Noosa Today - 11th October 2024

Trails and great tales

By all accounts the annual Great Noosa Trail Walk held over the long weekend went “really well”.

Libby Hoskin, who kept tabs on the numbers, said 206 walkers signed up for the threeday-walk with 27 one-day participants for the event that paves the way for walkers to immerse themselves in the Noosa Biosphere Trails between Cooroy-Kin Kin-Cooran and Pomona.

With bookings for this year’s event selling out almost two months after registration opened in February, the GNTW was a muchanticipated event.

Cooroy Future Group President, and event host, Kym Neaylon, said GNTW had walkers returning each year with friends and family to share the unique event.

“It is not a race but a leisurely 56km selfguided walk through the Noosa Hinterland and its townships, with support in place to allow participants to simply enjoy the trail,” Kym said.

Beginning 11 years ago as a small-scale event organised by local walker and trail enthusiast Shaun Walsh, the event has grown to offer both one-day and three-day walking opportunities.

Shaun is still a key member of the GNTW team, who this year led 25 volunteer Trail Guides who assist those on the trail.

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Unit showdown

LNP candidate Clare Stewart on Monday announced the LNP would “put the brakes on Labor’s approval of a 195-unit, six storey development, which was foisted on the community, in spite of strong local objection and a lack of community and council consultation” but Labor said LNP voted for the SFD laws.

Independent Noosa MP Sandy Bolton said she welcomed the LNP commitment to ensure any development was compliant with Noosa’s planning scheme which followed her calls on the State

Facilitated Development (SFD) applications.

LNP Deputy Leader and Shadow Minister for Planning and Infrastructure Jarrod Bleijie criticised the Labor Government’s failure to consult with Noosa Council and the local community before they progressed developments to a next stage of assessment.

“The LNP is committed to delivering affordable housing across Queensland, but we have consistently said our plan to provide more housing will be delivered in collaboration with local

councils and the community housing sector,” Mr Bleijie said.

However Housing Minister Meaghan Scanlan said the LNP voted for these laws and now they were backtracking.

“What they are promising is already part of the process - the next stage involves further consultation with both council and the community as well as assessment against the local planning scheme,” Ms Scanlan said.

“We need more homes, especially affordable ones – for our frontline workers, our teachers, hospitality workers and young families.“

Mr Bleijie said the Premier and Labor have left Noosa residents in the dark and taken it upon themselves to push ahead with a 195-unit development in Noosa Junction and a further 40-unit development in Tewantin without any discussion with council and completely disregarding the community.

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Noosa Trail walkers Tracy Baker, Kate Pemberton and Susan McGee. (Rob Maccoll)

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The Queensland Country Press Association (QCPA) is calling on all candidates to support a policy that ensures a fairer share of government advertising is directed to regional and local newspapers.

Wendy Creighton, president of the QCPA, highlighted the urgent need for this policy, stressing that the current allocation of government advertising disproportionately benefitted capital city media outlets and tech giants like Facebook, often to the detriment of local newspapers.

“What’s even more concerning is that significant government advertising funds are directed to social media platforms which have a well-documented record of spreading misinformation, mistruths, and viral content. These platforms do not provide the same level of accountability or trusted local reporting that regional newspapers offer,” she said.

“As we approach this election campaign, more than 60 independent local newspapers across regional Queensland will be reporting extensively on grassroots issues,” Wendy Creighton said.

“In fact, in regional areas, these newspapers are often the only medium that reports extensively on local election issues and local candidates across Queensland.

“They are also often the only forum where important debates happen and where communities can hold their local representatives and other powerful institutions accountable.”

Wendy Creighton underscored the role of regional newspapers in providing a platform for democratic debate and community engagement, which is often missing from social media and larger metropolitan outlets.

“Regional and community newspapers ensure that local voices are heard, from the smallest towns to larger regional centres. They shine a light on issues that matter most to local residents, issues that are often overlooked by national media. This makes them the backbone of democracy in regional Queensland.

“Without these newspapers, regional communities would lose the only trusted platform they have for informed debate, transparent reporting, and genuine accountability. Yet the majority of government advertising dollars are funnelled into

platforms like Facebook, which does not serve the same public interest and instead fosters an environment where misinformation can spread unchecked,” she said.

Creighton pointed out that, in many regional areas, newspapers are the most trusted and reliable source of government and community messaging, offering essential information that impacts people’s daily lives.

“Our newspapers give a voice to the voiceless and provide scrutiny where it’s most needed. Their role in holding the powerful to account is irreplaceable, especially in rural and regional Queensland.

“Our local news coverage gets taken for granted, and so does regional Queensland. The good news is there is a simple, proven, and cost-free fix,”

The QCPA is calling on the next Queensland government to adopt a policy similar to Victoria’s, which mandates a minimum of one page per week of government advertising and community messaging in every regional and community newspaper. This would not only help inform local communities but also ensure a fairer distribution of advertising resources.

“This policy has wide-spread political support, but it needs to be an urgent priority for the next government,” Creighton concluded.

Battle is on over units development plan

From page 1

“The Independent Member for Noosa has demonstrated she is completely powerless to change the situation and has failed to stop this development, only the LNP will stop this development and ensure the community and council are consulted with plans for the future of this site,” Mr Bleijie said.

Ms Bolton completely rejected this, saying it was “totally incorrect, as the LNP announcement itself is testimony to the power of an independent Noosa”.

“The LNP announcement came after the stance I took from the beginning when I opposed the legislation that they supported, and the ‘vague’ responses from their candidate,” Ms Bolton said.

“Being Independent has led to this announcement, and remaining so will ensure that any party making election commitments such as these will be held to account and keep their word. This announcement demonstrates more than ever why we need to remain Independent, as when we have had an LNP government and sitting LNP MP previously, they closed our TAFE without community consultation and took away funds dedicated to replacing the dangerous Six Mile Bridge#7.

“Noosa deserves more than last minute campaign flip flops, ‘carrot dangling’ and commitments of funding already in existence. Both parties need to state they will not exceed the building heights within the amended Noosa 2020 plan, as well commit to other Noosa priorities that they have avoided including an end to commercial development and unsustainable management of Noosa National Parks. In addition, action all recommendations from the Youth Justice inquiry, and stop their ‘hoodwinking’ of voters through those postal vote applications that look like they are from the ECQ and are not.

“Noosa’s independence is our greatest strength. We are in an enviable position to call

out the failings on both sides with credibility, hold them to account on any issue, and put parties on notice as we have done.”

LNP candidate for Noosa Clare Stewart said the LNP had consistently given a commitment to work with councils, not dictate to them.

“The LNP has met with Noosa Council and provided certainty an LNP Government will ensure that any developments are compliant with-

in the local planning scheme,” Ms Stewart 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, Ms Scanlan said.

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.

QCPA president Wendy Creighton

Housing Minister Meaghan Scanlan

Independent Noosa MP Sandy Bolton. (Supplied)

LNP Noosa candidate Clare Stewart and LNP Deputy Leader Jarrod Bleijie.

Residents want scale back

The Dianella Court and Neighbours Steering Committee of Cooroy last week met with Noosa Council to present them with scaled-back counter proposal for a social and affordable housing development at 62 Lake Macdonald Drive site after raising concerns over Council’s housing proposal.

Residents were concerned about health risks from remediation of contaminated land, the need for the land for cemetery expansion, the loss of wildlife habitat, increased flooding potential and the density and isolation of the housing project in the low-density area from local services.

Council’s Housing Strategy identified 62 Lake MacDonald Dr, Cooroy for investigation for social and affordable housing and to undertake appropriate consultation with the local community.

On its website Council states it proposes to subdivide the land into five lots - one with 1ha lot for cemetery expansion, three large residential lots for multiple dwellings (units) and one lot for stormwater management and water treatment.

To retain housing as affordable (below market rent) it needed to be managed by a Community Housing Provider so Council resolved to sell the proposed Lot 1 portion of the site to Coast2Bay Housing Group, a local Tier 1 not-for-profit Community Housing Provider to fulfil this purpose following their success in obtaining a State Government grant to provide social housing.

The housing proposal includes construction of 25 one and two-bedroom units with a maximum height of buildings being two storeys and 8 metres.

The mix of housing proposed for lots 2 and 3 has not yet been determined but will also be no greater than 2 storeys and 8 metres above the natural ground level.

The residents group steering committee met with councillors and staff to deliver their counter proposal.

The big stumbling block with any development on this site is the contamination, resident group spokesperson and former owner of the land Pat Spicer said. “Residents’ counter development proposal is contingent on any remediation at all being proven not to pose any risk to surrounding neighbours and the environment before starting. Without this proof, Noosa Council would leave itself open to a class action should one or more residents become ill with an illness related to the contamination at 62 Lake MacDonald Drive,“ Pat said.

“Basically, the proposal scales back the number of dwellings although the area for the proposed Coast2Bay development is larger than that on the council proposal. A recreational area adjoining the housing development is included. There was no recreational area on the council proposal. The space for cemetery expansion will be doubled and the trees will be maintained on the site in keeping with the council’s Cemetery Management Plan, June 2024. The Gympie Messmate (uncontaminated) area will be restored and used as a bush internment site. The Pine Tree area has a large amount of contamination. This area will be left untouched and have a Site Management Plan because of the contamination. Removing surface asbestos, mainly due to testing, and covering the area with soil and mulch is recommended by the residents’ group. Carrying out this restoration would leave the asbestos covered

in the soil and stabilised by the tree roots. The ecologically significant waterway would connect to the Gympie Messmate area creating a Central Park area on the site. This park area would connect to the recreational area for the Coast2bay housing development. A separate road entrance is proposed which would avoid the congestion at Dianella Court /Lake MacDonald Drive intersection and provide a second entrance for future cemetery area. Flooding in the area would not be exacerbated and soil erosion would be reduced because a large area of the site would be left stabilised by the vegetation. The over-scale proposal by council would place an unmanageable burden on infrastructure and services in Cooroy. This proposal reduces the impact on the site along with reducing the amount of traffic and other demands on Cooroy.

Interestingly, we have been told the 1999 council bought the land for two purposes - expansion of the cemetery and to ensure the land was not developed.“

Noosa Council’s Strategy and Environment Director Kim Rawlings said 62 Lake Macdonald Drive, Cooroy was a key site identified in Council’s Housing Strategy for housing to accommodate key local workers and residents on low incomes, which would help meet the housing targets imposed by the state.

“Council staff have met with residents of nearby Dianella Court and Viola Place to answer their questions and understand any concerns about the site remediation and subdivision process, and use of the site for housing,“ she said.

“Council is yet to go to tender for site reme-

diation, but staff have assured residents that any remediation process is highly regulated and must be managed by skilled specialists, with strict protocols in place to manage and mitigate any risks.

“Council welcomes the feedback residents provided during the recent meeting and staff will continue to work closely with the local community on the outcomes for this site.

Pat said the residents’ group were extremely grateful to Council for receiving their proposal in a positive manner and carrying out technical investigations as to the feasibility of the proposal.

“Residents and Council will meet again in two to three weeks once council has had time to fully investigate the proposal. Whether the proposal is feasible will then be known,“ she said.

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Proposed social and affordable housing site. (Supplied)

Your guide to the election

The next state general election will be held on Saturday 26 October and Noosa Today has asked Noosa’s current candidates the same six questions to help you decide on your vote before Election Day.

The early voting period is Monday 14 October to Friday 25 October from 8am-6pm (excluding the weekend) at Girraween Sports Complex, Cnr Eenie Creek Road and Langura Street, Noosa Heads, and Pomona Uniting Church, 27 Factory Street, Pomona.

• Postal vote applications close – Monday 14 October at 7pm.

• Election day – Saturday 26 October from 8am6pm.

• Postal vote return deadline – Tuesday 5 November.

Candidates:

• Queensland Greens Rhonda Prescott

• Independent Sandy Bolton

• ALP Mark Denham

• LNP Clare Stewart

1. Why did you get into politics?

RHONDA: Strong belief in the democratic process and the need for an alternative to the two old political parties who have really messed things up.

SANDY: As a local resident, like many, I grew frustrated of the inaction on identified issues in our community. Despite the clear need, projects sat undelivered in the two decades prior to my election, regardless of who held power in Government. The closure without commu-

nity consultation or notification in 2014 of our TAFE was another reason as it was an appalling waste of a multimillion-dollar facility. Over the last 7 years, having a local member aligned only to residents and our community – not a political party or ideology – has been liberating for Noosa. In this time, we have achieved so much, including the completion of long-standing local issues such as the Beckmans Road roundabout (Stage one of the Tewantin Bypass), Six Mile Creek Bridge #7, better management of the Noosa River, and finally about to embark on the repurposing of the decommissioned TAFE site.

MARK: I have always been in and around health my whole life – as a paramedic, and as a dad and now grandfather. What I know

is good health policies mean our communities are stronger, and supported. Labor has a plan for the people of Noosa to access better healthcare closer to home. Ensuring every member of our community has access to the best healthcare services possible is vital and it’s something our Labor government will provide if elected. This is all at risk under the LNP whose only plan is to cut healthcare and sack nurses.

CLARE: I ventured into politics back in 2019 when I ran for Mayor when I was driven by a deep desire to represent and advocate for our community. My involvement in local sporting and community groups, spurred by my three children, fuelled my passion to enhance the wonderful place we call home.

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2. What makes you qualified for this role?

RHONDA: My commitment to justice, democracy and integrity in politics. Decades of experience in leadership roles in business and community organisations in the Noosa area. Financial literacy. I am a Fellow of the Institute of Public Accountants (FIPA) and my professional qualifications include a Master of Commerce. I understand the pressures experienced by local people and businesses.

SANDY: For almost 35 years, I have lived, worked and raised my 3 children in the Noosa community. I hold formal qualifications in Social Innovation and have a diverse background in managerial and consultancy roles in tourism, agriculture, sporting, community, training and social services. Prior to becoming Noosa’s MP in 2017, I held roles such as NDIS project manager for disability service provider Sunshine Butterflies, founding member of Innovate Noosa, Director of the four local Bendigo Community Banks and Community Advisory Council Member of the Sunshine Coast Primary Health Network. In ad-

dition, was one of the original Noosa Councillor after deamalgamation. Since 2017 I have been the only elected independent State Member of Parliament, which is invaluable for both Noosa and Queensland to hold both sides to account, have sat on multiple portfolio committees, and chaired the Youth Justice Reform committee, the first independent chair in 20 years. This resulted in 60 recommendations to create greater safety now and into the future, with over half of those since April this year in progress, and I will be fighting to ensure that the remainder are actioned.

MARK: Having been a paramedic for most of my career and raising my family right here in Noosa, I know my local community very well. I enjoy spending time talking with the people of Noosa, and I believe that’s what makes a good local representative – someone who listens and acts. Noosa is the best place in the world to live and I want to keep it that way so as your Labor candidate I want to make sure we continue to have excellent local education, transport, and health resources.

CLARE: My diverse background as Noosa’s for-

mer Mayor, Barrister at Law, Board Director, wife, and mother equips me uniquely for this role. As Mayor I spent four years working tirelessly for our community. Recognising the gaps at the State level and the desperate need for a change in government compelled me not to seek re-election as Mayor, but to put my hand up to represent Noosa so I can address these issues directly as your representative.

3. What are your top three election priorities?

RHONDA: 1. Phasing out coal and gas. 2. Investing in TAFE to fix our skills shortage. 3. Fixing the housing crisis by implementing a range of measures including clamping down on residential homes being used for short term accommodation and providing publicly-built affordable homes.

SANDY: It is extremely difficult to keep to only three, as all needs in our community are important! Infrastructure - With Stage 1 of the Tewantin Bypass completed at the end of 2022 and $8.5 million now allocated to fast track the detailed designs and business case for the remaining stages; our efforts will be to see its full completion, as well other infrastructure needs within our

community, such upgraded boating infrastructure, pedestrian crossing needs in Pomona, and the construction of the Advanced Manufacturing Hub at Sunshine Beach High School. Health - To ensure Ramsay Health’s expansion plans for the Noosa Private Hospital as well associated increase in public contracts are actioned as soon as possible, as well the various mental health services I have been advocating for. Community Safety -To push the actioning of all recommendations from the former Youth Justice Reform Committee, an end to the dangers presented by illegal e-bikes and e-motorbikes, and ensuring our local police have adequate resources.

MARK: My priorities for are focussed on ensuring we have access to the best resources possible for our community that protects our idyllic lifestyle. This includes the best education for our students, worldclass health care facilities and ensuring every local has job opportunities to set them up for the future they want. All of which is under threat by the LNP who when last in government sacked teachers, nurses and police.

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LNP candidate Clare Stewart.

Independent candidate Sandy Bolton.

Your guide to the election

From page 5

As a healthcare professional, my biggest priority is seeing our community access better healthcare closer to home, but importantly, improving health services already being delivered to our community like upgrades to Nambour and Noosa hospitals.

As well as cost-of-living initiatives like Free TAFE which is getting more Queenslanders trained up and into good jobs.

CLARE: 1. Stop the high rise development proposals in Noosa. The LNP will stop the State Facilitated Development process and work with Council to ensure Noosa’s planning values are respected. This is my number one priority.

2. Making our community safer by boosting police numbers to tackle community concerns including those with e-scooters and e-bikes, and initiatives such as establishing a Safe Night Precinct in Noosa which provides additional police powers and resources.

3. Driving record investment in essential infrastructure including additional facilities for our boaties, pedestrian safety improvements in Pomona and much more.

4. What will you be doing to help curve cost of living pressures?

RHONDA: The Greens have plans to make sure everyone can see a bulk-billing doctor, to establish a publicly-owned bank which will offer lower interest rates on mortgages and to restrict rent increases .

SANDY: Our efforts will continue on genuine affordable housing for our workers and families that align with our community’s vision, the lowering of land tax threshold to provide relief to residents, tenants and local businesses alike, payroll tax as this contributes to the end prices being charged to consumers and supporting legislation that will see an end to the fuel and supermarket gouging, and increased insurance premiums.

MARK: The new Premier Steven Miles has a plan to provide cost of living relief to the people of Noosa. We will do this through $1000 energy rebates, 20 per cent off car rego, Free Kindy and Free TAFE. Free Kindy is a big priority for me as it shows ways the Miles Labor Government is investing in our young families. Our community is growing, and more younger families are moving here, we need to make sure we have the services ready for them.

CLARE: The LNP will prioritise cost of living relief for Queenslanders by delivering our maintenance guarantee to boost power supply and reduce electricity costs, stopping Labor’s patient’s tax to ensure people can continue to access primary health care when they need it, our new crime laws will drive down insurance costs, supporting 50c public transport fares, abolishing Stamp Duty on new home builds for first home buyers and more to ensure that all Queenslanders can benefit from more manageable living expenses.

5. How would you support Noosa Council’s Housing Strategy in tackling the proposed State Government’s high-rise housing development at Noosa Junction?

RHONDA: Firstly, at the time of writing this the building height for the proposed Noosa Junction development is currently unknown and there are many questions yet to be answered regarding this project. The Greens support democratic processes including the community consultation that goes into formulating local planning regulations and retaining local authority over planning decisions.

SANDY: In Parliament, we sought to halt the State Facilitated Development (SFD) process until detailed information became available to Noosa Council and residents on which to base their initial feedback, have spoken against this flawed process and outlined that State should work with Local Governments instead of overriding community endorsed planning policies and schemes.

Local planning decisions need to be made in Noosa not Brisbane, and in opposing the legislation that facilitated the SFD process due to its lack of definition of ‘affordable’, I continue to oppose a process that is being pushed through without the initial negotiations between state and local governments in efforts to deliver a good outcome for all. Changes like these remind us why it is so important to remain vigilant and independent of statewide political party agendas.

MARK: We need more homes, especially affordable ones – for our frontline crews, our teachers, hospitality workers and young families.

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. This is 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.

CLARE: The LNP has heard the voices of Noosa residents loud and clear and we have made a firm commitment to stop the 195-unit State Facilitated Development high rise development proposal. We absolutely need to ensure there is affordable housing in Noosa, but to achieve this an LNP government will engage with council and the community, not dictate to them. The only way to stop this development is to vote LNP.

6. It has been well-documented that live music is positive for all economies and enriches the cultural, economic, and social fabric of communities. Therefore, how would you work with the community to support Noosa Junction Association in its fight to sustain the live music scene at Noosa Junction?

RHONDA: The Greens support the provision

of live music in Noosa’s hospitality precinct at the Junction as a vital part of our economy. We have so many talented local musicians and it is a joy to see and hear them performing. However noise levels must be kept to a reasonable level in consideration of local residents. There is a role for both Council and State Government to formulate consistent regulations that strike a balance between competing claims from stakeholders.

SANDY: We are currently seeking Council’s support and involvement in hosting a community forum or roundtable for everyone to get together after the election to consider all perspectives and needs, and work together positively towards a good outcome.

MARK: The Miles Labor Government is doing what matters when it comes to investing in live music and fostering Queensland artists of the future. Labor is providing $1.6 million to support venues to grow and enhance the sustainability of their business as well as providing a stage for local musicians to develop their talents. The funding, available through the Growing Gigs Fund and the Live Music Venue Business Grants, will help the venues to diversify and develop a new range of opportunities for their business ventures, offset operational costs, and amplify the growth of the live music industry for local musicians and artists. We know how much cultural activity means to building resilient communities. I will always advocate for and work with the community to deliver results that matter to them.

CLARE: I agree that the live music scene in Noosa Junction is vital for the social fabric of our community. I am dedicated to ensuring an inclusive and balanced discussion among all stakeholders — artists, venues, residents, and local businesses to ensure that Noosa Junction remains a dynamic hub for live music that benefits everyone involved.

State pre-election forum for self-funded retirees

Australian Independent Retirees (AIR) Noosa is inviting local retirees to attend a state pre-election forum on Thursday 10 October, at 10am at Villa Noosa Hotel, Noosaville.

This forum offers self-funded retirees a unique opportunity to hear directly from candidates standing in the upcoming Queensland State Election, scheduled for Saturday 26 October.

The event will feature presentations from local candidates, including Sandy Bolton (Independent MP for Noosa), Clare Stewart (LNP candidate for Noosa), Mark Denham (ALP candidate for Noosa), Dan Purdie (LNP MP for Ninderry), and Jo Justo (ALP candidate for Ninderry). Each candidate will provide brief presentations, followed by an interactive Q&A session.

AIR Noosa president Margaret Mourik said, “This forum is an essential platform for selffunded retirees to connect with candidates and

understand how their policies will shape the future.”

“With Queensland’s ageing population

growing rapidly, retirees’ concerns need to be a priority in this election.”

With 16.6 per cent of Queensland’s popu-

lation now aged 65 and over, retirees face several pressing issues. These include rising utility costs, stamp duty on downsizing, and the need for improved public transport. AIR also advocates for modernising election processes, including the introduction of electronic voting, to make it easier for seniors to participate.

AIR is the leading body representing selffunded retirees at all levels of government. The organisation ensures that government policies support retirees in maintaining financial independence, contributing to the economy, and avoiding reliance on public funds.

Morning tea will be provided, and the event is free to attend, but seats are limited, so early bookings are encouraged.

For more details or to book your spot, visit the AIR Noosa Facebook page or book directly via trybooking.com/CVWYV To learn more about AIR and how it supports self-funded retirees, visit independentretirees.com.au

AIR Noosa is inviting local retirees to attend a State Pre-Election Forum on Thursday 10 October.

Mayors want Sandy

Noel Playford, Bob Abbot and Tony Wellington, as well as being former Mayors of Noosa, have something else in common.

They want Sandy Bolton to continue to be our State MP.

Between them they have close to 60 years of local government experience and many successful battles with state governments.

Noel Playford was elected four times as Mayor. He was leader from 1988 to 1997 and later from 2014 to 2016 when he re-established the council after heading the de-amalgamation campaign.

“Noosa voters can expect to see quite a campaign focus on whether an independent or a political party MP is better for the electorate. Perhaps the quality of our parliaments would be improved if voters thought more about the motivation of candidates instead. Elected members usually say they put the interests of their constituency first, then often put their own survival first by toeing the party line,” Noel said.

“I worked with Sandy when she was a Noosa Councillor from 2014 to 2016. I have followed her successful seven years as Noosa’s MP. Like many others, I have witnessed first-hand how much she really cares about people. The Noosa electorate is fortunate to have a proven performer to vote for and not just political party hacks.“

Bob Abbot was Mayor from 1997 to amalgamation in 2008 and was then the first Mayor of the amalgamated Sunshine Coast Regional Council for four years.

“In two terms, Sandy has completed major infrastructure projects previous State MPs only talked about, become proactive in dealing with local social housing issues which others have ignored and has proved to be an outstanding representative for us in Parliament,“ Bob said.

“She is a glowing example of how effective a hard-working independent Member can be. Those of us who have been involved in or have closely observed Noosa politics over many years are amazed at what she has made happen.“

Tony Wellington also worked alongside Sandy on the de-amalgamated Noosa Council. He ran the

council from 2016 to 2020.

“Sandy and I battled for the 2016 Noosa mayoralty,“ Tony said.

“I have worked with Sandy as our state representative, and I have nothing but respect for her. She is probably the hardest working Queensland parliamentarian. More importantly, Sandy is in politics for the right reasons: she has a genuine commitment to our region and is passionate about the welfare of its residents. When I was mayor, I could always count on Sandy to speak with complete honesty. I urge Noosa residents to get behind her.”

Little Mountain man, 27, killed in crash

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating following a traffic crash in Mooloolaba on Friday 4 October that resulted in the death of a 27-year-old Little Mountain man.

Initial investigations indicate at about 11.35am, a utility towing a caravan was travelling north on Brisbane Road when it veered into on-

coming traffic and struck five vehicles, including a parked vehicle, which was pushed into a pedestrian.

The pedestrian, the Little Mountain man, was taken to Sunshine Coast University Hospital in a critical condition.

He was later transported to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital where he subsequently passed away on Monday 7 October.

Police are urging anyone with information or dashcam footage of the incident to contact them and investigations are continuing.

Tesla driver dies in crash

the scene.

The other driver, a 17-year-old boy, was taken to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The Sunshine Coast Forensic Crash Unit are appealing to witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam vision to come forward.

Forensic Crash Unit investigations remain ongoing.

Former Noosa Mayors Bob Abbot, Tony Wellington and Noel Playford back Sandy Bolton MP and Noosa’s independence. (Supplied)

Fight is on

The alliance of local community organisations which gathered forces to fight the Queensland Government’s State Facilitated Developments proposed for Noosa Shire has welcomed the LNP announcement that it will ensure the developments are compliant with the local planning scheme.

Noosa Shire Residents & Ratepayers Association (NSR&RA), Peregian Beach Community Association (PBCA), and Noosa Parks Association (NPA) are all in agreement that the LNP’s commitment is the correct and rational response to the SFD debacle unleashed by Housing, Local Government and Planning Minister Meaghan Scanlon.

“If allowed to continue without alteration, the two SFD proposals for Noosa, one in Noosa Junction and the other in Tewantin, would see out-ofscale developments occur with zero regard for Noosa’s long-standing, historical development controls,“ said NPA’s Greg Reddaway.

“Noosa’s brand is reliant upon the very differences that define Noosa, and that includes the avoidance of big city symbols such as highrise buildings. Those differences are our market strength, our economic strength and what make

Noosa such a terrific place to live.“

As PBCA president Barry Cotterell said, “If they proceed as envisaged, the SFD developments will inevitably create an unwelcome precedent for Noosa, breaching the building height limits contained in the Noosa Plan and its proposed planning amendments. If the SFDs proceed in their current form, the door will be open for other high-rise developments to follow.“

“It’s important to note that each of our organisations agrees that effort needs to be made to ensure there is affordable housing in Noosa Shire,“ said NSR&RA’s Adrian Williams.

“None of us are opposed to affordable housing. We are, however, opposed to having our planning scheme, developed with considerable community input, sidelined and overridden. Affordable housing can be delivered within the guidelines established by the Noosa Plan, as our council has identified.“

“The LNP promise to ensure that any State Facilitated Developments are delivered in collaboration with the local council is music to our ears,“ said Greg Reddaway. “That is how these developments should have been approached from the very outset.“

Labor election promises

In the lead up to the election Queensland Labor this week announced several election promises.

