian Open in which competitors could come from New Zealand, Fiji and New Caledonia: however, this year this one is on hold till further notice.

In preparation for the Queensland Cup, students attended a full-on Saturday training camp held at Cooroy. This type of training camp is a Japanese tradition known as Gasshuka, and dates back centuries. The meaning of the name is Intensive Training Together. Attended by some 35 students, part of the mental training stresses the importance of never giving up, thus creating confidence within the students. A highlight of the camp came in the afternoon, when students were introduced to the Bo: an Okinawan martial arts weapon. This is a stick, made of oak and is some six feet in length and is very effective against other forms of fighting. This form of martial art is known as Bojutsu.

It is training such as this that emphasises the importance of fitness, self-confidence, self-discipline and, above all, working together. It was interesting to note that in a change in training sessions from point A to point B positions, they ran - there was definitely no walking. If we look at these virtues you will note that there is a lot of these missing in the conduct of today’s street hoons.

According to the flyer released by Noosa District Pirates Rugby League Football Club, they are back and will be making up for the disappointment of no senior competition in 2020. The Noosa Pirates, with a vengeance, this Saturday afternoon (27 February), will take on Southern Suburbs Toowoomba in Divisions 1 and 2, with the Under 18s battling the Coolum Colts. Saturday’s game will also see the return of former Australian and Queensland Origin player David Shillington in his comeback game as he pulls on a Pirates jersey for the first time. This week’s trial games kick off three weeks of wall-to-wall action at Pirate Park with the club hosting the Sunshine Falcons’ trial game against Norths Devils on 6 March, then Round 1 of Sunshine Coast Rugby League action on 13 March, when the Pirates will face off against defending premiers, the Stanley Rivers.

Pirates president Paul Dwyer summed it up well when he said: “How good is it to finally have senior rugby league back in town. Too much footy is never enough and our community is ready to get back into its stride and have 46 NOOSA TODAY Friday, 26 February, 2021

Sunshine Coast Martial Arts Karate Club members contest the Queensland Cup. some fun by getting behind their teams.”

With the disappointment of not being able to host some key events earlier in the season that are major fundraisers for the club, the Pirates were keen to hook up with the Sunshine Coast Falcons and promote both brands and showcase the pathways on offer in their own backyard. President Paul Dwyer was more than happy to highlight what that means for the club.

“In the Falcons ISC and Colts teams we have around seven or eight Pirates, aligned players, that will play at the 6 March trial. It is also likely that they will turn out for us in 2021 at some stage, so that is a win/win situation. Add to this, there is five or six of our boys in the Mal Meninga squad from our premiership winning under-16 team that are playing for the Falcons.

They are an important part of our club DNA these days, where we have State League and NRL pathway opportunities for our players.”

But for now, the focus is on the Division 1 trial game against the Toowoomba tourists.

Head Coach Brett Winkler was quick to add that there are only a few weeks to go until the competition begins and it was vital for a good early season start. “It’s getting pretty serious now, so we need this trial to go well as our last game lead-in. Having Shillo go around will be great for the spectators, but it will be a great boost for the players, personally. Dave has a big presence on the field, but it is his presence off the field that will also make a difference to how we perform as a team unit.”

If any aspiring young Pirate would like to meet David Shillington for a photo or an autograph, he will be available in the clubhouse from 5-6pm before the main game kick off, as part of the junior teams’ sign-on event at the ground. The main game kick off for Division 1 for this Saturday night is 7pm, with Division 2 playing from 5.30pm with the under-18s starting the day off from 4.30pm.

As we know, the past months have been

very trying for all, but for those in the background, working to keep their various sporting clubs afloat, it has been particularly hard.

But the Pirates, with Dwyer and Winkler at the helm, have come out on top. Backed up by a new committee, a revised constitution and a business plan that is very positive, and supported by a team of local supporters and spon-

sors, there is definitely a big light at the end of the tunnel.

Their contribution should not go unnoticed. The best acknowledgement for these workers is for the supporters to turn up in droves on Saturday. In doing this they will be showing their appreciation for a tough time very well handled. Good luck to all.

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Life of Brine Phil Jarratt

Landlocked Swiss surfing When I lived and worked on the surf-rich south-west coast of France 20 years ago, one of the joys of summer was the influx of the rabidly-stoked holiday warriors from the north (jokes).

Mostly from Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands, where there are ocean coasts and occasional rideable waves, these happy campers flocked to the numerous surf camps set up by their countrymen (with some French assistance) all over les Landes and the Basque Coast. Some could surf, some couldn’t, but it didn’t really matter. While we sometimes regretted their arrival, their enthusiasm and their sense of fun was infectious.

Occasionally in those days we’d also get an influx of Scandinavians, and even more unlikely, from the landlocked countries of Eastern Europe. And once in a blue moon, a surfer or two from mountainous Switzerland. These were usually resort surfers - all-round athletes who divided their time between the Alps and land or boat-based surf adventures in the tropics.

But who knew that today Switzerland is allegedly home to more than 45,000 surfers who not only travel to surf, but, depending on the season, can be found riding any one of numerous standing waves or the occasional wind swell on the country’s many rivers and lakes.

When the rivers aren’t flowing and the wind’s not blowing, there are two artificial standing waves open to the public, as well as two Wave Garden Cove wave parks in the works.

The sport is blowing up so much that one of Zurich’s two largest action sports shops sells more surfboards than snowboards. There’s even a growing community of local shapers and a national surf film festival!

I know all of this courtesy of my friend and erstwhile colleague at Quiksilver, Dave Mailman, a multi-lingual surfer and snowboarder who has lived in France for more than 25 years, and is currently working with a Swiss team on the production of Landlocked, a web series (and planned full-length film) about the trials and tribulations of being a surfer in Switzerland.

The show stars two budding surfer-shapers, Valentin Milius and Esteban Caballero, accompanied by their faithful gonzo photojournalist Dom Daher. This unlikely trio takes viewers along for the ride as they crisscross a unique surf nation in search of their own perfect wave. Along the way, they introduce you to the present-day movers and shakers, and the history of Swiss surfing with a little help from Dave Mailman, who narrates their adventures.

While the figure of 45,000 surfers in Switzerland appears to have come from repeated claims by vested interests, rather than actual evidence, or a head count, the producers have used it to manufacture further unlikely statistics, such as that there are more surfers per square metre than there are in California, or that Switzerland has more surfers per square kilometre than Australia.

