Noosa Today - 26th June 2026

Most ratepayers can expect an increase of 6.9 per cent or just over $134 a year following Noosa Council announcement of its 2026-27 Budget.

Mayor Frank Wilkie said the $200 million budget, adopted on Tuesday, had been developed against a backdrop of global uncertainty, supply chain pressures and rising costs for materials which continue to have a significant impact on our operating costs.

“The priority has been meeting community expectations, responding to rising costs and working to find the right balance,” he said.

Council’s financial sustainability has allowed it to respond in a disciplined, measured way and minimise the impacts of the recent land valuation

increases that averaged about 37 percent.”

The majority of owner-occupier ratepayers are on the minimum general rate. They can expect a total increase on their rates notice of $2.58 per week, which is $134.10 a year or 6.9 per cent.

Cr Wilkie said councillors were mindful of cost-of-living pressures faced by households and maintaining Noosa to the standard we all expect.

“We’ve kept the $77 on-time rates payment discount and the full pensioner rates rebate for eligible property owners.

“We’ve put a freeze on most levies, apart from a $5.55 increase in the Sustainable Transport levy to continue exploring ways to enhance transport options across the shire.

There’s a $56 million Capital Works program plus $29 million in disaster recovery work in the hinterland.

Cr Wilkie said Noosa’s waste bin collection charge remains among the lowest when benchmarked against other Queensland councils.

“The waste charge will increase by eight cents per week per residential ratepayer ($44 a year) to reflect rising costs of household waste collections and the state waste levy plus the need to invest in improving recycling options, and safety at the landfill site,” Cr Wilkie said.

“We’ve aimed to deliver a responsible, futurefocused budget that keeps pace with rising costs and continues to deliver and maintain the assets

Wearable art festival

By Steve Linnell

The Australian Wearable Art Festival (AWAF) is set to expand its creative footprint in 2027, launching a new national Student Showcase designed to inspire and support the next generation of wearable artists from across Australia.

The initiative, announced this week in partnership with St Andrew’s Anglican College, will invite Year 9 to Year 12 students nationwide to create and exhibit wearable artworks as part of a dedicated student showcase within the festival program.

The announcement comes as organisers put the finishing touches on the 2026 Australian Wearable Art Festival, which will be held on 11 July at Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort.

AWAF co-director Helen Perry said the Student Showcase had been part of the festival’s long-term vision for several years.

“One of the things we hear time and again from our artists is that wearable art changed the way they think about creativity,” Ms Perry said.

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and services underpinning Noosa’s quality of life,” he said.

Core services and initiatives of the 2026-27 Budget include:

• $19.1 million - Roads, bridges, and Transport Infrastructure

• $15.1 million – Resource recovery and waste management

• $6.8 million – Parks, public amenities, community facilities and sporting groups

• $2.8 million – pathways, boardwalks and trail network.

• $4.5 million – stormwater, coastal canals and waterways.

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“It encourages experimentation, problemsolving, sustainability, storytelling and innovation – all the skills we want young people developing.

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“With the festival continuing to grow nationally, it feels like the right time to create a dedicated platform where secondary students can be part of that creative ecosystem and showcase their work alongside one of Australia’s most exciting regional arts events.”

The new program aims to provide young creatives with opportunities to connect with professional artists, designers and industry mentors while experiencing a nationally recognised arts event.

The partnership builds on St Andrew’s Anglican College’s first year of involvement with the festival. Students have worked alongside acclaimed wearable artist Kym Cunningham to create a series of sculptural headpieces that will feature as interactive audience activations during this year’s event.

Principal Karen Gorrie said the initiative aligned closely with the college’s commitment to providing authentic learning opportunities beyond the classroom.

“St Andrew’s is incredibly proud to partner with the Australian Wearable Art Festival to launch the inaugural Student Showcase as part of the 2027 Festival,” Ms Gorrie said.

“As a college, we are deeply committed to providing opportunities beyond the classroom that complement learning and support students to explore their passions, build personal capacity and move confidently into their futures.”

She said the partnership would allow students to engage with creativity, innovation and personal expression in real-world environments while supporting a nationally recognised Sunshine Coast event.

The Student Showcase also complements the college’s growing investment in arts education, including its new Music and Performing Arts

Hub, due for completion in late 2026.

Ms Perry said wearable art offered a unique creative outlet because it blended fashion, sculpture, sustainability, performance and design.

“It is one of the most accessible and exciting ways for young people to engage with creativity because there are very few rules,” she said.

“We are incredibly excited about what stu-

dents across Australia will create when given the opportunity.”

Details of entry criteria, categories and key dates for the 2027 Student Showcase will be released following the 2026 festival.

• Australian Wearable Art Festival 2026

• Saturday 11 July 2026

• Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort, Twin Waters

What’s targeted in Budget

A $56 million Capital Works Budget in 2026–27 promises to deliver a targeted program to maintain and improve the essential assets, infrastructure and services that support the Noosa shire.

This year’s program includes more than 60 projects across coastal and hinterland locations, with a strong focus on renewing ageing infrastructure, enhancing transport and recreational networks, protecting the natural environment and delivering initiatives that promote accessibility and wellbeing.

“Together, these investments aim to maintain a high quality of life and support a connected, sustainable and resilient Noosa community,” Mayor Frank Wilkie said.

Headlining the program is a multi million dollar upgrade to Doonella Lake Bridge - one of Noosa’s busiest transport links, as well as responsible improvements to the shire’s road network and a critical expansion of the Noosa Resource Recovery Centre.

Cr Wilkie said the scale of this year’s capital budget reflects both community need and the realities of delivering infrastructure in a tough economic climate.

“Rising construction costs, supply chain pressures and a competitive contractor market continue to challenge councils across Australia. Despite this, we’re working hard to stretch every dollar and deliver the projects our community relies on,” Mayor Wilkie said.

Across the shire, more than $8 million has been allocated to major bridge renewals in Tewantin and Munna Point Bridge in Noosa Heads, ensuring these essential transport connections remain safe and reliable for decades to come.

“The Doonella Lake Bridge renewal, which starts from 6 July, is jointly funded by the Australian Government and will extend the life of this vital transport link by about 50 years,” Mayor Wilkie said.

Council has committed over $10 million to shire wide road reseals, heavy patching and gravel road network programs.

This includes $5.9 million for the annual road reseal program, $1.5 million for targeted safety upgrades on priority sections of unsealed roads and $511,000 to re-lay our gravel roads and to support the established scheduled road grading program.

“These investments help us better prioritise work across our 187 kilometre unsealed network,” Cr Wilkie said.

Waste infrastructure receives nearly $15 million toward improving resource recovery and recycling infrastructure. Subject to securing grant funding, a significant allocation has been set aside for a composting facility for the shire.

Safety and meeting government waste regulations at the Noosa Resource Recovery Centre and landfill is also high on the capital works program.

Recreational and community facilities benefit, with over $7 million directed toward upgrades at the Noosa Aquatic Centre, improvements to pathways and active transport infrastructure through the Accelerated Walking and Cycling Program and upgrades to the Cooroy Sports Complex.

“We’re fortunate to have received more than

$13 million from state and federal government grants to help us deliver a number of projects included in this budget, which is great news for our community,” Cr Wilkie said.

In addition to these projects, more than $29 million in disaster repair works is scheduled, fully funded through the state and federal disaster reconstruction program.

“Every project is more expensive to build due to global market volatility and rising costs of materials, so we are committed to delivering the essential infrastructure and maintaining what our community loves about Noosa.”

Capital Works Program highlights:

•$8.8 million – Expansion of the Noosa Resource Recovery Centre

•$7.8 million - Doonella Bridge renewal

•$5.9 million – Road reseal program

•$5.5 million – Doonan Landfill site upgrades

•$3.44 million – Stormwater drainage improvements across the shire

•$2.8 million – Pathway and boardwalk projects across the shire

•$2.49 million – Cooroy Sports Complex upgrade

•$1.61 million – road patching across the shire

•$1.5 million – Noosa Aquatic Centre pools filtration system upgrade

•$647,700 – Kingfisher Drive, Peregian, playground renewal

•$635,000 – Changing Places Facility, Gympie Terrace, Noosaville

•$486,831 – Living Foreshores Program, Hilton Esplanade

•$269,000 – Beach access renewals

•$238,620 – Noosa Leisure Centre renewals

•$210,200 – Renewal of rock armour around Noosa River, Noosaville

Divisional boundaries explored by Noosa councillors

By Margie Maccoll

Noosa Council will prepare a report on the possibility of the shire adopting divisional boundaries after councillors voted unanimously for it.

The project, put forward by Cr Karen Finzel is to provide a clear understanding of the process required if council were to elect to become a shire with divisional boundaries, identify the regulatory decision-making framework that would need to be undertaken and completed, outline the timeframe involved in the process as well as the cost and resources required to deliver the process.

“It’s timely in a situation where there’s a lot of change to look at the systems to see if they’re serving us now or into the future,” Cr Finzel told last week’s ordinary meeting.

“There’s a lot of change going on. The LGAQ

boundaries to the south and north of us are divisional and as we hedge towards growth in the region we need to be ready. This doesn’t mean the current processes aren’t working but I think it’s prudent to look at the best options available to us.”

Backing the investigation Cr Amelia Lorentson said all the report asked for was to tell us process, what the steps involved are and how much it would cost.

“Since de-amalgamation in 2014 Noosa has run as an undivided council. At that time that made sense, the shire was smaller. And the thinking was the whole shire representation would avoid fragmentation and there was strong support for it,” she said.

“That was over a decade ago and Noosa has grown since then and the issues we deal with today are more complex and community expecta-

tions of their councillors are as well. None of that means the undivided model is broken. It may still be delivering effective representation.”

Cr Lorentson pointed out the current councillors living across the shire at Boreen Point, the eastern beaches, Noosaville, Cooroy, Pomona and Tewantin provided a good representation of the shire but that may change in future elections.

She said residents had raised the possibility of councillors being elected to represent divisions.

“There are arguments on both sides,” she said.

“This doesn’t prejudge the issue. It’s an evidence-based decision if council decides to go down this path.”

Cr Brian Stockwell said both he and Cr Frank Wilkie had been councillors in both divisional and an undivided council.

“I’m most often asked why don’t we have divisions when I’m in the hinterland,” he said.

“In 1988 we had 13 councillors in five divisions, and a population of significantly less. That council decided to take five councillors out.

“I agree it’s time to bring it out in the open, let the community see both sides. If we were to adopt divisions it would be based on one vote one value, it’s most likely the hinterland would have locked in a smaller number of representatives.”

Cemetery plot changes

A new Legacy Plot Reservation Management Policy set to be implemented will create a clear and respectful process for the return of unused cemetery plots and long-held internment rights to Council.

Director of Community Services, Kerri Contini said the new policy, expected to be formally adopted at by Noosa Council, aims to address challenges created by long-standing unused reserved burial plots at the Tewantin, Pomona and Cooroy cemeteries.

“A recent review by Council found approximately 225 unused, reserved plots across our three cemeteries and with quite a high number of these plots being reserved many decades ago, it’s unclear whether many of them are still needed by those who reserved them,” Ms Contini said.

“While our Cooroy and Pomona cemeteries have ample space, Tewantin Cemetery is now at full capacity for traditional new burials and this uncertainty regarding plots has created a barrier for local families seeking burial options.

“This new policy introduces a structured and transparent process for Council to contact people who purchased plots 25 or more years ago, or their descendants and provide a 90-day response period to confirm their intention to retain the plot.

“In instances where a reserved plot is no longer needed, that plot can be returned to Council to become available for future community use.”

Brisbane resident Cazna Coombs recently contacted Council to arrange the interment of her late partner Trevor’s ashes and discovered he had reserved a burial plot in 1985 at Tewantin Cemetery beside his parents, Arthur and Eva.

Ms Coombs chose to return the plot, highlighting how unused reserved plots can be respectfully returned to Council when they are no longer required.

“When Trevor passed, it meant a great deal to me to honour his wish to be laid to rest with his mum and dad,” she said.

“Once I learned he already had a reserved burial plot beside them that he no longer needed, it just felt right to return it to Council so another family could use it.

“The process was simple and very respectful. Trevor’s ashes are now interred with his parents and I’ve also arranged for their headstone to be refurbished.

Bigger bins are coming!

Noosa residents are set to receive larger recycling bins following today’s $1.4 million Queensland Government funding announcement.

Council will roll out 360-litre recycling bins as part of its waste strategy, developed with the community in 2023, to increase recycling and reduce landfill.

Mayor Frank Wilkie welcomed the funding and said this will help residents recycle more and avoid overflowing recycle bins.

“This significant grant from the Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation’s Resource Recovery Boost Fund helps us deliver our waste strategy and supports the state’s recycling and waste diversion targets,” he said.

Council data shows more than half of the 240-litre household recycling bins emptied each fortnight are full or overflowing. As a result, extra recyclables often end up in general waste bins.

Council’s Waste and Resource and Recovery Manager Kyrone Dodd said too many recyclable items still go to landfill.

“Almost 20 per cent of our general waste still contains recyclable material,” Mr Dodd said.

“Landfill space is limited, so the more we can recycle, the longer we can make it last. These larger bins will make it easier for households to recycle more.”

Council expects the larger bins to divert an extra 975 tonnes of recyclable material from landfill each year.

“This initiative is also expected to deliver

long-term savings for ratepayers. It costs more than double to manage a tonne of general waste in landfill compared to recycling, so the more we can move out of the red bin and into the recycling bin, the more we can reduce those costs over time.”

“We will repurpose the existing bins within the collection system, so they won’t become waste themselves,” Mr Dodd said.

Local resident Robert McNamara said his household often fills its recycling bin before collection day.

“The added capacity of the new bin will help ensure we’re recycling every bottle, can, piece of cardboard and paper that we possibly can,” Rob said.

In a second grant funding boost from the state, Council has also received $2.18 million toward a new covered waste sorting facility at the Eumundi Noosa Road Resource Recovery Centre.

“This will dramatically improve our capacity to sort construction, business and skip bin waste to ensure we’re recycling as much material as we can, further reducing waste sent to landfill,” Mr Dodd said.

With grant funding now secured, planning and procurement of the new bins will get underway. Council expects to begin rolling out the new bins within the next 12 months.

Residents will be provided with more information about the rollout and available options as planning progresses.

“I’m looking forward to visiting on the first anniversary of Trevor’s passing, knowing the site looks beautiful and that the unused plot has already helped another family in need.”The relinquished plot has since been used for a burial in September last year.

Ms Contini said the new policy will balance sensitivity to family history with the need to better utilise existing cemetery land and address burial capacity issues at Tewantin Cemetery.

“While people have always been able to voluntarily return a reserved plot to Council, this policy enables Council to proactively audit unused plots and contact reservation holders or their next of kin and arrange for a return of unused plots.”

“This policy will include a safeguard whereby Council will retain a vacant plot at each of our three cemeteries to accommodate the rare circumstance where a legitimate claimant comes forward after the 90-day notification period,” she sai Council will begin contacting eligible plot holders and descendants in the coming months.

Salvos spin web of hope

By Margie Maccoll

Real stories of people living in hardship, told at the Red Shield Appeal fundraising breakfast last Friday, highlighted how the many lives lived in beautiful homes in this beautiful part of the world is not everyone’s fate, but the work of Noosa Coolum Salvos is delivering practical solutions, changing lives and bringing hope to those who need it.

One woman, Megan, told a story that reflected her comment that the image people may have in their minds of the type of person Salvos help is not always reality.

“Sometimes it’s a professional, a neighbour or friend who is quietly carrying more than anybody realises,” she said.

Megan had been living in Brisbane with her young son Jack and then husband when she returned to Noosa, where she grew up, for the support of her family and where in 2021 she found the Salvos through a playgroup called Mainly Music.

In Brisbane she had been an executive assistant for a large engineering firm for nearly 15 years and while her life from the outside appeared normal, on the inside she was living within a coercive, controlling relationship, she said.

“I was a shell of my former self when I arrived. I had lost all confidence, had very few friends, apart from my mum, was navigating life as a single mum and supporting Jack who has autism and other special needs. Everything felt overwhelming. Something as simple as attending a playgroup felt overwhelming. I worried about feeling judged if Jack had a meltdown. I felt very isolated, very alone,” she said.

Megan and Jack began attending the playgroup every week.

“There was never any judgement. Some mornings I would arrive exhausted and overwhelmed. Jack would be running around in circles. People would sit with me, talk to me, offer me a coffee. Sometimes they would entertain Jack,” she said.

“For the first time in a long time, I felt safe, I felt seen, I felt heard.

“Salvos gave me a place I felt accepted during the hardest time of my life.

“I was going through the family court process, receiving ongoing emotional abuse, trying to advocate for Jack’s medical and developmental needs and access to treatment. It was exhausting emotionally, financially, mentally. Salvos believed in me when I struggled to believe in myself. “They reminded me I wasn’t alone and there was hope.

“The combination of domestic violence, family court, financial pressure and caring for a special needs child took a significant toll on my mental health. There was a period where things became very dark.

“That support changed the direction of my life, Without it I’m not sure I’d still be here today.

“Today I can say I’m a very different woman from the one who first walked through those doors. I have hope again. The family court ordered me majority care and sole decision making for his medical needs. I was able to get NDIS funding, Jack is thriving. He’s in Year 1, making incredible progress.”

Megan also accepted a job with the Salvos. “It’s changed my life. I’ve found purpose, community and a second family,” she said.

Keynote speaker at the breakfast, The Salva-

tion Army Australia territorial commander commissioner Miriam Gluyas told guests how defining moments in her life had caused her to never want to see people live alone.

Miriam grew up in a middle class, loving family, went to a good school and lived in “great homes” . When she became a Salvation Army officer she was sent to Redfern and Waterloo, where she discovered people she didn’t know existed, living in towers.

One year she invited a little old lady, Thelma, to Christmas.

She told them she was born in hospital with a sign placed above her crib saying “no name”

“No one wanted me, I grew up knowing that,” she told them. “I was fostered and adopted along the way, I never felt I belonged anywhere.

“She started to cry, and said, I’ve never had a Christmas like this,” Miriam said.

“We gave her these small gifts that we thought were so little but meant the world to her.”

“You never know someone’s story, you never know what’s going on with them.

“The world’s a lonely place for many people

these days. People need community - to be really known, to celebrate and be celebrated.”

Noosa Coolum Corps Officer Matt Gluyas told the meeting the Noosa-based organisation aimed to build “a web of hope across the coast” connecting many strands to overcome the challenges - homelessness, addiction, domestic violence, grief, financial crisis - they see in individuals every day and to create a sense of community.

“These challenges are often complex and interconnected. No one single organisation can solve these issues alone,” he said.

“But together we can create something strong enough to hold it together when it unravels.

“Everyone represents a critical part of that web - volunteers, donors, government, churches, everyone who says yes, when opportunity arises.”

Matt called on the community to support the Salvos in their work that includes the safe carpark project they initiated in January 2025 that has

since them provided more than 1800 safe nights of accommodation for women, most over the age of 55 years, sleeping in their cars who would otherwise have had nowhere secure to stay.

The only safe carpark in Queensland, it provides a safe place for women living in their cars to spend the night without concern for their personal safety, isolation, harassment or the risk of being moved on or fined for camping in public areas.

The fundraising event was MC-ed by Jo Desmond of Channel Seven and sponsored by Smile for a Child, The Surf Club Noosa Heads, Sunshine Beach Surf Club, Noosa Yacht & Rowing Club, Cooroy RSL, Tewantin Noosa RSL and Noosa Golf Club.

People can donate to The Salvation Army by phoning 13 72 58 or an any Westpac branch. To find out more about the Noosa Coolum Salvos phone 5335 8500 or email noosa.corps@salvationarmy.org.au

Grants boost environment

Projects to protect endangered turtle nests, clean up hazardous fishing waste and give young people in Noosa a voice on climate change will all receive funding under Council’s 2026-27 Environment and Climate Change Response Grants.

Seven organisations and projects will share in more than $85,000 over the coming financial year. Environmental Services Manager Ben Derrick said the community-led initiatives would deliver tangible and positive outcomes to our shire.

“These grants provide a valuable chance to work alongside local community groups, strengthen their capabilities and deliver real on-ground results that protect and enhance Noosa’s remarkable environmental assets, whilst also protecting community from the growing impacts of climate change,” he said.

Teewah Landowners Association Inc was one of the well-deserved Environmental Grant recipients for its ‘TeewahTurtle Trackers Monitoring and Conservation Initiative, which protects endangered turtle nests along Teewah Beach.

“Getting this Council grant enables us to improve our beach monitoring program. Last year our volunteers located 22 nests, up from seven the previous season,” Teewah Landowners Association Chairman Paul Winter said.

“It will help us boost our dawn patrols, keep a closer eye on nests during the gestation period, improve our data collection and respond quickly when something happens - all backed by accredited training and strong partnerships for strandings response.

“With more eyes on the ground and less disturbance, we’re setting things up for better long term conservation results and more sustainable coastal management into the future.”

Other recipients of Environmental Grants include Noosa and District Landcare for a 12-month project targeting the removal of invasive Cats Claw Creeper and Madeira Vine on a number of properties in the Pinbarren section of Six Mile Creek.

Wildlife Noosa Ltd will also receive a grant to

expand its targeted river clean-ups that remove hazardous fishing waste – preventing injuries and deaths to native birds, pelicans and other wildlife.

Climate Change Response Grants were awarded to Zero Emissions Noosa Inc to support clean, affordable energy access for some of the most vulnerable residents in Noosa as well as to support clean, affordable transport initiatives; Noosa Integrated Catchment Association Inc for supporting

Council has approved more than $285,000 for Community Project Grants and Signature Community Event Grants in the 2026-27 budget.

The funding will support 25 projects, programs, infrastructure and equipment upgrades and events run by Noosa community groups.

In this round, 22 projects have been funded to the value of $258,466.82, leveraging a total project value of over $862,000. This demonstrates strong community investment, with every $1 provided by Council generating approximately $3.33 in community benefit.

