Noosa Today - 29th September 2023

Howl of a day

By Margie Maccoll

Every year for the past three years the locals at Peregian Beach set aside a day to celebrate their dogs.

Last Sunday Doggy Vibes was the biggest event to date with dogs of all shapes and sizes and their owners taking part in activities, competitions, enjoying the entertainment and investigate the dog market.

Led by Jon and Brett of Peticular, the Peregian Beach Business Association initiative brought together canine services, rescue organisations, dog services and dog product producers.

Jon said Peregian Beach is such a dog-friendly place people enjoy it so much they want to keep doing it and every year businesses get to show their wares.

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A howling good time for Whisky with Dave and Sarah.

Best in business

After hundreds of hours of judging, the finalists’ results are in for the 2023 Sunshine Coast Business Awards with Noosa businesses featuring strongly.

Sunshine Coast Business Awards Chair Jennifer Swaine said this year saw more entries submitted than ever before.

“We are very excited to announce this year’s finalists. Overall we have 137 across 16 different categories,” Mrs Swaine said.

Mrs Swaine said this year’s entries were

again of a very high calibre.

“Year on year, we see higher and higher quality entries, and it is very clear entrants are working hard on their applications, so I would like to congratulate this year’s finalists and also thank everyone who entered,” Mrs Swaine said.

Finalists in the Noosa region included Noosa Springs Golf and Spa Resort, Team BnB, Cerge, Sell Securely, Absolute Plastering, Admins The Answer, Social Tap, Nikki FogdenMoore The Mojo Maker, NOOSA alive!, Sun-

shine Coast Ballooning, Noosa Black Garlic, Integrated Rehab Centre, Kaali Gourmet Indian Restaurant, Sunshine Beach Surf Club, Bendigo Community Bank Sunshine Coast, BOQ Noosa, The Branding Office, Katie Rose Cottage Hospice, Youturn, Bespoke Noosa Car Rentals, Laguna Pest Control, Rosecliffe Boutique Farm Cottages and Crisp Communications Co.

Mrs Swaine said the finalists would now enter the next stage of the judging process, with interviews taking place over the coming weeks.

“In addition to the interviews, Finalists will also have the opportunity to participate in the Masterclass to assist them to make the most of being a finalist, ahead of the much- anticipated Awards Gala in November.”

Mrs Swaine said the Sunshine Coast Business Awards were only possible thanks to the volunteer Awards committee and the panel of judges as well as the financial support of sponsors.

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Picture: ROB MACCOLL

WEATHER

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· Running Time: Approximately 60 minutes

· Actors: Mary Eggleston, Dan O’Callaghan, and Alice Beaver Clapham

· Stage Manager: Kathryn Barnes

· Where: The Black Box at the Old Ambo Station in Nambour

· When: 7 October at 3pm

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Noosa strong in finalists

From page 1 Sunshine Coast Business Awards judging chairman Bruce Williams said all the judges for the awards were highly successful businesspeople who all volunteered their time to read through the entries and now would participate in the interview process for finalists.

“Each judge has read over 20 applications, which means the judges have read about 110,000 words each. Combined, that is more than 2.8 million words read, or like reading all seven Harry Potter novels 2.6 times, so it is a lot of work.

Mrs Swaine said the awards relied on sponsorships to ensure they could deliver the program throughout the year, leading to the gala awards celebration in November.

“We are delighted to have a record level of support from our sponsors this year, including naming rights sponsor, LPE.

“We now look forward to working with our finalists as we complete the judging process and are excited as we head towards our celebration gala event that will be held on 11 November at the Sunshine Coast Convention Centre.

“I would also like to acknowledge the committee members who are also volunteers and who contribute around 100 volunteer hours a month to deliver the awards year after year.”

The Business of theYear winner is chosen from the winners of the categories. Hall of Fame Awards are awarded to those who have won their category three years in a row.

To find out more about the Awards visit sunshinecoastbusinessawards.com.au

Noosa Today proudly sponsors the 2023 Sunshine Coast Business Awards.

The federal government this week released its Employment White Paper, titled Working Future, described as “a roadmap to ensure more Australians can make the most of the big shifts underway in the economy and our society over the coming decades“, which include the rising demand for quality care and support services, the increased use of digital and advanced technologies, and climate change and the net zero transformation.

Working Future presents a vision for a dynamic and inclusive labour market in which everyone has the opportunity for secure, fairly paid work and people, businesses and communities can be beneficiaries of change and thrive.

High on the list of objectives is full employment.

“We want to create an economy where everyone who wants a job is able to find one without having to search for too long,“ Treasurer Jim Chalmers said.

Among immediate steps as part of the paper are two welfare law reforms to enable job seekers to work for longer while retaining social security concessions, and allow pensioners to work more before payments are reduced.

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Australia’s first White Paper on Full Employment in Australia, was published in 1945 in which the Australian government accepted an obligation to guarantee full employment and to intervene as necessary to implement that guarantee.

According to HC Coombs of the Australian National University in his 1994 research paper the 1945 white paper argued economic fluctuations were a factor of the capitalist system but powers possessed by the nation state could be used in the public interest to modify their effect on employment, as had been achieved during WWII.

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AI helping cut emissions

Innovative machines and artificial intelligence (AI) technology are significantly reducing emissions at Noosa’s Eumundi Road Landfill facility.

In a boost to Council’s war on waste, Noosa councillors last Tuesday officially launched a new polystyrene thermal processing machine and Containers for Change reverse vending machine.

“We’re very proud of this,“ Mayor Clare Stewart said. “This will save Noosa Council $380,000 per year. It was a $300,000 investment.

“With this technology, we can process polystyrene in-house, sparing an estimated 50 tonnes – the equivalent of two Olympic swimming pools – of polystyrene from ending up in our landfill each year. What this machine will do, it will reduce that amount of polystyrene by 90 per cent. That means far less going into landfill.

“Also that 90 per cent of polystyrene is part of the circular economy. It’s reused. It’s reused for decking, reused for picture frames.

“It’s a huge impost, polystyrene, on our landfill. This machine will go a long way to reducing the impacts of landfill and the concerns around that.We know 60 per cent of emissions come from landfill. This is huge ammunition in our war on waste.”

“We saw in February 2022 with the pontoons that washed ashore in Noosa during the floods, just how environmentally destructive polystyrene can be to Noosa, so this thermal compactor is a real game-changer.”

The thermal compactor works by heating up polystyrene waste and compressing it into small, solid bricks. This process reduces the material’s size by 90 per cent, making it more manageable and cost-effective to transport for repurposing into new products.

Waste Services manager Kyrone Dodd encouraged residents to make use of the facility and contribute to the circular economy.

“Unfortunately, people can’t put polystyrene in their yellow lidded bins, but we do encourage them to store it and bring it to Noosa’s Eumundi Road facility so it can be repurposed rather than sent to landfill,” he said.

Mr Dodd said now the machine was up and running, the Council would be working on locating different suppliers and the best prices for the recycled polystyrene and expect to be able to sell the material for reuse for about $400 a ton.

Gympie Council has also come on board with the technology and committed to sending its polystyrene for processing as part of the newly signed Waste Memorandum of Understanding agreement between the two councils.

The installation of a Reverse Vending Machine (RVM) as part of the Containers for Change container refund scheme is proving popular at the Eumundi Road Landfill facility.

In a partnership with Ecoboxtec, the RVM has a combination of four identification methods, including shape recognition using AI, developed at Peregian Beach Digital Hub, to accept eligible drink containers.

Ecoboxtec director Julien Craeye said the easy-to-use machine reduces handling, logistics and CO2 emissions.

“This is the first one in Australia, the first

in Queensland. It’s been manufactured in Queensland,” he said.

“What this machine does is it collects material, it separates material and it reduces the size of material at a rate of 30 bottles per minute.We’ve started collecting every day on this site. We also work alongside Containers for Change and make sure the community has easy access to this machine and recycling.

“We have received incredible positive feedback from users who find it quick and convenient in processing rink containers for a refund.

“Recycling one tonne of aluminium cans through the machine saves 6.8 tonnes of CO2 emissions.“

Cr Stewart said Council was tackling waste head-on and identifying opportunities to turn waste into a resource.

“These two new machines are tangible examples of how Council is diverting recyclable material from landfill to both reduce emissions and conserve landfill space,” she said.

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Noosa councillors test out the new polystyrene thermal processing machine at Noosa landfill.

Pictures: ROB MACOLL Mayor Clare Stewart and Cr Amelia Lorentson try out the new AI operated Reverse Vending Machine.

Polystyrene is compressed into bricks ready for reuse.

The processing machine empties the compressed polystyrene into a bin.

Polystyrene is loaded on to a conveyor beltto be mulched up, heated and compressed.

Flying fox plan endorsed

By Margie Maccoll

As the seasonal influx of little red flying foxes approaches Noosa Council has approved a new flying-fox management plan that uses a set of stages instead of a measure of conflict, to guide its management, while assisting with the impact on residents is under review and long term strategies ongoing.

Presented to Council by the Fauna Management project officer this month, the Flying-fox Statement of Management Intent (SoMI) sets out Council’s approach to flying-fox management within the Shire, providing guidance to staff, contractors and private landholders.

The SoMI follows the state government’s devolvement of management to councils and funding for local government for SoMIs as part of the transition.

Flying foxes are protected under the Nature Conservation Act 1992 (NCA), and grey-headed flying-foxes are also protected under the Commonwealth Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act 1999). The Queensland Government has developed Codes of Practice to guide local governments in their management of flying-fox roosts.

After Noosa Council’s draft SoMI was endorsed in August 2022, the document was put out to consultation from September 2022 to May 2023 which included community surveys through Your Say Noosa, and the application of the SoMI to high conflict flying-fox roosts at Wallace Park, Noosaville, Keys Creek, Kin Kin, and Waratah Reserve, Tewantin.

“That was productive,“ staff said at Council’s Planning and Environment meeting.

“The main feedback was that originally we used the level of conflict to guide council through management - set at low, medium, high.

“The issue with having conflict as the main guide was it is very subjective. It’s different for different people living next to a flying fox colony and roosts move around and can affect different residents at different times.

“It wasn’t a suitable trigger. Now If a roost has some level of contact we go through a stage management approach.

“It applies equity between roosts. The response can range from monitoring a roost to creating management plans. We can jump through stages if we have a large influx.

“We have 10 active roosts and that’s variable - it can change overnight. About eight of those have some level of human contact,” staff said.

“We can have small and large roosts that cause high conflict.”

Flying fox management about building education across the community, informing where they fit in with our urban community and building tolerance with living with flying foxes where there is no other option, staff said.

Noosa has permanent flying fox populations of two species - grey-headed and blackheaded flying foxes. Then from November to April the shire anticipates the arrival of little red flying foxes.

“When they arrive it can have greater im-

pact because of the numbers. It’s not uncommon to see 50,000-400,000 influx. We’ve had major influxes at Wallace park. We had an influx at Waratah reserve this year,“ staff said.

In addition to the SoMI council officers have generated site specific management plans for roosts at Wallace Park, Waratah Reserve, Keys creek, Kin Kin, and Cooroy next to aged care facility.

“Looking at site-based management options we need to have site management plans,“ staff said.

In addition to the SoMI Council’s environmental services aim to undertake a review of the subsidy plan, which Council also endorsed, after resident feedback was that it did not supply enough for some residents.

“Noosa is one of three councils across SEQ that has a subsidy plan, but it’s probably time to review it,“ staff said.

Cr Brian Stockwell asked if there were longterm strategies in the pipeline after years spent on management methods based on reacting to flying-fox influxes.

“The little reds come here for bloodwoods.

Do we try and attract them away from urban areas and establish alternative roosting areas,“ he asked.

Staff said Noosa Council was part of SEQ regional flying fox project that involved mapping roosts, tracking flying-fox movements and creating planting guides for local governments to attract or not attract flying-foxes.

Cr Amelia Lorentson raised the issue of roost dispersal, the high cost of attempting to disperse a roost and its low success rate, as documented in a CSIRO report and asked if residents could be provided with scientific information on the issue.

Staff said the information had not been provided shire-wide but it had been given to residents impacted by roosts.

“We’ve had a lot of residents chasing dispersal but when we presented case studies we saw a shift in people’s attitudes,“ staff said.

“Last dispersal conducted locally was in Sunshine Coast Council region and resulted in a split roost that created two roosts and two problems. We don’t have the science to do this.“

Cr Karen Finzel asked how Council was supporting people to relieve mental health issues for those having to live with a roost on a daily basis?

“It’s a tricky one,” staff said. “The subsidy program doesn’t have all answers. We have sought increases from the state government including money to relieve mental health issues. We had Queensland Health reps at Waratah Reserve.

“They supplied a doctor who talked to the health risks regarding flying foxes. The support is there but it’s very challenging for people to live there in some cases. It’s dependent on the roost dynamics. Everyone’s impacted differently. It comes down to consultation and identifying what the impacts are to residents by talking to them.

“It’s something we could look at as part of a regional plan.“

For more information, visit noosa.qld.gov. au/environment-waste/environment/treesplants-animals/flying-foxes

An influx of little red flying-foxes impacted residents at Waratah Reserve earlier this year.

An influx of little red flying-foxes impacted residents at Waratah Reserve earlier this year.

Little red flying foxes migrate to Noosa annually from November to April.

Garden open

When the gorgeous Japanese Gardens at Katie Rose Cottage Hospice officially opened on 21 September, five years after the idea was first conceived, they formed a tapestry of vibrant colour with many of the plants in full bloom.

The Japanese Garden was opened by Japanese Consul-General Gomakubo Junji, and Katie Rose Cottage Hospice Board member, Glen Elmes, joined by Japanese Vice-Consul Tomohiro Koyama.

Fellow board members in attendance included Simon Gamble, Claire Middleton, Jill Morley, chief executive officer John Gabrielson, KRCH gardening and maintenance volunteers and hospice staff.

The concept for the Japanese Gardens, replete with a waterfall, bridges, ponds, a walkthrough mandala, and Japanese teahouse, was put forward to Katie Rose Cottage Hospice (KRCH) by volunteer gardener Kathleen Bolt in 2018, building on suggested early garden designs.

“Susan had designs for a zen garden and a labyrinth garden and I thought a Japanese garden would complement those two ideas well,” Kathleen explained.

“There was a lot of research into what type

of sub-tropical plants could be used to substitute for Japanese cold climate plants. Another volunteer, Phil, who is an engineer, had visited Japan more than once and used his knowledge to draw up the plans for the site.”

The KRCH nursery team propagated most of the plants for the garden, while the remaining plants were either donated or purchased.

The ambitious project was completed in September 2022 and is lovingly maintained by the Hospice Garden Team.

The KRCH Japanese Gardens were financed by Noosa Council, Eumundi Rotary, Brett and Sheryl Hill and a successful application for a grant from the Gambling Community Benefit Fund.

KRCH acting chair Les Godwin, said the Japanese Gardens were a place of calm and tranquillity for guests and their families and friends.

“We have been very lucky to have such dedicated and talented volunteers work so hard to create something truly special here at Katie Rose Cottage,” he added.

“We simply could not have developed the Japanese Gardens without their work, their ideas and commitment.”

Gong for Indigenous doco

A documentary about an Indigenous roller skater from the Sunshine Coast has won the Inspiring Woman in a Film category at a prestigious US film festival.

The Los Angeles Film Awards 2023 announced this month that Skate or Cry, starring local skater Tia Pitman, not only took out the category but gained an honorary mention for Best Documentary Short as well. Tia said she was excited but humbled by the award.

“It’s so crazy that this Indigenous Australian story has been shared around the world and appreciated by people in Los Angeles,” she said. “I feel anxious sometimes about sharing my story, but I’ve realised through the love and support I have that it can actually make a positive impact.”

The documentary was based on a concept by Jacob Lydford and co-directed by David Cook and Wes Greene as part of the Sunny Coast Showdown, a talent incubator where locals win funding, support and mentoring to produce their own film and TV ideas. David said making the film and helping Tia tell her story was a pleasure. “Skate or Cry is a powerful and bold story. Tia is courageous and sharing First Nations stories is important, especially when it comes to [finding your] identity,” he said.

Co-director Wes Greene said the award helps prove the skills of local filmmakers from the Sunshine Coast.“I’m wrapped that the film is succeeding on the festival circuit, in particular in LA, given it’s the epicentre of filmmaking,” he said. “Likewise, it’s awesome recognition for Sunny Coast Showdown, who have worked incredibly hard and established what I consider the best professional film/TV development opportunity in the country.”

Four of the films made by the Sunny Coast Showdown have been recognised by film festivals around the world. Skate or Cry

has been officially selected for the Heart of Gold International Film Festival and the Los Angeles Documentary Film Festival as well as winning at the LA Film Awards. The Stripper Trade Off written by StephenWalker won best screenplay at the Rangebow Micro Film Festival. Slow Dating by Adam Szudrich has won official selection at the Giove International Film Festival and was a semi-finalist at the Miami Short Film Festival. Bin Day by Ryan N Butler has been officially selected for The Indian International Short Film Festival, the Twin Cities Film Fest and the Heart of Gold International Film Festival.

Tia Pitman, Jakob Lydford and David Cook at SevGen Farm.

Junji Gomakubo, Consul-General of Japan. Picture: EMMA ANDERSON OF LOVE LOOP

Motorcycle gangs targeted

Taskforce Maxima has charged 18 people with 84 offences as part of Operation Victor Median, a targeted campaign disrupting illegal activities linked to outlaw motorcycle gangs (OMCGs) in the Wide Bay Burnett region.

Operation Victor Median ran from 12 to 15 September with tactical action taken against alleged members and associates of OMCGs including Rebels, Bandidos, and Satudarah across Bundaberg, Maryborough, Hervey Bay and Gympie.

Ten search warrants were executed across the four days, resulting in police seizing quantities of dangerous drugs, weapons and other items including approximately 551g of cannabis ,8.13g of cocaine and 31.8g of methylamphetamine. On 15 September, detectives from Organised Crime Gangs Group executed a search warrant at a Maryborough property.

Police have released vision of the warrant where it is alleged two firearms were located, both hidden within a cut-out in a wall.

Quantities of methylamphetamine, cannabis, firearm magazines and ammunition were also seized, along with an allegedly stolen QPS identification badge.

A 41-year-old man, an alleged associate of Satudarah OMCG, was charged with two counts each of possessing dangerous drugs, unlawful possession of weapons, four counts of possession of a detachable magazine without a licence and one count each of stealing, receiving tainted property, possess property suspected of having been used in the commission of a drug offence, authority required to

possess explosives and fail to properly dispose of needle and syringe.

He was remanded in custody and is next expected to have his matter heard before Maryborough Magistrates Court on 30 October.

A 26-year-old woman was charged with two counts of possessing dangerous drugs and one count of possessing property suspected of having been used in connection with the commission of a drug offence.

She is expected to appear before Maryborough Magistrates Court on 23 October.

Operations Commander for the Organised Crime Gangs Group Detective Superintendent Troy Pukallus said police are resolute in their concerted efforts to disrupt and dismantle these criminal groups who prey on our community.

“To be clear, these groups make their money through violence and intimidation as well

Noosa Coast Guard welcomes speed cuts

August was a generally quiet month for Noosa Coast Guard, however, it provided an opportunity for crews to hone their skills and teach the newer members basic boating and technical skills.

On a wider front, the dredging of the river in the vicinity of Dog Beach was halted.

While there is a channel now open around Dog Beach, boaters have had to be cautious as swimmers regularly swim across the channel at the beach. The remainder of the river towards the Spit is increasingly difficult to navigate due to the shifting sand banks.

Coast Guard has welcomed the Marine Safety Queensland decision to reduce the boating speed in some parts of the Noosa River and the decision is timely with the approach of the September/ October school holidays.

The southern shore from Noosa Sound to Lake Doonella and the Dog Beach areas near the Noosa River entrance are now permanently limited to six knots.

“During the month, we were called on to provide assistance to a number of boaties,“ Flotilla Commander Lindsay Hall said.

“These involved escorts both in and out of the river and attending to mechanical issues that involved both towing and rafting.“

“While there have been a number of informal conversations with the staff of Marine Rescue Queensland (MSQ), no decisions have been made as to when Coast Guard Noosa will be merged into the new organisation. The

legislation covering MSQ is not expected until mid 2024.

“We are grateful to our small team of sponsors for their support of our service to the community and thank you for your ongoing support.

“We continue to do the sausage sizzles at Bunnings on the second and fourth Monday of each month and we would like to encourage our marine assist members and supports to come and introduce yourselves to the BBQ crew,“ Mr Hall said.

as selling dangerous substances to vulnerable people. This is the driving force to keep the pressure on to defeat their illegal activities.”

“The public help us with this pressure by continuing to supply information and intelligence to help us break the cycle of violence and crime. Please be assured that we act on each and every piece of information no matter how small,” Detective Superintendent Pukallus said.

Stabbing charges

Police have charged two people after a man was stabbed in Pomona onTuesday night, 19 September.

It will be alleged around 11pm two people forced entry to a Pine Street residence before stabbing the man and fleeing the scene.

A 23-year-old Pomona man was transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital with two wounds to his abdomen. He remains in hospital in a stable condition.

Police located the two people in a residence at Pottery Street just after midnight.

It will be further alleged the three people are known to each other.

A 25-year-old Cooroy woman and a 24-year-old Pomona man have both been charged with one count each of entering a dwelling with intent at night while armed, wounding and wilful damage.

Both were set to appear at the Maroochydore Magistrates Court on Wednesday morning.

Coast Guard vessels John Waddams and Rotary Rescue.

Taskforce Maxima has charged 18 people with 84 offences as part of Operation Victor Median.

Frontline insights

The dedicated founder of Campsite Rescue and coordinator of Homeless Outreach Sunshine Coast is sounding the alarm on the escalating homelessness crisis in the region as she shares insights from the frontline.

Wendi Rampton joined local businessman and podcast host Mal Cayley in the studio for Episode 10 of the Homes for Everyone podcast to urge action in response to the escalating needs of Sunshine Coast residents facing homelessness.

For seven years Wendi visited John’s Landing - a place where people of all ages were living in tents without access to power or water - three times a week to donate meals and essential supplies to the residents.

John’s Landing has since shut but Wendi’s outreach now receives an ever-growing number of calls a week from people living in cars, single mothers who are couch surfing with their children, and individuals who can’t afford to pay their bills while putting food on the table.

“Several years ago people used to assume the homeless are druggos, alcoholics or gamblers but now everyone knows someone who has struggled to find a rental so people are starting to put a face to homelessness.

“I’m seeing a growing number of aged people around 70-plus who have probably been renting all their lives and now they’re in their cars, they’re very scared and they don’t know how to approach organisations like mine for help. It’s terrifying for them,” she said.

To combat the growth, Wendi has assembled a dedicated team of volunteers who join her in visiting and caring for the homeless living under bridges and in remote areas.

“We’d really like more options on how to help these people. The number one need is of course accommodation, food and safety so we would like somewhere to temporarily house people who are feeling vulnerable and offer them somewhere to stay where they can feel

secure, with a hot shower and decent meals.

“We approached council and asked them if we can open a carpark to house people who are living in their vehicles but council gave it to another organisation who didn’t want it so therefore didn’t do anything with it,” Wendi added.

Homes for Everyone founder Mal Cayley said the latest census data showed that in two years the number of homeless people on the Sunshine Coast had doubled.

“This means there are almost 3000 people currently homeless or immediately about to be homeless on the Sunshine Coast.

“At this rate of increase, within the next few months one per cent of the population will be homeless so it’s going to be at least a generation before we see that back in decline,” he said.

Mr Cayley said to fix this crisis, more needs to be done than deal with the symptoms.

“We have to deal with each of the causes which starts with APRA (Australian Prudential Regulation Authority), the federal government, state government, council, community attitudes, planning, taxes and policies.

“It’s going to get worse before it gets better but it can be solved if we tackle those things and if politicians and decision makers at every level have the courage to learn, understand and act,” he added.

The Homes for Everyone initiative is calling for people to put their digital hand up to join the growing voice that’s saying, ‘enough is enough’ and demanding real housing solutions to be delivered. Take 15 seconds to fill in the form at homesforeveryone.com.au so that the collective voice of the community can get the decision makers to pay attention and see real, positive changes achieved.

The Homes For Everyone podcast highlights the dire state of the Sunshine Coast housing market and the unexpected stories of heartbreak from the current crisis. Listen to the Homes For Everyone podcast on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Listnr or visit homesforeveryone. com.au

To find out more about Homeless Outreach Sunshine Coast, visit homelessoutreachsunshinecoast.com/

Survey extended

Over the last monthWide Bay’s Community Survey 2023 has been distributed to letterboxes throughout the electorate as a way for residents to let Federal Wide Bay MP Llew O’Brien know their views on a range of policy issues that come before the Australian Parliament.

Mr O’Brien has extended the deadline for receiving completed surveys until Friday 6 October 2023.

“The things that matter to you are important to me as your representative in the Australian Parliament, so please take the time to complete the survey to help me better understand your needs and priorities,” Mr O’Brien said.

“Copies of the survey can be obtained by calling my office on 4121 2936, or the survey can be completed by visiting my website at llewobrien.com.au/survey”

Wide Bay MP Llew O’Brien

Mal Cayley and Wendi Rampton.

Wendi Rampton helping the homeless.

Care leader

A local teacher, mother of six, and founder of Maternity Consumer Network, has launched a historic maternity care initiative at Parliament House.

Alecia Staines, the visionary behind the nationally acclaimed not-for-profit Maternity Consumer Network (MCN), embarked on a significant journey to the nation’s capital this month.

Her mission: to inaugurate a groundbreaking Maternity Friendship Group, a collaborative effort between MPs and prominent Maternity organisations, held within the hallowed halls of Parliament House.

Joining Ms Staines as co-chairs were local Federal MP, Llew O’Brien along with Alicia Payne MP and Helen Haines MP.

In her impassioned statement, she emphasised the pivotal nature of the gathering, remarking, “It was heartening to witness representatives from across the political spectrum come together to champion the cause of enhancing maternity care for women.“

“Our focus remains on establishing accessible services within communities, augmenting the availability of known midwives, and minimising undue trauma and intervention.“

During the historic convening, the Parliamentary Friends Group delved into a range of critical issues, including the imperative of local birthing alternatives, the pressing need to reduce roadside births, and the implementation of culturally sensitive birthing models for Aboriginal women and infants.

Additionally, discussions centered on elevating Medicare rebates to support private midwives, thereby fortifying the foundational framework of maternity care.

This pioneering initiative marks the inaugural Parliamentary group dedicated to the advancement of maternity care in the annals of parliamentary history.

Since its inception in 2016, MCN, under Ms Staines’ leadership, has been steadfast in

Apply for Vietnam medal

Federal Wide Bay MP Llew O’Brien is encouraging Vietnam veterans to apply for the Commemorative Medallion and Certificate of Commemoration which acknowledges the 50th anniversary of the end of Australia’s involvement in theVietnamWar.

“Between 1962 and 1975, almost 60,000 Australians served during the Vietnam War and while Australia can never repay the debt we owe these veterans, the medallion and certificate are a small way to honour their service,” Mr O’Brien said.

