Noosa Today - 28th June 2024

Smooth sailing

Entrada Travel Group will begin operating Council’s Noosa North Shore ferry from midJuly with new payment options and greater carrying capacity to reduce queueing.

The company has built two new ferries to service the river crossing – a 27-vehicle ferry and a 12-vehicle ferry.

Noosa Council’s acting chief executive officer Larry Sengstock said the 27-vehicle ferry alone would substantially improve the current carrying capacity.

“This will help ease the queuing of vehicles waiting to cross the river at peak times, reducing wait times and traffic congestion in surrounding streets,” Mr Sengstock said.

Entrada Travel Group has a strong track record in ferry operations, running two vehicle ferries and a passenger ferry in New Zealand, plus the Daintree River vehicle ferry for Douglas Shire Council in Queensland.

“We are honoured to have been awarded the contract to operate the Noosa North Shore Ferries and make it part of our family of ferry services,” said Genevieve Wardleworth, Chief Operating Officer Queensland at EntradaTravel Group.

“It has been exciting to begin working alongside the council to implement electronic ticketing and the launch of the two new vessels.”

Councillors awarded the company a 20year contract for the management of the ferry in October 2022.

Existing Operator, Noosa North Shore Ferries, has provided the service since 1999.

Mr Sengstock thanked the outgoing operator for many years of reliable service.

“Noosa North Shore Ferries has provided our community with more than 20 years of ser-

vice and, in particular, we wish operator, Cliff Andreassen, all the best for his retirement.”

Mr Sengstock said there may be some service impacts during a two-week changeover period in July.

“We appreciate the community’s patience while we transition the service over to the new operator and they bring the new vehicle ferries online.”

Tugboats will tow the new ferries up from Brisbane to Laguna Bay in the coming weeks and smaller pilot boats will then take them up the river to temporary moorings.

Entrada will offer cashless payments –which the community has been calling for - as well as online ticketing options via their website.

Mr Sengstock said fares won’t change for Teewah and Noosa North Shore residents.

“But a modest increase for all other users in the new financial year – subject to council’s budget deliberations - will ensure ratepayers aren’t subsidising the new and improved ferry service.”

Pet parade delights

Arcare Noosa’s Pet Parade returned on Tuesday to the delight of the centre’s 91 residents and everyone else.

For the third year running pups in all shapes and sizes, aged from seven months to 17 years were brought in by friends, family and staff and happily took centre stage to

bring a smile to everyone’s face.

Dogs are welcome visitors at Arcare for the joy they bring and the annual Pet Parade is a much-anticipated event on the aged care centre calendar for residents who prepared dog-friendly treats for their special guests.

New ferries will begin operating in Noosa midJuly.

Arcare Noosa resident Yvonne O’Shea with Otto. Picture: ROB MACCOLL

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Belly full of history

By Phil Jarratt

When Margie Wegener heads off to chilly Cornwall in September to represent Australia (and Noosa, of course) at the World Bellyboard Championships at Great Western Beach in Newquay, apart from enjoying all the fun of this historic and eccentric event, she means to bring home the trophy.

What are her chances?

Well, apart from the fact that few non-Poms have ever won theWBC in the 20 years since its inception, the Wegeners have form, with son Finley, very much under-aged and undersized in the Under 18 Juniors division, taking out the world title in 2009.

“If Fin can do it, I can do it,” Margie laughed this week.

“He didn’t even train for it, whereas I’m down at Castaways every day, without a wetsuit, getting acclimatised for the cool Cornish summer.”

Although the Newquay event was in its infancy when the Wegener family last attended, it had been inspired by a century-old tradition of summer sliding along the Cornish and Devon coasts, and renowned surfboard artisan Tom Wegener, now a Noosa councillor, had long been fascinated by surfing’s prone wood board roots around the world, so the World Bellyboard Championships was a revelation in many ways.

Says Margie: “It was so different to any surf comp we’d ever been to. It had a real community vibe about it. Because it can be quite cold, people tend to put a few layers on for the beach, but they also dress up a bit in the style of the sport’s pioneers a century ago, wearing three-piece suits and so on.

“They had a beer sponsor in 2009, so there was a keg on the beach under this big old army tent with wooden tables groaning with sandwiches. They had a ladies’ cake competition

and they’d bring them down to the beach, and also flasks of hot tea because you’re not allowed to wear a wetsuit.

“You can wear woollens like they did back in the day, but the competitors come out of the water freezing, and there’s nothing better than a hot cuppa.”

While the wood belly board can be traced

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back to Hawaii and Polynesia (where they were known as paipos) in the 18th century, by the start of the 20th century their use had spread to many other parts of the world, including Australia, where imported South Sea Islander labourers would fashion them from fallen trees and ride them in the surf.

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Change isn’t always easy or desired. It’s changes to the much-used and much-loved Noosa River foreshore which is causing plenty of comment on social media as Noosa Council conducts community consultation on its proposed changes set out in its draft Noosaville Foreshore Infrastructure Master Plan.

“Our existing infrastructure along the foreshore is ageing and the facilities need upgrading and infrastructure planning will need to consider the community’s diverse needs and growth, cultural heritage, plus climate change impacts such as increased heatwaves, river flooding, sea level rise and storm tide inundation,“ Council says.

“Leave it alone“, “definitely don’t take away the car parking or tennis court“ are among comments of social media.

Some say it’s a favourite destination for seniors, people with disabilities as well as people with surf skis and the removal of car parks will make access difficult.

Others say the facilities need upgrading.

People obviously love the area. On any weekend or week day it’s filled with people walking dogs, having picnics or sitting by the river.

Will people like it just as much, or even more, if Council implement proposed changes?

Socrates said: “The secret of change is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new“.

- Margaret Maccoll

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But the British Empire also played a role in sharing the stoke around its many outposts.

As TomWegener noted in his 2016 PhD thesis and book Surfboard Artisans: “The wood bodyboard was enormously popular in Cornwall and Devon for the first half of the 20th century. Many hardcore surfers would pack up the family and head to the beach for the summer to get as many waves as they could.

“Oral tradition has it that the boards started out literally as coffin lids that stoked surfers would wade out into the surf and ride in on their bellies.”

Margie sees the proof of that even today: “I was surfing my Cornish-style Original at Castaways the other day when I was stopped by a 75-year-old woman who was gobsmacked because she hadn’t seen one like that since she was in Sri Lanka as a little girl!”

By the roaring ‘20s, British bellyboarding was a big deal, with a Newquay travel guide for 1921 showing the happy throng shivering shoreward, and the bellyboard culture sur-

vived even beyond the introduction of the Malibu stand-up surfboard by Australian lifeguards in the 1960s.

The story of how the World Bellyboard Championships came to be typifies the resilient spirit of British surfing, as writer Luke Gartside notes on the WBC website: “It starts with a group of unassuming holidaymakers who would meet up every year on the same week in September and go bellyboarding at Chapel Porth beach. They hailed from all corners of the country, but each shared a deep fondness for riding waves, fostered over many decades of trips to the Cornish seaside.

“Among them was Arthur Traveller, a London-based mechanic, who would travel down each year with his elderly mother. Every day at the crack of dawn, no matter the weather or sea conditions, the group would head for the beach.”

Sadly, when the friends began to plan their 2003 bellyboard blitz, they discovered that Arthur had passed away after a heart attack.They decided to honour him with a small memorial

contest at Chapel Porth. It was well attended and well reported, and the next year someone had the bright idea of calling it the world championships.

In 2004 it blew up!

By the time the Wegeners arrived for the sixth running, the WBC had been featured on Sky Sports and was attracting so many competitors and spectators that the organisers had to start thinking about moving to a bigger beach, but its folksy roots were still very much alive, as Margie recalls: “We met a lady named Sally Parkin, who kindly invited us to stay at her family home at the beach. We quickly became best friends and learned that she was one of the people behind the resurgence of wood bellyboards. She was putting her efforts into getting the support of the National Trust, to have them put some of their money and energy into the history of it.

As Tom later wrote in Surfboard Artisans: “In 2007 Sally Parkin attended the event for the first time and it was life-changing. She found that there were many others who enjoyed the

wood belly boards just like she had since she started riding them on summer holidays at the age of five. There were racks of old boards on the beach and various competitions including best art [on a board] and best vintage bathing suit and she was thrilled to discover that a company in North Devon that still made the plywood boards she had grown up with.”

After the 2007 WBC Sally sought out the elderly owner, Dick Pearce, who explained that he’d sold his boards all along the coast into the ‘70s, but “no one wants them anymore”. Sally, whose professional background was in advertising and marketing, believed she could bring them back in a way that would be appealing to all age groups. Thus was born The Original Surfboard Company.

When Margie Wegener hits the cold water of Cornwall in September with her friend Sally by her side, both of them shivering in polka dot period one-pieces and bathing caps, they’ll have a favourite Original proudly tucked under their arms, ready to push off the sandbank into the first wave that presents itself, ahead of a nice hot cuppa and a piece of cake.

Margie with her contest quiver of Originals and a Wegener Surfie.

Qantas tries to entice UK bellyboarders.

Cover of a 1921 tourist guide to Newquay, Cornwall, showing the popularity of bellyboarding.

Competitors at a recent world championships event in Cornwall.Margie shows her full immersion technique.

Margie Wegener (right) with Sally Parkin, dressed up ‘50s-style and ready to slide. Picture: SUPPLIED

Truck issues driving home

By Margie Maccoll

Two years ago Noosa Hinterland residents filled the Planning and Environment Court in Maroochydore for the final hearing of Noosa Council v Cordwell Resources, a case filed by council against the Kin Kin Quarry operator and presented to His Honour Judge Long who has reserved handing down his judgement for a date to be advised.

The case as set out in court by Council’s barrister Mitchel Batty was filed by council for the relief for the community from haulage trucks, in five areas.

The five areas relate to allegations of the quarry’s non-compliance of its Quarry Management Plan (QMP) in failing to avoid truck convoying, covering of loads, operating hours and use of quarry trucks during school bus hours, and the allegation the impact of the quarry’s intensification of work constitutes a material change of use.

Counsel for Cordwell Resources, QC Errol Morzone, told the court his client strongly objected to the allegations, saying the Kin Kin Quarry had continued to operate within its approved authority. He described the QMP as a practical guide within which Cordwells had operated generally in accordance.

pavement while also remaining on their own side of the centre dividing line, with a total of 19 curves on this winding section of road failing to provide this capacity.” (2022 TMR Kin Kin Road engineering review).

A Noosa Council spokesperson said Council continues to eagerly await the decision in the Planning and Environment Court relating to its case against Kin Kin Quarry operator Cordwell Resources.

Acting CEO Larry Sengstock said council has and continues to do what it can to ensure Cordwell Resources is operating within its approval and Quarry Management Plan.

Mr Cooke said up to 288 quarry haulage trucks a day travelled along Kin Kin Pomona Road impacting the hinterland towns, its schools, businesses, parks and trails.

He called on Council to reconvene roundtable meetings to hear and respond to residents concerns and to actively monitor the QMP, he said was “the only document to protect us,” and issue infringements where appropriate.

“We would like a dedicated staff member to

Last week in a deputation at Noosa Council’s Ordinary meeting held at Pomona, Save Noosa Hinterland spokesperson Nick Cooke delivered a “call to action” to Council to address the continuing issue of heavy vehicle haulage relating to the Kin Kin Quarry and its impact on the community.

regulate the quarry, attend every blast, capture breaches of the QMP, take the burden off us, and ensure someone is there, just like STAs,” he said.

Mr Cooke also called on Council to advocate to the State Government on the dangers of the haulage trucks on the hinterland roads citing a Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) review which investigated the ability of the Pomona Kin Kin Road to accommodate the 19m plus trucks.

The 2022 report states“due to the tight curving alignment, a higher percentage of curves on the Kin Kin Range section fail in terms of heavy vehicles being able to stay on the sealed

“Council has taken the unprecedented step of taking legal action and allocated significant funds, resources and staff time to fighting this matter alongside the dedicated, passionate hinterland community,” he said.

“We continue to monitor operations and understand the community’s frustration.”

Council updated the community stakeholders at a roundtable in February this year and further meetings will be convened with those parties, once the court decision is handed down.

“We respect the legal process and remain hopeful a decision is imminent, but I can reassure the community that this is an important matter to all staff and councillors,” Mr Sengstock said.

Residents quiz council on river plan finer details

The Noosa River was the topic of several questions submitted by residents to Noosa Council which were answered by Strategy and Environment director Kim Rawlings at Council’s Ordinary meeting held last week at Pomona Memorial School of Arts Hall.

Among them was one from Craig Vella who asked where the concept of a conservation park over the Noosa River had originated.

The idea of a conservation park as a management model to consider was first suggested by Noosa Parks Association, Ms Rawlings said.

“One of the complexities of managing the Noosa River system and catchment is that it is governed by a range of agencies, each with different responsibilities and legislative, regulatory, planning and community roles. For catchment management to be effective there needs to be a concerted and coordinated approach across all agencies and stakeholders.

“For the past 20 years council has explored a range of mechanisms to achieve integrated management and collaborative arrangements for the Noosa River Catchment.

“Most river catchments and many other local governments grapple with this and there are a range of models that exist. Council has explored many of these and various ideas have come from various sources both within Council and from our community,“ she said.

“Council officers did some initial investigation, noting like other models previously explored (the idea of a conservation park) was worthy of further consideration, officers therefore recommended it be included for investigation and consideration in the River Plan“.

In another question, Andrew McCarthy wanted to know if Noosa Council would remove all references to vessel restrictions from the draft Noosa River Catchment Man-

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agement Plan and all other council plans and documentation that exist both now and in the future after MSQ general manager Kell Dillon, in an article in Noosa Today, said “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“.

“Management of the Noosa River in-

volves a number of stakeholders working collaboratively to address complex issues that surround the environmental, cultural, commercial and recreational elements of the river,“ Ms Rawlings responded.

“The river is a dynamic system where actions and impacts need to be considered in an interrelated manner, rather than in isolation. Examples of this include riparian vegetation impact and bank erosion caused by excessive boat wash, downstream public health issues from illegal waste discharge and altered flood regimes from increased system siltation from the upper catchment.

“Catchment Management requires collaboration and working together to manage interrelated issues. There are multiple agencies with varying responsibilities across the river, many of which have interrelationships with others both in terms of planning, regulation and management. Noosa Council will continue to have an advocacy, partnering and collaborative role with all key stakeholders to ensure the strategic goals of council and the community as articulated in key strategies are considered by stakeholders and various agencies when making decisions and reviewing current activities.

“Council will continue to work closely with and have an advocacy role with MSQ to ensure there is safe and equitable access for all users of the river, whilst ensuring the environmental values of the river and catchment are maintained.“

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Questions to council focused on the Noosa River.

Car park loss questioned

The draft Noosaville Foreshore Master Plan which is open for community consultation until 7 July includes a parking strategy that proposes the conversion of some existing parking spaces to open space.

The plan which notes a reduction in car parking spaces from 404 to 301 identifies as alternatives “existing parking“ in Robert Street Road Reserve, “central parking“ in Mary and Gibson streets and “new parking opportunities“ in Wallace Drive car park and Eumundi Road Reserves 01 and 02.

At Council’s Ordinary Meeting last week 81-year-old Shirley Nocente, who has been a Noosa resident since 1969 and enjoys visits to the Noosa River waterfront weekly and at other times for picnics and barbecues with family, asked why council was “limiting residents’ access to the river by taking away over 100 riverside car parks“.

A response prepared by council stated:

“Council welcomes diverse views from the community as part of the consultation program for the draft plan to help set the optimal direction for this cherished foreshore and will certainly consider these views as part of its final deliberations.

“A key consideration is the opportunity to create more green space along the beautiful water edge for community enjoyment, which it can achieve through relocation of carparking spaces from the foreshore, to other nearby locations. “The Draft Master Plan proposed several locations to relocation of carparking spaces, but it is noted that drop off areas and disabled carparking spaces will need to be provided.

“In terms of the broader Noosa Council program about carparking management, council is committed to encouraging all residents and visitors to embrace public and active transport to reduce congestion as part of its endorsed Transportation Strategy, rather than trying to accommodate peak time carparking demand, which would be at the loss of open space and further exacerbate traffic congestion.

“Council is also committed to ensuring all our foreshores and public spaces are also as attractive as possible as part of our Noosa

character and experience which is coveted by residents and visitors.

Ms Nocente who lived opposite the Lions Park in Noosaville during the 1970s, asked why Noosa Council plans “to forever ruin the feel and soul of this special place, our beloved Noosaville foreshore, with its overly elaborate plans, including fake sand dunes that will take up valuable picnic areas and separate the grass and river bank spaces, making it impossible for parents to keep an eye of their kids?“.

“Doesn’t the council believe that our Noosaville foreshore is beautiful as it is and only requires the lightest touch?“ she asked.

In their response Council said all views would be considered as part of consultation and stated:

“A key challenge for the foreshore is in-

Driver killed after crashing into tree in Noosa Shire

A 73-year-old man has died after a car crashed into a tree in the Noosa Shire on Saturday 22 June.

Initial investigations indicate that around 5pm, a Suzuki Grand Vitara was travelling along Louis Bazzo Drive at Ringtail Creek when it has crossed to the wrong side, then left the roadway, and hit a tree.

The driver of the vehicle, a 73-year-old Traveston man, was declared dead at the scene.

The passenger, a 46-year-old woman, was taken to Sunshine Coast University Hospital in a serious condition.

The Forensic Crash Unit are investigating the circumstances of the crash and appealing to anyone who may have seen the vehicle, witnessed the incident, or may have relevant dashcam/CCTV footage to come forward.

creasing erosion and tidal inundation arising from climate change.

“Early feedback from the community sought nature based solutions to enhance the parklands and the Draft plan proposes naturalised coastal protection barriers such as low sand mounds and living sea walls to help protect the public areas of the foreshore from erosion in the future, where as “do nothing” increases the risk of loss of this valuable community space. Council already undertakes sand nourishment along the foreshore to halt erosion and this is an extension of this program.

“The draft plan also proposes wide beaches, lookout points and improved graded entries to the beach areas to maximise access. Low planting is proposed on the low sand mounds to maintain visibility and provide re-

silience to the river’s edge. In terms of foreshore planning, it is noted that the current landscaping, pathways, beach shelters and seating walls, now so valued and accepted by the community, were established by council 25 years ago as part of an infrastructure planning process. It’s hard to imagine the foreshore now without these facilities.

“It is timely for council to plan for the future that help manage coastal and tidal issues, plan for more green space for community use, plan for new and replacement toilets, playgrounds and shelters, as well as locate wider paths that better manage the significant number of residents and visitors now using the foreshore.“

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A 73-year-old man has died after a car crashed into a tree in the Noosa Shire.

More open space, fewer car parks in Noosaville foreshore draft plan.

Councils to collaborate

By Erle Levey

Collaboration was the name of the game when the four mayors from Noosa, Gympie, Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay met for a soldout business lunch.

The Building A Brighter Future lunch, held at Brightwater and organised by the Sunshine Coast Business Council (SCBC), provided a crucial opportunity to hear the vision and strategies of the local government leaders.

With the recent appointment of two new mayors and the continuation of Moreton Bay and Gympie’s leadership, it was important to see how they planned to continue down the path of economic growth and sustainability.

It was also a chance to address productivity within local government, housing affordability and attract business investment in the face of evolving demands.

Director of Lucid Economics, Michael Campbell, moderated a panel discussion with the four mayors as they shared their vision, aspirations, and plans for their region and communities.

Newly-elected mayors Frank Wilkie, Noosa, and Rosanna Natoli, Sunshine Coast Council, joined with incumbents Peter Flannery, Moreton Bay, and Glen Hartwig, Gympie.

SCBC chair Sandy Zubrinich said the lunch was instrumental in bringing together regional leaders and business representatives for candid discussions about the current economic landscape and strategies for success.

“Michael Campbell’s initial statement on the global, national and Queensland economies offered a solid foundation for understanding the potential short to medium-term impacts on our regional economies.“

Noosa mayor Frank Wilkie and Gympie’s Glen Hartwig both highlighted the spirit of collaboration that was evident between the four councils.

“The willingness or need to collaborate has never been stronger,’’ Cr Wilkie said. “Especially when you consider the things we have in common such as three contiguous biospheres side-by-side - Sunshine Coast, Noosa and Great Sandy.

“When you look at the region from the air, you realise we have done well to restrain development to a relatively small proportion of the greater land mass.

“The biosphere designation is recognition that the community has done well in preserving the environment while continuing on cultural, social and economic development.’’

That’s been seen with the number of architect, building and landscape awards that have made it to state and national level.

It highlights the fact that Noosa people are interested in the environment.

The beaches, the rivers, the hinterland … there’s a different focus in Noosa compared to many other places.

“Our natural assets are what attracts people to this whole area,’’ Cr Wilkie said.

“From the mountains to the sea - the beaches, the forests, the parks. They attract new residents, they attract new businesses, they attract visitors.

“You don’t have to go very far in any direction to find yourself in a beautiful area ... almost of wilderness in some respects.

“We have to acknowledge that natural assets are the key to our future prosperity and healthy lifestyle.

“In Noosa, for example, we’re leveraging environmental assets with clean, high-tech jobs and businesses ... that’s the way of the future.

“The greatest area of economic prosperity in Noosa has been in medical services - and not just medical professionals and technical services - that has outstripped construction in recent times.

“That’s about diversifying the economy, away from traditional areas of tourism and construction.

“What helps drive that has been the attraction of the area and the natural assets.

“There’s a great opportunity for all councils to collaborate. In dealing with our resources, I’m particularly talking about a different way in how we deal with waste

“That can be looking to the north with Gympie and general waste as a resource for energy production.

“In return, they are looking at giving us their green waste for high-end compost to be used in council operations on gardens and roadsides.

“We’re looking to the Sunshine Coast as we already send them our recyclables.

“The Noosa Resource Recovery Centre is already being used by northern residents of the Sunshine Coast.

“So there’s a lot of inter-regional collaboration going on. That’s the key to new economies, new opportunities.’’

While the Sunshine Coast will be a hub for the games, there will be spill-over to surrounding areas in the lead-up and after the Olympics.

“People will be coming here up until 2032 to find out about this place - not just the two weeks of the events,’’ Cr Wilkie said.

“We’re looking at that as an opportunity or a catalyst to get the things needed to make Noosa a more liveable community.

“It’s not just the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics, we’ve got a lot of work to do to upgrade our facilities to make them all-abilities accessible.

“We will be using the Olympics as a catalyst to leverage funding opportunities to improve our facilities and public spaces to make them all-abilities compliant.’’

Noosa already has a good record of making a more community-friendly environment, whether it be roundabouts to allow traffic flow, bikeways for road sense, or walkways along rivers and beaches, through parks and as part of the great walk from Noosa Heads to Caloundra.

“We’re working to fill the gaps in our walking and cycling network.

“We have free buses every weekend now as well as Christmas and Easter holidays. We’re looking to find alternative revenue streams to allow free buses all year round - the opportunity is there for businesses to be seen to be green. We’d be very open to that.

“Collaboration is the key to new economies and new opportunities.’’

A key point that was raised by Cr Hartwig

was for government to do more in the way of decentralisation in some regional areas, where assets such as water and sewage were underutilised.

“If we were to decentralise back to these systems, it would alleviate pressure from the larger governments and capital cities and be better utilised.“

Cr Hartwig believes Gympie will see larger growth in the foreseeable future.

“We are in an amazing position, an hour away from the Sunshine Coast Airport, an hour away from the beach, plenty of open spaces.

“We have huge industry opportunity for growth and to take the pressure off the South East corner.“

While it was not realistic to think the Olympic games would have a big impact on Gympie, Cr Hartwig said the area could provide the facilities needed for overseas teams in the leadup to the games and during it.

He said the region had a lot to offer in as far as natural attractions and the food-growing areas, while the central business district was attracting attention from investors and developers.

For Ms Zubrinich, the luncheon provided an opportunity for the mayors’ willingness to address the issues and share their insights.

“The mayors provided a detailed outlook on their local economies, focusing on both opportunities and challenges, with cost of living and the cost of doing business being significant concerns.“

“Housing and land supply were critical topics, with the Sunshine Coast, Noosa and Moreton Bay facing notable challenges, while Gympie presented opportunities for business expansion on available industrial land.“

Part of the vision for Noosa is the participation in the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The four mayors: Frank Wilkie (Noosa), Peter Flannery (Moreton Bay), Rosanna Natoli (Sunshine Coast), and Glen Hartwig (Gympie) at Brightwater.

Noosa Biosphere Reserve Foundation has this week launched its Life in a Living Lab campaign to engage residents and visitors in what happens in a

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Biosphere reserves are living, learning places, where science and innovation is applied in arealworldsettingtoexplorelocalsolutionsto global challenges.

NBRF program manager, Garry Hamilton says while Noosa was designated as the Noosa Biosphere Reserve in 2007, the status is generally not well understood.

“Significantly, our region now includes three adjoining biosphere reserves side-byside—with Sunshine Coast Biosphere Reserve to our south and Great Sandy Biosphere Reserve to our north. It’s important that we as residents, businesses, and those who visit here, consider our place and how we interact within a biosphere region,” said Mr Hamilton.

“Education is a strategic priority of the Foundation and a guiding principle of UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere Programme. We’re proud to be launching our first major education campaign to inspire locals to act as an owner of change when they are in our Shire,” he said.

Over the next six months, Life in a Living Lab will present Noosa’s unique way in which research and real life converge.

Through information sharing, personal stories of local people making a difference, current research, and practical ways people can have a positive impact, the NBRF will aim to bring awareness to how communities can thrive while living beside active conservation.

Emeritus Professor Ian Lowe is a recent addition to the NBRF Board and features throughout the campaign. He says biosphere reserves are special because they demonstrate and promote a balanced relationship between human societies and their natural environment.

“Biosphere reserves help communities to make good decisions about resource use and conservation by supporting the study and monitoring of natural systems,” said Professor Lowe.

“The Kabi Kabi people managed these lands for tens of thousands of years, living within the sustainable limits of the natural systems. We also recognise the efforts of generations of more recent arrivals and successive Noosa councils, who have fought to maintain the integrity of our natural systems.

“The landmark 1997 Noosa Shire Strategic Plan intends to ensure that human development does not adversely affect the natural systems which support our lifestyle.

“When research happens in real environments, the solutions are able to better address challenges. Progress happens,” he said.

Mr Hamilton says that as a community, the Noosa Biosphere region is leading innovation to tackle challenges and find solutions for the future.

“At the NBRF, we are proud to enable and support groundbreaking conservation research and sustainable practices,” he said.

“Forexample,thankstoinnovativetechnologies we are learning more about our Glossy Black-Cockatoos and koala populations.

We’re also studying the behaviour of bull sharks and educating community around safe water usage so we can inform deci-

sions around shark bite mitigation in a way that is safe for both marine species and people.

