Noosa Today - 28th November 2025

Schools out, beach is in

By Margie Maccoll

Year 12 studens across Noosa ran into the ocean in school uniform this week in what has become a tradition to mark the seniors final day of school and the beginning of their post-school lives.

On Thursday in perfect beach conditions it was the turn of Sunshine Beach State High School.

The excited teenagers clambered on to the school bus for the short ride to Noosa Main Beach where their parents were waiting to watch their dash to the sea.

Proud parents told Noosa Today of their children’s plans for the future.

Some were going to celebrate their school years at Schoolies, some were not. A few were heading to Bali for a week, with mothers in tow.

A few planned to spend a week with friends at quieter beach destinations and others were beginning their careers as early as next week after completing Certificate courses during their school years and lined up a job.

Some planned to study at universities, others were going to have a gap year before future study and a few had plans to travel overseas.

The immediate plans for all was to enjoy a gala graduation on Thursday evening.

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Storms hit Noosa

By Margie Maccoll

Severe storms with cyclonic-like winds lashed Noosa on Monday night leaving behind a path of destruction with fallen trees, powerlines and debris.

Energex reported 9000 power outages across Noosa with restoration of power likely to take until Wednesday. SES Noosa local controller Warren Kuskopf said areas were hit hard at Boreen Point, Noosaville, Noosa Heads, Pomona, Kin Kin and Peregian Beach. Warren said powerlines right across Boreen Point were down, and with roads cut due to fallen trees and debris, people were stranded at home, in many cases with no power,

phone or internet. Warren said fallen trees and roof issues made up most of their calls.

“There were lots of jobs where trees were down across driveways,” he said.

In one instance a large tree had fallen crushing parked cars in a resort car park, he said.

Energex crews worked to fix power lines, reporting from the Scenic Rim to Gympie there were 162,000 outages, 600 powerlines down and more than 880,000 lightning strikes during the storms.

A council spokesperson said their crews were cleaning up debris and fallen trees and branches which would likely take a few days and they thanked residents for their patience.

“We ask anyone who comes across a blocked or damaged road or fallen tree, to give us a call on 5329 6500 or lodge a request on the Snap, Send Solve app - https://www.snapsendsolve.com/,” he said.

To find out more about outages visit the Energex outage finder – https://www.energex.com. au/outages/outage-finder/emergency-outagestext-view/

If you see fallen powerlines, stay well clear and call Energex immediately on 13 19 62.

Council’s Disaster Dashboard provides realtime updates, warnings and road conditions. You can also sign up to receive disaster alerts straight to your phone. Visit disaster.noosa.qld.gov.au

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Time to hit the beach for students

Community mourns teen

Tributes have been flowing for a 17 year-old boy who was killed in a traffic incident in Noosa Heads.

Solomon Tucker, a Noosa Christian College student, was struck by a vehicle on Claude Batten Drive about 2am on Sunday, 23 November. He was struck by a Ford Ranger ute and died at the scene.

Queensland Police Inspector John Mahony said investigations indicated he was “lying on the roadway immediately prior to being struck” and police were trying to piece together his movements.

Noosa Christian College posted on their Facebook site: “(We are) devastated by the tragic loss of Solomon Tucker. His fun-loving spirit and larger-than-life personality touched everyone who knew him.”

“He had a way of making every moment brighter and every adventure unforgettable. His energy and enthusiasm brought people together, creating memories that will last forever. He will be greatly missed by all of us, but his adventurous spirit and joy for life will live on in our hearts. Our heartfelt condolences go out to all of Solly’s family and friends.”

The Noosa Touch Association also paid trib-

SES celebrates 50 years

Noosa Council has paid tribute to the State Emergency Service (SES) as the organisation celebrates its 50th anniversary, acknowledging the vital role SES volunteers play in keeping communities safe during disasters.

Mayor Frank Wilkie said the milestone was an opportunity to recognise the selflessness and dedication of SES members across Queensland and locally.

“The SES plays an extraordinary role in helping keep the Noosa Shire safe during natural disasters. Their dedication, skill and willingness to step up in times of need is something our entire community deeply values,” Mayor Wilkie said.

“Council is proud to work alongside the SES and other emergency services to strengthen disaster resilience and ensure the safety of our residents.

“On behalf of our community, thank you for

generously giving your time and talents to protect us at our most vulnerable. Your work during floods, storms and everything in between is invaluable.”

Mayor Wilkie said Council greatly values its strong partnership with the SES and other emergency services.

“Under the leadership of Noosa SES Local Controller Warren Kuskopf and North Coast Regional Controller Jason Pascoe, our disaster resilience team continues to build on a terrific relationship with SES,” Mayor Wilkie said.

“Whether it’s engaging with schools, aged care facilities or responding in the middle of an event, the SES team is always there with a ‘can do’ attitude.”

Council congratulates all SES volunteers on this significant milestone and looks forward to continuing its close collaboration to strengthen Noosa’s disaster resilience.

ute: “It is with deep sadness that we acknowledge the tragic passing of one of our own …Solomon, a young player, referee, and cherished member of our club community.”

“Solomon was more than just an athlete on the field; he was a bright presence, a dedicated teammate, a respected referee, and a valued contributor to the game. His smile and good-natured spirit brought joy to those around him, whether people were smiling with him or at his cheeky sense of humour. He was a genuine, kind young man with his whole life ahead of him.”

“We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, teammates, fellow referees, and

everyone whose lives were touched by Solomon’s spirit. No words can truly capture the depth of this loss, but as a club we stand together, united in grief and in support of all who are hurting.”

“We honour Solomon’s memory and the legacy he leaves within our community. He will always remain part of our club family, forever cherished, forever remembered.”

The driver of the Ford, a 19-year-old Tewantin man, did not sustain any physical injuries and is assisting police.

Officers are appealing to anyone with relevant information or footage to contact police.

Survey results released

Noosa Council’s library service continues to lead the way, achieving the highest community satisfaction rating of all Council services. In contrast, parking has been identified as one of the areas most in need of improvement.

These are the findings of the latest Noosa Council Community Satisfaction Survey undertaken earlier this year.

CEO Larry Sengstock said the survey results offered valuable insights and opportunities for the organisation.

“It’s a great result for our libraries as this is the fourth survey in a row they have ranked as the service the Noosa community is most satisfied with,” Mr Sengstock said.

“It’s encouraging that our community feels our libraries, arts, culture, sport and recreation facilities and programs, plus our waste services are all performing extremely well.”

Performance scores of individual service ranged from 58 per cent to 99 per cent with 27 of the 50 areas a very high level of satisfaction at 80 per cent or above. Library services and Waste Management received the highest satisfaction scores of 99 per cent and 95 per cent, respectively, while the Community Places service dimension recorded the highest overall satisfaction at 88 per cent. In contrast, Parking Management and Local Laws enforcement were identified as the lowest performing areas at 58 per cent.

The survey found 79 per cent of the Noosa community were satisfied with Council’s overall performance over the past two years – which is equal to the 79 per cent average score for local councils in Queensland in 2024.

“The 14 per cent decline in satisfaction with Council’s overall performance from the last survey in 2021 shows we need to improve in some areas,” Mr Sengstock said.

“This reduced level of overall satisfaction is being seen by many local councils at a time of stretched resources and expanding needs.”

Council engaged Place Score to carry out its latest Community Satisfaction Survey. It was conducted digitally to provide a process that was easier, faster and more cost-effective than the traditional landline approach.

“While the new digital methodology meant trend results didn’t directly correlate to previous surveys, these latest results offer an indicative comparison and a new baseline for future surveys,” Mr Sengstock said.

“Importantly, the results can be used in conjunction with our Liveability survey outcomes.”

The areas in which the community expressed its lowest levels of satisfaction included enforcement and education of local laws, the provision and management of car parking, decision-mak-

ing in the best interests of the community, and planning and development services.

The survey also sought to highlight the community’s top priorities - those service areas considered highly important yet performing at lower levels.

Findings indicate that residents want Council to place greater emphasis on road maintenance, management and communications, decisionmaking, long-term planning, and ensuring value for money in rates.

“These results will guide Council’s priorities to help ensure we are better meeting our community’s expectations over the next two years,” Mr Sengstock said.

The survey measured community satisfaction with Council’s performance across five key themes: management and communications, future planning, transportation and waste, community programs and services, and community places.

A total of 398 residents and ratepayers participated, representing a broad cross-section of the shire’s population, with respondents ranging in age from 15 to over 65.

In addition to the core themes, the community highlighted strong performance in several other areas, including disaster management and recovery, playground provision and maintenance, beach and waterways services, and overall community wellbeing.

“In recent years our community has endured significant challenges, from the 2022 floods to Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred and multiple severe weather events. It is reassuring to know that, despite these hardships, residents have confidence in Council’s ability to work hand-in-hand with local emergency services to deliver a coordinated and effective disaster response,” Mr Sengstock said.

Reponses to the survey also called for a more balanced, sustainable approach to development and tourism in Noosa that puts residents first, with key concerns being overcrowding from tourism, housing affordability, and the need for better infrastructure, maintenance, and local services.

“Work is well underway to develop a new Destination Management Plan (DMP) for Noosa, with significant input from the local community and we’re making strong headway into the actions of our housing strategy,” the CEO said.

“The results of all of this work should start to flow through to the community over the next two years and we will hopefully see that reflected in the results of the next survey.”

Council will undertake the survey again in 2026/2027.

Peregian Square revitalised after refurbishment

Peregian Square

new look, with Council’s maintenance and minor refurbishment project now largely complete in time for summer.

The popular community space has refreshed garden beds, lawns, new timber seating, and improved stormwater management, helping make the area more accessible and inviting.

Mayor Frank Wilkie said the improvements will help Peregian Square remain a relaxed and welcoming space for years to come.

“These works were about preserving what the community loves about the Square while enhancing safety, comfort and appearance,” Cr Wilkie said.

“Council staff and contractors have done a fantastic job with care and respect improving

this well-loved space.”

Upgrades include renewed garden beds and turf, replacement of worn timber elements, new seating around the iconic Tuckeroo tree, plus an extension of the rock wall at the southern end to prevent erosion.

Pathways, entrances and shaded seating areas have also been improved, creating smoother connections between the park and nearby restaurants and shops.

Kylie Plunkett and Lauren Drysdale from the Peregian Beach Business Association welcomed the upgrades.

“On behalf of the local traders in Peregian Beach village, we’re grateful to see the square re-energised and buzzing with life again,” Ms Plunkett said.

“We truly appreciate the community’s patience and support and invite everyone to come, eat, shop and enjoy all that Peregian has to offer,” Ms Drysdale added.

Mayor Wilkie thanked businesses and residents for their patience while the works were carried out.

“We know Peregian Square holds a special place in people’s hearts.”

Only a few minor finishing touches remain, with all areas expected to be open and ready for the community to enjoy before Christmas.

Funded by Noosa Council, the project forms part of Council’s ongoing commitment to maintaining and enhancing the Shire’s vibrant public spaces.

Ban brings mixed reaction

By Steve Linnell

The decision by State High Schools in Noosa District, Sunshine Beach and Coolum to ban all e-bikes and e-scooters from school sites from the beginning of the 2026 school year has seen mixed reactions from communities, with concerns that behaviours will remain unchanged.

The Independent Member for Noosa, Sandy Bolton MP, said she understood the decision by local high school principals to ban e-bikes and e-scooters from their school grounds was a difficult one, which followed a recent QPS audit that found 98 per cent of e-bikes at Sunshine Beach State High School did not comply with Queensland Law.

“Our office receives a high volume of complaints from residents and local businesses regarding unsafe and unacceptable behaviour involving non-compliant e-bikes and illegal emotorbikes,” Ms Bolton said.

“Schools have been receiving similar complaints and have taken this action only after repeated requests for parental support to address this.”

Ms Bolton will continue advocating for increased enforcement whilst awaiting the outcomes from the Queensland Parliamentary Inquiry, especially as this ban from schools may not impact behaviours before and after school, nor on weekends.

“In addition, we had written to our schools prior to this ban, as well recently to State Government and Noosa Council to consider if suitable whether an e-tag program for students would be supported, which recently was reported as being very successful in New South Wales. This may give students who are doing the right thing the ability to get back to riding to school sooner.”

There are various pilots currently being run in other states, such as by e-Bike Safety Australia, as well the Student Bicycle License Scheme (SBLS), which target school-aged riders in response to a growing number of accidents and misuse cases involving young riders. The pilot programs require students to complete an online training course and pass a knowledge test before being issued a digital license to ride an e-bike or e-scooter, as well with e-Bike Safety Australia, an e-tag for bike identification.

Last Wednesday, Police from the Sunshine Coast Child Protection and Investigation Unit (CPIU) charged a 15-year-old boy following investigations into a fatal e-bike crash in Mountain Creek late last month.

A spokesperson for Noosa Council said: “While Council is committed to promoting safe and sustainable transport options, including cycling and e-mobility, we do not have any legislative authority or direct control over licensing requirements for e-bikes or e-scooters. These matters generally fall under State Government jurisdiction.”

“Council supports measures that improve rider safety and community awareness and we would welcome further information from the State on the outcomes of the NSW pilot and any plans for broader implementation in Queensland.”

“In the meantime, Council will continue to work with our community to encourage safe rid-

ing practices through education and awareness programs.”

Emergency services were called to the bike path near the Kawana Way and Sunshine Motorway interchange at Mountain Creek around 3.36pm on 30 October, following reports of a crash between two boys riding e-bikes.

Eight-year-old Zeke Hondow was taken to hospital in a critical condition, but died from his injuries that night.

The 15 year-old Buderim boy was charged with one count each of dangerous operation of vehicle causing death, unlicensed driving, unregistered vehicle and uninsured vehicle.

The boy is due to appear in Maroochydore

Children’s Court on 26 November.

A Queensland parliamentary inquiry into the safety of the bikes and scooters is currently underway, with the final report due to be handed down in March next year.

Last week, Queensland Police Superintendent Brad Inskip said the incident was a timely reminder about the dangers of e-bikes, mobility devices and e-motorbikes.

He urged parents and carers to do research before buying their child a device before Christmas and the school holidays.

“Please do some research and find out what the legalities are of the device that you have,” he said.

Police call on community to address e-bike concerns

By Steve Linnell

Sunshine Coast Police are calling for a community-wide effort to address the increasing safety risks posed by illegal e-bikes and e-motorcycles. Compliance checks conducted last week across three local schools, including in Noosa, identified that approximately 87 per cent of 148 inspected devices were illegal or non-compliant.

A police spokesperson told Noosa Today: “Community safety starts in the home. Parents and caregivers play a critical role in ensuring children are using safe, compliant devices and are not riding illegal e-bikes or e-motorcycles on roads or road-related areas.”

“Making informed, safety-focused decisions, and remaining aware of how and where these devices are used, is essential to protecting young people and the wider community.”

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“Sunshine Coast Police will continue to engage, educate, and, where necessary, take enforcement action regarding this issue.”

“However, the responsibility for a child’s safety rests primarily with parents and caregivers. Preventing harm from illegal device use is a shared responsibility that requires the cooperation of families, schools, and the broader community.”

Officers from Coolum, Noosa and Sunshine Coast Highway Patrol attended three schools in the district last week, examining students’ ebikes and providing educational advice to staff, students, and parents.

They highlighted important safety tips and explained how certain modifications or features can make some bikes illegal to ride on public property.

Residents call for halt

By Margie Maccoll

A Peregian Beach residents group called on Noosa Council to halt both its Active Streets pilot proposed for an 800m section of Lorikeet Drive and any further planning for Active Streets in the area when they attended council’s ordinary meeting on 20 November.

Council website describes an Active Street as one that prioritises bike riders and people walking with safer pathways, bike riding-priority zones, lower speed limits, and traffic calming features.

Residents at the meeting made their protest of the project heard through a deputation and several questions before discussing them further with councillors during a break in the meeting.

In his deputation resident Randal Delaney told council the proposed project “directly contradicted the preferences of most local residents” who perceived the project as “poorly planned, overly radical, largely unwanted and failing to meet community needs” and that resident views on it had been largely disregarded.

“Residents have not received clear, impartial, or thorough information from council regarding the actual impacts that these projects will have on their local community. From the outset, council has treated the initiative as a beneficial idea and has subsequently sought to justify its implementation, even though the proposal does not align with or address the needs of the community, or suit this residential scenario,” Mr Delaney said.

“Despite numerous enquiries and requests for further details from residents, significant concerns and issues remain unresolved in council communications. “Major topics raised by the community have either gone unanswered or have not been meaningfully addressed.

“Members of the community feel council has failed to engage in genuine consultation, with little effort made to involve or listen to those that will be most affected.

“The lack of meaningful dialogue has left residents feeling excluded from decision-making processes, fuelling further dissatisfaction and

reinforcing the disconnect between council’s actions and community expectations.”

When resident David Phipps asked for the project’s design development to encompass “genuine and meaningful consultation with impacted residents” Director Infrastructure Services Shaun Walsh said council agreed “community involvement must be genuine and ongoing” and laid out the project’s community engagement.

“For this project, engagement has not been limited to a single stage,” he said.

“We have:

• involved residents and community groups through the Project Reference Group during route and treatment selection;

• held multiple information sessions during the preliminary design phase;

• undertaken doorknocks and offered one-onone meetings; and

• continued adjusting elements of the design based on resident feedback - particularly

around parking, traffic management, connectivity, and environmental values.”

Mr Delaney told council the level of resident opposition to the proposal was evidenced by the submission of a formal petition with signatures from more than 140 local residents. He said residents believed council had placed more weight not on the support of residents but of special interest groups such as those involved in “tourism, events, cycling, and associated businesses”.

“Feedback from the community highlighted a clear desire for the development of additional off-road pathways and bikeways, enhanced connectivity between residential neighbourhoods and key local amenities, and improved crossing facilities at major roads. And while there was a desire for safe recreational pathways the focus was on projects that would benefit access to activity centres, schools, and recreation facilities. Furthermore, council’s own transport strategy reinforced the need for safe road crossings and prioritised encouraging walking and cycling as a preferred daily

transport option,” he said.

“The current proposal, however, does not deliverontheseexpectations,particularlywithrespectto overall connectivity. There is a lack of adequate safe crossing opportunities on major roads such as David Low Way (DLW) and Emu Mountain Road, together with a noticeable absence of interconnected off-road shared pathways within the precinct.”

Mr Delaney said residents argued for council to create an off-road shared pathway within the road reserve along the western side of David Low Way but despite repeated calls, council has not provided an adequate or detailed explanation for its decision to reject that.

“Community members argue that this alternative is not only safer and more straightforward, but could also be more cost-effective and would be better suited at preserving local amenity. The kilometres of shared pathway on DLW’s west side in Coolum, which already form part of the coastal pathway, sets a strong precedent for seriously considering this option,” he said.

“Developing a dedicated pathway along the edge of the National Park would help maintain a fire buffer for the residential precinct, offer a more scenic route and provide the opportunity to create shaded rest points, entirely free from driveways and motor vehicle conflict. These recreational and tourism benefits are not achievable through the Lorikeet Drive alignment.”

Mr Delaney said Peregian Beach Community Association (PBCA) had also urged council “to give due consideration to the use of the western road reserve along DLW”.

In a question put to the council meeting resident Tony Wright asked that council explain “why it has chosen to implement a challenging path through four interconnecting residential streets with hills, intersections, bends and blindspots, rather than the simpler, viable, safer and less disruptive alternative route along the road reserve west of David Low Way”.

Mr Walsh told the meeting “council did look closely at the David Low Way corridor during the Cycling and Walking Strategy”.

“This study sought to plan safer, more connected walking and cycling routes between Tewantin and Peregian Beach and was supported by a Project Reference Group (PRG) made up of representatives from local residents’ associations, community and sporting groups, bike shops, and tourism providers,” he said.

“While it may appear simpler on a map, the David Low Way was not evaluated as a safe or feasible location for a walking and cycling route. The corridor carries high-speed traffic, has complex intersections, and includes narrow, uneven and environmentally sensitive areas in the western road reserve. “Building a continuous, accessible pathwaytherewouldrequiremajorearthworks,vegetation removal and significant structural works, with a poorer safety outcome for users. In contrast, the Lorikeet Drive route scored the highest across all assessment criteria. Residential streets offer a quieter, low-stress environment that is safer and more comfortable for people of all ages, especially children, seniors and less-confident riders.

“Active Street treatments are specifically

designed to manage bends, hills and intersections by slowing traffic, improving visibility and creating a calmer neighbourhood feel. Importantly, this route also delivers the best long-term connectivity - linking homes, parks, schools, the coastal pathway network and the village. It also enables council to address existing issues along Lorikeet Drive such as drainage, kerb upgrades and local safety improvements.”

Mr Phipps asked council, given the “significant opposition”, would it halt progress on the proposed project.

In response Mr Walsh said council understood that some residents have concerns but had “also received positive support and feedback on the project”.

“While staff have not been directed to pause or stop work on the project, the project team is discussing next steps and exploring opportunities for additional community communication with Councillors later this month,” he said.

years of technical work and strong support for safer, more connected walking and cycling options in Peregian Beach. It directly responds to long-standing issues raised by locals, including speeding, pedestrian safety and driveway access challenges.

“An Active Street was chosen because it offers the safest and most suitable treatment for this corridor. It slows traffic, creates a calmer neighbourhood feel, and makes it easier for people of all ages to walk, ride and move around.

“Communities across Australia are embracing this approach due to its proven benefits for safety, health, local amenity and street greening. Importantly, the project is fully funded by State and Federal programs, not by Noosa ratepayers, and also enables council to upgrade kerbs, improve stormwater and drainage, replace the ageing Lorikeet Park bridge and enhance landscaping along the street.

