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Tourists abound in Noosa

Noosa shone over the Easter break and while increased fuel prices and flow on cost increases emanating from Middle East conflict may be impacting the economy overall it didn’t prevent visitors and locals from enjoying a holiday.

Intermittent showers and south-easterly winds may have reduced numbers on some beaches during the weekend but Noosa Main Beach and Hastings Street was busy with locals and visitors, particularly on Monday.

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Noosa is growing

By Margie Maccoll

The Grow It Local national group including ce-

lebrity chef Paul West visited Noosa last week as part of its aim to engage all Australians in growing, sharing and eating locally grown food and in direct response to community support for Noosa to deliver locally grown food.

Permaculture Noosa, in collaboration with Noosa Council welcomed Grow It Local team of Paul West (from River Cottage) and Darryl Nichols to Cooroy Community Gardens for a handson experience.

Noosa councillor Tom Wegener said no statement was more publicly supported in council’s

recently conducted Destination Management Plan survey than one on regenerative agriculture with about 90 per cent of survey participants indicating either strong (72%) or somewhat (19%) support to the statement:

“Support and showcase local food and beverage producers to develop regenerative experiences that deliver fresh, nutrient rich and locally grown food and beverage that helps sustain and promote the wellbeing of locals and visitors while in Noosa”

Noosa Council joined Grow It Local as a result of the community survey response and encouragement from council’s waste team member

Emma Menzies, Cr

said.

Darryl Nichols told visitors to the garden event how the Grow It Local group had begun with just three members - “Paul, myself and my brother” and grown to about 48,000 members.

“We’ve got about 1.4million square metres under cultivations across of network of community gardens, back yards, school gardens and window sill farms and the community is diverting about 62,000kg of food waste from landfill each week through composting activity,” he said.

“One of things we’ve been excited to unearth is when you grow food you develop a greater appreciation of food and one of the things you do is

waste less food, you develop an interest in composting because the soil is the heart of the garden. Composting is a great way to divert food scraps be destined for landfill.

“If everyone was a gardener and grew food there’d be no food waste. One of the other benefits is people who grow food eat more healthy fresh seasonal produce. We’re involved in a study with the Australian Institute, called Grow your owngrowing food to eat better, feel better and help the planet. Results from the study show people who grow food eat five times more healthy fresh fruit and vegetables than everyone else.”

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Weather predictable

By Jim Kennedy

If I had to describe the rainfall for the first quarter of 2026 the only word that could is, predictable. At the end of last year, the Bureau of Meterology (BOM) predicted drier weather in the south and increased rainfall in the tropical north. That’s exactly what we got, even if March had of gotten average rainfall we would have had a dry quarter just 86 per cent of Year to Date (YTD) average. Thanks to March we finished the quarter on 114 per cent.

The total rain for the first three months was 708mm, whilst the average for the quarter is 623mm. March saved the quarter by exceeding the first two months rainfall by over 100mm, which meant that the quarter came in at 114per cent of average YTD. In March we got 411mm. February, which is usually our wettest month, received 199mm or 81 per cent of average. January

was even lower getting just 70 per cent of average with 98mm.

You may recall having to water your garden in February which is something you never have to do in the first quarter but this year it was necessary. This was brought about by only receiving 4mm of rain in the first two weeks of February, and along with January, is one of our hottest months. We found out it really didn’t take long for the garden to dry out in our summer if we don’t have rain.

Let’s see if Zeus, the Greek rain god looked after us that have to go to work, and want sunny weekends and wet weekdays. The good news he tried but wasn’t totally successful.

With regard to the sunny days, for the month February won it easily with only ten wet days followed by January. Umbrellas were the go in March with 20 wet days which only gave us one sunny day out of three. For the quarter we had 44

wet days which is pretty close to 50 per cent. Out of 13 weekends we broke about even with rain falling on six Saturday and seven Sundays. But the good news is that Monday and Tuesday really copped it with eight and ten wet days respectively. We got that much rain on Mondays and Tuesdays they accounted for over half the rainfall for the quarter getting a combined total of 388mm.

What’s the outlook for the rest of 2026, I can only repeat what’s on the BOM. If they can’t get it right with all of their resources what hope do I have. Their long-range forecast is drier weather in the south and increased rainfall in the tropical north. This is basically what we are experiencing now with about average in the south and way above average in the tropical north. This is similar to what the BOM predicted at the end of last year and it’s been delivered.

Tourists abound in Noosa over Easter

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Sunshine Coast Airport reported its busiest ever Easter weekend period with more than 24,000 passengers expected through the airport, the busiest day being Monday 6 April with the airport welcoming more than 6,300 passengers.

Sunshine Coast Airport CEO, Chris Mills said the increase reflected strong passenger appetite for travel during the holiday period.

“This weekend our airline partners have responded to demand with a 26 percent increase on capacity compared to the same time last year,” Chris said.

“During the entire Easter school holiday period, there will be an increase of 20 percent in the number of seats over last year.

The airport’s new flights to Singapore via Bali also drove significant growth – contributing an extra 1,400 seats per week.

Tourism Noosa CEO Sharon Raguse said accommodation bookings over the long weekend were strong at more than 70 per cent across parts of the region and a 60 per cent average for the rest of the two-week school break, which was similar to last year.

“Accommodation operators have generally seen little or no impact from the recent fuel price increases, reporting just a few booking cancellations, but for the most part, it’s been business as usual. Most cancellations they did have were able to be filled again before Easter,” she said.

And in the lead-up to Easter, overnight occupancy throughout March was about 10 per

cent higher than the same time last year.

Ms Raguse said it had though been a bit quieter than expected for tour and experience operators, and some retail and dining outlets, but she hoped the beautiful April weather continued so visitors and locals would get out and about to experience all the wonderful holiday activities in Noosa.

Noosa Council reported no noticeable reduction in Easter bookings at holiday parks, but said they would be monitoring forward bookings for future impacts.

While fuel concerns continue Energy Minister Chris Bowen said on Monday the country had reserve petrol supplies for 34 days, diesel

Council input on waterways Bill

By Frank Wilkie, Mayor, Noosa Council

There was strong representation from Noosa, with all views put on the record, at the Committee Hearing for the draft Bill for the creation of the Sunshine Coast Waterways Authority.

The State proposes that the Authority will manage Noosa River and other Sunshine Coast waterways after the Bill is enacted in July.

Here is the submission presented by Noosa Council:

Thank you Chair, and thank you Members of this Committee Noosa Council supports the State’s objective of improving coordination and long-term planning across Sunshine Coast waterways. We agree that better coordination, if well designed, can deliver real benefits.

However, Council does not support the Bill in its current form, and our concerns are about governance design rather rather than policy intent.

We are asking for amendments that strengthen the Bill, not weaken it.

We see partnership as the key to attaining the best outcomes for the deeply loved waterways that course through the heart of our communities.

Accordingly, Noosa Council seeks a partnership approach involving representation of the three local governments on the Sunshine Coast Waterways Authority board, tighter wording to ensure Noosa’s highly valued, everglades, and constrained, shallow river and lake system is protected by law not just assurances, greater clarity in the roles and responsibilities of agencies and genuine consultation with communities and councils regarding the waterways strategies and major infrastructure projects.

Noosa, Sunshine Coast and Moreton City councilsarepartoftheResilientRiversSouth-East Queensland program, a partnership between the SEQ Council of Mayors, The Queensland Government, Australian Government, water utilities, key regional catchment organisations and the community to ensure coordinated river catchment management and healthy and resilient rivers.

This partnership-based planning recognises that Local Governments are responsible for managing land uses across the thousands of square kilometers that make up the catchments feeding into South East Queensland waterways, like the Noosa River.

Land based choices regarding erosion, stormwater, sediment control, plus riparian and inter-tidal development are integral to the health of waterways.

It is impossible to ensure healthy rivers without regard at every level of decision-making to the role local governments play on behalf of their communities in managing uses on adjacent land.

By way of practical example, Council manages extensive foreshore land and public spaces along the Noosa River, including areas such as Noosaville Foreshore and Gympie Terrace.

Decisions about marine infrastructure, navigation or dredging in these locations have direct land-based impacts—on parks, traffic, public amenity and community safety - which are currently managed through Council-endorsed plans and engagement.

The Bill establishes a new authority with broad powers over strategy, infrastructure, navigation and sediment management, while stating

that local government responsibilities are not displaced. In its current draft, this creates uncertainty and overlapping mandates without clear hierarchy or dispute resolution mechanisms when priorities differ.

Council is also concerned that Noosa Council - and the Kabi Kabi Traditional Owners - were not consulted during the development of the Bill prior to its introduction.

Accordingly, this is why our submission seeks Representation of the three local governments on the SCWA board.

Guarantees of genuine consultation with each community and councils regarding the water-ways strategies and any major infrastructure projects.

Endorsement of the SCWA strategies by local

governments

Assurances that Noosa’s distinct environmental and waterway values, community expectations and statutory land use frameworks are appropriately recognised in the establishment and ongoing operation of the Authority;

Greater clarity in the Bill regarding governance roles, responsibilities, tenure and decision making.

In conclusion, we are seeking your support for amendments that strengthen the Bill, not weaken it.

With these changes, we believe the Authority could complement local stewardship rather than risk duplication or conflict.

Council looks forward to assisting the Committee and welcomes your questions.

LifeFlight team rescue crew from overturned boat

By Steve Linnell

Three men have been rescued from an overturned boat off the Noosa coast in a coordinated emergency response involving air and sea authorities.

A LifeFlight rescue helicopter was tasked at 8.10am yesterday by Retrieval Services Queensland and the Australian Maritime Safety Authority after reports of an upturned vessel about 9km offshore from Noosa Heads. The 8-metre vessel had capsized in open water, prompting a rapid response from the Sunshine Coast-based aeromedical crew.

A LifeFlight rescue crew officer was winched down to the scene, where three men - aged in their 50s and 60s - were retrieved from the water.

One of the men was treated at the scene for a head abrasion by the onboard LifeFlight critical care doctor and a Queensland Ambulance Service flight paramedic.

All three patients were then airlifted to Sunshine Coast University Hospital for further assessment and treatment.

The incident highlights the vital role of aeromedical services in responding to emergencies off the Sunshine Coast, particularly in offshore and hard-to-reach locations.

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Noosa growing local goods

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Cooroy Community Garden was the tenth of 19 gardens the Grow It Local team were visiting as part of a tour across Australia.

“What I like about gardens is that everyone is a unique expression of the place or the people involved but they have the commonality of being these wonderful places where people come together as a community, where there’s an excellent energy, where people are connecting with the natural world and building community,” Paul West said.

Paul said the group’s ultimate aim was getting people to engage in some small way in growing their own food.

“It’s not necessarily about trying to make everyone self-sufficient because I think that’s an overwhelming ideal for people and it stops them from participating,” he said.

“But you can get to somewhere like this, a community garden. You could live in an apartment. You could have never have grown food in your life and you come to a place like this and feel connected to it.

“It’s one of the most human things to do, put your hands in soil, plant some seeds, plant some plants, share skills to make the garden grow.

“You don’t need the expertise, you don’t have to be a master gardener to get your hands in the soil here and reap all the benefits of your own

health, community health and the environmental health.”

Guests at the event enjoyed a tour of the ever evolving garden led by Cr Wegener and Permaculture Noosa president Geoff Powell taking in

the gardens various elements including the plant propagation shed, vegetable wicking beds and herb spiral.

Cr Wegener said the garden was built on the site of a former netball court with a goal to grow

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the most nutritious food and had blossomed.

“We started with food compost from various restaurants, then double grind from our tip, about 45 cubic metres from our tip, and slowly it broke down, and coffee grounds from many places. Once you get nitrogen from the coffee grounds, horse manure and mix it with double grind, holy mackerel, we have so much loam,” he said. “Before it was just hardened clay, it’s gone from hard to grow to a jungle.”

Geoff said the garden served many roles including growing food, being a good example of permaculture in action and a good community garden.

Emma Menzies encouraged people to get involved - grow their own food, save money and reduce waste.

She said while not everyone had time to go to a community garden Permaculture Noosa ran monthly workshops that were freely available online as well as an ask an expert email help service.

“Everyone needs help to get your garden growing,” she said.

Geoff said people could get involved by coming along on Tuesday or Thursday mornings to their regular events or club nights on the third Tuesday of the month at Cooroy Memorial Hall, or get in touch via website or Permaculture Noosa & Cooroy Community Garden Facebook page.

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In honour of Daniel Morcombe, the new Queensland Government has delivered Daniel’s Law, the State’s first public child sex offender register, available now. This online tool identifies certain reportable offenders living in your local area, or whose whereabouts are unknown to police. Parents and guardians can also apply for a search on unsupervised contacts.

Through Daniel’s Law, the Queensland Government is delivering access to vital information to help keep kids safe.

Fire battery warning out

By Steve Linnell

Noosa Council is urging residents to take greater care when disposing of batteries after a fire at the Doonan Resource Recovery Centre was likely sparked by an incorrectly discarded item.

The blaze, which forced the closure of the Eumundi Noosa Road facility on Wednesday, is believed to have started in the steel stockpile area, with early investigations pointing to a battery as the ignition source.

Waste Coordinator Peita Otterbach said the incident highlighted a growing and dangerous trend.

“This is the second blaze we’ve had at one of our waste facilities recently, believed to be ignited by an incorrectly disposed battery,” Ms Otterbach said.

“There are signs in place at the Resource Recovery Centre clearly explaining that batteries must be dropped off at the transfer station, not dumped elsewhere on site, such as the steel stockpile, where yesterday’s fire occurred.”

Emergency crews attended the scene, with two fire trucks responding and the blaze contained within a secure area of commercial waste that included plastic, steel and other materials.

An excavator was also removed from the site during the incident.

Nearby residents in Noosaville, Tewantin and surrounding areas were advised to stay indoors and close windows and doors as smoke drifted from the site.

Ms Otterbach said lithium-ion batteries, commonly found in items such as e-bikes, e-scooters, vapes and household electronics, pose a significant fire risk when not disposed of properly.

“Discarded batteries have significant potential to cause harm if they’re not disposed of correctly,” she said.

Queensland Fire Department data shows more than 200 battery-related fires were recorded across the state in the first 11 months of 2025 - roughly one every two days.

“Incorrectly disposed batteries are now one of the leading causes of fires in kerbside waste collection trucks across Queensland, and Noosa is no exception,” Ms Otterbach said.

“It is up to the consumer to responsibly dis-

pose of the waste they generate. That can be done very easily by sorting batteries from other material and checking with staff where to place them.”

The Doonan Resource Recovery Centre has since reopened and is operating as normal from 7am to 5pm daily, with all other waste facilities across Noosa maintaining regular hours over Easter.

Residents are reminded that battery disposal is free at council facilities, with designated drop-off points available.

Motorway upgrade tender released by state government

The state government has released a detailed design invitation-only tender for two new south-facing ramps to the Sunshine Motorway at Mount Coolum.

The project includes an upgraded Sunshine Motorway–West Coolum Road interchange, integrating with Sunshine Coast Regional Council’s plan to connect Suncoast Beach Drive and South Coolum Road to West Coolum Road.

The invitation-only tender has been sent to a select group of qualified experts to complete the detailed design work aimed at easing congestion at the busy Yandina-Coolum Road roundabout.

To inform the next stage, a draft concept for the two new south-facing ramps has also been released for community feedback.

Minister for Transport and Main Roads Brent

Mickelberg said the project was a long-overdue upgrade that would make a real difference for locals.

“Communities like Coolum and Mount Coolum are growing quickly, and they deserve infrastructure that keeps pace,” he said.

Member for Ninderry Dan Purdie said planning for these improvements is an important next step towards busting congestion at the Yandina-Coolum Road roundabout and ensuring the road network can meet the needs of residents well into the future.

Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson said this was an opportunity for locals to have their say on the proposed concept, which aimed to overcome safety and congestion issues on key intersections and local roads.

Community feedback is open until 15 May 2026, and will help inform the next phase of the project.

For more information visit tmr.qld.gov.au/ projects/sunshine-motorway-mooloolaba-peregian-west-coolum-road-upgrade-interchange

Beating cancer, step by step

By Erle Levey

“It’s not about the problems, it’s about how you overcome them. It’s about how you refuse to allow those problems define you.”

Simon Harvey didn’t have to to walk around Australia in his own battle with cancer - he is doing it to raise awareness of the tragedy of children suffering from the disease.

That’s because he can ... because he wants to. The fact that so many young children develop cancer has become his life journey in raising awareness of the illness and funds for research to help fight it.

Yet the Kids’ Cancer Project is also to help support those suffering from the trauma of managing and coping with the impact of this disease.

That’s something Simon knows about only too well. He was diagnosed with stage four cancer in 2016, with doctors telling him he had six months to live.

It’s not just the issue of cancer that Simon has become aware of on his walk but the rate of suicide and substance abuse that he has seen both in regional Australia and urban areas.

Relying on his own experience, he is trying to encourage people to navigate their way past this.

Simon, also known as Captain Australia, has got less than two weeks left on his “Big Lap.’’

He hopes to raise a million dollars to help fund research to put an end to childhood cancer.

Generally sleeping by the side of the road in his swag, Simon relies on a “magic trolley” which includes some impressive solar technology and a Starlink satellite internet dish for remote areas.

He wants to arrive back in Brisbane on April 7 to celebrate a family birthday with his wife Jenny and their three sons - Spencer, Sullivan and Sheldon.

I met Simon along the Bruce Highway last Friday, on what was Day 526 of his walk.

He was about 6km north of Apple Tree Creek and taking a well-earned rest in the shade after covering about 20km in five hours.

“I was diagnosed with Stage four head and neck cancer. But I got better.

“I’d beaten my cancer. But the projection was it would grow, block my airways and I would die.

“They told me that if I have a really aggressive course of chemotherapy, there’s a chance it would respond.

“It was going to need drastic breaking of the jaw so as to get inside the bone.

“I had the treatment but I didn’t need the surgery. I had a very rare outcome.

“It destroyed my thyroid, my metabolism, my vision and hearing - but it killed my cancer.

“Six months later it hung over me - every cough, every neck cramp. It felt like anything was telling me it’s coming back.’’

So Simon took his first Big Walk. In the middle of the Covid crisis he dressed up as Captain Australia and walked 2000km from Brisbane to Melbourne.

“That raised $165,000 for cancer. It was my way of coming back.

“It helped not just me and the charity but other people out there. They saw something good in the work I was doing.

“So I decided to do more. And spent six to nine months just speaking about it and set out on the Big Lap.’’

As we sat in the shade last Friday, Simon was delighted with the bottle of Bundaberg Ginger Beer I had brought for him, along with some fruit from Childers. After all, we were in a major Australian food bowl, producing 25 percent of the nation’s fresh produce.

There had been some hills to slow his progress. That and the humidity of a day with the temperature hovering around the 30-degree mark.

He is setting himself an average of 28-30km a day in this, his final leg into Brisbane.

Simon, now aged 50-something, started his walk on July 17, 2023. Last Friday he had been on the road 1087 days which has included time for medical treatment and to catch up with family, especially during school holidays.

Actual walking time will see him cover more than 15,000km. Based on an average walking pace that is about 20 million steps.

There have been days to repair, body, mind and the 100kg trolley he has been pushing that carries his swag, sleeping gear, food, drinks and cooking equipment.

When Simon set out he weighed 145kg due to his cancer - the way it impacted his metabolism,

digestion and breathing.

He has lost about 50kg in that time but still has issues keeping his weight regulated. He doesn’t digest food in the same way or absorb energy the way he did.

“There’s the physical toil of doing 30-35km through all sorts of conditions. When you’re that wrecked, it’s not just the backpack but you’re carrying this extra weight.

“When I set out I was carrying an extra 50kg on my skeleton. I’d get chafing and then my clothes would stick to the blood, so at eight o’clock at night I’d be peeling the clothes off.

“But the wounds would heal, and then the bleeding would start all over again.

“Physically, my knees are busted but I’m significantly stronger.

“I am approaching the finish line. It doesn’t matter how far you’ve walked in a day. It’s the last 3km each day that are the hardest.

“Your body is telling you to stop but when you apply that small distance to the overall journey, that adds up to hundreds of kilometres.’’

“This is probably my 17th pair of shoes. If I put in some extra distance tonight, I might be able to accelerate the timeline because it’s pretty flat from here.’’

I started following Captain Australia’s Facebook posts about the time he reached Victoria, and have kept reading his morning updates on the Big Lap.

His words are respectful. He doesn’t describe it as a long walk, and it’s not a great walk.

Simon puts what he is doing into perspective. In Australia 1000 children a year develop cancer.

He was faced with these figures while having his own treatment at the Royal Brisbane Women’s Hospital.

“I got lucky, but there is no luck with cancer. Not really.

“Even if the disease doesn’t take your life it tries to take everything else - your hope, your dignity, your sense of place in the world.

“There are gut-wrenching side-effects. Since the treatment I have facial spasms pretty regularly, thyroid problems, airway problems, vomiting ... you know, all all these issues.

“I’m not asking for sympathy. The thing that bothered me most about treatment and the period after treatment was the kids that go through this - waiting for radiation and to see a child in line.

