My Weekly Preview Issue 873. August 21, 2025

From the editor

The shift to electric vehicles is more than just a trend, it’s a movement reshaping the way we drive.

Here on the Sunshine Coast, it’s gaining momentum every day.

In this issue, we dive deep into the world of EVs with a feature story that explains all the different types – from hybrids to fully electric models – so you can understand what suits your lifestyle and needs.

And we’ve rounded up some of the best local car dealerships, giving you insider tips and guidance to help you find the ideal vehicle.

Whether you’re a first-time EV buyer or looking to upgrade, our guides make the journey to your next car smooth, informed and exciting.

Also in this issue, our 55+ feature has all the latest news and tips to help keep you in top shape. Plus, as always, we bring you right up to date with what’s happening in the region, as well as the best places to eat, drink and play in Local Eats.

Father’s Day is just around the corner, too. But don’t worry, we have you covered with some great gift ideas in our special feature.

Until next week, enjoy the read!

Ingrid Nelson inelson@myweeklypreview.com.au

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Proposed master plan sets out vision for airport development – A master plan for the future development surrounding the Sunshine Coast Airport has been submitted to the state government, with a terminal expansion, hotels and shops among the key goals.

Rare cod among hundreds of fish relocated – More than 680 large fish have been relocated for a $427 million upgrade at Lake Macdonald Dam, including an impressive Mary River cod, listed as endangered.

Upgrade on the way to key intersection near estates – A $4.2 million project is expected to improve safety and traffic flow at a pivotal intersection. Stage 4 of the Camp Flat Road upgrade program will include a revamp of the Whitecross Road junction at Bli Bli.

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SEEKING LONG-TERM, ALL-ROUND PROTECTION

Review offers a suite of measures for Bribie Is. WORDS: Steele Taylor.

Astate government-led review has recommended rebuilding a fractured island off the Sunshine Coast to protect communities on the mainland.

A report by independent analysts International Coastal Management (ICM) and RPS suggested sealing an expansive tidal breakthrough at Bribie Island and reopening the silted Caloundra Bar, among a suite of measures designed to reduce the risk of flooding and damage to coastal areas.

The groups outlined four key long-term recommendations in Part 3 of their review of the island’s erosion.

They included: reinstating the island/ closing the main breakthrough, enhancing the island and Pumicestone Passage for improved resilience; developing and implementing long-term management

pathways; and reassessing environmental zoning and permitting.

Earlier parts of the review prompted a $20 million funding package to address the most-pressing issues in the area.

The recommendations, which have been open for community consultation, have been welcomed by local community group the Pumicestone Passage Catchment Management Body (PPCMB), which is committed to protecting the area.

ICM stated that reinstating the breached section of the island would be a “critical early intervention”.

“This involves a large-scale dredging and nourishment campaign, drawing material from identified sources (for example, the filled Caloundra Bar, internal shoals and other sources) and restoring a target dune width and elevation,” it said.

“Temporary measures, such as sand-filled geotextile containers, may be deployed to stabilise the island while vegetation re-establishes. This approach is not a return to the past but rather a strategic reset to improve tidal conditions, reduce wave energy entering the passage and buy time for more permanent and robust solutions to be implemented.

“Reinstatement is the foundation upon which further enhancements and management will rely on.”

The report suggested a package of longer-term resilience strategies, including multipurpose reefs, artificial headlands, buried walls, ecological restoration (such as oyster and mangrove rehabilitation), channel realignment and dune buffers.

“Reinstating Bribie Island as it once was is not enough to meet future challenges,”it said. “It (the report) proposes a proactive, resilience-focused approach that combines natural processes with targeted structural enhancements to better withstand future storm impacts, sea-level rise and coastal erosion.”

The 45-page document stated that a “shift in mindset” was needed and the island should become a “managed coastal resilience asset”. “This involves defining long-term ownership, responsibility and funding framework and establishing protocols for adaptive maintenance (for example, sediment nourishment, vegetation management, emergency response),” it said.

The report suggested “significant reform” to regulations would be required.

“This recommendation calls for a thorough review of zoning configurations and permitting pathways, with a focus on defining new approval categories, special management areas, or legislative changes that can enable necessary works while respecting environmental values,” it said.

ICM emphasised that the recommendations were “conceptual in nature”.

“They do not constitute final designs but provide a strategic basis for progressing to the next phase of coastal planning, including detailed design, environmental assessment, stakeholder consultation and agency coordination,” it said. “Through ongoing implementation, monitoring and adaptation, these recommendations aim to set a new standard for proactive coastal management in one of Australia’s most dynamic natural systems.”

The PPCMB welcomed the report.

“While detailed designs are yet to be worked out, the PPCMB supports all four recommendations in Report 3,” the group states.

“We need to close breakthrough No.1 and build back a strong barrier island to protect the Caloundra community.

“We need to reopen the old bar in a safe, stable and navigable way, in the vicinity of its traditional location at Bulcock Beach.

“This is also necessary to re-establish water flow and restore the tidal prism to pre-breakthrough conditions, as these were the conditions around which we built our community.”

The PPCMB says enhanced measures will provide safety and reliability at the bar for the Coast Guard and boaties. The group also wants an overseer and reassessment of zoning and permitting.

“A clear management plan and a dedicated management authority for the passage is essential to maintain and sustain a viable barrier island and healthy navigable waterway,” it says.

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A ballooning stomach

Largesse

A formal word that refers to the act of giving away money or the generosity of a person who gives away money. It can also refer to the money that is given away.

In the late 1800s, anatomists discovered that the human stomach could stretch to hold far more than a typical meal – up to about four litres in extreme cases. This elasticity helps us survive feast-or-famine conditions, but it also explains why overeating can cause intense discomfort. The stomach’s muscular walls expand like a balloon, then slowly contract as digestion progresses.

Diluting the truth

In the 19th century, milk was sometimes intentionally diluted with water to increase profits – then coloured with additives such as chalk or plaster to restore its ‘fresh’ look. This practice, common in crowded cities, often caused illness and even death, especially in children. Public outrage over such adulteration helped drive the creation of modern food safety laws and quality standards.

Flying into danger

In 1917, during World War I, the French army faced a severe shortage of carrier pigeons for delivering messages. To solve this, authorities enlisted the help of Parisian taxi drivers, who ferried crates of pigeons to the front lines under fire. These birds often flew through artillery smoke to deliver crucial orders, and their success saved countless lives. One pigeon, nicknamed ‘Le Vaillant’, even received a medal for bravery after completing his mission, despite severe injury.

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The number of points awarded for scoring a try in rugby league.

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ELECTRIC DREAMS BECOMING REALITY

Sunshine Coast motorists are among an increasing number of Australian drivers putting technologically advanced vehicles on shopping lists when taking their budget, use and environment into account. WORDS: Bruce McMahon.

There is a welter of electric cars in Australian showrooms – some 100 models from across the world at last count, from family sedans through workhorses to limousines.

While all are known as EVs (electric vehicles) and are powered full time or part time by electric motors, there is a handful of variants.

Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) rely solely on electric motors and sophisticated batteries charged by outside sources, plus some power regeneration through braking.

Hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) use a combination of internal combustion engine, battery and electric motors.

Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) add the benefit of also charging from external sources.

Range extender electric vehicles (REEVs) use an on-board internal combustion engine running a generator to power all-electric drive.

All offer degrees of motoring smartly in silence.

Most types and brands are sold across the Sunshine Coast, with Tesla (pioneer of 21st century electric motoring) reportedly looking to add a Maroochydore showroom down the track.

The Coast market is known for early adopters, with EVs no exception, Coastline

BMW sales manager Ryan Brown says.

“We’ve seen a shift as people empower themselves through independent research and actively seek clarity, instead of relying on the vast array of sometimes conflicting EV information available online,” Ryan says.

“Year on year, we have seen a significant uptake in electric vehicle upgrades, with a third of all products sold being electric.”

EVs may still be dearer than petrol and diesel vehicles, although a sometimesconfusing stream of Chinese brands has sharpened prices.

Australian demand remains steady. To June this year, all EVs made up 7.7 per cent of total sales; BEVs alone make up 7 per cent of vehicles on the Coast.

Cricks Maroochydore general manager Tony Martin sees a growing understanding of EVs, with customers asking more pertinent questions.

“It’s on people’s shopping lists now,” he

says. “There is a shift from ‘no, I would never entertain an EV’ to ‘tell me a little bit more’.”

Pacific Motor Group’s general manager Alister Eiseman agrees and suggests consumer confidence is stronger, with known brands participating.

“Where (before) you had unknown brands or tech companies, everyday consumers now have confidence that mainstream brands are doing electric cars, confidence in service centres, warranties and the ownership experience,” Alister says.

There remains some buyer hesitancy, yet there’s constant progress with battery technology, better range, more powertrain choices and growing charging networks.

The Sunshine Coast alone has about 20 EV stations.

Like any vehicle choice (petrol, diesel or electric), think budget and intended usage plus environmental considerations.

Lower maintenance and EV running

“There’s a shift from ‘no, I would never entertain an EV’ to ‘tell me a little bit more’”

costs need to be calculated against prices, resale and possible battery replacement costs. Be wary of claimed all-electric range: some fall short in the real world.

Talk to EV owners. Browse professional news sites such as EV Central or the RACQ website.

EV prices range from the $32,000 BYD (Build Your Dreams )Dolphin Essential, the cheapest of the lot in mid-2025 and just below compact rivals such as the GWM Ora and MG4, through to the electric RollsRoyce Specter at $770,000. In between is a swag of family cars, SUVs,utes, vans and sports cars.

While today’s all-electric BEVs may be fine for green credentials and day-to-day motoring around the Coast or up and down to Brisbane, these may not always suit wider needs. And battery-only EVs may need consideration about homecharging infrastructure.

A domestic power point, with correct charging cable, can provide a slow charge – perhaps 10 to 20km of range over an hour. Fast chargers for 40 to 100km an hour need

a dedicated AC charger which could be the most cost-effective, easiest way to charge the family’s EV (cheaper, too, than rapid roadside chargers).

Home chargers plus installation connected to the switchboard on a dedicated circuit can cost between $2000 and $2500. When Wi-Fi connected, there’s the ability to program best charging times, while solar systems and home batteries may help cheaper motoring. Check federal or state subsidies on solar and batteries and talk to licensed electricians.

Roadside rapid chargers can provide at least 150km of range an hour. Commercial fast chargers are found through phone apps such as PlugShare, then using an account with a credit card through AmpCharger, BP Plus, Evie, Chargefox or Jolt. Roadside charging will be more expensive, but quicker, than topping up at home.

Charge connectors depend on the manufacturer and EV model. The European Type 2 is the most common, while Japanese manufacturers use the CHAdeMO. Tesla’s looks like a Type 2, and the Type 1 connector is an American one not widely used here.

Generally, today’s battery-powered EVs can run anywhere between 300 and 400km; some makers claim up to 700km.

For trips out bush and faraway holidays, petrol-electric hybrids and PHEVs are popular in Australia with internal combustion engines taking over from flat batteries.

Some brands now sell ‘super hybrids’: essentially PHEVs, with the promise of extended battery range.

Chery’s PHEV Omada 9 with 34kWh battery and full fuel tank reputedly can range up to 1100km.

Cricks Maroochydore’s Tony Martin notes hybrids’ fuel consumptions have improved markedly in the past three or four years.

“There’s been a dramatic uplift in range and that’s a real game changer,” Tony says.

Some manufacturers hedge bets. The all-new Alfa Romeo Junior is offered as either an all-electric or hybrid model.

The Australian-developed Ford Ranger PHEV has a claimed electric range of 49km, plus power points for tools or camping equipment. It’s a sophisticated machine.

Yet here, as across most showrooms, Chinese rivals such as the GWM Cannon PHEV turn up cheaper and offer more range.

Chinese manufacturers dominate EV conversations with the likes of GWM (Great Wall Motors), BYD and MG having lofty sales ambitions in Australia, aided by cheaper EVs among line-ups. GWM was the seventh-most popular brand on the market to June, and BYD eighth.

Increasing sales volumes aids buyer confidence while some ‘newcomers’ fine-tune cars for local tastes and roads. GWM has an ex-Holden engineer working on suspension details across its diverse line-up.

BYD is growing market share quickly with the hybrid Shark 6 ute leading the way. MG’s range runs from electric compacts to the $100,000 Cyberster sports car. Deepal, an all-electric Chinese brand, opened with four dealerships in late 2024. There will be 14, including the Sunshine Coast, by 2026.

