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What on earth did we do before the internet? I’m showing my age now, but my young adult children look at me incredulously when I remind them that there was once a time (pre-Google) when everything you needed to know was not always available at the click of a mouse. Imagine having to go to a library to source information for a school or university assignment! Then there were the early days of dial-up internet when we would be subjected to that terrible screeching noise like something out of the movie Aliens and you could make a cup of tea in the time it would take to download your emails. Fast forward 20-odd years and we are on the brink of yet another digital revolution – the metaverse. If you are thinking the meta what? Let me explain. Although still in its infancy, we are only roughly a decade away

from ‘living’ a virtual life in this 3D world, where our avatar can shop, go to the movies or a concert, travel, buy property and art and much more. Mind-blowing stuff! I chat with a local cyber intelligence expert to discover exactly what it is and how it has the potential to change life as we know it (turn to page 12 to read more). With the cooler months around the corner, it’s time to dust off the slow cooker and enjoy some hearty, healthy comfort foods. On our cover this week, we showcase a delicious and easy-to-make organic zucchini and leek soup by Kunara that the whole family will love (turn to page 32 for the recipe). Until next time, have a great week and enjoy the read.

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AGENDA Whatever benefits might be delivered by e-cigarettes, such as helping people to quit smoking, would, according to the review, be modest compared with the harms they are likely to cause. Unfortunately, public policy on the regulation of e-cigarettes is at risk of influence from powerful commercial interests. In the interests of public health, these forces must be resisted. Federal, state and territory governments have enacted policies aimed at providing e-cigarette access to individuals who might benefit from

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review The evidence is clear: e-cigarettes are doing more harm than good, and a lack of regulation and gaps in public policy around their use are putting the health of our young at serious risk.

major review on the health effects of e-cigarettes reflects what public health advocates have feared – escalating use of e-cigarettes in school-aged children, early warning signs of increased smoking rates in young Australians, and direct health harms of vaping in all ages. The review, which was released this month, was commissioned by the federal health department and conducted by researchers at the Australian National University. Overall, it found the health risks from e-cigarettes significantly outweighed any potential benefits. The review should silence lobbyists, who have long used data selectively to promote the sale of e-cigarettes. This is despite the fact previous reports, none as comprehensive and rigorous as this latest review, have delivered similar findings. The review looked at the evidence behind the health impacts of e-cigarettes or ‘vapes’ – a diverse group of devices that aerosolise a liquid for inhalation. These are touted as a safer alternative to cigarettes and an aid to quit smoking.

The review found conclusive clinical evidence e-cigarettes cause acute (shortterm) lung injury, poisoning, burns, seizures, and their use leads to addiction. They also cause less serious harms, such as throat irritation and nausea. Evidence e-cigarettes produce airborne particles in indoor environments (potentially harming non-users) was also conclusive. Among evidence ranked as strong, the review confirms what has worried tobacco control experts since patterns of e-cigarette use first emerged. People who have never smoked or are non-smokers are three times as likely to smoke if they use e-cigarettes, compared with people who have never used e-cigarettes. This is a dream for tobacco companies and their retail allies. The review found limited evidence that e-cigarettes assist individuals to stop smoking. But this is no stronger than evidence showing e-cigarette use might also cause former smokers to relapse and revert to tobacco. There is no conclusive or strong evidence in the review for any beneficial outcome from e-cigarettes.

E-cigarettes might help some individuals stop smoking. So they should only be available via a prescription from authorised medical professionals trained in helping people to quit. Any access beyond this risks serious harm. Australian Institute of Health and Welfare data shows the age group most likely to use e-cigarettes in their lifetime are 18- to 24-year-olds. This has risen from 19.2 per cent in 2016 to 26.1 per cent in 2019. Of e-cigarette users who identify as smokers, the second largest user group is 14- to 17-year-olds. Dual use is starting young, from the limited Australian Institute of Health and Welfare data available. The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare data precedes increasingly visible use of e-cigarettes in Australian schools, reported in the media. The review also shows young males are the leading e-cigarette user group by age and sex. Australian males aged 18 to 24 are also the only age group which, on the latest Australian Institute of Health and Welfare data, are smoking at greater rates than they were three years earlier.

“The risks to public health… will only grow unless governments enforce their laws” them to quit smoking, while protecting everyone else. But the evidence on how widely e-cigarettes are used shows these policies need to be more tightly enforced. It’s still easy to buy e-cigarettes online, they are available without prescription from petrol stations, tobacconists, specialty ‘vape’ stores and are on-sold by entrepreneurs – all of them acting unlawfully. Heavy fines will end their cash incentive. The review shows the risks to public health posed by e-cigarettes will only grow unless governments enforce their laws. This is to protect young Australians from becoming the first generation since trend data was collected to smoke and use nicotine at higher rates than their predecessors. This article was originally published in theconversation.com.

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The severed head of a sea slug can grow a new body. It sounds like something out of a horror film, but it’s real: The Elysia marginata, a type of sea slug, has been found to not only survive decapitation, but to also be able to grow a whole new body from it. Ecologists at Nara Women’s University in Japan found that, a few hours after having their heads severed from their bodies, the heads were already nibbling on algae as if nothing had happened.

Big metal boxes with glass tops and protruding upper appendages called overhead projectors once did the heavy lifting at corporate meetings, in classrooms and weddings and just about anywhere images needed to be displayed for groups of people. They usually worked their magic on makeshift movie screens that rolled down from the ceiling like old-fashioned window shades.

By the numbers According to Guinness World Records, ‘set’ has the largest number of meanings of any word in the English language, with 430 different senses listed in the 1989 edition of The Second Edition of the Oxford English Dictionary. The word ‘sets’ the record with an entry running 60,000 words, or 326,000 characters. No other English word has come close since.

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15,000 The number of working pay phones in use around Australia.

Today in history – April 21 1509 – Henry VIII is crowned King of England. In popular culture, the monarch is known mainly for his six marriages, two of which ended with the wife’s execution. 1918 – The Red Baron is killed. Manfred von Richthofen was a legendary German fighter pilot. He earned his reputation and nickname by achieving 80 air combat victories in World War I. He was shot down and killed during combat at the age of 25. 1934– The ‘surgeon’s photo’, allegedly showing the Loch Ness Monster, is published in The Daily Mail. In reality, the famous image depicts a toy submarine with a head and neck made of wood putty. 1992 – The first exoplanets are discovered. Polish astronomer Aleksander Wolszczan announced he found two planets orbiting the pulsar PSR 1257+12.