“It’s important to note that the Active Street proposal for Lorikeet Drive is the result of several

“Our goal is to deliver a safer, greener and more accessible street that benefits the entire neighbourhood.”

Santa’s tour

Santa, surf lifesavers, and emergency services personnel will hit the road for the annual Connecting Noosa Christmas Convoy in December.

Now in its sixth year, the convoy will visit communities across the shire, from Kin Kin and Cooran in the north, to Peregian Beach in the south, and everywhere in between – including Noosaville, Tewantin, Pomona and Cooroy.

Council’s Community Connections Manager Alison Hamblin said the event was a great way to spread Christmas cheer, thank local emergency services and bring the community together.

“Every year the crowds grow, and it’s a fantastic way for our emergency services, volunteers and Council staff to connect with locals,” Ms Hamblin said.

“We’re thrilled to have Hot91, ZINC96, Tewantin Noosa RSL and Crackerjack Cooroy on board as sponsors - there will be giveaways at each of the scheduled stops.”

The convoy kicks off Monday, 8 December, at Peregian Beach and travels along the eastern beaches with stops at Peregian Beach Surf Lifesaving Club, Wavecrest Park, Comet Park, Grasstree Court, Oz Care and a drive through Noosa Junction and through Hastings Street.

On Tuesday, 9 December, the convoy heads to Boreen Point, Cooroibah and Noosa Banks, before passing through Kin Kin, Cooran, Pomona and Co-

oroy on Wednesday, 10 December, and Tewantin and Noosaville on Thursday, 11 December.

Families are encouraged to check the maps online at noosa.qld.gov.au and head to one of the designated stops to meet Santa, chat with emergency services and see the vehicles up close.

Mayor Frank Wilkie said the convoy had become a Noosa Christmas highlight.

“This event is fairly unique in Queensland, and it’s become such a well-loved local tradition that our community turns out for in large numbers every year.”

Maps and full details are available at noosa.qld. gov.au/connecting-noosa-christmas-convoy.

Convoy schedule:

• Monday, 8 December: Peregian Beach, Castaways Beach, Marcus Beach, Sunrise Beach, Sunshine Beach, Noosa Junction and through Hastings Street – starts from Peregian Surf Club at 4pm.

• Tuesday, 9 December: Boreen Point, Cooroibah, Noosa Banks – starts at the Boreen Point pub at 4pm.

• Wednesday, 10 December: Kin Kin, Cooran, Pomona, Cooroy – starts 3.15pm at Kin Kin School, finishing at Crackerjack Cooroy.

• Thursday, 11 December: Noosaville and Tewantin – starts 4pm at Noosaville Primary School.

Confess

Being a slave to fashion is not only hard on your wallet it’s disastrous for our planet and Noosa is no exception with around two tonnes of quality clothing and textiles needlessly dumped at the local landfill every week.

To shine a spotlight on this growing but preventable problem, Council has teamed up with local artists ShayeKet Productions for Confashional - a cheeky, week-long interactive performance art exhibition from 24-30 November at Noosa Junction.

“Fast fashion is rapidly filling up landfills across the world,” Noosa Council’s Waste Education and Sustainability Officer, Emma Menzies said.

“In addition to the sheer volume of waste fast fashion creates, the producing and transporting of these doomed garments consumes considerable energy and generates huge emissions, all for the items to be prematurely discarded and the cycle of waste repeated with each new trend.

“Even natural fibres like cotton produce methane as they decompose in landfill, which adds to the environmental impact even further.

“Confashional is a creative way to spark conversations about how we can all make more mindful choices—buy less, choose quality, and keep textiles out of landfill,” Ms Menzies said.

“Through humour and interactive theatre, Shaye and Ket will explore the staggering amount of fashion waste arriving at Noosa landfill.

“Every discarded garment represents wasted water, energy and resources that could’ve been reused or recycled,” Ms Menzies said.

“Visitors can step into the ‘Confashional booth’ and confess their fashion sins and receive an absolution card to help them get back on the path to fashion righteousness.”

In 2024 alone, 1.51 billion items of clothing were sold across the country, averaging 55 gar-

ments for every person. Australia now ranks as the world’s second-largest consumer of textiles per capita, trailing only the United States.

“It’s a sorry statistic, with 30% of clothing ending up in landfill within just one year of purchase, but we can all be a part of the solution. With Confashional we hope to encourage that change.”

Confashional exhibition will run from Monday 24 November to Sunday 30 November, 10am-1pm daily at 16 Lanyana Way, Noosa Junction (next to Frank’s Gym).

Join us for this creative, thought-provoking event and help inspire change in the way we consume fashion.

Health expert’s warning

By Steve Linnell

A leading Noosa respiratory health expert has warned of the dangers of vaping and smoking.

Professor Amy Rigby, who specialises in respiratory medicine at Noosa Hospital, said vaping was a rapidly emerging health crisis that puts young people at risk of both short and long term health problems.

Professor Rigby’s concerns came as the State Government last week passed new laws to crack down on criminal gangs and illegal vape traders by passing new legislation.

Under the new laws, Queensland Health can now shut down illegal businesses for three months (up from three days) without having to go through lengthy court processes.

It can also seize all lawful smoking products found at illegal stores that are ‘tainted’ by being supplied or stored alongside illicit tobacco and vapes, including confectionary, food and other goods. This includes nitrous oxide bulbs and canisters, known as ‘nangs’.

As well, Queensland Health officers can now conduct undercover operations at illicit tobacco and vape stores and landlords have new powers to terminate leases when they are notified their tenant is an illegal operator.

Commercial landlords who knowingly permit illegal tobacco or activity now face a maximum penalty of a $166,900 fine and 12 months in jail.

Professor Rigby said: “Nicotine is so highly addictive that even smoking casually for a few days or weeks can lead to lifelong addiction.”

“Additionally, given how unregulated the sector is, vapes now often have multiple other addictive and potentially harmful substances that can cause immediate harm (and even death) in addition to the longer term side effects. Nicotine poisoning in children may occur.”

“There is an increasing incidence of acute lung injury being seen from vaping. This results in shortness of breath, chest pain, fevers, and dif-

ficulty breathing, and has caused death. For adolescents, vaping can also have lasting impacts on brain development, affecting memory, concentration, and learning.”

“Finally, the stimulating effects of nicotine can also impact mental health. Users may experience anxiety, mood swings, and at times worsening of depression.”

Professor Rigby warned that the long term effects of vaping will lead to increased stress of the health sector.

“We need to act now to prevent the next tsunami of morbidity and mortality from vaping. Just because we don’t have long term data yet on the adverse effects of vaping doesn’t mean we cannot foresee the likely consequences.”

“The delayed effects of smoking on healththe incidence of COPD and lung cancer - peaked many years after the peak era of smoking, by which time it was too late to reverse. This has led to a huge impact on the healthcare sector as we try to manage the effects.”

“Non-users can be affected by second-hand smoke or vape emissions, causing similar health effects to those seen in users. This is especially concerning in more densely populated areas where avoiding exposure is difficult.”

“Utilisation of effective public health strategies such as education, access to cessation programs, and banning of these products statewide, could help see the negative impacts, both shortand long-term, be mitigated.”

Minister for Health and Ambulance Services

Tim Nicholls said: “During Labor’s decade of decline, hundreds of illegal stores opened up selling these dangerous goods to our kids and putting at risk decades of hard-won progress in tobacco control.”

“Our new laws introduce tougher penalties, longer store closures, and powers to seize more stock than ever before.

“These laws will also empower landlords to boot out their dodgy tenants caught peddling these illegal products.”

Helping our wildlife

By Steve Linnell

Wildlife carers and veterinarians across Noosa and the Sunshine Coast responded to hundreds of distraught animals and wildlife following the recent storms.

Wildlife Noosa attended to multiple incidents of nests and young chicks being blown out of trees, some of which were felled by the strong storm winds.

Volunteers at Wildlife Noosa posted on their Facebook page: “Multiple calls for nests and chicks blown out of trees and trees blown down tonight. There are no better carers than the parents.”

“If this has happened on your property, please try to construct a makeshift nest out of a basket, ice cream container with nesting material in it and tie it to the same side of the tree where the nest is or used to be.”

“Make sure if it’s a container that if too deep a chick can get out if/when ready by having a branch on the inside it can climb out from and it has ventilation holes. Make sure nesting materials have no ants or bugs in it and whatever you tie to a tree, also has drain holes.”

“This may need adjusting during the day, preferably after they have been fed in the morning, to provide the best shelter, under foliage and heat from the afternoon sun.”

“Do not take them far from where they were and make sure the parents reunite with them.”

The Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital was also responding to the storms, which left dozens of animals injured and in urgent need of help.

More than 60 patients were admitted in the early hours of Monday morning (25 November), with additional animals continuing to arrive from across the region.

Dr. Ludo Valenza, Wildlife Hospital Manager, said: “It’s all hands on deck at the Wildlife Hospital as we continue to navigate the influx of injured and displaced wildlife.”

“The destructive winds, hail and heavy rain

have caused mass habitat destruction, tearing down trees, destroying nests, and leaving countless baby animals stranded on the ground.”

“The most common patients we are seeing are birds, with many chicks blown from their nests and found on the ground in desperate need of help.”

Among the many birds displaced from their nests are Penelope, a tiny crested pigeon; three young herons found at the base of a tree after destructive winds brought it down; and two juvenile

spoonbills, Soupy and Douglas, who were also found on the ground.

The state-of-the-art rehabilitation facility is also treating other animals affected by the storms, including Polly, a common ringtail possum who fell from a tree and sustained injuries to both back legs. Polly’s two joeys, Lolly and Solly, were clinging to her back and thankfully survived without injury. The joeys will lovingly remain by their Mum’s side as she recovers under the expert care of our veterinary team.

“These animals have had a tough run, but our entire team at the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital is working around the clock to ensure every single patient receives the treatment and care they deserve,” Dr. Valenza said.

The Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, available to help sick, injured and orphaned wildlife.

To find out more about our work and donate, visit wildlifewarriors.org.au

Alternative investments

Alternative Perspective –

Private infrastructure

Alternative investments have surged in popularity among private wealth clients over the past decade as access has broadened beyond large institutions. Importantly, “alternative” does not mean new or untested. Infrastructure, a key alternative sub-asset class, dates back over 170 years to the first private capital investment: the 1,911-mile Transcontinental Railroad in 1852, financed by Union Pacific, Central Pacific, and the US government. Today, private infrastructure spans a wide scope, broadly divided into economic and social infrastructure.

Economic infrastructure

• Transport (Ports, airports, roads, bridges, tunnels, parking, railways, etc.)

• Utilities (Natural gas pipelines, storage, power generation, water, sewage, solid waste etc.)

• Communication (Transmission, broadband networks, towers, satellites etc.)

• Renewable energy (Solar, on-shore & off-shore wind, hydro etc.)

• Social infrastructure

• Education (Colleges/universities, schools, vocational training etc.)

• Healthcare (Hospitals, outpatient clinics, nursing homes etc.)

• Civic (Correctional complexes, courthouses etc.)

Not all infrastructure is investible. Public safety infrastructure, such as Police and Fire Stations and disaster management centres, are typically held on government balance sheets, along with other similar assets that are not intended to produce revenue.

What makes infrastructure …. Infrastructure?

While the definition and opportunity set of infrastructure has evolved since the transcontinental railway, the asset class remains fundamentally underpinned by common characteristics that make it incredibly defensive, with an ability to deliver resilience in a variety of macroeconomic environments.

Characteristics of infrastructure

• High barriers to entry: Projects require signifi-

cant capital and regulatory approvals. Airports and seaports often operate as governmentmandated monopolies.

• Inelastic demand: These assets deliver essential services, ensuring stable demand regardless of economic conditions.

• Long-term orientation: Multi-decade contracts with governments or corporates provide strong cash flow visibility.

• Inflation protection: Many contracts include inflation-linked revenue escalators. For example, Lane Cove Tunnel tolls rise quarterly with CPI. Why now for infrastructure?

In addition to the points noted above, global infrastructure represents a US$100 trillion investment opportunity, driven by aging assets and new projects for a modern economy. The data shows significant private capital will be required to finance projects due to stretched government budgets, and more than 80% of the US$100 trillion spend is in opportunities outside the US.

The yield attributable to infrastructure investments can range from 5-8%, making infrastruc-

ture attractive for income-focused investors. Risks with private infrastructure

Unlisted infrastructure in Australia shows annualised volatility of 5–7%, lower than equities (10–20%) but higher than bonds (3–5%). However, risks extend beyond volatility:

• Regulatory/political risk: Governments can alter terms under political pressure (e.g., Sydney toll review).

• Leverage risk: Capital-intensive projects carry heavy debt, creating vulnerability during rate hikes (e.g., Thames Water).

• Construction risk: Cost overruns and delays can erode returns if risk isn’t transferred (e.g., Channel Tunnel).

• Illiquidity risk: Large, complex assets have limited buyers, and transactions can be lengthy. As with any investment, understanding the asset class and manager is critical. Speak with a financial adviser to assess whether infrastructure suits your portfolio.

As always, tread carefully.

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On The Soapbox

Councillor Amelia Lorentson

Helping to protect Noosa

Every month in Noosa Shire, more than $3 million is lost on poker machines — around $39 million a year. These losses aren’t just statistics; they represent real families under pressure. Gambling is linked to financial stress, relationship breakdowns, and mental health challenges, and the impacts are growing as the cost of living rises.

Noosa now has more than 515 poker machines spread across our clubs and hotels. The most significant concentration is at the Tewantin-Noosa RSL, with others at venues like the Villa Noosa Hotel, Noosa Reef Hotel, the Royal Mail Hotel, the Noosa Heads Surf Club, the Golf Club, the Yacht and Rowing Club, and in hinterland communities including Cooroy, Pomona, Boreen Point, Cooran, and Kin Kin. Together, these venues make up the network contributing to the millions lost every year.

We all enjoy a parmy at the pub and surf club, and for some people, a casual flutter on the pokies is just that — light entertainment. But for many in our community, it isn’t. For too many, pokies are linked to stress, hardship, and harm, and people often turn to them at the exact time they can least afford it.

At the November round of Council meetings, I brought forward a Notified Motion asking Council to develop a formal policy to guide decisions about gaming machines on Council-controlled land, and to reinstate our membership in the Alliance for Gambling Reform. I’m really pleased it received unanimous support. Rejoining the Alliance reinforces and makes louder the strong position Council has taken on protecting our com-

munity from gambling harm.

The motion wasn’t just about raising concerns — it’s about making sure Council has a clear, consistent framework for the installation, expansion, or relocation of poker machines on land we own or manage. While the State Government regulates gaming under the Gaming Machine Act 1991, Council still has a direct responsibility when ma-

chines are placed on community land. Right now, Noosa doesn’t have a policy in place, and that gap leaves room for quiet, incremental increases in machine numbers without proper oversight.

To make sure this work is embedded properly, the motion also asks that the policy be developed as part of the ongoing review of our Community Purpose Land and Infrastructure Tenure Policy.

This ensures decisions about gaming machines are aligned with broader land-use planning and reflect community expectations. It also provides clearer rules for operators, developers, and residents going forward.

Reinstating Council’s membership in the Alliance for Gambling Reform is another important step. Noosa was previously a member in 2018 but withdrew in 2021. Rejoining will give Council access to research, expert advice, case studies, and best-practice approaches to reducing gambling harm — all of which will support better decisionmaking and strengthen the message that Council is serious about protecting the community.

Machine numbers have grown significantly over the past decade, and in an environment where cost-of-living pressures are rising, more people are turning to pokies as a form of escape — often when they’re least able to absorb the losses. That makes it even more important for Council to set a safer baseline and ensure community land isn’t used in ways that put people at risk.

This motion sets a clear direction forward. It strengthens protections for our residents, provides a solid framework for future decisions, and reinforces the importance of putting community wellbeing at the centre of how we manage gaming machines in Noosa.

Thanks to all councillors for their support; my Notified Motion was carried unanimously.

(Please note: This article reflects my personal views and what I expressed at the Ordinary Meeting. It does not represent the official position of Noosa Council).

Active Street concerns

Noosa Today published my letter to the editor on the 10th October 2025 that raised my overall concern about the Peregian Beach Active Street project, this included the safety aspect of bringing vehicle traffic and cyclists together, particularly children. This project is scheduled to start early to mid 2026 that will see 800 metres of Lorikeet Drive on the South Peregian beach front converted to a 30km an hour, bike friendly, active street precinct to the south and north of Victory Park.

Currently, a number of E-bike / scooter riders in the area appear to think they’re above the law, poor rider behaviour presents a real problem that is frequently demonstrated in the South Peregian Beach area. This only punctuates the need for Noosa Council to do a deep dive into their street planning strategy with the aim to deliver a better outcome for this project.

I realise some readers out there would consider my concern here as being somewhat exaggerated, nevertheless, the following delivers some sobering statistics that can’t be overstated.

Noosa Today on the 7th November 2025 published a page 6 article on the tragic E-bike death of an 8 year old boy on the Sunshine Coast recently. The same article quoted a recent study published in the Australian and New Zealand journal of Public Health found there were 176 children aged 5 to 15 hospitalised with E-scooter injuries on the Sunshine Coast Coast in 2023 and 2024. The simple maths here equates to 1 child in this age group being hospitalised with an E-scooter injury every 4 days on the Sunshine Coast, this doesn’t include persons outside this age group or other E-scooter injuries that didn’t require hospital medical attention, so the overall E-scooter injury numbers are likely to be much higher.

Quoted in another local paper recently, this

E-bike/scooter issue is currently such a problem, Queensland’s peak motoring group as well as the peak bicycle advocacy body have now called on the Queensland Government to toughen their laws around E-bikes and their sale. It was also interesting to read lately that the Coolum police have launched operation “Overwatch” that is focused on reducing dangerous and unlawful E-bike behaviour. Sergeant Bryant from Coolum police was quoted as saying some rider behaviour is deeply concerning that is often reckless, disorderly and dangerous. Apparently despite the best efforts of the Coolum police they continue to receive reports of young people riding unlawful high powered E-bikes in a dangerous and antisocial manner.

Noosa Council have stated they can help by educating riders with onsite signage and links to the Noosa Council website with the aim to improve rider behaviour, the point is, when you’re competing with rider immaturity and high levels of testosterone no amount of rider education will guarantee 100% road compliance.

So this takes me back to my original safety concern regarding the Peregian Beach Active Street project that brings vehicle traffic and cyclists together, particularly children.

All things considered Noosa Council, you really need to ask yourself an honest question, is the Peregian Beach Active Street project good for all concerned? It’s one hell of a question don’t you think?

Shane Mohr

South Peregian Beach

Cheap energy?

Before I turn to the much more interesting Test Cricket (Up the Poms) a brief reply to the letters about “cheap energy”.

I read with amazement the assertions in the letters of the Noosa Today that cheap, even free, energy is on its way. Can this be so when we are paying billions of dollars in steel and other components to build turbines on prime farm land and in other places. Research tells me that we pay between $2 and $4 million dollars for each turbine excluding maintenance. Each turbine needs replacing in less than two decades. Not to mention hectares of solar panels. Rare earth minerals for storage batteries not only necessitate the destruction of rain forests; they are very expensive.

There is no obvious information about how the worn out turbines will be disposed.

Yes, I too have benefited since 2012, from my solar panels. It is sad that our government could not work out that supplying every household with solar panels would save the need for this destruction. And our slide into bankruptcy.

Climate change: so we must cease the use of fossil fuels to save the planet! What is going to “do us in” is synthetics! The use of synthetics is increasing rapidly including building houses, furniture, vehicles and almost everything else.

What are synthetics largely made of ? Fossil fuels.

No we are not using less fossil fuels. We continue to use them as pollutants which the Earth and all living life cannot thrive on.

Elizabeth Cameron, Tewantin.

What would the experts know?

Llew O’Brien’s interesting essay on emission reductions (NT 21/11) reminds me of Joh BjelkePetersen and his enthusiastic support for the hydrogen powered car. This wonderful invention of

the 1970’s was supposed to run on plain tap water, but it was clearly a hoax. Nevertheless, when professors of physics at UQ declared that it was impossible to power the car with mere water, Joh said: ‘What would they know’.

Nearly half a century later, there are still politicians who have the same outlook as Joh, namely, ‘what would they (the experts) know?’ Notwithstanding the research and the opinion of a vast majority of reputable scientists, to the effect that immediate action must be taken to stabilise global temperatures, the LNP now wants to return to the climate wars, to the lost years under Tony Abbott when global warming was said to be a hoax, and the power industry was left in limbo when it had to make investment decisions.

In order to conjure up an argument that the cost of living crisis has been made worse by the current Government’s energy and climate policies, Llew has disregarded the major reasons for the present economic situation. These include the GFC, the Covid pandemic, regional wars, quantitative easing (increasing the supply of money), and the effects of climate change itself (drought and floods). Is it any wonder that a Dollar today buys far less than it did just a few years ago? This is a world wide problem.

Llew appears to be saying that all of our troubles started with Kevin Rudd in 2007 when he declared climate change to be the ‘great moral challenge of our generation.’ I think Rudd was right. Generation after generation has been changing the face of the earth, never questioning whether the unbridled exploitation of nature may not be robbery of future generations. Are we so impoverished today that we cannot afford to make a realistic effort to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change?

Bill Bodkin

Tewantin

Regional media calls for unity on incentive law reform

Country Press Australia (CPA) has praised the Albanese Government for taking the first critical step toward making the News Bargaining Incentive law in Australia and has called on politicians from all parties to support this vital reform.

CPA President Damian Morgan said the Incentive is “a strong and necessary step toward securing the future of public interest journalism across regional Australia.”

The News Bargaining Incentive is a worldfirst policy, building on the success of the News Media Bargaining Code, which established ongoing payments from Google and Meta to news producers for the use of their content.

