Young junior cowboy Jessie Amber was aiming to stay the point-scoring eight seconds in the novice horse ride event but when he was bucked off a few seconds in, his hand got stuck hard in the rope, and it became a terrifying battle between freeing his trapped hand and hanging on for dear life.
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Three Noosa community groups have teamed up to campaign against the high-rise housing development being proposed by the state government for Noosa Junction. Noosa Shire Residents and Ratepayers Association, Peregian Beach Community Association and Noosa Parks Association all say the proposal, under the State Facilitated Development (SFD) scheme, is inappropriate for Noosa Shire.
“Noosa has a long and proud history of preventing high-rise buildings. That effort dates back to resident protests held in 1969,” said Noosa Parks Association spokesperson and former Noosa mayor Tony Wellington. “Building height limits have been embedded in the Noosa town plan since the 1990s. A local town planner has determined that the SFD development proposed for Noosa Junction would need to be at least seven
storeys high and possibly taller. The state and the developer have no regard for the essential differences that make Noosa so attractive to visitors and residents. Trash the brand and you trash Noosa’s economic advantages,” he said.
The State Facilitated Development process aims to deliver a percentage of affordable homes as part of the housing mix. “But there are other ways to achieve those affordable homes with-
out breaching the planning scheme,” said Noosa Shire Residents and Ratepayers president Adrian Williams. “Council has already demonstrated to the state that there are alternative sites, even in Noosa Junction, that can provide a mix of affordable and meet-the-market homes yet still adhere to the building height limits contained in Noosa Plan and its amendments.”
Novice horse rider Jessie Amber keeps his head during a wild ride at Honky Tonk Rodeo at Noosa Show. (Rob Maccoll)
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Crash horror
By Abbey Cannan
Three people have died in a devastating start to the busy school holiday period with crashes on roads across the Sunshine Coast and Gympie regions.
At about 1.15am on 14 September, a motorbike was travelling east along Central Avenue in Bells Creek, south of Noosa, when it entered an intersection and struck a Toyota Corolla, which was travelling south along Aura Boulevard.
The driver of the Corolla, 17-year-old Broc Dawson from Golden Beach, died at the scene.
His grieving mother, Krystn Dawson, shared a heartbreaking statement on Facebook on Sunday.
“I just want to thank all the people who have reached out to me and my family since yesterday morning over the loss of my son Broc,“ Krystn said.
“Some of you may know him, a lot probably don’t, but he touched many people’s hearts in his short time with us!
“I appreciate all your kind words and thoughts… You will never fully understand what we are going through unless you have been in this situation yourself.
“Please spend time with your loved ones, tell them how much they mean to you before you never get the chance to again.“
Krystn said Broc was a kind, generous soul who had his whole life ahead of him.
“He wanted to be a pilot and was well on the way to doing this. He had not long gotten his licence and was so excited to be able to go out with his mates without having mum tag along as the third wheel,“ she said.
“My life will never be the same and my upcoming birthday will now no longer be a time of celebration but a time of great loss and suffering.
“If you have taken the time to read this, I appreciate it, and please remember life is short, so live in the moment because you never know when it will be your last.“
His passenger, a 16-year-old Banya boy, was taken to Sunshine Coast University Hospital with minor injuries.
The motorbike rider, a man in his 30s, also died at the scene.
Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the crash, including whether speed was a factor, are continuing.
Witnesses, particularly anyone with relevant vision of the motorbike prior to the crash, are urged to contact police.
The next day in Gympie, a 56-year-old Victorian man died after a ute he was driving left Blacksnake Rd and hit a tree in Kilkivan on Sunday 15 September.
Forensic Crash Unit investigations are ongoing.
Both crashes came just days after the launch of Operation Spring Break, a state-wide road safety initiative targeting unsafe driving behaviours during the school-holiday travel period.
More than 200 people have tragically lost their lives on Queensland roads this year, with many of these fatalities caused by speeding and dangerous driving.
Police are urging all motorists to be mindful of their driving and take necessary precautions to ensure everyone reaches their destinations safely.
The possibility looms of high-rise units being forced on to Noosa by the state government. Will this change the character of Noosa forever?
Having driven down to Maroochydore this week, passing through its CBD area of eight or more storey apartments that I remember well as an area of beach houses, I would have to have to say, if this is where we are heading, then yes.
Is this inevitable? Is it the future the community wants?
In November 2021 Noosa Council conducted its first Liveability survey scoring 70 out of 100, just above the national average of 68 out of 100.
What rated most highly on liveability in Noosa was the connection and presence of nature in Noosa’s neighbourhoods and the protection of these natural environments. The Noosa community also highly valued its local centres that offer convenience while being locally owned.
Noosa’s neighbourhoods met community expectations by offering a safe environment and spaces that can contribute to a stronger community spirit. Noosa residents value a sense of belonging in the community and the overall visual character of their neighbourhood.
What residents wanted was better transport options, open spaces, better parks, spaces or restrictions for dogs and safety. The worst performing attribute was Noosa’s house prices and tenures.
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Forensic Crash Unit investigations are ongoing.
Council ‘not stifling growth’
Noosa Council’s long-term commitment to responsible development that adapts to meet genuine needs and ensures liveability remains strong, Mayor Frank Wilkie said.
“Change is upon us with the State now able to sideline all Queensland councils, but we are seeking to work with them and applicants to have proposals assessed against Noosa planning settings,” he said.
“This ‘quality over quantity’ - as opposed to the ‘develop at any cost’- approach has made Noosa an extremely attractive place and created the relatively high social and economic value attached to living here.”
Noosa Chamber of Commerce’s claims that Council was stifling development and therefore restricting the local economy were misleading, Cr Wilkie said.
“More than 95 per cent of the 750 development applications received since July last year were approved,” he said.
“In addition, 91 per cent of all material change of use and 98 per cent of operational works development applications were assessed within statutory timeframes set by the State Government under the Development Assessment Rules.
“Economic data shows Noosa is outperforming much of the state - Noosa Shire’s Gross Regional Product (GRP) has consistently outpaced Queensland’s average GRP growth, since 2021.
“Despite relatively modest population increases, percentage growth in our GRP in 2022 was more than double that of the Queensland average, reaching a record $3.69 billion in 2023.”
The Mayor said the Chamber’s suggestion Council should treat Noosa’s planning scheme as a guide rather than a legal document that protected Noosa’s liveability, was concerning.
“If acted upon, a high-demand destination like Noosa could potentially have turned out like other coastal cities,” he said.
Council recently wrote to both sides of state politics calling for commitments that development plans lodged through the new state facilitated development pathway will be assessed against the town plan.
The state is currently considering proposals for a 195-unit residential and commercial devel-
opment in Noosa Junction and a 40-unit project in Tewantin, but has not released plans.
“It’s unfortunate the Chamber of Commerce seems to support a process that removes councils and local communities from formal input into the development assessment process,” the Mayor said.
The new pathway, which has no application fees and is funded by taxpayers, allows developers to circumvent council assessment and go directly to the state for approval by including a 15 per cent affordable housing component.
Council’s Strategy and Environment Director Kim Rawlings said Noosa was well on track to meet its housing targets as set by the State and was working with the State and a Community Housing Provider to deliver genuinely affordable housing.
“Council is very supportive of achieving improved housing outcomes for our community as addressed in our comprehensive Housing Strategy, endorsed two years ago. It has a range of actions underway to achieve these outcomes in ways that align with community expectations,” she said.
Ms Rawlings said the Chamber’s claims the Noosa Plan doesn’t reflect the shire’s economic and social aspirations were highly inaccurate, having been developed with community and state input.
“All planning schemes and amendments must integrate economic, social and environmental considerations and satisfy the Minister for Planning to achieve sign-off by the State,” she said.
“Council also supports economic growth through the Smart Biosphere Economic Development Strategy, which is working to generate and attract high-value employment opportunities.”
From 2021 to 2023 the number of businesses in Noosa Shire grew by 13 per cent, adding a further 850 new businesses to the region, while Noosa’s first quarter 2024 unemployment rate was 3.5 per cent - lower than regional Queensland (3.9 per cent), Queensland (4.0 per cent), and Australia (3.8 per cent).”
Uniting against high-rise
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Barry Cotterell, president of Peregian Beach Community Association, said the notion of the state government overriding local planning schemes was fundamentally undemocratic. “This isn’t a public development like a school or even government-owned social housing, but rather a private development that is being fasttracked to aid a private developer. What’s more, it will irrevocably alter the look-and-feel of the Noosa landscape and set a precedent for more such high-rise developments in the future,” he said.
Wellington said, “Although very little information about the developments has been supplied by the state, we are asking Noosa residents
to respond to the first stage of the assessment process before the cut-off time of Monday at 5pm. Noosa residents turned out in unprecedented numbers to have their say on the creation of the Noosa Plan. Over 1,500 submissions were received by Council. All of that effort will have come to nought if the state simply ignores our community and foists inappropriate developments on us.”
The three groups are urging residents to go to yoursay.housing.qld.gov.au and navigate to State Facilitated Developments to complete the surveys relating to the two developments proposed for Noosa Shire, one in Noosa Junction and another in Tewantin before 5pm on Monday 23 September.
Site of a proposed 195-residential unit plus commercial and retail development in Noosa Junction. (Tony Wellington)
Noosa Mayor Frank Wilkie
Show shines in Noosa
By Margie Maccoll
Perfect weather, new attractions, great entertainment and familiar favourites helped make Noosa Country Show a great success.
Show Society honorary secretary Cathy Magick said it was a successful couple of days with horse competitor numbers increased, lots of new exhibitors and new attractions including Professor Wallace’s Puppet Theatre, Miss Donna’s Magic Show, science workshops and animal attractions popular with the crowds.
Tunes from children’s favourites such as Bluey and Bananas in Pyjamas brought smiles to people’s faces as cartoon characters joined the Grand Parade for the cartoon-themed event which fulfilled its aim to bring joy to residents.
It was a first-time show for Noosa Goat Co which was a great hit with the crowds.
It was also the first show for Canine Cuddles, a Brisbane-based animal therapy group that delivers borrowed puppies to events, schools and aged care facilities for the mental health benefits that come from cuddling a puppy.
Other animals showcased and in competition included dogs, mini horses, cattle, guinea pigs and poultry.
Poultry chief steward Cameron Morris said the entries this year were small but just enough with 11 categories including a Polish Frizzle represented.
There was an array of exhibits dotted around the showgrounds including art, cooking and craft.
Craft steward Christine Robinson said entrants had been submitted from around Noosa Shire with the addition of one female entrant who visits every year and makes a weekend of it.
“Some entrants are neighbours, one group are neighbours, each one has won a prize,“ she said.
“Children loved seeing the Lego exhibit.
“One that people are really drawn to is prize winning crochet by Donna Maree Clarke, just such tiny painstaking work, by far the people’s choice. It’s really incredible.“
Horse events dominated the Main Arena with competitors of all ages including 70-yearold John Robertson who cleared all jumps in the
first round of the the 1.25m Grand Prix event but missed out in the finals that were won by Cody Tickner.
The Grand Parade brought together animals and vehicles from vintage to agricultural, emergency services, and cartoon characters and provided “a time to shine“ for members of the show like honorary secretary Cathy Magick and her husband, show committee member Cameron Magick who had worked so hard to bring the show together.
Entertainment continued throughout the day with school groups, musical theatre, singers Steve Graham and Matilda Malone and continued into the evening with The Claptomaniacs, Fonix, fireworks and the Honky Tonk Rodeo Promotions. More show photos on page 19
Competitors take their mini horses through their paces.
Rides and sideshows were a hit with families.
Show volunteers Kate Tracy, Maree Kidd and Lynne Scheenhouwer with entries in the cake division. (Rob Maccoll)
Poultry chief steward Cameron Morris with a Polish Fizzle. (Rob Maccoll)
Christine Robinson with a prize-winning crochet created by Donna Maree Clarke. (Rob Maccoll)
Rosemary Burrows and Barbara Reynolds with a fruit and vegetable display put together by Pomona State School. (Rob Maccoll)
Fun time at the dodgems. Kids enjoyed the slides.
Horse competitor numbers were up this year.
Rider John Robertson, 70, clears the first round to make it to the finals of the 1.25m Gran Prix event. (Rob Maccoll)
The mini horses led the Grand Parade in the Main Arena.
Classic cars made an appearance in the parade.
Agricultural vehicles mixed with old and new in the parade.
Cartoon characters were a hit as they took to the arena in the parade. (Rob Maccoll)
The tune from Bluey and characters drew families to the parade. Woodchoppers demonstrated their skills.
Maddie with Fudge at the Canine Cuddles attraction. (Rob Maccoll)
Thrills of the rides.
Labor pushes for housing
State Government Housing Minister Meaghan Scanlon has pushed the need for affordable housing in response to opposition raised against two development projects proposed in Noosa Junction and Tewantin and fast tracked through the State Facilitated Development (SFD), and has the backing of Noosa Labor candidate Mark Denham.
“We need more homes, especially affordable ones – for our frontline crews, our teachers, hospitality workers and young families,” Minister Scanlon said.
“The proposal in Noosa Heads aims to deliver 195 homes, and 50 per cent of them would be affordable housing managed by a community housing provider.
“The other proposal in Tewantin is for 40 homes and 26 per cent of those, again, would be affordable housing that would be managed by a community housing provider.”
Mr Denham said this was “the right thing to do for frontline workers in this state, for hospitality workers who need to be employed in the businesses in Noosa”.
“Noosa businesses are crying out for workers, but they need affordable housing,” he said.
“Everyone is calling out for more affordable housing, and it’s disappointing to see the LNP object to any housing proposal that will deliver critical housing for frontline workers and young people in our community.”
Their comments came as Queensland Premier Steven Miles released a statement on Tuesday saying his government had hit a major milestone in the Big Housing Build, with more than $1 billion in social and affordable housing projects under construction or contracted to be delivered across Queensland.
More than 900 social and affordable homes have been completed since the Homes for Queenslanders launch, with more than 1,100 homes currently under construction and more than 2,200 social and affordable homes contracted to be delivered, he said.
“I’m delivering the most comprehensive housing plan in the nation because every Queenslander deserves a safe place to call home,” he said.
“It will deliver 1 million homes by 2046, including 53,500 social homes, and give a helping hand to first home buyers, renters and the homeless.”
In the release Ms Scanlon said the government had “made it clear through our Homes for Queenslanders plan that we’ll pull every lever possible to help Queenslanders find a place to call home and we are delivering”.
The Independent Member for Noosa, Sandy Bolton MP, who met with the Housing Minister following notification of the two SFD housing development proposals, has voiced her outrage over the SFD process.
“As I said in Parliament when the bill that allowed this was being debated, yes, we need affordable housing, however we also need our community alongside in these efforts, and each project must be individually assessed with full consultation. We will not, cannot, support anything that doesn’t consult prior to notification in a meaningful way with local governments or proposals that do not contain the details of projects,” Ms Bolton said.
In Parliament last week Ms Bolton asked Ms Scanlon “will the minister act immediately and halt this process until the required information is provided to Noosa Council and our community and commit to not overriding what has been foreshadowed for Noosa Junction and Tewantin in Noosa Council’s planning scheme amendments?”.
“The answer is no,” Ms Scanlon replied. “I will not be delaying approving affordable housing in this state. I appreciate that the member for Noosa may not agree with me on that decision. We had a conversation this week and I know she has been a really strong advocate and has been talking to her community about their views and she is representing those views to me. However, I also have a responsibility as the housing minister in this House to unlock more affordable housing.”
Ms Bolton has long fought to see genuinely affordable accommodations available for her community, however opposed the Housing Availability and Affordability (Planning and Other Legislation Amendment) Bill in April, as there were elements that were “deeply concerning”.
In a speech in Parliament at the time, Ms. Bolton said, “I cannot support it given the lack of clarification around the definition of ‘state priority’. In addition, local governments should never be overridden without an identified need and rationale that is acceptable to those communities.”
The current SFD process involves Stage 1 that seeks feedback on a project with limited information provided, on which the Minister would determine whether it proceeds to Stage 2. This is the application stage containing more detail and community consultation with a shorter timeframe than standard development applications.
“This demonstrates a flaw in this new process as consultation with local governments should be done prior to putting a project forward, as occurs with Ministerial Infrastructure Designations
(MID’s). What has been provided in the notifications as part of this initial process is not doing justice to our community, our economy, or the applicants themselves in efforts to provide genuinely affordable worker accommodation,” Ms Bolton said.
“It has been difficult for even local planners to assess these proposals given the lack of details, let alone residents.”
The provision that (a percentage) of a private development be ‘affordable’ raises the question as to whom it will be affordable. That the regulations removed the definition of affordable housing as that which is rented at the rate of thirty percent of income, without specifying a replacement definition, is just one of several concerns Ms Bolton has raised.
“Ultimately, we need affordable housing options, however, we need to ensure that they are
genuinely affordable in perpetuity, and not open to vague interpretations through broad definitions,” she said.
Ms Bolton is calling on the Minister, and Shadow Minister, to state clearly that they will not force onto our community projects that are outside what has been foreshadowed for Noosa Junction and Tewantin in Noosa Council’s planning scheme amendments.
“Without the details requested, and the muchneeded assurances from the Minister that we are seeking, I am unable to support this process in any way,” she said.
“These types of rushed processes remind us why it is so important to remain vigilant and independent of statewide political party agendas.
“Be assured that if required, I will be bringing the voices of Noosa via busloads to protest at the front of Parliament House.”
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Drug charges
A 26-year-old Nambour man has been charged with 52 drug related offences, including drug trafficking.
Sergeant Joel Bryant of Coolum Beach police said the ongoing investigative work after a routine RDT reduced the supply and harm of drugs on our streets.
“Due to proactive patrols by Coolum police, officers were able to stop an avenue of drug supply within our sunshine coast community,” Sergeant Bryant said.
“Sunshine Coast police will continue to proactively work towards reducing the harm dangerous drugs cause to our kids, friends, and loved ones.”
Coolum beach police intercepted the 26-yearold man and a 22-year-old Nambour woman while driving on Jarnahill Drive in Mount Coolum around 11.30pm on 10 August for a roadside breath and drug test as part of proactive patrols to reduce road trauma.
The driver of the car, the 22-year-old Nambour woman, returned a positive drug test.
Police then searched the Holden commodore and allegedly found a small quantity of cannabis.
The 22-year-old Nambour woman was issued with a police diversionary warning for possessing dangerous drugs, and a notice to appear in court for driving with a relevant drug in her saliva.
Further investigations led police to execute a search warrant at a property on Nichols Street in Nambour on 4 September, assisted by the Australian Border Force Detector Dog Unit.
During the search, police allegedly located and seized quantities of cannabis, a THC vape, $500 cash, an extendable baton (restricted item), a mace (Cat M), drug utensils and one snake being kept as a pet without a relevant license.
A 26-year-old Nambour man has been charged with three counts of drug trafficking (LSD, THC and MDMA), 48 counts of supply dangerous drugs and one count of possessing anything used in the commission of crime.
He is due to appear in the Maroochydore Magistrates Court on 18 November.
A 17-year-old Nambour boy was dealt with under the Youth Justice Act for unlawful keeping of a snake.
Residents fear ‘tip land’ development health risk
By Dianella and Viola Court Residents Group
Three months after learning of Council’s plans to develop a high-medium density housing estate on 62 Lake Macdonald Drive, a residents’ group still has serious concerns about the effects of such a large scale development on Cooroy’s urban amenity.
The nearest residents appreciate the need for social and affordable housing, but it is not in the best interests of the town for hundreds of residents in a very dense estate to be concentrated in a landlocked corner so far from the town centre and with no on-site facilities for recreation.
The site of the proposed development was not chosen because it is suitable for housing. Rather it was chosen as it is the last Council owned land of any size in Cooroy’s urban footprint. As a result Council are having to overcome many site constraints, a number of which seem insurmountable if local and shire amenity is to be preserved. For example the site is the only cemetery expansion land in Noosa
shire. It was also the Cooroy dump for over 60 years, and contains deadly asbestos among other hazardous materials.
Council’s site reports reveal that the hazardous materials are currently safely contained beneath the extensive pine forest beside the cemetery. Clear felling the dense forest, stumps, roots and all will expose the hazardous contamination, risking the health of the local community and children in the nearby child care facilities. Leaving it undisturbed is the safest option. The Cooroy Cemetery Conservation Management Plan commissioned by Council in June 2024 emphasises the cultural and historical importance of the Cooroy Cemetery, future need for expansion, and the considerable significance of the at-risk pine forest.
Our Mayor and Deputy Mayor advocate a conservative approach to growth without compromising Noosa Shire’s character and amenity, and our Deputy Mayor values protecting our conservation assets and retaining our community values (Noosa Today 9/8/24). However, this is at odds with the planned development for 62
Drive.
Lake Macdonald
Housing development proposed at 62 Lake Macdonald Drive.
A 26-year-old Nambour man has been charged with 52 drug related offences. (Supplied)
Australia Post’s new home
A new community hub has been opened by Australia Post in Noosa Heads, featuring a dog friendly zone, an Indigenous mural, and a surfboard display.
It’s called Community Hub @ Post, and the retail outlet features a sleek, modern design and introduces a host of exciting new amenities tailored to the local community.
Among the standout features is Pups at Post – a dog-friendly zone with dedicated ‘pooch’ parking and a drinking station, a first for Australia Post.
In celebration of Noosa’s renowned beach culture, the Community Hub also features products from small and medium business customers including local artisans through Pop Up at Post and a display of locally-made surfboards in a nod to Noosa’s beach lifestyle.
In addition to a refreshed look, Noosa Heads Community Hub @ Post will continue to offer customers the full range of existing services, including free 24/7 Parcel Lockers, banking services through Bank@Post and all parcel and letter mailing services.
Australia Post executive general manager, retail, brand and marketing, Josh Bannister highlighted Australia Post’s continued commitment to evolving its Post Office Network with the newest Community Hub @ Post.
“The Noosa Heads Community Hub @ Post, our first Community Hub in Queensland, is designed not only as a service point but as a dynamic community space,“ he said.
“The modern design, with unique local elements, celebrates Noosa’s vibrant lifestyle and we
are excited to offer both enhanced services and a fresh community experience that reflects the spirit of this iconic coastal town.”
Adding to the hub’s local feel, contemporary Indigenous artist Zartisha Davis has created a custom art mural that is displayed prominently on the side of the Community Hub building.
