Noosa Today - 24th July 2026

Noosa Alive! triumph

Noosa Alive! Festival burst into the shire last weekend to present 10 days of music, dance, literature, film and food, and the entertainment continues until Sunday.

This weekend festival goers will be treated to literary and In Conversation events with Maggie Beer, political analyst Amy Remeikis and a special In Conversation breakfast with our very own David Williamson and playwright Suzie Miller.

On Friday 24 July the Queensland premiere of Olivia (singer/actor Tottie Goldsmith’s heartwarming tribute to her beloved aunt, Olivia Newton-John) will be performed at The J Theatre. On Saturday night at The J are Ursula Yovich who pays homage to the legendary Nina Simone and in the afternoon Songbirds, a cabaretesque show full of charm and soaring harmonies starring The Project’s Giorgi Coughlan and long time friend, lyrical soprano Anna-Lee Robertson.

On Sunday STARS Alive! young talent competition finals returns for its fifth year, hosted by festival CEO Damien Anthony Avery-Rossi, and curated by festival director Ian Mackellar, providing our Stars of the Future 18 years and under talent, the opportunity to shine on stage.

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Weddings too dear

By Margie Maccoll

With Noosa’s wedding permit fees almost 10 times the price of Sunshine Coast fees Noosa wedding business owners say Noosa costs do not equate to cost recovery costs which is a requirement of their calculation under Queensland law, are discouraging a lucrative industry and giving Noosa an “unwelcoming” reputation.

Wedding business operators Jacqueline Gray of Noosa Wedding Organisation and Melinda Gannan of Noosa Chamber of Commerce called for a review of Noosa’s wedding permit fees when they delivered a deputation to Council’s ordinary

meeting on 16 July.

Jacqueline told council the permit fees, permit terms and conditions which include a ‘no refund policy’ and ‘no exclusive use’ of the site were constantly raised by potential wedding clients who identify Noosa as “an unwelcoming place to visit”

“In 2013 a fee for a permit to marry at one of our Groves along Main Beach was $159. As of 2026, the fee is $799 – an increase of 402.5 per cent,” Jacqueline said.

Council Property Manager Hayley Jamieson told Noosa Today council’s wedding permit fees were informed by reasonable cost recovery prin-

ciples and supported by Council’s Full Cost Pricing methodology.

Ms Jamieson said council welcomed weddings in Noosa and recognised the important contribution they make to the local community, visitor economy and local businesses.

“Our objective is to ensure wedding permit fees reflect the reasonable cost of administering the service and managing the private use of Council-managed public spaces,” she said.

“The fee reflects the end-to-end costs associated with administering wedding permits, including application assessment, booking ad-

ministration, permit preparation, compliance activities where required, and a contribution towards the management and presentation of Council-managed beaches, parks and foreshores used for ceremonies.”

“The higher fee applying to ceremonies within the Noosa Main Beach Foreshore Area reflects the premium nature of these locations together with the higher level of management and presentation required to maintain these highly visited public spaces while balancing private ceremonies with ongoing public access.”

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Council assists in disaster funding

Noosa has joined councils across Queensland in opposing proposed federal changes to disaster recovery funding that could leave communities carrying a greater share of recovery costs after natural disasters.

At Thursday’s Ordinary Meeting, councillors unanimously supported Mayor Frank Wilkie’s Mayoral Minute for Council to join a Queensland Government petition opposing changes to the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).

Mayor Wilkie said the proposed reforms would remove safeguards that currently commit the Australian Government to contribute up to 75 per cent of disaster recovery funding when recovery costs exceed a state’s capacity.

“Under the proposed model, Queensland would receive no more than 50 per cent Commonwealth funding, regardless of the scale or severity of disasters,” he said.

Mayor Wilkie said Noosa residents have seen the benefits of the current funding arrangements first-hand. Since the DRFA began in 2018, Noosa has received about $198.2 million in disaster recovery funding.

“If the proposed arrangements had been in place during that period, the Queensland Government and/or Council would have faced an additional $27.7 million in costs – a cost shift of around 22 per cent,” he said.

“That level of funding shortfall would affect our ability to restore essential infrastructure such as roads, drainage networks and waterways after disasters. Since 2021 alone, we’ve received around $182 million to restore these assets.”

The Mayor said the existing funding model was critical to delivering major recovery projects, including the $40 million Black Mountain Road landslide reconstruction. The three-year project was made possible through joint Australian and Queensland Government funding under the DRFA, alongside a $400,000 Council contribution.

Cr Wilkie also warned the proposed changes could affect Category C and D recovery programs. Since 2018, Council has received about $14.78 million through these initiatives, which support recovery, resilience and community asset restoration.

“The proposed reforms could also reduce support for evacuation centres, sandbagging, emergency response activities and rapid repairs to essential infrastructure,” Mayor Wilkie said.

“With natural disasters becoming more frequent, severe and costly, these changes risk re-

ducing resources for recovery, resilience and preparedness.”

Over the past summer, 71 of Queensland’s 77 local government areas experienced disasters, including cyclones and widespread flooding.

In addition to signing the state petition, Council will write to the National Emergency Management Agency, the Federal Member for Wide Bay and Queensland senators to express its concerns.

“We will also provide feedback to the Local Government Association of Queensland for inclusion in a statewide response,” the Mayor said.

Noosa Alive! Festival a triumph of arts

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“Stars Alive! is a wonderful celebration of community. It gives young performers an opportunity to shine on a professional stage while bringing families together to enjoy a fantastic day of free entertainment on the banks of the Noosa River,” Mr Mackellar said.

“Every year we’re amazed by the incredible talent we discover. Many of our previous finalists are now performing professionally, and it’s incredibly rewarding to see local young people chasing their dreams.”

The afternoon will also feature performances from former Stars Alive! winners Sari Abbott and Fin Zerner, The Rowe Sisters, plus a special guest appearance by a multi golden guitar award-winning Australian country music superstar.

Stars Alive will take to the River Stage on 26 July from 11.30 am - 4pm at Tewantin-Noosa Lions Park, Gympie Terrace, Noosaville.

Noosa Alive! Festival is proudly supported by community partner, Community Bank Tewantin-Noosa, Cooroy and Marcoola.

For more information visit www.noosaalive.com.au

Surf club upgrade revealed

Peregian Beach Surf Life Saving Club has officially opened its newly renovated member area, marking a landmark moment in the Club’s remarkable journey from closure to a thriving community lifesaving organisation.

Minister for Police and Emergency Services

Dan Purdie MP joined Club members, supporters and the local community on Sunday to cut the ribbon on the upgraded facility, made possible through a $928,000 Queensland Government grant delivered in partnership with Surf Life Saving Queensland (SLSQ).

The project — one of the largest in the Club’s history — has delivered a dedicated First Aid Room, a training room and member relaxation space, separate nipper changing areas, and a new ground-floor office accessible to the public. External works include replacement of ageing water mains, upgraded sewer infrastructure, improved drainage in the western carpark, and a new roof to protect the coastal facility for decades to come.

“Peregian Beach SLSC has one of the most inspiring stories in Queensland surf lifesaving,” said Minister Purdie. “This club wound up in 2014, was kept alive through the generosity of Noosa Surf Club and was brought back to independence through the passion of local residents led by Leigh McCready. The Queensland Government is proud to have partnered with SLSQ to deliver $928,000 to give this club the modern, fit-for-purpose facilities its members and the Peregian community deserve.”

The grant formed part of the Queensland Government’s record $125 million, 10-year SLSQ Service Level Agreement — the largest funding commitment to surf lifesaving in Australian history. A Queensland-wide audit identified Peregian Beach SLSC among the clubs most in need of infrastructure support, given a 30-year-old clubhouse that had long been inadequate for the

Club’s growing needs.

Tim Ryan, SLSQ Sunshine Coast Branch President, said the result reflected years of dedicated groundwork. “The team at Peregian Beach have put in an enormous amount of work to rebuild this club from the ground up — re-establishing the nippers program, growing membership, and now delivering this major infrastructure project. This is exactly what community surf lifesaving looks like.”

Club President Leigh McCready paid tribute

to the extraordinary volunteer effort behind the transformation. “This renovation was delivered on time and on budget, and that is entirely a testament to our incredible team — the Facilities Committee, Board members, our Supporters Club and sponsors, and the volunteers who rolled up their sleeves at working bees.”

“Thanks also to local firms Altum Property Group and Stanford Consulting Engineers who donated their expertise to ensure the project was managed efficiently despite many challenges.

These facilities will help us attract new members and build toward a full contingent of 12 patrols within the next two years. Thanks to the Queensland Government and SLSQ for making the project possible.”

The official opening of the new member area was held as part of the Club’s 2026 Open Day, held, giving community members the opportunity to learn about joining the Nipper program or becoming a Peregian lifesaver. The Club’s next Bronze Medallion and Surf Rescue Certificate course commences 7 August. For more information contact: hello@peregiansurfclub.com.au

Residents raise rate rise concerns with Noosa Council

By Margie Maccoll

Residents expecting to see a 6.1 per cent increase in their rates bill have been slugged with increases much higher, with residents turning to social media to report increases of 15, 20, 30 and even more than 45 per cent.

When council released its 2026-27 Budget about a month ago it announced most ratepayers could expect an increase of 6.1 per cent to the minimum general rate and 6.9 per cent overall, with increased levy costs, or just over $134 a year. With state government land valuations having increased across the shire, in some instances 80100 per cent, the general rate was calculated by council using the increased land valuation. Some levies also increased, adding to the overall rates fee.

Resident Alan Deering said after his land valuation increased 100 per cent his overall rates increased almost 46 per cent.

Mr Deering said with his property located on a dirt road, with no curb and channelling he was being charged urban rates for council projects to happen elsewhere.

Stephen Thorn said his rates increased by 15.4 per cent after his land valuation rose almost 80 per cent, and calculated his annual rate increase at $340 not $134. With inflation running at 4.5 per

cent Mr Thorn described council’s rate hike as “a big windfall” at residents’ expense.

A council spokesperson said the 6.1 per cent increase applied to ratepayers on the minimum charge where the property is the owner’s principal place of residence and has a State-issued land valuation of $1,050,000 or less (Rating Category 5). Approximately 12,420 ratepayers were included in this category.

“As part of the 2026/27 Budget, Council revised its differential rating structure to ensure a proportionate distribution of properties post the valuation changes. As a result, some properties experienced increases above the minimum general rate increase due to changes in their relative position within the rating system,” the spokesper-

son said.

“Increases in land valuations do not automatically translate into equivalent increases in Council’s rates revenue. While the average land valuation increase across Noosa was approximately 37 per cent, individual properties experienced valuation changes both above and below that average.

“Council general rates are generally calculated by applying a rate in the dollar to the property’s state-issued land valuation, subject to the minimum general rate for the applicable rating category. This approach is outlined in Council Revenue Statement 2026/27. As a result, changes in a property’s valuation can influence the amount of rates payable.”

In Council’s budget announcement Mayor Frank Wilkie said the priority in council’s $200 million budget had been “meeting community expectations, responding to rising costs and working to find the right balance”

“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,” he said.

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 dis-

count 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.

Land valuations are determined by the Queensland Valuer-General under the Department of Natural Resources, Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development and Council has no authority to amend property valuations.

Council’s records reflect the valuation outcomes with Black Mountain and Tewantin recording the highest increases.

If a ratepayer believes the valuation is incorrect, they may lodge an objection or seek a review through the State by visiting qld.gov.au/environment/land/title/valuation/objections

Concours roaring success

Perfect sunny winter weather graced Hastings Street last Saturday as thousands of car enthusiasts gathered excitedly to view more than 100 exceptional vehicles arrive for Noosa Concours d-Elegance, one of Australia’s leading motoring and luxury lifestyle events.

Spectators lined the street with cameras ready as the parade rolled into Hastings Street bringing Rolls-Royce, Bentley, BMW, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche and Land Rover along with a special eight-car Repco-Brabham Anniversary Collection.

Spectators wandered around the collection including an inaugural 10-car Supercar Circle of contemporary hypercars presented by Travis SAchultz & Partners and enjoyed the accompanying program of food and wine, fashion, live music and various events along the street.

“The Noosa Concours d’Elegance has become something incredibly special for our community and for the many visitors who travel to Noosa to experience it,” Hastings Street Association president Ben Orton said.

“What makes this event so unique is not only the calibre of vehicles on display, but the way Hastings Street comes alive for one unforgettable day that everyone can enjoy, free of charge. The Hastings Street Association is proud to deliver an event that can be shared by locals and visitors from across Australia and around the world.”

Lunch delivers $210,000

The Sunshine Coast community has rallied behind vulnerable local children and families, raising $210,000 through the inaugural Travis Schultz Noosa Winemakers Lunch for SunnyKids powered by McLure Prestige Luxury Real Estate.

Held during the prestigious Noosa Concours d’Elegance, the sold-out event brought together business leaders, philanthropists, wine lovers, motoring enthusiasts and community supporters for an afternoon celebrating exceptional food, premium Australian wines and the power of giving back.

Funds raised through the event will support SunnyKids’ work with children and families experiencing domestic and family violence in the Noosa region, helping provide safety, practical support and hope for those rebuilding their lives.

SunnyKids CEO Kathleen Hope said the generosity shown throughout the day would have a lasting impact on the lives of local families.

Every dollar raised represents hope for children and families experiencing domestic and family violence,” Ms Hope said.

“The generosity of everyone who attended, donated, bid in the auction or supported the event, demonstrates just how much our community cares about helping local families find safety, rebuild their lives and look towards a brighter future.”

“We are incredibly grateful to Travis Schultz, McLure Prestige Luxury Real Estate, our sponsors, donors, volunteers and every guest who helped make this inaugural event such a success. Their generosity will directly support children and families experiencing domestic and family violence in the Noosa region and ensure they receive the support they need when they need it most.”

Founding Partner Travis Schultz OAM said the event had always been about bringing the community together to make a meaningful difference.

“From the beginning, our vision was to create an event that celebrated the very best of Noosa while making a genuine difference for local children and families,” Mr Schultz said.

“To see the community respond so enthusiastically to the inaugural event has been incredibly rewarding. The generosity shown throughout the afternoon exceeded our expectations and demonstrates what can be achieved when businesses and individuals unite behind an important local cause.

“I sincerely thank our Naming Rights Sponsor

McLure Prestige Luxury Real Estate, our supercar partner, Ferrari, every event sponsor, donor, volunteer and guest whose generosity made this event possible. Together we’ve created something that will have a lasting impact for local children and families.”

Held within the exclusive Travis Schultz & Partners Supercar Circle, guests enjoyed a fivehour premium experience overlooking Hastings Street as part of Noosa Concours d’Elegance. The afternoon featured a curated menu paired with premium wines from Hentley Farm and Mayfield Estate, guided tastings from the winemakers, live entertainment, a fundraising auction and the opportunity to experience one of Australia’s most prestigious automotive and lifestyle events.

The event was made possible through the generous support of Founding Partner Travis Schultz & Partners, Naming Rights Sponsor McLure Prestige Luxury Real Estate, Supercar Sponsor Ferrari, Gold Sponsors Colliers Sunshine Coast, GemLife, Morrison Studios, Ord Minnett Noosa, Spire Law, Flight Options, Thompsons Sustainable Homes, Toomey Family Law and Yield Advisory, together with In Kind Sponsor Kilcoy Global Foods.

With the inaugural event now complete, organisers hope the Travis Schultz Noosa Winemakers Lunch for SunnyKids will become a signature annual fundraiser, bringing the Sunshine Coast community together each year to create brighter futures for vulnerable children and families.

Landmark Noosa Cinema Complex hits the market

One of the most substantial commercial property offerings to come to market in Noosa Heads in recent years has been placed on the market in one line.

The Noosa Cinema Centre complex at 29 SunshineBeachRoad,NoosaHeads,isbeingofferedfor sale for the first time as an amalgamation of 12 lots.

Marketed by Colliers Sunshine Coast, it presents investors with a rare opportunity to acquire a significant freehold-style holding in the heart of Noosa Junction.

Comprising 12 strata-titled lots across a prominent 2475sq m site with a combined 3086sq m net lettable area, the asset is anchored by the region’s only cinema complex within a 40-kilometre radius

and occupies one of Noosa Junction’s most strategic positions.

The property generates an estimated fully-leased net income of $1.685 million per annum and is supported by a 4.2-year weighted average lease expiry (WALE).

The holding is underpinned by a long-term lease to Birch Carroll & Coyle Limited, part of ASX-listed Event Hospitality & Entertainment with a market cap of about $2.11 billion.

The cinema complex has serviced the Noosa community since 1985 and remains a key entertainment destination for both locals and visitors.

Beyond its secure income profile, the asset offers significant repositioning and redevelopment

potential, featuring an expansive 60-metre frontage to Sunshine Beach Road and an under-utilised forecourt area.

Located within Noosa Junction’s thriving retail, dining and entertainment precinct, the property benefits from immediate access to major public transport infrastructure and a neighbouring public car park with more than 240 spaces.

The location is less than five minutes from Hastings Street and Noosa Main Beach. There is a high socio-economic demographic catchment with more than two million tourists per annum.

The tenancy mix includes a combination of national and established local operators across retail, hospitality, health and professional services, fur-

ther enhancing the property’s income diversity and long-term appeal.

Colliers agents Nick Dowling, Reff Sykes and Jesse Howitt are managing the campaign.

“Opportunities of this scale and profile rarely become available in Noosa Heads,’’ Nick Dowling said. “The property combines secure income from a nationally-recognised entertainment operator with significant future value-add potential.

“This makes it one of the most compelling investment opportunities currently available on the Sunshine Coast.”

29 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Heads is being offered for sale by offers to purchase closing Thursday, 6 August, at 4pm.

Too dear for a wedding

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“Council considers these broader service delivery and management costs when determining permit fees in accordance with its reasonable cost recovery principles.”

In her deputation Jacqueline said under the Local Government Act 2009, Section 97 councils are allowed to charge cost-recovery fees for permits, but it “must not be more than the cost to the local government of taking the action for which the fee is charged.

“This means councils cannot generate profit from permit fees. Fees must reflect actual cost, not desirability of the location, not market demand, and not revenue objectives.”

“In 2024-5 council issued 150 permits at $629 for Noosa Main Beach area and 105 at $265 for all other areas. Costs recovered for the issue of these permits was therefore $122,175.

“In 2026-7 assuming we were to have the same number of permits issued Council would recover $161,745. An anticipated increase of $40,000 in two years.”

The Noosa Council Register of Fees states that the application fee is charged according to the Act, and comes with a number of terms and conditions.

These terms and conditions include no refund, even where inclement weather affects or prevents the ceremony, the site is on a routine maintenance program and will not be specifically groomed prior to the ceremony and council does not accept any responsibility for the condition of the area.

The permit confirms no other bookings for the time and location of the ceremony but does not guarantee exclusive use of the area or its facilities and the permit holder must ensure any litter is removed at ceremony completion.

Jacqueline said to issue a wedding permit, council typically undertakes reviewing the online application, checking location availability, confirming compliance with local laws, issuing the permit and recording the booking.

Council does not undertake site inspections, ranger attendance, pre-event cleaning or maintenance, post-event cleaning or maintenance, infrastructure setup, traffic or crowd management, environmental restoration, on-site monitoring or a refund if the wedding cannot proceed for any reason, she said.

“A beach wedding leaves no imprint, therefore there will be no cost recovery to council whatsoever, other than the issue of the permit,” she said.

Jacqueline calculated the cost to council of issuing a permit, using standard Queensland council staffing rates at $32.08, being the cost for an administrative officer for 35 minutes at $55 per hour, with the addition of $2-$5 for system overheads and $6-$10 for corporate overhead loading.

“A realistic, lawful cost-recovery fee is therefore $40–$50. Even doubling this for contingencies results in $80–$100,” she said.

“There is no plausible cost-recovery pathway to either $399 OR $799.”

In comparing Noosa’s fees to those of other council’s Jacqueline found Sunshine Coast Council charged $82 for all locations, Gold Coast Council charged $0 for beach weddings, $134 for a park, $345 for the Botanic Gardens and Brisbane City Council charged $435.10 to marry in a park in

Brisbane which included two-hour exclusive use of the area and the use of an undercover gazebo.

To be married in Noosa at Noosa Heads National Park the state government’s Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation will issue a wedding permit at no cost for up to 40 people, and this includes Laguna Lookout, Tea Tree Bay, etc, and entry to Noosa National Park.

This makes Noosa’s fee almost 10 times higher than the Sunshine Coast and 86.68 per cent higher than Brisbane City Council.

