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It was an Australian first when Noosa Main Beach held a modified surf carnival last Saturday for Seahorse Nippers.
Seahorse Nippers from Noosa, North Burleigh, Dicky Beach and Mooloolaba and surf lifesaving volunteers from these clubs and Sunshine Beach, Kurawa and Port Douglas converged on Noosa for the first ever Surf Life Saving joint disability program.
The day was hailed a great success and hopes are it will become an annual event.
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Run for 44 years the King of the Mountain race has come to an end after organisers the Cooroy Pomona Lions Club decided stricter conditions imposed on the race by Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) would “compromise its essence“.
“The King of the Mountain race has been a source of excitement, challenge, and camaraderie for runners, volunteers, sponsors, performers, and spectators alike,“ the Lions Club posted.
“The race committee’s dedication to providing a safe yet thrilling experience, complete with the awe-inspiring spectacle of the Mt
Cooroora finishing chute, has left an indelible mark on the community.
“The decision to bid farewell to the race has been a weighty one. A continued deterioration of track conditions has prompted the QPWS to impose stricter conditions for this year’s permit approval.
“Over the years, the race committee has
proactively worked to ensure the race supports the wellbeing of the mountain as much as possible.
“Unfortunately, to meet new permit conditions, the race is required to be adjusted in a way that the race committee believes would compromise its essence too much.“
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By Country Press Australia president Andrew SchreyerAustralia’s largest organisation of newspaper publishers has attacked the announcement by Meta that it will no longer negotiate deals with publishers once current agreements expire.
Country Press Australia represents more than 230 regional, rural and outer suburban publications across the nation.
The organisation was advised through an email from Meta early Friday afternoon that “our company priorities have substantially shifted in the past year and, as a result, we will no longer be making Facebook NewsTab available in Australia”.
Meta also confirmed “This doesn’t affect our agreement with Country Press Australia which will continue in accordance with its terms and conditions until it expires”.
In a subsequent meeting on Friday afternoon between Country Press Australia and Meta it was made clear that Country Press Australia’s agreement with Meta would not be renewed.
This is a devastating blow to our members who are party to the agreement. All are publishers of regional and local public interest journalism.
Meta has been providing grants to Country Press Australia publishers which has provided vital sustainability.
There will be publishers who close the doors and won’t be able to continue supporting their communities with news in the wake of this announcement. These regional and local publishers are the major, and in most cases sole, providers of local public interest journalism in their communities.
In times of trouble and in emergency situations, such as during floods and in major bushfire events, the local publisher’s Facebook page is never more important or appreciated by people in our communities.
Meta’s actions undermine our democracy in the way the company displays such disdain for the work of the news industry. It also undermines public confidence in the media sector.
The most popular Facebook pages in most regional and rural communities are those of the local news publishing company, yet Meta says people don’t go to Facebook for news or political content.
What about in times of bushfire and floods
or when the chips are down and someone in the community needs help? Local experience would suggest otherwise.
If, by Meta’s own admission, Australians don’t go to Facebook for news or political content, then the federal government should heed the advice of Meta and immediately cease advertising on Meta’s platforms.
Sadly, jobs will definitely be lost as a result of Meta’s decision, but it’s hard to put a number on this.
Given the already well-documented challenges our industry faces (major cost increases for newsprint, ink, energy and the decline in federal government advertising spend), this announcement will force many publishers to confront the issues ahead of them and cut staff.
The reaction from our members in the aftermath of Friday’s announcement has been one of deep concern, alarm and even anger.
The federal government must act to give assurance to our industry and to support the democratic infrastructure that is the newspaper industry. And it needs to move swiftly, decisively and with purpose.
We need government to support the news industry and invoke the news media
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Our government must also do what it can to assure Australians that the government values the news industry’s role in our democracy to mitigate disruptions to the news industry.
Facebook reaped the benefits of our members’ unique local content for many years, and has paid those local and regional publishers for only the last three years and will now not renew their agreement with Country Press Australia.
A democracy cannot function without a healthy news sector, and this is now heavily at risk in regional and local communities after Meta’s decision.
It is important that the federal government responds swiftly to this decision and considers all possible action including designating Meta under the News Media Bargaining Code and other options available to them and the ACCC.
It is vital that news media is adequately compensated for the content that Facebook has been able to build their business from over many years and ensure a strong and robust news media industry which is vital for a healthy democracy.
It is also vital that the federal government ensures strong support of the industry now more than ever before and ensures the News Media Assistance Program (News MAP) is finalised urgently.
Residents began voting on Monday for their Noosa councillors and Mayor at two early voting booths within the shire.
There have been a number of events held over the past few weeks for the voting public to meet the candidates running for office.
They have talked about their background, their aims and visions for the new term of council, if elected.
But what is the role of the elected representatives?
According to the Local Government Act 2009 councillors must represent the interests of the community and are responsible for ensuring the Council discharges its responsibilities; achieves its corporate plan and complies with all laws that apply to local governments. Councillors must provide high quality leadership to the local government and the community; participate in council meetings, policy development, and decision-making for the benefit of the local government area; and be accountable to the community for the local government’s performance. The mayor has extra responsibilities.
The mayor is also tasked with leading and managing local government meetings; leading, managing, and providing strategic direction to and performance appraisals of the CEO; providing information to the Minister as requested; being a member of each standing committee; and representing Council at ceremonial or civic functions.
Mayors can delegate responsibilities to councillors.
Residents can vote at early voting booths at Girraween Sports Complex and Cooroy Memorial Hall from 9am-5pm Monday to Friday or on Election Day on Saturday 16 March.
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In recent years organisers have made several changes including reducing race numbers from more than 100 to 80, altering the course of the main race which increased its length from 4.2-5.2km, moving the start/finish line and altering the course of the Prince and Princess race.
A Department of Environment, Science and Innovation spokesperson said the only amendment requested this year has been that the start is staggered over two stages of 40 competitors each.
“This will help protect the environmental and cultural values of Mt Cooroora and the Tuchekoi National Park, as well as the safety of competitors,“ the spokesperson said.
“The event, a timed foot race up and down a narrow track to Mt Cooroora’s summit, has had more than 100 participants in past years.
“This has caused environmental and safety issues, particularly when competitors who have reached the summit begin to descend and meet competitors who are still ascending.
“The resultant bottlenecks have seen entrants running off the track and into environmentally fragile and sensitive areas, and tripping and falling, often in places where their safety is at significant risk.
“QPWS believes the capping of entry numbers and starting the event over two stages will minimise these impacts and safety risks.“
Lions club member and organiser Heather Manders said the proposed changes would change the fabric of the race and increase the time volunteers would need to be stationed along the course, including on the mountain.
She said runners ascending the mountain had always given way to those on the way down and there were other environmental factors at play on the mountain including a bushfire, its popularity with walkers throughout the year and the absence of a marked track
at the top.
“We’ve always had a good relationship with QPWS,“ Heather said.
“We respect their decision and let them know that we won’t be signing it. They’re still in negotiations with us.
“We’re saddened by it but we’re comfortable with it.“
“QPWS continues to be willing to negotiate a reasonable resolution with the Cooroy Pomona Lions Club that reduces the impact on
the environment and culturally sensitive areas and minimises the safety risk to competitors,“ the departmental spokesperson said.
Heather said Cooroy-Pomona Lions Club would await a response from QPWS but could hold their heads high after running an “amazing“ event last year and would focus on this year’s Pomona Family Fun Day scheduled for 28 July at Stan Topper Park with free rides and attractions.
Noosa MP Sandy Bolton, who has long been MC of the race, described it as an event that
was a “highlight in our communities’ calendar every year, as well to the many thousands of visitors from across the world“.
“I thank each and every one of the fabulous volunteers who have made this possible for over four decades.
“Now let us all get behind and fully support the KOM Committee and the Cooroy-Pomona Lions Club in this decision and ensure the Pomona Family Fund Day becomes a muchloved favourite for all, which I know it will be,“ she said.
Sunshine Beach State School has embarked on another year of their exciting journey of aquatic education with its long-term partnership with Noosa Heads Surf Lifesaving Club.
This collaboration brings forth a comprehensive surf education program tailored for Year 6 students, enriching their understanding of beach safety and water activities.
The program, meticulously designed by Noosa Heads Surf Lifesaving Club, encompasses a range of essential skills vital for coastal living and water recreation.
From surf and beach awareness to mastering body surfing techniques, board paddling skills and even an introduction to first aid, students are immersed in a holistic curriculum aimed at fostering confidence and competence in aquatic environments.
Noosa Heads Surf Lifesaving Club, renowned for its commitment to aquatic safety, underscores the importance of community education.
For them, it’s not just about establishing safe swimming zones but also about elevating the skill levels of individuals venturing into the water.
Their ethos resonates deeply with their belief that coastal residents, especially students, should possess fundamental water safety and survival techniques, considering their inherent proximity to water bodies.
In the words of Sacha Cairns, education manager from Noosa Heads Surf Lifesaving Club, said “Living in a coastal environment and likely to be in and around water most of their lives, it is essential that students learn the basic water safety and survival techniques within their beaches and waterways.”
“The School Education programs aim to equip students with the necessary skills and tools to not only have knowledge of water safety but also feel confidence in their ability to safely participate in aquatic activities. There is no better place to learn than one of the most iconic beaches in Australia!”
Amanda Brown, a Year 6 teacher at Sunshine Beach State School, echoes the sentiment, emphasising the multiple benefits of the program.
“The positive outcomes are numerous, and the students thoroughly enjoy being part of the program,” she said.
“As an accredited International School, Sunshine Beach State School welcomes students from across the world, some of who are not familiar with the potential dangers of aquatic environments.
“This program provides both local students as well as the international guests with valuable lifelong lessons under the watchful eye and expert instruction of members of the Noosa Heads Surf Lifesaving Club.”
Indeed, this partnership between Sunshine Beach State School and Noosa Heads Surf Lifesaving Club signifies a commendable synergy between education and community engagement.
It not only equips students with essential life skills but also fosters a culture of safety, responsibility, and camaraderie within the school community.
As students navigate the waves of learning, they also develop skills in water safety and beach awareness, exemplifying the essence of Sunshine Beach State School’s commitment to holistic education.
Following advocacy from Noosa MP Sandy Bolton and others, reforms were introduced last year and recently passed to improve the safety of riders, drivers and pedestrians alike, including harsher penalties and new offences for riders who ride without due care and attention.
“These expand the application of careless riding offences for personal mobility device and bicycle riders from roads to all road-related areas such as footpaths and bicycle paths and requires riders to stop and provide their details in the event of a crash,” Sandy said.
The rise of battery powered bikes and scooters has been a common sight on our streets and pathways. However, they can be intimidating with their speed, weaving in and out of walkers, causing accidents.
The Royal College of Surgeons reported in their submission to the Transport and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2023, which included these reforms, that data from 20 emergency departments across Queensland shows around 100 emergency department presentations from e-scooter injuries a month.
“These bikes and scooters have been the source of many community concerns expressed to my office, mostly for speed and their impact on pedestrians, as well risks to those using, including children without the appropriate helmets. At the same time, alternative modes of transport to reduce unnecessary car journeys and emissions, as well congestion, has been commonly sought by all
levels of government for a number of years. The’ trick’ is to get the right balance, and with this bill, may we see greater safety,” Sandy said. Brisbane CBD Bicycle User Group called the new maximum fine of $6192 as unnecessarily over-reaction, however, the department has stated that the penalty aligns with the existing penalty for driving a vehicle (other than a motor vehicle), a tram, a train, or an animal on a road without due care or attention.
Queensland Tourism Industry Council stated that micro-mobility providers must educate users on road rules before they can use their devices, and we should create more micro-mobility only pathways incorporating safe wayfinding routes and signage specifically for these. In response Transport and Main Roads (TMR) acknowledged the need for better separate infrastructure, and Sandy looks forward to some action on this.
“Improvements in infrastructure and greater enforcement of the rules are vital in increasing safe use of e-mobility devices. If you witness any breaches of the Queensland Road Rules, we encourage you to report these to the Queensland Police Service by emailing Policelink at policelink@police.qld.gov.au or by calling on 131 444. All information received by our police assists them in determining best compliance monitoring and where hotspots have developed,” Sandy said.
Sandy welcomes all community feedback for further advocacy to her office on 5319 3100 or email noosa@parliament.qld.gov.au
The Noosa Eat and Drink Festival makes its triumphant return to the Sunshine Coast this winter, offering an irresistible minibreak for food and drink fanatics, with more than 75 events spread across four delectable days from 30 May to 2 June.
It’s biggest and best program yet, the Festival celebrates its 21st edition with a revamped FestivalVillage, a tantalising restaurant showcase, daily Beach Events, and the return of signature event The Long Lunch.
At the centre of the action is the Festival Village; Noosa Eat and Drink’s weekend-long hub of food, drink and entertainment.
Including prosecco on arrival, Festival Village tickets give visitors the chance to explore pop-ups from Noosa’s top restaurants, stock up on artisan delights from across the region at the Producers Pavilion, and sip on refreshing tipples from the finest craft brewers, distillers and local wineries, alongside a selection of international brands.
Festival director John Guise said the Festival Village offers something for everyone.
“The Festival Village is an absolute must for those visiting Noosa Eat and Drink this year, with a line- up of over 80 local, Australian and international brands, and exciting demonstrations and masterclasses from our celebrity chefs.
“The Village becomes a hub of culinary excellence and perfectly showcases our region’s food scene – from fine dining to local artisans and everything in between,” Mr Guise said.
Special guests Gary Mehigan and Hayden Quinn will host a culinary utopia daily from 11am at the FestivalVillage Main Stage, where a stellar line-up of visiting industry powerhouses including George Calombaris, Anna Polyviou, Adriano Zumbo, Warren Mendes, Sarah Todd, Khanh Ong, Matt Golinski and Sergio Perera will cook up a storm during live demonstrations.
For those seeking a more personal experience, masterclasses with Polyviou, Zumbo, Mendes, Todd, plus George Georgovski (The Lunchbox Dad), Seabourne Gin and Sunshine and Sons Gin will pepper the program, while a sizzling daily showdown at the Celebrity Cooking Competition, will see special guests Olympian Michael Klim and Olympian-turned-restaurateur Eamon Sullivan put everything on the table to prove their gastronomic genius.
The Chandon VIP Lounge ups the ante for lovers of fine food and wine, where ticketholders will enjoy front-row seats to celebrity chef cooking demos, a Chandon cocktail on arrival, plus catering by hot new local, Lanai Noosa.
At dusk, get ready to groove with an epic roster of performers, including DJs and bands who will keep the energy soaring into the evening.
Hurry to secure your tickets for Noosa Eat and Drink’s beloved Beach Events, with the daily Sundowner Cocktail Party almost sold out and exclusive sessions at the new Beach
Club and Sunday Brunch by the sea hosted by George Calombaris and Masterchef Australia alumni Sarah Todd also preparing to be a sellout success.
In a showcase of local restaurants, Festival visitors can embark on a food adventure from the country to the coast. Savour signature dishes while rubbing elbows with local chefs who will dish out secrets on how they’re working wonders with regional produce at one-ofa-kind restaurants events, chef pairings and pop-ups.
Local celebrity chef Matt Golinski has been involved in the festival since its inception in 2003, and this year will work with local suppliers to source the very best produce and supplies for guests and chefs.
“The festival brings so much excitement to Noosa! Our local restaurants are at the forefront of a culinary movement, working closely with producers from the region to bring the freshest seasonal produce to the table,” Mr Golinski said.
“This collaboration not only sparks new concepts and ideas using the vibrant flavours Noosa has to offer but also champions sustainability with the reduction in food miles.”
The Festival’s signature event The Long Lunch continues in 2024 and will be hosted on the popular Arcadia Street in Noosa Junction and catered by local restaurants.
The Gala dinner on Sunday night, hosted by the legendary team at Locale, will see a collaboration with Ben Williamson from Ag-
nes in Brisbane and Jason Saxby from Raes on Wategos in Byron Bay delivering a sumptuous finale to the festival.
Tourism Noosa communications manager Susan Ewington says that Noosa Eat and Drink is a highlight on Noosa’s event calendar.
“One of the unique aspects of Noosa Eat and Drink Festival is the national connection between some of Australia’s best chefs and the collaborative experiences they bring to the restaurant events and with our local chefs,” Ms Ewington said.
“The chefs love attending the festival, often bringing their families to enjoy a long weekend in Noosa.
“Showcasing some of Australia’s premier food experiences, top-quality produce and highlighting the diversity of our coastal dining experiences, the event solidifies Noosa and the Sunshine Coast as a must-visit destination.”
Noosa Eat and Drink regularly attracts 10,000 visitors to the region with more than 1,500 interstate and international visitors predicted to follow their tastebuds to the Festival in 2024 and serve up more than $3 million for the local visitor economy.
Tickets for Noosa Eat and Drink’s Festival Village and restaurant events are on sale from 12pm AEST, Thursday 14 March.
With signature events selling fast, be sure to lock in your tickets and sign up to stay in the loop with program updates at noosaeatdrink.com.au.
When Chris De Aboitiz
his revolutionary Pack Mates training concept at the Noosa Festival of Surfing
weekend, it
be the culmination of a lifetime of learning how to think and speak dog.
It all began in his birthplace of Sydney nearly 60 years ago when Chris was a toddler and the family got a Dalmatian puppy they called Bambi.
The name – that’s all he can remember of his first dog, but he’s been paying back the canine family ever since, forming incredibly strong bonds with a succession of much-loved packs.
The De Aboitiz family moved around the world a lot when Chris and his sisters were young, their dad Alejandro working as an engineer for the Pepsi Cola corporation, from Sydney to Hawaii to Argentina, then Spain and Puerto Rico before moving back to Hawaii as Chris hit his teens. In Argentina they had a German Shepherd, in Puerto Rico another Dalmatian, who was put into quarantine so she could travel back to Hawaii with the family, where they got another one and bred a litter.
It was during those years in Hawaii that Chris fell in love with the fundamentals of his life – dogs and surf. As a boy who moved schools a lot, he was often a newbie who copped the brunt of kiddie cruelty. He recalls: “I think I always had a way with dogs, but in Hawaii, sometimes you had to stand and fight, and that was when I started to think like a dog. I watched our dogs and began to understand the pecking order, and that really came home to me later.”
Chris’s love of the ocean had manifested itself wherever the family lived, but in Waikiki he started working as a surf instructor with the legendary Hawaiian big wave surfer and beach boy Clyde Aikau, who taught him everything from switching feet on a wave to making banana leaf hats under the shade of the banyans. By the time he reached Noosa in the late 1980s with Hawaiian-born partner Lori, he was not only an exceptional all-round waterman, with board and boat skills, he had also developed into a young entrepreneur with street-smart
savvy and determination in equal measure.
When I first met him in 1990 he was selling a 1973 white Mercedes Benz by the side of Noosa Parade, and I bought it for my wife. It turned out to be a lemon, but you could never hold a grudge against Chris and we became firm friends.
Soon after arriving in Noosa, Chris and Lori had bought a Golden Retriever they called Kekai who was soon accompanying Chris to his work on the river boats. She’d spend all day hanging on the bow of a ski boat, then join the crew on the jetty at beer o’clock. “After a while she never wanted to come home with me. She became the jetty dog, and she’d go home with whichever member of the gang would take her. And Kekai also inadvertently became the world’s first dog surfer.
Around this time the Noosa festival of Surfing had introduced a Hawaiian-style opening
ceremony and paddle out. Chris, who would go on to become the world tandem surfing champion in Noosa a few years later, would grab his 12-foot tandem board and paddle out with Kekai perched on the nose of the board, just like she did on the bow of the ski boat. Chris would catch a wave or two on the way in, much to Kekai’s delight. Surfing with your dog caught on, with varying degrees of success, but Kekai was getting too old for it. In 2000 Chris celebrated the new century by getting Lani, who would become the first leader of his pack.
During the ‘90s, Chris had cashed in on the longboard revival by establishing Noosa Longboards, still on Hastings Street today, but in the 2000s he saw the beginnings of the stand-up paddle boom, and guess what? SUPs, as they are known, were perfect for dog surfing.
The Noosa surf festival introduced a SUP division, and within a few years and a couple of
Chris-led demonstrations, this grew to include a dog-surfing event. The first time the VetShopAustralia Surfing Dogs Championships were held, they attracted a sizeable crowd of curious onlookers. The following year thousands packed the beach to watch. The former world champions who were in the previous heat were stunned to learn that the crowd was there to watch the dogs, not them!
The 2000s also proved that in Chris’s case the apple didn’t fall far from the tree. Son Keahi, by then a young teen, was turning into a champion waterman with a particular focus on kite-surfing. With four world titles under his belt, Keahi now lives in Hawaii with his partner. Says Chris: “I’m very proud of his success in the water, but what’s most important to me is the way he conducts himself in and out of the water, always kind and respectful.”
In 2010 Chris’s interest in understanding dog behaviour – speaking dog, as he called it – was piqued by meeting Cesar Millan, the Mexican-American trainer who had become the world’s most famous “dog whisperer” through a cable TV show. While Chris had his own philosophy of dog relationships, developed over decades, he learnt a lot from Cesar, and became determined to put his own ideas into practice, as Cesar had. For this he needed space, so in 2012 he sold up in Noosa and bought a 40-acre mountain estate on the edge of the surf town of Agnes Water, on the Discovery Coast between Bundaberg and Gladstone.
While he kept up the cash flow running his own stand up paddle board hire and lessons at nearby 1770, for almost a decade Chris has poured most of his energy and resources into creating The Summit 1770, a pet-friendly, multi-tiered holiday park in an exquisite setting, offering a broad range of accommodation options, from powered and unpowered campsites to smart cabins to a luxurious family villa and pool with 360-degree views from mountains to sea. The Summit, which earlier this year joined the prestigious Kui Parks national network, also offers a variety of dog training and activity options, including the twice-weekly “dog runs” in which owners can socialise over sundowners while their dogs run free around a beautiful billabong, and now a Sunday workshop and demonstration open to the public.
According to Chris, this is just the start. And that’s where Pack Mates come in. He says: “There’s continuity in the relationship I have with my pack, which is now in its third generation, from Lani’s leadership to Rama’s now and soon it will be Jarrah. And through developing and maintaining those relationships, there is so much I’ve learnt and can pass on. That’s what we’re going to do at The Summit, home of the Pack Mates, when the Pack goes on tour to other pet-friendly campgrounds and holiday parks, and with our recorded workshops online.”
It’s a big vision and a big project, but that’s never daunted Chris.
Chris De Aboitiz will be presenting a short introduction to the Pack Mates concept and a
sit/stay on a surfboard demonstration at First Point Noosa on Sunday afternoon at 1.30pm, ahead of the VetShopAustralia Surfing Dogs. For more information on this event call Vet-
ShopAustralia on 1300 838 746.
Chris will also be demonstrating his techniques for Central Queensland dog lovers at the Agnes Water Longboard Classic on Sunday
24 March, with a sit/stay/surf demonstration at 11.30am ahead of a dog surf exhibition at 12pm. For more information visit thesummit1770.com.au
Life changed in an instant last Halloween when Marita Finch crashed her Ducati Monster on the corner of Noosa Parade and Dolphin Crescent on her way home from work and broke her back.
It was a journey she’d travelled often on her way to her Hastings Street job at Aromas, an area she knew well, having lived for 10 years in Dolphin Crescent, Noosaville. No other cars were involved.
She remembers the accident as a handful of snapshots but one thing clear in her mind is the woman she saw walk from apartments across the road to come to her aid, and someone Marita would like to meet to thank.
“She called triple-0,” Marita said. “I tried to get up. She said stay down, the ambulance is coming. She said try to keep calm, you’ve been in an accident. I told her to call my husband, how to unlock my phone to call him.”
As fate would have it a UK emergency care specialist Professor Stuart Maitland-Knibb was visiting a friend in Noosa and drove by the scene.
“We were just popping into town for a pizza … as we came around the bend Marita had just fallen off the bike and was on the side of the road,” Dr Maitland-Knibb told News Corp.
“It became very clear very quickly that there was something wrong with her circulation,” he said.
“The woman in front of me was showing signs of spinal shock.
“Spinal shock can indeed kill.”
With the help of the as-yet-unidentified woman at the scene, Dr Maitland-Knibb told the triple-0 operator that a critical care paramedic was needed.
The paramedic who arrived just happened to have worked at the UK’s Helicopter Emergency Medical Service and each was familiar with each other’s workplace.
Marita only remembers Dr MaitlandKnibb from the accident as someone with cold hands holding her neck still, but they have since connected online.
Marita’s injuries included fractures of her T8-T9 vertebrae, fractured ribs, a fractured scapula and a punctured lung.
She was taken by ambulance initially to Sunshine Coast University Hospital then transferred to the Princess Alexandra Hospital.
“I had spinal surgery straight away,” Marita said. “The care has been fantastic, very compassionate.”
For the past four months the 48-year-old mother of two has been at the PA spinal injuries unit in rehabilitation.
Doctors have said her spinal cord was not severed but there is bruising and swelling and it will take time to heal.
“The surgeon said it’ll be 12-18 months to know where you’re at,” Marita said.
With no feeling from the bottom of her ribcage down Marita’s aim is to not spend the rest of her life as she is now, in a wheelchair.
“It’s a massive adjustment,” she said.
As Marita deals with the physical and emotional impacts of the accident as well as pain management she is questioning who she is and what she’s going to do in the future.
Her family, friends and her workplace have been incredibly supportive and she is very grateful for it.
“It’s like living in an alternate reality,” Marita said.
“ I went from riding home from work to lying in hospital.
“I’ve been home twice for a couple of hours with an occupational therapist, looking at modifications,” Marita said.
“I dropped in at work and had a rock star welcome. They’re desperate to get me back.”
Marita isn’t sure of the practicalities of returning to work but that they want her back - “it’s all that matters”.
At present her days are spent in a series of rehabilitation sessions including physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, gym work, psychology and occupational therapy.
“There’s always activities. There’s peer support, patient forums. It’s never a dull moment,” she said.
An active wife and mother Marita has the strength and endurance that have three times enabled her to compete in the
Marita
to meet the woman who helped her at the crash site. If it’s you please email newsdesk@noosatoday.com.au and we’ll put you in touch with Marita.
core services, such as:
· Fixing roads and parking issues.
· Solving traffic congestion.
· Rebuilding and maintaining boat ramps.
· Maintaining parks, gardens and children’s playgrounds.
· Maintaining and improving community sports/recreational facilities.
· Weed removal and maintenance.
· Street and footpath cleaning.
urgently re-focus on its
Feedback is that council has forgotten its
main purpose is to provide these services and has lost the ability to manage the budget to get things done.
Small business support was also an important issue when it came to what Noosa Council should be helping with. Fixing the basics like transport and parking will also help our small businesses.
Other feedback is that council customer services is poor despite rate increases. Most said they found it harder to pay their rates bills this year, which is not surprising with rates up
26 per cent in the past three years.
If elected, I am committed to getting back to basics and fixing these issues for all of Noosa Shire’s communities.
I want to see the lowest rates at a time when so many are struggling with increased cost of living.
I will provide the strong leadership and financial management experience needed to better manage the council budget to get things done.
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If elected Noosa Mayor, my priorities in the first 200 days will be:
• Immediately focus is on significant staffing problems and staff culture. Appoint a CEO.
• With my fellow Councillors, thoroughly review the 2024-25 budget and aim to lower operating costs and find ways to reduce the pain of a rates burden.
• Focus capital on basic infrastructure needs - roads, rates, rubbish, ramps, congestion, parking, parks, and gardens and community sports/recreational facilities.
I am committed to dealing with these issues and resolving them to the benefit of all of Noosa shire, including:
The Mayor of Noosa Shire has a unique role to play in directly impacting and supporting small businesses within our community. As a longtime resident of Noosa Shire and owner of local businesses in the retail and fitness sectors, I have first-hand experience over many years of the issues facing local businesses. As a result, I believe I am best placed of the candidates running for Mayor to address these issues.
If I am elected, here are some ways in which I intend to leverage my position as Mayor to support small businesses in the Noosa Shire:
1.Create a small business support program: I would like to establish a dedicated program or office within the shire that focuses on providing resources, guidance, and support to small businesses. Such a program would provide help with business planning, access to funding opportunities, and networking events to connect small business owners with mentors and industry experts; share learning experiences of running a business in Noosa Shire, including the ebbs and flows of seasonal tourist trends.
2.Streamline permitting and licensing processes:
Doing business in Noosa involves a lot of red tape. I support simplifying and expediting the process for small businesses to obtain permits and licenses. By reducing bureaucratic hurdles and making it easier for entrepreneurs and business owners to start and expand their businesses, I will encourage more investment and innovation within the community.
3.Promote buy local campaigns:
I believe council has a role to play in launching initiatives that promote buying from local small businesses. In my view, we should encourage residents to support small local businesses by highlighting the economic and social benefits of shopping locally. I will support local events such as farmers’ markets, small business fairs, and shop local campaigns to showcase the diversity and uniqueness of the small businesses
in our community.
4.Invest in infrastructure and amenities: I will assess the infrastructure and amenities in commercial areas within the shire to identify areas for improvement that will attract customers and enhance the overall business environment. Investing in public spaces, parking facilities, and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure can all help to create a welcoming atmosphere for small businesses and encourage more traffic in commercial areas.
5.Collaborate with educational institutions:
I believe there are benefits to partnering with local schools, colleges, and vocational training centres to offer education and training programs for aspiring small business owners. By fostering a culture of entrepreneurship and providing access to skill-building resources, council can help individuals to start and grow successful businesses in the community.