The artwork celebrates Noosa’s rich cultural heritage and incorporates symbols of community, celebration and gathering.
Located at 91 Noosa Drive, the Noosa Heads Post Office is the third Community Hub @ Post to open in Australia and the first in Queensland. Following successful launches in Orange (NSW) and Burnie (TAS), Australia Post will also open a new Community Hub in Williamstown (VIC) in the coming months.
New gallery a possibility, as arts and culture plan begins
By Margie Maccoll
Noosa Council last week began engaging with the Shire’s creative sector to prepare the 20252030 Noosa Cultural Plan to guide Council’s activities in the arts and cultural space, with a new regional art gallery high on the agenda.
At its Services and Organisation meeting last week councillors noted in a report on the concluded Noosa Cultural Plan 2019-2023, the achievements of the sector during a period marked by the Covid pandemic and bushfire and flood events and its role in “nurturing a healthy, resilient and connected community“.
“Major achievements during the period of the plan included the creation of a Heritage Noosa unit, development of the Heritage Noosa online platform with over 15,000 items (and growing), the expansion of Outreach Library Services including the implementation
of two book-vending kiosks and a new mobile Library vehicle, presentation of the Floating Land outdoor art biennale exhibition in 2019, 2021 and 2023, ongoing commitment to the RADF grants program in partnership with Arts QLD and multiple Covid19 recovery related programs hosted across Council’s arts and cultural facilities,“ the report states.
“The major infrastructure need identified in the Cultural Plan was to explore options for the ageing Noosa Regional Art Gallery. During the period of the Cultural Plan significant exploratory work was undertaken to research the feasibility and benefits of a new Noosa Regional Art Gallery. Two pre-feasibility studies were completed by consultants Outside The Square, leading to the engagement in late 2023 of Knight Frank Australia to complete a detailed business case for the proposed project.
“Community feedback has been overwhelm-
ingly positive towards the prospect of a modern cultural space that celebrates the Noosa region and its creative capital.
“In the face of an existing gallery that is no longer fit-for-purpose, this major piece of infrastructure is essential to support our region’s creative practitioners and nurture a culturally literate, engaged and healthy community.“
The report describes the effect of Council’s arts and cultural initiatives during its period to have “directly increased community wellbeing, helped the community in times of crisis, reduced loneliness and isolation and created a sense of community identity“.
“During this time of shared stress and uncertainty within our community, the purpose of Noosa Council’s Cultural Plan was stark; to recognise the value of arts, culture and heritage in fostering a healthy, resilient and cohesive
community,“ the report states.
“At no other time has cultural activity played such an important role in helping people make sense of and process an everchanging world.“
Council has engaged Cred consulting company to undertake a “bespoke community engagement“ that began this week with meetings with representatives from creative industries and Kabi Kabi to gain input and feedback with others soon to be consulted to include heritage groups and libraries.
Staff said the previous cultural plan concluded with more than 92 per cent of plan actions either completed or underway and the remainder would be rolled into the new plan.
Mayor Frank Wilkie said it was gratifying to know the former cultural plan was successful and the beneficiaries of it were the broader community.
Tourism Noosa is committed to building an iconic events calendar for the 2025-2026 period for our visitors and locals through a targeted approach to event sponsorship. Applications are now open for this competitive funding opportunity for events being staged between July 2025 and June 2026. For a copy of the event guidelines and to submit your application please visit:
Among the standout features is Pups at Post – a dog-friendly zone.
Sarah Coe, Sandy Bolton MP, Mayor Frank Wilkie, Anita Britcher and Pip the Koala. (Supplied)
Noosa MP Sandy Bolton, Sarah Coe - GM Retail Operations North Aus Post, and Anita Britcher - program director Aus Post. (Supplied)
Farmer thanks his rescuers
By Abbey Cannan
Edward Morris can now walk his daughters down the aisle thanks to the lifeguards and paramedics who brought him back to life on the sand at Noosa Main Beach on 15 February, 2023.
The South Australian farmer was 48-yearsold when swimming with his family in Noosa, until his holiday turned into horror as he collapsed onto the sand and became unresponsive at around 4pm.
Volunteers from Nippers began CPR, before the Noosa lifeguards took over compressions and began shocks from a defibrillator.
Brooke Morris watched as her husband received 16 shocks from lifeguards and Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) paramedics before being taken to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital (SCUH) in a critical condition.
“When he collapsed, the nippers were the first that responded and they said to me on Tuesday that by the time they got to him, he was already changing colour,” Brooke said.
“The other lifeguards came running down and because the tide was coming in, the lifeguards built a little barrier with the sand so that the water wouldn’t rush over Ed. They were amazing.”
After everything they went through, Brooke said the most horrific part for her was the phone calls she had to make on the first night.
“The worst part for me was having to ring my children and say ‘You need to fly up, the hospital is keeping Dad alive until you get here’.”
Edward went on to spend a month in hospital at SCUH, where he had a long recovery process that included learning to walk again.
“Ed’s a very strong man. He’s very determined,” Brooke said.
“I think one of the things we’ve learnt as a family is to make more memories.
“He would’ve been a memory, but he’s here to make memories, so however long we’ve got him for, we want to enjoy our time together.
“If anyone can take anything from our experience, it would be to know what your partner wants as far as funeral arrangements and make sure your wills are in place. I had those in place, so I never had to worry if I was making the right decisions because I already knew what he wanted.”
The couple returned to Noosa Main Beach on Tuesday 10 September for the first time since the incident to thank the first responders who helped save Edward’s life.
“It was important for me to thank them for saving Ed’s life. I don’t think people in those roles get thanked and rewarded enough,” Brooke said.
“We also wanted to make a new, happy memory of Noosa because my memory was a horrific one of Ed getting shocked on the beach.”
Noosa lifeguard supervisor Rowan Simpson said the reunion was a wholesome experience for the lifeguards.
“It’s very beautiful to be able to help, and then to also get really nice feedback from that person,” Rowan said.
“It made us all tear up when he said he was now able to walk his daughter down the aisle. It set the tone for the rest of the meet and greet.”
Rowan arrived on the beach about half way through the incident in 2023 to help with crowd control.
“It was overcast and wasn’t a very nice day when it happened. We helped the QAS paramedics take the patient up into their van, and then went back to the tower and did a really good debrief. Having someone else’s life in your hands is always pretty intense,” he said.
“The defibrillator is the difference between saving someone’s life so it’s vital that we have that in our emergency kits.”
Rowan said there was a defibrillator on the lifeguard tower at Noosa Main Beach for public use.
“It’s there for public use after-hours when the lifeguards aren’t available and the Noosa World Surfing Reserve put it in,” he said.
Stunning Spring Colours
Patrol Rubble
and Greet!
Join in on all the pawsome fun these holidays.
Come and say hi to construction pup Rubble, who’ll be making friends in the Food Court.
Ed and Brooke Morris thank the first responders who helped save his life on Noosa Main Beach. (Supplied)
Noosa Critical Care Paramedic Jeff Bradfield, Ed and Brooke Morris, and OIC Joanna Lawson.
Benefit in luck of the draw
By Paul Green
In the heart of the Sunshine Coast, where community spirit and neighbourly support have always been cherished values, fundraising by ClubDraws is making a significant impact.
With our weekly $2000 draw, this innovative platform is not just about winning big, it’s about giving back to the charities and clubs that play such a vital role in our community.
For those who might not be familiar, fundraising by ClubDraws is a unique fundraising initiative that combines the excitement of a weekly cash draw with the satisfaction of knowing your participation is directly benefiting local charities and clubs.
Each week, participants have the chance to win $2000, and every ticket purchased contributes to the club or charity you choose when joining, supporting the groups that make our Sunshine Coast community stronger and more vibrant.
What sets us apart is its dual focus. Of course, the thrill of potentially winning a $2000 prize is a major draw for participants. But beyond that, there’s the undeniable appeal of knowing that your ticket purchase is doing more than just securing your chance to win — it’s directly supporting charities and clubs right here in the Sunshine Coast.
Each week, a portion of the proceeds from the ticket sales is funnelled back into the community, helping fund local projects, events, and initiatives that might otherwise struggle to find financial backing.
It’s a simple, yet powerful way to give back, and one that resonates deeply with those who understand the value of community support.
The Sunshine Coast is home to a wide range of charities and clubs, each with its own unique mission.
From organisations supporting the elderly and providing services to our most vulnerable, to clubs promoting local sports, the breadth of
causes that fundraising by ClubDraws helps fund is truly inspiring.
One local charity, for example, recently used funds from the draws to support its Wildlife Rescue program, providing more support to those desperate animals in need. Another sports club was able to upgrade its facilities, ensuring that young players have a safe and modern place to train and compete. These are just a few examples of how the money raised by the draws is making a tangible difference. Why It Matters
For many of us, the Sunshine Coast isn’t just a place — it’s home. It’s where we’ve raised our families, built our lives, and formed connections that last a lifetime. The charities and clubs that fundraising by ClubDraws supports are an integral part of what makes our community so special. They provide services, opportunities, and support that enrich all our lives.
By participating in ClubDraws, you’re not just buying a ticket — you’re investing in the future of the Sunshine Coast. You’re helping to ensure that these vital organisations can continue to operate, to expand, and to serve our community for years to come.
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With a $2000 prize up for grabs each week and the knowledge that your participation is directly benefiting local charities and clubs, there’s every reason to get involved. Remember, every ticket counts.
Every draw helps. Together, we can continue to support the wonderful organisations that make the Sunshine Coast such a fantastic place to live.
So why not take a chance? You could be the next winner, and in the process, you’ll be helping to make our community even better. Whether you’re already a participant or considering joining, know that your support is valued, appreciated, and making a real difference.
Let’s keep the spirit of the Sunshine Coast alive and thriving — one draw at a time.
Fundraising by ClubDraws is making a significant impact for groups on the Sunshine Coast.
Look back in laughs
If you remember family road trips in a car with a bench seat or the intricacies of staying at a highway motel, then the latest live show by Tim Ross will be something to look forward to.
Drive-in Theatres were all the go and motels were very much a part of Australia’s landscape as families headed off along highways and byways, especially in the 1950s and ’60s.
The luxury of a private bathroom instead of the shared ones in hotels. The filling-out of the breakfast card the night before so that a tray would be left at the door the next morning - or better still, slipped through the servery latch door.
There was a restaurant for an evening meal, with the room often having an art deco look and
sometimes even with a pianist or organist in the corner.
Tim Ross is coming back to the Sunshine Coast to give two different shows at four locations.
He was a hit last year in his evening at Bark’s Art Room at Doonan as part of the Sunshine Coast Open House.
Sentimental, nostalgic and hilarious, these shows are a must for anyone interested in design, mid-century modern architecture or anyone that has fond memories of staying in motels with their family while on holidays.
Motel is the acclaimed live show from comedian and design nerd Tim Ross with musician Kit Warhurst that celebrates Australian motels.
Mid Century Modern Project turns architecturally significant buildings into temporary theatres to showcase design, comedy and music.
• Thursday 3 October- 6:30pm Motel. Front Bar Matso’s Sunshine Coast, Eumundi.
• Friday 4 October - 6pm Mid Century Modern Project. Wilson Beach House, Dicky Beach –Nearly sold out.
• Saturday 5 October - 7;30pm show Motel. Mapleton Hotel.
These events are proudly supported by Sunshine Coast Open House. For more information, visit sunshinecoastopenhouse.com.au/
Doors open
The Peregian Beach Surf Life Saving Club is excited to announce its annual Back to the Beach event and Open Day on Sunday 6 October highlighting the importance of surf life saving to the Peregian region.
This community celebration is a familyfriendly afternoon of fun, entertainment, and information, as the Club celebrates its third season as a revived and independent Club.
The event will kick off at 4pm in front of the Peregian Beach Surf Life Saving Club in Peregian Park. Beach and lifesaving equipment will be on display, with an information stand providing all the information residents need about becoming a member of the Club, as a Nipper family, a Bronze Medallion holder or a member with other qualifications such as First Aid or Radio expertise.
Club President Leigh McCready said:
“At our Open Day, visitors can learn about the vital role of surf life saving on our local beach, meet the club’s dedicated volunteers, and discover how they can get involved.”
“From children looking to become Nippers to adults interested in surf patrols, there are opportunities for everyone – from nine to 99.”
The event will offer a variety of entertainment for all ages. Kids will love the jumping castle, while parents can relax and enjoy food options and live music by local artist Rudi.
Noosa’s Land and Sea Brewery will host a pop-up bar, providing a selection of craft beers. The event will feature a series of raffles with fantastic prizes donated by local businesses and all proceeds going to lifesaving services.
Entry to the event is free, and all members of the community are welcome.
For more information visit peregiansurfclub.com.au/ or the Peregian Surf Club and Nippers Facebook or Instagram pages.
Tim Ross returns for a spin through Aussie holidays of the past in his latest live show, Motel. (431437)
LNP’s pledge to Pirates
The LNP will provide funding of $25,000 to the Noosa Pirates Rugby League Football Club to assist with installation of solar panels, if LNP is elected into government next month.
LNP candidate for Noosa, Clare Stewart said the $25,000 grant was part of their focus on working harder for Queenslanders.
“Over the last year I have been listening to our community and I know sporting clubs across Noosa are in need of help on many different projects, there’s no ‘one size fits all’,” Ms Stewart said.
“This exciting Noosa Pirates LNP funding commitment is just one example of the focus the LNP has on delivering tailored support to our local grassroots sports clubs.
“I will be working to deliver further funding commitments for other local sports groups in Noosa over the coming weeks as part of delivering the LNP’s Right Plan for Noosa’s Future.
“The ability to install solar panels will have a direct benefit to the Noosa Pirates by reducing their energy bills and improving their sustainability will enable the Club to further invest in grassroots rugby league in Noosa.”
Noosa Pirates President Liam Anlezark said the Noosa Pirates appreciated the commitment the LNP had made to our club.
“This will enable us to reduce our power bills and invest those funds into our club for the benefit of our players, members and supporters,” he said.
Ms Stewart said Queenslanders could vote to support the funding for the Noosa Pirates, and a government which worked for them, by voting LNP at this election.
Arts grants up for grabs
New and established artists, creative practitioners, and producers are invited to apply for Noosa Council’s 2024/25 Annual Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) grants.
With the application period now open, this is a great opportunity to secure funding for creative projects and professional development, Ruby Donohoe, Noosa Council Cultural Development Officer said.
“RADF is significantly changing with more money now on offer – up to $10,000 per grantplus more time to write applications,” Ms Donohoe said. The deadline is October 22, 2024, and the funded activities can occur anytime between January - December 2025.
The latest round saw an investment of over $35,000 awarded to six successful applicants. These grants have enabled local artists and organisations to launch innovative projects that celebrate and enrich the cultural fabric of Noosa.
Councillor Karen Finzel said arts and culture are a big part of what makes Noosa unique.
“Fuelling creative expression and participation through programs like RADF empowers the arts to play a vital role in our lives, elevates innovation as an economic driver, and generates important conversations within communities,” Cr Finzel said. Among the exciting initiatives funded recently are Noosa-to-Milan Fashion Week textile art tours by Simone Leao (Outer Art Studio), a new play by Catbird Theatre Company for ages 5 and under, a new youth-led production
by Little Seed Theatre Company and award-winning actor and writer James Millar, and a temporary public art project celebrating love in many languages led by artist and educator Sophy Blake and presenting partner Visit Noosa Junction. Another RADF project is Public Sketchbook which enables Noosa artist, Tess Miller, to step out of the ceramic studio and into the world of public art under the mentorship of mural artist Alison Mooney. Alison Mooney’s project Public Sketchbook will take place in Sunshine Beach and is designed to create space for artists to explore ‘bold, untested ideas’ in the public domain, in collaboration with an established artist.
“Public Sketchbook is a response to the lack of legal walls in the region. Public facing walls where artists are allowed to paint, explore, practice their work on a large scale provide the community with an ever-changing source of fresh ideas, energy, plus perspectives that change quickly,” Mooney said. Keep your eyes peeled for Tess Miller’s upcoming work exploring the idea of ‘imperfect forms for an imperfect world’.
To assist eligible applicants, Noosa Council will provide resources and guidance on the application process.
For more information, visit noosa.qld.gov. au/radf The Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF)isapartnershipbetweentheQueensland Government through Arts Queensland and Noosa Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.
Arts and creatives are urged to apply for RADF grants for projects. This artwork is by Alison Mooney. (Supplied)
Noosa LNP candidate Clare Stewart promises $25,000 to Noosa Pirates if LNP is elected to government. (Supplied)
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On The Soapbox
Councillor Amelia Lorentson
Rules, access and life rings
In the September meetings, I will move a notified motion to propose a Remote Rescue Tubes/Liferings trial at unpatrolled beaches.
This initiative is designed to reduce the risk of drowning incidents in unpatrolled areas or during out-of-hours periods by providing self-service rescue devices and remote supervision.
Our lifeguards first brought this idea to my attention over two years ago.
I raised it with Noosa World Surfing Reserve (NWSR), who championed it and made it part of their safety remit initiatives. Ideally, these rescue tubes would be installed between Tea Tree Bay and Alexandria Bay, areas identified by local surfers as hazardous.
While Surf Life Saving Queensland (SLSQ) conducted a safety audit, after two years, they deemed it not a high priority.
However, the local community sees things differently, especially with two near-drowning incidents at North Sunshine Beach and A Bay in the past year. This makes the initiative (imo) a high priority for Noosa.
There’s a saying, “There are many ways to skin a cat.“
As the trustees of our open beaches, council can manage and monitor the trial independently of SLSQ. After the trial, we will collaborate with Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) and SLSQ to assess the outcomes and consider extending the trial to other high-risk areas, including Tea Tree Bay and A Bay.
Rescue tubes and life rings are widely used across Australia, Europe, and the United States, yet Queensland lags in adopting these life-saving devices. Coffs Harbour’s successful remote rescue tube project offers a valuable model, as do similar programs in Hawaii, New Zealand, and Denmark. These devices have been proven to prevent drownings.
Local organisations strongly support this initiative, including NWSR, Noosa Boardriders Club, NSCA, NBFA, and Noosa Malibu Club.
Given the recent near-drowning incidents, this trial could be vital in enhancing water safe-
ty. Noosa Council has the opportunity to lead in implementing this cost-effective, communitysupported solution to prevent future tragedies.
A final decision on this matter has yet to be made, so please follow me on my Facebook page (Amelia4Noosa) for updates.
Revised Standing Orders and Policies
Proposed changes to Council’s standing orders and meeting procedures were also a major topic of discussion during September’s meetings, raising significant community concerns. I want to explain why this issue matters, what I said in the
Cafe communications: coffee with councillors
Noosa Councillors will be visiting local coffee shops in Boreen Point, Peregian Beach and Tewantin on Wednesday 25 September to talk oneon-one with locals about issues that are important to them.
meeting, and why I proposed an alternate motion to the staff recommendation.
The current standing orders for Notified Motions and Deputations align with the Local Government Act 2009, supporting democratic representation, transparency, and community engagement—principles that allow councillors to act in the public’s best interest.
However, the proposed changes threaten these core principles.
In the meeting, I raised a critical question: What problem are we trying to solve, and who or what are we trying to stop? I pointed out that the current system has worked well for years.
For instance, I brought forward two significant motions on the Burgess Creek Catchment without issue last year. But this term, after I submitted three Notified Motions - on shark nets and drumlines, an extension to the consultation period for Noosa Plan Amendments, and the trial of rescue tubes on remote beaches—we’re seeing efforts to restrict them.
Is the issue with me or the precedent of using Notified Motions to represent community concerns?
The fight here is about safeguarding the democratic rights of all councillors and the community we serve. Limiting deputations and reducing their frequency weakens the public’s ability to engage in decisions directly impacting them. Public input is a cornerstone of democracy, and reducing deputation time is (IMO) an unjustified attack on residents’ rights.
As elected representatives, it is our responsibility to protect the democratic right to bring forward notified motions and ensure that deputations remain a transparent and accessible platform for public participation. I am not prepared to lose those rights and this fight for our residents.
A final decision on this matter has yet to be made.
Please follow me on my Facebook page (Amelia4Noosa) for the latest updates.
(This is my personal opinion and does not represent the position of council.)
The next Councillor Coffee Chat session is on Wednesday 25 September at Boreen Point, Tewantin and Peregian Beach from 9.30-11am.
There is no need to make a booking, residents can simply pop in any time during the two-hour session and have a chat.
As part of Council’s commitment to community engagement, councillors will be regularly visiting different parts of the shire to informally catch up with residents at local cafes as part of their Councillor Coffee Chats program.
Residents can catch up with councillors on Wednesday 25 September from 9.30am at:
Apollonian Hotel – 19 Laguna Street, Boreen Point
Noosa Outlook Bakery – 63 St Andrews Drive, Tewantin
Heirloom Peregian Beach Village – 7/224 David Low Way, Peregian Beach
Have a chat with Noosa councillors. (Rob Maccoll)
Councillor Amelia Lorentson.
Students shine on stage
Excitement, talent, and community spirit took centre stage at Good Shepherd Lutheran College’s annual Jazz Under the Stars event.
Known for bringing together students, families, and friends, this free event is a highlight on the college calendar, showcasing student performances and offering an unforgettable evening of entertainment.
This year’s event saw a variety of bands, choirs, and solo performers dazzle the audience, with students of all ages performing in front of a lively crowd.
The picturesque setting of the college’s outdoor stage added a special ambiance, allowing music to flow under the evening sky.
“This is an incredible opportunity for our students to step onto a stage and share their talents with a large audience,” said Jim Tomkins, director of Instrumental Music at Good Shepherd.
“Performing in front of a live crowd builds confidence and provides a real sense of achievement. It’s all part of their growth as musicians and individuals.”
The youngest performers, including over 40
students from the Year 4 Band, were a particular highlight, with proud parents capturing every moment.
From the Aurora Choir to the Jazz Band, each ensemble delivered standout performances that were warmly received by the audience.
Adding to the excitement was a special appearance by ConFusion, a jazz band from Griffith University, who closed the evening with a vibrant set that had the audience on their feet.
College principal Anthony Dyer reflected on the event’s success as he said, “It’s always heart-
ening to see our students give their all on stage and for the community to come out in such strong support.“
“Nights like this are what Good Shepherd is all about – bringing people together to celebrate talent, hard work, and a shared love for the arts. We look forward to making next year’s event even bigger and better!”
