Noosa Today - 19th July 2024

Festival Stayin’ Alive

By Abbey Cannan

Despite rising costs forcing huge festival cancellations, the Noosa Alive Festival is Stayin’ Alive in its 22nd year thanks to the community and their thirst for the arts, along with volunteers who work selflessly to support artists and live performance.

Renee Stafford from Noosa Alive Festival said, “We feel proud that the Noosa community and local businesses value artist’s craft, the arts and cultural live performances.“

“When a community gathers, it’s the stories retold through live performance that ignite emotions, feelings, provoke thought, and sometimes ignite action.

“We feel NOOSA alive! has been supported by many volunteers over its 22 year history and this is what has allowed the festival to fine tune the execution of the program to ensure it meets the desires of attendees each year.“

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Noosa ALIVE kicks off on 19 July with 10 days of entertainment including the muchloved Meow Meow. (supplied)

Anchors aweigh

By Margie Maccoll

A ‘no anchoring zone’ imposed on the Noosa River 60m from the southern shoreline together with a trial allowing compliant and seaworthy vessels under 5m to anchor in the zone to access shops, services or engage in recreational activities has led river users to voice their concerns to Noosa MP Sandy Bolton. Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ) officers say the new restrictions primarily affect vessels over 5m, which are no longer allowed to anchor within a distance of 60 metres from the shore or be grounded on the shoreline in the area from Lake Doonella to the Garth Prowd Bridge.

Further anchoring restrictions are planned for Woods Bay and Little Woods Bay as part of the progressive Noosa River waterway reforms and additional navigation aids are being installed to better mark the navigation corridor for safer boating, MSQ state.

Ms Bolton said feedback she received from river users has been provided to MSQ and they

have provided assurance that those genuinely engaging in recreational activities and accessing shops and services, regardless of size, are not being targeted as the changes are to see an end to those who have been doing the ‘wrong thing’ and ‘parking up’ permanently in these zones.

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Four Grill’d staff treated after fire

By Abbey Cannan

Four Grill’d staff in Hastings Street have been treated for smoke inhalation after a fire broke out inside the Noosa Heads restaurant on Monday morning, 15 July.

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) area commander for Noosa Command, Matt Swainson said,“There was a fire in a bank of deep fryers which was contained.“

“Crews cooled and extinguished it using dried powder extinguishers.

“The neighbouring restaurant was evacuated and the neighbouring accommodation apartments were placed on notice.“

Man charged with ‘the most horrendous crimes’

Police have charged a 41-year-old man with sexual offences against a child on the Sunshine Coast in 2023 and against another child between 2009-2018 in North Brisbane.

After an extensive investigation, he was arrested on 5 April and charged with seven counts of rape and five counts of indecent treatment of children under 16.

He has been remanded in custody and is due to appear in the Maroochydore Magistrates Court on 19 July.

Police have also charged a 49-year-old Mango Hill woman after failing to report child sexual offences.

Police will allege the woman was aware of the sexual offences being committed by the 41-year-old man but did not report it to police.

The 49-year-old Mango Hill woman was charged on 2 July with one count of failure to report belief of child sexual offence committed in relation to child.

She is due to appear in the Maroochydore Magistrates Court on 26 July.

Sunshine Coast Child Protection Investigation Unit Officer in Charge Detective Senior Sergeant Kerri Della-Vedova said offences against children are one of the most horrendous crimes as they target the most vulnerable in our community.

“Offences against children are a priority for the Queensland Police Service and officers work hard to detect and identify those responsible for these vile acts and bring them to justice before the court,” Detective Senior Sergeant Della-Vedova said.

“The community can assist us with reporting these offences so we can help and protect victims of these heinous crimes.

“This is a reminder of recent legislation that reporting of sexual offences to children is mandatory, and not doing so is a criminal offence.

“Reporting offences, as soon as you become aware of it, limits the possibility of further offending against that child, allows police to intervene and begin investigations.

“However, we do understand that this is a complex and challenging issue and sometimes circumstances may impact the ability to safely report.

“Therefore, we do take each case into consideration before commencing a prosecution.

“It may not be safe or practicable to confront it directly, so by reporting it, you give police the opportunity to step in.

“It is really important for us to educate the community about mandatory reporting of offences against a child, regardless of the relationship, or lack of, that you have with the child.

“Protecting our children is everyone’s responsibility.”

If you believe a child is in immediate danger or a life-threatening situation call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

If you have serious concerns relating to the sexual abuse of a child contact Police link on 131 444 or via police.qld.gov.au/ policelink-reporting

You can also report it in person by visiting a police station and, if needed, ask to speak about a private matter.

Brace yourselves for a full 10 days of exciting entertainment with the Noosa ALIVE festival launching today in the wake of its fabulous Queensland Ballet presentation last week.

The nights may be a bit chilly of late but that’s no reason to stay inside when there’s so much to be enjoyed.

There’s something for everyone with theatre, food, song, dance, arts, film and literature at venues around Noosa.

If you like stay inside The J will host The 7 Sopranos, Aussi musicians in Satu in the Beyond, comedian Tom Gleeson, writer and actor William McInnes, the Timeless Magic of magician Tim Ellis, card artist Harry Milas in Close Encounters, The Ultimate Taylor Swift Show, the enchanting world of The Box Show, Words & Music with John Bell and Simon Tedeschi, cabaret diva Meow Meow, a Murder Village whodunnit, film of the SCSC Showdown Showcase and a writers Crime Forum. Noosa Arts Theatre will host Tell Me on a Sunday.

There’s a party on Main Beach with the Seaside Vibes and Timeless Classics. Enjoy exquisite dining at the Italian Long Lunch at Noosa Waterfront Restaurant, Sensational Seafood at Rickys River Bar & Restaurant and Film with Food with Matt Golinski at The Majestic Theatre. Noosa Springs Golf & Spa Resort will host writers events with sexologist Jodi Rodgers, journalist Chris Masters and crime writer Chris Hammer.

There are student workshops at Tewantin State School. And two free community events, The Musical Garden and Noosa Stars Alive at Lions Park Gympie Tce.

Don’t miss it.

- Margaret Maccoll

Police have charged a 41-year-old man with sexual offences against a child on the Sunshine Coast.

Four Grill’d staff in Hastings Street have been treated for smoke inhalation after a fire. (Adam Bailey)

There was a fire in a bank of deep fryers inside Grill’d which was contained. (Adam Bailey)

MSQ advise that education, empathy and communication with the community is a priority, as well as assisting vulnerable residents.

“From the beginning, we have reiterated the importance of providing supports for our residents experiencing hardship that may be impacted by these changes, and I again thank the MSQ project team who are working hard to make this transition as smooth as possible,” Ms Bolton said.

In the past month Ms Bolton has requested MSQ provide an analysis of existing registered mooring areas and for the results from MSQ’s consultation.

For our liveaboard residents, although it’s never been lawful to do so, it was a priority to ensure that no one would be put at risk of homelessness through the rollout of enforcement and she has been assured that for anyone that has been identified as vulnerable, supports are being provided, she said.

“MSQ is focused on ensuring that vessels do not pose safety or pollution risks in the waterway, and that anchorage restrictions are part of a suite of actions to responsibly manage those that do,” MSQ general manager Kell Dillon said.

“We are aware that there are vulnerable people who may be affected by these reforms,

the new regulations come into effect.

“Education and communication with the community is a priority as the process of implementing the reforms is progressed.”

MSQ has established a dedicated four-person team to implement the Noosa River waterway management plan.

Officers have been actively contacting the owners of vessels within the no anchoring area so they could relocate prior to the start of the restriction and recommend that owners not wait to be contacted and take steps to ensure they are compliant.

As part of the reforms, MSQ will be working to remove vessels assessed as derelict or abandoned.

Members of the public are reminded that if they have a vessel or structure currently stored on the river and MSQ cannot identify an owner, it may be considered abandoned and ultimately removed by MSQ.

If MSQ officers place a notice on your vessel it is important that you contact MSQ as required or your vessel can be seized, removed and disposed of.

Ms Bolton said after two or more decades of our community being frustrated by the poor management of the river, it was an enormous commitment of State Government to acknowl-

course of action and deliver.

“This was a journey of some six years in total – three years from the start of advocacy to the formation of the Noosa River Stakeholder Advisory Committee, and then another three years until the final management changes and timeline were announced,” she said.

“As the community have requested, the shoreline needed to be addressed and that is what is currently underway, and and I thank again everyone who has notified of any issues or concerns.”

Noosa Boating and Fishing Alliance spokesman Andrew McCarthy said members had raised concerns with the new restrictions indicating if your boat is over 5m you won’t be able to land, go for coffee or a paddle over the side, but we understand they won’t be targeting recreational day users.

“We support the objective to reduce the present congestion and free up the river. If they don’t target recreational day users we support that,” he said.

“We’ll never support a situation where members have (for example) got a 6m boat and have to park 60m from the shore and take a dinghy in to get a coffee.”

The big challenge is how do you deliver what the community want - reduce congestion

ists, he said.

The new anchoring restrictions from 15 July include:

Vessels 5m or less, including tenders, will be able to anchor within the restricted area, in order to access shops, services or engage in recreational activities. These vessels are required to comply with all other safety and marine pollution requirements.

Vessels over 5m may access the shoreline to set down and pick up passengers, but are not permitted to anchor or ground.

This zone largely reflects the same area where a speed restriction of 6 knots was introduced in September 2023, with the objective of enhancing safety for everyone using the waterway.

All vessels must comply with the speed limits for this area and not cause obstructions or navigation hazards to other waterway users.

To contact the MSQ team email sunshinecoast.maritime@msq.qld.gov.au or msqnoosa@tmr.qld.gov.au.

Information will be posted to sandybolton. com/noosa360 or for an individual response email Ms Bolton on noosa@parliament.qld. gov.au.

Festival alive and well

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Renee said seeing so many festivals with histories disappear was devastating to not only the community but to the artistic talent in Australia.

“Australian artists are a talent and an export industry. Australian festivals provide artists with a training ground and opportunity to perfect their craft,” she said.

“You don’t become David Williamson or a band like Powderfinger overnight.

“Our Noosa STARS alive! Talent search is one of the events on the program offering Sunny Coasters aged eight-18 a chance not only to win cash but an opportunity to further their craft on stages.”

Renee said presenting an arts and cultural festival was by no means cheap or easy.

“Rising operating costs, performing fees, event infrastructure, production, security, labour/crew costs, travel/ transport, accommodation and insurances, all contribute to the overall costs,” she said.

“The world of festivals is full of risk, and financial, sponsorship, volunteer and philanthropic support is crucial to keep the dream alive.”

Renee said state, federal and local government support would be beneficial.

“We have an international airport, beautiful scenery and plenty of accommodation to service our guests,“ she said.

“A festival requires finances to operate, a return on investment for donors, and a proven formula for a successful program.

“As much as we entice interstate and overseas attendees to NOOSA alive! Festival, it’s the local residents that ensure the extra tickets are sold.

“Noosa adores NOOSA alive!, the arts, beaches, the fresh produce, the National Park and being told a good story through live performance.“

Thirty volunteers are the reason the festival has continued its success in its 22nd year.

“Some of our volunteers have been with the festival since 2002 when David and Kristen Williamson started The Noosa Long Weekend in 2002,“ Renee said.

“The committee are all volunteers despite having their own businesses and jobs to attend to.

“The festival director Ian Mackellar has assisted the festival in-kind for many years apart from the small remuneration he charges.

“Without Ian Mackellar, our volunteers, the business and family foundations who rallied post Covid, this festival may not have survived.

“Kate Hart, Dixie Walters and Marie Lewis are longtime volunteers of NOOSA alive! (and many other organisations) and have steered our brigade of volunteers through the good and tough times.

The Noosa Alive! festival presents 10 days of music, theatre, thought and performances from 19-28 July.

Keep the festival alive while supporting artists and live performance by purchasing a ticket or volunteering at noosaalive.com.au

“We are always looking for more passionate arts lovers who want to give back. Volunteers can apply on our website under the Volunteer Tab.“

Seaside Vibes Music Festival in 2023. (Rob Maccoll). Catch Seaside Vibes on Main Beach from Friday 19 July.

Experience the magic of The Box Show on Wednesday 24 July at The J. (Supplied)

Noosa Alive long lunch in 2023 (Rob Maccoll) Enjoy the Italian Long Lunch on Sunday 28 July at Noosa Waterfront Restaurant.

Festival volunteers at the event in 2023; Pia Vogel, Guy McGrath, Debbie Noyea and Caroline Edginton. (Rob Maccoll)

Discover Timeless Magic with Tim Ellis, one of the hottest magicians in the world on Monday 22 July at The J. (Supplied)

Singer, dancer, Ava, 8, performed Show off at Noosa Stars Alive in 2023. (Rob Maccoll) Stars Alive will be on Sunday 28 July at River Stage, Gympie Tce.

Kate Ceberano performing at Noosa Alive in the Woods in 2023. (Rob Maccoll)

Ballet brings Noosa ALIVE

By Margie Maccoll

Noosa ALIVE Festival burst on to the stage last Friday night with a sensational full house performance that included a world premiere work by Queensland Ballet, a week ahead of the 10day festival which kicks off today.

Marking an 11-year collaboration between Noosa ALIVE and Queensland Ballet, the performance delivered a formal classical ballet work, Holberg Suite by Greg Horsman, and a world premiere contemporary work, Papillon, by acclaimed choreographer Jack Lister.

The audience was also treated to a discussion with Queensland Ballet’s new artistic director Leanne Benjamin, a principal dancer with The Royal Ballet in London for 21 years, before retiring in 2013 and turning to coaching for her former company and at major companies around the world.

Leanne joined Queensland Ballet at the invitation of its former artistic director Li Cunxin who also attended the ballet in Noosa last week.

Born in Rockhampton, Leanne told the The J Theatre audience she was drawn her back to Queensland Ballet where she had previous coached their principal dancers after following the company’s journey since Li took over.

“I saw the company go from strength to strength. It was absolutely marvellous when Li invited me out to work with the company,” she said.

“I had such a wonderful time with the company.

“It had a real sense of community, a lot of warmth, a lot of love, a lot of hard work from the dancers. It reminded me of who I am and how I’ve always worked as a dancer.

“I always felt such a sense of community in Rockhampton and feel that in Brisbane and feel that here in Noosa.

“This stage reminds me of where I grew up.

“To dance on a stage like this enables you to dance on any stage anywhere in the world.”

When asked about her own career Leanne said it was anything dramatic she preferred to perform, but Romeo and Juliet, a piece she had danced all over the world, held a special place in her heart.

Leanne said there was much to look forward to for Queensland Ballet.

“It’s about how we take something that’s working so incredibly well and take it into its future - just to think about what stories we’re going to tell and what music we’re going to play and what you all will enjoy and want to come and see,” she said.

The festival will deliver a variety of theatre, music, song, literature and food to venues across Noosa, opening today withThe 7 Sopranos atThe JTheatre and a lineup of performers including Australian Idol winner Wesley Dean at the Bendigo Bank Marque at Seaside Vibes on Main Beach.

Throughout the week you can catch Australian talent at Satu in the Beyond at The J or Words & Music, an evening with John Bell of the renowned Bell Shakespeare Company and pianist Simon Tedeschi.

For a bit of magic Tim Ellis will perform Timeless Magic at The J this Monday or be amazed by the card tricks of Harry Milas in Close Encounters.

Take the kids along to The Box Show for some eco-friendly interactive fun or Reputation on the Beach, perfect for a kids party.

Enjoy some delicious dishes at the Italian Long Lunch at Noosa Waterfront Restaurant or Sensational Seafood at Rickys River Bar and Restaurant.

For those who enjoy a whodunnit be part of the action in Murder Village.

Don’t miss a Noosa favourite, Meow Meow, some of the literary events and the chance to see some local talent free at Noosa STARS Alive.

For more information and to book visit noosaalive.com.au

Leonie Cox and Shannon Ichikawa and the children.

Craig Cathcart with Queensland Ballet artistic director Leanne Benjamin.

Former Queensland Ballet artistic director Li Cunxin and his wife Mary. (Rob Maccoll)

Jean Sharp, Margaret Hohn, Tonya Frerrao and Margarita Mandic. (Rob Maccoll)

Noosa ALIVE artistic director Ian Mackellar, Queensland Ballet artistic director Leanne Benjamin with David and Kristen Williamson.

Hotel concerns are raised

By Margie Maccoll

Trust and support to construct a $50m, fivestar 106-room hotel was what Noosa Springs Golf and Spa Resort owner GH Properties asked for from about 200 resort residents who attended an onsite forum last week.

The forum, organised by GH Properties, the Australian arm of Hong Kong property and development firm, Golden Horse Group, gave attendees an overview of the proposed development, the progress of its application with council approval and opened the floor to questions.

There was support from one man who rose to say“this would be magnificent for the whole Noosa and I hope to hell you get it,“ and received some applause, but most residents raised concerns about the development’s impact around increased noise, odour, traffic, bushfire evacuation, biodiversity and the continued use of tennis courts during construction.

GH Australia director Ellen Guan told the forum since purchasing the resort in 2013 GH Properties had invested most of its profits in maintenance and upgrades and there was a limit to their investment based on the current business format but the hotel project offered an opportunity to have a higher standard.

“I see a great opportunity for this place to become the best golf resort, wellness centre, golf destination in Australia with the hotel project,“ she said.

“Are you willing to be open to change? Are you willing to trust us to deliver a better place, a happier, more vibrant environment? Are you willing to work with us together? I would appreciate your support for this development. I see this is something you will be proud of in the future.“

Project manager Phil Starkey whose family were former owners of the resort said the

original master plan for the site included the existing 544 residential dwellings, the sport and recreation area including golf course and tennis courts and a 200-room hotel.

“An important part is a hotel,“ he said.

One attendee reminded him the original plan for the hotel was on the Parkridge site, but they sold that and now wanted to build a hotel on an area zoned open space/recreation.

Mr Starkey said there was “some truth in that“ but told the forum the hotel would deliver many benefits including financial to Noosa Springs and opportunities for an increased standard of service, and it was “not uncommon for these projects to go from one zone to another“.

“The hotel and its guests are important to underpin the financial stability of Noosa Springs in the long term,“ he said.

“The more revenue springs has the less focus on members fee. Financial viability is something very important. I’m not suggesting Noosa Springs is struggling, it’s not, over time these type of facilities close their doors. I’m not saying this will happen, but the overall benefit we’ll enjoy.“

Mr Starkey said to reach its current stage the complex hotel project had taken the efforts of the GH team and a number of consultants, undergone a development application journey before an application was lodged with Noosa Council who engaged their own consultants, reviewed plans, sent it to state government agencies and put it out for public notice. From submissions received changes had been made and the application went to council last year.

“Council officers do an assessment. They have recommended to councillors the application should be approved. That remains their recommendation. We’re still waiting for council to approve the development,“ he said.

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port had made a number of recommendations but a bushfire management plan had not developed at this stage, but had to be developed.

Residents heard a major step in the plan in the event of a bushfire was the intent for residents, guests and staff to not be evacuated off the resort through the only access road in and out but to be evacuated to the clubhouse in the first instance, then on to the golf course.

Several residents raised concerns over increased noise from the proposed hotel from swimming pool activities to events to hotel delivery trucks, some saying noise was already an issue for them from functions, gym classes and the dumping of rubbish.

They were told the acoustics had been measured over a seven day period with receptors at Palms, Oasis and Parkridge and through modelling they determined the noise would increase “by not much more than a whisper“.

In response to the hotel being built on a biodiversity overlay the forum heard the land does sit in a biodiversity overlay but a report had found no evidence of “activity on this parcel of land“ and an offset was offered to created more biodiversity by replacing koala trees on land on the golf course.

One attendee involved in the tennis community said each week 150 junior tennis players used the resorts facilities to train, many players being involved in competitive tournaments, as well as about 200 community members, and asked, if the project was approved, how players could maintain training programs during construction.

The response was that there had been discussions and the intention was to organise something reciprocal with another club but nothing had been organised.

One man said he was concerned “there seems to be an insinuation if we don’t support the hotel the golf course will go backwards“.

“I feel we’re being held to ransom about that,“

he said.

“There’s no threat to support this,“ he was told. “When you add multiple strands of income and diversify as a business you protect it,“ was the response.

Ms Guan said their commitment to the place went beyond the hotel project.

In July 2023 Noosa councillors said no to the development application in a motion unanimously supported at council’s general meeting, with the developer halting the approval progress before a final decision on the application would have been made at its ordinary meeting.

Inconsistencies with the Noosa Plan 2020 that included being outside the urban growth boundary and inconsistent use of land zoned Recreation and Open Space, the clearing of vegetation in a known koala and glossy black cockatoo habitat, noise concerns and odour concerns, confliction with the State Planning Policy by being in proximity to a sewerage treatment plant (STP), were among the reasons given for the refusal.

Councillors also took into account a large number of “valid planning grounds“ raised by submitters indicating “an unacceptable level of impact on the amenity of the locality“ as well as a valid submission from Unitywater identifing potential risks and flow on costs associated with the proposed development in proximity to the STP.

Council officers recommended the development application be approved, subject to conditions, on the site which is zoned partly forTourist Accommodation and partly for Recreation and Open Space.

The development application was before council again last month but the developer again halted the approval progress before a final decision on the application was made. The application is expected to return to council this month or next.

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An artists impression of the proposed Noosa Springs hotel. (Supplied)

An artists impression of the proposed Noosa Springs hotel.

In response to accusations of funding cuts and failed promises on the completion of the Tewantin Bypass Independent Member for Noosa Sandy Bolton says since being elected in 2017 she has achieved more than any Noosa MP regarding the road link since its mention in a Demaining Agreement back in 2000. Addressing this historical issue was one of Ms Bolton’s commitments and after building the case stage one of the Bypass, the Cooroy Noosa/Beckmans Road intersection was completed in 2022.

“This was not an easy undertaking, and as we are seeing currently, the next stage has presented unseen challenges demonstrated by the lack of detailed design funding in this budget, and as reported last month I called on the Minister for Transport and Main Roads, Bart Mellish, to intervene, and expect a response shortly,” Ms Bolton said.

In the 17 years between 2000 and 2017, Noosa had both a Labor MP with a Labor Government and an LNP MP, who was also a Minister when LNP held power.

“As we have seen from when we had two political party MPs, whose respective parties held government during their terms, having this type of representation failed Noosa, and they did not deliver needed historical projects such as the Tewantin Bypass and Six Mile Bridge #7. That more progress has been made since Noosa chose to be independent is a testament to why it is so important for Noosa to remain independent,” she said.

Ms Bolton had an original aim in 2020 to have all three stages of the Tewantin Bypass completed by 2024, however unknown then was that the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) would hand over project management to Noosa Council, creating the involvement of two levels of government.

She said since the completion of stage one, she has requested both TMR and Noosa Council to advise of any difficulties in advancing

stage two, the Noosa Eumundi roundabout end, in order to address the congestion.

At no time from either has there been any indication that there would be delays, only that consideration was being given to tackle both stages two and three together, she said.

“Regardless of the reasons for the delays that have led to this, whether on State’s or Noosa Council’s end, we have reiterated that the Minister must fast-track and fund the require-

ments to get it back on track immediately,” Ms Bolton said.

“However, given recent media (reports) that this is a result of a state decision and failing, including from the LNP candidate who was the Noosa Mayor during that time, I have also requested an investigation into who made the decision to tackle stages two and there together, which would put this project into a funding bracket that required a longer process and po-

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tentially created the situation we are now in.”

Ms Bolton said what the community needed was “solid financial commitments, not broad motherhood statements that mean absolutely nothing” nor that “what is promised is reliant on their candidate being elected as that is “carrot dangling” at its worst”.

“The case has been put, and a failure to deliver demonstrates the flaws I have raised in our systems and politics, which must end,” she said.

Independent Member for Noosa Sandy Bolton. (Supplied)

Vets reopen Diggers Bar

By Margie Maccoll

Tewantin-Noosa RSL Sub-Branch members reopened their Diggers Bar for a few hours last Friday for a BYO alcohol get together as the sub-branch work on a more permanent solution for the operations of the venue.

The sub-branch who own the premises on the corner Memorial and Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin, have taken charge after the recent expiration of its lease and are looking at options for its future use.

“We have a deed in trust,“ sub-branch deputy president Mick Byrne said.

“We have to use it for the purpose it was originally built, for something that supports veterans.

“Having said that another commercial enterprise could come in that pays us rent and that would support veterans.

“Our ideal thing would be have the diggers bar up and running, other people feel differently.

“We’re working with solicitors over a range of options. We’re not going to rule anything out.“

Mr Byrne said after the building had been certified the sub-branch decided to answer calls from members to reopen the bar within their certification limits.

“We run our raffles on a Wednesday afternoon at the Royal (Mail Hotel) - a lot of people say when are we going to have a beer at the Diggers Bar,“ he said.

“So we’re BYO, we don’t have to worry about our license. We can give an update on where we are, on our fighting fund and have a bit of a get together, particularly for the veterans, in their old bar.

“There are a lot of things we have to do if we want to get it operational again.We are looking at liquor license. The aim probably down the track, depending on what happens, we’re look-

ing at opening it up one or two days a week or like this on a Friday and get the diggers back in the Diggers Bar.

“Best option for us is to lease it otherwise we’re doing it all and we’re retired. We’re not

ruling anything out at the moment. A lot of guys want us to do it.

“We could run it as a bar. There are other commercial things we could run it for.“ Friday night was hailed a great success with

the help of entertainer Geoff Hutton donating his time and talent for free to help out.