“And you say: ‘Come on mate, just give me the extra cancer - let the kid go will you. That’s not acceptable.’

“Anyway, that’s led me to this really important charity: The Kids’ Cancer Project.’’

The data is all moving in the right direction. Just not quickly enough, so any support that changes the trajectory is welcome.

Simon couldn’t help but do something. He didn’t have to do the walk but there are people who will always choose to help others in need.

It’s the same with those who visit him along the journey - they’re compelled to do so.

Those who stop and talk to him about their child who died of cancer at age seven. The truckies and travellers who have shared some time, some food and drink.

Then there is just the general encouragement people give him whether in person or on his facebook page: Captain Australia’s BIG LAP.

Speaking with Simon was extremely inspirational. Developing cancer is only part of his story.

He grew up in Brisbane but those early years were traumatic.

Simon left home at 15. His mother was not to be relied upon, so he just had to leave.

He walked from Brisbane to Sydney to live with his grandmother … until she passed away after a couple of years.

“I put myself through school - Queensland University of Technology. I cleaned McWhirters building in Fortitude Valley six nights a week to get myself through.

“That was the late ‘80s. The Valley was starting to change but there was a block of units in Brunswick Street and I collected the rents in return for cheap rent myself.

“There was a laundromat downstairs and fish and chip shop. It was streetwalkers central.

“That’s how the Valley was. It was a mess.’’

When Simon finished at QUT he took the first

job he could find, and that was with insurance. He intended to quit that in six months but 13 years later had started to climb the corporate ladder. With wife Jenny they had three sons, and he was quite innovative in business - especially on the technology side.

“In corporate life, it’s as much about being a good decision-maker and making reasonably sound choices when they come in front of you.

“This can be whatever the basis. It could be staffing, it could be performance rating.

“If you have a good decision-making process you can navigate your way through any job.’’

Eventually he was running e-commerce for an insurance company and as he climbed up the ladder thought of money in a more mundane way.

Instead of paying off the home mortgage he started a travel insurance company and spent five or six years growing it.

Then, just as it was reaching its potential and he was looking to sell it, Covid came along. Overnight the business was dismantled.

That, and the cancer diagnosis, must have had an impact on why he was picking the handles of the trolley up again just after midday so we could set off on the few remaining kilometres into Apple Tree Creek.

For Simon, his lessons in life include not allowing fear to enter or influence decision-making.

“Fear won’t help you … only in immediate survival decisions such as flight or fight.

“Even then you are better remaining calm. Do your very best to isolate fear, contain it.

“Make rational choices rather than fear-based. If you fix that you will be happier in life.

“Don’t carry resentment. Let it go.’’

The message is clear: Don’t be afraid. If you have a dream or something that seems unattainable, stay calm and set some goals on how to get there.

Simon has shown incredible human effort in the face of all his own personal adversity to help others. Isn’t that all anyone can ask?

For more information: https://www.capsbiglap.au/

Alexa meets lifesaving doctors

Gold medal Paralympian Alexa Leary AOM says meeting the two Sunshine Coast doctors who gave her a second chance in life was “incredible”.

A LifeFlight helicopter flew the world-record-breaking swimmer to Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) after a high-speed cycling accident in July 2021.

Alexa’s daily life is impacted by her traumatic brain injury (TBI). She’s advocating for a national TBI awareness day to help Australians better understand this invisible disability.

The 24-year-old, who last month won the Gold Coast Para-Athlete of the Year, says the heart-felt reunion at the LifeFlight Sunshine Coast base was something she’d wanted to do for a long time.

“I just met the doctor that was on the flight with me to the Royal Brisbane Hospital heading to ICU,” Alexa said.

“They’re the big reason why I’m here. LifeFlight is a massive reason. It’s just a big moment in my life that I finally met him. It’s incredible. I was like I’m going to shake your hand; I’m going to give you a hug!

“It just made me feel so good, of course I had a few little tears. But I just loved it.”

LifeFlight critical care doctor Andrew Hughes was responsible for Alexa’s care during the 30-minute flight from Sunshine Coast University Hospital (SCUH) to RBWH.

He and his colleague, Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) critical care flight paramedic Michael O’Brien, kept the swimming champion alive and stable.

Alexa was heavily sedated because of her head injury, so she was on a ventilator to keep her airway safe and control her breathing.

Dr Hughes said the reunion was equally special for him.

“Alexa is a prime example of why we do what we do,” he said.

“The last time I saw her, she was very broken. And to now see her happy, healthy and not just thriving but excelling is a really fabulous feeling for me.

“We can’t always tell how people are going to go when we collect them, but we give people the

best chance.”

Someone else who gave Alexa the best chance was Dr Hughes’ next door neighbour - off-duty nuclear medicine physician Andrew Paszkowski - who was riding his bicycle across the road from where Alexa crashed.

Dr Paszkowski surprised Alexa and her parents Russ and Belinda Leary at the reunion. They had always wondered about the mystery man who put Alexa in the recovery position.

“I just wanted to do the basics to keep her going until the ambulance arrived,” Dr Paszkowski said.

“My thought was this girl was in a lot of trouble. It was clear she’d had a significant head injury. Her helmet had a crack in it.

“We were just saying: ‘Alexa, help is on the way, it won’t be long now, you are going to be fine’.”

Alexa said meeting the first responder who

kept her breathing was great.

“Oh, amazing, because I have heard so much about him and I’ve always wanted to meet him. I have been waiting for this day. It was such a happy moment for me to meet him.”

Dr Paszkowski encouraged Queenslanders to sign up for LifeFlight’s free emergency trauma First Minutes Matter program.

“You don’t need a lot of medical knowledge or training to implement these things that can be lifesaving,” Dr Paszkowski said.

“Definitely do the training, you never know when you’re going to come across an accident. And if you’ve just got those basic skills, it makes all the difference in the world.”

After 111 days in hospital, and daily rehabilitation to learn to walk and talk again, Alexa is more than fine.

She’s training in the pool eight times a week

with coach Jon Bell and has her sights on the 2026 Para Pan Pacific Swimming Championships in August and then the LA Paralympic Games in 2028.

“I feel good,” Alexa says.

“I’ve got a behaviour coach, I’ve got an OT, I’ve got support workers, so I’ve turned 4 this year. So, I’ve restarted my whole new life.

“Every day is a little bit hard with my memory but I’m good. I’m doing good. I’ve living my best life. I just always, you know, got to keep going and doing my best. Never give up!”

Alexa’s memoir Sink or Swim comes out April 14.

“It’s a big book,” Alexa said.

“It’s going to be incredible. And I’m very excited just to bring out the truth of my life. The real truth will come out and it’s going to be incredible for people to read it.”

Milestone for Destiny Rescue children’s charity

Destiny Rescue, an Australia-founded international child rescue charity launched on the Sunshine Coast in 2001, is celebrating a significant milestone of 25 years of operation and more than 25,000 individuals rescued from sexual exploitation and human trafficking.

The organisation has grown into a globally respected body and expanded to work across multiple countries to rescue children trapped in exploitation and help them rebuild their lives. What began as a bold mission to confront one of the world’s darkest crimes has evolved into a coordinated international effort partnering with law enforcement, local authorities and community organisations to bring children into freedom.

Coinciding with this milestone, Destiny Rescue Australia is pleased to announce the appointment of Greg Bradley as its new Chief Executive Officer.

Greg brings more than two decades of senior leadership experience across the not-forprofit and international development sectors, with a strong focus on supporting vulnerable children and communities.

“Twenty-five years and 25,000 rescues represent extraordinary progress, but behind every number is a child whose life has been forever changed,” Mr Bradley said. “While we pause to acknowledge this milestone, our focus remains firmly on the thousands more children who still need protection. Our commitment is to strengthen partnerships, expand awareness and mobilise more Australians to stand with us in the fight against child exploitation.”

Destiny Rescue’s model extends beyond rescue missions. The organisation provides trauma-informed care, safe housing, education, vocational training and long-term reinte-

gration support to help survivors build independent, sustainable futures.

Alarmingly, many of the perpetrators involved in both overseas exploitation and the proliferation of online child abuse material are Australians, reinforcing that this is not only a global issue, but one that demands vigilance and responsibility at home.

Keeping clean

After seven days walking some of the most remote beaches on K’gari, Hana Robinson, co-founder of Drop Bear Adventures, was left tired, sunburnt but more determined than ever to clean up the island.

Alongside 35 volunteers, she’s helped remove 2,696kg of rubbish from just 40km of coastline.

And they’re only halfway.

This was the reality behind Keep K’gari Clean Project: a 14-day, boots-on-the-ground cleanup tackling the ocean waste washing onto one of Australia’s most iconic World Heritage-listed islands.

“We’re pulling this stuff straight off the beach every day, and it just keeps coming,” Hana said.

“It’s confronting—but it’s also why we keep showing up.”

Half way through the project the team had collected 2,319kg of plastic and mixed debris, 317kg of rope and 59kg of wood - more than 270 bags of rubbish—in just one week.

Hana has been organising beach clean-ups on K’gari since 2018, removing more than 52,000kg of waste over the years, 85 per cent of it carried in

by ocean currents.

What makes this effort different is that it’s being led by a tourism operator—right in the place visitors come to experience untouched nature.

“We take responsibility for looking after K’gari. This is about leading by example, not waiting for someone else to fix it,” she said.

K’gari may be globally recognised for its natural beauty, but its remote eastern beaches are increasingly acting as a frontline for marine debris.

The project not only removes waste but documents what’s being found and so contributing to a bigger picture of ocean pollution impacting Australia’s coastlines.

With another week to go, the team expected the waste total to climb significantly.

Despite the scale of the problem, Hana says the clean-ups are also about connection—to place, to people, and to purpose.

“There’s something powerful about getting a group together and actually doing something about it,” she said.

“You leave the beach better than you found it—and that sticks with people.”

Butterflies fly for event

By Steve Linnell

Hundreds of locals gathered in Cooroibah to celebrate community, inclusion and connection at a successful open day hosted by Sunshine Butterflies.

The event marked the official opening of the organisation’s new self-guided accessible pathway, designed to allow members, schools and community groups to explore the site at their own pace.

Held at “Our Backyard” , the group’s 15-acre facility, the day showcased the programs and services offered by Sunshine Butterflies while welcoming the wider Noosa community through its gates.

From early in the day, the space came alive with families enjoying the adventure playground, tractor rides, gardens, animals and creative areas, with organisers describing the turnout as a strong show of local support.

Special guests included representatives of Jessie Baird’s family and Noosa councillor Amelia Lorentson, alongside a surprise appearance by the Easter Bunny.

Visitors also enjoyed a sausage sizzle supported by Woolworths Noosa Village, sampled prod-

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ucts from the organisation’s pantry range and purchased handmade items created through its “Chippies Corner” and “Kiss My Art” programs.

Live music from local performers Chris and

Tracey added to the festive atmosphere, while the Sunshine Butterflies Easter Hat Parade proved a highlight for members and families. The event concluded with the live draw of the

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organisation’s Easter raffle, with 11 prizes awarded.

Organisers said the open day was an opportunity not only to celebrate a new addition to the site, but also to highlight the importance of inclusive spaces within the Noosa community.

The newly opened accessible pathway is expected to further enhance the facility’s appeal, providing a welcoming environment for people of all abilities to explore and connect with nature.

Sunshine Butterflies thanked the community, volunteers and supporters who contributed to the day’s success, describing the strong turnout as a reflection of the region’s ongoing commitment to inclusion and support for people with disability.

Cybersecurity experts to tackle threats at conference

Cybersecurity experts will examine emerging threats and how best to respond to them at the Sunshine Coast Cybersecurity Conference, or Sun Con, to be held at the UniSC Innovation Centre on Saturday 9 May.

The event will bring together about 200 participants from industry, government, education and the student community for a full day of learning, collaboration and connection.

This year’s conference will focus on cyber leadership and cyber technology, with keynote presentations from national and international ex-

perts, practical discussions on emerging threats, artificial intelligence, threat intelligence and incident response.

The Sunshine Coast is rapidly emerging as a premier Australian cybersecurity hub, driven by world-class digital infrastructure, including international broadband connectivity.

Sunshine Coast Resilient Economy Councillor Terry Landsberg said cybersecurity was a critical industry, one that was becoming increasingly vital as threats became more sophisticated.

“Our region is well positioned to play a signifi-

cant role and events like these help inspire future cyber talent, foster careers, showcase local capability, and strengthen collaboration between education providers, industry and government,’’ Cr Landsberg said.

The first keynote speaker announced is the Sunshine Coast’s Jana Dekanovska, Counter Adversary Operations Practice Lead at CrowdStrike, who will explore the impact of generative AI on cyber operations and what it means for defenders.

“No single organisation or individual has the

full picture — especially as adversaries adopt AI at speed,” she said.

“Bringing professionals together on the Sunshine Coast to share knowledge, experiences, and lessons learned is critical to strengthening our collective defence.”

Limited Student and Early Bird General Admission tickets are now available to Sun Con, on Saturday 9 May, 2026, 10am-5pm at Uni SC Auditorium - University of the Sunshine Coast Innovation Centre Building, 90 Sippy Downs Dr, Sippy Downs. (Parking free)

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Wasted waste

Tips (mountains!) are over flowing. Unnecessary packaging materials are increasing. Disposal costs are climbing.

Many other countries have solved the problem by incinerating waste and generating energy at the same time!

Incineration is a thermal waste treatment process that combusts waste at high temperatures, reducing waste volume by up to 90%. It reduces landfill reliance and can generate energy (wasteto-energy).

Key aspects of waste incineration include: Process: Waste is burned in specialized furnaces (grate-type or rotary kiln), which can destroy pathogens in medical or hazardous waste. Waste-to-Energy: Many incinerators operate as power plants, converting waste heat into steam and electricity.

Let’s encourage governments to adopt smarter solutions!

a national crisis requiring urgent action. Nearly half of Australians are negatively affected by someone else’s drinking, and alcohol is involved in up to 47 per cent of police-reported domestic and family violence incidents.

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Alcohol related harm

Policy reform is underway in some jurisdictions. The ACT is one step closer to implementing life-saving updates to its alcohol delivery laws, as advocates urge the territory government to implement its Liquor Amendment Bill as soon as possible, in particular its recommendation that the ACT Government amend the Bill to make harm minimisation the paramount object of the Liquor Act,” said Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) CEO Ayla Chorley.

A tragic loss highlights Australia’s drinking culture and its consequences

The death of a young, talented athlete and well-loved member of the Noosa community has reignited concern about Australia’s deeply ingrained drinking culture and its consequences.

Alcohol consumption remains a defining feature of Australian social life, particularly within sporting traditions. At least three in four Australians drink alcohol, and its widespread use contributes to 58 per cent of drug-related hospitalisations, alongside rising alcohol-related deaths—especially among men. A 2021 Global Drug Survey of more than 32,000 people across 22 countries found Australians reported getting drunk an average of 27 times in 2020, more than respondents in any other country.

According to therapist and addiction specialist Diane Young, “Going to the pub after work for beers multiple times a week and having one too many wines at a birthday party is commonplace for many Australians.” Experts often describe Australia as an “alcogenic society,” where high availability and pervasive marketing drive elevated alcohol use and associated harms.

This culture may have contributed to the tragic death of a 17-year-old in Noosa. The teenager was struck and killed around 2am near Noosa Spit on 24 November 2025. Police reported he was intoxicated and lying on the road when he was hit by a utility vehicle. The 19-year-old driver, who did not know the victim, tested negative for drugs and alcohol and was not driving recklessly.

The incident occurred during Schoolies week—a time when many teenagers celebrate the end of school with parties that often involve heavy, single-session drinking. Binge drinking and “pre-drinking” to save money remain common behaviours during these celebrations.

The tragedy comes amid a broader road safety crisis in Queensland. As of early 2026, the state recorded a 16-year high in road fatalities, with 308 lives lost in 2025 alone. Authorities have called for “drastic change” in road safety, policing, and infrastructure, warning that current approaches are failing. Thousands more are hospitalised each year, placing significant strain on the health system.

The Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) has described the situation as

This would mean any government decisions relating to alcohol, such as approving liquor licenses, must place the impact to community health and safety first, not the profit of large corporations.

However, decisions elsewhere suggest conflicting priorities. In December 2024, Noosa Shire Council approved extended liquor licensing hours in Noosa Junction—from 9:00pm to midnight, seven days a week—despite community objections. The area already recorded the highest crime rates in the shire at the time, and 73 per cent of call-outs at Noosa Heads Police Station involved domestic violence.

There are, however, signs of cultural change. Craig Martin of the Alcohol and Drug Foundation notes that improved education around alcohol’s health risks, as well as its links to violence and mental health issues, has contributed to shifting attitudes among young Australians.

In light of growing concerns, stronger measures should be considered. I would suggest that the legal drinking age be raised to 21. The United States Congress implemented this change nationwide in 1984 under the National Minimum Drinking Age Act. The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates the policy has saved approximately 32,000 lives.

Notably, around half of teenage deaths in drink-driving incidents involve passengers rather than drivers— This means that the majority of people who die aren’t even the ones deciding to drive drunk, but the ones getting into cars with drunk drivers, or people in other vehicles.

In Australia, the legal drinking age remains 18. While laws prohibit the sale of alcohol to minors, and restrict supply in private settings without parental consent, the broader cultural acceptance of heavy drinking continues to pose risks.

This latest local tragedy is a stark reminder that change is needed. Reducing alcohol-related harm will require not only policy reform, but a cultural shift. It is time for communities, governments, and individuals to confront the issue— and speak out.

Johann Holdysz, Concerned Tewantin Resident

What’s in a name for dog?

By Steve Linnell

If it feels like every second dog you pass on a morning walk in Noosa is a Cavoodle named Luna or Milo, you’re not imagining it.

New data from pet insurance provider Petsy suggests Australia’s pet trends for 2026 mirror Noosa’s famously pet-loving lifestyle, with friendly breeds, smaller dogs and human-style names continuing to dominate households across the region.

Cavoodles are forecast to remain the country’s most popular dog breed, followed by Labrador and Golden Retrievers.

Smaller dogs are also on the rise, with Miniature Dachshunds and French Bulldogs rounding out the top five - a familiar sight along the Noosaville foreshore, Hastings Street footpaths and at off-leash beaches such as Noosa Spit.

The trend reflects changing lifestyles, with more people opting for sociable, adaptable pets that suit coastal living, apartment homes and active routines.

Oodle crosses and compact breeds continue to appeal to families, retirees and professionals alike.

Cat ownership is following a similar pattern.

Domestic Shorthair cats are expected to remain Australia’s most common feline in 2026, ahead of Domestic Mediumhair cats and Ragdolls.

Known for their easy-going nature and low-maintenance needs, these breeds fit neatly into modern households.

Naming trends suggest pets are increasingly viewed as full-fledged family members.

Short, friendly, human-sounding names remain firmly in favour, with Luna tipped to

hold onto its title as Australia’s most popular pet name for both dogs and cats.

Milo, Coco, Leo, Daisy and Bella also feature heavily on the list.

Petsy founder Monica Limanto said the results highlight how closely pet choices reflect everyday Australian life.

“Pets are part of the family in many households. The popularity of breeds like Cavoodles and names like Luna and Milo shows we’re choosing pets that suit our lifestyle and names that feel personal and familiar,” she said.

With Noosa’s abundance of dog-friendly beaches, parks, cafes and walking tracks, the region’s love affair with furry companionsand their very human names - looks set to continue well into 2026.

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Pets can travel as well

With more Australians than ever taking their furry friends on holiday, Noosa is emerging as a favourite destination for pet-inclusive travel.

New data shows one in five Australians now plan trips that include pets, up five per cent yearon-year, as families seek road trips and regional stays that accommodate the whole householdincluding four-legged members.

Discovery Parks, which operates more than 70 pet-friendly parks across the country, has reported strong demand from travellers seeking pet-friendly accommodation.

Chief of Digital Business and Group Marketing Officer Lahnee White said: “Travellers are no longer asking if they can bring their pet - they’re choosing destinations based on whether they can. In 2025 alone, we welcomed 70,000 dogs at Discovery Parks, and 2026 is on track to break records.”

Petstock vet Dr Gloria Ebeyer warned pet owners that travelling can increase stress and health risks for animals.

She advises: update microchip and ID details, choose genuinely pet-friendly accommodation, secure pets in appropriate car restraints, bring familiar bedding and comfort items, and identify the nearest emergency vet.

“Travelling with your pet should feel joyful, not stressful,” Dr Ebeyer said. “With a little preparation, owners can enjoy holidays knowing their pets are safe and comfortable.”

Noosa, with its beaches, parks and pet-friendly cafes, offers a perfect setting for pet-inclusive weekends. Travellers can plan a stress-free escape by booking dog-friendly stays with Discovery Parks or visiting Petstock for essential travel advice and products.

For more information, visit www.petstock. com.au or www.discoveryparks.com.au (544695)

Delivering long-term protection for the Pumicestone Passage

•50c fares made permanent

•Delivering a new connection to the Sunshine Motorway at West Coolum Road

•Delivering a new TAFE in Caloundra

•Delivering generational infrastructure like The Wave

•Delivering lighting for Sunshine Coast sporting clubs

•Delivering mental health support with endED short-term accommodation in Woombye

Find out what else we’re delivering for you.