Good Shepherd’s Jazz Under the Stars continues to be a testament to the power of live performance, community, and the joy of music.
To be in the drawer to win a prize, take a selfie with your favourite baby animal and post the photo to our Facebook page.
Gary Borham and his family enjoyed the diversity of musical talent on show.
Good Shepherd students Pippa Nevett and Poppy Wright enjoyed the evening with their teacher Ms Keegan Cirillo.
ConFusion, a jazz band from Griffith University gave some of the musicians a first time opportunity to play with professional musicians. (Supplied)
Who benefits from SFD?
Does the (NT 6/9/24 Units Fast Tracked) provide an introduction to the first of many such building applications under the State Facilitated Development pathway in any Planning Zone allowing a residential element? This legislation speeds up approvals allowing the Minister to override local authority planning laws. Given the frustrating, long and expensive process in obtaining a local yes or no to an application, no wonder such a law has been passed in the guise of including 15 per cent affordable housing together with extra housing.
There is a legislated cap on the selling price of the “15 per cent” ; the cost of which will need to be covered by the profit from the “extra 85 per cent of housing”. Hence, denser and higher structure as is proposed at old Tewantin Police Station (40 units) and above the southern strip of shops along the eastern side of Lanyaya Street, Noosa Junction (195 units).
What is not so obvious are the real beneficiaries.
These are the developers and the members of building workers unions; who respectfully support the LNP and Labour. The losers are the local communities who will have the ordered development under planning schemes disrupted and opportunities for consultation reduced. A return to the good old days when Appeals Courts frequently overrode town plans. Are the busy locations of the above developments appropriate for families seeking affordable and residential tenancies?
Dr Jim Porter, Cootharaba
Costs of nuclear
As the proponents of Love Nuclear Power fly around the countryside to espouse the benefits of ‘nucula’ power, will their travel expenses be as high as their flights of fancy? Just asking for more details.
Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach.
Get serious on e-scooters
Earlier today, I read a sad story in Noosa Today about an elderly gentleman out on his afternoon walk who was knocked to the ground and injured by someone riding an electric scooter. My wife was knocked down and seriously injured by another electric scooter rider while walking out in front of Noosa Junction a couple of months ago.
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In her case, the rider sped off never to be seen again. Three weeks ago, I was accosted by several young hoons riding electric bikes down the middle of a main road in Noosaville. They were riding wildly passing cars on both sides, slapping my car as they passed and offering obscene gestures. I have not included details of this incident because I do not wish to have these kids figure out where I live and make more trouble for me.
The last three times I have been out for a meal in the Junction there have been several instances on each outing where e-bikes were ridden recklessly down the middle of Sunshine Beach Road or Noosa Drive weaving in and out of traffic often with a passenger as well as the rider. Some of these riders were performing tricks like wheelies
Sunshine Coast police arrest
Police have arrested 10 teenagers in 10 days on 121 charges in relation to more than 40 property offences across the Sunshine Coast since last month.
The Sunshine Coast Child Protection and Investigation Unit (CPIU) established Operation Cornmeal to identify, find and arrest a number of juveniles after multiple reports of break and enters and stolen cars during August and September in suburbs including Maroochydore, Birtinya, Buderim, Alexandra Headland, Maleny, Wurtulla, Coolum Beach, Peregian Beach, Castaways Beach, Mount Coolum, Kuluin, Caloundra West, and Diddillibah. Since 2 September, dedicated investigations
have led police to find and arrest 10 teenagers.
Sunshine Coast CPIU Officer in Charge Detective Senior Sergeant Kerri Della-Vedova said police take incidents of serious recidivist youth offending seriously and are committed to seeking justice for victims.
“Through Operation Cornmeal, the community can be assured that we’re working to identify, locate and arrest young people who choose to repeatedly commit offences on the Sunshine Coast,” Detective Senior Sergeant Della-Vedova said.
“CPIU detectives will continue to target this high-level offending which causes harm in our community.
and passing cars recklessly in the middle of the road in traffic.
I have seen e-scooters and e-bikes going down the middle of sidewalks full of pedestrians in busy business districts like Noosa Junction or in Noosaville at unsafe speeds creating havoc as they go. I am sure anyone who lives in Noosa and is reading this have seen similar irresponsible acts. People are being injured and it is only a matter of time before someone is killed. The problem is getting significantly worse as time passes. While there are a few responsible operators of these vehicles who follow the road rules, the majority of them I have seen are ignoring traffic regulations and common courtesy endangering those around them as they go.
The fact is most of these e-vehicles have similar performance envelopes as petrol powered motorbikes (they can attain speeds up to 70kph), they are being ridden largely by children without driving licenses and clearly no knowledge of the rules of the road. I am sure they are uninsured, so whatever damage they cause will be borne by their victims. These vehicles do not have number plates, so they cannot be tracked or reported. It is time for government to get serious about this problem and get a handle on it. If someone is too young for a driving license, they should be banned from riding an e-bike or scooter. Name supplied and with held at request, Noosaville
“While our Sunshine Coast Youth Co-Responder Team and Youth Engagement Hub are also working to engage with and divert young people at-risk of offending or just starting to commit crime, with the aim of reducing offences into the future.”
Multiple charges have been brought against a 14-year-old Baringa girl, a 14-year-old Sippy Downs boy, a 15-year-old Buderim girl, a 17-year-old Bli Bli boy, a 16-year-old Pacific Paradise girl, and a 13-year-old Currimundi girl.
Investigations are ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact police.
The investigation follows multiple reports of break and enters and stolen cars across the Sunshine Coast.
On the Soapbox
Barry Cotterell, PBCA President
Community rights denied
The state government’s response to the national housing crisis has activated the approval process that sidelines Council and the community on two proposed developments in Noosa under the new State Facilitated Development (SFD) pathway.
The State has notified council of its intention regarding
• 40 dwelling units at 89 Poinciana Ave and 10 Sidoni St, Tewantin and
• 195 residential units, commercial and retail on 2, 6, 8, 10 and 12 Lanyana Way and 28 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Heads.
The available information does not include plans or details of building height. Each development must contain an element of ‘affordable’ housing, not only do we not know what that is at present, ‘affordable’ may not survive the first purchase.
We need more detail to give any feedback as well as to understand conflicts with the planning scheme and impacts on the surrounding community.
PBCA’s submission to the state government is below and Council will make a submission about the proposals before the closing date of 23 September 2024, after which the Housing Minister makes a decision.
PBCAI Submission : State Facilitated Development pathway a denial of our community’s rights
The state government’s response to the national housing crisis has activated the approval process that sidelines Council on two proposed developments in Noosa under the new State Facilitated Development (SFD) pathway. (Units fast
tracked NT 6 September 2024)
Peregian Beach Community Association is a strong supporter of Noosa Council’s Noosa Plan which has been approved by the State after community consultation over almost 40 years. As the Queensland Court of Appeal has stated “The terms of a planning scheme inevitably reflect the striking of an overall balance, in the public interest, between the many interests potentially affected by the planning scheme.”
In particular, we support the Plan’s restriction on building heights to below the tree line of 8 metres.
No high-rise in Noosa
The State Government is rushing through 12 development applications via the Department of State FacilitatedDevelopment(supportedbyrecentlypassed legislation) before the caretaker mode comes into effect at the end of September (after which no government decisions can be taken until after the October election). The list of 12 includes two Noosa applications that DSFD has ‘proposed approval’ subject to a publicconsultationprocessthatcloses23September 2024.
Proposed developments are at: 2, 6, 8, 10 and 12 Lanyana Way and 28 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Heads,TheJunction: 195unitsoppositethecinema–probably 6 – 8 storeys, and 87 – 89 Poinciana Avenue and 10 Sidoni Street, Tewantin: 40 units, possibly 4 storeys?
Next to no information or plans are provided at the department’s website:
Please comment before 23 September on these development applications. Respectfully let them know what you think – quote the street address as above. Email: SFD@dsdilgp.qld.gov.au
This change in planning law presents two priority issues for us.
• Priority Issue One – Stealing Agency From Us Housingdeveloperscannowbypasslocalgovernments in Queensland to get approvals for their development applications if ‘affordable housing’ is included (whatever this version of ‘affordable’ means). Their applications are turned around by the DSFD in 30 days. No local government plans or consultation processes are applied – they count for nothing.
Noosa shire badly needs affordable housing for hospitality, health, retail and care workers plus artists, musicians, low income earners, families, farmers, pensioners etc to retain essential services and diversity. Council has been attending to this by reviewing its plans and processes and working with social housing providers. Noosa Shire Council planning officers met with the applicants in the very early stages when outline plans were discussed - pre SFD. But now, with this new process, there is no requirement for developers to submit revised plans to the Noosa Shire Council. We have NO detail. There is no information on height, number of storeys, parking, materials, traffic flow impact, sewerage outfall load and water supply demands etc, etc. So assessment
against existing town planning schemes or community consultation or approvals is not possible.
• Priority Issue Two – Inappropriate Overdevelopment
Noosa’s town planning schemes are the envy of other local governments. Since the 1960s Noosa locals have resisted over-development - the scourge of other seaside communities, to protect the unique environment and amenity. This means, for example, we dodged high-rise in what is now the Noosa National Park at Noosa Heads. We have retained koala habitats. We have retained biodiversity. Good people have fought tooth and nail to keep Noosa a community not a tourist destination - which is why we are so popular. They need to fit with/complement existing and proposed precinct plans. They must reflect the character and culture of the area. Noosa shire is known world-wide for keeping building heights below tree level, which is what makes us stand out from so many other towns and is probably what we value most. Yet, at The Junction – no details are supplied soweareguessing,a6–8storeydevelopmentwillbe likely be approved by the State Government.
Action
Noosa MP Sandy Bolton has called on both the ALP and LNP to make a solid commitment that they will not force projects onto Noosa that do not meet community expectations, or exceed the provisions made for The Junction and Tewantin in Council’s planning documents.
The Mayor said Noosa Council was already on track to meet its housing targets as set by the State and had partnerships underway with the State and a community housing provider to deliver truly affordable housing for residents on low to moderate incomes. Respectfully share your thoughts with:
Leader of the Opposition, David Crisafulli leader@opposition.qld.gov.au
Minister for Housing, Local Government/Planning, Meaghan Scanlon housing@ministerial.qld.gov.au
Jane Tillson, Noosa
Without information having been provided to enable it to be assessed, it’s likely that this application is non-compliant with the Noosa Plan and would either be delayed until it complied or would be rejected by Noosa Council, which is why the developer is attempting to proceed as a SFD application.
Hence, it is near impossible to forecast what a complying development might look like as the community has not been given any information on the number of rooms per dwelling, what the type/ size of retail/ office premises are, whether there is share car facilities proposed and so on. It seems that a developer can put in any ap-
plication and have no regard to our planning scheme, so long as 15 per cent of the development is ‘affordable’ – and ‘affordable’ may not survive the first purchase.
So that a proper community assessment can be made of this development application we are seeking details of site and urban context analysis, preliminary architectural drawings showing the proposed height, setbacks, property boundaries and access. In addition we are seeking preliminary information about any relevant external amenity impacts (for example, shadow diagrams, noise mitigation strategies, etc) together with information on the proposed use, hours of operation, number of staff, car parking provision, etc
195 residential units, combined with undefined amount of commercial and retail land uses at ground level will require a considerable amount of on-site parking which, at this stage not identified and cannot be assessed. Likewise the adequacy or otherwise of the communal areas and amenities referred to are not able to be assessed.
These units, if approved, will have a considerable ongoing impact on the area which will not be limited to the 5,047m2 site area.
The SFD pathway is a denial of the community’s rights under the Planning Act 2016. Based on the standard development application requirements this application should be assessed as non-compliant and refused.
Barry Cotterell President Peregian Beach Community Association
Peregian Beach Community Association president Barry Cotterell. (Rob Maccoll)
No kidding, goats a hit
It was the first Noosa Show experience for Nick Fairbairn and his Noosa Goat Co. and the attraction was busy all day with visitors coming to pet the Nigerian dwarf goats, try out the goat kissing booth and find out more about the new enterprise.
The Black Mountain dairy goat breeders are in the early stages of establishing a raw milk dairy for the local community in line with regenerative farming methods and Safe Food requirements.
“With raw milk, you have to do food safe standards,“ he said. “We have to get audited twice a year, have batch testing before every bottle and once a month we have to send it to a lab to get tested,“ he said.
“Our goal is to build the herd up so we’ve got enough to have milk all year around. It’ll only ever be small scale. There’s huge demand. We’re only ever going to reach this area.“
They currently have a herd of 28 does, five bucks and 17 babies.
In addition to the dairy, Noosa Goat Co uses their goats for animal therapy and they sell goats to families wanting them as pets, for their own dairy herds or to help manage vegetation around their property. Quite a few people buy them as pets if they have small acreage properties, they browse on leaves, sticks, get rid of all the fuel, Nick said.
They also hire out goats for people wanting to a pesticide-free way of reducing their vegetation load.
“Not so much rural properties because it’s a biosecurity issue, but if we’re taking them to suburban 600sqm block in Noosa, if it’s got a fence all around, we just drop them off for a week, they eat everything, then they come back,“ he said.
For more visit Noosa Goat Co on Facebook.
Have you suffered a ‘face plant’ recently?
If you haven’t face planted recently, chances are that you know someone who has.
The results can be catastrophic - broken bones, nose, teeth and bruising that makes the face unrecognisable. Also, the loss of confidence often suffered by falls victims, can severely limit their quality of life.
Falls often occur when an elderly person is home alone. Sometimes, they are unable to raise the alarm and have to wait where they have fallen, for many hours before help arrives.
“Rushing to answer the phone is a common cause of falls in the home. Poor eyesight, tiredness, dehydration and ill fitting shoes are just some of the reasons elderly people have so many falls. You can reduce your risk of falls by enhancing your strength, mobility and balance“, exercise physiologist, Jarod Burton, explained.
Jarod is a team member at EP Clinic in Gateway Drive, Noosaville. The clinic specialises in finding personal solutions for people suffering from all age related functional decline.
“Falls prevention will be the topic of Jarod’s address to members of the Tewantin Noosa Probus Club at the next meeting on Tuesday 24 September,“ said speaker seeker, Mary Laird.
“Visitors are welcome. Our meetings are held in the Tewantin RSL. Morning tea is available from 10 o’clock for a small charge of $6. Jarod’s presentation will commence at 10.30.”
If you would like to hear Jarod’s advise on falls prevention, please contact Chris on 5442 7397 so she can save you a seat.
Agency gets excellence awards nod
Hinternoosa has been named as finalists in The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) Awards for Excellence in the Medium Residential Agency of the Year category.
Alisa Wythes has also been recognised as a finalist in the Residential Salesperson of the Year category.
As one of only two agencies in the Sunshine Coast and Noosa regions named as finalists in these prestigious awards, principal Sirah Robb said, “We are honoured to be recognised as an agency performing at the highest level in Queensland.“
“The entire team is thrilled at both the group and individual finalist announcements.
“It reinforces our commitment to providing exceptional service and achieving the best results for our clients across sales and property management.
“It really does take a high-performance team culture to deliver premium outcomes, so every single team member across admin, sales, property management and our leadership team deserves to be recognised as contributing towards these finalist achievements.“
To be named as a finalist is a significant achievement and the REIQ have reported that this year’s awards have been the most competitive to date. Winners will be announced at an awards gala on 16 November at The Star Brisbane.
Learn more about preventing falls from exercise physiologist Jarod Burton. (Supplied)
Alisa Wythes has also been recognised as a finalist. (Supplied)
Nick Fairbairn of Noosa Goat Co. (Rob Maccoll)
In photos: the 2024 show
had their cameras ready at the Noosa Country Show, catching the best of the 2024 event over the week-
The ever-popular mobile library reading mat was very busy at the Noosa Country Show, with QPS and SES members stopping by.
“We had hundreds stop by our council marquee and loved talking to everyone,“ public relations officer, Heather Williams said.
Noosa Photo Club members Moira Heilbronn, Geoff Merrill, Kirsty Walker and Alison Taylor
end.
Noosa councillor Karen Finzel enjoying the show. (Alison Taylor) Kids were keen for the first day of the school holidays.
Pauline Eglington from SES with Amy Meredith on Mobile Library’s reading mat at the show. (Heather Williams)
The cold brew was a fan favourite. (Moira Heilbronn)
The kids loved the animals. (Alison Taylor)
Horsing around. (Moira Heilbronn)
It was all smiles at the face painting tent. (Moira Heilbronn)
A dog is man’s best friend. (Moira Heilbronn)
Noosa Council Local Laws officers Ben Ashman and Jodie Crawford had Butch their mascot on hand to teach children about dangerous dogs. (Heather Williams)
Helen from the Noosa Country Show Society with a friend. (Alison Taylor)
It’s time for the ‘mane’ event.
Hold your horses! (Geoff Merrill)
Ice cream is always necessary. (Geoff Merrill)
Pretty in pink. (Alison Taylor)
QPS stops for reading time on the mat at Mobile Library at the show. (Heather Williams)
Noosa MP Sandy Bolton. (Alison Taylor)
Lots of stories read by Noosa Libraries staff Teagan, Kate and Amy. (Heather Williams) Hat’s off to a great day. (Alison Taylor)
Rodeo thrills and spills
FROM PAGE 1
It was just half an hour into the Honky Tonk Rodeo Promotions staged in conjunction with Noosa Country Show and its third event when the announcer told the crowd the U18 cowboy was “in a little bit of trouble“.
“This is where our pick up man Stuart Grayson is going to drive a rope around the neck of this horse.
“This young man is as tough as nails, our pick up men are doing their very best.“
It lasted only 32 seconds but felt a lot longer as the crowd watched transfixed while the teenager was bounced about by a frantic pony as the pick up man raced in to hold the horse and release the cowboy.
“That cowboy did the exact thing you want to do when you’re in that position, you want to stay on your feet and if you somehow can’t stay up there it’ll make it even harder to get out of that bareback rigging, that’s how tight those hands are squashed in there.
“Nice call for Jessie Amber,“ the announcer said as the young man was released and walked from the arena.
The rodeo was a thrilling event which brought some of the best bovines, horses and riders to Pomona Showgrounds on the second night of Noosa show, drawing a crowd that spilled out from a packed arena.
Young cowboy Jessie Amber comes out of the chute in the novice horse ride.
Jessie Amber is tossed off his horse but stuck to it by his hand rope.
Pick up
man Stuart Graham comes to the aid of the young rider.
Pick up
man Stuart Graham holds the horse and frees cowboy Jessie Amber as the crowd watches.
Cowboy Jessie Amber leaves the arena.
Bull riders kick off the Honky Tonk Rodeo Promotions at Noosa Country Show. (Rob Maccoll)
Thrills and spills at the rodeo.
One calf out ran the rider in the calf roping event.
Caught in the roping event.
Wild ride in the novice horse ride. (Rob Maccoll)
Cowboy skills on show at the rodeo.
Rodeo puts on a show at Pomona. (Rob Maccoll)
The Guide
AIR FRYERS: ARE THEY WORTH IT?
SBS Food, Friday, 8.30pm
Fifteen years ago, no one had heard of an air fryer, but since its 2010 introduction, the handy appliance has revolutionised home cooking. The frenzy over these kitchen essentials shows no signs of abating, but this documentary casts a critical eye over whether the ubiquitous ovens are all they’re cracked up to be. In the vein of SuperSizeMe, British actor and presenter Denise van Outen (pictured) takes on a challenge of eating nothing but air-fryer made food for 30 days. She also visits the home of Britain’s biggest-selling brand – Shark Ninja – to learn all about the history of the product, and later, checks out TheCrystalMazeset and steps inside a giant air fryer simulator.
GRANTCHESTER
ABC TV, Saturday, 7.30pm
A circus certainly isn’t renowned for being the safest workplace around but in Grantchester’s season nine premiere, it’s not the trapeze or lions that pose danger under the big top – but a vicious crossbow murderer. Police detective Geordie (Robson Green) and vicar Will (Tom Brittney) investigate after a performer is found dead, and must deduce which of the circus’ eccentric cast of characters is the culprit. At the same time, Will weighs up his future after being offered a transfer to a new parish in Newcastle. The motorcycleriding reverend, now married with children, has come a long way in the five years since moving to Cambridge – is Will ready for a new challenge up north?
THE BLOCK
Nine, Monday, 7.30pm
Viewers tuning into TheBlockthis year could be forgiven for thinking MarriedatFirstSightis undergoing renovations – so prominent are the personality clashes and heated chats. As the build hits the halfway mark, the teams struggle with ideas for their guest ensuites amid sizeable fallout from the kitchen judging. Sydney sisters Maddy and Charlotte (both pictured), who joined the series after Jesse and Paige departed, don’t get a lot of love during the open for inspections but keep their focus on bonding with new builder Dan as they prepare to deliver the first room they’ve realised entirely on their own – can they steer clear of the drama (aka Kylie) all week long?
Friday, September 20
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
Tom Brittney and Robson Green in
10, Tuesday, 7.30pm
Another crew of comedians line up to gain razor-tongued Taskmaster Tom Gleeson’s unattainable approval in this third Aussie instalment of the hit UK game show. This time, it’s Aaron Chen, Concetta Caristo, Mel Buttle, Pete Helliar and Rhys Nicholson (all pictured, from left), vying for the gilded trophy of Gleeson’s noggin, fighting their way through all manner of zany tasks, creative challenges and road blocks overseen by assistant Tom Cashman. In tonight’s premiere, the fearless fivesome present the Taskmaster with the worst thing to wake up to, compete to perform the most epic wink, throw frisbees on Opposite Day, and make their horoscopes come true, before making their bed and lying in it. The side-splitting shenanigans are just getting started.
(8, 9) 6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Australians In Timor-Leste: 25th Anniversary. 11.00 First On The Ground. (PGa, R) 11.30 Planet America. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.55 Van Der Valk. (Madv, R) 2.25 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R) 3.15 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 4.00 Love Your Garden. (PG, R) 4.45 Grand Designs. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Gardening Australia.
8.30 Joanna Lumley’s Spice Trail Adventure: Indonesia. (PGa, R) Part 1 of 4. 9.20 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R) Presented by Guy Montgomery.
10.05 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (PG, R)
10.45 ABC Late News.
11.00 Miniseries: Better. (Malv, R)
12.00 Grand Designs. (R) 12.45 The Larkins. (PG, R) 1.35 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 My Grandparents’ War: Keira Knightley. (Ml, R) Part 2 of 4.