The sub-branch plan to open the Diggers Bar again next Friday from 4-7pm, BYO drinks with food and entertainment provided.

Another death brings Wide Bay road fatalities to 14

Sadly, one person died in a fatal traffic crash in the Wide Bay Burnett district during Operation Cold Snap, bringing the total road fatalities for the district so far this year to 14 lives, as of 8 July.

That’s in addition to 56 people injured in 45 injury crashes.

Wide Bay Burnett District Officer Superintendent Anne Vogler said, “Our goal is always zero lives lost, so it’s very saddening when we lose someone on our roads.”

“Any life lost is a tragedy so we will continue to educate and enforce to strengthen road safety in our community.”

The Sunshine Coast region also lost another person in a fatal traffic crash during the school holidays, reaching four deaths on Sunshine Coast road’s this year.

Sunshine Coast Highway Patrol Officer in Charge Senior Sergeant Shane Panoho said, “Though school is back, patrols don’t stop here.“

“Sunshine Coast Highway Patrol is committed to keeping Sunshine Coast roads safe

for all road users and will continue to do so each and every day.”

From 22 June to 8 July, Wide Bay Burnett police issued more than 500 traffic infringement notices (TIN) and breath tested more than 6000 drivers.

An example of this occurred on 26 June, during patrols of the Old Bruce Highway in Tuchekoi, southbound, when a Highway Patrol Gympie officer recorded a vehicle driving at 142km/h in a 100km/h zone.

After pulling the driver over, police saw the man’s drivers licence was suspended, his car had bald tyres and he blew 0.070 BAC in a roadside breath test.

The 18-year-old Southside man was issued with a TIN for driving a defective vehicle, worth $309 and a TIN for exceeding the speed limit in speed zone by more than 40km/h, worth $1780.

The man was also issued with a notice to

appear for driving a motor vehicle without a driver licence.

He is due to appear in the Gympie Magistrates Court on 18 July.

Superintendent Vogler said strengthening road safety in the area was a priority.

“School holidays always bring significant increase in traffic volumes across our roads so Operation Cold Snap aims to address that directly,” she said.

“The highlight of the operation for me was to hear about all the conversations police officers were able to have with drivers to create awareness of proven causes of traffic crashes including speed, impaired driving, fatigue, seat belt use, driver distraction and vehicle safety standards.”

Operation Cold Snap also extended to the beaches, with high visibility patrols conducted on K’gari.

From 22 June to 8 July, Wide Bay Burnett police issued more than 500 traffic infringement notices.

WWII veteran Ken Bridges (second from right) joins other veterans and supporters at the reopening of the Tewantin-Noosa Diggers Bar last Friday. (Rob Maccoll)

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Doggy Beach open

Noosa Spit’s replenished Doggy Beach has reopened early after Noosa Council’s sand nourishment project finished two months ahead of schedule.

Mayor Frank Wilkie said the beach protected Noosa Sound from storm swells and offered people and their dogs a much-used recreational space.

“Erosion had a significant impact, but thanks to council’s project team and contractor, Hall Contracting, the river’s flow has been directed away from this recreational area and the replenished shoreline,” he said.

The Spit is an important part of the area’s coastal defence system, so a key goal of the project was to reinforce the spit to prevent the ocean breaking through during significant storm events.

The critical project involved pumping sand from designated collection zones to restore Noosa Spit and also to realign the main channel.

Chief executive officer and director of Hall Contracting, Cameron Hall, said Noosa Council tasked their team with completing the works by the end of September 2024 to protect seasonal migratory birds and minimise the impact on fish spawning and marine plants.

“We’re proud to have not only met but significantly exceeded that expectation, finalising the project in early July,“ he said.

“To achieve this, we planned the works carefully around the tides, stockpiling sand and using both a dredge and earthmoving equipment to position it whenever conditions were favourable.”

Mr Hall said the works had involved dredg-

ing approximately 85,000m3 of sand from a dedicated extraction zone.

Council and Hall Contracting had collaborated with Maritime Safety Queensland to accommodate the needs of recreational boaters throughout the project,” Mr Hall said.

“Ensuring a navigable channel was always accessible was a key priority, and we thank boat users for their support as we carried out these vital works.”

With the nourishment work now complete, the community can once again enjoy this beautiful area with improved resilience and protection.

The rejuvenated Doggy Beach is now open to the public.

Garth Prowd Bridge finished

A $3.5 million renovation of Garth Prowd Bridge at Noosa Heads has been completed, with the bridge now fully operational and open to the public.

The upgrade - part of the Australian Government’s Bridges Renewal Program - received significant funding, with $1.75 million from the Australian Government and $1.75 million from Noosa Council.

Noosa Mayor Frank Wilkie said the bridge was a vital community asset, serving thousands of vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists each week.

“This extensive upgrade is a significant investment in our community and will extend the lifespan of the bridge by 50 years while improving safety for all users,” Cr Wilkie said.

Regional Development and Local Government Minister Kristy McBain, highlighted the bridge’s vital role in Noosa’s transport network.

“The Garth Prowd Bridge is a key part of Noosa’s cycle network and transport corridor, which is why it’s important that as this region grows and attracts more visitors, the bridge remains fit for purpose. That’s why we’re investing in these upgrades, as part of our commitment to partner with local gov-

ernments across Queensland to kickstart priority projects that will have a lasting impact in communities,” she said.

The project included concrete and steel corrosion repairs, protective coating treatments, pile encasement, replacement of the southern walkway’s timber decking, and resurfacing the bridge’s asphalt road. These improvements ensure the bridge remains safe and functional for many years to come.

“As more people choose to visit Noosa or call this region home, the maintenance and expansion of Noosa’s bridge network is critical, which is why we’ll continue to partner with Council to deliver high-priority projects that have lasting benefits for the area,” Regional Development Assistant Minister Senator Anthony Chisholm said.

This is the fifth bridge to undergo improvements in the Noosa Shire over the past two years.

Mayor Wilkie thanked residents for their patience during the construction process.

“I’m gratef ul to the community for showing patience while the bridge wa s under renovation and I acknowledge the collective effort that has resulted in a safer and more efficient transport network for all,” he said.

Our new Noosaville Branch is now open and is packed with features to help make your everyday banking simple and easy, including:

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Contact us today or book an appointment to find out more.

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Garth Prowd Bridge upgrade has been completed. (Supplied)

Noosa Spit’s Doggy Beach reopens after completion of nourishment works. (Supplied)

Major gap in planning

By Noosa Chamber Of Commerce and Industry

Should council be adopting and implementing major infrastructure and planning changes without any consideration of potential economic impacts?

Noosa Chamber of Commerce has been dismayed to hear the answer is yes, according to feedback from Noosa Council town planners.

A great deal of concern is being voiced by Noosa residents and business owners due to the scale and potential long term negative impacts of several projects either recently out for consultation, or soon to be.

The recently released 80 per cent Noosaville Foreshore Infrastructure Master Plan incorporated no economic impact study of the potential impacts of removing over 100 parking spaces from the precinct.

Likewise, proposed rezoning in the Noosa Plan amendments involved no economic impact analysis or assessment of viability to determine if the outcomes are likely, or even at all possible, given land values in some areas.

In the Gympie Terrace, Noosaville precinct the two separate draft plans – the Noosaville Master Plan and the Noosa Plan Amendments - together have the potential to remove 146 parking spaces, in the face of a growing and ageing Noosa population.

In fact, it has become apparent that the two draft plans progressed to public consultation without consultation among the council staff involved - so the total volume of parking spaces potentially being removed was a surprise to council staff too.

The master plan refers to alternate parking available at the Albert Street car park, while the Nooa Plan amendments rezone the space as high density residential.

It is dismaying that local governments are under no obligation to conduct economic impact assessments in such wide reaching pieces of work. Unfortunately the already released drafts of the Noosa River Plan and the Destination Management Plan were likewise without

economic assessment and the likelihood is the final versions will also omit this important step before decisions are made.

Noosa Council recently chose to not put its draft 2024 = 2025 budget out for public consultation.

Again there is no legislative obligation to do this, however, that did not stop consultation being done in the previous Noosa Council term in order to enhance transparency, accountability and community engagement.

It is clear the State Government does not insist on economic analyses of proposed planning scheme amendments as part of the mandatory State Interest Review process.

So, for example, where the planning scheme amendments are promoted as addressing the shortage of affordable housing by requiring 75sqm dwellings, it does not factor in the cost of the land. So how serious is the commitment to affordable housing in the amendments put forward?

In Noosa affordable housing simply does not exist.

Primarily our housing consists of four or more bedrooms with one or two occupants. So building two or three bedroom accommodation for key workers with partners or families is a priority to ensure our aged care, our hospital, schools, police force, etc are fully staffed to cope with a growing and ageing population.

But some of the Noosa Plan amendment proposals just don’t stack up financially and none have been costed.

Who is going to buy an old home in Noosaville for current price of say $1.5 or $2 million, demolish and build three small 75sqm apartments to then rent out for $400 a week?

How will anyone be able to justify a return of just $1200 a week on a capital cost of over $2.5 million? It simply will not happen.

The Noosa Chamber of Commerce calls for real commitment and a realistic approach to increasing affordable housing supply - not just

rezoning existing property which is unlikely to ever to be realised.

The need is urgent as new home approvals have been declining in Noosa for years. The graph near-by shows how little new housing is approved each year, with much of that being to knock down and rebuild four or five bedroom homes as opposed to new builds.

The proposed Noosa Plan amendments fail at the first hurdle - no economic modelling to demonstrate the desired outcome could ever be delivered.

Noosa’s population is ageing more rapidly than elsewhere in Queensland, with the productive 30 to 50 year old age group unable to afford living in Noosa and having to live elsewhere.

Unless Noosa gets serious about increasing housing supply, we will fail as a society because the critical employees Noosa needs to function will not be living here.

To further explore what is going on in our economy the Noosa Chamber has two sessions planned.

The first is a deep dive into what is happening right now in terms of the national, state and local economies. To be held at The Boathouse 31 July and presented by Senator Jane Hume.

Senator Humes’ economic credentials are significant ranging from investment research and private banking with NAB through to management positions with Rothchilds, vice president at Deutsche Bank and policy advisor to Australian Super. Senator Hume is currently the shadow minister for finance.

It is an event not to be missed.

The second event being planned for late August will deal with the State Government’s responsibilities and obligations to oversee sound economic policies of local governments.

Tickets are available via the Noosa Chamber of Commerce website. New members and guests are welcome. Visit noosachamberofcommerce.au/events

Pink stumps day coming up at Kin Kin for all ages

Prepare for a day of unforgettable excitement as Kin Kin and Noosa Council go head-tohead in a cricket match for all ages.

The event follows Kin Kin’s renowned Sunday markets from 8am to midday that are a vibrant introduction to the match to follow.

The competition is always fierce as Kin Kin aims to maintain its winning domination over the council teams.

While it’s all fun on the field, there is a serious side to the competition with all proceeds from the event going directly to the McGrath Foundation, and with some incredible mothers in the Kin Kin community bravely battling breast cancer, any support for the organisation that provides breast cancer nurses, would make a world of difference.

Pink is the theme at the event so don your most dazzling pink outfits and get ready to stand out. Players will be sporting their best tutus for the game, guaranteed to bring a few smiles.

There will be celebrity players this year with chef Matt Golinski and JimmyWilkins on the field for the Kin Kin team.

To satisfy the hunger there will be a barbecue featuring sausages generously donated by Eastwell Farm and cupcakes baked with love by Kin Kin State School. And thanks to Stone & Wood there will be beer to keep you refreshed throughout the day.

Kin Kin’s Pink Stumps Sunday Cricket extravaganza will be held on Sunday 4 August at Kin Kin Oval from 1pm.

Pink Stumps at Kin Kin in 2023 (Supplied)

This graph shows how little new housing is approved each year, with much of that being to knock down and rebuild four or five bedroom homes as opposed to new builds.

Get ready for this trail

Noosa Open Studios is thrilled to announce this year’s exciting events.

Join us for the Noosa Open Studios Art Trail, a 10-day celebration where artists open their studios to visitors from 30 August to 8 September.

You’re invited to kick off the festivities at our event launch and fundraiser auction at the Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre on Friday 2 August, from 5.30-8pm.

This year, we have an incredible line up of artworks generously donated by participating and local artists.

The auction will raise essential funds for marketing this fantastic community event, shining a spotlight on our talented local artists.

This is the perfect opportunity to invest in unique art for your business or home, adding a touch of creativity and distinction to your space. By purchasing artwork, you’ll not only enhance your environment but also directly support the artists and the event itself, helping to foster and sustain the vibrant arts community in Noosa.

Additionally, buying artwork for your business can be a tax deduction, making it a savvy investment for your workplace decor.

Tickets are $65 ($45 for participating artists) and can be purchased by scanning the QR code nearby.

We can’t wait to see you there and share our passion for our community and the arts.

Learn all about Noosa Pengari Steiner School

Mark Tuesday 30 July in your calendar for an opportunity to hear about the classes and programmes that are offered at Noosa Pengari Steiner School, including the centrepiece of the students’ educational journey: the Class 12 project.

Tertiary pathways will also be discussed at the high school information night, which lead to the school’s internationally recognised Senior certificate: the Certificate of Steiner Education (CSE).

Our comprehensive classical high school curriculum aims to develop well rounded human beings with a thorough understanding of themselves and the world.

Through the main lesson programme students learn about botany, philosophy, history, chemistry, economics, major belief systems, Australia’s First Nations history and culture, mechanics, geometry, astronomy and more.

The CSE is an alternative senior secondary qualification which is:

· Recognised as equivalent to QCE

· Approved by the Queensland Curriculum Assessment Authority (QCAA)

· Recognised by the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC)

· Student work is assessed against an internationally recognised standard of achievement. Assessment design is varied and multimodal, students are not required to sit high stakes exams.

· Students engage in a year long selfguided personal interest project which includes practical and research elements. The Class 12 Project has been used by students to gain direct entry

into university.

At the information night, there will be presentations from several key members of the school management team, a chance to hear from the high school subject specific teachers and a presentation from graduating students.

The evening is open to any families: whether they are current school families or not, please bring your questions and your curiosity.

There will be canapes and a welcoming string ensemble at 6pm, with the presentations beginning at 6:30pm on Tuesday 30 July, in the school hall.

Learn all about Noosa Pengari Steiner School at 6:30pm on Tuesday 30 July. (Supplied)

Phillip Rolton’s artwork, who is on this year’s Noosa Open Studios Art Trail.

Find your retirement eden

Discover resort-style living at Noosa Waters as they open their doors for an Open Day on Saturday 20 July, from 10am to 2pm.

This special event is the perfect opportunity to explore their tropical oasis, tour their spacious open-plan homes, have a chat to retirement living experts on hand, and even hear from their current residents about the vibrant lifestyle they enjoy every day.

Enjoy guided tours of stylish and modern two bedroom villas, all with open plan living, and explore the village facilities including the heated swimming pool and spa, gym, library, community centre and barbecue area.

At Noosa Waters, not only do residents enjoy an acclaimed Noosa lifestyle, but they become part of a welcoming and vibrant community of like-minded people who have dis-

covered retirement living as it should be.

Located on the shores of Lake Weyba, NoosaWaters is only minutes away from the iconic Hastings Street shopping precinct, stunning beaches and the Noosa River.

Whether you’re considering a move or just curious, come along and see what makes NoosaWaters RetirementVillage a wonderful place to call home.

· Date: Saturday 20 July

· Time: 10am to 2pm

· Location: Noosa Waters Retirement Village, 39 Lake Weyba Dr, Noosaville QLD

· For more information, call 07 5474 4480 or contact enquiries@sccqld.com.au

· Website: sccqld.com.au/retirement-living/ noosa-waters

You’re invited to our Open Day

• Village Tour

• Home Inspection

• Consultations with Retirement Living experts

• Chat to our friendly team and residents

• Coffee and snacks

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Discover resort-style living at Noosa Waters.

Noosa Waters is only minutes away from the iconic Hastings Street and Main Beach.

See what makes Noosa Waters Retirement Village a wonderful place to call home.

Artist paints to help many

By Abbey Cannan

Artist for Oscar-winning celebrities, Tracie Eaton, has spent a day in Noosa painting locals to help reach her goal of raising $1 million to save children from sex slavery.

Tracie stopped by Depot Cafe in Noosaville last week during her month-long journey through towns across Queensland where she has been collecting stories with videoed interviews.

“I had the best day at Depot Cafe in Noosaville,” Tracie said.

“We met a couple of stand out people. One in particular was a man whose wife and daughter were artists and he was a musician. It was fantastic listening to their journey.

“The weather was great in Noosa and the people were open and welcoming. I had a wonderful time.”

Tracie founded Art for Rescue, an approved fund-raising organisation for Destiny Rescue, a global charitable organisation that rescues children from sexual exploitation and human trafficking and helps them to stay free.

“If anybody has had personal experience with power being forcibly removed from them, or they’re in a situation they never wanted to be, that makes people want to stand up for people who can’t stand up for themselves,” Tracie said.

“I know through my involvement with Destiny Rescue, that Australia is one of the top countries around the world that is unfortunately engaging in that type of activity.

“I think that it’s up to us as a culture, if we’re creating that demand, then we need to stop it. So that’s why I’ve been involved.”

Now that Tracie has completed her fourweek journey, she will spend three months translating the stories into pieces of artwork which bring their stories to life through vibrant colour and form.

Included is the collection of stories and

drawn images from sex trafficked survivors, rescued by Destiny Rescue.

After the completion of the creative process, Tracie’s original artworks will then be exhibited and presented at a charity function, to be held on 9 November at the Home of the Arts (HOTA) on the Gold Coast.

Following the presentation and exhibition, titled ‘The Stories’, a silent auction will be opened to buyers across the world.

The culmination of all these events, inspiration and effort will come to a head in March 2025, when Tracie will personally deliver her

paintings to Oscar-nominated directors, actors and actresses and Los Angeles.

“I got the opportunity to start painting as the exclusive artist for Oscar nominees about five years ago,” she said.

“I love it because it gives me a chance to showcase Australian arts and culture on a global scale.”

She is often referred to as a ‘celebrity artist’ and has created bespoke artwork for Oscar nominees and winners including Hollywood A-listers like Brad Pitt, Leonardo DiCaprio and Charlize Theron.

“This year it made sense being the last year of my commission with them to incorporate it into the Art For Rescue program and help raise awareness to the great work Destiny Rescue is doing on a global scale,” Tracie said.

“Being able to have such high-profile celebrities receiving a piece of art that has been inspired by stories of kids who have been rescued, or stories of everyday Australians that have been a triumph despite trauma, I think it is a gift. I’m excited to see their responses.” · For more information visit artforrescue.com. au

Tracie Eaton is painting to raise funds for children affected by slavery and trafficking.

Tracie founded Art for Rescue, an approved fund-raising organisation for Destiny Rescue. (Supplied)

Awards entries swell

With just under six weeks to go for organisations to enter the 2024 Sunshine Coast Business Awards, this year is set to be a record breaker for local businesses embracing the awards community.

Since applications opened in May, 73 per cent of the total number of 2023 submissions have either been started or submitted. Of those who have entered or started online this year, an impressive 42 per cent are participating for the first time.

The popularity of the awards has grown annually with a 34 per cent increase in entries from 2021 to 2023.

Sunshine Coast Business Awards committee chair Jennifer Swaine said, “We are thrilled to see so many new businesses embrace the community that has been created through the Sunshine Coast Business Awards.

“The awards are in their 29th year and we hope to smash last year’s records as we get excited about our milestone birthday in 2025.

“Later this morning, we are hosting a free online information session and registrations are more than double what they were in 2023. The community who get involved in the awards are very supportive and welcoming of new faces.

“We host a series of information sessions, networking and finalist events as well as our flagship gala event in November that celebrates the grit, determination, innovation and collaboration of our local business community.”

The top ten industries that have got in early this year include business services; hospitality; experiences; professional services; retail; trades and services; education and training; health

and wellness; building and construction.

Swaine said that’s not to say there won’t be a last minute flurry of entries from other industries with the top most popular categories always evolving over the years.

“History tells us we will see more entries come in to reshape the top ten most popular categories with 2023 including social impact, creative industries, advanced technology and clean technology bump further up the list as the deadline looms,” she said.

Back in 2018, the top five categories submitted had health and wellness at number one, followed by retail, professional services, agribusiness and hospitality.

“The maturing of our region, increase in businesses, diversification of industries and the growth of our economy directly reflected in the business awards,” she said.

This year the awards welcomed a new judging chair Wallis Westbrook who brings his senior executive experience to lead the judging panel and process.

There are 17 categories that businesses can enter - each with small and large sub-categories.

The Export and Business of the Year winners are drawn from the winners of the categories. Hall of Fame Awards are also awarded to those businesses which have won their category three years in a row.

Key dates:

· Monday 26 August at 5pm - entries close.

· Thursday 19 September - Finalists announced.

Koala recovers after rocky start to Trauma Season

The Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital is gearing up for an early start to Trauma Season, treating an influx of koalas for lifesaving treatment, including sweet ClancyJoe.

Trauma Season spans from September to February each year when wildlife is increasingly on the move searching for food, water, shelter, or a friend.

It is the busiest and most confronting time for the Wildlife Hospital as patient admissions triple, with animals vulnerable to road accidents and domestic pet attacks.

Clancy-Joe was hit by a car and suffered multiple fractures to his left leg, wounds to his face, a damaged ear canal, and abdominal bleeding. Thanks to the North Coast Veterinary Specialists, a crucial specialist surgery was performed to repair the injuries to the patient’s leg, by placing two plates and a wire to help stabilise the bones.

Dr Ludo Valenza, veterinarian and supervisor at the Australia ZooWildlife Hospital said, “Clancy will be on strict rest for the next six weeks to allow his bones to heal. It will be a long journey, but he is in the best hands under our expert team’s incredible care.”

“Trauma Season for koalas is well on its way due to higher environmental pressures, with 35 koalas admitted in the last month alone,” Dr Valenza said.

“Koalas are already on the move and dispersing to new habitats, in search of mates and food. With increased population growth and the rising number of houses and infrastructure, koala habitat is being cleared at an alarming rate, leaving

our national icons under severe threat,” she said.

The Wildlife Hospital treats all native wildlife but specialises in koalas, having treated these iconic animals from all over the country.

Koalas require specialised treatment, fresh eucalyptus branches every single day, and can cost tens of thousands of dollars throughout their care.

The Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and has treated more than 10,000 koalas since opening its doors.

RSL Sub-Branch searches for WWII veteran

By Abbey Cannan

Lost records have set off the search for the family of World War II veteran, Peggy West, to return her framed medals discovered at Tewantin-Noosa RSL Sub Branch.

Bruce Wilson, member of the TewantinNoosa RSL Sub Branch, said, “I recently came across this framing of WWII medals, including a medal from the frontline in Britain and secret activities during WWII, after searching through our records and memorabilia.“

“We have these medals and photos of her,

but we lost quite a lot of our records in a flood in Noosa some years ago, so we can’t trace this lady’s family.“

Peggy was a Sergeant at Furmston in England and worked in the secret service intelligence.

“Her family would be very proud to have this framed photo and medals, so we would like any assistance if anyone knows of Mrs Peggy West, out of the Royal Air Force in the German Linguist,“ Bruce said.

“I’m sure she would be very proud to take this, or her children, or grandchildren.“

· 10 October - Finalists media masterclass and cocktail reception .

· 9 November - Awards Gala.

Tewantin-Noosa RSL Sub Branch member Bruce Wilson holding Peggy West’s framed WWII medals.

Clancy-Joe was hit by a car and suffered multiple fractures to his left leg, wounds to his face, a damaged ear canal, and abdominal bleeding.

Jennifer Swaine, chair of the Sunshine Coast Business Awards Committee.

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Grateful sailor says thanks

The Noosa Coast Guard volunteers received a grateful visit from a lone yachtsman last week who they rescued in November 2022.

They received a Mayday call from the man who was experiencing severe chest pains and was halfway between Noosa and Double Island Point.

The John Waddams set off to assist and found the distressed vessel north of Teewah Beach.

The yachtsman was then taken across to John Waddams and returned to Munna at high speed, where the patient was transferred to a waiting ambulance.

Meanwhile, two crew members from John Waddams who had transferred across to the yacht sailed it back to Noosa.

The gentleman involved came back to Munna last week and wanted to thank everyone involved.

He said when he had arrived in hospital, he was told that he was suffering from acute internal bleeding and probably only had an hour or so left to live.

Last month, the Noosa Coast Guard were called to assist another medical emergency, aboard a vessel that had been fishing at “The Hards” on an overnight trip.

They had cancelled the trip as a crew member said to be suffering from renal failure needed to get back to shore urgently.

QF5 was requested to provide assistance and the distressed vessel requested that an ambulance be arranged for their arrival.

These services were rendered without incident and the ill crew member was successfully delivered into medical care.

Well done to Noosa Coast Guard!

Teewah and Cooloola management measures identified

The Teewah and Cooloola Working Group (TCWG) has proposed a series of recommendations to improve management of the Cooloola Recreation Area.

In its submission, provided as part of the state’s Cooloola Recreation Area Management Plan consultation, the group has called for:

· An increase to camping and access/permit fees which would be indexed annually.

· A review and upgrade of the QPWS ticketing system and monitoring via an increase in the number of cameras to provide better data for future planning.

· Fees that are received should be used to fund infrastructure in the area.

· Infrastructure upgrades should be in the form of amenities and toilets in select areas.