6.Engage with small business associations:
It is essential that council builds relationships with local small business associations, chambers of commerce and industry groups to understand the needs and challenges of small businesses across the shire. That will allow council to work collaboratively to develop strategies, policies, and initiatives that address the specific concerns of small business owners and support their growth and sustainability.
7.Support diverse and minority-owned businesses:
As part of its focus on small businesses, council must prioritise diversity and inclusion in its small business support initiatives.This includes creating opportunities for minority-owned businesses, female entrepreneurs, and underrepresented groups to access resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities that can help level the playing field and promote economic equity within the community. If elected Mayor, I will bring to council decades of handson business experience and a commitment to support and work with business owners across the Shire, from the hinterland to the coast.
Small pieces of soft plastic, cigarette butts and bottle tops were the most common items of rubbish found on GympieTerrace by volunteers who gave up their time for the annual Clean-Up Australia Day (CUAD) last Sunday.
Jarrah Small and Mel, who managed the Thomas St boat ramp registration and collection site said they were surprised at the large turn out with about 50 people registering for the cleanup.
Mel said small items had been collected along the riverbank and they were expecting some larger items, including an old rusty crab pot, to come in from the clean up by Women onWaves paddlers and an accompanying NICA boat.
“All the little stuff, that’s what all the animals ingest, especially the soft plastics,” Jarrah said.
A scout group from Brisbane who were taking part in a weekend Cub Scout camp at Noosa sea scouts helped clean up the river bank.
Group leader Jeffrey Gridley said the Bracken Ridge scout group had organised their event to coincide with the annual cleanup.
A massive total of 71.5kg of rubbish was picked up by 35 volunteers at NoosaWoods.
With the site coordinated by Plastic Free Noosa, together they cleaned up 33 cans, 28 glass bottles, two chairs, one SUP covered in barnacles, 12 pieces of clothing, 10 plastic bottles and a whole lot more.
Plastic Free Noosa gave a huge shout out to Ben and Jerry’s Noosa and NoosaWorld Surfing Reserve for bringing their crews along.
The event was coordinated across Noosa Shire by Noosa Integrated Catchment Association and Noosa Council.
At Peregian Beach Frank Wilkie, who managed the registration and collection site as he has done for more than a decade, said the amount of rubbish collected had decreased year on year. It’s not surprising given the hard work of the area’s community group to maintain the environment.
The National CUAD event has been coordinated locally for many years by volunteer community group Noosa Integrated Catchment Association (NICA).
This year NICA volunteer Joe Jurisevic once again organised a number of registration and collection sites across the Noosa region from Kin Kin to Peregian, including Boreen Point, Cooran, Cooroy, Federal, Noosaville, Noosa Woods, Noosa North Shore, Pomona, Sunshine
Beach, Sunrise Beach and Tewantin. Community groups were also involved in cleaning up around Teewah and illegal dumping in our local forests.
NICA president Juanita Bloomfield said the value of the Clean Up events to the Noosa environment and community could not be underestimated.
“Every piece of litter removed helps improve
the health of our rivers and creeks and the natural environment on which our diverse local wildlife depends,” she said.
Clean Up Australia Day in Noosa would not be a success without the generous support of the Noosa Shire Council, NICA, Plastic Free Noosa, Allcott Hire and Cleanaway who ensure all rubbish collected is disposed of properly.
For more information, visit cleanup.org.au
in their communities and proactively look at ways to prevent illegal dumping from happening.
The Miles Government will also provide $7 million to employ regional waste management plan coordinators across Queensland includingWide Bay to improve environmental and economic outcomes for regions.
The coordinators will assist groups of
geographically aligned local councils to implement their regional waste management strategies. These strategies are pivotal to improving waste management and recycling and
to facilitate economic growth and job creation across regional Queensland.
Minister Linard also announced the opening of Community Sustainability Action
Grants of up $75,000 for eligible community groups and individuals for projects to remove marine debris from beaches and waterways and litter from community spaces such as parks and reserves and initiatives to prevent litter and marine debris from entering the environment.
“Illegal dumping is unacceptable and those responsible need to be held accountable for their actions,” Ms Linard said.
“Stopping illegal dumping will take a coordinated approach including the State Government, local councils and the wider community, that’s why we’re making funding available to employ dedicated illegal dumping compliance officers.”
For more information or to apply for a Community Sustainability Action (CSA) litter and marine debris grant, visit qld.gov.au/environment/management/funding/community-sustainability
Most Noosa residents would be unaware that the Queensland Government has a Boating Infrastructure Fund worth millions of dollars.
The same residents would no doubt be horrified to learn that Noosa Council has not made a grant request to access this pot of money for 30 years save for a small amount spent on replacing the Noosaville and Tewantin concrete ramps and a floating walkway being added in Noosaville. Council has not spent any of its own money updating boat ramps for 30 years despite the increasing number of boating-owning residents.
In fact, in recent times, the fund has contained up to $140 million that could be used to improve boating infrastructure for Noosa but the current and previous councils have failed to act.
The fund continues to grow from registration fees on boats and trailers with Noosa boat owners contributing $1 million annually to the fund. Why then is it not being used to improve boating facilities for these same residents?
A recent study delivered to Noosa Council identified that the Noosa Shire has the highest per capita registration of small vessels in south-east Queensland (4688 small vessels) and the second highest registration of trailer-able vessels in SE QLD. It also identified numerous shortfalls in facilities at several sites along the Noosa River.
Despite this study, the current Council has already rejected outright a project proposed to improve access to the river via a
boat ramp at Chaplin Park.
If elected to Council on 16 March, I will work to access this much needed funding to improve the existing boating infrastructure for all residents to ensure that boat owners access world class boating facilities. A Maritime Safety Queensland Study reported that Noosa has 5.75 effective boat ramp lanes but needs a minimum of nine lanes. That’s 41 per cent shortfall on our capacity, the largest in the state with the average shortage in QLD sitting at 18 per cent.
I urge all residents to contact me if they have questions or stories about boating on the Noosa River and how I will work as your councillor to access much needed funding to bring the facilities up to an acceptable standard.
WHY INGRID IS RUNNING FOR MAYOR
I’m ready to lead change. I believe I have the experience, strength and courage to make a difference.
TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY
As a Councillor, despite opposition by other councillors, but with community support, I succeeded in live-streaming Council meetings and other initiatives.
I will continue to improve transparency.
A RESPECTFUL COUNCIL
State authorities found some councillors engaged in inappropriate conduct or misconduct. Not disclosing conflicts of interest and disrespectful behaviour.
I will ensure a responsible and respectful council.
IMPLEMENTATION, NOT JUST TALK
I want action on plans that Council approved after community consultation, but never implemented. Traffic, parking, cycling and walking, housing, health and wellbeing. Plans keep rolling out. But they don’t get actioned.
I have a track record of getting things done.
SUPPORTING NOOSA’S SMALL BUSINESSES
Noosa Shire is home to over 7600 businesses of which 98 per cent are small. That’s income and jobs for residents. When making decisions, some councillors forget.
I will give residents and their businesses a fair go.
ACHIEVING THE WHOLE 20-YEAR NOOSA PLAN VISION
The Noosa Plan envisions everything our com-
Ingrid Jackson, Mayoral Candidate.
munitywants.Butsomecouncillorsignorethis when making decisions. Councillors should exercise judgement in decision-making. Not to just ticking boxes and using slogans. I have the courage to stand for what’s right and to fight for you.
In a heart-warming initiative that’s not just changing the lives of primary school-aged children but also winning the hearts of the community, Sunshine Beach State School continues to embrace Story Dogs into its reading program.
These furry, four-legged reading companions are making a profound impact on young readers, by providing a non-judgmental, supportive and attentive audience. To show their thanks, students from SBSS hold an annual Odd Sock Day as a fund raiser to support the wonderful organisation that has supported so many of their students.
Story Dogs is a non-profit program that started in Murwillumbah, NSW in 2009 by Leah Sheldon and Janine Sigley.
At the time both Leah and Janine had primary school aged children and after seeing a similar program operating in the USA on the internet, they decided Australia needed such a program. They came up with Story Dogs, based on the successful American literacy program, Reading Education Assistance Dogs (READ) which was the first comprehensive literacy program built around the appealing idea of children and young adolescents reading to dogs.
The Story Dogs program pairs primary school-aged children with dogs to boost the children’s reading confidence. For many students, especially those who may be struggling or are reluctant readers, reading to a dog offers a judgment-free, pressure-free, and joyful experience. The dogs don’t interrupt or judge a child’s reading capacity; instead, they provide unconditional support, a receptive audience, and a sense of companionship.
The program has seen remarkable success at Sunshine Beach State School, where it is being enthusiastically embraced.
Principal Alison Welch says, “At Sunshine Beach State School, we believe in nurturing not just academic excellence but also building
confidence and a love for reading in our students. Story Dogs is an invaluable addition to our approach, especially for children who may require some extra support.These dogs are not just companions; they are catalysts for selfassurance and a love of reading. The students also very much enjoy the positive connections they make with the volunteers.”
What makes the program even more special is the involvement of volunteers from the community who bring their beloved dogs to the school. These individuals generously donate their time to support the educational development of Sunshine Beach State School students.
The school administration and staff wish to
express their heartfelt gratitude to these dedicated community members for their selfless contribution.
Sharyl Walsh, a local volunteer who brings her dogs, Baxta and Indya, to Sunshine Beach State School for the Story Dogs program, shares her experience:“Seeing the kids light up when they read to Baxta and Indya is incredibly rewarding. We, as volunteers, feel blessed to be a part of this initiative. The positive impact on these young readers is evident, and we’re thrilled to be able to play a role in building their confidence and love for reading.”
Story Dogs isn’t just about improving reading skills; it’s about empowering primary
school-aged children with the belief that they can be successful readers. By providing a safe and supportive environment, it helps children build their literacy skills and self-esteem simultaneously.
Research has shown that Story Dogs can enhance children’s reading fluency, comprehension, and overall literacy. By offering a stress-free reading experience, the program encourages children to take risks, ask questions, and develop a deeper connection with books. This holistic approach to reading can have a profound impact on a child’s academic journey and future success.
Infant milestones are easily documented and mapped out.
However, as a child grows older these milestones change, become less defined, and crucial points in time don’t always receive the recognition they deserve.
Good Shepherd Lutheran College understands the importance of recognising one such milestone, the important transition from childhood to adolescence to young adulthood.
Breaking away from their childhood attachment and security allows children to acquire freedom and responsibility to develop independence and to differentiate themselves from their parents and childhood to establish their own unique identity.
Good Shepherd Lutheran College Principal Anthony Dyer said“The two-year Rite Journey, which commences in Year 9, acknowledges, and celebrates each student’s shift into adulthood. It offers conversations and experiences to guide this transition and foster connections between student, parent, Rite Journey teachers and the broader College community. It encourages students to strive to be thriving citizens, ready for their journey through life.”
More than 100 Year 9 students and their families attended the Calling and Departure ceremony.
The Calling encourages students to show gratitude for their childhood and calls them on their journey to young adulthood while the Departure involves parents, carers and teachers joining the students for an opportunity to learn, reflect and look forward.
Families and teachers gathered at 6.30am at the beautiful Noosa River mouth. The start of a new day symbolises a turning point and the
location, where the river and ocean meet, perfectly depicts the analogy of our young people growing and developing into young adults.
“Much like a creek develops into a river and meanders into the ocean, our students started life small, as young children and, over the years with the many and varied influences in their lives, they have grown, a bit like an ocean, into more independent young adults,” program coordinator Sandy Page said.
Students shared prepared letters of gratitude and attributes of childhood theywish to leave behind as they transition into young adults. Ms Page revealed that, “This is a very special moment for our Year 9 students and their parents. More than a few tears were shed at the sentiments of gratitude acknowledged in the letter from their child. It is especially touching to witness as families recognise the significance of the moment.” Parents, in return, shared memories and keep-sakes from their young person’s childhood before students were asked to ‘step into adulthood’ and join their Rite Journey teachers at the water’s edge for the final phase of the ceremony.
“We encourage the students to embrace The Rite Journey, we urge them to be thankful for their childhood but to prepare to step into a new and challenging stage of their lives,” Mr Dyer said. However, we also understand the importance of helping these students progress to the next stage of young adulthood. It is wonderful to be a part of this moment, to watch the students, many who have been at Good Shepherd since Prep, transition, grow and develop into responsible, caring young adults. As a College we are honoured to facilitate and share our students’ journey.”
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When
Coast, he gave little thought to where he might find a job.
He’d been Manager of Golf and Membership at Royal Perth Golf Club and, since mid-2023, acting General Manager of the highly rated club, and figured credentials like that would create some interest at a few golf clubs on the Sunshine Coast.
But when he discovered Noosa Springs Golf and Spa Resort was seeking a new Golf Manager to replace outgoing Peter Marchant, Jacob’s eyes lit up.
He’d grown up on the Sunshine Coast, worked for 13 years at Pelican Waters in a variety of roles, knew the quality of Noosa Springs, and was aware of the opportunity the role offered an ambitious young man.
“I’d always considered Noosa Springs to be the best golf course on the Sunshine Coast, and it’s a great thrill to be working here with this team,” he said.
As a junior Jacob had dreams of becoming a tournament player but, despite owning a low handicap as a 15-year-old, was savvy enough to know that he probably didn’t have the talent to become an Adam Scott or a Cameron Smith.
So he turned his attention to other parts of the golf industry. At 15 he landed his first job as an assistant in the Pelican Waters golf shop, cleaning carts, selling shirts and learning his craft. He took on every challenge that was offered and eventually became Golf Operations Manager.
Despite relocating to Perth in 2019, Jacob always planned to return home, where he and wife Lauren wanted their sons Noah, 5, and Maddox, 3, to go to school and experience the joys of growing up on the Sunshine Coast.
“It was just a matter of lucky timing that there was an opening at Noosa Springs,” he said.
Jacob, 32, is a university graduate with a
bachelor degree in International Business and Studies and a wealth of experience in the golf industry.
While he has no plans for wholesale change, he is looking at systems and procedures within the booking area and at our golf events to see if the experience for members and guests can be improved.
He says he’s been having conversations with golfers and members of his team and ‘figuring where I fit in and what I can add.’
“This is a great opportunity for me and I’m delighted to be working with such a passionate and talented team.”
Club Manager Daniel Chandler said he was looking forward to Jacob contributing to the
success of Noosa Springs.
“We look forward to the positive impact Jacob will make on our golf operations and the overall experience we provide to our members and guests,” he said.
Mr Chandler also thanked Peter Marchant for ‘his willingness to hit the ground running’ and wished him well for his future endeavours.
A Noosa man has decided to ditch the dating apps and look for love the old school way, through an ad in Noosa Today Newspaper. He’s well traveled and educated, a home owner and Noosa local for 38 years. With limited information on the note, I was interested to know more about his story.
“I’ve mucked around on dating apps for about 10 years and I’m not a fan.There’s a lot of people dissatisfied with internet dating these days,” the man said.
I spoke to Patrick Roach, 72, while he watched a surfing competition on the television.
“I’ve been connected with the Noosa Festival of Surfing for a long time. I don’t have much to do with it now as my son is all grown up,” he said.
Oh, so your son is a surfer then? I naively asked.
“He won theWorld Championship, the year before last, and he’s been on the front page of your paper a couple times,” Patrick replied.
If you’re as useless as me at recognising surnames, he’s the proud father of Noosa’s longboard superstar, Harrison Roach.
Harry will get a good laugh out of this story, Patrick says, along with his daughter in Coolum.
“Long before your time, that’s what you used to do,” he said, about placing an ad in the paper.
“It’s nothing new. Because there was no way to meet people in those days unless you went down to the local pub.”
When he first arrived in Noosa in 1986, Patrick said to his now ex-wife ‘Where do you want to live?’ and she decided on Noosa.
“Well, let’s go,” he said.
“She wondered about a job and I said ‘don’t worry, I’ll find something’,” Patrick recalled.
He’s had so many jobs since then that he can only remember half of them.
“For example in 1975, I was a chauffeur butler to a millionaire. I learnt a lot through that and then I traveled through Europe and the USA before I got married and I ended up on Hayman Island,” he said.
Before he reached the island, Patrick became a model in Brisbane.
“You used to get $25 an hour back in 1981 and it was good money,” he said.
“When I arrived in Hayman Island, I had just done a photo-shoot for a sex book. And the ad ended up on the back of 300 buses in Brisbane. And then it made the papers.”
While he’s now retired, Patrick owned about 10 or 11 small businesses in Noosa over the past 25 years.
With some free time on his hands, Patrick’s looking for a companion to enjoy the river and beaches with.
“I read a lot, do a bit of fishing, go to the
movies, and watch a lot of sports on TV,” he said.
Patrick’s looking for someone who’s welltraveled, and is financially independent.
“Anywhere from my age to 10 years younger, I don’t really mind. And somebody who’s a good conversationalist. That’s a number one priority,” he said.
If you’re in the Noosa area and looking for love, call Patrick on 0411 529 051.
None of us would want to leave our car in the hands of an unskilled mechanic…but what about something much more important?
Who do we want to trust with the complex and demanding role of Noosa councillor, to help steer our entire shire through its many challenges and protect the lifestyle that brought us here? It’s a demanding role, and we need the right people.
The Local Government Act requires councillors to be financially literate. This is not just ticking a box. It’s really important.
Queensland Government’s information for councillors says; “As leaders of your council, you will ultimately be responsible for the financial sustainability of your council. A council that is not financially sustainable will struggle to provide essential services to the community”.
I started my career as a chartered accountant in 1997 and worked in two of the top consulting firms until I switched to commerce in 2009. My background is in mergers and acquisitions, business valuations, cashflow forecasting, budgeting and modelling, working for Caltex, Qantas and Fairfax. For the last decade I’ve worked for the accounting professional body (CA ANZ) in education – teaching and designing courses in management accounting, ethics, and financial modelling.
So how does that relate to council?
Each month, councillors receive financial and operational reports prepared by staff, and use them to make strategic decisions.They are also expected to review development applications, project proposals, grant applications and other documents that will be used to decide where ratepayers money is spent, and how much needs to be collected from ratepayers to cover future expenses.
With this volume of financial data and reports, it’s really important that councillors can
quickly absorb and analyse information in order to ask meaningful questions, look for gaps, inconsistencies, or over-optimistic assumptions.
Cashflow models are then developed to phase the timing of income and expenditure to make sure council remains solvent, and is able to fund priority services and projects without over-burdening ratepayers.
In my experience in due diligence, analysis and reporting, my focus is also on making the figures tell a story, and that’s what I’ve always taught my students too. The figures on their own are meaningless without the reality of actions, people and performance.
Asking for the details behind a target helps to work out whether it is achievable, and has been thought through strategically. It’s important that the right questions are asked to understand the workings and modelling behind high level figures. Responsible budgeting needs a deep understanding of all the elements of the accounts, and how one assumption affects many areas in the accounts, especially the timing of cash flows.
Councillors are the guardians of ratepayer funds.
Projects and programs need to be fully costed, all risks and contingencies considered. Once financial viability is established, councillors must decide whether the expenditure is in the best interests of the community, and where the project should be ranked against other spending priorities.
So, when it comes to selecting six councillors and a mayor to represent you, think carefully. We need people who are passionate about our environment, put residents first… and – crucially – we need elected representatives who understand where public money is coming from and where it is going.
I hope I can earn your trust as someone who takes this role seriously on behalf of all ratepayers.
Tourism Noosa continues its efforts to strengthen tourism engagement and enhance market presence through strategic initiatives aimed at connecting with key industry trade partners and media.
Two recent activities highlight the organisation’s commitment to fostering relationships within the travel industry.
Last week, Tourism Noosa’s Trade and Business events manager, Vynka Hutton, visited New Zealand as part of the Queensland is Calling trade roadshow.
Joining forces with Tourism and Events Queensland and 44 other tourism businesses, the roadshow aimed to reinvigorate the New Zealand market, which remains one of Noosa’s top three priority international markets.
The roadshow capitalised on the growing interest among Kiwi travellers in Australian beaches, coastal experiences, and family holidays, as well as the rising demand for food-related experiences and premium travel options.
Recent visitor data for Queensland reflects a significant increase in tourism spend by New Zealanders, reaching $581.4 million—an impressive surge of 128 per cent compared to 2019. This surge is accompanied by a notable shift towards four and five-star properties, with an average length of stay of eight nights.
With New Zealanders increasingly seeking meaningful engagement with destinations, Queensland emerges as an appealing choice, offering a diverse range of experiences and attractions.
The Queensland is Calling trade roadshow visited Auckland and Christchurch and was a crucial platform for Tourism Noosa and its partners to engage with media outlets, wholesale partners, retail travel agents, and other key stakeholders. Together withTourism Noosa members including Culgoa Point, Noosa Blue Resort, Noosa Lakes Resort, Aquaduck Sunshine
Coast, Tasman Venture, Accor Group, Narrows Escape Rainforest Retreat, and SeaLink, Tourism Noosa showcased the region’s unique offerings and hospitality to the New Zealand market.
Tourism Noosa’s communications manager, Susan Ewington, also recently represented the region at International Media Marketplace in Sydney. The event, presented by TravMedia, is one of Australia’s leading events bringing together the travel industry and media with the opportunity to update them on the latest travel news from Noosa.
Tourism Noosa chief executive officer Sharon Raguse said “As we navigate the evolving landscape of travel and tourism, fostering strong relationships with media and industry partners remains a key priority.”
“We are committed to positioning Noosa as a premier destination that offers unparalleled experiences and hospitality, and initiatives like International Media Marketplace and the Queensland is Calling trade roadshow play a pivotal role in achieving this goal.”
In the realm of fine jewellery, there exists a profound symbiosis between craftsmanship, inspiration, and symbolism.
The Omaya Collection, born from the creative synergy of Paul and Bridie Minzenmay, stands as a testament to this intricate dance. Inspired by the interconnection of all things, this collection weaves a narrative of rebirth, spiritual growth, and collective intelligence.
At its heart lies the serpent, a timeless symbol of renewal and transformation.
Within the Omaya Collection, the serpent embodies the eternal cycle of life, serving as a potent reminder of our capacity for growth and evolution.
Paul’s masterful handsets each diamond with meticulous care, adorning the serpent with a pave setting that shimmers with undeniable allure. The natural emeralds, delicately placed as eyes, speak to the collection’s reverence for nature’s inherent wisdom and beauty.
Yet, the Omaya Collection extends beyond the serpent’s embrace, embracing the essence of the flower as a symbol of connection and collective intelligence. Handmade by Paul, and showcasing an Australian Argyle Diamond centrepiece, each piece within this collection is a tribute to the inherent interconnectedness of all living things, celebrating the harmony found within the natural world.
As wearers adorn themselves with these exquisite creations, they become part of a larger narrative — a story that transcends individuality and celebrates the universal truths that bind us all.
Argyle flower.
The Omaya Collection serves as a beacon of hope, reminding us of our shared journey and the transformative power of unity.
Anthony Flanagan
In response to Anthony Flanagan from Noosaville regarding the so called “eyesore” and “gross misuse of green space” he mentions.
Perhaps Anthony could take up his issue with the hard working tradies, who were not only told to park there, but are building more medical facilities for the shire.
They are currently employed on the building site located on the Goodchap Street and Eumundi Noosa Road roundabout, where there is limited parking.
Thank you too Anthony, for sending the photos of their cars to the paper - (my husband’s car is one of those).
Rest assured, they’re not selling prawns or peddling their wares - god forbid.
I’m sure if they are doing the wrong thing, they’ll be notified by the appropriate authorities.
Janine Searl
A pressing question should be uppermost in the minds of the new Noosa mayor and councillors after the 16 March election – how to tackle the inescapable traffic problems that are making the renowned Noosa lifestyle more inconvenient, more stressful and more environmentally damaging.
Those three impacts combine almost every day in gridlock outside schools, at congested tourist hotspots and on the choked motorways that funnel increasing numbers of visitors into our shire.
Our local Greens branch surveyed all candidates in the coming Noosa Council elections, posing just one simple but vital question: if elected, what specific initiatives will you advocate to reduce overall emissions from private motor vehicle travel – by locals and visitors - in Noosa Shire? Almost all candidates replied.
Their responses were notable for three interwoven themes: that existing private motor
vehicle travel is a serious problem; that most candidates are aware of creative, effective solutions; but that there are obvious obstacles to implementing those solutions.
Most impressive were the candidates who advocated ‘integrated, systemic’ solutions that address the big picture. They talked, as expected, about the uptake of EVs, but also about strategies to reduce our everyday dependence on private cars, to make public transport fast, frequent and free, and to make walking and cycling simple and safe. Experts label these initiatives ‘modal shift’ – changing the way a society thinks about moving.
Candidates described networks of small electric buses; enhanced bikeways and walking paths; shuttle buses from strategic car parking locations. Some went further into issues of urban planning and neighbourhood design: not just how we travel, but how we live, work and play.
Importantly, some candidates reminded us
that Noosa Shire extends way beyond Hastings Street and Gympie Terrace! They emphasised the special needs of residents in the semi-rural areas and in the string of delightful villages in the hinterland. Modal shifts will prove more difficult in those places.
If candidates who are successful on 16 March bring their knowledge - and their passion – to the Council chamber, perhaps we’ll see more ambitious and imaginative solutions to the multi-faceted challenge of ‘moving our people’.
But they’ll also have to address an‘elephant in the room’ – the fact that integrated, systemic solutions often lie beyond Council, in the policies and practices of the State and federal governments. Creative solutions will require cooperation across all three levels.
On balance, our Greens survey suggests ‘guarded optimism’.
Brian Hoepper Spokesperson
Noosa, Hinterland and Gympie branch
The Queensland Greens Matildas are the best
Early January I wrote complaining of not enough Womens Soccer was being televised. I also made mention of Michelle Heyman who later over that weekend scored a 100th goal. A record inWomen’s Soccer.
That weekend a game between Western United and Sydney FC was Televised and Michelle did score her 100th goal.
I then apologised for jumping the gun.
Well we never got to see any more of our Women’s Soccer games until the Matildas played and beat Uzbekistan in their own Country 3.0 in freezing conditions for a place in the Paris Olympics. The Matildas were without a few of their main players and were lucky to walk away winners. Any excuse of bitterly cold or hot conditions is something every International Athlete now has to contend with in nearly every Sport.
Wednesday 28 February in Melbourne with a sell out crowd the Matildas beat Uzbekistan 10.0.
Michelle Heyman now 35 years of age who hadn’t played for the Matildas since 2016 scored 2 goals
In under 5 minutes and went on to score another 2 before half time and then took no further part in the game giving other players time on the field.
The Matildas now get the opportunity to win an Olympic Gold Medal.
I realise it’s LeapYear and Ladies get the opportunity to ask the question.
Well our Matildas definitely didn’t miss the opportunity on February 28 and deservedly earned the answer of a bigYES.
YOU ARE THE BEST.
They need and deserve more opportunities to rally support by TV coverage of the weekly games the teams they play for.
When the Olympics in Paris are being played they will have earned every accolade Australia can give them.
All 18 of the chosen squad are Taylor Swifts on their day.
Ernest Wright, Tewantin
Perhaps Thomas Draper should have waited for the Destination Management Plan before putting in so much work on solving the problem of how to pack as many people into the beach precinct as possible. He might also take a look at the site he is proposing for a 600 car garage, related services, and bus station, because it’s in Girraween Nature Reserve. It’s not just in Girraween Nature Reserve it’s also right next to the headwaters of Burgess Creek.We already have enough issues with what flows into the Creek and out to the beach, without adding a lot more. The people of Noosa value their conservation land. It’s preposterous to suggest we should give it up to build a parking lot for day trippers.
Judy Barrass
Noosa Heads
Pity the nation whose people are sheep, and whose shepherds mislead them.
Pity the nation whose leaders are liars, whose sages are silenced, and whose bigots haunt the airwaves.
Pity the nation that raises not its voice, except to praise conquerors and acclaim the bully as hero and aims to rule the world with force and by torture.
Pity the nation that knows no other language but its own and no other culture but its own.
Pity the nation whose breath is money and sleeps the sleep of the too well fed.
Pity the nation — oh, pity the people who allow their rights to erode and their freedoms to be washed away.
My country, tears of thee, sweet land of liberty.
Lawrence Ferlinghetti 1919-2021
Brian Ford Noosa Heads
Regarding the letter from Anthony Flanagan regarding the unofficial car park at the corner of Goodchap and Eumundi Noosa Road.
A very interesting example of how an issue can be seen from two very different perspectives. My thoughts when passing this site, are what a great area to create a new council carpark. I’ve wondered whether council might concrete and linemark the area and give it an official entry point. It isn’t Green space as such, having no trees . It would provide overflow parking for school events, staff parking for the hospital and businesses along Eumundi Rd, and extra parking for the medical centre that’s being currently expanded. Also extra parking for the visitors to all the new units popping up along that stretch, and the community facilities at the adjacent Leisure Centre.There are still trees and a pleasant walkway behind the carpark area, and perhaps a green screen could be added along the road edge. This parking is obviously needed with the yellow line mentality making car parks harder to find in the area.
The peddling of wares I possibly agree with but think is tolerable on weekends, and I think the word eyesore is going a bit far. We all drive and need to park and this area obviously is a place where people need to be. So yes different opinions on that one.
Vicki Vale NoosavilleThe
Revised
public ‘Loggerhead Standard 5 Star’ Hotel and 1,500 seat ‘Loggerhead Convention and Entertainment Centre’.