Labor Premier Steven Miles released his Cheaper Energy Plan – his vision to establish a new state-wide publicly owned energy retailer and lock in an energy price guarantee, if elected this month.

Through this retailer, all Queensland households and businesses will have access to more competition in the energy market, pushing down prices across the board.

And through an energy price guarantee, Labor has committed to keeping energy prices in Queensland lower than the average mainland national energy market price if elected.

On the Sunshine Coast, the $14.2 billion Borumba Pumped Hydro Project will be delivered as part of its $107 billion Big Build program that’s funding massive investments in the region’s energy network.

LNP election promises

As the election nears LNP this week issued a raft of election promises.

The LNP has committed to deliver new boating infrastructure to improve access to the Noosa River if elected.

“Current facilities are at, or over capacity and this has led to flow-on impacts in terms of parking and other congestion issues around existing boat ramps,“ LNP Noosa candidate Clare Stewart said.

• The LNP announced a Queensland first agriculture innovation fund. The Sowing the Seeds of Farming Innovation fund will be kickstarted with a $30 million investment and is designed to attract the best and brightest research opportunities to Queensland, in partnership with industry and universities under the Cooperative Research Centre model, to unearth the world’s best farming innovation.

• The LNP announced it would make Works for Queensland a permanent program of the State. The LNP has locked-in more than $100 million for local government programs every year, leaving the door open for future increases if take up from Councils is strong, as expected.

• If elected LNP vows to build a second interchange on the Sunshine Motorway at Mt Coolum, delivering two new south facing ramps off the Motorway at Mt Coolum, to connect with Council’s proposed extension of South Coolum Road.

• LNP Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson said the $40 million project would deliver infrastructure that would help divert through traffic off David Low Way and back onto the Sunshine Motorway, as well as relieving pressure on dangerous local roads such as Toolga Street and Tanah Street West.

• The LNP promised to roll out a GPS tracking program for high-risk domestic and family violence offenders, as part of its Safer Families, Safer Communities policy. Under the pilot program, the LNP says it will protect

victims of domestic and family violence by stopping DV offenders in their tracks with a GPS tracking program that monitors their location and sounds an alarm if the offender gets close to where the victim lives or works. LNP also vows to deliver three new Beyond DV Hope Hubs providing safe, hidden places for victims to receive wrap around support in shopping centres in key spots around the state.

• The LNP announced its Games On! program, a $250 million community Olympic and Paralympic legacy fund for local clubs across the state for the sports infrastructure to inspire future gold medal winners in Brisbane 2032 and many more Olympics and Paralympics to come.

• LNP Leader David Crisafulli said Games On! would deliver new or upgraded fields and courts, clubhouses, changerooms, or lighting – all designed to expand the capacity of local clubs and get more Queenslanders on the field.

• The LNP promised nine new specialist early intervention programs including one on the Sunshine Coast for wayward teens. The Regional Reset Program will offer intensive intervention for out-of-control youths who are careening toward lives of crime. Facilities will provide a one to three week “reset” for those demonstrating high-risk behaviour, with the live-in programs to intervene and divert youths before they become entangled in a web of crime.

Other Sunshine Coast projects as part of the $107 billion Big Build include a $40 million for a Local Renewable Energy Zone pilot in Caloundra; $109.8 million for the Bells Creek Central Zone Substation to help support residential growth; and $16.4 million for the Maleny Substation rebuild.

Labor Premier Steven Miles announced their Better Boating, Camping and Fishing plan which includes:

Building new, accessible boat ramps and car parks to make it easier to get out on the water Free annual pass to fish in dams, with more stocked dams, more fish stock and better recreational facilities for campers and anglers alike

net free zone in the Mary River and removal of gill nets from the Great Barrier Reef by 2027.

Labor Noosa candidate Mark Denham announced the Labor Government would deliver up to $950,000 for a new pedestrian refuge crossing at Factory Street, Pomona, if elected.

The Sunshine Coast is one of the fastest growing regions and a re-elected Labor Government is supporting that growth through massive investments in transport projects.

Labor says the 2,000 MW renewable energy projectwillprovidethelong-durationenergystorage needed to reliably transition to Queensland’s future clean energy system.

Net Free Zone Fund to establish new net free fishing zones in Moreton Bay after community consultation, to make more fish available for recreational fishers while protecting dugongs, turtles and dolphins.

It will play a key role in reaching Queensland’s renewable energy targets of 80 per cent renewables by 2035 and net zero emissions by 2050.

The combination of net free fishing zones in Moreton Bay to be implemented after community consultation, alongside the recently announced

This builds on their recent funding boost for the Tewantin Bypass, Beckmans Road planning project, taking the total investment so far to $8.5 million to complete planning, including preparation of a Business Case.

Queensland LNP leader David Crisafulli.

Labor Premier David Miles

Tewantin SFD site. (Supplied)

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LifeFlight crews airlifted patients to hospital in two separate incidents on the weekend.

Airlifts after dog attack and quad bike incident

The Sunshine Coast-based LifeFlight aeromedical crew airlifted patients to Sunshine Coast University Hospital in two separate incidents last Sunday.

On Sunday afternoon a man in his 40s was airlifted to hospital after he suffered a dog bite.

It is believed the man was camping on a private property in the Sunshine Coast region, when a dog belonging to another camper, bit him on the face.

Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) paramedics treated the man for significant facial injuries before the helicopter arrived.

The rescue chopper landed in a paddock about 3.30pm and he was taken to hospital in a stable condition.

On Sunday night the Sunshine Coast-based aeromedical crew airlifted a girl to hospital after she was run over by a quad bike.

It is believed the primary school aged girl was a passenger of the quad bike, driven by her friend on a private property in the Gympie region.

The patient is understood to have fallen off and under the quad bike when the rear wheel rolled over her chest.

Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) paramedics treated her at the scene for chest injuries including possible broken ribs and drove her to the LifeFlight helicopter, which landed at a school oval at 7.30pm.

The girl was airlifted to hospital in a stable condition.

Stepping off the path...

Stepping off the path to sit under a canopy of bushland and banksias, Pam Walpole and Adrienne Williams have collaborated on an exhibition of paintings featuring one of their favourite areas - the Noosa National Park and surrounds.

Both artists share a love of being outside and a delight for the peace and the drama of wild places. It has been the cornerstone for their art practices across the past 30 years.

Pam and Adrienne both paint their contemporary stories of nature in very different ways yet through a similar process of immersion and study.

“Pam and I met about 35 years ago and have circled back into each other’s lives. As artists who work outdoors, we often step off the path together to get a different viewpoint, so to do that alongside another artist opens the viewpoint even further,” Adrienne Williams said.

“My pieces are a celebration of coming back to the banksia as a form and returning to painting

after a hiatus.”

This new joint exhibition showcases Adrienne’s colourist oil paintings on board and canvas, alongside Pam’s minimalist mixed media works on canvas and paper, as well as a small collection of collaborative works on both unstretched canvas and paper.

For more information contact the gallery directors Joe and Erin (07) 5471 7366 or visit coolartgallery.com.au/gallery

DETAILS:

• Exhibition: Pam Walpole and Adrienne Williams from 7 - 29 October, 2024

• Opening reception: Saturday 12 October 5 – 7 pm

• Where: ca Gallery, 4-5/43 Access Crescent, Coolum Beach

More information: (07) 5471 7366, art@ coolartgallery.com.au or visit coolartgallery.com. au/gallery

Adrienne Williams and Pam Walpole. (Supplied)

Hundreds take on the Great Noosa Trail Walk

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Shaun said the event was enhanced this year by “beautifully fine weather” though the hot day on Sunday had them deploying extra water and advising everyone to get out on the trails early.

“Everyone padded on through and enjoyed a cold beer at the end of the day,” Shaun said.

Apart from a couple of sprains and some tired muscles “it’s gone really well” he said.

One of the highlights in addition to the landscape was dinner under the stars provided by the Kin Kin Community. “It was just terrific,” he said.

The GNTW event gives walkers an opportunity to see the natural world of the Noosa Hinterland at a relaxed pace. This experience is supported by local communities who provide local hospitality. Community groups provide logistics support with luggage, hot meals, and morning tea.

Behind the scenes was Sharon Collins who said “all went to plan”.

“For the community it’s really great to see what we can do with people coming together and just working together to make amazing events like this,” Sharon said.

“We’ve been prepping for about a week, hosing toilets down, getting fields ready, getting bindis out of the grass so it’s nice for camping. All that prepping beforehand goes on, then we have to do all the shopping, nutting out how much of this and that. You have 260 walkers coming for breakfast. It was very well organised.”

For more information visit greatnoosatrailwalk.com

Ready to run

By Greens candidate Rhonda Prescott

When the Greens first proposed $1 fares in 2017 and then free public transport in 2020, the major parties told us it was impossible, and yet now we have 50c fares getting more people onto public transport and cars off the road.

Growing our influence in Parliament will allow us to push for more “impossible” things, like stopping new coal and gas.

As a long-term Noosa local, I love our community and believe in backing our local community in on the issues that affect us.

As an accountant with decades of experience working in various industries and voluntary work in many local community organisations, I have the necessary knowledge and skills to serve the Noosa community as your representative in

State Parliament.

Every vote for The Greens signals to all elected representatives and whoever forms government that you care about people and the environment.

No vote is wasted because Queensland’s full preferential voting system for the state election means that even if your first choice misses out, your vote will flow to other candidates.

The old parties have not served us well.

I choose to represent the Greens as the only party with a coherent vision for a future for all of us.

• Email rhonda.prescott@qld.greens.org.au

• Visit greens.org.au/qld/person/rhondaprescott and facebook.com/Rhonda-PrescottGreens-for-Noosa-109115337563838/

Protection of our natural resources is essential to many businesses in this region - from tourism to food production, and is central to the Greens policy platform.

We care about people. The Greens will fund investment in social housing, genuinely free public health and education - by raising the royalties paid by large mining corporations.

This is politics done differently. Unlike the other parties, the Greens do not accept corporate donations.

Greens candidate Rhonda Prescott. (Supplied)

Jo Jenkins, Sonia Lynch, Kim Harratt and Louise Armstrong.

Noosa hosts equity talks

This October, Noosa will welcome leaders from across Australia and the world as Country to Coast Queensland (CCQ) hosts the 2024 Advancing Equity Summit at Peppers Resort Noosa on Kabi Kabi Country.

From October 17-18 experts, policymakers, and community advocates will gather for two days of collaborative discussions on how to tackle inequity in health, education, housing, and more.

As part of the event, a special pre-event screening will take place on the evening of October 16, featuring the film In My Blood It Runs and a Q&A session with First Nations advocate and actor Dujuan Hoosan. The summit will feature Dr Michael McAfee, president of PolicyLink in the US, as the keynote speaker, who will explore how equity can be embraced by all. Professor Ingrid Burkett, Director at Griffith Centre for Systems Innovation, will lead thought-provoking discussions, and Dr Norman Swan, host of ABC Radio National’s Health Report and What’s That Rash?, will MC the event and facilitate key conversations.

Attendees will also be invited to experience an Augmented Reality Walk, designed to uncover hidden stories of inequity and bring to light the deepseated systemic challenges that often go unnoticed. Local healthcare professionals are strongly encouraged to attend, with CPD points available.

The summit is also relevant for community leaders, educators, policymakers, and others working to create fairer outcomes in their fields. This event provides a rare opportunity to connect closely with leaders driving national and global conversations on equity and learn practical strategies for making a difference locally. Limited tickets are still available, and local attendees are urged to secure their spot before the event sells out.

Julie Sturgess, chief executive officer of Country to Coast Queensland, said: “We’re thrilled to bring

this important summit to the Sunshine Coast. At CCQ, we see firsthand the impact of inequity on communities, and this summit provides a space for us to come together and start driving meaningful change. We encourage local health professionals, educators, and community leaders to join us in this critical conversation.”

With national and international guests, the 2024 Advancing Equity Summit is set to inspire and equip attendees to lead real change in their own communities.

Standard two-day tickets are $1500 and include the pre-event film screening, a full program of sessions on Thursday and Friday, including an onCountry experience, the interactive augmented reality walk, plus morning and afternoon teas, lunches, and a networking event with dinner and entertainment on Thursday evening.

For more information and to register, visit equitycolab.org

Men’s breakfast hears from college principal

Rev’d Chris Ivey, principal of St Andrew’s Anglican College since 2007, will on Saturday 19 October, share how his Christian faith shapes his professional leadership style and personal life at a Men’s Breakfast at 7.30am, at Sunshine Beach Surf Club.

Chris is married to Elizabeth, and together they have four children, all of whom graduated from St Andrew’s and was instrumental in planting the Peregian congregation.

He is passionate about schools that strive for excellence and are committed to genuine Christian ministry. Originally an English and drama teacher, Chris later pursued theological studies, was ordained and became a College Chaplain.

This year St Andrew’s Anglican College, at Peregian Springs, was acknowledged as the Secondary School of the Year (non-government) at the Australian Education Awards.

The awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of the country’s top-performing schools, principals, department heads and teachers.

The college’s strategic plan undertook a significant revamp last year, crafted with input from stakeholders. The plan charts an ambitious course, focusing on the building of staff and student personal capacity.

“Our focus on building personal capacity is the central pillar and is the key to our strategic plan and point of difference for our school,” Chris said.

“Thisfocusensureseverypartofeachchild’s educational journey is based around equipping them to be the best they can be, to find purpose and move confidently into their futures.”

Key to this has been the development and implementation of a Personal Capacity Transcript, which captures and reports on the holistic growth of every student and sits alongside

academic reporting.

All secondary students provide evidence and self-reflections on their involvement, learning and growth from activities inside and outside the college.

Once the evidence for one of the credit outcomes is submitted, these are ‘endorsed’ by their mentor teacher through a coaching conversation.

It can be used for job applications, university entry portfolios and celebrating the learning that takes place due to each child’s unique gifts and passions.

“We are one of the first schools in the country to implement a self-evidenced and teacherendorsed learner profile, and we believe it will be the driver for celebrating the whole child and their growth in personal capacity,” Chris said.

For tickets visit anglicanchurchnoosa.org

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St Andrew’s Principal Rev Chris Ivey with Head of Ministry Mr Tim Barrett. (Supplied)

Noosa will host an equity summit this month.

A final wish fulfilled

It was Dr Tony Monks wish to have his ashes scattered across a cricket field in the village he came from in Lancashire and one his wife Carol more than fulfilled.

It took three years before Carol felt ready to make the journey to England from which she has recently returned to fulfil Tony’s wishes following his death at the age of 86 years.

While whiling away the hours in the aircraft on the journey to England she reflected on their lives, and remembered how important Tony’s time with the RAF had been to him, as he had documented in detail in a book he had written about his life.

“I thought, he was a member of Bomber Command on the outskirts of the village of Naphill,“ Carol said.

“I could go there and secretly scatter some ashes under the wings of the planes.“

She headed to Naphill, staying at a cottage near the base and realised there was quite a lot of security around it.

“The person who owned the cottages where I stayed had also been a member of Bomber command,“ she said. “He came with me.“

Carol scattered some of Tony’s ashes under the wing of a Spitfire and felt really happy to have done it.

“He would have been very pleased if he did know,“ she said.

“Tony was in the RAF for two years from 1960 in Cyprus in North Africa and a third year in England. It was such an important time in his life. Then he went into the National Health Service to work.“

Carol had met Tony, an anaesthetist at the time, in London. She was a Registered Nurse who had travelled from Australia to stay and work in England.

One night she was asked by a male friend from St Vincent’s hospital to accompany him to a party in Nottinghill Gate, as his fiance.

Obvious to her the friend was gay but not ac-

knowledging it, so she said, “of course“.

Soon after they arrived at the party her friend disappeared and she had no idea how she would get home.

“That was when Tony came over and offered me a lift,“ Carol said.

Their relationship blossomed from there. The couple married soon after and had three children in England before moving to Australia in the 1970s.

“He missed England and his friends,“ she said,

Denham to make his ‘mark’

Mark Denham is a Noosa local who has devoted his career to serving our community as a paramedic.

He’s raised his family here and is a committed advocate for quality healthcare across the Sunshine Coast.

Understanding the importance of accessible healthcare, Mark knows that only a Labor Government will support our health workers and deliver more healthcare, closer to home for his community.

He knows firsthand the LNP’s record of cuts to

public health care, standing against their brutal cuts to local ambulance services.

As your local Labor candidate, Mark’s focus is on ensuring the Sunshine Coast remains a safe and beautiful place to live for his grandkids and our future generations.

so they returned. But they arrived during a miners strike when “the country was in a mess and there was a shortage of everything“ and Tony decided they should return to Australia.

“He was doing anaesthetics when I met him. He was never home. He decided to go into general practice. Out here he was a GP.“

The family lived in Sydney’s northern beaches for 25 years, Carol working as an RN in a war veterans hospital in Sydney, a job she loved.

“It was a lovely place to bring up the children,“ she said of Sydney’s northern beaches.

The couple moved to Noosa 24 years ago to follow their children who, having found Sydney too expensive for real estate, had headed to the Sunshine Coast.

Carol still travels to Sydney annually to catch up with colleagues.

Carol and Tony built a house on Lake Weyba, then a few years ago, downsized to a property in Coolum, close to their daughter, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Last month Carol returned from her journey during which she visited places that had been important to the couple including Rye where they were married, had their honeymoon and 50 years later celebrated their golden anniversary. She reconnected with some of the couple’s old friends including one who Tony had known since the age of eight and who accompanied Carol to the cricket grounds to scatter his remaining ashes and fulfil his wish.

“I’m so happy with how it went,“ Carol said. “I’m so relieved I didn’t let him down.“

He is committed to ensuring we receive the best health services, local schools, job opportunities and ongoing investment for Noosa.

For more information, visit queenslandlabor. org/mark-denham/

Carol and Tony Monk. (Supplied)

Carol Monk sprinkles ashes of her late husband Tony under the wing of a Spitfire at Bomber Command. (Supplied)

Labor candidate for Noosa Mark Denham with Queensland Premier Steven Miles. (Supplied)

Fight against Parkinsons

Thursday 3 October marked the day that the Sunshine Coast Parkinsons community came together to celebrate and share all things relating to Parkinsons Disease.

With over 2000 Sunshine Coast residents plus up to 14,000 partners, carers and families also living the Parkinsons journey, it was truly a day to celebrate.

Speakers included Shake it Up Australia chief executive officer Vicki Miller, sharing the news that their partnership with the Michael J Fox Foundation had seen the life changing development of the discovery of a Biomarker which will assist with the diagnosis of Parkinsons Disease, much earlier than is presently the case.

This work has taken 10 years and cost over $500 million dollars.

Cures don’t come cheap and take a mountain of work and dedication.

Also speaking on the day was Dr Quentis De Vries, Geriatrician Neurologist, Barbara Culinan, physiotherapist from the Parkinsons centre, dieticians, speech pathologists, representatives from Parkinsons Queensland, carers gateway and of course nurse navigators specialising in Neurology, Rachel and Ryan from the Sunshine Coast University Hospital.

With over 250 attendees, plus displays from all sectors involved with the delivery of care to the Parkinson’s community and sharing news about potential environmental influences of PD.

The venue Maroochy RSL was a terrific central location, with easy access for all.

All for the purpose of educating, and sharing information relating to Parkinsons Disease.

Trek Ready Himalayas continues to support Shake It Up Australia and is encouraged and excited by the discovery of the biomarker, which will now speed the process towards better outcomes for people living with Parkinsons Disease.

Trek for Parkinsons 2025 is a collaboration between the Silver Fox Initiative and Trek Ready Himalayas and is all about raising awareness and funds for Shake it up Australia to slow stop and cure the Parkinsons puzzle. Want to help out and join the fundraising trek then contact Gary McKitterick Gillett on 0409 573951 or make a tax deductible donation via this link our-fundraisers.raisely.com/ everesttrek2025

Be serenaded by CBD Trio

Southern Cross Soloists (SXS), ‘the stars of Australian chamber music’ (Limelight), are set to present the CBD Trio at the Majestic Theatre, Pomona, at 2pm on Sunday 27 October as part of their critically acclaimed Sunset Soiree Recital Series.

SXS, a national ensemble of virtuosic musicians, have successfully operated from Brisbane for 29 years and are Company in Residence, at the prestigious Queensland Performing Art CentreQPAC.

The CBD Trio first performed together in August of this year as part of SXS’s chamber music festival on Tamborine Mountain and received a five-star review from Limelight.

CBD Trio features acclaimed leading soloists who have delighted audiences overseas and across Australia throughout their individual illustrious careers.

JoinRogerCui(principalpianistatQueensland Ballet), Margaret Blades (violinist and acting co-

artistic director of Southern Cross Soloists), and György Deri (award-winning Hungarian cellist) for a recital of virtuosic music-making.

Margaret Blades said, “We are thrilled to bring our CBD Trio to the beautiful township of Pomona and can’t wait to play for you all in the historic Majestic Theatre.”

“We have so much fun playing together. SXS is deeply committed to bringing virtuosic music to regional towns.”

Event program:

• Haydn - “Gypsy Rondo” Piano Trio No. 39 in G Major

• Beethoven - Piano Trio No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 1, No. 3.

• What: Southern Cross Soloists presents: CBD Trio

• When: 2pm Sunday 27 October

• Where: The Majestic Theatre, 3 Factory Street, Pomona

Spring HUB now open

A new disability activity centre opened in the heart of Tewantin on 2 October with excited participants, families, carers and community members.

Spring HUB is fun and inclusive space for people with disabilities to come together for skill building and social connection.

The HUB is an expansion of Spring Lifestyle Supports, a non-profit NDIS provider that has been operating in the local area since 2022.

The dedicated and experienced team share the same values while providing support for people with disabilities to live independently in their own homes and to access social and community activities.

The HUB evolved from a conversation between Spring Lifestyle Supports founder, Karen Disney, Board member Karen (Kaz) Raison and new Spring HUB coordinator, Jaxs Barrett, who brings many years of experience in the disability sector to her new role.

Following an extensive search, the perfect location in the centre of the Tewantin community was identified and work to transform the building into a bright and welcoming space began in June of this year.

At the official opening, Sandy Bolton MP said “the three amigos” (Karen, Kaz and Jaxs) were beautiful people doing incredible things with love, and they have created a magical space.

Spring HUB plans to support not only the participants who attend, but also their families and carers.

The HUB is a safe space where people with disabilities can come and spend time doing activities, playing games, socialising, cooking, music, singing and dancing, doing arts and crafts, or getting active out in the community, and doing all those things that make life fun and fulfilling.

“We share a vision to provide a safe and nurturing environment within the community where people with disabilities can come

together and be supported in a truly personal way where the focus is on their individual strengths, abilities and interests,“ Karen said.

“We are proud of our collaborations with other local providers including NEO Caring and Tribe Social and Community.

“Going forward, we are focused on providing a bespoke, individualised and caring disability service.

“We are evolving daily and value feedback from participants, families and carers to ensure we are meeting the needs of the community.“

Spring HUB is located on the corner of Poinciana Avenue and Pelican Street, Tewantin (next to the post office) and they welcome visitors at any time.

The CBD Trio are set to perform at the Majestic Theatre, Pomona. (Stephen Henry Photography)

Jaxs Barrett, Karen Disney, Sandy Bolton (with Coco), Karen Raison. (Supplied)

The Sunshine Coast Parkinsons community came together at the Maroochy RSL. (Supplied)

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Fight against SFD not over

While the LNP’s commitment to collaborate on the Noosa SFDs is cautiously welcomed, the issue is more than about opposition to Noosa high rise. The fight against the SFD process is far from over.

As with most political statements – particularly at election time – the devil is in the detail. And Jarrod Bleijie’s media release gives no indication that the LNP will repeal the HAAPOLA legislation and allow local councils to make their own planning decisions in the future.

The LNP statement needs to be seen in the context of the current election campaign.

At no time during the debate on the HAAPOLA legislation did Jarrod Bleijie or any of his LNP colleagues commit to a repeal or amendment of the legislation that gives legal effect to the state facilitated development (SFD) process.

Remember, the LNP was complicit in waving through the HAAPOLA legislation.

While promises to consult with Noosa Council is one thing, what is really required is a solid commitment that local councils will be the final decision makers on planning and not the CEO of the state planning department.

Once the controversy over the current Noosa SFD applications dies down, what of the future? Will the SFD process still stand under a future LNP government? Will the measures that allow the State to ignore and override local planning schemes, local councils and the community, while removing the right of appeal to the Planning and Environment Court, still stand?

OSCAR, the peak Organisation of Sunshine Coast Association of Residents, has come out strongly against the legislation and has called on all candidates across the Sunshine Coast to commit to repealing the SFD legislation.

I somewhat fear that the LNP’s commitment to “put the brakes on Labor’s approval of a 195unit, six storey development” at Noosa will be but a temporary respite.

The battle to protect the community’s right to determine its planning future is far from over.

John Hare, Marcus Beach

Damned lies and statistics

David Chrisafulli’s novel pledge to resign as Premier in four years’ time if crime victim numbers have not fallen is one of the most unusual and risky promises ever made by an Australian politician. If he fails to deliver, he will be hoisted on his own petard, which would be unfortunate because he no doubt has good intentions.

However, there is always some wriggle room when it comes to the use and abuse of statistics. As the saying goes, there are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies and statistics. Statistics can be

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manipulated to strengthen weak arguments or support a particular case, while errors in the interpretation of statistics can lead to incorrect conclusions.

Throughout the current election campaign there has been much emphasis on crime, but little detail about how it is proposed to reduce crime to a level where the general public feels safe. If it’s just going to be more of “lock ‘em up” or “send em out bush” then we are simply being promised new versions of penal transportation and incarceration on rotting hulks. Such methods of crime reduction were formerly used in England against adults and children without success, as they failed to address the underlying problems of poverty and injustice.

Is there any answer to the seemingly intracta-

ble problem of crime? In his inspiring book “The Prophets” (1962), the distinguished Rabbi Abraham Heschel stated the following:

“Above all, the prophets remind us of the moral state of a people. Few are guilty, but all are responsible. If we admit that the individual is in some measure conditioned or affected by the spirit of society, an individual’s crime discloses society’s corruption. In a community not indifferent to suffering, uncompromisingly impatient with cruelty and falsehood, continually concerned for God and every man, crime would be infrequent rather than common.”

Bill Bodkin, Tewantin

Motorbike laws apply

Motorcycle definition -”A motorised vehicle for one or two passengers that has two wheels and is steered by a handlebar from a saddle-style seat.”

The legal difference between an e-bike and motorcycle - “An e-bike is an electrically assisted pedal cycle which is equipped with an electric motor to assist a rider when they are pedalling. By law it cannot propel the rider on its own or exceed 25kph - if it does, it is classed as a motorcycle or moped.”

The Queensland Motorcycle Riders Guide regarding footpaths states: “You must not ride on a footpath except when you are moving across from a driveway or parking space into or from the road.”

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How to keep summer cool

When Gareth Duggan planned to build his family home, he considered it from a perspective of sustainability, focusing on sustainability and affordability for his family.

Recently interviewed as part of Rewiring Noosa – Electrify Everything’s focus, Gareth had a lot to contribute about how to plan ahead for the often harsh Queensland climate and how best to leverage the sun for great rewards, both financial and emotional.

A very important consideration for Gareth even before it came to appliance planning, was the insulation in the home’s walls and ceilings. By insulating all walls and ceilings, he has greatly reduced the need for mechanical cooling or heating and lessened the requirement for large and costly appliances. Without adequate wall insulation, your home could be losing as much as 25 per cent of your home’s heat in winter and gaining up to 25per cent more heat in summer.

This reduces the size of the air conditioning system required to heat and cool a building. By reducing the unit size, this reduces the cost to buy and the amount of energy required to heat and cool your home.

“We chose split systems over a ducted system because split systems are far more energy efficient for the space”, explains Gareth.