Geely, Chery, Leapmotor, XPeng, Jaecoo and Zeekr fill out today’s cohort of Chinese

EV makers. Chery looks to develop 19 new electric models – HEV, PHEV and REEV –this year.

European, Japanese and Korean EVs are, generally, a tad more expensive, though some may consider ‘mainstream’ manufacturers’ EVs a more comfortable choice over Chinese products (as gadgetladen as those EVs can be).

Toyota’s hybrid RAV4 is a popular SUV, while Suzuki’s new Fronz runs with a mild hybrid system where a lithium battery helps out under stop-starts and acceleration.

Meanwhile, Nissan uses REEV modes: its e-Power system for the likes of Qashqai, and X-Trail models use a small petrol engine to run a generator to supply electric power for the wheels.

Hyundai and Kia offer well-regarded EVs (Hyundai’s latest hybrid i30 runs a claimed 3.9 litres per 100km), while the Swedish all-electric brand Polestar (with claimed battery ranges up to 700km) is among premium sales leaders alongside BMW. Tesla remains, if a little dinged by politics, the most popular BEV in Queensland.

With ever-widening choices available on the Coast, finding the right fuel-saving EV depends on budget and usage.

Do the homework and the sums.

Check resale values in an ever-changing world of prices and technology.

And remember: BEVs may best suit local motoring, while HEVs and PHEVs may provide more confidence if venturing further afield on a regular basis.

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ART IN MOTION

A spectacular fusion of sculptural art and fashion, the Australian Wearable Art Festival is a unique event where designers and artists showcase breath-taking wearable art pieces on an impressive 27 metre-long catwalk. The festival concluded its highly anticipated fifth event last Saturday night, with 11 awards being handed out.

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GROWING FRESH SKILLS

Teens are reaping the benefits of a farm program. WORDS: Caitlin Zerafa.

Just 14 weeks into a community project to enrich and benefit the lives of disengaged teenage boys, the first crop of homegrown vegetables has been harvested.

The Teens Take Control Food Harvest program, in partnership with endED, provides hands-on learning experiences to instil boys aged between 12 and 15 with practical, workforce and real-life skills.

As part of the program, the boys have been planting and tending crops at the Food Harvest farm, ready to hand over produce to the Urban Angels Community Kitchen. The donated vegetables will help Urban Angels in its mission to provide more than 12,000 meals per month to residents in need of food.

Teens Take Control social programs coordinator Danny Middleton says the first harvest went “absolutely fantastic”.

“The amazing thing is that the soil was only turned 14 weeks ago and these boys are already producing good-quality food that’s going out into the community to people who need it,” he says.

“We are succession planting here, so every couple of weeks we keep growing.

“It’s just the start.”

The first harvest included sugarloaf cabbage, broccoli and lettuce, while crops of tomatoes, potatoes, cauliflower, onions, carrots and beetroot continue to grow for a future harvest.

Mr Middleton says while the program is growing fresh produce in the physical sense, it is also helping the teens develop skills they can carry through life.

“These boys are growing work skills, life skills and skills they can pass on to their families and other community members,” he says.

“I’ve seen the growth in the boys since we started out here to where we are now.

“They are taking a big interest in it and they know that what they are doing is benefiting the community and it’s a very proud moment for them, too.

“And they get to take some of the produce home and say, ‘Look what I grew’.

“The beauty of this project is that it’s not just about getting disengaged kids

engaged, it’s giving them a pathway to productively participate in the community. Plus, you then have the community that is benefiting from the produce, so it’s a win-win for everyone.”

Mr Middleton says the project is about social inclusion, and Teens Take Control will continue to sow the seeds of change with plans to help other disadvantaged groups participate in programs.

He is also thanking the Sunshine Coast

community for its generosity and support so far: “I’ve done work like this in three different communities and I’ve never witnessed such amazing community organisation and business generosity.

“It’s unbelievable the community support that has got behind this project, and I just want to thank everyone for the overwhelming support.

“Look what we’ve achieved in 14 weeks. With more time and more budget, I can only imagine how we can grow.”

PUTTING FOOD ON TABLES

A major grant will help a Coast charity provide the most vulnerable in our community with everyday staples.

ASunshine Coast food charity is benefitting from a $100,500 funding boost that will help provide essential food to more than 1000 families over the next six months.

The grant is thanks to the Buderim Foundation Thompson Charitable Fund and will help the volunteer-run Gateway Care Food Centre.

Since 2023 the fund has contributed $302,000 to the organisation.

Buderim Foundation chair Rick Woods says the grant will support those Coast residents experiencing homelessness,

poverty and domestic violence.

Gateway Care managing director Tom Lew says the food centre spends about $15,000 a week on food to help ensure families in need have access to everyday staples.

“This is vital help for families struggling because of the rising cost-ofliving crisis,” Mr Lew says.

The Buderim Foundation has distributed more than $1 million in Thompson Fund grants since 2021.

Find Gateway Care via gatewaycare.org. au or the Buderim Foundation at buderimfoundation.org.au.

TRIBUTES FLOW FOR MCARDLE

Leaders from across Queensland have paid tribute to former Caloundra MP and minister Mark McArdle.

Mr McArdle died, aged 68, on August 14.

He represented his electorate from 2004-2020 and held senior roles, including Leader of the Queensland Parliamentary Liberal Party, Deputy Leader of the LNP and Minister for Energy and Water Supply.

He has been remembered as a dedicated public servant, community champion and gentleman.

“Queensland is poorer for the passing of Mark McArdle,” Premier David Crisafulli says. “Mark loved his Caloundra community and his deep connections remained right up until his passing. I witnessed how much his responsibilities meant to him. He was always well prepared

and made each decision on the basis of what was right for Queensland, free from political consequences. I extend my deepest condolences to Mark’s wife Judy, his family and friends.”

Caloundra MP Kendall Morton also paid tribute: “Mark was very well loved and respected by the electorate.

“He was captivating and I’ll be forever grateful he was with me on my own election night, running the tally room.”

Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli says Mr McArdle’s legacy “is deeply connected to the Sunshine Coast”.

“Mark’s unwavering commitment to community helped shape a region that values a sense of belonging,” she says.

Federal MP Andrew Wallace visited Mr McArdle, who was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2013, at hospital the evening before he died: “Even in those final moments, it was poignant to reflect on a lifetime of service, his warmth, generosity and good humour.

“Mark was a good man with good values, especially to the LNP, and a steadfast believer in serving his community with honesty, integrity and dedication.

“A proud local, he was a fierce advocate for his community and a tireless champion for the Sunshine Coast, especially the electorate of Caloundra. Queensland has lost a true gentleman.”

Delivering The Wave

As well as delivering The Wave, a state-of-the-art congestion busting public transport system, here are some of the ways the new Queensland Government is delivering for the Sunshine Coast:

Delivering a new Police Beat in Nambour and Safe Night Precinct in Noosa

Delivering more health workers, including 78 new doctors

Building a TAFE Centre of Excellence for construction trades

Upgrading local sports clubs and schools

Opening a new school in Caloundra South

Constructing the Mooloolah River Interchange.

Find out what else we’re delivering for you.

Delivering for Queensland

Hard Hits – Ian Laver

Following the success of Deadly Sins, Sunshine Coast fiction writer Ian Laver has published his second collection of short stories called Hard Hits. These stories explore the lives of the good and the bad as the characters are forced into making tough decisions about weakness and strength, love and hate, darkness and light. Each story is a page-turning gem enticing the reader to devour the next.

REAL PAGE TURNERS

Looking for a new book to lose yourself, your next book club suggestion or something to add to the home library? Check out some of the latest reads not to be missed.

Before the Coffee Gets Cold –

Toshikazu Kawaguchi, translated by Geoffrey Trousselot

In a small back alley in Tokyo, there is a coffee shop that offers its customers the chance to travel back in time. The story follows four characters who want to confront the man who left them, receive a letter from their husband whose memory has been taken by early-onset Alzheimer's, to see their sister one last time, and to meet the daughter they never had the chance to know. But the journey into the past does come with risks and they must return to the present before the coffee gets cold.

More Poems and Prose to Please – Max McDonald

A former printer with a passion for art and poetry has released his latest labour of love. More Poems and Prose to Please is Max McDonald’s second poetry book, containing a charming collection of words and artwork. It follows the release of Please Enjoy My Poems and Prose in July 2024. The books are stocked at The Maleny Bookshop.

The Wedding People –Alison Espach

Phoebe Stone arrives at a grand beachside hotel in Rhode Island, wearing her best dress and least-comfortable shoes. She is mistaken for one of the wedding people, but she's actually the only guest at the Cornwall Inn who isn't there for the big event. When the bride discovers her elaborate destination wedding could be ruined by a divorced and depressed stranger, she is furious. Soon, both women find their best-laid plans derailed and an unlikely confidante in one another.

COMMUNITY NOTES

Male choir welcomes newcomers

The Buderim Male Choir invites any member of the public to head along to the Buderim Men’s Shed at Kuluin on Mondays at 1.30pm and have a listen to the singers in action. The choir also welcomes new members. “You don’t have to be a good singer or to read music to join our choir,” choir president Barry Leigh says. “All you need is an enjoyment of music and we’ll have you singing in no time.”

My Hometown art exhibition

Talented Friends Gallery at Caloundra is hosting Korean master artist Lee Taek-gu for his exhibition, My Hometown, from August 21-27. Taek-gu is also a teacher, art professor, gallery owner and supporter of artists worldwide. Visit the gallery at 4/8

Ormuz Avenue, Caloundra, between 9am and 4pm. Entry is free. Find Talented Friends Art on Facebook. Stamp Club meeting and fair Caloundra Stamp Club’s next meeting is on August 28 from 12.30pm at Bellvista Meeting Place, 18 Lomond Crescent, Bellvista. New members and visitors are welcome. The club will hold its 45th annual stamp fair on August 30 from 8.30am-3.30pm at Kawana Community Hall in Nanyima Street, Buddina. There will be club books, a bargain table, sale by tender and prizes, plus four dealers attending. For more information, call Catherine on 0406 018 456.

Sewing

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The Guilded Lilies Sewing Group meets on the last Saturday of every month. The next meeting is on August 30 at the Masonic Hall on Moorindal Street, Tewantin, from 9am to 3pm. Everyone is welcome to head along, meet new friends and learn skills, with all handcrafts welcome, including hand and machine sewing, dressmaking, quilting and embroidery. For more details, call Angela on 0408 068 148.

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Brendan Hogan Wishlist CEO

Growing up in country Victoria, August was always a month of promise, knowing spring was just around the corner – and with it, the shift toward longer, warmer days.

For me, this time of year still evokes the smell of cut grass on Lord Nelson Oval and happy memories of good mates with a Sherrin AFL football in hand – 10 on the left, 10 on the right, drop and do 20 push-ups if you shanked the kick or dropped the mark.

Importantly, it heralded the start of finals in winter sports: AFL, netball and hockey. Finals were about so much more than just the teams – it was whole towns with eyes on the prize. It was about community. Everyone counted in. Everyone on board.

That same sense of inclusion is at the heart of what we do at Wishlist. We work

hard to ensure everyone feels part of the generosity that supports our health service – from patients and families to the incredible staff who care for them.

That spirit also comes alive with this change of season at our annual Wishlist Spring Carnival: our signature fundraising lunch. This year’s event is particularly special. It marks the beginning of a bold, $1 million fundraising goal over the next 12 months – all to ensure that vital health services are available right here, close to home.

It’s a call to action for us to again dig deep to unite, to include, to give. That’s because when we come together as a community, we make a real difference in people’s lives.

So, as we step into a new season, I invite you to focus on the things that unite us. Celebrate the moments that include – whether it’s through sport, friendship or giving. That’s where real magic happens.

22-24 AUGUST

CARAVAN AND OUTDOOR EXPO

A quarter-of-a-million Queenslanders can’t be wrong: the RV lifestyle is booming, and the Let’s Go Sunshine Coast Caravan & Outdoor Expo is the place to join them. Over three jam-packed days, Nambour Showgrounds will become a hub for caravanning, camping and outdoor adventure. With more than 100 exhibitors, expert towing master classes, live music, bush cooking demonstrations, working dog displays and reptile encounters, there’s something of interest for all ages. One lucky visitor will take home the $13,300 Ultimate Adventure Pack.

When: Friday, August 22 – Sunday, August 24, 9am-5pm (until 4pm on Sunday). Where: Nambour Showgrounds, 80 Coronation Avenue, Nambour.