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STRANGER THAN FICTION The metaverse – it’s a new buzzword that has everyone talking. But what exactly is it and how will it change life as we know it? We take a closer look at this new ‘virtual universe’, which aims to break the barriers between the digital and the physical world, and discover how it has the potential to revolutionise almost every industry. WORDS: Ingrid Nelson.

magine a world where you can be anyone you want to be, visit countries you have always dreamed of, work, shop, play and interact with others without leaving the comfort of your armchair. It may sound like something out of a sci-fi movie (think Ryan Reynolds in the 2021 action comedy Free Guy) but ever since Mark Zuckerberg announced his vision of the metaverse, the online world has started wondering how it will work and how we can use it. Metaverse guru Matthew Ball best describes it as “an interconnected network of 3D virtual worlds that will eventually serve as the gateway to most online experiences and also underpin much of the physical world”, and he believes the metaverse it set to transform everything from finance and health care to education, real estate, consumer products, dating and beyond. Considered the next evolution of the internet, where people will collaborate via an avatar of themselves, the metaverse first became a household

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name in October 2021 when Facebook changed its corporate name to Meta. At the time, the company announced plans to spend $10 billion over the next year on technologies to build its long-term vision. The concept itself is not entirely a new idea. Platforms such as Fortnite, Minecraft and Roblox already give users the ability to build and play in their own virtual worlds. In fact, Ariana Grande recently strutted around a candycoloured series of Fortnite sets in Epic’s latest major in-game live music event. The multi-day ‘tour’ offered gamers and Grande fans plenty to enjoy while showcasing Epic’s impressively smooth and visually inventive vision for live events that millions of people can enjoy simultaneously. And that’s just a glimpse of what is to come. But before you get too excited, according to Dr Dennis Desmond, a cyber-intelligence academic at the University of the Sunshine Coast, building the infrastructure to support

“For me, any technology is neither good nor bad, it’s how it is applied” Dr Dennis Desmond, USC

the long-term vision of the metaverse is still about 10 to 20 years away. “Previous technologies have taken years, maybe even decades to evolve,” Dr Desmond says. “For us to get the iPhone 12 and 5G took decades. They could never have released this previously because the associated infrastructure didn’t exist.” So how exactly does it work? Put simply, in the metaverse, users traverse a virtual world that mimics aspects of the physical world using such technologies such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), social media and digital currency. The internet is something that people browse, but people can ‘live’ in the metaverse. “What that means is you could go to a music concert and listen to your favourite group play with a bunch of other people who are also attending this concert,” Dr Desmond says. “You could go watch a movie, or your avatar could interact with others playing something as simple as chess or checkers up to more advanced games myweeklypreview.com.au

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A screenshot from the psychedelic Ariana Grande live experience on Fortnite like paintball with your avatar all in your own environment. “In this world I can go to a virtual representation of a bricks and mortar store, pick a product, pay for it and have it delivered to my physical address or if it is a virtual product I could use it in the virtual world as well. There is a cross over between the digital and physical environments.” Some of the other benefits include interacting with people who are thousands of kilometres away without physically ‘travelling’ there. “The physicality of travel such as the commute, weather, cost or just the difficulty of getting away creates barriers in the real world that don’t exist in the metaverse,” Dr Desmond says. The technology also opens endless possibilities for education and training, health and travel for those who are housebound or physically impaired. However, despite all the possible benefits, Dr Desmond says the metaverse doesn’t come without risks.

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In fact, it opens a whole new world when it comes to online safety. “With any new tech we see the evolution of a crime that exploits that new technology,” he says. “I think as we see the development of the metaverse, we will see things we are concerned about in the physical world translated to the virtual world. Cyber-crime in a virtual environment is a real thing. “Child exploitation material and simulated crime such as assault and other types of activities can also occur, as well as the possibility of theft or damage, stalking, cyber-bullying, harassment and other types of crimes.” When it comes to governing this new virtual world, Dr Desmond says it’s important to protect the most vulnerable. “For me, any technology is neither good nor bad, it’s how it is applied. There is going to be a hard look from governments on policy development and laws on how to best protect people, particularly young children, and I think we will see these being applied to the metaverse as it is developing and evolving. “Now is the time to start looking at the regulatory aspects and then there’s the potential for artificial intelligence being involved with the management of avatars and the environment itself.” With a special interest in cybersecurity and cyber-intelligence, Dr Desmond says the metaverse will add a whole new level to the world of espionage. “Imagine using all of the traditional spycraft or tradecraft techniques in a virtual environment where surveillance and detection might be that much more difficult. Spies can still transfer information and engage in loading and clearing dead drops, but it will all occur in a virtual environment,” he says. “Just imagine how James Bond would change if introduced into a virtual world?”

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ADDRESSING YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH Wishlist’s new youth mental health advisory groups aim to offer youth and their families a voice.

dolescents on the Sunshine Coast will have the opportunity to access a new era of mental health services as need for support continues to grow. Around 200 youth present to the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service’s (SCHHS) mental health department each month, a number spurred on by outcomes of the pandemic and not showing sign of slowing anytime soon. To help better understand the complex mental heath issues youth face and to ensure the correct services are in place to help, local health foundation Wishlist is directing $436,000 towards a Parental Resilience Group and Youth Advisory Group. The group will be activated in the Australian-first Wishlist Centre opposite Sunshine Coast University Hospital over the next two years. SCHHS service development and research coordinator Bramwell Morton will work with project support officer Sarah Hickey and a group of adolescents who have experienced child youth and mental health services. As an experienced clinician and registered nurse, Mr Morton says this will provide a platform for the youth to amplify their voice. “These groups have the power to change the lives of adolescents and their families like we’ve never seen before in the mental health service environment on the Sunshine Coast,” Mr Morton says. “We really want to put it back on the adolescent group members and say we want to look through your eyes and create

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Bramwell Morton a better system for a legacy into the future.” He says outcomes may take a variety of directions, including access to health services, informing use of digital technology in delivery of mental health, and will be determined in the coming months. Wishlist CEO Lisa Rowe says the groups will fit in perfectly to the comfortable and supportive environment that Wishlist Centre will be for patients and families when it opens mid-year. “For every young person who walks through the doors of their local public hospital, there is a family,” she says. “Each person in that family is impacted by their family member’s health journey in a unique way, and that cannot be underestimated. “We believe through these emerging groups, families will ideally receive what

they believe is missing in their health journey.” Mr Morton and his team will soon be seeking to recruit six consumer and carer positions who will establish the Youth Advisory Group. The Parental Resilience groups will be available to parents who are seeking support with their own recovery journey while their child is recovering. “We are just so excited about this opportunity and want to say a huge thank you to Wishlist for making this vision become a reality,” Mr Morton says. To help local families going through a health crisis, and be part of the Wishlist Centre legacy, you can donate a Virtual Brick at wishlist.org.au. If you, or someone you know, need help phone Lifeline on 13 11 14. If you are in a life-threatening situation, call 000 immediately.

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Anzac Day services return on April 25 after two years of cancellations. WORDS: Caitlin Zerafa.