Why they are so desperate to prove there are lots of surfers there, I don’t know, especially when my mate Dave spends much of the narration talking up the quality of the Swiss surfing experience. If it’s that good, why don’t they want to keep it to themselves? Or is it just a small band of hardy watermen, yodelling together by the campfire while they drink their gluwein, wishing they had some company?

So, is there surf in Switzerland? Judging by the trailers I watched this week, no, not really. But they sure have a lot of fun with what they’ve got, and visiting heroes like Jeremy Flores, Michel Bourez and Kai Lenny all give it glowing testimonials. Oh, and foiling is big there and everyone likes it!

Turtles’ secret dungeon meeting I was surprised and honoured to be invited to the 10th anniversary special awards presentation of the Noosa Turtles last week, held appropriately in a secret dungeon within the Netanya Noosa complex, close enough to Providore to yell for a coffee refill.

Surprised because this seniors ocean

Landlocked stars Valentin Milius and Esteban Caballero.

Picture: COURTESY OF LANDLOCKED

King Bob addresses his subjects. swimming club of highly selective and limited membership strives to keep its numerous good works for the community under the radar, all being shy retiring types who need publicity like a fish needs a bicycle. But Turtle numero uno, ‘King’ Bob Wood, himself a professional spruiker for the travel industry in his working years, is a different kettle of fish, to further tangle the analogy.

King Bob insisted that the media be invited, and there it was, albeit in its lowliest form.

Over splendid rounds of coffee and croissants, bartered for a limited edition 10th anniversary Turtles tee shirt, King Bob addressed his subjects at length (yawn) and presented them all with a tee shirt and a cap. It should be noted that the assembled media missed out on this largesse. Other than keeping themselves from draining the seniors healthcare sector by swimming the length of Main Beach three times a week, we still don’t know exactly what good works for the community the Turtles have done or are contemplating, but they must be many. All will be revealed in this column upon receipt of an anniversary tee shirt (L) and cap.

In the meantime, well done, Turtles. Keep up the good works!

King Bob and the 10th anniversary tee.

Surfing in Switzerland.

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This highlights the shift in buyer sentiment compared with 2019, when urban St Kilda in Melbourne saw the highest housing growth.

Importantly, the Sunshine Coast has been a popular target of internal migration for years.

In the year to June 2019, the Sunshine Coast region had the highest volume of net internal migration of the 88 comparable sub-markets in Australia.

COVID-19 is clearly contributing to this strong demand, as the normalisation of remote work empowers more Australians to make a tree-change or sea-change.

According to the recently released CoreLogic Best of the Best 2020 report, Noosa Heads topped the list for units at $892,838.

REIQ chief executive Antonia Mercorella, said 2020 highlighted that the Queensland property market offers buying opportunities for a variety of budgets.

“The allure of coastal Queensland grew to new heights in 2020 with many opting for the unique lifestyle that our coastal regions provide,” Ms Mercorella said.

“The pandemic provided many Queenslanders and interstate buyers with the catalyst to make the move.”

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Migration from other states has not been this high in annual terms since 2006, and will only add to the already competitive housing market in Queensland.

Although interstate buyers are showing an interest in Queensland’s tourism centres, the majority are opting for properties in the metropolitan areas.

CoreLogic’s head of research Tim Lawless said employment prospects meant most interstate migrants arrive in Brisbane and other areas of South East Queensland.

Many residents of New South Wales and Victoria moved to Queensland, which outshone other Australian states with interstate migration numbers.

Latest numbers provided by CoreLogic suggest Queensland is 90 per cent above the decade average.

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As demand increases, sale prices will rise and the time each property spends on the market will decrease.

While the demand is a positive indicator for the Queensland property market, government measures are needed to ensure we can satisfy the needs of new Queensland residents.

Rebekah Offerman at 10 Ross Cres, Sunshine Beach, after Saturday’s auction.

“High rates of population growth need to be accompanied by government policies ensuring appropriate levels of infrastructure including transport, education, health care and essential services are all keeping pace with the rate of growth,” Mr Lawless said.

It’s not just the sales market affected by interstate migration either, as the rental market tightened considerably in 2020 and a predicted rental boom is on the horizon for 2021.

“Vacancy rates remain very low in most parts of the state in early 2021, driven by Queensland’s strong local rental demand as well as interstate migrators moving to the Sunshine State,” Ms Mercorella said.

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LOCALS RESPONDING TO MARKET CHANGES The demand for property in Noosa is making it very hard for agents to put prices on them.

Comparative market analysis has shown prices can change in six weeks let alone six months.

Sam Plummer of Noosa Estate Agents, who has been active in Noosa for 20 years, said it was difficult to give a definitive price.

A three-bedroom, three-bathroom duplex apartment with pool 1/1 Bluefin Ct, Noosaville, which goes to auction Saturday at 11am with colleague Angela Wood, had another 46 people through last weekend’s open for inspection.

A four-bedroom, two-bathroom waterfront house with pool and jetty at 6 Mermaid Quay, Noosaville, went to auction midJanuary with Noosa Estate Agents.

There was bidding from $3m on the day to $3.3m, with the property selling the night after auction for $3.45m with one of the four to have made an offer prior to the day.

It was such a familiar story with the Brisbane buyers looking to move move to Noosa.

“The numbers coming from Brisbane have been exceptional,’’ Sam said, “let alone Sydney and Melbourne.

“Yet almost 50 per cent of sales have been with locals repositioning in the current market.’’

“Downsizing, trading up, wanting another property to rebuild or renovate.

Sam has been tracking the market for 20 years and the local buyers has not really varied in that time ... sitting between 45 and 53 per cent.

“At the moment we are dealing with more Brisbane interest than ever .

“They are deciding it’s time to move .

“It’s a lifestyle choice. They realise it is easy to work from home.

“We have Sunshine Coast Airport, health and education facilities while being 90 minutes from Brisbane.’’

Sam doesn’t see the Noosa market changing much at all, due to the pent-up demand.

“It will remain tight if people continue relocating here, especially when international markets open again.’’

A five-bedroom, three-bathroom house with pool on 807sq m at 17 Robert St, Noosaville, is listed at interest above $2.950m. 229140 SIZE AND LOCATION A five-bedroom, three-bathroom house with pool on 807sq m at 17 Robert St, Noosaville, is for sale with Sam Plummer and Angela Wood of Noosa Estate Agents at interest above $2.950m.