“More than 500 Australians lost their lives in the Vietnam War, and we remember their sacrifice and honour the veterans who returned home bearing the physical and mental scars of their service.” All Australian

veterans who served in the Vietnam War are eligible to receive a medallion, and the widow or family member of an Australian veteran who served is also eligible to apply. Only one medallion is available for each Vietnam War veteran. It is recommended that an agreement is made within the family of a deceased veteran as to who will apply for the medallion and certificate, as the registration process prevents multiple applications on behalf of the same veteran.

Applications for the Vietnam War Commemorative Medallion and Certificate can be made at https://portal.nationalmailing. com.au/DVA/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=&p ercnt;2fDVA%2fVietnam or by calling 1800 838 372.

its commitment to heighten awareness surrounding maternity care outcomes through advocacy, education and training.

In a noteworthy concurrent development, MCN takes immense pride in being named the recipient of a generous $22,000 grant from the QLD Community Gambling Fund in its latest round.

Alecia Staines expressed her gratitude, stating, “This funding will serve as a cornerstone in our ongoing collaborative efforts with other organisations, as we strive to reduce birth trauma and amplify the overall quality of women’s experiences within the maternity system.“

She is also running for Noosa Council in the election next March and a member of LNP.

A salute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Alecia Staines, a local teacher, mother of six, and the visionary behind the nationally acclaimed not-for-profit Maternity Consumer Network.

Tim on the art of design

By Erle Levey

He may be best known for his work on TV and radio but comedian Tim Ross has always had a passion for architecture and design.

At different times he has hosted both the number-one breakfast and drive shows in Sydney. Yet his interest in architecture stems back to growing up in Melbourne’s beachside suburbs.

Noosa and the Sunshine Coast have become part of Tim’s life with a number of visits and speaking engagements through the years.

He returns to Noosa on Friday evening, 6 October, as part of the lead-up to the 2023 Sunshine Coast Open House program.

Over the past 11 years, Tim has performed his live Man About the House show in architecturally-significant buildings and homes all over the world.

A passionate supporter of important issues in Australian architecture and design, he was awarded the National Trust Heritage Award for Advocacy in 2018.

The following year he was awarded the National President’s Prize from the Australian Institute of Architects, then in 2022 Tim was not only asked to be a member of the National Architecture Awards jury, but also awarded an honorary member of the Australian Institute of Architects.

Tim’s first two-part series on Australian architecture, Streets of Your Town, on ABC TV in November 2016 became the most-watched arts program on the ABC for the year. Based on the golden era of Australian architecture in the 1960s and 1970s, it wasn’t just the design of the houses that caught my attention but even the way the streets were connected by parkland and walkways.

It was, as Tim said, when we had a standard of architecture that was the envy of the world. Not just in price, but in the way it reflected aspirations.

His latest TV series about why architecture matters, Designing A Legacy, features Australian families whose lives have been shaped within the walls of modern masterpieces. It poses the question of what will happen to these legacy homes?

A second series, with a broader look at Australian architecture, aired on ABC in June 2023. That will be the background of his talk at Noosa.

Part slideshow, part stand-up comedy and part architecture talk, Designing a Legacy Live sees him telling stories anchored by his passion for Australian architecture and design.

In addition to regularly hosting his local pre-school’s annual fundraiser and writing books, Tim has performed live in more than 100 architecturally-significant buildings across Australia, the UK and US.

Through his passion he shows that good design can create a sense of community, a sense of place, and offer visions for the future.

Australian architect Glenn Murcutt is someone who has inspired Tim, for his ability to design innovative, climate-sensitive private houses that sit so well in the landscape.

He was the one at the fore of Australia’s new

designers - an architect of sustainability and integrity.

However, much of Australia has gone from Dame Edna to Neighbours. and then to Kath and Kim.

We became demanding of space - less interested in outdoors and the neighbourhood.

Suburban streets have become less of a playground as we spend more and more time inside.

We enter through the garage, not the front door.

Owning a house is still an Australian dream ... but how the house has changed is dramatic.

“Architecture forms so much what I do now,’’ Tim said in a phone interview, while changing a tyre on the family car as they

headed north from Sydney.

“That comes from growing up in the suburbs ... the ’60s-’70s architecture got into my skin.

“I got more and more into it, and now basically it’s become my life.

“There is some great architecture in Noosa and on the Sunshine Coast.

“It’s a really interesting time for the region.

“More and more people are moving to Queensland for all number of reasons - lifestyle, the environment, the Olympics.

“The economy is pushing people to Queensland. How you deal with that is a huge issue.

“Hold onto your better buildings and do not erase the past.

“Hold onto the simple yet beautiful beach houses.

“I’d like to see better access instead of a reliance on cars.

“Recently I was standing in a national park watching more car parks being built.

“How much better would it be to have a simple access method?

“We were warned about the Sydney Olympics and there would be traffic gridlock. But everyone stopped driving … there was a collective spirit of people coming together.

“Are we still the same country as we were in 2000?

“Queensland still has such a sense of friendliness.

“How we design the country for the future, how we tell the stories of the past 200 years, is so important.

“We always have had good and bad housing.

“Like a record collection, we need to have some bad things to remind us of the exceptional.’’

Having spent time on the Sunshine Coast in the past six-to-seven years, Tim will be making his stories far more local in his Noosa presentation.

“I’m falling in love with the architecture,’’ he said, “particularly the way the houses relate to the environment.

“Some of the things are not going as well as they should … the housing crisis is, like other areas, a sad thing.

“Be aware that what drove people here will continue.

“The interesting thing is the way we build houses.

“We are less connected. Less connected with the street and less connected with other people.

“Everyone is leaning on clubs and pubs to find a sense of community.

“Parents with children in sporting groups have learnt this.

“Otherwise we are not understanding what is happening.

“Community is what unites us.’’ SUNSHINE COAST OPEN HOUSE 2023

Hosted by the Sunshine Coast chapter of the Australian Institute of Architects, the Open House program is held in more than 50 cities around the world to highlight the value and importance of good design.

It does this by opening up a selection of houses and buildings on the weekend of October 21-22.

However, there will be a number of events in the lead-up, such as Tim Ross in the House on October 6; an architecture walking tour and lunch in Noosa with John Mainwaring on Saturday, 8 October; a Cooroy Precinct Tour with architect Shaun Walsh on Saturday, 21 October; and Urban Sketching with Peter Richards at Cooran on Sunday, 22 October.

Events are ticketed or may require booking. Explore the Sunshine Coast list of events and buildings at: SunshineCoastOpenHouse.com. au

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Citizens go public for Yes

Leading Noosa Shire citizens and friends have gone public with their support for a Voice referendumYes vote, sharing their stories in a full page advertisement in the hope of inspiring others.

Prominent Noosa citizens to lend their names and stories to the initiative include Kabi Kabi man Brian Warner, former Powderfinger drummer and co-founder of the Sunny Coast Showdown film talent incubator Jon Coghill, and playwright and journalist Kristin Williamson.

They are joined by leadingYes23 campaigner, Jade Ritchie, a Gooreng Gooreng woman who has lived on the Sunshine Coast and returned to lend her support to the local Yes campaign last weekend.

A range of everyday people including small-business owners and people who work in health, law, education and the arts are also featured in the full page advertisement in Noosa Today.

One of the organisers of the initiative, Noosa for Yes coordinator Dr Geoff Evans, said many more well-known and less well-known people would appear in future advertisements, sharing their stories about why they support aYes vote.

Dr Evans, a public health researcher from Pomona, said many of those taking part in the ad were “regular people who feel that our nation would be strengthened by recognising First Nations people in the Constitution”.

“We talked about it and we decided that an ad would be a good way to cut through the distraction and noise and tangibly show the local support for the Voice,” Dr Evans said.

“The people who appear in the ad don’t think the Voice is scary. They’re not worried about losing their homes or having their rights diminished.

“They’re just Noosa Shire people whose life experience tells them that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will do better if they have a say in the laws and

policies affecting them.

“We are supporting Yes because we know that Yes means recognising, listening and better results.”

Dr Evans said Noosa for Yes was continu-

ing to raise awareness through street stalls in shopping strips and markets and would have a presence at pre-polling places and polling booths.

New volunteers were signing up through

the website every day and more than 100 people turned out to hear Jade Ritchie speak at an organising meeting at the weekend, he said. For event details and to sign up to volunteer go to yes23.com.au/noosa_for_yes

Shape the shire’s future

It’s likely to be one of the most important conversations for Noosa Shire and there are certainly plenty of ways to have your voice heard.

The community is being asked to consider what’s important in managing the shire for residents and visitors, as work starts on developingaDestinationManagementPlan.

This weekend, the first in a series of relaxed coffee chats across the Shire will be held at Kin Kin’s Black Ant Cafe, Sunday 1 October between 12.30-2pm.

Council’s Economic Development and Destination Management Manager Lynne Banford said it was important to hear as many different views as possible.

“This is the start of the conversation and we are endeavouring to get to as many places in the shire to hear the collective wisdom of all stakeholders,” she said.

Coffee chat locations:

· Wednesday October 4, Zabe Tewantin 10:30am – 12pm.

· Tuesday October 10 Sunshine Social Sunshine Beach 10am – 12pm.

· Saturday October 14 Harvest Fresh Cooroy 10-11.30am.

· Wednesday October 18 Outer Sqare Peregian 9-10.30am.

· Tuesday October 24 Forest Cafe Acres Noosaville 10.30am-12pm

· Saturday October 28 Trail 518 Pomona 9.30-11am.

Aside from coffee chats, there are six community workshops.

The first is at Council Chambers in Tewantin on Wednesday 4 October from 4-6pm. The second community workshop will be at The J on Tuesday 10 October from 4-6pm.

Participants need to register for these workshops at yoursay.noosa.qld.gov.au.

Interactive sessions are also scheduled for Cooroy, Peregian Beach, Noosaville and Pomona during October.

Ms Banford said the response to date had been encouraging.

To provide your thoughts and ideas, visit yoursay.noosa.qld.gov.au

“We are getting good numbers filling out the two surveys and reading the Discussion Paper, so hopefully we see a strong turnout at the workshops,” she said.

To provide your thoughts and ideas, visit yoursay.noosa.qld.gov.au or simply email a submission to mailbox@noosa.qld.gov.au

It’s an opportunity for our community to come together and craft a sustainable future, ensuring that Noosa continues to offer an unforgettable experience for generations to come.

Leading Yes23 campaigner, Jade Ritchie, a Gooreng Gooreng woman who has lived on the Sunshine Coast.

Letting go on the Camino

By Phil Jarratt

We all know that a short walk in the wild is good for the soul, but Noosaville partners and fellow health professionals Jane Campbell and Graeme Conway have taken that wisdom a few steps (perhaps a few million steps) further, completing the famous Camino de Santiago pilgrim trail across northern Spain (800 kilometres in six weeks) and the challengingWainwright Coast to Coast trek across northern England (313 kilometres in two weeks) over the past four months.

Variations on the medieval pilgrims’ journey to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in Galicia at the northwest tip of Spain have become increasingly popular in recent decades, with walkers of all abilities doing the entire walk from the delightful French Pyrenees border village of St Jean Pied de Port or picking off the low-hanging fruit in short treks of a couple of weeks or less.

The lesser known Coast to Coast was devised by rambler and environmentalist Alfred Wainwright and set out in his 1973 book A Coast to Coast Walk. Usually walked west to east, the route starts at St Bees on the Irish Sea and ends at Robin Hood’s Bay on the North Sea. In between are the three National Parks of the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the North York Moors, spectacular scenery and a lot of hard yakka.

Our former neighbours, Scottish-born Jane and keen surfer Graeme, were no strangers to strenuous outdoors activities, and had actually sampled the Camino lifestyle, completing the much shorter Camino Portugues Coastal prior to the Covid pandemic, but this was a more considered undertaking for the sexagenarian couple.

Says Jane: “I’m calling it Jane’s third act.”

Graeme: “I’m calling it a sabbatical.”

We caught up with our friends over a couple of bottles of wine in the historic walled city of York last week, just a few days after their completion of the Coast to Coast, and were captivated by their stories, photos and Insta posts of a life-changing (and ongoing) adventure.

Phil: What made you do this? Was it a Covid thing?

Graeme: More that we had both been looking after our aged parents for a number of years and all of them had passed away, most recently my dad, just short of 100. Not having children of our own but having friends and family dotted around the world, we thought this was an opportunity to hit the pause button on work and focus on some Jane and Graeme time, doing the things we like doing in different parts of the world. We both like hiking and we like doing it together, whereas I like surfing but Jane’s not really into it. We went to New Zealand for six weeks last summer and did some challenging day hikes and just loved it, so that

was a springboard to doing what we’re doing in Europe.

Jane: Then we thought that if we went for an extended period we’d be able to do and see other things, not just hiking all the time. Fortunately, while we were considering the possibilities, a friend from Sydney came to visit and said she’d like to rent our house, so we took off at the end of May.

Graeme: We downsized everything, taking months to pack up the house and get used to the idea of having fewer material possessions. We left with backpacks weighting 12kg, which was everything for a year. The first day of the Camino as we started hiking over the Pyrenees the weather was horrendous, freezing cold with sleet, mist and fog. You really couldn’t see more than a couple of metres ahead. It was the toughest day we had. There was no fire but it was a baptism of every other element you could think of.We really wondered whether we were going to be able to do this, but the weather got better and then it got hot. And we started to be inspired by the history we saw all around us, the castles and churches and so on.

Jane: The Portuguese Camino gave us a taste of it, but that was quite different because we’d just decide how far we were going to walk each day and book a place to stay on our phones. This time we started looking in February to book accommodation for May and all we could see was fully booked! So we had to adjust

the walk according to where accommodation was available.We had the option to stay at hostels but chose to go with mid-range hotels, but we had to research a lot to find them. Finding somewhere to eat at night was a bit random. In some small villages you didn’t have a choice.

Phil: What are the memories of events and people you met along the way that have stayed with you?

Graeme: People do the Camino for all sorts of reasons but a lot of people do it for religious or spiritual reasons. Some treat it as an extreme event and run or cycle it as fast as they can. Then there’s a mix of cultural reasons, to look at beautiful old buildings for one, gastronomy for another. For us, I guess it was a mixed bag of all of those things.

Jane: There are so many memories but if you just pick a few out, I think it begins with the journey, the walk itself, but the people you meet provide the substance to overlay that, the most random meetings with people you could ever have. Someone starts walking beside you and you just start talking, or if there’s no strong connection you just say, “Bon Camino” and separate. And that’s absolutely fine too. There are no expectations of how you’re supposed to interact, and that’s wonderful. It’s a cliche to say it, but some people bond and become a Camino family. They check on each other along the way and remain in contact after it’s over.

Jane and Graeme at the start of the Camino walk. Camino village scene.

I’m not a religious person but I did find that some of the churches we passed were wonderful to go in and meditate or just rest, so peaceful and cool when it’s hot outside. Because we weren’t staying at the hostels we didn’t participate in all the group activities they offer, but one night we did go to a church to hear the singing nuns. We all sat in this little room, people from all over the world, and we each

said a few words about why we were doing the Camino, and then we all sang together before eating a simple dinner with the nuns. It was a joyous thing but also you could see the vulnerabilities of some people. Perhaps people who had lost a friend or family member and there were doing the walk for them, so there was a lot of emotion.

Graeme: In another town we heard that there

was a convent where the nuns bake great biscuits that you could buy. So we walked out there and came to a big old convent with a high wall and a gate just slightly ajar.We went inside and there was a little robot lawnmower doing the lawns, which seemed quite incongruous. There was a big closed door but I pressed a button and a voice came from behind saying hello. I said we’d come to see the nuns and she said you can’t. I said we were hoping to have

a cup of tea and a biscuit with them. She said no, however, we could walk around the side and look at the chapel, which was very dark and facing inwards with steel bars everywhere like a prison.The nuns were sitting there in the darkness and I realised it was a cloistered order. Quite a change from the singing nuns. Next week follow this Noosa couple to the end of their amazing walking summer.

A tunnel in Spain along the trail.

A taste of the Camino.

WHY I’M VOTING NO

Questioning if it is fair

By Bob Sinclair

I have struggled with the fairness and equity of a special voice to Parliament because I do not have one.

The old dictum of one vote of equal value per person currently seems to have flown the coop.

Jacintha Price and Linda Burnley who are both of Aboriginal heritage do not seem to agree with each other regarding the Voice, and they are only two within the Aboriginal community.

Some of the main issues which appear to create concern among the Aboriginal people seem to centre around housing or accommodation within the Aboriginal population, and a lack of health services and in general community support.

Housing or accommodation within the Aboriginal population from what I have heard and seen seems to be a real problem inasmuch as there is too little of it, and what there is in many circumstances is lacking in appearance and facilities.

Sections of the non-Aboriginal community will have sympathy with you. The bloke who is sleeping in his van or the woman with two youngsters sleeping in her car or the people who are sleeping behind the toilet block, or the couple with one kid who could no longer afford the rent and have moved in with their parents.

Please tell them about your housing problems.

Education is generally regarded as the domain of teachers who provide kids with reasoning powers.

Some of the teachers in the non-Aboriginal schools were not just teaching regular subjects but at their own expense, providing breakfast and counselling and after hours sports activities. Some schools had no air conditioning much like those which Aboriginal children attended.

With regard to health services, no two places have the same number of staff or facilities to treat a range of people with various illnesses or conditions and this is true for all people living in what is currently called Australia.

I know of one woman in Adelaide who had

to fly to New South Wales for treatment, as the hospital there was the only facility in Australia who could deliver the treatment. So living in a big city did not mean she could get treatment there.

I do not consider myself disadvantaged though my reserves are less than the average for my age and my car is 22 years old.

I live cheek by jowl with people who could buy and sell me. I am fine. I have shelter and food and if necessary some medical services. Do I envy those who have well in excess of me?

No, most of them have worked hard to get what they now have. That’s fair!

Last week I had a replacement cleaner. As she was about to leave she asked about some

written material lying on a table, wondering if I was a writer. I explained that it was just some thoughts I had about the Aboriginal people in Australia adding that I had had great difficulty in contacting one recently.

The lovely young woman informed me that she was an Aboriginal and named her people and where they lived. We had a wonderful short conversation about our respective cultures and backgrounds and not once was the Voice mentioned.

A wonderful conversation. She and I said that it was lovely to meet each other. It was great to meet a non-media driven Aboriginal person.

In conclusion please let me tell you of a conversation which occurred between Heather Ewart of the ABC and Uncle Archie.

As they were approaching a footbridge, Heather said to Uncle Archie that it was good of him to let her come on to his land.

Uncle Archie turned towards Heather and told her that it was not his land, it was land for anybody who wanted to come here.

How refreshing.

Bob Sinclair, Noosaville

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The Voice referendum will decide on an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament.

WHY I’M VOTING YES

Say Yes to make amends

By Sharon Wright, Noosa for Yes23

It is time we faced the past and made amends. It’s time Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people were given the respect and recognition they deserve as the First People of this nation.

I was born in Hobart, Tasmania in 1974. My mother was born in Launceston, Tas; her family came to Perth, WA from Manchester in the early 1900s. She never knew her father, however, I have traced his history to Flinders Island, Tas and was originally from Edinburgh, Scotland.

My father was born in Dubbo, NSW and grew up on King Island, Tas.

His family are fifth generation sheep farmers and storekeepers from northern England, arriving in Australia as free settlers in the early 1800s. My heritage is English, Irish and Scottish. I share this in the spirit of explaining my history, my family and my culture (or lack of it).

I grew up in the Central Queensland town of Rockhampton. As a child, many of my closest friends were Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander. We connected because we were all outliers, me coming from another State (Tasmania) and them, because they were shunned by white society.

Woorabinda Aboriginal Mission, as it was called then, was about a two-hour drive away, and was home to hundreds of displaced, desolate and destitute Aboriginal people. The conditions they were forced to live in were appalling. For those who moved to the city, the only

way they could survive and thrive, was to assimilate. In doing so, they were forced to give up their culture, their language and in many

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cases, their children. But how do you thrive when everything you knew and everyone you loved was ripped away from you? You don’t. And finding forgiveness is near impossible.

The devastating effects of the systemic racist policies of the past are still writ large in the disproportion rate rates of youth suicide, recidivism, drug and alcohol abuse and violence. These are the effects of humans in crisis. It is not an exclusively Aboriginal orTorres Strait Islander problem, it is a human problem. To our shame, this suffering continues, as the gaps in health, social, educational and economic equity grow wider each year. We must do better.

In my former role as Centre Manager for the Australian Indigenous Mentoring Experience (AIME) at the University of the Sunshine Coast, we tried to encourage Indigenous high school students to fight for a better future through education as the great leveller.

But the levels of social exclusion and disadvantage faced by these young people was, in many cases, insurmountable. Whenever I would ask what was troubling them, the response was invariably, “I don’t know where I belong. I don’t know who I am supposed to be. I don’t know my culture and it fills me with shame and sorrow.” To see how this loss of connection to culture, family and purpose, affected these children, breaks my heart to this day.

The treatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Australia is a terrible blight on our nation’s history that cannot be properly addressed until we make peace with

our past. We can only do this by listening to our First Nations People. But it is going to hurt. Old wounds will be reopened, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people may be retraumatised by this truth-telling. We must hold them through their grief, feel our shame together, then listen to how we can make it better. If First Nations Australians are willing to go through this pain to help heal this country for the benefit of all of us, we must, in all conscience, support them in this process.

The Uluru Statement of the Heart brought together Indigenous Leaders from across the nation which called forVoice,Treaty andTruth.

We must honour their collective wisdom by recognising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People through aVoice enshrined in the constitution.

It is the least we can do. We will only grow as a nation through this journey of healing and reconciliation.

My dearest hope is that we reimagine a positive future for all Australians, one where we learn from each other, share in 60,000 years of culture and better understand our connection and responsibility to care for our land, waters and sea country.

But we must earn that privilege. Now is the time. I am voting Yes on 14 October to make amends for the past, to give our First Nations people the respect and recognition they deserve and to build a brighter more inclusive future for all Australians.

I hope you can find it in your heart to do the same.

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Thurs 5 Oct 11am & 7pm | Tickets From $20.00

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SUNSHINE COAST AND NOOSA .... WHAT HERITAGE?

An evening of lively discussion, presenters challenge the perception ‘there is no heritage on the Sunshine Coast’. Each speaker has six minutes. From historical references in contemporary design to a watch band of human hair, 'big things’ to pubs, world heritage to local stories.

Wed 11 Oct | 6pm | All Tickets $12.00

ARJ BARKER - POWER HOUR

What do you get when you take your very best jokes from over the last 30 years, lovingly restore, refine, and remaster each one, and finally, sprinkle in some brand-new material and hint of improv?

Thurs 12 Oct | 7.30pm |Tickets from $49.90

Sharon Wright with her first piece of Aboriginal art bought in Far North Queensland nearly 20 years ago.

Updating Noosa advocacy

With the culmination of a number of long advocacy journeys and the start of others, there is much to update on!

CRIME

It was an honour to be named chair of a Parliamentary Committee to address one of the most complex and traumatic issues impacting Queenslanders. The importance of obtaining bipartisan agreements and recommendations is key, and I look forward to working

with members from both sides of the Chamber, as well advocates, victims and experts who will form a crime advisory group that has also been announced by the Premier and importantly, the new Victims Commissioner. A united stance is needed to keep communities safe, while reviewing the many contributors to criminal behaviours especially in our children and youth. We must identify actions needed both now and longer term, to see an end to the

types of behaviours Queensland communities can no longer tolerate. With my efforts over the past four years for a review of our Parliamentary Committee system, this is an opportunity to demonstrate the benefits of creating a space free of politics to get resolutions, and with this being the first independently chaired committee in QLD for two decades, it will no doubt be under intense scrutiny! Given the commitment from all to see greater safety, I

have no doubt that committee members will leave their ideologies at the door for the greater good, and base decisions on best practice and intent, versus gathering ammunition for further politicking.

COOLOOLA GREAT WALK

After four years of information gathering, fact checking, working with activists and advocates, sharing knowledge gained and a few headaches, the final part in this journey was

Noosa MP Sandy Bolton at her desk.

Sandy Bolton seeks a transition to an alternative Cooloola Great Walk Project without built structures.

our recent survey for Noosa residents on this proposed project. Although a ‘small’ majority of 53.38 per cent were in support of the current activities including bushwalking, kayaking, surfing, tours, camping as currently conducted, the majority were against any form of new eco-accommodation sites.

In response, I have written to both the Ministers for Environment and Tourism to seek a transition to an alternative Cooloola Great Walk Project that will deliver outcomes sought by Kabi Kabi in job creation, sharing of culture and returning to Country, that does not involve built structures.

Additionally, I have requested a review of the Nature Conservation Act and its references to eco-tourism to address the concerns relating to the ‘Cardinal Principle’. This is not retracting support for our First Nations People and their endeavours, rather clarifying how this can be done in a non-divisive way as we have seen the conflicted desires of our community to support Kabi Kabi endeavours whilst staying true to the intent of National Parks. Updates on these advocacies will be posted to Facebook and Noosa 360 (www.SandyBolton.com/Noosa360).

NOOSA RIVER MANAGEMENT

As previously reported, we had been waiting for the first ‘tranche’ of actions resulting from the two-year process by the Noosa River Stakeholder Advisory Committee (NRSAC) and community consultation, following our advocacies for better management of our river. Yes, another long journey!

As announced, the first has been a change in speeds. Some have welcomed and some have criticised, however as posted, these changes for greater safety will be reviewed over the coming weeks. The map is available on Noosa 360, signage and buoys in place to assist boaties, with Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ) assuring that they will concentrate on education initially, however, will infringe when safety is compromised.

The balance of the recommendations around mooring and anchoring will roll out over the coming months, with some requiring legislative change. Thank you to all who contributed to this ‘first’ for Queensland, including MSQ and Noosa Council who co-chaired

NRSAC, which saw great debate, engagement and lots of Facebook commentary!

KIN KIN EPBC APPLICATION

This proposed destruction of koala habitat at the quarry, has led to submissions from myself, environmental groups, Noosa Council and residents to the Federal Government requesting that this application be deemed a ‘Controlled Action’ requiring further assessment, with a visit from our Federal MP Llew appreciated. Having spoken with the QLD Minister for Environment, she has advised that the proposed vegetation clearing is not currently authorised under their Environmental Authority, and any such application received would be assessed thoroughly and rigorously considering impacts to koalas and other matters of state environmental significance.

SEQ REGIONAL PLAN

Thank you to all who attended the information sessions and sent submissions. After conferring with the Minister for Planning and Noosa Council, I remain confident that the work being done in preparation for Council’s Housing Supply Statement will see any concerns around building heights and unsustainable population addressed which should be finalised by early next year. Now we must turn our attention to managing visitor numbers that will increase as populations to the south of us are projected to over the next decade, so it is important that everyone gets their feedback to Noosa Council’s Destination Management Plan available at www.yoursay.noosa.qld.gov. au How we manage these numbers will ultimately determine desirability for residents to live here, and tourists to visit!

HOMELESSNESS

We continue to assist genuine requests from residents experiencing homelessness, however repeated reports have been made on some that due to privacy I cannot discuss. Many of these situations are complex, and I ask as part of ensuring that everyone receives the appropriate assistance, that money is not provided, as sadly there can be those who have a home but portray homelessness due to addictions, mental health issues and loneliness. Instead, please give the contact numbers we post up at www.sandybolton.com/keycontacts and if for any reason they do not have a phone, kindly

SPRING - SUMMER RESORT WEAR & HOMEWARES

offer to dial the number for the Homeless Hotline on 1800474753, Department of Housing on 53527333, Salvation Army Housing on 07 3832 1491 or my office on 53193100. If it is after hours, use the Homelessness Hotline or contact me via messenger. Some may reject the offered calls especially to myself or my office, as they may be well known to us.