· Portaloos should be encouraged for day trippers, at least until new infrastructure is in place.

· Online education should be a compulsory condition for purchasing permits and could be in the form of a questionnaire or survey.

· A review of the fire ban for campers needs to be investigated in line with controlled burns to reduce risks.

Convened by Noosa Council, the TCWG includes representatives from Gympie Regional Council plus key environmental, state government, business and tourism representatives.

The TCWG formed in 2018, in direct re-

sponse to concerns raised about the impacts of visitors accessingTeewah Beach within the Cooloola section of The Great Sandy National Park for both recreational beach driving and camping.

Noosa Mayor Frank Wilkie said the submission was an impressive achievement by the members of the Working Group.

“This joint submission is a testament to the Working Group’s respect for different perspectives and willingness to work collaboratively to benefit different communities across the region,” he said.

Cr Wilkie said individual members of the TCWG were also free to provide their own submissions, expanding on their specific concerns.

Gympie Regional Council Mayor Glen Hartwig said the joint submission aimed to deliver improvements for both residents and visitors to the Noosa and Gympie shires.

“The Teewah group has achieved a lot over the years. The need for the group to continue is clear. Changes to camping access at Rainbow Beach has probably exacerbated

the problem at Teewah.

“The work of the group has just begun.

“There is a need for future planning to ensure the changes to access and use of theTeewah area does not simply shift the problem and there is a need to look at other options that can accommodate people who many not be able to access Teewah at some times during the year,” Mayor Hartwig said.

“This group has an important role in protecting the Teewah area and influencing the Government to invest in areas like Rainbow Beach to cater for those displaced by the changes. Simple investment in returning camping numbers at Rainbow Beach to historical levels could have assisted in dealing with the issues Teewah faces,” he said.

“This group’s collaboration is essential to protect Teewah, but not simply by shifting the problem,” Mayor Hartwig said.

“We look forward to working with the State Government to provide further input into how the recommendations put forward by the TCWG could be implemented,” Cr Wilkie said.

Coast Guard vessels John Waddams and Rotary Rescue.

Cooloola Recreation Area management measures identified by working group.

(Supplied)

AROUND THE CLUB

Strength Matters with Bendigo Bank

Join us for a crucial educational session on the importance of strength training, proudly sponsored by Bendigo Bank.

Learn from professional surf Ironwoman and former Coolangatta Gold winner Carla Papac, alongside elite CrossFit Super Coach Woogie Marsh. Together, they will delve into the lifelong benefits of strength training, offering invaluable insights and practical advice for participants of all ages. Attendees will receive complimentary sample bags from LiveLife Pharmacies and Martin and Pleasance, along with free tea, coffee, and protein balls to keep energy levels up.

When Saturday 27th July

Time 11:30am - 12:15pm

Where CrossFit 4566, 15 Lionel Donovan Dr Noosaville

RSVP To secure you spot and ensure adequate catering, please register by texting Danah at 0492 970 507

The Guide

SHORESY

SBS Viceland, Friday, 11.15pm

Forgive the late start time – but the third season of this cult Canadian comedy is worth the wait. Though be warned, with a near-primal appeal, Shoresyis not for the faint-hearted. Letterkennycreator Jared Keeso’s swearing, brawling ice hockey player and the Sudbury Blueberry Bulldogs return for six episodes peppered with punches and punchlines alike as they make their way through the National Senior Hockey Championship. While this might sound like a hyper-masculine, low-brow nightmare, there’s hidden depths here, and Keeso (pictured) plumbs them effortlessly in a season about ageing, injuries and the inevitably finite nature of a sportperson’s career. Settle in for a double-episode premiere.

SISTER BONIFACE MYSTERIES

ABC TV, Saturday, 7.30pm

THE GREAT CLIMATE FIGHT

SBS, Monday, 8.30pm

There’s a time and a place for anxietyinducing docos drilling home the urgency of tackling climate change, but this British two-parter is here to instil optimism that the global obstacle is not impossible to solve… if only politicians would listen. Adding another sense of comfort to this compelling doco is the presence of GrandDesigns’ Kevin McCloud (“Global warming can be stopped”), RiverCottage’s Hugh FearnleyWhittingstall and the business-savvy Mary Portas (pictured), who are putting their famous faces in the ring to nab their government’s attention. These three stars give it their all in movie-length offering, which kicks off with McCloud in a Swedish town to see what a carbon-free life looks like.

PICK OF THE WEEK

It’s hard to imagine there’s much in the way of fun and games to be found in a town called Great Slaughter, but this light-hearted FatherBrown spin-off about the fearless, Vespa-driving Catholic nun with a passion for forensic science manages to make crime-solving a hoot. Tonight, it’s classic farce as detective Sam (Max Brown) and reporter Ruth (Miranda Raison, pictured with Brown) are forced to pose as husband and wife to go undercover at a spiritual couples retreat run by the widow of a missing nobleman. But when a journalist also investigating the disappearance turns up dead and Sister Boniface (Lorna Watson) is taken out of action, their ruse becomes all too real.

Friday, July 19

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News

Mornings. 10.00 Planet America. (R) 10.30

That Pacific Sports Show. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.

1.00 Troppo. (Malv, R) 2.00 The Split. (Ml, R)

3.00 Restoration Australia. (PG, R)

3.55 Martin Clunes: Islands Of Australia. (PG, R)

4.40 Grand Designs. (PG, R)

SEVEN (7)

5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 18. Highlights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. (R) 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 18. Highlights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 The Point: Road Trip. (R) 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 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) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Road Less Traveled. (2017, PGa, R) Charlene Tilton. 2.00 House Of Wellness. (PG) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur.

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Love Your Garden. Presented by Alan Titchmarsh.

8.20 Troppo. (Malv) Amanda finds herself in danger.

9.15 Gruen. (Final, R) Presented by Wil Anderson.

9.50 Hard Quiz. (Final, PG, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson.

10.20 Austin. (PG, R)

10.50 ABC Late News.

11.05 Grand Designs. (PG, R)

11.55 Martin Clunes: Islands Of Australia. (PG, R)

12.45 We Hunt Together. (Malv, R) 1.25 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. Presented by Marc Fennell.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Mastermind Australia. Presented by Marc Fennell.

8.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 19. Embrun to Isola 2000. 144.6km mountain stage. From France.

1.15 Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late. (Mlv, R)

3.00 Focus On Ability Film Festival. (PG, R)

4.10 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 Better Homes And Gardens. Takes a look at Fortitude Valley.

8.30 MOVIE: Enemy Of The State. (1998, Mlv, R) A lawyer becomes the target of a corrupt government agent after he gains possession of a valuable videotape. Will Smith, Gene Hackman, Jon Voight. 11.15 To Be Advised.

12.55 Boy To Man: The Swamp Cowboys. (PGa, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)

9.00 Harry’s Practice. 9.30 Auction Squad. 11.30 Medical Emergency. Noon Better Homes And Gardens. 1.00 House Of Wellness. 2.00 Discover. 2.30 Sydney Weekender. 3.00 Our Town. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes And Gardens. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Mighty Ships. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 12.30am Australia’s Best Backyards. 1.00 Auction Squad.

DOGS BEHAVING (VERY) BADLY AUSTRALIA 10, Tuesday, 7.30pm

Wide-eyed friends with fluffy hair, a playful attitude, a love of long walks and a penchant for cuddles. That’s the dream for most dog-owners but, as British dog expert Graeme Hall, aka “the Dogfather”, knows all too well, the reality is often a drool-stained, barking fiasco. The twinkly, humorous vet returns to Australian shores to train our most rebellious and troublesome mutts in this highly playful and educational series narrated with sass and sparkle by the lively Julia Morris. “I’ll let you into a secret,” Hall cheekily warns: “It’s not always the dogs that are the problem.” Tonight, Old English sheepdog Angus (pictured with Hall) is due for a lesson in manners and a vacuum cleaner needs a restraining order against an obsessed dachshund.

NINE (8, 9)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning.

12.00 MOVIE: You, Me, And That Mountain Retreat. (2023, PGa) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 20. Canberra Raiders v New Zealand Warriors.

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

10.40 MOVIE: In The Heart Of The Sea. (2015, Mav, R) A ship is attacked by a mammoth whale. Chris Hemsworth.

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. (Malv, R) Guests include Kevin Hart, Jodie Comer, Sofia Vergara and Alan Cumming. 9.30 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 10.30 10’s Late News.

10.55 The Project. (R)

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

M) 9.45 The Firm. (1993, MA15+) 12.30am The Cannibal Club. (2018, MA15+, Italian) 2.00 Farming. (2018, MA15+) 4.00 Austin Powers: International Man Of Mystery. (1997, M) 5.40 Hamlet. (1948, PG)

Saturday, July 20

ABC TV (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7) 6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30 Ladies In Black. (Ms, R) 1.20 Sister Boniface Mysteries. (PG, R) 2.00 Books That Made Us. (Malv, R) 3.00 Gruen. (Final, R) 3.35 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 4.10 The Greek Islands With Julia Bradbury. (PG, R) 4.30 Maggie Beer’s Big Mission. (R) 5.25 Landline. (R) 5.55 Stuff The British Stole. (PG, R)

6.25 I Was Actually There: Boxing Day Tsunami. (Ma, R) Firsthand accounts of the Boxing Day Tsunami.

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

7.30 Sister Boniface Mysteries. (PGa) Sam and Ruth go undercover as husband and wife at a spiritual retreat for couples.

8.20 Van Der Valk. (Mav, R) Part 1 of 3. Dutch detective Van der Valk is called in to investigate the murder of a solicitor. As a cryptic note discovered within her jacket alludes to further murders, the race is on to undercover the truth.

9.50 Ladies In Black. (Ms, R) Magda plans a promotion that will challenge the traditional image of Goodes.

10.40 Shetland. (Mal, R) Perez tries to get the measure of Lloyd.

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

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 7.20pm Bluey. 7.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 7.55 The Crystal Maze. 8.45 All-Round Champion. 9.35 MOVIE: Hotel Transylvania: Transformania. (2022, PG) 10.55 Good Game Spawn Point. 11.40 Rage. 1.10am TMNT. 2.00 The Legend Of Korra. 2.20 Shasha And Milo. 2.45 Hanazuki: Full Of Treasures. 2.55 The Next Step. 3.40 Odd Squad. 3.55 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. (R) 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 19. Highlights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Motorcycle Racing. Superbike World C’ship. Round 5. Highlights. 3.00 Gymnastics. Rhythmic World Challenge Cup. Highlights. 4.30 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. 5.30 The Abyss: The Rise And Fall Of The Nazis. (PGav, R) 6.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Winter Challenge Day, VRC Members Race Day and Eagle Farm Raceday. 1.30 Football. AFL. Round 19. GWS Giants v Gold Coast Suns. From ENGIE Stadium, Sydney. 4.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Creek To Coast.

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Amazing Railway Adventures With Nick Knowles: Prague To Budapest. (Return, Ml) Nick Knowles explores three cities.

8.30 Spike Milligan: The Unseen Archive. (Mal, R) Delves into the life of Irish comedian Spike Milligan, a comic genius who was plagued by crippling mental illness, insecurity and a struggle to reinvent what comedy could be.

9.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 20. Nice to Col de la Couillole. 132.8km mountain stage. From France.

1.55 Blinded. (MA15+ds, R)

3.40 Peer To Peer. (PG, R)

4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31)

5.50 The Food That Built The World. 7.30 Impossible Engineering. 8.30 The Nine Lives Of. 10.25 We’re All Gonna Die (Even Jay Baruchel) 12.10am Hudson & Rex. 1.50 The X-Files. 3.35

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) A cricketer is not playing by the rules. An Irishman may have had too much fun at his brother’s wedding.

7.30 MOVIE: Titanic. (1997, R) An upperclass and independent young woman, whose mother is trying to marry her off to a wealthy suitor, falls for a penniless young artist while crossing the Atlantic Ocean on the ill-fated Titanic. Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, Billy Zane.

11.30 To Be Advised.

1.10 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 7. Sydney SuperNight. Day 1. Highlights.

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Drop Dead Weird. (R) Three siblings move to Ireland.

5.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa, R) A look at locations that highlight living well.

7TWO (72)

Day and Eagle Farm Raceday. 5.00 Bargain Hunt. 6.00 Heathrow. 6.30 The Highland Vet. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 12.30am Escape To The Country. 1.30

7MATE (74) 6am Morning Programs. 1.10pm MOVIE: Legend. (1985, PG) 3.00 Wild Rockies. 3.50 NITV News: Nula. 4.20 Going Places. 5.20 Unsettled. (Premiere) 5.50 Kairakau. (Premiere)

Hamlet. Continued. (1948, PG) 8.30 Belle And Sebastian 2. (2015, PG, French) 10.20 A Fish Called Wanda. (1988, M) 12.20pm Austin Powers: International Man Of Mystery. (1997, M) 2.00 Cutthroat Island. (1995, PG) 4.15 Mary And The Witch’s Flower. (2017, PG) 6.10 Sabrina. (1995, PG) 8.30 Gangster Squad. (2013, MA15+) 10.35 Erotica 2022. (2022, MA15+, Polish) 1.10am Late Programs.

6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Running. Gold Coast Marathon. H’lights. 1.00 Bondi Vet. (PGm, R) 2.00 Tina Turner. (PGl, R) 2.30 Getaway. (PG) 3.00

6.00 9News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE: The Magnificent Seven. (2016, Mv, R) Seven mercenaries are hired by a small town to protect its townsfolk from exploitation by an evil industrialist. Denzel Washington, Chris Pratt.

10.10 MOVIE: The Mechanic. (2011, MA15+lsv, R) An elite hitman takes on an apprentice. Jason Statham, Ben Foster.

11.55 MOVIE: Everybody Wants Some!! (2016, MA15+dls) Follows a group of baseball players in the 1980s. Blake Jenner.

2.05 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)

2.35 Getaway. (PG, R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Timbersports. 1.00 Blokesworld. 1.30 Australia ReDiscovered. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Aussie Truckers. 3.00 Drag Racing. NDRC Top Fuel Championship. Round 7. Highlights. 4.00 BarrettJackson: Revved Up. 5.00 Counting Cars. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30 MOVIE: Fury. (2014, M) 10.15 MOVIE: Bastille Day. (2016, M) 12.15am Late Programs.

6am Children’s Programs. 1.30pm Motor Racing. IndyCar Series. Hy-Vee Homefront 250. H’lights. 2.35 Motor Racing. IndyCar Series. Hy-Vee One Step 250. H’lights. 3.40 Motor Racing. FIA World Endurance C’ship. 6 Hours of São Paulo. H’lights. 4.50 Sunnyside. 5.20 MOVIE: Superintelligence. (2020, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Four Holidays. (2008, M) 9.20 MOVIE: The Birdcage. (1996, M) 11.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PGlm, R) A surfer suffers a serious fin chop.

7.00 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) A high-energy kelpie could be the perfect training companion for an eight-year-old girl.

8.00 The Dog House. (PGa, R) A plucky couple consider adopting an American bulldog that likes to throw its weight around.

9.00 Ambulance UK. (Ma, R) In the first of two strike days, North West Ambulance Service loses over a third of its workforce as staff joins the picket lines to strike over pay, working conditions and concerns for patient safety. 11.30 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

NOOSA CHORALE & AUSTRALIAN JAZZ ENSEMBLE

‘All That Jazz”, A Selection of Jazz Favourites. Featuring Brett Iggulden (tpt), Paul Williams (cl/ sax), Chris Ludowyk (tbn), Ian Date (gtr), John Reeves (acc), James Clark (bass) & Rod Gilbert (dms) In Concert With Noosa Chorale, Musical Director Paul Coppens & Janet Brewer (pno). www.noosajazzclub.com/program-tickets THU. 22 AUGUST AT 7.00 PM AND SAT. 24 AUGUST AT 4.00 PM Scan the

Sunday, July 21

(R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Love Your Garden. (R) 2.20 Grand Designs: The Streets. (R) 3.05 Simply Nigella. (R) 3.35 Extraordinary Escapes. (PG, R) 4.25 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 5.05 The Platypus Guardian. (PG, R) 6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 10.30 Outside: Beyond The Lens. (PGa, R) 11.00 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. (R) 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 20. Highlights. 1.00 Motorcycle Racing. ProMX C’ship. Round 6. 4.00 Sports Woman. 4.30 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. 5.30 The Abyss: The Rise And Fall Of The Nazis. (PG, R)

6.00 Antiques Roadshow.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG) Hosted by Adam Hills.

8.00 Austin. (PG) Ingrid rediscovers a former passion.

8.30 Ladies In Black. (Final, Ms) The ladies confront threats at home and at work that could damage each of them irrevocably.

9.20 The Split. (Final, Ma, R) Hannah makes a decision which shapes everyone’s future. Nina confesses her past misdeeds.

10.20 Shetland. (Final, Mv, R)

11.15 Annika. (Final, Mav, R)

12.05 Miniseries: Des. (Mal, R)

12.55 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.05 Classic Countdown. (PG, R)

4.00 Landline. (R) 4.30 Art Works. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

FAMILY (22)

Programs. 7.05pm Karma’s World. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 MOVIE: Cinderella. (2021, PG) 9.15 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.20 Doctor Who. 11.05 Merlin. 11.50 Dubboo: Life Of A Songman. 12.50am Horrible Histories. 1.15 Wildlifers! 1.30 Operation Ouch! 1.55 So Awkward. 2.25 Malory Towers. 2.50 The Next Step. 3.40 Odd Squad. 3.55 Close. 4.00 Moon And Me. 4.20 Late Programs.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 The Secrets Of Mount Olympus. Takes a look at Mount Olympus.

8.30 Mysteries Of The Cosquer Cave. (PG) Explores the Cosquer Cave in France’s Calanques National Park that is adorned with prehistoric paintings and is being replicated by experts in an effort to preserve them in the face of climate change.

9.35 Curse Of King Tut. (PGa, R) Takes a look at the story of Carter and Carnarvon’s discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun.

10.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Final stage.

4.15 Bamay. (R)

4.55 Destination Flavour Scandinavia Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. Noon Hudson & Rex. 1.40 The Swiping Game. 2.00 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. 3.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 4.00 Killing Cancer. 4.45 WorldWatch. 5.10 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 5.35 Alone Denmark. 6.45 Great Australian Walks With Julia Zemiro. 7.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Cars That Built The World. 9.20 Late Programs.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 1.00 Football. AFL. Round 19. Brisbane Lions v Sydney. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Weekender. 6.00

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Dancing With The Stars. (PG) Hosted by Dr Chris Brown and Sonia Kruger. 9.05 7NEWS Spotlight. An exclusive special investigation. 10.05 The Latest: Seven News. 10.35 Granny Killer: The Unsolved Murders. (Mav, R) Takes a look at John Wayne Glover. 12.15 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 7. Sydney SuperNight. Day 2. Highlights. 1.15 Lipstick Jungle. (Mds, R)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

4.00 My Greek Odyssey: Nysiros. (PG, R)

5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News Sunday.

7.00 Travel Guides. (PGln) The travel guides head to France. 8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

9.40 9News Late.

10.10 The First 48: Tracked. (Mal) A look at the murder of George Young. 11.10 Transplant. (MA15+m) Bash helps his friend apply for asylum. 12.05 The Brokenwood Mysteries. (Mav, R)

2.00 The First 48: Tracked. (Mal, 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.

(81, 92)

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 House Of Wellness. 11.00 Auction Squad. Noon Escape To The Country. 1.00 The Highland Vet. 2.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.30 Discover. 3.00 My Greek Odyssey. 4.00 Bondi Vet. 5.00 Escape To The Country. 6.00 Greatest Escapes To The Country. 6.45 Escape To The Country. 7.45 Mrs Brown’s Boys. 8.30 Endeavour. 10.30 Kath & Kim. 11.05 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 7.30 In Touch. 8.00 Beyond Today. 8.30 The Incredible Journey. 9.00 Turning Point. 9.30 TV Shop. 10.00 AFL Sunday Footy Show. Noon Getaway. 12.30 My Favorite Martian. 1.00 Explore. 1.15 MOVIE: Derby Day. (1952) 3.00 MOVIE: Chase A Crooked Shadow. (1958, PG)

(82, 93)

Children’s Programs. 2pm Rich House, Poor House. 3.00 MOVIE: Hating Alison Ashley. (2005, PG) 5.00 Sunnyside. 5.30 MOVIE: Sonic The Hedgehog. (2020, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Kong: Skull Island. (2017, M) 9.45 MOVIE: Warcraft. (2016, M) 12.15am Love After Lockup. 1.40 Rich House, Poor House. 2.30 Monkie Kid. 3.00 Teen Titans Go! 3.30 Beyblade Burst QuadStrike. 4.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Pawn Stars. 11.00 Storage Wars. Noon The Fishing Show By AFN. 1.00 Tackling Australia. 1.30 Fish’n

6.30 The Sunday Project. Panellists dissect, digest and reconstitute the daily news, events and hottest topics. 7.30 MOVIE: Rocketman. (2019, R) Based on a true story. Follows the life of English singer-songwriter Elton John, from his years as a prodigy at the Royal Academy of Music to his influential and long-time musical partnership with Bernie Taupin. Taron Egerton, Jamie Bell, Richard Madden. 9.55 FBI. (Mv, R) The team jumps into action when Joint Operations Center analyst Kelly Moran is taken hostage. 11.55 The Sunday Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. Morning news and talk show.

Monday, July 22

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 Van Der Valk. (Mav, R) 2.30 I Was Actually There. (Ma, R) 3.00 Restoration Australia. (R) 3.55 Martin Clunes: Islands Of Australia. (PG, R) 4.45 Grand Designs. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. 7.55 Stuff The British Stole: Operation Legacy. (PG) Presented by Marc Fennell. 8.25 Four Corners. A look at a possible second Trump term.

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

9.35 Monday’s Experts. (PG) Hosted by Tony Armstrong and Catherine Murphy.

10.05 Gruen. (Final, R)

10.40 ABC Late News.

10.55 The Business. (R)

11.15 Planet America. (R)

11.45 You Can’t Ask That. (Mal, R)

12.15 Grand Designs. (R) 1.05 Martin Clunes: Islands Of Australia. (PG, R) 1.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Landline. (R) 5.00 Art Works. (PG, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 WorldWatch. 10.10 WorldWatch. 11.00 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. (R) 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Final stage. Highlights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.10 Wildlife ER. (PGa, R) 3.05 Trail Towns. (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. (Final)

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

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes: Kevin Whately. (Return) Robson Green meets Kevin Whately.

8.30 The Great Climate Fight. Part 1 of 2. Kevin McCloud, Hugh FearnleyWhittingstall and Mary Portas tackle climate change, demanding action from the British government that could unlock a greener economy and lower utility bills.

10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 Sisi. (Masv) Sisi returns to Vienna. 12.45 Tokyo Vice. (MA15+asv, R)

3.05 The Autistic Gardener. (R)

4.00 Make Me A Dealer. (PG, R)

4.50 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R)

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

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Secrets In The Snow. (2020, Mav) 2.00 Catch Phrase. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. 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. (PGas) Felicity parties with the River Boys.

7.30 The Hunters: Mr Cruel. (M) Notorious cold cases are re-opened.

9.10 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. (Mav) Philadelphia PD’s Missing Persons Unit investigates when a foster care worker is reported missing.

10.10 S.W.A.T. (Mv) A convicted killer makes a prison break.

11.10 The Latest: Seven News.

11.40 Code Blue: The Killing Of June Fox-Roberts. (MA15+av, R)

12.40 The Event. (Mav, R)

1.40 Kochie’s Business Builders. (R)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

5.00 Sunrise 5am News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30

6am Morning Programs. 2pm Shortland St. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 The Magic Canoe. 3.25 Wolf Joe. 3.35 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 4.05 Cities Of Gold. 4.35 Motown Magic. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.30 News. 6.40 Wild Rockies. 7.30 Rebel With A Cause: Oodgeroo Noonuccal. 8.30 Living Black. 9.00 Bob Marley: Catch A Fire. 10.00 MOVIE: Salute. (2008, PG) 11.35 Late Programs. NITV (34)

6am Belle And Sebastian 2. Continued. (2015, PG, French) 6.45 Magnetic Fields. (2021, PG, Greek) 8.15 Sabrina. (1995, PG) 10.40 Bleed For This. (2016, M) 12.50pm Chocolat. (1988, M, French) 2.45 Bright Star. (2009, PG) 4.55 Funny Lady. (1975, PG) 7.35 Sing Street. (2016, M) 9.30 The Speech. (2020, M, French) 11.10 Back Home. (2019, M, French) 12.30am Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Rides Down Under: Aussie Truckers. 2.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Sydney SuperNight. H’lights. 3.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Sydney SuperNight. H’lights. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Opal Hunters. 8.30 Gem Hunters Down Under. 9.30 Appalachian Outlaws. 10.30 Jade Fever. 11.00 Late Programs.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair: Paris Edition. Hosted by Ally Langdon. 8.00 Beyond The Dream: Race To Paris. (Ml) Athletes vie to make it to Paris 2024.

9.10 100% Footy. (M) Features the latest rugby league news, with exclusive insights from an expert panel.

10.10 Limitless With Chris Hemsworth: Acceptance. (Ma) Chris Hemsworth ponders the end of his life.

11.30 La Brea. (Mav)

12.20 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.10 Pointless. (PG, R)

2.05 Hello SA. (PG)

2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 Destination WA. (R) 5.00 Today Early News.