“It’s attracting quite a lot of attention,’’ Sam said, “due to size and location.

“It is a 600sq m house and 200m from the river.

“You have all of the benefits in a freshair location.’’

On 807sq m, the two-level house was designed by Lisang Design and built by Canty Builders.

Extensive use of glass provides maximum sunshine and natural light throughout as well as beautiful natural breezes.

The ground level features extra-high raked ceilings and large, open-plan living spaces.

On the upper level the living zones flow from one to another seamlessly.

The family dining and second living complete with gas fireplace area are integrated with access to the large covered outdoor deck area complete with shutters and ceiling fan, overlooking the 10m by 4m swimming pool.

AUCTION SUCCESS CONTINUES Two Tom Offermann Real Estate-listed properties scheduled for auction last Saturday once again exceeded vendor’s expectations and maintained the auction 100% clearance rate for 2021.

There was a high level of interest from mainly Brisbane and locally to a strong marketing campaign by Rebekah Offerman’s listing of 10 Ross Cresc Sunshine Beach. In front of over 60 attendees, there was swift action between

two bidders and auctioneer Gordon Macdonald, who called “sold” at $4m.

The successful buyers were thrilled as finally a move to their coveted location was a reality.

The interest levels were exceptionally high during the four-week campaign for apartment 7310 Viridian, 5 Morwong Dr, Noosa Heads.

Ditto, the interest level on auction day when attendance exceeded expectations, forcing the location to be moved to the theatrette at Peppers Resort.

Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Chris Miller said “there were eight registered bidders, the buyer was from interstate, and the $492,000 sale represented a record resale for one-bed apartments at the resort.

The auction campaign highlighted the remarkable demand for this sought-after location and excellent return on investment.”

The sale also follows Chris’ high achievement of 12 settled sales in the resort over the past 12 months.

NELLER NAME CONTINUES The Neller name has become synonymous with property in the Peregian Beach area over three generations.

Dick Neller moved to the area from Brisbane in 1973 and together with his son Rick were builders.

Now, with 16 years experience in real estate, Robbie Neller of Neller Real Estate reflects on how his father and grandfather grew their business on trust and quality.

The move from owning the Ray White Peregian agency to the Neller brand has received a good reception from people in the area.

“People have been so positive about it,’’

Robbie said. “No-one has second-guessed it.

“They acknowledge I have been around a long time, and recognise that I know the market.

“The first house my grandfather ever built still stands today on Peregian Esplanade. He purchased the land in 1978 for $7000 and the house last sold for $1.9m.’’

On Saturday, Robbie is taking a twobedroom, two-bathroom beachside townhouse in complex of three at 1/3 Belah Ct, Marcus Beach, to auction at midday.

North facing and close to the beach, the end townhouse is one of three in the block so enjoys low body corporate fees.

AUCTION ACTION FRIDAY, February 19 Noosa Heads 212 Sebel, 32 Hastings St: 1bed, 1bath, 1car beachside apartment, Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 Frank Milat 0438 528 148 Richardson & Wrench Noosa.

Sold $900,000 SATURDAY, February 20 Noosa Heads 7310/5 Morwong Dve: 1bed, 1bath, 1car apartment, Chris Miller 0412 894 542 Tom Offermann Real Estate. Eight registered bidders, from $420,000. Sold at auction $492,000 Sunshine Beach 10 Ross Cres: 5bed, 3bath, 2car beachside house, pool, Rebekah Offermann 0413 044 241 Tom Offermann Real Estate. Sold at auction $4m SATURDAY, February 27 Marcus Beach 1/3 Belah Ct: 2bed, 2bath, 1car townhouse, 12pm, Robbie Neller 0473 577 828 Neller Real Estate Noosa Heads 4/33 Picture Point Cres: 2bed, 2bath, 1car apartment, 10am, Luke Chen 0417 600 840 Tom Offermann Real Estate Noosaville 1/1 Bluefin Ct: 3bed, 3bath, 2car duplex apartment, pool, 11am, Sam Plummer 0412 585 494 Angela Wood 0407 147 521 Noosa Estate Agents 8/29 Ann St: 2bed, 1bath, 1car apartment, 12pm, John Swainson 0419 701 856 Laguna Real Estate 4 Bennets Ash Rd: 4bed, 2bath, 2car house, pool, 12.45pm, Eric Seetoo 0419 757 770 Tom Offermann Real Estate ●

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Steered by the watercolour panorama that spreads out before it like an ever-changing artwork, are the megawatt-lustrous Main Beach, Laguna Bay, Noosa River waterways, North Shore, and hinterland. Commensurate, is the massive terrace of the penthouse-style apartment, which is seemingly perched above the trees, and has the prized address of Picture Point Terrace.

Cultivate a sunny state of mind and forever holidays.

Auction Saturday 27 February 10am View Saturday 9.30am Agent Luke Chen 0417 600 840

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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 Friday 12.00-12.30 & Saturday 12pm Agent Eric Seetoo 0419 757 770

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Picture yourself perched in a world-class position, the front row of Little Cove’s First Point, on the doorstep of Noosa National Park, across the road to Little Cove Beach, and drinking in the almost 180-degree views of lustrous Laguna Bay and beyond to the Coloured Sands.

A short stroll along the boardwalk is Hastings Street with its chic boutiques and beachside restaurants.

Auction Saturday 6 March 9am View Friday & Saturday 2.00-2.30 Monday & Wednesday 12.00-12.30 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 12.00-12.30 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 & Saturday 10.00-10.30 Tuesday & Thursday 12.00-12.30 Agent Eric Seetoo 0419 757 770

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Whether you’re admiring the morning light along the northern coastline across Laguna Bay to Double Island Point, or watching the lights of Noosa switch on one by one at dusk, it’s easy to see why Noosa Crest is known for one of Noosa’s most desired views. Enjoy two pools, tennis court, private boat shed and a private boardwalk linking you directly to Hastings Street through the park.

Auction Saturday 13 March 10am View Saturday 11.00-11.30 Agent Lauren Chen 0412 672 375

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Etched with ingenious design, contemporary sensibility, and fluid functionality throughout, the celestial ceilings and louvres allow natural mega-watt luminance to drench the hallway and enhance the rich Jarrah timber floors.

Look ahead to the bold and the beautiful. A double height timber slatted pitched steel roof, plus a custombuilt outdoor kitchen with integrated barbeque, ensure a super-size all-season living space poolside.