Ms Jamieson said direct comparisons between councils did not necessarily reflect equivalent services or cost recovery methodologies.

“Each local government independently determines its fees having regard to its service levels, operating costs, asset management responsibilities and local circumstances,” she said.

Jacqueline said the result of the $799 fee and no refund policy was causing couples to book elsewhere, reducing income for local weddingrelated and tourism businesses and creating repetitional harm for Noosa.

“Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages data shows Noosa weddings have fallen from 781 in 2014 to 563 in 2025, a decline of 218 weddings a year,” she said.

In addition while Sunshine Coast Council uses its funding of Visit Sunshine Coast to actively attract the wedding market through dedicated destination promotion and events such as the Maleny Wedding Festival Trail, there was no comparable investment or targeted promotional support in Noosa, she said.

“Noosa is discouraging one of the most eco-

nomically valuable and DMP-aligned visitor segments we have,” she said.

“An average stay for a single wedding is 3-4 nights. Including accommodation, wedding expenses, dining, guest activities, (golf, fishing, surf lessons, kayak hire etc.), shopping and beauty treatments. Low spend is $2600 per person with one wedding with only 50 guests = $130,000 per wedding. 200 more x 130,000 = would bring an additional $26,000,000 per annum to our Noosa business economy,” she said.

“The Destination Management Plan (DMP) is very clear that Noosa does not need more tourism for the sake of volume. It needs the right kind of tourism. Weddings are exactly that. They are lowvolume, high-value, planned well in advance and deeply connected to place.

“We believe a lawful fee is likely to fall between $40 and $100, based on standard administrative processes, for parks and beaches and a scale of fees for the Groves and Botanic Gardens should be in place based on the number of guests in attendance and impact.”

Ms Jamieson told Noosa Today council reviewed its fees and charges annually as part of the budget process. As part of its ongoing review of the wedding permit framework, Council would also update the underlying Full Cost Pricing assessment to ensure future fee reviews continue to be informed by contemporary service delivery costs.

“Council welcomes weddings in Noosa and remains committed to providing access to Council-managed locations while ensuring these valued public spaces are managed responsibly and remain available for the broader community,” she said.

Car park plan halted

By Margie Maccoll

Noosa councillors have postponed their decision on overflow paid car parking at the Noosa Heads Lions Park these Christmas holidays and called for the CEO to establish a “strategic Noosa Lions Park advisory group” to develop recommendations on the future use of the park.

In addition, staff will prepare a further report for council’s August general committee meeting which includes costs and the process of continuing to use the parkland for overflow parking.

Council’s decision at the ordinary meeting marked a turn-around from its general meeting when a majority of councillors voted in favour of staff recommendations for Noosa Heads Lions Park to remain a park these Christmas holiday and not be transformed into an overflow paid car park.

The Lions Park was one of a suite of items contained in council’s Go Noosa report on the program that aims to reduce reliance on private vehicles while encouraging active and sustainable transport options, manage congestion, improve safety and enhance the local transport experience.

A key part of the report was on the use of Noosa Heads Lions park for overflow parking with the report recommending the arrangement not be continued on the basis it contributed to congestion and was contrary to the use of the land as a park.

Staff said traffic consultants showed it was queuing on Noosa Parade to enter the Lions park carpark that caused the most significant congestion at Noosa Heads and also that the majority of car park users were there long term and could ideally park outside the area and bus in.

The report suggested staff put more effort into increasing the use of under utilised satellite parks in other parts of shire and free up congestion at Noosa Heads.

Councillors raised concerns over the loss of the paid car parking funds share going to the Tewantin Noosa Lions Club who man the carpark,

the pressure the removal of paid overflow parking at Lions Park would put on Hastings Street businesses and the existence of a viable alternative for car parking.

After much debate Cr Karen Finzel proposed an advisory group be established to bring key stakeholders together and work to continue the conversations and bring a balance in which every voice was valued. Councillors voted unanimously to support her proposal.

“I feel that some voices in our community feel that has been prematurely halted. I feel there’s still time to get an advisory group together and talk about the intricacies of the Lions parking,” Cr Finzel said.

“I think we need to spend a little more time speaking to the key stakeholders.

“We still need to discuss all viable options before cutting off the use of the park.”

Cr Brian Stockwell called for a decision on the Noosa Heads Lions Park be deferred to the August meeting, noting council had received advice from the state government that continued use of the parkland for car parking would require a land management plan.

Tewantin Noosa Lions Club president Ross Barker told Noosa Today that for more than 20 years, Lions Park parking has been far more than a car park.

“It’s been a way for visitors to help fund local charities and community projects simply by parking their car,” he said.

“In the past six years alone we’ve returned about $250,000 to the Noosa community. Every dollar we’ve raised has gone back into local organisations, local families and local projects.

“If paid parking is discontinued this Christmas, it’s not just the Lions Club that loses income – it’s the many community organisations and vulnerable people who benefit from the funds we distribute.

“The reality is people are still going to come to Noosa Heads over Christmas. If Lions Park isn’t available, those vehicles don’t disappear – they simply spend more time circling the streets looking for somewhere else to park.”

“Public transport is an important part of the solution, but it doesn’t work for everyone. Families with young children, people with mobility issues and visitors carrying beach gear often need

the convenience of parking close to the beach.”

“This isn’t a permanent car park. It’s a temporary operation that runs for around three weeks of the year and is carefully managed to minimise any impact on the park.”

“We’ve consistently had visitors thanking our volunteers because they appreciate having an allday parking option close to Hastings Street and Main Beach.”

“This is one of those rare situations where everybody benefits. Visitors get convenient parking, businesses benefit from easier access, traffic congestion is reduced and the community receives hundreds of thousands of dollars through Lions’ grants.”

“We’d encourage council to take another look at the overall value of the program. It’s not simply about parking spaces – it’s about supporting local businesses, reducing congestion and funding projects that improve the lives of people in need across Noosa.”

“The public can still easily use the BBQs and shelter sheds in the park as well as access the river as these areas are fenced off from the car parking area”

Online abuse is not OK

When travelling, people generally choose destinations based on experiences, interests, and the ‘vibe’ emanating from an area through what they read, hear or feel. It’s similar when we are deciding on where we want to live!

Part of that ‘vibe’ is how communities operate, communicate, what they share in visions and aspirations. Positivity, creativity, resilience and warmth are some key elements in creating a place that we love to live in or visit, with the ‘mojo’ of a community reflected in what we emanate. It takes every single one of us to create what is good, caring, productive and beautiful as part of our renowned desirability.

However, during the recent traffic impacts from the commencement of the Doonella Bridge upgrade, sadly what we saw emerging on social media from a small sector in our community an ugliness that is the antithesis of the Noosa we know and love, and if left unfettered could impact Noosa’s liveability, desirability and sustainability.

Thankfully, there were appropriate and constructive criticisms and suggestions to Noosa Council, from residents and businesses on what was occurring, and our gratitude to everyone who are working toward solutions. Having grown up in and operated small businesses, as well a sole operator, losing a day’s trade or wage is stressful. Losing a weeks’ worth, means you cannot pay your rent. Any longer, and you are looking at a catastrophic result – loss of your business, your home as well your mental and physical health. Anger, frustration and irrationality are understandable as I have been there. However, inappropriate was the vitriolic and unproductive commentary targeting individual Noosa Council staff, elected representatives and other social media users.

It is a natural reflex to protect ourselves when in danger or fearful, and we have all at some time experienced this and responded from pure emotion.However,justlikeIcallforintheQueensland Parliament, the ‘ball’ needs to be played, not the man or woman. Getting personal distracts from

THE BOLTON REPORT

NOOSA MP SANDY BOLTON

solutions, creates divisions, incites anger, as well a desire for retribution and a cycle of abuse. How can we make any progress with domestic violence and anti-social behaviours in our youth and school children when we as adults accept or normalise abuse? And how will we retain and attract good, decent, hardworking public sector staff and elected representatives at all levels of government across Australia if this continues? Concerningly, this ‘emotional contagion’ is evident with growing numbers across Australia communicating through abuse, and it is not ‘okay’

Emotional contagion also increases its spread through ‘confirmation bias’, where a previous negative experience, such as through Covid or with a level of government, is triggered, blocking our ability to analyse current situations rationally and productively. Social media, politicians, political parties and aligned media all have strategies to ‘trigger’ emotional responses, hence why as a society we need to be mindful. It is difficult, if not impossible, to resolve our greatest issues, including housing, when factual, respectful and evidence-based debate and decision making gets thrown out the window.

Thankfully with Doonella Bridge, those who worked with Council have effected, if not a perfect solution to what is going to be months of delays, redirections and frustrations as part of upgrading a critical piece of infrastructure, a pathway to the community working together. And we appreciate you. To all who targeted individuals please remember what you say in hatred and anger impacts this beautiful place and people, as well those looking at us from the outside and

businesses reliant on them. Abuse in any form is not okay and is not the example we need to set for our youngsters.

Now to updates.

Queensland State Budget

For those who missed our previous update on the highs and lows of the 2026–27 State Budget, you can read our full Budget analysis via https://www. sandybolton.com/budget-2026-27-summary/ as well as my full Budget Reply Speech https://bit. ly/4oX1Ce9. While the Budget confirmed funding for several important projects across Noosa, it also highlighted a number of ongoing challenges and unanswered questions. Our focus has now shifted to the Budget Estimates process, with Questions on Notice submitted to every Minister to seek further detail on funding commitments, delivery timeframes and areas where funding could not be identified. I will also be participating in my committee’s Estimates public hearing next week on Tuesday 27 July, where Ministers and departments will be questioned on their Budget allocations. As always, we’ll continue to keep you updated as more information comes to light.

Doonella Lake Bridge Update

Thank you to all who contacted my office regarding the significant disruption caused by the Doonella Lake Bridge works. Please note that, while we will always advocate strongly on behalf of our community, the bridge works are a Noosa Council project and, as the local State MP, I have no authority to direct or intervene in Council infrastructure or decisions. Following concerns raised by residents and businesses, our office sought support from the Minister for Transport and Main Roads for Noosa Council to investigate assistance options for impacted local businesses, while also contacting the Mayor. We understand the Department contacted Council to offer any assistance required, and I thank the Minister and Transport and Main Roads staff for their support. I also welcome Council’s decision to reopen the bridge to two-way traffic under temporary traffic lights, with ongoing monitoring and consider-

ation of affected businesses. Like many residents and businesses, our staff have experienced the impacts of these works and look forward to their completion as swiftly as possible. For our summary on business support visit: bit.ly/4hjlYw2 and keep up to date with Noosa Council’s bridge works information at: www.noosa.qld.gov.au/.../ Doonella-Lake-Bridge-Upgrade. Regarding upcoming state government works, please see below.

Eumundi-Noosa Road Stage 2 Safety Upgrades Construction is underway on the next stage of safety improvements along Eumundi–Noosa Road between the Emu Mountain Road roundabout and Lenehans Lane, with completion expected in early 2027. The project is being delivered through the Australian Government’s Road Safety Program, which funds targeted upgrades on roads with a demonstrated history of serious crashes, and follows similar works completed further east in 2025. Improvements include road widening, a wide centre line treatment, audio tactile line marking, sealed shoulders for bike riders and new roadside safety barriers. Following our enquiries, TMR confirmed it has coordinated planning with Noosa Council’s Doonella Bridge upgrade, with most construction occurring at night to minimise disruption, with traffic management measures in place during necessary daytime works. While these works will improve safety on a section of road that TMR advises Police data reports 22 crashes, including one fatality over the past decade, they do not replace the need for continued advocacy for the many other transport priorities identified by our community. For more information, visit https://sandybolton. com/eumundi-noosa-road-safety-improvementworks-update-july-2026/

Beckmans Road/Tewantin Bypass Update

The delays experienced during the Doonella Lake Bridge works have also highlighted why securing full construction funding for Beckmans Road/ Tewantin Bypass is essential to move beyond the staged, and at times ‘political’ , commitments made by successive state governments.

Crime down for region

By Steve Linnell

A total of 654 offences were recorded across the Noosa local government area between 16 April and 15 July, according to the latest Queensland Police crime statistics.

Drug offences were the most commonly recorded category, with 141 offences, followed by traffic-related offences (127) and theft (126).

Police also recorded 52 property damage offences and 49 assaults during the three-month period.

The data shows offending was most common on Saturday afternoons and evenings (2pm10pm), when 64 offences were recorded. Fridays during the same period accounted for 57 offences, while Tuesdays between 2pm and 10pm recorded 37 offences.

Geographically, the highest number of offences occurred in Noosa Heads and Tewantin, followed by Cooroy and Pomona.

The local figures come as the Queensland Police Service announced a state-wide 9.6 per cent reduction in crime victims over the past two years, with significant declines in several high-harm offences.

Comparing the 2023-24 and 2025-26 financial years, police reported unlawful entry offences had fallen by 19.5 per cent, robberies by 17.2 per cent, and unlawful use of motor vehicles by 5 per cent.

Acting Police Commissioner Brett Pointing said every reduction represented fewer Queenslanders affected by crime, although police remained focused on further improvements.

“Every reduction in victim numbers represents fewer Queenslanders impacted by crime, which is an encouraging outcome,” Acting Commissioner

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Pointing said.

“However, we know there is still significant work ahead to ensure all communities are safe and supported.”

Police attributed the state-wide improvements to intelligence-led policing and targeted operations, including Operation Yankee Forge, which has resultedinmorethan5,200offendersbeingcharged with more than 14,000 offences since it began.

The State Flying Squad has also contributed to the results, helping charge more than 2,600 offenderswithapproximately8,000offencesbydeploying additional specialist resources to crime hotspots.

“While these results are encouraging, we are not complacent,” Acting Commissioner Pointing said.

“We will continue to focus on preventing crime, disrupting offending, and supporting the safety and security of Queensland communities.”

Queensland Police said they remain committed to working with communities to reduce crime, support victims and improve public safety across the state.

Online abuse is not OK

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Following the 2026–27 Queensland State Budget, the Queensland Transport and Roads Investment Program (QTRIP) continues to identify procurement in 2027–28, with construction anticipated to commence in 2028–29. We understand this timeframe reflects the need to complete the Commonwealth Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act assessment, with Noosa Council confirming the referral has been lodged. As Noosa Council works in partnership with TMR on the bypass design process and EPBC referral, we continue monitoring progress and advocating for timely delivery, including seeking an update from the Minister for Transport and Main Roads on opportunities to bring forward early works, and the two options identified and whether these have taken into account further stages, which we have also covered into our Estimates Questions. For our latest Beckmans Road update visit: www.sandybolton.com/ beckmans-road-tewantin-bypass-updatejuly-2026/.

E-Bike Enforcement Operations

Queensland Police have launched Operation Yankee Surety, a statewide enforcement campaign targeting the unsafe and illegal use of e-bikes, e-scooters and other personal mobility devices under Queensland’s new e-mobility laws. Running until 30 June 2027, the operation focuses on dangerous behaviours such as speeding, drink riding, failing to wear a helmet and using non-compliant devices. As some devices that were previously lawful no longer meet the new requirements, we have asked the Minister for Transport and Main Roads whether the Queensland Government is considering a buyback or compensation scheme for affected owners. For more information on Operation Yankee Surety, visit: https://mypolice.qld.gov.au/ news/2026/07/01/police-launch-targeted-

crack-down-on-e-mobility-devices/ To track our Question on Notice, visit: https:// www.parliament.qld.gov.au/Work-of-theAssembly/Questions-on-Notice-and-Answers/Questions-on-Notice-and-Answersfrom-2004

And Finally…

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 thanks to all who respond to these as this is invaluable!

Patient health records exposed

By Steve Linnell

Patients of Noosaville Seven Day Medical Centre are being warned their personal and medical information may have been compromised after a cyber attack on the clinic’s parent company, Partnered Health.

The national healthcare provider revealed it became aware on 23 June that a malicious actor had accessed some of its data, with investigations confirming personal information, including sensitive health records, had been taken from some clinics across its network.

Noosaville Seven Day Medical Centre is one of 21 medical practices across Australia identified as being affected.

Partnered Health said specialist cyber security experts were immediately engaged to contain the incident and investigate the breach, but inquiries remain ongoing to determine exactly whose information has been impacted.

“Our investigations to date have confirmed that personal information (including health information) was taken from some of the clinics in our network,” the company said.

“We are continuing to investigate the extent to which personal information has been impacted by this incident and are communicating with patients from impacted clinics.”

The company apologised to patients, acknowledging the trust people place in healthcare providers to safeguard sensitive medical information.

“As a health services provider, we know our patients and our people trust us with personal and medical information and we sincerely apologise for any concern and inconvenience this may cause them,” Partnered Health said.

Information that may have been accessed includes patients’ names, dates of birth, addresses and contact details, Medicare numbers, private health insurance details, Department of Veterans’ Affairs card numbers, concession card numbers, and medical records including consultation notes, referral letters, pathology reports and diagnostic results.

The company has also secured an interim injunction from the Supreme Court of New South Wales ordering that the stolen data not be used or published.

Patients are being urged to remain vigilant for phishing emails, text messages and phone calls that may attempt to exploit the stolen information.

Partnered Health has reported the incident to the Australian Cyber Security Centre, the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner and law enforcement agencies, and says it is continuing to work with authorities.

As a precaution, Partnered Health recommends patients use strong, unique passwords, enable multi-factor authentication where available, carefully verify the identity of anyone requesting personal information, avoid clicking on suspicious links or attachments, and monitor bank and other accounts for unusual activity.

Patients are also encouraged to keep up to date with current scam alerts through Scamwatch.

The Noosaville practice is one of 21 clin-

Noosa bird flu suspect declared negative

By Donna Jones

A sick bird rescued from a Noosa beach on Saturday has tested negative for the H5 bird flu strain, with the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) issuing a statement on Tuesday evening following widespread public concern.

The case attracted significant attention after images of a visibly ill giant petrel being retrieved by a wildlife carer wearing hazmat-style protective gear circulated on social media and were subsequently reported by other news outlets.

The footage sparked concern because Queensland has not recorded any known cases of the H5 bird flu strain.

While Biosecurity Queensland does not normally announce individual negative test results, a DPI spokesperson said the unprecedented public interest in the case warranted a public response.

“Due to the significant public interest in the giant petrel recovered from Noosa beach on Saturday 11 July, the Department of Primary Industries (DPI), through Biosecurity Queensland, can announce the bird has tested negative to H5 bird flu,” the release reads.

“The giant petrel was recovered by a wildlife carer in Noosa during their routine duties and subsequently underwent testing by Biosecurity Queensland as part of the department’s ongoing surveillance program.

“To date, Biosecurity Queensland has received hundreds of reports to the 24/7 Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888, and we thank the public for their support.

“Queensland is well prepared for H5 bird flu.

“Biosecurity Queensland is collaborating with Queensland Government agencies, including Queensland Health and the Department of the En-

vironment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI), to ensure robust preparedness and response arrangements are in place.

“Anyone concerned about a sick or dead bird or wildlife should:

“AVOID contact with sick or dead wild birds or wildlife and their environment. Do not touch or collect sick or dead wild birds or wildlife.

“RECORD what you see. If safe, record information on the number of dead birds/animals, species, location, date and time. Take a photograph if possible.

“REPORT sick or dead wild birds or wildlife to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888 (24/7).

“Formoreinformation,visitbirdflu.gov.auorthe Business Queensland website,” the release reads.

ics affected nationally, with medical centres in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Western Australia and the ACT also impacted.

The company said it would continue contacting affected patients directly as investigations identify whose information has been compromised and will provide updates as more information becomes available.

Partnered Health has been contacted for further comment.

A DPI spokesperson said Biosecurity Queensland’s standard policy is not to publicly report

Plant roots

Along with enclosed shoes and a water bottle, a positive attitude and a love for nature are all you need for Noosa Council’s free community planting event on National Tree Day, Sunday 26 July.

Residents are invited to be part of something meaningful and help cultivate a greener, healthier future for generations to come by joining the free event at Bagnalls Bushland Reserve, Cooroy, from 9am to 12pm.

Held in partnership with Planet Ark, the community planting day will see volunteers help plant more than 2,000 native trees, shrubs and groundcovers as part of an ongoing revegetation project within the Mary River catchment.

The trees planted on National Tree Day will leave a lasting legacy, helping to restore habitat,

improve waterway health and strengthen local ecosystems.

Bagnalls Bushland Reserve features Upper Six Mile Creek running through it and is an exciting long-term restoration site for our Bushcare volunteers and Environmental Services team.