he Sunshine Coast community will gather on April 25 to commemorate past and present service men and women for their bravery and sacrifice. After two years of disruptions to Anzac Day services, local RSL sub branches and community organisations will hold dawn services and marches honouring the efforts of Australian and New Zealand forces. With many services cancelled, condensed or moved online, this year will also see the continuation of the successful Light up the Dawn initiative, which sees residents stand on their driveways for a moment of candlelit silence. Sunshine Coast RSL district president Ian Hall (pictured) is welcoming the return of services, on what he says is the most important day of commemorations. “Anzac Day is not about commemorating war, but the sacrifices of those who left behind small towns to

bravely serve for our country,” Mr Hall tells My Weekly Preview. “It also is important to recognise the mateship and camaraderie.” Serving two tours to Vietnam between 1966 and 1970, Mr Hall is grateful for the role RSL clubs play, not only for local veterans, but for their families. “I am very passionate about RSL branches and what they do for veterans – young and old – and their families. “It’s not just the veterans, but families who have to sacrifice a lot when a loved one goes off to serve.” Vietnam veteran Ian Atkinson says the Sunshine Coast has a proud history of supporting its veterans throughout local clubs and sub branches. As chairman of the Mooloolaba Surf Life Saving Club Anzac Day committee, Mr Atkinson says it is one of the many reasons the club initiated its first dawn beach service in 2008, as well as regular meetups

with other Vietnam and young veterans. Now after a two-year hiatus, the dawn service will also return in 2022 and is even more poignant as the lifesaving club celebrates its centenary this year. “MSLSC Service Veterans are a tight-knit bunch and we meet up at least every week,” Mr Atkinson says. “When we started planning our first Anzac Day service in 2008, we had 200 people watching from the beach. “The event has grown, with around 10,000 community members predicted to share their solemnity and appreciation of lives lost and those still serving. “We were disappointed when services were cancelled in the last two years due to the pandemic. So, this year we are looking forward to a fitting tribute for our Anzacs.” The service begins at 5am when boat crews will row out, lay wreaths of native Australian flowers and then raise their oars to the haunting sounds of the Last Post. The Last Post will be accompanied by a lone horseman from the 2nd Light Horse Regiment – Woombye Troop and the lifesaving club’s nippers will lay 12 wreaths representing Australia and New Zealand’s past campaigns, wars, peacekeeping missions and nurses. Those who cannot attend an official service are encouraged to participate in Light up the Dawn from their driveways. For information, or to find your nearest service visit lightupthedawn.com.au.

2022 RSL ANZAC DAY SERVICES Caloundra Dawn service – 5am at Kings Beach Amphitheatre March – 9am from the Stockland Shopping Centre carpark to Caloundra RSL Wreath Laying Service – 10am at Caloundra RSL Memorial Garden Coolum-Peregian Dawn service/march – 5.10am from Seacove Lane to Coolum-Peregian RSL Kawana Dawn service – 5.30am at Coopers Point Cenotaph (adjacent to the Kawana Waters Surf Club) March – 10.20am Pacific Boulevard and Weema Street, Buddina Main service – 10.50am Coopers Point Cenotaph Maleny Dawn service – 4.30am at the Maleny RSL March – 10.15am from Maple and Fig streets Main service – 11.00am at the Maleny RSL Mapleton Dawn Service – 5.30am at the Village Green Montville March - 8.45am from Wilga Court to RSL Memorial Park Main service – 9am at RSL Memorial Park Maroochydore Dawn service – 4.30am at the Maroochydore Cenotaph March – 8.30am from Memorial Avenue (outside RSL club) Main service – 9am at the Maroochydore Cenotaph Mudjimba Dawn service – 5am at Power Memorial Park March – 10.30am from Coolibah Street and Mudjimba Beach Road Main service – 11am at Power Memorial Park Nambour Dawn service – 5.30am at Quota Memorial Park March – 8.30am from Ann and Howard streets Main service – 9.15am at Quota Memorial Park Yandina-Eumundi *No dawn service or march Main service – 11am at the Yandina Cenotaph

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END OF AN ERA John Wallace’s name is synonymous with swimming on the Coast, but after almost four decades in Caloundra, the educator is retiring. WORDS: Caitlin Zerafa.

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prominent Caloundra aquatic educator is preparing to retire after almost four decades of teaching vital swim skills to hundreds of young children. John Wallace took up the lease of the Caloundra Aquatic Lifestyle Centre 37 years ago and it has been a real family affair ever since, with Mr Wallace working alongside his wife Vicki and daughters Kirsty and Tessa, who was an Olympic swimmer. He says the time has now come to retire, but it is not without many mixed emotions. “I’ve been a part of the Caloundra swimming community since 1985,” Mr Wallace says. “So, it really is an end of an era.

“My wife and I used to live on site at the caretaker’s house up until 2002. We had our daughters there. When we first started at Caloundra, it was just a 25-metre pool and a toilet block. “I’m going to really miss it. I’ve lived and breathed swimming for as long as I can remember, but it’s time to stop and smell the roses, travel and explore retirement.” Having trained under the tutelage of Laurie Lawrence, John Carew and Roy Holland, Mr Wallace developed a reputation of his own for leading swim school programs. “Laurie’s passion really rubbed off on me,” Mr Wallace says. “When I started at Caloundra, I quickly rallied the support of local

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primary schools to start teaching kids to swim as early as possible. “The schools trialled the service and loved it, so we purpose built an earlyyears learn-to-swim facility at the centre with council support. It was revolutionary at the time.” Mr Wallace also went on to coach Olympic and Paralympic swimmers including Kaylee McKeown, Nicole Irving and Jeff Hardy, even guiding his own daughter Tessa to the 2010 and 2018 Commonwealth Games and the 2012 Olympics. His legacy also lives on with daughter Kirsty, who runs the popular aquatic facility at nearby Baringa. While Mr Wallace says there have been too many highlights over the years to count, he admits the past two years have been difficult on the local swim school, particularly in its ability to maintain qualified swim coaches. “I really wanted to leave on top, but like many businesses, COVID restrictions have impacted our workforce and our ability to maintain qualified swim coaches,” he says. “I’ve had to wind back our swim school, which is really unfortunate. “Good staff are hard to come by – you need to lock them up.” Caloundra Aquatic Lifestyle Centre is one of nine Sunshine Coast Council-run aquatic centres across the region. With Mr Wallace’s lease to finish on May 31, the council will then deliver essential capital works on the facility ahead of a new lessee taking over in July.

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CYCLISTS URGED TO REPORT INCIDENTS VIA NEW APP

Cyclists across Australia are being encouraged to log their crashes and near misses through a new app being trialled by the University of the Sunshine Coast.

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In the world-first initiative, researchers from USC’s Centre for Human Factors and Sociotechnical Systems are gathering data from cyclists in all states to better understand how and why incidents occur – and how to stop them in the future. In Australia, cyclists make up one in five of all people injured on roads, and research has shown that cyclists can be up to 12 times more at risk of death than car drivers. The Cyclist Incident Reporting Tool app (CRIT app) is currently in a 12-month trial period and is free to download from the App Store and Google Play.

TALENTED TRIO TO REPRESENT THEIR STATE Three talented Caloundra gymnasts are preparing to represent Queensland after a successful campaign at the recent Gymnastics Queensland Senior State Championships. Grace Austin, 12, Annika Bojanowski, 11, and Leah Wilson, 13, from the YMCA Caloundra gymnastics team, were chosen from more than 80 competitors across Queensland to be selected for the Queensland Border Challenge Team. The major competition showcases the states’ highest achieving athletes from Women’s Artistic Gymnastics (WAG), with the competition happening

from June 25 to 30 at Caloundra Indoor Stadium. YMCA WAG coach Karleigh Fraser says she is proud of the girls. “Each state chooses its teams at their state championships and this is a massive boost for the YMCA Caloundra team. “With their training paying off [it will be] exciting to see them represent both the state and the YMCA in June.” Fellow YMCA Caloundra gymnasts Keira Minahan and Rylea Dau also competed to earn themselves some impressive results at the championships.