MENTAL HEALTH

Having spoken before on the number of incidents becoming prevalent that relate to mental health, including homelessness, I have asked the Minister for Health what considerations are underway to address this within our communities, including residents with limited capacity to care for themselves. A tough discussion is needed as to how best we support those who years ago may have lived within purpose-managed facilities, as assistance through outreach services appears to be failing, with it becoming increasingly difficult to find accommodation for residents with complex needs who require 24/7 care.

In addition, we have requested to our Minister for Police that the statistics around the amount of time spent on call outs to mental health and domestic violence be made publicly available in the graphs, as from my understanding this is taking considerably more resources than previous years, leading to less available time in other arenas. With a reported 30 per cent of Queensland’s police force at any time on Workcover, annual or sick leave, it is essential that this is addressed as a priority and no doubt will be a key aspect for the Crime Select Committee to investigate.

DECOMMISSIONED TAFE SITE

With the Native Title determinations that we had hoped would have completed last month being amended to three separate claims, we now have another wait and I again thank everyone including the proponents for their patience. I did say there would be a book about this journey?

LAND VALUATIONS

After advocacies to the Treasurer and Minister for Resources for land valuation and land tax relief, it was a positive that even though we did not get the valuation freeze requested nor increased land tax thresholds, that the indepen-

dent Valuer General has not included Noosa in the list of LGAs to be revalued in 2024, even though Sunshine Coast will be. This ‘breather’ is appreciated while advocates continue to see more improvements to the system and less impacts.

NOOSA NORTH SHORE/COOLOOLA

With the school holidays currently underway, that we will not see the hoped for changes to day tripper permits in time for the Christmas holidays means we will again be reliant on extra resources to manage volume and behaviours, and it was good to have confirmed that Operation Sandstorm will continue. With Noosa Council reducing speed outsideTeewah village, and the Department of Environment and Science (DES) installing new signage at the ferry and at the cuttings, there is progress however never quick enough which I have relayed to DES. As part of ensuring greater safety keep reporting dangerous or damaging behaviours and give any friends visiting a heads up that we love our home, and to help us in our endeavours to protect it!

FIRE SEASON

With El Nino likely to continue until the end of Summer, this season is especially dangerous for fire and it’s imperative to get yourself and your home ready! This includes your evacuation pack with medications, as well provisions for your furry family such as travel cages, with information available at www.getready.qld. gov.au. If you have any new neighbours, please share this information as many are unfamiliar with living in heavily treed areas, and check with elderly living nearby to see that they have a plan in place!

As always to keep updated, subscribe to our newsletter at www.SandyBolton.com/ Newsletters, which ensures you receive Noosa specific surveys, and don’t forget the many updates available at Noosa 360 www.SandyBolton.com/Noosa360. For further assistance, please contact our office via noosa@parliament.qld.gov.au or 5319 3100.

Don’t chuck your butts

We are entering an extremely hot and dangerous fire season and yet someone driving down my rural residential road regularly chucks their cigarette butts out the window. I see the butts when I take a walk.

Imagine your home being destroyed by a tossed cigarette butt thrown by someone so careless or mindless. It can happen (check with NSW Fire and Rescue).

I don’t care how many cigarettes a smoker smokes. Just don’t chuck them out the car window.Take the butts home, or put them in a bin.

Judy Hardy-Holden, Doonan

Moving forward with Yes vote

What is the benefit from voting no? Will anything improve? Will we feel a sense of pride?

Will the country feel united? Will our First People benefit? Will we have made history and advanced the nation?

What is the benefit from voting yes? We will embrace 65,000 years of history in caring for our country. Our First People will feel recognised. Our First People will have a Voice in matters concerning them. Programs suggested, owned and implemented by our First People will be more successful, more effective and more economical. We overcome fear and prejudice .

We will move forward united as a nation.

Let’s take the hand that’s been offered and write Yes on 14 October .

Susan Francis, Peregian Beach

Enough representation

Linda Burney is the Federal Minister for Indigenous Australians and Senator Malarndirri McCarthy is the Assistant Minister for Indigenous Australians. Together they oversee the National Indigenous Australians Agency.

Which other racial group in Australia has a dedicated Minister and Assistant Minister to represent it and an agency funded annually with several billion taxpayer dollars?

How come this group of Australians de-

mands even more representation?

Case Smit, Noosaville

Energy debate ongoing

Once a climate change denier, John Mikkelsen

(NT 21/9) is now a nuclear power advocate, presumably accepting that climate change is real but preferring the most expensive and difficult energy source. Of course, this makes no sense.

His correspondence starts by saying his chicken dinner was saved during a brief power

outage because he still cooks with gas. He criticises the rapid move towards renewable energy, apparently because it is more important to be able to continue cooking during the power outage than it is to withstand the drought and fires that are predicted to threaten us this summer or the flooding that will come with the next El Nino. Immediate comfort is far more important than future threats to life, it seems. I have lived in Noosa for over 40 years and have had to delay my meal about six times because of power cuts. That is not too much.

John goes on to claim that renewables are not as cheap as Labor promised but fails to mention that the high cost of electricity is due to his Coalition government failing to install renewables over their nine-year mismanagement. Articles written more than a decade ago predicted that unless action was taken then, the cost of catching up with renewables would become more and more expensive. High power costs are the Coalition’s fault and the cost will continue to get higher and higher as infra structure is built. The cost of not doing anything will be even higher again.

John says that Minister Bowen insists that nuclear energy must remain a too-expensive no-no. It isn’t the Minister that is making them too expensive. It just costs a lot more to build a safe nuclear power plant. They are being built in countries that don’t have a plentiful supply of solar and wind as does Australia. Safety is still a concern, too. In 2019, the Australia Institute states that new research has revealed that financial services in Australia will not insure against nuclear accidents, and if developers of nuclear power stations were forced to insure against nuclear accidents, nuclear power would be completely uneconomic.

Finally, John typically cherry picks his quotes. He claims that Greta Thunberg says that Germany made a mistake shutting down their nuclear power stations. She did say that but finished the sentence by saying “and switching to coal”. That was the emphasis of her comment. John claims that El Nino brings more windless days. El Nino weakens the trade winds but I can find nothing that says that windless days increase.

Steve Hall, Cooroy

In the mangroves - Angela Haack captured this shot on the weekend while checking crabpots at Weyba. If you have a Lenscape please email it to newsdesk@noosatoday.com.

GRAND FINAL

22. The Alex Jesaulenko Medal is awarded each AFL season for what accolade?

23. In 1972, the highest scoring AFL Grand Final was played between which two clubs?

24. The Jock McHale Medal is named after a coach from which club?

25. The AFL Grand Final is contracted to be held at the MCG every year until when?

26. True or false: the 2022 Grand Final was the highest attended league sporting event in the world?

27. OneDayinSeptemberis a 1980 song written and performed by who?

28. Which AFL field umpire has umpired the most games, reaching 500 in July 2023?

29. What company has made all the AFL premiership cups since the inception of it?

30. Which former AFL player was renowned for a victory handstand?

WORDFIND

CROSSWORD

1 Danny Frawley’s nickname (4) 5 Comfort (4) 6 Primates (4) 7 Catching a ball within 15 metres (4)

1 Two pieces of fabric sewn together (4) 2

GRAND FINAL

24. In which year was the Grand Final held in August?

25. At the 1999 Grand Final, which set a world record for the most attended rugby game in the world, who did Melbourne Storm beat by two points?

26. How recently did a team score zero points in a

29. Which team has only made the Grand Final twice, but has won both times?

30. Which team has most recently won back-to-back premierships?

WORDFIND

Jimmy Barnes

The Guide

THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW

10, Sunday, 7.30pm

GARDENING AUSTRALIA

ABC TV, Friday, 7.30pm

You’d forgive a show entering its 33rd year to be slowing down a bit, but if anything, the Gardening Australiaempire is only expanding in popularity given the recent debut of spin-off series GardeningAustralia Junior. Of course, only someone with the energy and enthusiasm of Costa Georgiadis (pictured) would be able to host two shows at once. Tonight, Costa takes a look at a “fern-tastic” sky-high garden, while Jane Edmanson isn’t having quite as much fun – she’s taking on fungus gnats. With the Junioredition proving a hit with all ages and the main show going as strong as ever, it looks like we’ll be seeing Costa and crew busy in the backyards of Australia for some time to come.

Friday, September 29

The celebrity guests who drop by this long-running chat show must wonder if there’s something in the water they’re served up because even the most guarded of A-listers are won over by cheeky Irishman Graham Norton. His group-interview format always seems to elicit candid confessions. Despite the ongoing actors’ and writers’ strikes somewhat shrinking his Hollywood guestlist, Norton’s got a slew of stars and fascinating folk lined up for season 31. Falling under his spell in tonight’s premiere are pop superstar Kylie Minogue (pictured), Stephen Graham (PeakyBlinders), PeepShowstar and author David Mitchell, comedian Mawaan Rizwan and Eurovision finalist Mae Muller.

THE ROOKIE

Seven, Monday, 9.15pm

When this popular police drama started out in 2018, Nathan Fillion’s middle-aged rookie John Nolan was one of the oldest recruits LAPD had ever seen. Five seasons in and Nolan is now a training officer with a rookie of his own – but TheTrainingOfficeris a far less catchy title. This week’s episode features a case that hits close to home for rookie Celina (Lisseth Chavez, pictured) when a young girl goes missing on the anniversary of her sister’s death. While Nolan has been working with Celina on her tendency to let emotions cloud her judgment, her personal connection to this case and its victims proves crucial. It seems former rookie Nolan still has a few lessons to learn.

OLD PEOPLE’S HOME FOR TEENAGERS

ABC TV, Tuesday, 8.30pm

Returning after its breakout success in 2022, this heart-warming docuseries sets out to tackle an important issue facing Aussies: loneliness. Annabel Crabb returns as narrator for season two, which has a renewed focus on the isolation teenagers experience in 2023. This innovative intergenerational program, which sees teens spend time with older Aussies aged between 71 to 94, aims to improve the mental health of both generations. In tonight’s premiere, a friendship blossoms between shy teen Abi and Dale, who’s enthusiastic about mentoring young people. Father-of-six John believes he doesn’t have much to learn from a phone-obsessed teen, but is surprised by some words of wisdom from Alix (pictured with Dave).

6.00 The Drum. Analysis of the day’s news.

7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 Gardening Australia. Costa Georgiadis tours a high-rise haven.

8.30 Sherwood. (Malsv) As the hunt for the killer continues, Kevin Salisbury from the MET arrives to assist in the investigation.

9.35 Midsomer Murders. (Mv, R)

Attendees of a party celebrating a sparkling wine launch are endangered when the glasses are laced with slug poison.

11.05 ABC Late News. Coverage of the day’s events.

11.20 Silent Witness. (Ma, R)

12.20 Harrow. (Mav, R)

1.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 South America With Simon Reeve: Bolivia To Paraguay. (PGa) Part 4 of 5.

8.40 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire: Pyramids. (PGa) The history of Egyptian tomb architecture.

9.40 Tony Robinson: The Thames At Night. (R) Part 4 of 4.

10.35 SBS World News Late.

11.05 Unseen. (Mals)

12.00 Furia. (MA15+av, R) 3.40 Italian Food Safari. (R) 4.10 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs catches up with Sam Mac.

8.30 MOVIE: Father Of The Bride Part II. (1995, G, R) A father, already traumatised by his daughter’s marriage, is further shocked by news of her pregnancy. Steve Martin, Diane Keaton, Martin Short.

10.45 To Be Advised.

12.30 The Front Bar: Grand Final Edition. (Ml, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

5.00 NBC Today.

7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 5.55pm Ben And Holly. 6.10 Interstellar Ella.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Mega Zoo. (PG, R) A crocodile suffers a ruptured cornea.

8.30 MOVIE: The Expendables 2. (2012, MA15+lv, R) A group of mercenaries sets out to get revenge after one of their own is murdered during a mission. Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Liam Hemsworth.

10.30 MOVIE: Creed. (2015, Malv, R)

Michael B. Jordan.

1.00 Chicago Med. (MA15+am, R)

2.45 9Honey Hacks.

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Postcards. (PG, R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00

TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

9GEM (81, 92)

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

7.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week.

8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Ma, R) Graham Norton is joined by actors Claire Foy and Sarah Michelle Gellar, comedian Rob Beckett and director M. Night Shyamalan. Musical guest is Sam Smith, who performs NotHeretoMakeFriends

10.30 To Be Advised.

11.40 The Project. (R)

12.40 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

2.00

3.00

4.00

6.30 Kitchen Cabinet. (R) Annabel Crabb meets Bridget McKenzie.

7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 Shakespeare And Hathaway. (PG) Frank and Lu are hired to look into the drowning of a former Miss Stratford-upon-Avon.

8.20 Vera. (Mv, R) When the remains of a girl are found half-buried in a Northumberland wood, DCI Vera Stanhope and her team find themselves investigating a 30-year-old mystery involving a miner’s missing daughter.

9.50 The Newsreader. (Mdl, R) Helen is plunged into crisis when a gossip columnist threatens to expose her troubled past.

10.45 Shetland. (Mal, R) The team searches for a link between the two bodies.

11.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) Music video clips.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 MOVIE: Duran Duran: A Hollywood High. (2022)

A celebration of Duran Duran’s career. Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes.

9.10 Rock Legends: Tina Turner.

(PGa) Takes a look at the life and music of the late Tina Turner and the impact she made on popular culture.

10.00 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys: Norway.

(R) Narrated by Bill Nighy.

10.50 Rex In Rome. (Mdl, R)

12.40 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R)

1.40 Bamay. (R)

2.00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG, R)

4.00 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PGd, R) Drug paraphernalia is found in luggage.

7.30 MOVIE: Free Guy. (2021, Mlv) A bank teller discovers that he is actually a non-playable character inside a brutal, open world video game. Ryan Reynolds, Jodie Comer.

10.00 MOVIE: Unstoppable. (2010, Ml, R) A veteran engineer and a young conductor try to stop a runaway train from crashing into a populated area. Denzel Washington, Chris Pine.

12.05 12 Monkeys. (MA15+v, R) Cole returns to 2043.

1.05 Travel Oz. (PG, R)

3.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Get Clever. (R)

5.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa, R)

6.00 Nine News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE: Jurassic World. (2015, Mv, R) A genetically modified hybrid dinosaur escapes containment and goes on a killing spree at a theme park. Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard.

10.00 MOVIE: Gods Of Egypt. (2016, Mv, R) A hero rises to overthrow Set, the God of Darkness. Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Brenton Thwaites.

12.20 My Way. (PG, R)

12.50 He Said/She Said. (Ma)

1.00 Drive Safer. (PGa, R)

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)

2.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Sunday, October 1

6.30 Voices Of Australia. Part 3 of 4.

7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 Death In Paradise. (Mv, R)

A concert pianist is murdered.

8.30 The Newsreader. (Mdl)

As Australia’s 1988 Bicentennial approaches, Helen is determined to interview a fiery Aboriginal activist.

9.25 Mother And Son. (Mal, R) Maya and Arthur grow closer when Arthur agrees to review the new restaurant.

10.00 Annika. (Mal, R) An author’s death is investigated.

10.45 Total Control. (MA15+l, R)

11.40 Talking Heads. (R)

12.10 Rage Vault. (MA15+adhlnsv)

2.00 Escape From The City. (R)

5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Houdini’s Lost Diaries. (PGal, R) Explores the life of Harry Houdini.

9.00 Rebel With A Cause: Pat O’Shane. A celebration of the life and career of Pat O’Shane AM, a Yalangi woman from the Kunjandji clan.

10.00 Empires Of New York: Crossing The Line Without Consequences. (Madv) Chronicles the rise of five New York icons.

10.50 Looby. (Mln, R)

12.15 24 Hours In Emergency. (PGa, R)

2.05 Is Australia Sexist? (Mals, R)

3.05 Patriot Brains. (Mals, R) 3.55 Italian Food

Safari. (R)

(R)

4.25 Going Places With Ernie Dingo.

4.55 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize.

(R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Manu Feildel and Colin Fassnidge.

8.45 ABBA Silver, ABBA Gold. (PG, R) Follows Swedish supergroup ABBA from the Eurovision Song Contest to present day’s CGI performances.

9.45 The Disappearance Of Grace Millane. (Mas, R) The story of the 2018 murder of British backpacker Grace Millane and how her killer was caught.

11.45 Born To Kill? Beverley Allitt. (Mav, R)

12.45 The InBetween. (Mav, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

4.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.30 Rugby League. NRL. Grand Final.

8.30 NRL Grand Final PostMatch. Analysis and post-match interviews, as well as coverage of the presentation and victory lap.

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

10.00 Killer At The Crime Scene: Sinead Healy. (Mv) A look at the murder of Sinead Healy.

11.00 The First 48. (Mav, R)

12.00 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PG, R)

1.00 Garden Gurus Moments. (R) 1.15 Rugby Union. Rugby World Cup. Australia v Portugal. From Stade de France, Paris, France.

3.30

Rugby World Cup Post-Match. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 Fishing Australia.

(R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.00 Luxury Escapes. A look at a Mediterranean cruise.

6.30 Bondi Rescue. (PGl, R) Lifeguards investigate a floating object.

7.00 The Dog House Australia. (PGad, R) Narrated by Mark Coles Smith.

8.00 Thank God You’re Here. (Mdls, R) Comedians include Kitty Flanagan, Marty Sheargold, Emma Holland and Guy Montgomery.

9.00 MOVIE: Mission: Impossible. (1996, Mv, R) A secret agent sets out to discover who double-crossed him and killed his colleagues. Tom Cruise, Jon Voight, Ving Rhames.

11.00 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald.

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Authentic. (PG)

5.00 Hour Of Power.

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

7.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Return) Graham Norton is joined by Kylie Minogue, Stephen Graham, David Mitchell and Mawaan Rizwan.

8.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mdv, R) When a US Marine corporal dies in a tide pool after being exposed to fentanyl, the NCIS team must quickly find the source of the drugs. Alex talks about taking a gap year. Ernie reveals some personal news.

10.30 Five Bedrooms. (Mls, R) Ainsley and Simmo’s wedding day arrives.

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

12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

Monday, October 2

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 Australian Story. Australians tell personal stories.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program exposing scandals, triggering inquiries, firing debate and confronting taboos.

9.15 Media Watch. (PG) Paul Barry takes a look at the latest issues affecting media consumers.

9.35 Q+A. Public affairs program.

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 The Business. (R)

11.10 The Newsreader. (Ml, R)

12.05 Space 22. (Final, PG, R)

12.35 Our Brain. (PG, R)

1.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Tenable. (R)

4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) Presented by Marc Fennell.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Finding Your Roots: Hollywood Royalty – Isabella Rossellini, Anjelica Houston, Mia Farrow.

Hosted by Henry Louis Gates Jr.

8.30 MOVIE: Sheryl. (2022) Charts the life and career of American singer-songwriter Sheryl Crow. Sheryl Crow, Laura Dern, Bill Bottrell.

10.15 SBS World News Late.

10.45 My Brilliant Friend. (Ml) Elena goes on holiday with her friends.

11.55 The A Word. (Mal, R)

3.20 Italian Food Safari. (R)

3.55 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R)

4.25 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) The heat is on as the teams try to secure their place in a final.

9.15 The Rookie. (Mav) The team investigates a pattern of kidnappings, which leads them to a discovery that hits close to home.

10.15 The Rookie: Feds. (Mdv) Simone uncovers a trail of bodies.

11.15 The Latest: Seven News.

11.45 Chicago Fire. (Ma) Firehouse 51 puts on a school fundraiser.

12.45 Kochie’s Business Builders. (R)

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGal) Hosted by Scott Cam.

9.00 Missing Persons Investigation. Detectives in Sydney launch a search for a tourist with life-threatening medical conditions.

10.00 The Trial Of Louise Woodward. (Mav) A look at the trial of Louise Woodward.

11.10 Nine News Late.

11.40 Resident Alien. (Mlmv, R)

12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.30 World’s Greatest Engineering Icons. (PG, R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

A Current Affair. (R)

News Early Edition.

Tuesday, October 3

Of The Navigator. (1986, PG) 7.40 Asterix: The Mansions Of The Gods. (2014, PG, French)

Stolen Kisses. (1968, PG, French) 10.55 In My Country. (2004, M) 12.50pm Look At Me. (2018, M, Arabic) 2.40 Malcolm. (1986, PG) 4.15 A Hard Day’s Night. (1964, PG) 5.50 Footy Legends. (2006, PG)

6am

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 Kitchen Cabinet. (Final) Annabel Crabb meets Anika Wells.

8.30 Old People’s Home For Teenagers. (Return, PG) A new set of teens and seniors come together for an intergenerational experiment.

9.30 Australia After War: Exit Wounds. (Mal) Part 1 of 4.

10.30 ABC Late News.

10.45 The Business. (R)

11.05 Four Corners. (R)

11.50 Media Watch. (PG, R)

12.10 Barrenjoey Road. (Mal, R)

1.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Tenable. (R)

4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 The Point: Referendum Road Trip. A look at First Nations perspectives.

8.30 Insight. (R) Kumi Taguchi takes a look at the value of pets, with the public spending more on them than ever.

9.30 Dateline: Making A Militant.

A look at a deadly militant group.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 Living Black: Western Australia’s “Cultural Genocide”. (R)

11.15 Blackport. (Mlv)

12.10 Darkness: Those Who Kill. (Mav, R)

3.50 Italian Food Safari. (R) 4.20 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30

ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGas)

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (Final, PG) It is down to the final two teams, who battle it out to prove they have what it takes to claim the $100,000 prize.

9.30 Ambulance: Code Red. (Mav, R) Follows the work of an ambulance service, giving an insight into the life and death incidents they face.

10.30 The Latest: Seven News.

11.00 Chicago Fire. (Ma) A floater takes an interest in Violet.

12.00 The Arrangement. (Mas, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News.

Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGal) Hosted by Scott Cam.

8.45 Space Invaders. (PGal, R) Laura Byrne and Matty J, stars of TheBachelor call in the team to help Laura’s mum Kim.

9.45 Love Triangle. (Mls) The six original singles go on blind dates.

10.45 Nine News Late.

11.15 New Amsterdam. (MA15+amv, R)

12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.00 Space Invaders. (PGal, R)

2.00 Good Chef Hunting. (PG, R)

2.30 Outdoors Indoors.

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00

Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition.

5.30 Today.

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

7.30 The Masked Singer Australia. Another duel beckons as four more masks fight it out to stay secret for another week.

8.45 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week.

9.45 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. (Ma, R) Four Aussie mates set out to embarrass each other in a public setting by trying their hand at dentistry.

10.45 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mav, R) Barnes makes a life-changing decision.

11.40 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news and events.

12.35 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

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

7.30 Shark Tank. (PGals) Sabri Suby, Dr Catriona Wallace, Davie Fogarty, Jane Lu and Robert Herjavec are shown inventions.

8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.

9.40 NCIS. (Ma, R) When an NCIS agent turns up dead and Kasie is unaccounted for, the team must work quickly to find the killer.

10.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mdv, R) A marine corporal dies in a tide pool.

11.30 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news and events.

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

Wednesday, October 4

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) Presented by Tom Gleeson.

8.30 Mother And Son. (PG) Arthur is determined not to take his mother with him to visit his ex, but she has other plans.

9.05 WTFAQ. Chas Licciardello learns about butterflies.

9.35 Starstruck. (Ml) Tom comes clean about a secret.

9.55 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R) Hosted by Rob Brydon.

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 The Business. (R)

11.05 Australian Women In Music Awards. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) Presented by Marc Fennell.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Bettany Hughes: Treasures of Estonia. (PGa) Bettany Hughes explores Estonia.

8.30 While The Men Are Away. (MA15+s) Having retrieved the key to the strong box, Frankie finally has access to the funds for the farm.

9.30 Elvis’ Women: Bad Movies, Bad Marriage. (Mas) Part 2 of 3. Elvis Presley meets 14-year-old Priscilla Beaulieu, who he secretly moves into Graceland.

10.40 SBS World News Late.

11.10 Trom. (Malv)

11.55 Cargo. (Mal, R)

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 The Voice. (PG) An in depth look at the journeys each of our final four artists has taken to get to the Grand Finale.

8.50 RFDS. (Mal) Pete is forced to face his deepest fears when the crew are tasked with dealing with a catastrophic boat crash.

9.50 The Amazing Race. (Return, PG) Thirteen teams of two embark on a race around the world for a $1 million prize.

11.20 The Latest: Seven News.

11.50 Autopsy: USA: Desi Arnaz. (Ma)

12.50 The Enemy Within. (Mav, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGal) Hosted by Scott Cam.

8.40 Luxe Listings Sydney. (Ml) Simon Cohen hosts a surprise celebration and reveals bold new plans for his business.

9.40 Country Home Rescue With Shaynna Blaze. (PG, R) Shaynna Blaze, together with her children Carly and Jess, restores a dilapidated historical home.

10.40 Nine News Late.

11.10 The Equalizer. (MA15+v)

12.00 The Gulf. (Madls, R)

1.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

2.00 Getaway. (PG, R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R)

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

7.30 The Amazing Race Australia. (Return, PGal) Eleven celebrities race around the world with those they hold dearest.

9.00 Miniseries: Heat. (Mls) Part 1 of 4. A summer holiday turns into a nightmare when two families become trapped in the path of an oncoming bushfire as deep-seated secrets are revealed.

10.00 So Help Me Todd. (PGa) Margaret helps a client whose mother passed during a routine surgery at Allison’s hospital.

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

12.35 Death In Paradise. (Mv, R)

Annika. (Mal, R) 2.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Tenable. (R) 4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

3.30 Italian Food Safari. (R) 4.00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R) 4.30 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Thursday, October 5

8.00 Foreign Correspondent. International affairs program.

8.30 Grand Designs: House Of The Year: Exceptional Materials And Craftsmanship. Part 4 of 4.

9.20 Griff’s Great Australian Rail Trip: Brisbane To Cairns – Try Not Die. (R) Griff Rhys Jones explores Australia by train.

10.10 Art Works. (Final, R)

10.40 ABC Late News.

10.55 The Business. (R)

11.10 Old People’s Home For Teenagers. (PG, R)

12.10 Q+A. (R) 1.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.40 Tenable. (R) 4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30

7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PGd, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Australian Walks With Julia Zemiro. (PG) Julia Zemiro heads to Melbourne.

8.30 Luke Nguyen’s India.

(Premiere) Luke Nguyen explores Southern India, discovering the cuisines, sounds, and colours of the region.

9.30 Crime. (MA15+av) The killer toys with Lennox’s team.

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 Devils. (MA15+ad)

12.00 Nine Perfect Strangers. (MA15+s, R)

3.40 Italian Food Safari. (R) 4.10 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PGa, R) 4.40 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Hosted by Stephen Colbert.

1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG, R) A learner driver bursts into tears.

8.30 MOVIE: Pretty Woman. (1990, Mls, R) A businessman, in need of an escort for the evening, gives a prostitute a first-hand look at the lives of the mega-rich. Richard Gere, Julia Roberts, Hector Elizondo.