Funding for three out-of-round signature events has also been approved to the value of $27,000 leveraging a total project value of over $95,000. This again demonstrates strong community investment, with every $1 provided by Council generating approximately $3.55 in community benefit.

Mayor Frank Wilkie said the Community Grants program was about helping local organisations support the needs of our community.

“Noosa is home to more than 300 community groups and our Community Grants program is

one way we can support them in helping to build a healthy, connected community,” Cr Wilkie said.

Among this year’s grant recipients was the Pomona and District Community House for its weekly program supporting young people to thrive.

“Pomona & District Community House is proud to continue delivering The Social, a safe and inclusive space for young people aged 12 to 17 to connect, create and belong. Co-designed with young people, the program empowers participants to build confidence, develop social skills and strengthen their connection to community,” said Pomona & District Community House Coordinator Community Development Susan Schiotz.

“By supporting young people, The Social also benefits the wider community, building social cohesion, encouraging cross-generational connection and fostering a more engaged, connected Pomona.”

The Mateship Project: Men’s Health in Noosa also received $7569 to establish locally-led men’s mental health groups in Sunshine Beach, Boreen Point and Pomona.

residents with climate resilience information on Noosa’s native plants and The Trustee for The Noosa Biosphere Reserve Trust for a youth-led climate summit in 2027.

“We’re excited to team up with the Noosa Environmental Education Hub to deliver a free, youth-led Future Tide – 2027 Noosa Youth Climate Summit at the J Theatre on 27 May 2027,” Noosa Biosphere Reserve Foundation Chair Fiona Berkin said.

“Men in Noosa, particularly in smaller communities, often face social isolation and have limited access to informal, supportive spaces. We consistently find men engage best in relaxed, peer led environments, yet these opportunities are lacking,” said The Mateship Project CEO Sam Parker.

“This project creates free, local spaces for connection, helping reduce isolation, build friendships and encourage early support seeking.

“This event is all about empowering young people to take real climate action through youth keynote talks, student-run sessions, hands-on workshops and a sustainable careers expo. We’re also weaving in First Nations knowledge sharing to honour cultural stewardship and help deepen our community’s connection to Country.” Visit the Environment & Climate Change Grants page for more information and to see the full list of grant recipients.

“By supporting men, we also strengthen families, workplaces and the broader community. Training local Wingmen and establishing community led groups builds long term resilience, wellbeing and connection across the region.”

Other organisations to receive funding in this year’s round of grants includes the Noosa Men’s and Women’s Sheds, Cooroy Tennis Club, Noosa Lions Football Club, Cooran School of Arts, Noosa Show Society and Kin Kin Community Group. Grants for signature community events were also awarded to the Noosa Country Show, Peregian Beach Carols and Tewantin Christmas Carnival.

“Council is very pleased to be able to invest in our community organisations and the terrific work they do,” Community Connection Manager Alison Hamblin said.

Council’s Community Development team provided community groups with advice on eligibility criteria and the application process. For more information on the list of recipients and the Community Grants Program, visit Council’s website.

Sleepout raises record funds

Over 400 of Queensland’s business and community leaders have made history at the St Vincent de Paul Society QLD’s 2026 CEO Sleepout, raising more than $2.9 million to set a new benchmark for the annual fundraising event.

Participants took to Roma Street Parkland in Brisbane, Cbus Stadium on the Gold Coast and Maroochydore Surf Club on the Sunshine Coast on Thursday 18 June braving one of the coldest nights of the year to sleep in solidarity with the 122,000 Australians who do not have a safe place to call home.

Queensland set a new national record, helping push total fundraising across Australia past $10 million for the first time in the event’s 20-year history.

The 2026 Sunshine Coast CEO Sleepout raised over $240,000, surpassing last year’s recordbreaking effort of almost $180,000.

While the State of Origin title is yet to be decided, the St Vincent de Paul Society QLD team is celebrating raising more in Sleepout fundraising than their NSW counterparts for the first time ever.

Topping the Sunshine Coast’s fundraising leadership was CEO Sleepout Ambassador and owner of Bin Boss Noosa David Greenwood, with $26,707 raised, and 88-year-old retired real estate agent Les Pontin, who raised $24,170.

Funds raised will go towards long-term solutions to homelessness, including supported community housing across the state where residents can access wrap-around support to build the resilience and stability needed to break the cycle of homelessness for good.

St Vincent de Paul Society CEO Joe Duskovic said Queensland had demonstrated its care and compassion on the national stage.

“What Queensland’s business community has achieved tonight is truly remarkable. This result will make a real, lasting difference in the lives of people who are doing it tough,” he said.

“This effort is thanks to the generosity and compassion of every single leader who participated and over 10,800 donors.

Business owners meet to celebrate growth

have been challenging times for many businesses, the event highlighted the power of supporting enterprises that deliver both economic and social benefits.

saville networking event at Deadly Espresso Cafe on Gympie Terrace.

The popular coffee catch-up provided the perfect backdrop for connection and collaboration, with attendees enjoying exceptional coffee, mouth-watering bush plum bushtucker bakes, and the warm hospitality that has made Deadly Espresso a standout destination. As the only bush tucker cafe on the Sunshine Coast, the venue offered more than just great refreshments - it delivered an inspiring insight into the work of the social enterprise SevGen (Seven Generations).

Participants heard compelling stories about SevGen’s commitment to celebrating Indigenous culture while creating meaningful opportunities for young people in the local community. In what

The Noosaville Business Association has been at the forefront of fostering these connections. Since launching its new committee in August last year, the group has hosted more than 11 events and workshops. Its efforts continue to gain momentum, with a third grant recently approved thanks to Noosa Council and several exciting new projects in the pipeline.

Association members expressed pride in their ability to champion local businesses and give back to the community. “We love being able to support these enterprises through our networking events,” said Noosaville Business Association President Nicky Turner.

A special thank you was extended to spon-

sor Bank of Queensland – BOQ Noosa Civic, whose support made the coffee service free for all attendees. Organisers also expressed heartfelt gratitude to Terri, Troy, and the rest of the Deadly Espresso staff for being the perfect hosts and

“To set a new national record is an incredible achievement, and one that will help us get closer than ever to a Queensland where everyone has a safe place to call home.”

To find out more or donate, visit ceosleepout. org.au/event/queensland

making the morning so memorable. Organisers left the morning feeling grateful and energised, with renewed enthusiasm for the collaborative spirit driving Noosaville’s business community forward.

Major drainage upgrade set for Eumundi

By Steve Linnell

Major infrastructure works are underway at the Eumundi Markets precinct as part of a significant drainage upgrade designed to tackle longstanding flooding issues and safeguard one of Queensland’s most important tourism attractions.

Construction crews are currently on site replacing ageing drainage infrastructure and improving water management across the precinct, with the project expected to take another six to eight weeks to complete, weather permitting.

The upgrade is aimed at improving the longterm resilience of the world-famous markets, which attract around 1.2 million visitors annually and contribute an estimated $54 million in visitor expenditure each year.

Experience Eumundi general manager Mark Cameron said while visitors are drawn to the markets’ unique atmosphere, creativity and local products, substantial infrastructure is required behind the scenes to support the visitor experience.

“While visitors come to Eumundi for the atmosphere, creativity and unique experiences, there is a significant amount of infrastructure working behind the scenes to support that experience,” Mr Cameron said.

“These works may not be the most visible investment we make, but they are among the most important. Upgrading the site’s drainage network will help address historical flooding challenges and improve the long-term resilience of the markets.”

The project follows the release of an independent economic impact report that highlighted the Eumundi Markets as one of South East Queensland’s most significant tourism and economic assets.

According to the report, the markets support more than 1,000 jobs and contribute millions of dollars annually to the regional economy, reinforcing their importance not only to Eumundi but also to the broader Sunshine Coast and Noosa regions.

Mr Cameron said the findings demonstrated the need for ongoing investment in essential infrastructure to protect the markets and the economic benefits they generate.

“The recent report reinforced just how important the markets are to the Sunshine Coast visitor economy,” he said.

“Projects like this ensure we continue to invest in the infrastructure needed to support visitors, stallholders and the local community, while preserving the experience that has made Eumundi a must-visit destination for generations.”

Despite the construction activity, the Eumundi Markets will continue operating as normal throughout the works, ensuring visitors can still enjoy the popular attraction while improvements are carried out.

Experience Eumundi, a not-for-profit organisation representing the township’s markets, businesses and community groups, said the drainage project forms part of its broader commitment to supporting sustainable growth and ensuring Eumundi remains a thriving destination for residents, stallholders and visitors alike.

New trauma kits for cops

By Steve Linnell

Frontline police officers serving Noosa and the Sunshine Coast will be equipped with new lifesaving Tactical First Aid Kits as part of a statewide rollout designed to improve officer safety and emergency response capabilities.

The State Government has invested $5.6 million to deliver 12,500 trauma response kits to police across the state, ensuring officers have immediate access to critical medical equipment when responding to serious incidents in local communities.

The rollout forms part of a broader $147.9 million investment in frontline policing resources, which also includes Taser 10s, body-worn cameras and tyre deflation devices.

The kits are designed to help officers respond to life-threatening injuries in high-risk situations and contain essential medical supplies including a tourniquet, compression bandage, chest seal, trauma shears and an IMIST (Identification, Mechanism of Injury, Injuries, Symptoms, Treatment) proforma used during medical handovers.

Treasurer David Janetzki said the investment would strengthen community safety by ensuring officers were equipped to respond quickly in emergencies.

“This funding is about preparedness and making sure our police have the equipment they need before they need it,” Mr Janetzki said.

“It is a practical investment that supports faster responses, safer officers and safer communities.”

Minister for Police and Emergency Services Dan Purdie said police officers regularly faced dangerous situations while protecting Queensland communities.

“Every day, Queensland police put themselves in harm’s way to protect our communities, and they deserve access to the very best equipment available,” Mr Purdie said.

Queensland Police Service Deputy Commis-

sioner Mark Kelly said the rollout represented a significant boost to officer safety and operational capability.

“The safety of our officers and the communities we serve remains our highest priority,” Deputy Commissioner Kelly said.

“While we hope our officers never have to use them, these Tactical First Aid Kits are designed for high-risk incidents where life-threatening injuries occur.”

The State Government said more than 1,800 new officers have joined the Queensland Police Service since October 2024, taking the service beyond 13,000 officers for the first time.

The Tactical First Aid Kit rollout is intended to provide police with immediate access to trauma equipment capable of assisting both officers and members of the public during critical incidents across Queensland, including throughout the Noosa and Sunshine Coast region.

Plan ahead to beat delays

Plan to leave early, take an alternative route, walk, take a bus, carpool or cycle.

These are some of the options residents are being urged to consider to reach their destinations on time and help reduce traffic congestion when Doonella Lake Bridge works begins in July.

“There will be traffic delays and your patience is sincerely appreciated while this essential renewal project is undertaken,” Mayor Frank Wilkie said.

Built in 1968, the bridge is one of the region’s busiest transport links, carrying more than 20,000 vehicles – plus pedestrians and cyclists – between Tewantin and Noosaville daily.

“This multi-million-dollar upgrade will deliver a stronger bridge to last decades,” Cr Wilkie said.

“Work includes upgrading bridge and road approach barrier rails, strengthening the existing structure to meet modern design standards and support future transport demands.

“Major remediation works, including repairing and encasing the bridge piles, will also reduce long-term maintenance and operational costs.

Council and contractor Marine and Civil Maintenance (MCM) have options to minimise

traffic impacts through staggered work hours, night works, concurrent construction activities and selected Saturday works.

Construction is expected to continue through to early December 2026, weather and construction conditions permitting.

“There will be short-term pain as it’s not fea-

Doonella Lake Bridge Upgrade, Tewantin

July - December 2026

sible to keep both lanes open during works, but they will ensure a safe bridge crossing for many more decades to come,” Mayor Wilkie said. Environmental protection is a focus, with Council’s Environment team relocating protected Large-footed Myotis microbat colonies from within the bridge structure following the

We’re upgrading the Doonella Lake Bridge to ensure it remains a safe and reliable transport link for the community.

These critical works will strengthen the bridge, improve safety barriers and road approaches, and extend its service life.

We acknowledge this project will cause disruption, including delays and changed traffic conditions. However, the works are necessary to avoid future unplanned closures.

During construction you may experience:

Single lane closures and changed traffic conditions

Delays during peak periods

Occasional night/weekend works to reduce impacts

Please plan ahead, allow extra time, and use alternative routes where possible.

breeding season. The project is proudly funded through the Australian Government’s Safer Local Roads and Infrastructure Program in partnership with Noosa Council.

For more information and project updates, visit Council’s Works in Progress web page.

Free news with Noosa libraries

Authoritative news will soon be at your fingertips, when Noosa Libraries launches ePress on the 1st July.

Delivered through the popular Borrowbox App, every Noosa Libraries customer will be able to catch up with news they can trust, daily, via their preferred digital device.

All they need is a library membership and a few minutes to download the app and set up access.

Readers will be able to enjoy their favourite Australian papers including The Australian, Courier Mail, Sydney Morning Herald, The Saturday Paper and The Age. Regional

newspapers such as the Toowoomba Chronicle, Townsville Bulletin, Gold Coast Bulletin, Cairns Post are also available.

These enewspapers are accessible ad hoc or users can set up a daily subscription so that today’s issue lands in their app each day. Access is free so it will not only help ease the cost of living but will also help users in the community avoid viral news sources featuring mis or disinformation.

Whilst some newspapers will have embargoes allowing access from 11am, some papers are available from as early as 6am.

Authorative news eMagazines are also

available. Enjoy titles like New Scientist, The Spectator and The Monthly and more! For more information visit https://www. libraries.noosa.qld.gov.au/e-library/elibrary-

Noosa joining $4 million food waste fight

By Steve Linnell

Noosa Mayor Frank Wilkie has welcomed the launch of a major food waste recycling trial, with Peppers Noosa among the first sites selected to test new ways of collecting and processing organic waste from high-density accommodation.

The pilot, led by the Council of Mayors (SEQ) and funded by the Queensland Government, will see more than 530 tonnes of food scraps diverted from landfill over the next two-and-a-half years. The program is expected to transform the equivalent of around 100 garbage truck loads of waste into valuable products such as compost, mulch and biogas.

Mayor Wilkie said the initiative would help protect Noosa’s environment while allowing visitors to contribute to the region’s sustainability efforts.

“This trial will help ensure visitors not only

experience the best Noosa has to offer but also reduce their impact through recycling,” Cr Wilkie said.

“By diverting and treating food waste, we’re helping to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, preserve landfill and create a useful product to enrich gardens.”

The Noosa trial forms part of six separate projects across South East Queensland, including retirement villages, townhouse complexes and high-rise apartment buildings. Other participating councils include Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast.

Researchers from Central Queensland University will monitor the projects, which will test technologies including food dehydrators, anaerobic digestion and on-site composting systems to determine which methods work best in different living environments.

The Council of Mayors (SEQ) said organic

material currently makes up more than onethird of household general waste, with much of it ending up in landfill where it generates methane, a potent greenhouse gas.

Council of Mayors (SEQ) chair and Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said the project would identify practical solutions for both residents and the tourism sector.

“This pilot takes a practical, real-world approach to explore what works, and what doesn’t, when it comes to improving food waste recycling for residents in high-rise buildings and visitors staying in hotels,” he said.

South East Queensland councils collectively manage around 2.5 million tonnes of waste each year, with only 35 per cent of household and small business waste currently recycled.

The trial supports the Council of Mayors’ goal of diverting more than one million tonnes

Helping Gen X live a stronger, healthier tomorrow

For people in their 40s and 50s, staying healthy is about maintaining energy, strength, mobility and independence for the years ahead. That’s the thinking behind the new X-Factor Program at Base Health Noosa, an eight-week health and performance program designed specifically for Generation X.

Located on Hilton Terrace, adjacent to Noosa Lakes Resort, Base Health has built a reputation for combining evidence-based fitness, allied health services and science-backed recovery solutions – Finnish Sauna, Infra-Red Sauna, Contrast Pools and Compression Therapy – all under one roof. The X-Factor Program brings these elements together in a structured format that helps participants improve strength, cardiovascular fitness, mobility and overall wellbeing.

The program has been developed by renowned physiotherapist and sports performance expert Chris Mallac. Chris has worked with elite athletes and professional sporting organisations around the world, he has developed a passion for health and longevity optimisation. X-Factor draws on current research into healthy ageing and focuses on practical strategies that support long-term health rather than short-term fitness fads.

Participants receive an initial DEXA body composition scan, personalised health and performance assessment, expert coaching, structured strength and mobility sessions, cardiovascular training guidance, recovery services and

Founder, director, and senior sports physiotherapist Chris Mallac. (Supplied)

ongoing accountability. The program provides a supportive environment and personalised attention. It includes a comprehensive lifestyle and longevity e-book designed to help participants build sustainable habits beyond the eight-week

experience.

For Gen X locals who want to train smarter, move better and invest in their future health, the X-Factor Program offers a practical pathway to becoming stronger, fitter and more resilient.

Businesses urged to shine at SCBA launch

Noosa Chamber of Commerce & Industry invited members, business owners and entrepreneurs to the Sunshine Beach Surf Club Restaurant and Bar on Tuesday night for the Noosa launch of the 2026 Sunshine Coast Business Awards (SCBA) - a night of connection, insight and opportunity.

The information evening gave local businesses the opportunity to network and hear from previous award winners and industry leaders about the benefits of participating in the awards.

Chief Judge Wallis Westbrook outlined the awards process and what judges look for, while guest speakers Teneille Newton of Noosa Black Garlic, Nicky Turner of Laguna Pest Control and Johane Wright of NoosaCare shared their experiences and insights.

With entries now open, businesses across the Noosa Shire are encouraged to nominate themselves or recognise outstanding local enterprises by entering the 2026 Sunshine Coast Business Awards.

The awards celebrate innovation, resilience and excellence, while providing businesses with valuable opportunities to raise their profile, strengthen networks and share in the success of the Sunshine Coast business community.

Dark Sky Reserve official

The Sunshine Coast International Dark Sky Reserve’s official designation by DarkSky International comes after a community push to preserve our starry nights, years of investigation and consultation, and an application to establish the reserve submitted by Sunshine Coast Council.

The Sunshine Coast joins International Dark Sky Reserves including Aoraki Mackenzie (New Zealand), Mont-Megantic (Canada) and River Murray (Australia).

Stars are becoming increasingly rare around the world, with more than 80 per cent of the world’s population living under skyglow: light pollution that eliminates any visible stars.

Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli said while dark skies were important for wildlife, health and hinterland business, there was a stronger, intangible force behind our communities’ connection with starry skies.

”People in our communities know the awe of looking up at a sky filled with stars, and we’re incredibly lucky to still have that here on the Sunshine Coast,” Mayor Natoli said.

“As our region continues to grow, we need to make sure we keep that wonder for our future generations.

“This Dark Sky Reserve project is both a mechanism to reduce light pollution, and our enduring reminder that dark skies are a precious part of what makes our Sunshine Coast Biosphere special.”

DarkSky International Policy and Destination Manager Dan Oakley congratulated the region on its achievement.

“We are really thrilled to designate the Sunshine Coast International Dark Sky Reserve as it should serve as a tremendous source of dark skies in the area,” Mr Oakley said.

“The work needed to develop and adopt the thorough lighting management plan was well noted by the Dark Sky Committee, and we hope it will serve as an inspiration for others to follow.”

Astronomer Ken Wishaw, a driving force and passionate community champion of the project, said he was spurred into action after hearing from

people elsewhere who had lost their starry night skies.

“I am hoping the Reserve will play a major role in educating visitors on the impact of light pollution, and how easy it is to prevent it or reverse it,” Dr Wishaw said.

“The Reserve is the last place in coastal South East Queensland that has starry night skies free of light pollution. This window to the universe will now stay open.

“This has been a ten-year project for me, and, through the tremendous support of the Sunshine Coast Council, it is now a reality for all to experience and enjoy.”

The designation under the International Dark Sky Places Program recognises about 870 square kilometres of the Sunshine Coast hinterland as a place committed to protecting natural night skies through responsible lighting and community partnership.

The Dark Sky Reserve area includes the townships of Maleny, Mapleton, Montville, Witta, Flaxton, Kenilworth and Conondale.

A Dark Sky Reserve is a specific category of a Dark Sky place that protects a core area of excellent night sky quality and involves the local community.

As part of the application process, Council developed a lighting management plan and worked in partnership with Energex, Queensland Government agencies and others managing public lighting across the reserve area, balancing the need for lighting while preserving our night skies, the environment, health and wellbeing and energy resources.

Mayor Natoli said Council would continue to work with partners like Dr Wishaw to encourage dark sky friendly habits.

“We’ll always need lighting, but we invite every resident, business and visitor to this special

place to do what they can to reduce their light pollution.

“Every decision to use outdoor lighting in smarter ways helps keep stars visible in the sky and preserve this precious element of our hinterland’s landscape and character.

“Our community cherishes its starry night skies – that’s what we’ve heard ever since we started investigating this proposal – and now has the chance to make a real difference in preserving it for future generations.”

Unlike other forms of pollution, light pollution can be cleaned up at the speed of light.

Founded in 2001, the International Dark Sky Places Program is a non-regulatory and voluntary program encouraging communities, parks, and protected areas worldwide to preserve and protect dark sites through effective lighting policies, environmentally responsible outdoor lighting, and public education.

When used indiscriminately, artificial light can disrupt ecosystems, impact human health, waste money and energy, contribute to climate change, and block our view and connection to the universe.

The Sunshine Coast International Dark Sky Reserve now joins more than 210 Places that have demonstrated robust community support for dark sky advocacy and strive to protect the night from light pollution.

Learn more by visiting the DarkSky International website.

A truly epic adventure

By Steve Linnell

Most people approaching retirement might be thinking about slowing down.

Not Noosa businessman James Hay.