“From restoring one of the greatest lost ecosystems in the world—the oyster reef—to supporting regenerative agricultural practices, there is a hive of work in our backyard to sustain and enhance the natural systems that sustain our way of life.

“In this campaign, we’re asking residents and visitors to consider the reasons why they love Noosa—they’re likely the same reasons we should protect Noosa.”

Find out more and how you can get involved, at noosabiosphere.org.au/living-laboratory

Noosa resident Jolie May and Professor Ian Lowe feature in the Noosa Biosphere Life in a Living Lab campaign.

Training centre excellence

By Margie Maccoll

Surf Life Saving Australia president John Baker travelled from Adelaide last Friday for the official opening of Noosa Heads Training Centre of Excellence in Noosaville, congratulating the club on its innovation and alignment with the mission of the surf life saving federation.

“As we work toward our mission of zero water deaths in Australia it’s facilities like this that offer training that are so vitally important,“ he said.

“This centre will also drive engagement with fellow emergency services and local council and their disaster management teams and provide efficient and effective and accessible training to the community and local business.

“As a federation our success depends on our frontline volunteers.“

With more than 60,000 volunteer lifesavers and highly skilled crews including helicopter rescue, marine search and rescue and 24/7 emergency response more and more their members are being called on in times of emergencies, not just those on the beach, Mr Baker said.

“During the height of the 2022 floods across country we had over 1000 lifesavers doing frontline service and response, search and rescue, flood relief, manning flood centres,“ he said.

“We also deliver safety and water safety education programs across the country. It’s important to understand what we do is about serving the community.“

In front of representatives from emergency services and Noosa Council Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club president Ross Fisher said the club was immensely proud of the new facility which was the culmination of a six-year project and built to meet the strategic goals of the NHSLSC Strategic Plan 2020-25.

“Following the purchase of the property in

early 2020, a review was undertaken by a Club Working Group to assess the options and opportunities for the Board to consider,“ he said.

“In 2022 a suitable design including the mezzanine floor, lift and modern internal fit out, was created and submitted to the Noosa Shire Council and approved mid-2023.

“The new facility will serve as a hub for club training events, enhancing the skills and preparedness of our members and to serve our community. It will also be a venue for club meetings, fostering stronger community ties and collaboration.

“Additionally, the centre has the opportunity to play a crucial role in supporting the local community in disaster management efforts,

providing a well-equipped space for coordination and response during emergencies.

“This facility stands as a testament to our commitment to excellence, community service, and the enduring spirit of our club. As we prepare to celebrate our centenary in 2028, the Training Centre will not only enhance the skills and readiness of our lifesavers but also strengthen our bonds within the community and support local emergency efforts.“

“Noosa is seen by many as world class destination and certainly the work of Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club does makes it a world class beach,“ Noosa Mayor Frank Wilkie said. CrWilkie said the new facility was testament to the club’s dedication to maintaining its professional standards as he acknowledged the work

of its project manager Byron

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Former NHSLS club president and life member Ron Lane stressed the importance of maintaining good lines of communication in saving lives.

“In a small community like this it’d be a good thing to once a year get together and get to know each other. I have found in emergencies there’s nothing like good communication to get it off the ground and get it running, particularly if you know who the people are giving the orders,“ he said.

“Communication in a small community is absolutely vital.“

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Mayor Frank Wilkie, NHSLSC president Ross Fisher, project manager Byron Mills, Surf Life Saving Australia president John Baker and Noosa MP Sandy Bolton.

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Love for the furry family

Meet the team at The NeighbourhoodVet – Tewantin, where furry neighbours become cherished family.

Owned by Dr Amber Christie and Brooke Goodwin, the local stewards of pet well-being go beyond the usual clinic experience.

“Step into our veterinary haven to see how the fusion of heart and expertise creates a special space for your pets,“ Amber said.

Amber has been a vet for almost 30 years, working around the globe using her veterinary career to enable her other passion of travel amongst other places, people and cultures.

When she returned from a 20-year stint in the UK, she thought her practice owning days were in the past and was planning to focus on family and new endeavours. Then she met Brooke. A younger version of herself, a super star nurse, with deep passion for the veterinary industry, to be better, to do better and to instil this enthusiasm in others in her team.

Over a glass (or two) of wine at a local pub, they began the first steps in creating what is now a beautifully designed, highly functional space, that invites new clients to come and be part of this community of well loved, well cared for pets and pet owners.

Imagine a place where the vet checks become meaningful conversations about your furry family member, and the waiting area transforms into a friendly hub for both our pets and pet parents.

“Our clinic is calm and stress free and our team will help make the veterinary experience

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“We’re not just your neighbours; we’re guardians of the health and happiness of your beloved companions. Join our family – we can’t wait to meet you!“

For more information visit tnvet.com.au or call (07) 5228 0007. Find them at 2/101 Poinciana Ave, Tewantin.

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Final week to shape the Noosaville foreshore

With a week left before the online survey closes, council urges residents to share their views on the draft Noosaville Foreshore Infrastructure Master Plan.

Once finalised, the plan will serve as a visionary blueprint for renewing the foreshore, ensuring it remains a vibrant and sustainable community hub.

The plan focuses on upgrading existing amenities and addressing ageing infrastructure, with significant improvements to parks, barbecue areas, shelters, pathways, and toilets. Retention of shade trees, enhanced landscaping and increased shading will create a greener and more inviting environment.

Noosa Council’s infrastructure services director ShaunWalsh emphasised the plan’s importance in maintaining the beauty, safety, efficiency, and resilience of the foreshore parklands.

“An Infrastructure Master Plan is essential to ensure our community’s infrastructure—including pathways, playgrounds,

furniture, shelters, carparks, and landscaping—is of good quality, safe, efficient, and resilient, and assists in seeking funding from state and federal government grant programs,“ he said.

A key issue for the community to consider is the proposed relocation of 100 carparking spaces to pave the way for more than 2000sqm of greenspace on the foreshore.

MrWalsh said delivering the plan will be a gradual process, guiding the foreshore’s development over 20-plus years.

“Implementing the plan’s features will require additional funding, further design studies, and approvals before any on-site construction can begin. Future site works will be carefully staged and coordinated with the community to ensure minimal disruption,” he said.

Residents have until 7 July to provide feedback on the draft Master Plan at yoursay.noosa.qld.gov.au

Noosa Council is excited to announce the Noosaville Foreshore Infrastructure Master Plan is almost complete.

This plan reflects the collective vision of over 400 community members and stakeholders, gathered during the first phase of consultation last year.

Now, we need your feedback to ensure we've got it right!

Visit Council’s website to read the summary of community input to date, review all precinct plans and have your say on the final draft before 7 July, 2024.

Help shape a sustainable and inclusive future for the Noosaville Foreshore.

The Neighbourhood Vet – Tewantin owners Dr Amber Christie and Brooke Goodwin.

Sunshine Beach students learn ways to reduce waste

With its thriving permaculture gardening program and flourishing composting initiative, Sunshine Beach State School is committed to preserving the natural environment.

This commitment is further underscored by its enthusiastic participation in the Recycling in Schools Program, an initiative championed by Noosa Council.

Recently, Noosa Council members visited the school’s year four classes to continue their mission of educating students about the benefits of recycling and to enhance the school’s already robust recycling program.

Sunshine Beach State School’s principal, Alison Welch said, “Our mission is to foster environmentally responsible citizens.“

“Collaborating with Noosa Council’s Recycling in Schools Program is a fantastic way to inspire our students to learn about the impact of rubbish on our local environment.“

“It also encourages them to play an active role in making our community more sustainable.“

A key highlight of the council’s visit was a waste audit of a tuckshop bin, conducted to identify opportunities for improved waste management within the school.

This hands-on activity allowed students to see firsthand the types of waste generated and to think critically about ways to reduce and manage this waste more effectively.

Following the council’s visit, year four students embarked on a guided tour and participated in an educational session at the Noosa Resource and Recovery Centre.

This experience was designed to deepen their understanding of sustainability and

waste management, aligning perfectly with their Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (HASS) curriculum.

The learners were treated to an informative session in the Education Shed before traveling around the landfill by bus, witnessing the tangible impact of waste and recycling efforts.

During the session, students engaged in several interactive activities, including a demonstration showing what happens to household waste and recycling, a detailed explanation of what can and cannot be recycle, discussions on simple ways to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill and an educational presentation about the effects of plastic on the ocean and the environment.

The visit was an eye-opener for many students, offering a vivid illustration of the consequences of improper waste disposal and the importance of recycling.

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Sunshine Beach State School students visiting the Noosa Resource and Recovery Centre.

Vet nurse Dora.

Tewantin bypass left out

Both LNP candidate for Noosa Clare Stewart and Independent Noosa MP Sandy Bolton have called attention to the Labor government’s failure to deliver promised funding for the crucial Tewantin bypass in the budget delivered this month.

“This project has been promised and talked about for more than 20 years,” Ms Stewart said.

“The Palaszczuk/Miles Labor Government has broken their promise to Noosa residents, and I intend to hold them to account.”

State budget papers reveal the government has cut $700,000 from the 2024/25 financial year that was promised to the project in last year’s budget, and delayed funding for vital planning works into the 26/27 and 27/28 financial years.

“In what is a big-spending budget, it appears that Noosa has been left to pay for Labor’s constant cost blow-outs and, as a consequence, the promise of funding from the Member for Noosa has been broken,” Stewart said.

“These broken promises, cuts and delays mean planning works won’t be completed until at least 2028.

“When funding for this project was announced by Labor in 2020, the then-Transport Minister, Mark Bailey, said the planning work was vital to determining costs for the entire project.

“If we are to sustainably manage future population growth and increased tourism visitation, we simply cannot afford vital projects like this to be stalled and delayed for another two years.

“As I speak with locals, the Tewantin Bypass is consistently raised as a key concern.

“In my term as Mayor of Noosa, council delivered the round-about as stage one of the Tewantin Bypass, and I know how important this project is to our community.

Last week as part of a summing up of the

state government budget, MsBolton focused attention on the omission of funding for stage two of the Tewantin Bypass by the Labor Government budget.

After the completion of the Tewantin Bypass stage one, stage two needed construction funding by the next budget to address the congestion, however, the detailed design funding required to make that happen is nowhere to be seen, she said.

“Regardless of the reasons for the delays that have led to this, whether on State’s or Noo-

sa Council’s end, we have reiterated that the Minister must fast-track and fund the requirements to get it back on track,” Ms Bolton said.

The Queensland Government committed $9.5 million to build a new roundabout at the Cooroy-Noosa Road and Beckmans Road intersection, Stage 1 of the Tewantin Bypass in 2020, which has since been completed.

In August 2022 at the near completion of the roundabout Ms Bolton praised the work, saying “as everyone is aware through the years of advocacy, this intersection was a well-docu-

mented accident hotspot”.

“I congratulate Noosa Council in managing the build, and the Queensland Government, Minister Bailey and Department of Transport and Main Roads for the funding and support.

“Now all efforts are on securing funding for the remaining stages, with the business case expected to be finalised before end of year.”

At the time Ms Stewart said work would focus on the northern side of Cooroy-Noosa Road and converting the old section of Beckmans Road into a service road access for nearby residents.

The Beckmans and Cooroy-Noosa roads roundabout nears completion in August 2022.

Leaders help raise $100k

By Abbey Cannan

Thirty-six business leaders have raised $104,000 by sleeping rough on the sand for theVinnies CEO Sleepout in Maroochydore on Thursday 20 June.

Bin Boss Noosa owner David Greenwood was awarded highest fundraising individual runner up on the Sunshine Coast.

David said, “When I was younger, my mum would help with food parcels for the homeless at church.“

“My sister and I would sit and chat to them all while my mum would hand out food and it sat with me until now where I can try and make a difference and help out.

“I used to be in the army so sleeping on the ground wasn’t too bad. It was a big eye opener to see what they go through but secretly deep down I wish it was raining and colder to show everybody what people on the streets go through. They’re not in warm comfortable situations.“

David plans on participating next year with the aim of beating his $8000 record.

“My goal was $5000 and I’ve got some amazing clients and family and friends that were able to help out,“ he said.

“I had a few jobs where I asked them to pay it forward rather than sending them an invoice and they were more than happy to.

“I’m not a CEO, I’m just a local business owner, so if there’s people out there that can make a difference and help out, then I would encourage them to do so.“

Across the state, 511 CEOs slept out with $1.88 million raised so far.

the street as rent prices increase while affordable and emergency housing options remain at capacity,” she said.

In 2022 Vinnies Queensland announced its ambition to build 500 homes in five years.

affordable homes, announced at the 2023 CEO Sleepout.

In the 2023-2024 financial year, Vinnies Queensland provided more than 103,000 nights of accommodation to Queenslanders in need.

“Here at Vinnies, we speak to locals every day who are sleeping in their cars or tents on

Vinnies Sunshine Coast president Beryl Rowan said the CEO Sleepout was crucial to raise funds and draw attention to the growing number of locals experiencing homelessness and housing stress, especially as the statewide rental and rising cost-of-living crisis continues to hit hard.

A number of major milestones have been reached to date, including a partnership with the State Government to build 147 social and

For more information, or to register for the 2025 Sleepout, visit ceosleepout.org.au

Sunshine Coast’s exceptional architecture honoured

The Australian Institute of Architects celebrated Queensland’s best architecture for 2024 at their annual State Awards ceremony on Friday night at Brisbane’s City Hall.

The State Awards jury, a collective of respected architects and design industry leaders from across Queensland, awarded more than 42 projects across 20 categories including public, residential, education, sustainable architecture and urban design.

On the Sunshine Coast, Moffat Beach House designed by KIRK received a State Award for Residential Architecture, and Corymbia, designed by Noosa based Tim Ditchfield Architects, received a State Commendation.

Children and families emerged as the real winners of the evening.

A standout theme of many of the successful projects were designs that were inclusive for a range of households - including young children and teenagers through to intergenerational families.

The Queensland Architecture Medallion, the highest honour of the evening, was awarded to Bradbury Park Playscape designed by Alcorn Middleton.

What makes us different?

The Playscape, located in Kedron on Brisbane’s northside, also won The FDG Stanley Award for Public Architecture, and The Karl Langer Award for Urban Design.

The Playscape provides opportunities for different modes of play with challenging high activity zones, social areas, and quiet hideaway spaces. The result is a playground that caters to young children, as well as teens – an age group often over-looked in the design of public spaces.

The jury described the project as a “delightful and democratic sculpture that invites visitors from afar, drawing them towards a myriad of enchanting spaces. By emphasising play for all ages and abilities, this project exemplifies the transformative power of architecture”.

Alcorn Middleton were commended by the jury for their exceptional merit in designing a public space that encourages community engagement across all levels. The jury stated “this project sets a new benchmark for public playgrounds, highlighting the significance of creativity and inclusivity in outdoor recreational spaces”.

Andrew Noonan Architect won The Harry

Marks Award for Sustainable Architecture for their design of 39S House.

The jury said that the project “transforms a traditional Workers Cottage to achieve the lowest whole-of-life carbon impact possible”.

Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Design, Mathematics (STEAM) facilities took a prominent position in the Educational Architecture category, showing a strong focus towards collaborative learning approaches between teachers and students.

The STEAM Precinct at Brisbane Grammar School, designed by Wilson Architects, was honoured withThe JenniferTaylor Award for Educational Architecture and received a Commendation for Interior Architecture.The jury noted, “by taking a holistic approach to multidisciplinary learning requirements, the architects have skillfully created evocative, adaptable, and dynamic learning spaces.“

Marjorie Dixon and Leah Gallagher of KIN Architects were awarded the Queensland Emerging Architect Prize. The founders of KIN Architects were recognised by the jury for their immense contribution to the profession. “With an emphasis on giving back to the profession and the future generations of

architects, both volunteer their time and expertise to countless initiatives.”

Ipswich Hospital Mental Health Acute Inpatient Services, designed by Hassell was praised by the jury for “upholding a new model of mental health care”.

The holistic design earned The GHM Addison Award for Interior Architecture and the State Award for Public Architecture from the jury, for “providing comfort in a calm setting, promoting recovery and normalising mental health care”.

UQ Brisbane City, designed by BVN with Architectus Conrad Gargett, received accolades across three categories: The Don Roderick Award for Heritage Architecture, the State Award for Educational Architecture, and a Commendation for Interior Architecture.

Internationally recognised as one of the most influential houses of the 20th century, C House by Donovan Hill rounded out the named awards with The Robin Gibson Award for Enduring Architecture. The jury noted that “the C House’s impact on architectural discourse and practice cannot be overstated”.

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Garden Expo’s 40th year

The Queensland Garden Expo, coming up on 4-7 July, is hatching a plethora of birthday surprises for its 40th anniversary, including the return of the popular Poultry Spectacular and with it, what is believed to be, Australia’s firstever rooster crowing competition.

With more than seven hectares of garden inspiration, 50,000 plants on sale each day and Australia’s largest gardening speaker program, Nambour Showgrounds has transformed into

a gardener’s paradise since it started in 1985 offering everyone, from new to experienced gardeners, the chance to gather ideas, learn new techniques and purchase from over 360 exhibitors.

Event manager Marion Beazley said the 40year celebrations included an expanded event program from three to four days and the introduction of the Expo’s inaugural crowing competition where entrants will deliver their best

rooster impression as voted by the crowd.

“Expo visitors will have the opportunity to let their inner rooster loose and vie for some fabulous prizes in, what we believe is, an Australian-first,” Ms Beazley said.

“Daily heats will take place at 1pm, leading up to the exciting grand finale to be held on Sunday.

“In addition to this fun new event, we’re thrilled to introduce daily Q&A sessions with several renowned poultry experts.

“These sessions will offer invaluable insights and advice on backyard chicken keeping, perfectly complementing our extensive gardening speaker program, the largest of its kind in Australia.

“The Expo’s 40th anniversary includes an expanded speaker program with 50 gardening experts delivering over 150 free lectures and demonstrations across six stages, headlined by crowd favourites such as Jerry Coleby-Williams, Costa Georgiadis, SophieThomson, Phil Dudman, Millie Ross and Claire Bickle.”

Chief steward of this year’s Poultry Spectacular Rob Leck said he was looking forward to sharing his passion for chickens and offering expert advice on backyard chickens to both seasoned poultry keepers and newcomers.

“We were overwhelmed with the level of interest we had in our poultry last year,” Mr Leck said.

“The Poultry Spectacular brings together poultry breeders from all corners of the country and features an extensive range of poultry standard classes, providing breeders with a comprehensive evaluation opportunity.

“At this year’s event, we’ll showcase a dazzling array of breeds, including a comparison

of Australian vs. American breeds, to demonstrate to visitors the utility breeds of poultry that are most adaptable to both backyard environments and show benches.

“There will be plenty of expert advice for aspiring chicken keepers from the Poultry Spectacular’s esteemed judges, who are also part of the Expo’s speaker program.

“Keeping chickens is also fantastic for teaching kids about responsibility, sustainability and where our food comes from.“

With free entry for children aged 15 and under, Ms Beazley said chickens aren’t the only exhibit at the Expo to keep the kids entertained.

“Throughout the event, our Kids Garden Patch offers an abundance of activities, including kids’ crafts and seed planting – all designed to engage and entertain the young garden enthusiasts,” Ms Beazley said.

“Costa Georgiadis will also be back as the Garden Gnome, at 1.30pm on the Terraces on Saturday and Sunday, where he will create a space for children and families to engage in a mix of mayhem, stories and nature-inspired activities.

“From nature inspired activities to exploring the secrets of the soil, those who come along will be guided by Costa on a journey of imagination and wonder – the kids will absolutely adore it.

“Families can also make their way to our complimentary kids’ playground, complete with a giant slide, a jumping pillow and a merry-go-round. This playground is consistently one of the highlights for our littlest visitors.”

To read the full Queensland Garden Expo program and purchase tickets online, visit qldgardenexpo.com.au

There will be plenty of expert advice for aspiring chicken keepers from the Poultry Spectacular’s esteemed judges, who are also part of the Expo’s speaker program.

Chief Steward of this year’s Poultry Spectacular Rob Leck is looking forward to sharing his passion for chickens.

Noosa Alive’s big line-up

Words and Music is another exclusive event curated for Noosa Alive, with Australian theatre royalty John Bell and Simon Tedeschi, an extraordinary pianist, who gives us a sneak peek into life “behind the curtain”.

Enjoying decades of celebrated performances between them, John and Simon take the audience on 25 July from 6pm into their confidence and share some wicked backstage stories from the Opera House to the Concert Hall, alongside some of their favourite pieces of poetry and music from recent years.

John Bell doesn’t stop there. He has been kind enough to give 15 lucky aspiring Queensland actors the opportunity to undertake a masterclass specially curated for Noosa Alive.

This opportunity is a once off and exclusively for selected applicants who went through a selection process and applied to be a part of the Masterclass.

Bendigo Bank Sunshine Coast continue their support for the Noosa Alive Festival sponsoring the entire beach program with Seaside Vibes two day music festival, The Taylor Swift Tribute Show and Twilight Classics.

What better way to support artistic talent than to spend a weekend under the Bendigo Bank Marquee on Noosa’s Main Beach.

Chris Masters, 26 July and Chris Hammer, 27 July conclude the literary program with breakfast Q and A’s at Noosa Springs.

These separate events are almost sold out and didn’t disappoint festival director Ian Mackellar when they launched.

“Literary is such an important part of our creative program at Noosa Alive,“ he said.

“Gathering and discussing local and global issues, creative processes and the craft of writing is important for our community to engage in.

“We are proud of our literary inclusion in

this year’s program.”

Meow Meow returns to Noosa with a show that is already selling fast.

Direct from her sold out Carnegie Hall NY Debut, international Caberet Diva Meow Meow is in town for one show only, 26 July.

Multi award winning Meow Meow took a call whilst in NY from festival director Ian Mackellar, who politely introduced his request and within the next breath Meow Meow replied, “I will be there Ian and I can’t wait to return.”

Meow Meow loves Noosa and the Festival loves Meow.

Join the fun with Murder Village, an interactive theatre performance where the audience decides ’whodunnit’.

Conveniently placed the two shows, 1pm and 3pm, a mum’s dream show before pickup or a stimulating lead into an early dinner after the show.

Restaurants and local businesses are always reaping benefits from the strategic Noosa Alive programming.

Comfortably showing at Sunny Coast Showdown joins the Festival again showcasing locally produced short films on Saturday 27 July at The J Theatre.

Bendigo Bank again supports another local project, in its third year the event has proven its worth, having produced 20 short films and documentaries.

Noosa Alive is proud to present the Italian Long Lunch at local’s favourite Noosa Waterfront Restaurant, inspired by families in Italy who get together to enjoy warm conversation, good wine and beautifully prepared food.

A glass of Prosecco on arrival, antipasti share plate, artisan bread, selection of house made pasta, sides and a desert share plate. Don’t miss out at $125 including entertainment, this is sure to top off your weekend on

Sunday 28 July.

OneWomanTour-De-Force is a story about love, loss, laughter and surviving. A beautifully crafted story about the dance of life. Tell Me On A Sunday will be at Noosa Arts Theatre July 28, choose an evening performance or a matinee.

To thank loyal Noosa Alive supporters, a free Closing Party will play out on Noosa’s picturesque River on Gympie Tce Lions Park precinct.

The line-up of local bands will play into the winter sunset as the water laps on the beach adjacent to the park.

Hosted by Damien Anthony Avery-Rossi (aka Mr. Hollywood in OZ) Noosa STARS alive! finalists will battle for the third title on the stage, the winner enjoying a selection of prizes and opportunities to show their talent on various stages.

This free ticketed closing celebration will be held Sunday 28 July.

Festival Dates: 19-28 July.

NOOSA alive! also enjoys collaborative events with:

· Sunny Coast Film Collective (Sunny Coast Showdown).

· Noosa Regional Gallery (many events and exhibitions to be announced).

· Noosa Performing Arts.

· Slow Food Noosa (Film With Food).

Visit noosaalive.com.au for more information, to purchase tickets.

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Millions of bottles recycled

By Abbey Cannan

Locals and visitors of Noosa have reason to crack a cold one in celebration as they mark the extraordinary achievement of returning more than 100 million drink containers for recycling through Containers for Change.

Express Recycling Noosa site manager Dion Lawrence said the response from the community had been brilliant.

“They’re reactive and I’m really happy with the way the community has got behind it,“ he said.

“It feels really good but there’s still a long way to go. Every day I get new people asking how to do it, so that tells me there’s a lot of people left to join the cause.“

Natalie Roach, chief executive officer of Container Exchange, the not-for-profit that runs Containers for Change, said the milestone highlights the community’s commitment to protecting the pristine local environment while ensuring no container goes to waste.

“Having now returned more than 100 million empties since 2018, Noosa locals have contributed to a cleaner environment, keeping every single one of those containers out of landfill or from ending up as litter,” Natalie said.

“Containers for Change has also made a significant injection to the local economy, with the community benefiting from jobs created at our local refund points, and the 10-cent refund for each container returned.“

Dionsaidhecouldn’tthankhisstaffenough.

“Without them, we wouldn’t exist,“ he said.

“I’ve got a core group of leaders that started with me in 2019 and in our industry that’s unique. They’re more family and friends than staff, so I really want to thank them for the milestone that we’ve reached.“

which is why I am urging all Queenslanders to start collecting their empties and experience the benefits of Containers for Change for themselves.”

Containers for Change is leading the way as the first container recycling program in Australia to include glass wine and spirit bottles, providing more opportunities for Noosa households, charities and community organisations to actively participate and raise money through 10-cent refunds.

“The 10-cent refunds can really add up, helping to ease some of the cost-of-living pressures households are facing, and if you don’t need the refund yourself, it’s a great way to donate to your chosen charity or community group,” Natalie said.

“Best of all it has never been easier to get started on a container collecting journey and help keep this iconic destination litter free.

“Customers can visit our website or download the app to find their nearest refund point, including our innovative reverse vending machine located at Noosa Council’s Resource Recovery Centre, allowing locals to easily recycle their empties and earn refunds while visiting the tip.

“We also have a number of Containers for Change depots in the region including Express Recycling in Noosaville, Envirobank in Cooroy and even convenient bag drops in Eumundi and Tewantin for customers on the go.

In Noosa, Dion said the three main charities or causes that people selected to give back to were domestic violence, Smart Pups and Wildlife Noosa.

“They’re our three main ones but when people come in they can donate to any charity they want,“ he said.

Natalie said that while Noosa’s efforts to-

Since 2018, Containers for Change has returned more than $10 million to the pockets of local households, charities and community groups.

wards reducing waste and recycling was commendable, there were still more opportunities for locals to cash in with Containers for Change.

“Unfortunately, each year millions of containers across Queensland are still ending up in rubbish bins heading for landfill, meaning those 10-cent refunds are literally going to waste,” she said.

