By Abbey Cannan
Scary and debilitating migraines led to a brain tumour discovery for former Noosa and Gympie Today journalist Rose Astley, and now she’s urging anyone with similar symptoms to ’trust your gut’.
At just 26, Rose’s recovery journey was ’hell on earth’ after suffering Covid, meningitis and hearing loss following hours of surgeries.
One year since her diagnosis in May 2023, Rose tells her story and celebrates her freedom from hospital beds.
The Queensland government last week announced its full plan to resolve boating issues on Noosa River and its linked waterways, designed to “increase safety and improve environmental impacts and the overall amenity of the river”.
The first stage of the reform plan, released last September, introduced new year-round six knot speed zones in the busiest parts of the river, as well as new anchoring restrictions. The second part, announced by Transport and Main Roads Minister Bart Mellish, details five further stages to be implemented over the next 15 months.
Hailed by long-term advocates for a safer,
cleaner river as the delivery of the major reform recommendations of the now-disbanded Noosa River Stakeholder Advisory Committee (NRSAC), the state’s plan is understood to have been fast-tracked by Mr Mellish, who took up the portfolio in December.
He said:
“Maritime Safety Queensland is working hard to tackle the safety and pollution problems associated with the Noosa River. It is never acceptable for vessels to pose safety or pollution risks in our pristine waterways, so MSQ is commencing its suite of actions to responsibly manage those that do. Following that, the heavy usage and broad mix of users on the southern shore of the river makes managing this area a high safety priority.
“MSQ will then move on to implement fur-
ther reforms in a staged approach to manage the problems on the river. Boaties and Noosa residents can expect to see MSQ’s officers on the water in the weeks and months ahead, educating boaties about the reforms, establishing navigation aids, assessing moorings and anchored and abandoned vessels, and enforcing safety rules. MSQ is conscious there are many vulnerable people who may be affected by these reforms, and will be working closely with them to ensure appropriate compliance with the new regulations to ensure their own and the public’s safety.”
Noosa’s independent MP Sandy Bolton commented:
“Our Noosa River is the beating heart of our community, bringing great joy to so many.
However, as visitor numbers have increased over the last decade, so has the need for better management. This has been a long journey, and I thank all who have contributed including residents who gave feedback, members of NRSAC, and the teams from MSQ. Education and communication are vitally important over the coming months, and I ask our community to assist MSQ in these endeavours.”
Noosa Parks Association vice-president and member of the former NRSAC Dr Michael Gloster noted: “Bravo Minister Mellish, MSQ GM Kell Dillon and Sandy Bolton MP for delivering the most significant Noosa River reforms for over 40 years.”
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It all started six years ago when Rose Astley began experiencing severe migraines which would result in blurry vision before progressing to complete loss of vision, usually out of one eye, followed by a bad headache, vomiting and nausea.
“Often this would leave me bedridden for an entire day,“ Rose said.
“I had spoken to numerous general practitioners about this and no one really had any concerns and told me to manage them with aspirin.
“Sometimes I would get two of these migraines a month, and then sometimes I would only get two a year – they were very sporadic.“
Despite living in fear of her next migraine, Rose never worried too much due to reassurance from her doctors.
“However, one night I had a migraine with the classic symptoms, except I started to experience a numb feeling in my arm and my mouth,“ she said.
“I called my mum, who told me to call an ambulance and I was rushed off to hospital, where the doctor ordered I go get an MRI of my brain.“
By this point, she was living in Brisbane and had a new GP who was incredibly supportive.
“When I got the scan done, the clinician told me I’d receive a phone call from my GP within five days, however, my GP called me almost immediately after and told me he needed me to come into the clinic ’and bring a support person’ with me,“ Rose said.
“My heart was absolutely pounding, I felt like throwing up and immediately assumed I had brain cancer or something.“
Her GP was upfront as they told Rose the scans revealed a brain tumour, however, it looked like an acoustic neuroma which was benign and treatable.
“The tumour was almost 3cm, attached to my facial nerve and pressing dangerously on my brain stem – surgery was my only treatment option,“ Rose said.
Getting the news exactly one week before her 26th birthday, she was in disbelief and didn’t have any idea about what her life would look like going forward.
“I got the news of my brain tumour in late May 2023 and had to wait until November 2023 for my surgery as I opted to go through the public system. So that was six months of appointments with neurosurgeons, ear nose and throat surgeons, genetic testing, joining support groups, doing my own research, and trying to come to terms with what I was about to go through,“ Rose said.
“I knew for certain the surgery would result in me being permanently deaf in my right ear due to them needing to drill through the thick bone behind the ear to gain easier access to the tumour.“
However, there was also a 30 per cent chance of the surgery causing facial paralysis or palsy, due to the tumour being attached to her facial nerve.
“The thought of my face being disfigured and never being able to smile again properly was an incredibly daunting and heartbreaking thought,“ Rose said.
“I did my best to have positive thoughts and try to manifest good outcomes but it was a very dark time for me.“
The first surgery took 12 hours – she was wheeled into theatre around 8am and woke up in ICU around 9pm.
“It went very well, but they weren’t able to remove all the tumour as their preference (and mine) was to preserve my facial nerve,“ she said.
“I spent the next six days in the neuro ward recovering and was so happy to see my face was fine, I could walk, I could swallow and the hearing loss was very manageable.
“Unfortunately, as soon as I got home I noticed I had a dripping fluid coming from my nose, I had to go back to the hospital and they found I had contracted Covid, my coughing and sneezing created too much pressure which allowed cerebrospinal fluid to leak from my skull.
“I had to go back in for a second five hour surgery to fix the leak and then also have a
lumbar drain inserted to my spine – another 10 days in hospital being monitored around the clock.“
After being discharged home a second time, Rose was recovering well for four days until she developed 10/10 head pain that would not go away with strong painkillers, an aching back, extreme fatigue and nausea.
“I got whisked back up to the emergency department, had a lumbar puncture done to discover that I had now contracted meningitis,“ she said.
“I had to spend another 10 days in hospital hooked up to intravenous antibiotics which ran around the clock for my entire stay.
“My poor veins couldn’t handle the antibiotics so the cannula kept failing, so roughly twice a day I needed a new one inserted.
“It was quite literally hell on earth, my arms were bruised and swollen, I wasn’t getting any sleep, I couldn’t stomach hospital food so I wasn’t eating – was a shell of myself and was convinced I would never get better and I’d never get to go home.“
Thankfully, Rose was able to go home one week before Christmas 2023.
“As soon as I got to be home with my family and dogs in my own environment I recovered incredibly fast,“ she said.
“By Christmas Day, I was me again. I really haven’t looked back since. I was back to work full time by January and now living life to the fullest, with one good ear.“
Rose urged people to advocate for themselves when experiencing symptoms that are not normal.
“If you have debilitating headaches, if you are a little bit wobbly on your feet, if your face twitches or feels a bit numb, or if you are experiencing hearing loss in one ear, please go to your GP and insist on getting an MRI,“ she said.
“In my research and after joining support groups and chatting to people, brain tumours are actually quite common.
“If mine had been found earlier, it would have been much smaller and my options for treatment could have been much more simple and less invasive.
“My biggest advice is trust your gut.“
Julia Ward Howe, chiefly famous for writing the Battle Hymn of the Republic, is also responsible for originally unleashing the retail chocolates and flowers bonanza we now know as Mother’s Day -- this Sunday if you’ve been living in a cave.
And it was a nice idea at the start, appealing to mothers of the world to promote peace in the wake of the terrible bloodshed of the American Civil War. But it took a long time to get official recognition, and it wasn’t until 1914 that PresidentWoodrowWilson declared the second Sunday in May Mother’s Day, and another decade before Sydney woman Janet Hayden introduced a tradition of visiting elderly, frail and forgotten mothers in hospitals, often bringing home-made cards bearing messages of love and hope.
So this Sunday is the centenary of what began as such a noble remembrance and has increasingly been gripped by gross commercialism over the last 50 years, which is not to say we shouldn’t have a day specifically for celebrating our mums, even if it’s just a murmured‘here’s cheers’, a slurp of bubbly and a glance upwards to the heavens. That’s what it will be for me on Sunday, mum having just failed to get the letter from the monarch several years ago. If you’re lucky enough to still have yours, treasure the day, and make her a home-made card!
- Phil Jarratt
The Sunshine Coast and Noosa community stood together at Cotton Tree to mark Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month (May) at the Candlelight Vigil and March.
The annual event, held on 1 May, has been coordinated by Centacare since 2000.
Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Rosanna Natoli spoke at the vigil and thanked everyone who attended.
“Our community’s willingness to gather and march together sends a powerful message that domestic and family violence has no place in our community,” Mayor Natoli said.
“When we stand together to prevent such violence, we are building a community which is a safer place for everyone.
“Venues across our Sunshine Coast were lit up purple to mark the start of the Prevention Month.
“City Hall, Foundation Place, Eddie DeVere, Kings Beach Fountain and Coolum Civic Centre all glowed purple on May 1.
“Our theme this year: Hear Their VoicesSpeak Up for Women and Children, provides us with a sobering reminder that we live in a society where women and children bear the biggest impact of domestic and family violence.
“Each May Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month looks to increase awareness and empower the voices of women and girls.
“It is also important for men and boys to reflect on and talk about the impacts of violence on women and children.
“Now is a time for a strong focus on preventing and stopping violence before it happens.
“This May, I encourage you to show your support by standing in solidarity with all who are impacted by violence.
“Wear your purple ribbon as a demonstration of your support.”
During Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month, Sunshine Coast Libraries has a number of sessions available for library members.
Sessions including:
One Billion Stars, 2-14 May, seven sessions
Calling all crafties! Learn how to weave eightpointed paper stars for a giant community display. Join Julia Quinn for a special handson workshop supporting the One Billion Stars
project. Register for a session on council’s libraries website.
Creating healthy relationships, 7-16 May, seven sessions
Join the team from SunnyKids Ltd, for a supportive workshop to identify the subtle symptoms and signs of ’unhealthy’ relationships and coercive control. Learn about the shark cage theory and how to address red flags behaviour. Register for a session on Council’s
Libraries Website.
Sunshine Coast Libraries offer free resources including books, magazines, movies, music, free wifi, computers, technical and staff help. Libraries also offer an ‘Inclusion Membership’ where members do not need to provide ID or home address to become a member, making it more accessible to those sleeping rough or between addresses.
Resources and Contacts: In an emergency, call the Ambulance or Police on 000.
All incidents of violence should be reported to the Police. If there is no immediate emergency, you can report DFV to the police by phoning Policelink on 13 14 44 or make a nonurgent report of DFV by submitting an online form.
If you or someone you know is experiencing violence, call 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit 1800 RESPECT for advice and support. This service is open 24 hours and provides confidential advice via phone or webchat. You can also call:
· DVConnect Womensline: 1800 811 811
· DVConnect Mensline: 1800 600 636
Visit the Queensland Government website for more information about what you can do about domestic and family violence and to search for support services on the Sunshine Coast or in your local area.
Centacare provides a range of specialist support services for women, children and families impacted by domestic and family violence. For more information, contact the Maroochydore office on 07 5430 9300. Download the Be there App: A domestic violence bystander support app that gives you direct access to tools that empower, educate and support you to help someone who is experiencing domestic or family violence.
It’s in our control to end coercive control is the message Queensland will loudly promote this May, calling on the community to add their voice and take action in support of Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month.
Attorney-General and Minister for Justice and Minister for the Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence Yvette D’Ath, has launched the month-long event at Parliament House alongside Premier Steven Miles, and Minister for Women Shannon Fentiman.
Ms D’Ath said, “Let me be clear – according to Counting Dead Women Australia, 28 women have already been killed to genderbased violence this year, which only highlights the seriousness of this issue.“
“Queensland has made significant progress in the justice system to better prevent and respond to domestic and family violence, including new laws that recognise the
dangerous behaviours of coercive control.
“Yet we know this is a complex problem, and we will continue to modernise and strengthen our laws and enhance prevention and DFV services – making sure they have consistent training processes, resources and funding.“
Supported by the Queensland Government and various community organisations, the month-long campaign aims to raise awareness, provide support, and foster collaboration against domestic and family violence – with a focus on coercive control behaviours.
Earlier this year Queensland passed legislation to acknowledge additional domestic, family, and sexual violence behaviours, recognising coercive control in its criminal justice system.
Once the law commences, the offence will carry a maximum penalty of 14 years
imprisonment and criminalises the conduct of adults who engage in repeated harmful behaviour to maintain control over a person they are in a domestic relationship with.
Coercive control is a pattern of abusive behaviours over time, which can be physical and/or non-physical, that hurt, humiliate, isolate,frightenorthreatenanotherpersonin order to control or dominate them. Coercive control cannot be tolerated in Queensland communities.
The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare reports that intimate partner violence contributes to more illness, disability and death in women aged 25 to 44 than any other preventable risk factor in the nation.
Since the landmark Women’s Safety and Justice Taskforce was established, Queensland has invested $588 million to implement a majority of recommendations to address violence largely against women and children and enhance their experiences
within the justice system.
This includes modernising criminal stalking laws, expanding specialist High Risk Teams, increasing funding for men’s behavioural change programs, and significant upgrades and expansion of Queensland’s specialist DFV courts.
Since 2015, total investment in domestic, family and sexual violence reforms is $1.75 billion.
Education and awareness also play a strong focus in DFV reform, with the Respectful Relationships program promoting healthy attitudes and resources in Queensland schools.
The Queensland Government recently released its Plan for the Primary Prevention of Violence Against Women 2024-2028 - a five year strategy to address the drivers of violence and prevent domestic, family and sexual violence from occurring.
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The next steps of Maritime Services Queensland’s Noosa River reforms will be implemented in stages over the next 15 months, including the issuing of ‘notices to comply’, removal of derelict or abandoned vessels and the establishment of further ‘no anchoring zones’.
A spokesman said: “MSQ is committed to supporting the community while these reforms are put in place. Vulnerable community members will be supported through relevant agencies and outreach programs.”
Following extensive stakeholder and community consultation since 2021, MSQ is continuing to implement a suite of marine safety and pollution reforms for the Noosa River that commenced in September 2023.The first stage saw a series of speed limitations introduced on the river. According to MSQ, these were very successful, with good feedback from the community over the summer months. [See Kell Dillon interview below.]
Stage 2 of the reform process will include the issuing of ‘notices to comply’ to owners of vessels that were identified as non-compliant in audits MSQ completed in the leadup to implementing the reforms.
In Stage 3, vessels that do not comply, or that are unseaworthy and abandoned, will be required to be removed from the river between May and August 2024.
Stage 4 of the program, commencing in July 2024, will see ‘no anchoring’ areas established for all vessels and applied to:
· 60m from the busy southern shore of Noosa River from Noosa Sound to the entrance to Lake Doonella
· across Noosa Sound and up to Woods Bay · the Dog Beach area, south of the river entrance.
Vessels will be able to access the shoreline to set down and pick up passengers or to access restaurants and other popular areas on
land, as long as they comply with the speed limits for this area, and do not anchor or cause obstructions or navigation hazards to other waterway users.
Stage 5, starting in October 2024, will see MSQ create a ‘no anchoring’ area for unoccupied vessels over five metres in length, for a host of safety reasons.
The final Stage 6 will see a 28-day anchoring restriction introduced for Noosa waterways, commencing in March 2025, with a designated implementation period for vessel owners to comply by June 2025.
Education and communication with the public is a priority for MSQ as the process of implementing the reforms is progressed. The changes are being introduced after MSQ undertook a consultative approach to address community concerns regarding safety, ameni-
ty and pollution of Noosa River. This included the formation of a stakeholder advisory group (NRSAC).
The NRSAC was co-chaired by MSQ and Noosa Shire Council and involved a broad range of community and business stakeholders who worked to provide recommendations for proposed reforms to improve management of the river. MSQ took an agreed program of initiatives to formal public consultation between December 2022 and February 2023, and specifically sought feedback on the proposed anchoring and speed limit changes for the river.
A 6 knots speed limit was introduced for the most heavily-used southern shores of the river in September 2023, and MSQ received positive community feedback on this first stage of the Noosa River safety initiatives.
LNP candidate for Noosa, Clare Stewart, hosted Shadow Environment Minister Sam O’Connor last week to meet with members of the former Noosa River Stakeholders Advisory Committee and the Noosa Boating and Fishing Alliance to discuss the health and management of the Noosa River.
The meeting took place just days before the state government and Maritime Services Queensland rolled out its full reform agenda for river management.
“I appreciate how important the health and management of our river is to our community, which is why I worked hard, as Mayor, to establish the Noosa River Stakeholders Advisory Committee (NRSAC) made up of community representatives across all sectors of the river use including community, environment, recreational, fishing and tourism,” Ms Stewart said.
“This committee completed its term in March 2023. During this time the committee provided a list of recommendations and initia-
tives to improve the safety and amenity of the Noosa River.“
Ms Stewart said the committee’s recommendations were taken to public consultation by Maritime Safety Queensland in December 2022, but the community had waited far too long for answers.
The Boating Industry Association (BIA) welcomed the Maritime Safety Queensland announcement on the next stages of an effort to deliver an improved boating management plan for the Noosa waterways.
BIA spokesperson Neil Patchett said a boating management plan to support safe, responsible and enjoyable boating was long overdue for the waterways of Noosa.
“Boating is a way of life for a significant number of people in the Noosa region and we are supportive of MSQ, as the State’s navigation authority and regulator, to lead on a well-considered boating plan,” he said.
“We are supportive of ensuring responsible boating and safe speeds near structures, shorelines, non-powered craft and people in the water. We are supportive of a plan that deals with abandoned boats and wrecks, a plan for improved infrastructure for safe and convenient access to this waterway that includes appropriate ramps with adequate parking and supporting pontoons to assist people of all ages and abilities to enjoy boating in this area.”
BIA will continue to engage with MSQ in efforts to support paddle, power and sailing activities on the Noosa waterways now and for future generations. This engagement will include pressing for more education on responsible boat ownership and compliance of existing safe boating rules.
The BIA represents the industry with a national turnover of $9.64 billion and employs more than 32,000 people in a sector with an estimated 5 million people who go boating each year.
The LNP called for the results of any audits or surveys conducted by MSQ of anchored and live-aboard vessels, to be released including any available data on marine pollution caused by these vessels.
During his visit to Noosa, Mr O’Connor also held discussions with representatives from the Noosa Boating and Fishing Alliance centred around ageing boat launching assets not meeting community demands. Ms Stewart said Noosa boat launching assets have the largest demand shortfall in South East Queensland, according to the 2022 Queensland Recreational Boating Facilities Demand Study, despite the last three reports suggesting increased facilities.
“I will continue to be a strong advocate for better and more appropriate resources for our river users,” Ms Stewart said.
“I will continue to work with the LNP team to pursue these issues because Noosa deserves answers and outcomes, not excuses and delays from the state Labor government.“
“You said you were going to do it, you’re doing it. Fantastic!”
That’s the overwhelming message MSQ general manager Kell Dillon says he got from river users and stakeholders after last Friday’s government statement. He spoke exclusively to Noosa Today.
NT: MSQ seems to has delivered on most if not all of the major recommendations of NRSAC. Correct?
Kell Dillon: An important part of this is that the recommendations of NRSAC have largely been delivered, yes. This has been a process that began long before I joined MSQ at the start of 2022, and it’s fine to come up with a set of principles which then went to public consultation and received very positive feedback that these initiatives were supported by the community, but then it comes back to the regulator to implement them, bearing in mind timelines that are reasonable for people who are affected. We were very conscious of the fact that there are lots of vulnerable people involved here, so we needed to look at what it means when, say, we put a new anchoring restriction in place. We also have to look at how we’re going to enforce restrictions. It’s all about balancing safety and equity on the waterways, particularly on a waterway as popular as Noosa’s. We’ve done out audits so we have a very clear idea of what’s on the river and how people will be affected.
NT: Going back to the positive feedback you’ve had, you would be aware of the misinformation that surfaced during the recent council election campaign about proposed restrictions, such as banning all motorised craft, and other fanciful notions. Have you had negative feedback from these sources?
KD: Not aimed at us, but we’re well aware of those community discussions around issues like a conservation park, but that’s not the core business of MSQ.We are the state marine regulator, no one else is, and we intend to regulate the Noosa River through proper zoning and planning, recognising that it is an important resource for the state, and maximising its use for all people, not limiting it.
NT: I think today’s statement reflects that philosophy.
KD: Yes, and when you look at speed and anchoring restrictions, they are being delivered in a staged process that gives people plenty of
notice so that they can comply, and when they comply with what’s being asked, we won’t have any problems. At the moment, quite clearly, safety and amenity are not being facilitated on some parts of the river. What we’re about is delivering safety and amenity in an equitable way, and also minimising marine pollution. For example, if people are living aboard a craft, they have to do so in a safe and responsible fashion. Their toilets have to comply, they’ve got to be in a spot where they are not interfering with the amenity of other users, whether they’re swimmers on the beaches or people using small craft in the shallows. At the moment we often have stand up paddlers and kayakers being pushed further away from the banks than they want to be because of vessels parked there.
NT: When we interviewed you a year ago,
NRSAC was still operational and you talked about the importance of maintaining relations with all users and stakeholders. Now that it’s been disbanded, how do you build bridges of communication between state, council and community?
KD: It’s a fair question which I’ll answer in two ways. The first is that the thing about NRSAC was that it got everyone in the room so that the diverse opinions could be heard and we could work out a way forward that everyone could live with. The second is that it enabled us to make very good contacts with all the people who could present views on issues affecting the river. In all community consultation, the process works better when people know each other, and I believe that there is mutual respect between the groups now and we can communicate as we need to. For example, we put this
Noosa Council has welcomed the suite of Noosa River reforms the state government announced last Friday, including a commitment to remove derelict and abandoned vessels from the river, and the establishment of new ‘no-anchoring’ zones.
“Reforms to improve the river are long awaited, with safety, congestion and pollution of the river major concerns for our community,” Mayor Frank Wilkie said.
Cr Wilkie congratulated the NRSAC for its work developing the recommendations
that underpin the announced reforms. “Cochaired by Council and MSQ, NRSAC brought together a wide range of river stakeholders. With varied interests in the river they found common ground and put forward well-considered recommendations that now form the basis for the reforms.”
Mayor Wilkie said reforms stood to help improve the health and condition of Noosa River.
“The introduction of the six-knot speed limit in key areas late last year was a positive
first step by the state to address safety. Council is keen to see all of the NRSAC recommendations implemented, which makes Friday’s announcement by Minister Mellish welcome news. We trust that the minister will ensure MSQ is sufficiently resourced to deliver and police the reforms, including removal of derelict and abandoned houseboats if owners either cannot be found or do not act on orders to remove them.”
The Mayor said Council supported the promised introduction of ‘no-anchoring’ areas in congested parts of the river, and no-
statement out today and my phone has been ringing hot with stakeholders expressing positive views, along the lines of, “You said you were going to do it, you’re doing it. Fantastic.” What’s also appreciated is the fact that we now have a timeline for delivery.
The other part of communication to note is that we have education teams, we have media and social media teams, we have our local marine officer on site and we’ll also have a small dedicated team there, getting out on the water, having communication days at the boat ramps and so on.
NT: I think the community would like to know what’s changed since the first tranche of initiatives, including new speed limits, was introduced last September. Can you supply comparative figures?
KD: We drive our operations towards the need, and like the police, we don’t make statistics available on every facet of our work, but if you want to chart improvement on the river through compliance, there’s been a definite improvement since September on the evidence of our Maritime Enforcement Teams (METs) out on the water. Compliance is pretty good, but it can always be better. [See box below] We’re now doing a lot of patrols and speeding is about half of what we stop people for, and life jackets are a big part of the other half.