Tickets: From $14, via caravanqld.com. au/show/lets-go-sunshine-coast-caravanoutdoor-expo/

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There’s loads to explore and plenty to do on the Coast. Pop these fun events into your

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PUMICESTONE

ROCKS FESTIVAL

Pelican Water’s ultimate mini festival is back for 2025. And it’s going to be bigger and better this year. There will be children’s activities, food trucks, a bar and four local bands to keep you dancing. So, pack your picnic blankets, grab a feed from one of the food vendors, and kick back in the sun for an afternoon of live music and fun.

When: Sunday, September 14, 11am-4pm. Where: Central Park, Spitfire Banks Drive, Pelican Waters.

Tickets: $15 adults (free for 12 years and under), via getsafeticket.com.au/n03b5

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SEPTEMBER

BIG LOVE FESTIVAL

Big Love Festival returns to Chenrezig Institute for a weekend of music, mindfulness and community. The three-day program blends ancient Buddhist wisdom with contemporary creativity, offering meditation, live music, art, movement and familyfriendly activities. Performers include Katie Noonan, Tenzin Choegyal and Eliza Hull, with workshops from respected teachers, and Tibetan monks crafting a sacred sand mandala on-site.

When: Friday, September 5 – Sunday, September 7, 9am-9pm daily.

Where: Chenrezig Institute, 33 Johnsons Road, Eudlo.

Tickets: Day pass $75, three-day pass $200, via chenrezig.com.au/ biglovefestival

Gig guide guide

FRIDAY, AUGUST 22

Mark Wilkinson, Eumundi Brewery, 7pm

Michael Larkin, Nick’s Pizza Co, Caloundra, 5pm

Chris Ramsey, Caloundra RSL, 3.30pm

Rhys Coventry, Alex Surf Club, 4pm

Janice, Caloundra Power Boat Club, 7pm

DJ Scott Browne, Palmwoods Hotel, 8pm

DJ Beatz, Beerwah Hotel, 9pm

Marco, Cooroy RSL, 6pm.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 23

Battle of the Bands, The Presynct, Nambour, 7pm

Broadway in the Hangar, Queensland Air Museum, Caloundra, 6pm

Candlelight Queen Tribute, Flaxton Gardens, 8pm

Making Waves, Brouhaha Baringa, 4pm

Drama Queen, Caloundra Power Boat Club, 7pm

Leonard Cohen Tribute, The Events Centre, Caloundra, 2.30pm

Grace Spinks, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm

Chris Ramsey, Alex Surf Club, 4pm.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 24

The Ultimate Creedence, Woombye Pub, 3pm

Acoustic Guitar Spectacular, Eudlo Hall, 4pm

Shane Wilkinson, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 2pm

Ben Worthington, Maroochy RSL, 5pm.

* All events were correct at time of printing.

Local eats

Chef’s talk

Q: Describe your cooking style or the cuisine you specialise in.

A: My style is heavily influenced by my Italian background, and travelling around Europe has inspired my cooking, combining innovation with tradition.

Q: What is your favourite dish on the menu right now?

A: My favourite dish is on the Noosa Reds Dinner (taking place August 27) menu at Park & Cove: my tortelli with spanner crab meat, with crab butter and Noosa Red tomato.

Q: Do you have a favourite local ingredient to work with?

A: My favorite local ingredient is seafood, especially spanner crab and tuna from Mooloolaba, because of the fantastic quality and adaptability to use in any dish.

Q: What do you love most about your role?

A: I love what I do because I enjoy the everyday challenges. After having my own restaurant for 10 years, I can start a new chapter and new culinary adventure at Park & Cove.

Q: What do you love to cook at home?

A: At home, I love cooking on the barbecue and making spaghetti carbonara (the Italian way) for my son.

Taste what’s new at Funky Wok, as this month we’re introducing vibrant new dishes and cocktails to our menu. Book a table for 5pm or 5.30pm (Tuesday to Thursday) and receive 10 per cent off your bill (not available for walk-ins). Join us for the Father’s Day set menu, featuring our new 1.1kg Tomahawk Steak dish and a complimentary tap beer or wine for dad, for $69pp (minimum four people). Bookings are essential.

Shop 1/180 Alexandra Parade, Alexandra Headland, 5478 1478, funkywok.com.au

Sweet dreams are made of this! For a limited time only in Arrows Bistro at The Bower Tree, in the heart of Sippy Downs, indulge in a delicious $5 pavlova that tastes like sunshine. It has a fluffy meringue, clouds of cream and fresh seasonal fruit, available for lunch, Monday to Wednesday, with any main meal purchase. Book a table, relax and treat yourself. Members only, while stocks last. T&Cs apply.

10 Courage Street, Sippy Downs, 5450 4288, thebowertree.com.au

Park & Cove is turning up the heat in celebration of its second anniversary, serving a $55 spicepacked set menu every Friday and Saturday from 6.30pm. Expect winter warmers such as grilled chorizo with smoked hot honey, charred Mooloolaba prawns, ancho chilli-rubbed porterhouse, smoked sweet potato mash, and hot-honey roasted figs with wattleseed brittle.

For an extra $20, pair your feast with fiery cocktails, including a Chilli Gin Fizz, Native Negroni Heat and Fire & Ice Margarita. With live DJs setting the vibe, it’s a winter celebration designed to warm you from the inside out.

Park & Cove Noosa, 33a Viewland Drive, Noosa Heads, 5455 2209, parkandcovenoosa.com.au

On Saturday, September 6, at King’s Beach Bar, we’re joining The Hidden Sea Wines and the Met Caloundra Surf Club for the Cali Coastal Cleanup. From 10am, locals and visitors can join the crew to help clean up our beautiful coastline and raise money for the Met Caloundra Surf Club Nippers, while also helping The Hidden Sea pull more plastic bottles from the ocean. Followed by cold drinks, fresh eats and kids’ entertainment at Kings Beach Bar, this is a great day out for the whole family. Bring the kids and your friends, as this is a day for the community to come together. There’ll be giveaways, prizes and plenty of feel-good moments along the way. So, grab your sunnies, rally your mates and make a wave of difference. The ocean and your favourite bar will thank you. Meet us at 10am at Kings Beach Bar to register.

Kings Beach Bar, 1/8 Levuka Avenue, Kings Beach, 5341 8475.

Cotton Tree Beach Bar, Shop 2, 13-15 The Esplanade, Maroochydore, 3132 8484. Coolum Beach Bar, 1768 David Low Way, (Coolum Baywatch Apartments) Coolum Beach, 5471 2917.

Nestled within the serene Pelican Waters Resort, Waterlilies Restaurant offers unforgettable dining experiences with a diverse menu to satisfy every craving. Delight in authentic Southeast Asian flavours, expertly prepared with fresh, local ingredients. For a casual meal, try our Birdie Box pizzas, crafted for the perfect bite, or explore our variety of dishes catering to all dietary preferences. Indulge in our exquisite seven-course degustation meal in the luxurious Marble Room, or treat yourself to our unique Thai high tea, featuring a delightful selection of savoury and sweet treats. Waterlilies also offers a variety of breakfast, lunch, coffee and cake options.

Waterlilies Restaurant Pelican Waters Resort, 38 Mahogany Drive, Pelican Waters, 5437 4666, pelicanwatersresort.com.au

ADOGGED COMPLIANCE HEALING MIND WITH BODY

Ashley Robinson says you can count on the society’ to get away with causing nuisance the rest of us pay for minor infringements.

couple of weeks ago, I was on about caravans and campervans parked indefinitely on the side of the road and I must say I got some interesting comments from people.

The result, though, was that nothing can be done unless there is a rule change by Sunshine Coast Council (which I would think would be highly unlikely). So, it seems, the column was a waste of space.

It did flush out some observations around the Coast about other annoying things – like the poor lady who was fined for not having her dog under control. She says the only thing she was guilty of was not having it tethered correctly, even though it was annoying no one. It’s a bit like the people fined for having their foot on the dog lead rather than holding on to it.

Now, there are always two sides to a story and the truth lands somewhere in the middle. But surely, even if it is only half-true, council officers can exercise some common sense.

I can point out on any given day dog owners who deserved to be fined, where their dogs are actually causing drama to others and are not properly tethered.

On a completely different tangent, we are becoming a very self-centred community – whether it be caravans and boats on the side of the road or Fluffy the emu in Nambour which upset someone riding their horse (last time I checked, the horse is not native to Australia). What really stands out to me is that we are becoming a ‘123 society’: me first, second and third and bugger the rest of you.

I mention this because a couple of Sundays ago, I was walking my dog George (under control at the time) and I could hear doof-doof music. My first thoughts were a party that had continued on through the night. But it turned out to be a coffee shop with a DJ at breakfast time. Are you serious?

A bunch of Lycra-clad folk was dancing away, right under a bunch of high-rise apartments, with zero regard to residents. It doesn’t really impact me, but I have to wonder what the residents of those buildings thought about an early morning disco. A dog not tethered correctly but not bothering anyone (allegedly) getting the owner a $800 fine seems excessive to me while Snoop Dog is pumping out a whole bunch of nuisance at 6.30am – 123 it is!

WStephens believes we should be taking a approach to health, rather than separating mental and physical aspects.

hen will we embrace the notion that the brain and the body are intrinsically linked – that there’s little delineation between mental and physical health. Isn’t it all just health?

Not yet, it seems.

We talk about mental illness as if it is this strange invasion of the brain that we either have or have not got. But sicknesses in the mind can be akin to those in the body. There are degrees of it. Some afflictions temporarily knock us about; others render us useless for prolonged periods or for good. There should be no shame. For illnesses and injuries of the mind, just like the body, we sometimes need help to heal.

US author John Steinbeck wrote: “A sad soul can kill you quicker, far quicker, than a germ.” Truer words were never written.

I am surprised that we still often speak in blushed, hushed tones when our minds are under the weather. I am also perplexed that we still hesitate to share if we are feeling mental effects from physical illness, injury or trauma, but are happy to say we have a cold, a cut or a broken bone.

If you get hurt and the brakes are applied on your active life, of course you are

going to feel blue. If you give birth to a child – one of the most physically traumatic things a woman can go through – the adjustments for the mind are as real as for the body.

The heartbreak of losing a loved one has physical effects, just as a heart attack or stroke have mental effects. But medically and socially, they are not approached like that – and it is time they were.

A person diagnosed with a major physical disease should be offered help for the inherent burden this puts on their mind. Taking care of physical health helps your mind. Taking care of mental health helps with your physical self, including sleep, motivation and food choices.

Since 2023, patients considering a cosmetic procedure such as a facelift, nose job or liposuction must undergo mandatory psychological screening. If they show signs of a potential underlying psychological condition – such as body dysmorphia – they are referred to a psychologist, psychiatrist or GP for further evaluation. Weirdly, weightloss surgery does not require screening yet. Health is not simply the absence of illness, just as wellbeing incorporates the mind as well as the body. They are one.

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

MOMENTUM BUILDS

Research and data behind the planned mass transit system for the Coast are being gathered. WORDS: Steele Taylor.

nvironmental surveys are well underway for a multi-billion-dollar rail project on the Sunshine Coast, with experts gathering ground data and local knowledge to shape its design.

Investigations are being conducted at various locations between Beerwah and Birtinya, where a 26km dual track is expected to be constructed before the 2032 Olympics.

The project team is engaging with the public to gather insights and hear concerns. The rail line is the key component of the planned mass transit system The Wave, which is also expected to feature metro buses between Birtinya and Sunshine Coast Airport.

A Department of Transport and Main Roads spokesperson says ongoing site surveys and investigations are crucial precursors to construction of the track.

“The Wave is a transformative project that will improve connectivity, reduce travel times and support the Sunshine Coast’s growth. This work is essential to inform the project’s reference design and environmental approvals,” they say.

The current focus is on geotechnical investigations, flora and fauna and ecological communities, fauna habitat and movement corridors, wetlands, waterways, floodplain and groundwater areas of soft soils, former landfill sites and acid sulphate soils, heritage and noise and vibration.

“Our survey and investigation work began during the business case phase in 2023. It’s important to collect a range of data over multiple seasons to build a comprehensive understanding of the

proposed rail corridor and its surrounds,” the spokesperson said.

“These insights are key to shaping the project’s design and ensuring it properly considers and is sensitive to the local environment.

“Qualified specialists are working across various environments within and around the proposed corridor to gather important information about ground conditions, water quality, flora and fauna and heritage.”

The surveying has largely involved non-invasive site investigations, with most work carried out on state- and councilowned land such as road reserves.