While Google has continued to make payments, Meta walked away. Now, with the draft legislation released for public consultation, CPA is urging parliamentarians across the political divide to unite behind this next step in strengthening Australia’s independent media sector by securing payments from global social media companies, including Meta and TikTok.

“For too long, much of the advertising revenue that once funded local journalism has been captured by global technology platforms with monopolistic power,” Mr Morgan said.

“These global social media corporations dominate the digital advertising market but invest nothing back into the communities from which they profit. Their business models depend on the work of journalists yet contribute nothing to sustaining the local reporting that keeps communities connected and holds institutions to account.”

The impact of this imbalance has been severe. In some local government areas, there are now no independent journalists left to report on council meetings, scrutinise public decisions, celebrate local achievements and connect local communities.

“When local journalism disappears, transparency and trust in local democracy disappear with it,” Mr Morgan said.

“The News Bargaining Incentive is a practical, bipartisan opportunity to help rebalance this inequity, to recognise the public value of journalism, and to sustain the people and businesses who produce it.”

Country Press Australia is calling for all members of Parliament to advocate for the swift passage of the legislation once consultation concludes.

The Guide

PICK OF THE WEEK

BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS CHRISTMAS SPECIAL Seven, Friday, 7pm

As packed as your social calendar might be, it’s wise to accept this invite to the BetterHomesandGardensannual gathering. The laidback lifestyle experts get together at Calmsley Hill City Farm for their Christmas special, during which they share food, jokes and their favourite highlights of 2025. Among the delicious treats on offer are a grilled ham served with a peach salad from Colin Fassnidge and a seasonal dessert board prepared by Clarissa Feildel. Meanwhile, Dr Harry Cooper showcases the property’s working dogs and interior designer Juliet Love shares ways you can do festive entertaining in style and on a budget.

From the Kimberley to Cape York, the Torres Strait and Tasmania, there’s not much of this country that modern-day explorers Jase Andrews and Simon Anderson (pictured) haven’t seen – and documented for a swag of fellow 4x4 enthusiasts in their popular outdoor series. The pair’s latest offroad expedition sees the adventurers joined by newcomer Mitch in one of the country’s most remote frontiers: Arnhem Land, an area of vast, unspoilt wilderness in northeast corner of the Northern Territory. The trio battle rough tracks, crocfilled rivers and wild coastlines as they share the raw beauty, epic campsites and phenomenal fishing spots to be found when visiting this sacred space.

Friday, November 28

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News

Mornings. 10.00 Portrait Artist Of The Year. (PG, R) 11.05 The Forsytes. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 The Newsreader. (Mal, R) 2.00 Grand Designs Australia. (PG, R) 3.00 QI. (PG, R) 3.30 Forever Summer With Nigella. (R) 3.55 Grand Designs Revisited. (PG, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Gardening Australia. Celebrates Jane Edmanson’s 38 years on the ABC.

8.30 Maigret. (Mav) Maigret grapples with his failure and tries to understand the man whom he failed to protect.

9.25 Hard Quiz. (R) Hosted by Tom Gleeson.

9.55 Crime Night! (PG, R) Hosted by Julia Zemiro.

10.25 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)

10.55 ABC Late News.

11.15 Silent Witness. (Ma, R)

12.15 Rage New Music. (MA15+dhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)

6am Morning Programs. 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Royal Autopsy. (Man, R) 2.55 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 3.00 Nula. 3.30 Living Black: 50 Years Of SBS Indigenous. (R) 3.35 Such Was Life. (R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 London: 2,000 Years Of History. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Discovering Film: Robert Redford. 8.30 MOVIE: Thelma And Louise: Born To Live. (2025, M, R) Geena Davis. 9.30 Discovering Film: Maggie Smith. (PG, R) 10.25 SBS World News Late. 10.55 Sisi. (MA15+a, R) 11.55 Tokyo Vice. (MA15+asv, R) 2.15 Stutter School: Untold Australia. (PGa, R) 3.15 The Story Of Cheese. (R) 4.15 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Morning

SEVEN (7)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 MOVIE: Sitting In Limbo. (2020, Mal, R) Patrick Robinson. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. (R) Hosted by Bradley Walsh. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur.

6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs. 8.30 MOVIE: Love Actually. (2003, Mlns, R) Explores a series of interlocking vignettes about love and romance in Britain in the weeks before Christmas. Hugh Grant, Colin Firth, Emma Thompson. 11.15 MOVIE: Firestarter. (2022, MA15+av, R) A girl gains the power to set things on fire. Zac Efron. 1.15 In Plain Sight. (Madv) 2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.

7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 10.55 Bananas In Pyjamas. 11.10 Mister Maker Around The World. 11.40 Fizzy And Suds. 12.45pm Vida The Vet. 2.15 Thomas. 2.50 Gardening Australia Junior. 3.05 Play School. 3.40 Fizzy And Suds. 4.10 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.30 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Scooby-Doo And Guess Who? 8.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 9.00 Robot Wars. 10.00 Late Programs.

SPICKS AND SPECKS

ABC TV, Sunday, 7.30pm

With a fan base as devoted as any rock band, this beloved music trivia show is still entertaining audiences and celebrating Aussie artists 20 years after it first burst onto the scene. Tonight, host Adam Hills and team captains Alan Brough and Myf Warhurst welcome another OG back to the panel: Angie Hart (pictured), the lead singer of ’90s pop band Frente! who appeared on the show’s pilot episode in 2005. In fact, Hart was a pioneer of the show’s infamous “Substitute” round, singing from the Torana 1600 service manual. She’s on the mic again this time, hoping teammates Brough and Zoë Coombs Marr can decode lyrics from a table tennis strategy guide before rivals Warhurst, Robert Baxter and Noah Szto buzz in.

THE ROOKIE

Seven, Monday, 8.30pm

One of this police procedural’s most elusive villains returns for Monday’s compelling season seven finale. Affable sociopath Oscar Hutchinson (Matthew Glave) has been on the run since escaping from prison at the end of season six, but seasoned cop John Nolan (Nathan Fillion, pictured) is hot on the fugitive’s tail. Nolan heads to Las Vegas with fellow detective Nyla Harper (Mekia Cox) in a determined bid to catch Hutchinson while the crook recovers some stolen diamonds buried in the desert, but the criminal always seems to be one step ahead. Elsewhere, Lopez (Alyssa Diaz) looks into a mysterious bank robbery, while couple Chen (Melissa O’Neil) and Bradford (Eric Winter) adjust to her new work schedule.

NINE (8, 9)

TEN (5, 1)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Christmas In The Highlands. (2019, G, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs. 7.30

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Find My Beach House Australia. (Return) Hosted by Shelley Craft.

8.30 MOVIE: Aquaman. (2018, Mav, R) A half-human, half-Atlantean goes on a quest to retrieve the legendary Trident of Atlan and protect the water world. Jason Momoa, Amber Heard.

11.15 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R)

12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 Drive TV: Launch Pad. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 Home Shopping. 5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)

9GEM (81, 92)

6.00 10 News+.

7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.30 Big Brother Australia. (Malns) Hosted by Mel Tracina. 8.30 Ambulance UK. (Ma, R) In the first of two strike days, North West Ambulance Service loses over a third of its workforce. 9.40 The Graham Norton Show. (Ml, R) Celebrity guests include Cillian Murphy. 10.50 10’s Late News. 11.20

7.55 France 24 Feature. 8.10 NHK Newsline. 8.40 CBC The National. 9.30 BBC News At Six. 10.00 Mastermind Aust. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 Forbidden History. 1.20 Deep Fake Neighbour Wars. 2.15 The Bee Whisperer. 3.05 Bamay. 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.40 If You Are The One. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Virgin Island. (Premiere) 10.20 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 11.15 What It Feels Like For A Girl. 1.15am Letterkenny. 3.15 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Animal Rescue. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 DVine Living. 1.30 The Zoo. 2.00 House Of Wellness. 3.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Bargain Hunt. 12.30am Escape To The Country. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Animal Rescue. 3.00 Better Homes. 5.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Golf. PGA Tour of Australasia. Aust PGA C’ship. 4pm GolfBarons. 4.30 Antiques Roadshow. 5.00 Find My Country House NZ. 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Antiques Downunder. (Return) 8.30 MOVIE: The Fugitive. (1993, M) 11.05 The Equalizer. 12.05am GolfBarons. 12.35 Find My Country House NZ. 1.00 Creflo. 1.30 MOVIE: All Neat In Black Stockings. (1969, M) 3.30 Seaway. 4.30 Antiques Roadshow. 5.00 Yorkshire Auction House.

7MATE (74) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs.

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 The West Wing. Noon Pretty Little Liars. 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: Sherlock Holmes. (2009, M) 10.05 MOVIE: Sherlock Holmes 2: A Game Of Shadows. (2011, M) 12.45am The Vampire Diaries. 2.35 Supernatural. 3.30 Surfing Aust. 4.00 Barbie: Dreamhouse Adventures. 4.30 LEGO Jurassic World: Legend Of Isla Nublar. 4.50 Hop. 5.10 Booba. 5.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Creek To Coast. 8.00 America’s Game. 9.00 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion. 10.00 Garage 41. 10.30 American Resto. 11.00 Storage Wars. 11.30 American Pickers. 12.30pm Pawn Stars. 1.30 NFL Tailgate. 2.30 Cricket. WBBL. Sixers v Heat. 6.00 Cricket. Women’s BBL. Strikers v Thunder. 9.30 MOVIE: 2 Guns. (2013, MA15+) 11.45 MOVIE: Death Wish. (1974, MA15+) 1.50am Surveillance Oz. 3.00 NFL. NFL. Week 12. Arizona Cardinals v Jacksonville Jaguars. Replay.

9GO! (82, 93)

6am The Movie Show. 6.15 Whina. (2022, PGa, Maori, English) 8.20 Golden Years. (2016, PGals) 10.15 Cat Call. (2023, Ma, Hungarian) Noon Suffragette. (2015, Malv) 2.00 The Magic Of Belle Isle. (2012, PGals) 4.00 The Monk And The Gun. (2023, PGa, Dzongkha, English) 6.05 Paperback Hero. (1999, PGalsv) 7.50 And So It Goes. (2014, Ms) 9.30 Sense And Sensibility. (1995) 12.10am The Duke. (2020, Mls) 1.55 Dead Again. (1991, Malsv) 3.55 The Tender Bar. (2021, Mals)

Saturday, November 29

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00

ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Return To Paradise. (PG, R) 1.25 Maigret. (Mav, R) 2.20 All Creatures Great And Small. (PG, R) 3.10 Queensland Symphony Orchestra. 4.45 Mamirnikuwi. (PG, R) 4.55 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 5.30 Landline. (R)

6.00 Australian Story: Peter Garrett. (R) Presented by Leigh Sales.

6.30 Stateline. (R) An analysis of politics and local issues.

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

7.30 Return To Paradise. (PG) After a CEO is poisoned during a spiritual ceremony at a corporate retreat, the killer’s method defies explanation.

8.30 Vera. (Mav, R) A hit-and-run and a stabbing death, in a remote Northumberland valley, have Vera and her team investigating the connection between the two people involved.

10.00 The Forsytes. (PG, R) James attempts to sabotage Joylon.

10.55 Bergerac. (Mal, R) Bergerac goes rogue with a new lead.

11.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 4pm Knee High Spies. 4.20 Millie Magnificent. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Octonauts And The Mariana Trench Adventure. 6.30 Paddington. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 8.00 Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament Of Houses. 8.40 Chopped Jnr. 9.25 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.05 Late Programs.

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs.

Noon MOVIE: Free Willy. (1993, PG) 1.55 Africa’s Underwater Wonders. 2.45 Nula. 3.20 Supreme Team. 4.30 Faboriginal. 5.00 Pacific Island Food Revolution. 6.00 Amplify.

6.40 The Other Side. 7.30 Alone Australia.

8.30 MOVIE: Constantine. (2005, MA15+)

10.35 MOVIE: Graffiti Bridge. (1990, PG) 12.05am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 9.00 The Point: Road To Referendum History

Bites. (R) 9.10 Matched. (PG, R) 10.00

Puppy Secrets: The First Six Months. (R) 11.00 Shepherdess. (PG, R) 11.30 Soccer. Australian Championship. Semi-final 1. 2.30 Soccer. Australian Championship. Semi-final 2. 5.30 Going Places. (PGa, R)

6.00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 A Royal Guide To Christmas. Looks at the Christmas period for the royals.

8.25 Christmas In The Cotswolds. (R)

A look at The Cotswolds at Christmas.

9.20 Christmas At Longleat. (R)

A look at Longleat at Christmas.

10.20 Reckless. (Malv, R)

11.15 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Ma, R)

2.35 The Story Of Chocolate. (PGa, R) 3.35 Being Beethoven. (PGa, R)

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

SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning

Programs. 1.05pm Curse Of Oak Island. 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.40 Mastermind Aust. 6.40 History’s Greatest Of All-Time With Peyton Manning. 7.30 Impossible Engineering. 8.30 Cult Massacre: One Day In Jonestown. (Premiere) 10.20 Snowpiercer. 12.05am While The Men Are Away. 2.15 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Morning Programs. 12.35pm Dead Again. (1991, Malsv) 2.40 Golden Years. (2016, PGals) 4.30 Whina. (2022, PGa, Maori, English) 6.35 Music & Lyrics. (2007, PG) 8.30 Saturday Night Fever. (1977, MA15+al) 10.45 The Handmaiden. (2016, MA15+alnsv, Korean, Japanese) 1.25am And So It Goes. (2014, Ms) 3.05 Sense And Sensibility. (1995)

SEVEN (7)

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 13. Adelaide Grand Final. Day 1. Qualifying and support races. 2.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 13. Adelaide Grand Final. Day 1. Pre-race and race 33. 5.00 Jabba’s Movies. (PGv, R) 5.30 Creek To Coast.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 MOVIE: Sister Act. (1992, PGv, R) A singer on the run takes refuge in a convent. Whoopi Goldberg.

9.10 MOVIE: Sister Act 2: Back In The Habit. (1993, G, R) A group of nuns enlists a cabaret singer to go undercover as one of their own to coach some rebellious students. Whoopi Goldberg, Maggie Smith, Kathy Najimy.

11.25 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 13. Adelaide Grand Final. Day 1. Highlights. 12.25 Dr Harry’s Animal Encounters. (PG, R) 1.25 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 It’s Academic. (R) 5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)

7TWO (72)

6am Morning Programs.

5pm Harry’s Practice. 5.30 Animal Rescue. 6.00 Dog Patrol. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 1.30am The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Animal Rescue. 2.30 Creek To Coast. 3.00 Weekender. 3.30 The Zoo. 4.00 Harry’s Practice. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Late Programs.

7MATE (74)

6am Morning Programs. 1pm Blokesworld. 1.30 Cool Cars & Bikes. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 Motor Racing. National Drag Racing C’ship. Top Fuel C’ship. 4.00 Desert Collectors. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Grand Final. 9.00 MOVIE: Battleship. (2012, M) 11.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 11.00 Golf. PGA Tour of Australasia. Australian PGA C’ship. Third round. 4.00 Find My Beach House Australia. (R) 4.30 The Garden Gurus. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. (PG)

6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE: Barbie. (2023, PGlv, R) Barbie leaves Barbieland for the first time. Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling.

9.50 MOVIE: Hairspray. (2007, PGls, R) A teen auditions for a TV dance show. Nikki Blonsky, Zac Efron.

12.00 MOVIE: Suburbicon. (2017, MA15+alv, R) Matt Damon.

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PG)

2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Mission Melanoma: On The Road Together. 11.00 Airport 24/7. (PGa, R) 12.00 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (PGa, R) 1.00 Silvia’s Italian Masterclass. 1.30 The Yes Experiment. (PG) 2.00 4x4 Adventures. 3.00 Buy To Build. 3.30 Well Traveller. (PGa) 4.00 All 4 Adventure. (Return, PGl) 5.00 News.

6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Mark Coles Smith. 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. A couple want to travel in a converted bus. 8.40 Location, Location, Location Australia. (R) Follows property experts Mitch Edwards and Mark McKie as they search for the perfect home for two sets of buyers. 9.50 Harry And Meghan: The Rise And Fall. (PGa) Looks at Harry and Meghan’s life. 10.50 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv, R) The team hunts down a team of killers. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

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6am Morning

Programs. Noon MOVIE: A Hill In Korea. (1956, PG) 1.30 MOVIE: Birdman Of Alcatraz. (1962, PG) 4.30 M*A*S*H. 6.00 MOVIE: The Lone Gun. (1954, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Gone In 60 Seconds. (2000, M) 9.50 MOVIE: Gran Torino. (2008, M) 12.15am MOVIE: A Cure For Wellness. (2016, MA15+) 3.05 Late Programs. 6am

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6am Morning Programs. 1.40pm Soccer. English Premier League. Newcastle United v Manchester City. Replay. 3.40 Surfing Aust. 4.40 Young Sheldon. 5.10 MOVIE: Charlie And The Chocolate Factory. (2005, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers. (2002, M) 11.10 The Winter King. 12.20am Love Island Games. 2.20 Late Programs.

ABC TV (2)

Sunday, November 30

6.00 Grand Designs Australia. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG)

8.00 Portrait Artist Of The Year. (PG) Heat five features an array of unique talent.

8.50 The Forsytes. (PG) Jolyon recommits to his family.

9.45 Return To Paradise. (PGa, R) A CEO is poisoned at a corporate retreat.

10.45 When The War Is Over. (PGa, R) 11.15 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 11.40 Nigella’s Christmas Bites. (R) 12.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.00 Dream Gardens. (R) 3.30 The Art Of. (Ml, R) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 3.30pm PJ Masks Power Heroes. 4.00 Knee High Spies. 4.20 Millie Magnificent. 5.10 Kangaroo Beach Summer Special. 5.30 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.35 The Mysterious Benedict Society. (Final) 8.10 Crongton. 8.35 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.20 Abbott Elementary. 10.00 Late Programs.

NITV (34)

SBS (3)

6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Ireland’s Secrets From Above. (PGa, R) 12.00 APAC Weekly. 12.30 PBS Washington Week. 12.55 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 When The World Watched. (Premiere) 4.00 My Rembetika Blues. (R) 5.35 Blood Money: Inside The Nazi Economy. (PGaw, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Pearl Harbor: Battle In The Pacific. A re-creation of the attack on Pearl Harbor.

8.30 Troy Story. Explores the latest archaeology and science about whether or not the Trojan War really happened. 10.15 Bronze Age Apocalypse: Pt 1. (R) 11.55 Peter O’Toole: Along Sky Roads To Aqaba. (MA15+l, R) 1.35 Franklin. (MA15+l, R) 3.15 Tutankhamun. (PG, R) 4.20 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (Ml, R) 4.55 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. 2.45pm Jeopardy! 4.50 WorldWatch. 5.50 History’s Greatest Heists With Pierce Brosnan. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Inside The Cult Of The Jesus Army. 10.50 Liaison. 11.50 Myths: The Greatest Mysteries Of Humanity. 12.50am Secrets Of America’s Shadow Government. 1.35 Late Programs.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

SEVEN (7) 6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. (Final) 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PGa, R) 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. (Final) 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 Nigella’s Christmas Bites. (R) 3.20 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.10 Extraordinary Escapes. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 11.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 12.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 13. Adelaide 500. Day 2. Qualifying and support races. 2.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 13. Adelaide 500. Day 2. Prerace and race 34. 5.00 Border Security. (PG, R) 5.30 Weekender.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 7NEWS Spotlight. Presented by Michael Usher. 8.00 Ultimate Crash Test. (Premiere, PGal) Looks at what happens in a multi-vehicle pileup. 10.00 MOVIE: Green Book. (2018, Ml, R) A pianist hires a toughtalking chauffeur. Viggo Mortensen. 12.40 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 13. Adelaide 500. Day 2. Highlights. 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72)

6am Morning Programs. 1pm The Surgery Ship. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Animal Rescue. 3.00 Hornby: A Model Empire. 4.00 Escape To The Country. 7.00 Greatest Escapes To The Country. 7.45 Mrs Brown’s Boys. 8.30 Vera. 10.30 Murdoch Mysteries. 12.30am Harry’s Practice. 1.00 Better Homes. 2.00 Vera. 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.15 And So It Goes. (2014, Ms) 12.55pm The Duke. (2020, Mls) 2.40 Dean Spanley. (2008, PG) 4.35 Finding You. (2020, PGal) 6.50 The Man Who Knew Too Little. (1997, PGlsv) 8.30 Solace. (2015, MA15+asv) 10.25 On The Basis Of Sex. (2018, Ml) 12.40am Saturday Night Fever. (1977, MA15+al) 2.50 Late Programs. 7MATE (74) 6am Morning Programs. 2.35pm The Drover’s Boy. 2.50 MOVIE: Loudmouth. (2022, PG) 5.00 MOVIE: Graffiti Bridge. (1990, PG) 6.40 Africa’s Underwater Wonders. 7.30 The American Buffalo. 8.30 Johnny Cash: Redemption Of An Idol. 10.10 MOVIE: One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest. (1975, M) 12.30am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm Cricket. WBBL. Sixers v Thunder. 6.00 Border Security: Int. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: Venom. (2018, M) 10.35 MOVIE: Flatliners. (2017, M) 12.55am Blokesworld. 1.30 Counting Cars. 2.30 Border Security: Int. 3.30 Border Security. 4.00 NFL. NFL. Week 13. Indianapolis Colts v Houston Texans.