Like the police, we can’t be everywhere but we’ve put a really big focus on Noosa, as well as the Gold Coast. One thing that’s really changed is the number of complaints. Since September they’ve fallen through the floor, usually about close calls related to speeding. Since we increased our MET patrols with the new speed limits, complaints have dropped to almost zero. On the other hand, positive feedback has increased. What we expect to see over the next 18 months of the rollout is a much better managed waterway.
River compliance at a glance
· Vessels intercepted last 2 years: 1400
· Vessels intercepted last six months (since new speed and anchorage limits): 632
· Compliance last six months: 40 per cent
· Marine infringement notices issued: 25 per cent (speeding approx half)
anchoring for unoccupied vessels over five metres.
“The 28-day anchoring restriction the state has announced for Noosa waterways is also a welcome commitment, providing it is enforced. Our community has waited a long time to see the state take any significant action to address the list of congestion, safety and pollution issues facing Noosa River – one of the busiest in Queensland - so we look forward to seeing the government deliver on all of these commitments in the timeframe promised.”
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Doonan Palliative Care Hospice Katie Rose Cottage has received a very welcome boost, in the way of a new vehicle generously funded by Bendigo Bank Tewantin-Noosa, to use for their new Outreach program.
The program will offer their same level of compassionate and professional Palliative Care in the comfort of a patient’s home.
Katie Rose Cottage provides 24/7 professional, compassionate Palliative Care to clients facing life-ending illnesses at no cost and now they will be offering ‘Palliative Care in the Home’, with their soon to be launched Outreach program, in partnership with Queensland Health who fund the nursing care.
Katie Rose Cottage Hospice has a dedicated team of very experienced and highly qualified medical professionals who believe that endof-life should be just as beautiful as the beginning and who pride themselves on providing the very best care.
Hospice care allows carers and family the opportunity to relinquish the carer role, giving families the chance to share special quality time together.
Bendigo Bank Tewantin-Noosa chair Trish Radge said, “Everyone wants the best support for loved ones in palliative care so it was an easy decision for us to fund an expansion of Katie Rose’s incredible service.”
“Our customers are the reason we can make such a big impact in the community. Everyone needs a bank, so why not choose one that supports Katie Rose’s Outreach service?“
The hospice currently relies on fundraising, grants and donations, as Queensland Health only provides around 20 per cent of their annual $1.3 million clinical operational costs.
Katie Rose Cottage new chair Claire Middleton said the donation of the vehicle was a game-changer.
“It has been a long-term objective to offer in-home Palliative Care services in addition to our Hospice care,“ Claire said.
“Thanks to Bendigo Bank’s generous sponsorship of this new vehicle, we are now able to make this dream a reality.”
Katie Rose chief executive officer John Gabrielson said the team at Katie Rose Cottage were thrilled to learn of the vehicle donation.
“This means that the operational costs to run this new service places far less fiscal pressure on our small team,“ he said.
“As a charity, we rely on grants, fundraising events, and generous donations to cover our operational costs.
“If we had to purchase a new vehicle to offer this in-home service, it simply would not have been viable.
“We are deeply grateful to Bendigo Bank, and all those who bank with them. It’s a winwin for our community.“
Local sister-in-laws Melanie and Maritza Barone are set to host a sellout Mother’s Day Ladies Luncheon for 130 local women at Pier 33 to honour mothers and women while supporting Bloomhill Cancer Care on 10 May.
The inspiration behind the event stems from Melanie’s personal journey having lost her mother Maria to cancer just over a year ago.
Melanie said she watched as her mum delved into a spectrum of treatments, ranging from conventional oncology and radiation, but also the important complementary therapies which kept her comfortable during her journey.
“It was the complementary treatments and allied health professionals that particularly gave her much needed relief while she bravely fought her cancer,“ Melanie said.
“This is why we have chosen to dedicate a newly created event, the Bloomed Mother’s Day Ladies Luncheon to Bloomhill Cancer Care.
“Bloomhill resonates deeply with us, as it tirelessly supports locals who are navigating the complexities of a cancer diagnosis. We know first-hand how important these services are to those undergoing treatment and raising funds is our way of acknowledging the great work they undertake in our community.”
Maritza said an event like this is no easy feat to pull off, and the overwhelming support from the Sunshine Coast community and prominent businesses has been remarkable.
“Everyone knows somebody who has been touched by cancer and we know the Sunshine Coast is a very giving community so It has been incredible to witness the collective effort that has brought this event to fruition. All the tickets are now sold so we look forward to a great day celebrating all
the women in our lives,“ Maritza said.
Holly Hale, general manager of Bloomhill shared her heartfelt appreciation for the outpouring of support for the inaugural event.
“We are profoundly grateful to see people within our community rallying behind Bloomhill Cancer Care. Special events such as this help us educate people about the important services available at Bloomhill for those impacted by cancer while raising essential funds to support our nursing and therapy services, as well as take the time to say thank you to the community who support us,“ she said.
The Bloomed Mother’s Day Ladies Luncheon promises to be a day of celebration, honouring life and the resilience of those who have faced or are currently navigating the cancer journey.
Members of the community are encouraged to contribute to Bloomhill Cancer Care’s mission by donating through their website: fundraising.bloomhill.com.au
Seventy adventurous mountain climbers took on the challenge of conquering 6 Peaks in 1 Day, raising a remarkable $62,834 and counting on Sunday 5 May.
Reed & Co Estate Agents founder and director Adrian Reed said, “This incredible event demands the absolute best from its participants.”
“It takes courage to strive for greatness, to make a difference in the lives of children in hospitals, and to push ourselves when it truly matters.
“I am constantly amazed by the motivated and inspiring team at Reed & Co, who share a common goal of making a lasting impact.
“It is a dream come true for me, and I couldn’t be prouder of their achievements.”
Reed & Co Estate Agents have been overwhelmed by the response and the generosity of the Noosa community.
Since opening in 2018, Reed & Co Estate Agents in collaboration with the Loyal Foundation, and the Humpty Dumpty Foundation, have now raised $1,072,798 and purchased 85 pieces of life-saving paediatric medical equipment for our local and regional hospitals.
Kicking the day off at 4:30am, two buses donated by the Good Shepherd Lutheran College transported climbers from the Reed & Co office to Wild Horse Mountain in the Beerburrum State Forest for the first climb of the day.
The journey continued with a steep calfburning climb to the peak of Mount Beerburrum.
Participants powered through the clouds to the top of Peak 3, Mount Ngungun, where they were rewarded with incredible views of the Glasshouse Mountains.
Now at the halfway point, participants had the chance to refuel with barista made coffee kindly donated by the team at Shine Social and Communities, injecting a pep into their step to conquer the rest of the challenge.
With spirits high and determination strong, participants and support crews were ready for the 40-minute bus ride north to tackle the fourth peak, Mount Ninderry.
The sun came out for the climb up Mount Coolum, where participants powered up and down knowing there was only one peak left to climb.
With an elevation of 439m, the highest peak of the day, Mount Cooroora awaited.
As competitors hopped off the bus, the energy was contagious.
As challenging as the day had been, the true motivation came from knowing that the pain
and challenge endured faced pale in comparison to those of the children and families who will benefit from the equipment we are raising money to purchase.
Prior to the climb, Adrian Reed announced the competition for King and Queen of Mount Cooroora, to challenge the elite on another level.
Both Marat Roche and Roxanne Shahtahmasebi were crowned King and Queen of Mount Cooroora, crossing the finish line at exactly same time in a remarkable 31 minutes.
The day ended at Pomona Distilling Co with some well-deserved celebratory drinks, hon-
ouring not only the incredible physical feat of conquering 6 Peaks but also the camaraderie and fundraising achievements of the day.
The day wouldn’t have been possible without the support of sponsors, Satori Advisory and Judo Bank, supporting partners, VitHit, Bounce Foods and TH7 Bodylabs Noosa and the incredible bus drivers of Good Shepherd Lutheran College, Ivan and Lea.
6 Peaks in 1 Day donation page will be open until 5pm Monday 13 May, if you would like to contribute to helping kids in hospital, follow the link: loyal-foundation.grassrootz.com/6peaks- in-1-day-2024
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With the aim of going deeper than footy and surf chat, The Men’s Table is launching their entree event at the Noosa Golf Club and Caloundra RSL this May.
The national grassroots not-for-profit group creates a safe place for men to share and be heard in a confidential and non-judgemental environment, creating a greater sense of belonging, camaraderie and connection.
The first Men’s Table began in 2011 with twelve men who have met once a month for dinner ever since.
In the Kitchen (head office) at The Men’s Table, local Regional Host, Anthony Garnham said, “We first started at a dinner in Surry Hills in Sydney at a low-key Italian restaurant and now we’re running at nearly 200 locations with about 2000 men across the country.”
“This is the first time The Men’s Table is coming to the Sunshine Coast and it was the logical next step in our Queensland expansion plan.”
The Men’s Table upcoming dates are:
· Noosa/Tewantin (Day Table): Monday 20 May at Noosa Golf Club at 11.45am.
· Noosa/Tewantin (Night Table): Wednesday 29 May at Noosa Golf Club at 5.30pm.
· Caloundra:Tuesday 28 May at the Caloundra RSL at 6pm.
Anthony said, “It’s a taster or an information event so that men can come along and try The Men’s Table so they can decide if they want to go forward and join the tables that will form.”
“It’s about conversations that are different from just footy and stuff.We go beyond banter. We’re trying to go a bit deeper and actually find out how guys are going.
business world in which I used to operate, and my goal each day is to help and support men to connect with each other,” Anthony said.
Group members are often reporting that they get a sense of belonging and a sense of trust after the events.
“It’s a wonderful change for me, from the
“We quite often get men who are new to an area, or people going through something in their life. They might’ve just retired, they might’ve had something go down with work or a partner issue, some sort of trigger in their life; or they might just be a community person who just wants to help out.”
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“It’s a very satisfying feeling when I hear from men who say this is really working for them.”
The group has been commissioned twice by The National Mental Health Commission to undertake research into men’s wellbeing; and has recently gained support to grow on the Sunshine Coast from The Wilson Foundation, whose focus is to invest in research and initiatives to drive change in both mental and physical health.
Noosa Aquatic Centre (NAC) celebrated their 25th birthday on Wednesday 1 May, with community members joining in for the party.
Since opening its doors on 1 May 1999, the NAC has trained 51,913 swim squad members, taught 23,500 learn-to-swim students, hosted over 4 million visitors.
Staff members said it was lovely to reconnect with former Mayor Bob Abbott, Tony Frost who led the community charge, as well as key former staff who had a real hand in bringing the 50m pool to fruition.
The celebration included all coaches who have between then coached thousands of kids including Olympians, clubs who call the NAC home, and current staff.
A 10-visit swim pass is available for $40, and a 10-visit off peak special for squad sessions is on offer for $70 from 1 May to 30 September.
To find out more about Noosa Aquatic Centre, visit noosaaquaticcentre.com.au
Hello all, and welcome to the thousands of new residents who have moved here over the past few years.
I asked a small group of teenagers at Sunrise Beach last weekend what they enjoyed about Noosa. They replied they liked how the dunes had not been cleared and that there “were trees and birds”.
Fortunately, we live in a community where many of us feel the collective responsibility to help ensure it stays that way for these young people and their children. This inter-generational legacy of community-driven environmental protection dating back to the early 1950s is supported by a town plan that delivers low-rise, responsible development and seeks to preserve our natural assets.
There’s also been a deliberate effort to avoid so-called “big city, urban symbols”, such as high rise (Noosa has a four-storey maximum), traffic lights (we have roundabouts instead at intersections), parking meters and the visual pollution of road-side commercial signage.
Noosa is also the only shire that has banned election signs on its road reserves and, thanks to an agreement with the Department ofTransport and Main Roads, State-owned roads.
In recent years, the planning scheme was changed and Queensland’s first local law brought in to minimize the spread and impacts of Short-Term Accommodation on our residential neighbourhoods. More amend-
ments are on the way to help with this.
Thanks to strategic purchases of land using the Environment Levy, there’s a continual net increase in land being protected for conservation in Noosa Shire. Over 42 per cent of Noosa is now protected for conservation, compared to a state average of just over eight per cent. We’re on track for a target of 50 per cent by 2030.
Noosa Council has recently partnered with the State Government, Noosa Parks Association and HQ Plantations to convert 2400 hect-
ares of former plantation and state forest in the Yurol-Ringtail area into National Park. To give some perspective, the iconic Noosa Heads National Park near Main Beach, is 240 hectares.
Thanks to decades of balancing urban development with respect for natural assets, Noosa Shire was in 2007 declared the first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in Queensland. This region is now the only place in Australia with three continuous, adjacent biospheres.
Other firsts include becoming the first local government in Queensland to declare a cli-
mate emergency – being prepared for, and to recover from, climate-related natural disasters is core business. There’s also an ambitious Net Zero target by 2026.
And because a large part of the Noosa River Catchment has been preserved as National Park, the Noosa River is one of the healthiest river systems in SEQ with a unique everglades system. However, urban development impacts have put pressure on the lower reaches. Noosa is one of 60 communities around Australia restoring its once-prolific oyster reefs to help improve water quality and provide habitat for a diversity of marine life.
Thanks to a collaborative relationship with the State, Marine Services Queensland is moving to address safety issues and the unlimited anchoring and mooring on the river.
Noosa is also one of threeWorld Surfing Reserves in Australia (and only 12 in the world). This has made our community enormously popular to the point of overcrowding at peak times.
Actions on how we may protect Noosa’s identity as a community first, with its role as a prime visitor destination, will be presented to you in public consultation on the Destination Management Plan in the next month or so.The DMP is another first, in that it prioritises the needs of the community and our natural assets in determining the future of tourism here.
Hoping you will have your say on how we can improve on the things we love and minimising the pressures that diminish them.
Rod Ritchie, president of Cooroy Area Residents Association, looks at some of the problems facing our new Council in the post-covid world
An affordable housing and rental property crisis.
Noosa has long been a place where highdensity development and urban sprawl were held in check. This has made our shire attractive to tourists, investors and residents. The affordable housing crisis is a systemic problem that is not confined to Noosa and is not just a matter of building more affordable housing.
Our housing stock is undergoing a dynamic change. Houses once in the full-time rental pool are being claimed by owners or sold to investors keen to cash in on their STA appeal. This has pushed affordability further out of the reach of residents looking for a place on the real estate ladder. It’s also meant rental prices have soared. As a result, we have an extremely tight market for long-term letting, with hospitality and service workers forced to seek lower-priced accommodation in towns outside the shire.
Solutions: The state government is legislating to empower the Planning Minister to override local planning schemes to ensure affordable housing will be built. Council could look for opportunities for approving social housing on public land, before the state selects areas for them. It must also lobby the state and federal governments for building subsidies.
A short-term accommodation tsunami is affecting suburban life
As with the situation in popular destinations world-wide, the booming short-term accommodation industry grew before regulations could be put in place. Noosa Council has become the first council in Queensland to enact local laws to regulate short-stay letting and home hosted accommodation. These new local laws are now in place, and although they have slowed down new applications, enforcement of these regulation and compliance measures are only gradually becoming effective. Unfortunately, this booming industry has had a detrimental effect on our communities,
particularly the coastal precincts, once diverse residential areas, which are morphing into neighbourhoods catering predominately to the STA market.
Solutions: Noosa Council planning staff have rejected most recent applications and most councillors have supported the recommendations. While so-called party houses have been banned throughout Noosa under state legislation, a more common problem is residential houses with large groups of holidaymakers. Operating outside the legislation, these have been problematic for a long time. Council must work on improvement in enforcement of, and compliance with, the new laws. Tourism has gone down market
Remember when Tourism Noosa (TN) pitched Noosa to low volume, high-value visitors with classy ads? During Covid-19, when the industry lost international and even interstate visitors, they had to pivot from these visitors, to high-volume, low-value ones. Essentially, this marketing shift led to a boom in day-trippers, drive-ins and intrastate visitation, and residents now find themselves stuck in traffic jams that they only previously knew from peak holiday periods. Naturally enough, our infrastructure struggles to cater for this market.
With the new visitor demographic has come new social problems. And in the push to include the hinterland in the tourism Noosa marketing strategy, we risk importing coastal problems such as housing shortages, infrastructure and traffic pressures. Given the demographics of our small towns, such as Kin Kin and Pomona,
already struggling with a massive hinterland quarry truck traffic problem, these pressures the hinterland can ill afford. Solutions: Council has taken the formulation of a Destination Management Plan seriously. Last year, the community and industry were widely consulted, through workshops and an invitation to have their say, and a draft plan was written. This plan will be given to a consultative committee and Noosa’s councillors, for further input before a final version comes back to the community for comment.The plan will then become part of the Tourism Noosa funding agreement for the final two years of the quadrennial funding agreement. Key Performance Indicators will be included, holding Tourism Noosa to visitor benchmarks.
The future Noosa Council does not have the powers to instantly provide a remedy for all of these problems. However, we will need to work with the state to come up with innovative solutions, because the shire is under pressures that was unimaginable just a few years ago.Without action, and a real plan for the future, our lives are all diminished and the special place we’ve worked so hard to preserve will further deteriorate. We are, in many ways, a victim of our own success in years of environmental advocacy by councillors, planning staff and local lobby groups.While tourists enjoy Noosa for obvious reasons, we must ensure that residents and their amenity are the major part of any equation that ensures Noosa remains a sustainable place to live and visit.
With so much happening and some great progress, grab a cuppa as this is a big share! Democracy and Trust in QLD
Recently I delivered a Matter of Public Interest speech. The impetus for this came while I was researching other unicameral (one chamber) parliaments to discover why they were performing better than Queensland in obtaining bipartisan agreements on issues that move beyond a political term or party. Relayed was that our issue was one of ‘immaturity’ and, sadly, this has shown to be correct, evidenced by a reliance on media grabs, misinformation and fear-mongering in politics and election strategies, diminishing voter trust.
That trust is further diminished through practices from the major parties that hoodwink Queenslanders into providing their personal information. Last month I asked both sides of the chamber to support my Private Members Motion to end data harvesting via the postal vote applications process, a practice which has been recommended to be banned in a Commonwealth inquiry. Yet only the crossbench voted for greater transparency, with both majors not giving any acceptable rationale for using your personal information in a way you have not authorised. Australia is one of the only advanced democracies where parties are completely exempt from privacy legislation, and I will continue to fight to see this remedied. The full speech is available at www.bit.ly/BOLTONMPI2024 under ‘Democratic Performance’, with the PMM available at www.bit.ly/PMM_Data2024.
Integrity in our politics
Having called for integrity and credibility in the
run-up to the next state election, the response has already been disappointing. Two weeks in a row, a political party candidate for the Noosa Electorate has been misinforming our community. First by implying that the future of our hospital is uncertain, which is incorrect. The slowness of renegotiating the lease to accommodate the expansion of the emergency department has been the issue, not that an extension or new lease would not occur.The use of baseless‘petitions’ also raises the issue of data harvesting, as this is another known tactic to obtain your personal information. In addition, these petitions are used by political parties or MPs to claim it was due to their ‘petition’ or ‘work’ that a headline-chasing announcement was made.
Secondly, after the Interim Report intoYouth
Justice reform was released, I asked both major parties to get on with committing to the recommendations and stop the politicking out of respect for all, including victims. However further falsehoods were broadcast, including that it was the government who had delayed, stalled or blocked that report, which is incorrect.
How can Queenslanders ever trust any MP, political party or candidate when this type of behaviour continues? There is so much I could say, however being constrained by the standing rules of Parliament means that it will have to wait until I write a book one day!
Youth Justice Reform
In my role as chair of Youth Justice Reform Select Committee, I made a commitment to victims, their families and communities impacted
that the inquiry would lead to tangible action, and I have delivered that.Within 24 hours of my calling on both sides of the house for commitments to the 60 recommendations contained in the report -- recommendations born from the voices of Queenslanders during a seven-month inquiry -- the government responded, committing to all recommendations either in full or in principle. In addition, tabling of legislative changes through the Queensland Community Safety Bill, which has been referred to the Community Safety and Legal Affairs Committee, to which I have transferred.
Even though the opposition has yet to make any commitments to these recommendations, I will continue to seek their support given that is what Queenslanders sought when they asked for a bipartisan agreement. The Interim Report, government’s response, and the draft bill which is open for community consultation until the 16th of May can all be found at www.bit.ly/ YouthJusticeBill2024
Noosa River
Upcoming changes to anchoring and mooring have been released, with information available in this issue of Noosa Today and via our latest newsletter and Noosa 360. We have been assured that any residents experiencing hardship that may be impacted by this transition will be provided support through relevant agencies and outreach programs, and I thank the Maritime Safety Queensland team for this commitment. To dispel some concerns already raised, yes you can anchor for recreational purposes such as shopping, dining etc, just not for days/ weeks at a time!
Electric bikes and scooters safety
New laws were passed to expand the application of careless riding offences regardless of age. With concerns raised by residents regarding dangerous riding, I asked a Question on Notice in Parliament on what further consideration is being given to introducing a licensing scheme for operators and riders to improve safety and will update once a response has been received. Information on the new laws is available at Noosa 360 on our website, and as always, please report any incidents of dangerous behaviours to Policelink to assist in identifying locations for targeted operations.(www. police.qld.gov.au/policelink-reporting).
Teewah Cooloola Recreation Area
The overdue recommendations from the Cooloola Sustainable Visitor Capacity study have been released, as well as the draft Cooloola Recreation Management Plan which is now open for community consultation at www.bit.ly/ DraftCooloolaPlan2024. It was good for theTeewah CooloolaWorking Group to have a briefing prior, and I thank the Department of Environment and Science and QLD Parks and Wildlife Service teams for this. Even though there are aspects some will not be happy with, there are parts that provide a path forward and I will up-
date on this after a response has been drafted. To add to our communities’ efforts, the University of the Sunshine Coast has commenced a study on beach driving, funded by the QLD Government’s Motor Accident Insurance Commission, and are seeking participants who have driven on Noosa North Shore, Teewah, Rainbow or Double Island beaches in the past five years. This is available, as well our previous updates regarding Teewah, at www.sandybolton. com/?s=teewah.
Housing
The House with No Step site in Doonan can be used to address our community’s need for temporary worker accommodation, yet it still sits unused after five years of efforts. Yes, it needs work, however nothing is impossible. Given nowhere ‘suitable’ has been identified by governments over these years, at what point will the reasons ‘why we ‘can’t’ turn into ‘how we can’? We have at least two years until affordable housing projects in the pipeline are realised, and until then our workers cannot be sleeping in their cars, nor can the community continue dealing with illegal camping. Utilising a portion of this site to address these needs with already a caretaker’s residence in place, would not displace current users including our fabu-
lous Rotary Youth Driver Awareness program, and until any level of government can offer a solution, I will continue to seek support from Sunshine Coast Council and the Minister.
Speaking of interventions, the Housing Availability and Affordability Bill was passed in which to facilitate a fast-track and fee-free process for community housing projects. Concerns are that circumnavigating local government planning schemes can lead to adverse outcomes, as we saw with the Department of Agricultural and Fisheries boatshed which has taken some years to remedy. However, being reassured by government’s response that they will work with Councils prior, and that full community consultation would be undertaken, I feel that this is an opportunity for our community to assess individual projects to deliver affordable housing for our residents.