8.25 Lost Treasures Of Ancient Laos. (PG) Part 2 of 2. Astonishing new discoveries open a window into the civilisation that built Angkor.
9.15 Lost Treasures Of Ancient Rome: Secrets Of Rome’s Great Wall. (PGas, R) Takes a look at Hadrian’s Wall. 10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 Soldiers. (Malv)
12.30 A Class Apart. (Madlsv, R) 3.50 Make Me A Dealer. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
(7) TEN (5, 1)
6.00 Seven Local News.
6.30 Seven News.
7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs and Peter Colquhoun explore the suburb of Caringbah. Adam Dovile builds a multi-use table.
7.20 Football. AFL. First preliminary final. 11.15 Armchair Experts. (M)
A panel discusses all things AFL.
12.00 GetOn Extra. A look at the weekend’s best racing.
7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 4.55pm Bluey. 5.00 Peppa Pig. 5.15 Hey Duggee. 5.25 Builder Brothers Dream Factory. 5.35 Fireman Sam. 5.45 Shaun The Sheep. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.05 Little J And Big Cuz. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Paddington. 6.40 Ben And Holly. 6.50 Kiri And Lou. 6.55 Supertato. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Strange Chores.
6am Home Shopping. 6.30 I Escaped To The Country. 7.30 The Zoo. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Jabba’s Movies School Holiday Special. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes And Gardens. 1.00 House Of Wellness. 2.00 Discover. 2.30 Sydney Weekender. 3.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 5.00 I Escaped To The Country. 6.00 Bargain Hunt. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 I Escaped To The Country. 11.30 Secrets Of Beautiful Gardens. 12.30am My Greek Odyssey. 1.30 Our Town. 2.00 Late Programs.
6.00 9News.
7.00 Rugby League. NRL. First semi-final.
9.45 NRL Finals Footy PostMatch. A post-match NRL wrap up of the first semi-final, with expert analysis and player interviews.
10.30 MOVIE: Magnum Force. (1973, MA15+lv, R) A detective investigates some mysterious murders. Clint Eastwood, Hal Holbrook.
1.00 The Garden Gurus. (R) Expert gardening tips and design ideas.
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)
9GEM (81, 92)
6am Gideon’s Way. 7.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news.
7.30 Sort Your Life Out. (PGa) Hosted by Stacey Solomon.
8.45 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week.
The Real CSI: Miami: Halliburton Horror. (Mav) Takes a look at the murder of Jill Halliburton Su.
Me. (1989, M) 9.30 Sin City. (2005, MA15+) 11.50 Patrick. (2019, MA15+, French) 1.40am Angel Heart. (1987, MA15+) 3.45 Al Pacino: The Reluctant Star. 4.55 Red
Sister Boniface Mysteries. (Final, PGa, R) 2.00 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (PG, R) 2.40 Becoming Frida Kahlo. (PGa, R) 3.40 David Attenborough’s Micro Monsters. (R) 4.30 The Assembly. (PG, R) 5.15 Landline. (R) 5.45 Australian Story. (R)
6.30 Back Roads: Heysen Trail, South Australia. (PG, R) Paul West tackles the Heysen Trail.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Grantchester. (Return, Mv)
Geordie investigates when a circus performer is found dead after being shot with a crossbow.
8.20 Vera. (Mv, R) After a woman is murdered, her son escapes the attack only to fall through the ice of a frozen pond.
9.50 Return To Paradise. (PG, R) Clarke investigates when a famous wellness influencer drops dead in the middle of a fun run.
10.45 Miniseries: Better. (Mal, R) Part 1 of 5. 11.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) Music video clips.
6am Morning Programs. 9.05 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (PG, R) 10.05 Love Your Garden. (PGa, R) 11.00 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PG) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Still Running. (PG, R) 3.00 Such Was Life. (R) 3.10 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 5.00 Wonders Of Scotland. (PG, R) 5.30 Frontlines. (PG)
6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Cumbria: The Lakes & The Coast. (PG) Part 4 of 5. 8.20 Highgrove: The King’s Country Home. Takes a look at Highgrove House, a different kind of royal residence.
9.15 The World’s Most Beautiful Landscapes: The Highlands. (R) English actor Robert Lindsay narrates a journey through the landscape of the Scottish Highlands.
10.10 Scotland’s Extreme Medics. (Ma, R) The trauma team is dispatched by air. 11.05 Something Undone. (Premiere, Mal) 12.05 Rex In Rome. (Ml, R) 3.45 Peer To Peer. (PG, R) 4.45 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6am WorldWatch.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) Highlights from the past week. 12.00 Horse Racing. Sydney Everest Carnival and Caulfield Charity Family Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Creek To Coast. A look at the latest in outdoor activities.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Tests on a man’s bag return a positive swab for drugs after a trip to Thailand.
7.30 MOVIE: Armageddon. (1998, Mv, R)
A veteran oil driller and his team must save humanity after an asteroid is discovered on a collision course with Earth. Bruce Willis, Billy Bob Thornton, Liv Tyler.
10.45 MOVIE: District 9.
(2009, MA15+lv, R) A human is exposed to extraterrestrial biotechnology while working to contain a group of aliens. Sharlto Copley, David James. 1.00 Taken. (Mav, R) Christina tries to reveal a mole in the CIA.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Drop Dead Weird. (R) Three siblings move to Ireland.
5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)
6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Surfing Australia TV. 12.30 Explore TV: Trade Routes Of The Middle Ages. 1.00
6.00 9News Saturday.
7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Second semi-final.
9.45 NRL Finals Footy PostMatch. A post-match NRL wrap up of the second semi-final, with expert analysis and player interviews.
10.30 MOVIE: The Expendables 2. (2012, MA15+lv, R) A group of mercenaries seeks revenge. Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham.
12.30 Iconic Australia: The Cross. (Madsv, R) Takes a look at Kings Cross in Sydney.
1.30 Surfing Australia TV. (R)
2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)
2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
6.30 The Dog House. (PGa, R) A bulldog has lost its spark.
7.30 Thank God You’re Here. (PGals, R) Marty Sheargold, Emma Holland, Zoë Coombs Marr and Tommy Little step through the blue door. 8.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Follows the staff as it tries to find the right fit for a woman who wants a pal for her staffy. 9.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mad, R) A car crash in front of their ambulance forces paramedics Pete and Phil to perform a resuscitation. 10.45 Ambulance UK. (Mal, R) A boy is knocked down by a motorcycle. 12.00 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.
6.30 Compass: Pope Francis The Disruptor. Explores Pope Francis’s legacy. 7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Return To Paradise. (PG) A salon owner is murdered.
8.30 Unforgotten. (Mal) The victim’s past comes to light and leads the team in unexpected directions.
9.15 Miniseries: Better. (Mal, R) Part 2 of 5. Lou invites further suspicion when she fails to warn Col about a raid.
10.15 Fisk. (PG, R) Helen meets with two estranged brothers.
Surveillance Oz. (PG, R) Border Security: International. (PG, R) Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Better Homes And Gardens. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Weekender.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 The Ottoman Empire By Train. (PGa) Part 4 of 5. 8.25 Medina Azahara: Lost Pearl Of El-Andalu. Takes a look at the Madinat al-Zahra, the ruins of a palace in modern-day Spain. 9.25 Ancient Superstructures: Angkor Wat. (R) Explores Angkor Wat. 10.25 Dinosaur With Stephen Fry: When Dinosaurs Ruled The Earth. (PGa, R) 11.20 The Real Peaky Blinders. (R) 1.20 Devon & Cornwall With Michael Portillo. (PGa, R) 3.10 Make Me A Dealer. (R) 4.00 Peer To Peer. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Voice. (PGl) Hosted by Sonia Kruger. 8.45 7NEWS Spotlight. An exclusive special investigation. 9.45 The Latest: Seven News. 10.15 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: Date With A Serial Killer – Rodney Francis Cameron. (MA15+av, R) A look at the case of Rodney Francis Cameron. 11.25 Autopsy USA: Chris Benoit. (MA15+adv) 12.25 Lipstick Jungle. (Mds, R) 1.25 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
7.00 The Block. (PGl) Hosted by Scott Cam and Shelley Craft. 8.30 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians. 9.30 9News Late.
10.00 See No Evil: A Crash, Not An Accident. (Mav) Documents the murder of Jorge Rodriguez. 11.00 The First 48: Tricked/ Rogue Gun. (Mal)
11.50 Transplant. (MA15+m) 12.40 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 GolfBarons. (PG, R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
panellists for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.
7.00 The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. (PGl) Hosted by Beau Ryan. 8.30 FBI. (Mdv) The team hunts for those responsible when a truck driver is murdered and the drug he was transporting goes missing. 11.30 The Sunday Project. (R) Joins panellists for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.
12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. Morning news and talk show, covering breaking news, politics, health, money, lifestyle and pop culture with Gayle King, Tony Dokoupil and Nate Burleson.
Croods: A New Age. (2020, PG) 6.30 MOVIE: War With Grandpa. (2020, PG) 8.30 MOVIE: The Suicide Squad. (2021, MA15+) 11.00 Gotham. 1am Love After Lockup. 2.30 Teen Titans
Monday, September 23
ABC News.
7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson. 8.00 Australian Story: Making Lachlan Murdoch Pt 3 – Power. A look at Lachlan Murdoch. 8.45 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program exposing scandals, firing debate and confronting taboos.
9.30 Media Watch. (PG) Presented by Janine Perrett.
9.50 Prisoner X. (Ml) A look at the story of Prisoner X. 11.20 ABC Late News. 11.35 The Business. (R) 11.55 Planet America. (R)
12.25 Grand Designs. (PG, R)
1.15 Love Your Garden. (R) 2.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Catalyst. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Michael Palin In North Korea. (R) Part 2 of 2.
8.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mls) Game show, featuring contestants tackling a words and numbers quiz. Hosted by Jimmy Carr.
9.25 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. (Mlns) Music-based pop culture quiz show, hosted by Greg Davies.
10.15 Have I Got News For You
U.S. Hosted by Roy Wood Jr.
11.05 SBS World News Late.
11.35 Suspect. (Malv)
12.05 Of Money And Blood. (MA15+dv)
2.00 The Spectacular. (Malv, R) 4.00 Make Me A Dealer. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour China 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) Cash takes a step back.
7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG, R) Lee Mack hosts a game show where contestants must answer increasingly obscure questions.
8.30 MOVIE: The Equalizer 2. (2018, MA15+v, R) A retired CIA black ops operative is forced back into action when his friend is killed while investigating a murdersuicide and he sets out to use his resources to find the culprit and get revenge. Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, Ashton Sanders.
11.00 To Be Advised.
12.45 The Event. (Mav, R) The White House is gripped by a power struggle.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 The Block. (PGl) Hosted by Scott Cam and Shelley Craft.
8.45 100% Footy. (M) Features the latest rugby league news, with exclusive insights from an expert panel.
9.45 Outback Opal Hunters. (PGl, R) The Boulder Boys try to keep their jobs with a last-ditch hunt to satisfy their mining partners.
10.45 9News Late.
11.15 La Brea. (Mav)
12.00 Transplant. (MA15+m)
12.50 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.40 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
3.35 Catalyst. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R) we can always trust them. 9.30 Dateline. A Japanese American Vietnam War veteran searches for the soldier who saved his life. 10.00 SBS World News Late. 10.30 The Point: Road Trip. (R) 11.30 Babylon Berlin. (MA15+s) 1.15 Illegals. (Malsv, R) 3.10 Make Me A Dealer. (PGl, R) 4.00 Peer To Peer. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
Seven Local News. Home And Away. falls into Claudia’s trap. My Kitchen Rules. Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel. The Rookie. (Mav) When a toddler is found at the scene of a crime, Nolan and Nune must decide what to do with him. 10.05 Made In Bondi. (Mal) A new girl enters the group. 11.10 Chicago Fire. (Return, Mav) Kidd and Herrmann fight over Ritter.
Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Wild Moments. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: The House In Nightmare Park. (1973, PG) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted
Wednesday, September 25
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson. 8.00 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (PG) Hosted by Shaun Micallef.
8.40 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG) Guy Montgomery and Aaron Chen put famous faces through their paces as they try to spell as best they can.
9.30 Planet America. Hosted by John Barron and Chas Licciardello.
10.00 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R) Hosted by Rob Brydon.
10.30 ABC Late News.
10.45 The Business. (R)
11.00 Austin. (PG, R)
12.00 Grand Designs. (R)
12.50 Killing Eve. (MA15+v, R)
1.30 Love Your Garden. (PG, R) 2.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Catalyst. (R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) Presented by Marc Fennell.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 The Great Killer Smog. (Ma) Part 1 of 2.
9.25 Miniseries: The Sixth Commandment. (Mal) Part 4 of 4. As the case comes to court, the victims’ families discover the truth of what happened.
10.30 SBS World News Late.
11.00 El Immortal: Gangs Of Madrid. (MA15+ds) José Antonio faces a difficult decision.
12.50 Wisting. (MA15+a, R)
2.35 Miniseries: Safe Home. (Mal, R)
3.35 Make Me A Dealer. (R)
4.25 Peer To Peer. (PGv, R)
4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven Local News.
6.30 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) Bree faces the consequences.
7.30 My Kitchen Rules. Teams take turns transforming an ordinary home into a restaurant.
9.05 Code Blue: One Punch Killers. (Madv) Takes a look at one-punch killings after there were a reported 82 deaths of this type across the UK over the past five years.
10.05 Talking Footy: Grand Final Special. A look at AFL news and analysis.
11.05 The Latest: Seven News.
11.35 Chicago Fire. (Mav)
12.35 Stan Lee’s Lucky Man. (MA15+av)
1.35 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
Built The World. 6.15 The Engineering That Built The World. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 MOVIE: The Current War. (2017, M) 10.25 MOVIE: Day Of The Dead. (1985, MA15+) 12.20am Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 7.30 The Zoo. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Harry’s Practice. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 I Escaped To The Country. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 The Zoo. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 The Inspector
6am Phil
7MATE (74) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Shortland St. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00
Tippett: Mad Dreams And Monsters. Continued. (2019, PG) 6.30 Every Day. (2018, PG) 8.20 The Caine Mutiny. (1954, PG) 10.35 Lean On Me. (1989, M) 12.35pm Breathless. (1960, M, French) 2.15 Widows’ Peak. (1994, PG) 4.10 Skating To New York. (2013, PG) 5.50 Without A Clue. (1988, PG) 7.50 Stockholm. (2018, M) 9.30 A Hard Day’s Night. (1964, PG) 11.10 Late Programs.
Thursday, September 26
10.50 Looking For Rembrandt. (PGa, R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Such Was Life. (R) 2.10 History Of Britain. (PGa, R) 3.00 Railway Journeys UK. (R) 3.35 Plat Du Tour. 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 Queen Victoria: Love, Lust And Leadership. (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 Australian Walks: The Bay Trail. (PG) Susie Youssef hits The Bay Trail.
8.25 National Parks From Above: Scotland. (Premiere, PGa) Takes a look at Cairngorms National Park in Scotland, a rugged expanse of mountains, forests and lochs.
9.20 Paris Has Fallen. (Premiere) The British embassy in Paris is attacked.
10.10 SBS World News Late.
10.40 Freezing Embrace. (MA15+av)
3.35 Catalyst. (R)
4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
12.20 Unbroken. (Malv, R) 2.55 Make Me A Dealer. (R) 3.45 Peer To Peer. (PG, R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 The Block. (PGl) Hosted by Scott Cam and Shelley Craft.
8.40 Human Error. (Mlv) After learning the hit man shot the wrong woman, Holly and her team race to identify the real target.
9.40 To Be Advised.
10.40 9News Late.
11.10 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (Mav) A spiritual leader is killed in a bombing.
12.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.00 Hello SA. (PG)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Thank God You’re Here. Hosted by Celia Pacquola. 8.40 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. (Maln) The jokers get convincing in a bakery, then get hopping mad at the zoo and bare all in the punishment. 9.10 Just For Laughs Australia. (MA15+ls, R) Stand-up comedy performances from Rhys Nicholson, Pax Assadi and Steph Tisdell. 9.40 Ambulance Australia. (Mlm, R) NSW Ambulance responds to an accident. 10.40 10’s Late News. 11.05 The Project. (R) 12.05 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
1.50 Wild Moments. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Not Now, Comrade. (1976, PG) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.40 Midsomer Murders.
9GO! (82, 93)
Hart Of Dixie. 1.00 Young Sheldon. 1.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 2.00 Bewitched. 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: Mad Max. (1979, MA15+) 10.30 Seinfeld. 11.30 The O.C. 12.30am Love Island UK. 1.30 Below Deck. 2.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Storage Wars. 10.30 American Restoration. 11.00 American Pickers. Noon Outback Truckers. 1.00 Deadliest Roads. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Storage Wars: TX. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Week 5. Carlton v North Melbourne. 9.15 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 11.15 Late Programs.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.35 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 2.00 Your Money & Your Life. (PG) 2.30 Coastwatch Oz. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Seven Local News.
6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) Perri goes into hiding.
8.30 The Front Bar: Grand Final Edition. (Ml) In the lead-up to the grand final, hosts Mick Molloy, Sam Pang and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.
10.00 Dan Muggleton: White And Wrong. (MA15+dls) Stand-up performance by Daniel Muggleton. 11.30 Air Crash Investigations: Taxiway Turmoil. (PGav, R)
7.30 RBT. (Mdl, R) A look at police random breath-test patrols.
8.30 MOVIE: Jason Bourne. (2016, Mav, R) An assassin is forced out of hiding when one of his old allies uncovers information about his past. Matt Damon, Tommy Lee Jones, Alicia Vikander.
10.55 9News Late.
11.25 The Equalizer. (Mav)
12.10 Resident Alien. (Mav) 1.00 Explore TV: Trade Routes Of The Middle Ages. (R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (PGl) Presented by Graeme Hall. 8.30 Gogglebox Australia. TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 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. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.55 The Project.
Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Grace. 10.30 Murdoch Mysteries. 11.30 Late Programs. 6am Danger Man. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 Skippy. 8.00 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 As Time Goes By. 3.10 Antiques Roadshow. 3.40 MOVIE: Don’t Bother To Knock. (1961, PG)
Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 The Inbestigators. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.30 The Wonderful World Of Puppies. 9.10 72 Cutest Animals. 9.40 Doctor Who. 10.25 Merlin. 11.10 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Motor Racing. FIA World Endurance C’ship. 6 Hours Of Fuji. H’lights. 1.05 Young Sheldon. 1.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 2.00 Bewitched. 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 Survivor 47. 9.00 MOVIE: The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo. (2011, MA15+) 12.10am Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 1pm Highway Patrol. 1.30 The Force: BTL. 2.00 Disasters At Sea. 3.00 Billy
PUZZLES
To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: each of the nine
columns, each of the nine horizontal rows and each of the nine 3 x 3 boxes. Remember, no number can occur more than once in any row, column or box.
ACROSS
1 Annoyers (5)
4 Settler (9)
9 Formula (7)
10 People who speak (7)
11 One who evens the score (7)
12 Greek conception of afterlife (7)
13 Arrived at a judgement (9)
15 Relating to audio equipment (2-2)
17 Declare to be true (4)
19 Not here (9)
22 Type of paint (7)
25 Wed (7)
26 Paraguayan monetary unit (7)
27 Whenever you like (7)
28 Conglomeration of fabric scraps (9)
29 Hankerings (5)
DOWN
1 Very small amount (8)
2 Irish speakeasy (7)
3 One who makes less progress than others (9)
4 One half of Oxbridge (9)
5 Supple (5)
6 ‘Not on your –!’ (5)
7 Local law enforcer (7)
8 Recommence (6)
14 Go ashore (9)
15 Common greeting question (3,3,3)
16 Indecency (8)
18 Green (7)
20 Preparing writing for publication (7)
21 End a phone call (4,2)
23 Indisposed (5)
24 Egyptian capital (5)
No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural nouns ending in “s”.
1 What is the capital of Guyana?
2 Paul Mescal (pictured) co-starred with Olivia Colman and Dakota Johnson in which 2021 film?
3 Which of the big cat species is typically the largest?
4 What protein is the main substance that makes up fingernails?
5 The Costume Institute Benefit is the formal name for which annual fashion event?
6 Name the 2018 novel by Trent Dalton that was adapted into a 2024 Netflix limited series.
7 Canon, Nikon and Olympus are well-known brands of what?
8 Which actor do the films MorningGlory, DoctorStrange and The Time Traveler’s Wife have in common?
9 Who painted the famous fresco The Creation of Adam?
10 Which Central American country is often referred to as ‘the land of lakes and volcanoes’?
Help our endangered ‘punk’
A unique turtle species, famed for its punk rocker hairstyle and wacky breathing ability, needs everyone’s help to survive.
The Mary River Turtle is now Critically Endangered, its future hanging in the balance.
The Australian Government released the new classification early this month.
The turtle is only found in the Mary River Catchment, which spans Sunshine Coast Council, Noosa Council, Gympie Regional Council and Fraser Coast Regional Council local government areas.
Adult turtles may grow algae on their head and shell, leading to the moniker of the “punk rocker turtle” with a green mohawk.
Most outlandish of all, they can stay underwater for up to three days by breathing through special glands inside their cloaca – their rear end.
Sunshine Coast Council runs the Mary River Turtle Protection Program.
The program partners with other councils, environment groups and landholders to remove invasive animals, conduct research and protect turtle nests.
Division 10 Councillor David Law said working with community groups increased the impact of the program.
“Here on the Sunshine Coast, we’re part of a community that cares about our native species and understands how our environment supports all of us,” Cr Law said.
“Working together to strengthen ecosystems in the Mary River Catchment is vital for protecting species like the Mary River Turtle.
“With the nesting season about to begin, this is
a critical time for the survival of this very special species.”
The BushCare Sunshine Coast program carries out bushland restoration along creeks providing habitat for the Mary River Turtle, working
with dedicated community volunteers.
Council manages 44 reserves in the Mary River Catchment area, including almost 600ha of land purchased through the Environment Levy.
Mary River Turtle eggs are buried in river-
banks, where they are vulnerable to invasive animals.
The invasive European red fox is the most common predator of turtle eggs, and there is evidence of feral pigs also engaging in this behaviour.
According to studies by Mary River Catchment Coordinating Committee, invasive animals eat up to 90 per cent of Mary River Turtle eggs.
