Noosa Today - 12th June 2026

More than 130 community members gathered at The J on Queensland Day to celebrate 61 outstanding volunteers whose dedication, generosity and community spirit help make Noosa such a special place to live.

Hosted by Independent MP Noosa Sandy Bolton the annual Noosa Electorate Queensland Day Awards recognise local volunteers who give their time, skills and expertise to support others and strengthen our community.

Representing a broad range of organisations and causes across the electorate, this year’s re-

cipients included volunteers from sporting clubs, environmental groups, community support organisations, cultural and heritage groups, animal welfare organisations and many others.

Guests were welcomed by a fantastic performance from the St Teresa’s Catholic College Stage Band before former Mayor Bob Abbott and local school captain Amelia Nevett took to the stage as Masters of Ceremonies, sharing the stories and achievements of this year’s recipients.

Since their inception, the Noosa Electorate Queensland Day Awards have recognised hun-

dreds of local volunteers whose efforts often go unseen, but whose impact is felt right across our community.

The awards are proudly presented by Sandy Bolton MP with sponsorship support from Cooroy RSL and Noosa Today.

Ms Bolton thanked recipients, their families and the many organisations that nominated volunteers this year for helping make the awards such a special occasion.

“These awards are always one of the highlights of the year because they provide an opportunity

to recognise the incredible people who quietly give so much of themselves for others,” Ms Bolton said.

“This year’s recipients alone have collectively contributed 679 years of volunteer service to our community, which is an extraordinary achievement and one that deserves to be celebrated.”

The Noosa MP said the awards were a reminder of the important role volunteers play in strengthening communities across Queensland.

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The recently released State of Volunteering in Queensland Report found volunteering contributes an estimated $117 billion in social and economic value across Queensland each year.

“Volunteers are the heart of our community. While reports can measure the economic value of volunteering, the real impact is seen in the lives improved, the communities strengthened and the countless hours people give simply because they care about others,” she said.

“There are so many deserving volunteers in our community, so please, if you know someone who donates their time and expertise for the good of our community, make sure to nominate them next year!” Ms Bolton said.

The 2026 Queensland Day Award recipients were: Jackie Andrews, Liam Anlezark, Karen Bailey, Andrea Baker, Sarah Bannister, Kristine Blurton, Felicia Brown, Jo Brown, Therase Burke, Joe Cirillo, Peter Chalmers, Lorraine Christie, Alexandra Clarke, Margaret Courtney, Owen Curtis, Claire Davidson, Robert Davies, John Deshon, Christopher Durie, Wendy Ellery, Damon Faint, Fran Gibson, Irene Gibbs, Robert Gibbs, Wendy Goldsmith, Kevin Graham, Lindsay James Hall, Ailsa Hoeben, Heather McCarthy, John (Jerry) Lewis, Celia Maloney, Roy Meese, Gail McBurney, Carly McGrath, Helen Moffit, Christine Myers, Shane Nelson, Lindsay Nowoselsky, Debbie Noyek, Julie Osbourne, Michael Phelan (Roxy), Lisa Pegg, Lorraine Prescott, Judy Pratt, Susan Punshon, James Rennie, Denise Richards, Paula Rivers, Michael Frederick Rose, Janice Rowlinson, Jo Shephard, Rod Solomons, John Spence Thomas, Ian Strong, Diana Thomson, Emma Tomlinson, Rossella Van Vugt, Kim WalkerBarnes, Jenny West and Veronica Whitter.

“As the Member for Noosa and a fellow resident, I could not be prouder of our Queensland Day Award recipients and our broader volunteering community,” said Ms Bolton. “You are the beating heart of our electorate, inspiring us all to do better and be better.”

Photos from the awards are available at www. sandybolton.com/qld-day-awards

PM’s talkfest in Noosa

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese welcomed New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, to Noosa on Saturday 6 June for their third Annual Leaders’ Meeting with collaboration between the two countries on issues including economics, trade, defence and foreign affairs uppermost in their discussions.

“Australia has no closer partner than New Zealand. We are family,” Prime Minister Albanese said. “We share values, we share history and we’re two of the world’s most integrated economies. And the meeting that we had beforehand as well with business leaders really highlighted that integration which is occurring.

“We spoke about practical ways in which we could further integrate our economies, have that seamless activity across the Tasman. And in addition to that, I think there’s a new element which is that we’re living in a world which is really volatile, where there is a great deal of turbulence and some of the old certainties that commanded global trade and global activity has disappeared. At a time like this, Australia and New Zealand working together is more important than ever. And there are also more opportunities than ever. Our engagement together as friends in the Pacific Island Forum, in ASEAN, at the sideline with our fastest growing regional world in human history just to our north, our participation in APEC, our engagement across so many global forums as well provides that real opportunity going forward.”

“Australia is New Zealand’s third largest trading partner and New Zealand is Australia’s seventh largest trading partner. In 2025, two way investment was valued at $308 billion dollars. In 2025, our two way trade in goods and services exceeded $38 billion dollars. This year as well, we celebrate 75 years of our Alliance under the ANZUS Treaty. The other thing we’ve spoken about today is our cooperation in defence, in foreign affairs, in international relations, that’s so important, both in terms of the interoperability of our defence forces, but also the benefits that we can get from our defence industry investments that both of us are making going forward. As founding members of the Pacific Islands Forum, we’re also working with our fellow Pacific leaders to support Pacific-led regional architecture. We discussed the lead up to the PIF meeting in Palau. We’ll participate of course in a pre-COP event as well in the region. And we’ll continue to engage in the Pacific to meet the challenges which are there, but also to seize the opportunities which are there.”

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said he’d enjoyed their time spent together and it was a pleasure to be in Queensland, a popular tourist destination for Kiwis.

“I’d like to think that the strong and close relationship we have is a small scale version actually of how our two countries relate. Our connection goes well beyond shared borders and history. It rests on a genuine warmth between our two countries. We are family, as we say, and I think this relationship is in the best shape it’s ever been. We have real work out there in the world to do together to remake the case for multilateralism rather than the multi-power world that seems to be emerging. We are moving definitely from a world of rules to power, from economics to security, and increasingly from efficiency into resilience. We have two fantastic countries that can do incredibly well out there in the world to-

gether by working together. We are sitting in a region as the biggest driver of growth in the world.

Two thirds of future global growth will come out of the Indo-Pacific region. Two thirds of the middle class will be sitting in this region. We have abundant natural resources, we have strong social and democratic institutions that, and values that many of the world aspire to. And most importantly, we have most incredible world class people and talent. So, despite the choppiness, despite the volatility, there’s no reason why we can’t do extremely well for ourselves.”

Mr Luxon reiterated Mr Albanese’s comments on the close working relationship between the countries, particularly in terms of defence, working with Pacific partners and the economies.

“There’s more that we think we can do together as we think about how we do more around

technology, building that resilience and driving more economic productivity and more economic growth,” he said.

“It’s a real pleasure just then to stand and actually see the signing of the next phase of the Trans-Tasman science collaboration related to the Synchrotron Agreement that reinforces New Zealand’s long-standing commitment to international science collaboration and shared research infrastructure with Australia. And it commits us to the next phase. And then finally our people to people connections are just another key strength in our bilateral relationship. And Australia of course is the largest source of visitors for us, with more than one and a half million Australians coming over and seeing and spending some time in New Zealand. And that is a genuine two-way exchange, as you know, with New Zealanders

coming to Australia and more broadly, a number of New Zealanders now calling Australia home.”

Mr Luxon said having met with the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games team he recognised the opportunity in the next decade to lift the profile of tourism and infrastructure and productivity in the broader Australia-New Zealand region.

“At its core, this is a relationship that is deeply integrated. It is highly practical and pragmatic,” he said.

“It’s focused on delivering outcomes for both of our countries and the priority for both of us is to continue to build on that strength, focusing on positioning Australia and New Zealand to make the most of the opportunities that we see out there together in the world, in spite of the volatility and the uncertainty.”

Former Commissioner recognised for years of service with AO award

Former Queensland Police Commissioner Stephan Gollschewski of Peregian Beach was recognised with an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) award in the 2026 Kings Birthday Honours List, following the end of a distinguished 46 year career.

Mr Gollschewski who was appointed as Queensland’s 21st Police Commissioner on 22 April 2024 received the award for distinguished service to law enforcement, to counter-terrorism activities and to the community.

His retirement from the force in February came after he decided it was time to focus on his family and health due to his ongoing treatment of a stage four cancer, diagnosed in 2025, coupled with the complexity of the role.

Mr Gollschewski said leading the QPS had been the greatest honour and privilege of his professional life, and he was proud of what had been accomplished.

“Policing is in my blood, having come from a police family and serving as a proud member of the QPS for more than 46 years,” he said.

“As Commissioner, my aim was to steer the organisation in a direction that empowered our people and strengthened our service for generations to come.”

Through major state-wide operations and pandemic, organisational reform, and disaster and emergency responses, Commissioner Gollschewski was praised at his retirement for leading the Service with strength, resilience and unwavering commitment.

“My dedication to making a difference to the lives of the frontline and the community has never wavered,” he said.

“When I look back on my career, my proudest moments were when I was a Detective Sergeant ( a role he held from 1998-2004) – helping victims in their darkest days and locking up crooks. I’ve always felt a strong connection to the frontline and doing everything I can to make their lives better.

“It has been a privilege to serve alongside such dedicated people, across our frontline, specialist commands and corporate areas, I have seen firsthand the strength of our values, the depth of our capability, and the care shown to communities,” Commissioner Gollschewski said.

“The blue family will always be a part of me. Not because of the uniform, but because of the people who stood beside me, challenged me, had my back and called me a friend.

“Partners from emergency service agencies, councils and volunteer organisations to the multicultural, advocacy and not-for-profits groups, and all layers of government – it has been a pleasure and privileged to support Queensland communities alongside you.”

Mr Gollschewski held many senior roles during his time in the Queensland Police Service including Commissioner from 2024-26.

Among his roles he was Deputy Commis-

sioner, Specialist Operations, 2013-2024, Special Coordinator for Police and Emergency Services Reform, 2022, State Disaster Coordinator, 20132023, Strategic (Gold) Commander, XXI Commonwealth Games, 2018, Deputy Commissioner, Strategy, Policy and Performance, 2013-2015 and Head, State Intelligence Group, Ethical Standards Command and State Crime Operations Command, 2004-2008. He also held positions as Queensland Police Representative, Australia-New Zealand Count-

er-Terrorism Committee and Visiting Fellow, Australian Institute of Police Management.

Mr Gollschewski was recognised with a raft of awards during his years in the police service.

These include the Australian Police Medal, 2010, National Emergency Medal, 2013 and 2020, National Police Service Medal, 2012, National Medal, 3rd Clasp, Prime Minister’s Awards for Public Sector Excellence, 2016, and 2017, Queensland Police Service Medal and Queensland Police Meritorious Service Medal.

New e-bike laws passed

By Steve Linnell

Noosa’s growing e-bike culture is set for a major shake-up, with the Queensland Government passing what it describes as nation-leading e-mobility laws aimed at curbing dangerous riding and illegal high-powered devices.

The new laws, which come into effect from 1 July, arrive just months after several schools across Noosa and the Sunshine Coast introduced restrictions or outright bans on student e-bikes, citing safety concerns and the increasing number of powerful, modified bikes being ridden by teenagers.

The local school measures sparked widespread community debate, with many parents supporting tighter controls while others argued e-bikes were an important transport option for students.

Now, the State Government is extending that crackdown statewide.

Under the new legislation, Queensland Police will have the power to seize and destroy illegal e-bikes and e-scooters, conduct random roadside breath tests on riders, and issue tougher penalties for dangerous behaviour.

From 1 July, e-bikes and e-scooters capable of travelling faster than 25km/h without rider input will be banned from public use, while riders will be required to slow to 12km/h in areas shared with pedestrians.

Fines will also increase for offences including speeding, riding without a helmet, carrying passengers illegally and using personal mobility devices on prohibited roads.

The reforms go even further from 31 August, when licensing requirements will be introduced for most riders. Teenagers aged 12 to 17 will still be permitted to ride under parental supervision, while exemptions will apply for people with medical conditions or disabilities.

Parents of children under 16 who ride illegally could also face accountability under the new laws.

The changes follow mounting concerns over the rapid growth of e-scooter and e-bike use across Queensland. Government figures show more than 6,000 e-scooter-related injuries were treated at emergency departments across 36 Queensland hospitals between 2022 and 2025.

Transport and Main Roads Minister Brent Mickelberg said the legislation responded to widespread calls from the community for stronger regulation.

“Our reforms are based on extensive community and expert consultation, and they strike the right balance between keeping Queenslanders safe from those doing the wrong thing, while backing those who do the right thing.”

Under the new rules, riders with a blood alcohol concentration above 0.05 could face onthe-spot fines exceeding $500 and maximum court penalties of almost $7,000.

While the legislation has attracted political debate in Parliament, many Noosa residents are likely to see it as the next step in an issue that has already reached the school gates, with local campuses acting ahead of the State to address concerns over the safety of increasingly powerful e-bikes being used by students.

Clinton Stanley of Cooroy has represented Australia in swimming seven times, holds 79 Downs Syndrome world records, has been inducted into the Sunshine Coast Sports Hall of Fame and can now add OAM to his name.

Clinton was named in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours List with a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for his service to people with disability through swimming.

Affectionately known as Cooroy’s super fish, Clinton began competitive swimming at the age of 17 and uses his skill in swimming in competition, and fundraising for various charities including Dementia Australia and The Starlight Foundation.

When told of his OAM Clinton was very humble.

“His eyes filled up with tears and he said I’m very proud,” said his mum, Sue, then he gave her a hug.

“It’s well deserved,” Sue said. “What he’s done is amazing.”

Clinton will mark the occasion with family in a double celebration on his 50th birthday on Sunday.

Clinton has a long list of achievements to his name.

He has been a member of Noosa Masters swim club since 2003 and since 2006 has been an active patrol member with the Sunshine Beach Surf Lifesavers. In 2013 he was an Australian of the Year Local Hero Queensland finalist and was a proud Australian Ambassador in 2015 and 2016.

Before becoming a voluntary lifesaver Clinton was a founding member for Scouts at the Nam-

bour Special School. He was a scout leader who helped the young Cubs for many years and is also a recipient of the Baden Powell Award, the highest award for scouting.

In October 2025 Clinton returned from representing Noosa Masters at the Australian Masters Games in Canberra with a raft of gold medals and having raised $6,600 for the championships fundraising recipient, Dementia Australia.

Sue said Clinton swam his heart out for his dad who has Alzheimer’s and is in care at Arcare Peregian Springs.

In an outstanding fundraising achievement in his second year participating in the Starlight Super Swim Challenge in 2023, Clinton swam 70km over the month of February and raised $7000.

“I am the lucky one, even though I have an intellectual disability I am fit and healthy and live my dream,” he told Noosa Today after the challenge.

In other charitable work he has fundraised for Down Syndrome Down Under Swimming Organisation from 2004-2012 and the Special Olympics Queensland from 1993-2002.

Among his many awards Clinton received the World Success Award, Sunshine Coast in 2005, Senior Sports Star Award, Special Olympics Queensland in 2003, the Australian Sports Medal in 2000 and the Sports Award for the most achieved Special Olympic Athlete in the sports of Swimming and Tennis, Sunshine Coast in 1997.

Clinton was a Queen’s Baton Runner for Commonwealth Games in 2006 and 2018, and was inducted into Sunshine Coast Sports Hall of Fame in 2013.

For the Down Syndrome Championships Clinton was Australian representative in the World Swimming Championships in 2004, 2006, 2008, 2010 and 2012 and the Invitational Swimming Championships in Taiwan in 2007. He also competed in the National Championships in 2013 and

National Swimming Championships 2011. Swimming for Noosa Masters Clinton was Australian representative in the British Masters Swimming Championships in 2003 and was a competitor at the Australian Masters Games, 2011, 2013 and 2025, Pan Pacific Masters Games Gold Coast, 2008, 2014 and 2018, State Masters Games Rockhampton, 2018, World Masters Games, 2017, World Masters Swimming Games, 2009 and Masters State and National Swimming Championships, 2008.

Clinton competed in the Special Olympics Australia in swimming as an Australian representative the International Games in 2001, a Queensland representative in the National Games 1994, 1998 and 2006 and as a Sunshine Coast region representative in the Queensland State Games in 1994, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2000 and 2001.

Not only a swimming competitor at the Special Olympics Australia Clinton competed in tennis as a Queensland representative in National Games 2002, Victorian State Games, 1999, New South Wales State Games, 1996, and a Sunshine Coast region representative at the Queensland State Games in 1997, 1998, 2000, 2001 and 2003. Clinton was also Sunshine Coast region representative in Ten Pin Bowling at the Queensland State Games in 2000 and 2004.

His other swimming competitions include the Noosa Triathlon (swim leg), 2022, Clinton’s “Challenge” , Police and Emergency Services Games, 2016, Noosa Triathlon for People with Disabilities, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2007 and Eyeline Ocean Swim, Noosa, 2007.

River plan going ahead

Maritime Safety Queensland is progressing with its implementation of the Noosa River Management Plan which includes a 28-day anchoring restriction for vessels over 5m, a plan that is affecting a number of live-aboard houseboat owners who call the river home.

About 25 live-aboard houseboat owners, many who work in the community and others retired, have sought avenues to remain on the river through measures including applying for moorings and entering into contracts they signed with Sovereign Native Tribes of the Kabi First Nation they were confident would enable them to remain on the Noosa River as guardians.

Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ) has issued state government notices to these boat owners saying the contracts have no legal authority and they have to find either an approved mooring or remove their boats from the river.

However an MSQ spokesperson said the current allocation of moorings for the Noosa River is fully subscribed, no moorings have been lost and moorings would not be increased, as endorsed through the development of the Noosa River Management Plan.

“The buoy mooring limit on the Noosa River is fully subscribed and has been for many years. There is an extensive waiting list for available buoy moorings,” the spokesperson said.

“The Noosa River Management Plan is designed to ensure safe navigation, equity of river use and to address environmental concerns relating to people living on board a vessel in the public and heavily utilised Noosa River and adjoining waterways,” the spokesperson said.

“There are no issues for vessels to anchor on the river for 28 Days per financial year, provided they are seaworthy, anchored safely, complying with marine pollution requirements and are not using the river for long-term storage.

Under the Transport Infrastructure (Waterways Management) Regulation, which has been in place since 2012, there is a requirement for persons to obtain a formal approval to live aboard a vessel in the Noosa River.

“MSQ has deliberately rolled out the Noosa

River Management Plan since 2023, in a carefully staged process, to allow vessel owners extensive lead times to make arrangements to comply with the new regulations and hardship assistance programs were available under the State Government’s Keeping Our Waterways Safe program,” an MSQ spokesperson said.

“In the Noosa River, anchoring of a vessel is only allowed for 28 days in a financial year. Once the 28 days has expired, the vessel must leave the Noosa River system and not anchor again until the next financial year.

“The new rules implemented as a result of the community-endorsed Noosa River Management Plan are not targeting live-aboard vessel owners.

“Maritime Safety Queensland’s preference is for vessel owners to comply with the regulations voluntarily. Failure to comply with the anchoring restrictions will ultimately lead to the commencement of compliance actions against the relevant vessel owners.”

The Queensland Government is investing $15 million over three years in the Keeping Our Waterways Safe program, which commenced on 1

July 2025.

Delivered by Maritime Safety Queensland, the program focuses on removing unsafe, derelict and abandoned vessels, strengthening owner responsibility, and enhancing compliance and enforcement across Queensland waterways.

Between July 2018 and December 2025 as part of the statewide program 1,142 vessels were removed from waterways by MSQ and partner agencies, 782 vessels were resolved through other measures and 660 vessels remain under active monitoring.

Family rallies around injured dad following road incident

By Steve Linnell

A Sunshine Coast family is appealing for community support after Mooloolah Valley resident Glenn Wright was seriously injured in a road accident while holidaying in Thailand.

Mr Wright, 74, remains in hospital after being struck from behind by another scooter rider while parked on the side of the road.

His family has launched a fundraising campaign to help cover mounting medical expenses, rehabilitation costs and the eventual journey back to Australia.

Speaking from Thailand, Glenn’s son Dane Wright told Noosa Today his father continues to receive treatment and faces an uncertain recovery.

“It’s day by day at the moment,” he said.

Dane said doctors recently discovered a tear in his father’s small intestine, requiring emergency surgery.

“We just discovered he had a tear in his small

intestine, so he had to have emergency surgery for that,” he said.

“He’s now out of ICU and in a ward at the moment.”

While Glenn has made some progress, his family is still focused on getting him well enough to travel home.

“As far as his recovery goes, who knows? We’re trying to get him fit to fly,” Dane said.