In addition, the just released ‘Even Better Public Sector for Queensland Strategy 202428’ does not recognise or acknowledge major issues including that the housing crisis could have been avoided by having forecasting capacity in our public sector, and that the fallout from COVID-19, such as failing mental health across our state and unsustainable demands on our policing and health systems, could have been foreseen and provision made for them. Having written a response to this, I will update you when more information is received.
Cooloola Great Walk
We expect an announcement in the next month to our request for no commercially-built structures in Great Sandy National Park, as well an amendment to the Nature Conservation Act to remove the possibility of a similar proposal in the future. Both the Minister for Tourism and the Minister for Environment have assured us that they are working in line with our community’s expectations, and we will update as soon as received.
Home schooling
Thank you to all of our home-schooling parents who raised concerns regarding the upcoming Education (General Provisions) Bill. In response, changes have been made including further consultation with all stakeholders, and a Home School Advisory Group will be established.The remaining issue around the changes to the guiding principles for home schooling should be part of the consultations mentioned
above, as they are important to address.
Rural Fire Service
Having met with members from our local Rural Fire Brigades on the Disaster Management and Other Legislation Amendment Bill, three aspects remain of concern as posted on Facebook and Noosa 360, and I will be tracking the progress of these changes that were passed by Parliament. If it is found these are failing our community, I will seek to have them amended. Thank you to every volunteer who dedicates time to keeping us safe, as we deeply appreciate every day what you selflessly do.
Beckmans Road Upgrade/ Tewantin Bypass
Having just completed a mobile office at the Noosa Farmers Market, I am surprised how many are unaware of the staged approached for this! For a refresh, in late 2022, Stage 1 of the Tewantin Bypass (the roundabout at the corner of Cooroy-Noosa and Beckmans Roads) was completed, with the next stage requested being the Eumundi /Noosa Road intersection, which is in design stage and in which I have sought construction funding from government and will also be from the opposition!
Six Mile Bridge #7 replacement
With the new bridge between Pomona and Cooran fully opened to traffic, we look forward to the official opening to celebrate what can be achieved when community stands united. Thank you to all, including residents impacted through the construction period, as well everyone’s efforts over this long journey to see this dangerous and flood-prone bridge replaced.
As you can see, this month has been very full! There was much more, including the Environmental Protection Bill still being debated, however I will report on that after the next sitting, particularly in relation to the inappropriate volume of heavy haulage through our Noosa country villages.
As always, the many issues we are working on are posted to Noosa 360 at SandyBolton. com/Noosa360. To keep updated, please subscribe to my monthly newsletter via SandyBolton.com/Newsletters
For any questions, my office can be contacted via noosa@parliament.qld.gov.au or on 5319 3100 as we are here for you!
Until next time, Happy Mothers Day to all, including our foster carers.
Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Rosanna Natoli is urging the community to be alert to fake social media and messages that appear to be from her but in reality, are multiple impersonation attempts.
Mayor Natoli has one official council Facebook account (Mayor Rosanna Natoli) but fake accounts have been set-up in her name.
As well as fake profile social media accounts, the scammers have allegedly been messaging and Skype calling people asking for personal information, bank details and organising meetings.
“Please know that I would never seek money from community members or send links to organise or join meetings via social media platforms,” Mayor Natoli said.
“To help keep everyone safe, please be vigilant.
“We encourage anyone who has received social media or other communications via a fake profile to report this behaviour to the social media network it’s occurring on, the Queensland Police Service and the Australian Cyber Security Centre.
“Don’t be fooled by these scammers and take steps to protect yourself from cybercrime.”
Sunshine Coast Council and Mayor Natoli have made reports to the Queensland Police Service and the Australian Cyber Security Centre and will continue to monitor the situation.
Sunshine Coast District Officer Acting Superintendent Chris Toohey said cybercrime was a criminal offence.
“Please be cautious when communicating with people online and if in doubt, do not engage,” A/Superintendent Toohey said.
“If you think you have provided your financial details or sent money to a scammer, contact your financial institution immediately and report the incident to police.”
Facebook users can check the page ID to
ensure they are following Mayor Natoli’s account. When viewing her page, click about, click page transparency and check the page ID is 245083698695401.
The Mayor’s Facebook URL is facebook. com/MayorRosannaNatoliOfficial.
Please visit council’s website to for ways to contact Mayor Natoli.
Checking calls from council Council has also warned of scam phone callers saying they are from Council and asking residents for personal information or asking to visit their home.
Ask any Queenslander and they will tell you we’re number one. Number one for sunshine and lifestyle. We are also number one to benefit from coal royalties.
Coal royalties help to pay for cost-of-living support like electricity rebates and free kindy. They also help pay for infrastructure and services.
Council does not contact customers asking for personal information. If in doubt, please contact council to verify the contact is legitimate.
Identify a fake social media account and stay internet safe
Impersonators are getting smarter and they’re making fake social media accounts harder to trace these days.
However, if an account is fake, there’s always a sign. If you want to be sure if a social media account is fake or not, check the following elements:
· An account’s About or Details information will usually contain no details or be blank if the account is fake.
· Impersonators will have a lower number of followers than a legitimate account.
· Incorrect spelling can be a good indicator of a fake page.
· Language that doesn’t match an account such as incorrect gender, age or public opinion.
· Low or no comments on posts.
· Fraud account may message personally giving financial advice or requesting donations.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is moving beyond being a sophisticated tool.
Globaltechguru,MustafaSuleyman,saysAIis rapidly becoming a new species!
It has already morphed into an endless wave of creativity - writing poetry, making music, and creating videos that stretch the imagination.
Where is the public discussion led by our politicalrepresentativesenvisioningthecommunity response to the opportunities and risks this new wave poses?
Old time frames are not on our side as the new wave of technology accelerates, evolves, and reproduces itself.
Mustafa says the journeys of humanity and technology are deeply entwined and we need to face the questions surrounding AI autonomy and retaining human control.
Change is occurring rapidly. Commentators said AI would never be empathetic and yet millions of people each day engage with AI seeking aid for their emotional challenges.
AI’s development is fuelled by spiralling volumes of new data and computational power.
Onapersonallevel,Mustafaseeseveryonebeing represented by an infinitely knowledgeable AI that will have exceptional emotional intelligence as a kind supportive companion functioning as a life tutor. Besides individuals, governments, businesses, and cities will have their unique interactive AI persona. An AI could organise a community get-together for a sick neighbour.
I have not seen any of our leaders poke their noses up and even slightly allude not just to the challenges and opportunities that await us but areatourfeetrightnow.Weareinsodeepalready thatthereappearstobenopathtoprogresswhere we can leave the technology behind.
To ensure AIs serve and amplify humanity, we need to think about them as a new kind of digital species. They already communicate in our language, see what we see, have impressive memories, display personalities, and can act autonomously if we allow them.
Let us not fear our future but shape it now starting with informed public discussion and leadership. We don’t have the tortuous time we took to address climate change. This is not just a
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discussion for tech gurus but for all of us involved knowingly or unknowingly owing to the personal and community implications for us.
Garry Reynolds, Peregian SpringsSteve Hall cherrypicks the facts. Yes, some farmers have allowed renewables on their properties and are happy to have huge sums of money lobbed into their bank accounts,courtesy of taxpayers. Equally, there are many who are fighting hard against having wind turbines, solar factories and transmission lines marched across their fertile lands. I have seen interviews with some farmers who are very distressed about the dangers theyseeaheadiftheseareforceduponthem. The Victorian government has just passed new laws giving itself far greater powers to enforce this.
ChrisBowenlovestotalkabouthowexpensive nuclear power would be but is very reluctant to give figures on the cost of renewable energy projects.Theywillbeastronomical. Probablynobody really knows because any figure balloons out, as in the case of Snowy 2..0 which was initially $2bn and is now predicted to be 10 times that amount, if it is ever finished at all. The main problem with renewables is that they are neither cheap nor reliable and will always need either coal, gas or nuclear as a back-up.The ban should be lifted on nuclear power and we should at least be having a discussionaboutit. Wearetheonlycountryinthe OECD not to have nuclear.power. Another problem with renewables that is rarely mentioned is: how are these millions and millions of turbines and solar panels to be disposed of at the end of their relatively short life-span of 20-25 years? They are extremely toxic, so where will they go? Small modular reactors, by contrast, can last for 40 to 60 years. They can also be installed on present coal-fired power stations, where they can be linked to current transmission lines thus avoiding the huge cost of building new ones.
The West is spending trillions of dollars on fighting this so-called climate emergency but are we all being brain-washed? There is an excellent documentary on YouTube that I urge people to search out. It is Climate: The Movie (The Cold Truth), Itrunsabout80minutesbutiswellworth your time. It features distinguished scientists, including the winner of the 2022 Nobel Prize for physics , who happily take on the environmental lobby. It demolishes the myths we have all been fed for years about“climate boiling“. It should be mandatory viewing in all schools and universities and would allay their fears that the world is going to burn and they have no future. No wonder we have such high levels of anxiety and depression among the young.
JeanetteScott, Noosa Heads
Climate change denialism has evolved over the past decade from outright denying that climate change is occurring to advocating that nuclear power is the way to stop it. Both positions have been,andare,untenable. JohnTurner(NT26/04) upholds his commitment to the absurd anti-science ideology by offering disingenuous concern
for wildlife and the environment as his reason for opposing wind turbines. He does pinpoint the main concerns that environmentalist have about wind turbines and that is that the blades are not easily recyclable and that they do kill birds and bats. Environmentalists have had these concerns for years and are seeking solutions. A solution to the recycling of blades involves using different components that can be chemically reduced and reused upon end of life.This solution needs to be legislatedtogetuniversalresultsbutisachievable. At the moment, Australia will generate about 150 tonnes per year of landfill from wind turbine bladesforthenext10years.Toputthisinperspective, the Noosa Shire population generates about 300 times this amount of landfill each year.
Bird and bat kills from wind turbines greatly concerns all environmentalist. Solutions include, beepers on the sides of turbines to repel bats, painting blades to make them more visible, turning off the blades at low speeds (when birds are more likely to be hit), turning off the blades when raptors are detected, or at certain times of the day when birds or bats are more active. In research, thesetechniqueshavereducedkillsbybetterthan 50 per cent;, still too high.
Wind turbines in Australia kill about 10,000 birds per year. By comparison, domestic cats kill 80 million birds per year. Feral cats kill another 270 million more. Millions more are killed by automobiles and flying into windows. If JohnTurner was serious about birds, bats, and the environment, he would be advocating for strict control of cats, would stop driving his car and would be an activist for less waste generation.
John Turner still believes that CO2 is good for theplanetbecauseitisusedbyplants.Hisreasoning is the same as someone who opposes fencing around swimming pools because water is necessary for life. Even good things can be excessive, John. Meanwhile, The Lancet named climate change as the greatest threat to human health (NT 3 May). Anthropogenic climate change is a scientific concept, supported by all the evidence. Solutions to any problem can create other problems so this is the challenge of controlling global warming. If the process had been started 30 years ago,likescientistshadbeenadvocating,solutions today would be much more affordable and less problematic.
Steve Hall, Conroy
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ABC TV, Friday, 7.30pm
You’ve probably never before entertained the idea of this unusual water feature in your backyard, but after tonight you won’t be able get the thought out of your mind. Forget a waterfall or a fountain: Hannah Moloney (pictured) marries cute amphibians with serene design when she creates a pond designed to happily house frogs. There’s also not one but two exciting garden tours: one awash with autumnal fancy and the other a sustainable revelation. Josh Byrne shares his crop rotation tips and, if you dream of cultivating tomatoes in the middle of winter, find out if grow lights might be the ticket with Tammy Huynh.
CREATIVE TYPES WITH VIRGINIA TRIOLI
ABC TV, Tuesday, 9pm
This intriguing and therapeutic reflection on the creative mind, unwrapping and exploring how some of Australia’s most recognised creators tap into their artistic instincts, goes out with a bang tonight, featuring thought-provoking artist Patricia Piccinini. The Melbourne-based but world-renowned visual artist is famous for her sculptures of disturbingly beautiful and grotesque human-like forms that challenge our ideas of what it is to be alive in a technology obsessed world. In this captivating conversation with host Virginia Trioli (pictured, right, with Piccinini), the artist generously shares her thoughts on why she’s compelled to “create the worlds” that blossom in her mind.
ABC TV (2)
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. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.
1.00 Silent Witness. (Malv, R) 2.00 Queen Of Oz. (Ml, R) 2.30 White Fever. (Mls, R)
2.55 Ningaloo Nyinggulu. (R)
3.55 Long Lost Family. (PG, R)
4.40 Grand Designs. (PG, R)
5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Gardening Australia. Hannah Moloney installs a frog pond.
8.30 Silent Witness. (Ma) An abandoned truck containing multiple dead bodies exposes a shocking human trafficking case.
9.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson.
10.00 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (Final, R) With guests Concetta Caristo and Dave Hughes.
10.35 White Fever. (Mls, R)
11.00 ABC Late News.
11.20 Grand Designs. (PG, R)
12.10 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 12.55 Traces. (Madls, R) 1.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
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LOUIS THEROUX INTERVIEWS...
ABC TV Plus, Sunday, 8.30pm
Documentarian Louis Theroux exudes a charming and effective naivety with his disarmingly laid-back interview style, nimbly unravelling his subjects’ essence. From paedophiles to religious extremists, the child medication epidemic and Vegas gamblers, the Brit has made a name for himself by tackling challenging subjects and people. In this somewhat lighter series’ second season, Theroux treks through mental health and political wounds, chinwagging with celebrities who “are all distinctive and brilliant in different ways”. Kicking off with boxer Anthony Joshua, this sixepisode series also features Dame Joan Collins, whistleblower Chelsea Manning and troubled rocker Pete Doherty.
SBS (3)
6.00 Eurovision Song Contest Semi-Final. 7.20 Cycling. Giro d’Italia. Stage 6. Highlights. 8.20 WorldWatch. 10.05 Peer To Peer. (PGa, R) 10.35 Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out. (PG, R) 11.25 The Lost World Of Joseph Banks. (Ma, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.35 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.05 Jeopardy! (R) 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 6. Highlights.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. Presented by Marc Fennell.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Eurovision Song Contest Semi-Final. (R) From Malmö, Sweden. 10.00 ABBA In Concert. (R) Coverage of performances by ABBA. 11.05 SBS World News Late. 11.35 L’Opera. (Mal, R) 3.20 World’s Most Luxurious Holidays. (R) 4.15 Luke Nguyen’s Railway Vietnam. (PG, R) 4.45 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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Masks. 5.35 Do,
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Ella. 6.05 Kiya And
Kimoja Heroes. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25
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Paddington. 6.40
Hands on buzzers: Sam Pang, Tom Gleisner and Ed Kavalee return to HYBPA?
HAVE YOU BEEN PAYING ATTENTION?
10, Monday, 8.40pm
After more than a decade on air (well, 11 years to be exact), Network 10’s most prized program is as addictive as ever. With its tried-and-true, much-loved formula involving straitlaced host Tom Gleisner quizzing five boisterous panellists about the news from the past week, this hit gag-fest remains the perfect way to laugh off any Monday blues. Along with veteran panellists Sam Pang and Ed Kavalee, the prized guest roster includes comedians Anne Edmonds, Celia Pacquola, Kitty Flanagan and Glenn Robbins, in a fight for points that traverses everything from comical sporting moments to daytime soap operas and politicians’ shenanigans. It’s a reliable way to put a smile on your dial.
SEVEN (7)
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Fatal Flatline. (2020, Mav, R) Julie McNiven. 2.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur.
6.00 Seven Local News.
6.30 Seven News.
7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.
8.30 MOVIE: This Means War. (2012, Mlsv, R) Two CIA operatives find themselves vying for the affections of the same woman. Reese Witherspoon, Chris Pine.
10.30 To Be Advised.
11.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)
12.00 Celebrity Obsessed. (Mav, R)
1.00 Harry’s Practice. (R) 1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.
Escape To The Country. 7.30 Medical Emergency. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Harry’s Practice. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes And Gardens. 1.00 House Of Wellness. 2.00 My Road To Adventure. 2.30 Sydney Weekender. 3.00 Imagine Holidays Iconic Rail Journeys. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes And Gardens. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 The Yorkshire Steam Railway: All Aboard. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 12.30am The Real Seachange. 1.00 This Rugged Coast. 2.00 Late Programs.
NINE (8, 9)
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning.
12.00 MOVIE: Romance At The Vineyard. (2023, G) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News.
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 10. Parramatta Eels v Brisbane Broncos.
9.55 Golden Point. Post-match NRL wrap-up.
10.40 MOVIE: The Foreigner. (2017, MA15+alv, R) A businessman seeks justice. Jackie Chan.
12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.35 Pointless. (PG, R)
2.30 Destination WA.
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)
6am Gideon’s Way. 7.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. 7.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo.
And Holly. 6.50 Kiri And Lou. 6.55 Supertato. 7.05 Andy And The Band. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 MOVIE: Widows. (2018, MA15+) 10.35 MOVIE: Veronica Mars. (2014, PG) 12.25am Would I Lie To You? 1.25 QI. 1.55 ABC News Update. 2.00 Close. 5.00 Hoopla. 5.15 Ready, Jet, Go! 5.25 Alva’s World. 5.40 Late Programs. ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 11.30 Bakugan. Noon Manifest. 2.00 Bewitched. 2.30 Full House. 3.00 The Nanny. 3.30 Everybody Loves Raymond. 4.30 The Addams
TEN (5, 1)
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. Hosted by Miguel Maestre. 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (PGls, R) Compilation of highlights from the series featuring Taylor Swift, Daniel Craig, Eddie Redmayne and many more. 10.40 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather.
11.05 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news.
12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)
ABC TV (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7) 6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.
12.30 Call The Midwife. (PG, R) 1.30 Father Brown. (PGv, R) 2.15 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 3.00 Monty Don’s Japanese Gardens. (R) 4.00 This Is Going To Be Big. (PG, R) 5.00 Creative Types With Virginia Trioli. (Ml, R) 5.30 Landline. (R)
6.00 Australian Story: Face To Fake – Chelsea Bonner. (R) Leigh Sales chats with Chelsea Bonner.
6.30 Back Roads: Boulia, Queensland. (R) Hosted by Heather Ewart.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Father Brown. (Mav) Father Brown encounters an old friend.
8.15 Midsomer Murders. (Mv, R)
A butterfly collector and founding member of a global society, Circulus, is found murdered.
9.50 After The Party. (MA15+l, R) Penny tries to put the past behind her.
10.35 Shetland. (Mal, R) The team searches for a link between the two bodies.
11.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Giro d’Italia. Stage 7. Highlights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 Phase III Odyssey. (Mal) 11.00 Outside: Beyond The Lens. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Sailing. SailGP. Round 10. Highlights. 3.00 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 4.00 Sports Woman. (Premiere) 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 7. Highlights. 5.30 War Gamers. (Premiere, PGa)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Eurovision Song Contest Semi-Final. (R) Coverage of the second semi-final from the 68th annual Eurovision Song Contest from Malmö, Sweden.
10.00 Rock Legends: ABBA. A look at supergroup ABBA.
10.55 Secrets Of The Royal Palaces: Kensington. (PGa, R)
A look at Kensington Palace.
11.45 Everything You Love. (Mal) Jonas quits his job.
12.45 While The Men Are Away. (Mdsv, R)
1.45 Erotic Stories. (MA15+s, R)
3.55 Luke Nguyen’s Railway Vietnam. (PG, R)
4.55 Destination Flavour Scandinavia Bitesize. (R)
5.00 Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final.
5.45 The Food That Built The World. 7.25 Impossible Engineering. 8.20 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 8. 1.35am The X-Files. 3.25 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.
6am
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. The Coast Race Day, Caulfield Race Day, Hollindale Stakes Day and Goodwood Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Creek To Coast. A look at the latest in outdoor activities.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Narrated by Grant Bowler.
7.30 MOVIE: The Day After Tomorrow. (2004, Ma, R) A climatologist tries to save his family after the planet is plunged into a sudden ice age.
Dennis Quaid, Jake Gyllenhaal.
10.00 MOVIE: Midnight Run. (1988, Mlv, R) A tough bounty hunter transports a thieving accountant from New York to Los Angeles. Robert De Niro, Charles Grodin.
12.50 Celebrity Obsessed: Steven Spielberg. (MA15+av, R) Examines the case of Jonathan Norman. 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Mystic. (R)
4.30 Tales Of Aluna. (Premiere) 5.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa, R)
6am Morning Programs.
Day. 5.30 Medical Emergency. 6.00 Heathrow. 6.30 Bondi Vet. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.
7MATE (74) 6am Morning Programs. 1.15pm Coastal Africa. 2.05 NITV News: Nula.
The Movie Show. 6.05 55 Steps. (2017, PG) 8.10 The Young Victoria. (2009, PG) 10.05 Resistance. (2020, M) 12.20pm A Piece Of My Heart. (2019, M, Swedish) 2.25 Brideshead Revisited. (2008, PG) 4.50 Hit The Road. (2021, PG, Farsi) 6.40 Weekend At Bernie’s. (1989, PG) 8.30 Death Proof. (2007, MA15+) 10.35 Hemel. (2012, MA15+, Dutch) 12.10am Late Programs. 5.55 The Movie Show.
6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Surfing Australia TV. 12.30 Explore TV: Portugal & Spain. (R) 1.00 Ageless. (PGal) 1.30 The Pet Rescuers. (PG, R) 2.00 LEGO Masters Australia Vs Rest Of The World. (PG, R) 3.30
6.00 9News Saturday.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Jeopardy! Australia. Hosted by Stephen Fry.
8.30 MOVIE: Bohemian Rhapsody. (2018, Ml, R) Charts the life of Freddie Mercury, the lead singer of the popular rock band Queen. Rami Malek, Lucy Boynton, Gwilym Lee.
11.15 MOVIE: Song To Song. (2017, Madlns) Two couples chase music success. Ryan Gosling.
1.30 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)
Morning Programs. 11.00 MOVIE: My Learned Friend. (1943, PG)
6am Children’s Programs. 1.30pm MOVIE: Pokémon The Movie: Kyurem Vs The Sword Of Justice. (2012) 2.55 MOVIE: Waiting For The Light. (1990, PG) 4.50 The Bradshaw Bunch. 5.20 MOVIE: Gremlins. (1984, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Johnny English. (2003, PG) 9.15 MOVIE: Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me. (1999, M) 11.15 MOVIE: Epic Movie. (2007, M) 1am Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 1pm Blokesworld. 1.30 Australia ReDiscovered. (Return) 2.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 Motor Racing. Night Thunder. Perth Sprintcar C’ship Night. 4.00 Hustle & Tow. 5.00 Counting Cars. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30 Football. AFL. Round 9. Gold Coast Suns v North Melbourne. 10.30 MOVIE: Air America. (1990, M) 12.50am Late Programs.
6.00 The Brighter Side: Save. Grow. Dream. (Premiere) Advice on outsmarting online scammers. Adam Liaw prepares butter chicken. 6.30 The Dog House. (PG, R) A slobbery bulldog claims ownership of a proud singleton by sitting on her. 8.30 Ambulance UK. (Final, Madl) With junior doctors across the NHS on strike, ambulance crews respond to several road traffic accidents, including one where a man requires advanced pain relief after severely injuring his private parts.
11.00 To Be Advised.
12.00 Fire Country. (Mv, R) The crews respond to a train crash. 1.00 So Help Me Todd. (PGav, R) The firm is held hostage by a stranger. 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power. Religious program.
(R) 2.30 Monty Don’s French Gardens. (R) 3.30 Forever Summer With Nigella. (R) 3.55 Martin Clunes: Islands Of Australia. (PG, R) 4.45 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.