As well as delivering long-term protection for the Pumicestone Passage, here are some of the ways the new Queensland Government is delivering for the Sunshine Coast:

•Delivering the Congestion Busting Plan for Caloundra Road

•Delivering the Nambour Police Beat

•Delivering the Sunshine Coast Stadium upgrade for 2032 and beyond

•Protecting Mudjimba Island Reef

•Upgrading Diddillibah Road and Nambour Connection Road intersection

•Upgrading Mooloolah River Interchange.

The Guide

PICK OF THE WEEK

CAPER CREW

ABC Family, Sunday, 7.45pm

Friday, April 10

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Compass. (PG, R) 10.30 Stuff

A seriously good time awaits in this high-energy kids’ adventure comedy that puts a childhood spin on the classic heist caper. It’s set in sleepy Woodspring, a town best known for the theft of a gold meteorite called “The Nug” from its planetarium 27 years ago by the notorious Kangaroo Gang. The action follows siblings Amelia and Kai Delaney (Isabella Zhang and Luka Sero) after their mysterious treasure-hunting grandmother Queenie (Tina Bursill) returns. With the mayor (Annie Maynard) posting a $100,000 reward for information about

MARRIED AT FIRST SIGHT Nine, Monday, 7.30pm

There’s been mere days for viewers to recover from this year’s unforgettable final vows – and a moment that will go down in MarriedatFirstSighthistory – but for the participants, this reunion is already one month down the track. Of course, one episode isn’t enough to contain all the drama; after last night’s explosive dinner party, the conflict is still simmering and the scores remain unsettled. A communal couch session and gentle guidance from experts Alessandra Rampolla, John Aiken and the late Mel Schilling (pictured) ought to calm everything down, right? Wrong. Accusations fly as the cast watches videos of their time on the show and delves deeper into their actions throughout their relationships.

The British Stole. (PG, R) 11.00 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 12.00 News. 12.55

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG,R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Gardening Australia.

8.30 Patience. (M) Abusinessman isshot ina full boardroom.

9.20 Tonight At The Museum. (PGs,R) Hosted byAlex Lee. 9.50 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (PGls,R) 10.20 ABC Late News.

10.35 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (PG,R)

11.15 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGa,R)

12.05 Love Me. (MA15+s, R) 12.45 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)

mysterious treasure h Quee returns mayor (Ann posting a f informa

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

The Nug, Queenie – who may or may not have ties to the initial burglary – is assembling a new crew, and her grandchildren are her first recruits.

The Nug – who m not initial b assem new an gr a fi

Criminally good: Tina Bursill as treasure-hunting grandma Queenie.

The Piano. (PG, R) 1.45 Can You Keep A Secret? (Ms, R) 2.15 The Assembly. (PG, R) 2.55 Fake Or Fortune? (PG, R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGa, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 9.15 Matched. (PG, R) 10.05 Kew Gardens: Season By Season. (R) 10.55 DNA Journey. (PG) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 The Great House Revival. (R) 3.00 Nula. 3.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 Secret World Of Snacks. (PGal, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG) 8.30 A New ANZAC. (Premiere) 9.30 Orient Express: A Golden Era Of Travel. (PGa,R) 10.25 SBS World News Late. 10.55 The King. (Premiere, MA15+av) 11.50 Babylon Berlin. (MA15+asv, R) 1.45 Nordland 99. (Mal, R) 2.45 Mastermind Australia. (R) 3.50 Mountain Vets. (PG, R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

In following the redevelopment of the Australian War Memorial in Canberra (pictured), this fascinating four-part series examines the unique purpose of the national monument and its enduring impact on society. First conceived in 1916 as a tribute to the ANZACs buried on the other side of the world, the combined memorial, museum and archive is the only institution of its kind in the world. In a bid to not only honour the first ANZACs but also recognise the brave servicemen and women who have followed in their footsteps, an immense expansion project has been underway in recent years. Cameras document the construction and curation of a new gallery, with commentary from those leading the process.

SEVEN (7)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Morning Show Mysteries: Murder On The Menu. (2018,PGav,R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Athletics. Australian Athletics Championships. 9.00 MOVIE: Knives Out. (2019,Mal,R) Aneccentric detective isenlisted toinvestigate the untimely death ofa renowned crime novelist. Daniel Craig, Ana De Armas, Chris Evans. 11.45 Australian Idol. (PGal,R) Thetop six take tothe stage. 1.30 Damnation. (MA15+asv,R) 2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.

7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 10.25 Children’s Programs. 11.45 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 1.30pm PJ Masks. 1.50 Kangaroo Beach. 2.30 Daniel Tiger’s. 2.45 The Makery. 3.00 Play School. 3.40 Thomas And Friends. 4.15 Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures. 4.40 Ariel. 5.20 Stan & Gran. 6.05 PJ Masks. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Scooby-Doo And Guess Who? 8.30 My Adventures With Superman. 8.55 BattleBots. 9.40 Gladiators UK. 10.40 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 8.10 NHK Newsline. 8.40 CBC The National. 9.30 BBC News At Six. 10.00 France 24 English News. 10.30 The Movie Show. 12.15pm DW The Day. 12.45 Calipari: Razor’s Edge. 2.30 Bamay. 3.05 Where Are You Really From? 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.40 Inside The Huddle. 6.10 Over The Black Dot. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 MOVIE: Point Break. (1991, M) 10.45 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 11.35 Homeland. 12.35am United Gangs Of America. 2.20 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am Forever Enthralled. (2008, PG, Mandarin) 8.40 What We Did On Our Holiday. (2014, PGa) 10.30 Hard Eight. (1996, Mlsv) 12.20pm Mars Attacks! (1996, Masv) 2.20 The Ipcress File. (1965, PGv) 4.20 Roxane. (2019, PGals, French) 6.00 Weekend At Bernie’s. (1989, PGadlsv) 7.50 Austin Powers: International Man Of Mystery. (1997, Ms) 9.30 The Fifth Element. (1997, PGnsv) 11.50 The Voyeurs. (2021, MA15+lnsv) 1.55am Risky Business. (1983, Malns) 3.45 The Year Of Living Dangerously. (1982, Mav)

Nine, Tuesday, 8.40pm

It’s little wonder this slice-of-life docuseries is so popular, o ering straighttalking TopGearstar Jeremy Clarkson’s hilarious insights into the trials and tribulations of British farming – and the red tape that awaits at every corner. In this fourth season, with his right-hand man Kaleb touring his one-man show and wife Lisa away developing a new product line, Clarkson (pictured) is largely left to his own devices. After the welcome arrival of a new farmhand, he embarks on another ambitious project. Since his farm restaurant plans have been stymied by the council, he’s going to buy a pub and serve his farm-to-fork fare there instead. But surprise, surprise: the road to becoming a publican is paved with quicksand and littered with bureaucratic obstacles.

NINE (8, 9)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Love In Zion National: A National Park Romance. (2023,PGa,R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG,R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG,R) 5.30 WIN News.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round6. Brisbane Broncos vNorth Queensland Cowboys. 9.55 NRL Friday Night Footy Post-Match. Post-match coverage ofthe NRL game.

10.45 MOVIE: Navy SEALs. (1990,Mlv,R) Anair crew iscaptured byterrorists. Charlie Sheen.

1.00 Explore TV Viking. (R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)

9GEM (81, 92)

TEN (5, 1)

6.00 10 News+.

6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG,R) 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG,R) Hosted byRebecca Gibney. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. (R) Hosted byNeale Whitaker and Andrew Winter. 8.40 Building The Dream. (Return) Architectural designer Charlie Luxton proves dream homes can beaffordable. 9.40 10’s Late News. Coverage ofnews, sport and weather.

6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Medical Emergency. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Our Town. 2.30 Weekender. 3.00 Business Builders. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Better Homes. 5.00 Escape To The Country. 6.00 Bargain Hunt. 7.00 Better Homes. 8.00 Escape To The Country. 11.00 The Yorkshire Vet. Midnight Bargain Hunt. 1.00 Surf Patrol. 1.30 Last Chance Learners. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Medical Emergency. 3.00 Better Homes. 5.00 Our Town. 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Avengers. 1.10 MOVIE: The Man Upstairs. (1958, PG) 3.00 MOVIE: Henry VIII And His Six Wives. (1972, PG) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Airport Security: USA. 8.30 MOVIE: The Shawshank Redemption. (1994, MA15+) 11.20 See No Evil. 12.20am First On Scene. 1.00 1.30 MOVIE: Henry VIII And His Six Wives. (1972, PG) 4.00 Antiques Roadshow. 4.30 My Favorite Martian. 5.00 Yorkshire Auction House.

7MATE

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Theatre Dome. 8.00 Lego Dreamzzz. 8.30 Nanny. 9.30 Addams Family. 10.30 One Tank Holiday. 11.00 Rugby Heaven. Noon vGreat Britain. 6.00 Bewitched. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: The Meg. (2018, M) 9.45 MOVIE: Deep Blue Sea. (1999, M) Midnight Seinfeld. 12.30 Psychic Kids. 1.25 Love Island UK. 2.55 The Real Housewives Of Salt Lake City. 4.00 Barbie: A Touch Of Magic. 4.30 Barney’s World. 4.50 Lego Dreamzzz. 5.10 Hop. 5.30 Beyblade Burst: Quad Drive. 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 American Resto. Noon Storage Wars. 12.30 American Pickers. 1.30 Pawn Stars. 2.30 Kick Ons. 3.00 Timbersports. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.00 AFL: Friday Night Countdown. 7.30 Football. AFL. Collingwood vFremantle. 10.30 AFL Post-Game. 11.15 GetOn Extra. 11.45 MOVIE: Waterworld. (1995, M) 2.30am Mountain Men. 3.30 American Pickers. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Swamp People.

9GO! (82, 93)

Saturday, April 11

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

6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Weekend

Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 10.30 Rage

Vault Guest Programmer. (PG) 12.00

ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Blue Murder Motel. (Ml, R) 1.15 Patience. (M, R) 2.05

The ABC Of. (PG, R) 2.35 Shaun Tan’s Tales From Outer Suburbia. (R) 4.10

The Matter Of Facts. (Final, PG, R) 5.00 Australian Story. (R) 5.30 Landline. (R)

6.00 Kath & Kim. (PGals, R) Kel gets on Kath’s nerves.

6.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson.

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

7.30 Blue Murder Motel. (PGl) A local councillor is stabbed in his home.

8.15 Top End Bub. (Md) Ned discovers Lauren’s secret. Taya is given the choice to meet her biological father. Daffy rediscovers her love of music with Dana.

8.45 Death In Paradise. (Ma, R) As the team investigates a murder, they discover a family with skeletons in the closet.

9.45 Frauds. (Ml, R) An unforeseen disaster derails the gang’s plans.

10.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6am Children’s Programs. 3pm Play School. 3.30 Zog. 3.55 Odd Squad. 4.20 Dino Dex. 4.35 Little J And Big Cuz. 5.10 Tiddler. 5.35 Super Monsters. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.25 Paddington. 7.05 Let’s Go Bananas! 7.30 Kids Baking C’ship. 8.10 Harry Potter: Wizards Of Baking. 8.50 Chopped Jnr. 9.55 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.20 Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Tour of Flanders. Men’s race. Highlights. 2.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Tour of Flanders. Women’s race. Highlights. 3.00 Stories From The Cities. (PG) 3.30 Figure Skating. ISU World Championships Prague. Pt 1. 5.30 Shadow Man.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Edward Vs George: The Windsors At War. As war looms King George VI and Queen Elizabeth visit America.

8.25 Magical Train Journeys In Switzerland: On The GoldenPass Belle Époque From Montreux To The Bernese Oberland. (PGn, R) A trip on the GoldenPass Belle Époque.

9.25 Jersey And Guernsey. (R) Caterer Mim Sarre gets a new pizza truck. 10.20 Finding Your Roots. (PGa, R) 11.20 Snowpiercer. (MA15+v, R) 1.55 Matched. (PG, R) 2.45 Mastermind Australia. (R) 3.50 Mountain Vets. (PG, R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.15 Euronews. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6am Morning

Programs. 2pm Race For The Planet. 2.50 Forged In Fire. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.45 Mastermind Aust. 6.45 The Food That Built The World. 7.35 Abandoned Americana. 8.30 Icons Unearthed: Transformers. 10.20 History’s Greatest Heists With Pierce Brosnan. Midnight WWE Legends. 1.40 Late Programs.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. The Championships Day 2, Day and WATC Derby Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Creek To Coast.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Athletics. Australian Athletics Championships.

9.00 MOVIE: The Huntsman: Winter’s War. (2016, Mhv, R)

A huntsman encounters his former believed-to-be-dead lover while searching for a missing magic mirror. Chris Hemsworth, Charlize Theron, Jessica Chastain.

11.30 MOVIE: Morbius. (2022, Malv, R)

A biochemist is transformed into a vampire. Jared Leto.

1.35 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 3. Taupo Super400. Day 1. Highlights.

2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Tales Of Aluna. (R) 4.30 It’s Academic. (R) 5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)

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6am Morning Programs. 2pm Better Homes. 4.00 The Yorkshire Vet. 5.00 Horse Racing. The C’ships Day 2, WATC Derby Day. 5.30 Harry’s Practice. 6.00 Luxury Escapes: World’s Best Holidays. 6.30 Dog Patrol. 7.00 Better Homes. 8.00 Lewis. 10.00 Escape To The Country. 11.00 Bondi Vet. Midnight Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Open For Inspection. 12.30 Find My Country House Aust. (PG, R) 1.00 Explore TV Viking. (R) 1.30 My Way. (R) 2.00

Destination WA. (R) 2.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PGm, R) 3.30 Epic Builds. 4.30 Garden Gurus. 5.00 News. 5.30 Getaway. (PG)

6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Space Invaders. (PG) The team helps a couple suffering trauma.

8.30 MOVIE: Legally Blonde. (2001, PGls, R) A ditzy blonde enrols in a prestigious law school to woo her ex-boyfriend. Reese Witherspoon, Luke Wilson, Selma Blair.

10.30 MOVIE: Monster-In-Law. (2005, Ms, R) Jennifer Lopez.

12.20 Epic Builds. (R)

1.10 Open For Inspection. (R)

1.35 Explore TV Viking. (R) 2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa) 2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

6am Morning

6am Morning Programs. 10.00

(R) 10.30

Masterclass. (R) 11.00

(R) 11.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (l, R) 12.30 Dog House. (R)

6.30 The Dog House. (PGa, R) A family considers a cockapoo pup. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. Anna and Terence have lived in their home in Blackburn South for eight years but have two almost teens who need their own space. 9.30 Gogglebox Australia. (R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 10.30 Ambulance Australia. (Ma, R) A woman falls off a balcony while retrieving a cat. 11.30 Elsbeth. (PGalv, R) Elsbeth battles a wealthy biohacker. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

6am Morning Programs. 1.35pm Nula. 2.05 Waterworld Africa. 2.55 Over The Black Dot. 3.25 Emily: I Am Kam. 4.30 This Is Indian Country. 5.00 Rebel With A Cause: Oodgeroo Noonuccal. 6.00 Homesteads. 6.40 The Other Side. 7.30 Alone Australia. 8.30 MOVIE: Child’s Play. (1972, MA15+) 10.20 Stompem Ground 2022: Midnight Oil. 12.05am Late Programs.

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ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. Noon Tennis. Billie Jean King Cup. 7.00 Seinfeld. 7.30 MOVIE: Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets Of Dumbledore. (2022, M) 10.20 MOVIE: Everything Everywhere All At Once. (2022, MA15+) 1.05am Prodigal Son. 2.50 MOVIE: Monolith. (2022, M) 4.40 Surfest: 40 Years. 5.10 Hop. 5.30 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.45pm The Year Of Living Dangerously. (1982, Mav) 2.50 What We Did On Our Holiday. (2014, PGa) 4.40 The Orator. (2011, PGa, Samoan) 6.40 Buckley’s Chance. (2021, PGlv) 8.30 John Wick: Chapter 2. (2017) 10.50 Mamacruz. (2023, MA15+ns, Spanish) 12.20am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Motor Racing. Night Thunder. Silver Cup. H’lights. 1.30 My Road To Adventure. 2.00 Timbersports. 2.30 Football. AFL. North Melbourne v Brisbane. 5.30 Counting Cars. 6.00 Football. AFL. Sydney v Gold Coast Suns. 9.00 MOVIE: Men In Black. (1997, M) 11.00 MOVIE: Ghostbusters II. (1989, PG) 1.15am Late Programs.

Programs. 1pm MOVIE: The Captive Heart. (1946, PG) 3.00 Rugby Union. Hospital Cup. GPS v Brothers. 5.00 MOVIE: Agatha Christie’s Murder On The Orient Express. (1974, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: U.S. Marshals. (1998, M) 10.10 TBA. 12.30am MOVIE: Arabian Adventure. (1979) 2.30 Late Programs. 6am Shopping.

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Sunday, April 12

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

SEVEN (7) 6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 The Piano. (PG, R) 3.30 Inside The Sydney Opera House. (Final, R) 4.30 Creative Types. (R) 5.00 Back Roads. (R) 5.30 Fake Or Fortune?

6.30 Compass. (PGv)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 The Piano. Presented by Guy Sebastian and Andrea Lam.

8.20 Can You Keep A Secret? (Ml) Debbie invites the blackmailer for lunch.

8.50 Frauds. (Ml) Bert and Sam struggle to keep their secrets hidden.

9.35 Blue Murder Motel. (PGl, R) A local councillor is stabbed in his home.

10.25 Top End Bub. (Md, R)

10.50 MOVIE: Windrider. (1986, Mdls, R)

12.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 4.45pm Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Guess How Much I Love You. 5.35 Super Monsters. 6.05 Knee High Spies. 6.25 Paddington. 7.05 Let’s Go Bananas! 7.30 The Inbestigators. 7.45 Caper Crew. (Premiere) 8.10 Secrets At Red Rocks. (Premiere) 8.35 Animal Park. 10.00 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Georgia From Above. (PG, R) 12.00 PBS News Compass Points. 12.30 PBS Washington Week. 12.55 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Figure Skating. ISU World Championships Prague. Pt 2. 5.00 Going Places. (PG, R) 5.30 Shadow Man.

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 The Rise And Fall Of The Maya. (Premiere) A team of archaeologists discover a Mayan monument. 9.20 Emperor: Rise And Fall Of A Dynasty. (Masv, R) Looks at Livia Drusilla. 10.15 Hunting Egypt’s Lost Treasures: Legend Of The Pyramid Kings. (R)

11.05 Elvis’ Women. (Mas, R) 2.30 Matched. (PG, R) 3.15 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.20 Bamay. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 Euronews. 5.30 PBS News Horizons.

6am Morning Programs. 3.20pm WorldWatch. 4.20 PBS News Compass Points. 4.50 Myths: The Greatest Mysteries Of Humanity. 5.50 The Architecture The Railways Built. 6.45 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Paris-Roubaix. Men’s race. 1am Cycling. UCI World Tour. Paris-Roubaix. Women’s race. 2.50 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Athletics. Australian Athletics C’ships. 2.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 3.00 Jabba’s Movies School Holiday Special. (PGav, R) 3.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Weekender.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The 1% Club UK. (PGl) 8.00 Why Planes Crash. (Premiere, PGa) Looks at a deadly year in aviation.

9.10 Cold Chisel: The Big 5-0. (Ml, R) Takes a look at Cold Chisel, an Australian band that celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2024. 11.10 24 Hours In Police Custody: The Norfolk Narco Cartel. (Madl, R) 12.20 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 3. Taupo Super400. Day 2. Highlights. 1.20 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

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6am Morning Programs. 1pm Luxury Escapes: World’s Best Holidays. 1.30 Business Builders. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Better Homes. 3.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 4.30 Australia’s Big Backyards. 5.30 The Aussie Property Flippers. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 The Coroner. 8.30 Vera. 10.30 Miss Scarlet And The Duke. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Hello SA. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Wide World Of Sports. (PG) 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show. (PG) 1.00 Drive TV: Drive Car Of The Year. (Return) 1.30 Reel Destinations. 2.00 Oz Off Road TV. (PGl) 3.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 6. Wests Tigers v Newcastle Knights. 6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Australia By Design: Architecture. (R) 8.30 My Market Kitchen. (R) 9.00 Mixed Martial Arts. UFC 327. Prelims. 11.00 Australian Survivor: Redemption. (PGl, R) 1.20 GCBC. (R) 1.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (PGal, R) 2.30 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG, R) 3.00 The Finish Line. (R)

6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 Married At First Sight. (PGl) The participants return

8.50 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians. 9.50 Power. (MA15+dlnsv) A former drug kingpin opens a nightclub.

11.05 9News Late.