The event will also feature face painting, live music, plant identification sessions, environmental education activities, and talks on local weeds and wildlife. Adults can enjoy a free small coffee while children can warm up with a complimentary hot chocolate from the on-site coffee van.

No planting experience is needed, with all plants, tools, gloves and guidance provided. Bookings via Eventbrite.

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That is the work AI can take.

However, you do not get there by randomly

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Spotlight on men’s health

June marked Men’s Health Awareness Month, an important opportunity to raise awareness of the preventable health issues affecting men, break down stigmas, and encourage men to prioritise their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.

There are alarming statistics that show men are significantly more likely to die prematurely compared to women. The life expectancy gap between men and women, with men living around five per cent fewer years on average, tells only part of the story. A clearer picture emerges from looking at the potential years of life lost, which measures the years lost through premature death.

According to the Australian Government Institute of Health and Welfare, in 2024 Australia lost more than 930,000 potential years of life from premature death, with males losing 70 per cent more years of life than females.

More than 26,000 Australian men are expected to be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year, and almost 4,000 of them will lose their lives to the disease. Shockingly, more than 75 percent of suicides in Australia are male, with the number of men and boys who took their own lives in 2025 almost double our national road toll. Men also have higher rates of lung cancer, liver disease and heart disease.

As Shadow Special Envoy for Men and Boys, I am rolling out a series of forums to give local communities a voice on the challenges facing men and boys. These forums are helping to ad-

vance advocacy and inform policy development around health, wellbeing, education and training, ensuring men and boys have the support they need to reach their full potential.

The forums provide men and boys, dads, and families with an opportunity to share powerful and often confronting stories about the physical and mental burdens many men carry, as well as the challenges they face in their daily lives, particularly in regional communities.

The message coming through from the forums is clear: we need more open conversations, better resourced support networks, and stronger communities willing to step up and support those who are struggling. Governments must do more to address the factors contributing to poor mental health and male suicide. Just as importantly, we need to continue breaking down the stigma around asking for help and encourage men to seek support when they need it.

July 2nd marked the tenth anniversary of being elected as your Federal Member for Wide

Bay. It is a responsibility and trust that I hold earnestly and guides my decision making to building a better Wide Bay and a stronger, prosperous, and secure Australia.

Looking back over the past decade, there is much progress that has been made in that time and a number of new investments are supporting communities across Noosa, including the Peregian Beach Community House which has provided a permanent home for local organisations and enabled the expansion of the Digital Hub. Other local projects have included the redevelopment of the Sunshine Beach Surf Life Saving Club and improvements at the Noosa Golf Club.

Across the electorate, dozens of community, sporting, veterans, and service organisations have received assistance, strengthening local communities and supporting the volunteers who are the backbone of so many community activities.

Nationally, I have worked to stand up for Australians by supporting the Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry, helping establish the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide, and backing action to end unfair dollar milk pricing practices by the big supermarkets that decimated dairy farmers.

Looking ahead, our nation faces considerable challenges.

With national debt increasing to $1 trillion

and government spending adding to inflationary pressures, the cost of living continues to increase, making it harder for households to make ends meet and stretching business budgets. One immediate action the Government could take to lower cost pressures throughout the economy would be to abandon Net Zero to cut energy prices and improve Australia’s fuel security.

To achieve our nation’s potential the Government needs to play to Australia’s energy strengths. Earlier this month the Albanese Labor Government signed a Joint Statement on Energy Security with India that includes the export of Australian uranium. The Albanese Government’s enthusiastic support for the export of Australian uranium to India to produce energy there exposes the hypocrisy of the Government’s continued support for the ban on the use of Australian uranium to produce cheap and reliable energy here.

The Coalition will scrap Net Zero and end the ban on nuclear energy to give Australians the cheapest power possible. You can find out more about our Cheaper Energy Plan by visiting the website www.nationalsplan.org.au

My office is always here to help in any matter controlled by the Australian Government. If you need assistance please contact me on telephone 4121 2936, email llew.obrien.mp@aph.gov.au, my website www.llewobrien.com.au or on Facebook www.facebook.com/llewobrienlnp.

Thousands waiting for surgery with Sunshine Coast Health

By Steve Linnell

More than five thousand people are waiting for surgery on the Sunshine Coast, according to the latest figures.

A Sunshine Coast Health spokesperson told Noosa Today Surgery Connect had, a State Government program, had delivered 2,182 procedures for Sunshine Coast Health patients between February 2025 and 4 June this year.

The spokesperson said there were 5,490 people on the Sunshine Coast Health planned surgery waitlist as of April, highlighting the ongoing demand for elective procedures across the region.

The State Government recently announced a $247 million investment into the Surgery Connect program, which is expected to help thousands more Queenslanders receive treatment sooner.

The program partners with private hospitals and healthcare providers to perform publicly funded procedures, including cataract surgery, joint replacements, ear, nose and throat operations, and other high-demand surgeries aimed at restoring mobility, independence and quality of life.

According to the State Government, Surgery Connect has delivered more than 35,000 procedures across Queensland since February 2025.

The State Government said the initiative had contributed to reducing Queensland’s elective surgery waiting list by 8,136 patients from its peak, with 58,496 people currently waiting for surgery compared with a high of 66,632.

The Government has also expanded the Surgery Connect network with 11 new service providers across the Gold Coast, Brisbane South,

Brisbane North, Townsville, Mackay, Wide Bay and Toowoomba, bringing the total number of contracted providers to 32.

Health and Ambulance Services Minister Tim Nicholls said the additional investment would continue reducing waiting times and improving access to healthcare.

“Every surgery delivered through Surgery Connect is a Queenslander getting their life back

sooner,” Mr Nicholls said.

“This $247 million investment will deliver thousands more surgeries and procedures, ensuring more Queenslanders can access the care they need sooner.”

“By continuing to partner with private hospitals and healthcare providers, we are delivering easier access to health services, reducing wait times.”

The announcement forms part of the State Government’s $35.5 billion Health Budget and its Hospital Rescue Plan, which includes funding for three new hospitals, 10 expanded hospitals and more than 2,600 additional beds across Queensland.

The Government also reported Queensland’s ambulance ramping rate fell to 34.5 per cent in April 2026, the lowest level since January 2021.

Council disruptions need impact plan: Lorentson

Noosa needs a Small Business Impact Plan to sit alongside every Construction Management Plan whenever a Council project or decision is likely to disrupt trade. It’s a straightforward two-part planning process that identifies which traders will be affected, what the disruption means for their business, and what mitigation or timing adjustments are needed before a decision is made. No such plan exists, and small businesses are paying for it. I’ll be meeting with the CEO in the coming weeks to raise this.

Three recent decisions have brought that gap home. The Doonella Lake Bridge is down to one lane until December, a genuine necessity, but it means traders losing customers and residents stuck in long queues on their way home. Lions Park’s future as overflow parking is up in the air right before the busy season, a policy call affecting everyone who uses that space. Next year, the Main Beach Seawall and Surf Club redevelopment adds to it, through a residential and commercial strip.

Viewed together, these decisions reveal a clear pattern. They reshape daily life for traders and residents, yet the people most affected are not meaningfully involved before decisions are made. People are being asked to absorb the impact without the basic safeguards that should accompany projects and decisions of this scale. Sitting with all three, I keep coming back to one thought: these decisions affect the whole community, and both traders and residents deserve a genuine say before they’re made, not an apology afterwards.

Traders have told me plainly what these disruptions cost: stood down staff, cancelled holidays, doors barely staying open. Residents feel it too: machinery starting up outside their bedroom window, longer commutes, and a changed street. Both are living with decisions they had no part in making. What separates them is protection on paper. Residents have some. A Construction Management Plan sets work hours, noise limits, and a way to complain. It isn’t always applied well, but it exists. Traders have nothing like it. No plan asking who’s losing income, who needs warning, or whether work could be timed around the busy season instead of built cheapest.

Traders in Tewantin and at Noosa Marina had no seat at the table before the one-way

Butterflies open doors to disabled school leavers

By Steve Linnell

Noosa and Sunshine Coast families navigating the transition from school to adulthood for young people living with disability are being invited to explore the opportunities available at Sunshine Butterflies’ Cooroibah community hub.

The not-for-profit organisation will host a free School Leavers Morning Tea and Community Open Day on Wednesday 12 August at its 15-acre inclusive facility, Our Backyard, giving families, carers, educators and support coordinators a chance to learn about life beyond the classroom.

Sunshine Butterflies founder and CEO Leanne Walsh said leaving school could be an uncertain time for many families.

“For many families, this transition can feel overwhelming, but it also marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter,” she said.

“Leaving school shouldn’t mean losing routine, friendships or opportunities.

“Our goal is to help every young person build confidence, develop life skills, create friendships and discover their own pathway to independence.”

The event is aimed at Year 11 and 12 students, recent school leavers, parents, carers, teachers,

guidance officers and support professionals planning for life after school.

Visitors will be able to tour Our Backyard, meet current members and staff, watch programs in action and learn more about Sunshine Butterflies’ person-centred supports.

Programs are designed to help young adults develop practical life skills, confidence and independence through activities including cooking, gardening, horticulture, farm and animal experiences, art, music, dance, drama, technology, digital skills, health and recreation, beauty and personal care, social skills, community participation and in-home supports.

Ms Walsh said the organisation was committed to ensuring every young person had the opportunity to build a meaningful, connected and purpose-filled life after school.

The School Leavers Morning Tea and Community Open Day will be held from 9.30am to 12.30pm on Wednesday 12 August at Sunshine Butterflies’ Our Backyard, 468 McKinnon Drive, Cooroibah.

Families unable to attend are encouraged to arrange a complimentary personalised tour to explore the organisation’s programs and supports.

bridge detour was locked in. Neither did residents whose commute now runs through it. Both should have been consulted before the decision, not informed of it afterward. That’s not a communication failure. It’s a sequencing failure. Traffic modelling came first. Everyone else found out once delays had started. Residents at least have noise limits and set work hours to fall back on, imperfect but something. Traders don’t have that starting point. Either way, decisions land on people with no warning, and no one to call once disruption starts.

A notice on a website isn’t consultation, nor is a sign at the roadworks. A bakery or fruit shop owner opening at 5am, or a resident leaving for work before sunrise, isn’t checking the council’s website or socials. If the message doesn’t reach the person it’s meant for, it hasn’t been delivered.

Council does provide small business support programs, but they were never designed to manage the impacts of construction related disruption. That gap is what needs addressing. What should exist, in my view, is a Small Business Impact Plan - agreed in two stages, before a contractor is even appointed and again once one is on site - that identifies who is affected, who to call, what mitigation looks like, and whether work can be staged around trading periods rather than built as cheaply as possible. Night work can dramatically reduce a closure, but it costs more and may shift disruption from a shopfront to a bedroom window. That trade off gets decided once, at the tender stage, purely on cost. A plan wouldn’t give anyone a veto. It would force Council to properly weigh

the impacts and explain its reasoning.

Seqwater’s Lake Macdonald Dam upgrade is a much bigger job than anything Council is running. Five years of construction. Yet it has a standing Community Reference Group, regular information sessions, and one direct contact instead of a general enquiries line. The design was changed so the lake stays partly full and the treatment plant keeps running throughout, and mitigation was built in from the start, not added on once people got angry. If Seqwater can do this for a dam, Council can do it for a bridge upgrade and a car park.

Both small businesses and residents in Noosa carry the cost of projects they never opposed. Residents at least have a plan, however imperfect, meant to look out for them. Traders have nothing. A Small Business Impact Plan would cost Council almost nothing and would close that gap. I’m not asking Council to slow down or stop building what this Shire needs. I’m asking that traders receive the same basic consideration that residents already have on paper, and that both groups be consulted before decisions, not after. I’ll keep pushing until that changes.

Keep Noosa Heads Lions Park open for car parking over Christmas

I have over the past 14 years been heavily involved in the organisation of the car parking in Noosa Heads Lions Park being part of the Tewantin Noosa Lions club and reasonable for the car parking directly for over 6 years. I am currently not part of the any Lions club and am writing this as a concerned resident with firsthand knowledge of the park being used for parking.

Car parking in Noosa Heads Lions Park should be allowed during carefully managed peak periods because it offers a practical response to real congestion and access pressures in one of Queensland’s busiest visitor precincts. Hastings Street, Main Beach and nearby businesses rely on steady visitor access, yet parking demand often exceeds supply during school holidays, Easter and Christmas.

Allowing temporary parking in Lions Park can reduce frustration for families, older visitors, workers and locals who need convenient access but may not be able to walk long distances or wait for buses.

This is demonstrated by families with young children parking and moving off to the beach with trolley loads of gear to be used on the beach. This does not mean turning the park into a per-

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manent car park. A sensible compromise would allow parking only on limited high-demand days, with clear entry controls, ground protection, weather restrictions and active monitoring.

Previous arrangements have also supported the Tewantin-Noosa Lions Club and provided funds for community benefit, while helping manage overflow demand close to where people want

to go. While protecting green space is important, refusing all temporary parking may simply push traffic into surrounding streets, increase circling for spaces and add to congestion.

Alimited,well-regulatedparkingsystemwould balance environmental care with the needs of residents, visitors, businesses and community groups. Used sparingly and responsibly, Lions Park parking can be part of a broader transport solution rather than a problem.

Council have no firm alternative to opening the park, many of the solutions have been raised and talked about for the 14 years I have been involved in parking cars in Noosa Heads Lions Park and few if any have come to fruition.

Keep the park open for parking over peak periods.

Ian Glew

Concerned resident

Chinese efficiency

Last Saturday whilst waiting in the queue to cross the Doonella bridge, I noticed that all work had stopped for the weekend.

If this were China, construction of a new bridge would have taken a matter of weeks working 24/7.

Here we’re to be disrupted for six months whilst the contractor knocks off for the weekend.

Donald Smallgoods, Tewantin

Plan to bolster biosecurity

Noosa Council is bolstering its biosecurity plan to stay ahead of any potential threats posed by invasive plants and animals.

“While Council has long maintained a strategic and planned approach to managing invasive species, it’s important we update our planning regularly to consider issues such as climate change, new technologies and methods,” Council’s Director of Strategy and Environment, Kim Rawlings, said.

The updated plan reflects the latest biosecurity risk assessments. It will ensure Council can re-

spond to emerging risks while exploring the use of new technologies to manage invasive species.

Council’s Environmental Services Manager, Ben Derrick, said climate change increased the likelihood of new pests, weeds and diseases becoming established in the region.

“Asenvironmentalconditionschange,sodothe biosecurity challenges we face,” Mr Derrick said.

“By updating our biosecurity planning for another five years we’ll continue to make sure native ecosystems are protected, long-term management costs are kept down, and invasive species don’t be-

come entrenched.”

Council is encouraging the local community to read the Draft Noosa Biosecurity Plan 2026–2031, to understand the issues Council needs to manage and to provide any feedback on the draft.

“Biosecurity is a shared responsibility. It takes a partnership between Council and private landowners to manage many issues, such as weed control,” Mr Derrick said.

“The draft plan includes priority actions to prevent, eradicate and contain invasive species, while protecting Noosa’s highest-value areas such as wa-

terways, conservation land and key habitats.”

All councils must have a biosecurity plan to guide the management of invasive plants and animals.

To read Noosa Council’s Draft Noosa Biosecurity Plan 2026–2031, and provide feedback, visit yoursay.noosa.qld.gov.au by 24 August 2026.

The draft plan can be found at https:// www.noosa.konveio.org/noosa-biosecurityplan-2026-2031

Feedback can also be submitted via email to environment@noosa.qld.gov.au.

More Than A Haircut

Plastic free Noosa plan

By Steve Linnell

Tourism Noosa is encouraging locals, businesses and visitors to ditch disposable coffee cups this Plastic Free July, launching a new #ChooseToReuse campaign aimed at cutting waste across the region.

The campaign, led by Tourism Noosa’s Plastic Free Noosa program, promotes reusable coffee cups and practical alternatives such as mug libraries, reusable cup swap systems and dine-in coffee options.

Australians throw away an estimated 2.7 million single-use coffee cups every day, with Plastic Free Noosa hoping small changes in daily habits can make a significant environmental difference.

Plastic Free Noosa coordinator Jen Sharpe said the campaign built on Noosa’s strong environmental values.

“Noosa has a proud reputation for caring for the natural environment, and #ChooseToReuse is about making small, practical changes that add up to a big impact,” she said.

“Whether you are a cafe owner, a barista, a local grabbing your morning coffee or a visitor exploring Noosa, choosing to reuse is one simple way to help reduce landfill and protect the places we all love.”

Throughout July, Plastic Free Noosa will highlight local businesses already embracing reusable initiatives, showcasing ideas including customer rewards for bringing reusable cups, mug libraries, reusable cup exchange programs and specialist recycling services for disposable cups.

Businesses are also being encouraged to

consider introducing a small surcharge for single-use takeaway cups as a way of encouraging customers to switch to reusable alternatives.

The campaign is designed to support businesses of all sizes, from mobile coffee carts to cafes, resorts and hotels, by providing practical, low-cost solutions to reduce reliance on disposable cups.

Plastic Free Noosa is also urging residents and visitors to make reusable cups part of their everyday routine by carrying their own cup, choosing to dine in where possible, borrowing from mug libraries or supporting cafes that offer reusable alternatives.

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Our talented team continues to specialise in precision cutting, bespoke colouring, balayage, blondes, nanoplasty straightening, men’s cuts and personalised hair care using the

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The Guide

LOVE IT OR LIST IT AUSTRALIA

10, Saturday, 7.30pm

It’s the Melbourne suburb with a name that divides the locals from the pretenders: Prahran. It’s a pronunciation minefield for English-born real estate guru Andrew Winter, who visits the chic inner-city enclave with co-host Neale Whitaker (pictured left with Winter) in the fifth season of this property series. The pair are coming to the rescue of parents Joel and Anna, who bought an art deco home on a corner block with the intention of knocking it down and rebuilding their dream dwelling – before parenthood and rising interest rates put the brakes on their budget. Design expert Whitaker sets about overhauling their existing layout to create a space that suits the young family, while Winter takes the couple on a tour of open-plan alternatives.

BIG

FAT QUIZ OF TELLY 2026

SBS, Monday, 7.30pm

Host Jimmy Carr fires out questions on everything from sitcom foods and TheSimpsonswhodunnits to Peppa Pig with the help of special guests including Mark Hamill and Charles Dance in this TV-themed comedy quiz. Some of the topics are a little British-centric, but there’s enough to keep Aussies feeling competitive. Among the panellists is madcap Aussie Sam Campbell (pictured, recently seen on GuyMontgomery’sGuyMontSpellingBee), a part-time Londoner who seems to be reasonably familiar with the local content. Also competing are English comedians Harry Hill, Judi Love and Tom Allen, actress Susan Wokoma (EnolaHolmes) and Irish stand-up Joanne McNally.

Friday, July 24

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Compass. (PG, R) 10.30 Stuff The British Stole. (PG, R) 11.00 Race Around The World. (M, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Portrait Artist Of The Year. (PG, R) 1.50 Treasure & Dirt. (R) 3.00 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PG, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 8.00 BBC News At Six. 8.30 France 24 English News. 9.00 DD India News Hour. 10.00 UAE From Above. (R) 11.00 Cycling. Tour deFrance. H’lights. 12.00 Cycling. Tour deFrance. H’lights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 3.00 Nula. 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Michael Mosley Secrets Of The Superagers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. Tour deFrance. H’lights.

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG,R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Monty Don’s Rhineland Gardens. (Premiere) Monty Don journeys along the Rhine River.

8.30 Saint-Pierre. (Mav) Arch and Fitz search the island for abank robber. 9.15 Spicks And Specks. (PG,R) Hosted bycomedian Adam Hills.

9.50 Would I Lie To You? (PG) Hosted byRob Brydon.

10.15 ABC Late News.

10.35 New Zealand Spy. (M,R)

11.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (Mv,R)

11.45 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)

5.00 Rage. (PG)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 10.25 BeddyByes. 11.15 The Makery. 11.30 Wiggle. 11.45 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 1.30pm PJ Masks. 1.50 Kangaroo Beach. 2.30 The Makery. 3.00 Play School. 3.25 Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures. 4.20 Santiago Of The Seas. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 5.55 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.45 HexVets And Magic Pets. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.50 Steven Universe. 9.40 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 10.05 Late Programs.

NITV (34)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 The Quest For Camelot. 8.40 Rebuilding Notre Dame Cathedral Pt2. (R) 9.50 Cycling. Tour deFrance. Stage19. Gap toAlpe d’Huez.127.9km mountain stage. From France.