6.30 Compass: Lindy Lee And The Cosmos.
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Call The Midwife. (Ma) A pregnant mother falls ill.
8.30 After The Party. (Malns) After a death in the family leaves Penny feeling like an outsider, she spirals into dangerous territory.
9.20 The Luminaries. (Madlv) Anna’s suspicion is aroused as Lydia prepares to host a party. Lauderback is blackmailed by Carver.
10.15 Shetland. (Malv, R)
11.15 Savage River. (Mal, R)
12.10 The Messenger. (Malv, R)
1.00 Rage Vault. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.00 Landline. (R) 4.30 Art Works. (PGl, R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.45 Cycling. Giro d’Italia. Stage 8. Highlights. 10.45 Phase III Odyssey. (Mal) 11.30 Outside: Beyond The Lens. (PGaw, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 12.55 Blind Sailing. (R) 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (R) 4.00 Sports Woman. 4.30 Cycling. Giro d’Italia. Stage 8. Highlights. 5.30 War Gamers. (PG) 6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa, R) 1.00 To Be Advised. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Weekender. Takes a look at a variety of leisure options. 6.00 Hello SA. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today.
6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final. (R) Coverage of the grand final from the 68th annual Eurovision Song Contest from Malmö, Sweden. 12.00 Jimmy Carter: Rock And Roll President. (PGad, R) 1.45 My Childhood, My Country: 20 Years In Afghanistan. (Ma, R)
3.25 Bin Laden: The Road To 9/11. (Mav, R)
4.20 Luke Nguyen’s Railway Vietnam. (PG, R) 4.50 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGa) Hosted by Samantha Armytage. 8.40 7NEWS Spotlight. An exclusive special investigation.
9.40 The Latest: Seven News. 10.10 Code 1: Minute By Minute: The Killer Storm. (M, R) A look at Melbourne’s 2016 killer storm. 11.10 Quantum Leap. (Mv) Ben leaps into a bounty hunter. 12.10 Emerald City. (Final, MA15+hv) Dorothy faces off against the Wizard. 1.05 Parenthood. (PGads, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 9News Sunday.
7.00 The Summit. (Return, PGl) Presented by Jai Courtney.
8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.
9.40 9News Late.
10.10 The First 48: Buried Secrets. (Ma) A 68-year-old woman goes missing.
11.10 Transplant. (MA15+m, R)
12.00 David Attenborough’s Green Planet. (R)
1.00 World’s Greatest Natural Icons. (R)
2.00 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 Drive TV. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.30 The Sunday Project. Panellists dissect, digest and reconstitute the daily news, events and hottest topics. 7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGl) A fresh batch of talented and passionate amateur cooks competes to impress judges Andy Allen, Poh Ling Yeow, Sofia Levin and Jean-Christophe Novelli to claim the title of MasterChef. 9.00 FBI. (Mv) After multiple people are killed with a poisonous gas in broad daylight, the team races to find the murderer, who they believe is tied to an eco-terrorist plot. 12.00 The Sunday Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. Morning news and talk show. 6am WorldWatch. 9.30 The Bowls Show. (Premiere) 10.30 The Movie Show. 11.30 Eurovision Song Contest Semi-Final. 2pm Most Expensivest. 2.50 The Story Of. 3.20 The Bee Whisperer. 4.20 WorldWatch. 4.45 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 5.15 Shortland St. 5.45 Alone Denmark. (Premiere) 6.55 Abandoned Engineering. 7.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 9. 1.35am Late Programs. 6am My Greek Odyssey. 7.00 Tomorrow’s World. 7.30 Leading The Way. 8.00 David Jeremiah. 8.30 Shopping. 9.00 Escape To The Country. 10.00 House Of Wellness. 11.00 Escape To The Country. 1pm The Surgery Ship. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 4.30 Escape To The Perfect Town. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Kath & Kim. 7.05 The Vicar Of Dibley. 8.55 Endeavour. 10.55 Late Programs. 6am Skippy. 6.30
Children’s Programs. 2.05pm MOVIE: Pokémon 3: The Spell Of Unknown. (2001, PG) 3.35 MOVIE: The Red Shoes: Next Step. (2023, PG) 5.50 MOVIE: Toy Story. (1995) 7.30 MOVIE:
ABC TV (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7)
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Landline. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.
1.00 Midsomer Murders. (PG, R)
2.30 Back Roads. (PG, R)
3.00 Back In Time For Dinner. (R)
3.55 Long Lost Family. (PG, R)
4.45 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (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. (Final, R)
11.40 Planet America. (R)
12.15 Grand Designs. (Ml, R)
1.00 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.45 Monty Don’s French Gardens. (R) 2.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.30 Landline. (R) 5.00 Art Works. (PGl, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 Peer To Peer. (PG, R) 10.25 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.50 Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out. (R) 11.40 Outside: Beyond The Lens. (PG, R) 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.15 Heritage Rescue. (R) 3.05 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! (R) 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 9. Highlights. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.40 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. (PG, R) 2.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. Presented by Marc Fennell.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Tony Robinson’s Marvellous Machines: Artificial Intelligence. Tony Robinson explores AI.
8.25 Secrets Of The Tower Of London. (PG) The Beefeaters prepare to say goodbye to their Chief Yeoman Warder Pete McGowran.
9.20 24 Hours In Emergency: Sliding Doors. (Malv, R) A consultant treats a 15-year-old girl who was stabbed by a stranger while walking to school.
10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 Christian. (Malv)
11.40 My Brilliant Friend. (Mls, R) 3.40 Bin Laden: The Road To 9/11. (Mav, R) 4.30 Peer To Peer. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
10.30
6am Morning Programs. 2pm Shortland St. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 The Magic Canoe. 3.25 Wolf Joe. 3.35 Nanny Tuta. 3.40 Bushwhacked! 4.05 Grace Beside Me. 4.35 Motown Magic. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.30 News. 6.40 Coastal Africa. 7.30 Australia’s Health Revolution. 8.30 Living Black. 9.05 R.I.P. T-Shirts. 9.40 MOVIE: Rosewood. (1997, MA15+) 12.05am Late Programs. NITV (34)
6.00 Seven Local News.
6.30 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGl) The ladies must impress the farmers’ closest relatives, who will have the responsibility of picking who will go on the final date.
9.00 9-1-1. (Ma) Hen and Karen welcome a new addition to their family. Buck navigates his new feelings.
10.00 S.W.A.T. (Mav) The team hunts an activist-turned-terrorist.
11.00 The Latest: Seven News.
11.30 Police Custody USA: Meth Wars. (Madl, R) Cops try to bring down a drug kingpin.
12.30 Parenthood. (PGas, R)
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
WorldWatch.
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Final. 3pm WorldWatch. 3.25 Lives In Action. 3.35 WorldWatch. 5.50 The Curse Of Oak Island. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Taskmaster. 10.20 Alone Australia. 11.20 Over The Black Dot. 1am VICE Guide To Film. 1.50 South Park. 2.20 NHK World English News.
6am The China Syndrome. Continued. (1979, PG) 7.55 The Age Of Innocence. (1993, PG) 10.25 Freshman Year. (2020, M) 12.20pm Chocolat. (1988, M, French) 2.20 Weekend At Bernie’s. (1989, PG) 4.10 Petite Maman. (2021, PG, French) 5.30 The Man Who Knew Infinity. (2015, PG) 7.30 American Hustle. (2013, M) 10.00 Rosa’s Wedding. (2020, M) 11.55 Late Programs.
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6am Morning Programs. 1pm Boating. Circuit Boats Drivers C’ship. Replay. 2.00 Motor Racing. Night Thunder. Silver Cup. H’lights. 3.00 Motor Racing. Aust Rally C’ship. Rally of Canberra. H’lights. 3.30 Building Giants. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Opal Hunters. 8.30 Adventure Gold Diggers. 9.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 The Summit. (PGl) In the quest to reach the summit in 15 days, the 13 remaining hikers are already struggling.
9.10 Paramedics. (Mm) Dan is in a race against time treating a woman who feels like her heart is leaping out of her chest. Laura and Aaron confront a nightmare situation.
10.10 100% Footy. (M) Features the latest rugby league news.
11.10 9News Late.
11.40 La Brea. (Mav)
12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.30 Pointless. (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. (R)
5.00 Today Early News.
5.30 Today.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news.
7.30 MasterChef Australia. A fresh batch of amateur cooks competes. 8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Return, Malns) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week.
9.40 Anne Edmonds: Why Is My Bag All Wet? (Mls) Comedian Anne Edmonds makes a long-awaited return to the stage after becoming a mother. 11.10 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.35 The Project. (R) 12.35 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)
Mornings.
(R)
Noon Manifest. 3.00 Bewitched. 3.30 Full House. 4.00 Kenan. 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 Man From U.N.C.L.E. (2015, M) 10.50 Seinfeld. 11.50 The Nanny. 12.20am Love Island UK. 2.30 Full House. 3.00 Bakugan. 3.30 Beyblade Burst: Quad Drive. 4.00 Late Programs.
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
SEVEN (7) 6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 10.30 The Pacific. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 After The Party. (Malns, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 2.55 Back In Time For Dinner. (PG, R) 3.55 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.40 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 9.10 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PG, R) 10.10 Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out. (PGa, R) 11.00 The Shape Of History. (PGav, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.10 Heritage Rescue. (R) 3.05 Living Black. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 Who Do You Think You Are? (PGa, R) 5.00 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.30 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. (PG, R) 2.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur.
6.00 Mastermind Australia.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? Miranda Otto. (PG)
Patricia Piccinini. (Final) 9.30 David Stratton’s Stories Of Australian Cinema: Game Changers. (MA15+av, R) 10.30 ABC Late News. 10.45 The Business. (R) 11.20 Four Corners. (R) 12.05 Q+A. (R) 1.05 Media Watch. (PG, R) 1.25 Parliament Question Time. 2.25 Grand Designs. (Ml, R) 3.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.00 Forever Summer With Nigella. (R) 4.25 Landline. (R)
4.55 Art Works. (PGl, R) 5.25 Budget 2024: A 7.30 Special. (R)
Portlandia. 10.40 Would I Lie To You? 11.40 MOVIE: Widows. (2018, MA15+) 1.45am ABC News Update. 1.50 Close. 5.00 Hoopla. 5.15 Ready, Jet, Go! 5.25 Alva’s
8.30 Insight. Presented by Kumi Taguchi. 9.30 Dateline: Activists Or Extremist? Meets the climate crusaders in Australia and Germany. 10.00 SBS World News Late.
10.30 Living Black. (R) 11.05 The Murdochs: Empire Of Influence. (Malv, R) 11.55 Lost Luggage. (Premiere, MA15+a) 1.55 Miniseries: Conviction: The Case Of Stephen Lawrence. (Ma, R) 4.30 Peer To Peer. (PG, R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven Local News.
6.30 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PG)
7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGl) Hosted by Samantha Armytage.
9.05 Miniseries: The Marlow Murder Club. (M) Part 3 of 4. Judith Potts, Becks Starling and Suzie Harris are brought in to help the police investigation.
10.05 The Latest: Seven News.
10.35 Ron Iddles: The Good Cop: Jane Thurgood-Dove. (Mav, R) A look at the murder of Jane Thurgood-Dove.
11.35 The Real Manhunter: The Dream City Cinema Fire. (Mav, R)
12.35 Gold Digger. (Madl, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
Emergency. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Harry’s Practice. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 Impossible Builds. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Summit. (PGl, R) 1.30 Getaway. (PG, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 The Summit. (PGl) Presented by Jai Courtney.
8.50 Clarkson’s Farm: Council-ing. (Mlm) The day of the council’s decision on Jeremy’s restaurant arrives.
9.50 Opal Hunters: Red Dirt Road Trip. (PGl) Rod musters more than 200 pregnant cows for cash.
10.50 9News Late.
11.20 Chicago Med. (MA15+am) 12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 2.00 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PG, R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Explore. 2.00 Dr Quinn. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: San Demetrio, London. (1943, PG) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Agatha Christie’s Marple. 10.40 Late Programs. 7TWO (72) 6am Children’s Programs.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGl) A fresh batch of amateur cooks competes. 8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 9.40 NCIS. (Mv) NCIS comes under attack from an enemy from the past. Vance tries to mend fences with his estranged son. 10.30 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather.
Wednesday, May 15
ABC TV (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7) TEN (5, 1)
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 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 Back In Time For Dinner. (R) 3.55 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.45 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson. 8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) Presented by Tom Gleeson.
8.30 Gruen. (Return) Wil Anderson and a panel of experts analyse the advertising industry and consumerism.
9.10 White Fever. (Final, Mls) Jane and Yu Chang have sex.
9.35 QI. (Ms) Hosted by Sandi Toksvig.
10.05 Planet America.
10.40 ABC Late News.
10.55 The Business. (R)
11.10 The Luminaries. (Madlv, R)
12.05 Superwog. (MA15+l, R)
12.25 Parliament Question Time. 1.25 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 2.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R)
3.05 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.30 Landline. (R)
5.00 Art Works. (PGl, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Giro d’Italia. Stage 10. Highlights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.15 Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out. (R) 11.05 The Story Of Spice. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.30 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! (R) 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 10. Highlights. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.35 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. (PG, R) 2.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. Presented by Marc Fennell.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Alone Australia. (Ml)
A dangerous storm hits.
8.35 Swift Street. (Mlv) Elsie is kidnapped by debt collector Johnny when Robert heads out to collect on the car insurance scam.
9.30 Concorde: The Race For Supersonic. (Mav, R) Part 2 of 2.
The Anglo-French Concorde goes nose to nose with its Soviet competitor.
10.30 SBS World News Late.
11.00 You Shall Not Lie. (MA15+als)
12.00 Black Sands. (Malnv, R)
3.55 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PG, R)
4.50 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven Local News.
6.30 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGav)
7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PGa) Hosted by Lee Mack.
8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Mick Molloy, Sam Pang and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.
9.30 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. (PGa) Footage of headline-grabbing moments captured on camera by members of the public.
10.30 The Latest: Seven News. 11.00 Talking Footy. A look at the week’s AFL news.
12.00 Parenthood. (Ma, R)
1.00 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
NINE (8, 9)
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Summit. (PGl, R)
6.00 9News.
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 MasterChef Australia. A fresh batch of talented and passionate amateur cooks competes to impress the judges. 8.40 To Be Advised. 9.40 FBI: International. (Mv) After an American tourist is killed while visiting Stockholm with his girlfriend, the Fly Team works to take down the Ultras responsible. 10.40 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.05 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.10 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Hosted by Stephen Colbert. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 Super Maximum Retro Show. Noon WorldWatch. 12.25 Alone. 1.35 Ten Year Old Tom. 2.05 The Inside Story. 2.35 Monsters Of Many Worlds. 2.45 Overlooked. 3.15 WorldWatch. 5.15 Shortland St. 5.45 Curse Of Oak Island. 6.35 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.25 Cycling. UCI World Tour.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 RBT. (Mal) Follows the activities of police units.
8.30 Ski Rescue Downunder. (Premiere) The start of the season brings thousands of excitable guests to Mt Hutt in New Zealand.
9.30 9News Late.
10.00 See No Evil: Ticket To Murder. (MA15+av) Investigates the murder of Dahyabhai Kalidas Chaudhari.
11.00 The Equalizer. (Mv, R)
11.50 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
12.40 Pointless. (PG, R)
1.30 Explore TV: Portugal & Spain. (R) 2.00 Drive TV. (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. (R) 5.00 Today Early News.
5.30 Today.
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7MATE (74) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 1.35pm Hunting Aotearoa. 2.00 Shortland St. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 3.40 Bushwhacked! 4.05 Grace Beside Me. 4.35 Motown Magic. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 Te Ao With Moana. 6.00 Bamay. 6.30 News. 6.40 Kenya Wildlife Diaries. 7.30 Kickin’ Back With Gilbert McAdam. 8.00 Cassius X: Becoming Ali. 9.35 MOVIE: The Fighter. (2010, MA15+) 11.35 Late Programs.
9GO! (82, 93) 6am
Lunana: A Yak In The Classroom. (2019, PG, Dzongkha) 8.05 The 400 Blows. (1959, PG, French) 10.00 American Hustle. (2013, M) 12.30pm Hive. (2021, M, Albanian) 2.05 The Man Who Knew Infinity. (2015, PG) 4.05 The Extraordinary Journey Of The Fakir. (2018, PG) 5.55 Dancing At Lughnasa. (1998, PG) 7.40 Juniper. (2021, M) 9.30 The Story Of My Wife. (2021, MA15+) 12.35am Late Programs.
4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.00 The Force: Behind The Line. 8.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 10.30 Police Code Zero: Officer Under Attack. 11.30 Late Programs.
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6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Australian Story. (R) 10.30 Compass. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Stuff The British Stole. (PG, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 Back In Time For Dinner. (PG, R) 3.55 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.40 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 11. Highlights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.10 Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out. (R) 11.00 The Story Of Beer. (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Alone Australia. (Ml, R) 3.00 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! (R) 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 11. Highlights.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) Presented by Marc Fennell. 6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 DNA Family Secrets. (PGa, R) Presented by Stacey Dooley.
8.35 Our Law. (PGa, R) Constable Jarwin has a difficult day on the beat. Recruit Leroy struggles with taser training.
9.45 Blue Lights. (Malv) As Lee consolidates power, Stevie and Grace are thrown back together on a response call.
10.50 SBS World News Late.
11.20 Illegals. (MA15+al) Hans offers to help Konrad’s son.
Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.30 Landline. (R) 5.00 Art Works. (PGl, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
12.15 The Responder. (Mal, R)
2.10 Das Boot. (MA15+av, R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
Show. Noon
12.25 Hypothetical. 2.15 How It Feels
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6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Dying To Be Perfect. (2022, Madv) Christy Bruce, Keara Graves, Cameron Brodeur. 2.00 Kochie’s Business Builders. 2.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Seven Local News.
6.30 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PG)
7.30 Football. AFL. Round 10. Gold Coast Suns v Geelong. From TIO Stadium, Darwin.
10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game.
11.00 The Latest: Seven News.
11.30 The Amazing Race. (PGl, R) One racer receives the surprise of a lifetime after their elimination.
1.00 Fortitude. (MA15+av, R) Dan faces his toughest battle yet.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News. The latest news, sport and weather. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Long Story Short. (2021, Ml, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 5.00 Tipping Point Australia. (PG, R)
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Rugby League. NRL Women’s State Of Origin. Queensland v New South Wales. Game 1. 9.45 NRL Women’s State Of Origin Post-Match. Post-match wrap-up.
10.00 9News Late.
10.30 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av)
11.20 The First 48: Love Hate/A Soldier’s Life. (Mal, R)
12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.00 Pointless. (PG, R)
2.00 Surfing Australia TV. (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. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
3.20 WorldWatch. 5.15 Shortland St. 5.45 Curse Of Oak Island. 6.35 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.25 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 12. 1.35am Dark Side Of The Ring. 2.25 Hypothetical. 3.20 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. 6am Shopping. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Medical Emergency. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Harry’s Practice. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Air Crash Investigations. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Shetland. 11.00 Late Programs. 6am Danger Man. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 Skippy. 8.00 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Explore. 2.05 Dr Quinn.
Children’s Programs.
Motor Racing. Indycar Series. Indy Grand Prix. H’lights. 1.00 Raymond. 2.00 Bewitched. 2.30 Full House. 3.00 The Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I
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Noosa Springs, the Sunshine Coast’s finest golf and spa resort, turns 25 this month, completing a quarter century of growth that has seen the property become a key part of Noosa’s fabric.
The 25th anniversary of the opening of Noosa Springs’ superb golf course will be a special occasion for those members of staff who have been employed since the very beginning and, of course, for Noosa’s Starkey family, who built the resort, and who remain closely attached to it.
It was Alan Starkey, a Noosa architect and developer, who conceived the idea of a worldclass golf course complex, situated within natural bushland surroundings, yet located only a short drive from one of the country’s most prominent tourism towns.
Starkey paid $3.7 million in 1992 for a rundown quarter-horse stud on the banks of Lake Weyba and became the owner of 103ha of overgrown trees and swampland, plus some cleared land where, in years past,Weyba Ranch had hosted the annual picnic races.
Starkey’s vision was to create a residential golf course development comprising beauti-
ful homes, designed to meld with the environment, a first class golf course carved out of the bush, and a resort offering the sort of facilities that would make living at Noosa Springs a joy.
It’s come a long way from 1999, when the course opened on a rainy Saturday afternoon in May to 200 invited guests, who later enjoyed a cool drink in a simple donga situated on the spot where a Tuscan-style clubhouse would later be built.
Mark Holland, the first general manager of Noosa Springs, remembers the spirit of excitement, the thrill of starting something from scratch, and the realisation that Noosa Springs was destined to be something special.
“I remember the smell,” he said. “It was like a new toy – the smell of something brand new.
“It was a fun time – starting from nothing, building relationships with tourism people, working to attract members and guests, and putting new systems into practice.
“Now, when I look back I get the sense that Noosa Springs is bigger and better than even I imagined,” he said. “It’s become a jewel.”
Noosa Springs Golf and Spa Resort offers superb dining, one of the best day spas in Queensland, a boutique golf shop, tennis, swimming pool and a fully equipped fitness centre.
Noosa Springs, situated only about 3km from bustling Hastings Street, is a special place, according to manager Daniel Chandler, who worked in a variety of roles for 14 years before being appointed to the top job in 2022.
“Sometimes when I drive in I just pull over, look around and appreciate the beauty of Noosa Springs,” he said. “I speak to members who have been here since the beginning – there about 35 of them – and it’s wonderful to see their pride in what has been achieved.”
The resort hosts a number of special golf events, including the showcase Noosa Springs Open, an annual Ladies Day series and the Queensland A, B and C Grade Championships each summer.
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In 2014 the Starkey family sold Noosa Springs to an offshoot of Hong Kong-based real estate and resort developer Golden Horse Nine Dragon Lake Holdings, which purchased Links Hope Island about the same time.
The new owners share the vision that drove Alan Starkey to create Noosa Springs – to provide the best possible experience for members, guests and visitors.
To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Noosa Springs is offering 25 per cent off golf shop merchandise from 6am to 6pm on Friday 10 May.
It is also running a competition where entrants could win an Ultimate Noosa Springs Getaway.
Though the centrepiece of the resort is its 18-hole, par 72 championship golf course,
But many visitors are attracted by the resort itself - the opportunity to relax in the day spa, work out in the fitness centre, swim in the 25m pool, or take in the view from the restaurant terrace while enjoying a meal from the locally
The prize, valued at more than $1900, is two nights’ accommodation in a two-bedroom deluxe apartment with breakfast for four people each day, four rounds of golf with a motorised cart and four Thermal Suite Experiences in The Spa.
Enter by visiting noosasprings.com. au/25th-anniversary-competition-entryform/
Travis Schultz Winemakers Master Class returns for its 12th year, determined to raise thousands for Sunshine Coast charity, SunnyKids.
Friday 17 May will see the return of the annual Travis Schultz Winemakers Master Class backed by NAB Private Wealth for SunnyKids event.
This year’s theme, A Day at the Winery, will see the Maroochy RSL transformed into a beautiful scene, setting the stage for a day of indulgence, fun and generosity.
More than 370 local businesspeople will be treated to a four-course meal, accompanied with some of Australia’s finest wines.
SunnyKids chief executive officer Kathleen Hope is overwhelmed by the generosity and ongoing support of the community, with close to $200,000 raised at last year’s event and nearly $1 million since its inception.