According to the family’s GoFundMe page, the costs associated with Glenn’s treatment and recovery have placed a significant financial burden on the family.

“Our family is going through an incredibly difficult time right now after our beloved Glenn Wright was seriously injured in Thailand after being hit by a scooter,” the fundraising appeal states.

“Glenn is currently receiving urgent medical treatment, and the costs involved with his care, recovery and getting him safely back home to Australia are overwhelming for our family.”

Funds raised will help cover medical treat-

ment and hospital expenses, rehabilitation and recovery support, accommodation and travel costs for family members, transport back to Aus-

tralia and ongoing care during recovery.

The appeal has attracted support from friends, family and community members, with almost $6,000 raised towards a target of approximately $22,000 needed for medical costs and flights home.

The Wright family, who live in Mooloolah Valley east of Maleny, have thanked everyone who has donated or shared the appeal.

“Every donation — no matter how big or small — will help Glenn on his road to recovery,” the family said.

Community members wishing to support the family can contribute through the GoFundMe campaign established to assist with Glenn Wright’s emergency medical recovery.

At the time of publication, Glenn remained in hospital in Thailand as doctors monitored his recovery following surgery.

To donate, visit: www.gofundme.com/f/support-glen-wrights-emergency-medical-recovery?cdn-cache=0

Tourism move to regeneration

Accelerating tourism from sustainable to regenerative was the theme on Tuesday when Noosa hosted government, industry and community leaders at a joint Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC) and Noosa Council World Environment Day event at Elysium Noosa Resort.

The event included announcements from both Environment Minister Andrew Powell to create new eco-tourism experiences and from Noosa Mayor Frank Wilkie of a Noosa Promise.

“Queensland is a remarkable place from the Great Barrier Reef to the wet tropics rainforest to the outback to our islands. They’re not just destinations, they’er global icons. They’re the reason people will travel from around the world to this great state of ours,” Minister Powell told the audience.

“As a result they’re a responsibility of ours to share.

“Our natural environment is more than an asset, it’s an advantage. It’s also the foundation of our tourism industry.”

Mr Powell said the challenge was how to grow tourism without compromising what makes Queensland special and the government’s plan is “Destination 2045 - we call it the 45 by 45 initiative - 45 new ecotourism experiences delivered across Queensland by 2045 - experiences that are low-impact, high quality, deeply connected to place, experiences that invite people in without overwhelming the environment”

“It was a bold ambition to make Queensland the leading eco-tourism destination in the world. A place known not only for its natural beauty but for how we protect it and present that beauty to the world,” he said.

“That commitment is grounded in sustainability, in environmental stewardship, in genuine partnerships with communities.

“It’s also about growth - growing visitation, growing regional economies, growing opportunities for Queenslanders because when eco-tourism is done right everyone benefits.”

With eight projects already on the way Mr Powell announced the government was opening expressions of interest for the next 37.

“If you have an idea we want to hear it,” he said.

“We’re looking for a broad range of proposals from walking experiences to eco-accommodation, nature based attractions, culture based attractions. The common thread is clear - low impact, high value, strong environmental outcomes. It can be on public or private land. What matters is quality and doing things the right way.

“It’s about encouraging them to stay longer, to spend more but at the end of the day ensuring they connect more deeply because when people experience these places they’ll value them, they’ll want to protect them and that’s the power of ecotourism done well.”

Mayor Frank Wilkie told the room filled with more than 130 guests about Noosa’s exceptional

location as a region within three adjoining biospheres that is recognised globally for having balanced human development with environmental preservation, and done it well.

The community has a history of protecting it’s environment dating back to the 1930s with Noosa National Park declared one of the country’s first national parks and battles fought to protect the land from sand mining and development, he said.

“Noosa Shire introduced a planning scheme that focused on quality over quantity, value over volume, approach to growth over tourism that helped to protect our natural assets, residential amenity and the visitor experience,” he said.

“Now more than 40 per cent of all land in the shire is preserved under conservation tenure for the recreation and enjoyment of generations to

come.

“This aspiration not only to protect but to regenerate, to leave this part of the country in a better state than we inherited it is the essence of the Destination Management Plan, it’s an evolution that recognises that we all residents, visitors, business owners are all joint custodians of Noosa, united by a shared love of this place,” he said.

Guests were invited to read and sign The Noosa Promise - a promise to tread lightly, celebrate Noosa’s diverse communities, give back more than I take, connect with culture and country, protect what sustains us.

“We’re hoping to offer this out to all visitors to Noosa in the future, to create a respectful lens through which they can tread lightly on Noosa,” he said.

Love letter to the Unseen screening

Discover a powerful night of cinema that bridges storytelling and urgent environmental action at the Gympie Cinema, Monday 22 June. This special event features a screening of the new documentary, Love Letter to the Unseen, followed by a live panel discussion with young Sunshine Coast conservationist, Spencer Hitchen. Spencer will share his insights on youth advocacy, the impact of visual storytelling, and what it takes to protect Australia’s most vulnerable ecosystems.

The film follows Spencer’s journey to the remote Macquarie Harbour in Tasmania— the final home of the endangered Maugean skate. While this ancient marine species faces imminent extinction, the documentary offers a message of urgent optimism. Linking the plight of Queensland’s vulnerable Glossy

Black-Cockatoos to Tasmania’s marine life, Love Letter to the Unseen explores biodiversity loss through a youth lens, proving that while time is running out, there is still time to act.

“It was absolutely incredible to be asked by Emmy award-winning director Josh ‘Bones’ Murphy to be in the film that follows my conservation journey and my journey to learn about the Maugean Skate in Tasmania,” says Spencer. “This is a film about biodiversity loss from a youth perspective. It’s an incredibly hopeful, impactful, powerful, and inspirational film for all.”

Described by viewers as “the kind of HOPE inspiring change that we need in our world right now,” the documentary is already sparking a movement among younger generations.

“Sitting in the audience, watching this film with kids around me and seeing their faces light up and how inspired they are, seeing another kid like them taking action for conservation, is what it is all about,” Spencer added. Produced by Land and Sea for All, the film was made in partnership with Environment Tasmania, Holdfast Collective, Rauch Foundation, and Reichstein Foundation. It features a diverse cast of voices, including cultural educator Lyndon O’Neil, artist Wendy Edwards, cartoonist First Dog on the Moon, and Andrew Wilkie MP.

Tickets are available through Humanitix https://events.humanitix.com/love-letter-tothe-unseen .

To watch the official film trailer, visit You-

Outrage over Turkey death at Main Beach

By Steve Linnell

Community members are demanding justice after a native brush Turkey died following an alleged act of animal cruelty near Noosa Main Beach on Sunday.

Witnesses reported that a group of intoxicated men, believed to be in their mid-20s, attacked the bird in an incident that has sparked anger among locals and wildlife advocates.

Queensland Police were called to the scene, however the alleged offenders had left before officers arrived.

A concerned member of the public contacted Wildlife Noosa, whose volunteers attended the

location and attempted to assist the injured bird. Sadly, the brush turkey later died from its injuries.

The incident has generated widespread condemnation across the Noosa community, with many residents describing the alleged attack as a senseless act of cruelty against a defenceless native animal.

Wildlife Noosa has urged anyone with information about the incident to contact police.

A spokesperson for the organisation said volunteers were deeply saddened by the bird’s death.

“Animal cruelty is not tolerated by the Noosa community,” the spokesperson said.

“Native wildlife deserves to be treated with respect and protected from harm.”

“We urge anyone who may know the identity of those responsible, or who witnessed the incident, to contact Queensland Police. Information from the public could be vital in helping authorities investigate this matter.”

Brush turkeys are a protected native species and are a familiar sight throughout the Noosa region, particularly in parks, bushland areas and residential neighbourhoods.

While the birds can sometimes divide opinion because of their nesting habits and large mounds, harming or killing protected wildlife is a serious offence under Queensland law.

The incident has renewed calls from wildlife groups for greater respect towards native animals

and stronger community action against animal cruelty.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that may assist investigators is encouraged to contact Noosa Heads Police on (07) 5440 8111.

Businesses turning to AI

For many Noosa small business owners, the workday doesn’t end when the shop closes or the last customer leaves.

From replying to emails and chasing invoices to creating social media content and following up sales leads, running a small business often means wearing multiple hats — and rarely switching off.

Now, a new wave of artificial intelligence tools is being pitched as a practical way to lighten that load.

The latest development comes from AI company Anthropic, which recently released a suite of business-focused automation features for its Claude platform, designed to help entrepreneurs manage many of the repetitive administrative tasks that consume their day.

Rather than replacing staff, advocates say the technology is best viewed as a digital assistant, helping owners stay organised while leaving final decisions firmly in human hands.

Among the functions attracting interest are automated daily and weekly briefings that consolidate calendars, emails and priority tasks into a single summary, helping business owners quickly identify what needs attention.

The platform can also monitor customer enquiries and sales conversations, flagging leads that require follow-up and drafting email responses for approval.

Content creation — often one of the most time-consuming jobs for small operators — is another area where AI is making inroads. Users can generate month-long social media plans, marketing campaigns and draft newsletters, with business owners reviewing and editing the material before publication.

Supporters of the technology argue that these tools could prove particularly valuable across communities like Noosa, where many businesses

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Artificial intelligence is already helping Australian businesses improve customer service, lift productivity and support workers, but leaders say success depends on building confidence in how the technology is used.

At CommBank’s Accelerate AI event in Sydney, CEOs and founders said AI was moving from experimentation to practical use, with benefits emerging across retail, technology and professional services.

Bunnings is one example. Earlier this year, the retailer launched Buddy, an AI shopping assistant that helped 25,000 customers with DIY projects in a single week. It has also rolled out an AI chatbot for 50,000 staff across 400 stores nationwide.

Chief customer officer Rachael McVitty said Bunnings had taken a simple approach to building trust: customers always know when they are interacting with AI, the tool uses verified information, and people can still speak to a team member when needed.

At Canva, co-founder Cliff Obrecht gave ChatGPT an unorthodox test shortly after it launched: plan a global camel delivery service, including logistics, routing and turnaround times.

The model produced a complete operational

plan, despite the abstract challenge Obrecht expected would break the technology. At that moment, he knew what needed doing.

“If we weren’t going to disrupt ourselves, we were going to be disrupted,” he said of Canva’s approach to implementing AI into its operations.

While speakers pointed to growing use of AI across Australia, some noted the technology remains in its infancy.

“If the ultimate measure is impact, we are less than one per cent of the way in,” Seek founder and technology investor Paul Bassat said.

But that doesn’t mean people should wait for the technology to mature before adopting it.

“If you don’t adopt AI, almost certainly you will lose market share. And ultimately, you will go out of business.”

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are owner-operated and finding additional staff can be difficult.

Importantly, the latest systems include approval safeguards, meaning emails, posts and other communications are not automatically sent without the user’s permission.

As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly accessible, local business groups and digital marketing specialists say more small operators are beginning to experiment with using AI to handle routine administration, allowing them to spend more time with customers and focusing on growing their businesses.

While AI is unlikely to replace the personal service that defines many Noosa businesses, it may be becoming the extra pair of hands many operators have been searching for.

Extra paws on patrol

By Steve Linnell

The Sunshine Coast’s specialist police dog unit is now part of the largest canine policing operation in Queensland history, with the Queensland Police Service expanding its Dog Squad to a record 115 dogs and 95 handlers across the state.

The milestone follows the graduation of five new police dog teams, boosting frontline policing capability and reinforcing the important role the highly trained animals play in tracking offenders, locating missing people and supporting high-risk operations.

While none of the latest graduates are destined for the Sunshine Coast, the region remains a key hub for the specialist unit, with six police dogs and six handlers currently based locally and available to assist operations across the Coast and neighbouring areas, including Noosa.

The expanded squad now operates from 15 locations state-wide, with the Sunshine Coast unit regularly called upon to help track wanted suspects through bushland and urban areas, search for vulnerable missing people and assist tactical police operations.

Police Minister Dan Purdie said the graduation marked a historic moment for Queensland policing.

“These remarkable dogs are more than just man’s best friend, they’re some of Queensland Police’s best crime fighters,” Mr Purdie said.

“Today marks a historic moment, with the largest Police Dog Squad capability Queensland has ever had.

“From tracking dangerous offenders and locating missing people to supporting high-risk operations, these dogs play a vital role in restoring safety to Queensland communities.”

Queensland Police Assistant Commissioner Rhys Wildman said the canine teams provide capabilities that often exceed what officers alone can achieve.

“Police Dogs play a vital role in frontline policing, offering support which surpasses human capability,” Assistant Commissioner Wildman said.

“Our officers and police dogs are tasked with community safety and called upon in times of often high-risk situations.

“Having the largest capability in the organisation’s history means that we can continue to

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deliver community safety where and when it is needed the most.”

Among the newest graduates are Police Dogs Hooper, Jero, Xero, Bruno and Izzy, along with their handlers, who completed an intensive 12week training course before being deployed to Moreton, Rockhampton and Townsville.

The graduating class also features a rare father-and-son pairing, with Police Dogs Xero and Jero beginning their frontline careers in different parts of the state.

Established in 1972, the Queensland Police Service Dog Squad has grown into one of Australia’s most respected canine policing units, with dogs specially trained for tracking, searching and apprehending offenders.

For Noosa residents, the expanded Dog Squad means the Sunshine Coast’s local contingent of six handlers and six police dogs remains part of an increasingly sophisticated state-wide network ready to respond when serious incidents occur.

By Steve Linnell

The Sunshine Coast is set for a major jobs and economic boost after a local aerospace company secured more than $31 million in State Government funding to expand its defence manufacturing operations at Caloundra.

Queensland-based aerospace and defence specialist HeliMods will receive $31.65 million through the State Government’s Sovereign Industry Development Fund to help deliver a new Advanced Industry Precinct at Caloundra Aerodrome.

The funding forms part of a broader $78.1 million investment in the project, which is expected to create around 150 construction jobs and generate approximately 100 ongoing high-skilled positions once operational.

The expansion will see more than 10,000 square metres of defence-grade aerospace infrastructure built at the aerodrome, significantly increasing the Sunshine Coast’s role in Australia’s growing defence and advanced manufacturing sectors.

HeliMods founder and managing director Will Shrapnel said the investment was a significant endorsement of both the company and the region.

“This investment will deliver a world-class Advanced Industry Precinct at Caloundra Aerodrome, building on our proven track record in

delivering critical technologies to first responders and frontline personnel globally,” Mr Shrapnel said.

“Most importantly, this investment will secure high-value industry and long-term economic opportunity on the Sunshine Coast for generations to come.”

HeliMods is one of only a handful of Australian-owned companies capable of delivering end-to-end aerospace services, including design, certification, advanced manufacturing, systems integration and ongoing support.

Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning Jarrod Bleijie said the project was the first defence initiative supported through the State’s $180.6 million Sovereign Industry Development Fund.

He said Queensland was well placed to become a national leader in defence manufacturing and sovereign industry capability.

“This is the first defence project supported under the Sovereign Industry Development Fund, backing investment-ready projects that

will deliver real capability, support Australian defence priorities and create high-value jobs for Queenslanders,” Mr Bleijie said.

Member for Caloundra Kendall Hatcher welcomed the announcement, saying it demonstrated growing confidence in the Sunshine Coast’s advanced manufacturing sector.

“For too long, the Sunshine Coast’s contribution was overlooked, but this investment will help attract new opportunities, grow local industries and create secure jobs for our community,” Ms Hatcher said.

The project was selected through a competitive assessment process focused on proposals capable of delivering long-term economic benefits and strengthening Queensland’s sovereign industries.

Construction is expected to begin in late 2026, with the facility scheduled for completion in 2028.

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Noosa narrowly misses awards’ top beach crown

By Steve Linnell

Noosa Main Beach has once again cemented its place among Queensland’s most loved destinations, finishing runner-up in the state’s Best Beach competition as part of the 2026 QLD Day All the Best awards.

The iconic Noosa beach was beaten only by Mooloolaba Beach on the Sunshine Coast, which claimed the top honour after almost 75,000 Queenslanders cast votes across 15 categories celebrating the state’s favourite businesses, attractions and destinations.

The result highlights the enduring popularity of Noosa Main Beach, one of Australia’s few north-facing beaches and a major drawcard for visitors from around the country and overseas.

The All the Best awards, held in the leadup to Queensland Day on 6 June, attracted a record 74,630 votes, with Queenslanders nominating and supporting their favourite local places to eat, shop, visit and experience.

Mooloolaba Beach took out the Best Beach category, recognised for its pristine white sand, family-friendly swimming conditions and bustling beachfront precinct. However, Noosa Main Beach’s second-place finish reinforces its status as one of Queensland’s premier coastal destinations.

Premier David Crisafulli said the awards were all about Queenslanders celebrating the places and businesses that make the state special.

“AlltheBestisexactlythat–Queenslanders backing Queenslanders and getting behind the local spots and businesses that they love,” Mr Crisafulli said.

“A record-breaking number of votes shows just how proud Queenslanders are of where we live, and how good our local businesses really are.”

The awards recognised winners across categories ranging from bakeries and cafes to tourism attractions and camping destinations.

Cooloola’s Double Island Point was ranked third, behind Gordon Country at Goomburra and Hold It Flats at Yalboroo for the Best Camping/4WD Spot category.

Among the winners were The Baker’s Duck in Toowoomba for Best Bakery, Farmhouse Cafe in Kedron for Best Cafe and The Savannahlander in Far North Queensland for Best Tourism Attraction.

The campaign forms part of an expanded Queensland Day celebration in 2026, with the State Government introducing an inaugural Mega Round of sport featuring NRL, AFL and Super Netball fixtures, alongside community events and celebrations across the state.

Queensland Day commemorates 6 June 1859, when Queensland officially separated from New South Wales and became an independent colony.

For Noosa residents and businesses, the result is further proof that the region remains among Queensland’s most treasured destinations.

Striking gold

By Steve Linnell

Some of Noosa’s best-known tourism operators have been recognised among Queensland’s elite, earning the highest level of accreditation in the 2026 Best of Queensland Experiences Program.

Noosa businesses dominated the Sunshine Coast region’s Gold-level recipients, with six local operators receiving the program’s top “stamp of excellence” for delivering outstanding visitor experiences.

Among those awarded Gold status were Epic Ocean Adventures Noosa, Everglades Eco Safaris, Go Ride a Wave Noosa, Kanu Kapers Sustainable Noosa Everglades, RACV Noosa Resort and Saltwater Eco Tours.

The recognition comes as a record 318 Sunshine Coast tourism businesses were accredited through Tourism and Events Queensland’s Best of Queensland Experiences Program (BOQEP), reinforcing the region’s reputation as one of Australia’s premier holiday destinations.

The annual program assesses tourism operators on visitor satisfaction, online reviews, recommendations and social media engagement, recognising businesses that consistently deliver exceptional customer experiences.

Visit Sunshine Coast Chief Executive Officer Matt Stoeckel said the record number of accredited operators reflected the strength of the region’s tourism sector.

“We know how great the Sunshine Coast is, but to have a record number of operators be recognised at this level really cements us as a premier destination,” Mr Stoeckel said.

“From attractions and experiences to restaurants and accommodation, it’s a huge hats off to everyonewhohasearnedthisprestigiousaccolade.

“Through their hard work and innovation, they go above and beyond to bring unforgettable Sunshine Moments and that authentic Sunshine Coast feeling.”

This year marked the introduction of a new three-tier recognition system, with operators award-

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ed Gold, Silver or Teal status based on performance benchmarks and Global Review Index scores.

Only 14 Sunshine Coast operators achieved Gold status, making the strong representation from Noosa particularly significant.

Epic Ocean Adventures Noosa owner Suzie Vermeulen said the award was a proud achievement for the locally owned business.

“As a small, locally owned tourism business, we are incredibly proud to receive this recognition,” Ms Vermeulen said.

“It acknowledges years of dedication, hard work, innovation and passion from our team, while reinforcing our position as one of Queensland’s leading nature-based eco-tourism experiences.

“This recognition also reflects the commitment and genuine love for the environment shown by our local guides, who have spent years sharing the natural beauty, wildlife and conservation values of the region with visitors.”

Businesses recognised through the program can display the Best of Queensland Experiences branding in their marketing, providing visitors with confidence they are choosing tourism operators recognised for delivering high-quality experiences.

The strong showing by Noosa operators highlights the region’s continued appeal as a destination renowned for its natural beauty, eco-tourism experiences and world-class hospitality.

Man facing multiple weapon and drug charges

Police have charged a man with more than a dozen drug and weapons offences following investigations into the distribution of dangerous drugs across the Sunshine Coast.

At approximately 9.30pm on Saturday 30 May, officers from the Sunshine Coast District Gang Squad and the Tactical Crime Squad executed a search warrant at an address in Nambour as part of Operation Yankee Fuji.