11.35 A Killer Makes A Call: Terry. (Mav, R)

12.30 Oz Off Road TV. (PGl, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

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

6.30 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Australian Survivor: Redemption. (PGl) Tribemates try to win Immunity. 8.10 The Greatest: Reality TV Moments. A group of celebrities looks back at some of the greatest reality TV moments. 9.10 Matlock. (PGa) Matty juggles a big court case and her 50th wedding anniversary while representing a Jacobson Moore colleague. 10.10 NCIS: Origins. (Mv, R) The evidence room is broken into. 12.00 10 News+. (R) Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

6am Morning Programs. Noon Getaway. 12.30 Motorway Cops. 1.30 MOVIE: Trent’s Last Case. (1952) 3.25 MOVIE: I Was Monty’s Double. (1958) 5.30 Midsomer Murders. 7.30 Planet Earth III. 8.40 Paramedics. 9.40 Emergency. 10.40 Major Crimes. 11.40 Midsomer Murders. 1.40am MOVIE: Trent’s Last Case. (1952) 3.35 Late Programs.

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 The Summit. 1.30pm Australian Ninja Warrior. 3.30 The Toys That Built The World. 5.30 MOVIE: The Lego Movie. (2014, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Gone In 60 Seconds. (2000, M) 9.55 MOVIE: Three Kings. (1999, MA15+) 12.15am Gotham. 1.10 Arrow. 2.50 The Summit. 4.50 Lego Dreamzzz. 5.10 Hop. 5.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Storage Wars. 11.30 Step Outside. Noon Sunday Footy Feast. 2.30 AFL PreGame. 3.00 Football. AFL. GWS Giants

Monday, April 13

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Top End Bub. (Md, R) 11.30 Back Roads. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Landline. (R)

2.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 2.30 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.00 Grand Designs Transformations. (R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGv, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (PG, R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Australian Story. Australians tell personal stories.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.

9.15 Media Watch. (PG) Presented by Linton Besser. 9.35 Planet America. A look at American politics.

10.05 Foreign Correspondent. (R)

10.40 ABC Late News.

10.55 The Business. (R)

11.10 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (PGls, R) 11.40 Murdoch Mysteries. (Ma, R) 12.30 Long Lost Family. (R) 1.20 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv)

3.55 Gardening Australia. (R) 4.55 A Bite To Eat With Alice. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.45pm The Makery. 3.00 Play School: Let The Games Begin. 4.15 Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures. 4.40 Ariel. 5.20 Stan & Gran. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.45 Gladiators UK. 9.45 Kids BBQ Championship. 10.25 Late Programs.

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. 12.10pm Vacation Plantation. 1.30 Sunset To Sunrise. 2.00 Island Echoes. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 The 77 Percent. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Waterworld Africa. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Karla Grant Presents. 9.30 MOVIE: Soul Food. (1997) 11.35 Her Name Is Nanny Nellie. 1am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 10.25 Kew Gardens: Season By Season. (R) 11.15

DNA Journey. (PG) 12.10 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News Compass Points. 1.30 Al Jazeera News Hour. 2.00 Pistachio Wars. (PGal) 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 Secret World Of Snacks. (PGas, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Inside The Tower Of London. (PG) The Tower hosts a VE Day evening.

8.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M) Game show. Hosted by Jimmy Carr.

9.25 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. (M) Hosted by Greg Davies.

10.05 SBS World News Late.

10.35 Herrhausen: The Banker And The Bomb. (Mdlv)

11.40 Gomorrah. (MA15+av, R) 2.25 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R) 3.25 Mountain Vets. (PG, R) 4.00 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning

SEVEN (7)

(8, 9)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. (PGas, R) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Married At First Sight. (PGl, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG)

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away.

7.30 Australian Idol. (PGal) Hosted by Ricki-Lee Coulter and Scott Tweedie.

9.15 9-1-1. (M) The 118 is called in to assist when a medical examiner becomes entangled in a dangerous situation during an autopsy.

10.15 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League. (R) An expert panel tackles the biggest rugby league topics.

11.15 The Agenda Setters. An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics.

12.15 Conviction. (MA15+av, R) 1.15 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

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Tuesday, April 14

ABC TV (2)

6am Morning Programs. 11.50 Like A Version. (PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Death In Paradise. (Ma, R) 2.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 2.30 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.00 Grand Designs Transformations. (PG, R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGa, 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. 7.55 Foreign Correspondent. 8.40 Judgment: Cases That Changed Australia: Love. (Premiere, PG)

9.30 Creative Types With Virginia Trioli: David Hallberg. (Final, R) 10.00 Compass. (PGv, R) 10.30 ABC Late News. 10.45 The Business. (R) 11.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.50 Media Watch. (PG, R) 12.05 Murdoch Mysteries. (Ma, R) 12.55 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 A Bite To Eat With Alice. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 4.15pm Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures. 4.40 Ariel. 5.20 Stan & Gran. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.45 The Slow Mo Guys’ Big Adventures. 9.10 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 9.35 BattleBots. 10.20 Late Programs.

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. 1pm The Shooter Of War. 2.00 Island Echoes. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Indian Country Today News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Waterworld Africa. 7.30 Ocean Warriors. 8.30 MOVIE: Blood Diamond. (2006, MA15+) 10.55 MOVIE: Fantome Island. (2011, PG) 12.25am Late Programs.

(5, 1)

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Married At First Sight. (Mls) The participants return

9.30 100% Footy. (Mal) Features the latest rugby league news, with exclusive insights from an expert panel.

10.30 9News Late.

11.00 Outback Opal Hunters. (PGl) (Ml)

1.00 Hello SA. (PG)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 10 News+. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG) Hosted by Rebecca Gibney. 7.30 Australian Survivor: Redemption. compete for immunity. 8.30 Gogglebox Australia. (R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 9.30 10’s Late News. Comprehensive coverage of local, national and international news, as well as the latest sport and weather. 10.30 10 News+. (R) 11.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

Programs. 2.30pm Inside The Huddle. 3.00 Over The Black Dot. 3.30 Stories From The Cities. 4.00 WorldWatch. 4.55 PBS News Compass Points. 5.25 WorldWatch. 5.55 Curse Of Oak Island. 6.45 Jeopardy! 7.40 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Holy Marvels. 9.20 Greatest Escapes. 10.10 The Hospital: In The Deep End. 11.20 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Last Chance Learners. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 ICU. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Auction Squad. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 A Touch Of Frost. 10.50 Ambulance: Code Red. 11.50 Doc Martin. 12.50am Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. Noon The Baron. 1.00 Midsomer Murders. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: The Divided Heart. (1954, PG) 5.30 Secret Life Of The Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 A Remarkable Place To Die. 10.40 Borderline. 11.40 Chicago Med. 12.40am Late Programs.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Morning Programs. 2.05pm The Most Beautiful Day In The World. (2019, PGa, Italian) 4.00 Buckley’s Chance. (2021, PGlv) 5.50 Thunderbirds Are GO. (1966, PG) 7.30 The Way Of The Dragon. (1972, Mv, Cantonese) 9.20 The Big Boss. (1971, Mv, Cantonese) 11.15 Syriana. (2005, MA15+alv) 1.35am Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Taupo Super400. H’lights. . 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League. 8.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 9.30 Adventure Gold Diggers. 10.30 Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs. 11.40 Jeopardy! Australia. 12.40pm Australian Ninja Warrior. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30

MOVIE: Den Of Thieves. (2018, MA15+)

11.20 Seinfeld. 12.20am The 100. 1.15 Love Island UK. 2.10 The Real Housewives Of Salt Lake City. 3.00 Late Programs.

SBS (3)

6am Morning Programs. 11.05 DNA Journey. (PGl) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Philae The Last Temples Of Ancient Egypt. (R) 3.00 Trail Towns. (R) 3.25 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Secret World Of Snacks. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Continental Railway Journeys: Zurich/Rotkreuz To Brienz. (PG, R)

8.30 Insight. Kumi Taguchi looks at names.

9.30 Dateline: Grow Chocolate, Not Cocaine. A look at what plans the US has for Colombia.

10.00 SBS World News Late. 10.30 Rock Legends. (PGa) 11.00 Exit. (MA15+adlsv)

11.55 Elvira. (PGa, R) 3.05 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.10 Mountain Vets. (PG, R) 4.45 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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6am Morning Programs. 2.35pm Forged In Fire. 3.20 Kars & Stars. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.50 Curse Of Oak Island. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 James May: Our Man In... Japan. 9.30 Into The Void: Life, Death And Heavy Metal. (Final) 10.25 Chasing Speed. 11.20 Brassic. 1.10am WWE Legends. 2.45 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Morning Programs. 1.45pm A Hazard Of Hearts. (1987, PGav) 3.25 Tea With Mussolini. (1999) 5.35 The Last Wave. (1977, PGaln) 7.30 Fist Of Fury. (1972, Mv, Cantonese) 9.30 Game Of Death. (1978, Mv, Cantonese, English) 11.25 The Immortal. (2019, MA15+adv, Italian, Latvian, Russian, Neapolitan) 1.35am Late Programs.

SEVEN (7)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. (PGas, R) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGav)

7.30 Australian Idol. (Final, PGal) The winner is announced.

9.15 House Of Wellness. (PG) A team of industry experts, media personalities and wellness advocates shares insights and experiences to highlight living well.

10.15 The Agenda Setters. An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics.

11.15 Ambulance: Code Red. (Ma, R) 12.15 MOVIE: Fatal Frenemies. (2021, Mav, R)

2.30 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 House Of Wellness. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.45 Judge John Deed. 11.15 Escape To The Country. 12.15am Dark City: The Cleaner. 1.15 Late Programs.

7MATE (74)

6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Pawn Stars. 1.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 2.30 Adventure Gold Diggers. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Truckers. 8.30 Cape Carnage: Killer Catch. 9.30 Outback Truckers. 10.30 Railroad Australia. 11.30 Deadliest Roads. 12.30am Late Programs.

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6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: A Priceless Love. (2022, PGa, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs. 7.30 GCBC. (R) 8.00 Lingo. (R) 9.00 The Finish Line. (R) 10.00 Ent. Tonight. (R) 10.30 Australian Survivor: Redemption. (l, R) 11.30 My Market Kitchen. (R) 12.00 GCBC. 12.30 Family Feud. (PG, R) 1.00 News. 2.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG, R) 2.30 The Finish Line. 3.30 Lingo.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Travel Guides. (PGs, R) The travel guides head to Hong Kong.

8.40 Clarkson’s Farm: Solo-ing. (Return, Ml) Presented by Jeremy Clarkson.

9.40 The Hunting Wives. (MA15+dlsv) Sophie is released from custody.

10.50 9News Late.

11.20 Miniseries: The Night Caller. (Premiere, Malv) 12.10 1.05 Destination WA. 1.30 Home Shopping.

2.30 Our State On A Plate. (PG) 3.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 10 News+. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG) Hosted by Rebecca Gibney. 7.30 Australian Survivor: Redemption. deliver their pitch to the jury. 9.15 NCIS. (Mav) McGee and Torres try to recover a stolen truck Parker’s mother is revealed. 10.15 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.15 10 News+. (R)

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

6am Morning Programs. Noon The Baron. 1.15 MOVIE: No Time For Tears. (1957, PG) 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Saraband For Dead Lovers. (1948) 5.30 Secret Life Of The Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Agatha Christie’s Marple. 10.40 Good Karma Hospital. 11.40 Manifest. 12.40am Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Jeopardy! Australia. 12.30pm Australian Ninja Warrior. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: My Super Ex-Girlfriend. (2006, M) 10.30 Seinfeld. 11.30 The 100. 12.25am Love Island UK. 1.20 The Real Housewives Of Salt Lake City. 2.20 Late Programs.

Wednesday, April 15

April 16

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Chernobyl: Days That Shocked The World. 9.25 The Audacity. (Premiere)

10.35 SBS World News Late. 11.05 Rise Of The Raven.

12.10 Darkness: Those Who Kill.

3.30 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 5.00 5.30 ANC

6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PGl,

Our Medicine. 9.40 Riot Women. (MA15+) Kitty is on

SBS World News Late. 11.20 Under The Bridge. 12.10 2.05 Beyond 3.00 Mastermind 4.05 R) 4.40 5.00 5.30 ANC 6.00

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1 Seek something (6)

4 From Egypt (8)

9 Sit on a perch (5)

10 Small figurine (9)

11 Finished (5)

12 Inherited from one’s family (9)

13 Sequence of songs (8)

15 Strata (6)

16 Entry (6)

18 Region above the eyebrows (8)

23 Or else (9)

24 Actors’ parts (5)

26 Chatty (9)

27 Hang over (5)

28 Broken down (8)

29 Power (6)

1 Distribute (food) (5,2)

2 Shirk (5)

3 Stronghold (7)

5 De ect (6)

6 Former kingdom in northern Germany (7)

7 Meddle (9)

8 Heckles (7) 10 Fraudulent schemes (5)

14 Excessive drinker (9)

16 Not a biological offspring (7)

17 Family name (7)

19 Corpulent (5)

20 Made of clay (7)

21 Demolish (7)

22 Beachgoer’s two-piece (6)

25 Vital glandular organ (5)

the nine letters in the grid, how many words of four letters or more can you list? The centre letter must be included and each letter may only be used once. No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural nouns ending in “s”.

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1 What is the chemical symbol for palladium?

2 Who wrote the 1961 novel Catch-22?

3 What sort of weapon did the historical fusilier soldier carry?

4 Which liquor has the nickname ‘the green fairy’?

5 From which country did the term ‘smorgasbord’ originate?

6 What word represents the letter Y in the NATO phonetic alphabet?

7 What symbol does the comic book hero Captain America wear on his chest and shield?

8 Daniel Craig (pictured) is married to which other wellknown British actor?

9 A tip-off occurs at the start of a game of what sport?

10 In the nursery rhyme PollyPut the Kettle On, who is told to take the kettle off again?

New sailing dates for India River Voyages

Imagine a 15-day round trip from and then back to Delhi experiencing everything India has to offer both on and off the river thanks Viking.

The company has just announced new dates for it’s India River Voyages for 2027, 2028 and 2029 which are now open for booking.

These additional dates include sailings on the Viking Ganges, a new vessel designed specifically for the Brahmaputra River.

Currently under construction and scheduled to debut in 2028, the Viking Ganges will join her sister ship, the Viking Brahmaputra, which is set to begin operations in late 2027.

Both ships will sail between Guwahati and Nimati Ghat in the northeastern state of Assam as part of Viking’s new 15-day itinerary, Wonders of India.

CEO and Chairman of Viking Torstein Hagen said in addition to an eight-day river voyage, the itinerary includes a fully-guided land program.

“Since announcing our new river voyages in India, we have seen strong interest from guests eager to explore this remarkable region,” he said.

“By adding a second ship on the Brahmaputra River in 2028 and opening 2029 departure dates now, we look forward to inviting even more curious travelers to explore India in Viking comfort in the years to come.”

The Viking Ganges and the Viking Brahmaputra will host 80 guests in 40 staterooms. Featuring the elegant Scandinavian design for which Vi-

king is known, all staterooms and suites will have floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors with a veranda.

The 15-day Wonders of India itinerary will operate roundtrip from Delhi, with hotel stays in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur that bracket an eight-day Brahmaputra River voyage, sailing east or west.

With 13 included tours, guests will be immersed in India’s cultural treasures and will have the opportunity to experience as many as 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Guests will delve into the rich history of India’s Golden Triangle, exploring Agra’s fabled Taj Mahal, strolling through Old Delhi’s winding streets and glimpsing Jaipur’s ornate Palace of Winds.

While sailing the Brahmaputra River, guests will see Guwahati’s temple, encounter the thriving villages along its banks, search for the onehorned rhinos and buffalos of Kaziranga National Park and discover the cultures of Majuli, one of the world’s largest river islands.

For additional immersion opportunities, Viking is also offering a variety of new pre and post land extensions for Wonders of India, including Delhi (two nights), Dubai (three nights; fully guided), Kathmandu (four nights; fully guided) and Cochin and Mumbai (five nights; fully guided).

For additional information, contact Viking at 1-800-2-VIKING (1-800-284-5464) or visit www. viking.com.

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Theatre crew’s bites of fun

By Steve Linnell

Noosa Arts Theatre is inviting audiences to a bitesized feast of local theatre with the tenth annual Shorts on Stage Festival, featuring eight entertaining 10-minute plays that promise laughter, thrills, and surprises.

This year’s line-up includes a quirky nod to classic spaghetti westerns, with characters like Billy the Kidder, Wild Bill Hiccup, and Annie Blokely, alongside familiar favourites such as Frankenstein.

Redheads, fur babies, and the chaos of moving house also feature in the playful stories, while topical sketches explore online scams, presidential press conference disasters, and the challenges of writer’s block.

Audience participation is part of the fun, with voting open at all three performances. Awards for Audience Choice (first and second prize), Best Director, and Best Unpublished Script will be announced after the final show. The unpublished script award honours Jane Rivers, a long-time festival convenor who passed away last year, with adjudication by Noosa Arts Theatre patron and acclaimed playwright David Williamson.

Festival performances are scheduled for Saturday 18 April at 2pm and 7.30pm, and Sunday 19 April at 2pm.

Noosa Arts Theatre encourages theatre lovers to book early for this “tasty” selection of local plays. Tickets are available by calling (07) 5449 9343, Tuesday to Friday between 10am and 2pm,

or online via the theatre’s website.

Get ready for a weekend of laughs, drama, and community celebration as Noosa Arts Theatre

Light on Masked Balle

By Jim Fagan

Costume and masked balls gave rich New York families in the Victorian and Edwardian eras the chance to show off their wealth, one ball alone, arranged by the Vanderbilt family in 1893, costing $8,000,000 in today’s dollars.

Banks of orchids and roses were arranged for the 800 guests who arrived wearing gowns by the famous couturier Charles Frederick Worth (1826-95) and representing goddesses and scenes of men and women from famous paintings.

One of the most astounding costumes of the night was worn by Alice Vanderbilt, wife of Cornelius Vanderbilt II. Her “Electric Light” costume was outfitted with a hand-held torch that lit up due to a built-in battery.

Another ball, this time arranged by the Bradley-Martin family at the Waldorf Hotel in 1897 cost $10,000,000 and caused such criticism that the family was forced to go back to England.

Across the country, preachers and editorial writers argued over the propriety of a party that cost so much money.

The history, the infamy, the dresses, the jewels, the food and the enduring role of the masked costume ball in art and culture, will be discussed by Dr Peter McNeil, Distinguished Professor of Design History at University Technology Sydney, at ArtsNational Noosa’s monthly

presentation on April 18.

He is the author of ‘Pretty Gentlemen,’ his book on ‘Macaroni Men’ and the 18th century fashion world, which was published by Yale University Press in 2018 and was also the main writer for Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s travelling exhibition ‘Reigning Men’ (2016-18).

He has worked with communities and museums around the world: the award-winning Australian shows include ‘Dressing Sydney’ (2012-13) with the Sydney Jewish Museum and ‘The Unflinching Gaze’ (2017) with Bathurst Regional Art Gallery.

He is past president (2006-10) of the Art Association of Australia and New Zealand, representing Art History and a Fellow of the Australian Academy of the Humanities.

From Carnival to Masquerade Fashion and Fancy Dress, ArtsNational Noosa, St Mary’s Church, 17 William Street Tewantin, Saturday, April 18, 3.30pm for 4pm start. Visitors welcome. $30pp which includes wine and canapes after the presentation. Bookings essential at email visitorsan.noosa@gmail.com.

Alice Vanderbilt’s “Electric Light” Costume. (Supplied)

continues its beloved tradition of showcasing the best in local short-form theatre.

More info here: (07) 5449 9343 Tuesday to

Friday between 10am and 2pm and https:// 9343.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/159634

Asian Food Festival makes its return

The Asian Food Festival at Spicers Tamarind Retreat will return to The Curated Plate with tickets to the event for release this month.

The festival will be delivered as a single Saturday event this year on 1 August, creating an immersive afternoon experience where guests can wander the Tamarind gardens with a map in hand, discovering dishes, drinks and chefs along the way.

The event will bring together leading Sunshine Coast chefs and restaurants for an afternoon of food and entertainment in the hinterland setting.

New additions to the line-up include Honeysuckle Buderim, alongside returning chef Dan Jarrett, who will showcase dishes from his new Maleny restaurant, Pocky.

Guests will also experience the culinary direction of Spicers Tamarind’s new Head Chef Alex Hall, working alongside guest chefs.

Spirit House will be returning with Head Chef Tom Hitchcock and local favourite Rice Boi will also return with Head Chef James Fraser promising to bring more bold flavours to the table.

Culinary Director of The Curated Plate, Chef Peter Kuruvita, said the refreshed format would allow guests to experience both the food and the setting in a new way.

“By turning it into more of a culinary journey throughout the last Saturday of the festival, people can meet the chefs, taste a range of dishes and really immerse themselves in the experience,” he said.

Alongside the food offering, drinks will once again play a central role in the festival atmosphere.

Hinterland distillery Twelve and a Half Acres will be serving G&Ts on the lawn and the popular champagne bar will also return.

Alex Hall, Head Chef at The Tamarind, said the new format allowed the event to evolve while maintaining the relaxed atmosphere guests love.