“Each day we see firsthand the devastating impacts of domestic and family violence on women and children,“ she said.
“We simply can’t afford to turn a blind eye to the crisis that is on our doorstep. This year, with the support of our incredible community, we’re determined to raise over $200,000.
“This kind of financial support will mean we can continue to deliver our vital support services to our most vulnerable children.
“Each year this event raises vital funds for our most vulnerable children, right here on the Coast. It’s the generosity of our wonderful supporters that enables us to continue to provide critical support to children who desperately need our help.
“The generosity and caliber of the guests in the room contributes to an outstanding afternoon of fun, laughter, expertise and purpose.”
NAB Private Wealth are proud sponsors of this year’s event for the seventh consecutive year and NAB Private Wealth client director and SunnyKids director John Burnie believes supporting SunnyKids is vital for the community.
“SunnyKids continues to provide essential support services to our most vulnerable children here on the Sunshine Coast. It’s extremely important to support those facing adversity, they can’t do it on their own, it really does take a village,” John said.
“SunnyKids relies heavily on community support, with government funding being limited and not extending to support the work they do with vulnerable children.”
“Strong communities are built by individuals who care. When we extend our support to those facing hardship, we’re showing people we genuinely care about their well-being and want to support them.”
Travis Schultz, of Travis Schultz & Partners and event founder, continues to be overwhelmed by the level of support that theWinemakers Master Class attracts within the community each year.
“We are immensely grateful for the generosity and commitment of those in our local community to our cause. It’s truly inspiring connecting with local businesspeople at such a fun event all while raising money for SunnyKids,” Travis said.
“I feel that all of us who are in professional services and business on the Sunshine Coast need to do all we can to give back to support the community that supports us. It’s a moral responsibility, if we don’t do it, then who will?”
This year’s event will showcase some of Australia’s top winemakers as guests are treat-
ed to a four-course meal paired perfectly with a variety of wines.
“We are honored this year to be joined by esteemed winemakers from renowned wineproducing regions. From the picturesque Adelaide Hills, we welcome The Lane; from the historic HunterValley, Meerea Park; and representing the rich heritage of the Barossa Valley, Hentley Farm and Yalumba. Their presence enriches our event and adds an extra layer of sophistication to our tasting journey,” Travis said.
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Stories That Stir Global, a thought-provoking event series created to break down barriers, stir conversations, and inspire positive change, is launching in Warana on 16 May, from 6-9pm. With this launch, Stories that Stir is now covering the north and south of the Sunshine Coast region, as its already held bi-monthly at the Sunrise Beach Surf Life Saving Club.
The event will take place at Your Mates Brewing Co.Warana, offering a night filled with raw and personal stories that will touch your heart and soul and will feature six courageous storytellers who have 10 minutes each to share their raw and personal story, each connected to the theme of Love.
Co-founded by wife and husband team Monica Rosenfeld and Joram van der Starre, Stories That Stir provides a platform for people from all walks of life to share their remarkable raw and personal journeys.
Monica said,“The Stories That Stir platform allows people to share their story in all its vulnerability to a room of strangers who are listening deeply to what they have to say. In sharing and listening to personal stories, there is a sense of connection that is created.”
“Feedback from audience members is that by listening to the stories they feel less alone in their own life’s struggles and have empathy for what other people are going through.”
Sunshine Coast locals, Renee Paolini, Stephanie Rother, Arnaum Walkely and Nicolette Wijers, are bringing the magic of Stories that Stir to Warana.
They explain, “In our fast-paced modern world, we live in an era with a saturation of information and a lack of deep connection. Stories that Stir is the antidote to this, which is why I’m thrilled to bring it to Warana.”
Speakers of the upcoming event include
The 2024 Noosa Queensland Day Awards are all about honouring inspirational Noosans.
As we move towards the big day, it’s time to have another ‘sneak peek’ into just some of the deserving nominees who will be honoured on Tuesday 6 June, at Sandy Bolton MP’s Queensland Day ceremony hosted at the J.
In the spotlight this week is Shane Nelson who has been President of Noosa District Basketball Association (NDBA) for four years.
In 2020, the club was reported to be in substantial debt with approximately 250 playing members. After the first 20 months of Shane’s presidency, NDBA, was out of debt and flourishing.
Their player base has risen to over 900 players including multiple divisions in all age groups, and as shared, Shane has been instrumental in getting junior girls’ competitions in place, which is now growing into a women’s league.
In addition, Shane volunteers his coaching services for a number of teams at club
and representative level and is now serving on the Queensland Representative School Sports committee for basketball.
The Noosa Electorate Queensland Day awards is proudly an initiative of the Independent Member for Noosa, Sandy Bolton MP, sponsored by Noosa Today and Cooroy RSL.
“Volunteers are the backbone of our community providing essential services, recreation and sport, as well every aspect of our lives. These are often ‘unsung’ heroes, and it is an honour to recognise and congratulate those who go above and beyond such as Shane. I look forward to giving him and other recipients the biggest‘hug of gratitude’ at our Queensland Day Awards!” Ms Bolton said.
The Noosa District Basketball Association joins Sandy in congratulating Shane on a wonderful volunteering legacy.
If you know someone deserving of recognition, nominate them via their organisation at www.sandybolton.com/qld-dayawards. Nominations are open until noon on Wednesday 22 May.
Sunshine Coast locals Rebecca Vizi and Ashton Wood.
Rebecca has a Functional Neurological Disorder and chronic hip pain.
She was one of the first people on the Sunshine Coast to use a mobility aid on the ICN bodybuilding stage and next year she’ll be doing the same on the FMG stage in the Gold Coast.
Rebecca is determined to show others everyone deserves to shine on that stage, regardless of disability.
After years in Melbourne’s corporate grind, Ashton found his true during a pivotal chat with a former police senior sergeant.
This conversation ignited a nationwide mission, leading to over 8000 phones being donated to domestic violence survivors.
Join as Ashton shares his journey and insights gained from spearheading one of Aus-
tralia’s most rapidly expanding charities. The Stories That Stir event series has gained popularity since its inception in Sydney in 2022.
Besides the Sunshine Coast it has so far successfully launched in Melbourne, The Gold Coast, Brisbane, Northern Rivers Region and Perth.
Event details:
· Date: Thursday 16 May
· Time: 6-9pm
· Venue: Your Mates Brewing Co. Warana
· Ticket Price: $49.50
Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of an evening that celebrates the strength of the human spirit. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit events.humanitix.com/ stories-that-stir-sunshine-coast-love
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The month-long celebration of food in the Mary Valley, GourMay, has kicked off with a string of highly-sought events.
This has highlighted the way in which the festival - now in its second year - is attracting attention from within the region, but also throughout Queensland and nationally.
GourMay is a festival celebrating the growers, producers, and culinary creators of the Mary Valley. It will feature a variety of experiences, including farm tours and open days, breakfasts, lunches, dinners, workshops, art exhibitions, film screenings, live performances and walking tours.
The festival was launched on Wednesday evening by Cr Gordon Maudsley at a Mary Valley Chamber Of Commerce event in the Kandanga Hotel.
Thanks went to all who have helped create the wonderful events that make up GourMay Mary Valley in 2024.
Other sought-after events in the first week have been A Taste of the Trail - a catered sunset walk along the rail trail from Imbil to the bellbird habitat; the Mary Valley Country Degustation - a seven-course dinner at Kandanga Country Club; and Flowers and Food - a farm tour, floral arrangement workshop set for Sunday 12 May, at Woollahra Homestead, Kybong.
Coming up in the second week are such interesting events as the free, family-friendly screening of Ratatouille at Kandanga Hall Sunday 12 May, from 4.30pm.
Hosted by the Mary Valley Film Society, supper will be available after the film but bookings are essential.
Then on Thursday 16 May, The 100-Foot Journey is a dining and film experience at Kandanga Hall.
Presented by Slow Food Noosa, the eve-
Mary Valley Rail Trail president Craig Thomson, GourMay’s Malcolm Oakley, Kerry Willcocks of Kandanga Hotel and Cr Gordon Maudsley (Div 8) at the launch of GourMay 2024. 404958
ning includes a three-course meal provided by the Mary Valley’s Lady Penelope from Green Bowl Edifice along with Lyn Pointer of Posh Pies and Charcuterie, who have put together a scrumptious French-inspired menu.
The bar is to be managed by the Kandanga Hall Committee.
On Saturday 18 May, look out for John Tidy’s Sunrise Breakfast at The Avocado Tree Farm in Amamoor. Promoted as “a breakfast you won’t forget’’ the event starts at 5am with a 9am finish.
Later that day is Tour, Tapas and Tempranillo at Kandanga Farm Store - an in-depth tour of certified organic Kandanga Farm, a tasting of tempranillo wines produced by WindRush Estate, and tapas with chef Matt Golinksi showcasing the best of local produce.
At 6pm Kandanga Hotel hosts The Art of Eating, a showcase of local grass-fed beef paired with Australian wines.
To conclude the festival, the GourMay MaryValley Gala Dinner will be held on Saturday 1 June, at MaryValley State College, Imbil. All inquiries: gourmaymaryvalley.com.au/
“This is like an old school surf movie night,” said old school surf moviemaker Jack McCoy, introducing the new school, big screen premiere of The Occumentary, his epic biopic of 1999 world surfing champion Mark Occhilupo, 25 years since he won the title and the originalVHS blew minds around the surfing world.
“So I want to hear you make a lot of noise, just like the old days,” he continued, to appreciative hoots from last week’s full house at The J, an audience covering three generations of stoked surfers, from groms to grandpas.
McCoy, 76 this year and still recognised as one of the world’s greatest surf cinematographers, let out a few more hoots and hollers of his own, accompanied by the star of the night, Occy, before the two sat down for a wildly entertaining conversation about how and why the film was made.
Most of the older members of the audience knew that Occy’s path to the top had suffered a mid-career stumble, turned into a couch potato and looked like he’d never surf again. But it’s doubtful that any of us had heard the story of his redemption so honestly presented. And then came the movie!
A sensation when it first appeared, The Occumentary, remastered meticulously for the cinema, transcends eras of the sport with timeless surfing beautifully presented and punctuated with the wit and wisdom of the star. Occy was in fine form when he made the movie, he was even better during the Q and A that concluded the evening.
An awesome evening of surfing entertainment!
“If you change your mind, I’m the first in line, Honey I’m still free, take a chance on me…”
The music of ABBA and of Queen is proving to be timeless, judging by the response to Oriana Choir’s latest presentation: Dancing Queen.
Oriana is just eight days away from realising a dream that has been in rehearsal for almost five years.
It started in the pre-Covid days, when the Oriana music team conceived the idea of presenting a concert of classic songs by ABBA and Queen.
Plans were put in motion to make that dream a reality. But, alas, the ‘best laid plans’ came to naught. Twice!
Knockdown by lockdown, and ongoing pandemic angst saw the presentation put on hold.
For a while, it felt as if the dream had faded away into the mist of memories that weren’t to be.
But now, that’s all behind us, and as the ancient saying goes, third time’s a charm!
Dancing Queen: A Tribute To ABBA And Queen, is finally happening. Show time in Noosa is just eight days away, with two performances on Saturday 18 May, at The J in Noosa Junction.
It’s been a long time coming, but the time in between has been well spent.
Rehearsals since the start of the year have been intensive and, at times, intense.
But, if the energy generated during recent rehearsals is any indication, the final result will be worth every bit of effort that the choir has put into making this show happen; and for audiences, it will have been absolutely worth the wait.
With the 80-voice chorus conducted by Elisabeth Wallis Gaedtke and accompanied by a live band, there will be toes tapping in no time at all.
Also performing will be the Sunshine Coast Youth Choir conducted by Annie Wilson.
Judging by the response to bookings, the music of these two iconic groups really resonates with Noosa music patrons.
While running through the opening number, the sheer joy of the music, and of performing it, were so powerful to choir members that they simply couldn’t get the smile off their faces or stop moving in time to the music.
The consensus was: “If it feels this good in a rehearsal eight days out, how amazing will it be for the audiences?”
Rehearsing these marvellous songs over the past weeks has really brought home, yet again, their true timelessness.
Both ABBA and Queen had the gift of being able to write songs that had a universal appeal.
Though presented to the world as ‘pop’ music, there was much wisdom and truth contained in many of their lyrics. They sang about love, in all its aspects – romance, love unre-
quited, love lost; about the very human need for connection and acceptance; and about how life is transitory, and how important it is to treasure every moment, because nothing lasts.
Yet through it all, the music is undeniably fun. It’s music that makes one feel good.
Dancing Queen will touch your emotions in many ways.
There’ll be laughter, there’ll be tears, there’ll be any number of “YES!” moments.
And the joy of this music will be delivered to you undiluted, with all of the passion that Oriana brings to all its endeavours.
This is a show that will stay with audiences long after the final note has faded away.
“Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy?
Caught in a landslide, no escape from reality
Open your eyes, look up to the skies and see.’’
Visit oriana.org.au for more details and for bookings
Cole Porter’s consummate musical gifts were recognised worldwide as unique; he wrote light, continental-style music in a jazz idiom.
At their 23 May concert at the Majestic Theatre, Pomona, Noosa Heads Jazz Club celebrates the creation of his beautiful and witty songs. Who can forget his glamorous, elegant, enchanting compositions in smash hits Kiss Me Kate, Can Can, Les Girls and High Society with Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Grace Kelly and Louis Armstrong making the world sing and dance?
These brilliant contributions to musical theatre and film made him an international legend during his lifetime. You will have the unique opportunity to hear June Garber’s brilliant voice, supported bytheoutstandingline-upofJohnReeves (piano), Paul Williams (saxophone and
clarinet), Paul Hendon (saxophone and clarinet), John Conley (string bass), and Rod Andrew (drums), performing many
of the jazz compositions written by this extraordinary musician.
June Garber became established as one of Canada’s leading jazz vocalists. With a career spanning more than four decades, she has toured and performed in Canada, the United States, Cuba, the Caribbean, Mexico, South Africa and Australia, and at jazz festivals throughout North America. June moved to Australia in 2022 and now lives on the Sunshine Coast. This is a special event you won’t want to miss. The music starts at 1.30 pm and the doors open at 12 noon. For more information, phone 0478 256 245, or email info@noosajazzclub.com
To book your ticket, go to www.noosajazzclub.com
Wallace House stalwart Ian Laver enjoys writing books.
He has published two novels, Crucial Step and Uneasy, and just released a collection of short stories, Deadly Sins. More than anything, however, he loves talking about writing and on the weekend of May 24 and 25 at the Noosa Arts and Craft Association headquarters he will be “writer in residence” where he will be “happy to chat with writers or aspiring writers” as well as working on a sequel to Uneasy.
Ian has been involved with Wallace House activities for 10 years and cotutors its creative writing class and two haiku study groups. He is also a former president of the Sunshine Coast Literary Association and along the way has numerous awards for his work.
He describes his new book as a “collection of stories offering diverse characters and sins, ranging from dark, cruel and criminal to innocent, brave, youthful and sometimes even likeable. They are from the varied layers of society, the rich, spoilt, privileged and the born to lose”.
Short story writing is very much the flavour of this month at Wallace House. A short story and haiku competition started last Saturday and will close on June 22, results being announced on July 14.
Entry forms for the short story contest are available from Wallace House 5474 1211 or noosa_arts_crafts@gmail. com
Deadly Sins and Ian’s other books are available as eBooks and hard copy from all online bookstores and locally from Berkelouw Books Eumundi, the gift shop at Wallace House, Noosaville.
If you’ve been watching those TV shows that ask, Who Do You Think You Are?, this is a chance to see for yourself how to go about finding your own family history.
The Heritage Centre in Cooroy is holding an open day plus mini-market day featuring a plant and jam sale on Saturday 11 May from 8.30am to noon. The centre is located at 17 Emerald Street, Cooroy.
Volunteers will be at the centre to show visitors all the resources available to do family and local history research. The Heritage Jams and Chutneys are home-made by members and are famously delicious! The sales of plants - all grown by the members - have supported the organisation for a quarter century.
This organisation of avid family history buffs has grown from friends meeting at one member’s house to becoming the CooroyNoosa Genealogical and Historical Research Group, with over 130 members, housed in a purpose-built modern research centre and library
Heritage Centre, Cooroy.
from 9.30am to 1pm on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
The announcement of Ampersand’s debut extended play (EP) follows three years of nonstop successes for the independent nu-funk/ soul/retro pop-fusion band.
Ampersand is an entertaining, energetic and ever evolving group featuring two spectacular lead vocalists backed by a tight, innovative trio of keys, bass and drums.
The Noosa/Sunshine Coast locals have become their own second family in the past three years of gigging.
They effortlessly improvise and converse musically, creating their own unique sound.
Built from scratch with nothing but the team’s varied skill sets and their unshakable support of each other through thick and thin, this band’s spark has come from only ever having the humble goal of learning from their journey.
Funky and soulful, Entry Level is a collection of the group’s favourite original tunes, each selected by one of the five band members.
Off the back of performances at Caloundra Music Festival and Noosa Alive, Ampersand recorded these five tracks in a single session at Yama Nui in response to public demand.
The idea to release an EP started when Originality, Birthday Blues, Boy Bye, Drive Away and Honey Beez were written back to back over a couple of weeks in their home studio.
Two grants and a marathon studio session later, Entry Level was born.
The tracks tell personal stories drawn from the band’s individual and shared experiences with life, love, laughter and many ludicrous rehearsals.
Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre’s May to June exhibition period again offers a smorgasbord of artworks in four separate shows.
Mother and daughter Ilana Cowan and SaraYael come together to present an eclectic gathering of paintings, indigo textiles, and furnishings in our front galleries.
Their In Bloom exhibition is inspired by the Japanese concept of Oubaitori; the idea that people, like flowers, bloom in their own time.
Robert Faulkner’s exhibition From Vietnam to Life Transitions will be showing in the Butterbox gallery, charting a life’s journey.
He depicts the very real repercussions of service to my country: the nightmares, despair, humour, self-assessment and then
eventual redemption. He hopes the viewer perhaps recognises the madness and futility of war, will find much to reflect on, and comprehend the price to be paid.
In our upstairs gallery Christian Dunham and Jodie Allen’s collaborative exhibition Sentience seeks to unravel the artistic nuances surrounding the perception of sentience, with a specific focus on the human eyes as a symbolic gateway to understanding consciousness.
This profound concept is explored through large portraits in charcoal.
OFFICIAL OPENING EVENT
· Date: Saturday 18 May
· Time: 3pm - 5pm
· Location: 11 Maple St, Cooroy
The name Entry Level is inspired by their trademark self-deprecatory humour.
This EP is literally their entry level foray into the world of albums and extended releases and they’re owning that.
co-written and arranged by the entire Ampersand team, Originality, Birthday Blues, Boy Bye, Drive Away and Honey Beez feature vocals, lyrics and melody by Katie Brown and Isi Semmler, keyboards and chords by Jarrod Tutbury, Bass by Jed Green, drums and percussion by Orlando Hamilton-Craig and guitar by featured guest artist Doc Hamilton.
Recorded, engineered and produced by Scott Mathison and Justin Tresidder at Yama Nui Studios and mastered by Paul Blakey, this EP’s creation was made possible by the Australian Government’s Regional Arts Fund, provided through Regional Arts Australia, admin-
istered in Queensland by Flying Arts Alliance.
Noosa Council’s Regional Arts Development Fund also assisted with the marketing, releasing, music video filming and launch show for this project.
Entry Level will be accompanied by a special music video for Drive Away with a release date to be announced.
Entry Level is available to stream on Spotify, iTunes and wherever you listen to your music from 6 June 2024.
Pre-save it to help Ampersand out with the streaming algorithms: https://gyro.to/EntryLevel
While you’re waiting, you can stream Originality, Birthday Blues and Boy Bye as singles on all platforms.
For more information visit ampersandbandnoosa.com
Documentary and film director Bill Bennett has created a masterpiece which will be screening on Friday 10 May from 6.30pm at Noosa Cinemas.
The Way, My Way is the true story of Bill himself who wrote of his adventures after walking 800km on the Camino de Santiago.
This movie can only be described as a totally adventurous entertaining laugh out loud tinged with some sadness.
It is a movie that tends to stay with you.
The photography is superb so much so that the audience actually feel they are walking and if not wished they could with back pack joining the wonderful colourful char-
acters Bill meets along the path, referred by many as the way.
It is a movie that touches the heart and soul of the audience as a whole whether they have walked a Camino or not.
Bill Bennet and his wife/partner and producer of The Way, My Way have created a wonderful heart rendering movie is full of highs and lows that is so often felt by countless pilgrims who decide to walk a Camino. There is a great roll up of skilled Australian actors like Jennifer Cluff and Chris Haywood, At the end of the movie, Bill and Jennifer are very happy to have a Q and A with the audience.
Are you over 50 and concerned about your future wellbeing? Ready to discover the steps to a truly epic retirement?
Don’t miss an enlightening seminar with guest speaker Bec Wilson, renowned author and podcaster, as she shares insights from her bestselling book, How to Have an Epic Retirement.
Hosted by AIR Noosa, this seminar will delve into 12 essential strategies for a fulfilling retirement.
Topics will cover financial management, health and wellbeing, redefining your sense of purpose, and adapting your housing and community needs for modern retirement.
Stacey McCray, AIR Noosa member and retired financial planner, said, “Transitioning from advising clients in Sydney to my own retirement has taught me that successful retirement planning isn’t just about money.
“It’s about aligning your values with your
From singing and bush care to service clubs and art, there are a wide variety of groups in Noosa.
QCWA
Join us on Thursday 16 May from 9-11am for another popular Hobbies and Crafts Morning. It’s a chance for women in the community to get together. Work on their projects or learn new skills. Or just drop in for a chat and a cuppa and enjoy the company of like-minded women. A $2 donation includes morning tea. All welcome. Our next Branch Meeting is on 22 May from 5-7pm. All meetings are held at the QCWA Hall. 123 Poinciana Ave, Tewantin. Next to the PO. Contact Robyn on 0428 385 747.
ZONTA TRIVIA
Zonta Club of Noosa is holding a Trivia fundraiser on 14 May at 6.30pm at the Tewantin RSL Club. Funds raised will go to the RISE2 Foundation at the Zonta Caloundra Club to provide safe accommodation for women and children who have experienced domestic and family violence. Entry $15. Bookings at try booking.com/CQLSR
RSL WOMEN’S AUXILIARY
Tewantin-Noosa Women’s Auxiliary Birthday Lunch is on Friday 7 June at the Royal Mail Hote. All members welcome, please phone Kay to book on 5447 5042.
AIR NOOSA
Are you over 50, nearing retirement, or still working towards it? Join Australian Independent Retirees (AIR) on Saturday 11 May at Noosa Springs Golf & Spa Resort from 9.3011.30am. Learn from Bec Wilson, renowned author and podcaster, as she shares 12 essential strategies for a fulfilling retirement from her bestselling book, “How to Have an Epic Retirement.“ Topics include financial management, health, purpose, and adapting your lifestyle. Cost: $10 (includes morning tea). Register now at trybooking.com/CRIES FROM BACH TO RACH
We have just launched a New Circle inviting all Enthusiasts of Classical Music to experience their favourite programs on a Big Screen with a Fantastic Sound System in a great setting at the Noosa U3A each Wednesday 10.30am12.30pm. Interested? Call Barry on 0478 837 708, who is looking forward to chatting with you or email barry.henze@gmail.com
BIGGEST MORNING TEA
The Sunny fundraising Biggest Morning Tea on 22 May has shown to be very popular and is now booked out. Everyone can still donate towards a wonderful cause by going into The Biggest Morning Tea Website. Type in Sunny Fundraising Biggest Morning Tea and it will take you to the fundraising page. Help us make a difference.