Police searched a black Dodge RAM where they allegedly located a semi-automatic handgun, multiple rounds of ammunition, more than $40,000 in cash and more than 200 grams of methylamphetamine.

A further $30,000 in cash and a commercial quantity of illicit tobacco and vapes was also seized from a Gold Coast property, along with a quantity of cocaine.

A 36-year-old Burleigh Waters man was charged with 16 offences including four counts of possessing dangerous drugs, and two counts each of supplying dangerous drugs and possessing property suspected of being the proceeds of an offence under the Drugs Misuse Act.

He was also charged with one count each of unlawful possession of weapons, possessing detachable magazines without a licence, authority required to possess explosives, possessing anything for use in the commission of a crime, possessing property suspected of having been used in connection with the commission of a drug offence, possessing relevant substances or things, fail to properly dispose of a needle or syringe, and contravening order about information necessary to access information stored electronically.

The man has been remanded in custody and will next face Maroochydore Magistrates Court on 7 July.

Save Teewah Airfield

For over 80 years, Teewah Airfield has been woven into the fabric of our region - born of wartime necessity, shaped by generations of community stewardship, and relied upon today by the very services that keep North Shore residents and visitors safe.

When the 428-hectare Teewah area was declared part of the Great Sandy National Park in 2024, approximately 24 of those hectares were covered by the airfield’s grass runways and minimalist facilities. A small footprint - yet one that carries enormous weight. Now airfield users have been told to leave and to remove their hangar also, one which was Council-approved and paid for by many years of fundraising, for the community and emergency services to have access to.

In a Queensland Government-run survey from 2023, 66 per cent of respondents wanted the airfield retained. Not out of sentiment alone, but because they understand what its loss would mean. When bushfires threaten, when roads close and access is cut off, the airfield is not a convenience - it is a lifeline. Emergency services depend on it. Rescue organisations training their pilots there depend on it. Animals sheltering from fire like the ones in 2019 depend on it. Local residents of the North Shore depend on it. Despite the survey outcome, the former Labor State Government ignored the community’s wishes and gazetted the Reserve as National Park in September 2024, just before the election. It’s now accepted that the survey design was flawed. It only offered two survey choices for the future of the reserve, both involving a transition into National Park, but no option to select the

status quo with the airfield. Was the National Park declaration decision already made?

The survey was conducted online and in writing, plus face-to-face stakeholder meetings. We don’t know how thoroughly the survey was promoted or advertised. Was the broader community meaningfully consulted? LifeFlight, which trains its pilots at Teewah airfield was not included as part of the former government’s process.

Questions need to be answered. Why wasn’t the survey more broadly promoted by the local elected representatives at the time? Why were the survey results supressed prior to the National Park being gazetted? Why wasn’t an incredibly important stakeholder like LifeFlight included? Why did the survey not include critical background information for respondents to make informed decisions, such as the airfield’s use in emergency situations?

The former Labor government argued the airfield site is not formally designated in the QFES Local Area Action Plan for staging fire operations. But the 2019 bushfires told a different story. Fifteen to twenty fire trucks and airborne assets were based at the reserve, tankers refilled there, and ambulance officers operated from it throughout the emergency. When disaster strikes, the airfield delivers - plan or no plan.

And the ecological case for closing the airfield simply doesn’t hold up. An independent environmental assessment has confirmed that no species are impacted by the airfield’s operation,

while the strength of community feeling is beyond question. The strip is grass. It is quietly and carefully maintained by dedicated local community groups who ask nothing of the public purse - no council funding, no government subsidy. They are self-sustaining, and they open the airfield to the community whenever it is needed. Volunteer clubs are providing an important community service at no cost to the community.

In August 2025, a parliamentary petition calling for the airfield to remain in its current configuration - available to emergency services, evacuation operations, helicopter training, and recreational aviation clubs - gathered over 3,200 signatures.

Our local MP has questioned how many of the petitioners and survey respondents “are Noosa residents to…understand the level of support expressed by our community.” (emphasis added). I would say, that just as hospitals accept any patients who need their help, Teewah airfield, its emergency facilities, bushfire protections and access paths are for everyone who needs them, not only those who vote in Noosa. Measuring the support for Teewah airfield should not be limited to only those who live north or east of a line on a map.

We have a chance to right this wrong.

The Minister for the Environment sought advice from the Noosa MP in 2025: “I would welcome your advice on whether you supported

the original tenure change (to National Park) or whether you believe the site should be revoked to allow continued club use.”

The Noosa MP wrote back: “Revoking land from National Park status is a serious matter and… (given that survey information has not been provided)… we could not support such a radical undertaking.” Should the unthinkable happen and the community loses this asset, and the next wave of bushfires come – as they inevitably will – and people’s houses are lost or worse, will our current MP put their hand up and sayI could have advocated to keep this facility but didn’t?

The Minister has also written: “Options including revocation of all or part of the former landing ground from the national park tenure within the Great Sandy National Park continue to be considered.”

We call on our elected representatives to advocate to the Minister that the historic and lifesaving Teewah airfield be approved to be carved out from the declared National Park area, with less than 10 per cent reverting back to a reserve, to be used as a low-impact grass airfield as it has been since WWII – efficiently, quietly and effectively for the whole community.

(This Soapbox represents my personal opinion and not necessarily that of any organisation I represent.)

The Guide

DEATH IN PARADISE

ABC TV, Saturday, 7.30pm

After initially believing the official line that his late mother’s death was an accident, DI Mervin Wilson (Don Gilet) is closer than ever to the truth in this penultimate chapter of the Caribbean crime drama’s 14th season. Given the go-ahead to reopen the investigation, the detective now has the entire Honoré police department helping out. That is, except new Commissioner Sterling Fox (Trieve Blackwood-Cambridge, pictured), who is determined to make his presence known on the island. Just as the team starts to make headway in the case, Sterling pulls rank and throws a spanner in

pp the works. With a suspect in their sights, it’s a race against time to solve the deeply personal mystery.

PICK OF THE WEEK

MASTERCHEF AUSTRALIA

10, Monday, 7.30pm

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WORLD CUP: AUSTRALIA V TÜRKIYE

WORLD CUP: AUSTRALIA SBS, Sunday, 1pm

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As the Socceroos kick off their FIFA World Cup campaign in Vancouver this weekend, fans will be relieved to know that t any alarms for the opening match against Türkiye. This is only the third meeting on the pitch for the two nations – and the first since 2004, when the Crescent Stars prevailed in two friendlies. Marking their sixth consecutive FIFA World Cup, Tony Popovic’s Aussie squad will be hoping not only to record a historic first win against Türkiye, but also to build on their impressive Round of 16 run at Qatar 2022. Niav Owens and Claudio Fabiano host SBS’s live, free and exclusive coverage, while David Basheer (pictured) leads the call. Aussie, Aussie, Aussie!

As the Socceroos kick off weekend they won’t have to set This is for the two nations – and Crescent Stars preva their sixth consec Auss to record a his also to build o run at 2 Fabiano host coverage, wh cal

Friday, June 12

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Compass. (PG, R) 10.25 Stuff

The British Stole. (PG, R) 10.55 Race Around The World. (PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 The Assembly. (PG, R) 1.45 Ground Up. (M, R) 2.10 Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R) 3.00 Restoration Aust. (R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGv, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group A. Mexico vSouth Africa. Cont. 7.30 France 24 English News. 8.00 DD India News Hour. 9.00 For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 9.30 BBC News At Ten. 10.00 France 24. 10.30 PBS News. 11.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group A. Korea Republic vCzechia. 2.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group A. Mexico vSouth Africa.

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG,R) Presented byTom Gleeson.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Gardening Australia. (Final) Millie Ross sheds light ongarden lighting.

8.30 Shetland. (Malv) Theteam uncovers the sinister truth behind the facility. Astrid Jakobson goes missing.

9.30 Race Around The World. (PG,R)

10.30 Gruen. (PG,R)

11.10 ABC Late News.

11.25 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG,R)

12.10 Love Me. (Final, MA15+s,R)

1.05 Rage New Music. (MA15+dhlnsv)

5.00 Rage. (PG)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 10.55 Children’s Programs. 11.45 Andy’s Global Adventures. 1.30pm PJ Masks Power Heroes. 1.50 Kangaroo Beach. 2.30 Daniel Tiger’s. 2.45 The Makery. 3.00 Play School. 4.05 Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures. 4.40 Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.55 BattleBots. 9.40 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 10.05 Late Programs.

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6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Paul Merton: Driving Amazing Trains. (PG)

8.30 Record-Breaking Highways. 9.35 Michael Palin In North Korea. (R) 10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show. (Premiere) 11.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Tour Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes. 1.20 The Typist. (Mav, R) 2.25 Rainbow R) 3.20 Railway Journeys UK. (R) 3.55 Going Places. (R) 4.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group B. Canada vBosnia and Herzegovina.

It’s the MasterChefelimination that contestants dread: the taste test. Can they keep cool under pressure? Or will they melt down at the prospect of 48 unlabelled ice-cream scoops? One by one, they’ll need to step forward, choose a bowl and correctly identify the

ROLF HARRIS: PRIMETIME PREDATOR ABC TV, Tuesday, 8.30pm

For more than 60 years, entertainer Rolf Harris was considered a national treasure, with his folksy charm and signature wobble board making

SEVEN (7)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Your Money & Your Life. (Return, PG) 1.30 Jabba’s Movies School Holiday Special. (PG, R) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies: Celebrity Specials. (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 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs and the team the house, garden and the kitchen. 8.00 To Be Advised. 12.00 MOVIE: Deadly Rideshare. (2020,Mav,R) Afashion designer makes adangerous friend. Taylor Spreitler, Danielle Burgess, Amanda Grace Benitez. 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) Hosted byGrant Denyer. 5.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs.

7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. 8.40 CBC The National. 9.30 BBC News At Six. 10.00 France 24 English News. 10.30 Front Up. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 Hoarders. 2.05 Who Killed The WCW? 3.00 Bamay. 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 Cup Fever! (Premiere) 9.00 The UnXplained With William Shatner. 9.50 The Americans. 10.45 Fashionista. 11.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group A. Mexico vSouth Africa. Replay. 2.30am NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

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6am Morning Programs. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.30 Weekender. 3.00 Imagine Holidays Iconic Rail Journeys. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Bargain Hunt. 12.30am The Great Australian Doorstep. 1.00 Fresh TV. 1.30 Room For Improvement. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Animal Rescue. 3.00 Late Programs.

(74) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 7.50 Bushwhacked! 8.15 Motown Magic. 8.40 The Magic Canoe. 9.10 Spartakus. 10.00 Arctic Secrets. 11.00 Going Places. Noon MOVIE: Listen Up: The Many Lives Of Quincy Jones. (1990, PG)

2.00 Wild Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Nula. 6.10 Bamay. 6.40 Great Blue Wild. 7.30 MOVIE: The Sandlot 2. (2005) 9.25 MOVIE: Boomerang. (1992, M) 11.25 Nula. 11.55 Take Heart: Songlines. 1am Milpirri: Winds Of Change. 2.00 NITV On The Road: Mbantua. 4.00 On The Road. 5.00 Bamay.

Charing Cross Road. (1987, PG) 8.05 The Orator. (2011, PGa, Samoan) 10.10 The Tunnel (Part 2) (2001, Malsv) Noon Man Who Didn’t Want To See The Titanic. (2021, Madls, Finnish) 1.35 I Accidentally Wrote A Book. (2024, PGa, Hungarian) 3.25 Pride & Prejudice. (2005) 5.45 A Room With A View. (1985, PGnv) 7.50 The Take. (2016, Mlnv) 9.30 Notes On A Scandal. (2006) 11.15 Gosford Park. (2001, Mls) 1.45am Sin City. (2005, MA15+v) 3.55 The Furnace. (2020, Madlv)

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. Aust C’ship Pt 1. Replay. 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. Geelong vGold Coast Suns. 10.30 AFL Post-Game. 11.15 GetOn Extra. 11.45 MOVIE: Ambulance. (2022, MA15+) 2.40am American Resto. 3.30 Storage Wars. 4.00 Late Programs.

it’s no easy task. The first four chefs to guess incorrectly will land in round two, where they have 75 minutes to cook a dessert using onlythe 48 ingredients found in the first round, and under-bench staples. It will be a bittersweet departure for one of them.

him a household name both here and in the UK. That public image was shattered by indecent assault allegations and a subsequent conviction in 2014. This two-parter examines how Harris used his fame to gain access to his victims and evade suspicion for decades.

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6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Swimming. Aust Trials. Heats. 1.00 Find My Beach House Australia. (PG, R) 1.30 Find My Country House Australia. (R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round15. Dolphins vSydney Roosters. From Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane. 9.55 NRL Friday Night Footy Post-Match. Post-match coverage ofthe NRL game. 10.45 MOVIE: Lethal Weapon. (1987,Mdlv,R) Mel Gibson. 1.00 Fish Forever: Remote Vanuatu. (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)

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6am Seaway. 7.00 7.30 CruiseAway. 8.00 TV Shop. 10.30 My Favorite Martian. 11.00 Swimming. Aust Trials. Heats. Noon Pointless. 1.00 The Brokenwood Mysteries. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Last Holiday. (1950) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Swimming. Australian Trials. Day5. Finals. 10.10 To Be Advised. 12.30am Antiques Roadshow. 1.00 1.30 MOVIE: Last Holiday. (1950) 3.20 My Favorite Martian. 4.00 Seaway. 5.00 Yorkshire Auction House.

9GO! (82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Rugby Heaven. 12.30pm Motor Racing. IndyCar Series. Bommarito Automotive Group 500. H’lights. 1.35 Wild Cards. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: The Chronicles Of Narnia: The Voyage Of The Dawn Treader. (2010, PG) 9.45 MOVIE: The Circle. (2017, M) Midnight MOVIE: All Eyez On Me. (2017, MA15+) 2.45 Australian Ninja Warrior. 4.30 I Love VIP Pets. 4.50 LEGO Friends: Girls On A Mission. 5.10 Bubble’s Hotel. 5.30 Late Programs.

In part one, director Nick Sweeney charted Harris’ career, celebrity and the hidden abuse that ran alongside them. This week’s conclusion looks at Sasha Wass KC’s race against time to investigate and prosecute a powerful man willing to do whatever it takes to protect his legacy.

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6.00 10 News+. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R)

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15. NOOSA COUNCIL

16. QLD FIRE (QFES)

17. TEST MY EV (VAA)

18. NOOSA ELECTRIC CO.

19. SMARTIZER

20. TOGETHER ENERGY

21. CELTIC SOLAR

22. WAREGREEN DISTRIBUTORS (INFRACO)

23. HALCOL ENERGY

24. WEGLOW

25. NOOSA AUTO GROUP

26. IMG POWER

27. RECLAIM ENERGY & FLARE GAS PLUMBING

BENZINA ZERO & SCOOTER STYLE

30. ZEN E-BIKE LIBRARY 31. FIRST AID (SCFAV)

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GOLF CARS AUSTRALIA 34. E-MOVE BIKES

35. EV TOWING AUSTRALIA

36. JAG CAMPER

CRICKS MAROOCHYDORE 44. MAIN STAGE

45. TAYLOR-ROSE FACE PAINTING

46. 91.1 HOT FM 47. UNITYWATER

48. ZEN INC.

49. ENERGY FLEX

50. WHOLESALE SOLAR & BATTERIES INSTALLED

51. ENERVEST (BESS)

52. OZ ENERGI

53. NOOSA TOYOTA

54. VOLVO GROUP AUSTRALIA

55. IVYGO

56. FTN MOTION

57. MY TESLA ACCESSORIES

58. TESLA OWNERS CLUB OF AUSTRALIA (TOCA)

59. DON GRIGG

60. MIKE & PHILLIPA ENGLAND

61. KAREN & MARK WOOLLEY

62 & 63. AUSTRALIAN ELECTRIC VEHICLE ASSOCIATION (AEVA)

64. LIZ HARRIS

65. GUY MODICA

66. ANTHONY WYNNEHOELSCHER

67. ADAM MILWARD

Noosa’s electric future

The electric future is no longer something arriving quietly in the distance. It is already here, in the cars we drive, the homes we live in, the businesses we run and the way communities like Noosa are choosing to power their future.

This year, Emerald is proud to be exhibiting at the Noosa EV & Electrify Everything Expo, joining a growing movement of homeowners, installers, businesses, councils and community leaders who understand that electrification is not just about technology. It is about lowering energy bills, reducing emissions and creating smarter, more resilient homes and communities.

For more than 20 years, Emerald has helped Australians reduce energy costs through practical energy-efficiency solutions. From heat pump hot water and high-efficiency air conditioning to solar optimisation, energy monitoring and connected home technology, Emerald is making energy-efficient living easier and more affordable.

With rising electricity prices and strong solar uptake across South East Queensland, many households are looking beyond solar panels alone and exploring how electrification can further reduce costs and improve energy independence.

For many households, the conversation begins with an electric vehicle, but the opportunity is much bigger. Hot water, heating and cooling, cooking, pool pumps and EV chargers can all form part of a smarter energy ecosystem that maximises solar energy use, reduces peak demand and lowers reliance on fossil fuels.

That is where Emerald is helping households and organisations make the transition with confidence.

At the Emerald stand, visitors will be able to speak directly with the team about practical pathways to electrify their home, business or community facility. Homeowners can learn which upgrades deliver the strongest savings. Installers can explore partnership opportunities and understand how Emerald’s growing national net-

work is supporting high-quality delivery across Australia. Councils, community organisations and commercial partners can discover how Emerald’s technology, reporting tools and program experience can support larger-scale energy upgrade initiatives.

The Noosa EV & Electrify Everything Expo is the ideal place for these conversations. Noosa has long been a community that understands the value of sustainability, but the next stage is about action at scale: turning ambition into installed

systems, measurable savings and lasting impact. Emerald’s approach is built around more than supplying products. It is about education, implementation and accountability. The company works across residential, commercial and government programs, helping customers understand what to install, why it matters, how much they can save and how those savings can be measured over time.

For those curious about where to begin, the answer may be simpler than expected. Replacing

an inefficient hot water system, upgrading old air conditioning, making better use of rooftop solar or preparing a home for an EV charger can all be powerful first steps.

Emerald invites homeowners, installers, businesses, councils and community groups to visit the stand, ask questions and see what practical electrification looks like in real life.

The future is electric, and Emerald is helping Australians make the transition one practical step at a time.

Noosa EV & Electrify Everything Expo

Noosa powers up with EV expo

Noosa is set to host one of Queensland’s largest and most comprehensive electric transport and home and business electrification showcases, bringing together the latest technology, expert insights and family-friendly entertainment in a vibrant street festival atmosphere.

The upcoming 8th annual Noosa EV & Electrify Everything Expo will feature more than 30 of the newest electric vehicle models from over 20 car brands, marking one of the largest displays of EVs ever assembled in one location in Queensland.

For visitors curious about making the switch to electric driving, the event offers a rare opportunity to compare vehicles side by side, explore features in detail and speak directly with knowledgeable representatives.

A wide range of alternative electric transport options will also be on display, including legal e-bikes, scooters, trikes, motorbikes, motorcycles and even golf cars. Visitors won’t just be looking — they’ll be able to experience many of these first-hand, with a dedicated trial ride area allowing people to safely test ride a variety of models throughout the day.

Beyond electric vehicles and e-mobility options, the Expo will feature more than 65 exhibitors and community organisations offering practical advice on how households and businesses can reduce energy costs through electrification. From solar and battery systems, including solar carports and fast home charging solutions, to energy-efficient appliances and home energy management tools, attendees will gain insight into how small changes can deliver long-term savings while reducing emissions.

For those seeking personalised EV advice, attendees can book one-on-one sessions with Giles Parkinson, founder and editor of Renew Economy and The Driven, and host of several of Australia’s leading EV-focused podcasts. In addition, ZEN’s Home Energy Champions and Business Energy Advisor will be available from 10:30am to noon to answer questions and provide free independent guidance on energy use, efficiency and electrification options.

Another popular feature of the Expo is the private EV owners precinct, where visitors can speak directly with local EV car owners about the realities of day-to-day electric vehicle ownership. These first-hand conversations provide practical insights into charging, maintenance, running costs and long-distance travel — information many prospective buyers find invaluable when considering the transition to electric transport.

Adding a unique local flavour to the event, celebrated Noosa chefs Luc and Pascal Turschwell will present live induction cooking demonstrations, showcasing the precision, speed and performance of modern electric cooking technology. Their sessions will highlight how electrification can improve both energy efficiency and cooking outcomes, followed by an Electrify Q&A session with the audience. Seats are limited so booking early is essential.

Designed as a festival-style community event, the Expo caters to all ages. Families can enjoy live

entertainment, including Hot 91FM broadcasting throughout the day, children’s activities and a wide variety of food and beverage options, creating a relaxed and engaging atmosphere in the heart of Noosa Junction.