Australian Hotel Standard is maximum 5 Star. For 7 star comparison see Galleria VIK Milan, SGS Geneva certified.
There is only one place in Noosa CBD where the SGS requirements can be met. Five 7 Star suites should be placed on top of the Loggerhead carapace.
Employing the aboriginal theme, the fit-out should include sculpture, paintings and mosaics and be the epitome of opulence.
The biggest 7 Star suite could encompass 650 square metres. To book the best suite in 2024, price $25,000 per night. The other suites are from $2,500 per night.
In 7 star, the client makes the rules and eats what he or she wants when they want. The client also gets a personal chef and an Italian butler. Totally private. What happens inside stays inside. Security 24/7.
To book in to the 7 star hotel you would have to book a suite.
The total number of hotel rooms should be about 600 with more rooms than suites in 5 star.
Hastings Street chefs are waiting ‘in the wings’ to be sent to Italy for training as 7 star chefs. (See drawing TDP-0055) A separate wing of the building should accommodate staff, kitchens and staff parking.
The convention and entertainment centre should compare in capacity with the Joan Sutherland Centre at the Sydney Opera House with orchestra pit for 70 musicians, stage with extensive fly system and flexible staging.
Approx. 600 seats would be retractable, for events like corporate dinners or balls.
The location of the 7 hectare development requires, it would seem, a land transfer. It is an ugly blot on the landscape just within the border of the National Park.
It has been 72 years since the Noosa Hill (Prospect Hill rock quarry), closed. No renovation since a poor job in 1952.
It would be beneficial to all concerned if the plot was re-designated as Council land and an adjacent 7 hectares of Council land on the south-west side of the lookout, the southern part of Yunnaman Reserve adjacent to Peppers, was declared National Park as a swap.
Defined in drawing TDP-0045 are details of the swap and Hotel connectivity to Hastings Street.
The quarry site could then be sold by the Council to an international developer.
The outcome would give the lookout area more significance through environmentally sensitive landscaping and parking for Laguna Lookout tourist coaches.
Bronze busts on masonry plinths of Dr Arthur Harold (dec.) and Cecily Fearnley (dec.) suggested for the Lookout.
Economic sustainability of high value Hastings Street retail without wealthy discerning passing trade is for the most part impossible. This proposal should deliver.
That’s it folks. Keep an eye out for ‘The Draper Project’ Concept 5 next week.
Noosa Civic
Centre is thrilled to announce the return of the highly anticipated Skateboard Holiday Fun promotion with renowned local Chiggy’s Skateboarding. Back by popular demand, the learn-toskate workshops are set to add a dash of excitement to these upcoming school holidays.
Event details:
· Dates: Tuesday 2 April – Friday 12 April (excluding weekends) Times: 10am – 2pm (halfhour sessions).
· Cost: $5 per session.
· Location: Noosa Civic Shopping Centre.
Young skaters of all ages and abilities are invited to join the workshops, where they will gain confidence, skills, and determination in a safe and supportive environment. The sessions, conducted by professional coaches, promise an engaging and fun-filled experience for participants.
As an added bonus, each workshop attendee will have the chance to win exciting giveaways, including skateboards and other cool merchandise. To secure a spot, bookings are essential. Over the course of nine days, 1080 spots are available, with eight half hour sessions a day, and just 15 children per session. These spots are set to book out fast, so don’t delay.
Easter Bunny extravaganza
In an extra special treat for families, the Easter Bunny will be joining the festivities on Saturday 30 March, from 10am to 2pm. Easter Bunny will be spreading joy throughout the centre, handing out special gifts to shoppers of all ages. Don’t miss this opportunity to capture memorable moments with the Easter Bunny at Noosa Civic Shopping Centre. Skater word hunt
For those looking to add an extra layer of fun to their visit, Noosa Civic is hosting a SkaterWord Hunt from 2-14 April. Participants can pick up a word hunt sheet at the Centre and embark on
Young skaters of all ages and abilities are invited to join the workshops.
a journey to spell out the mystery word. Completed forms can be entered into the draw for a chance to win a skater prize pack valued. Drop your entry into the competition box located next to Priceline.
Plus, Noosa Today and Noosa Civic are running an Easter competition for kids to win a
$300 Easter prize for colouring in the picture featured in Noosa Today.
The works of art can be delivered into Noosa Civic Shopping Centre management during office hours. They will be displayed during the holidays at Chiggy’s workshop.
Don’t miss the highly anticipated Skateboard Holiday Fun workshop with renowned local Chiggy’s Skateboarding.
In an extra special treat for families, the Easter Bunny will be joining the festivities on Saturday 30 March.
Don’t miss out on the Skateboard Holiday Fun and Easter Delights – a perfect blend of skill-building and holiday joy for the whole family. Join us at Noosa Civic Shopping Centre for an unforgettable experience!
For more information, visit Noosacivic. com.au
ODYSSEUS RETURNS
SBS, Sunday, 8.20pm
Born again: Kiwi Thomasin McKenzie stars in existential drama LifeAfterLife
ABC TV, Saturday, 7.30pm
British novelist Kate Atkinson’s sweeping novel is lovingly adapted into a poetic four-part series, led by luminous Kiwi Thomasin McKenzie (TotallyCompletelyFine). Narrated by Lesley Manville and also starring Fleabag’s Sian Clifford and Killing Eve’s Sean Delaney, it’s a beautifully haunting tale that glides into the depths of life’s greatest questions, anchored by its stellar performances and moody soundtrack. That feeling of déjà vu is given a mind-bending sense of meaning through the story of Ursula Todd. Born in 1910 and strangled by her umbilical cord, her existence is reborn again and again, leaving her with a strange feeling of memories she can’t grasp. Faithfully retold, it’s a fantastical journey that lingers after the final scene.
THE OSCARS
Seven, Monday, 10am (encore 8.30pm)
“I always dreamed of hosting the Oscars exactly four times,” joked comedian Jimmy Kimmel (pictured) when he was announced as the emcee of these showy movie awards. Apparently, the excitement with Barbiealso convinced him to front up for the tough gig again, which is renowned for its dazzling red carpet outfits as much as lulling its nominees into a sleep-like state with it stretching to around four hours. Aussie Margot Robbie’s stirring performance as the iconic doll isn’t nominated, but it’s up for Best Picture along with Oppenheimer, PoorThings, Maestroand KillersoftheFlowerMoon
DOUBLE PARKED
ABC TV Plus, Tuesday, 9.45pm
Greek mythology has bestowed humanity some of its most striking tales of power and morality, which have lived on for thousands of years. In this fascinating, attractively shot two-part doco, could a curious Greek politician threaten to splinter an ancient tale from fiction to fact? King Odysseus, the genius from Homer’s epic poem Odysseywho built the fabled Trojan Horse, is accepted as a mythical figure. But, back in 1991, Makis Metaxas (pictured) found an ancient tomb in Kefalonia that he claimed was Odysseus’s. Following controversy and political uproar, Metaxas’s buried story is now finally revealed, featuring archeologist Lazaros Kolonas going on record with what he found at the site.
Friday, March 8
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News
Mornings. 10.00 Planet America. (R) 10.30
That Pacific Sports Show. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.
1.00 Silent Witness. (Ma, R)
2.00 House Of Gods. (PGl, R)
3.00 The Cook And The Chef. (R)
3.25 Tenable. (R)
4.15 Antiques Roadshow. (PG, R)
5.10 Grand Designs. (PG, R)
6.00
6.30
7.30
Moloney visits a permaculture garden.
8.30 Midsomer Murders. (Final, Mav)
Part 4 of 4. When a Texas oilman buys the entire village of Goodman’s Land, a string of grisly murders occur.
10.00 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
10.30 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (R)
11.05 ABC Late News.
11.20 Joanna Lumley’s Great Cities
Of The World. (Final, PG, R)
12.05 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 12.55 Belgravia. (PG, R) 1.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 9.10 Woman With
Gloria Steinem. (PGa, R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir. 1.00 PBS NewsHour. 2.00 Entanglement. 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30
The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. (R) 4.00 I Want
To Make A Film About Women. (PG, R) 4.10 Light Years: Olive Cotton. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 The Good Ship Murder. (Mav)
8.25 Endurance: Race The Pole: The Nimrod Expedition 1907-1909.
9.20 Queens That Changed The World: Queen Who Would Be King – The Hatshepsut. (Ms)
10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 Departure. (Mav) 11.35 Sex And Sensibility. (MA15+ans, R) 12.25 A Way Of Seeing. (R) 12.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Paris-Nice Race. Stage 6. 2.50 Exit. (MA15+dl, R) 3.45 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG, R) 4.45 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SEVEN (7)
6.00
11.30
IVF is given the funny treatment in this spirited Kiwi comedy. It stars the beguiling Madeline Sami – who won over fans with her hilariously over-thetop performance as a beer-swilling, Hawaiian shirt-wearing cop in the hit Deadloch Prebble (pictured, right, with Sami) as a same-sex couple going through the rounds of IVF. After years of disappointment, the pair are gobsmacked when they discover they are both accidentally pregnant at the same time. Tonight, Nat and Steph wrangle over who should go back to work and who should stay at home. There have been some rather twee moments, but this comical setup delivers some welcome belly laughs.
TEN (5, 1) NINE (8, 9)
Fields. (2021, PG, Greek) 5.00 Paris Can Wait. (2016, PG) 6.45 Weekend At Bernie’s. (1989, PG) 8.30 Pulp Fiction. (1994, MA15+) 11.15 Hive. (2021, M, Albanian) 12.50am 13 Assassins. (2010, MA15+, Japanese)
3.10 Fargo. (1996, MA15+) 5.00 Alone In Space. (2018, PG, Swedish)
6.00 Seven Local News.
6.30 Seven News.
6.40 Football. AFL. Opening Round. Brisbane Lions v Carlton.
9.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game.
10.15 Armchair Experts. (Return, M) A panel discusses all things AFL.
11.00 Get On Extra. A look at the weekend’s best racing.
11.30 To Be Advised.
1.30 The Arrangement. (Mav, R)
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
5.00 NBC Today.
6.00 9News. 7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 1. Melbourne Storm v Penrith Panthers.
8.55 Golden Point. A wrap-up of the Melbourne Storm versus Penrith Panthers match, with news and analysis.
9.45 MOVIE: Lethal Weapon. (1987, Mdlv, R) Two detectives pursue drug traffickers. Mel Gibson, Danny Glover.
12.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.00 Pointless. (PG, R)
2.00 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (M, R)
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)
6.00 Deal Or No Deal.
Hosted by Grant Denyer.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news.
7.30 Ready Steady Cook. (Return)
Hosted by Miguel Maestre.
8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (PGls, R) Graham Norton is joined by Grammy-winning rapper Diddy, actors Ashley Jensen and George Mackay, TV show hosts Chris and Rosie Ramsey and English singer Jessie Ware.
10.30 Fire Country. (Mv, R) A difficult rescue goes awry.
11.30 The Project. (R)
12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R)
6am The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. 7.00 Becker. 8.00 NBL Slam. 8.30 The Middle. 10.00 So Help Me Todd. 11.00 Becker. Noon Frasier. 1.00 Two And A Half Men. 2.00 The Big Bang Theory. 3.00 The King Of Queens. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Becker. 5.30 Frasier. 6.30 The Big Bang Theory. 8.30 Basketball. NBL. 10.30 Two And A Half Men. 11.30 Frasier. Midnight Home Shopping. 1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. 2.30 Just For Laughs. 3.30 The Bold
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast.
9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.
12.30 Death In Paradise. (PGa, R) 1.30 A Life
In Ten Pictures. (Ml, R) 2.35 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R)
3.05 Extraordinary Escapes. (PG, R)
3.55 Universe With Brian Cox. (R)
4.55 Better Date Than Never. (R)
5.30 Landline. (R)
6.00 Australian Story: Driven – Minjee And Min Woo Lee. (R) Presented by Leigh Sales.
6.30 Back Roads: East Arnhem Land, NT Pt 1. (PG, R) Rae Johnston visits Arnhem Land.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Miniseries: Life After Life. (Mas) Part 1 of 4. A woman living in the first half of the 20th century experiences an endless cycle of birth, death and rebirth.
8.25 Endeavour. (Mav, R) Part 3 of 3. Thursday discovers that Endeavour’s problems are greater than anybody could have suspected.
9.55 House Of Gods. (Ml, R) A man vies to lead his mosque.
10.50 Midsomer Murders.
(Mav, R) Part 4 of 4.
12.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
ABC TV PLUS (22)
6am Children’s Programs. 7.05pm Karma’s World. 7.20 Bluey.
7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 QI. 8.30 Live At The Apollo.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.10 Vintage
Voltage. (Ml) 11.00 The Story Of Ramadan. (R)
12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Cycling. UCI Women’s World Tour. Strade Bianche Women. Highlights. 3.00 Gymnastics. Trampoline World Cup Series. Highlights. 4.00 Joyful. (PG, R) 4.10
Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PGa, R)
5.05 Where Are You Really From? (PG, R) 5.35
WWII Women On The Frontline.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Britain’s Most Beautiful Road. (PG) Part 1 of 4.
8.25 Scotland’s Scenic Railways: East Fife Railway. At Leven in Fife, preparations are underway for the latest addition to Scotland’s rail network.
9.20 The Wonders Of Europe: The Acropolis, The Masterpiece Of Pericles. (PGav, R) Part 3 of 4.
10.25 Those Who Stayed. (Ml)
11.05 The City Of Art. (Mln, R)
11.25 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Paris-Nice Race. Stage 7.
1.25 Face To Face. (Ma, R) 2.25 Exit. (MA15+adv, R) 3.20 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG, R) 4.20 Bamay. (R) 4.45
Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (PGaw, R) 5.00 NHK World English News
Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6am WorldWatch.
10.00 The Movie Show. 12.05pm Gymnastics. FIG Artistic World Cup. Individual apparatus. Replay. 2.05 Every Family Has A Secret. 3.10 Lee Lin Chin’s Fashionista. 3.20 WorldWatch. 6.00 Food That Built The World. 7.35 Impossible Engineering. 8.30
MOVIE: The Quick And The Dead. (1995, MA15+)
10.30 Better Things. 11.25 We Are Who We Are. 1.30am The X-Files. 3.20 Late Programs.
SEVEN (7)
6.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs.
7.00 Weekend Sunrise. The latest news, sport and weather.
10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) Highlights from the past week.
11.00 Horse Racing. Randwick Guineas Day and Flemington’s Super Saturday.
3.00 Football. AFL. Opening Round. Gold Coast Suns v Richmond.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) A convicted drug smuggler returns to Australia.
7.30 MOVIE: Battle Los Angeles. (2011, Mlv, R) After alien invaders set their sights on Los Angeles, a recently retired marine sergeant returns to duty. Aaron Eckhart, Michelle Rodriguez.
9.55 MOVIE: Unhinged. (2020, MA15+alv, R) After a minor traffic altercation, a psychotic man becomes obsessed with making a young woman’s life a living hell. Russell Crowe, Caren Pistorius.
11.40 The Irrational. (Mav, R) A professor investigates a murder.
1.35 The Arrangement. (Mav, R)
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Get Clever. (R)
5.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa, R)
7TWO (72)
6am Home Shopping. 8.30 Travel Oz. 10.00 Harry’s Practice. 10.30 Get On Extra. 11.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Noon Escape To The Country. 1.00 House Of Wellness.
2.00 Escape To The Country. 3.00 Horse Racing. Randwick Guineas Day and Flemington’s Super Saturday. 5.00 Bargain Hunt. 6.00 Heathrow. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Hello SA. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Great Australian Detour. (R) 12.30 My Way. (PG, R) 1.00 MOVIE: Emma. (2020, PGan) Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn, Bill Nighy. 3.30 Renovate Or Rebuild.
4.30 The Garden Gurus.
5.00 9News First At Five.
5.30 Getaway. (PG)
6.00 9News Saturday.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Space Invaders. (PGa) Experts help people declutter their lives.
8.30 MOVIE: Spectre. (2015, Mv, R)
A cryptic message from James Bond’s past sends him on a trail of a sinister organisation. Daniel Craig, Christoph Waltz, Léa Seydoux.
11.25 MOVIE: Danny Collins. (2015, Madln, R) An aging rocker changes his life. Al Pacino.
1.35 The Garden Gurus. (R)
2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)
2.30 Getaway. (PG, R)
3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
6am Morning Programs.
10.00 Helping Hands. 10.30 MOVIE: The Floating Dutchman. (1952, PG) 12.05pm MOVIE: Don’t Bother To Knock. (1961, PG) 2.00 MOVIE: Clambake. (1967)
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Tough Tested. (R) 10.00 Australia By Design: Architecture. (R) 10.30 Farm To Fork. (R) 11.00 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 11.20 Australian Survivor. (R) 12.30 Silvia’s Italian Masterclass. 1.00 All 4 Adventure. (PGl, R) 2.00 Wildlife Rescue. (PGm, R) 3.00 What’s Up Down Under. 3.30 GCBC. (R) 4.00 My Market Kitchen. 4.30 Taste Of Aust. (R) 5.00 News.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R)
Hosted by Grant Denyer.
6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Mark Coles Smith.
7.30 The Dog House. A man is hoping to find a best friend.
8.30 Ambulance Australia. (Ma, R) Follows NSW Ambulance on the longest night of the year, the end of daylight saving, as they deal with a diabetic coma, a rescue from a burning car, a child in anaphylaxis, and an explosion in Chinatown.
9.30 Ambulance UK. (Mad, R) An asylum seeker struggling with isolation causes concern for the whole service.
10.30 So Help Me Todd. (PGa, R) A wrongful termination case is investigated.
11.30 FBI: International. (Mv, R)
12.30 Home Shopping. (R)
5.00 Hour Of Power.
6am The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. 7.00 The King Of Queens. 8.00 Becker. 9.00 Neighbours. 11.00 Farm To Fork. 11.30 The King Of Queens. 12.30pm Australian Survivor. 3.10 Becker. 4.10 Frasier. 5.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.00 The Big Bang Theory. 10.30 Friends. Midnight Home Shopping. 1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. 2.30 South Park. 4.30 Home Shopping.
1.35pm
6am
7MATE (74) 6am
Alone In Space. Continued. (2018, PG, Swedish)
6.30 Weekend At Bernie’s. (1989, PG) 8.20 Paris Can Wait. (2016, PG) 10.00 A Star Is Born. (1976, M) 12.35pm Jasper Jones. (2017, M) 2.30 The Big Steal. (1990, PG) 4.25 Dr Knock. (2017, PG, French)
6.30 The Man Who Knew Infinity. (2015, PG) 8.30 A Beautiful Mind. (2001, M) 11.00 Fidelity. (2019, MA15+, Russian) 12.30am Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 1pm Blokesworld. 1.30 Bossy’s Bucket List. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 Boating. Austn V8 Superboats C’ship. Replay. 4.00 Supercar Customiser: Yianni. 5.00 Storage Wars: NY. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 Football. AFL. Opening Round. GWS Giants v Collingwood. 9.30 AFL Post-Game Show. 10.00 MOVIE: Total Recall. (1990, MA15+) 12.25am Late Programs.
6am Children’s Programs.
1.30pm To Be Advised. 4.00 Motor Racing. FIA World Endurance C’ship. Qatar 1812 km. H’lights. 5.05 Kenan. 5.35 MOVIE: Evan Almighty. (2007) 7.30 MOVIE: Legally Blonde. (2001, PG) 9.30 MOVIE: Bad Moms. (2016, MA15+) 11.30 Dating No Filter. Midnight Made In Chelsea. 2.00 Rich House, Poor House. 3.00 Teen Titans Go! 3.30 Beyblade Burst: Quad Drive. 4.00 Late Programs.
Escape Fishing With ET. 5.30 Bondi Rescue. 6.00 Soccer. A-League Men. Round 20. Adelaide United v Melbourne Victory. 9.15 NCIS. 10.15 NCIS: Los Angeles. 12.05am FBI: Most Wanted. 2.00 48 Hours. 3.00 JAG. 5.00 Home Shopping.
6.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame: Dr Harry Cooper. (PG, R)
6.30 Compass: “Welcome To Gayrabia” With Patrick Abboud. (PG)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Death In Paradise. (PG) The team joins Naomi in Saint Barnabas.
8.30 House Of Gods. (Ml) Ramadan sees large donations come into the mosque, solving Isa’s immediate cash flow problems.
9.30 Silent Witness. (Mal, R) An investigative journalist is found dead.
11.25 Harrow. (Mav, R)
12.20 Significant Others. (MA15+s, R)
1.10 Sanditon. (Final, PG, R)
2.00 Rage Vault. (MA15+adhlnsv)
4.00 Catalyst. (R)
5.00 Insiders. (R)
Friday,
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Mystery Of The Puzzling Pyramids Egypt. (PGa) Explores the pyramids of Egypt.
8.20 Odysseus Returns. (PG) Part 1 of 2. Takes a look at claims that the tomb of King Odysseus of Ithaca has been discovered.
10.20 The Day The Rock Star Died: Buddy Holly.
10.50 Mother Tongue. (R)
11.05 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Paris-Nice Race. Final stage. 1.05 Coastal Ireland With Adrian Dunbar. (PGa, R)
2.55 Chernobyl: The New Evidence. (PGa, R)
3.50 21 Kids And Counting. (PGal, R) 4.45 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.
6am
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Australian Idol. (PGl) Hosted by Ricki-Lee and Scott Tweedie.
8.30 Why Planes Vanish: The Hunt For MH370. (PGa) An in-depth look at Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 which disappeared on 8 March 2014.
9.50 What The Killer Did Next: Sabina Nessa. (Mav) Hosted by Philip Glenister.
10.50 Soham: Catching A Killer. (Mav) Part 3 of 3.
11.50 Autopsy USA: Dana Plato. (Mad)
12.50 MOVIE: Jesse Stone: Stone Cold. (2005, Masv, R) Tom Selleck.
3.00 Home Shopping. (R)
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 9News Sunday.
7.00 Married At First Sight. (PGls) It is time for a commitment ceremony.
8.45 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.
9.45 9News Late.
10.15 Married To A Psychopath. (Mav) Takes a look at the search for Malcolm Webster.
11.15 The First 48: Bad Lick And Red Dawn. (Ma, R)
12.05 Family Law. (Ma, R)
12.55 Building Icons.
2.05 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (Ms, R)
3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 Fishing Australia. (R) 5.00 9News Early. 5.30 Today.
News.
6.30 The Sunday Project. Joins panellists for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.
7.30 Australian Survivor. A group of Australian castaways battles it out on the beaches of Samoa as they vie to become the sole survivor.
9.00 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv, R) When Jesse sets out for a day sailing with his daughter, pirates seize their yacht, take the passengers hostage and attack him, leaving it up to his team to quickly find and rescue his daughter.
11.00 The Sunday Project. (R) Joins panellists for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.
12.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 CBS Mornings. Morning news and talk show.
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News
Mornings. 10.00 Landline. (R) 11.00 Antiques
Roadshow. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.
1.00 Vera. (Mav, R)
2.30 Back Roads. (R)
3.00 The Cook And The Chef. (R)
3.30 Tenable. (R)
4.15 Antiques Roadshow. (PG, R)
5.15 Grand Designs. (PG, R)
6.00 Back Roads: Tenterfield, NSW. (R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.
8.00 Australian Story. Presented by Leigh Sales.
8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program exposing scandals, firing debate and confronting taboos.
9.15 Media Watch. (PG)
Hosted by Paul Barry.
9.35 Q+A. Presented by Patricia Karvelas.
10.35 ABC Late News.
10.50 The Business. (R)
11.10 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (R)
11.40 Planet America. (R)
12.15 Grand Designs. (PG, R)
1.00 Tenable. (R) 1.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
4.30 Catalyst. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
NITV (34)
PG) 11.45 Late Programs.
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Peer To Peer. (R) 9.30
Make Me A Dealer. (R) 10.20 Kew Gardens:
Season By Season. 11.10 Food Markets: In The
Belly Of The City. (R) 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.10
Death Of The Pyramids. (R) 3.00 Mastermind
Aust. (R) 3.30 The Point: Road To Referendum
History Bites. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05
The Swap. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30
Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R) Presented by Marc Fennell.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Finding Your Roots: Far From Home. (PG) Hosted by Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
8.30 The 2010s: Trump – The Disruptor. (Ma) Revisits the phenomenon of both the Donald Trump candidacy and presidency.
9.20 24 Hours In Emergency: Where There’s A Will… (M) A 15-year-old is rushed to St George’s after going over the handlebars of his bike.
10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 Blanca. (Malv)
11.40 Silent Road. (Ma)
3.30 22 Kids And Counting. (R)
4.25 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6am WorldWatch.
9.30 Small Business Secrets. 10.05 The Movie Show. 12.10pm WorldWatch. 12.40 Maddy The Model. 1.50 Insight. 2.50 The Ice Cream Show. 3.20 WorldWatch. 6.15 Brooklyn Nine-Nine. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Taskmaster. 9.25 Ten Year Old Tom. (Premiere) 10.30 The Matchmakers. 11.30 Late Programs.
SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)
6am
Philadelphia. (1993, PG) 8.20 Complicity. (2018, PG, Japanese) 10.25 A Beautiful Mind. (2001, M) 1pm
SEVEN (7)
6.00 Sunrise.
9.30 Oscars Red Carpet. (PG)
10.00 The Oscars. (PGalv)
1.00 To Be Advised.
6.00 Seven Local News.
6.30 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGad)
7.30 Australian Idol. (PGl) A nationwide search for the next singing superstar continues with the top 8 performers.
8.30 The Oscars. (PGalv, R) A ceremony honouring achievements in filmmaking over the past year, from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Films nominated for Best Picture include Oppenheimer, Barbie, PoorThingsand KillersoftheFlower Moon. Hosted by Jimmy Kimmel.
12.00 MOVIE: Someone Is Watching. (2000, Mlv, R) A family’s home seems haunted. Stefanie Powers, Mickey Toft.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs.
5.00 Seven Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
9.00
TEN (5, 1) NINE (8, 9)
6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 Ent. Tonight. (R)
GCBC. (R) 9.00 Bold. (PGds, R) 9.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 10.00 Farm To Fork. (R)
10.30 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 11.00 Dr Phil. (PGa, R) 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Ent. Tonight. 1.30 Australian Survivor. (R) 3.00 Farm To Fork. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon.
4.00 Neighbours. (PGa) 4.30 Bold. (PGads) 5.00 News.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal.
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Married At First Sight. (Mls)
It’s time for Feedback Week.
9.00 Big Miracles. (Mam) Follows a new group of hopefuls on their journey to becoming parents with the help of IVF.
10.00 100% Footy. (Return, M) Features the latest rugby league news.
11.00 9News Late.
11.30 Court Cam. (Mav, R)
12.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
12.55 Pointless. (PG, R)
1.45 Hello SA. (PG) 2.15 Talking Honey. (PG, R)
2.30 Global Shop. (R)
TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
A Current Affair. (R)
9GEM
6am Morning Programs.
Hosted by Grant Denyer.
6.30 The Project. The hosts and guest panellists take a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.
7.30 Australian Survivor. A group of Australian castaways battles it out on the beaches of Samoa as they vie to become the sole survivor.
8.40 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv, R)
The team hunts for a young man who used napalm-style bombs to attack his targets. With Tali away from home at boarding school, Jess and Sarah find themselves trying to adjust to life with an empty nest.
11.30 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news.
12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Hosted by Stephen Colbert. 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
PEACH
6am The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 The Middle. 11.00 Friends. Noon Ready Steady Cook. 1.00 The Big Bang Theory. 2.00 Charmed. 3.00 The King Of Queens. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Becker. 5.30 Frasier. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 The Big Bang Theory. 8.30 Two And A Half Men. 10.00 Rules Of Engagement. 11.00 Frasier. Midnight Shopping. 1.30 Stephen Colbert. 2.30 Late Programs.
6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Buy To Build. 8.30 All 4 Adventure. 9.30 Ready Steady Cook. 10.30 JAG. 12.30pm In The Dark. 1.30 NCIS. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 Bull. 8.30 NCIS. 10.20 NCIS: Los Angeles. 12.15am Home Shopping. 2.15 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 JAG.
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Tuesday, March 12
ABC TV (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7)
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News
Mornings. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 10.30 Kurt Fearnley’s One Plus One. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.20 Make Me A Dealer. (R) 10.10 Kew Gardens: Season By Season. 11.00 Food Markets: In The Belly Of The City. (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.10 The 2010s. (Ma, R) 3.00 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 Australian Idol. (PGl, R) 1.10 Surveillance Oz. (PG, R) 1.30 Coastwatch Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Psych. (Mlv, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R) 6.30 SBS World News.
Who Do You Think You Are? Jodie Whittaker. (PGa, R)
Insight. Presented by Kumi
Taguchi. 9.30
British
Too Late. (Malv)
Clyde. (MA15+v, R) 12.35
(81, 92) 9GO! (82, 93) TEN (5, 1) NINE (8, 9)
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Married At First Sight. (Mls, R) 1.30 Kenan. (PGals) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News.
7.30 Australian Survivor. A group of Australian castaways battles it out on the beaches of Samoa as they vie to become the sole survivor.
8.30 NCIS. (M, R) Gibbs and McGee head to Alaska as the team works to uncover the conspiracy behind the serial killer.
10.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (Mv, R) A CIA officer and three others are killed.
11.30 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news.
12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Hosted by Stephen Colbert.