GARDEN CLUB
The next meeting of the Tewantin Noosa Garden Club on Monday 13 May at the Anglican Church, 17 William St, Tewantin. It is our 60th year anniversary and we will have the new mayor Frank Wilkie and Dale Arvidsson curator of the Brisbane Botanical Gardens as our guest speakers. Unfortunately our members’ only lunch is sold out so we will not be able to have any visitors at this meeting. We look forward to welcoming everyone at our June meet-
desired lifestyle and goals.
“This seminar with Bec Wilson will equip attendees to build the fulfilling retirement they dream of.“
The event will take place on Saturday 11 May, from 9.30-11.30am at the Noosa Springs Golf and Spa Resort.
Whether you’re nearing retirement or still contributing to the workforce, this seminar will provide you with the confidence and knowledge to proactively manage your retirement planning.
For registration and further details, visit trybooking.com/CRIES.
The event is hosted by the Noosa branch of the Australian Independent Retirees (AIR), a national not-for-profit organisation advocating for self-funded retirees. For more information, email airnoosasecretary@gmail.com or visit facebook.com/AIRNoosa/ Guest speaker Bec Wilson is a renowned author and podcaster.
ing. For more information contact Len 0417 604 889
TEWANTIN NOOSA PROBUS CLUB
Retired or semi retired? Bored? Need to use your leadership skills? Our Probus Club will welcome you. We meet at 10am on the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Tewantin RSL. After a delicious morning tea, we have an interesting guest speaker followed by a short meeting and a game of trivia. Most members stay on for lunch. We have lots of weekly activities including Sunday lunches ranging from Pubs to Fine dining. We offer free lessons in MahJong and Rummikub, theatre outings, trips away and lots of other fun activities. Visit probustewantinnoosa.au or phone Christine on 5442 7397.
VOLUNTEER AT THE MUSEUM
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
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
UKULELE LESSONS
New group starting soon. No musical experience necessary. Beginners welcome. Adults only. Phone Cherry on 0410 573 629.
BOOMERANG BAGS NOOSA
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 1-3.30pm for welfare appointments. Call 0499 091 352.
ACTIVITY WITH PARKINSONS
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, Physio-
led 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 Noosa Tri later on in the year. We have varied activities and projects to raise funds to assist the local community. We meet the the Tewantin RSL. Please phone Keetha 0421 250 614 to enquire.
The Noosa Community Garden is back in full swing attracting a lot of new members. “Our mission is to create a place of positive impact through a community garden in a relaxed, social and sustainable environment through growing together“. 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.
FABULOUS 60S PLUS
We are a fun, friendly, seniors social group. We welcome couples and singles to join us for morning coffee every Tuesday 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.
NOOSA
U3A Noosa Friday Talks are held at 1.30 pm at U3A, 64 Poinciana Ave, Tewantin. Friday 17 May – Angela and John Le MareMonte Carlo Festival of Circus 2024
Full details available on U3A website u3anoosa.com.au/ or phone 5440 5500.
LEARN TO CROCHET WORKSHOPS: One-toone tuition with Janelle Turley for members and non-members – Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays, 9.30 am – 11.30 am.
PASTELS PORTRAITS with Maxine Thompson: Saturday & Sunday 18 & 19 May, 9 am – 3 pm.
WEAVING IS HEALING with Rene Bahloo: Saturday and/or Sunday, 27 and/or 28 July,
10.30 am – 3.30 pm.
ADVANCED PEN & WASH with Lizzie Connor: 6 consecutive Tuesday mornings, commencing Tuesday 4 June, 9 am – 12 noon.
PUNCHY WATERCOLOURS with Lizzie Connor: 4 consecutive Tuesday mornings, commencing Tuesday 6 August, 9 am – 12. Noosa Shire Arts & Crafts Association is a centre for creativity, learning & friendship. New members welcome. Visit our Gift Shop. Disabled-friendly access. Tel: 07 5474 1211; Visit noosaartsandcrafts. org.au
NOOSA PROBUS 2010
Noosa 2010 Combined PROBUS is a great club for retired men and women who love going on bus trips, having coffee, lunches, dinner outings, weekly walks, yoga, theatre, garden outings and an interesting monthly speaker. Meetings are held at ‘Lawns’ (Tewantin Noosa Bowls Club), 65 Hilton Tce, Tewantin on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 9am. For details phone 0491 124 985.
TUNE IN TO NOOSA FM
Tune in Noosa FM 101.3 or stream live on noosafm.org for local updates and Great Music for a Great Community. Noosa’s community radio station is committed to developing local talents.
Weekly roster for Tewantin- Noosa Meals on Wheels beginning Monday 13 May
Monday Drivers: Rotary D Break, Tony, Darryl, driver needed for E Run, Margaret and Bill, driver needed for G Run, Ian, Jason, Robyn, Judy and Eileen Kitchen: Geoff, Renee, Janet, Denise
Tuesday Drivers: Laguna, Lin, Tania and friends, Penny, Jan and Bryan, Barani and Peter, Carlee and Gordon, Catherine Kitchen: Ann, Glenn, Wednesday Drivers: Christina, Kevin Mc, Alan and Cynthia , Kevin, Elsa, driver needed for H Run, Simone, John and Helen, Paul
Kitchen: Denise, Christina, John, Jerry, Chris
Thursday Drivers: Kyle, Lynne, Sue, Donna and Julie, driver needed for E Run, Kerryn and Stuart, Ian, Julie L, driver needed for J Run, Sharon and Mal
Kitchen: Donal, Loz, Vicki, Sharon, Claire
You can also check the roster on our website mealsonwheels-tewantinnoosa.org.au
If you are unavailable or can do an extra run, please phone the kitchen on 5449 7659. We are looking for drivers and kitchen volunteers.
One of the most physically and mentally challenging events held in Australia, Ultraman, returns to Noosa for the ninth year from 11 to 13 May.
The event takes place over three days with athletes enjoying the warm waters of Noosa main beach, and the rolling hills in the Hinterland.
Forty-one competitors with their family and crew will arrive a few days before, and many stay a few days after the event, bringing well appreciated funds to the restaurants and cafes on the Coast.
These athletes are coming from all over Australia, while some international competitors arrive from India, Mexico, Thailand and Singapore.
Seven countries are being represented this year following 11 last year.
Ultraman Australia is the step up from the Ironman race and the Ultra355 held in Hervey Bay. The event is also held in Canada, Arizona, Florida and Hawaii.
Day one starts with a 10km swim, which starts and finishes in front of Noosa Surf Club.
Each athlete has a paddler to guide them around the course and provide drinks and nutrition during the swim leg.
When the competitors emerge from their swim, it’s a quick change and onto the bike for a 146km ride.
Roads are not closed for this event owing to the small numbers of athletes. Riders head through Tewantin to Cooroy, Pomona, and turn off at Kin Kin through the beautiful rolling hills of Cedar Pocket to the turnaround point at the Gympie East State School.
They return via the same route and dismount at Lions Park Noosa Heads.
A quick medical check is followed by a welldeserved massage. At this time, the athletes start the refuelling of food and fluids to prepare for the next day.
Day two is a 5.30am start from Hastings St as
the competitors head out on their 274km bike ride.
They do a loop out to Boreen Point before returning to Day one’s course through Cooroy and Pomona.
This time they head through Cooran and cross the highway to the Tuchekoi and Mary Valley Rd area. The riders head for Kenilworth, then Eumundi, Yandina, Bli Bli, Twin Waters and up the coast road back to Noosa.
These days on the bike, and also the run, are only possible with the support of the crew.
This team comprises a mix of family, friends, previous competitors and local volunteers who travel the course with their athlete. Food, water and electrolytes are passed to the rider (vehicles must be stationary) and cheering the athlete on is an important part of the role.
Day three, the athletes head out on their 84.5km run.
The course is through Noosa, Sunrise Beach and follows the coastal pathway down to Twin Waters.
Some runners from local clubs will be pacing with the athletes. As the runners turn to do their second marathon, they face mental and physical challenges and some need to dig deep to complete this day.
They return along the same course, but head through Noosa Woods down to the beach to complete the last 600m with their family and crew along Noosa Main Beach and through the arch to be crowned an Ultraman.
The record time for completing the event is held by Simon Cochrane, from NZ, in 19 hours, 48 minutes and 47 seconds in 2023.
He ran an incredible six hours, six minutes and seven seconds for the double marathon.
Two of the athletes will be competing in Ultraman Australia for the 4th time: Shane Duffy and Sean Pero.
Shane has also raced in the four international venues – he actually completed six Ultraman events over 12 months.
The training involved for this event is phenomenal and requires incredible support from family and friends.
Signs will be out on the courses for the three days to guide the athletes. If you see these amazing riders and runners, give them a wave and a cheer!
For more information see website: ultramanoz.com.au
Once again, our Noosa Little Athletics have performed, and performed well, against top level competition.
The occasion was the Coles Little Athletics Championships (ALAC), the pinnacle event of the Little Athletics season for the under 13, 14 and 15 age groups.
Our people informed us that the athletes gathered at the South Australian Athletics Stadium in Adelaide for the two day event.
Noosa Head Coach Mick Hooper said, “Of the 97 athletes representing Queensland, three up and comers from Noosa, were part of the team experience, who travelled and stayed in Adelaide with team managers. Taya Clayton, Marlon Andrews and Luca Gerrard all competed for individual awards and their performances contributed towards the team trophies on offer.”
For Taya Clayton it was a very successful meet. In the U14 hurdling events her graceful style and speed saw her win gold in both the 80 and 200mt hurdle events. Taya achieved a new meet record of 12.12 in the 80-meter event, whilst also setting a new Queensland record at the same time. She once again showed incredible speed to win bronze in the 100mt sprint final.
Within 90 minutes of his 400 mt bronze medal finish, under 14’s athlete, Marlon Andrews competed in the 100 mt heat and qualified for the final. Marlon finished 5th in the final in 11.98 and 4th in the 200 in 23.94. Marlon has shown lots of versatility in the three track events: also, good signs for the seasons ahead. Under 15’s athlete, Luca Gerrard continued his success as a rising star with a stunning performance in the triple jump.
According to a team official, “Each jump was fuelled with passion, perseverance and relentless pursuit of excellence: this attitude was to reward him with a gold medal winning jump of 12.37. The following day he showed his determination and skills competing in the long jump and winning the bronze medal.”
In a summary of the events, an official stated, “One of the most rewarding aspects was the sense of camaraderie and sportsmanship that permeated at the end of each day, with athletes spilling onto the field to cheer on their state relay teams. These Coles Australian Little Athletics Championships are a reminder of the power of fun and friendship.” Head Coach Mick Hooper said, “The event has a wonderful history dating back to1973, and has provided incredible memories and experiences for so many talented athletes. Also, a big thank you to Coles for making it all possible.”
Noosa Outriggers
For the Noosa Outriggers, hosting this weeks’ racing at Rainbow Beach, all the paddlers are primed and ready to go.
There will be three big days of racing commencing Friday 9 May, with the OC 1s and 2s, having their main day of racing on Saturday: short and long course racing for Mixed, Men and Women, then a changeover race on Sunday.
Clubs will be travelling from Bundaberg, Fraser Coast, Hervey Bay, Mooloolaba, Brisbane the Gold Coast and as far South as Coffs Harbour.
The organisers are expecting over 500 paddlers who will take to the water, representing some 20 clubs. It is indeed interesting to note that many of the Outrigger carnivals, require many miles of travel, Sydney and back and the far North Queensland. Always well supported, this goes to show that with little or no media support, it is a sport that is starting to catch on. So, a big well done to the ever faithful.
Rugby League
The sun came out at Pirate Park for a Sunday afternoon of footy. Opening the day saw Pirates under 17s finish with a strong win over Coolum 26-8. Next was the masters side, taking on Beerwah: this saw plenty of laughs and fun from the old boys.
Results from the A grade definitely put a smile on the face of Head Coach Michael Duff. At the game’s end, Pirates vs Beerwah, it was a 26-8 win for the Pirates.
“Leading into the game we were boosted by Brody Baker returning from injury and the debut of new signing Jye Ballinger. Both sides started strongly, but it was Beerwah who scored first off the back of an error and penalty from us. From there we took control of the game going into halftime with a 12 to 4 lead, with tries to hooker Dyllan Cousens and middle forward Brody Baker. Pirates came out strong from the break dominating the opening 20 minutes of the second half with a powerhouse try from lock Harry Dwyer. Beerwah
then hit back to score their second try off a well positioned field kick. The wet and greasy conditions became a factor for both teams in the latter stages of the game, with both teams struggling to complete the sets of six. The game was finally sealed when Ethan Pohlner took an intercept and ran 90 meters to score under the post. In the dying minutes Patrick McGinn topped off a great game by kicking a penalty goal at full time giving him a perfect kicking game 5 from 5 for the day. A lot of our players stood up today, playing out of position while we were missing 4 or 5 key players. I am really pleased to see the continued growth of the team: and we still have a long way to go with improvement.”
In the reserve grade Pirates had another slow start till they hit their straps mid-way through the first half: they then started to dominate.
Lachlan Proctor was huge up the middle and Zane Embleton was causing havoc on the edges of a tiring Gympie defence. Half time saw Pirates in the sheds 22 to 4 lead, and looking to put the game to bed in the second half. But hats off to the Gympie boys.
In front of a big home crowd, they got to within 12 points and really started to apply the pressure. Pirates’ defence held up and they were unlucky not to be awarded two more tries: but they came away with a 28-16 win. Glenn Jarrett was strong once again and Jai Turner was solid, putting in his best performance of the season.
The reserves will head back to Kawana next weekend looking to avenge our round 3 defeat.
For the Third Grade, Pirates travelled to Palmwoods to take on Yandina.
Yandina looked a different team to previous weeks with an influx of new players, while Pirates were without seven of their regular players.
“The recruitment process went into overdrive during the week to ensure we could field a team,” Tony McIlroy said.
“The team welcomed back a total of six players plus Assistant Coach Luke Martin. Despite this Pirates were still short a couple on the bench.Yandina scored to go to a sixpoint lead, before Noosa levelled the scores. On fifteen minutes Pirates lost second rower Arlo Kasmaroski to a shoulder injury. Yandina crossed the line next, then just before half time Pirates scored to make it level, 12-12. The Noosa team showed a lot of grit in the second half: the on- line defence was very gritty and determined. However, their ball control started to slip, thus losing possession and Yandina closed off the game scoring two tries to nil: giving them a 20-12 victory. For Pirates their players player was shared: centre Jared Melville and front rower Steen Rutledge. Man of the Match was also shared by front rowers, Steen Ruthledge and John Dwyer, and picking up one point was Luke Martin. Great effort from the team despite adverse conditions. This week sees us take on Yandina again, at their home ground Saturday 11 May at 3pm.”
Next Saturday will see both A grade and Reserve take on Kawana down there and Women’s playing Caboolture.
Under 13s – Greeted by another wet day, we knew it was going to be a physical encounter with a large Swans side. The boys worked hard to keep their structure in attack and defence from Victor, Oscar and Lewis. A couple of defensive lapses led to a couple of tries by Maroochydore. Apart from these misses, the teams were matched evenly through the first half and we displayed passages of play retaining numerous phases of ball with good work from Sammy, Mac, Eli, Sam and Oscar. The backs showed promising attack at times with some strong runs from Mitch and Nate enjoying some space out wide. The second half had some patches of good play but the defence effort fell away and the Swans capitalised with some strong running tries. Jaxon, Archie and Manus came up with some great tackles and did not stop trying all game. A better game with improvements both individually and as a team. Although not getting the results the boys have been wanting, the team has shown continual improvement week on week. Congratulations to Oscar who thoroughly deserved Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match.
Under 12s – Reds – The U12 Reds faced slippery conditions on home soil against University in Round 3. Facing off against some big Uni players, the boys worked hard to keep the defensive line strong. Passing the ball out wide produced great results, with three tries to Uni’s one putting the Reds firmly in front at half time. The boys had opportunity to try a few set plays, and in the second half barrelled over the line another three times to dominate the score board at full time: 36-17. The Reds continue to improve, with focus on the breakdown in training sure to bolster what is already a fantastic team in the making. Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match went to Xavier, for his grit and determined tackling against Uni’s intimidating forward pack.
U12 Whites – The first home game of the year for the Noosa Fins, The boys were ready and eager to rip in.
Caloundra Lighthouses made the trip north,
A physical team the Fins would need to step forth.
The opening exchanges were a frantic affair,
Before Harry dashed down the sideline to score with some flair.
Perry’s conversion from the touch line meant The Fins led by seven,
This awoke the Lighthouse’s who upped their aggression.
Caloundra began to dominate the rucks, Hitting the packs and cleaning out our young bucks.
Some excellent phase play from the young Caloundra team, They went to the break with a head full of steam.
After the break it was more of the same,
The Fins battled bravely to stay in the game.
A pick and go and Archie crashed over, Giving the boys hope if they could maintain their composure.
In the end Caloundra thoroughly deserved their win,
Reward for the obvious effort they put in.
The Fins can also hold their heads high, For their effort too you cannot deny. By Dylan Tasker.
Caloundra 26 Noosa Fins 14
Under 7s – Another great showing for our U7 superstars. Nice to have a home game against Matthew Flinders. The game started with the customary tunnel which is becoming a beloved ritual. Defence was tested with plenty of
opportunities to practice two-hand touches. The team couldn’t wait for opportunities to put their lineouts and scrums to the test in the weeks to come. Hemi was strong in support with some powerful goose steps, breaking the line. Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match went to Archer for an awesome debut and magical catch to score right on the whistle.
Under 6s – This week saw our U6 Reds vs Maroochydore, while the U7s White played Caloundra. Our Noosa boys showed great awareness and understanding of the game this week. Domino’s Pizza Player of the Day for the Noosa Reds was Frankie who made a lot of great touches against the Swans. While for the U7Whites, Carter took out the honour with his great turn of speed seeing him bust the tryline on multiple occasions.
Two local multi-generational footy families are celebrating the huge refurbishment of their much-loved hinterland football club facilities.
The Home of the Reds, home to 350 players aged five to 70 is enjoying a new lease of life thanks to a $1.7 million club upgrade, which has now been completed.
Supported by Sunshine Coast Council, the project at Nambour-Yandina United (NYU) Football Club sports club facility will be a boost for the football club and also the weekend Yandina Community Markets, which it hosts.
It’s a welcomed improvement to their local football club for the Harths, a proud Reds’ footy family.
Ari Harth, son of Jono Harth and grandson of Michael Harth, is playing his first season as a Mini Roo at Nambour Yandina United Football Club, making it three generations of Harths that have played for NYU.
Adding a fourth generation, Ari’s greatgrandfather Peter Harth is a former president of the NYU Football Club.
“My four sons Michael, Stephen, David and Gary all played for NYU, my grandsons Jono and Michael Harth play in the Premier League men’s team and my great-grandson Ari Harth plays in the Mini Roos,” Mr Harth said.
“I remember back in my time with the club, our first dressing room was over in the old cricket shed and was simply two trucks we used for change rooms.
“The new clubhouse is something to see, in my lifetime, from what we started with.
“I’m looking forward to seeing my greatgrandson Ari enjoying the new facilities.”
Lifetime NYU Football Club member Peter O’Keefe also has a multi-generational legacy with the Reds.
Peter’s three children Bonnie, Lachlan and Quinn O’Keefe all started out as juniors in the club and are now playing and coaching for the Reds.
Peter’s son Quinn was in the first team as
NYU to win a grand final, and his grandson Jack O’Keefe is now playing his first season in the Mini Roos.
NYU was formed in 1997, bringing together two great earlier clubs, the Nambour Reds (founded in 1974) and the Yandina Eagles (founded in 1976). The club is affiliated with Sunshine Coast Football and Football Queensland and now has 350 players registered in junior and senior divisions.
The $1.7 million upgrade includes new public amenities, four new changerooms, improved access for all abilities, a separate area for umpires and a first aid room.
The refurbished clubhouse also boasts a new club administration office and uniform store, with a solar system to offset electricity costs.
Sunshine Coast Council Division 10 Councillor David Law said council recognised the regional importance of sport and active rec-
reation at a grassroots level.
“Participation in sport and active recreation has significant benefits for our health and our social connection and is an economic boost for our community,” Cr Law said.
“These improvements to the Nambour Yandina United Football Club facility are enthusiastically welcomed by the local sporting community in Nambour and Yandina.
“The club is recognised for its dedicated players and passionate supporters, and what a fantastic facility this now is, enabling even more people to get involved in local sports.
“This new clubhouse is a home to be proud of, for all NYU players and supporters.
“This is another example of how we are connecting and engaging with our communities to build a better future for everyone.”
Nambour Yandina United Football Club president Jeff McColl said the whole club was excited about their new clubhouse and facili-
ties, which coincided with NYU’s 50th anniversary celebrations.
“The new facilities couldn’t have come at a better time, as we have more than 350 players plus officials, coaches, managers and spectators, and we’re still growing,” Mr McColl said.
“These updated facilities are a major step for our club development, with many new players and programs including an excellent girls’ program that achieved Football Australia’s Star 1 Club Changer recognition, and we’ve engaged the teams with a technical director, goal keeping coaching, junior coach development and field maintenance.
“We have a large supporter base and I am sure everyone will be proud of our new facilities.
“We look forward to hosting many Red home games in our new clubhouse.”
Sunshine Coast Council provided funding of more than $1 million and proudly partnered with the Australian Government, which contributed $400,000 through its Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program, and the Queensland Government, which provided $204,000 towards upgrading the clubrooms for the Nambour Yandina United Football Club.
The Nambour Yandina United Football Club also contributed $33,000 to support the project.
This joint partnership across all levels of government and local community will enable Queenslanders to participate in sport and recreation activities on the Sunshine Coast.
Nicklin MP Rob Skelton said he was absolutely delighted to see these works come to completion, and to have advocated for this project.
“With the huge increase in female participation in sports across the Coast, this upgrade could not have come at a better time,” Mr Skelton said.
“I look forward to seeing the benefits the upgraded clubhouse brings, not only to NYU FC, but to the wider community as well.”
Generally speaking, a qualifying series in surfing or any other sport is not as exciting to watch as the world championship tour, but I think we may be breaking out of the shackles of that mindset at last.
The last couple of years I’ve added the WSL Challenger Series (the highest level of qualifiers that you have to qualify for through regional events or by virtue of getting dropped from the main tour) and on quite a few occasions I’ve found myself rivetted to the couch from the opening round. The just-concluded Gold Coast Pro at near-perfect Snapper Rocks would be at the top of that list. It had everything – high drama, new blood, grinding barrels, the ongoing ascendancy of the women competitors, judging scandals (we’ll get to that) and old favourites like Sally Fitzgibbons getting right through to finals day with some amazing surfing, and Kelly Slater taking yet another farewell spin around the ballroom, getting knocked out in the first round but melting our hearts in a champ’s expression session.