Visitors will also have the chance to win a range of major prizes and giveaways, including a home battery system, a home EV charger with installation, a portable induction cooktop and a luxury “staycation” at the RACV Noosa Resort, along with other prizes that showcase the benefits of embracing an electric lifestyle.

With its combination of innovation, education

and community engagement, the event reflects Noosa’s ongoing commitment to forward-thinking and sustainable solutions and is proudly supported by Noosa Council and the Noosa Junction Association and organized by Zero Emissions Noosa Inc.

Whether visitors are ready to invest in electric

More than just cars at electrifying Expo

When people think of the Noosa EV & Electrify Everything Expo, they often picture rows of electric vehicles and the latest transport technology. While the Expo will once again feature Queensland’s largest display of electric vehicles (over 30 cars from 20+ brands), visitors this year can also enjoy a wide range of interactive experiences, expert advice, entertainment and handson demonstrations designed to show how electrification can improve everyday life.

One of the most anticipated attractions will be the Induction Culinary Cooking Experience, where celebrated Noosa chefs Luc and Pascal Turschwell will demonstrate the power, precision and efficiency of induction cooking. Visitors will see first-hand how modern electric cooking technology can deliver professional-level performance while reducing household energy use. The sessions will also include a Q&A with local electrification advocate Mark Purcell, providing practical insights into replacing gas appliances and electrifying the home to save money. Pre-booking on the Noosa EV Expo website Experiences tab is recommended to avoid disappointment.

For those seeking independent advice, the Expo’s Home Energy Champions and Business Energy Advisor will be available throughout the day to answer questions about electric vehicles, home

electrification, reducing energy bills and sustainable business solutions. Visitors can also book a one-on-one conversation with Giles Parkinson, founder of Renew Economy and The Driven, and one of Australia’s most respected commentators on clean energy and electric transport.

The Expo is designed to be highly interactive, with plenty of opportunities to experience electric mobility first-hand. Visitors can test ride a range of legal e-bikes, e-scooters and electric golf cars in a dedicated trial ride area. The experience allows people to compare different options in a safe environment and discover how these zero-emissions transport solutions could fit into their daily lives. Exhibitors including ecoTekk, e-Move Bikes and Golf Cars Australia will have vehicles available for demonstration.

Anyone curious about e-bikes should also visit the Noosa eBike Library display. The free community program offers extended e-bike loans, giving residents the opportunity to try an electric bike for up to 14 days before deciding whether to purchase one. Visitors can learn about the different styles available, from cargo bikes to trikes, and explore how e-bikes can replace many everyday car trips.

Adding to the excitement, visitors can enter for a chance to win a Tesla Model Y experience for an

entire weekend. The prize offers the opportunity to enjoy Australia’s most popular electric SUV and experience some of Tesla’s advanced driver assistance technologies.

Families will find plenty to enjoy in the Entertainment Precinct on Arcadia Street, featuring live musicians, face painting, food and refreshments, water refill stations and activities hosted by the Hot 91.1 Street Team, which will also be broadcasting live from the event.

For those considering an EV purchase, the Private EV Owners Precinct provides a valuable opportunity to speak directly with local EV drivers. Rather than a sales pitch, visitors can hear genuine experiences about charging, running costs, road trips and everyday ownership from people who have already made the switch.

Whether you’re exploring electric transport,

technology or simply curious about what the future holds, the Noosa EV & Electrify Everything Expo provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the possibilities of fully electrified living.

For more information about the Expo visit https://www.noosaevexpo.com.au/

Noosa EV & Electrify Everything Expo

Free program to help cut costs

Noosa businesses are being offered practical, free support to tackle rising energy costs, as a major free community event shines a spotlight on ways to cut energy costs and boost the bottom line.

With electricity, fuel and LPG prices continuing to climb, many business owners are asking the same question: where are the savings, and how do you find them?

Through Zero Emissions Noosa, and proudly supported by Noosa Council, the free independent Business Energy Advisor program is helping small and medium-sized businesses across the shire identify practical opportunities to reduce costs. ZEN Business Energy advisor Josh Stevens says the service is designed for time-poor business operators who know savings are possible but aren’t sure where to start.

“For business owners dealing with fast-increasing bills and constant change, it makes a massive difference to have someone provide clarity on opportunities, expected returns and next steps,” he said.

“My role is to help businesses use less energy, use it smarter, and consider new technologies like solar and battery systems when the numbers stack up.”

The advice is free, independent and completely vendor-neutral, meaning there are no commissions or product sales involved. Instead, the focus is on tailored guidance— whether that’s a quick efficiency review, assessing the business case for upgrades, or navigating tariffs, rebates and return on investment.

“I’ll typically look at trading hours, major appliances, tariffs and energy use,” Josh said.

“From there, we identify high-reward, low-effort savings first.”

For many businesses, the results can be immediate. Some have reduced costs simply by reviewing their energy plans or adjusting how and when equipment is used. Others have taken longer-term steps, such as installing solar and battery systems, to lock in savings and improve resilience.

Local case studies highlight what’s possible. AKinKinaccommodationproviderhasreduced energy costs and improved reliability through a combination of solar and battery storage, while a Noosaville health business installed solar with a payback period of under four years—setting itself up for decades of low-cost electricity. A local manufacturer has already avoided costly downtime thanks to backup energy systems that kept operations running during a blackout.

Beyond direct savings, Josh says there are broader benefits. “Businesses often see improved resilience, stronger branding, and even increased customer appeal,” he said. “It can also open the door to green finance opportunities.”

These themes will also feature at ZEN’s upcoming free Noosa EV & Electrify Everything Expo, 21 June on Sunrise Beach Road at

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Noosa Junction, where more than 60 exhibitors and community organisations will come together to share practical energy solutions for homes and businesses as well as e-transport options.

Attendees can explore simple ways to improve energy efficiency at home including learning about the latest solar, battery and heating/cooling options and ask questions of ZEN’s Home and Business Energy Champions.

The event will also include live induction cooking demonstrations from well-known Noosa chefs Luc and Pascal Turschwell, highlighting the efficiency and performance of modern electric appliances, as well as over 30 EV’s and a wide range of other electric transport options.

For Josh, the goal is simple: make energy advice accessible and actionable. “We know there

are savings out there. The challenge is time, and knowing who to trust,” he said. “This is about giving business owners confidence to make informed decisions that genuinely improve their bottom line.”

With energy markets continuing to shift, local businesses are being encouraged to take advantage of the free service. A typical advisory session takes less than an hour and requires little more than a recent power bill. Noosa Shire businesses can book a free consultation with Josh via email at josh.stevens@ zeroemissionsnoosa.com

Find out more about the Noosa EV & Electrify Everything Expo at https://www.noosaevexpo.com.au/

Save cash with EnergyFlex

With electricity prices continuing to rise, Noosa residents now have access to a free tool designed to help them better understand their household energy use and reduce power bills.

Zero Emissions Noosa (ZEN) has partnered with award-winning local energy management company EnergyFlex to offer local residents free access to the ZEN Community EnergyFlex Program.

The program helps households track when and how they use electricity, providing personalised insights and practical suggestions to reduce costs. By understanding their energy patterns, residents can make

simple changes such as running appliances during solar-generating hours or avoiding expensive peak periods.

The EnergyFlex app provides easy-to-understand information about household energy use, tailored recommendations, and tools to track savings over time. It can be particularly valuable for households with solar panels or batteries, helping them maximise the use of their own renewable energy and reduce reliance on grid electricity.

Beyond individual savings, the program also benefits the wider community. By encouraging participants to shift energy use

away from peak demand periods, EnergyFlex helps reduce pressure on the electricity grid and supports the transition to a cleaner, more resilient energy system.

ZEN encourages all Noosa residents interested in lowering their energy costs and environmental impact to join the free EnergyFlex community program and start making smarter energy choices at home.

For more information go to https:// zeroemissionsnoosa.com.au/home-energy-management/

Save money on your energy with EnergyFlex.

Discover e-bike benefits

After losing his driver’s licence due to health concerns, Noosa resident Kevin turned to the Noosa e-Bike Library to explore new ways to stay mobile and connected with his community.

Kevin recently completed a trial of an electric trike and says it has given him renewed independence. His goal is to travel the six kilometres from his home to regular yoga classes at Sunrise Beach. “It just gives me that freedom,” he said.

The Noosa e-Bike Library, an initiative of Zero Emissions Noosa (ZEN), offers free

trials of five different e-bikes, including step-through bikes, folding e-bikes and an e-trike. The program allows residents to test different models before deciding what best suits their needs.

Following his trial, Kevin purchased his own e-trike. Another participant, Anka, also went on to buy an e-bike after discovering how easily it helped her tackle hills and replace short car trips.

Startup funds were provided by the Queensland Government with continued support from Noosa Council with operations

provided ecoTekk Noosa, the library has been in high demand since launching last year, with all bikes frequently on loan.

ZEN hopes the program encourages more people to choose active transport, improving health and wellbeing while reducing traffic congestion and emissions.

For more information visit zeroemissionsnoosa.com.au or email ebikes@zeroemissionsnoosa.com.

ABC TV (2)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 The Hardacres. (PG, R) 11.30 You Can’t Ask That. (Mal, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 2.30 Brush With Fame. (R)

2.55 Restoration Aust. (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.

8.00 Australian Story.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.

9.20 Media Watch. (PG)

9.35 Planet America.

10.10 Stuff The British Stole: Tea Leaves China. (PG, R) 10.40 ABC Late News.

10.55 The Business. (R)

11.10 Rolf Harris: Primetime Predator. (Mal, R)

12.05 Murdoch Mysteries. (PG, R)

12.50 Long Lost Family. (PG, R)

1.40 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv)

4.00 Gardening Australia. (R)

5.00 Poh’s Kitchen. (R)

5.30 7.30. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 10.55 Children’s Programs. 4.40pm Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.45 Expedition With Steve Backshall. 9.35 Chopped Jnr. 10.15 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

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6am Morning Programs. 11.55 MOVIE: Joan Baez: I Am A Noise. (2023, PG) 2pm Wild Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 The 77 Percent. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Great Blue Wild. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Living Black. 9.00 State. 10.05 MOVIE: Lean On Me. (1989, M) 12.05am Late Programs.

Monday, June 15 Tuesday, June 16

SBS (3) SEVEN (7)

6.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group F. Netherlands v Japan. Continued. 8.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group E. Cote d’Ivoire v Ecuador. 11.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group F. Sweden v Tunisia. 2.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group C. Brazil v Morocco. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Time Is Money. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. (R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes: Rishi Nair. (PG)

8.40 24 Hours In Emergency: Where We Belong. (Mal)

9.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mals, R)

10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show.

11.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (R)

12.40 Great British Railway Journeys. (R)

1.15 Jia. (PG, R) 1.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group H. Spain v Cabo Verde. 4.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group G. Belgium v Egypt.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGav)

7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGal) Hosted by Natalie Gruzlewski.

9.10 The Rookie. (Mav) When the president visits LA, the LAPD teams up with the Secret Service to ensure his safety.

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

11.10 The Agenda Setters.

12.10 New Amsterdam. (MA15+av, R)

1.10 The Outdoor Room With Jamie Durie. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

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6am Morning Programs. 2.20pm Inside The Huddle. 2.50 Over The Black Dot. 3.20 Wine Lovers’ Guide. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.50 Alone Finland. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Cup Fever! 9.00 Mysteries Unearthed. (Return) 9.50 The Americans. 10.45 Fashionista. 11.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group C. Brazil v Morocco. Replay. 2am Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs. 12.10pm Hounds. (2023, Malv, Berber, French) 1.55 Monsieur Verdoux. (1947, PGa) 4.10 The Man Who Knew Too Little. (1997, PGlsv) 5.50 Paris Can Wait. (2016, PG) 7.30 Harold And Maude. (1971, Ma) 9.10 I Like Movies. (2022, Mals) 11.00 Like Water For Chocolate. (1992, Man, Spanish) 1am Rambo: First Blood Part II. (1985) 2.50 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 My Greek Odyssey. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Auction Squad. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 A Touch Of Frost. 10.50 Air Crash Inv. 11.50 Doc Martin. 12.50am Bargain Hunt. 2.00 Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm Motor Racing. NDRC Nitro Funny Cars. Riverbend Nationals. Replay. 3.30 Counting Cars. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers: Best Of. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League. 8.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 9.30 Adventure Gold Diggers. 10.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 11.30 Late Programs.

Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Shark! (PGhl, R) 1.15 Getaway. (PG,

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Shark! (Final, PGhln) The celebrities come faceto-face with tiger sharks.

9.00 100% Footy. (Mal) Features the latest rugby league news, with exclusive insights from an expert panel.

10.00 9News Late.

10.30 Outback Opal Hunters. (PGal) (Ml)

12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R)

5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

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6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon David Attenborough’s Mammals. 1.20 MOVIE: The Truth About Women. (1957, PG) 3.30 MOVIE: A Man About The House. (1947, PG) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 Four Weddings And A Funeral. 10.40 Major Crimes. 11.40 Chicago Med. 12.40am Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Jeopardy! UK. 12.30pm MOVIE: Fwends. (2025, M) 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Angel Has Fallen. (2019, MA15+) 10.55 Seinfeld. 11.55 The 100. 12.45am Love Island: Beyond The Villa. 1.40 The Real Housewives Of Salt Lake City. 2.30 Jeopardy! UK. 3.30 Late Programs.

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG) Hosted by Grant Denyer.

7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG) Hosted by Rebecca Gibney.

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PG) Amateur cooks take to the kitchen.

8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 9.40 10’s Late News. Comprehensive coverage of local, national and international news, as well as the latest sport and weather. 10.40 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) Sheldon has a falling out with Amy. 11.30 10 News+. (R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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SEVEN (7) 6am Morning Programs. 10.30 Planet America. (R) 11.00 Rolf Harris: Primetime Predator. (M, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Death In Paradise. (PGv, R) 2.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 2.30 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.00 Restoration Aust. (R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGa, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group G. Belgium v Egypt. Cont. 7.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group H. Saudi Arabia v Uruguay. 10.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group G. IR Iran v NZ. 1.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group F. Netherlands v Japan. From Dallas Stadium, Texas, US. 4.30 WorldWatch. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG)

8.30 Insight.

9.30 Dateline: India’s Film Industry Scandal.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 Living Black. (R)

11.00 FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show.

11.30 The Negotiator. (MA15+a)

12.20 Divided We Stand. (Ml, R) 2.15 Great British Railway Journeys. (R)

4.00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PGa, R) 4.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group I. France v Senegal.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Time Is Money. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. (R) 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 Shark! (PGhln, R) 1.30 Find My Beach House Australia. (R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30

6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGal) Hosted by Natalie Gruzlewski.

9.10 Doc. (Ma) Richard looks to redeem himself while treating an overworked food delivery worker.

10.10 House Of Wellness. (PG) Insights and experiences that highlight living well.

11.10 The Agenda Setters.

12.10 Happy’s Place. (PGal)

12.40 New Amsterdam. (MA15+av, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 10.55 Children’s Programs. 4.40pm Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.45 Savage Builds. 9.25 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 9.50 BattleBots. 10.35 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Morning Programs. 2.20pm The Grudge. 2.45 Food Lovers’ Guide. 3.55 WorldWatch. 5.50 Alone Finland. (Final) 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Cup Fever! 9.00 Mysteries Unearthed. 9.50 The Americans. 10.40 The Swiping Game. 11.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group F. Netherlands v Japan. Replay. 2am NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am Morning Programs. Noon Farmer Wants A Wife. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 House Of Wellness. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.45 Inspector Morse. 11.00 Horse Racing. Royal Ascot. 3.30am Animal Rescue. 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 Fresh TV. 5.30 Late Programs.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (Mls)

8.30 Clarkson’s Farm: Hurrying. (MA15+l)

9.40 9News Late.

10.10 Freddy And The Eighth. (Ml)

11.05 A Killer Makes A Call. (Ma, R) (Ml)

1.00 Destination WA. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Building Ideas. (PG, R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

A Current Affair. (R)

Today Early News.

Today. 6.00 10 News+. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG) 7.00

9GEM (81, 92)

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Death In Paradise. 1.10 MOVIE: The Raging Moon. (1971, PG) 3.25 Explore. 3.40 MOVIE: The Big Job. (1965) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Agatha Christie’s Marple. 10.40 Rizzoli & Isles. 11.40 Transplant. 12.40am Antiques Roadshow. 1.10 1.40 Late Programs.

Wednesday, June 17

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

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.00 Restoration Aust. (PG, R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 2.30 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.55 Restoration Aust. (PG, R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGv, R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Gruen. (PG) Presented by Wil Anderson.

8.35 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG) Presented by Guy Montgomery.

9.25 Twenty Twenty Six. (Ml) A new Tournament Ambassador is announced.

10.25 Planet America. (R)

10.55 ABC Late News.

11.10 The Business. (R)

11.30 To Be Advised.

1.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (Mv, R)

1.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

4.00 Gardening Australia. (R)

5.00 Poh’s Kitchen. (R)

5.30 7.30. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 10.55 Children’s Programs. 4.05pm Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures. 4.40 Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 9.05 Adv Time. 9.50 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 10.15 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. 2pm Kriol Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.35 News. 6.05 Bamay. 6.45 Great Blue Wild. 7.35 Breaking Wild. (Premiere) 8.30 Pro Bull Riding Australia. 9.30 Over The Black Dot. 10.00 Inside The Huddle. 10.30 MOVIE: Four Souls Of Coyote. (2023, M) 12.20am Late Programs.

6.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group I. France v Senegal. Cont. 7.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group I. Iraq v Norway. 10.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group J. Argentina v Algeria. 1.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group J. Austria v Jordan. 4.40 Patagonia. (PGa, R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Eurostar: Minding The Gap. (R)

8.30 Mysteries Of Sink Holes: Ticking Time Bombs. (PGa, R)

9.25 Coldwater. (Malsv)

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show.

11.20 Why Sharks Attack. (Ma, R)

12.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes: Barnard Castle – Sara Davies. (R)

1.40 Great British Railway Journeys. (PG, R)

2.15 Ran. (Madv, R)

2.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group K. Portugal v Congo DR. 5.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group L. England v Croatia.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm Brady Vs Belichick: The Verdict. 3.30 WorldWatch. 5.30 The Secret Genius Of Modern Life. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Cup Fever! 9.00 Mysteries Unearthed. 9.50 The Americans. 10.45 Fashionista. 11.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group I. France v Senegal. Replay. 2am NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Time Is Money. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. (R) 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. (PGa)

7.30 SAS: AUS v ENG. (Final, Malv) The recruits face 12 hours of interrogation.

8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL. (PG) Hosted by Hamish McLachlan.

10.00 The Agenda Setters.

11.00 Australia: Now And Then. (Madln, R)

12.00 New Amsterdam. (MA15+av, R)

1.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72)

6am Morning Programs. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Secrets Of Beautiful Gardens. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Hornby: A Model Empire. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Foyle’s War. 11.00 Horse Racing. Royal Ascot. 3.30am Animal Rescue. 4.00 Late Programs.

7MATE (74) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Morning Programs. 12.40pm I Like Movies. (2022, Mals) 2.30 Paris Can Wait. (2016, PG) 4.10 Grandpas. (2019, PGal, Spanish) 6.00 P’tang, Yang, Kipperbang. (1982, PGals) 7.30 The Graduate. (1967, Mas) 9.30 Riceboy Sleeps. (2022, Mals) 11.40 Heroic. (2023, MA15+v, Spanish) 1.20am Shaft. (1971, Mlnv) 3.15 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Pawn Stars. 1.30 Outback Truckers. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers: Best Of. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 The Force: BTL. 9.30 Caught On Dashcam. 10.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 11.30 World’s Scariest Police Chases. 12.30am Late Programs.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (Mls, R) 1.00 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PG, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News.

6.00 9News.

7.00 Rugby League. NRL State of Origin. Game 2. New South Wales v Queensland. From the MCG.

10.00 State Of Origin Post-Match.

A post-match wrap-up of Game 2 of the State of Origin match between New South Wales and Queensland.

11.00 NRL Origin Story. (PGl, R) Looks at the original “Origin” rule.

12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R) Hosted by Ben Shephard.

1.05 Explore TV Viking. (R)

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 Drive TV Presents. (R)

5.00 Today Early News.

5.30 Today.

9GEM (81, 92)

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon New Tricks. 1.00 Agatha Christie’s Marple. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: The Belles Of St Trinian’s. (1954) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Keeping Up Appearances. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.40 Rizzoli & Isles. 11.40 Transplant. 12.40am Late Programs.

9GO! (82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Motor Racing. FIA World Endurance C’ship. 24 Hours of Le Mans. H’lights. 12.35pm Wild Cards. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Batman Returns. (1992, M) 11.05 Seinfeld. 12.05am The 100. 12.55 Love Island: Beyond The Villa. 1.50 Late Programs.

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace.

6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG, R) Hosted by Rebecca Gibney.

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PG) Amateur cooks take to the kitchen. 8.40 Kate & The Queen: A Special Relationship. (PGa) Takes a look at the story of Kate Middleton and the late queen, two women from different backgrounds united by love and duty.

9.40 10’s Late News. Comprehensive coverage of local, national and international news, as well as the latest sport and weather.

10.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) 11.40 10 News+. (R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

Thursday, June 18

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

SEVEN (7) 6am Morning Programs. 10.35 Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R) 11.20 Dr Karl’s How Things Work. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 The Capture. (Mlv, R) 2.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 2.30 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.00 Restoration Aust. (PG, R) 4.00 Frankie Drake. (PG) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group L. England v Croatia. Continued. 8.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group L. Ghana v Panama. 11.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group K. Uzbekistan v Colombia. 2.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group I. France v Senegal. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

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

7.30.

Restoration Australia: Wirragulla Pumping Station. (PG)

Ground Up. (Ml, R) AFL CEO Alistair visits. 9.30 Twenty Twenty Six. (Ml, R)

Rolf Harris: Primetime Predator. (Final, Ml, R)

ABC Late News.

The Business. (R)

Frankie Drake Mysteries. (Mv, R)

Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Poh’s Kitchen. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 10.55 Children’s Programs. 4.40pm Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.40 Ultimate Vets. 9.05 Animal Park. 9.50 Secrets Of The Zoo. 10.35 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Fortress Britain With Alice Roberts. (PGa, R)

8.30 Saving Yellowstone. (PG)

9.25 A Gentleman In Moscow. (Ma)

10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show.

11.15 The Boys Who Said No. (MA15+avw, R)

12.15 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (PGaw, R) 12.50 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PGa, R) 1.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group A. Czechia v South Africa. 4.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group B. Switzerland v Bosnia and Herzegovina.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Beat The Chasers UK. (R) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. (R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 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 MOVIE: Finding Love In Saint Lucia. (2023, PGa, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs. 7.30 GCBC. (R) 8.00 Lingo. (R) 9.00 The

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 Highway Patrol Special. (PGl, R)

8.30 Air Crash Investigations: Crash Landing. (PG)

9.30 Homicide: With Ron Iddles: Wayne Amey. (Mdlv, R)

Under Attack. (Malv, R) 11.30 Autopsy USA: Leonard Nimoy. (Ma, R)

12.30 Brave New World. (MA15+asv)

1.30 ICU. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 Raw Comedy 2025. 2.25 Insight. 3.30 WorldWatch. 5.30 The Secret Genius Of Modern Life. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Cup Fever! 9.00 Mysteries Unearthed. 9.50 The Americans. 10.45 Fashionista. 11.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group J. Argentina v Algeria. Replay. 2am NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am Morning Programs. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Grace. (Return) 10.30 Horse Racing. Royal Ascot. 3.30am Late Programs.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. Under-19s State of Origin. New South Wales v Queensland.

9.35 Under 19s State Of Origin Post-Match.

10.00 9News Late.

10.30 Bad Blood. (MA15+avv)

11.30 Next Stop.

12.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.00 Fish Forever. (PGl, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R)

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.

9GEM (81, 92)

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Keeping Up Appearances. 1.00 Midsomer Murders. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Geordie. (1955) 5.30 Rugby League. Women’s Under-19s State Of Origin. NSW v Qld. 7.30 RBT. 8.30 Emergency. 9.30 A+E After Dark. 10.30 Chicago Med. 11.30 Sight Unseen. 12.30am Customs. 1.00 1.30 Late Programs.

9GO! (82, 93) 6am Morning Programs. 11.50 Past Lives. (2023, Ml, Korean, English, Mandarin, French) 1.50pm Nausicaä Of The Valley Of

6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Pawn Stars. 1.30 Highway Patrol. 2.30 The Force: BTL. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers: Best Of. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.00 AFL Pre-Game. 7.30 Football. AFL. Fremantle v Geelong. 11.00 AFL Post-Game. 11.30 Kick Ons. Midnight MOVIE: Layer Cake. (2004, MA15+) 2.15 Late Programs.

Of Salt Lake City. 3.05 Jeopardy! UK. 4.00 Late Programs.

6.00 10 News+. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG, R) 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG) Hosted by Rebecca

The Silk Road rediscovered

REDISCOVERING THE SILK ROAD:

CENTRAL ASIA’S GREATEST JOURNEY

Fortravellersseekingadestinationbeyondtheordinary, Central Asia offers one of the world’s most rewarding and least explored adventures. Noosa Travel’s Discover the Silk Road tour takes guests on an extraordinary 18-day journey through Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, following the ancient trade routes that once connected civilisations across continents. After a successful departure this year, they have launched another tour departing May 2027.

From the moment travellers arrive in Tajikistan, they are immersed in a landscape of soaring mountains, crystal-clear lakes and rich cultural heritage. Visits to historic cities such as Dushanbe and Penjikent provide fascinating insights into the region’s ancient past.

Crossing into Uzbekistan introduces travellers to some of the most celebrated cities of the Silk Road. Samarkand, with its magnificent bluedomed architecture and legendary Registan Square, is often regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Here, centuries of history come alive through grand madrasahs, bustling markets and monuments that have welcomed merchants, scholars and explorers for generations.

Equally captivating is Bukhara, a city where history can be found around every corner. Ancient caravanserais, elegant mosques and atmospheric trading domes create an unforgettable

glimpse into a world that has remained remarkably unchanged for centuries. Travellers have the opportunity to wander through colourful bazaars, interact with local artisans and discover traditions that have been carefully preserved through the ages.

The journey continues to Tashkent and Margilan, where the region’s famous silk-making heritage remains alive today. Visits to traditional workshops and silk factories offer a rare chance to witness skills passed down through countless generations, highlighting the enduring legacy of the Silk Road.

In Kyrgyzstan, the focus shifts from ancient cities to extraordinary natural beauty. Vast valleys, snow-capped peaks and the shimmering waters of Issyk-Kul Lake showcase a landscape unlike anywhere else on Earth.

The country’s strong nomadic traditions provide a fascinating cultural contrast to the grand cities of Uzbekistan, while scenic drives reveal endless opportunities for photography and discovery.

Kazakhstan provides a spectacular finale. Travellers explore the striking red rock formations of Charyn Canyon, often compared to the Grand Canyon, before arriving in the vibrant city of Almaty. Here, modern city life blends seamlessly with stunning mountain scenery, offering the perfect conclusion to an unforgettable journey.

What makes this itinerary particularly ap-

pealing is the diversity of experiences. Ancient UNESCO World Heritage sites, bustling bazaars, mountain landscapes, cultural encounters and authentic local experiences combine to create a journey that appeals to history lovers, culture enthusiasts and adventurous travellers alike.

Escorted throughout by Noosa Travel and operating as a small group experience, the tour allows guests to travel comfortably while gain-

21 May - 7 June 2027

ing deeper insights into destinations that remain largely undiscovered by mainstream tourism.

For those searching for a truly unique travel experience, Discover the Silk Road offers the opportunity to explore one of the world’s great historical routes while experiencing four fascinating countries rich in culture, history and natural beauty. For more information, please contact the office on 07 5449 7000.

Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan

Experience the traces of the Great Silk Road and enjoy the history and culture of Central Asia

Inclusions:

• 17 Nights accomm mostly 4 star

• 16 Breakfasts and 15 Dinners

•English speaking guide in each country

• Sightseeing and excursions

•2 Train journeys – Bukhara to Tashkent & Tashkent to Kokand

•Economy class airfare from Osh to Bishkek

• Fully escorted by Noosa Travel

*Conditions apply. International airfare additional.

Asia, felt in every sense

Lantern light spilling onto cobblestone. The hiss of street-food woks at dusk. The hush of a tea garden in spring. Asia does not arrive in postcards. It arrives through the senses — sound, scent, taste, all at once — and it leaves a different traveler behind.

“Asia consistently sits at the top of our mostbooked destinations, and it’s not hard to see why,“ Inspiring Vacations CEO and Co-founder Paul Ryan said.

“The breadth is extraordinary — each country with utterly distinct cultures, cuisines and landscapes — and our travellers know the difference an expert itinerary makes to their experience.“

In Japan, contrasts shape the experience: the rush of Shibuya at sundown, snow on the Japanese Alps and cherry blossoms over castle moats. Inspiring Vacations’ 13 Day Japan In Depth explores lesser-known regions including Nagano and Okayama, with traditional villages along the Nakasendo Trail and alpine landscapes.

For travellers wanting the full sweep, the 28 Day Complete Japan features Mount Fuji, the Hiroshima Peace Memorial, Himeji Castle, Miyajima’s floating torii gate and the pine-studded islets of Matsushima Bay, with the bullet train carrying travellers from one chapter to the next.

China rewards curiosity. The 13 Day China Uncovered and Yangtze River Cruise winds from Shanghai’s dazzling fusion of old-world charm and cutting-edge modernity to the silent ranks of Xi’an’s Terracotta Warriors and the Great Wall at Juyongguan Pass. From high-speed rail to the meandering pace of a four-night Yangtze River cruise, experience the diversity of this vast nation. South, then, into the steam and spice of Indochina. The 19 Day Majestic Vietnam and Cambodia begins in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, cruises the emerald islets of Halong Bay overnight, descends through Ho Chi Minh City and the Vinh Moc Tunnels, then crosses into Cambodia for Phnom Penh and the dawn-lit temples of Angkor Wat. Pho on plastic stools. Lemongrass and lotus. Sandstone turning gold at sunrise.

Two often-overlooked neighbours round out the picture. The 8 Day Spectacular South Korea threads from Seoul’s palaces and street markets to Seoraksan’s granite peaks and Busan’s coastline. The Eight Day Premium Five Star Taste of Taiwan pairs Taipei’s National Palace Museum with Sun Moon Lake’s mountain calm and the

night-market clamour for which the island is known — beef noodle soup, mango shaved ice, the steam of dumplings rising into the dark. Or combine these two fascinating countries with the 15 Day Spectacular South Korea and Taiwan.

“What sets these journeys apart is the depth of local knowledge behind them,“ Ryan adds.

“Our teams in each country curate the itineraries, choose the right time for each experience, and shape the days so travellers spend their energy on

the experience — not the logistics.“ Asia rewards travellers who arrive curious. The food finds new corners of the palate. The history sets the imagination off. The landscapes — from terraced rice fields to neon canyons — refuse to be summarised. With the right operator, the continent unfolds without effort.

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3 LETTERS

Today’s Aim:

15 words: Good 22 words: Very good 30 words: Excellent

Using 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”. S N G P I I E D S

4 LETTERS DEEM DESK DONS DYED FUSE KITS LOSS MEAT PLEA RODE SAGS SLED STAR TOSS

5 LETTERS ADAGE ADOBE ADORE AGREE ATONE AUDIT BLINK BRINE CRAVE DENIM ENDED EVENT EXPEL FELLS

1 Michelle Yeoh (pictued) won a Best Actress Academy Award for which 2022 film?

2 Which landlocked country in Eastern Europe translates to English as ‘White Russia’? 3 In the food industry, what does UPF stand for?

4 Which iconic Australian

7 The Buddhist temple Angkor Wat is located in which country?

8 What animal is responsible for the must human deaths each year?

9 Which British prime minister survived an IRA assassination plot in 1984?

10 Melbourne hosted which major global exhibition event in 1880?

Stomping on at the Shed

By Jim Fagan

Stand outside any Men’s Shed and you can expect to hear male voices, saws rasping and hammers banging but be outside the shed at Coolum eco industrial estate on Monday afternoons and you’ll hear a band and a female vocalist belting out swing and jazz.

It’s ShedJazz and the band is open to men and women. It has 20 players on its books and, according to band leader Ian Goater, the group usually numbers eight to 12 players when it meets. Ian started ShedJazz four years ago. “When I

Arts, crafts, and Ahoy

By Jim Fagan

Wallace House will be awash with the works of more than 100 artists later this month when Noosa Arts and Crafts stages its annual exhibition.

“We’re a coastal community and this year we have decided on the name “Coastal Expressions” as our theme,” vice president Kim Williamson, who is also leader of the pottery group, told Noosa Today.

“We are showcasing artworks in a wide variety of styles, including intricate embroidery, pottery, craftwork and bold wall art.”

She said Wallace House membership was growing with each year new activity groups being added to their creative centre.

“This year we have a new, twenty-one member-strong art journalling and collage group. Examples of their artworks and journals will be on display.”

“We will be serving light refreshments at our cafe and there is a fundraising raffle with art and

joined Coolum Men’s four years ago it had a vast music programme with about 30 musicians playing folk, rock ‘n’ roll and stuff, not really my cup of tea.

“I thought of starting a jazz group and I advertised in the local media. To my surprise there was a whole lot of retired semi professionals and amateurs like me who had no one to play jazz with.

“We formed a group and called it ShedJazz. We meet on Monday afternoon The requirements are really for people who can play. You have to be able to operate in a jam session, that is play tunes and take solos. It’s pretty much an environment

craft prizes donated by members.

“Our State member Sandy Bolton MP is our guest speaker. She will also open the exhibition at 5pm Friday, June 19.”

“Coastal Expressions.” Noosa Arts and Crafts Association. June 20 & 21, 2026 - 9am to 3pm. Wallace House, 1 Wallace Drive, Noosaville.

for improvising.”

The band was playing “Mustang Sally” a rhythm and blues hit from the 1960’s, when Noosa Today visited the Shed. Part of Ian’s job is put up eight numbers for the next week. “I work from The Great American Song Book which has hits and show tunes from the 30’s to the 60’s.”

A retired GP, Ian styles himself as a “reasonably capable amateur musician” and says most of the people who come to ShedJazz are working musicians and current and former music teachers.

Although its four months away, Ian and his

musicians have already started preparations for the third annual SHEDMUSIC Festival in October at Coolum Civic Centre and other venues around Coolum.

“The festival is a Coolum Men’s Shed project. “We realised there were several Men’s Sheds on the Coast with music groups. The first festival included some of those groups plus one from South Brisbane”

“It’s become so popular this year’s festival on October 15,16 and 17 has attracted bands from Alice Springs, New South Wales and New Zealand.”

Baroque, Arias, Dances

By Jim Fagan

Arioso Chamber Ensemble returns to Noosa this month with the “Glories of Baroque Opera” including in the group for the first time international countertenor Tobias Merz.

aldi and Rameau.

Appearing with Janet and Tobias are artists Margaret Caley (baroque violin), Jacqueline Webber (baroque violin) and Shannon Scheltema (viola da gamba).

“We’re thrilled to have Tobias perform with us,” ensemble co-ordinator and harpsichordist Janet Brewer, told Noosa Today. “He brings a wealth of experience to the group, having sung with Opera Australia, English National Opera, Opera North (UK) and Scottish Opera Along with “Lascia ch’io pianga” (“Let me weep”) from Handel’s opera “Rinaldo “and the dramatic “The Cold Scene” aria from “King Arthur” by Purcell, the program of Baroque arias and dance music will also feature works by Viv-

Arioso Chamber Ensemble has been bringing together the talents and experience of leading specialists in Baroque performance since 2014. It regularly performs in festivals and concerts in South-East Queensland and is a popular Noosa attraction.

“Glories of Baroque Opera.” Arioso Chamber Ensemble, Sunday June 21 at 3pm. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church hall, 115 Eumundi Rd, Noosaville. Tickets $40, concession $35, school student $15 available online at https://www.trybooking.com/DLTBQ or at the door (cash only).

Stars Alive auditions open

Aspiring young performers from across the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane are being invited to step into the spotlight, with auditions now open for STARS alive! 2026, the popular youth talent competitionpresentedbytheNOOSAalive!Festival. Open to performers aged 8 to 18 years, Noosa STARS alive! provides a unique opportunity for singers, musicians, dancers, bands and variety performers to showcase their talent in front of industry judges and live audiences.

Produced by NOOSA alive! Festival Director, Ian Mackellar and hosted by Festival CEO and media identity Damien Anthony Avery-Rossi, the competition has become one of the region’s premier annual platforms for emerging young performers, helping participants gain confidence, performance experience and community recognition.

Successful auditionees will progress to the STARS alive! Finals at the STARS alive! Showcase & Free Community Day at Tewantin-Noosa Lions Park on the Noosa River, where they will compete for a share of valuable cash prizes, industry recognition and the opportunity to perform as part of the renowned NOOSA alive! Festival

program in 2026.

The all-ages family-friendly event also boasts performances by former STARS alive! winners and will feature a surprise performance set by a Golden Guitar-winning country music star.

professional stage to showcase their talents, build confidence and pursue their passion for performance. Every year we are inspired by the calibre of talent that emerges from our community. Since its inception five years ago, we have unearthed some amazing young talent who are now performing professionally around Queensland and Australia,” Ian said.

The competition forms an important part of the broader NOOSA alive! Festival, celebrating creativity, community and artistic excellence while nurturing the next generation of performers.

NoosaandSunshineCoastresidentsaged8-18 years are encouraged to apply early and prepare their best performance piece for the auditions. Categories include vocalists, musicians, dancers, bands and variety performers. Registrations close 5pm on Friday 26 June.

Festival Director Ian Mackellar said the competition continues to uncover extraordinary local talent while providing young performers with invaluable opportunities.

“STARS alive! is about giving young people a

Now entering its fifth year, STARS alive! has established itself as a launching pad for aspiring performers across the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane. Many previous finalists have gone on to secure further performance opportunities and continue to develop their artistic careers.

Apply via Noosa alive website at www.noosaalive.com.au/na-events/stars-alive-auditionsfor-2026/

For further Information visit www.noosaalive. com.au

Imagine fields of feelings at new interactive exhibition

Families are invited to play, create and explore big emotions through clay at Imaginate 2026: Fields of Feelings, an interactive exhibition at Noosa Regional Gallery inspired by Brisbanebased ceramic artist Bonnie Hislop.

Running from 20 June to 12 July, this year’s Imaginate transforms the Gallery into a colourful world of feelings, tiny treasures and hands-on creativity designed for children and families.

At the heart of the exhibition is the large interactive Clay Lab. On arrival at the Gallery,

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every paying visitor will receive a Clay Lab session token, giving them the opportunity to spend time creating with clay during their visit.

Visitors can watch Bonnie Hislop’s playful instructional videos, follow along to make their own creations, or simply enjoy experimenting and exploring the creative process.

Visitors can also enjoy creative making stations and hands-on activities throughout the Gallery inspired by feelings, celebration and self-expression.

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August 1930 - 1st June

loved by all, a courageous and extraordinary human being who

who knew her were blessed by her kindness and love.

For those who wish to celebrate her life, a celebration will be held on June 16th, 2pm - 4pm at 10 Ulah Crt, Noosa Heads.

The exhibition also features works created by local school students who participated in artist-led workshops as part of the Gallery’s outreach program. Participating schools include Tewantin State School, Sunshine Beach State High School, St Andrew’s Anglican College, Maroochydore State High School and Nambour State College.

Adding to the experience is a Shell Midden, a collaborative NAIDOC installation developed with Lyndon Davis and Nicky Davis of Gubbi Gubbi Dance. Inspired by the history of the

shell middens of Tewantin, children and families created clay shells during storytelling and hands-on workshops, with the final installation arranged by the artists within the Gallery.

Tickets $5 per person.

Bookings essential.

Creative activities for the making stations have been designed for ages 4 years and over, however visitors of all ages are welcome to attend and enjoy the exhibition.

For more information and bookings visit the Noosa Regional Gallery website.

Four-point win for Tigers

By Julian Pitts

The Rococo Noosa Tigers have produced a thrilling 4-point victory at home over Broadbeach to snap a three game losing streak and sit seventh on the QAFL ladder, a game and percentage clear inside the final eight. Although there’s no talk of finals yet with a long way to go, starting with another huge game on the Gold Coast this Saturday against the 6th placed Labrador.

Noosa’s pressure was again outstanding against Broadbeach and whilst a late surge in the final quarter from the Cats provided some nervous moments for the Tiger faithful the Noosa boys were the better team on the day and fully deserved their victory. And it was a full team effort, blokes that were quiet last week were busy and hard at it again.

Skipper Rhys Free was just outstanding up forward kicking 5 first half goals and in the end probably the difference in the result. Rory McKenzies sublime movement and poise was again in show as the teenager continues to improve week in and week out whilst fellow onballer Sam Willoughby just goes in where ‘angels fear to tread’ . His attack on the footy and the opposition is just fantastic to watch. Young Toby Griggs used his precise left foot beautifully throughout the match whilst defenders Lucas Jellyman Turner and Billy Shsnks were standouts in the victory also. Great win celebrated by a strong home town crowd.

Media Award Votes

5. R. Free

4. R. McKenzie

3. S. Willoughby

A grade got off to a fast start with a flawless first quarter scoring four unanswered tries early.

Then we were guilty of over-playing our hand at times and not being patient and building enough pressure with the ball in hand, very simple errors that were rectified quickly by coach Ben and assistant Alfie again. We knew Caboolture had the big boys and the physicality. This would only last a short time with our experienced and fit squad. Taking advantage of explosive hole running and hard hit’s simmered the Cabo boys down to realise they where in some strife.

Tainui cut holes in opposition defence with his power running game.

Captain Harry Wright was excellent having a hand in everything that was good about our game on Saturday

Josh Taylor looked comfortable as a game driver, pulling the string in the 10 jersey, the first time this season. We say it every week but all

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

LEARN UKULELE

Come and learn to play the Ukulele at a six week group course for adults with Cherry the Ukulele Lady. The ukulele is the easiest, most portable and happiest instrument to learn (and you need no prior musical knowledge). Many of Cherry’s former students had never played an instrument before and now go along each week to the ukulele group that plays at the Tewantin RSL. Playing a musical instrument will give you a new and happy dimension to your life. Cherry has taught the ukulele basics over the last 10 years to at least 250 students, mostly aged between 55 and 90. It’s all about ‘FUN’ and meeting other fun people. You can buy a ukulele on the internet on ‘market place,’ or the guys at the local Noosa music shop are very helpful. The lessons will be at Cherry’s home near Cooroibah (12 minutes from Tewantin). Each lesson is about an hour with a cuppa afterwards. For more details phone 0410 573 629 and leave a text message with your email address.

CHORALE SEEKS SINGERS

Noosa Chorale is recruiting singers for their June commencement of rehearsing their joint annual jazz and blues concerts which for 7 years have launched the 10-day Noosa Jazz Festival organised by Noosa’s own Jazz Club.

This year the concerts (Friday and Saturday, August 28-29) are called “Ain’t Misbehavin” and will feature choir singers alongside a band of famed jazz musicians playing trad jazz songs and music. If you are a tenor or bass and think you sound like Louis Armstrong or Frank Sinatra, the Chorale would especially love to welcome you to our rehearsals. No auditions are needed. An ability to read music is an advantage but not essential. Send us an email to register your interest

2. L. Jellyman Turner

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The undermanned development team had a draw after leading for 90 percent of the match. The Tigers have a staggering 14 injuries amongst their Senior/development group and with names like Richardson, Monahan, Archard and Smith filling in who although fit, have not done a proper pre season it’s no wonder they ran out of steam late. A big thank you to those guys and ofcourse Nathan Horbury who starred across half back getting kicks at will. Another massive game this week v Labrador for the Ressies!

The colts slumped to their third loss in a row after meeting a pretty slick Broadbeach outfit and must beat Labrador on the Goldy this Saturday to keep their spot in the eight and have the chance to defend their 2025 title. Several injuries within our 17-19 year old age brackets not helping their cause also. But on a positive so many eligible colts proven their worth at Senior level which is what it’s all about!

The Senior Women finished a massive day of footy with a fantastic victory over defending Premiers Caloundra in a very tough hard fought high standard game of Women’s footy. Georgie

Gill was the star for the Tigers booting three goals whilst young stars Maya Bovalino and Indie Kendall were outstanding the entire night. Great to see super star Mandy Tessari back and influence g games as well as popular leader Kellie Barker also have a great game. The girls now sit outright second on the ladder with a date with the top placed Redcliffe this Saturday in Brisbane.

Media Award votes

5. G. Gill

4. I. Kendall

3. A.Tessari

2. K. Barker

1. M. Bovalino

Another great luncheon had by all who attended the Tom Mitchell function last Saturday. Plenty of interesting insight from a pretty impressive AFL champion and journeymen.

Next luncheon is ‘sponsors day’ on 20 June 20 with ex-Australian Cricket captain our special guest speaker. Tickets for the general public will go on sale from this Friday!

Good luck to all those representing the Noosa Tigers this weekend!

Go Tigers

Dolphins play strong, eyes on Reserves, A-grade players

A-grade. (Alfie Hill Photography)

coaches have another tough job just selecting these squads this week with such competition for these positions!

Reserves:

After coming off a bye round for Sunshine Coast rep rugby, they boys faced another challenge with Caboolture pulling their reserve grade

(noosachorale@gmail.com). Rehearsals are every Monday night 7- 9pm at The J Theatre, starting on 8 June. And there’s a special welcome event on 1 June 6.30-7.30pm to come and meet the choir. For more info, see www.noosachorale. org.au/sing-with-us

NOOSACARE SEEKS BOARD MEMBER

NoosaCare is seeking expressions of interest for a new Board Member.

NoosaCare currently operates two Aged Care facilities, Carramar at Tewantin and Kabara at Cooroy.

NoosaCare’s Board and executive team have recently mapped out a bold and transformative strategic plan for the future and is now seeking a Director with clinical expertise (currently practicing) to join our Board.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute at a governance level, providing strategic insight and leadership to help shape the future of care for older people in our community.

Board meetings are held bi-monthly on the last Monday of the Month at 3.30, the next one scheduled for May. Interested persons are invited to contact the Board Chair, Johanne Wright on either 0415873552 or ianandjo@westnet.com.au

ORCHID SOCIETY

Noosa District Orchid & Foliage Society welcomes visitors and members to its monthly meeting from 12.30pm on Saturday 4 July, Tinbeerwah Hall, for socialising and plant sales to members, with meeting from 1pm. For more information visit noosaorchidsociety.com.au or phone Trevor Cook on 0419 431 008.

NORTH TEWANTIN BUSHCARE

Join the North Tewantin Bush Care Group of local volunteers every first and third Sunday of the month from 7.30-9.30am to help maintain the

team out and placing their full strength side in A grade, which left the Noosa team have a two week break. The boys are rested and ready for a strong game at Caloundra against Caloundra at 1.40pm

Third grade

Friday night saw the run of home games come to spectacular end with a third consecutive one sided affair.

Returning to Friday night lights after a lengthy absence, Louis Griffen, Max Russell were all impactful, getting Noosa off to a flying first half haul of plus 50 points.

Soon to be moving on players, Lincoln Parsons and Tim Moody made their presence felt once again, with towering displays from the boot. How despondent teams will be to kick off to a No. 8, only for him to return kick 50m to the sideline.

With 8 players inking the score sheet it leaves too many to mention, but doubles from Max

beautiful natural flora in the area. We weed & plant along the river. It is light work and a lot of fun. All equipment is provided and an excellent morning tea follows. Grab a hat and come along. Phone 0432384596.

BOOMERANG BAGS NOOSA

Fabric donations always needed. Boomerang bags are sewn from recycled fabric with the aim of reducing single use plastic bags and minimising landfill from discarded textiles. Any unwanted fabric: doona covers, sheets, denim, curtains or upholstery fabric can be dropped off at Wallace House on a Monday or Wednesday morning. Phone Ned: 0411 784 911. Facebook: boomerangbagsnoosa

QCWA TEWANTIN NOOSA

Everyone is welcome to our weekly social craft and hobbies group, held each Thursday, 9 to 11am. Work on your own project, learn new skills and enjoy the company of like minded women. Gold coin donation includes morning tea. Find us at the CWA Hall, Poinciana Ave Tewantin. For further information please contact Robyn on 0428 385 747.

CROQUET CLUB

Free ‘Come & Try’ Croquet every Sunday at 08:15am at Noosa Croquet Club 9 Seashell Place, Noosaville. Phone Ed 0402 246 833 or Bob 0421 041 021.

MEN FREE SUNDAY DANCE

Every Sunday, from 12.30pm at the Tewantin Masonic Hall, Moorindil St. We start by teaching basic dance steps, then Waltz, old time, New Vogue, Ballroom Dances and a little Latin. We run to 5pm. Lots of fun and dancing, including a 20 min. tea/coffee break to socialise. (Only $10) Hope to see you there. Guys needed, so men, free lessons for the first six weeks. Singles or couples welcome. Just rock up or phone Andrew 0429 829 328. For more info, please visit andrewsclassdance.com

Russell and Noosa junior Toby Constanzo (who took the 3 points) do require credit.

Failing to keep the sheet clean, the neversay-die University team did manage a meat pie in the dying moments, leading to shouts of “last try wins” . But the growing Friday night crowd all knew another version of Two Arms was soon to be ringing out from the sheds, once again. Third grade is in fine form at the moment with players contesting for a position in reserves and A grade, with some exciting players who have returned and more importantly seeing our young guns as young as 18 getting a taste of the seniors, playing structure and strength.

Woman’s:

Unfortunately with plenty in the woman’s team having small and annoying injuries, the girls had to forfeit their game on the weekend. We’re told next week’s will be shaping for another great woman’s match.

THE GLORY OF OPERA

Enjoy the music and the artistry of opera live on screen at U3A auditorium at Tewantin with tutor and opera buff Jeremy Martin. Starting at 9.30am on Mondays, Jeremy, using online documentaries, explores the lives and careers of celebrated present and past composers, conductors and singers. We encourage discussion and we have a lot of fun. New members are always welcome and you don’t have to be an opera lover to join. Contact Jeremy on 0406 959 097 or jdm@kaput.com

VIEW CLUB

The Noosaville VIEW Club is a valued part of The Smith Family dedicated to supporting the education and wellbeing of disadvantaged Australian children. On the 2nd Thursday of each month this warm and welcoming women’s club gathers for our “Friendship Day” event and camaraderie. On the 4th Thursday of each month we have our club lunch meeting at the Tewantin RSL with a guest speaker and update on our fourteen Learning for Life students. New members and guests are always welcome to come along for fun and friendship. For more information email viewnoosaville@ gmail.com

SQUASH PLAYERS

Squash players needed, week day mornings Noosa. Phone Karen 0412 485 411.

SENIORS INDOOR BOWLS

If you are interested in a low impact, friendly activity then indoor bowls is for you. We are a group of seniors enjoying the health benefits of interacting with like minded and friendly people. Experience is not necessary and a high standard is not expected. The aim is fun and friendship. We meet every Friday at the Noosa Leisure Centre in Wallace Drive. Arrival time is between 8.30 and 8.45 for a 9am start. Pop in to see how it works or ring me (Pam) on 0407 493 402.

Back to where it all began

- The Pee Wee Club

The Pee Wee Club began in 2005 as the junior branch of the Impact Boxing and Fitness Academy. It caters for boys and girls aged 5 to 10 years. Twenty-one years later, the club is proud to have a membership of around 30 to 40 children.

Led by Team Impact head coach and foundation member Mark Evans, with strong support from his wife, Kyla, the Pee Wees continue to thrive. Classes are held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 4 pm to 5 pm. For any adult watching, the sessions are a pleasure to see.

The atmosphere is full of joy and laughter. As the mums, dads and children arrive at the gym, the coach greets each of them by name and welcomes them with high fives. “I work on the belief that there is no such thing as a bad kid, and I find that this approach creates plenty of fun for the team,” he said.

As the families arrived the kids assembled on the concrete driveway in front of the gym. It’s here that they learn the art of skipping. As they move on, they go inside and start on the heavy punching bags: and despite their size, with their little hands hitting the very bottom of the bags, all goes well. This is followed by a run around the building that houses the gym.

Next it is the ladder system on the floor and then pad work. This involves the lads wearing small gloves that they wear as they throw punches aimed at the inside of gloves worn by a coach. At the completion of this, they line up at the bottom of the stairs that lead into the ring. Then

on call, coach Mark and the assistant coach will bring the little ones into the ring. It is then that the basic moves of correct punching and blocking are demonstrated and taught.

There are times that because of their size you will see coaches down on their knees and with the little fellows still standing upright: and there are styles that cause laughter. This is good, because as they grow and start to learn, the serious side of art is that they are ready. And under the strict supervision of Mark Evans (also Head Coach of Australian boxing squad,) they have not been pushed, shoved, and bought up too quick.

Jessica Harris is the proud mother of three members, two boys and a girl, aged 6, 11 and 14.

‘’They train five days a week and love it. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and Mark has helped build the boys’ self-confidence so much so that the gym feels like a second home. It has a strong family spirit. “At first, I was allergic to exercise,” Jessica said with a laugh, “but now that’s all changed and I’m now in a fitness class. We couldn’t ask for more.”

Another strength of Mark’s is his ability to connect with young people who may be drifting off the streets, as well as those needing physical support. Above all, he stresses one message: “Boys, don’t take your junior boxing training onto the streets.”

Then there is Friday night. With other clubs coming from around the Wide Bay Area there is sure to be some good heavy sparring. But it is not just boxing, but also fitness sessions that are available. With a weights gym straight opposite the Pee Wee gym, you can be assured that all will be catered for.

Ultimately, it all comes back to the Pee Wee Club. One member joined as a Pee Wee 20 years ago and is still training today. That says a great deal about the club: it provides a strong foundation that lasts.

It may be a slow process, but it is always there, helping to bring the kids through to the senior ranks. Like the Nippers in lifesaving, and the youth in both Rugby Union and Rugby League: and now the youth in martial arts of Karate and Jiu Jitsu.

One only has to spend time talking with Marks wife Kyla. Kyla, who assists in the corner at tournaments and backs up when needed, is also a great worker with the Pee Wees. “It is very gratifying work, and I just love working with the kids. A big thing is that we are working to keep the kids off the streets.” So, to coach Mark Evans we can say, Vaya Con Dios old son - go with God - you are

working with our kids.

Surf lifesaving.

It has been a sad couple of weeks for the Noosa Old Boys. First of all was the passing of a former club captain Colin Mills. Colin, who hailed from Gympie, along with his brother Terry joined the club in the mid-1950s and held the position of club captain for a couple of years.

Because of his quiet personality he was very popular with his clubmates and when he had to step aside because of shift work he was sadly missed. Following this our other loss was Life Member William (Billy) McLaren. In his younger years Billy was a merchant seaman, with a definite love of the sea. Billy obtained his bronze medallion in 1984 and his Life Membership in 2006. Apart from normal beach patrols he was also a Jet Rescue Boat Operator.

Then, when radio communication became the big thing, he undertook to have it properly installed in Noosa: and also took the task of training us patrolmen. However, because a lot showed no interest thinking it was something of a novelty, at his first meeting regarding radio, only four members were in attendance.

As a senior member, it was my role to support Billy, and with the help of a few other senior members, we did just that. In the end, he successfully got the system up and running. With his experience in radio as a seaman, Billy was a natural, and once members recognized that, he had their full support.

Wrecks riot at Rivermouth

Well, maybe it wasn’t quite a riot, but, considering the Pacific pond that greeted us at first light last Saturday, the over 50 to over 80 guys and gals put on some stellar performances.

In fact, the incoming tide played into our hands at the Rivermouth and on both days there were plenty of chest-high clean runners to share.

And, as usual at the Wrecks, the Noosa Mal Club hospitality on the beach was huge, with breakfast and lunch provided for competitors, plenty of laughs with old mates, and computer judging coaching provided for analog ancients.

As far as the comp itself was concerned, surfable waves prevailed and it was great to see a mix of old and new blood in the finals lists. As for your humble correspondent, he made a major tactical error in the final by going left while the rest went right. As in life, I suppose. Well, there’s always next year, when I’ll be a grom in the over 75s!

Winners: Over 50 men – Aaron Daniel; Over 50 women – Fenna De King; Over 55 men – Glen Gower; Over 60 men – Bruce Dunne; Over 60 women – Peppie Simpson; Over 65 men – Michael Corcoran; Over 70 men – Albie Curtis; Over 70 women – Jenene Nelson; Over 75 men – Bob Smith; World championships Over 80 men –Trevor Brady; Mixed Old Mal – Jason Cook.

Meanwhile in El Salvador

Stop 5 on the WSL world championship tour has been hard going for the Aussies so far in well overhead but mostly onshore conditions at Punta Roca.

As I write we’ve got only Molly Picklum and Tyler Wright going into the women’s quarters, having lost Steph Gilmore and Bella Nichols, among others. In the men’s third round coming up next, Liam O’Brien and Cal Robson will cannibalise each other while Jack Robbo takes on the in-form Gabe Medina. Doesn’t look great for podiums, particularly with messy, difficult conditions predicted.

Because the coverage starts at midnight, I haven’t watched any of the Surf City Pro live, and I have to say it’s hard to watch the replays, especially when the daily onshore has made mince meat of the faces. I’ve never been to El Salvador, so I’m not going to bag it as a surf destination. It always delivers swell, but in five seasons on the WCT, it’s mainly been messy. Not the best canvas for the world’s best, and they just don’t seem to be having much fun.

But the WSL photogs know how to put lipstick on a pig, so to speak. You’ll notice that most of

the action shots are pulled in tight on the surfer so you can’t see the wave crumbling all around. And, as for the entry and exit over sharp rocks, that doesn’t look like much fun either!

How to be a good tourist

Here we are in the quietest months of winter for tourism numbers, except for the annual sunbirds migration from down south, but they don’t get out that much.

So, observing how, even when visitor numbers are down, they make themselves obvious by getting in the way, I thought it timely to jot down a few suggested rules for engagement with residents.

1.A roundabout is not a pedestrian crossing. Please note, if there are no white lines or a hump in the road, pedestrians do not have right of way. The worst abuse of this is, of course, the Noosa Drive/Hastings St roundabout, where visitors constantly march out in front of oncoming traffic to make their way from beach to car park or nearby bar/coffee shop. One day, folks, the whole Hastings St precinct may be a pedestrians only zone, but that day has not yet arrived, and meanwhile, by interrupting the normal flow of traffic, you are creating backup and mayhem from Park Road to the Noosa Woods.

2.The Noosa surf club car park has an extremely limited number of spaces and large numbers of drivers wanting to fill them. The only thing that keeps pandemonium in check is the marked oneway route through the car park, ignored constantly by visitors who take the first left against the one-way signage, attempting to beat the line of cars waiting for a spot at the other end. Tip: follow the one-way signs and if there are more than two cars waiting, try the Lions Park.

3.If you can’t surf but want to try, get a couple of lessons from one of our several excellent surf schools. Don’t hire a board and push it out into the pack at First Point, hoping to copy what the others are doing.

4.And I don’t really mean this, but in the immortal words of my late, great mate, Michael Tomson, “If you don’t surf, don’t start!”

NOOSA BUYERS KNOW NOOSA BETTER

MATTERS

ERLE LEVEY

IT seems that if there is one group who know Noosa property it is Noosa people.

Those living in Noosa or who already have a property are active in the market at the moment.

They are either looking to improve position or lifestyle, upsize or downsize, find the property that matches their checklist or invest - that can be until they make the move or see it more long-term.

Noosa people understand the geography, the climate, the ways in which we move around and spend our recreational time.

Near the water, handy to shops and services, close to schools and sporting venues - it’s all part of the process.

Steven Field at Tom Offermann Real Estate is finding exactly that with a spacious riverside apartment at Tewantin he is taking to auction on Saturday, 20 June, at 10am.

The three-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car apartment at 18/2-10 Blakesley St has been attracting interest, Steven said, and there should be a good turn-out on the day.

“There have been good numbers through the property … mainly locals impressed by the low maintenance and the view.

“They have been blown away by the spacious lounge plus the fact it is an end unit and on the top floor.

“That means it is private from the pool and the jetty. It’s the best aspect - looking to the north-east.

“People appreciate having lift up from the car parking, and the tiled living area.

“They are also attracted to the area itself … right behind the shops, it’s a very handy spot.

In the sought-after, gated Noosa River Quays complex of 20 apartments, this residence has been meticulously renovated and upgraded over recent years, Steven said, from the state-of-theart zoned ducted air-conditioning to the kitchen

with stone benches and premium appliances.

The expansive living area opens to the large north-facing terrace, with wide water views to bushland beyond.

Three bedrooms provide space and flexibility, with the main suite featuring walk-in robe and stylish ensuite while the main bathroom has been totally rebuilt.

A dedicated laundry room adds practical convenience and there is secure garage parking.

The proximity to shops and services gives residents the ability to build up friendships with neighbours.

SOUGHT-AFTER PRECINCT

Steven Field is also marketing a striking multi-level house in the tightly-held precinct of Enterprise St at Sunshine Beach.

The three-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house with bunk room or rumpus at No.22 comes with pool - and sweeping ocean views.

In an elevated position and protected somewhat from the elements, it has special appeal, Steven said.

SOLD ON NOOSA

Tom Offermann agent Jesse Stowers sold the two-bedroom, two-bathroom waterfront apartment 4/7 Peza Ct, Noosa Heads, at a Saturday-afternoon auction for $2.685m.

One of six in the Pisces complex, it is on the ground floor and on the point in Peza Ct

with uninterrupted views and a peaceful nature reserve as a backdrop.

As well as a car park there are two private lockable storage spaces.

“We had spirited bidding from two bidders,’’ Jesse said, “... both who already own property locally.

“The most enquiry was local and Brisbane based.’’

One bidder was an investor and the other intended it for personal use.

Jesse is now marketing a new duplex development in Grant St, Noosa Heads.

The three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartments at 1 and 2/24 Grant St are brand new so as well as being in a central location will be part of the Federal Budget’s priorities to boost housing supply by explicitly limiting negative gearing and capital gains tax to new builds.

Available off the plan at $4.3m, the development is close to Noosa Junction as well as Hastings St, and with other major developments scheduled for the area.

They will have lift access, and three/four-car garages.

STYLE, SPACE AND SERENITY

Architect designed and surrounded by nature, a private, single-level home in Noosa Heads combines style, space and serenity.

Gillian McCauley and Shane McCauley of

Richardson & Wrench Noosa are taking the three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car house at 29 Bumpy Ash Lane to auction Saturday, 20 June, at 12pm.

“This is a good property and has been popular,’’ Shane said. “We have seen interstate retirees looking to relocate.

“They have shown interest, and it has use of the pool, tennis court and gym as part of the Elysium estate’s country club.

“There is nothing to do at the property, and it is very private.

“Locals are looking to upgrade in regard to quality and position, as well as it being a lowmaintenance property.’’

Backing onto a conservation park and with one neighbour, the house offers tranquillity, while soaring ceilings and expansive glass create a sleek, modern feel.

The living areas open to an entertaining deck with bushland views.

The designer kitchen impresses with a statement stone waterfall benchtop, oversized island, premium appliances and a generous butler’s pantry. A separate media room adds versatility.

The luxurious main bedroom suite comes complete with plush carpeting, serene leafy outlooks, a dual walk-through robe and an elegant

featuring a free-standing

and floor-to-ceiling

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car riverside apartment at 18/210 Blakesley St, Tewantin, goes to auction Saturday, 20 June, at 10am. (555406)

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car riverside apartment at 18/210 Blakesley St, Tewantin, goes to auction Saturday, 20 June, at 10am. (555406)

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car riverside apartment with pool at 1/161-163 Gympie Tce, Noosaville, goes to auction at 1pm Saturday, 20 June. (555406)

A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car riverside apartment with pool at 1/161-163 Gympie Tce, Noosaville, goes to auction at 1pm Saturday, 20 June. (555406)

Positioned at the opposite end of the home, the two extra bedrooms cfeature built-in robes and easy access to the main bathroom.

There is an oversized double garage with extra storage, a separate lock-up shed, internal laundry and a convenient powder room.

As a resident of Elysium estate, there is access to the country club including a lap pool, gym, tennis courts, clubroom, lounge and barbecue areas.

FRONT-ROW SEATS

“It’s a great spot … arguably one of most affordable townhouses on Gympie Terrace.’’

Nathan Howie and Jack Newton of Noosa Estate Agents are taking a three-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car riverside townhome with pool at 1/161-163 Gympie Tce, Noosaville, to auction at 1pm Saturday, 20 June.

“There have been amazing numbers at open houses,’’ Nathan said. “The best attendance in recent months.

“It’s what everybody seems to be looking for. Size and location … and ideal for holiday or permanent living.

“There is definitely local interest and from Brisbane.

“The locals have lived in the areas and upsized over the years. Now they are looking to downsize and have low maintenance.

“They are looking for a view while appreciating the fact they will still be among friends in the community.’’

“It’s stunning, really, especially in this weather.’’

Set within the exclusive Sonoma development, this home offers expansive indoor-outdoor living, a north-facing pool, wrap-around entertaining terrace and premium kitchen

Hidden behind private gates and framed by pandanus palms, a striking timber-and-glass pivot door opens to soaring ceilings, soft natural light, and honed limestone floors throughout the interiors.

Spacious open-plan living and dining areas spill outdoors through almost invisible sliding doors.

At the heart is a wrap-around terrace beside

the pool and tranquil water feature.

The kitchen is stylish, functional, and connected to the terrace by means of a servery window. Premium appliances include an Glem Gas five-burner oven and Miele appliances, good storage, and a large stone island bench that’s equally suited to family breakfasts or holiday feasts.

Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms offer a peaceful retreat, river-view terrace, window seat, custom storage, walk-in dressing room, dedicated study nook, and a luxurious ensuite with double walk-in shower and twin stone vanities.

FAMILY HOME NEAR THE RIVER

Nathan and Jack are also taking a five-bedroom, three-bathroom, three-car house with pool in Noosaville to auction at 11am on Saturday, 20 June.

The house at 6 Ely St was completed in 2022 by award-winning Edge Designer Homes. As well as multiple living zones and a resortstyle pool, there is a theatre room, office, and three-car garage. The house is fitted with solar,

ducted air-conditioning, and premium finishes throughout.

FORTHCOMING AUCTIONS

FRIDAY, 12 June

Noosa Heads

7/1 Hastings St: 1bed, 1bath, 1car beachfront apartment, 10am, Rick Daniel 0411 737 767

Coastal Noosa

Tinbeerwah

39 Smiths Rd: 2bed, 1bath house on 1.2ha, 12pm, Caroline Johnston 0409 953 311 Hinternoosa

SATURDAY, 13 June

Doonan

58 to 62 Marlock Ct: 4bed, 2bath, 3car house, pool, on 6829sq m, shed, dam, 2pm, Caroline Johnston 0409 953 311 Hinternoosa

Noosa Heads

2 Mirrabook Ct: 4bed, 3bath, 2car house, pool, on 626sq m, 3pm, Erica Newton 0410 603 519 Tom Offermann Real Estate.

18/2 - 10 BLAKESLEY ST REET , TEWANTI N

Imagine wakingeachmorning tosweeping water viewsacross aprotectedexpanseoftheNoosa River,withlushbushlandbeyondcreatingaserene naturalbackdrop. Welcome to apartment18atNoosa RiverQuays, atop floor,end-position residence that representstheabsolutepinnacleofriversideliving inthissought-afterboutique complexofjust20 apartments.This residencehasbeenmeticulously

renovatedandupgraded overrecentyears;fromthe state-of-the-artzonedductedair-conditioningtothe kitchenwithstonebenchesandpremiumappliances. Thisismore thananapartment,it’s ameticulously craftedriversidesanctuaryin asecurecomplex wherecommunity spirit,naturalbeauty,andvillage convenienceconvergeperfectly.

Auction

Saturday 20June10.00am

View Saturday 3.00pm -3.30pm

Agent StevenField 0447915953 steven@offermann.com.au

16 SEAVIEWTERR ACE, SUNSHINEBEACH

TradetheeverydayforthemagnetismofSeaview Terraceand aluxuryseasidesanctuary,seducing escapes to a‘salty’getaway closetotoes-in-the-sand ofSunshineBeach.Thegenerousyet serenesculpted multi-levelbeachhouse,fringedandenhanced by layers ofnativegardens,issequesteredin rainforest evokingprivacyand mystery. Itdefinesthelush streetscapesfromthefrontas wellastherearaccess.

Take thepathwayandbepreparedforwonderful surprises.Thespectaculartimberandglass-panedentry doormagicallyteases,steppingintothefoyer,divulging loftyceilings,pasteltiled floors andthoughtfuldesign. Banks ofdisappearingdoorsontheNWsideopen to undercoverterraceson twosides,suggestingbreakfast withbirdsongandnumerousentertainingoptions. A 5 B 4 C 2 D

Auction

Saturday 11July11.00am

View

Saturday 11.00am -11.30am

Wednesday11.30am-12.00pm

Agent StevenField 0447915953 steven@offermann.com.au

14 BW YA NDRA ST REET , NOOSAHEADS

PalmSprings-inspiredandundeniablysophisticated, thisbrand-newresidence deliversa remarkablelifestyle intheheartofNoosaHeads.Strikingarchitecture, lushtropicallandscapingand asoft coastalpalette createanunforgettable firstimpression,whilelightfilledinteriorsandsoaring ceilingsevoke asenseof calmluxurythroughout.Designedforeffortlessliving andentertaining, expansiveopen-planspaces flow

to generousalfrescoterracesandasparklingpool. Thebespoke kitchenis amasterpieceofformand function, complementedbypremiumappliancesand refined finishes.BuiltbyArchendanddesigned byMolti, thehomeshowcases exceptionalcraftsmanshipand enduringquality.JustmomentsfromNoosaJunction, HastingsStreet and MainBeach,thisis contemporary Noosalivingatits finest

Price $3M

View

Saturday 11.00am -11.30am

Agent JesseStowers 0414367282 jesse@offermann.com.au

3/43 DUKE ST REET , SUNSHINEBEACH

PositionedintightlyheldSunshineVista,thisNorthfacingapartment capturestheessenceofrelaxed SunshineBeachliving,justmomentsfromthevillage andpatrolledshoreline.Held by thesamefamilyfor 37 years,thesingle-levelresidenceoffersgenerous proportions,privacyand excitingfuturepotential. Expansiveopen-planliving flowsseamlesslybetween thekitchen,diningandloungeareas,while oversized

bedrooms,includingaspaciousmainsuitewithspa ensuite,ensureexceptionalcomfort.Tranquilgarden outlooksand resort-styleamenitiesincluding aheated pool,BBQ terrace,secureparking,lift accessandonsite managementcomplete thisoutstandinglifestyle andinvestmentopportunity inoneofNoosa’smost covetedbeachsideenclaves.

Price $1.65M

View

Saturday 10.00am -10.30am

Agent JesseStowers 0414367282 jesse@offermann.com.au

10

Privatelysetwithinan exclusivegatedenclave,this rare 1,161m²parcelofferssweepingcoastalviewsfrom SunshineBeach to distantheadlands.Elevatedto capturecoolingseabreezesandabundantnaturallight, itbacksontothelushNoosaNational Park,blending oceanoutlookwithbushlandserenityand complete privacy.

Accessedvia aprivateroadandsurrounded by highqualityhomes,it’stheperfectcanvasfor alandmark residence.JustminutesfromSunshineBeachVillage andpristinebeaches,thisis atruly exceptionalcoastal opportunity.

Price $4.8M View

Saturday 10.00am -10.30am

Agent

Tim McSweeney 0411122331

tim@offermann.com.au

9/11 HENDERSON ST REET , SUNSHIN EB EACH

Imagine wakingin yourmainbedroom to theshimmerofthe CoralSea,orsettling ontoyoureast-facing terrace withmorning coffeeasthesunclimbshigher.This isthekindofoutlookthatmakes everyday livingfeellike apermanentholiday. Footstepsfromthesandandset intheheartofSunshineBeach,thisbeautifully renovatedbeachside residence inthesought-afterSundancercomplex isperfectly suited to investors,thoselookingfor alock-and-leave Noosagetaway,or even your ownseaside residence.Thepatrolledbeach,shops, cafes,and restaurantsarealla short stroll away

A 2 B 2 C 1 D

Auction Saturday 11July12.00pm

View

Sat &Thur1-1.30pm

9C APRI CO UR T, NOOSAHEADS

Agent StevenField 0447915953 steven@offermann.com.au

Privatelypositionedwithin apeacefulcul-de-sac,9 Capri Courtdeliversspace, serenityand exceptional convenience,justmomentsfromthevibrantheartof NoosaJunction.Light-filledinteriorswelcomewithaninvitinglivingzone, flowing to aprivatealfrescoterracedesignedforeffortlessentertainingand relaxed coastal living.

At its centre,the well-appointedkitchenoffersgenerousstorage,breakfastbar seatingandseamlessconnection to diningandoutdoorspaces.Thetranquilmaster suiteenjoys courtyard accessanda leafyoutlook,whilethreeadditionalbedrooms provide comfortableaccommodationforfamilyorguests. Beyond,the expansivereargardenpresents excitingpotentialfora poolorfuture extension,withscope tocapitaliseonelevatedviewsacrosstheNational Parkand coastline.

A 4 B 2 C 2

Price $1.875M

View

Saturday 10-10.30am Wednesday 12-12.30pm

Agent TiffanyWilson 0468922519

tiffany@offermann.com.au

ELEVATION, LIGHT, NATIONAL PARK VISTA

SAVOUR the protected, elevated, northeasterly vista across Noosa National Park in all its glory, showcased from the expansive wraparound timber deck and toast the good life every single day in privacy, comfort, and style.

This high-set family home is perfectly positioned on its fully fenced 626m2 corner block to maximise natural light, cooling breezes, elevation, privacy, and outlook; plus, located in a quiet, family-friendly leafy cul-de-sac just minutes to major amenities, the river, and the beach, there is so much to love.

Across two levels the floor plan facilitates not only good separation but also versatile options: the fourth bedroom is on the lower level with an adjacent bathroom and could be utilised as a home office/salon or converted into dual living for the extended family or income stream, with the addition of a kitchenette.

Current owners have not only impeccably maintained the home and gardens but have also invested in significant improvements and updates including new kitchen with walk-in pantry, new bathrooms, new plumbing and waterproofing, new pool equipment, new Pacific Rose timber decking, new external cladding, and installing a 6.5kW solar system with battery.

There is a catalogue of additional features that enhance value and appeal including hardwood timber flooring and raked ceilings in living and kitchen, split system air-conditioning, ceiling fans, luxe freestanding bath in family bathrooms and floor to ceiling tiles in both upstairs bathrooms, quality appliances including gas cooktop, stone benches and attractive mosaic splashback, security mesh to all external windows and doors, and generous storage. And that is just the inside!

Let us now go outside where the focus is oriented around relaxation, celebration, and leisure time. A sun-drenched saltwater pool will be popular with children and adults alike; there is also a cosy terrace with a pizza oven and built-in BBQ; plus, a firepit area which truly comes into its own on beautiful, clear, crisp Queensland winter’s evenings.

With well-established, landscaped, low maintenance native and tropical gardens with no grass to mow and a dedicated space onsite to park a boat or caravan; it is a garden to enjoy, complementing the home’s ambience, and requiring minimal effort to keep it looking amazing!

Located within walking distance to parks/ playgrounds and Noosa Junction for boutique dining, shopping, and entertainment; plus less than 10 minutes’ drive to Noosa River, Gympie Terrace dining, Hastings Street, Noosa

HOME ESSENTIALS

Main Beach (12-minute cycle), Noosa Farmers Markets, sporting fields, public and private schools, and Noosa Civic shopping centre – the convenience is exceptional.

“This is absolutely the type and style of family home always sought-after, offering an impressive suite of lifestyle features, excellent functionality, and of course there’s those neverto-be-built out views of Noosa National Park,” enthuses Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Erica Newton.

“Quite the crowd-pleaser there is something (and more) for all family members to adore. This property is going to attract a high volume of interest and the next owners will have so much to look forward to from Spring 2026 and beyond.”

Insider Intel:

• Land size: 626m2

• Internal area: 211m2

• External area: 115m2

• About: high-set family home on north facing corner block; potential for dual living/home business on lower level; light-filled living/dining with raked ceilings & timber floors; fully tiled modern bathrooms; expansive Pacific Rose decking & alfresco entertaining; glorious, protected views across Noosa National Park; DLUG + parking for extra vehicles including caravan/boat space

• Fixtures/fittings: ceiling fans; split system air-conditioner in living; new plumbing & water proofing in all wet areas; security mesh on external windows & doors; stacker doors to deck; 6.5kW solar with battery

• Kitchen: fully updated modern kitchen; stone benches; mosaic tiled splashback; WIP; gas cooktop; quality appliances; water filter; generous storage

• Exterior: full fenced block + electronic gate; landscaped native & tropical gardens; dedicated firepit zone; saltwater pool with new equipment; alfresco terrace with pizza oven & BBQ

• Location: quiet cul-de-sac within walking distance to parks/playgrounds, Noosa Junction shopping & dining; cycling distance (or 40 min walk) to Noosa Main Beach; short drive to farmers’ markets, local schools, Noosa Civic, & river

Address: 2 Mirrabook Court, NOOSA HEADS Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage

Inspect: Friday 5.00pm-5.30pm and Saturday 2.30pm and auction at 3pm

Auction: Saturday 13 June 3pm

Contact: Erica Newton 0410 603 519, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

HOME FOCUS

BEACHSIDE PRIVATE LIFESTYLE WITH BEACH ACCESS

THIS residence enjoys one of the most coveted privileges in Sunshine Beach: direct access to the surf and sand via a private back-gate pathway. From the pool area, a sandy trail leads straight to the beach, giving all the benefits of absolute beachfront living-daily swims, barefoot sunrise walks, and the soothing rhythm of the ocean just steps away.

There are also homes that whisper of luxury, and then there are homes that express it with quiet confidence. At 21 Crank Street, Sunshine Beach, you find the latter-a contemporary coastal sanctuary that blends architectural sophistication with the effortless ease of true beachside living.

Completely renovated to an exacting standard, the transformation was guided by two architectural minds working in concert: Noel Robinson, NRA Architects, and Noffke Architects.

Here, the language of modern luxe is spoken fluently-felt in every curve, every surface, every sweep of glass that draws the ocean into daily life. This is more than a residence; it is a statement of lifestyle, a declaration of intent, and an address that elevates the life lived within it.

Perched on the east-facing ridge, the home captures one of the rarest luxuries of coastal living: unbroken ocean views that expand endlessly toward the horizon, paired with a level stroll into the heart of Sunshine Beach village and its iconic Surf Club. To live here is to be cocooned in privacy while remaining deeply connected to the community’s vibrant coastal culture.

Contemporary architecture, at its best, responds to place. This home embraces its elevated position with expansive east-facing glazing that welcomes natural light from dawn to dusk. The ocean becomes a living artworkits colours, energy and moods changing throughout the day.

At the heart of the residence, open-plan living spaces bring kitchen, dining and lounge together in a seamless orchestration of light and proportion. The kitchen is both a chef’s workspace and an entertainer’s stage: sleek cabinetry, abundant storage, integrated appliances, and a sculptural island bench that gathers family and friends effortlessly. From here, the ocean remains a constant backdrop.

The outdoors becomes a natural extension of the home. The terrace is not merely an alfresco dining zone-it is a living room beneath open skies, cooled by sea breezes and accompanied by the soundtrack of rolling surf.

Below, the resort-style pool glistens beneath the Queensland sun. Designed with the aesthetics of a boutique retreat, it is the perfect setting for family afternoons, lively gatherings, or moments of quiet indulgence. Thoughtful landscaping ensures privacy, while the level grassed area offers an easy, usable space for children and pets.

With four bedrooms and three bathrooms,

HOME ESSENTIALS

the home accommodates family and guests with understated luxury. The master suite, positioned to maximize panoramic ocean views, is a true retreat-where dawn light washes across the horizon and the rhythm of the waves greets each day. The additional bedrooms are generous and beautifully considered, ideal for family, guests, or creative spaces.

Nature is ever-present here. The horizon shifts with the seasons-turquoise calm, silver dawn, dramatic storm fronts. Dolphins regularly play in these waters; whales migrate past; seabirds trace arcs across the surf. It is coastal living in its purest form.

With direct private beach access, the patrolled surf beach becomes your backyardoffering morning swims, surf breaks, and easy strolls to the Sunshine Beach Surf Club, where community spirit and oceanfront dining meet.

Beyond Sunshine Beach, Noosa’s cosmopolitan charms await. Hastings Street’s boutiques, galleries, and fine dining are close by, as are the pristine walking trails of Noosa National Park. From sunrise surfs to sunset cocktails, every day offers a new rhythm.

For those seeking a residence of rare quality, amenity, and location, 21 Crank Street awaits-a home where architecture, lifestyle, and the ocean exist in perfect harmony.

• 4 bedrooms

• 3 bathrooms

• 2 Car secure lock-up garage

• Swimming pool w entertaining facilities completely plumbed with refrigeration and BBQ.

• direct access to walkway to beach.

Address: 21 Crank Street, SUNSHINE BEACH Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage

Contact: Tom Offermann 0412 711 888 and Tiffany Wilson 0468 922 519, TOM OFFERMANN

• refurbished pool & new pool heater.

• pool entertaining area has BBQ with water & sewage connected

• the house screen is made from accoya timber that has a 50 year warranty.

• it has 3 coats of stain & 5 coats to end grain. All frame is aluminium with ss fixings.

• roof is aluminium with welded seam stainless gutters.

• 50 solar panels on the roof.

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• A permanent ladder has been built in to allow easy access to the area for access to the aircon units.

• air conditioning throughout house including garages.

• electric sun blinds to west side of house.

• electric car fast charger.

• Liebherr wine preservation fridge

• New Miele washer & dryer.