The 67-year-old co-owner of Ezi-Batten is preparing to embark on a 15-month motorcycle journey from Australia to Europe with his wife Elena, leaving behind the business they have nurtured over the past three-and-a-half years and placing its future in the hands of trusted staff.

“For me, it’s because I’m 67 and if we don’t do it now, who knows?” Mr Hay said.

“It is actually a big decision because we are leaving our company in the hands of management and, as any business owner will tell you, this is not easy.”

The couple will ride matching Suzuki V-Strom 650 motorcycles across multiple countries and continents, taking a deliberately scenic route rather than the quickest path.

While the journey could potentially be completed in four months, Mr Hay said they intend to make the most of the experience and expect to be on the road for about 15 months.

The trip will be a return to long-distance adventure riding for Mr Hay, who rode from Scotland to Mongolia in 2018. It was during that journey that he met Elena after renting her apartment in St Petersburg.

“That’s how we met,” he said.

The adventure also marks a new chapter for Ezi-Batten, a business that has been operating in Noosa for 35 years.

Mr Hay said he and Elena originally purchased the company with the intention of eventually selling it and had even received an offer from a prospective buyer.

However, a combination of loyal staff and a growing attachment to the business convinced them to keep it.

“The original idea was to sell it and we did have an offer to buy, but we love the company too much to sell it,” he said.

“After a stroke of luck regarding staff, we decided at the last moment to keep Ezi-Batten.”

Mr Hay hopes the journey will also help raise awareness of the company and its new venture, Ezi2Build, through regular video blogs documenting their travels.

“Even though we have been in Noosa for so long, we still get people who don’t realise we exist,” he said.

The new Ezi2Build division was inspired by a friend who was left out of pocket after what Mr Hay described as a poor experience with a patio contractor.

He said the aim was to provide fair-priced products and services for homeowners and

builders alike.

“A lot of builders ride bikes and I think they may be interested in following our adventure,” he said.

Mr Hay has lived in Noosa for 25 years, while Elena has called the region home since 2019.

As the countdown begins, the pair are preparing for thousands of kilometres on the road, uncertain border crossings and the inevitable challenges that come with crossing continents on two wheels.

For Mr Hay, however, the biggest challenge may simply have been deciding to leave.

“If we don’t do it now, who knows?”

Ezi-Batten, established in Noosa for 36 years, has launched a new business set to deliver lower prices and better quality for patios and car ports in the local area.

“We have partnered with Delta Panels to bring local residents a high quality, Australian made product to the local Noosa market,” said James Hay, Managing Director of Ezi-Batten.

“I was inspired to do this after a friend’s experience having a simple 3mx3m patio built at his house. He was quoted $110,000, $72,000 and finally $39,000 which he obviously saw as a bargain compared to the two other quotes. I could not believe the price and I am cer-

tain that had Ezi2Build been available when he was looking, we would have cost less than $25,000 for the same job” said Mr Hay who added “we are teaming up with our customers who are the best builders in Noosa to offer the complete service from design to construction. It is going to be a real benefit to locals who can now be sure of getting the best possible deal”

“Ezi-Batten has offered local builders and the public the best prices on roofing, shed and mezzanine products for 36 years now and we look forward to saving the local community lots of money with Ezi2Build patios and carports,” said Mr Hay.

10,000 joints and counting

By Steve Linnell

Noosa Hospital has marked a significant milestone in local healthcare, completing its 10,000th joint replacement surgery, further strengthening its reputation as one of the Sunshine Coast’s leading centres for orthopaedic care.

The achievement is part of more than 25,000 orthopaedic procedures performed at the hospital since it opened in 1999, highlighting its longstanding role in helping thousands of patients regain mobility and improve their quality of life.

Over the past 26 years, the hospital has treated patients from across the Sunshine Coast and beyond, including well-known sporting figures and music personalities seeking specialist orthopaedic care.

Noosa Hospital Chief Executive Officer Michael Lewczuk said the milestone reflected the expertise of the hospital’s surgeons and the dedication of its broader clinical team.

“For many people across the Sunshine Coast and wider region, access to Noosa Hospital means they can receive leading orthopaedic care without needing to travel to a capital city,” Mr Lewczuk said.

“Our surgeons are recognised leaders in their field, supported by highly experienced theatre, nursing and allied health teams, many of whom have cared for patients here for more than a decade.”

Joint replacement surgery has become increasingly common as Australians live longer and seek to remain active later in life. Procedures involving hips, knees and shoulders can significantly improve mobility and reduce chronic pain for patients affected by arthritis and other degenerative conditions.

Mr Lewczuk said advances in technology had transformed orthopaedic surgery since the hospital first opened its doors.

“Orthopaedic surgery at Noosa Hospital has evolved significantly, with the introduction of robotic and patient-specific technologies rep-

resenting some of the most important advances we’ve seen,” he said.

“Noosa Hospital has always been committed to staying at the forefront of orthopaedic care, investing in modern equipment, innovative techniques and highly skilled specialists to ensure patients can access world-class treatment close to home.”

The hospital’s orthopaedic service includes

dedicated operating theatres, intensive care access, emergency support services, 24-hour clinical assistance following discharge and coordinated rehabilitation programs designed to support recovery.

Mr Lewczuk said those investments had helped deliver strong patient outcomes while cementing the hospital’s standing as a destination for specialist orthopaedic treatment.

“These advancements have helped enhance patient outcomes and reinforce Noosa Hospital’s reputation as a leading destination for joint replacement surgery on the Sunshine Coast,” he said.

The 10,000th joint replacement milestone marks another chapter in the hospital’s growth and its ongoing contribution to healthcare services across the Noosa region.

Peregrian musician launches debut book

The official book launch of My 100 Lessons by Peregian local Samuela Taukave, also known as Skillz FJ, took place last Saturday at The Peregian Beach Hotel.

Friends and family gathered to celebrate the popular local musicians’ powerful new book that shares 100 real-life lessons drawn from music, business, family, leadership, education, and personal growth.

Fellow Fijian-born musician and sisterin-law Andrea Kirwin was on hand to introduce the man of the hour, and to honour his achievements, telling those gathered of his kindness and generosity to others, and his laid-back ability to connect with people on all levels.

My 100 Lessons is a raw, uplifting and practical collection of life lessons from musician, entrepreneur, educator, mentor, father and community leader Samuela Taukave (Skillz FJ).

The book provides a deep, reflective and practical guide to personal and professional growth through lived experience.

Written in an honest and relatable voice, My 100 Lessons is designed to inspire readers to act, overcome adversity, and build meaningful lives through consistency, passion and purpose.

Samuela Taukave (Skillz FJ) is a Fiji-born Sunshine Coast based musician, entrepreneur, author, educator, and content creator based on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland.

He is the founder and frontman of TOKO Music Official, a reggae and island music collective known for high-energy performances that blend Pacific Island culture, storytelling, and live entertainment across Australia.

He is also the founder of OUA Academy, where he mentors and teaches emerging musicians and creatives. Samuela is widely recognised for his work in music, education, and community development, as well as his

ability to connect cultures through musicperforming songs in languages from over 95 countries. My 100 Lessons is his debut published book. Copies of the book can be purchased via his website https://www.skillzfj.com/ product-page/my-100-lessons

The pros and cons of AI

THE BOLTON REPORT

NOOSA MP

SANDY BOLTON

The world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to demonstrate how handy it can be, as well a deeply concerning contributor to the world of misinformation! As I reported back after attending the 56th Conference of Parliaments, a key issue raised across every forum and discussion was the growing spread of misinformation, which is eroding trust, weakening confidence in democratic institutions and highlighting the need for a ‘portal of truth’ to fact-check the ever-increasing volume of information being disseminated at a rate of millions of pieces of content each day. Makes one’s head spin, doesn’t it?

The Australian Communications and Media Authority recently noted that 72% of Australian digital platform users believe they encounter some form of misinformation online daily, with Facebook identified as a primary source. With AI, whether those ‘approved’ for use by Parliamentary Services which only search internal documents, or others that search across the web, both have hidden traps and require you to cross-check their ‘advice’ the old-fashioned way to avoid being a disperser of even more misinformation!

Besides Queenslanders innocently grabbing AI generated content and dispersing as fact, or those which deliberately share AI misinformation or disinformation to erode our belief structures, there are other daily examples.

Recently a newspaper (not this one!) posted that I was ‘demanding’ Noosa Council act regarding a site within the Sunshine Coast Council shire which was totally false.

New e-mobility laws come in on 1 July.

The reason given? An ‘editor’ had sourced the information, raising questions as to whether this was a human editor or an AI tool hallucinating

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‘facts’!

Then a ‘Soapbox’ article by a recent former LNP staffer and party member on ‘what should be done’ in relation to the former Noosa North Shore Landing Ground Reserve. Some fact checking in Noosa 360 or to our office would have provided what the writer omitted – including that both governments have stated the site under National Park status can continue to be used for emergency service purposes and training.

eignty is not concerned with avoiding legal obligations but with recognition of historical rights, self-determination and political status.

The legal recognition of Indigenous sovereignty is more complex. Australian law does not recognise Indigenous sovereignty as overriding the authority of the Commonwealth or the states. However, significant developments such as the High Court’s decision in Mabo v Queensland (No 2) (1992) rejected the doctrine of terra nullius and recognised native title, acknowledging that certain Indigenous rights can exist under Australian law.

Those rights, however, operate within the Australian legal framework and may be limited or extinguished under legislation.

Contemporary discussions about Indigenous sovereignty often focus on recognition, treaty processes and self-determination rather than legal supremacy over existing governments.

While many Indigenous advocates maintain that sovereignty was never ceded, this remains a political, historical and moral assertion rather than a principle recognised by courts as overriding statutory law.

In summary, sovereign citizen claims and Indigenous sovereignty are not comparable. Sovereign citizen arguments are legally baseless and consistently dismissed, whereas Indigenous sovereignty reflects a historically grounded claim seeking recognition and justice.

However, under current Australian law, neither concept overrides Commonwealth or state authority. Sovereign citizen claims fail outright, while Indigenous sovereignty receives limited recognition within the existing legal framework but does not displace it.

So how did AI’s version compare to what we had found the old-fashioned way by emails to ministers, Department of Environment, QLD South Native Title Services and Kabi Kabi Aboriginal Corporation representatives? Basically similar, that one is legally baseless and dismissed, the other under current law does not override Commonwealth or state authority, as posted at www.sandybolton.com/noosa360 (simply search ‘native title’).

So by all means ask AI, however cross check through your own independent research with credible sources or contact our office. To end the spread of disinformation and misinformation requires our community to be alert, ask the relevant questions, and remember the old adage of ‘buyer beware’ or in this case ‘reader beware’!

Now to updates.

NEW E-MOBILITY LAWS

The real question is given the decision looks to have already been made to revoke the landing strip back, why the politicking? As I reported, there was no overriding majority either way from Noosa electorate residents regarding the site back in 2023, and with no suitable alternate site for the recreation clubs to relocate to as committed, why doesn’t government be transparent? The devil is in the detail, and I believe a solid majority of Noosans would not have an issue with recreational clubs continuing on the site, however, may if there is a lack of conditions and assurances that usage will not be expanded or changed. So, I continue to call on government to provide that information and will update everyone once we get some answers!

Following the Parliamentary Inquiry into E-Mobility Safety, new laws have now passed and will begin rolling out from 1 July 2026. While stronger action on illegal and unsafe devices has long been needed, we recognise some changes are contentious and go beyond what had been advocated for.

This included the importance of targeting illegal devices and dangerous behaviour, while avoiding unnecessary impacts on riders doing the right thing.

Now, forgoing a much-needed afternoon off to continue the fight against Singapore Daisy and Easter Cassia, I decided to test how accurate AI was to address the many questions regarding recent ‘agreements’ by Kabi to non-compliant houseboat owners and the confusion on the difference between sovereign citizens and indigenous sovereignty. AI came up with the following:

Key changes include new e-bike safety standards, explicit powers for police to seize and destroy illegal devices, random breath testing and drink-riding laws, higher penalties for offences, mandatory compliance labelling and new speed restrictions.

The concepts of sovereign citizens and Indigenous sovereignty are fundamentally different in origin, purpose and legal recognition in Australia. Sovereign citizens are individuals or groups who claim they are independent from government authority and therefore not subject to laws such as taxation, licensing requirements or court jurisdiction.

These beliefs are generally based on misinterpretations of legal principles and the mistaken view that individuals can choose whether laws apply to them.

Australian courts have consistently rejected sovereign citizen arguments, finding them to have no legal basis. Regardless of such claims, individuals remain fully subject to Commonwealth and state laws.

From 31 August, riders will need to be at least 16 years old and hold a licence, with exemptions for those with disability and medical conditions who cannot access a licence, and supervised riding provisions for 12–17-year-olds. With a review scheduled in 12 months, we encourage residents to provide feedback to the transport minister via transportandmainroads@ministerial.qld.gov.au and to copy our office via noosa@parliament.qld. gov.au to help inform our ongoing advocacy.

SHARK CONTROL PROGRAM UPDATE

Indigenous sovereignty, by contrast, relates to the status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the original inhabitants of Australia. It is grounded in the existence of Indigenous laws, governance systems and connections to land that pre-date British colonisation. Indigenous sover-

Following a Question on Notice to the Minister for Primary Industries, government confirmed that whale-deterrent acoustic alarms will be installed on shark control equipment in Noosa ahead of this year’s migration season in an attempt to avoid further entanglements. While any steps to reduce these entanglements are welcome, questions remain regarding the effectiveness of these devices and any unintended impacts.

Additional signage will also be installed to help beach users know who to call if they see an entanglement and while these measures are appreciated, it is disappointing that the framework for assessing alternative shark mitigation technologies has not yet been delivered and we continue advocating for safe, evidence-based alternatives to shark nets during whale migration periods.

For more information, visit https://www.sandybolton.com/shark-control-program-updatejune-2026/.

NOOSA QUEENSLAND DAY AWARDS

As reported, this year, more than 60 outstanding residents were recognised locally, representing almost 700 years of combined community service.

An unfortunate omission from a media release was Paul O’Hare from Noosa and District Land-

Amelia sets the record straight

I just wanted to say how refreshing it was to read Noosa Councillor Amelia Lorentson’s page 12 article on Consultation and Surveys featured in Noosa Today, dated Friday 19th June 2026.

The point is, Amelia set the record straight, she called out the short comings of how the Peregian Beach Street Project was managed up until recently with dead honesty, free from any sugarcoated sleight of hand, and the prospect of more appropriate alternatives. The Peregian Beach community finally had someone who listened to the our concerns and delivered an outcome that was in the best interest of the Peregian Beach community.

Overall, Amelia’s article perfectly delivers a clear message on the governance of how a local council properly manages community resources, upholds legislation, and serves the public interest responsibly and transparently.

Great work Amelia!

Shane Mohr, South Peregian Beach

Attempt to revive Active Street fails

Councillor Stockwell’s unsuccessful procedural motion at the 18 June ordinary meeting, which sought to overturn the 9 June general meeting recommendation that the Peregian Beach Active Street project should not proceed in its current form, was inappropriate.

It consumed valuable council time and had it succeeded, would have reversed a decision made only nine days earlier. It is difficult to understand what Councillor Stockwell hoped to achieve by reopening a matter that had been comprehensively debated, a recommendation made and widely communicated.

Equally concerning was Councillor Stockwell’s decision to align himself with a cycling advocacy group rather than the majority of residents most directly affected. Many residents felt their concerns were summarily dismissed rather than genuinely considered.

His description of project supporters as ‘a knowledgeable and educated lot’ inevitably implied an unfavourable comparison with those who opposed the proposal—an assertion many residents would reasonably regard as offensive.

Residents are grateful to the four councillors who remained consistent in their position, particularly Councillor Lorentson, whose efforts to understand the concerns of the southern Peregian Beach community and commitment to the 9 June decision are to be commended.

Contrary to Councillor Stockwell’s characterisation, opposition extended far beyond a stretch of coloured pavement.

Assertions that the project would fill a critical gap in the transport network or increase surrounding property values were presented without supporting evidence and remain, at best, a contestable opinion.

The project was fundamentally grant-driven rather than strategically planned. Council proposed constructing an isolated 800-metre section of a 73-kilometre coastal pathway (cycle thoroughfare) through residential streets without first consulting the affected community on the route or design.

It also failed to explain how the increased use of e-mobility devices the promotion of this recreational pathway will encourage, would be enforced.

Against a backdrop of rapid population growth, increasing residential density and ex-

care, who has dedicated more than 25 years of service to our community. Thank you, Paul, super congratulations and apologies again! To learn moreaboutthisyear’srecipientsandtheirincredible contributions to the Noosa electorate, visit https://www.sandybolton.com/queenslandday-awards-2026-recipients/

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Until next month, enjoy any days of warmth, and if you need any assistance, please call us on 53193100 or email noosa@parliament.qld.gov. au. Remember to visit Noosa 360, Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn for other updates, as well for our monthly polls, and thank all who respond to these as this is invaluable!

Whale-deterrent acoustic alarms will be installed on shark control equipment in Noosa ahead of this year’s migration season in an attempt to avoid further entanglements.

panding tourism, the proposal had the potential to fundamentally alter the character and function of local residential streets.

The proposal was also inconsistent with sound planning practice and many of Council’s own planning principles.

Council could not explain how the route would ultimately continue through more constrained and challenging residential streets or connect through to Peregian Beach village, nor how the substantial funding required to complete the remainder of this section of the pathway would be secured.

Councillor Stockwell relied heavily on a corridor study that failed to assess a western David Low Way Road reserve alignment or adequately consider impacts on residential amenity. For almost twelve months residents have consistently argued that this alternative would provide a safer, more scenic and less disruptive route while connecting directly with the approved Emu Mountain Road pathway.

Councillor Wegener’s comparison with cycling through the streets of Paris was equally unconvincing and irrelevant to the issues before Council. Meanwhile, discussion expressing contrary views was often curtailed.

Despite repeated requests, council has also been unable to identify a comparable example of multiple Active Streets through residential neighbourhoods like that proposed for Peregian Beach.

Ultimately, the project was characterised by inadequate community engagement, limited transparency, deficiencies in planning and assessment, insufficient consideration of alternative routes and neighbourhood impacts, and a series of unsupported or misleading claims. In these circumstances, halting the project and undertaking a comprehensive review was the only responsible course of action and reflects what residents have consistently sought over the past twelve months.

Randal Delaney, Peregian Beach

Hospital food

A visitor to Sunshine Coast Hospitals certainly has a great choice of food and beverage. Eating at any of the hospital cafes is very satisfying (NT 19 June). However, being a patient on a ward and depending on the hospital kitchen for sustenance is a different experience.

In the 1980’s, I was a wholesaler fruit and vegetable vender. Nambour Hospital and Gympie Hospital were two of my clients.

I was always despondent when the only vegetables that were ever ordered by these institutions was cabbage, carrots, and potatoes. Zucchini, broccoli, cauliflower, beets, silver beet or other greens never saw a hospital plate. I felt lucky that I never had to spend a night in hospital.

Recently, my wife spent two weeks in one of these hospitals. I spent every day with her. The menu has certainly improved from decades ago, but there was little diversity.

Almost every meal had mashed potatoes without the skins, and steamed broccoli or cauliflower and carrots. One of the 14 days, she had zucchini. None of the vegetables was canned, thank goodness, but the fruit was always canned and pretty much unidentifiable. The pears or peaches never tasted like fruit. On two occasions, there was a fresh banana and once, a mandarin.

Good for hospital kitchens for trying to improve food for recovering patients. But there is still a long way to go to reduce sugar, microplastics contamination, and plastic waste, and increase diversity and freshness of food.

Steve Hall, Cooroy

Grandmothers’ Handwritten Heart

There is something sacred about the way grandmothers write. The slow curve of a letter. The quiet pause before a thought becomes ink.

Dr Hiroshi Tanaka never set out to study grandmothers. He wanted to understand why some seniors in Kyoto - well into their eightiesremained so mentally sharp. He expected genetics, diet, or perhaps some rare herb grown on a misty mountainside.

But the secret was far more familiar. They wrote. Every day. Ten to fifteen minutes. Ink on paper.

Tanaka’s brain scans revealed what many families have felt all along: handwriting awakens the mind. It strengthens memory, focus, and clarity. It keeps the inner world alive.

When he tested it, older adults who wrote by hand for six months showed stronger recall and quicker thinking than those who typed the same words.

The pen wasn’t preserving memories. It was nurturing the mind. Perhaps that’s why his re-

search feels so deeply connected to grandmothers.

Grandmothers have always written. Letters to loved ones far away. Recipes passed down with smudges of butter. Birthday cards with a five dollar note tucked inside. Little reminders stuck to fridges and mirrors. Stories scribbled in notebooks no one else has seen.

Their handwriting is more than ink. It is presence. It is love made visible.

In a world that rushes, grandmothers slow down. In a world that forgets, they remember. In a world that taps and swipes, they still choose the steady honesty of a pen.

Maybe that’s the quiet lesson Tanaka uncovered - the mind stays alive when the heart stays involved.

So to every grandmother who picks up a pen to write a note, a memory, a prayer, a recipe, a reminder - thank you. You are not just keeping track of life. You are keeping your mind awake to it. And the generations who love you are grateful for your every word.

Garry Reynolds, Peregian Springs

Noosa Alive! delivers a feast of arts culture

From ballet and theatre to powerhouse voices and musical tributes, Noosa audiences are set for an extraordinary winter arts season when NOOSA alive! returns in July.

A string of world premieres and Queensland premieres featuring some of Australia’s most acclaimed performers will headline the 2026 festival, cementing Noosa’s reputation as one of the country’s most vibrant cultural destinations.

Among the highlights is the return of Queensland Ballet, which will present an innovative showcase featuring its acclaimed Jette Parker Young Artists on July 17 and 18 at The J. The performances will include world premiere choreography created by the company’s own dancers and artistic staff, reflecting the vision of Artistic Director Ivan Gil-Ortega to nurture the next generation of talent. Audiences will also enjoy behind-thescenes insights into the creative process during a special on-stage discussion led by Company Manager David Power.