1.30 Home Shopping. (R)
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Bold. (PGads, R) 9.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 10.00 Farm To Fork. (R) 10.30 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 11.00 Dr Phil. (PGa, R) 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Ent. Tonight. 1.20 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 1.50 Australian Survivor. (R) 3.00 Farm To Fork. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00 Neighbours. (PGa) 4.30 Bold. (PGads) 5.00 News. 6.00 Back Roads. (PG, R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads: East Arnhem Land, NT Pt 2. (PG) Rae Johnston continues her visit to Arnhem Land. 8.30 Better Date Than Never. Allycia gets ready for her first-ever date. 9.00 Whale With Steve Backshall: Ocean Voyagers. (PG) Part 3 of 4. 9.55 You Can’t Ask That: Cheaters. (Mal, R) 10.35 ABC Late News. 10.50 The Business. (R) 11.05 Four Corners. (R) 11.50 Q+A. (R) 12.55 Media Watch. (PG, R) 1.10 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 2.00 Tenable. (R) 2.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.30 Catalyst. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
SBS VICELAND (31)
WorldWatch.
News. 7.20 WorldWatch. 10.00 The Movie Show. 12.10pm WorldWatch. 12.40 Devoured. 1.30 The Tailings. 1.40 One Star Reviews. 2.10 Brooklyn Nine-Nine. 2.35 Cryptoland. 3.05 WorldWatch. 5.05 Joy Of Painting. 5.35 WorldWatch. 6.15 Brooklyn Nine-Nine. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.30 News. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Vikings: The Rise And Fall. (Premiere) 9.25 Late Programs. 6am Shopping. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Room For Improvement. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Animal Rescue. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 To Be Advised. 2.30 Feel Good Road Trips. 3.00 The Hotel Inspector. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.40 A Touch Of Frost. 10.55 Late Programs. 6am Seaway. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 Skippy. 8.00 TV Shop. 9.30 Newstyle Direct. 10.00 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Dr Quinn. 2.50 Antiques Roadshow. 3.20 MOVIE: The Rebel. (1961) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Agatha Christie’s Marple. 10.40 See No Evil. 11.40 Late Programs. 7TWO (72) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.05pm Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 9.15 Upstart Crow. 9.45 Double Parked. 10.05 Portlandia. 10.50 Back. 11.15 Would I Lie To You? 11.45 Unprotected Sets. 12.45am No Friend But The Mountains, A Voyage Through Song. 1.40 ABC News Update. 1.45 Close. 5.00 Clangers. 5.10 Kiddets. 5.25 Late Programs. ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Scorpion. 2.00 Bewitched. 2.30 Full House. 3.00 Seinfeld. 4.00 Family Ties. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 Raymond. 7.00 The Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: The Wolf Of Wall Street. (2013, MA15+) 12.10am Seinfeld. 1.10 Medium. 2.00 I Dream Of Jeannie. 2.30 Full House. 3.00 Bakugan: Evolutions. 3.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 American Pickers. 11.00 Pawn Stars. Noon Outback Opal Hunters. 1.00 Adventure Gold Diggers. 2.00 Frozen Gold. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Cities Of The Underworld. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Truckers. 9.30 Heavy Tow Truckers Down Under. 10.30 Ice Road Truckers. 11.30 Late Programs. 6am The Movie Show. 6.30 Comeback. (2015, M, Danish) 8.05 Asterix And Obelix: Mission Cleopatra. (2002, PG, French) 10.00 I’m Your Man. (2021, M, German) Noon Room. (2015, M) 2.15 Philadelphia. (1993, PG) 4.35 The Extraordinary Journey Of The Fakir. (2018, PG) 6.25 Charade. (1963, PG) 8.30 8 1/2. (1963, PG, Italian) 11.00 Fellinopolis. (2020, PG, Italian) 12.30am Late Programs. 7MATE (74) 6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm True North Calling. 2.00 Faboriginal. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 Indian Country Today News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 News. 6.50 Coastal Africa. 7.45 Wellington Paranormal. 8.40 Ice
PEACH
6am The Late Show With
Stephen Colbert. 7.00 Becker. 8.00 So Help Me Todd. 9.00 The King Of Queens. 10.00 Rules Of Engagement. 11.00 Becker. Noon Frasier. 1.00 The King Of Queens. 2.00 The Big Bang Theory. 3.00 Rules Of Engagement. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Becker. 5.30 Frasier. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 The Big Bang Theory. 8.30 Two And A Half Men. 10.00 Rules Of Engagement. 11.00 Late Programs.
BOLD
Cowboys. 9.30 Over The Black Dot. 10.15 Rugby League. English Super League. London Broncos v Wigan Warriors. Replay. 11.55 Late Programs.
6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Australia By Design: Innovations. 8.30 Diagnosis Murder. 9.30 Jake And The Fatman. 10.30 JAG. 12.30pm In The Dark. 1.30 NCIS. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 Bull. 9.25 FBI. 12.15am Home Shopping. 2.15 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 JAG.
Wednesday, March 13
ABC TV (2)
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News
Mornings. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 10.45 Q+A. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 National Press Club Address. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (R) 3.00 The Cook And The Chef. (R) 3.25 Tenable. (R)
4.15 Antiques Roadshow. (PG, R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30.
8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) Presented by Tom Gleeson.
8.30 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. A satirical news program.
9.05 This Is Going To Hurt. (MA15+as) Adam does his first shift at a posh private hospital.
9.50 Planet America.
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6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) Presented by Marc Fennell.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Australia’s Sleep Revolution. (PGa) Part 2 of 3.
8.30 Hidden Volcano Abyss. (Mal) Takes a look at the devastating 2022 eruption of Hunga Tonga–Hunga Ha’apai.
9.30 Kin. (MA15+lv) Bren’s chaos reaches an apex. The Turks sew their own discord. Anthony does the unthinkable.
10.30 SBS World News Late.
SEVEN (7) TEN (5, 1) NINE (8, 9)
6.00
Morning Show.
6.00 Seven Local News.
6.30 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PG)
7.30 The 1% Club. (PGls) Jim Jefferies hosts a game show where contestants must answer increasingly obscure questions.
8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Mick Molloy, Sam Pang and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.
9.30 Crime Investigation Australia: Kerry Whelan – Wife For Ransom. (Mav, R) Examines the 1997 kidnapping
Point. (PG)
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Married At First Sight. (Mls) Jack and Tori are in the firing line.
9.00 Under Investigation: The Good Snitch. (Mlv) Liz Hayes and her team of experts investigate the death of star witness Andrew Petrelis.
10.00 9News Late.
10.30 See No Evil: One Last Ride. (Mav) A look at 2011 double murder.
11.30 The Equalizer. (Mdv, R)
Australian Survivor. (R) 3.00 Farm To Fork. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00 Neighbours. (PGa) 4.30 Bold. (PGads) 5.00 News.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal.
Hosted by Grant Denyer.
6.30 The Project. The hosts and guest panellists take a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.
7.30 Ambulance Australia.
(Mad) NSW Ambulance crews race to a call for a slashed throat and perform life-saving CPR on teens.
Tenable. (R) 4.10 Antiques Roadshow. (PG, R)
Grand Designs. (R) Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News. First: Afternoon. 4.00 Neighbours. (PGa) 4.30 Bold. (PGads) 5.00 News. 6.00 Back Roads. (PG, R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson. 8.00 Foreign Correspondent. International affairs program.
8.30
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Bettany Hughes: Treasures of Oman. Bettany Hughes explores Oman.
8.30 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy: Piedmont. (PGl) Stanley Tucci visits Piedmont, a region with an illustrious past that made the dream of unified Italy a reality.
9.20 The Vanishing
Triangle. (Malv) Lisa’s article is leaked.
The Latest: Seven News. 11.00 The Amazing Race. (PG, R) Hosted by Phil Keoghan. 12.30 Black-ish. (PGa, R) 1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise. 6.00 9News. 7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 2. Brisbane Broncos v South Sydney Rabbitohs. 8.55 Thursday Night Knock Off. Post-match NRL news and analysis of the Brisbane Broncos versus South Sydney Rabbitohs match. 9.40 9News Late. 10.10 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+v) A meeting with Robert Silas goes sideways. 11.10 A+E After Dark. (Mm, R) 12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 2.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. 5.00 9News Early. 5.30 Today.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news.
7.30 The Dog House Australia. Narrated by Mark Coles Smith.
8.30 Gogglebox Australia. TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows.
9.30 Law & Order: SVU. (Masv, R)
In the search for a revenge-for-hire crime ring, Benson and Stabler join forces on a case that has global reach.
10.30 Blue Bloods. (Mv, R) Danny grills feuding crime families.
11.30 The Project. (R)
12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
WorldWatch.
The Movie Show. Noon WorldWatch. 12.30 MOVIE: Feels Good Man: Pepe The Frog. (2020, M) 2.15 The Pizza Show. 3.05 WorldWatch. 5.05 Joy Of Painting. 5.35 WorldWatch. 6.15 Brooklyn
Nine-Nine.
ACROSS
1, 19-down Author of Alice'sAdventuresin Wonderland (5,7)
4 Practical (9)
9 Controller of meeting (5)
10 Ship’s petty officer (9)
11 Birds of prey (6)
12 Severe or harmful (8)
14 Makes a good point (10)
15 – de toilette (3)
17 Extraterrestrial craft (1.1.1)
19 Black and white (10)
23 Period of instruction (8)
24 Protozoan (6)
26 Music-makers (9)
27 Soldier of Hebrew Bible (5)
28 Replicated (9)
29 Sham (5)
DOWN
1 Cabinet (6)
2 Argue noisily and angrily (7)
3 Waitstaff (7)
4 Bars (4)
5 Extremely greedy (10)
6 Govern incompetently (7)
7 Acrobatic apparatus (7)
8 Interpret (8)
13 Group of owls (10)
16 Rump (8)
18 Perfect (7)
19 See 1-across
20 Member of ancient Germanic tribe (7)
21 Breastbone (7)
22 Somewhat (6)
25 Utilised (4)
No. 175
Using the nine letters in the grid, how many words of four letters or more can you list? The centre letter must be included and each letter may only be used once. No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural words ending in “s”.
Today’s Aim:
19 words: Good
28 words: Very good
38 words:
3 LETTERS
No. 175
4 LETTERS ARIA BIRD BYES COST DEEM FEDS HEAD PEWS PROD SEEP SLUM SPED STUD TSAR WETS
5 LETTERS ACUTE AGREE AORTA ATONE AWAIT AWARE AZURE CARAT COMET DENIM DETER DOZEN EASED EDGES EDITS EGGED
1 Who is the creator of comic strip Calvin and Hobbes?
2 Myocardial infarction is the medical name for what bodily occurance?
3 Quentin Tarantino’s (pictured) 2021 debut fiction book is a novelisation of which of his films?
4 Belmopan is the capital city of which Central American country?
5 In which decade was the Rubik’s Cube invented?
6 Lion’s mane is one of the largest species of which marine animal?
7 The geometric shape torus can be colloquially described as what kind of shape?
8 The annual music festival Coachella is held in which US state?
9 What is the main flavour of the sweet spread kaya?
10 Novelist and poet James Joyce was born in which country?
With well over a century of history and change, the first InternationalWomen’s Day (IWD) was held in March 1911. IWD isn’t country, group or organisation specific. It’s a day of collective global activism and celebration that belongs to all those committed to forging women’s equality.
World-renowned feminist, journalist and activist, Gloria Steinem, reportedly once explained, “The story of women’s struggle for equality belongs to no single feminist nor to any one organisation but to the collective efforts of all who care about human rights.”
The campaign theme for International Women’s Day 2024 is Inspire Inclusion.
When we inspire others to understand and value women’s inclusion, we forge a better world. And when women themselves are inspired to be included, there’s a sense of belonging, relevance, and empowerment.
In recent weeks, Queensland women and girls have been empowered to have their voices heard in issues surrounding accessible healthcare and endometriosis.
Premier Steven Miles said, “The Women and Girls Health Strategy had the biggest engagement of any Queensland Government survey ever.”
“We heard loud and clear that women and girls wanted better access to tailored healthcare services in their communities.”
There are a number of barriers women and girls face to accessing healthcare such as financial and transport barriers.
That’s why the State Government will establish four new nurse-led clinics that will
offer women and girls more choice about their healthcare and easier access to care where they can feel safe, heard and supported.
There will be women focused healthcare such as access to contraception, maternal health, treatment for sexually transmissible infections, advice on period and menopause matters as well as support and referrals for women experiencing domestic, family or sexual violence.
Women of Hinternoosa
This International Women’s Day, Bridie Minzenmay from Minzenmay Poeta & Minzenmay Master Jewellers, proudly embraces the values of inclusivity, diversity, and equality, which form the essence of their longstanding family businesses.
Situated in the heart of the French Quarter on Hastings Street in Noosa, Bridie and her husband Paul’s store stand as beacons of quality and elegance, offering a variety of unique pieces that deeply resonate. Their award-winning designs capture moments—be it love, loss, or self-expression. Passed down through generations, these pieces tell tales of family history and enduring love. Bridie considers it an honour to work with diverse people and bring their visions to life, sharing in moments of connection, attunement, and creativity.
In addition to her exceptional jewellery designs, Bridie holds a Masters in Gestalt Psychotherapy. As a psychotherapist, she brings a unique commitment to being present in connection to people’s hearts and emotions. Through equine-assisted therapy, she extends inclusivity and equity beyond jewellery, fostering a space for healing and understanding.
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Queensland has one of the highest rates of endometriosis, with around one in six (17 per cent) women diagnosed with endometriosis by the time they are in their early 40s, compared to just over one in 10 (11 per cent) women Australia-wide.
As part of the strategy, the State Government will invest $18.2 million to improve how these women are supported and how they can access treatment in a timely manner.
Hinternoosa have been leaders in the hinterland property market for 35 years. They are a great example of how continually challenging gender stereotypes in the real estate industry by promoting equal opportunities in their agency have paved the way for their success. With a skilled team, over 50% of which is female, backed by strong female leadership, Hinternoosa #InspireInclusion.
The teams female administrators, agents, property managers, Principal and Director all have extremely important roles to play at Hinternoosa, not only for client success, but also to demonstrate on a daily basis exemplary leadership and mentorship to those who will follow in their footsteps.
Hinternoosa applauds all women in real estate who have taken huge strides forward to encourage more women to reach their full potential in the industry. One woman’s achievement is an achievement for us all, including the men who work alongside us. By working together, we nurture an environment that supports equity, amplifies success and achieves incredible outcomes for our clients and our team.
QENDO chief executive officer Jessica Taylor said, “My endometriosis journey began like so many others, debilitating pain that I couldn’t explain, trips to emergency that yielded no answers, GPs who didn’t listen, 11 of them, in fact.”
“My hope is this investment will help women walk the path that is the diagnosis, treatment and management of endometriosis and pelvic pain.”
Endometriosis is a condition where endometrial-like tissue is present outside the uterus and is associated with pelvic pain, infertility, and poor mental health.
This new funding is essential to identify, diagnose and provide better quality care for women suffering with symptoms of endometriosis faster.
Minister for Health, Mental Health and Ambulance Services and Minister forWomen, Shannon Fentiman said, “Women and girls have recounted numerous stories of being dismissed and misdiagnosed in our health system, leading to living in persistent pain for years.”
“We want women and girls who develop pelvic pain or painful periods to feel comfortable discussing this with their doctor, and to know that they are being listened to and understood.
“Thank you to the thousands of Queensland women and girls who came forward and shared their experiences with the health care system.
“We hear you, and we are taking action.”
For more information on how to get involved with InternationalWomen’s Day visit internationalwomensday.com
As we celebrate International Women’s Day, the recent milestone achieved by NSW surfer Molly Picklum resonates deeply. Molly’s historic perfect 10 in her semifinal at the Pipe Masters Hawaii not only showcased her exceptional talent but highlighted the resilience of women in traditionally male-dominated sports. Until 2020, women were not permitted to surf the break at Pipe in competition, making Molly’s success a significant step forward in achieving gender equality in surfing. Such moments serve as inspiration for women worldwide, including athletes like my daughter Gia Lorentson (pictured) who competes in the WSL Qualifying Series. They represent a wave of change-makers challenging norms and reshaping perceptions of women’s capabilities.
Let’s celebrate the determination of female surfers globally and here in Noosa who redefine the role of women in sports and society. It’s time to dismantle stereotypes and create a world, in and out of the water, where women can thrive without limitations. Inspirational stories do not come from decision making and strategy, but from risk takers and those challenging the status quo. People like Molly Picklum and my daughter Gia, who back themselves and who’s passion and determination inspire and empower another generation to achieve their goals.
Cr Amelia LorentsonThe Sunshine Coast Business Women’s Network (SCBWN) is spearheading a powerful celebration for International Women’s Day this year by bringing a dynamic force in women’s leadership, innovation, and emerging technologies to the region.
Innovative thinker Jess Wilson will take to the stage as keynote speaker for the sold out SCBWN breakfast event on Tuesday 12 March at Maroochy RSL.
Paula Williamson, SCBWN acting president, said Jess Wilson is a real example of a small town girl turned globally-recognised and awarded tech entrepreneur.
“At just 16, Jess Wilson kickstarted her entrepreneurial journey and launched her first business. By 22 she scaled her second venture to 130 countries and made it as a finalist on China’s version of Shark Tank x The Apprentice, The Next Unicorn, which drew in 15 million viewers per episode.
“Jess has been at the forefront of using technology to shake up industries, particularly with a focus on millennials and Gen Z which has solidified her position as a leading voice in women’s leadership, innovation, and emerging technologies, and this is why we really wanted our members to hear from her,” Ms Williamson said.
As keynote speaker, Jess will impart key learnings from a mindset and tactical skill perspective, share personal stories about breaking stereotypes, using technology as a disruptor, and how to embrace new waves of technology like AI.
Jess has been pinned by Forbes as one of 1000 entrepreneurs under 30 to change the world in the next 50 years. She ap-
Globally-recognised and awarded tech entrepreneur Jess Wilson.
peared on Smart Company’s 30 under 30 three times, and toured as the opening keynote speaker for Tony Robbins and Tom Bilyue throughout their national tours.
“The Sunshine Coast Business Women’s Network is driven by a strong purpose to empower and celebrate women to achieve in business and we know Jess will leave guests feeling inspired, courageous and optimistic about their future,” Ms Williamson said.
This year the International Women’s Day theme is #InspireInclusion which aims to collectively forge a more inclusive world for women.
“When women themselves are inspired to be included, there’s a sense of belonging, relevance and empowerment. We’re really looking forward to highlighting Jess’s amazing story and empowering our network even further,” Ms Williamson added.
Established in 2020, Noosa Gift Co. emerged as a much needed platform for local small businesses, showcasing producers from the Noosa and Sunshine Coast areas. Exclusively featuring local products, it fostered a community of makers and creators.
Curating a range of locally sourced items, each gift, named after iconic destinations, reflects the region’s essence. Brand design & packaging by Cass Deller, with photography by Chevaune Hindley and Tracy Naughton @letmesea, our collection captures the area’s natural beauty.
Our gifts cater to all occasions, offering options for him, her, or them, including real estate settlements, weddings, and welcome packages, with customisable selections to fit any budget. Collaborating with stockists, we prioritise environmental conservation, supporting initiatives like Noosa Landcare through Tread Lightly to protect local habitats and wildlife. Proud members of Tourism Noosa, Buy Local Noosa, Buy Local Sunshine Coast, and Plastic Free Noosa, we actively engage in community projects. Share the essence of our gifts, because everyone deserves a little piece of Noosa.
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For the first time, Queensland will publicly fund reproduction treatments, like IVF, for people experiencing complex medical conditions like cancer.
The State Government has committed to a $42.3 million dollar package to help improve reproductive outcomes.
One in six Australian couples experience fertility challenges, and people diagnosed with complex medical conditions face a far greater risk of reproductive issues.
So, to help address the barriers faced by this vulnerable cohort when accessing fertility treatments, we are investing $32.1 million to fund public access to assisted reproductive technologies, ensuring more accessible and affordable fertility treatment.
While $10.2 million will fund a statewide fertility preservation service, allowing families the choice to preserve their hope for a family in the future.
We have heard from thousands of women and girls across Queensland that younger cancer patients worry about the possible impact chemotherapy, radiation, and other treatments may have on their ability to have children in the future.
“We know that women and girls’ sexual and reproductive health are often overlooked aspects of overall wellbeing, and this is something we are committed to fix,” Health Minister Shannon Fentiman said.
“When a significant health issue, such as cancer, impacts a person’s fer-
Growing up with a Chinese mother and a Scottish father, both of whom emigrated from South Africa, where their marriage faced legal hurdles, I learned first-hand about perseverance and sacrifice. My father’s unwavering dedication to the woman in his life, my mother, my sister and myself (+my brother) ensured that we all received a quality education in private schools. Post-university, I pursued opportunities abroad in the UK and Greece, driven by curiosity and a thirst for exploration.
For over two decades, I’ve been a devoted advocate of Amnesty International, considering it my paramount contribution to women’s progress. My success owes much to the support of influential women—mentors, directors, colleagues, and employers— who empowered me in the face of gender disparities.
As I reflect on three decades of work, mainly in male dominated industries, I eagerly anticipate witnessing how my daughter navigates her own path in life, building upon the progress made by generations before her.
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tility, being able to afford access to fertility services should be the last thing Queenslanders need to worry about.
“By reducing economic barriers and improving access to services closer to home, the Miles Government is creating a more equitable health service for all Queenslanders – no matter their gender.
”The Queensland Government recognises that going through fertility treatment can be mentally challenging for women and their families, and to ease this experience, counselling services will also be made available to those accessing publicly funded assisted reproductive technology.
In addition, to ensure we are giving Queenslanders confidence in the assisted reproductive technology services throughout the state, stronger regulations are being considered. Consultation has been undertaken with legislation expected to be introduced in the coming months. This will include laws that allow the setup of a donor conception register.
Nicola Wilson chose Noosa as her home five years ago, after living in the UK, Canada, Japan and Sydney. Her skills and experience as a Chartered Accountant have led to a fulfilling career, and the ability to work overseas. Since living in the Shire she’s volunteered for charities, performed and volunteered with local arts organisations, and helped her partner grow his business, all while teaching accounting.
Now, age 50, she’s running as a candidate in the Noosa council elections: “In Australia each of three levels of government make decisions that affect our everyday lives and our financial circumstances. Politics has a reputation for being “nasty” and we can’t just accept that. The community is looking for change, and I want to contribute to making Noosa a better and fairer place for all residents. Sometimes, to see the change you have to be the change.
It’s important that women have a voice, a seat at the table, and can speak up.
I’m very aware of the responsibility that being elected to council would bring, not only in financial accountability, but in protecting the environment for our younger and future generations.”
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Monique Sommer
A trusted Noosa specialist within the Reed & Co. team, Monique Sommer has built a reputation for her authenticity, coupled with commitment to a trusted sales process. Her passion for ensuring client satisfaction consistently exceeds expectations, delivering exceptional results.
Relocating from Sydney to Noosa in 2018 with her young family, Monique sought to provide them with a relaxed coastal lifestyle. Monique understands the importance of family needs, schools, resources, and available activities when buying or relocating, making her adept at helping mothers and fathers navigate these considerations when purchasing their next property.
Monique & the Reed & Co. team have now successfully raised $1,006,964, purchasing 83 pieces of vital paediatric medical equipment for our local Noosa and regional hospitals across Australia. In celebration of International Women’s Day, Reed & Co. host their annual Industry Leading Women in Property event which aims to educate and empower attendees on purchasing, designing, and developing property. Reed & Co. has successfully hosted their fifth Women’s Day event, a testament to Monique’s commitment to the community.
Monique Sommer
Phone 0433 641 158
3/3 Gibson Road, Noosaville
Proud Noosa local, multi award-winning global coach and author Nikki Fogden-Moore has dedicated her career to empowering men and women in business and life, guiding them towards a seamless blend of sustainable success personally and professionally. Championing the philosophy of ‘healthy, wealthy, and wise.
“International Women’s Day is a reminder to look at progress and potential. To celebrate how far we’ve come in fostering diversity and inclusion, a reminder of the strides still needed towards true equity. Strong leadership is about equipping women of all ages with the tools to make intelligent, fast decisions, ensuring they thrive not just in school or in careers, but in every aspect of their lives. To feel independent, confident and have natural self belief”.
Committed to forge a future where women’s success is limitless and celebrated, Nikki is excited to host a Women’s Wealth Legacy Lunch© at Lanai Noosa, April 24th as part of the Legacy Lunch Series©. “This event isn’t just a gathering; it’s a powerhouse session featuring a panel of inspirational female leaders, diving into the nuances of building a legacy for now and the future – not just in wealth, but in wisdom and wellbeing too”.
For more information on her new app ACCELER8TE!, coaching, The Boardroom Retreat© and The Legacy Lunch© Series head to www.nikkifogdenmoore.com or email nikki@nikkifogdenmoore.com
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Gillian McCauley, Principal at Richardson & Wrench Noosa, is genuinely passionate about real estate and recognizes the privilege and responsibility that comes with being part of such an amazing community.
Celebrating this year’s International Women’s Day I’d like to acknowledge and show appreciation for all of the hard working female real estate agents in Noosa. In an extremely competitive industry that was once male dominated, women are paving their own way quite convincingly.
However, I’m a big believer in who is the best person for the job, not what gender they are. Here at R&W it’s about integrity and honesty and providing the best possible outcome leaving every client with a positive experience. We’re consistently breaking sales records year after year and have been a trusted and respected brand for over 30 years.
I’m surrounded by a fabulous supportive team that bring their own experience and expertise to the table every day, what an incredible bunch of people I have the privilege of working with.
I’m delighted to be able to show my support this year to International Women’s Day and welcome the inclusive way of thinking that seems to be more and more prevalent each and every day. 12674096-AV10-24
Gillian McCauley
Principal and Licensed Sales Agent
0467 600 009
23 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads QLD 4567
Born to Czech immigrants in Hobart, Ingrid grew up in Canada and returned to Australia as an adult. She has always valued diversity, equality and inclusion.
As mayoral candidate, Ingrid welcomes the International Women’s Day theme ‘Inspire Inclusion’. She was the only woman councillor on Noosa Council in 2016-20. She faced opposition as she sought to make the Council more transparent. Although herself standing down, she encouraged more women to run for Council. In 2020 three women were elected.
As mayor, Ingrid will seek respectful councillor behaviour. She is committed to ensuring Council facilitates affordable housing for workers, women ageing into homelessness, and victims of domestic violence.
In her early career, Ingrid was Equal Employment Opportunity Coordinator at the NSW Ministry of Education, implementing non-discriminatory employment practices and career path opportunities for women, ethnic groups, First Nations people and persons with a disability.
Before that Ingrid worked for the Department of Foreign Affairs running courses in human resources management for managers from the Pacific, Asia, Africa and the Caribbean. At that time, she co-founded the Australian Network for Intercultural Communication.
For Ingrid, inclusion, respect and support for women’s engagement remain a core part of her life and career.
For friends Brie Van Den Bergh and Sammy Wilson, the journey to creating a health and wellness collective, D’fine All Noosa has been a dream come true. With their unwavering passion for supporting women in business, they have turned their vision into reality in the heart of Noosa Junction on the Sunshine Coast.
D’fine All Noosa is the proud home to a diverse group of women who have taken the leap and turned their dreams into thriving businesses. The collective boasts an impressive line-up of experts within their field. Our goal was to take the guess work out of starting a new business. Each room meticulously curated with the needs of health, wellness and beauty businesses in mind, featuring an all-inclusive setup paired with flexible rental agreements that eliminates the hassle of logistics when opening up or starting a new business. From luxurious furnishings to state-of-the-art amenities, every detail was thoughtfully considered to provide a seamless environment for business owners to thrive.
Beyond the physical space, D’fine All Noosa offers more than just beautiful suites to rent, it fosters a supportive community where women can come together to collaborate, compliment, and connect with one another. 12674546-MS10-24
Dannielle loves working with people who are making life-changing decisions. With a background of over 20 years across real estate, sales, administration and retail management, she is ideally suited to helping both buyers and sellers enjoy a seamless real estate experience.
Dannielle brings a positive energy and enthusiasm to all she does and is dedicated to building strong, long-term relationships based on delivering exceptional service. From initial contact to final settlement, her highly organised and reliable nature ensures your needs are met in a timely, efficient and attentive manner.
A local for over 20 years, Dannielle has outstanding knowledge of the Noosa Hinterland and its unique market conditions. Her marketing knowhow is another key asset, with experience running effective campaigns across digital and print mediums.
“I love that no two days are the same. I have a thirst for knowledge and continuous improvement.” Outside of work, Dannielle enjoys yoga, pilates, and spending time on the beach with her husband.
Samantha has been coaching corporates to become better public speakers for decades, and she particularly loves empowering women and children. She loves to work with women who have overcome significant challenges, and coaches them to be able to share this on the world stage and inspire others via TED talks, social media and TV.
“Unfortunately the tall poppy syndrome in Australia is still prevalent and as a result we have a culture that tends to be humble and minimise our achievements and credentials.
“My coaching is all about fertilising the tall poppy so that it stands tall, proud and blossoms in its full glory! I help women own their power and strength, acknowledge their credentials proudly, and be very mindful of the gifts they have to offer the world so they are ready and able to confidently and succinctly articulate this at every opportunity.
“Whether it be a boardroom meeting, the stage, social media or TV every interaction is a chance to make a great impression with your personal brand and being aware and proud of it is the first step.