• full inventory included

SUNNY TOP FLOOR SEBEL APARTMENT

APARTMENT 234 is situated on the top floor looking east for that winter morning sun, with a large terrace and a private leafy outlook. The apartment is perfect for those looking for the quiet lifestyle and still having access to Noosa’s main beach and all those things that make Hastings Street famous. 234 is a sleek,

HOME ESSENTIALS

modern, and comfortable property tastefully appointed and well equipped located within the Sebel Noosa right slap bang in the middle of Hastings Street it is an absolute delight. The clever design, with connecting doors between the living, bathroom, and bedroom areas, ensures that there is still space to rest and relax. The apartment is within a complex that

offers a number of shared facilities including a lovely pool area, electric BBQs, a 24-hour gym, and on-site coffee and wine bar. There is lift access from the secure on title car park to the apartment on the top floor.

• Sunny top floor apartment with a leafy aspect

• Situated right on hasting street opposite Noosa beach

Address: 234/32 Hastings Street, NOOSA HEADS Description: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 garage Price: $1.595Million Inspect: By Appointment

Contact: Frank Milat 0438 528 148 and Shane McCauley 0403 646 930, RICHARDSON AND WRENCH NOOSA

AUCTION

• Access to main pool, gym, spa, kids pool, BBQ and lift access

• Direct street access to Noosa’s finest dining and boutique shopping

• New stacker doors and upgraded air con throughout

• Laundry facilities in the apartment

• Private and secure car parking on title

A Statement in Style, Space & Serenity

Architecturally designed and surrounded by nature, this private single-level home offers light-filled living beside a conservation park. Soaring ceilings and expansive glass create a sleek modern feel, flowing to an entertaining deck with bushland views. Featuring a designer kitchen, media room, luxurious master retreat and access to premium Elysium facilities.

On-site 20th June 12pm

Gillian McCauley 0467 600 009 Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 5447 4499 Richardson&Wrench 23 Hastings Street, Noosa

Hidden Serenity In The Heart of Little Cove

Walk everywhere, escape everything. Positioned within Noosa’s most exclusive enclave, this new architecturally designed residence offers an extraordinarily rare lifestyle where the beach, Hastings Street and Noosa National Park exist quite literally at your doorstep, yet the home itself feels completely private, peaceful and removed from the world around it. 6 Mitti Street Little Cove Noosa Heads

Price $12M

James Callianiotis 0418 794 970 noosarealestate.xyz

David Conolly Century21 0438 259 956

Architectural Sanctuary in Little Cove

Positioned within the lush, whisper-quiet hillside of Little Cove, this architecturally designed sanctuary by acclaimed architect Alan Starkey is a rare composition of structure, light and landscape where refined design meets the raw natural beauty of Noosa’s coastline.

Privately positioned on an elevated 658sqm corner allotment with dual street frontage, the residence unfolds beyond manicured subtropical gardens into a series of beautifully connected spaces designed not simply for living, but for feeling.

Front Row Noosa River Living

Wake to sparkling river views and embrace effortless coastal luxury in this beautifully designed Sonoma residence. Featuring expansive indooroutdoor living, a north-facing pool, wraparound entertaining terrace, premium kitchen, and luxurious accommodation throughout, all just moments from Noosa’s cafés, boutiques, parklands, and Hastings Street. A rare opportunity to secure front-row riverside living in one of Noosa’s most coveted locations.

6 ELY STREET, NOOSAVILLE

Modern family living in Noosaville completed in 2022 by awardwinning Edge Designer Homes, this spacious 5-bedroom residence offers effortless indoor-outdoor living with multiple living zones, a resort-style pool, theatre room, office and 3-car garage. Positioned on a private 600m² block with solar, ducted air conditioning and premium finishes throughout, all just moments from the Noosa River and Noosa lifestyle.

INSPECT SAT, 13TH OF JUNE AT 12 PM & WED, 17TH OF JUNE AT 11 AM

Auction: Saturday, 20th of June at 11:00 AM

NATHAN HOWIE 0414 424 333

JACK NEWTON 0418 332 247

Araluen

Saturday13thJune

8.00AM -8.30AM71AtkinsonRd 422 $1.7M RealcorpInternational0418794970

8.00AM -8.30AM 101 NashRd 000 ContactAgentRealcorpInternational0418794970

Belli Park

Saturday13thJune

1.00PM -1.30PM 19 LockesLane 328 OffersOver$2,100,000 Hinternoosa0404344399

Cooroy

Saturday13thJune

12.30PM -1.00PMUnit1/16a KauriStreet 211 OffersOver$799,000 Hinternoosa0422923851

2.30PM -3.00PM 11 WattleStreet 221 Offersfrom$869,000 Hinternoosa0415111 370

Cootharaba

Saturday13thJune

10.00AM -10.30AM334LakeFlat Road 544 O/O$1,650,000 ConsideredLaguna RealEstate0411328488

Doonan

Saturday13thJune

9.00AM -9.30AM23 ValleyCourt4 22 OffersOver$1,899,000 Hinternoosa0404344399

10.00AM -11.00AM86LagunaGrove 532 Offersover$1,720,000 SuzieMcDonald RealEstate0420874813

1.00PM -1.30PM58to62MarlockCourt4 23 AuctionHinternoosa0409953311

Eumundi

Saturday13thJune

10.15AM -10.45AM210LoneHand Road 438 ContactAgentHinternoosa0404344399

LakeMacDonald

Saturday13thJune

11.30AM -12.00PM 129ForestAcresDrive4 23 Offersover$1,495,000Hinternoosa0404344399

NoosaHeads

Thursday11thJune

10.00AM -10.30AM 14/1Picture PointCrescent 321 $3,250,000 McLureRealEstate0400084975

11.00AM -11.30AM 147/1EdgarBennettAvenue 221 $1,390,000

McLureRealEstate0400084975

12.00PM -12.30PM7/1HastingsStreet 111 AuctionCoastalNoosa0411737 767

1.00PM -1.30PM63/52HastingsStreet 221 $1,750,000 McLureRealEstate0400084975

Friday12thJune

11.00AM -11.30AM5/42HastingsStreet 321 $3,590,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0414367282

12.00PM -12.30PM26/6QuambyPlace 11 -$2,350,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0417600 840 5.00PM -5.30PM 2MirrabookCourt4 32 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0410603519

Saturday13thJune

9.45AM -10.15AM541/61NoosaSpringsDrive 443 GUIDE$3,495,000 Prestige PropertyGroupNoosa0415558656

10.00AM -10.45AM 11 Kareela Avenue 422 CallAgentRealcorpInternational0418794970

10.00AM -10.30AM 154/61NoosaSpringsDr 322 $1.95million JoeLangley RealEstate0417753961

10.00AM -10.30AM 9CapriCourt4 22 $1,875,000

TomOffermann RealEstate0468922519

10.00AM -11.00AM2/18GrantStreet 221 $1,215,000 Laguna RealEstate0428711163

10.00AM -10.30AM 14/1Picture PointCrescent 321 $3,250,000 McLureRealEstate0400084975

10.00AM -10.30AM 6WhiteBeechRoad 423 $2,395,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0423972034

10.00AM -10.30AM3/4EdgarBennettAvenue 221 $1,350,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0417600 840

10.30AM -11.00AM232/61NoosaSpringsDrive

11.00AM -11.30AM 147/1EdgarBennettAvenue 221 $1,390,000 McLureRealEstate0400084975

11.00AM -11.30AM54TarinaStreet 432 ContactAgentTomOffermann

11.00AM -11.30AM 14BWyandraStreet

OPENHOMES

RealEstate0414367282 11.00AM -12.00PM 6MittiStreet 422 $12M RealcorpInternational0418794970 11.00AM -11.30AM314/61NoosaSpringsDr 332 $2.75million JoeLangley RealEstate0417753961 11.15AM -11.45AM 2SmokeBushDrive 434 GUIDE$2.3M PrestigePropertyGroupNoosa0415558656 12.00PM -12.30PM 10 Kareela Avenue 532 ContactAgent TomOffermann RealEstate0468922519 12.30PM -1.30PM 1614/3LakeviewRise 322 CallAgent RealcorpInternational0418794970 1.00PM -1.30PM3/8Bayview Road 321 $4,150,000TomOffermann RealEstate0468922519 2.00PM -2.30PM 11 KareelaAvenue 422 CallAgent RealcorpInternational0418794970 2.30PM -3.00PM 2MirrabookCourt4 32 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0410603519

Wednesday17thJune

12.00PM -12.30PM 9CapriCourt4 22 $1,875,000TomOffermann RealEstate0468922519

Noosaville

Saturday13thJune

9.00AM -9.30AM7 SatinwoodStreet 422 $1,249,000NoosaEstateAgents0418332247 10.00AM -10.30AM 3ColleyLane 522 Offers over$1,899,000Hinternoosa0404344399 10.00AM -10.30AM5/130Noosa Parade2 11 ByNegotiationLaguna RealEstate0434236 110 10.00AM -10.30AM3/8PortsideCrt3 22 $2,800,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893 10.00AM -10.30AM9/5BarbadosCrescent 221 O/O$1,295,000Cons.Laguna RealEstate0419332973 11.00AM -11.30AM4/7-11 JamesStreet 221 O/O$1,200,000Cons.Laguna RealEstate0419332973 11.00AM -11.30AM 11/279 Weyba Road 321 Offers Over$1,265,000NoosaEstateAgents0418332247 11.00AM -11.30AM 19 SternlightStreet 422 $2,350,000TomOffermann RealEstate0423972034 11.00AM -11.30AM25 RoseAshCrescent 422 $1,750,000Laguna RealEstate0434236 110 12.00PM -12.30PM3/229-231GympieTerrace 32+2 $3,950,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893 1.00PM -1.30PM3/213GympieTce 221 $1,950,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893

Tuesday16thJune

11.00AM -11.30AM4/7-11 JamesStreet 221 O/O$1,200,000Cons.Laguna RealEstate0419332973

Wednesday17thJune

10.00AM -10.30AM5/130Noosa Parade2 11 ByNegotiationLaguna RealEstate0434236 110 11.00AM -11.30AM 19 SternlightStreet 422 $2,350,000TomOffermann RealEstate0423972034 12.00PM -12.30PM 7SatinwoodStreet 422 $1,249,000NoosaEstateAgents0418332247 12.00PM -12.30PM9/5BarbadosCrescent 221 O/O$1,295,000Cons.Laguna RealEstate0419332973 12.00PM -12.30PM3/229-231GympieTerrace 32+2 $3,950,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893 1.00PM -1.30PM3/213GympieTerrace 221 $1,950,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893

PeregianBeach

Saturday13thJune

11.00AM -11.30AM 9ShearwaterStreet 532 $4,995,000TomOffermann RealEstate0413319 879 1.00PM -1.30PM38 LowryStreet 534 $3,450,000TomOffermann RealEstate0413319 879 2.00PM -2.30PM21 KestrelCrescent 442

PeregianSprings

Saturday13thJune

Pinbarren

Saturday13thJune 1.00PM -1.30PM 152PomonaKinKinRoad

Pomona

Saturday13thJune

OPENHOMES

SunshineBeach

Saturday13thJune

9.00AM -9.30AM21CrankStreet 432 ContactAgentTomOffermann RealEstate0468922519

10.00AM -10.30AM 10 CoralSeaCourt- $4,800,000TomOffermann RealEstate0411122331

10.00AM -10.30AM3/43DukeStreet 221 $1,650,000

TomOffermann RealEstate0414367282

10.00AM -10.45AM31WhaleDr 422 ContactAgentSun &Sage RealEstate0407968300

11.00AM -11.30AM 16 SeaviewTerrace 542 Auction

TomOffermann RealEstate0447915953

11.00AM -11.45AM8/56DukeStreet 322 Offersfrom$3.29MSun &Sage RealEstate0407968300

12.00PM -12.30PM3/1 FerrisStreet 321 $2,095,000

1.00PM -1.30PM9/11HendersonStreet 221 Auction

TomOffermann RealEstate0447915953

TomOffermann RealEstate0447915953

4.15PM -4.45PM22EnterpriseStreet 342 ContactAgentTomOffermann RealEstate0447915953

Wednesday17thJune

11.30AM -12.00PM 16 SeaviewTerrace 542 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0447915953 Thursday18thJune

1.00PM -1.30PM9/11HendersonStreet 221 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0447915953

AuctionDiary

2.00PM -2.30PM58to62MarlockCourt 423 AuctionHinternoosa0409953311

NoosaHeads

Friday12thJune 10.00AM -10.30AM7/1HastingsStreet 111 AuctionCoastalNoosa0411737 767

Saturday13thJune

3.00PM -3.30PM 2MirrabookCourt4 32 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0410603519 Saturday20thJune 12.00PM -12.30PM29BumpyAshLane 322 AuctionOn-site20 JuneRichardson &WrenchNoosa0467600009

Noosaville

4.00PM -4.30PM 14 AdaStreet 324 PresentalloffersLaguna RealEstate0438026300

11.00AM -11.30AM 14 AdaStreet 324 PresentalloffersLaguna RealEstate0438026300 12.00PM -12.30PM 9GumnutCourt3 13 $1,150,000.00Laguna RealEstate0411774 699

3.00PM -3.30PM 18/2-10BlakesleyStreet 321 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0447915953

Wednesday17thJune

11.00AM -11.30AM 14 AdaStreet 324 PresentalloffersLaguna RealEstate0438026300

12.30PM -1.00PM 18/2-10BlakesleyStreet 321 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0447915953 Tinbeerwah

Friday12thJune

11.00AM -12.00PM39Smiths Road 210 AuctionHinternoosa0409953311

-10.30AM1/161-163GympieTerrace 322

11.00AM -11.30AM 6ElyStreet 533 AuctionNoosaEstateAgents0418332247

SunshineBeach

Saturday13thJune

11.00AM -11.30AM6/21 ParkCrescent 321 AuctionCentury21ConollyHayGroup0438259956 12.00PM -12.30PM2/25 ParkCrescent 32 2AuctionCentury21ConollyHayGroup0438259956

Saturday11thJuly

11.00AM -11.30AM 16 SeaviewTerrace 542 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0447915953 12.00PM -12.30PM9/11 HendersonStreet 221 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0447915953

Tewantin

Saturday20thJune

10.00AM -10.30AM 18/2-10BlakesleyStreet 321 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0447915953

Tinbeerwah

Friday12thJune

9.00AM -9.30AM35StevensStreet 422 PriceUponApplicationHinternoosa0415111 370

12.00PM -12.30PM39SmithsRoad 210 AuctionHinternoosa0409953311

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•Solid brickand tilesinglelevelfamily homeon a609m2allotment

•4 carpeted bedrooms,ensuiteand main bathroomin excellent condition

•Wellappointedkitchenwith plentyof storageand agardenoutlook

•Moveinand enjoythe light filledlivingarea,tiledfloorsand aircon

•Coveredoutdoorentertainingspacewithlandscapedgardens

•Bushlandbackdropwithnorearneighboursensures privacy

•Room fora pool,shedorcabana; doublelockupgarage

•Short walk to NoosaJunction;drive 3minutes to HastingsStreetand MainBeach.

ELEVATED LIVING WITH CAPTIVATING VIEWS

“ON The Terrace” is an exclusive residential complex of just 10 apartments positioned on iconic Gympie Terrace.

Designed with owner occupation, seasonal living or permanent rental in mind, the complex occupies a generous 2,711m² site with vehicle access from Elizabeth Street and secure private garaging.

At the centre of the development, a beautifully designed podium courtyard features a 12.5m lap pool, gazebo and barbecue area, creating a relaxed resort-style setting between the front and rear buildings.

What makes this location truly special are the sweeping views across the Noosa River, a vibrant aquatic playground framed by manicured parklands and a picturesque riverside promenade directly opposite.

Gympie Terrace is renowned for its relaxed village atmosphere with boutique shopping, restaurants, cafes and waterfront walking paths all just moments from your door, while a short drive places you at Hastings Street, Laguna Bay and the spectacular Noosa National Park. The apartment features:

• Elevator access to expansive one level apartment

HOME ESSENTIALS

• Fully air-conditioned with three generous bedrooms

• Two elegant vitrified-tiled bathrooms plus powder room and spa

• 2pac designer kitchen with Bosch appliances

• Pantry, additional bar/bar fridge/sink area, study nook, laundryt

• Tiled flooring throughout, carpeted bedrooms

• Generous north-facing terrace, excellent river views

• Sound-rated 10.8mm thick glass sliding doors

• C-Bus smart wiring and lighting, vacuum system

• Secure car accommodation, private storeroom on title

A quality complex designed by Andrew

McKellar this tightly held address on Gympie Terrace continues to show exceptional long-term growth. With the Noosa River at your doorstep and one of Noosaville’s most sought-after lifestyle locations, astute buyers and investors recognise this as Premium Real Estate.

Address: 3/229 Gympie Terrace, NOOSAVILLE Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: $3,950,000 Inspect: Saturday and Wednesday 12.00-12.30pm

Contact: Melanie Butcher 0407 379 893, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

WATERFRONT LIVING, WRAPAROUND YARD

SET within a boutique waterfront complex on the Noosa Waters Canal, this generous sized end townhouse enjoys a prized north-east aspect and an easy, relaxed lifestyle.

KEY FEATURES AT A GLANCE:

• Boutique waterfront complex on the Noosa Waters Canal

• Generous sized end townhouse with an enviable north east aspect

• Offering a huge exclusive use fenced wraparound yard

• Room for your boat/caravan with a secure kids’ grassy play area

• Fresh, quality renovations with an easy indoor/outdoor flow

• Kitchen and lounge areas lead to several covered outdoor terraces

• Enjoy the privacy of your own spa; study nook; lockup garage plus parking space

• Throw in a fishing line, paddle your kayak, stroll 200 mts to the Noosa Yacht Club

• Meander the Noosa River walkways to popular restaurants and boutiques

• A fantastic central location close to all amenities, Hasting Street 10 minutes

• Low maintenance, low body corps

• Low stress investment and lifestyle

HOME ESSENTIALS

Freshly renovated to a high standard, the home offers a seamless indoor/outdoor flow, with the stylish, functional kitchen and living areas opening to multiple covered terraces—

perfect for entertaining or unwinding by the water. There’s also the added enjoyment of your own private spa on the covered deck - picture yourself lounging at happy hour with a cool drink

Address: 3/8 Portside Court, NOOSAVILLE Description: 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: $2,800,000 Inspect: Saturday 10.00-10.30am

Contact: Melanie Butcher 0407 379 893, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

and a stunning sunset show!

A standout feature is the large, exclusiveuse wraparound yard, fully fenced and ideal for families and a pet, with space for a boat or caravan, plenty of room for kids to play, along with a lockup garage, additional parking and two sheds. You’ll enjoy the separate study nook, plus there’s a separate laundy/powder room on the ground floor providing convenience and the apartment is airconditioned with ceiling fans for year round comfort.

There are lovely garden views from most rooms. Two bedrooms have built-in robes, the master boasts an elegant ensuite.

This is a location that truly embraces the Noosa lifestyle. Cast a fishing line from nearby, paddle a serene morning kayak on the canal, or enjoy a short 200m stroll to the Noosa Yacht Club for casual meals and live music. Scenic river walkways lead you to an array of popular restaurants and boutiques, while Hastings Street is just a 10 minute drive away.

Low maintenance with low body corporate fees, this represents a stress free investment opportunity or an easy-care home offering a laidback waterfront lifestyle in a central, highly sought after setting.

4/7-11 JAmESSTREET,NOOSAVILLE

2 A 2 B 1 C D

•Set inthetightlyheldand well-managedMontpellierBoutique Resort

•North-facingfirstfloorapartmentoverlookingpoolsand gardens

•Fullyfurnishedand immaculatelymaintained,spaciousand light-filled

•Large main swimming area,separatespa,paddlingpoolall heated

•Peacefulandprivateona beautifultree-lined street closetothe river

•Easyflat walk to theriverfrontparklands,shops,cafes,and restaurants

•Fiveminutes by carorbus to HastingsStreetand NoosaMainBeach

•Apartmentsinthisresortand inthislocationaretightlyheld, so be quick to enquire!

FORSALE

O/O$1,200,000Considered VIEW Sat& Tues11-11.30am

melanie Butcher 0407379893

NoosaRiverFrontRow position

3/213 GympIETERRAcE,NOOSAVILLE

2 A 2 B 1 C D

Annepowell 0419332973

•Absolutefront rowNoosaRiver position,perfectly northfacing

•Boutique complexofonlyeight exclusiveresidences, quiet andsecure

•Beautifully renovated, freshcoastal styleinteriors,plantationshutters

•Two generousbedroomsand twosleekmodern bathrooms

•Openplanlivingflowingtolovelyriverviewsand warmingsunshine

•Stunningpoolarea,immaculate BBQ/recreationamenities

•Secureremoteaccess parking, petfriendly, appealinglow maintenance

•Walktocafes,restaurantsandNoosa YachtClub. Representing an exceptionallifestylein apremier precinct

FORSALE

$1,950,000

VIEW Sat& Wed1-1.30pm

melanieButcher 0407379893

mel@lagunarealestate.com.au