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25.01.2022 Christmas appeal Not-for-profit charity Youturn Youth Support is running a Christmas appeal to help offer some relief to families and young people in need. You can help by donating a Memory Experience package, valued at $250, which includes a Christmas tree, gift, and dinner or day at a water or theme park; become a regular giver; or donate a gift pack as suggested on Youturn’s shopping list on its website.... Tewantin-based Youturn was started 30 years ago to help address youth homelessness in the Noosa region. Visit www.youturn.org.au. @youturnyouthsupport Youturn
25.01.2022 December issue of Sunny Coast Times is out today! Pick up a copy from your local stockist (100+ across the coast) See pinned post above for locations. To advertise in the January issue call 07 5499 9049 or email [email protected]. https://issuu.com/hinterlandtimes//sct_paper_dec_2020_emag
25.01.2022 Splash park construction Work has begun on the $2.65 million new splash park at the Nambour Aquatic Centre. The upgrade includes two new waterslides and a children’s water play area that includes two toddler slides, plus 30 extra car parks.... The construction project will support local business and trades while at the same time delivering facilities that reinforce our aspiration to be a healthy, smart and creative region, mayor Mark Jamieson said. It is expected to be finished in June 2021. Pictured are Cr David Law and Dan Cullen from lessee Belgravia Leisure. @belgravialeisure @nambourac @david_law_division_10
25.01.2022 Bringing laughter after the ‘apocalypse’ by JUSTIN SAYSON Comedian Mick Neven and producer Rebecca Chandler... As a year full of the unexpected draws to a close, the people at Funny Coast Comedy want laughter to be the light at the end of a long tunnel. Comedian Mick Neven and producer #RebeccaChandler are the brains behind the comedy club, which made its sell-out debut at Maroochydore’s Sol Bar last month. The duo say they have tapped a desire for laughter the Coast has needed. People love to laugh they need that release being stuck at home and the pressure of the apocalypse, Rebecca says. Mick adds: Once people got locked down, they realised I can’t be sitting down wasting our lives watching Netflix. Their first show featured international acts Nick Cody, Nicki Wilkinson, Ting Lim and Mick himself. With the troupe of usually travelling comedians finding themselves locked down in their home state, the stars aligned for them to start something new on the Sunshine Coast. The idea was born over beers at Coolum Beach Surf Club. In a year where they found themselves telling jokes to a computer screen rather than people, Rebecca says the opportunity to establish a comedy fixture on the Coast couldn’t be missed. We all found ourselves in the same place in the same time, she says. There was no real lightning bolt, there was a ‘yeah it makes a lot of sense to do this’. Hoping to build on the event’s popularity, the next show on November 26 will feature comedians Ashwin Segar, Lindsay Webb, Dave Eastgate and more. They hope to eventually transform it from a gig on the fourth Thursday of every month to an event that can happen every week, and could even have workshops for aspiring comedians. There’s no regular comedy really on the Sunshine Coast and we’re here to start that up, Mick says. Rebecca adds: We’re creating the scene. There’s a market for comedy, just not a platform for it. Make it a place where comedians can book to go, there’s no better place. Tickets are available from Oztix. For more details find Funny Coast Comedy on Facebook. @mickneven Mick Neven - Comedian Funny Coast Comedy @funny_coast_comedy
25.01.2022 Powering on Sunshine Coast Council has officially opened its Caloundra Renewable Energy Facility, which creates enough energy to power 1200 homes by converting waste to electricity. The Bells Creek facility reduces greenhouse gas emissions by about 41,000 tonnes a year, the equivalent to removing about 9000 cars from the road. Councillor Rick Baberowski (pictured) said plans were in place for more energy plants at other council facilities, including the Nambour landfill at Bl...i Bli. It comes after the Sunshine Coast became Australia’s first council to offset 100 per cent of its electricity consumption through its own solar farm. Cr Rick Baberowski - Division 1 Sunshine Coast Council @sunshinecoastcouncil
25.01.2022 Big names set for hockey event by CHRIS GILMORE A host of former Olympians are set to line up for a special All Stars hockey match on the Sunny Coast as the local association prepares to officially open its new artificial turf....Continue reading
25.01.2022 Rubbish into art The locally made, locally sourced pieces that are saving the ocean by REBECCA MUGRIDGE...Continue reading
25.01.2022 The Buderim VIEW Club held its Christmas lunch for 2020 at See Restaurant in Mooloolaba. Members enjoyed the food, drinks, company and water views overlooking the marina, as well as extra Christmas raffles. VIEW clubs raise funds for The Smith Family, which helps with the education of disadvantaged families. If any women are interested, the monthly meeting is held on the first Wednesday of the month at the Buderim Tavern. Phone Pat Cooney on 5445 6329 to confirm.... Buderim Tavern @buderimtavern #buderimviewclub
25.01.2022 Foreshore upgrade A $2.62 million upgrade of the Maroochy River foreshore along Bradman Avenue has been revealed. The upgrade includes two sections: a 377m stretch east from the Chambers Island footbridge to the Ken Neil Bridge with a new undercover viewing deck, outdoor furniture, refurbished kayak ramp and widened pathway; and a 311m stretch around the Cod Hole Boat Ramp including a new toilet block, landscaping, pathway upgrade and car park reconfiguration.... The works were delivered in partnership with the Queensland Government, which contributed $700,000. Pictured are Archer and Fraser at the improved foreshore.
25.01.2022 App helping those on Hunt A Sunshine Coast-based jobs app is open for business and available now for download. The Hunt app has entered the market in time to help drive the economy forward in the post-COVID era. ... Job candidates and businesses can connect using the app’s match-making technology and an intuitive interface that allows job seeking, communication and job matching at the user’s fingertips. Natalie Cherry, co-founder of Hunt, launched the idea after discovering the need for jobseekers and business alike to be able to connect and communicate quickly without the requirement of labour-intensive candidate profiling and long hours spent on cycling through hundreds of CVs. As a local business owner based here in the Noosa and Sunshine Coast region, I saw the need for an application to disrupt the traditional jobseeking platforms and decided to develop a tool that was accessible to all, without the need for expensive job ads and long hours sifting through CVs, she says. The app was developed and led by Natalie (pictured) with a small team of Australian-based app developers and designers, before going through rigorous testing prior to it being launched in the local market. Hunt uses AI and machine learning so employers can select precise demographic parameters for employees, instead of resorting to the laborious processing of resumes and cover letters, or via equally inconsistent applicant tracking systems that currently exist. Employers will now get a short-list guaranteed to fulfil candidate selection criteria before the interviews start. There’s no need to outsource employment application processes to recruiters and agencies, saving time and money of both employers and employees. Both jobseeker and employer have complete visibility of each other’s attributes before being matched and selected, all whilst they go about their daily tasks and routines, Natalie says. Candidates can also share video CVs and portfolio attachments if required all via the app interface. Hunt is available now on the App Store or Google Play. Visit www.huntapp.com.au or scan the QR code. Hunt App @hunt.jobs #hunt #job #apply #QRCode