“To ensure the safety of workers, road users and the community, temporary lane closures and reduced speed limits may be in place at some locations,” the spokesperson said. “We will continue to keep nearby residents informed and provide advance notice before any activity takes place. We appreciate the community’s patience and cooperation as we carry out these important early investigations.”

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Where do you live? Coolum Beach. Can you tell us about your family? I have three kids, all in Sydney, although my son Ben spent a little over 18 months up here helping with the business and has now returned.

Favourite location on the Coast? I love the steak and vibe at Market Bistro, Maroochydore, and you can’t go wrong with any restaurant along Noosa River. There’s too many good ones! The revamped Pier 33, Mooloolaba, gets a mention for great food and cocktails.

Which local person inspires you? Peppi Bueti has really helped me and my business a lot since I moved to the Sunshine Coast. He’s well connected, a great networker and very approachable.

Favourite local business? Sunshine Coast Turf Club, because it’s the ‘sport of kings’ and I own a few horses. I love a day (and night) out at Corbould Park. Best thing about living on the Sunshine Coast? The people by far are the best. Most people come from somewhere else and they are super keen to help out in any way they can. The Coast is a classic case of ‘you get out what you put in’ and the support we’ve had since we started the business has been incredible. How long have you been a Chamber member? We joined three years ago and love attending networking events.

BECOME A MEMBER

Call: 5370 1702 or visit: maroochy.org

Adam Mercer

What’s the best thing about being a Chamber member? The great networking opportunities it provides. Everyone is friendly and keen to share ideas and connections which has proven to be invaluable.

Favourite ChamberCast with the President and Pep? Ashley Robinson. He’s down to earth and there were a lot of things I liked about him in his mayoral campaign. He’s a genuine bloke who cares for his community.

Favourite Chamber event? Around 18 months ago, the Chamber held a networking and wine-tasting event at BBC Digital on Aerodrome Road, Maroochydore. Networking and wine are two of my favourite things and the event had a great vibe and incredibly uplifting people in attendance.

How can the Sunshine Coast be improved? Ocean Street has so much potential but it really needs a facelift – please! We also need more hotel accommodation.

What excites you about the future of our region? The upcoming 2032 Olympics and the events to be held here will change the face of our region. It’s an exciting time to live here.

Favourite holiday destination?

Delray Beach in Florida. However, I’d like to go to Tuscany, Italy.

FATHER’S DAY GIFTS

Special Father’s Day offer – spend $100 in Chaps on Country Road and go in the draw to win a bag and hat (see in store for terms and conditions).

Now stocking Joe Black Suits.

47 Bulcock Street, Caloundra 5491 1137

FATHER’S DAY FEAST

This Father’s Day, be dad’s favourite – treat him to a feast and a Dad Bag! Enjoy our Korean BBQ glazed beef brisket – perfectly paired with crispy onion rings, golden chips and a fresh salad – all for just $30 (members’ price). Plus, with every Father’s Day special purchased, dad will score a FREE sample Dad Bag! Bring the whole family – kids eat free for Sunday lunch and PK the Magician will keep them entertained while you relax on Sunday, September 7, at Maroochy RSL. Book online or call our friendly reception team on 5443 2211. T&Cs apply, while stocks last.

GIFT OF SERENITY

Treat your dad this Father’s Day with the ultimate gift of rest and relaxation. One of our highly experienced therapists will tailor the treatment to provide the highest-quality massage that is sure to melt away the stress of the daily grind and leave him feeling revived and rejuvenated. The remedial neck, shoulders and back massage is $80 for 45 minutes.

Magic Massage, 5479 3698, magicmassagemaroochydore.com

TA new era in motoring

he electric shift is sparking change across the Sunshine Coast, so it’s no longer unusual to see EVs gliding along Nicklin Way or charging quietly at new stations dotted from Caloundra to Noosa.

From compact runarounds to sleek SUVs and luxury sedans, electric cars are becoming a familiar sight.

With charging infrastructure expanding rapidly, the Coast is firmly plugged into Australia’s larger EV story. The drivers behind the switch are clear: lower running costs, cleaner air, and a shared commitment to protecting our stunning natural environment.

For locals, the shift is about more than

just swapping petrol for power – it’s about reimagining how we move, connect and live in a region where lifestyle and sustainability go hand in hand. Families are weighing up whether their next car should be hybrid or fully electric, and commuters are embracing the quiet efficiency of batterypowered vehicles

But with so many acronyms – EV, PHEV, HEV – and so much choice, we know it can feel confusing.

In this special electric vehicle feature, some of the region’s top car dealerships at the front line of this transition highlight some of the best models on the market to help you decide which one might be the perfect fit for you.

Renault finds new Coast home

In a move set to reshape the local automotive landscape, the well-known family-owned team at Maroochydore GWM has become the official new home for Renault sales, service and parts on the Sunshine Coast.

Long recognised for its community focus and customer-first approach, the dealership has now taken over sales and service for Coast residents looking to enjoy one of Europe’s most forwardthinking brands.

The change arrives at a time when demand for hybrid and electric vehicles is accelerating, and Renault’s new range could not be better timed.

Renault’s legacy in Europe spans more than a century, but its latest chapter is firmly focused on the future, merging sustainable design choices with sleek, modern styling.

The brand has moved well beyond the outdated perception of plain, uninspired models, embracing innovation that speaks to environmental responsibility and driver appeal.

The Megane E-Tech EV leads the way, designed from the ground up with ecoconscious drivers in mind.

The cabin incorporates more than 28

kilograms of recycled plastics, including seating fabrics made entirely from recycled bottles.

Up to 90 per cent of the vehicle’s materials, including the battery, are recyclable at the end of their life.

It’s a model that showcases how thoughtful design can enhance sustainability without compromising comfort or style.

For those looking for a more rugged, versatile option, the newly arrived Renault Duster hybrid offers small-SUV practicality with a dash of adventure.

Built with everyday use in mind, it features anti-scratch exterior panels containing recycled materials and a tough, yet contemporary, design.

It feels equally at home navigating suburban streets or heading up the Bruce Highway for a weekend escape.

It’s not just Renault’s passenger vehicles that have had an ecofriendly update.

The long-loved companion of many commercial fleets, the Renault Kangoo, now includes a fully electric option in its E-Tech variant.

This 100 per cent electric solution gives small business owners and

tradespeople the opportunity to cut running costs and emissions.

Globally recognised for its practicality and quiet efficiency, the Kangoo E-Tech proves that going electric does not have to mean sacrificing capability.

Each of these new Renaults answers a different need for local drivers looking to make a greener and more economical choice:

• Megane E-Tech EV: ideal for techsavvy drivers who value sustainable design and a premium feel in a compact, easy-to-park package

• Duster: suited to families, outdoor enthusiasts and those who want a capable SUV that can handle school drop-offs and weekend adventures

• Kangoo E-Tech: perfect for local businesses aiming to operate more sustainably while keeping the flexibility and load space needed for day-to-day work.

With more hybrid and electric models set to arrive soon, the team is excited that local buyers will have more choices in the hybrid and EV market without having to travel to Brisbane.

Existing Renault owners also benefit, with a convenient and grounded new business focused on delivering the kind of family-owned service that local drivers

value, serving a host of existing owners who already know and love the brand.

Dealer principal and owner Paul Reeman believes Renault’s renewed focus on bringing a wider range of hybrid and EV vehicles to market also reflects a broader shift in the region’s motoring culture.

As more drivers embrace the benefits of hybrid and electric vehicles, including

reduced emissions, quieter performance and lower running costs, brands such as Renault that prioritise sustainable innovation are set to play a key role in shaping the future of local roads.

While the dealership is carrying on the legacy of providing an international brand to the Coast, its approach remains grounded in local values.

Known for building long-term relationships with customers, supporting community events and providing reliable after-sales care, the team is committed to ensuring the Renault ownership experience here matches the best of what the brand offers globally.

For Coast drivers, this partnership represents more than just a new badge on the showroom floor.

It is an opportunity to explore vehicles that combine European style, eco-friendly thinking and practical features designed for Australian conditions.

The new Renault range is on display now at Sunshine Coast Renault, just off Maroochydore Road, offering locals the chance to see first-hand how the brand’s design, technology and sustainability come together.

Whether it is the modern elegance of the Megane E-Tech EV, the go-anywhere confidence of the Duster, or the businessready efficiency of the Kangoo E-Tech, Renault’s fresh line-up is ready to meet the needs of local drivers, today and into the future.

Toyota models are leading the charge in electrified driving

If you’ve ever associated Toyota with electric vehicles, there’s a good reason why. Australia’s No.1 retail automotive brand has a proud history of innovation, putting hybrid-electric technology on the map and building a reputation for reliability that extends to every vehicle in its range, including electric.

In 2001, Toyota became the first brand in Australia to launch a mainstream hybrid: the Toyota Prius. What began as a curiosity quickly became a popular choice, especially as fuel prices began to rise.

As Toyota’s hybrid technology advanced, it was introduced across many of the brand’s most popular passenger and SUV models, including the Camry, RAV4, Kluger, Corolla, C-HR and Yaris Cross.

Australians embraced hybrids for their proven reliability, impressive fuel savings and low-maintenance service plans – a combination that made Toyota’s hybrid electric vehicles a standout choice.

By mid-2021, Toyota had sold more than 200,000 hybrid-electric vehicles in Australia, driven by the success of favourites such as the RAV4, Corolla and Camry.

Its EV journey reached a new milestone in 2024 with the launch of Toyota’s first fully battery-electric vehicle: the bZ4X. With performance, range and charging upgrades due

later this year, the bZ4X is positioned to become an even stronger contender in Australia’s growing EV market.

Today, Toyota’s commitment to lowering emissions is stronger than ever. Its multi-pathway strategy means that while continuing to develop advanced battery-electric drivetrains, it is also improving hybrid efficiency, introducing new plug-in hybrid models (such as the RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid arriving next year), optimising battery-electric vehicles, expanding hydrogen fuel-cell technology (including the Toyota Mirai) and rolling out 48-Volt V-Active technology across select 4x4 models.

By the end of this year, more than half of Toyota’s Australian sales is expected to come from electrified vehicles. These will consist of a mix of hybrid-

electric, battery-electric and V-Active equipped models. And Toyota isn’t stopping there. From pioneering hydrogen-powered vehicles to refining hybrid and batteryelectric options, the brand remains committed to delivering cleaner, smarter mobility for all Australians, now and well into the future.

Visit sunshinetoyota.com.au for a test drive.

Sleek styling draws inspiration from ocean

The world’s largest new-energy vehicle brand, BYD, raised the bar for electric SUVs earlier this year. The BYD Sealion 7 officially arrived at BYD Sunshine Coast, part of Australia’s largest BYD retail network: EVDealer Group.

This pure electric SUV is now available to experience on the Coast, delivering sleek sophistication, cutting-edge technology and exhilarating performance.

Drawing inspiration from the fluid lines of the ocean, the Sealion 7’s sleek silhouette and aerodynamic profile give it a sporty, yet elegant, presence. The extended wheelbase not only enhances road stance and stability, but also unlocks a generous and airy cabin space, ensuring that style and practicality go hand in hand.

Under the sculpted exterior lies BYD’s revolutionary Blade Battery technology, engineered for safety, durability and performance. The flagship Performance AWD model sprints from 0-100kmh in just 4.5 seconds, with a top speed of 215kmh, while delivering an impressive 450-plus kilometre driving range on a single charge

The Sealion 7 also features iTAC (Intelligent Torque Adaption Control): a next-generation system that dynamically allocates torque for optimal grip and handling The result? A smooth, secure and

Adaptive cruise control, Lane Keep Assist, automatic emergency braking and a 360-degree camera system come as standard, ensuring that safety is as central to the experience as performance.

Step inside and you’re greeted by a cabin that blends premium materials with smart design. Quilted Nappa leather seats offer luxurious support, while vegan leather covers more than 80 per cent of the interior for a refined, sustainable finish. A panoramic sunroof floods the space with natural light, and BYD’s vehicle-to-load functionality means you can power devices, camping gear or even home appliances directly from your car Visit evdealergroup-byd.com.au or follow @evdealergroup on Instagram.

For everyday use or a zombie apocalypse

If recent years have taught us that the world can be unpredictable. whether you’re navigating peak-hour a long weekend getaway or a apocalypse, Kia’s electric (EV electric (HEV) range is built for and anything life throws your

The experienced Pacific Kia Maroochydore team members Sunshine Coast electric car exp help you make the switch confidently EV or HEV? – The real reasons to consider a Kia EV or HEV is about lowering your running costs, having instant acceleration and performance, and then reducing emissions.

for stargazing in the wild, built-in coolboxes to keep supplies fresh, and driver-assist tech such as Remote Smart Parking Assist to get you out of a tight spot.

