Noosa Today - 31st July 2026

Surfilm Festival rolling in

The countdown is on for the 2026 Noosa International Surfilm Festival, with filmmakers, judges and special guests travelling from around Australia and overseas to Noosa for four days of inspiring surf and ocean storytelling from 13–16 August.

This year’s festival features 21 films from 14 countries, including 12 Australian Premieres and two Queensland Premieres, complemented by live filmmaker Q&As, panel discussions and free community events celebrating surf culture.

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As cost of living pressures force more people to choose between paying their bills and buying food the demand has increased on OzHarvest which last week marked the delivery of its 65 millionth meal and opened an expanded Sunshine Coast hub.

OzHarvest Queensland state manager Michaela Windsor said the charity provided food to 45 local charities across the Sunshine Coast to Gympie, redistributing more than 20,000kg of quality surplus food each month to charities like the Urban Angels and The Salvos as well as schools, youth programs, community centres and churches.

come families struggling to pay bills and put food on the table.

OzHarvest’s latest Frontline Report shows one 70 per cent of charities are reporting an increase in demand, two-thirds say they need more food to keep up and one in three of the people seeking food relief are doing so for the first time in their lives. Some of those seeking help are double in-

OzHarvest last week moved from its Coolum base to a larger warehouse at Kunda Park from which they can deliver food faster and in greater volumes in their refrigerated trucks and accept quality food donations.

“We see the challenges of community hardship and people going without every day and

we’re working hard to address the ongoing need and support our charity network on the frontline. There are still so many families in Queensland experiencing food insecurity, particularly in the Sunshine Coast and Gympie regions, and our new hub will unlock greater capacity to rescue more food, reach more charities and get help to more people, faster,” Michaela said.

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Surfilm Festival rolling in to Noosa region

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Festival Director Jesca Maas said this year’s festival wou ld be the biggest gathering of international surf filmmakers ever presented in Noosa.

“What makes NISFF special isn’t just what’s on the screen. It’s the opportunity to meet the people behind the films, hear the stories that never make the final edit, and spend a weekend immersed in surf culture with filmmakers and surfers from around the world.”

Opening Night on Thursday 13 August at The J Theatre launches the festival with Finding San Nicolas, Tides of Time and DUST, followed by Beyond Borders Patagonia,.

Friday night’s Courage and Persistence session features the Australian Premiere of Finding True North, documenting quadruple amputee surfer Josh Bogle’s extraordinary journey of recovery and purpose through adaptive surfing in Hawai’i. Bogle will travel from Hawai’i to attend the festival in person, joining audiences for a live Q&A following the screening. The session also includes Beehives & Bottom Turns and Jack Johnson SURFILMUSIC.

Saturday afternoon celebrates Women in Surf, showcasing stories of female surfers, filmmakers and ocean advocates from around the world.

The festival also features the free Legends Panel Discussion at Noosa Longboards on Saturday morning, where acclaimed filmmakers and surf storytellers including Jolyon Hoff, Spencer Frost, Laure Mayer, Clementine Bourke and Tiago de Carvalho will share insights into filmmaking, surf culture and the stories behind this year’s films. The event is free and open to everyone.

Saturday evening concludes with the Australian Premiere of Niokobokk.

The festival closes on Sunday 16 August with Australian Dream, a feature documentary following six underdog Portuguese surfers chasing success at Australia’s most iconic surfing championship. Filmmaker Tiago de Carvalho will be in Noosa for the duration of the festival, giving audiences multiple opportunities to meet him throughout the weekend.

Sunday afternoon also celebrates the next generation of storytellers, with the finalist films from the GromShorts Film Festival screening as part of the 2.00pm session. Four local young filmmakers have been selected to showcase their work on the big screen alongside internationally acclaimed surf films, reinforcing NISFF’s commitment to nurturing emerging creative talent.

Special guests attending include Jed James Fasso, Josh Bogle (flying in from Hawai’i), Laure Mayer, Clementine Bourke, Tiago de Carvalho, Tom from Beehives & Bottom Turns, and additional filmmakers to be announced.

Every screening session includes live Q&As hosted by acclaimed surf writer Tim Baker.

“One of the things audiences consistently tell us they love is meeting the filmmakers. This year people can chat with visiting guests from Hawai’i, Portugal, Adelaide, and Sydney throughout the weekend. It’s a rare opportunity to hear directly from the people creating some of the world’s best surf and ocean films.”

The festival experience extends beyond the cinema, with Festival Perks available to ticket holders throughout the weekend. Participating restaurants and cafes in Noosa Junction are of-

fering exclusive dining discounts, encouraging visitors to make a weekend of the festival while supporting local hospitality businesses. Details of dining offers, accommodation options and other visitor benefits are available at www.nisff. com.au.

Jesca Maas also acknowledged the festival’s partners, particularly Screen Queensland, Noosa Council, Cricks Sunshine Coast Subaru, Your Digital Team, Smorgasboarder Magazine and Sea FM for their ongoing support.

With a filmmaker Q&As at every screening, free community events and one of the strongest line-ups in the festival’s history, organisers are encouraging audiences to book early.

The 2026 Noosa International Surfilm Festival runs from 13–16 August. Full program, tickets and Festival Perks are available at www.nisff.com.au.

Rural ambassadors on show

By Steve Linnell

The next generation of rural leaders will take centre stage in the lead-up to this year’s Noosa Country Show, with two community fundraising events helping support the 2026 Noosa Showgirls and Rural Ambassadors program.

Organisers are inviting the Noosa community to get behind the young ambassadors by attending a trivia night and cent sale in Pomona, with proceeds also supporting the Do It For Dolly Foundation, which raises awareness of bullying and promotes kindness among young Australians.

The Noosa Showgirls and Rural Ambassadors program encourages young people to develop leadership, public speaking and community engagement skills while promoting the importance of agriculture and regional communities.

The first fundraiser, Boots & Banter Trivia Night, will be held at the Pomona Memorial Hall on Saturday, 8 August. Doors open at 5.30pm for a 6.15pm start, with teams encouraged to dust off their cowboy boots and put their general knowledge to the test.

Organisers say the evening promises plenty of laughs, friendly competition and community spirit, whether participants are seasoned trivia experts or simply keen to enjoy a fun night out.

Before that, supporters can test their luck at the Cent Sale on Saturday, 1 August, at Pavilion Hall, Pomona, starting at 1pm. The afternoon will feature a range of prizes and offers another op-

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portunity for the community to support the local ambassadors while enjoying a popular country show tradition.

Organisers said both events would help raise funds for the Noosa Country Show while giving local young people the opportunity to represent

the district and develop valuable life skills.

The Noosa Country Show has long been one of the region’s biggest annual celebrations of agriculture, bringing together livestock, equestrian events, competitions, entertainment and family activities while highlighting the importance of ru-

successful year for the

and Rural Ambassadors

New community courtyard mural transforms Visitor Centre

A vibrant new community courtyard mural has transformed the Noosa Visitor Information Centre into a welcoming space where locals and visitors alike can pause, connect and recharge.

Officially unveiled by Noosa Mayor Frank Wilkie on Thursday 23 July, the Community Courtyard Mural Project has created an inviting outdoor area designed for volunteers, Tourism Noosa members, visitors and the wider community to enjoy a quiet moment, share a cuppa or simply take time out.

The project has been developed with accessibility and wellbeing in mind, providing a calm and inclusive environment for everyone, including people living with hidden disabilities or those experiencing anxiety.

The mural also complements the recently established DV Safe Phone collection point at the centre, reinforcing its growing role as more than just a tourism hub. The initiative allows people to donate old mobile phones, which are professionally wiped, refurbished and distributed to victim-survivors of domestic and family violence through support services.

Tourism Noosa chief executive Sharon Raguse said the project reflected the centre’s evolution into an important community space.

“The Visitor Information Centre has long been a welcoming place for visitors, but it has also become an important community hub where people come to connect, seek guidance and access support,” Ms Raguse said.

“The Visitor Information Centre continues to evolve as not just a gateway for visitors, but a place where people feel supported and part of the Noosa community,” Mayor Wilkie said.

“Together, the new mural and the DV Safe Phone initiative demonstrate how the Visitor Information Centre is becoming a place of connection, inclusion and care for both our community and our visitors.”

The mural was designed by local artist Ilana McBain, whose artwork already features throughout the visitor centre. Ms McBain donated her time and creative talents to the project, while Noosaville family business The Paint Place donated the paint.

Inspired by themes of belonging, community pride and connection, the artwork depicts two of Noosa’s most recognisable natural landmarks – Little Cove Beach and Noosa National Park.

“Some places have a way of reminding us how fortunate we are,” Ms McBain said.

“They represent more than beautiful destinations; they are symbols of nature’s quiet power, beauty and generosity.

“Alongside initiatives such as the DV Safe Phone collection point, the mural reinforces our commitment to creating a place that supports both visitors and our local community.”

Mayor Wilkie said the mural celebrated the community’s connection to Noosa’s natural beauty while strengthening the visitor centre’s role within the region.

“This courtyard has been thoughtfully created as a shared space that encourages connection, inclusion and wellbeing. It reflects the welcoming spirit of Noosa and provides somewhere people can pause, recharge and feel comfortable.

“The transformation of this space invites quiet reflection, connection and a reminder of how incredibly beautiful Noosa is,” he said.

“This project shows what can happen when local creativity, volunteer effort and community care unite to strengthen and celebrate our connection to this place.”

He said the addition of the DV Safe Phone collection point further demonstrated how the centre had become a place of inclusion and care.

“Through this artwork, I wanted to celebrate that feeling of gratitude we experience when we slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with the world around us. It is a tribute to the extraordinary place we call home and a reminder to cherish and protect it for future generations.”

The mural was brought to life with the help of Tourism Noosa volunteers, staff, members and community representatives, creating a colourful symbol of the shared values that continue to make Noosa a welcoming destination for both residents and visitors.

OzHarvest is expanding

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Urban Angels unit manager Birgit Sowden said the donated food they receive from OzHarvest makes an enormous difference to their work.

“Not only does it help us put more nourishing meals into the hands of people who need them most, but it also supports our sustainability by helping keep our costs manageable,” she said

“We deliver up to 15,000 meals every month across the Sunshine Coast, from Gympie to Caboolture, and we simply couldn’t do that without this partnership.”

As OzHarvest’s National Food Rescue Partner, Woolworths has been integral to food rescue operations across the region.

Woolworths Social Impact general manager Adam Bray said the new Sunshine Coast warehouse would significantly boost local food relief,

get meals to those who need them most and complement the work their store teams put into their food rescue programs.

“This hub really strengthens the tight-knit network of local charities collaborating across the Coast, and we are incredibly grateful to play a part in supporting their work,” he said.

The new Kunda Park hub is strategically positioned to provide direct access to the region’s key food corridors and closer proximity to food donors and local charities. This expansion is the next step in OzHarvest Queensland’s wider plan to grow its presence across the state, creating local jobs, strengthening relationships with food donors, and getting more food to the people who need it most.

To donate food or funds to OzHarvest visit ozharvest.org. For every $1 donated, OzHarvest can deliver two meals to people in need.

E-vehicle crackdown continues: police

Queensland Police Service (QPS) has reported strong enforcement results in the first two weeks of Operation Yankee Surety, with more than 100 non-compliant devices seized and a total of more than 420 traffic infringement notices issued for failing to adhere to the road rules since the operation commenced on 1 July.

Under Operation Yankee Surety, police across the state have taken a coordinated, targeted approach to ensure the safety of all road users, including pedestrians and those riding e-mobility devices such as electrically power assisted cycles (EPACs, commonly known as e-bikes), and personal mobility devices (PMDs) such as e-scooters.

The operation enforces new legislative changes to e-mobility devices and their usage, with a focus on enforcing the new speed and alcohol limits for e-mobility devices and their riders; seizing dangerous and non-compliant devices; and ensuring safe riding behaviours through deterrence and enforcement.

Among those whose devices were seized was a 16-year-old Sunshine Coast boy, who Kawana Waters Police intercepted at about 1.10pm on 7 July after they observed him run a red light, perform a wheel stand and weave through traffic on Nicklin Way, Buddina.

Kawana Waters Police and officers from Caloundra and Nambour Child Protection Investigation Units followed the boy to a local business, where upon inspection, determined the device was a non-compliant e-motorcycle.

The boy was dealt with under the Youth Justice Act for charges of dangerous operation of a vehicle, unlicenced driving, driving an uninsured

vehicle and driving an unregistered vehicle, and the device was seized by police.

Policehavealsoconductedmorethan120roadside breath tests on e-mobility riders, resulting in seven riders being charged with drink driving.

Emergency Response and Coordination Command Assistant Commissioner Rhys Wildman said that these results highlight the importance of the operation’s strong presence across the state.

“Road safety remains a top priority for Queensland Police, and this includes vulnerable road users like pedestrians and riders of EPACs, PMDs and other e-mobility devices,” Assistant Commissioner Wildman said.

“It is disappointing to see more than 450 infringements issued for reckless riding in just under two weeks; however, this reinforces how important it is that our officers are out every day disrupting these dangerous behaviours and ensuring riders understand their responsibility while making our roads and public spaces safe.”

Assistant Commissioner Wildman also reminded riders, parents and guardians of the importance of following the road rules.

“The risk of a crash increases drastically when non-compliant devices or dangerous behaviours like speeding and drink riding are involved, and the consequences of these crashes can be devastating,” he said.

Operation Yankee Surety will run until 30 June 2027, and police will continue to proactively engage with the community and enforce the rules to create safe roads and paths.

For more information about e-mobility laws and safety, visit https://streetsmarts.initiatives.

qld.gov.au/e-bikes-e-scooters/. New e-mobility laws, 2026

Under new laws introduced by the Transport and Other Legislation (Managing E-mobility Use and Protecting Our Communities) Amendment Bill 2026, from 1 July 2026:

Police can seize illegal devices.

Roadside Breath Tests by police will enforce drink riding for riders of e-bikes, bicycles, escooters and other Personal Mobility Devices in public places. 0.05 BAC applies.

Devices faster than 25km/h will be banned. EscootersandotherPersonalMobilityDevicesmust be restricted so they can’t exceed 25km/h. E-bike motors can only assist up to 25km/h. E-bikes can only be ridden faster under human pedal power. 12km/h speed limits will apply on footpaths and when passing pedestrians on shared paths for e-bikes, e-scooters and other Personal Mobility Devices.

E-scooters, e-skateboards or e-unicycles can be ridden on roads, including on-road bike lanes, with a speed limit of up to 60km/h. Riders can only go to a maximum speed of 25km/h.

Parents will be fined for under 16s riding illegal devices.

From 31 August 2026: Riders must be 16 with a licence. Some exemptions for medical conditions and disabilities, and the ability for 12–17-year-olds to ride under parental supervision will apply.

From 28 February 2027: Compliance labelling for e-bikes will be mandatory.

Sudden death

A man is in custody following investigations into the sudden death of a man at an event in Glenwood on Saturday morning, 25 July. Officers were called to a property on Leggets Lane around 2.30am, following reports a 40-year-old Kallangur man had fallen following an altercation with another man.

The 40-year-old sustained critical injuries and died at the scene a short time later.

A 33-year-old Burpengary man is currently under police guard in Gympie Hospital.

Detectives from Maryborough Criminal Investigation Branch are asking anyone with information that could assist, including anyone with vision of the incident, to contact police.

Investigations remain ongoing.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/ reporting.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com. au or call 131 444.

Quote this reference number: QP2601276886

Double fatal at Warana after traffic crash over weekend

Police Forensic Crash Unit is investigating following a double fatal traffic crash in Warana on Saturday night, 25 July.

Initial investigations indicate that soon after 8pm, a pedestrian was attempting to cross Nick-

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The pedestrian, a 68-year-old Warana woman, sustained critical injuries and was declared deceased at the scene. The rider of the

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motorbike, a 30-year-old Golden Beach man, also sustained critical injuries and was declared deceased at the scene.

Anyone with information that could assist

police, including anyone with relevant dashcam vision of the vehicles, is urged to contact police.

Forensic Crash Unit investigations remain ongoing

One year since Jack’s Law

More than 30 dangerous weapons have been removedfromthestreetsoftheSunshineCoast,and countless tragedies may have been prevented, in the one year since the Crisafulli Government made Jack’s Law permanent across the State.

New Queensland Police Service data shows police have scanned 173,831 people, seized 1,311 weapons and charged 2,652 people with 5,199 offences across the State since the landmark reforms came into effect in July 2025, helping restore safety where you live.

While across the Sunshine Coast, police have scanned 7,816 people and seized 33 weapons.

Jack’s Law gives police the ability to use handheld metal detectors in all public places, allowing officers to detect deadly weapons before they can be used and intervene before lives are changed forever.

The laws are named in honour of 17-year-old Jack Beasley, who was fatally stabbed during a night out with friends at Surfers Paradise in 2019.

Following Jack’s death, his parents Brett and Belinda Beasley turned unimaginable grief into tireless advocacy, campaigning to prevent other families from experiencing the same heartbreak.

The milestone coincides with the seventh annual Ride for Jack on the Gold Coast, where hundreds of riders will gather to honour Jack’s memory and celebrate the legacy that continues to save lives across Queensland.

It also follows the Crisafulli Government’s $1 million investment to secure the future of the Jack Beasley Foundation’s ‘One Moment’ program, ensuring thousands of Queensland students continue to hear Jack’s story and understand the consequences of knife crime.

Minister for Police and Emergency Services Dan Purdie said the milestone demonstrated the life-saving impact of Jack’s Law.

“Every weapon seized is a potential tragedy prevented,” he said.

Brett Beasley said the anniversary showed the lasting impact of Jack’s legacy.

“When we lost Jack, we made a promise that we’d do everything we could to stop other fam-

ilies going through what we have endured,” Mr Beasley said.

“One year on, these laws are making a real difference, taking weapons off the streets and helping prevent violence before it starts.”

“Nothing will ever bring Jack back, but knowing his name is attached to a law that is helping

Man charged with trailer theft

Police have charged a 24-year-old Image Flat man following investigations into the alleged theft of a box trailer and a jerry can of fuel on the Sunshine Coast.

It will be alleged that on 9 July, a box trailer was stolen from Murdering Creek Road in Peregian Beach.

Police will further allege that on the morning of 20 July, a jerry can containing diesel fuel was stolen from a vehicle at a service station on Elizabeth Street, Kenilworth.

Following investigations, police intercepted a vehicle on Boyle Road in Gheerulla, around 1.25pm on 20 July.

The vehicle was allegedly towing the stolen box trailer, which police subsequently recovered.

The 24-year-old Image Flat man has been charged with multiple offences including unlawful use of a motor vehicle and enter premises and commit indictable offence.

His bail was refused, and he is due to next appear before Maroochydore Magistrates Court on 27 July.

Police are appealing for anyone who has infor-

mation about any stolen vehicles in the area, to come forward.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

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keep other young people safe means everything to us,” Mrs Beasley said.

Assistant Commissioner Rhys Wildman said by scanning for, detecting and removing dangerous weapons from public places, we are reducing the harm these weapons cause in the community, and creating safer public places for everyone,” As-

sistant Commissioner Wildman said.

“Sadly, we know all too well the devastating consequences knife crime and knife violence can have on individuals, families, and communities.

“Carrying a knife in a public space is a serious offence. If police detect a knife on you, you risk a large fine or potentially a term of imprisonment.”

Teenagers airlifted from motocross after accidents

The Sunshine Coast-based LifeFlight aeromedical team on Sunday airlifted two teenagers from the same motocross competition northwest of Maleny in separate missions.