2.15 The Truth About Anxiety With Celia Pacquola. (Mad,R)

3.20 Michael Mosley Secrets Of The Superagers. (R) 4.20 Ireland In Music: Sclimpini. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 France 24 English News. 10.30 Front Up 2000. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 Land Of The Giants: Titans Of Tech. 2.00 Cycling. Tour deFrance. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. Tour deFrance. H’lights. 4.05 WorldWatch. 6.05 Inside The Huddle. 6.35 Over The Black Dot. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 Big Fat Quiz Best Bits: Dream Teams. 8.30 History’s Greatest Mysteries. 9.20 The UnBelievable With Dan Aykroyd. 10.10 The Expanse. 11.50 Vikings: The Rise And Fall. 1.40am NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am The Movie Show. 6.20 The Ploughman’s Lunch. (1983, PGals) 8.20 Satellite Boy. (2012, PGal) 10.00 The Big Lebowski. (1998, Madlnsv) 12.10pm After Hours. (1985, Mns) 2.00 Men In War. (1957, PGalw) 4.00 Dancing At Lughnasa. (1998, PGa) 5.45 The Silver Brumby. (1993,PG,R) 7.30 Rogue Agent. (2022,Mals,R) 9.40 The Fisher King. (1991,Malv,R) 12.10am The Professor And The Madman. (2019, Mav) 2.35 La Maison. (2022, MA15+adnsv, German, English, French) 4.10 The Fence. (2022, Mdlv)

PICK OF THE WEEK

MASTERCHEF AUSTRALIA

10, Sunday, 7pm

When it comes to VIP guests, this season of MasterChefhas seen its fair share of star power – from Jimmy Barnes to Robert Irwin – but securing Sunday’s guest will be the show’s crowning achievement. Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, is bringing her love of food, entertaining and seasonal produce to the kitchen for an unforgettable episode. The final four contestants are tasked with creating a dish that celebrates one of the Duchess’ favourite ingredients – among them artichokes, honey, macadamia nuts and quinces – and accompany it with a personal story that allows Meghan and judges Jean-Christophe Novelli, Poh Ling Yeow and Sofia Levin (pictured from left with the Duchess) to feel a sentimental connection to the meal.

GLASGOW 2026 COMMONWEALTH GAMES

Seven, Tuesday, 7pm

Unlike other recent world sporting events (looking at you, World Cup and Tour de France), the prime-time friendly nine-hour di erence between us and Glasgow puts the Commonwealth Games at a very watchable hour. Emma Freedman and Matt Shirvington (both pictured) start Seven’s coverage from 7pm (AEST) each night, which promises to help any jet-lagged cycling or football fans readjust to their native time zone. Tune in on Tuesday night to catch Australia’s fastest man, Lachlan Kennedy, run for gold in the men’s 100m sprint final, while Kyle Chalmers continues his campaign in the pool and Nicola Olyslagers and Eleanor Patterson battle it out in the high jump final.

and een us and Emma Freedman e ycling or football to catch men’s 100m he tal connection to the e meal

SEVEN (7)

6.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games: Opening Ceremony Continued. 7.00 Sunrise. 9.30 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Glasgow2026 Commonwealth Games: Opening Ceremony Highlights. 4.00 Seven News At4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 1: Evening. 8.30 Glasgow2026 Commonwealth Games. Day1: Night. 10.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 1: Late. 12.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 1: Overnight. 2.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 1: Pre-dawn. 4.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 1: Early morning.

7TWO (72)

6am Morning Programs. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.30 Weekender. 3.00 Feel Good Road Trips. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 The Americas. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Bargain Hunt. 12.30am The Great Australian Doorstep. 1.00 Under The Hammer. 1.30 Room For Improvement. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Animal Rescue. 3.00 Better Homes. 5.00 Late Programs.

7MATE (74) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 8.15 Cities Of Gold. 8.40 The Magic Canoe. 9.10 Spartakus. 10.00 Wild, Smart And Deadly. 11.00 Going Places. Noon Namarali. 1.00 A Cedar Is Life. 2.00 Island Echoes. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 4.40 Dreaming Big. 5.05 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Nula. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Wild, Smart And Deadly. 7.30 MOVIE: Crackers. (1998, M) 9.20 MOVIE: Scrooged. (1988, M) 11.05 Nula. 11.35 Desert Hikoi. 11.50 Kings Of Baxter. 1am The Walkers. 1.30 Faboriginal. 2.00 NITV On The Road: Mbantua. 5.00 Bamay.

6am Morning Programs. 8.00 American Pickers: Best Of. 9.00 Mountain Men. 11.00 Storage Wars. 11.30 American Pickers: Best Of. 12.30pm Pawn Stars. 1.30 American Pickers: Best Of. 2.30 Kick Ons. 3.00 Timbersports. 3.30 Tougher In Alaska. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.00 AFL: Friday Night Countdown. 7.30 Football. AFL. Melbourne vGeelong. 10.40 MOVIE: Death Wish. (1974, MA15+) 12.45am American Pickers. 2.00 Tougher In Alaska. 3.00 Mountain Men. 5.00 Ax Men.

NINE (8, 9)

Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: The PA And The Manhattan Prince. (2023,G) 2.00 Pointless. (PG,R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG,R) 4.00 9News Afternoon.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round21. South Sydney Rabbitohs vMelbourne Storm. From Accor Stadium, Sydney. 9.55 NRL Friday Night Footy Post-Match. Post-match coverage ofthe NRL game. 10.45 MOVIE: Death Wish V. (1994,MA15+lv,R) Charles Bronson, Lesley Ann-Down. 12.40 Resident Alien. (Malv,R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Postcards. (PG,R)

9GEM (81, 92)

TEN (5, 1)

6.00 10 News+.

6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted byGrant Denyer. 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG,R) Hosted byRebecca Gibney.

7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. (R) Acouple own ahome inBrighton.

8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns,R) Celebrity panellists compete tosee who can remember the most about events ofthe week.

9.40

9GO! (82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. 7.30 CruiseAway. 8.00 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Poirot. 1.00 MOVIE: Mine Own Executioner. (1947, PG) 3.15 Antiques Roadshow. 3.45 MOVIE: Will Any Gentleman…? (1953) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Find My Country House Australia. (Return) 8.30 MOVIE: Spectre. (2015, M) 11.25 Poirot. 12.35am Antiques Roadshow. 1.05 1.35 MOVIE: Will Any Gentleman…? (1953) 3.30 My Favorite Martian. 4.00 Gideon’s Way. 5.00 Yorkshire Auction House. 6am Shopping. 8.00 Days Of Our Lives. 8.45

6am Morning Programs. 8.30 The Nanny: Oy To The World. 9.00 Nanny. 9.30 Addams Family. 10.30 Bewitched. 11.30 My Way. 11.45 Snackmasters. 2.30pm The Nanny: Oy To The World. 3.00 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix. (2007, M) 10.15 MOVIE: Walking Tall. (2004, M) 11.50 Arrow. 2.20am The Summit. 4.00 Barbie: A Touch Of Magic. 4.30 Bubble’s Hotel. 4.50 LEGO Friends: The Next Chapter. 5.10 Hop. 5.30 Beyblade Burst: Quad Drive.

6.05 Kath & Kim.

6.30 Hard Quiz.

7.00 ABC News. A look at the 7.30 Cooper & Fry.

9.05 Doc Martin.

9.55 Believe Me.

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Cycling.

1.00 Underground Army.

2.55 Michael Mosley Secrets Of The Superagers: Future Of Ageing.

3.50 Ireland In Music: Sclimpini. Wallis Bird sings her song 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 Euronews. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. 8.30 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.

10.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. 12.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. 2.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. 4.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. 6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 My Way Outback Queensland Special. 8.30 MOVIE: Legally Blonde.

10.30 MOVIE: Crazy, Stupid, Love.

12.40 Space Invaders. 1.30 Great Australian Detour Snow. 2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. 2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 5.30 Helping Hands. 6.30 The Dog House Australia. 7.30

Thinking of selling?

Nation.

9.30 Castle Secrets. 10.25 Kennedy: Jack (1917-1940) 11.20 Framed. 12.05 Cycling.

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

The First 48: Bad Cinderella. (Mav) 11.00 Black Widow: The Deception Begins. 11.50 Murder In The 21st: Vigilante Justice. (Mav) 12.40 For The Love Of Pets. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 4.00

Monday, July 27

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Cooper & Fry. (Ma, R) 11.35 Poh’s Kitchen. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 Back Roads. (R) 2.30 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (R) 3.00 Restoration Australia. (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 7.30.

8.00 Australian Story. Australians tell personal stories.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.

9.25 Media Watch. (PG) Presented by Linton Besser.

9.40 If You’re Listening. (R) 10.10 Foreign Correspondent. (R)

10.40 ABC Late News.

10.55 The Business. (R)

11.10 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R)

12.00 Long Lost Family. (R)

12.40 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv)

3.00 Gardening Australia. (R)

4.00 Poh’s Kitchen On The Road. (R)

4.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

5.30 7.30. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.30pm The Makery. 3.00 Play School. 3.25 Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures. 4.20 Santiago Of The Seas. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 5.55 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.45 HexVets And Magic Pets. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.40 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.05 Young Sheldon. 8.30 Young Sheldon. 8.50 Badgers: Their Secret World. 10.20 Late Programs.

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. 2pm Island Echoes. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 4.35 Dreaming Big. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters.

5.30 The 77 Percent. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Wild, Smart And Deadly. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Living Black. (Final) 9.00 Emmett Till: White Lies, Black Death. 10.00 MOVIE: 8 Seconds. (1994, M) 11.50 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 9.00 DD India News Hour. 10.00 Canada’s National Parks. (PG, R) 11.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 1.10 WorldWatch. 3.00 Going Places. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Michael Mosley Secrets Of The Superagers. (PG, R) 5.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Big Fat Quiz Of Telly 2026. Presented by Jimmy Carr.

9.10 Alone Australia. (Ml, R)

The participants battle injury and hunger.

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Gomorrah. (MA15+v, R)

2.25 Merrill’s Marauders: Burma WWII. (Mav, R)

3.25 The Kim Dynasty: A Family Affair. (PGa, R)

4.20 Bamay: Murrumbidgee River – Madi Madi, Dadi Dadi And Nganguruku Country. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Over The Black Dot. 2.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 4.10 WorldWatch. 6.10 Mysteries From Above. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 History’s Greatest Mysteries. 9.20 The UnBelievable. 10.10 The Expanse. 11.50 Hells Angels: Kingdom Come. 1.40am NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

SEVEN (7)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG)

12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Bridge Of Lies. (R) 2.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 3: Highlights. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 4: Evening.

8.30 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 4: Night.

10.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 4: Late.

12.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 4: Overnight. From Glasgow, Scotland. Hosted by Bruce McAvaney, Matt Shirvington, Emma Freedman, Mel McLaughlin, Jason Richardson, Johanna Griggs, Matt White, Rebecca Maddern, Trent Copeland and Lizzie Jelfs. 2.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 4: Pre-dawn. 4.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 4: Early morning. 5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72)

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 Escape To The Country. 11.50 Doc Martin. 12.50am Late Programs.

7MATE (74) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Morning Programs. 11.40 The Client. (1994, Mv) 1.55pm The Amazing Mr. Blunden. (2021, PGal) 3.30 Mr. Holmes. (2015, PGa) 5.25 Where Angels Fear To Tread. (1991, PGa) 7.30 Michael Collins. (1996, Malv) 9.55 Seven Samurai. (1954, PGalv, Japanese) 1.35am Perrier’s Bounty. (2009, MA15+dlv) 3.15 Heavier Trip. (2024, MA15+aw, Finnish) 5.00 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm Motor Racing. Night Thunder. High Limits World Tour. Replay. 3.30 Counting Cars. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League. 8.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 9.30 Gem Hunters Down Under. 10.30 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 LEGO Masters Bricktacular. (Final, PG, R) 1.30 Getaway. (PG, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Travel Guides. (PGl) The guides explore outback Queensland.

8.40 100% Footy. (Mal) Features the latest rugby league news, with exclusive insights from an expert panel.

9.40 9News Late.

10.10 Outback Opal Hunters. (PGl) (Ml)

12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.05 Hello SA. (PG)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

4.30 A Current Affair. (R)

5.00 Today Early News.

5.30 Today.

9GEM (81, 92)

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon David Attenborough’s Asia. 1.00 Midsomer Murders. 3.00 MOVIE: Nickelodeon. (1976, PG) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. (Return) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 The Madame Blanc Mysteries. 9.40 Good Karma Hospital. 10.40 Love Rat. 11.40 The First 48. 12.40am Late Programs.

9GO! (82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Jeopardy! UK. 12.30pm MOVIE: Baywatch: Panic At Malibu Pier. (1989, M) 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Baywatch. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: The Hangover 2. (2011, MA15+) 10.35 Seinfeld. 11.35 The 100. 12.25am Winter House. 1.15 Below Deck. 2.05 Jeopardy! UK. 3.00 Late Programs.

Tuesday, July 28

ABC TV (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (7) 6am Morning Programs. 10.30 Kitchen Cabinet. (R) 11.00 Lucy Worsley’s Victorian Murder Club. (PGa, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Better. (Final, Malv, R) 1.55 Back Roads. (PG, R) 2.25 Home Delivery. (R) 2.55 Race Around The World. (PG, R) 4.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGv) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Canada’s National Parks. (R) 11.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Queens That Changed The World. (PG, R) 3.00 The Cook Up. (R) 3.30 Ireland’s Wild Islands. (PGa, R) 4.35 Jeopardy! 5.00 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.30 North American Fan Feasts. (PG, R)

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

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Foreign Correspondent. 8.30 Kitchen Cabinet.

9.00 The Assembly: Claudia Karvan. (R) 9.45 Compass. (R)

10.15 ABC Late News.

10.30 The Business. (R)

10.50 Four Corners. (R)

11.45 Media Watch. (PG, R) 12.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (Mv, R) 12.50 Long Lost Family. (R) 1.35 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv)

3.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 4.00 Poh’s Kitchen On The Road. (R) 4.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 3pm Play School. 3.25 Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures. 4.20 Santiago Of The Seas. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 5.55 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.45 HexVets And Magic Pets. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.40 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.05 Young Sheldon. 8.30 Young Sheldon. 8.50 Ice Age. 9.35 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 10.00 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Portugal With Michael Portillo. (PG, R)

8.30 Insight.

9.30 Dateline: The Greek Longevity Puzzle.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy. (R)

11.20 The Negotiator. (Malv)

12.55 MOVIE: Julia. (2021, Mals, R)

2.40 A Certain Mother. (PGan, R)

4.00 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. 2pm Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 3.00 Where Are You Really From? 3.30 Food Lovers’ Guide. 4.10 WorldWatch. 6.10 Mysteries From Above. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 History’s Greatest Mysteries. 9.20 The UnBelievable. 10.10 The Expanse. Midnight While The Men Are Away. 1.10 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 1.05pm Finding Altamira. (2016, PGa) 2.45 The Terror. (1963) 4.15 All At Sea. (2010, PGans) 5.50 I Know Where I’m Going!

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Bridge Of Lies. (R) 2.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 4: Highlights. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 5: Evening. 8.30 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 5: Night. 10.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 5: Late. 12.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 5: Overnight. 2.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 5: Pre-dawn. 4.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 5: Early morning. 5.30 Sunrise.

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6am Morning Programs. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 The Amazing Homemakers. 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 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 American Pickers. 12.30pm Pawn Stars. 1.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 2.30 Gem Hunters Down Under. 3.30 Tougher In Alaska. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Truckers. 10.30 The Agenda Setters. 11.30 Ice Road Truckers. 12.30am Storage Wars. 1.00 Late Programs.

6.00 10 News+.

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

7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG) Hosted by Rebecca Gibney. 7.30 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) Penny tells her family about her marriage. 11.30 10 News+. (R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: A Missed Connection. (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) 8.00 Lingo. (R) 9.00 The Finish Line. (R) 10.00

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Live Aid: When Rock ‘n’ Roll Took On The World. (Mal, R) Takes a look at Live Aid.

9.25 9News Late.

9.55 A Killer Makes A Call: Killer Pilot. (Mav, R) (Ml)

11.50 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

Pointless. (PG, R)

TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Building Ideas. (PG, R)

TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

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6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Death In Paradise. 1.00 The Madame Blanc Mysteries. 2.00 Good Karma Hospital. 3.10 Antiques Roadshow. 3.40 MOVIE: Man About The House. (1974, PG) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Agatha Christie’s Marple. 10.40 Rizzoli & Isles. 11.40 Poirot. 12.40am Late Programs.

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Baywatch. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Baywatch. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: The Hangover Part III. (2013, MA15+) 10.35 Seinfeld. 11.35 The 100. 12.30am Winter House. 1.20 Late Programs.

Wednesday, July 29

6.00

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Alone Australia. 8.40 Titanic Sinks Tonight.

9.45 Six Four. 10.40 SBS World News Late. 11.10 Forest Of The Missing.

2.55 Children Of Chaos: What Became Of WWII Orphans. (PGa, R)

4.40 Bamay: Murrumbidgee River – Ngunnawal, Wiradjuri And Ngarigo Country. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News.

9News. 7.00 A Current Affair.

And The Eighth. (Ml) 11.50 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 12.40

July 30

A journey back in time

There is something magical about an event that has been held every 10 years for nearly 400 years –something that feels special, old and yet timeless in a changing world.

The world-renown Passion Play in Oberammergau, German is set to return for it’s once a decade performances in the European spring/summer of 2030 – a rare chance to see something that visitors on their Victorian Grand Tour or a world coming out of wars may have watched.

Knowing their market, of curious and intelligent travellers, Viking have announced two new river voyages for 2030 offering guests a rare opportunity to experience the 43rd Passion Play and allow guests time to explore Bavaria and destinations along the Rhine and Danube rivers (depending on the tour).

With departure dates from May through to September 2030, the new Oberammergau, Innsbruck and the Rhine and Oberammergau with Salzburg tours offer something unique according to Viking CEO and President Leah Talactac.

“Our guests are curious travellers who value meaningful cultural experiences and a deeper understanding of the places they visit,” the CEO said.

“We have welcomed guests to the Oberammergau Passion Play for two previous instalments and are pleased to introduce these new itineraries for 2030. By pairing this extraordinary event with a Rhine or Danube voyage, guests can explore some of Europe’s most historic destinations while experiencing a tradition that has endured for nearly 400 years.”

Since 2010, Viking has been privileged to host guests for this cherished event and is a partner of

the Passion Play organisers. This long-standing relationship allows Viking to plan years ahead and to integrate the Passion Play seamlessly into thoughtfully designed itineraries, which include sailings on the company’s award-winning Viking Longships. Highlights of the new Oberammergau Passion Play itineraries in 2030 include:

Oberammergau, Innsbruck and the Rhine (13 days; Amsterdam to Munich): Sail the Middle Rhine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site lined with castles, cathedrals and medieval towns. Savor the culinary traditions of the Alsace region and journey to Innsbruck, where verdant landscapes are framed by towering alpine peaks. In Oberammergau, experience the Passion Play, a cherished tradition that has been performed once a decade for nearly 400 years. Conclude your journey with an overnight stay in Munich, Bavaria’s historic capital.

Oberammergau with Salzburg (12 days; Oberammergau to Budapest): Embark on a journey through the heart of Central Europe. In Oberammergau, experience the Passion Play, a once-a-decade performance staged by villagers to honour a vow made in 1633. Explore historic Bavaria and charming Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart and the setting for The Sound of Music. View scenic landscapes and visit historic cities as you sail the Danube River through Germany, Austria and Hungary.

For those who wish to learn more about Oberammergau and the Passion Play, Viking has also launched a dedicated online resource, featuring the history of the play, cultural insights and other destination information. The new webpage can be found at viking.com/Oberammergau. The

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Fire and Rain revisited

The Majestic Theatre is bringing to local audiences an outstanding musical talent when singer guitarist Darren Cogan presents his ‘Fire and Rain’ tribute to James Taylor on Sunday 26 July from 3pm. In this heartfelt performance, he takes audiences on an eloquent musical journey through Taylor’s iconic songbook, featuring classics like How Sweet It Is to Be Loved by You, Country Road, Carolina in My Mind, Sweet Baby James, You’ve Got a Friend, Shower The People and Fire and Rain.