Auction Saturday 20 March 10am View Saturday 11.00-11.30 Agent Michael McComas 0447 263 663

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The striking grand, designer residence Eden, is set amongst botanical-like native gardens on one of the largest waterfront reserve parcels on the Noosa North Shore. A safe, secure, stunning oasis, ideal for those seeking an unrivalled lifestyle.

Price $7M Agent Nic Hunter 0421 785 512

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If escaping this summer to the tranquillity of a very chic waterfront residence, with its own beach and a short walk to Hastings Street, sounds too good to be true, start packing. Swoon over the expansive living areas boasting a sunny design-forward aesthetic, also the extensive deck, which appears perched on the 20m water’s edge. The jetty is perfect for sundowners, yet long enough for a power boat requiring deeper water

Price $6.8M View Saturday 10.00-10.30 Agent Julie Bengtsson 0418 980 247

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SUBSTANTIAL, SO MUCH SPACE IF you are on a mission to find a substantial residence with multi alfresco spaces that is 5-minutes to glistening white sand and popular surf breaks, has a big office with a secret door and more, also a water dragon living near the extra-deep pool, this is your lucky moment.

It is arguably the best and quietest street in Castaways Beach and perfectly positioned at the end of the cul-de-sac.

Golden Cane palms fringe the driveway, and statement glass and timber panelled doors open to reveal a masterly constructed and beautifully finished home which exudes class and functionality.

Eyes are immediately drawn to light drenching the impressive honey-hued timber flooring in the hallway and a casual lounge area, which seamlessly leads out to a massive undercover terrace. Look further and be totally besotted by the overgenerous north-facing private garden. There is ostensibly a wall of bamboo, stands of palms, a favourite-with-the kids ‘lawn’ area and of course the centrepiece is the pool with its extra-deep end and sun terrace.

A timber pathway on the west-side leads to a deck and an office with a custom fit-out, plus an equally large storeroom and powder room behind the secret door.

What a perfect space for a work-at-home executive or an on-line store.

Three carpeted queen-size bedrooms with built-in robes and shutters, share a family bathroom, and two access an undercover patio and courtyard garden.

When it comes to living, dining and entertaining family and friends indoors, the upper level is next level. A covered balcony on the north-side off the dining space, has a blind to shield the westerly sun, also steps down to the pool area just in case the kids need to cool off.

A balcony runs the width of the residence on the ocean-side and the living as per the dining space connects with the C-shaped kitchen which has every accoutrement needed to bring out the inner Jamie Oliver.

The grand master suite with shutters, plush carpet, walk-though robe, and lavish sandy-tiled bathroom also has access to the balcony and amazing sunrises.

“This residence keeps on giving,” comments Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Cameron Urquhart. “Whether keen entertainers, beach lovers, surfers, walkers, cyclists, family and business focused, or all the aforementioned, the multiple living areas, both indoors and out, facilitate a

multiplicity of ideas including relaxation.

“The cul-de-sac location so close to dogfriendly Castaways Beach, in a town brimful with natural assets plus such an idyllic sub-tropical climate, has proved to be very popular, and demand is not going to stop.”

Featuring: Land Size: 795m2 House Area: 411m2 Pool: 10.2m x 3.6m x 2.4m deep + sun terrace Garage: 2-car + storage About: 5-minute walk to beach; main undercover alfresco 4.5mx6.6m; 2nd level undercover terrace 8.5m x 3.3m; lower level office/storeroom/powder room; inventory negotiable; Northern Napia hybrid timber flooring; plush carpeted bedrooms; aircon/fans; tinted windows, shutters, fly screens + blockout blinds; 3,000L rain-

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HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 13 Antipodes Close, CASTAWAYS BEACH Description: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: $2.295M Inspect: By appointment Contact: Cameron Urquhart, 0411 757 570, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE noosatoday.com.au

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A GOLDEN HAVEN IN THE HEART OF SUNSHINE DO you dream of an effortless idyllic lifestyle close to the sand?

How about a flawless Sunshine Beach beauty with visually arresting, timeless midcentury modern-style architecture, a sea breeze overlay, chic contemporary coastal interior albeit minimalistic, smartly defined spaces with natural elements, and an overall a tranquil environment indoors as well as alfresco?

A rare package: location, high quality and tranquil ambience.

Located in a central and tightly held precinct of Sunshine Beach, this impeccably presented residence, recently upgraded throughout, will impress.

From the side entrance and portico, open the front door and feast your eyes for a serious design statement. Note honeyhued timber flooring and eye-catching artworks in the light drenched highceilinged living space. Doors seemingly disappear on the northerly side providing access to a terrace with outdoor shower and cantilevered crystalline pool.

A timber slatted feature wall, more an art piece, is central to the dining area and an ever-so long new galley-style kitchen and island/breakfast bar, has all high-end appliances and stone countertops.

On another wall, louvres provide superb cross-ventilation while bi-folds open out to a luxe alfresco space with a retractable awning, grey polished concrete-like pavers, a water-wall, and an integrated barbecue.

Perfect for all seasons and every occasion entertaining.

In the residence that keeps on giving, off the alfresco space are two double bedrooms, a bathroom, and laundry. Perfect for guest quarters or a children’s wing.

On the upper level a master bedroom with a large balcony, looks over the swimming pool and verdant surroundings.

The white-tiled bathroom with double vanity and double shower is shared by a bedroom which overlooks the courtyard, has a walk-in robe and could be the perfect nursery.

Downstairs, is a multi-purpose room which is currently used as a teen/ media retreat, and the 2-car tandem garage has been specially kitted out with numerous racks for water ‘toys’ such as paddleboards, surfboards and kayaks.

“What’s not to love! Welcome to the easy life. The location is superb, we’re just metres to the Sunshine Beach village and stunning beaches. White sands, surf and eateries are basically on your doorstep” enthuse Tom Offermann Real Estate agents Tiffany Wilson and Roark Walsh. “Enjoy an amenable sub-tropical climate, the vibrant 14 NOOSA TODAY

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Sunshine Beach village with its eclectic meld of places to shop, eat, drink and arguably the best coffee on the coast, also proximity to Noosa Heads, Hastings Street and the Noosa National Park.

“There is no denying that exclusive Sunshine Beach provides a exceptional lifestyle, so it’s no wonder this year-round ‘holiday’ haven is attracting a new influx of permanent residents relocating from the south.”