“We want no container to go to waste,

“And to make it easier than ever to recycle with Containers for Change, our customers can enjoy the convenience of our Home Collect service available in select locations across the region.”

Find Express Recycling Noosa at 26 Action Street, Noosaville. For more information call 0400 036 962 or visit expressrecycling.com.au/ locations/noosa/

For further information on Containers for Change, visit containersforchange.com.au/qld

Express Recycling Noosa site manager Dion Lawrence and Noosa MP Sandy Bolton celebrate the 100 million milestone in Noosa.

The Guide

SILENT WITNESS

ABC TV, Friday, 8.30pm

Before CSIand its multitude of spin-off shows graced our screens, there was SilentWitness. And the gripping UK crime drama is still going strong, almost three decades later. The award-winning show follows pathologist Dr Nikki Alexander (Emilia Fox, pictured), forensic expert Jack Hodgson (David Caves) and their dedicated team as they help police across the UK solve chilling murders by letting the victim – the “silent witness” – speak. In tonight’s season 26 finale, the evidence is mounting against an accused police officer as the local criminal investigation department finds dissent within their ranks. The team unveils corruption and deceit, with deadly consequences.

TENNIS: WIMBLEDON

9Gem, Monday, from 8pm; continues on Nine from 9.45pm

Break out the white slacks, a bowl of strawberries and cream and even a Pimm’s cup – it’s that time of year again. The world’s tennis elite converge on SW19 for two weeks to catch some rare London sunshine and hopefully etch their name into the Grand Slam’s history books (the record £50 million prize pot also wouldn’t hurt). Though the time difference isn’t too friendly to us Aussies, avid sports fans can begin building their late-night viewing stamina here ahead of the Paris Olympics, with host Roz Kelly, and expert commentators Jelena Dokic (pictured) and Brenton Speed ready to take us through every point. Local hopes Alex de Minaur and two-time quarterfinalist Ajla Tomljanovic lead the charge.

Friday, June 28

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

PICK OF THE WEEK

MASTERCHEF AUSTRALIA 10, Sunday, 7.30pm

Fresh from their adventures in the flourishing foodie paradise of Hong Kong, the top seven contestants are back in Melbourne, brimming with inspiration for their next dishes. But as judgesJean-Christophe Novelli, Poh Ling Yeow, Andy Allen and Sofia Levin (pictured from left) reveal, it’s not necessarily a warm welcome that awaits – rather, it’s the timeauction elimination. As we all know, the most valuable thing in the MasterChefkitchen isn’t truffles, lobster or caviar, it’s time. Starting with 120 minutes and the usual under-bench staples (minus eggs – those cost extra), the contestants bid using their time for more ingredients, category by category – but which cook takes it too far? Only time will tell.

TIPPING POINT AUSTRALIA OLYMPIC SPECIALS

Nine, Tuesday, 7.30pm

Surely there’s no stronger competitive spirit than that of an Olympian – but will the famously difficult TippingPointmachine reward their efforts? In this edition of the game show hosted by tennis ace Todd Woodbridge (pictured) –the first of two prime-time specials featuring Australia’s sporting stars – three of our nation’s swimming legends dive headfirst into a general knowledge quiz to raise money for their chosen charities. Olympic gold medallist Libby Trickett, Paralympic champion Blake Cochrane and multiple world record holder Emily Seebohm compete against each other to see who can make the biggest splash in the machine and raise the most cash.

SEVEN (7)

NINE (8, 9) 6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Planet America. (Final, R) 10.30 That Pacific Sports Show. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Silent Witness. (Madl, R) 2.00 The Split. (Ml, R) 3.00 Restoration Australia. (PG, R) 3.55 Miriam & Alan: Lost In Scotland And Beyond… (PG, R) 4.45 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 9.15 Paul O’Grady For The Love Of Dogs Xmas. (PGa, R) 10.10 Great Canal Journeys. (PGan, R) 11.05 Icons. (PGav, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 The Dagger In The Cathedral Of Florence. (Mav, R) 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 Haka Warriors 2022. 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Haka Warriors 2023. 4.15 Scenic Coastal Walks With Kate Humble. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Gardening Australia. Costa Georgiadis visits an ornamental garden.

8.30 Silent Witness. (Final, MA15+a) As the evidence mounts against the accused police officer, the local CID finds dissent within their ranks.

9.30 Gruen. (R) Presented by Wil Anderson. 10.10 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson.

10.35 Austin. (PG, R)

11.05 ABC Late News.

11.25 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R)

12.10 Love Your Garden. (R)

1.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 The Movement And The Madman. (Ma)

8.30 Secrets Of The Lost Liners:

Île De France. (Final, PGa) A look at the SS ÎledeFrance

9.20 Bermuda Triangle: Into Cursed Waters: Death From Below. (PGa, R)

A team probes the Bermuda Triangle.

10.10 SBS World News Late.

10.40 World On Fire. (Final, Mav) 11.50 Cargo. (Mal, R)

3.30 Peer To Peer. (PGv, R)

4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 10.55 Seven News Special: Biden V Trump –The Debate. 12.35 Seven Morning News. 1.00 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 1.30 Motorbike Cops. (PGl, R) 2.00 House Of Wellness. (PG) 3.00 The Chase. (R)

Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. (R) 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Uptown Girls. (2003, PGl, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 9News Afternoon.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs catches up with Julie Goodwin.

7.20 Football. AFL. Round 16. Brisbane Lions v Melbourne.

10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews. 11.15 Armchair Experts. (M) A panel discusses all things AFL. 12.00 Criminal Confessions: Not My DNA. (Malv, R)

1.00 Boy To Man. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 17. Canterbury Bulldogs v Cronulla Sharks.

9.55 Golden Point. Post-match NRL wrap-up.

10.40 MOVIE: The Little Things. (2021, Malnv) A county deputy sheriff searches for a serial killer. Denzel Washington.

1.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

2.00 Pointless. (PG, R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Postcards. (PG, R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

TEN (5, 1)

6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer.

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

7.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Hosted by Tom Gleisner.

8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Ml, R) Graham Norton is joined on the red couch by Julia Roberts, Timothée Chalamet, Tom Hanks and Cher. 9.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. 10.40 10’s Late News.

11.05 The Project. (R) 12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

1.35am Snowpiercer. (2013, MA15+) 3.55 Mindscape. (2013, M) 5.45 Steel Magnolias. (1989, PG)

Saturday, June 29

ABC TV (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7)

6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News

At Noon. 12.30 Ladies In Black. (Ml, R) 1.20

Father Brown. (Final, Mv, R) 2.05 Gruen. (R) 2.40 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 3.10 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 3.40 Megafauna: What Killed Australia’s Giants? (R) 4.30 Restoration Australia. (Final, R) 5.30 Landline. (R)

6.00 Stuff The British Stole: Australia’s Egyptian Mystery. (PG, R) Marc Fennell investigates a mummy.

6.30 Back Roads: Hebel, Queensland. (R) Heather Ewart travels to Hebel.

7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at the top stories of the day, including coverage of developing stories and events.

7.30 Classic 100 Concert 2024. Coverage of the Classic 100 in concert with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra from Hamer Hall.

9.00 Midsomer Murders. (Mv, R) Barnaby and Winter investigate an attack on a beekeeper and the death of a villager.

10.35 Ladies In Black. (Ml, R) Angela scams her way into Goodes.

11.25 Shetland. (Mal, R) The search for Connor grows desperate.

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

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 10.00 Lancefield Dreaming. (PG, R) 10.35 Outside: Beyond The Lens. (PG, R) 11.05 My Unique B&B. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Gymnastics. FIG Rhythmic World Cup Series. Round 5. Highlights. 4.00 Sailing. SailGP. Round 12. Highlights. 5.00 Sports Woman. 5.30 The Abyss: The Rise And Fall Of The Nazis. (PGa, R)

6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Jersey And Guernsey. On Jersey, a sailing duo are set to take part in the historic Gorey Regatta and are hoping to regain their title. 8.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 1. Florence to Rimini. 206km hilly stage. From Italy. 2.20 Blinded. (MA15+a, R) Bea is reunited with Peder. 4.10 Peer To Peer. (R) Presented by David Rubenstein. 4.40 Bamay: Murrumbidgee River – Ngunnawal, Wiradjuri And Ngarigo Country. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Tattersall’s Tiara Raceday, McKell Cup Day and Caulfield Winter Series 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) Officers uncover a surprising secret.

7.30 MOVIE: Jurassic World. (2015, Mv, R) A genetically modified hybrid dinosaur escapes containment and goes on a killing spree at a theme park. Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard. 10.00 MOVIE: xXx. (2002, Mlv, R) An extreme sports athlete is recruited by the government for a dangerous covert mission. Vin Diesel, Samuel L. Jackson.

12.30 Criminal Confessions: Chris Watts – Confession Untold. (MA15+av, R) A look at the case of Chris Watts.

2.00 To Be Advised.

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Drop Dead Weird. (R)

5.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa, R)

6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Destination WA. (PG, R) 12.30 Business Drive. 1.00 Great Australian Detour. 1.30 MOVIE: The Cutting Edge. (1992, PGl, R) D.B. Sweeney, Moira Kelly, Terry O’Quinn. 3.30 The Lap. (Final) 4.30 Country House Hunters Australia. (PG) 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. (PG) 6.00

6.00 9News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE: Twister. (1996, PGvla, R)

Two meteorologists, on the brink of divorce, are forced to work together after they are caught in a severe storm. Helen Hunt, Bill Paxton.

9.45 MOVIE: Volcano. (1997, Mv, R) A minor earthquake in Los Angeles causes a volcanic eruption which threatens to destroy the city. Tommy Lee Jones, Anne Heche.

11.45 MOVIE: Song To Song. (2017, Madlns) Two couples chase music success. Ryan Gosling.

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)

6.00 The Brighter Side: Save. Grow. Dream. Australians share bright ideas and tips.

6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) A husky cross could be the right fit for a family. Partners get the chance to tame a stress-ball of a canine.

7.30 The Dog House. (PGa, R) Deaf parents and their mischievous boys meet a cheeky cockapoo puppy.

8.30 Ambulance UK. (Mal) It is Easter bank holiday weekend and the North West Ambulance Service receive a spike in the number of mental health related calls. Paramedics respond to a breach birth, a category 1 emergency. 11.00 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power. 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 Most Expensivest. Noon Scrubs. 2.05

Magnolias. Continued. (1989, PG) 7.55 I Capture The Castle. (2003, PG) 10.00 All You Need Is Crime. (2019, M, Italian) 11.55 Mindscape. (2013, M) 1.45pm Capricorn One. (1977, PG) 4.00 When Mum Is Away… With The Family. (2020, PG, Italian) 5.55 2001: A Space Odyssey. (1968) 8.30 Bull. (2021, MA15+) 10.10 Ricordi? (2018, MA15+, Italian) 12.15am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Timbersports. 1.00 Blokesworld. 1.30 Australia ReDiscovered. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 Motor Racing. NDRC Nitro Funny Cars. Round 4. Highlights. 4.00 Counting Cars. 4.30 Football. AFL. Round 16. Gold Coast Suns v Collingwood. 7.15 Football. AFL. Round 16. Geelong v Essendon. 10.30 AFL Post-Game. 11.00 Late Programs. 6am Steel

Prix of Monterey. H’lights. 2.35 Rich House, Poor House. 4.35 Travel Guides. 5.40 MOVIE: Bridge To Terabithia. (2007, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Jupiter Ascending. (2015, M) 10.05 MOVIE: Kane. (2023, MA15+) 11.45 Court Cam. 12.15am Angel Of Vengeance. 2.15 Rich House, Poor House. 3.15 Transformers: Cyberverse. 3.30 Late Programs.

June

The British Garden. (R) 3.30 Simply Nigella. (R) 4.20 Secrets Of The Museum. (R) 5.10 Grand Designs Revisited. (PG, R) 6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 10.30 Outside:

Scotland’s Rivers. (PG, R) 4.30 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. 5.30 The Abyss: The Rise And Fall Of The Nazis. (PGa, R) 6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa, R) 1.00 Jabba’s School Holiday Movie Special. (PGv, R) 1.30 To Be Advised. 3.05 Motorbike Cops. (PGa, R) 3.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Weekender.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Arc De Triomphe: The Passion Of A Nation. (PG) Takes a look at the Arc de Triomphe, a monument at the heart of Paris.

8.00 Austin. (PG) A filmmaker takes over the documentary.

8.30 Ladies In Black. (PG) A catalogue photoshoot brings tensions to the boil between Magda and Mrs Ambrose.

9.20 The Split. (Ma, R) Tensions rise as Hannah and Nathan struggle to disentangle their lives. Christie arrives in London.

10.20 Shetland. (Mal, R) 11.20 Annika. (Ma, R) 12.10 The Trouble With Maggie Cole. (Final, Mv, R) 1.00 Rage Vault. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.00 Classic Countdown. (PG, R) 4.00 Landline. (R) 4.30 Art Works. (PGa, R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

8.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 2. Cesenatico to Bologne. 199km hilly stage. From Italy.

1.50 Battle Of Britain: 3 Days To Save The UK. (PG, R) Part 1 of 3. 2.40 Hitler: Countdown To War. (PGav, R) Part 1 of 3.

3.35 Peer To Peer. (R) Presented by David Rubenstein. 4.35 Bamay: Murrumbidgee River – Wiradjuri Country. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Dream Home. (PGl) Hosted by Dr Chris Brown. 8.45 7NEWS Spotlight. An exclusive special investigation.

9.45 The Latest: Seven News. 10.15 Code 1: Minute By Minute: The Bedside Murders. (Mav, R) A look at the case of Roger Dean. 11.15 Born To Kill? David Carpenter. (MA15+av, R) A look at the case of David Carpenter. 12.15 Lipstick Jungle. (Ms, R)

1.15 Travel Oz. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise 5am News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Shopping. 9.00 Our Town. 9.30 Industry Leaders. 10.00 House Of Wellness. 11.00 Escape To The Country. 1pm The Yorkshire Vet. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.45 The Highland Vet. 3.45 Bondi Vet. 4.45 Escape To The Country. 5.45 Escape To The Perfect Town. 6.45 Escape To The Country. 7.45 Mrs Brown’s

6.00 9News Sunday.

6.30 The Sunday Project. Panellists dissect, digest and reconstitute the daily news, events and hottest topics. 7.30 MasterChef Australia. A fresh batch of talented and passionate amateur cooks competes to impress the judges. 8.55 Tulsa King. (MA15+v) Dwight visits Tina before returning to Tulsa. Pete agrees to send Goodie to Oklahoma. Roxy tries to keep the FBI at bay. Dwight has an offer for Mitch. 9.45 FBI. (Mv, R) Scola suspects the mother of a five-year-old kidnapping victim is hiding something. 11.30 The Sunday Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am Morning Programs. 11.55 Hudson & Rex. 1.35pm The Swiping Game. 1.55 Turban Legend: Untold Australia. 3.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 4.00 Blaktrax. 4.30 WorldWatch. 5.00 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 5.25 Alone Denmark. 6.35 Great Australian Walks With Julia Zemiro. 7.35 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 MH370: The Lost Flight. 9.30 WWE Legends. 11.05 Late Programs.

7.00 Travel Guides. (PGl) The guides head to the Cook Islands.

8.00 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.

9.00 The Murder Of Lyn Dawson: Unlikely Heroes. (Mal, R) Part 3 of 4. Lynette Dawson’s loved ones push for her disappearance to be properly investigated.

10.00 9News Late.

10.30 The First 48: Young Guns. (Malv)

11.25 Transplant. (MA15+m)

1.05 The Lap. (R)

2.05 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 Drive TV. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

Monday, July 1

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 Australia Remastered. (R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 Restoration Australia. (PG, R) 3.55 Miriam & Alan: Lost In Scotland And Beyond… (PG, R) 4.45 Grand Designs: The Streets. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00

7.30 7.30. 8.00 Stuff The British Stole: World’s Biggest Diamond. (PG) 8.30 Four Corners. Investiga-

program. 9.15 Media Watch. (PG) Hosted by Paul Barry. 9.35 Monday’s Experts. (M) Hosted by Tony Armstrong and Catherine Murphy. 10.05 Gruen. (R)

10.40 ABC Late News. 10.55 The Business. (R) 11.15 Planet America. (Final, R) 11.45 You Can’t Ask That. (Mal, R) 12.15 Grand Designs: The Streets. (PG, R) 1.00 Parliament Question Time. 2.00 The Secret History Of The British Garden. (R) 3.05 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Landline. (R) 5.00 Art Works. (PGa, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 WorldWatch. 9.40 Peer To Peer. (PG, R) 10.10 WorldWatch. 11.00 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. (R) 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 2. Highlights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 A Short History Of Living Longer. (Ma, R) 3.00 Trail Towns. (PG, R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.05 Jeopardy! (R) 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 2.00 Catch Phrase. (PG) 3.00 The Chase. Hosted by Bradley Walsh. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: The Engagement Dress. (2023, G) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. Contestants are given two minutes to answer questions on their chosen subject.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Amazing Railway Adventures With Nick Knowles: Malaysia. (PGa, R) English TV presenter Nick Knowles takes three railway journeys in Malaysia.

8.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 3. Plaisance to Turin. 230.5km flat stage. From Italy.

1.45 Sisi. (MA15+asv, R) Franz chases Andrassy from court.

3.45 Peer To Peer. (R) Presented by David Rubenstein. 4.45 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

H’lights. 4.00 WorldWatch. 5.25 Underground Worlds. 6.20 Forged In Fire. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.30 News. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Jimmy Carr’s I Literally Just Told You. 9.25

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Utopia Generations. 1.55 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. 2.00 Shortland St. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 4.35 Motown Magic. 5.00 Our Stories: Connecting With Country. 5.30 News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.30 News. 6.40 Brazil Untamed. 7.30 The Blinding Of Isaac Woodard. 8.30 Living Black. 9.05 Takeover. 10.35 Late Programs.

6am Monsieur Verdoux. Continued. (1947, PG) 8.05 When Mum Is Away… With The Family. (2020, PG, Italian) 10.00 Breathless. (1960, M, French) 11.40 On Chesil Beach. (2017, M) 1.45pm A Friendly Tale. (2020, PG, French) 3.40 Whisky Galore. (2016, PG) 5.30 A King In New York. (1957, PG) 7.30 A Most Wanted Man. (2014, M) 9.45 The Year Of Fury. (2020, MA15+, Spanish) 11.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGav)

7.30 Dream Home. (PGl) Hosted by Dr Chris Brown.

9.00 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. (Mav) The team investigates when a woman runs down a man and forces him to get in her car at gunpoint.

10.00 S.W.A.T. (Mdv) Hondo stumbles across a heroin operation.

11.00 The Latest: Seven News.

11.30 Evil By Design: The Man Behind The Curtain. (Mav, R)

12.30 The Event. (Mav, R)

1.30 Kochie’s Business Builders. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise 5am News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Do You Want To Live Forever? (PGam) Part 3 of 4. Participants bravely confront their deepest medical fears as they take on challenging tests to uncover the secrets to defeating disease and extending human lifespan.

8.40 Limitless With Chris Hemsworth: Fasting. (PGa) Chris Hemsworth finds out how changing his eating habits can help his quest for longevity. He puts his mettle to the test with a four-day fast before hunting for his next meal off the Great Barrier Reef.

9.45 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 1. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 1 Late. 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? (Malns) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 9.40 Ghosts. (Return, PGls) Sam, Jay and the remaining ghosts unravel the mystery of which of their number passed into the afterlife. 10.05 Just For Laughs Australia. (MA15+s, R) Hosted by Nath Valvo. 10.35 10’s Late News. 11.00 The Project. (R) 12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

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Tuesday, July 2

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

(7) 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Secret Science. (R) 10.30 Monday’s Experts. (M, R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Miniseries: Ridley Road. (Mv, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 Restoration Australia. (R) 3.55 Miriam & Alan: Lost In Scotland And Beyond… (PG, R) 4.40 Grand Designs: The Streets. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 3. Highlights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. (R) 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 3. Highlights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 A Short History Of Living Longer. (PGa, R) 3.00 Living Black. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! (R) 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 2.00 Catch Phrase. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. Presented by Marc Fennell. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great British Railway Journeys: Denham To Swindon. Presented by Michael Portillo. 8.30 Insight. Presenter Kumi Taguchi is joined by people with first-hand experience of the issue, as well as commentators, to explore how cheating death can change your relationship to life and loved ones.

9.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 4. Pinerolo to Valloire. 140km mountain stage. From Italy and France.

Parliament Question Time. 1.30 Wash

In The River’s Flow. (PG, R) 3.20 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Landline. (R) 5.00 Art Works. (PGa, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

1.50 Unseen. (Mals, R) 3.35 Peer To Peer. (R)

4.35 Bamay. (R)

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

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGav)

7.30 Dream Home. (PGl) There is a lot at stake with only a few days left until the final dream home reveals.

9.10 The Good Doctor. (Ma) The team deals with a mass casualty event that forces them to put aside their emotions following a recent tragedy.

10.10 Ambulance: Code Red. (Mav) Two men are injured in an explosion.

11.10 The Latest: Seven News.

11.40 The Real Manhunter: The Night Stalker Delroy Grant. (Mav, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise 5am News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Tipping Point Australia Olympic Specials. (PG) Three contestants go headto-head against a mesmerising machine with one lucky participant playing for the jackpot. Hosted by Todd Woodbridge.

9.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 2. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 2 Late. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England.

5.00 Today Early News. A look at all the news from Australia and around the world, as well as the latest sport and weather.

5.30 Today. The latest in news and current affairs.

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 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 9.40 NCIS. (Mav, R) The NCIS team investigates the cause of death of a reservist US Navy SEAL surgeon. 10.40 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.05 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.05 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 Front Up. Noon WorldWatch. 12.30 Brooklyn Nine-Nine. 12.55 Kickin’ Back With Gilbert McAdam. 1.30 WorldWatch. 2.00 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. 3.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 4.00 WorldWatch. 5.25 Underground Worlds. 6.20 Forged In Fire. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Alone. 9.40 Hoarders. (Return) 10.35 Late Programs.

Wednesday, July 3

ABC TV (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7) TEN (5, 1)

NINE (8, 9) 6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 National Press Club Address. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 Restoration Australia. (R) 3.55 Miriam & Alan: Lost In Scotland And Beyond… (PG, R) 4.45 Grand Designs: The Streets. (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. Wil Anderson and a panel of experts analyse the advertising industry and consumerism.

9.05 Austin. (PG, R) A filmmaker takes over the documentary.

9.35 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) Hosted by Adam Hills.

10.10 QI. (PG, R)

10.40 ABC Late News.

10.55 The Business. (R)

11.10 Wreck. (Malv, R)

12.45 Parliament Question Time.

1.45 Grand Designs: The Streets. (R) 2.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.25 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Landline. (R) 5.00 Art Works. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 4. Highlights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. (R) 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 4. Highlights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Insight. (R) 3.00 Trail Towns. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! (R) 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. Presented by Marc Fennell.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Michael Mosley: The Doctor Who Changed Britain. (PG) Takes a look back at an broadcasting career of the late Michael Mosley which spanned almost 40 years.

8.10 The Truth About Sleep. (R) Takes a look at the nature of sleep and what happens when people do not get enough of it.

9.20 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 5. Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne to SaintVulbas. 177.5km flat stage. From France.

1.55 Trom. (Mv, R)

3.35 Peer To Peer. (R)

4.35 Bamay: Arrernte Country. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6am Morning Programs. 1.55pm The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. 2.00 Shortland St. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 4.35 Motown Magic. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 Te Ao With Moana. 6.00 Bamay. 6.30 News. 6.40 Brazil Untamed. 7.30 Kickin’ Back With Gilbert McAdam. 8.00 MOVIE: Girl’s Can’t Surf. (2020, M) 9.55 MOVIE: American History X. (1998, MA15+) Midnight Late Programs. NITV (34)

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PGl) 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, R) Footage of headline-grabbing moments, including a 74-year-old man wrestling an alligator.

10.30 The Latest: Seven News.

11.00 Talking Footy. A look at the week’s AFL news.

12.00 Dracula. (MA15+hv)

1.00 Travel Oz. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise 5am News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo: On The Move. Taronga’s African savannah exhibit welcomes some giraffes as its first residents, followed by five South American capybara by way of a zoo in New Zealand.

8.30 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 3. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England.

12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 3 Late. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England.

5.00 Today Early News. A look at the latest news, sport and weather. 5.30 Today. The latest in news and current affairs.

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 talented and passionate amateur cooks competes to impress the judges. 8.45 NCIS: Sydney. (Final, Mav) JD’s son is kidnapped by an assassin in exchange for a wanted criminal in NCIS custody. 9.45 FBI: International. (Mav) The fly team heads to Bulgaria in search of a wanted criminal who is exploiting underage American girls. 10.35 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.00 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am WorldWatch.

10.00 Front Up. Noon WorldWatch. 12.30 Marry Me, Marry My Family. 1.30 WorldWatch. 2.00 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. 3.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 4.00 WorldWatch. 5.30 Brooklyn Nine-Nine. 6.20 Forged In Fire. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Under The Banner Of Heaven. (Premiere) 12.10am Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Medical Emergency. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Harry’s Practice. 9.30 NBC

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

9GO! (82, 93) 6am

Brideshead Revisited. Continued. (2008, PG) 7.25 A King In New York. (1957, PG) 9.25 Whisky Galore. (2016, PG) 11.15 A Most Wanted Man. (2014, M) 1.30pm Frantz. (2016, PG, French) 3.35 The Kid From The Big Apple. (2016, PG, Mandarin) 5.50 Walk With Me. (2017, PG) 7.35 28 Days. (2000, M) 9.30 You Were Never Really Here. (2017, MA15+) 11.10 Late Programs.

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6am Children’s Programs. Noon Motor Racing. Formula E. Portland ePrix. H’lights. 1.05 Young Sheldon. 1.30 Bewitched. 2.00 Full House. 2.30 The Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Nanny. 7.00 Young Sheldon. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: There’s Something About Mary. (1998, MA15+) 11.00 Seinfeld. 11.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. Noon Pawn Stars. 1.00 Outback Truckers. 2.00 Counting Cars. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Supercar Customiser: Yianni. 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 Live PD: Police Patrol. 11.00 Late Programs.

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Thursday, July 4

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Stuff The British Stole. (PG, R) 10.30 Simply Nigella. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Secret Science. (Final, R) 1.25 The Greek Islands With Julia Bradbury. (R) 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Restoration Australia. (PG, R) 3.55 Martin Clunes: Islands Of The Pacific. (PG, R) 4.40 Grand Designs: The Streets. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 5. Highlights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. (R) 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 5. Highlights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 A Short History Of Living Longer. (PGas, R) 3.00 Trail Towns. (PG, R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! (R) 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. Presented by Marc Fennell.