Darren has had a stellar musical career since the 90s, taking out the prestigious Toyota Star Maker Quest in 1996, charting a course as a successful recording artist within the Australian Country Music Industry.

In January 2001 Darren was awarded his first Golden Guitar at the Toyota Country Music Awards of Australia. In recognition of his outstanding achievements, Darren was awarded the Centenary Medal – “For Services to Australian Society” in 2003. This same year, he released his second album, Balancing Act, for which he was awarded Australian Independent Male Vocalist of the Year. 2008 saw Darren release his fourth album, War Stories, a moving salute to the ANZACS for which he was awarded his second Golden Guitar.

Darren has been equally as comfortable in musicals and on screen having toured Australia extensively playing roles including Richie Cunningham in Happy Days the Arena Mega Musical 1999, Teen Angel and Vince Fontaine in GreaseThe Mega Musical 2001-2002, Col Joye in Shout - the musical of the Wild One 2003, understudied John Farnham as Teen Angel in Grease - The Arena Spectacular 2005 and the lead role of Dad in the world premiere production of John William-

son’s musical Quambatook, 2008.

Darren’s on-screen credits include hosting Foxtel’s Out & About - The Great Aussie Pub Tour, the award-winning Channel 7 drama All Saints 2001/2004/2005 and currently as a presenter on Sydney Weekender for Network 7.

Darren’s critically acclaimed production, Peace Train – The Cat Stevens Story, has inspired audiences in some of the most prestigious theatres including the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall.

In September 2017, Darren performed ‘Peace Train’ to standing ovations across the United Kingdomon18oftheworld’sgrandeststages,including the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Liverpool Philharmonic & Manchester Bridgewater Hall.

Darren was awarded ‘Male Artist Of The Year’ for consecutive years at the Australian Celtic Music Awards in 2016 and 2017 and dominated the 2017 Australian Independent Country Music Awards taking home three coveted awards; ‘Single Of The Year’ , ‘Male Vocalist Of The Year’ and the big one, ‘Album Of The Year’ for his album, ‘The Wide Horizon’

In 2019 Darren returned to his country roots ‘Like A Rhinestone Cowboy’ , delivering the vocal authenticity and guitar prowess of the great Glen Campbell for which he was awarded ‘Album Of The Year’ and ‘Male Vocalist Of The Year’ at the 2019 Australian Independent Country Music Awards.

This year Darren will release his highly anticipated new album “Another Breaking Wave” The Majestic Theatre bar opens at 2pm and the show starts at 3pm on 26 July.

Tickets are available from the Majestic Theatre website at https://themajestictheatre.com. au/events/fire-rain-darren-coggan-performs-

The annual Noosa Charity Car Show has recorded its biggest fundraising result yet, raising a record $18,000 for Sunshine Butterflies.

Heldinperfectsunnyconditions,thepopularcommunity event attracted large crowds of families who turnedouttoadmireadiversedisplayofmorethan100 cars and motorcycles.

Hosted by the Roadrunner Car Club Inc., the charity show has become a fixture on the local calendar since it began in 2019.

RoadrunnerCarClubpresidentNoelStJohn-Wood said this year’s event was the most successful to date.

“The Charity Car Show has been an annual event since2019andthisyearwasthebiggestfundraiseryet, with $18,000 raised for Sunshine Butterflies,” he said.

“It really is inspiring to have so many local businesses generously supporting the show, including the Rotary Club of Cooroy.”

The proceeds will support Sunshine Butterflies, a not-for-profitorganisationthatprovidesopportunities and services for people living with disability.

Sunshine Butterflies representatives Leanne Walsh and Scott Harrison said they were delighted to receive the donation and thanked

Raising funds

By Steve Linnell

A sold-out charity lunch featuring entertainment, fine dining and more than 20 auction items is set to raise thousands of dollars for Noosa families doing it tough this Christmas.

More than 330 guests are expected to attend the annual Santa’s Classy Helpers fundraising luncheon at the Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club in a fortnight, with every dollar raised going towards supporting local families in need.

The event has become one of Noosa’s biggest charity fundraisers, with founder Lorraine Kenway establishing the organisation after encountering a mother and her children sleeping in a car near the Noosa River shortly before Christmas.

Shocked by the family’s circumstances, Ms Kenway decided more could be done to help local people experiencing hardship and, together with other volunteers, founded Santa’s Classy Helpers in 2012.

The charity works with organisations including St Vincent de Paul, The Salvation Army, Waves of Kindness, SunnyKids, U Turn, domestic violence services and school chaplains to identify families most in need.

In early December, nominated families are invited to The J in Noosa to select Christmas gifts, food and essentials from a wide range of donated items.

Demand for assistance has grown dramatically over the past 14 years.

The charity supported 75 families in its first year but last Christmas assisted 550 families, including 1,525 children and teenagers, as rising living costs, housing pressures, job losses, illness and domestic violence continued to impact local households.

This year’s fundraising lunch is already fully booked and will feature Australia’s leading corporate MC, comedian and impressionist Paul Martell, along with a Tina Turner tribute spectacular by Rebecca O’Connor and dancers.

Celebrity auctioneer Lance Smith will lead the

Founder Lorraine Kenway with volunteers John Cook, Rob Ellis, Clenn Chabot, Trevor Bach, Dave McDonald and Roger Smith. (Steve Linnell: 565815)

auction, with 23 items on offer including luxury accommodation packages, fine dining experiences, artwork, mountain bikes and a four-night all-inclusive Mount Mulligan Lodge experience valued at more than $12,500.

Guests will also have the chance to win prize bundles through a major raffle featuring resort stays, dining vouchers, spa treatments and shopping experiences donated by Noosa businesses.

The event is organised by Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club general manager Anton Mogg, Surf Club restaurant proprietor Peter Thynne and seating coordinator Tony Jackson, with support from dozens of local businesses donating prizes and experiences.

Santa’s Classy Helpers says every dollar raised stays in the Noosa community, helping ensure local families facing hardship can experience the joy of Christmas.

Community update

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

OZ, THE MOVIE, 50 YEARS ON Fifty years on, one of Australia’s pioneer music film clip makers, now local resident Chris Lofven is reviving ‘OZ - A Rock’n’Roll Road Movie’ , a film he created and released in 1976 for a 50th anniversary screening at The Majestic Theatre, Pomona on Thursday 30 July at 7pm. Tickets are only $15. Book online at The Majestic Theatre website.

WALKING NETBALL

Starts 5 Aug 2026. 10 weeks. Season 2.

With a focus on fun and social interaction rather than competition, it is a great way to stay active, energized, and meet some new friends. The aim of fast walking (rather than running) is to keep the game safe and injury-free. No team or uniform required; just come along and play. Netball Qld registration is $44, then $5 for each game you play. Wednesday 6-7:30pm, Noosa Netball courts, McKinnon Drive, Tewantin. Call Jane 0407 480 125 for more information.

RSL WOMEN’S AUXILIARY

The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa RSL Women’s Auxiliary will be held on Friday 7 August, at 10.30am. All old and present members and visitors welcome. Please phone Kay 0402804270.

ORCHID SOCIETY

Noosa District Orchid & Foliage Society welcomes visitors and members to its monthly meeting from 12.30pm on Saturday 1 August, Tinbeerwah Hall; for socialising and plant sales to members, with meeting from 1pm. Meetings are first Saturday each month, excluding December and January. Visitors can attend two meetings for free before joining. 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 House on a Monday or Wednesday morning. Phone Ned: 0411 784 911. Facebook: boomerangbagsnoosa

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.

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

Invite to join the Art trail

Noosa Open Studios 2026 is nearly upon us and will run 14 to 2 August, with four art trails from the Noosa area, down through beaches and back through the hinterland. Pick up your Trail Guide and plan your trip. You will find distribution centres on the website www.noosaopenstudios.com. au.

With 82 artists in 72 studios there is something to appeal to every lover of art. As usual artists will open their studios for visitors where they can see where the magic happens and beautiful creations emerge. And this year, for something different, Bendigo Bank a wonderful sponsor has instigated a People’s Choice Award where visitors can vote

for their favourite artwork/artist. This can be done at the NOS Hub, Wallace House, Noosaville where artwork for every artist is on display.

This year we have three artists who have participated in every one of the eleven Noosa Open Studios Art Trails since the start. Carol Watkins ceramicist from Cooroy, the President this year for the third time; Helen Lawson artist, who is sharing with Carol for the first time this year, and Dave Gilbert artist and sculptor whose studio is in Doonan.

We look forward to seeing you on the trail.

For further information contact Carol Watkins on 0413 832122

‘Little kids’ day returns next month in Gympie

The Gympie Showgrounds will come alive with colour, creativity and plenty of active fun when Little Kids Day Out returns on Saturday, 8 August.

The free community event, held from 11am to 3pm at the Gympie Pavilion, will feature more than 50 hands-on activities and entertainment experiences for children and their families.

This year’s theme, Move It, Move It, encourages youngsters to get active through play, creativity, and exploration.

While activities are designed primarily for children under eight, families with children of all ages are welcome.

Young visitors can meet emergency services personnel, explore a fire engine, police bike and all-terrain vehicle, enjoy free face painting, craft activities, sensory play, obstacle courses, storytelling, bubbles, ball games and much more.

Gympie South Lions will also offer free children’s vision screening throughout the day.

Entertainment throughout the day will include performances by local schools and community groups, aerial circus acts, martial arts demonstrations, roving entertainers, and crowd favourite Juggling Liam.

Children will receive a racetrack activity sheet at the gate to collect stamps as they complete activities, while parents can discover local schools, early learning centres and family support services.

A dedicated Weeroona Chill Out Zone will provide a quieter space for neurodiverse children and their families.

Food vendors will be on site, along with the event’s fundraising sausage sizzle.

Little Kids Day Out will be held at the Gympie Showgrounds, Exhibition Road, from

Roving entertainers, such as this stiltwalker, were a colourful addition to the Little Kids Day Out program last year, with even more fun planned for this year. (Supplied)

11am to 3pm on Saturday, 8 August. Entry is free.

For more information, visit LittleKidsDayOut.org.au.

NOOSA JAZZ

Fri 24th 8pm

1 Soup ingredient with ham (3)

Tenacious (10)

Resolute (7)

Stone fruit (7)

Too quiet to be heard (9)

Tranquil (4)

Think again (10)

Norway’s capital (4)

Casserole (4)

Benevolent (10)

Scrutinise (4)

Seasonal movement of animals (9)

Island in the North Atlantic (7)

Work (7)

Economic system (10)

Consume (3)

Group of people with authority to rule (10)

Appalling (9)

18 Transmute (9)

21 Tour (6)

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

Today’s Aim:

20 words: Good 30 words: Very good 41 words: Excellent

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MySharona was an international success for which US rock band? 2 What English river’s name comes from the ProtoBrittonic word for 'river'? 3 In the fairytale, for how many years was Sleeping Beauty asleep?

4 What is the capital of Barbados?

5 Which two members of The Bee Gees were twins? 6 In what year was the United Nations established?

7 On which island was Nelson Mandela imprisoned for 18 years?

8 Nephology is the study of what?

9 The grif n is a mythological creature with the head of an eagle and the body of what?

10 Shailene Woodley (pictured) stars as Jane Chapman in which TV series?

proposed amendments for the purpose of community consultation. Noosa Plan 2020 – Amendment No. 4 – Employment Land (proposed Amendment) is a major amendment which proposes to rezone land at 94 and 170 Holts Road Cooroy.

The proposed Amendment seeks to support key economic and employment outcomes for Noosa Shire, including:

• meeting demand for low and medium impact industry and employment land to 2051;

• supporting emerging innovation industries, research and technology (e.g. green industries, creative industries, and biotechnology);

• accommodating small, large and expanding local businesses;

• enabling a diverse mix of lot sizes and tenancies; and

• supporting up to 1,000 jobs.

The proposed Amendment a ects land at 94 and 170 Holts Road Cooroy and proposes to:

• rezone approximately 13.8ha of constrained land from Rural to Environmental Management and Conservation zone;

• rezone approximately 20ha of unconstrained land from Rural to Industry and Low Impact Industry zones, including an Enterprise Precinct and Innovation and Technology Precinct; and

• Introduce a Framework and Character Plan which specifies development outcomes, including road layout, vehicle access, future road connections, pathways, landscaping and provision of public open space.

The proposed Amendment is available from Monday 27 July 2026 in an electronic format, along with an explanatory factsheet.

To view, visit yoursay.noosa.qld.gov.au

Electronic and hard copies of the proposed Amendment are also available for inspection at Noosa Council’s o ice 9 Pelican Street, Tewantin and Cooroy library. A pop-up display where you can view the proposed Amendment and talk to a planner will be held at Cooroy Library on Monday 3rd August from 3.15-5.15pm.

You can make a submission regarding any aspect of the proposed Amendment between Monday 27 July and Sunday 23 August 2026.

A properly made submission must: -

• be made in writing to Noosa Plan 2020, PO Box 141 Tewantin Qld 4565; or

• via email to np2020amendments@noosa.qld.gov.au; or

• electronically using Council’s online form via yoursay.noosa.qld.gov.au; and

• include the name and address of each person who is making the submission; and

• be received by Council before the closing date for submissions.

For more information on the proposed Amendment call (07) 5329 6500 and ask to speak with a strategic planner or send an enquiry via email to np2020amendments@noosa.qld.gov.au.

Requests to purchase an electronic copy of the proposed Amendment can be directed to np2020amendments@noosa.qld.gov.au

Larry Sengstock Chief Executive Officer Noosa Council.

Meet the future of karate

By Steve Linnell

Noosa Heads karate prodigy Freddie Broman has continued his remarkable rise in the sport, winning two medals at the Karate Australia National Championships before receiving Federal Government support to help pursue his sporting dreams.

The 12-year-old, who trains at Karate Noosa under Sensei Bryan Dukas, claimed gold in the Under 14 boys individual kumite and silver in the Under 14 boys individual kata at the national titles in Hobart from 10 to 12 July.

Competing against older athletes, Freddie topped a field of 13 competitors to win the kumite title and took silver in kata from a field of 27 boys.

The latest success comes just a year after Freddie represented Australia at the 2025 World Shotokan Karate-Do Federation World Championships in Japan, where he won gold in the Under 12 boys individual kata and silver in the mixed children’s team kata.

His national achievements have also earned him a Local Sporting Champions grant from the Australian Government.

Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien congratulated Freddie and other young athletes from across the region selected to receive grants of between $500 and $750 to help cover the costs of travel, equipment, uniforms and accommodation.

Freddie discovered karate three years ago after attending his first lesson with Sensei Bryan Dukas.

“He came home and said, ‘This is what I want to do for the rest of my life!’” his family said.

Since then, Freddie has trained up to four days a week at Karate Noosa, follows his own training routine before and after school, and travels to Brisbane every Saturday for four months each year to train with the Queensland State Team in preparation for the national championships.

His rapid improvement has seen him progress from local dojo competitions to the Queensland Cup, Queensland Open Championships,

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Queensland State Titles, Australian National Championships and the World Championships.

After winning silver medals in all of his individual events at the 2025 Queensland State Championships, Freddie dominated this year’s state titles, claiming gold in every individual category and silver in the team event.

He was selected to represent Queensland at both the 2025 and 2026 Australian National Championships.

Freddie credits much of his success to Sensei Dukas, whom he describes as both an outstand-

ing instructor and mentor.

“Sensei Bryan has been an extremely important part of Freddie’s karate journey,” his family said.

“He teaches his students respect, discipline and perfection of character. Sensei Bryan has taught Freddie that karate is a way of life, not just a sport.”

Freddie said he was grateful for his instructor’s guidance and support.

“Freddie would like to thank Sensei Bryan for

his expert training and guidance,” his family said.

“Freddie is where he is today because of Sensei Bryan.”

Freddie was among a number of Noosa athletes recognised in the latest round of the Local Sporting Champions program, including Tewantin surf lifesaver Mac Moore, Doonan swimmer Sophie McClellan, Noosa Heads hockey player Sophie Telford, Peregian Beach netballer Amelie Potter and Sunshine Beach canoe sprinter Lachlan Caple.

A top of the table clash

By Taylor Ryan

Friday saw a top of the table clash between, what could be said, the old n new guard on the coast. Swannies came up over the Maroochy with intentions to beat Ray White Noosa Dolphins, that were equally met. The brothers Turvey, joined by illustrious president took to the field on a wet, windy night against a Noosa team with an average age of 20. Experience vs youth, size taking on speed, it was a back n forth game.

Under testing conditions, playing against a stacked ex-A grade team list, the young Dolphins played with heart, humility and effort till the very end. Results rarely matter in these games, but what is remembered is the pride these young men should take from that game.

Noosa remains top of the table with two games left. Bring on the finals.

Reserves

After Reggie’s away win over Uni at Uni last week they were excited to welcome Swans who they hadn’t faced since Round 2.

As the pointy end of the season draws closer, Reggie’s we’re happy to welcome back some experience into the line up with the returns of globe trotting Jack Davies and consistent full back Linc Parsons.

Right from the kick off Noosa piled the pressure on, scoring in the first two minutes and from there steadily stacking points to head into half time 31-0 leaders.

The game opened up a bit in the second half, and we welcomed the senior debut of Noosa Junior Nick Peterson who had a great day on the attack and in the scrums!

Finishing 65-5, with a man of the match performance from Linc Parsons racking up 40points.

This win saw Noosa Reggie’s secure this years minor premiership, a short step onto the ultimate end of year goal.

A Grade A tough battle with the John Curry cup up for

grades again this year, it started fierce and fast paced, Maroochydoore getting points on the board first, as Noosa quickly responded with a try in return! It was a brave gritty performance with some stoic defence with a penalty try to Swans and energetic Maroochydore defence managed to hold on and regain the John Curry cup with the win, With many of the A grade boys out with injury it’s been a tough battle for the A grade crew the last few weeks.

We turn our focus onto next week’s game

again back at home for another big weekend of rugby where we have the return of the old boys for our annual back to Noosa day, this year being extra special, as it was the year we where proud to introduce a senior women’s team which will also return to Noosa. which always shows a big crowd.

Next weeks games:

Cricks cup 7:30pm Friday night at Uni Woman’s 12:20pm Saturday at Noosa Reserve grade 1:40pm Saturday at Noosa

A grade 3:15pm Saturday at Noosa

Dolphins juniors make great leaps of confidence

U15s Ray White Noosa Dolphins Round 10

Fresh from a successful New Zealand tour, the Noosa Dolphins U15s returned home with renewed confidence and showed just how much they have grown in a spirited performance against ladder leaders Caloundra. While they went down 29-19, the Dolphins reached a new level against a side that has traditionally dominated, scoring three tries and keeping the margin to just 10 points through determined defence.

Luke scored the Dolphins’ final try, converted by Nate, whose return made an immediate impact. With the teams meeting again this Saturday, Noosa will take plenty of belief into the rematch. U14s

The wind played havoc with hair and balls alike but the U14s showed flair, cohesion and some excellent rugby on Saturday. At home against University, the Ray White Dolphins dominated with fantastic team play and a full-time score of 48-14.

The team welcomed a second Max this week, who showed courage and determination in new colours. Max T scored a fantastic individual try and worked hard against the wind to strike a commanding conversion rate. Whilst Zac, Jack, Leo, Tyler, Lenny and Max all touched over the line, most of the tries scored were genuine team efforts, with communication and passing of the ball out to the wing greatly improved.

U11s

The Under 11s played Flinders at home on a windy but warm July morning and were absolutely stoked to warm up with three members of the A grade team before the match. A little starstruck, the boys let a couple of early tries through in the first half before finding their feet and their teammates, then working together to get Forest across the line for a try, converted by Rambo. More excellent teamwork led to another try in the final moments of the first half.

Although Flinders scored more tries than Noosa in the second half, Coach Iain was impressed by how hard and well the boys worked together as a team. The boys never stopped fighting, kept learning from their mistakes in real time and played in a way that made everyone watching, proud.

The Domino’s Player of the Match was awarded to Maximillien on his last game with the Dolphins before his family relocates interstate.

U10s

The Ray White Noosa Dolphins Under 10’s

Prepare to see more of these lads as Dolphins U14s are fundraising for their 2027 New Zealand tour. (Supplied)

reunited to play on home soil against USC. With missing teammates and very windy conditions, the Dolphins went into the game with teamwork, resilience, commitment and positivity.

USC led the first half with fast outside runners and consistent skills in the breakdown. However, the Dolphins set up the play for Gus, Noah, Hardie and Finn to complete fast paced long runs up the side while Marcus was impressive maintaining his hold through a lengthy tackle.