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· Versatile floor plan - 5 rooms · Suitable for a myriad of buyers · Perfect lock and leave residence, very low maintenance · Investor friendly: Optional to sleep 12 persons · Saltwater swimming pool + outdoor shower · Three level living · High quality construction, fixtures and fittings · Solid concrete slabs · Immaculately presented · Recently (late 2020) upgraded/refreshed · · · · · ·

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throughout e.g. New kitchen + painted internally and externally + flooring Timber floors, carpeted bedrooms Polished concrete-look pavers, blinds Ducted air-conditioning + fans+ New sonos built-in sound system Alfresco area with integrated Beefeater BBQ + retractable awnings Enjoy filtered water throughout, solar panels New galley kitchen: 5m island bench, stone tops, soft close drawers, Miele dishwasher, Miele oven, Miele 4-burner gas cooktop, integrated fridge/freezer + wine fridge Fully fenced with electric gates w back to base security system Tandem 2-car garage with multiple racks for kayaks, paddle and surf boards Stand-alone residence

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HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 39 Douglas Street, SUNSHINE BEACH Price: On application Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage, pool Inspect: By appointment Contact: Roark Walsh, 0437 447 804 and Tiffany Wilson, 0468 922 519, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE noosatoday.com.au

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5 ‘Asoon Noosa’ 20 James Street Noosaville 3 bed | 2.5 bath | 2 car Open By Apointment

Proudly Richardson&Wrench Noosa | 07 5447 4499

- Paul Clout’s Masterpiece - Private and luxurious Penthouse with roof top pool - 2 min stroll to Noosa river, cafes and shops - Master Builders award winner - Small ultra modern complex - Low maintenance riverside living - Quiet leafy street with lift access

‘The Best Reputation in Real Estate’

$3.2 Million

Frank Milat 0438 528 148 Shane McCauley 0403 646 930

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GAME CHANGING LAND OPPORTUNITY EASILY accessible to the Sunshine Coast motorway providing a link to the Sunshine Coast Airport, Brisbane Airport, Caloundra and Brisbane city, Noosa and the broader surrounding regions. With substantial river frontage, this may well be the largest group land sale in the history of the Sunshine Coast.

With more than 500 Ha. of vacant land in the central Sunshine Coast in total for sale.

The original land holders have worked the land as cane farmers for generations.

With the closure of the sugar mill, a portion of the land has more recently been repurposed to grow livestock feed. The land has been lovingly tended and served the families and community for more than 50 years.

The land is adjacent to the almost completed Sunshine Coast International and Regional Airport, 5km from Maroochydore city centre, 1 hour drive to Brisbane city, close to beaches and Maroochy River catchment. Access to the new international airport exists.

The second parcel is on Maroochy River Northshore which is adjacent to the Maroochy River Golf Course, is parallel to the Maroochy River, and located in the

centre of the Sunshine Coast. This land is surrounded by zonings which include residential, parks and recreation, sports club facilities and special tourist attraction.

The airport plans to create a diverse revenue stream potential from aeronautical, terminal and property income opportunities. Their plan is to expand service coverage and create revenue potential from land located within the airport site through an increase in passenger numbers, passenger spend, car rental and car parking facilities, and other supporting infrastructure This may well be the largest group land sale in the history of the Sunshine Coast. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 369 David Low Way, MARCOOLA Price: Vacant Land: $130,000 Per Ha. Inspect: By appointment Contact: Leanne Southwell, 0423 955 624, RICHARDSON & WRENCH NOOSA noosatoday.com.au

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Newly built, two level duplex, located 800m walk to Noosa River Kitchen fitted with all Bosch appliances & butler’s pantry Living area opens out to the entertaining area & in ground pool Master bedroom, walk in robe & ensuite on the ground floor Tw o g e n e r o u s s i z e d b e d r o o m s , b o t h w i t h e n s u i t e s & w a l k i n r o b e s Balcony overlooking the park situated off one of the bedrooms Luxurious finishes inc stone benchtops, high ceilings & ducted air Superbly landscaped gardens incorporating rockery garden beds Central location, flat level walk to shops, cafes & restaurants

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Expansive two level family home set on 807sqm of land Open plan living with raked ceilings & gas fireplace Master bedroom with large en-suite & walk through robe Three double guest bedrooms, all with built in robes Fully covered entertaining deck overlooking the pool 3 car garage plus side access for large caravan, boat, etc 120sqm approx. internal workshop or parking for vehicles Quiet location, easy walk to river, shops & restaurants

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A RARE FIND ELEVATED from the street and one, of only two townhouses, 1/18 Grant Street is a rare find.

Set over two levels and a 5 minute walk to Noosa Junction’s busy cafes and wine bars, boutique shopping and cinemas, this highly sought after location is perfect for those who love to walk everywhere.

This compact townhouse is well presented, features include open plan living and kitchen, laundry and powder room on the lower level and an outdoor courtyard area.

There are two bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs, the rooms are a generous size and include built-in cupboards.

There is a single garage belonging to the unit. This is an ideal property for a couple, an investor, or a weekend pad for those who like to get away from it all.

This property is perfect for those who are looking for a place to renovate and value add in the heart of Noosa Heads.

With land being so scarce to find in Noosa today, small complexes are also a rarity. Last sold in 2003, 1/18 Grant Street is waiting for you now. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 1/18 Grant Street, Noosa Heads, NOOSA HEADS Description: 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: Range from high $600,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Sam Plummer, 0412 585 494 and Angela Wood, 0407 147 521, NOOSA ESTATE AGENTS 20 NOOSA TODAY

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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.

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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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Here at Century 21 we are not just a group of people working together, we are a TEAM. When you engage Century 21 Conolly Hay Group, you receive the collective knowledge, expertise and experience of every single member of our team, backed by a global brand established 50 years ago.

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Since David Conolly and Mike Hay started as a humble team of two in 2011, the Century 21 Conolly Hay Group has expanded to three offices including Noosa Heads, Peregian Beach and Sunshine Beach, specialising in all things property, whether it is residential properties, off-the-plan developments, land subdivisions or luxury sales. We have now grown to an amazing team of 20 people, including high-achieving sales agents and exceptional support staff, all dedicated to exceeding our clients’ expectations, time and time again.

It’s this unwavering dedication to trust and integrity paired with the drive to always achieve the best results for our clients, that has seen us be awarded the Number 1 Century 21 Agency in Australasia for the past four years running. We stake our reputation on going above and beyond for our clients and helping them realise their property dreams.