5.30 Today.

The Spy Who Never Dies. (2022, M) 3.00 Bewitched. 3.30 Full House. 4.00 Sunnyside. 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: The Infiltrator. (2016, MA15+) 11.00 Seinfeld. Midnight Below Deck. 1.10 Flip It Like Disick. 2.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Deal Or No Deal: Celebrity Jackpot. (PGdls) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 9.30 Ghosts. (PGdlsv) Pete’s ex-wife Carol shows up at Woodstone Mansion during Sam and Jay’s Halloween party. 10.30 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.55 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news.

TUE.

11.00

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Tuesday, July 23

ABC TV (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7) 6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 10.30 Monday’s Experts. (PG, R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 The Newsreader. (Ml, R) 2.00 Ladies In Black. (Ms, R) 3.00 Restoration Australia. (R) 3.55 Bill Bailey’s Wild West Australia. (PG, R) 4.45 Grand Designs. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 Paul O’Grady For The Love Of Dogs Xmas. (PG, R) 10.05 Great Canal Journeys. (PGa, R) 11.00 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.05 Wildlife ER. (Mal, R) 3.00 Living Black. (R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.15 Tony Robinson: Britain’s Greatest River. (PGas, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great British Railway Journeys: Glasgow To Cumbernauld. Presented by Michael Portillo.

8.30 Insight. Kumi Taguchi explores whether online dating is a chance worth taking in the quest for love.

9.30 Dateline: Sleuths Of Seoul. A look at South Korea’s obsession with true crime.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 Living Black: Duty Of Care. (R)

11.00 The Point: Road Trip. (R)

Wild West Australia. (PG, R) 2.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.10 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Landline. (R) 5.00 Art Works. (PG, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

Bunch. 8.45 BTN Newsbreak. 8.50 Deadly Mission: Shark. 9.20 Expedition With Steve Backshall. 10.10 Doctor Who. 10.55 Merlin. 11.40 Good Game Spawn Point. 12.20am Rage. 1.25 Wildlifers! 1.35

12.00 The Man Who Died. (Premiere, MA15+as) 1.50 Unseen. (MA15+an, R) 3.40 Make Me

A Dealer. (PG, R) 4.35 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) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Trouble In Suburbia. (2021, Madv) 2.00 Catch Phrase. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. 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. (PGas) Theo rumbles Remi and Bree’s secret.

7.30 Britain’s Got Talent. (PG) Hosted by Ant and Dec.

9.30 The Good Doctor. (Final, M) As the doctors consider their futures, they work together to solve one of the most important cases of their careers.

10.30 The Latest: Seven News.

11.00 The Chernobyl Disaster: Fallout. (Ma, R)

12.00 The Disappearance. (Final, MA15+av)

1.00 Criminal Confessions. (Malv, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

(PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 9News Afternoon.

Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair: Paris Edition. Hosted by Ally Langdon.

8.00 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (Mns) An Olympic Games-themed episode.

9.00 To Be Advised.

10.00 Outback Opal Hunters. (PGl, R) The Blacklighters must relocate Opalzilla.

11.00 9News Late.

11.30 Chicago Med. (MA15+am)

12.20 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.10 Pointless. (PG, R)

2.05 World’s Greatest Natural Wonders. (R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 City-Bay: 50 Years And Running.

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 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (Return) Graeme Hall may have met his match.

8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 9.40 NCIS. (Mv, R) NCIS investigates a ring of teenage partygoers who are believed to be responsible for a string of break-ins.

10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.55 The Project. (R) 12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 Front Up. 10.30 Front Up 1998. Noon WorldWatch. 12.30 Brooklyn Nine-Nine. 12.55 The Bee Whisperer. 2.55 Kickin’ Back. 3.30 WorldWatch. 5.25 Curse Of Oak Island. 6.15 Forged In Fire. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Alone. 9.40 Hoarders. 11.20 Couples Therapy. 12.50am Hypothetical. 2.35 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Harry’s Practice. 9.30 Disasters At Sea. 11.30 Medical Emergency. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 Auction Squad. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.45 A Touch Of Frost. 10.30 Slow Train Through Africa. 11.30 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Explore. 2.00 Dales For Sale. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: School For Scoundrels. (1960) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 MOVIE: Agatha Christie’s Evil Under The Sun. (1982, PG) 11.05

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:

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Wednesday, July 24

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 Ladies In Black. (Ms, R) 3.00 Restoration Australia. (PG, R) 3.55 Bill Bailey’s Wild West Australia. (PG, R) 4.45 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson. 8.00 QI. (PGl) Hosted by Sandi Toksvig. 9.05 Austin. (PG, R) Ingrid rediscovers a former passion. Austin and Julian prepare for the first screening of the documentary.

9.30 Spicks And Specks.

(PG, R) Hosted by Adam Hills.

10.05 Planet America. A look at the US political climate.

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 The Business. (R)

11.05 Aunty Donna’s Coffee Cafe. (Mls, R)

12.00 Grand Designs. (PG, R)

12.50 Bill Bailey’s Wild West Australia. (PG, R) 1.35 Grantchester. (PGa, R) 2.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.10 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Landline. (R) 5.00 Art Works. (PG, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 9.05 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 9.15 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.15 Great Canal Journeys. (R) 11.10 Inside Oxford Street. (PGa) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 Tony Robinson: Britain’s Greatest River. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Daughter In Disguise. (2021, Mav) 2.00 Motorbike Cops. (PG, R) 2.15 Catch Phrase. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

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

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Moulin Rouge: Yes We Can-Can!

(Mn) Zeak is fitted with his costumes.

8.40 Zelenskyy: The Story. (Mav, R) Takes a look at President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the face of Ukraine’s resistance to the Russian invasion.

9.45 DI Ray. (Return, Malv) DI Ray investigates the shooting of a nurse and the head of a notorious crime syndicate.

10.40 SBS World News Late.

11.10 Headhunters. (Premiere, MA15+av)

A corporate headhunter falls in love.

12.55 Faking Hitler. (Man, R)

3.30 Make Me A Dealer. (R)

4.20 Peer To Peer. (PG, R)

4.50 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R)

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

6am WorldWatch.

10.00 Front Up 1998. 12.05pm WorldWatch.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) The River Boys call in a favour.

7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG) 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 Kitchen Nightmares Australia. (MA15+l, R) Colin Fassnidge has just five days to help save the Sunshine Coast restaurant Guru Life.

10.45 The Latest: Seven News.

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

12.15 Dracula. (MA15+hv)

1.15 Travel Oz. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 MOVIE: Moonfall. (2022, M) 10.50 The Giants: From Hawaii To Sumo Legends. 12.20am Dark Side Of The ‘90s. 2.10 Alone. 3.20 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Love And Where To Find It. (2021, PGa, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair: Paris Edition. Hosted by Ally Langdon.

7.30 Paris 2024: Let The Games Begin. Olympic preview program.

9.20 Beyond The Dream: Boiling Point – Swimming’s Greatest Rivalry. (PGl, R) The untold stories behind the greatest swimming rivalry of all time, Australia and the US.

10.30 Beyond The Dream: Matildas – The Rise. (R) 11.30 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Men’s Rugby Sevens. Includes: Australia v Samoa. 2.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Men’s Rugby Sevens. Includes: Australia v Kenya. From Stade de France, Paris. 5.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Men’s Rugby Sevens. Includes: Ireland v Japan, New Zealand v South Africa. From Stade de France, Paris.

6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Bondi Rescue. (PGa) A torrential downpour sparks a flood. 8.30 FBI: International. (Ma) The fly team heads to the Tuscan countryside after an American couple’s son is kidnapped. 9.30 NCIS. (Mv, R) NCIS investigates the unexpected death of a Navy reservist who was an investigative journalist. 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) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

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6am Morning Programs. 1.40pm Songlines On Screen. 2.00 Shortland St. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 4.05 Cities Of Gold. 4.35 Motown Magic. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 Te Ao With Moana. 6.00 Bamay. 6.30 News. 6.40 Wild Survivors. 7.30 Kickin’ Back With Gilbert McAdam. 8.00 Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase The Blues Away.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

7MATE (74)

And The Ramsay Bunch. 8.45 BTN Newsbreak. 8.50 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 9.15 Robot Wars. 10.15 Doctor Who. 11.00 Merlin. 11.45 Good Game Spawn Point. 12.25am Rage. 1.30 Wildlifers! 1.40 Operation Ouch! 2.10 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Motor Racing. FIA Formula E World C’ship. London ePrix. 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: Yes Man. (2008, M) 10.35 Seinfeld. 11.35 Kenan. 12.05am Below Deck. 1.05 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 American Pickers. Noon Pawn Stars. 1.00 Counting Cars. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Storage Wars: Barry’s Best Buys. 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.

9.30 MOVIE: Jimi: All Is By My Side. (2013, M) 11.30 Late Programs.

9GO! (82, 93) 6am Meditation Park. (2017, PG) 7.45 Bright Star. (2009, PG) 10.00 Murder Party. (2022, PG, French) 11.55 Sing Street. (2016, M) 1.55pm Funny Lady. (1975, PG) 4.25 Wide Open Sky. (2015) 6.00 RBG. (2018, PG) 7.50 Rabbit Hole. (2010, M) 9.30 Lost Illusions. (2021, M, French) 12.15am Tokyo Shaking. (2021, M, Japanese) 2.05 Blackbird. (2019, M) 3.55 Secret Name. (2021, M, French)

Thursday, July 25

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Stuff The British Stole. (PG, R) 10.30 Simply Nigella. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.

THE JOY OF

MUSIC ART EXHIBITION

OFFICIAL OPENING AT 5.00 PM ON 1ST OF AUGUST AT THE J FROM THE 1ST TO THE 31ST OF AUGUST

Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of Tinbeerwah Art Group, Noosa Chorale, and Noosa Heads Jazz Club.

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1.00 Maggie Beer’s Big Mission. (R) 2.00 Ladies In Black. (Ms, R) 3.00 Restoration Australia. (PG, R) 3.55 Bill Bailey’s Wild West Australia. (PG, R) 4.45 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 9.05 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 9.15 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.15 Great Canal Journeys. (PG, R) 11.10 Inside Oxford Street. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Such Was Life. (R) 2.10 Animal Einsteins. (R) 3.10 The Cook Up. (R) 3.40 Magic In The Mountains. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Her Last Will. (2016, Madv, R) 2.00 Motorbike Cops. (PGl, R) 2.15 Catch Phrase. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. (R) 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024: Encore. 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon.

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

7.30 Chernobyl: The Lost Tapes. (Ma) Explores the story of Chernobyl. 9.20 Rise And Fall: The World Trade Center. (PGa, R) The story of the architects and engineers who helped create the World Trade Center Twin Towers.

neighbours.

ABC Late News. 10.35 The Business. (R)

The Art Of... (Final, R)

Talking Heads. (PG, R)

Grand Designs. (PG, R)

Bill Bailey’s Wild West Australia. (PG, R)

1.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.15 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Landline. (R) 5.00 Art Works. (PG, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

TODAY Friday, 19 July, 2024

10.50 SBS World News Late.

11.25 The Head. (Premiere, MA15+a) Arthur is released from prison.

1.20 Blanca. (MA15+av, R)

4.20 Peer To Peer. (R)

4.50 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R)

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

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Mali enlists Tane’s help.

8.30 Starstruck. (PG) The next four teams go head to head for a place in the final and a chance to win the £50,000 prize.

9.45 ABBA Forever. (R) The story of ’70s Swedish pop group ABBA, featuring interviews with band members and concert footage.

10.45 Air Crash Investigations: Disaster At Dutch Harbor. (PG) A look at the crash of PenAir Flight 3296. 12.45 The Goldbergs. (PGls, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

5.00 Sunrise 5am News.

5.30 Sunrise.

WorldWatch. 10.00 Front Up 1998. 12.05pm WorldWatch. 12.35 Marry Me, Marry My Family. 2.45 Queer Sports. 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.35 Curse Of Oak Island. 6.20 Forged In Fire. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 History’s Greatest Heists With Pierce Brosnan. 10.10 The UnXplained With William Shatner. 11.50 The World’s Toughest Prisons. 12.50am Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Medical Emergency. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.30 The Hotel Inspector. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair: Paris Edition. Hosted by Ally Langdon.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Round 1. Newcastle Knights v Sydney Roosters.

9.45 Olympic Games Paris 2024.

Men’s Rugby Sevens. Includes: Samoa v Australia, Australia v Argentina. From Stade de France, Paris.

12.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Men’s Rugby Sevens. Includes: South Africa v Japan, New Zealand v Ireland. 1.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Women’s Soccer. Spain v Japan.

3.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Women’s Soccer. Australia v Germany. 5.00 Today.

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. (Final) Tom Cashman co-stars in the contestants’ action-packed short film. 8.40 Law & Order: SVU. (Mv) After a runaway bride calls the SVU for help on the day of her wedding, Rollins pitches in on her day off. 10.40 10’s Late

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

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1 ClosingTime is a 1998 song by which band?

2 For which three films has Octavia Spencer (pictured) been nominated for Best Supporting Actress at the Academy Awards?

3 In baking, what is a pâte brisée?

4 After Rome, what is the most populous Italian city?

5 What is the name of the port that the Sydney Harbour bridge crosses?

6 The TikTok logo was designed to resemble what kind of symbol?

7 Computer software company Adobe was founded in which decade?

8 Which penguin species is known for its unruly yellow crest and red beak?

9 In layers of skin tissue, is the dermis above or below the hypodermis?

10 The big wave surfing competition known as ‘The Eddie’ is held in which country?

Laugh Out Loud with John Cleese at Raffles Singapore & Luxury Cunard Cruise

Exclusive Event with Comic Legend John Cleese

17 Nights | 11 February 2025

An Exclusive Evening with John Cleese

Few names in comedy resonate quite like John Cleese. A titan of British humour, Cleese’s career spans decades, leaving an indelible mark on television, film, and the stage. You’ll join an exclusive evening with Cleese at the historic Raffles Singapore hotel and have the rare opportunity to delve deeper into the mind of a master. Settle into the lavish surroundings of the Raffles Singapore’s Jubilee Ballroom for a live talk and Q&A session.

Embark on a luxury Cunard voyage and experience an exclusive event with comic actor, John Cleese, in the remarkable surroundings of Raffles Singapore.

Few names in comedy resonate quite like John Cleese. A titan of British humour, Cleese’s career spans decades, leaving an indelible mark on television, film, and the stage. Remember Basil Fawlty, the perpetually flustered hotelier from Fawlty Towers? Or perhaps the iconic “Ministry of Silly Walks” sketch from Monty Python’s Flying Circus? These are just a taste of what you’ll enjoy during an exclusive evening with Cleese at the historic Raffles Singapore hotel.

Here, you’ll have a rare opportunity to delve deeper into Cleese’s creative process and gain insights into the mind of a master during an intimate “Audience with…” style interview. Settle into the lavish surroundings of the Raffles Singapore’s Jubilee Ballroom and uncover the genius behind characters that changed comedy and culture forever.

An evening with John Cleese is just the start of what this sensational, 17-night holiday has to offer. Set sail on the historic Queen Elizabeth, witness the Great Barrier Reef, and embrace a hotel stay in Singapore on this one-of-a-kind experience!

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• 14 night full-board cruise on board Queen Elizabeth

• Visiting: Sydney, Airlie Beach, Darwin, Bali, Jakarta, Singapore

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• *Upgrade to a five-star hotel stay at Grand Park City Hall from $299pp

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EV nomads: Tesla towing

It has been demonstrated repeatedly that electric cars can travel the vast distances required to circumnavigate the Australian mainland, with the Tesla Owners Club of Western Australia keeping records of EV drivers who have successfully completed the big lap since 2011.

The tally currently stands at 31 laps completed, with a couple of repeat offenders, including one lap that was completed in the space of just 10 days in 2023.

After hearing some fantastic pioneering EV stories first hand, a Perth couple thought they might like to try their hand at this pioneering business for themselves, but what would be the challenge? All but one highway in WA has been driven by an EV, so it seemed that there was little left to do, everything had been done already.

One Sunday after a busy day transporting trailer loads of horse manure about with a Tesla Model 3, and probably too many glasses of wine, the challenge seemed obvious!

What better way to break the myth that an EV“won’t tow ya caravan” (or boat), than to use the Model 3 to tow a caravan around a big lap!

Having had some experience using the standard range model 3Tesla to tow a box trailer reasonably long distances (Perth-AlbanyPerth), it was fairly obvious that to make some of the longer legs (over 280km uphill) possible in a reasonable timeframe, the caravan would need to be very aerodynamic, preferably with the ability to also charge the car in the event the car battery was not quite enough to make the distance to the next charge stop.

Starting out with a 1986 Cub Drifter, they set about making a few minor modifications, but, as with all ambitious projects, the modifications grew in scope, and large portions of the van were replaced with much lighter components.

This allowed for the addition of air conditioning, a king-sized bed, a substantial battery pack, and 830W of solar panels, all under the 750kg weight limit for the caravan.

Using the knowledge gained while working as an engineer with Zenith Energy, building some of Australia’s largest islanded (standalone) hybrid power stations, the caravan be-

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came a mobile renewable power station.

It has the ability to store almost 16kWh of energy (which can be replenished by either the solar panels, a regular wall outlet, or a 15A caravan park socket) which can be used to charge the car at up to a rate of 5kW when off grid, or 7kW when in a caravan park. On learning of the plan to set off on Boxing Day, 2023, and to demonstrate their commitment to the energy transition, Zenith Energy kindly offered to make a small financial contribution towards the trip costs.

With the caravan modifications finished on the morning of Christmas Eve, and only minor

tweaks and the last of the packing left to do on Christmas Day, they set off as planned, about six months before theWA EV fast charging network is scheduled to be complete, and straight into a heatwave in the North of WA.

They have so far managed to travel over 5000km up the West coast of WA, all the way to Darwin and are currently heading east into Queensland while continuing to diarise their adventure on the Facebook Page, “Atto Gals EV Adventures”.

Are you interested in finding out more or joining Zero Emissions Noosa? Go to zeroemissionsnoosa.com.au

The Tesla Model 3 towing a caravan around Australia.

Common sense needed

I understand that insurance companies have caused numerous battery charging rules/laws to come into effect due to safety. I remember when this was an issue with mobile phones in petrol stations and on planes, and it all went away quietly. However, when a management rights complex owner causes a scene about a disabled man needing to charge his mobility scooter, and prevents him from doing so, would you not think human decency should prevail?

Stephen Gage, Sales Director Zinc Properties Noosa Plan will destroy the foreshore

I consider myself a local of Noosa as I have lived here for 37 years, raised three sons here and am married to a true local that was born and bred here. We walk our dog down the river nearly every day. We see mothers out walking with their babies, people playing tennis, people having a coffee and a chat, kids playing on the playground, families having barbeques and parties, ladies playing mahjong, kids and parents swimming, fishing, boating and enjoying the amazing environment that the river and foreshore. We have seen many changes in the Noosa region over the years:

The closing of the Woods Caravan Park and the caravan Park that used to be where McDonalds and the Noosa Home Maker Centre is now located.

The development of Noosa Sound and Noosa Waters.

The replacement of the beautiful, old shacks along the river with concrete boxes.

The building of the rock wall at Noosa Beach and the list goes on.

Some changes have been good, while others have ruined the fabric of what used to be a sleepy little fishing town where you knew many people and your kids were safe and able to have a great life – fishing, swimming, surfing, and basically enjoying the natural environment. One constant over that time has been the Noosa River Foreshore. The Council has done a great job over the years providing shelters, barbeques, paths, toilets, play areas and boat facilities.The foreshore and river provide a beautiful environment for families, couples, singles and people of every age to come to this magical place to enjoy time with loved ones and soak up the natural environment. They can also enjoy a coffee or a meal at one of the many restaurants along Gympie Terrace. How do the Council think they can improve a place that is so beautiful in its natural state. They propose to create a foreshore that does not reflect the natural environment, restricts people’s use of the river with designated swimming areas, building up foreshore dunes with planting, timber lookout decks, paved paths and destruction of the tennis court. The Council has produced a detailed plan of the changes but have not provided the information that residents need to know

· Have the Kabi Kabi people been consulted and do they agree with the destruction of their river?

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· How much did the draft plan cost?

· How much will the total plan cost?

· How much is the maintenance going to cost?

· What will happen when we have our next flood and everything they have done floats down the river?

· Does it improve the Noosa Fore Shore? I think not.

· Does it respect the history of Noosa? The tennis court has been part of the river fabric for nearly 80 years. The councils now and in the past seem to be hell bent on ridding Noosa of any history.

· Is it going to benefit the business owners?

I think not when the proposal plans to decrease parking by over 100.

· How will the built dunes stand up to a flood? Given the disasters created at Noosa Dog Beach and Munna Point, I think the outcome won’t be good.

Electric loop for Peregian?

The Peregian Beach Community Association is calling for a trial electric bus loop linking Peregian Beach, Peregian Springs, Peregian Breeze and Marcus Beach.

The coastal communities just inland of Peregian Beach have been amongst the fastest growing on the Sunshine Coast, but public transport straddling the two council areas has been slow to respond to the extra demand.

President of the Peregian Beach Community Association, Barry Cotterell, said members have endorsed a proposal that Noosa Council negotiate with TransLink, and work with the Sunshine Coast Council, for an electric bus trial to operate on a continuous loop basis linking these communities.

Mr Cotterell says there are obvious models for the service; “Brisbane City Council has had an electric loop bus trial operating since May 2023 by TransLink. This trial will be increased to four buses servicing two loops”.

The Brisbane City trial operates on a continuous loop between the Brisbane CBD and

Spring Hill precincts approximately every 10 minutes in peak hours and every 20 minutes off peak.

“A similar free trial should operate linking the communities at the southern end of the Noosa Shire and the northern part of the Sunshine Coast LGA.”

Peregian Springs and Breeze is a population of nearly 12,000 and still growing, exerting pressure and traffic congestion onto the coastal strip of Peregian Beach.

Traffic congestion and transport issues have been identified in just about every survey as a significant problem in the Noosa shire that needs “transformational solutions.”

Barry Cotterell sys “despite resident’s concerns over transport issues there is little in the recently released Budget documents that indicate this pressing issue is being addressed.”

He says this was a great example of how two councils can work together with Translink to develop a solution for a rapidly developing issue.

· Does it make going to the river a better experience for everyone? I don’t think so. The lack of parking will mean that less people can enjoy the area.

· Are the residence of Noosa happy about this plan. I think not given the number of people who have signed petitions, written letters and attended forums related to the plan.

· Are all age groups catered for? Many people of all ages enjoy playing tennis along the river.

· Do we need the Noosa River Foreshore to look like something out of Sydney or Melbourne? NO! We live in Noosa!

· Are there other projects that would benefit the rate payers of Noosa? I’m sure every resident in Noosa could find a more productive ways to spend our rate contributions. This plan does not help anyone - the residents, the business owners, the tourists, the environment and our indigenous people.

It must not be implemented as it will destroy our beautiful Noosa River Foreshore! Julie Friend, Noosa

Future positions

Having completed his UK mission, will advisor of good guv’mint, Sir Pository of Wisdom be employed to preach his wise and winning sermons in OZ? Just asking for his many loyalists. Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach

Stop the shooting

There are more school children killed and shot in America than there is of those able and responsible for preventing it.

Ernest Wright, Tewantin

Electric bus loop called for in Peregian Beach.

Noosa River, captured by Chris Lofven. If you have a Lenscape please email it

On The Soapbox

Councillor Amelia Lorentson

Burgess Creek update

By Cr Amelia Lorentson

The volume of treated wastewater discharges from Burgess Creek into our oceans and onto our dune systems has been a concern for both me and the residents of our community for some time. Through a sustained effort of advocacy and building good relations with Unitywater, we are beginning to see some positive progress toward improving the health of the Burgess Creek catchment. Although small, they are positive steps in the right direction until we secure funding for the Integrated Catchment Management Plan (ICMP). I wanted to provide an overview of what has been happening and the steps we are taking to address these concerns.

Federal and State Motions/Policy Advocacy: At the Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) conference, I had the opportunity to call on the Australian Government to strengthen environmental initiatives through investment in wastewater recycling, water reforms, innovation, and research. I am pleased to report that the motion was not only wellreceived but also supported unanimously by all the local governments across Australia, demonstrating the widespread recognition of the issue.

I am now preparing to head to the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) later this year with another critical motion that I hope will receive full support from the Noosa Council at this month’s July meeting. The potential impact of this motion is significant, as it calls on the State government to:

· Promote and encourage the adoption of wastewater recycling and diversion initiatives statewide.

· Allocate necessary funding to local governments and wastewater service providers for wastewater recycling and alternative treatment option trials such as biosolid gasification.

· Monitor and evaluate the outcomes of these projects to inform future policies and initiatives.

· Explore what other states are doing to address wastewater recycling to leverage collective knowledge and experience, supporting and guiding local governments and wastewater service providers in transitioning to a circular economy.

The urgency of securing funding and investment in upgrading wastewater treatment plants and the importance of wastewater and recycling diversion targets and projects cannot be overstated.

I will continue to advocate every year at ALGA and LGAQ to ensure the sustainability of our environment. An alternative treatment option trial, such as biosolid gasification, or other trials, like the Logan City Gasification project, must be what we strive for here in Noosa.

Our oceans and dune ecosystems are not dumping grounds for treated wastewater. We

must strive to do better. We must change the things we cannot accept.

Upgrade of the bioretention basin on Cooyar Street:

Noosa Council has recently approved upgrading the bioretention basin on Cooyar Street in this year’s budget. This is excellent news. The 2022 bioretention assessment highlighted that the current basin is undersized and not performing to standards. Upgrading this basin is crucial in significantly improving stormwater quality entering the Burgess Creek catchment from Noosa Junction. It addresses pollutants like nitrogen and phosphorus, critical in maintaining the ecology of downstream waters.