STEP BACK IN TIME FOR BUDERIM GROUP’S CELEBRATIONS Buderim will be swinging back to the 1940s to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Buderim War Memorial Community Association. With celebrations delayed from 2020, BWMCA president Errol Richardson says everyone in the organisation is more than ready to celebrate from May 27 to 29. The BWMCA was formed to create a living memorial to the wartime sacrifice of service men and women, embrace the freedoms they fought for and maintain community spirit locally during World War II. “Today it is a vibrant community organisation with over

240 members and works closely with over 70 other local affiliate community organisations,” Mr Richardson says. “I think the [BWMCA] founders would be proud of what we continue to offer the community.” The 1940s-style events will be suitable for all ages and include a musical extravaganza concert, a dress-up big band dance and official commemorations. Tickets are limited. Visit bwmca.com.au to book and keep up to date with regular activities at the Buderim War Memorial Community Association Facebook page.

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from the beach and travels alongside cars on busy Elizabeth Street. The new route will be built between Cooroora Street to Dicky Beach Park at Beerburrum Street. It is part of a larger 3.2-kilometre segment between Currimundi Beach and Moffat. The full pathway network is 73 kilometres extending from Bells Creek in the south to Coolum in the north.

E-WASTE COLLECTION POINTS POP UP IN THE HINTERLAND Residents in Maleny and Beerwah can now safely dispose of old batteries at collection units in their local Woolworths stores. The aim of the initiative is to provide accessible points for the recycling of e-waste, including end-of-life batteries and old mobile phones, which would otherwise end up in landfill. Member for Glass House Andrew Powell says this is an important program. “Approximately 94 per cent of

household batteries are never recycled, and around 24 million unused phones are stored in homes across Australia; both items containing harmful substances that can damage the environment if improperly disposed into landfill,” he says. “It’s great to have these collection points in such handy spots, encouraging us to gather up those spent batteries and outdated technology lying around the house and simply recycle them when we pop down for the groceries.”

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VIVA LA VINTAGE MARKET Lovers of vintage treasures and bespoke crafts are in for a fine time at the next Viva La Vintage Market. The markets are held four times a year and have developed a reputation as the place to find unique collectables. Viva la Vintage coordinator Lisa Williment curates the stalls for the market and is excited by the collections coming to next Viva la Vintage. Shoppers will be happy to know the space is weather-proof and air conditioned, so it’s a comfortable space rain, hail or shine. When: Sunday, April 24, 9am. Where: The Imperial Hotel Eumundi, 1 Ethridge Street, Eumundi. Tickets: Free event.

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There’s loads to explore and plenty to do on the Coast, so pop these fun events into your diary so you don’t miss out.

Apr 24 PARK SOUNDS Park Sounds is back and taking Eumundi by storm. Come and show your support for local musicians, all the while kicking back for a casual afternoon of entertainment. Pack your picnic rug for this fabulous afternoon of free live music, and a great line-up that will see Cora & Lochie, Yeah The Girls, Little Mountain Duo and the Ryan Giles Trio take to the stage. This is an alcohol free event. When: Sunday, April 24, 2pm–5pm. Where: Dick Caplick Park, Eumundi. Tickets: Free event.

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April 23

EUROBEAT – ALMOST EUROVISION

CENTENARY DISPLAY EXHIBITION Official ambulance services to Nambour and the hinterland began 100 years ago this month and to celebrate this milestone, there will be an open day at the tramway terminal in Mill Street. Nambour Ambulance Station is inviting the community to come along and celebrate. There will be a sausage sizzle, face painting, entertainment and memorabilia on display, including vintage ambulances. Also, paramedics will be donating their time to promote CPR awareness. It’s an opportunity to celebrate 100 years of service with past and present staff. When: Saturday, April 23, 10am–2.30pm. Where: Nambour Tram Facility, Mill Street, Nambour. Tickets: Free event.

Eurobeat – Almost Eurovision is a riotously funny and dazzling musical comedy homage to the biggest annual song contest in Europe, presented live on stage with you, the audience, having the power to decide which of the 11 competing countries will win via live voting. As borders reopen, celebrate the countries you’ve been missing out on. Prepare to laugh, cringe, and be dazzled by this chaotically funny musical, directed by Peta Beattie, and assisted by an incredible cast and crew. When: Friday, April 22 and 29, 7.30pm. Saturday, April 23 and 30, 2pm, and 7.30pm. Where: BATS Theatre, 1 Church Street, Buderim. Tickets: $30 for adults, $24 for seniors and students, batstheatre.com/ or by phone to Alice on 0427 856 680.

NAMBOUR FORECOURT LIVE! Nambour Forecourt Live! is a free, family friendly live music event thanks to Peace Run Records. The day will feature live music by local artists, Bobby Longstaff, Those Folk and JaZZella. There will be creative workshops, a licensed bar thanks to Tram Co. and food trucks with a range of cuisines. There will also be children’s face painting by donation, as well as donut decorating and a weaving workshop. When: Friday, April 22, 4pm–8.30pm. Where: Nambour Council forecourt, Corner of Currie Street and Bury Street, Nambour. Tickets: Free event, register via bit.ly/3uB0jXu.

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Apr 22 MONTVILLE’S STARRY NIGHTS OUTDOOR CINEMA Montville State school P&C are excited to host their second Starry Night community movie event. Following on from the success of last year’s event, this year they will be playing the DreamWorks movie Rise of the Guardians. The event will have Montville Gourmet Pizza available for purchase, as well as a selection of concession stand snacks. Alcohol will be available for purchase for those over 18 years of age. This is an inclusive community event and will have a sensory space and quiet games set up for those who need to be up and about during the movie. Pre-movie entertainment will include live music. When: Friday, April 22, 4.30pm. Where: Montville State School, Main Street, Montville. Tickets: $5 per person, $20 for family tickets. Via bit.ly/367onYC.

CREATIVE MARK-MAKING WORKSHOP WITH ARTIST ANNE HARRIS THE BEATLES UNPLUGGED SHAMBHALA FOOD RELIEF FUNDRAISER Come along for a fundraiser in support of those affected by the floods and meet for a morning of connection, movement, and nature immersion. Immerse yourself with a beautiful morning on the farm while raising funds for those affected by the floods in the Northern Rivers. All proceeds raised will go towards helping the flood relief efforts. When: Saturday, April 23, 9am. Where: 58 Justin Road, Doonan. Tickets: $40 via bit.ly/3jxCjOX.

Sixty years on from their debut album, no band has accrued more success, more fame or more respect than The Beatles. With 600 million record sales and 20 number one hits, the influence of The Fab Four remains as strong today as ever before. Capturing the intimacy and energy of the popular MTV Unplugged series, this new production is a unique celebration of the harmony and composition of the greatest band in history. When: Sunday, April 24, 6.30pm. Where: Maleny Community Centre, 23 Maple Street, Maleny. Tickets: $45 via, bit.ly/38H2i41.

Join art prize finalist Anne Harris for an expressive, free-thinking workshop that will explore natural inks and mark-making tools. The group will create mark-making tools to use on paper, to respond and record memory. Participants will also learn how to make natural inks from plants and everyday household ingredients – a key theme to Anne’s practice. All skill levels welcome. Suitable for participants 16-plus. When: Friday, April 22, 9am–3pm. Where: Caloundra Library, 8 Omrah Avenue, Caloundra. Tickets: $120 via, bit.ly/3O6Al66. All events were correct at time of printing.