The first mission was for a teenage girl, and the second mission was for a teenager boy.

Both were airlifted to hospital after crashing their motorbikes.

The LifeFlight helicopter, including a specialist aeromedical team, was tasked at 8.40am and then later at 12.18pm by Retrieval Services Queensland to Elaman Creek and both times landed at a motocross park.

The critical care LifeFlight doctor and Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) flight paramedic worked with local QAS paramedics to treat both teenage patients.

The teenage girl was treated for multiple fractures and a head injury.

suspected internal injuries.

H5 Bird flu case confirmed

A dead petrel found found by Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) rangers at Moreton Island (Mulgulpin) has been confirmed positive for H5 high pathogenicity avian influenza (H5 bird flu) in laboratory tests by the CSIRO Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness.

The positive test is the first confirmed detection of H5 bird flu in Queensland.

There remain no detections in poultry, nor evidence of large-scale deaths in any animals in Queensland.

The risk to human health remains low.

The community is being urged to continue to report sick or dead wild birds.

Queensland has been preparing for H5 bird flu and has strong response arrangements in place. Australia also has national arrangements to respond to emergency animal disease incidents.

Australia’s first case of H5 bird flu was reported on 20 June 2026 in Western Australia, with further detections in wild seabirds in WA, SA and NSW.

Department of Primary Industries (DPI) Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Allison Crook said the confirmed positive detection was expected, and the Queensland Government was well prepared to respond.

“We have known that a H5 bird flu detection in Queensland was a matter of when, not if,” Dr Crook said.

“This confirmed positive result has not impacted our poultry sector or native wildlife.

“We have further escalated our surveillance program throughout the state, and are delivering heightened H5 bird flu awareness and engagement activities to ensure industries and communities know what to do.

“There have been more than 1,000 reports from Queensland to the hotline since the first reported case on 20 June 2026, and I thank the public for their support.

“I encourage the community and industry to

continue to be vigilant,” Dr Crook said.

“If you find sick or dead wild birds or wildlife, avoid contact, keep children and pets away,

record what you see, and report immediately to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.”

Updated information available at business. qld.gov.au/industries/farms-fishing-forestry/agriculture/alerts/avian-influenza

Olympic legacy action plan

Better transport connections, new community facilities and exciting opportunities for local businesses are among the lasting benefits the Sunshine Coast is promised to gain from cohosting the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

With help from local students and young athletes, Sunshine Coast Council last Friday launched the Sunshine Coast Legacy Action Plan 2026–2031, a roadmap of 40 practical actions that use the Games as a catalyst to accelerate the infrastructure, programs and investment our growing region already needs.

“For the Sunshine Coast, co-hosting the Games was never just about sport,” Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli said. “It’s about the once-in-a-lifetime opportunities and the positives for our community, long after the closing ceremonies in 2032,” Mayor Natoli said.

said they had worked collectively over several years to shape a Legacy Action Plan that reflected what our region wants and what will create lasting benefits for everyone.

Mayor Natoli said major infrastructure investments would be among the region’s most significant and exciting Games legacies.

“The Sunshine Coast Stadium upgrade, the Sunshine Coast Arena, The Wave, the Sunshine Coast Mountain Bike Centre and the Athletes’ Village will shape the region for decades,” she said.

“Our region identified these projects years ago. The Games give us the catalyst, the reason to bring them to life now.”

The Legacy Action Plan outlines 40 actions residents will see in their everyday lives.

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“This plan brings forward the things our residents have been asking us for. Better transport, community facilities and stronger support for grassroots sport, plus more opportunities for local business, our artists and our young people.

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Other key actions include better connections including the Beerburrum to Nambour Rail Upgrade and the Mooloolah River Interchange, improved facilities and programs, showcasing local arts, culture and First Nations heritage to a global audience, volunteering and community involvement opportunities and growing sustainable tourism and new visitor experiences.

View the full Legacy Action Plan at sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/2032-games-legacy

Fund cut scrutinised

Investigation by Noosa MP Sandy Bolton of suspected funding cuts to local housing and homelessness service Youturn of $4.7 million under the Immediate Housing Response (IHR) program, with a projected loss of six frontline staff has found it to be incorrect.

The funding reductions reported during the third day of Estimates hearings identified nine homelessness organisations across Queensland facing cuts totalling $42 million despite growing demand for housing and support services.

Ms Bolton said the information she had been provided was that Youturn in Tewantin has not been immediately impacted, and that reported loss of staff is incorrect.

“From my understanding, the IHR funding will continue for the next 12 months, ensuring emergency housing supports and the staff delivering them will continue during that period,” she said.

Ms Bolton said she had also been advised that there had been ongoing communications between organisations and the department about the future of IHR funding, and that advocates are working with government on a sustainable replacement, including initiatives around tenancy sustainment, head leasing, and supportive living.

“What is now needed is a clear plan outlining what program and funding will replace the IHR program, the timeframe for implementation, and how the transition will be managed.”

“Any replacement must also deliver improved outcomes for our key workers, families, elders and vulnerable residents who cannot find secure and affordable accommodation, and who are currently ineligible for supports due to the outdated income threshold used,” she said.

There has been some further positive news, with funding for the Enhanced Outreach Program, which provides intensive on-the-ground support to people sleeping rough, extended for three years, an improvement on the previous two-year funding arrangement.

Youturn has also recently been awarded a twoyear Mobile Support contract for young people aged 16 to 25 who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness, which aims to help establish and sustain a tenancy while supporting access to family reconnection, temporary accommodation, employment, education, counselling and substance use services.

The Noosa MP said that media reports appeared inconsistent with comments made by the Minister for Housing in Parliament only weeks earlier.

In response to Ms Bolton’s Question Without Notice on 12 May 2026, the Minister criticised the previous government’s approach to annual funding agreements, stating services were left uncertain about their future and announcing three-year funding agreements to provide greater certainty for homelessness providers through to 30 June 2028.

“It has been a relief to find that the assurances provided by the Minister have, for the most part, been upheld, giving greater certainty to organisations such as Youturn that play a critical role in supporting individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness across the Noosa Electorate at a time of growing demand,” she said.

“Our organisations and services are already stretched to capacity, and as I have raised many times, it is vital that temporary and transitional accommodation be increased until permanent housing projects are realised,” she said.

Ms Bolton said she would seek an update from the Minister and department on the replacement for the IHR, including whether partnership funding could support transitional accommodation projects such as the former Doonan campground site or the Noosa-Coolum Salvos site.

“Our communities deserve practical, common-sense plans and solutions, and, importantly, the resources needed to ensure our workers and vulnerable residents have a place to call home.”

Junior tennis

Bright winter sunshine greeted the 68 players who attended the annual Tewantin Junior Development Series (JDS) tennis tournament at the Tewantin Noosa Tennis Club over the weekend 25 and 26 July.

Tournament Director Sam Ryan continued a trial of a new software program entitled Score Hub which he designed. The program tracks live scoring at local tennis events. After the few tournaments under the trial, parents said they welcomed the innovation since they were able to track real time scoring without necessarily being present at the tournament.

Kyle McManus, court supervisor, said that he had seen many tournaments over a long period of time.

“The group of juniors at the Tewantin JDS were particularly well-mannered and thrived on the camaraderie and competition,” Kyle said. He said it was a wonderful testament to what is happening with the development of junior tennis at the Sunshine Coast and at the local level.

The JDS events are conducted throughout Australia and are designed to give young players an introduction to playing in tennis tournaments.

Seniors prepare for weather disaster

As Noosa’s mild, wet winter continues, local seniors are preparing for a summer that could bring heatwaves, reduced rainfall and an increased risk of bushfire.

With El Niño conditions forecast to develop in spring, getting ready for the hotter months ahead has never been more important.

To help build preparedness and resilience, the team at Noosa Seniors has been visiting aged care and retirement living communities across the shire as part of the Noosa Seniors Disaster Resilience Road Show.

Council Disaster and Disruption Resilience Officer Ian Williams said the road show was helping to ensure some of our community’s most vulnerable residents were prepared for emergencies.

“Older residents can face unique challenges during disasters, so it’s really important we provide practical, easy-to-understand information that helps them get prepared and confident before an emergency occurs,” Mr Williams said.

“The more prepared we are as individuals and neighbourhoods, the better outcomes we’ll achieve during severe weather events.”

The road show sessions cover medication management during emergencies, available support services and how to prepare an emergency kit, giving elderly residents the knowledge and confidence to respond when disaster strikes.

A recent visit to Hibiscus Noosa Outlook Retirement Resort ran residents through evacuation planning, hazard awareness and the risks associated with extreme weather – particularly those we’re likely to face this summer.

“The road show was really informative and critical to developing a resilient aged care sector in Noosa,” Resort Administrator Trish Tylim said.

“Presentations from Noosa Seniors, Council’s disaster resilience team, Noosa SES and the Rural Fire Service were fantastic. Advice from a local pharmacist and dementia care advocates also helped residents understand how to prepare for potential weather events and respond effectively.”

Residents also received free Get Ready Noosa packs containing a range of preparedness resources, including the Noosa Emergency Action Guide.

“Having a plan, knowing where to find reliable information and preparing an emergency kit can make a significant difference when severe weather occurs,” Mr Williams said.

“We encourage all residents to familiarise themselves with the Noosa Disaster Dashboard and make use of the resources and advice available through Council’s Get Ready Noosa program.”

Residents can access warnings, emergency information and preparedness resources via the Noosa Disaster Dashboard at disaster.noosa.qld. gov.au. A digital version of the Noosa Emergency Action Guide is also available online.

Free Get Ready Noosa packs can be collected from Council’s Customer Service Centre in Tewantin or from the Cooroy and Noosaville libraries.

Community’s National Tree Day

National Tree Day brought a bright and energetic morning to Bagnalls Bushland Reserve, where over 180 volunteers joined Noosa Council for a major planting effort. Together, the community added 2200 native plants to the site, boosting biodiversity with more than 100 species, including a strong focus on rainforest varieties.

Bushland Care Officer Renata Neumann said the mix was exciting. “Over 100 species went in the ground, and it’s wonderful to see more rainforest plants included this year,” she said.

The event featured face painting, live music, weeds and wildlife talks, plant ID sessions and hands-on environmental education. A free coffee van kept adults fuelled while children explored nature through fun activities.

With no experience required and all equipment supplied, participants of all ages found it easy to contribute. Sunday’s planting marks another important step in the long-term revegetation project within the Mary River catchment.

Community members can join an existing Bushcare group or start a new one in their area. To discuss your interests, phone Council’s Bushland Care Officers Emma or Renata on (07) 5329 6500.

Winter Gala raises $35,750

A sold-out gala celebrating 15 years of changing children’s lives has raised more than $35,000 to help expand the work of Verrierdale-based charity Smart Pups Assistance Dogs.

More than 155 guests gathered at Maroochy RSL on 16 July for Smart Pups’ inaugural Winter Gala, raising $35,750 towards the construction of the Smart Pups Community Shed at the charity’s Verrierdale headquarters.

The evening celebrated the organisation’s remarkable journey since it was founded in 2011 by Patricia McAlister, during which time it has placed more than 360 highly trained assistance dogs with children living with disabilities and special needs.

Guests were welcomed with a popular puppy kissing booth, where they met some of Smart Pups’ future assistance dogs, before hearing inspiring stories from families whose lives have been transformed through the program.

The audience also heard from keynote speak-

ers Beau Vernon and Pat Welsh, with Vernon sharing his powerful story of resilience and overcoming adversity following a life-changing spinal cord injury.

Funds raised from the gala will go directly towards the Smart Pups Community Shed, a purpose-built facility planned for the charity’s Verrierdale base.

The new building will provide additional space for training assistance dogs while also creating opportunities to host community, disability and school groups.

Smart Pups Operations Manager Sharni Pinder said the support shown at the inaugural event was overwhelming.

“To see this room full of people who believe in what we do, celebrating 15 years alongside our families, was truly special,” she said.

“This result will give a great boost to the Community Shed project, which is fantastic.”

Each Smart Pups assistance dog costs about

$50,000 to breed, raise, train and place with a family, with the charity currently placing around 20 dogs each year. Demand remains high, with families facing an average wait of about 18 months.

Organisers hope the success of the inaugural gala will see it become a regular fundraising event as work continues towards completing the Community Shed by the end of 2027.

Based in Verrierdale, Smart Pups has become one of the Sunshine Coast’s best-known charities, supporting families across Australia by providing specially trained dogs that assist children with a range of physical, developmental and medical conditions, helping improve independence, safety and quality of life.

Classy help for charity

Classy Lady owner Lorraine

and founder

Models

Same hearing aids, but very different results

Why the fitting process matters more than the device

Meet two patients we’ll call John and Chris. Both are in their late sixties, both had similar hearing test results, and both were fitted with the same brand and model of hearing aids.

Six months later, their stories could not be more different.

Chris wears his hearing aids every day. He hears his grandchildren chatting in the back seat, keeps up with the banter at the golf club, and no longer needs the television turned up. His family have noticed he seems sharper, more confident and more his old self. Even his sense of humour has returned, because he is back in the conversation.

John’s hearing aids sit in a drawer. He still misses parts of conversations, his family have grown frustrated with repeating themselves, and he has quietly stopped going to some social events because he feels disconnected.

So, what made the difference? It wasn’t the technology. It was everything that happened around it.

It’s not the device. It’s the care.

Great hearing outcomes rarely happen by chance. They come from a careful, personalised fitting process: programming each hearing aid precisely for the individual’s hearing loss, making sure it sits comfortably and securely in the ear, and fine-tuning the settings to suit the patient’s lifestyle.

That’s only the beginning. The time your audiologist invests after the fitting matters just as much. Sitting down with you until you feel genuinely confident using your devices and any connected apps.

Ongoing support makes the difference

At Noosa Hearing, our care doesn’t stop once a hearing aid leaves the box. Our patients receive hands-on demonstrations, guidance on caring for their aids, an open invitation to pop in for help and regular reviews to make sure their hearing needs haven’t changed.

Hearing aids are sophisticated medical devices, not off-the-shelf electronics. They are not one size fits all, and they should never be treated that way.

Protecting more than your hearing

Untreated or poorly managed hearing loss doesn’t just affect conversations. Research increasingly links it to social withdrawal, reduced confidence, cognitive decline and strain on personal relationships. Our philosophy is simple: hear well, think well. Looking after your hearing is one of the most valuable things you can do for your long-term brain health and independence.

Hearing aids are too significant an investment to spend their life in a drawer. They deserve, and their wearers deserve, a better approach.

We are proud to be 100% independently and locally owned, so our recommendations are guided by what is best for each patient not by sales targets.

More stories like Chris’s

If it has been a while since your last hearing check, we would love to help. Our friendly team offers diagnostic hearing tests, tinnitus management, microsuction earwax removal and expert hearing aid fitting and support.

Call Noosa Hearing today on (07) 5231 8867 or visit noosahearing.com.au to book your appointment.

Here comes the sun

The Gympie community turned out en masse for the annual Sunflower Day at Mooloo Farm last Saturday.

Dying to Know Day

For most people, arranging a funeral is a responsibility they may face only once or twice in their lifetime. For Gregson & Weight Funeral Directors, however, supporting families through this important journey has been their vocation for more than five decades.

Established on the Sunshine Coast in 1972, Gregson & Weight is the region’s longest-serving funeral director, having assisted more than 45,000 families during their time of need. As fully accredited members of Funerals Australia, the company is recognised for its quality facilities, highly trained professional staff and commitment to exceptional service and has earned a reputation as a leader in the Queensland funeral industry.

difficult time.”

Community engagement remains central to the organisation’s values, with the company encouraging open conversations around end-of-life planning through its annual “Dying to Know Open Day.” This year the annual event will be held on Saturday 8 August at 159 Wises Road, Buderim.

Visitors will have the opportunity to tour the facilities, view informative displays, meet exhibitors and gain a better understanding of the services available. Their historic 1923 restored Dodge hearse will also be on show.

Set up as a fundraising event, with proceeds going to Little Haven Palliative Care and Supporting Chemotherapy in Cooloola (SCIC), the gorgeous winter day was ablaze with a different type of Gympie gold, as the aureate petals of the fields of sunflowers sang in the crisp morning air, starkly contrasting the vivid blue sky. In addition to the vibrant vegetation, there was a market, food vendors, and plenty of childrens’ activities, including meeting the farm’s animal residents.

Picking a bunch of sunny blooms was Gympie Today photographer Shane Zahner.

“Meaningful and memorable funerals don’t happen by chance,” said general manager Luke Gregson. “They require a dedicated team of experienced professionals, supported by the right facilities and resources, to bring each family’s wishes to life while helping to ease the burden during a

Displays will include organisations such as Palliative Care Queensland, Sunshine Coast Cemeteries, RSL Queensland, Voluntary Assisted Dying, Ambulance Wish QLD and Funeral Bond providers, alongside a live radio broadcast from 104.9 Sunshine FM radio.

No bookings or tickets are required and the event will run from 8am to 12 noon.

NAC upgrade half-way there

Major filtration upgrades at the Noosa Aquatic Centre (NAC) have reached the halfway point, with works progressing on schedule.

Refurbishment of the 50-metre pool filtration system and replacement of the program pool filtration system is now six weeks into a planned 12-week upgrade, delivering critical improvements to the centre’s water treatment infrastructure.

Council’s Sport and Active Lifestyles Manager Brad Chalmers said the project represented a significant investment in the long-term reliability, safety and performance of the facility.

“While much of this work is happening behind the scenes, it’s essential to maintaining the high-quality swimming environment our community expects at the NAC,” Mr Chalmers said.

“It’s pleasing to see the project progressing smoothly and on schedule, thanks to the efforts of our contractors and project management team lead by Recor.”

Specialised aquatic engineers CMP Corp have carried out extensive refurbishment worksonthe50Mpool,whilefiltrationspecialists Halogen Pools have upgraded the previous 26-year-old program pool filtration system.

The filtration upgrade is a key project within the NAC Upgrade Plan, representing a $2.28 million investment in critical infrastructure to enhance the facility’s long-term performance and sustainability.

Work is expected to be completed in early September where weather and site conditions allow.

Council thanks patrons for their patience during the maintenance period and looks forward to reopening the pools once testing and commissioning is complete.

Forthelatestinformationandupdates,visit www.noosaaquaticcentre.com.au

$27 million Birtinya bridge now open

By Steve Linnell

A new 130-metre pedestrian and cycling bridge across Lake Kawana has officially opened, improving access between key destinations and paving the way for the future Birtinya Central town centre.

The $27 million Birtinya Pedestrian Bridge, funded and delivered by Stockland, provides a 130-metre east-west connection for pedestrians and cyclists between Sportsmans Parade, near Venue 114, and the Stockland Birtinya Town Centre.

The bridge forms part of more than $350 million in transport and community infrastructure investment across the broader Birtinya development and is expected to improve access to the Sunshine Coast Health Precinct, future residential neighbourhoods and the region’s expanding sports and recreation facilities.

Stockland Development Director Matt Patullo said the opening marked an important milestone for the community.

“The opening of the Birtinya Pedestrian Bridge is a proud moment for Stockland and the wider Sunshine Coast community,” Mr Patullo said.

“Great communities are built on connection, and this bridge creates a new link between the places where people live, work, shop, exercise and come together.

“More than a transport link, this bridge is a key piece of infrastructure that will help unlock the future Birtinya Central Town Centre and support the continued growth of one of the Sunshine Coast’s most important health and employment precincts.”