With the Kia hybrid range – the Sportage, Sorento, Niro and Carnival – you get the best of both worlds: petrol power when you need it and electric efficiency when you don’t. It’s a seamless, self-charging drive experience that suits short trips and long-haul drives.

And if you’re ready to go all-in on electric,

Beyond tech and comfort, driving a Kia EV or HEV means embracing a new kind of freedom: fewer stops to refuel, smoother rides to outrun the chaos and the quiet satisfaction of knowing you’re making smarter choices for your wallet and planet. Value that’s hard to resist – Pacific Kia Maroochydore has exclusive offers, including

NEW OVER-50S RESORT COMING TO ELIMBAH

A$428-million-dollar, over-50s lifestyle development officially launches next month at Elimbah, designed to appeal to downsizers who want luxurious resortstyle living with suburban convenience.

GemLife Elimbah is the latest project

by GemLife, one of Australia’s leading developers of resort-style communities for active over-50s.

The 26-hectare development will dedicate a third of its land to nature, offering residents modern, stylish homes in a relaxed bushland setting

close to shops and local services.

“Who says you can’t have it all?”

GemLife Elimbah sales manager Glenys Lowry says.

“At Elimbah, you can enjoy peaceful, semi-rural living with an established reserve that provides the perfect setting for morning walks, birdwatching or the occasional kangaroo sighting.

“Plus, you’ll have some of Southeast Queensland’s best natural attractions right on your doorstep.

“You’re within easy reach of the Glass House Mountains and D’Aguilar National Park for relaxed exploring, and just a short drive to Bribie Island or Pumicestone Passage if you fancy a day on the water.”

Resort-style living is at the heart of GemLife Elimbah, with facilities designed to help homeowners stay active, social and connected.

The Summer House will offer a relaxed space to gather with friends, while a two-storey Country Club will include everything from a fully equipped gym, heated lap pool, cinema and creative arts studio, to a tenpin bowling alley, golf simulator and private ballroom.

Homes will start from $745,000, with five thoughtfully designed layouts to choose from – each featuring two bedrooms, a versatile multipurpose room,

“You’ll have some of Southeast Queensland’s best natural attractions right on your doorstep”

spacious al fresco areas and high-quality finishes throughout.

“Whether you’re looking for adventure, nature or new friendships, GemLife Elimbah has something for everyone,” Glenys says.

For more information about GemLife Elimbah, call 1800 835 926 or visit gemlife.com.au/gel.

Discover easier living at Sunset Palms

KNEE REPLACEMENT CONSIDERATIONS

Knee replacement surgery is one of the most common orthopaedic procedures, with about 68,000 performed in Australia in 2023.

Various factors can influence a patient’s decision about when and where to undergo this procedure.

In my practice, I perform severalhundred knee replacements each year, with a focus on enhancing patient outcomes and experiences.

Recent advancements in technology have impacted knee replacement surgery.

Innovations such as robotic-assisted surgery and computer navigation aim to improve the precision of implant placement, leading to better alignment and long-lasting results. Patient-matched technology, which involves creating custom instruments tailored to the patient’s anatomy, may improve the fit and function of the implant, potentially enhancing recovery and overall outcomes.

While the best technology for knee replacement can vary, one important factor is the surgeon’s experience.

Research, including data from the Australian Orthopaedic Association National Joint Replacement Registry, indicates that higher surgical volumes are often associated with favourable outcomes, such as lower revision rates. Individual results depend on various factors, such as the surgeon’s experience and specifics of each case.

It’s essential to ask your surgeon about their experience, the technologies they use and the expected outcomes. Other considerations include the surgical approach, anaesthetic options, the multidisciplinary team involved in your care, and the timing of the surgery.

WORDS: Associate Professor Daevyd Rodda, Sunshine Coast Orthopaedic Group. Visit scorthogroup.com.au.

HEARING AIDS

INDEPENDENCE WITH SUPPORT ON DOORSTEP

With a little support, retiree Jackie Stewart is continuing to enjoy an independent and social lifestyle at Aveo’s Sunset Palms Retirement Living community on the Sunshine Coast.

Jackie and her husband Peter were among the first residents to move into the villas in the Palmview community when it opened six years ago.

“We chose Sunset Palms because it was new, modern and had the benefit of being on a flat site,’’ she says. “Where we had been living was very hilly and that made getting around difficult for my husband who was becoming increasingly unwell. The community here only got better as more people arrived. There are so many social events and things to do.’’

After her husband passed away, Jackie began finding it difficult to manage the housework while suffering a bad back.

“I spoke to Joanne Bartley, from Aveo’s Care at Home team, and she was fantastic,” Jackie says.

“It was such a relief to have someone at Sunset Palms I was so comfortable talking with when I started to need extra help.

“Jo organised for cleaners to come in who are so attentive and do a marvellous job. She also arranged physiotherapy

sessions that came to me.

“The support I receive is brilliant. It’s such a relief to know that any care I might need is delivered to my doorstep.’’

Villas are low set and designed to support residents to live independently as they age. Features include wider hallways, no steps or trip hazards, secure garages with internal access, and 24/7 emergency response systems. Residents also benefit from having external home and garden maintenance included, a community bus for local trips, and consultation rooms for visiting allied health professionals – all within a gated community.

Located at 58 Harmony Boulevard, Palmview, the latest stage of villas is half sold, starting from $570,000.

Call 13 28 36 or visit aveo.com.au.

Simply lifechanging

Lifestyle resorts designed for active over-50s.

Affordable resort-style living and top-notch facilities for people just like you.

No entry fees, exit fees or stamp duty

Friendly community

Pets welcome

Gated neighbourhood

*Terms & conditions apply

Harris Crossing • Rockhampton • Moreton Bay

Extensive premium facilities

Luxury homes

Caravan and boat storage*

Retain your capital gain

OVER-50S CONTINUE ACTIVE LIFESTYLES IN NEW REGIONAL COMMUNITIES

The popularity of land lease communities in Queensland continues to grow, with leading lifestyle developer Living Gems to launch three new over-50s resorts in the state’s most sought-after regional locations by the end of this year.

With resort-style country clubs featuring lap pools, pickleball and tennis courts, bowling alleys, lawn bowls, cinemas, dog runs and al fresco dining, each is packed with top-notch facilities designed for active over-50s.

Located in Townsville, Rockhampton and Moreton Bay, the new resorts are set

among some of Queensland’s most picturesque landscapes, with access to natural wonders, tranquil bushwalks and local amenities, enhancing the opportunities for adventure.

Family-owned Living Gems has been building over-50s resorts for more than 40 years. Chief executive officer Anthony Puljich says the new communities offer affordable resort-style living in highly desirable locations.

“We’ve continued to raise the bar with each new community we’ve delivered over four decades, and our upcoming lifestyle resorts will be among our best yet,” he says.

“They’ve been purposefully designed to promote an active lifestyle, whether that’s swimming laps in the pool, enjoying a game of pickleball, an afternoon barbecue, or locking-and-leaving to take off on your next holiday.”

The gated resorts include Living Gems Harris Crossing in Townsville’s Bohle Plains, Living Gems Rockhampton in Parkhurst, and Living Gems Moreton Bay in Burpengary – all anticipated to launch later this year. As land lease communities, homeowners own their home and rent their land, with a weekly site fee covering amenities and maintenance. There are no entry fees, exit fees or stamp duty, and homeowners retain all capital gains.

Find out more at livinggems.com.au.

HEARING LOSS LINKED TO CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE AND DIABETES

Emerging research reveals a compelling link between hearing loss and systemic conditions such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

Though often overlooked, our ears may serve as early warning systems for deeper health challenges.

In cardiovascular disease, compromised blood flow can damage delicate structures in the inner ear, leading to gradual hearing decline.

Similarly, diabetes – marked by high blood glucose – can impact nerve function and circulation, disrupting auditory processing. Studies show that individuals with diabetes are twice as likely to experience hearing loss compared with those without it.

Hearing loss doesn’t just affect quality of life. It may signal that underlying disease is progressing, sometimes silently. By the time symptoms are noticeable, irreversible damage might already be done.

That’s why proactive hearing checks are essential. For patients managing heart disease or diabetes, incorporating audiological screening into routine care is more than sensible: it’s potentially life

saving. Early detection of hearing changes can prompt timely medical intervention, improve communication with healthcare providers and protect cognitive and emotional wellbeing.

Think of hearing tests not as an afterthought, but as a front-line tool in chronic disease management. It is important to choose a clinic that focuses on hearing and not just hearing aids.

Lisa Burley is an audiometrist at Hear4Good: a local and independent hearing clinic in Golden Beach and Caloundra. Call 54770144 or visit hear4good.com.au.

Change your home to protect your hip

Every day in Queensland, about 10 people break their hip from a fall.

Many of these injuries are preventable with simple home changes, which are especially important after hip surgery or if you have osteoporosis.

Start by trip-proofing your home.

Secure loose rugs, tuck away cords and choose non-slip shoes over slippery slippers. Check that railings are sturdy and stairs are stable with non-slip surfaces. Outside, smooth uneven paths and clear garden hazards.

Set up key rooms for safety and comfort. In the bedroom, adjust the bed height so both feet rest flat on the floor.

In the bathroom, use a large non-slip mat, install night lighting to the toilet, and remember that towel racks aren’t grab bars. In the living room, keep essentials – your phone, glasses and books – within easy reach. In the kitchen, store everyday items at waist height to avoid bending, stretching or using a step.

Finally, build a ‘village’ of support with family, friends, carers and allied health professionals such as your physiotherapist, occupational therapist and exercise physiologist. This village can assess your home, and recommend and make adjustments.

A safer home today means a stronger you tomorrow.

DRHAMISHGRAY

INDUSTRY EXPERTS

NEUROSURGERY SKIN HEALTH

How does leg pain relate to the spine?

Advances in laser vision correction Understanding squamous cell carcinoma better

Laser vision correction continues to evolve, offering safer, faster and more precise options for treating myopia.

One of the most advanced techniques available today is SMILE PRO® (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction), which represents the next generation of minimally invasive laser surgery.

SMILE PRO uses a highly precise femtosecond laser to create a small disc of tissue (lenticule) within the cornea, which is then removed through a tiny incision, just 2-3mm wide. This approach preserves more corneal stability than traditional LASIK, reduces disruption to corneal nerves, and often leads to quicker recovery with less post-operative dryness.

For people with myopia, especially those seeking long-term visual stability, SMILE PRO offers several advantages.

The procedure’s precision helps achieve sharp, predictable results, and the small incision means the cornea retains more of its natural strength over time. Many patients can return to normal activities within 24 hours, enjoying clear vision without glasses or contact lenses. As technology continues to advance, SMILE PRO is setting new benchmarks in safety, comfort, and visual outcomes, making it a leading choice for the long-term treatment of short-sightedness. Contact us for more details.

In radiculopathy, back pain is relatively uncommon compared with the radiating pain and other symptoms experienced along the affected nerve’s path.

This is because radiculopathy primarily involves the compression or irritation of nerve roots as they exit the spinal canal, rather than the direct irritation of the structures in the back.

When conditions such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis or degenerative disc disease occur in the lumbar spine, they often exert pressure on the nerve roots, leading to symptoms that radiate down the leg (commonly known as leg pain or sciatica). Pain travels along the specific nerve’s distribution, which can extend to the buttocks, thigh, calf or foot.

But back pain typically arises from issues affecting the structures in the back itself, such as the muscles, ligaments, or facet joints. While lumbar spine problems may contribute to overall back pain, radiculopathy’s primary hallmark is the radiating pain, tingling, numbness or weakness that follows the path of the irritated nerve. Understanding this distinction is crucial for accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment approaches, as addressing the root cause of radiculopathy can alleviate the more pronounced and debilitating symptoms experienced in the leg, leading to improved patient outcomes and quality of life.

Squamous cell carcinomas (SCCs) are the second-most common skin cancer in Australia after basal cell carcinomas (BCCs).

As always, Queensland sees well above the national average.

Typically, SCCs grow in sun-exposed skin. They can come out of nowhere, or from existing pre-cancerous sun spots called actinic keratosis (AKs).

While many SCCs grow slowly, it is common for them to grow quickly as a tender lump on the skin.