6.30 SBS World News.

(PG) Part 2 of 3. 8.50 Grand Designs: The Streets. (Return) Hosted by Kevin McCloud. 9.35 Tony Armstrong’s ExtraOrdinary Things.

(Ml, R) 1.05 Parliament Question Time. 2.05 Martin Clunes: Islands Of The Pacific. (PG, R) 2.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Landline. (R) 5.00 Art Works. (PGa, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

7.35 Guillaume’s French Atlantic. (PG) Part 3 of 5. Guillaume Brahimi explores Pays de la Loire and Dordogne regions of France.

8.30 Martin Clunes Secret World Of Guide Dogs. Follows actor Martin Clunes as he rehomes fitness guru Jaina Mistry’s retired guide dog Laura. 9.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 6. Mâcon to Dijon. 163.5km flat stage. From France. 2.00 The Congregation. (Mas, R) 3.40 Peer To Peer. (PG, R)

4.40 Bamay. (R)

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

1.30 WorldWatch. 2.00

De

Highlights Review. 3.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 4.00 WorldWatch. 5.25 Brooklyn Nine-Nine. 6.15 Forged In Fire. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 History’s Greatest Heists With Pierce Brosnan. (Premiere) 10.10 Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: The Wedding Veil. (2022, PGa) Lacey Chabert, Autumn Reeser, Alison Sweeney. 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. (PGa)

8.30 Britain’s Got Talent. (PG) Auditions continue as weird, wacky and wonderful acts compete in front of celebrity judges Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, Bruno Tonioli and Simon Cowell. Hosted by Ant and Dec.

10.45 Air Crash Investigations: Deadly Exchange. (PGa, R) Explores the crash of Flight 5966. 12.45 The Goldbergs. (PGl, R) 1.15 Criminal Confessions: A Killer App. (Mav, R)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Love Afloat. (2022, G, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News. 6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 Bold. (PGa, R) 9.00 Dr Phil. (PGadl, R) 10.00 Everyday Gourmet.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 18. Parramatta Eels v South Sydney Rabbitohs. From CommBank Stadium, Sydney.

9.45 Thursday Night Knock Off. Post-match NRL news and analysis of the Parramatta Eels versus South Sydney Rabbitohs clash.

10.30 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 4. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 4 Late. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 5.00 Today Early News. A look at the latest news, sport and weather. 5.30 Today. The latest in news and current affairs.

6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Taskmaster Australia. Josh bares all in the prize task. The Taskmaster commands contestants to show him how strong they are. 8.40 Law & Order: SVU. (Msv) The discovery of an unconscious teenager sparks a missing persons investigation. 10.30 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.55 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

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Experience a trio of serene Italian Lakes, ride Centovalli Railway, explore Florence, and cruise the Mediterranean on Cunard’s graceful Queen Victoria.

Begin your holiday with a three-night hotel stay in Lake Maggiore, with its natural charm and delightful climate. Enjoy a picturesque Centovalli Railway journey. After a trip to Lake Como, unwind over a three-night hotel stay by the shimmering waters and shores of Lake Garda. Explore Florence’s architectural wonders, museums and artistic masterpieces during a two-night stay, including a fascinating walking tour.

In Civitavecchia, embark Cunard’s magnificent Queen Victoria. Experience an unparalleled level of refinement and grace on board in the spacious cabins and plush public rooms. Visit a marvellous array of cities on the Mediterranean shores, in Italy, France, Spain, Malta and Croatia. Your journey comes to an end in the captivating Italian city of Trieste.

Your holiday includes Full-Board Cruise

• 21 night full-board cruise on board

Queen Victoria

Journey on board the Centovalli Railway

• Visiting: Civitavecchia, Marseille, Alghero, Messina, Naples, Civitavecchia, Livorno, Villefranchesur-Mer, Ajaccio, Valencia, Barcelona, Valletta, Bari, Split, Zadar, Trieste Hotel Stays

Queen Victoria

From her elegantly decorated public rooms and opulent lounge venues to her gourmet fine dining and luxurious, spacious cabins, Cunard’s illustrious vessel exudes class with the splendour evocative of great cruise liners past.

• Four-star hotel stays in Lake Maggiore, Lake Garda and Florence

• All hotel stays include breakfast Fully Escorted Tours

• Visit to Lake Como

• Florence walking tour Rail Journey

• Scenic rail journey on board the Centovalli Railway

All Flights, Taxes and Transfers

• Overnight flights

For jaw-dropping alpine scenery and some of central Europe’s most remarkable feats of engineering, a journey on the Centovalli Railway train is hard to beat. Take in the views of vivid blue lakes, waterfalls, and deep-creased valleys as the train winds through the “One Hundred Valleys” of Centovalli.

PUZZLES

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

ACROSS

1 Expend (3)

3 Choice (10)

10 Applaud (7)

11 Southern Pacific region (7)

12 Facilities of a building (9)

13 Ancient South American civilisation (4)

15 Florida fort (10)

17 Large jug (4)

19 Accepted standard (4)

20 Child of one’s child (10)

23 Keyboard error (4)

25 Insipid (9)

27 Members of a powerful military caste in feudal Japan (7)

28 Hub for military planes (7)

29 They protect the eyes from the glare (10)

30 Charter (3)

DOWN

1 Ineffectual (10)

2 The British Treasury (9)

4 Rest (9)

5 Moves steadily (5)

6 Watery (6)

7 Babysitter (5)

8 Web auction site (4)

9 Acting with ease (6)

14 Rainbow-coloured (10)

16 Painting of the countryside (9)

18 British civil service (coll) (9)

21 Said when raising a glass (6)

22 Light reddish brown (6)

24 Arab state (5)

25 Counterparts (5)

26 Egyptian goddess (4)

Using the nine letters in the grid, how many words of four letters or more can you list? The centre letter must be included and each letter may only be used once. No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural nouns ending in “s”.

1 Colloquially, what is a cakewalk?

2 Where is the Bredikhin crater located?

3 For which three films has Daniel Day-Lewis won an Academy Award for Best Actor?

4 In which city was Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja born?

5 To which continent is the kangaroo rat native?

6 In which year was X (formerly Twitter) created and launched?

7 Maleficent is the main antagonist in which animated Disney film?

8 Which motor company makes the vehicle X-Trail?

9 Matt Damon (pictured) stars as a former criminal named Max in which 2013 sci-fi action film?

10 What is a female moose called?

No. 191

No. 191

Supporting Noosa’s new housing initiatives

Noosa has a population of around 50,000 people and we receive two million visitors a year. The cost of servicing this huge number of visitors is a great impost on ratepayers and the burden on residents. This is particularly so for those living as in the tourism zones, since the short-term accommodation (STA) situation is overcoming the amenity and infrastructure of Noosa’s coastal residential precincts.

Other popular tourist destinations are making plans to enact a citywide ban on all shortterm rentals. From 2028, Barcelona, a city with about 10,000 houses registered as rentals for tourists, has stopped issuing new licenses and won’t renew existing ones because the city has a housing crisis and soaring rents. According to Mayor Jaume Collboni, the measures are “to provide more supply so that the working middle class does not have to leave the city because they can’t afford housing,”

In Noosa, Airbnb have written to their Noosa Shire property owners alerting them to the fact that council is proposing to severely limit short-term rental accommodation in its proposed amendments to the Noosa Plan 2020. They are worried STA, “won’t be viewed as a ‘consistent use’ in medium, high, or rural residential zones, unless it is a primary residence”. And primary residences will only be able to be shared a maximum of four times per calendar year, for a maximum of 60 days.

In the Airbnb communique, they urge owners to tell council, “STA provides competition in the accommodation sector, giving people greater choice and helping make prices fairer. Critically, Queensland currently has a bed shortage, especially in the lead up to the 2032 Olympics. Remind policymakers that STA provides surge support for the major events Noosa Council delivers, including the Noosa Marathon, Surfilm Festival, and Noosa Polo. If people can’t find accommodation, they can’t attend the events.”

It’s very unfair for Noosa residents to be told they must make sacrifices to ensure the many annual events can continue, especially considering the disruption these events cause many. As for the Brisbane Olympics, it really isn’t imperative for us to give up homes for an event in 2032!

Airbnb also says: “Despite the exemption on current listings, we need to make our voices heard, so that Noosa Council doesn’t cap Airbnbs and allows families a choice in accommodation when visiting for work, holidays, or personal reasons.”

This at a time when Noosa residents are dealing with structural changes to our community, and at a time when we have a Destination Management Plan (DMP) being formulated after much community consultation. And, when we are trying hard to get the balance right between residential amenity and a housing crisis primarily brought on and encouraged by the digital disruption of our once well-regulated accommodation industry.

Two years ago, council indicated toTourism Noosa that it’s funding for the second tranche of their quadrennial council subsidy, soon due for renewal, and worth $5.0 million over two years, would be tied to an agreement to address the issues we face with their destination promotion methodology.

Basically, the aim is to get them back on track with their promotions to encourage visi-

tation from high value, low volume visitors as opposed to the low value, high volume visitors we have been seeing in recent years. Let’s see the DMP fast-tracked so that we can begin to reclaim the Noosa we know and love.

Consultation on the Noosa Plan amendments closes on 14 July. Have your say via the council website to support council’s efforts to improve resident amenity and alleviate local congestion.

Rod Ritchie, President

Cooroy Area Residents Association

Parking loss concerns

TheNoosaCouncil’snewInfrastructureMaster Plan advertorial in the June 21 edition promises enhanced amenities, increased shading and a greener more inviting environment for everyone. It accommodates community growth, protects cultural heritage and prepares for climate change impacts etc etc etc.

The council advertorial misses the crucial fact the plan eliminates 103 car parking spaces along Gympie Terrace, Thomas St and in the parkland car park areas including the yacht and rowing club.

The council further intends to eliminate a further 43 parking spaces around the corner on Albert St.

All this at a well loved public area which is a magnet for local parents and grandparents with young children and related paraphernalia

Nowhere is there any mention of providing alternate parking solutions nearby.

No thought has been given to the impact of this plan on local services and retail.

During the recent council electioneering no mention was made of this anti business, anti tourism, anti-vehicle plan by the elimination of this parking convenience.

Council is attempting destroy access, amenity and the quiet enjoyment of this wonderful space for locals and tourists alike.

The omission of this crucial fact in the council’s advertorial indicates our council is attempting to introduce this dastardly idea by stealth.

No one voted for this!

Peter Wilkinson, Noosaville

Naming rights

With the recognition by the Federal Court that Kabi Kabi people have Native Title rights over Noosa, surely it’s time that such recognition was made very publicly visible.

You could travel over the entire Noosa Shire and have difficulty in finding any reference to Traditional Owners, in terms of signage at least. One exception is at the start of the walking tracks in the Noosa National Park, where there is a welcome to country (Wunya Ngulum), and an acknowledgment of the Kabi Kabi, along with useful information about history and culture.

Perhaps, following consultation with Traditional Owners, Noosa Council could begin a process of educating locals and visitors alike to the fact that Kabi Kabi lived, danced, sung and survived on this land for millennia.

Signage with statements such as “Noosa Council - on Kabi Kabi country“ at various points within the shire shouldn’t be hard to organise.

Similarly state bodies, government offices and so on, could demonstrate clear acknowledgment of Noosa’s First Nations people.

This could be extended to reconsidering place names which may be inappropriate. Features within Noosa National Park - Hells Gates, Witches Cauldron and Devil’s Kitchen - have typically colonial overtones, and could be a totally inaccurate and possibly offensive description of places which may once have had deep spiritual significance to those who lived here before the calamity of invasion.

Several years ago Australia Post updated their addressing guidelines to enable Traditional Place names as part of a mailing address. We could devise similar strategies to help advance the cause of Reconciliation which, it must be said, suffered a severe setback when the country voted No to the establishment of a

Voice to Parliament last year.

John Burrows, Lake Macdonald

Council meeting in Pomona

Many thanks to the Noosa Council staff and councillors for spending three hours with us last Thursday afternoon at the Pomona Hall, explaining their policies, the timeframes and logic behind their numerous plans, the progress of various stakeholder groups, and the rationale behind important amendments to the Noosa Plan.

Over 120 residents stayed for the Ordinary Meeting afterward. A petition for an off-leash park in Cooroy was submitted, and Pomona resident, Nick Cooke, put a persuasive case for greater action on compliance for the Kin Kin quarry’s trucks and questioned the delay in the council’s planning court challenge to aspects of the quarry’s operation. Also, two STAs in the hinterland were refused unanimously.

Much appreciated refreshments were served and overall it was a very successful hinterland meeting.

Julia Walkden, Cooroy

Avoid politics, religion and sport

Rarely do I get involved in debates or discussions about politics, religion or certain sports.

Once it reaches the stage of heated language, I then quickly agree with my opponent.

Over the years, like myself, those in disagreement over politics have often jumped ship when convenient to be on the winning team.

Religion - I have often come across those that would argue with God in their prayers to score a point.

Sports - I have never been disappointed at the result of a game as I have always been undecided before the start of the game, casually adding a little if and maybe as way out at the end.

Cheating - maybe but my life has had my full share of cheats. Or as I have learned later in life bad choices on my part.

So true the saying “you make your own bed“. I now don’t lie down on mine now.

Choosing the bed my opponent is putting down as it appears a lot softer with a better outcome for worn joints and a more reliable comfortable future, often seems the way to go.

Now that’s being sensible.

Don’t rock the boat.

Ernest Wright, Tewantin

Eva Tan captured this sunset on Noosa Main Beach last week.

From singing and bush care to service clubs and art, there are a wide variety of groups in Noosa.

ARTS NATIONAL LECTURE

The Rise and Role of the Modern Sculpture Park’ will be presented by Geoffrey Edwards. As one of the oldest art forms, monumental sculpture has been presented in spectacular outdoor settings since antiquity. The princely estates of Renaissance and Baroque Europe were populated with marble nymphs and classical deities. Major art museums throughout the world feature large scale sculpture in their gardens and courtyards. But the idea of a park or garden conceived expressly for the display of sculpture is essentially a modern phenomenon. This talk is an account of the creation from the mid-twentieth century onwards of public and private sculpture parks in Europe, the US and Japan including more recent and remarkable examples in New Zealand and Australia.

It will be on Saturday 29 June at ArtsNational Noosa Venue, St Mary’s Church, 17 William Street, Tewantin at 4pm start. Bookings preferred: membershipnoosaadfas@gmail.com Visitor fees:$30 including wine and canapes after the lecture.

RED CROSS

The Annual General Meeting of the Tewantin/Noosa Branch will be held on Friday 19 July at the Tewantin/Noosa RSL at 10.15am. Guest Speaker: Soleil Safi-Westendorf (Australian Red Cross International Humanitarian Law Program). Light refreshments served after the meeting. Contact: Valerie (president) 0466846110.

ORCHID SOCIETY MEETING

Noosa District Orchid and Foliage Society welcomes visitors and members to its monthly meeting Saturday 6 July, at 1pm Tinbeerwah Hall. Visitors can attend two meetings for free before joining. (Meetings are held first Saturday of each month Feb-Nov). Learn more about growing orchids and foliage with our friendly club. For more information visit noosaorchidsociety.com.au

QCWA

Tewantin Noosa Branch QCWA will host a Pottery Class - make a pottery item without a wheel, all materials and firing, morning tea provided on Thursday 4 July 9-11am Mark Makers Art Studio, Tewantin Plaza, only $25. Second class 1 July - hand decorating pottery item only $15. Phone to book. Thursday morning social meetings 9 -11 am every Thursday - Cuppa, Chat and Create. BYO own craft or just meet and chat. Morning tea provided, gold coin donation. Members and visitors welcome. Branch meetings 4th Wednesday of month 5-7pm. QCWA Hall, 123 Poinciana Ave, Tewantin, next to the PO. AGM Wednesday 24 July. Enquiries Jennifer phone 0409 063 738. ORCHID SOCIETY

Noosa District Orchid and Foliage Society welcomes visitors and members to its monthly meeting Saturday, 6 July, at 1pm Tinbeerwah Hall. Visitors can attend two meetings for free before joining. (Meetings are held first Saturday of each month Feb-Nov). Learn more about growing orchids and foliage with our friendly club. For more information visit noosaorchidsociety.com.au

GARDEN CLUB

The next meeting of the Tewantin Noosa Garden Club will be held on Monday 8 July at the

Anglican Church, 17 William Street, Tewantin at 1.30pm. The Guest Speaker is Danny from Buderim Broms. Plant sales competition table raffles and afternoon tea and friendship. For more information contact Len 0417604889.

WOMEN’S RSL AUXILIARY

The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa RSL Women’s Auxiliary will be held on Friday 5 July at 10.30am at The Royal Mail Hotel. All friends and visitors welcome, please phone Kay 5447 5042.

SEWING NEWS

The Guilded Lilies Sewing group will meet on Saturday 29 June at the Masonic Hall, Moorindal St, Tewantin from 9am-3pm. Come along, meet new friends, learn new skills, enjoy the company of like minded people. All handcrafts are welcome. Phone Angela 0408068148.

VIEW CLUB

The Noosaville lunch time VIEW Club is a valued part of The Smith Family dedicated to supporting the education and wellbeing of disadvantaged Australian children. On the 2nd Thursday of each month this warm and welcoming women’s club gathers at a popular venue for our “Friendship Day” lunch and camaraderie. On the 4thThursday of each month we have our club meeting at the Tewantin RSL at 11:30am with a guest speaker and update on our twelve Learning for Life students followed by lunch. For more information call Wendy Brooks on 0417 267 281.

WOMEN’S SHED

Change in meeting for July. NWS will be celebrating our sixth birthday in July at a members only event. Our next general meeting will be 10 August from 1.30pm at Wallum Lane, Noosa Heads. BYO chair. If it is raining we will be at Noosa Seniors. You are invited to attend our meetings to hear our story. We are a group of like minded women who come together to learn tool skills. Find out more about us at noosawshed.com.au or facebook.com/NoosaWomensShed

NOOSA U3A FRIDAY TALKS

U3A Noosa Friday Talks are held at 1.30pm at U3A, 64 Poinciana Ave, Tewantin. Full details available on U3A website u3anoosa.com.au/ or phone 5440 5500.

NOOSA ORCHID SOCIETY

Noosa District Orchid and Foliage Society welcomes visitors and members to its monthly meeting Saturday 6 July, at 1pm Tinbeerwah Hall. Visitors can attend two meetings for free before joining. (Meetings are held first Saturday of each month Feb-Nov). Learn more about growing orchids and foliage with our friendly club. For more information visit noosaorchidsociety.com.au

NOOSA STARS ALIVE

Inviting Expressions of Interest from talented young artists eight-18 years of age to audition for Noosa STARS alive 2024. Selected finalists will perform in front of a live audience at Noosa ‘STARS’ alive! FINALS on Sunday 28 July 2024 - River Stage, Noosa Lions Park, Gympie Terrace, Noosaville. The finals will be hosted by Damien Anthony Avery-Rossi, and the winner will enjoy a $1000 cash prize. Audition registrations are now open (and will close 31 May). Group number is limited to 10 people.

PROBUS CLUB OF NOOSA RIVER

Are you an active retiree? Are you interested in making new friends and starting new hobbies with similar minded people?

The Probus Club of Noosa River offers fun and friendship as well as many activities including Craft, Book Club, Canasta, Dominoes, Golf, Mahjong, Coffee mornings, Lunch and dinner outings, Scrabble, Creative writing, Ukulele, Wine appreciation, Theatre outings, Walking groups and Travel.

The club meets at Girraween Sports Complex Clubhouse on the first Monday of each month starting at 9 am. If you are interested in knowing more, please contact 0410 687 639

BEEF AND BURGUNDY CLUB

Noosa Beefsteak and Burgundy club meet on the third Wednesday evening of the month at a different local restaurant for good food, wine and fellowship. We invite couples or singles to join us. Further information contact John Dicker on 0414 323 266.

FROM BACH TO RACH

Last year we 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 10am-12pm. Interested? Call Barry on 0478 837 708, who is looking forward to chatting with you or email barry.henze@gmail.com

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, Physioled exercise (0490 444 255) Emily, Speech Therapy voice and choir (0400 037 901) Edwina. Call Ann for an info pamphlett on 0458 009 601. Parkinsons Group meets the third Friday of each month at Noosa Tewantin Bowls Club at 10.30am for information and lunch. You need to stay active and socialise to help deal with the symptoms.

LIONS CLUB NOOSA HEADS

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.

Tewantin-

Noosa Meals on Wheels

Weekly Roster for Tewantin- Noosa Meals on Wheels beginning Monday 1 July

Monday Drivers: Rotary D Break, Tony, Darryl, Maria and James, Cheryl, Patricia, Ian, Jason, Julie L, Fran Kitchen: Renee, Janet, John

Tuesday Drivers: Laguna, Darryl, Tania and Friends, Margaret and Jill, Driver needed for E Run, Barani and Peter, Driver needed for H Run, Simone, Bill and Cecily

Kitchen: Chris, Ann, Glenn, Wednesday Drivers: Christina, Trish and Karen, Alan and Cynthia, Jan and Bryan, Kevin, Kath and Melody, Simone, John and Helen, Paul Kitchen: Denise, Chris, Christina, John, Jerry Thursday Drivers: Driver needed for A Run, Driver needed for B Run, Sue, Donna and Julie, Margo and Jim, Kerryn and Stuart, Ian, Julie L, Darryl, Sharon and Mal

Kitchen: Donal, Sharon, Loz, Claire

You can also check the roster on mealsonwheels-tewantin-noosa.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.

The Dubliners in Noosa

Direct from the West End and having sold out venues worldwide, Seven Drunken NightsThe Story of The Dubliners has returned to theatres in 2024 for its biggest ever tour of 20 shows in Australia including a Noosa performance on Friday 9 August.

It all started for The Dubliners back in 1962 - Seven Drunken Nights tells the story of a career spanning 50 years and invokes the spirit of Ronnie Drew, Luke Kelly, Barney McKenna, John Sheahan, Ciaran Bourke and Jim McCann.

Leading the ultimate feel-good Irish show, this hugely talented cast of musicians and singers bring the music of this iconic group back to life.

So much more than a jukebox musical celebration of The Dubliners, the show stars its charismatic writer and director Ged Graham, whose narration warmly guides the audience through the fascinating life of the group in between stunning performances of so many of their celebrated classics, including The Irish Rover, The Leaving of Liverpool, Belle of Belfast City, Dirty Old Town, The Banks of the Rose, Star of the County Down and The Town I

In addition to glowing reviews, Seven Drunken Nights has also received praise from the families of The Dubliners.

Ged Graham said, “It was very nerve-racking meeting relatives of The Dubliners, as I

didn’t know how they would react. But meeting Luke Kelly’s brother, Paddy, early on during the first tour was just brilliant. He and his family have been so supportive of the show. Likewise, Barney McKenna’s sister came to see the show when we toured Ireland

Roadrunners rally again for charity

Noosa’s Roadrunner Car Club returns with its annual charity car show in October in aid of Katie Rose Cottage Hospice.

Since its inception in 2019, the car show has raised more than $33,000 for Katie Rose, including a whopping $12,700 in 2021, coming back off a hiatus year in 2020 because of Covid.

The event, to be held on Sunday 6 October at Chaplin Park on the Noosaville riverfront, is the Roadrunners’ major fundraiser for the year, and they pull out all the stops to provide a great day for motoring enthusiasts of all ages.

The Roadrunner Car Club was established in 2018 in response to the many motoring enthusiasts who wanted a car club on the

Sunshine Coast that provided true social opportunities. The RCC was started by a small number of people with the aim of enjoying the company of other car lovers and to have an opportunity to use and share their special cars.

The membership grew quickly and the club was formally registered as a not-for-profit incorporated association. Its current membership is around 300, with a very high percentage of active members. The Club organises a variety of events, including regular monthly socials, coffee outings, car runs to points of interest, picnics and weekends away, but the big event of the year is the charity car show. All proceeds from this event go direct to the

Katie Rose Cottage Hospice, which relies on community support to provide 65 per cent of its operating costs. The fully accredited notfor-profit 24/7 palliative care service for those in our community facing a terminal illness is a beautiful, tranquil establishment located in Doonan, providing a no-cost “home away from home” for people facing life-ending illnesses.

The Roadrunner Car Club is now calling for sponsors from the community to support the 2024 Noosa Charity Car Show. Should you wish to be involved as a sponsor of this exciting event, please contact Graeme Block on 0412 513 241.

and was very complimentary of how we told the story. Their support means so much to everyone involved with the show.”

With the 2024 UK and Irish leg of Seven Drunken Nights being the biggest so far, the show is also set for its record year internationally, performing nearly 300 shows during 42 weeks on the road.

Such success has been a life-changing experience for Ged Graham, who said he can’t quite believe it.

“Seven Drunken Nights seems to have touched so many people who have become real fans of the show, reigniting their love of The Dubliners. It’s had a massive impact on my life, giving me the confidence to write more and be involved in many other productions, including the runaway success Fairytale of New York.

“It truly is a great privilege to bring the music of The Dubliners to the stage every night and keep their legacy alive,” he said.

Seven Drunken Nights will be performed at The J Theatre on Friday 9 August. Tickets, available from sevendrunkennights.live

Music lift

Reflective and yet inspiring, following the immensely successful concert series, Dancing Queen: A Tribute To ABBA And Queen, the Oriana Choir has started rehearsals for its next project.

Reflections: Songs Of Love And Hope shows the choir in true eclectic mode.

Under the masterful direction of Kim Kirkman and accompanied by the talented Fay Baker, the performances will showcase an eclectic mix of classical, sacred, and modern repertoire taking audiences on a harmonious journey of musical reflection and joy that will uplift and inspire.

“Music has a profound healing power, soothing the soul, lifting spirits,” Oriana president Melissa Innes said.

“Songs can bridge emotional divides with harmonious and therapeutic effects, connecting people across different backgrounds and experiences through shared melodies and messages.

“Reflections is going to be a very special concert series.

“The choir feels very privileged to share this music with the Sunshine Coast and Gympie communities.’’

From celebration to contemplation, from jubilation to meditation, this is a program of beautiful, inspiring, uplifting and encouraging songs.

These are songs that will lift your spirit and remind that, yes, there is love and hope to be found, even or especially in such uncertain times as the world finds itself in just now.

Many of the songs in this series will be familiar to long-standing followers of Oriana.

They have appeared in past concert programs, and the choir felt that now would be a very apt time to revisit them.

There is a tremendous variety of styles and moods in this music – a gospel flavoured arrangement of Bridge Over Troubled Water; the high energy delivery of the traditional spiritual My Soul’s Been Anchored In the Lord; the exquisite beauty of Norwegian composer Ola Gjeilo’s Ecce Novum and Ubi Caritas, and the heart-felt longing of the David-Bacharach classic, What the World Needs Now, to name just a few.

It’s been some time since Oriana has presented a concert of music whose intent and purpose is to not only entertain, but to comfort, encourage and inspire.