I would also like to note that the tap at Burgess Creek, installed some time ago, was also part of efforts to help manage the catchment by providing water to Burgess Creek bush care workers.

Developments at Bicentennial Station Street, Garnett Street, and David Low Way:

Noosa Councils Capital Program over the next five years includes the upgrade of wastewater pump stations at the following locations: · David Low Way Bridge, Castaways Beach

Bad boy of Baroque next lecture to be featured

The next lecture to be held by ArtsNational Noosa (formerly AdfasNoosa) is Caravaggio: The Bad Boy of the Baroque presented by Daniel Evans.

This scandalous and sometimes vicious painter produced work with cinematic compositions and intensely visceral details. His downfall has the making of a great film and despite dying prematurely his canvases influenced a generation.

ArtsNational Noosa will host the event at St Mary’s Church, 17 William St, Tewantin. Talk starts at 4pm.

Visitor Fees: $30 includes wine and canapes. Email: membershipnoosaadfas@gmail.com

Caravaggio - Judith beheading Holfernes. (Supplied)

(nearing completion)

· Bicentennial Drive, Sunshine Beach (scheduled for 2025-2026)

· Garnett Street, Cooroy (scheduled for 20262027)

· Station Street, Pomona (TBC)

As these projects approach, Unity Water will communicate with local residents to provide an overview of the work and understand any potential localized impacts to be managed through construction methodology and site management.

Initiatives on Recyclying Wastewater for Irrigation

Unity Water and the Council are currently exploring the feasibility of using recycled water from the Noosa Wastewater Treatment Plant to irrigate the Girraween Sports Complex. The supply of recycled water to the sports complex was halted in 2016 due to concerns raised by the Council about the reliability of the supply and the necessary onsite controls. However, Unity Water has expressed a strong interest in establishing large-scale recycled water supply connections, which presents a promising opportunity for sustainable water management.

$11.5 Million Capacity Upgrade for Noosa:

The Noosa Wastewater Treatment Plant will undergo significant upgrades over the next five years, including the renewal of the UV system and SCADA systems. UnityWater is still planning, so no detailed timeline is available. Future Collaboration Opportunities:

Unitywater has provided $50,000 in funding to Noosa Council to develop a framework for Burgess Creek’s Integrated Catchment Management Plan (ICMP). This funding builds on collaborative work undertaken in the Water Matters plan and will improve understanding and data collection of the entire Burgess Creek catchment. Council has engaged Bligh Tanner, a specialist water engineering consultancy, to develop the framework and install four groundwater monitoring bores, which are aimed to be in place by June.

Noosa Council has yet to approve the remaining funds for the ICMP development. The Noosa Council’s Significant Water Matters Plan:

Seqwater, Unitywater, Noosa Council, and Sunshine Coast have partnered to develop an integrated water management plan for the region called Water Matters. The plan’s development involved extensive community engagement, and the final plan is due for review by the Program Control Group before final publication later this year

The Citizen Project:

In response to my inquiries about citizen scientists contributing to water quality monitoring, Unity Water has confirmed that trained professionals in NATA-accredited laboratories must collect samples. However, Unity Water is investigating the possibility of hosting a wastewater treatment plant tour for interested residents to gain insight into the wastewater treatment process within a working facility’s operational and safety constraints.

What NEXT:

The next step is to ask the Noosa Council to sign off on the remaining funding for the Integrated Catchment Management Plan/Burgess Creek Integrated Management Plan (including the Project Control Group) and secure survey funding to inform a Catchment Action Plan, which is still pending approval. I will request the findings of the University of the Sunshine Coast and Noosa Council partnership project investigating erosion and flow and investigate the progress regarding potential changes under DES Water Quality Objectives (as defined under the Environmental Protection (Wetland and Biodiversity) Policy 2019), which aim to include flow targets and water quality objectives for Burgess Creek. Additionally, an exciting action is to meet with Unitywater to explore opportunities for collaboration on wastewater treatment projects.

(Please note this is my personal opinion and does not represent the position of council.)

Cr Amelia Lorentson (Supplied)

Concours drives elegance

Hastings Street was transformed into a vibrant showcase of automotive excellence as the Noosa Concours d’Elegance captivated car enthusiasts and visitors alike last Saturday. This prestigious event, now a highlight on the calendar, drew a crowd of close to 20,000, celebrating the heritage, beauty and innovation of the automotive world.

The event, which is curated and organised by the Hastings Street Association was more than just a car show; it was a celebration of community spirit. Local businesses along Hastings Street participated with special events and live music adding to the festive atmosphere; making it a perfect day out for all ages.

“We are thrilled with the resounding success of this year’s Noosa Concours d’Elegance. The enthusiasm and support from our community, participants, and sponsors have been nothing short of extraordinary,” Hastings Street Association president Ben Orton said. “This event has once again showcased the unique beauty and spirit of Hastings Street, bringing together Australia’s finest ensemble of classic and unique cars for a truly unforgettable experience. We look forward to next year’s event.”

The Noosa Concours d’Elegance continues to grow in prestige and popularity. The event team extend their appreciation to all car owners, sponsors, volunteers and visitors who made this year’s event an unforgettable experience.

A spectacular addition to the event was presented by delivered by the reigning Red Bull Air Race world champion and Royal Australian Air Force Top Gun Fighter Pilot Matt Hall; who took to the skies for the very first time in Noosa in a performance presented by The Sunshine Coast Jet Centre.

There were gasps from the crowd as Matt performed a series of twists and turns, steep climbs skyward and dives toward the ocean.

On the ground enthusiasts from across the country gathered to witness a spectacular display of classic, vintage, and super cars. Each vehicle, meticulously curated, told a unique story of craftsmanship, engineering and elegance.

A highlight of the weekend was the award ceremony presented by Qatar Executive. 2024 Award winners were:

· People’s Choice Award presented by Qatar Executive - 1994 McLaren F1

· Next Gen Award Winner presented by Sleeping Beauties Restoration - 1994 McLaren F1

· Spirit of Noosa Concours d’Elegance- 1932 Chevrolet BA Confederate Moonlight Speedster

· Best Modern Car presented by Tom Offermann Real Estate - 2016 Aston Martin GT12 Vantage

· Best Classic Car presented by Tom Offermann Real Estate - 1964 Ferrari 250LM

· Best in Show presented by Tom Offermann Real Estate - 1938 Bugatti Type 57C Aravis Special

The event’s success would not have been possible without the generous support of the event’s major partners Qatar Executive, Sunshine Coast Jet Centre, Tom Offermann Real Estate, Sofitel Noosa and Bowden’s Own for their invaluable contributions and commitment to making this event a success and the Hastings Street Association sent a special thank you went to the stewards for their professionalism and expertise.

Classic cars bring a touch of elegance to Hastings Street. (Rob Maccoll)The McLaren cars were obvious crowd pleasers. (Rob Maccoll)

Performers entertained the crowd. (Rob Maccoll)

Stewards watched over the cars and provided information for viewers. (Rob Maccoll)

The Next Gen judges learn more about the automobiles from Peter Bowden of Bowden’s Own. (Rob Maccoll)

Concours D’Elegance parade on Hastings Street. (Lucy Mackee)

A low dive over the waves stuns the crowd. (Rob Maccoll)

Matt Halls dives straight toward the ocean in dramatic style. (Rob Maccoll)

The reigning Red Bull Air Race world champion spirals upward. (Rob Maccoll)

See Guy Noble’s very serious show

Guy Noble is a well-known voice from his many years on-air with ABC Classic, but he is also a conductor, a pianist, a writer and brings those talents together in a solo show at The J.

“I’ve called it Guy Noble’sVery Serious Guide to Classical Music, but of course it isn’t serious at all,“ he said.

“It’s more of a classical comedy cabaret that gives me a chance to talk about my favourite composers and some of the amazing stars I’ve worked with over the years, with piano music from Mozart to Erik Satie.“

Those stars include Randy Newman, Olivia Newton John, the Beach Boys, Michael Bolton and jazz crooner Harry Connick Jr.

“Harry was the coolest person I’ve ever worked with, and I’m not cool at all. He’d ask me ‘wassup man?’ and I would reply that I had

a coffee that morning and also done my tax receipts. He looked at me like I was from another planet.“

Joining Guy on stage is his wife Lisa Carney (they only just got married earlier this year near their home on the Central Coast in NSW).

“Lisa is an amazing jewellery designer, but I discovered that she has also has a great stage presence so I devised the role of Ophelia Ciabatta, Sicily’s favourite mezzo-soprano who is not quite as good as she thinks she is. She’s a sort of operatic Miss Piggy.“

What will audiences get out of the show?

“There are lots of laughs, and lots of poignant musical moments too, but mostly it is about the joy that music brings to our lives.“

Guy Noble’s Very Serious Guide to Classical Music plays at the J Theatre on 26 September at 7.30pm.

Misfits back

The Misfits are returning to this year’s Majestic Comedy Nights on 3 August at the Majestic Theatre Pomona.

Appearing as one of several short comedic plays alongside stand up, they perform Paper Wasps, based on their not-so serious study of why a paper wasp nest ended in broken pieces at the base of a tree.

The Misfits are Jim Bird and Helen Moffitt, two local hinterland comedy writers.

Finding the humorous side to ordinary life is a passion for Jim and Helen, who add, “Nothing is safe!”

The Misfits are joined by other local writers and performers, including Cherry Bright and special guest poet, Ian Mackay.

Now in its seventh year of production, the show proves you can never get enough of a good thing.

There are two shows, kicking off at 4pm, and 7pm.

Salmond shares transformative Antarctica expedition

Join Jodi Salmond at Friday Environment Forum on 26 July on a journey through Antarctica, when she will be exploring leadership, environmental stewardship, and the power of awe. And Penguins. As a participant in the Homeward Bound Women in STEMM program, Jodi embarked on a transformative expedition to Antarctica, delving into the intersection of science, leadership, and sustainability.

With a background in marine science, she is passionate about promoting diversity of thought and empowering women in all industries. The Antarctic journey underscored the critical importance of global collaboration in

environmental conservation. This awe-inspiring experience provided Jodi with profound insights into the significance of Antarctica for global environmental stewardship and personal growth. The forum is at the Noosa Parks Association Environment Centre, 5Wallace Drive, Noosaville and starts at 10:30am with morning tea available at 10-10.25am. Entry is $5 by tap and go at the door which includes morning tea/ coffee.

Join the bird observers at 8.30am in the carpark for interpretive birding.

For more information, visit noosaparks.org. au

A lone penguin. (D Shunwah)

Guy Noble is set to bring his talents to a solo show at The J.

NOTICE OF MEMBERS’ SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING (SGM)

The Special General Meeting is to be held on Sunday 4 August, 2024 at 9.00am in the Club Bistro Doors Open at 8.00am

The purpose of the meeting is:

•To approve Proposed Constitution to bring in line with the Associations Incorporations Act

A copy of the proposed Constitution will be emailed to all Financial Members one week prior to the meeting.

Kevin Rabeling SECRETARY

CORDER, Beryl (nee Smith)

Janice’s life will be held at Gregson and Weight Funerals 202 Eumundi-Noosa Rd, Noosaville QLD on Monday 22nd July 2024 at 10am.

Decade of Claptomaniacs

In mid-2014, guitarist David Zuric and drummerAlanLander,whohadbothworkedinHerb Armstrong’s Big Jazz Cats jazz/funk band, met with keyboardist Jonathan May, bass player Jon Brown, and the astonishing singer Kenny Gamble at a jam session at Coolum RSL.

Chemistry took hold, and on July 19 that year, the five professional musos teamed up to play a concert of music by Eric Clapton in all his guises at the venue, with a sellout dinnerdance event.

Thus the Claptomaniacs was born, firstly as a Clapton tribute act (hence the name), then a broader club band playing transatlantic classics in the club scene - and continue to do so.

Amazingly, for the music world, the same five guys make up the band today, which has become synonymous with authentic renditions of some truly classic songs.

And so, on Sunday 21 July at Tewantin’s Marina Bar at Noosa Harbour, from 4-7pm, the

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

WOMEN’S SHED

At NoosaWomen’s Shed our passion is to teach women tool-based skills. On the second Saturday of every month, from 1.30pm, our club holds a meeting on our block,Wallum Lane, Noosa Heads. If it’s raining we will revert to our usual venue, Noosa Seniors, 11Wallace Drive Noosaville. All are welcome. BYO chair. Come along and hear our story, chat with like minded women and celebrate that our new shed is coming to fruition. Find out more about us at .noosawshed.com.au or facebook.com/NoosaWomensShed

RSL WOMEN’S AUXILIARY

The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa RSL Women’s Auxiliary will be held on Friday 2 August at the Royal Mail Hotel at 10.30am. All members and friends welcome. Please phone Kay 5447 5042.

GARDEN CLUB

The next meeting of the Tewantin Noosa Garden club will be held on Monday 12 August at the Anglican Church, 17William St Tewantin at 1.30pm. Guest speakers are Ray and Pam Miller who will talk on gardening in general. Plant sales, competition table, raffles, afternoon tea and friendship. Guests welcome. For further information contact Len 0417 604 889.

WILDFLOWER WALK

Join Noosa and District Landcare for an amble through a section of wet heath and wallum woodland in Tewantin National Park at 9am on 28 August. A wide variety of species flower here throughout the wildflower season. Bring insect repellent, water, sunscreen, hat and walking shoes. Flat walk of 1.5 km. There are no public amenities available on the site. Meet at 18 Cooba Place - vacant block (Cnr Cooba Place and Satinash St), Noosaville. To book, visit noosalandcare.org

ORCHID SOCIETY

Noosa District Orchid and Foliage Society welcomes visitors and members to its monthly meeting Saturday 3 August, 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

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) 0466 846 110.

QCWA

Another wonderful group of women were at our Cuppa Chat & Create last week. Lots of fun and laughter and getting to know each other. It never ceases to amaze us with the depth and knowledge our group shares. We also enjoyed the armchair travel experiences. Life is like a box of chocolates. You never

Claptomaniacs will celebrate 10 years in the Coast’s music live music heart.

“We still do the occasional Clapton show on

know what you’ll get until you open the wrapping. We look forward to welcoming you on Thursday 18 July from 9-11am. CWA Hall, 123 Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin. Contact Wanda 0407 962 721.

Upcoming Art & Craft Class No.2. Thursday 1 August 9–11am. Painting and decorating a creation from Class 1 or an item supplied to you. Lucy will provide all materials and equipment and guide you in hand colouring and decorating your pottery. Cost $15, all materials and morning tea included. Venue: Mark Makers Art Studio, 113 Poinciana Ave, Tewantin. Car park access from Doonella Street. Numbers are limited to studio seating availability. Bookings essential, contact Wanda 0407 962 721.

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.

NOOSA U3A FRIDAY TALKS

U3A Noosa Friday Talks are held at 1.30pm at U3A, 64 Poinciana Ave, Tewantin. Friday 19 July – Linda Wylie & Sue Bramblebee – Noosa Seniors/Navigating My Aged Care Friday 26 July – Associate Professor Kevin Alford – Matthew Flinders, the man who gave Australia its name.

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

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

request,” Alan Lander said, “but most of our regular work is with the clubs, particularly in Noosa and at the northern end of the Coast.

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 fourthTuesday 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 Mah-Jong 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

SINGERS WANTED

We are a happy, friendly, vibrant choir, singing beautiful, joyful, easy to learn songs from around the world in a relaxed atmosphere. All levels of ability accepted and no auditions. We would especially like to welcome some masculine singers. Join us Tuesdays 3.30 till 5pm at the CWA hall, Eumundi. Call Joan for more information on 0419517869.

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.

ACTIVITY WITH PARKINSONS

The Parkinsons Activity Group, provides activities for Parkinsons sufferers, the activities range from Boxercise in the Box Office, 25 Project Avenue(0422485482)Georgina,Physio-ledexercise (0490 444 255) Emily, SpeechTherapy voice and choir(0400037901)Edwina.CallAnnforaninfo

“There would not be many we haven’t played at least once.”

Alan said the band might play a couple of classic Clapton numbers as part of the Marina Bar show.

“It’s a great venue, attracting a broad crosssection of Noosa people, in a fantastic waterside setting,” he said.

“Some come to dance, some come to listen - most come for both.

“We have been lucky with our band chemistry, each having the same attention to detail in how we play, and taking a democratic approach to our selection of songs, with plenty of dance material, all lovingly rehearsed to get the best out of them.”

You can catch the show at The Marina Bar, Parkyn’s Court, Tewantin on Sunday (July 21) from 4 to 7pm. Call 0404 961 923 for table bookings.

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 NoosaTri later on in the year.We have varied activities and projects to raise funds to assist the local community. We meet the the Tewantin RSL. Please phone Keetha 0421 250 614 to enquire.

COMMUNITY GARDEN

The Noosa Community Garden is back in full swing attracting a lot of new members. “Our mission is to create a place of positive impact throughacommunitygardeninarelaxed,social and sustainable environment through growing together“. Our summer gardening hours are Friday 7.30-10am. After harvest which is shared amongst the gardeners, we enjoy a chat over a cuppa. Further details please call Erika 0409 300 007.

CLASSICAL MUSIC GROUP

Our Classical Music Group meets in a private home in Noosaville each Thursday from 2-4pm and either watch a Classical Music DVD or listen to Classical Music CDs. There is no charge but I do appreciate a donation of $2 for afternoon tea/coffee biscuits. Please phone Lyn on 5449 0537 for more details.

Tewantin- Noosa Meals on Wheels

Weekly roster for Tewantin- Noosa Meals on Wheels beginning Monday 22 July

Monday Drivers: Tony, Darryl, Jim B, Driver needed for E Run, Driver needed for F Run, Joy, Lorraine, Jason, Robyn, Driver needed for K Run

Kitchen: John, Janet

Tuesday Drivers: Laguna, Lin, Driver needed for C Run, Penny, Driver needed for E Run, Barani and Peter, Paul C, Simone, Bill and Cecily

Kitchen: Chris, Ann, Glenn

Wednesday Drivers: Driver needed for A Run, Council, Alan and Cynthia, Kevin, Everlyn and Mary, Driver needed for H Run, Simone, John and Helen, Bronwyn and Nick

Kitchen: Denise, Chris, John, Jerry

Thursday Drivers: Melanie, Alison, Ray Z, Donna and Julie, Margo and Jim, Driver needed for G Run, Ian, Julie L, Darryl, , Sharon and Mal

Kitchen: Donal, Vicki, Sharon, 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.

Claptomaniacs

Rise and shine with Rattler

By Erle Levey

It will be a warm and wonderful way to start the week when Slow Food host a breakfast at the Mary Valley Rattler railway station in Gympie on Monday, 5 August.

The historic railway station is a community hub for Gympie, the Mary Valley, Cooloola and Noosa hinterland regions. Farmers and producers in these areas are building a strong reputation for good, clean and fair food.

The Slow Food breakfast coincides with the launch of a new menu at the station’s Rusty Rails Cafe that also has the emphasis on local.

Slow Food was founded in Italy in 1986 and is now active in more than 160 countries, highlighting the need for healthy food to be available to everyone.

The breakfast event will include Slow Food Noosa farmers and producers promoting their produce and events.

The choice of five dishes on the breakfast menu will feature “hero’’ produce from Slow Food members who have achieved Snail of Approval status for their commitment to quality food that has been produced in a sustainable manner.

Among the guests will be Slow Food Noosa delegates who are being sponsored to attend the 2024 Slow Food International Terra Madre Salone del Gusto event in Turin, Italy, at the end of September.

The international event in Turin is dedicated to sustainable agriculture and the environment, with delegates Beth O’Leary of Woombye Cheese, Tania Wiesmayr-Freeman of The Fermentier, Josh Smallwood of Noosa Cartel and Slow Food Noosa Snail Kids program leader Di Seels presenting at workshops and information stands about the Noosa-Gympie region and Australia.

Slow Food Noosa is very active in promoting healthy food and greater understanding of nature through a Snail Kids program that will

be promoted to a world-wide audience at the Turin convention and festival.

The investment in sponsoring delegates is also to bring back knowledge and skills gained while networking with the hundreds upon hundreds of fellow delegates from throughout Italy and around the world.

Terra Madre Salone del Gusto is a five-day festival that sees more than 500,000 people pass through the gates of Parco Dora in the heart of Turin.

The breakfast at Mary Valley Rattler, 10 Tozer Street, Gympie, starts 9am on Monday 5 August.

Ticket price includes one main meal selection that can be ordered on the event booking page. Search: slowfoodnoosa.com.au/

SLOW FOOD MENU

Rise and Shine with Slow Food Breakfast @ Mary Valley Rattler

The following options are available:

· Eggs Benedict: Forage Farms poached eggs, ham, baby spinach, Suncoast Limes Lime and smokey Paprika hollandaise, sourdough toast. Gluten friendly option available.

· Station Bacon & Egg Roll: Forage Farms fried egg, bacon, Woombye Cheese Vintage Ched-

dar, Cc’s Tomato Relish, hash brown, toasted milk bun.

· Smashed Avo: Avocado, feta crumble, garlic thyme roasted Eastwell Farms Mushrooms, Cc’s Kitchen Beetroot Relish, sourdough toast. Gluten friendly option available, Vegetarian.

· Pancakes: Pancakes, Stillmaker & Sons Distillery Whisky caramel sauce, Toasted pecans, whipped vanilla cream. Corn and Zucchini Fritters: Sweet Corn and The Fermentier Kimchi fritters, mint and cucumber salad, coconut yoghurt, shallot mayo. Gluten friendly, vegetarian.

Four leading Chefs in Conversation at Curated Plate

The Curated Plate Food and Drink Festival is not only inviting foodies to taste their way around the Sunshine Coast, but also to uncover the secrets behind some of the chefs who are shaping the region’s distinctive cuisine.

During the 10-day festival from 26 July Chefs in Conversation will be staged on Saturday 27 July, from 2–6pm at the new Maroochydore rooftop venue Altitude Nine where celebrity cook Hayden Quinn (Taste of Australia and MasterChef) will gently roast four of the Sunshine Coast’s most talented

chefs in an entertaining panel discussion.

The chefs are former head chef of Alba, television presenter and author Peter Kuruvita, head chef of Spirit House Tom Hitchcock, executive chef/partner of Mapleton Public House Cameron Matthews and head chef / owner of Humble on Duke Stacey Conner.

Of course, Chefs in Conversation won’t be a menu of just talk, the proof will be in the eating and drinking of local produce.

Upon arrival at Chefs in Conversation, guests will enjoy a welcome drink from local First Nations gin company, Beachtree

Distilling Co, the drink will be bursting with Australian native botanicals and made with certified organically grown sugar cane.

After the panel discussion, guests will indulge in a curated menu of locally produced canapes including locally sourced lamb fillet on parmesan shortbread with salsa verde, Mooloolaba prawn Caesar salad en croute, jerk spiced chicken skewers with coriander Kenilworth yoghurt and Hum Honey glazed fig, goats’ cheese, walnut biscuit.

Tickets for the event are $59pp, all inclusive.

The Curated Plate is a delicious celebration of the Sunshine Coast’s local produce, producers and chefs, and unique natural assets from the coast to the hinterland. The program is developed through collaboration between local producers, suppliers and businesses who come together to tell their stories not only through food but experiences. The festival runs over 10 days from 26 July to 4 August and comprising more than 90 tasty events.

Further information, visit thecuratedplate.com.au/

Sunny Coast chefs Cameron Matthews, Peter Kuruvita and Falls Farm farmer Pedro Ramos at Mapleton Pub.

Stacey Conner, head chef Humble on Duke.

Tom Hitchcock, head chef Spirit House.

Dolphins back from break

· Under 6s – Noosa White vs Grammar and Noosa Red vs Maroochydore. Noosa’s defence was rock solid in both games and unstoppable with the ball in hand offering two great hit-outs after the three-week break. Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match for Noosa White was Harris R who was back from a broken collarbone and scored with his first touch of the ball. For Noosa Red, the award went to Harry C who showed just how much he has improved by making a good number of tags.

· Under7s –PlayingEumundiatNambourthis week, welcome back Buster. After a great run from Gus, Alfie scored the first try, beating a player with a strong step and breaking the line with a dummy pass. Buster was straight back into it with an impressive run down the right-hand sideline, set up from Hemi. Great defence from Alfie and good support at the ruck from Archer. Gus helped coach Hamish with the defensive line throughout the game. Archer sealed the first half with a try. Buster had many strong runs in the second half, scoring four tries. Owen also scored with a dummy on the line and great dive. Hemi rounded off the game, beating three players with three steps and passing off to Buster, a real team effort. Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match went to Buster. The team was missing the blistering pace of Otis who will be back next week.

· Under 8s – Noosa vs Nambour. It was an early morning kick-off at Nambour Toads. The boys were pumped after the holiday break. The Toads were determined from the start but the Dolphin boys were up for the challenge. They switched on in defence with strong tackling and Duke’s try-saving covering tackles were on display. The ruck play was exceptional thanks to Archie and Owen getting multiple turnovers and clearing out. This set up for some impressive attacking teamwork. The boys’ passing and offloads were a great display of support play with Flynn and Alfie to be rewarded with runaway tries. Eddie, Kafoa and Fion showed strong running with some exciting attacking raids from Hugo. Hugo’s grubber and regather from Flynn to score set the crowd alight. Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match went to Owen.