Sunshine Coast Asian Food Festival will be held Saturday 1 August from 12-5pm at Spicers Tamarind Retreat, Maleny.

Noosa Marina is excited to once again host the Luv Ya Dub VW Vehicle Show on Saturday, April 11.

Now in its 11th year, the event continues to grow, and we’re proud to welcome the Luv Ya Dub Club back for their fifth year at our venue.

Running from 8am to around 1pm, KLUB VW Sunshine Coast presents the VW Valentine’s event for enthusiasts from all walks of life.

The show will feature an impressive collection of Combi buses, VW campers, buggies, and unique custom creations.

Vehicles will be displayed across the marina decks and carpark, accompanied by live music that adds to the vibrant atmosphere.

While you’re here, enjoy breakfast or lunch at the marina, browse the shops, and make a day of it.

VW specialists and traders will also be onsite, offering rare and unique merchandise - perfect for anyone looking to complete their VW project. For easy transport, leave the car at home and take a relaxing cruise along the Noosa River on the Noosa Ferry, with services running to and from Noosa Marina throughout the day.

This is a fun and welcoming event for all agescome join us and celebrate everything VW! Gates open at 8am.

From Noosa to Orlando

By Steve Linnell

Noosa-born dancer Ally Cassidy is set to represent Australia in a ground-breaking debut at the ICU World Cheerleading Championships, performing with the nation’s first-ever 100% disability hip hop teams.

Cassidy, a performer with the Madeline Stuart Dance Company (MSDC), will compete in the Special Olympic Independent Hip Hop and Special Abilities Hip Hop divisions from 22 to 24 April at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, USA.

The historic selection marks a major milestone for inclusive sport and performing arts in Australia, giving performers with disabilities the opportunity to compete at the highest level on an international stage for the first time.

Leading the teams is Madeline Stuart, the world’s first professional supermodel with Down syndrome and a leading disability advocate. Stuart founded MSDC a decade ago to provide performers of all abilities with training, performance opportunities, and creative pathways - and now celebrates the company’s 10th anniversary with this historic world championship debut.

“The Australian Cheer Union is proud to be entering Australian teams in the Special Abilities and Special Olympics divisions for the first time this year, with the active support and leadership of the Madeline Stuart Dance Company,” said Danelle Cooney, Team Australia Director for the Australian Cheer Union.

For Cassidy, the competition is both a personal milestone and a moment to showcase the talent of underrepresented performers from Noosa and across the country.

“Everyone deserves to live their dream, if society will champion it,” Stuart said, highlighting the significance of visibility and opportunity for all performers.”

The ICU World Championships bring together thousands of athletes from nearly 30 countries and will be broadcast internationally on the official Olympic sports channel, featuring both mainstream and adaptive divisions. Cassidy and her teammates will make history not just for Australia, but for the global inclusion movement in sport and performance arts. For local supporters, this is a chance to cheer on a Noosa talent stepping onto a truly global stage.

Mother’s Day orchid show

Noosa District Orchid & Foliage Society will hold their annual Mother’s Day Orchid Show in Cooroy Memorial Hall in Maple Street on Friday 8 and Saturday 9 May. Entry is $4, Friday 8.30am4pm and Saturday 8.30am-1pm.

This show not only provides spectacular orchid and foliage displays of prize-winning plants, it’s also a great opportunity to buy a beautiful orchid, fern or foliage gift for Mother’s Day.

Experienced orchid growers will be on hand to advise on caring for plants and you can do a $10 hands-on orchid potting workshop and take the orchid home.

While orchids have a reputation of being delicate and tricky, they are actually surprisingly tolerant, though most don’t like too much water. They have been around for more than 80 million years in a wide range of climates and regions across the planet. Buying the right orchids for your location is one of the best ways to maximise your success, along with getting some local growers’ tips through joining an orchid club.

Noosa District Orchid & Foliage Society welcomes new members at their monthly meetings, held on the first Saturday of each month from 1pm at Tinbeerwah Hall. You can get information on joining the society at the show.

For more information or people to interview/ photograph phone club president Trevor Cook on 0419 431 008,

Gaming-free, Community First

The Noosa Yacht & Rowing Club has officially reopened following a major renovation, marking a significant milestone for the organisation and the wider community — the Club is now a completely gaming-free and smoke-free venue.

The club’s move to dump its pokies sets a standard for Queensland clubs that want to better serve their communities.

The transformation follows a long-term vision to reduce gambling-related harm while strengthening the Club’s role as a welcoming riverside hub for locals, families, visitors, and community groups. By removing gaming machines from the venue, the Club says it can now place even greater focus on supporting community programs, local sport, sailing and rowing development, and social activities that benefit the region.

The renovation project was completed in an impressive three weeks, allowing the Club to reopen quickly and showcase a refreshed look and improved spaces for Members and guests.

Key areas of the venue have been upgraded to achieve a new level of sophistication and enhance comfort, accessibility, and the overall experience for visitors. The changes create a more relaxed and social environment, reflecting the Club’s commitment to providing a positive gathering place along the Noosa River.

Enjoying a meal or a drink at the Club gives patrons the opportunity to soak in the world-class vista of the river in comfort and style.

General Manager Ashley Little said the project represents an important step forward for the Club and the community it serves.

“The decision to become a gaming-free Club has been part of a long-term vision. We wanted to create a space that focuses on people, community connection, and the lifestyle we’re fortunate to have here in Noosa,” Mr Little said.

“This renovation allows us to continue supporting local initiatives while offering Members and guests an even better place to meet, dine, watch sport, and enjoy the river.”

The Club has also acknowledged the team behind the rapid transformation, particularly Build 4 U, who completed the project within the three-

week renovation period.

A number of local businesses and organisations were also recognised for their support of the Club and its community initiatives, including Pacific Ford Noosaville, Stratogen Accounting, Clearview Innovations, Noosa Ferry, Noosa Marina, Century 21 Conolly Hay Group, Endeavour Foundation, Noosa Council, and Sandy Bolton MP, as well as the Club’s Committee, Management, and the broader community.

Alongside the physical upgrades, the Club has launched a revamped website designed to better connect Members and visitors with what’s happening at the venue.

The updated site — www.nyrc.com.au — now features a new Noosa River Cam, giving people a

live look at conditions on the river before heading down to the Club.

Whether planning lunch by the water, a drink with friends, or checking the weather before heading out on the river, locals can now simply jump online and see what’s happening in real time.

The Club is now inviting Members, locals, and visitors to come and experience the refreshed venue and enjoy the new chapter of one of Noosa’s long-standing community institutions.

“This is an exciting time for the Club,” Mr Little said.

“We’re proud of what we’ve achieved and look forward to welcoming everyone back to enjoy the new space.”

Oriana turn it up a notch

By Erle Levey

Never one to rest on the success of past performances, Oriana Choir delivered another invigorating and impressive music line-up in their Pop Royalty concert series.

What stood out from hit after hit of some of history’s enormous classic pop songs was some exceptionally strong talent amid younger members of the choir.

Many of these had recently graduated from Oriana’s children’s choir - the Sunshine Coast Youth Choir.

Performing songs of pop’s biggest names these youthful singers shone in classics of Elvis, Madonna, David Bowie, Barbra Streisand and Celine Dion.

This was in conjunction with a songlist created by seasonal music director Elisabeth Wallis Gaedtke to bring out the talent of established choir members and the strength of the full chorale.

The high-energy concerts at Matthew Flinders Performance Centre in Buderim and The J in Noosa Junction showed the future for Oriana is shining.

Pop Royalty followed the runaway success of the past two years’ Dancing Queen, showcasing the music of ABBA and Queen; and The Piano Men, celebrating the glories of Elton John and Billy Joel.

Taking the level up again, Pop Royalty paid tribute to some of the greatest popular songs of the past 75 years, immortalised by some of the pre-eminent members of popular music’s own ‘royal family.’

There were so many fantastic moments. Outstanding singing, dancing and solos.

The sobriquets of some of the featured artists tell the story: Elvis, ‘The King’; Aretha Franklin, ‘Queen of Soul’; Nat ‘King’ Cole; Michael Jackson, ‘The King of Pop’; (The Artist Formerly Known As) Prince; John Farnham, Australia’s own ‘King of Pop’; Lady Gaga; and many others, whose genuinely iconic stature merits their inclusion in Pop Royalty.

Names such as Bob Dylan, Olivia Newton-

John, Taylor Swift, Eric Clapton, Tina Turner, Helen Reddy, and many more, gave us songs that expressed the gamut of human emotion, from joy to despair, compassion, love lost and won, and the sheer love of life.

Accompanied by a superb seven-piece band, led by Scott Gaedtke on keyboards, there were guest appearances by the Sunshine Coast Youth Choir.

The choral arrangements of many treasured pop songs were interspersed with uniformly excellent solo performances by individual choir members.

Pop Royalty was, from beginning to end, an exhilarating experience, a delight for the ears, the eyes and the emotions.

Lighting, staging, costuming and choreography all contributed to the quality of the show, which was, in a word, fabulous.

Everyone on the stage performed with en-

thusiasm and passion. The company looked and sounded as if they were thoroughly enjoying themselves, and that communicated to their audiences, who responded in kind.

There were so many stand-out moments that it’s difficult to single any out. But if push comes to shove, then mention must be made of the final songs of each half of the show.

Part One concluded with a striking performance of Kate Miller-Heidke’s Zero Gravity by soprano Elisabeth Wallis Gaedke, then the truly thrilling and uplifting choral delivery of John Farnham’s magnificent signature song You’re The Voice, featuring, to the great surprise and delight of the audience, piper Craig Ellis.

The moment when the band stopped playing and the choir sang the chorus a cappella was hairraising.

Speaking of thrilling – the finale was a visually and aurally stunning performance of Michael

Jackson’s classic, Thriller. That brought about an encore of You’re The Voice.

Featuring terrific choreography and costuming, and including members of the Youth Choir, this spectacle of Thriller and You’re The Voice was an entirely fitting conclusion to what was a stunning two hours of entertainment.

Pop Royalty was the latest of many highlights in Oriana Choir’s storied career to date. How privileged we are to have such superb, professionalstandard productions being presented by our own local people!

Rehearsals will soon begin for Oriana’s next project, An Oriana Songbook. Keep an eye on their website, www.oriana.org.au with concerts taking place Sunday, 28 June, at 2pm at Stella Maris Primary School performance venue, Maroochydore, and at St Patrick’s Church in Gympie on Saturday, 4 July, at 1pm.

Exclusive literary event on offer from Noosa Alive

Noosa alive! will present a rare Queenslandexclusive literary event this May when two of Australia’s most influential media figures, Lisa Wilkinson and Peter FitzSimons, appear together in conversation at The J Theatre in Noosa.

The acclaimed media power couple will share the stage for an extraordinary double-bill storytelling event exploring two remarkable historical stories recently brought to life through their bestselling books.

Audiences will first hear from Peter FitzSimons at 5pm, presenting The Courageous Life of Weary Dunlop — the powerful story of legendary Australian war hero Edward ‘Weary’ Dunlop, whose courage and leadership became a lifeline for thousands of Australian prisoners of war forced to work on the infamous Thai–Burma Railway during World War II.

One of Australia’s most popular storytellers, FitzSimons is the nation’s bestselling non- fiction author and a long-time journalist and columnist with The Sydney Morning Herald and The Sun-Herald. His bestselling books include

works on Ned Kelly, Sir John Monash, and the Gallipoli Campaign, along with biographies of celebrated Australians including Nancy Wake and John Eales.

At 6.30pm, Lisa Wilkinson will present The Titanic Story of Evelyn, the extraordinary and previously untold true story of Evelyn Marsden, the only Australian-born survivor of the sinking of the RMS Titanic. Through extensive research and compelling storytelling, Wilkinson brings to life Marsden’s courageous journey through one of history’s

most infamous maritime disasters, revealing an unforgettable tale of resilience and humanity.

Wilkinson is one of Australia’s most respected journalists and media personalities. Her career spans magazine publishing, where she became the youngest editor of Dolly at just 21, and later editor of Cleo, before moving into television as co-host of the Today program. She later joined The Project on Network Ten.

This special appearance forms part of the Noosa alive! 2026 fundraising program, supporting the continuation of one of Australia’s most loved regional arts festivals.

Following the presentations, audiences will have the opportunity to meet both authors during a book signing session from 7:30pm, with book sales available on the night courtesy of Hachett Books and The Junction Bookstore.

In Conversation: Lisa Wilkinson & Peter FitzSimons, a Noosa Alive! Queensland Exclusive will be on Monday 11 May at The J Theatre, 60 Noosa Drive, Noosa Junction from 5pm (bar opens at 4pm).

Tickets on sale now at noosaalive.com.au

Personal Anzac Tributes to honour the soldiers who have served in the Australian Armed Forces will be published in the classified section week commencing 20th April 2026

Readers have the opportunity to place a tribute of a family member who has served in the armed forces. Each tribute will measure 5cm x 6.3cm for a cost of $30

Email your text and photo to sales@networkclassifieds.com.au prior to publication deadline with the following information: Your name, address and phone number • Name on Tribute

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To place your notice forward photo and details to sales@networkclassifieds.com.au or phone 1300 666 808

Tigers head to Gold Coast

By Julian Pitts

The Rococo Noosa Tigers will head down to Broadbeach this Saturday as all three Senior Mens teams will be hoping for victories against a club that has always been a glitter strip powerhouse.

The Colts and Development grades will be hoping to secure their first wins of the season whilst the Tigers Seniors will be confident they can make it two from two against the Cats outfit. Noosa will recall him onballer and senior team leader Sam Willoughby for his first game of 2026 after being unavaislable for Noosa’s victory over Coorparoo in round one. The courageous left footer has a fierce attack on the footy and gathers a ton of possessions which will help the Tigers get the ball into dangerous areas. His inclusion however is more needed after star new recruit Aaron Hawker requires shoulder surgery and will miss most of the season, a huge blow for the popular Colac boy who in his first year at the club was voted into the leadership group.

Star utility, team leader and 2019 Premiership player Will McKenzie makes his way back in the side after serving a suspension and whether forward or back will make a huge difference to the outcome. His cleanliness with ball in hand and aggression at the contest has made Will one of the

best utilities going around and the Tigers will be loving his return.

Senior Game at 1pm, the development team, who should regain the likes of Airey Bamback, Scrivano, Marsh etc looks a lot stronger outfit and will only improve, open the day at 10.30 am whilst Brainy’s boys follow the Seniors at 3.45pm and will attempt to open their account.

Plenty happening at Tigerland, Ladies Day next Saturday 18 April.

Last years was a hoot and I’m sure this years will be nothing less. Get down and have a ball with fellow Tiger girls , who are all a massive part

of our footy club.

And then there’s Anzac Day against our traditional rival Maroochydore. With Geelong star Stevie J our first guest speaker for 2026. Tickets selling quick with 100 the cut off point so make

sure you don’t miss out.

I won’t see you at the footy this weekend as I’m at ‘gather round’ but enjoy the local footy and let’s hope for three Noosa victories on the Goldy! Go Tigers!

Fire-eating, fresh food and home-grown music were the focus for the launch for GourMay 2026 - the celebration of food in the Mary Valley. ERLE LEVEY was there to capture the magic of strengthening local communities.

Fresh is the word for month-long food festival program

Farmers, fire-eaters, fresh food and local musicians The Leafy Greens lit up the launch party for GourMay 2026 at Amamoor.

Now in it’s fourth year, the month-long celebration of food in the Mary Valley in May promises a bigger and even more varied list of events.

With rain threatening, the patrons warmed to the enchanting evening with locally-sourced and prepared food from celebrity chef Matt Golinski with the assistance of Glen Barratt.

The village-feel on the night brought an intimacy and vibrancy about it that bigger events find hard to achieve.

Neighbours chatted, newcomers to the area were welcomed. It was an inspiring sign in the way people were engaging in food production.

The evening had an authentic feel to it as guests spoke with producers about the way in which the Mary Valley is making a name for good, healthy food.

Mary Valley Chamber of Commerce president Janelle Parker thanked all levels of government for their support of the event, and said it could not happen without the huge bank of volunteers and the community support.

“It’s an opportunity to not only showcase the produce from here in the Mary Valley, but what can be done with it.

“This year we have introduced the Mary Valley Farm Trail and the One Hundred Percent Mary Valley long lunch.

“As time goes on, we hope to escalate things with all of the events and activities there will be on offer.’’

Special thanks was extended to GourMay director Malcolm Oakley, ambassador Matt Golinski and his co-host Martin Duncan, as well as the Chamber of Commerce committee.

Gympie mayor Glen Hartwig said that with the advent of GourMay, the council had stepped back and taken a fresh look at the direction the Mary Valley needed to go.

“GourMay has moved from strength to strength to strength. It’s now one of a handful of month-long food events in Queensland and Australia.

“It’s a reminder that Gympie and Mary Valley leads the way in this and many other endeavours.

“In so many events the community are behind it - they’re the heart and soul. As a result we are keen to share our back yard with everybody.’’

For GourMay director Malcolm Oakley the launch of the 2026 program is the result of a great organising committee and community support.

“Here

in the Mary Valley, we have learned if you take a seed, put water on it

and give it care, then it will flourish.”

“Now in our fourth year, its been an interesting journey and it has continued to grow.

“Here in the Mary Valley, we have learned if you take a seed, put water on it and give it care, then it will flourish. That’s what is happening with GourMay.’’

The 2026 program will have more than 30 events, starting on Friday, 1 May, with a launch evening at Dagun Railway Station.

Festival Day on Sunday, 3 May, will include cooking demonstrations by Matt Golinski, a Slow Food Noosa Snail Kids event, workshops, talks with producers, and the camp oven competition with an evening meal.

The Mary Valley Farm Trail on Saturday, 16 May, will see a number of farmers opening their gates for tours and talks that are either guided or self-drive.

Matt Golinski as well as Martin Duncan will be hosting the guided tours as well as cooking at various venues utilising the home-grown produce.

The trail will be ticketed, predominantly for bio-security reasons at the farms.

The family-owned farms provide the chance to taste fresh produce, meet the farmers, and discover how they grow and care for the land.

They include John Tidy’s Organics, Bunya Grove Farm, Kandanga Farm Store and K2Beef,

Beef and Wild Barrel Beer.

At the end of the day Mary Valley Country Harvest Cooperative will present supper at Dagun Railway Station.

Matt Golinski said the farm trail was the result of building up friendships with farmers over many years.

“We look after each other. They know I am going to represent them to be best of my ability.

“If I ask for some produce they will go out of their way to get it for me.

“Different regions in Australia are known for different produce

“What makes this region special is its diversity.

“It’s got everything. It’s got beef, it’s got dairy. It’s got every fruit and vegetable under the sun. There is nothing that will not grow here.

“That makes it easier as a chef.

“And it’s got authenticity … if I say that’s what I’m preparing, then that’s what you are getting.’’

The challenge of being a chef was seen fully with the cheesecake prepared for the program launch menu - it came about from the collaboration of three farmers.

With the persimmon harvest in full swing at Bunya Grove Farm, Matt added the zest and

juice from early-season fruit at Mary Valley Yuzu, then some honey from John Tidy.

For the main courses Matt utilised K2Beef brisket, Forage Farms bacon, Eastwell Farms mushrooms, Bendle’s Farm Chicken, Kenilworth Dairy cheese, Kandanga Farm Store pumpkin, Woolooga Farm Kitchen tomatillo and John Tidy Organics avocado.

“Using seasonal produce forces you to be creative … these are the ingredients to use and I love it. That’s why I love being a chef.’’

One Hundred Percent Mary is to be held at Stockyard Valley, Coles Creek, on Sunday, 24 May, in which Matt Golinski will create a menu using ingredients that are completely grown and produced amongst the hills that follow the Mary River from Conondale to Gympie.

Other events during GourMay include the The Emillia McAullife Memorial Ladies Anglers Competition at Lake Borumba on SaturdaySunday, 2-3 May; and Slow Food Noosa’s Film with Food night at Kandanga Hall on Friday, 8 May, featuring a menu inspired by fresh, seasonal and locally sourced produce with an emphasis on low waste practices.

New this year will be Sconeversations, to be held with Martin Duncan on Sunday, 17 May, at Stockyard Valley, Coles Creek.

Always in demand is the Sunrise Breakfast on Saturday, 23 May, at John Tidy’s Avocado Tree Farm in Amamoor. Then that night there will be a GourMay Bush Dance at Amamoor Hall; and a Harvest & Jazz Feast at the Wild Vine, Imbil.

The Walking with Macadamias foot tours on Sunday, 17 May and 31 May, at Amamoor are always highly sought-after.

A Gala Celebration to wrap up the month is to be held at Stockyard Valley on the night of Saturday, 30 May.

Events such as GourMay resonate deeply within the community and have much to provide in the way of regional identity.

The Mary Valley and the wider region have an incredibly strong story - clean, green, regenerative, and community driven.

It underlines the philosophy of healthy soil leading to healthy food, and good health.

This is something visitors intuitively value when they come to the area.

It’s an exciting opportunity to spread the word. The foundations are strong: quality produce, passionate producers, and a compelling regenerative narrative.