Division 5 Councillor Winston Johnston urged landholders to get involved with Council’s invasive animal programs.
“If you have foxes on your property, we can help,” Cr Johnston said.
“That means improving safety for your pets and livestock and protecting all our native animals from this rampant predator.
“Council programs can also help with managing feral deer, feral pigs and wild dogs.”
Feral pigs and feral deer can destroy vegetation and erode riverbanks, impacting water quality and food supply for the river ecosystem.
Meanwhile, invasive plants such as cat’s claw creeper reduce habitat quality, smother plants or even restrict animal movement.
How you can help save the Mary River Turtle:
• Landholders can join Council’s programs to help manage foxes and other invasive species at your place.
• Landholders can join Land For Wildlife to help protect our biodiversity.
• Anyone can join BushCare groups to restore vegetation and remove weeds in the Mary River Catchment.
• You can report priority invasive plants and animals and remove them from your property.
A growing tradition at veterans appreciation lunches
This year, the Tewantin Noosa RSL has proudly hosted three Veterans Appreciation Lunches, each one building on the success of the last.
These lunches are much more than just a meal—they serve as a platform for veterans to come together in a relaxed and welcoming environment, where they can reconnect with old friends, make new ones, and share their stories.
The gatherings have created a sense of community and camaraderie, allowing veterans from different backgrounds and service experiences to bond over their shared sense of duty and service.
With each event, attendance has grown, reinforcing the need for spaces where veterans can feel understood and supported.
The next lunch will be held on Wednesday 30 October, and all veterans are welcome to attend.
The growing participation is a testament to the strong bonds within the veteran community, and the RSL encourages any veterans interested in attending to reach out.
These lunches also provide a fantastic opportunity to connect with local support groups like Veterans MMA, a Sunshine Coast-based charity
that helps veterans transition to a happier postmilitary life by offering a free martial arts community.
Veterans MMA is hosting its second annual 24-hour grapple charity event in November, where athletes will grapple for 24 hours straight to raise money for veterans—a fun and inspiring way to support those who have served.
Another attendee at the latest lunch, the Yandina 128ACU, is the only army cadet unit on the Sunshine Coast.
Yandina 128ACU is a youth development organisation operating within the Australian Army Cadets. Supported by the Army and local community, the unit provides a cost-effective way for teenagers to develop leadership skills and enjoy outdoor activities.
The Tewantin Noosa RSL is proud to support Legacy, Soldier On, Veterans MMA and Yandina 128ACU through its Community Support program. The Tewantin Noosa RSL Club looks forward to continuing these partnerships and to seeing more veterans at the next lunch.
The Mary River Turtle is now Critically Endangered. (Chris Van Wyk)
Veterans MMA is hosting its second annual 24-hour grapple charity event in November.
The next lunch will be held on Wednesday 30 October, and all veterans are welcome to attend. (Supplied)
Attendees at the Tewantin Noosa RSL Veterans Appreciation Lunch.
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AROUND THE CLUB
It was inspiring as well as informative to attend the third Agvention farm field day at Kandanga. ERLE LEVEY was there to look, listen and learn .
Young farmers inspired
By Erle Levey
The third Agvention regenerative farming field day proved to be a whole lot of fun as well as being informative and inspiring.
A variety of speakers attracted a full house at Kandanga Farm Store who were keen to look, listen and learn about new ideas in restoring soil health, biodiversity and sustainable farming methods.
Yet many of the ideas stem from older ways of caring for the land.
This included the reinforcement of the way the key to healthy crops, animals and consequently food, lies beneath our feet; the quality of the soil.
Tim Scott of Kandanga Farm Store said it was a good mix of speakers, who delivered so much new information.
That was part of the challenge for this year’s event - to remain fresh and relevant in order to build on past successes.
“What stood out was everyone who attended was into regen farming,’’ Tim said. “They were keen to look differently at the landscape, plants and animals.
“They were open to seeking different income streams, instead of spending money on things you can make money from.’’
What took many by surprise was the inspiring talk given by young farmers Genevieve Kane and Isaac Perina, who are among the 2024 scholarship recipients from the Lachlan Hughes Foundation (LHF).
Showing great maturity and knowledge, they
We are part of an inspiring group of people and making great friendships - they are from different parts of australia and with different skill sets. It has inspired us to attend more courses and work on our own knowledge: planning, data collection and time management.”
detailed their journey as two of the 10 participants selected for the 2024 LHF Program.
Genevieve grew up at Carters Ridge, in the Mary Valley, and Isaac at Maryborough. Their talk showed there is plenty of optimism from the young generation for a future on the land.
At the ripe age of 19 and in her second year of a photographic degree at Griffith University, Genevieve was a city slicker and vegan who was sent to the bush to document country life.
Remarkably, this included a few days at the Hughes family property at Dulacca where she met Lachlan.
This was before Lachlan’s tragic death in a farm accident.
Yet it was at this time Genevieve was introduced to the ethical production of food, and that time really inspired her to get involved in farming.
Established in 2019 by Philip and Adele Hughes in honour of their son Lachlan, the Hughes Foundation looks to continue his vision and passion for the development of regenerative agricultural practices for grazing lands.
He believed that it was possible to rebuild soils
and increase their sustainable productive capacity to withstand the variables of rainfall and that this in turn would revitalise rural communities and improve the economic sustainability of the industry.
Such was Genevieve’s belief in regen farming she decided to move to Emerald and undertake a Bachelor of Agriculture at Central Queensland University.
As a result she was catapulted into the channel country of Western Queensland, working at Cordillo Downs, between Innamincka and Birdsville.
Genevieve then moved to Durham Downs, a S. Kidman & Co property and one of the highest regarded grazing blocks in Australia.
That’s where she met Isaac, who had a similar story to her.
Growing up in Maryborough, he went from university in Brisbane then headed west to Naryilco, at Thargomindah, also owned by Kidman & Co.
He went on to be head stockman at Durham Downs, south of Windorah and along the Cooper Creek.
Genevieve went on to learn how to start horses under the guidance of Rusty Ferguson.
Together with Isaac, they were encouraged to apply for the Hughes Foundation scholarship, and at same time given a job at Dulacca Downs.
The scholarship entails mentoring with the group of other participants from throughout Australia. They come together every quarter for discussions and presentations from within the regen and agricultural sector.
It is about personal as well as practical development involving soil health, pasture management and the use of technology.
The amazing part of the Hughes Foundation is that such a tragedy can deliver a positive outcome … a living memorial that is growing year by year.
Both Genevieve and Isaac are incredibly grateful they have the chance to learn so much.
They can see their future and at the end of the scholarship will head out to implement things they have learned.
It is giving them opportunities for extra courses, given them contacts, and put them in touch with a group of inspiring people.
Mick Alexander of CQ Organics. (430352)
Mick Alexander of CQ Organics. (430352)
So far this year they have been given an understanding of the basis of sustainable soils, Isaac said.
They have also been shown a satellite imaging program telling how much feed is in a paddock.
“Based on satellite images, it is a really good tool to take guesswork out of pasture management,’’ Isaac said.
“Story telling and public speaking is another aspect the Lachlan Hughes Foundation focusses on.
“We are learning far more than expected.’’
As part of their year with the scholarship, participants are given a simple but effective project to undertake.
In this case, Genevieve and Isaac were given the task of rehabilitating an eroded gully on the Dulacca property.
They were to do it in such a way that the work could be maintained and upgraded over time.
The erosion gully was among trees and cattle grazed there intermittently in high density, Genevieve said, but due to the state of the soil whenever it rained the nutrition was lost.
“The paddock above it was farmed with monoculture crops so the hydrology had changed. This means the soil is dispersive and would crumble when water hit it.
“It’s dirt, not soil.
“The gully has been caused by uneven contour banks that have broken out at the lowest point and most degraded sections of the paddock.’’
At the start of year Genevieve and Isaac ran tests and found a maximum of five plant species found in all of their test quadrants.
The soil was seriously lacking in organic matter, fungal activity or any sort of root activity.
“We did infiltration tests and it took more than 20 minutes for an inch of water to seep into the soil.
“When we used a penetrometer we could only get it 1.5cm into the ground.
“That makes it hard for any plant roots to get down into the soil.’’
Isaac said they decided to graze cattle to impact the area - 60 head with high intensity graze through this and surrounding areas.
“We decided to include charcoal in our project, first by mixing it with canola to make it palatable and get the cows to eat it.
“They inoculate the charcoal with their gut biology and then it spreads into the soil.
“You effectively have microbiology and fungal activity in tiny homes in the soil, and that holds a lot of moisture.
“This was 30gm of biochar per head per day.
“We tried to get the lick mixture to last two days but it lasted two hours.’’
Another part of the project was bale grazing, Genevieve said, in which they used the technique to get the cattle into the erosion hole itself. In doing so they would break down the edges and the headwall cuts.
“We put the bales into chokepoints so, when
the cows were not in there, it would act as a bit of a barrier and store water.
“With 40mm of winter rain, we saw the banks breaking down, a barrier in the gully forming and storing some water. This resulted in the bales releasing nutrients, and there was some green growth as a result of mulch and some slow water.
“Under all the mulch you could see the fungal activity.
“We’ve come to realise that uneven contour banks take the soil away. They need to be level and slow.
“We intend to lay a bit more mulch and get carbon into the soil, then plant grass seed and get some roots into the soil.’’
The year has not just been about the project, Isaac said.
“It’s a vehicle for all of the things we are going to learn.
“We are part of an inspiring group of people and making great friendships - they are from different parts of Australia and with different skill sets.
“It has inspired us to attend more courses and work on our own knowledge: Planning, data collection and time management.
“Mostly its about being able to share our story and the changes taking place.’’
For Genevieve, it’s also about working on their own health, nutrition and mindset.
“That’s so important. We need to work on ourselves first and foremost before we can work on external things.
“It’s been life-changing for us.’’ LESSONS LEARNED
Agvention 2024 covered a lot, Kandanga Farm Store’s Amber Scott said.
This included gaining a new appreciation for weeds, trying to count dots and stars, pretending to be grass, and realising that sensitive design can restore landscape hydrology pretty quickly and economically.
Participants also learned how powerful livestock can be in contributing to ecosystem restoration, and learned that while there are no silver bullets with regenerative farming, there are plenty of tools to help.
Guest speakers included Brian Wehlburg of Inside Out Management, Mick Alexander of CQ Organics and naturopath Heidi Merika from Eumundi.
Then there was Ruby Earsman of Terra Firma Fertilisers, Hamish Andrews of Tarwyn Park Training at Kybong, the Creek Doctor Peter McAdam, Gerald Wyatt of Livestock Evaluation Services and Victoria Kane, who peer-reviewed scientific research into Rats Tail Grass as a potential human super food.
It was incredibly rewarding to see everyone gathered together, making connections, challenging paradigms and pushing boundaries, Amber said.
The fact remains: Healthy soil means healthy food, and that helps bring out the best in everyone.
Brian Wehlburg of Inside Outside Management. (430352)
Mick Alexander of CQ Organics with Nick Holliday of Belvedere Farm at Nanango. (430352)
Johan Kortenhorst of Myocum, NSW, and Gerald Wyatt of Classic Livestock Management, Maryborough. (430352)
Lachlan Hughes Foundation participants Genevieve Kane and Isaac Perina spoke passionately about regenerative farming. (430352)
Mick Alexander of CQ Organics gets some help to demonstrate photosynthesis. (430352)
Tim Scott and Brian Wehlburg. (430352)
GourMay, the month-long celebration of food in the Mary Valley, is gearing up for 2025 with the
on local food, people and their stories. ERLE LEVEY was at the meeting that looked at the way ahead for this festival.
Authenticity the foodie key
By Erle Levey
Enthusiasm and authenticity are driving the Mary Valley’s month-long celebration of food, GourMay, to an even brighter 2025.
A planning meeting at Kybong this month saw a very positive evening with lots of energy, interesting suggestions and great comment.
“The big takeaway from the evening is we are not doing too much wrong and we are heading in the right direction,’’ GourMay’s Malcolm Oakley said.
“The fact that we’ve had this meeting is an indication of the interest in the event and in seeing it continue.
“The success of GourMay 2024 was the mix of events on offer and we’re hoping to create a similarly interesting calendar.
“We want a calendar that has something for everyone – art, culture, music, education, humour, kids – and of course food.’’
The events could be a picnic, workshop, walk, talk, lunch, dinner, farm tour, treasure hunt, breakfast, paint and sip.
It must take place in the Mary Valley between May 1 and May 31, 2025, have a food element with the emphasis on local produce.
Festival Day will be Saturday, 10 May, at Imbil.
The launch of GourMay is scheduled for Saturday, 2 November, at Amamoor.
Sponsorships are being negotiated.
Slow Food Noosa will be involved, as their philosophy of food that is good, healthy and fair is in line with that of GourMay.
Mary Valley Rattler general manager Sherry
Authenticity is what we are aiming for. As much as I love celebrities, GourMay is about us.’’
Lowe said the historic railway organisation would be part of the festival.
“The Rattler team will be proud to be involved because our story is the story of the Mary Valleythe farmers, the producers, and the people.’’
While writers and musicians can find the second book or album hard to follow-up with another hit, the success of GourMay has had no trouble.
The first one in 2023 was new and exciting, capturing the attention of a good following.
the property.
The cooking presentations, competitions and demonstrations as part of festival day in Imbil were of such interest that people from out of the area - even interstate - are planning their holidays around GourMay, Malcolm said.
Admission $5 per day or $8 for 2 day pass. Kids under 15 free. Free parking. ATM on site. No Dogs please. Plant cloackroom & transport.
Guest Speakers both days. Free Kids workshops daily. Quality Stalls for all things Gradening and Lifestyle. Plenty of food and refreshments www.wondaigardenexpo.com.au
Malcolm said getting it off the ground was the hardest, considering how much effort was needed to organise events and encourage participation.
“I think that GourMay has shown that the second year was one of growth,’’ he said. “Now it is a matter of continuing that momentum.
“Thanks goes to those who hosted an event in 2024. Welcome to the Slow Food Noosa team who started this journey with us last year, and that their principles fit in nicely with those of GourMay.
“It’s a matter of looking back at what we did well, what can be improved, and then looking forward to 2025 with some new ideas.
“The calendar is important to decide what will be held, on what day and where.
“We had 25 events last year, at least 40 volunteers, and 15 not-for-profit groups represented at the festival day.
“It seems that those who came last year will want to come back.’’
A feature of GourMay is it caters for all lifestyles.
“People are looking for authentic experiences,’’ Malcolm said, “and the one thing they have been saying to me is there are lots of fabulous food events around the world, and a couple on our doorstep, but we are very much about our people. Our food produce.
“Authenticity is what we are aiming for. As much as I love celebrities, GourMay is about us.’’
The Walking with Macadamia tours have been highly popular and continue to attract a lot of interest.
Proving successful last year was the sunrise breakfast at John Tidy‘s avocado farm in Amamoor.
It captured the spirit of what GourMay is all about and caught the imagination of those who enjoyed local food at a breathtaking location on top of the hill overlooking the Mary Valley.
“People are prepared to come back and tell their friends.
“The beauty of the region is the variety of things we have here.
“There is lots of good content for discussion groups. There are some good stories to be told.’’ VISION FOR THE VALLEY
For GourMay’s Malcom Oakley, it’s simply a matter of being passionate about something that gives him such energy to help organise the month-long event.
“We feel that it’s something worthwhile and creates a good sense of community … there’s a feel-good factor of the community achieving something together.
“For me, it’s also because we are four villages and there’s that sense of belonging together.’’
Having parents who were very involved in supporting the community has given Malcolm a strong sense of purpose.
“We grew up on an island in the south of England - the same as MasterChef Gary Mehigan.
“Mum and dad were very involved in their community in different ways. So it’s sort of something that’s in our family that makes us want to do these things.’’
With a background in catering in Sydney over many years Malcolm was keen to celebrate what the Mary Valley has to offer.
“The momentum has snowballed with more people becoming involved.
“Instead of a celebrity chef from other parts of Australia we want to celebrate the talent that we have here ... and that sums it up
“We don’t want to be like other events but will take elements from them.
“We’ve said it’s all about us - there’s enough people here and all sorts of different stories to tell, so it’s not the same each year - the same, but different.’’
The Rail Trail evening was also popular and a second event is being considered.
The Slow Food Noosa film with food night at Kandanga was praised for the nature of the event, as well as the focus on local produce prepared and presented by a passionate band of volunteers.
Forage Farms saw 80-100 people attend the farm for a tour that included discussion on natural sequence farming to build soil health, increase biodiversity and retention of water on
For John and Julia Tidy of Amamoor being involved with GourMay was only natural.
They have farmed their organic avocado property for 21 years and see GourMay as a way of bringing the Valley together.
“There’s so much produce - vegetables and crops in the Valley,’’ John said. “It’s one of the food bowls of Queensland.’’ John and Julia have been part of the festival from the start.
Their sunrise breakfast last year went really well, John agreed.
Festival Day at Imbil. (Leeroy Todd: 429637)
“Everyone gathered at 5.15am and we walked up hill, talked about the avocados, the organic and biodynamic principles at our place.
“We had some of the best views you could imagine, and people are are eager to do it again this year.’’
The menu comprised of local eggs from Bunya Grove Farm, bacon from Mary Valley Smallgoods, sourdough from Jeremiah’s Crust at Carters Ridge, Montville Coffee and home-made chutney by Julia.
SUPPORTING FARMERS
Amber and Tim Scott of Kandanga Farm Store have been one of the main supporters of GourMay since its inception.
“We’re all about local food production,’’ Amber said. “We’re here to help farmers and growers to produce food that’s organic and regenerative.
“That’s the way to have the healthiest people, the healthiest landscape, the healthiest animals … so GourMay is a perfect fit to celebrate what’s grown locally and what’s in our backyard.
“Of course we wanted to be involved - and help in telling the stories of where food comes from. That’s really really important to us.
“We have to get away away from this idea that food is a commodity because it’s not.
“The food we eat is the most important decision we make on a day-to-day basis. We need to know where the food comes from, knowing the stories of where it comes from and the people behind it.
“That is so important. We need to know what the farmer believes in, and then you can support the farmers who share your values.
“It comes back to you are what you eat.’’ In the past, Kandanga Farm Store has hosted
long lunches, dinners, farm tours, picnics in the paddock ... even workshops for baking sourdough and sausage making.
So what’s in store for 2025?
“Watch this space,’’ Amber said. “We’ll do a farm tour again because it’s about fulfilling our vision of educating people and connecting with the landscape, and where their food comes from. The people behind it, the people who are managing it.
“It’s not just about eating fine food, it’s about doing the walk then enjoying the meal.’’
Indeed, GourMay is proving popular because of its individuality and the genuine reason for becoming established. Members of the different communities are looking forward, once again, to meeting local producers and artisans then sharing in the many small pleasures that the comingtogether over food brings.
FESTIVAL LAUNCH
It is proposed the launch event for GourMay will be held at the Village Green at Amamoor on the evening of Saturday, 2 November.
The evening will be about people from the Mary Valley community getting together to enjoy good conversation, as well as food, refreshments and entertainment by local vendors, producers and musicians/performers.
The Mary Valley Rattler is expected to be running a train to the event from Gympie with participation from Slow Food Noosa members presenting and discussing their produce.
To apply to be involved in GourMay or to host an event: https://www.gourmaymaryvalley.com.au/application-forms.html
To discuss any potential event call 0405 105 702?.
The Village Green Cafe at Amamoor. (324544)
The Walking With Macadamias tours are always popular. (377119)
Slow Food Noosa’s Rod Lees met up with Dani Bragagnolo and Tami Okazaqui of Slow Food Bangkok at GourMay 2024. (410405)
Jodie Boulenaz of Andres Bakhaus showed how to make sourdough bread at GourMay 2024. (410405)Peter Wolfe’s cooking demonstration proved popular. (410405)
Festival Day at Kandanga. (Leeroy Todd: 429637)Cooking competitions and displays proved popular. (Leeroy Todd.: 29637)John Tidy of Amamoor. (430352)
The Mary Valley at Amamoor. (429637)
Sunrise breakfast at John Tidy Organics at Amamoor as part of the 2024 GourMay Festival. (429637)
The Mary Valley Rattler at Amamoor Railway Station. (429637)
‘She
Sings for the Sistas’ coming to Noosa
The Noosa community will come together for an unforgettable night of music, fun, and fundraising at the She Sings for the Sistas event on 1 November.
Hosted by local business leader and breast cancer survivor Naomi Oyston of Shine Executive, this all-women singalong event will transform Noosa into a pink-filled celebration of women, community, and support for those impacted by breast cancer.
Timed to coincide with the Noosa Triathlon Pink Breakfast Fun Run, this unique event will be held at 4 Pines Noosa, offering women the chance to let their hair down, connect with one another, and sing the night away in support of a vital cause.
With a fundraising goal of $10,000, all proceeds from the evening will be donated to the McGrath Foundation to help fund breast care nurses who provide essential support to individuals and families affected by breast cancer.
Naomi, a survivor of aggressive Triple Negative Breast Cancer in 2018, knows firsthand the importance of community during the most challenging times.
“This event is not only a joyful celebration of our health and happiness here in Noosa but also an opportunity to give back to the community that supported me through my own journey,” she said.
“Together, we can raise much-needed funds and show love, respect, and support for those impacted by breast cancer.”
During the evening, breast cancer survivors will be honoured for their courage, strength, and resilience, and there will also be a heartfelt tribute to those who have lost their lives to the disease.
The highlight of the evening will be the singalong led by Lucy Ravenwood of She Sings, supported by DJ Beverly Thrills.
Lucy’s singalong events are renowned for their inclusive, joyful atmosphere, where no singing experience is required—just an open mind and an open heart. With lyrics displayed on-screen, attendees will enjoy singing along to beloved hits, making it a night to remember.
Lucy, who has been entertaining Sunshine Coast women since 2020, is passionate about using music to unite communities. Her events have supported a variety of causes, and she’s thrilled to bring her energy to She Sings for the Sistas in support of the McGrath Foundation.
Eventdetails:
• Date: 1 November
• Location: 4 Pines Noosa
• VIP Exclusive Entry 5:45pm – 10pm: $130
Includes early entry, a delicious dinner with wine, a Pink Party Pack, a group photo, an entry into the exclusive prize draw, and more.
• General Admission: 7:15pm – 10pm: $65 Includes a welcome drink and a donation to the McGrath Foundation.