Becoming a more articulate and confident communicator is empowering and will pay dividends socially and professionally for the rest of your life!”, said Samantha.
Samantha Dale Wilkinson Coaching
www.samanthadalewilkinson.com
International Women’s Day is much more than a celebration of all that has been and will be achieved by resilient and committed sisters, mothers, grandmothers and beyond. It is a day to stop and reflect that every woman is the greatest influencer in her ‘circle’ to effect positive change for all, including herself.
Being an influencer has no required resume, boundaries based on education level or financial capacity as I can testify to, nor discriminations from place of birth. Every moment, of every day, every one of us are ‘influencing’ in ways that can be simple yet powerful. With escalating domestic violence in our households, I ask all fellow Noosa women, to accept the life changing role we have in our families and communities by including ‘you’ as part of this year’s theme #inspireinclusion as ultimately, it is up to us. With the help of incredible supports all around, including each other and our menfolk, we can make the difference, and I ask as part of inspiring inclusion that on November 19, International Men’s Day, that we also gather to celebrate the sons, husbands, fathers and grandfathers, who have and continue to inspire inclusion for us!
dannielle@hinternoosa.com.au
Dr Sarah Rose
Celebrating Sarah Rose’s profound impact on dentistry, especially at Eumundi Dental, embodies the essence of International Women’s Day and the theme of #inspireinclusion.
For Sarah Rose, dentistry is more than a profession; it’s a heartfelt commitment to improving the lives of those she serves. At Eumundi Dental, Sarah creates a nurturing environment where clients, regardless of background, feel valued, respected, and empowered in their oral health journey.
Listening attentively to her clients’ needs is paramount to Sarah. By understanding their concerns, she delivers personalised care that transcends mere treatment. As a female dentist, Sarah fosters a sense of trust and understanding, providing a safe space for women of diverse backgrounds to discuss their oral health needs openly.
Outside the clinic, Sarah is a staunch advocate for inclusive practices in oral healthcare. Through educational initiatives and community outreach programs, she strives to break down barriers and promote access to dental care for all, inspiring inclusion in the field.
Sarah Rose’s dedication, compassion, and advocacy in dentistry exemplify the power of inclusion to drive positive change and empower individuals from all walks of life.
Phone 07 5442 7556
www.eumundidental.com.au
With a reputation for building rapport & listening to her clients, both buyers and sellers, Kate excels at applying their wish list to match the needs of her clients. Her expertise extends to women of all ages, ensuring their current and future needs are met. With fourteen years of experience and leading a team of three, Kate values the importance of trust, communication, and relationships.
For women making significant property decisions, whether it’s an investment or their principal place of residence, trust is paramount. Kate understands the importance of guiding her clients through the process, helping them piece together their property puzzle and determine “what’s next.” Kate is happy to offer advice or discuss buying and selling options. Kate’s experience and expertise extend beyond her property transactions. Recognising an opportunity to give back to Noosa’s community, Kate & the Reed & Co. team have successfully raised $1,006,964, purchasing 83 pieces of vital paediatric medical equipment for our local Noosa and regional hospitals. Their commitment to the community is further exemplified through initiatives like the inaugural Primavera All’Italiano Ladies Luncheon, supporting Santa’s Classy Helpers, raising $11,580 for local families in need last Christmas, a testament to Kate’s commitment to the community.
Sandy Bolton MP Independent Member for Noosa 07 5319 3100 | noosa@parliament.qld.gov.au www.sandybolton.com
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2022 Sunshine Coast Volunteer of the Year and longterm Noosa local Leigh McCready is a wife, mum of four and until recently was the Head of Fundraising & Partnerships at Katie Rose Cottage Hospice.
“I love the fact that International Women’s Day has become such an important day on our calendars with the whole world celebrating women and girls together. When I was growing up it wasn’t something my mother or her female friends were aware of, let alone celebrating,” said Leigh.
There are some many inspiring women in the Noosa community and I have been incredibly honoured to work alongside many of them over the years. Some of my proudest moments include working with a passionate group of locals who managed to bring back the Peregian Beach Surf Life Saving Club, helping to secure a grant of $1.5m grant for Katie Rose Hospice and my time as the President of the Tewantin-Noosa CWA chapter for four years.
I hope this IWD more women consider volunteering in our wonderful community.
This International Women’s Day I would like to congratulate and celebrate my property management colleagues in our local area.
Raising the bar in property management is something I am very passionate about and I am inspired by how supportive our community is of each other. We are regularly faced with quite intricate situations that need to be negotiated delicately to achieve the best possible outcomes for all parties involved, and it is immensely heartwarming to know that I can pick up the phone for advice from people who are as experienced and dedicated as I am.
This is an industry where you have to wear many hats. You need to be able to see both the bigger picture and have attention to all the details. Looking after your clients means going the extra mile every day and ensuring that both your landlords and your tenants needs are met.
I chose the Noosa Rentals mantra “Love where you live” to reflect my commitment to both my clients and the community I love, and I am exceptionally grateful to work in this industry alongside other property managers who have the same values.
Phone O448 391 177 hello@noosarentals.com.au
Countryside Realty Noosa stands as a testament to the professionalism and expertise of its remarkable predominately female team. Spearheaded by Principal Robyn Kildey, the agency has been a prominent force in the real estate landscape for over two decades and she has guided the agency to become one of the longest-standing and most trusted in the region.
85% of the team at Countryside Realty Noosa consists of talented and dynamic women. International Women’s Day offers an opportunity to shine a spotlight on these exceptional individuals who contribute to the agency’s success. From seasoned professionals to rising stars, each woman at Countryside Realty Noosa brings a unique skill set, dedication, and passion to the table. Their collective expertise extends beyond the traditional realms of real estate, encompassing a deep understanding of the Noosa Hinterland community. These women not only excel in their roles but also contribute to the agency’s commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment.
On this International Women’s Day, Countryside Realty Noosa proudly celebrates the achievements of its female-led team, acknowledging the invaluable impact these women have made in shaping the agency’s legacy of excellence and trust.
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Celebrating the Diverse Strength of Infinity Homecare Women!
Happy International Women’s Day to the incredible females of Infinity Homecare! Today, we honour the unstoppable strength, unwavering dedication, and remarkable diversity of the women who make this place extraordinary. From tirelessly working to raising loving families, from running successful family businesses to pursuing higher education, the women of Infinity Homecare do it all with grace and resilience. And let’s not forget their vital role in providing compassionate care to our Noosa community. In our team, we cherish the myriad backgrounds and cultures that each woman brings, creating a vibrant tapestry of unity. It’s in celebrating these unique stories that we find our greatest strength.
Here’s to the daughters, sisters, mothers, entrepreneurs, scholars, and leaders within our midst. Your presence enriches our lives and our community, inspiring us all to reach greater heights. Thank you for all you do, today and every day. Here’s to the diverse, brilliant, and powerful women of Infinity Homecare!
For the past 21 years, Penny Neep has been selling real estate in the Noosa region, focusing mainly in the Noosa Hinterland. Very proud of repeat and referred clientele, a justifiable recognition of not only good service but a great outcome for both Buyers and Sellers. The ethos of the brand is supportive, strong, can do with transparent values and the business was founded on International Women’s Day 2021. By putting her name to the brand shows intent to be accountable and what you see is what you get.
Penny is proud to be a supporter of Hoofbeats
Sanctuary, located in Doonan. It is a grass roots mental health charity that supports women and girls impacted by trauma. Other charitable donations include Loveyoursister.org, Riding for Disabled, Katie Rose Cottage, The Rural Fire Brigade and the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
Supporting a world that’s diverse, equitable and inclusive, Penny believes that the empowerment of women makes for a better place for everyone. With a corporate background in Scotland, there’s not a day when she isn’t proud and grateful to call the lovely Noosa home. 12671574-JB10-24
Penny Neep
Phone 0400 404 213
www.pennyneeprealestate.com
penny@pennyneeprealestate.com
After nurturing a persistent dream of establishing an inclusive haven where women could discover and embody their optimal selves, Bianca’s vision materialised with the inception of Cosmedic Lab in 2023. With over 8 years of experience in the injectable and cosmetic industry, Nurse Bianca has acquired an extensive understanding of skin, aging, and clinical education.
Cosmedic Lab employs the latest and most effective corrective and procedural treatments. We cater to both men and women of all ages, delivering proven results and establishing a foundation for beautiful, radiant glowing skin. Passionate about education, development, skin, and women’s health, Cosmedic Lab is a haven for personalised and bespoke skin and antiaging treatments. Each consultation and treatment are tailored to the individual, ensuring a sense of safety, understanding, and effectiveness.
Having accumulated over 6 years of experience across two industry-leading cosmetic companies in Australia, Bianca not only stands at the pinnacle of her field but also serves as a clinical educator within the cosmetic injectable industry. As a cosmetic injector, she is deeply committed to her methodology and helping other women grow within this field. Supporting colleagues/women within this community is what we need more of and am all for it.
Kess Prior
Kess Prior exemplifies an unwavering dedication to her clients’ best interests. Her primary goal is to secure the highest possible price for their properties, going above and beyond to achieve outstanding results However, what truly sets Kess apart is her commitment to conducting business with strong ethics, empathy and providing exceptional service. She understands that buying or selling a home can be an emotional journey and she approaches each task with a genuine understanding and compassion for her clients’ needs. With Kess, clients can expect a seamless and personalised experience, backed by her expertise, integrity and dedication to achieving optimal outcomes. For a discussion about your real estate needs, give Kess a call today.
- 2021 REB top 50 Agents in Queensland
- 2022 REB top 50 Agents in Queensland Kess welcomes your enquiry and is available to provide a free appraisal.
kess@hinternoosa.com.au
Damien Mortaud from the Suncoast Spinners in Sippy Downs was last week celebrated at the annual Good Sports Awards at Parliament House in Canberra, after being named runnerup of the 2023 National Volunteer of the Year and winner of the 2023 QLD Good Sports Volunteer of theYear.
The national Good Sports Awards celebrate Australia’s best community sporting clubs and volunteers, for their commitment to building healthy and inclusive club environments, and their work with the Alcohol and Drug Foundation’s Good Sports program in tackling topics like alcohol, illicit drugs, smoking, mental health and safe transport.
Damien was recognised for being the beating heart of his club and going beyond the usual undertakings of a volunteer.
Club secretary Sharon Hill said Damien was always looking at new ways to engage people with quadriplegia in the club’s wheelchair programs to ensure they have access to sport.
“As a father, Wheelchair Rugby Australia player, and a person with quadriplegia, Damien shows great resilience and leadership, delivering two wheelchair rugby programs weekly,” Sharon said.
“Damien provides practical learning on game development and fosters a sense of belonging in a truly inclusive environment where participants range in gender, age, and ability, all playing in the one program, together, as equals.
“His knowledge and understanding of the game is crucial to providing a program that meets the needs of its participants, and ensuring there is sport available for people with high physical needs.
“During workshops with students, Damien is open about the barriers he faces in living with quadriplegia yet delivers a fun and interactive program where participants leave uplifted, with a strong understanding of the benefits of inclusive wheelchair sports.”
“Damien is contributing so much to wheelchair rugby as a player and volunteer coach. Suncoast Spinners are grateful for Damien’s contribution to the game of wheelchair rugby in our club and beyond, introducing many people to this wonderful sport,” Suncoast Spinners president, Bridie Kean added.
The Alcohol and Drug Foundation’s QLD manager Martin Milne said Damien should be incredibly proud of his achievements.
“The Good Sports Awards are the ultimate trophy for any Good Sports club. Every year we get to celebrate incredible work being done by dedicated volunteers in community sport and this year is no different,” Mr Milne said.
“These award recipients are shining examples of the Good Sports program which is helping build a healthier sporting nation by supporting clubs to be the very best they can be.”
Working with almost 12,000 community sports clubs, including almost 1,300 in Queensland, Good Sports is Australia’s largest community health sports program. In QLD, it’s managed by the Alcohol and Drug Foundation and funded by the Australian Government.
Over the last 25 years, Good Sports has been proven to reduce risky drinking at participating clubs by 37 per cent and has seen a 42 per cent reduction of alcohol-related accidents among Good Sports club members and supporters. It also increases club members’ confidence to deal with mental health or illicit drug issues.
“Whilst local sport clubs can be places where alcohol and other drug-related harms occur, the Good Sports program demonstrates that they can also be the opposite - and strongly influence positive, healthy behaviours,” Mr Milne concluded.
For more information, visit Good Sports Awards 2023 - Good Sports.
Damien Mortaud
Well-loved comedian, actor, public speaker and author Jean Kittson will bring her razorsharp wit and delightful charm to a fundraising lunch for local palliative care hospice, Katie Rose Cottage Hospice at Doonan.
Jean is patron of Palliative Care Nurses Australia, making her the perfect guest speaker for the lunch.
Jean came to national attention on ABC TV’s, The Big Gig, followed by Let the Blood Run Free, Kittson Fahey, Good News Week, The Glasshouse, Flat Chat, The Einstein Factor, and many more. She is also known for her comedy debates for the ABC, Channel 9 and Channel Ten, and is an experienced emcee, keynote speaker, and panellist.
She’s a regular panellist on ABC 702 radio drive program, Thank God It’s Friday and a weekly panellist on Today Extra, Nine Network.
Jean has conversed twice with Richard Fidler on Conversations, presented twice for Women of Letters and was invited to speak about menopause at the National Press Club.
She has been a regular columnist with New Weekly, Sunday Telegraph, the Sydney Morning Herald - Sydney Magazine, Inspire Magazine, the Readers Digest Health Smart Magazine and the online magazine, The Hoopla.
She’s the author of three books, Tongue Lashing and the best seller, You’re still hot to me, the joys of menopause, and her latest, the newly released best-selling book We Need to Talk About Mum and Dad, published by Pan Macmillan, and was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in 2023.
The local hospice, which provides quality and compassionate 24/7 end of life care for terminally ill patients, is one of our region’s most respected not-for-profits.
Katie Rose Cottage Hospice has a dedicated team of medical professionals and volunteers, who pride themselves on providing
exceptional at no cost to the client. The team believe that end of life should be just as beautiful as the beginning. They provide a safe, welcoming space where guests and loved ones feel welcome and supported. Hospice care allows carers and family the opportunity to relinquish the carer role, giving families the chance to share special moments together and our guest the opportunity to enjoy the highest quality of life for as long as they have.
All funds raised will to go towards covering the cost of providing compassionate and high quality end of life care to individuals living with
life-limiting illness.
The hospice relies on fundraising and donations, as Queensland Health only provides around 20 per cent of their annual $1.2 million clinical operational costs, leaving a huge shortfall. The event is proudly sponsored by Coastal Noosa Real Estate, Dal Zotto Wines, and Noosa Waterfront Restaurant and Bar.
Coastal Noosa was recently awarded Agency of the Year in Sunshine Beach, and Agent of the Year (Noosa Heads) for director Rick Daniel at the Rate My Agent Awards.
Jean Kittson’s books will be available for purchase on the day, thanks to Annie’s Books of Peregian.
EVENT DETAILS:
· What: Laughter and Lunch with Jean Kittson.
· Where: Noosa Waterfront Restaurant and Bar, 142 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville.
· Date: Tuesday 16 April.
· Time: 12 noon – 3.30pm.
· Guest speaker: Jean Kittson, Australian comedian, author and public speaker.
· Cost: $175 per person – includes a welcome drink, three courses, share platters, accompanied by sparkling, red and white Dal Zotto wines for the duration of the event. Tickets on sale 5 March online at events.humanitix.com/lunch-with-jean-kittson
Recent Grammy Award and Latin Grammy winner, Gaby Moreno is coming down under with a brand new album titled Dusk and a rich swag of much-loved tunes from her seven previous releases.
To see this trailblazer perform is to be awestruck by her breathtaking voice and exquisite guitar flourishes.
She glides back and forth easily and exuberantly between bossa nova, jazz, blues and rock, with English and Spanish lyrics that honour her experiences as a Guatemalan immigrant living in the US.
Billboard magazine described her performance at the Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony as “…nothing short of mesmerising.”
Having toured with Tracey Chapman and Annie de Franco to name a few and with many other accolades under her wings this rising star is worth a viewing.
Appearing on 24 March at the Majestic Theatre Pomona. Doors and Bar open 2pm. Show starts at 3pm.
For more information, visit themajestictheatre.com.au
The quilters atWallace House in Noosaville are a friendly, happy lot.
They meet eachTuesday for a bit of bargello or applique stitching and laugh, swap stories as they fashion quilts and other textiles which are works of art.
For some reason, though, they’ve only revealed their skills to Noosa art lovers—other than displays with the Noosa Arts and Craft Association--twice in the last 40 years.
The first time was four years ago at the Regional Art Gallery in Tewantin and this month they are adorning the walls at Bendigo Bank, also at Tewantin.
“It just hasn’t dawned on us to do it--to actually knock on someone’s door and ask if we can show our work,” group leader, Maz Mantel, told Noosa Today.
“Generally, we work for ourselves, or make quilts for charities, raffles and other community projects.
“We made a wall hanging for Carramar Aged Care in 1994 for its 10th birthday and one of our quilts-- made for the Royal Flying Doctors--won first prize at the Brisbane Exhibition.”
In 1984 the quilters were known as Noosa Patchwork. They met in each other’s homes until 1993 when Noosa Council helped estab-
lish Noosa Arts and Crafts Association at Wallace House.
They joined and became known as Wallace House Quilters where their art proudly hangs on the walls.
Maz said there were 17 quilts on display at the bank, all with differing styles from dragons to self-portraits. None of the quilts are for sale.
“Some quilts tell stories, Others have the most intricate patterns with fabrics that blend but still attract attention.”
The quilters’ artwork at Bendigo Bank, Tewantin, is on display now until Thursday, April 4. For more information , visit noosaartsandcrafts.org.au
Swoon comes to Cooroy this month when Pacific Chamber Players present a selection of chamber music -A Fine Romance.
The Players have been bringing quality classical music to the Sunshine Coast 2001 and the concert at Cooroy, something it has done now for the past four years, will start its 2024 season.
Featured musicians this season are Andrew Paszkowski (viola), Sue Hunkin (oboe), Christy Dykes (clarinet), Carolyn Moore (horn), Neil Heymink (bassoon) and Janet Brewer (piano).
Janet has been with the group since it started and she says concertgoers can expect “music full of romantic harmonies and passionate expression.
“Patrons will be swooned by Bruch’s engaging 8 Pieces for Clarinet,Viola and Piano, Op.83, Tomasi’s rustic and lilting “Concert Champêtre”, Lickl’s delightful Cassazione in Eb for Wind Quartet and Beethoven’s symphonic Quintet in Eb for Piano and Winds, Op.16.
“The Lickl has a very Mozartian feel and was first attributed to his genius.”
Pacific Chamber Players, Cooroy Memorial Hall, music 2.30pm Sunday, March 17. Tickets $35 adult, $32 concession, $12 school student, and $25 each for a group of 8 or more. Available online at pacificchamberplayers.com or cash at the door.
Over the next 10 years, our state will grow by more than a million new Queenslanders. We’re planning and working together with government, industry and communities to develop a range of homes to suit everyone’s needs and budgets, as well as more hospitals and public transport, more upgraded schools, and more parks and places to meet.
Phil Jarratt Mayoral candidate Ingrid Jackson has emerged as the biggest spender so far in the Noosa Shire election campaign, with $34,853 declared as of Monday 4 March, according to the Electoral Commission of Queensland’s expenditure table.
Behind her in the mayoral race spending stakes, but only just, are Cr Frank Wilkie ($32,387) and Nick Hluszko ($32,059), with John Morrall trailing the field with a relatively paltry $18,934.
In the campaign for six councillor spots, candidate Leigh McCready has racked up an
impressive $27,422, almost double the spend of second placed Cr Amelia Lorentson with $15,068. Alecia Staines is next ($12,648) with Nicola Wilson ($8261) back in the field.
It’s interesting to note that, with the exception of Cr Lorentson, the current councillors running for re-election have been relatively frugal so far, with Cr Karen Finzel at $7627, Cr Brian Stockwell at $4365, Cr Tom Wegener at $1942, and Cr Joe Jurisevic yet to trouble the scorer.
It’s also important to note that none of the candidates, with the possible exception of McCready, looks in danger of going beyond the spending cap, which is $43,820 for mayor-
al candidates and $30,000 for councilor candidates. With just over $2500 in kitty and 12 days to go as I write, Ms McCready is probably hoping she doesn’t run out of flyers.
So what are they spending on? Nothing terribly exciting, although Cr Wilkie’s two big ticket items are $9,999 for television advertising and just over $11,000 for flyer production and distribution.
Ms Jackson’s top-rated spend seems to have been spread over the usual marketing collateral, with the lion’s share of $18,276 going to brochure and flyer printing and distribution.
Nick Hluszko’s biggest ticket item, $11,496,
spread over four payments, is for a “service agreement” for “creative development” and “campaign design services”. John Morrall spent $3000 on caps and tee shirts, $2600 on photography and $1279 for social media advice.
Turning to the councillor candidates, top of the list McCready spent $6921 on flyers and brochures, $3500 on Facebook advertising and $4400 on her website, while Cr Lorentson’s biggest single item was $4415 for “unaddressed mail advertising”.
At the other end of the scale, Noosa Today can reveal that candidate Michelle NgataiStokes has spent $55.50, all of it on flyers.
Day 30, 27 February
CORFLUTE CHAOS
CD’s correspondent first noticed the concentration of candidate corflute signs along the roadside at Tinbeerwah while driving home from the Sunday “roast”. Apparently CD wasn’t the only one, with a tsunami of Snap/ Send/Solves fired off to council staff over that weekend.
It didn’t take long for the corflute to hit the fan come Monday, when acting CEO Larry Sengstock expressed his displeasure. The following morning staffer Alinda van der Harst emailed all candidates: “We have received advice of quite a lot of election signage that is not compliant and being placed on Road Reserves including Cooroy-Noosa Rd, Eumundi-Noosa Road, Emu Mountain Rd (Noosa Shire Boundary) and McKinnon Drive.
Please note that this is a breach of Council’s Local Laws which restricts election signage on Council controlled roads and State controlled roads and we kindly request that all signage is removed by 5pm today. If the signs are not removed they will be impounded by our Compliance Officers.”
Many of them were still there well after the deadline had passed and compliance officers were kept busy removing them for the rest of the week. Meanwhile, some corflute-concerned citizens took matters into their own hands, overstepping the mark and removing signs from private land, with CrTomWegener and candidate Mat Bankes both losing signs at the Busstop Espresso inWest Cooroy. Nicking corflutes is, of course, not a new sport. At the last election in 2020, then-mayor Tony Wellington had his signs stolen from a couple of key points on private property as fast as he could replace them.
Candidate Bankes perhaps had his tongue firmly in cheek when he posted on social media: “So grateful for the hard working residents policing our streets enduring that all Candidates and Constituents alike are upholding their duties as a Law Abiding Citizen. The streets would be chaos without them!”
Day 33, 1 March
RIVER RAT RATTLED
As the election draws ever nearer, signs that the Noosa River mob are turning on each other under the pressure. First Fleeter and frequent social media poster Trevor Clarey appeared to be giving fellow riverman Andrew Macca McCarthy a bit of a broadside with the following on the Noosa River FB page: “I just spent half an hour posting up on your thread and it immediately got declined. FFS mate, we are all on the ropes here. Your captains n crew n river lovers lifestyle are under threat BIG TIME. Please tell me why my post is declined???? NOT HAPPY ANDREW.” Hopefully peace has been restored around the mangroves.
BETTER LATE THAN NEVER
Meanwhile, supporters of councillor candidate Chris Darwen, who seems to have been hiding his light under a bushel for most of the campaign thus far, will be relieved to hear that he is downing tools and entering the
fray, posting on social media: “Finished work on Friday to kick the campaign into top gear over the next couple of weeks. Has been difficult to juggle work and get out and about.” Perhaps cutting it fine just a couple of days before the start of pre-polling, but at least the electorate can be sure that Chris takes his job seriously.
Day 35, 3 March
HUNTER’S BIG IDEA
Okay, it was Vivien Griffin’s idea in the first place, but Tom Wegener grabbed hold of it and now a little surf grom called Hunter has given it one hell of a shake. We’re talking about Cr Wegener’s Noosa Contest of Ideas, which played to a good crowd at the Land and Sea Brewery in Noosaville last Sunday.
The idea behind the idea was that young local entrepreneurs would present their one big idea for Noosa’s future and have it judged by the audience and a panel of future citizens, known collectively as The Future. And some excellent ideas were thrown into
the ring. Campaign Diary particularly liked Javier Leon’s idea for a junior council which would debate the issues of the day internally before throwing out some solutions to the grownup council, and Joel McPherson of Joel’s Journeys idea for a transport network getting people to and from the shire’s many adventure tracks and trails.
But then tiny 10-year-old surfer Hunter Williams, who was supposed to be on The Future judging panel but couldn’t resist, stepped up and revealed from 10 pages of prepared notes, his detailed plan for a surfboard lending library, which would enable junior surfers to try out boards from the past and learn about the history of the sport in our region. Hunter brought the house down and was a clear winner in the Contest of Ideas.
CD understands that representatives of Noosa Surf Museum are very interested in pursuing the idea with Noosa’s newest entrepreneur.
DIGGERS BAR - 8pm
FRIDAY 8th MARCH
DIGGERS BAR - 8pm FRIDAY 15th MARCH
BISTRO STAGE - 8pm SATURDAY 9th MARCH
BISTRO STAGE - 8pm SATURDAY 16th MARCH
BISTRO STAGE - 12pm SUNDAY 10th MARCH
BISTRO STAGE - 12pm SUNDAY 17th MARCH
In the lead up to the Noosa Council elections, Noosa Chamber of Commerce, Noosaville Business Association and the Hastings Street Association collaborated to provide a platform for council candidates.
The atmosphere at the J on 28 February, reflected the gravity and importance of this opportunity for both the candidates and the community.
Opening the event Tim Rook, vice-president Noosa Chamber of Commerce and Noosaville Business Association president, said it was important for voters to have the opportunity to engage with the candidates directly and understand their plans for Noosa’s future.
A respectful crowd filled the seats to near capacity, keen to hear from Mayoral Candidates Nick Hlusko, Ingrid Jackson, John Morrall and Frank Wilkie, followed by Councillor candidates Karen Finzel, Jess Phillips, Nicola Wilson, Andrea Newland, Brian Stockwell, Amelia Lorentson, Leigh McCready, Joe Juresevic, Mat Bankes, Michelle Ngatai-Stokes, Tom Wegener and Alecia Staines.
Mayoral candidates were given five minutes, and councillor candidates three minutes, to promote themselves, share their policies, and highlight their vision for the future of Noosa before each answered a question to test their due diligence in being across all areas of the Shire’s needs, selected randomly from a list of questions delivered by the Chamber to candidates two weeks earlier. Voters witnessed a variety of approaches and personalities on the stage, as candidates shared their values and priorities.
Chamber committee volunteers, along with MC John Caruso, ensured the event kept to intended timing. Clearly a well managed event, the attendees and candidates were respectful, audio standard excellent, and overall, the event was deemed a great success. Here are candidates’ answers to the Chamber’s questions, beginning with the four Mayoral candidates.
Question: The local government act clearly defines the responsibilities of elected members and the chief executive officer, with elected members responsible for setting the overall direction of the council including determining policy and other matters at strategic level and CEO responsible for day-to-day operations of council . Noosa Council currently has an acting CEO with a permanent CEO to be recruited after the election. What do you believe are the top three priorities a new CEO should be ad-
dressing?
Nick Hluszko: I could leave it as people, people, people. We need to get the house in order because without the full complement of people, the right people in the right jobs, nothing’s going to be very, very easy. In fact it’s going to be extremely difficult and more expensive.
My biggest concern is Council’s financials.
Nick quoted from a Noosa Matters article published nine months ago: “Why does council have a mountain of cash it doesn’t really need, while it keeps whacking ratepayers with total general rate increases above inflation.“
The fundamental question here is why does council keep raising rates when they know businesses and families have been badly affected in recent years, and are banking the money.
In 2020 there was $40m each year and its rising today to $106.8m, mid-year it’s about $140m.
Cash coverage should be three months, maximum six months, yet council has had 13 months cover for such a long time, even the audit office said this was excessive.
How is council’s financial management in any way consistent with their objective council operates in an efficient, effective manner minimising general rate increases.
There seems to be a very strong argument for me to impose a rate holiday.
How do we fix this?
We need to completely breakdown captics and optics of the budget, and work through what is important versus what is discretionary, only things of immediate importance should be budgeted for. It’s time for council to tighten its belt. Staffiing is number one.
We need to make sure we pay for staffing out of funds that already exist and not whack ratepayers any more money.
I want to see restricted cash reserves fully detailed and justified and use whatever’s not urgent to fund other initiatives.
Question: Noosa Council economic development strategy 2021-30 aims for diversified and resilient economy that delivers high value employment opportunities.The strategy is supported by a number of priority actions. What are top three priority actions in the plan you believe should be progressed and why?
Ingrid Jackson: I’m in favour of the whole economic development strategy and seeing it progressed, I’d like to see the economic development unit better resourced so they could
do that.
In particular I’m interested in strategies that empower collaboration and shared initiatives as I believe council’s role should be where possible to enable business community.
I like the smart biosphere concept because UNESCO’s real intent for the biosphere is for people creating a thriving economy and community in harmony with nature. Previous councils have changed that to be more about the environment only and it’s meant to be about people and their businesses.