The second half had the wind behind the Dolphins, who closed the gap with spectacular forwards defence, strategic footwork and efficient passing to score three consecutive tries with conversions by Finn, Koa and Tommy. This was one tough game but a great start back for the season.

U9s

The U9s Ray White Dolphins’ first encounter against Matthew Flinders this season resulted in a tight battle for territory.

A beautiful cut-out pass from Owen found Buster on the wing to score. Billy tackled outstandingly throughout, while Liam was strong in cover defence, getting across the field in support and anchoring the go-forward momentum with Alfie. Lachie was hungry at the breakdown, turn-

ing over ball. Keanu was strong in the forwards, committed and never backing down. Eli scored a perfect breakaway try, taking his chance down the blindside with a pick-and-go. Otis backed his pace to weave through the defence and score, celebrating for Jai Arrow. Hemi’s awesome passing and running at halfback directed the ball well. Gus put in a solid performance at hooker, sealing well to maintain possession. A notable try came from Alfie gaining ground, with Liam tidying up, Thomas pushing up in support and Max breaking the advantage line to score. Teddy was remarkable in his debut with the Dolphins, showing his strength and knowledge of the game.

U7s

This week the team returned from holiday adventures and grandparent lolly jars to take on the Peregian Saints at home.

It was a try fest at Kearney Family oval with Riley and Mala both scoring several tries from long range. Ned was also back into it with two tries. Jakey was on fire with a Jonah-esque length of the field try flying down the sideline. Jack chipped in with a few good runs, whilst Dukey was relentless in leading by example with his defence.

It was Alfred who earned the Domino’s Player

Inclusion boys into the Prelim

By Julian Pitts

The Noosa Tigers inclusion team have finished second on the ladder after the home and away fixtures and now face Redcliffe at Moorooka in just over a weeks time for a spot in this years Grand Final. The Noosa Boys were far too good for Moorooka at Weyba Rd last Saturday and I know are keen as mustard to defend their Inclusion program title. Coached by Brett Evans, who is also Queensland’s State Coach, the Tigers boast several stars with names like Poulsen, Williams, Evans and Sargent all with State representive experience and keys to the Tigers finals fortunes. Their Preliminary final will be at Marooka on Saturday 1 August.

Our Senior Women had another convincing win at home last week against a very competitive Gympie outfit. Celebrating Amanda Tessaris’ 300 th career game across several clubs and competitions, the Tiger ball movement and pace on the outside of the contest was terrific. Mick Williams’ girls remain equal top of the AFLQ Div 2 Nth ladder and look set once again to go deep into September. Tessari herself was outstanding whilst the in form Maya Bovalino was again instrumental in the victory.

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A massive day coming up for the three Senior men’s teams with it coinciding with ‘past players’ and ‘life members’ day to be held from 1pm in the clubrooms. Always a great day catching up with old footy mates and re telling our footy stories, (which I must admit get bigger and better each year and with each beer) It’s just a massive game for our Senior men who are just hanging on to eighth place by percentage and only a victory over Sherwood will suffice after a very disappointing 14 goal de-

Lions women strong finals contenders

A hat trick for India Hay in the Under 23 Women’s game and 2-2 draw for the Senior Women’s team against Kawana was watched by a bumper crowd at the Noosa Lions’ Den on Saturday night. Wearing the new Finley Bone Memorial shirts, the games had extra significance and the results keep both teams in third spot and strong contenders for Finals football.

The later kick-offs for the Under 23 and Senior Mens’ teams provided the other half of a double header for the Club’s Sponsors night. A big thank you to Platinum Sponsors - Subway and Inspirations Paint; to our Gold Sponsors - Colliers, Chris Clout Design, Offaly Civil, Flying West Coffee, Sweet Story Noosa, LiveLife Pharmacy, Allquip Rentals; and to our Silver Sponsors - Transfers to Noosa, Base Health, Heads of Noosa, Matso’s and Quantum Imaging. We are grateful for the support of these local businesses, which enables the club to maintain and develop facilities for all our players and supporters.

Injuries to Ewan Argar and Jarvis Bennell, meant a re-shuffle to the Noosa back line and this had a knock-on effect for the Under 23s, as Mitch Gannan and Sam Giove started for the Senior Men’s team. The Under 23’s lost 2-1, despite creating lots of chances, particularly in the second half. Nic Jancevski scored the goal direct from a corner and Jack Roberts was in fine form in the Noosa goal to ensure his team were always in the game. Perhaps unsettled by the changes in the defence, and certainly outmuscled in the first quarter of the game, Noosa found themselves two goals down after only eight minutes. Yet, it could easily have been 2-2, with Sam Boldy outpacing the Kawana back line and firing his shot straight at the ‘keeper twice in a matter of minutes. Noosa were finding success with balls just over the Kawana defence and chances galore were being created. Sam Boldy was fouled in the box in the 27th minute and Ollie Blackmore made no mistake from the resultant penalty. It was just reward for the flurry of chances the home side had made. After Kawana drew a good save from Cameron Boldy, another ball into the space behind their defence was raced onto by Jack Williams. His shot rebounded back off his chest from the Kawana ‘keeper and rolled into the net, to bring Noosa level at 2-2 in the 39th minute. Wave after wave

continued, with Mitch Gannan showing his pace and confidence down the left and Martin Penafiel making strong runs down the right. Sam Boldy saw another of his shots

blocked by a defender and out for a corner and with half-time approaching, Ollie Blackmore sent in the corner. It was Oli Williams who rose highest at the far post to head home and complete the turnaround.

Straight from the kick-off, Noosa maintained the pressure on the Kawana goal, with Boldy shooting just over the bar from the edge of the box. A long ball out of defence from Mitch Bridge, found Oli Williams in space on the left. He drove towards goal, turning his defender one way, his left foot shot was saved, but he retrieved the ball and put it away with his right foot. 4-2 to Noosa!

Kawana came back at Noosa, with their best chances coming from long-range shots, which were well saved by Boldy. At the other end, his cousin, Sam Boldy must have wondered how he hadn’t scored, with so many chances coming his way in the game. A fine run in the 80th minute

by Jack Williams ended with him setting up Matt Thompson for a shot, but it was well saved and the home side held on to their two-goal lead to secure a valuable three points from their rivals and remain two points clear of Woombye at the top of the table. For Coach, Michael Williams, “It wasn’t a great start, but the team showed character and resilience to come back and we fully merited the win.”

Next Saturday, the Noosa Lions host Gympie, with kick-offs back to 4pm for Under 23s and 6pm for the Senior Mens team.

Thirty-nine days, forty-eight teams, one hundred and four games, three hundred and seven goals - congratulations to Spain for winning the World Cup - a deserved victory. However, ‘The Peoples Final’ between France and England provided the most epic contest of the tournament and was a far better advert for the world game.

More combat gold medals

Last weekend, we told our community about Australian gold medals won by local athletes in amateur boxing and jiu-jitsu. We can now add Shotokan Karate to the growing list.

After speaking with Head Sensei Bryan Dukas, Black Belt 6th Dan, he proudly shared the following results: “On the last weekend of the school holidays, two Karate Noosa students travelled to Hobart to compete in the 2026 Karate National Titles.

I am very proud to announce that both FreddieBowmanandSophiaInnisdidextremelywell, bringing back one Gold and three silver medals between them. The competition started on Friday, and it was Freddie who was one of the first to compete. He had a tough division of 27 competitors in his Kata (a pre-arranged sequence of offensive and defensive moments) and at 12 years of age, competing in the U14 age Division he won 4 out of 5 rounds to win the silver medal.

His Kumite (point sparring) was on the same day: he won all three of his bouts to receive the gold medal. Sophie at age 17 was one of the most experienced competitors within Karate Noosa. Having won several national titles in the last few years she competed in Kumite in the older age groups to push herself and prepare for competi-

tion at international level next year.

She gained a lot of experience in both the U21 age group and the Open Division for her weight class. Fighting in the two Divisions she won two silver medals. Both Freddie and Sophie were selected by Karate Queensland to compete in the team Kumite events on Sunday. Although’ neither made the finals it was an honor to be selected: and both athletes gave their very best.

When asked what he had learnt from being selected Freddie said, “It taught me to take opportunities when they come.”

Both students train under Sensei Bryan Dukas, who said, “We are very lucky to have such dedicated students in our club. Sophie and Freddie train consistently, and their results at the National Titles reflect the commitment they have shown to their karate.” I am sure everyone at Noosa and across our sporting community wishes them both the very best in their martial arts careers.

Between the Flags.

This has sadly been a week of sorrow for the Old Boys of the Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club. Early in the week, we were informed of the passing of fellow Life Member John Jenkins. Affectionately known to his old mates as “Jerker,” he served as Club President from 1982 to 1990 and was well known for calling a spade a spade. In recognition of his service, which included the first ever Past Presidents and Life Members Dinner (which down through the years included guest speakers such as Dawn Fraser and Herb Elliot) he was made a Life Member in 1996.

In his private life, he also played a major role in the establishment of the Stockman’s Hall of Fame in Longreach. To Johns family, now living on the

Gold Coast, we pass on best wishers, and tell one and all, our doors are always open to the family of the mate, that we called “Jerker.”

Rugby League.

Pirates Rugby League Club secretary, Tim Burger reports that the Pirates celebrated Old Boys Day weekend in style, with strong results across the club. A fantastic turnout was added to the occasion, as generations of Pirates, returned to honor the club’s proud history.

The weekend kicked off with three home games at Cooroy. The U17 Girls battled hard against Gympie and were unlucky not to get more reward for their effort, eventually going down 224. The U15 Division1 Boys produced a dominate display, overpowering Gympie 42-4 with an impressive all-round performance.

The final game of the night, saw the U15 Division 1 Girls take on Kawana in a match worth double competition point, following an early washout. After a slow start, the girls found their rhythm and ran away with a 26-4 victory.

Away from home, the U16 Division 1 Boys travelled to Stanley River and were involved in a tight defensive contest, falling 10-0. On Saturday morning the U14 Boys made the trip to Kawana and came away with a strong convincing 22-8 win. However, there was also success on Old Boys Day, when Pirates junior U13 Division 2 Boys side, held their nerve in a thriller to defeat Maroochydore 26-24.

In their first Division 1 match, after promotion from Division 2, the U13 Girls, proved they belonged to the higher level with a 24-18 win over Caloundra. The U13 Division 1 Boys capped off the junior program in style, with a commanding

48-0 victory over Caboolture. In the senior grades, C grade was outstanding, powering to a 34-12 win over Beachmere. The U19 Men matched that effort with a polished 34-16 victory over Coolum, thus continuing their strong form.

Reserve Grade faced a quality side and despite a 38-12 loss, never stopped competing and showed plenty of determination throughout the contest. The highlight of the afternoon came in A Grade, when the Pirates held on in a fierce local derby to defeat Coolum 22-18.

The win not only secured two valuable competition points, but also ensured Richter- Cavanagh trophy remains proudly in Pirates Park. While the results were impressive, the day was about much more than football.

Before the kick-off, each senior team retired the No 13 Jersey in honor of Col Christensen, a true Pirate whose contribution to the club spanned decades. It was definitely a moving tribute and a powerful reminder of the people who helped build the Noosa Pirates, into the club it is today.

The weekend was a big thank you to the Pirates’ Family: old boys, supporters, sponsors, families and friends who returned to Pirates Park for the celebrations.

Special thanks also went to the club’s volunteers, whose behind-the-scenes efforts, from setting up, cooking the BBQ, working the canteen and bar, selling raffles, assisting with game-day operations and helping with the clean-up—made the day possible. Old Boys Day 2026 was a celebration of tradition, mate ship, community, and blue-and-gold pride.

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Riding the Portuguese wave

LIFE OF BRINE

PHIL JARRATT

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When I first surfed the Portuguese coast from Porto to Peniche in 1973, there was no surf culture to speak of, or if there had been, it had been exported to Africa to fight for the country’s last remaining colonial possessions.

In the port village of Peniche, in particular, where my travel buddy, Jamo and I spent a month or more, free-camping in a pup tent next to the rat-infested rock wall that protected the harbour, living on plastic bags full of undersized sardines the fishermen would throw to us from their boats as we staggered back to our campfire after demolishing plastic bottles of cheap, rough red in Madam Sirly’s waterfront bar, we were amazed at the lack of young men in the surf and in the streets.

When the Peniche soccer team played a home game, the same middle-aged fishermen who shared their sardines with us would waddle onto the field to shake hands with and play against a similar squad of old blokes from another village.

If the swell wasn’t getting into the corner next to the wall we’d hike up the beach to an A-frame lineup we knew only as the Sardine Factory, named (by us) for the slaughterhouse behind the dune which several times a day would release a river of blood into the ocean as the cutting tables were washed down. It wasn’t very pleasant, but we didn’t mind being shark bait as the stream held the channel in place and provided makeable peaks while we surfed alone. These days the sardine factory is long gone and that break is known around the world as Supertubos, home of the WSL Portugal Pro, and the bustling resort town of Peniche is the capital of surfing, with surf shops and surf schools everywhere.

I’ve been back to Portugal many times since and, like Bali, been pleased for the locals but selfishly mortified to see how surfing has grown. When we visited Nazare on that first trip we surfed the shore break in front of the beachfront summer fun fair, little realising that just around the cliffs to the north of town lurked a swell mag-

net now famous as the world’s biggest wave. Not that I would ever have been tempted to slide a 100-foot face, but these days I couldn’t do battle with the zipper barrels of Supertubos either, nor the crowds of excellent surfers who frequent it, so the gentle longboard runs of Porto

and Figuera de Foz, home of the fun-filled Gliding Barnacles festival, are more my style. Speaking of fun, one positive I have noted in the growth of surfing in Portugal is how strong the genuine stoke is across all ages and all levels of ability. To a lesser extent, this is true all over Europe’s beaches, but in Portugal it is off the Richter. Even in remote outposts of Portuguese surfing, like the beautiful Azores Islands, everyone in the lineup smiles and laughs before and after every wave. Or so it seems. Maybe they’re just polite to old farts on longboards.

Anyway, that’s the feeling that comes out so clearly in Tiago de Carvalho’s feature documentary, Australian Dream, which will close out next month’s Noosa International Surfilm Festival with a Sunday afternoon screening. Tiago’s film tells the endearing story of four relatively unknown surfers from the Costa da Caparica Surf Association (ASCC), whipped into a competitive frenzy by club president Miguel Gomes, whose greatest wish was to take a Portuguese team to the world’s biggest surfing teams event, the World Club Championships, held at Snapper Rocks.

The blurb for Australian Dream begins: “The director’s aim was to capture the team’s

whirlwind of emotions, eschewing the artificiality typical of most nowadays documentaries to forge an intimate connection among everyone involved. This fostered a sense of genuine, personal openness and allowed for an intense camera perspective throughout the psychological rollercoaster ride, that drives the film to its conclusion.”

Wow! I haven’t seen enough of it to comment, but I can testify, after a long phone call and a bunch of WhatsApp exchanges, that director Tiago is deeply entrenched in bringing a positive image of Portuguese surfing to the world, so much so that his next project is the complete history of surfing in his country, for which I am one of the interviewees.

This is indeed an honour, although I’m not sure how many of my river of blood stories will make the final cut.

Now I’m not going to do a spoiler alert here, but I will tell you that the team from Caparica put heart and soul into their historic first appearance for a European team at the Club Challenge last year, with a result that is nothing short of extraordinary. That makes it a film not to miss.

Full program and tickets are available at nisff. com.au.

AT HOME IN ‘THE POCKET’

PROPERTY MATTERS

ERLE LEVEY

THERE are so many special places in Noosathose that catch the sun rise over the ocean, that allow time to reflect by the river or be inspired by the strength of the mountains.

Then there is the peaceful tranquillity of filtered views through the trees of Laguna Bay, the vast beaches of the Noosa North Shore.

Yet there is a place that fits beautifully in between the sea, the sand and the passing parade of people in Hastings Street.

The Pocket at First Point is that quiet corner up against the boardwalk to the Noosa National Park. A broad expanse of sand, protected from the breezes yet with a glorious outlook.

Enjoying this aspect is Netanya Noosa, a beachfront resort that fairly well embodies the feeling of Hastings Street.

Just say the name Netanya, and people know what you are talking about. It’s one of those places where you can simply walk up from the sand to the restaurant.

Rebekah Offermann at Tom Offermann Real Estate is marketing a one-bedroom, onebathroom furnished beachfront apartment in Netanya - 314/71 Hastings St.

The top-floor apartment is in an amazing position, Rebekah said, with views absolutely sweeping from First Point to North Shore and all of Noosa Main Beach.

Set for auction on Saturday, 1 August, at 1pm, the apartment comes with its own private, rooftop terrace.

“There has just had a complete renovation,’’ Rebekah said. “Very modern and relaxed.

“The minimalistic contemporary style allows the view to be the focal point.

“It has great income. and been very popular. Our last two listings like this on the top floor sold fast and I expect this will too.’’

This is absolute front-row of Noosa Main Beach, with beautiful natural light filling the living space and alfresco terrace looking over the bay.

Soft, neutral tones create a calming backdrop allowing other bespoke design elements to shine.

A two-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car apartment 4/7-11 James St, Noosaville, is for sale at offers over $1.20m considered. (564548)

Elements such as a custom American oak and plush leather furniture, natural stone coffee and side tables, designer wall sconces, and a cinematic-sized Frame TV.

Mirrors reflect the magic of outdoors on the terrace with its white leisure furniture, while those picture-perfect northerly views are amplified on the rooftop terrace. Up here, there is the barbecue and meals area, dining and sun-lounging terrace, and dreamy outdoor rainfall shower.

The designer kitchen features Taj Mahal quartzite tops, and American oak cabinetry including a breakfast/dining bar with a view.

Fully integrated appliances include underbench freezer, cool drawer, dish drawer, induction cooktop, combo micro/convection oven, and an all-in-one Zip tap.

The king-size bedroom has custom, floating American oak side tables that feature designer dark brass dimmable lamps - and there’s a designer open robe and Frame TV.

The fully tiled ensuite boasts light streaming from the custom skylight, a walk-in shower, an expansive Taj Mahal quartzite benchtop with

two-bathroom,

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American oak cabinetry, and beautiful brushed brass tapware.

Fully renovated, with everything newly built from scratch, there is ducted air-conditioning throughout, ceiling fans in the bedroom and living areas, and high-end Zetr electrical fittings.

“This is an outstanding investment opportunity,’’ Rebekah said. “Apartments of this calibre commanding such presence in five-star Netanya, seldom come to market.

“Not surprising given the outstanding rental returns really are second-to-none.’’

ORIGINAL BEACH HOUSE

Set for auction on Saturday, 25 July, is an original 1970s beach house in Little Cove at Noosa Heads.

Rebekah Offermann is taking the threebedroom, two-bathroom house at 2 Allambi Rise to the market at 2pm on the day.

Built in 1970 and designed by renowned award-winning, foundational modernist Brisbane architect Robert Froud, it sits on a 685sq m corner block.

“Allambi is a gem,’’ Rebekah said. “It’s been receiving good feedback.

“The endorsement of the site/location by Froud is well appreciated.’’

Indeed, it was selected and built at a time when the site would have chosen itself due to its aspect and elevation.

HIGHLY-COMPETITIVE BIDDING

Hinternoosa’s Jeanette Catalano has done it again - another auction and another sale under the hammer.

This time it was the three-bedroom, onebathroom, two-car house at 6 Wattle St, Cooroy.

On 1087sq m, Jeanette and Mario Catalano saw about 40 people cram into the lounge/ dining area due to the weather on the Friday afternoon.

Auctioneer Gordon Macdonald had two registered bidders to work with - both local. There was also conditional interest waiting in the wings.

A start at $850,000 was followed by very competitive bidding - 54 bids in fact - which rates as some sort of record in the 30-something years I’ve been reporting on auctions.

“They were playing a very tactical game,’’ Jeanette said. “The last bid saw negotiations to $1.040m, where it sold under the hammer.

“It’s a top spot, with an easy walk to town. It was a 1960s build and the neighbour knew the history. ‘’

WIDE MOUNTAIN VIEWS

A charming western red cedar home on 2.78ha with striking views of Mt Cooroora has been listed by Jeanette Catalano as a forthcoming auction.

The five-bedroom, one-bathroom house at 45 Beechtree Rd, Black Mountain, comes with wraparound verandahs and studio.

The property features two spring-fed dams, and a 6m by 9m shed.

Tightly held for the past 32 years, the homestead has recently undergone a comprehensive upgrade while embracing the quintessential Queensland lifestyle.