24.01.2022 Christmas cheer with a different feel IMAGE by KERRIE FRIEND... Well I’m sure you’re probably like me and find it hard to believe with everything that’s been going on in our world (thanks COVID!) that the festive season has rolled around once again. The good news is that the state borders are reopening and there’s a vaccine on its way so hopefully 2021 will be the year of reset. But even so most of us are still feeling somewhat discombobulated after this crazy year and understandably may have some of the 2020 funk on us. I thought I’d give you a little extra help this month to help you spread the Christmas cheer and set yourself up for a happy new year. Here’s my list of must dos to help enjoy this albeit perhaps different jolly season. 1. Make a joyful list. Be thankful and grateful for the good things you have. Joy journalling is so beneficial for our soul. Take the time to make your joy list full of all the things you love most about this season, and celebrate and indulge in them. Enjoy all the things that nourish your spirit, soul and body, and commemorate the moments of the season with pure joy. Enjoy mangoes, beach walks, write Christmas cards, serve a community charity and so on. 2. Use wisdom and put a guard around your mouth and heart during this season as we generally spend extra time with family or friends and that sometimes can add stress. Stay aware of any possible situations and plan ahead if you need to. Do your best to keep gatherings peaceful and wonderful but adjust wisely if required. 3. Spend a leisurely moment writing out everything you need to do for Christmas. What you need to purchase, decorate, bake, organise, tidy and so on, and remove anything that’s not important until after the season. Plan as much as you can because plans keep us focused, make the season much more pleasurable and help keep us present and not so overwhelmed. 4. Just because it’s the merry season doesn’t mean we have to throw away every good habit (exercise and health) we’ve put in place this year. Go ahead and have fun and spoil yourself during this time of year but also use some self-control. You’ll be much happier you didn’t detour too far away when 2021 rolls around. We’re at the end of a very difficult year and we should take this time to fully appreciate what we’ve achieved by coming together as a country throughout it. While it hasn’t been perfect and it’s certainly something none of us ever considered we’d have to endure, it’s now time to celebrate this beautiful season with goodwill and cheer. Let’s keep the lessons we’ve learned during this year and keep hope alive for a brighter future. I pray you all have a very merry Christmas and may we all have a happy 2021. God bless, Kerrie www.kerriefriend.com @Kerrie Friend Kerrie Friend
24.01.2022 Mzaza Hard to pronounce and even harder to explain. Two-time Queensland Music Award winners Mzaza doesnt particularly fall into any specific musical genre, and certainly none that is considered mainstream in their Aussie homeland....Continue reading
24.01.2022 Mushroom farming business blooming by CHRIS GILMORE A registered nurse and midwife is turning her passion for oyster mushrooms into a fledgeling business....Continue reading
24.01.2022 OUR FIRST ISSUE OUT TODAY!! https://www.issuu.com/hinterland//sct_paper_aug_2020_e_mag
23.01.2022 First residential building underway in new CBD The sod has been turned marking the start of the first residential building in the new Maroochydore CBD precinct. Located at the Mundoo Boulevard entrance, the $83m Market Lane Residences comprises 146 spacious two- and three-bedroom apartments elevated across 14 levels over two towers. Six SOHO (small-office-home-office) townhouses along with retail will make up the ground floor....Continue reading
23.01.2022 TURKEY AND MANGO SALAD Serves: 6 Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 5-10minutes Fruit and veg: 1 serve per portion... Ingredients cup sunflower and pumpkin seeds cup Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon honey cup apple cider vinegar cup olive oil teaspoon black pepper 4-5 cups baby spinach 200g cherry tomatoes, halved red onion, sliced 500g cooked turkey meat (preferably breast), sliced 1 large mango, sliced cup dried cranberries Method Dry roast sunflower and pumpkin seeds in pan over medium heat for 5-10 minutes. Cool. Combine mustard, honey, vinegar, olive oil and pepper for dressing. Set aside. Combine baby spinach, tomatoes and red onion in large salad bowl. Sprinkle turkey meat, mango, cranberries and seeds on salad. Drizzle a small amount of dressing on salad and serve with remainder in small jug. What's great about it? This salad is just what you need after all those festive celebrations. A great recipe to use up those turkey leftovers from Christmas dinner, and light and fresh enough to be enjoyed on a hot summer’s day. Recipe courtesy of the Country Kitchens Team @countrykitchens Country Kitchens
23.01.2022 Maroochydore Special guest speaker Maroochydore VIEW Club’s next luncheon was held on October 23 with a Spring Racing Carnival theme. The guest speaker will be Professor David Lacey, the director of the Institute for Cyber Investigations and Forensics at USC and the managing director of IDCARE, to talk about identity theft and the cyber world.... VIEW supports The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program, and the Maroochydore branch is proud to support 10 children. Members also participate in the Learning Club at Kuluin State School. Volunteers from the club assist with making library bags and helping children with reading, homework and after-school care. Maroochydore VIEW Club is part of a network of clubs all over Australia that celebrate the interests and education of women, where newcomers can make new friends and become a part of their community, participate in coffee mornings and book clubs, and enjoy a monthly social outing. The club meets on the fourth Friday of each month at the Maroochydore Surf Club. Pictured above are Jeannie Black and Lorraine Gould enjoying a high tea at Brightwater Tavern as September’s social outing, and pictured below are Mary Cheeseman, Julie Terrasson and Karen Chin who volunteer to assist at Kuluin Primary School.
23.01.2022 For well over a decade Ive authored three books (currently finishing my 4th) and written hundreds of articles about our Image (spirit, soul and body) published in newspapers and magazines worldwide. My Image concept was birthed years ago from my personal pursuit to find out who and what I was from the inside out. My Identification, Appearance, Metamorphosis, Grace, and Encouragement, IMAGE landed in my heart and Ive been growing and changing ever since. Finding my answe...rs is a process that has become my passion and making a difference in the world through Image my purpose. I discovered we all have a spirit (our inner being), soul (our mind, will and emotions) and body and each of them play a role through which we get to experience the amazing gift of life. Each month I will endeavour to inspire you with topics that will enhance your image and help you become the best version of yourself, the person you were always intended to be through sincere transformation and authenticity. I believe we are all born at the right time, with the right gifts to deliver and celebrate our unique image with the world. Age, race, or gender doesnt matter because our image is the true gift and waits only on us to be released. My hope is that each month within Image youll discover and uncover new dreams, purpose and passion to fulfill and demonstrate beautifully your one of a kind, amazing image. We are a combination of our hopes, dreams, and desires and by unlocking the principles within IMAGE we can change and manifest them into our reality. Ill explore ideas that will both challenge and encourage you to transform allowing you to thrive with intention and potential. Our true image isnt based on our appearance but on who and what we identify with this is the essence of who we really are and produces the platform for who we can become. Ill support you as you excavate your soul, unearth all that is within you and help you heal your way to wholeness as you capture your new and enhanced image. Youll learn fresh ways to make a difference in the world around you through serving others with your purpose and venture together as we reveal your extraordinary spirit, soul and body. And through truthful self care, self awareness and self love youll create an image youll be very thankful for as you connect to your uniqueness and expose your astounding image masterpiece. We are all born with an abundance of potential inside us and I look so forward to IMAGE inspiring you to never stop growing and changing and becoming the best version of you. Lets journey together through Image as we revolutionize ourselves and help the world around us with our one and only image. God bless, Kerrie www.KerrieFriend.com
23.01.2022 Kenneth Chadwick with Amanda Marshall and Tina Larden from Carinity Home Care Sunshine Coast Duo pay tribute to families’ service Remembrance Day was a special occasion for Kenneth Chadwick and his carer, Amanda Marshall.... They attended a Remembrance Day service at Buderim that paid tribute to Kenneth’s father, World War I veteran Bill Chadwick. Bill was a Buderim farmer who volunteered for the Australian Army at 17 and served as a gunner in the 4th Division Artillery Battery in France. His wife Ivy played piano at the first ANZAC Day service in Buderim held in 1920. He died in 1962. Kenneth wore his father’s military medals for the Remembrance Day commemorations. Amanda’s great-great uncle Sgt Eric Joseph Foote was also a Buderim farmer. He was killed in action in France in 1916. The war memorial sanctuary in Buderim is named in his honour. Kenneth served as president of the Buderim War Memorial Community Association. He was awarded an Order of Australia in 2009 for his dedication to the community, including his involvement with the Sunshine Coast Concert Band. Amanda, from Carinity Home Care Sunshine Coast, has been supporting Kenneth, 92, with domestic service around his home. Carinity Home Care offers services to support seniors remain living independently at home including household support, nursing care, personal grooming and getting out in their local community. Visit carinityhomecare.org.au. Carinity @carinity
23.01.2022 No pressure for champ by CHRIS GILMORE She might be the reigning Nutri-Grain IronWoman champion but Sunny Coast athlete Lana Rogers is not feeling any pressure to defend her title....Continue reading