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6.00 Hello SA. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Cross Court. 10.30 Drive TV: Launch Pad. 11.00 Golf. PGA Tour of Australasia. Australian PGA C’ship. Final round. 4.00 Explore TV. (R) 4.30 RBT. (PGdl, R) 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 My Way. 6am Morning Programs. 9.30 Key Ingredient. (Return) 10.00 Farm To Fork. (R) 10.30 10 Minute Kitchen. (R) 11.00 Charming China. (R) 11.30 Pooches At Play. (R) 12.00 The Dog Academy. (PGa) 1.00 4x4 Adventures. (PGl, R) 2.00 Food Trail: South Africa. (R) 2.30 House Hunters Aust. (R) 3.00 Wheel Of Fortune. (R) 4.00 Lingo. (R) 5.00 News.

6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 60 Minutes. Current affairs program. 8.00 Live Aid: When Rock ‘n’ Roll Took On The World. (Ml) The second half of Live Aid in the US is a success. 10.00 Essex Millionaire Murders. (Mdv) Detectives close in on Luke D’Wit.

11.00 Mobsters: Nicky Scarfo. (Madv) 11.50 World’s Most Dangerous Prisoners: Osuna. (MA15+av, R)

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

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

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6am Morning Programs. 12.50pm MOVIE: War Drums. (1957, PG) 2.20 MOVIE: Sitting Bull. (1954, PG) 4.30 MOVIE: Support Your Local Gunfighter. (1971, PG) 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 TBA. 11.00 Major Crimes. Midnight MOVIE: Bad Boys. (1983, MA15+) 2.05 MOVIE: Chase A Crooked Shadow. (1958, PG) 3.55 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Basketball. WNBL. Bendigo Spirit v Adelaide. 1.30pm Soccer. English Premier League. Arsenal v Tottenham Hotspur. Replay. 3.30 Jeopardy! UK. 4.30 Young Sheldon. 4.55 MOVIE: Superman II. (1980, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Batman Begins. (2005, M) 10.15 MOVIE: Catwoman. (2004, M) 12.20am Gotham. 1.15 Late Programs.

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Big Brother Australia. (PGalns) Hosted by Mel Tracina. 8.10 Ghosts Australia. (PGalv) Kate and Sean meet their wealthy neighbours, and a dispute quickly escalates. 8.40 FBI. (Mv, R) Jubal’s long-time confidential informant brings intel of an impending large-scale terror attack to the team. 10.40 10 News+. (R) Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 11.30 NCIS. (Mad, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

Christmas cheer at Civic

Christmas Cheer at Noosa Civic

Get set for all the festive feels at 3.30pm on Wednesday 3 December when Noosa Mini Strings & Ensemble from Good Shepherd Lutheran College take the stage. This talented 40-piece group will bring a mid-week dose of Christmas spirit you won’t want to miss. Arrive early so you don’t miss the giveaways!

Photos with Santa

Find jolly Santa at his traditional grotto, plus you won’t want to miss this year’s mesmerising animated teddy bear display. Bookings for Santa Photos are recommended, and essential for Sensitive Santa and Santa Paws sessions.

Santa Letters

Letters to Santa can be posted in the mailbox at Santa’s Grotto and will receive a special reply! Last collection day is Monday 15th December. Win Big. Gift Better!

Tick everyone off your list. The Civic’s gift guide has ideas for every style and budget. You’ll find their favourite things, from fashion and fragrances, to the must-have gadgets and games. And you could find yourself $500 when you enter the Christmas Giveaway!

Charity Gift Wrapping

The Charity Gift Wrapping counter returns from Sunday 30 November, with a new range of beautiful wrapping paper and the helping hands of volunteers from Katie Rose Cottage Hospice, The Cancer Council, Rotary Noosa Daybreak, KNGO Australia and Australian Red Cross. 100% of donations go to the charity partners.

SunnyKids Gift Appeal

Plus, you’ll find a SunnyKids collection point in centre (near Mister Minit) for toy donations, making this Christmas a little brighter for vulnerable families supported by SunnyKids. Find out more at www.noosacivic.com.au

This year’s Christmas shopping covered at Noosa Fair

The festive season has arrived, and there’s no better place to get all of your Christmas needs than at Noosa Fair Shopping Centre. From sparkling decorations to Christmas dinner the centre is your one-stop destination for gifts, gatherings and good times.

Wander through our stores and discover

this year’s most-wanted gifts—from fashion and accessories to homewares, tech, beauty, toys and treats. Whether you’re shopping for the little ones, planning the perfect Secret Santa, or spoiling someone special, you’ll find inspiration around every corner.

For families, keep an eye out for our school holiday activities, giveaways, and Christmas photo moments that add a little extra magic to your visit.

Let us help make your Christmas effortless. With extended trading hours, convenient park-

ing, and a wide range of gift ideas, Noosa Fair Shopping Centre is here to take the stress out of the season so you can focus on what matters most—celebrating, connecting, and creating memories.

Visit us this Christmas and experience the season in style.

Festive fun to be had every Saturday in the Junction

Kick off your Christmas season in Noosa Junction with four Saturdays of Christmas action — street performers, live carols and free balloon art bringing the precinct to life. It’s the perfect way to tick off the shopping — relaxed, friendly, stress-free and fun.

While you’re here, shop local and you could score one of four $2,000 Christmas Shopping Spree prize packs. Every purchase puts you in the running — gifts, stocking fillers and those something-special finds all right here in the Junction.

Take the time to explore. A unique mix of fashion, homewares, wellness and local favourites — plus great food and plenty of character — makes the Junction hard to beat. There’s always something new to find.

This festive season, discover what makes us sparkle — local businesses, local people and weekends filled with Christmas cheer.

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Monday, December 1

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

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (PG, R) 10.30 Vera. (Mav, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Landline. (Final, R) 2.00 Death In Paradise. (Mv, R) 3.00

QI. (PG, R) 3.30 Forever Summer With Nigella. (R) 3.55 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Australian Story: On The Brink – Bon Scott. (R) A look at the life of Bon Scott.

8.40 MOVIE: Songs Inside. (2024, Ml) Incarcerated women enter a songwriting program. Nancy Bates. 10.05 I Was Actually There: Woomera Detention Centre Breakout. (PG, R) 10.40 ABC Late News.

10.55 The Business. (R)

11.10 Creative Types With Virginia Trioli. (PGv, R)

11.35 Grand Designs New Zealand. (Ml, R) 12.30 Long Lost Family. (R) 1.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.25 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 1.10pm Octonauts. 2.45 TBA. 3.00 Play School. 3.40 Fizzy And Suds. 4.10 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.30 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Gladiators UK. 9.35 The Crystal Maze. 10.20 Late Programs.

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. 11.05 The Isle Of Rum. (PGaw) 12.10 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News Weekend. 1.30 Al Jazeera News Hour. 2.00 Imagined Touch. (PGl, R) 2.35 Larapinta: End To End. (PG) 3.40 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.10 We Hear You. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Bill Bailey’s Vietnam Adventure. (PG)

8.30 Never Mind The Buzzcocks Christmas. (Mls, R) Presented by Greg Davies.

9.25 Jimmy Carr’s I Literally Just Told You. (M)

10.20 SBS World News Late. 10.50

The Man Who Died. (Mav) 11.40 A Criminal Affair. (Mals, R) 1.20 Bowled Over: Untold Australia. (Mal, R) 2.25 Looking For Rembrandt. (PGa, R) 3.30 Boswell And Johnson’s Scottish Road Trip. (PGal, R) 4.25 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning

Programs. 3pm History’s Crazy Rich Ancients. 3.25 Bamay. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.45 Mysteries From Above. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 DNA Journey. 9.40 MOVIE: Monty Python’s Life Of Brian. (1979, M) 11.25 Question Team. 12.15am Django. 1.15 Creamerie. 2.20 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 MOVIE: Sweet Navidad. (2021, PGa, R) Camila Banus. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Border Patrol. (PG)

7.30 Queen: In Their Own Words. (Mal, R) The story of rock band Queen.

8.30 The Rookie. (Final, Mav) Nolan and Harper work together to catch Oscar. Lopez investigates a bank robbery.

9.30 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. (Mav) A brewery foreman is kidnapped.

11.30 Autopsy USA. (Ma, R)

12.30 Girlfriends’ Guide To Divorce. (MA15+s)

1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72)

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6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra Summer. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: A Royal Proposal: A Royal In Paradise II. (2024, G) Rhiannon Fish, Mitchell Bourke. 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 9.00 Lingo.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Travel Guides. (PGl, R) The guides head to Newcastle, NSW.

8.40 MOVIE: The Castle. (1997, Ml, R) The happy existence of a man and his family is disrupted when they are told they must leave their home. Michael Caton, Sophie Lee, Anne Tenney.

10.35 The Equalizer. (Mav) McCall, Dante and Miles are held hostage.

11.25 Transplant. (MA15+m, R)

12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.05 Hello SA. (PG)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

9GEM (81, 92)

6am Morning Programs. 1pm Hornby: A Model Empire. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Hornby: A Model Empire. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Endeavour. 10.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 11.30 Doc Martin. 12.30am Bargain Hunt. 1.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. Noon New Tricks. 1.00 Building Icons. 2.00 World’s Greatest Natural Icons. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Happy Go Lovely. (1951) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 10.40 Major Crimes. 11.40 New Tricks. 12.50am Late Programs.

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.30 Big Brother Australia. (Malns) Hosted by Mel Tracina. 8.40 Sam Pang Tonight. (Final, Mals) A weekly tonight show hosted by Sam Pang, featuring a monologue roasting the news of the week. 9.40 Just For Laughs Australia. (MA15+ls) Stand-up comedy performances from Joanne McNally, Nazeem Hussain and Tom Cashman. 10.40 10’s Late News. 11.05 10 News+. (R) 12.05 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. Noon Pretty Little Liars. 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 Love Island Australia. 9.45 MOVIE: The Edge Of Seventeen. (2016, M) 11.50 Seinfeld. 12.50am The Vampire Diaries. 2.40 Supernatural. 3.30 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 1.40pm Shepherdess. 2.00 On Country Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 The 77 Percent. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Africa’s Underwater Wonders. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Karla Grant Presents. 9.00 Prison Songs. 9.55 MOVIE: Krush Groove. (1985, M) 11.35 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.20pm 5 To 7. (2014, Mals) 2.10 Music & Lyrics. (2007, PG) 4.05 The Final Countdown. (1980, PGalv) 6.00 Manganinnie. (1980, PGa) 7.40 The Legend Of The Christmas Witch. (2018, PGalv, Italian) 9.30 The Tower. (2012, Mal, French, Korean) 11.50 Infinite Storm. (2022, Maln) 1.40am Late Programs.

Tuesday, December 2

ABC TV (2)

7MATE (74)

6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Adelaide Grand Final. H’lights. 3.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Adelaide 500. H’lights. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Opal Hunters. 9.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 10.30 Mighty Ships. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GO! (82, 93)

SBS (3)

(7) 6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 The Art Of... (PG, R) 10.30 Call The Midwife. (PGa, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 The Forsytes. (PG, R) 2.00 Death In Paradise. (Ma, R) 3.00 QI. (PG, R) 3.30 Forever Summer With Nigella. (R) 3.55 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 When The War Is Over: Afghanistan. (PGa)

8.30 The Piano UK. (PG, R) The public play a piano at Birmingham New Street Station.

9.20 The Art Of. (Malns)

9.50 The Assembly. (PG, R)

10.35 ABC Late News. 10.50 The Business. (R) 11.10 MOVIE: Songs Inside. (2024, Ml, R) Nancy Bates.

12.35 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 1.25 Long Lost Family. (R) 2.15 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv) 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (PGa, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.45pm TBA. 3.00 Children’s Programs. 4.10 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.30 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Animals Up Close With Bertie Gregory. 9.15 Super Shark Highway. 10.10 Late Programs.

NITV (34)

Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Indian Country Today News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Africa’s Underwater Wonders. 7.30 Water Worlds. 8.30 Unleash The Beast.

9.30 Hunting Aotearoa. 10.30 MOVIE: One Thousand Ropes. (2017, M) 12.15am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 10.15 Leave No Trace. 11.10 Who Do You Think You Are? US. (PGa, R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 12.55 PBS News. 1.55 Changing Channels. 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Stutter School: Untold Australia. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great British Railway Journeys: Swanage To Portchester. (PGa, R)

8.30 Who Do You Think You Are? Vicky McClure. Actor Vicky McClure explores her roots.

9.35 Australia: An Unofficial History. (Mals, R)

10.40 SBS World News Late. 11.10 Families Like Ours. (Malv) 12.10 Carmen Curlers. (Malsv, R) 2.30 Looking For Rembrandt. (Ms, R) 3.35 Boswell And Johnson’s Scottish Road Trip. (PG, R) 4.25 Growing A Greener World. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. 2.10pm Dreaming Whilst Black. 2.40 Stutter School: Untold Australia. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.50 Mysteries From Above. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Tribe With Bruce Parry. 9.40 Go Back To Where You Came From UK. 10.45 Hoarders. 11.30 Dark Side Of The Ring. 12.25am The Nine Lives Of. 1.15 Late Programs.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 MOVIE: A Christmas Mission. (2020, PGl, R) Mary Antonini. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Border Patrol. (PG)

7.30 Highway Patrol. (PGa, R) Officers spot some dodgy activity.

8.30 Murder In A Small Town. (Mav) After political deception is uncovered, everyone becomes a suspect when Mayor Holman is attacked.

9.30 Homicide: With Ron Iddles: Terry Floyd. (PGa, R) A look at the case of Terry Floyd.

10.30 MOVIE: The Social Network. (2010, Ml, R) Jesse Eisenberg. 1.00 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72)

6am Morning Programs. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.45 Judge John Deed. 10.45 Autopsy USA. 11.45 Bargain Hunt. 12.45am Late Programs.

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6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra Summer. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Forever Christmas. (2018, PGa, R) Chelsea Hobbs, Christopher Russell, Matthew Anderson. 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon.

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4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Bold. (PG, R) 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 9.00 Lingo. (R) 10.00 Ent. Tonight. (R) 10.20 Jamie Oliver: Cooking For Less. (R) 11.30 My Market Kitchen. (R) 12.00 Farm To Fork. 12.30 Family Feud. (PG, R) 1.00 News. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 2.30 Lingo. (R)

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo: Baby Boom. (PG)

8.30 Jamie Durie’s Future House. (PG) Jamie’s futuristic vision finally comes to life.

9.35 Beyond The Build. (PG) A couple try to convert a 1980s red brick house.

10.35 Wild Cards. (Ma)

11.30 La Brea. (Mav, R) 12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.05 Cross Court. (R) 1.30 Home Shopping. 2.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 3.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.30 Big Brother Australia. (PGalns) Hosted by Mel Tracina. 8.30 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv) Hana puts out an SOS to the team when she is among those taken hostage by an enraged veteran. 9.30 Elsbeth. (Mav, R) Elsbeth and Captain Wagner join forces. 10.30 10’s Late News. 11.00 10 News+. (R) 12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Find My Country House NZ. Noon New Tricks. 1.00 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Maytime In Mayfair. (1949) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 TBA. 10.40 Major Crimes. 11.40 New Tricks. 1am Creflo. 1.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (81, 92) 9GO! (82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. Noon Pretty Little Liars. 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 Love Island Australia. 9.45 MOVIE: Four Holidays. (2008, M) 11.30 Seinfeld. 12.30am The Vampire Diaries. 2.10 Supernatural. 3.00 Surfing Aust. 3.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 American Pickers. 12.30pm Pawn Stars. 1.30 Outback Opal Hunters. 3.30 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion.

Wednesday, December 3

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6am Morning Programs. 11.25

Nigella’s Christmas Kitchen. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club. (R) 1.35 You Can’t Ask That. (Ml, R) 2.00 Death In Paradise. (Mv, R) 3.00 QI. (PG, R) 3.30 Forever Summer With Nigella. (PG, R) 3.55 Grand Designs NZ. (R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) Hosted by Tom Gleeson.

8.30 Crime Night! (PG) Hosted by Julia Zemiro.

9.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) Hosted by comedian Adam Hills.

9.30 Utopia. (PG, R) A freeway project is delayed.

10.25 If You’re Listening. (R)

10.50 ABC Late News.

11.05 The Business. (R)

11.20 You Can’t Ask That. (PG, R)

12.25 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 1.10 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.55 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 1.10pm Octonauts. 2.45 TBA. 3.00 Play School. 3.40 Fizzy And Suds. 4.10 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.30 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 TBA. 9.50 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 10.15 Late Programs.

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Talking Language. 2.00 On Country Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Africa’s Underwater Wonders. 7.30 Ocean Warriors: Mission Ready. 8.30 Reckless. (Final) 9.40 MOVIE: Samson And Delilah. (2009, M) 11.25 Speak No Maori. 12.15am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 MOVIE: When Love Is In Your Eyes. (2024, PGa, R) 2.50 I Am Not A Number. (PGa, R) 3.10 Rehabilitating. (PGa) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Focus On Ability Film Festival 2025. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Michael Palin In North Korea. (R) Michael Palin explores North Korea.

8.30 Reckless. (Final, MA15+l) June races against time to save her brother Charlie from gangland captors.

9.35 Scotland’s Poshest Train: Alan Cumming. (PG, R) Alan Cumming gets a taste of another luxurious journey that only happens twice every year.

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 Crime. (MA15+av, R)

1.55 Looking For Rembrandt. (PGa, R)

3.00 Boswell And Johnson’s Scottish Road Trip. (PGal, R) 3.55 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (PG, R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning

Programs. 3.45pm WorldWatch. 5.45 Mysteries From Above. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 9.25 MOVIE: The Running Man. (1987, MA15+) 11.20 MOVIE: In Bruges. (2008, MA15+) 1.20am We Need To Talk About Cosby. (Final) 2.25 WWE Legends. 3.50 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Morning Programs. 12.05pm Bliss. (2021, Malv) 2.00 Another Mother’s Son. (2017, PGalsv) 3.55 The Legend Of The Christmas Witch. (2018, PGalv, Italian) 5.45 Marie’s Story. (2014) 7.35 Begin Again. (2013, Mls) 9.30 Silent Night. (2023) 11.15 Hundreds Of Beavers. (2022, Mas) 1.20am Late Programs.

SEVEN (7)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 MOVIE: A Furry Little Christmas. (2021, PGa, R)

2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 Beat The Chasers UK. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Border Patrol. (PG) Officers get confused by a traveller.

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

8.30 MOVIE: 1917. (2019, MA15+av, R) During World War I, two British soldiers are assigned the critical task of delivering a life-saving message. George MacKay, DeanCharles Chapman, Colin Firth. 11.00 Chicago Fire. (Ma) Severide creates a ropes course for Girls on Fire.

12.00 MOVIE: Secrets On Campus. (2022, Mav, R) Jalina Brown. 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72)

6am Morning Programs. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 The Zoo. 2.30 House Of Wellness. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Inspector George Gently. 10.45 Autopsy USA. 11.45 Bargain Hunt. 12.45am Our Town. 1.30 Late Programs.

7MATE (74)

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 American Pickers. 12.30pm Pawn Stars. 1.30 Outback Truckers. 2.30 Cricket. WBBL. Stars v Sixers. 6.00 Cricket. WBBL. Thunder v Heat. 9.30 Caught On Dashcam Holiday Specials. 10.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 11.30 Live PD Presents: PD Cam. (Premiere) Midnight American Resto. 12.30 Storage Wars. 1.00 Late Programs.

Thursday, December 4

ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (7) 6am Morning Programs. 10.30 The Piano UK. (PG, R) 11.15 Tech Smart Agriculture. (R) 11.30 Crime Night! (PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Silent Witness. (Ma, R) 2.00 Death In Paradise. (Mv, R) 3.00 QI. (PG, R) 3.30 Forever Summer With Nigella. (R) 3.55 Grand Designs NZ. (R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Grand Designs Australia: Interlaken Lodge. (PG) A couple’s build gets out of hand.

9.00 Long Lost Family. (PG) Hosted by Davina McCall and Nicky Campbell.

9.45 Portrait Artist Of The Year. (PG, R)

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 The Business. (R) 11.10 The Art Of. (PG, R) 11.40 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 12.25 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.20 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.45pm TBA. 3.00 Play School. 3.40 Fizzy And Suds. 4.10 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.30 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.20 Secret Life Of The Kangaroo. 10.05 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. 1.40pm Always Blak Always Cracked. 2.00 On Country Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Te Ao With Moana. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 The Big Dry. 7.30 Going Places. 8.30 Reservation Dogs. 9.30 MOVIE: Enter The Dragon. (1973, MA15+) 11.20 The House-Opening. 12.05am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 2.00 Chef Antonio’s Recipes For Revolution. (Ml, R) 3.00 Sugar Bird Lady. 3.05 Deus Ex Machina. 3.10 Hindsight. (PGls) 3.15 Standard Drink. 3.20 Return To Lullumb. 3.25 Imposter. (PGa) 3.30 La Echolalia. 3.35 Theatricality. 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 Everywhere. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Eva Longoria: Searching For Spain: Marbella. (PGalw)

8.25 Britain’s Railway Empire In Colour: Battle Lines. (PGav) Looks at how the rail compartment fascinated Victorians.

9.20 Vigil. (Malv) Eliza warns Amy to regain control of her investigation.

10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 Vienna Blood. (MA15+a, R)

12.50 House Of Promises. (Mans, R)

3.30 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. 2.10pm Bamay. 2.40 Insight. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.45 Mysteries From Above. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 History’s Greatest Mysteries. 10.10 The UnXplained. (Return) 11.00 Homicide. 12.40am Handbag: The Untold Story Of The Fag Hag. 2.15 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Morning Programs. 12.05pm Hundreds Of Beavers. (2022, Mas) 2.05 Delfin. (2019, Spanish) 3.45 The Orator. (2011, PGa, Samoan) 5.50 Paris Can Wait. (2016, PG) 7.30 Last Cab To Darwin. (2015, Mal) 9.50 Everybody’s Fine. (2009) 11.45 Best Sellers. (2021, Mals) 1.40am Silent Night. (2023) 3.20 Begin Again. (2013, Mls) 5.15 Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Motorbike Cops. (PGl, R) 12.30 Border Security. (PG, R) 1.00 The Ashes: Pre-Game Show. 2.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. Australia v England. Day 1. Afternoon session. 4.00 The Ashes: Tea Break. 4.40 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. Australia v England. Day 1. Evening session.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. Australia v England. Day 1. Late evening session.