Let us show you why we are Noosa’s leading team of real estate professionals. Chat to Century 21 Conolly Hay Group today.

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“I think the result speaks for itself.

Particularly when it involves a sum with a great 7 figures in it. If you are buying or selling property, I would unhesitatingly recommend Greg Smith and Tanya Taylor from Select Noosa Real Estate.”

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Architect-designed home with mountain views 28 acres of quality gently undulating land Parents retreat or air bnb opportunity Designer kitchen with spectacular walk-in pantry 4 x paddocks, cattle yards, 3 spring fed dams 4 x sheds, orchard, garden reticulation Second open plan lounge & dining room Solar heated pool, pavilion with kitchen

Offers Over $1,699,000 Open House: Sat 11:30 - 12:15pm Kess Prior 0404 344 399 kess@hinternoosa.com.au Graham Smith 0408 874 888 grahams@hinternoosa.com.au

30 maple street cooroy 07 5447 7000 sold@hinternoosa.com.au www.hinternoosa.com.au 24 NOOSA TODAY

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WATERSIDE PLAYGROUND, DREAM HOME OPEN the gate into an impressive courtyard garden with gazebo and massive urn-adorned pond, with the essence of audacious design and an unparalleled private lifestyle on the waterfront, visible through frameless glass doors. It is immediately irresistible.

Etched with ingenious contemporary sensibility, and fluid functionality throughout, the celestial ceilings and louvres allow natural mega-watt luminance to drench the hallway and enhance the rich Jarrah timber floors.

Look ahead to the bold and the beautiful. The open plan living and dining spaces meld to outdoors in a transparent way, thanks to frameless glass bi-fold doors. A ravishing double height timber slatted pitched steel roof, plus a custombuilt polished cement outdoor kitchen with integrated barbeque on the eastern side, ensure a super-size, all-season living space poolside. Another section of the terrace also looks over the pool/spa and has an auto weather controlled Vergola, and almost tucked away is a sauna and a fourth bathroom.

Fishing, boating and kayaking enthusiasts will be enamoured with the jetty. Escape in your boat to the upper reaches of the Noosa River using the resident’s only lock and weir system or enjoy kayaking and standup paddle boarding around the numerous

canals of Noosa Waters.

The kitchen is often the heart of the home and burgeoning chefs will relish this one, with black stone benches, long island/ breakfast bar with statement pendants, also high-end Smeg appliances.

Looking for more living space? Yes, it is all here with a captivating environment for all ages, deemed the garden room, because it has bifolds on three sides which spill out to a lawn and rock garden. It is fitted out with custom-built cabinetry and is designed for those with a penchant for movies, video games, pool, and whatever your imagination allows.

When it comes to sophisticated bedroom suites, serious in size and with thoughtful layouts, there are three. The mega master opens out to the terrace and pool, the over-size ensuite features an oval bathtub, a bidet and double vanity basins are framed in black stone.

In the east wing, two king bedroom suites, commensurate in size and fixtures, access an undercover courtyard.

“This residence, in a stellar Noosa Waters’ street is designed for endless summers in a serene environment with zones to suit every taste and age,” remarks Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Michael McComas who is taking the property to auction on Saturday, 20 March 2021 “It’s a perfect example of designing homes for

memorable moments, also using materials which are natural to ensure integrity and character are timeless.

“There’s no time like now to savour the good life with an envy inducing residence in Noosa Waters, which is renowned for high calibre residences, award-winning designs and deep-water frontages. Pride of ownership is evident in the manicured gardens, streetscapes also numerous parks, and there’s a definite prevailing overtone of community, family safety and security”.

Facts & Features: Land Size: 886m² House Size: 354m² Waterfrontage: 10m Pool: 7.7m x 4m incl heated spa Jetty: 9m w kayak/SUP store under deck Garage: 2-car + car/boat/caravan covered space via electric gate About: cul de sac; perfect north facing to waterfront; wide section of waterway; extensive renovations/additions, designed by Robinson Architects w block walls + steel/concrete roofing reflect total new build; considerations incl low maintenance, privacy and latest technology/security; Jarrah flooring; celestialheight ceilings; aircon/fans; auto internal blinds; study + laundry w outdoor access adjacent to kitchen; Guest powder room and ample storage throughout; bidet in

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master suite; sauna & fourth bathroom with external access near pool; approved plans for 4th bedroom Kitchen: black stone benches; 3.2m island/breakfast bar; walk-in pantry; Smeg dble oven, 5-burner cooktop, micro; Fisher & Paykel dble dish-drawer; appliance cupboard Outdoor Living: timber slatted pitched steel roof over living/dining space; custom-built cement outdoor kitchen with integrated barbecue and wok burner; terrace w auto weather controlled Vergola Gardens: covered entry way w water feature urn and pond;irrigated ultra-low maintenance gardens; front courtyard 3m x 2.6m gazebo w auto weather controlled Vergola; waterfrontage w Foxtails Palms Security: 5 x security cameras accessible remotely via smart phone app; security meshed louvres; gate intercom; alarm system; secure side gate Location: 5-min walk via Saltwater Ave across Saltwater Bridge to Noosa Village, Gibson Road furniture/appliances, interior design; medical + gym; Gympie Terrace and Noosa River foreshore cafes, bars, restaurants and boutiques; surrounding Noosa Waters’ parks and children’s playgrounds; 3 min drive Noosa Main Beach; resident’s only key card lock access to Noosa River; close to transport links and schools ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 3 Masthead Quay, NOOSA WATERS Description: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3 garage Inspect: Saturday, 27 February, 11.00am - 11.30am Contact: Michael McComas, 0447 263 663, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE Auction: Saturday, 20 March, 10.00am noosatoday.com.au

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NOOSA BEACHSIDE BOUTIQUE REALTORS

TAKE MY BREATH AWAY…

A3 B2 C1

48 BRYAN STREET, SUNSHINE BEACH

INSPECT SAT 27 FEB 10-10.45AM WED 3 MAR 12-12.45PM 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.

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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

VISIT OUR OFFICE 36 Duke Street, Sunshine Beach, QLD 4567 OR CALL US (07) 5447 2999

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LOCATION PERFECT, LIFESTYLE DESIRABLE THIS fully furnished apartment is in the well-located ‘Parkshores’ complex and is on a prime corner in a leafy dress circle pocket just a short stroll to the village hub and beach. It offers a fabulous opportunity for the buyer looking for a well-located holiday home to enjoy plus generate income, or a permanent sea-change.