Reflections: Songs Of Love And Hope will do good for the soul.

Performances: Saturday, August 17, 2pm – St. Patrick’s Church, Gympie; Sunday, August 18, 2pm - Stella Maris Performance Centre, Maroochydore. For bookings and information, go to www.oriana.org.au

Last year’s Charity Car Show at Chaplin Park.

Picture: SUPPLIED

Tranquil Japanese Gardens at Katie Rose.

Event poster.

The Dubliners will perform in Noosa in August as part of a world tour.

Thirty years of art and jazz

By Jim Fagan

In 1994 Tourism Noosa welcomed its 500,000 visitor since it started telling the world about Noosa’s attractions six years earlier.

There must have been something in the Noosa ether at the time because, while the tourists came and saw, some of them decided to return and live here.

Among them were singers, musicians and artists who formed groups to enjoy and explore their creativity and this year today’s members are celebrating the 30th anniversary of their founding.

And they are doing it in style.

In August the three groups, Noosa Chorale, Noosa Heads Jazz Club and the Tinbeerwah Art Group, will present a month-long series of art and music events starting on Thursday 1 August at The J with the admission-free TAG art exhibition, The Joy of Music. The exhibition will be officially opened at 5pm.

Later in the month the exhibition will be followed with two concerts All That Jazz featuring Chorale singers and national and local jazz musos on Thursday and Saturday, 22 and 24 August, as the launch of the 11-day Noosa Jazz Festival.

MUSIC THEME FOR PAINTINGS

TAG artists are working on Thursday and Friday mornings painting art works with a music theme for the exhibition.

“While there are more youthful members joining us, many of our members are seniors,” TAG committee member, Jan Cooke said.

“It’s amazing how those who join our group had either never painted since childhood or had forgotten how much they enjoyed it. Others have uncovered talent they never realised they had.

“Our classes, with award winning artists as guest tutors, offer the opportunity to develop new skills and to make new friends.

“The group was founded by retired art teacher Gwen Blair. She wanted to join an art group but she couldn’t find one so she started her own. The rest is history!

“TheTinbeerwah Art Group has been meeting at Tinbeerwah Hall on the corner of Cooroy-Tewantin Rd and Sunrise Rd ever since.

“Gwen passed away in 2013 but her legacy lives on. The group has grown from a few friends meeting on a Thursday morning to a membership of over 50 local artists. Each year TAG holds its annual art show in memory of Gwen.

“This year’s show is at Tinbeerwah Hall on August 16-18 in conjunction with the one at The J.”

Jan said: “TAG is thrilled to be co-celebrating its 30th anniversary with the Noosa Heads Jazz Club and the Chorale. “ CHORALE IN REHEARSAL

Right now, Noosa Chorale is rehearsing jazz classics like Ain’t Misbehaving, All That Jazz and Rhythm of Life with guest conductor and accomplished musician Paul Coppens who founded the Melbourne Philharmonic Orchestra and has worked with many choirs and orchestras in productions of ballet, opera, operetta and musical comedy.

Said Chorale secretary, Margaret Haffenden: “In 1994 Melbourne barrister Joe McMahon moved to Noosa and had the urge to form a choir to sing Handel’s Messiah which he had sung with other choirs, loved and wanted to do again. He advertised for singers and that year Noosa Chorale was born when it performed Messiah at Christmas.

“It was a grand occasion that marked the beginning of a fabulous musical journey over the last three decades. Since then, the choir has presented close on 80-plus large-scale productions with symphony orchestras and Queensland Opera soloists. These have included classical works by great western composers like Guiseppe Verdi and featuring popular composers like George Gershwin.

“In addition, the Chorale has taken part in Anzac Day observances, Christmas Carols in Hastings Street and other community events which has made the Chorale such an important part of the entertainment fabric in Noosa.”

Margaret said: It’s important to note that during the last 30 years the Chorale has retained a strong, keen membership. Well over 700 choristers have been part of the choir during those years and, judging by the enthusiasm of today’s singers, the future has a bright note.”

On stage with the choir will be the Australian Jazz Ensemble featuring star musos like Brett Iggulden (trumpet), Paul Williams (clarinet) and Ian Date (guitar).

HOW THE JAZZ CLUB STARTED

The 11-day Jazz Festival also features four concerts at The J, a Sunday afternoon concert at The Majestic Theatre at Pomona, and an endof-festival Sunday 1 September free afternoon concert at Lions Park Riverstage, Noosaville.

Although the Jazz Club was formed in 1994, president Richard Stevens recalled how he and trumpet player, Frank Johnston, who had moved from Melbourne to Noosa initiated the Jazz Party in 1992.

“Frank wanted Noosa to have a festival and I remember walking with him up and down Hastings Street all those years ago asking the accommodation houses when the worst time of the year for business was.

“We were told the two weeks before Christmas and the weeks before the Victoria and

New South Wales September school holidays. Accommodation starts to get expensive after that so we picked late August/early September for the first Jazz Party to keep the costs down for the fans and it’s been held then ever since.

“That first was a free concert down in Noosa Woods. We built a stage with some milk crates and some plywood and it was all pretty laid back and casual. The event was rebadged as the Noosa Jazz Festival in 1994.

“The Jazz Party/Festival name was revived in 2011 and concerts are our centrepiece event. They feature individual musicians who form into bands and ensembles that guarantee exciting improvisations of traditional jazz.”

Richard said:“We decided that Noosa needed more than an annual festival of jazz, so in 1994 we started the Jazz Club with a committee, including myself and Patsy Stevens, Frank Johnson, Austin Stringer and Janet Uphill to organise and stage regular concert events throughout the year.

“Today, the festival attracts visitors from all over eastern Australia and New Zealand and its focus is on classic or traditional jazz. We feel someone has to be there to keep genuine jazz in place so you can truly say that this is a jazz festival.

“In fact, I would say the concept is unique. It’s the only one of its kind in the country, if not the world.”

Richard said the musicians would also entertain over lunches and dinners at Lucio’s Marina, Miss Moneypenny’s in Hastings Street, and Noosa Boathouse at Noosaville. There would also be a special sunset experience at Noosa Springs Resort and a luncheon event Trattoria Benati at Noosa Junction plus river cruises followed by lunch or dinner at the Noosa Yacht and Rowing Club.

Events tickets: Noosa Chorale’s All That Jazz and Jazz Festival. Email: info@noosajazzclub. com, phone: 0478 256 245, noosajazzclub. com/program-tickets/

1. Flashback to August, 2019, when Noosa Chorale presented “Cabaret and All Jazz” in concert with The Australian Jazz Ensemble at The J.

The Syncopators at Noosa Springs Resort last year.

Rachel Ariza (left) of Tewantin working on her painting “Dance With Me” and Narelle Hore of Cooroy with her “Let’s Jazz It Up” at TAG’S Thursday class.

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World titles await

Sunshine Coast local and sailing enthusiast Eli Henebery and his Brisbane-based crew Kris Bilston are about to embark on the trip of a lifetime as Team Bolt Racing to compete in the World Titles for their sailing division in Spain.

After coming third in the Australian National Titles for the Formula 18 class of racing catamarans earlier this year, 35-year-old Henebery and 18-year-old Bilston qualified to compete in the prestigious F18 World Titles.

Competing at this event, set to begin next week, will mark a significant milestone for both sailors, showcasing their dedication and skill on the international stage.

Eli Henebery, a seasoned sailor with a passion for the sport, is particularly thrilled about this opportunity as it represents his first foray into international competition.

“Competing in the F18 World Titles is a dream come true,“ Eli expressed. “It’s an honour to represent the Sunshine Coast and Australia on such a prestigious platform. I’m looking forward to testing my skills against some of the best sailors in the world.“

Kris Bilston, at just 18 years old, has already made a name for himself in the sailing community, demonstrating remarkable talent and a competitive spirit. He recently brought home bronze in the Under 19s Gold Fleet at the Nacra 15 European Championships held in Italy in May this year.

“I’m incredibly excited to be competing alongside Eli in Costa Brava,“ Kris said. “This is a fantastic opportunity for us to learn, grow, and make our mark in the sailing world. We’re ready to give it our all.“

The duo will be among 12 Australian teams competing against 134 boats from 23 different countries, racing over five days in the picturesque waters of Costa Brava, Spain.

Eli’s journey into sailing began in childhood, sailing a small boat called a Sabot inspired by his father’s interest in the sport. After stepping away to focus on school sports, he returned to sailing in 2013, reigniting his passion by joining local races at Lake Cootharaba.

“I bought a second-hand Taipan catamaran and quickly got swept up into the competitiveness and camaraderie of the sport,“ he said. His love for speed led him to the Akurra

Formula 18 catamaran by Goodall Design, the boat they will be racing in Spain.

“It’s spent three months in a container being shipped over there, so when we arrive, we’ll be setting it up and can’t wait to get back on the water on it,” explained Eli.

In preparation for the competition, both Eli and Kris have been training rigorously, clocking hours on a friend’s boat while theirs has been in transit. They have maintained strict nutrition plans and regular gym sessions with personal trainer Pete Wand.

“Knowing that we’re about to go up against the top sailors across the globe, I took my training and nutrition very seriously,” Eli shared.

“I also learned that the winds are generally light in Costa Brava, so a lighter crew weight is ideal for racing. Kris and I both had weight loss

goals to aim for while striving to maintain our strength and stamina, so we got professional support from Wand - Nutrition, Fitness, Family to make sure our food and fitness were right to make us as strong and as light as possible,” explained Eli.

Kris has been equally dedicated, setting up a spare boat in his yard to practice moves, transitions, and rope maneuvers daily to increase speed and strength.

Their local sailing community is eagerly anticipating their performance, confident that Henebery and Bilston will represent Australia with distinction.

Follow their racing journey on Instagram @boltracingau for updates and behind-thescenes glimpses of their experience in Costa Brava.

Landen’s keen for new longboard location

Multiple-Australian champion Landen Smales from Noosa Heads won his first Australian Logger Title at 12 years old when the Australian Titles were held on the Tweed Coast back in 2019.

This year, the longboard divisions of the 2024 Australian Surf Championships will run as a stand-alone event for the first time on Bundjalung Country in northern NSW.

Landen said he was looking forward to the Australian Longboard Titles returning to the region.

“I’m really looking forward to the Aussie Longboard Titles. It’s great to have the event moving to the Tweed Coast, Bundjalung Country this year,“ he said.

“There are so many different breaks to choose from. Last year I won the Junior and Open Men’s Logger and I’m keen to compete in the new longboard division with the criteria change this year.

“The changes suit my surfing and I’ll be trying to lock in a spot in team Australia to compete at Worlds later in the year.“

The event will be held over six days from Thursday 12 September to Tuesday 17 September with possible event locations including Cabarita Beach, Hastings Point, Kingscliff Beach, Fingal Beach and Duranbah Beach.

The announcement follows Surfing Australia’s decision to hold the Australian Shortboard Titles, the Australian Para Surfing Titles and the Australian Bodyboard Titles in Port Macquarie, NSW (31 July - 8 August) and the Australian SUP Titles on Phillip Island in Victoria (22 October - 26 October).

Surfing Australia event director Rohan Fell said,“We’re looking forward to seeing the longboard divisions of the Australian Surf Championships at a new location that is suited to their style of surfing.“

“The Tweed Coast offers a range of point breaks and back beaches that are not only ideal for longboarding but it is also close to the

Hyundai Surfing Australia High Performance Centre, which offers world-class training facilities, function rooms, accommodation, and other support services such as coaching and

Partnership to support athletes

With the Paris Olympic and Para Olympic Games imminent, Sunshine Coast 2032 has announced a partnership with The WattleNest to support local athletes in achieving their sporting goals.

Created to help mitigate financial barriers, provide a support network outside of sport, assist with professional development and bring business together, The WattleNest helps drive positive social change for athletes who often struggle financially while pursuing their chosen path.

Sunshine Coast 2032 Chairwoman, Roz White said, “Partnering with The WattleNest aligns perfectly with the goals and values of our community-focused and community-driven organisation.“

“The WattleNest will assist many of our local athletes to reach their potential and provide opportunities that may not have otherwise been available such is the time and cost of reaching and attaining elite level in sport.

“Despite Australia being a sport-obsessed nation, almost half of our best athletes are living below the poverty line while training around 36 hours per week.

“There are currently 150 athletes in The WattleNest family and with the support of Sunshine Coast 2032 we intend to grow this so that every local athlete, who aspires to compete at an elite level, can do so with the backing of the broader community,” Ms White said.

Welcoming this partnership, founder and chief executive officer of TheWattleNest, Rachel Condos-Fields said,“Now is the time to invest in our elite and emerging athletes, celebrate the sporting talent on the Sunshine Coast, and create pathways for sharing their inspiring stories to connect our community.“

“This partnership comes at a critical time for athletes in the lead up to the Brisbane Olympics and Paralympics in 2032.

“Maleny Dairies recently became the first Sunshine Coast business to partner with us and we look forward to welcoming many more businesses over the coming months,” Ms Condos-Fields said.

Sunshine Coast 2032 and The WattleNest are currently seeking businesses interested in partnering with them to help scale, innovate and broaden their athletes’ programs. Enquiries can be directed to hello@sunshinecoast2032.com.au

physio that will be made available to athletes during the event window.“

For more information, visit australiansurfchampionships.com/longboard

Landen chaired off the beach.

Picture: SURFING QUEENSLAND

Mal Brough,SC2032 director,Roz White, SC2032 Chair and Rachel Condos-Fields, founder and chief executive officer of the WattleNest.

Eli Henebery and Kris Bilston with the F18 Akurra 18ft catamaran and their Bolt Racing sails.

Endurance horse riders from six nations gathered at Inglewood for the 2024 Endurofest. ERLE LEVEY was there to capture some of the action.

Nations gallop together

It promised something for everyone and the 2024 EndurAFest riding weekend at Inglewood certainly delivered.

Riders from six nations were competing in the inaugural Australasian Regional Endurance Championship, alongside individual riders from throughout Queensland and New South Wales.

The highlight event saw teams from Australia, New Zealand, Japan and Malaysia competing over 100km, together with riders from Singapore and China participating as individuals.

There were 170 entries across 10 events, ranging from 20km to 160km over the three days.

Federation Endurance International (FEI) riders were looking to compete in Europe and the 2025 World Cup, as well as Australian Endurance Riders Association (AERA) riders from throughout New SouthWales and Queensland.

In the true tradition of endurance, the Inglewood course provided everything - from sunshine and dusty trails to cloud cover, light rain and through to storm-like conditions on the final day.

The staging of the event at Inglewood Showgrounds coincided with the announcement that the Stirlings Crossing Equestrian Club at Imbil will again host the Tom Quilty Gold Cup in 2026, after hosting the 2023 event.

The premier event on the endurance calendar in Australia will be held in Tasmania in 2025.

TheTom Quilty is hosted on a rotational basis among the Australian states with Stirlings Crossing having previously stepped up in 2023 when Victoria was unable to host. It also hosted the 2019 event as Queensland’s preferred venue at that time.

The Regional Endurance Championship saw 19 entries with an 84 percent completion.

AERA secretary Kim Moir said Inglewood was a big ride away from the normal, in terms of the response and the fact this event attracted so many international entries.

“The international teams were very embracing of the idea. This is an important step in the growth of the sport.

“AERA registered riders will work towards the Queensland State Championships at Widgee in July, and theTom Quilty in South Australia later in the year.’’

Throughout the weekend there was a sense of achievement in getting together in international competition, and for the those riders from other countries to experience the different make-up of the course to what they are used to … the open Australian bushland with variety of soil types, undulations and creek crossings.

“The courses in South East Asia are really faster whereas here there are more obstacles or unusual landscape,’’ Kim said.

“They are riding other horses than their own - they are trusting that people will give them a good steed.

“And that has been a feature of it - pride from the horse owners that their steed will do well.’’

Event organiser Peter Toft did a massive job in helping organise the event, due in a large way to the international contacts he has made through his years in the sport.

First successful completion over the line was Ashley Cole (NZ), riding Razorback Blue Avatar, in a gallop finish from Catherine Bailey (AUS) riding Bullio Charlotte.

The teams event takes the combined time of the first three of the four riders.

Team placings were: 1. Australia in 18:33:14; 2. Malaysia,18:35:11; 3. New Zealand, 20:36:52; 4. Japan, 22:32:22.

MAKING IT HAPPEN

Managing an international team of endurance riders requires flexibility as well as consistency to overcome challenges of language, culture, riding experience and a different landscape.

Virginia Barber of Mainstreme Endurance at Wondai was tasked with co-ordination of the Malaysian team.

Sitting around the campfire at night after the event,Virginia said the team were good to work with.

“They made me work hard but they are very

They were impressed by the size of Australia. They couldn’t believe the distances ... and they couldn’t believe that we all sleep in our trucks and swags. They wouldn’t do that at home. They always stay at motels. That’s part of the experience … of sitting around the campfire.”

easy to get on with.

“We came here on Tuesday with our own horses for AERA events and I provided one for the teams, but he didn’t get used. He was a back-up and we relied on a few other stables.

“We ended up having to use all of the horses to make it happen. We had to be very flexibleconsistently.

“Any time you think you have it organised it changes - none of the team had ever been to Australia.

“They landed in Brisbane and probably wondered what they had come across ... the country is different to what they were used to at home.

“There was chaos right from Day Dot with Malaysian, Japanese, Chinese and Singaporeans all arriving.

“They were impressed by the size of Australia. They couldn’t believe the distances ... and they couldn’t believe that we all sleep in our trucks and swags.

“They wouldn’t do that at home.They always stay at motels.

“That’s part of the experience … of sitting around the campfire.’’

The teams event is a grouping of four riders - whether junior or open.

1With a red sunrise at the start and warm day, they handled the conditions pretty well, Virginia said.

“They were very easy to deal with - there were some communication barriers as you would expect but the chef could speak English. He would translate the important stuff to the riders.

“They found our riding conditions to be a lot slower than they were used to.They run on sand much of the time. Most of the courses are flat and they usually travel about 17-18 km an hour but here we travel slower.

“On their first leg they usually canter out but here I told them they must trot the first 5km.

“We had a big team meeting before the ride. My job was to ensure the owners (of the horses) were happy as well as the riders.

“My main concern was that the horses were being treated correctly. We said a 5km trot and to do 14km an hour. I had to make sure they didn’t want to go too fast, too early.

“This is the first role as a manager and my concern was making sure our horses were healthy - ours are not used to travelling at this speed. It’s more 12km to 14km an hour here.

“All of our riders got through, that’s the main thing. At least they adhered to what I said.

“Many times over the ride I had to reinforce that we are here to finish.We are not here as individuals - we are here as a team and you have to look after your horse and finish.

“It’s important to listen to instructions and

ride to instructions.

“You have four riders and it’s the top three times that are counted.

“The team members were happy to have the ride, let alone to finish second.

“They’ve been happy the whole time.

“It was a cool experience - tiring, challenging but I loved it and would certainly put my hand up to do it again.’’

A RIDER’S STORY

For Gympie rider Sherry Lowe, the 80km event was the highlight of her sporting career.

That and gaining her Tom Quilty buckle in the 2022 Gold Cup at Tooraweenah in New South Wales.

The buckle is awarded to those who complete the 160km ride in 24 hours.

At Inglewood, Sherry was riding Ramalea Phantom - one of Fiona Fenech’s horses.

A 6am start saw the ride in darkness for 45 minutes, with low cloud overhead and very little rain during the morning.

“They were great conditions for the horses,’’ Sherry said. “It gave us the ability to get the horses recovered quickly and through the vetting area after each leg.

“For rural showgrounds, the Inglewood community and team have really improved the venue to be able to host large numbers for that event.’’

Two New Zealand riders setting out at sunrise. 411915

Pictures: SARAH SULLIVAN PHOTOGRAPHY

Team New Zealand. 411915

Virginia Barber of Mainstreme Endurance at Wondai. 411915

The first two hours on the first leg it was a flatter track than many courses in Queensland but it still has its challenges … deep sand at times, small washouts and “whoa boys’’ … ridges in the road for water run-off.

The course also lends itself to be able to move along at good speeds. Sherry averaged 16.2km for the first leg, 15.5 on the second, then 17.5km an hour on the final leg.

Intermittent showers on the second leg brought challenges for the strapping team but they performed brilliantly, Sherry said.

“Having that designated strapping area of an express lane for horses that have been travelling well, then the team areas, was a good concept.

“About half a dozen of us went out within a short period of time and 10km through the final leg we were close together.

“That’s when the weather really picked up … we were not just competing against other riders but against the elements.

“It was getting very sticky underfoot. Water was running off the track.

“It was like riding through a whirlwind for the last 2km, and when we got to the finish line the tent was unrecognisable.’’

Sherry took out overall line honours as well as winner of the middleweight division. Imbil rider Matt Sample was second across line and first heavyweight.

Ash Christofis and Karen Winkel finished equal first in the lightweight division.

Sherry started riding in primary school and her first AERA ride was as a junior in 1999.

“This, for me, is if you talk about work-life balance - some have a gym membership, others go on a park run or spend time with friends - this gives me that.

“It’s something I can share with family, with friends.

“Endurance is a family sport.To complete is to win … this has been more about the horse’s journey than mine.

“The Queensland State Championships are at Widgee and I have set my sights on that, they are right in our back yard.

“To train and ride an incredible horse in

such tough conditions is one thing … you are not just competing against other incredible riders, but personally.

“Riders such as Matt Sample, in which we contested a gallop finish. Matt really lifted me.

“This has been one of my greatest sporting career highlights.’’

RESULTS

Australasian Regional Endurance Championship 100km:

1. Australia: 18:33:14: Catherine Bailey and Bullio Charlotte, Eadie McWilliam and Harry Who te, Sarah Parker and Cooroora Allyjah, Emma Ireland and Kurrajong Aces.

2. Malaysia: 18:35:11: Mohd Saari and Beersheva Djeishah, Mohd Emboog and Bullio Gold Son, Mohd Rally and Cameo Felspar, Mohd Hashim and Splendacrest Clara.

3. New Zealand: 20:36:52: Susan Latta and Allusion TA, Helen Graham and Wattle Tree Amir, Ashley Cole and Razorback Blue Avatar, Lucy Allomes and Shanelli Park Phoenix.

4. Japan: 22:32:22: Toshiaki Hirohashi and Emilina, Mifuyu Arai and Drusilla te, Izumi

Nakayama and La Luminiere te, Misaki Nagatsu and Razorback Queen Mamba.

80KM EVENT

· Heavyweight: 1. Matthew Sample, Stirling’s Macca; 2. Jo Barsby, Dumaresq Vaquero. 3. Troy Butler, Falcon Hill Mahbeer.

· Middleweight: 1. Sherry Lowe, Ramalea Phantom; 2. Clea Gaultier, Oso Nerida; 3. Amy Everett, Shellal Blue.

· Lightweight: 1. Ash Christofis, Lightning McQueen; 1. Karen Winkel, Shardell Azeem; 3. Margot Maugeais, Sephora te.

· Junior: 1. Malachi Andrew, Bangalow Park Cobber; 2. Stella Standing, Golden Thunder; 3. Abigail Enstrom, Rhinestone TA. 160KM EVENT

· Heavyweight: 1. Shelley Jones, Shellal Blood Moon.

· Middleweight: 1. Bec Miller, El’Maas Ginger Kisses. 2. Case Clarke, La Belle Amour.

· Lightweight:1.NatashaThackwray,Shakaan.

· Junior: 1. Charlotte

2.

Irwin, Picnic Park Smart Return;

Ruby Grace, Duray Indochine.

Imbil’s Matt Sample takes second place in line honours and first heavyweight in the 80km event. 411915 Pictures: SARAH SULLIVAN PHOTOGRAPHY

Saasha Grogan of Imbil riding S’Shaada Zephyr. 411915

Team New Zealand. 411915

Team Japan riders. 411915

Team New Zealand. 411915

Catherine Bailey and Bullio Charlotte. 411915

Team Australia: Sarah Parker riding Cooroora Allyjah, Emma Ireland riding Kurrajong Aces, Eadie McWilliam riding Harry Who te and Catherine Bailey riding Bullio Charlotte. 411915

The teams set out at sunrise on leg one. 411915

Another tight win

By Jerry Lewis

The Sunshine Coast Rugby Union Premiership continues to deliver nail biting finishes with 3, 5 and 7 points separating teams in last Saturdays 3 matches and only 9 points separating 1st and 4th on the ladder. Rugby returns to Sunshine Beach this weekend when the Dolphins take on Caboolture in another must win match.

For the Ray White Noosa Dolphins, their 48-45 victory at Caloundra has secured second position on that ladder, only 2 points behind leaders University. In a match that saw 14 tries scored, both sides displayed patience and resilience for the full 80 minutes and an additional 8 minutes of injury time. In the end though, it was the sole penalty kick of the day by the Dolphins that proved the difference on the scoreboard.

Whilst try counts were the same, the game plans by each side were polar opposites; the Lighthouses relying on their huge forward pack bashing and barging whilst the Dolphins prepared to spread the ball between backs and forwards using the width of the field. The styles were no more evidenced than in the match statistics that saw 6 of the 7 tries put on by the Lighthouses scored by the tight five whereas the Dolphins shared the spoils more evenly, 4 to the forwards and 3 to the backs. Notwithstanding the closeness of the score, Dolphins coach Jim McKay was very happy with how his side performed. ‘We are finally getting into the type of football we want to play. They did some really good things out there today, and whilst we have a long way to go, I can see our plans coming together’ McKay said.

The Dolphins got a way to a flyer with centre James Wilson-Bishop taking advantage of a solid set piece scrum to score under the posts in the first minute of the game. The Lighthouses were quick to hit back, pressuring the Dolphins with raid after raid eventually piercing the defence through the middle closing the gap to 7-5. In response, the Dolphins held possession putting together a number of phases before Noosa Jock Hannson picked up a loose ball running 70 meters to score and put the Dolphins 14-5 ahead at the 20 minute mark. Caloundra hit back with two further tries giving them the half time advantage.

The second half was no less thrilling, with the Dolphins taking the lead back after 5 minutes. Will Christie again taking advantage of the sold Noosa scrum, scooted from the scrum base, feeding the newest Dolphin Joey Caputo

with a neat pass, Caputo then gifting an open tryline to Josh Munro to score. A second try to the Dolphins was quickly responded to by Caloundra with the teams going try for try. With 5 minutes of regular time remaining, and the score 41-40 in Noosa’s favour, Dolphins Captain Levi Shaw took advantage of excellent lead up work to score out wide and the conversion by Ross Magnus appeared to have the Dolphins safely home 48-40; if not for the dreaded injury time. At the 84th minute mark, well into injury time, a cross-field kick by Caloundra resulted in a further try, narrowing the gap 48-45. The restart was not good for the Dolphins, failing to regain possession however dominant defence and a forced error was enough to hold out.