11.05 The Latest: Seven News.

11.35 The Great Diamond Heist. (PGa, R)

12.40 The Resident. (Ma, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.00 NBC Today.

4.00 Seven Early News.

4.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGal) With $15,000 on offer in the creative challenge, the contestants are desperate to impress.

8.40 Cricket. ICC World Cup. Group stage. England v New Zealand. First innings. From Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, India.

10.00 ICC World Cup: Innings

Break. Takes a look at the day’s play.

10.30 Cricket. ICC World Cup. Group stage. England v New Zealand. Second innings.

2.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

3.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R)

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

7.30 The Amazing Race Australia. (PGal) In Agra, the celebrities face extreme heat and a monsoon before a Bollywood routine tests their endurance.

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

10.00 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald.

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

12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

NEWLOOK NEWSERVICE OPTIONS

2023 NRL GRAND

1. Which year was the first NRL Grand Final held?

2. Who received the 2022 Dally M Medal?

3. Since 1999, which stadium has almost exclusively hosted the Grand Final?

4. And until which year is the Grand Final planned to be held there?

5. Cameron Smith (pictured) has won how many premierships?

6. How many times has the Grand Final been held in Brisbane?

7. What is the name of the trophy awarded to the Grand Final winners?

8. Who was the first recipient of the Clive Churchill Medal?

9. And how many players have been awarded the Clive Churchill Medal more than once?

10. Since 2015, which company has made the premiership rings given to the winning players and coach?

11. How much prize money is awarded to the winning club?

12. Which two currently competing clubs have yet to participate in a Grand Final?

13. In 2010, which club was stripped of previous wins due to salary cap breaches?

14. The club that wins the Grand Final goes on to play which event?

15. And which club has won that event the most times?

16. In the 2023 season, who was the leading try scorer?

17. And which club do they play for?

18. Coaching since 1987, who is the longest serving NRL coach?

19. Which current player has played the most NRL games?

20. In 1920, Frank Burge scored the most tries in a single game: how many did he score?

21. Which current player has scored five tries in a game twice?

22. Formed in 1908, which NRL team is the oldest in the league?

23. Which musician headlined the 2022 NRL Grand Final show?

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GRAND FINALIST 2023

2023 AFL GRAND

SUPERQUIZ

1. Geelong won the 2022 AFL Grand Final by how many points?

2. Which player won the 2022 Norm Smith medal?

3. The Brisbane Lions joined the AFL in 1999 after a merger between Brisbane Bears and which other team?

4. In which year did the league change its name from VFL to AFL?

5. The International Rules series includes AFL and which other sport?

6. Charles Brownlow played for which VFL club?

7. How many rounds did the 2023 AFL season have?

8. In which year will the currently unnamed Tasmanian team join the league?

9. Not including Australia, which two countries have hosted AFL regular season games?

10. Which city hosted the 2023 ‘Gather Round’?

11. Which two teams typically play in the Dreamtime at the ‘G annual match?

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12. After the MCG, what is the largest AFL stadium in Australia?

13. What was the first non-Victorian based team to make it to the AFL Grand Final?

14. In the past decade (2013–2022), how many times has a non-Victorian team won the AFL Grand Final?

15. True or false: Collingwood won the replay match of the 2010 Grand Final after the first match ended in a draw?

16. Out of the current players in the 2023 season, who has played the most AFL games?

17. True or false: Western Bulldogs have never won a minor premiership?

18. How many times have Port Adelaide been minor premiers?

19. Which team occasionally plays home matches at Blundstone Arena?

20. Which artist was the first person to perform at the AFL pre game show and the NFL Super Bowl?

21. Since 2008 which cartoonist creates the caricature for the Premiership winners that is published in the HeraldSuneach year?

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2 Carlton winner of 2019 NAB Rising S Award (3,5) 3 Doctor (6) 4 GWS player Stephen 5 Referee (6) 6 Star quality (7)

St Kilda ruckman, the supposed ‘bes in the AFL’ (5,8)

(7) 19 Melbourne ruckman, Brodie – (6) 21 Restless (6)

ACROSS

7 Showing compassion (6)

8 One who shares accomodation (8)

9 AFL’s best and fairest award (8)

10 Frozen formation (6)

11 Young people (8)

12 Latitude (6)

13 Location (11)

18 Door features (6)

20 Scholars (8)

22 Big cat (6)

23 Crows club (8)

24 Gather Round city (4,4)

25 Conquer (6)

HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW

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3. Which of these team’s mascots is not an animal?

4. What is the name of the fictional house that the AFL Mascots live in?

After the Brisbane Lions mascot Bernie ‘Gabba’ Vegas retired, which brave lion took his place?

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What kind of bug is the mascot of the Essendon Bombers?

PUZZLES

SUDOKU

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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ACROSS

1 One who believes in sharing evenly amongst the community  (9)

6 Temperate (4)

10 Poem (3)

11 Armour that covers the chest (11)

12 To make more attractive (8)

13 Difficult (6)

14 Puerto Rican actor, – Guzmán (4)

15 Expresses disapproval (7)

20 Supervisors (7)

21 Landlocked West African country (4)

25 Discharge (6)

26 Producing haze (8)

28 Ornamentation (11)

29 Phone program (abbr) (3)

30 Preservative (4)

31 Visible features of an area (9)

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2 A species of buttercup (8)

DECODER

3 Heads of a monastery (6)

4 Beyond words, indescribable (9)

5 Examine (4)

7 Roma is its capital (6)

8 Dragnet (6)

9 Work; use (7)

16 Height (9)

17 Line dividing the earth and the sky (7)

18 Vista (8)

19 First name of Italian composer Verdi (8)

22 Strata (6)

23 Sudden gust of wind (6)

24 Indicates (6)

27 One of the seasons (US) (4)

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Ready to open the doors

The art has been hung, ceramics are on display, the artists are ready and next Friday (6 October) we are throwing our studio doors open for you.

Over 100 local artists have been working hard to ensure they have plenty to dazzle your creative senses over the ten days of Noosa Open Studios 6-15 October.

Access our artists in their private studios and talk to them about their work and inspiration, while driving through the picturesque Noosa Shire.

The free art trail guide, available in digital and hardcover, is your starting point to find the artists you would like to visit. Check the days they are open, view their webpage and social media before heading off.

Collect a copy of the art trail guide from Hastings Street Visitor Information Centre, Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre or Wallace House.

We recommend your first stop is to Wallace House, Noosaville – the historic home of Noosa Arts and Crafts Association and the birthplace of Noosa Open Studios. Here you can view an exhibition of artwork from all our artists and gather tips from the knowledgeable volunteersthe perfect starting point for your art adventure.

All studios are open each weekend 10am4pm, with special mid-week trails open for each of our five separate trail locations. Look out for our colourful flags and signs to guide you along.

Now in its eighth year, Noosa Open Studios, takes locals and visitors into the private studios of our local artists.

On the trail you can experience Noosa Shire through the eyes of our creative residents who work throughout the year on their various artistic pursuits.

Don’t forget to say hi to our sponsors while you are visiting. They have all committed to supporting the arts in Noosa Shire and are essential to delivering this free-signature event for you.

“Supporting our local artists is a source of pride and benefits our community,” said a spokesperson for Bendigo Community

Bank Sunshine Coast.

“Since 2021, our Cooroy and Tewantin branches have been exhibiting and supporting local, regional, emerging, and established artists with the exhibitions changing regularly. Having been involved for the past two years and this year, as a Platinum Sponsor, we believe our investment not only aids artists but also enriches the cultural tapestry of our community. During Noosa Open Studios we are displaying the works of Jennie Smith and Carole Hampson in Tewantin and Noel Foley will be exhibiting in Cooroy.”

Workshops

If your creative side is inspired by our trail, check out the workshops being offered by nine of our artists, during the event and the month of October. Full details are on our website. All workshops are for limited numbers so book early to avoid disappointment. Jennie

Smith, exhibiting at Tewantin Bendigo Bank.

Noel Foley at Bendigo Community Bank (Cooroy).

The holiday of your dreams

Nestled in the heart of the Noosa Heads, Tabi Noosa is emerging as the frontrunner in excellence for Noosa’s short-stay accommodation.

Established as a family business, directors, Michael and James Davey are committed to providing guests with the Noosa holiday of their dreams, while providing a specialised and transparent solution to property owners looking to let their short-stay Noosa properties.

Michael and James created the business, Tabi Noosa, following diverse careers which enabled them to enjoy the very best of the accommodation industry across the world. Their experiences have influenced the curation of a business, which is truly dedicated to excellence.

Michael’s sporting background has seen him chasing tennis courts up and down the Queensland coast, from the prestigious Hayman Island and throughout the north and south coasts. With a solid foundation in tennis coaching and local tennis circuits, Michael has enjoyed the best in Queensland holiday resorts.

For James, a seasoned sommelier from the world of fine dining, embarking on a journey with Qantas enabled him to stay at the best hotels across the world, also playing a pivotal role in curating the esteemed Qantas wine program.

Punctuated by warmth and sophistication, this fusion has forged a partnership that exudes an understanding of the luxury holiday market and enables them to offer guest experiences second to none and in turn boost investment potential.

However, the Tabi Noosa team is far more than its brothers. The team comprises a di-

verse array of talents and experiences, each contributing to the company’s bedrock of excellence.

Kanako Davey, Michael’s wife, has an unwavering focus on detail that leaves properties gleaming. She spearheads the assembly of Tabi Noosa’s experienced housekeeping team, the backbone of the guest experience. Jake Riordan, with a storied resume in hospitality, is the orchestrator behind the scenes, crafting experiences that linger in guest memories, long after they have checked out. Isaac Mar-

tin, with his extensive background in resort chains, possesses an intimate knowledge of the industry, guaranteeing that each property is strategically poised to thrive.

Tabi Noosa’s mission is simple: to provide the best in guest experience and in doing so, empower property owners to unlock the full potential of their investments. Achieving the highest possible income isn’t just a goal; it’s a commitment upheld by a team with a proven track record in making it a reality.

Transparency is an important driver for the

Tabi team. Each owner is provided with a crystal-clear view of their property’s performance via a personalised owner app. Owners can choose how much - or how little - they want to be involved in day-to-day running of their investment properties through the AirBNB and Booking.com portals. The busy owner may opt for minimal intervention, while other owners are empowered through transparency to actively participate in the management of their investments.

In Noosa Heads, where the allure of the coastline meets the sophistication of a worldclass destination, Tabi Noosa stands as the guiding light for guests looking for the ultimate holiday experience, and property owners seeking excellence in Airbnb and Booking. com services. With a team that’s both passionate and knowledgeable, backed by the latest in technology, Tabi Noosa is dedicated to ensuring that your property investment realises its full potential.

A team committed to providing the ultimate guest experience, while maximising return on your investment

Established as a family business, directors, Michael and James Davey are committed to providing guests with the Noosa holiday of their dreams.

The Tabi Noosa team.

A lifetime of memories

In a rapidly changing world, where time is often limited and the desire to experience new destinations remains strong, escorted group tours have emerged as an increasingly popular choice.

They offer a unique blend of adventure, comfort, security and built in friendship.

Escorted tours alleviate the stress of trip planning by providing a hand-picked itinerary that covers accommodation, transport, sightseeing and often meals. This leaves travellers with the freedom to relax and enjoy their journey.

Noosa Travel offers a range of escorted small group tours, both domestic and international.

Join Noosa Travel for an unforgettable 12day Egypt tour that promises to whisk you away to the heart of ancient wonders and modern marvels. From the bustling streets of

Face off against PTSD

PTSD Dogs Australia launched a groundbreaking fundraising event this year, PTSD Face-off and avid fundraisers have been raising funds to shave their beards onWorld Mental Health Day, 10 October.

This unique initiative aims to raise funds for PTSD Dogs Australia while raising awareness for those suffering with PTSD.

PTSD Face-off is a distinctive endeavour that challenges individuals to make a bold sacrifice by shaving their beloved beards. So far there are eight people who are raising funds and will shave off their beards on 10 October. Read all about them and their motivations at ptsddogs.org.au/face-off/

The fundraising efforts will culminate in the PTSD Face Off Masquerade Evening at Your Mates Bowls Pub in Cooroy on the evening of World Mental Health Day. Tickets are $100 and will include a light-hearted evening of fun and frivolity, cocktails, canapes and some surprise entertainment. At

7pm, a shave-off will be done as the fundraisers have their masks (beards) removed and guests will all unmask at the same time to demonstrate solidarity and support for those living with PTSD.

PTSD Face-off is the brainchild of Roger Weeks who is going to face off against his PTSD by shaving off his beard, the mask which most people have never seen him without.

“I can give first hand testimony to the difference a PTSD Dogs can make. My PTSD was at the point that I had developed an exit strategy to life. But thanks to PTSD Dogs Australia and my girl Rosie, my life has purpose again. PTSD Face-off is my chance to help raise awareness and to raise funds to pay it forward and help another veteran or first responder get a dog,” Roger said.

Grab a ticket to the PTSD Face Off Masquerade Cocktail Evening at events.humanitix.com/ptsd-face-off

Cairo to the tranquil waters of the Nile, every moment will be a treasure to cherish.

Noosa Travel has chartered a luxurious Dahabiya boat for the seven-night cruise on the Nile with all meals and touring, including Abu Simbel.

With four nights in Cairo to explore the city, visit the bustling markets, marvel at the Pyramids and with a private viewing of the Sphinx, this tour is like no other on offer.

Escorted tours provide a thoughtful and tailored way to explore the world, offering convenience and enriched experiences.

Whether you are a seasoned traveller or embarking on your first adventure, consider the allure of escorted tours and the hand-picked itineraries that Noosa Travel has created.

For more information on the range of escorted tours that Noosa Travel offers phone 07 54497000 or visit noosatravel.com.au

Noosa Travel has chartered a luxurious Dahabiya boat for the seven-night cruise on the Nile.

Top vibes on howl of a day

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While the pampered pooches enjoyed their outing Noosa RSPCA and Sunshine Coast Animal Refuge (SCARS) staff were there to let people know there were dogs and cats in need of loving families.

Penny from SCARS said the refuge of 44 years adopted out about 1000 animals a year and had about 110 currently in its care with events like Doggy Vibes important to them to raise awareness of the dogs and cars in need and dispel myths about rescue shelters. “We get pets of all breeds and sizes. We

don’t euthanise any animals. We have a couple of dogs that have been with us for about 300 days,“ she said.

Penny said SCARS costs about $900,000 a year to run with veterinary costs their major expense. SCARS has about 80 animals at its shelter and 30 in foster homes and also assists homeless people with their animals and others in various difficulties to keep their pets at home.

She said times for people were tough financially and adoptions were slow this year.

NOTICE TO MEMBERS

Peregian Beach.

Pictures: ROB MACCOLL

Bob and Harry, just hanging out.

Noosa Council local laws officer Andrew Irvine gave visitors the low down on the law.

Abbi with Jasper

Marley, Coco, Olive, Pearl and Kailey with Winnie.

Maree and Penny of SCARS with Rocket.Doggy Vibes organisers Brett and Jon of Peticular

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Ready to roll the curtains

By Abbey Cannan

Noosa’s newest professional theatre company is set to inspire and awaken the imagination in young people with their first show on 7 and 8 October.

Alice Beaver Clapham had long wanted to start her own theatre company.

She always thought that company would be somewhere in the Americas, like back where she grew up in Southern Appalachia, but a theatre job in Hong Kong changed the trajectory of that dream.

“I am very lucky to have grown up in a family that places high value on the arts,“ Alice said.

“I did Odyssey of the Mind for many years. Odyssey of the Mind is a creative problemsolving competition. I always did the classics category that had students do deep dives into art, literature, and historical events. I also, as many young creatives do, put on a lot of shows for my family and neighbours in the backyard and basement.

“I got serious about theatre while I was in high school. I knew then that was what I wanted to do with my life and that is what I have done.”

About a year and half into her time in Hong Kong, she met the love of her life, who happened to be Australian.

After 15 years in Hong Kong and Singapore making theatre with many companies and creatives, the pandemic prompted a permanent move to Noosa.

“Noosa is such a great place to raise a family,” Alice said. “It’s safe and there’s so much to do. My children are thriving here - there’s a real

sense of community.“

“I love the quietness and nature, but also there is a lot going on artistically.You just need to seek it out. I make good use of the Noosa National Forest. I go for trail runs there multiple times a week. I do all my best thinking on the trails.”

Finally, Alice had found the perfect place where she wanted to create a theatre company of her own and the birth of Catbird Theatre Company came about in March of 2023.

The name Catbird comes from two things: One, catbirds live both in the American South and here in Southeast Queensland. And two, there’s a saying in the South, “sitting in the catbird seat” which means you’re in an advantageous position or sitting pretty.

“It’s exciting, stressful and you need great

time management skills, but that would be true with any new business,” Alice said, of the process of creating a theatre company.

“I’m definitely most comfortable with all the creative aspects; the administrative side has been more of a challenge. I’m fortunate to have the support of my husband, children, and friends.“

In deciding what show would be Catbird Theatre’s first, Alice went with creating a poetry show.

This was a no brainer, as a poetry show she created in Hong Kong is still touring schools 15 years later. After reading hundreds of poems, she narrowed it down to a gothic theme and ended up with Stark Raven Mad.

The poems in the show are in the public domain or are being performed with the po-

et’s permission. Stark Raven Mad comprises nearly 40 poems and uses costumes, props, puppets, sounds, and audience interaction to bring the poetry to life.

Poems from Edgar Allan Poe, Heinrich Hoffman, Lewis Carroll, Emily Dickinson, just to name a few.

“This show is so much fun,“ she said.

“It is high energy, whimsical, and interactive. It’s a great way to introduce young people to the possibilities of poetry and theatre. But it’s not just for kids, adults will enjoy the show as well.

“Supporting local art is so important as it adds vibrancy and culture to the community. Comeseetheshow,youwon’tbedisappointed!”

Noosa Today readers have the chance of winning a family pass (4 tickets) for the 3pm show on Saturday 7 October. Entries close Monday 2 October.

To enter visit noosatoday.com.au/competitions

SHOW DETAILS:

The show is recommended for people aged 8 and up or guardian discretion.

· Running Time: Approximately 60 minutes

· Actors: Mary Eggleston, Dan O’Callaghan, and Alice Beaver Clapham

· Stage Manager: Kathryn Barnes

· Where: The Black Box at the Old Ambo Station in Nambour

· When: 7 October at 10am, 1pm, and 3pm and 8 October at 10am and 1pm

For more information visit catbirdtheatre. com

Katie Rose gathers support for annual fundraiser

Much-loved local Noosa charity Katie Rose Cottage Hospice has launched tickets to their annual fundraiser Noosa Gather and Graze on the Green.

Head of Fundraising and Partnerships

Leigh McCready said, “Katie Rose Cottage Hospice is a community operated palliative care facility, right here in Noosa. It is unique in Australia, as we are primarily funded by the community and provide home away from home care for just three guests at a time.”

“Noosa Gather and Graze on the Green is held in the fields at Noosa Dolphins Rugby Union Club and has the purpose of raising awareness about the work we do while connecting with friends in a relaxed and casual environment.”

Guests dress in white and come with their friends to enjoy a picnic under a marquee surrounded by tall, old-growth trees, listen and dance to music from hugely popular local three-piece band RAW ORDIO and order gourmet hampers to be ready at their tables when they arrive.

Hampers are being supplied by local small business The Noosa Forager and Adriano Zumbo Test patisserie, and will be chilled and ready when guests arrive, along with any pre-ordered drinks.

“Sunshine and Sons have generously donated a drink on arrival for every guest and will also provide a bar on the day and online auctions will keep everyone entertained,” Ms

McCready said.

“Attendees can also buy tickets in our scooter raffle, with the scooter kindly sponsored by Scooter Style available to see on display at The Doonan, which shares its Beddington Road address with the hospice.

“Last year was a huge success with more than 100 guests celebrating friendship, connection and a great local cause, and this year we are very grateful to have Noosa Acres come on board as our sponsor of the event.

“Tickets to Gather and Graze are available through our website at aus.givergy.com/ GatherandGraze or our Facebook page for only $105 or $100 on a table. It’s going to be a beautiful day for a wonderful, local cause.”

Katie Rose Cottage Hospice has launched tickets to their annual fundraiser.

Noosa Gather and Graze on the Green is held in the fields at Noosa Dolphins Rugby Union Club.

Actors in the show include Mary Eggleston, Dan O’Callaghan, and Alice Beaver Clapham.

Overheard at the Saltmarsh - Dan O’Callaghan and Mary Eggleston. Mary Eggleston and Alice Beaver Clapham. Pictures: MATHEW YOUSSEF @OFFGRID.TRAVELLER

Alice Clapham has launched Noosa’s newest theatre company.

Stomp on the way to Wolvi festival

TheWolvi Stomp returns on October 20 with a stellar line up of talent to perform at the laidback, licensed camping festival, located in the pristine Cooloola hinterland, celebrating the best of original Australian blues, roots and rock music.

This boutique festival is all about quality music, good people, delicious food and a laidback atmosphere in the rolling hills of Wolvi.

Limited to 250 tickets, the Wolvi Stomp gives you an intimate musical experience with high-quality acts and space to breathe.

The 2023 line-up features The Floating Bridges, Olivia Ruth, Phil Barlow Band, Chev Wilson, Darryl James, Salt and Steel and LR Marsh along with many more talented musicians to be announced.

The Wolvi Stomp brings up-beat, dance floor-filling blues, roots and rock music to the otherwise, peaceful and picturesque hills of the Cooloola hinterland.

Dance the day and night away to top-class touring artists at Wolvi Hall then enjoy a relaxing sleep and slow start to the day in the on-site camp grounds beside Tagigan Creek.

Calls for an encore

Following a sold-out show at The J in late August, AdelaideYouTube sensations the Hindley Street Country Club will wind up their highly successful 2023 Australian tour with an encore gig in Noosa at The J on Saturday 7 October.

From the support of friends and family to generating a global audience of more than a million fans, including 850,000 YouTube subscribers and over 250,000 followers across social media, the rise and rise of this big covers band of exceptional musicians has been

phenomenal. Says co-founder and bassist Con Delo: “I’d like to say that what has unfolded these last five years was the result of some sort of masterplan; the truth is, it wasn’t. What’s transpired since November 2018 has been as organic as it was unexpected.”

HSCC has achieved this remarkable success with zero support or endorsement from traditional gatekeepers and tastemakers. Their growth has come from one of the most powerful and authentic marketing tools available:

a personal recommendation. This organic growth has been fuelled purely by fans who have shared their love for HSCC with friends and family. HSCC’s following has grown from 100 views in Adelaide to one billion views from all corners of the globe. The band have also proven that they are not just another online sensation, with live audiences jumping at the opportunity to see them, and repeat sold out shows in every major city across Australia. Tickets available at thej.com.au

Major boost for our local businesses

Like seagulls at the beach on a hot sunny day, thousands of music lovers will flock to Kings Beach for an unforgettable long weekend of sun, surf and soul.

Favourite songs, new music and memories are up for the taking, as the Caloundra Music Festival program has been released with the full line-up of artists and the schedule allowing you to plan your weekend (29 September - 1 October), so you don’t miss a beat.

Festival fans should go all-in with a weekend pass or buy day tickets at caloundramusicfestival.com before the final ticket release kicks in next week.

More than just music, the beachside festival experience means collaborating with businesses across the region to showcase Sunshine Coast’s local producers, retail and tourism offerings.

Buddina-based business The Branding Office has all the festival merch ready to fly off the shelves and is already taking orders now.

From zero in 2007 to seven in 2023 – that’s how many local craft brewers and distillers will offer up their award-winning beers and spirits at the five festival bars thanks to Beachtree Distilling Co, Brouhaha Brewery, Diablo Co, Moffat Beach Brewing Co, Paradise Rum, Terella Brewing and Your Mates Brewing Co.

Sunshine Coast Council Division 2 Councillor Terry Landsberg said 60 per cent of ticket sales were from out-of-region, reflecting that the artist line-up and the destination were both great attractions for our town.

“Caloundra was named Queensland’s Tourism Town earlier this year and last week named one of Australia’s top three tourism towns,” Cr Landsberg said.

“The sun just keeps on shining for Caloundra’s reputation.

“Kings Beach businesses and Caloundra CBD are ready for the influx, hoping to finish off the school holidays on a high note.

“Businesses across the region were invited to list on the CMF APP and still can.

“Punters can experience plenty of things to do before the festival kicks off each day, whether it’s jet ski hire, breaky at Coffee Cat on Kings, a float at City Cave, Frocal fresh fruit smoothies or a symphony of flavours at Harry’s Beach Bistro and more.”

The festival works closely with local suppliers, vendors, staff and volunteers to create an event that the Sunshine Coast can be proud of.

Cr Landsberg also reminded residents

and visitors that a number of park, road and carpark closures will take place in the Kings Beach area in order to safely build, run and pack down the Caloundra Music Festival.

“Set-up started September 18 and your patience is appreciated during this time,” he said.

All CMF infrastructure will be removed, and parklands will be completely reopened by 5pm on Friday 6 October.

For full details of changed traffic conditions go to caloundramusicfestival.com.au

The Caloundra Music Festival is an event initiative of Sunshine Coast Council and supported by the Queensland Government through Tourism and Events Queensland and features on the It’s Live! in Queensland Events Calendar.

The event is a community-run festival that supports maintenance and upgrades to the Wolvi Hall; a vibrant and historic hall that connects the local community through live music events and social gatherings. This year’s proceeds will go towards the building of an accessible toilet and shower facility within the hall.

On-site camping is managed by the Wolvi Rural Fire Brigade, with all camping proceeds going to support their valuable work in our community. If you want to camp on site you will need to select the Weekend Pass - Including Camping option.

Head over to theWolvi Stomp Official facebook page for more information about the fantastic artists, playing times and ticket information at facebook.com/WolviStompOfficial

Tickets are available from Promotix. Weekend pass $165 plus booking fee, weekend pass with camping $185 plus booking fee.

A limited number of single-day tickets will be available at the door on a first-come-firstserved basis. Price TBA

The Floating Bridges will keep the dance floor moving with their infectious roots music, blending ska grooves, funk and heavy base.

Thousands of music lovers will flock to Kings Beach for an unforgettable long weekend of sun, surf and soul.

Hindley Street Country Club looking resplendent.

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Plenty of ways to get active in Noosa

From sport to dancing or walks there’s plenty of ways to get active in Noosa.

WALK AND WORKOUT

Mature ladies if you’re not as fit as you used to be and you want to get back into moving your body in the great outdoors, then this might just be your answer. Accountability and achievability with a healthy active lifestyle plan customised just for you.Vitality, mobility, stability and longevity are a few of the benefits of building strength and improving flexibility with an easy active fitness plan. Please call Donna on 0419 373 319.

CROQUET

Every Sunday morning is Come and Try Day at the Club in Noosa Waters’ attractive grounds in Seashell Place. Be at the Club by 8.15am where experienced trainers will help you understand what this strategic game is all about. And remember our offer – four free lessons before you need to think about joining. For further information ring Niven on 0428

799 987.

PLAY TENNIS

Fit tennis players required for singles and doubles play during the week and weekends. Squash and tennis players needed Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Call Karen on 0412 485 411.

MAGZ JAZZ

Increase strength, flexibility, energy and wellbeing. Dance exercises and stretching. Learn new dance moves and routines to inspired music. Jazz and Latin style dance keeps the body moving, mind agile, memory working and spirit lifted. Tuesdays 11.30am-1pm in

Tewantin. Phone Margaret for details on 0425 269 988.