We are well placed to shape something authentic and distinctive.

https://www.gourmaymaryvalley.com.au/

Talking Sport

Ron Lane

Best ever results for Noosa Surf Club

By Ron Lane

At the conclusion of the Open Surf Life Saving Championships of Australia, Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club, achieved an impressive ninth place overall, earning medals across a range of events including swimming, first aid, board riding, rescue and endurance, beach flags, sprints, and relays.

Amelia Greene’s impressive campaign led to her selection for the Australian Youth Squad. This accomplishment was recognised by all members of her team as exceptional.

Noosa’s versatility was highlighted by senior water and endurance events. In the demanding 2km swim Darcy Lewis claimed bronze and Finella Gibbs-Beal produced an outstanding 4th place finish with both performances reflecting strength composure and endurance against elite national competition.

At the first aid competition, Noosa, coached by Lenore Grice, achieved impressive results: Archie Bailey and Summer Mitchell won the U17 mixed first aid category, while Archie Bailey and Bryce Shilkin earned gold in the U15 division. Following this, Archie and Summer secured third place in the U19 Mixed event. Then add to this Kiani Molner finished fourth in the blue ribbon Open Female Life Saver Event.

Josie Holmes delivered a standout performance to claim silver in the U19 female beach sprint and Amelie Green taking out the bronze in the U17 female beach sprint. Noosa’s strong relay team won gold in the U17 female beach relay, echoing the earlier success of the U15 female team.

Our open female beach relay ran strongly to take out a silver medal, and the open male beach relay took out a bronze. A strong performance by our mixed U19 relay, narrowly missed out on a podium finish: but our U17 mixed beach relay secured valuable points for the club in the final.

In the beach flags Amelie Green produced a composed and dominate performance to claim gold medal in the U17 event, while Josie Holms Hayden Dewberry and Aalie Bourke, all progressed to the final of their beach flags in their respective age groups. Mia Caple and Tilly Williams also had a strong performance in the 2x1km beach relay finishing sixth.

In the surf boat section, our crews delivered a strong showing with impressive results throughout the heats. The Condors Masters crew, powered through to finish fourth in their final, while the U19 Chirps achieved an excellent result, reaching the quarter finals in just their seconds carnival. The U23 women’s crew, the Cluckers, advanced to the quarterfinals, highlighting Noosa’s surf boat program’s depth and promising future.

Another major plus has been the excellent performance from our masters. The masters finished 3rd out of 143 clubs, despite having many of the races cancelled: and these races being amongst our strongest events on the program.

Once again Noosa was beaten by the two Bondi clubs, but the point margin this year was much smaller. The final medal count indicated that the masters achieved 6 gold, 16 silver, and 8 bronze medals in total. Congratulations to all competitors on earning a total of 30 medals. While it is challenging to list every athlete by name, their outstanding achievements have certainly been recognized.

The club’s board riding culture has led to significant personal development and achievements within the organization. The exceptional leadership by Jack, Kirra ang Gary has helped shape the now strong culture. The new breed saw the board riding team come home with a total of five medals: two gold, one silver and two bronzes.

Apart from the medal tally here were two major outstanding achievements. First saw Noosa’s

winning the U13 Girls Shortboard Riding Australian Title. Second Noosa earned the title of Board Riders Champion Club of Australia due to consistent performances and significant progress throughout the elimination rounds. Adaptive Spotlight.

Noosa dispatched a dedicated team to participate in the Adaptive Aussie Titles; an event focused on supporting children requiring assistance. The event proved to be outstanding. Our three athletes shone brightly: Charlie Jireh and Issack gave their across every event with smiles determination and laughter being their constant feature. All athletes competed well with Issack Young walking away with the silver medal in the Adaptive Beach Sprint.

Let us not forget to congratulate our U 11U15 Nippers who represented Noosa at State and National Titles. Their commitment, effort and sportsmanship, was outstanding; and their team spirit was a highlight. They proudly represented their club.

To our officials, coaches, team managers and families the Noosa Club is in your debt. Well, done by all. After years of struggle this once great club is once again on the move.

Amateur Boxing.

On Saturday 28 March starting at approximately 11am the Team Impact Boxing Academy once again played host to the Regional Amateur Boxing Championships at Cooroy.

The one-day boxing event, held at Noosa District State School and featuring a program of 112 bouts, has become the largest and most successful amateur tournament in regional Australia. This year there were several fighters from overseas.

With Impacts promoter and head coach Mark Evans at the helm, supported by his wife Kylie and their dedicated team, this two-ring tournament proved to be a significant triumph. This is also a major benefit for amateur boxing.

The announcer’s reminder to the young athletes to follow the rules and demonstrate good sportsmanship—whether they win, lose, or draw—was well received. With around 15 members from the local boxing club participating, there was strong support, and by noon, a large crowd had gathered.

Speaking with a visiting representative of the Nauru boxing squad he discussed their situation. “Today we have a team of eight fighters, some are elite and some are newcomers to the sport-great experience for both.

We are somewhat isolated, and some teammates have trained for four years but only had four fights. This marks our inaugural tournament of the year, supported by private sponsors as well as contributions from government, family, and friends.” It is interesting to note that a Development Program for Boxing has been forwarded to this club by Mark Evans. Another big step forward from Impact Boxing.

A major attraction was young down syndrome boy who boxed a demonstration bout, (under strict supervision) and bought the crowd to their feet with his display of body punching. With his opponent trapped on the ropes. his body punches inspired some spectators to start a loud chant “Bulldog!” So aggressive was his style that he won the contest on a 3rd round TKO. From our local Team Impact

From our local Team Impact squad of 12 boxers, 8 won their bouts thus proudly receiving a championship belt. These belts, very well done, which were donated by sponsors received a big vote of thanks from Promoter/Coach Mark Evans.

The old saying that Sport Puts Bums on Seats certainly came alive at this tournament. Local business houses have reported their biggest trading Saturday ever. So, a very big well done to Mark and Kylie Evens and their support team and above all the sponsors.

Phil Jarratt - philjarratt.com

Drama, upsets and debate

By Phil Jarratt

When they finally got the Bells Beach Easter Pro underway two hours before dark on Good Friday afternoon, it was difficult to not make Biblical comparisons as half a dozen of the worthiest surfers in the world prepared for potential sacrifice in the reinstated sudden death first round elimination.

I don’t like several critical parts of this new World Surf League format and in this I am not alone. It’s not so much the fact that you have to go hard or go home right from the outset, it’s the fact that six surfers are chosen for the sudden death round while four escape it, yet all 10 have done what was required of them to qualify (or requalify) for the championship tour.

Swellnet’s Steve Shearer summed it up best: “This is, in effect, a de facto trials event to even get the chance to compete.

But why? These guys have fully qualified to surf on the CT - why do they have to surf an extra heat and decrease their chances of even making the first proper round? This is tantamount to organising a running race against Usain Bolt with the aspirants having to run 210 metres while Bolt runs the 200. It’s just patently unfair and absurd.”

So as the shadows lengthened over lumpy, bumpy Bells Beach, we watched Aussies Liam O’Brien, Callum Robson and Oscar Berry go down to wildcards and rookies. Well, tough luck, I hear you say, but in the case of Liam and Cal, these are two of the toughest and most talented guys we’ve had on tour in recent years.

Both have had to fight injury and bad luck to get back to the WCT, producing heroic results along the way, like Cal’s extraordinary last gasp win at the Pipeline Challenger earlier this year. No one deserves to be there more than them, and yet, as it turns out, they’re only there as second class citizens, while the equally worthy George Pittar and Morgan Cibilic fly straight into the second round. And this is going to be the case in every CT in 2026.

Just not fair.

Meanwhile, in pretty awful conditions on the second day, two of the all-time greats of women’s surfing made a comeback after a couple of years off tour, with five-times world champ Carissa Moore looking rusty but scraping through, while eight-times world champ Steph Gilmore went down to next-gen Luana Silva. In a day that wasn’t kind to Aussie icons, Ethan Ewing then went down to rising star

George Pittar. Bells looked more like Bells on Easter Sunday morning, clean, albeit smaller lines rolling into the bowl. The high tide was always going to kill it, but at least we got to see a handful of

interesting heats from men’s round two as we ate our choccy eggs, starting with young Saffa rookie Luke Thompson being given a lesson in tactics and wave choice by his mentor, the masterful Jordy Smith. I know it’s un-Australian, but I’d love to see Jordy win a title before he’s done. Maybe this is the year.

Then the heat of the tournament so far, when wildcard and world junior champ Dane Henry took it up to world number two Griff Colapinto.

The surf world’s next big thing, 19-year-old Dane owned the first half of the heat, smashing two monster airs while his hero watched.

Then a priority slip gave Griff his chance, which he grabbed with both feet, winning the 15-plus exchange with slightly superior boosting and rail work. Young Dane beamed as he bounded up the Bells stairs. Out of the comp but truly onto the global radar.

The championship tour opener has a long way to go yet, but, despite pretty average conditions thus far, the stage is set for a very exciting finish, which you’ll know all about by the time you read this.

Our communal dunny

For the past few weeks leading into the Easter break, I’ve been able to sit in my home office overlooking the river, not watching the tinnies breaking the speed limit as they head for the bar, as per usual, but looking across the street at a slightly bizarre social experiment in which a Portaloo dunny has been temporarily installed in clear view and for the occasional use of passersby and residents.

Look, I know it’s a tradies loo dumped on site while someone does a reno, but they’re not usually butted up to the footpath. Trying to work, like right now as I finish this column, I find myself intrigued when tourists or joggers stop to check it out, think, how convenient, and in they go!

Even more intriguing is when well-dressed people appear from within the building to take their turns, which raises the question, did they take advantage of a super holiday rental deal? Like, “Riverfront luxury apartment available cheap: stunning views, private beach, no dunny but Portaloo right at the front door.”

I haven’t used it myself yet, but if our pipes block up it’s good to know it’s there. Not.

PROPERTY

A TREASURE SURROUNDED BY NATURE

PROPERTY MATTERS

IT’S like experiencing an episode of Grand Designs, in which Kevin McCloud speaks about the creation of some extraordinary houses.

A four-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house, pool, on 2.01ha, shed, at 24 Amaroo Place, Cooroibah, is one of the better singlelevel homes on the market, according to Tom Offermann agent Peter TeWhata.

The house, designed to a very high standard and specification level to define quality requirements, goes to auction Saturday 18 April, at 2pm.

“From the moment you walk in it has that ‘wow’ effect,’’ Peter said. “You look straight to the pool area - that is an experience in itself.

“It is one of the best contemporary homes on the market at the moment.’’

Enclosed with the slide-away, UV-rated Florida insect screening, is the expansive outdoor room, kitchen with stone-topped cabinetry and overhead heating.

Beside it is a pool pavilion with sun terrace and 10m heated pool with screened ceiling, suggesting swimming in the rain.

Aptly named Amaroo, meaning beautiful place, the property is exclusively gated and with pristine surrounds north-facing to a nature reserve and walking trails around Lake Cooroibah.

Statement double timber-framed lami-glass doors open to the foyer of the home, then to the tall doors and walls of glass, high ceilings and skylights that allow sunlight to splash over the Italian pastel grey stone flooring.

Sprawling living areas connect to outdoors, including a dedicated lounge room with feature lighting and surround sound.

The open plan dining space includes the massive kitchen with two parallel island breakfast bars, black and white-streaked stonetopped cabinetry, soft-close deep drawers, sizeable butler’s pantry with three-dimensional

lustre wave tiles and the latest appliances from Miele induction cooktop and oven, to integrated AEG dishwasher and a Samsung four-door fridge with television.

There are four equally stunning bedrooms with walk-in robes and ensuites with Italian wall and floor tiles, and custom stone-topped cabinetry.

The premier suite in the east wing has a walk-in robe, ensuite with double shower heads and a deep, free-standing, stone bath.

The laundry has lustre wave tiles, a stonetopped bench, a wall of black glass sliding doors plus access to the drying area. Stonetopped cabinetry and latest tech is in the office

The two-car garage also has a studio/gym; a sound proofed storeroom on the north side houses various equipment such as the Bionizer water treatment system; and security systems include perimeter CCTV recording cameras also a zoned alarm system.

Other features include ducted 6kW airconditioning; a 14.6Kw Solar inverter system and Elgas 90Kg Downunder underground gas supply inside the gate.

Outbuildings include a fully-insulated and powered 18m by 9m barn on the west side, and there’s a water lily-covered deep dam with fish.

SET UP FOR HORSES

Just listed with Peter TeWhata is a 2.09ha horse property at Cooroibah with eventing arena and shed.

The property at 346 Lake Cooroibah Rd features a contemporary-design 600sq m house with pool.

Backing on to Lake Cooroibah, the property is set for auction on Friday, 1 May.

CLASSIC BEACH COTTAGE

It’s a property that captures the heart as much as it commands attention.

An original Sunshine Beach cottage set on a leafy medium-density block has been attracting attention right from being listed.

Caitlyn McConnell at Sunshine Beach Real Estate said the two-bedroom, one-bathroom, one-car cottage on 611sq m at 17 Duke St was of solid block construction, and tightly held by same owner for 35 years.

Set for auction on Saturday 11 April, at 2pm, interest has been mostly from local buyers, looking for a family home, and Brisbane-based buyers searching for a beach house.

“People love the privacy, beautiful established gardens and the proximity to everything,’’ Caitlyn said. “It has a really warm relaxed feel.

“We’ve also had interest from buyers looking for projects.’’

Framed by a magnificent old mango tree at the entry, there’s an immediate sense of charm and nostalgia. With a lush, elevated outlook, it is a flat 550m walk to the patrolled beach, surf club and village cafes.

One of the earliest solid block homes in Sunshine Beach, this cottage is privately positioned and fully fenced.

A deck stretches the full width of the home, capturing a north-easterly outlook.

Inside, there is a timber kitchen featuring original bamboo benchtops that complement

the relaxed coastal aesthetic. Soaring raked ceilings create an impressive sense of volume and light, while the loft-style bedrooms upstairs offer a peaceful, retreat-like feel.

The bedrooms open onto a private rear deck nestled in the tree canopy.

RIVERFRONT BLISS

With uninterrupted north-facing water views from every room, a two-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car riverfront apartment 36/5 Quamby Pl, Noosa Heads, is turning heads.

Anita Nichols and Craig Taylor of Laguna Real Estate are taking the apartment to auction Saturday 18 April, at 10am.

Set within the sought-after Culgoa Beach Resort, the property is an end unit on the first level and has lift access.

It has had the same owner for almost 30 years in this tightly-held holiday location.

With excellent on-site management, the apartment offers an exceptional blend of coastal lifestyle and investment appeal, the agents said.

Residents and guests enjoy a recently upgraded pool precinct featuring a 20m heated lap pool, children’s pool and spa, along with a full suite of resort facilities including a gym, sauna, tennis court and guest lounge.

The barbecue facilities are on the podium level with beach front views amongst three acres of tropical landscape gardens.

Adding to its unique appeal, the resort includes a private jetty with direct access to the Noosa River—ideal for boating, kayaking or simply enjoying the waterfront setting.

A four-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house, pool, on 2.01ha, shed, at 24 Amaroo Place, Cooroibah, goes to auction Saturday 18 April, at 2pm. (542693)

A four-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house, pool, on 2.01ha, shed, at 24 Amaroo Place, Cooroibah, goes to auction Saturday 18 April, at 2pm. (542693)

FORTHCOMING AUCTIONS

SATURDAY 11 April

Noosa Heads

• 33/5 Quamby Pl: 2bed, 2bath, 1car waterfront apartment, 1pm, Luke Chen 0417 600 840 Tom Offermann Real Estate

Sunrise Beach

• 50 Tingira Cres: 4bed, 4bath, 2car beachfront house, pool, 12pm, Rebekah Offermann 0413 044 241 Tom Offermann Real Estate

Sunshine Beach

• 17 Duke St: 2bed, 1bath, 1car house on 611sq m medium-density block, 2pm, Caitlyn McConnell 0417 637 697 Sunshine Beach

Real Estate

FRIDAY, 17 April

Black Mountain

• 235 Black Mountain Range Rd: 3bed, 2bath, 2car house and cabin on 7.25ha, dam, 11am, Jeanette Catalano 0422 923 851 Mario Catalano 0400 613 879 Hinternoosa

Noosa Heads

• 3/31 Katharina St: 2bed, 1bath, 1car apartment, 1pm, Sharon McLure 0400 084 975 Alexandra McLure 0484 356 225 McLure Real Estate.

A four-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house, pool, on 2.01ha, shed, at 24 Amaroo Place, Cooroibah, goes to auction Saturday 18 April, at 2pm. (542693)

A four-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house, pool, on 2.01ha, shed, at 24 Amaroo Place, Cooroibah, goes to auction Saturday 18 April, at 2pm. (542693)

A two-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car riverfront apartment 36/5 Quamby Pl, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Saturday 18 April, at 10am. (542744)

A two-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car riverfront apartment 36/5 Quamby Pl, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Saturday 18 April, at 10am. (542744)

A four-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house, pool, on 2.01ha, shed, at 24 Amaroo Place, Cooroibah, goes to auction Saturday,18 April, at 2pm. (542693)

A four-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house, pool, on 2.01ha, shed, at 24 Amaroo Place, Cooroibah, goes to auction Saturday 18 April, at 2pm. (542693)

A two-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car riverfront apartment 36/5 Quamby Pl, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Saturday 18 April, at 10am. (542744)

A two-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car riverfront apartment 36/5 Quamby Pl, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Saturday, 18 April, at 10am. (542744)

A two-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car riverfront apartment 36/5 Quamby Pl, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Saturday 18 April, at 10am. (542744)

3/235 GY MPIETERR ACE, NOOSA VILLE

Ovationsforlivingandlovingthehighlifeneverlookedbetterwithaprivilegedsunsplashedfront row addressboastinga180-degreepelican-eye view. Justlooknorth fromtherivermouthandalongtheNoosaRiverfromthe top floorapartmentof aptlynamedRiverside complex. Easyto appreciate whythisisa winner. Admirethewhite-bright contemporaryaesthetic,high rakedceiling,sophisticated design tendingtowardsbeachysimplicity withimportanceplacedonimmaculate furnitureandaccessoriesinnaturalhuesandpopsofblue. Naturallightinvitesitselfindoorsthankstobanksofdisappearingdoors whichopen fromthesizeablelivingspacetoaterrace forentertainingoptionswhateverthe reasonorseason.Notforgettingsunsetsanddrinkinginthosesensationalviews.

A 3 B 2 C 1 D

Price $2.425M

View Saturday 10.00am -10.30am

Agent ChrisMiller 0412894542

chris@offermann.com.au

5/42 HASTINGS ST REET , NOOSAHEAD S

IntheglamorousheartofHastingsStreet,Apartment 5TheEmeralddelivers thequintessentialNoosalifestylejuststeps tocafés, restaurants,boutiquesand thegoldensandsofNoosa MainBeach.Light-filledinteriors spillseamlessly to a generousundercoverterrace,where leafygreeneryframesglimpsesofHastings Street’svibrantenergy.The oversizedmastersuite withsleekensuiteadds rare apartment-styleluxury,whileresortfacilitiesincludingaheatedlagoonpool,spa, sauna,lift accessandsecure parking complete thepicture.Withstrongyear-round holidaybookingsandprofessionalon-sitemanagement,thisbeachy-chichavenisa superblifestyleandinvestmentopportunity.

A 3 B 2 C 1 D

Price $3.65M View

Wednesday 11.00am -11.30am

Agent JesseStowers 0414367282

jesse@offermann.com.au

63 GOLF CO URSEDRIVE , TE WA NTIN

Framed by bushland,thisQueenslander-inspired residence deliversa lifestyle ofprivacy,charmandeffortlessindoor-outdoorliving. Wraparound verandahs extendfromthefronttothesideand rear,offering aselectionofsunlitandshaded spacestoenjoymorningcoffeeor eveningdrinksamidstalush,leafybackdrop. Inside, alight-filledopenplanliving,diningandkitchenareaformstheheartofthe home,enhancedbywarmtimber floors thataddcharacterandappeal.Thekitchen capturestranquilgreenoutlooksandfeaturesexcellent storage.Withsideaccess, multiple carports, ashedandnoneighbour to oneside,thisinvitingproperty presentsarareopportunityto enjoypeacefullivingimmersedinnature.

A 3 B 2 C 2

Auction

Friday24April11.00am

View

Sat10.00am -10.30am

Wed10.30am -11.00am

Agent EricaNewton 0410603519 erica@offermann.com.au

37 CO OROIBAHCRESC E NT , TEWANTIN

Move thefamily to thecovetedNoosaBanksenclavewiththepurchaseofthis expansivesinglelevelresidenceon2814m2parklikegroundsbackingdirectlyonto leafy reserveenhancingprivacyandoutlook,andofferingadesirable coastal lifestylewhere thelivingiseasy…

Spend your weekendsboatingand fishingontheNoosaRiver, swimminginthe oceanatLagunaBay,orhikingthroughNoosaNational Parkandthenreturnhome foranafternoonBBQpoolsidefollowed by agameofbackyard cricket orfootyand letthegoodtimes roll.