9.30 Seven’s Cricket: The Spin. (Return) An expert panel examines all the big news and issues with a deep dive into the world of cricket.

10.15 The Amazing Race. (PG) Hosted by Phil Keoghan.

11.45 Border Patrol. (PGa, R) 12.15 Life. (Malsv, R) 1.15 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72)

6am Morning Programs. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Our Town. 3.00 The Zoo. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. 11.40 Murdoch Mysteries. 12.40am Late Programs.

7MATE (74)

6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm The Force: BTL. 3.30 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 American Pickers. 6.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. Aust v England. Evening session. 6.40 The Ashes: Dinner Break. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 American Pickers. 8.30 MOVIE: S.W.A.T. (2003, M) 11.00 Late Programs.

TEN (5, 1)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra Summer. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00

Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PG, R) 1.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 1.30 My Way. 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 RBT. (Mdl, R) Follows the activities of police units.

8.30 Paramedics. (Mm, R) Flight paramedic Steve heads to the country after a tractor topples over and crushes a farmer.

9.30 Parole. (MA15+alv) The parole board must decide whether or not to move murderer Martin to an open prison.

10.50 Resident Alien. (Mav)

11.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

12.35 Pointless. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6am Morning Programs. Noon New Tricks. 2.00 Wild Moments. 3.00 MOVIE: The Ship That Died Of Shame. (1955, PG) 5.00 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.00 Antiques Roadshow. 7.00 2027 Rugby World Cup Draw. 8.00 Good Karma Hospital. 9.00 Midsomer Murders. 11.00 Major Crimes. Midnight New Tricks. 1.00 Late Programs.

(8, 9) 9GEM (81, 92) 9GO! (82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. Noon Pretty Little Liars. 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 Love Island Australia. 9.45 MOVIE: Magic Mike’s Last Dance. (2023, M) Midnight Seinfeld. 1.00 The Vampire Diaries. 2.40 Supernatural. 3.30 Late Programs.

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer.

7.30 Big Brother Australia. (Malns) Hosted by Mel Tracina. 8.30 FBI: Most Wanted. (MA15+d) The Fugitive Task Force hunt for a serial killer with ties to a radical feminist group.

9.30 Elsbeth. (PGlsv, R) Elsbeth and the team investigate when an unlikeable fashion photographer is murdered. 10.30 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.55 10 News+. (R) 11.55 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

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6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra Summer. (PG) 11.00 Golf. PGA Tour of Australasia. Australian Open. First round. From Royal Melbourne Golf Club. 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon.

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4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Bold. (PG, R) 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 9.00 Lingo. (R) 10.00 Ent. Tonight. (R) 10.20 Jamie Oliver: Cooking For Less. (R) 11.30 My Market Kitchen. (R) 12.00 Farm To Fork. 12.30 Family Feud. (PG, R) 1.00 News. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 2.30 Lingo. (R) 3.30 News. 4.00 Neighbours.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Holidays In The Sun. (Premiere, PG) 8.30 Topknotz. (M) Lifestyle series focusing on marine leisure, featuring Felicity Palmateer and Rob Palmer.

9.30 To Be Advised.

10.40 Chicago Med. (MA15+am)

11.30 Next Stop.

12.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.00 Drive TV: Launch Pad. (R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.30 Big Brother Australia. (Malns) Hosted by Mel Tracina. 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Ml) Graham Norton is joined by Julia Roberts, Colin Farrell, Gloria Estefan and Robbie Williams. 9.40 Law & Order: SVU. (Mv, R) A runaway bride calls the SVU for help. 10.40 10’s Late News. 11.05 10 News+. (R) 12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

6am Morning Programs. 2pm Golf. PGA Tour of Australasia. Aust Open. 4.00 GolfBarons. 4.30 Find My Country House NZ. 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Clarkson’s Farm. 8.30 MOVIE: Love Of An Icon: The Legend Of Crocodile Dundee. (2025, PG) 10.20 Late Programs.

9GEM (81, 92) 9GO! (82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. Noon Pretty Little Liars. 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Survivor 49. 9.00 Love Island Australia. 10.15 TikTok Awards Australia. 11.15 Seinfeld. 12.15am The Vampire Diaries. 2.05 Supernatural. 3.00 Surfing Aust. 3.30 Late Programs.

Discover the Red Centre

From still dawns to starlit dinners, discover why the low season is the perfect time to explore the heart of Australia.

The first thing most people notice in the Red Centre is the space. The horizon stretches endlessly, the silence hums, and the land feels ancient and grounding. In the middle of this vastness sits Alice Springs, a small desert town with a vibrant community, framed by the redand-violet folds of the stunning MacDonnell Ranges.

While many travellers visit Central Australia during the winter months, the low season offers visitors time and space to soak in the iconic Red Centre landscapes and tourism experiences, minus the crowds.

Begin a Red Centre adventure at the Araluen Cultural Precinct, where powerful desert artworks and deep cultural stories unfurl in a quiet, cool gallery space. Nearby, art centres and galleries await, including the Iltja Ntjarra (Many Hands) Art Centre, Tjanpi Desert Weavers and Bindi Enterprises, places to discover vibrant watercolours, joyful grass sculptures and extraordinary art.

When hunger calls, follow the locals to long-time favourite Page 27 cafe for lunch and end the day at Hanuman, Jimmy Shu’s beloved multi-award-winning restaurant, where richly spiced curries taste even better after a day of discovery.

In Alice Springs, autumn brings colour and culture. From 26–29 March 2026, fabALICE transforms the CBD with dazzling celebrations of drag, comedy, cabaret and community. Inspired by the spirit of Priscilla Queen of the Desert, this vibrant festival brings colour, camp and creativity to Alice Springs, honouring inclusivity, diversity and the unique cultural magic of Central Australia.

Then from 10–19 April 2026, Parrtjima festival lights up the MacDonnell Ranges and Alice Springs Desert Park with large-scale art installations, language workshops, bush food experiences and nightly performances including Electric Fields and Emma Donovan. It is a moving, free 10-night celebration of Aboriginal culture and Country and a must-do for visitors of all ages.

Low season is also when the desert truly rewards the early riser. Mornings are cool and calm, perfect for exploring Tjoritja/West MacDonnell National Park. Walk among red rock walls, where a visitor hears nothing but their own footsteps, and watch ghost gums glow in the first light. Ellery Creek Big Hole offers a deep, cool waterhole in a quiet gorge, while nearby Angkerle Atwatye/Standley Chasm ignites in fiery red at midday.

As the day warms, travellers take to the open road. The Red Centre Way is perfect for daytime driving, with long stretches of winding

roads and surprises at every bend from wildflowers after rain, wedge-tailed eagles circling overhead, a quiet unexpected waterhole. Caravan parks in Alice Springs, Kings Canyon, and Yulara offer shady trees, clean facilities and a friendly, unhurried community atmosphere.

A must-do for any traveller visiting the Red Centre is Kings Canyon. Hike the iconic rim walk at sunrise for the most breathtaking views as the desert wakes. Low season mornings feel especially peaceful: fewer voices, expansive views, and the rare feeling of being small amongst the vast landscapes. To take in the full grandeur of Kings Canyon, a scenic flight is a must-do for any traveller and offers a whole new perspective of the canyon’s domes and towering cliffs. Evenings bring people together for the iconic ‘Under a Desert Moon’ dining experience, giving guests an intimate, multicourse gourmet dinner served under a starfilled sky.

And then of course, there’s Uluru, the beating heart of the outback. Sunrise is spectacular here, especially in the low season when fewer people gather at the viewing platforms. Mornings are ideal for guided walks, segway tours, or immersing yourself in the rich A?angu culture with a dot painting workshop. As the sun climbs, travellers take to the road, visit art galleries, or take the opportunity to rest, saving the golden hours for some of the region’s most unforgettable experiences like camel rides across ochre dunes, scenic flights over Kata Tju?a , or exploring the iconic Field of Light installation by renowned artist Bruce Munro. As darkness deepens, experience the mesmerising Wintjiri Wiru drone show, animating ancient stories in light and movement across the desert sky.

Low season in the Red Centre is about finding the rhythm of this place: slow mornings, warm daytime drives, surprising stops, glowing sunsets and nights full of stars.

Out here, the first thing noticed is the space and the thing that never leaves is the sense of wonder it stirs.

To start planning a Red Centre getaway and experience the Best Kept Season, head to www. northernterritory.com/best-kept-season.

Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime.

Join Noosa Travel on their handcrafted tour through Botswana and Zimbabwe on this unforgettable experience travelling through two of Africa’s most spectacular landscapes and wildlife-rich regions. From the serene waters of the Okavango Delta to the thundering Victoria Falls, their fully escorted safari tour immerses just 11 travellers into an unforgettable blend of adventure, culture, and all things wild.

The adventure begins in Botswana, a sanctuary for wildlife lovers and a global leader in conservation. From Maun, board a light aircraft and soar over shimmering channels and animal tracks flying into the heart of the Okavango Delta and Moremi Game Reserve. Here, true immersion begins with an authentic mobile camping experience that brings the traveller closer to the wilderness than any lodge ever could – all without roughing it.

Spacious tents feature real beds, mattresses, linen, your own portable toilet, and a classic bucket shower. A dedicated camp crew prepares our meals and cold drinks, served under a canopy of stars as lions call in the distance and elephants wander nearby. Whether gliding through quiet waterways in a mokoro canoe or joining expertly guided game drives, Botswana’s wildlife-rich landscapes deliver unforgettable moments - wild dogs at sunrise, elephants crossing the floodplains, or fiery sunsets that light up the entire sky.

The journey then shifts to Zimbabwe, home to some of Africa’s greatest treasures. Victoria Falls is an awe-inspiring spectacle as millions of litres of water plunge into the Zambezi Gorge nicknamed “The Smoke That Thunders”. Enjoy a guided walk of the falls and a serene sunset cruise on the river before heading south to Hwange National Park.

In Hwange, stay at the acclaimed The Hide

Main Camp, a luxury tented lodge renowned for its exceptional game viewing and iconic waterhole. From open decks, underground photographic hides, guided game drives, or walking safaris, you’ll witness lions, giraffes, zebras, elephants, and buffalo moving through one of Africa’s finest wildlife sanctuaries. All meals, beverages, and activities are included, allowing guests to fully savour the experience.

Throughout the tour, travellers will also connect with the people who make these destinations so special.

Learn about local traditions, crafts, and stories that bring Botswana and Zimbabwe’s cultural heritage to life - adding a meaningful dimension to your adventure.

Tour Highlights:

• Canoe safaris and wildlife viewing in the Okavango Delta

• Game drives in Moremi, Chobe, and Hwange National Parks

• Victoria Falls – one of the seven wonders

• Engaging interactions with local communities

• Fully escorted small-group experience from Australia

• Small group tour – 11 travellers

This itinerary is thoughtfully designed to balance adventure with comfort, unforgettable wildlife encounters with cultural insight and breathtaking landscapes. With Noosa Travel staff guiding the guests every step of the way, all they need to do is relax and immerse themselves in Africa’s magic.

Don’t just dream about Africa - experience it.

Call 07 5449 7000 for full details.

Spaces are limited, so secure a spot today for what the Noosa Travel staff believe is the adventure of a lifetime.

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17 – 30 July 2026

Small group tour – 11 travellers

Are you ready for the adventure of a life time?

Join Noosa Travel on their hand-crafted tour through Botswana and Zimbabwe, including Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park, Victoria Falls and Hwange National Park, for an experience you will never forget.

Inclusions:

• 1 night Johannesburg Airport 4 star hotel accommodation

• 8 nights mobile camping safari in Botswana will all meals, wine, beer, G&T, amarula, soft drinks, water, Game drives, and large walk in tent accommodation with comfortable beds, mattresses and linen with your own camping toilet and shower.

• Light aircraft flight from Maun to Moremi

• 2 nights 4 star accommodation in Victoria Falls with breakfast

• Tour of Victoria Falls and Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River

• 2 nights in Hwange National Park in luxury tented accommodation, all meals, alcohol, tea & coffee, laundry, Game drives and activities

• Zimbabwe e-visa

• Fully escorted by Noosa Travel staff Numbers strictly limited to 11 travellers. If you’ve long sensed Africa’s call, now is the perfect time to answer.

*Conditions apply. International Airfares additional. Maximum of 3 singles permitted.

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1 night rail journey on board Spirit of Queensland from Brisbane to Cairns in a lie-flat railbed with all meals

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1 night four-star hotel stay in Brisbane at The Point Brisbane Hotel

5 night five-star hotel stay in Cairns at the Crystalbrook Bailey

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Escorted Tours

Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail Rainforest

Cableway tour including^: Kuranda Village, Rainforestation Nature Park, Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, Tropical Fruit Orchard, Dreamtime Walk, Koala and Wildlife Park, and Amphibious Army Duck tour of the rainforest

‘Reef Magic’ Great Barrier Reef cruise, including: Airconditioned catamaran transfers, 4 hours of reef time, marine life touch tank, underwater observatory, and fish feeding presentations

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historic Roundhouse

Guided nature walk of Salt Bush Flat

Taste Riverland food and wine

Dragon-Fly flat-bottomed boat wildlife tour

wine tasting at Lambert Estate, visit to Barossa Valley Chocolate Company, photo stop at Menglers Hill Lookout, vineyard tour & wine tasting at Jacob’s Creek visitor centre, stop at Beerenberg Farm, and free time in Hahndorf to explore the historic German settlement

Fully Escorted Kangaroo Island Tours

Hotel Stays

3 nights four-star hotel stay in Adelaide with breakfast

1 night four-star hotel stay in Kangaroo Island with breakfast, lunch and dinner

Fully Escorted Barossa Valley Tours

Full day Barossa Valley tour with lunch and wine tastings including: Saltram wine estate, lunch and

2 day Kangaroo Island tour including: Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery, Clifford’s Honey Farm, In-Flight Birds of Prey Display at Raptor Domain, Seal Bay Conservation Park guided beach walk, lunch at Emu Bay Lavender Farm, Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park, and Flinders Chase National Park

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Riyadh is the capital of which country?

2 Which British journalist was part of a series of conversations known as the Nixon Interviews?

3 Which letter of N’SYNC’s name was represented by Justin Timberlake?

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The Liberation of Paris occurred in which year?

Roberto Benigni starred as Guido Orefice in which film? 10 In which country would you find the Malagasy people?

Christmas cheer at Civic

Get set for all the festive feels at 3.30pm on Wednesday 3 December when the Noosa Mini Strings & Ensemble from Good Shepherd Lu-

theran College take the stage at Noosa Civic. This talented 40-piece group will fill the centre with beautifully practised Christmas favourites—per-

From Ukraine to Noosa

ADVERTORIAL

By Cal Webb

On the morning of 24 February 2022, the Kruti family woke to the sound of explosions and suddenly their lives were completely upturned. Russia had invaded Ukraine and Kyiv was under attack. They needed somewhere safe from the terror so unexpectedly thrust upon them. After severalanxiousweeks,theymadetheheartbreaking decision to leave their beloved country.

Olena’s sister Natalia, who had made Noosa her home years before, urged the family to come andlivewithher. AndsoOlenaandherhusband, their two young daughters, and Olena’s elderly father arrived as refugees to start their new lives here.

Nearly four years later Olena is relishing her new life, particularly singing with Noosa Chorale. It was inevitable that her background as a musicologist and music educator would draw her to joining the Chorale where she has made many new friends.

With Christmas and the New Year just around the corner, Noosa Chorale’s December concert features a song close to the heart of Ukrainians wherever they are. “Shchedryk” is a New Year’s song, probably dating from before the arrival of Christianity in Ukraine, which tells the story of a swallow flying into a house and singing of the bountiful year to come in the spring.

ThearrangementofthesongbyMykolaLeontovych so impressed American composer Peter Wilhousky when he heard it performed at Carnegie Hall in 1922 that he wrote his own lyrics in English and called it “Carol of the Bells”. Thanks to Olena’s excellent help with pronunciation, the choir will be singing the original “Shchedryk” in Ukrainian.

The concert features carols and songs from around the world, many sung in their original languages, and conductor Kim Kirkman will be inviting the audience to sing along to the wellknown traditional carols. The programme also includes another song in Ukrainian performed by Ariabella, the vocal harmony group that Olena joined last year.

Olena is thankful for her family’s good fortune and is very proud of her family’s achievements. Her dad, Viktor Klymenko, now in his nineties, has continued his life-long contributions to science in the field of energy generation. Dr Klymenko headed up a department at the Institute of Engineering Thermophysics at the National Academy of Science in Ukraine, and Olena says his sudden uprooting and move to Australia has not put a stop to his research.

His experiments are now happening in the small laboratory he set up at home in the family’s apartment and he is still actively contributing to his field’s scientific journals and conferences.

Olena’s two daughters have raced ahead with their studies. Having just graduated with commendation for academic excellence from Sunshine Coast University, 22-year old Yuliia is about to start work as a software engineer. Her younger sister Olha, 14, is getting top grades in all subjects, including English, at Good Shepherd Lutheran College.

Noosa Chorale “Cantique de Noël: Christmas from around the World”

• Friday 12 December at 7pm, and Saturday 13 December at 2pm

• The J Theatre, 60 Noosa Drive.

• Tickets: $49 adult / $30 student and child 17 years and under • www.thej.com.au 07 5329 6560

fect for getting everyone humming, singing, and maybe even a little jigging along. Arrive early so you don’t miss the giveaways,

including jute shopping bags for adults and special gifts for the kids. A mid-week dose of Christmas spirit you won’t want to miss.

Xmas classics at Cooroy

By Jim Fagan

A lyric soprano who loves Puccini, a Neapolitan tenor and a talented pianist who has been delighting Queensland audiences for more than 20 years.

That‘s the new Sunshine Coast opera ensemble, Trio Sole, and the three musicians are returning to Cooroy with what they promise will be the happiest of Christmas concerts.

The Trio, Vanessa West, Raffaele Pierno, and Janet Brewer, had a successful debut with their Melodie D’Amore concert at the Memorial Hall in September.

Now the three musicians are combining festive favourites like “Silent Night,” “White Christmas” and “O Holy Night,” along with sacred and classical works including “Ave Maria,” “Panis Angelicus” and the popular Italian carol “Tu scendi dalle stelle” (You come down from the stars.)

Pianist Janet described the programme as “where Italian passion meets Sunshine Coast soul, Trio Sole is a radiant union of operatic power, musical finesse, and Mediterranean spirit.

“Whether it’s sacred classics, carols or operatic favourites, each performance will move and delight, blending the intimacy of chamber music with the spirit of the festive season — perfect for sharing with friends and family.”

“Christmas Soiree.” Cooroy Memorial Hall. Sunday, December 7 at 3pm. Adults $45, concession $40. Available online at https://www.trybooking.com/DFTTY or cash at the door. Proudly supported by Pacific Chamber Players.

Opera singers Vanessa West, Raffaele Pierno and accompanist Janet Brewer. (Supplied)

Warm up to NYE concert

Friday night (Nov 28) is bringing the ever-popular 5-piece band The Claptomaniacs back to one of Noosa’s premier live venues for bigger bandsThe Marina Bar at Noosa Marina.

And not only is it a favourite venue for the lads who will be presenting a range of transatlantic hits from the 70s and 80s for an evening of dancing and musical appreciation - it is also going to be a warm-up for The Claptomaniacs as they will be coming back to the Marina Bar for the nightof-nights, too - New Year’s Eve!

So if you are unsure where you want to be on the last night of the year, why not come down and sample the cool Claptomaniacs sounds, accompanied by a wide range of food and perhaps a pinacolada or three, and see what you think.

This performance will start at 6pm, playing through to 9pm (the NYE event will start at 8pm and go past midnight).

The Claptomaniacs. (Supplied)

If dancing to the likes of the Steve Miller Band, Toto, Robert Palmer, the Doobie Brothers, Steely Dan, Joe Cocker, the Beatles, Traveling Wilburys and more sounds like fun, you know where to be tonight!

Irish nights on the river

Thursday nights in Zacharys on the Noosa River are starting to attract crowds as the Noosa Irish night enters its third month.

Led by Dubliner Alan Kelly on guitar,Irish drum, and vocals. The evening is a perfect way to unwind and celebrate life on the glorious Noosa river as the sun sets.

Joining Alan is veteran multi instrumentalist Steve Cook on mandolin, vocals, and fiddle.

Uplifting jigs and reels, join rousing songs, new and old with locals coming to share stories and enjoy this community music night.

Entry is free and bookings are highly recommended as Thursdays often book out.

Contact Zacharys on Gympie Terrace directly to book yourself a table and soak up the atmosphere. Music kicks off at 5.30pm.

Barcelona dreaming

By Steve Linnell

A 12-year-old Sunshine Coast futsal talent is preparing to fly to Barcelona after being selected to represent Australia at an international tournament in Spain.

Savannah Ginn, from Yandina, earned her place on the national team after trying out for the Queensland North Coast squad at the National Schools Futsal Championships in Brisbane, where she was chosen as a striker.