The bridge’s opening follows approval of a refreshed masterplan for Birtinya Central,

which proposes up to 2,600 homes along with retail, commercial and community spaces. The plan places a strong emphasis on walkability, public spaces and active transport, with the bridge serving as a key link in the future movement network.

Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli joined Stockland representatives for the official opening alongside Cr Tim Burns and volunteers from Cycling Without Age, who were among the first to cross the bridge.

Mayor Natoli said the bridge would strengthen the region’s active transport network while encouraging healthier and more sustainable travel choices.

“By providing a direct link across Lake Kawana, this bridge encourages more people to choose to walk and ride for their local everyday journeys, supporting healthier lifestyles and re-

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ducing reliance on cars for short trips,” she said.

“Thank you to Stockland for delivering this important piece of infrastructure. It reflects our shared commitment to creating a more connected, walkable and totally accessible Sunshine Coast community into the future.”

Approximately four metres wide, the bridge has been designed to accommodate pedestrians, cyclists, scooters, wheelchairs, mobility devices and prams. It also provides up to three metres of clearance over the water, allowing recreational craft such as kayaks to pass beneath. The bridge will now become a Sunshine Coast Council asset.

It joins the Southbank Park Bridge, opened in late 2025, and a planned 70-metre pedestrian bridge as part of a broader network that will ultimately create a continuous walking and cycling loop around Lake Kawana.

While the project is centred on the southern Sunshine Coast, improved access to the region’s major health and sporting precinct is expected to benefit residents across the Sunshine Coast, including those travelling from Noosa for work, medical appointments and major events.

Lions celebrate changeover

The Tewantin Noosa Lions Club has celebrated another successful year of community service while looking ahead to a landmark milestone, with the club set to mark its 60th anniversary in 2027.

More than 70 members and guests gathered at the Tewantin RSL for the club’s annual Changeover Night on Tuesday, recognising the achievements of the outgoing board and welcoming a new leadership team for the year ahead.

The evening also highlighted the club’s remarkable contribution to the Noosa community over six decades, with more than $2.4 million donated to local causes since it was chartered. The club will celebrate its 60th anniversary in April next year.

Among the guests were Noosa MP Sandy Bolton, Noosa councillor Amelia Lorentson, Lions District Governor Murray Wegner and his wife Maxine, First Vice District Governor John Campbell, representatives from the Cooroy Pomona and North Maroochy Lions Clubs, Tewantin RSL chief executive Chris Mead and Noosa Tigers coach Joshua Scrivano.

Lion Sheila Glew kept the evening flowing as master of ceremonies, while members also acknowledged Lion Michael Roach, who had organised the event but was unable to attend after being admitted to hospital on the night. Thanks to his detailed planning, the celebration proceeded without interruption.

Acting Senior Sergeant Mark Jones delivered the keynote address, speaking about the challenges police face when responding to domestic violence incidents and the compassion and specialist skills required to support those involved while keeping communities safe.

Outgoing president Frank Spano brought a light-hearted touch to the evening by combining his farewell address with live music, picking up his guitar to lead guests in a spirited rendition of the Lions Ditty.

District Governor Murray Wegner outlined his vision for Lions District Q4, focusing on strengthening community service, ensuring members enjoy their Lions experience and expanding the organisation’s impact across local communities.

Incoming president Ross Barker said he was honoured to lead the Tewantin Noosa Lions Club into its 60th year of service.

Mr Barker said he hoped to continue growing

membership while ensuring current members enjoyed being part of Lions, improve the club’s capacity to serve the community by replacing ageing food trailers and upgrading the Lions Den and community hub, and strengthen partnerships to ensure the organisation remained visible, relevant and ready to help wherever needed.

The club’s new board for the coming year includes David Watts, Michael Roach, Michael O’Brien, Alan Rouse, Gary Gleeson, Trevor Luff, Veronica Whitter, Frank Spano, Paul Beeston, Michael Whiting, Jay Roach and Gary Dunn.

Members were recognised with a range of awards, including humorous plaques presented to outgoing board members. One recipient was affectionately described as “a force to be reckoned with”

District Governor Wegner also presented his “Inspiring Others to Serve with Heart” badges to participants who completed the club’s “60 kilometres for 60 years” fundraising walk, which raised money towards a new food trailer and improvements to the Lions Den and community hub.

Treasurer Michael O’Brien received the evening’s highest honour, the J.D. Richardson Award, in recognition of his outstanding service to the club.

The Tewantin RSL staff were also thanked for their hospitality and support in hosting the event, which launched another year of community service for one of Noosa’s longest-serving volunteer organisations.

Noosa SES receives big funding boost

The Noosa SES will receive a $45,000 funding boost to refurbish its Cooroy shed as part of a state-wide package aimed at strengthening Queensland’s emergency response capabilities.

The State Government has announced almost $2.5 million through the 2026-27 Queensland SES Support Grant Program to fund 35 projects across the State, including upgrades to SES facilities, storage sheds, command buildings, backup generators and replacement vehicles.

For the Noosa region, Noosa Shire Council’s Cooroy SES unit will receive $45,000 for shed refurbishment, while nearby Sunshine Coast Regional Council’s Maroochydore SES unit has secured $75,000 for a replacement operational vehicle.

The funding is in addition to $875,000 to fasttrack the replacement of 12 ageing SES vehicles across Queensland that have been identified as high priorities due to safety and reliability concerns.

Police and Emergency Services Minister Dan Purdie said the investment would ensure SES volunteers had the resources needed to protect Queensland communities.

“Every Queenslander relies on our SES volunteers when disaster strikes, and we’re making sure they have the facilities, vehicles and equipment they need to keep communities safe,” Mr Purdie said.

“This latest round of grants will deliver 35 projects across Queensland while fast-tracking the replacement of 12 priority SES vehicles,

strengtheningouremergencyresponsecapability right across the State.

“Whether it’s upgrading local SES headquarters, improving operational facilities or replacing ageing vehicles, we’re giving our volunteers the tools they need to respond whenever Queenslanders need them most.”

The State Government said the grants would improve disaster preparedness by funding essential infrastructure and equipment used during floods, storms, cyclones and search and rescue operations.

Queensland SES Acting Chief Officer Danny Baade said the funding would directly benefit volunteers on the frontline.

“It’s vital that our members are supported in disaster preparedness and response,” he said.

“Whether it’s floods, cyclones, or search and rescues, this funding will allow our units to be equipped to help Queenslanders when they need it most.”

The Government also said Queensland SES volunteer numbers had increased to 5,555 volunteers and 216 staff.

The Cooroy shed refurbishment is expected to improve storage and operational facilities for the local SES unit, helping volunteers prepare for and respond to emergencies across the Noosa region. Nearby, the replacement vehicle for the Maroochydore SES unit will also bolster emergency response capability across the Sunshine Coast, with crews regularly supporting neighbouring regions during major disasters.

Rates rise questioned

There has been a bit of concern by local residents on social media about the recent rate increases by Council (as reported in NT on 24th July)

An explanation was given by a Council spokesperson that the 6.1 per cent increase applied to a property where it was the owner’s principal place of residence, and the land value was under $1,050,000.

My land value is under $900,000 and it is my principal place of residence, but my rates have increased 22 per cent.

Please explain!

Bruce Hallett, Tewantin

Mens health

Wide Bay MP, Llew O’Brien, spotlighted men’s health in his column last week (NT 24/07). He referenced the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare which estimates that in 2024, 930,000 potential years were lost through premature deaths, with men losing 70% more years than women. Llew goes on to say that prostate cancer, suicide, heart disease, lung cancer and liver disease are the main contributors to men’s early deaths.

Llew has done his research, but it was selective. At the end of his column, he confirms that the Coalition will scrap net zero and encourage nuclear power. The Coalition lost the last election largely because of this doublethink (George Orwell). Continuing to pollute the atmosphere with CO2 and hiding nuclear waste around the country is about as unhealthy as you can get, for all genders and for all ages. I cannot understand why conservative people in our society refuse to understand the science of climate disruption and the irreducibility of nuclear waste. Do these people also disagree with their expert mechanic when he tells them that their brakes need replacing? Where does this disconnect originate?

The AIHW says, in the same report from which Llew was quoting, that deaths in Australia are likely to increase as global warming continues to take hold. Deaths from extreme heat, fire, floods, expanding tropical diseases, and stress from more severe storms will increase. Where is Llew’s concern about deaths from these causes?

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Noosa River by Beatrix Todd. If you have a Lenscape please email it to newsdesk@noosatoday.com.au

Finally, Llew claims that power from fossil fuels and nuclear fission would be cheaper under the Coalition. This has to be called out as nonsense. There is no credible economics institu-

tion on the planet that accepts that fossil fuels or nuclear fission are cheaper than renewable energy with storage. The fact that Llew can print this opinion of his and expect that anyone will buy it says an enormous amount about the gullibility of certain voters.

Steve Hall, Cooroy

Coal, holes and nucula?

Canada, Spain and France burn, Europe swelters, typhoons devastate, towns flood, glaciers melt, seas rise, landslides bury, corals bleach but ugly wind and solar farms cause wind /sun burn, are bad for sheep but holes, coal and ‘nucula’…..? Please explain.

Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach

Grandfatherly Advice

There’s a wisdom you hear from a grandfather leaning back on the veranda, hands folded, eyes soft — simple on the surface, until life proves it wasn’t simple at all.

My grandfather, Pa Claude, dropped truths like fence posts: plain, sturdy, impossible to ignore once they were in the ground.

He’d say: If you don’t choose your path, you’ll end up walking someone else’s. Expectations carry you along until you realise the life you’ve been

living was never truly yours.

He’d warn: people don’t test your strength; they test your limits to see what you’ll tolerate. He’d remind me: If you’re always explaining yourself, you’re with the wrong people. The right ones don’t need footnotes.

And he’d cut through modern busyness with: A busy life can still be directionless. Motion isn’t meaning. You can sprint through decades and still never arrive anywhere.

Then the one that stings: You don’t get stuck by accident; you stay stuck by habit. And its companion: If you stay where you’ve outgrown, you’ll shrink. Comfort is a lovely place to visit, not to live.

Pa kept productivity simple: You don’t need more time; you need fewer distractions.

Respect? Earned by actions. Boundaries? If you can’t say no, you don’t control your life. And perhaps his quietest truth: The wrong environment will change who you are.

Finally: What you ignore repeatedly will eventually control you.

Grandfatherly wisdom isn’t poetic. It’s lived in, weathered, and patient — waiting for the moment you realise you needed it. I didn’t know how much of my life was shaped by Pa’s quiet sentences until he was gone, and I found myself reaching for them again.

Garry Reynolds, Peregian Springs

True story of Hitler’s spies

Wide Bay author and historian Tony Matthews has lived enough lifetimes to fill a dozen novels. Headhunted by the CIA; guarding Queen Elizabeth; surviving a blood-soaked military coup; discovering a hidden royal princess in rural Queensland; rescuing a drowning man from a flooded Thai river—this is just the opening act of his extraordinary biography. Now, after four decades of publishing, the Welsh-Australian novelist and historian returns with Hanged for Hitler, a gripping true story of two men bound by betrayal and fated ultimately to die on the gallows.

The book tells the intertwined destinies of Karel Richter and Theodore Schurch, two Axis spies sent to infiltrate Allied secrets during the Second World War. One failed spectacularly, caught within minutes of arrival. The other succeeded beyond expectation, operating under multiple guises throughout the entire war despite receiving no formal espionage training.

‘It’s about vulnerability,’ says Matthews, who remains deeply private despite his eventful past.

‘How ideology turned belief into betrayal. How luck played as much a role as competence, and how close we came to disaster through the simplest of mistakes.’

Matthews’ own journey informs his perspective. Arriving in Australia in the early 1970s with just $24 and a volume of Dylan Thomas poems, he hitch-hiked across the continent toward an uncertain future. His life has been colourful, from volunteering to paint an orphanage near the River Kwai; almost losing his life to a Communist bomb squad in Manila, and working to assist with the destruction of a crippled oil tanker threatening UK coastal wildlife.

‘I’ve witnessed some quite interesting events,’ Matthews reflects, ‘but the stories in Hanged for Hitler are unlike anything I have experienced. These men were sent into the jaws of death with only a faint hope they might prove effectual. Their fates reveal how the efficiency of intelligence services — or lack thereof — shaped history itself.’

The book has just been released and promises to capture readers drawn to true stories of courage, conviction, and the desperately thin line which can sometimes exist between heroism and treason.

All eyes on the Blue-faced Honeyeaters

Dr Richard Noske is a renowned ornithologist. After obtaining a PhD from University of New England, Richard taught biology at Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory for 26 years. He has written several books, chapters for books and articles, but Richard’s passion for tropical birds of Australia and Indonesia is evidenced in the many journal articles he has authored or co-authored.

Currently Chief Editor of Sunbird, Richard served as President of Birds Queensland (BQ) from 2012 to 2016 and co-authored the educational website ‘Our Local Birds’ . His current research projects include the flowering phenology of nectar-bearing trees.

Richard’s talk will be about the highly intelligent, blue-faced honeyeater, which hadn’t been previously studied, despite its ubiquity

and abundance in suburban Brisbane. His obsession with this species began 2 years ago when he discovered a group of six “Blueys” nesting only 100 metres from his home.

Come along on14 August and you too will be fascinated by the blue-faced honeyeaters. Everyone is welcome at the Noosa Parks Association Environment Centre. 5 Wallace Drive, Noosaville.

10-10.25 am- morning tea available.

10.30 am- forum begins.

Entry is $5 by ‘tap & go’ but Noosa Parks Association current members are free.

Join the bird observers at 8.30am in the carpark for interpretive birding.

For more info: www.noosaparks.org.au

Tony Matthews is the author of more than 40 published books. An ethical vegan for forty-five years and self-described recluse, he balances his historical and literary work with advocacy for animal rights.

Meet your Local Tradie

Tradie health

From the first light of day to the final job on the list, our local tradies are the people who keep homes, businesses and communities running.

Whether they’re building, repairing, maintaining or creating, their skills, reliability and hard work help shape the places we live and work every day.

This August, Meet Your Local Tradie also shines a spotlight on Tradies National Health Month, an initiative encouraging tradies to make their health just as much a priority as the tools they carry. Long hours, repetitive movements and physically demanding work can take a toll on the body, making injury prevention, recovery and mental wellbeing essential to staying healthy and productive on the job.

Being well equipped is also part of the equation. Bootsco Work Wear helps tradies put their best foot forward with quality work boots, workwear and safety gear designed for comfort, durability and protection, because the right equipment can make all the difference on site.

When it comes to protecting what matters most, Zecura provides innovative security solutions for homes and businesses, giving locals greater confidence through advanced alarm, CCTV and access control systems tailored to individual needs.

A clear view can transform any property, and Foxy’s Windows has built a reputation for delivering sparkling windows and professional exterior cleaning services. From residential homes to commercial buildings, their attention to detail helps keep local properties looking their very best.

In this special feature, we’re celebrating the businesses and tradespeople who proudly service our region. Whether you’re planning a renovation, upgrading your property’s security, investing in quality workwear or simply looking for a trusted local expert, discover the tradies helping build a stronger, safer and healthier community—one job at a time.

Tradies are in pain: physiotherapy can help

By Jarryd Croxford, APA Occupational Health QLD Committee Chair

The health and well-being of Australia’s trades workforce is critical to Australia’s economy. Tradies build our housing, maintain and upgrade our infrastructure and are essential to so many of our industries.

Yet, as Tradies National Health Month begins, our new research at the Australian Physiotherapy Association has found that chronic work-related pain and discomfort are widespread among Australia’s tradies, and, as a result, more than half of tradies, including nearly 4 in 10 members of Gen Z, lack confidence in their ability to stay in their trade until retirement age.

At both an individual and societal level, we can and must do more to prevent this from happening.

Occupational health and pain physiotherapists are uniquely positioned to help.

Our job is to provide treatment and management plans which reduce pain, treat existing injuries and reduce the risk of new ones.

Yet, our research shows that only 10 per cent of tradies regularly see a physio to help prevent work-related pain or injury from happening in the first place.

Our hope is that tradies use this month to invest in their long-term health by booking an appointment with their local physio and receiving the treatment they need to remedy chronic aches and pains or to prevent workplace injury from happening in the first place.

At the state and federal level, we hope that

policymakers consider investing in preventative health programmes which ensure the well-being of our vital tradie workforce.

The Guide

GRANTCHESTER

ABC TV, Saturday, 7.30pm

All good things must come to an end, and so it is with British crime-solvingvicar-and-cop series Grantchester which begins its 11th and final season. Each of our main characters is at their own crossroads as we find them in the summer of 1963.

Vicar Alphy (Rishi Nair, pictured)

reconnects with his estranged mum; Geordie (Robson Greene) is weighing up a promotion; Leonard (Al Weaver) discovers he has a paternal side; and there’s a life-changing event on the cards for Miss Scott (Melissa Johns). You can also expect plenty of mysteries to solve along the way as things start winding up in this village that’s never been as quiet as it looks.

Friday, July 31

ABC TV (2)

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

HOME AND AWAY

Seven, Monday, 7pm

THE BLOCK Nine, Sunday, 7pm

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG,R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Monty Don’s Rhineland Gardens. Monty Don travels along the Rhine River.

8.30 Saint-Pierre. (Mav) Anarchaeologist isfound dead ata dig site.

9.15 Spicks And Specks. (PG,R) Hosted bycomedian Adam Hills.

9.45 Would I Lie To You?

10.20 ABC Late News.

10.35 New Zealand Spy. (PG,R) 11.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (Ma,R)

11.45 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)

5.00 Rage. (PG)

ABC FAMILY (22)

Having taken the term “cliffhanger” quite literally ahead of the show’s Commonwealth Games break, HomeAndAwayreturns tonight with Levi’s (Tristan Gorey, pictured) life hanging in the balance after his dramatic plunge from a remote cli top. Now Cash (Nicholas Cartwright) and Mali (Kyle Shilling, pictured left with Cartwright) are facing a race against time to save their mate. Not an easy task when there is no phone reception and help is several hours’ walk away. Meanwhile, back in Summer Bay, Dana (Ally Harris) and Sonny (Ryan Bown) face the fallout from her failed marriage proposal, and a newcomer (Angus McColl) with a connection to Marilyn (Emily Symons) causes a bit of fuss.

SBS (3)

The British Stole. (Final, 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. (Maln, R) 3.00 Race Around The World. (PG, R) 4.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (PG, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 8.00 DD India News Hour. 9.05 For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.05 Canada’s National Parks. (PGa, R) 11.05 America’s Great Trails. (PGal, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Queens That Changed The World. (PG, R) 3.00 Nula. 3.30 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.00 Garma Festival 2026 Opening Ceremony. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. Aspecial episode spotlighting the season’s best contenders. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Mastermind Australia. face off inthe Grand Final. 8.35 WWII With Tom Hanks. (Premiere, PGaw) TomHanks narrates anexploration ofWorld War II.

10.20 SBS World News Late. 10.50 The King. (MA15+a) 11.45 Breaking Point. (MA15+a,R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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After mixed results in Daylesford last year, you might have expected The Blockto play it safe… perhaps returning to a lucrative former location. But instead, a seachange to Mount Eliza on the Mornington Peninsula is on the cards for 2026. Tucked away between the bush and the bay, the upmarket coastal suburb boasts enticing water views, which will hopefully have a calming influence on the contestants as they face one of the most challenging design briefs yet (quiet luxury), and contend with all living together in one share house for the duration of the 12-week build. In Sunday’s premiere, host Scott Cam and foreman Dan welcome the new teams to site, where five massive house frames and endless possibilities await.