Above all, the Gold Coast Pro had as its 2024 women’s champion the amazing 16-yearold Erin Brooks. I’ve been watching this little butter-wouldn’t-melt-in-her-mouth force of nature, born in Texas, living in Hawaii, surfing under the Canadian flag, for quite a while now, knowing she was the coming thing just behind Caity Simmers. But who knew she could swing around behind the rock at Snapper, jag the biggest set wave of the entire event under priority and get completely, utterly barreled for a very long few seconds. If Macy Callaghan’s barrel the day before was worth a 10, this was a 15! Watching this go down, I was totally mesmerised by the sheer audacity of the move, but not half as much as Coolum’s Isabella Nichols, another brilliant surfer, who held priority and let her go. Bella more or less packed her shooter in its bag and went home right there and then, metaphorically speaking. A fighter and a great sport, Bella was there to chair her little mate off the beach when, of course, Erin won the event an hour or so later. But no shame in third, and Bella will be defending her 2023 title at North Narrabeen this weekend, looking to get a firm grip near the top of the Challenger rankings.
On the men’s side of the draw we saw some brilliant performances from Brazil’s WCT stars Joao Chianca and Sammy Pupo, even though Sammy is fighting for to regain a spot on tour after the midseason cut, and Aussie sensation George Pittar continued his spectacular blitz of the Australian tour, falling just short of a finals berth, alongside Barbados journeyman Josh Burke (who?), a fast, smooth stylist who looked like he’d been taking off behind the Snapper rock his entire life.
And in the end, it came down to Sammy and Mikey McDonagh from Lennox Head, a big-boned streak of a guy who surfs strong and fast and has the full bag of tricks at his disposal. Not to mention the fact that he had brought the entire surfing population of Lennox along to cheer him on. And it worked! While the men’s final copped a squall and didn’t enjoy
the immaculate conditions we’d seen all day, it produced another level of surf IQ in both surfers, who found barrels where they didn’t appear to exist, and bounced off the lip while turning straight-handers into makeable waves.
What an event it was.
Judge not, lest ye …
And then there was the judging. Look, surfers have been whining about judging decisions since the first coloured jersey was pulled on and the starter’s gun fired, getting close to 70 years ago in the modern era.
And the more competitors in a heat, the worse the whining gets, understandably, as anyone who has peer-judged in an amateur comp will attest.When there’s a set right before the hooter and six surfers split the peak (I can’t even imagine how it must have been when there were eight, sometimes even 10 surfers in a heat), all hell breaks loose and no one knows
what really just happened, not even the head judge, who’s supposed to tell you important things like, “Probably red’s best wave,” so you can check what you gave red earlier and add a point.
In the modern pro surfing context, I noted that a couple of commentators were calling this collusion, which is a bit tough, given that a head judge at every level has always been for guidance. You don’t have to take it, but at the lower levels, most do. Certainly at the highest levels, like the WCT and the Challenger, prize money, sponsorships and careers are on the line so it’s important you get it right, and the more people in the water, the harder that is.
Which brings me to the specific case of the four-man heat in the round of 32 at Snapper when Santa Cruz’s Nat Young was in second (enough to advance) with 90 seconds to go. Last-placed Marco Mignot had ridden a good
wave already but the scores were not up. Then third-placed Mikey McDonagh also rode a good wave, but no scores were up as the clock wound down and Nat Young took off, not having a clue what he might need to progress. He belted a succession of smooth off-the-lips which looked pretty good to me, maybe a six, and waited for the outcome. When the score finally appeared, McDonagh had jumped into second behind Frenchman Charly Quivront, meaning they both progressed. Nat’s final wave score of 4.03 left him dead last and packing his bags.
Two questions arose: why did the judges take so long to deliver, and why was Nat scored so low? Answers: Pressure, and, the WSL finally admitted, Nat’s four was a mistake. They changed it to a 5.37 which didn’t change a thing, but at least they apologised. Tough game, surfing.
Organisers of the Rainbow Beach Family Fishing Classic Expo 2024 are getting ready to give away $200,000 in cash and prizes this year and it is time to get your nominations in!
Running for nearly 40 years, this epic event held from 2 to 8 June is huge drawcard for fanatic fishers. families wishing to spend the week together and for the teens and cadets who are in the running for some great prizes.
Unlike previous years, ticket sales for the 2024 Fishing Classic close on Saturday 1 June 5pm sharp. No further entries will be accepted from this point.
Registration day is on Sunday 2 June at 1pm at the Rainbow Beach Sports Club.
With the major draw down prize of a Stacer 429 Outlaw SC Boat with trailer, safety pack, F50LB Yamaha Motor, Lowrance Elite FS 7 Sounder and Transducer, including registration on offer, it is going to be a highly fought competition.
The $200,000 worth of prizes includes the major draw down prizes for juniors, teens and adults, nightly random draws, nightly category wins for juniors, seniors, ladies, teens, teams and on Saturday 8 June, the Grand Finale is going to be huge.
The Classic is always well supported and is a mix of great enthusiasm, toasty warm fire pits, cold beer, hot food, barrels of laughs and camaraderie, and the chance to see the days big catches each afternoon.
The week-long family friendly classic and expo attracts huge sponsors with Wilson, Hervey Bay RSL,Great Northern Brewing, Kevlacat Power Boats Australia, Wynnum Marine, ARB 4 x 4 Accessories, Allcoast Tyre Solutions, Cooper Tyres, Gardiner Fisheries, Rainbow Beach Sports Club, Sunshine Mitre 10, PromoPal,
Gympie Regional Council and a mass of local sponsors who return every year to give the competition a hand.
The event could not operate without its volunteers and if you would like to volunteer, please contact the Sports Club directly.
The Classic is proud to be presenting the Levi Hanna Spirit Award and the Levi Hanna Flatty Award this year in memory of fanatic young much loved fisherman Levi who sadly
passed away in 2023.
Enter online before 1 June and make sure you don’t miss the registration in person at the Rainbow Beach Sports Club on Sunday 2 June 2024 from 1pm to 5pm.
Weigh-ins are held Monday to Friday from 3pm to 5pm and the Grand Finale will be held on Saturday from 2pm to 4pm.
To enter or for further information contact www.rainbowbeachsportsclub.com.au
From sport to dancing or walks, there’s plenty of ways to get active in Noosa.
WALK WITH WISDOM
Join us every Friday morning from 7.30-9am for a revitalising walk along the Noosa River. Designed for active professionals and individuals seeking growth in personal, professional, and mental well-being, our sessions are led by a diverse team of coaches and therapists. Start with brief introductions, then pair up to exchange insights as you walk. The morning concludes with a 10-minute engaging talk from a member, all while enjoying coffee from O-Boats. For more information, visit our Facebook page: Walk With Wisdom.
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 in Tewantin 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.
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.
CROQUET
Every Sunday morning is Come and Try Day at the Club in Noosa Waters’ attractive grounds in Seashell Place. Be at the Club by 8.15am where experienced trainers will help you understand what this strategic game is all about. And remember our offer – four free lessons before you need to think about joining. For further information ring Niven on 0428 799 987.
PLAY TENNIS
Fit tennis players required for singles and doubles play during the week and weekends. Squash and tennis players needed Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Call Karen on 0412 485 411.
MAGZ JAZZ
Increase strength, flexibility, energy and wellbeing. Dance exercises and stretching. Learn new dance moves and routines to inspired music. Jazz and Latin style dance keeps the body moving, mind agile, memory working and spirit lifted. 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 in-
termediate class runs from 5-6pm. Contact Helen on 0448 621 788 for more.
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. Class- es are on Mondays and Wednesdays 9-10.30am (Intermediate level), Thursday 5-5.50pm (Beginners), Friday 9-10am (All levels) at Performing Arts Factory, 2/6-8 Rene St, Noosaville. Phone Angelika on 0488 088 633.
IT’S a double delight for home buyers this weekend with two eye-catching listings from Roark Walsh of Tom Offermann Real Estate.
A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house, pool at 14 Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction at 11am Saturday,11 May.
Seaview is arguably one of the best streets in Australia, and this property is highlighted by it’s position, privacy and lightfilled interiors.
Another property to look out for is a fourbedroom, four-bathroom waterfront house at Noosaville that goes to auction with Roark on Saturday at 2pm.
With pool and jetty, 15 Wyuna Dve is an immaculate four-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car waterfront house.
Understandably, both properties are attracting considerable interest.
The multi-level Seaview Tce property offers panoramic ocean views from its position along the ridge.
On 550sq m with access to Maher Tce, it is an easy walk down to the surf beach and village, Roark said, but with advantage of the outlook.
Cleverly designed for the shape of the block, the house is basically on four split-levels, so it takes advantage of the location.
Yet it features very private entertainment areas and pool.
The wine cellar is a great attractionideal for entertaining.
The property backs onto a section of rainforest that is in the heart of Sunshine.
There is interest in the property from expats, Roark said, but predominantly from interstate and Brisbane.
Marketed in conjunction with colleague Rebekah Offermann, the house features
A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house, pool at 14 Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction at 11am Saturday, 11 May. 404525
A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house, pool at 14 Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction at 11am Saturday, 11 May. 404525
layers of grey-slatted timber to evoke privacy and mystery.
A spectacular glass entry door opens to the gallery-style foyer and a shoji-style wall.
The sumptuous living area is highlighted by a custom stone feature wall with fireplace, and a striking pendant of 12 hand-blown glass balls.
Natural light, thanks to high ceilings and disappearing doors, streams across the polished timber flooring, and blurs the lines between inside and out to terraces, the length of the three living spaces.
Engaging views sweep east across the ocean from the Noosa National Park headland in the north.
The high-end contemporary kitchen has stone-topped matt cabinetry including the island breakfast bar with curvaceous ends of fluted timber, high-end appliance such as a six-hob gas cooktop.
Complementing the shimmering pool and sun terrace is a kitchenette/wet bar.
The premier bedroom suite has timber floors, plantation shutters, filtered sea views through verdant rainforest, walk-in and built-in robes.
The striking ensuite comes with two-basin stone-topped timber-fronted cabinetry, a bidet and a double shower. OpenIing to an alfresco east-side terrace, it is highlighted by a Japanese-style bathhouse with a dark stone spa bath.
On the lower level are four bedrooms, and three share access to terraces with undercover/verdant filtered views including
A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house, pool at 14 Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction at 11am Saturday, 11 May. 404525
the garden. A king suite has double entry doors to an expansive space that includes a custom bunk bed, walk-in/built-in robes, ensuite and access to terraces. Three additional generous bedrooms have built-in robes; two have access to an undercover terrace; and a large share bathroom.
There are three distinctive zones spread over two levels, terraces off most rooms - 10 terraces in all on the eastern side take full advantage of the aspect, including the multiple open-plan living areas, which coalesce with outdoors including the pool.
The allure of living on an expansive deepwater reach of two waterways including the nearby Noosa River is driving much of the appeal of 15 Wyuna Dve, Noosaville.
These uninterrupted river views, together with the immaculate interior spaces, invite a bright and breezy lifestyle on exclusive Hideaway Island.
“There has been good inquiry,’’ marketing agent Roark Walsh said. “Brisbane and interstate mainly.’’
Designed by architect Greg Gibbes, the amount of space and quality of finishes in the house are attracting comment.
All bedrooms have luxury ensuites, and there is a second entertaining area.
A huge void with clerestory-height ceiling at the centre of the house creates this sense of space and light - glass balustrading on the pool highlights the outlook over the waterways.
Lavish limestone flooring in the living
A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house, pool at 14 Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction at 11am Saturday, 11 May. 404525
A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house, pool at 14 Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction at 11am Saturday, 11 May. 404525
areas, open to an expansive north-facing terrace.
The kitchen comes with natural-toned stone-topped cabinetry including long island breakfast bar, open-style butler’s pantry with floor-to-ceiling shelving and all the latest appliances.
Central to the living areas and kitchen is a custom-built bar.
There are five carpeted bedrooms - four with ensuite and walk-in robe and three with terrace or garden access.
Upstairs the main suite retreat opens to north-facing terrace with sweeping river views. It has a generous walk-in robe, stunning bathroom with two-basin, stonedtopped cabinetry and walk-in shower. There are three additional king bedrooms on this level. On the ground floor is a king suite with walk-in robe, ensuite with deep free-standing bath and it opens to the front garden.
to exude contemporary sophistication, functionality and personality,“ remarks Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Roark Walsh, who has slated the property for auction on Saturday 11 May 2024, “plus complement the privileged location with nothing but sand and water out the front. It really is top of the class.
PRESTIGE PROPERTY POPULAR
A luxury hinterland home offering dual living on 4067sq m has proven popular going to contract shortly after being listed.
A six-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house with pool on 4067sq m at 25 Minura Ct, Doonan, has gone to contract after being listed at offers over $2.550m. 404525
A four-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car waterfront house, with pool, jetty, at 15 Wyuna Dve, Noosaville, is set for auction Saturday, 11 May, at 2pm. 404022
Alisa Wythes and Kess Prior at Hinternoosa were marketing the sixbedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 25 Minura Ct, Doonan, at offers over $2.550m.
The property has gone to contract with French interests.
In an elevated position with a northeasterly aspect, the house features openplan living areas with solid hardwood floors, ducted air-conditioning and ceiling fans throughout.
Stone benches and gas cooking highlight an expansive kitchen, while there are three living areas plus a separate media room, and a self-contained twobedroom granny flat.
Coming to the market is a five-bedroom house with pool on 0.5ha at Eumundi. It is
A six-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house with pool on 4067sq m at 25 Minura Ct, Doonan, has gone to contract after being listed at offers over $2.550m. 404525
A four-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car waterfront house, with pool, jetty, at 15 Wyuna Dve, Noosaville, is set for auction Saturday, 11 May, at 2pm. 404022
Tracy Russell at Tom Offermann Real Estate has listed a full-floor beachside apartment at Peregian Beach that offers glamour as well as position.
The three-bedroom, two-bathroom, twocar beachside apartment 6/31-33 Lorikeet Dve goes to auction Saturday, 25 May, at 1pm.
Close to the Pitta Street surf break, it is part of a boutique, architecturally-designed complex of seven apartments.
The high-ceilinged interior is filled with natural light thanks to ’disappearing’ glass sliders, and a large-paned corner window.
The sun-drenched terrace stretches across the width of the apartment, from the lounge on the eastern side with its
A four-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car waterfront house, with pool, jetty, at 15 Wyuna Dve, Noosaville, is set for auction Saturday, 11 May, at 2pm. 404022
morning sunshine.
There are also terraces on the southern and western sides of the apartment, overlooking the resident’s-only pool, the Noosa National Park, hinterland and beyond to Mount Cooroy.
The complex has a lift and double secure garage with internal access.
“It’s a spacious, glamorous apartment in a sought-after, beach-side location,’’ Tracy said.
It’s appeal is the Brisbane market, and locals whether improving position or downsizing.
The main bedroom suite has a terrace, roomy walk-in robe and an ensuite with a spa bath.
Two additional bedrooms have built-in robes and hinterland views with direct
A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car beachside apartment 6/31-33 Lorikeet Dve, Peregian Beach, goes to auction Saturday, 25 May, at 1pm. 404525
A four-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car waterfront house, with pool, jetty, at 15 Wyuna Dve, Noosaville, is set for auction Saturday, 11 May, at 2pm. 404022
access to the terrace; they also have a share bathroom.
AUCTION ACTION
SATURDAY, 11 May
Noosa Heads
1/25 Allambi Rise: 2bed, 2bath, 1car apartment, 12pm, Luke Chen 0417 600 840 Tom Offermann Real Estate Noosaville
15 Wyuna Dve: 4bed, 4bath, 2car waterfront house, pool, jetty, 2pm, Roark Walsh 0437 447 804 Tom Offermann Real Estate
Sunshine Beach
14 Seaview Tce: 5bed, 3bath, 2car house, pool on 550sq m, 11am, Roark Walsh 0437 447 804 Rebekah Offermann 0413 044 241 Tom Offermann Real Estate. ●
MarvelattheluminousturquoiseofLagunaBay, sweepingNoosaNorthShoreandbeyond to Double Island Pointfromthe terrace.Admire howthe aweinspiringviewistingedwithsaltybreezesandmatched by aninteriorwhichisasfreshand exhilaratingasan earlymorning swimatLittle Cove Beach,two minutes away.Thesophisticatedalbeit relaxedandbeachy look strikestherightbalance betweenuberluxury
andpracticalitywithloftyceilings,travertine flooring, splashesofnatural tonesandframelessdisappearing glassdoors makinga seamless connectiontothenorthfacing terrace.Withbarbequeandoutdoorfurniture attheready,it’sanotherentertainingorsundowner’s optiongiventheview. Whenitgets toohot,openthe gateandpopdownafewsteps to thepool.
Auction Saturday 11 May12pm View Friday4.00-4.30 Saturday 11.30am
Agent Luke Chen 0417600840 luke@offermann.com.au
Whenit comes to a findinga sparklingnewstunning residencewithglisteningsaltwaterlappingthewhitesandforeshore,thejaw-droppingcovetedaddress of KeyCourtNoosaSound, amereeight-minutewalk to HastingsStreetandNoosa MainBeach,thisisit. Imaginetheimpeccabledesignandbuildingcredentials ofBlackwoodArchitectsandDamienDavidson,with generousopenplanlivingspaces,a fireplaceand
endlessoak flooring.Indoors,thanksto disappearing doors,morphsintoa terracewherealfresco entertainingisatitsbest.Admirethe centrepieceof adazzlingpool,picture thekids swimminginthesafe shallowsordocktheboatatthepontoon.
Auction Saturday11May 1.00pm
View Saturday12.30pm
Agent TomOffermann 04127111888 tom@offermann.com.au
Agent NicHunter 0421785512 nic@offermann.com.au
Theallureoflivingon atranquil,deep-water expansive reachof two pristine waterwaysincludingnearby NoosaRiver,withuninterruptedriverviews,andbright buffedand voluminousinteriorspaces exudingrelaxed luxury,isundeniable,also tantamounttoanidyllic lifestyleon exclusiveHideawayIsland. Openthemassiveglassdoor, stopandthinkwow.Look atthe celestoryheight ceiling,calmingpastelgrey
palette,mocha-huedsilk wallpaperandthe startling wall ofartfullypositioneddownlights. Lookbeyond.Note howthehighandmightyresidencefansoutacross theover-generouslivingareas,howanabundance ofnaturallightshadow dancesacrossendlesslavish limestone flooring,andthankstopocketalbeit vanishingdoors, coalesceswiththegreatoutdoors
Auction
Saturday 11 May2pm view
Saturday 1.30pm
Agent Roark Walsh 0437447804 roark@offermann.com.au
Lookingfortheultimatesea-changeandtree-change of acontemporary residence withanAmerican-style barn,onlarger-than-most land,surroundedbynature, mere8-minutes to PeregianBeach?Insidebeinstantly impressed by thehallway that stretchesand reveals high rakedceilings,andnaturallightdrenchingthe terrazzothroughoutthe expansivelivingareas.Doors seamlesslyopen to anundercover terraceonthe
southside,whileonthenorthsideindoors melds to a verygenerousand totallyprotected terrace.Itadds significantly to entertainingoptionsespeciallywitha 10mshimmeringpool,fringedbygoldencanepalms.
Auction Saturday18May 10am
View Saturday11.00-11.30
Agent ZoeCooke 0428329291 zoe@offermann.com.au
Agent Michael McComas 0447263663 michael@offermann.com.au
Thinkharmonious connectionofa first-classlocation,in atotallyprivatecul-de-sacabuttingtheNoosaNational Park, a180-degreeoutlookoftheglisteningwhite-water CoralSea,being two minutes to thelustfulwhite-sand beach,andifthat’snotenoughhowaboutenjoyinga stunningviewfromevery room?Theprodigiousopen planlivingareashave disappearingdoorsonthree sides,morphingfrominside to the expansiveterraces,
whilenaturallightshadow dancingoverthehoneyhuedtimber flooringadds abigsplashofsunny attitude to thetotallyrelaxed,barefoot luxury.Let’snotforget thoseviews to sighfor,andalfrescooptionsaplenty forkeenentertainersorsimplefamilyfunand casual lunches.
Auction Saturday1 June11am
View Saturday12.00-12.30
Agent NicHunter 0421785512
nic@offermann.com.au
Agent Tim McSweeney 0411122331
tim@offermann.com.au
Avenuesadornedwithgraciouspalms,gardenia hedges,tropicalmagnoliagrandiflora,and tallBahamas palmssetthe stagefor astunningproperty.Inside, brightnaturallight floodsthespaciousmainliving andadjoiningdining rooms,bothfeaturingdoorsthat vanish to mergeseamlesslywith expansiveundercover terracesand ashimmeringpool. Positionedwitha 31-metergolf coursefrontageandboastingidyllic
northerlyviewsof waterandthe15thgreen,the terraceisidealforeverythingfromleisurelylunches to sundowners,offering apicturesquebackdropoflocal faunaandbirdlife.
agent EricSeetoo 0419757770 eric@offermann.com.au
auction Saturday1 June3pm view Saturday12.00-12.30
agent PatrickSherwood 0413889130 patrick@offermann.com.au
Iflove is asunloungeon aterrace,mere footsteps to the waterfrontofoneofthemostsalubrious stretches ofpristineNoosaRiver,dottedwithbobbingboats, pelicansglidingabove,andblessedwith afeastof seagull’s eye views stretching180-degrees, you’ve found yoursliceofparadise.Fromtheentry way,thecoastalcoolaesthetic,slide-away whiteplantationshutters and doorsare beguiling,asisthebrightmorningsunbathing
thetimber-hued flooringinthegenerousanddefined openplanlivinganddiningareas.There’s aseamless connectiontothenorth-facingwide terrace.Relax, admirethe waterways,NoosaNorthShore,andbeyond to theNoosaHinterland.
auction Saturday8 thJune12pm
View Saturday10.00-10.30
agent Luke Chen 0417600840 luke@offermann.com.au
agent Chen0412672375
lauren@offermann.com.au
Lauren
Withsweepingviewsand captivatingsunrises,this luxuriousapartmentholdsanirresistibleallure
Positioned tocapturethebreathtakingpanoramaof theNoosaRiver,itslocationisunmatched.Nestled alongthepalm-fringed waterfront,thebuilding’s curvedarchitecturecomplementsthesurroundings. Stepinsidetodiscovera sun-drenchedlivingspace adornedwith coastalhuesandplushfurnishings.
The terraceseamlessly connects to thelivingarea, offering stunningriverviews.Thesleekwhitekitchen isequippedwithpremiumappliances.Themaster bedroomboasts acurved-wallshowerandabalcony overlookingtropicalgardens.Witha bonus study,this propertyoffersbothspaceandprivacy.
Price $3.55M
Agent
Eliza Coppin 0423726639 eliza@offermann.com.au
13/1770 - 1774 DAVI DL OW WAY, CO OL UM BEACH
Nestledinthehighly covetedNorth Eastcornerof Coolum Caprice,thisproperty showcases acaptivating two-bedroom, two-bathroomapartment. Positioned onthesecond floor,itunveilsmesmerizingvistasof thebeachandocean,baskinginamplesunshineonits wrap-aroundbalcony. Itslayoutisingeniouslycrafted, ensuringpanoramicviewsfrom every corner,beitthe kitchen,diningarea,livingroom,orhallway.Themaster
bedroomfeaturesanewly renovatedensuite,while thesecondbedroomoffersversatileaccommodation options.Abundantnaturallightpermeatestheliving space, complemented by ample storage. Fullyfurnished andmanagedforholidayletting,itepitomizesthe ultimatecoastallifestyle.
Price Guide$1.15M
View
Saturday 12.00-12.30
Agent ZoeCooke 0428329291 zoe@offermann.com.au
IS Riverstone with its 5-star address close to Hastings Street, Noosa’s most desirable residence of a lifetime to be cherished forever?
Boasting a waterfront locale, complete with jetty, it is framed by a backdrop of an everlasting serene, lush vegetation and a lustrous wide tranquil reach of the Noosa River waterway.
Ostensibly hovering above the water in a tribute to the natural environment, and just like the town of Noosa Heads which is renowned for its elegant yet relaxed coastal atmosphere, it perfectly distils the very embodiment of architect Tim Ditchfield’s design approach to Riverstone, yet it’s seductive, dynamic, and encompassinglike a breath of fresh air.
The impressively imposing façade with bold brise-soleil gives a strong street presence, complementing the linear format travertine wrapping the outside. A white granite drive heralds the courtyard entrance to the residence with olives trees and manicured zoysia in the front garden.
Opening into a dramatic lofty pitched foyer, immediately cultivates a sunny state of mind whilst amalgamating elements of Brazilian modernism and mid-century architecture into its design.
The stairs and living room void are voluminous double height spaces that form the heart of the home, and mimicked alfresco, which extends to the stupendous white sand foreshore.
White-washed timber ceilings soften the interior, provide texture and visual interest, bright neutrals work in perfect concert with the open-plan layout, creating a feeling
of warmth and invitingness with designer timber furniture and textile accents.
Natural stone takes centre stage throughout, its warm tactile elements the perfect counterbalance to the sleek neutral palette. The liberal use of disappearing ‘floating’ glass panes seamlessly merge the interiors with the natural surrounds. A stand of fan palms acts as a go-between, while sumptuous linen sofas and armchairs in muted sage green are elegant assets.
Water vistas also have starring roles in almost every space, even hallways. On the west side the heated pool with spa, and sun terraces on either end, spans the length of the residence. The expansive covered alfresco terrace with outdoor kitchen, spills to the wide beach and perfect-for-swimming sparkling shallows. And why not jump into a boat moored at the jetty and spend the day exploring the Noosa River waterways or dazzling Laguna Bay.
The solid blonde-hued oak dining table imitates the cabinetry in the open plan kitchen and scullery, with multiples of the very latest high-end appliances, desired by any visiting chef as well as the consummate entertainer.
Slip into blissful dreams upstairs where there are four prodigious bedrooms, three with Noosa River views, terraces, and marble ensuites. That includes the seriously classy premier retreat suite with custom cabinetry, auto external venetians, and fashionista-style walk-in robe.
The basement, accessible by lift if you so desire, hosts multiple garage spaces, a music studio, designated fully equipped gym and more. An executive-style office is
additionally provided on the upper level. Riverstone is indisputable luxe, with whispers of classic brilliance, and striking aesthetics. The concept of an elevated and openly engaged residence was integral to the brief, and aligning with the idyllic subtropical, the form is designed to open and close as needed to allow for a free flow of ventilation. It certainly is a place of retreat and recharge, and the deliberate restraint architect Tim Ditchfield uses throughout, creates a calming sense of composure from the initial entry, continuing throughout.
“Riverstone is a mere stone’s throw to Hastings Street’s beachside restaurants, cafes and bars, also Noosa Main Beach, plus it’s a few minutes more along the boardwalk to the Noosa National Park,” enthuse Tom Offermann Real Estate marketing agents Tiffany Wilson and Nic Hunter.
“There’s simply nothing like living or investing in a rare flawless diamond, located in the privileged, private front row on the waterfront. Enough to make you sigh.”
Facts & Features:
· House Area: 686m2
· Land Area/Waterfrontage: 616m2/ 20m w 3.5mx3m jetty
· Architect/Builder/Engineer: Tim Ditchfield Architects/JD Constructions & Development/SCG Consulting; Near new
· Interior Joinery: JC Bain & Sons
· Landscape Architect: Conlon Group
· Pool & Spa: 2.6mx25m
· About: commercial grade lift from basement; DaVinci gas fireplace; ducted air/ fans; office; gym
· Key Materials & Finishes: extensive Turk-
Address: 43 Witta Circle, NOOSA HEADS Description: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 6 garage Price: On application Inspect: By appointment
Contact: Tiffany Wilson 0468 922 519 and Nic Hunter 0421 785 512, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE
ish travertine, marble wall tiles + flooring lower/American Oak upper + cabinetry; lime washed timber ceilings/wall shiplap; floor-to-ceiling Rosewood doors & windows; stone bench tops; Japanese mosaic tiles kitchen & bathrooms
· Kitchen/Scullery: open plan w stonetopped island bench waterfall edges; multiple V-Zug appliances incl Combi Steam & Combair, integrated dishwashers; SubZero wine fridges; Zip Hydotap; outdoor kitchen w Aura BBQ, fridge, dishwasher
· First level: 4-bedrooms: 3 w Noosa River views & terraces; 2 x WIR or BIR; 4 w ensuites/1 w bathtub; premier king suite w river views; custom bedhead + daybed & concealed TV; auto external venetians in powder coated stainless steel; large custom WIR w aircon; marble tiled ensuite w stone-topped dble basin custom cabinetry, heated towel rails & flooring, brass tapware; powder room on ground level
· Basement/Garage 186m2 - 4 cars/6 cars; Tesla Powerball 2.0 battery; music room; designated gym fully equipped
· Technology: smart home auto system incl security alarm & cameras, intercom, lights, black out blinds, sheers, louvres blinds, fireplace + external - auto aluminum screens & blinds + mounted TVs & Sonos system w integrated speakers inside & out; 15kW solar system
· Inventory: Fully furnished
· Location: 3-mins walk to Hastings Street & Noosa Main Beach; along boardwalk to Noosa National Park & world-recognised surfing reserve ●
SEEING is believing. Look over a vast coastal playground with the Coral Sea and beaches stretching south along the coast on the left; in the front is Lake Weyba, its waterways, way beyond to the Blackall Range, Mt Tinbeerwah and the lush Noosa Hinterland; and sweeping right in the northerly direction, is the Noosa River. That is way in-excess of 180-degrees and let us not forget the back garden abuts the Noosa National Park. These views to forever, arguably surpass all others on Noosa Hill.
What an appealing lifestyle as you drink in those spectacular sights, absorb the drama of sunset and the oh-so cool breezes on hot summer nights, without even leaving your favourite chair, of the undercover terrace, on both the ground and first floors of this substantial residence.
The over-generous carpeted high ceilinged living area on the first floor has numerous big windows and louvres to capture every beam of natural light and every breeze, plus banks of sliding doors provide a seamless flow to the terrace. There’s a dedicated dining space on the northside which opens out to an undercover terrace with a northerly verdant aspect. It offers numerous entertaining options to suit the mood and number of guests.
Downstairs with access to an undercover terrace and garden, is a large tiled leisure space, perhaps a studio or teen retreat. You make the decision to suit.
The kitchen with grey tiles is C-shaped, has marble-look benchtops including semiisland breakfast bar, a corner walk-in pantry and a full range of appliances including a fridge. The laundry is nearby and throughout are numerous storage spaces.
There are four carpeted bedrooms. The premier suite with wispy sheers is on the top floor, opens to the terrace with those captivating views, has a walk-in robe, also an ensuite and separate toilet. Three bedrooms with share bathroom and separate powder room are on the ground floor. Two have
access to the northerly terrace.
“This beachy-style residence home is majestically positioned in a quiet cul-de-sac less than 500m to Noosa Junction with its plethora of boutiques, supermarkets, bars and cafes,” explains Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Nic Hunter, who’s taking the property to auction on Saturday 1 June 2024. “Noosa Main Beach, Hastings Street and the Noosa National Park with its worldfamous Surfing Reserve are less than two kilometres away.
“If you want to escape to sub-tropical Noosa Heads for an idyllic lifestyle or are looking for a sage holiday investment, this is it.”
Facts & Features:
· House Area: 393m2
· Land Area: 526m2
· Terraces: 3.5mx4m on ground & 1st floor south to view & both undercover; north aspect 7.1mx3.8m 1st floor + 6.5mx3.2m both undercover
· About: high ceilings; louvres/wispy sheers; fans/aircon; carpeted stairs & open plan living; sep dining w access to undercover terrace on first floor northerly side + white tiled leisure/studio space w undercover terrace access northside; 4 carpeted bedrooms - premier suite w access to terrace & views, WIR & ensuite + sep toilet; 3 bedrooms, 2 w BIRs 2 w terrace access; bathroom w shower/bath + sep powder room
· Kitchen: C-shaped w grey tiled floor, marble-look Laminex benchtops including semi-island breakfast bar, corner WIP; Westinghouse fridge/freezer & oven; Panasonic convec/micro; Smeg cooktop; Dishlex dishwasher
· External: shed; easy-care gardens
· Location: quiet cul-de-sac; 500m to Noosa Junction; 2kms to Noosa Main Beach, Hastings Street and the Noosa National Park with its world-famous Surfing Reser ●
Address: 5 Mainsails Square, Noosa Heads
Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage
Inspect: Saturday 10-10.30am Auction: Saturday 1 June 2024, 1pm
Contact: Nic Hunter, nic@offermann.com.au 0421 785 512 and Adam Offermann, adam@offermann.com.au 0475 804 467
OH, to have a penthouse apartment in paradise where the climate is idyllic year-round, and it is a stroll from the azure shallows of Laguna Bay and the shimmering white-sand of Noosa Main Beach. How about sea views from the very generous north-facing terrace, as well as the spa bath and master suite, and being amongst the exclusive few with access to the nearby elevated Brooke’s Pool. It hugs the ridge of the Noosa National Park on one side and has outstanding sweeping gull’s eye ocean views on the other.
Embracing its position, ‘perched’ atop the rainforest trees of the Noosa National Park, where koalas call home and choruses from the native birdlife are a delight, the invogue two-bedroom penthouse apartment is one of only four on the much-coveted top floor.
Open the front door and admire the high-ceilinged, over-size living spaces with a contemporary beach aesthetic including sandy-hued tiles, sumptuous modular sofa, timber dining table, and a collection of very impressive Peter Lik limited edition seascape artworks to complement indoors and out.
Floor-to-ceiling sliders ostensibly disappear to reveal the terrace which stretches the width of the apartment. There is not only a verdant outlook and summer breezes tinged with salty air, but beyond are mesmerising Coral Sea views. What a perfect space for alfresco entertaining night or day, especially when the glam kitchen with stone-topped timber cabinetry has every accoutrement including a gas cooktop, to bring out the inner Jamie Oliver.
The master suite with custom leather bedhead and a walk-in robe, also accesses the terrace, while the spa in the ensuite can easily cater for several people who enjoy bubbles and drinking in the views above the trees.
The second bedroom, a twin has builtins robes. It has an adjoining bathroom, dedicated study space, a powder room as well as a fully equipped laundry.
“When it comes to location Peppers Noosa Resort has it in spades,” remarks Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Chris Miller. “Everything is so close. Hastings Street, only 300m away, is simply brimming with designer fashion boutiques, streetside alfresco cafes, bars and art galleries, plus there is the Noosa Heads Surf Club and the sheltered north-facing Main Beach. Along the coastal boardwalk is the pristine 477-hectare Noosa National Park, a big boon to joggers, walkers, nature lovers and of course surfers, who are attracted to the world-famous Surfing Reserve. Just up
from the resort’s main entrance is Laguna Lookout with its stunning sunsets and breathtaking views across the ocean to the Glasshouse Mountains.
“There’s a lot to love about a red-hot investment opportunity in the Sands apartment complex, which is also close to Stephanie’s Ocean Spa, and award-winning Views restaurant helmed by celebrity chef
Matt Golinski.”
Facts & Features:
· Penthouse Apartment Area: 136m2
· Terrace: 12.2m x 2.7m; northward undercover
· About: Sands’ building one of 4 apartments on top level; lift; high ceilings; floor-to-ceiling glass sliders; ocean views; exclusive use of nearby elevated Brooke’s pool (Resort’s 3rd) w ocean views –behind Beach Villas; high-end finishes;
tiled living spaces/carpeted bedrooms w TVs; master bedroom w custom leather bedhead, ensuite incl spa bath + walk-in robe; twin bedroom w built-in robe; sep bathroom; study space + powder room + laundry w washing machine & dryer; ducted aircon/fans; 2 car spaces 1st level
· Kitchen: C-shaped 2-pac white stone topped timber cabinetry/breakfast bar; pantry; Zip hydro tap; Miele integrated dishwasher, 5-burner gas cooktop, wall oven + convection microwave; dble door icemaker fridge
· Inventory: fully inclusive incl collection of limited-edition prints by renowned Australian photographer Peter Lik
· Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas: architect John Mainwaring; 5-star eco-conscious sustainability resort w solar energy &
rainwater irrigation; facilities incl buggy service to and from Hastings Street; award-winning Views restaurant helmed by celebrity chef Matt Golinski; Stephanie’s Ocean Spa; heated lagoon pool; 25m lap pool in ridge of Noosa National Park; gymnasium/steam room; one of the region’s largest conference centres incl theatrette, private boardrooms, pre-function terrace & conference facility; 24-hr front desk
· Location Pepper Noosa Resort: 5-min walk from Hastings Street; 9 mins by foot from Noosa Main Beach; 6.3km from Lake Weyba; 15.9km from Coolum Beach; 90-min drive, 150km north of Brisbane International Airport; 30-min drive from Sunshine Coast domestic airport 45km south ●
Address: 7503/5 Morwong Drive, NOOSA HEADS Description: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: On application Inspect: By appointment
Contact: Chris Miller 0412 894 542, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE
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ONE of just four generous villas in a serene and secure enclave, this home blends convenience, comfort, and style effortlessly. Upstairs are three airconditioned bedrooms, two of which open onto the balcony, as well as two wellappointed bathrooms complemented by an additional WC downstairs near the laundry.
Step into the capacious open-plan layout that seamlessly merges the living, dining, and kitchen areas, extending gracefully to a sunlit garden courtyard. A generously sized covered deck at the rear provides an extra outdoor entertaining area and place to relax during all seasons.
With a lockup garage offering direct courtyard access, convenience and security are paramount. Located in a peaceful cul-de-sac just 700 meters from Gympie Terrace, Noosa River, and the Noosa Village Shopping Centre, this home embodies quiet sophistication and accessibility.
Whether it’s a downsized haven, a low-maintenance lifestyle property, or a long-term investment, this residence offers an unparalleled opportunity. Embrace the tranquil allure and seamless convenience of this fantastic villa. ●
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3/5 Stillwater Place, NOOSAVILLE Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: Offers Over $1,200,000 Inspect: Saturday, 10:00am – 10:30am
Scott Cowley 0414 544 420 and Kelsie Melville 0424 904 301, NOOSA ESTATE AGENTS
Quietly located in Noosa Heads, this spacious four-bedroom home offers family comfort. Close to Noosa Junction shopping, it ensures privacy and security with a fenced boundary and remote gated access. Inside, an open-plan living area overlooks the pool, whilst the second living space combines with dining and a stylish kitchen. The master bedroom features an en-suite and walk-in robe, and three guest rooms share a modern bathroom. Enjoy close proximity to all of Noosa's famous attractions from this fantastic home.
KELSIE MELVILLE 0424 904 301 Price Guide $1,600,000 25 STORMBIRD DRIVE, NOOSA HEADS
INSPECT SATURDAY AT 11:00 - 11:30 AM
SCOTT COWLEY 0414 544 420
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2.00pm -2.30pm 14/528David LowWay 321 $1,495,000 Century21ConollyHayGroup0410512 364
12.00pm -12.30pm 14/528David LowWay 321 $1,495,000
12.00pm -12.30pm 13/1770-1774David LowWy2 21 PriceGuide$1,150,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0428329291 Cooroibah Saturday11thMay
10.00am -10.30am20AAmarooPlace 533 $2,150,000 Laguna RealEstate0411328488
10.00am -10.30am 178DukeRd3 27 DoonanCoastalNoosa0411737 767
3.30pm -4.00pm5/9Bottlebrush Avenue 322 ContactAgentCentury21ConollyHayGroup0410512 364 3.30pm -4.00pm 9Bottlebrush Avenue 221 ContactAgentCentury21ConollyHayGroup0410512 364
4.30pm -5.00pm 10 HoneysuckleLane 432 $2,895,000 Century21ConollyHayGroup0410512 364 Friday10thMay
4.00pm -4.30pm1/25AllambiRs2 21 Auction
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9.00am -9.30am 9&10/12HastingsSt 332 Auction
10.00am -10.30am 7WhiteBeechRd4 32 $3,100,000
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11.00am -11.30am551/61NoosaSpringsDr 432 $2,500,000
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11.00am -11.30am25StormbirdDrive 422 PriceGuide$1,600,000NoosaEstateAgents3854 1881
11.00am -11.30am 10104/5MorwongDr 432 $5,350,000
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12.00pm -12.30pm 4CurrawongStreet 432 BuyerInterest$2,900,000NoosaEstateAgents3854 1881 12.00pm -12.30pm 12 AllambiTerrace 322 ExpressionsofInterestLaguna RealEstate0428711163
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11.00am -11.30am739/61NoosaSpringsDr 443 $7,450,000TomOffermann RealEstate0413889 130 1.30pm -2.00pm 108/61NoosaSpringsDr 322 $1,665,000TomOffermann RealEstate0418714 653
Saturday11thMay
10.00am -10.30am3/5StillwaterPlace 321 Offers Over$1,200,000NoosaEstateAgents3854 1881 10.00am -10.30am 118/24LakeWeybaDrive2 11 O/O$690,000ConsideredLaguna RealEstate0434236 110 11.00am -11.30am1/6KetchPlace 322 BuyerInterest$1,600,000NoosaEstateAgents3854 1881 1.00pm -1.30pm 15 Iluka Link 422 $2,600,000TomOffermann RealEstate0423972034 1.30pm -2.00pm 15 WyunaDr 442 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0437447804 2.00pm -2.30pm2/9LakeWeybaDr 322 $1,590,000TomOffermann RealEstate0410603519
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DESIGNED by acclaimed architect Gabriel Poole, this lovingly renovated 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is privately situated on a quiet, leafy no through road and boasts beautifully landscaped level gardens with rainforest framed ocean views across the Noosa Valley.
Thoughtfully finished with quality fittings and fixtures, boasting a modern open plan layout and light filled glass hallway overlooking a luxurious in ground magnesium pool with glass edged heated spa. This home embraces the joys of indoor and outdoor living with a seamless transition from living areas to alfresco dining, built in BBQ and poolside entertaining.
The current layout allows for some separation, with 3 bedrooms upstairs, master with luxurious bathtub and private views over the valley while downstairs enjoys dual external access to two large bedrooms and a study.
Situated on a peaceful 1.4 acres and conveniently located just 15 mins from
Noosa and 10 mins from Cooroy, this home is a must see and is open for inspections from 1pm-2pm this coming Saturday 11 May.
The Auction will be conducted on-site at 2pm on Saturday June 1, unless sold prior. ●
Address: 9 Hinterland Close, TINBEERWAH Description: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Inspect: Saturday 11 May, 1pm-2pm Auction: On site Saturday 1 June, 2pm
Contact: Heidi Woodman 0419 818 418, DAVID BERNS REAL ESTATE
• Privately situated on an elevated 1.4 acres
• Rainforest framed ocean views across Noosa Valley
• Designed by acclaimed architect, Gabriel Poole
• Fully renovated, light filled rooms
• Luxurious magnesium pool with glass edged heated spa
• Beautifully landscaped terraced gardens & BBQ area
• 6.6kw Solar Power & Artesian Bore
• Just 15 mins to Noosa
STEP into your own private oasis with this single level home boasting an immediate “wow” factor from the moment you step through the front gate. Nestled behind a high rendered fence on a generous 723m2 allotment, privacy is paramount as you explore the tranquil surroundings.
As you stroll along the path past the inviting sparkling pool, basking in the northern sunlight, you’ll find yourself in the perfect setting for outdoor entertainment. An expansive paved dining area beckons, complemented by a lush lawn area ideal for children or pets to frolic.
But the true marvel unfolds as you step through the front door, greeted by sweeping views of picturesque parklands stretching out beyond the rear of the home, offering a serene backdrop devoid of neighbouring houses. Whether relaxing in the shade of the rear outdoor entertaining area or simply gazing out from any window, the abundance of nature is a constant companion.
Inside, discover a meticulously presented interior featuring four spacious bedrooms, including a secluded master retreat complete with a modern ensuite and direct access to the rear entertaining space. The large living room boasts elegant timber
flooring, while a versatile multi-purpose room offers flexibility and opens onto the front gardens and pool area.
The kitchen as the heart of the home, dazzles with stone benchtops, high end appliances, and a captivating park view from the window above the sink. Ample storage options abound, including a fully fitted pantry with sliding drawers.
For added convenience, the property is fully fenced, has a large double garage, shed for pool equipment and toys, and rear garden shed to provide secure storage solutions. There’s airconditioning and ceiling fans for comfort, plus solar panels, a solar hot water service, and a water tank in place, so you can enjoy the benefits of reduced power bills and energy efficiency.
Appealing to a wide range of buyers, from those seeking a turnkey home to investors eyeing a lucrative opportunity, this property promises a lifestyle of luxury, comfort, and convenience. Whether you’re hosting guests, accommodating family, or simply unwinding in nature’s embrace, this is a place to call home. ●
Address: 15 Tinaroo Place, TEWANTIN Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: Offers Over $1,175,000 Considered Inspect: By appointment
Contact: Chris Forde 0411 328 488, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE
PERFECT for the family and ideal for entertaining.
This impressive 5 bedroom executive style home on an oversized 744 m2 block has been built with quality in mind. The large floorplan provides a spacious home for an appealing lifestyle.
Enter through a fabulous welcoming entry foyer with high ceilings and a profusion of glass allowing for maximum illumination.
Extensive open plan living areas make up the largest zone in the home with a combination of a casual dining room, substantial kitchen along with a living room which flows out seamlessly to the alfresco entertainment area, resort style pool, wet bar and separate powder room.
The marvellous gourmet kitchen sits centre stage with Caesarstone benchtops, a large gas cooktop, oven, dishwasher and a butler’s pantry.
There is a further family/media room and study nook which is positioned adjacent to the guest bedrooms and main bathroom, ideal for when the family come to visit or to provide separation from the kids.
The 5 bedrooms are all a generous size with the master bedroom located at the rear
of the home with its king-sized ensuite and full length walk-in robe.
There is ample room beside the garage that will cater for the caravan, campervan or boat, saving on unnecessary storage costs.
This striking modern home would be ideal for families, retirees or people who like to entertain in spacious surroundings.
Look no further for this home has it all.
Low maintenance and with the emphasis on
Address: 7 Oakleaf Close, TEWANTIN Description: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 garage
Contact: Chris Forde 0411 328 488, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE
privacy and prime location tucked away in a peaceful leafy cul-de-sac in the prestigious part of Old Tewantin.
Features at a glance:
· 5 bedrooms
· 2 bathrooms and an external powder room
· Open plan living areas
· Alfresco dining area, resort style pool and wet bar
· Room for a campervan or boat
You’ll be only minutes away from Tewantin Village with shops, cafes, medical and supermarkets. Close to schools. Twenty minutes to Main Beach and Hastings Street, and the beautiful riverside at Gympie Terrace in between.
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•Premierriversidelocationonly250metresfrom Gympie Terrace
•Enjoy thebeautifulNoosaRiverwithfreeBBQs; kayakorboathire
•You’llbedazzled by thearray of wonderful restaurantsand cafes
•Onlyeight townhousesintheneatlymaintained boutique complex
•The apartmentislight filledand freshlypaintedwithnew carpets
•Relax inthespacious,fully fenced,north facingprivatecourtyard
•Lockupgarage,internalaccess;securityscreens; downstairsWC
•Ideal forpermanent living, “lockand leave”or atenantedinvestment
Anne Powell 0419332973
anne@lagunarealestate.com.au
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