To purchase tickets visit: trybooking.com/ CUUCZ
Capturing the landscape
Tony Coles is an acclaimed, professional Sunshine Coast-based artist, intrigued by the mystery of creating a visual language.
His latest solo exhibition offers a captivating collection of abstract landscapes in oil paint featuring some notable local landforms.
A recurring subject for Coles is the dynamic meeting place of landform and sea.
This virtual place is where visions both real and imagined are reconstructed.
The balancing of elemental forms such as headlands, clouds and hills and the everchanging light conditions inform his work.
Coles’ solo exhibition ‘where light falls’, running 16 September until 7 October is the latest local solo exhibition of his work since the new gallery space opened at Access Crescent in 2017 (formerly Cool Art Picture Framing Gallery on Beach Road, Coolum).
The gallery is open for public viewing six days a week, 9-5 Tuesday - Friday, 9-2 Monday and Saturday. See the gallery website for details of upcoming exhibitions and events.
For more information visit coolartgallery.com.au/gallery or contact the gallery directors Joe and Erin (07) 5471 7366.
Sky Window, Tony Coles, Oil on canvas, 152 x 101 cm. (Supplied)
Local business leader and breast cancer survivor Naomi Oyston. (Supplied)
Naomi Oyston. (Supplied)
Guy Noble is back
Renowned musical maestro and fabulous funnyman, Guy Noble, is returning to Noosa for a funfilled show at The J on 26 September.
Tickets open
Tickets are now on sale for Katie Rose Cottage Hospice’s inaugural Melbourne Cup Spring Lunch and Fashion Show at Peppers Noosa Resort and Villas on Tuesday 5 November.
Presented in partnership with major sponsor John Madill Toyota, and supported by Peppers Resort and Villas Noosa, Champagne Laurent-Perrier and Gathered Wine, the event is an important fundraiser for the local palliative care hospice, that provide around the clock care, for those facing endof-life in the community at this world-class facility.
Get set to join in the fun this Melbourne Cup Day, wearing just a Splash of Blue for Katie Rose Cottage, while enjoying a flutter on the race with Sweeps, Fashions on the Field, and help raise vital funds.
Emceeingtheday,willbelarger-than-life Hot91.1’s popular breakfast radio presenter Sam Coward, who is sure to bring plenty of laughs to the occasion.
The event will also feature a fashion parade featuring popular local clothing brands Wacker Clothing Company and Matilda COVE, to be compered by Noosa fashionista Carlie Wacker.
There will also be raffles, and a silent auction on the day, plus, you can dance the afternoon away, with DJ and musician Dave West Music, as the sun sets over Noosa.
Guy also gave a marvellous concert at Berardo’s Restaurant titled Off the Air which raised money for the Zonta Club of Noosa. During this show he did an hilarious immersive version of Phantom of the Opera involving “willing” audience members.
So….. what’s in store for Guy’s 26 September show at The J? Although titled Guy Noble’s Very
Noosa audiences will no doubt remember Guy who was the MC extraordinaire for the opening nights of several Noosa Food & Wine Festivals. As well as conducting the orchestra, Guy kept the audience in stitches with his madcap antics and jokey asides. Who would forget him doing the Can Can Polka with a chicken carcass (borrowed from Maggie Beer) whilst still conducting the orchestra?
Who’s who in the rainforest
Our next Friday Forum will be a truly special day with a children’s workshop. Join award-winning author Dr Sarah Pye, author of Wildlife Wong and the Fig Wasp, and learn about the inhabitants of the rainforest, from sun bears and orangutans to one of the tiniest unsung heroes. With a new appreciation for the importance of biodiversity, teams will build a quadrat (a grid which scientists use to count flora and fauna) then head outside as citizen scientists to use it. Who knows what they will find! This hands-on workshop is suitable for children from six-14 years old who must be accompanied by an adult.
Award-winning author (and avid traveller) Dr Sarah Pye met Malaysian ecologist Dr Wong in 2012. She asked what she could do to help him save the rainforest.
He replied, “do what you do best”. Those five powerful words sparked a Doctor of Creative Arts degree, an enduring friendship, and a series
of Wildlife Wong narrative nonfiction chapter books, each which include a real-life adventure story, cool animal facts, and experiments.
Sarah visits schools and presents at literary festivals both nationally and internationally with her engaging presentations and workshops, and she is often joined by her puppet side-kick, Pongo the orangutan. Sarah’s books will be available for sale, payable by credit card.
Join the Friday Forum on 27 September at the Noosa Parks Association Environment Centre, 5 Wallace Drive, Noosaville with morning tea available at 10-10.25 am and then the workshop starting at 10:30 am. Entry is free, but a donation of $5 by tap and go at the door would be greatly appreciated.
Join the bird observers at 8.30am in the carpark for interpretive birding.
For more information: noosaparks.org.au
Serious Guide to Classical Music you can be assured it will be anything but serious.
A virtuoso on the piano, Guy will be tinkling the ivories and sharing some titillating anecdotes about various well known composers and musicians. He will be joined by special guest, infamous opera singer, Ophelia Ciabatta.
Tickets are selling fast so don’t delay. For more information on the evening and to purchase your tickets, visit thej.com.au/guy-noble/
Tables of 10, so gather your friends, start planning your outfits, and get set for a fun day of food, fashion and fillies, all for a fabulous cause. Tickets cost $195 per person, and include a welcome drink and canapes on arrival, plus a sumptuous two-course lunch, wine on the table.
Book now at events.humanitix.com/ katie-rose-melbourne-cup-lunch Event details: Tuesday 5 November, 11.30am - 3pm, Peppers Noosa Resort and Villas, Viewland Drive, Noosa Heads.
UNCOVER THE LAYERS OF NOOSA AT THE MEETING OF LAND AND SEA. WELCOME TO YOUR NEW HOME IN THE HEADLANDS. GATHER, DRINK, DINE
SUNNY COASTAL KITCHEN
Dr Sarah Pye. (Amber Grant)
Guy conducts the orchestra with spoon and whisk at the Noosa Food and Wine Festival in 2012. (Supplied)
Jazz concert to return
Noosa Jazz Club’s popular Thursday afternoon concerts at The Majestic Theatre Pomona return on 26 September with an exciting program of Latin Jazz that blends the sounds of Italy with those of Latin America.
Eddie Gazani, a fine guitarist, singer, composer, and master of the Brazilian/Italian cross-genre musical genre, was born in Rio de Janeiro and spent much of his youth in Italy.
Italian-born Roberto Fontana makes his trumpet speak with his mellifluous, well-crafted sound and exciting solos.
At the same time, Kay Sullivan demonstrates her sophisticated empathy with Brazilian and popular European music on her Italian Scandalli accordion.
Vocalist Grace Rigby has a natural talent for singing Latin songs, while musical director Peter Freeman underpins each performance with his dynamic bass.
The music starts at 1.00 pm and the doors open at 12 noon. For more information, phone 0478 256 245 or email info@noosajazzclub.com. To book your ticket, go to noosajazzclub.com
Nico Iaia, originally from Brindisi, Southern Italy, plays unpretentious, motivating percussion and lends his rich vocals to several of the songs in the repertoire.
From singing and bush care to service clubs and art, there are a wide variety of groups in Noosa. ARTS AND CRAFTS
Workshops:
Learn to knit with Irene Baker-Finch: Wednesdays 1-3pm Energise your Painting with Trevor Purvis: November 2 & 3 - 9am to 4pm.
Christmas market - November 15 - 17 - 9am to 3pm daily Noosa Shire Arts & Crafts Association is a centre for creativity, learning & friendship. New members welcome. Visit our Gift Shop. Disabledfriendly access. Tel: 07 5474 1211; Visit noosaartsandcrafts.org.au 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 4th Thursday 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 27 September – Martin Bradbury – Bendigo Bank – Scam Awareness - TALK CANCELLED Friday 11 October – Noosa Council – Get Ready!Disaster Resilience and Recovery 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
CLASSICAL MUSIC GROUP
We meet every Thursday from 2-4pm in a private home in Noosaville. Why not give us a try? We either watch a Classical Music DVD or listen to Classical Music CDs. There is no charge but I do appreciate a $2 donation for afternoon tea or coffee and biscuits. We are a friendly group who would love to welcome you. Phone Lyn 5449 0537 for more details.
WOMEN’S AUXILIARY
The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa RSL Women’s Auxiliary will be held on Friday 4 October at 10.30am at the Royal Mail Hotel. All members and friends welcome. Phone Kay 5447 5042. RED CROSS
Tewantin-Noosa Red Cross Branch invite you to attend a Fashion Show at The Forum Laguna Estate, Lake Weyba Drive, Noosaville on Friday 11 October at 10.30am. Tickets $28 includes light lunch. More information contact Sue: 0438802931
or Sandy: 0411869836. Proceeds to fund Australian Red Cross projects. Branch meeting will be on Friday 20 September. Doors open 10am followed by meeting. All welcome.
ORCHID SOCIETY
Noosa District Orchid and Foliage Society welcomes visitors and members to its monthly meeting Saturday 5 October, at 1pm,Tinbeerwah Hall. Visitors can attend two meetings for free before joining. (Meetings are held first Saturday of each month Feb-Nov) and our Spring Orchid Show is 13-14 September, Cooroy Memorial Hall as we celebrate 40 years of meetings and shows. For more information visit noosaorchidsociety.com.
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HERITAGE CENTRE OPEN DAY
The public is invited to an Open Day plus plants and jams sale at the Heritage Centre at 17 Emerald Street, Cooroy, on Saturday 21 September from 8am-12,30pm to be followed by a presentation on family history at 1 pm by guest speaker Pauleen Cass.
Pauleen Cass has been researching her family history since 1986 and remains obsessed with the joys of discovering new family information and sharing it with family. In 2003 she published her Kunkel family history, Grassroots Queenslanders: the Kunkel family which was the winner of the 2004 Alexander Henderson Award (AIGS) and joint winner of the 2004 QFHS Queensland Family History Book Award. In 2006 she gained an Advanced Diploma in Local Studies by online study through Oxford University. She took the leap into the blogging world in 2009 and writes about family history as well as her interests in East Clare and Dorfprozelten emigrants to Australia. The centre is run by the Cooroy-Noosa Genealogical and Historical Research Group.
Opening Hours: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays 9.30am-1pm. Phone 3129 0356.
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
PROBUS 2010
Noosa Probus 2010 is a great club for retired men and women who love going on bus trips, having coffee, lunches, dinners, weekly walks, yoga, theatre, garden outings and more. Meetings are held at Lawns (Tewantin Noosa Bowls Club) 65 Hilton Tce., Tewantin on the second Tuesday of the month at 9am. Enquiries Win 0481 397 272.
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 veggievil-
lage.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 (0422 485 482) Georgina, Physio-led exercise (0490 444 255) Emily, Speech Therapy voice and choir (0400 037 901) Edwina. Call Ann for an info pamphlett on 0458 009 601. Parkinsons Group meets the third Friday of each month at Noosa Tewantin Bowls Club at 10.30am for information and lunch. You need to stay active and socialise to help deal with the symptoms.
LIONS CLUB NOOSA HEADS
Want to make friends and assist the community?
We are a small, friendly club who will celebrate our 50th year soon. We need people to assist us with the Noosa Tri later on in the year. We have varied activities and projects to raise funds to assist the local community. We meet the the Tewantin RSL. Please phone Keetha 0421 250 614 to enquire.
COMMUNITY GARDEN
The Noosa Community Garden is back in full swing attracting a lot of new members. “Our mission is to create a place of positive impact through a community garden in a relaxed, social and sustainable environment through growing together“. Our summer gardening hours are Friday 7.3010am. After harvest which is shared amongst the gardeners, we enjoy a chat over a cuppa. Further details please call Erika 0409 300 007.
FABULOUS 60S PLUS
We are a fun, friendly, seniors social group. We welcome couples and singles to join us for morning coffee every Tuesday at the Noosa Marina wine bar Tewantin, from 10am and every Thursday at the Boathouse on the Noosa River from 10 am. We also have a monthly program of lunches, dinners, picnics, walks and other fun activities. Contact Joan on 0419517869 for more details.
PHOTO CLUB
We meet on the second Monday of each month at Uniting Church Hall, 6 Grasstree Court Sunrise Beach at 7pm. The club comprises all levels of expertise form novice to professional. The night comprises a guest speaker, supper and our monthly critique of member’s work. Visitors wel-
NATIONAL PARK VOLLIES
Join us at the Noosa National Park Visitor Information Centre as a volunteer. For many years, the Noosa Parks Association has managed the centre on behalf of QPWS, guiding and educating visitors about Noosa National Park, while offering refreshments and souvenirs. Proceeds allowed NPA to jointly fund the acquisition of the Yurol/ Ringtail plantation forestry for conservation purposes. We offer a choice of 3 shifts: from 8:30am to 12:30pm, from 12:30pm to 4:30pm and from 10am to 2pm.Roles include leaders and helpers. Parking is available for volunteers who drive, and the centre operates 364 days a year, 7 days a week. If you would like to know more, please contact Dave at nnp@noosaparks.org.au.
BEETHOVEN, MOZART & CO
Last year we launched a New Circle inviting all Enthusiasts of Classical Music to experience their favourite programs on a Big Screen with a Fantastic Sound System in a great setting at the Noosa U3A each Wednesday 10am-12pm. Interested? Call Barry on 0478 837 708, who is looking forward to chatting with you or email barry.henze@ gmail.com
Tewantin- Noosa Meals on Wheels
Weekly roster for Tewantin- Noosa Meals on Wheels beginning Monday 23 September.
Monday Drivers: Driver required for A Run, Darryl, Jim B, Geoff, Joy, Lorraine, Jason, Robyn, Judy and Eileen Kitchen: John
Tuesday Drivers: Laguna, Lin, Tania and Friends, Penny, Driver needed for E Run, Barani and Peter, Carlee, Simone, Bill and Cecily
Kitchen: Chris, Ann
Wednesday Drivers: Christina, Council, Alan and Cynthia, Kevin, Everlyn and Mary, Catherine and Trevor, Simone, John and Helen, Bronwyn and Nick Kitchen: Denise, Chris, John, Jerry, Christina
Thursday Drivers: Melanie, Driver needed for B Run, Ray Z, Donna and Julie, Margo and Jim, Driver needed for G Run, Ian, Anne P, Andrew, Sharon and Mal Kitchen: Donal, Vicki, Claire, Michael
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.
Catch jazz at the Majestic. (Supplied)
Orchid society’s blooming
By Margie Maccoll
The queue when they opened the door to the Noosa District Orchid and Foliage Society’s 40th anniversary spring orchid show last Friday wound half way down Cooroy’s Maple Street, so keen were people to see it, and no one was disappointed in the display.
“This would have to be the best show we’ve ever had,“ society president Trevor Cook said.
“We’re blown away by the number of flowers. A lot of growers said that dry spell we had a little while ago burnt a lot of their plants or brought them on too soon, we thought, will we have enough to fill the hall, but we had to squeeze them in on the tables.“
Trevor said plants were contributed from their own members as well as neighbouring clubs, the Nambour club, Gympie club, Peregian club and even the guys from Glasshouse Mountains brought theirs up.
The display contained a variety of species from ones like dendrobiums that grow well locally to others like Cattleyas that used to be a common corsage flower, Vanda orchids that prefer tropical climates and Slipper orchids that prefer cooler weather.
“The soft cane dendrobium are spectacular,“ Trevor said.
“They’re relatively easy to grow and very popular with people buying them. We sold out most of them in half an hour.
’Slipper orchids tend to be in cooler climates. They’re very popular in Melbourne and Sydney, but difficult up here to grow, but we have lovely display here.“
The orchids were judged in their different categories before judges selected grand champions from those.
The society will celebrate their 40th anniversary at a special dinner for members later in the year with one of the founding members in 1984, Joyce Cunningham, special guest at the occasion.
Trevor Cook shows off one the society’s grand champion orchids at their 40th anniversary spring show.
(Rob Maccoll)
Cattleya orchids at the show.
Attendees explore the different varieties of orchids.
Dendrobium orchids provided a stunning display at the show.
Crowd cheers athletes
By Abbey Cannan
Noosa Council and Sunshine Coast Council hosted the region’s official athletes welcome home celebration on Tuesday 17 September at Foundation Square park in Maroochydore.
Noosa Mayor Frank Wilkie said, “Each of us understand that tens of thousands of people aspire to be an Olympic standard athlete but only a very select few make it to the Games.”
“So just as your medal haul was extremely impressive, the fact that you were even there is an extraordinary achievement in its own right.
“So we’re here to pay tribute to your tenacity, your talent, your persistence, your grit, and your performance over in Paris. Because you have truly made each and everyone one of us proud.”
Paralympic track cyclist Korey Boddington won a gold medal and a Games record in the C4C5 1000m time trial in his Paralympic Games debut.
Telling his story to Paralympics Australia journalist Gennie Sheer, Korey said he was playing cricket when he was 11 with his mates at Alexandra Headland when he hit a ‘six and out’ and ran across the road to retrieve the ball only to be hit by a van with a bull bar. Some local surf lifesavers intervened to save his life before he was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
A few years later he crashed during a motocross race, sustaining a brain injury that put him in a coma for several weeks and caused his loss of shoulder function.
Despite all of this, Korey has achieved greatness while wearing a smile on his face.
“How good is this Sunshine Coast? Thanks for showing up,” he said to the crowd in Maroochydore.
“I still feel like I’m sleeping. You know when you’re sleeping and then you have a really good dream and you wake up? Well mine’s still going and I’m having a great time.”
Korey collected a bronze medal in the mixed team sprint C1-5.
“The individual gold was unbelievable because it’s all your hard work coming together and paying off. The team bronze was just doing it with the boys and coming together and working as a team... it was unreal,” he said.
“The French were so loud, they were going crazy and then when I crossed the line they just went dead silent. I definitely silenced the crowd.”
He had some words of encouragement for the kids saying, “I was just like you kids sitting here, well maybe over at Cotton Tree because this wasn’t here. If I can do it, all of you can do it, that’s
for sure.”
Local Olympian Duncan Armstrong led the welcome home ceremony to an excited and proud crowd.
“Queenslanders contributed to its largest contingent of athletes with 142 representing Australia in the Paris Olympics out of the 460 Paris Olympians,” Duncan said.
“Now Queenslanders competed in 29 sports and won medals in 10 of them. Forty Queenslanders won medals, 17 of them won a medal on their Olympic debut. Our state recorded the most gold with 11 out of the 18 won by Aus-
tralia. Simply incredible stuff.
“At the Paras in Paris, 49 Queenslanders competed for us in the Aussie team of 160. Twentyeight Queenslanders won medals in five different sports, with nine of those medals being won by first time Paralympians. The talented team equalled Queensland’s highest overall medal tally this century.”
Families had the chance to meet and greet their local heroes and enjoyed a free BBQ thanks to the Mooloolaba Lions Club.
The event was produced by Sunshine Coast Council and Noosa Council in conjunction with
the Australian Olympic Committee and Paralympics Australia.
Although Noosa’s golden girl Alexa Leary couldn’t make it to the event, she spoke to ABC journalists when touching down back in Australia.
“I’m feeling so good. I’m really proud of myself and I just love the fact that my family and my boyfriend came with me because it just made it even better,” Alexa said.
“It’s still just trying to sink in my head that I did it. That’s a big thing that I’ve wanted since I was little. So I just couldn’t believe that I had done it.”
Sunshine Coast’s best athletes singing the National Anthem.
Noosa Mayor Frank Wilkie said and Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli with local Olympians and Paralympians.
Olympians welcomed home
By Margie Maccoll
More than 30 Olympians and Paralympians joined distinguished guests including Noosa sporting icon, eight-time Olympic medallist Dawn Fraser at Maroochydore Surf Club Monday night to celebrate the 40th anniversary welcome home for Olympians and Paralympians.
Among the guests were local politicians, former Brisbane Lord Mayor Sallyanne Atkinson who led the Brisbane bid for the 1992 Olympics, a move attributed to gaining the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games, members of the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) and several Sunshine Coast Olympians from the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics.
Master of Ceremonies sports broadcaster John McCoy and 1980 Moscow Olympic boxer Benny Pike who initiated welcome home celebrations in 1984 presented awards to 2024 Paris Games Olympians and Paralympians, their chef de mission, coaches and support staff at the Sunshine Coast Region 2032 Sport Legacy Taskforce-hosted event.
When Benny Pike returned from the Moscow Olympics in 1980 there was no welcome at all for returning athletes.
Benny decided “that’s not good enough, we have to do something more” so in 1984 five Sunshine Coast athletes were welcomed home.
The committee this year decided his efforts couldn’t go unheralded, presenting him with a special award.
Benny said in 1984 the Sunshine Coast was the first region to welcome home its Olympic and Paralympic athletes and it’d “been a pleasure to be involved”.
The Sunshine Coast 2024 Paris Games list included Olympic athletes Peyton Craig, Ella Connolly, canoeists Alyce Wood, Aly Bull, Ally Clarke, cyclist Kristina Clonan, Rugby 7 player Dominique Du Toit, open water swimmers Chelsea Gubecka, Nick Sloman, swimmers Kyle Chalmers, Isaac Cooper, Sam Short, Lani Pallister, Abbey Connor, Alexandria Perkins, Zac Incerti, Jamie Perkins, Kaylee McKeown, skateboarder Haylie
Special presentations on the night included the Clint Robinson Best Sunshine Coast Olympic Performance Trophy which was awarded to Gold Medal swimmer Kaylee McKeown who has been named Swimmer of the Year. The award was accepted by her mother Sharon who urged people in appreciating how much work they do to support the athletes whether they come first or last.
The Brendan Burkett Best Sunshine Coast Paralympic Performance Trophy was presented to Paralympic Gold and Silver medallist Callum Simpson.
Athletes were humble in receiving their awards and thanked supporters and family members for helping them achieve their success.
Callum Simpson summed it up his experience saying, “It’s been amazing. I can’t wait for LA,” he said.
Sallyanne Atkinson told the audience it should be no surprise the Sunshine Coast was home to such sporting excellence with greater interest expected with the approaching 2032 Brisbane Games.
“Just look at this beautiful land, it’s absolutely made for growing wonderful sports and wonderful achievers,” she said.
Ms Atkinson said while her Brisbane bid for the 1992 Games came in third after Paris to Barcelona it gave the country the confidence to keep going, resulting in the 2000 Sydney Games.