23.01.2022 Boaties to benefit The Caloundra Power Boat Club has donated $5000 to the Caloundra Coast Guard. Power Boat Club president Joe Keates presented the cheque to the Coast Guard’s Commander Roger Pearce (pcitured).... The Caloundra flotilla of the Australia Volunteer Coast Guard has been doing it even harder than usual this year because many of its fundraising events, including Saturday raffles at the Caloundra Power Boat Club, have not been to be held because of coronavirus restrictions, Joe said. The CPBC is recognises the huge contribution that the Coast Guard makes to the safety and health of people using the Pumicestone Passage and the offshore waters of Caloundra. Caloundra Powerboat Club @caloundrapowerboatclub #powerboat
23.01.2022 Music Love of nature Sunny Coast hinterland duo JC and the Tree have released their debut album Between Land and Sea.... The long-term boyfriend and girlfriend duo aka Jacinta Simons and Jesse Tree, who grew up in Montville and Yandina respectively launched the album in September. The album is a compilation of songs written from my teen years until now, Jesse says. It tells a story of the changing life of a young lost teenager to adulthood and finding purpose in life. The lead single is called #Sunday #Coffee, which features a film clip with footage from around the Sunshine Coast. Motivated by their love of nature, the duo will be gifting native seeds with the purchase of each CD and vinyl (all printed to be as eco-friendly as possible). They also have other ethically and environmentally conscious merchandise on offer. The album can be bought via www.jcandthetree.com and is avaialble on online streaming services. #music #love #nature @jcandthetree
22.01.2022 Education for the Future Did you know the Sunny Coast has more than 5000 apprentices and trainees and 13,000 vocational graduates across more than 100 registered training organisations and almost 2500 university students graduating every year? These glowing educational outcomes are highlighted in a new publication and showcase video, titled Creating Brighter Futures.... This joint initiative between Education Sunshine Coast and Sunshine Coast Council shines a light on our region as not only a spectacular place to live, work and play, but also a vibrant and engaging place to learn. Creating Brighter Futures highlights the regions education offerings from primary, secondary, vocational and tertiary and tells the story of outstanding student experiences and achievement in areas such as robotics, coding, 3D printing and design, the arts, sport, science, urban planning, business, education and health. Professor Joanne Scott, who is president of not-for-profit organisation Education Sunshine Coast, said the coast offers outstanding lifelong education opportunities. Our regions educational offerings prepare students to contribute locally, nationally and globally in the 21st century, Prof Scott said. Our schools have a record of performance of academic excellence, with many among the top performing schools in Queensland, achieved through outstanding staff and world class curriculum within contemporary and natural learning environments. We have two universities that prepare world-ready graduates through career-focused leaning. Together USC and CQUniversity offer more than 400 courses ranging from short courses through to undergraduate, post graduate and research degrees with a mix of on-campus and online learning. Sunshine Coast Economic Development portfolio Councillor Terry Landsberg said Creating Bright Futures aims to acknowledge the importance of education and training, especially during challenging times, such as the impacts of covid-19. Creating Brighter Futures is a tribute to the effort and dedication of our regions teachers, academics and professional staff, many of whom continue to face uncertainty as the education sector continues to adapt to the changes brought on by covid-19, Cr Landsberg said. Education is a human endeavour and the transition to a new Sunshine Coast economy in a post covid-19 world requires the skills and talent of the community to be retained, re-trained and developed to ensure the region has an agile workforce that is fit for the future. This publication especially helps our young community members and their parents to understand the educational opportunities that exist here on the Sunshine Coast, both now and into the future. Read and share Creating Brighter Futures at www.educationsunshinecoast.com/publications/ For more information about Student Attraction and Student Employability resources, visit Study Sunshine Coast www.studysunshinecoast.com.au
22.01.2022 Navigating negotiations by ANTONIA MERCORELLA CEO, Real Estate Institute of Queensland...Continue reading
22.01.2022 Singing and swinging The Sunshine Coast Jazz Club is inviting people to celebrate a Gatsby-style Christmas with the Caxton Street Jazz Band on Sunday, December 13. The swinging jazz band elicits enthusiastic responses from audiences. Members of the band include some of Australia’s leading jazz players as well as instrumentalists who are vocalists. ... While their roots are firmly planted in the hot jazz of the early 1900s, many other influences are represented including big band swing, mainstream jazz, folk, country, rhythm and blues and popular tunes from ’30s, ’40s and ’50s. This band is guaranteed to get you singing and swinging all at the same time. Shows are at the Caloundra Power Boat Club. There will be two shows on the day the first at noon and the second at 4pm. For more information phone Richard on 0427 782 960 or visit www.sunshinecoastjazzclub.net.au. #Singing #swinging Sunshine Coast Jazz Club Inc #SunshineCoastJazzClubInc
22.01.2022 Surf Ranch Development Not Worth the Flood Risk - Community Groups As top professional surfers prepared for the first World Surf League (WSL) event since the pandemic at Kelly Slaters California Surf Ranch this month, local community groups fighting a second proposed WSL wave pool on flood-prone land at Coolum West met with the Minister for State Development Kate Jones to discuss their concerns....Continue reading
22.01.2022 Boosting education Maroochydore VIEW Club has had its last luncheon for 2020, celebrating with a festive theme and entertainment by Coastal Caring Clowns Candy and Rocco. The club collected final donations for the annual stationery appeal for the Learning for Life program. The program helps with the education of disadvantaged children. The club has volunteers who assist with the homework club at Kuluin Primary School. Meetings are on the fourth Friday of each month, resuming ...in January, at the Maroochydore Surf Club. Phone 1800 633 622. Pictured are club members sorting out the donations. See more
22.01.2022 When Two Grapes Combine Wine Time by Michele Sternberg If youve never heard of a pinotage wine, dont worry, its a very South African thing. But theres no reason we shouldnt be enjoying it alongside our more traditional cabernet sauvignons, merlots and sauvignon blancs more often....Continue reading
22.01.2022 Take your Taste buds on Holiday By Michele Sternberg International travel is on the backburner at the moment, but its still okay to dream.... One of my favourite countries is Africa so I took myself along to the Zebra Crossing in Wises Rd at Buderim and let my tastebuds enjoy a holiday. Theres no zebra on the caf menu, but you will find bunny chow, vetkoek and a boerewors roll. For the uninitiated, bunny chow is not a rabbit dish. Its actually a delicious, melt-in-the-mouth South African mutton curry which is served in a loaf of bread with tomato relish and chutney. Not too spicy, its a rich warming meal and at just $15 is more than enough to fill an empty tummy. For those who are not keen on the loaf of bread, order the curry and rice its the same divine mutton curry with a serve of rice, tomato mix and chutney. The last time I tried boerewors was at a backyard barbeque and the home owners happened to be South African. The sausage-like boerewors is rolled around into a coil shape and has more of a salami texture. Once cooked, its chopped up into pieces sized for the occasion. Zebra Crossing owners Stephen Shelley Scholfield has sourced specialist butchers to prepare the varieties he sells, both from the fridge or served up with caramelised onion in a fresh bread roll ($8). Think hot dog, but better! If you want something really different, try the vetkoek ($14). Its essentially a hamburger, but with a deep fried bun (lighter than it sounds) filled with curried mince, African chutney, herbs and tomato. One bite into the crispy bun exterior gives way to a light and fluffy interior and releases the rich flavour of the contents. I cant rave enough about this bun. It was so good. This menu has a lot of familiar dishes (such as nachos and samosas, both $15) that are served with a South African twist. Hot chips ($7) come with African salt and sauce of your choice. Even the salad of feta, spinach, cucumber, avocado with garlic aioli and a tomato and onion mix can be ordered with roast chicken or biltong ($14). Speaking of biltong (which is strips of dried and cured meat for those wondering), the Biltong Bar fills the rear wall of the Zebra Crossing and, just like a lolly bar, you can grab a paper bag and fill it with a variety of mixed flavours to take home. The caf serves an all day breakfast, too, if youre craving eggs on toast, a bacon and egg roll, French toast, an omelette, eggs benedict or a Kalahari breakfast (two free range eggs, boerewors, bacon, tomato and toast). Plus theres the usual coffees, teas and cold drinks and a selection of sweets in the display fridge. Grab a table with a map on top so while youre waiting for your meal to arrive, you can explore the African continent and dream.