Three things I think are highlights and should be actioned in the strategy.
1.Bold economic leadership, that’s described in detail in the strategy, in particular integrated goals and cross sector strategy, working together across various areas, and building partnerships across private and public sectors and local government.
2.Empowering business ecosystems, I like approach in collaboration with stakeholders, establishing economy industry plan that supports ecosystem development and explores areas of competitive advantage and sector trends.
3.Enabling infrastructure - this is about the development of an innovation zone in Noosa business centre, Noosa Civic area, working with stakeholders, facilitating process to explore funding mechanisms, models and partnership oppportunities, part of this infrastructure work is about developing employment land, land that exists that is marked for employment that hasn’t been fully utilised for opportunities for jobs and incomes for our people.
Question: With a 2023-24 budget of $171m council is a major business with elected Mayor and councillors essentially taking on the role of board of directors. Outline what experience you have with managing large businesses and boards and setting strategic direction of a company.
John Morrall: With my level of management over the years I’ve dealt with boards in hospitality, boards in the retail industry, boards in the fitness industry. I’ve worked with many boards, some in Japan, I’ve worked a lot on budgeting, strategy, everything that a board requires is what I used to put together for the board. Have I sat on boards? I’ve sat on many boards over thee years, Noosa tigers a few years ago, I sat on their board helping them get to where they wanted to be. My versatility in my business and all I’ve done enables me to look
at all facets of many businesses not just one, to sit ono a board and help me to work with all the councillors to take businesses to another level, I have an understanding of what the majority of our businesses are in this town. So working with boards for me I have no dramas with boards, happy to work with them again. Question: Outline your biggest concern in relation to council’s finances and how you would go about addressing that if elected.
Frank Wilkie: One of the advantages of being in LG for long time you get to understand that the financial figures you are given mean different things to what you would understand them to mean if you were in a corporation.
For example, having $116m in cash in the bank is a good thing. It doesn’t mean it’s free cash, it means it’s there for a specific purpose. You cannot spend it on anything . A lot of it is constrained funding -that is, funding for levies, for capital works. The current budget sits at $310m. Now that’s extraordinary because you take into account $136m operations revenue and add that to $170m in external grant funding to do capital works and and disaster recover work.
So, in terms of funding availability, that’s not a problem for NC, in terms of cash expense cover which is only required to be three months. every time you have rates collected you get a spike in that, that figure come down as it gets used for operational expenses, gets down to three-six months, when rates are called again you get spike in funding, towards end of the financial year it ends up being what it’s meant to be.
I do have a concern about emergent costs on the council budget, one thing the audit office says we need to be better at is having an asset management plan, since de-amalgamation we did not inherit the list of the assetsthe asset management plan, staff have had to start from scratch. they’ve decided to take a very diligent approach to it, They were compartmentalising all the assets. eg at The J every light fitting is considered an asset.
Are compiling all assets, what does occur, we’re still working through that process, especially with community halls, we are often hit with emergent costs that hadn’t been picked up in the asset plan, the better we get at asset management planning the best we can factor in these emergent costs and plan for them. So I’d have to say having a better asset management plan.
Question: Council has adopted various high level strategies and supporting plans that outline council’s short, medium and long term priorities and aspirations including economic development strategy, corporate plan, transport strategy. How would you ensure council delivers on actions of these strategies and plans?
Mat Bankes: First off, it’s going to be a team effort. How I would do it, is going to be how we will do it. How we would do it is undefined yet because any number of these people that I join will be a different unit in itself. Individually I’m going to approach it the way I approach it. If you’ve done your research you’ll know who I am and what I stand for and what I’m about. As each of these people are individuals as well.
Together what that unit looks like is going to mesh and be its own entity that will approach these things differently.
I’m going to be a team player, I’m going to work hard, I’m going to be out there in the public to get as much information, as much knowledge, as much contact with you guys as possible. I’ve got this image of a sieve of information that needs to come through our brains as councillors and mayor. We need to put that into one coherent dialogue of communication and into that space in the council.
It’s person who can take on the most amount of perspective with the most amount of compassion with biggest understanding from every point of view and angle that this council and shire is being looked at through your eyes
It’s our job; the best way possible to communicate that into the circle and have that as a team to guide the decision making process, guide what we advocate for. I’m going to be in your face and in your ears as much as possible and get as much feedback from you as possible. And I’ll to do the same to them - be in their face and ears as well.
Question: Population growth and visitor capacity is a concern of some residents. Maintaining economic growth is a necessary consideration for many residents working in small businesses operating in the region. What are your thoughts on best way to balance economic growth with visitor numbers?
Nicola Wilson: This is really the million dollar question, population growth and visitor numbers. We have to do a lot of work to find the right balance.There’s no easy answer I can give you in two minutes. The economic development strategy looks at the concept of a smart biosphere. I’d like to understand that further. Services are already struggling with population growth, and the effects of the fires, floods and landslides we’ve had. Any growth in visitor brings more pressure on those.Visitors also spend money in our local businesses, we like that.
We want businesses to thrive, of course. Those businesses need workers, they need somewhere to live, and transport to get to work. This is big lifecycle we need to solve. These are not new issues at all. There’s tons of council plans.
There are plans for everything, maybe too many to absorb in this short period over this election campaign. The Noosa plan does address this. The biggest thing in my opinion, we need solutions for housing to support residents and local businesses and we need to transport to transport people, not just cars, but people, that way businesses may get more freed up to do what they need to do and not be struggling with traffic congestion and all the other issues we face.
Question: There’s a growing residents’ first sentiment from some members of the community. Do you believe council’s approach to tourism appropriate and, if not, name actions you would like to take to change that.
Tom Wegener: Residents first. We were talking about homeless people coming in. I asked head of department who is a resident, she said all the people here. We have to house all the homeless. Everyone who comes here is quickly a resident, we don’t have a good definition of a resident. we are all coming here, very few are born here very few from Kabi Kabi nation. When it comes to residents first we should look after them. Noosa is a very beautiful place to live, because of that it’s a beautiful place to visit. I’m always focusing on making it the greatest place to live. We talk about the biosphere. We want to give this Noosa to the next generation better than we found it. To do that we need to maintain it.
First, I think Tourism Noosa has gone a bit rogue.
Second, we have planning scheme amendments coming before us, we can’t change the STAs through the planning scheme amend-
ments. It’s all been confidential. They’ll going to come out to public consultation. Hopefully we can wind back the STAs.
Question: The recent Destination Management Plan discussion paper has identified eight priority areas of concerns and potential solution, how would you address these issues
Brian Stockwell: If we’d had this event four years ago who would have said we need a DMP? I did. For the first six months of this term I talked to the heads of Tourism Noosa, heads of environment groups, community groups.
We need to separate the body that manages the destination and the marketing of the destination. That’s how we got to the point of investing in the DMP. It’s all about doing what we need to do to avoid impacts of our success. It’s all about how we as a community want to invite people in to enjoy the things that attract us here to live. I don’t need to have a priority because the consultation came back and it was really clear what the community said, about 46 per cent said we want transformational change. We don’t want the status quo. What does that mean? In three years up to 2022 we had 100,000 extra day trippers and how much did they contribute, just 10 per cent of what domestic overnight visitors contribute. When we look at priorities we say what market segments do we want to attract and we market to them. We used to say value over volume, this DMP concept of regenerative tourism says values over volume.We want people to come here for the same reasons we want to live here. Question: Transparency and accountability are crucial in local government. How do you plan to ensure transparency in decision making processes and make sure accountability and transparency to residents.
Alecia Staines: As far as transparency and accountability goes there’s various mechanisms. One thing I’d like to see is more co-design and not just consultation. We have various locked datasets within the website we could be transferring to more user-friendly information and publishing across social media.When motions are put forward and voted on I think there are easy ways we could be using social media instead of residents using YouTube. I am speaking from a millennial perspective. I think there are a lot of residents on Facebook who would find this easy. Looking at what other jurisdictions do as well, interstate there’s been trials that have been recognised as best practise in transparency and accountability. It’s similar to what I’m talking about, making things very user-friendly in a platform or way it’s easy to understand and digest, and actually reduces the amount of closed door meetings, where we have some interface where residents could be seeing this sort of information as well.
Question: What are the top three actions arising from your election policies you intend to progress and how do you propose to fund them.
safety being my priority as far as our residents go, so the first thing I’d like to do is to look at CCTV upgrades in our area, especially in high volume places. Drawing on my experience I’d look at vulnerability in community. I do a lot of vulnerability assessments, or used to. I’d look at where our vulnerabilities are, where we’re unsafe, listen to the community. I got a lot of responses on social media on safety in amenities, waterways. I’d like that to be one of the priorities, advocate for safer amenities.
Another thing the community has spoken to me about is the preservation of waterways, accessibility for more.
Lastly, I want to rebuild and connect council and community. Years ago there was a young council - a group of two members from every high school formed a young council and they gave us a great voice for our young people. I want to reconnect them.
We know if they’re part of community they’re less likely to commit crime, research shows. I’d bring skills from policing. I want to advocate for divisional council as well. A lot people feel disconnected. I have a lot of friend who don’t know six councillors that are currently in and that concerns me. I’d like to reconnect council with community. It’s about you not about us.
Question: The availability of affordable housing is one of the most significant issues facing local business, how would you address this?
Leigh McCready: I’m lucky to get this question as I am married to a builder. I’ve been hearing about these issues for a long time. Thanks to the Chamber we had a presentation on housing affordability about two months ago. What was presented at the meeting, the cost of new dwelling is made up of one third taxes, fees and charges by three levels of government. This is something that builders and residents have carried for along time, but it’s been recognised in the last fortnight by the state government, and they have decided they are going to reimburse councils for infrastructure charges, which are a significant part of cost of housing. That could have flow on effects where the cost of a dwelling could be reduced by construction charges. As well we have a situation where we like the idea of affordable housing, we like the idea of people and workers living close to work. Unfortunately there’s a bit of a sentiment that those more affordable dwellings not be near them. That needs to be addressed by the community. As a whole shire we need to consider how we look after workers and residents who need access to affordable housing. Question: In your view is council’s current delivery of services efficient and effective. If not, outline your top three priorities for improvement and how would you fund these improvements.
Amelia Lorentson: In my view while council may be delivering some services effectively
there’s always room for improvement to ensure efficiency and effectiveness across the board. I’m not content with mediocrity. I’m always asking questions and challenging staff, not to prove them wrong but to ascertain whether there’s better ways to do things.
Some of my priorities for improvementWe can streamline administrative processes and reduce bureaucratic red tape to increase speed and efficiency of service delivery and that I think that will result in cost savings.
We can implement technology solutions, AI solutions to automate routine tasks and reduce manual work. Improving transparency and accountability, we can implement mechanisms for community feedback and engagement to ensure services are responsive to the needs and priorities of residents.
In training and development, council already undertakes significant investment in staff training and development. As an advocate for improvement, we can do better.We need to foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the organisation to encourage staff to identify and implement new ideas for delivering services more effectively.
We also need to recognise and reward staff who demonstrate excellence in service delivery to incentivise high performance and motivation. We have some of the most dedicated and passionate people who go over and above the call of duty so recognising and rewarding staff is totally essential.
Seeking grants and funding to support specific improvement projects, collaboration and shared resources, partnering with neighbouring councils and other organisations to share resources and expertise, reducing costs and maximising impact of available funding.
Question: For the past two years general residential rates have increased on average 5.5 per cent per year. Given increasing costs of living, what approach will you take to rate increases.
Joe Jurisevic: For the past 10 years council has kept general rate increases at almost CPI while maintaining record capital works program.
We’ve been leveraging grants where possible.We’ve been looking at more diversification to take pressure off, opportunities like land availability, like the industrial land in Cooroy and John’s Landing.
One of the things we’ve delivered well in budget is a budget that comes from zero based budgeting. We go back to the beginning and draw a line. We say what are the projects and priorities, operation elements, we need to deliver this year, what are the costs of each of those to deliver. When you start at zero base you add costs incrementally based on projects you’re going to deliver that 12 months and don’t go beyond it. If you start from a zero base you work a budget that is achievable year in year out.
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Question: How do you plan to engage with and involve residents and businesses in decision making processes to ensure their perspectives are considered.
Andrea Newland: As a councillor addressing community complaints, concerns and requests that are not addressed or ignored is crucial for fostering trust and accountability within our community. I’ll approach these issues with active listening, transparent communications, with establishing accountability mechanisms collaborative problem solving, empowering committee, community engagement and following up and accountability.
I can elaborate. I’ll prioritise active listening to understand specific concerns of needs of community members. This involves in engaging in open dialogue, attending community meetings, hosting listening sessions and utilising various communication channels to encourage feedback and input from residents.
I’ll work to establish clear accountability mechanisms within council to ensure complaints, concerns and requests are properly documented, making sure systems for recording and monitoring community feedback are done, establishing protocols for response times and holding council members accountable. Collaborative problem solving, we’ll be doing that in council as well.
Question: In your opinion what are the most pressing issues facing community and how do you plan to address them?
Michelle Ngatai-Stokes: The most pressing issues, from community feedback, it’s roads, rates and rubbish. It’s also transparency, accountability. It’s also a lot of other things discussed here tonight. I think the main thing is communication, to be inclusive of community, to be united as many communities but all as one so council and community are all on the one page, to make the information available in real time for easy access, to consider the future. For transport, we don’t need to fix it now, we need a plan so in 20 years time when the population has an extra 50,000 people we can accommodate that. If we have light rail further down the line that will make transport easy. We’ve got to think outside the big square. Nothing’s impossible, we can’t say can’t, we can just say we can do better, we can fix things and make them better to do that we need to collaborate and unite with heartfelt connections amongst the community.
Question: Small business is the backbone of the local economy. What experience do you have with small to medium sized businesses and what will you do to grow this vital part of economy.
Karen Finzel: Our local government has a corporate plan with a 20 year projection. In this term of council I worked with other councillors to develop our 5-year vision to sit inside the corporate plan that will inform our decisions and priorities around community engagement. Small business is the backbone of the local economy. As a candidate I bring first hand experience and deep understanding of challenges and opportunities facing small to medium businesses in our community. Together my husband and I ran a small business. Prior to office I have always been actively involved in the business community, as an owner or through partnerships and collaborations and medium enterprises. In consulting and advisory work, I advised all sorts of community groups and represented community right through to federal government when I’ve worked on groups in all levels of government and in communities. My experience has given me a holistic understanding of diversity and concerns of small business across the community. In community engagement I’ve been actively involved in organisations that support small business such as Chambers of Commerce, business associations and economic development agencies.Through these engagements I’ve advocated for programs and policies that promote entrepreneurship, innovation and economic development.
Early polling booths opened on Monday with final voting day to be held on Saturday 16 March. The Chamber looks forward to hosting a relaxed evening event for members and guests in April to Meet Your New Mayor.
Local businesses interested in exporting to India will be able to learn more at one of 10 free two-hour workshops being help at locations across Queensland including the Sunshine Coast from March 12 to 22.
Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ) has organised the statewide roadshow with each session including the experiences of successful Queensland exporters who have entered the Indian market and advice on enhancing the capability and readiness of a business to engage in international trade.
Trade and Investment Queensland is the
Fromsingingandbushcaretoserviceclubsand art, there are a wide variety of groups in Noosa.
Join a vibrant community organisation working to preserve our local heritage. Our displays recreate the times of first-nations people and the pioneer settler lifestyle, early technology and tools, even vintage fire engines. We’re custodians of heritage photos and family histories, we do themed displays, live events, publications and presentations.We need people with a range of passions, including writing and promotion, information management, historical research, mechanical and general maintenance, administration and all-round people skills. Volunteering at the museum is a rewarding experience. For more information, see our website: noosamuseum.org
YANDINA COUNTRY MUSIC
Yandina welcomes guest artists The Gecko Brothers to the ACMA concert on Sunday 17 March. You’ll also enjoy popular country music and other upbeat, crowd-pleasing favourites from local artists backed by a great house band. See you at the Hall of Fame, 24 Steggalls Road, 12 noon start. Raffle and door prizes, BYO lunch, free tea and coffee. Entry $10, members $8. Enquiries 0437 191 004. We are a not-forprofit organisation and the proceeds will go towards the upkeep of the hall.
ADFAS TALK
Adfas lecture will be on Saturday 9 March at St Mary’s Church, 17 William St, Tewantin at 4pm. The talk ‘That Woman or The Duches of StyleTime to reassessWallis Simpson by Anna Sebba, will explore the clothes, jewellery and homes of Wallis Simpson, The Duchess of Windsor and the power she had over a King. Book at membershipnoosaadfas@gmail. comVisitor fee $30 includes wine and canapes.
WOMEN’S SHED
Noosa Women’s Shed is holding a picnic in the park to celebrate National Women’s Shed week on Saturday 9 March from 12.30pm at Noosaville Lions Park, GympieTerrace, Noosaville, near the River Stage. Come along and hear our story. BYO chair, food and drinks. If the weather turns bad you’ll find us at our usual venue, Noosa Seniors,11Wallace Drive Noosaville.
More details atnoosawshed.com.au or facebook.com/NoosaWomensShed
QCWA
First street stall for the year for QCWA Tewantin-Noosa is on Thursday 21 March 8-10.30am or earlier if sold out. Baking, jams, preserves, expert handicrafts and plants. Social Cuppa, Chat & Create meetups every Thursday 9 - 11am. Everyone welcome for a chat and make new friends. Next branch meeting Wednesday 27 March 5-7pm at QCWA Hall, next to Tewantin PO. Enquiries Jennifer 0409 063 738
The Zonta Club of Noosa is hosting its International Womens’ Day Breakfast on 8 March at Noosa Springs, Links Drive, Noosa Heads at 7.30am. The guest speaker will be Dr Dimity Dornan, a speech pathologist, author, bionics advocate and researcher. She is the founder of the Hear and Say Centre for Deaf Children and the founder of Bionics Qld (BIONQ) which was established to promote the development of the human bionic industry in Queensland.
Tickets $45 per person and are available at trybooking.com/COKGN
Queensland Government’s dedicated global business agency, helping Queensland exporters take their products to world markets like India and promoting Queensland as the perfect place for investment.
The Sunshine Coast workshop will be held on Friday 22 March from 8.30-10.30am at Altitude 9, Level 9, City Hall, cnr First Ave and South Sea Islander Way, Maroochydore.
Event details and registration information is available online at tiq.qld.gov.au/ queensland-business/how-we-help/indiainsights-roadshow
Red Cross Tewantin - Noosa Branch meet monthly on the third Friday of each month. the next meeting will be on Friday 15 March at Tewantin Noosa RSL. Doors open 10am followed by meeting. All welcome. For more information contactValerie 0466 846 110.
VEGGIE VILLAGE
Veggie Village at Rufous St Peregian Beach is a community garden growing organic fruit, herbs and vegetables. Membership is open to anyone who wants to learn more about gardening, share their knowledge or just make some friends. Veggie Village has individual plots for rent plus communal plots that we look after and share. Contact us on info@veggievillage.org.au or visit veggievillage.org.au
The next meeting of the Tewantin Noosa Garden Club will be held on Monday 11 March at the Anglican Church, 17 William Street, Tewantin. The guest speaker will be a representative from Bendigo Bank who will speak on credit card fraud. Plant sales competition table raffles and afternoon tea. Guests welcome. For more information contact Len 0417 604 889.
LEARN UKULELE
Ukulele Group Lessons now available with Cherry the Ukulele Lady. A 6 week course will be starting soon near Cooroibah. Each lesson is one hour long with a cuppa afterwards. (Adults only). For more details - 0410 573 629.
Fabric donations always needed. Boomerang Bags are sewn from recycled fabric with the aim of reducing single use plastic bags and minimising landfill from discarded textiles. Any unwanted fabric, doona covers, sheets, denim, curtains or upholstery fabric can be dropped off at Wallace House (near the Noosa library) on a Monday or Wednesday morning or phone Ned on 0411 784 911.
WAVES OF KINDNESS
Waves of Kindness Care Centre Cooroy meets at the Uniting Church Hall, 51 Maple Steet Cooroy on Tuesdays. Join Our Ladies Craft Group every Tuesday from 10am to 12pm for morning tea, BYO craft. We are open from 1pm to 3.30pm for Welfare Appointments. Call 0499 091 352.
The Parkinsons Activity Group, provides activities for Parkinsons sufferers, the activities range from Boxercise in the Box Office, 25 Project Avenue (0422 485 482) Georgina, Physioled exercise (0490 444 255) Emily, Speech Therapy voice and choir (0400 037 901) Edwina. Call Ann for an info pamphlett on 0458 009 601. Parkinsons Group meets the third Friday of each month at Noosa Tewantin Bowls Club at 10.30am for information and lunch. You need to stay active and socialise to help deal with the symptoms.
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 NoosaTri 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.
Find out about exporting to India at local workshop.
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 throughacommunitygardeninarelaxed,social and sustainable environment through growing together“. Our summer gardening hours are Friday 7.30-10am. After harvest which is shared amongst the gardeners, we enjoy a chat over a cuppa. Further details please call Erika 0409 300 007.
Our Classical Music Group meets in a private home in Noosaville each Thursday from 2-4pm and either watch a Classical Music DVD or listen to Classical Music CDs. There is no charge but I do appreciate a donation of $2 for afternoon tea/coffee biscuits. Please phone Lyn on 5449 0537 for more details.
We are a fun, friendly, seniors social group. We welcome couples and singles to join us for morning coffee everyTuesday at the Noosa Marina wine bar Tewantin, from 10am and every Thursday at the Boathouse on the Noosa River from 10 am. We also have a monthly program of lunches, dinners, picnics, walks and other fun activities. Contact Joan on 0419 517 869 for more details.
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.
· U3A Noosa Friday Talks are held at 1.30 pm at U3A, 64 Poinciana Ave, Tewantin.
· Friday 8 March – David Braddock - History of the Maryborough Sugar Industry.
· Friday 22 March - Associate Professor Kevin Alford - The story of Captain James Cook as you have never heard it.
Full details available on U3A website u3anoosa.com.au/ or phone 5440 5500.
Workshops (bookings required):
· Colour intensive for watercolorists with Jan Lawnikanis: Saturday and Sunday 23 & 24 March, 9 am – 4 pm.
· Monoprinting with Lizzie Connor: Saturday and Sunday 13 & 14 April, 9 am – 4 pm.
· Abstraction, Acrylics and Artistry with Janey Richards: Saturday & Sunday 20 & 21 April, 9 am – 3 pm.
· Bathing Beauties with Cathy Spencer: Wednesday 24 April, 9 am – 4 pm.
To book events phone 5474 1211, email create@noosaartsandcrafts.org.au or visit noosaartsandcrafts.org.au
The Heritage Centre at 17 Emerald Street in Cooroy welcomes visitors to research family and local history.Volunteers are there to help. Access a wide range of resources including a library, computers, digital databases and subscriptions to MyHeritage, Ancestry.com, FindmyPast and more.
Open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays 9.30am-1pm Information ph. 07 3129 0356 or visit genealogy-noosa.org.au
At Noosa Women’s Shed our focus is to teach women tool-based skills. Members can attend tool learning sessions on Mondays and Saturdays in our workshop.
On the second Saturday of every month, we have a general meeting, held at Noosa Seniors, 11 Wallace Drive Noosaville from 1.30pm. All are welcome. Come along and hear our story, tour our shed, chat with like minded women. Find out more about us at noosawshed.com.au or facebook.com/NoosaWomensShed
Want to join a group of like-minded men for mateship, camaraderie and networking? The Noosa Men’s Shed provides a venue for the men of Noosa to gather in an environment of traditional Australian mateship. It aims to advance the health, well being and social inclusion based on individual interests of the members.
Apart from social interaction, support and companionship, the Shed offers facilities and support for many activities: woodwork, metalwork, gardening, arts studio, music, hobbies (leatherwork, technology, amateur radio), health and wellbeing, bee keeping, aquaponics and hydroponics. Membership is $120 per year and application forms are available from the Shed office on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8am to 11am at Rotary Lane off Wallum Lane, Noosa Springs.
Weekly roster for Tewantin- Noosa
Meals on Wheels beginning Monday 11 March.
Monday Drivers: Rotary D Break, Tony, Darryl, Geoff, Driver needed for F Run, Patricia, Ian, Jason, Robyn, Judy and Eileen
Kitchen: Geoff, Renee, Janet.
Tuesday Drivers: Laguna, Lin, Tania and Friends, Penny, Driver needed for E Run, Driver needed for G Run, Carlee and Gordon, Catherine
Kitchen: Chris, Ann,
Wednesday Drivers: Martina, Trish and Karen Alan and Cynthia , Kevin, Rosemary H, Catherine and Trevor, Simone, John and Helen, Bronwyn and Nick
Kitchen: Denise, Chris, Judi, John, Jerry
Thursday Drivers: Kyle, Heidi, Sue, Donna, Maro and Jim, Kerryn and Stuart, Ian, Martina, Michael, Sharon and Mal
Kitchen: Donal, Vicki, Sharon
You can also check the roster on our website mealsonwheels-tewantinnoosa.org.au
If you are unavailable or can do an extra run, phone the kitchen on 54497659.
We are looking for drivers and kitchen volunteers.
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A very special modified surf carnival took place at Noosa Main Beach last Saturday morning.
Fifty-six participants and their family members from Noosa, North Burleigh, Dicky Beach and Mooloolaba surf lifesaving clubs and 80 surf lifesaving volunteers from these clubs as well as Sunshine Beach, Kurawa and Port Douglas met for the first ever Surf Life Saving joint disability Program in Australia.
On the beach, surf lifesaving volunteers of all ages led participants through warm up, an obstacle course, a tube rescue activity, a wade and a board rescue paddle before free time catching waves and paddling kayaks. Afterwards Olympian Dawn Fraser and Life Governor Ron Lane presented all participants with a certificate and refreshments.
The day was a huge success and we could not have held such an event without the tireless support of our team of Noosa Surf Club volunteers, Peter Williams and his team, Jo Power, Lorna Macchia and the administration staff at NHSLC, Noosa Seahorse Nippers founder Steve Mawby said.
“I don’t know how we can thank the Noosa community enough,” Deb Hazelwood of North Burleigh SLSC said.
“Last weekend, 11 families and support crew travelled from the Gold Coast to participate.
“Whilst families and children were hesitant, as many have not been away from their home base in years, they embraced the opportunity to push through their comfort zones and preplan for this special weekend.
It was the first break from home since 2018, not counting hospital visits, for Danica and Troy, who travelled from North Burleigh with their three sons Rhiley, 14, Tristan, 12 and Lucas, 10, all taking part in the event.
“As a group travelling together, we had the opportunity to support each other,” Deb said.
“On arrival at Noosa SLSC on Saturday morning, we were welcomed with open arms. From the bus driver to the volunteers, everyone was amazing. The program was so well organised and the children had smiles from ear to ear.”
The generosity of the Noosa RACV Resort, Burleigh Lions Club, Tewantin Noosa Lions Club, the North Burleigh Surf Club, Mooloolaba SLSC and the restaurant at the Noosa SLSC allowed our participants to get away for the weekend, something that was not easily possible, Soo Smith of Mooloolaba SLSC said.
“The children excelled in this environment and parents were excited that the children were trying new activities and mixing socially with the other children. It was wonderful to see the parents bonding and making new relationships,” she said.
Saturday’s event was the first step in establishing an annual day at Noosa that focuses on programs in surf lifesaving for participants with a disability, accessibility and support to the patrol areas and a pathway into surf life saving.
It is now 18 months since Wes Berg arrived at Sunshine Beach Surf Club and since doing so, has made an incredible positive impact within the club. This has resulted in all its athletes performing at their highest level. The former Nutri Grain Ironman, bought with him a wealth of knowledge and experience.
The benefit of this has been the building of an incredible program, and establishing a culture at the club, which is changing the dominance of clubs on the Sunshine Coast. The club squad has grown in numbers, and success is also on the increase.The results at the recent Shannon Eckstein Classic, the biggest and final event of the series, saw an abundance of good results for Sunshine.
For example, Electra Outram has had a stellar season coming off the back of a 4th place overall in the recent Nutri Grain Series, and finishing 8th overall in the Summer of Surf Series. By doing this, she has shown consistency and dominance in the top Ironwoman ranks under coach Wes Berg. Another great performance came from Gemma Welch Smith who took out the open surf race, winning by a wave in front of the entire field: thus claiming, her maiden Shaw and Partners Summer of Surf Open Surf Race victory.
Others to perform and bring pride to their club were: Dylan Wilson, Ava Gooderham, Niamh Arthur and Brendan Otto. Dylan finished 3rd overall in the U17 ironman point score and dominated the U17 age group, Ava finished 3rd in the U15 iron woman a great result. Niamh is performing well in the U15 board section and Brendan Otto, as an U19 swimming in the open division, is also one to watch.
To finish on a high note, at the Sunshine Coast Branch Youth Titles, Sunshine on the Saturday, won the overall points score for water events by 52 points: thus, showing the results of a great program, run by surf sports director Brigid Duncanson.
It would have to be the best performance by the club in 12 years. Under the coaching duo of Wes Berg and wife Jade Berg, the morale and spirit is very high and everyone is happy to be racing under the red, yellow and black cap. For a long time, this section of competition was the domain of either Alexandra Headlands or Maroochydore: however, for now, the times they are a changing.
From over the hill at Noosa Heads SLSC, the Super Sunday Shaw and Partners, Shannon Eckstein Iron man classic also produced some good results. In the open women’s Run Swim Run, Finella Gibbs-Beal finished 1st, and in the men’s Nolan Carrel 3rd and Kilian Carrel 4th. The Open Women’s Board race saw Jordan Mercer finish 5th.