PEACEFUL HOLIDAY HAVEN

North facing, a two-bedroom, two-bathroom, onecar Noosaville apartment is a beautiful suntrap in winter.

Melanie Butcher and Anne Powell at Laguna Real Estate are marketing 4/7-11 James St at offers over $1.20m considered.

“It’s in a quiet part of the complex and one flight of stairs up,’’ Melanie said. “It captures lots of beautiful sunshine.’’

Set in the popular and tightly-held Montpellier Boutique Resort, there are enclosed private grounds on a beautiful tree-lined street.

The luxury, well-managed resort offers a peaceful haven, yet only 100 metres from the water’s edge of the Noosa River.

This holiday apartment with security car-parking, is beautifully furnished and fully equipped.

Immaculate in its presentation and light-filled, the apartment comes with air-conditioning and ceiling fans

Full-width sliding doors open onto a spacious balcony, overlooking the central tropical gardens and the heated resort pool.

There is a separate hot spa pool, a paddling pool, and a large main swimming area.

SATURDAY, 25 July

Noosa Heads

• 2 Allambi Rise: 3bed, 2bath, 2car house on 685sq m, 2pm, Rebekah Offermann 0413 044 241 Tom Offermann Real Estate Tewantin

• 47 Beckmans Rd: 5bed, 5bath, 2car house, pool, on 0.81ha, 12pm, Peter TeWhata 0423 972 034 Tom Offermann Real Estate

SUNDAY, 26 July

Noosa Heads

• 4 Mitti St: 3bed, 2bath, 1car house on 702sq m, 11am, James Callianiotis 0418 794 970 Realcorp.

A two-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car apartment 4/7-11 James St, Noosaville, is for sale at offers over $1.20m considered. (564548)

A one-bedroom, one-bathroom furnished beachfront apartment 314/71 Hastings St, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Saturday, 1 August, at 1pm. (564548)

A two-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car apartment 4/7-11 James St, Noosaville, is for sale at offers over $1.20m considered. (564548)

A one-bedroom, one-bathroom furnished beachfront apartment 314/71 Hastings St, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Saturday, 1 August, at 1pm. (564548)

A one-bedroom, one-bathroom furnished beachfront apartment 314/71 Hastings St, Noosa Heads, goes to auction Saturday, 1 August, at 1pm. (564548)

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RebekahOffermann 0413044241 rebekah@offermann.com.au

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EnvisageNirvanaisundeniablefront row splendour, aplace inthesunnycornerofthe worldthatisboth playgroundand asanctuary, atrophyaddressatthe endofHastingsStreet,andseveralstepsfromNoosa MainBeach.NestledintothegreeneryoftheNoosa National Parkhillside,it’salsoblessedwithnature’s paradisiacal canvasacrossLagunaBaytoNoosaRiver stretchingbeyond to theHinterland,albeit filtered by

rainforesttrees.Draw in adeepbreath,baskinsoft breezesandclaim aseatinthespa,bubblesinhand, to enjoysundownersastheorangeandpinkorbsinks behind Mt Tinbeerwahand MtCooroy.Whatarare opportunitytoenjoyparadisefromonhighbefore yourcuriosityandsenseofadventure drawyouinto theheartoftheactiononHastingsStreet

Auction

Friday21August11.00am

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Agent

JulieBengtsson 0418980247 julie@offermann.com.au

61 SEAVIEWTERR ACE, SUNSHINEBEACH

Commanding acovetedpositionon exclusive SeaviewTerrace,this exceptional residencecaptures breathtaking180-degreeoceanviewsandthe very essenceofSunshineBeachluxury.Spanningthreelevels andserviced by aprivatelift,thehomeshowcasesa refinedpalette of Frenchoak, cedar, copperand stone, with wallsofglassframingendlessbluehorizons.Living spaces flow effortlesslytoocean-facingterraces,while

thegourmet kitchen,wine cellar,saunaand stunning 11mlappoolelevateeverydayliving.Designedforboth grand-scaleentertainingand relaxed coastalliving,the residenceoffersexceptionalprivacy,seamlessindooroutdoorconnectionand alevelofcraftsmanship rarely seeninsuch aprizedbeachsidesetting.Justmoments fromthesand,SunshineBeachVillage,thesurfcluband NoosaNational Park,thisis coastallivingatits finest

Price $13.49M View

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Agent Tim McSweeney 0411122331 tim@offermann.com.au

UNRIVALLED LUXURY AND PANORAMIC VIEWS

SEEING is believing. Look out across a vast coastal playground, with the Coral Sea and beaches stretching south along the coast to the left; in front, Lake Weyba and its waterways reach out to the Blackall Range and the lush Noosa hinterland; and sweeping right in a northerly direction, the Noosa River winds its way to the coast. That’s well in excess of 180 degrees of uninterrupted outlook. These views, quite simply, may be the finest on Noosa Hill.

What a way to live. Drink in those spectacular sights, absorb the drama of sunset, and feel the cooling summer breezes drift through, all without leaving your favourite spot on the wrap-around terraces that wind around the entire upper level of this substantial residence.

The entire upper floor is devoted to penthouse-style living, an over-generous, lightfilled space where walls of glass and clever design capture every beam of natural light and every cooling breeze. Kitchen, dining and living flow together effortlessly before opening out onto those terraces, offering endless options for entertaining, whatever the mood or number of guests. An ensuited primary bedroom and separate powder room complete the accommodation on this level, while a dedicated home office and a swimming pool round out this top-floor retreat, so there’s little reason to ever leave.

Lift access connects every level of this thoughtfully designed home. The mid-level houses three bedrooms, a gymnasium, dedicated wellness space, separate lounge and a large balcony for entertaining.

Architecturally designed and built to exacting standards, recent renovations mean the home presents like new.

Considered details include advanced whole-home water filtration, smart-home functionality, significant solar capacity and new battery storage, all combining to make this an incredibly low-maintenance, safe lock-upand-leave residence.

“This residence and location on Noosa Hill are second to none,” Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Adam Offermann explains. “The engineering alone tells you everything about the calibre of construction, and views like these can’t be built out. It’s an extraordinarily rare opportunity to secure one of Noosa’s finest properties.

“Positioned within a quiet cul-de-sac, yet only moments from Noosa Junction’s cafés, bars, boutiques, cinema and supermarkets, the lifestyle offering is second to none. Hastings Street, Noosa Main Beach, Sunshine Beach, the Noosa National Park and the

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Surfing Reserve are all just five minutes away.”

“Homes of this calibre rarely come to market on Noosa Hill,” says Tom Offermann. “It’s a residence that speaks for itself.”

Facts & Features:

• Land Area: 779m²

• House Area: 506m² internal + 243m² covered/uncovered decks

• About: architecturally designed and built to exacting standards, with over 1,300 tonnes of concrete, plus glass and luxury features throughout; recent renovations; lift access to all levels; top-floor penthouse living with open-plan kitchen, dining, entertaining spaces, home office and swimming pool; mid-level gymnasium and wellness space; 4 bedrooms, study, 4 bathrooms; sundrenched interiors designed for natural light, warmth and coastal breezes year-round

• Wellness: swimming pool (top level), gymnasium and wellness space (mid level), advanced whole-home water filtration

• Technology: advanced smart-home functionality; significant solar capacity and battery storage (all near new)

• External: wrap-around terraces with well in excess of 180-degree panoramic coastal and hinterland views; internal parking for 2 plus 2 exterior car parks; direct access to Noosa National Park

• Location: quiet cul-de-sac; 5 minutes to Hastings Street, Noosa Main Beach, Sunshine Beach and Noosa National Park’s Surfing Reserve; moments to Noosa Junction’s cafes, bars, boutiques, cinema and supermarkets

Address: 11 Mainsails Square, NOOSA HEADS Price: $6.95M Inspect: Saturday 11-11.30am

Description: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 garage

Contact: ADAM OFFERMANN 0475 804 467, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

ONE OF THE FINEST LAND OFFERINGS

THERE are properties you sell. And then there are properties that leave a mark on you.

39–41 Picture Point Crescent is the latter, and in over three decades of selling prestige Noosa properties, we say that with complete conviction. This is one of the most extraordinary land offerings our company has ever had the privilege to bring to market.

Perched high on Noosa’s picturesque northfacing escarpment, this prime parcel sits like a private opera box above one of Australia’s most celebrated coastal towns. The address Picture Point is no accident. It is named for exactly what you see from here: the azure sweep of Laguna Bay, the glittering nightlights of Hastings Street far below, and sunsets that dissolve slowly over

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the Noosa River. It is a panorama that is, quite simply, untouchable.

With a generous 12-metre height limit and commanding, uninterrupted ocean and hinterland views, this is a canvas purpose-built for an architectural masterpiece. Hastings Street and Noosa Main Beach sit just 500 metres away, close enough to walk to, far enough above to feel entirely removed.

What sets this offering apart beyond the land itself is the remarkable development head start it provides. Several exquisite house plans have already been curated and formally approved for the site, each one conceived specifically for this position and aspect, with extensive scope for modification and personalisation. For the new owner, this represents a potential saving of one

to two years of planning, meaning the cocktails by the pool, overlooking the heart of Noosa, could come sooner than you think.

Additionally, a subdivision approval is in place, creating two exceptional super-lots, each available for individual purchase, and each with its own house plan options ready to go.

Whether you build Noosa’s next landmark home, secure one remarkable super-lot, or realise the full potential of the entire holding, what awaits here is more than land. It is a legacy, an emblem of prestige, privacy, and endless possibility at one of Noosa’s most privileged addresses.

Opportunities of this calibre do not wait. Contact us to arrange your private inspection of the land and design options.

Address: 39-41 Picture Point Crescent, NOOSA HEADS Price: Contact Agent Inspect: Contact Agent

Contact: Tom Offermann 0412 711 888 and Rebekah Offermann 0413 044 241, TOM OFFERMANN

ABSOLUTE BEACHFRONT; UNEQUALLED VIEWS

PICTURE the world beyond, a barefoot extravagance on the absolute beachfront, mere footsteps to the white sand pearlescence, is the ultimate prize.

There’s something powerful about the sight and sound of water, and here it’s on full show with starring roles. Imagine swimming in a swell of natural charms - turquoise Coral Sea, endless bright blue skies, with sweeping 180-degree magical views.

Poised perfectly, the shore side of paradise with a coveted exclusive address, exhibits a considered yet exuberance design. Come inside. Be overwhelmed how the luminous quality of the ocean is matched by the interior as fresh and exhilarating as an early morning swim. It’s vivacious, effortlessly cool yet quintessentially mid-century modern as tomorrow, with voluminous double height spaces that form the heart of the residence with commensurate everything, stretching across two levels, all bathed in washes of natural light.

Looking from the entrance foyer with its candelabra-like balls of light and monumentally high glass walls and doors, it appears to mimic alfresco, totter on the azure horizon pool, and meld into the Coral Sea, with ever-changing visual tableaux, a remarkable back drop.

The award-winning design by Paul Clout, celebrates the absolute joy of living by the beach in over-generous avantgarde spaces. Walls disappear inviting natural light indoors from the terraces to shadow dance over American oak floors throughout the vast openplan living spaces on both levels. A statuary marble feature wall on the upper level has a massive integrated fireplace.

There’s a more casual air to the other living space. It coalesces in an exuberant fashion with

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the good life alfresco, spilling to undercover and sun terraces where there’s a luminescent wet-edge pool, spa and a seemingly floating day bed.

Naturally the 180-degree ocean and beach views are sensational, however from the rooftop terrace, the panorama is even wider, extending from Lions Head in the Noosa National Park to Mooloolaba, and beyond. Or if you prefer, grab the kids, dogs and surfboard, make a beeline for the private gate and the often-deserted beach.

Entertaining options are numerous and is a breeze whatever the reason or season especially with an immense artfully-designed galley kitchen. It has marble-topped whitebright cabinetry with American oak doors and panels, including the lengthy island/breakfast bar. Premium appliances including the butler’s pantry, are integrated.

The premier suite retreat with expansive

terrace and those 5-star views, is not only substantial but puts the luxe into deluxe with an oval bath taking pride of place in the open bathroom. Its next to the double shower and nearby walk-in robe which will suit the most fastidious fashionista.

On the entry level are three sizeable suites and three bathrooms. One has an ensuite with bathtub, two have access to the pool terrace and one has a kitchenette, suggesting a cuppa on the terrace as the sun rises. There is also a gym, study and laundry on this level.

Its not surprising properties in the exclusive and secure Beaches Estate are so tightly held comments Tom Offermann Real Estate marketing agent Cameron Urquhart. There are only eight properties, and discerning purchasers are seeking world class luxury on absolute beachfront, without compromising on design, such as this 2018 HIA Sunshine Coast House of the Year. Enjoy everything this exclusive address has to offer just a short drive from Hastings Street, Main Beach and the internationally recognized Noosa National Park and World Surfing Reserve.

Address: 2/56 David Low Way, SUNRISE BEACH Description: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: Contact Agent Inspect: Contact Agent

Contact: Cameron Urquhart 0411 757 570, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

“There’s simply nothing like living or investing in the privileged and private front row. Enough to make you sigh.”

Inside Intel:

• Land Area: 818m2

• Beach Frontage: 24m

• Internal/External Areas approx: 384m2/103m2 incl rooftop terrace 5.1mx5.5m via spiral staircase

• Pool/Terraces: 5.1mx3.5m + spa, ‘floating’ day bed, undercover & sun terraces + firepit

• Award: Sunshine Coast Home of the Year 2018 Paul Clout Design

• Features: entry w 3.6m high glass doors; walls 6m high; floors; American Oak + stone; only technologically innovative, custom-built features & high-end finishes used

• Living Areas: upper level sep dining & living w Statuary marble feature wall w integrated fireplace; opens to u/c terrace w outdoor kitchen/BBQ; entry level w custom feature wall for TV, wine fridges etc

• Kitchen: galley w lengthy island/breakfast bar; WIP w fridge & dishwasher Statuary marble + combo white 2-pac w American oak doors and panels; appliances integrated

• Bedrooms: upper level premier suite retreat w u/c terrace the width; mega WIR; entry level 3 beds w BIRs & 2 w u/c terrace & pool; 1 w ensuite & bath + kitchenette; 2 w a bathroom; study w custom cabinetry; sep bathroom

• Extras: keyless security; ducted aircon + fans; 2-car oversized garage w storage & internal entry; dedicated gym w sep entry; laundry fully equipped incl linen store

• About Beaches Noosa: exclusive gated estate of 8 properties; 6 mins drive Noosa Heads including Hastings Street, Main Beach & Noosa National Park

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MODERN COASTAL LIVING AWAITS

SECLUDED from the streetscape, this home sits mere footsteps from Noosa Junction and is waiting for you to explore. Extensively renovated to a modern coastal feel and with additional, secure off-street parking, it is move-in-ready.

Ascend the stairs to the main body of the home where you arrive at the open plan kitchen/living/dining area which spills onto an undercover entertaining area, adjacent to the heated, private pool and faux grass, easy maintenance rear yard that’s private and quiet.

The kitchen is a cook’s dream, Micro Cement bench tops, large gas stovetop, 900mm oven, butler’s pantry, built in dishwasher all par for the course in today’s world. Its position allows you to engage whilst prepping meals, with the dining table nearby and line-of-sight to the pool another bonus.

Ducted air conditioning throughout the property is a welcome addition with considered placement of sky lights bringing further light into the home.

The entry to outside is via glass stackers, mature plantings at the perimeter creating a private sanctuary, yet so close to the bustle of Noosa Junction – morning coffee, tick; a quick bowl of noodles after a busy day, tick; a piece of fish or steak on the way home to cook in the beautiful kitchen, tick. It’s all at your fingertips.

The primary suite gives you space to luxuriate - walk in robe, fabulous ensuite with micro cement walls, huge shower with both rain shower and handheld, twin vanities. The real winner is the spa bath, positioned strategically behind louvres, which can be tilted for airflow whilst maintaining privacy. Deep, private and oh, those bubbles!

The remaining three bedrooms are all adjacent to each other with the shared bathroom utilising the same quality finishes as the primary ensuite, including micro cement also.

Downstairs are two recreation areas, which are independent from one another and have direct access. The double garage features internal access and there is additional off-street parking behind the secure electric gate and a separate pedestrian gate.

“What I love most about this home is the balance it strikes between privacy and convenience. It’s tucked away from the

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street, beautifully renovated and just a short walk to Noosa Junction, making it easy to enjoy everything Noosa has to offer without compromising on peace and quiet,” said Kate Cox of Reed & Co. Estate Agents.

• Walk to everything, just steps to Noosa Junction

• Short 20 Minute stroll to Hastings Street and Main Beach

• Extensively renovated with Micro cement walls throughout

• Private but with great proximity

• Ducted air conditioning throughout

• Easy maintenance external

• Indoor/outdoor heated pool

• Additional secure, off-street parking

• Internal access from double garage

• Versatile recreation spaces downstairs

• Solar

6 Berrima Row has been extensively renovated and is move-in ready, in a great location only steps to Noosa Junction, and a 20-minute stroll to Noosa Main beach, this could be your next home.

25 Nairana Rest, Noosa Heads

FOR SALE: BUYERS GUIDE $3,350,000

Elevated high on the coveted ridgeline of the quiet cul de sac end of Nairana Rest, this private sanctuary captures sweeping vistas across the Noosa Hinterland, delivering a lifestyle defined by tranquillity, outlook, and effortless indoor-outdoor living.

Positioned on the high side of the street, the home enjoys elevation which provides privacy but also invites cooling breezes and ever-changing hinterland panoramas.

Whether as a permanent residence or an enviable coastal escape, this is a home that captures the essence of Noosa livingelevated and private.

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Saturday 25th July at 12:30 PM - 1 PM

Wednesday 29th July at 10 AM - 10:30 AM

Kate Cox 0438 695 505

4 Janet Street, Noosaville

FOR SALE: BUYERS GUIDE $4,750,000

This renovated river home, one block from Noosa River, blends privacy with effortless indoor-outdoor living.

A lush subtropical garden leads to light-filled open-plan spaces with timber floors, skylights and breezes throughout. Bi-fold doors open to a north-facing entertaining area with pool, pergola and pizza oven. The designer kitchen features premium appliances and stone finishes. Four spacious bedrooms include a luxurious master retreat.

With multiple outdoor zones, solar, ducted air and a superb location near Gympie Terrace, this is exceptional Noosaville living.

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Kate Cox 0438 695 505

4 MITTI ST NOOSA HEADS

Auction Sunday 26th July 11am

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. 4 Mitti Street

Auction: Sunday 26th July 11am

James Callianiotis 0418 794 970 noosarealestate.xyz

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HIDDEN SERENITY IN THE HEART OF LITTLE COVE

POSITIONED within one of Noosa’s most tightly held and prestigious enclaves, this architecturally designed residence delivers an extraordinarily rare lifestyle where beach, nature and village convenience exist in complete harmony.

Tucked away within exclusive Little Cove, the home offers the unique ability to walk everywhere — from morning swims at the beach and coffee on Hastings Street to the worldrenowned coastal trails of Noosa National Park — while still feeling entirely private, peaceful and removed from the world beyond its gates.

From the moment you arrive, there is an immediate sense of calm. Thoughtfully designed to create both emotional warmth and architectural impact, the residence unfolds through beautifully layered living spaces, hidden design details and seamless indoor-outdoor integration.

Natural textures, soft natural light and carefully framed green outlooks create an atmosphere that feels sophisticated yet deeply comfortable — a home designed not simply to impress, but to be genuinely lived in and enjoyed.

The main living level forms the social heart of the residence, where expansive open-plan living, dining and kitchen spaces connect effortlessly to alfresco entertaining areas, tranquil gardens and the resort-inspired pool. Adding another dimension to the home is the striking upper-level retreat, connected via a sculptural curved staircase.

Currently configured as a private lounge alongside adjoining office or guest accommodation spaces, this level has been intentionally designed to evolve with changing lifestyle needs — whether transformed into a luxurious future master retreat, executive workspace or additional accommodation for family and guests.

Designed with wellness and lifestyle at its core, the home embraces a level of everyday luxury rarely found within residential property. The heated magnesium ozone mineral lap pool with integrated jets creates a private resort atmosphere, complemented by a dedicated wellness zone featuring an infrared, red light and hot coal sauna alongside a hydrogen hot and cold plunge dedicated to recovery, relaxation and wellbeing.