Dolphins Kye Atkinson was a standout across all aspects of the match with dominant attacking runs and impeccable defence earning him the KB’s Player of the Match. Josh Munro and Joey Caputo also in the points.

The Ray White Reserve Grade again left

their victory to the final seconds with a penalty goal to take a 22-10 victory that has kept them on top of the ladder. Coach Rocco Perugini was impressed in the persistence that his charges showed, despite not being able to convert good phases into points at critical times.

Veteran Jay Moffat continues to defy father time in his KB’s Player of the Match Performance, with captain Reon Fortington, Hernan Gispert and Conrad Trotman also impressing.

This Saturday, both sides take on Caboolture at home in matches that must be won to retain their ladder positions. ‘In such a tight competition, we must keep on improving and putting wins on the board’ coach Jim McKay said, urging all the Dolphin Supporters to get to the matches.

Matches this weekend

· Reserve Grade 2pm

· A Grade 3.30pm

For all the updated information and team announcements go to the Dolphins Facebook page.

Tigers back at Weyba Road this weekend

By Julian Pitts

The Rococo Noosa Tigers are back home at Weyba Rd this Saturday as all four of our Senior grades face heavyweights in their respective divisions.

Our Senior Men face back to back defending Premiers Aspley at 2pm whilst our Senior Women go up against one of the flag favourites Sherwood from 4.45pm.

And whilst the ladder positions of both our Senior sides is not where you’d wish it to be, I can guarantee that there is plenty of work behind the scenes being done to ensure that 2025 is year of contending.

Just the key signings of names like Archard, Conn, Freeman, McCarthy and Rich over the past week is a terrific testament of what Senior coach Matty Luenberger and his football department are doing.

The debutants already this season sets the Tigers up for the future as our local boys taste the standard of QAFL footy whilst having the nurturing and mentorship from blokes who succeeded at the elite level. This writer absolutely loves what the Men’s footy department are bringing to the table and can’t wait to see how it ends up.

Our Senior Women also just bring a superb energy to our footy club. And while it’s been a harsh initiation into higher division footy, already through the leadership of Women’s co ordinator Jen Wood, coach Tunza and skipper Kellie Barker the hard work has started to build on in 2025.

The support our Senior women continue to give our youth girls teams coming through is just outstanding. Love hearing that several of

Tigers are back at Weyba Rd this Saturday.

them have been helping out at Auskick each Monday night. Some fantastic standards being set by our Senior Mens and Women’s groups which is just so good to see.

Progressive Media Award Votes

Men

· M.Conn 27

· C.McCarthy 16

· J.Freeman 14

· J.Fitzpatrick 13

· M.Johnston 10

Senior Women

· R.Mills 24

· K.Barker 12

· A.Partridge 10

· J.Ladewig 9

· L.Vaughan 9

See you at the footy!

Go Tigers

Part of the journey

Noosa Aquatic Centre (NAC) high performance swimmer Nicholas Sloman has qualified for his first Olympic Games in the 10km Open Water Swimming event.

Nick has been training at the NAC under the watchful eye and direction of legendary NAC Swim Squad coaching director John Rodgers (JR) for more than 11 years.

NAC coordinator Tim Wilson said Noosa Aquatic Centre was thrilled to be a part of Nick Sloman’s international swimming career, and proud of Nick’s development from a junior squad swimmer, to representing Australia.

“Nick absolutely epitomises the ethos of the Olympic Games. He has trained hard, set goals, stayed patient, and performed when it mattered most to achieve his Olympic dream,” he said.

NAC squad coach and recently appointed Olympic team coach open water events Kareena Clark will be on hand to support Sloman during the upcoming 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

Kareena is well accustomed to the pressures of the Olympic Games, given her bronze medal performance in the same 10K Open Water event at the 2021 Tokyo Olympic Games.

Kareena is also Nick’s long-term teammate and she’s enjoyed witnessing her training prodigy follow in her footsteps and develop into an international swimming representative.

Following her retirement, Kareena has been working under JR as a key member of Nick’s coaching team.

Mr Rodgers said everyone at the NAC was thrilled to watch Kareena’s swimming journey and transition into coaching.

“And now she has the incredible opportunity to become an Olympic Swim Coach,” he said.

“We are also extremely happy for Alexa Leary in gaining Paralympic selection in the 50 and 100 metre freestyle S9 and 10 classification.

“We watched her efforts in the rehabilitation stage at the NAC following her tragic injury - what an inspiration she is!”

In the lead up to the Games, Nick will be a part of a national staging camp in France, before heading into the Olympic Village for final preparations.

Nick Sloman will realise his Olympic dream when he enters the Parisian waters in the early morning hours of Friday 9 August.

Captain Levi Shaw was again outstanding.

Kareena Lee and Nicholas Sloman.

Talking Sport

Ron Lane

Man behind the scene

With this being State of Origin time, what could be better than a story of a man who was there right from the very start. His name is Chris ‘Choppy’ Close, and he went on to became one of the most respected players and administrators, Queensland has produced: and who would be better to tell the story than two lifelong friends, Noosa Surf Club Old Boys, Liam and Tommy Duggan.

According to Liam, “Choppy would be the first person to deny it, but he was instrumental in making State of Origin the compulsive TV viewing that the game has become.” Choppy was born in Rockhampton February 5, 1959 and when his parents, his father was Police Sergeant, were posted to Proston the two families, the Close and the Duggans (who were in the cattle business) became good friends. It was only a short time before Chris began sharing his school holidays on their property.

Choppy started showing exceptional football skills even as a junior, and after progressing quickly to the senior ranks, he accepted an offer to Valleys in Brisbane. Prior to this, while playing for Cunnamulla in 1978, he scored 52 tries. The rest is now history: played Amco Cup and for Queensland in 1979. Then in 1980 the big one: chosen in the Australian team to tour New Zealand.

‘’Most of us,’’ said Liam, ‘’That prior to 1980 the selection process for NSW and Qld was based on residency. In other words, players played for the state in which they lived, and as NSW lured many of our best players to Sydney, with their poker money, Queenslanders found themselves playing three interstate games against Queensland teams, liberally sprinkled with the best of our Queenslanders players.

Senator Ron McAuliffe recognised the inequity in this arrangement and battled tirelessly for selection to be based state of origin not regency. In 1980 and despite a very negative and virulent Sydney press he got his wish so it was agreed that the last game of that series would be based on state of origin not residency. The reaction in Sydney was predictable. Bob Fulton stated, “As far as I am concerned it is strictly a non-event, and will achieve absolutely nothing. “ The inaccuracy of this statement was mirrored in most of the Sydney press. But Sydney was not done yet.

In the Queensland dressing room before the game, Ron McAuliffe told the team, “The future of the game is in your hands. If we are beaten tonight we cannot retreat to any other position, we must win!!!” We hadn’t won a game in the past five years. Lose and the idea of games based on origin selection would be lost too. Queensland would continue to be the whipping boy, year after year for NSW teams: that could be in theory, be made up entirely of Queensland players.

It was time for Qld to stand up and following in the footsteps of their Man of the Match, Choppy Close, they belted NSW into submission. They outplayed, outfoxed and outfought them, for the entire 80 minutes, winning 20 to 10. It was the night that QLD rugby league was born. That night, I was at Lang Park and cheered as loud as anyone. Little did I realise, that the little 15-year-old kid we had to lead around on a pony at Japara (cattle property), was the totally fearless juggernaut who repeatably trampled NSW opponents into the Lang Park turf.

Choppy Close was the outstanding player of two teams of champions. But most important he gave 33,000, mostly Queenslanders, something we’d rarely had before - the chance to play NSW off an even break. It was a night to remember and for Queensland and Choppy to back up the following year, with a repeat performance of 22 to 15 proved that Qld was not just a one trick pony, but an adversary that would never say die. NSW was to learn that disdain, bad sportsmanship and stacking the deck, has long lasting repercussions

But who could have guessed that this new concept called State of Origin, was destined to become the most important, most talked about and the must win of the Rugby League

calendar.

Following a distinguished playing career (3 tests 14 State of Origin, 2 successive years, 1980-81 Man of the Match) Choppy took on the role of Queensland Team Manager under a number of different coaches such as Mark Murray, Wayne Bennett and Paul Vautin: and his motivational speeches became legendary. He took his desire to win, his ferocity, his belief in his teammates and his never beaten attitude from the playing to the dressing room. It was here that his self-doubt was dispelled, displaced with an iron clad will to win and a heightened sense of both themselves and their team mates.

It was his continued involvement in the code, after his retirement that saw him awarded The Australian Sports Medal in the year 2000.

The game went 80 minutes and Queensland played every one of them, particularly the last 10.‘It was here,’ that according toTV commentator, Ray Warren, ‘Queensland scored miracles not tries.’ Through all this success and adulation, Choppy has never lost his humility, his basic values instilled in him by his parents, and a strong love and belief in his beloved Queensland. In effect he is still the cheeky stirring pain in the butt he was as a 15- year- old!!

However, we consider it a privilege to call him our friend.

And remember, meet the man himself at the next Noosa Old Boys gathering: Noosa Surf Club Saturday 3 August 3 at 12 noon.

Rugby League

Another good weekend of Rugby League for the Noosa Pirates. Third Grade saw Noosa defeat Palmwoods 46 to 0. Consistency is what the third grade is now chasing after the big win against Palmwoods. “We controlled the game from the kick off,” said coach Michael Duff. Halfback Lachy Gladman steered the team around the field leading to a number of tries. Front rower Keegan McKinnon scored a double and hooker Carson Lawrence crossing for a hat trick.

The dominant performance keeps the side fighting in the hunt for a top spot on the ladder when they play Caloundra next Saturday. Unfortunately, there was no game for the reserve grade side as Stanley Rivers were forced to forfeit due to lack of players. Reserves will also play Caloundra next Saturday also for a top spot on the ladder.

In the A Grade Noosa defeated Stanley Rivers 38 to 12. This was another big crowd at Pirates Park to celebrate the sponsors round. We started the game fast scoring in our first set by

Rohan Masser running over his opposite centre to score. For the next 20 minutes we struggled with compounding errors and penalties allowing Stanley Rivers to score twice. Our halfback Corey Herdegen then cut through the Stanley defence to put Jai Ballinger over for his first try in the game.

We went into half time down 12-10. The boys knew where they had to do better in the second half and they really pulled their socks up. Stanley couldn’t stay with us for the next forty minutes as we piled on a number of tries, Ballinger scoring his second for the afternoon, and debutante Ashar Buckman crossing the line for a hat trick in his first A grade game. Replacement centre Alden Stafford -Johns scored a great try from backing up five-eight Matt Craven.

I was really happy with our second half performance: again, our fitness and execution was too strong for Stanley Rivers. We now turn our focus on playing Caloundra at home next Saturday. This will be a tough game as they are finding form, so we really have to turn up from the get go.

Next week we talk to Woogie Marsh coach of the Noosa Barbell Club, who made their mark at the recent AWS Oceanic Weightlifting League Event.

Pirates Ashar Buckman scored a hat trick of tries on his debut.

Life of Brine

Phil Jarratt - philjarratt.com

Celebration of surf flicks

Described by its founder Jesca Maas as “a celebration of surf culture through film, music and art”, the Noosa International Surfilm Festival is set to turn Noosa Junction into a surf culture hub from 8 to 11 August, with screenings from film-makers around the globe, Q and A sessions with directors and surf stars, and thought-provoking forums over four days and nights.

Noosa Event Cinemas will host the screenings, New York Minute Burger Bar will be the home of the Festival Club and the Noosa Surf Museum will host the forums.

Jesca says that since moving to Noosa she has found inspiration in the region’s natural beauty, a driving force behind her decision to settle here. As an avid ocean enthusiast, her connection with the environment runs deep, complemented by her passion for holistic health and wellbeing.

An accomplished event manager with a postgraduate certificate in arts and entertainment management, Jesca has a rich portfolio of successful events, including the IronmanWA Carnival, acclaimed Australian film festival CinefestOZ, and the creation of the Yallingup Surfilm Festival, which broke new ground when it ran in Western Australia in 2010 and 2012, with attendees from all over the country and the world, as well as from the surf-mad locals of the Margaret River region.

The Noosa International Surfilm Festival is a competition for shorts and features, with submission criteria being that “all films must have an inspiring story, be that humanitarian, environmental, health and wellbeing, spiritual or travel-based”. Awards will be offered for best feature, best short (maximum 30 minutes), and best cinematography. The submission period has just closed, and Jesca reports that the quality of the films is high.

She is also excited about the distinguished judging panel, including journalist and author Tim Baker, film-makers Jon Frank, Mick Sowry, Nathan Oldfield, Lauren Hill, Spencer Frost, and local new talent Hunter Vercoe, as well as local surfing identities Kirra Molnar, Peppie Simpson and Cr Tom Wegener.

Says Jesca: “The Noosa International Surfilm Festival will be a dedicated gathering for surfers and enthusiasts of surf culture and the ocean. Our aim is to celebrate and explore the rich surf culture that has been an integral part of the Noosa region for many years, bringing together Australian and international surf film-makers and artists to showcase their work, providing a platform for diverse influences on surf culture from around the world. In addition to celebrating surf culture and the arts, our festival is committed to raising awareness of environmental and social issues in meaningful ways.”

The full rollout of festival screenings is still to come, but a couple of flicks I’m really looking forward to are Ishka Folkwell’s Calypte, the saga of Torren Martyn and Aiyana Powell’s voyage of discovery in Indo and Indian Ocean waters, which has had rave reviews, and Channel Man, Nicholas Cupelli’s biopic on the late and much-lamented Newcastle Col Smith, a

brilliant surfer and channel bottom pioneer. And in the program of intriguing short and very short films is one on my very short and inspiring little mate HunterWilliams, a surfing renaissance man in the making at 10 years of age. Can’t wait to catch that one. For all info and to get your tickets and merchandise go to noosaisff.com.au

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Note: A little birdie tells Brine that early bird

tickets (10 per cent off) are still available until the end of this weekend, ahead of the full program launch from 1 July.

The EOFY surf sale

Everyone is having an end of financial year sale, so I thought I’d get on the bandwagon, but the reality is I eliminated a storage shed from the equation and need to get rid of a bunch of surf memorabilia treasures that are making my passage from home office to kitchen difficult if not impossible.

Stuff’s got to go and among it I have old and rare books, new books signed by the author, surf mags, photos and art, surf movies on DVD, a few original art pieces, framed and unframed, Hawaiian shirts, comp tees, and even a bit of as-new camping gear. Do yourselves a favour, as Molly used to say, and rock along for a gander. Crazy prices, cash or card. Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 June, 9am-1pm, 4/19 Munna Crescent Noosaville.

NSFF founder Jesca Maas. Picture: SUPPLIED

Huge crowds at a pre-festival NSFF screening. Picture: SUPPLIED Panellist and councillor Tom Wegener shows he’s no slouch.

Picture: SUPPLIED

Film-maker, surfer and environmentalist Lauren Hill.

Picture: SUPPLIED

One of the treasures at the EOFY surf sale this weekend, rare mint copy of Mr Sunset, 1997. Framed cover of the debut edition of Australian Surfers Journal, 1998.

Col Smith at Pipeline in his prime, 1977.

Picture: CRAIG FINEMAN

Beautiful offshore fishing

With the exception of a bit of rain, conditions offshore have been beautiful for a number of weeks now and the swell has remained manageable for the most part.

Tin Can Bay has been firing this week with some outstanding golden and giant trevally taken in the deeper parts of Snapper Creek and all the way round to Norman Point.

Surface presentations like the Bassday Sugapen’s have been working well early morning and late afternoon.

As the sun gets a little higher, golden trevally have been taking well-presented smaller micro jigs.

You may need to upgrade the assist hooks on your jigs to deal with a powerful golden.

Beach worms fished on a light-running sinker rig with a long fluorocarbon leader have accounted for some nice whiting along the banks around Alligator Creek.

Quality flathead have been caught around the banks near Carlo Point and Kauri Creek mouth on the run-out tide, as well as the flats in front of the Skatepark and Snack Shack.

The Power Bait Nemesis plastics fished close to the bottom have claimed some quality lizards, and drifting whole fish baits like frogmouth pilchards on a small set of gangs has also been a productive method for targeting some nice-sized fish.

Squid are still hanging around the moored boats along with trevally while a lot of the creeks have reports of grunter bream and chopper tailor.

Inskip has seen school mackerel and longtail tuna move in while not far out the pelagic’s are running rampart with reports of amberjack, kingfish and spanish mackerel being caught in waters around the 30-50m mark.

Along the beaches, some nice gutters are forming in the outgoing tide so it may be worth taking a bigger rod and going for some of the regulars like flathead, whiting, dart, bream, and tailor.

Try a mixed batch of bait, with worms working well for pretty much all species, but the bigger models are more likely to target some pilchards or whitebait.

Now that the full moon has passed over the weekend, the jew should liven up quite a bit along the beaches.

Inland at Borumba, bass are still schooling deep so slow-rolling crankbaits or metal blades are the most preferred method, however soft plastics rigged a little heavier is also a viable option.

Saratoga have been active on the surface of an afternoon.

Subtlety is the key at the moment with the cooler conditions, so slow rolling or short tweaks with long pauses are going to be the most effective means of hooking up.

The Mary has seen a lot of sooties lately, and as per regulations, make sure to dispatch these humanely.

Please, don’t return them to the river as they’re not native to the area and are detrimental to the cod and other endangered species that call the Mary home.

For all the latest information log onto www. fishingnoosa.com.au for up-to-date bar and fishing reports, don’t forget to drop into Gympie’s newest tackle store “The Tackle Shop”, Tackle World Noosa, and Northshore Bait & Tackle in Marcoola for all the right equipment, bait and advice to get you catching.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook and remember Tight Lines and Bent Spines!

STAY ACTIVE in Noosa

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

TOUCH FOOTBALL GRAND FINAL

Check out the Noosa Touch Football Grand Final on Saturday 22 June at 31 Butlers St, Tewantin. There will be a licensed bar, Chef Mikey’s Burgers, pork roast spit, coffee van, raffles, some great touch football and a lot of fun.

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 bowls every Tuesday afternoon at 12noon and Saturday morning at 8.30am. There is no need to book, simply turn up. For further information contact Maureen (club president) on 0419 588 661.

MAGZ JAZZ

Increase strength, flexibility, energy and wellbeing. Dance exercises and stretching. Learn new dance moves and routines to inspired music. Jazz and Latin style dance keeps the body moving, mind agile, memory working and spirit lifted. Tuesdays 8.30am - 10am in Tewantin. Phone Margaret for details on 0425 269 988.

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 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.

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.

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 aroundtheworld,onFridaysfrom10-11.45am 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.

Inshore reefs have provided quality snapper, grassy sweetlip and cod with a few cobia in the mix.

While out a bit further, around 200m pearl perch, jobfish, flame snapper and bar cod are being pulled up.

One of many longtail tuna caught on Fishing Offshore Noosa Charters.

PROPERTY

A LOT TO LIKE ABOUT WATERFRONT LIVING

PROPERTY MATTERS

ERLE LEVEY

IT’S a stunning home … one that has a really nice feel about it and with plenty of room for the family.

Monique Sommer of Reed & Co is taking the four-bedroom waterfront house at 18 Seahorse Place, Noosa Waters, to auction on Friday, 5 July.

First time on the market since built in the late 1990s, it has two living areas … upstairs and downstairs.

“You could move straight in,’’ Monique said.

With three bathrooms, three-car parking, pool and jetty, the north-facing home capitalises on both the water views and the natural light.

It goes to the market at 12pm on the Friday.

There are high ceilings throughout and a separate office overlooking the pool.

The modern kitchen featuring Bosch stainless steel appliances blends seamlessly with the living and dining rooms that open onto the outdoor deck overlooking the jetty.

Upstairs is the extensive main bedroom, with a balcony and water outlook, ensuite and walk-in robe.

The additional two bedrooms both have built-in robes while a second living space flows to the outdoor balcony.

There is a downstairs bedroom overlooking the water.

The property goes to auction at 1pm on the Friday.

Another property Monique is marketing is a five-bedroom, two-bathroom house on 1515sq m at 17 Tingara Ct, Tewantin.

In the Noosa Banks estate, it features high ceilings throughout, multiple living zones and in-ground pool. It is listed at offers over $1.80m.

SUNRISE AUCTION SUCCESS

The three-bedroom beachside apartment at 2/41 Tingira Cres, Sunrise Beach, attracted three registered bidders on Saturday and active bidding.

Negotiations with Tom Offermann agents Zoe Cooke and Tracy Russell continued over the weekend and a contract was finalised Monday morning for what is believed to be in excess of $2.2m.

The successful bidders were from interstate, having had Noosa property interests for a considerable length of time.

The apartment is one of three in the building and offers single-level living with a beautiful aspect, ocean outlook and lots of wrap-around deck.

It was offered fully furnished and with approval to short term let.

COMFORTABLE LIFESTYLE

There’s been a lot of eyes on property in Peregian Beach with some size to it.

Zoe Cooke of Tom Offermann Real Estate has just listed 82 Lake Vista Dve, Peregian Beach, that offers two residences on 5008sq m.

Minutes to the beach and a serene block of land, Zoe said it offered excellent infrastructure, fruit trees, and positioned at the end of a quiet road with a wonderful community feel.

Listed as a forthcoming auction, the two residences offer seven bedrooms, four bathrooms and nine-car garaging.

A private circular driveway leads to the main residence with four bedrooms, each with good-sized robes.

There are two bathrooms, including an ensuite in the main bedroom with a walk-in robe.

A light-filled, open-plan kitchen, dining, living, and lounge room lead out to a wraparound covered verandah.

The kitchen is equipped with sweeping benchtops and quality appliances, while there is 14kW zoned ducted Daikin airconditioning, LED downlights and high ceilings.

The modern and fully self-sufficient second home offers three bedrooms with easy access to two bathrooms.

An open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area are connected by a covered spotted gum deck to the bedroom wing.

There is split system air-conditioning and multiple outdoor decks.

The property includes two double carports and a three-car shed, 3-phase power, established gardens and fruit trees.

SERENE OASIS

Enjoy front-row seats for stunning sunsets at a near-new home in Peregian Beach that has been designed by Icon Building Design.

Tracy Russell of Tom Offermann Real Estate has listed the property at 53 Parakeet Cres for sale by auction on Wednesday, 10 July, at 2pm.

It offers three bedrooms, studio, two

bathrooms and pool on 1018sq m.

“This is such a beautiful home,’’ Tracy said. “There are amazing views.

“It’s one of those places you just walk into and know you’re home.’’

Immaculately presented, it offers 270-degree views including to Lake Weyba, Noosa National Park, Sunshine Coast hinterland and the ocean.

It features a calming neutral colour scheme, quality open-plan, white stone kitchen, hardwood timber floors, and abundant natural light filtering in through the many picture windows.

Built over two levels, this home has been creatively designed to enjoy the beachside lifestyle. The north-facing saltwater pool with sun-drenched deck offers a large entertaining terrace and private courtyard.

There are three spacious bedrooms on the main level including a brand-new main bedroom suite with 2.7m-high ceilings, sky-lit bathroom and a stunning outlook to Lake Weyba.

The lower level includes a workshop and a spacious air-conditioned studio with inspiring views - ideal for working from home, teenage retreat, a fourth bedroom or dual living potential.

The manicured grounds feature garden lighting, dozens of thriving native, fruit and other trees that attract abundant birdlife and song.

A four-bedroom, three-bathroom, three-car waterfront house with pool, jetty, at 18 Seahorse Place, Noosa Waters, goes to auction Friday, 5 July, at 1pm. 411975

A four-bedroom, three-bathroom, three-car waterfront house with pool, jetty, at 18 Seahorse Place, Noosa Waters, goes to auction Friday, 5 July, at 1pm. 411975

A four-bedroom, three-bathroom, three-car waterfront house with pool, jetty, at 18 Seahorse Place, Noosa Waters, goes to auction Friday, 5 July, at 1pm. 411975

A four-bedroom, three-bathroom, three-car waterfront house with pool, jetty, at 18 Seahorse Place, Noosa Waters, goes to auction Friday, 5 July, at 1pm. 411975

A four-bedroom, three-bathroom, three-car waterfront house with pool, jetty, at 18 Seahorse Place, Noosa Waters, goes to auction Friday, 5 July, at 1pm. 411975

one-bathroom,

two-bedroom, one-bathroom, one-car apartment at 53/28 Munna Cres, Noosaville,

to auction Saturday, 13 July, at 11am. 413233

Two residences offering seven bedrooms, four bathrooms, nine-car garaging on 5008sq m at 82 Lake Vista Dve, Peregian Beach, has been listed as a forthcoming auction. 413233

WINTER WARMER

There has been a high level of early interest in a two-bedroom garden-side apartment in Noosa Pacific II that Roger Omdahl of Laguna Real Estate is taking to auction on Saturday, 13 July.

The riverside lifestyle offered at 53/28 Munna Cres has obvious appeal to out-oftown investors wanting a Noosa holiday unit for winter breaks and to let at other times, Roger said.

Interest has been mainly from Victoria and New Zealand.

However, several buyers are wanting to live at the apartment.

The fully-renovated apartment occupies a single level on the first floor.

One of 15 in this location, the luxury end apartment is fully self-contained and provides an enviable option to a standalone house.

The covered, north-facing entertaining balcony has views over the pool and tropical greenery of the complex.

This balcony opens from an open plan air-conditioned living, dining and kitchen zone. Both bedrooms also open to a second balcony and there is a lockable storage cupboard, separate laundry and separate toilet.

Noosa Pacific II Resort (Gardenside) provides quality guest facilities, an immaculately maintained tropical garden setting and has high holiday

guest occupation.

A three-bedroom house with studio, two bathrooms and pool at 53 Parakeet Cres, Peregian Beach, goes to auction Wednesday, 10 July, at 2pm. 413233

One of the resort’s premium standard apartments, Unit 53 has been fully renovated, is self-contained, offers excellent fresh presentation, includes quality fittings throughout and is fully furnished.

The resort has a heated pool and spa, fitness centre, full-size tennis court, sauna, and barbecue area.

COTTAGE CHARM

Sheridan Hodgetts of Hinternoosa reports that the four-bedroom Queensland-style house at 23 Wattle St, Cooroy, attracted strong interest at the Friday auction.

On 1012sq m, the beautifully-presented property circa 1930s and restored to tradition, was passed in at auction but

went to multiple offers with three parties immediately afterwards.

It’s currently under contract with interests from the Coolum beachside area.