INDOOR BOWLS

Noosa Indoor Carpet Bowls Club would love to welcome new members to join us each Friday morning at the Leisure Centre in Wallace Drive, Noosaville. No experience necessary and lots of fun to be had. Play starts at 9am till 11am. Please contact Pam 0407 493 402.

NOOSA FOLK DANCERS

You’re invited to come and try sessions, first one free. Experience traditional and modern, easy and moderate dances from countries around the world, on Fridays from 1011.45am at the Catholic Parish Hall, Moorindil Street, Tewantin. We are a welcoming group providing physical and social well-being through world dance. Phone Philippa on 0417 780 016 or just come along. Wear comfortable shoes.

TAP DANCING

Come and join the fabulous foot percussionists every Thursday at The Uniting Church Hall, Werin St, Tewantin. Beginners start class at 4.45pm and do combined work with the intermediate class from 5-5.45pm. The intermediate class runs from 5-6pm. Contact Helen on 0448 621 788 for more.

SUNDAY DANCE

Dance lessons are on Sundays at Tewantin Masonic Hall, Moorindil St. Lessons begin at 12.30pm with basic dance steps, waltz, then old time, New Vogue, ballroom dances and a little Latin.We run through to 4pm. Lots of fun and dancing, including a 20 minute tea/coffee break. Singles or couples can attend. Call first

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More to see

Artist Paul Meertens is currently presenting the Coastal and Desert Dreams Exhibition at The J Art Wall at Noosa Heads.

After a very positive response to the show, it has been extended until the end of October.

or just rock up. Phone Andrew 0429 829 328 or visit andrewsclassdance.com

SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCING AT POMONA

Every Tuesday evening from 7-9.30pm Pat and Norm Young organise a social evening at the Pomona Memorial School of Arts Hall. Cost is $4. It is a very enjoyable evening as Pat and Norm provide New Vogue as well as Old Time Dancing. Come and see if you will enjoy it or phone 0407 456 939.

PICKLEBALL

Life begins when you discover pickleball. Make new friends, play indoor or outdoor, and its a sport for all ages eight to 88. Noosa Pickleball Club is hosting beginner lessons, and sessions for all skill levels. Find out more by emailing info@noosapickleballclub.com

FITBARRE

Classes for adults based on ballet. Improve your posture, tone and tighten your muscles with this total mind and body conditional workout while enjoying classical music. Classes are on Mondays andWednesdays 9-10.30am (Intermediate level), Thursday 5-5.50pm (Beginners), Friday 9-10am (All levels) at Performing Arts Factory, 2/6-8 Rene St, Noosaville. Phone Angelika on 0488 088 633.

MOTORCYCLING

Motorcyclists around Noosa meet for a regular ride on the firstThursday of each month. Rides of about 200km start at 9am from Noosa, with a snack stop enroute. Thanks for your interest and we look forward to riding with you. Just email noosabonneville@optusnet.com.au for details of the next ride.

The show features vivid coastal landscapes from around Noosa and also vibrant paintings of outback Australian landscapes, people and wildlife. During October the exhibition will be refreshed with some new, exciting works.

The Coastal and Desert Dreams Exhibition runs until Tuesday 31 October. The J ArtWall is at 60 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads. Open Monday-Friday 9am-4pm. Follow @paulmeertensart for more information.

The show features vivid coastal landscapes from around Noosa.

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Looks a little ‘pear shaped’

Belle Arnold says you can’t be serious all the time. Sometimes you just have to play.

This exhibition is about Belle playing with materials, shapes and colours. Like life’s experiences, some things are completely new, some are continuations of things already started and others are reworkings of things you thought you’d finished with.

Called Pear Shapes and Other Things, this show includes felted works, woven items, drawings and mixed media.

The exhibition opens at the Pomona Railway Station Gallery in the Carriage Room on Saturday 7 October when Belle invites you for cake and a chat from 11am to 1pm. Show runs to 1 November. In the gallery’s Banana Shed, Trish Menzies is presenting Essence of Landscapes, a show born of her love and respect for all the environments around us and from

COMMUNITY UPDATES

BENDIGO BANK ART GALLERY

Pop into the Bendigo Community Bank Tewantin branch to view works of art by Jennie Smith and Carole Hampson until Tuesday 17 October.

Opening hours: Monday-Thursday 9.30am4pm, Friday 9.30am-4.30pm.

SEWING NEWS

The Guilded Lilies Sewing Group will meet on Saturday 30 September at Masonic Hall, Moorindal St,T ewantin from 9-3pm. New members and visitors welcome.We do all sorts of sewing, dressmaking, quilting and embroidery. We are a friendly group and welcome new faces. This month we’re having a sashiko demo. Phone Angela 0408068148

MEN’S SHED SALE DAY

Noosa Men’s Shed annual sale day will be on Saturday 14 October from 8.30am-12pm. in Wallum Lane, Noosa Heads. There are also items priced to sell and include Leather goods, Woodwork, plants, Cobber Shed items, Bricka-Brac, artwork, picture frames, tools, bird and possum boxes, native beehives.

Refreshments will be available, shed tours conducted and the Men’s Shed band, the Hip Replacements will keep you entertained. For further information contact 0402 595 094

LIONS CLUB

Want to make friends and assist the community?We are a small, friendly club who will celebrate our 50th year soon. We need people to assist us with the Noosa Tri later on in the year. We have varied activities and projects to raise funds to assist the local community. We meet the the Tewantin RSL. Please phone Keetha 0421 250 614 to enquire.

RED CROSS

Red Cross Tewantin-Noosa branch general meeting will be held on Friday 20 October (every third Friday of month) at Tewantin Noosa RSL at 9.30am. All welcome. Contact: Valerie on 0466 846 110 for further information.

GARDEN CLUB

The next meeting of the Tewantin Noosa Garden Club will be held on Monday 9 October at the Tinbeerwah Hall Sunrise Road at 1.30pm. Guest Speaker will be David Bloom from Bamboo and Bloom Indoor and Patio Self watering Pots. Plant salaes competition table raffles and afternoon tea. Guests welcome. For more information contact Len 0417 604 889.

ORCHID CLUB

Noosa District Orchid and Foliage Society meets on Saturday 7 October at 1pm Tinbeerwah Hall for its monthly meeting and members’ orchid competition. Learn more about growing orchids and foliage with our friendly club. Prospective members welcome to attend. For more information visit noosaorchidsociety.com.au

QCWA

Next street stall is Thursday 28 September at 8 am. Home baking, jams and preserves, expert crafts and plants all on sale at branch hall, next to Post Office in Poinciana Av, Tewantin. Next branch meeting is Wednesday 27 September 5-7 pm followed by dinner at Royal Mail Hotel. Thursday morning cuppa, chat and craft restarts on 5 October, BYO project, morning tea provided for gold coin donation. All Welcome.

a career in landscape architecture over three decades.

The show reflects her fascination with all elements of landscape – botanical details, all-natural settings, and the charm of historic buildings.

“The more I look at landscapes around us, the more colour and play or light shade I see,” says Trish. “It is this I’m currently seeking to capture in my work, be it watercolour, ink or oil on canvas.” The public is invited to the opening of Essence of Landscapes at 11am on Saturday 30 September. Show runs to 26 October.

Pomona Railway Station Gallery is at 10 Station Street Pomona, open 10am-4pm Tuesday to Friday and 10am to 2pm Saturday and Sunday.

Enquiries: Jennifer 0409 063 738

RSL WOMEN’S AUXILIARY

The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa RSL

Women’s Auxiliary will be held on Friday 6 October at the Tewantin-Noosa RSL at 10.30am. Please book and pay to go to Bribie Island day out on Tuesday 21 November. Cost $20. Please phone Kay on 5447 5042. All members and friends welcome.

SUNNY FUNDRAISERS NOOSA

Our next meeting is on the 6 October at the Tewantin Marina at 10am.We are the Noosa Sunny Fundraising Group and raise money mainly for cancer. All welcome to join us. Phone Annie Evans on 0409 385 566.

WOODIES OPEN DAY

The Blackall Range Woodcrafters Guild Inc is holding its famous Open Days on the weekend of 30 September – 1 October at Montville Sportsground, 230-280 Balmoral Road, Montville. The Blackall Range Woodies was formed in 1996 to provide facilities, equipment and timber for members interested in woodworking and has since donated thousands of practical items of woodcraft to many many non-profit community organisations on the Sunshine Coast.

COMMUNITY GARDEN

The Noosa Community Garden is back in full swing attracting a lot of new members. “Our mission is to create a place of positive impact through a community garden in a relaxed, social and sustainable environment through growing together“. We garden every Friday and Sunday from 8am, after harvest which is shared amongst the gardeners, we enjoy a chat over a cuppa. Further details please call Erika 0409 300 007.

CLASSICAL MUSIC

GROUP

We meet every Thursday from 2pm to 4pm in a private home in Noosaville. Why not give us a try? We either watch a Classical Music DVD or listen to Classical Music CDs. There is no charge but I do appreciate a $2 donation for afternoon tea or coffee and biscuits. We are a friendly group who would love to welcome you. Phone Lyn 5449 0537 for more details.

FABULOUS 60S PLUS

We are a fun, friendly, seniors social group. We welcome couples and singles to join us for morning coffee every Monday at the Noosa Marina wine bar Tewantin, from 10am and every Thursday at the Boathouse on the Noosa River from 10am. We also have a monthly program of lunches, dinners, picnics, walks and other fun activities. Contact Joan on 0419 517 869 for more details.

NEW SINGERS WELCOME

Do you love to sing? Why not join Noosa Chorale next term to sing in our Christmas concerts? It is a non auditioned choir. No need to read music, although an advantage.We particularly need more tenors and basses. For more information visit noosachorale.org.au or email your interest or questions to us noosachorale@ gmail.com

PHOTO CLUB

We meet on the second Monday of each month at Uniting Church Hall, 6 Grasstree Court Sunrise Beach at 7pm. The club comprises all levels of expertise form novice to professional. The night comprises a guest speaker, supper

and our monthly critique of member’s work. Visitors welcome.

NOOSA U3A FRIDAY TALKS

· U3A Noosa Friday Talks are held at 1.30 pm at U3A, 64 Poinciana Ave, Tewantin.

· Friday 29 September - Alan Roberts - The Life and Times of Nicolas and AlexandraSession 7 of a 7 week series.

· Friday 13 October – Arnold Kopff – The Temples of Angkor

Full details available on U3A website u3anoosa.com.au/ or phone 5440 5500.

ARTS AND CRAFTS

Workshops: The beauty of white with Jan Lawnikanis: Saturday and Sunday 28 and 29 October, 9 am – 4 pm. Resin art for beginners by Ozratz: Saturday 4 November, 9 am – 12 noon.

Big brushes with Lizzie Connor: StartingTuesday 7 November for 4 weeks, 9 am – 12 noon. To book events phone 5474 1211, email create@noosaartsandcrafts.org.au or visit noosaartsandcrafts.org.au

TEWANTIN NOOSA

LIONS

Looking for something exciting and different. We Serve is our motto and we have fun doing it. Interested? Contact us - we meet at Tewantin Noosa RSL club first and third Tuesday of the month 6.30pm. We would love to meet you.

VIEW CLUB

Noosaville Lunch time View Club supports the education of children through The Smith Family Charity. On the second Thursday of the month we have a Friendship Day where we meet for lunch at various venues. On the fourth Thursday of each month we have our club meeting at the Tewantin RSL at 11.30am with a guest speaker and update on our Learning for Life students. For more information call Wendy Brooks on 0417 267 281

PROBUS

NOOSA RIVER

Our club offers many activities: art, craft, book club, canasta, coffee mornings, creative writing, golf, lunch outings, Mah-jong, Scrabble, theatre (local and Brisbane), walking trips, ukulele and wine appreciation Nights. Monthly meetings are on the first Monday of each month at the Girraween Sports Complex Clubhouse (Entrance off roundabout adjacent Eenie Creek Rd and Langura St) at 9am. Call 0410 687 639.

FROM BACH TO RACH

We have launched a new circle inviting all enthusiasts of classical music to experience their favourite programs on a big screen with a fantastic sound system in a great setting at the Tewantin U3A each Wednesday 10.30am –12.30pm. Interested? Call Barry on 0478 837 708 or email barry.henze@gmail.com

NORTH TEWANTIN BUSHCARE

Join the North Tewantin Bush Care Group of local volunteers every first and third Sunday of the month from 7.30-9.30am. We weed and plant along the river. It is light work and a lot of fun. All equipment is provided and an excellent morning tea follows. Grab a hat and come along. Ring 0432 384 596.

TEWANTIN NOOSA PROBUS CLUB

Often wonder what you can do to fill your days? Why not give Probus a go? We offer a

Tewantin - Noosa Meals on Wheels

Weekly roster for Tewantin- Noosa Meals on Wheels beginning Monday 2 October 2023

Monday drivers: CLOSED PUBLIC

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Tuesday drivers: Laguna, driver needed B run, Tania and Friends, driver needed D run, Denise, Barani and Peter, Amy, driver needed I run, driver needed K run

Kitchen: Christine, Ann

Wednesday drivers: Martina, Trish and Karen, Alan and Cynthia, driver needed E run, Elsa, Kath and Mel, driver needed I run, John and Helen, Paul

Kitchen: Denise, Christine, Jerry, John, Judy

Thursday drivers: Kyle, John E, Darryl, Driver needed D run, Margo and Jim, Kerryn and Stuart, Martin, Martina, Sharon and Mal

Kitchen: Donal, Vicki, Sharon, Claire, Loz

You can also check the roster on our website mealsonwheels-tewantinnoosa.org.au

If you are unavailable or can do an extra run, please phone the kitchen on 5449-7659.

We are looking for drivers and kitchen volunteers.

myriad of fun activities and dining experiences, plenty of opportunities to meet new friends, learn new skills or utilise the many skills you already possess. We meet on the 4th Tuesday of the month at the RSL starting with morning tea at 10am followed by a guest speaker at 10.30am. Please phone Christine on 5442 7397 or visit www.probustewantinnoosa.au

NOOSA PROBUS 2010

Noosa 2010 Combined PROBUS is a great club for retired men and women who love going on bus trips, having coffee, lunches, dinner outings, weekly walks, yoga, theatre, garden outings and an interesting monthly speaker. Meetings are held at the Tewantin Noosa Bowls Club, 65 Hilton Tce, Tewantin on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 9am. For details phone Barbara on 0491 354 054.

MEET YOUR NOOSA JPS

The JPs in the community programme is a valuable voluntary community service. If you are a Justice of the Peace or Commissioner for Declarations living in our Noosa region and would like to volunteer your services a few hours a month at our JP signing centres or to just learn about the JPs in the Community programme, branch forums, workshops and social activities, please email Deb Davis at deborah.davis007@gmail.com

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Thundering to four wins

By Randall Woodley

After the second weekend of the 2023-24 cricket season the Tewantin-Noosa Thunder cricket team leads the First Grade premiership table with wins in their first four T20 matches.

Last Saturday playing down at Caboolture they won both of their two matches to add to their wins the week before.

With eight players unavailable for selection due to holidays and injuries the team that travelled south had five new faces in their line up with at least three making their first grade debuts. However, during the day every player performed to the selectors expectations and the overall results were great team efforts.

The first game was against the Caboolture Snakes who had a very different team to previous seasons but they still were able to field a strong side. After losing a couple of early wickets Cam Taylor (23) steadied the ship with Andy Batten before Taylor was out with the score on 3 for 59 in the 10th over.

This brought Sam Baker to the crease and what was to follow was quite incredible. The two players continued to consolidate rotating the strike in between some great cricket shots before exploding in the last 5 overs which they took for 73 runs. Andy finishing 81 off 55 (6 sixes) and Sam 54 off 31 (4 sixes) to see Thunder finish their 20 overs at 3-168.

Then in the field the Tewantin-Noosa bowlers and fielders picked up where they had left off the previous week. They were able to keep Caboolture to 34 off the powerplay with the crucial wicket of ex-Sate player Glen Batticciotto taken by Cam Taylor who bowled a wicket maiden in the 5th over. Caboolture were held to 2-55 after 10 overs with the minimum runs a credit to the bowlers. In his First Grade debut, Ben Potter was brilliant with his leg spin through the middle order. Caboolture were going as hard as they could but just could not keep up with the required rate despite their captain, Cameron Trask making 88 off 54. Talon Reichert and Jarrod Officer came back to bowl at the death and the Snakes innings finished on 3 for 154. Any win is a good win against Caboolture but this victory will stand out with the partnership between Andy Batten and Sam Baker as one to remember. After what was witnessed in this match, much is antici-

pated from this duo throughout the season.

The afternoon match was against the Caloundra Lighthouses who had won both matches last weekend before losing their morning match on Saturday. The Thunder team batted first as they had done in their first three matches and again it proved to be a winner. The boys posted 152 for the loss of 5 wickets off the back of the skipper Michael Eckard with a really impressive 69 off 54 balls. Cam Taylor with 34 off 30 contributed well whilst everyone else chipped in to see the team keep the rate above a run a ball.

Bowling with a strong breeze blowing down the field, was a perfect scenario for the team’s slow bowlers and confidence was high that it would be tough for the opposition to score more than the 150 runs set for them on the large ground. It was a welcome back to one

of the team’s best bowlers from past seasons, Scott Aufderheide who bowled a maiden in the 2nd over before the chase fell apart for Caloundra. Talon Reichert took a wicket in the 3rd over before Scott went for only 1 in the 4th. Wickets to the experienced Jarrod Officer in the 5th, 7th and 9th overs and another to Cam Taylor in the 8th had the game over at 5 for 38 from 10. Talon came back to take 2 more wickets in the 13th over with Ben Potter extremely impressive at the other end with his leg spin.

As usual in the T20’s all of Thunder’s seamers were happy to push into the wind with no complaints so the spinners could bowl with it. Brilliant team effort to see Caloundra all out for 81 in the last over. No one could recall a misfield in their innings. Bowling honours went toTalon Reichert with 3 for 19 and Officer 3 for 21, both off their 4 overs.

There are no matches next weekend but the season resumes with a T20 night match against Maroochydore Swans at Read Park on Thursday, October 5. Match will start at 6pm. All other Senior and Junior grades matches will commence on Saturday, October 7.

Junior representative team trials

The selection trials for junior cricketers who aspire to be part of a Sunshine Coast Representative Team are to be held on Sunday 8 October at grounds as follows:

· Under 12- Cooroy-Eumundi Cricket Club.

· Under 13- Cooroy-Eumundi Cricket Club.

· Under 14- Coolum Cricket Club.

· Under 15- Glasshouse Cricket Club. Full details are at – sunshinecoastcricket.com. au/events

Noosa Charity Car Show supports Katie Rose Cottage

The Noosa Charity Car Show is a fundraising event in support of Katie Rose Cottage Hospice.

There will be a range of select cars of all makes and models on display from every era ranging from pre-1936 cars, to modern day desirables including limited production vehicles and hot rods. Stroll through each era on display, talk to the owners and admire the evolution of vehicles as well as the passion of the owners that maintain and display them.

There will be around 120 amazing cars and an exclusive motor bike display.

Club president Ken McGregor anticipates a relaxed, happy event.

“We want to create a picnic atmosphere where people can appreciate the cars and motorbikes and talk to the owners about their pride and joy in a spacious layout,“ Ken said.

“We enjoy our cars and motorbikes, and we are inviting people to share our enthusiasm.

“The Rotary Club of Cooroy is cooking up the barbecue breakfast and lunch goodies. Jo Jo’s Coffee will be serving up coffee during the day, Dairy Delights will be serving ice creams for the kids and big kids.“

Ken said the club was formed only five years ago and “we have over 350 enthusiastic members and growing.

“There are many car enthusiasts on the Sunshine Coast, and they have these amazing collections of cars and motor bikes tucked away that nobody sees. An event like this will bring them out.”

Plenty of Free on-site spectator parking is available off Mill Street as well as along

Gympie Terrace.

Noosa Charity Car Show 8am-1pm, Sunday October 1st, Chaplin Park, Mill St, Noosaville. Entry $5 adults, children U14 free when accompanied by an adult. Sorry no dogs allowed. All proceeds go to Katie Rose Cottage Hospice.

More information at roadrunnercarclub. com.au or contact Graeme Adams, car show event manager on 0407 565 628.

2022 Best In Show Winner.

Norton Special Winner Best Motorbike.

Thunder batsman scoring runs in the teams wins last Saturday.

Talking Sport Ron Lane

Big season for Jiu Jitsu

Jiu-Jitsu

Once again, the CAZA Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu club, located in Noosa Junction, has by its results in Queensland Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Open Championships, showing its high standard of coaching, discipline and teamwork. Held in the Clippers Basketball Stadium Buderim, with a total of 38 teams competing, the Caza club continued on its winning way.

Competing under head coach Professor Yoshi Hasegawa and his coaching panel, their achievements have again been outstanding. With a total of 38 teams competing the results speak for themselves. The Caza club had a team of 56 competing and contesting 136 matches.

At the end of the day, it was another outstanding medal tally: 34 gold, 30 silver and 17 bronze. Add to this the Caza club won the Overall Team Championship with a total of 1239 points, kids and Juvenile Championship Team 732 points and Men’s Championship Team with 486 points.

For the students of Jiu-Jitsu there is a busy time ahead. Next on the agenda will be 8 October for the Queensland Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Clubs, East Coast Australian Championships to be held in Brisbane. Then from 27 to 29 October , it will be the big one: The Pan Pacific Jiu-Jitsu 2023 IBJJF Championship. This will be held at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatics Centre, Aughties Drive, Hall One, Lakeview 2 and 3 Albert Park Melbourne. This is sure to be the biggest competition of the year.

Then on Sunday 19 November just to keep everyone active, the Gold Coast will hold their Queensland Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Gold Coast Championships. There can’t be any doubt that this sport referred to as the BJJC (QueenslandBrazilian Jiu-Jitsu Clubs) is the fastest growing sport and is there for all ages. For one that is steeped in tradition and pride, its future is assured.

Surf competition

There is more good news from the boating section of the Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving club. As a follow on to receiving a new boat, compliments of sponsors Netanya Noosa, word from the boating fraternity informs us that they have more than a good chance of having a total of eight crews on the water for the upcoming 2023/24 surf boat raising season.

In a discussion with a boat representative the crew tally stands as followers: two junior boys, two junior girls, an under 23 boys and girls, reserve grade ladies and once again two masters. The sweeping this season will have two men standing. If this tally holds for the season (in particular having two experienced sweeps and a possible third) it could for Noosa be a great year.

With boat rowing being a team sport the above possibility will be a great build up to membership numbers. Apart from rowers, in a boating fraternity there is always a good solid back up team needed. A build up of this nature, will definitely put a smile on the faces of the sponsors. Apart from team spirit, club morale will go through the roof. There is nothing like the sight of a surf boat with a crew of five,

be they be male or female, sliding down the front of a big green wave: add to this is the fact that there could be another two or three such crews on the same wave. And who knows what will happen next.

Last weekend the boat section conducted a come and try invitation session for possible new members and happy to say some 16 new boys turned up. When young people consider joining surf clubs the sporting side of things is always of importance. Beach patrolling and surf sports go hand in hand, as teamwork and physical fitness is a necessary virtue for both: and never forget that big encouragement -mateship.

While the boat section is planning for another season of competition, so too is Noosa’s iron men and women. Noosa’s Director of Surf Sport, Alan Rogers, is definitely on the ball giving support and encouragement to the rowers and activating and organising a weekend training camp for the Coolangatta Gold contestants. This type of training is vital as it prepares them mentally as well as physically, for the tough grind that lays ahead.

When we mix lifesaving (beach patrolling) and sport it was interesting to see our local international champion weightlifter Taj Marsh reporting back to his surf club to complete his annual proficiency. To see this young man, now making his way in international competition, still being prepared to fulfil his patrol duties, speaks volumes for his patrol captain, his weight coach (who happens to be his father, as well as the Noosa nipper coach,Woogie Marsh) and his family.Well done to all.

Little Athletics

At the recent Coles 2023 Little Athletics Carnival held in Bundaberg and attended by 600 competitors from across the state, it was a very successful and thrilling track and field event. Club spokesperson Tanya Mattila could not be happier. “The atmosphere was electric as our Noosa athletes showed their dedication, determination and talent. They contested a variety of events, including hurdles, sprints, walking races, long and triple jump plus shotput and javelin.”

As if the competition was not enough, a strong south easterly wind added to the challenge: this however only made the athletes more determined. Among the standout performances was U/11s athlete Harvey Zegers, who came away with four medals, taking silver in the 100 and 400m sprints and triple jump and bronze in the long jump.

Not to be outdone, Clara Hermus put in a great effort to win silver in the 700m walk and Zachary Nielsen running in the 60m hurdles won silver and topped it off in the 200m sprint. Eleanor Tillotson came away with a bronze medal in both the 400m sprint and the long jump. Marlon Andrews proved that the rigorous training program paid off by winning the gold medal in the 200m sprint.

Other great team efforts came from Linden and Eliana Hermus, Eli Melinz, William Tillotson and Stella Zegers who competed in the long and triple jumps: and in the running Lenny Juno showed plenty of endurance and team spirit when he contested the 400,800 and the 1500m events.

The overall performance of our Little Athletics has been one of achievements and pride in performance of their chosen disciplines. With the ongoing great work of coaches and the support of families and sponsors such as Coles, anything is possible. We wish them every success.

To top off a great carnival our athletes had the opportunity to meet Olympic gold medallist and Coles Little Athletics Ambassador, Sally Pearson: and many of our athletes went home withtheOlympicchampion’sautograph.Something, I am sure they will cherish forever. For those interested in the club, the final trial night will be held this Friday 29 September, from 5pm at the Girraween Sports Complex: further information call 0434 121 365.

Our Seahorse Nippers

It’s on again. Time for those beachies who care about others, to assemble at the Noosa Heads Surf Club: water safety and lifesavers will be required from 7-9am this Saturday morning. Purpose. Working and supporting the Seahorse Nippers.

With a total of 43 excited Seahorse Nipper participants, signed up for the program, the organisers are looking for as many helpers as possible. Remember that each participant requires, at least, one on one support. The Seahorse Nippers is an extremely rewarding program for all involved: the smiles and laughter is infectious.

For those with parking or wheelchair problems remember that the courtesy bus will convey families from the Noosa Lions Park, from 6.30am on, to the Surf Club front. Once again, our thanks to our local council for their ongoing support. See you on

sand.

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The Caza club had a team of 56 contesting 136 matches.

They contested a variety of events, including hurdles, sprints, walking races, long and triple jump plus shotput and javelin.

The overall performance of our Little Athletics has been one of achievments and pride in performance.

Noosa athletes showed their dedication, determination and talent.

Professor Yoshi Hasegawa holds the trophy for the club’s win of the Overall Team Championship.

CAZA Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu club has by its results in Queensland Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Open Championships, shown its high standard of coaching, discipline and team work.

Gone Fishing

Tackle World Noosa

Wind drives anglers in

With some pretty horrendous offshore conditions last week, the offshore crew pretty much left it on the trailer.

Unfortunately beach conditions were not much better so with this our report this week is more based on the protected waterways.

With quality mangrove jack in most of the creeks in the great sandy strait’s anglers are spoilt for choice.