“We were always waiting,” she said. “We always knew Brisbane and South-East Queensland would get the Games.
“It’s a wonderful experience the Olympics. The Olympic spirit is something that really does raise a country.”
Olympic Gold Medal swimmer Jamie Perkins and Benny Pike.
Paralympic Gold and Silver medal swimmer Callum Simpson receives the Brendan Burkett Best Sunshine Coast Paralympic Performance Trophy.
Olympic Gold Medal swimmer Lani Pallister and Benny Pike. (Rob Maccoll)Open water Olympian Nick Sloman and Benny Pike.
Olympians Dawn Fraser and Benny Pike. (Rob Maccoll)Former Brisbane Lord Mayor Sallyanne Atkinson.Olympic swimmer Alexandria Perkins and Benny Pike.
Gone Fishing Gardiner
Fisheries
Rainbow Beach
Beach fishing prime time
By Drew Gardiner
School holidays have arrived bringing with them warm North Westerly winds that will make the beaches on Fraser, Rainbow and Teewah Beaches fire.
Currently the mudlow rocks are easily passable 3 hours both sides of low tide with good access so it will be a great week for beach travel.
Although not the ideal wind for heading wide offshore, the NW wind will flatten the swell on shore encouraging species such as tailor, mulloway and pelagics to wander within casting distance of the shore.
Mulloway have definitely been making appearance around the current full moon with multiple catches reported from the sink holes at Inskip point and the coffee rock patches along the coloured sands stretch of Rainbow Beach.
Big bunches of beach worms presented on a single 7/0 hook along with tailor flesh baits have been working best.
Tailor are currently out of control on Fraser’s eastern beaches. 2024 has definitely cemented its self as one of the best years over the last decade for targeting them.
This weeks NW winds will bring them in thick and 30-50g lures such as the legendary Halco Twisty, Samaki Torpedos and TT Hardcore metals will definitely get you into them.
Dawn and dusk will produce best results with baits.
Fresh garfish, flesh baits of mack tuna and bonito and quality pilchards will do best.
If your not heading over the island other great place’s to chase them include the oaks at Inskip point, middle rock along Rainbow Beach and the northern gutters of Teewah beach.
If putting the tinny for a run, flathead and whiting have been in great numbers especially
on the flats inside pelican bay, around bullock point and the mouth areas of snapper and teebar creeks.
Some exceptional mud crabs have also been potted with a few almost nudging the 2kg mark.
On the current higher moon tides it’s definite-
ly worth getting a feed for the holidays.
Those venturing offshore this week id recommend staying close with in the 4-6mile vicinity to escape the NW.
There’s been great Snapper, Jew, Pearlies, cod and sweetlip of late in this vicinity. Fish light and if you cant get them to bite consider dropping down a soft plastic like the Berkley Gulp 6.5” Nemesis.
Sometimes sending a plastic down can turn them on.
If you’re looking for a bit of excitement, consider trying your hand at trolling for Spanish Mackerel.
With schools of baitfish pushing closer to shore this week, there’s a good chance you might hook into a hefty Spanish lurking nearby. Imagine reeling in one of those beauties, it really would make for a thrilling fishing experience topping off your holidays.
For those planning family outings during the school holidays, make sure to swing by Gardiner Fisheries at Rainbow Beach.
Not only do they offer the freshest bait around, but the team is also incredibly knowledgeable and can provide valuable advice on the right gear and techniques to help you land that big catch.
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, they’re there to get you hooked up.
Catch up with you all next week.
Until then, stay safe and keep those rods ready.
STAY ACTIVE in
STAY ACTIVE
From sport to dancing or walks, there’s plenty of ways to get active in Noosa.
SPRING NAV ORIENTEERING
Sunshine Orienteers are hosting a Spring Night Nav Series. The six events will run between 5:45pm (start 6pm) to 7pm Tuesday evening from the 10 September to 15 October at various locations on the Sunshine Coast. Cost is $10 per map and you will need a mobile phone, good torch and a sense of adventure. First timers are welcome, with help and instructions willingly given. Suitable for family groups, clubs, individuals/pairs, walkers all the way up to elite athletes. More information and how to enter, found on Sunshine Orienteers Facebook page.
WALKING NETBALL
Is back for season two. With a focus on fun and social interaction rather than competition, it is a great way to stay active, energized and meet some new friends. The aim of fast walking (rather than running) is to keep it safe and injury free for all. If you thought your netball days were over, then think again. No team required, just come along and play. Registration $37, then $5 each week you attend. Wednesdays 6-730pm. Noosa Netball courts, McKinnon Drive, Tewantin. Call 0407 480125 for more info or email noosanetball@ gmail.com See you there.
NOOSA MASTERS SWIMMING CLUB
Noosa Masters swim all year round at the Noosa Aquatic Centre, 6 Girraween Ct, Sunshine Beach. Our goals are fitness, fun and friendship. Anyone
Noosa
18 and over is welcome to join the club so come and give us a try. The club meets on Thursday mornings and Sunday mornings 7.30-9am.for coached squads. We then convene for coffee and a chat afterwards. For more information check our website at noosamastersswimming.com.au/ or email noosamastersswimming@outlook.com
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
Noosa touch have started their 2024 season 2. Its not to late to register a team or get in touch and get involved in a team. Contact president@noosatouch.com.au
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 Ma-
sonic 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.
Barry Evans loving the tailor at Inskip Point
Who takes home the gong?
By Julian Pitts
It’s presentation time for the Rococo Noosa Tigers with our annual presentation night and vote count finale to take place at the RACV resort this Friday night.
Always plenty of interest in who takes home the clubs highest individual honour with names such as ‘Bones’ Murray, Mark Vagg, Neville White, Caleb ‘Cubby’ Isles, Nick Hill and Tommy Templeton. All are multiple winners in our men’s section with only Ragen Mills a dual club champion in our women’s history and believe it or not our 2024 favourite again.
The champion on baller has been a model of consistency throughout 2024 and continues to win her own footy and be a high possession winner for the Tigers. Only 5 full seasons have been completed by a Senior Women’s team and if Rages’ was to win a third best and fairest it just shows
how dominant a player she has been. And a huge reason behind our Senior Womens premiership success!
Skipper Kellie Barker has had a terrific season across half forward and was always in and around the best players for the Tigers. Her energy and spark is entertaining to watch and her leadership is just next level. Barks has been a true shining light on field in a year where results certainly didn’t go the Tigers way.
Tigers team leader and the very bubbly Amelia Monk is another to have had a terrific year at centre half back and should also poll well this Friday night. The highly skilled and courageous Monk is a terrific leader and character within the club and whilst missing games late should be right there in the finish!
For the men, well hard to go past recruit Mitch Conn.The 2024 QAFL team of the year member has just been outstanding in a team
that really struggled for the most part this year. He consistently won his own footy, showed poise and guile in possession and delivered the footy with precision.
Local champion Jai Fitzpatrick should be right there in the hunt also after another superb season.The Noosa local known as the ‘rolls Royce’ has never won the Senior gong but must have finished in the top 3 or 4 on five or six occasions. Fitzpatrick has skill, deceptive pace and an evasiveness that makes him one of the stars of the competition
Another local Mav Pettigrove has again had a fantastic year and must be in the running. Pettigrove, a two time Senior Premiership player at the Tigers finished top five last year and has continued his impressive form for the Tigers.The little maestro is just an elite kick of the footy to go with a smart footy brain and plenty of courage!
Speaking of club champions and tiger pre-
Record numbers for tennis tournament
There were a record 185 entries for the annual Sunshine Coast Masters Tour (MT400) Tournament held at the Tewantin Noosa Tennis Club from Friday 13 September to Monday 16 September. Participants came from all states of Australia, as well as New Zealand and Japan. The tournament allows veteran players to gather important ranking points towards international events. Highlight of the tournament was a record marathon four and a half hour three-set battle between Jay Pike and Matt Ilott in the Over 50 Men’s Singles final. Jay Pike eventually prevailed 6-3, 6-7, 7-6. Tournament Director, Gail Bates, said, “The wonderful Noosa weather meant that players were able to experience top competition in glorious sunshine over the four days of the tournament. Players always enjoy the bushland setting at the Tewantin Noosa Tennis Club and the facilities offered by the Club”. She thanked all the volunteers who assisted to make the event so successful.
Winners of the singles events were:
• Over 30s, women’s singles: Kirstie Symon
• Over 35, men’s singles: Mirsad Dedajic
• Over 40s, men’s singles: Samitha Ranawerra
• Over 45s, men’s singles: Matthew Porter
• Over 50s, men’s singles: Michal Korecky
• Over 55s, women’s singles: Kerryn Cyprien
• Over 55s, men’s singles: Jay Pike
• Over 60s, women’s singles: Ulrike DeutschWatson
• Over 60s, men’s singles: John Brunner
• Over 65s, men’s singles: Frank Byrnes
• Over 70s, women’s singles: Jan Worthington Vick
• Over 70s, men’s singles: Ross Orford
Action photos from the event can be seen at the Tennis Seniors Queensland Facebook page and the Tewantin Noosa Facebook page.
miership heroes, a big congrats to Aaron Laskey and Ryley Buntain who starred for the Mildura Imperials last weekend to claim the Sunrsysia Football League Premiership!
And a big congratulations to the Morningside Footy club on claiming this season’s QAFL Grand final in a thriller over Redlands last Sunday!
Footy fever is truly in the air as the AFL prelims approach this weekend. I’ve tipped one of six so far this finals series so see how I go here!
• Sydney by 27
• Brisbane by 21
Go Tigers!
Cooroy bowls
The Cooroy Community Bowls Club has just wrapped up its annual triples competition.
Rivalry was keen and bowlers had a lot of fun, however only one team could be the winner.
That team was Alfie Levy, Eileen Reese and Roley Hassall.
If you are interested in playing or learning to play lawn bowls, social bowls are played each Tuesday and Saturday at Your Mates Bowls Pub, 5 Opal Street Cooroy. There is no need to book. Additionally, Business Bowls and High Rollers competitions are held on Wednesday and Thursday evenings.
For further information, contact the Club’s president Maureen on 0419 588 661.
Amy Hannigan in action. (Vicki Perlic)
Aaron Laskey is bottom left with one finger in the air and Ryley is top right with left hand finger in the air. (Supplied)
End of season for Pirates
For the Noosa Pirates Rugby League Club, the playing season has come to an end. Recently the Pirates contested all three grades in the preliminary finals, with the games being held at the Sunshine Coast Stadium. Unfortunately, the Pirates went down in all three games. In C grade the Pirates went down to Mary Valley 10 nil, Reserve grade lost to Caloundra 26 to 6 and in the main game A grade, lost a very close preliminary game 16 to 14.
In the C grade Pirates started to move well but their ball control left a lot to be desired. In the second half, Mary Valley made good use of the wind to take control 10 -nil. Overall, it had been a good season for the Pirates C grade finishing in third place at seasons end. The season was built around a number of good players who will still be eligible to play in U19’s next season, plus a few good, seasoned players.
Credit goes to coach Tony McLlroy, who gave the side a real direction all season. Best in season for them, was fullback Lucas Palmer and half back Ryan Christensen. Forwards Blair Ryan and Joe Dwyer lead from the front all season. Also, young players Arlo Kasmaroski and Carson Lawrence, showed that they have a big future at the Pirates. However, it was indeed a hard day at the office for Pirates Reserve grade. Against Caloundra in their preliminary final the first half saw them getting caught out of field positions, plus making too many errors in heavy wind conditions. This saw them go into the second half 18 nil down. The second half saw Caloundra continuing to hold good field positions: thus, ball possession was heavily in their favour. There were good periods of play for the Pirates however with Caloundra topping the possession count the second half again went their way: resulting in a 26 to 6 win to Caloundra. Looking back over the season, Pirates Reserve grade had some good wins, and these results tells us that in the coming season they will definitely be a team to be reckoned with. Also, the performances of some of the young Reserves tells us that there will be some challenges for the A grade spots. Best on the ground for this game there was a challenge between Will Cousens, Jake Bullen and Brad Partington. Fullback Lachlan Santana was fantastic at the back saving a number of tries.
During the season, hooker Zane Keen and forward Glen Jarrett were players who stood out, showing that they will be worth watching for an A grade jersey.
“In the A grade game,” said Head Coach Michael Duff, “we knew it was always going to be a major battle: and that is exactly how it started. We started to get the upper hand about ten minutes into the main game, with Jye Ballinger making line breaks on the edge: then Jye scummed to a knee injury forcing him to leave the field. It would be Beerwah who scored first: from a kick that bounced favourably for the winger to score in the corner. Beerwah crossed again not long after, to give them a 10-nil lead.
However, just before half time we struck back with a brilliant try to Gian Largiader in the corner. Kicking into a strong wind, the near perfect boot of Patrick McGinn missed the conversion, putting us down10-4 at half time. We came out strong again in the second half, which saw both teams going from end to end. Then a questionable 40/20 Beerwah kick saw them gaining good field positions: this resulting in a try in the corner. Beerwah 16 Pirates 4.”
As Pirates have shown all season, they continued to fight back hard and started to get the upper hand, crossing twice more: this time to halfback Corey Herdegen and second rower Gina Largiader. The comeback was almost completed, when three times they crossed the try line, only to be held up: all with only three minutes to go.
“All credit to the Beerwah defence keeping us from scoring at the end. No other team has shown that effort in defence against us all season. Beerwah proved that this is why they are now in their third straight grand final: winning the game 1614.” In what appears to be his last game before retiring captain Kris Williams, was again outstanding: and vice- captain Rohan Messer was named Pirates best on field.’’
Despite not making the Grand Final, coach
Michael Duff was happy with the overall performance of the teams and the present-day culture of the club. During the season, when visiting the club on several training nights, it became obvious that the pride, culture and above all the team spirit, was alive and well. And the wearing of the club colours, during training sessions, only served to reinforce the culture of the club.
Regarding the players, the coach had huge wraps on young guys such as Harry Dwyer, Dillan Cousens, Patrick McGinn, Jackson Ricotta and Ethan Pohlner. “I consider that these people will be, those pushing us to achieve better in 2025. Good luck to both Beerwah and Coolum in this weekend’s grand final.
The next event for our club will be our club presentation held on 21 September 2024. I would like to thank all the sponsors and supporters for an amazing 50th year celebration season we had this year. Massive shout out to all the volunteer’s at our great club. We would not be where we are today without you,” Michael Duff Head Coach said. Weightlifting
Our Australian weightlifter Taj Marsh is set to showcase his talent at the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships in Suva Fiji, com-
peting in the Junior Division of the 102kg category on Friday 20th September. Marsh a standout from the Noosa Barbell Club, has been making waves in the weightlifting community with his impressive performances. His participation in this prestigious event marks a significant milestone in his career. He aims to secure a top position amongst the best in the Commonwealth.
This Championship draws top talent from across the region, and Marshs’ training regimen and dedication have prepared him for the challenge as he represents Australia on an international stage. “I am excited and ready to give it my all in Fiji,” said Marsh. “I will be competing against some of the best in my category and its’ a great opportunity. I am looking forward to representing my club and country this weekend.”
This event in Suva promises to be very exciting, and all eyes will be on Taj Marsh as he competes for Australia in the 102kg Junior Division in September. All of us in the community of Noosa wish this young athlete all the very best. This young man has both the personality and presentation to make a great Junior Ambassador of Sport for his country.
Pirates will hold its club presentation on 21 September.
Noosa Pirates Rugby League Club ended with losses in preliminary finals.
Weightlifter Taj Marsh will compete at the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships in Suva, Fiji. (Supplied)
Despite not making the Grand Final, coach Michael Duff was happy with the teams overall performances.
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Remembering Miki Dora
Even though I’m trying to be a somewhat retired gentleman, August and September have flown by in a haze of jobs and deadlines, so much so that I clean forgot about Miki Dora’s 90th birthday last month.
Dead now for nearly 23 years, Da Cat, the Black Knight of Malibu, or just plain Miklos Sandor Dora would hardly have noticed, even if, through no fault of his own, he was blowing out celestial birthday candles in heaven on 11 August. But since I have made a point of commemorating his memory on each of the milestone birthdays of my early hero, one-time enemy and friend and neighbour over the last stanza of his unusual life since 2004, forgive me if it’s better late than never. Since this is theoretically a surfing column, I’ll make the assumption that many of you have heard or read of this bloke – a few times right here, if nowhere else – and I’ll skim through the back story as briefly as possible. Born in Budapest in 1934 to a teenaged Hungarian Hussar named Miklos K Dora and his even more teenaged wife, a beautiful American named Ramona Stancliff (the two had hastily tied the knot a couple of weeks before the birth), Miki moved to California with his parents in early 1935, where the well-connected Miklos opened a restaurant he called Little Hungary on Hollywood’s Sunset Strip. Miki’s earliest memories were of being coo-cooed by European Hollywood celebrities like Marlene Dietrich, Billy Wilder and Frederick Kohner while he and his mother dined at a corner table and Miklos worked the room.
Screenwriter Fred Kohner would 20 years later write a little novel about his daughter Kathy’s surfing adventures at Malibu with Miki Dora and the rest of the crew. He called it Gidget. It did quite well, became a hit movie, kick-started a beach culture.
The Miklos/Ramona marriage was doomed to fail, she ran off with a crazy lifeguard named Gard Chapin and Miki grew up being shuffled between schools (at Hollywood High he was briefly in a class with the legendary James Dean) and dividing his leisure time between San Onofre with Gard and Malibu with the most progressive surfers in the world in the early ‘50s. By the time he was 18 Miki was the best surfer at First Point and the most aggressive in the water. However badly he behaved, his stylish, cat-like moves up and down the deck of the new Malibu chip finned surfboards were poetry in motion. He was Da Cat. By the time film-maker Jack McCoy introduced me to Miki in Bali in 1975, Dora was an old man of 40, a somewhat surly legend but a legend nonetheless. When we visited him at the then-folksy Legian Beach Hotel and requested an interview, he was happy enough to talk story for a couple of hours, sprawled on his bed in the darkened room, but it was not to be a verbatim interview – no notes, no tape, no photos. When we were done I got Jack to drop me off the back of his bike at Pranotu’s cane juice bar in Kuta where I sat in a corner and juiced up while I wrote down everything that I could remember that Dora had said.
That season I surfed with Miki a few times at Uluwatu on the Bukit, then an arid bushland, now
a crowded villa world. He was friendly enough, but once “A Conversation With Miki Dora” appeared in Tracks magazine, he brushed me for more than 20 years, until we found ourselves neighbours in the same small apartment block in Guethary, France.
Although throughout his life Miki was usually the screwer rather than the screwee, it’s fair to say that I screwed him over the first time we met, but by the late ‘90s we were both on the Quiksilver Europe payroll, and against all odds, we became friends. That friendship was tested at times, most notably when I negotiated his guest appearance at the Noosa Festival of Surfing in 2001.
“There’d have to be a contract,” he said.
There was, and it stipulated that we paid for almost everything and he was obligated to do nothing, which I admit sounds like a bad deal, but Miki was a huge hit! There were Da Cat sightings, real or imagined, and old surfers are still talking today about that time they said gidday to Miki Dora at the surf festival in Noosa. I’ve written here before about the international phone call bill at the hotel he wouldn’t pay, the thousand bucks or so he racked up at the Noosa Springs pro shop in my name, and many more, so we won’t go there again.
But life in France that summer resumed its usual leisurely pace in our village, until Miki got his terminal cancer diagnosis. He’d still appear
in the surf at Guethary from time to time, sitting wide and catching a few on a very big gun, but then I’d see him gasping as he climbed our stairs to his apartment and the oxygen tank. But he rallied to celebrate his 67th birthday at a wonderful dinner party at Chez Francois above the Bidasoa River on the Spanish border, where Miki worked the room, shaking hands and smiling, totally out of character.
We said our goodbyes in November and he flew back to California where he died at Miklos Sr’s home in Montecito on 3 January 2002.
FOOTNOTE: Some of my memories of Miki also appear in David Rensin’s brilliant 2008 Dora biography, All For A Few Perfect Waves (Harper).
Miki on the nose, First Point, Malibu. Painting by Richard Peterson.
Miki with momma Ramona, 1930s. (Supplied)
Last portrait of Miki, 2001, by Taki Bibelas for Vogue Hommes International.
Dora in Fiji for the millennium with the Quiksilver crew, New Years Eve, 1999. Miki centre back row, between Phil Grace and Robbie Naish. Author second from left. (Supplied)
Same style, different day. (Leroy Grannis)
Miki gives Fain the heave-ho at the Bu. (Leroy Grannis)
PROPERTY
ARCHITECTURAL MARVEL
Turn to 22 and 23
GOOD DESIGN KEEPS ON GIVING
PROPERTY MATTERS
THE value of a well-designed house is in the on-going benefits thanks in general to the positioning on the property and the aspect.
That is in addition to the overall design and liveability of the home.
Aspect in particular results in the best outlook possible, and savings every day in regard to on-going costs such as power for heating or cooling.
Such is the case at the five-bedroom house with pool at 120 Persimmon Dve, Peregian Beach.
Tracy Russell at Tom Offermann Real Estate is taking the property to auction at 1pm on Friday, 27 September.
“It’s amazing,’’ Tracy said, “... a beautiful architect-designed home.
“It’s such an interesting and different home. Great attention has been paid to detail, and the tones are subtle.
“The finishes have been carefully selected by the owner - an interior designer - and it was completed July 2023.
“There is a fabulous northern aspect, which brings in so much natural light. If you are chasing the winter sun there is not much better.
“It’s ready to move in and unpack the bags.’’
The initial response has been mainly locals looking to upgrade into something already done.
The high-set, modern house has been custom designed for beachside living, with northerly outlook over the national park and ocean glimpses.
In addition, it is centred around indooroutdoor spaces designed for all seasons.
Disappearing doors on the east side reveal an expansive alfresco deck and shimmering blue pool.
On the northern side, attracting summer breezes is a clever curved undercover terrace with plenty of custom seating.
The focal point, apart from the exquisitely landscaped grassy knoll with several pandanus, is a wood-burning Jetmaster fireplace that also serves as a pizza oven or barbecue.
Materials selected include weather boards, long wide architectural casement shutters and glass louvres.
Beyond the hallway are lofty ceiling heights and an extensive use of glass either side of the living and dining spaces. Natural light is maximised, with the polished concrete and oak flooring blending easily.