AUCTION ACTION

SATURDAY, 29 June

Peregian Beach

· 3/18 Peregian Esp: 3bed, 2bath, 2car beachside apartment, 1pm, Tracy Russell 0413 319 879 Tom Offermann Real Estate

Sunrise Beach

· 2 Orient Dve: 3bed, 2bath, 2car house, 12pm, Zoe Cooke 0428 329 291 Roark Walsh 0437 447 804 Tom Offermann Real Estate. ●

A

goes

A two-bedroom,

one-car apartment at 53/28 Munna Cres, Noosaville, goes to auction Saturday, 13 July, at 11am. 413233

2O RIeNT D RIve , SUNRISEBEACH

Do youyearnforthemomentof wakingeachdayto white-capped wavesrollingontothebeach,thefeeling ofsandbetween your toes,surfingtheultimatebreaks, andwalkingthe water’sedgewithkidsanddogs,all beforebreakfast?Do youhavememoriesofarchetypal Aussiesummers whiled awayinholiday houses by the sea,thesoundofsurftunes,smellofsaltyair,thefeel ofsaltytousledhair,kickingoff sandals,beingbarefoot,

andhappyeveryday?Theanswerislovingandliving thedreaminanelevatedbrightwhite classictimber beachhousewithwraparound verandahs,andNEtoSE CoralSeaviews. To capitalloff,OrientDriveisarguably thebeststreetinSunriseBeachandthebeachhouseis amere200mtothesand.

Auction Saturday29June12pm

view Saturday11.30am

Agent ZoeCooke 0428329291 zoe@offermann.com.au

Agent Roark Walsh 0437447804 roark@offermann.com.au

54 SOLWAYD RI V E, SUNSHINEBEACH

Is yourmaxim to encapsulatetheartofSunshineBeach investingandlivingwith asecond-to-nonelocation surrounded by theNoosaNational Park,a mere tenminutes to whitesandbeachesandsurfbreaks. Thinking rare andabsolute investmentopportunity? Nowdoubleit.It’sallaboutprime realestate,asite larger-than-mostinthenearneighbourhoodabutting theNoosaNational Parkatthe rearwith koalasinthe

eucalypts,localbird lifeon-song,andtwo dwellings nestledinwhat couldonlybeperceivedasan extension ofthe floraandfauna-filledpark,withmeandering pathways.

Anewly renovated70’sbeachhouseandanew Canadian-inspiredmid-centuryA-frame come togetherharmoniouslyacrossthe1099sqm,attractinga generousincomethankstoSTA approvalforthesite A

Auction Saturday 6July12pm View Sunday 1.00-1.30

Agent LaurenChen 0412672375 lauren@offermann.com.au

1/5ST EVENS ST REET , SUNSHINEBEACH

Discovertheepitomeofseasidesophistication,with anabundanceofnorth-easterlyviewsfromtheNoosa National Parkheadland sweepingthe CoralSea,and minutesfrom toessinkingintothewhitesand.Loving SunshineBeachdoesn’tget muchbetterthanthis! The strikingbrightwhiteduplexcalled Paperbark, designed by the renownedStephenKidd,iscentered aroundsavvyindoor-outdoorspacesforallseasons

and reasons.Checkoutthesuperhigh ceiling, wallof louvresandbankofdisappearingdoorsmaximizing naturallightwhichseeminglydancesacrossthe travertine flooringandmeldseffortlesslywiththe alfresco nucleusoftheresidence,albeitthewide undercoverterraceadjoiningthelustrouspool.

Auction Saturday6 July1pm

View Saturday1.00-1.30

Agent Roark Walsh 0437447804 roark@offermann.com.au

Agent TiffanyWilson 0468922519 tiffany@offermann.com.au

1/18 HENDERSON ST REET , S UNSHIN EB EACH

Easyto be totally captivated by thetrulyspectacular, 180-degreeeagle’s eyeviewsweepingacrossthe luminousturquoiseofthe CoralSea,wherewhite tipped wavesandpopularsurfbreaksare off thehook andmajestichumpbackwhalesare makingtheirannual migrationnorth.Addlocationofbeingmere minutes to thesqueakywhitesandofSunshineBeachaswellas thevibrantvillage,andthishighlydesirablewhole floor

sub-penthouseisnextlevelandallclass. Comeinside.Beenthralled by thegenerosityofwellappointedlivinganddiningareas.Admirehigh ceilings, travertine flooring,thesenseofspaceand tall wallsof glass,seeminglydisappearingandmorphingindoors out, to theundercoverterrace,wheredrinkinginthose viewsisso everyday.

Auction Saturday 6July2pm View Saturday 10.00-10.30

Agent Roark Walsh 0437447804 roark@offermann.com.au

&3

Thebeachside stripofHastingStreet isknownfor itslaidback coastalvibe,glowwormtreelightsand sophisticatedarray ofsassyboutiques,galleries,cafes, barsand restaurantsalmostonthesand,whileinthe veryheart,aretwo super cooldual keyapartments–yes, adoublefortuityfor ashrewdinvestor. ThinkLagunaBayandNoosaMainBeachonyour doorstepandfamousNoosaNational Park aboardwalk

stroll away. Turnleft atespresso centralakaAromas, openthesecure gatesoftheSebelNoosaand take the meanderingpathwayfringed bywaterfeaturesand pools, to thequietside.

Forget thelift,bothapartmentsareontheground floor. Bothhave hadidenticalmakeovers andrefurbishments, howeverthereare naturallydifferencesrelated to area andbrands.

Auction Friday12July12pm View Saturday &Wednesday11.00-11.30

Agent AdamOffermann 0475804467 adam@offermann.com.au

139 BLANCKENSE ER OAD, BLACK MO UNTAI N

Admiredramatichillsidesandvalleyssculpted by nature’sbestverdantofferings,bein aweofa stunninglymajesticandsensitivelycrafted centrepiece perchedsublimelyon apicturesquehillsideofBlack MountainEstate.Thesubstantial residencestealsthe limelight,blendsperfectlyintothenaturalterrainakin to anationalparkwith walkingtrails,haspostcard views ofthe countryside,andisfashionedwithcleverdesign

responses. Frommultiple fireplacesin extensiveliving andentertainingspacesindoorsandout, to poolwith hydrotherapyspa,luxury studio,creativelylandscaped gardens, certifiedbaysand storagefacilities,numerous ecofeaturesincludingoff thegridliving,andmuch moreensuring asafe,secureunrivalledlifestyle 5-minutesfromthecentreofCooroy

Auction

Friday12July2pm

View

Saturday 2.00-2.45

Wednesday12.00-12.45

Agent CameronUrquhart 0411757570

cameron@offermann.com.au

29 GRANT ST REET , NOOS AH EADS

Thesecret isout. Lookbehindtheintriguingwhite facadealmostshrouded by palms,takethe walkway to theloftybespokeglassdoorsandpreparetobe infatuated.If youthinkyou’veentered agalleryof idiosyncraticartand avant-gardedesign youcouldbe right.Onemoment,it’selegantandlushlyglamorous, allcocktail-coolwithanafter-five air,whilethenextit castsoff itsbestdressandbecomes awarmandvital

backdropofabundantlivingareason twolevels.Doors seeminglydisappearandblurthelines to outdoors and avastundercoverterraceontheupperlevel,anda lustrouspoolwithstone terraceonthemid-level.Both areveryprivateand exemplifytheadageofluxuryis meantfor everydayliving.

Auction Friday12July3pm

View Saturday11.00-11.30

Agent RebekahOffermann 0413044241 rebekah@offermann.com.au

Agent Michael McComas 0447263663 michael@offermann.com.au

3/54 PA RKROAD , NO OS AH EADS

The excitementispalpable.Admiresweepingviews acrossLagunaBaytobeyondthe ColouredSands, wavespeelingoff First Point,lustfulbeach,glistening waters and verdantNoosaNational Parkonthe doorstep.The cachetofLittle Cove,a worldclass destination,isunequivocal.Theluminosityofthe oceanismatchedbytheinterior. Achicbreezy overlay,polishedmarble flooring,high ceilingsanda

beachymonochromaticaesthetic,createatranquil environment -asanctuaryofluxuryand exclusivity. Sundrenched capaciouslivingspaces coalescewith outdoors,thankstobanks ofsliders,openingtothe north-facingundercoversubstantialmain terraceand pool. Totallyirresistible everything.Theonlylimit,as they say,isthehorizon.

Auction

Saturday 13July1pm

View Saturday &Wednesday 10.00-10.30

Agent NicHunter 0421785512 nic@offermann.com.au

4B ENNETSAS HR OAD, NOOSAHEADS

First impressions count,especiallywiththis contemporary coastal-stylehomefeaturing anaturaltonedpalette andfunctionaldesignthroughout.The layoutoffersmulti-generationalfamily’sspaceto connect,entertain,and retreat,allwithin abeautiful structure.Enjoyanenviablelifestylein aprestigious estate with alakeand recreation/natureparks accessibleviathe walk/cyclewayopposite.Thehome’s

north-easterly-facing courtyard,provides aserene settingformorningcoffeeor eveningsundowners Inside,thespaciousopen-planlivinganddiningareas boasthigh ceilingsandseamlessintegrationwith anall-seasonsalfrescotimber terrace,perfectfor entertaining.Withamplespacefor relaxationand familyactivities,thishometrulyoffersaperfectblend of styleandfunctionality

A 4 B 2 C 2

Auction

Saturday 13July2pm

View

Saturday 10.00-10.30

Wednesday11.00-11.30

Agent

EricaNewton 0410603519 erica@offermann.com.au

5/7 RUSSELL ST REET , NO OS AV ILL E

Ifblissis apretty-as-a-picture apartmentwithmagical northerlyviewstotheNoosaRivermouth, watching boats,theNoosa Ferryandpleasure craft plyingthe waterway fromthegenerousterrace,locatedina privilegedspot20-metres to thewhite-sandshoreline, andthesparklingclearlapping water,thisisit. Alife well-lived,maybea fisherman’sdream cometrueand certainly asageinvestmentopportunity. Insideadmire

howgenerousopenplanlivinganddiningspacesare intrinsicallycalmingandmorphseamlesslytooutdoors, andtheinteriordesignwithplantationshutters and coolpalette withpopsofcolour, continuesthroughout including asecondliving/leisurespace. Easyto baskin thepleasureof findinga holiday-every-dayhaven.

Auction Saturday20July12pm

View Saturday& Wednesday10.00-10.30

Agent ClareSherwood 0423903733 clare@offermann.com.au

Agent PatrickSherwood 0413889130 patrick@offermann.com.au

9/1 QUAMB YP LACE , NOOSAHEADS

Doestheideaofparadise—perfectweather,turquoise seas,andwhite sandybeachesrightat yourdoorstep— sound toogood to betrue?Imaginelivingan everydayis-a-holidaylifestylein athoughtfullydesigned apartmentthatopensfrom yourbalconyontolush grassand asandybeach.

Thelayout combinesconvenience andcomfort,just minutes away fromthevibrant MainBeachandGympie Terrace.Situatedin ahighly covetedriverfrontlocation, itoffersviewsin everydirection.Enjoymodern amenitiesandstylish finishesthatmakethisapartment atruesanctuary.

Auction Saturday 20July1pm View Saturday 1.00-1.30

Agent EricSeetoo 0419757770 eric@offermann.com.au

5/43 LO RIKEE TD RIVE , PE REGIANBEACH

Islivingbeachsidewith asenseofeuphoriaalbeita rooftop terraceand360-degreeviewsof everyshade ofblueandgreen,imbeddedin your romanticpsyche? Betotallyimpressed by thespectacularaddress50m to squeakywhitesandandthefamousPitta Street surfbreak.Be sweptaway withtheundeniablysunny brightandchiceverything,associatedwiththisdream apartment. Take the stairsandsigh.Viewsostensibly

to forever,fromacrossthe CoralSea toMtCoolum, whalesonannualmigration,surferswaitingfor abreak, paraglidersonabreeze,andeachaspectofferinga differentperspectiveonthespectacle. Bycontrast, there’sthesereneNoosaNational Park,hinterlandMt Cooroy andof coursesunsetsare scene-stealers.

Auction Saturday20July2pm

View Saturday10.00-10.30

A 2 B 2 C 1

Agent RebekahOffermann 0413044241

rebekah@offermann.com.au

Agent Michael McComas 0447263663

michael@offermann.com.au

46/6 QUAM BY PLACE , NO O SAHEADS

Embrace sun-kisseddaysandthe carefreespiritof theseasonwithanescape to asunlounge by apool setamongstbeautifultropicallandscapedgardens, blisstimein asauna, agameof tennis,andwhynot a swiminthesparklingturquoiseNoosaRiver,alland morewithout evenleavingthe resort.Openthedoor, cultivate asunnystateofmindandimmediatelybe totallyimpressedwith alusciousjewelbox ofnature’s

fresh coloursandbrightwhitetextures.Intheopen planlivingarea,admirebrightwhite flutedmicro cementwallsandbeautiful Europeanoak flooring.Push backwispylinensheersanddoorstotheundercover tiled terrace,theperfectspotforalfrescolunchesand dinners,also take apeekofthewateronthe otherside oftheculdesac.

TheInteriorsby GreystoneConstructionsandDesign.

Price $1.25M

View Saturday 10.00-10.30

Agent Luke Chen 0417600840 luke@offermann.com.au

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SUNSEEKER TREASURE, MAGNET FOR THE UNRETIRING AND SPECULATOR

LOOK at this absolute treasure, more a shining star, one of only six townhouses on the waterfront of Sunseeker Close, a quiet cul de sac, part of the Noosa Waters’ prestige estate, mere minutes to Noosa Village, also Gympie Terrace and the Noosa River foreshore. Oh, and don’t forget to bring your boat as the long jetty is shared with the neighbour.

Note the leafy streetscape, take the paved pathway and open the gate into the sunny courtyard with a water feature. Inside admire the beautiful refurbishment, how natural light envelops the hallway and eyes are drawn to the oak-hued flooring which extends to the open plan living area.

Thanks to slide-away doors, indoors coalesces with the terrace and suggests entertaining is a breeze. Drinks before lunch on the lawn which abuts the terrace and the waterfront sounds a great idea, or maybe sundowners on the jetty before dinner, are more celebratory.

The bright U-shaped kitchen with stonetopped cabinetry, white-tiled splash back and premium appliances was redesigned with the addition of a butlers-style walk-in pantry, suiting culinary wizards to a tee.

There are two carpeted bedrooms. Downstairs the premier king with wispy sheers and three built-in robes, opens to the courtyard. The ensuite has shiny white tiles laid in various patterns, stone-topped white cabinetry and mirrored cabinetry, plus access also from hallway.

In the void above the timber treaded stairs check out the designer pendant. The bedroom on the south-west side looks over the waterways and has two built-in robes and a wall bed. The fresh white bathroom has a bathtub and skylights, and on the northside is a leisure space maybe an office or guest room. Your choice.

Another innovative part of the renovation was redesigning the garage into a laundry room with an island bench and roof storage, also a workshop with the roller door beside it retained.

With the waterside and a jetty on your doorstep why not grab a stand-up paddle board, canoe or kayak and see the prestigious Noosa Waters’ estate first hand. Alternatively untie the boat and take advantage of the easy access to the Noosa River, Everglades and beyond.

“The much sought-after location means you can also leave the car in the garage,” explains Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Julie Bengtsson.

“Walk to neighbouring Acres with its garden centre, cafe, homewares shops and wellness centre, the homemaker and medical centre, Noosa Village shopping centre, and the Gibson Road precinct where

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there’s a cafe, gym, specialty stores and more.

“Other wonderful reasons for living in this location are its proximity to all the cafes, bars, restaurants, cafes and boutiques along Thomas Street and Gympie Terrace, taking the dog for a walk along the Noosa River foreshore with its plethora of boat hire businesses, watching kids swim in the shallow water or enjoying picnics on the grass or in the numerous gazebos.”

Facts & Features:

· House Area: 138m2

· Waterfront/Jetty

· About: recent renovation; dark oak hued flooring; designer pendant above staircase; fans/aircon; security screens;

living open plan w slide away doors to 2.4mx5.6m terrace; 2 carpeted bedrooms – downstairs premier king w access to courtyard, sheers, 3 x BIRs, ensuite w bright white tiles in various patterns, stone-topped white & mirrored cabinetry; access also from hallway; upstairs bedroom w water views, wall bed & 2 x BIRs; bathroom w bathtub & skylights; leisure space/guest room northside

· Kitchen: U-shaped w stone-topped cabinetry; white-tiled splashback; Electrolux 5-hob gas cooktop + oven; Miele dishwasher butlers/walk-in pantry

· External: 5mx5.5m nth-facing front courtyard w water feature; garage renovated into laundry room, roof storage with

Address: 4/17 Sunseeker, NOOSAVILLE Description: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Inspect: By appointment

Contact: Julie Bengtsson 0418 980 247, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

ladder access & workshop, roller door retained; garden bed off terrace & lawn to waterfront & jetty

· Location: One of only 6 waterfront townhouses, facing across wide reach of Noosa Waters; quiet leafy cul-de-sac w waterside park within precinct; walk to neighbouring Acres w garden centre, cafe, specialty shops & wellness centre; homemaker & medical centre; Noosa Village shopping centre; Gibson Road precinct incl cafe, gym, medical & homemaker; Thomas Street & Gympie Terrace cafes, bars, restaurants, cafes & boutiques; Noosa River foreshore boat hire, picnic/ BBQs, walking/cycling pathways ●

UNBEATABLE VIEWS OVER LAGUNA BAY

DIAMONDS are forever, ostensibly floating above the trees, with world class, unrivalled explosive views along the luminescent sand of Noosa Main Beach and azure waters of Laguna Bay, before sweeping across spectacular Noosa North Shore, Coloured Sands and stretching to Double Island Point.

Picture irresistible Little Cove where the Coral Sea meets rainforest, albeit the forever verdant Noosa National Park with its world-class surf breaks. Feel the sea breeze and capture those unparalleled unobstructed views from an expansive rooftop entertaining terrace of the Bimbadeen residence, which is one of only ten properties on the coveted western side of Allambi Rise overlooking Laguna Bay.

The original Bimbadeen was purchased in 1969, demolished in 2000 and a modern residence designed by Brisbane architect Nick Mandikos & Partners was completed in 2001. It was purposely designed and built to the highest commercial standards, plus take full advantage of the views from most rooms.

From the lush streetscape, the substantial sage-hued residence embraces nearly the full width of the larger-thanmost 885m2 land, is almost shrouded in stands of tropical palms and a driveway which parallels the easement, leads to the garages. Look up and admire all the terraces on each level of the numerous living areas, also the Noosa National Park surrounds, where local fauna including koalas, goannas, kookaburras, and lorikeets often call home.

Finally, after fifty-five years of multigenerational family celebrations, and four generations of memories, it’s a nostalgic farewell to living and loving holidays in an extraordinary, prized location. “Not surprising as it’s a mere 2-minute walk to Little Cove Beach,“ comment Tom Offermann Real Estate agents Michael McComas and Rebekah Offermann, who are taking the property to private auction on Thursday 11 July 2024.

“Nearby is the start of the dedicated pathway through the Noosa National Park to Morwong Drive near Hastings Street, opposite Noosa Main Beach near the Noosa Heads’ Surf Life Saving Club.

“It’s also on the doorstep of the Noosa National Park and world recognised Surfing Reserve, and a few minutes more along the foreshore boardwalk to Noosa Main Beach and Hastings Street with its plethora

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Address: 11 Allambi Rise, NOOSA HEADS

of boutiques, art galleries, bars, cafes and beachside restaurants.

“This opportunity is a tour de force for a savvy investor wishing to own a sizeable slice of paradise in Little Cove, known as a jewel on Australia’s eastern seaboard.“

Private On-Site Auction - Entry reserved for pre-registered bidders only.

Facts & Features:

· Land: 885m2 area w 21.5m frontage to Allambi Terrace & 43m long borders incl driveway & easement

· House Area: 758m2

· History: Bimbadeen, purchased in 1969 demolished 2000; new modern residence designed by Brisbane architect

Nick Mandikos & Partners, completed in 2001; built to highest commercial standards over several levels to take full advantage of views; stainless steel guttering & railings of multiple terraces; double width living & dining space on top floor w access to 2 north & west facing terraces incl rooftop entertaining terrace on the western side w unparalleled views over Laguna Bay & Noosa Main Beach, Coloured Sands to Double Island Point

· About: lower level 3xsingle lock up garages & guest carpark + storage room w 3xstorage cages; mid-level w all 6xbedrooms plus 3xmulti-purpose rooms, 3xlaundrys & 2x drying courtyards; top levels w all living/dining + kitchen, bar and butlers; aircon/ceiling fans;

· Location: 2-mins to Little Cove Beach via adjacent pathway; walk 3-mins to Noosa National Park, & 5-mins via foreshore boardwalk to Hastings Street’s boutiques, art galleries, bars, and beachside restaurants ●

Description: 6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 3 garage

Inspect: By appointment Auction: Private auction, Thursday 11 July, 11am

Contact: Rebekah Offermann 0413 044 241 or Michael McComas 0447 263 663

Photo: Little Cove

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OPULENCE AND STYLE OVERLOOKING LAGUNA BAY

LOOKING over the assure blue waters of Laguna bay all the way to Fraser Island, Picture Point Terraces offers a unique life style opportunity in one of the most sort after coastal resort locations in Australia.

Apartment 6 is a Secluded, very large 3-bedroom apartment terrace apartment of 230m2 located a very short stroll to the beach, shops and cafes of Hastings Street Noosa. Noosa has always been the jewel in the crown on Australia’s Sunshine coast, set amongst lush tropical rainforest with captivating views of the ocean, Noosa National Park, Laguna Bay, North Shore, Noosa River and beyond.

One of the great things about Picture Point Terraces is that it is not in the thick of Hastings Street holiday scene, the property is both close enough and far enough away when you need it to be. Something only the locals understand. With an absolute northern aspect, the captivating views can be seen from the living, kitchen and the main bedroom. The expansive terrace of over 60m2 is perfect for entertaining, steel bi fold doors open all the way across the front of the apartment flowing out to the terrace bringing the outdoor activities and an incredible feeling of space and light.

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is incomparable and an inspection is a must.

Resort Facilities:

· Swimming Pool (heated in winter)

· Secure undercover car parking (1 per apartment)

· Body boards, bucket/spade for beach use

· Private side access to Hastings Street (3-minute stroll)

· Reception/Office

· Security cameras and nightly walk through surveillance for guests comfort

Noosa is a surfer’s dream, this coastal stretch of point and beach breaks is intermingled with sheltered bays and coastline surrounded by pandanus trees. When you visit Noosa and appreciate its natural and cultural attractions, you could be forgiven for feeling like you never want to leave.

There is a great level of privacy from the elevation above the natural tree line. It is a statement in luxury and style. The position

· Fitness centre with sauna, gymnasium & bathrooms

· Lift access to all levels

Address: 6/47 Picture Point Terrace, NOOSA HEADS Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: Price guide $6,500,000

Contact: Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 and Frank Milat 0438 528 148, RICHARDSON AND WRENCH NOOSA

Noosa’s National Park, teeming with wildlife, its forested edges scalloped with perfect beaches, is only a ten-minute walk from one of Australia’s most elegant shopping strips Hastings Street offering stylish restaurants, trendy cafes, bars, designer fashion boutiques just a few steps from the turquoise waters of Noosa Main Beach. ●

50 Tinbeerwah Road, Noosa Hinterland

OFFERS OVER $4,500,000

Experience the pinnacle of resort-style living in the heart of Tinbeerwah, only 15 minutes drive from Noosa. Enveloped by the serene beauty of the sub-tropical landscape, this majestic, pavilion-style estate spans across a sprawling 1.21 hectares (3 acres). Offering a lifestyle of unrivaled refinement and comfort in a residence that must be seen. Create unforgettable moments with your loved ones or unlock the potential for lucrative commercial gains by offering this home as a holiday rental.

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18 Seahorse Place, Noosa Waters

AUCTION

Friday 5th July at 1 PM

Welcome to 18 Seahorse Place, a north-facing home in a much-coveted cul-de-sac of Noosa Waters. This home of generous proportions and ample accommodation is ready for its new owner to capitalise on its fantastic position. Take advantage of its private jetty and proximity to the river precinct and start living your best Noosa life immediately.

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Saturday 29th June at 11 AM

Wednesday 3rd July at 11 AM Monique Sommer 0433 641 158 Adrian Reed

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PINNACLE OF LUXURIOUS LIVING

DISCOVER the pinnacle of luxurious living in this stunning newly built masterpiece, designed by the renowned Trevor Reitsma. This north-facing property invites natural light and air to flow seamlessly through the spaces.

Experience elegance in every corner with high-end finishes throughout, complemented by stunning oak timber flooring. Crafted with an eye for style and functionality, this home represents a perfect blend of comfort and luxury, making it an ideal haven.

· Designed by Trevor Reitsma

· Built in 2020

· Heated pool

· Oak timber flooring

· Ducted air-conditioning throughout

The design and location is ideally situated for the quintessential Noosa lifestyle. It features an open-plan layout that allows for a smooth transition from the living area to the alfresco dining space and built-in BBQ, all set against the backdrop of a sparkling pool and verdant landscaping, all oriented to take full advantage of the north aspect.

The kitchen is the heart of the home and is a true chef’s delight, designed to cater to both the serious cook and the social entertainer. It features sweeping benchtops that provide ample space for meal preparation and casual dining. It is equipped with a zip tap adding a touch of modern convenience. Whether hosting lively gatherings or enjoying quiet family meals, this kitchen combines functionality with style, making it the heart of the home.

This exquisite home offers four wellappointed bedrooms, three modern bathrooms, and a spacious two-car garage. Upstairs there are three bedrooms

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including the master which is positioned upstairs orientated towards the north with a walk-in robe and ensuite. Adding to the opulence of this room it boasts river views. The two guest bedrooms are both equipped with built-in robes and share a bathroom on this level.

On the ground floor, there is a guest bedroom complete with an ensuite.

Address: 58 Hilton Terrace, TEWANTIN Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage

Price: Buyers guide: $2,700,000 Inspect: Saturday 29th June at 11:45 am

Contact: Adrian Reed 0409 446 955 and Taylor Clout 0419 676 554, REED & CO. ESTATE AGENTS

Additionally, on this level, there is a second living area or media room provides a versatile space to relax and enjoy quiet moments. There is also a built-in study nook, thoughtfully designed to provide a quiet and organised space for work or study.

The home has ducted reverse cycle heating and cooling, and ceiling fans for year-round comfort. Outside the property,

there is a gated entry for privacy to the home as well as an outdoor shower and additional storage space.

The property’s location is equally impressive, being just a stone’s throw away from the Tewantin Marina and the vibrant Gympie Terrace, offering easy access to local shops, cafes, and the bustling community life. ●

1 Banksia Avenue, Noosa Heads

BY NEGOTIATION

Nestled in the heart of Noosa Heads, this exquisite 5-bedroom Plantation-style family home offers a perfect blend of elegance and comfort. Situated on a generous 936m2 corner block, this Architecturally designed Tim Ditchfield home promises an idyllic lifestyle just moments away from the vibrant Noosa Junction. Family homes in this location, of this calibre, rarely come to market.