Fishing the top of the tide around the rock bars of Kauri Creek has been a hot spot for jacks.

Also try casting Zman plastics rigged weedless into snags as you work your way up and down the creek - this has claimed some trophy fish.

Trolling hard bodies have also been a great way of getting stuck into some of those notorious mangrove jack.

There are some great lures on the market but one of the standouts with great value for money is the Berkley Pro-Tech in the Bazz Baits.

This is a suspending lure that comes in a couple of different dive depths.

Soft plastics have been working a treat on the flathead.

Especially the prawn profiles, good sized flathead and school jew have been cruising the bottom so make sure you have a heavy enough jig head to keep you on the bottom, set yourself up on the outgoing tide and simply drift your way back on the tide.

When you catch one make sure you work that same area prolifically is there fish tend to nest up at this time of the year.

Up around Inskip and the current line have been a go to area for the early morning angler.

Some good-sized trevally, queenfish and the odd tailor have been feeding on the large amounts of bait brought in on those big spring tides.

Surface poppers like the Lucky craft G–Splash has been one of the standouts for those working the surface when you see those tell tail bust ups.

As the day progresses switch to a deeper diving hardbody or soft plastic, for those of you that just want to put fish in the boat then the good old live bait will just about guarantee you a feed.

Alligator Creek mouth and Bullock Bay have been producing good numbers of whiting, live worms pealed prawn and yabbies’ have been some of the favoured baits.

Also casting over the flats with a surface walker style lure has been a great way to bag an elbow slapper.

Crabs are also starting to come online as we move to those warmer months.

Make sure you have your details on your floats or if you are tying off to a tree make sure your details are above the water line.

Remember to only keep the bucks and only four crab pots per person, with a maximum of 7 crabs per person and a maximum of 14 per boat.

Fisheries are red hot on crabbers but if you do all the right things, you won’t have a problem.

The Noosa River has also been outstanding, anglers are seeing good size jacks up between the lakes.

Trevally are also in good numbers along with jewfish.

The deeper holes seem to hold the jew

with the Samaki Vibalicious a favourite.

The jacks have been firing around the mouth of Weyba creek.

You may also find yourself hooking into a few flathead bream or even a stonker diamond trevally, try the larger size Zerek Live Cherabin, these are rigged weedless so you can really pitch them into the structure.

The areas around the dog beach have been a great spot for families with plenty of smaller whiting, bream and flathead to help keep the kids entertained, small hooks on a running sinker rig with small baits of prawns, yabbies or worms should see the kids catching.

In the Mary River there has been plenty of activity downstream from the weir, anglers have been doing the slow meander down river in kayaks, water levels have definitely dropped over the last month with little rain-

fall in the catchment areas.

Smaller bass have been plentiful along with Saratoga and sooty grunter.

Unfortunately tilapia are still in big numbers which is a shame for our pristine waterway.

Spinnerbaits have been very successful with smaller chubby style lures also working well.

For all the latest information log onto www.fishingnoosa.com.au for up-to-date bar and fishing reports, don’t forget to drop into Gympie’s Newest tackle store “The tackle Shop”, Tackle World Noosa, and 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!

Check tank water levels

If you’re not on town water, have you checked your tank lately?

The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting a below median rainfall for September to November and warning that this summer the Sunshine Coast will be hotter and drier than others in the last three years.

Council is reminding residents not connected to town water that now is the time to check you have an adequate water supply and have prepared your home for the hot weather to come.

Apart from some much-needed rain in some parts of the region, Council has already started to field enquiries from concerned residents about the low levels of their water tanks.

Local Disaster Management Group coordinator Wayne Sunderland says many new residents to the Sunshine Coast may not have experienced living in a home reli-

ant on tank water.

“In previous years, some residents not connected to town water faced a critical water situation after some people left it too late to fill their tanks or fix any leaks,” Mr Sunderland said.

“This led to delays for tank refills with commercial water carriers struggling to meet demand.

“To avoid a water shortage over the summer, now is the time to contact the water carriers and ensure your supply.”

Any person experiencing extreme hardship due to lack of water supply should make their situation known to friends, family, neighbours, relatives, or assistance agencies for support.

Find out more about preparing for extreme weather events at the Get Ready Queensland website.

Aiden Whiteman with a solid barramundi.

of Brine Phil

Farewell France (for now)

Our last week in France was filled with friendship, laughter, emotion, good food and wine, and even a couple of surfs, all overlaid on the excitement of the RugbyWorld Cup happening all around us.

But let’s take the last day first.

Having spent our final night in Anglet with dear friends Maurice Rebeix and wife Natatxa Soms-Ferrer (featured in last week’s NT), I drove the autoroute north for the airport at Bordeaux, stopping halfway at Contis-plage for a last lunch of our stay with another remarkable Frenchman whom it has been my honour to call a friend for more than 25 years.

Two years ago in this space I wrote: “ ‘I ain’t been twin since yesterday,’ the surfing mariner Emmanuel Berque posted on social media last week. ‘Maximilien fell asleep peacefully, but didn’t wake up anymore … gone naked and without any instruments.’ Just as they had made their Atlantic crossings, alone in their tiny sailboats, navigating wild seas by the stars. And with those simple words, my friend Manu brought the curtain down on the strange and wonderful lives that these identical twins shared. Having visited them often at the rambling family home, I could picture the scene that morning in the tiny bedroom they shared, sleeping side by side on thin mattresses, and it brought a tear.”

Lunching in Contis last week with Manu and Dan Herbert (who founded Chez Dan, where I held my rollicking 50th birthday party so long ago, with the Berque twins down on their knees in the mosh pit in praise of Texas blues sensation Tracey Coniver) a slightly battle-worn 73-year-old Manu Berque confides in me, “It is difficult now, because the two is now one, but we have to go on.”

And go on he does, publishing a new version of the book of their heroic and historic sailing adventures, Les Mutins de Micromegas, and releasing a film version which has shown at festivals across Europe and the Americas. Signing the new edition book for me in a stroke-affected wobbly hand, Manu says: “You will like this better. Max took the dirty bits out, I put them back in!” I remembered that when I wrote a profile on the Berques for The Surfers Journal some years ago, Manu told me: “The late ‘60s and early ‘70s were like a long wet dream.” Now, an old man in a small seaside town, keeping the spirit of his beloved twin alive by thinking for two, he is comforted by his daughter and grandchild, the product of the only year of 70 (uni days) when les jumeaux Berque did not share a humble bedroom.

We call for more wine and raise our glasses in a toast to the future.

Jumping back to the first day of the week, Sunday, after a few waves out the front, most of the day was devoted to the second reunion of the Quiksilver Europe marketing team circa 2003, the first having been held on our last visit in 2018. Jointly organised by my former 2-IC Dave Mailman and Roxy’s Nadege Alloatti, this reunion was even more fun than the first, with most of the old crew attending, including French friends Maritxu and Brigitte Darrigrand (the former marketing chief of Roxy Europe and a Quik Europe co-founder, respectively), Manu Labadie and Nadege with baby Romy, plus Aussie expats Simon Wootton, Jasper Sanders and Barry McGrath. It was held at le Bar Basque in Guethary, one of our favourite old haunts, where Jasper is now part-time chef (and the food is amazing).Through the Sunday arvo promenade throng, we could view our old second-floor apartment across the street (with the black knight of Malibu, Miki Dora, in the flat above), looking out through a shuttered Basque window at the surf break of les Halcyons. So many memories, so many laughs, so many saluts!

During the week I also caught up with a few other former colleagues who couldn’t make the reunion, including Basque big wave star Peyo Lizarazu (now doing well in real estate in the border towns of St Jean de Luz and Hendaye) and expat Aussies surfboard shaper Phil Grace and surf legend Stephen “Belly” Bell. After 25 years on tour as Kelly Slater’s righthand

man (when he was affectionately known as Belly Slater), our mate is now focused on Bell, his new superstore, factory and distribution centre in les Landes, and on helping stepson Leo Fioravanti (currently #9 on the WSL world tour) become the first Italian to win a surfing world title.

Back at our digs in Bidart, a swarm of former All Blacks stars and an army of supporters had hit town determined to party their way back to happiness after losing the first match of theWorld Cup to hosts France. Our personal

hosts, Denise and Jeff Bradburn, another former Quiksilver colleague and longtime surfing buddy, have strong associations with the All Blacks since Jeff narrowly missed selection in the ‘80s and moved to Europe to play club rugby, a well-worn path which has resulted in a huge expat rugby community in le pays Basque.

As Aussie ring-ins, we joined in the week of festivities in homes, bars and restaurants from Bidart to Bayonne, but I also got to spend a bit of beer and surf time with Scott Robertson, the

hard-hitting back-rower and former All Black, and star with the Crusaders in Super Rugby, who had recently been named as the new All Blacks coach, effective after the current World Cup. Having spent three seasons playing for Perpignan, Scott speaks near-fluent French, loves a beer and a glass of wine and is no slouch on a SUP. Great bloke.

And suddenly we’re touching down at Gatwick on yet another delayed British Airways flight, with just a week in the UK between us and home.

The Berque twins and Micromegas on their first trans-Atlantic crossing in 1994.

Picture: M. BERQUE

The twins in the cramped cabin of Micromegas IV, 2007.Marketing team reunion at Bar Basque. Love this motley crew!

The beautiful village of Guethary on a flat day. All Blacks coach Scott Robertson enjoys an apres-surf gargle. Belly and Gracey at the new Bell factory.

SERVICING ALL SUNSHINE COAST SUBURBS

PROPERTY

AUCTIONS SPRING INTO ACTION

PROPERTY MATTERS

ERLE LEVEY

BRIGHT yellow wattle signifying spring is in sunny abundance everywhere.

Similarly, a flurry of interest in properties across all price-points and locations pre auction and especially on auction day, which is always an exciting time, albeit sometimes bittersweet.

“That brief moment when the auctioneer’s hammer falls is when life positively changes for the sellers, signifying they have officially sold and with a multitude of things on the agenda can proceed with certainty and purpose,” explains agency principal Tom Offermann.

“At the same time there is an explosion of excitement for the buyers. Their search has finally ended, dreams realised and a new chapter in life is about to begin.

“That’s what I really love about auctions. It is a major win-win for both the buyers and sellers, with most properties selling under the hammer to buyers who are cashed-up or have arranged finance in advance, and for properties not selling under the hammer within a week or two we typically match them up with buyers who require conditions such as finance.

“For some who have missed out on auction day perhaps being out-bid, another opportunity is just around the corner.

“Auctions have proven to be the best and fairest way to bring buyers and sellers together in a transparent environment.”

It was very happy days for Tom Offermann Real Estate agents Michael McComas and Rebekah Offermann at their listing of 32 Mermaid Quay, Noosa Waters, a three-bedroom, three-bathroom waterfront residence in a cul-de-sac and neighbour to Seahorse Park. It was sold under the hammer for $3.9m.

NEGOTIATIONS CONTINUING

At 6 Stevens St, Sunshine Beach, a quintessential easy-breezy residence close to the beach and designed by awardwinning architect David Teeland, Tom Offermann Real Estate agents Rebekah Offermann and Michael McComas are continuing negotiations post auction with interested parties. It is listed at $6.95m. Negotiations post-auction are underway for a two-level, five-bedroom, threebathroom beachside residence at 1 Peregian Esp, Peregian Beach, with Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Tracy Russell. It is listed for $2.385m.

STYLE AND POSITION

It’s a beautiful house, north-facing on 7428sq m offering privacy as well as position.

The three-bedroom house with studio and pool at 33 Kingsgate Dve, Tinbeerwah, has been attracting good interest ahead of the auction set for Saturday, 7 October, at 12pm.

Graham Smith at Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty, Noosa said a midweek preview instigated early interest and that

was followed by a good response at the Saturday open house and some second inspections.

Interest has been local, but there have been inquiries from Sydney’s northern beaches and those looking to move from Noosa’s eastern beaches.

“They like the bit of space and privacy,’’ Graham said. “The other good thing is Kingsgate is reasonably quiet but the home is so private in a sub-tropical setting.

“There is huge studio space with mezzanine separate to the main home with a double carport in between so it is covered all the way and acts as a breezeway.’’

The house features light-filled open plan living with gas fireplace opening to the the entertaining deck and saltwater pool.

A chef’s kitchen comes with high-end European appliances including a Miele induction cooktop, Bosch dishwasher, full size V-ZUG combi steamer and convection oven, soft-close cupboards and drawers plus two pantries, including a butler’s pantry.

The air-conditioned main bedroom suite boasts a walk-in-robe, elegant ensuite with

separate toilet, and direct access to a covered patio. The other bedrooms feature air-conditioning, built-in robes, ceiling fans and garden views.

Set between them, the modern bathroom features tasteful floor-to-ceiling tilework, a countertop vanity basin, and a deep tub with an outlook over the grounds.

ADDRESS SAYS IT ALL

It’s Webb Rd ... what else can you say?

A cracker property that is naturally attracting interest and going to auction at this stage despite the amount of activity.

A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car beachside house with pool at 11A Webb Rd, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction Saturday, 30 September, at 12pm.

Marketed by Mike Hay and David Conolly of Century 21 Noosa it features ocean views and has holiday approval.

The north-east aspect of the property catches the morning sun and afternoon breezes.

There is a quality kitchen, huge main bedroom suite and big balcony.

Other features include a large oceanview roof terrace, games room and bar, and two offices.

Jubilant Tom Offermann Real Estate agents Michael McComas and Rebekah Offermann at 32 Mermaid Quay, Noosa Waters. 362273

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car house on 665sq m at 9 George St, Noosaville, has gone to contract prior to auction on Saturday, 7 October. 362289

A three-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car villa with study 1/23 Bluefin Ct, Noosaville, goes to auction at 11am Saturday, 30 September.

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car riverfront apartment at 6/8 Quamby Place, Noosa Heads, is set for auction at 11am Friday, 6 October. 362273

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, five-car house, shed, on 2.8ha at 64 Binalong Rd, Pinbarren, will go to auction at 1pm Friday, 6 October.

ALWAYS IN DEMAND

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, twocar house on 665sq m at 9 George St, Noosaville, was always going to be in demand.

Marketed by Julie Bengtsson of Tom Offermann Real Estate, the cottage has been in the same family for 60 years.

Zoned medium density residential, it has gone to contract ahead of the auction scheduled for Saturday, 7 October.

There were multiple offers prior, Julie said, and the vendors made the decision to go ahead with the offer, from a local buyer who is going to renovate and make it home.

POSITION, POTENTIAL

A three-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car villa with study 1/23 Bluefin Ct, Noosaville, goes to auction at 11am Saturday, 30 September.

Greg Smith and Tanya Taylor at Select Noosa saw 15 groups at the first open and a beehive of activity since.

“They like position and potential,’’ Greg said. “It’s a good chance to get into the precinct.

“Bluefin can back onto streets or shops, but this property has a park so there is no noise factor and has potential with a main

bedroom downstairs.’’

Interest has been a mix of locals and interstate. It will suit the owner-occupier wanting to downsize, the empty nester that loves to lock up and travel, or the investor.

WATERFRONT APPEAL

With the Noosa property market having picked up noticeably since mid August, Jesse Stowers of Tom Offermann Real Estate is seeing incredible numbers at the three-bedroom, two-bathroom riverfront apartment 6 in Las Rias at 8 Quamby Pl, Noosa Heads.

With 26 apartments in total at Las Rias, they are always in demand, Jesse said.

To get a three-bedroom waterfront apartment is very rare.

All interest so far is national - Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne.

Set for auction at 11am Friday, 6 October, the apartment has one neighbour and a north-facing terrace with several metres of lawn to the water’s edge.

Generous living spaces come with wispy sheers, sumptuous creamy-hued sofa, custom timber cabinetry, roomy timber table and white chairs, plus bar and a servery.

The kitchen comes with stone-topped

timber-fronted cabinetry including the island/breakfast bar, high-end appliances. There are river views from pillow in the glamorous king-size bedroom suite, with a roomy walk-in robe, ensuite and doors out to the terrace.

Two additional bedrooms have plantation shutters, built-in robes and a shared bathroom.

BEACHFRONT OPPORTUNITY

From waterfront to beachfront, Jesse Stowers has a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment 302 Netanya Noosa at 71 Hastings St, Noosa Heads, set for auction at 11am Saturday, 7 October.

“It’s on the garden side of Netanya yet you get ocean views,’’ Jesse said. “So you are getting entry-level to the beachfront.

“There is always interest in such position and there have been good numbers attending the open for inspections.’’

STUNNING MOUNTAIN VIEWS

It’s a gorgeous character home that would suit small families, couples, those looking for an alternative lifestyle or anyone who appreciates privacy and amazing mountain views.

The three-bedroom, two-bathroom, five-

car house, shed, on 2.8ha at 64 Binalong Rd, Pinbarren, will go to auction at 1pm Friday, 6 October.

Kess Prior at Hinternoosa said the fullyrenovated house features high ceilings, fretwork, bespoke kitchen, elevated verandahs and spacious open-plan living, sunroom, study/laundry.

AUCTION ACTION

SATURDAY, 30 September

Noosa Heads · 12 Milpera Retreat: 5bed, 4bath, 3car house, pool, 1pm, Clare Sherwood 0402 903 733 Tom Offermann Real Estate Noosaville

· 6/173 Gympie Tce: 3bed, 2bath, 1car riverfront apartment, 11am, Melanie Butcher 0407 379 893 Chris Kazal 0402 833 303 Laguna Real Estate

· Villa 1/23 Bluefin Ct: 3+bed, 3bath, 2car duplex villa, 11am, Greg Smith 0418 758 465 Tanya Taylor 0400 220 580 Select Noosa

Sunshine Beach

11A Webb Rd: 5bed, 3bath, 2car beachside house, pool, 12pm, Mike Hay 0417 624 059 David Conolly 0438 259 956 Century 21 Noosa ●

12636989-SM39-23

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, four-car house with pool, studio, on 7428sq m at 33 Kingsgate Dve, Tinbeerwah, goes to auction at 12pm Saturday, 7 October. 360406

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, four-car house with pool, studio, on 7428sq m at 33 Kingsgate Dve, Tinbeerwah, goes to auction at 12pm Saturday, 7 October. 360406

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, four-car house with pool, studio, on 7428sq m at 33 Kingsgate Dve, Tinbeerwah, goes to auction at 12pm Saturday, 7 October. 360406

12MIlPeRAReTReAT, NOOSAHEADS

Sublimeover-sizedcontemporarybeachyfamilyhome withmultipleblack-butt flooredlivingandhang-out spaces filledwithnaturallight.Nearly500m2ofhome packedfullofmod-cons.Indoorsandthenorthfacing outdoors,cometogetherandhavealargeundercover entertainingterracewithabuilt-ingourmetBBQ and fireplace.Thesun-drenchedpoolhasasuperb garden-fringedlawnarea.Thelavishcustomkitchen

haseverythingonthewish-listofapassionatecook includingaquadMielecookingstation.A3.5cargarage leavessomuchspaceforyourboat,van,jetskior motorbike….maybeallofthem!Thisamazinghomeis alushoasis,setovertwogenerouslevelsinaquietand prizedcul-de-sacaddress,highonthehillandminutes fromtheheartofcosmopolitanNoosaHeads.

A 5 B 4 C 3 D

Auction Saturday30September1pm

View Saturday12.30pm

Agent ClareSherwood 0402903733

clare@offermann.com.au

6/8QUAMBYPLACE, NOOSAHEADS

Ifloveisaprivilegedlocationonasalubriousstretchof thepristineNoosaRiver,withoneneighbour,swoonworthyfrontrowseatsonanorth-facingterracewith severalmetresoflawntothewater’sedge,plusafeast ofseagull’seyeviewsstretching180-degreesfromthe NoosaRivermouthtoyachtssailingnearpark-fringed Noosaville,thisisthemomentofreality.Youhavefound holidayheaven.Similarlyspectacularandplentiful,

areeffectivelydefinedspacesalllight,brightand whitewashedwithbeachysophistication,sumptuous sofas,wispysheersandcustomcabinetrysuggesting livingandlovingthegoodlifenotonlyrevolvesaround indoors,butitsunimpededconnectivitytooutdoors, wheresunsetsoverMountCooroyandshimmering watersintheforefrontaremesmerising..

A 3 B 2 C 1 D

Auction Friday6October11am

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Saturday&Wednesday 12.00-12.30

Agent JesseStowers 0414367282

jesse@offermann.com.au

16DUNNARTPLACE, MOUNTCOOLUM

Thisremarkableresidence,occupyinga2,730-squaremeterplot,boasts flawlessarchitecturalelements. Nestledinanexclusivecul-de-sac,itoffersaweinspiringvistasofMountCoolumanddelivers exceptionalvaluewhenconsideringbothlandsizeand itsutilizationpersquaremeter.Thedistinctivedomeshapeddesignallowsforloftyceilingsandanopenconceptlayout,envelopedby360-degreewindowsthat

usherinanabundanceofnaturallight.Polishedtimber floorsgracethegroundbeneathyourfeet,seamlessly connectingtheexquisitekitchentothediningandliving areas,suretodelightanyhomecheforenthusiastic entertainer.Theupperlevelisgracedwiththemaster suite,amediaroom,astudy,andanexpansive entertainingdeck,completingthisextraordinaryhome.

A 6 B 3 C 2 D

Auction Sunday8October2pm

View Saturday 12.00-12.30

Agent RoarkWalsh 0437447804

roark@offermann.com.au

15/1BELMORETERRACE, SUNSHINEBEACH

Thisendpositionapartment,inthelandmark“Costa Nova”buildingisperfectlypositionedonTheBend -SunshineBeach’sbestlocatedholidaycomplex. Recentrenovationsshineandshowcasesweeping 180°oceanviewsfromLionsHeadinthenorthtothe easternbeachesinthesouth.Itwilltrulytakeyour breathaway.Light-filledthroughout,withpanoramic whitewaterviewsonshowfromthenorth-eastfacing

wraparoundterrace,livingroom,masterbedroom,and kitchen–theoutlookisabsolutelyspectacularandcan neverbebuilt-out,foreverprotectedforyoutosavour andcherish.Investinyoursliceofoneofthemost desirablebeachsidesuburbsontheeasternseaboard.

Auction Sunday8October1pm

View Saturday 10.00-10.30

Agent LaurenChen 0412672375 lauren@offermann.com.au

Agent LukeChen 0417600840 luke@offermann.com.au

A 2 B 2 C 1 D

14/30HASTINGSSTREET, NOOSAHEADS

ThebeachsidestripofHastingStreetisknown worldwideforitslaidbackcoastalvibe,glowworm treelightsandsophisticatedarrayofsassyboutiques, galleries,cafes,bars,andrestaurantsalmostonthe sand.Intheveryheartofitall,just300mtothesandis TheHastings,withonesupercoolbeachhouse,asage investor’sopportunity.

Inside,thefree-standingthree-levelbeachhousehas amonochromaticpaletteandevokesabeachy-cool holidayaestheticwithsubtlethingsmakinganimpact. Intheopenplanlivinganddiningbrightwhitespaces, sandy-huedtilesaredrenchedwithnaturallight,and indoorsmakesanalmostseamlessconnectiontothe NE-facingterracewithubiquitousswayingpalmsadding totheeasy-breezyverdantoutlook.

A 2 B 2 C 1 D

Auction Saturday14October11am

View Saturday 10.00-10.30

Agent JesseStowers 0414367282

jesse@offermann.com.au

2JOYCESTREET, TEWANTIN

ClassicQueenslanderresidencesaremuch-lovedand highlyvaluedespeciallywhencontemporaryiterations payhomagetotheromanticarchitecturalstylewhilst takingbeautytonextlevelchicness.Imaginethekey characteristicssuchasahighwhitepicketfence, coveredentrygate,cottagegardenswithtowering palmsandlushlawns,weatherboardconstructionand whatweresignatureverandahsarenowsensational

terraces.Andthat’sjusttheoutside.Insideadmire polishedrichblackbutt floors,highVJceilings,VJ panellingfrom floortothedadorailalsodecadent casementwindowswithgreenandwhitetranslucent panesinthegenerouslivinganddiningareas.

Auction Saturday14October12pm

View Saturday 11.00-11.30

A 4 B 2 C 2

Agent RebekahOffermann 0413044241

rebekah@offermann.com.au

Agent MichaelMcComas 0447263663

michael@offermann.com.au

25WYUNADRIVE, NOOSAVILLE

LifeCouldBeSoGood!

Withoutadoubt,oneofthebestnorth-facingpositions ontheNoosaRiver.Withawideriverfrontage,sitback andsoakinthetranquilityofthepristinewaterways -atrulypanoramicoutlook!Thisbeautyoozescoastal elegancewithacoolnodtoPalmSprings.Filledwith naturallightandwaterviewsfromeveryroomyou immediatelyfeeltheembraceofthesub-tropics.The

openplanliving flowsseamlesslyontoamassivesundrenchedterraceandpool,whichleadstoyourown privatesandybeachanddeepwaterjetty,suggesting euphoricdaysforwaterenthusiastsandsunlovers alike.Locatedonatightlyheldstreet,withclose proximitytoNoosaSoundandjustminutestoHastings StreetandNoosaMainBeach,thispropertycertainly deliversbeyondexpectations...

A 3 B 4 C 2

Auction Saturday21October11am

View Saturday&Wednesday 12.00-12.30

Agent NicHunter 0421785512 nic@offermann.com.au

177GYMPIETERRACE, NOOSAVILLE

Whilstevokingelationandboastingaprivileged address,sensualityandwarmthhavegrounded thismodernriverhouse,stepsfromtheforeshore. Strikingfromthestreet,openthegatetoapretty-asa-picturegardenwhichcoalescesnaturallywiththe abundantbeautyoftheNoosaRiveranditsenvirons.

Incorporatingtimelessandelegantdesigncueswith loftyceilings,areendlessAmericanoak floors,wispy

linensheersandadesignershell-tieredchandelier.

Admirebanksofglassdoorsincludingtwosidesof thediningareawhichseeminglydisappear,spillingto theover-sizedterrace,obviouslytheheartofalfresco entertaining

Auction Saturday21October12pm

View Saturday&Wednesday 10.00-10.30

Agent RebekahOffermann 0413044241 rebekah@offermann.com.au

Agent MichaelMcComas 0447263663 michael@offermann.com.au

9/6SERENITYCLOSE, NOOSAHEADS

Aprofoundstatementinuncompromisedluxury, thisgenuinelymagnificent,house-sizedapartment epitomisesdiscerningcontemporaryopulence.From itshighlycovetedNoosaHeadslocation,thebroad entertainingterraceembracesanortherlypanorama, acrossthesparklingwaterwaysofNoosaSound,to thedistantNorthShore;atrulyextraordinarypiece ofparadise,positionedwithineasywalkingdistance

tocosmopolitanHastingsStreetandtothegolden sandsofNoosaMainBeach.Stepinsidewhere first impressionscountforsomuch.Fromtheentrance foyerbeautifulmusicpervadestheair,wallsare adornedwithartandtheluxefactorthroughoutis obvious.Pastelhuesandlashingsofsheeninthelofty VJ-ceilinged,marbletiledprodigiouslivinganddining areas,coalescewiththeterracebeyond.