Some SCCs are aggressive. They can spread under the skin to lymph nodes and around the body.

Your risk of getting SCCs can be reduced by following good sun protection and treating skin that has plenty of AKs. When SCCs occur, it is best to find them early and get them excised (cut out).

At SunLife Skin Cancer Care Centre, clients can receive a thorough skin check with risk assessment with an experienced skin cancer doctor.

Treatment options can be provided for AKs that are supported by our trained nursing staff.

Most SCCs and skin cancers needing excision can be done on-site, with no referral needed.

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HOROSCOPES

ARIES (MAR 21 - APR 19)

This week hot-headed Rams are in a hurry. Fiery energy and enthusiasm are high, as you approach challenges with plenty of confidence. But being bossy and promising more than you can deliver (especially with family and friends) is a danger.

LEO (JULY 23 - AUG 22)

Don’t be deceived by glossy, glamorous appearances. You can be dazzled by outer beauty but this week you need to look beneath the surface to evaluate a person’s true worth. You’re also keen to escape the harsh realities of daily life.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV 22 - DEC 21)

This week’s stars encourage starting a new romance that has the potential to last the distance. Don’t be afraid of making messy mistakes and learning from them. But If you communicate with too much fiery intensity then it could scare others away.

QUIZ

1. Which movie did Alfred Hitchcock release in 1934 and remake in 1956?

2. What is added to iron to make steel?

TAURUS (APR 20 - MAY 20)

Courtesy of your power planet Venus, it’s a good week to step in and take the initiative with a family member who is facing challenges. If you offer a calm, considered solution (without being bossy or judgmental) then they might just accept your advice.

VIRGO (AUG 23 - SEP 22)

Doing good deeds is highlighted, as Mercury and Venus stimulate your humanitarian streak. So, it’s a suitable week to express your Good Samaritan side. Perhaps you can nurse a sick family member or support a friend in need?

CAPRICORN (DEC 22 - JAN 19)

The sun (in fellow earth sign Virgo) boosts productivity, so it’s a good week to dream big. Even in tough times – nothing ventured; nothing gained. Be inspired by Swedish movie star Ingrid Bergman: ‘I don’t regret a thing I’ve done. I only regret the things I didn’t do.’

GEMINI (MAY 21 - JUNE 20)

Expect a busy week when the planets stir up your curious mind and restless heart, and you want to soar and explore like an eagle. Energy is high but don’t say or do something unintentionally hurtful. Hasty words can upset others, so think before you speak.

LIBRA (SEP 23 - OCT 22)

It’s a good time to connect, network, negotiate and socialise with like-minded souls within your sphere of influence. It’s not what you know but who you know. You could also be approached to contribute your talents to a group dynamic like a class or club.

AQUARIUS (JAN 20 - FEB 18)

Avoid being a lone wolf this week, Aquarius. If you nurture partnerships, then you can combine your talents on a creative joint project. You’ll have to be patient, though, as you work towards achieving a long-term goal.

CANCER (JUNE 21 - JULY 22)

When it comes to work, creativity and/or financial matters, things could be very frustrating this week. So, heed the wise words of billionaire Warren Buffett “I’ve had periods of my life when I’ve had a bundle of ideas come along, and I’ve had long dry spells.”

SCORPIO (OCT 23 - NOV 21)

You’re keen to call the shots but remember there’s a big difference between leading others and being plain bossy. This week domineering behaviour will just lead to unnecessary dramas. So, slip on your humility hat and be more cooperative.

PISCES (FEB 19 - MAR 20)

It’s a good week to dream, imagine, create and innovate, as Venus and Uranus form wonderful aspects with inspirational Neptune (your patron planet). So, it’s time for Fish to fly into the great imaginative and mystical unknown.

C R AV E WORD STEP

Complete the list by changing one letter at a time to create a new word at each step. There may be more than one answer.

3. In which year did the Essendon Bombers win their last AFL Grand Final?

4. What is an adze used for?

5. Which re-formed band released American Dream in 2017?

6. What type of star is Proxima Centauri?

7. The Gaelic festival of Samhain occurs on a day more commonly celebrated as what?

8. What is the chemical symbol for the element potassium?

A LO N G

9. What character did actor Sarah Chalke (pictured) play in the US TV comedy Roseanne?

10. The US TV series Claws is set in what type of business?

Framed by the natural beauty of Currimundi Lake and occupying an impressive 816sqm allotment, the home enjoys a private and tranquil setting amid verdant gardens. This modernised sanctuary is more than just a family home – it’s a retreat designed for relaxed, easy living. Boasting generous proportions, open-plan design and multiple indoor and outdoor leisure zones, the property caters to entertaining and quiet family enjoyment. Add to this the triple lock-up garage, side access for the caravan, boat or trailer, plus additional visitor parking.

AUCTIONS

Sat, 21 Aug, 10am

Open from 9:30am

16 Cooroora Street, Dicky Beach

Dan Sowden 0412 201 914

Lachie Woods 0477 552 268

Open from 9:30am

26 Bareki Street, Wurtulla

Ryan Cramer 0450 607 926

Open from 9:30am

16 Cooroora Street, Dicky Beach

Lachie Woods 0477 552 268

Open from 9:30am

68 Main Street, Palmwoods

Jake Loiero 0448 000 933

Emily Robertson 0456 150 349

Sat, 21 Aug, 11am

Open from 10:30am

2307/42 Lowanna Drive, Buddina

Reuben Park 0413 371 696

Emma Gray 0458 534 034

Sold prior to auction

6 Yulunga Place, Mooloolaba Brent Higgins 0414 775 133

Sat, 21 Aug, 12pm

Open from 11:30am

34 Malinya Drive, Buddina

Michael Picoto 0432 931 387

Ryan Bradeley 0418 793 670

Open from 11:30am

4 Troywood Crescent, Buderim

Kathryn Willshire 0437 434 648

Eden Farimbella 0438 473 467

Sat, 21 Aug, 1pm

Open from 12:30pm

510/12 South Sea Islander Way, Maroochydore

Reuben Park 0413 371 696

Emma Gray 0458 534 034

Sat, 21 Aug, 3pm

Open from 2:30pm 29 Vista Park Drive, Buderim

Kathryn Willshire 0437 434 648

Eden Farimbella 0438 473 467

Thurs, 28 Aug, 4pm

489 Old Caloundra Road, Glenview Ma O’Grady 0414 317 375

Alisha Broadstock 0400 298 611

OPEN HOMES & PRIVATE INSPECTIONS

You are welcome to a end our open homes or please call the agent to arrange your private inspec on or virtual tour.

GLENVIEW

81 Cook Road 6 bed 3 bath 4 car Rachel Meyers 0411 699 619 5A Whitecross Road 5 bed 2 bath 4 car Cameron Hackenberg 0421 504 479

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4 Maroochy Waters Drive, Maroochydore

In the heart of Maroochy Waters, this beau fully designed home combines space, light, and effortless entertainment. Enjoy a very rare undistracted 600m-long canal view. Equipped with soaring high ceilings and expansive windows create airy interiors, while the openplan living, dining, and kitchen flow seamlessly out to your heated pool and deck. The large kitchen offers generous bench space, quality appliances, and ample storage. Big enough for two chefs in the kitchen! The master suite features a convenient ensuite and walk-in robe, with views straight down the canal.

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13 Sept, 10am

• Absolute waterfront with sandy beach, pontoon, and private boat ramp

• Sparkling pool with uninterrupted water views

• Covered alfresco pavilion with built-in BBQ and lounge

• Light-filled open-plan living with expansive picture windows

• Designer kitchen with stone bench tops & breakfast bar

• Master retreat with ensuite, walk-in robe & water views

• Mul ple living areas for family and guests

• Secure parking and side access for boats, caravans, or trailers

202/88 Duporth Avenue, Maroochydore

• Excep onal waterfront lifestyle at ‘Lorient’ by Mosaic

• Designer kitchen with island bench & Gaggenau appliances

• Master view water views, walk-in robe & ensuite with Toto features

• Spacious media room, two addi onal bedrooms & separate laundry

• Private balcony with river views, Vintec wine fridge & integrated BBQ

• Integrated smart home iPad control system with built-in security

• Resort-style facili es incl. pool, spa, sauna, gym & pontoon access

• Two secure side-by-side car parks with overhead storage

on On site Wed, 10 Sept, 4pm

• Full floor ‘Lorient’ penthouse, 572m² of refined living

• Four bedrooms with ensuites + powder room

• Mul ple living zones, wine display, office & MPR

• Spectacular Maroochy River & ocean views

• Private li entry, secure basement parking & storage

• Resort-style facili es including pool, spa, sauna & gym

• Exclusive use to J3 on the Lorient pontoon

1/17 The Esplanade, Maroochydore

• Three spacious bedrooms, master suite with WIR and ensuite

• Open-plan living, dining area that connects to a NE facing courtyard

• Kitchen with stone island bench, Smeg appliances, so close cabinetry

• High ceilings, ducted aircon and quality flooring throughout

• Secure apartment entry via fob, fingerprint or tradi onal key

• Complex features; pools, BBQ facili es, gym, outdoor areas

• Secure building and basement access with intercom

• Professional management

2707/100 Duporth Avenue, Maroochydore

• Uninterrupted views of the Maroochy River

• Light-filled open plan living/dining with spacious balcony

• Designer kitchen with integrated appliances & island bench

• Study nook, full-sized laundry & secure basement parking

• Avalon facili es; gym, pool, sauna, steam room and pontoon

• Award-winning design with concierge services & tranquil gardens

• Walking distance to Ocean Street, Co on Tree & Sunshine Plaza

raywhitemaroochydore.com.au

AUCTION

98 Roderick Street, Moffat Beach

Welcome to your new coastal oasis at Moffat Beach! This charming beach home offers the ul mate Queensland lifestyle, perfectly posi oned just a short stroll from the pris ne sands and iconic surf of Moffat Beach.

Whether you are looking for a family home, holiday home or poten al rental income, this property is a winner.

Do not miss this incredible opportunity to own a piece of Moffat Beach. Contact us today to see for yourself why this home is the perfect choice for your family. To be sold at auc on.

We bring the whole team

Ray White Caloundra 07 5491 5055

Auc on In Rooms

Sunshine Coast Func on Centre 11 Sept at 11am

View Thurs 4-4:30pm, Fri 12-12:30pm, Sat 10-10:30 & 12-12:30pm Marcus Lane 0412 515 545

Andrew Garland 0403 851 777

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8 Boolagi Drive, Wurtulla

Set on a generous 737m² block in one of Wurtulla’s most desirable streets, this solid brick home offers outstanding poten al for those ready to add their own style and flair. Coming to market as part of an estate sale, this is an opportunity to secure a home that’s been cherished for many years, now ready for its next chapter. Featuring three bedrooms, the master is complete with a walk-in robe and ensuite, while the remaining bedrooms each include built-in wardrobes and ceiling fans. The separate living area at the front of the home offers a peaceful space for relaxa on, away from the main hub of the house.

bring the whole team

Auc on In Rooms

Sunshine Coast Func on Centre 11 Sept at 11am

View Contact Agent

Dan McNamara 0458 010 889

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Maroochydore, 32 Ridge Road

Maroochydore, 12 Tolman Court

67 Parkway Drive, Mooloolaba

Set in a quiet street beside tranquil bushland, this renovated Mooloolaba home offers relaxed coastal living. Open-plan interiors feature a cinema and pool room with built-in bar, flowing to an alfresco area with spa, pool, and landscaped gardens. A detached studio suits a home office or guest retreat. Designed for entertaining and comfort, it’s minutes from Mooloolaba Beach, schools, and cafés – blending style, function, and the laid-back charm of one of Queensland’s most sought-after locations.

• Seamless indoor-outdoor design

• Expansive 804m2 block

• Luxe poolside entertaining

• Private detached studio

• Dedicated cinema room

• Stroll to beaches, cafés & schools

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Auction: Saturday 6th September at 12pm Onsite Inspect: Saturday 23rd August 11:30am-12pm

Courtney Paterson 0488 764 785

John Skerlak 0413 441 834

1300 400 777

RARE WATERFRONT OPPORTUNITY NOT TO BE MISSED

15 April Court, Maroochydore

One of the last east-facing renovatable blocks on the Maroochy River, 15 April Court presents a rare chance to renovate or knock down and build your dream waterfront home. Set on a 713m2 block with a wide 21m frontage, the property offers direct canal access and jetty provisions (STCA). Featuring a modernised kitchen, open-plan living and alfresco area, it’s a premium lifestyle opportunity in a peaceful cul-desac, close to beaches, shops, schools and the CBD.