· Under 10s – The U10s were in and racing from the very beginning for a physical game against Matthew Flinders in Nambour. Scrums were well-fought and often won with great aggression from the Dolphins. The team pushed closer and closer to the Flinders line, and through many phases of solid ball carrying and successful ruck work, Mason busted over the line for the first try of the game. A successful conversion by Zachy D drove the Phins ahead early in the match. A neat little kick and chase by Flinders gifted them significant ground, but they were held up and denied by super solid Dolphins defence right near the line. Some solid driving and clean outs from Eden saw some big Flinders guys pushed back, until Seb broke through for a great little run right before the half-time whistle. Flinders came out fast after half time and fought back with a couple of breakaway tries to, ultimately, take the

game. All in all, an excellent game of rugby. Congrats to Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match Fynn, with the Laserzone award going to Henry.

· Under 11s – In a thrilling match against Eumundi at Grammar, the U11 Dolphins showcased their depth and teamwork with an impressive performance. The Dolphins generously lent five players to Eumundi, setting the stage for an inclusive and spirited game. Right from the start, Ben made a crucial offload that led to a stunning try by Sol, quickly followed by another try from Ben himself. Erik then powered through from a lineout to extend the lead to 21-0. Ben continued his dominant display with a crafty try from halfway, boosting the score to 28-0 by halftime. In the second half, Sol displayed excellent ball control, executing two ground kicks to set up Ben for yet another try, extending the Dolphins’ lead to 35-0. Harvey’s relentless tackling kept Eumundi in check, though they managed a try in the corner, closing the gap to 35-5. The match was marked by outstanding defence from all team members and exemplary sportsmanship.

· Under 12s – Reds On a sloppy Kawana field last Saturday, the U12 Dolphins tried their best against another top three team in the competition: Brothers. Unfortunately, the Reds came up short against an incredibly tight and efficient opposition. Despite getting over the line twice, the boys were unable to stop Brothers storming through their defence to take a commanding lead at full time. Chin up boys. Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match went to Harry for leading from the front with excellent tackles and unshakeable determination.

· Under 12 -Whites –The U12Whites travelled down to Grammar for an excellent display of tactical teamwork in Round 10. The boys put in an awesome effort to dominate a determined Grammar outfit. Great teamwork saw a variety of the Whites getting over the line. In another show of true Dolphins spirit, it was wonderful to see injured Whites players taking the time to come down and support their teammates on the field. Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match went to Oscar who also scored his first try during the match.

· Under 13s – The U13 Noosa Dolphins came out firing on all cylinders against Grammar,

one of the strongest teams in the comp. The first 15-20 minutes was not only the U13s strongest start yet, but was technically the best rugby they have played. Although getting very close to putting the first points on the board, it wasn’t to be. The loss to Grammar, however, was met with some very encouraging comments by Coach Ben from the Grammar coach. They pointed out that watching Noosa was a masterclass on how to be on the ball. Technically they are as good as any team in the comp; the scoreline – substantially less than last time – was due mainly to some bigger Grammar players getting over the line. Special mentions to Harry as full-back against some big players, Cormac carrying the ball and leading his pack. Points went to Luke for leading his team all over the paddock. Matty for embarrassing them by being all over the ball. The Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match to Victor for never resting, hitting every single ball, always talking and calling for support as needed. After all, rugby is a game of communication. A very special thanks to assistant coach Frankie for the fantastic coaching so generously given through this season. Enjoy your long break!

U12 Whites Person of the Match Oscar. (Supplied)

U10s - the all important Dolphin huddle.Buster returns to U7s with an award-grabbing performance.

U12 Reds contesting the line out.

Dolphins secure top four

By Jerry Lewis

In front of a big Back to Noosa crowd, the Ray White Noosa Dolphins took another step in the tight struggle to secure a top four spot in the 2024 A Grade Sunshine Coast Rugby Union Premiership. As the 32-27 result suggests, the victory against Wynnum was not without its drama, the score changing many times during the match, but the local side not able to comfortably shake the opposition at any stage.

With five tries a piece, again, it was the kickers that proved the difference on the scoreboard, Noosa’s Joey Caputo with three conversions and two penalty goals taking the honours over his Wynnum counterpart’s two conversions and a single penalty goal. The Dolphins showed a mixed bag on the field with free flowing quality football followed by lapses in defence and unforced errors and this must be a concern for the coaching staff so close to the finals and knowing that any loss by the top four teams could result in them dropping out of the top four. Recent high standard of the Dolphins lineout was missing and the dominance of the home sides scrum was also nullified, not only by the bigWynnum pack, but the 9 scrum feeds given to the opposition following Dolphin errors.

The RayWhite Dolphins currently retain top spot and face second placed University at Sippy Downs this Saturday, who have a game in hand over the Noosa side meaning a Dolphins vic-

tory is required to retain any chance of finishing top of the table securing the home ground Semi Final advantage in doing so. A loss, along with other results of the weekend could mean a ladder freefall as is the quality of the teams in the 2024 competition. Adding to the drama is that all other teams in the top four have an ad-

Billy Raymont does it again

By Joy Ringrose

After a slow start to this year’s Pacific League World Cup Showjumping series, Cooran’s Billy Raymont, and his mount Caprino, have come into top form, with two successive wins in the 3rd and 4th rounds of the series.

Billy’s previousWorld Cup win this year was at Larapinta, in April. Last Saturday, on July 13th, Billy and Caprino won again, against a field of 17 top horses and riders, at the State Equestrian Centre in Caboolture.

A large audience of spectators cheered enthusiastically for the competitors. This class was the highlight of a festival of showjumping held there over four days, from the 11-14 July and Caprino was just one of three combinations that jumped clear in both rounds of this competition.

Of the 17 combinations to start, there were no eliminations, and 12 made it through to the second round, against the clock. The two of them did the first round carefully, so were the slowest of the clear rounds at 81.28 seconds. Because of this they were the first of the three combinations that went clear to tackle a reduced number of jumps in the lightening second round.

The maximum time allowed for this round was 61 seconds. Billy and Caprino set a cracking pace, coming home in 50.82 sec, one second ahead of nearest rival, Phillip Lever on

Billionaire NZPH, who clocked 51.88 seconds. Billy received $4500 for the win.

A Calcutta was held to auction five teams of either three or four show jumpers, with the person who won the bidding taking 40 per cent of the prize pool, and the first and second place getters dividing the rest.

Billy’s team received the highest bid of $2600. All the teams made a combined bidding total of $8000.

Caprino, originally from Victoria, travelled to Europe with Billy last year, gaining valuable experience competing there. He has found top form in the last few months, winning Grand Prix classes, as well as these two World Cup Qualifiers.

Out of the show ring, this is a very exciting year for Billy and his wife, Tess, as they are expecting their first child in two weeks. Tess is also an elite show jumper who has enjoyed success both there and in Europe.

To add to the excitement, this win takes Billy to the top of the PLWC leaderboard.

Billy had his first win in this series in 2004, winning it again in 2017, and being placed either second or third in many of the years in between.

Away from the show ring Billy breeds and trains showjumping horses, both his, and those of others, and teaches showjumping both here and interstate.

ditional match in hand in which to gain points due to the Dolphins bye in the final round of the competition for which no points are awarded.

Dolphins Prop Pala Mailangi was awarded the KBs Player of the Match for the second week running and was ably supported by Gideon Kautai and the ever-present Kai Atkinson.

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Tigers belted by arch rival

By Julian Pitts

The Maroochydore Roos have kept their 2024 season alive by belting arch rivals Noosa to the tune of 14 goals at Fisherman’s Rd last Saturday.

In a scrappy ,windswept game of Aussie Rules footy, the Tigers were never really in the game as their green and yellow opponents were slicker in their ball movement and, at home, controlled the conditions far better.

It was another day of disappointment for the travelling Tiger faithful who relish these long time rivalries and were hoping for a much different result.

But the young Tigers simply were not good enough. No one can contest their effort and attack on the footy, they are just inexperienced at the level and been thrown to the wolves earlier than expected with so many top liners suffering injuries and unavailabilities in season 2024. As mentioned previously we just have to stick to the plan, be patient and things can turn around pretty quickly.

The on ball brigade was terrific for the Rococo Noosa Tigers with big Maccy Johnston contesting everything in the ruck and feeding the likes of the inform Fitzpatrick, Pettigrove and Horbury. Skipper Lachy Flagg battled manfully in defence whilst I liked the games of youngsters Billy Bowes and Jai Mure also. Also a big congrats to Declan Fitzpatrick upon making his Senior debut,the famous Noosa Tigers name continues to impress at our wonderful community footy club!

Media Award Votes

5. M.Pettigrove

6. J.Fitzpatrick

7. M.Johnston

8. N.Horbury

9. L.Flagg

Our senior women went down to ladderleaders Sandgate but certainly not without having a red hot crack. Coach Tony Tunza Brennan said “the girls were terrific, not at all can I question their endeavour but we just lack that finishing class“.

Champion on baller Raegen Mills was again the Tigers best overcoming a heavy tag to again amass a stack of possessions and continue yet another fantastic individual season for the Tigers. Brook Wegener played her best game for the year while accomplished players Monk, skipper Barker and Miriklis were also among the best.

Media Award Votes

5. R.Mills

6. B.Wegener

7. A.Monk

8. K.Barker

9. Z.Miriklis

A massive day at Rococo oval this Saturday with all four Senior teams up against Brisbane powerhouse Morningside on our annual past players day on the lawn from 2pm.

· Colts 9.30am

· Reserves 11.30am

· Senior Men 2pm

· Senior Women 4.45pm

Good luck to all teams representing the mighty Noosa Tigers this weekend

Grade side put on a display of running rugby before the Old Boys running away with a 57-24 victory.

all the up to date information including team announcements, and Noosa Long Luch details check out the Noosa Dolphins Facebook and Instagram pages.

Gideon Kautai on the field. (Supplied)

Goal kicking of Joey Caputo was instrumental in the final score. (Supplied)

Billy and Caprino flying at QSEC. (Joy Ringrose)

Maroochydore Roos dominated Noosa Tigers to the tune of 14 goals. (Craig Slaney)

Between The Flags

Ron Lane

Ladies make their mark

At the recent Annual General Meeting of the Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club, and before an attendance of some 100 club members, two young ladies definitely made their mark. This they did by being elected on to the clubs Board of Directors for a forthcoming two-year-term. The ladies and their Directorship were: Melisa Pinchbeck Deputy President and Andrea Baker Director of the JAC (Junior Activities Committee).

This would have to be the first time that two women were elected to the club Board of Directors in its 97-year history. Being the first ladies to ever stand for these positions, they were understandably, a bit apprehensive. However, there was no need as the response by the voting members to the final count was incredible. It left no doubt that the first ever appointment of two ladies, was not only accepted but also loudly celebrated. We wish them every success in the years ahead.

The Sunshine Beach Surf Lifesaving Club has definitely started off in a happy mood. Good news is that Head Coach Wes Burg and assistant coach wife Jay have received a three year-extension to their contract as club coaches. This really comes as no surprise as their training programs have been an outstanding success: definitely amongst the finest in Australia

From the Sunshine Beach Surf Life Saving club, there comes more good news. Alyce Wood, (member of Maroochy Surf Club) and daughter of Michelle Burnett, Sunshine’s Lifesaving Club Manager, will be representing Australia in the sprint kayaking event at the Paris Olympic Games.We wish the proud mum and daughter all the very best.

Other important news from the Sunshine Beach Club. It comes nice and early so you won’t miss out. The sign on days for the Sunshine Beach Nippers Club will be as follows: August 25 ,9am till 12pm at the NAC and August 31, I-3pm also at the NAC. Following last seasons outstanding success there has been an expansion in the U14 program with members coming up from the U13s.As a result of their past season an increase in the general membership is sure to be on the cards.

Boxing

Recently four members of our Impact Boxing club travelled out to Ipswich for the Regional Titles. This tournament saw around 60 bouts on the program with fighters travelling from all over the state. First into the ring for Impact Boxing we had Theo Rive who went on to win the 57kg division and he was followed by Luke Austin who went on to win the 71kg division. This win was followed by Slade Gray who took out the 48 kg division. Then to make it a clean sweep for the Impact club Nicole Kostovski took out the title for the63kg division. “Four wins from four bouts saw all boxers performing exceptionally well, with all team members up against top opponents,” said Coach Mark Evans.

On arriving home, the team had to regroup for another week of preparation and then it was off to Perth for the Australian Titles. For this Impact was represented by Clara Storch 60kg, Slade Gray 48kg and Tiana Rew 63 kg. “Once again, we made it a clean sweep for Team Impact,” said Evans, “winning three from three in the Australian Titles. The three girls were a part of a 40 member Queensland team we took to Perth.’’

The overall team results were outstanding. From a team of 40 they returned home with 26 gold medals and 9 silver. Definitely, the most successful tournament for a Queensland team. As head coach of the team, I was extremely proud not only for my own athletes but the way that every member of the team performed. It is very reassuring sign for us as coachers, that back home, we are definitely doing the right thing: the development that we are putting into our athletes and coaches was rewarded by our medal tally.” Coach Evans. Now home, Team Impact will prepare for a trip to Singapore and following this a trip to

New Zealand. “To say that at the moment the gym is really buzzing is an understatement. All athlete’s, are working hard striving towards their goals. As a coach,” said Mark Evans, “I could not be prouder than I am right now.’’

Weightlifting

The Oceanic International Invitation in Melbourne Australia concluded performance and exciting announcements that left the weightlifting community buzzing. This two-part event was not only a showcase of the sport at its highest level but also a moment of celebration and recognition for athletes who have qualified for the Olympic Games in Paris.

The athletes honoured in this ceremony were Eileen Catamaran, Kyle Bruce and Jacquelin Nichele. These athletes have demonstrated their exceptional skills and dedication, earning their place on the Olympic stage.We of the fast-growing weightlifting community in Noosa, extend our best wishers for those chosen to ware the Green and Gold of our country in Paris.

The second part of the event bought together the best weightlifters from the Oceanic region. This invitational featured only the top competitors from their respective weight categories. One of the standout moments of the weekend was the final session which included some of the Commonwealth and Oceanic champions, as well as current Olympians. Amongst these elite athletes was Taj Marsh of Noosa, who competed in this highly anticipated final session.

This young man expressed his excitement and gratitude for being part of such a prestigious event saying, ‘’ It was the most exciting event I have ever been a part of with many of the athletes being the guys I’ve looked up to since breaking into the international scene.” Taj’s performance on the platform was nothing short of spectacular. He achieved a personal best in both the snatch and the clean and jerk.

The snatch saw Taj lift 142kg, which was a 6 kg improvement on his previous personal best. The clean and jerk saw him lift 174kg, surpassing his best by 3kg. Overall, Taj achieved a total personal best of 10kg in the competition, a significant milestone in his weightlifting career. Taj’s impressive lifts caught the attention of many Australian selectors and coaches. His progress and potential were evident and there is a strong interest in providing him with more opportunities in the future.

Support and encouragement from the Australian Weightlifting Federation and the Oce-

anic weightlifting organisations, have been instrumental in Taj’s development as an athletic. The event would have not been possible without the efforts of the AWF and Oceanic weightlifting associations, and therefore acknowledgements of their efforts should be so noted. To provide opportunities for our up- and- coming athletes likeTaj Marsh is to be highly commended.

As Taj continues to train and compete, his performance at this event will undoubtedly serve as a source of inspiration and motivation. The weightlifting community eagerly anticipates his future endeavours and achievements. The spirit of weightlifting continues to thrive, thanks to the dedication and passion of these exceptional athletes.

Martial Arts

From the 13-14 July 2024 the Australian Federation Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Queensland Championships were held. The titles which were attended by 1513 competitors and 60 teams joining, the event was held at 296 Nerang Broadbeach Rd, Carrara. Representing our local CAZA BJJ CLUB was a team of 23 competitors.

In what must have been one of the clubs best performances the Caza team came home with a total of 24 medals: 13 gold medals, 4 silver and 7 bronze. Regarding ranking in the Juniors Caza was placed 7th, 14 competitors 13 with medals, 9 Gold. In Male No-Gi Ranking again placed 7th 7 competitors 4 gold and in Male Gi Ranking placed 9th 5 competitors, 3 gold.

Head Coach Professor Yoshi Hasegawa was indeed very happy with the results. ‘’These were great results for such a small number of competitors: other teams had much larger numbers participating.” Next week we talk with Professor Hasegawa regarding the performance and future of members coming up through the ranks.

Once again, we receive outstanding results from various sports, in which coaches and athletes from our community, are involved, at both State and National level. Just to name a few : Woogie Marsh weightlifting coach, Mark Evans amateur boxing coach and Professor Yoshi Hasegawa

coach. Their success with their athletes

outstanding.

Jiu-Jitsu

has been

The Juniors Caza was placed 7th, 14 competitors, 13 with medals, 9 Gold at the Australian Federation Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Queensland Championships. (Supplied)

Sunshine Beach Surf Life Saving Club head coach Wes Burg and assistant coach, wife, Jade, pictured with U11 state Ironwomen champions, have received a three yearextension to their contract as club coaches. (Supplied)

The Caza team came home from the Australian Federation Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Queensland Championships with a total of 24 medals: 13 gold medals, 4 silver and 7 bronze. (Supplied)

Weightlifter Taj Marsh achieved a personal best in the Oceanic International Invitation in Melbourne. (Supplied)

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Pererenan, my old friend

We’re staying at Umah Kembar, a beautiful compound of twin Dutch colonial bungalows and spaciousgardensinthemiddleoftheBalinesevillage of Pererenan, a place where, over the past 15 years from my office in the poolside guest quarters, I’ve researched and written four books and produced two documentaries.

We came here to mourn our dear friend Sue, one of two leaseholders of the estate, following heruntimelyandtragicdeathsixmonthsago,but I also find myself mourning a village that we once loved.

Five years ago, pre-Covid, the writing was on the wall for Pererenan but I never expected it to get so bad so quickly.

It’s beautiful here in our gardens but we are virtually prisoners in the precinct. I used to ride a pushy down the quiet Jalan Pantai (beach road) with my surfboard tucked under my arm when the tide was right at any time of day. Now I go at dawn to get a few waves in before the traffic gets crazy and the breaks are completely taken over by tourist surf schools whose instructors show no mercy to old blokes on longboards.

Like everyone in Pererenan, we are surrounded by construction sites, jackhammers provide our daily soundtrack, tourists and couriers on scooters get around the standstill traffic by mounting what few footpaths exist, so it’s not safe to be a pedestrian.

And it’s become kind of weird.

The huge Russian and only slightly smaller Ukrainian presence means every menu is multilingual and it’s a lot easier to get a Kiev poke or a Moscow mule than it is a nasi goreng, Bali kopi or a cold Bintang.

And of course, every chilled out, cool one of these joints is a co-working space full of beautiful tattooed people in skimpy matching beachwear andneverwithoutearphones.It’ssoearnestlytryhard cool that they’ve forgotten how to cook the basic staples we used to love.

After my early surf this morning I found a new place we could walk to in less than five fear-filled minutes. Most of the space was co-workers only but we commandeered a corner table and ordered coffees and truffled eggs. The menu was Russian first, English second. The minimalist art around the walls consisted of a homily in Russian and English, centred on white space. “Face the void” declared one, “Everything has always been, is and will be” insisted another. Suitably cheered, we threw down our eggs and got the hell out. Walking home, I noticed a frock shop window informing passers-by:“Too busy creating my dream life.” Well, good for you, Svetlana. Russian tourism, by the way, has shown a slight decline over the past two years, falling out of the top five, which Australia leads with China just behind. But according to insiders, this is only because many more are entering on long-stay visas.

Of course, whether we want to blame the Russians or not, it’s completely futile to mourn the passing of an era that was never going to withstand the inevitability of the urban tourism sprawl, originally planned more than 50 years ago to be contained between the airport and the south-west coastal strip to the temple of Petitenget, but like all policies of containment in Bali, doomed to fail. In 1971, in response to the 1969

opening of the Ngurah Rai International Airport and the sudden surge of tourism (arrivals trebled to 30,000 within the first year – in 2023 it was 5.3 million) the “Master Plan for the Development of Tourism in Bali” was drawn up by the Indonesian governmentaspartofanaidprogramfinancedby the United Nations and carried out by the World Bank. Indonesian public servants worked with a French consulting firm to plan the expected growth resulting from identifying Bali as the “showcase of Indonesian tourism”.

The plan called for consolidation of the tourist hub and limiting development elsewhere, the philosophy being that in this way most of the is-

landwouldremainunspoiledandculturallypure, and tourists could be bussed from their dormitories to gaze in awe and wonder on day trips.

When we started making Pererenan our Bali base all those years ago, the village was still outside the perimeter of the tourism hub, but only just. High rise and doof doof beach clubs had already taken over most of neighbouring Canggu, and in Pererenan, by paying double its value, you could lease part of the official green belt rice fields that formed an arc around it and build your dream villa, which by now will be surrounded at very close quarters by 50 others just like it.

Yes, many parts of Bali have reached tipping

point, but there is always hope, or Kerta Yuga, in the Hindu belief. For us this past week that was brought home by our annual visit to Cepaka, just 10minutesinlandfromPererenanbutuntouched byit.Thistimewebroughtourextendedfamilyto pay respects to our friend Wayan Agus Parwita, his wife Made, brother also Made, their tribe of kids and the patriarch, I Nyoman Suwita, wood carver of temples, and matriarch Ni Luh

in their beautiful compound, still surrounded by lush jungle.

Next week we’ll visit a couple more outposts of old Bali.

Suji,

Terry Fitzgerald on his way to winning the Om Bali Pro in 1980 on the wingtail flyer he later gave to me. It became my Bali board for a decade. (Dick Hoole)

Japan Pantai Kuta early ‘70s. When the streets were sane. (Lost Bali)

Columnist (left) with the surfboard carriers, Windro compound, Uluwatu, 1974. (Dick Hoole)

Same streets today. (Dick Hoole)

Columnist and Wayan Agus share a toast and a selfie.

Charlie Chaplin tries his hand (and feet) at Bali traditional dance, 1936. (Bali Media)

Another ‘30s tourist gets into the spirit. (Bali Media)

Family group at Cepaka compound, 2024.

Junior anglers invited

By Lee McCarthy

After a break in June to support the Rainbow Beach Family Fishing Classic, the Rainbow Beach Amateur Anglers (RBAA) wrapped up their July club trip with a weigh in at club sponsor The Deck @ Seasalt.

According to club secretary Vern Ezzy, the club had a great turn-out with twenty two members joining the ranks and weighing in.

In the junior competition Ollie Pearce had a great mixed bag of bream, dart, trevally and whiting from the straits and Inskip Point taking out first place with thirty points.

Ollie also took out this months target species trophy with a 505 gram dart.

Mia Pinney came in secord with five points, Liam Barron in third with three points just pipping his brother Glendon with two points.

In the adult competition, fishing offshore was only for the brave with Jim McGuckin and Vince Sturdy the only offshore competitors to test the conditions and weigh in offshore fish with other offshore competitors reverted to the beach.

Vern said some good catches were presented consisting of dart, tarwhine, bream and whiting.

“Flathead were scarce due to the cold change.“

Mal Ireland nailed the Target Species Trophy and cash for the month with 413 gram whiting.

Offshore Winners:

· 1st Place Peter Lee – 12 Points

· 2nd Place Helaine Wilesmith – 11 points

· 3rd Place Jim McGuckin – 10 Points

Inshore Results

· 1st Place John Hollingworth – 35 points

· 2nd Place Mal Ireland – 22 Points

· 3rd Place Bruce Pinney – 17 points

“John is building a handy lead with 112 points in the overall Inshore Competition with Gary Enklemann in second place with 39 points closely followed by Travis Pinney with 38 points. Great Work Fellas!“

“The crab competition is gaining momentum and while the tides were not ideal for crabbing with a high of only 1.4m, some quality crab were weighed in.“

Gary Enklemann continues to build on a solid score with 19 points and closely followed by Nev Stutz with 11 points.

Gary edged out the others in points this month to walk away with the Crab N Gear prize pack and a solid crab weighing 1,980 grams to take maintain his lead for the heaviest crab trophy.

The Rainbow Beach Amateur Anglers Junior Program will commence on the 3 August 2024 with the first of four sessions over the next twelve months.

Vern said, “The RBAA Junior Program 2024

will provide an opportunity for children with an outdoor educational experience that will provide them with the opportunity to learn skills and knowledge to explore the beach safely, fish sustainably, and appreciate the natural environment while having fun and being mentored by an experienced teachers and local fisherman.“

“We hope the program will help equip young fishers with knowledge, skills and experiences that they will use over their lifetime.“

Each session consists of a theory lesson followed by hands-on activities at suitable locations within the Cooloola Recreation Area.

The program will be delivered by the clubs junior mentors, Steve Bennett and Don Reid, both accredited and experienced teachers.

“The program is aimed at boys and girls between the ages of 10 to 15 years and limited spaces are available.“

The RBAA’s Junior Program is funded with the assistance of the Department of Agriculture and Community as part of their Community Grant program.

“A big Thank You to the Club’s 2024 Sponsors for their continued support which greatly assists the club to continue to run our competitions, junior days and other activities, as well as being an active group within the Rainbow Beach Community.“

Mark your calendars for round two of the Amateur Fishermen’s Association of Queensland and Rainbow Beach Amateur Anglers Interclub Competition scheduled for 17 and 18 August 2024.