In the U17 Iron Women’s Mikaela Price finished 6th and the Open Women’s Double Ski
Jordan Mercer / Carla Papac 3rd. For Super Saturday, the day prior, Open Women’s Ski Events saw great results for the Noosa Ladies, when Jordan Mercer/Carla Papac finished 1st in the Double Ski and in the OpenWomen’s Ski Relay, of Jordan Mercer/ Carla Papac/Courtney Bryant also finished 1st. All in all, great results for both clubs, from the Summer of Surf.
Now for the Queensland State Titles March 21st we wish both clubs the very best.
Outriggers
Last weekend was indeed a big event for the Noosa Outriggers Club. It was the annual running of the iconic Sydney Harbour Challenge. This three-day event consists of a mini challenge on the Friday for novice OC1s and 2s as a warn up for Sydney. Friday’s race is for new paddlers to compete in this 12km race on the Harbour amongst ferries, sails and cruisers and give ocean racing a go.
Saturday is when the big guns meet to take on one of Australia’s biggest paddling challenges. This is a spectacular race physically and mentally attracting teams from all around Australia and Internationally.
Ocean racing along Sydney’s cliffs requires confidence and skill. Sydney’s Ozone Downwinder hosted by Kurnell Outriggers is for small craft to race 20kms from Kurnell to Cronulla.
There were a few crews from Noosa who towed their canoes all the way to Sydney to compete and some were rewarded with great results. In Saturdays racing team Bodo steered by club President Bodo Letsches, took out the gold in the Masters Men’s, while Team Rocco came second in the Golden Masters Mixed. Their team mate Team Phil finished third in the same race.
On Sunday Glen Brown took 2nd in the Golden Masters Men OC1, while Flea White and K.Dee Root came 1st in the Women’s OC 2, and Chris Kelly 3,rd in the Senior Masters
men’s paddling an OC 1. Next race in our zone will be hosted by Coffs Coast Outriggers. This is yet another success story when it comes to the performance of a good sporting club within our community: one which also provides for the youth of today.
Rugby League
Over the weekend Noosa Pirates Rugby League Club travelled to Kawana where three teams had games in the Sunshine Coast 9s competition. In the reserve grade game, the Pirates made the final against Bribie Island, going down 4 nil. As the score indicates it was a very tight game and Pirates were unlucky not to score on several occasions: however, their free running, ball control plus the final score were good indications for the season ahead.
Both the women’s and the A grade had good wins and a loss each. However, they didn’t finish high enough on the ladder to make the final. All sides will now focus on full trial games, on 16 March at Pirate Park Tewantin. Head Coach Michael Duff was quite happy with the performance of the teams.
Regarding the lead up to the season, the coach is pleased with all aspects of the club life. “Our players at training, with good numbers in all grades, is very encouraging, and their attitude is very good. Add to this we will now field a third-grade side and this will be coached by Tony Mallory.”
From a supporters point of view the atmosphere at training nights is also tops: and most of all it is very notable that the vast majority going through their workouts, are fully dressed in club colours. This indeed tells us that club pride is definitely on the up and up. In the fight game there is a saying beware of the hungry fighter, but in rugby league they say, beware of the proud man. And the wearing of full colours at training is the first sign of pride.
For 16 March all trial games will be conducted on Field1, 1pm C grade Noosa Men’s vs Mary Valley, 2.30 Noosa Reserve grade vs South Toowoomba Tigers, 4.pm.Noosa A grade vs South Toowoomba. Then for Round 1of SCGRL Open Women’s Competition for 2024 will see Noosa vs Beerwah.
A trivial matter
It may be only a matter of trivial importance, but it is interesting to note the number of the youth within our community who are heavily involved in the many sports: and available to both boys and girls. All football codes, surf club nippers and juniors, swimming, little athletics, netball, tennis, amateur boxing, cricket, martial arts and now outriggers.
With our evening news being highlighted by an increasing number of violent acts, it makes you wonder just how many, are also playing sport. Some years ago, in Sydney, a judge dared to ask a youthful gang of hoons, how many of them, were indeed playing sport. When the arresting police officer answered, “No one is into any type of sport, your Honor.” No one stirred when the judge answered, “Why am I not surprised.”
Why have these- tough- guy hoons, with switch blade and machete never indulged in sport, in particular one that requires self-discipline.
Is it a lack of high school guidance, fatherly interest or what.
With some glamourous weather over the last weekend there has been heaps of fantastic reports- with good long tail kicking around behind the bar and behind Rainbow Beach, also all over the Sunny Coast as well.
Alongside these long tails there’s been no shortage of mac tuna and spanish kicking around the edges of the bust ups.
There have also been good reports of spanish being caught off the beach just behind the breaks eating dart and tailor.
The offshore scene has had some good reports if you can get your bait to the bottom with the terrible summer run.
When the baits got to the bottom good red emperor, large mouth nanny gai and small mouth sweet lip, jews and snapper have also been on the chew early morning and late afternoon.
On the inshore scene there has been a few giant herring getting caught off Inskip at the sink hole and heaps of jacks and barras getting caught up all the little creeks.
The straits have been fishing quite well, as well, for barra, with a couple even over that metre mark.
The fresh water has had the jacks pushed to the mouths of flowing creeks away from that dirty water and the barra pushed up the backs.
Live garfish and mullet have been the go, but if you can’t get them live, fresh dead gar and mullet has also been doing the trick just as well.
On the lures scene, jerk baiting lay downs for barra and jacks has had good results, alongside skip casting plastics up the backs of mangroves for jacks.
The creeks have also had heaps of muddies getting around and the sand flats have been producing good whiting on fresh yabbies.
Off the beaches, spanish have been caught and seen in the breaking waves chasing dart and tailor.
Getting a stick bait out there or a fresh dart or tailor is the key to catching one of those big
spanish mackerels.
How ever if you don’t have the gear for that there has been loads of big darts being caught by throwing little 10–30-gram metals out then fast winding back.
There has also been the odd GT in the mix as well doing that.
The Double Island lagoon has had big whiting and flathead everywhere at the moment with big legal live whiting being the key to success for those big flatheads.
If freshwater is your thing, then things are
looking good with water starting to clear/
The bass and sootys have been firing right up, smashing the surface in the Mary River and surrounding creeks.
If saratoga are on your to-catch-list then you’ve got to get out to Borumba.
There have been tons of reports of heaps of toga getting around the dam and heaps of small bass.
The saratoga have been sitting on that grass line since the water has come up, eating all the bugs.
Surface or little jerk baits are your best bid for a good toga.
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.
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From sport to dancing or walks, there’s plenty of ways to get active in Noosa.
WALKING NETBALL
With a focus on fun and social interaction rather than competition, it is a great way to stay active, energized, and meet some new friends. The aim of fast walking (rather than running) is to keep it safe and injury-free for all. No team is required; just come along and play. Registration is $37, then $5 for each game you play. Wednesday 6-7:30pm, Noosa Netball courts, McKinnon Drive, Tewantin. Call Jane 0407 480 125 for more information.
SUNNY COASTERS LINEDANCING
We are a warm, welcoming, inclusive, friendly bunch who love to dance. With five classes offered each week together with absolute beginner workshops also starting periodically each term, there is something for everyone. Classes are held inTewantin and Noosaville and taught by Sue who is a passionate teacher with over 30
years experience. Take an ‘average day’, build in some dance and realise the positive and rewarding results from a little music, a few Boot Scoot’n steps and encouraging vibes.Visit sunnycoasterslinedancing.com.au or phone Sue on 0408 337 262.
FREE TENNIS AT TEWANTIN
As a special promotion, there will be free tennis court hire at the Tewantin Noosa Tennis Club until 28 February. The Tewantin Noosa Tennis Club is situated at the Noosa Sports Complex, McKinnon Drive, Tewantin. Simply log onto the Club website and use the promo code FREEFEB24 to book a court. Visit play. tennis.com.au/tewantintennisclub/court-hire
TRY LAWN BOWLS
If you are looking for a low-impact, therapeutic exercise that can improve fitness, coordination and confidence, then lawn bowls is the sport for you. The Cooroy Community Bowls Club, located at Your Mates Bowls Pub, 5 Opal
Street, Cooroy, offers social bowls every Tuesday and Saturday afternoon. There is no need to book, simply turn up at 12 noon. For further information contact Maureen (club president) on 0419 588 661.
SUNDAY DANCE
Every Sunday, from 12.30, at the Tewantin Masonic Hall, Moorindil St. We start by teaching basic dance steps, then Waltz, old time, New Vogue, Ballroom Dances and a little Latin. We run through to 4pm. Lots of fun and dancing, including a 20 min. tea/coffee break to socialise. (Only $10) Hope to see you there. Singles or couples welcome. Just rock up or phone Andrew 0429 829 328. For more info, please visit andrewsclassdance.com
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.
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FRI 8TH MARCH: Showers
SUN 10TH MARCH: Passing showers. Breaks
MON 11TH MARCH: Passing showers. Broken
TUES 12TH MARCH: Mostly
WED 13TH MARCH: Decreasing
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.
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.
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. Wednesday mornings: 8.45am-10.15am 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 10-11.45am 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.
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.
FIRST GRADE: Needing a draw to secure top spot, Thunder batted on last Saturday (Day two) against the Glasshouse Rangers. The last wicket partnership started at 48 with Chris Hopper in to join Zac Murray. Both batted sensibly with the boys adding another 40 runs taking the score to 316 and the partnership to 88, officially breaking the 10th wicket partnership club record for 1st grade of 80 set in 2004.
Murray took the new ball and to say it was slow going would make it sound exciting. Ben Laughlin came on and took the first wicket in the 12th over with the score 20 and then the next on 32. From there Glasshouse crept to 66 off 36 overs before Lauglin took another to have Glasshouse four down. At this point they needed 250 off 45 overs to win so it they were only batting for the draw.
Thunder kept changing the field settings and the bowlers but it was a slog and Glasshouse kept batting patiently. Michael Eckard, Laughlin and Murray toiled well before the new ball saw the game finished with Zac bowling one of his best spells and ending up with 4-42 off 17 overs. Ben Laughlin took 4-71 off his 20 overs.
Second placed Caboolture ended up losing so Thunder will finish 24 points clear on top of the table and play Coolum next Saturday and Sunday in the Semi-Final at Read Park commencing at 11.30am.
SECOND GRADE: The team were at Coolum on Day two of their match needing an outright win to make the finals. With their score at 2-59 overnight needing 55 more to secure first innings, the plan was to pass their score before sending Coolum back hoping to roll them quickly. Thunder eventually declared with a 30-run lead.
With 51 overs to bowl them out and hopefully have enough time to chase runs, Thunder could not have started better with both Oliver Wilson and Tyron De Kauwe picking up wickets in the first overs to have them 2-1.With another wicket from Tyron in the 8th over to have them 3-38, Thunder were then made to wait for the 4th which fell at 70 and another wicket at 5-73 in the 26th over and the game was well and truly still alive.
However they dug in and later with them 8 wickets down, stumps were called and that was season over for the team.
Captain Tristan Griffin commented after the game, “A big thank you to all the boys who played through the season, filled in for us when we needed, those who gave it their all throughout the year and those who helped me through the season in my first year as captain. It’s been a wild up and down year but we all had a lot of fun!”
THIRD GRADE: The team finished their season down at Caboolture last Saturday. The Snakes needed 60 to pass Thunder’s Day One score which they did comfortably and then batted for the rest of the day. The TewantinNoosa bowlers eventually dismissed them for 290 with wickets being spread amongst all of our bowlers. Aedan Mayo bowled beautifully for 3 and deserved 6. Brandon Henderson, Luke Anstey, Richard Lee, Ben Blackwell and Justin Latimer all toiled well for wickets. Missed chances cost Thunder the most with 8 going down but not enough runs on Day One was the ultimate issue. End of another season with lots of learnings. Onwards and upwards for next season!
FOURTH GRADE: The Thunder team started off the day against Cooroy-Eumundi with wickets in hand and runs to be scored to increase their 1st innings lead of 60. The Holland father/son batting partnership started off before Jackson Holland fell early followed by his dad (Jeremy Holland) who had scored 39. Eventually the team finished on 193 runs and a lead of 74.
Bowling started off well with Jackson Holland taking one in his second over due to a good catch from Eddie Whydchart. Both the Hollands kept dots rolling until Rory Ramsden came into the attack and took an early wicket. Max Joyce then comes onto bowl and snagged a wicket in his first over. The batsmen dug in for a while after that before Brian Lee broke through. CooperWithers then joined the party getting one on his first ball. Another wicket fell from a direct hit from him. Cooroy then declared at 8 down for 140.
With 66 runs to get for an outright win , the
skipper put gun batsmen Jeremy Holland on with young Rory Ramsden who hit the winning runs, Jeremy (37) and Rory Ramsden (30*). This saw Thunder beat Cooroy-Eumindi outright and that was a great way to finish their season.
The team’s captain, Matt Mayo announced his retirement after the game.
UNDER 13S Grand Final: The team were playing the undefeated Coolum Sharks in last Saturday’s Grand Final. All the Thunder players bowled a disciplined line and length to limit the Sharks to 149. Then the Thunder batters started well with Luke McCready (34), Cooper Maloney (42) and Henry Blackwell (22) all retiring not out. Then the middle order tripped, stumbled and stuttered, but thanks to a gutsy innings by Archie Pentecost (24 off 25 balls) the Thunder boys stayed in the contest bringing Luke McCready then Cooper Maloney back to the crease. Archie Pentecost retired bringing Henry Blackwell back in to help steady the ship and bring home the spoils. Premiers in their Grade. Great team result.
The coach commented later-“Proud of them for their achievement and so looking forward to watching them play the longer forms of the game in the seasons ahead.”.
UNDER 15sA played last Sunday in the Grand Final against Caloundra Lighthouses, the team who finished the regular season on top of the table. TNT were full of confidence after their good win away against Caboolture the week before. TNT won the toss and elected to bat but were 3-8 early after one of Caloundra’s opening bowlers got 3 wickets in his first 3 overs. 10 runs were added before the 4th wicket fell and despite a good partnership from Aedan Mayo and Alek Dillewaard the team were all out for 68 in the 34rd over.
Caloundra started the chase calmly, getting to 37 before the loss of the second wicket, then the nerves started to kick in with 2 crazy run outs (4-47). With the score at 8-59, Caloundra still needed 10 to win. They fell over the line, all out for 94.
While the result didn’t go their way it was a great contest between two good sides. The TNT boys can hold their heads high after their performances throughout the year and to get to a Grand Final in the U15A’s which has a lot of high-quality teams. They showed real fight and fielded unbelievably in the two finals games to give themselves a chance.
Thanks to Matt Mayo and Anthony Blackwell who have coached this side for two seasons straight, working with the boys each week to improve not only their skills but how they go about their cricket out in the middle.
For the 10th year in succession, Noosa Masters Swimming Club has triumphed in the Vorgee National Endurance 1000 competition.
This result was emphatic, with Noosa’s 20,264 points leaving the 151 other clubs to tussle in Noosa’s wake. The 10-year record has never been matched.
But the current celebrations have been tinged with some sadness.
In 2013, the club’s much-loved president Pat Mooney was suffering from inoperable cancer. Under Pat’s leadership, Noosa was enjoying unprecedented success at competitive meets, and moderate success in the Endurance competition. To lift Pat’s spirits, and to honour his role in the club, the Noosa swimmers set out determinedly to win the coveted national en-
durance trophy.
By the time of Pat’s death in April, Noosa Masters were well on the way to their target. It was a remarkable turnaround. In 2012, the club had posted 14,524 points. By the end of 2013, Noosa had grabbed the top spot on the national scoreboard with 25,161 points. Perennial trophy winners – Hobart’s Talays – were stunned. But their dismay turned to admiration when, at the national championships’ awards dinner, the campaign to honour Pat was explained to a hushed audience.
Since then, Noosa Masters have been unassailable in the E1000 national competition. Ten trophies line the display cabinet at the Noosa Aquatic Centre – one for each of the 10 years since 2013, except for the Covid year of 2020, when the competition was suspended.
The E1000 competition is a year-long program of timed swims. Gaining maximum points means completing 62 swims against benchmark times. All swim strokes are included, and the events range from 400 metres to a challenging 60 minutes.
In the true spirit of Masters swimming, the E1000 program is both democratic and competitive. Democratic participation is assured, as anyone who completes even a single swim over the year gains points for their club. The competitive impulse sees more capable and ambitious swimmers aiming to gain top points in all 62 swims.
In 2023, of the 63 swimmers around the nation who achieved top points, eight were from Noosa Masters. But the Noosa total of 20,264 was built on the efforts of all 60 swimmers from the club. Pat Mooney would be proud.
In any club sport, there’s nothing better for getting the old competitive juices going than playing against rival clubs, and croquet is certainly no exception. Indeed ‘aiming to make the team’ to play against the other five clubs on the Sunshine Coast, is often one of the stated motivations of those new members who come to join our Noosa Croquet Club.
Until a few years ago however, the route to achieve this goal, was not as easy as it might have sounded. On the Coast, there have long been opportunities for experienced players at two different levels of handicap skills, to play in inter-club Pennant and Shield competitions. What was needed, was a competition between clubs for players who are new to the game, who would naturally have high initial handicaps. In conversations back in 2018, prior to the COVID 19 arrival up here, the respective Presidents of the Nambour and Noosa croquet clubs, Pat Habner and Niven Gugich respectively, created an annual two-match home/away competition for the less experienced players of their two clubs. Just a week or so ago, the Noosa Club won back the Habner/Gugich Shield from their friendly rivals down the road who had been victorious the previous year. The yearly results now stand at 3 to Noosa and 2 to Nambour.
Such has been the success of this initiative, that a new division, the Plate, has now been added to the inter-club competitions across all six clubs of the region. Noosa is fielding teams at all three divisional levels in 2024. Go Noosa!
One of the Sunshine Coast’s largest events is set to return this week, with the Mooloolaba Triathlon taking place on 9 and 10 March.
The Mooloolaba Triathlon welcomes thousands of participants to the region each year, with the 32nd running of the event taking place this weekend.
More than 5000 athletes are headed to Mooloolaba for two days of racing, with first time triathletes, veterans of the sport and rising stars mixing together on course.
Minister for Tourism and Sport, Michael Healy, said this sporting event perfectly highlights the natural landscape and great lifestyle of the region.
“The Mooloolaba Triathlon‘s growing popularity and reputation as a world-class sporting event has made it a must-do for competitors and their support crews across the globe.
“This year’s event is expected to attract almost 14,000 visitors who’ll cheer, compete, eat and stay locally, support local businesses and make the most of the magnificent Sunshine Coast, while injecting more than $6 million into the local visitor economy.”
Geoff Meyer, The IRONMAN Group Oceania managing director, thanked the triathlon community for their ongoing support of the Mooloolaba Triathlon.
“We’re thrilled to have the Mooloolaba Triathlon returning this week, with more than 5,000 athletes set to join us for two days of racing,” said Meyer.
“This is an event that appeals to so many different people, from those just getting involved in their triathlon journey to veterans of the sport, and we look forward to having them all swimming, riding and running their way through Mooloolaba and its surrounds across the weekend.
“The Mooloolaba Triathlon has grown over the years to become one of the highlights of the Sunshine Coast events calendar,” he said.
“From its first running back in 1993 with 255 individual competitors and 74 teams, to this year where we will welcome more than 5,000 athletes and over 600 volunteers, the Mooloolaba Triathlon is an event not to miss.” Sunshine Coast Events Board Chair John Williams said the mass participation event
was a significant major event for the Sunshine Coast calendar and the wider triathlon community that choose to travel to the sensational destination.
“It is great to see the event grow from strength to strength with new and returning participants helping to boost economic benefits for Mooloolaba and the broader Sunshine Coast,” Mr Williams said.
“We really value the Mooloolaba Triathlon being held here, because it continues to offer such a good return on investment through the Sunshine Coast Council’s Major Events Sponsorship Program.”
Saturday will see the Sprint Triathlon take place, which offers a great opportunity for a
mix of people to take part, whether you’re a beginner keen for your first triathlon, or an experienced athlete who wants to race yourself against the clock. The Sprint Triathlon consists of a 750m swim, 20km ride and 5km run, finishing on the Mooloolaba Esplanade.
The Standard Triathlon will take place on Sunday 12 March, with triathletes taking on a 1.5km swim, 40km ride and 10km run. Sunday’s event will also include a relay option for those wanting to enter as a team.
The Mooloolaba Triathlon is supported by the Queensland Government through Tourism and Events Queensland.
For more on the Mooloolaba Triathlon, visit mooloolabatri.com.au
I’m writing this four days out, and a lot can happen with weather and waves over that period, but as I peruse the swell charts now, I’d have to say that this is the most promising run of swell we’ve seen predicted for the Noosa Festival of Surfing in quite a few years.
Of course, the real First Point is still hiding under all that sand, but over the summer we’ve seen it trying to make a comeback of sorts, and at most tides now, with a little bit of east quarter swell, there is definitely a contestable wave not far from where Firstie used to be. By Friday we should see some action from the combination of a high pressure system and building trade-winds in the Coral Sea. As surfing gets underway on Saturday, fingers crossed the trade-winds will be in full effect, with a two to four feet easterly swell which might even jack a little as the weekend progresses. From there it looks likely that we’re in for easterly swell in the three to five feet range (some pundits are saying a bit bigger) hanging in most of the week.
As I said at the start, it’s too early to call as I write, but the experts are pretty much in agreement that we’re in for easterly swell and ESE winds for most of the window, and that spells Noosa’s points. Wouldn’t it be great to see the whole festival run at the point! I can’t remember the last time it did that, maybe 2016. But enough conjecture – the show will go on, and this is what it’s looking like.
· Saturday 9 March: Junior divisions, Teams Challenge and Family Challenge.
· Sunday 10 March: Juniors, Teams Challenge and Family Challenge (finals) and some Senior Division first round heats.
· Monday 11 March: Senior Division heats.
· Tuesday 12 March: All remaining Senior Division heats up to finals, and some Women’s Logger Pro heats.
· Wednesday 13 March: Men andWomen Logger Pro heats and start of HPFC Longboard.
· Thursday 14 March: HPFC Longboard, Men’s Logger Pro.
· Friday 15 March: Old Mal, Logger Pro.
· Saturday 16 March: Logger Pro, HPFC, Twin Fin and Old Mal
· Sunday 17 March: All division finals except juniors and teams.
NOTE: The Noserider Invitational will be held when the best conditions are on offer. Invitees are encouraged to talk directly to the contest director about the time of event. Surfing competition will run daily 7am–4pm (approx) at First Point as a priority. If waves are not contestable at First Point, secondary location is Access 11 (Noosa West Beach). Next backup location is Castaways/Sunrise Beach where competitors and spectators are encouraged to avoid illegal parking.
For the full heat draw in all divisions visit liveheats.com/nfos
For further competitor information and updates go to 2024 Competitors Forum at NFOS Facebook (facebook.com/ groups/447671223123013)
ON THE BEACH (AND BEYOND)
· Thursday 7 March: New York Minute in The Junction gets in early with a festival launch party 5-10pm, free entry.
· Friday 8 March: Official opening and Welcome To Country at the Beach Bar, 5.30pm. All competitors welcome. Birth of The Endless Summer movie at The J from 6pm.
· Saturday 9 March: Barney Cool’s Beach Bar Takeover, all weekend 12-8pm. VetShopAustralia Surfing Dog Championships First Point from 3pm featuring Dan and his Staffy Bu, ball-catching Banjo the Kelpie, Jarrah the wonder dog and many more stars of the dog surf world. Note: Multiple event champion Chris De Aboitiz will be demonstrating his Pack Mates techniques on the sand from 2pm.
· Mixing of the Waters ceremony and paddleout 4.30pm at Main Beach, all competitors and friends welcome.
· Thomas Surfboards movie and live bands,
Thomas Surfboards, Noosaville, from 5pm entry $20.
· Sunday 10 March: Active Escapes Beach Training, Main Beach 6-7am. A Dogs Breakfast, Noosa Reef Hotel 8am, $35 adult, $20 child.
· Monday 11 March: Salty Brains Trivia Night hosted by Tom Wegener, Matso’s Brewery, Eumundi from 6pm, $10 entry.
· Tuesday 12 March: Locals Day by Noosa Surf Outletfrom3.30pm.TourismNoosaNetworking Night, Beach Bar 5-8pm, invitation only.
· Wednesday 13 March: She To Sea Art Expo, Beach Bar 2-6pm. The Immortals and Big
Wednesday double-header at Noosa Surf Museum, doors open 5.30pm. Hosted by Phil Jarratt with special guests world champions Tom Carroll and Peter PT Townend. Tickets $50 at noosafestivalofsurfing.com
· Thursday 14 March: InNoosa Magazine Fashion Show, Beach Bar from 4.30pm.
· Saturday 16 March: Breath and Ice with Rich Burrows, 7-9am Main Beach, $50.
· Brewfest Noosa, Noosa Dolphins Rugby Club 12-9pm, tickets at brewfest.com.au. Raw Ordio, Band of Frequencies and more.
· Sunday 17 March: Presentations and closedown party, Beach Bar from 4pm.
FOOTNOTE: A final shout out to Sally Fitzgibbons who took gold at the ISA World Games in Puerto Rico, helping her country to an overall bronze. As the ISA reported: “Fitzgibbons increased her own record as the winningest surfer in ISA history even further as she claimed an unprecedented fifth gold medal (4 ISA World Surfing Games and 1 ISAWorld Juniors). Maintaining herself in the main round through till Finals Day, the 33-year-old fell into repechage in the last step before the grand final, surfing three heats today, before peaking when it mattered most to further highlight her name in the history books and deliver Australia a team bronze medal in the process.” Go, gal!
A five-bedroom, three-bathroom riverside house with pool at 135 Gympie Tce, Noosaville, goes to auction Saturday, 9 March, at 1pm.
Roark Walsh of Tom Offermann Real Estate said the property was out of the box in more ways than one.
The industrial-inspired residence pays tribute to the location while offering a sense of sensuality and warmth.
“The design brief for Georgina Price was to create an industrial design but at the same time for it to be eco friendly,’’ Roark said.
The result is lots of different textures and a floorplan to suit the long, 642sq m block yet retain the river outlook.
Studios have been added within the interior of the design so as not to look out of place.
“Everything flows,’’ Roark said. “It’s a spacious house with a rear studio that could be turned into a summer house. The lap pool is private and good sized.
“There are a lot of Brisbane buyers at the moment while locals have seen it and been interested to go through it.
“This is a highly sought-after pocket of Noosaville.“
The house features light-filled living and dining areas with beautiful French oak floors and a seamless connection to the north-facing alfresco terrace and the river views.
There is a polished concrete entry, highceilinged hallway and stairwell.
The galley kitchen is highlighted by stone-topped cabinetry including the long, wide island breakfast bar and bench with
stainless steel splashback, an antique pendant and high-end appliances including a six-burner gas cooktop.
East-side on this level is the premier bedroom suite with custom cabinetry, wispy silver-grey sheers and views over the pool, plus walk-in robe and white tiled ensuite with stone-topped timber cabinetry.
In addition, there’s a powder room and a mezzanine walkway leads to a specially designed wing with an office, bedroom with built-in robe plus a bathroom.
There are five bedrooms in total. Downstairs are three with built-in robes and a desk as well as a lounge/leisure space. The bright white tiled bathroom with stone-topped cabinetry has a free-standing bathtub.
More than 100 people attended the auction of 7 Robert St, Noosaville, on Saturday, listed by Tom Offermann Real Estate agents Lauren Chen and Luke Chen.
Not surprising given it attracted much media attention and the impressive
substantial five-bedroom, four-bathroom residence boasted a privileged address several fishing rod lengths away from Gympie Terrace.
Features included a bold crystal chandelier above the long timber dining table, a beam rescued from the Yamba Bridge, north-facing alfresco terrace with a bar to appreciate the views of the Noosa River.
Beyond the pool is a dedicated soundproofed space with a skate ramp.
The location and the outlook attracted three very keen registered bidders all from Queensland and it was sold under the hammer for $4.3m to a family from Bargara. The vendors were just as thrilled with the result.
Richardson & Wrench Noosa have announced the successful sale of 24 Noosa Parade, Noosa Heads - a fivebedroom, two-bathroom, two-car riverfront house that achieved $16.5m.
Marketed by Gillian McCauley, the property captured the hearts of buyers near
and far, going to an overseas buyer without them even setting eyes on it in person.
The property, cherished as a family home since its construction in 1987, boasts an unparalleled location and northfacing river outlook.
Bi-fold doors open to the landscaped outdoor area.
The property presented a grand and comfortable lifestyle experience in one of the most sought-after locations in Noosa, Gillian said.
This is the second most recent high-end sale by Gillian on Noosa Parade.
The previous sale was a Queensland record for the last financial year at 12 Noosa Pde for $27million.
Interested parties in a penthouse apartment at Sunshine Beach have been flying up from interstate to view the property ahead of Saturday’s auction.
The three-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car penthouse apartment at 5/20 Henderson St goes to the market at 11am, 9 March, with Jesse Stowers of Tom Offermann Real Estate.
“It’s exceptional,’’ Jesse said. “There are a lot of apartments of similar size but to be top floor and single level with such views is more of a rarity.
“Especially when there is a lift, two-car garaging and just five apartments in the complex.