The festival will also host the world premiere of Coping With Winter, the latest work by celebrated playwright David Williamson. Starring Erik Thomson, Renai Caruso and Janneke Williamson, the dark comedy explores wealth, ambition and the search for happiness through the story of billionaire Gabriel Winter. With just four performances scheduled, the production is expected to be one of the most sought-after events of the festival.

Music lovers will be treated to the Queensland premiere of OLIVIA, an intimate and heartfelt production starring Tottie Goldsmith. Through personal stories and beloved songs, Goldsmith

pays tribute to her aunt, the late Olivia Newton-John, celebrating the compassion, wisdom and spirit that made the global superstar so beloved. Supported by a talented band and vocal ensemble, the production promises to reveal the woman behind the icon.

Another Queensland premiere, Songbirds, will reunite longtime friends and performers Gorgi Coghlan (The Project, and The Masked Singer) and Anna-Lee Robertson in a joyful celebration of music and friendship. The pair blend humour with classics from Bernstein, Cole Porter,

that has earned glowing reviews from audiences around the country.

Rounding out the line-up is Ursula Yovich

Sings Nina Simone, which sees acclaimed actor and singer Ursula Yovich honour the legendary Nina Simone, fresh from sellout performances at the Sydney Opera House. Backed by an impressive live band, Yovich brings fresh energy to Simone’s timeless music. Critics have described Yovich as one of Australia’s most powerful and

compelling performers.

With world premieres, celebrated artists and unforgettable performances, NOOSA Alive! 2026 is shaping up to be one of the festival’s most exciting programs yet, offering locals and visitors alike the chance to experience world-class arts in the heart of Noosa.

The festival runs from July 17–26. Tickets are on sale now.

Full festival program details and bookings visit: noosaalive.com.au

The Guide

MASTERCHEF AUSTRALIA

10, Sunday, 7pm

For 18 years, we’ve watched as contestants chased their culinary dreams in the MasterChefkitchen, but last year’s BacktoWinseason cooked up something new: a romance. On Sunday, Declan Cleary and Sarah Todd return to the place where it all began, with their 11-weekold identical twin daughters, Claudia and Charlotte, in tow. To welcome the babies into the MasterChef family, there’s a familiar challenge in store. Contestants will team up and cook with a partner on either side of a wall – the pair that cook the dishes least alike in look and taste will go directly into the elimination at the end of the week. While some dishes might be twice as nice, others land their makers in double trouble.

SHETLAND

ABC TV, Friday, 8.30pm

Expertly designed to throw even the most astute of armchair detectives off the scent, the ninth season of this Scottish crime staple has more subplots than you can shake a stick at. From domestic disputes to a hidden history in espionage and a marine research cover-up, there’s been no shortage of red herrings as Calder (Ashley Jensen) and Tosh (Alison O’Donnell, pictured)

Friday, June 26

Happy family: Declan Cleary and Sarah Todd with their twin girls Claudia and Charlotte.

investigate the murder of local mother Annie Bett. The dust finally clears in Friday’s conclusion, as a key disclosure from Lisa Friel (Tara Lee) reframes the timeline and steers the team back on course, leading them towards someone in Annie’s inner circle. It’s a fast-paced finale that hits devastatingly close to home.

JEWELS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN

SBS, Saturday, 7.30pm

There’s clearly something in the crystal-clear water of Sardinia. The idyllic Italian island is famously designated as one of the world’s five “Blue Zones”, due to its remarkably high concentration of centenarians and high rate of healthy ageing. So what’s the secret to living ladolcevita well into your nineties and beyond? In this captivating instalment,

FIRST DATES AUSTRALIA Seven, Tuesday, 7.30pm

There’s no roses or hay bales and not a bikini in sight in this classic y-on-the-wall reality series. Just hopeful singles sharing a blind date with a stranger who could be the partner of their dreams. While the Down Under version doesn’t have the matchmaking success rate of its international counterparts, it offers an entertaining insight into modern dating. This week, widower and beekeeper Brad (pictured) is hoping a gift of honey will sweeten the deal with Elvis fan Ivy, while magician

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) 11.00 Race Around The World. (PG, R) 12.00 News.

1.00 Portrait Artist Of The Year. (R) 1.45 Ground Up. (Md, R) 2.15 Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R) 3.00 Restoration Aust. (PG, R) 4.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGa) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG,R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Monty Don’s British Gardens.

8.30 Shetland. (Final, Mlv) Calder and Tosh turn their focus onLisa, until her confession unearths ashocking event.

9.30 Twenty Twenty Six. (M,R) Conspiracy claims about the tournament’s new football cause another crisis for Oversight.

10.30 Gruen. (PG,R)

11.10 ABC Late News.

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

12.10 The Control Room. (Mal,R)

1.10 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)

5.00 Rage. (PG)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. GroupE. Ecuador vGermany. Continued. 8.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. GroupF. Japan vSweden. 11.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. GroupD. Paraguay vAustralia. 2.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. GroupC. Scotland vBrazil. From Miami Stadium, Florida, US. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. GroupD. Paraguay vAustralia. Replay. 9.30 Wogball: Australia’s Beautiful Game. (PGal,R)

10.40 SBS World News Late. 11.10 FIFA World Cup2026: Highlights Show.

11.40 The King. (Mad)

12.35 The Typist. (Masv,R) 1.45 Patagonia. (PG, R) 3.20 Great British Railway Journeys. (PGa, R) 3.55 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG, R) 4.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. GroupI. NOR vFRA. From Boston Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts, US.

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6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Your Money & Your Life. (PG) 1.30 Border Security: International. (PGd, 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. Hosted byJohanna Griggs.

8.00 MOVIE: The Devil Wears Prada. (2006,PGl,R) Ayoung woman ishired asan assistant tothe ruthless editor ofa leading fashion magazine inManhattan. Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt.

10.20 To Be Advised.

12.00 MOVIE: Murder And Matrimony. (2021,Mav,R) Kristen Vaganos, Benedict Mazurek.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.

7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 10.05 Daniel Tiger’s. 10.25 BeddyByes. 11.15 The Makery. 11.30 Wiggle. 11.45 Andy’s Global Adventures. 1.30pm PJ Masks. 1.50 Kangaroo Beach. 2.30 Daniel Tiger’s. 2.45 The Makery. 3.00 Play School. 3.25 Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Dino Island. 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. 7.30 MOVIE: Spy Kids. (2001, PG) 9.05 Caper Crew. 9.50 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 10.15 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. GroupD. TUR vUSA. 2.30pm FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show. 3.00 WorldWatch. 3.35 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! 9.00 Mysteries Unearthed With Danny Trejo. 9.50 The Americans. 10.45 Fashionista. 11.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. GroupD. PAR vAUS. Replay. 1am Creamerie. 2.05 NHK World English News. 4.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. GroupI. SEN vIRQ.

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 Imagine Holidays Iconic Rail Journeys. 1.30 Room For Improvement. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Late Programs.

7MATE (74) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 7.20 Cities Of Gold. 7.50 Bushwhacked! 8.15 Motown Magic. 8.40 The Magic Canoe. 9.10 Spartakus. 10.00 Undiscovered Vistas. 11.00 Going Places. Noon Incarceration Nation. 1.30 Stompem Ground 2022: Yatangal. 2.00 Kriol Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Nula. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Undiscovered Vistas. 7.30 MOVIE: Like Mike 2: Streetball. (2006, PG) 9.20 MOVIE: Limbo. (2020, M) 11.10 Nula. 11.45 Bamay. 4am On The Road. 5.00 Bamay. NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. 8.45 Teen Spirit. (2018, PGals) 10.25 20,000 Species Of Bees. (2023, Maln, Spanish, Basque, French) 12.45pm Staring At Strangers. (2022, Mals, Spanish) 2.45 Discovering Film. 3.35 Madison. (2020, PGal, German) 5.15 Big Fish. (2003, PGav) 7.30 Next Goal Wins. (2023, Ml) 9.30 John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum. (2019, MA15+v) 11.55 The Client. (1994, Mv) 2.10am John Wick: Chapter 2. (2017, MA15+av) 4.20 Vampire Seeking Consenting Person. (2023, Malv, French)

6am Morning Programs. Noon Storage Wars. 12.30 American Pickers: Best Of. 1.30 Pawn Stars. 2.30 Kick Ons. 3.00 Timbersports. STIHL Timbersports. World C’ship. Replay. 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: Friday Night Countdown. 7.30 Football. AFL. Hawthorn vGWS Giants. 10.30 AFL Post-Game. 11.15 GetOn Extra. 11.45 MOVIE: Priest. (2011, M) 1.45am American Resto. 2.30 Storage Wars. 3.00 Mountain Men. 4.00 Late Programs.

narrator Dame Joanna Lumley (pictured) highlights the dietary staples and community bonds that experts believe keep Sardinia’s elderly population thriving. Armchair travellers also get an inside look at an ancient burial site, as well as a successful conservation project dedicated to saving the unique red deer from extinction.

NINE (8, 9)

ion so get rial site, ation e on. with Elvis fan Ivy while magician Thomas has a few tricks up his sleeve to impress nurse Chloe. And it might be lust at first sight for cougar Kristy and gym rat Jake, but don’t count on any animal attraction between vegan Kylie and free spirit Jason

TEN (5, 1)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Hats Off To Love. (2025,G) Ginna Claire Mason. 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. Round17. Brisbane Broncos vSydney Roosters. From Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane.

9.55 NRL Friday Night Footy Post-Match. Post-match coverage ofthe NRL game.

10.45 MOVIE: Lethal Weapon3. (1992,Mlv,R) Mel Gibson, Danny Glover.

1.00 Next Stop. (R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Postcards. (PG,R)

9GEM (81, 92)

6am Morning Programs. 8.00 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Tycoons Down Under. 1.00 The Brokenwood Mysteries. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Josephine And Men. (1955) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Escape To The Chateau. 8.40 MOVIE: Quantum Of Solace. (2008, M) 10.50 Forensics: The Real CSI. 12.05am 1.10 1.40 MOVIE: Josephine And Men. (1955) 3.30 My Favorite Martian. 4.00 Seaway. 5.00 Yorkshire Auction House.

9GO! (82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Nanny. 9.30 Addams Family. 10.30 Bewitched. 11.30 Jeopardy! UK. 12.30pm 1.00 Snackmasters. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone. (2001, PG) 10.45 MOVIE: Amsterdam. (2022, MA15+) 1.25am The Real Housewives Of Salt Lake City. 3.05 Jeopardy! UK. 4.00 Barbie It Takes Two. 4.30 Barney’s World. 4.50 LEGO Friends: Girls On A Mission. 5.10 Cry Babies Magic Tears. 5.30 Beyblade Burst QuadStrike.

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

7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG,R)

7.30 Selling Houses Australia. (R) Acouple want totravel ina converted bus.

Saturday, June 27

6.00

6.30

7.30 Classic 100 Concert 2026.

9.00 Australian Chamber Orchestra’s 50th Gala. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Jewels Of The Mediterranean: Sardinia.

8.25 National Parks From Above: Ireland.

9.20 We Are Jeni.

11.00 FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show. 11.30 Snowpiercer. 1.15 The Elon Musk Show. 3.20 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. 4.50 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 5.15 Euronews. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

9.55 MOVIE: Aquaman.

Order:

MOVIE: Dead In The Water.

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Sunday, June 28

Rivals. 11.05 FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show. 11.35 Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields: Pt 1. 2.05 Queen Victoria’s Royal Mob: Four Sisters. 3.50 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R) 4.30 Soccer.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Farmer Wants A Wife. 8.30 7NEWS Spotlight.

9.30 24 Hours In Police Custody: Black Widow Pt 1. 11.50 Autopsy USA: Elizabeth Montgomery. 12.50 Angelyne. 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30

Tasman Trails. (R)

GolfBarons. (PG, R)

TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Skippy The Bush

Monday, June 29

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

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Classic 100 Concert 2026. (R) 11.30 You Can’t Ask That. (Mls, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 Restoration Australia. (PG, R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGv) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. 8.00 Deep End: The Scott Miller Story. (Final) 8.30 Four Corners. 9.20 Media Watch. (PG)

9.35 Planet America. (Final) 10.10

Murdoch Mysteries. (Mav, R)

Long Lost Family. (PG, R)

1.45 Parliament Question Time.

2.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

4.00 Gardening Australia. (R)

5.00 Poh’s Kitchen. (R)

5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Round of 32. Cont. 7.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group L. PAN v ENG. 10.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group K. COL v POR. 1.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group J. JOR v ARG. From Dallas Stadium, Texas, US. 4.40 WorldWatch. 5.00 PBS News Compass Points. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Michael Palin In Venezuela. (PG, R)

8.30 24 Hours In Emergency: The Ultimate Price. (Mal)

9.25 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mls, R)

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show.

11.20 Sambre: Anatomy Of A Crime. (MA15+av)

12.35 Gomorrah. (MA15+v, R)

2.20 The Elon Musk Show. (Mdl, R)

3.25 Queen Victoria’s Royal Mob. (Ml, R)

4.20 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 5.00 WorldWatch.

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 MOVIE: A Royal Recipe For Love. (2023, G, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG,

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGad) Remi is at a crossroads.

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

9.10 The Rookie. (Mav) Nolan and Nune witness a murder in public and immediately spring into action.

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

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

12.10 New Amsterdam. (MA15+av, R)

1.10 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31)

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Travel Guides. (PGl) The guides, including country musicians Brooke and Adam, take on Tanzania.

8.40 100% Footy. (Mal) Phil Gould, Paul Gallen, Cameron Smith and James Bracey look at the latest rugby league news, with exclusive insights from an expert panel of some of the

9.40 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 1. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 1 Late. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England.

5.00 Today Early News. A look at the latest news, sport and weather. 5.30 Today.

9GEM (81, 92)

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. (PGs, R) Sheldon faces a conundrum. 11.30 10 News+. (R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.30pm The Makery. 3.00 Play School. 3.25 Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Dino Island. 4.20 Santiago Of The Seas. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 5.55 PJ Masks. 6.45 HexVets And Magic Pets. 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) 6am Morning Programs. 7.30

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6am Morning Programs. 12.10pm Troy Cassar-Daley: A Journey Between The Fires. 2.00 Kriol Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.25 The 77 Percent. 5.55 Bamay. 6.38 Colombia’s Wild Coast. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Living Black. 9.00 Namarali. 10.00 MOVIE: The Proposition. (2005, MA15+) Midnight Late Programs.

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 Netherlands. (Premiere) 6.45 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 J. JOR v ARG. Replay. 2am Late Programs.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Morning Programs. 11.45 The Tunnel (Part 2) (2001, Malsv) 1.30pm Forever Enthralled. (2008, PG, Mandarin) 4.10 Suddenly. (1954, PGv) 5.40 Leap Year. (2010, PGalv) 7.30 Transcendence. (2014, Mav) 9.40 Another End. (2024, Maln) 11.50 Arkansas. (2020, MA15+av) 1.40am The Peacemaker. (1997, MA15+av) 3.45 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.

7MATE (74)

6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm Supercars Supports. Dunlop Super2 Series. Darwin Triple Crown. H’lights. 3.30 Supercars Supports. Carrera Cup. Darwin Triple Crown. H’lights. 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 Late Programs.

Tuesday, June 30

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

SEVEN (7) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Deep End: The Scott Miller Story. (Final, R) 10.30 Morning Programs. 11.00 Murder In The Skies: Who Downed MH17? (Ma, R) 11.45 Way Out Ag. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Better. (Mal, R) 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Restoration Aust. (R) 4.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGv) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Round of 32. 9.00 Al Jazeera. 9.30 BBC News At Six. 10.00 France 24 English News. 10.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Round of 32. 1.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Round of 32. From Los Angeles Stadium, California, 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? (Final, PGa)

8.30 Insight.

9.30 Dateline.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 Living Black. (R)

11.00 FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show.

11.30 The Negotiator. (MA15+av)

12.20 Queen Victoria’s Royal Mob. (Mlv, R) 1.15 Great British Railway Journeys. (R)

1.50 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R) 2.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Round Of 32. From Dallas Stadium, Texas, US. 5.30 WorldWatch.

6am Children’s Programs. 3pm Play School. 3.25 Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Dino Island. 4.20 Santiago Of The Seas. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 5.55 PJ Masks. 6.45 HexVets And Magic Pets. 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. Noon David Attenborough’s Mammals. 1.00 Midsomer Murders. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: The House In Nightmare Park. (1973, PG) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Wimbledon 2026 Pre-Show. 8.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. 9.40 The Madame Blanc Mysteries. 10.40 Good Karma Hospital. 11.40 Late Programs.

9GO! (82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. 11.40 Parental Guidance. 2.30pm Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Australia. (2008, M) 11.55 Seinfeld. 12.25am Love Island Games. 1.55 The Real Housewives Of Salt Lake City. 2.50 Parental Guidance. 4.30 Barney’s World. 4.50 LEGO Friends: Girls On A Mission. 5.10 Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. (R) 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 MOVIE: Learning To Love. (2023, G, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGad)

7.30 First Dates Australia. (PGl)

8.35 Doc. (Ma) Amy, Michael and Katie help a man in distress.

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

10.35 The Agenda Setters.

11.35 Happy’s Place. (PGal)

12.05 New Amsterdam. (MA15+av, R)

1.05 The Outdoor Room With Jamie Durie. (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 Homicide. 2.20 The Grudge. 2.45 Food Lovers’ Guide. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.45 Alone Netherlands. 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. Round of 32. 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. 11.05 Escape To The Country. 12.05am Hornby: A Model Empire. 1.05 Bargain Hunt. 2.00 Late Programs.

Tipping Point Australia. (PG)

News.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (PGls) Andy Lee is joined in the studio by a panel of Australian comedians and 100 regular Aussies via Zoom to explore the fun behind the facts that make us tick as a nation.

8.30 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 2. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 2 Late. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England.

5.00 Today Early News. A look at the latest news, sport and weather.

5.30 Today. The latest in news and current affairs.

9GEM (81, 92)

6am Morning Programs. Noon Yorkshire Auction House. 1.00 MOVIE: The Playboy Of The Western World. (1963, PG) 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Sea Devils. (1953) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Wimbledon 2026 Pre-Show. 8.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. 8.30 Agatha Christie’s Marple. 10.30 Agatha Raisin. 11.30 Rizzoli & Isles. 12.30am Late Programs.

10.30 Train Rescue Down Under. 11.30 Ice Road Truckers. 12.30am Late Programs. 9GO! (82, 93) 6am Morning Programs. 12.10pm History Of The Occult. (2020, Madhlsvw, Spanish) 1.40 The

Wednesday, July 1

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

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.00 Restoration Aust. (Final, PG, R) 12.00 News. 12.30 National Press Club Address. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 Restoration Australia. (PG, R) 4.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGv) 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)

8.35 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (Final, PG)

9.25 Race Around The World. (PG, R)

10.25 Planet America. (Final, R)

11.00 ABC Late News.

11.15 The Business. (R)

11.30 You Can’t Ask That: Nudists. (MA15+n, R)

12.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (Mav, R)

12.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R)

1.30 Parliament Question Time.

2.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

4.00 Gardening Australia: Spring Special. (R)

5.00 Poh’s Kitchen. (R)

5.30 7.30. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.30pm The Makery. 3.00 Play School. 3.25 Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Dino Island. 4.20 Santiago Of The Seas. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 5.55 PJ Masks. 6.45 HexVets And Magic Pets. 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. 4.35 Dreaming Big. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.35 News. 6.05 Bamay. 6.45 Great Parks Of Africa. 7.35 Breaking Wild. 8.30 Pro Bull Riding Australia. 9.30 Over The Black Dot. 10.00 Inside The Huddle. 10.30 MOVIE: Searchers. (2016, MA15+) 12.15am Late Programs.

6.00 DW English News. 6.30 Soccer.

FIFA World Cup. Round of 32. 9.30

BBC News At Six. 10.00 France 24 English News. 10.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Round of 32. 1.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Round of 32. From Monterrey Stadium, Guadalupe, Mexico. 4.30 WorldWatch. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Australia’s Greatest Conman? (Ml, R)

8.30 The Great Killer Smog. (Premiere, Ma)

9.25 Coldwater. (Malsv)

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show.

11.20 David Baddiel: Jews Don’t Count. (MA15+l, R)

12.25 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 1.00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG, R)

1.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Round of 32. 4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 WorldWatch. 5.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Round of 32.

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. 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. (PGad)

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

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 The Fall And Rise Of Reggie Dinkins. (PGal)

11.30 Stumble. (PGal)

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) SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 Figure Skating. ISU European C’ships. H’lights. 2.40 Wine Lovers’ Guide. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.45 Alone Netherlands. 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. Round of 32. Replay. 2am NHK World English News. 5.00

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Morning Programs. 12.50pm Johnny Mnemonic. (1995, Mvl) 2.40 Discovering Film. 3.30 Mr Blake At Your Service! (2023, PGal, French) 5.30 Explorers. (1985, PGhlv) 7.30 Donnie Darko. (2001, Madls) 9.35 The Circle. (2017) 11.40 A Useful Ghost. (2025, Thai) 2.05am Under The Skin. (2013, MA15+ansv) 4.05 Discovering Film. 5.00 Mr. Holmes. (2015, PGa)

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 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. Midnight Bargain Hunt. 1.00 Late Programs.

7MATE (74)

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.