Witha well-designed floorplanfacilitatingexcellentseparationandfunctionality, alongwithallthemodern comfortsand extrasthatadd valueandappeal;thistruly istheperfectfamilyhomein everysense.

A 5 B 3 C 2 D

Auction Friday24April1.00pm

View

Sat11.15am -11.45am Wed11.30am -12.00pm

Agent

EricaNewton 0410603519

erica@offermann.com.au

Stepintoa worldbeyondtheordinary,theheightof elegance andtheserenityoflivingin aslice ofparadise -a house-sizedapartmentin aprizedlocation. Expectunmissablegoodtimes,somewhatcosseted by Nature,albeitthescintillatingnaturereserve spilling outbeforeyour eyesandlooking overthepool.Also rememberitisonly a4-minutestroll to ajetty onNoosa Sound,andwithin walkingdistancetoNoosaMain

Beach.Admirethecurvaceous fluted wallsofthefoyer andhallway,theemphasison capaciousness, relentless commitment to designsupremacy,howsunshine shadowdances overtheItalianporcelaintiles,andlots ofentertainingoptions to enjoywhateverthe reasonor season -indoorsoroutwherenature rulesasthelocal birdlifetrillchorusesofdelight.

Price $4.15M

View

Saturday 9.00am-9.30am

Agent

RebekahOffermann 0413044241 rebekah@offermann.com.au

15 NATURALIS TP LACE , DOONAN

Immerse yourselfinnature, awaken to birdsong, savourthearomaticscentsofnative floweringshrubs, andembraceladolcevitaeverysingledaywiththe purchaseofthisultra-elegantQueenslandertucked away in awhisper-quietcul-de-sacinDoonan,arguably theNoosaHinterland’smostdesirablesuburb.

Arecent Yourtownprizehomethe residence isbeing soldfullyfurnished;turnkeyreadytomovestraight

intoandliveyourverybest life,whetherlazingbythe heatedsaltwaterpool,hostingmorningteainthe sunroom, keeping cosy and warminwinter by the fireplace,orpicnicking by thedam,thereissomuch to savour.Yourpeaceful,private,NoosaHinterland lifestylesanctuary awaits,anditistrulymagnificent!

Price ContactAgent View Saturday 1.00pm -1.30pm

Agent EricaNewton 0410603519 erica@offermann.com.au

346 LAKE CO OROIBAHROAD , CO OROIBAH

If you’veeverhadthedesireforanescapetothe countryandembracegentlesmallacreageliving withoutisolation,theLakehouseis100%private with fullyusablelandyet ameretenminutesfromcafé centralonNoosaRiver’sGympie Terrace.Melding infusionsofrusticcharmwith contemporarydesign and comforts,itistrulygoing to makeyourheartsing! Comeinside.Note thecustomised fixturesand fittings

thatenhanceits warmthandcharacter,suchaswhitebrightseriouslyhighraked ceilingsandbeams,VJ panelled walls, woodburning fireplaceinthelounge, expansivedining,andlivingspacewhich flowstoa terracewiththefeelsofanoutdoor room.Additional terracesabuttheglisteningpoolandspa, connectingto andenhancingthespectacularlocation.

Auction

Saturday 8May 11.00am

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Saturday &Tuesday 12.00pm- 12.30pm

Agent

PeterTeWhata 0423972034 peter@offermann.com.au

6106/5MORWO NGDRIV E, NOOSAHEADS

Take theplungewithlavidalocaandthelightand languidechoesofanendlesssummermereminutes to Noosa MainBeach,andworld-famousNoosaNational Park.Pictureasparklingprivate andvirtuallynew 2-leveloasiswithfrontrow seats,seeminglyperched atopthesub-tropical rainforestcanopywherekoalas callhomeandthechorusofnativebirdlifeis asheer delight. Araregemlikenootherintheacclaimed

PeppersNoosaResort,itboastsaromanticpalette of colour,naturaltimberand stone,customfurnishings throughout,lavishbathroomsandthekitchen,which putsentertainingfrontand centre inthe expansive livingareas.Note thealmostinvisiblelinebetween indoorsandouttothe roomyterracewithwide overhangsand awningsofferingshade,andalfresco entertainingisatitsbest.

Auction

Saturday 2May 11.00am

View Friday1.00pm- 1.30pm

Agent ChrisMiller 0412894542 chris@offermann.com.au

24 AMAROOPL ACE, CO OROIBAH

ImaginesomewherebetweentheseasprayofNoosa

MainBeach15-minutes away,andthealmost lost-world traditionof asafe,secureunrivalledlifestyle,where it’s possible to lose yourselfcompletely.

Experiencethe exhilarationof ravishingaptlynamed Amaroo, exclusivelygatedwithabsolute pristine surroundsmorphingacross two easy hectaresand north-facing to anaturereserveconnectedtoLake

Cooroibah.

Stretchingalmostthewidthonthenorthsideismore thanjustanundercoverterrace. Totallyenclosedwith theultimateslide-awayinsectscreenisthe expansive outdoorroom,foralfrescolounginganddining. Besideit,thepiecederesistanceisthepavilionwith 10mheatedpool,the ceilingabove open-to-theelements,albeitscreened,suggestingsinginginthe rain!

Auction

Saturday 18April2.00pm View

Saturday &Wednesday 11.00am -11.30am

Agent

PeterTeWhata 0423972034 peter@offermann.com.au

33/5 QUAM bY PlACe , NOOSAHEADS

Lookingforlove at first sightandholidaysbeyondjoy? It’sallhere!

Marvelattheawe-inspiringviewofbobbingboats atthe exclusiveeight-berthmarinaoranchoredin theluminousturquoiseestuarywhich extends,then sweepsnorth-easterlyalongthe PalmfringedNoosa River.

Ineffectitisafew fishing rods away acrossan expansivepalmfringedlawnareatothe water’s edge. Easyto besmittentoo by the resort’s305mof iridescentwhitesand.

Auction Saturday 11April1.00pm View Friday4.00pm -4.30pm& Saturday 12.30pm

Agent Luke Chen 0417600840 luke@offermann.com.au

50 TINgIRACReSCeNT , SUNRISEBEACH

Isthisdazzlingdiamond,perfectlypoisedononeofthe widestsitesintheabsolutefront rowofSunriseBeach, with180°viewswhicharenevercompromised,from LionsHeadintheNoosaNational Park to thenorth, south to Point Cartwright,and amere1-minutetotoesin-the-squeakywhitesand,theultimate prize?Insidebe overwhelmedhowtheluminousqualityoftheocean ismatchedbytheinteriorasfreshand exhilaratingas

anearlymorningswim.It’svivacious,effortlessly cool yetquintessentiallymid-centurymodernastomorrow. Voluminousdoubleheightspaces, wallsofmassive panesanddisappearingdoors,endlesstravertine, allformingtheheartoftheresidence andmimicked alfresco.Enough to makeyousigh!

Auction

Saturday 11April12.00pm

View Saturday 11.30am

Agent RebekahOffermann 0413044241 rebekah@offermann.com.au

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ENVIABLE LIFESTYLE & CONTEMPORARY DESIGN

THERE is much to love about a residence that captures and combines the spirit and green surrounds of the exclusive estate with a prestigious avenue-style address, complemented by an ingenious statement of design.

The striking façade uses a raw palette of materials, and an imposing statement door opens to a raked foyer and expansive hallway revealing lofty ceilings, with clerestory windows allowing sunlight to drench the neutral tones throughout.

Look ahead and note the sense of space. On the right is a media, fourth bedroom or lounge if you prefer, while further along light-filled over-sized living and dining spaces, thanks to a northerly aspect, also louvres and banks of sliding glass doors, provide a seamless indoor/ outdoor connectivity to the undercover alfresco terrace. Surrounded by sub-tropical gardens, it is a wonderful area for year-round entertaining big families and many friends.

Needless to say, the long galley-style kitchen with stone waterfall benchtop, walk-in storageaplenty pantry & also Bosch appliances, is commensurate to the needs of any culinary whizz.

The carpeted master bedroom suite has a garden outlook, is conveniently located at the back of the residence, has a massive walk-in robe to suit any fashionista, plus walk-in shower and double vanity basins, in the capacious ensuite.

In the west wing, two bedrooms with built-in robes and a share family-size bathroom, could be the domain of teenagers.

Additional spaces include a laundry and powder room.

“The stand-out yet serene Estate has a strong connection to nature,” comments Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Peter Te Whata “There are walking trails and bike tracks along Lake Weyba, also through the Noosa National Park with its plethora of flora and fauna. More inclined to serious workouts? A resident’s only private recreational facility has two tennis courts, two solar-heated swimming pools, gym and changing rooms.

“This residence is perfect for tree-changers as a championship golf course is in the ‘hood’, sea-changers as Noosa Main Beach and Sunshine Beach are close, also those who travel frequently and want to lock-up-and-leave without worrying.

“This residence designed for a family to nurture and relish is in a highly desirable neighbourhood with a Noosa Heads’ postcode.” Facts & Features:

• Land Area: 569m2

• House Area: 234m2

• External Area: 36m2

• About: high light filled raked entry foyer 4.1m - 3.8m in height with clerestory windows; remaining ceilings 2.7m; floor tiles; aircon/ fans; extra-large garage & garden shed

• Kitchen: galley-style; stone benchtops, cabinetry doors wood look laminate/ 2pac; walk-in

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pantry ; dishwasher; Bosch Appliances

• Exterior: north-facing alfresco area 3.5m x 9.2m – length of living/dining space; established easy care gardens incl front yard.

• About Elysium Noosa: walk & bike tracks along Lake Weyba, through part of Noosa

National Park; close to Noosa Springs’ championship golf course & clubhouse; resident’s only private recreational facility with 2 tennis courts, 2 solar-heated swimming pools, gym & changing rooms

• Location: short drive to numerous public &

private schools, shopping centres, essential services, restaurants/cafes/bars, Aquatic Centre & sporting fields, Hastings Street, Noosa National Park main entrance + Noosa Main Beach; close to transport links & doggy park

Address: 21 Smoke Bush Drive, NOOSA HEADS Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: $1.795M Inspect: Saturday 11 April, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Contact: Peter Tewhata, 0423 972 034, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

ULTIMATE STANDARD IN BEACHSIDE LIVING

SETTING a new standard in beachside sophistication, Amara is a boutique collection of light-filled, single-level apartments with elevators, perfectly positioned on a premium 2606 m² north-east facing corner parcel. Just 350 metres from patrolled swimming, each residence combines effortless coastal living with refined design, capturing the essence of sun-drenched elegance and serene beachfront lifestyle.

A collaboration between nationally acclaimed building designer Chris Clout and award-winning Damien Davidson Builders; Amara is an aesthetically striking masterpiece combining flowing forms, gentle curves, natural materials, height and light. Offering an aspirational lifestyle with a level walk to the beach, Amara will firmly establish itself as a stunning landmark development in this bluechip pocket of Peregian Beach.

With only eight individual residences across four buildings each benefiting from seamless integration of interior and alfresco space, lift access, cooling sea breezes, coastal views, an atrium-style internal garden, expansive terraces with built-in outdoor kitchens; the design is flawless, the interiors are elegant, and each residence makes its own statement.

This development also offers secure subterranean dual car parking with lift access to each level and apartment, as well as huge designated storage room each. It has been carefully curated to provide everything you need for an ideal downsizing opportunity or the ultimate, sublime weekend escape.

The ground floor apartments each boast an exclusive sun-drenched inground pool and garden; and the first-floor apartments each have two separate terraces, with the premier suite flowing out to its own private terrace. The floor plans have been exquisitely crafted to complement the Queensland lifestyle and climate, with inside/outside flow so integrated there is a calming, palpable sense of floating from one zone to the other.

Exquisite fixtures and bespoke finishes define this residence, where Miele appliances and an integrated fridge/freezer meet blonde oak timber doors, honed marble benches and splashbacks, and brushed nickel tapware. A commanding fireplace framed by a stone feature wall, thoughtfully designed custom lighting, and fully integrated home automationincluding sound and security-create an environment of effortless sophistication. A soft, refined colour palette imbues timeless elegance, harmoniously reflecting the natural surrounds and enhancing the home’s serene, elevated ambience.

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Lounge around by the pool soaking up the fresh salty sea-air in the warmer months, toast the good life by the fire in the cooler months, host a barbecue with your loved ones after a morning at the beach; and indulge in a coveted beachside lifestyle all year around across all seasons and all-weather conditions.

“This is Peregian Beach’s most exciting opportunity for 2026, and with only eight in the complex, in such a coveted beachside location just footsteps to the sand and a pleasant walk to the vibrant village square so close to home, the location could not be more convenient or sought-after,” said Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Tracy Russell, proudly marketing Amara to prestige beachside buyers.

“This is a development that combines effortless easy-care lock-and-leave living with world-class sophistication and panache, that truly more than holds its own in the ultradesirable Noosa beachside market.”

With these apartments coming out of the ground quickly, you’re invited to inspect the finishes firsthand and feel the difference.

Address: 66 Peregian Esplanade, PEREGIAN BEACH

Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Inspection: By appointment

Price: From $4.85M Contact: Tracy Russell 0413 319 879, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

DESIGNER COASTAL LIVING WITH SPACE

COMMANDING a substantial 738m² corner parcel in a peaceful, family-friendly pocket of Peregian Springs, this impeccably renovated and extended dual-level residence delivers a sophisticated lifestyle of scale, privacy and contemporary luxury.

Beautifully transformed throughout, the fivebedroom, four-bathroom home is defined by warm timber finishes, clean architectural lines and a refined contemporary palette. Beyond the grand double-door entry, soaring ceilings, abundant natural light and a beautifully layered selection of textures and tones create an immediate sense of quality and space. At the heart of the home, an expansive open-plan living and dining domain is anchored by a statement kitchen featuring a stone island with breakfast seating, pendant lighting, sleek downlights and a well-appointed butler’s pantry, allowing the main kitchen to remain effortlessly streamlined and beautifully minimal.

Full-height sliding glass doors, complemented by remote blinds, create a seamless connection to the outdoors, where a covered alfresco terrace, manicured lawns and a sparkling in-ground pool combine to deliver an exceptional setting for entertaining, relaxed family living and year-round enjoyment.

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A striking staircase with glass balustrade leads to the upper level, where the master suite is designed as a true parents’ retreat. Generous in scale, the bedroom opens to a large private balcony capturing tranquil leafy vistas and elevated views across the pool. A spacious walk-in robe and a luxurious ensuite featuring a double vanity, backlit arched mirrors, frameless glass shower and freestanding bath complete the suite with a distinct resort-inspired feel. This level also includes two oversized bedrooms, family bathroom and a separate retreat-style living area, a great zone for children or teenagers.

On the lower level, a bedroom suite with walk-in robe and private ensuite opens to the outdoor area,

Address: 1 Crestview Drive, PEREGIAN SPRINGS Description: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 garage

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

making it an excellent space for guests or extended family. An additional bedroom on this level offers flexibility as a home office or study.

Additional appointments include zoned ducted air-conditioning with separate upstairs and downstairs systems, app-controlled room zoning, a separate laundry and a double lock-up garage with internal access. Facing a leafy nature reserve, the home enjoys a wonderful sense of privacy and a serene green outlook. The fully fenced grounds provide a secure environment for children and pets to enjoy both the front and rear yards, while the prized corner position further enhances the feeling of space and separation. A 5-minute drive away is Peregian Springs Shopping Centre with Coles, a pharmacy, gym and cafes. An 8-minute drive

connects you to the patrolled swimming beaches of Peregian Beach and vibrant Peregian Village, home to IGA, boutique shopping, cafes and restaurants. Noosa, Eumundi Markets, and the Sunshine Coast Airport are 20 minutes away, making it easy to embrace the very best this region has to offer. Celebrated for its relaxed ambience and strong sense of community, Peregian Springs continues to attract those seeking an easy coastal lifestyle. With every detail already completed to an exceptional standard, this is a turn-key residence of elegance, comfort and enduring family appeal.

Property Features

• Renovated designer home on a 738m² corner block

• Five bedrooms, four bathrooms, multiple living zones

• Large kitchen with butler’s pantry

• Luxurious master retreat with balcony and ensuite

• Seamless alfresco entertaining and in-ground pool

• Zoned ducted air-conditioning, electric blinds and fans

• Peaceful reserve backdrop with fully fenced grounds

• Close to shops, schools, beaches and Noosa

Price: Offers Over $1.89Million Inspect: Contact Agent

Dual Key Apartment Overlooking Hastings Street

Hotel Laguna is a boutique complex in a unique riverfront location offering direct access to Noosa’s main beach and all the café’s, shopping and fine dining options Hastings Street has to offer. Apartment 206-207 is a recently renovated large dual key apartment with north facing views over Hastings Street.

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UNBEATABLE BEACHSIDE VALUE

PEREGIAN Beach is one of the most desirable seaside suburbs in the Noosa Shire with picture perfect sandy beaches, turquois waters and a strong sense of community.

Homes here can be held for a lifetime and with less homes coming to market each year, this is your chance to own a slice of paradise.

The original beach house has been redesigned and reimagined with quality construction and workmanship from well renowned builder Jaicon Constructions.

Positioned high on the dune on a private slip road, the ocean and hinterland views from this home are absolutely spectacular, with views to be enjoyed from each room on the upper level. From magnificent sunrises over the ocean, dreamy hinterland sunsets from the expansive upper deck and taking in views of the National Park and capturing the layers of hinterland mountain ranges from Mount Ninderry to Mount Tinbeerwah. These stunning natural backdrops will play a part in everyday life, whether you are lounging in your living area or enjoying long lunches with friends and family on the deck.

The proximity and convenience of this location is hard to beat with the Peregian Beach Village, the foreshore park and the patrolled beach all within a few minutes walk from your doorstep. You will now be able to have a morning swim or surf, get your favourite takeaway coffee or pop into IGA for groceries, without picking up the car keys. Peregian Beach Village is extremely popular with its boutique shops, great choice of cafes and constantly evolving restaurant selection. Like the surrounding residential landscape, the Village is modernising with significant investment and an enriched community feel, which so many people find attractive and want to be a part of.

The convenience of this location also makes the home incredibly attractive for holiday guests, so if you are looking to generate a passive income, then the rare dual key layout of this home will allow you to enjoy your own home, whilst offering a separate self-contained apartment for guests. This layout will also be popular for those with extended family living under one roof, which is a growing trend in today’s market.

This home ticks a lot of boxes for those looking for the ultimate beachside lifestyle, so

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be quick to book in a private inspection and be one step closer to owning a slice of Peregian Beach.

Address: 202 David Low Way, PEREGIAN BEACH Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 garage Price: By Negotiation Inspect: Contact Agent

Contact: Jonathan Tomasini 0401 807 697, CENTURY21 CONOLLY HAY GROUP

A north-facing white sandy beach, with a clean river system, a connection to everything Hastings St has to offer and surrounded by national parks; property in Little Cove is naturally finite. With fewer than 200 residences and only a handful of stand-alone homes, finished products here are hard to find. From either entrance at 11 Little Cove Road, you can walk to the surf, explore the national park trails, or stroll along the boardwalk to Hastings Street's restaurants and boutiques. All within a few hundred metres of your own private oasis.

Number 11 Little Cove Road has been masterfully designed by Chris Clout and proudly built by Damian Davidson Builders. The home combines strong, market-led design with a relaxed coastal feel; the finished product has a similar level of privacy, position and peace as a high-end boutique hotel.

The main living area faces north and east, capturing sea breezes, filtered light and year-round sunshine. A sculptural stone fireplace anchors the space, while native timber and natural stone add warmth and connection to the environment. Outside, a covered alfresco terrace with an outdoor kitchen is an extension of the interiors, seamlessly connecting the space with stacker doors and retractable screens. The kitchen is designed for entertaining, with natural stone benchtops, integrated appliances, dual dishwashers, pyrolytic and combi ovens, Pitt gas burners, and a Zip Hydrotap, with a butler's pantry to continue the clean design and practical layout.

Oliver O'Reilly 0429 827 224

0422 719 041

2–3

15MalleeClose

Doonan

Bed 3 Bath 3 Car 2

Auction24Aprat10amOnsite

Land 1.51acre

View Sat9am, Weds4:30pm

HenryReynolds 0431001083

henry@hinternoosa.com.au

0754477000,30MapleStreet, Cooroy 0754491186,777EumundiNoosaRd,Doonan POBox244 CooroyQLD4563 hinternoosa.com.au

CreeksideCharacterAcreage

•1.5acreusableacreage

•Charactertimberhome,builtearly1990s

•Scenic Wrap-aroundverandah

•Rarenaturalcreekalongrearboundary

•Threebeds,masterwithensuite,WIR

•Largeunder-housegarage, workshop

•Renovationpotential,room forpool

•Minutes to Noosa,Eumundi

MORE THAN 10 ACRES

OFFERED to the market for the first time in over 30 years, “Moorooka” is a rare and tightly held offering on Dath Henderson Road, Tinbeerwah. Widely regarded as one of the most significant landholdings to come to market in the area in years, this is an opportunity that speaks to those who understand just how seldom properties like this become available.