“Hilltop Villas is opposite the shops. It’s a substantial building and even better once inside.
“There has been a lot of good interest throughout the campaign. The property has been well received by the market.’’
The apartment enjoys an eagle’s-eye
view from northern Sunshine Beach and the national park and beyond 180 degrees across the ocean.
There are well-appointed living and dining areas, and a fresh blue, white and natural decor to reflect the environs.
Tall walls of glass allow the seamless transition from indoors out, to two of four undercover terraces.
The galley-style kitchen comes with stone-topped cabinetry including the island breakfast bar, and high-end appliances.
The premier bedroom suite allows you to wake to waves washing the foreshore. There are postcard views from bed or one of two north-east-facing terraces, and from the free-standing deep bathtub in the lavish ensuite.
Two additional bedrooms come with
built-in robes. One has access to a northeast terrace also with sea views, one has an ensuite and one has a shared bathroom with adjoining laundry.
All bathrooms have natural stone-topped white cabinetry. Further features include a double lock-up garage and storeroom.
A near-new home at Noosa Heads featuring the finest finishes and fixtures is set for auction on Saturday, 16 March.
The four-bedroom house at 8 Samara Pl is being taken to the market at 10am by Sharon McLure of The McLure Group.
On 570sq m, the house features elegant design and sophisticated layout, enhanced by wide hallways and an impressive staircase.
Equipped with state-of-the-art ducted
air-conditioning, the house is within five minutes walk to Noosa Junction.
The home boasts expansive, light-filled spaces enhanced by 2.75m high ceilings.
The size of the allotment offers the potential for a pool.
AUCTION ACTION
SATURDAY, 9 March
Noosaville
· 135 Gympie Tce: 5bed, 3bath, 2car house, pool, 1pm, Roark Walsh 0437 447 804 Tom Offermann Real Estate
Sunshine Beach
· 5/20 Henderson St: 3bed, 3bath, 2car penthouse apartment, 11am, Jesse Stowers 0414 367 282 Tom Offermann Real Estate. ●
Lookingfor atrulyspectacular,unrivalledeagle’s eye viewfromnorthernSunshineBeach, sweepingbeyond 180degreesacrosstheluminousazureofthe CoralSea, wheredreamywavesare off thehook,andall totally visiblefromone-and-onlypenthouse-perfection, twominutes to thesand. Comeinside.Beenthralled by the generosityofwell-appointedlivinganddiningareas, and afreshaestheticmimickingtheenvirons. Tall walls
ofglassseeminglydisappearandmorphfromindoors out, totwo offourundercoverterraces.Imaginea vibrantspectrumofblues,greens,oohs,andaahs,also sun-kisseddayswiththe carefreespiritoftheseason asfreshasanearlymorningswimand walkalongthe beach.Entertainersare definitelyspoiltforchoice
Auction
Saturday 9March11am
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Saturday 10.30am
Agent
JesseStowers 0414367282 jesse@offermann.com.au
Lookingfor aone-in-a-million exclusiveinvestment opportunity,acomplexwiththreeentire floorthreebedroomapartments,amere70m to theNoosaRiver’s white-sandshore?Thisisit,all 3unitshaveHoliday LettingApproval. Easyto baskinthepleasureofhaving oneofNoosaville’smostsought-afteraddresses,and aquietcomplexaptly called‘Illoura’,anAboriginal word for‘beautifulplacenear water’.Eachsizeable
apartmenthas abrightwhitebreezy-beachaesthetic thankstoa recentmakeover;furniture andaccessories inthetiledopenplanliving,diningandkitchenarea witha monochromaticpalettetocomplement;and north-eastfacingundercoverterraces. Fromthe top floordrinkintheviewsoftheNoosaRiver,whileonthe groundleveladoorway leads to aprivatecourtyard andlawn.
Auction
Saturday 16 March12pm
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Saturday 12.00-12.30
Agent EricSeetoo 0419757770 eric@offermann.com.au
Reachforthe stars fromthehighestpointinSunshine Beach,as youimagine floatingonCloudNineabove animposing rooftop terrace whichseeminglyspills overthe CoralSea,with explosive180-degreeviews sweepingNoosaNational Parkalongtheeastern coastlineofwhite-water wavesandglisteningshores,to Mooloolabaandbeyond.Insideishighandmighty,has classicalproportionsand asophisticated yet laidback
aesthetic.Admirehow doorsfromthe overgenerous openplanlivingspacesdisappearandmorphinto the wideeast-sideundercoverterrace.Similarly,outtothe luminescentpoolonthesouth-side. Perfectfor aquick dip, afew lapsbeforestartingtheday,yogaunderthe Pandanusorbreakfastinthegazebo.
Auction Saturday16March1pm
View Saturday2.00-2.30
Agent
Roark Walsh 0437447804
roark@offermann.com.au
Agent
RebekahOffermann 0413044241
rebekah@offermann.com.au
Ifhiddentreasureisa penthousenestledbetween the western-endofsophisticatedHastingsStreetand besidetheNoosaRiver,withspectacularviewsover theprivatejetty, verdantNoosaHill,alongNoosaSound waterways,hinterlandforbestsunsetsandmore, you have foundit.
Openthedoor,sighandpeekaheadfromtheentry wayto theItalian-tiledopenplandiningandliving
spaceswitha muted coastalpalettealsospecially selectedseasideart,artifactsandaccessories.Push asidetheglassdoors, torevealtheextensionof indoors,anundercoverterracewhichwrapsthe southand west sidesandaffordswideriverviews overthe walkwaytotheSofitelNoosa PacificResort wharfwheretheNoosaFerrypicksupand returns passengers,andonthewestside,NoosaWoods.
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Auction
Sunday 17 March10am
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Saturday 12.00-1.00
Agent
JillGoode
0418714653
jill@offermann.com.au
Designed to maximiselifestyle,privacy,andfacilitate seamlessintegratedindoorandoutdoorliving,this elegantresidenceisperfectlypositionedonits elevated809m2blockboastinglush, verdant,tropical gardens reminiscentoftropicalNorthQueenslandwith ahalcyonBali-likevibe,inviting youintoazen-likeoasis ofserenity. Theentrysetsthe tonefortheambience oftheresidencewithits exteriorgateddoorway,
walkwayacrossatimberplatform to thebespoke timberdoubledoors leadingintothegrandfoyerand curvedgallery,a cocoonof calm.
Located,justsixminutes’ walk to thebeachand footsteps toLowry Park;fromthegreenofthe parkland to goldensandsandthedeepblueofthe CoralSea,there’ssomuchnaturalbeautytoembrace
Auction
Saturday 23 March10am
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Saturday &Wednesday 11.00-11.30
Agent
TracyRussell 0413319879 tracy@offermann.com.au
Anenviable,incomparable streetinaquietculde sacofNoosa Waters,boasting alargerthanmost, idyllicallynorth-facingsitehas awidewaterfrontage, knockoutwide waterviewsand a180-degreepanorama sweeping Mt TinbeerwahtotheNoosaHill.Thereisno compromisewhenit comes to astriking contemporary residence.Insideitisclear,serioussophisticationisat play. Naturallight,vialoftyceilings,picksuptheglow of
theItalian-tiled flooringdrenchingthe vestibuleand hallway.Lookahead to openplanlivinganddiningareas wheredoors,thewidthofthe residence seemingly disappearblurringindoorstoout,and extensive undercoverterracesthatalmostmorphinto the luminescentpoolandspaand‘spill’tothe water’sedge.
Auction Saturday23March2pm
View Saturday12.00-12.30
Agent
RebekahOffermann
0413044241
rebekah@offermann.com.au
Agent
Michael McComas
0447263663
michael@offermann.com.au
Ifescaping toyear-roundforeversummers of tranquillitytoatopoftheclass waterfront residence, withits ownwhitesandbeach,spacefor two boatsand only ashort walk to HastingsStreet,soundstoogood to betrue, startpacking.Swoon overtheexpansive livingareasboasting asunnydesign-forward aesthetic, alsotheextensivedeck,whichappearsperchedonthe 20-metrewater’sedge.Note thereare onlyfour steps
to thewhitesandtidalbeach,soeasyforlaunchinga kayakintotheshimmeringriver.Thejettyisperfect forsundowners, yet longenoughfor apowerboat requiringdeeper water. Access to theNoosaRiverand theEvergladesisclose.
Auction Saturday23March12pm
View Saturday& Wednesday10.00-10.30
Agent
JulieBengtsson
0418980247
julie@offermann.com.au
Agent
NicHunter
0421785512
nic@offermann.com.au
Auction
Saturday 23 March11am
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Agent
0412672375 lauren@o
7/1 BELMORETERRACE , SUNSHINEBE AC H
What’snottolove aboutwaking to thesoundof wavesbreakingontheforeshore, grabbingsurfboard,kidsand towelsfor toes-in-the-sandandpopularsurfbreaks in two minutes.Alternativelycoffeeaficionados canhead to vibrant café centralof SunshineBeachvillagewhichisalsoalmostonthedoorstep. Yes,allentirelypossibleespeciallywhenyoudiscovercoolcoastallivingisdirectly opposite.Insidebe ready to savourandcherishthelight-filledopenplanliving spacewhich,thankstoslide-awaydoorscoalesce withthewideundercoverterrace Beinstantlybesottedbysweeping180° CoralSeaviewsfromLionsHeadinthe north,thewhite-waterwavesofSunshinebeachinfrontof youandalongthe easternbeaches to thesouth,alltruly taking yourbreath away
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LaurenChen 0412672375
Experiencetheepitomeof coastallivingatBeautyby theBeach,wherethe tranquilityoftheseaside awaitsjuststepsfrom yourdoor.Nestledonthedune overlookingthe CoralSea,thisspacious townhouseoffersasereneescapewith coolingseabreezes,thesoothingmelodyof waves,andbreathtakingoceanviews. Inside, find yourselfenvelopedin relaxationamidstfreshly renovatedcoastal interiors,abundantnaturallight,andunobstructedviewsofmanicuredlawnsand native flora.WithdirectbeachaccessandproximitytoPeregianVillage’scharming amenities,including cafes,restaurants,andboutiqueshops, Townhome12presents theultimate beachsidelifestyleforthoseseekingbothconvenience and coastal beauty.
Price $1.195M
Agent
TracyRussell 0413319879
tracy@offermann.com.au
Lookingfor aquiet, veryprivate,renovatedabsolutewaterfront townhomewith long waterviews,threebedroomsandmultiplelivingareas,in aslice ofparadise?It isguaranteedanenviableunretiringlifestyleisnever-ending,especiallyforwalking, cycling,boatingand fishingenthusiasts.
An expansivelawnstretchesfromthealfrescoterracetothe revetment wall,so fish fordinner, kayakand canoearoundtheneighbouring waterways,or take aboatvia thelockand weir system to theNoosaRiver.Strollalongthemeanderingpathways orviatheunderpass tocafé centralon Gympie Terrace,alsothedog-friendly walkway whichisparallel to theNoosaRiverforeshore Thisis asageinvestmentopportunityina muchsought-afterlocation.
Price $1.795M
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Agent JulieBengtsson
0418980247
julie@offermann.com.au
PRESENTING this gorgeous Peregian Beach character home to the market for the first time!
A seamless flow between indoor and outdoor living spaces. With four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a generously sized garage, this home offers plenty of space for families or those seeking a beachside retreat.
The upper level boasts an inviting ambiance, with the heart of the home being the stunning, spacious kitchen.
It is the perfect space for whipping up culinary delights while entertaining guests in the adjacent open-plan living area. Step outside onto the wrap-around balcony to enjoy serene tall tree views and refreshing ocean breezes, providing an ideal setting for relaxation or alfresco dining.
The master bedroom on this level offers a tranquil sanctuary with its own glimpse of the ocean and access to the newly renovated bathroom, providing a touch of luxury.
Downstairs, the cleverly designed layout allows for seamless integration between indoor and outdoor living spaces. The lower level is where you enter the home, greeted by a welcoming atmosphere that effortlessly transitions to the outdoor area, perfect for enjoying the coastal lifestyle.
This level also offers a self contained studio with access to the sparkling pool and with the separate entry presents a fantastic opportunity for rental income or a great space for guests/ family to stay.
Located just moments from a patrolled beach, and a short bike ride away from the vibrant Peregian Beach Village, you’ll have
access to numerous cafes, restaurants, and a fabulous playground for the children. Immerse yourself in the modest community where neighbors become like
family, and indulge in activities such as surfing, swimming, fishing, and leisurely walks on the beach.
Don’t miss this opportunity to become
Address: 3 Spoonbill Street, PEREGIAN BEACH Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: $2.3M Inspect: By appointment
Contact: Zoe Cooke 0428 329 291, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE
a part of the coveted Peregian Beach community and live the life you’ve always dreamed of. Reach out today to make this coastal oasis your own. ●
THIS is a rare and exciting opportunity to secure a low-maintenance and comfortable place to call home along with a quality investment offering impressive rental returns. The choice is yours with these move-in-ready duplex properties perfectly positioned just a leisurely 120m stroll from the pristine sands of Peregian Beach.
Both residences are bright and beautifully presented with a host of contemporary features that will impress a wide variety of house hunters. Open-plan living spaces, tall ceilings and neutral colour tones ensure a laid-back aesthetic while the functional floorplans will instantly put you at ease.
Duplex one enjoys two good-size bedrooms and two bathrooms along with a study for those who work from home. A single lock-up garage and a second parking space on the title promises convenience and there’s plenty of storage throughout. The second duplex is freshly painted and also boasts two bedrooms and two bathrooms along with two parking spaces including a single lock-up garage
for peace of mind. Both residences have been strategically designed to invite cooling sea breezes to filter throughout with master bedroom balconies that truly make the most of the enviable location. Still craving more? Air-conditioning is on hand for year-round comfort plus there are
built-in and walk-in robes, carpet in the bedrooms, covered outdoor entertaining spaces and expansive courtyards with freshly landscaped gardens. Everything you could ever need is only moments away with the bustling Peregian Beach village just waiting to be explored. There are
cafes, restaurants and boutique shops at your fingertips and just 120 metres to the beach for endless hours of enjoyment. A quick trip south will take you to Coolum Beach and the Sunshine Coast Airport or you can head north to Sunshine Beach and the world-famous Noosa Heads. ●
Address: Unit 1 & 2/10 Greenshank, PEREGIAN BEACH Description: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4 garage Inspect: Saturday 9:30am – 10:15am
Contact: Amanda Balding 0408 088 788, RICHARDSON AND WRENCH NOOSA
35A Viewland Drive is a Holiday let approved Tim Ditchfield Architects renovated three-bedroom Duplex that has been styled by Anna Spiro Design furnishings with private pool, sitting high on Noosa Hill neighbouring Noosa National Park, a superb example of relaxed, modern, coastal design.
Your senses are piqued by the white VJ door, modern, with a nod to the humble Queenslander. Continuing inside lime washed timber floorboards are a highlight, a large rattan-style mat with underlay backing providing comfort for the classic beachy, barefoot lifestyle.
A built-in banquette, with under-seat storage, provides a stylish nook to watch television, inclusive yet not intrusive. The adjacent open plan living/dining/kitchen area opens to the north an outdoor dining area, with retractable awning providing versatility, the midpoint enroute to the inground saltwater pool, positioned on the northern edge of the property, the greenery of Bush Reserve just beyond the pool.
The kitchen is the ideal vantage point to monitor young swimmers. The softclose cabinetry is a continuation of the white VJ theme from the front door. An induction stovetop, conventional oven and separate grill/combi oven, as well as integrated fridge/freezer and dishwasher, make working in the kitchen a breeze. The stunning benchtops, a limewashed-
concrete-look stone, surrounded by a raw timber breakfast bar effortlessly rides that blend of modern with a nod to yesteryear.
The rattan flooring continues upstairs to the three bedrooms. The master is north-facing across the pool, the balcony allowing you to savour sitting at canopy level. The walk-in has ample space for your Noosa wardrobe with the generous ensuite showcasing the white VJ cabinetry and limewash-like benchtops from the kitchen. Mother-of-pearl mosaic splashbacks give off a multitude of soft colours, constantly changing with the angle of the light. Floorto-ceiling tiles all part of twin rain showers.
The other two bedrooms share a balcony and have built-in robes, the shared bathroom comes with both bath and shower.
35A Viewland Drive, Noosa Heads, is a completely renovated three-bedroom duplex, north-facing with a Reserve backdrop. Whether you are downsizing, seeking a lock up and leave property or wanting a property with the approvals in place to be holiday let this stunning duplex satisfies all three options.
To discuss further please contact Kate Cox, 0438 695 505, or kate@reedandco.co ●
Address: 35A Viewland Drive, NOOSA HEADS
Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: Buyers Guide $3,850,000
Inspect: Friday 8th March 3pm – 3:30pm, Saturday 9th March 2:30pm – 3pm
Contact: Kate Cox 0438 695 505 and Tony Cox 0402 003 773, REED & CO. ESTATE AGENTS
‘There’s no place like home Noosa.’ You are invited.
2024 TWILIGHT CINEMA
Gather your family & friends to experience the Noosa AFL Grounds come alive & transform into an open-air cinema with the family movie Peter Rabbit. Pack a picnic or take advantage of the delicious food trucks that will be available!
SATURDAY, 30TH MARCH 2024 AT 5:15 PM.
NOOSA TIGERS AFC, 149 WEYBA ROAD, NOOSAVILLE
Please scan the QR code to RSVP before 25/03 so we know how much popcorn to prepare!
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Kids of the Noosa Shire, colour in our SOLD sticker for your chance to win!
1. Your artwork featured on all Reed & Co. SOLD signboards for four weeks.
2. A giant 5kg chocolate Easter Bunny from the Noosa Chocolate Factory.
3. A $200 voucher for the whole family at Gusto Riverfront Restaurant.
Good Luck & Happy Easter!
The WINNER will be announced at our Twilight Cinema on Saturday 30th March, 2024 reedandco. co/twilight-cinema
A SUPERLATIVE albeit handsome residence offers a beguiling blueprint which looks beautifully to the past and future for its design credentials, by cleverly combining Art Deco’s eye-popping curvaceous lines with lavish spaces, timeless style, and never leaving glamour at the door.
Designed by Paul Clout, it is on par with excellence with a northerly aspect, views from most rooms, is surrounded by tranquility, and has a 36m golf course frontage, known also as a verdant low maintenance back garden, which seemingly melds into the 5th and 7th greens and lake of the Graham Papworth-designed 18-hole world class Noosa Springs Golf Course.
Beyond the driveway, the gatehouse entry has a granite-paved walkway with giant tropical crab claw heliconias and evergreen frangipani. Open the massive timber-framed glass paneled pivot door, and a tease of terrace and golf course views is instantaneous. Along the hall and central to the residence, is an extremely generous, lofty ceilinged living/dining space with timber atrium, drenched with natural light, a fireplace with sandstone feature, and curved walls of glass making seamless connections to the expansive northfacing sun and alfresco terraces where entertaining options are numerous. Also
notice how the dazzling luminescent pool parallels with curves, has an infinity edge on the golf course side, and is framed by mighty Bangalow palms.
Looking for a change of pace after a game of golf or a swim, the games room is kitted out superbly with a snooker table and hood-style lighting.
Those with a serious culinary passion will be enamoured with the galley-style designer kitchen. It has granite-topped cabinetry including a long island bench with timber ‘apron’ for casual meals, and also captures the essence of Art Deco. The upper cabinetry is glass-fronted, the pantry is walk-in, there’s a window-togarden splashback plus a bevy of premium appliances including three ovens, and let’s not forget the outdoor kitchen has an
integrated barbeque.
When it comes to slumber zones there are four oversized beautifully appointed and carpeted bedrooms. Downstairs past the lounge/office space in the north wing, and stealing the limelight is the premier supersize king suite with plantation shutters, access to the terrace, fashionista-style walk-in robe, ensuite with bathtub to drink in the view of the golf course, two-basin granite-topped cabinetry, separate shower, also separate toilet and bidet.
Take the grand curved staircase with granite treads and mezzanine/timber walkway which looks over the golf course and lakes and has a bedroom wing either side. Southside are two king suites, one with a terrace overlooking the course and wrapping two sides, and each with a walk-in
Address: 739/61 Noosa Springs Drive, NOOSA HEADS Description: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3 garage Price: $7.45M
Inspect: Sat, 9th Mar 10:00am - 10:30am; Wed, 13th Mar 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Contact: Patrick Sherwood 0413 889 130 and Clare Sherwood 0402 903 733, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE
robe and ensuite. Northside the super king suite also has a terrace wrapping two sides with northerly views over the fairways plus a walk-in robe and ensuite.
There’s volumes of storage throughout including the laundry room and two-car two golf buggy garage with epoxy flooring.
“The Palms is part of Noosa Springs, a very smart residential gated estate with a world-renowned Graham Papworth-designed 18-hole golf course with nine spring-fed lakes and 72 bunkers, ostensibly in your garden,” comment Tom Offermann Real Estate agents Patrick Sherwood and Clare Sherwood, adding “also surrounded by community-spirited residents who prefer privacy, peace and tranquility, appreciate 24-hour security and inspired architecture.
“It’s an easy stroll to the Noosa Springs Golf and Spa Resort’s Pro Shop, club house with its restaurant and function facilities, tennis courts, fitness centre and award-winning day spa.
“However, you don’t have to play golf to live here and appreciate the natural environment with its myriad koalas, kangaroos and birdlife such as black swans plus flora and other native fauna. Another big plus is its proximity to everything that makes Noosa Heads one of the most popular holiday destinations in Australia.”●
YOUR very own exclusive waterfront oasis awaits with this spectacular Noosa Heads opportunity. With holiday approval already in place and an unbeatable location just a short walk from Main Beach and Hastings Street, this impeccable property will appeal to everyone from owner-occupiers to astute investors.
Leave behind the hustle and bustle of everyday life as you enter through the private and tranquil garden to explore this gorgeous family home. The spacious twostorey layout offers room to move and play with four bedrooms and four bathrooms along with a selection of living areas to suit every mood and occasion.
Serving as the hub of everyday life is the gourmet chef’s kitchen with a waterfalledge centre island, a long breakfast bar, a butler’s pantry and a suite of stainless steel appliances. The eager cook will never feel removed from the action with views over the dining area and family room or you
can move outside to the covered alfresco complete with a built-in outdoor barbecue that will make entertaining a dream. One bedroom, with an ensuite, and
a powder room are also on this level while upstairs, you will find the remaining bedrooms and bathrooms alongside a study and yet another sitting area. As you
might expect with a property of this calibre, the owner’s suite will feel more like your very own retreat. With a luxurious walk-in robe, an ensuite and a private deck, this will be a favourite place to kick back and admire the water views as you reflect on yet another day in paradise.
Still craving more? There’s also lift access, air-conditioning throughout to name just a few. Outside, the incredible list of inclusions only continues with lush landscaping, a sparkling solar-heated lap pool and a serene backyard that leads to your very own jetty.
The ideal place to moor your pride and joy in between days out on the water, this is your chance to enjoy the ultimate Noosa Sound lifestyle and discover everything this world-renowned region has to offer. ●
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Miva St, Cooroy, achieved a record-breaking auction result for in-town Cooroy properties.
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Dahlia Rd, Verrierdale, achieved an impressive $2,100,000 at auction.
Hinternoosa Median days on market achieves a 53% faster sale for you
Verrierdale Rd, Verrierdale sold for $3,000,000 within two weeks.
Crystal St, Cooroy, set a street record with a price of $1,100,000 under the hammer.
These successes highlight our ability to set benchmark prices and revitalise some properties that were previously stagnant on
Our commitment to maximising results for our clients has enabled them to progress to their next life chapter sooner, in the best possible position. If you would like to discuss the next steps in your property journey or simply would like to see where your property sits in the current market contact Hinternoosa today.
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STEP inside this fully renovated, family sized residence and be captivated by its high calibre finishes and spacious layout. Nestled in a quiet and upmarket area of Tewantin, this property offers the perfect combination of coastal style, comfort, and convenience.
Boasting four bedrooms and two bathrooms, this solid brick home has been thoughtfully totally renovated to accommodate the needs of a growing family. The master suite features an ensuite and walk-in robe plus a private patio for that leisurely morning cuppa. The remaining bedrooms are generously sized and equipped with built-in robes, providing ample storage space for all. The fourth bedroom is situated at the home’s entrance and would be an ideal home office.
Entertaining is a breeze with multiple living areas, including a light-filled lounge and dining area and a separate media room or relaxation space. Sliding doors open to the covered patio and pretty garden view. The new, Gull Design kitchen is a chef’s
Address: 68 Furness Drive, TEWANTIN
dream, complete with a dishwasher, oven and microwave, expansive bench space and more storage than you can use. The open-plan design seamlessly connects the indoor and outdoor living areas, creating a
Contact: Chris Forde 0411 328 488, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE
harmonious flow throughout the home.
Outside, the property offers a good sized yard over a 665m2 allotment, perfect for children and pets to play freely. A large shed offers additional space for storage or
a workshop. The property is fully fenced, ensuring privacy and security for the whole family, plus the garden has been professionally landscaped and is irrigated.
Additional features of this exceptional property include split system airconditioning, ceiling fans, partial screening, new carpets and newly laid timber hybrid flooring throughout. The remote garage with internal access has a new motor and easily accommodates two vehicles.
Don’t miss this opportunity to secure this stunning family home in a highly sought after location. With nothing left to do but move in and enjoy, this property is sure to impress even the most discerning buyers. Just 15 minutes to Main Beach/ Hastings Street, 5 minutes to Tewantin Village and Noosa Marina.
Contact us today to arrange your inspection, or visit our Open Home.
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THIS is an exciting opportunity to capitalise on prime Noosa Real Estate.
A delightful absolute waterfront apartment in the ever popular Culgoa Point Resort, Noosa Sound.
An elevator provides easy access to the apartment which is perfect accommodation for families or couples.
Well positioned within the complex, it offers stunning views of the beautiful lagoon and resort marina.
Recently renovated, it is ideal for entertaining with an easy indoor outdoor flow to the covered balcony.
Stone benchtops, stylish shutters throughout, the apartment comes fully equipped, complete with all furnishings.
Culgoa Point is located at the end of a cul-de-sac and features a fabulous pool,
spa and direct access to the magnificent private sandy beach.
Tropical gardens with barbecue facilities in several locations throughout the complex, tennis/pickleball, gym, guest lounge and sauna.
Bring the boat and moor it at the resort marina, allowing direct access to the pristine Noosa River
An easy flat stroll to world famous Hastings Street and Laguna Bay, or take the leisurely route via water ferry from Rickys.
Expert on-site management, excellent returns and a brilliant location combine to ensure a fabulous lifestyle investment opportunity.
May be sold prior to Auction ●
•Stylish townhousemid-way between Gympie Terraceand MainBeach
•Nearbyparkwithriveraccess forSUPor relaxation
•Currently holiday letina small,tightlyheldcomplex
•Stylish newflooring, air-conditioningand amplestorage
•Modernopen-plankitchen, with spacious living/dining areas
•Fullbathroom upstairs,laundry with toiletdownstairs
•Fullyenclosedgrassy courtyardideal forpetsorchildren
•Withfew properties availableinthis primelocation,bequick to inspect!
FORSALE OffersOver$1,300,000Considered
VIEW Wed11-11.30am
Anne Powell
0419332973
anne@lagunarealestate.com.au
•Bequick forthisrareopportunity to ownthislovelysinglelevel unit
•Locatedin asmall waterfront complexwitha sunny, northfacingaspect
•Two goodsizedbedroomseachwithown bathroomandrobe
•Openplankitchenfeaturesgranite benchtopswithplentyofcupboards
•Loads of naturallight throughout,attractive shuttersoffer privacy
•Fencedcourtyard idealforchildrenorpetswithBCapproval
•Lockupgarage,aircon, lowbodycorps,private jettyandboardwalk
•Walktothe NoosaYacht Club, Marina,BowlsClub andGympieTerrace
FORSALE OffersOver$995,000Considered
VIEW Sat& Wed12-12.30pm
MelanieButcher
0407379893
mel@lagunarealestate.com.au
www.lagunarealestate.com.au
•Resortstyleliving, luxury andcomfortinthis exceptional residence
•Severallivingzonesincluding an enviablerumpus roomwith builtin bar
•Kitchen:top qualitycabinetry,granite benchtops, hugeislandbench
•Oversizedmastersuite,indulgent ensuite,twin basins,decadentbath
•Expansive entertainment area,builtinBBQ,beerfridge,fireplace
•Seconddrivewayleads to 12mx8mshed/workshop fora boat or caravan
•6.5kWSolar power, 450Lsolar hotwater system,ductedaircon, fans
•Thehomeoffersa lifestyleofleisureandperpetualholiday mode
FORSALE
OffersOver$1,600,000Considered VIEW Sat11-11.30am
chrisForde
0411328488
chris@lagunarealestate.com.au
•Singlelevel home displaying animpressive “wow”factor
•Nestledon agenerous723m2allotment, privacyisassured
•The kitchendazzleswith stonebenchtops,highend appliances
•Meticulously presentedinteriorfeaturing 4spaciousbedrooms
•Relax onthepatioareaand enjoythe abundanceofnature
•North facing sparklingpool complemented by alushlawnarea
•Airconditioning, ceilingfans,solar panelsandsolar hotwater
•Propertyisfully fenced,large double garage,sheds,water tank
FORSALE
$1,200,000 VIEW
Sat12-12.30pm
chrisForde
0411328488
chris@lagunarealestate.com.au
www.lagunarealestate.com.au