22.01.2022 Keep your pets safe at Christmas by PENNY BRISCHKE Sunshine Coast Animal Refuge... It’s nearly Christmas time and what a wonderful time of the year. I am looking forward to spending time with family and friends and my fur-kids of course! Here are some quick tips to keep your fur-babies safe at this time and around the Christmas table. Human and party food can be disastrous for pets, causing tummy upsets or even pancreatitis. Play it safe and avoid sharing it with your pets. Grapes, chocolate, sultanas and raisins are all poisonous to dogs. Cooked bones are a no no. Don’t leave edible gifts under the Christmas tree where your pets can unwrap them and consume them. Make sure your Christmas tree is secure and can’t tip or fall over, especially if you have a cat that enjoys climbing. Be careful of low-hanging decorations such as tinsel and shiny things that could cause issues if ingested by your pets. Having loads of people in your (and your pet’s) home may make them anxious or unsettled. Ensure you have a safe place they can retreat to for quiet time if needed. Watch for firework notifications in your area and ensure your pet’s microchip details are up to date. If your pet escapes your yard, at least with an up-to-date microchip the chances of getting them home is improved. Also, please don’t buy pets as presents for people for Christmas without them knowing. It’s always good to include people and kids in choosing their own pets, that way they get what they want as well as knowing the new pet matches their lifestyle and needs. We are currently running our All I Want for Christmas cats and dogs wishlist donation campaign. If you can’t adopt, foster or volunteer, how about donating to a SCARS cat or dog for Christmas. Either pop to our Facebook page and donate via the pinned post, pop into the office or call us and donate over the phone. Bucky (pictured with Santa Paws), one of SCARS’ 100-plus dogs, has got his eye on a new dog bed cover ($15) and a Kong ($20) he has been such a good boy so hopefully will get his wish! He is a bull arab cross who is just over a year old and looking for his forever home. Contact us to arrange to meet him. Phone 5494 5275 from 10am-5pm Tuesday to Sunday. On behalf of SCARS I’d like to wish you all a safe and happy holiday and festive season filled with many wonderful times that create lifelong memories to enjoy.
21.01.2022 Festive celebration Maleny Commerce is hosting a Christmas concert on December 11 at the Maleny Showgrounds. Gates open at 5pm with music from 6pm, starting with traditional carols followed by solo and duet musicians, culminating in an all-star line-up for a 10pm finish.... Food and drinks will be available, Lions will be selling raffle tickets and there will be a best-dressed competition. Numbers are capped at 1000, with tickets to be sold online for $5 per person (under-10s free). Bring your own blanket or chair. For more details find Maleny Commerce on Facebook. Pictured are Francoise and Dada (Steve), aka Ruba Tuba, at a previous #Maleny #Christmas #celebration. #malenycommerce
21.01.2022 Coast Guard Caloundra’s primary rescue vessel Caloundra Rescue crossing the bar to assist a boatie in trouble Don’t get fooled by coastal bars by JOHN GASPAROTTO... Caloundra Volunteer Coast Guard Boaties planning to enjoy our fine weather out on the open water are reminded to take care around Caloundra’s bar. Commander Roger Pearce AFSM of the Coast Guard Caloundra said there were always risks in crossing coastal bars, and skippers must take care and precautions. Some people are drawn into crossing a bar in smooth conditions only to find conditions have changed before they return home, he said. Always consider tides and weather forecasts before heading out. The rule is simple if the weather or sea conditions aren’t favourable, don't risk it. Lives have been lost on Queensland's coastal bars and these tragedies can be avoided with smart skippering. Knowing the tides, local conditions and having the right boat are all important factors boaties should consider before crossing a bar, even in fine weather. Maritime Safety Queensland has the following tips for venturing to sea from coastal rivers: Try to cross a coastal bar on a making tide, as conditions are usually rougher at an ebb tide. Observe wave patterns and map a potential route through the breakers. Talk to experienced local boaters and volunteer marine rescue organisations to improve your knowledge of local conditions. Ensure your boat is capable of withstanding impacts from waves. Brief passengers and crew about safety equipment before beginning a crossing. Ensure all hatches, covers and loose items are secured. Commander Pearce stressed it was compulsory for all occupants of boats less than 4.8m to wear a life jacket when crossing designated coastal bars. Responsible skippers should ensure everyone is wearing a life jacket whenever there’s a heightened risk, he said. Enjoy your boating, but always be aware of the increased risk you place yourself and your passengers in when crossing a bar. "Remember you're the skipper, you're responsible."
21.01.2022 Smooth sounds Australian-Fijian singer-songwriter Andrea Kirwin will perform at the Tewantin Noosa RSL from 6-9pm on January 9. Andrea recently toured with Katie Noonan and Louise King for Sunshine Sounds. She has previously played at the Woodford Folk Festival, Brisbane Festival and Caloundra Music Festival.... Andrea weaves melodies and story telling lyrics together to create a rich tapestry much like the way her Fijian grandmother used to weave pandanus mats in the village, her social media page says. Each song is crafted in a way that allows the listener to subtly enter into the space between words and really experience the story. Andrea writes, records, produces and performs original songs, and also runs her independent record label Peace Run Records. She is currently finishing her fifth album, Bloom. Image by Chris Mattana. @andreakirwin Andrea Kirwin @love_food_perth
21.01.2022 Count to ten Ten Little Pieces truly can make a big difference THE preschooler could see the problem, understand the consequences and offer a solution....Continue reading
21.01.2022 Thriving After Lockdown The world is certainly walking through interesting times. The covid19 crisis has affected many businesses and has just about wiped out the arts industry with live performances now a rarity, but the local jazz scene seems to be thriving under the current conditions. A new jazz event started after lockdown has seen a huge demand from patrons on the Sunny Coast.... Local jazz artist and event organiser Robyn Brown has been working in collaboration with the Glass House Brewery in Mons Rd at Forest Glen to run a regular jazz night which features a two-course dinner along with a show from world-class jazz artists. Three shows run since lockdown all sold-out quickly and have been filled with an enthusiastic audience who have been loving the live performances from amazing musicians, up close and personal. Watching jazz musicians interact, play off each other and improvise is a unique live experience that you cant get online. Taking in the swinging vibes, brilliant musicianship, blistering solos and serious humour while enjoying great food and smooth brews is a fantastic experience. These shows have been so popular, says Robyn, weve had huge waiting lists for these events. Coronavirus restrictions mean that seating is limited due to spacing requirements so we cant sell as many tickets as we normally would. Hence were encouraging people to book early. So why is the jazz thriving when other places are struggling to have live entertainment? I think jazz works really well under the current restrictions, says Robyn. Jazz lovers like to sit and really enjoy the music. Its not like a party atmosphere, these are people who like to enjoy a glass of wine and a beautiful meal while they watch and listen to the artists. They are really interested in the music so they want to watch what the musicians are doing. Weve already had sell-out shows from Mal Wood, Galapagos Duck and myself. Coming up we have award-winning vocalist Ingrid James, and Brazilian artist Eddie Gazani. We may have to put on more shows to keep up with demand! Feedback from the patrons has been overwhelmingly enthusiastic. They love the interaction with the musicians, the great food, the atmosphere. We all come out buzzing! Its great because we can support local artists and this wonderful local business. This hidden gem in Forest Glen also offers some of the finest brewed craft beer on the coast. To book go to www.stickytickets.com.au/TheJazzSessions If you want to be a hip cat, head on down to The Jazz Sessions at the Glass House Brewery, Forest Glen. Coming up: 23 August, 6pm Galapagos Duck SOLD OUT 27 September, 6pm - The Ingrid James Quartet 18 October, 6pm Eddie Gazani & Friends album launch