SEVEN (7)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.30 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Your Money & Your Life. (PG) 1.30 The Great Outdoors. (R) 2.00 Glasgow2026 Commonwealth Games. Day7: 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 8: Evening. 8.30 Glasgow2026 Commonwealth Games. Day8: Night. 10.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 8: Late. 12.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 8: Overnight. 2.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 8: Pre-dawn. 4.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 8: Early morning.

7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 11.45 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 12.55pm Talking Tom Heroes. 1.20 PJ Masks. 1.50 Kangaroo Beach. 2.30 The Makery. 3.00 Play School. 3.25 Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Aquatic 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)

6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Going Places. Noon MOVIE: Jedda. (1955, PG)

1.35 Stompem Ground 2022: Footprince.

2.00 Island Echoes. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Nula. 3.30 Going Places. 4.00 Garma Festival 2026 Opening Ceremony. 5.30 Nula. 6.00 Bamay. 6.35 Tales From Zambia. 7.30 MOVIE: Yolngu Boy. (2001, M) 9.20 MOVIE: Last Cab To Darwin. (2015, M) 11.30 Garma Festival 2026 Opening Ceremony. 1am Barunga Festival. 2.00 On The Road. 3.00 On The Road. 4.00 On The Road. 5.00 Bamay. 5.30 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 7.20 FBC News. 8.10 NHK Newsline. 8.40 CBC The National. 9.30 BBC News At Six. 10.00 France 24 English News. 10.30 Front Up 2001. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 Fanny: The Right To Rock. 2.15 The Mormons Are Coming. 3.25 Bamay. 4.05 WorldWatch. 6.05 Inside The Huddle. 6.35 Over The Black Dot. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 Big Fat Quiz Of Telly 2026. 9.20 History’s Greatest Mysteries. 10.10 The UnBelievable. 11.00 The Expanse. 12.35am Vikings: The Rise And Fall. 2.25 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am The Blockhouse. (1973, PGalsv) 7.20 Brief Encounter. (1945, PGa) 9.00 The Crow’s Egg. (2014, PGa, Tamil) 10.40 Dog Day Afternoon. (1975, Malv) 12.55pm All Quiet On The Western Front. (1979, PGav) 3.45 Where The Wild Things Are. (2009, PGahv) 5.40 Paperback Hero. (1999, PGalsv) 7.30 Spy Game. (2001, Mlv) 9.50 Unforgiven. (2013, MA15+v, Japanese) 12.20am The Assassination Of Jesse James. (2007, MA15+v) 3.15 Blindspotting. (2018, MA15+lv) 5.00 Where The Wild Things Are. (2009, PGahv)

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. 8.00 American Pickers. 9.00 Pawn Stars. 10.00 Mountain Men. Noon American Resto. 12.30 Storage Wars. 1.00 American Pickers. 2.00 Pawn Stars. 3.00 Timbersports. 3.30 Tougher In Alaska. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 AFL: Friday Night Countdown. 7.55 Football. AFL. Fremantle vWestern Bulldogs. 11.10 MOVIE: The Forever Purge. (2021, MA15+) 1.20am American Pickers. 2.30 Tougher In Alaska. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 Ax Men.

NINE (8, 9)

6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round22. Melbourne Storm vCanterbury Bulldogs. From AAMI Park, Melbourne. 9.55 NRL Friday Night Footy Post-Match. Post-match coverage ofthe NRL game.

10.45 MOVIE: Rush Hour. (1998,Mlv,R) Jackie Chan. 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)

9GO! (82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Baywatch. 9.30 Addams Family. 10.30 Bewitched. 11.30 My Way. 11.45 Snackmasters. 2.30pm Baywatch. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Baywatch. 7.30 MOVIE: Harry Potter And The Half-Blood Prince. (2009, M) 10.30 MOVIE: Birds Of Prey. (2020, MA15+) 12.30am Arrow. 2.10 Arrow: Hitting The Bullseye. 3.00 Formula E: Driver. 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.

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Shane Gould, Kirby Bentley, Henry Nicholson and AJ Antonios to outwit, outlast and outplay the others?

Dressed to kill: TheTraitorsAustral

TEN (5, 1)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Marry Me In Yosemite. (2022,G) Cindy Busby. 2.00 Pointless. (PG,R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG,R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG,R) 5.30 WIN News. 6.00 Ent.

10 News+.

Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted byGrant Denyer.

Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG,R) 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. (R) Afamily isfeeling cramped intheir home.

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

9.30 10’s Late News. Coverage ofnews, sport and weather.

10.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG,R)

6am Morning Programs. 8.00 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Poirot. 1.00 The Brokenwood Mysteries. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: One Million Years B.C. (1966, PG) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Find My Country House Australia. 8.30 MOVIE: No Time To Die. (2021, M) 11.45 Poirot. 12.40am Antiques Roadshow. 1.10 1.40 MOVIE: One Million Years B.C. (1966, PG) 3.30 My Favorite Martian. 4.00 Gideon’s Way. 5.00 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6am Shopping. 8.00

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Saturday, August 1

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

6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 10.30 Rage 12.00 News. 12.30 Cooper & Fry. (M, R) 2.05 Saint-Pierre. (Mav, R) 2.50 Bill Bailey’s 3.40 4.30 Kitchen Cabinet. (R) 5.00 Story. (R) 5.35 Landline. (R)

6.05 Kath & Kim. (PGals,R) Kelwins aretailers award.

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG,R) Hosted byTom Gleeson. 7.00 ABC News. Alook atthe top stories ofthe day.

7.30 Grantchester.

8.15 Father Brown. (Mv,R) Father Brown investigates when ata battle re-enactment.

9.05 Doc Martin.

9.50 Believe Me. (Mals,R) Laila’s

10.35 Little Disasters. (Mdls,R) Police

11.25 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.30pm The Makery. 2.45 Wiggle. 3.00 Play School. 3.25 4.25 Little J 5.15

5.40 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. Noon Garma 3.00 Tales From Zambia. 4.00 Over The Black Dot. 4.30 Faboriginal. 5.00 6.00 Home, Land & Sea. 6.40 The Other Side. 7.30 8.40 MOVIE: Dark Age. 10.20 Rock Prophet: Link Wray. Midnight Garma Festival 2026 On The 3.00 Late Programs.

Sunday, August 2

ABC TV (2)

6am Morning Programs. 8.00 DD India 9.00 For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.00 The World From Above. (PG) 11.00 BBC News At Ten. 11.30 France 24. 12.00 Garma Festival 2026 3.00 WorldWatch. 4.00 H’lights. 5.00 Going Places. (PG, R) 5.30

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Dan Snow’s Odyssey.

8.50 Breakaway Femmes: The Forgotten Tour De France. (Ml,R)

10.35 Guillaume’s Paris. (R) 11.45 Cycling.

stage. From Switzerland.

2.15 Those Who Stayed. (Ml,R)

3.40 Hitler And The Reichstag Fire. (Mav,R) 4.35 Bamay: Tharawal And Iningai Country. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 Euronews. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 8: Morning. 7.00 Weekend 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Phar Lap Race Day. Jockey Celebration Day. Qld

3.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 8: H’lights. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Creek To Coast.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Glasgow2026 Commonwealth Games. Day9: Evening.

8.30 Glasgow2026 Commonwealth Games. Day9: Night. From McAvaney, Matt Shirvington, Emma Richardson, Johanna Griggs, Matt White, Rebecca Maddern, Trent Copeland and Lizzie Jelfs.

10.00 Glasgow2026 Commonwealth Games. Day9: Late.

12.00 Glasgow2026 Commonwealth Games. Day9: Overnight.

2.00 Glasgow2026 Commonwealth Games. Day9: Pre-dawn.

4.00 Glasgow2026 Commonwealth Games. Day9: Early morning.

7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. 1.55pm Cryptoland. 2.25 3.30 WorldWatch. 5.30 6.30 Record-Breaking Waterparks. 7.30 Record-Breaking Fighter Jets. 8.30 Icons Unearthed: Harrison Ford. 9.20 MOVIE: 11.25 12.15am WWE Legends. 1.55 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Morning Programs. 12.35pm The Prestige. (2006, Mav) 3.00 4.40 6.40 Bridge To 8.30 Solace. (2015, MA15+asv) 10.25 Disobedience. (2018, s) 12.30am Japanese) 3.00 The Boy And The Heron. 5.15 Late Programs.

SELL SMART

SBS (3)

6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Secrets 1.30 Feel Good Road Trips. 2.00 3.00 Horse Racing. Phar Lap Race Day. Jockey Charity Raceday. 5.00 Dog Patrol. 5.30 6.30 Bondi Vet. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Lewis. 10.30 Escape 11.30 Late Programs.

7MATE (74)

6am Morning Programs. 2pm Rides Down 3.00 Motor Racing. Grand Final. Replay. 4.00 American Resto. 5.00 5.30 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 9: Fringe. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Football. AFL. Carlton vBrisbane. 10.30 MOVIE: Godzilla. (1998, PG) 1.20am Late Programs.

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SEVEN (7) 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Monty Don’s Rhineland Gardens. (R) 2.30 3.30 The Assembly. (PG, R) 4.10 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 5.00 Back Roads. (PG, R) 5.30

6.30 Compass: The Way We Care. 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Race Around The World. (Ma) Elliot heads toMonaco. 8.30 Treasure & Dirt. (Mal) Nell gets into atight spot and isleveraged byPhelan.

9.30 Believe Me. (Malv) After apolice appeal, Worboys

Carrie waives her anonymity. 10.20 Grantchester. (M,R) 11.05 Father Brown. (Mv,R) 11.55 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 2.40 Poh’s Kitchen On The Road. (R)

3.10 Doc Martin. (PGa,R)

4.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

5.00 Insiders. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 3.50pm Talking Tom Heroes. 4.25 4.50 5.15 Zog And The Flying Doctors. 5.40 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Emerald. 7.05 Let’s Go Bananas! 7.30 The Inbestigators. 7.45 The Lady Grace Mysteries. 8.10 With Bertie Gregory. 8.50 Animal Park. 10.20 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Morning Programs. 9.00 DD India 10.00 PBS News Compass Points. 10.30 PBS Washington Week. 11.00 H’lights. 12.00 Garma Festival 2026. 3.00 4.00 Going Places. (PG, R) 4.30 deFrance Femmes. H’lights. 5.30 WWII Women On The Frontline. (PGa, R)

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Alexander The Great: Legendary Conqueror: The Making Of A Hero. (Premiere) 8.25 Las Vegas And The American Dream.

9.25 Castle Secrets. (Mav,R)

10.20 Kennedy: The World At War (1940-1946) (PG,R)

11.10 Guillaume’s Paris. (R) 11.45 Cycling. Femmes. Stage2. 2.15 Framed. (Ml,R) 3.45 Hitler And The Reichstag Fire. (PGav,R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 WorldWatch.

6.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 9: Morning. 7.00 Weekend 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 1.00 To Be Advised. 3.00 3.30 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 9: H’lights. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Weekender.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Voice. 8.40 Farmer Wants A Wife. (Final, PGal) 10.00 Glasgow2026 Commonwealth Games. Day10: Late.

12.00 Glasgow2026 Commonwealth Games. Day10: Overnight.

2.00 Glasgow2026 Commonwealth Games. Day10: Pre-dawn.

3.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. 4pm Cycling. 5.00 WorldWatch. 5.55 World. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 MOVIE: Commando. (1985) 10.10 & Rex. 11.00 Under The Bridge. 12.40am Sex Tape Italy. 1.40 QAnon: The Search For Q. 2.35 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am Morning Programs. 11.00 NRLW Wrap. (PG) 11.30

Sharks vTigers. 1.25 NRL Women’s Premiership. Dragons vRoosters. 3.15 Women’s Premiership. Canberra Raiders vNorth Qld Cowboys. 5.00 News. 5.30 Getaway. (PG)

6.00 9News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE: Legally Blonde2: Red, White And Blonde. commitments. Reese Witherspoon,

9.30 MOVIE: New Year’s Eve. (2011,Ml,R) Intertwining stories set onNew Year’s Eve. Michelle

11.50 Wild Cards. (Mv,R)

12.40 Space Invaders. (PGa,R)

1.30 Next Stop. (PG,R)

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)

2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Helping Hands. (PG,R)

9GEM (81, 92)

6am Morning Programs. 12.50pm MOVIE: 3.00 5.10

MOVIE: 7.30

MOVIE: Lethal Weapon 2. (1989, M) 9.45

MOVIE: 11.40

MOVIE: 1.40am

MOVIE: 3.50 Gideon’s Way. 5.00 Late Programs.

9GO! (82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. 12.50pm Premier 1.25 E World C’ship. Tokyo ePrix. 2.35 Motor 3.45 5.05 MOVIE: Rams. (2020, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers. (2002, M) 11.05 The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power. 12.15am Late Programs.

6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa,R) Follow the staff atthe Animal

7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. arenovation toopen their living spaces will transform their home. 9.50 Airport24/7. (PGad,R) Theairport 10.50 Ambulance Australia. (Madl,R)

Brisbane’s Story Bridge and the team races against time tosave his life. 11.50 FBI. (Mav,R) Anexplosion rocks aBrooklyn apartment complex. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm 1.00 The Master. 2.00 2.30 Better Homes. 3.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 4.30 My Greek Odyssey. 5.30 6.00 7.05 Dog Patrol. 7.30 The Coroner. 8.30 Vera. 10.30 Landscapers. 11.30 The Coroner. 12.30am Late Programs.

Ask your agent: Ask your agent:

“Will my home be “Will my home be featured in Noosa Today?” featured in Noosa

6.00 Hello SA. (PG, R) 6.30 ACA. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Wide World Of Sports. (PG) 11.00 Footy Show. (PG) 11.30 1.25 Warriors vTitans. 3.15 NRL. Tigers vEels. 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Cook 9.30 GCBC. (R) 10.00 Good Food Everyday. (PGa,

6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 The Block.

8.40 60 Minutes. affairs program.

9.40 9News Late.

10.10 The First48: The Abnormals. (Mav) Thehomicide team takes ona missing person’s case. 11.10 Black Widow: The Consequences Of Bigamy. (Mal)

12.00 Murder In The21st: All In The Family. (Mv) 12.50 For The Love Of Pets. (PGm,R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 CampByMe. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

9GEM (81, 92)

6am Morning Programs. Noon MOVIE: 2.15 Poirot. 3.15 vKnights. 5.00 Getaway. 5.30 Midsomer 7.30 8.40 Paramedics. 9.40 Emergency. 10.40 11.40 1.40am 2.10 MOVIE: The Dove. 4.20 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.40 Motor Racing. IndyCar Series. Grand Prix ofNashville.

6.30 10 News+. Hosted byDenham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 MasterChef Australia. tocook head-to-head. 8.15 Watson. (Mav) Thefellows are taken hostage bya man with abomb strapped tohis 9.15 FBI. (Mav) Theteam interviewing aprime minister. 12.00 10 News+. (R) Hosted byDenham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace.

Home Shopping. (R)

Monday, August 3

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6am Morning Programs. 10.45

Father Brown. (Mv, R) 11.30 Nigella At My Table. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 Back Roads. (PG, R) 2.30 Home Delivery. (PG, R) 3.00 Race Around The World. (Ma, R) 4.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (PG, R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG,R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. Presented bySarah Ferguson.

8.00 Australian Story.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.

9.25 Media Watch. (PG) Presented byLinton 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. (PG,R)

11.55 Long Lost Family. (PG,R)

12.40 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv)

2.45 Gardening Australia. (R)

3.45 Love Your Garden. (R)

4.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

5.30 7.30. (R)

6am Morning Programs. 12.00 Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. H’lights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Going Places. (PGa, R) 2.30 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 3.05 Jeopardy! 3.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 4.00 Mastermind Aust. (PG, R) 4.30 Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. H’lights. 5.30 Garma Festival 2026 In Review.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Scandinavia With Simon Reeve. (PG,R)

8.40 24 Hours In Emergency: State Of The Nation. (Mal)

9.35 Alone Australia. (Ml,R)

10.45 SBS World News Late.

11.15 Guillaume’s Paris. (R) 11.45 Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. Stage3. Genève toPoligny.156.5km hilly stage. From Switzerland and France.

2.15 While The Men Are Away. (MA15+s,R)

3.15 Before We Die. (Mlv,R)

4.10 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SEVEN (7)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Clarkson’s Who Wants To Be A Millionaire UK. (PG,R) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. (R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away.

7.30 The Voice. (PG) Theblind auditions continue.

8.50 Glasgow2026 Commonwealth Games. Arecap ofall the golden moments for Australia, including the great moments and stories ofthe athletes inGlasgow.

10.20 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League. (R) Anexpert panel tackles the biggest rugby league topics.

11.20 The Agenda Setters.

12.20 New Amsterdam. (MA15+av,R)

1.20 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.30 Find My Beach House Australia. (R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG,R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG,R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) Theteams work ontheir guest bedrooms.

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

6.00 10 News+. Hosted byDenham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG) Hosted byGrant Denyer. 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG) Hosted byRebecca Gibney.

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PG) Amateur cooks take tothe kitchen. 9.10 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists compete tosee who can remember the most about events ofthe week.

10.10 10’s Late News. Coverage ofnews, sport and weather. 11.10 The Big Bang Theory. (PGs,R) Leonard’s mother visits. 12.00 10 News+. (R) Hosted byDenham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 3pm Play School: Let The Music Play. 3.25 Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Aquatic 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 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.35 Hard Quiz Kids. 10.05 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Ent. Tonight. 8.30 Bold. 9.00 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. 10.00 Millionaire Hot Seat.

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Nganampa Anwernekenhe. 2.00 Strait To The Plate. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 4.35 Dreaming Big. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Garma Festival 2026 In Review. 6.40 Waterworld Africa. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Living Black. 9.15 One Mind, One Heart. 10.45 Garma Festival 2026 In Review. 11.45 Late Programs.

Tuesday, August 4

ABC TV (2)

6am Morning Programs. 2pm Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. 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. 9.15 The UnBelievable. 10.05 The Americans. 11.55 Sex Tape Italy. 1am Hells Angels: Kingdom Come. 2.50 Late Programs.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Morning Programs. Noon That Good Night. (2017, Ma) 1.45 The Man Who Knew 3.45 The Silver Brumby. (1993, PG) 5.30 The Grass Harp. (1995, PGal) 7.30 Strangeness. (2022, Malns, Italian) 9.30 Two Tickets To Greece. (2022, Mdlnv) 11.35 The Humbling. (2014, Malsv) 1.35am John Wick. (2014, MA15+v) 3.30 Late Programs.

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

7MATE (74)

6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Perth Super 440. H’lights. 3.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Perth Super 440. H’lights. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League. 8.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 9.30 Gem Hunters Down Under. 10.30 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon David Attenborough’s Asia. 1.00 Midsomer Murders. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: The Count Of Monte-Cristo. (1975, PG) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 The Madame Blanc Mysteries. 9.40 TBA. 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 Parental Guidance. 3.30 Baywatch. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Baywatch. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Shazam! (2019, M) 11.05 Seinfeld. 12.05am The 100. 12.55 Winter House. (Final) 1.45 Below Deck. 2.35 Jeopardy! UK. 3.30 Big Rigs Of Oz. 4.00 Late Programs.