· Register or further information at at https:// rbaafishing.com.au/events

STAY ACTIVE in Noosa

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

MODERN JIVE IN TEWANTIN

Modern Jive is a great modern dance style that is heaps of fun, and is easy to learn. Come and dance to the modern music that you hear at parties, weddings and nightclubs. New and current dancers welcome! Venue: Freemason’s Hall, 30 Moorindil Street,Tewantin. Classes every Tuesday night, 6:15pm for a 6:30pm start. Contact Warren 0402 092 563 or visit LeStepSunshineCoast.com.au

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 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 around the world, on Fridays from 10-11.45am at the Catholic Parish Hall, Moorindil Street, Tewantin. We are a welcoming group providing physical and social well-being through world dance. Phone Philippa on 0417 780 016 or just come along. Wear comfortable shoes.

NEW BEGINNER TAP CLASSES

Always wanted to tap dance? Here’s your

chance to complete five beginner classes, Fridays 2-3pm, commencing 9 August, Uniting Church Hall, Werin St, Tewantin. Intermediate classes are on Thursdays 4.45-6.15pm. Phone Helen on 0448 621 788 for further details.

PICKLEBALL

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

FITBARRE

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

Rainbow Beach Amateur Anglers Inc Crab King Gary Enkleman and Vern Ezzy

PROPERTY

BUYERS FINDING THEIR FAVOURITE PLACES

PROPERTY MATTERS

ELYSIUM Noosa has turned out to be a winner for families as the boutique estate filled up with a broad range of house designs.

“There’s lots to love about living in Elysium,’’ Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Erica Newton said, “especially when there is a park at the end of the street, cycle and walking tracks around the estate, along Lake Weyba, and also through part of the Noosa National Park.’’

Such was the case for 4 Bennets Ash Rd, Noosa Heads, that Erica took to auction at the weekend.

The four-bedroom, two-bathroom residence attracted much interest from locals as well as Sydney and Melbourne buyers, also several bidders on auction day.

However, it was Brisbane buyers who were excited to move into their new home, close to so many amenities including the resident’s-only private recreational facility. It was sold under the hammer for $1.6m. PICTURE-PERFECT LITTLE COVE

The cachet of Little Cove is unequivocal, and a whole-floor apartment 3 with a pool at 54 Park Rd proved irresistible to buyers early in the campaign.

With sweeping views across Noosa Main Beach, Laguna Bay, Coloured Sands and beyond to Double Island Point plus Noosa National Park on the doorstep, Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Nic Hunter, said little wonder it was snapped up prior to auction.

FEELS LIKE HOME

Caitlyn McConnell at Sunshine Beach Real Estate had good early interest in the threebedroom, three-bathroom house with pool at 15 McAnally Dve, in the North Sunshine Beach precinct.

At a beachside location in this soughtafter street, there were two registered bidders on Saturday and a start at $3.6m.

The property sold under the hammer for $4.2m to a local family returning to Sunshine Beach from Noosa Heads.

The appeal was the breaking wave views, a relaxed beach house they could put their stamp on, and the community/ village feel of Sunshine, Caitlyn said.

LOCATION SPEAKS LOUDLY

There’s a nice feel to the waterside home on Lake Weyba Drive at Noosaville and it is attracting strong interest ahead of auction.

Tiffany Wilson at Tom Offermann Real Estate is marketing the five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 95 Lake Weyba Dve in conjunction with colleague Nic Hunter.

It goes to the market at 12pm on Saturday, 27 July.

“People have been coming through the open homes,’’ Tiffany said. “This is a street people have had their eye on for such a long time.

“The more time you spend in the house, the more you realise how unique the outlook is … and the community is fantastic.

“This is a very clear location with regard to the lookout - and the design honours the location of the house. There is the water and the national park.’’

Locals have predominantly been those showing most interest ... some looking to move from the hinterland and not willing to lose the privacy and nature yet appreciate

the proximity to services. Others have dreamed of waterfront.

The contemporary residence designed by Sketchi Architects and constructed by MGQ Builders, is timeless. It engages with structural simplicity, based on function, form and respect for an idyllic subtropical climate that blends with the outdoors.

Vaulted ceilings and walls of glass attract natural light that falls across white polished concrete floors downstairs and blackbutt timber in the expansive living areas upstairs.

There are multiple living areas across two levels, gourmet galley kitchen with high-end Smeg appliances, and a luxurious upstairs main bedroom suite with walk-in robe and ensuite.

Multiple terraces include a 5m by 7.2m undercover alfresco area and 4.9m by 8m pool with sun terrace.

The upper level boasts beautiful blackbutt timber flooring and raked ceilings. The expansive living and dining areas provide a seamless connection to the north-eastern undercover terrace, showcasing a180-degree view of Lake Weyba waterways and foreshore. DESIGNED WITH LIFESTYLE IN MIND

Anyone who has been inside a Frank Macchia-designed house will understand the importance he puts on family.

The living areas, the kitchens, the alfresco dining ... they are the heart of a home.

They encourage family gatherings around the table where meals are served and

conversation is shared.

That sense of family generally spills out onto the gardens, the pool areas or the waterfront.

The four-bedroom, three-bathroom property at 4 The Anchorage, Noosa Waters is a fine example of Macchia’s work.

Set on 1049sq m, it is scheduled for auction Friday, 26 July, at 12pm with Rick Daniel and Kym De Warren of Coastal Noosa.

Positioned on the water, the meticulously maintained property has its emphasis on the utmost privacy.

With a beautiful streetscape, there is an atrium, floor-to-ceiling curved walls, louvered windows and a view to the outdoor living area.

The upper level is dedicated to the main bedroom suite, including studio with expansive views of the canal.

There are three internal living areas and multiple indoor/outdoor living areas. An automated Vergola louvred roof system closes when it rains.

The designer kitchen, offering a private view of the waterway, includes a doublefridge space, ample cabinetry, five-burner cooktop and a 900mm oven.

A second living area features a builtin timber fireplace, while an office with a separate entry can also serve as a fourth bedroom.

The resort-style swimming pool, with 17m lap section, looks out to the waterway.

A second driveway suits a trailer, jet ski or boat.

ERLE LEVEY

A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car riverside house with pool at 95 Lake Weyba Dve, Noosaville, goes to auction 11am Saturday, 27 July.

A four-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car waterfront house with pool at 4 The Anchorage, Noosa Waters, goes to auction Friday, 26 July, at 12pm.

PRIVACY PLUS QUALITY FINISH

The house was in a dilapidated condition but it has been fully restored to one of the highest in finishes and would suit private or acreage buyers.

The Queensland-style, four-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house with pool on 1032sq m at 16 Miva St, Cooroy, goes to auction Saturday, 27 July, at 2pm.

Adam Watts and Caroline Schleppegrell of Century 21 Conolly Hay Group are marketing the property, that has naturally been attracting a of lot interest … and it has been from diverse cross-section: Brisbane, interstate and local.

Finished in early June, the appeal includes Noosa coastal because of the

A fully-restored, Queensland-style, four-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house with pool on 1032sq m at 16 Miva St, Cooroy, goes to auction Saturday, 27 July, at 2pm.

A fully-restored, Queensland-style, four-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house with pool on 1032sq m at 16 Miva St, Cooroy, goes to auction Saturday, 27 July, at 2pm.

standard of the home, Adam said.

“This property is one of the most polished restorations of a Queenslander I’ve seen in my years in real estate.

“It features one of the best thoughtout designs, and has been restored and modernised all in one.’’

Originally named after the Indian god of love and kindness, KAMA is an historic Queenslanderthat stands as a testament to luxury meeting tradition.

It showcases timeless features such as the 1912 stained glass front door, seamlessly blending with modern elements to create a home of elegance and comfort.

The interiors boast French doors and

new casement-style windows, attracting natural light while offering views of the lush landscaped gardens.

Adorned with oak timber flooring and lofty 12-foot ceilings, the open-plan layout includes a bespoke designer kitchen equipped with premium European appliances and a charming butler’s pantry.

A covered poolside alfresco area encourages barbecues and gathering around the outdoor firepit.

The main bedroom suite boasts a stunning ensuite, while the sunroom offers the chance to curl up with a good book to read.

Underground garaging is accessible from Ambulance Lane.

AUCTION ACTION

SATURDAY, 20 July

Noosa Heads

9/1 Quamby Pl: 2bed, 2bath, 1car waterfront apartment, 1pm, Eric Seetoo 0419 757 770 Tom Offermann Real Estate Noosaville

5/7 Russell St: 2bed, 2bath, 1car apartment, 12pm, Clare Sherwood 0423 903 733 Patrick Sherwood 0413 889 130 Tom Offermann Real Estate Peregian Beach

5/43 Lorikeet Dve: 2bed, 2bath, 1car apartment, 2pm, Rebekah Offermann 0413 044 241 Michael McComas 0447 263 663 Tom Offermann Real Estate. ●

Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Erica Newton with the excited buyers of 4 Bennets Ash Rd in the Elysium Estate.

Caitlyn McConnell of Sunshine Beach Real Estate at 15 McAnally Dve, Sunshine Beach.

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 Friday1.00-1.30&Saturday12pm

Agent EricSeetoo 0419757770 eric@offermann.com.au

ROBER TS TREET , NOOS AV ILLE

Iflivingandlovinglifemereminutestocafé centralon Gympie Terrace,whichrunsparallel to thedog-friendly NoosaRiverforeshore andgazebo-dottedpark,is your maxim,thissunnybrightapartmentwith twoterraces andriverglimpses,shimmerswithinvestmentgold. Stepinside,beimmediatelyimpressed by the floor plan,sandy-toned flooringandhowbrightnaturallight invitesitselfin.Think cool, casual yetchiccharacter.

Lookleft to thegenerouslivingareawithFrenchdoors opening to themain terrace.Itlooksovertheleafy tropicalfrontgarden,onthenortherlyside. Take a quickgazeattheNoosaRiver,andasthesunbegins to setlateintheafternoon,adoptamorelaidback attitudewithsundownersinhand.

Auction Saturday27July12pm View Saturday11.00-11.30

Agent RebekahOffermann 0413044241 rebekah@offermann.com.au

Agent Michael McComas 0447263663 michael@offermann.com.au

2/10

23 LIBERTYPLACE , SUNRISEBEACH

Whenit comes towonderfulsurprises,perfectly positionedattheendofa quietcul-de-sac,and two minutes to squeakywhitesand,isasubstantial residenceonalarger-than-mostsite,withaserious alfrescoaesthetic, anorth-easterlyaspectand Coral Seaviews. Lookbeyondthebrightopenplanliving spaces.The coalescencewithoutdoorsandthemassive spaceisajoyto behold.

Thelustrouspoolwithtimberdeckinggaloretakes centrestage.There’sanundercoverterraceoff the livingarea,whiletheterraceonthenorthside,also undercover, takesalfrescoliving to aresortlevel.Dine, lounge, catchsomeraysonthesundeckorcurlupon thecustombooth-styleseating.Whateverthepleasure, the reasonorseasonit’sallhere

Auction

Friday2 August 4pm

View

Saturday &Wednesday 10.00-10.30

Agent JesseStowers 0414367282 jesse@offermann.com.au

30 WYUNADRIVE , NOOSAVILL E

NestledwithinNoosa’s covetedHideawayIsland,this coastal-chic residenceoffersunparalleledliving.The homefeatures asunlit exteriorwithaturquoisefront door,framed by lillipilliesand expansiveverandahs perfectforalfrescodining overlookingthepooland gardens.Idealforfamilyliving,thepropertyboasts directaccess to a2.5acre parkwithplaygrounds. Inside, aspaciouslivingareawithoak flooringanda

wood-burning fireplaceextendsseamlesslyoutdoors, complemented by agalleykitchenwitha dining roomservery.Upstairs,anensuite bedroomprovides comfort,whileample storageincludes alock-up storeroomandunder-stairspace. Positionedbetween HastingsStreetand Gympie Terrace,this residence promisesbothlifestyleandinvestmentappealinthe heartofNoosaville.

Auction

Saturday 3August12pm

View

Saturday 11.00-11.30

Agent Roark Walsh 0437447804 roark@offermann.com.au

14/11 HENDERSON ST REET , SUNSHIN EB EACH

Is asublimepenthousewith arooftopboastinglookat-melustrousseagull’s eyeviewsfromthenorthern headland, sweeping180degreesacrosstheluminous azureofthe CoralSea,and way beyond to 360degrees, theultimatepurchaseopportunity ofitstypein SunshineBeachcurrently?‘Sea’for yourself!! Waketo thesoundof wavesbreakingonshore,thesight ofwhite-tipped wavesoff thehook,grabthesurfboard

andhavetoesinsandinoneminute.Notyourcupof tea?Howaboutbeing30secondsfrom café centralin SunshineBeachvillageorwatchingwhalesbreaching fromtheterrace.Thereare viewsfromalmostevery room,notassplendidasthe rooftop terraceto wow anycrowd.Fromamazingsunrisesandsunsets, whateverthe reasonorseason,entertainingis abreeze.

Auction Saturday 10August 11am

View Saturday &Wednesday11.00-11.30

Agent JesseStowers 0414367282 jesse@offermann.com.au

5/70 UPPER H ASTINGS ST REET , NOOSAHEADS

Thinkauspiciousaddressnestledintothenatural topographyontheskylineofalluringLittleCove, locatedonly100-metresora 4-minutewalkviaa pathwayto HastingsStreetandNoosaMainBeach, withbothLittle Cove BeachandtheNoosaNational Park, ashort walk awaytoo.Inside evokesasense oftranquility. Patternsoflight cast shadows overthe pastelgrey tilesinthelivingarea,whileovertones

of acoolcoastalaesthetic complementtheseaside vignettesandleafyoutlooksandaretotallyintheme withLittleCove’ssignaturereputation. Doorsslide awaytothenorth-facingterracewhich looksoverthe residentsonlypool,whilebeyond arepretty-as-a-picture glimpsesofLagunaBayand NoosaMainBeach.What adelightfulbackdropfor sundowners.

Auction

Saturday 10August 2pm

View

Saturday 10.00-10.30

Wednesday11.00-11.30

Agent Eliza Copppin 0423726639 eliza@offermann.com.au

9S EASCOU TC IRCUIT , NOOS AV ILLE

Awhisper-quiettree-lined streetismatched by afront gardenwithmanicuredlawn,agavesandpathway linedwithdecorativelyhedgedlillypillies.Insidethere’s much to love aboutthisbeaconofbrightnesswhich teases cool contemporarydesignelements,afresh renovation,andscalestheheightofdelectability.

Off theentry way is acarpetedloungewithclever wallcut-out,whiletheverygenerousopenplanliving

areaswithshiny whitetilesand vaultedceiling,have slide-awaydoorsto acoveredalfrescoterrace,which suggests year roundentertainingthankstotheidyllic north-facingaspect.

Similarly,thealmostabutting roman-styleshimmering poolwithshallow splash zoneforthekids,ormaybeit’s theperfect posseforserioussundowners.

Auction Saturday 10thAugust 3pm

View

Saturday 10.00-10.30

Agent NicHunter 0421785512 nic@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

Price $3.495M

View Saturday 10.00-10.30

Agent CameronUrquhart 0411757570 cameron@offermann.com.au

5/7 RUSSell ST ReeT , NOOSAVILL E

Ifblissis apretty-as-a-pictureapartmentwithmagicalnortherlyviews to the NoosaRivermouth,watchingboats,theNoosaFerryandpleasurecraft plyingthe waterway fromthegenerous terrace,locatedin aprivilegedspot20-metres to the white-sandshoreline,andthesparklingclearlappingwater,thisisit. Alifewell-lived, maybea fisherman’sdream cometrueand certainlya sageinvestmentopportunity Insideadmirehow generousopenplanlivinganddiningspacesareintrinsically calmingandmorphseamlessly to outdoors,andtheinteriordesignwithplantation shutters and coolpalettewithpopsofcolour, continuesthroughoutincludinga secondliving/leisurespace. Easyto baskinthepleasureof findingaholiday-everydayhaven.

A 2 B 2 C 1 D

Auction Saturday 20July12pm View Saturday11.30am Agent ClareSherwood 0423903733 clare@offermann.com.au

65 LAKEWEYBADRIVE , NOOSAVILLE

Welcome to theLakehouse, abrandnew,luxurybuilthome,whereeverydetail hasbeenmeticulouslycraftedwithqualityinmind.Soldfullyinteriordesigned, furnishedandaccessorised,thisbeauty has afullyself-containedguesthouseat therearandislocatedjust4 minutesfromHastingsStreet and2minutesfromthe NoosaRiverand Gympie Terrace. Atrulyenviablelocationboasting watertothe frontandnationalparkbehind.Itistheperfectblendofconvenience and coastal water-sidetranquillity. Situatedonthe streetcornerisfamed restaurantSum Yung Guys,withtherenownedNoosaFarmers Market,bothwithina leisurely500meter stroll.Additionally,AldiNoosavilleis convenientlylocatedjust600metersaway, ensuringeasyaccess to all yourdailyessentials.Experience theepitomeofmodern livinginoneofNoosa’smostsought-afterlocations.

A 5 B 5 C 2 D

Price $6.5M View

Saturday 12.00-12.30

Agent EricaNewton 0410603519

erica@offermann.com.au

AUCT IONSATURD AY 12.0 0P M

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NORTH FACING GOLF COURSE AND VIEWS

AVENUES fringed with gracious palms and gardenia hedges, and an amazing centrepiece of a giant Ficus hedged barrellike in The Point’s cul-de-sac is stunning, as is the impressive curved driveway, with garden of bulbous fruiting cycads, tropical magnolia grandiflora and tall Bahamas palms.

Admire the statement portico, undercover paved walkway and entry into the vestibule. Look around. There’s a sense of sophistication, elegance and timeless appeal, fashioned with definitive design responses reminiscent of a grand Mediterranean villa such as curves, clerestory and recessed ceilings, louvres, gallery-like walls and walls of glass.

Notice how bright natural light bounces through the vast void to the generous living room with its casual sink-into sofas, the more formal lounge, even stretching to the dining room. Naturally with the idyllic northerly aspect, and doors that seemingly disappear, the living rooms have immediate connectivity to expansive undercover and alfresco terraces with large terracotta pots, manicured expanse of lawn and shimmering turquoise pool. Add a largerthan-most over 30-metre frontage, water and golf course views including the 15th fairway and beyond. Entertaining options are numerous, always a breeze from long lunches to sundowners whilst watching mesmerising local fauna and birdlife on the course. Incidentally, this fairway is a Par 5, and the longest hole at Noosa Springs.

Commensurate in space, also the central hub of the ground floor is undoubtedly the kitchen, with granitetopped timber - fronted cabinetry including island/breakfast bar, walk-in pantry, premium Miele appliances, and plenty of storage. An outdoor kitchen, suggesting barbeques for every reason and season, is an added advantage.

There are four carpeted bedrooms. Downstairs the premier suite retreat with terrace looking out to the pool and fairway has walk-in robe, ensuite with timber - topped 2 -basin cabinetry and spa bath with a view to drift into tranquillity. A possible bedroom/study with built-in robe has a bathroom nearby. Upstairs are three bedrooms, a sizable second suite with a north facing terrace, walk-in robe and ensuite and two additional bedrooms with built-in robes share an expansive bathroom with a bathtub.

The laundry opens to a drying court; the large two-car garage has ample space for extra storage; and the third garage is plentiful space for two golf buggies, or whatever takes your fancy.

“This ever-so private golf course frontage is a stunning oasis that totally

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connects to its on-par spectacular location,” enthuse Tom Offermann Real Estate agents Eric Seetoo and Patrick Sherwood.

“This Mediterranean-inspired residence is all about finding the green, green grass of home, whether keen golfers or not. It’s a perfect example of a substantial property in an exclusive gated estate with 24hour security and prestige homes dotted amongst manicured gardens, and pathways and resident’s only resort-style pools.

“It’s easy proximity to the Noosa Springs Golf & Spa clubhouse complex and the Graham Papworth-designed 5-star championship course has pockets of rainforest, surrounded by Lake Weyba, the spring-fed lakes of Noosa Springs and the Noosa National Park with its abundance of flora and fauna including koalas and

kangaroos.”

Facts & Features:

· House Area: 380m2

· Land Area: 616m2 Golf Course Frontage: 30m; overlooking Hole 15/Par 5, longest hole at Noosa Springs

· Pool / Main Terrace: 8mx3m turquoise pool / 3.2m x 3m off living + 6m x 1.5m + 1.5m x 1.8m wrapping lounge; all north-facing & undercover.

· About: portico & walkway entry; dedicated living & lounge & open to undercover terrace & pool w water & golf course views incl 15th fairway; 4 carpeted bedrooms; 2 downstairs - premier suite w nth terrace, WIR & ensuite w timbertopped 2-basin cabinetry, spa bath + 2nd w BIR + bathroom; upstairs 3 bedrooms – second master suite w nth terrace, WIR & ensuite & 2 w BIRs + blush-tiled

Address: 207/61 Noosa Springs Drive, NOOSA HEADS Description: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3 garage Price: $3.15M

Inspect: Sat, 20th Jul 11:00am - 11:30am; Wed, 24th Jul 11:00am - 11:30am

Contact: Patrick Sherwood 0413 889 130 and Eric Seetoo 0419 757 770, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

bathroom w bath; kitchen w C-shaped granite-topped timber-fronted cabinetry incl island / breakfast bar, walk-in pantry, premium Miele appliances, vast amounts of storage; outdoor kitchen w BBQ; lofty / recessed ceilings; neutral palette; ducted aircon / fans shutters / security; 2-car garage + single; laundry w drying court

· Inventory: partial inclusions

· Noosa Springs Residential Estate: 24 hr gated security; pools; pet friendly; close to Noosa Springs Golf & Spa clubhouse complex, tennis courts & fitness centre

· About Noosa Springs Golf Course: consistently rated one of the finest in Australia - 6,180m par 72 championship course; 4 tees per hole; 69 bunkers; 10 freshwater lakes, as well as neighbouring Lake Weyba; abundant wildlife, incl kangaroos, koalas & myriad birdlife ●

SUNDRENCHED WATERSIDE BEAUTY

DISCOVER coastal luxury and lifestyle at 95 Lake Weyba Drive, Noosaville.

Nestled in a coveted playground of breathtaking beauty, this stunning architectdesigned home boasts a privileged address mere fishing rod lengths away from the tranquil crystal-clear Lake Weyba waterways. The allure of having Noosa National Park with abundant birdlife and kangaroos at your back gate is simply unparalleled.

Designed by renowned Sketchi Architects and expertly constructed by MGQ Builders, this residence seamlessly blends structural simplicity with respect for the idyllic sub-tropical climate. The 435m2 of living space on a generous 728m2 block offers an unparalleled lifestyle in one of Noosaville’s most sought-after locations.

Step inside to be awed by white polished concrete floors and walls of glass that seemingly disappear in the casual living space. The monochromatic aesthetic combines laid-back glamour with practicality.

Features include:

· 5 bedrooms, including a luxurious upstairs master suite with walk-in robe and ensuite

· Multiple living areas across two levels

· Gourmet galley kitchen with high-end Smeg appliances

· 4.9m x 8m pool with sun terrace

· Multiple terraces, including a 5m x 7.2m undercover alfresco area

The upper level boasts beautiful blackbutt timber flooring and raked ceilings. The expansive living and dining areas offer a seamless connection to the northeastern undercover terrace, showcasing a breathtaking 180-degree view of Lake Weyba waterways and foreshore.

Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the direct access to Noosa National Park, perfect for nature walks and wildlife spotting. The area is home to diverse birdlife, including Brahminy Kites and the endangered rainbow bee-eater.

Located on the quiet, no-through Lake Weyba Drive, this property offers tranquillity while being just minutes from Noosa’s best amenities. Enjoy a 5-minute drive to Hastings Street and Noosa Main Beach, a 2-minute drive to Gympie Terrace, and easy access to local culinary gems. Within a short walk, you’ll find the popular Sum Yung Guys restaurant known for its modern Asian fusion cuisine, Nisa Thai,

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Address: 95 Lake Weyba Drive, NOOSAVILLE

Little Cove Coffee, The Bakers Pantry, ALDI Supermarket, and the Noosa Farmers’ Market. This ideal location combines peaceful living with the convenience of having Noosaville’s vibrant food scene and essential services right at your doorstep.

For water enthusiasts, the property offers unique advantages: it’s possible to drive a boat from across the road all the way into Noosa Main Beach or the Noosa River, providing seamless access to the area’s stunning waterways. Additionally, a boat ramp is conveniently located just 600m away, making it easy to launch your vessel and explore the local waters.

As noted by Tom Offermann Real Estate agents Nic Hunter and Tiffany Wilson, “The location is considered a well-kept secretfor good reason. It is paradisiacal and will never lose its popularity.”

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Noosaville paradise. Contact us today to arrange a private viewing of this exceptional property, set for auction on Saturday, July 27, 2024.