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13 ATTUNGA HEIGHTS, NOOSA HEADS FOR

BED. 3 / BATH. 2 / CAR. 2 / 506M²

Nestled on exclusive Noosa Hill, Attunga Heights is strategically zoned medium density residential presenting a rare opportunity to own a Noosa Heads residence with direct access to Hastings St, Main Beach, and Laguna Bay via a picturesque rainforest pathway. Pristine beaches are a mere 5 minute walk from your front door, as is the vibrant village of Noosa Junction.

Picture yourself savoring the serenity of your elevated deck as morning light creeps over the hills, casting a warm glow over your outdoor oasis. Envision warm summer evenings spent hosting gatherings under the stars, as the sun dips below the horizon in a blaze of glory.

- 506sqm block zoned for “Medium Density” residential development

- A prime redevelopment, renovator's or investor's dream. (STCA)

- Build your dream home, duplex or multiple dwelling development ( STCA )

- The canvas to capture enhanced picturesque views

- Prestigious Attunga Heights Noosa Hill address

- Direct access to Hastings St, via rainforest pathway

- Flat backyard perfect for outdoor play and recreation

- Multiple undercover deck areas ideal for families

- Symmetrical block with approx 20m frontage and 25m depth

coastalnoosa.com.au

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BIRD’S EYE PARADISE: PRIVATE PENTHOUSE

WELCOME to your dream Noosa sanctuary nestled atop one of the highest points along Edgar Bennett Ave, offering a bird’s-eye view with stunning panoramic vistas of Laguna Bay stretching from north to south. This location boasts one of the most breathtaking elevated views you can find in Noosa.

Bali Hai is a charming small complex, and within it, this fully furnished 3-bedroom penthouse apartment stands as a professionally managed gem promising a view that will take your breath away.

Step into a sunlit, contemporary living area seamlessly integrated with a spacious kitchen, perfect for hosting guests. The front terrace invites you to step outside and soak in the sweeping views of Laguna Bay, Noosa North Shore, and the picturesque Hinterland.

As you continue your exploration, you’ll find three generous bedrooms, some with

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private balconies, ceiling fans, and builtin storage, providing both comfort and a tranquil elevated perspective. The master bedroom features an en suite bathroom and a peaceful leafy outlook, creating an

The highlight of this exceptional property is its private rooftop terrace, arguably offering one of Noosa’s most impressive views. Imagine hosting unforgettable

gatherings or simply relaxing in solitude, savoring stunning sunsets and gentle breezes.

Convenience and luxury converge with a large private parking space and a lock-up storage room, perfect for storing outdoor gear for your endless Noosa adventures.

Additionally, enjoy easy access to Noosa’s main beach and Hastings St via a walking track at the end of the street or explore the lively Noosa Junction with its plethora of dining, shopping, and entertainment options just minutes away.

Don’t let this rare opportunity slip by to own a piece of paradise in one of Noosa’s most desirable locations. Embrace the coastal lifestyle you’ve always envisioned, in impeccable style.

For further details and to arrange an inspection, please contact our exclusive marketing agent, Rick Daniel. ●

Address: 12/20 Edgar Bennett Ave, NOOSA HEADS Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: On application Inspect: Saturday 10:00am – 10:30am

Contact: Rick Daniel 0411 737 767 rick@coastalnoosa.com.au, COASTAL NOOSA

A LUXURY COASTAL OASIS

FIRST impressions matter, and none more so than at the luxurious coastal oasis at 6A Margit Crescent, Sunrise Beach. This exceptional home, named Banksia, embodies the essence of low maintenance beachside living, situated in one of Noosa’s most exclusive pockets.

As you approach, take in the charming streetscape, featuring winding pathways lined with bird-attracting sub-tropical shrubs. The serene location offers a strong connection to the pristine Sunrise Beach, just a 400m leisurely stroll away. Imagine mornings by the secluded pool, afternoons in the leafy backyard adorned with native plant species, and evenings in the openplan living spaces that flow seamlessly from inside to out, all contributing to a resort-style experience.

Step inside to discover a space bathed in natural light, with soaring ceilings, floor-to-ceiling glass, and clean, modern lines. The free-flowing design of Banksia harmoniously blends modern earthy materials with sub-tropical aesthetics, creating a serene and private enclave. The open plan living areas, characterized by high ceilings and coastal tones, extend effortlessly to an all-seasons alfresco area. This outdoor space, featuring a wooden fireplace and custom built-in BBQ, is perfect for both dining and lounging.

At the heart of this home is the chef’s kitchen, a masterpiece equipped with Miele

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appliances, an expansive butler’s pantry, and an oversized island/breakfast bar. Entertaining is a delight with the seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living areas.

One of the standout features is the light-filled two-storey void, enhanced by carefully positioned skylights that provide a warm ambiance throughout the home. The primary suite is a luxurious retreat with a stunning ensuite, custom cabinetry, opulent finishes, and a private balcony, offering an oasis of calm and comfort.

The home’s design is elevated with

Address: 6A Margit Crescent, SUNRISE BEACH Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2

Inspect: Saturday 29th June, 9.00am-9.30am and 3.00pm-3.30pm

3.2m and 6m high ceilings on the living level, capturing cool breezes and offering aspects of azure from its elevated position. Practicality is not overlooked, with an oversized double garage featuring a 3.2m ceiling height, ideal for storing recreational equipment or vehicles. Additional amenities include ducted climate control, a 6.6kW solar system, and integrated security and Sonos systems.

“There is so much to appreciate about living here, particularly for downsizers or holiday-makers,” says a representative from JEFFRIES PROPERTY GROUP, the appointed

representatives of this unique abode. “With renowned dining and shopping options, esteemed educational facilities, and community amenities like the Sunshine Beach Surf Club and Chalet and Co nearby, every need is met. The property is also just a short drive from both the Noosa Junction and Hastings Street precincts.”

Adding to the allure of Sunrise Beach is its proximity to numerous schools, the Noosa Aquatic Centre, and worldfamous surfing reserves. With every modern convenience and a prime location, Banksia truly epitomizes low maintenance beachside luxury living.

About: developed by PRIMO PROPERTY; 2-car oversized garage with 3.2m ceiling height, ideal for storage of recreational craft or vehicles; ducted climate control; 6.6kW solar system; integrated security and Sonos systems; bi-fold doors connecting to alfresco space with wooden fireplace and custom built-in BBQ Kitchen: bathed in natural light from floor-to-ceiling glass; expansive island/ breakfast bar; stone-topped benches; Miele appliances including a state-of-the-art oven and cooktop; generous butler’s pantry with ample storage Garden: low maintenance native landscaping, surrounds the house; secluded pool and outdoor shower; leafy backyard with a variety of native plant species ●

ideal retreat.

A Luxury Coastal Oasis

• Discover your own private oasis with a secluded pool and outdoor shower

• Enjoy lush landscaping and a leafy backyard with low maintenance native plant species

• Experience the beautifully appointed, generously sized chef’s kitchen, complete with Miele appliances and an expansive butlers pantry

• Appreciate the free-flowing design with seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living areas for effortless entertaining

• Cozy up by the outdoor wooden fireplace & custom built-in BBQ

• Bask in the light filled 2-storey void with

carefully positioned skylights providing ambience to every corner of the home

• Indulge in the primary suite’s luxurious retreat with a polarising ensuite, customised cabinetry, opulent finishes and private balcony

• 3.2m and 6m high ceilings on living level

• Elevated position to capture cool breezes and aspects of azure

• Benefit from the oversized double garage with 3.2m ceiling height that is ideal for storage of recreational craft or vehicles

• Ducted Climate control

• 6.6kw solar system

• Integrated security and Sonos systems.

INSPECT: Saturday, 29th June 9:00am-9:30am & 3:00pm-3:30pm

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

AGENTS & CONTACT:

Lucas Jeffries 0405 818 219

Pete Fuller 0422 430 300

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RENOVATED BEACHSIDE SUNSHINE

PERFECTLY located within a 100m of the village eateries, and a short stroll to the surf club and patrolled beach, this modern contemporary central Sunshine Beach town house presents as the perfect opportunity to acquire a piece of this premium suburb at an extremely competitive price.

This light filled end unit, nestled amongst the leafy surrounds of Douglas Street, presents as the perfect small house alternative, capturing the true essence of a relaxed retreat by the sea, across two levels of casual sophistication.

The open plan design of the lower level maximizes the feeling of space and airiness, utilizing the natural light to illuminate the residence.

The kitchen, living and dining flows seamlessly onto front patio and gardens, with a bathroom and laundry also located on this level.

The upper-level features two generously sized bedrooms with balconies and serviced by a generous two-way bathroom. The rear balcony is expansive and presents as a perfect location for late afternoon

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drinks or entertaining.

In addition, the unit offers single car accommodation, separate laundry, airconditioning, ceiling fans, and a pool in the complex.

A Sunshine Beach address is always in great demand, so act now and purchase this quality property in one of Australia’s premium beachside suburbs.

For an inspection by appointment call

Rob Spencer on 0408 710 556.

Features:

· End Unit

· Aircon & ceiling fans

· Modern contemporary renovation

· Separate laundry

· Split level townhouse

· Short stroll to Sunshine’s patrolled beach and village

· Low Body Corporate Fees

· Large rear deck

· Pool in complex ●

Address: 1/5 Douglas Street, SUNSHINE BEACH Description: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 garage Price: On application Inspect: Saturday 29 June at 10-10.45am

Contact: Rob Spencer 0408 710 556, SUNSHINE BEACH REAL ESTATE

SUNSHINEBEACHREALESTATE

15MCANALLYDRIVE SUNSHINEBEACH

A 3 B 3 C 2 E

LocatedinoneofSunshineBeach’smostcovetedstreets,isthis charmingduallevelresidenceperfectlypositionedonitseast

facing908m2blocktomaximiseelevation,naturallight,breezes, and asweepingnever-to-be-built-outoceanview.

•Twoseparatelivingareas,office/fourthbedroom

•Privateingroundpoolwithsunbathingdecking

•Backsdirectlyontoprotectedbushlandreserve

•Justtwo-minutes’walktodirectbeachaccess

AUCTION

SAT13JULY24

12PMON-SITE

INSPECT

SAT29JUN 10-10.45AM WED3JUL 10-10.45AM

AGENT

CaitlynMcConnell M:0417637697

13DOLPHINBAYDRIVE

SUNSHINEBEACH

A 4 B 2 C 2

LocatedinprestigiousDolphinBayDrive,hometosomeof SunshineBeach’smostimpressiveproperties,isthisidyllic 4-bedroom2-bathroomfamilybeachhouse.Thissought-after addressiswithinmetersofNoosaNationalParkand ashortstroll tobeach.

•Oceanviews,LandSize624m2

•Incomeproducingholidayrental

•Richtimber floors,highatriumceilings

•Shortstrolltobeachviaboardwalk

FORSALE

ContactAgent INSPECT

SAT29JUN 11-11.45AM

AGENT

ROBSPENCER M:0408710556

BlackMountain

Saturday29thJune

12.00pm -12.30pm528BlackMountain Road 753 $1,695,000 Hinternoosa0415111 370

2.00pm -2.45pm 139BlanckenseeRd 538 Auction

Wednesday3rd July

12.00pm -12.45pm 139BlanckenseeRd 538 Auction

TomOffermann RealEstate0411757570

TomOffermann RealEstate0411757570 Boreen Point

Saturday29thJune

12.00pm -12.30pm45 WoongarStreet 322 PriceGuide$940k -$970kLaguna RealEstate0412043880 CartersRidge

Saturday29thJune

9.00am -9.30am 12 OakCourt4 39 OffersOver$1,595,000 Hinternoosa0415111 370

10.00am -10.30am56 Jubilee Road 214 OffersOver$995,000 Hinternoosa0409953311

CastawaysBeach

Saturday29thJune

11.30am -12.00pm 14/528David LowWay 321 OffersOver$1,395,000 Century21ConollyHayGroup0410512 364 Cooran

Saturday29thJune

10.30am -11.00am41WirrunaDrive 311 OffersOver$995,000 Hinternoosa0415111 370 Cooroibah

Saturday29thJune

12.00pm -12.30pm20AAmarooPlace 633 O/O$2,150,000 ConsideredLaguna RealEstate0402699303 Cooroy

Saturday29thJune

9.30am -10.00am 16 MivaStreet 432 AuctionCentury21ConollyHayGroup0410512 364 1.30pm -2.00pm41MyallStreet 321 OfferOver$839,000 Hinternoosa0415111 370 Doonan

Saturday29thJune

10.30am -11.00am273-289Sunrise Road 534 BUYERSGUIDE$2,150,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505 12.30pm -1.00pm65PheasantLane 424 OffersConsideredHinternoosa0409953311 Eumundi

Saturday29thJune

9.00am -9.30am 7BooniahCourt4 22 $1,300,000TomOffermann RealEstate0428329291 11.00am -11.30am 131MemorialDrive 422 OffersOver$1,349,000Hinternoosa0415111 370 MarcusBeach

Wednesday3rd July

11.00am -11.30am31HawthornGr3 22 $1,795,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0413319 879 NoosaHeads

Thursday27thJune

10.30am -11.00am 11/2noosadr 321 ContactAgentCoastalNoosa0411737 767

Friday28thJune

10.00am -10.30am 12/20EdgarBennettAve 321 ByNegotiationCoastalNoosa0411737 767

10.30am -11.00am27/37NoosaDr 322 Guide$2.99CoastalNoosa0411737 767

2.00pm -2.30pm1/23CoralTree Avenue 222 BUYERSGUIDE$2,585,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505 3.00pm -3.30pm1/28ViewlandDrive 221 BUYERSGUIDE$998,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

Saturday29thJune

9.00am -9.30am 12/20EdgarBennettAve 321 ByNegotiationCoastalNoosa0411737 767

9.30am -10.00am1/28ViewlandDrive 221 BUYERSGUIDE$998,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

9.30am -10.00am522/6 SedgelandDrive1 11 BUYERSGUIDE$900,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0433641 158

10.00am -10.30am 4BennetsAshRd4 22 ContactAgentTomOffermann RealEstate0410603519

10.00am -10.30am46/6QuambyPlace 11 -$1,250,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0417600 840

10.30am -11.00am 13 AttungaHeights 322 AuctionCoastalNoosa0411737 767

10.30am -11.00am4/9Bottlebrush Avenue 221 ContactAgentCentury21ConollyHayGroup0410512 364

10.30am -11.00am5/9Bottlebrush Avenue 322 ContactAgent Century21ConollyHayGroup0410512 364 11.00am -11.30am20 SarahCourt5 34 $3,599,000 TheMcLureGroup0400084975

11.00am -11.30am207/61NoosaSpringsDr 443 $3,250,000

OPENHOMES

Wednesday3rd July

11.00am -11.30am207/61NoosaSpringsDr 443

NoosaSprings

Saturday29thJune 11.00am -11.30am207/61NoosaSpringsDr 443

-11.30am739/61NoosaSpringsDr 443

Wednesday3rd July 11.00am -11.30am207/61NoosaSpringsDr 443

RealEstate0413889 130 11.00am -11.30am739/61NoosaSpringsDr 443 $7,450,000TomOffermann RealEstate0413889 130

Noosaville

Thursday27thJune

11.00am -11.30am3/152-158Noosa Parade 221 $1,170,000NegotiableLaguna RealEstate0407379893

Friday28thJune 12.00pm -12.30pm 18/239GympieTerrace 221 $1,365,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893

Saturday29thJune

10.00am -10.30am5/7RussellSt 221 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0402903733 10.00am -10.30am50/187GympieTerrace 221 O/O$805,000ConsLaguna RealEstate0419332973 10.00am -10.30am53/28MunnaCrescent 211 AuctionLaguna RealEstate0412043880 10.00am -10.30am1/261 Weyba Road 211 $900,000Laguna RealEstate0434236 110 10.00am -10.30am3/152-158Noosa Parade 221 $1,170,000NegotiableLaguna RealEstate0407379893 10.15am -10.30am5/15TheCockleshell 221 CONTACT AGENTReed &Co.EstateAgents0433641 158 11.00am -11.30am 18/239GympieTerrace 221 $1,365,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893 11.00am -11.30am4/5BarbadosCrescent 211 O/O$1,100,000Laguna RealEstate0419332973 11.00am -11.30am95LakeWeybaDr 432 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0468922519 11.45am -12.15pm 17TreasureCove 322 PRICEGUIDE$2,250,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0433641 158 12.00pm -12.30pm65LakeWeybaDr 552 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0410603519 12.00pm -12.30pm2/299 Weyba Road 211 O/O$730,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893

Wednesday3rd July 10.00am -10.30am2/299 Weyba Road 211 O/O$730,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893 10.00am -10.30am5/7RussellSt 221 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0402903733 10.00am -10.30am1/261 Weyba Road 211 $900,000Laguna RealEstate0434236 110 10.00am -10.30am53/28MunnaCrescent

RealEstate0412043880 10.00am -10.30am50/187GympieTerrace 221 O/O$805,000ConsLaguna RealEstate0456 110383 11.00am -11.30am3/152-158Noosa Parade 221 $1,170,000NegotiableLaguna RealEstate0407379893 12.00pm -12.30pm 18/239GympieTerrace 221 $1,365,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893

NoosaWaters

Saturday29thJune 9.30am -10.00am91ShorehavenDrive 432 AUCTION Reed &Co.EstateAgents0409446955 10.15am -10.45am 10The Promontory4 33 AUCTION Reed &Co.EstateAgents0409446955 11.00am -11.30am 18 SeahorsePlace 433 AUCTION Reed &Co.EstateAgents0433641 158

158

Wednesday3rd July

-11.30am

&Co.EstateAgents0433641 158 3.30pm -4.00pm91ShorehavenDrive

PeregianBeach

Saturday29thJune 10.00am -10.30am5/43 LorikeetDr 221 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0447263663 10.00am -10.00am82LakeVistaDve 749

Wednesday3rd July 12.00pm -12.30pm6/31-33 LorikeetDr 322

TomOffermann RealEstate0413889 130 11.00am -11.30am739/61NoosaSpringsDr 443 $7,450,000

11.00am -11.30am312&313/32HastingsSt 331 Auction

11.00am -11.30am29GrantSt4 32 Auction

11.00am -11.30am1/30AlderlyTce 321

TomOffermann RealEstate0413889 130

TomOffermann RealEstate0475804467

TomOffermann RealEstate0413044241

$4,800,000TomOffermann RealEstate0419757770

11.00am -11.30am 6Nairana Rest 432 ByNegotiationCoastalNoosa0411737 767

11.30am -12.00pm 1ArkanaDrive 432 BUYERSGUIDE$1,850,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

12.00pm -12.30pm2224/15LakeviewRise 322 $2,150,000TomOffermann RealEstate0402903733

12.30pm -1.00pm 15 WildAppleCourt4 22 BY NEGOTIATION Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

1.00pm -1.30pm 19 KeyCourt 442 $13,750,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0421785512

1.00pm -1.30pm9/1QuambyPl 221 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0419757770

1.30pm -2.00pm 1Banksia Avenue 533 BY NEGOTIATION

2.30pm -3.00pm8/47Picture PointTce 321 AUCTION

SunriseBeach

Saturday29thJune

SunshineBeach

Saturday29thJune

10.00am -10.45am1/5DouglasStreet 211

ContactAgentSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

10.00am -10.30am1/18HendersonSt 322 Auction

TomOffermann RealEstate0437447804

10.00am -10.45am 15 McanallyDrive 332 AUCTIONSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

10.00am -10.30am 7StevensStreet 322 ExpressionsofInterestCentury21ConollyHayGroup0438259956

11.00am -11.30am 6WildflowerStreet 43 2OffersOver$4,500,000 Century21ConollyHayGroup0438259956

11.00am -11.45am2/3NebulaSt 211 ContactAgentSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

11.00am -11.45am 13 DolphinBayDrive 422 ContactAgentSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

12.00pm -12.30pm30WhaleDrive4 34 CONTACTAGENT Reed &Co.EstateAgents0407 194146

12.30pm -1.00pm 1-2/18BelmoreTerrace 442

OPENHOMES

NoosaHeads

ContactAgentCentury21ConollyHayGroup0410512 364 1.00pm -1.30pm1/5StevensSt 322 Auction

Sunday30thJune

TomOffermann RealEstate0437447804

1.00pm -1.30pm54 SolwayDrive 32 -Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0412672375

Wednesday3rd July

10.00am -10.45am 15 McanallyDrive 332 AUCTIONSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

11.00am -11.45am2/3NebulaSt 211 ContactAgentSunshineBeachRealEstate0754472999

Tewantin

Saturday29thJune

9.00am -9.30am2/15Doonella 321 $1,300,000 Laguna RealEstate0402699303

10.00am -10.30am 3CypressClose 425 O/O$1,575,000 ConsideredLaguna RealEstate0411328488 11.00am -11.30am 103OutlookDrive 434 O/Around$1,350,000 ConsLaguna RealEstate0412043880 11.00am -11.30am 15TinarooPlace 422 O/O$1,100,000 ConsLaguna RealEstate0411328488 11.45am -12.15pm58HiltonTerrace 432 BUYERSGUIDE$2,700,000

12.00pm -12.30pm 5SydneyStreet 432 AuctionLaguna RealEstate0434236 110 12.30pm -1.00pm

PeregianBeach

•Exquisite 3-bedroom townhouselocatedin quiet culdesac

•Grand foyerentry withinviting terracottatilestoopen-plan design

•Downstairsmastersuite withluxuriousensuite creating aprivate haven

•Sunroom,bathedinnaturallight,opens to peaceful garden patio

•Chef’sdreamkitchen, equippedwithtop-of-the-linegas cooktop

•Upstairsretreat with privatebalconyofferingglimpsesofLake Doonella

•Prime proximitytoTewantinVillageand theMarina

•Experiencethe charming,tranquillifestyle“Coppabella”offersand contactBeautoday

3 A 2 B 1 C elegance,CharmandProximity 2/15 Doonella Street,teWantIn Beaulamshed

ForSale OffersInvited VIeW Sat 9-9:30am

HOME FOCUS

THE EPITOME OF MODERN LUXE

PRESENTING Casa D’Aqua (Home On The Water), enter through the electric gate and arrive in the two car garage with internal access to this spectacular residence. No expense has been spared to create a lifestyle aspired to, but rarely achieved. From the electric front gate, heated swimming pool, EcoSmart fire pit, 255 Kilo Polock Lift, gas hot water and cooktop, outdoor heaters, and a full-size pool table. When the party gets started enjoy the indoor and outdoor Sonos surround sound system, a state of the art Solar system has been installed to allow you to enjoy all of these luxuries with no electricity bills.

The residence offers 4 bedrooms, the master on the lower level includes builtin robes and a large twin vanity ensuite, moving to the upper level via the lift, the master bedroom has a walk-in robe and a large twin vanity ensuite with stunning Ralph Laruen lighting fixtures. There are two queen sized bedrooms also on the upper level which is serviced by a large dual entry bathroom, plenty of space for family and friends.

The home features cutting edge technology and is mobility friendly with your very own 2-person lift. You can control TV’S, TV projector, all internal and external lights, Pool light, ceiling fans, Sonos surround sound system, (turn table included so get out your favourite vinyl’s), and speakers all from the comfort anywhere in the home from your iPad (2 included). Or if you prefer old school use switches and remotes. The front electric

HOME ESSENTIALS

gate, garage, outdoor blinds, fans and heaters are remote control, all you need to do is relax, sit back and enjoy what this unique spectacular residence has to offer.

Stay warm on cool nights with the wood burning fireplace and have peace of mind with a multi-functional security system that can be accessed remotely enabling you to check your home from your mobile phone, giving you peace anywhere in the world. There is nothing this home doesn’t include creating an exceptional lifestyle enjoyed by few.

The home was built with the indoor/ outdoor lifestyle front of mind with the expansive open plan kitchen, living and dining areas flowing out through the sliding stacker doors to a world of relaxation or fun, there are so many options. Start in the chef’s kitchen including plumbed in fridge,

gas cooktop, twin draw dishwashers and butler’s pantry offering the entertainer in us all a dream come true.

There is something for every generation in the outdoor area, have a game of pool on the full-sized pool table, sit by the Eco Smart fire pit to keep warm in winter or go for a swim in the heated pool. Relax listening to your favourite music on the Sonos surround sound system, or cook a BBQ on the custom Weber outdoor kitchen including wine fridge.

If you decide you ever want to leave your own paradise, stroll one house down to Noosa’s famous river and throw in the fishing lines or take advantage of what Gympie Terrace’s precinct has on offer with an array of restaurants, cafes and parklands 2 minutes by car from your door step or add on another 5 minutes and

you’ll arrive at world famous Main Beach and Hastings Street.

· 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms plus powder room

· 2 Master’s, one on the lower level

· 255 Kilo Polock Lift with internal phone

· Media room with projector & 2 iPads

· 5 TV’S throughout

· 2 living areas on separate levels

· 3- & 2-Seater recliners

· Ralph Lauren Chandelier

· Heated swimming pool & outdoor shower

· Sate of the art Solar system

· Split system air-conditioning

· Ceiling fans throughout

· Multi-functional security system

· Sonos surround sound system & speakers

· Gas hot water & cooktop

· Custom Weber outdoor kitchen ●

Address: 5 Sydney Street, TEWANTIN Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage, pool Inspect: Saturday and Wednesday, 12-12:30pm Auction: On Site 13 July at 10am

Contact: Anita Nichols 0434 236 110, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

2 A 1 B 1 C D

•Fully renovatedapartment closetothe NoosaRiver

•Light filledluxury, fullyfurnished, air-conditioned,firstfloor

•Openplanliving, dining,kitchen zonesopentofront balcony

•Bothbedroomsopentoa rear balcony

•Lushtropicalgardensettingplus asparklingheatedpoolandspa

•Capture stunning riverand oceanviews fromtherooftop terrace

•Ideal forholiday letting or afantasticliveinlifestyle

•Apartmentsinthisareasellquickly-contact Rogertoday!

AUCTION

OnSite Sat13July11am vIEW Sat& Wed 10-10:30am

RogerOmdahl 0412043880 roger@lagunarealestate.com.au

•GorgeousHamtonstyle renovation,sleekkitchenfresh bathroom

•North facing sunnyterrace,rearcourtyard,private andquiet

•Holiday letapproved,owneroccupy or permanentlyrent

•Stunningpools,tropical gardens, expertmanagement available

•Walktoeverythingexciting aboutthe Gympie Terraceprecinct

•Noosa Ferry, bus at door,easystrolltoshops,boutique andrestaurants

•Only100metres to thepristine NoosaRiver,5 minutes to HastingsSt

•Thisone ticksalltheboxes,bequick to make it yours

FORSALE

O/O$730,000Considered

vIEW

Sat12-12:30pm Wed10-10:30am

Melaniebutcher 0407379893 mel@lagunarealestate.com.au