A 3 B 3 C 2 D

Auction Saturday21October1pm

View Saturday 10.00-10.30

Agent MelaniePrimmer 0448966867 melanie@offermann.com.au

4/18PEREGIANESPLANADE, PEREGIANBEACH

A

3 B 2 C 2

Anenviablelifestyleawaitsthefortunate,whencentre stagerightoutfront,arestrikingpanoramasofthe CoralSea,fromtheNoosaNationalPark,acrosswhitecappedbreakersandsouthalongthecoastlinebeyond MooloolabatoPointArkwright.It’ssoeasytogetlost inthemoment,addingtotheeasy-breezinessofthis coastalgem,isitsprivacy,securityanditsproximityto toes-in-the-sandincludingthediverselocalofferings

View Saturday&Wednesday 11.00-11.30

Agent TracyRussell 0413319879

tracy@offermann.com.au

2ESPLANADE, NOOSANORTHSHORE

It’salluring,casuallyconfidentandtheultimatemodern beachhouse,withmesmerisingviewsfromHastings StreettoDoubleIslandPointclearlyseenfrom numerousterraces,luminouspool,heatedhottub, bar,sunken firepitzoneandalfrescobar,mere20m to51kmsofwhitesand-oneofthefewnorth-eastern facingpropertiesontheeasternseaboard. Expectmasterfuldesignpayingahomagetothe

location,expansiveglass,naturalstone,oak flooring, spectacular finishesandlargevolumesofluxurious spaces.

Surroundedbyoceanandnationalpark,walksto MtTeewah,LakeCootharabaandbirdlife-abundant CooloolaNationalPark,thinkbestbeach fishing,surf breaksandwhalesighting. Anaturalbeauty.Atruediamond.

A 3 B 3 C 2 D

Price $7.75M

Agent NicHunter 0421785512 nic@offermann.com.au

42THEANCHORAGE, NOOSAWATERS

Anenviableincomparablestreetinaquietculde sacofNoosaWaters,boastingarguablythewidest waterfrontageof38m.Eye-catchingcurvaceouslines includingstatementexteriorwallinsandstone,mimic theoverallfan-shapeddesignandaretheperfect counterpointtoloftyceilingsandtimelessappeal. Indulgeinvastsophisticatedlivingspaces,natural lightshadowdancingacrosstheseeminglyendless

travertine,andsoaringwallsofglassblurringthe linesfromindoorstoout.Idyllicallynorth-facing,the stunningpoolwithswayingpalmsand‘floating’daybeds, surroundedbymassivestoneterraces, flowstolush lawnsandtwojettiesbeckoningboatingenthusiasts.

Price $8.8M

View Saturday&Wednesday 11.00-11.30

A 5 B 5 C 2 D

Agent NicHunter 0421785512 nic@offermann.com.au

Agent PatrickSherwood 0413889130

patrick@offermann.com.au

401SUNRISEROAD, TINBEERWAH

Whenyouwishuponastar,isitaravishing2-level extensiveresidencefashionedwithcreativevision, anchoredperfectlyintothelandscapetocapture mesmerising180-degreenorth-easterlyviewsfrom NoosaHeads’LagunaBay,andsweepingturquoise CoralSea,white-tippedbreakersandcoastlineto CoolumBeach?

Admiretheintelligentstructuraldesign,highceilings, timber floors, fireplace,designerkitchen,multiple livinganddiningoptions,immenseterracesincluding poolside,plusmanicuredlawnsleadingtoextensive botanical-liketropicalgardens.

Allthisandthepromiseofanalluringlifestyle,just10 minutestocafécentralonriversideGympieTerrace.

A 4 B 3 C 2 D

Price $3.1M

View Saturday 2.00-2.30

Agent NicHunter 0421785512 nic@offermann.com.au

22/512DAVIDLOWWAY, CASTAWAYSBEACH

Pictureendlessbrightblueskies,aswellofnatural charms,swimmingandsurfingintheturquoiseCoral Sea,glisteningwhitesandonyourdoorstepanda sweepingeagle’seyeviewtothenorthandMooloolaba, PointCartwrightandMoretonIslandtothesouth. ImaginelivinginthefrontrowofCastawaysBeach’s exclusiveandhighly-prizedNoosaDunes,wakingtothe soundofwavesbreakingonshoreanddesigninga5-star

beachhouseonanepicabsolutebeachfrontsite.The immeasurablecontemporarymasterpiecewouldno doubtindulgeeverypossiblepersonalextravagance, need,whimandnecessity,withover-generous proportionsandthelatestaesthetics,materialsand technicalexcellencethroughout.SoundslikeUtopia?

Price $4.15M

Agent JulieBengtsson 0418980247

julie@offermann.com.au

706A/61NOOSASPRINGSDRIVE, NOOSAHEADS

Admirethecontemporaryclassicallookofasingle levelresidencecompletedafewyearsago,withits manicuredfrontgarden,paversandpebbledsidepath andawaterfeaturenearthesideentry. Inside,thewidehallwayfansintosubstantialopen planlivingspaces.Itisallaboutscale,functionalityand coalescingwiththecommensurate-in-size,undercover alfrescospace,thankstotall floor-to-ceilingglass

sliders,whichostensiblydisappearintooblivion.

Asthelastvestigesofbrightafternoonsundrench theendlessstone floors,eyesaretransfixedbythe shimmeringpoolandterraceseeminglyhoveringover theabsolutenorth-facing20-metrelakefrontage,to the3rdfairway,andbeyondtothe9thfairway.

A 3 B 3 C 2 D

Price $4.3M

View Saturday 11.00-11.30

Agent PeterTeWhata 0423972034 peter@offermann.com.au

ABSOLUTE BEACHFRONT; 5-STAR APARTMENT

THIS is undoubtedly a pinch-me moment. Picture a 5-star apartment, a peerless incomparable position several beach towel-lengths away from pearlescent white sand, a spirit-stirring rooftop terrace with the heavenly fragrance of salty breezes and steered by nature’s canvas of a mesmerising ever-changing artwork from the pearlescent sand of Noosa Main Beach, across the megawatt-lustrous Laguna Bay, to the Coloured Sands and beyond. Dress circle Hastings Street is the sophisticated and prized address of Netanya Noosa.

A bevy of beachside restaurants, also cafes, bars, art galleries and boutiques are literally on the doorstep; it is a few minutes along the boardwalk to the main entrance of famous Noosa National Park as well as the world-renowned surfing reserve; and this beautiful apartment redefines beachside magic. And a sprinkle of romance too.

Have a penchant for a contemporary chic? Come inside. Thanks to the idyllic aspect, natural light sashays across the pale sandy-hued tiles in the living space with its on-trend laidback look, muted grey sink-into sofa, ottomans, custom cabinetry and beach-themed artwork.

Thanks to almost disappearing ceilingheight doors and plantation shutters, indoors morphs seamlessly to the northfacing glass fenced terrace and is perfect for sundowners and lunch alfresco. Hear joyous sounds coming from the beach and waves breaking onshore, see cabanas and beach flags on the sand, admire statuesque Pandanas on the side, take in the salty breezes and become totally absorbed by the holiday spirit.

Commensurate with the high-end quality of the apartment, is the galley-style kitchen fit-out and latest appliances, should the mood take you.

The king bedroom has a shoji-style wall feature, built-in robes, drawers and a wall mounted television. The bathroom has black stone-topped white cabinetry, a corner spa and drencher shower.

Up the carpeted stairs is the piece de resistance, the rooftop terrace with an outdoor kitchen, sun lounges and tall table and chairs in the semi-shade. Just look at the impressive view across Noosa Main Beach and Laguna Bay to the Coloured Sands and Double Island Point. A rear small terrace on the south side has a bench seat with an overhead shower.

“There’s so much to love about apartments of this calibre commanding such presence on absolute beachfront,“ comments Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Jesse Stowers, who is taking the property to auction on Saturday 7 October 2023.“Just open the gate near the pool

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and step straight onto the white sand. There are only 240 individual apartments that line the beachfront strip so these are limited and signature investment opportunities in Australia’s favourite holiday and lifestyle destinations!“

“This is a true 5-star location, and the apartment, in the 5-star Netanya Resort which has back-to-back bookings yearround, is the heart of Hastings Street next door to the Noosa Heads Surf Lifesaving Club.“

“Endless summer holidays by the beach are certainly for the fortunate, similarly the canny investor.“

Facts & Features:

· Apartment Area: 103m2

· Terraces: facing north - rooftop 3.2m x 7m + 3.8m x 4.6m w sun lounges, tall table/chairs, semi-shade, outdoor kitchen w fridge, store & sink; rear terrace semi

shade w bench seat & overhead shower; undercover off living 3.3m x 3.4m w BBQ & outdoor dining furniture

· About: 3rd level via lift; glass fenced terraces beachside; sand-hued floor tiles; neutral beachy aesthetic; living space w plantation shutters, custom cabinetry, smart TV, Bose sound system, pastel grey fabric modular lounge, rug, ottomans, accessories & artworks; timber dining table & chairs; galley kitchen w black stone topped white 2-pac cabinetry; Westinghouse fridge, Schott cooktop & Sharp convec/micro; king bedroom w ’shoji’ wall feature, built-in robes & drawers + TV; bathroom w white cabinetry, black stone-topped white cabinetry, corner spa& drencher shower; aircon/fans/auto blinds; keyless security

· Inventory: fully inclusive to suit high-end market

· About Netanya: 5-star w dedicated on-site management team; lift; resort guests-only beachfront 28°C heated pool; complimentary pool/beach towels to each apartment; beach equipment available from reception; Providore On Hastings licensed cafe, deli, coffee & more; Noosa favourite Sails Restaurant

· Location: ’Paris’ end of Hastings Street next to Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club; a few steps to Noosa Main Beach, restaurants, bars, cafes, boutiques, art galleries, + onwards along boardwalk to the Noosa National Park w world-famous surfing reserve; right from Netanya along Hastings Street to Noosa Woods & Noosa Spit; 5-min drive to Sunshine Beach & Sunrise Beach; 25-min drive to Sunshine Coast domestic airport w international connections ●

IT’S ALL ABOUT THE VIEW AND ABSOLUTE PRIZED LOCATION

THIS property is so special this is the first time it’s been offered to the market. It has been a much- loved family home since it was first built in 1987.

This North facing property is situated in a prime location, just minutes away from Hastings Street, which is known for its world-famous Noosa Main Beach and upscale cafes and restaurants. It also offers proximity to the Noosa River, providing a picturesque riverside living experience.

The house boasts five spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms, making it suitable for large families or visiting guests. Two separate living spaces, office/ studio, very workable kitchen, powder room downstairs and plenty of room for

a pool. The bi-fold doors open out to the grassed area and the magnificent water views creating a seamless indoor/outdoor living experience. This property is situated perfectly to watch the sunset over the water with a glass of champagne, for pure leisure and enjoyment.

There is an option to take the Noosa River Ferry from the end of the street to explore the estuary and visit the Noosa Marina, which hosts Sunday markets. This adds to the appeal of the location.

Overall, this property offers a comfortable and grand experience in a highly sought-after location, making it an attractive offering for someone looking to enjoy the Noosa lifestyle. ●

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Address: 24 Noosa Parade, NOOSA HEADS

Description: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage

Inspect: Saturday, 30 September - 12:00pm-12:30pm and Wednesday, 4 October - 12:00pm-12:30pm

Auction: Sunday, 29th October at 11am

Contact: Gillian McCauley 0467 600 009

R&W Noosa has the highest foot traffic in Hastings Street adjacent to Noosa’s main beach access. Every buyer that comes to Noosa comes to Hastings Street. Having your property displayed in our window gives your property the highest percentage of exposure to Noosa’s local, national and international guests.

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DESIGNED FOR COASTAL LIVING

QUALITY contemporary beachside home, with excellence in finishes and fittings to suit our coastal conditions. These owners have thought of everything for easy living and low maintenance.

On ground level the private garden front entry opens to the stunning timber floors leading to 2 well sized bedrooms, enjoying the fans and air con. The 2 nd living/office flows to the stunning grassed back yard and pool area an ideal outdoor entertaining location for the family. Main bathroom and separate laundry both are complimented with plenty of storage, workspace and stone bench tops. Enjoy internal access to the 2-car garage with plenty of workspace.

Following the timber stairs to the open plan living on the 2 nd level. Achieving an easy-care minimalistic style kitchen, a chefs dream with Bosch appliances and stone beach tops and butler’s pantry located within easy access. The kitchen is overlooking the dining/family area and opening to the east facing balcony. A perfect alfresco undercover dining area, this home comprises of large glass sliding doors and many louvers for the added

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effect of cross ventilation with beautiful sea breezes.

The high ceilings throughout the home giving a graceful flow to the design. Living area offers cosy comforts of gas fire, with the western balcony offering spectacular views of the evening sunsets.

Main bedroom is private from living areas and opens to the eastern balcony and views, walk-in robe and ensuite and separate powder room nearby.

Living here is about watching whiles, and surf checks. This modern design has taken full advantage of a magnificent white water & ocean views. By added a viewing deck to the roof top. Simply relax and enjoy this golden opportunity to maximise on these uninterrupted million-dollar views from morning sunrises to hinterland sunsets.

Peregian beach is one of our coasts most sought after beach locations. Surrounded by million-dollar homes and within 300mts to the beach yet slightly removed from the busy but very popular Peregian Village, offering amazing cafes, restaurants, and boutique. ●

Contact: Correen Mackay 0414 742 238, RICHARDSON & WRENCH NOOSA

411/32 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

2 bed | 2 bath | 1 car

- Directly opposite Noosa Main beach.

- Newly renovated Sebel complex

- Large deluxe 100sqm apartment

- Resort style pool, spa, gym, & BBQ facilities

- Lift access from carpark to apartment

Price Guide $2.4 Million

Inspect By Appointment

Shane McCauley 0403 646 930

Proudly Richardson&Wrench Noosa | 07 5447 4499

Frank Milat 0438 528 148

www.rwnoosa.com.au

23 Hastings Street, Noosa

14 Lorilet St, Peregian Beach

3 bed | 2.5 bath | 2 car | Pool

- Spectacular ocean views from private viewing deck

- Open plan double living, Eco Smart fire, air conditioning

- Generous alfresco undercover dining

- Designer gourmet kitchen, stone bench tops, butler’s pantry - 2 car security garage, generous storage, internal entry

Auction on-site 14th October 10am

Inspect By Appointment

Correen Mackay 0414 742 238

Proudly Richardson&Wrench Noosa | 07 5447 4499

www.rwnoosa.com.au

23 Hastings Street, Noosa

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CONTEMPORARY ELEGANCE AND TRANQUILITY

AN elevated expression of the quintessential Noosa beach house, this thoughtfully renovated two-level residence is a fusion of contemporary elegance and tropical tranquility.

Boasting five bedrooms, three bathrooms, cobbled travertine alfresco and sun-drenched pool, this property will appeal to those seeking a ‘walk to everything’ lifestyle, or a smart investment opportunity in a highly sought after holiday precinct.

The heart of the home resides on the ground level, where soft bamboo flooring guides you through bright and refreshing spaces. On this level are three carpeted bedrooms, each with built-in robes and ceiling fans. A separate laundry, a wellappointed bathroom, and an additional powder room ensures convenience and functionality.

With a kitchen that is as functional as it is beautiful, culinary enthusiasts will delight in the ample space and top-of-theline appliances. The combined dining and living areas are bathed in natural light, with louvre windows inviting the coastal breeze indoors. This open-plan space

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flows effortlessly to the alfresco area, the perfect backdrop for hosting memorable gatherings. Wash off sandy feet in the outdoor shower, soak up the Noosa sun on the pool deck, and enjoy the large, heated pool year-round.

Ascend the spiral staircase to the upper floor, where the master and second bedroom awaits, each accompanied by its own ensuite bathroom. A spacious lounge area opens onto a covered top deck, offering a vantage point to admire the pool and relish in the tranquility of the surroundings.

On Cooyar Street you are only a 5-minute walk to Noosa Junction, favoured by locals as a one-stop precinct for all their everyday needs. The Junction has quietly blossomed into Noosa’s second gourmet food capital with some of the most in demand restaurants, cafes and bars. By car you are minutes away from Noosa’s iconic Hastings Street, Main Beach and National Park.

This home is your gateway to a vibrant coastal lifestyle. Seize the opportunity, schedule your private viewing, and experience the magic for yourself. ●

Address: 111 Cooyar Street, NOOSA HEADS Description:

Contact: Brad Schultz 0493 063 023, RICHARDSON AND WRENCH NOOSA

YOUR PRIVATE OASIS IN THE HEART OF NOOSA

CONSERVATION RESERVE

CONSERVATION RESERVE

Since its establishment in 2007, Settler’s Cove has become Noosa’s premier apartment precinct. Combining the easy-living luxury lifestyle for which Noosa is world-famous with the tranquility of a private and protected bushland sanctuary. Tallow Residences – the final development in the precinct – offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to buy off the plan in this extremely rare and beautiful pocket of Noosa.

To find out more, visit www.tallowresidences.com.au or call 1300 10 10 50 for more information. Display apartment open by appointment.

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Discover K2 - Agnes Water

A one-off mountain top luxury residence. Palatial 969 sqm home. Expansive North facing views along Agnes Coastline to 1770. 140m above SL, 24.47 Ha. 3 titles, residence, 5 bay shed + Helipad. Walk - in walk out fully furnished + equipment. Located 4 hours North of Noosa, in Agnes Water, gateway to Southern Great Barrier Reef. Year-round swimming & surfing + Incredibly good fishing. Discover K2. This is a genuine sale.

181 Streeter Drive, Agnes Water

“Serenity” - 300 Acre Beachfront

Rare parcel, incredible coastal rainforest, magnificent Queenslander behind the dunes of Wreck Rock Beach. Absolute beachfront, boundary to Deepwater National Park & Deepwater Creek. Caretakers’ residence, 3 bay shed, workshop, bores, FF, all plant & equipment. Development opportunities include naturebased tourism. Incredible setting, pristine environment, fishing & wildlife mecca with the Barrier Reer Offshore. 4 hours north of NOOSA, 1.50 hours north of Bundaberg. 50 mins to Agnes Water – 1770. This is a genuine sale.

30 Wreck Rock Road, Deepwater

437 helipad

436 Caretakers

TWO EXCLUSIVE PENTHOUSES NOW SELLING

THE PINNACLE OF LUXURY LIVING

Tea Tree Residences are the very pinnacle of Noosa luxury. A high water mark in coastal design and construction located in Noosa’s most prized hillside pocket, elevated above Main Beach and Noosa Sound.

The Penthouse Collection sets the benchmark for rare prestige and an exclusive vision of resort-style luxury. EachResidencehasbeen meticulouslydesignedbyChrisClouttomaximisenaturallightandspace andcreatesupremeliveabilityinaworldclasslocation.

Tea Tree Residences – Quintessentially Noosa.

Price$5.5m.Calltodayforyourinformationpack.

Call David Conolly 0438 259 956 or Mike Hay 0417 624 059 www.century21noosa.com

LAID-BACK LUXURY AND STYLE

THIS is your chance to enjoy all the comfort and style of a modern home without having to go through the hassle of building yourself. Near-new and impeccably presented throughout, as the lucky new owner of 29 Tarina Street, you can simply move in, unpack and start enjoying the idyllic lifestyle you’ve always wanted.

Upon stepping through the private gated entry, you will be welcomed into the large walled front yard with vibrant gardens and a sparkling in-ground pool. Loved ones can gather in this stunning outdoor living space all summer long as you kick the ball with the kids, play safely with the family pet or host guests on the covered entertaining area overlooking the pool.

This same laid-back yet luxurious quality is continued throughout the interior including the open-plan and light-filled kitchen, dining and lounge room. Soaring ceilings, crisp white walls and on-trend flooring add to the contemporary charm while a wall of bi-fold doors creates an

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effortless connection to the outdoors and invites those cooling sea breezes to filter throughout.

You can bring your culinary visions to life in the gourmet chef’s kitchen with an oversized island and waterfalledge benchtops plus a suite of high-end appliances including an island cooktop.

For convenience, your sumptuous master suite is nestled on the ground floor and boasts a walk-in robe alongside a beautifully finished ensuite with a double vanity and a separate water closet. A powder room, laundry and double garage complete this main level and upstairs, you’ll find three more bedrooms, a bathroom and an open lounge that would make the perfect rumpus or kids’ play area.

This magnificent property is set along a quiet street in Noosa Heads and is only moments from the Noosa Farmers Market, Noosa Junction, Noosa National Park and a host of world-renowned surf beaches. ●

Address: 29 Tarina Street, NOOSA HEADS Description: 4

Contact: Adam Watts 0410 512 364 – adam@c21noosa.com, CENTURY 21

0754477000,30MapleStreet,CooroyQLD

0754491186,777EumundiNoosaRoad,DoonanQLD POBox244CooroyQLD4563 hinternoosa.com.au

ElegantHomeWithStunning MountainViews

Address 64BinalongRoad,Pinbarren

Bed 3 Bath 2 Car 5 Pool

Auction6.10.2023at1pmOnSite

Land 7acres

View Sat10-10:45am,Thurs12-12:45pm

•Characterhomeon7north-facingacreswithviews

•Highceilings,fretwork,elevatedverandahs

•Spaciousopenplanliving,sunroom,study/laundry

•Bespokekitchenwithwalk-inpantry,solarpanels

•15x7metrepoweredshed,6minstoPomona

KessPrior 0404344399

kess@hinternoosa.com.au

noosatoday.com.au

auction

Beachside Designer Home with Breathtaking Ocean Views

11/512 David Low Way, Castaways Beach

4 bed 3 bath 2 car

Price Guide: $5.3m - $5.5m

This elegant architect-designed residence in the exclusive ‘Noosa Dunes’ residential beachside enclave, showcases spectacular 270° panoramic views sweeping from Lions Head in the north to Mooloolaba in the south, as well as encompassing glorious sunsets over Noosa National Park.

Across three levels, with lift access to all, the home comprises formal entry, four bedrooms, three bathrooms plus powder room, three living areas, premium kitchen, multiple terraces to savour the stunning outlook and soak up sea breezes, separate laundry, and three car garage - on a beautifully landscaped 727m2 block.

Inspect:

Saturday 30th September

at 10:15 - 10:45am

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PRESENTATION, LIFESTYLE, DESIGN

THIS custom-designed residence built in 2023 boasts an excellent familyfriendly floor plan, north-facing alfresco entertaining, and ocean views - offering a coastal lifestyle of the highest calibre just a five-minute walk to the sand and surf.

Across two expansive levels covering approximately 430m2 – the home comprises a formal entry portico, four bedrooms, three luxury bathrooms plus powder room, office, three separate living areas including an entertainment room with wet bar and room for a bar/wine fridges, upper east-facing balcony, covered patio overlooking the sundrenched pool and heated spa, premium kitchen with butler’s pantry, separate laundry, and double lock up garage with built-in EV charger and storage, remote controlled electric gate, all on a fully fenced and landscaped 634m2 block.

High-end fixtures and fittings throughout, ducted air-conditioning, high ceilings, floorto-ceiling tiles in bathrooms, standalone bathtub in family bathroom and master ensuite, sink/kitchenette in upper entertainment room, soft close cabinetry, quality kitchen appliances including plumbed fridge, built-in microwave, two drawer dishwasher, Caesarstone benches,

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front load washing machine and clothes dryer, attractive herringbone splashback, easy-care tiled flooring on both levels, security system, electronic entry gate, and 6.6kW solar power – are among the home’s extensive features.

· Custom-designed stunner, built-in 2023

· Ocean glimpses, light-filled, elegant interiors

· 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, home office

· Separate living areas, upper balcony

· Premium kitchen with butler’s pantry

· Covered north-facing alfresco entertaining

· Sundrenched inground pool + heated spa

· Ducted A/C, 6.6kW solar, security system

· Fully fenced 634m2 with easy-care gardens

· Pack the surfboards, 5-min walk to beach

· Full builders warranty included on the home

Being only recently built, presentation is pristine and there is literally nothing needing to be done or spent; you can move straight in and live your very best life from settlement day onwards. The home has been perfectly designed for the Queensland climate and lifestyle, and maintenance inside and out is minimal – leisure time and relaxation are the focus.

Located within walking distance to local parks and playgrounds, the beach, cafes, local IGA, and schools – not only is this a desirable location, but also ultra

WOW! LOOK AT ME NOW

THIS truly gorgeous family home on a fully fenced 1874m2 block, has undergone a quality, comprehensive renovation that is absolutely stunning, offering ultra-stylish, easy-care relaxed living in the delightful hinterland township of Pomona, within walking distance to the village, rail, and schools.

Across two light-filled levels the home comprises four bedrooms, two modern bathrooms, elegant new kitchen with walk-in pantry, two separate living areas, north-east facing covered deck, covered patio, separate laundry, and four-vehicle carport. The floor plan is family-friendly and could suit dual living or work-fromhome scenarios.

Split system air-conditioning in master and upper living, timber look vinyl flooring, ceiling fans, stone benches, soft close cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, gas cooktop, separate bath and shower in family bathroom, basin in fourth bedroom/ salon/MPR, hardwood fencing, chook pen, and sunken firepit with shelter, are all existing notable features.

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Address: 19 Tree Street, POMONA Description:

Being freshly updated there is no immediate money needing to be spent - presentation sparkles inside and out. There is room for a pool and a concrete pad for a shed, if desired - the yard is child and pet-friendly with masses of room for outdoor play, and backs onto a park, further enhancing privacy, outlook and

natural light.

This is a fabulous lifestyle home, facilitating the needs of the modern family in comfort and style; the decor is tasteful, the living is easy, and the ambience is warm and welcoming.

You’ll feel immediately ‘at home’ here, and you won’t be alone in that sentiment -

family-friendly; the kids can walk or cycle to school, the beach, and sporting/leisure facilities with ease. Spend the morning on the beach, pick up a coffee at Chalet & Co and head back home for breakfast by the pool - sound like a plan?

Sunshine Beach Surf Club and patrolled swimming is a 5 minute drive (or 25 25-minute walk), Noosa’s major amenities are a 5-10 minutes drive, and it’s 25 minutes to the Sunshine Coast Airport. Location and lifestyle-driven buyers seeking a home on the northern end of the coastal strip within easy walking distance to the beach will find this a ’stand out’ in every sense.

DISCLAIMER: Pitta Street Pty Ltd and its servants, agents, employees, or contractors make no representation and give no warranty as to the accuracy of the information contained in this document or that any material contained in this document is error free. Any party seeking to rely on any fact matter or thing contained in this document should make their own investigations. Pitta Street Pty Ltd and its servants, agents, employees, or contractors accept no liability in relation to the material contained in this document. ●

your visitors will love it her too, and there’ll be plenty of them to help you celebrate your next chapter.

Located on the outskirts of town with everything walkable, you will get to know the neighbours and make new friends in this wonderful village, rich in community spirit and history; Cooroy’s major amenities are 10 minutes’ drive, and its approximately 30 minutes to Noosa Main Beach, so pack the towels, togs, and sunscreen.

Dressed to impress, this fabulous home will sell on or before Auction; make it yours and look forward to living your very best life - it will be the best move you ever make!