SBS (3)

SEVEN (7) 6am Morning Programs. 10.30 Kitchen Cabinet. (R) 11.00 Lucy Worsley’s Victorian Murder Club. (Final, PGa, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Grantchester. (M, R) 1.55 Back Roads. (PG, R) 2.25 Home Delivery. (PG, R) 2.55 Race Around The World. (Ma, R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGv, R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

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

7.30 7.30. 8.00 Foreign Correspondent. 8.30 Kitchen Cabinet. 9.05 The Assembly: Jimmy Barnes. (PGa,R) 9.50 Compass. (R) 10.20 ABC Late News. 10.35 The Business. (R) 10.50 Four Corners. (R) 11.45 Media Watch. (PG,R) 12.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (Mv,R) 12.45 Long Lost Family. (R) 1.30 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv) 2.45 Gardening Australia. (R) 3.45 Love Your Garden. (R) 4.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 4.05pm Andy’s Aquatic 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. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.45 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.30 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 9.55 BattleBots. 10.40 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Morning Programs. 12.00 Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. H’lights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Queens That Changed The World. (PGav, R) 3.00 The Cook Up. (R) 3.35 Jeopardy! 4.00 Letters And Numbers. (R) 4.30 North American Fan Feasts. (R) 5.00 Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. H’lights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Portugal With Michael Portillo. (PG,R) 8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline: Let’s Talk About Sex, Habibi. 10.00 SBS World News Late. 10.30 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy. (PG,R)

11.20 Guillaume’s Paris. (PGl,R) 11.50 Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. Stage4.

2.15 While The Men Are Away. (MA15+s,R)

3.20 Before We Die. (Malv,R)

4.10 Bamay. (R) 5.00 WorldWatch.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Clarkson’s Who Wants To Be A Millionaire UK. (PG,R) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. (R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. Levi and Cash are out ofoptions.

7.30 The Voice. (PG)

8.45 Madonna & Graham. (Ma) Graham Norton chats with Madonna. 10.00 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA. (Ml) Gordon Ramsay heads toHouston. 11.00 The Agenda Setters.

12.00 Happy’s Place. (PGal)

12.30 New Amsterdam. (MA15+av,R)

1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. 2pm Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. H’lights. 4.05 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 Americans. 11.55 Sex Tape Italy. 12.55am While The Men Are Away. 1.30 Late Programs.

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. 8.30 Inspector Morse. 10.50 Escape To The Country. 11.50 Hornby: A Model Empire. 12.50am Late Programs.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl,R) 1.00 Space Invaders. (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.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl)

8.40 Banjo And Ro’s Grand Island Hotel. (Premiere, PG)

9.55 9News Late.

10.25 The Teacher: Body In The Lake. (Premiere, MA15+als) (Ml)

12.15 Tipping Point. (PG,R)

1.10 GolfBarons. (PG,R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Building Ideas. (PG,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 Death In Paradise. 1.00 TBA. 2.00 The Madame Blanc Mysteries. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Twice Round The Daffodils. (1962, 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.

9GO! (82, 93) 6am Morning Programs. 1.25pm Monsieur Verdoux. (1947, PGa) 3.40 What We Did On Our Holiday. (2014, PGa) 5.30 Bye Bye Birdie. (1963, PGa) 7.35 When In Rome.

Parental Guidance. 4.00 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Pawn Stars. 1.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 2.30 Gem Hunters Down Under. 3.30 Duck Dynasty. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Truckers. 8.30 Outback Wreckers. (Premiere) 9.30 Outback Truckers. 10.30 Heavy Tow Truckers Down Under. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Ent. Tonight. (R) 6.30 Bold. (PG, R) 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (PG, R) 7.30

6.00 10 News+. Hosted byDenham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace.

6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG) Hosted byGrant Denyer.

Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG) Hosted byRebecca Gibney.

The Traitors Australia. (Return, PGl) Hosted byGretel Killeen.

The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take alook atthe week that was.

Wednesday, August 5

ABC TV (2)

6am Morning Programs. 10.55 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 11.25 Back Roads. (PG, R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club.

1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Back Roads. (PG, R) 2.30 Home Delivery. (R) 2.55 Race Around The World. (PG, R) 4.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGv, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG,R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG)

8.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG)

Hosted bycomedian Adam Hills.

9.00 New Zealand Spy. (Mv) Michael follows alead toa Marlborough vineyard.

9.25 Race Around The World. (Ma,R)

10.30 ABC Late News.

10.45 The Business. (R)

11.00 Treasure & Dirt. (Mal,R)

12.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (Mav,R)

12.45 Long Lost Family. (R)

1.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

2.45 Gardening Australia. (R)

3.40 Love Your Garden. (R)

4.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

5.30 7.30. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 3pm Play School: Let The Music Play. 3.25 Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Aquatic 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. 8.05 Young Sheldon. 8.30 Young Sheldon. 8.50 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.30 The Piano. 10.30 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. 12.35pm MOVIE: Regard Noir. (2021, PG) 2.00 Strait To The Plate. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 4.35 Dreaming Big. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.35 News. 6.05 Bamay. 6.45 Waterworld Africa. 7.35 Breaking Wild. 8.30 Bull Riding. PBR Aust. 9.30 Over The Black Dot. 10.00 Inside The Huddle. 10.30 MOVIE: Restless River. (2019, M) 12.15am Late Programs.

Thursday, August 6

ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 BBC News At Ten. 10.30 France 24. 11.00 Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. H’lights. 12.00 Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. H’lights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. H’lights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Alone Australia. (Ml)

8.40 Titanic Sinks Tonight. (Ma) Titanic battles the freezing Atlantic.

9.45 Six Four. (Mv) Annabel isheld captive atan isolated farmhouse.

10.40 Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. Stage5. Mâcon toBelleville-en-Beaujolais.140km hilly stage. From France.

2.15 While The Men Are Away. (MA15+s,R)

3.20 Before We Die. (MA15+v,R)

4.15 Bamay: Bundjalung –Northern NSW Pt 2. (PG,R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SEVEN (7)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Clarkson’s Who Wants To Be A Millionaire UK. (PG,R) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. (R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 The1% Club UK. (PGl,R)

8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Takes alighter look atall things AFL. (PG) Hosted byHamish McLachlan.

10.00 The Agenda Setters. Anexpert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics.

11.00 The Fall And Rise Of Reggie Dinkins. (PGals)

11.30 Stumble. (PGals)

12.00 Everything I Know About Love. (MA15+ls)

1.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. 2pm Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. H’lights. 4.05 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 Americans. 11.55 Threesome. 1am Sex Tape Italy. (Final) 2.00 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

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

7MATE (74) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Morning Programs. 12.15pm The Silver Brumby. (1993, PG) 2.00 The Grass Harp. (1995, PGal) 4.00 A King In New York. (1957, PGa) 5.55 The Lady And The Highwayman. (1989, PGasv) 7.40 The Great Escaper. (2023, Mal) 9.30 The Beautiful Summer. (2023, MA15+ns, French, Italian) 11.35 How To Get Ahead In Advertising. (1989) 1.25am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Outback Truckers. 2.30 Heavy Tow Truckers Down Under. 3.30 Duck Dynasty. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 The Force: BTL. 9.00 Soccer. Calcio Italiano Tournament. AC Milan vInter Milan. 11.00 Caught On Dashcam. Midnight Late Programs.

Reach

SBS (3)

SEVEN (7) 6am Morning Programs. 10.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 11.00 New Zealand Spy. (Mv, R) 11.25 Dr Karl’s How Things Work. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Believe Me. (Malv, R) 1.45 Back Roads. (R) 2.15 Home Delivery. (PG, R) 3.00 Race Around The World. (M, R) 4.00 Frankie Drake. (PGv, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. H’lights. 12.00 Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. H’lights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 The Royals: A History Of Scandals. (PG, R) 3.00 Going Places. (PGa, R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. H’lights.

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG,R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads: Coonamble, NSW. (PG)

8.30 Grand Designs: Wirral Revisit. 9.15 Treasure & Dirt. (Mal,R) 10.20 ABC Late News. 10.35 The Business. (R) 10.50 Frankie Drake Mysteries. (PG,R) 11.35 Long Lost Family. 12.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 2.45 Gardening Australia. (R) 3.40 Love Your Garden. (R) 4.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 3.25pm Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Aquatic 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. 8.05 Young Sheldon. 8.30 Young Sheldon. 8.50 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.30 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 10.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Spain With Michael Portillo. (PG) 8.30 Eva Longoria: Searching For France. (PGav) 9.20 Say Nothing.

10.10 SBS World News Late. 10.40 Guillaume’s Paris. (R) 11.45 Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. Stage6.

2.15 While The Men Are Away. (Mdsv,R)

3.15 Before We Die. (Mal,R)

4.10 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Beat The Chasers UK. (R) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. (R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away.

7.30 7News Presents: Ekka150.

8.00 Highway Patrol. (PGl,R)

8.30 Air Crash Investigations: Mixed Measures. (PGa)

9.30 Ron Iddles: The Good Cop: The (Madlv,R)

10.30 Australia’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. (MA15+alv,R)

11.30 Motorway Patrol. (PGl,R)

12.00 Mr Robot. (MA15+adlsv,R)

1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (72) SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning Programs. 2pm Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. Tour deFrance Femmes. H’lights. 4.05 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 Alone Australia. 11.20 The Americans. 1.05am The Change. 2.05 Sex Tape Germany. 3.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.00 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PGam, 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 The Block. (PGl)

8.40 The F Ward. (Premiere, MA15+lm) Agroup ofinterns issent tothe underfunded Pines Hospital tocomplete their medical training.

9.40 To Be Advised.

10.40 Freddy And The Eighth. (Ml)

11.35 9News Late.

12.05 Tipping Point. (PG,R)

1.00 Destination WA.

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.

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon New Tricks. 1.10 Agatha Christie’s Marple. 3.10 Antiques Roadshow. 3.40 MOVIE: At The Earth’s Core. (1976, PG) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.40 Rizzoli & Isles. 11.40 Poirot. 12.40am Antiques Roadshow. 1.10 1.40 Late Programs. 9GEM (81, 92)

9GO! (82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Way. 11.45 The Summit. 2.30pm Baywatch. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Baywatch. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice. (2016, M) 11.30 Seinfeld. 12.30am Legacies. (Return) 1.20 Below Deck. 2.10 Parental Guidance. 3.30 4.00 Late Programs.

6.00 10 News+. Hosted byDenham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace.

6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG) Hosted byGrant Denyer. 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG,R) 7.30 The Traitors Australia. (PGl) Twenty-one players band together towin ashare ofup to$250,000 through deception, lies and betrayal. 9.00 Boston Blue. (Ma) Lena’s pursuit ofjustice forces Danny into anunexpected role reversal. Sarah faces apersonal dilemma. 10.00 10’s Late News. Coverage ofnews, sport and weather. 11.00 The Cheap Seats. (Mal,R) 12.00 10 News+. (R) Hosted byDenham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

6am Morning Programs. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Karen Pirie. 10.30 Genius: Einstein. 11.30 Father Brown. 12.30am Bargain Hunt. 1.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.15 Getaway. (PG, R) 1.45 My Way. (R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG,R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG,R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG,R) 5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (PG, R) 7.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R)

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round23. Gold Coast Titans vNorth Queensland Cowboys.

9.55 NRL Thursday Night Footy Post-Match.

10.40 9News Late.

11.10 Ski Rescue Down Under. (Ml)

12.05 Tipping Point. (PG,R)

1.00 Next Stop. (R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

4.30 A Current Affair. (R)

Today.

9GEM (81, 92)

6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon As Time Goes By. 1.00 Midsomer Murders. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Carry On Cowboy. (1965, PG) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 RBT. 8.30 A+E After Dark. 9.30 Emergency. 10.30 Chicago Med. 11.30 See No Evil. 12.40am Antiques Roadshow. 1.10 Late Programs.

BTL. 3.30 Duck Dynasty. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Football. AFL. Western Bulldogs vNorth Melbourne. 10.30 AFL Post-Game. 11.00 Kick Ons. 11.30 MOVIE: Resident Evil: Apocalypse. (2004, M) 1.30am The Front Bar. 3.00 Golf. LIV Golf League New York. 9GO! (82, 93) 6am Morning Programs. 1.10pm What We Did On Our Holiday.

10 News+.

Deal Or No Deal. (PG,R) Hosted byGrant Denyer. 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG) Hosted byRebecca Gibney. 7.30 NCIS:

For those whose idea of the perfect holiday is relaxing without the crowds, enjoying exceptional dining and exploring spectacular destinations in style, then Norwegian Spirit offers a refreshing new way to cruise.

Purposefully designed for adults seeking a more refined holiday experience, Norwegian Spirit returns to Sydney in December 2026 for her biggest Australian season yet.

With more Sydney departures than ever before, travelers can choose from a collection of eight to 14-night round-trip voyages exploring Australia and New Zealand throughout summer, or escape to the tropical beauty of the South Pacific with extended sailings available from April through December in both 2026 and 2027.

Unlike many larger, family-focused cruise ships, Norwegian Spirit has been thoughtfully designed for guests who appreciate space, comfort and a more relaxed atmosphere. Without waterslides or kids’ clubs, the ship offers an intimate, sophisticated onboard experience while still delivering all the exceptional dining, entertainment and facilities Norwegian Cruise Line is renowned for.

Recently revitalised from bow to stern, Norwegian Spirit combines contemporary elegance with modern luxury. Guests can indulge in an impressive selection of 14 dining venues, including favourites such as Onda by Scarpetta, Cagney’s Steakhouse and Le Bistro, complemented by elegant complimentary restaurants offering cuisine to suit every taste.

Evenings are equally memorable, with nine stylish bars and lounges providing the perfect setting for a sunset cocktail or after-dinner drink. Whether you’re unwinding beside the adults-only Spice H2O retreat, enjoying the tranquillity of

the Mandara Spa Thermal Suite or taking in spectacular live productions including Blazing Boots and Ignite the Night, every day offers the perfect balance of relaxation and entertainment.

The company believe one of Norwegian Spirit’s greatest advantages is her size. Carrying fewer guests creates a more personal cruising experience, with attentive service, spacious public areas, quieter decks and effortless embarkation. It’s an ideal choice for couples, solo travelers and anyone seeking a premium cruise where comfort and personalised service take centre stage.

With destination-rich itineraries departing conveniently from Sydney, Norwegian Spirit offers Australians and New Zealanders an effortless opportunity to experience world-class cruising

close to home. Whether you’re discovering the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand, exploring Australia’s stunning coastline or soaking up the sunshine of the South Pacific, every voyage promises unforgettable memories.

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Their experienced team at Tewantin Travel would love to help their customers discover everything Norwegian Spirit has to offer. Theyl take the time to match the traveler with the perfect itinerary, cabin and inclusions, ensuring a holiday tailored to the individual from the moment they book.

Visit us at 11/91 Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin, call (07) 5447 1011, email admin@tewantintravel. com, or drop in and chat with their friendly team.

Whether the elegant Norwegian Spirit or any of the incredible ships in the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet are being considered, they are there to help find the perfect voyage.

And if you’re already dreaming about Christmas 2027, be sure to ask us about our special group departure aboard Norwegian Jade, sailing from Singapore on 21 December 2027. Leave the planning and the Christmas cooking to someone else while you celebrate the festive season in style, surrounded by great company, wonderful destinations and all the magic of cruising. It’s a Christmas you’ll remember for years to come.

Cruising through Christmas

Viking invite their guests to discover the magic of the festive season along Europe’s rivers.

As winter settles over Europe, the continent’s cities and riverside towns transform into a sparkling wonderland of timeless traditions, cozy indulgence and the magic of traditional Christmas’ that many Australians have never experienced.

From the fairytale facades of Strasbourg to the glittering market squares of Cologne and Vienna, Europe’s Christmas markets offer more than just festive shopping.

They are also very much immersive cultural experiences so different from our own where centuries-old customs meet the scent of roasted chestnuts, the sparkle of hand-blown ornaments and the warmth of mulled wine shared beneath twinkling lights.

And according to Viking there is no more enchanting way to explore the markets than by a river voyage.

Imagine gently gliding along those storied waterways including the Rhine, Danube, Main, Moselle and Elbe – being delivered directly into the heart of towns and baroque cities that look like they are right out of a Christmas story book.

Each market has it’s own character, Some are set against Gothic cathedrals, others tucked into medieval courtyards or sprawled out along riverside promenades.

All are filled with artisan stalls brimming with handmade gifts and regional delicacies perfect for browsing while the sounds of brass bands and choirs echo through cobbled streets.

It’s a chance to stop and take in nativity scenes and candlelit processions and enjoy local specialities including Quarkballcher and Gluhwein.

Viking offer a chance to embark on a holiday voyage and visit festive Christmas markets located in iconic cities across Germany, France, Austria, Hungary and beyond.

An opportunity to discover the origins of cherished traditions, take in stunning seasonal landscapes and immerse yourself in the welcoming spirit of the season.

From joyful decorations and sumptuous regional delicacies to warming mugs of cocoa and glühwein, the have tours that allow visitors to experience the wintertime delights of some of Europe’s most beloved destinations, including Paris, Vienna and Berlin.

There are also Pre and Post Cruise Extensions—Christmas Markets to add on including two nights in Switzerland’s beautiful Basel with a chance to shop for handicrafts at quaint markets, a cherished European tradition, and explore the winding cobblestone streets lined with medieval houses and decorated window displays.

Take a guided walking tour through the historic city, passing through Marktplatz, or Market Square, and visit the Christmas markets and then have an afternoon free to explore perhaps returning to Münsterplatz, where the thin towers of the 13th-century Romanesque Cathedral overlook the wooden chalets of its festive market or pick up a sweet treat at a Swiss chocolatier to take home.

Or maybe spend the day in one of Austria’s most scenic alpine cities, Salzburg, and visit its renowned Christmas market. The setting of the beloved film The Sound of Music, Salzburg is also the birthplace of renowned classical composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Drive with a guide past charming mountain villages, rolling hills and pristine lakes. Upon arrival in this glorious city, enjoy a guided walking tour of the Italianate Old Town, strolling past high-baroque architecture and gaining an intimate view of Salzburg.

Continue to Domplatz, for an opportunity to browse the stalls of the traditional Christkindlmarkt, one of the world’s oldest Advent markets. Then, savor lunch in Austria’s oldest restaurant, named for the church, as classically trained singers and musicians regale you with songs in the spirt of the musical The Sound of Music.

For further information please visit www.viking.com or phone 138 747.

Showdown Shorts returns

Showdown Shorts, the Sunshine Coast’s feelgood film festival, returns for its second year. The festival invites short film submissions from both adult and student filmmakers. Eligible participants include filmmakers from the Sunshine Coast and independent filmmakers from Oceania. Entrants are invited to submit short films of up to 10 minutes in the Open and Independent categories, with Next-Gen Student films capped at 7 minutes.

As the Sunny Coast Showdown has expanded to support larger-scale projects, it remains committed to providing opportunities for emerging filmmakers and students to showcase their work.

“The connection Showdown Shorts has to the Screen Collective is incredibly valuable,” says 2025 Cadetship graduate Rae Gunn. “It’s a festival that genuinely uplifts and provides resources for its entrants, and with so many younger filmmakers trying to enter the industry, that’s important.”