Thursday, July 2

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

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Gruen. (PG, R) 10.35 Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (Final, PG, R) 11.20 QI. (Mal, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 The Capture. (Mlv, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 Restoration Australia. (PG, R) 3.55 Frankie Drake Mysteries. (PG, R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Round of 32. Cont. 8.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight. 9.00 DW English News. 9.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Round of 32. 12.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Round of 32. From Mexico City Stadium, Mexico. 3.30 WorldWatch. 4.30 PBS NewsHour. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

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

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Grand Designs: Durham Dales. (Return, PG)

8.50 Grand Designs: 25 Years And Counting. (Ml, R) Celebrates GrandDesigns 25th anniversary. 9.35 Ground Up. (Mls, R) 10.05 Twenty Twenty Six. (M, R) 10.35 ABC Late News. 11.05 Frankie Drake Mysteries. (M, R) 11.50 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 12.40 Parliament Question Time. 1.40 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Poh’s Kitchen. (R)

5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Fortress Britain With Alice Roberts. (PG, R) 8.30 Eva Longoria: Searching For France. (Premiere) 9.20 A Gentleman In Moscow. (Final, Ma)

10.15 SBS World News Late.

10.45 FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show. 11.15 Exit. (Malv, R) 1.55 Merrill’s Marauders: Burma WWII. (Mav, R) 2.55 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 4.00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG, R) 4.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Round of 32. From Los Angeles Stadium, California, US.

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 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Cash and breaks down. Mali tricks John.

7.30 Football. AFL. Round 17. Geelong v Brisbane Lions. From GMHBA Stadium, Victoria.

10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews.

11.00 Kick Ons. 11.30 To Be Advised.

1.00 Brave New World. (MA15+asv) John becomes the centre of attention.

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. 3.25pm Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Dino Island. 4.20 Santiago Of The Seas. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 5.55 PJ Masks. 6.45 HexVets And Magic Pets. 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 The

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Front Up 1999. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 Out Of Bounds. 2.10 Framed. 2.40 Insight. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.50 Alone Netherlands. 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. Round of 32. Replay. 2am NHK World English News. 5.00

6am Morning Programs. 12.40pm The Circle. (2017) 2.45 Capricorn One. (1977, PGalv) 5.00 Discovering Film. 5.50 And God Created Woman. (1956, PGalnsv,

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (PGls, R) 1.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 1.30 Destination WA. 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Wimbledon 2026 Pre-Show.

Pre-game coverage of the Wimbledon tennis tournament, featuring reviews, previews, interviews, highlights, opinions and topical stories, from the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club.

8.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 3. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 3 Late. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England.

5.00 Today Early News. A look at the latest news, sport and weather.

5.30 Today. The latest in news, current affairs, sport, politics, entertainment, fashion, health and lifestyle.

9GEM (81, 92)

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Yorkshire Auction House. 1.00 Agatha Christie’s Marple. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Three Hats For Lisa. (1966) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.40 & Isles. 11.40 Murder In The Alps. 12.40am Antiques Roadshow. 1.10 Late Programs.

9GO! (82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Innovation Nation. 11.45 Jeopardy! UK. 12.45pm 1.15 The Summit. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Batman & Robin. (1997, PG) 11.00 Seinfeld. Midnight The 100. 12.50 Love Island Games. 2.10 The Real Housewives Of Salt Lake City. 3.00 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 Boston Blue. (Mv) Lena and Danny are pulled into a highstakes murder investigation when a whistleblower tied to one of Mae’s court cases is found dead. 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)

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. 10.30 Murdoch Mysteries. 11.30 Father Brown. 12.30am Bargain Hunt. 1.30 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm 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 Football. AFL. Geelong v Brisbane. 7.30 Highway Patrol Special. 8.30 Air Crash Inv. 9.30 Homicide: With Ron Iddles. 10.30 MOVIE: Antlers. (2021, MA15+) 12.35am Late Programs.

Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Steal Your Heart. (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 Everyday Gourmet. (R)

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Round 1. Cronulla Sharks v Newcastle Knights. From Ocean Protect Stadium, Sydney. 10.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 4. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 4 Late. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England.

5.00 Today Early News. A look at all the news from Australia and around the world, as well as the latest sport and weather.

5.30 Today. The latest in news and current affairs.

9GEM (81, 92)

6am Morning Programs. Noon As Time Goes By. 1.00 MOVIE: Carry On Cabby. (1963, PG) 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Lady Godiva Rides Again. (1951) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Wimbledon 2026 PreShow. 8.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. 10.00 The Brokenwood Mysteries. Midnight Forensics: Catching The Killer. 1.00 Late Programs.

9GO! (82, 93)

4.00 Barbie It Takes Two. 4.30 Late Programs.

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

6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer.

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

7.30 Taskmaster Australia. (Mls) Celia Pacquola attempts to drug the Taskmaster. 8.40 NCIS. (Mv) A murder aboard a museum ship becomes a cryptic treasure hunt when a dying navy 9.40 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.40 The Big Bang Theory.

PUZZLES

ACROSS

1 Dessert made with milk and eggs (7)

5 Large printed pictures (7)

9 Short pistol (9)

10 System of principles (5)

11 Perquisites (6)

12 Confirming (8)

14 Playing cards (6)

15 Brand of car, Mercedes – (4)

19 US state (4)

20 Governing body (6)

24 Compelling charm (8)

25 Hindu deity (6)

27 Establish by law (5)

28 From São Paulo, say (9)

29 Completely (7)

Screw in (7)

Inveigle (6)

Kitchen gadget (8)

Daydream (8)

Seemingly (10) 16 Most rapid (8) 17 Clouded eye lens (8) 18 Featuring as a principal performer (8)

21 Female organ of a ower (6)

22 Economy (6)

23 Large piece of artillery (6)

26 Truth (4)

Today’s Aim:

17 words: Good 25 words: Very good 34 words: Excellent

letter may only be used once. No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural nouns ending in “s”. E M D C A D E L I

3

5

novelist wrote Crime and Punishment?

Which country is Borat, played by Sacha Baron Cohen (pictured), from?

3 Which basketball team holds the most NBA championship titles?

4 What type of machine would require a bobbin?

5 Where in Northern Ireland can you find the majority of the peace lines?

7 How many petals does a pansy have?

8 In the nursery rhyme Jack Be Nimble, what must Jack jump over?

9 What is the standard measurement of gravity on Earth’s surface?

10 Which band released Don’t Dream It’s Over in 1986?

Enjoy summer wonderland

Whistler in British Columbia, Canada attracts adventurous travellers from around the world – and a lot of them are Australian – many going to work at resorts and just enjoy the lifestyle for a while.

And why not - from the breathtaking alpine playground to the endless options of the Village, its diverse offering of rugged West Coast beauty, passionate community and unrivalled selection of refined experiences mean that, no two visits are alike.

While many people head to Whistler for winter – there is plenty to see, do and experience at Canada’s Whistler Blackcomb – considered the largest ski resort in North America.

Whistler Blackcomb is known for its outdoor adventure but summer also offers an opportunity to slow down and embrace the destination’s wellness side.

From alpine sightseeing and lakeside walks to spa experiences surrounded by forest and mountain views, Whistler provides the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation.

The top slopeside and mountain-view spa experiences include:

■The Spa at Whistler (The Westin): Located slopeside on Whistler Mountain, this in-house hotel spa provides alpine-focused facials (great for treating windburn) as well as soothing massages and aesthetic services right at the base of the mountain.

■Fairmont Chateau Whistler Wellness Centre: Located right at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, this luxury resort features in-house Vida Spa experiences, offering specialized Ayurvedic massage techniques and classic alpine wellness packages.

■Four Seasons Resort Spa: Nestled at the base of the Blackcomb slopes, this resort offers specialized “Mountain Renewal“ treatments featuring

hot rocks, seaweed, and massages that utilize the calming, grounding rhythms of the local alpine environment.

■Scandinave Spa Whistler: While not directly on the mountain, this award-winning 25,000-square-foot outdoor facility is engulfed in an old-growth forest just minutes from the village. It features traditional Scandinavian thermotherapy (hot baths, refreshing waterfalls, and cold plunges) and is famed for offer-

ing sweeping, unobstructed views of the surrounding mountains.

Whether it’s a couples’ escape, a girls’ getaway or simply a chance to recharge, Whistler’s spa and wellness experiences showcase a different side of Canada’s most famous mountain resort.

But for those still wanting to get out and into the great outdoors – there is plenty of that too.

Take a chance to transport to an otherworldly destination aboard the record-breaking Peak 2

Peak Gondola, then set out on an alpine sightseeing experience. Two mountains, 50 plus km of hiking trails, vistas that overload the senses, and an ever changing landscape from early summer snow walls to blooming wildflowers to ancient glaciers.

For general information on exploring Whistler Blackcomb see whistlerblackcomb.com for summer sightseeing passes or winter lift access see epicaustraliapass.com.au

Head to the Everglades during these holidays

Habitat Noosa Everglades Eco Camp is located 25 minutes from Noosa, set amongst 65 acres of National Park and perched on the edge of picturesque Lake Cootharaba and the perfect place to get back to nature during the school holidays.

It has something for all budgets with an array of accommodation options from campsites (powered and unpowered) and backpacker cabins to Glamping tents.

Boasting a number of waterfront activities from stand-up paddle boards, canoes, wave skis, kayaks and tinnie hire to the exciting sport of disc golf in a bushland setting.

The Great Sandy National Park location extends a number of walking trails where visitors can get up close and personal with the abundant wildlife and discover the rich history of the region.

The everglades ecocamp is the gateway to one of only two everglades in the world, where the tea tree-infused waterways and ancient rainforests provide a truly memorable tour experience. Habitat Noosa Everglades Ecocamp, which has just been acquired by the G’Day Group is the ultimate Accessible Wilderness Experience.

The property offers accommodation, hospitality and guided nature experiences in one of Australia’s most renowned coastal destinations.

Habitat Noosa features more than 300 accommodation options and also includes the 200-seat bar and bistro with panoramic views of Lake Cootharaba.

The CootharaBAR and Bistro seasonal menu is inspired by the region’s fresh, local produce and the microbrewery boasts eight plus mouth-watering beers brewed fresh onsite.

Also included is Everglades Eco Safaris, the sole boat tour operator in the Noosa Everglades, which offers guided eco-cruises focused on immersive wildlife and nature experiences.

There is also access to a complimentary shuttle to and from Noosa Heads for guests.

Unforgettable experience

By Ada Hearn - Travel Consultant

Whether you’re a seasoned explorer, a solo adventurer, or simply dipping your toe into the world of travel, Escorted group travel is one of the best ways to explore India. Noosa Travel offers an extraordinary journey filled with culture, history, breathtaking landscapes, and peace of mind. Rich in iconic landmarks and unforgettable experiences, India is the perfect destination for all travelers.

The journey with Noosa Travel begins in the energetic capital of Delhi, where travellers are immersed in India’s vibrant atmosphere with an exhilarating rickshaw ride through the winding laneways of Old Delhi. Passing bustling spice markets, colourful storefronts and centuries-old architecture, it is the perfect introduction to India’s rich culture and daily life.

Travelling by air-conditioned train, the tour continues to the sacred city of Varanasi, one of the oldest living cities in the world. Here, witness the magic of first light on a boat ride along the River Ganges, watching locals gather for prayer on the ghat.

In Agra, travellers encounter one of the world’s most breathtaking landmarks, The Taj Mahal, It captivates visitors with its flawless white marble beauty and extraordinary symmetry. Built as a monument to love, this UNESCO World Heritage site is even more magical in person and truly something to tick off the bucket list.

The tour then continues to the colourful Pink City of Jaipur. Here, guests enjoy an exciting jeep ride to the magnificent Amber Fort, elegant high tea at the luxurious Rambagh Palace and immersive cultural activities including henna painting and traditional turban tying.

A true highlight of the tour is the two-night stay at the magnificent Ranbanka Palace in Jodhpur. Rich in heritage and royal charm, this beautifully restored palace hotel allows guests to experience India like royalty. With grand architecture, elegant interiors and warm hospitality, Ranbanka Palace offers a memorable glimpse into the regal lifestyle of Rajasthan’s former maharajas while exploring the famous “Blue City” of Jodhpur.

The journey concludes in vibrant Mumbai, where colonial history, modern India and coastal glamour combine. Throughout the tour, guests enjoy carefully selected four-star accommodation, daily breakfast and dinner, expert local guides and the reassurance of full escorting by Noosa Travel.

Safety is often one of the biggest concerns for travelers, particularly those traveling alone. The good news is that thousands of Aussies visit Northern India every year and return home with incredible memories and newfound confidence. By choosing an escorted group tour, travelers can explore Northern India safely while enjoying the freedom and excitement travel brings.

If you’ve been considering your first international trip or searching for a journey that combines comfort with adventure, Northern India is an exceptional choice. With trusted travel partners, thoughtful planning, and an open mind, you’ll discover a destination that is welcoming, inspiring, and unforgettable.

Come and discover Northern India - where every journey is filled with wonder, every experience tells a story, and every traveler is welcomed with open arms.

Discover Northern India

12-26 November 2026

Small group tour fully escorted by Noosa Travel Highlights: Delhi, Varanasi, Agra, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Mumbai.

Inclusions:

• 14 Nights 4 star accommodation with breakfast daily and 13 dinners

• Internal flights Varanasi to Delhi, Jodhpur to Mumbai

• Entrance fees to sights and monuments

• English speaking National tour guide and local guides

• Train journey Delhi to Varanasi in Executive Chair Car

• High tea at Rambagh Palace, boat ride on River Ganges

• Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi

• Air conditioned transport for all transfers and sightseeing

• Fully escorted by Noosa Travel

*Conditions apply. International airfare additional.

$7,425*/person twin share

$9,525* single

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in Standard Stateroom From $3,595pp in Veranda Stateroom

Lights, camera, Titanic

By Jim Fagan

James Cameron, Hollywood director of the 1997 Academy Award winning movie, Titanic, wanted footage of the wreckage of the liner 4250 metres beneath the Atlantic so he invited Pieter de Vries to go with him.

The international photographer, who comes from Sydney, admits he had some misgivings about descending to the ocean depths in a submersible to view the ship which on April 12, 1915

struck an iceberg and sank with the loss of 1500 passengers and crew.

He went along, however, and on Saturday, June 27, as a guest of ArtsNational Noosa, he will present “Inside Titanic – Unveiling Its Intimate Secrets” with some behind-the-scenes stories and segments of his documentary which reveal Titanic today as an amazingly well-preserved maritime museum 20 kms off the coast of Newfoundland.

The speaker is one of the leading documen-

tary cinematographers in the world. His career has included him filming the Red Army in China, working with NASA and contributing to programmes hosted by Sir David Attenborough. His numerous awards include Cinematographer of the Year, and an Emmy nomination. His work has featured on NBC, BBC, History, Discovery and National Geographic Channels, as well as on ABC Television.

Inside Titanic, Saturday, June 27, 3.45pm for 4.00 pm start. St Mary’s Church, 17 William Street

Eumundi School of Music turns 10

It’s 10 years since Eumundi School of Music (ESOM) began – a not-for-profit program that has now gifted mentoring and tuition scholarships to 300 plus young rockers from across the Sunshine Coast!

ESOM was founded by five-time ARIA Award winning songstress Katie Noonan, and a team of passionate Sunny Coast professional musicians. The ethos behind starting the school was to ignite a passion and love of music performance in students who were already playing music.

Many of the school alumni are now professional working musicians and studying at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music and Sunshine Coast University.

ESOM Music Director (and trumpet supremo) Jimmy Halliday says this year’s competitive audition process took place over several days at The Imperial Hotel Eumundi and drew in young musicians from all corners of the Coast.

“There’s some serious talent in the students selected this year – across all areas of vocals, keys, guitar, bass and drums,” says Jimmy.

Following the audition process, the teaching team formed “bands” from the successful students – marrying the skillsets and musical aspirations of the young musicians.

“We then held a wonderful gathering in Caplick Park Eumundi, where the students all came

together, met their new bandmates and brainstormed band names,” he says.

Watch out for Compass, Red Bin Chicken, Real Creations and Solidified!

Jimmy explains that the young musos have now been partnered with music teachers – all professional musicians – for individual lessons to fine-tune their craft before the band rehearsals begin.

One of the most exciting elements of the program is the Mini Festival concert with full professional band and production. The 2026 Mini Festival will take place on Saturday 22 August at the Eumundi School of Arts showcasing the 2026 bands, along with ESOM alumni bands and a well-known band or musician headlining the night.

“Previous headliners have included The Superjesus, Tim Rogers, Frente, Clare Bowditch, Alex Lloyd, Abby Dobson and Dallas Frasca, and we’ll soon reveal a very big name who’ll be headlining the concert this year,” Jimmy says.

Put the date in your diary to celebrate this milestone 10-year anniversary with a showcase of the stars of tomorrow.

ESOM is supported by Sunshine Coast Council, Regional Arts Fund/Flying Arts, Eumundi District Community Association, Experience Eumundi, Mooloolaba Music, The Imperial Hotel,

at visitorsan.noosa@gmail.com

GREAT COFFEE, GOOD FOOD & FRIENDLY SERVICE

The Civic Social is a welcoming café in the heart of Noosa Civic, serving specialty coffee, fresh all-day breakfast and lunch, and delicious treats in a comfortable, stylish setting.

Perfect for a morning coffee, lunch with friends or a relaxed catch-up after shopping. BOOK YOUR RESERVATION TODAY! P: 0428 398 317 www.thecivicsocial.com.au

Open 7 Days

Mon–Fri: 7am–3:00pm | Sat–Sun: 7am–2:00pm

Civic Shopping Centre, Noosaville

Free film at

Eumundi

Sunshine Coast families are invited to enjoy free outdoor movie nights under the stars at the Eumundi Amphitheatre, proudly sponsored by Experience Eumundi.

These family-friendly events are the perfect way to relax, connect and enjoy great entertainment in a beautiful open-air setting. Bring a picnic blanket or camp chair, settle in and enjoy a memorable night with the Eumundi community.

The next screening, How to Train Your Dragon (PG), will be held on Saturday 4 July - a fun night out for families of all ages.

“Movie nights are all about bringing our community together,” said Hayley Gee from Experience Eumundi. “It’s a wonderful opportunity for families and friends to enjoy quality entertainment in a relaxed and welcoming environment - completely free of charge.”

For more Eumundi events visit Experience Eumundi or subscribe to our newsletter.

Creative voices celebrated in art

A vibrant new exhibition, Artists Working and Living on Kabi Kabi Country, is featuring at the Pomona Railway Station Gallery until July 16.

This exhibition brings together a collective of eight artists, predominantly Indigenous women, celebrating the diverse creative voices that call Kabi Kabi Country home.

The exhibition features both Indigenous and contemporary Australian artworks and showcases a broad range of artistic styles, mediums and stories, from established artists to emerging creatives.

Visitors to the gallery’s Banana Shed space, will experience works that explore themes of Country, identity, belonging, memory and storytelling, alongside contemporary interpretations of the world around us.

Curator, Lynda Page-Bickley says that while each artist’s voice is distinct, together they create a rich and meaningful conversation about creating, living and connecting on Kabi Kabi Country.

A special feature of the exhibition is pyrography and etching kangaroo skin artwork where artists, including Angela Chapman (pictured), use heat and carving tools to burn animals, traditional symbols and stories into the leather.

Lynda says that the collection is more than simply an art exhibition, rather a celebration of community, artistic diversity and the strong connections that develop when people come together to share their stories through art.

The volunteer-run Pomona Railway Station Gallery is at 10 Station St, Pomona. Opening hours are 10 am to 4 pm Tuesday to Friday; 10 am to 2 pm Saturday and Sunday.

Do-si-do and swing your partner. Kandanga and District Swimming Club is hosting a community bush dance at Kandanga Hall on August 1.558985_02

Go bush dancing in Kandanga

By Erle Levey

If you know the Heel and Toe Polka, The Queensland Backstep, Strip the Willow, The Barn Dance, and the Stockyards, you will understand how much fun a bush dance can be for the whole family.

“The night is always good fun and very family orientated.’’

The Grey Cats band features musicians from the local area and the callers will go through the dances before the music starts.

The do-si-do, for example, is a classic dance move meaning “back-to-back”

Hosted by the Kandanga and District Swimming Club, a bush dance is to be held at Kandanga Public Hall on Saturday, 1 August.

All dances will be taught on the night for those who have not experienced the friendly nature of the dances.

Spokesperson Dianne Cleary said that with the bush dance it’s a community event hosted by the swimming club.

“This is something the swimming club puts on to bring the community together.

“We hold it once a year and this is the fourth one.

It is a staple in many Australian bush dances and during this move, partners walk forward, pass right shoulders, circle back-to-back, and walk backward to their starting spots.

“People catch on pretty quickly,’’ Dianne said.

“It will be a good night out. There will be prizes for best dressed dancers.’’

Doors open 6.30pm and dancing starts at 7pm.

There will be a supper interval so please bring a plate of finger food to share. Soft drinks chips will be available for purchase.

Like the entry of $10 family or $5 adults, it will be cash only. Enquiries 0468 494 029.

Studios open for art trail

This year’s 11th Noosa Art Trail event, will once again showcase the vast creative range of local artists with the event running 14 to 23 August. Once again, we welcome local, intrastate, interstate and overseas artists to this annual visual feast.

With 82 Artists in 72 Studios, on one incredible art trail, you can visit through Noosa, to the beaches and across the hinterland, meeting artists and exploring a varied collection of works where they are produced.

Visit painters, ceramicists, glass artists, jewellery makers, print makers and sculptors.

This year, we have an exciting new initiative, partnering with Bendigo Bank to host a ‘People’s Choice Art Award’ . Noosaville’s historic Wallace House, the ‘ hub’ for the event, is an ideal place to start with the voting, while perusing the large collection of artworks.

We partner with Noosa Shire Council, Tourism Noosa, Noosa Arts & Crafts Association (Wallace House), and appreciate their support. Our generous sponsors this year include Hinternoosa, InPublishing (InNoosa and Hello Sunshine magazines), Bendigo Bank, Matso’s Eumundi, CreateArt, Amara Collective and Noosaville Business Association. The support of these organisations and people makes Noosa Open Studios Art Trail possible.