Facts & Features:

· House Area: 435m2

· Land Area: 728m2

· Architect/Builder: Sketchi Architects/ MGQ Builders

· Pool: 4.9mx8m w sun terrace

· Terraces: 5.mx7.2m undercover alfresco, abuts pool area; 3.6mx7.2m undercover NE facing upper level; 4.5mx3.5m overlooking rear garden & nature reserve

· About: white polished concrete flooring downstairs; cedar timber exterior walls & alfresco ceilings; blackbutt timber treads & flooring upstairs; designer pendant in void; vaulted ceilings; ducted air/fans; louvres/skylights/disappearing doors; upstairs living & dining w absolute seamless connection to NE undercover terrace & 180-degree view of Weyba waterways & foreshore; downstairs casual living w custom bar opens to alfresco kitchen, BBQ & sundeck poolside; media/leisure/ retreat; 5-bedrooms – upstairs carpeted premier king w access to rear terrace, WIR, ensuite w timber & basin-topped cabinetry, white kit kat wall tiles + bathtub; bunk room w WIR; bedroom 3 w BIR; bathroom & powder room; study w custom cabinetry; lower level bedroom/ media/leisure room w access to terrace & garden; bunkroom w BIR; bathroom & powder room

· Kitchen: galley w white stone-topped white-2pac cabinetry incl 2.5m semi-is-

Description: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage, pool

Inspect: Saturday and Wednesday 11.00 - 11.30am Auction: Saturday 27 July, 11am

Contact: Nic Hunter 0421 785 512, Tiffany Wilson 0468 922 519, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

land breakfast bar; wall of timber w large pantry; Smeg oven, 6-gas hob cooktop & dishwasher

· Garden: lawn w fire pit; back gate to adjoining Noosa National Park

· Birds & Wildlife: Lake Weyba home to Brahminy Kites, endangered rainbow beeeater & glossy black cockatoo + herons, cormorants & egrets; various species of owl incl grunting tawney frog mouth; kangaroos

· Flora & Fauna: eucalyptus, mangroves & saltpans; rare & threatened plant species

incl swamp orchid, Christmas bells & tiny wattle

· Location: no through road w/airport for small aircraft lies at end of street for rapid fly-in, fly-out access for Brisbane and interstate-based people; close to Noosa Village, Gympie Terrace/Noosa River; shopping/cafe/farmers’ market strip of Weyba Road; 5-mins to Noosa Main Beach/Hastings Street; short drive to Sunshine Beach, Noosa Junction & Transit Centre. ●

7320 “Peppers” 5 Morwong Drive Noosa Heads

1 bed | 1 bath | 1 car

- Elevated apartment with north aspect for winter sun.

- Tastefully appointed & open plan design

- Short stroll to Hastings St. & Noosa main beach.

- Bordering Noosa’s famous National Park

- Gym, restaurant, resort pools & day spa on-site.

Price $850,000 Open By Appointment

Shane McCauley 0403 646 930

Proudly Richardson&Wrench Noosa | 07 5447 4499 www.rwnoosa.com.au 23 Hastings Street, Noosa Frank Milat 0438 528 148

617 “Sebel” 32 Hastings Street Noosa Heads

1 bed | 1 bath | 1 car

- North facing with private courtyard

- Spacious 100m2 plus carpark on title

- Direct access to cafes and Noosa shopping

- Stunning renovation with tasteful furnishings

- Strong holiday income and tax benefits

Price $1.7Million Open By Appointment

Shane McCauley 0403 646 930

Proudly Richardson&Wrench Noosa | 07 5447 4499

Frank Milat 0438 528 148

www.rwnoosa.com.au 23 Hastings Street, Noosa

QUALITY DUPLEX SITE

THIS opportunity certainly doesn’t present itself every day, providing possibilities for a multitude of options. Located in one of the most sought-after streets in Noosaville, within minutes to Gympie Terrace, Noosa Village shopping precinct and Noosa River.

The Lorikeets residences are privately positioned amongst established gardens. Set on a 582m2 (approx.) allotment and consisting of three, side by side residences. Immediately met with an open plan design, the kitchen through to bathroom offers ample amenities. Consisting of two-bedrooms, 1-bathroom, including single carports per unit and currently returning a favourable annual income.

This medium density residential site, set in the heart of Noosaville, has the opportunity for a spacious singular residence or two to three luxurious apartments. Whichever way forward, approval from town planning is imperative to meet requirements.

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Chris Jarrett

With a diverse commercial background spanning the startup, technology and media sectors, Chris stands as a proven high achiever celebrated for his unwavering dedication to excellence and his unmatched commitment to client satisfaction. Recognised as an outstanding marketer and skilled negotiator, Chris boasts a solid track record of securing optimal outcomes for his clients, stakeholders, and organisations alike.

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I believe in the power of aligning myself with a brand that shares my dedication to delivering exceptional results and providing world class service.

Joining Reed & Co. was a natural choice for me, as I am eager to contribute to their esteemed team and help uphold their reputation for excellence in the real estate industry.

Beyond his accomplishments in the corporate world, Chris’s heart is captivated by the allure of Noosa and its coastal charm. He fully embraces the idyllic lifestyle and natural beauty that makes Noosa an ideal location for raising a family or enjoying retirement. With a profound passion for architecture and design, Chris is intimately familiar with every stage of the building process, having personally undertaken projects that range from construction to buying and selling properties. His hands-on experience, coupled with a genuine love for the Noosa lifestyle, makes him a trusted advisor for clients seeking their own piece of paradise.

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LIVE THE LIFE OF LUXURY AND LEISURE

LIVE the life of luxury and leisure you deserve with this show-stopping apartment.

From the entry, you are welcomed with on-trend French Oak flooring, ducted air-conditioning and statement lighting enhance the contemporary aesthetic plus there are banks of sliding glass doors to multiple balconies.

The well appointed kitchen with highend natural stone and the latest Miele appliances is perfect for guests to mingle around as you prepare a gourmet feast before moving out to the balcony to dine alfresco and truly take advantage of the spectacular views.

There are three bedrooms and two bathrooms including your sumptuous master suite with a walk-in robe, balcony access with soaking tub and a deluxe ensuite. Both the guest bedrooms have built-in robes and plenty of natural light with one having its own private balcony. There’s also an internal laundry, parking for two cars and a large lock up storage area.

A leisurely stroll from this magnificent property will take you to kilometres of white sandy beaches of Noosa Heads with patrolled sections and great surf spots. Coles , popular cafes, renowned restaurants and boutique shopping are also within easy walking distance and so much more. ●

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Address: ‘Vivida’ 5/9 Bottlebrush Avenue, NOOSA HEADS Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: On application Inspect: Saturday 20 July 10.30am – 11am

Contact: Adam Watts – 0410 512 364/adam@c21noosa.com, CENTURY 21

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LUXURY LIVING AT ‘SUNDAY’ - YOUR EXCLUSIVE RETREAT IN LITTLE COVE

ESCAPE to your own private paradise at this stunning lifestyle property nestled in the tranquil embrace of Little Cove. To truly appreciate the beauty and grandeur of this exceptional family home, a personal visit is essential.

Surrounded by Noosa’s beloved National Park, privacy and serenity are paramount, with only the harmonious sounds of nature filling the air.

A short walk from your abode leads you to the renowned international surf reserve, where days can be spent chasing waves at First Point, Little Cove or Tea Tree Bay before returning to your private oasis for poolside relaxation and evenings of fine dining at Hastings Street’s acclaimed restaurants.

For further information or inspection by appointment, contact exclusive marketing agent’s, Rick Daniel and Pat Johnston at Coastal Noosa Real Estate.

‘Sunday’ is bathed in sunlight, each window inviting natural light to illuminate the space. Whether it’s capturing the refreshing ocean breezes in summer or providing cozy warmth with a fireplace and heated pool in winter, ‘Sunday ’ offers a haven for all seasons.

The interior radiates elegance and comfort, with crisp white walls, expansive windows, and warm timber accents seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living across all three levels. Featuring four distinctive bedrooms, 4.5 impeccably designed bathrooms, a double lock up garage with off street parking, private decks off every bedroom, a dazzling saltwater solar- heated pool, and a poolside entertainment area, ‘Sunday’ caters to the needs of the entire family.

At the heart of the home is an openplan kitchen, dining, and living space, where a slow-combustion fireplace sets a cosy atmosphere. High-end appliances, spacious stone benchtops, ample storage, and a dining table for hosting generous gatherings make this area a welcoming haven for family and friends.

An office, powder room, and a master king suite with a private balcony, luxurious ensuite, and semi-outdoor tub overlooking the lush forest complete the main living quarters.

The middle level boasts two spacious bedrooms with ensuites, private outdoor spaces, and outdoor heated showers.

A dedicated laundry room adds convenience, while a family lounge leads to the entertaining deck overlooking the year-round heated pool, surrounded by lush gardens and built-in bench seating.

The fourth downstairs bedroom is

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a sanctuary for guests to escape. This bedroom is enchanting and quietly idyllic with its timber accents, large ensuite, and beautiful leafy green outdoor patio with the utmost in privacy, opening out into the rear garden and the national park.

Living in harmony with nature is the true beauty of this home, just a short stroll away from the beautiful shores of Little

Cove Beach, between the Noosa National Park entrance and the vibrant offerings of Hastings Street with the opportunity to enjoy the salty air and refreshing ocean waters at your leisure.

Situated amongst beautiful gardens and mature trees, this property provides a hinterland escape in an exclusive coastal setting.

Address: 4 Kareela Avenue, NOOSA HEADS Description: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: By Negotiation Inspect: By appointment

Owning a home on Kareela Avenue in Little Cove offers an exclusive opportunity to enjoy quiet and natural beauty in one of Australia’s most sought-after neighbourhoods.

This prestigious location, loved by locals and visitors alike, is the epitome of luxury living in world-famous Noosa Heads and ‘Sunday’ is the jewel in the crown. ●

Contact: Rick Daniel 0411 737 767 rick@coastalnoosa.com.au and Pat Johnston 0422 674 190 pat@coastalnoosa.com.au COASTAL NOOSA

4 KAREELA AVENUE, NOOSA HEADS FOR SALE BED. 4 / BATH. 4 / CAR. 2 / 607M²

By Negotiation

Escape to your own private paradise at this stunning lifestyle property nestled in the tranquil embrace of Little Cove. To truly appreciate the beauty and grandeur of this exceptional family home, a personal visit is essential.

Surrounded by Noosa's beloved National Park, privacy and serenity are paramount, with only the harmonious sounds of nature filling the air. A short walk from your abode leads you to the renowned international surf reserve, where days can be spent chasing waves at First Point, Little Cove or Tea Tree Bay before returning to your private oasis for poolside relaxation and evenings of fine dining at Hastings Street's acclaimed restaurants.

‘Sunday’ is bathed in sunlight, each window inviting natural light to illuminate the space. Whether it's capturing the refreshing ocean breezes in summer or providing cozy warmth with a fireplace and heated pool in winter, ‘Sunday ’ offers a haven for all seasons.

The interior radiates elegance and comfort, with crisp white walls, expansive windows, and warm timber accents seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living across all three levels. Featuring four distinctive bedrooms, 4.5 impeccably designed bathrooms, a double lock up garage with off street parking, private decks off every bedroom, a dazzling saltwater solar- heated pool, and a poolside entertainment area, ‘Sunday’ caters to the needs of the entire family.

13 ATTUNGA HEIGHTS, NOOSA HEADS FOR SALE

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.

OFI: SATURDAY 20TH JULY AT 1:00PM TO 1:30PM

- 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

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4 THE ANCHORAGE, NOOSA WATERS FOR SALE BED. 4 / BATH. 3 / CAR. 2 / 1,049M²

Positioned directly on the pristine waterways, this beautifully presented and meticulously maintained expansive property, exudes character. Designed by renowned Noosa architect Frank Macchia, it prioritises utmost privacy. In every aspect of this home, your privacy is completely ensured.

Already graced with a beautiful streetscape, the moment you step onto the grounds of 4 The Anchorage, you sense that this abode will captivate you from every angle. OFI: SAT 20TH JULY 12PM & WED 24TH JULY 12PM AUCTION 26TH JULY 12:00PM

•North facing waterfront with 1049 sqm land size

•For family convenience, school buses run nearby

•Offering separate distinct areas of the home, ideal for extended family stays

•17-metre lap section forms part of the swimming pool

•Lush mature tropical gardens throughout

•Additional 2nd driveway, perfect for trailer, jet ski or boat

•High ceilings throughout

•Air conditioning and ceiling fans throughout

BlackMountain

Saturday20thJuly

10.00AM -10.30AM 139Blanckensee Road 538 $3,495,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0411757570 CastawaysBeach

Saturday20thJuly

12.30PM -1.00PM 14/528David LowWay 321 ContactAgentCentury21ConollyHayGroup0410512 364 CoolumBeach

Monday22ndJuly

12.30PM -1.00PM2204/1808David LowWay 322 PriceGuide$1,100,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0428329291 Cooran Saturday20thJuly

3.00PM -3.30PM 120ArthysRoad 325 OffersOver$1,095,000Hinternoosa0415111 370 Cooroy

Saturday20thJuly

9.00AM -9.30AM 16 KauriStreet 310 OffersOver$799,000Hinternoosa0415111 370

9.30AM -10.00AM 16 MivaStreet 432 AuctionCentury21ConollyHayGroup0410512 364 Doonan

Saturday20thJuly

10.00AM -10.30AM273-289Sunrise Road 534 BUYERSGUIDE$2,150,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505 10.00AM -10.30AM 146Redwood Road 423 OffersOver$1,400,000 Hinternoosa0404344399 12.00PM -12.30PM65PheasantLane 424 OffersConsideredHinternoosa0415111 370 Eumundi

Saturday20thJuly

10.30AM -11.00AM 131MemorialDrive 422 AllOffersConsideredHinternoosa0415111 370 11.30AM -12.00PM 19 FullagerDrive4 22 OffersOver$1,075,000Hinternoosa0404344399

NoosaHeads

Friday19thJuly

11.00AM -11.30AM20SarahCourt5 34 ByNegotiationTheMcLureGroup0400084975

11.00AM -11.30AM1/28ViewlandDrive 221 BUYERSGUIDE$998,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

12.00PM -12.30PM 19 GrosvenorTerrace 434 ByNegotiationTheMcLureGroup0400084975

1.00PM -1.30PM9/1QuambyPlace 221 Auction

1.00PM -1.30PM6108/5MorwongDrive 222 Auction

TomOffermann RealEstate0419757770

TomOffermann RealEstate0412894542

1.15PM -1.30PM27/37NoosaDr 322 Guide$3CoastalNoosa0411737 767

3.00PM -3.30PM1/23CoralTree Avenue 222 BUYERSGUIDE$2,585,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

4.00PM -4.30PM1/15GrantStreet 322 BUYERSGUIDE$2,325,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

Saturday20thJuly

10.00AM -10.30AM5/70UpperHastingsStreet 322 Auction

10.00AM -10.30AM46/6QuambyPlace 11 -$1,250,000

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10.30AM -11.00AM5/9BottlebrushAvenue 322 ContactAgentCentury21ConollyHayGroup0410512 364

10.30AM -11.00AM4/9BottlebrushAvenue 221 ContactAgentCentury21ConollyHayGroup0410512 364

11.00AM -11.30AM 6NairanaRest 42 2ContactAgentCoastalNoosa0411737 767

11.00AM -11.30AM20SarahCourt5 34 ByNegotiationTheMcLureGroup0400084975

11.00AM -11.30AM207/61NoosaSpringsDrive 443 $3,150,000

TomOffermann RealEstate0419757770

11.30AM -12.00PM1/23CoralTree Avenue 222 BUYERSGUIDE$2,585,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

12.00PM -12.30PM 19 GrosvenorTerrace 434 ByNegotiationTheMcLureGroup0400084975

12.00PM -12.30PM522/6 SedgelandDrive 111 BUYERSGUIDE$900,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0433641 158

12.00PM -12.30PM29GrantStreet 4 32 $4,450,000

12.00PM -1.00PM9/1QuambyPlace 221 Auction

12.30PM -1.00PM1/15GrantStreet 322 BUYERSGUIDE$2,325,000

OPENHOMES

NoosaSprings

Saturday20thJuly

11.00AM -11.30AM207/61NoosaSpringsDrive 443 $3,150,000 TomOffermannRealEstate0419757770 11.00AM -11.45AM340/61NoosaSpringsDr 322 Offersover$2.3m JoeLangley RealEstate0417753961 1.00PM -1.30PM739/61NoosaSpringsDrive

Wednesday24thJuly 10.00AM -10.30AM2224/15 LakeviewRise 322

-11.30AM739/61NoosaSpringsDr

130 11.00AM -11.30AM207/61NoosaSpringsDrive

Noosaville

Thursday18thJuly

5.00PM -5.30AM45LakeEntranceBlvd 322 OffersInvitedLaguna RealEstate0402699303

Friday19thJuly

10.00AM -10.30AM1/219Weyba Road 331 $1,785,000 TheMcLureGroup0400084975 12.00PM -12.30PM 18/239-245GympieTerrace 221 1,365,000 Laguna RealEstate0407379893

Saturday20thJuly

TomOffermann RealEstate0413044241

TomOffermann RealEstate0419757770

Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

1.00PM -1.30PM 13 AttungaHeights 322 ContactAgentCoastalNoosa0411737 767

1.00PM -1.30PM2224/15LakeviewRise3 22 $2,150,000

1.00PM -1.30PM739/61NoosaSpringsDrive 443 $7,450,000

TomOffermann RealEstate0402903733

TomOffermann RealEstate0413889 130

1.30PM -2.00PM 1Banksia Avenue 533 BY NEGOTIATION Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

2.30PM -3.00PM1/28ViewlandDrive 221 BUYERSGUIDE$998,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

Sunday21stJuly

1.00PM -1.30PM6108/5MorwongDrive 222 Auction

Wednesday24thJuly

10.00AM -10.30AM2224/15LakeviewRise3 22 $2,150,000

11.00AM -11.30AM739/61NoosaSpringsDrive 443 $7,450,000

11.00AM -11.30AM207/61NoosaSpringsDrive 443 $3,150,000

11.00AM -11.30AM5/70UpperHastingsStreet 322 Auction

TomOffermann RealEstate0412894542

TomOffermann RealEstate0402903733

TomOffermann RealEstate0413889 130

TomOffermann RealEstate0402903733

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CoastalNoosa0412325421

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NoosaWaters

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PeregianBeach

Saturday20thJuly

10.00AM -10.30AM3/18 PeregianEsplanade 322 $2,800,000 TomOffermannRealEstate0413319 879 10.00AM -10.30AM82LakeVistaDrive 749 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0428329291 10.45AM -11.15AM 10 CaliforniaBoulevard 422 PRICEGUIDE$1,100,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505 11.00AM -11.30AM53 ParakeetCres 322 $3,250,000

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PeregianSprings

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Pomona

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SunriseBeach

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HOME FOCUS

ARCHITECT DESIGN - RESORT STYLE LIVING

SET amidst the exclusive ‘Golden Triangle’, this lavish contemporary pavilion styled luxury residence represents Noosa Hinterland living at its best.

The house has been thoughtfully designed by Bark Architects to sit comfortably in its bush setting. Stepped pavilions follow the gently sloping site. Large glass panels and louvre windows bring nature and dappled light in. The house and surroundings are harmonious creating a beautiful ambiance.

Tranquil living and entertaining awaits. Three split level pavilions flow directly to each other. Entry to the house is via the middle pavilion where you are met with an inviting lap pool and an impressive large open plan living area with polished hard wood flooring, a cosy fireplace, built in entertainment cabinetry and extensive high ceilings. This is complemented by the tasteful textures of marble, white grooved joinery, glass and timber in the kitchen.

The generous kitchen is open planned with marble bench tops, reeded glass splash back and white grooved cabinetry. There are two sinks for convenience, two Siemens ovens (steam and convection) and

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a microwave. Fisher and Paykel equipment includes a double DishDrawer, gas hob with range hood, double door fridge/freezer with dispenser and an additional CoolDrawer for drinks. A large walk-in pantry is tucked behind the timber glass drinks cabinet with feature LED lighting. The adjacent laundry has ample storage, Fisher & Paykel washing machine, Bosch dryer and a full bathroom with shower and toilet for convenience.

Adding to the luxurious living experience is a ‘Bahama Room’ or Alfresco dining area that opens seamlessly from the main living pavilion. Fully enclosed with a built in BBQ this large entertainment area is an

entertainer’s delight for family and friends. The living and bedroom areas have a tranquil outlook over the gardens, bushland setting, and resort sized sparkling 21 metre lap pool.

The master bedroom suite in the upper pavilion is accessible through a bridge that leads to a light and bright office with plenty of shelving and storage. The expansive master bedroom has an elevated vista and a veranda to relax and enjoy a morning cuppa overlooking the bush forest and garden. There is a generous walk-in robe, ensuite with marble bench tops, walk in shower and separate bath. Light, bright and airy with cross ventilation from louvers, split air conditioning and fans it is a great rejuvenating space. A beautiful private exterior courtyard with outdoor bath and shower completes this master pavilion creating a special place to nurture yourself.

The lower pavilion has two carpeted bedrooms perfect for a kids/guest wing. Both include split air-conditioning, ceiling fans, built in wardrobes and a two way bathroom with marble bench tops, walk in shower and separate toilet. All bright and light with large floor to ceiling glass

windows and corner louvers to ensure the perfect cross ventilation for comfort all year round.

There is an additional area with separate access that would be perfect for a design studio, workspace, gym or holistic/beauty practice. A double carport, garden shed and clothes drying area add to the liveable practicality of this great family home.

The property includes a selection of fruit trees and a variety of outdoor recreational areas; a sparkling lap pool, fire pit seating area, gin deck amongst a bush forest patch and lawn area where there is plenty of room for the kids to play.

Spectacular indigenous bush gardens surround the home. A stone riverbed provides natural drainage along a canopy of mature natives and a blend of exotic plants adding to the ambiance of this luxurious setting. Some of the gardens more striking features include a peaceful garden sitting area with a fountain. Fully fenced for pets, close to school bus pick up, 20 minutes to Noosa’s famous beaches and restaurants, 3 minutes walk to the ‘The Doonan’, shops and cafes, this magnificent property has more than a lot to offer. ●

Address: 21 Kylie Court, DOONAN Description: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage Inspect: Saturday 20 July 11.30am - 1.30pm Auction: Auction Saturday 27 July, 1pm

Contact: David Berns 0408 629 438, DAVID BERNS REAL ESTATE

ARCHITECT DESIGNED LUXURY RESORT STYLE HOME

AUCTION ON-SITE SAT 27TH JULY 1PM

• Tranquil living and entertaining awaits with this three split level pavilion luxury resort style residence

• Just over 1 acre, fully fenced and situated in Doonan’s ‘Golden Triangle’

• Impressive architect design with sparkling pool

• Close acreage to Noosa’s famous beaches, restaurants and lifestyle.

“THE ENTRANCE” - A BRILLIANT ENTERTAINERS

WELCOME to “The Entrance,” a charming blonde brick home that offers a comfortable and inviting atmosphere perfect for families and first-time homebuyers.

Located on the wonderfully winding Lake Entrance Blvd, this property is a fantastic introduction to the vibrant Noosa real estate market.

North facing and set on a comfortable 630m2 block, the home features three spacious bedrooms, including a master with an ensuite, this home is designed for relaxed living.

The formal dining room is ideal for family meals, while the open living and dining area provides a versatile space for everyday activities. Backing onto a serene forest, the home boasts a beautiful entertaining patio, making it a haven for nature lovers and social gatherings alike.

“The Entrance” is more than just a house; it’s a place where you can feel truly at home. Enjoy the tranquility of forest views from your patio and the practicality of

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contemporary amenities.

Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or enjoying a quiet evening in the living room, this home offers a warm and welcoming environment. Step into a property that blends natural beauty with modern comfort, and see why “The Entrance” is the perfect start to your journey in the Noosa community.

Key Features:

· Inviting blonde brick home with a welcoming feel

· Three spacious bedrooms, including a master with ensuite

· Formal dining room for family meals and special occasions

· Open living and dining area for versatile use

Address: 45 Lake Entrance Boulevard, NOOSAVILLE Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage

Contact: Beau Lamshed 0402 699 303, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

· Beautiful entertaining patio backing onto a serene forest

· Modern gas appliances for easy and efficient cooking

· Significant shed providing ample storage or workshop space

· Solar panels for eco-friendly and costeffective energy solutions ●

Price: Offers Invited Inspect: Saturday 11am-11.30am

“COPPABELLA” – ELEGANCE AND CHARM

EXPERIENCE the charm and serenity of this exquisite 3-bedroom townhouse, situated within an exclusive complex of three.

As you step through the grand foyer entrance, the warm terracotta tiles welcome you into an inviting open-plan design.

The downstairs master suite offers a luxurious ensuite, creating a private haven for rest and relaxation.

A sunroom, bathed in natural light, opens onto a peaceful garden patio, the perfect spot for enjoying your morning coffee amidst lush greenery.

The kitchen, equipped with a top-ofthe-line gas cooktop, is a chef’s delight, while soaring high ceilings add a touch of elegance to every room.

Upstairs, an inviting retreat awaits, complete with a charming balcony offering glimpses of Lake Doonella.

Every corner of this home is thoughtfully designed to blend comfort with style, ensuring a lifestyle of luxury and tranquility.

Nestled in a quiet cul de sac, this townhouse offers the perfect balance of prime proximity to Tewantin Village and the Marina, all within a serene and peaceful setting.

HOME ESSENTIALS

· Grand foyer entry with welcoming terracotta tiles

· Downstairs master bedroom with luxurious ensuite

· Sunroom opening rolling off a quiet gardened path

· Chef’s dream kitchen with top-of-the-line gas cooktop

· Soaring high ceilings adding elegance throughout

· Upstairs retreat with a charming private balcony

· Glimpses of Lake Doonella

from the balcony

· Located in a quiet cul de sac, close to Tewantin Village and the Marina

Experience the charming, tranquil lifestyle “Coppabella” offers and contact Beau today. ●

Address: 2/15 Doonella Street, TEWANTIN Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: Offers Invited Inspect: Saturday 10am-10.30am Contact: Beau Lamshed 0402 699 303, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

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