Her mum, coach and fellow futsal player, Chloe Ginn, told Noosa Today the opportunity

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

QCWA

The QCWA Tewantin Noosa Branch’s next Street Stall is being held on Thursday 11 December from 8-10.30am, unless sold out earlier. Proceeds will support Noosa Women’s Shed. You’ll find all your favourite baked goods and hand crafts and maybe a surprise or two... plus some Christmas goods.The Branch welcomes new members. Comealongtoourweeklysocialcraftandhobbies group, the DIY Divas, held each Thursday, 9 to 11am. Work on your own project, learn new skills and enjoy the company of like-minded women. Gold coin donation includes morning tea. Find us at the QCWA Hall, 123 Poinciana Avenue, next to the Tewantin Post Office. Call Robyn on 0428 385 747 if you require further information.

NOOSA FM AGM 2025

Noosa Community District FM Radio Assoc. Inc. inviting all financial members to join the AGM to be held at Noosa Springs 11am – 12.30 pm on Saturday 29 November. This will be followed by the organisation’s Christmas party for Noosa FM

was “an incredible chance to showcase talent on a global stage and make our country proud”.

Chloe told Noosa Today that Savannah first picked up soccer at eight years old through a local grassroots program.

“She loves playing soccer and I said if you want to improve your footwork you should play futsal. It’s very fast-paced,” she said.

Savannah plays outdoor soccer with the Nambour–Yandina United U13s, a team that regularly lines up against Noosa sides, including the Noosa Lions Division 1 U13 Girls, and has competed in Division 1 since the age of 10.

members, volunteers and invited guests.

END OF YEAR CONCERT

Good Vibrations A Cappela Choir, based in Cooroy, are having their end of year concert on Friday 28 November at 7pm at CWA Hall, Maple Street, Cooroy.

Admission $15/$10. Email andrewjemmet@ gmail.com

RSL WOMEN’S AUXILIARY

The Christmas meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa RSL Women’s Auxiliary will be held on Friday 5 December - our meeting first at 10.30am followed by our Christmas Lunch in the Bistro. Please bring a gift for the Salvation Army children’s xmas appeal, not wrapped. To book please phone Kay 5447 5042. Cost: $20 members, $30 visitors.

SEWING & CRAFT

This is the last month we’ll be meeting at the Masonic Hall, Moorindal St, Tewantin. In the new year we’ll be meeting at Wallace house, 1 Wallace Drive,Noosaville. This month we’ll be meeting 29 November, 9am-3pm. Come along, meet new friends,enjoythecompanyoflikemindedpeople.

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But while Savannah’s selection is a dream come true, the family is now racing to secure the funds needed to get her to Spain. They have launched a GoFundMe campaign to cover the costs of flights, accommodation, uniforms and tournament fees.

As of this week, the family had raised $1900 of their $2600 target.

“International representation comes with significant costs,” Chloe said. “We’re seeking community support and sponsorship to help make this dream a reality.”

“Every contribution big or small helps bring

All crafts welcome. This month we’ll be making a Xmas decoration. Phone Angela 0408068148. HERE’S A NOVEL IDEA

So you want to write a best-seller? Or perhaps you’ve had the idea of a story rattling around your brain forever, and now’s the time to write it. Well, if that’s the case, bring your novel ideas or part-written fiction and join us at Noosa Novelists.

We have a few vacant places available at our meetings on Monday mornings at Wallace House, Noosa, when we read and comment on preemailed chapters of each other’s work, offering ideas and suggestions in friendly discussion to help develop our stories.

Between us we’ve had a fair amount of our work published, but we’re still learning all the time. We’re passionate about our writing, and work together as a mutual self-help group.

If interested, please email Noosa Shire Arts and Crafts at create@noosaartsandcrafts.org.au and head it ‘Novelists enquiry.’ Please give details of any publications past and present, or work in progress.

us closer to Barcelona. Thank you for supporting and helping a young athlete achieve her dream!”

Futsal, the sport Savannah will be competing in, is a fast-paced, indoor version of soccer played with five players per side and a low-rebound ball that rewards technique, quick decision-making and tight ball control. It is the only FIFA-recognised 5-a-side football format.

Community members wishing to support Savannah’s journey can find the fundraising campaign via GoFundMe.

CLASSICAL MUSIC CIRCLE

Here’s to everyone keen and enthusiastic about Classical Music. Barry and Irmi present the most beautiful music from all popular composers every Wednesday from 10am to 12pm in the Auditorium of the U3A Noosa. The music is presented on a big cinematic screen with a fantastic sound system. Costs are a mere $3 per session, annual membership is $45 per year. Like to try out? Call Barry 0478 837 708 or barry.henze@gmail.com

ARTS AND CRAFTS

AGM, Monday 1 December at 10am. Noosa Shire Arts & Crafts Association is a centre for creativity, learning and friendship. New members welcome. Visit our Gift Shop. Disabledfriendly access.

Tel: 5474 1211; Visit noosaartsandcrafts.org.au

NOOSA U3A FRIDAY TALKS

U3A Noosa Friday Talks are held at 1.30pm at U3A, 64 Poinciana Ave, Tewantin.

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

Return for WSL wildcards

It seemed a little like someone left the gate open at the retired surfers’ rest home and they all came storming out, demanding another go at the glory.

Or it may have been a cleverly orchestrated WSL ploy to distract us from the fact that we won’t be seeing any more world championship tour action for another four months. Either way, when April Fool’s Day rocks around we’ll be seeing the return from temporary retirement of four of the all-time greats of pro surfing, with a swag of 19 world titles between the four of them, and one by one they came out of hiding last week to announce (in separate statements on separate days) that they had accepted WSL season wildcards for 2026.

The reasons for Steph Gilmore (8 titles), Carissa Moore (5), John Florence (3) and Gabriel Medina (3) calling time out are all different, but what they have in common is the fact that they may have left a couple of their best years on the table. At least that’s what quite a few of the fringedwellers who sit just inside the cut-line for 2026 may well be thinking.

In the men’s, where the top 22 from 2025 go through, that mean Indo’s Rio Waida at 20, Hawaii’s Seth Moniz at 21 and Brazil’s Alejo Muniz at 22. Sitting just outside qualification at 23, Australia’s Liam O’Brien has a pretty good chance of requalifying through the Challenger Series, where he’s sitting at 8 with two events to go and 10 qualify. Fellow Aussies George Pittar (5) and Oscar Berry (3) are even better placed.

In the women’s division, where top 14 from 2025 have qualified, our Sally Fitzgibbon was first loser at 15, but should requalify through the Challenger where she sits at 3, needing a 7 or better. The women who might be feeling a little put out by the wildcard grants are France’s Johanne Defay and Brazil’s Tatiana Weston-Webb, both great surfers who sat out the season to become first-time mums, and were possibly hoping for a season wildcard. Now, they’ll be fighting for the single event wildcard left for grabs.

But to get back to the comeback kids, WSL made the first announcement on Friday 14 November and the last on Friday 21, dribbling them out every couple of days to prolong the excitement, one supposes. Carissa Moore was first, so let’s start with her.

Riss, now 33, stepped away from the world championship tour at the end of the 2023 season to become a mother. She didn’t call it a retirement (they never do) but after 13 seasons on tour, fin-

ishing lower than third only once, winning five world titles and 28 of the 122 CT events she contested, you could say she didn’t have a lot left to prove.

Having arrived on the CT in 2010, with a wildcard win already to her credit, Riss finished her rookie year at number 3 to claim rookie of the year at just 17. In 2011 she became the youngest world champion, and won four more over the next dozen years. Throughout her career she’s been brilliantly consistent and consistently brilliant. But has she still got it?

A bigger question hangs over the second women’s season wildcard, the GOAT of women’s surfing, eight-times world champ Steph Gilmore, who will be 38 when the new season starts at Bells. Steph also called time out for the 2024 season, saying she just wanted to surf for fun for a year (and presumably make promos for her sponsors). When one year became two, there was a lot of conjecture that Steph wouldn’t be returning to the lycra vest at all, that she was happier being a free spirit, playing music by the campfire and sharing chilly waves with blokes with bushranger beards.

So why is she back? Sponsor pressure perhaps, but in her announcement Steph also said that she couldn’t wait to test her old bones against the new gen teens like Caity Simmers and Tya Zebrowski.

Speaking of sponsor pressure, next cab off the rank was John John Florence, 33, accepting the wildcard with both hands after a gruelling 2025 spent hunting mysto surf breaks on his yacht with brother Nathan while supposedly filming a breakthrough surf adventure series for Florence Marine. Since the brothers own the company, the pressure can’t have been too intense, but one thing is certain: if anyone can pick up exactly where he left off, it’s JJF.

And finally, the last comeback kid is Brazil’s first ever world champ, Gabby Medina, a mere 32, who now has three WSL trophies in the den but has had a rough few years with injuries and relationship issues. Just when he appeared to be regaining form, the air king boosted big and landed awkwardly at home in Brazil pre-season last January, tearing his pectoral muscle and bowing out for the season.

While the Brazilian Storm has another reigning world champ in Yago Dora, there have been signs that the storm is calming down. Maybe the return of Gabby will turn that around.

Talking Sport

Ron Lane

Club debuts new offering

As a new initiative introduced by Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club, for the first time in the 10 years of the Beach Series events, Seahorse Beach Series Challenge was hosted by the Clubs Beach Programs Team, continuing on with their wellestablished Seahorse Program of inclusion and diversity in the community.

As a “kick the can and learn” opportunity, the Noosa Heads Beach Coach – Todd “Swanny” McSwan masterminded a plan to bring together our local inclusive athletes to run at this Series and Swanny was quoted saying, “we race on the same day, the same event, the same race track and the same program!”

Seahorse Beach Series kicked off with 8 local competitors receiving an Inaugural Seahorse Sand Squad T-shirt immediately followed by a “Capping ceremony” where all participating athletes were individually introduced and presented with their Noosa Heads SLSC racing cap for competition – called a Noddy. Shaun Baker, Director of Surf Sports spoke to the group about the launch of the Clubs Seahorse Beach Series Challenge being the first of more to come and a special opportunity to celebrate yet another step towards true inclusion and diversity in our sport. There was plenty of high fives and dabs from the eager 8 athletes and the only thing left to do was the racing.

First up were beach sprints on the freshly laid track. Athletes ranging from ages 6 up to 16 raced 3 x 50mt sprints under the grandstand of most of the 340+ Beach Series competitors watching and cheering on. The spirits and efforts of the athletes was sky high.

Sprints were followed with beach flags with some fierce rivalry between brothers Niccolo, Rocco and Valentino, seasoned SLS beach racers Oscar and Charlie and fellow club mates Liam, Daisy and River. Tenacity, courage and highquality fun had by the group and by all accounts a great way to start this initiative.

“The greatest of outcomes being the overwhelming excitement and energy from the 30+ clubs on the beach and their athletes from all over QLD watching our Seahorse crew smash it up in the sand at Noosa – we are definitely doing this again,” Swanny (event organiser) stated.

SLSQ Beach Series Round 1 hosted by Noosa Heads SLSC Noosa Heads SLSC was host to the first round of the SLSQ Beach Series events on Saturday.

Attracting athletes from all over the State and a few border crossings, over 350+ athletes swarmed Noosa in the heat of Saturday to race in beach sprints, beach flags and beach relays for age groups U11 through to Opens.

For the first time in over a decade this State event under SLSQ’s Surf Sports program found its way to Noosa, normally only run at Mooloolaba and Kurrawa on the Gold Coast.

This was off the back of a huge Club performance with Noosa SLSC last season 2024, after the 3 rounds of Beach Series events to almost coming away with the Overall Championship Series win. Given that the season prior in 2023 Noosa had a total

of 8 competitors racing and then last year, (after the appointment of Swanny as the Beach Coach at the Club) saw 53 competitors from Noosa at Beach Series in 2024 and huge Handicap points winners.

Surf Lifesaving Queensland offered Round 1 this season 2025 to Noosa and Swanny and the Clubs Surf Sports Director, Shaun Baker grabbed it with both hands. Then the entire club members and athletes launched into delivering a magnificent Carnival including the Seahorse Beach Series.

While Noosa did not come away with the overall win for Round 1 there was plenty to be celebrating, long before the racing even started. The event runs all age groups U11 through Opens, and Noosa SLSC fielded a male and female Relay in every single age group, with double ups in some of them. The club had 20 Relay teams which across the decade of this event would be amongst the most ever from any Club.

From a landscape 2 years ago where the Club would have no more than 8 competitors at any Beach Carnival total, to this season on home soil having 65 competitors and 20 relay teams speaks volumes about what is happening at Noosa Heads SLSC right now with an injection of true club culture and reinvigorated drive in their surf sports program. It is more than something in the water, it is in the sand as well.

This was an “All In - Stronger Together” success for Noosa Heads SLSC with everyone playing a role in a hugely successful Carnival for all attendees from 30+ clubs but also a sign of the future of the strength of the clubs movement, not just in surf sports but throughout the whole club.

Noosa Heads SLSC finished the carnival in 2nd overall on 153 points behind last year’s Over-

all Champion and perennial force of a Club, Alex Heads on 178.

Congrats to Alex Beach Coach Murdoch and the Alex crew on a great display of depth and racing skill. The Sunshine Coast clubs shined bright also taking the other 4 spots in the top 6 placings on the day overall.

Some standouts from the Carnival were seeing the return to racing of Youth World Champion Josie Holmes taking out the Open Women’s Sprint, the Noosa 11-15 All Age Relay team taking Silver and 11 of our 20 relay teams taking podiums on the day, Amelie Green taking out 1 st in both U17 sprints and flags and U15 Mila Jones U15 the same. Asking Swanny for his, “out of our 65 com-

petitors nominated today, 24 had their first ever beach carnival. That is what is happening on our beach at the moment – the buzz is infectious.”

The Beach Racing schedule for the Noosa Heads squad ramps up now with Round 2 at Kurrawa in December and Round 3 at Burleigh in January along with a large squad of Swanny’s Noosa crew racing at the infamous Currumbin Gift (professional frass racing on 3 January 2026.

There will be more to watch and celebrate as a Club as the season progresses and Swanny and the squad set sights on States and Aussies in March next year and then the long game for Worlds in South Africa in December 2026.

PROPERTY

IN A CLASS OF ITS OWN

PROPERTY MATTERS

ERLE LEVEY

They do this by taking into account the environment, the natural appeal, the geography, the climate and to take maximum use of the aspect - the ocean beaches, the calmer water of the bays, the still water of the river system or the mountains and ranges.

Through the years we have had the privilege of reporting on some amazing homes - whether for style, position or use of space. It’s like walking through an art gallery in which you can appreciate what is before you.

Setting a high benchmark is Maravilla, a six-bedroom, six-bathroom, two-car beachfront house with pool and cellar at Sunrise Beach.

Set for private auction for pre-registered bidders on Saturday, 6 December, at 11am with Tom Offermann and Cameron Urquhart of Tom Offermann Real Estate, 7/56 David Low Way is a design statement on 775sq m of absolute beachfront.

Enriched with an extensive curated art collection, exclusive luxury furniture, bespoke accessories and artifacts, it is both new and breathtaking.

From this front-row position of the ocean, there are white water and sand views as well as the sweeping panorama from Lions Head in the Noosa National Park to the north, Mooloolaba and beyond to the south.

This extraordinary residence stretches across three levels, all bathed in natural sunlight.

Inside, the luminous quality of the ocean is matched by the interior as fresh and exhilarating as an early morning swim. Double-height spaces form the heart of the home while the alfresco almost extends to the sand.

There is a dramatic foyer, lofty pitched

ceilings, and curvaceous staircase with Bomma handcrafted pebble centerpiece.

Large scale highly textural pieces also numerous original works from renowned Australian artists such as John Maitland, Graham Fransella, Janine Riches, Wayne Eager, David Bromley and more, grace the polished rendered walls. The front door is Dawn Conn’s bronze sculpture named Jackaroo.

The open-plan layout creates a feeling of warmth and welcoming, focusing on a fine assemblage of exclusive designer sofas and armchairs, textile accents, original artworks and artifacts.

Disappearing walls of glass across almost the width the residence blur the lines to multiple terraces.

The luminescent pool and spa with lavish custom day beds take alfresco to a new level. Match this with a dining terrace that has an exciting outdoor kitchen.

The designer kitchen, butler’s pantry and lengthy bar come with extensive grey marble and French oak benches including island breakfast bar, and the very latest appliances – many integrated.

The lower ground floor comes with sumptuous sofas and armchairs for perhaps a cinema experience, a game of pool, a serious wine bar and temperature-controlled cellars. There is a mirror-walled gymnasium, change room, full size

spa as well as an ice bath beside the five-seat infrared sauna.

With six prodigious bedrooms, forget the alarm clock and wake to the sound of waves breaking onshore.

Push aside the wispy sheers in the main bedroom retreat to check the surf breaks from the terrace. Apart from exclusive furniture and styling, it has a dressing room and a limestonetiled ensuite with marble-topped French oak cabinetry plus a bathtub.

North-side on the mid-level and similarly styled, are three bedrooms with walk-in robes and ensuites, also two bedrooms on the lower level northside, plus a bathroom.

It’s not surprising the meticulous attention to detail throughout the residence extends to a Smart Home system with intuitive functionality and customised programming. All systems integrate into a single, user-friendly app operational from anywhere in the world and from which you can receive real-time images of anyone arriving and departing.

“Maravilla addresses every possible personal extravagance, needs, whims and necessity,’’ Cameron Urquhart said. “It includes the latest aesthetics, materials, technical excellence and every possible inclusion of unequalled extravagance.

“It is also a place of retreat and recharge, and a deliberate restraint creates a calming sense

of composure from the initial entry, continuing throughout.’’

RIVERSIDE BLISS

Always in demand with locals, especially those downsizing, is townhouse or apartment living on the river.

Nic Hunter of Tom Offermann Real Estate has a three-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car riverside townhouse with pool 1/110 Hilton Tce, Noosaville, he is taking to auction at 1pm Saturday, 29 November.

On a small slip road close to where the landmark Noosaville fish and chips shop stood for decades, this light-filled Chris Clout design combines the spirit of indoor-outdoor spaces for all seasons, with the energy of a remarkable setting surrounded by nature.

Overlooking parkland and the river, there are not many properties along Hilton Tce or Gympie Tce that offer direct access.

“There have been a lot of people through the open homes,’’ Nic said. “Very solid.

“As well as locals there have been interstate interests coming up to look at it.

“Definitely a place where you can grab the kayak or surf ski from under the pool and head out for a paddle or check the crab pots.’’

When you combine award-winning Chris Clout design with master builder Chris Smith Constructions, and such a location the result is five-star living on Hilton, with water views from the northerly aspect.

A three-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car riverside duplex apartment with pool at 1/110 Hilton Tce, Noosaville, goes to auction Saturday, 29 November, at 1pm. (515502)

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, four-car house on 9256sq m with lake, shed, studio at 20 Tuckeroo

Edgewater On Hilton incorporates definitive flair with lofty ceiling heights, and an extensive use of glass resulting in banks of disappearing doors in the living and dining spaces.

The kitchen comes with white quartz-topped cabinetry including lengthy bench and island breakfast bar. There is the latest high-end appliances from Miele including induction cooktop and two ovens, Bosch fridge, Panasonic micro/convection, a walk-in pantry and laundry with Bosch washer plus dryer.

Upstairs are three carpeted bedrooms including the main retreat with a terrace northfacing to the Noosa River. It also has a walk-in robe and an open ensuite with grey pastel stone topped cabinetry, shower and toilet both separate.

In the south wing are two bedrooms and a bathroom with long stone-topped cabinetry and a free-standing bathtub.

A media room, study and a bathroom styled in a similar fashion to upstairs, are on the ground floor. There’s a seamless connection to the expansive undercover terrace, lawn and shimmering pool plus the benefit of a two-car

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, four-car house on 9256sq m with lake, shed, studio at 20

11.30am. (515565)

garage with internal access.

Being presented by Nic for competitive bidding on Saturday, 6 December, is a threebedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house at 4 Little Cove Rd, Noosa Heads.

In the heart of quality homes in a highlysought location, the property goes to auction at 10pm on the day.

A HOME LIKE NO OTHER

Nestled within the leafy enclave of Tuckeroo Lane at Eumundi, is a property unlike anything on the market.

The 9256sq m estate that started its life as a Spanish horse stadium and has now been reimagined into a living, breathing work of art.

Kelly Stevenson of Harcourts Prestige is taking the three-bedroom, two-bathroom, fourcar house with sheds, studio and lake at 20 Tuckeroo Lane to auction Saturday, 29 November at 11.30am.

“It’s very unique ... hard to compere,’’ Kelly said. “There has been a lot of interest - local, Sunshine Coast and interstate.

“It ticks a lot of boxes for those seeking an artistic, industrial style.

“There is a barn-style shed for creative purposes or business, plus a studio.

“We are seeing strong interest in distinctive properties, especially in the hinterland.’’

Aaron Brooks from Harcourts Property Centre will be conducting the auction.

The home is the creative brainchild of the late Carol Foord, iconic Adelaide stylist and founder of the cult fashion label Wild Child.

Known for her fearless aesthetic and artistic energy, Carol dreamt of transforming this lakeside acreage into a sanctuary of form, function, and soul.

That vision - layered with history, family, and creative spirit - has been brought to life in breathtaking detail by Kelly as selling agent and project collaborator, together with a devoted team of trades and Carol’s loving family.

Bold yet warm. Contemporary yet timeless. Inside are bespoke interiors, curated designer furnishings, ducted air-conditioning, ambient lighting and an effortless open plan.

A striking entertainer’s kitchen comes with premium appliances including integrated drawer fridge and separate freezer, integrated

dishwasher, and Zip hydro tap, boiling, chilled, filtered water system.

There is gas cooking and a pop-up power and charging station, separate butler’s kitchen and smart double-door refrigerator.

Views of manicured gardens and lake vistas are to be enjoyed from every angle.

As well as the four-car garage, there are two brand-new shipping containers for creative or practical use, and separate studio.

Offered fully furnished, every piece and finish has been selected to honour Carol’s original vision. The result is a home with heart and soul.