· Stylishly & comprehensively renovated home

· 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 separate living

· Elegant new kitchen with large walk-in pantry

· North-east facing upper deck + covered patio

· Fully fenced child & pet-friendly 1874m2 block

· 4-vehicle carport + abundant onsite parking

· Room for a pool, concrete pad to build a shed

· Backs directly onto parkland, quiet leafy street

· Walk to village shopping/dining, rail, & schools ●

Contact: Justin Sykes 0415 249 049, RAY WHITE NOOSA RIVER

• 9.88 acres of parklike useable land

• Majestic Scribbly Gums, Kangaroos and amazing birdlife

• Privacy & space with loads of potential to build your dream lifestyle

• Incredibly rare acreage so close to Peregian Beach

COASTAL LIVING, COUNTRY STYLE AUCTION

12 Win Rd Peregian Beach

Inspect: Saturday 30th September 1pm - 2pm

AUCTION ON SITE SATURDAY 7TH OCTOBER, 2:00 PM

HEIDI WOODMAN 0419 818 418

GEORGE ANDREWS 0447 778 951

AUCTION:Saturday30thSeptemberOn-Siteat11am

Auction SaturdayOn-Site11am.

GreatBones,Potential,WalktoNoosaRiver AUCTION

OPENHOUSE

Sat30thSept10-11am&Auctionat11am

GregSmith0418758465

TanyaTaylor0400220580

selectnoosa.com

“DeceasedEstate”

Villa1/23BluefinCourt,Noosaville

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SUNSHINE SPECTACULAR: POSITION PERFECT

THIS end position apartment, in the landmark “Costa Nova” building is perfectly positioned on The Bend - Sunshine Beach’s best located holiday complex. Recent renovations shine and showcase sweeping 180° ocean views from Lions Head in the north to the eastern beaches in the south. It will truly take your breath away.

Light-filled throughout, with panoramic whitewater views on show from the northeast facing wraparound terrace, living room, master bedroom, and kitchen – the outlook is absolutely spectacular and can never be built-out, forever protected for you to savour and cherish.

Current long-term owner has tastefully renovated throughout, and the interiors are stylish and elegant; there is no money needing to be spent, and fully furnished it is ready to holiday-let for attractive income or utilise for family and friends, in this most blue-chip of locations.

Sit out on the terrace with your morning espresso and witness a glorious sunrise, or indulge in a glass of bubbles at sunset as you reflect on another day well spent in this desirable tropical paradise. Life is indeed good, and at certain times of year, you’ll be in a prime position to witness the majestic humpback whales on their migratory journey. How special is that?

Residents and guests of Costa Nova have access to onsite facilities including a sun-drenched swimming pool, spa, poolside sunbathing terrace and communal barbeque areas set amongst tropical gardens. There is secure onsite basement parking and a lift accessing each apartment.

In addition to a showstopping ocean vista from the apartment, proximity to the beach couldn’t be easier – just footsteps directly across the road to the sand and surf with patrolled swimming less than 50-metres away. Enjoy an invigorating swim or surf in the sea within metres of home, and why not follow that wonderful start to the day with a delicious brunch at one of Duke Street’s boutique cafes, and you can head across to the surf club for a cold drink or two whenever you choose and a have a chat to holiday makers and locals alike.

If you are feeling energetic take a walk to the Noosa National Park with its scenic bush walking tracks leading to a variety of destinations including the delightful Alexandria Bay. You can even walk through the national park to Noosa Junction for dining, shopping, and cinemas. There’s no excuse not to keep fit and active, it’s an outdoor lovers nirvana – an incredibly beautiful pocket of the globe, where nature meets lifestyle.

“This well positioned apartment has been tightly held by its owner for around 15 years; it has been meticulously maintained

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to the highest standard, and truly offers the consummate coastal lifestyle in sought-after Sunshine Beach – one of Queensland’s most desirable beachside suburbs,” said Tom Offermann Real Estate agents Lauren Chen and Luke Chen who are taking the property to auction on Sunday 8 October 2023.

“Sunshine Beach is a world-class destination, attracting the attention of the rich and famous, for good reason – it’s picturesque, leafy, and exclusive. Don’t miss your opportunity to invest in a slice of Sunshine.”

Facts & Features:

· Apartment building: Costa Nova

· Apartment Area: 108m2

· Terrace: north-east facing wraparound

covered terrace showcasing ocean views from Lions Head in north to eastern beaches in south – stunning white water & beach/sand views directly opposite

· About: fully furnished third floor end apartment on northern side of building; newly renovated; split system A/C; ceiling fans; floor to ceiling tiles in bathrooms; walk-in showers; built-in study nook; builtin bench seating in dining; direct terrace access from master bedroom; VJ feature panelling; timber look vinyl throughout; sleeps four; Miele washer & dryer in laundry; fully equipped for holiday letting – inventory available

· Kitchen: stone benches w waterfall edges; Miele dishwasher; Electrolux fullsized fridge; Siemens oven; Billi filter tap;

good storage; timber panelling on ceiling; ocean view from kitchen sink

· About Costa Nova: landmark beachfront building on eastern curve of beachfront esplanade; complex of 18; sun-drenched in-ground pool & spa; BBQ areas; landscaped tropical gardens; lift access; basement parking; tightly held complex

· Location: 50-metres to surf club & patrolled beach; directly opposite beach access; footsteps to village hub w boutique retail & dining; 15 min walk to Noosa National Park w scenic bush walking trails; 5 mins to Noosa Junction; 20 mins to Eumundi markets; 27 mins to Sunshine Coast Airport; 90 mins to Brisbane ●

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TIMELESS BEAUTY

THIS meticulously renovated, architecturally designed home offers utmost privacy on a coveted corner block. An acre and a half of lush lawns, landscaped gardens and a spectacular clover shaped pool, a residence where every detail has been considered to create an unparalleled living experience of refined elegance.

The home presents as new with a grand scale floorplan which accommodates for large families and provides a sanctuary of tranquillity where boundaries disappear, and privacy is paramount.

Bathed in abundant natural light, the home’s high ceilings add a touch of grandeur.

The carefully designed layout effortlessly integrates with the outdoors, allowing the desirable north east-facing aspects to flood the living spaces.

The distinctive parquet flooring is exquisite American Oak Chevron pattern, a standout feature in the interior finishing. Custom kitchen island and butler’s pantry allows for plenty of storage, European appliances, and stone benchtops, perfect for cooking a gourmet feast. The formal circular dining room offers stunning panoramic views through glass panels, seamlessly connecting with the lush grounds. A modern lifestyle effortlessly unfolds from the open plan living room

as your gaze is drawn to the pool and entertaining area.

The southern wing presents a master suite, complete with an ensuite, a thoughtfully designed built-in wardrobe, direct access to a terrace, and a private patio. There are two additional bedrooms, both with terrace access, accompanied by a beautifully appointed bathroom and laundry, offering ample storage solutions.

Northern wing, you’ll discover two generously sized bedrooms, one of which enjoys access to a shared luxury bathroom with meticulously crafted bespoke elements.

Here you will also find a guest powder.

On the upper level, the parents’ retreat offers breathtaking treetop vistas. This retreat also boasts a bespoke ensuite and circular balcony, with panoramic views of the pool and landscaped gardens.

An expansive arc driveway with dual street access leads to generous parking options, including a guest arrival porte cochere and a double lock-up garage.

Additionally, a spacious 6 x 9m powered shed.

This remarkable property seamlessly blends luxury, sophistication, and meticulous attention to detail. This is your opportunity to secure this exclusive residence nestled in Doonan, just a brief drive from Noosa. ●

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Address: 6 Kimberley Court, DOONAN Price: By Negotiation

Description: 6 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 5 garage

Inspect: Saturday 30 September 10:00 - 10:30am

Contact: Lian Scott 0402 221 823, lian@sutersmithcleine.com.au, SUTER SMITH CLEINE

Noosa Hinterland Family Farm

'Pop's Place', via Eumundi, Qld

• 20.781ha* (51.35* acres) of prime grazing land - extremely rare!

• 25min* Noosa, 5min* Eumundi and just on 90min* Brisbane

• 2 Creeks - Comfortably carrying 20 head cattle

• Arguably one of the best rural lifestyle properties in the area

• Elevated scenic views over the property, surrounding valley and mountain ranges

• Tightly held in the family for over 70 years which makes this a once in a lifetime opportunity not to be missed!

raywhiteruraleumundi.com.au

Auction Friday 27 October 2023, 10am

111 Eagle Street, Brisbane

View Saturday 10am

Vicki Pain 0427 655 209

Sacha Laing 0437 309 052

IMMACULATE TOWNHOUSE AT THE BEACH

NESTLED at the rear of the Beach Breakers complex, just steps away from the beautiful Sunrise Beach, is this low maintenance two-bedroom, one-bathroom townhouse.

Made private by established gardens, enter the ground level living area via the north-east facing patio. Cross-flow

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ocean breezes and tiled floors make for comfortable, easy care living year round. There’s a separate laundry and a groundfloor powder room, plus under-stair storage space for added convenience.

On the upper level, you’ll find two spacious bedrooms that offer plenty of storage space, the master with a tiled

Address: 10/75 David Low Way, SUNRISE BEACH

north-facing balcony offering ocean glimpses. The bedrooms are conveniently positioned next to the modern main bathroom.

Indulge in a resort-inspired lifestyle with the convenience of an on-site tennis court, sparkling pool, spa, and BBQ facilities right at your doorstep.

Description: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 garage, pool Price: $775,000

Leave your car in the designated undercover car space as the beach, cafes and public transport are so near.

Impeccably cared for and enjoyed by long-term owners, this property is now awaiting a new owner to cherish and call it home. There’s nothing to do, just move in for summer. ●

Inspect: Saturday 30 September 10-10.45am and Wednesday 4 October 12-12.30pm Contact: Caitlyn McConnell 0417 637 697, SUNSHINE BEACH REAL ESTATE

24RAYSTREET

SUNSHINEBEACH

Solidlybuilthighsetbrickhome,tastefullyrenovatedwithelegant interiors,onalargeelevated759m2blockwithplentyofroomfor apoolandextension(stca).Onlyevertwoowners,bothowneroccupiers,whohavelovedthelocation,lifestyle,andwarmthof thischarm-filledhome.

•Openplanlivingwithqualitykitchenandbuiltinstudy

•Wrap-aroundverandahwelcomingseabreezes

•2bedrooms,3bathrooms,multipurposespacedownstairs, amplestorage,lowmaintenancelushgardens

BlackMountain

Saturday30thSeptember

11.00-11.30am96BlackMtnRangeRoad218OffersOver$1,275,000Hinternoosa0419491448

CoolumBeach

Saturday30thSeptember

12.00-12.30pm16DunnartPl632AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0437447804

1.00-1.30pm107GrandviewDrive432O/O$2,300,000ConsideredLagunaRealEstate0434236110

Cooroy

Saturday30thSeptember

10.00-10.30am24KauriStreet333OffersOver$995,000Hinternoosa0415111370

12.00-12.30pm1/15GarnetStreet322OffersOver$799,000Hinternoosa0422923851

Cootharaba

Saturday30thSeptember

11.00-11.30am185DrPagesRoad434OffersConsideredHinternoosa0415111370

Doonan

Friday29thSeptember

1.00-1.30pm24PanavistaCourt632ByNegotiationCentury21ConollyHayGroup0411644254

2.00-2.45pm17KimberleyCourt542$2,600,000Century21ConollyHayGroup0411644254

Saturday30thSeptember

11.00-12.00pm17KimberleyCourt542$2,600,000Century21 ConollyHayGroup0411644254

11.30-12.00pm30MarnieCrescent422$2,275,000Hinternoosa0407730987

12.30-1.00pm45WustRoad436$2,200,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0409484159

1.30-2.00pm79PheasantLane428CONTACTAGENTReed&Co.EstateAgents0409484159

LakeMacDonald

Saturday30thSeptember

1.45-2.15pm163CooroyMountainRoad646ContactAgentHinternoosa0415111370

NoosaHeads

Friday29thSeptember

11.00-11.30am27AGrantStreet322$2,995,000Century21ConollyHayGroup0417776361

12.00-1.00pm32/6HastingsSt22-$3,150,000TomOffermann RealEstate0418714653

3.00-3.30pm1/35PicturePointCresce211BUYERSGUIDE$2,200,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

Saturday30thSeptember

9.30-10.00am1/35PicturePointCresce211BUYERSGUIDE$2,200,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

10.00-10.30am9/6SerenityCl332AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0448966867

10.00-10.45am751/61NoosaSpringsDr452ContactAgentCentury21ConollyHayGroup0499483049

10.00-10.30am14/30HastingsSt221AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0414367282

10.30-11.00am14SanctuaryAvenue422BUYERSGUIDE$1,850,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

10.30-11.00am27AGrantStreet322$2,995,000Century21ConollyHayGroup0417776361

11.00-11.30am302/71HastingsSt11-AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0414367282

11.00-11.30am706A/61NoosaSpringsDr332$4,300,000TomOffermannRealEstate0423972034

11.00-11.30am11MilperaRetreat322ForSaleSothebysInternationalRealty0438116191

11.30-12.00pm2214/15LakeviewRise322NEGOTIATIONSFROM $2,050,Reed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

12.00-12.30pm6/8QuambyPl321AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0414367282

12.00-12.30pm111CooyarStreet532ContactAgentRichardson&WrenchNoosa54474499

12.00-12.30pm24NoosaPde522PriceByNegotiationRichardson&WrenchNoosa54474499

12.30-1.00pm12MilperaRt543AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0402903733

1.00-1.30pm13/1PicturePointCres322PriceGuide$2,100,000TheMcLureGroup0400084975

Sunday1stOctober

10.30-11.00am7HabitatPlace432BUYERSGUIDE$3,650,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

Monday2ndOctober

12.00-12.30pm24NoosaParade522PriceByNegotiationRichardson&WrenchNoosa54474499

Tuesday3rdOctober

12.00-1.00pm32/6HastingsSt22-$3,150,000TomOffermann RealEstate0418714653

1.00-1.30pm13/1PicturePointCres321PriceGuide$2,100,000TheMcLureGroup0400084975

Wednesday4thOctober

11.00-11.30am302/71HastingsSt11-AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0414367282

11.30-12.00pm1/35PicturePointCresce211BUYERSGUIDE$2,200,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

12.00-12.30pm6/8QuambyPl321AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0414367282

NoosaSprings

10.00-10.30am14/2DolphinCres211$815,000TomOffermann RealEstate0418714653

10.00-11.00am1/23BluefinCourt322AuctionSelectNoosa0418758465

10.30-11.00am2/16SunseekerClose222PRICEGUIDE$1,400,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0409446955

10.30-11.00am6/173GympieTerrace321AuctionLagunaReal Estate0407379893

11.15-11.45am24DoolanCourt422AUCTIONReed&Co.EstateAgents0409484159

12.00-12.30pm25WyunaDr342AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0421785512

12.00-12.30pm2MoorhenPlace434AUCTIONReed&Co.EstateAgents0409484159

12.30-1.00pm25/67GibsonRd321$1,950,000TomOffermannRealEstate0418980247

1.00-1.30pm2/7BluefinCt332AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0414367282

1.00-1.30pm40WyunaDr322AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0421785512

Monday2ndOctober

12.00-12.30pm7/213GympieTerrace221$1,600,000LagunaRealEstate0407379893

Tuesday3rdOctober

12.00-12.30pm7/213GympieTerrace221$1,600,000LagunaRealEstate0407379893

3.00-3.30pm2/36ElizabethStreet322OFFERSOVER$2,450,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

Wednesday4thOctober

10.00-10.30am14/2DolphinCres211$815,000TomOffermann RealEstate0418714653

10.00-10.30am177GympieTce325AuctionTomOffermannReal Estate0413044241

10.30-11.00am2/36ElizabethStreet322OFFERSFROM$2,450,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

10.30-11.00am9/5BarbadosCrescent211O/O$1,150,000LagunaRealEstate0456110383

12.00-12.30pm25WyunaDr342AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0421785512

1.00-1.30pm40WyunaDr322AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0421785512

5.00-5.30pm13LaburnumCres221$2,950,000TomOffermannRealEstate0421785512

NoosaWaters

Saturday30thSeptember

9.30-10.00am11ElyStreet522OffersOver$2,750,000Hinternoosa0415111370

9.30-10.00am2ThePromontory433NEGOTIATIONSFROM$5,950,Reed&Co.EstateAgents0438695505

11.00-11.30am42TheAnchorage542$8,800,000TomOffermannRealEstate0413889130

11.15-11.45am77ShorehavenDrive532CONTACTAGENTReed&Co.EstateAgents0409446955

Wednesday4thOctober

11.00-11.30am42TheAnchorage542$8,800,000TomOffermannRealEstate0413889130

PeregianBeach

Saturday30thSeptember

10.00-10.30am1PeregianEsp532$2,385,000TomOffermannRealEstate0413319879

11.00-11.30am4/18PeregianEsp322AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0413319879

11.00-11.30am14LoriletStreet322AuctionRichardson&WrenchNoosa54474499

12.00-12.30pm21PelicanSt432$5,450,000TomOffermannRealEstate0413319879

1.00-1.30pm50PelicanSt422$2,995,000TomOffermannReal Estate0413319879

Pinbarren

Saturday30thSeptember

10.00-10.45am64BinalongRoad325AuctionHinternoosa0404344399

Pomona

Saturday30thSeptember

12.30-1.00pm40FergusonRoad435OffersOver$1,395,000Hinternoosa0415111370

RossCreek

Sunday1stOctober

1.00-1.45pm26BurnsRoad621PresentAllOffersHinternoosa0435405656

SunriseBeach

Saturday30thSeptember

10.00-10.30am60OrientDr322$4,300,000TomOffermannRealEstate0423972034

10.00-10.30am4/6AdvancePl221$885,000TomOffermannRealEstate0402903733

10.00-10.45am10/75DavidLowWay211$775,000SunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

10.00-10.30am9DefenderCourt533OFFERSOVER$1,800,000Reed&Co.EstateAgents0409484159

11.00-11.30am13OrcadesStreet422AUCTIONReed&Co.EstateAgents0424610414

12.00-12.45pm45SOBRAONSTREET431$3.3MSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

12.00-12.30pm2/75SouthernCrossPde432CONTACTAGENTReed&Co.EstateAgents0409446955

Wednesday4thOctober

11.00-11.30am4/6AdvancePl221$885,000TomOffermannRealEstate0402903733

12.00-12.30pm10/75DavidLowWay211$775,000SunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

SunshineBeach

Thursday28thSeptember

11.00-11.30am11AWebbRoad532AuctionCentury21ConollyHayGroup0438259956

Friday29thSeptember

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2.00-2.45pm6/19-21BelmoreTce322$2.15MSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

Saturday30thSeptember

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10.00-10.30am15/1BelmoreTce221AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0412672375

11.00-11.30am62SeaviewTce332$13,500,000TomOffermann RealEstate0411122331

11.00-11.45am24RayStreet230AUCTIONSunshineBeachReal Estate0754472999

11.00-11.45am10MaherTerrace533ContactAgentSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

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Wednesday4thOctober

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Tewantin

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Saturday30thSeptember

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Tinbeerwah

Saturday30thSeptember

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WeybaDowns

Saturday30thSeptember

9.30-10.00am2-4CharlotteDrive533AUCTIONReed&Co.EstateAgents0409446955

CoolumBeach

Sunday8thOctober

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NoosaHeads

Saturday30thSeptember

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Noosaville

Saturday30thSeptember

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11.00-11.00am1/23BluefinCrt322AUCTIONOn-SiteSelectNoosa0418758465

Saturday7thOctober

10.00-10.30am9GeorgeSt322AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0418980247

Saturday14thOctober

1.00-1.30pm2/7BluefinCt332AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0414367282

Saturday21stOctober

11.00-11.30am25WyunaDr342AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0421785512

PeregianBeach

Saturday28thOctober

11.00-11.30am4/18PeregianEsp322AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0413319879

Pinbarren

Friday6thOctober

1.00-1.00pm64BinalongRoad325AuctionHinternoosa0404344399

SunshineBeach

Saturday30thSeptember

12.00-12.30pm11AWebbRoad532AuctionCentury21ConollyHayGroup0438259956

Sunday8thOctober

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Tewantin

Saturday14thOctober

11.00-12.00pm90OutlookDrive422AuctionLagunaRealEstate0491185774

12.00-12.30pm2JoyceSt422AuctionTomOffermannRealEstate0413044241

Tinbeerwah

Saturday7thOctober

12.00-1.00pm33KingsgateDrive324AuctionSothebysInternationalRealty0408874888

Verrierdale

Thursday28thSeptember

3.00-3.00pm71DahliaRoad424AuctionHinternoosa0404344 399

HOME FOCUS

MODERN LUXURY IN OLD TEWANTIN

SUBURB: Tewantin

Built in 2006 this property sets a very high benchmark in the tightly held location in Old Tewantin.

A short walk away is the beautiful Noosa River and the popular Tewantin shopping centre with its wide array of retail, commercial and medical facilities. Famous Hastings Street and Noosa Main Beach are only a 15-minute drive.

The discerning buyers of this beautifully presented property, built on an elevated 506m2 block, will appreciate the quality of its north-facing design and its master-built construction, all set in low maintenance surrounds.

Presenting a stylish and timeless double-storey elevation to the street, the wow factors are on display at every turn in this property.

High rendered walls and a gate to the sunny front courtyard provide privacy, security, and an elegant sense of arrival.

On the ground floor, the 4-metre high ceilings of the huge open plan living areas

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are breath-taking, creating a stunning architectural feature with high-level louvre windows and maximum light and air-flow.

The large designer kitchen is the grand centre-piece of these living areas, showcasing glamorous splashbacks, stone benchtops, gas cooktop, and an enviable fully-fitted walk in pantry.

The kitchen and living areas overlook and open out onto fully paved and undercover outdoor areas and a 7metre heated

swimming pool, all combining to offer a choice of areas for relaxation, dining and entertaining.

A highly sought-after feature of the ground floor of the home is a very spacious master suite, also opening through glass sliding doors to the courtyard areas, and featuring an extensive walk-in robe and luxuriously appointed ensuite with separate toilet.

There is also another bedroom

downstairs, currently used as a media room, and an additional full bathroom.

A joinery-built fit-out in the laundry and a double-garage with internal access complete the practical nature of the ground floor.

The very architectural steel and timber floating stair-case leads upstairs to a fully fitted office space, two more light-filled bedrooms, and a stylish bathroom.

The location, design and construction are of the very highest standard, and are sought after by discerning buyers.

52 Hendry Street is exceptional. Be quick to inspect. ●

Address: 52 Hendry Street, TEWANTIN Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: $1,900,000 Inspect: Saturday, 10am-1030am

Contact: Anne Powell 0419 332 973, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

SECURE YOUR NOOSAVILLE ADDRESS

CHIC townhouse style unit located in a quiet enclave enjoying well maintained gardens, resort pool , Barbecue and entertaining area.

Recently painted with new carpet and furnishings, dishwasher, washing machine and oven.

Ready to move in and enjoy.

Downstairs open plan living features a fabulous modern kitchen. The dining and lounge flow to front and rear courtyards providing cooling airflow during our warmer months.

The two upstairs bedrooms are generously sized with the north facing master opening to a sunny balcony.

A bonus loft area is accessed from the second bedroom providing the perfect children’s play area or storage space.

Close to all the action on Gympie Terrace and Noosa River with Sum Yung Guys, Little Cove Coffee Co and Aldi nearby and a short drive to Hastings Street and Main Beach.

Your opportunity to live the Noosa dream or add to your investment portfolio. ●

Address:105/24 Lake Weyba Drive, NOOSAVILLE

Contact: Chrissie Baker 0491 185 774, LAGUNA

HOME FOCUS

FABULOUS FAMILY HOME

WELCOME to 9 Finney Court, Tewantin. This beautifully presented, large, modern 2 level home has a versatile floorplan and has been built to the highest standard.

With 360m2 of sophisticated excellence throughout, you will be instantly impressed with this quality home with its many modern features and favourable functionality.

The clever home design allows for separate living capability. With a main kitchen upstairs and a kitchenette/bar at ground level, lounge rooms and outdoor entertainment spaces on each level, it offers the best of both worlds.

Complemented with spacious bedrooms complete with built-ins and ceiling fans, lavish bathrooms, fully ducted airconditioning, and a study nook, this home is ideal for the large or extended family. Plus, there’s plenty of room for your out of town family and friends to stay!

Your future vision could include a pool alongside the entertainment area. There is a two car garage plus additional yard space

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for another car or maybe the boat/camper.

In this fantastic location you will marvel at the lush tropical gardens and serene, green bush backdrop, rustling with birdlife and flora as you relax on one of the two expansive outdoor entertainment areas, whilst sipping your lazy “Margarita“ or cold drink.

You’ll spend many happy hours exploring the beautiful, nature laden walking trails and bush tracks. Walk the dog, take your bike, put on your earphones and enjoy your peaceful time out.

Local shops and public transport are closeby and, a bonus for parents, it’s a short walk for the children to Noosaville State School and St Teresa’s Catholic College.

Gympie Terrace restaurants and river activities are 10 minutes drive, and the renowned Hastings Street and Main Beach is a mere 15 minutes. Features we know you’ll appreciate:

· 5 Spacious bedrooms with built-ins and ceiling fans

· Massive main bedroom with spacious ensuite and walk-in robe

· An additional 2 full bathrooms + 2 powder rooms

· High end kitchen fitout upstairs with ample storage and stone benchtops

· Dishwasher, microwave oven and 5 burner gas cooktop upstairs

· Kitchenette downstairs with cooktop, oven and pantry

· High ceilings and lots of natural light

· Ducted reverse cycle air-conditioning throughout

· Gazebo for your barbecue and family entertainment

· Beautiful timber decks

· Low maintenance, stunning tropical gardens, fully irrigated

· Double lock up garage and space for boat/trailer/caravan

· Solar hot water system with electric power backup

· Large 6.6kw solar power system

· Fruit trees and herb garden

· Room for a pool

· Ultra private location at end of cul de sac overlooking bushland

· Short walk to local shops and schools

· 10 minutes drive to the riverside, cafes and boutiques; 15 minutes more to Hastings Street and the beach

Contact Chris Forde for your personal appointment, 0411 328 488. ●

Address: 9 Finney Court, TEWANTIN Description: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: Offers Over $1,700,000 Inspect: By appointment

Contact: Chris Forde 0411 328 488, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

2 A 2 B 1 C NoosaRiverBoutiqueComplex 7/213GympieTeRRaCe,Noosaville

•StunningNoosaRiverviews,achicholidayunitnottobemissed

•Lightfilled,Northfacingcapturingwarmingwintersunshine

•Generousbedroomswithbuilt-inrobes,mainwithensuite

•Openkitchenoverlooksthelounge,diningandgenerousterrace

•Fullyequippedwithstylishfurnishingsincluded,readytoenjoy

•Newair-con,pool,gatedentryandsecurecoveredcarport

•Restaurants,boutiques,riveractivitiessandybeaches,clearwater

•SmallexclusivecomplexonhighlydesirableGympieTerracethisisa standoutlifestyleinvestmentopportunity

FoRsale $1,600,000

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mel@lagunarealestate.com.au

•Massivetopfloor,riverfrontapartmentwithstunningviews

•Spaciousopenplanliving,diningandmodernkitchen

•Hugemasterbedroomoffersensuiteandwalkinrobe

•Sun-filled,full-lengthverandawithprizednorthernaspect

•Offeredfullyequippedandfurnished,readyforyourenjoyment

•Singlelockupgarage,pools,spa,bbqfacilitiesandonsitemanagement

•Walkingdistancetorestaurants,cafe’s,boutiquesandshops

•HighlydesirableGympieTerraceconsistentlyenjoysprovencapital growth.Makeityours!

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