“Combining insulation with reducing energy consumption using efficient appliances, then electrifying everything so that you are using largely the energy that you produce, automating use with timers to use appliances like air-conditioning units and heat pumps at the sunniest time of day”.

“We just wanted to be in a position where financially we weren’t stressed to live comfortably whilst knowing that we are doing our best for the environment. We are only on this earth for a short time. We have an ability to either do good or alternatively, to live very selfishly”.

For those who have purchased existing homes where walls and ceilings are already lined, a number of options are available for insulation. It is easy to retrofit insulation batts into attics and ceiling voids, despite sometimes being a labour intensive task.

Walls can be a little trickier although it is indeed possible to insulate existing wall cavities if you are certain there is no insulation at all. Under the right circumstances, certain types of insulation can be installed directly into a wall through small holes, including injection foam and blownin cellulose. Injection foam insulation is applied as a liquid and very slowly expands in size. The slow rise of injection foam allows it to fill even

the tiniest holes and cracks where energy could escape, however that does also mean it can leak out in unexpected areas. This is a double-edged sword, but ultimately it means a very good air seal has been achieved.

An important consideration when deciding how and when to insulate is whether you are likely to alter or renovate walls as each of the above methods can result in lots of mess when re-opened.

Glazing is another significant consideration for many, with double and even triple glazing available on many types of windows as well as very low cost and efficient films which can be added to your glazing at manufacture stage to give both privacy and protection against the elements.

If you are interested in finding out more, visit ZEN Inc. website at zeroemissionsnoosa.com/ rewiring-noosa

Here you’ll find Gareth’s video about his selection of Heating & Cooling and other video stories about energy saving options such as EV’s, Energy Monitoring and Home Batteries to save on your energy costs, toolkits, online calculators and much more. For any queries, please contact us at info@zeroemissionsnoosa.com

Local resident, Piper, enjoys Fika’s cool airconditioning during the hotter months. (Supplied)

Fight to keep local stories alive

Our local stories are at risk without our fair share of government advertising.

This election, over 60 independent local newspapers across regional queensland will report extensively on grassroots issues, giving locals a voice on the future of our state.

Most government advertising spend goes to big city media and tech giants, who don’t employ local journalists or publish local news.

If you take away the papers, you take away our local stories.

The Victorian Government acted to protect its regional news media by mandating a ‘page per

week’ of government advertising spend in every regional and community newspaper.

Our independent newspapers employ hundreds of local journalists and publish thousands of local stories, and during election periods are often the only media dedicated to reporting on local election issues.

An equitable share of government advertising will help ensure that regional newspapers remain a beacon of truth, connection and resilience. We need to act now for change.

Authorised by Wendy Creighton, 7 Church St, Boonah QLD

From page 16

Virtually every e-bike rider that you see around town is rarely using the pedals on their electrically motorised bike which clearly proves they are using them as a motorcycle and therefore they don’t belong on the footpaths. If they are afraid to ride on the road, or in the bike lanes, perhaps they should find another way of getting around. Let’s be honest, the number of kids with powerful e-bikes has become a danger to pedestrians. If nothing else, this phenomena is a health and safety risk that councils and the Qld Government need to address.

The laws already exist to stop e-bikes from riding on the footpaths and to require them to be registered as motorcycles which also requires having a driver’s licence. Simple logic.

It appears to me that the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads has put administering e-bikes in the too-hard-basket.

Woody Dass, Noosaville

Pacemakers

and induction cookers don’t mix

The headline on the Zero Emissions advertisement (NT 27/09) claims that induction cooktops are “Good for health and pocket”.

They aren’t, if you have a pacemaker; in fact, quite the opposite.

An induction cooktop works by passing an electric current through a coiled copper wire underneath the cooking surface, which creates a magnetic current throughout the cooking pan to produce heat.

A pacemaker is vulnerable to disruption when it’s exposed to magnetism, and the warning comes with every implant. The safe separation from an induction cooktop is nominally 3 feet (914mm). Wearers of older pacemakers can’t have an MRI, or subject themselves to metal detectors, such as those used for airport security.

Recently, a friend who wears both a defibrillator and a pacemaker with an alert alarm linked to her mobile phone suffered a bad fright when the alarm sounded. An ambulance was called and she spent the night in hospital under observation. The cause was identified as the proximity of the magnet on her name tag to the devices.

Zero Emissions’ enthusiasm for its mission needs to be tempered by balanced, well-informed reporting.

John Deshon AM, Noosaville

High rise on the horizon

Sunday was a beautiful day – a classic early summer’s day in this special place that we live. I stood by the boat ramp at the Noosa Marina and looked back down the river at the fishermen on the jetty and the boats bouncing over the chop. The banks were bound by greenery. I couldn’t see any rooftops above the trees: an idyllic and very pretty view, uniquely Noosa. Then the depressing thought hit me that this is about to change. High rise is on the horizon. It is heartbreaking. This is a plea to the local candidates in the forthcoming election to lobby your party leaders to get them to commit to respecting our planning scheme so that no State Facilitated Development application breaks our height or other codes. The HAAPOLA legislation brought us the SFD onesize-fits-all-rushed-solution to the state’s housing crisis. It needs repealing or amending. This solution does not fit Noosa – a jewel in the crown of Australia. Our planning schemes have saved us over the years from the wrong development but the SFD process removes that protection. In this process democracy is flouted and we are mere bystanders. The developer deals direct with the state government, our planning scheme means nothing and we cannot appeal the outcome they choose - I kid you not. This is not Noosa NIMBYism - other local governments also are beginning to wake up to the horrors of this ill conceived legislation. We wrangled de-amalgamation, let’s sort this out too!

Jane

Tillson, Tewantin

Anti-social street behaviour

We decided to venture to Ipswich from Nambour Station on a 3-hour rail journey for a mere 50 cents. It was as if we crossed a border into another country at Booval where a group of young people boarded and swore loudly at each other perhaps to overcome the noise of riding their scooters up and down the aisle.

The antisocial behaviour was an alert when

we disembarked at Ipswich Station at 9.30am on a Wednesday.

Confronting us was a squad of uniformed police wanding and patting down some passengers with a sniffer dog at the ready. The officers found one man carrying seven knives.

After extricating ourselves from the swirling blue uniforms we set off to catch a bus as we met more police in the street. An officer said the operation was under Jack’s Law introduced in response to the stabbing death of 17-year-old Jack Beasley in 2019.

The media captured the action with street crime an issue in the state election.

The bus took us to the Rail Museum Workshops. They were most enjoyable and revealed that anti-social street behaviour is not new in Queensland.

A report by the accountant for the railway company building the North Coast Line over a century ago said the navvies’ behaviour was a challenge for law-abiding citizens.

George Henderson wrote, ”The day following payday (Sunday morning), the usual thing was to see men lying about all over the place, suffering a recovery from the night before. During the Sunday, which was always a wild day, the men continued to fight among themselves all day, and right away until dark. In fact, I have seen them many a time fighting by candlelight. It was no use trying to stop them. Even the policemen could do nothing. There was nothing else but to let them fight, until they could fight no more.

I doubt whether our next Queensland Government will adopt that laissez-faire strategy.

Garry Reynolds, Peregian Springs

Noise and music

Let’s get the facts right regarding music in the Junction. The venues in the Junction were closed, not because nearby residents are ‘against any form of nightlife entertainment’, but because the venues exceeded noise levels set by the Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation. The Junction is designated as a ‘hospitality’ zone, not an entertainment area. Businesses can operate until midnight, and reasonable hours for amplified and acoustic music have been set in the proposed amendments to the Noosa Plan. It is mislead-

ing to label nearby residents as being against all forms of entertainment when they are just asking for a balanced approach that recognises the impact on surrounding areas. Proper soundproofing of venues and keeping within the noise and time limits will make sure venues can stay open. Proponents of music in the Junction need to be fair rather than blaming residents.

M. Crockford, Noosa

Junction apartments

One wonder where the visitors to the occupiers of the proposed 190 Apartments in the Junction will park when visiting them. The same applies for the proposed Apartments in Tewantin, as we all know parking is not the best in.both area

M. Low, Noosaville

Political preference

I first met Clare Stewart at a function in early August this year and was subsequently talking to her at the Vietnam Veterans Day at Tewantin on 18 August where we were commemorating the loss of the greatest number of Australians to be killed in that one overnight battle, of the Vietnam war. Clare was there at Tewantin as one of the crowd commemorating those lives lost with many other people who attended the service. Whilst I was aware that Clare had been involved in a terrible accident I wasn’t aware of the details until after the 18 August where she told her story at an afternoon tea I attended.

It was only then that I realized her horrific accident occurred on 18 August the same day of the year we commemorate the Battle of Long Tan, and only then that she would no doubt have been remembering her own traumatic experience. Without going into too much detail, Clare was pinned underneath the wheels of a garbage truck for 37 minutes, and after many operations in the ensuing years, will carry those injuries and no doubt the trauma associated with them for the rest of her life as have those brave soldiers who survived the overnight battle on that fateful night. I can’t think of a more courageous or determined person to represent us.

Rod Barlow (Vietnam Veteran)

On The Soapbox

Johann Holdysz

SFD unit impact on Noosa

The State Government’s new fast-tracked State Facilitated development (SFD) assessment pathway is supposed to provide faster decisions and resolution of planning and infrastructure issues to provide housing, including social and affordable homes.

A high-density, high rise, commercial, retail and residential (195 unit) development has been proposed for Noosa Junction, and a high density (40 unit) residential development proposed for Tewantin.

Much of Noosa’s existing tourism, environmental, commercial, industrial and residential hub has already been overloaded.

These were emerging issues back in 1984 when finalising the 1984 Noosa Planning Scheme and associated policies as Noosa Shire Council’s acting shire planner/strategic planner/special projects officer.

Severe traffic congestion and parking issues have been evident throughout Noosa for many years, so increasing the population in any form will create more congestion. Over six years ago (5 May 2018), when council increased motor bike parking spaces in Hastings Street, Motor Bike News reported that Noosa is notorious for its traffic and parking problems and that in busy tourist seasons, it is not uncommon for traffic to be tailed back 1km to the main street.

It is common knowledge that tourism has transformed many once-pristine destinations like Noosa into bustling hubs of activity. While this commercialisation and population growth can bring economic benefits, it often results in the degradation of the very qualities that made these places attractive in the first place.

Concern had been expressed that the possibility looms of high rise units being forced onto Noosa by the State Government, and will this change the character of Noosa forever much like it has in Maroochydore (The Editor (Noosa Today - 20 Sep 2024). At times there is already standing room only at main beach Noosa and on the footpaths of the Noosaville Noosa River foreshore.

In Barcelona, Spain, the locals aren’t happy and they’ve taken to the streets to demand that tourists go home. They want a city for citizens and not in service of tourists. Barcelona plans to shut all holiday apartments by 2028 as the mayor seeks to tackle housing crisis (ABC News Daily 5 August 2024.

Even some expats who were attracted to Bali’s slower pace of life are planning to leave. There’s more traffic now, and it has become more westernided, crowded, expensive and too touristy; rents have risen dramatically making it harder for local people to afford their lifestyles (Business Insider 24 Sept, 2024).

The two SFD development proposals provide no site design details, traffic or carparking impact surveys. There are no architectural details, aesthetic or visual impact analysis, and no details as to how “planning and infrastructure issues” are to be resolved.

Mayor Frank Wilkie reports that the new pathway, which has no application fees and is funded by taxpayers, allows developers to circumvent council assessment.

Not surprisingly, there has been a strong public reaction as outlined in Noosa Today (Opposition Rising- Noosa Today -20 Sep 2024) by Peter Wellington and others against the State Government’s Martial law type intervention to the normal planning processes for development proposals. Martial law is the replacement of civilian government by military rule and the suspension of civilian legal processes for military powers. Most often, declared in times of war and/or emergencies such as civil unrest and natural disasters.

The proposed State Facilitated Development site at 2, 6, 8, 10 and 12 Lanyana Way and 28 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Heads comprising of about 27 per cent of the existing Noosa Junction Shopping Centre between Lanyana Way and Sunrise Beach Road, is to be developed for high-density, high rise, commercial, retail and residential (195 unit) development.

The bulk of the proposal is in Lanyana Way between the Noosa Transit Centre carpark and Franks Gymnasium, and includes the Noosa Junction Seafood Market, Pardons Fruit Market,

Noosa Dental Services, Lexis English School, QML Pathology, Vanilla Food, Nillar’s Pantry, Domini Collective, Williamson & Co Real Estate and others, and the Sun Centre in Sunrise Beach Road.

The Noosa Junction Shopping Centre has been developed in a flat part of a valley on the downslopes from Bottlebrush Avenue, generally following the natural contours of the land. The reported seven storey SFD development would visually conflict with the established, essentially two storey-built form of the shopping centre and would screen the surrounding hillside vegetation.

The Noosa Central building and the Professional Centre have two storeys with basement type parking underneath. Resolving the car parking configuration and access requirements for the proposed development’s residents, traders and customers and integration into the existing road/ parking pattern would be a major exercise.

Even with reduced car parking spaces for the units as proposed under planning scheme amendments there would potentially be an additional 395 residents, placing pressures on already overloaded tourist and recreational public spaces.

The proposed State Facilitated Development site at 87-89 Poinciana Avenue and 10 Sidoni Street, Tewantin, on the south-western corner of Poinciana Avenue and Sidoni Street, is directly opposite the Atrium shopping mall and next to the Department of Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre.

The site and surrounding areas including the intersection’s roundabout, the road reserves and nearby Ward Park are characterised by generous tree cover. Quite a picturesque, village setting and approach to the Tewantin Shopping Centre.

The site fronts a major traffic route and one of the most long-term congested traffic areas in Noosa with traffic regularly banking up to the cemetery in morning peak hour traffic and the Poinciana Avenue/Butler Street roundabout at times dead locked with parked vehicles. There is virtually no street parking available in Sidoni

Street, Donella Street and Poinciana Avenue due to existing heavy parking demands. Although the Tewantin (Beckmans Road) Bypass Stages 2 & 3 have been earmarked for fast tracking (Sandy Bolton-Annual Connect 2024 report), there is no guarantee that it will solve the congested traffic conditions in Tewantin and will most likely increase congestion in the Noosaville Industrial area around the Eumundi Noosa Road.

The Development details provided state that the proposal will have about 40 residential units and on-site car parking with at least 15 per cent of the housing dedicated as affordable. This development density equates to 3.4 times the density of adjoining and nearby modern two-storey unit development. Any development, most likely over two-storeys, would disrupt the essentially two-storey buildings (including The Atrium) other than the two centrally located three storey buildings (The Cooloola Centre and the Tewantin Plaza at the rear) in both the Tewantin shopping/ commercial precinct and adjacent residential areas.

As pointed out by Peter Wellington, “Noosa has a long and proud history of preventing highrise buildings”.

Major changes to development criteria such as height and densities would need to be analysed in conjunction with visual impact, traffic and car parking studies etc. and carefully considered through the normal planning scheme amendment process involving meaningful public participation, and not through some hasty, fast-tracked process with no details.

In response to the proposed State Facilitated Development Notices issued for the two development sites, interested persons were invited to complete a survey to share their perspective on the sites being declared as a State Facilitated Development site. The survey questions could apply to any development site.

The opportunity to complete the two surveys has already closed. In the absence of any development details and related impact assessments, responses to the survey questions would

amount to general opinions at best. The Tewantin State Facilitated development proposal (three-four storeys) was approved yesterday by the State Government.

Council’s strategy and environment director Kim Rawlings has already stated that 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. Therefore, there is no urgency or need for the new draconian fast-tracked State Government Facilitated development assessment process.

Councillor Brian Stockwell in a substantial article titled, We need a plan we can all share, Noosa Today 11/08/2024, writes that we must use our opportunities to rebalance development to give our lower paid workers, struggling families and older residents a chance. Wow! This is a high calling. I didn’t know this was a Local Government responsibility. It’s not spelt out in the Noosa Planning Scheme or in any preamble that I have seen. And all this at the point of a State Government gun - ‘Do your bit, or we will do it for you’.

So, how did we get into this mess? Well, the picture is getting a little bit clearer. I have since learned that governments are starting to impose taxes on AirBnB uses, starting to get rid of short-term accommodation uses because they are driving up rents and contributing to housing market shortages.

Barcelona plans to shut all holiday apartments by 2028 (all 10,000 of them) as the mayor seeks to tackle the housing crisis. Some residents cannot afford an apartment after rents rose 68 per cent in the past 10 years and the cost of buying a house rose by 38 per cent (ABC News 22 June 2024). So why is Noosa Shire Council supporting short term accommodation and why are we being asked to change our established lifestyles and established planning regulations with increased building heights, increased development densities and reduced car parking requirements in proposed planning scheme amendments. Continued

Johann Holdysz. (Supplied)

How the impact will be felt

From page 19

Perhaps a salary rise would be more appropriate for the low-income earners as a lot of the jobs in the hospitality and aged care industry are very demanding. Perhaps other areas of Noosa Shire should be considered for affordable housing and the uniqueness, physical, environmental and built fabric of the Noosa tourist hub and surrounds given due recognition.

By chance, a resident in Noosa Heads living in the medium density zone recently discovered that proposed planning regulation changes may not allow a single detached house on the property should fire destroy the existing home and that the site and neigbouring properties could be developed for units as small as 75 square meters in area and potentially impact on the liveability and social fabric of the neighbourhood. Over 1000 residents have since objected to the proposal. Council did not apparently advise affected residents of the proposal as required under the Integrated Planning Act. Does this invalidate the whole amendment process?

InCouncillorStockwell’sopinionwemusttake heed of the current external pressures and demonstrate how we can sustainably manage growth in a way that retains our community values without the need for intervention from higher levels of government. He then discusses the story behind the height controls in Noosa, and his support in 1988 as a Councillor to reduce the maximum number of storeys from six to four in the Tourism accommodation zone and thus maintaining the built environment below the tree line.

He states that the Planning Scheme amendments propose to offer an incentive for developers wishing to include a percentage of social and affordable housing in the Junction and the Noosa Business Centre to go up to that limit for residential development, subject to building design parameters to achieve the sort of high quality outcomes we need for these areas. The aim is to relieve the current critical shortage in small and affordable housing. Just like the lack of details in the proposed SFD development proposals, Councillor Stockwell does not provide any details of the “high quality building design parameters” or indicate that a visual assessment analysis would be required.

It is irrational, to state as he did, that if it’s good enough for tourists to stay in four storey buildings,

then it’s good enough for the rest of our residents. It is also ridiculous to talk about sustainably managing growth when we have already exceeded our capacity and affected community values.

He acknowledges that exceeded traffic capacity was recognised in 1997 and suggests that while some of this is from Noosa population growth, the increase in day tripping visitors from the growth elsewhere in SEQ is probably the main culprit (Noosa Today (11/08/2024). During weekday morning traffic peaks the so called “culprits” are actually locals going to work, moms and dads driving their kids to school.

Councillor Brian Stockwell mentions that amendments to the planning scheme include specific provisions to address the issue, in part, by reducing the need for private cars by increasing dwellings in highly connected centres, and that the proposed changes to car parking requirements are based on advice of experts in the field and reflect successful initiatives elsewhere in Australia.

Again, he did not provide any details of these proposed changes. It appears that one car parking space is to be provided for units between 75 and 100 square metres and one visitor space for every 4 units. There is no mention of any street

On The Soapbox

Councillor Amelia Lorentson

parking availability survey, the estimated or likely number of persons per unit, or the number of bedrooms permitted in each unit.

Proposals to reduce or eliminate parking requirements for apartments in Sydney and Melbourne are based on surveys showing that in many apartment developments car parking areas were under-utilised. Victoria’s Department of Transport and Planning could see existing minimum parking space requirements removed for new apartment buildings built near public transport hubs. High public transport accessibility levels (PTAL) would apply to areas within or next to Melbourne’s city centre and some major suburban and regional centres with good access to multiple types of public transport, i.e. to those within a short walk of a train, tram or bus route with good service frequency.

Car parking requirements will be cut at new inner city builds as part of the Brisbane City Council’s plans to boost supply and increase affordability for developers and buyers alike. High public accessibility levels would not be possible in small distant locations such as Noosa and where there is already pressure on limited onstreet parking.

A professor in tourism at the Copenhagen

State overreach threatens Noosa future

The State Government’s interference in local planning is unjust, undemocratic, and unacceptable. Our community and the Noosa Plan are being bypassed, disrespected, and ignored. The latest move allowing State-Facilitated Developments (SFDs) to override our local planning scheme in exchange for a component of affordable housing is a direct threat to everything we’ve worked to protect. It’s time to stand firm and defend the principles that have shaped the Noosa we love.

No to High-Rises, No to Bypassing Local Voices Noosa has fought hard to preserve its unique character—free from overdevelopment and highrises. A proposal that includes 5-6 stories is, imo far too high for our community. It is unacceptable that such projects can bypass council consultation for the sake of offering just 15% affordable housing. Worse still, we, as a community, have not been consulted. Our voices are being ignored, and the State Government is withholding details of the plans.

How Did We Get Here?

We recognize the housing crisis. Noosa must be part of the solution, but the path we’re on is not the answer. Developers are finding it increasingly difficult to invest and provide affordable housing in Noosa because amendments to the Noosa Plan, still awaiting endorsement, are not economically viable. These conditions make it nearly impossible to create a “win-win” for developers and the community.

Take Noosa Junction, for example. A local developer worked closely with the Council, and we, as Councillors, were part of the process. We sup-

ported the design and indicated that a four-story building was appropriate for the area. The development would have provided much-needed affordable accommodation for essential workers— a critical need for Noosa. However, despite initial support, something went wrong. The application was refused, and now it’s in the hands of the State.

Business School in Denmark with expertise on overtourism and on the relationship between tourists and residents says that a combination of solutions is needed like demarketing campaigns in the Netherlands, especially with Amsterdam to get rid of certain types of tourists. Then there is caps on tourists, there’s taxes some cities are bringing in. He adds that prices go up, people cannot afford to live in the apartments anymore. Even people working in tourism. He says that overtourism creates a crowding or a capacity problem. He thinks the biggest part of overtourism is the gentrification issue, that more and more that just the big companies get the money, that people are working in the industry for minimum wages, which is not enough to live anymore with the increasing prices (ABC News Daily 5 Aug 2024).

So, is it time to de-escalate? There are incendiary questions to ask in Noosa: do we need to develop upwards – even a little bit – and if we do, is there a long term cost to the Noosa we have fought so hard for (Noosa: the high stakes of going up: Rick Jay Noosa Matters, 17 Aug 2024). Or should we continue to pack our finite and congested Noosa main beach and National Park, Noosaville foreshore recreation and tourist areas with even more people and cars. We seem to be doing a good job at this by offering free bus trips, introducing high tech controls to enforce parking limits, and increasing our population.

Even Council’s current draft Noosaville Foreshore Infrastructure Master Plan documentation states that a rejuvenated foreshore will likely attract more people. However, a Parking Management Plan for key areas of Noosa such as Noosaville will be undertaken after the Master Plan, i.e., after the horse had bolted.

(Johann Holdysz, a Tewantin resident, is a former Acting Shire Planner (9 months), Strategic Planner & Special Projects Officer - Noosa Shire Council, former Acting Principal Town Planner - Department of Housing Qld 1994/1995, Victorian Government appointed technical advisor and steering committee member: - PLANNING OPPORTUNITIES ALONG THE MARIBYRNONG RIVER, MELBOURNE METROPOLITAN BOARD OF WORKS - A guide for the future planning along the Lower Maribyrnong River, published in May 1982.)

will it look like? Height isn’t our only concern— design, and aesthetics are equally important. Iconic structures like the Eiffel Tower, the Guggenheim, and St. Peter’s Basilica exceeded height restrictions but became much-loved landmarks because of their extraordinary design. If we are forced to accept developments outside our planning scheme, we must ensure they are architecturally significant, with ample green spaces and designs that complement Noosa’s unique character.

Design Review and Green Spaces Are NonNegotiable

We must insist on involving design panels and consultants—local respected architects and experts in Noosa’s design principles—throughout the development process. It’s not just about the number of stories; it’s about ensuring that any new development enhances, not detracts, from the Noosa we love.

Bypassing the Council and the community through the SFD process is not acceptable, nor is allowing unattractive, poorly planned buildings to stand forever. We must demand high standards for design, sustainability, and community benefit in every project.

Defending Noosa’s Future

Time to Ask the Right Questions

Rather than jumping to conclusions or resorting to personal attacks, we must ask key questions: What are the proposal’s specifics? How tall will the development be? How many affordable housing units will it provide?

But more importantly, we should ask: What

We need to safeguard Noosa’s future and preserve its distinct character. No to high-rises. No to bypassing the Noosa Plan and local voices. And no to developments that ignore aesthetics and quality design. Now is the time to stand together and fight for a Noosa that remains true to its values.

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

Cr Amelia Lorentson (Supplied)

Site of Noosa Junction SFD unit application. (Tony Wellington)

The Guide

TEENAGE BOSS: NEXT LEVEL

ABC Family, Saturday, 7.30pm

She found fame with The Wiggles as the pirouetting, sweetly singing, Irish dancing, sign language aficionado and won toddler’s hearts. Now that those original rug rats are pushing their teens, Emma Watkins is on hand to teach them a handy new skill: budgeting. This intriguing new gig sees Watkins guide teenagers on the invaluable necessities of finance. Taking over from Eddie Woo, this reimagined season features bigger challenges, older participants and Watkins’ wide-eyed charm. She meets 10 families who jump aboard a roller-coaster of emotions and receipts when their teen takes control of the family budget for one month. Tonight, 17-year-old Jack (pictured with Watkins) must embrace cost-cutting to finance a gap year overseas.

ABC TV, Sunday, 7.30pm

Based on the chameleon crime drama DeathinParadise, this Australian offshoot has proven the versatility of the franchise’s fish-out-of-water premise: not only can the format survive regularly swapping its lead actor, but its setting, too. Taking place in sunny Dolphin Cove, NSW, ReturntoParadise draws to a close tonight with Stingers’ Peter Phelps (pictured, right) playing a crabby mine owner who has seemingly died by his own hand. Despite his body being found in his bedsit that was locked from the inside, Mackenzie (Anna Samson, pictured, left) smells a rat and throws herself into the case, hoping to catch a killer but also escape the turmoil of her personal life.

Friday, October 11

RED FLAG: MUSIC’S FAILED REVOLUTION

SBS, Tuesday, 8.35pm

Intrepid investigator Marc Fennell (pictured), host of Framed TheKingdom and TheMission, will stop at nothing to unravel a stranger-than-fiction mystery. In this intriguing docuseries, Fennell and musician Ben Lee hark back to the turn of the millennium to delve into the rise and fall of Guvera, a music service that promised to revolutionise a multi-billion dollar recording industry, then under threat from piracy. A major player that once rivalled Spotify, the Gold Coast start-up seemed like the next big thing, until it wasn’t –vanishing with $180 million. Candid interviews with former staff, investors and industry experts make this compelling two-parter a must-watch.

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

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Planet America. (R) 10.30

Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (PG, R) 11.00 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Joanna Lumley’s Spice Trail Adventure. (PG, R) 1.55 The Princes And The Press. (PG, R) 2.55 Earth. (R) 3.55 Love Your Garden. (PG, R) 4.45 Grand Designs. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 DD India News Hour. 9.50 Soccer. 2026 FIFA World Cup CONMEBOL Qualifier. Chile v Brazil. 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Secrets To Civilisation. (PGav, R) 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Zoo Mum. (PGal, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 1. Practice session. 11.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 1. Practice session and support races. 1.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 1. Qualifying and support races. From Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit, NSW. 4.30 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

ABC News. 7.30 Gardening Australia. 8.30 Joanna Lumley’s Spice Trail Adventure: Zanzibar And Jordan. (PG, R) Part 4 of 4.

9.20 Question Everything. (R) Presented by Wil Anderson and Jan Fran.

9.50 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

10.20 You Can’t Ask That. (Ml, R)

10.55 ABC Late News.

11.10 Grand Designs. (R)

11.55 Love Your Garden. (PG, R) 12.45 The Larkins. (Ms, R) 1.30 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Lost Treasures Of Ancient Rome: Pompeii’s Buried Secrets. (Return, Mns) Archaeologists explore Pompeii.

8.30 Castle Secrets. (Premiere, Mav) Takes a look at castles around the world, including ruins that reveal the occult dealings of the Nazis.

9.25 Rise Of The Nazis: The Downfall. (Mav, R) Part 1 of 3. 10.35 SBS World News Late. 11.05 The Allegation. (Mav) 12.20 Kin. (MA15+d, R) 4.10 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGa, R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs.

8.30 MOVIE: Ford V Ferrari. (2019, Ml, R) During the ’60s, American car designer Carroll Shelby and driver Ken Miles battle corporate interference and the laws of physics to build a revolutionary race car for Ford so they can defeat rivals Ferrari. Matt Damon, Christian Bale, Jon Bernthal. 11.40 MOVIE: Hollow Man. (2000, MA15+hlv, R) Kevin Bacon. 1.55 GetOn Extra.

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.

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PICK OF THE WEEK

DESSERT MASTERS

10, Monday, 7.30pm

Hungry for another instalment of gorgeous, gravity-defying desserts that would look at home in a modern-art museum? This creative culinary competition will hit the sweet spot. MasterChef winner Emelia Jackson, TheGreat AustralianBakeOffjudge Darren Purchese and colourful cake queen Katherine Sabbath are among the professionals putting their imagination and baking skills to the ultimate test in Dessert Masters’ second season. In tonight’s premiere, judges Melissa Leong and Amaury Guichon (both pictured) are looking for each chef’s dessert masterpiece – with a secret season-long advantage at stake.

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6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 David Attenborough’s Planet Earth III: Coasts. (PG, R) Narrator Sir David Attenborough embarks on a journey through Earth’s ever-changing habitats.

8.40 MOVIE: The Batman. (2022, Mlv) Batman pursues a sadistic serial killer who is murdering political figures in Gotham. Robert Pattinson, Zoë Kravitz, Paul Dano.

12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.00 Destination WA.

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 Surfing Australia TV. (PG, R)

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

6.30 The Project.

Saturday, October 12

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Unforgotten. (Mal, R) 1.15 Grantchester. (Mv, R) 2.05 Question Everything. (R) 2.35 The Australian Ballet Don Quixote. 4.55 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (PG, R) 5.25 Landline 5.55 Australian Story: Holding On –Gus Taylor. (R) Presented by Leigh Sales.

6.25 Back Roads: Ongerup, Western Australia. (PG, R) Heather Ewart visits Ongerup.

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

7.30 Grantchester. (Mv) Alphy is invited to a party at a country manor, where he hopes to raise funds for the ailing church.

8.20 Vera. (Mv, R) DCI Vera Stanhope investigates the case of a murdered social worker. Identifying a motive for the killing of the woman proves difficult, at least until they uncover a link to the tragic death of a child.

9.50 Return To Paradise. (Mv, R)

A tense game of lawn bowls turns to chaos when a player is killed on the green in broad daylight.

10.50 Miniseries: Better. (Malv, R) Part 4 of 5.

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

6am Children’s Programs. 5.45pm Kiri And Lou. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.05 Interstellar Ella. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Ben And Holly.

6am Morning Programs. 10.05 Love Your Garden. (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 Gymnastics. FIG Artistic World Challenge Cup. Highlights. 4.00 Cycling. National Road Series. Tour of Gippsland. Highlights. 4.30 Battle Of Okinawa: Operation Iceberg. (PGav, R) 5.30 Apocalypse D-Day.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Inside Windsor Castle. Explores what it’s like to live in Windsor Castle.

8.25 Jackie And Lee: A Tale Of Two Sisters. (Ma, R) Explores the story of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and her younger sister Princess Lee Radziwill.

9.20 The World’s Most Beautiful Landscapes: The Canadian Rockies. (R) Robert Lindsay narrates a visual journey through the Canadian Rockies.

10.15 Arthur: A Life With The Royal Family. (PGals, R) 11.15 Something Undone. (Mal) 12.15 Rex In Rome. (Mlv, R) 3.55 Paddington Station 24/7. (Ml, R) 4.45 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6am WorldWatch.

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6.00 Weekend Sunrise. 9.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 2. Practice session. 12.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 2. Practice session and support races. 3.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 2. Top 10 Shootout. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Creek To Coast.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Great Outdoors. The team traverses Australia’s red centre and meets the world’s smallest penguins.

7.30 MOVIE: Ghostbusters. (1984, PGhl, R) A trio of scientists gets more than they expected after they set up a ghost-exterminating business. Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Sigourney Weaver. 9.40 MOVIE: Venom. (2018, Malv, R) A journalist is unwittingly merged with a symbiotic alien with lethal abilities. Tom Hardy, Michelle Williams, Riz Ahmed. 11.40 To Be Advised.

12.40 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 2. Top 10 Shootout.

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 5.00 Weekend Sunrise.

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10.00 The Movie

8.30 The Big Fat Quiz Of Telly. 10.15 Enter The Clones Of Bruce. Midnight Hudson & Rex. 12.50 The X-Files. 2.35 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera News Hour. 6am Home Shopping. 8.30 Travel Oz.

7.35

6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Surfing Australia TV. (PGl) 12.30 Explore TV: Trade Routes Of The Middle Ages. 1.00 Great Australian Detour. (R) 1.30 The Pet Rescuers. (PG, R) 2.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 3.30 The Garden Gurus. 4.00 Journey To Irpinia, Italy.

6.00 9News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE: Mrs Doubtfire. (1993, PGal, R) A man resorts to posing as a devoted female housekeeper to keep in touch with his three children. Robin Williams, Sally Field.

10.00 MOVIE: The Adventures Of Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert. (1994, Mls, R) Drag queens travel across the Australian desert. Guy Pearce, Hugo Weaving.

12.00 MOVIE: Ascendant. (2021, MA15+av, R) Charlotte Best.

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)

Fresh Off The Boat. 9.30 Speechless. 9.50 Officially Amazing. 10.20 Dragon Ball Super. 10.45 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 8.00 MOVIE: LOL Surprise: The Skate Dance Movie. (2024) 9.00 Children’s Programs. 2pm MOVIE: Pokémon: The Spell Of Unown. (2001, PG) 3.30 Motorway Cops: Catching Britain’s Speeders. 5.30 MOVIE: How To Train Your Dragon 2. (2014, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The Meg. (2018, M) 9.45 MOVIE: Godzilla. (2014, M) 12.10am The Originals. 2.00 Late Programs.

Footy Legends. Continued. (2006, PG) 7.05 The Last Wave. (1977, PG) 9.00 Darling Companion. (2012, PG) 11.00 T-34. (2018, M, Russian) 1.05pm Tracker. (2010, M) 3.00 The Grey Fox. (1982, PG) 4.40 Soft Skin. (1964, PG, French) 6.50 All Roads Lead To Rome. (2015, PG) 8.30 Saturday Night Fever. (1977, MA15+) 10.40 Eager Bodies. (2003, French) 12.30am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 1pm Blokesworld. 1.30 On Tour With Allan Border. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 Boating. Circuit Boats Drivers C’ship. Replay. 4.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Week 7. Brisbane Lions v Gold Coast Suns. 6.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Week 7. Fremantle v Carlton. 8.15 MOVIE: The Taking Of Pelham 123. (2009, M) 10.30 MOVIE: Argo. (2012, M) 1am Late Programs. 6am

6.30 The Dog House. (PG, R) Dogs are matched with companions.

7.30 Thank God You’re Here. (als, R) Comedians Lloyd Langford, Bron Lewis, Felicity Ward and Ivan Aristeguieta test their improv skills. 8.40 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Follow the staff at the Animal Welfare League as it matches dogs, including a gentle giant of a Bull Arab, to Aussie families, couples and individuals looking for a new four-legged friend. Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 9.40 Ambulance Australia. (Ma, R) A motorbike rider falls while travelling at high speed, and his injuries are severe. 10.55 Ambulance UK. (Ma, R) Emergencies take their toll on the crews. 12.10 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

JAZZ

AT THE

MAJESTIC

– THE

FABULOUS GYPSY CATS

THURSDAY 24 OCTOBER 1.00 PM TO 3.30 PM

NOOSA JAZZ CLUB MONTHLY CONCERT FEATURING THE GYPSY CATS. ROBERTO FONTANA (TPT), EMMA HALES (BASS), MIRCHA MANGIACOTTI (GTR), RODRIGO SANTIAGO (GTR). www.noosajazzclub.com/program-tickets/

Sunday, October 13

10.00 Offsiders. 10.30

(R) 11.00 Compass. (Final, PG, R) 11.30 Songs Of Praise. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 2.30 Darby And Joan. (PG, R) 3.15 Nigella’s Cook, Eat, Repeat. (R) 4.00 Restoration Australia. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Growing A Greener World. (R) 9.30 FIFA World Cup Classic Matches. (R) 11.00 Surf Life Saving. Coolangatta Gold. 12.30 Speedweek. (R) 1.00 Volleyball. Australian Super League. Finals. Gold medal match. 4.00 Ageless Gardens. (R) 4.30 APAC Weekly. 5.00 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 5.25 Plat Du Tour. (R) 5.30 Apocalypse D-Day. (PGaw)

This

6.00 Grand Designs Australia: Kevin McCloud Special. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Return To Paradise. (Final, Mav) A mine owner is found dead.

8.30 Unforgotten. (Final, Mal) The team is confronted by the possibility they are dealing with a double murder.

9.15 Miniseries: Better. (Final, Malv)

Part 5 of 5. As Vernon is taken into custody, Lou tries to live a normal life within the law.

10.15 Fisk. (Final, PG, R)

10.45 Melbourne Comedy Festival: The Gala. (MA15+l, R)

12.45 Fires. (Mal, R)

1.40 Miniseries: Ridley Road. (Mav, R)

2.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.05 Australia Remastered. (R) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 5.15pm PJ Masks. 6.00 Kiri And Lou. 6.05 Interstellar Ella. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Ben And Holly. 6.40 Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Andy And The Band. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 MOVIE: A Shaun The Sheep Movie: Farmageddon. (2019) 8.50 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.35 Speechless. 9.55 Doctor Who. 10.45 Late Programs.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 The Temple Of Hatshepsut. A look at Hatshepsut’s temple. 8.30 The Lost City Of Ramses. (PGa, R) Part 1 of 2. Explores the story of Ramses the Great and the lost city of Pi-Ramesses. 10.20 Devil’s Confession: Lost Eichmann Tapes: The Hunt. (Mavw, R) Part 1 of 3. 11.25 Face Down: Killing Of Thomas Niedermayer. (Mal) 12.25 24 Hours In Emergency. (Mal, R) 2.10 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mals, R) 3.05 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGa, R) 3.50 Great Canal Journeys. (R) 4.45 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature.

5.30 Al Jazeera News.

6.00 Weekend Sunrise. 6.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 3. Support races and warm up. 9.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 3. Race 20. From Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit, NSW. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Weekender.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 The Voice. (PG) Hosted by Sonia Kruger. 8.55 7NEWS Spotlight. An exclusive special investigation.

9.55 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: The Moorhouse Horrors. (Mav, R) A look at David and Catherine Birnie.

11.10 The Latest: Seven News.

11.40 Autopsy USA: Anthony Bourdain. (MA15+a) A look at the death of Anthony Bourdain.

12.40 The Starter Wife. (Mas, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise 5am News.

5.30 Sunrise.

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6.00 Hello SA. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Wide World Of Sports. (PG) 11.00 Cross Court. 11.30 Customs. (PGa, R) 12.00 Innovation Nation. 12.15 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.30 Rugby League. Women’s Prime Minister’s XIII Match. Papua New Guinea v Australia. 3.30 Rugby League. Men’s Prime Minister’s XIII Match. Papua New Guinea v Australia. 6am Morning Programs. 9.00

6.00 9News Sunday.

7.00 The Block. (PGl) Hosted by Scott Cam and Shelley Craft.

8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

9.40 9News Late.

10.10 See No Evil: The Hand-Off. (Mal) A look at the murder of Joshua Webb.

11.10 The First 48: Bridge Of Lies. (Malv) A look at the murder of Barry Hotzler.

12.00 Transplant. (MA15+m)

12.45 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PG, R)

1.35 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 Destination WA.

5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 The Sunday Project. A look at the day’s news.

7.00 The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. Hosted by Beau Ryan. 8.10 Gogglebox Australia. (PGl, R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 9.10 FBI: International. (Mv) A former member of the Irish Republican Army is shot while in London. 10.10 NCIS. (Mdv, R) Parker grapples with his emotions when a con man from his past turns up as a prime suspect in a murder. 12.00 The Sunday Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 The Movie Show. 12.05pm Kim’s Convenience. 1.05 Small Town Secrets. 1.55 In My Own World. 2.50 States Of Undress. 3.40 Bamay. 4.00 WorldWatch. 4.30 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 4.55 Scandinavian Star. 6.05 In The Box. 6.40 Mysteries From Above. 7.35 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Disaster Autopsy. (Premiere) 9.25 WWE Rivals. (Premiere) 10.20 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Escape To The Country. Noon The Highland Vet. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 3.00 Escape To The Country. 4.00 Bondi Vet. 5.00 Escape To The Country. 6.00 Greatest Escapes To The Country. 6.45 Escape To The Country. 7.45 Mrs Brown’s Boys. 8.30 Endeavour. 10.30 Great Scenic Railway Journeys. 11.15 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 7.00 Leading The Way. 7.30 In Touch. 8.00 Beyond Today. 8.30 The Incredible Journey. 9.00 Turning Point. 9.30 TV Shop. 10.00 Explore. 10.15 Getaway. 10.45 MOVIE: Isn’t Life Wonderful! (1953) 12.30pm MOVIE: Will Any Gentleman…? (1953) 2.15 MOVIE: Let’s Be Happy. (1957) 4.30 MOVIE: Crossplot. (1969, PG) 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 To Be Advised. 11.00 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Red’s Fishing Adventures. 11.30 Step Outside. Noon Football. AFL Women’s. Week 7. North Melbourne v Sydney. 2.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Week 7. St Kilda v Melbourne. 4.00

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 1.25pm MOVIE: Pokémon: Lucario And The Mystery Of Mew. (2005) 3.20 MOVIE: 100% Wolf. (2020, PG) 5.15 MOVIE: Space Jam: A New Legacy. (2021, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The Dark Knight Rises. (2012, M) 10.45 MOVIE: The Domestics. (2018, MA15+) 12.40am Gotham. 1.35 Love After Lockup. 3.00 Teen Titans Go! 3.30 Beyblade X. 4.00 Power Players. 4.30 Late Programs.

Monday, October 14

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson. 8.00 Australian Story. Presented by Leigh Sales.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program exposing scandals, firing debate and confronting taboos.

9.15 Media Watch. (PG) Presented by Paul Barry.

9.35 Catalyst: The Secret Lives Of Our Urban Birds. (R) Ann Jones explores the lives of birds.

10.45 ABC Late News.

11.00 The Business. (R)

11.20 Planet America. (R)

11.50 Louis Theroux Interviews... (Mdl, R)

12.35 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 1.20 Love Your Garden. (R) 2.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Catalyst. (R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R)

5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Into The Amazon With Robson Green. (PGa) Part 1 of 3.

8.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mals) Game show, featuring Jon Richardson, Katherine Ryan, Richard Ayoade and Laura Smyth.

9.25 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. (Mls) Music-based pop culture quiz show, featuring panellists Jamali Maddix, Joe Wilkinson, Aitch and Self Esteem.

10.05 Have I Got News For You

U.S. (Mals) Hosted by Roy Wood Jr.

10.55 SBS World News Late. 11.25 Suspect. (Malv)

11.55 Exterior Night. (Premiere, MA15+v) 2.05 Between Two Worlds. (Mals, R) 3.50 Paddington Station 24/7. (Ml, R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Cash says goodbye.

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) The show’s first ever German team hope to impress the judges with their traditional Bavarian cuisine.

9.10 The Rookie. (Mav) In the wake of a mafia-related mass casualty event, the team is tasked with keeping the peace at a hospital.

10.10 S.W.A.T. (Mav) Hicks insists SWAT participate in Patrol Day.

11.10 The Latest: Seven News.

11.40 Lopez Vs. Lopez.

12.40 Miniseries: The Victim. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise 5am News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) Hosted by Scott Cam and Shelley Craft.

8.40 Miniseries: Bali 2002. (MA15+lv)

Part 2 of 4. A team of Australian Federal Police is dispatched to Bali to work with Indonesian police.

9.40 9News Late.

10.10 Chicago Med. (MA15+amv) Charles tries to mend his relationship with Ripley.

11.10 The Brokenwood Mysteries. (Madv, R)

1.00 Cross Court. (R)

1.30 Talking Honey. (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.

6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Dessert Masters. (Return, PGl) Hosted by Melissa Leong and Amaury Guichon. 8.50 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 9.50 Taskmaster Australia. (PGls, R) Hosted by Tom Gleeson. 11.00 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.25 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am WorldWatch.

9.30 Small Business Secrets. 10.00 The Movie Show.

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8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.25 Matilda And The Ramsay Bunch. 9.00 Teenage Boss. 9.30 Poh’s Kitchen. 9.55 Doctor Who. 10.40 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Hart Of Dixie. 2.00 La Brea. 3.00 The Golden Girls. 3.30 The Nanny. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Golden Girls. 6.30 The Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Rush Hour 3. (2007, M) 10.20 Seinfeld. 11.20 The O.C. 12.15am Love Island UK. 1.10 Below Deck. 2.00 The Nanny. 3.00

SBS WORLD MOVIES

6am The Last Wave. Continued. (1977, PG) 7.00 The Big Steal. (1990, PG) 8.50 Lola. (1961, PG, French) 10.30 Mahana. (2016, M) 12.25pm The Exchange. (2021, M) 2.10 All Roads Lead To Rome. (2015, PG) 3.50 Helene. (2020, PG, Finnish) 6.00 When Mum Is Away… With The Family. (2020, PG, Italian) 7.55 Bran Nue Dae. (2009, PG) 9.30 First Cow. (2019, PG) 11.45 Late Programs.

7MATE (74) 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Shortland St. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 The Magic Canoe. 3.25 The World According To Grandpa. 3.35 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 4.05 Cities Of Gold. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.30 News. 6.40 Extreme Africa. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Karla Grant Presents. 9.30 Stolen Generations. 10.30 MOVIE: Oranges And Sunshine. (2010, M) 12.20am Late Programs.

Tuesday, October 15

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

SEVEN (7) 6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 The ABC Of... (PG, R) 10.30 The Pacific. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Tony Armstrong’s Extra-Ordinary Things. (Mv, R) 2.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (PG, R) 3.00 Muster Dogs. (PG, R) 3.55 Love Your Garden. (R) 4.45 Grand Designs. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Grayson’s Art Club. (PG, R) 10.55 Revolution: Ideas That Changed The World. (Mv, R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Have I Got News For You U.S. (Mals, R) 2.50 Plat Du Tour. 2.55 The Weekly Football Wrap. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG,

Back Roads: Charlton,

(PG) 8.30 Take 5 With Zan Rowe: Claudia Karvan. (Ml) Claudia Karvan shares five songs.

Louis Theroux Interviews... Dame Joan Collins. (Mal, R) Louis Theroux chats with Dame Joan Collins.

Anh’s Brush With Fame:

Cunxin. (PG, R) 10.15

(PG, R) 10.50 ABC Late News. 11.05 The Business. (R) 11.20 Four Corners. (R) 12.05 Media Watch. (R) 12.20 Grand Designs. (R) 1.10 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. (PG, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Shaun Micallef’s Origin Odyssey: Sri Lanka. (PGa) Shaun Micallef heads to Sri Lanka. 8.35 Red Flag: Music’s Failed Revolution: F*** Pirates. Part 1 of 2. Marc Fennell is joined by Ben Lee to investigate the bizarre story of Aussie start-up Guvera.

9.50 SBS World News Late.

10.20 The Point: Road Trip. (R) Presented by John Paul Janke. 11.15 Babylon Berlin. (MA15+v) 1.10 Don’t Leave Me. (MA15+a, R)

3.05 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGa, R)

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

Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.40 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 2.10 Catch Phrase. (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. Alf reaches out to Bree.

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PG) In the first Kitchen Headquarters battle, the teams take on the dreaded Pick a Fridge challenge.

9.10 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. A young pregnant woman goes missing the day before her emergency C-section.

10.10 Made In Bondi. (Mal) Charlie receives a tempting offer from Bee.

11.15 The Latest: Seven News.

11.45 Chicago Fire. (Mav)

12.45 Your Money & Your Life. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise 5am News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) Hosted by Scott Cam and Shelley Craft.

8.45 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (Ms) Comedy panel show.

9.45 True Story With Hamish & Andy: Carol. (PGl, R) Australians recount hilarious true stories.

10.45 9News Late.

11.15 Transplant. (MA15+m)

12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 Our State On A Plate. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 The Garden Gurus. (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.

The Inbestigators. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.25 Deadly Dinosaurs. 8.55 Steve Backshall Vs The Vertical Mile. 9.45 Doctor Who. 10.30 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Gossip Girl. 2.00 The Golden Girls. 2.30 The Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Golden Girls. 6.30 The Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Three Men And A Little Lady. (1990, PG) 10.30 Seinfeld. 11.30 The O.C. 12.30am Love Island UK. 1.35 Below Deck. 2.30 The Nanny.

6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Taskmaster Australia. (PGls) Hosted by Tom Gleeson. 8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 9.40 Law & Order: SVU. (Return, a) Benson hopes the discovery of a hidden camera will help when the team investigates an attack on a group of law students. 10.40 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.05 The Project. (R) 12.05 The Late Show With

Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 The Movie Show. Noon WorldWatch. 12.30 Outsider: World’s Weirdest Films. 1.00 Gaycation. 1.55 Motherboard. 2.20 Bamay. 2.40 Kickin’ Back. 3.15 WorldWatch. 5.15 Abandoned. 6.10 Craig Charles: UFO Conspiracies. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Dark Side Of The ‘90s. 10.20 Have I Got News For You U.S. 11.15 Bloodlands. 12.20am Late Programs. 6am Shopping. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Harry’s Practice. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Left Off The Map. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 My Impossible House. 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 The Zoo. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.45 A Touch Of Frost. 10.45 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Explore. 2.00 Good Karma Hospital. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: The Count Of Monte-Cristo. (1975, PG) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow.

Wednesday, October 16

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

NINE (8, 9) 6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 National Press Club Address. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (R) 3.00 Muster Dogs. (PG, R) 4.00 Love Your Garden. (R) 4.45 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 8.50 DD India News Hour. 9.50 Soccer. 2026 FIFA World Cup CONMEBOL Qualifier. Argentina v Bolivia. 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Masha And Valentyna. (Ml, R) 2.55 Railway Journeys UK. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson. 8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) Presented by Tom Gleeson.

8.30 Question Everything. Wil Anderson and Jan Fran are joined by a panel to dissect the news and sort the real from the rumours.

9.00 Planet America. A look at the US politics.

9.35 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R) Hosted by Rob Brydon. 10.05 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 10.35 ABC Late News. 10.50 The Business. (R) 11.10 Austin. (PG, R)

12.05 Grand Designs. (Ml, R) 12.55 Killing Eve. (Ma, R) 1.35 Love Your Garden. (R) 2.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Catalyst. (Ma, 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 Portillo’s Andalucia: Córdoba And Costa Del Sol. (PG) Michael Portillo celebrates Andalucia.

8.25 Elizabeth Taylor: Rebel Superstar: Freedom. (Mal) Part 3 of 3. Elizabeth Taylor struggles to reinvent herself in the wake of her seventh marriage.

9.20 Four Years Later. (Mls) Yash throws himself in to work and study as Sridevi finds happiness in a new job her friendship with Gabs.

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Carmen Curlers. (Mas)

12.55 Romulus. (MA15+av, R) 3.40 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGa, R) 4.30 Peer To Peer. (PG, R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. Mali attempts to overcome his stage fright.

7.30 The 1% Club UK. Hosted by Lee Mack.

8.30 Akmal: Open For Renovations. (MA15+l) A stand-up performance by one of Australia’s most respected and accomplished comedians, Akmal Saleh.

9.45 Australia: Now And Then. (Ma, R) Presenter Shane Jacobson and a panel of celebrities take a look at which generation of Aussies was the hottest.

10.45 The Latest: Seven News.

11.15 Chicago Fire. (MA15+a)

12.15 Stan Lee’s Lucky Man. (MA15+av)

1.15 Travel Oz. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

(72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 5.35pm Fireman Sam. 5.45 Shaun The Sheep. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.05 Kangaroo Beach. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Paddington. 6.40 Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 The Inbestigators. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.25 Doctor Who. 10.00 Merlin. 10.45 Late Programs.

6.00 9News.

6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Thank God You’re Here. (Final) Hosted by Celia Pacquola. 8.40 Shark Tank. (Return) A panel, including Maxine Horne, Nick Bell, Davie Fogarty, Jane Lu and Robert Herjavec, is pitched inventions. 9.40 NCIS. (Mv, R) Parker and Knight discover three bodies on an old navy ship that is about to be sunk and turned into an artificial reef. 10.40 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.05 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.05 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am WorldWatch.

10.00 The Movie Show. Noon WorldWatch. 12.30 VICE Investigates. 1.35 One Armed Chef. 2.30 The Last Lesbian Bars. 3.00 The Weekly Football Wrap. 3.30 WorldWatch. 5.30 The Casketeers. 6.00 Abandoned Places. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 MOVIE: Unlocked. (2017, MA15+) 10.20 MOVIE: Hereditary. (2018, MA15+) 12.40am Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Harry’s Practice. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Left Off The Map. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Hornby: A Model Empire. 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 The Zoo. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30

Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 The

Mysteries. 10.45 Late Programs.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) Hosted by Scott Cam and Shelley Craft.

8.40 Human Error. (Final, Mlv) Holly and her team race to catch the gangland mastermind after Gabe makes a shock discovery.

9.40 Million Dollar Murders: Taken In The Night. (Mv, R) A look at the murder of Belinda Williams.

10.40 9News Late.

11.10 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av)

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.

9GEM (81,

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Gossip Girl. 2.00 The Golden Girls. 2.30 The Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Golden Girls. 6.30 The Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Three Amigos! (1986, PG) 10.35 Seinfeld. 11.35 The O.C. 12.35am Love Island UK. 1.35

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 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 2.50 Antiques Roadshow. 3.20 MOVIE: Only Two Can Play. (1962, PG) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow.

9GO! (82, 93) 6am Bran Nue Dae. Continued. (2009, PG) 6.10 Goal! (2005, PG) 8.20 First Cow. (2019, PG) 10.35 The Legend Of Ben Hall. (2017, M) 1.10pm Chino. (1973, M) 3.00 The Movie Show. 3.35 When Mum Is Away… With The Family. (2020, PG, Italian) 5.30 The Emperor’s Club. (2002, PG) 7.30 Defiance. (2008, M) 10.00 The Quick And The Dead. (1995, MA15+) Midnight Late Programs. 7MATE (74) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 1pm Occupation:

2.30 The Nanny. 3.30 Beyblade Burst QuadStrike. 4.00 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 America’s Game. 10.00 Storage Wars. 10.30 American Restoration. 11.00 American Pickers. Noon Pawn Stars. 1.00 Outback Truckers. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Carnage. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 The Force: Behind The Line. 9.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 11.30 Late Programs.

Thursday, October 17

3.00 Muster Dogs. (PG, R) 3.55 Love Your Garden. (R) 4.45 Grand Designs. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Grayson’s Art Club. (PG, R) 10.55 Revolution: Ideas That Changed The World. (R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 The Point: Road Trip. (R) 2.55 Yiyili. (PGa, R) 3.05 Railway Journeys UK. (PG, R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 Hampton Court: Behind Closed Doors. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Missing And Alone. (2022) CindyMarie Small, Megan Best, Verity Marks. 2.00 Your Money & Your Life. (PG) 2.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. (R)

by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 Grand Designs Australia: Fish Creek. Hosted by Anthony Burke. 9.00 Return To Paradise. (Final, Mav, R) Mackenzie investigates when a mine owner is found dead in his locked bedsit. 9.55 Fake Or Fortune? ToulouseLautrec. (R) Part 2 of 5.

Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (Ml, R)

Killing Eve. (MA15+v, R) 1.25 Love Your Garden. (R) 2.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.35 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 Great Australian Walks: Bathers Way. (PG) Gina Chick explores Bathers Way.

8.30 National Parks From Above: Turkey. (PG) Takes a look at Turkey’s Göreme Historical National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

9.25 Paris Has Fallen. (M) Zara and Vincent pursue Pearce.

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Fallen. (Premiere, Malv)

12.30 Wolf. (Malsv, R)

3.45 Paddington Station 24/7. (Ml, R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. Tane loses his cool.

8.30 Australia’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. Explores life behind bars is like for prisoners Adrian Bayley, Katherine Knight and Simon Gittany.

9.30 Ron Iddles: The Good Cop: Maria James. (MA15+av, R) Ron Iddles revisits his first homicide case, the 1980 stabbing murder of bookshop owner Maria James.

10.30 Soham: Catching A Killer. (Mav, R) Part 3 of 3.

11.30 To Be Advised.

1.10 Magnum P.I.

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

Journey To Irpinia, Italy. (R)

Pointless. (PG)

Tipping Point. (PG, R)

9News Afternoon.

Tipping Point Australia. (PG)

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 RBT. (PGl) Follows the activities of police units.

8.30 RPA: Ballerina Valma. (PGm) Robotic surgery could offer a former professional ballerina a second chance to dance.

9.30 A+E After Dark. (Mm) A man who fell backwards develops a nasty haematoma that is bleeding rapidly.

10.30 9News Late.

11.00 The Equalizer. (Mav)

11.50 Resident Alien. (Mav) 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, 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 Top Gear Australia. (Premiere, PGl) The team road-tests a Maserati, a Ferrari and a Pagani. 8.55 Gogglebox Australia. (Final, ls) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 9.55 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. 10.55 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.20 The Project. (R) 12.20 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am WorldWatch.

The Movie Show. Noon WorldWatch. 12.30

1.20 The Story Of. 1.50 Leigh-Anne Pinnock:

And Power. 3.00 The Wine Lovers’

To Australia. 3.30 WorldWatch. 5.25 The Casketeers. 5.55 Abandoned Places. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Hells Angels: Kingdom Come. 10.20 Red Flag: Music’s Failed Revolution. 11.35 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Left Off The Map. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 My Impossible House. 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 The Zoo. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Miniseries: Karen Pirie. 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. 3.05 Antiques Roadshow. 3.35 MOVIE:

7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 The Inbestigators. 7.55 Operation Ouch! 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.30 The Wonderful World Of Puppies. 9.10 Teenage Boss. 9.40 Doctor Who. 10.25 Merlin. 11.10 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Gossip Girl. 2.00 The Golden Girls. 2.30 The Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Golden Girls. 6.30 The Nanny. 7.30 Survivor 47. 9.00 MOVIE: Inception. (2010, M) Midnight Love Island UK. 1.20 Below Deck. 2.20

Friendship found inside a bottle

Ruth and Lyle May, residents of Southern Cross Care (SCCQ) Caloundra aged care home enjoyed an extraordinary reunion on Tuesday 8 October.

Little did they know a message in a bottle they released 20 years ago would spark a longtime friendship with John and Kelly Moriarty from the US who they will now meet for the first time in person.

The story began on Australia Day in 2004, when Ruth and Lyle, on a container ship journey from LA to New Zealand, decided to drop a message in a Steinlager bottle into the Pacific Ocean.

A year later, John and Kelly stumbled upon the bottle on the shores of Ni’ihau island, Hawaii - an island that is known as the Forbidden Isle, privately owned and only accessible via a special helicopter tour.

Reflecting on the moment he found the bottle, John shared, “It’s odd that I would even

find the bottle in this remote location. The debris that washes up on the beaches hadn’t been cleaned up for possibly hundreds of years. Also, you would never guess how many bottles make it ashore with no lid. The pilot has found only two notes in a bottle in the 13 years he has lived in Kaua’i, and even then, could never make out the note. Our tour group couldn’t believe our luck.”

Since John’s excited two-page reply, the couples have exchanged countless letters, bonded by a shared sense of adventure and curiosity.

Now, after two decades of friendship built across oceans, John and Kelly have made the journey from their home in San Diego, California, to finally meet Ruth and Lyle face-to-face at their home in Caloundra.

Recalling how this encounter brought to life his dream of finding a message in a bottle after watching the film Message in a Bottle, John said, “I never thought I’d be lucky enough to find one.

Thanks to Ruth and Lyle, I was. It gave us such a thrill, and now, every time I’m at sea, I’ll continue the tradition.”

Ruth and Lyle expressed their excitement for the reunion.

“We never imagined that a simple message in a bottle would bring us such a deep and lasting friendship. We’re overwhelmed to finally see them face to face after all these years.”

Karen Wilson, residential manager at SCCQ Caloundra, also expressed her delight at the reunion: “It’s not every day you form a lifelong friendship through a message from across the ocean, and even rarer that those friends come to visit you! We are always amazed by the incredible life stories our residents bring with them. Ruth and Lyle’s story enriches our community and reminds us of the magic of human connection.”

Teenager airlifted after snake bite

The Bundaberg-based LifeFlight aeromedical crew airlifted a teenager to hospital on Tuesday night, 8 October after he was bitten by a snake. It is believed he was walking outside in the dark near his K’gari accommodation when the unidentified snake bit him on the leg.

The teenager’s parents applied initial first aid before the crew landed the helicopter on a grassed area on the eastern side of the island at 8.55pm.

Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) paramedics treated the patient before driving him to the LifeFlight helicopter.

He was airlifted to Hervey Bay Hospital in a stable condition.

The Bundaberg-based LifeFlight helicopter and crew service the Wide Bay-Burnett region and beyond.

LNP boat ramp promise

The LNP has committed to deliver new boating infrastructure to improve access to the Noosa River if elected.

“Current facilities are at, or over capacity and this has led to flow-on impacts in terms of parking and other congestion issues around existing boat ramps,“ LNP Noosa candidate Clare Stewart said. Ms Stewart said the investment would be the first made by a state government to expand boating infrastructure in Noosa in more than 30 years.

Andrew McCarthy of the Noosa Boating and Fishing Alliance welcomed the announcement and said it would increase the capacity of boat users to safely access the Noosa River for fishing and recreation.

“Noosa has been crying out for this investment from a state level for decades,” Mr McCarthy said.

Noosa Lions fund equipment

Heads Lions Club treasurer

has presented a cheque for $2000 to Wishlist chief executive officer

The money will go towards the purchase of a Biplane which is specifically designed for the diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders, such as stroke and brain aneurysms.

At the moment, the only Biplane available is in Brisbane. As time is an important factor in neurological disorders, to have a Biplane at SCUH would be a lifesaver.

Noosa Heads Lions Club is celebrating its 50th birthday of serving the local community and is always looking for new members.

For more information, contact Geoff Dumayne on 0409 862 749.

The LifeFlight aeromedical crew airlifted a teenager to hospital after he was bitten by a snake. (Supplied)

The Noosa

Geoff Dumayne

Lisa Rowe.

Noosa Heads Lions Club treasurer Geoff Dumayne presents a cheque to Wishlist CEO Lisa Rowe. (Supplied)

LNP Noosa candidate Clare Stewart promise more boating infrastructure, if LNP are elected. (Supplied)

A message in this bottle sent by Ruth and Lyle May led to a 20-year friendship with John and Kelly Moriarty. (Supplied)

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1 Nuuk is the capital city of which country?

2 Which Dutch explorer was the first known European to reach New Zealand?

3 Shirley Temple’s trademark song OntheGoodShip Lollipop was from which film?

4 The rings of Saturn are primarily composed of what?

5 ‘As-salamu alaykum’ is a spoken greeting in what language?

6 Mount Macedon is located in which Australian state?

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Stebhens family reunites

When teacher Ian Stehbens was transferred to Holland Park in Brisbane in 1972, he met John Stehbens and his brother Ian Stehbens, a builder, for the first time.

“How are we related?” was an obvious question that they asked. “Wouldn’t have a clue!” was the answer. Little did Ian realise then the impact this question would have.

It started a journey of many hours of transcribing records at the State Archives, rescuing delicate volumes of records from dust and decay at the Bundaberg cemetery and travelling across the world to find his origins.

A major book, websites, reunions and recognition of forgotten history and forgotten people have resulted so far.

Now, Bundaberg is keen to recognise its pioneer heritage, including that created and contributed by an immigrant family from Schleswig-Holstein (Denmark-Germany), the family of Detlef and Anna Stehbens and their many descendants.

They arrived in Maryborough in 1865, and on the Burnett in 1871, the first of the Germanspeakers to select land for agriculture at Bundaberg. As Ian organises the finishing touches for a family reunion of the Stehbens clan to be held in Bundaberg on the weekend of 19-20 October, he humbly admits he would be happy with a dozen family members making the trek to the Wide Bay Burnett city for the occasion.

In reality, after drawing hundreds to earlier reunions in 2005 and 2015, he can expect at least a large turn-out.

What drives a man to such commitments and lengths? Discovering the family story and writing the chapters of this extended family history meant that melodramas of love and sadness were woven into a socio-political fabric that runs over four centuries and bears fruit in modern Bundaberg.

“It tells me why I am here,” Ian said.

“One of our family members told me that she hated her name – Stehbens - as she was growing up.

“She said no-one could spell it, no-one could pronounce it, it was a source of sadness.

“But when she read the published family history, From the edge of oblivion, everything changed. “She is so proud to understand where she fits in this fabulous story,” he said.

The welcoming embrace of this German family and their impact on Australian history began when the Stehbens family selected their first lands in Bundaberg - and when their children married other immigrants from Europe: Andresen, Elvery, Lister, Strand, Jules, Cherry, Melville.

The family has been omitted from much of Bundaberg’s social history because they were

500th heart procedure

Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital’s (SCUPH) heart team has celebrated its 500th Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) procedure this week, after becoming the first regional Australian location to roll out an accredited TAVI program in 2019.

The TAVI procedure is a minimally invasive alternative to open heart surgery for patients suffering from severe aortic stenosis. The narrowed aortic valve is replaced using an artificial valve delivered via a catheter placed through the femoral artery in the groin.

Interventional cardiologist, Dr Peter Larsen, said he was proud to see the team reach this significant milestone so quickly.

“It’s a testament to the skills and dedication of the “heart team“ at SCUPH - the nurses, allied health staff, cardiac catheterisation lab team, and doctors who work together for each TAVI operation. We have a world class cardiac team here at SCUPH,” Dr Larsen said.

“I’ve worked in theatres all around the world and the team at SCUPH is exceptional. We have had some urgent, emergency cases

and the team has always been there to make sure we look after every patient regardless of the time or day.”

Dr Larsen said the TAVI is designed to offer a shorter hospital stay and recovery time as well as less scarring than open heart surgery. He believes it is extremely important for this procedure to be available on the Sunshine Coast.

“It’s so important, not just for the patient who can have treatment close to home, but also their family and caregivers, who can visit and look after the patient pre and post procedure without the need to travel 100+ kilometres.”

SCUPH CEO, Peter Fahey, said hospital operator, Ramsay Health Care, was committed to offering patients access to leading private health care options, close to home.

“We’re committed to offering Sunshine Coast locals access to modern surgical options designed to improve patient experience and outcomes.”

son, John Jules (1877-1906), who was tragically killed when the boiler at Bonna Sugarmill exploded, is buried with Detlef.

During the reunion weekend a memorial will be erected and unveiled at Bundaberg General Cemetery in Takalvan Street. It will also recognise Detlef’s wife Anna Wilhelmine (Grube) Stehbens, whose brick memorial on her grave in Maryborough was removed when the cemetery was turned into the Rose Garden.

“While this family was the first of the German speaking selectors to take up land at Bundaberg, its significance is even greater,” Ian said.

“Detlef and John discovered the groundwater of the Lower Burnett, digging an 18-metre deep well which Detlef lined with bricks made on his property. The site of their first home and well is preserved in Stehbens Park, Kepnock. John was entrepreneurial, delivering water from the well to homes in Bundaberg, growing corn for their horses and the Queensland market, and selling tobacco on the London market.”

“Their early contribution to economy and agriculture has flowed continuously to the present day.”

mistakenly assumed to be English. As records were made of births, deaths, marriages, and school enrolments, the family names including Stehbens and Andresen were anglicised into Stevens and Andersons.

Bundaberg Regional Council now has a heritage committee which is keen to identify and recognise significant heritage, and they have been working with Ian to set the record straight.

“To date I have found 139 descendants of this family in Bundaberg cemeteries,” Ian said.

Patriarch of the family, Detlef (meaning “heritage of his people”) was buried on 20 October 1892 but no headstone was ever erected. A grand-

The memorial will also name all 13 of the original family and their marriage partners – the branches of the Andresen, Elvery, Lister, Jules, Strand and Stevens families. It is intended to be more than a family memorial but one of heritage significance to Bundaberg Region.

Bundaberg Regional Heritage Group, Bundaberg Regional Council and Generation Funerals are supporting this initiative.

As well as being an opportunity to create and renew family ties, the program includes field trips to significant sites with historical storytelling, a family dinner, photo displays and the opportunity to update the family genealogical database.

“They are not here, but they live on in their many descendants. So it is our privilege to honour our pioneers and tell their story,” Ian said. He can be contacted on 0477 160578 for details of the reunion.

Deshna Fennell, Dr Peter Larsen, Mrs Norma Wilson the first TAVI patient at SCUPH), Mr David Henderson (500th TAVI patient), Jon Lucas, Lala Gonzalez. (Supplied)

Stehbens in the Wide Bay Burnett. (Supplied)

Pete Murray ready to play

Loading up the good vibes, beloved Australian singer-songwriter Pete Murray has returned with his new single and music video, Wouldn’t It Be Good.

Soaked in grooves, sunny melodics and Murray’s powerfully soothing vocals, Wouldn’t It Be Good is a charismatic addition to 2024, as well as a perfect accompaniment to the summer months ahead; a fitting fact with Murray also set to embark on an extensive tour kicking off late December and hitting the Sunshine Coast on Thursday 3 January 2025 at The Station.

“You will definitely be hearing Wouldn’t It Be Good that’s for sure,” reveals Murray of his upcoming performances.

“It is a great summer song and will blend in to all my other songs. I’m hoping it will be a fan favourite by the end of the tour. It’s always exciting growing as an artist and writing and recording new songs. I’m loving the groove on this track, so it’s going to be a fun one to play live.”

Starting life with nothing but its opening riff percolating, Wouldn’t It Be Good not only evolved into slightly new sonic territory for Pete Murray; it also marked a shift in Murray’s creative process, with producer Luke Palmer (Dead Letter Circus) ultimately helping to solidify the radiant end result.

“It just started with the opening riff then went to the two-chord verse,” shares Murray of Wouldn’t It Be Good’s origins.

“I was really just searching for the chorus lyrics, and the music just seemed to fit in with the lyrics. It’s normally the other way around. I produced this song with the help of Luke Palmer, and it’s funny with this song because when I first wrote it and played it for some friends, it wasn’t getting a great reaction. But I still really liked the song and never gave up on it. Then I had my nephew Dylan Cattanach (aka Katanak) help me out on an early demo, and it was here that I really started to hear the potential of the song - but people still weren’t getting it. During the recording of the album, I even played it to Luke and he wasn’t that into it, so I left it until the very end of the album recording and I brought it up again and got Luke to help me with it. There is a really great drum groove with congas paying and I got Luke to play a bass line on it too. As soon as I heard the bass, acoustic and drums, I knew this was going to work and the whole song just fell into place after that. Even at this stage when the song started to fall into place, I think I had lost a bit of confidence with it and I said to Luke: “I’ll keep this song for the next record, but let’s just finish it anyway”. Instead, he was like: “No way this is one of my faves and should go on this album”, so we

finished it off and now it’s the first single. Funny how things work.”

Coated in positivity, bustling with acoustic magic and sparkling percussion, Wouldn’t It Be Good channels the essence of three iconic artists alongside Murray’s affable yet gripping trademark charm, as Murray himself puts it: “It’s John Lennon meets Jack Johnson and Rodriguez”.

Mixed by Callam Howell, Wouldn’t It Be Good also saw Murray connect with OneHouse to conjure the accompanying visuals, featuring Murray and his accompanying band in full swing.

“I’m keeping this video clip pretty simple and just filming the band play it in the studio - but I do have a funny video idea that involves a wellknown tennis player but I can’t talk about this yet!” Murray reveals.

“For this video, we worked with the talented OneHouse who are one of the most exciting upand-coming production teams in the country.

They’ve worked on a bunch of great short films that have been screened at festivals around the world recently as well as created some compelling music videos for acts including Boy & Bear and Steph Strings.”

One of Australia’s most enduring and endearing singer-songwriters, Pete Murray has gone on to sell over 1.2 million albums, amassed hundreds of millions of streams, release three ARIA chart-topping albums, and boasts 17 ARIA Award nominations amongst multiple other wins and nominations over the years.

Emerging with his debut full length album The Game in 2001, Murray’s breakout sophomore album Feeler in 2003 cemented his status as one of the all-time greats.

With ongoing hits along the way, including Better Days, Feeler, Opportunity and So Beautiful, Murray’s stirring blend of positivity with acoustic, rock and folk elements has flourished across decades, including with his most recent full length

album Camacho in 2017.

Now dominantly splitting his time in the studio and spending time with his family, Murray has also cultivated a stalwart reputation for his live show, from his own headline shows at home andabroad,aswellasperformanceswiththelikes of Missy Higgins, Icehouse, Rob Thomas, Darryl Braithwaite and James Blunt to name a mere few. And in 2024, Murray has also returned to releasing music as an entirely independent artist.

“I’m now 100 per cent back to being an independent artist, which I’m really excited about,” shares Murray.

“Being independent again, the workload is a lot greater, but I’m enjoying being a part of every step, and hopefully the rewards will also be greater.”

Tickets available from Moshtix at moshtix. com.au/v2/event/pete-murray-w-specialguests/171840

Pop Up Polo Sunshine Coast set to break crowd record

Punters are being urged to avoid disappointment when Town Pop Up-Polo comes to the Sunshine Coast on Saturday 12 October.

The event sold out in Rockhampton and Bundaberg earlier this year and event organiser Trent Meade of Events Queensland said the Sunshine Coast is set to sell out soon.

“The event has doubled in size since it started in 2022, locals have really jumped on board, and we have just about sold-out the Heads of Noosa Polo Lounge. Expect to see the who’s who of the Sunshine Coast with Mayor Natoli attending to officially open the event on Saturday afternoon,” Mr Meade said.

Since the first Sunshine Coast event in 2022,

Pop-Up Polo has become one of the most popular social events of the year giving punters a chance to dress up and enjoy the glamour and excitement of the world’s fastest ball game.

Pop-Up Polo is part of the Urban Polo circuit which is the largest national polo series in the world but is presented by the local team from Events Queensland and is supported by multiple local sponsors including presenting partner, Town Group as well as Billy J, 91.1 HOT FM, Mercedes-Benz Sunshine Coast, Beyond Payments, Watermark Constructions, W.A.T Den, Wishlist (Charity Partner), Heads of Noosa Brewing Co, Kate Anderson Designs, Ghost Air, Leskes Jewellers, Mode Design, The Sunshine

Coast Falcons, OneLife Property Group, Cooper Small, FTA Accountants, Logic Energy, Pedal & Scoop, Bidfood and Alphaline Tiny Homes.

Guests can expect a beautiful day out packed with award winning entertainment, premium catering, free-flowing drinks, fabulous fashion, their real-life Pretty Woman moment with the divot stomp and finally an after-party that kicks off as the sun goes down.

The winner of the Ladies Dash will win a diamond ring from Leskes Jewellers valued at $5000.

When: Saturday 12 October from 11.30am.

After Party: 5pm – late

Where: Kawana Sports Precinct, 320 Nicklin Way, Bokarina

Getting There: Ghost Air Helicopters providing luxury transfers from Sunshine Coast Airport. Paid parking available on site.

Tickets: Available at Eventbrite. Prices start from $73.40.

Game to be played between the Sunny Coasts favourite charity, Wishlist and Sunshine Coast’s No. 1 Radio station, 91.1 HOT FM.

As the official charity partner of Town PopUp Polo Sunshine Coast, Wishlist will receive $1 from every ticket sold along with the recycling profits from the day.

An after-party kicks off as the sun goes down.

Pop-Up Polo has become one of the most popular social events of the year.

Town Pop Up-Polo comes to the Sunshine Coast on Saturday 12 October. (Supplied)

Pete Murray. (Ian Laidlaw)

T-Birds to play in Yandina

Yandina welcomes guest country music artists the T-Birds to the ACMA concert on Sunday 20 October.

With songs that you know and love, and their on-stage energy, you can guarantee entertainment!

You’ll also enjoy popular country music and other upbeat, crowd-pleasing favourites from local artists backed by a great house band. See you at the Hall of Fame, 24 Steggalls Road, 12 noon start. Raffle and door prizes, byo lunch, free tea and coffee. Entry $10, members $8.

• Enquiries 0437 191004.

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

AIR NOOSA BRANCH

Australian Independent Retirees (AIR) Noosa BranchPre-Election Forum 10 October at 10am at Function Room, Villa Noosa Hotel. Meet the candidates and see what they offer self-funded retirees. AIR is non-party political. Visit airnoosasecretary@gmail.com or phone 0478 479 049, www.facebook.com/AIRNoosa. It’s free to attend, visitors welcome - morning tea provided. Be informed about the issues that matter to our community.

SUNNY FUNDRAISERS

Sunny Fundraisers would like to thank those that have supported us over the past year, you have helped us raise around $16000 so far with the Xmas Wrapping fundraiser at The Civic Noosavillle coming up the second week in December. It all helps those going through their journey with Cancer. We appreciate the donations that are given generously as well. It all helps to make a difference.

RED CROSS:

The monthly meeting of the Tewantin/Noosa Branch of the Australian Red Cross will be on Friday 18 October at the Tewantin RSL. Doors open 10am. All welcome. A Cake Stall will be on Saturday 26 October at 8am at Baptist Church, cnr Lake Weyba Drive and Weyba Rd, Noosaville.

SERENITY WALKS AND MEDITATION

Leave overthinking, anxiety and stress behind and step into world of relaxation with a 20 minute silent walk in nature, followed by a 20 minute guided meditation, Q and A and then optional coffee at a local cafe. Sessions are $5 at North Shore: Sunday 20 October 9–10am, Boreen Point: Sunday 10 November 8-9am, Kin Kin: Sunday 17 November. 8-9am. This project is funded under the Disaster Recovery Funding arrangements. See more information at mindfulnessworksaustralia.com.au/serenity/ or text Karl Baker 0424995028.

WOMEN’S SHED

Noosa Women’s Shed is holding their AGM on Saturday 12 October from 1.30pm at Noosa Seniors, 11 Wallace Drive, Noosaville. All are welcome. BYO chair. Come along and hear our story, chat with like minded women and celebrate that our new shed is coming to fruition. Find out more about us at https://www.noosawshed.com.au or www.facebook.com/NoosaWomensShed GARDEN CLUB

The next meeting of the Tewantin Noosa Garden Club will be held on Monday 14 October at the Anglican Church, 17 William Street, Tewantin at 1pm. The Guest Speaker is Aaron Hendley speaking on Air Plants. Plant sales competition tables raffles afternoon tea and friendship. Guests welcome For more information contact Len 0417604889.

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 11 October – Noosa Council – Get Ready!

- Disaster Resilience and Recovery

• Friday 18 October – Professor Quentin Beresford – The Biggest Show on Earth: the 2024 US Presidential Election 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.

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.

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 manage-

ment, 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.

TEWANTIN NOOSA LIONS CLUB

Tewantin Noosa Lions Club are looking for additional volunteers to help with our many community events and fund raising activities. Not only is giving back to the community an enriching and rewarding experience. It’s also a great way to make new friends, network, learn new skills and knowledge. If you would like to learn more about us, contact Veronica via Email. Membership@tewantinnoosalions.org.au

VEGGIE VILLAGE

Veggie Village at Rufous St Peregian Beach is a community garden growing organic fruit, herbs and vegetables. Membership is open to anyone who wants to learn more about gardening, share their knowledge or just make some friends. Veggie Village has individual plots for rent plus communal plots that we look after and share. Contact us on info@veggievillage.org.au or visit veggievillage.org.au

SINGERS WANTED

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

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. 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 welcome.

Tewantin- Noosa Meals on Wheels

Weekly foster for Tewantin- Noosa Meals on Wheels beginning Monday 14 October.

Monday Drivers: Rotary D Break, Driver needed for B Run, Darryl, Geoff, Patricia, Ian, Jason, Robyn, Driver needed for K Run Kitchen: Denise, John

Tuesday Drivers: Bruce, Darryl, Tania and Friends, Penny, Denise, Parani and Peter, Driver needed for H Run, Driver needed for I Run, Deidre Kitchen: Ann

Wednesday Drivers: Christina, Kevin Mc, Alan and Cynthia, Kevin, Driver needed for G Run, Melody and Kath, Driver needed for I Run, John and Helen, Paul

Kitchen: Denise, John, Jerry, Christina

Thursday Drivers: Melanie, Alison, Driver needed for C Run, Julie, Margo and Jim, Driver needed for G Run, Ian, Driver needed for I Run, Andrew, Sharon and Mal

Kitchen: Donal, Vicki, Claire, Sharon, 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.

T-Birds play at Yandina. (Supplied)

Freddys turn two and you can party

Local band The Freddys would like to invite you to join them in celebrating their second anniversary of playing gigs on the Sunshine Coast.

You can catch up with them for a Sunday session on 13 October from 12-3pm at the Apollonian Hotel, Boreen Point, where the boys made their first public appearance back in October 2022 at an open mic session.

Individually, the band members have had plenty of experience over the years in other acts, but now, together they’re paying tribute to the music they’ve grown up on with their own brand of classic vintage rock from the ‘60s right through to the ‘90s.

The Freddys will also be playing another of their favourite venues, The Marina Bar Noosa, on Sunday 20 October from 4-7pm so put on your dancing shoes for that one.

The Freddys are Simon Bland, Chris Lofven, Terry Cook and Michael Davies. (Flossy)

Claptomaniacs are back in Tewantin

What do The Hollies’ Long Cool Woman, the Steve Miller Band’s Jet Airliner, Joe Cocker’s Unchain My Heart, Steely Dan’s Black Friday, and The Beatles’ Get Back have in common?

Answer: they’re all songs the five-piece Claptomaniacs band will include in their performance repertoire on Saturday 12 October at

Tewantin Noosa RSL, from 8pm.

And, as anyone who knows the Noosa Shirebased band - and many do - the songs will be played with authenticity, precision and discipline, as always.

The band covers a range of transatlantic music from the late ‘60s to late ‘80s, and if these songs resonate from your era, you will

love their show.

The RSL has a great menu and drinks list, along with a good dance floor, which is just as well because five minutes of listening to the Claptomaniacs and you’ll be looking for it!

It’s usually busy when these guys play, so best to make a table booking on 5447 1766 to avoid disappointment.

Gypsy jazz at the Majestic

Gypsy jazz, also referred to as the Manouche genre of jazz, had its origins in Europe.

It was brought to international acclaim by Django Reinhardt, a gifted guitarist born into the French-speaking gypsies known as the Manouches. Some jazz historians consider his compositions and stirring rhythm “to have the same ring of originality and innovation of such significant American musicians as Louis Armstrong and Sidney Bechet”.

Noosa Jazz Club presents an innovative ensemble of young musicians who explore the Manouche genre at its monthly concert at The Majestic Theatre Pomona on

24 October.

The Gypsy Cats have become a dominant force in Australia’s gypsy jazz landscape, meticulously curating a diverse repertoire that showcases their unique interpretation of the genre.

From infectious up-tempo swing and enchanting gypsy bossa to heartfelt traditional jazz ballads and the romance of French waltz, their music offers something for everyone.

The music starts at 1.00 pm and the doors open at 12 noon. For more information, text 0478 256 245 or email info@noosajazzclub. com To book your ticket, go to noosajazzclub. com The

Hear Noni Hazlehurst share life

Fans of Australian acting icon Noni Hazlehurst will be thrilled to see her up close at Venue 114, Bokarina on Wednesday 30 October.

Presented by Sunshine Coast Libraries, Noni will talk about her new memoir Dropping the Mask with ABC Sunshine Coast journalist Owen Jacques. Noni, who has graced our screen and theatres for more than 40 years, is finally telling her story. She is a household name and actor, from hosting Playschool for more than two decades to acting in films such as Ladies in Black, June Again, Monkey Grip, Candy and Little Fish.

Noni was also a beloved host on Better Homes and Gardens, had a starring role in fan favourite A Place to Call Home, and, most recently, hosting the SBS miniseries, Every Family Has a Secret.

A natural-born storyteller, Noni is funny, fierce, and truthful. This memoir is full, rich, lively, opinionated and a testament to the power of storytelling.

Follow her journey as a single mother to two boys, juggling a high-profile career and becoming the second woman to be inducted into the Logies Hall of Fame in 32 years.

Noni’s books will be available for purchase with a special book signing session. Tickets are sure to sell out quickly, so get yours no.

Event details

When: Wednesday 30 October

Where: Venue 114, 114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina

Tickets: Tickets are $25 per person. Registration essential. For ages 16 and over. For bookings visit library.sunshinecoast. qld.gov.au.

Doors open at 6pm for happy hour with a bar available to purchase beverages. Enjoy light refreshments made from local ingredients and live music with talented local artist Nyssa Ray. At 7pm join Noni Hazlehurst and Owen Jacques for the inconversation event.

Gypsy Cats – Rodrigo Santiago (guitar), Roberto Fontana (trumpet), Emma Hales (double bass), Mircha Mangiacotti (guitar.) (Supplied)

Australian acting icon Noni Hazlehurst.

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The Claptomaniacs will perform at Tewantin Noosa RSL on Saturday. (Supplied)

Making the connection

By Erle Levey

A boat trip from Noosa Marina at Tewantin to Makepeace Island gave time to reflect on the history of the Noosa River - before the timber-getters, before the early settlers, before the fisherman’s huts.

The stately trees amid the wallum and the mangroves stand out like sentinels ... relics of a time when sawmills and shellfish middens shared places along the riverbanks.

The occasion was part of the sixth annual Sunshine Coast Open House, a festival that celebrates the fusion of architecture, design, heritage, landscape and art across the Sunshine Coast and Noosa.

Makepeace Island was the setting for a tour of the island and a lunch by award-winning executive chef Zeb Gilbert.

The theme for the event was Connection, Conversation and Community.

Hosted by Ron and Lynn Scott of Moon Mountain Sanctuary at Eumundi, the day included a special behind-the-scenes talk and tour of this boutique, private hideaway, island resort coowned by Sir Richard Branson.

The 25-acre island was initially home and studio to renowned artist, Spencer.

It changed hands in 2008, with building of the resort and renovation of the home and studio starting in 2011, with guests arriving from 2016.

The lunch showcased local organic produce and paired with carefully selected wines from the private collection of Moon Mountain Sanctuary.

Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli spoke about the importance of Connection, Conversation and Community, and why this is essential for the future of the Sunshine Coast.

That is an integral part of making the region so liveable, Cr Natoli said, encourage everyone to maintain this place we live in.

We get to enjoy it, so it is incumbent upon each and everyone of us to ensure that so do those who follow.

What happens needs to be relevant, and to be designed for our climate and environment.

PEOPLE, PLACES AND SPACES

Architect and restaurant owner Jess Coolican put the importance of a sense of place into perspective, reminding how every customer at the Peregian Beach restaurant is important.

One customer remarked “You treat me like I’ve spent $1million and I can’t tell you how special it makes me feel.’’

That story reminded Jess in a very small way of the importance of creating space for connection.

“The spaces we inhabit and the rituals we practice not only shape our personal identities but also weave into the intricate fabric of our broader communities.

“Throughout my career in design, development and procurement, I have had the pleasure of exploring the importance of space in its many forms.

“The environments we inhabit are more than just backdrops to our lives. They shape our experiences, evoke emotions and influence our senses of belonging.

“A place can hold memories, stories and sense of identity.

“When we feel connected to a place, we engage with our surroundings which in turn nurtures our sense of belonging and identity.’’

In the past year, Jess has had the pleasure of

Bask restaurant with her husband and chef Jack Madden.

They are a paddock-to-plate restaurant with a heartfelt focus on the importance of breaking bread together.

“Bask has always been an extension of our kitchen table. It’s the space around which we have gathered hundreds of times with family, with friends and sometimes with a stranger or two, to share experiences and connect over a love of food.

“Gathering around the dinner table is one of the most significant rituals we maintain in our daily lives.

“When we share a meal with loved ones, the dining table becomes a site for connection and storytelling.

“When you sit at a table and enjoy a meal, consider for a moment the many hands who’s hard work has resulted in the completed dish - the farmer, the farmhand, kids running around the back paddock, the truck drivers, the suppliers, the chefs, the waitress who carefully places in front of you.

“Imbedded within the simple dish sitting on top of your table are the livelihoods and stories of so many.’’

Restaurants, in this sense, are a true expression of community.

They are a container - for the experience of the guest, and for the passion and dedication of many others along the way.

“It is such a joy to share this experience with our guests and to provide a platform around which moments of genuine and unvetted connection can occur.

“Rituals such a sharing a meal together provides structure and rhythm, anchoring us in time and place - fostering a stronger connection to self.

“They help us to celebrate milestones, cope with challenges and nurture our relationships.

“When we cultivate a strong connection to place and ritual, the ripple effect on our broader communities can be significant.

“Each person’s sense of self and place contributes to a collective identity: that our community.’’

Consider Peregian Square, our local village courtyard where Bask is based.

It’s more than just a physical space - it embodies the spirit and character of the community.

“On Saturday mornings you will find a group of older men playing chess games on folding chairs and tables, while children play nearby and couples walk their dogs. Coffee lines from local cafes spill on into the garden beds, creating a vibrant tapestry of life.

“This is a place where connections are made, stories are shared and memories are forged.

“I recalled my childhood spent running around that square - barefoot and carefree - while mum chatted with friends or we waited for dad to get us an ice cream after nippers.

“To now watch our own kids have those same interactions brings such a deeper layer of connection and meaning to the space for me.

“It is often the smaller interactions and connections which occur within a space, that holds the most gravity.

“At the end of the day, if we can connect people with spaces which nature sense of self while fostering connection it can be an incredibly powerful platform for good in our lives and in our community.

“As we gather here today in this magnificent setting on Gubbi Gubbi country, I’d like to acknowledge the community that acutely understood the importance of connection between place, sense of self and community many thousands of years before we laid foot here.

“As we sit here today we can learn and take a lot from this ancient wisdom still.’’

WHAT MAKES A HOME

Sunshine Coast Open House is a free community event that opens a selection of private homes and civic buildings to the public on Saturday and Sunday, 19- 20 October.

It is part of Open House Worldwide, founded in London in 1992 and now run in more than 55 cities.

This year’s program includes events and backof-house tours, including walks, talks, forums, art classes, and the rare opportunity to visit more than 30 buildings and gardens that are not generally open to the public.

Included in the activities in Noosa are a walking tour of Cooroy/Mill Place and a heritage walk in Tewantin hosted by community members, as well as two seminar events in Noosaville library.

These events allow an appreciation of where we live, reinforce our sense of place and provide a showcase to visitors our architectural successes.

This year’s program includes a focus on showcasing the heritage hotels of the hinterland towns.

Included this year is a community forum that ponders the question “What is Home?” to be held at the Coolum Civic Centre at 6pm on Friday, 18 October.

Eight passionate speakers, including Lynn Scott from Moon Mountain Sanctuary, will reflect on what ‘Home’ means to them.

Home is a fluid and complex concept. For some it’s a quiet apartment filled with books, for others it’s a bustling multi-generational household, for some Home is a landscape, and yet some people have no Home.

Home is many things - where culture, memory, architecture, country, values and daily life intertwine.

Further details on the 2024 Open House Sunshine Coast program: sunshinecoastopenhouse. com.au/

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Guests gather in one of the pavilion-style restaurants at Makepeace Island. (435549)

Executive chef Zeb Gilbert with lunch hosts Lynn and Ron Scott of Moon Mountain Sanctuary. (435549)

Jess Coolican of Bask restaurant Peregian Beach. (435549)

Artist Spencer’s original studio has been renovated as a guest retreat. (435549)

Seafood on the barbecue. (435549)

Noosa playwright David Williamson with Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli. (435549)

STAY ACTIVE in Noosa

Lots to do to keep 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 events will run between 5.45pm (start 6pm) to 7pm Tuesday evening until 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 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 par-

ties, 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

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 8.30-10am in Tewantin. Phone Margaret for details on 0425 269 988.

SUNDAY DANCE

Every Sunday, from 12.30pm, at the Tewantin Masonic Hall, Moorindil St. We start by teaching basic dance steps, then Waltz, old time, New Vogue, Ballroom Dances and a little Latin. We run through to 4pm. Lots of fun and dancing, including a 20 min. tea/coffee break to socialise. (Only $10) Hope to see you there. Singles or couples welcome. Just rock up or phone Andrew 0429 829 328. For more info, please visit andrewsclassdance.com

WALK WITH WISDOM

Join us every Friday morning from 7.30-9am for a revitalising walk along the Noosa River. Designed for active professionals and individuals seeking growth in personal, professional, and mental well-being, our sessions are led by a diverse team

of coaches and therapists. Start with brief introductions, then pair up to exchange insights as you walk. The morning concludes with a 10-minute engaging talk from a member, all while enjoying coffee from O-Boats. For more information, visit Facebook page: Walk With Wisdom.

SUNNY COASTERS LINEDANCING

We are a warm, welcoming, inclusive, friendly bunch who love to dance. With five classes offered each week together with absolute beginner workshops also starting periodically each term, there is something for everyone. Classes are held in Tewantin and Noosaville and taught by Sue who is a passionate teacher with over 30 years experience. Take an average day, build in some dance and realise the positive and rewarding results from a little music, a few Boot Scoot’n steps and encouraging vibes. Visit sunnycoasterslinedancing.com.au or phone Sue on 0408 337 262.

WALK AND WORKOUT

Mature ladies, if you’re not as fit as you used to be and you want to get back into moving your body in the great outdoors, then this might just be your answer. Accountability and achievability with a healthy active lifestyle plan customised just for you. Vitality, mobility, stability and longevity are a few of the benefits of building strength and improving flexibility with an easy active fitness plan.

Please call Donna on 0419 373 319.

CROQUET

Every Sunday morning is Come and Try Day at the Club in Noosa Waters’ attractive grounds in Seashell Place. Be at the Club by 8.15am where experienced trainers will help you understand what this strategic game is all about. And remember our offer – four free lessons before you need to think about joining. For further information ring Niven on 0428 799 987.

PLAY TENNIS

Fit tennis players required for singles and doubles play during the week and weekends. Squash and tennis players needed Monday, Friday, Saturday,

Hook, Line and Sinker

Sunday. Call Karen on 0412 485 411.

INDOOR BOWLS

Noosa Indoor Carpet Bowls Club would love to welcome new members to join us each Friday morning at the Leisure Centre in Wallace Drive, Noosaville. No experience necessary and lots of fun to be had. Play starts at 9am till 11am. Please contact Pam 0407 493 402.

NOOSA FOLK DANCERS

You’re invited to come and try sessions, first one free. Experience traditional and modern, easy and moderate dances from countries around the world, on Fridays from 10-11.45am at the Catholic Parish Hall, Moorindil Street, Tewantin. We are a welcoming group providing physical and social well-being through world dance. Phone Philippa on 0417 780 016 or just come along. Wear comfortable shoes.

TAP DANCE CLASSES

Always wanted to tap dance? Beginner classes, Fridays 2-3pm at Uniting Church Hall, Werin St, Tewantin. Intermediate classes are on Thursdays 4.45-6.15pm. Phone Helen on 0448 621 788 for further details.

PICKLEBALL

Life begins when you discover pickleball. Make new friends, play indoor or outdoor, and its a sport for all ages eight to 88. Noosa Pickleball Club is hosting beginner lessons, and sessions for all skill levels. Find out more by emailing info@ noosapickleballclub.com

FITBARRE

Classes for adults based on ballet. Improve your posture, tone and tighten your muscles with this total mind and body conditional workout while enjoying classical music. Classes are on Mondays and Wednesdays 9-10.30am (Intermediate level), Thursday 5-5.50pm (Beginners), Friday 9-10am (all levels) at Performing Arts Factory, 2/6-8 Rene St, Noosaville. Phone Angelika on 0488 088 633.

Nearly no crab November but tailor are still on the menu

By Drew Gardiner

This week it looks like there will be a bit of unstable weather along the coast with storms, showers and predominantly South Easterly winds making for interesting fishing conditions.

Beach Travel is still good at present, however Mudlow rocks at Rainbow Beach quickly became unpassable after last weeks article, and in the process claimed several vehicles. If you’re fishing the beach, please use com-

mon sense in this regard. If it looks tricky don’t attempt it and use the alternative access to Teewah Beach and Double Island via the Freshwater Road.

For those towing a boat to Fraser, the previous weeks swell has flattened the beach nicely aiding travel.

Indian Head By Pass has been tricky spot though with reports of very soft sand and long wait times due to vehicles stuck in the track blocking others pathway through. Its a big effort but those who have made the journey understand how well it pays off fishing wise.

In the surf, tailor are still on the menu.

Some quality specimens to 75cm have been bagged in the vicinity of the oaks at Inskip point in the evenings. Pilly’s and flesh baits like Mac Tuna and Bonito have been working exceptionally well.

Another place to try for them is the northern end of Teewah beach. Numbers of tailor should start to drop over the coming weeks as the spawning season comes to a end. As number drop though the quality picks up remarkably.

It won’t be long before we see some real animals of 80-90cm fish making a appearance.

One species that loves the SE wind are sand whiting and with the coming full moon they will definitely be on the chew both in the surf and in the Straights.

If you’re thinking a trip to Inskip point to target them try this little tip:

Fish mid tide to high tide on the sandy flats in-

Pelican Bay, they will be in the shallows in almost ankle deep water especially at night feeding.

Next, fish the last 2 hours of the run out tide to first hour of the run in tide in the surf along the Natone camp area, the whiting get sucked out of the bay and into the surf with the tide and end up in good numbers around this area on the lead up to the full moon. As always, fresh or live worms, size 4 aberdeen Tru Turn hooks and light gear will do the most damage.

In the Straights the mud crabs are definitely starting to thin out now which is the usually pattern for QLD through October and November. The next full moon may be the last peak period to scratch up a feed before “no crab november” as said commercially.

In saying that, those that work hard and crab out of the way spots or the far reaches of the creek systems will be rewarded with some absolute stonkers. Feel free to drop in and see the team at Gardiners Fisheries for tips on finding crabs this time of year and hang in there if you bomb out, new season crab normally kicks off on the first moon in December.

Unfortunately last week’s weather limited many to inshore fishing with only a few boats getting out and reporting some quality pearl perch and squirey snapper but little else. The NE winds definitely did a good job of shutting down the fish offshore so reports were slim on the ground. Catch up with you all next week.

Until then, stay safe and keep those rods ready.

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25 years of Masters

By Brian Hoepper

On Saturday 26 November, Noosa Masters Swimming Club members and friends will celebrate the club’s 25th anniversary at Peppers Resort.

Painstaking research into those 25 years has uncovered fascinating stories, none more so than that of Joyce Faunce. At the November celebration, her name will be foremost among those up in lights.

The story of the young Joyce (born Joyce Harrowby in 1921) reads like a ‘girls’ own adventure’. In 1939, on the eve of World War 2, Joyce was in Berlin, swimming for England in a contest against Germany. ‘We were lucky to get out of Germany’, she recalled. During the war, Joyce participated in morale-boosting exhibition swims for Allied servicemen. One such exhibition at London’s Marshall Street Baths was disrupted by a German V2 rocket exploding nearby, sparking frantic shouts of ‘hit the (pool) deck!’.

Joyce’s connection with Australia had begun in 1938 when, at 16, she swam for England at the British Empire Games in Sydney. World War 2 saw the 1940 Olympics cancelled, ending Joyce’s Olympian dreams. After the war, newly married and with children, Joyce ‘forgot all about swimming for 50 years’. But she remained in the British record books; her 100 yards freestyle record of 62.1 seconds would not be broken for 19 years!

Joyce and family migrated to Sydney in 1957, her home for 37 years until Noosa beckoned

in 1994. She returned to swimming and joined Noosa Masters in its foundation year, 1999. Joyce quickly re-entered the winners’ ranks. She was named Queensland Senior Achiever of the Year in 1999, and in 2000 was a Sydney Olympics torchbearer along David Low Way.

Current Noosa Masters members have been astounded by the revelations of Joyce’s swimming achievements unearthed from the archives. Over 13 years, Joyce broke 21 state masters long course records (in a 50-metre pool) - five of them also national – and 26 state short course records (in a 25-metre pool), 18 of them also national.

Remarkably, Joyce’s records were in all four strokes as well as the individual medley, and over all distances from 25 to 1500 metres. In 2011, at age 90, Joyce swam a masters national record 25 metres freestyle in 26.75 secs! The following year, she won gold in the 50 metres freestyle at the Pan Pacific Masters Games.

Joyce passed away in 2017, but is fondly remembered as a champion competitor, an honoured life member of Noosa Masters and an inspiration to swimmers young and old.

Stories of Joyce and other past members will be recounted as the club celebrates its first 25 years.

Past members and friends of Noosa Masters are invited to the anniversary celebration at Peppers Resort on Saturday 26 November 4-6pm.

If interested, please email ian.tucker55@ gmail.com

Head to the hill for the Noosa Hill Climb this October

The Noosa Hillclimb will return this weekend with an array of competitors lining up.

Toucan Motorsport, proudly sponsored by Toucan Removals & Storage, is a husbandand-wife team racing Toyota Celicas who have achieved remarkable success in the competitive world of Australian Street Sprint and Hillclimb Racing.

The duo has tackled some of the most challenging tracks, including the Noosa Hillclimb, Mount Cotton Hillclimb, Grafton Hillclimb, Goldrush Hill Sprint and Leyburn Historic Sprints.

Mark Cunningham has earned multiple

first-place finishes across various tracks, establishing himself as a dominant force on the hillclimb circuit. Meanwhile, Krystal has made her own mark, winning the prestigious 2024 Fastest Woman title at the Queensland Hillclimb Championships. Together, they represent a formidable team, proving that their shared passion fuels success both on and off the track.

The Noosa Hillclimb, made possible by the tireless efforts of the Noosa Beach Classic Car Club, is certainly an event on the racing calendar that is not to be missed and holds a special place in the team’s heart. It is their main local competition, bringing top-tier competitors from all over the country, and is where Krystal

made her debut in 2022. Both Mark and Krystal have proudly walked away with awards in previous years and are excited to take on this challenging track again this year.

One of the most unusual vehicles has once again entered for Noosa - The Hill in 2024. Back in the ‘60s, Jak Read built a buggy to take racing, his boys, aged seven immediately caught “buggy fever” and Matt Read has been building and racing buggies ever since.

Matt said “the criteria has always been; low cost, simple and fast”

Matt runs the well known Brisbane based specialist Mini workshop – The Mini Man,

three of the four classic Mini vehicles running at the recent Grafton Historic Hill climb were Read Speed based.

His latest variation is a specialist built chassis powered by a Yamaha 1000 bike motor which he has turbocharged, interesting bodywork saw it feature at Leyburn in 2024. Matt said he is “hoping to be in the top five outright (fingers crossed), if you can sort the time to get there you should, will be some lovely cars and great drivers running”.

Noosa Hill climb will be held 18,19 and 20 October.

Spectator tickets at the gate.

The ‘dirty dozen’ celebrate Robert Hill’s 90th birthday

With 84 active members, the Noosa Seniors Table Tennis Club is vibrant in numbers and skills, with memorable stories and life histories often discussed over post-game coffees at the Noosa Leisure Centre on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

This week, a long-termer, Robert Hill, turned 90, on Friday, being the second member to reach that milestone.

Robert and his wife, Margaret, who have been married since 1964, were touched by the celebra-

tion and sentiments of fellow players.

There were also 10 members present at the celebration that have crossed the 80 threshold, so now named the ‘dirty dozen’ of skill merchants that regularly use their vast experience to defeat the ‘younger’ ones.

As for Robert, he has many stories from an interesting life. When he was only 23, in 1957, he volunteered to join the Australian Antarctic Division and was chosen to spend a year on Macquarie Island assisting with scientific research tasks.

Robert and Margaret Hill celebrating his 90th birthday.

The ‘Dirty Dozen’ - the 80 plus group at Noosa Seniors Table Tennis Club. (Supplied)

Noosa swimming champion Joyce Faunce. (Supplied)

Talking Sport

Good start for nippers

For the Noosa Seahorse Nippers last Saturday morning was definitely a good continuation to the season for the Seahorse Nippers. Mid-week it looked like being a hard one but by Friday afternoon the necessary numbers for duty lifesavers required to work with the little people was spot on.

For the Saturday morning activities approximately 42 Nippers had signed up, and to work as helpers 55 qualified lifesavers reported for duty: of these, happy to relate that eight lifesavers were from the Sunshine Beach Surf Club. It was great to see the two clubs working together for such a worthy cause. The usual Bus Boys team that conveyed the parents from the Lions Park to Noosa’s Main Beach was there to ensure that the short journey was made in safety, and with little fuss.

It is always a great way to start the morning. For a lot of the nippers who have now been members for a couple of years, they will often emerge from the bus looking for their favourite lifesaver: if they can’t see him, will want to know who is going to look after them in the water and on the beach. Once they spot him, he will always be treated, with a big grin and a tiny hand waving a high five.

The activities start at 8am, with a parent and lifesaver briefing. Then there is a warmup, maybe an obstacle course, modified flags, a ski paddle, a swim with a rescue tube, and maybe a few signals. A run on the beach, then maybe building a sandcastle or two. All in a morning of fun at the beach: and under the supervision of their qualified lifesaver. Then it’s back to the bus, a happy smile, a wave of the hand and a big, “See yuh,” and a happy child and parent goes home. Until next weekend.

The happy smiling faces of the Sunshine Beach crew and their Noosa Minder says it all It’s that time of the year again when the best of the best takes the surf to contest the big one the Coolangatta Gold. Run over two days on 1213 October with the short course and the long course being contested, it will be the first Coolangatta Gold , for a young 20 year old Noosa Clubbie Finella Gibbs-Beal.

Already established as an open water marathon swimmer Finella said, ‘’It’s my first and I am really excited about doing it. Previously I had watched the event and thought it would be cool to have a go: so here am.” Training under Noosa Head Coach Darren Mercer himself a former iron man legend Finella is fully aware of, what lies ahead.

As a young girl she spent two years living in New Zealand then on returning to Queensland she settled in Noosa: and at age 8 joined the under 8 Noosa Nippers. On joining the nippers, she found she liked it that much that she moved right up through into the senior ranks and finally settling into surf sports. Having a natural liking for the open water swimming she found her liking for the marathon.

It was after competing in a few marathons that Finella went and had a good look at the Coolangatta Gold and the rest is now history. Down through the years Finella has won several 10kl open water swims and has also represented Australia. It was during her time as a team member that on one occasion she met a fellow team mate( an iron man to boot) Kai Robertson and Kai was to become the boyfriend.

Settling down just after the Australian championships she teamed up with her present coach Darren Mercer and learned to paddle the ski: this is a major leg in the Gold.

Now having registered for the gold, Finella has just completed a solid 4-month training program’. So, we wish both Finella and Darren all the very best.

Now over the hills at the Sunshine Beach Surf Club the 8, 9, and 10yr olds are learning a n Skills for Life Program which teachers them ocean awareness, wave knowledge and gives them valuable swimming and board skills. The kids learn how to read the tides, wind and swells and become great little ocean and women.

This is a program which is run by head coach and former Nutri-Grain Ironman Wes Berg and focuses on an early introduction training allowing which teachers the kids to feel comfortable

in the water. ‘’Skills for Life is one of my favourite elements of being a coach. It is the absolute beginning of the ocean journey where our youngest nippers are learning and growing in the water every single session.

The excitement and joy on the kids’ facers when they get their first good wave or body surf from the break to the shore is one of the most special parts of lifesaving. I have been lucky to teach my three kids this way and to share with this beautiful group each year is very rewarding,” says coach Berg. “Skills for Life sees over 30-40 sunshine nippers come together each week at 6am in the morning enjoying the best part of the day.’’

The teaching of such awareness is of the utmost importance in the life of our young lifesavers. For me personally, I was taught these lessons by our Noosa guru of body surfing, the late Phil Cave: and despite being taught these lessons some 66 seasons ago, I still remember them as though it was yesterday. So, to Phil, my mentor and Wes, my friend, many thanks to you both.

Weightlifting

The youngies of the Noosa Barbell club are once again on the move. Kase Dowd and Cooper Ward are finalising prep for the U15 and youth national weightlifting championships which will be held the weekend 18-20 October in Tasmania. Kase will be competing in the M73 kg classification and Cooper in the M81kg classification. The boys are looking good to finish the season on a high and the Noosa Barbell club community wish them good luck and good fortune in their respective events.

The club will also be hosting the final Queensland club round on 2 November from 9 30am if anyone is interested in seeing a live competition pop into the club on Lionel Donovan drive@ CrossFit 4566. There will be a small craft contest, Outriggers

the

comes a sense of excitement about the upcoming season.

With

warmer weather here now

From Colin Jones comes the following news. There will be a small craft contest for OC1s, OC2s and OC3s as well as V1and V2 at Raby Bay on October 19th. This will be closely followed by the Pan PACS on the Gold Coast on November the 2nd and 3rd

Then there is the Mooloolaba Paddlers Island Ocean Paddle on November9th and at the end of the month our very own Noosa River Race on November 30th. The club is always looking for new members so check out Noosa outriggers. com.au and register for a “come and try day”

Sunshine Beach Surf Lifesavers signed on for the Seahorse Nippers at Noosa. (Supplied)

Team effort for Seahorse nippers from Ron Lane, Minnie Smith, Little Jo Power, Cr Amelia Lorenton Steve and Nikki Mawby.

Phil Jarratt - philjarratt.com

Talking story with the Gull

Passing through Newcastle last week, I had the pleasure of catching up with old mate Mark Richards, still the most successful male Australian pro surfer of all time, and one of the world’s great shapers to boot.

While it’s quite possible that one of our emerging men’s pros will one day knock off MR’s total of four world titles – Mick Fanning went very close a decade ago – it is unlikely that anyone bar Kelly Slater, who racked up five consecutively on the way to a total of 11, will ever match his four in succession, an amazing period from 1979 to 1982 when no one could get near the swooping form of the “wounded seagull” on his speed machine twin fins.

I first surfed with Mark at Newcastle Point in 1971 when he was 13, nudging six feet already and so baby-faced he looked like he might burst into tears if you said g’day as you paddled past him. But boy, the kid could surf!

He was all arms and legs but in total control of the little first-generation McCoy twin fin under his feet. Five years later he was still all arms and legs but he was near enough to the best contest surfer in the world. In a profile for Tracks magazine I ungenerously named him the “wounded seagull” for the first time and it stuck. Despite this we’ve remained friends for the best part of 50 years.

There’s a pretty solid argument that MR could have started winning world titles in ’76, the year that the IPS instigated the world pro tour, but he steadfastly refused to tour year round, competing only in Australia and Hawaii, so that he could continue to indulge his other passion, creating high quality surfboards in some sheds behind the family’s surf shop (ground level) and home (first floor) on Hunter Street, Newcastle’ main drag. The year I first met him, ’71, was the year he was given his first planer, and through his teens he honed his skills as a shaper, glasser, glosser, airbrusher and sander. He was a one-man surfboard factory.

Even in 1979, the year of his first world title, he skipped South Africa and Europe, then blasted home from fourth to first during the Hawaiian season. But from then on, he was fully focused on the tour, and he was so dominant on his magic “Free Ride” twinnies that several very good surfers left the tour in frustration. They couldn’t get the hang of the twins and they couldn’t beat MR, so to hell with it.

Even MR, ruthless in the water but a puppy dog on land, expressed his genuine sympathy for Cheyne Horan, a great surfer who finished second to Richards three years in a row and would never win an open world title. I know he was genuine about this because long after MR’s pro career was over, he would stay with us in France while he toured Europe as part of Quiksilver’s Silver Edition team of mature age champs. The world champion of hypochondria as well as surfing, he would drive us nuts with his imaginary ailments

and food fussiness, but he also revealed a true heart of gold, one of the nicest people I’ve met in 55 years in the surf world.

But we’ve come together in Merewether not to reminisce (well, not for too long anyway) but to talk surfboards for a new book I’m writing. MR starts out by apologising that his memory is shot, but of course, like a lot of great surfer/shapers, he can recall just about every good turn in every heat, and every rail and bottom contour of every great surfboard ever owned. The conversational possibilities are endless, but we limit it to the evolution of the twinnie, which, in deference to busy readers and the possibility that it might damage future book sales, I’ll keep the condensed version

down to just a couple of paragraphs.

Although he ripped on McCoy twinnies as a kid, MR began to find them a bit limiting, and after his first trip to Hawaii he moved on to Ben Aipa’s famous Sting single fins, which he rode almost exclusively for the next three years. But in 1976 he was astounded by the performances of the great Hawaiian surfer Reno Abellira in tiny waves at Narrabeen for the Coke Surfabout, then the richest event in the world.

As the surf got smaller, Reno pulled out a fivefoot-seven-inch round-nosed twin fin, and skated across the tiny walls with such speed and finesse he would have won the event if some kid from Newcastle hadn’t got in the way. That same kid

actually had the gall to then ask Reno for some dimensions so that he could shape something similar. Reno obliged and MR was back on the twinnie thing.

At the end of that year he spent two months being schooled by leading shaper Dick Brewer in Hawaii, refined his ideas about twin fins that would work in all kinds of waves, and in 1978 he unleashed the MR Free Ride twin, all air-brush colour and lightning speed. Now he was unstoppable.

Mark Richards is still making surfboards and riding them in Newcastle, NSW. And he’s still nature’s gentleman.

MR on the North Shore, late ‘70s, trusty twin under his arm. (Merkel)

The shaper back in the day. (markrichardssurfboards.com)

MR in Merewether last week.

Closeup of twine action. (Trout)

What they drink their coffee out of in Newcastle. Off The Wall barrel. (Merkel)

PROPERTY

DANCE TO RHYTHM OF THE CARIBBEAN

PROPERTY MATTERS

ERLE LEVEY

CARIBBEAN Noosa was ahead of its time as a boutique complex with mezzanine-style apartments a few minutes walk to Hastings St.

Chris Miller of Tom Offermann Real Estate is excited at the level of interest being shown in a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment 14/13-15 Noosa Pde he is taking to auction on Saturday, 12 October, at 5pm.

“It’s a very neat package and in a phenomenal location ... you cannot get much closer to Hastings St and Main Beach.

“There has been some welcome feedback from buyers that they can secure a property with water frontage in such a good price range.

“This is a great opportunity for investors or lifestyle buyers at entry level.

“Brisbane interests see it as cheap carparking while locals are appreciating the location.’’

The fully self-contained apartment features an open-plan interior with furniture, artworks and accessories.

The couch can be made into a sofa bed, and slide-away doors allow an almost seamless flow from indoors to the undercover terrace.

The mezzanine-level main bedroom comes with custom timber bedhead, built-in robes, dresser and storage cabinetry, and has a half wall of marine balustrading. The bright, white ensuite has stone-topped single basin cabinetry.

Caribbean Noosa has strong year-round bookings, on-site management and its own private jetty.

SALTY BREEZES, SWEEPING SEASCAPES

Testament to the variety of properties at Noosa, Chris Miller is taking a four-bedroom, three-bathroom apartment in a striking position at Noosa Heads to auction on Friday, 18 October.

The two-car beach villa in Peppers Resort

two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment 10/9 Albert St, Noosaville, is set for auction at 3pm on Saturday, 12 October. (432788)

A two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment 10/9 Albert St, Noosaville, is set for auction at 3pm on Saturday, 12 October. (432788)

Noosa at 2105/5 Morwong Dve, has ocean views from both levels as well as looking out to the green backdrop of Noosa Hill.

“We have spoken to quite a number of Noosa property owners who see it as a upgrade,’’ Chris said. “They like the spacious lay-out, the views, and proximity to Hastings St, including the private access to the precinct and the beach.

“There has been a lot of interest from Melbourne and Sydney, but also from Brisbane ... they like the fact they can drive up and park.

“People who are really wanting that extra space.

“The apartment performs very well as short-term letting because of tourist accommodation. Most holiday-makers stay for an extended time.’’

Designed by renowned architect John Mainwaring, it is versatile as a space for the whole family with good separation of bedrooms as well as living areas.

On two levels, the good thing is upstairs is the main bedroom suite, while downstairs you

Two homes offering eight bedrooms, nine bathrooms, four-car parking on 801sq m at 14-14A Little Cove Rd, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Saturday, 12 October, at 4pm. (432788)

have a second main bedroom with ensuite.

Both main bedroom suites spill out to the north-facing balconies and have free-standing oval baths to drink in the views.

The galley kitchen comes with stone-topped timber cabinetry, including a long island breakfast bar, pantry, and high-end appliances including Fisher & Paykel fridge/freezer with icemaker; Miele oven and five-hob gas cooktop; and Westinghouse convec/micro.

The resident’s-only Brooke’s pool with its stunning infinity outlook over Laguna Bay is almost on the doorstep.

DOUBLE OPPORTUNITY

Not one but two homes in Little Cove go to auction on Saturday, 12 October, at 4pm

Built by award-winning Kernohan Construction, 14-14A Little Cove Rd, offers eight bedrooms, nine bathrooms and four-car parking.

Marketing agents Jonathan Tomasini of Rachel Sellman of Century 21 Conolly Hay Group are presenting the opportunity to buy

A two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment 10/9 Albert St, Noosaville, is set for auction at 3pm on Saturday, 12 October. (432788)

A two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment 10/9 Albert St, Noosaville, is set for auction at 3pm on Saturday, 12 October. (432788)

Two homes offering eight bedrooms, nine bathrooms, four-car parking on 801sq m at 14-14A Little Cove Rd, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Saturday, 12 October, at 4pm. (432788)

one or both and become part of the tightly-held Little Cove enclave.

Both properties have separate titles, but share the same driveway access and back onto lush, protected Noosa National Park.

The pavilion-style residences are the work of local building designer Stephen Kidd, who has created a holiday home floor plan to suit the tropical coastal climate and enabling each room to take in national park views.

Both homes have a central pavilion living area which is an open-plan design, including the kitchen, dining and lounge area, with broaddecked alfresco spaces leading off the main pavilion.

Huge glass sliding doors recess into the walls to open the main pavilion to the surrounding decks and pathways, controlling air-flow at different times of year.

Relax to the sounds of bird song echoing through the national park during the day and the subtle crashing waves at Little Cove beach at night.

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Two homes offering eight bedrooms, nine bathrooms, four-car parking on 801sq m at 14-14A Little Cove Rd, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Saturday, 12 October, at 4pm. (432788)

Two homes offering eight bedrooms, nine bathrooms, four-car parking on 801sq m at 14-14A Little Cove Rd, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Saturday, 12 October, at 4pm. (432788)

A four-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car apartment 2105/5 Morwong Dve, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Friday, 18 October, at 2pm. (432788)

All bedrooms have their own separate accesses and feature high ceilings, ensuite bathrooms and French doors to their own private balconies. House 14 is the larger of the two residences and has an additional sitting room with an adjoining bathroom, which is likely to be used as a home office or a children’s rumpus room. Both homes have double car garages, which are both at street level and easy to access.

DUAL-KEY OPTION

Luke Chen and Zoe Cooke of Tom Offermann Real Estate have a Noosaville investment opportunity near the popular riverside strip of Gympie Terrace going to auction Saturday, 12 October.

The two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment 10/9 Albert St goes to the market at 3pm. Close to the Noosa River, the dual-key

A four-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car apartment 2105/5 Morwong Dve, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Friday, 18 October, at 2pm. (432788)

A four-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car apartment 2105/5 Morwong Dve, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Friday, 18 October, at 2pm. (432788)

apartment in Twin Quays features timber flooring in the open-plan living/dining area.

Thanks to the idyllic aspect, it attracts filtered natural light.

The main terrace is on the north-east side, while the terrace off the studio is to the north. Both are undercover, have leisure furniture and are perfect to capture the summer breezes.

Indoors, with fresh white paintwork and plantation shutters, the leather sofas are sumptuous and the timber dining table has six white and rattan chairs.

The kitchen comes with white stone-topped timber-fronted cabinetry.

The carpeted king-size bedroom has a builtin robe, and the bathroom has been renovated with sandy-hued tiles and white stone-topped single basin timber cabinetry.

The studio apartment mimics the other

in aesthetics and fit-out. It has a queen bed, ensuite, comfy armchairs, television plus a kitchenette with glass bricks feature, stonetopped breakfast bar and stools.

There’s also a fully equipped laundry for dual use, and within the Twin Quays complex, there are tropical gardens with a heated pool and spa, and barbecue facilities, for use by residents and visitors.

AUCTION ACTION

FRIDAY, 11 October

Sunrise Beach

• 5/5 Selene St: 3bed, 2bath, 1car apartment, 12pm, Peter TeWhata 0423 972 034 Tom Offermann Real Estate

SATURDAY, 12 October

Noosa Heads

• 14-14A Little Cove Rd: 8bed, 9bath, 4car

A four-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car apartment 2105/5 Morwong Dve, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Friday, 18 October, at 2pm. (432788)

A four-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car apartment 2105/5 Morwong Dve, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Friday, 18 October, at 2pm. (432788)

house on 801sq m, 4pm, Jonathan Tomasini 0401 807 697 Rachel Sellman 0422 719 041 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group

• 14/13-15 Noosa Pde: 1bed, 1bath, 1car apartment, 5pm, Chris Miller 0412 894 542 Tom Offermann Real Estate

Noosaville

• 10/9 Albert St: 2bed, 2bath apartment, 3pm, Luke Chen 0417 600 840 Zoe Cooke 0428 329 291 Tom Offermann Real Estate

Sunshine Beach

• 1/4 Park Cres: 2bed, 1bath, 1car apartment, 10am, David Connolly 0438 259 956 Mike Hay 0417 624 059, Century 21 Conolly Hay Group

70 BEACHW AY PA RADE , MARCOOL A

ThisgraciousHamptons style residenceonacoveted cornerblock,oneofthelargestlandparcelsin thecharming TownofSeaside,offersnot onlya prizedabsolutebeachfrontpositionwithonlythe nativebushland reserveseparatingthehomefrom thebeach,butalso versatileoptions extendingto intergenerationalduallivingandincomestream possibilities.Thereissomethingheretosuitallagesand

stagesinlife,drawntotheallure ofpeacefulseaside livingwherethesoothingsoundsofthesurf rolling inandtheresidentbirdlifeareyourdailysymphony. Elegant,white-washeddécor verymuchinsymmetry withthecharacterandambienceits Cape Cod influencescreateafeelingoflight,calm,andplace

Auction Friday18October10am

View Sat10.00-10.30& Wed11.00-11.30

Agent ZoeCooke 0428329291 zoe@offermann.com.au

Agent JillGoode 0418714653 jill@offermann.com.au

56 LO RIKEE TD RI V E, PER EG IANBEACH

If youyearnforthemomentof wakingeachdayto the soundofwhite-capped wavesrollingontothebeach, thefeelingofsandbetween your toesin aminute or two,surfingtheultimatebreaks,and walkingthe water’sedgewithkidsanddogs,thisis ararealbeit serendipitous find.Thequintessential contemporary beachhouse exudesbarefootluxuryanddrawsonits strengthofcharacter,like aconfidentembrace.With

loftyceilings,disappearingdoorsinvitingsalty breezes, sunlightsplicingthrough wallsoflouvresandshadow dancingacrosstiled concrete floors in expansiveliving spaces,spillingtothelawnandshe-oakfringedbeach pathway,it’stimeforanotherfamilytoenjoy thevibe and exuberanceofknowingeverydayisaholiday.

Auction Saturday19October11am

View Saturday10.00-10.30& Wednesday1.00-1.30

Agent TracyRussell 0413319879 tracy@offermann.com.au

Agent Tim McSweeney 0411122331 tim@offermann.com.au

66 TINGIRACRESCENT , SUNRISEBEACH

Boldly stakingitsclaimon adizzyingsiteseaside,an uber contemporarybeachhouserisesphoenix-like seeminglyfromthesand,totakeitsplace inthesunon aprizedperch awashwith180° CoralSeaand coastal views.Justwhen youthoughtlifedoesn’tgetany better, waketo thesoundsofwavesbreakingonthe foreshore,grabtheboard,kidsanddog,head to the bottomofthegardenandwithin30-seconds,it’s toesin

thesqueakywhitesand.Oh,what afeeling! Connecting to thesurrounds,thisprivatelandholdingofpeerless stature,has adefinitiveaestheticsensibility. Banks of doorsalmost disappear evokinglayers ofnaturallight and colourasthey morphintotheundercoverterrace withmajesticviews,instantlyattention-grabbinganda sensory overload. Evenfrombed!

Auction Saturday 2November2pm View Saturday &Wednesday11.00-11.30

Agent Tim McSweeney 0411122331

tim@offermann.com.au

Marvelattheeye-catchingpropertiesonbothhillsides of amuch-coveted streetsculptedbynature’s striking verdantofferings. Take thecurveddrivewayto the residencewhich commands aspectacularpresence Award-winningarchitectJolyonRobinson’screative albeitdramaticstamp,is evidenteverywhere.Thereare expansiveopenplanlivinganddiningspaces,seemingly endlesspolishedbackbutt flooring,prodigioushigh

andmightyhouse-wide wallsofdoors andlouvres,and toppedwithalmostgravity-defyingraked ceilings. Coolnaturalhuesaresimply stunningasisthemagical lightanditsharmoniousinterplay withthegardens, poolandsurroundingnaturallandscape,thanksto disappearingdoorswhichquietlyconnecttooutdoors, alladdinganundeniablesenseofindulgence

Auction

Saturday 2November2pm

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Saturday 12.00-12.30

Agent Roark Walsh 0437447804 roark@offermann.com.au

DUKEROAD , DOONAN

9/83 NOOSA PA RADE , NOOSAHEADS

Picturealavishsparklingnew,stand-alonehideaway withits ownpool, abeachandlongwideviewsofthe NoosaSound waterways,onthepagesof aglossy magazine.Imaginebeingacrossfromtheparknextto RickysandnearHastingsStreet,Noosa MainBeach,and itis youraddress. Easy.Justbringthesunscreenand fundamentals.Afteralleverydayisaholiday Halcyondaysbeginwithitsuniquedoseof coolfactor,

washedoak flooringandindulgentfullheightsandstone wallbesidethestairstothegenerousopen-planliving spaces.Nextlevelwowcomesintoplaywhenbanks of glassslidersseeminglydisappear, revealingaterrace overlookingthewaterfront,similarly aterraceandpool onthegroundlevel taking apostcardposition overthe beachandglisteningclear waterways.

Auction

Saturday 9November2pm

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Saturday 12.00-12.30

Agent NicHunter 0421785512 nic@offermann.com.au

216 JORGENSENRO A D, RIDGEWOOD

Imagineanalluringlifestyleon apeacefulrural playgroundofalmost77ha,with360°uninterrupted lushpanoramasfromwherever youlook.Anda mere 5-minutes toCooroytownshipand20 tocafé central by theNoosaRiver.Thisultimateseachangeissimply irresistible.Admirethe sweepingtree-lineddriveway, floraldisplaysandwidearbouredPoincianasand Jacarandas.Seeingisbelievingtofullyappreciate

BriallynEstate,aseriouslabourofenduringlovefor over40years,withGympielimestoneused extensively. The centre ofattractionisundoubtedlythemainhouse, soperfectlypositionedinanincomparablesettingThe interiordesign exudes agregariouspersonality,elegant chapel-likeceilings, over-generousspacesandanod to theclassicQueenslander.Anoasisof calmpervades throughout.

Price $4.95M VIEW Agent CameronUrquhart 0411757570 cameron@offermann.com.au

18/16 SERENIT YC LO SE , N OOSAHEADS

Thought youhad completelymissedouton abrandnewapartmentinthesold-out Tallow Residences? Here’s yourchance. Tallow Residencesisthe final releaseinSettler’s Cove,anduntilnow,theopportunity to bepartoftheSettler’sCovedreamhadclosed.The remarkablepopularityofthis final residentialoffering underscoresitsdesirability,showcasing atrulyunique opportunitythatbeautifullyblends centralNoosa

convenience withtranquilbushlandserenity. Nestled harmoniouslywithinnatural conservationbushland,this exceptionalcollectionoftwenty-twoluxuryapartments redefinessophisticationand comfort.Crafted by BlackburneJacksonarchitects,thesedesignsfeature large,open-planlivingspacesthatfosteranintimate connectiontothesurroundingenvironment. Duefor completioninearly2025.

Price $3.9M

Agent AdamOffermann 0475804467 adam@offermann.com.au

10/9 AlbeR TS TReeT , NOOSAVILL E

Luredbyanexceptionalinvestmentnearthepopularriverside stripofGympie Terracewithitsarrayofsassy boutiques,barsand restaurants,someonthe water’s edge?Inthe veryheartofitall,andjust afew paces to theNoosaRiver,isa super cooldual keyapartment -yes, adoublefortuityfor ashrewd investor. Stepinsideandlivethedream.Pushbackthewispysheers,slide away thedoors andbeimmediatelyimpressedhow brightnaturallightinadappledkindof way, invitesitselfin,andspillsoverthetimber flooringintheopenplanliving/diningarea. It’sallthankstotheidyllicaspect.

Fromthenorthandeast-facingterracesareverdantoutlooksandperfectspotsfor enjoyingdivinesummerbreezesandsundowners

A 2 B 2 D

Auction

Saturday 12Oct3pm

View Saturday2.30pm

Agent LukeChen 0417600840 luke@offermann.com.au

21 SLEEP YH OLL OW DRIVE , NOOSA HEADS

Welcome to SleepyHollow, astunningfamilyhomenestledinthepeacefulWeyba ParkEstate,designedforboth comfortablelivingandmemorablegatherings.Inside, you’ll findspaciouslivingareasthat flow effortlessly,includingaformallounge,a relaxedfamily zone,and amedia roomwithits ownprivateentrance.Themaster suiteisatrue retreat, complete with acozyreadingnookandsundeck.Outside, enjoythesun-drenchedpool,timber cabana,andlushgardens,offeringplentyof spacetorelaxorentertain.IdeallylocatednearNoosa’svibrant cafes,markets, andbeautifulbeaches,SleepyHollowoffersaperfect blendofstyle, comfort,and convenience.

A 5 B 4 C 3 D

Auction Friday19Oct 4pm

View Sat &Wed1.00-1.30

Agent NicHunter 0421785512

nic@offermann.com.au

AUCT IONSATURD AY 3.0

27 NEBULA ST REET , SUNSHINEBE AC H

There aremanythingsinlifethat evokeimmediatepurejoy andenvy. Thisis one.Imagineadazzlingas-newCalifornia-cool residence andpoolterrace,with whispersofPalmSpringsandmodern Mediterraneandesigncues,characterised by curvaceouscleanlines, aconnection to thenaturalenvironmentandof course,an uniquepalette ofperfectnaturaltones. Whetherentertainingindoors,ontheterracesoralfrescobythepool,culinary geniuses, eventhosechannellingJamieOliverwillbeimpressed! Multiplelivingareasincludingtheundercover terracesandkitchenare almost mirroredinthesimilarly expansiveself-containedareaonthelowerlevel.Bothhave easy access to thepool terrace Chancesare,onceseen youmightneverwant to leave!

A 5 B 4 C 2 D

Auction

Saturday 9Nov 3pm

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Friday5.30-6.00& Saturday9.00-9.30

Agent EricaNewton 0410603519

erica@offermann.com.au

2105/5MORWO NG D RIV E, NOOSAHEADS

Seizethemomentand take theplunge.Theartofbeachhouselivinginthedress circle,isjustafew minutesfrom toes-in-the-sandatNoosa MainBeach.Imagine havinganOsprey’sview, sweepingnorthacrossHastingsStreet,thespectacular azurewaters ofLagunaBayandbeyond to theColouredSandsfromoneof twosuper-sizedbalconies.Theyseeminglyperchunobtrusivelyinnativeforest surrounds.Note thealmostinvisiblelinebetweenindoorsandouttosublime tranquillityandthosemesmerisingviews.The2-levelresidence definesluxe on everylevel.Naturallight,breezesandcross ventilationareviabanks ofglasspanes andlouvresplusfold-away doorsopeningfromthe over-generouslivinganddining spaces. Twograndmastersuitesspillouttothenorth-facingbalconiesandhave free-standing ovalbaths to drinkintheviews.

A 4 B 3 C 2 D

Auction Friday18October2pm

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Saturday 2.00-2.30

Agent ChrisMiller 0412894542

chris@offermann.com.au

MERE FOOTSTEPS TO FORESHORE

EMBRACING a perfect north aspect with absolute river frontage, this bright and breezy sun-filled apartment occupies a prized ground floor, end position, mere footsteps to the river and private marina mooring.

One of only four complexes fronting the Noosa River in the block between Hilton Esplanade and the entry to Noosa Waters, the apartment promises a superior lifestyle and investment opportunity for those wanting a lowmaintenance property without compromising on space, luxury or location.

Providing the convenience of a single-level layout, it has an undercover whisper-quiet terrace with side garden and palm fringed lawn right to the water’s edge.

Come inside. The ambience is relaxed and the style contemporary, enhanced with a timeless fresh cool monochromatic aesthetic throughout. Thanks to banks of almost disappearing doors and the perfect aspect, filtered sunlight invites itself indoors, casting shadows over the natural stone-effect flooring in the free-flowing, open plan living space with sophisticated furniture such as a sumptuous sink-into white leather modular sofa.

Indoors extends effortlessly to outdoors, where the views are mesmerising, and the entertaining options are excellent. See kayaks, canoes and boats bobbing on the Noosa River, the Noosa ferry wending its way to the Sofitel Hotel and of course stunning sunsets.

Entertainers will love the generous designer kitchen with creamy stone-topped cabinetry including large square island breakfast bar has all the necessary appliances, for creating dishes to excite dinner party guests, salads for an alfresco barbeque or the boat, and snacks for sundowners on the jetty.

In the south wing are three bedrooms with plantation shutters. The carpeted premier suite has two built-in robes and a white-tiled ensuite with stone topped single basin timber cabinetry. Two large bedrooms, one with custom desk/ cabinetry share a bathroom with natural stone mosaic feature tiles.

There’s a hideaway fully kitted out laundry; two roomy storage spaces along the hallway; and the single-car garage has storage at the rear.

The jetty can be used to hop on and off a boat only, but not to moor a boat full-time, however many simply drop anchor off-shore and walk in at low tide.

“When it comes to location and lifestyle, this spectacular apartment hits the high notes,” says Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Adam Offermann, who has slated it for auction on Saturday 2 November 2024. “The boutique Noosa River Gardens complex has ten apartments, and this is one of only four on the ground floor riverside.

“This part of the Noosa River is also known for its crabbing and fishing so as you can imagine, it is the perfect launch pad for boating adventures.”

HOME ESSENTIALS

Facts & Features:

• House Area: 140m2

• Terrace: nth facing 2.4mx5.5m palm fringed lawn & side garden

• About: fans/aircon/river breezes; fresh cool monochromatic aesthetic; natural stone effect tiles throughout; hallway w 2 storage solutions; hideaway laundry w Samsung washer & Simpson dryer; single lock-up garage w storage; living w sink-into white leather modular sofa; dedicated dining area w designer pendants over glass dining table; sth wing 3 bedrooms w plantation shutters & VJ BIRs; carpeted premier suite w 2 BIRs & white-tiled ensuite w stone topped single basin timber cabinetry; 2 large bedrooms, 1 w custom desk/cabinetry; bathroom w natural stone mosaic feature tiles

• Kitchen: L-shape w creamy stone-topped VJ/ timber cabinetry incl 2.5m island breakfast bar; walk-in pantry; pastel mushroom tiled splashback; Omega oven & cooktop; LG fridge & AEG dishwasher

• Inventory: negotiable

• Noosa River Gardens: entry from Hilton Esplanade beside park; boutique complex of 10 apartments; residents only jetty; permanent moorings subject to Body Corp approval

• Location: end apartment of 4 on ground floor & Noosa River foreshore; walk to Gympie

w cafes, bars & boutiques, Noosa Marina, Noosa Library & Noosa Leisure Centre; short drive to Hastings Street, Noosa Main

Address: 4/76 Hilton Terrace, NOOSAVILLE Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Inspect: Saturday, 12 October 9:00am - 9:30am, Wednesday, 16 October 11:00am - 11:30am Auction: Saturday, 2 November 1:00pm Contact: Adam Offermann 0475 804 467, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

Terrace

Beach & the Noosa National Park; close to transport links, schools, shopping precincts & essential services

IRRESISTIBLE: THE HOLY GRAIL OF NOOSA PARADE

THINK irrefutable and irresistible. The Holy Grail of Noosa Parade is a 700-metre row of 36 residences with the coveted absolute riverfront address, and on the doorstep of glamorous Hastings Street, is a quintessential aquamarine playground beyond expectations.

Boasting incredible gun-barrel views which are never compromised and enjoying a northerly aspect across a wide and tranquil reach of the Noosa River to a pristine stretch of Nature’s Best at the end of Hastings Steet known as The Woods, is an incomparable uber-luxury residence. The ambitious work of formidable quality, and genius Stephen Kidd design, it is a tribute to the location and the natural environment, yet it perfectly distils sophistication and simplicity.

Understated from the street, the entry is via pavers set to the double-height wall with giant custom white timber doors evoking privacy and mystery. Open to reveal an extraordinarily high and mighty sky roof with distinctive chandeliers, and lavish travertine flooring before it fans out ultimately to the wide frontage of the deep blue river with nature’s ever-changing visual tableaux. A remarkable sight.

Take a deep breath and sigh. Blurring the lines naturally from indoors to out exemplifies the adage of living loving the good life every day. Boundless over-sized multiple living and dining areas of varying scale and entertainment moods, morph into a massive undercover terrace, then an alfresco terrace right on the waterfront with pontoon jetty in front, while a luminescent pool on the side completes the glam-worthy tropical oasis of tranquility.

Whispers of cool Palm Beach style are evident in the palette perfection of brilliant white, pastel blues and aqua, similarly artworks and wallpaper, VJ feature ceilings, sumptuous designer furniture including cane armchairs, sink-into sofas, distinctive rattan pendants above the beautiful timber dining table, while sliding walls and doors adding to privacy as required, is a clever design addition.

It is obvious, the ultra-sleek kitchen with stone-topped cabinetry including over-generous island breakfast bar and glass splashback to a garden view, has all the latest appliances and every accoutrement desired by the consummate entertainer.

The chef in-residence will also be delighted with the barbeque pizza oven in the outdoor kitchen. Makes menu design easy when thinking casual fare and the need to drink in the moody theatrics at sunset, as the fiery vermillion orb is replaced by the moon’s glow mirrored over the indigo-hued Noosa River. Or perhaps a hungry family has returned after a day fishing in the upper reaches of the Noosa

HOME ESSENTIALS

Address: 10 Noosa Parade, NOOSA HEADS

Description: 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 2 garage

Inspect: Inspections by appointment

Auction: Saturday 19 October, 2pm

River near the Everglades.

Understated cool elegance continues in the very well thought-out, six carpeted bedrooms, which all have ensuite bathrooms. On upper level, the premier king retreat suite with super-sized north-facing undercover terrace overlooking the pool and magical Noosa River, has a fashionista-size dressing room plus robes, plus bathroom with bathtub. There are four additional bedrooms on this level; one has a northerly aspect; and two have daybeds. The sixth bedroom is on the ground level, as well as an office, media room, powder room and laundry.

Seeing is believing, and this really is indisputable luxury on tap. The future owners need only bring a toothbrush and a suitcase or two. Everything else has been taken care of, from indoors/outdoors designer furniture, accessories and artworks to towels for the pool, crockery in the kitchen, and beautiful beds. Enough to make you move in?

“Investment potential is increased thanks to the Noosa Council’s current STA approval in place, for short-term accommodation.

“There’s simply nothing like living or investing in a flawless aquamarine playground located in the privileged, private front row with an almost 20m waterfront,” comment Tom Offermann Real Estate principal Tom Offermann and agent Nic Hunter, adding “plus it’s only a mere twominute stroll to Hastings Street’s beachside restaurants, cafes and bars,”

“Turn right at the front gate and it is less than five minutes to Ricky’s Restaurant & Riverbar along Noosa Parade, which been transformed into a magnificent boulevard with over 8000 trees, pathways, bike lanes and LED street lighting.

“Recent sales by The Team of similarly prestige waterfront properties in the 700-metre row of Noosa Parade in the last several months, are a clear indication of the immense appeal for this highly sought-after address.”

• House Area: 662m2

• Land Area: 716m2

• Waterfrontage: 19.8m w pontoon jetty, waterfront terrace & pool 3mx9.5m

• Designers: residence - Stephen Kidd Design 2013; interior/exterior Carole Tretheway Design

• About: entry void 7.4m; dbl custom white timber doors; sky roof length of residence w auto shades; travertine & French oak flooring; VJ feature ceilings & walls; custom designed palm shades/chandelier in void; distinctive rattan pendants over timber dining table; grand-design staircase; auto sheers & window furnishings; sliding walls & doors add to privacy as required; ducted

air/fans; aluminum/2-pac louvres/walls of glass/ numerous skylights; rugs, wall paper & Designer Boys Art; 6-carpeted bedrooms w ensuite bathrooms; upper level, premier king retreat suite w nth-facing undercover terrace looking over pool & Noosa River + dressing room w robes, bathroom w bathtub; 4-bedrooms - 1 w nth aspect; 2 w daybeds; 6th bedroom on ground level, also office, media room, powder room & laundry

• Kitchens: L-shape w stone-topped cabinetry incl 4m island breakfast bar; Liebherr fridges, wine fridge; Miele cooktop, ovens, integrated dishwasher; glass splashback to garden view; outdoor kitchen incl Weber BBQ, Gasmate pizza oven

• Inventory/STA: fully inclusive of interior & exterior fitouts, artworks and accessories/ current Noosa Council Short Term Accommodation (STA) approval

Contact: Tom Offermann 0412 711 888 and Nic Hunter 0421 785 512, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

TOWN HOME, DUAL-KEY LIVING

SET back from the resort Pool, for additional privacy, this duel-key town home offers pristine, pool views from your balcony. Providing convenient Noosaville living, a few meters will take you to the Noosa Marina where you can enjoy a variety of sumptuous eateries and shopping. If you decide to step outside your bubble, just a few minutes more via ferry or car and you will enjoy the added variety of shopping precincts, restaurants & bars, along Gympie Terrace, with your everyday shopping needs to be met at The Noosa Village.

Open by design, offering plenty of natural light, the ground floor unit is a spacious studio, including a kitchenette, well sized bedroom and bathroom. On this level there is also a shared laundry as well as entry hall separating the two units. The first-floor unit offers an open plan kitchen, living and dining design with separate king-sized bedroom and main bathroom.

Offering many advantages to living, this dual- key town home can be split into a studio on the lower level, with a one-bedroom apartment located on the top level of the townhouse or alternatively occupy the entire town home. This town home is approved for holiday let, permanent letting, owner occupying and split

HOME ESSENTIALS

away.

Address: 451 & 452/3 ‘Noosa Lakes Resort’ Hilton Terrace, TEWANTIN Description: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: Offers over $665,000 Inspect: Contact Agent

Contact: Catherine Silveri 0435 803 337, RICHARDSON & WRENCH NOOSA

4 THE ANCHORAGE, NOOSA WATERS FOR SALE BED. 4 / BATH. 3 / CAR. 2 / 1,049M²

Price Guide $4,100,000

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 12TH OCT 10:00AM-10:30AM

•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

7 Riverbreeze Avenue, Noosa Waters

BY NEGOTIATION

Immerse yourself into resort style living nestled in the pristine locale of Noosa Waters. The home offers a waterfront lifestyle and a thoughtful design allowing light and breezes throughout, while being set against the backdrop of mesmerizing wide water views. A newly constructed Hamptons-inspired residence offers an unparalleled blend of luxury and style. Designed to capture the serene water views that stretch from the generous 22-meter frontage and is perfectly positioned close to the vibrant Noosa River precinct, offering a lifestyle that is both idyllic and convenient.

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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INSPECT

Saturday 12th October at 10:30AM - 11AM Wednesday 16th October at 11AM - 11:30AM Kate Cox

14A LITTLE COVE RD NOOSA HEADS

DOUBLE AUCTION EVENT -TOMORROW

Welcome to 'Little Cove', a prestige enclave of luxury residences flanked by Laguna Bay beaches and the majestic Noosa National Park. Only a small amount of homes transact in Little Cove each year, which is why this buying opportunity is so special. The 'Pavilion Style' residence is the work of local building designer Stephen Kidd, who has created the ultimate holiday home floor plan.

SPECTACULAR BEACHSIDE HAVEN

A stunning example of flawless modern luxury, style and sophistication, this incredible beachside haven sets the benchmark in absolute elegance. This brand new home was brought to life by Reitsma Design and GTO Building offering a spectacular sanctuary that anyone would be proud to call home. A prized permanent residence or a minimal-maintenance lock-and-leave hideaway, the choice is yours when it comes to 19 Shearwater Street in Peregian Beach.

Australian liveable housing design principles and ageing-in-place considerations are at the forefront of this magnificent abode. High-end finishes are on show throughout along with a gorgeous combination of textures and fixtures that beautifully complement the prestigious location just steps from the water’s edge.

From the entry foyer, you are drawn up to the open-plan main level where you will discover a light-filled and generous kitchen, dining and living room complete with a feature gas fireplace. Here, banks of glass doors retract

to create an effortless connection between indoors and out with a front balcony and a poolside outdoor living zone where you can host guests and admire this serene setting.

Premium appliances and an oversized island await the eager cook in the gourmet kitchen where you are also treated to a well-equipped butler’s pantry that will make catering a breeze.

Three bedrooms and two bathrooms, including a luxe ensuite, are set on this main floor alongside a multipurpose room while your private master suite awaits upstairs. With an expansive walk-in robe, an awe-inspiring ensuite and an adjoining study nook, this room will feel more like your opulent owner’s retreat.

A central lift connects all three levels of the home including the ground floor where you will find your large lock-up garage and storage area.

The vibrant heart of Peregian Beach, with cafes, restaurants and entertainment, is only minutes from your front door and you’re within easy reach of Noosa Heads, Coolum Beach and the Sunshine Coast Airport.

HOME ESSENTIALS

Address: 19 Shearwater Street, PEREGIAN BEACH Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: Expressions of interest

Contact: Rachel Sellman 0422 719 041 & David Conolly 0438 259 956, CENTURY 21 CONOLLY HAY GROUP

ABSOLUTE WATERFRONT SANCTUARY

Exquisitely merging waterfront living with high-end modern elegance, this stunning, single-level Noosa Waters’ residence, with 3.2 metre high ceilings and an 18 metre water frontage, offers an unparalleled blend of sophistication, openness, and luxury living. Completely transformed by Luxify Designs, with flawless craftsmanship and style, this home welcomes you with a stunning design plan that spills between multiple indoor and outdoor zones.

From the light-illuminated interiors and chefs’ kitchen hosting premium Miele appliances, to the glittering resort-style pool on the water’s edge, it’s evident that not one expense has been spared to ensure opulence.

This rare turn-key opportunity claims a prized address within a coveted waterfront cul-de-sac of Noosa Waters, and is a stunning blend of style, modern living and sophisticated coastal elegance.

13 Topsails Place, Noosa Waters offers the perfect sanctuary for those seeking a luxurious and idyllic lifestyle, nestled in your own slice of Paradise!

FOR SALE

Expressions Of Interest

Closing - 30th October, 5:00pm (UNLESS SOLD PRIOR)

Latham-Callcott

VIEWING TIMES: SAT 12th October 11:00am – 11.45am WED 16th October 5:30pm – 6:15pm

Latham-Callcott 0438 010

SPACIOUS FAMILY RETREAT

WELCOME to 109 Laguna Grove, Doonan-a private family retreat offering space, comfort, and tranquility on two fully usable acres at the end of a quiet road. This expansive fivebedroom home provides the perfect setting for relaxed family living or dual occupancy within your own peaceful oasis.

Enter through the electric gate and follow the concrete driveway, passing through beautifully established yet low-maintenance gardens that lead to the home.

Inside, Blackbutt timber floors flow through the spacious downstairs area, featuring a gourmet kitchen with a gas stove and generous walk-in pantry. This level also includes two large lounge rooms, four bedrooms-one with an ensuite-an additional family bathroom, and a multipurpose room that could serve as a sixth bedroom.

The flexible floorplan is perfect for dual living, offering ideal versatility for growing families or multi-generational households.

Upstairs, the entire top floor is dedicated to a luxurious master suite, complete with a private balcony and ensuite, providing a peaceful retreat with treetop and pool views.

HOME ESSENTIALS

Outside, the property features a huge inground saltwater pool with a gazebo, perfect for summer entertaining. Two sheds, including one with a kitchenette and bathroom, offer potential

for a second dwelling, subject to council approval. With 6kW of solar power, 3-phase electricity, and parking for up to nine cars, this home combines functionality with beauty.

Address: 109 Laguna Grove, DOONAN Description: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 6 garage Price: Offers Over $1,995,000 Inspect: By appointment

Contact: Sheridan Hodgetts 0419 491 448, HINTERNOOSA

•Stylish,character-filledhomeintightlyheldDoonan

•Panoramicviews to ocean,NoosaHeadsandRiver

•Timber floors, exposed cedarbeams,Colorbondroof

•Openplanliving,wood fire,separatesleepingwing

•Lowerlevelideal forhomeoffice,gamesroom,studio

•Coveredentertainingdeckwith wraparoundviews

KessPrior 0404344399 kess@hinternoosa.com.au

109 Laguna Grove offers the perfect blend of rural seclusion and modern convenience, creating an easy, relaxed lifestyle where you can truly live your dream.

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OPENHOMES

BlackMountain

Saturday12thOctober

10.00AM -10.30AM 131CudgerieDrive 312 OffersOver$950,000 Hinternoosa0404344399 CoolumBeach

Saturday12thOctober

10.00AM -10.30AM 18 GoolwaStreet 421

$1,425,000

TomOffermannRealEstate0402903733

1.00PM -1.30PM 107GrandviewDrive 432 SuitBuyersInMid$2MsLaguna RealEstate0434236 110 Cooroibah

Saturday12thOctober

12.30PM -1.00PM24YangubbiLane5 55 Auction

Wednesday16thOctober

2.00PM -2.30PM24YangubbiLane 555 Auction

TomOffermannRealEstate0402903733

TomOffermannRealEstate0402903733 Cooroy

Saturday12thOctober

9.00AM -9.30AM8/26 KauriStreet 311 OffersOver$650,000 Hinternoosa0404344399 Doonan

Saturday12thOctober

10.15AM -10.45AM244DukeRoad 532 $1,675,000

TomOffermannRealEstate0410603519

10.30AM -11.00AM373to375Sunrise Road 320 Auction Hinternoosa0422923851

11.30AM -12.00PM 109LagunaGrove 536 OffersOver$1,995,000 Hinternoosa0419491448

11.30AM -12.00PM 105PanoramaDrive 435 CONTACT AGENTReed &Co.EstateAgents0409484 159 12.00PM -12.30PM354DukeRoad4 32 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0437447804 Eumundi

Saturday12thOctober

11.30AM -12.00PM 2JocelynDrive 422 OffersOver$2,300,000 Hinternoosa0404344399 12.30PM -1.15PM 1408EumundiNoosa Road 42.5 6$1,495,000 Richardson &WrenchNoosa54474499 LakeMacDonald

Saturday12thOctober

9.00AM -10.00AM23EchidnaLane5 32 $4,350,000 TomOffermannRealEstate0412894542

1.00PM -1.30PM4APineTreeDriveWest 432 OffersOver$1,665,000 Hinternoosa0404344399 Marcoola

Saturday12thOctober

10.00AM -10.30AM70Beachway Parade 642 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0418714 653 Wednesday16thOctober

11.00AM -11.30AM70Beachway Parade 642 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0418714 653 NoosaHeads

Friday11thOctober

1.30PM -2.00PM27/37NoosaDr 322 Guide$2.99MCoastalNoosa0411737 767

2.00PM -2.30PM1/35ViewlandDrive 321 BY NEGOTIATION Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505 Saturday12thOctober

9.00AM -9.30AM4/9Bottlebrush Avenue 221 ContactAgentCentury21ConollyHayGroup0410512 364

9.30AM -10.00AM 144/61NoosaSpringsDrive 322 BUYERSGUIDE$1,595,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

9.30AM -10.00AM1/15GrantStreet 322 BUYERSGUIDE$2,325,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

10.00AM -10.30AM739/61NoosaSpringsDrive 443 PriceGuide$7,000,000

10.00AM -10.30AM 3KeyCourt3 22 Auction

TomOffermannRealEstate0413889 130

TomOffermannRealEstate0475804467

10.30AM -11.00AM 14 KeyCourt5 44 AUCTIONFRIDAY 18THOCTOBER AT 3PMReed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

11.00AM -11.30AM515/61NoosaSpringsDrive 442 ContactAgentLaguna RealEstate0434236 110

11.00AM -11.30AM2/3MittiStreet 321 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0402903733

11.00AM -11.30AM 10 Kareela Avenue 532 $12,400,000 TomOffermannRealEstate0468922519

11.00AM -11.30AM23BayviewRd 432 ExpressionsofInterestCentury21ConollyHayGroup0438259956

11.00AM -11.30AM 9WildAppleCt 332 ByNegotiationCentury21ConollyHayGroup0413582670

11.30AM -12.00PM 6DavidStreet 532 AUCTIONFRIDAY 1STNOVEMBER AT 12PM Reed &Co.EstateAgents0433641 158

11.30AM -12.00PM1/35ViewlandDrive 321 BY NEGOTIATION Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

12.00PM -12.30PM27/37NoosaDr 322 Guide$2.99MCoastalNoosa0411737 767

12.30PM -1.00PM 13 SunsetDrive 322 BUYERSGUIDE$1,700,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

1.00PM -1.30PM 6WyandraStreet 322 ContactAgentCentury21ConollyHayGroup0438259956

1.00PM -1.30PM21SleepyHollowDrive 543 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0421785512

1.30PM -2.00PM 1Banksia Avenue 533 NEGOTIATIONSFROM$4,500,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

2.00PM -2.30PM2105/5MorwongDrive 432 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0412894542

2.30PM -3.00PM 5TangmereCourt3 22 NEGOTIATIONSFROM$2,300,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

3.00PM -4.00PM 14-14aLittleCoveRd 894 AuctionCentury21ConollyHayGroup0401807697

3.00PM -3.30PM7308/5MorwongDrive 221 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0412894542

4.30PM -5.00PM 14/13-15Noosa Parade 111

11.00AM -11.30AM2/3MittiStreet 321

Wednesday16thOctober

10.00AM- 10.30AM3 KeyCourt3 22 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0475804467 11.00AM -11.30AM515/61NoosaSpringsDrive 442 ContactAgentLaguna RealEstate0434236 110 11.00AM- 11.30AM14KeyCourt5 44 AUCTIONFRIDAY 18THOCTOBER AT 3PM Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505 11.00AM- 11.30AM739/61NoosaSpringsDrive

2.00PM- 2.30PM6 DavidStreet 532 AUCTIONFRIDAY 1STNOVEMBER AT 12PM Reed &Co.EstateAgents0433641 158

NoosaSprings

Saturday12thOctober 10.00AM- 10.30AM739/61NoosaSpringsDrive 443 PriceGuide$7,000,000

Wednesday16thOctober

Noosaville

Friday11thOctober 4.00PM- 4.30PM10/9Albert Street 221 Auction

Saturday12thOctober 9.00AM- 9.30AM4/76HiltonTerrace 321 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0475804467 10.00AM- 10.30AM34Creek Road 421

&Co.EstateAgents0433641 158 10.00AM- 10.30AM5/24MunnaCrescent 221 O/O$2.95mCons.Laguna RealEstate0456 110383 10.00AM- 10.30AM3/152-158Noosa Parade 221 $1.1millionnegLaguna RealEstate0407379893 10.00AM- 10.30AM9/60HofmannDr2 11

11.00AM6 SeashellPlace

10.45AM- 11.15AM20Starboard Avenue 322 BUYERSGUIDE$1,850,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0433641 158 11.00AM -11.30AM65LakeWeybaDrive 552 $5,975,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0410603519 11.00AM -11.30AM6 HazelwoodCt

12.30PM1/164Noosa

12.30PM20/27MunnaCrescent

-1.30PM31/24MunnaCrescent

Wednesday16thOctober

10.00AM- 10.30AM5/24MunnaCrescent 221 O/O$2.95mCons.Laguna RealEstate0456 110383 11.00AM- 11.30AM4/76HiltonTerrace 321 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0475804467 12.00PM- 12.30PM3/152-158Noosa Parade 221 $1.1millionnegLaguna RealEstate0407379893 1.00PM- 1.30PM34Creek Road 421 AUCTIONFRIDAY 1STNOVEMBER AT 2PM Reed &Co.EstateAgents0433641 158

Noosa Waters

Saturday12thOctober

9.30AM- 10.00AM40SeamountQuay 432 AUCTION23RDOCTOBERAT12PM Reed &Co.EstateAgents0409446955 10.00AM- 10.30AM4TheAnchorage 434 $4.1mCoastalNoosa0411737 767 10.15AM- 10.45AM18MermaidQuay 322 CONTACT AGENTReed &Co.EstateAgents0409446955 11.00AM- 11.45AM13TopsailsPlace 432 ExpressionsofInterestCoastalLuxe Realty0417021257 11.45AM- 12.15PM40TheAnchorage 543 BY NEGOTIATIONReed &Co.EstateAgents0409446955 12.15PM- 12.45PM5 BroadreachCourt4 22 BY NEGOTIATIONReed &Co.EstateAgents0433641 158

Wednesday16thOctober 5.30PM- 6.15PM13TopsailsPlace 432 ExpressionsofInterestCoastalLuxe Realty0417021257

PeregianBeach

Saturday12thOctober

9.00AM- 9.30AM6/31-33LorikeetDrive3 22 $1,995,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0413319 879 10.00AM- 10.30AM56LorikeetDrive4 22 Auction

RealEstate0413319 879 10.00AM- 10.30AM40AvocetPde 522 ContactAgentCentury21ConollyHayGroup0410512

RingtailCreek

SunriseBeach

Saturday12thOctober 9.00AM- 9.30AM2/6 SobraonSt

OPENHOMES

SunshineBeach

Saturday12thOctober

9.30AM -10.00AM1/4 ParkCres 211 AuctionCentury21ConollyHayGroup0438259956

9.30AM -10.00AM27NebulaStreet5 42 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0410603519

10.00AM -10.30AM30WhaleDrive4 34 PRICEGUIDE$4,300,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0407 194146

11.30AM -12.00PM 10/11HendersonStreet 221 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0410603519

12.00PM -12.30PM 3McAnallyDr 434 ExpressionsofInterestCentury21ConollyHayGroup0417624059

Wednesday16thOctober

12.00PM -12.30PM27NebulaStreet 542 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0410603519 Tewantin

Saturday12thOctober

10.00AM -10.30AM451 &452/3HiltonTerrace 221 OffersOver$665,000 Richardson &WrenchNoosa54474499

10.00AM -10.30AM24HendryStreet3 32 AuctionOnSiteLaguna RealEstate0412043880

10.00AM -10.30AM28WerinStreet 321 $875,000 Laguna RealEstate0411328488

10.45AM -11.30AM31TinarooPlace 422 $1,150,000.00Richardson &WrenchNoosa54474499

11.00AM -11.30AM 8ThompsonCrescent3 31 $985,000 Laguna RealEstate0402699303

12.00PM -12.30PM 6LewisStreet 422 ContactAgentCentury21ConollyHayGroup0410512 364

1.00PM -1.30PM 5Coreen Avenue 422 ContactAgent TomOffermannRealEstate0428329291 10.00PM -10.30PM64MoorindilStreet2 11

Saturday19thOctober

3.00PM- 3.30PM7308/5MorwongDrive2 21 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0412894542 4.00PM- 4.30PM21SleepyHollowDrive 543

Friday1stNovember 12.00PM- 12.30PM6 DavidStreet 532 AUCTIONFRIDAY 1STNOVEMBER AT 12PM

12.30PM6 HazelwoodCt

AuctionDiary

12.00PM -12.00PM373to375Sunrise Road 320 Auction Hinternoosa0404344399

2.00PM -2.30PM354DukeRoad 432

10.00AM -10.30AM70Beachway Parade 642

TomOffermannRealEstate0418714 653 NoosaHeads

Saturday12thOctober

4.00PM -4.30PM 14-14aLittleCoveRd 894 AuctionCentury21ConollyHayGroup0401807697 5.00PM -5.30PM 14/13-15Noosa Parade 111 Auction TomOffermannRealEstate0412894542

Friday18thOctober

2.00PM -2.30PM2105/5MorwongDrive 432 Auction

TomOffermannRealEstate0412894542

3.00PM -3.30PM 14 KeyCourt5 44 AUCTIONFRIDAY 18THOCTOBER AT 3PMReed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

LAGUNA ON THE MOVE! HOME FOCUS

WE are delighted to announce that due to our growing business demands, we have moved our Noosa Parade, Noosa Heads office to a beautiful new location.

Our new address is SHOP 2, 239-245 GYMPIE TERRACE, NOOSAVILLE, in the Colonial Resort and we still are operating from all our other high profile locations at Noosaville, Tewantin and Gympie.

With 46 years of history encapsulated in Noosa Heads, we are looking forward to enjoying the same longevity in Noosaville!

The new office will provide high visibility for our clients with a fresh, modern look, with easy access and plenty of car spaces (something that Noosa Parade did not have).

We will still be offering our usual and expected standard of excellence in service across our Holiday and Permanent Property Management portfolios.

Our Sales Consultants will continue to provide professional and expert advice and experience, 7 days a week.

Laguna Real Estate is an award winning agency. Our Agency has been recognised over 52 times in two decades by industry bodies over 45 years of independent ownership.

We are honoured to have just been nominated as a Finalists in the REIQ 2024 Awards for Excellence, Large Residential Agency category.

All our staff are looking forward to welcoming

you to our new premises. We invite you to pop in to say hello…we’d love to buy you a coffee at Depot next door. See you soon!

ABSOLUTE WATERFRONT, TOES IN THE SAND

WHAT a pleasure to offer this outstanding apartment in a truly exceptional location to its next owner.

Boasting a peaceful waterfront position on the stunning river, Noosa Pacific Resort offers a quiet and tranquil oasis to those seeking a getaway from the busyness of life. Launch the kayak, hire a boat and escape to the calming wonders of nature.

Renovated with nothing more to do, this very spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment showcases expansive views across Noosa River from your kitchen, living and balcony. The apartment is single level, has lift access and secure basement car parking.

Each of the 2 oversized bedrooms at the rear has a balcony overlooking the garden and tennis court area of the resort. Aircon to main bedroom and living area, ceiling fans and river breezes provide a balmy temperature year round.

The apartment is fully furnished. Solid forward holiday bookings in are in place and the resort is maintained and managed by professional and friendly onsite managers. Resort facilities include:

• Private beach

• Private jetties

HOME ESSENTIALS

• Heated pool

• Spa, sauna and gymnasium

• Full size tennis court

• BBQ area

• Secure lift access and undercover parking

• Sunny, north facing, spacious balconies Walk easily to all the popular landmarks,

or catch the free bus! Wander in to Hastings Street and Noosa’s Main Beach and choose from the myriad of premier restaurants, bars and cafes. Stroll to Gympie Terrace for your choice of water sports, BBQs along the riverside, more restaurants, riverside coffee bars and boutiques. And don’t forget the

wonderful Noosa Yacht & Rowing Club for Sunday breakfast!

This is your opportunity to own a prime piece of Noosa real estate and be rewarded with potential future long term positive capital growth.

Address: 5/24 Munna Crescent, NOOSAVILLE Description: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage, pool Price: Offers Over $2.95m Considered Inspect: Saturday & Wednesday 10-10.30am

Contact: Leigh Vercoe, 0456 110 383, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

Olivier Miller.

The new office will provide high visibility for our clients with a fresh, modern look, with easy access and plenty of car spaces.

A PIECE OF TEWANTIN HISTORY

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. This is your chance to secure a timeless piece of Tewantin real estate.

HOME ESSENTIALS

• Original Queenslander with rich history in Tewantin

• Prime location on Moorindil Street

• Two spacious bedrooms

• One bathroom with potential for updates

• Vaulted ceilings adding character and space

• Beautifully shaded block with ample potential 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.

Address: 64 Moorindil Street, TEWANTIN Description: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 garage Price: Offers Over $985,000 Considered Inspect: Saturday 10-10.30am

Contact: Beau Lamshed, 0402 699 303, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

•Familyfriendlyhomeset in aquiet culdesaconjust under5 acres

•The landisflat,floodfree,irrigatedand easilymaintained

•Spaciousand light filled, open planliving/dining flowstoalfresco

•Puton aBBQ,frolicinthepoolandenjoy theruraltranquillity

•5-bay shed forvehicles, toolsorhobbiesorsimplytimeoutspace

•Water tanks; dualsepticsystemforefficientwaste management

•Under15minutes to theNoosaRiver;10minutes by cartoTewantin

•Yourchancetosecurea peaceful,well-equippedacreage forthe family

•Contemporarystyleandthoughtfully designed home,oozescharm

•Groundlevel features ahugeparents retreatand ensuiteplusstudy

•Light filledopenplanmainliving, formalandcasualdining, kitchen

•Theblue saltwaterpoolintegrateseffortlesslywithliving/kitchenareas

•Upstairsoffersstunning livingflowingtoa balconywithelevatedoutlook

•Upperlevelincludes2 large bedroomsand family bathroom

•StrolltoTewantinVillage,NoosaMarina, restaurants, cafes, RSL, medical

•Short cartriptoGympieTerrace,HastingsStreetand MainBeach

RogerOmdahl 0412043880

roger@lagunarealestate.com.au

•Luxury, convenienceand space- stunninghomeonan expansive979m2

•Elevatedpositionwith breathtakingHinterlandviews

•Openplanliving/dining,kitchen,gasappliancesforeasy entertaining

•Fourbedrooms,2.5bathroomswithmodernfinishesandfittings

•Hugemasterwithensuite andbalcony to relaxinprivacy

•Contemporaryexteriordesign, large yard with room fora poolandshed

•Spaciousoutdoorareas- invite theneighboursfor awelcome drink!

•Justminutes to theHighway,convenientaccess to theSunshine Coast

BeauLamshed 0402699303 beau@lagunarealestate.com.au