FORTHCOMING AUCTIONS

SATURDAY, 29 November

Eumundi

• 20 Tuckeroo Lne: 3bed, 2bath, 4car house, shed, studio on 9256sq m, lake, 11.30 am, Kelly Stevenson 0438 017 665 Harcourts Prestige Noosaville

• 1/110 Hilton Tce: 3bed, 3bath, 2car riverside duplex apartment, pool, 1pm, Nic Hunter 0421 785 512 Tom Offermann Real Estate.

1/110 HIL TO NT ERRACE , NOOSAVILL E

Discovertheepitomeofriversidesophistication,a sparkling5-staronHilton residence,dazzling water viewsoptimisingtheperfectnortherlyaspect,andan expressiveChrisCloutdesign,juxtaposingthespiritof indoor-outdoorspacesforallseasons,withtheenergy of aremarkablesettingsurrounded by nature Indulgingdefinitive flairareloftyceilingheights,and an extensiveuseofglasswithbanksofdisappearing

doorsinthelivinganddiningspaces.There’s aseamless connectiontothe expansiveundercoverterrace,lawn andshimmeringpool.No reasonsneeded to entertain familyandfriendswithsuchamesmerising everchangingscene,proximitytoforeshoreandluminous blue-greenNoosaRiverwithbobbingleisurecraft,plus thepicturesqueNoosaNorthShorebeyond.

Auction

Saturday 29November1.00pm

View Saturday 12.30pm

Agent NicHunter 0421785512 nic@offermann.com.au

4L ITTLE CO VEROAD , NO O SAHEADS

Pictureaspectacularaddress,mereminutes totoesin-the-whitesandofirresistibleLittleCove Beachand beingalmostsequesteredwithintheforeververdant NoosaNationalPark.It’s eye-catchingfromthe streetyetwith awalledfrontagea senseof mystique prevailsmomentarilyalongthe walkway,wheregarden artamongstthesub-tropicalplantings,grabs your attention.Insideit’ssuper coolandsassy withtwo

north-facing terracescleverlytakeprizedplacein thesun,whilst maximisingthenotionofinvitingitself indoorstoshadowdanceoverseeminglyendless brushbox flooring.The centre ofattractionisaneversohighvoidwithglass ceilingandbelow,balustrading withguitartensionerscreatively connected to the nauticallyinspiredcurvedwestern redcedar staircase.

Auction

Saturday 6December10.00am

View

Saturday &Wednesday 10.00am -10.30am

Agent NicHunter 0421785512 nic@offfermann.com.au

7/56 DAVID LO WW AY , SUNRISEBEACH

Maravilla.Onlyonesoutterlyextravagantdesign statementlikenootheronNoosa’seasternseaboard, splicedwithintimationsofworldclasspure indulgence ontheabsolutebeachfront.Enrichedwithanextensive curatedart collection, exclusiveluxuryfurniture, bespokeaccessoriesandartifacts,itisravishinglynew andbreathtaking.Itdistilssophisticationwithdramatic foyer,curvaceous staircaseandrenownedAustralian

artistsgracingthepolished walls, evoking amodern artanddesigngallery.Next-levelaudaciousnessisa seriouswinebar,cellarsand anod to boujee wellness withmirror-walled gym,spaandicebathbesidethe sauna.There’ssimplynothinglikeinvestingina dazzling bluediamond.Enough to makeyousigh.

Auction Saturday6 December11.00am PrivateAuction- registeredbiddersonly

Agent TomOffermann 0412711888 tom@offermann.com.au

Agent CameronUrquhart 0411757570 cameron@offermann.com.au

61 SIVYERSROAD , TINBEER WA H

Through statelywrought-irongatesandbeneaththe towering CanaryIsland Palmatthegrandcircular entrance,youenter aworldofprestigeandelegance, steepedinheritageandrareprovenance.Theairitself seems tocarrythequietdignityofanotherera. SetonnineelevatedacresintheNoosahinterland, DevonParkunfoldsin rollinghills,morningbirdsong, private gardens,andold-worldcharm.Theestate

offersleisureandluxurywitha lagoon-stylepooland spa, floodlit tennis court,privategym,andtreehouse, whileaccommodationincludesfourensuitebedrooms, amastersuitewithgranddressingroom, asecond dwelling,three-bay barnshed,fruitorchard, rolling field, andpecangrove

Saturday 6December12.00pm View Saturday 3.00pm -4.00pm

Agent BeauLamshed 0402699303 beau@offermann.com.au

203/61 NOOSASPRINGSDRIV E, NOOSAHEADS

Embracing apeacefulleafyoutlook overthe15th fairway ofNoosaSpringsGolf& CountryClub, thiselegantvillaoffersrefinedlivingwithinoneof Queensland’smostexclusivegated communities. Privatelypositionedattheendofa quietcul-de-sac, Villa203hasbeenbeautifullyrenovated,capturing soft naturallightand sweepingfairway views.The open-planlivingarea flowstoalarge coveredterrace,

complemented by adesignerkitchenwithCaesarstone benchtops,an oversizedislandandpremiumMiele appliances. Featuringtwo luxuriousmastersuitesplusa gueststudio,manicuredgardensand agolfbuggybay, thisfullyfurnishedvilladeliverseffortless,move-inreadyNoosaliving.

Auction Friday12December12.00pm

View Saturday& Wednesday12.00pm- 12.30pm

Agent NicHunter 0421785512 nic@offermann.com.au

Agent AdamOffermann 0475804467 adam@offermann.com.au

Thereare homesthatwhisperofluxury,andthosethat declareitwithquietconfidence.At21CrankStreet, SunshineBeach, you findthelatter- acontemporary sanctuarythatfusesarchitecturalsophisticationwith effortless coastalliving.Everylineandmaterialspeaks thelanguageofmodernluxe,drawingtheoceaninto dailylife. Poisedonaneast-facingridge,it captures unbrokenoceanviewsandaneasystroll to Sunshine

BeachvillageandtheSurfClub.Expansive glazing floodstheinteriors withlight,whileopen-planliving flowstoa terraceand resort-stylepoolbelow. The kitchenis asculpturalcentrepieceforentertaining, withoceanvistasfromeveryangle. Fourbedroomsand threebathroomsoffer comfortandrefinement,the mastersuiteahavenof calmwheresunriseandsea becomepartof everydaylife.

Price $13.5M View

Saturday 9.30am-10.00am

Agent Roark Walsh 0437447804 roark@offermann.com.au

LITTLE COVE SPLENDOUR

PERFECTLY positioned directly opposite Little Cove Beach, just fifty footsteps to the sand, nestled in between Noosa Main Beach and Noosa National Park; is this light-filled, north facing, ground floor apartment with its own exclusive pool, in coveted Little Cove Court, tightly held for 32 years.

Check out the water conditions from the comfort and privacy of your own apartment each morning, grab the surfboard from its rack in the custom-designed storeroom and head across to catch a wave or two, then back home for freshly brewed coffee as you relax poolside on the terrace soaking up the sunshine, sea vista and gentle ocean breezes. Sound inviting?

A split-level design facilitates excellent separation of living, and its end position ensures privacy, access, natural light, and sea breezes are maximised. Floor to ceiling glass windows in the living room showcase the stunning outlook across the exclusive lagoon-style pool to the shimmering ever-changing hues of azure blues and turquoise greens of the Coral Sea.

Freshly painted interiors light up the internal spaces, and all-year round comfort is ensured with split-system reverse-cycle air-conditioning, and there is even heating, ceiling fans, and electric blinds on the side of the terrace above the built-in bench seat for all-weather outdoor relaxation.

A well-equipped kitchen with granite benches, 2-pac cabinetry, quality appliances including induction cooktop, double oven, integrated dishwasher, integrated fridge, and plentiful storage provide a central hub to prepare culinary delights from the casual to the more gourmet with ease.

The expansive north-facing poolside terracing, covered and open-air, is where you will spend most of your time when not at the beach or dining at one of nearby Hastings Street’s worldclass restaurants. Whether keeping cool in the pool, lazing poolside with a cocktail and a good book, or toasting the good life with friends alfresco; this is the piece-de-resistance!

“This is an outstanding opportunity to secure your very own slice of ultra-desirable Little Cove, one of the closest apartments to the sand, and the gateway to all of Noosa Heads’ amazing attractions from the National Park with its coastal walking trails connecting you to secluded bays, coves, and lookouts, plus 550-metres to the surf club and patrolled swimming at Noosa Beach “ said Tom Offermann Real Estate agents Rebekah Offermann & Nic Hunter who are proudly marketing this tightly held apartment.

“Do not wait another 30 plus years, this is a finite moment in time, a life-changing purchase, a legacy property to pass down through multiple

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Address: 1/2 Pandanus Street, NOOSA HEADS

Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage

generations, and a blue-chip asset not just in terms of lifestyle but exponential capital growth.”

Insider Intel:

• Terrace: wraparound expansive north facing terrace overlooking exclusive pool & beyond to sea – covered & open air; built-in bench seating with custom cushions; fan & heater for all year around relaxation & comfort; 2 x electric blinds on western side; private 4.5x4.8m terrace at rear off main bedroom

• About: ground floor; freshly painted internally; split-level design, floor to ceiling glass windows in living to showcase pool & ocean view; split system A/C; plantation shutters in premier bedroom opening out to rear courtyard; welldesigned floor plan facilitates good separation with premier suite exclusively occupying lower level; generous storage incl. under stairs & custom-built surfboard storeroom with racking; travertine tiling; fully tiled ensuite; stone benches in both bathrooms; European style laundry; Spacious 3 bedroom ground floor apartment with extensive covered lounging deck

• Kitchen: stone benches; quality appliances; induction cooktop; double oven; integrated fridge/freezer; integrated dishwasher; appliance cupboard; 2-pac cabinetry; built-in ironing board; views across pool to sea; private pool

• Exterior: end position maximising light, privacy & breezes; lush leafy gardens; lagoon style private north facing pool

• Complex: tightly held Little Cove Court; 12 in complex; secure parking for 1 vehicle; heated communal pool; lush gardens; BBQ facilities

• Location: directly opposite Little Cove Beach (50 footsteps); coveted Little Cove locale one of the very closest to the sand; short stroll to Noosa Coastal Walk through Noosa National Park linking secluded bays, coves & lookouts; 550m to surf club, patrolled swimming & boutique dining & retail; 5min drive to Noosa Farmers Market; 5min drive to Gympie Terrace riverfront dining; 30min drive to airport.

Inspect: Saturday and Wednesday 2-2.30pm Auction: Saturday, 13 December 1pm

Contact: Nic Hunter 0421 785 512 and Rebekah Offermann 0413 044 241, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

IMAGINE LITTLE COVE BEACH AND NOOSA NATIONAL PARK ALMOST ON YOUR DOORSTEP

PICTURE a spectacular address, mere minutes to toes-in-the-white sand of irresistible Little Cove Beach, being almost sequestered within the forever verdant Noosa National Park with its world-class surf breaks, while moments away along the boardwalk sophisticated Hastings Street meets laidback Noosa Main Beach with its beachside restaurants, as well as Laguna Bay.

It’s eye-catching from the street yet with a walled frontage a sense of mystique prevails momentarily along the walkway, where garden art amongst the sub-tropical plantings grabs your attention.

On a similar note, open the arty double gates to reveal a charming Mediterranean-inspired totally private residence ostensibly built into the contours of the land and creating an idyllic connection to the great outdoors.

Inside, the super cool sassy residence with two north-facing terraces running its width on two levels, cleverly takes its prized place in the sun, whilst maximising the notion of inviting itself indoors to shadow dance over beautiful and seemingly endless Brushbox flooring.

The living space has a wood-burner fireplace and separate dining area with slide-away cedar framed doors to the undercover terrace, adding to entertaining options, whilst the centre of attraction is an ever-so high void with atrium-style glass ceiling. Below is marine-grade balustrading with guitar tensioners creatively connected to the nautically inspired curved western red cedar staircase.

Admire numerous doors lovingly hand crafted in various exotic timbers such as Papua New Guinea walnut, plus unique diffused glass panes.

Adding charisma to a happy place for culinary creativity is the U-shaped kitchen with curved, black-topped birds-eye jarrah on the high and prep benches, also wall cabinetry. A suite of Bosch appliances is augmented by a Samsung icemaker fridge. Easy access from the garage after unloading a big shop makes life easier; an expansive courtyard suggests long lunches; and the laundry is close too.

When it comes to living and loving life to the fullest in the idyllic sub-tropics, a leisure space on the upper level adds to the brief. The serious bar, designed as per the kitchen in Jarrah cabinetry, has a sink, bar fridge and window opening to the northerly terrace, so ideal for sundowners accompanied by trilling choruses from the feathered locals. And there’s more! On the south side is an expansive studio with exposed beams and ceiling, a wall of storage and a realm of possibilities!

Dreamtime bliss when surrounded by nature is easy-peasy. Two bedrooms are on the upper floor including a white-bright premier suite retreat with access to north terrace for maybe a

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morning cuppa, also a walk-in robe and ensuite with spa bath. In the east wing the bedroom has built-in robes and an ensuite-style bathroom plus separate toilet. On the ground floor the bedroom has a high ceiling, accesses the north undercover terrace, a bathroom ensuite with a bathtub, as well as an adjacent two-way powder room.

“After 35-years of exceptional holiday memories the time is ripe to pass the baton on to sage investors,” comments Tom Offermann Real Estate marketing agent Nic Hunter.

“Magical Little Cove is a jewel on Australia’s seaboard. It’s where the ocean meets rainforest albeit the Noosa National Park. It’s mere minutes via a designated pathway or the boardwalk to Hastings Street and there is arguably no place in the Noosa region this close to so many wellknown natural assets such as beaches and world-class surf breaks.

“This treasure is the ultimate investment prize.”

Insider Intel:

• Land Area: 610m2; Nth-facing

• Internal/External Areas: 298m/261m incl curved terraces 2.7mx9.5m upper level & 2.7mx8.5m ground level + 4.1mx7.5m courtyard

• About: purchased 1991 renovation/reimagination by current owners; 9 doors & 2 gates each custom/hand made in various exotic timbers such as Papua New Guinea walnut w unique diffused glass panels; 7.24m clerestory style void with atrium-style glass ceiling; marine grade stainless steel balustrading w guitar tensioners joining wires to curved western red cedar staircase; brushbox floors throughout; western red cedar venetians; liberal use of louvres; aircon/fans

• Living/Leisure/Studio spaces: ground floor open plan living; free standing wood burner fireplace; sep dining w slide-away cedar framed doors to alfresco terracotta-tiled terrace as per living; first floor living/leisure space w custom bar designed as per kitchen w jarrah cabinetry + sink, Fisher&Paykel bar fridge & window opening to terrace; sth side u/c terrace joins expansive studio w high exposed beam ceilings + wall of storage

• Kitchen/Laundry: U-shaped w curved blacktopped birds-eye jarrah high bench, wall cabinetry & prep benches; walk-in pantry; Bosch cooktop, oven & dishwasher; Panasonic micro; Samsung icemaker fridge; access to courtyard & garages; adjacent laundry w F&P washer + cabinetry & sink

• Bedrooms: total 3; 2 on 1st floor incl premier suite w access to nth terrace, WIR & ensuite w spa bath; east wing bedroom w BIRs + ensuitestyle bathroom & sep toilet; ground floor 1 x large w high ceiling & beams; accesses nth u/c

terrace; bathroom ensuite w bath tub; adjacent 2-way powder room

• Extras & Exterior: 2-car garage w epoxy flooring & storage; additional parking; large under house storage; central alfresco courtyard; gardens w Banksias, Heliconias, Murrayas; large garden art; large walled front lawned garden room for pool

• Location: elevated site almost surrounded by Noosa National Park Reserve; 2-min to main entrance Noosa National Park & world-famous Surfing Reserve; 8 mins via boardwalk to Little Cove Beach; few mins further to Hastings Street’s cafes, bars, restaurants & boutiques

Address: 4 Little Cove Road, NOOSA HEADS Description: 3 bedrooms,3 bathrooms, 2 garage Auction: On site auction, Saturday 6 December, 10:00 am Inspect: Saturday 29 November 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM; Wednesday 3 December 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Contact: Nic Hunter 0421 785 512, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

EFFORTLESS ELEGANCE BRAND NEW LUXURY DUPLEX

CENTRALLY positioned within a leafy enclave of Noosa Heads is Alabaster Sands, two newly built, dual-level residences crafted for a refined Noosa lifestyle. Just moments from Noosa Junction’s dining, retail and entertainment precinct, and only minutes from Laguna Bay and Hastings Street, the location delivers exceptional convenience in a coveted coastal setting.

Each home enjoys its own private street frontage. Residence 2A is accessed from Banksia Avenue and Residence 2B is accessed from Jan Street, which ensure absolute independence. Abundant natural light, accentuating the interplay of warm natural finishes and clean architectural lines. Interiors are understated yet sophisticated, anchored by premium materials and meticulously considered detailing.

A fluid layout enhances the connection between indoor and outdoor living. The northfacing poolside terrace provides a sunlit space for relaxation, while a sheltered rear terrace with BBQ and built-in seating creates an inviting zone for alfresco dining. The central kitchen, appointed with Smeg and Bosch

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appliances, extensive bench space, and a dedicated bar with wine fridge, forms the heart of the ground floor living and entertaining areas.

Upstairs, three well-proportioned bedrooms and two refined bathrooms form a private retreat away from the social spaces below. The premier bedroom includes its own secluded terrace and is thoughtfully separated from the additional bedrooms by a breezeway, heightening privacy and comfort.

Designed to suit downsizers, professional couples, small families or investors seeking strong returns in one of Queensland’s most tightly held postcodes, these residences balance contemporary design with enduring appeal.

Residence 2A

• Internal: 203m² External: 97.8m² Total: 300m² Residence 2B

• Internal: 203m² External: 85.8m² Total: 290m²

Construction completion date 19 December, 2025.

Address: 2 Jan Street, NOOSA HEADS Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: From $3.4M Inspect: By appointment

Contact: Damien Styring 0409 685 211, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

MODERN FAMILY LIVING IN A PEACEFUL CUL-DE-SAC

PERFECTLY positioned in a quiet, north-facing cul-de-sac, this beautifully presented four bedroom home offers the ideal blend of modern comfort, low-maintenance living and unbeatable convenience. With excellent street appeal and lush established gardens, this home is ready to impress from the moment you arrive.

Step inside and discover a bright, airy interior finished in a fresh neutral palette. The open-plan living, dining and kitchen area flows seamlessly to the covered alfresco, creating an inviting space for everyday living and effortless entertaining. The contemporary kitchen features stone benchtops, upgraded gas stove and oven, and stainless steel appliances, all framed by garden views that bring the outside in.

The spacious master suite is privately positioned complete with air conditioning, a walk-through robe and stylish ensuite. Three additional bedrooms each include built-in robes, and a dedicated media room offers that allimportant second living space.

Outdoors, the property truly shines. Enjoy a spacious, fully fenced backyard with side access and plenty of room for a pool, ideal for families

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or those who love to entertain. The property faces a ‘never to be built on’ nature reserve, providing peaceful views from your front door.

Solar panels, brand new air conditioning in the living area, a family bathroom with separate toilet, a functional laundry, double lock-up garage with internal access and workshop space complete this fantastic package.

Located just a short, flat walk to local shops, schools, and parks, this home offers a lifestyle of leisure and convenience.

Address: 12 Viola Square, PEREGIAN SPRINGS Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage

Contact: Brad Schultz 0493 063 023, RICHARDSON AND WRENCH NOOSA

Luxurious Parkridge Apartment

Discover the ultimate in contemporary Noosa living within the prestigious Parkridge Estate, where luxury meets lifestyle. Perfectly positioned to capture breathtaking views over Lake Weyba and the lush hinterland, this elegant second floor apartment offers the ideal blend of sophistication, comfort, and resort-style convenience.

Perched in one of Sunshine Beach's most prestigious pockets and just moments from the water's edge, Sunshine Horizons on Arakoon is a luxurious coastal retreat that pairs architectural elegance with sweeping ocean views and an unbeatable beachside address. Overlooking the sparkling Coral Sea and world-famous Noosa National Park, this expansive five-bedroom, five bathroom residence promises a relaxed yet refined living and or holiday experience in the heart of one of Noosa's most coveted enclaves.

Spread across three beautifully designed levels, the layout maximises both space and privacy for families and large groups. The main living zone occupies the central floor, where dramatic stacker doors open to a covered balcony capturing panoramic ocean vistas that stretch endlessly across the coastline. Perfect for long lunches and evening cocktails, this is the ultimate backdrop to soak up Sunshine Beach's laidback luxury. Stroll to Sunshine Beach's patrolled surf break, vibrant village cafés, boutique shops and iconic surf club, or take a short drive to the glamour of Hastings Street and Noosa Main Beach. Prestigious schools, Noosa Junction and Noosaville are also within easy reach, offering the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience.

Sunshine Horizons at 7 Arakoon epitomises refined coastal living, delivering an exceptional permanent home or exclusive holiday sanctuary designed to inspire.

Arakoon Cres Sunshine Beach

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

Contact Agent

AGENTS

David Conolly 0438 259 956

Mike Hay 0417 624 059

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TWO EXCLUSIVE RESIDENCES

MASTERFULLY designed by architect Tim Ditchfield, impeccably appointed and fully furnished right down to the cutlery, your full turnkey life of luxury awaits. Buy one or buy both, the choice is yours when it comes to this Noosaville haven, promising absolute perfection within one of the region’s most prestigious pockets.

Both apartments are simply stunning, with three bedrooms and two bathrooms each, plus their own secure garage parking for two vehicles. The breathtaking interiors have been inspired and furnished by Gail Hinkley Design of Signature, while the landscape design by Marc Conlon ensures a peaceful and private sanctuary far removed from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Apartment 1 is nestled on the ground floor with an open-concept kitchen, dining and living zone that flows freely to the entertainer’s terrace and sparkling swimming pool. An

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outdoor kitchen and tranquil backyard will make hosting guests a dream, while the effortless indoor-outdoor design will put you at ease from the moment you arrive.

Stunning Noosa National Park views are on show from the elevated Apartment 2, which features its own private lift, making access a breeze. The lucky new owners of this first-floor residence will relish the open and light-filled kitchen, dining and lounge, along with the large terrace and show-stopping swimming pool, complete with your own outdoor kitchen and awe-inspiring outlook.

As you might expect with a property of this calibre, the list of extra features is extensive and must be seen to be believed. From the premium furniture and appliances to the motorised blinds, zoned air-conditioning, high-capacity solar system and secure gated and pedestrian access, there is just so much to love about these incredible properties.

Noosaville’s vibrant cafes, restaurants and shops are all at your fingertips, and you’re just a short stroll from the picturesque Noosa River foreshore with kilometres of walking and bike trails. Noosa Heads and Hastings Street are only minutes from your new home, and you’ll also love being so close to Noosa Junction with a wide variety of entertainment options to explore.

Address: 1 & 2/23 Edward Street, NOOSAVILLE Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage, Pool Price: From $4.5M Inspect: Contact agent

Contact: David Conolly 0438 259 956 and Mike Hay 0417 624 059, CENTURY21 CONOLLY HAY GROUP

A SANCTUARY OF LIGHT, LUXURY AND DESIGN

WELCOME to 70 Shorehaven Drive, Noosa Waters, a luxurious statement home that captures the sophistication and ease of worldclass coastal living. Positioned within one of Noosa’s most exclusive enclaves, this residence delivers the grandeur and elegance usually reserved for absolute waterfront homes without the associated maintenance.

Here, contemporary design and timeless coastal style come together to create an atmosphere of refined relaxation. Step outside and you’ll find yourself surrounded by the best that Noosa has to offer, including awardwinning restaurants, designer boutiques, scenic waterfront parks, and peaceful river walks, all just moments away.

Every detail of this address speaks to a lifestyle defined by luxury, leisure, and effortless connection to nature.

Transformed through an extensive renovation, this home showcases a flawless blend of modern luxury, architectural precision, and timeless sophistication.

From the street, a striking block wall creates a sense of intrigue, a subtle hint that something special lies beyond it.

What unfolds behind is a residence of remarkable detail and design, where understated elegance gives way to inspired contemporary living. Manicured gardens frame expansive alfresco terraces that create a seamless connection between the indoors and out, whilst inside, high ceilings and an abundance of natural light bring a sense of openness and calm to every space.

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Multiple living zones flow effortlessly together, offering the flexibility to entertain large groups or unwind in peaceful seclusion. At the centre of the home, the beautifully appointed kitchen blends sophistication with everyday functionality, featuring generous storage, premium finishes, and an intuitive layout perfect for family gatherings or relaxed evenings with friends.

Each bedroom is a private sanctuary designed for comfort and tranquillity, and in a rare touch of luxury, every room includes its own private ensuite, reflecting the home’s exceptional attention to design, detail and enduring quality.

From the moment you step through the door, the home feels calm, expansive, and filled with light.

The high ceilings and gentle tones of the interiors create a sense of ease that invites you to slow down and enjoy your surroundings.

Mornings might begin with coffee by the pool or a stroll through nearby parks, while afternoons are spent entertaining on the terrace or simply unwinding in one of the generous living spaces.

As evening falls, the house transforms into a tranquil retreat where open-plan living and soft coastal breezes set the tone for a relaxed, intimate atmosphere.

Every element of the home has been crafted to evoke a feeling of balance and harmony, a place where comfort and elegance meet.

• Completely renovated, reflecting a home that appears as brand new

• All bedrooms with private ensuites, offering rare comfort and privacy

• Soaring high ceilings and generous proportions throughout

• Multiple living zones with seamless indoor and outdoor flow

• Well-appointed kitchen with abundant storage

and premium finishes

• Low-maintenance, landscaped gardens are ideal for relaxed living

• Quality materials and a timeless coastal palette

• 12Kw Solar panel system for energy efficiency

• Year-round comfort with ducted air conditioning and ceiling fans

• Secure double garage with internal access and excellent storage

Perfectly placed in a coveted pocket of Noosa Waters, this home is ideally positioned for a life of ease and connection.

Enjoy morning walks along the river, browse the boutiques of Gympie Terrace, or dine at one of Noosa’s world-class restaurants overlooking the water. The beaches, parklands, and lively village atmosphere of Noosaville are within easy reach, while Hastings Street and the pristine sands of Noosa Main Beach are just a short drive away.

Here, convenience and serenity coexist beautifully, creating a lifestyle that feels both relaxed and refined. 70 Shorehaven Drive represents a rare opportunity to secure a home of true distinction in one of Noosa’s most desirable neighbourhoods.

Designed with scale, light, and livability in mind, it offers the grandeur of a waterfront home with the ease of low-maintenance luxury.

For those seeking an elegant and versatile residence that captures the essence of Noosa Waters living, this property stands in a class of its own.

Address: 70 Shorehaven Drive, NOOSA WATERS Description: 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 garage, Pool Price: On application Inspect: Saturday November 29th 12-12:30pm

Contact: Dean McLure 0499 270 691 and Taylor McLure 0431 468 001, MCLURE PRESTIGE

OPENHOMES

BlackMountain

Thursday27thNovember

5.00PM -5.30PM368BlackMountain Road 443 AuctionOnSiteLaguna RealEstate0421283951

Saturday29thNovember

10.00AM -10.30AM220Lawnville Road 424 OffersOver$2,800,000Hinternoosa0407730987

12.30PM -1.00PM368BlackMountain Road 443 AuctionOnSiteLaguna RealEstate0421283951

Boreen Point

Saturday29thNovember

9.00AM -9.30AM 13ToolaraStreet 332 OffersOver$1,250,000 Hinternoosa0415111370

Cooroy

Saturday29thNovember

9.00AM -9.30AM 6PinbarrenCourt4 22 $1,180,000 Hinternoosa0407730987

10.00AM -10.30AM 8DianellaCourt4 22 Offersover$1,195.000Hinternoosa0407730987

10.45AM -11.15AM1/12KauriStreet 311 Offersover$869,000 Hinternoosa0407730987

12.30PM -1.00PM41MyallStreet 321 OffersOver$979,000 Hinternoosa0415111 370

1.30PM -2.00PM 6CarruthersCourt3 12 OffersOver$995,000 Hinternoosa0415111 370 3.30PM -4.00PM 2DunbarCourt4 23 Offers Over$1,420,000Hinternoosa0415111 370

Doonan

Saturday29thNovember

9.30AM -10.00AM 8PanavistaCt 42.5 2$2,000,000 Laguna RealEstate0412043880

10.00AM -10.30AM 17 PanavistaCourt5 32 OffersOver$1,999,000Hinternoosa0404344399

11.00AM -11.30AM 2Bartle Frere 325 OffersOver$1,799,000Hinternoosa0404344399

11.00AM -11.30AM34BonavistaCrescent 753 $4,000,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0423972034

11.30AM -12.00PM343Sunrise Road 546 OffersOver$2,895,000Hinternoosa0415111 370

11.45AM -12.15PM 160Wust Road 446 OffersOver$2,499,000Hinternoosa0404344399 12.15PM -12.45PM71 ValleyDrive 422 OffersOver$1,999,000Hinternoosa0404344399

Eerwah Vale

Saturday29thNovember

9.30AM -10.00AM 15 to31Neeraway Road 643 OffersOver$2,799,000 Hinternoosa0404344399 10.30AM -11.00AM448GoldCreek Road 314 OffersOver$1,999,999Hinternoosa0409953311

Eumundi

Saturday29thNovember

12.00PM -12.30PM 132AMemorialDrive4 2.5 4$1,100,000-$1,120,000Laguna RealEstate0411328488 1.30PM -2.00PM26CapricornCourt4 36 OffersOver$1,999,000Hinternoosa0422923851

NoosaHeads

Friday28thNovember

11.00AM -11.30AM 9WhiteBeechRoad 432 $2,550,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0409685211 1.00PM -1.30PM9401/5MorwongDrive 221 $1,550,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0412894542

Saturday29thNovember

8.00AM -8.30AM 105/61NoosaSpringsDrive 32.52.5 BY NEGOTIATION Prestige PropertyGroupNoosa0415558656

8.45AM -9.15AM713/61NoosaSpringsDrive 43.5 3BYNEGOTIATION Prestige PropertyGroupNoosa0415558656

9.00AM -9.30AM 12BWYANDRA STREET 322 CONTACTAGENT McLurePrestige0499270691

9.30AM -10.00AM 135/61NoosaSpringsDrive 33 2.5 BY NEGOTIATION Prestige PropertyGroupNoosa0415558656

10.00AM -10.30AM 2SmokeBushDrive 432 $2,500,000TomOffermann RealEstate0423972034

10.00AM -10.30AM520/61NOOSASPRINGSDRIVE 543 FOR SALEMcLurePrestige0499270691

10.00AM -10.30AM 4LittleCove Road 33 2AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0421785512

10.15AM -10.45AM 1411/75 ResortDriveNoosaHeads32.5 2BYNEGOTIATION Prestige PropertyGroupNoosa0415558656

11.00AM -11.30AM214/1AlbaClose 221 $1,259,000

TomOffermann RealEstate0410603519

11.00AM -11.45AM314/61NoosaSpringsDr 332 Offersover$2.8m JoeLangley RealEstate0419883499

11.00AM -11.30AM 9WhiteBeech Road 432 $2,550,000

12.00PM -12.30PM203/61NoosaSpringsDrive 432 Auction

12.00PM -12.30PM24 Kareela Avenue 42 -$6,700,000

12.00PM -12.30PM29TarinaStreet 422 $2,390,000

1.00PM -1.30PM8408/5MorwongDrive 111 $945,000

2.00PM -2.30PM1/2 PandanusStreet 321 Auction

Wednesday3rdDecember

11.00AM -11.30AM214/1AlbaClose 221 $1,259,000TomOffermann RealEstate0410603519

12.00PM -12.30PM203/61NoosaSpringsDrive4 32 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0475804467

12.00PM -12.30PM29TarinaStreet 422 $2,390,000TomOffermann RealEstate0410603519

1.00PM -1.30PM24 KareelaAvenue 42 -$6,700,000TomOffermann RealEstate0468922519 2.00PM -2.30PM1/2PandanusStreet 321 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0421785512 4.00PM -4.30PM 4LittleCoveRoad 332 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0421785512

Noosaville

Friday28thNovember

11.00AM -11.30AM3/235GympieTerrace 321 O/O$2,400,000Cons.Laguna RealEstate0407379893 12.00PM -12.30PM5/265GympieTerrace 321 O/O$1,600,000Cons.Laguna RealEstate0407379893

Saturday29thNovember

-10.30AM2/235GympieTce

-12.30PM

-1.00PM1/110HiltonTerrace

-11.30AM3/235GympieTerrace

PeregianBeach

PeregianSprings

TomOffermann RealEstate0409685211

TomOffermann RealEstate0475804467

TomOffermann RealEstate0468922519

TomOffermann RealEstate0410603519

TomOffermann RealEstate0412894542

TomOffermann RealEstate0421785512

Ridgewood

SunriseBeach

Friday28thNovember

10.00AM -10.30AM2/73 SouthernCross Parade 432 $2,750,000

Saturday29thNovember

OPENHOMES

NoosaHeads

TomOffermann RealEstate0409685211

9.00AM -9.30AM34ORIENTDRIVE 642 OFFERS OVER$6.95MMcLurePrestige0499270691

10.00AM -10.30AM 13 LibertyPlace 53 2ByNegotiationLaguna RealEstate0434236 110

10.00AM -10.30AM2/73 SouthernCross Parade 432 $2,750,000

SunshineBeach

Saturday29thNovember

9.30AM -10.00AM21CrankStreet 432 $13,500,000

10.00AM -10.30AM1/20BelmoreTerrace 322 $2,980,000

10.00AM -10.30AM6/43DukeStreet 221 $1,880,000

10.30AM -11.00AM9/43DukeStreet 221 $1,625,000

TomOffermann RealEstate0409685211

TomOffermann RealEstate0437447804

TomOffermann RealEstate0408710556

TomOffermann RealEstate0468922519

TomOffermann RealEstate0468922519

11.00AM -11.30AM1/56FERGUSON STREET 434 FOR SALEMcLurePrestige0499270691 Tewantin

10.00AM -11.00AM73MoorindilStreet 32.5 2$1,950,000 Laguna RealEstate0428711163

11.00AM -11.30AM27HiltonTce 43.5 2O/O$3,750,000 Cons.Laguna RealEstate0407379893 11.00AM -11.30AM49GeorgeStreet 000Offersover$1,050,000 consideredLaguna RealEstate0412043880

11.00AM -11.30AM27HiltonTce 43.5 2O/O$3,750,000 Cons.Laguna RealEstate0407379893

3.00PM -4.00PM61SivyersRoad

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NOOSA RIVER DREAMING - REFINED COASTAL LUXURY

EXPERIENCE the very best of Noosa living with this brand-new, architecturally designed residence – where every detail reflects refined craftsmanship and coastal elegance.

Showcasing flawless design and premium finishes throughout, this exceptional family home blends form, function, and effortless luxury. From the moment you step inside, the interplay of space, light, and texture creates an atmosphere of calm sophistication.

Burnished concrete floors, soaring ceilings, and abundant natural light set the tone, complemented by Blackbutt timber flooring and exquisite Brazilian natural stone benchtops. The heart of the home features a superb open-plan living and dining zone, anchored by a statement chef’s kitchen with high-end appliances and generous preparation space – perfect for relaxed entertaining or family gatherings. Integrated fridge/freezer, integrated dishwasher, platewarmer oven, microwave convection, induction cooktop emphasise the premium calibre of inclusions. Plus - ducted airconditioning and solar panels for energy economy.

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Designed for flexibility and comfort, the residence includes four expansive bedrooms and 3.5 designer bathrooms, ideal for multigenerational living or guests. Two luxurious master suites, each with a private walk-in robe and indulgent ensuite, offer a true retreat experience.

Outdoors, each home has an exclusive use resort-inspired pool area, outdoor shower and fire pit, framed by designer crazy paving, lush tropical gardens, and a serene gazebo – an idyllic setting for alfresco dining or leisurely afternoons in the sun. Each gazebo boasts a

vintner’s fridge, sink, BBQ and a television point

- ultimate indulgence!

A home of distinction — blending refined luxury with relaxed coastal living.

OUTSTANDING FEATURES AT A GLANCE:

• Prime example of Noosa excellence

• 4 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 designer bathrooms

• Including 2 private master suites with walk-in robes and ensuites

• Premium finishes; burnished concrete, Blackbutt timber, Brazilian natural stone

• Architecturally designed with generous proportions and high ceilings

Address: 27 Hilton Terrace, TEWANTIN Description: 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2 garage, Pool Price: Offers Over $3,750,000 Considered Inspect: Saturday and Wednesday, 11.00-11.30am Contact: Melanie Butcher, 0407 379 893, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

• Luxury kitchen with top-tier appliances and high end detailing

• Kitchen also includes an integrated fridge/ freezer, integrated dishwasher

• Resort style outdoor living each with exclusive use pool, gazebo, firepit & outdoor shower

• For ultimate indulgence, each gazebo includes a vintner’s fridge, sink, BBQ & TV point

• Lush landscaped gardens offering privacy and tranquillity

• Walk to Noosa River, parks, Noosa Marina, shops, restaurants and cafes

• Minutes to beaches, schools and Noosa’s premier lifestyle attractions

ELEVATED, WIDE HINTERLAND VISTA TO NOOSA

DOMINATING its surroundings, “Chateau Panavista”, an elevated hinterland haven in a quiet cul-de-sac, offers the new owner a wide vista over lush green Doonan forest, Lake Weyba, Noosa Heads and the distant horizon.

This north facing single level home provides expansive open plan relaxed living spread across the top of the 7633m2 elevated allotment and you will be within 15 minutes drive to numerous world-famous Noosa attractions, schools, medical facilities, boutique and supermarket shopping, quality restaurant and coffee outlets, the country vibe of Eumundi township and the Bruce Highway.

This highly desirable property is suitable for year-round family enjoyment, to entertain visitors, expand your culinary expertise or just relaxing. Or you can easily pop down to nearby Hastings Street or Eumundi and explore.

A wide array of wall to ceiling glass windows and doors across the elevated north-facing front walls of the home open to a huge alfresco dining / relaxion pavilion adjacent to the sparkling blue pool and invites you to enjoy the green outlook and distant vista.

The solid light-filled family home features very generous formal and informal living domains; a renovated modern kitchen with ample stone “waterfall” benchtop and storage; adjacent dining zone; huge parents retreat including

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ensuite (spa-bath and shower), separate wardrobe / dressing room, separate powder room: there are also 3 guest bedrooms plus dedicated office/study (or 5th bedroom) near the front door and a spacious separate laundry.

Gardens and manicured lawns have been professionally replanted or rejuvenated to an

exacting standard.

Benefits and features we love include:

• Generous floor plan provides timeless charm and practical enjoyment 285m2 internal plus 143m2 external (total 428m2; meticulously maintained)

• Floor to ceiling glass opens the home to the

Address: 8 Panavista Court, DOONAN Description: 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: $2,000,000 Inspect: Saturday, 9.30-10.00am

Contact: Roger Omdahl 0412 043 880, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

northerly hinterland and Noosa vista

• North facing under-roof alfresco pavilion adjacent to the sparkling blue pool

• Renovated chef’s kitchen – ample stone benches, quality Miele and DeLonghi appliances, ample cupboard and drawer capacity – soft close

• Dedicated office / study near the front door (or 5th bedroom)

• Economical living with tank water, solar power and hot water systems

• Huge parents retreat (ensuite with spa-bath and shower) overlook the pool and long northerly hinterland vista

• Year round comfort is assured ducted airconditioning and ceiling fans throughout

• Security screens in all rooms

• Termite protection system

• Double auto lock up garage with internal house entry ample cupboards, work bench and external door

• Ample tank water in 3 concrete tanks; over 90,000 Litre capacity

• Striking sandstone retaining walls at the street front and driveway entry

• Steel garden shed for your convenience. Your attractive Noosa hinterland lifestyle awaits: Please contact Roger for all information.

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3 A 2.5 B 2 C

•Prime positioninOldTewantin, minutes to theNorthShorecar ferry

•Ideal fordualliving, approved forholiday or permanentrental

•Light filled, east facing,openplanflowingtoa large timber deck

•Moderngranite kitchenwithqualityBoschand Blanco appliances

•Mastersuite withspabath,doublevanity, walk-inrobe,leafyviews

•Lowerlevelwithtwo bedrooms, bathroom,secondlivingarea

•Sparklingingroundpool;solar power;ceilingfans; doublegarage

•StrolltoTewantinVillage,theMarina, RSLandnewlyrenovated Royal

Mail family hotel.Around 10minutes drivetoHastingsStreet

FORSALE

$1,950,000

Sat10.00-11.00am

Warren Evans 0428711163

warren@lagunarealestate.com.au

•Quiet,convenientlocationintheheartofEumundi

•Momentsfromlocalshops andthe iconicEumundiMarkets

•Fourbedrooms,twobathrooms; upstairsretreat,ensuite andbalcony

•Sparklingpoolandspaciousalfrescoarea—perfectforentertaining

•Doublegarage, double carportproviding ampleparking andstorage

•Exceptional potential to personalise, renovate,orexpand

•Surroundedbylushrollinghills,yet closetoNoosa’sbeaches

•Vibrant locallifestylewith cafés, galleries,restaurants,marketsanda soon-to-opensupermarket

FORSALE

$1,100,000 -$1,120,000

Sat12.00-12.30pm 4 A 2.5 B 4 C D

ChrisForde 0411328488

chris@lagunarealestate.com.au

4 A 4 B 3 C D

•StrikingTudor-inspired residencespanning 3levels,spectacularviews

•Self-contained studio- idealfor teenagers,guestsorincome stream

•Freshly renovatedmiddlefloor,designerkitchen,premium finishes

•Stunninghand-craftedmineralpool+ Outbackinspiredrotunda

•Energy-efficientliving:solar,tintedwindows,insulationandwoodfire

•Secure3-car parking, 6x6shed, twowater tanks,sustainableliving

•Recentroof restorationwithtransferable10-year warranty

•Primelocation-only5 minutes to Cooroy andPomona;30minutes to iconicNoosaBeachandcosmopolitan delights

aUCtiOn Auction29thNov 1.00pm VieW Saturday 12.30-1.00pm

Craigtaylor 0421283951

6 A 3 B 4 C D aUCtiOnOnSiteSatUrDaY20tHDeCemBer11am

•Spaciousduallivinghomeover2 levelson1022m2

Jasminetaylor 0430848277

•Separationofaccommodation,ideal forexpandedfamiliesand guests

•Strongrentalpotential,liveonone level,leasethe other(STCA)

•Upperlevel:living, kitchen,balcony, main bedroom plus 3bedrooms

•Large kitchenwithservery-great forfamiliesand entertaining

•Downstairs:2ndliving, 2bedrooms,office,multi purpose room

•Solar,shed, fireplace,spabath, saltwaterpool,fruittrees

•LocatedoneminutefromPomonaTownCentre;34minutes to Hastings Street andMainBeach

aUCtiOn OnSite Sat20thDec11am VieW Sat11.00-11.30am Wed5.00- 5.30pm

Jasminetaylor 0430848277

Craigtaylor 0421283951