Elevated and north facing, it is flooded with natural light and circulates cooling sea breezes throughout; comprising two bedrooms, two bathrooms, study nook, open plan living and dining flowing out to balcony with ocean views, generous sized kitchen, and basement parking for one vehicle plus storage and lift access to apartment. It is the perfect size for a couple or single.

Ceiling fans, security screens, carpet in bedrooms, easy-care tiled flooring in living, shower over bath in main bathroom, new shower screens and good storage; are existing features of note - everything is neat and tidy, and presentation is immaculate.

‘Parkshores’ is a well-established boutique apartment block with onsite

managers, and a communal pool, sunbathing terrace, and barbecue area; framed by lush vegetation maximising privacy. It has a relaxing, resort-style ambience all year around…a wonderful place to visit, or even better, live.

Just 100 metres to the sand and a three-minute walk to Duke Street dining you will rarely need the car; you can even walk to Noosa through the national park, with various walking trails connecting you to popular spots including Alexandria Bay. The Sunshine Coast market is dominating the national landscape right now, experiencing an unprecedented surge in demand from local, interstate, and even international buyers. Sunshine Beach is one of the most searched for locales, and widely recognised as one of the most desirable places to live and invest in Queensland, if not Australia.

If you’ve been thinking of investing in your slice, you will need to act immediately - the owners are highly motivated, the location is outstanding and the lifestyle exceptional.

· Air-conditioned light-filled, fully furnished apartment · Well-located boutique ‘Parkshores’ complex · 2 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, study nook · Generous sized kitchen, open plan living · North facing balcony with ocean views

· Basement parking with storage cupboard · Lift access to unit, onsite management · Communal inground pool and barbecue · ·

terrace Short walk to beach and village dining Perfect holiday unit or sea-change ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 7/2 Park Crescent, SUNSHINE BEACH Description: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: On application Inspect: Saturday, 27 February, 12noon-12.45pm Contact: Kathy Wise, 0407 968 300, SUNSHINE BEACH REAL ESTATE, 5447 2999

SUNSHINE BEACH REAL ESTATE

NOOSA BEACHSIDE BOUTIQUE REALTORS

A LIFESTYLE TO SAVOUR...

4 COURAGEOUS PLACE, SUNRISE BEACH

A3 B2 C2 D This absolutely immaculate home tucked away in a quiet cul-desac within walking distance to the beach, local parks, schools, and leisure facilities; offers family-friendly living of the highest calibre in a coveted neighbourhood.

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Vaulted ceilings, tiled floors, multiple living areas Immaculate family home on pristine 758m2 Central kitchen, north-east facing alfresco Walk to beach, schools, parks, leisure facilities

INSPECT

SAT 27 FEB 11-11.45AM

FOR SALE CONTACT AGENT

AGENT KATHY WISE 0407968300

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OPEN HOMES Time

Address

A B C

Price Guide

Agent Time

Black Mountain

Address

Price Guide

A B C

Agent

2.00 - 2.45pm

9 Currawong Street

3

2

2

Auction

Dowling Neylan 0405 976 181

2.00 - 2.30pm

4/18 Park Rd

3

2

1

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0419 757 770

3

2

1

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0419 757 770

2

2

1

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0419 757 770

3

2

1

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0419 757 770

Saturday 27th February Monday 1st March 10.30 - 11.00am

151 Blanckensee Road

4

3

3

O/O $995,000

Wythes Real Estate 0407 730 987

11.30 - 12.15pm

203 Black Mountain Road

4

4

7

Offers Over $1,699,000

12.00 - 12.30pm

4/18 Park Rd

Hinternoosa 0404 344 399

Tuesday 2nd March

Boreen Point

12.00 - 12.30pm

Saturday 27th February 4.00 - 4.30pm

61 Woongar Street

3

4/25 Allambi Rise

Wednesday 3rd March 2

4

Offers Invited

Wythes Real Estate 0415 111 370 12.00 - 12.30pm

4/18 Park Rd

Eumundi

Noosaville

Friday 26th February

Saturday 27th February

11.00 - 11.30am

2 Cook Street

2

1

1

O/O $1,000,000

Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0438 695 505 10.00 - 10.30am

17/14 James St

1

1

1

Price Guide $495,000 Tom Offermann Real Estate 0418 144 484

10.00 - 10.30am

1/1 Bluefin Court

3

3

2 Auction 27th Feb, 11am

11.00 - 11.30am

7/283-285 Weyba Road

2

2

1

Contact Agent

Laguna Real Estate 0404 473 937

12.30 - 1.00pm

8/29 Ann Street

2

1

1

Auction

Laguna Real Estate 0419 701 856

1

1

1

Noosa Estate Agents 0412 585 494

Noosa Heads Thursday 25th February 11.00 - 11.30am

8602/5 Morwong Drive

3

3

1

CONTACT AGENT

Reed & Co. Estate Agents 0438 695 505

Friday 26th February

Wednesday 3rd March 11.00 - 11.30am

10.00 - 10.30am

4/25 Allambi Rise

2

2

1

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0419 757 770

12.00 - 12.30pm

4 Bennets Ash Rd

4

2

2

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0419 757 770

12.00 - 1.00pm

2/53 Noosa Pde

3

2

1

$1,350,000

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0418 714 653

17/14 James St

Price Guide $495,000 Tom Offermann Real Estate 0418 144 484

Noosa Waters Saturday 27th February 2.00 - 2.30pm

4/18 Park Rd

3

2

1

Auction

10.00 - 10.30am

2Topsails Pl

4

3

2

$2,600,000

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0447 263 663

11.00 - 11.30am

3 Masthead Qy

3

4

3

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0447 263 663

1

1

$425,000

Wythes Real Estate 0407 730 987

2

2

Contact Agent

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0419 757 770

Saturday 27th February

Pinbarren 9.30 - 10.00am

4/33 Picture Point Cres

2

2

1

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0417 600 840

10.00 - 10.30am

18 Cooran Ct

4

4

3

$6,800,000

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0418 980 247

10.00 - 10.30am

4/25 Allambi Rise

2

2

1

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0419 757 770

11.00 - 11.30am

35/17 Natasha Ave

3

2

1

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0417 600 840

Sunrise Beach

12.00 - 12.30pm

4 Bennets Ash Rd

4

2

2

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0419 757 770

Saturday 27th February

12.00 - 12.30pm

16/8 Quamby Pl

3

2

1

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0417 600 840 11.00 - 11.45am