The kitchen comes with stone-topped cabinetry and feature Japanese tiles, an island with over-sized sink, high-end appliances such as an integrated Liebherr fridge, a true butler’s pantry with built-in freezer and plenty of welldesigned storage.
Upstairs, the premier bedroom retreat has a private, undercover deck with northerly views. There’s two walk-in robes and an ensuite with terrazzo, two-basin-topped cabinetry, a freestanding bathtub and walk-in shower.
Two additional bedrooms on this level have built-in robes, also a bathroom with separate toilet. On the ground level there is another spacious bedroom; a separate living space that is set up as a media room; there’s a powder bathroom and an additional separate toilet
A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car beachfront house, pool, on on 832sq m at 38 Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction Saturday, 21 September, at 11am. (422798)
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RIVERFRONT BEAUTY
It’s the busiest campaign at the moment for Rebekah Offermann and Michael McComas of Tom Offermann Real Estate.
The three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car apartment 1/161-163 Gympie Tce, Noosaville, goes to auction Friday, 27 September, at 10am.
It has had 15 groups through the first and second open for inspections, which follows the success the agents have had previously with Gympie Tce homes.
Interest this time has been a mixture of investors/holiday property buyers and those looking for a residence, Rebekah said.
“One of the most appealing things about Sonoma is that the view from Villa One is completely unobstructed.
“There are no parking bays on the other side of Gympie Tce, with a yellow line right on the street right in front - no bus stops, no boat hire businesses, no cafes.
ERLE LEVEY
A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car beachfront house, pool, on on 832sq m at 38 Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction Saturday, 21 September, at 11am. (422798)
A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car house on 885sq m at 3 Allambi Rise, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Saturday, 21 September, at 2pm. (422798)
five-bedroom,
house, pool, on on 832sq m at
Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction
21 September, at 11am. (422798)
A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car house on 885sq m at 3 Allambi Rise, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Saturday, 21 September, at 2pm. (422798)
A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 120 Persimmon Dve, Peregian Beach, goes to auction Friday, 27 September, at 1pm. (430357)
A five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 120 Persimmon Dve, Peregian Beach, goes to auction Friday, 27 September, at 1pm. (430357)
“It is a very special window view straight through to the river.’’
As well as being front-row riverside, it’s a home that is at once significant and luxurious.
Banks of plantation shutters and almost disappearing doors open off the oversized living and dining spaces, spilling out to the undercover terrace.
This is north-facing backdrop like no other - a fragrant garden, lustrous pool with sun terrace, and water feature in the river-stone wall.
The kitchen, with servery to terrace and a garden view, features high-end appliances such as an Ilve six-burner gas cooktop, and storage solutions aplenty. There’s a powder room and laundry nearby.
Upstairs are three carpeted bedrooms. The premier retreat has a terrace while the ensuite features a double walk-in shower, stone-topped cabinetry and in addition to a dressing room, there’s a study.
Two large bedrooms have built-in robes, and the bathroom has a bathtub.
SPECIAL OFFERING
Hilton Esplanade at Tewantin is highly soughtafter, and is being transformed with exciting new builds and renovations.
Little wonder that block of three original two-bedroom, one-bathroom riverside units at
7 Hilton Esp, is attracting attention ahead of its auction at 12pm Saturday, 5 October.
Melanie Butcher and Warren Evans of Laguna Real Estate are marketing the property.
“Recent sales in the immediate area range from $3.5m-$ 4.62m, Melanie said.
“It has been held by the same family for 45 years, who have enjoyed many years of Noosa River activities.
“There is the perfect northerly aspect that offers stunning river views.’’
Currently three charming original units, or the ideal rebuild site, it is an approved holiday let or permanent rental.
“We have received a fabulous response from local buyers here in Noosa and Brisbane, who recognise Hilton Esplanade as one of Noosa’s best kept secret locations,’’ Melanie said.
“Interstate buyers are also very active with their enquiries, along with our neighbours across The Ditch in New Zealand.’’
On 666sq m and solidly built, each unit offers two bedrooms, bathroom, open kitchen, dining and lounge, a carport and shared laundry.
Each has a large covered north-facing terrace.
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It’s an executive home in an exceptional location with exquisite views.
Caroline Johnston and Ruth Venning of
A block of three original two-bedroom, one-bathroom riverside units at 7 Hilton Esp, Tewantin, go to auction at 12pm Saturday, 5 October. (428857)
Hinternoosa are taking the four-bedroom, three-bathroom house with pool at 21 Wust Rd, Doonan, to auction on Saturday, 5 October, at 3pm.
On 7722sq m, the house is perched high on a Doonan ridgetop, featuring premium quality fixtures and finishes throughout and panoramic north-easterly views.
Built over three levels by Lockwood, it offers dual living potential with a self-contained lower level that includes kitchenette, bathroom, home theatre and studio.
The middle level features open-plan living areas that includes dining and living spaces separated by a two-way gas fireplace and an immaculate kitchen with an island bench and stone benchtops.
There is a home office/bedroom, and a luxurious main bedroom suite with twin robes and a sumptuous ensuite.
Expansive outdoor living areas include covered decks, a cantilevered dining balcony, a winter sun terrace, and a sparkling pool with an adjoining kitchen/barbecue pavilion.
Modern conveniences include airconditioning, plantation shutters, louvre windows, and a Steibel Eltron air purification system.
This ensures optimal air quality throughout
the home by filtering and purifying the air, providing a continuous supply of fresh, clean, and oxygen-rich air.
The private upper level is a serene retreat featuring an oversized bedroom with a walkthrough dressing room, a private sitting area, and a resort-style ensuite with dual vanities, a heated towel rack, a separate toilet, and a corner spa bath.
A covered balcony offers stunning views across the treetops to the sea, enhancing the sense of tranquility and luxury.
The three-car garage comes with epoxy flooring and a full-width covered balcony to enhance convenience and functionality.
AUCTION ACTION
• SATURDAY, 21 September Noosa Heads
• 8/70 Upper Hastings St: 3bed, 2bath, 2car apartment, 1pm, Jill Goode 0418 714 653 Tom Offermann Real Estate
• 3 Allambi Rise: 3bed, 2bath, 1car house on 885sq m, 2pm, Tom Offermann 0412 711 888 Tom Offermann Real Estate Sunshine Beach
• 38 Seaview Tce: 5bed, 3bath, 2car beachfront house, pool, 11am, Tom Offermann 0412 711 888 Tom Offermann Real Estate.
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Reachforthe stars inirresistibleLittleCove.Be totally captivated by penthouseperfectionwithaprodigious rooftop terracealsotrulyspectacular,200-degree viewsofNoosaNational Park,MainBeachandthe azurewaters ofLagunaBay,sweepingtheNoosaNorth Shoreand ColouredSands to DoubleIsland Point. Locationis afew minutes to theworld-famousNoosa National ParkandLittle Cove Beachisalmoston
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Auction
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View Saturday 12.30pm
Agent JillGoode 0418714653 jill@offermann.com.au
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Designed by PaulClout,a superlativealbeithandsome residenceoffersabeguilingblueprintwhichlooks beautifully to thepastandfutureforitsdesign credentials, by cleverly combiningArtDeco’s eyepoppingcurvaceouslineswithlavishspaces, timeless style,andneverleavingglamouratthedoor. Thedesignisonparwith excellencewithanortherly aspect,viewsfrommostroomsandhas a36mgolf
EVOKING a sensory connection and seriously impressive outward aspect, ostensibly floating over the Noosa River, with a sequence of unstinting spaces that unwind from one into the other, ONE W is an immersion from retreatlike, intimate areas of reprieve, to a serious seamless coalescence with outdoors.
Sitting on a coveted linear corner site, with the integration of living and entertainment areas on every level, the design essence by Noosa’s celebrated Paul Clout is one of effortless ease. It reveals an appreciation for the beauty in nature, amid refinement and consideration to accommodate both large and small groups, without feeling empty nor too grand, all as modern as tomorrow.
A muted palette of natural tones and textures such as French oak flooring, vein-cut Navona travertine, micro-cemented walls, natural sandstone feature walls, and lime washed paint create a spa-like calm, and a feature ceiling pool window, is undeniable brilliance albeit playfulness.
Similarly, the private rooftop terrace which is next-level It is designed to look like part of a fun Mediterranean beach club with lounge and dining areas, customised seating, pearlescent heated pool, spa and ‘floating’ day beds, bar with beer taps, barbeque, mature Canary Island date palm, and retractable rooftop pergola. And of course, unobstructed spectacular northerly views over the Noosa River, from the Spit, along the Noosaville foreshore to Tewantin.
At the southern end of the top floor, is a fully equipped gym, infrared sauna, steam shower and bathroom; the downstairs leisure space has a bar and a terrace mimicking the views as per the levels above The top-end kitchen and hidden butler’s pantry are equipped with multi premium appliances, Pitt cooktop, wine fridge, integrated fridge and more, no doubt a culinary paradise envied by any true master chef. Nearby is the dining area with custom seating, designer pendants and light sconces.
There are four bedrooms with one currently used as an office. The oversized premier suite retreat on the first floor has a terrace, fashionista-style dressing room, and a lavish ensuite with free-standing bathtub. The three additional bedrooms are on the ground floor.
The home includes a fully integrated Control 4 Smart Home system with 24/7 security, climate control, integrated speakers and sound system, plus a private lift from the garage to each level.
ONE W, a masterpiece beyond luxury by Paul Clout Design is splendour on the riverfront. “It is sumptuous, discreet, confident, and intrinsic to passive sustainability, with well-thought-out spaces of varying scale and mood,” effuses Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Camerson Urquhart. “The location near the water’s edge and boardwalk - the perfect spot for casting a rod for a delicious feed of flathead, really is second-to-none.
Walk a few steps further where it joins with Gympie Terrace and myriad well-known restaurants, cafes, bars, and take-outs beckon.
There are jetties to catch the Noosa Ferry to Hastings Street, leisure craft hire companies, shallow waters for safe swimming, and a nearby parkland dotted with gazebos.
“The privileged front row is on the wish list of many, and it has increasingly become the exclusive domain of the ultra-fortunate. What are you waiting for?”
Facts & Features:
House Area: 509m2
Land Area: 521m2
One W: multi-level riverfront residence by Paul Clout Design Clout Build; expansive views from 3-levels Noosa River mouth in north sweeping Noosa North Shore & along Noosa River; living & entertainment areas incl outdoor terrace on every level
Rooftop Terrace entertainment & living:
4mx5.2m heated pool & spa; 2 day beds; outdoor shower; lounge & dining areas w custom in seat dining table; BBQ/outdoor kitchen; Escea gas + wood fireplace, fire pit coffee table; bar fitted w beer taps & Zip Tap; retractable rooftop pergola
fridge, insinkerator, two sinks & integrated fridge
Leisure: fully equipped gym + infrared sauna, steam shower & private bathroom; downstairs rumpus room with own bar
Bedrooms: oversized premier suite retreat w terrace, dressing room, BIR & ensuite with bathtub; 3 on ground floor w BIRs, 1 w. ensuite + bathroom
Security/Tech: Fully integrated Control 4 Smart Home, with 24/7 security system, integrated speakers and sound system, climate control, pool/spa control system; security keypad accessible front gate
Location: 5-min drive to Hastings Street; mere footsteps to Noosa River foreshore; close to Gympie Terrace, Quamby Place, Noosa Village shopping precinct, Noosa Main Beach & Noosa National Park w world famous Surfing Reserve
AGENCY WISELY!
With
SERENE FAMILY HAVEN
Set back from the street behind a private gated facade and neighbouring the picturesque Heritage Park is this serene family haven. You can leave behind the hustle and bustle of everyday life from the moment you come home with a sprawling wrap-around yard, a spacious singlestorey layout and an outdoor entertaining area that will make hosting guests a dream.
Everyday life will revolve around the central chef’s kitchen with sweeping U-shaped countertops, a suite of quality appliances and a servery window to the outdoors. Loved ones can gather at the breakfast bar as you cook up a storm or unwind in the open-plan family/dining room at the end of the day.
A large, light-filled lounge extends the layout even further while outside, the covered and screened alfresco is just waiting for your next Sunday BBQ with friends. Imagine long lazy afternoons with your feet up and a refreshing drink in hand as the kids run free and explore the fenced yard with vibrant established gardens and expanses of lush lawn.
You will have four bedrooms to choose from including your master suite which is set at the
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front of the home and boasts a built-in robe and an ensuite. The secondary bedrooms are also fitted with built-in robes and there’s a wellappointed main bathroom offering a separate bath, shower and water closet.
Completing the incredible list of extra
features is the attached double garage, with drive-through access, the ducted airconditioning, the security screens and the storage shed for total convenience.
This peaceful pocket of Tewantin will delight anyone craving comfortable family living without
Contact: Amanda Balding 0408 088 788, RICHARDSON AND WRENCH NOOSA
having to sacrifice convenience. Tewantin Noosa Golf Course is just moments from your front door and you’re also close to local primary and secondary schools, busy shopping hubs, cool cafes, restaurants and the heart of Noosaville.
- 14 acre cleared property with stunning views. - Spacious open plan home with 4 beds 3 bath and 3 car LUG. - Two master bedrooms, one on each level, both with ensuites.
Large sheds to hold both farm equipment and/or caravan. - Sparkling pool and alfresco entertaining area. - Air-conditioning and 6KW solar.
MASTERPIECE BLENDS NATURE AND LUXURY
INTRODUCING a residence of unparalleled distinction, this architectural marvel, completed in September 2023, stands as a testament to innovative design and luxurious living. Conceptualized by Covet Developments and meticulously crafted by the esteemed Suncoast Building Design & Lawrie Design, and Lawrie Constructions, this property is nestled within a secluded enclave, bordered by the pristine expanses of Noosa National Parkland. Here, the boundaries between sophisticated living and the untamed beauty of nature dissolve, creating
a sanctuary of serenity and elegance.
From the moment you approach the grand entry gate, equipped with state-of-the-art video intercom and monitoring systems, it’s clear this is no ordinary home. The journey continues through a spacious 3-car garage, designed with a depth of 7 metres and rear roller door access, ideal for accommodating luxury vehicles with ease. A double-length hardstand provides dedicated space for caravan and boat parking, underscoring the property’s commitment to convenience without compromising on style.
Address: 1 Hawthorne Grove, MARCUS BEACH
Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 garage
Price: For Sale Inspect: 11am - 11:30am Saturday, 21st September
Contact: Dean McLure 0499 270 691, McLURE PRESTIGE HOME ESSENTIALS
14 Key Court, Noosa Heads
AUCTION FRIDAY 18TH OCTOBER AT 3PM
Discover waterfront living in this substantial 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home, located in the prestigious Noosa Sound. Boasting an enviable blend of privacy, size, and location, this property offers an unmatched lifestyle opportunity on a generous 893 square metres. Waterfront homes on Noosa Sound are a finite commodity. Don’t miss your chance to own a home that the entire family can enjoy for years to come in one of Noosa’s most sought-after locations.
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Friday 20th October at 4PM - 4:30PM
Saturday 21st October at 9:30AM - 10AM Wednesday 24th October at 3PM - 3:30PM
Kate Cox 0438 695 505 Tony Cox 0402 003 773
The Ultimatein Family Lifestyle
Experienceunparalleled luxuryinthisimpeccablyrenovatedhome, where everydetailhas been thoughtfully considered Fromthe high-endfinishes andfixturestothe beautifullylandscaped yard completewithheatedpool, thisnorth-facing coastalchicresidenceoffers the ultimate Noosalifestyle.
• HolidayLetting approval inplace
• Recentlyrenovatedthroughout
• 2-levelfamilyhomewithdual living areas
•5 min strolltoNoosaJunction& 15min energeticwalktothe beach
AN idyllic rental-ready investment or an enviable place to call home, the choice is all yours when it comes to this stunning Sunshine Beach property. The spacious multi-storey layout offers contemporary comfort and convenience while the prized location has you just moments from renowned restaurants, cool cafes, boutique shopping and, of course, the patrolled surf beach. From the ground-floor entry, you are drawn up to the light-filled first level where your open-plan kitchen, dining and living area awaits. Striking beamed ceilings add a sense of style and intrigue to this inviting gathering space where you are also treated to statement lighting, on-trend flooring throughout and direct access to both the terrace and the expansive outdoor entertaining area.
The flawless attention to detail continues in the sleek chef’s kitchen with a sweeping waterfall-edge benchtop, ample built-in storage and a suite of quality appliances including a dishwasher. From an intimate dinner for two to a gourmet feast for friends and family, this cook’s haven will make catering an absolute joy.
Two large bedrooms are set on the second floor with one offering a built-in robe and the
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main bedroom boasting ensuite access to the two-way main bathroom with a bath. There’s even additional access to an attic for total functionality. As you might expect, the list of extra features doesn’t end there with plantation shutters on offer along with split system air-
conditioning, a generous ground-level single garage and a laundry room.
You will live within a well-maintained and friendly complex with a shared pool where you can rinse off after a trip to the beach. A short walk will take you to the popular Sunshine
Beach SLSC or you can get out and explore the nearby attractions including the iconic Noosa National Park, Noosa Junction and Hastings Street with endless entertainment at your fingertips.
Address: 1/4 Park Crescent, SUNSHINE BEACH Description: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 garage Inspect: Saturday 21 September 10-11am Auction: Saturday 12 October 2024 10am
Contact: David Connolly 0438 259 956 and Mike Hay 0417 624 059, CENTURY 21
4 THE ANCHORAGE, NOOSA WATERS
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 21ST SEP 10:00AM CONTACT AGENT
•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
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STUNNING STEPHEN KIDD-DESIGNED
Just a short walk from the Village and patrolled surf beach, this stunning Stephen Kidd-designed beachside residence embodies the essence of a modern beach house with its casual sophistication spread across two floors.
“Breezes on Pacific” is positioned to enjoy a delightful northeast aspect, it’s the perfect coastal retreat. Taking full advantage of its position, the home is nestled to the rear of the tropically landscaped, 569m2 level property.
A spacious podium-level patio overlooking the 8 metre pool with wading deck welcomes you to the garden-level entrance, featuring an impressive oversized pivoting timber front door.
Inside, a central wall artfully separates a generous rumpus room, complete with built-in cabinetry for books, games, and media, and welcomes the outside in via banks of louvres.
Three spacious bedrooms and a stylish bathroom fan to the rear of the home on the ground level, while a convenient laundry room provides direct access to a private drying yard.
A glass balustrade timber staircase leads to an upper floor bathed in natural light beneath soaring VJ-lined ceilings. Bi-fold doors open to
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reveal a covered 30sqm deck with an insulated roof, low-maintenance modular decking, built-in BBQ and refrigeration-perfect for entertaining family and friends whilst overlooking the pool.
Once again, expansive glass louvres welcome the coastal breeze and flood the living space with natural light, complemented by elegant hardwood timber floors. The centrepiece of the dream kitchen is an impressive stone waterfall-edge island bench,
featuring Bosch gas and electric cooking, zipfiltered rainwater, integrated fridge, freezer and dishwasher, soft-close drawers, and abundant pantry space.
The beautiful primary bedroom on the northeastern side features walk-through robes and a distinctive floor-to-ceiling tiled ensuite.
A private bedroom at the rear of the house is accompanied by a third bathroom, while a convenient powder room nearby is perfect for entertaining guests.
Some of the homes standout features include solar power to reduce energy costs, ducted air conditioning for climate control, acoustic and thermal insulation, a motion sensor alarm, 3000-gallon rainwater tanks, computerized irrigation for effortless garden maintenance, stylish modular decking, and convenient automatic gates with audio/visual intercom.
This immaculately kept home seamlessly blends timeless architecture with modern comfort. “Breezes on Pacific” is a must-see if you value exceptional craftsmanship, spacious living areas, and a prime location near the
beach and local restaurants.
Whether you continue as a holiday rental (subject to council approval) or make it your permanent residence, this property offers versatile living options. With furnishings included, you can move in and start living today!
• Stunning Stephen Kidd-designed beachside residence
• Perfect coastal retreat with northeast aspect set back on 569m2 block
• Covered 30sqm deck with insulated roof, modular decking, built-in BBQ and fridge
• Spacious podium-level patio overlooking 8m pool with wading deck
• Two living areas, study nook, VJ-lined ceilings, timber floors
• Master bedroom with walk-through robes, floor-to-ceiling tiled ensuite
• Solar power (6kw), ducted air conditioning, acoustic/thermal insulation
STEP into a piece of history with this original Queenslander located in the heart of Tewantin. A rare opportunity awaits to either revive the classic charm of this two-bedroom, onebathroom home or capitalize on its prime positioning on Moorindil Street. With vaulted ceilings, original character and a beautifully shaded 506m2 block, this property exudes potential for those looking to make their mark in one of Tewantin’s most sought-after areas. Set to go under the hammer in late September, this is your chance to secure a timeless piece of Tewantin real estate.
• Original Queenslander with rich history in Tewantin
• Prime location on Moorindil Street
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• Two spacious bedrooms
• One bathroom with potential for updates
• Vaulted ceilings adding character and space
• Beautifully shaded block with ample potential
• Scheduled for auction in late September Don’t miss the chance to own a piece of Tewantin’s history. Whether you’re looking to restore a classic or leverage its unbeatable location, this property is a must-see. Contact Beau today and prepare to bid on this unique opportunity!
** Note: The last photo depicts the maximum height of 8 metres or 2 storeys for a dwelling house in Noosa Heads in the Low Density Residential or Medium Density Residential zones. Development is STCA.
INTRODUCING this magical 32 acre horse lovers sanctuary, featuring a stunning executive-style family home sitting high on a beautiful ridge with views over your own piece of paradise.
Boasting a 25 metre sparkling lap pool, forest-lined paddocks, an equestrian arena with a day stable, cattle yards, and an industrialsized shed with solar power and plumbing.
Water is abundant with 10 dams that meander through the paddocks providing ample water for the stock.
There is so much on offer at this spectacular property, only a short six-minute drive to the bustling town of Gympie with all its amenities, schools, and hospital.
• 12.96 private hectares
• 10 dams, horse arena, stables
• Fully fenced, 5 paddocks, cattle yards
• Huge industrial-size shed with solar and a 7 x 9m carport
• Large tiled dining area with adjacent modern kitchen
• Carpeted lounge/media room, separate office
• Luxurious master bed with amazing views, walk-through robe, ensuite
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• All other bedrooms are spacious with fans and robes
• High-end fixtures and fittings, wide hallways, hardwood floors