For more information visit www.noosaopenstudios.com.au and pick up a beautiful printed Trail Guide from a variety of venues – these are

Smart Pups fundraiser

Smart Pups, the Sunshine Coast charity that trains and places life-changing assistance dogs with children living with special needs, is marking 15 years of operations with its Winter Gala at Maroochy RSL on Thursday 16 July.

Founded on the Sunshine Coast in 2011 by Patricia McAlister with just three pups in training, Smart Pups has grown into one of the region’s most-loved charities, placing more than 350 certified assistance dogs with families across Australia from its purpose-built training facility on 55 acres.

The milestone gala will raise vital funds for the Smart Pups Community Shed, a new on-site space that will enhance the charity’s training facilities and open the doors to local school and disability groups. The Shed is set for completion by the end of 2027.

“Reaching 15 years is something every single person who has supported us should feel proud of,” said Smart Pups founder Patricia McAlister. “What started with three pups and a big dream has become a charity that’s transformed the lives of more than 350 children and their families. The Community Shed is the next chapter, a place where we can welcome our community in and show them the magic of what we do.”

Smart Pups Operations Manager Sharni Pinder said the need had never been greater. “Every Smart Pup costs $50,000 to train and place, and it takes us 12 to 18 months to get each dog ready for the child who needs them. We aim to place 20 dogs every year, and the Community Shed will help us do that while bringing the wider community along on the journey. We’d love the Sunshine Coast to come and celebrate with us.”

For families like Henry’s, the impact of a Smart Pup is life-changing. Henry, who is almost 13, was placed with his assistance dog Tess, and his family says she has transformed his world.

“Before Tess, Henry’s safe place was home. If he became overwhelmed, we often had to leave wherever we were and abandon the rest of the day’s plans,” Henry’s mother Lucy said. “Now,

Tess helps him regulate in place so he can continue participating in everyday life. She has become Henry’s safe space, and that safety travels with him wherever he goes.”

“As he gets older, dignity and independence matter enormously. Holding my hand to cross the street no longer feels age-appropriate, but holding Tess’s leash gives him the same safety in a way that supports his confidence and autonomy. Tess is trained to alert to early signs of dysregulation that others may otherwise miss, the subtle cues only people who know Henry extremely well can recognise.”

“Smart Pups hasn’t just provided Henry with an assistance dog, they’ve given him greater independence, flexibility, dignity and confidence. The impact on Henry and our whole family has been extraordinary.”

Guests can expect a memorable evening hosted by MC Carlie Wacker, featuring Paralympic medallist and inspirational speaker Beau Vernon, who will take to the stage before being joined by Pat Welsh for a fireside chat. The night also includes a two-course dinner, drinks package, live and silent auctions and a DJ set from Brett of Raw Ordio. Smart Pups is inviting the whole Sunshine Coast community to come along and celebrate 15 years.

And in a first for the gala, guests will be able to visit a puppy kissing booth, with several Smart Pups and their trainers, along with puppies in training, on hand throughout the evening.

Smart Pups is grateful for the generous support of Maroochy RSL, XXXX and the many local businesses and sponsors who have donated auction items and prizes to make the night possible.

The black-tie event (black and white with a splash of red) begins at 6pm on Thursday 16 July at Maroochy RSL. Single tickets start at $250 and tables of 10 are $2,200. Tickets, tables and donations are available now at https://events.humanitix.com/smart-pups-winter-gala • Learn more at www.smartpups.org.au

COMMUNITY UPDATE NOOSATODAY.COM.AU

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

The next meeting of the Tewantin Noosa Garden Club will be held on Monday 13 July at the Anglican Church, William Street Tewantin at 1.30pm. The Guest Speaker will be Darryl Ruprecht “The King of Ferns “ talking about ferns and staghorns. Plant sales, raffles, competition table, afternoon tea and friendship. For more information contact Vickie 0417034300.

RSL WOMEN’S AUXILIARY

The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa RSL Women’s Auxiliary will be held on Friday 3 July at 10am for 10.30am . start. All members and friends welcome, please phone Kay on 0402804270.

SEW & CHAT

Our sewing group will next meet on Saturday 27 June at Wallace house, 1 Wallace Dr, Noosaville. We are a friendly group that sew and chat. All sorts of crafts welcome. Phone Angela 0408068148.

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 (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

Marshall leads local tour

Acclaimed songwriter Jackie Marshall brings her new album The Last Of The Human Troubadours to Coolum, Maleny, Pomona and Eudlo this July, presented by Red Chair.

A rare meeting of soulful songwriting and cinematic strings, the tour sees Marshall joined by the hauntingly beautiful Black Square Quartet and esteemed guitarist Chris Pickering, performing arrangements by composer Robert Davidson.

The program moves between Marshall’s original songs and unexpected companions, from an obscure Joni Mitchell cover and an Irish/Scottish traditional to the 2,000-year-old Seikilos Epitaph. Marshall’s writing is direct and disarming, tracing a path through uncertain times with warmth, humour and cleareyed honesty.

“Jackie has a remarkable ability to make deeply personal stories feel universal,” says Red Chair Director Angie Dunbavan. “Her songs are thoughtful and emotionally rich, and this collaboration with Black Square Quartet brings a whole new dimension to her work. It’s a beautiful meeting of contemporary songwriting and finely crafted chamber music.”

One of Australia’s most distinctive independent songwriters, Marshall has spent two decades creating work that moves across folk, country, rock, improvised and art music traditions. Her debut album Fight n’ Flight was shortlisted for the Australian Music Prize alongside artists including The Drones, Gotye and Lisa Gerrard, establishing her reputation as a singular voice in Australian music.

Since then, Marshall has released a string of critically acclaimed recordings and collaborated widely across music, theatre, circus and community arts projects.

Backed by Black Square Quartet’s vivid contemporary arrangements, The Last Of The Human Troubadours brings together soulful virtuosity, quiet intensity and a deep commitment to storytelling.

Presented by Red Chair, this tour continues a commitment to bringing high-quality live music experiences to South-East Queensland regional communities, connecting audiences with some of Australia’s finest artists.

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 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

This tour is supported of the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland and Sunshine Coast Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.

Performance dates: Coolum Civic Centre, Saturday 11 July, 7pm, Maleny Community Centre, Sunday 12 July, 4pm, Majestic Theatre, Pomona

• Saturday 25 July, 7pm and Eudlo Hall, Sunday 26 July, 4pm

• Full event details: redchair.com.au

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

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.

MAGZ JAZZ

Increase strength, flexibility, energy and wellbeing. Dance exercises and stretch. Learn new dance moves and routines to inspired music. Jazz & Latin style dance keeps body moving, mind agile, memory working and spirit lifted. Tuesdays 8am-9.30am in Tewantin. Phone Margaret for details 0425 269 988

JOIN

ZONTA CLUB OF NOOSA

For over 30 years, the Zonta Club of Noosa -proudly affiliated with Zonta International - has strived to empower local women through education bursaries, and health initiatives, providing advocacy and support for issues caused by gender-based violence and homelessness. We host fundraising and advocacy events throughout the year. Join us for our monthly dinner meetings. Visit zontanoosa.org or email admin@zontanoosa.org

Dolphins highs and lows

U15s Noosa Dolphins Round 9

The Noosa Dolphins U15s travelled to Nambour on Saturday to take on Grammar, producing some promising passages of rugby despite going down 40-12 to a well-drilled and highly skilled opposition. The Dolphins showed plenty of determination in a tough and physical contest, particularly in the scrum where they were without their usual front row. Tries were scored by Raf and Max, while Luke added a conversion.

Domino’s Player of the Match went to Noa, who stepped up admirably into the front row and led from the front. Special mentions also went to Baden and Cormac for their efforts in the scrum, while centres Raf and Max again demonstrated why they are regarded among the competition’s best in their positions. With the season continuing to build momentum, the Dolphins now turn their attention to an exciting New Zealand tour and more rugby adventures ahead.

U13s

The Noosa Dolphins came into the Round 9 clash with seven straight wins; this match would prove a great test of where they stood against the other comp heavyweights, Grammar. While the boys showed glimpses of the rugby produced all year, simple mistakes, missed defensive assignments and positional lapses proved costly.

After falling behind early, tries from Emmerson, Ben, Harvey and Alex kept the U13s in the contest, with Ben adding two conversions. There were excellent moments in attack, including strong runs from Duke and classy backline movement, but the boys struggled with momentum. Once Grammar gained the upper hand, the boys couldn’t lift themselves out of the doom-andgloom mindset.

A huge positive were the forwards, who worked hard all game and laid a solid platform despite the scoreboard pressure. While the result didn’t go their way, it serves as an important reminder that defence, communication and positional play win games.

Domino’s Player of the Match went to Ben who put his body on the line with two try saving tackles.

U9s

A tight, nerve-wracking game saw the Dolphins never give up in their first encounter against a tough Caloundra team. Lachy made his captaincy debut, doing a great job leading the side. Keanu showed great tackling from the getgo, and Buster’s precision passing and quick pressure on the opposition at the breakdown were

impressive. Liam’s strong leg drives propelled the Dolphins down the field along with Max straight up through the middle.

Otis defended consistently, with a standout try-saving tackle on the line. Owen showed safe hands on the wing, holding his position to set up attacking opportunities. Billy displayed impressive vision, spotting gaps and turning over the ball. Eli was vocal in supporting his team, always working hard to do his part, while Gus never gave up, taking the hard tackles and always eager to get back into the game.

Hemi earned Domino’s Player of the Match honours for consistently closing the space and putting pressure on the opposition.

U8s

It was a very different game for our Noosa Dolphins U8s Red team this weekend, taking on Flinders in a six-a-side format. With plenty of space to cover, the team rose to the challenge, supporting each other beautifully under defensive pressure, with fun in the mud along the way!

There were sensational tries from Walt, Charlie and an incredible five from Vali. Atticus and Ned showed outstanding defence, continuing to improve week after week, following Alfie’s strong example of tireless persistence. Lachie, Vali, Charlie and Alfie once again proved themselves as exceptional all-rounders, making great ground

Lions win over Maroochydore

By Alasdair Scott

Two goals from the in-form Noosa midfielder, Oli Williams, proved just enough for the Noosa Lions to deservedly secure all three points in a tightly contested match with Maroochydore on Saturday night.

A very positive start from Noosa put the visitors on the back foot straightaway and the visitors were indebted to their goalkeeper who made four outstanding saves in the first twenty minutes. Ollie Blackmore had a fabulous left foot dipping volley from 30 yards tipped over the bar, Martin Penafiel’s thunderous shot was parried (and though the rebound was bundled over the line, it was ruled off-side) and Sam Boldy was denied twice by the Maroochydore custodian. By contrast, Cameron Boldy, the Noosa ‘keeper wasn’t troubled until the 30th minute. It remained scoreless at half-time, with Noosa feeling frustrated that they hadn’t capitalised on their early dominance.

Maroochydore made the early running in the second half, but Oli Williams broke the deadlock when he pounced on a ball from the right wing to fire a half-volley into the bottom left corner, The game opened up with both sides showing their counter-attacking abilities. Sam Boldy’s pace was unsettling the Maroochydore back line and creating chances for the Lions, however, in the 68th minute the visitors snatched an equaliser. A deep free kick wasn’t properly cleared and the Maroochydore forward scored from the edge of the area. Noosa went in search of the winner, but the quality of the final pass and Maroochydore’s determined defence were making it difficult. Following good work on the left wing in the 77th minute between Ewan Argar and Ollie Blackmore, and a good interchange of passes, Penafiel shot just wide of the right-hand post. A few minutes later, Penafiel was the provider

with a well-hit cross from the right, which Oli Williams rose highest to and sent his glancing header into the top corner. The goal proved to be the winner as Noosa closed out the game.

“The players showed patience and resilience and stuck to the game plan” noted the delighted Noosa Coach, Michael Williams, “It was important to build on last week’s performance and get another win – the effort and teamwork were excellent again.” The win moves Noosa to the top of the table on goal difference, but with a game in hand on Nambour Yandina United, whom they play again on 11 July.

The Under 23’s were unlucky to go down 3-2, especially after playing most of the second half with ten men and coming from behind twice against the division leaders.

On Saturday 27 June, the Noosa Lions are away at Coolum with the Under 23’s kicking off at 4pm and the Premier Mens at 6pm. Go the Socceroos v Paraguay!

in both attack and defence. Captain Walt led from the front with energy and determination, delivering strong runs and brilliant tackles.

It was a fantastic display of teamwork, with the Dolphin spirit shining through in a well-earned draw. Domino’s Player of the Match went to Atticus for his dedication, improvement and overall contribution.

U7s

This week our young Phins travelled to the land of literature to present a module on rugby. A pair of plovers were hard at work dive-bombing any person who ventured near the warmup area adding an extra sense of alertness to game preparation. Mala was at his usual best, running hard, scoring tries and cover defending. He also put his hand up to do the extra duties needed for the team speaking a lot about his leadership skills. Alfred was again excellent in defence and handed in a report on ‘don’t argue’ in attack. Riley was solid in attack, scoring a long-range try with a Ben Tune-esque finish.

Although, this week it was all Charlie, aka Mr Consistent. Charlie is a future team captain who leads the tag count in defence, known to score a few tries, and leads by example to his fellow peers. This week he continued, pushing defence and scoring tries, securing him a high distinction Domino’s Player of the Match.

Softballers hit a home run at regional competition

Under 12 girls and boys representing all primary schools from across the Noosa district, competed at the Regional District Softball trials in Redcliffe earlier this month.

The students played extremely well considering they had only practiced together as a team a few times prior to the competition, but coach Richard Wakeham prepared the kids beautifully as always, for the 2-day carnival, playing teams fielded from right across the Sunshine Coast.

The team was made up of students selected fromALLlocalprimaryschoolsintheNoosaarea.

They won many of their games, and fielded incredibly well on the final day, holding several teams to no home runs!

For many of the players, the trip was about more than just softball. It was an opportunity to make new friends, build confidence, learn new skills and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Congratulations to Jacky Rabeling and Alice Wansley, who were selected to represent the Sunshine Coast at Queensland State Championships later this year. Positions in both the boys and girls teams were fiercely contested, and they were both very deserving.

The Noosa Seagulls offer a healthy mixed junior competition on Saturday mornings, perfect for beginners or those wanting to give the sport a try in a supportive environment. They practice after school on Wednesday afternoons and it is great fun for all.

The club prides itself on being welcoming and inclusive, with an open-door policy encouraging players of all ages and abilities. No prior experience is required, and all equipment is supplied.

Coach Richard Wakeham praised the team’s effort and attitude throughout the event.

“The players gave 100 per cent every time they stepped onto the field,” he said. “Their teamwork, sportsmanship and enthusiasm were outstanding, and they represented Noosa exceptionally well.”

From big hits and great catches to cheering on teammates and celebrating every success, the team demonstrated what junior sport is all about - having fun, supporting one another and giving it their best shot.

New players under 14 are invited to attend Saturday morning sessions from 9am at the Noosa District Sports Complex, 31 Butler Street, Tewantin. Those interested can enjoy a free trial session, with participants encouraged to simply bring runners, a water bottle and plenty of enthusiasm.

Now is an exciting time to get involved in the sport with the finals of the Women’s Softball World Championships being played in Redcliffe next year, featuring the top eight teams from around the world, all competing for qualification to the 2028 Olympic Games.

Rubbish Removal

Proposed Development

Make a submission from 26 June to 21

19 x Multiple Dwellings (A ordable Rental Premises) and Reconfiguring a Lot (4 to 2 lots)

Where: 45 & 47a Maple St & 9 Myall St Cooroy

On: 15 & 18 C5605; 1 & 2RP99323

Approval sought: Development Permit for Material Change of Use - Multiple Dwelling (A ordable Rental Premises –19 Small Dwelling Units), and Reconfiguration of a Lot –4 Lots into 2 Lots

Application ref: MCU23/0007 & RAL23/0001

You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to: Noosa Council PO Box 141 Tewantin QLD 4565 mail@noosa.qld.gov.au 53296500 www.noosa.qld.gov.au

Tigers thrashed by Brisbane powerhouse

By Julian Pitts

The Rococo Noosa Tigers looked flat and at times disinterested as they copped a 16 goal belting by a Morningside team who look very much like a Premiership favourites. All over the ground the Panthers looked taller,stronger,vquicker and more skilful than the young Noosa Tigers, who for the first time this year were never really in the contest. The Tigers still remain in the all important eighth position with a huge away game against Aspley this Saturday before a competition bye.

Billy Shanks, who is having a wonderful season was easily the Tigers best whilst Thomas Wheelan, Mav Pettigrove and the two McKenzie boys battled it out the entire day. All in all just beaten by a much better side on the day!

The Senior Women unfortunately were given a forfeit when hinterland couldn’t field a team but remain equal top of the table with Sandgate to play in Brisbane this Saturday night.

The Tiger Reserves were easily defeated by the ladder leaders Morningside however still remain firmly in eighth spot and should start to see injured players coming back over the next few weeks and particually after the bye.

The Tigers Colts had a superb win over the third placed Morningside to remain in sixth spot in the ladder. Jarred Moss led by example and the class of Riley Mackay and Zion Kendall was there to see also in what was another terrific win in a good all round team performance.

The Noosa Tigers inclusion team had a ter-

rific two point win over Moorooka in Brisbane last weekend. Brett Evans boys are attempting to go ‘back to back ‘ Premiers and are slowly building momentum as the season progresses.

Speaking of our Inclusion coach Brett Evans, a big congrats on being named Queensland State Inclusion coach for 2026. A sensational achievement!

Of course the day was all about our fantastic sponsors who we cannot thank enough and I know thoroughly enjoyed the luncheon provided by Rococo and our guest speaker Tim Paine.

The ex-Australian cricket captain had the strong 120 crowd completely engaged the entire time and spoke with the class and likeable persona that made him a popular Test captain.

Thanks once again to all our sponsors and to all that helped organise the day.

The Tigers had their annual Tiger Ball at the Villa last Saturday night and from all reports it was a huge success. A great venue and packed numbers made the night with a big thank you to our social ctee who made the event happen!

Good luck to all those representing Noosa this weekend!

Go Tigers

Cheers

Pittsy Media Award Votes

5. B. Shanks

4. M.Pettigrove

3. T.Wheelan

2. W.McKenzie 1. R.McKenzie

Weekend of celebrating Widgee’s 20 ’wunderful’ years

By Erle Levey

It was a wonderful weekend for Widgee Endurance And Trail Riders Club with ideal weather and strong fields for the club’s 20th anniversary rides.

There were 121 riders competing in three events of 20km, 80km and a 60km elevator in which competitors can nominate to elevate to 80km.

The Wunderful Widgee rides at Widgee Showgrounds saw good completion rates in all events as riders look to prepare their horses for the Tom Quilty Gold Cup to be held at Imbil on 3-5 July.

Riders also took the chance to meet their requirement of having completed 500km of registered Australian Endurance Riding Association (AERA) events.

“People enjoy being at Widgee,’’ AERA secretary Kim Moir said. “They successfully hosted the Queensland State Championships in 2024 and Federation Endurance International (FEI) rides.

“There is an enthusiastic group of volunteers and organisers helping out and good community facilities for riders to gather.’’

The fine weather and the magnificent scenery on the course showcased why this event is a favourite on the endurance calendar, event photographer Sarah Sullivan said.

“From magical fog-covered sunrises filtering through the towering gums to breathtaking mountains stretching across the countryside, riders and horses were treated to some spectacular scenery.

“Congratulations to all who helped make this milestone celebration such a memorable success.’’

Riders reported the tracks were good going but with rocky patches - and solid elevations on both legs of the 80km ride.

There were 74 entries in the 80km ride at 86 percent completion; 41 entries in the 60km event with 92.68 percent completion. The 20km had six entries for 83.33 percent completion.

Mary Duncan and Bonnybrooke Samarai took line honours and were first lightweight in the 80km ride with a time of 5hrs 55mins. Close behind was Charlotte Irwin riding Cedarton Sh’Tarn in 6hrs.

Duncan Woodhead was first heavyweight riding Norfolk Park Nasr in 6hrs 33mins, and Bec Miller first middleweight riding Boonara Red Foo

in 6hrs 5mins.

Ella Stanton, also from Boonara Endurance at Goomeri, was first junior, riding Boonara Dark Ruby and with the same time of 6hrs 5mins.

TEAMS ANNOUNCED FOR TQ 2026

QERA has announced the Queensland State Representative Teams for the 2026 Tom Quilty Gold Cup National Championship.

The ride, to be held at Stirling’s Crossing Equestrian Centre at Imbil on July 3-5, will see teams from all Australian states compete, with the possible exception of Western Australia.

The selection panel was inundated with nominations from many brilliant rider and horse combinations.

Four teams have been selected for the State Representative Competition, and a fifth team has been selected for the Junior Teams Competition.

Congratulations go to all team members., with such a talented, strong array of Queensland riders and horses.

To be considered for a State team, rider and horse combinations must demonstrate a strong partnership and consistent track record with particular regard given to success in long distance events.

They must have a minimum of two riders who are either middleweight or heavyweight.

The Queensland teams are QERA Crocodiles, QERA Cockatoos, QERA Koalas, QERA Quokkas and QERA Possums.

Queensland Koalas: Karen Lee and Markus Romulus; Saasha Grogan and S’shada Material Girl; Charlotte Irwin and Cedarton Sh’Tarn; Amelia Best and Moondarra Elton.

Queensland Crocodiles: Ute Jordan and Bullio Pilot; Tracey Easthaughffe and Soliloquy; Emma Dimech and Yarramine Regal; Sue Sutcliffe and En-Theos Zhivago.

Queensland Cockatoos: Maeve Paten and Cameo Bizmarck; Leigh Bannister and Moonlight Shimmah; Shelley Chapman and Cameo Capriole; Taylor Grogan and Anastazia VA.

Queensland Possums junior team: Bridget Pedracini and SC Valkyrie Spirit; Tomomi Usami and Splendacrest Vector; Maggie McNamara and Maverick; Gina Pedracini and Truly Unique J-S.