Saturday 27th February 9.30 - 10.00am

1383 Greenridge Pinbarren 1

4 Courageous Place

3

Sunshine Beach Real Estate 07 5447 2999

Time

Address

A B C

Price Guide

Agent Time

Address

Sunshine Beach

Saturday 6th March

Saturday 27th February

9.00 - 9.30am

A B C

OPEN HOMES

Price Guide

Agent

4/18 Park Rd

3

2

1

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0419 757 770

9.00 - 9.30am

39 Douglas St

4

2

2

Contact Agent

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0437 447 804 10.00 - 10.30am

16/8 Quamby Pl

3

2

1

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0417 600 840

12.00 - 12.45pm

7/2 Park Cres

2

2

1

Contact Agent

Sunshine Beach Real Estate 07 5447 2999 11.00 - 11.30am

4/25 Allambi Rise

2

2

1

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0419 757 770

1.00 - 1.45pm

162 Edwards Street

4

3

2

Contact Agent

Sunshine Beach Real Estate 07 5447 2999

3

2

2

Auction

Dowling Neylan 0405 976 181

3

2

1

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0417 600 840

Friday 12th March

Tewantin

4.00 - 4.30pm

Saturday 27th February

Saturday 13th March

10.00 - 11.00am

70 Furness Drive

4

2

2 O/O $780,000 Considered

12.00 - 12.30pm

3 Laurina Court

3

2

1

Contact Agent

Laguna Real Estate 0428 711 163 10.00 - 10.30am

9 Currawong Street

35/17 Natasha Ave

Dowling Neylan 0405 976 181

Noosaville Verrierdale

Saturday 27th February

Saturday 27th February 10.00 - 10.45am

92 Dean Road

4

3

6

Offers Over $1,995,000

11.00 - 11.30am

1/1 Bluefin Court

3

3

2 Auction 27th Feb, 11am

Noosa Estate Agents 0412 585 494

12.30 - 1.00pm

8/29 Ann Street

2

1

1

Auction

Laguna Real Estate 0419 701 856

3

2

1

Auction

Sunshine Beach Real Estate 07 5447 2999

3

2

1

Auction

Sunshine Beach Real Estate 07 54472999

Hinternoosa 0404 344 399

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Sunshine Beach Saturday 27th February

Noosa Heads

10.00 - 10.45am

Saturday 27th February

48 Bryan Street

Wednesday 3rd March

10.00 - 10.30am

4/33 Picture Point Cres

2

2

1

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0417 600 840

12.45 - 1.15pm

4 Bennets Ash Rd

4

2

2

Auction

Tom Offermann Real Estate 0419 757 770 12.00 - 12.45pm

48 Bryan Street

Buying, Selling & Renting from the mountains to the sea

30 Maple Street, Cooroy | www.hinternoosa.com.au | 5447 7000

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TOP FLOOR, NORTH FACING APARTMENT WELCOME to this fabulous, private two bedroom, two bathroom apartment overlooking the pool area and just a stroll to our beloved Noosa River with its famous restaurants and bars, boat and kayak hire, public fishing jetties, ferry stops and free buses to Noosa Main Beach and the Noosa Marina during holiday season.

Arguably the best position in the modern, upmarket 4.5 Star Verano Luxury Resort overlooking the pool through the leavy outlook.

Featuring: Excellent returns with professional on-site management Fully furnished two bedroom, two bathroom apartment with high ceilings throughout New flooring in the living/dining area, airconditioning and ceiling fans Top floor, north facing, large balcony with leafy views Entertaining area with barbecue, heated pool, and spa plus a children’s pool Secure undercover parking with private storage bay and visitor car park Six months settlement offered

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If you are looking for a first-class investment or easy ‘live-in and lock up and leave’, this is the one! ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 7/283-285 Weyba Road, NOOSAVILLE Description: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: On application Inspect: Saturday, 11am-11.30am Contact: Bettina Mertel, 0404 473 937, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

PERFECT NOOSA WEEKENDER THIS fabulous little money generator will not be on the market long. Being fully furnished with low fees and high returns make this an easy decision for investors.

Single level living that will suit a broad range of buyers. You will not find a better place to lay your hat and utilise as your Noosa weekender, or to live the dream and reside permanently in this quiet ‘blue chip’ location on Noosa Hill.

The extensive 77m² courtyard is unique to this one-bedroom apartment, creating the perfect outdoor entertaining area for

guests. Cooling ocean breezes, freshly painted with a beautifully renovated kitchen and new flooring in the bedroom, no wonder the reviews are so complimentary for contemporary beach abode.

Noosa Hill delivers the ultimate location for being walking distance to all everything Noosa has on offer and catering to all palettes and desires. Placed centrally between all Noosa Junction and Hastings Street, pristine beaches and tranquil National Park walks with no parking hassles, this one is a little gem. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 5/40-42 Grant Street, NOOSA HEADS Description: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 garage Price: $495,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Sharon McLure 0400 084 975, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE 30 NOOSA TODAY

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Kellie has over 25 years experience in the Real Estate industry!

Adopting the role of Department Manager for Permanent Rentals, she is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the departments and the task of managing the growing business.

Whilst managing a dynamic work environment Kellie's commitment to service contributes significantly to the future of our business and delivers the best possible results for our clients.

Kellie is completely up to date with all Real Estate legislation and loves the challenge this industry can provide. She is dedicated to serving her clients with the highest level of service and integrity.

If you are interested in getting an honest rental appraisal for your property then please call Kellie who would only be too happy to help.

Kellie Drinnan

DEPARTMENT MANAGER 0488 780 110 kellie@lagunarealestate.com.au

Entry Level Opportunity!

AuctiOn tOmOrrOW OnSitE 1pm

8/29 Ann StrEEt, nOOSAviLLE

2A 1B 1C • Renovate and reap the rewards this property offers!

• Create your ideal home, idyllic weekender or rental property • Small residential complex, east facing balcony, garden views • Terrific two bedroom unit, solid brick, lots of character • A few minutes walk to the Noosa River and Gympie Terrace • Low maintenance, low body corporate fees, spacious grounds • Properties of this kind are in short supply, don’t delay

AuctiOn On Site Sat 27 Feb 1pm viEW Sat 12.30-1pm

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John Swainson 0419 701 856