“Showdown Shorts is a phenomenal opportunity for local film creatives to get their work in front of local audiences and raise their stature within the filmmaking community,” says Showdown Shorts judge Bill Missett. “As a judge, I am consistently impressed with the level of quality I am seeing from both emerging and established local filmmakers. It’s a great chance to get a gauge on the pulse of the community. ”

Recipients of the Sunshine Coast Open and Next-Gen award will win professional camera-kit prizes sponsored by our partner Camera House Maroochydore, while Oceania Independent winners and runner-ups will receive generous cash prizes. “It creates the perfect opportunity to pick up a camera and make something - not just for the joy of the process but a chance to share your film with a captive audience,” says 2025 Showdown Shorts winner Jordan Lawrence. “And you might win an incredible camera too!”

The deadline for Showdown Shorts entries is Monday, 31 August. Successful entrants will be notified on Thursday, 1 October. All entries

Guitar spectacular to entertain people at Caloundra

The Sunshine Coast is in for a treat when three outstanding Australian guitarists come together for Acoustic Guitar Spectacular at The Events Centre, Caloundra on Thursday 27 August.

Hosted by three-time CMAA Golden Guitar Award winner and internationally recognised guitarist Michael Fix, the concert highlights the skill, precision and creativity that have made this series a favourite with Queensland audiences.

Joining him are Jason McGregor and Craig Claxton, two highly respected musicians with distinct styles. McGregor is a National Fingerstyle Guitar Champion known for his versatile musicianship and soulful vocal work. His performances have taken him across Australia and internationally, earning industry awards and a strong following. Claxton brings over 50 years of experience, shaped by blues, rock and jazz influences. He has performed with a long list of celebrated Australian artists and remains

a sought-after guitarist, educator and session player.

Together, Fix, McGregor and Claxton present a diverse program that spans multiple styles and influences. The 2026 Acoustic Guitar Spectacular offers audiences a rare opportunity to experience three accomplished players share the stage, each bringing their own voice and musical history to this much-loved annual event.

Award winning guitarist Michael Fix is well regarded with in the industry, with Guitarist Australia Magazine giving him a glowing review.

“His interpretations of other people’s tunes have a fresh individuality about them, while his own compositions draw on diverse influences to create a personal uniqueness that is easy to listen to, but hard to reproduce.”

Acoustic Guitar Spectacular has been an annual touring event for over fifteen years, and every season brings fresh surprises and a different

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theme.

“This year will have a distinct funky Blues and Jazz flavour with Jason McGregor and Craig Claxton on board.

Often the highlights of these concerts occur when we solo artists combine as a trio, with set pieces and room to ‘stretch out’ . That’s always fun and exciting for us, as well as audiences,” Fix said.

The show is touring from 21-30 August, visiting Maleny Community Centre, Coolum Civic Centre, Brisbane City Hall, Redlands Performing Arts Centre, Cleveland, The Majestic Theatre, Pomona and Eudlo Hall

The Acoustic Guitar Spectacular will be at The Events, Centre, Caloundra on Thursday 27 August, 7.30pm.

Tickets from $42.

Book at theeventscentre.com.au/event/ acoustic-guitar-spectacular/

Romance at Cooroy

Noosa music lovers haven’t seen anything of popular Coast musicians Pacific Chamber Players this year mainly because co-ordinator and harpsichord/pianist Janet Brewer has been taking a break after 20 years on the Coast’s concert circuit

She’s back now and she describes the group’s first programme for the year on Sunday 16 August, at Cooroy as a “very special one.”

Sue Hunkin (oboe), Christy Dykes (clarinet), Neil Heymink (bassoon), Sharelle Guest (flute) and Janet are presenting “A Romantic Rendezvous” with works by female Romantic composers, in particular Louise Farrenc, Cecile Chaminade, Clara Schumann and Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel.

“The music of these composers and pianists adds an emotional depth and enchantment to

the canon of Romantic music,” she told Noosa Today.

“Louise Farrenc’s “Nonet” takes the listener on an exciting classical journey. Composed in 1849 it is perhaps one of her more well-known Chamber works.

“Schumann’s piano trio is lyrical with inventive harmonies and Fanny Mendelssohn’s Nocturne is pure emotion. Add Chaminade’s Flute Concertino and our audience can expect an afternoon of enthralling music.”

“A Romantic Rendezvous.” Sunday 16 August at 2.30pm. Cooroy Memorial Hall. Tickets $35 adult, $33 concession, $12 school student. Available online at www.pacificchamberplayers.com or cash at the door.

Swinging into Jazz Festival

From August 28 to September 6, Noosa will once again come alive with the sound of smooth percussion, bass tones and swinging jazz drifting off the river. The Noosa Jazz Festival returns and brings the kind of relaxed sophistication Noosa does better than almost anywhere else on the coast.

The Noosa Jazz Club is presenting a 10day program spanning concert theatres, sunset river cruises, restaurant events, bar gigs and a free outdoor concert at the Noosaville Lions park by the Noosa River - a fitting mix for a festival that understands it is as much about atmosphere and location as it is about music.

If you like your jazz served with a side of Italian you need to know about this event: Jazz on the Terrace, on Friday 28 August from midday at 250 Grammi Restaurant in Noosaville. The Coast Jazz Trio — Roger Koller on bass, Glen Knox on vocals and

guitar, and Stan May on sax — will provide the cool and jazzy live soundtrack to a three-course Italian banquet lunch finished with a traditional cannoli. Tickets are $115 per person with bookings at: www. trybooking.com/DLYWI

Events like this where you can relax by the river, have good food and company, all with a backdrop of live jazz are why this festival has built a reputation for joy that is just naturally Noosa. It isn’t just about headline concerts at The J Theatre - it’s the lunches, the cruises at a river or beach restaurant where a live jazz combo can entertain you. For visitors and locals alike, it’s a reminder that Noosa’s jazz tradition is very much alive and very much worth booking early for.

For more information visit www.noosajazzclub.com

NOOSA JAZZ FESTIVAL 2026

Artist among the greats

Most artists spend a lifetime dreaming of having their work recognised alongside the great masters.

Buderim-based contemporary artist Ashvin Harrison is now doing something even fewer have achieved, outselling several of the most celebrated names in art history.

The Sunshine Coast artist has ranked among the best-selling artists in Europe’s highly competitive print-on-demand market, surpassing the print sales of Pablo Picasso, Leonardo da Vinci and Pierre-Auguste Renoir while sitting behind only Gustav Klimt, Claude Monet and Vincent van Gogh.

The achievement, confirmed through German fine art publisher Posterlounge during the 2023-2024 period, places Harrison fourth overall in print sales, making him the highest-ranked contemporary artist on the list. The prints part of this extraordinary achievement includes Harrison’s 2016-2022 reproduction print collection.

Following on from this, in 2023, an intentional decision was made to close out all mass market distribution licences to fully protect the scarcity of his physical market. Everything is now tightly controlled out of Ashvin Harrison Art Studio, elevating the print medium into exclusive low volume museum grade fine art glicees.

For Harrison, the sales accomplishment is difficult to comprehend.

“I never imagined my work would one day be mentioned in the same conversation as artists whose names shaped the history of art,” Harrison said.

“To think that people around the world are choosing my artwork alongside some of the greatest masters ever to hold a paintbrush is incredibly humbling.”

Less than a decade ago, Harrison was a Head of Department at a Queensland high school after having worked more than 30 different jobs throughout his life.

Despite being creative from an early age through music and composition, it was only after the passing of his grandfather that Harrison

turned to drawing as a way of processing grief.

What began as a personal outlet using charcoal soon evolved into a professional career after people began noticing his unique artistic style. In January 2017, Harrison made the bold decision to leave teaching and pursue art fulltime.

“It was one of the biggest risks of my life. I walked away from security because I believed I had something unique to offer the world,” Harrison said.

Today, his artwork is collected in more than 50 countries across Australia, North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

Harrison’s work has become internationally recognised for its distinctive artistic style known as Motusrealism, which combines hyper-realistic charcoal drawing using coconut charcoal powder with expressive acrylic and oil painting to create artworks filled with movement, emotion and storytelling.

Rather than producing artwork purely for decoration, Harrison aims to create pieces that connect emotionally with people and invite them to interpret each work through their own experiences.

“I’ve never wanted to paint what people expect, I want to create artwork that makes people

stop, think and feel something,” Harrison said.

“My work isn’t about perfection, it’s about creating emotion.”

Unlike many artists who rely heavily on gallery representation, Harrison has built much of his international success by connecting directly with collectors through digital platforms.

His artwork videos have generated more than one billion views across social media, helping him build a community of more than two million followers worldwide.

That audience has translated into collectors across more than 50 countries, millions of dollars in artwork sales and growing demand for both original works and limited editions.

“The internet has allowed artists to build relationships directly with collectors in ways that simply weren’t possible twenty years ago,” Harrison said.

“I’ve been fortunate to build an incredible community that has followed my journey from the very beginning.”

While Harrison acknowledged the significance of his European sales ranking, he said commercial success has never been the primary motivation behind his work.

“The greatest achievement isn’t selling artwork, it is knowing that something I created has become part of someone’s life and means enough for them to live with it every day,” Harrison said.

Harrison’s international profile continues to grow through gallery representation in New York, Miami, Philadelphia and Montreal, while preparations are underway for his upcoming New York solo exhibition and the release of an Australian-made couture fashion collaboration inspired by his artwork.

He also plans to expand museum and institutional representation while continuing to build what he hopes will become one of Australia’s most enduring contemporary art legacies.

“If that work continues to connect with people around the world, then I feel incredibly fortunate to keep doing what I love every day.”

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Tigers surge clear of rivals

By Julian Pitts

The Rococo Noosa Tigers have pushed ahead game clear in the vital eighth spot after a gritty but impressive 14 point win over Sherwood last Saturday. With a great crowd in attendance coinciding with the Tigers annual ‘Past players and life members’ day, it was an impressive second half showing that got the job done for Noosa. There were good players all over the ground for the victors. Teenagers Rory McKenzie,Zion Kendall (on debut) and Riley Mackay were superb for the Tigers. I really liked the game of Kurtis Flakemore in defence who for the entire four quarters was a standout. Tait Winter continues his great run of ‘just stopping’ form in key defensive areas and local boy Mav Pettigrove continually set Noosa up across half back with his precise kicking and clever playmaking. Will McKenzie was prominent also across all four quarters bagging three important goals whilst the work of Sam Willoughby in the middle was once again extremely notice-

able and a big reason behind the win.

Wheelen, Airey Bamback and Muir were busy up forward whilst once again Paddy Monk rucked manfully against much bigger opposition once again.

The colts and Reserves both had fantastic victories to set the scene for the main game with

both these grades well clear in the finals backer with 3 games to go. The Noosa Men’s teams have a bye this week before embarking on the tough journey down to Brisbane to face competition Powerhouse Morningside. The Tigers should regain the services of names like Burns,McNally and Jellyman Turner post bye!

A very exciting month of footy coming up!

Media Award Votes

5. R.McKenzie

4. K. Flakemore

3. S.Willoughby

2. W. McKenzie

1. M. Pettigrove

Our Senior Women were once again outstanding thumping fourth placed Kedron by over 10 goals. The team in equal top of their comp with important fixture games against Pine Rivers and fellow ladder leaders Redcliffe coming up. Teenagers Ayla Airdrie and Maya Bovalino the best for Noosa with veteran Ragen Mills finding plenty of

of the ball also.Its Pine Rivers in Brisbane this Saturday from 4.45pm got the girls!

Media Award Votes

5. A. Airdrie

4. M. Bovalino

3. K. Barker

2. R. Mills

1. G. Gill

And a massive shout out to all those who attended another very successful past players and life members day. Fantastic to see names like Thornley, Buchanan, Bunney and ofcourse Lenny Daddow who as a co club founder gave us all an insight of where the club has come from. Great to see Steve Trott one of stars from the 90s make the journey up from Tassie. A big thank you to Scotty McKenzie, Evil Duke, Judy Meagher and Jen Wood for helping get the day organised. Another fun day!

All the best to all those representing Noosa this weekend!

Lions’ hard-fought win against Gympie over the weekend

By Alasdair Scott

Keeping their lead at the top of the table meant a home win over Gympie on Saturday night was essential. It wasn’t an easy win. Not for the first time in recent weeks, the Noosa Lions Senior Mens team found themselves needing to show their resilience. Gympie took the lead midway through the first half with the goal coming straight from a corner. Keen to hold onto their lead, Gympie pressed every Noosa player in possession and suffocated the midfield with their organisation and determination. Evading his marker, Oli Williams broke down the left and crossed to his brother, Jack, who was shoved to the ground as he went to head the ball. Verdict: penalty and the only person in the ground dis-

puting the referee’s decision was the guilty defender!

Ollie Blackmore, just as he had done in the reverse fixture, duly slotted the penalty home. As Jack and Oli Williams saw their fine ‘finishes’ disallowed for off-side, the scores were level as the teams went into the half-time break.

Gympie had an early chance in the second half and continued to stifle Noosa’s ability to create clear cut chances. Matt Pombart was working hard as Noosa’s defensive midfielder and retaining possession impressively despite the Gympie press. The home side were showing some neat touches, but a lack of width meant most of their attempts to pass their way through the Gympie backline were unsuccessful or their forwards were caught off-side. A lovely move

down the right-hand side led to a great chance for Ollie Blackmore, but his shot was bravely blocked by the Gympie ‘keeper.

In the 75th minute, Cameron Boldy was forced into a similar great save with his legs as Gympie threatened on the break. A few minutes later, good work by Blackmore gave Jack Williams possession on the left wing. As he cut in and drove towards the box, he unleashed a dipping right foot shot from twenty yards. To the delight of his team mates and the home crowd, it flew into the top right corner and Noosa had a deserved 2-1 lead.

With the clock ticking down, both teams had chances to score. Oli Williams had another goal disallowed for a foul on the ‘keeper who also made a great save to prevent Williams add-

ing a third goal. “A tough game and credit to Gympie, who really made us work hard for the victory” commented Luke Becconsall, Noosa’s Coach.

The Under 23’s also had a tight game and a narrow 1-0 win, courtesy of a brilliant free kick by captain, Nic Jancevski.

Next Saturday, the Noosa Lions travel to Baringa, with kick-offs at 4pm for Under 23s and 6pm for the Senior Mens team.

The football world lost a true legend last week with the death of Kevin Keegan. A winner as a player, an inspirational manager and a true gentleman, the Maya Angelou quote is a fitting tribute: ‘People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel’

Pickleball club is thriving

From a very happy and confident club President Nichols Hooper (often referred to as Hoops), comes these opening remarks. ‘’The Noosa Pickleball Club has reached another milestone, with membership now exceeding 420 players - an extraordinary increase of more than 120 per cent in recent years.

The Council recognizes the important role community sport plays in improving physical and mental wellbeing, encouraging social inclusion, and promoting healthy, active lifestyles. Its ongoing support and open communication, have been invaluable as we plan for the future.”

The remarkable growth reflects not only the popularity of pickleball locally, but also the incredible worldwide rise, of what has become one of the fastest growing sports on the planet. Its appeal is simple: pickleball is easy to learn, suitable for all ages and abilities, inexpensive to play, and offers a wonderful combination of exercise, social connection and friendly competition.

What makes the Noosa Club particularly special, is the welcome and inclusive atmosphere. ‘’Every week we see new players join the sport, from retirees looking for an active lifestyle, to younger families, discovering a game that everyone can enjoy together. Many members tell us that while they came for the sport, they stayed, because of the friendship and strong sense of community.”

However, with such rapid growth comes the challenge of providing enough court space. Fortunately, the Noosa club enjoys an outstanding working relationship with the Noosa Council, and they sincerely appreciate the Councils willingness to engage with them, as they work together to identify additional playing venues, to meet the increasing demand.

As pickleball continues to grow across Aus-

tralia and around the world, we are confident that Noosa will remain one of the leading regional communities, embracing this exciting sport. The club is committed to ensuring that players of all ages and skill levels have the opportunity to enjoy the game, in a welcoming safe and inclusive environment.

‘’Looking ahead,’’ said Hoops, “we are excited about the opportunities to expand our facilities, introduce even more people to the sport and continue building one of the most vibrant sporting communities on the Sunshine Coast. On behalf of our committee and members, I would like to thank everyone who has contributed to the club’s success-from our dedicated volunteers and coachers to the Noosa Council and our wonderful members. Together, we are helping ensure that pickleball continues to flourish in Noosa for many years to come.

Dolphins’ strong performances among junior teams

U15s Ray White Noosa Dolphins Round 11

It was another big test for Ray White Noosa Dolphins U15s on Saturday as they took on the competition leaders for the second week running. Caloundra struck first, but the Dolphins showed plenty of grit to head into the break with a 7-5 lead thanks to Luke’s try and Nate’s conversion. Caloundra gained the upper hand early in the second half, capitalising on a lapse in Noosa’s defensive resolve to score a string of quick tries. To their credit, the Dolphins never stopped competing, crossing late as they rediscovered their fighting spirit. While Caloundra held on for a 2912 victory, the scoreboard didn’t tell the full story of the team’s outstanding conduct, discipline and sportsmanship; a credit to the players, coaches and supporters.

U14s

The U14s continued their dominant streak on the field against Maroochydore on the Swans home turf over the weekend. At first, it was a titfor-tat contest, with tries and conversions from both sides maintaining an even scoreboard. However, a try from Jack late in the first half shifted momentum in the Ray White Noosa Dolphins favour. Despite the tight competition, the boys came back to the second half the better team overall. Great driving force from the forwards like Noah up the middle resulted in another two tries. Caesar worked well on the boot, able to convert 3 of the 5 tries from Jack and Zane. Overall, the team continues to go from strength to strength in their play both together and individually, which is extremely heartening to watch from the sidelines as they begin preparation for next year’s NZ tour.

U11s

This week the U11s faced Brothers at Maroochydore with Toby E as Captain. Brothers kicked off and swiftly stripped the ball, passing it out wide and running in for an early try. Although Brothers scored several more times, Noosa never gave up and worked very hard to get possession and keep the ball in the Brothers half, defending courageously throughout. The entire team pushed forwards, eventually getting Theo over for a well-deserved try before the half time whistle. The second half progressed much like the first. Despite the discouraging scoreline, the U11s never gave up and after much hard work from the team and an excellent run from James, Julian found the gaps for another well-earned try. It wasn’t a win, but the entire team played hard and well for the entire game, without subs.

U10s

The Noosa Dolphins Under-10s delivered one of their strongest performances of the season, defeating the Nambour Toads at Uni Rugby with an impressive display of teamwork and determination. The Dolphins built pressure through controlled phases before Flynn spotted a gap to score the opening try. Koa added the conversion. Outstanding defence followed, with Hardie and Hugo producing chase-down tackles and Archie making a superb try-saving effort on the line. The Toads crossed for a try, but missed the conversion.

Strong tackling from Duke created a turnover, while Hugo, Marcus and Owen all made valuable contributions through tough running and work at the breakdown. Slick handling then saw Flynn throw a perfect cut-out pass for Koa to score, with Hugo converting.

The second-half highlight came when Archie won possession at the breakdown before the Dolphins combined brilliantly, with Koa, Flynn and Finn linking for a superb team try, converted by Tommy.

U9s

That’s rugby! A physical encounter against an impressive University line-up, saw the Ray White Noosa Dolphins u9s dug in until the very end on Saturday. Max produced a storming run, gaining

half the field: nothing better than seeing a prop in flight. Otis chased with guts, making a couple of try-saving tackles into touch. Keanu and Liam also put in stellar efforts in defence, while Billy absorbed some big hits.

Alfie and Lachlan continued to grind out the metres, working hard on their leg drive. The boys showed awesome teamwork, stringing together six phases of play to gain valuable field position. Eli muscled in at the breakdown, while Owen showed great confidence taking the tap and run. Thomas hit the ball at pace, Buster covered well in defence at fullback, and Hemi passed with precision. Gus was determined at the breakdown.

U7s Fully back in the swing of things, the young Phin’s headed south of the bridge to take on the Brethren in a Round 11 clash at scenic Cotton Tree.

The first half was a bit clunky with loose ball and soft defence, but after devouring the juicy half-time oranges the team came out firing. Samuel scored a cracking try running hard and straight, with Alfred also taking the direct route to the try line. Mason did what he does best, using his speed to score another long range try. Duke and Riley chimed in with a few tries directly from the kick off.

Remember the first Stubbies?

LIFE OF BRINE

PHIL JARRATT philjarratt.com

Last week I had a grim reminder that time stands still for no man.

Actually it wasn’t that grim at all as it came in the form of a visit from the talented and hardworking Carolyn “Caz” Emge from the Soul Arch Media outfit on the Gold Coast. Caz and her cameraman Dave were collecting video interviews in preparation for a Surfing Queensland documentary to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first Stubbies Surf Classic next March, and I was high on the list of people who might remember what had happened over that historic week or so at Burleigh Heads so long ago.

It seemed like only yesterday that we were celebrating the 30th birthday of that incredible event, just as its creator, Peter Drouyn, rocked up as he was moving into a new phase of his life, and asked me which mic he’d be using for his keynote address. To be honest, I didn’t recognise the attractive middle-aged woman in sailor pants and high heels, but it was Peter, and he was still Peter, just as he is again now, after a famous spell as Westerly Windina. But back to the beginning.

The history-making Stubbies Surf Classic was launched by sponsors Edward Fletcher and Co at a lavish press reception on the Gold Coast in the late winter of 1976, where we were told that this event would forever change pro surfing. No one quite knew how or why this would happen, other than the fact that the manufacturers of the iconic Stubbies Australian work shorts were extremely cashed up and wanted to enter the boardshorts market with a big splash. Things became clearer a few months later when it was announced that the flamboyant and somewhat eccentric Peter Drouyn would be the contest director and would “introduce a revolutionary new format”

I caught up with Drouyn when he arrived in Hawaii early in the winter contest season and got more of a sense of where he was going with his planned introduction of the “man-on-man” format, but it was the season of violence on the North Shore and Peter fled before I had a chance to interview him. That had to wait until a couple of weeks before the event, when we met for lunch and a few beers on a steamy afternoon at the Surfers Paradise Beer Garden.

Peter took a long slurp of beer and said: “Until we have some sort of contact in surfing contests it’s goingtobethesamethingyearafteryear.”Thiswas decades before the acceptance of cage-fighting and the UFC, so I said: “Surely you’re not suggesting that surfing should be a contact sport?”

“Phil, it can be. I feel it’s the only way we’re going to get big money into it. A blow must be thrown.”

As the international surfers began to arrive in Queensland in March Drouyn’s dream had every-

one talking. It wasn’t just the revolutionary idea of using a tennis-style, man-on-man format (which had been used just once before in Australian surfing history, for a final deciding “surf-off” between Midget Farrelly and Bobby Brown in the NSW titles in 1964), but also the “effective cheating” clauses, in which virtually no rules applied, which drew attention.

As it turned out there were no gladiatorial battles at the inaugural Stubbies, no bloodletting in the line-up. It wasn’t needed. The Stubbies was the most-talked-about surf contest of the early pro era, and those of us who witnessed it are still talking about it 50 years later. Burleigh Heads turned on a week of near perfect surf, and the two-man heats provided the packed public gallery with an opportunity to contrast surfing styles and make their own assessments of each wave exchange. Even the inanities of imported announcer Lord “Tally-Ho” Blears (a former professional wrestler) only served toheightentheexcitement,andwitheachelimination round, the intensity and quality of the surfing magnified.

Instead of the traditional rash shirt, competitors in the Stubbies went bare-chested and were identified by their red or yellow scallop-legged Stubbies shorts. (One quarter finalist complained to me he could not keep his private parts contained during some manoeuvres.)

Over the final weekend the sun beat down and the surf pumped, and in one of the most exciting finishes yet seen in an Australian surfing event, Michael Peterson managed to out-manoeuvre Mark Richards. MP then gave perhaps his most bizarre performance at a prize-giving, a fit of manic eye-shifting and arm-waving. He claimed the $5000 cheque, but it seemed like the hardest thing he had ever had to do. No one understood backthenthathewaswrestlingwiththedemonsof schizophrenia, nor that this would be the last time he stood in the winner’s circle.

The four-event Australian pro tour of 1977, with the Stubbies being the jewel in its crown, offered more than $50,000 in prize money, attracted the biggest contingent of internationals ever seen here and gained more media coverage than surfing had enjoyed since the 1964 world championships at Manly. The era of professional surfing had begun, and the Stubbies remained at its epicentre for a dozen years.

SUNRISE, SUNSET ... THAT’S BEACH LIVING

PROPERTY MATTERS

ERLE LEVEY

NOOSA’S Eastern Beaches offer a remarkable lifestyle - bounded by the ocean on one side and the Peregian section of the Noosa National Park on the other.

There’s the prospect of beachfront or park but on the higher dunes there are often 360-degree views that take in the hinterland mountains.

Such is the case at a three-bedroom, twobathroom, two-car beachside duplex apartment with pool.

Tracy Russell of Tom Offermann Real Estate is taking 2/206 David Low Way, Peregian Beach, to auction Saturday, 8 August, at 11am.

“It’s a beautiful, brand-new apartment with gorgeous views,’’ Tracy said.

“You get the sunset as well as sunrise over the ocean, yet there is also the moon rising over the ocean.

“No-one realises how magnificent that can be. It is as if you have a light on over the ocean.’’

The multi-level apartment comes with a large rooftop terrace that highlights the views.

“The finishes of the apartment are amazingstone from Italy, quartzite

“It is architect-designed by Brisbane’s MOA and built by award-wining Sunshine Coast company GTO.

“There is the added benefit of the building still being under warranty.’’

With ducted air-conditioning and a private saltwater pool, this is a quality build, Tracy said, that includes a suspended concrete ceiling.

“Two blocks from Peregian Beach village, everything at your doorstep - it’s like a big back yard with the park and beach.’’

Interest has been locals downsizing, attracted by the position and low maintenance, but also from the hinterland and interstate

“They are impressed by having apartment living without body corporate fees.’’

Seaside 2 features European marble flooring in the entry, with innovative doors that pivot in a transparent fashion to the undercover terrace fringed by the blue mosaic-tiled plunge pool.

A classy staircase of oak continues in the flooring of the open-plan living and dining spaces on the upper level.

Custom wall cabinetry houses the large Samsung television, and a wall of glass doors slide away to reveal a safe balcony-style railing with those eastern seaboard views.

The galley style kitchen features dolomitetopped cabinetry that includes a lengthy island breakfast bar with curved features. Splash backs are textured stone, there’s a pantry and premium appliances of choice from Fisher & Paykel that include a 900mm induction cooktop and pyrolytic oven, integrated fridge and dishwasher.

The three bedrooms are fitted with blinds, wispy linen sheers and custom built-in robes.

The main suite on the ground level comes with creamy plush carpet, louvres and a picture window looking out to pool. The ensuite has a drencher shower; Perisher white dolomitetopped 2-basin timber cabinetry; and mirrored wall cabinetry.

Those bedrooms in the west wing have stunning hinterland vistas, and share a bathroom with single basin cabinetry and mirrored upper.

The laundry is styled as per the kitchen and comes with a Fisher & Paykel washer and dryer and plenty of bench space.

BEACHSIDE ESCAPE

Coming to the market with Tracy Russell is a single-level home at Peregian Beach.

About 12 years old, it is understated yet elegant. There are high ceilings and timber floors, heated pool and beautiful gardens.

Expected to go to auction later this month, it can serve as a downsizer and having lower maintenance without going to a unit.

NOOSA LANDMARK UP FOR GRABS

Disney characters Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy were among the special guests when it officially opened.

That was in 1986 and since then virtually countless people have passed through the doors of the Noosa Cinema Centre.

For the first time, the cinema complex at 29 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Heads, is being offered for sale in a single line comprising of an amalgamation of 12 lots.

Colliers Sunshine Coast have the complex for sale by offers to purchase closing Thursday, 6 August, at 4pm.

With a combined net lettable area of 3086sq m on 2475sq m, the complex has direct access to a 240-vehicle public car park.

The cine centre launched with the Disney film Return to Oz in January 1986.

More than 500 children turned up for the promotion, arranged by then cine centre manager Mark Lee of a breakfast in the park with Mickey.

The centre was officially opened by the Governor of Queensland, Sir Walter Campbell on February 6, 1986.

Nick Dowling of Colliers remembers early screenings at the cinema being The Goonies and Back to The Future.

He said the cinema centre marks one of the most substantial commercial property offerings to come to market in Noosa Heads in recent years.

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 provided great service to the Noosa community 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.

POST-AUCTION ACTIVITY

The five-bedroom, three-bathroom house with pool at 6 Ely St, Noosaville, is attracting some post-auction interest, Noosa Real Estate’s

Nathan Howie reports.

Now listed at $2.795m, the two-level home was completed in 2022 by Edge Designer Homes.

It offers space, functionality, and easy indoor-outdoor living that modern families are searching for.

Another property Nathan has on the market post-auction is the luxury free-standing townhouse with pool at 1/161-163 Gympie Tce, Noosaville.

Now listed at $3.6m, the Sonoma property offers a full river view under the canopy of the trees in the parkland opposite.

There is no parking on each side of Gympie Terrace at this point, and with a heated pool in

front that catches sun.

Coming to the market is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom townhouse in Coco Bay, in Weyba Rd, Noosaville, with a probable price guide in the $800,000s.

Ripping stock coming up in September … FORTHCOMING AUCTIONS

• SATURDAY, 1 August

• Noosa Heads

• 314/71 Hastings St: 1bed, 1bath beachfront apartment, 1pm, Rebekah Offermann 0413 044241 Tom Offermann Real Estate Noosaville

• 34 Neptune Cct: 4bed, 3bath, 2car house, pool, on 629sq m, 12pm, Melanie Butcher 0407 379 893 Laguna Real Estate.

24 LO RIKEETDRIVE , PER EG IANBEACH

Take theplunge! Asunsplashedseasideretreatthis sideofparadise,sequesteredinthedunes by coconut palmsandNorfolkpines,evokesa serioussenseof euphoriaandsheer excitement. Yearnfor yourdream locationclose to thebeach, wakingeachdaytothe soundofwhite-capped wavesrollingontotheshore, thefeelingofsqueakywhitesandbetween your toes, surfingtheultimatebreaks,and walkingthewater’s

edgewithkidsanddogs,allbefore breakfast?So easytoget lost inthosemomentsand eventhrough rose-colouredglasses,notmuchhaschangedfor threegenerationsofhappyfamilymemoriesinthe 2-leveleasy-breezybeachbeauty.Custombuiltin1986, partially reimaginedalongtheway,itisnow goingto market forthe very firsttime. Thislocationsimplyhasitall.Andmore!

Auction

Saturday 15August 11.00am View Saturday 9.00am-9.30am

Agent

RebekahOffermann 0413044241 rebekah@offermann.com.au

7/1MORWO NGDRIV E, NO O SAHEAD S

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

View

Saturday &Wednesday 11.00am -11.30am

Agent

JulieBengtsson 0418980247 julie@offermann.com.au

22 ANGLER ST REET , NOOSAHEADS

Envisage awhite-hotlocation,anacutelydesirable addressinoneofonly two north-facing streetson NoosaHill,on asitelargerthanmost, confidently positionedwith abackdropoftheNoosaNational Park, andwithitsidyllicNEaspect, capturingsnippetsof LagunaBay,NoosaNorthShoreandbeyond. Withits commandingpresence attheendofthecul desac,800m to Noosa MainBeach& HastingsStreet,

and500m to vibrantNoosaJunction’smyriad cafesand bars,thisis asubstantialvisuallyarresting residence Ithas retainedmuchofitsoriginal contemporary status,andwithits carefullyconsidereddesignitseasy to understandwhythecurrentownershavebeen enjoyinggoodtimesand wonderfulmemoriesfor20 years.

Auction

Saturday 29August 11.00am

View Saturday 10.00am -10.30am

Agent Luke Chen 0417600840 luke@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 A 4 B 3

Price $13.49M View

Saturday 11.00am -11.30am

Agent Tim McSweeney 0411122331 tim@offermann.com.au

11 MAINSAILSSQ UA RE , NOOSAHEADS

Seeingisbelieving. Lookoutacross avastcoastal playground,withthe CoralSeaandbeaches stretching southalongthe coasttotheleft;infront,LakeWeyba andits waterwaysreachout to theBlackallRange andthelushNoosahinterland;andsweepingrightin anortherlydirection,theNoosaRiverwindsitsway to the coast.That’swellin excessof180degreesof uninterruptedoutlook.Theseviews,quitesimply,may

bethe finestonNoosaHill.What awayto live.Drinkin thosespectacularsights,absorbthedramaofsunset, andfeelthecoolingsummerbreezesdrift through, allwithoutleavingyourfavouritespotonthewraparound terracesthatwindaroundtheentireupper levelofthissubstantial residence.

Price $6.95M

View

Saturday 11.00am -11.30am

Agent AdamOffermann 0475804467 adam@offermann.com.au

BEACHES 2/5 6D AV ID LO WW AY , SUNRISEBEACH

Picturethe worldbeyond,abarefootextravagance ontheabsolutebeachfront,merefootsteps to the whitesandpearlescence,istheultimate prize.Inside be overwhelmedhowtheluminousqualityofthe oceanismatchedbytheinteriorasexhilaratingasan earlymorning swim.It’svivacious,effortlessly cool yet quintessentiallymid-centurymodernas tomorrow with vast livingspaces coalescinginanexuberantfashion

withthegoodlifealfresco,theluminescentpool,spa and floatingdaybed.Naturallythe180-degreeocean andbeachviewsaresensational,howeverfromthe rooftop terrace,thepanoramais evenwider,extending fromtheNoosaNational Park toMooloolaba,and beyond,orgrabthekids,dogsandsurfboardanda beeline to theprivategateandtheoften-deserted beach.

Price ContactAgent Agent CameronUrquhart 0411757570 cameron@offermann.com.au

HOME FOCUS

HOLIDAY LET - NORTH-FACING, SUN-DRENCHED

AND COASTAL TO ITS CORE, SUN AND SALT

SALT air, the distant rush of surf and the kind of quiet that only comes with a street well chosen. This is Sunshine Beach, Noosa’s most golden suburb and this warm, single-level home on a north-facing corner block puts you at the very heart of it all, without ever needing to leave the comfort of your own sun-drenched haven.

Warm timbers and earthy tones give the home its character - relaxed, grounded, thoroughly at ease. Bi-fold doors dissolve the boundary between inside and out, and open plan living, dining and kitchen flow effortlessly to a north-facing undercover alfresco, the kind of space that catches the sun from the morning, beckoning long lunches and unhurried evenings. A generous pool and poolside pavilion complete the outdoor picture, with the flexible lounge/bedroom keeping it all in frame.

Three inviting bedrooms offer their own cool retreat. Split air conditioning throughout, ceiling fans, security screens and fully fenced, lowmaintenance gardens conspire to make every season an easy one. Full-time holiday letting approval adds an investment dimension as compelling as the lifestyle itself.

Step outside and Sunshine Beach does

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what it does best. Pristine patrolled sands, surf breaks of genuine note, a designated dog-friendly beach and direct access to Noosa National Park’s celebrated coastal walks,

all within easy reach. The village, its cafes, boutiques and the iconic Surf Club overlooking that brilliant Pacific horizon, is a flat and leisurely stroll. Noosa Junction is three minutes

by car, Hastings Street seven, and the Sunshine Coast Airport a smooth 25-minute drive. Coastal living. Intelligently positioned. Effortlessly enjoyed.

• Single-level, north-facing home on a corner block

• Large swimming pool, sun-bathed, with poolside pavilion + outdoor shower

• Open plan living, dining and kitchen; Bosch appliances + wine fridge

• Undercover north-facing alfresco entertaining

• Three bedrooms/versatile floorplan/lounge/ office

• Split air conditioning throughout, ceiling fans

• Security screens, fully fenced, low-maintenance gardens

• Solar Panels

• Full-time holiday letting approval (enquire for further details)

• Metres to Sunshine Beach village, patrolled beach and surf breaks

• Adjoining Noosa National Park - coastal walks and World Surfing Reserve

• Noosa Junction 3 mins | Hastings Street & Main Beach 7 mins | Sunshine Coast Airport

25 mins | Easy walk to schools

Address: 2 Elanda Street, SUNSHINE BEACH Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Inspect: Saturday 1 August, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM; Wednesday 5 August, 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Auction: On site, Saturday 15 August, 12:00pm Contact: Tiffany Wilson 0468 922 519, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

HOME FOCUS

BEACHFRONT GLAMOUR AND INVESTMENT

DIAMONDS are forever, when seaside glamour is an incomparable position mere footsteps across the boardwalk to the squeaky white sand of Noosa Main Beach. Enviable uninterrupted 180 degree views from First Point and Noosa National Park sweeping the turquoise brilliance of Laguna Bay to the Noosa North Shore and boasting the blue-chip one-and-only address of Tingirana on Hastings Street.

Surrounded by sublime natural assets, the impeccable match is a luxurious apartment with whispers of the Bahamas creating playful albeit sophisticated interiors in a widely recognised, 5-star, luxury boutique hotel.

Step inside. Admire the classy oak flooring in the hallway and be enthralled by the remarkably detailed and well-appointed living area. Finessed with a blue and white coastal aesthetic with VJ linear features and plush furnishings exuding a sense of luxurious comfort, timeless style and carefully chosen artworks to create a playful albeit sophisticated interior.

Admire the pristine allure of Laguna Bay as the wall of glass seemingly disappears, and wispy white linen sheers catch the breeze and natural light bounces indoors. Bask on sunlounges from your undercover terrace where the aspect over Laguna Bay and Noosa Main Beach is so mesmerising you will wish the day never ends. Similarly, the 20m infinity edge pool on the beachfront shares the same magazine worthy panoramic and unique feature of room and pool service from delicious Seasons Restaurant, just a call away.

Needless to say, there’s also every accoutrement for those with a culinary

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ESSENTIALS

Address: 25 Hastings Street, NOOSA HEADS

penchant for entertaining. Commensurate with the high-end fit out, is the galley kitchen with white stone-topped VJ cabinetry including the semi-island breakfast bar. On the terrace, light up the barbeque and drink in the moody theatrics, as the vibrant activities of the day are replaced by the moon’s glow mirrored over the indigo-hued Laguna Bay.

Wake to the sound of waves, push aside the window-style shutters in dreamtime central to reveal endless blue horizons. The premier king suite with custom headboard has plump accent cushions, a built-in robe, and fold away plantation shutters. The Hamptons style bathroom aligns the classy finishes with grey and white terrazzo flooring, a bath and white stone topped VJ cabinetry, also a hideaway laundry for convenience.

The second king bedroom suite or dual key option, has a VJ panelled wall with wide custom bedhead, built in robe, Slim Aarons wall art, kitchenette and stylish dining set, also an ensuite with Hamptons style of finish. It enjoys a lush green outlook to established treetops in the heart of Hastings Street.

A bevy of beachside restaurants, also cafes, bars, art galleries and boutiques are literally on the doorstep; it is a few minutes along the boardwalk to the main entrance of famous Noosa National Park as well as the world-renowned surfing reserve; and take the righthand path on Hasting Street for The Woods and the Noosa River mouth.

“If you know the Noosa Beachfront, then you also know Tingirana is one of, if not the classiest and most popular boutique hotels on Noosa Main Beach,” comments Tom Offermann Real Estate marketing agent Jesse Stowers. “Whether you’re relaxing by the infinity edge

Description: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage, pool Price: On application

Inspect: Monday 10 August, 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM; Monday 17 August, 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Contact: Jesse Stowers 0414 367 282, TOM OFFERMANN REAL ESTATE

pool, keeping up with your health with the onsite gym & sauna or just prefer finer offerings in life, Tingirana is synonymous with lifestyle luxury on the Noosa beachfront.

“Plus it’s a superb earner, reeling in over half

a million from guest bookings. You have elevator access, a dedicated car park and of course uninterrupted wide water views of Laguna Bay and beyond. It’s no wonder these apartments have remained so tightly held.”

UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY

To acquire a modern established 3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom / 2 Car Garage / 10 Metre Pool. Single level home without steps. Great location.

Situated only 250 metres from Noosa River and Noosaville Shopping Centre. North aspect and private.

Potential holiday income of $150,000 p.a.

Future proof investment with medium density zoning. Initial enquiries, please phone owner: 0419 124 442 8am – 4pm

A NEW STANDARD IN NOOSAVILLE LIVING

TUCKED into one of Noosaville’s most coveted pockets, this brand-new designer duplex blends contemporary architecture, quality craftsmanship and relaxed coastal sophistication, moments from the Noosa River precinct. Move in ready, due for completion in 4 weeks.

Upstairs, three generous bedrooms each enjoy their own ensuite, ideal for families, guests or dual-living. The master suite is a true sanctuary, with a private balcony overlooking the pool and gardens below.

Downstairs, soaring ceilings and expansive glazing flood the open-plan living and dining with light, while sliding doors open to a covered alfresco area with BBQ provisions. The designer kitchen anchors the home, overlooking both living and entertaining zones.

Outside, landscaped grounds surround a stunning inground pool, a private, resort-style retreat, offering the perfect place to relax, entertain and unwind in total privacy.

Standout features include a private lift, double garage with integrated laundry, and additional downstairs toilet. Finishes include polished concrete floors, open timber stairs with glass balustrade, and custom cabinetry with arc cladding to the island bench.

Reece brushed nickel plumbing, a Bosch pyrolytic oven, induction cooktop and integrated dishwasher complete the kitchen. Bathrooms feature floor-to-ceiling porcelain tiling with mosaic accents, Bedroom One a custom timbergrain robe, and the lift an exposed glass side wall.

Flagstone cladding graces the entry blade wall and planter box, alongside a plunge pool and stainless steel outdoor shower.

Set in a highly sought-after Noosaville pocket, this brand-new designer duplex delivers an exceptional blend of contemporary architecture, quality craftsmanship and relaxed coastal sophistication. Thoughtfully designed to maximise space, light and privacy, this residence offers a lifestyle of effortless luxury just moments from the Noosa River precinct. Move in ready, completion due in 4 weeks.

The home features three generously proportioned bedrooms, all positioned upstairs and each complete with its own stylish ensuite – an ideal layout for families, guests or those seeking dual-living flexibility. The master suite is a true sanctuary, showcasing a private balcony overlooking the sparkling inground pool and landscaped gardens, creating the perfect place to unwind.

Downstairs, soaring high ceilings and expansive glazing flood the open-plan living and dining areas with beautiful natural light. The seamless integration between indoors and outdoors enhances the sense of space, with large sliding doors opening to a covered

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Address: 217B Weyba Road, NOOSAVILLE

alfresco entertaining area complete with provisions for built-in BBQ – perfect for hosting family and friends year-round.

The designer kitchen anchors the home, overlooking both the living space and outdoor entertaining zone, ensuring connection and functionality. Premium finishes and clean architectural lines complement the home’s modern coastal aesthetic.

Outdoors, the fully landscaped grounds surround a stunning inground swimming pool, offering a private resort-style retreat. The outdoor area has been carefully designed to provide both relaxation and low-maintenance living.

Additional features include:

• Private lift access between levels for ease and future-proof living

• Double garage with integrated laundry

• Additional downstairs toilet for convenience

• High ceilings enhancing light and airflow

• Three ensuited bedrooms

• Ducted & Zoned Air Conditioning

• Prestige polished concrete floors

• Open timber stairs with glass balustrade

• Custom made designer cabinetry with feature arc cladding to island bench

• Prestige plumbing fittings by Reece in brushed nickle finish

• Bosch pyrolytic oven / induction cooktop and fully integrated dishwasher

• Entry door includes digital smart lock

• Natural Flagstone Stone cladding to Entry Blade wall and Planter box

• Inground plunge pool

Located only minutes from Gympie Terrace’s vibrant café and dining scene, the Noosa River foreshore, boutique shopping at Noosa Junction and a short drive to Hastings Street and Main Beach, this is an exceptional opportunity to secure a brand-new home in a premium lifestyle location.

Modern, low-maintenance and beautifully appointed – this is Noosaville living at its finest.

Description: 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: Contact Agent

Contact: Luke Burton 0427 228 202, HARCOURTS PROPERTY CENTRE

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.

FOR SALE: BUYERS GUIDE $3,350,000

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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INSPECT

Saturday 1st August 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Wednesday 5th August 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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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INSPECT Saturday 1st August at 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Kate Cox 0438 695 505

BlackMountain

Saturday1stAugust

9.15AM -10.00AM 3BunyaLane 435 $1,650,000 Hinternoosa0407730987

1.00PM -1.30PM85TallowwoodPlace 532 Offersover$1,849,000 Hinternoosa0404344399 Boreen Point

Saturday1stAugust

11.00AM -11.45AM35Urunga Parade 322 ExpressionsofInterestLaguna RealEstate0412043880 CastawaysBeach

Saturday1stAugust

1.00PM -1.30PM 12 CastawaysCourt4 22 ContactAgentTomOffermann RealEstate0409685211 Cooroy

Saturday1stAugust

9.00AM -9.30AM 11 WattleStreet 221 OffersFrom$899,000 Hinternoosa0415111 370

10.00AM -10.30AM 8AshgroveDrive 422 OffersOver$1,075,000Hinternoosa0415111 370 Doonan

Saturday1stAugust

11.00AM -11.30AM 191ValleyDrive 434 OffersFrom$2,700,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0407 194146 Eumundi

Saturday1stAugust

3.00PM -3.30PM 105MemorialDrive 434 Offers Over$2,495,000 Hinternoosa0404344399 KinKin

Saturday1stAugust

1.00PM -1.30PM945Neusa Vale Road 337 OffersOver$2,900,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0419491448 LakeMacDonald

Saturday1stAugust

11.30AM -12.00PM 129ForestAcresDrive4 23 Offersover$1,445,000Hinternoosa0404344399

NoosaHeads

Thursday30thJuly

1.00PM -1.30PM26/6QuambyPlace 111 $2,195,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0417600 840

Friday31stJuly

10.30AM -11.00AM541/61NoosaSpringsDrive 443 GUIDE$3,495,000 Prestige PropertyGroupNoosa0415558656

1.00PM -1.30PM 11 Kareela Avenue 422 CallAgentRealcorpInternational0418794970

Saturday1stAugust

9.30AM -10.00AM1/31NoosaDrive 322 OffersOver$4,000,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0409446955

9.45AM -10.15AM541/61NoosaSpringsDrive4 43 GUIDE$3,495,000 Prestige PropertyGroupNoosa0415558656

10.00AM -10.30AM24StormbirdDrive 422 O/O$1,550,000 ConsideredLaguna RealEstate0421283951

10.00AM -10.30AM22AnglerStreet 432 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0417600 840

10.00AM -10.30AM27HoneyMyrtle Road 422 ByNegotiationLaguna RealEstate0434236 110

10.00AM -10.30AM 11 Kareela Avenue 422 CallAgentRealcorpInternational0418794970

10.00AM -10.30AM2/18GrantStreet 221 $1,175,000 Laguna RealEstate0428711163

10.15AM -10.45AM4/16SerenityClose3 22 $3,985,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0413044241

10.15AM -10.45AM 18 KeyCourt3 21 Auction Sat15August Reed &Co.EstateAgents0409446955

10.30AM -11.00AM346/61NoosaSpringsDrive 43.5 2CONTACT AGENTPrestigePropertyGroupNoosa0415558656

10.30AM -11.00AM25Nairana Rest 432 BuyersGuide$3,350,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

10.45AM -11.15AM 16 LeslieDrive 21 -OffersOver$1,249,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0419491448

11.00AM -11.30AM 11 MainsailsSquare 442

$6,950,000

TomOffermann RealEstate0475804467

11.00AM -11.30AM2A &2BJanStreet 322 ContactAgentTomOffermann RealEstate0409685211

11.00AM -12.00PM 6MittiStreet 422 Offersover$10.5MRealcorpInternational0418794970

11.00AM -11.30AM36/12-14SerenityClose 332 ContactAgentTomOffermann RealEstate0413044241

11.00AM -11.30AM7/1MorwongDrive 321 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0418980247

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

11.30AM -12.00PM20CoralTree Avenue 422 BuyersGuide$3,150,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

11.45AM -12.15PM 110/1EdgarBennettAvenue 221 OffersOver$1,349,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0419491448

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

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

12.30PM -1.00PM538/61NoosaSpringsDrive 332 BuyersGuide$5,100,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

12.30PM -1.00PM314/71HastingsStreet 11 -Auction

TomOffermann RealEstate0413044241

12.30PM -1.00PM 15 SpringsCrescent 552 BuyersGuide$5,200,000 Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

2.30PM -3.00PM 11 Kareela Avenue 422 CallAgent RealcorpInternational0418794970

Sunday2ndAugust

12.00PM -12.30PM 11 Kareela Avenue 422 CallAgent RealcorpInternational0418794970

Wednesday5thAugust

11.00AM -11.30AM7/1MorwongDrive 321 Auction TomOffermann RealEstate0418980247

OPENHOMES

Noosaville

Saturday1stAugust

9.30AM -10.00AM 16/60HofmannDrive 211 BuyersGuide$930,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505 10.00AM -10.30AM30 RegattaCircuit 422 $2,195,000 TomOffermann RealEstate0418980247 10.00AM -10.30AM 3ColleyLane 422 Offers over$1,749,000 Hinternoosa0404344399 10.00AM -10.30AM 17 RaniCircuit

&Co.EstateAgents0433641 158 10.00AM -10.30AM3/229-231GympieTerrace

RealEstate0407379893 11.00AM -11.30AM41 WyunaDrive 432 ByNegotiationReed &Co.EstateAgents0409446955 11.00AM -11.30AM5/89EumundiNoosaRoad 332 Offers Over$1,550,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505 11.00AM -11.30AM9/5BarbadosCrescent 22.5 1O/O$1,290,000Cons.Laguna RealEstate0419332973 11.30AM -12.00PM34NeptuneCircuit4 32 AuctionOnSiteLaguna RealEstate0407379893 11.30AM -12.00PM 10 ElyStreet 422 ExpressionsofInterest Reed &Co.EstateAgents0433641 158 12.00PM -12.30PM 17/67Gibson Road 32.5 1$2,200,000Laguna RealEstate0419332973 12.15PM -12.45PM 1RegattaCircuit 533 BuyersGuide$3,100,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0433641 158 1.00PM -1.30PM3/8PortsideCourt3 21+$2,700,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893 2.30PM -3.00PM 4JanetStreet 422 BuyersGuide$4,750,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0438695505

Wednesday5thAugust

11.00AM -11.30AM3/229-231GympieTerrace 32+2 $3,795,000Laguna RealEstate0407379893 12.00PM -12.30PM9/5BarbadosCrescent 22.5 1O/O$1,290,000Cons.Laguna RealEstate0419332973 1.00PM -1.30PM 17/67Gibson Road 32.5 1$2,200,000Laguna RealEstate0419332973

NoosaWaters

Saturday1stAugust

10.45AM -11.15AM 3SpindriftCourt4 22 BuyersGuide$2,100,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0433641 158 11.00AM -11.30AM25The Promontory4 42 ByNegotiationReed &Co.EstateAgents0409446955 11.45AM -12.15PM 13TheAnchorage 432 ByNegotiationReed &Co.EstateAgents0409446955 11.45AM -12.15PM5/17 SunseekerClose3 22 PriceGuide$2,500,000Reed &Co.EstateAgents0409446955

PeregianBeach

Saturday1stAugust

9.00AM -9.30AM36LorikeetDrive

-10.30AM2/206David LowWay 322 AuctionTomOffermann RealEstate0413319 879 11.00AM -11.30AM 9ShearwaterStreet 532 PriceGuide$4,900,000TomOffermann RealEstate0413319 879 12.00PM -12.30PM

Wednesday5thAugust

-11.30AM2/206DavidLow

PeregianSprings

Saturday1stAugust

Pinbarren

Saturday1stAugust

Saturday1stAugust

SunriseBeach

Saturday1stAugust

OPENHOMES

AuctionDiary

NoosaHeads

9.00AM -9.30AM21CrankStreet 432

9.00AM -9.30AM22EnterpriseStreet

9.45AM -10.15AM 16 SeaviewTerrace 442

RealEstate0447915953 10.00AM -10.30AM 2ElandaStreet

11.00AM -11.30AM61 SeaviewTerrace

11.00AM -11.30AM 4NebulaStreet

Noosaville

11.00AM -11.30AM2/139MoorindilStreet

PeregianBeach

9.30AM -10.00AM 17/2-10BlakesleyStreet

EXCITING NEW PRICE - BRILLIANT

VALUE FOR WATERFRONT LOCATION

SET within a boutique waterfront complex on the coveted Noosa Waters Canal, this generous sized end townhouse enjoys a prized north-east aspect and an easy, relaxed lifestyle.

KEY FEATURES AT A GLANCE:

• Boutique waterfront complex perfectly positioned on the prestigious Noosa Waters Canal.

• Spacious end-position townhouse with a sought-after north-east aspect, bathing the home in natural light.

• Expansive exclusive-use, fully fenced wraparound yard – a rare offering for waterfront living.

• Secure space for your boat or caravan, plus a generous grassy area where kids and pets can play freely.

• Freshly renovated throughout with effortless indoor-outdoor living designed for the Noosa lifestyle.

• Contemporary kitchen and open-plan living flow seamlessly onto multiple covered entertaining terraces.

• Unwind in your own private spa, with the added convenience of a study nook and ground-floor powder room.

• Lock-up garage, additional off-street parking, and two storage sheds provide exceptional practicality.

HOME ESSENTIALS

• Cast a line from the water’s edge, launch your kayak from home, or enjoy an easy stroll to the Noosa Yacht Club.

• Wander scenic riverside pathways to vibrant cafes, acclaimed restaurants and boutique shopping.

• An unbeatable location just minutes to every convenience, with iconic Hastings Street only 10 minutes away.

Address: 3/8 Portside Court, NOOSAVILLE Description: 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2 garage,

Contact: Melanie Butcher 0407 379 893, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

• Low-maintenance living with low body corporate fees, making this an outstanding lifestyle choice, holiday escape or savvy investment opportunity.

Freshly renovated to a high standard, the home offers a seamless indoor/outdoor flow, with the stylish, functional kitchen and living areas opening to multiple covered terraces— perfect for entertaining or unwinding by the water. There’s also the added enjoyment of your own private spa on the covered deckpicture yourself lounging at happy hour with a cool drink and a stunning sunset show!

A standout feature is the large, exclusive-

use wraparound yard, fully fenced and ideal for families and a pet, with space for a boat or caravan, plenty of room for kids to play, along with a lockup garage, additional parking and two sheds. You’ll enjoy the separate study nook, plus there’s a separate laundry/powder room on the ground floor providing convenience and the apartment is airconditioned with ceiling fans for year round comfort.

There are lovely garden views from most rooms. Two bedrooms have built-in robes, the master boasts an elegant ensuite.

This is a location that truly embraces the Noosa lifestyle. Cast a fishing line from nearby, paddle a serene morning kayak on the canal, or enjoy a short 200m stroll to the Noosa Yacht Club for casual meals and live music. Scenic river walkways lead you to an array of popular restaurants and boutiques, while Hastings Street is just a 10 minute drive away.

Low maintenance with low body corporate fees, this represents a stress free investment opportunity or an easy-care home offering a laidback waterfront lifestyle in a central, highly sought after setting.

IMMACULATE HOME IN A GREAT LOCATION

OPPORTUNITIES to secure an entry level home in Noosa Heads are becoming increasingly rare. Consistently ranked among Australia’s most tightly held and desirable property markets, Noosa continues to attract buyers who recognise the value of its limited supply, exceptional lifestyle and long term appeal.

Positioned on a generous 609m² allotment at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this immaculately maintained single level brick home offers an excellent opportunity to secure a comfortable family home in a sought after neighbourhood.

Designed for easy everyday living, the home offers up to four bedrooms, a main bathroom and ensuite, a spacious living area and a double lockup garage. Solidly built and exceptionally well cared for, it is ready to enjoy from day one.

Backing directly onto bushland, the property enjoys genuine privacy with no rear neighbours, no through traffic and a peaceful natural outlook. The generous block provides plenty of outdoor space for children and pets to play, with room for a pool if desired, while remaining easy to maintain.

HOME ESSENTIALS

Inside, the light filled living spaces create a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Tiled living areas, carpeted bedrooms, ceiling fans and split system airconditioning provide year round comfort. The well maintained kitchen offers ample storage and a pleasant outlook, while the covered outdoor entertaining area is ideal for family gatherings, weekend barbecues or simply relaxing with friends.

Whether you’re looking for a family home, a holiday retreat or an investment in one

of Australia’s premier coastal destinations, this property offers comfort, privacy and an outstanding location. As an investor bonus, the current furniture can be negotiated as a separate package.

Walk to Noosa Junction for cafes, restaurants, shopping, medical services and everyday conveniences, while Hastings Street, Main Beach and Noosa National Park are just minutes away, placing some of Australia’s most iconic lifestyle attractions within easy reach. Or

park the car and take the local bus. Entry level homes in Noosa Heads are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Combining a generous landholding, a peaceful setting and a highly desirable location, this is an outstanding opportunity to secure your place in one of Australia’s most sought after coastal communities.

Visit our open home or call for your personal appointment.

Address: 24 Stormbird Drive, NOOSA HEADS Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: Offers Over $1,550,000 Considered Inspect: Saturday 10.00-10.30am or By Appointment

Contact: Craig Taylor 0421 283 951 and Jasmine Taylor 0430 848 277, LAGUNA REAL ESTATE

•WalktoGympieTerrace,the NoosaRiver,cafes,shops,dining

•Spaciousfamily homewith 4bedroomsand 3bathrooms

•Stylishkitchen, stonebenchtops,gas cooktop, open plan

•Expansive coveredentertainingdeckoverlookingthe 10metrepool

•Separateentry office at ground floor-ideal forworkfromhome

•Fully fenced,solar power, airconditioning, intercomsecurity

•Doublelockupgaragewithdrive-through rearaccess, room fora van

•Just5 minutes to HastingsStreet/MainBeachand Noosa’sbest attractions.Exceptional family home,holiday retreatorinvestment.

AUCTION

OnSite Sat1st August 12pm VIEW Saturday 11-11.30am