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RULE BREAKERS BEWARE

THANK GOD FOR NURSES

For Queensland road users, breaking the rules is becoming a very expensive exercise, and so it should be, writes Jane Stephens.

race yourselves: the hip-pocket pain caused by breaking road rules is going to ramp up from uncomfortable to agonising from July 1. Some people just can’t help themselves, fiddling with phones when they are in control of a vehicle. Are we really so absolutely attached to our devices that we can’t manage without them during the trip from A to B? Or is it that the thirst for technology doesn’t extend to purchasing the gear that would render legal that endless need for connection? It seems a simple choice, and they got away with making a poor one for so long. But Big Brother – or more correctly lots of bulky brethren – have brought that to a skidding halt. Covert cameras caught a whopping 50,000 Queensland drivers using their phones or not wearing a seatbelt in just four months to the end of February. The new technology – which went live last July and began issuing fines in November – has already siphoned $40.6 million from motorists’ wallets into government coffers. Did these drivers fiddling with phones and riding unbridled really think

government warnings about the coming of the cameras were a tease? The covert cameras are the chief reason the latest state budget forecast is predicting fine and forfeiture revenue to grow almost 40 per cent to $597 million in 2021-22. The tidal wave of fine money is now being bolstered by an easing of COVID sympathies. Under state legislation, the value of a penalty unit (used to determine various fines) increases each year by 3.5 per cent. But in 2020, with the coming of the global pandemic, the penalty unit was frozen. Then last year the government, presumably feeling a little sorry for us all, gazetted a 3.3 per cent increase. But now comes the catchup, with the value of a penalty unit increasing by 4.3 per cent on July 1. All this means a big ouch is waiting for those flouting the law. From July 1, those caught using a mobile phone while driving will part with $1077 instead of $1033. It is not just revenue raising. Evidence shows that using your phone while driving equates to driving with a blood alcohol concentration of between .07 and .10. Hit them where it hurts, I say. Pain can be a brutal teacher.

Jane Stephens is a USC journalism lecturer, media commentator and writer.

As International Nurses Day approaches, Ashley Robinson reflects on this hardworking cohort and their no-nonsense ways.

am not usually a fan of state and federal government advertising, but I have to agree with the current campaign about people not clogging up emergency departments at our hospitals. If you haven’t heard it, it is a radio campaign with a female nurse urging us not to go there unless it is an emergency. Makes sense to me, particularly with International Nurses Day coming up on May 12. I live with someone close to a nurse but to be fair I am a bit of a hypochondriac so she doesn’t waste any of her valuable time on me when she has a plethora of wildlife in and around our residence that at times resembles a cross between Australia Zoo and Steptoe’s backyard. Nurses do a fantastic job that they must love as they sure don’t get the financial reward. Strangely I was reminded of my frequent trip to emergency in Nambour when I was a kid the other day when I cut my finger and ended up at hospital. I told the admitting nurse that I had cut my finger and felt the knife hit the bone. After a short wait I was attended by someone that could have been related to

my wife. She looked at it, in between dealing with people needing care, came back and told me, “You never hit the bone; it was your fingernail. You can wait to see a doctor or I can patch it up and send you home. Your choice.” “So I don’t need a stitch?” Monotone reply, “No but you can wait and see a doctor. Your choice.” I said, “So I reckon you have been around awhile, so I will take you word for it. Patch it up.” She only smiled once, when she said, “Okay, I will just flush it out first” as she loaded what looked a horse needle, “and this is going to hurt”. She was right – it did bloody hurt, it didn’t need a stitch and I will probably think twice before I go back there wasting everyone’s time. It reminded me of Sister Rogerson at Nambour Hospital in the old days when many of us ended up there after footy, a surfing injury or a fight. It was scary. They knew their stuff and would fix you, but boy they let you know if you were wasting their time. Sister Rogerson was a classic example of someone that was dedicated to the job, could even be described as a saint, but other times Saint Scary but for good reason.

Ashley Robinson is the manager of Alex Surf Club and the chairman of the Sunshine Coast Falcons.

The opinions expressed are those of the authors. These are not the views of My Weekly Preview publishers.

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ALL HAIL QUEEN DOLLY Sami Muirhead loves her sleep, but she loves Dolly Parton – a women who admits to waking at 3am every morning – even more.

ow many hours of sleep do you need? A mate of mine says nothing good in this world ever happens after 11pm and he always leaves a party before his selfimposed curfew time. I am quite sure one of my heroes, Dolly Parton, is part vampire. The singer has told RuPaul in an interview for Marie Claire that she wakes up at a time I consider to be the middle of the night. “I’m a very, very, very early riser,” the 9 to 5 singer said. “I’m always up for good around 3am. So I do some of my best spiritual work, some of my best writing, and some of my business work between 3am and 7am. “I think God is a farmer. He’s getting out and he’s throwing down all these little nuggets of corn. Corn mostly, in my place. They say the early bird catches the worm. Well, they get a lot of good ideas too.” We all have a body clock and the perfect hours to sleep. In a utopian world, I would go to bed when Dolly is getting up and sleep until 10 or 11am. Now that is my idea of heaven. I have never been a morning person, which is ironic that I worked breakfast radio hours for over a decade. Coffee was my best friend and every morning in the shower I swore I

would quit that day just so I could sleep in tomorrow. Back to Dolly – a businesswoman, a gifted songwriter and singer, philanthropist and author. Her latest novel has shot straight to the bestsellers list and is called Run, Rose, Run and is about a young wannabe star living in Nashville and singing about the demons in her past life as she struggles to outrun them. A musical of Dolly’s smash hit movie which she wrote and starred in, 9 to 5, is shortly coming to Brisbane. And you must do yourself a favour and listen to one of the best podcast series you will ever hear named Dolly Parton’s America on Spotify. It is a reminder Dolly wrote I Will Always Love You as her way of breaking up professionally with Porter Wagoner. The ridiculous Kardashian clan could learn a lesson here in how to live a big life and be an interesting person. One of 12 kids born to poor parents, Dolly even partially funded Moderna COVID vaccine research. So, when I die may I have slept in that morning until nearly lunch time and then please sprinkle my ashes at Dollywood in Tennessee with Jolene blasting away. Now that is a send-off that sounds pure bliss to me.

Sami Muirhead is a radio announcer, blogger and commentator. For more from Sami tune into Mix FM.

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UPDATE: LITHIUM SUPPLY AND DEMAND Ord Minnett has recently updated its lithium supply and demand models, and as a result we have reviewed our price forecasts. We note the following key points: 1. Our electric vehicle (EV) sales and penetration rate forecast through to 2030 are unchanged at 34 per cent for battery EVs and 62 per cent for total EVs. Our 2030 demand estimate, however, has fallen 470,000 tonnes (t) or 13 per cent to 2.9Mt lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE) after factoring in declining lithium consumption factors to reflect battery technology shifts. 2. On the supply side, we have added material output increases later this decade, which narrows our forecast deficit in the near term and moves the market to a slight surplus in 2028, before returning to deficit thereafter. 3. On prices, spodumene continues to climb (Platts at $US5,350/t), while China spot prices for hydroxide and carbonate are still in the $US70,000/t range, slightly off the absolute highs (we recently upgraded). For the miners, we continue to see significant near-term cash flow gains and valuation support, underpinned by the following factors: • Demand – We forecast LCE demand will grow at a 22 per cent compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from 632,000t in 2022

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The science of

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When it comes to making quality sourdough, the key is in finding the balance between chemistry, microbiology and good quality product. Then, of course, there is the passion that comes with creation. For Sunshine Coast businessman David Mares, baking bread has become a form of art. As the director of Walter’s Artisan Bread, Mr Mares focuses on maintaining the fundamental techniques of creating sourdough. “Sourdough making has been a love of mine for many years, and to be able to produce such quality products in a setting such as the Sunshine Coast, close to mountains and the sea, and customers with a like-minded approach to health and wellbeing is very satisfying,” he says. Tell us about your business. We are specialists in manufacturing traditional, no-yeast or artificial vitamins, hand-mounded sourdough, which is good for your gut and wellbeing. People who suffer from gut issues related to yeast and preservatives have reported to us and their health-care practitioner that they have no problems eating our sourdough. At Walter’s Artisan Bread we choose to use organic ingredients, and let the natural organisms do their thing, which allows us to produce a high-quality sourdough for our customers. With the skill of our sourdough-trained bakers, moulding then baking on stone in our pretty impressive oven gives us the local edge. IMAGE: SHUTTERSTOCK

Walter’s Artisan Bread is a member of the Food and Agribusiness Network (FAN). Established by the industry for the industry, FAN is a not-for-profit food industry cluster that has been operating for six years with more than 300 members from across the food value chain in the greater Sunshine Coast region.

What does your average working day look like? Our day starts with checking the quality and readiness of our sourdough starters, which have been mixed the day before to ensure these little suckers have been doing their own thing overnight in the right temperature producing all the gas and flavour needed. Why did you base yourself here on the Sunshine Coast? The Sunshine Coast is a location with people who are passionate about their own fitness, healthy eating and lifestyle. We are fortunate to have such fresh produce so

“We choose to use organic ingredients, and let the natural organisms do their thing, which allows us to produce a high-quality sourdough” close to where we manufacture our products, with all Australian ingredients keeps Australia growing. Where to from here? What is your dream for your business? Maintaining traditional fundamental sourdough techniques are an integral part of our success. The training of young people into the art of making traditional yeast-free sourdough is part of the progression and development of sourdough making. Also, having more customers who try our sourdough, who say, ‘I can’t eat any other bread’ after eating Walter’s bread. Having an end game is important, to create a quality handcrafted sourdough is something which comes from my passion to make people happy when eating and sharing food. The Sunshine Coast is a hub of local produce and products. How can people support local producers? For buyers of Australian food products, buy local and support industries. This automatically supports jobs on the Coast, from the truck drivers to the workers in manufacturing, wholesaling and retail. Walter’s Artisan Bread is available at a range of local stores including IGA outlets. For a list of stockists, visit waltersartisanbread.com.au.

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Organic zucchini and leek soup with parmesan croutons Fresh and seasonal organic produce, plus an abundance of herbs, makes this a nutrient-dense soup. The humble potato gives the soup some depth and the use of Barambah sour cream makes it smooth and creamy. This is such a wholesome soup, full of flavour and nutrients. The whole family is sure to love it. SERVES: 4 | COOK TIME: 60 minutes SOUP ¼ cup organic extra virgin olive oil 2 organic leeks, thinly sliced 2 organic garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 tbsp organic rosemary, finely chopped 500g organic potatoes, peeled and chopped 2 large organic zucchinis, thinly sliced 6 cups Nutra Organics vegetable broth 50g organic baby spinach ¼ cup organic flat leaf parsley, chopped ¼ cup Barambah sour cream or Absolute

Organic coconut cream (vegan option) 2 tbsp organic dill, finely chopped 2 tbsp organic chives, finely chopped Salt and pepper CROUTONS 4 thick slices of sourdough bread, chopped into large cubes (use gluten-free bread if required) ¼ cup organic extra virgin olive oil ¼ cup finely grated parmesan Salt and pepper

Method 1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees and line a baking tray with baking paper. 2. Heat oil in a large saucepan over low heat. Add leek and ½ teaspoon of salt, stir and cook for 20 minutes until very soft. 3. Add garlic and rosemary, cook stirring for a further 5 minutes, until soft and fragrant. 4. Add potato, zucchini and broth, bring to the simmer. Cook for 30 minutes, until potato is very tender. Remove from heat and add spinach and parsley.

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5. While soup is cooking prepare the croutons. In a large bowl toss the bread with olive oil. Add parmesan (if using), salt and pepper and toss until well coated. Scatter croutons on baking tray and bake in oven, turning a few

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times, for 10-15 minutes or until golden and crunchy. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly. They will become crunchier. 6. Blitz soup with stick blender or in a blender until smooth and season to taste. 7. Combine sour cream with 1-2 tablespoons of water, if using. Then, divide soup among bowls and drizzle with sour cream or coconut cream. Scatter with croutons and top with chives, dill and cracked pepper.

Chef’s tip If dairy is not on your radar, not a problem, use some coconut cream and leave out the parmesan or substitute it for some vegan parmesan cheese or savoury yeast ﬂakes.

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GemLife Pacific Paradise over-50’s lifestyle resort’s ideal location near cycling trails and beaches won over fitness enthusiasts Phil and Eileen McIntosh. played and coached AFL and, since being together, they have been avid runners, cyclists and walkers. Because of the abundance of bike paths near the resort they usually ride up

to 20 kilometres at a time. They also enjoy walking in the pool. Mr McIntosh enjoys golf at Twin Waters Golf Club where he is a member and loves the fact it is just three minutes away from the resort. Mr McIntosh, originally from Hobart, and English-born Mrs McIntosh spent 30 years in Geelong, Victoria before moving to Alexandra Headland two decades ago, and then into their new forever home at GemLife Pacific Paradise where they can be close to some of their three children and eight grandchildren. The move could not have made them happier. They had been living in a two-storey townhouse and wanted to downsize into a single-level dwelling. “We were so impressed by the quality of the homes and the resort’s close proximity to beaches that one thing led to another and before we knew it, our home was on the market, sold and we were moving in,” Mr McIntosh says. Other GemLife resorts on the Sunshine Coast include GemLife Maroochy Quays and GemLife Palmwoods. All offer premium recreational facilities and beautifully designed, low-maintenance homes, created exclusively for the over-50s. To find out more call 1800 317 393 or visit gemlife.com.au.

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MAUREEN IS STREETS AHEAD IN THE LIFESTYLE STAKES For more than half her life, Maureen Spratt has called Caulfield Drive home. Mrs Spratt and her late husband Ray purchased the five-acre property in Burpengary East more than 40 years ago and together they built their home and created a beautiful life with their two children. After her husband’s passing nine years ago, and with their children now having families and homes of their own, Mrs Spratt has been managing the large property on her own. When the Stockland Halcyon Communities team offered to buy her land, it seemed like the perfect opportunity to downsize to a bigger life without having to change her street address. “I had heard of Halcyon communities and actually used to run fashion parades at Halcyon Glades with a local boutique where I worked part-time,” she says. “The more I thought about moving into a Halcyon community without having to move out of my street, [the more I was convinced] that it would be the perfect place for me and on my own land.” After making the decision to sell her property, Mrs Spratt has become the first home buyer at Halcyon Promenade. “While it was sad to say goodbye to our family home of 40 years, I’m glad I will be staying in the area where I’ve got lots of friends,” she says. “I’ve already picked my site and the home I want after visiting the display homes at B by Halcyon [in Buderim] with my daughter.”

Self funded retirees can save thousands of dollars simply by getting a second opinion on hearing aids. Some foreign owned hearing aid shops will try to get you to pay huge amounts for technology you may not need. It is very important to get a second opinion from a local and independent Hearing Rehabilitation clinic like Hear4Good. Do not make a rash decision without getting independent advice. We are the best friend a self funded retiree can have!

“I’m really looking forward to the security, sense of community and convenience that Halcyon Promenade will provide.” In a special tribute to Mrs Spratt and her rich history in Burpengary East, Spratt Park will be constructed at the entry to the community. “I feel very honoured that Spratt Park has been included as part of the masterplan and I can’t wait to move in next year.” To find out more about Halcyon communities, call 1800 560 768 or visit lifebeginsathalcyon.com.au.

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Get your heart checked Health Minister Greg Hunt has urged Australians over the age of 50 to get their heart health checked, following the recent untimely deaths of cricketer Shane Warne and Labor senator Kimberley Kitching. Speaking at a press conference, Mr Hunt says “It is a tragic reminder of the risks that people face in their fifties and it is important to have our heart checked.” The coronary artery calcium (CAC) score is the international gold standard for predicting heart attacks in patients over the age of 40. This quick, painless procedure measures the amount of calcium in the walls of the arteries that supply your heart muscle, using a special scan of your heart. And, for Sunshine Coast patients, that test is available on their doorstep. Dr Peter Larsen is a cardiologist and managing director at Heart HQ, a clinic with headquarters in Sippy Downs offering a comprehensive range of cardiology services including the CAC test. “The CAC allows us to understand the relative risks of a heart attack or stroke to you as an individual. This gives us the opportunity to work together to minimise the chance of you having a cardiovascular event in the future,” Dr Larsen says. “We can also use the information to decide which strategies you should adopt to reduce your risk if it’s found to be high.” As you age, plaque can build up inside your arteries. The plaque can’t be seen on most external x-ray tests. However, over time, calcium is deposited into this plaque and is visible on a CT scan. Heart HQ’s Dr Stuart Butterly says “The calcium score looks at the overall coronary artery plaque present, which can help predict your risk of a cardiovascular event, like a heart attack or stroke, in the future. It’s the best predictor of your chance of a heart attack over the next ten years.” Find out more at hearthq.com.au/ tests-and-procedures/coronary-arterycalcium-scoring.

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ONCOLOGY

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Surgery a last resort when it comes to joint pain

Osteoarthritis and the spine

Are you prepared for the unexpected?

Pain in the joint can be caused by many different conditions, one of the most common is osteoarthritis. The pain caused by osteoarthritis can often cloud patient’s judgement when it comes to seeking advice and treatment. It can feel like there is no help available, or there is so much information but none of it makes any sense. This can often result in poor decision-making or incorrect treatment of your symptoms. A very effective way to treat osteoarthritis is with a correct diagnosis and the right education provided by a health professional. Talking to a specialist will enable you the best possible treatment options to help with managing your pain. Often it is recommended to seek treatment with an allied health professional such as a dietician or physiotherapist. Surgery should always be the last option to treat joint pain. With the right tools and education, surgery can be delayed or even avoided. I would recommend speaking to a specialist about your joint pain today. Remember, never be afraid to ask questions.

Osteoarthritis is when the protective layer of cartilage at the end of a bone wears down over time. Osteoarthritis can affect all joints in the body including the spine. It is commonly associated with pain during basic movements such as sitting, standing and walking. The spine is not unlike the larger joints in the body, and osteoarthritis affects the joints in the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine causing similar symptoms of pain and decreased mobility. This pain is due to inflammation and swelling or from the development of bone spurs or osteophytes. These bone spurs can then put pressure on the nerves of the spine, leading to pain such as sciatica in the legs or pain in the arms and fingers. Treatment options for spinal osteoarthritis can range from pain killers, injections and surgery to remove the bone spurs and decompress the affected nerves. If you have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis or have neck or back pain, see your GP about a referral to a specialist to discuss your treatment options.

It’s never too early to complete your Advance Care Planning documentation, but sometimes it can be too late. None of us knows what is around the corner in terms of our health, and unfortunately sudden and unexpected life-threatening illness or injury can occur to any of us at any time. This is usually extremely distressing for the loved ones in our life – not only do they need to deal with the emotions of their loved one being very unwell, but they are often left to organise much of the practicalities surrounding health care and finances. By appointing an Enduring Power of Attorney, as well as completing an Advance Health Directive and Will, this empowers and enables the important people in your life to act on your behalf. This does not remove the emotion of the situation, but it can reduce some of the distress. It also allows you to have your say on what treatment you receive should you be too unwell to discuss this at the time. None of us will live forever. Making these plans does not change what lies ahead, it purely changes how prepared you and your family are in dealing with it.

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LIBRA (SEP 24-OCT 23)

SCORPIO (OCT 24-NOV 22)

The solar eclipse and Mercury activate your career zone. Creative thinking and clever brainstorming will bring professional benefits as the planets boost your intuition, ignite your imagination and stretch your work muscles.

A romantic relationship looks confusing. You think you know the person well, but you need to walk a mile in their shoes before you really know how they are feeling. Circumstances are constantly changing, so don’t make any firm plans.

Librans possess a natural talent for creating beauty in the way you speak, write, dance, decorate, cook or just generally create – so that’s what you must do. In a world full of stress and uncertainty, you can divert people’s attention to a magical place.

With the solar eclipse, Mercury and unpredictable Uranus visiting your partnership zone, old rules have flown out the window. Change, disruption and transformation are the new norms in relationships. Scorpios need to be very adaptable.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV 23-DEC 21)

CAPRICORN (DEC 22-JAN 20)

AQUARIUS (JAN 21-FEB 19)

PISCES (FEB 20-MAR 20)

This week’s solar eclipse suggests a fresh start involving work or health as you commence a new job. With Venus, Mars, Neptune and Jupiter (your ruler) visiting your domestic zone, Home Sweet Home is the place to be!

Capricorns can become obsessed with the minutiae of daily life. By all means, keep up-to-date with current affairs, but aim to limit your exposure; otherwise, you’ll just become more stressed. Focus on situations where you can contribute your expertise.

A surprising partnership or a creative joint venture looks promising, but you must be realistic about what you can bring to the table. Fabulous professional opportunities are around, but you need to work out the perfect time to strike.

Venus and Neptune hook up in your sign mid-week, which highlights romantic moments, creative expression and spiritual inspiration. Appreciation of art and beauty is also heightened. Then, the solar eclipse stimulates your travel and education zones.

WORD STEP Complete the list by changing one letter at a time to create a new word at each step. One possible answer shown below.

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QUIZ 1. Ellie Blackburn is captain of which AFLW team? 2. Who was Time’s Man of the Year in 1982? 3. Mary Read and Anne Bonny were both convicted of what crime in the early 18th century? 4. Stephanie Gilmore is best known for competing in what sport? 5. What is the last name of Home and Away characters Tane, Ari and Nikau?

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This week, the solar eclipse stimulates your aspirations zone. Divert your attention from current problems and draw up a wish-list for 2022 and beyond. Don’t waste the opportunity to escape into your dreams for the future.

QUIZ: 1. Western Bulldogs 2. The computer 3. Piracy 4. Surﬁng 5. Parata 6. Europe 7. Kristen Stewart 8. Minnie Driver 9. The Chemical Brothers 10. A travelling bag

CANCER (JUN 22-JUL 23)

Mercury (your patron planet) links up with Neptune, Jupiter and Pluto, which boosts creativity, confidence and personal magnetism. Gung-ho Geminis are keen to power ahead, but if you make fast moves, then you could end up in a mess.

CROSSWORD: Across: 1 Emporium 5 Spur 9 Stiff 10 Shorten 11 Take down a peg 13 Rhythm 14 Afraid 17 Secret police 20 Maestro 21 Noise 22 Duty 23 Abeyance Down: 1 Easy 2 Privacy 3 Refreshments 4 Upshot 6 Put up 7 Renegade 8 Horn of plenty 12 Presumed 15 Auction 16 Aplomb 18 Chest 19 Cede

GEMINI (MAY 22-JUN 21)

Avoid getting stuck in a static way of thinking and a routine way of behaving. The solar eclipse, Mercury and Uranus activate your sign, which shakes up preconceived ideas. You’ll find a current situation has more flexible options than you thought.

WORD STEP: HEARD, BEARD, BOARD, BOARS, BOORS, BOOTS

TAURUS (APR 21-MAY 21)

Have you been shopping when you should have been saving or paying off debt? If the answer is ‘yes’ then you can expect a financial hiccup this week, as the solar eclipse highlights money matters. It also brings up issues involving your personal values.

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THE RIGHT WAY TO DOWNSIZE It’s hard letting go of treasured possessions, but there are ways to make it easier. WORDS: Tracey Johnstone.

f the process of downsizing or right-sizing to a different sized home is sending you into an emotional whirl, then these practical tips are just what you need to find the pathway forward. Downsizing consultant and owner of Little Miss Organised, Bonnie Black, offers one of the most unexpected places to start resizing. She says start in the kitchen. “It’s the heart of the home and the place we are in most often,” she says. “It’s also a really non-sentimental place to start where you can be objective rather than feel emotional. I mean, who feels emotional about knives and forks? “The reason we start with the kitchen is you can do it in little sections.” She also recommends not starting with sorting through sentimental and memory items. And the same can be said about getting rid of old paperwork. Starting with these items can make the journey overwhelming right from the beginning. When it comes to the family lounge and what to do with that, Ms Black suggests planning out the space of the new home and then setting parameters, rather than trying to assess each piece of furniture and

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Little Miss Organised’s tips to help honour a memory item. • Worried about the money spent? Sell it online. • Think you may need it in the future? Test the theory. Give yourself a deadline and if you have not, say goodbye. then working how to fit it in. “When you start with decluttering you need to see big results fast,” Ms Black says. With sentimental items a reset of your mindset is needed. The trend now is for new and disposable over old, so holding onto memory items for future generations is unlikely to be welcomed by the younger generations. Instead, as decluttering guru Peter Walsh suggests, decide what you need for your new life. Take the approach of going deep and narrow rather than shallow and wide. “We find with the clients they treasure

more of what they have if they have less of it,” Ms Black says. “Take a step back and ignore the fact that something might have belonged to your grandmother and decide: do I really like it, does it fit in with the decor, would I buy it again? If the answer to those questions is no, then why are you holding onto it?” Ms Black’s downsizing and decluttering podcast series can be found at littlehomeorganised.com.au. It offers more answers to some vexing home resizing questions.

• Fixated on the sentimentality of memory associated with the item? Pick a few treasures to keep for display/use. Remember, when everything is unique, nothing is special. • Grappling with your change in identity or a sense of failure? Thank the item for how it served you in the past, accept where you are in the here and now, and provide space for yourself to keep moving forward. By letting go of the old, we are creating space for the new. • Is regret holding you back? Ask yourself this: what is the worst thing that will happen if I let this item go?

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this week’s auctions Thurs, 21 Apr, 5pm

Sat, 23 Apr, 10am

Open from 4:30pm 1/31 Orlando Crescent, Kuluin Gregory Ward 0497 659 029

Open from 9:30am 71 Ferntree Creek Road, Kulangoor Ma O’Grady 0414 317 375

Sat, 23 Apr, 9am

Open from 9:30am 30 Waterway Drive, Bir nya Dan McNamara 0458 010 889

Open from 8:30am 8 Pindari Street, Maroochydore Rowan Woodbine 0497 076 418 Open from 8:30am 22 Bliss Drive, Palmview Taylor Sierp 0402 318 443

Sold prior to auction 51/110 Sixth Avenue, Maroochydore Reuben Park 0413 371 696

Sat, 23 Apr, 11am

Sat, 23 Apr, 12pm

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3 Rosslare Court, Kuluin Mitch Sinclair 0439 206 626 Natalie Tink 0408 439 147

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Open from 9:30am 3/92 Amarina Avenue, Mooloolaba Fiona Rawson 0401 186 261

8 Quambi Place, Buderim Rob Horne 0429 508 705 Sally Horne 0409 561 638

Open from 9:30am 18 Burrows Street, Sippy Downs Jus n Wijaya 0479 135 990

Sat, 23 Apr, 12pm

Sat, 23 Apr, 11am Open from 10:30am 3 Royal Drive, Buderim Rob Horne 0429 508 705 Sally Horne 0409 561 638

Open from 11:30am 25 Tarawa Street, Kawana Island Jus n Wijaya 0479 135 990 Open from 11:30am 14 Palm Drive, Mooloolaba Brent Higgins 0414 775 133

15 Henry Street, Nirimba Dan McNamara 0458 010 889

Sat, 23 Apr, 2pm

Sat, 23 Apr, 1pm

Open from 1:30pm 16 Barwon Street, Currimundi Fiona Rawson 0401 186 261

Open from 12:30pm 2/15 Pindari Street, Maroochydore Rowan Woodbine 0497 076 418

Thurs, 28 Apr, 5pm

Open from 12:30pm 3/205 Bradman Avenue, Maroochydore Brodie Rodgers 0406 501 684

Open from 4:30pm 82 Cogill Road, Buderim Gregory Ward 0497 659 029

Sat, 23 Apr, 2pm

Thurs, 28 Apr, 5:30pm

Open from 1:30pm 407 Ilkley Road, Ilkley Taylor Sierp 0402 318 443 Simon Howe 0418 401 300

Open from 4pm 40 City View Terrace, Nambour Peter Chant 0403 454 413 Alisha Galea 0400 298 611

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22 Alice Street

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3/43 Edward Street

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Sat 11-11:30am

16 Barwon Street

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Sat 1:30-2pm

402/180 Alexandra Parade

2 bed 2 bath 1 car

Sat 11-11:30am

35/6 Mari Street

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Sat 11-11:30am

Diamond Valley

10/6 Mari Street

3 bed 2 bath 1 car

Sat 12-12:30pm

402/180 Alexandra Parade

2 bed 2 bath 1 car

Tues 26th 4-4:30pm

7 Ratcliﬀe Road

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Sat 2-3pm

10/6 Mari Street

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Wed 27th 5-5:30pm

1 Providence Street

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Sat 12-12:30pm

2 Easter Street

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Sat 3-3:30pm

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Sat 9:30-10am

8 Karri Court

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Sat 1:30-2pm

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