Endurance is a positive and inclusive sport which values the relationship between horse and rider and completing well together, because the motto is: To complete is to win.

WUNDERFUL WIDGEE 80KM RESULTS

Heavyweight: 1. Duncan Woodhead, Norfolk Park Nasr (best conditioned horse); 2. Jo Barsby, Dumaresq Vaquero; 3. Amber Girdler, Bonnie. 4. Taleigha Church, Widgerry Sudoku.

Middleweight: 1. Bec Miller, Boonara Red Foo (best conditioned). 2. Emilie Jensen (4), Splendacrest Myth. 3.Lou Chargros, Duray Spartakos. 4. Vic Alran, Rimaakably Spotless J-S.

Lightweight: 1. Mary Duncan, Bonnybrooke Samarai, line honours 5:55:06. 2. Charlotte Irwin,

Pickleball is on the way

There was great representation from Noosa Pickleball Club on the Sunshine Coast and in Brisbane at recent tournaments. The Pickleball Palace at Buderim held their Winter Tournament event and congratulations to all participants and medal winners.

Ladies 50+3.0 and under, Monique Gorham and Joanne Flood won gold 15-`13 in a very tight battle with fellow NPC members Annie Chan and Tracy Idle who took home the silver medal, and NPC members Desley Arnold and Becky Beckham just missed out on a bronze medal.

The men’s 50+3.0 saw Simon Duff and Phil Ellis take home a silver medal after a very close match. Shaun Green and Christina Relouw continued with the medal haul taking home a silver medal in the 35+3.5 mixed doubles.

Day 2 also saw more medals in the mixed doubles with Annie and Simon beating Desley and Nick Hoops Hooper, for the bronze medal. Both teams played hard in a big pool and just lost their semies to the overall gold and silver. Becky and John Cronin did well through to the quarter finals. Well done to the NPC

At the Queensland Pickleball Tournament at Redcliffe, club legends Ron Gatl partnered with Vince Lofaro, and together they dug deep to win gold in the over 70s. Well done gents!!! Noosa Pickleball is growing from strength to strength with many new members all keen to learn this fun social game.

We wish all involved from administrators to coaches’ players and families all the very best in the seasons ahead.

Boxing.

I have just received another flyer about the activities and programs at the Cooroy Impact Boxing and Fitness Centre. As always, its contents are progressive and full of confidence. The program which has been running for two years

and is very successful, with the client base continuing to grow.

The program entitled, Better Through Boxing—Changing Lives Through Inclusion. Designed for both children and adults of all abilities, Better Through Boxing is an all-inclusive program that focuses on much more than boxing. Our goal is to help participants build self-confidence, develop self-worth and create a genuine sense of belonging- not only within our gym, but also within the wider community. Through structured boxing based activities, we aim to provide our clients with the tools to tackle life’s challengers, develop resilience and gain confidence to believe in themselves and their abilities. At Impact Boxing we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to feel included supported and empowered to reach their full potential.

If you know someone who may benefit from the Better Through Boxing program, we would love to hear from you. Please feel free to reach out to either Mark or Kylie at Impact Boxing and Fitness Centre for more information. ‘’

Better Through Boxing: building confidence, creating connections, and changing lives. Who could wish for more.

Martial Arts.

All is going well for the Karate Noosa Club. The program for the months ahead is indeed very busy with both full on training and com-

petition for its students. This club which, under the guidance, of Bryan Dukas Black Belt 6th Dan, teachers the art of Shotokan karate.

The club recently completed an advanced black belt seminar involving 10 hours of intensive training. On 9TH July, it will host a parent and friend’s class. Later in July, members will compete at the National Championships in Tasmania.

Black belt gradings will be held on 15 August. From 1 to 3 October, Adelaide will host the big one, the World Shotokan Karate Federation National Championships. Karate Noosa will close its competitive season with its own championships on 24 October.

Noosa Outriggers.

Noosa Outriggers spokesperson Colin Jones reports that the team has been very active. The much-anticipated Hamilton Island Cup returned from 18 to 21 June 2026, culminating in the 42km Changeover Race around the island.

Noosa Outrigger Canoe Club (Noosa OCC) delivered an outstanding performance at the 2026 Hamilton Island Cup, earning multiple podiums finishes across the major OC6 fleet events. In the 42km Hamilton Cup Changeover Race, the Noosa Chicks battled through a grueling course to place third in the Senior Masters Women division, while Team Bodo also impressed by finishing inside the overall top 10 in a highly competitive 61-boat fleet.

The16km Round Island Race: Team Bodo had their best finish of the regatta here, tracking on a silver medal in the Senior Masters Division missing the top ten spot by just over 3 minutes. Image. In other results Team Muz took second in the Platinum Mixed 16km race, while Paul Squire and Andy Harlr won their age division and 3rd overall in the 8km OC2 race. Between the Flags.

The Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club held

its Annual Dinner and Presentation of Trophies- this year at RACV Noosa Resort. With 200 members and sponsors, including 14 Life Members, in attendance, it was a gala evening and a happy occasion.

Club President Donald McKill welcomed everyone and thanked all patrolling members for maintaining the club’s proud record of no lives lost between the flags while members were on patrol. He also expressed his gratitude to the club’s valued sponsors, particularly RACV Noosa Resort, which hosted and catered the evening.

“Without the support of these people our job would indeed be very difficult. We now have a lot of young people in our ranks and with good teachers and coaches’ things are definitely looking good for the future. And I wish you all the very best for the seasons ahead”

The lifesaving awards were as followers: Patrolperson of the year 15-18 yrs Bryce Shilken, and 18yrs +, Joseph (Joe) Goulding. The Dave Higgins Memorial Trophy-Club Person of the Year25/26 James (Swampy) Marsh. AND the big one- Dave O’Donnell Perpetual Trophy- Patrol Captain of the Year Peter (Solo) Fidler. Surf Sports: Most Improved CompetitorU15-Open Oliver Price. Supreme Athlete of the YearU15-Open Amelie Green. Volunteer Coach of the Year Peter (Solo) Fidler, Official of the Year Jennifer Glassock.In the boat section the Rower of the Year was Steve Hatton.

Next week we will catch up with the newly elected Life Members of Noosa Heads SLSC. Sponsors to be acknowledged were Seabourne Distillery. Netanya Noosa, Akubra and Samuel Smith and Son. Event Partners: Kate Farley-The Supper Club (active club members), Event X, and Balloon Co. Sunshine Coast

Is the Brazilian Storm back?

Or is the real question, did it ever go away?

Yeah, I know the Italian Stallion won in El Salvador, and deservedly so, but it could easily have gone Italo’s way, had he not peaked in dispatching Medina in the semi, and now he sits at the top of the rankings by a healthy lead from Gabby. I know we’re not even at the halfway point of the tour yet, with the Rio Pro in Saquarema in progress as I write, but it’s already getting hard to see anyone but a Brazilian taking out the men’s world title for a second year in a row and for the fourth time in five years.

Right now, post El Salvador and as of the quarters in Brazil, we have Italo at 1, Yago Dora 3, Gabby 4, and the Pupo brothers at 5 and 6. Filipe Toledo was nudging the top 10 at 12 but an early exit at Saquarema has put back to 15. That’s five Brazilians in the top 10, and right now, all we have is Ethan Ewing at 7, George Pittar at 8 and Liam O’Brien hanging in at 10.

We saw the Storm brewing a dozen years ago, when 20-year-old Gabriel Medina became the youngest surfer and the first Brazilian to win the world title, followed up in 2015 when Adriano de Souza won Brazil’s second world title, flanked by Brazilian kids on their way up or already there – Medina at 3, Toledo at 4, and Italo at 7. Interestingly, Adriano’s title could easily have been Toledo’s, with three event wins to Adriano’s two, but he had a few first round shockers in between the glory patches. But from that point on, it was all Gabby, Fil and Italo leading the charge, until Yago Dora claimed the title for the next generation last year.

To be honest, I thought the Storm would burn out before generational change became a factor, but here we are with Yago definitely in the mix for another one, and you can’t write off Sammy Pupo, who’s even younger than Yago, and inspired by big brother Miguel, who is surfing at career best. But I’m looking in another direction, and all I see is Gabby. Centred, motivated, mostly calm, and surfing near career best most of the time. Sure, he hasn’t set the tour alight so far, out early again in Saquarema, but with a second and two thirds on the list, you can tell he’s getting ready to pounce.

Interestingly, his failure to win an event out of six so far is mostly down to his Storm team-mates – Yago taking him out at Bells, Fil at Snapper and Raglan, and Italo in El Salvador. That says a lot about the ongoing strength of the Storm, but it also says a lot about Gabby. He knows it’s his time.

My mate Marto

I walked into the Yottie for a quiet lunch the other day to find a large gathering of the elders of our local surfing tribe, looking ready to make trouble, in the nicest possible way. A voice piped up, “Are you putting a picture of me in your column this week or just more of yourself?”

Well, that would be my mate Marto, and while he might have been making a fair point, it was far from the first time I’d heard it. Marto is a muchloved octogenarian goofy-foot and a stalwart of the Noosa Malibu Club, so I thought I’d better do the right thing and reprise a few of the nice things I wrote about him exactly a decade ago in this space, when he pipped me for second place to Eric Walker in the over 60s division of the Noosa Logger comp.

None of us could ever beat Eric in those days, but Marto gave it a red hot go, later explaining to me that the reason he’d flogged me into third place was that he was the only surfer in the comp who dated back to the era of true logging, when balsa surfboards had just come on the scene. To prove it he pulled out a classic group shot from Dee Why in the summer of 1959 when he was just 13. That’s Marto on the far right, sporting trendy below the knee “okanui” boardies.

Now 80, Marto is still surfing up a storm, as he showed with a fine second in the recent over 80s “world championship” at the Wrecks and Relics. So here you go, old mate. Not one picture but three!

Annie’s Books goes big

Everyone knows that Annie’s Books at Peregian has the best selection of surf books on the coast, but now you can check them out in style at the shop’s new and spacious home, just a few doors down from the old site.

I stuck my head in at the official opening by Noosa Mayor Frank Wilkie last week, and it’s very

THE ESSENCE OF SUNSHINE

PROPERTY MATTERS

ERLE LEVEY

IT’S secluded yet commands one of the more sought-after locations in Sunshine Beachroughly midway between the village and the Noosa National Park.

A walkway through to the beach adds another dimension to the selection of the site for this multi-level beach getaway.

Elevated yet sitting quietly among the treetops with filtered views to the ocean, Arakoon Cres and Maher Tce are down the slope.

Arakoon Park provides a communal gathering area to help build a sense of community. And that in so many ways is the hallmark of Sunshine Beach - a walkable area bounded by ocean, national parks, sporting and school precincts..

The house at 16 Seaview Tce is positioned so as to enjoy the perfect north-easterly aspect.

Now the five-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house with pool is set for auction on Saturday, 11 July, at 11am.

Steven Field at Tom Offermann Real Estate is marketing the property and is finding people love the peace and quiet ... and the seclusion.

The location is important, as with the potential to add value to what is already a house that has significant appeal.

The modern living area has attracted attention but so has there being two primary suites, one with an office or retreat and the exact same thing on the lower level, Steven said.

It’s simply a matter of choosing which one suits, depending on the demographic.

The serenely-sculpted, multi-level beach house, is fringed and enhanced by layers of native gardens. A rainforest setting provides privacy as well as a sense of mystery.

It defines the lush streetscapes from the front as well as the rear access to Maher Tce. Take the pathway for a 200m walk to white

A five-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car house with pool on 1.4ha at 15 Naturalist Place, Doonan, has sold post-auction for $2.675m.

sand and surf breaks.

There’s so much to love about the design, functionality and privacy of this roomy beach house, Steven said, including the multiple openplan living spaces indoors and outdoors by the pool.

The spectacular timber and glass-paned entry door opens to a foyer with lofty ceilings, pastel-tiled floors and thoughtful design. Banks of disappearing doors on the north-west side open to under-cover terraces on two sides.

A delightful U-shaped kitchen features stonetopped cabinetry including a 2m semi-island breakfast bar with view to the rainforest. There are two Miele ovens, induction cooktop and a three-door extra-large fridge, Sharp micro, Bosch dishwasher and a walk-in pantry.

The living space is highlighted by a wall of custom cabinetry and casual lounge area, as well as dining with terrace access on two sides.

The lower level leisure area/lounge, together with two bedrooms and bathroom, connects to the 11.7m pool.

Nestled among the treetops on the top level, the main bedroom suite has a full-width terrace. There is leisure space/study and walk-in robe while the creamy-tiled ensuite is fitted with a double shower and marble-topped, two-basin cabinetry.

The second premier suite retreat on the ground level comes with a picture window to rainforest, a study with custom cabinetry, walkin robe and ensuite.

The laundry is equipped with a Bosch washer and Miele dryer, with the double garage entry is onto Maher Tce.

Not only is it in one of the most sought-after

streets in Sunshine Beach, Steven said, it is 200 metres to the beach, five minutes to the village, and handy to two dedicated accesses to Noosa National Park.

APARTMENTS WITH HIGH APPEAL

Still in Sunshine but appealing to a different demographic is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment that Steven Field is taking to auction on Saturday, 11 July.

The mid-level apartment at 9/11 Henderson St has east-facing views to the ocean.

The centrally-located, renovated beachside residence features modern decor, airconditioning in every room, and is fully furnished.

The Sundancer complex is regarded as a well-managed, sought-after beachside location.

PRIZE HOME SELLS POST AUCTION

A yourtown prize home on 1.4ha at Doonan that was drawn in February this year has settled after selling post-auction with Erica Newton of Tom Offermann Real Estate.

The classic five-bedroom, two-bathroom Queenslander featured 2.7m ceilings, ironbark floors, decorative fretwork and French doors opening to a heated lagoon pool and Bali Hut.

It came with a wrap-around north-east facing verandah and butterfly staircase setting the tone for a gracious residence that was presented with the prize home furniture package.

There was strong interest throughout the auction campaign, Erica said, with bidding reaching $2.375m.

“Following the auction, we continued to hold open homes and eventually entered a multioffer situation between two local families.

“The property has sold for $2.675m, which is an excellent result for the yourtown prize home.’’

Erica is finding most buyers at the moment are local, moving within a 7km radius.

Another opportunity is a renovated fourbedroom, three-bathroom house with pool at Noosa Heads.

In an elevated position and on a 626sq m corner block at 2 Mirrabook Ct, the two-level home comes with expansive north-easterly views across national park.

As well as the saltwater pool there is a pizza oven, built-in barbecue, firepit, and timber deck.

“It’s a great location - a seven-minute walk to coffee and with views that will not be built-out.

“Being on a corner block there is separate entry and separate parking.’’

SECOND TIME PAYS DIVIDENDS

Caroline Johnston at Hinternoosa had six registered bidders for the Saturday, 13 June, auction of a four-bedroom house with pool on 6829sq m at Doonan.

The property at 58 to 62 Marlock Ct, came with shed and dam.

There were two phone bidders from Victoria and Queensland, Caroline reports, and four on the ground - predominantly Sunshine Coast, coastal Noosa and hinterland.

Bidding started at $1.2m and reached $1.545m with the central Sunshine Coast buyer.

The property was initially taken to auction in mid-May and while passed-in at the time attracted four post-auction offers.

“That was around Budget time and we had just seen an interest rates increase as well as the uncertainty around the Middle East.

A five-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 16 Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction Saturday, 11 July, at 11am. (558726)

A five-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 16 Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction Saturday, 11 July, at 11am. (558726)

“Among the post-auction offers were some subject to conditions, and they welcomed the opportunity to come back again.

“Two of those registered for this auction, and ultimately one of those parties was successful.

“We found that buyers needed time initially to get in a position to bid, and the timing for the second auction worked in their favour.

“This property was heavily inspected, and attracted lots of interest. It was at a price-range people felt hard to evaluate.

“From the 1990s, it had good design as well as an end of the court location. The property has double entry, portico and infinity-edge pool.

A five-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 16 Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction Saturday, 11 July, at 11am. (558726)

A five-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 16 Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction Saturday, 11 July, at 11am. (558726)

“Coming from that era there is scope to bring a personal touch and update the house in some areas.’’

Caroline said the it was a good outcome for an up-and-coming part of Doonan.

The Friday, 12 June, auction of a twobedroom house on 1.2ha at Tinbeerwah saw it passed in, and Caroline is now looking for offers over $1.425m.

Re-imagined by Bark Design Architects, there is so much history attached to it, Caroline said.

Circa 1940s yet updated by the muchawarded design team, the house features

A five-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 16 Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction Saturday, 11 July, at 11am. (558726)

textures from that era.

“Some elements need to be addressed but people love the layout, and the way it has such a natural setting.

“There are people looking at it in regard to getting building reports, and appreciating the treed outlook.

“It has been one of the most viewed properties on the internet for the area, and open homes incredibly well-attended.

“Private inspections continue to be extremely high - 24 hours after the auction there were nine groups through.’’

Coming to the market is another Tinbeerwah

A five-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 16 Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction Saturday, 11 July, at 11am. (558726)

A five-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 16 Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach, goes to auction Saturday, 11 July, at 11am. (558726)

property - a level eight acres with a threebedroom house, small dam and shed. One for the renovators, buyers over $1.25m should inspect.

FORTHCOMING AUCTIONS

SATURDAY, 11 July

Sunshine Beach

16 Seaview Tce: 5bed, 4bath, 2car house, pool, 11am, Steven Field 0447 915 953 Tom Offermann Real Estate

9/11 Henderson St: 2bed, 2bath, 1car apartment, 12pm, Steven Field 0447 915953 Tom Offermann Real Estate.

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.

Auction

Saturday 11July11.00am

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Saturday 11.00am -11.30am

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Agent StevenField 0447915953 steven@offermann.com.au

47 BECKMANSROAD , TEWANTI N

Sparklingindulgenceandunderstatedglamour of aglobal standardare thesignaturetraitsofan elitehotelier’s experienceindesignexcellence, andminimalistarchitecture.Ultraprivate,thisisa paradisicaloasiswhere endlessblueskiesmeet the squeakywhitesandofNoosa MainBeach, tenminutes away.Insideit’sall cocktail-coolwithanafter-five air setting, yetreminiscentofa galleryofmodernartwith

a fineassemblageof everythingdecadentTheheartof this extraordinarypropertyisframed by pavilionsand lushgroundswitha luminescentdeeppool,whilethe subtleuseof waterinbetweenthenumerousterraces, hasorganiclightpatterns,addinganinnate senseof serenitytotheshowstoppingexpansivewater court.

Auction Saturday 25July12.00pm Agent PeterTeWhata 0423972034 peter@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

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Agent JesseStowers 0414367282 jesse@offermann.com.au

32/24MU NNACRESCENT , NOOSAVILLE

Imaginetheunbeatablemagnetismofa subpenthouse blessedwithscene-stealing180°viewsofbobbing pleasurecraft ontheriver,pelicansandospreys glidingabove,whilst embracing awaterfrontdotted with swaying coconutpalms,addingsplashesofthe Caribbean tocomplementthecurvaceousarchitectural linesof aholidayparadise.Inside,freshfromthe glossypagesofBelle,theimpossiblebeautyofthe

reimaginationisenrichedwithcustomdesign,furniture andaccessoriesusingbluehues tocomplement. Admirethewhite-bright wallsofplantationshutters, stunningtilesand stonetexturesandhow disappearing doorstothesemi-wraparound terracewith entertainingoptionsgalore,invitesnaturallightto shadowdanceonthewhite-washedoak flooring. Thisistheheartofclass.

Price $3.6M

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Agent Eliza Coppin 0423726639 eliza@offermann.com.au

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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

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Agent

Tim McSweeney 0411122331

tim@offermann.com.au

9/11 HENDERSON ST REET , SUNSHIN EB EACH

Imagine wakingin yourmainbedroom to theshimmerofthe CoralSeathensettling ontoyoureast-facing terrace withmorning coffeeasthesunclimbshigher.This isthekindofoutlookthatmakes everyday livingfeellike apermanentholiday. Soldfullyfurnished,you cansimplyarriveandsettlein.Onesecurecarparkinthe basementprovideshassle-freeparking,whilethesharedpoolwithintheSundancer complexoffersresort-styleamenities. Footstepsfromthesandandsetintheheart ofSunshineBeach,thisbeautifully renovatedbeachside residence inthesoughtafterSundancer complex isperfectlysuitedtoinvestors,thoselookingfora lockand-leave Noosagetaway,orevenyourownseaside residence

A 2 B 2 C 1 D

Auction Saturday 11July12.00pm

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4C RANK ST REET , SUNSHINEBEACH

Agent StevenField 0447915953 steven@offermann.com.au

Perchedontheeast-facingridge,this520m²sitecapturesoneoftherarestluxuries of coastalliving:oceanviews sweepingendlessly towardthehorizonandtheCoral Sea,pairedwitha levelstroll to thevillage,SurfClubandpatrolledbeach.Highdensityzonedwithdirectoceanoutlookand walkablevillageaccess,opportunities like thisinSunshineBeachare genuinely rare.Whethertheambitionisa boutique multi-residentialdevelopmentorothermoreindulgentgrandplans,thescopehere issimplyunavailableelsewhere.SunshineBeachsitsshelteredatthesoutherntip ofNoosaNational Park,unhurried yet utterlyknown.Premiumlandinlocationslike thisdoesnotbecomemoreavailable.Itonlybecomesmorerare.

Auction Saturday11July1.00pm

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Agent AdamOffermann 0475804467 adam@offermann.com.au

ENDLESS BLUE HORIZONS AWAIT

ELEVATED high on the ridgeline of prestigious Seaview Terrace, this landmark residence captures one of Sunshine Beach’s most mesmerising panoramas, where endless blue horizons, rolling surf and spectacular sunrises become part of everyday life. Designed by the acclaimed Bark Design Architects, the residence is a timeless expression of contemporary coastal luxury, perfectly balancing grandeur, privacy and effortless liveability.