Every detail throughout the residence reflects an uncompromising commitment to quality and longevity. Premium finishes include limestone fluted stonework, Naccarado quartzite benchtops, Astra Walker Eco Brass tapware and Accoya timber cladding inspired by the iconic Noosa Boardwalk aesthetic.

Advanced technology and environmental consideration have also been seamlessly integrated, including a full Control4 home automation system, Circadian lighting by TallTech supporting natural sleep cycles, wholehome water filtration and premium Miele and Asko appliance packages.

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Despite its incredibly central position, the home remains remarkably quiet and serene — a hidden sanctuary immersed within one of Australia’s most coveted coastal settings.

“Properties offering this level of privacy, walkability and architectural quality within Little Cove are exceptionally rare,” comments James Callianiotis of RealCorp.

“It’s a home that delivers an incredible balance between connection to Noosa’s lifestyle and complete serenity, while offering a level of wellness and design sophistication rarely seen in the local market.”

Little Cove remains one of Noosa’s most

exclusive addresses, prized for its unique ability to combine walkability, privacy and natural beauty in a way few locations can replicate.

This is a rare opportunity to secure an architectural sanctuary where lifestyle, wellness and timeless coastal luxury come together effortlessly.

At a Glance:

• Prestigious Little Cove position moments from beach, Hastings Street and Noosa National Park

• Architecturally designed residence with exceptional privacy and warmth

• Flexible floorplan suited to families, profes-

Address: 6 Mitti Street, Little Cove, NOOSA HEADS Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage

Contact: James Callianiotis, REALCORP INTERNATIONAL 0418 794 970

sionals or multi-generational living

• Heated magnesium ozone mineral lap pool with integrated jets

• Infrared, red light and hot coal sauna with hydrogen hot/cold plunge

• Full Control4 home automation system

• Circadian lighting system by TallTech

• Premium Miele and Asko appliance package

• Limestone fluted stonework, Naccarado quartzite and Astra Walker Eco Brass finishes

• Accoya timber cladding inspired by the Noosa Boardwalk

• Rare walk-everywhere lifestyle within one of Noosa’s most tightly held enclaves

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LANDMARK RESIDENCE, ARCHITECTURAL PRESTIGE

A statement of exceptional luxury and timeless sophistication, this extraordinary five-bedroom (or 4 bedroom with office), threebathroom residence has been meticulously transformed into one of Noosa Heads’ finest homes. Originally designed by renowned local architect Tim Ditchfield and reimagined to an uncompromising standard, every space showcases remarkable craftsmanship, bespoke finishes and an unwavering commitment to quality. Grand in scale yet effortlessly welcoming, the home delivers an outstanding balance of elegance, comfort and refined liveability.

Serviced by a private Italian lift across all levels, the residence has been thoughtfully designed to offer exceptional versatility for both family living and entertaining. A selection of beautifully appointed living spaces includes an elegant lounge centred around a Jetmaster fireplace, a lavish media room, a bespoke home office, dedicated wine room and an oversized double garage. Throughout the home, premium finishes and meticulous attention to detail create a sense of understated opulence.

At the heart of the home, the spectacular

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Address: 1 Banksia Avenue, NOOSA HEADS

Description: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage

designer kitchen is a true showpiece.

Appointed with exquisite Taj Mahal natural stone benchtops and splashback, it features an enviable suite of Wolf, Sub-Zero and Miele appliances, including three dishwashers, twin wall ovens, a gas cooktop and a spacious butler’s pantry complete with a Zip

Price: Contact Agent Inspect: Saturday 12-12:30pm

Contact: ADAM WATTS 0410 512 364 and RIKKI ROBERTS 0439 632 922, WATTS PROPERTY GROUP

tap, additional sink and In-Sink-Erator. The expansive open-plan kitchen, dining and living spaces flow effortlessly to a covered alfresco terrace overlooking the sparkling magnesium pool, creating a private resort-style setting for year-round entertaining.

The accommodation has been thoughtfully configured to provide both comfort and flexibility. Two generous guest bedrooms are serviced by a beautifully appointed bathroom, while the luxurious upper level is dedicated to private family living. The lavish master retreat features dual walk-in wardrobes, a designer ensuite with a freestanding bath and a private balcony. A second master-style suite also enjoys a walk-in wardrobe, ensuite and private balcony, making it ideal for guests or extended family.

Set on a generous 935m² allotment, the property offers an exceptional balance of privacy, space and convenience, just moments from Hastings Street, Main Beach, Noosa Junction and an outstanding selection of restaurants, boutiques and cafés.

Completing this remarkable residence is an impressive list of premium inclusions, including zoned Daikin ducted air conditioning, a 26kW solar system with 50kW battery storage, premium security with cameras and intercom, high-speed NBN, new windows, doors and flooring, professionally landscaped gardens and the stunning magnesium pool.

ColliersisproudtopresenttheNoosaCinemaCentre at29SunshineBeach Road,NoosaHeads,tothemarketforthefirsttimeasasingleoffering. Comprisinga rare amalgamationof12lotsintheheartofNoosaJunction,the landmarkassetisanchored by nationalcinemaoperatorBCCCinemas,backed by ASX-listedEventLimited(ASX:EVT),withamarketcapofapproximately$2.11 billion.

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CINEMA COMPLEX OFFERED TO MARKET

COLLIERS is pleased to announce the sale of the iconic Noosa Cinema Complex at 29 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Heads, one of the most substantial commercial property offerings to come to market in Noosa Heads in recent years.

The property is being offered in one line for the first time, presenting investors with a rare opportunity to acquire a significant freeholdstyle holding in the heart of Noosa Junction.

Comprising 12 strata-titled lots across a prominent 2,475sqm site with a combined 3,086sqm net lettable area, the asset is anchored by the region’s only cinema complex within a 40-kilometre radius and occupies one of Noosa Junction’s most strategic positions.

The property generates an estimated fully leased net income of $1.685 million per annum and is supported by a 4.2-year WALE, underpinned by a long-term lease to Birch Carroll & Coyle Limited, part of ASX-listed Event Hospitality & Entertainment with a market cap of approximately $2.11 billion.

The cinema complex has serviced the Noosa community since 1985 and remains a key entertainment destination for both locals and visitors.

Beyond its secure income profile, the

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asset offers significant repositioning and redevelopment potential, featuring an expansive 60-metre frontage to Sunshine Beach Road and an underutilised forecourt area.

Located within Noosa Junction’s thriving retail, dining and entertainment precinct, the property benefits from immediate access to major public transport infrastructure and a

Address: 29 Sunshine Beach Road, NOOSA HEADS Price: Purchase closing Thursday 6 August 2026 at 4:00pm Inspect: Contact Agent

Contact: Reff Sykes 0450 005 340, Nick Dowling 0419 726 705, Jesse Howitt 0468 495 640, COLLIERS

neighbouring public car park with over 240 spaces. The location is less than five minutes from Hastings Street and Noosa Main Beach.

The tenancy mix includes a combination of national and established local operators across retail, hospitality, health and professional services, further enhancing the property’s income diversity and long-term appeal.

Colliers agents Nick Dowling, Reff Sykes and Jesse Howitt are managing the campaign.

Nick Dowling of Colliers said: “Opportunities of this scale and profile rarely become available in Noosa Heads. The property combines secure income from a nationally recognised entertainment operator with significant future value-add potential, making it one of the most compelling investment opportunities currently available on the Sunshine Coast.”

29 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Heads is being offered for sale by Offers to Purchase closing Thursday 6 August 2026 at 4:00pm.

For further information contact:

Reff Sykes

• 0450 005 340

Nick Dowling

• 0419 726 705

Jesse Howitt

• 0468 495 640

BlackMountain

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11.15AM -11.45AM 154/61NoosaSpringsDrive 322 CONTACTAGENT Prestige PropertyGroupNoosa0415558656

11.30AM -12.00PM 6Berrima Row4 34 BuyersGuide$3,300,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

11.30AM -12.00PM 110/1EdgarBennettAvenue 221 OffersOver$1,349,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0419491448

12.00PM -12.30PM 2SmokeBushDrive 434 GUIDE$2.275-$2.295M Prestige PropertyGroupNoosa0415558656

12.00PM -1.00PM515/61NoosaSpringsDrive 442 $5,250,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0418714 653

12.00PM -12.30PM1A &2A/16SafariStreet 322 ContactAgentTomOffermann RealEstate0409685211

12.00PM -12.30PM314/71HastingsStreet 11 -AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0413044241

12.00PM -12.30PM 14BWyandraStreet 432 $3,000,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0414367282

12.00PM -12.30PM 1Banksia Avenue 532 ContactAgentWatts PropertyGroup0410512 364

12.15PM -12.45PM 16 LeslieDrive 21 -OffersOver$1,249,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0419491448

OPENHOMES

12.30PM -1.00PM25NairanaRest 432 BuyersGuide$3,350,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505 1.00PM -1.30PM34ArkanaDrive 432 SubmitOffersWatts PropertyGroup0410512 364 1.30PM -2.00PM 2AllambiRise 322 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0413044241 1.30PM -2.00PM 15 SpringsCrescent 552 BuyersGuide$5,200,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505 2.00PM -2.30PM

Sunday26thJuly 10.00AM -11.30AM 4MittiStreet 322 AuctionRealcorpInternational0418794970 12.00PM -12.30PM 6MittiStreet 422 Offers over$10.5M RealcorpInternational0418794970 12.30PM -1.00PM 11 KareelaAvenue 422 CallAgent RealcorpInternational0418794970

Wednesday29thJuly

10.00AM -10.30AM25NairanaRest 432 BuyersGuide$3,350,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505 11.00AM -11.30AM7/1MorwongDrive 321 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0418980247 12.00PM -12.30PM314/71HastingsStreet 11 -AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0413044241

Thursday30thJuly 1.00PM -1.30PM26/6QuambyPlace 111

Noosaville

Saturday25thJuly 9.00AM -9.30AM19SternlightStreet 422 $2,300,000TomOffermann RealEstate0423972034 9.30AM -10.00AM 15 LaburnumCrescent 532 ByNegotiationReed &Co.EstateAgents0409446955 10.00AM -10.30AM 3ColleyLane 422 Offers over$1,749,000 Hinternoosa0404344399 10.00AM -10.30AM34NeptuneCircuit4 32 AuctionOnSiteLaguna RealEstate0407379893 10.30AM -11.00AM 4JanetStreet 422 BuyersGuide$4,750,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505 11.00AM -11.30AM3/229-231GympieTerrace 32+2 $3,795,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893 11.00AM -11.30AM41 WyunaDrive 432 ByNegotiationReed &Co.EstateAgents0409446955 11.15AM -11.45AM 1RegattaCircuit 533 ExpressionsofInterest Reed &Co.EstateAgents0433641 158 12.00PM -12.30PM 17/67Gibson Road 321 $2,200,000Laguna RealEstate0419332973 12.00PM -12.30PM3/8PortsideCourt3 21 $2,700,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893 12.00PM -12.30PM 17 RaniCircuit 422 Offers Over$2,600,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0433641 158 12.00PM -12.30PM30 RegattaCircuit 422 $2,250,000TomOffermann RealEstate0418980247

Tuesday28thJuly

1.00PM -1.30PM 17/67Gibson Road 321 $2,200,000Laguna RealEstate0419332973

Wednesday29thJuly

11.00AM -11.30AM3/229-231GympieTerrace 32+2 $3,795,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893 12.00PM -12.30PM34NeptuneCircuit4 32 AuctionOnSiteLaguna RealEstate0407379893

NoosaWaters

Saturday25thJuly

10.15AM -10.45AM 13TheAnchorage 432 ByNegotiationReed &Co.EstateAgents0409446955 11.45AM -12.15PM25The Promontory4 42 ByNegotiationReed &Co.EstateAgents0409446955 12.30PM -1.00PM5/17 SunseekerClose3 22 PriceGuide$2,500,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0409446955

PeregianBeach

Saturday25thJuly

9.00AM -9.30AM24LorikeetDrive 322 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0412672375 12.00PM -12.30PM 10 PavoniaStreet 322 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0413319 879 2.00PM -2.30PM338DavidLow Way4 21 ContactAgent WattsPropertyGroup0410512 364 Wednesday29thJuly 12.00PM -12.30PM 10 PavoniaStreet 322 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0413319 879

PeregianSprings

Saturday25thJuly 1.00PM -1.30PM 5LacewoodCourt5 3.52 BY NEGOTIATION PrestigePropertyGroupNoosa0415558656

Pomona

Saturday25thJuly

9.00AM -9.30AM5

Ridgewood

Saturday25thJuly 10.30AM -11.00AM 1414 CooroyBelliCreek Road 423 Offers Over$1,549,000Hinternoosa0449921662 2.00PM -2.30PM315Top Forestry Road 324 Offers over$1,495,000Hinternoosa0415111 370

SunriseBeach

Saturday25thJuly

8.45AM -9.15AM33TingiraCrescent 321 HIGH $2MILLIONS Prestige PropertyGroupNoosa0415558656

10.00AM -10.30AM 5TwilightStreet 432 ContactAgentWatts PropertyGroup0410512 364

10.00AM -10.30AM39NetherbyRise 311 $2,150,000

TomOffermann RealEstate0409685211

10.30AM -11.00AM28/75David LowWay 211 BuyersGuide$1,050,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0424610414

11.00AM -11.30AM93OrientDrive 532 ContactAgentWatts PropertyGroup0413582670

1.00PM-1.30PM SunriseMews| 9/2OreallaCrescent 321 PRICEGUIDE:$1,700,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0414554214

Wednesday29thJuly

12.00PM -12.30PM93OrientDrive5 32 ContactAgentWatts PropertyGroup0413582670

SunshineBeach

Friday24thJuly

4.00PM -4.30PM 2ElandaStreet 322 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0468922519

Saturday25thJuly

9.00AM -9.30AM21CrankStreet 432 ContactAgentTomOffermann RealEstate0421785512

9.00AM -9.30AM27AdamsStreet 433 ContactAgentWatts PropertyGroup0410512 364

9.30AM -10.00AM 18 McAnallyDrive 432 OffersFrom$6,500,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0409446955

10.00AM -10.30AM 2ElandaStreet 322 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0468922519

11.00AM -11.30AM2/2-4 SolwayDrive 211 $1,130,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0414367282

11.00AM -11.30AM1/12BelmoreTce 324 ContactAgentWatts PropertyGroup0410512 364

11.00AM -11.30AM61 SeaviewTerrace 436 $13,490,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0411122331

11.00AM -11.30AM22EnterpriseStreet 342 $6,900,000TomOffermann RealEstate0447915953

12.00PM -12.30PM 16 SeaviewTerrace 442 $3,700,000TomOffermann RealEstate0447915953

1.00PM -1.30PM9/11HendersonStreet 221 $1,550,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0447915953

Wednesday29thJuly

11.00AM -11.30AM2/2-4 SolwayDrive 211 $1,130,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0414367282 Tewantin

11.00AM -11.30AM2/139MoorindilStreet 211

RealcorpInternational0418794970 11.30AM -12.00PM 18/139MoorindilStreet 111

Friday24thJuly

12.00PM -12.30PM2/139MoorindilStreet 211 $759,000 RealcorpInternational0418794970 12.30PM -1.00PM 18/139MoorindilStreet 111

9.30AM -10.00AM 17/2-10BlakesleyStreet 321 BuyersGuide$2,200,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505 10.00AM -10.30AM52 WerinStreet 422 $1,650,000 WattsPropertyGroup0456636443

OPENHOMES

SERENE NOOSA WATERS ENCLAVE

PERFECTLY positioned within an easy stroll of the vibrant Gympie Terrace dining precinct and the picturesque Noosa River, this spacious family home offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle in one of Noosaville’s most sought after locations.

Set on a quiet 629m² allotment, the home combines generous proportions with exceptional indoor-outdoor living. At its heart, the well appointed kitchen features stone benchtops, a large gas cooktop and overlooks the open plan living and dining areas.

Entertain with ease on the expansive covered veranda that enjoys a lovely outlook over the sparkling 10 metre pool – the perfect setting for family gatherings or relaxing with friends.

Upstairs comprises four generous bedrooms and two stylish bathrooms, while an additional bathroom services the ground floor. A separate study or home office with its own entry provides an ideal work-from-home space.

Additional features include storage sheds, a fully fenced yard, solar panels, airconditioning, intercom, a double lock-up garage with drivethrough access to the rear, and plenty of room

HOME ESSENTIALS

to accommodate a boat or caravan.

Just five minutes from Hastings Street and the golden sands of Noosa’s Main Beach, you’ll also enjoy the convenience of walking to a smart selection of restaurants, cafes, boutiques and riverside parklands.

Beautifully presented, this quality home represents excellent buying in a blue chip Noosaville location, whether you’re looking to move straight in, renovate over time or invest.

The vendor will consider offers prior to the auction on 1 August.

Address: 34 Neptune Circuit, NOOSAVILLE Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage Inspect: Saturday 10.00-10.30am; Wednesday 12.00-12.30pm Auction: Auction On Site Saturday, 1st August at 12pm Contact: Melanie Butcher 0407 379 893, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

WATERFRONT TOWNHOUSE IN TOP SPOT

POSITIONED within the highly soughtafter Noosa Entrance Waterfront Complex, this beautifully presented townhouse offers the perfect combination of lifestyle, privacy, and quality design,all just a short stroll from the vibrant cafes and restaurants of Gympie Terrace, and the scenic Noosa River foreshore and parklands. The owners of this townhouse have created a very stylish property, perfectly featuring and complementing its outstanding waterfront location.

A private entrance welcomes you into a smart north-facing courtyard and is adjacent to the lock-up garage for security and ease.

The light-filled lower level of the townhouse features high vaulted ceilings in its spacious open plan living and dining areas and split system airconditioning. At its heart is a glamorous, modern kitchen with all the features one would expect in a property of this calibre.

The spacious downstairs areas flow seamlessly outside to the covered waterfront entertaining area, creating the perfect space for entertaining family and friends or for simply relaxing and enjoying the views over Noosa Waters.

Upstairs, a smart gallery leads to three generous bedrooms, including a spacious master suite with serene water views, and featuring a new ensuite and a built-in robe.

HOME ESSENTIALS

Ducted airconditioning provides year round comfort and convenience. Two additional bedrooms, including one with water views, are serviced by a stylish bathroom. A third toilet and powder room downstairs is a very practical and convenient feature.

This beautiful townhouse is set in a tightly held complex, which is surrounded by beautifully landscaped tropical gardens. Residents enjoy access to an exceptional range of resort

facilities including four sparkling swimming pools, private waterfront jetties, barbecue areas, boat moorings and on-site management.

Whether you are searching for a permanent residence, a holiday home or an investment opportunity, be quick to arrange an inspection of this outstanding property. It ticks all the boxes for the discerning buyer, so will be in high demand, don’t delay in visiting our Open Homes.

Address: 17/67 Gibson Road, NOOSAVILLE Description: 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: $2,200,000 Inspect: Saturday 12.00-12.30pm, Tuesday 1.00-1.30pm

Contact: Person: Anne Powell, 0419 332 973, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

A 2 B 2 C D

•Spacious4 bedroom family home,multiplelivingareas,lushsurrounds

•Positionedonanelevated784m2allotmentopposite parkland

•Light filledrecentlyupdatedkitchen,qualityappliances, picturewindow

•Masterwithensuite,walk-inrobe+3bedroomsina separate wing

•Coveredentertainingareaoverlooksthe lagoon stylepoolandspa

•Large 9x 3.5mshed/workshop/vanorboatstorage +DLUG

•Fantasticlocation nearschools,shops, walkingtrails,LakeDoonella

•Ultimate familyfriendlylifestyle 5minstoTewantinVillage,just 15 minutestoHastingsStreetand Noosa’sMainBeach

FORSALE

O/O$1,475,000Considered

10-10.30am

ChrisForde 0411328488 chris@lagunarealestate.com.au

•Immaculate brick/tilesinglelevelfamily homeon a609m2allotment

•4 carpeted bedrooms,ensuiteand main bathroom-light andairy

•Wellappointedkitchenwith plentyof storageand agardenoutlook

•Moveinand enjoythe spacious livingarea,tiledfloorsand aircon

•Expansivecoveredoutdoorentertainingwithlandscapedgardens

•Bushlandbackdropwithnorearneighboursensures privacy

•Room fora pool,shedorcabana; doublelockupgarage

•Short walk to NoosaJunction;drive 3minutes to HastingsStreetand MainBeach.

FORSALE

O/O$1,550,00Considered

10-10.30am

Craigtaylor 0421283951

Jasminetaylor 0430848277