Set across more than 10 acres of level, highly usable land with established organic areas, there is an immediate sense of space, calm, and quiet here. It is the kind of setting that feels removed from the pace of everyday life, where the land opens up around you and the surroundings feel settled, established, and enduring, yet Noosa remains just minutes away.

The home is generous in scale and practical in design, offering five bedrooms, three bathrooms, a dedicated office, and multiple living areas. Well maintained and comfortable, it provides a welcoming base for family living, with a layout that has clearly supported many years of use and enjoyment.

Outdoors, the property unfolds into wide, open

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acreage that invites a simpler way of living. Whether it is horses, hobby farming, or simply having the space to move and breathe, the land offers a freedom that is becoming increasingly rare. An inground resort style pool with cabana creates an easy outdoor entertaining area to gather, while established trees frame the property and add to its sense of privacy and permanence. Infrastructure is well established, with multiple sheds providing practical storage and workspace, along with a creek, and bore water supporting the land. Positioned in one of Noosa’s most sought-after hinterland locations, this is a property defined by its landholding, its setting, and the lifestyle it offers.

Address: 239 Dath Henderson Road, TINBEERWAH Inspect: Contact agent

Auction: 18 April at 12:00pm On site Description: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 10 garage

Contact: Caroline Johnston 0409 953 311 and Sian Preston 0422 675 057, HINTERNOOSA

0754477000,30MapleStreet,CooroyQLD

Address 235BlackMountainRange

RoadBlackMountain

Bed 3 Bath 2 Car 2

Auction17thAprilat11amOnsite

Land 7.25ha

View Sat10-10:45, Wed12-12:30pm

•CharacterHomePlusCabin

•Privacy,setwellbackfromtheroad

•Spaciousandcharmingmid90’shome

•Two hugebedrooms,onebathinmainhome

•Cabinisonebedsitterwithbathroom

•Pumpondam connects to tanknearshed

•Peacefulwithviews to Mt Cooroora

JeanetteCatalano 0422923851

jeanette@hinternoosa.com.au

Mario Catalano 0400613879 mario@hinternoosa.com.au

For 25 years, Noosa Country Style has celebrated the people, homes and lifestyle of the Noosa Hinterland - capturing what makes this region so special.

As we mark this milestone, we also celebrate 36 years of Hinternoosa — a journey built on community, connection and a genuine love for hinterland living.

From changing markets to evolving lifestyles, one thing has never changed: a people-first approach and a passion for helping others find their place to call home.

Luxury, Privacy & Family Living

109 Watergum Drive, Pie Creek | $1,800,000

This striking home offers outstanding street appeal with its modern timber and rendered façade, high-end finishes and family-friendly design. Inside, you’ll find a spacious light-filled layout with high ceilings, feature windows, granite waterfall benchtops, gas fireplace, & a stylish butler’s pantry.

The dining area opens to a covered alfresco with built-in BBQ, ceiling fan and peaceful views over neighbouring farmland, creating the perfect space to relax or entertain. The master suite is privately positioned with scenic outlook, large walk-in robe and ensuite with double shower and full-sized bath. A second bedroom also features its own ensuite, ideal for guests or extended family, while all bedrooms include air conditioning, ceiling fans, built-in robes and quality carpet.

A separate media room, tucked behind stylish barn doors, provides the perfect space for movie nights or a dedicated gaming zone. Fully air conditioned, this versatile room offers comfort and privacy, making it an ideal retreat for both relaxation and entertainment.

4 3 2 | 4,782m2

Outside, the fully fenced and dog-proof yard offers room for children and pets, with a drivethrough shed providing rear yard access. Complete with four 5,000-gallon water tanks, this is a beautiful home that combines luxury, privacy and practical family living in a peaceful rural setting.

Features -

• 4doublebedroomswithaircon&fans

• 2ensuites

• 3bathrooms

• Chefsgalleykitchen

• Butlerspantry

• Marblefireplace

• Media/gamingroom

PROPERTY GROUP Call Helene Haack on 0417 184 884 to inspect.

• Officenook

• Shed&garage

• Architecturallydesigned

• Rearentertainmentarea withbuiltinbbq&fan

• Ruralviewsoverneighbouringfarm

• Privacy

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CAPTURING THE HEART WITH CHARM

WELCOME to 17 Duke Street, Sunshine Beach — a property that captures the heart as much as it commands attention.

Framed by a magnificent old mango tree at the entry, there’s an immediate sense of charm and nostalgia as you arrive. Set on a generous 611m² parcel with a lush, elevated outlook, this is a rare offering in one of Sunshine Beach’s most tightly held and sought-after streets.

Just a flat 550m (approx.) walk to the golden sands of patrolled Sunshine Beach, surf club, Noosa National Park trails and the vibrant village cafes, the location delivers the very best of beachside living - walkable, carefree and beautifully relaxed, with everything you love just moments from your door.

One of the earliest solid block homes in Sunshine Beach, this beach cottage is among the last of its kind on Duke Street, holding its history, character, and enduring strength from long-term family ownership.

Privately positioned and fully fenced, the home is ideally positioned on the block, offering exciting value-add potential and ample space for a pool at the front. A generous deck stretches the full width of the home, capturing cooling

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sea breezes and a lovely north-easterly outlook across lush greener - perfect for unhurried mornings with coffee, long lunches with friends, and easy evenings filled with birdsong and saltkissed air.

Inside, warmth and character are immediately apparent, with a charming timber kitchen featuring original bamboo benchtops that complement the relaxed coastal aesthetic. Soaring raked ceilings create an impressive

sense of volume and light, while the loft-style bedrooms upstairs offer a peaceful, retreat-like feel. The bedrooms open onto a private rear deck nestled in the tree canopy, offering a peaceful outdoor retreat.

Whether you’re looking to restore a classic beach house, secure a prime investment, or develop on this medium-density zoned site, this is an opportunity not to be missed. Properties of this calibre, in central Sunshine Beach, are

increasingly rare and offer significant potential for value-add or redevelopment.

Imagine living moments from world-class surf breaks, scenic coastal walks stretching 15 kilometres, and sunsets that remind you daily why Sunshine Beach is one of Queensland’s most treasured coastal communities.

Contact our Sales Team to arrange your inspection and experience the magic of 17 Duke Street for yourself.

Address: 17 Duke Street, SUNSHINE BEACH Description: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 garage Price: Onsite Saturday 11th April 2pm Inspect: Contact Agent

Contact: Caitlyn McConnell 0417 637 697 & Tania Wood 0448 786 489, SUNSHINE BEACH REAL ESTATE

17DUKESTREET

SUNSHINEBEACH

AuctionthisSaturday -CharmingCottageonLeafyPrivateBlock

•611m²medium-densitylandincentralSunshineBeach

•Solidblockoriginalcottagewithrakedceilings

•Northeasterlyaspect,fullyfenced

•Loftbedroomswithreardeckinthetreecanopy

•Shortwalktovillage,cafes,surfclub &patrolledbeach

•Valueaddpotential,spaceforpool,orredevelop!

AUCTION

Sat11thApr 2pmonsite

INSPECT Fri10Apr 12 -12.45pm Sat11Apr 1.15 -2pm A 2 B 1 C 1

AGENT

CaitlynMcConnell M:0417637697

Tania Wood M:0448786489

SUNSHINEBEACHREALESTATE

3/33ELANDASTREET

SUNSHINEBEACH

A

2 B 2 C 1 E

ExclusiveCoastalLivingat‘TriesteonSunshine’

•Expansiveground floorapartment

•Openplanlivingwithnorth-eastfacingterrace

•Securebasementparkingfor 1vehiclewithlargestorageroom

•Muchadmiredandwellmaintained‘Trieste’;securecomplex

•Sun-drenchedmagnesiumpool,lushgardens,liftaccess, securityintercom

•Centrallocation -minuteswalktovillage,surfclubandbeach

FORSALE

OffersOver $1.6m

INSPECT Sat11thApr 10 -10.45am

AGENT

CaitlynMcConnell M:0417637697

Tania Wood M:0448786489

6/4RAYSTREET

SUNSHINEBEACH

A 2 B 1 C 1

E

Elevation, Views &Opportunity!

•Top-floorapartmentin asmallsix-unitcomplex

•OceanviewstoPointArkwright

•Immaculateoriginalcondition –moveinstraightaway

•Communalpool,lowbodycorporatelevies

•Lock-upgaragepluslargesecurestorageroom

•Excellentvalue-addpotentialforrenovationormodernisation

FORSALE

OffersOver $995,000

INSPECT

Sat11thApr 11 -11.45am

AGENT

CaitlynMcConnell M:0417637697

OPENHOMES

Noosaville

Saturday11thApril

1.15PM -1.45PM 2MangoLane 323 BY NEGOTIATION Prestige PropertyGroupNoosa0415558656

10.00AM -10.30AM2/43BluefinCourt3 22 Interest From$1,800,000NoosaEstateAgents0407 147521 10.00AM -10.30AM 15 RedgumCt 422 $2,195,000 Richardson &WrenchNoosa54474499

10.00AM -10.30AM63/28MunnaCrescent 211 $1,195,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0418980247 10.00AM -10.30AM3/235GympieTerrace 321 $2,425,000TomOffermann RealEstate0412894542

11.00AM -11.30AM24AmarooPlace 442 Auction

12.00PM -12.30PM346LakeCooroibahRoad 432

12.00PM -12.30PM346LakeCooroibah Road 432 Auction

RealEstate0423972034

12.00PM -12.30PM9404/5MorwongDrive 111 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0412894542

1.00PM-1.30PM6106/5MorwongDrive 332 Auction

4.00PM -4.30PM33/5QuambyPlace 221 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0417600 840 Saturday11thApril

9.00AM -9.30AM 1LakeEdgeDrive 32.5 2FOR SALE Prestige PropertyGroupNoosa0415558656

9.00AM -9.30AM4/16SerenityClose3 22 $4,150,000TomOffermann RealEstate0413044241

9.45AM -10.15AM2524/21LakeviewRise 32.5 2BYNEGOTIATION Prestige PropertyGroupNoosa0415558656

10.00AM -10.30AM 10/30EdgarBennettAv3 32 ContactAgentLaguna RealEstate0434236110

10.00AM -10.30AM 154/61NoosaSpringsDr 322 $1.95M JoeLangley RealEstate0419883499

10.00AM -10.30AM21Smoke BushDrive3 22 $1,795,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0423972034

10.30AM -11.00AM713/61NoosaSpringsDrive 43.5 3$4.6-$4.7M Prestige PropertyGroupNoosa0415558656

11.00AM -11.30AM515/61NoosaSpringsDrive 442 $6,250,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0418714 653

11.00AM -11.30AM314/61NoosaSpringsDr 332 $2.8m JoeLangley RealEstate0419883499

11.00AM -11.30AM27HoneyMyrtleRd 422 $2,450,000 Laguna RealEstate0434236 110 11.15AM -11.45AM 135/61NoosaSpringsDrive 33 2.5$2.75-$2.8M Prestige PropertyGroupNoosa0415558656

11.30AM -12.00PM25SleepyHollowDr 531 $2.2MillionRichardson &Wrench Noosa54474499

12.00PM -12.30PM 2SmokeBushDrive 434

4.00PM -4.30PM 4AttenuattaPl 434OffersOver$2,795,000 ConsideredLaguna RealEstate0419332973

10.00AM -10.30AM3302/57HoffmanDr 211 Offers Above$930,000NoosaEstateAgents0418332247 10.30AM -11.00AM 16 AsperaPlace 432 $3.85MillionRichardson &WrenchNoosa54474499 10.30AM -11.00AM 4AttenuattaPl 434Offers Over$2,795,000ConsideredLaguna RealEstate0419332973 11.00AM -11.30AM36/5QuambyPlace 221 AuctionLaguna RealEstate0421283951 11.00AM -11.30AM 7HazelwoodCourt3 32 $1.85MillionRichardson &WrenchNoosa54474499 11.00AM -12.00PM 7CorinthiaCourt3 22 P.O.A.Base Realtors 0412206563 11.00AM -11.30AM 13 WandooCourt5 22 $1,690,000TomOffermann RealEstate0412894542 11.00AM -11.30AM3/229GympieTce 32+1+$4,150,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893 12.00PM -12.30PM3/8PortsideCourt3 2+1+AuctionLaguna RealEstate0407379893 12.00PM -12.30PM25 RoseAshCrescent 322 O/O$1,800,000ConsideredLaguna RealEstate0434236110 1.00PM -1.30PM1/9LakeWeybaDr 322 BuyerInterest$1,695,000NoosaEstateAgents0407 147521

Wednesday15thApril

11.00AM -11.30AM36/5QuambyPlace 221 AuctionLaguna RealEstate0434236 110 11.00AM -11.30AM3/229GympieTce 32+1+$4,150,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893 12.00PM -12.30PM3/8PortsideCourt3 2+1+AuctionLaguna RealEstate0407379893 1.00PM -1.30PM 4AttenuattaPl 434Offers Over$2,795,000ConsideredLaguna RealEstate0419332973

PeregianBeach

Saturday11thApril 1.00PM -1.30PM21 KestrelCrescent 444 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0413319

SunriseBeach

Saturday11thApril

SunshineBeach

Thursday9thApril

Friday10thApril

Saturday11thApril

-11.45AM6/4RayStreet

OPENHOMES

Tewantin

Friday10thApril

4.00PM -4.30PM 14 AdaStreet 324 $2,250,000Laguna RealEstate0438026300

Saturday11thApril

9.30AM -10.00AM40 ReadStreet 532 O/O$1,650,000 ConsideredLaguna RealEstate0411774 699

10.00AM -10.30AM27HiltonTce 43+2 $2,500,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893

10.00AM -10.30AM 12 palmgrove 323 O/O$1,250,000 Laguna RealEstate0411328488

11.00AM -11.30AM 14 AdaStreet 324 $2,250,000 Laguna RealEstate0438026300

11.00AM -11.30AM58HiltonTerrace 432 InterestEarly$3,000,000RangeNoosaEstateAgents0407 147521

12.00PM -12.30PM28CooroibahCr 422 $1,850,000 -$1,900,000Laguna RealEstate0411328488

12.00PM -12.30PM 13 HomesteadDr 322 BuyerInterest$1,600,000 NoosaEstateAgents0407 147521

Wednesday15thApril

10.00AM -10.30AM27HiltonTce 43+2 $2,500,000

-11.30AM 14

-11.00AM 3SmithsRoad

AuctionDiary

11.00AM -11.30AM235BlackMountain Range Road 213

2.00PM -2.30PM24AmarooPlace 442

11.00AM -11.30AM 171-187SunriseRd 421 AuctionNoosaEstateAgents0418332247 Wednesday15thApril

11.00AM -11.30AM 171-187SunriseRd 421 AuctionNoosaEstateAgents0418332247 NoosaHeads

1.00PM -1.30PM33/5QuambyPlace 221

Friday17thApril

1.00PM -1.30PM3/31 KatharinaStreet 211 AuctionMcLurePropertyGroup0400084975

Friday24thApril

12.00PM -12.30PM9404/5MorwongDrive 111 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0412894542

Saturday2ndMay

11.00AM -11.30AM6106/5MorwongDrive

-10.30AM36/5QuambyPlace

Breathtaking 10-acre (approx) lakefront estate in a tightly held pocket near Noosa. A striking near-new homestead with poolside entertaining sits at the heart of the property, framed by nature and absolute privacy. Two beautifully appointed self-contained residences add flexibility and income potential, while stables, a gym/studio, and expansive level grounds deliver the ultimate lifestyle escape. Direct access to Lake Weyba completes this rare offering-secluded,scenic,andjustminutestothecoast.

Offers over $6,500,000

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EXQUISITE PROPERTY REPRESENTING VALUE

JUST moments from the Noosa River and within easy walking distance of cafes, restaurants and local lifestyle amenities, this beautifully crafted residence delivers an exceptional blend of luxury, comfort and lowmaintenance living.

Positioned on a spacious yet easy-care allotment, the home has been thoughtfully designed with generous proportions and premium finishes throughout. The owners are committed to achieving a result and welcome genuine offers, presenting an outstanding opportunity to secure a new designer home in this highly sought-after Noosa location.

Inside, the home immediately impresses with burnished concrete flooring, soaring ceilings and an abundance of natural light. Warm Blackbutt timber floors and striking Brazilian natural stone surfaces create a sophisticated coastal aesthetic.

At the heart of the home, the stunning designer kitchen features integrated fridge and dishwasher, double ovens, induction cooktop, soft-close cabinetry and exquisite Brazilian natural stone benchtops and splashback – ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.

The flexible layout offers four generous bedrooms, including two elegant master suites with walk-in robes and private ensuites, complemented by a stylish main bathroom and convenient powder room.

HOME ESSENTIALS

Outside, a private resort-style setting awaits with a sparkling pool, landscaped gardens and a raised gazebo complete with BBQ and wine fridge – perfect for relaxed entertaining.

A superb opportunity to secure a quality-built home and enjoy the very best of the Noosa lifestyle.

KEY FEATURES:

• Prime Noosa Location – Moments from the Noosa River, cafes and restaurants

• 10 Minutes to Hastings Street and Main Beach

• Close to Public Transport for easy connectivity

• Near Local Library, schools, Noosa Marina, Golf Club, Sporting Facilities, Tewantin Village

• Designer Kitchen – Integrated appliances, double ovens, Brazilian natural stone benchtops

• Light-Filled Open Living with high ceilings and quality finishes

• Four Spacious Bedrooms including two luxurious ensuited master suites

• Resort-Style Pool and Landscaped Gardens, outdoor shower

• Entertainer’s Gazebo with BBQ, wine fridge

• Low-Maintenance Living with solar, ducted air-conditioning and secure gates

Address: 27 Hilton Terrace, TEWANTIN Description: 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: $2,500,000 Inspect:

Contact: Melanie Butcher, 0407 379 893, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

TIMELESS QUEENSLANDER WITH VIEWS

THIS classic Queenslander blends character with modern living in a flexible, well-designed layout.

Upstairs offers two bedrooms plus a generous office, with an ensuite to the main and a separate guest bathroom. The lounge and dining areas retain traditional charm, while the modern kitchen with gas cooktop and dishwasher flows to a spacious casual living zone and out to a large covered deck, capturing northern light, hinterland views and coastal glimpses to the east.

Downstairs adds valuable extra space, including a sitting room, guest bedroom, hobby room and a home gym area on the lower deck.

The high-set design provides excellent storage, workshop space, two car accommodation and hardstand for a caravan or boat or additional motor vehicle. There is also a 3kW solar system with inverter, rainwater tank and a bore.

HOME ESSENTIALS

Wide, covered verandas wrap the home, creating easy indoor-outdoor living and capturing cooling breezes and elevated views towards Peregian. Airconditioning provides year round comfort.

Set on a private, landscaped 4,268m² block, just minutes from Noosa, this is a quality Queenslander offering space, character and a relaxed hinterland lifestyle.

Features:

• Three bedrooms plus office, ensuite and guest bathroom

• Modern kitchen with 6-burner gas cooktop and dishwasher

• North-facing covered deck with views

• Original character features throughout

• 3kW solar system with inverter to adapt to battery backup

• Rainwater tank and bore water

Originally built in 1895 in Auchenflower and relocated to Tinbeerwah, the home has been thoughtfully restored, showcasing fretwork, VJ walls, polished hardwood floors, high ceilings, leadlight features and wrought iron balustrading.

• Workshop, storage and flexible under-house space

• Two spaces carport plus hardstand for caravan/boat, additional vehicles parking

Address: 3 Smiths Road, TINBEERWAH Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Auction: On Site Saturday 18th April at 11am Inspect: Saturday 10.00am-11.00am

Contact: Warren Evans: 0428 711 163, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

•Prime north-facing 2-bed, 2-bath apartmentwithstunningriverviews

•Noosa’s largest privatebeach-directaccess –perfect forfamilies

•Renovated resort poolareawith heatedlap pool,kids’ poolandspa

•Sauna,gym,pickleball court,guestlounge,BBQs,setintropicalgardens

•Private jettywithdirectNoosaRiveraccess forboating andkayaking

•FlatstrolltoHastingsStreet,MainBeachand NoosaNational Park

•Sameowner foralmost30years –tightlyheld, iconic,holiday location

•Excellent on-sitemanagementand strong investment potential

aUCTioN

anitaNichols 0434236110

CraigTaylor 0421283951

•North facing terrace, sweepingviews oftheriverandpromenade

•Prizedelevatoraccess to expansiveone levelapartment

•2 PacdesignerkitchenwithBoschappliancesforelegantentertaining

•Studynook,spa,powderroom,laundry, secure parkingplusstorage

•Stunning courtyardwitha 12.5m lappool,gazebo, BBQs

•Sound ratedthickglassslidingdoors;C-Bus wiring,vacuum system

•Seconds to anarrayofcafes,dining, boutiques, watersports

•Yourchoicetolivein, enjoyyourown holidaysorlet as apermanent rental

FoRsale

$4,150,000

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melanie Butcher 0407379893

mel@lagunarealestate.com.au