Spanning three expansive levels connected by a private lift, the home reveals a series of breathtaking spaces that celebrate the ocean outlook from almost every angle. Walls of glass invite natural light deep into the interiors, while French oak flooring, cedar panelling, copper detailing and a dramatic hand-cut Italian stone feature wall create a rich palette of natural textures and enduring elegance.

At the heart of the residence, the gourmet kitchen with its oversized stone island, premium appliances and butler’s pantry anchors generous living and dining spaces that flow seamlessly to a selection of ocean-facing terraces. Whether hosting long lunches with friends or enjoying a quiet morning coffee as whales pass offshore, every space has been designed to embrace the beauty of its surroundings.

The thoughtful floorplan delivers exceptional separation for family and guests. The mezzanine level is dedicated entirely to a luxurious main suite, creating a private sanctuary above it all, while self-contained guest accommodation on the lower level offers independence and comfort. A temperaturecontrolled wine cellar, eight-person sauna, wood-burning fireplace, Bose surround sound system and six-car garage further elevate the home’s remarkable credentials.

Outside, the 11-metre lap pool glistens against a backdrop of sea and sky, while established landscaped gardens create a tranquil, resort-inspired setting. Cleverly designed alfresco zones include a sheltered barbecue terrace protected from prevailing weather, ensuring year-round enjoyment.

Positioned just footsteps from a pathway leading directly to the dog-friendly beach, and an easy stroll to the vibrant Sunshine Beach village, surf club and Noosa National Park, the lifestyle is every bit as impressive as the residence itself. This is a rare opportunity to secure one of Sunshine Beach’s most admired homes in one of its most tightly held enclaves.

Beyond its architectural excellence, there is an unmistakable sense of permanence and provenance. Built not as a holiday home but as a forever home, every detail

reflects a commitment to quality, longevity and uncompromising design. The result is a residence of international calibre, equally suited to intimate family living or grand-scale entertaining, in a location that continues to define the pinnacle of the Noosa lifestyle.

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Address: 61 Seaview Terrace, SUNSHINE BEACH Inspect: Saturday 11:00–11.30am

Price: Contact Agent Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 6 garage

Contact: Tim McSweeney 0411 122 331, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

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PRIVACY AND LUXURY OF TREE TOP VILLA

LOOKING for indulgent adventures as well as the perfect Noosa lifestyle? Seize the moment and take the plunge. The art of living the dream in a luxury villa is just a few minutes from toes-in-the-sand at Noosa Main Beach.

Yes, bliss is where the climate is idyllic year-round, and an in-vogue villa embraces its position seemingly nestled unobtrusively amongst the rainforest trees of the Noosa National Park. It is also where koalas call home, colourful butterflies abound, and native birdlife chorus daily.

Open the front door for a reality check. Viridian Noosa was designed by renowned architect John Mainwaring, and the 2-level Tree Top villa defines luxe on every level. Note the almost invisible line between indoors and out to the roomy balcony with wide overhangs and awnings offering shade. Alfresco entertaining or spotting an echidna are de rigueur, and sublime tranquility with mesmerising verdant nature is at its best.

Throughout the over-generous living and dining areas, floors are ash-hued, ceilings are high, timber features are ash as is a spectacular timber dining table, and the sofas are sumptuous. Natural light, breezes and cross ventilation are via banks of glass louvres and panes.

The L-shaped kitchen and island/breakfast bar have white stone tops, plus all the latest whiz-bang appliances including induction cooktop, to suit anyone with a flair for creative cookery. Nearby is a media room, ostensibly a

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guest bedroom, also a bathroom.

On the lower level are two primary bedrooms which spill out to the south-facing balcony, have built-in robes and the latest Lumens solarpowered lights. The main has a free-standing oval spa bath in the large ensuite, and a large clear glass pane to drink in nature’s views. The second shares a family-sized bathroom with the third bedroom. There are several secure storage cupboards plus the fully equipped laundry has access to the drying court.

It is a short stroll to the award-winning Park & Cove restaurant, also Stephanie’s day spa, the heated lagoon pool, 25m lap pool, gym and steam room.

“Further along the walkways of Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas is sophisticated Hastings Street,” effuses Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Chris Miller, adding “with its many bars, restaurants and boutiques as well as the Noosa Heads Surf Club and sheltered north-facing Noosa Main Beach.

“Within walking distance along the boardwalk is the main entrance to the 477h Noosa National Park and world-famous Surfing Reserve.

“The nation’s favourite holiday destination is unquestionably Noosa and investment opportunities of this size and finish in Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas are much coveted as

bookings are year-round and mostly back-toback.”

Insider Intel:

• Total area: 270m2

• Floor Area: 238m2

• About Tree Top Villa: 2-level townhouse-style; high ceilings; ash hard wearing floor; aircon + fans; extensive new lighting systems w dimmers + lumens solar powered lighting; several secure storage cupboards

• Garage: dble lock-up garage incl multiple secure storage areas; wall racks for boards etc

• Kitchen: Smeg micro, induction cooktop, rangehood & oven; Fisher & Paykel dish drawer & icemaker fridge; stone-topped benches & breakfast bar; pantry

• Laundry: Fisher & Paykel dryer – vented; Samsung washing machine; Robin Hood ironing station; access to drying area with full clothesline

• Inclusion: full inventory

• Security: keyless to entry & garage

• Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas: architect John Mainwaring; facilities incl buggy service to and from Hastings Street; award-winning Park & Cove restaurant; Stephanie’s Ocean Spa, heated lagoon pool; 25m lap pool; gymnasium/steam room; one of the region’s largest conference centres incl theatrette, private boardrooms, pre-function terrace & conference facility

• Location: walk to Noosa National Park with world-famous Surfing Reserve, Laguna Lookout, Hastings Street & Noosa Main Beach

Address: 6105/5 Morwong Drive, NOOSA HEADS Description: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: $3.15M Inspect: Saturday 27 June 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Contact: Chris Miller 0412 894 542, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

ASecludedOasis

136 SOLAR ROAD, COOROY MOUNTAIN

Welcome to Montana, a private hinterland estate of exceptional quality and rare distinction.

Nestled within an exclusive gated enclave of just five luxury residences, this architect - designed retreat spans 8 pristine acres and commands breathtaking 180-degree views to Cooroy Mountain and the surrounding landscape.

Crafted with enduring materials including concrete and timber, the residence embodies understated luxury, timeless design, and absolute privacy. Thoughtfully integrated sustainability features provide a level of self-sufficiency rarely found in homes of this calibre.

Montana offers the privilege of seclusion without compromise — a sanctuary immersed in nature, yet only minutes from the celebrated restaurants, boutiques, and iconic beaches of Noosa, and just 90 minutes from Brisbane.

A rare opportunity to secure one of the Noosa Hinterland’s most desirable lifestyle estates.

Please contact us to request the full prospectus.

Contact

Linda Shore-Perez 0427 378 687

linda@villarealestate.com.au

Graham Smith 0408 874 888

graham@villarealestate.com.au

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4 MITTI STREET NOOSA HEADS

3 2 1 702m2

A generational Little Cove landholding held by the same family since 1980.

‘Caroona’ is a rare offering in one of the most tightly held coastal enclaves of Noosa Heads.

James Callianiotis 0418 794 970 noosarealestate.xyz

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FULLY RENOVATED FREEHOLD VILLA IN TEWANTIN

NESTLED within one of Tewantin’s most tightly held over-50s communities, this beautifully renovated freehold villa presents an exceptional opportunity to secure a low-maintenance lifestyle in the heart of Old Tewantin.

Positioned within the highly regarded Riverlands, the residence combines privacy, comfort and convenience, offering a peaceful retreat just moments from the Noosa River, Tewantin Village, local cafes, medical facilities and public transport.

Immaculately presented throughout, the villa has undergone a comprehensive renovation, creating a fresh, contemporary residence ready to enjoy immediately. Light-filled interiors are complemented by neutral tones and quality finishes, while the open-plan living and dining area provides a welcoming space to relax and entertain.

The stylish kitchen is well appointed with modern cabinetry, excellent storage and practical bench space, seamlessly connecting with the living areas. The spacious bedroom enjoys builtin storage and direct access to a private covered courtyard, creating a peaceful indoor-outdoor connection rarely found in villas of this size.

The beautifully renovated bathroom is a standout feature, finished with floor-to-ceiling tiling, quality fixtures and a modern walk-in shower. Every detail has been thoughtfully updated to provide a home that is both functional and stylish.

Outside, the private courtyard offers the perfect place for morning coffee, quiet reading or enjoying the Sunshine Coast climate yearround. The freehold title provides the security and independence many buyers seek, while the attached carport and additional storage complete the package.

Residents of Riverlands enjoy access to a welcoming community atmosphere, landscaped grounds and outstanding convenience. Located just minutes from the Noosa Marina, Noosa River foreshore, shopping centres and beautiful walking paths, this is an address that allows you to enjoy everything the Noosa lifestyle has to offer without the maintenance of a larger home.

Whether you are downsizing, seeking a lock-and-leave lifestyle or looking for a quality investment in a sought-after location, this move-in-ready villa represents exceptional value in one of Tewantin’s most desirable lifestyle communities.

Facts & Features

• Freehold villa within popular Riverlands

• Fully renovated throughout

• One spacious bedroom with built-in storage

• Contemporary bathroom with floor-to-ceiling tiling

• Open-plan living and dining area

• Modern kitchen with excellent storage and bench space

• Private covered courtyard and outdoor entertaining area

• Single carport plus storage room

• Air-conditioning and ceiling fans

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• Low-maintenance lifestyle opportunity

• Friendly over-50s community setting

• Minutes to Tewantin Village, Noosa Marina and Noosa River

• Close to shops, cafes, medical facilities and public transport

• Ideal downsizer, retiree or investment opportunity

Address: 18/139 Moorindil Street, TEWANTIN Description: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 garage Price: $599,000 Inspect: Contact Agent Contact: James 0418 794 970, JAMES CALLIANIOTIS –

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•Singlelevelhomewithloadsofcharacter

•Superbcornerlocation,1087m2block

•Liveinasisorrenovatetoreaptherewards

•Threeseparatelivingareas, ceiling fans

•Centraltimberkitchen,view to rear yard

•Solarpanels,detacheddoublegarage

•Leave thecarathome,walk to allamenities

•Makenomistake,thismustbesoldontheday

OPENHOMES

NoosaHeads

Saturday27thJune

9.30AM -10.15AM 3BunyaLane 435 ContactAgentHinternoosa0407730987

11.00AM -11.30AM 9FloodedGumPlace 429 OffersOver$1,799,000Hinternoosa0431 001083

11.15AM -11.45AM85TallowwoodPlace 532 Offersover$1,899,000Hinternoosa0404344399

10.00AM -10.30AM4/16 SerenityClose 322 $3,985,000TomOffermann RealEstate0413044241 10.00AM -10.30AM 9CapriCourt4 22 $1,845,000TomOffermann RealEstate0468922519

10.00AM -11.00AM2/18 GrantStreet 221

10.30AM -11.00AM62OldMill Road 325 OffersOver$1,495,000 Hinternoosa0409953311

Laguna RealEstate0428711163 10.00AM -10.30AM3/24EdgarBennettAvenue 221 ContactAgentCoastalNoosa0411737 767 10.00AM -10.30AM 11 KareelaAvenue 422 CallAgent RealcorpInternational0418794970 10.30AM -11.00AM232/61NoosaSpringsDrive3 2.52 FROM$2.3M PrestigePropertyGroupNoosa0415558656 11.00AM -12.00PM 6MittiStreet 422 CallAgent RealcorpInternational0418794970 11.00AM -11.30AM314/61NoosaSpringsDr 332 Offers invitedJoeLangley RealEstate0419883499 11.15AM -11.45AM 2SmokeBushDrive

10.00AM -10.30AM35Overlander Avenue 326 OffersOver$999,000 Hinternoosa0431 001083

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

1.30PM -2.00PM 6WattleStreet 312 AuctionHinternoosa0422923851

2.00PM -2.30PM 8AshgroveDrive 422 OffersOver$1,150,000Hinternoosa0415111 370

-2.00PM

Sunday28thJune

12.30PM -1.00PM33MeadowCourt3 12 OffersOver$1,799,000 Hinternoosa0431 001083

Thursday2ndJuly 1.00PM -1.30PM26/6QuambyPlace 11 -$2,350,000TomOffermann RealEstate0417600 840

Noosaville

10.00AM -10.30AM 129ForestAcresDrive 423 Offersover$1,495,000Hinternoosa0404344399

Friday26thJune 10.00AM -10.30AM4/7-11 JamesStreet 221 O/O$1,200,000Cons.Laguna RealEstate0419332973

Saturday27thJune

10.00AM -10.30AM 11 Kareela Avenue 422 CallAgent RealcorpInternational0418794970

3.00PM -3.30PM 11 Kareela Avenue

-5.00PM 6MittiStreet

8.00AM -8.30AM 101 NashRd 000 CallAgent RealcorpInternational0418794970

9.00AM -9.30AM 11 Kareela Avenue 422 CallAgent RealcorpInternational0418794970

9.00AM -9.30AM541/61NoosaSpringsDrive4

10.00AM -10.30AM 14BWyandraStreet

-10.30AM 6WhiteBeechRoad

10.00AM -10.30AM32/24MunnaCrescent 221 $3,600,000TomOffermann RealEstate0423726639 10.00AM -10.30AM3/8PortsideCourt3 21 $2,800,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893 11.00AM -11.30AM25 RoseAshCrescent 422 $1,750,000Laguna RealEstate0434236 110 11.00AM -11.30AM3/229-231GympieTerrace 32+2

-1.00PM 3ColleyLane 422 Offers over$1,899,000Hinternoosa0404344399

Wednesday1stJuly

11.00AM -11.30AM3/229-231GympieTerrace 32+2 $3,950,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893 11.00AM -11.30AM78/73HiltonTerrace 221 O/O$690,000ConsLaguna RealEstate0419332973 12.00PM -12.30PM3/213GympieTerrace 221 $1,950,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893 12.00PM -12.30PM9/5BarbadosCrescent 221 O/O$1,290,000Cons.Laguna RealEstate0419332973

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Wednesday1stJuly

12.00PM -12.30PM 16 SeaviewTerrace 542 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0447915953 1.00PM -1.30PM9/11 HendersonStreet 221

12.30PM -1.00PM 5LacewoodCourt5 3.5 2BYNEGOTIATION Prestige PropertyGroupNoosa0415558656 Pinbarren

Saturday27thJune

2.00PM -2.30PM 152PomonaKinKin Road 311 OffersOver$995,000 Hinternoosa0415111 370

Tewantin

Friday26thJune

4.00PM -4.30PM 14 AdaStreet 324 PresentalloffersLaguna RealEstate0438026300

Saturday27thJune

9.30AM

9.00AM -9.30AM 15 RectoryStreet 422 OffersConsideredHinternoosa0449921662

9.30AM-10.00AM 5SchoolStreet 322 OffersFrom$939,000Hinternoosa0415111 370

10.30AM -11.00AM 16 MarqueeLane 424 OffersOver$1,375,000Hinternoosa0415111 370

11.00AM -11.30AM51Hollis Road 533 OffersOver$1,725,000Hinternoosa0404344399

11.30AM -12.00PM 19TreeStreet 422 OffersConsideredHinternoosa0415111 370 12.30PM -1.00PM 9RansomeStreet 310 OffersConsideredHinternoosa0415111 370

11.00AM -11.30AM39NetherbyRise 311 $2,150,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0409685211

1.00PM -1.30PM9/11HendersonStreet 221 Auction

9.00AM -9.30AM21CrankStreet 432 ContactAgent

10.00AM -10.30AM 4CrankStreet Auction

TomOffermann RealEstate0447915953

TomOffermann RealEstate0468922519

TomOffermann RealEstate0475804467

10.00AM -10.30AM 10 CoralSeaCourt- $4,800,000TomOffermann RealEstate0411122331

10.00AM -10.30AM22EnterpriseStreet 342 ContactAgent TomOffermann RealEstate0447915953

11.00AM -11.30AM 16 SeaviewTerrace 542 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0447915953

11.00AM -11.30AM61 SeaviewTerrace 436 ContactAgent

12.00PM -12.30PM3/1 FerrisStreet 321 $2,095,000

TomOffermann RealEstate0411122331

TomOffermann RealEstate0447915953

1.00PM -1.30PM9/11HendersonStreet 221 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0447915953

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EXQUISITE FAMILY HOME IN COVETED ESTATE

SET on a generous 1,500m² in the tightly held Noosa Banks Estate, this exceptional residence offers a lifestyle of effortless family living, privacy and connection to nature.

Positioned proudly on the high side of the street and surrounded by lush parklands, elegant homes and a serene natural waterway it is a peaceful sanctuary where children can play safely, weekends unfold at a slower pace and every day feels special.

From the moment you arrive, a sense of calm sets in. Step inside and discover a home thoughtfully designed for both relaxed family living and effortless entertaining. At the heart of the home the open-plan lounge, dining and gourmet kitchen flow seamlessly to a sundrenched northerly covered alfresco terrace overlooking the sparkling pool. It is a space made for the Noosa lifestyle - summer evenings by the water, children splashing in the pool, laughter around the barbecue and friends gathering for sunset drinks as the surrounding gardens come alive with birdlife and the gentle rustle of leaves.

Accommodation is both spacious and versatile. The master suite offers a peaceful private retreat complete with a generous ensuite and a his-and-hers walk-through robe. Two light-filled guest bedrooms with built-in robes, a media room (or optional fourth bedroom) and a dedicated study ensure flexibility for families, guests or those working from home. The main bathroom with separate toilet adds everyday convenience. Designed with comfort and practicality in mind, the home features ceiling

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fans throughout, split-system air-conditioning in the master and main living area, easy-care tiled living zones and carpeted master bedroom for warmth. It is a home equally suited to quiet family living or entertaining at a moment’s notice.

The gardens are truly something special. Meticulously landscaped, they provide a beautiful and ever-changing backdrop to the home. Meandering pathways, flowering shrubs, mature trees and lush lawns create a sense of privacy and tranquillity. Quiet corners invite moments of reflection, while open green spaces offer room for children to play and families to gather. Seasonal blooms and thoughtfully placed garden beds ensure colour, life and

beauty throughout the year, making the outdoor spaces just as captivating as the interiors. The expansive backyard offers plenty of space for games, gatherings or simply relaxing in the sun. Water tanks keep the gardens thriving and a garden shed provides practical storage. The interplay of sunlight, shade and greenery creates a setting where every day feels like a retreat.

Features You’ll Love

• 1500m2 block, expansive gardens.

• Master suite with spacious ensuite & his-andhers walk-through robe

• Two guest bedrooms with built-in robes

• Media room or optional fourth bedroom plus study

• Spacious open-plan living, dining & kitchen flowing to alfresco entertaining

• Gourmet kitchen with gas cooktop & large pantry.

• Split system air conditioning & continuous hot water system

• Double garage, garden shed & three water tanks for garden irrigation.

Lifestyle Location

• 4 minutes to Tewantin Village & Primary School

• 10 minutes to Gympie Terrace riverside, public BBQs & water activities

• 18 minutes to Noosa’s iconic Hastings Street & beaches

• 31 minutes to Sunshine Coast Airport Rarely does a home of this calibre come to market. Here life is measured in laughter by the pool, quiet mornings wandering through beautiful gardens, weekends exploring the nearby waterway and evenings watching the sun settle over your private sanctuary. This is more than a home - it is a lifestyle waiting to be embraced.

Address: 28 Cooroibah Crescent, TEWANTIN Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: Offers Above $1,750,000 Considered Inspect: Saturday 11.30am – 12.00pm

Contact: Chris Forde 0411 328 488, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

NOOSA RIVER FRONT ROW POSITION

BEAUTIFULLY renovated and perfectly north facing, this light-filled apartment sits in a boutique riverside complex of just eight exclusive residences in a quiet and secure Noosa River setting. Warm winter sunshine streams through the fresh contemporary interiors, creating an inviting coastal feel throughout.

Offering two generous bedrooms, sleek modern bathrooms and stylish plantation shutters, the open plan kitchen, dining and living area flows effortlessly to a lovely outlook across the river.

Stroll to an array of popular restaurants, cafes, boutiques and the iconic Noosa Yacht Club, or enjoy the relaxed riverside lifestyle with scenic walking paths, sandy beaches and pristine swimming spots right at your doorstep. Hop on the ferry to Hastings Street or Noosa Marina, with transport and everyday amenities

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all within easy reach.

Complete with a stunning pool, pet-friendly living, secure remote-access parking and lowmaintenance appeal, this is a standout lifestyle and investment opportunity in the heart of the vibrant Gympie Terrace precinct.

• Absolute front row Noosa River position

• Boutique complex of only eight exclusive residences

• Beautifully renovated with fresh coastal interiors

• North facing with abundant natural light and winter sunshine

• Two generous bedrooms and two sleek modern bathrooms

• Open plan living flowing to lovely river views

• Walk to cafes, restaurants, boutiques and Noosa Yacht Club

• Stunning pool, secure parking, pet-friendly living and an exceptional lifestyle location in the Gympie Terrace precinct

Address: 3/213 Gympie Terrace, NOOSAVILLE Description: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: $1,950,000 Inspect: Saturday and Wednesday 12.00-12.30pm

Contact: Melanie Butcher 0407 379 893, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

•Rareopportunity to buy anincome-generatingholiday unit

•Quiet locationintheeverpopular“Ivory Palms” resort

•Spaciousfully-furnished townhousewithallmodconsandprivatepatio

•Immaculate,stylish, open plan,study,powderroom,separatelaundry

•Carport next to thefront door;lockablestorage unitatone end

•Enjoy your ownholidays;on-sitemanagersprotect your investment

•Easyflat walkingdistancetorestaurants,bars,shopsand NoosaRiver

•These well-locatedtownhousesaretightlyheld,bequick to enquire!

FoRsAle O/O$690,000Considered vieW Wednesday 1stJuly 11-11.30am