• Rare east-facing waterfront

• 713m² with 21m canal frontage

• Renovate or rebuild

• Quiet cul-de-sac location

• Direct water access

• Minutes to shops, beach & schools

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Auction: Saturday 30th August at 12pm Onsite

Inspect: Saturday 23rd August 9-9:30am

Kathleen Hogan 0472 980 707

Courtney Paterson 0488 764 785

We are proud to offer this stunning architectural masterpiece by sought after designers Reitsma and Associates. Situated on Elanora Avenue in the highly desirable deepwater of Mooloolaba. The floor plan has been well designed and offers easy single level living with 4 bedrooms. The living quarters are to the rear of this cutting-edge home, and all overlook the broad water of Mooloolaba. The outside space comes to life with an easy-care landscaped garden and private 12m pontoon and jetty.

• Low set easy living

• Deepwater access

• Water views

• 12m pontoon and jetty

• Private in ground pool

• DLUG and integral workshop

• Close to all local amenities

Price: Offers Around Mid $6m

Inspect: Saturday 23rd August 11-11:30am

Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188

Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222 432

59 George Street, Alexandra Headland

Situated in the highly popular and tightly held Golden Triangle of Alexandra Headland this spacious family home is situated perfectly on the block to capture stunning views to Old Woman Island, Pacific Ocean and beyond to Mount Coolum. Set over two levels, the floor plan is extremely user friendly with open plan living. An expansive covered alfresco area is perfect for entertainment all year round, while also capturing beautiful ocean views down to the popular Alex Beach.

• Outstanding ocean views

• Golden Triangle location

• Walk to patrolled beach

• Private in-ground pool

• Stroll to cafes and restaurants

• 506m2 lot

Price: For Sale

Inspect: By Appointment

Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188 424

SOLD NEXTPLEASE

MUST BE SOLD – OWNER HAS INSTRUCTED TO PRESENT ALL OFFERS

35 Neerim Drive, Mooloolaba

Nestled on the Mooloolah River, 35 Neerim Drive offers a rare blend of modern coastal luxury and lifestyle. Set on a 728m² approx. block with 18.1m of water frontage, this light-filled home enjoys sweeping views to Minyama and Mooloolah Island.

Featuring seamless indoor-outdoor living, a sunlit saltwater pool, private pontoon, and multiple entertaining areas, it’s made for relaxed living. Just minutes to Mooloolaba Beach and the Esplanade, this is deepwater living at its finest.

• Prime waterfront position

• Wide river views

• 728m² approx. level block

• Saltwater central pool

• Private modern pontoon

• Walk-to-beach location

• Great local schools within easy reach

Price: All Offers Considered

Inspect: Saturday 23rd August 9-9:30am

Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188 Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222 4 2 4

6 BEDS / 4 BATHS / 10 CARS

This 11.8 acre property boasting approximately 370 metre river frontage, first-class equine infrastructure, and a grand custom-built and designed 806m2 residence, offers the absolute pinnacle of acreage living just 10-15 minutes to beaches; breathtaking in scale, presentation, and outlook: it is arguably one of southeast Queensland’s finest lifestyle properties. FOR SALE: $5.7M+

601/25 Kombi Street BOKARINA

3 BEDS / 3.5 BATHS / 3 CARS

High-end absolute beachfront living is on offer with the purchase of this brand-new double storey, north-east facing penthouse in the architecturally designed ‘Oasis’ development in the desirable Bok Beach precinct just 140 metres to patrolled swimming and a short stroll to dining, parks, playgrounds, and dog beach.

AUCTION: TUESDAY, 9TH SEPTEMBER AT 5:00PM

OPEN: SATURDAY 23RD AUGUST 10:00AM - 10:30AM

PRIVATE BUDERIM RETREAT – LUXURY MEETS LIFESTYLE ON 2 ACRES!

Do not miss this opportunity to secure the unique character-filled oasis. A rare offering in the heart of Buderim’s prestigious acreage enclave, 18 Lara Drive is more than a home, it’s a beautifully crafted lifestyle retreat designed for privacy, peace and possibility. Set across two acres of flourishing tropical gardens, this bespoke residence invites a life of laid-back luxury surrounded by nature, yet moments from everything. 5 2 4

Offers Over $3m VIEWING

Thursday 21st August 4:00-4:30pm

Saturday 23rd August 2:00-2:30pm

2 Mallard Place Bokarina

LUXURY BEACHSIDE LIVING - BRAND NEW DESIGNER HOME! PRICE

2 Mallard Place, Bokarina is a brand-new beachside home where modern design meets relaxed coastal living. Just steps from the sand, it offers four spacious bedrooms, multiple living areas, and a versatile self-contained studio. A gourmet kitchen flows to a north-facing terrace and designer pool, creating the perfect private sanctuary. With natural finishes, thoughtful landscaping, and an awardwinning design, this residence captures effortless sophistication by the beach.

Expressions of Interest

Closing 2nd September at 5:00pm

VIEWING

Saturday 23rd August 9:00-9:30am

Sweetgum Court

4/5 bed | 2 bath | 3+ car

EXCEPTIONAL LAKESIDE SANCTUARY!!!

• Move in ready, generous 816m2 lakeside allotment

• Currimundi Lake + coastal pathway at your doorstep

• Private sanctuary, tightly held position, quiet cul-de-sac

PRICE: Contact Agent

OPEN: Sat 23rd Aug @ 12-12.30pm

• Multiple covered alfresco zones, glistening in-ground pool

• Expansive, open plan living, ducted & split system a/conditioning

• Easy access to shops, schools, beaches, cafes & restaurants

AUCTION RESULTS

The easiest way to check out Sunshine Coast auction results.

19/26 PICNIC POINT ESPLANADE, MAROOCHYDORE

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $1,160,000

2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Car

Ray White, Niall Molloy, 0448 954 272

36 OSBORNE CIRCUIT, MAROOCHYDORE

Sold prior to auction for $1,010,000

4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Brent Higgins, 0414 775 133

7 DAVEY STREET, BLI BLI

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $985,000

4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Hayden Kehoe, 0478 555 873

10 FIRETAIL COURT, WURTULLA

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $1,935,000

4 Bed, 3 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Lachie Woods, 0477 552 268

116 GOONAWARRA DRIVE, MOOLOOLABA

Passed in at $1,200,000 – contact agent

4 Bed, 1 Bath, 1 Car

Ray White, Brent Higgins, 0414 775 133

6/26 RIVER ESPLANADE, MOOLOOLABA

Passed in at $775,000 – on market for offers

over $799,000

2 Bed, 1 Bath, 1 Car

Ray White, Max Luo, 0406 817 861

2/51 ANZAC AVENUE, MAROOCHYDORE

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $560,000

2 Bed, 1 Bath, 1 Car, Ray White, Hayden Kehoe, 0478 555 873

6 CORNFLOWER ROAD, PALMVIEW

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $1,220,000

4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car, Pool,

Ray White, Brent Higgins and Paul Leydon, 0414 775 133 / 0408 741 237

7 DOVE COURT, BOKARINA

Sold prior to auction for $1,480,000

3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car, Pool

Ray White, Adam Budd, 0411 808 595

4 BURUWANG STREET, BIRTINYA

Passed in at $2,500,000 – contact agent

4 Bed, 2 Bath, 3 Car

Ray White, Kirstin Cowie and Jacob Hussey, 0422 896 543 / 0416 100 509

16 SATINAY STREET, MOUNTAIN CREEK

Sold for $1,000,000

3 Bed, 1 Bath, 2 Car

Define Property Agents, Ross Cattle and Katie Davies, 0410 625 758 / 0427 268 780

2/1539 DAVID LOW WAY, POINT ARKWRIGHT

No auction took place – on market for offers from $1.2million

2 Bed, 3 Bath, 2 Car

Ray White, Reuben Park and Emma Gray, 0413 371 696 / 0458 534 034.

For more auction results and property stories, visit sunshinecoastnews.com.au.

*As supplied by contributing real estate agencies.

REFINED COASTAL LIFESTYLE

Step into the ultimate expression of waterfront living. Impeccably renovated with a refined coastal aesthetic, this Maroochy Waters residence offers a lifestyle where indoor comfort meets outdoor entertaining. Positioned on a generous 20m frontage, the home captures breathtaking water views framed by expansive picture windows. Natural light dances across timber floors, while a crisp white palette and high-quality finishes create timeless elegance. The heart of the home flows seamlessly from open-plan living to a covered outdoor pavilion with built-in barbecue, lounge and dining zones overlooking the pool and canal. The chef’s kitchen features stone benchtops, integrated cabinetry and a breakfast bar.

YOUR PRIME TIME TV GUIDE

ABC TV (CH2) SEVEN (CH7) NINE (CH8) TEN (CH5) SBS (CH3)

6.30pm Hard Quiz. (PG)

7.00 News.

7.30 Gardening Australia.

8.30 Professor T. (M) A librarian is poisoned at the museum.

9.20 Hard Quiz: Battle Of The Fuddy Duds. (PG)

9.50 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (PG)

6.30pm Back Roads: Forrest, Victoria.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Beyond Paradise. (M) A DI joins the police force in Shipton Abbott. 8.30 Midsomer Murders. (M) A club founder is murdered.

10.00 The Family Next Door. (M)

10.55 Miss Austen. (PG)

6.30pm Compass.

7.00 News.

7.30 Austin. (PG)

8.00 The Family Next Door. (M)

8.55 I, Jack Wright. (M) Family tensions erupt in the wake of a man’s suicide.

9.40 MOVIE Sunday Too Far Away. (1975) (M)

7pm News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Australian Story. 8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program. 9.15 Media Watch. (PG) 9.35 Planet America.

News. 10.20 The Business.

6pm Spicks And Specks. (PG)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG)

7.00 News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Foreign Correspondent.

8.30 Killer Whale: Australia’s Megapod. Follows the story of a megapod of killer whales.

9.30 Living With Devils. (PG)

7pm News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG)

8.30 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (PG) Hosted by Shaun Micallef.

9.05 Would I Lie To You?

9.35 Austin. (PG)

10.05 News.

6pm Spicks And Specks. (PG)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG)

7.00 News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Back Roads.

6pm Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs. 8.00 Football. AFL. Round24. Port Adelaide v Gold Coast Suns. From Adelaide Oval. 11.00 GetOn Extra. 11.30 The Rookie. (M)

6pm Seven News. 7.00 The Great Outdoors. (PG)

7.30 Ron Iddles: The Good Cop: Slawomir Tomczyk. (M) A look at the murder of Slawomir Tomczyk.

8.35 MOVIE 2012. (2009) (M) John Cusack, Amanda Peet. A global cataclysm threatens the world. 11.50 TBA.

6pm Seven News. 7.00 Football. AFL. Round24. Brisbane Lions v Hawthorn. From the Gabba, Brisbane. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Postgame discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game. 11.00 7NEWS Spotlight.

6pm Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

6pm 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round25. Melbourne Storm v Canterbury Bulldogs. From AAMI Park, Melbourne. 9.55 Golden Point. 10.45 MOVIE Rush Hour. (1998) (M) Jackie Chan.

6pm 9News Saturday. 7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round25. Parramatta Eels v Sydney Roosters. 9.35 Soccer. English Premier League. Matchweek 2. Manchester City v Tottenham. From Etihad Stadium, Manchester, England. 11.30 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+)

6pm 9News Sunday.

7.00 The Block. (PG)

8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.

9.40 9News Late.

10.10 A Killer Makes A Call. (MA15+)

11.10 The First 48: Easy Mark. (M)

6pm 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal.

7.30 Love It Or List It Australia.

8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (M) Hosted by Tom Gleisner.

9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M) 10.40 News. 11.05 10 News+.

6.30pm The Dog House Australia. (PG)

7.30 Selling Houses Australia. 8.40 Ambulance Australia. (M) The team races to save a life.

9.40 Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service. (PG)

10.40 FBI: International. (M) 11.35 Watson. (PG)

6pm 10 News+.

7.00 Survivor: Australia V The World. (PG)

8.30 Watson. (M) Stephens asks Watson for help.

9.30 FBI. (M) A migrant centre director is abducted. 11.30 10 News+.

7.30 The Voice. (PG) Hosted by Sonia Kruger. 9.00 The Rookie. (M) The team hunts for a local vigilante. 10.00 S.W.A.T. (M) 11.00 The Agenda Setters. 6pm 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. (PG) 8.45 100% Footy. (M) Features the latest rugby league news. 9.45 Opal Hunters: Red Dirt Road Trip: Red Centre Rubies. (PG) 10.45 9News Late. 11.15 A Killer Makes A Call. (M) 6pm 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. 7.30 Survivor: Australia V The World. (PG) 9.00 Have You Been Paying Attention? (M) 10.00 Sam Taunton: How To Tie A Tie. (MA15+) 11.00 News.

6pm Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 The Voice. (PG) Hosted by Sonia Kruger. 9.00 The Front Bar. (M) Takes a lighter look at all things AFL. 10.00 (PG) 10.45 The Agenda Setters. 6pm 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. (PG) 9.00 Paramedics. (M) A pedestrian is hit by a car. 10.00 9News Late. 10.30 The Grand Tour. (MA15+) 11.00 9News Late. 11.50 La Brea. (M) 6pm 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. 7.30 Survivor: Australia V The World. (PG) 8.45 The Cheap Seats. (M) 9.45 FBI: Most Wanted. (M) 10.35 News. 11.00 10 News+.

6pm Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG) Hosted by Lee Mack.

8.30 Tik Tok: Top 100. (M) Celebrates the top 100 viral TikTok clips.

10.30 Armed And Dangerous: Heists. (M)

8.30 Grand Designs New Zealand. (PG) Hosted by Tom Webster. 9.15 The Family Next Door. (M) 10.10 News. 6pm Seven Local News.

News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Home And Away.

8.30 Clarkson’s Who Wants To Be A Millionaire UK. (PG) Hosted by Jeremy Clarkson. 9.30 Air Crash Investigations: Collision Catastrophe. (M)

6pm 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PG)

8.40 Clarkson’s Farm: Harrowing. farming hard.

9.45 Freddy And The Eighth. (M)

10.45 9News Late.

11.15 Damian Lewis: Spy Wars. (M)

6pm 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round26. Canterbury Bulldogs v Penrith Panthers. From Accor Stadium, Sydney.

9.45 Thursday Night Knock Off.

10.30 9News Late.

11.00 Outback Opal Hunters. (M)

6pm 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal.

7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (PG)

8.30 Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service. (PG)

6pm Mastermind Aust.

News. 7.30 The Good Ship Murder. (M) 8.25 The Royals: A History Of Scandals: Affairs. A look at scandalous historic royal affairs. 9.20 Britain’s Most Luxurious Train Journeys: Snowdonia. 10.15 SBS News.

6.30pm News.

7.30 Great British Cities With Susan Calman. (PG)

8.25 Leonardo Da Vinci: Painter–God Pt 1. (M) Looks at Da Vinci’s time as a military engineer.

9.25 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy: Umbria. (PG)

10.15 Great Australian Walks. (PG)

6.30pm SBS World News.

7.30 Rome Underground.

8.25 Secret Lives Of The Roman Emperors. (PG) Explores the life of a Roman emperor.

9.35 Tulum: The Last City Of The Mayan Empire. (M)

10.35 The U.S. And The Holocaust. (M)

6pm Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Portugal With Michael Portillo. (PG)

8.20 Abandoned Railways From Above: York. (PG) 9.15 Moulin Rouge: Yes We Can-Can! (M) 10.15 SBS News.

6pm Mastermind Aust.

6.30 News.

7.30 Great Continental Railway Journeys.

8.30 Insight. Explores local news and issues.

9.30 Dateline.

10.00 SBS World News Late. 10.30 Secret World Of Snacks. (PG)

9.30 FBI: International. (M) 10.30 News. 10.55 10 News+. 6pm Mastermind Aust.

6pm 10 News+.

7.00 Deal Or No Deal.

7.30 Gogglebox Aust.

Law & Order: SVU. (MA15+)

Cheap Seats. (M)

10 News+.

Stephen Colbert. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Costco Vs Supermarkets.

8.30 DNA Journey: Jayne Torvill And Christopher Dean. Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean embark on a DNA journey.

9.35 Smilla’s Sense Of Snow. (M)

News.

Great Australian Road

Do you have room in your heart and home?

At IFYS Foster & Kinship Care we are committed to helping children in care return to their kin where possible. To do this we need a safe place for them whilst we are working to locate a family member who can be assessed and approved for their longer term care.

To ensure children and young people are safe we are looking for people who are willing to be there for them during this period.

If you are that individual or family who can assist with their care for up to several months, we would love to talk with you about becoming part of our care team. Why not contact us today on 5438 3000.

DIGITAL CHOICE

7.30pm Good Game Spawn Point. 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.30 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Children’s Programs.

7.30pm Children’s Programs. 7.55 Kids Baking C’ship. 8.40 Chopped Jnr. 9.20 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.05 Abbott Elementary. 10.25 Speechless. 10.45 Children’s Programs.

7.35pm The Mysterious Benedict Society. 8.30 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.10 Abbott Elementary. 9.55 Speechless. 10.15 Merlin. 11.00 Secrets Of The Zoo. 11.50 Children’s Programs.

6pm Bargain Hunt. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Bargain Hunt.

6pm American Pickers. (PG) 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG) 7.30 Motorbike Cops. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Enemy Of The State. (1998) (M) Will Smith. 11.15 MOVIE The Karate Kid Part III. (1989) (PG)

6pm The Golden Girls. (PG) 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 MOVIE Ready Player One. (2018) (M) Tye Sheridan, Olivia Cooke. 10.15 MOVIE The Red. (2024) (MA15+)

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30pm Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Police Rescue Australia. (PG) 8.30 To Be Advised.

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 10.20 FBI: International. (M) 11.15 SEAL Team. (M)

6pm Frasier. (PG) 6.30 Friends. (PG) 7.30 MOVIE The Addams Family. (1991) (PG) 9.30 Becker. (PG) 10.00 Frasier. (PG) 10.30 South Park. 11.00 Ghosts. 11.30 King Of Queens.

6pm Every Bite Takes You Home. (PG) 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG) 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG)

6pm Escape To The Country. 7.00 Greatest Escapes To The Country. 7.45 Mrs Brown’s Boys. (M) 8.30 Vera. (M) 10.30 Manhunt: The Night Stalker.

7pm Football. AFL Women’s. Round2. Hawthorn v Carlton. 9.15 Storage Wars. (PG) 9.45 Pawn Stars. (PG) 11.45 Towies. (PG) 12am Golf. LIV Golf Michigan. Day2.

6pm The Wash Up. 7.00 Border Security. (PG) 7.30 The 1% Club. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Ford V Ferrari. (2019) (M) Matt Damon, Christian Bale. 11.40 MOVIE Baby Driver. (2017) (MA15+)

7.30pm MOVIE

Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes Of Grindelwald. (2018) (M) Eddie Redmayne, Katherine Waterston, Johnny Depp. 10.15 MOVIE Species. (1995) (MA15+)

7.30pm MOVIE Dumb And Dumber. (1994) (PG) Jim Carrey, Jeff Daniels, Lauren Holly. 9.50 MOVIE American Reunion. (2012) (MA15+) Jason Biggs, Alyson Hannigan, Chris Klein.

7pm Customs. 7.30 Keeping Up Appearances. 8.30 Rugby Union. Women’s Rugby World Cup. Pool A. Australia v Samoa. 11.55 MOVIE Link. (1986) (M)

6pm Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Round8. Wests Tigers v North Queensland Cowboys. 8pm M*A*S*H. (PG) 8.30 TBA. 10.30 The Closer. (M) 11.30 French And Saunders.

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 10.20 FBI: International. (M)

6pm Friends. (PG) 6.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 10.00 Frasier. (PG) 10.30 South Park. 11.00 Ridiculousness. (PG)

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 10.20 FBI: International. (M) 11.15 Nancy Drew. (M)

6pm Friends. (PG) 6.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 7.30 The Big Bang Theory. (M) 7.55 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 9.35 Frasier. (PG) 10.30 Ridiculousness. (PG) 11.30 South Park. (M)

The Sunshine Coast is set for a week of small-to-moderate swells offering plenty of opportunities for relaxed sessions.

Mornings will bring the cleanest conditions before light winds turn onshore later in the day.

Open beaches and points should pick up the best of the swell, with mid-week looking slightly bigger and more consistent.

While no major surf is on the horizon, there will be rolling waves for all levels.

Cooler mornings and sunny days make this a great time to hit the water, whether you’re chasing a few turns or just a casual paddle. ABC PLUS (CH22) 7TWO (CH72) 7MATE (CH74) 9GO! (CH82)

7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Dr Ann’s Secret Lives. 8.45 Contraption Masters. 9.30 The Crystal Maze. 10.15 Children’s Programs.

7.30pm Children’s Programs. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 Deadly 60. 9.10 Expedition With Steve Backshall. 10.00 Children’s Programs. 10.45 Dance Life.

7.30pm Children’s Programs. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.25 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 10.15 Children’s Programs.

7.30pm Children’s Programs. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.25 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 9.50 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 10.40 Children’s Programs.

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. (M) 8.30 Endeavour. (M) 10.30 Hitler’s Holocaust Railways With Chris Tarrant. (M)

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. (M) 8.45 Foyle’s War. (M) 10.55 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG) 11.55 Bargain Hunt.

6pm American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 8.00 Outback Crystal Hunters. (PG) 9.00 Aussie Gold Hunters. (PG) 10.00 Aussie Salvage Squad. (PG) 11.00 Tougher In Alaska.

6pm The Golden Girls. (PG) 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Wrath Of The Titans. (2012) (M) Sam Worthington. 10.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 11.30 Veronica Mars. (M)

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30pm Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. (M) 8.40 Recipes For Love And Murder. (M) 10.40 The Closer. (M) 11.40 French And Saunders.

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 10.20 FBI: International. (M) 11.15 SEAL Team. (M)

6pm Frasier. (PG) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 10.00 Becker. (PG) 10.30 Frasier. (PG) 11.30 Ghosts. (PG)

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. (PG) 8.45 Lewis. (M) 10.45 Air Crash Investigations: The Accident Files. (PG) 11.45 Bargain Hunt.

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. (M) 8.30 Line Of Duty. (MA15+) 9.50 Murdoch Mysteries. (M) 11.50 Father Brown. (M)

6pm American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG) 8.00 Outback Truckers. (PG) 9.00 Outback Truckers. (M) 10.00 Aussie Truck Rehab. (PG) 11.00 Big Rig Bounty Hunters. 12am American Resto.

6pm American Pickers. (PG) 7.00 Football. AFL. Round24. Gold Coast Suns v Essendon. 10.30 AFL Post-Game. 11.00 Caught On Dashcam. 12am American Resto. 12.30 Storage Wars.

6pm American Pickers. 7.00 AFL. Legends Game For Prostate Cancer. Victoria v The All-Stars. 10.00 Kick Ons. 10.30 MOVIE Resident Evil: Extinction. (2007) (MA15+)

6pm The Golden Girls. (PG) 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE The DUFF. (2015) (M) Mae Whitman, Bella Thorne. 10.35 Seinfeld. (PG) 11.35 Veronica Mars. (M)

6pm The Golden Girls. (PG) 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Training Day. (2001) (MA15+) Denzel Washington, Ethan Hawke, Scott Glenn. 11.00 Seinfeld. (PG)

6pm The Golden Girls. (PG) 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE RoboCop. (1987) (MA15+) Peter Weller, Nancy Allen. 10.35 Seinfeld. (PG) 11.35 Veronica Mars. (M)

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30pm Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. (M) 8.40 Agatha Raisin. (M) 9.40 Grantchester. (M) 10.50 The Closer.

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 9.25 Blue Bloods. (M)

6pm Frasier. (PG) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (M) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 10.00 Becker. (PG) 10.30 Frasier. (PG) 11.30 Ghosts. (PG)

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30pm Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. (M) 10.40 The Closer. (M) 11.40 French And Saunders. (M) 6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 10.20 FBI: International. (M) 11.15 SEAL Team. (M) 6pm Frasier. (PG) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 10.00 Becker. (PG) 10.30 Frasier. (PG) 11.30 Ghosts. (PG)

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30pm Antiques Roadshow 7.30 RBT. (M) 8.30 Emergency. (M) 9.30 RPA. (PG) 10.30 Chicago Med. 11.30 The Real Murders Of Atlanta.

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 10.20 FBI: International. (M) 11.15 SEAL Team. (M)

6pm Frasier. (PG) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 9.30 Becker. (PG) 10.00 Frasier. (PG) 11.00 Ghosts. (PG) 11.30 The King Of Queens. (PG) 2208

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