21.01.2022 Special visit Santa is coming to the Arthur Street Country Market on December 20 in his blue convertible Triumph car. It follows a visit by the Caring Coastal Clowns (pictured) in November. The market is open every Sunday from 7am-noon (closed December 27) at the Caloundra Rugby Union Club car park in Arthur St. It supports Dicky Beach Surf Life Saving Club, which will have a display of lifesaving gear at the December 20 event. ... New stallholders are welcome, phone 0401 482 949 or email [email protected]. Dicky Beach Surf Life Saving Club @dickybeachslsc @caloundrarugbyunion #arthurst
21.01.2022 Prize hopes Sunny Coast author Edward Figg has been shortlisted for an award in the UK called the People’s Book Prize. His book The Euro Man, the latest in his DCI Carter series, is in the running for the award, which allows people to become the judges through a voting system. ... Edward, who now lives in Rosemount, was born in the UK and spent seven years as a special police officer there. He moved with his wife and children to Australia in 1969, moving to the Sunshine Coast in 2015. He didn't start writing until he was 70. Other books in the DCI Carter series are The Anniversary Man, The Burning Man and the yet-to-be-published The Doll Man. Voting for the awards closes on in April. Visit www.peoplesbookprize.com. Ed Figg @edwardfigg65 #TheAnniversaryMan #TheBurningMan
20.01.2022 Altum Property Group directors Alex Rigby and Rob McCready Parkridge Noosa wins horticulture award Parkridge Noosa has taken out the prestigious 2020 Green Space Urban Award at the 60th annual Australian Institute of Horticulture awards.... Rob McCready, the director of Peregian-based developer Altum Property Group, said the award recognised the commitment of the developer and consultants to create a harmonious environment between the mixed-use project and the nearby Girraween Nature Reserve. The feedback from the judging panel is that we won this award due to our commitment to excellence, innovation and exemplary planning and delivery of a seamless interface between natural vegetated areas and the Parkridge development, he said. Pathways were installed surrounding the development, including plant pallet and landscape design, to encourage the integration of wildlife from the reserve and provide a corridor for transition across the site, while dedicated park and open landscaped areas are used by residents for recreation as well as habitat for wildlife. Parkridge Noosa, which was transformed from a disused sand mine, was launched in late 2017 and has recorded more than $175 million in sales. It has also won a number of industry awards for its excellence in design and construction. About 25,000 sq m of waste was either reused or recycled as part of the rehabilitation of the 5.44ha site. The end result has been phenomenal with a stunning subtropical resort style development created in what was once an eyesore for the local council and community, Rob said. @altumpropertygroup #winshorticultureaward #parkridgenoosa
20.01.2022 Morning teas return Caloundra Evening VIEW Club has returned to monthly indoor morning teas at the Caloundra Power Boat Club. Calorie-counting was forgotten as members celebrated seeing their old friends all together in one place. The club has 110 members who hold regular dinners and social functions with the aim of funding the education expenses of nine disadvantaged students in the area. ... Visit www.view.org.au or call 0403 504 408. Pictured are Heather Twigg, Enid Traill, president May Thomas and Janette Clarke. @caloundrapowerboatclub Caloundra Powerboat Club Enid Traill
20.01.2022 School mural comes to life Mountain Creek State High School has marked NAIDOC Week for 2020 by commissioning a mural that tells the story of Buderim Mountain. Gubbi Gubbi/Kabi Kabi traditional custodian and artist Lyndon Davies and his team designed and painted the mural for more than a week to prepare it for NAIDOC Week.... This year’s theme Always Was, Always Will Be recognises the ongoing custodianship and close cultural and spiritual connection to land and sea that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have had for over 50,000 years, said Edward Ong, the school’s deputy principal inclusion. It is about recognising our First Nations people as the first explorers, first navigators, first farmers and scientists and astronomers, and acknowledging that Australia’s history did not begin with documented European contact, but has a long and deep history. The school is at the foothills of Buderim Mountain, which is why it is so significant. The NAIDOC celebrations were formally launched by James Doyle, a proud Kabi Kabi, Butchulla, Lardill and Ungarri murdi (man), who undertook a formal Welcome to Country and shared cultural stories and dance. The school also participated in the Australian-wide incentive called the Connect to Country Walk. The idea was to walk around the school area and connect with the way local Aboriginal people traditionally used and lived with the local flora and fauna. The school is also looking forward to more cultural events in 2021. "We are excited about our future projects planned for 2021 connecting our school with the traditional custodians of this land, the Gubbi Gubbi/Kabi Kabi peoples," said ISP homestay co-ordinator and international student liaison officer Fiona Howett. #mountaincreekstatehigh #schools Mountain Creek State High School
20.01.2022 The 2nd issue of the Sunny Coast Times is out now! Pick up a copy from one of the outlets below or read it online. https://issuu.com/hinterlandtim//sct_paper_sep_2020_e_mag IGA Dicky Beach Fruit Shed Warana Wirreanda News & Gifts Beach Rd Coffee Co... Zebra Crossing Fruity Life Mooloolaba News The Pallet Espresso Bar House Gryphon Cafe Lucky 7 Convenience Store Golden Beach Newsagents Rumba Resort Caloundra Newsagents Currimundi Woolworths Venue 114 Aldi Meridian Plains Peregian Beach News News Power Pelican Waters Centre Espresso Bean there done that The Sebel Resort Pelican Waters lAroma del Cafe Aroona Foodworks Harvey Norman - Noosaville Rolling Surf Resort in Caloundra Woolworths Chancellor Park Market Place Coolum Park Shopping centre Woolworths Whites IGA Bli Bli Whites IGA Mt Coolum Whites IGA Peregian Beach The Shed Kunara Health Store Bli Bli Newsgaency Cignal Buderim Forest Glen Newsagency Cignal News Foodstore Convenience Store Warana Newsagency - Warana Shopping Village Friendly Grocer Wurtulla Wurtulla News Cooroy IGA Cooroy Newsagency Rouse Realty Peregian Springs News Perigian Springs Coles Tewantin Newsagent United Garage Doonan Noosa Nextra Noosaville Noosa Civic Management Caltex Garage Noosa Civic Noosa Village Noosaville Noosa Fair News Coolum Beach News Sunshine Beach General Store Sunshine Beach Realty.. Peregian Beach News Mudjimba Beach News NewsPower Marcoola News Big Top News Agent Noosa Aquatic Centre Liberty Nicklin way Kawana Stockland Caloundra Oaks Oasis Resort Caloundra BWS Woolworths Caloundra Noosa Civic News Kerrys Corner Shop Caloundra Edgewater Village Bli Bli Chancellor Newsasgent Chancellor Park Foodworks Moffat Beach Joe Crew Stormbird Shelly Beach Seasons IGA Caloundra Whites IGA Baringa Eumundi post office Fruits of Noosa Doonan Sunshine Coast Airport Motel Hastings St Information Iga Buderim 7 Eleven Coolum Beach Noosa Domain Village Paddington Resort Acres Noosa Belmondos Noosa Natures Edge Buderim Tyrepower Noosa See more
20.01.2022 Old-time theatre Travel back to Victorian-era London for a hilarious melodrama courtesy of Noosa Arts Theatre. Written and directed by Sue Sewell, A Turkey’s Tail features songs to make you laugh and cry, and the audience is encouraged to hiss the villains and cheer the heroes in the old music hall style.... Originally titled Paws for Thought, the play was performed at Noosa Arts in 1984 as part of an evening of theatre restaurant. It has been updated to include music and a Christmas theme. Established in 1970, the community-based Noosa Arts Theatre aims to encourage people to become involved in all aspects of theatrical work. Shows are on January 7, 8, 14 and 15 at 7.30pm and January 9, 10, 16 and 17 at 2pm. Tickets are $28 for adults, $23 concession and $20 for members, group bookings of eight or more and under-18s. Visit www.noosaartstheatre.org.au. Noosa Arts Theatre @noosaartstheatre
20.01.2022 Festive gift guide Keep it local this Christmas Need some last-minute gifts this festive season? Check out these ideas that will impress your loved ones and support our Sunshine Coast region at the same time...Continue reading
19.01.2022 Legal eagle’s career soars by CHRIS GILMORE From prosecuting murder cases in Hong Kong to judging trials in tribal Papua New Guinea to running triathlons at 75, Bernie Ryan has certainly lived an extraordinary life....Continue reading
19.01.2022 The Eu-Bundy IPA a unique creation by Eumundi Brewery and Bundaberg Rum Distillery has been launched at the Imperial Hotel in Eumundi. While beer and rum are from very different drink spheres, we wanted to create some magic by bringing the two together, Eumundi Brewery head brewer Chris Sheehan said. The new beer is on tap at selected hotels and bars in Queensland, and a limited number of cans are available from the Imperial Hotel and the Bundaberg Rum Distillery. Bunda...berg Rum @eumundibrewery Eumundi Brewery Imperial Hotel Eumundi See more
19.01.2022 Play for kids A team of Sunshine Coast creative personalities are presenting Santa’s Christmas Chaos at the Buderim War Memorial Hall. Written by 3bCreative principal Anne Grant with Julie Bray, the play for young children will feature original music by Marji Murray from the Palmwoods Little Village Choir. Performances are on December 18 at 10am and 4pm, and December 20 at 10am and 4pm. Tickets are $10, under-2s free. Bookings are essential, visit www.3bcreative.live. ... Pictured are Anne Grant, Marji Murray, Ali Lambole, Joy Marshall, Errol J. Morrison and Kerryl Johnson as Snowballs the dog. @3bcreativeqld 3bcreative #buderimwarmemorialhall
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19.01.2022 Eyes too big for its belly A carpet python with a European hare. Image by Vic Jakes by VIC JAKES...Continue reading
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18.01.2022 The Sunshine Coast’s chambers of commerce have come together for a Combined Chamber Christmas celebration at Birtinya’s new NightQuarter. Members of the 4556 (Buderim), Caloundra Chamber, Coolum Business and Tourism, Glasshouse Country Chamber, Gympie Chamber, Kawana Chamber, Maroochydore Chamber, Sunshine Coast Chamber Alliance and Sunshine Coast Young Chamber enjoyed an exclusive evening of networking, food, drinks and entertainment. Images courtesy of Your Brand Crew.... @4556chamber, 4556 Chamber of Commerce @caloundra_chamber , Caloundra Chamber of Commerce Coolum Business and Tourism @glasshousecountrychamber , Glasshouse Country Chamber of Commerce Inc. @gympiechamber , Gympie Chamber of Commerce Inc @kawanabiz , Kawana Chamber of Commerce Maroochydore Chamber of Commerce Sunshine Coast Chamber Alliance @youngchambersc , Sunshine Coast Young Chamber of Commerce Yourbrandcrew @yourbrandcrew
18.01.2022 Current Bulk Distribution Locations (Issue #1 released 19/08/2020 IGA Dicky Beach Coolum Beach News Wirreanda News & Gifts... Zebra Crossing Golden Beach Newsagents Rumba Resort Caloundra Newsagents Currimundi Woolworths Aldi Meridian Plains Peregian Beach News News Power Pelican Waters Centre Harvey Norman - Noosaville Rolling Surf Resort in Caloundra Woolworths Chancellor Park Market Place Coolum Park Shopping centre Woolowrths Whites IGA Bli Bli Whites IGA Mt Coolum Whites IGA Peregian Beach The Shed - Forest Glen Bli Bli Newsgaency Forest Glen Newsagency Warana Newsganecy - Warana Shopping Village Wurtulla News Cooroy IGA Cooroy Newsagency Rouse Realty Northshore Realty Elite Trade Supplies Peregian Springs News Perigian Springs Coles United Garage Doonan Noosa Civic Caltex Garage Noosa Civic Noosa Junction.. Noosa Fair News Noosa Junction News Sunshine Beach General Store Sunshine Beach Realty.. Peregian Beach News Mudjimba Beach News NewsPower Marcoola News See more
18.01.2022 Marvellous merlots worth a try WINE TIME by MICHELE STERNBERG... It’s time to talk about the elephant in the room. And it’s a whopper. The 2019 Elephant in the Room Whopping Merlot came as a complete surprise as the first aromas caught in my nostrils. Then the first sip was smooth (much, much smoother than I expected for a $16 bottle of red), danced around my tastebuds and caressed my throat on its way down. Why has no one mentioned this little gem to me before? It will be the perfect barbecue companion. This bottle arrived in my shopping basket only because it was being offered at a discount price with a certain spend at my local bottle shop. Would I have tried it otherwise? Possibly not because I’ve seen the same brand packaged into a cask and gimmicky mini bottles that the wine snob in me detests. I’m the first to admit when I’m wrong, and in this instance, my pre-conceived judgments were very wrong. The bottle boasts proudly that this merlot embraces everything that was great about gargantuan wines before the style police took control. A monster of mouthfeel, it’s big, rich and smooth (oh so smooth). Full of ripe red berries balanced by spice, there’s no harshness at all about this beast and it was the perfect dinner partner when roast lamb was on the table. So it’s important we all start talking about the elephant in the room. I wonder how this will cellar and if a few years will enhance the flavours. While we’re on the subject of catchy names, a bird in the hand is worth well, it’s worth a try, that’s for sure. The 2018 Bird in the Hand Merlot is a more expensive drop and well teamed with a juicy wagyu beef steak. Aged in French oak for 20 months, this wine has complex fine-grained tannins that deliver a long and rich finish. This, I’m confident, will cellar well. Based in Woodside, in the Adelaide Hills, the winery is owned and run by the Nugent family. There are four award-winning specialty tiers: Tribute Series, Nest Egg, Two in the Bush and Bird in the Hand. So it’s not their top-of-the-line, and nor is it the base model. A Bird in the Hand could be worth putting aside for Christmas eve drinks with those you love. Have a very merry Christmas and if you discover a delicious drop during the holiday season, please feel free to share! Michele Sternberg - Journalist Elephant In The Room
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17.01.2022 Caloundra Gallery turns 20 Take a walk down memory lane during a special exhibition that celebrates the gallerys 20th anniversary this year. The anniversary exhibition features works from the Sunshine Coast Art Collection, Sunshine Coast Art Prize winners from 2006 to 2019 and images showcasing the gallerys history....Continue reading
17.01.2022 Looking for forever love By Seanna Cronin Coast girls reckon they are the wives their farmers are looking for....Continue reading
17.01.2022 Twin powers of wildlife kindness by CHRIS TAYLOR They are arguably the Coast’s most passionate and recognisable pelican and seabird rescuers. Seen a sick or injured feathered friend around the place? Chances are you called the Twinnies to come to its aid. And thanks to the tireless efforts of renowned duo Paula and Bridget Powers, in the past 20 years they have cared for and released back into the wild thousands of birds that could have otherwise perished. ...Continue reading
17.01.2022 Its a small world View club connects friends after 25 years apart By Claire Walsh...Continue reading
17.01.2022 Mooloolah Valley Work commences The first sod has been turned on the long-awaited Mooloolah Valley Men’s Shed.... The members of the shed are eagerly looking forward to beginning construction of the new building, club president John Holland said. Internal fit-out will be carried out by the members themselves as their very first project. The facility, paid for by a Federal Government grant of $250,000, is being built on land behind the Mooloolah Valley Community Centre. Visit www.mooloolahcommunitycentre.org. Pictured is MP Andrew Wallace with John Holland and Mooloolah Community Centre secretary Anita Verwayen.
17.01.2022 For real, alarm clocks. The sunrise in Mooloolaba is our favourite wake up call. What's yours? #SunshineCoastForReal #visitsunshinecoast by @travel_beauty_cake
16.01.2022 Lifeguard among Australia’s best Caloundra-based lifeguard Corey Jones has been crowned Lifeguard of the Year at the Surf Life Saving Australia National Awards of Excellence. The 34-year-old is based full-time at Kings Beach and is also a crewman for the Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service. Corey, who first became a lifeguard when he was 17, said he was thrilled to receive the award.... It’s really nice to know all my hard work and helping out with the young guards has paid off, he said. Corey estimates he’s performed hundreds of thousands of preventative actions during his service. Every day is different, which is exciting, and it’s a great job to keep fit and healthy, he said. The Caloundra bar is a common place for the bigger rescues and we get everything from kite surfers to boat rollovers. Working together as a team with all the emergency services is a good feeling and it’s great when everybody gets to safely go home at the end of the day. Lifeguard among Australia’s best Caloundra-based lifeguard Corey Jones has been crowned Lifeguard of the Year at the Surf Life Saving Australia National Awards of Excellence. The 34-year-old is based full-time at Kings Beach and is also a crewman for the Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service. Corey, who first became a lifeguard when he was 17, said he was thrilled to receive the award. It’s really nice to know all my hard work and helping out with the young guards has paid off, he said. Corey estimates he’s performed hundreds of thousands of preventative actions during his service. Every day is different, which is exciting, and it’s a great job to keep fit and healthy, he said. The Caloundra bar is a commonplace for the bigger rescues and we get everything from kite surfers to boat rollovers. Working together as a team with all the emergency services is a good feeling and it’s great when everybody gets to safely go home at the end of the day. @westpacheliqld #lifeguard #CoreyJones
16.01.2022 Newsreader comes to his brother’s aid Sunny Coast resident Andrew Lofthouse makes life-saving donation to his brother ...Continue reading
15.01.2022 Meridan Plains Refuge donations A real estate agency is doing its part to help a Coast-based animal refuge this Christmas.... First National Real Estate Parklands at Meridan Plains is seeking donations of pet food, toys, blankets and more to assist the Sunshine Coast Animal Refuge. We have the Christmas tree up in the office and people can drop things off and put them under the tree and we will deliver to SCARS just before Christmas, office manager/owner Marcia Smith says. Donations will close at 5pm on December 21. Pictured is Marcia with Jess Thomas. @meridanplains First National Real Estate Parklands
15.01.2022 Buderim $85k handed out The Buderim Foundation has awarded a record $85,022 to 20 community-based organisations.... Grants Committee chairwoman Rebecca Ramsay said the foundation was delighted to provide the grants to groups supporting the 4556 postcode area. The grants come from earnings made from the foundation’s investment fund, so it is thanks to everyone’s donations and the hard work of our Investment Committee that we are able to deliver the much-needed funding, she said. Since 2008, the foundation has distributed $636,942 to 82 not-for-profit community-based organisations supporting the 4556 postcode area. For the full list of recipients visit www.buderimfoundation.org.au. Image by Ross Eason.
14.01.2022 New kids on the block Aura Designers have drawn inspiration from some of the worlds most liveable cities to create Aura, a development on the southern edge of the Sunny Coast that will one day be home to around 300,000 people....Continue reading
14.01.2022 Churchill on stage Indie-folk singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Kim Churchill is performing two exclusive gigs at the new streatsidemusic, a music event at the weekly StrEATside market at The MET within the new Maroochydore CBD. Kim is known the world over and has performed headline shows, festivals and support acts including Glastonbury, Splendour in the Grass, Byron Bay Bluesfest, Falls Festival and Montreal Jazz Festival, StrEATside Market operator Andrew Sisle...y says. For those who have seen Kim perform in the past, we can guarantee something completely different as he will combine his dynamic stage presence, lyrical artistry, mesmerising vocals and overall creative musical talents with the classical and uplifting sounds of a string quartet and backing choir. The shows on December 18 and 19 kick off from 5pm, with strEATside market food trucks and a bar serving craft beer, wine and cocktails. Shows commence at 7.30pm. Tickets are $50 per person (food and drink not included). Visit www.streatside.com.au. Kim Churchill @kimchurchill1
14.01.2022 Permaculture feature - Sunny Coast Times By Seanna Cronin WHILE some of us spent lockdown learning how make sourdough bread or binge watching TV, a growing number of locals have been turning their suburban yards into productive gardens....Continue reading
14.01.2022 Noosa Festival changes Performing arts and cultural festival NOOSA alive! will adopt a different model in the year ahead.... After the COVID shutdown of the NOOSA alive! festival in July this year, we’ve looked at ways to reignite performances in the arts and find different ways of bringing them to the community, president Andrew Squires said. In 2021 a series of events will be spaced throughout the year instead of a 10-day festival in July. As there are obvious limitations in booking international talent, we are looking at the very best of Australian talent, Andrew said.
14.01.2022 The first edition of the Sunny Coast Times will be released later this month. Ad booking deadline is Monday 10th August. To find out more visit https://www.sunnycoastmedia.com.au/sunny-coast-times
13.01.2022 Making a Stage in the Backyard By Shirley Sinclair THE playful driver of the all-terrain vehicle hits the horn twice as he approaches the garden roundabout....Continue reading
13.01.2022 We arent joking when we say that this is Winter in Mooloolaba. Not even the locals are laughing... #sharesunshinecoast #visitsunshinecoast by @travel_beauty_cake
12.01.2022 Sonic magic Police fans should head to the Palmwoods Hotel on December 27 for a tribute show with all the classics: Message In A Bottle, Roxanne, Walking On The Moon, Every Breath You Take, Can’t Stand Losing You and many more. Synchronicity The Police Experience re-creates the sonic magic of The Police and features George Lignos, one of the most talented and hardest-working musicians in the country. ... All band members are world-class musicians and have had individually and collectively released singles, albums and successful tours in Australia and Europe. Synchronicity takes to the stage from 3pm with free entry. Head on down, have some lunch and then work it off all afternoon.
12.01.2022 Impossible to Possible When hope enables you to climb mountains. By Michele Sternberg...Continue reading
12.01.2022 Mapleton Movember prep With Movember on the horizon, there are plenty of groups ramping up their fundraising efforts. One of these is SUPPORT2U, a community business providing disability support.... In support of men's health and wellbeing, Movember is our nominated charity, and a worthwhile opportunity to fundraise for a great cause, said spokesman Martyn Baldwin, from the MAD (Mapleton and Districts) Brothers team. We already have various events happening in October, and raffle tickets available, with all funds going to our team goal. The MAD Brothers will host a dinner at Le Relais Bressan, Flaxton, on October 29. To donate visit mobro.co/madbrothers?mc=1. See more
12.01.2022 PNG award win for USC graduate Tina Manamb with Australian High Commissioner Jon Philp A University of the Sunshine Coast graduate is setting big goals for her business after being recognised as an innovative producer of consumer goods in Papua New Guinea.... Kumul Organics owner Tina Manamb won the Best Skin and Hair Care Product of the Year in the inaugural PNG SME Awards. Her business, based in Madang on the north coast of PNG, specialises in producing virgin coconut oil, organic soaps, oils, skin and haircare products. Tina is a previous Australia Awards scholarship recipient, graduating with a Certificate in Entrepreneurship and New Venture Creation from USC in 2017. The study opportunity allowed me to learn from Australian producers through visits to several farms and processing facilities, and this has served as inspiration to what can be achieved through my business, she said. The skills and expertise gained have been invaluable through the impact of COVID-19, reducing demand and the need to make difficult management decisions. To me, winning this award was very emotional and it made me realise that I have done a lot for my people back home through my business. She said one of her business goals going forward is to open a factory so farmers don’t have to go through the challenge of taking their produce into town. The factory would create job opportunities for my people. I’m currently looking for funding to make this dream become a reality, she said. The Kumul Organics owner was among 31 other producers vying for this year’s PNG SME Awards. The Papua New Guinea-Australia Partnership supported three out of the total 10 awards. Australian High Commissioner Jon Philp said PNG’s SME sector was a vital driver for economic growth and job creation. The private sector is the engine of economic growth, and PNG and Australia are partners in creating an environment for small businesses to flourish, he said. PNG is full of amazing and inspiring entrepreneurs. #kumulorganics #png #award
12.01.2022 Brewery and farmers join forces Ever-popular Sunny Coast brewery Brouhaha is continuing to support local businesses and producers, adding another local farm as one of its suppliers. Cedarton-based Belvedere Farm, operated by Nick and Brydie Holliday, will be supplying seasonal heritage-breed wessex saddleback pork for use by head chef ‘Spicy’ Phil Kerkow and his team in the Brouhaha restaurant....Continue reading
10.01.2022 JO ZAMPIERI’S CHRISTMAS FRUIT CAKE Serves: 15-20 Prep time: 10 minutes (+24 hours soaking time) Cook time: 60-90 minutes... Fruit and veg: 1 serves per portion Ingredients 1kg mixed dried fruit 500-750mL orange juice, no added sugar 1 cup wholemeal self-raising flour 1 cup self-raising flour 1 teaspoon allspice Method Soak fruit overnight in 500mL of orange juice in the fridge. Preheat oven to 160C conventional/140C fan-forced. Add flours to the fruit and juice mixture and stir until combined. Pour in more orange juice if the mixture is too dry. Sprinkle in allspice and place mixture into a lined 20cm baking tin. Bake in oven for 1-1 hours or until a skewer comes out clean. What’s good about it? This easy recipe shows that even Christmas cake can be health-a-sized! Making a few simple swaps such as half the flour for wholemeal flour, opting for a ‘no added sugar’ orange juice and removing any added refined sugar makes this cake the perfect treat this Christmas. Recipe courtesy of the late Jo Zampieri, Tewantin-Noosa Branch
10.01.2022 Callea in concert ARIA Award-winner Anthony Callea is hitting the road in 2021 for his Together Again tour, performing at The Events Centre, Caloundra, on June 26. The former Australian Idol contestant, whose career spans more than 16 years and seven albums, will take to the stage with his full band and deliver a truly spectacular live music experience. ... Music is a universal language it brings people together and evokes emotion, he says. My heart and thoughts go out to people and families who have been affected directly, whether it has been losing a loved one or their job/business. Music not only brings people together but is healing, joyous and allows us to escape. Tickets are $75 and available from www.theeventscentre.com.au. Caloundra Event Centre #caloundraeventscentre #events #award Anthony Callea #anthonycallea
10.01.2022 Pick up a copy of the 3rd edition of the Sunny Coast Times - out now! (List of pick up points above) Or..... read it online - our readers' feedback and comments are welcomed! https://issuu.com/hinterlandtim//sct_paper_oct_2020_e_mag
09.01.2022 Food and artisan stallholders required An experienced market operator who established and operates a number of successful markets in San Diego is set to commence a weekly food and artisan market from Sunday 23 August at The Metropolitan (MET) within the new Maroochydore CBD. StrEATside Market operator Andrew Sisley said with covid-19 restrictions easing in Queensland the time was right to commence the weekly market which will operate every Sunday from 11am until 8pm....Continue reading
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09.01.2022 Healing through nature’s colour James Roberts in his studio at the National Art School in Sydney A Sunshine Coast couple have discovered a unique way to help people wanting to get, or to keep, their life in balance by appreciating the inspirational messages colours in nature provide. ...Continue reading
09.01.2022 Plan now for an African Escape By SHIRLEY SINCLAIR IT IS one of Africas major tourism drawcards, but behind the annual Great Migration spectacle across the Serengeti in northern Tanzania and Kenyas Maasai Mara is a race for survival....Continue reading
08.01.2022 A Bright Career From war zones to the Oscars, Leisa has seen it all. The launch of new local newspapers is a win for communities and for journalism, according media identity Leisa Goddard, who had her start in journalism on the Sunny Coast and went on to became one of Australias top television reporters....Continue reading
08.01.2022 The region’s government and business leaders have come together to explore how the Sunshine Coast can play to its strengths in the post-COVID recovery phase. The fifth annual Combined Government and Business Forum, hosted by the Sunshine Coast Business Council at the University of the Sunshine Coast’s Innovation Centre, attracted more than 60 leaders from local, state and federal government and many of the largest employers in the region. Sunshine Coast Business Council chair... Sandy Zubrinich said the forum was of particular importance this year given the unexpected challenges brought by the COVID-19 pandemic. Sunshine Coast Business Council @innovationcentresunshinecoast
08.01.2022 Bli Bli Cochlear advice The Sunshine Coast Cochlear Implant Group provides advice, support and accurate information about cochlear implants to assist candidates and recipients in their journey.... On October 27 the group will have a representative from Cochlear Ltd who will be available to chat to members about receiving a cochlear implant or correcting any issues you may have. The group has regular meet-ups (pictured) at the Sunshine Castle in Bli Bli on the last Tuesday of the month from 10am-noon. All are welcome. For more information on cochlear implants contact Penny on [email protected] or 0421 328 909 (SMS only). See more
07.01.2022 Young goalkeeper eyes the top by CHRIS GILMORE Young Noosa goalkeeper Tyler Roche is following in his dad’s footsteps as he sets his sights on the world of elite football....Continue reading
07.01.2022 Delving into the past by SHIRLEY SINCLAIR Her name was Kyanga and she was born about 1835 in Australia. That much I know....Continue reading
07.01.2022 Despair to doctor dreams by SHIRLEY SINCLAIR You could mistake Brock Fleming for any other bright-eyed 21-year-old with a dream to change the world. But that would be a big mistake....Continue reading
07.01.2022 Organisation is the key to success This has certainly been a crazy year for all of us, full of COVID-19, flattening curves, isolation, lockdowns, masks and many other bizarre things we’d never considered until a pandemic invaded our life. Some say it’s been a year to forget, and I agree, but I also believe there are many lessons that have been learnt and will be remembered to help our futures become more productive, purposeful and joyful. One thing I learned for certain is th...at not everything is under our control and in a world that seems out of control, getting organised is an authentic solution to making life better with the things I can control. Our homes and our image (self) are a manifestation of what’s truly going on in our lives and it’s very beneficial for us to ask are they in chaos or are they healthy, clean, tidy, uncluttered and organised? With a new year now just around the corner it’s a perfect time to begin organising your home and self if you’ve haven’t already. Or perhaps you’ve started during this unprecedented time but now there are more areas you’d like to focus on? Start by tightening up any loose ends or get serious about decluttering, you’ll feel accomplished and so much more relaxed. Control the things you can control and decide to do your best, whether it’s for getting through this pandemic or for your life moving forward. If you want a better future get organised and recognise what needs to change. Remember it’s much harder to create momentum in mess. Begin truthfully evaluating your home, office, garage, closets, financials, kitchen, exercise, relationships and social media and so on, and consider all the areas you desire to improve. