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Beach house up for sale By Erle Levey Every so often an extraordinary property comes onto the market. It’s exactly what so many people want but do not expect to find any more. Not in this day and age, and certainly not at Sunshine Beach. An original two-bedroom, one-bathroom beach house on 611sq m at 21 Duke St goes to auction Saturday, 17 January, at 2pm. Caitlyn McConnell and Tania Wood of Sunshine Beach Real Estate are marketing the property, built in 1977 and among the earliest houses built in Sunshine Beach. On a medium density site, the beach house is one of the last remaining original properties in the area. Having been held within one family for nearly 50 years, it embodies the unique character and history of Duke Street. “There has been an incredible response,’’ Caitlyn said. “It has never been to the market the current owners built it. “There has been constant inspections at each open house since mid December. “So many locals have walked past and been curious. CONTINUED PAGE 2
Tania Wood and Caitlyn McConnell of Sunshine Beach Real Estate at the original ‘70s beach house at 21 Duke St, Sunshine Beach, that goes to auction Saturday, 17 January, at 2pm. (526635)
Dog attacks rise By Steve Linnell Dog attacks and irresponsible pet ownership remain a concern across Noosa Shire, with new figures showing 103 dog attacks or “rushes” reported to Council in 2025, exceeding the total recorded in 2024 and approaching levels seen in 2023. According to Noosa Council, the Shire is home to nearly 10,000 registered dogs, placing ongoing pressure on shared public spaces, particularly beaches and parks. In comparison, 86 dog attacks were reported in 2024, while 117 incidents were recorded in 2023, highlighting a fluctuating but persistent issue.
In response, Council has ramped up education and compliance efforts, including the installation of new ‘dogs prohibited’ signage along eastern beaches between Sunshine Beach and Peregian Beach. Acting Local Laws Manager Clint Irwin said the signage is designed to make it clearer where dogs must be on leash and where they are not permitted at all. “We have over six kilometres of beautiful beaches between Sunshine Beach and Peregian Beach where dogs can be exercised on and off leash,” Mr Irwin said. “But outside these areas, beachgoers have a right to enjoy the beach free of dogs.” The signage rollout follows community con-
cern, including advocacy from local resident Geoff Mallinson, who called for clearer messaging after a dog attack last year. “I’m pleased to see action being taken to rein in irresponsible dog owners,” Mr Mallinson said. Council has also increased ATV beach patrols, particularly over the Christmas - New Year period, following a Queensland Government increase in fines for failing to keep a dog under effective control, now set at $834. While Council has not released specific patrol numbers, Mr Irwin said feedback from the community has been positive and patrols will continue. “We’ve spent months educating dog owners and directing them to legal off-leash areas,” he
said. “Now, those who ignore the rules risk a fine.” There are currently 12 designated off-leash areas across the shire, and Council maintains an Animal Management Plan focused on education, compliance and community safety. Acting Mayor Brian Stockwell said Council had responded proactively to community concerns. “We have addressed the request and delivered a good outcome for the community,” he said. Information on which suburbs experience the highest number of dog attacks is not available. Council is urging dog owners to familiarise themselves with local rules and designated beach areas to help reduce incidents and keep shared spaces safe for everyone.
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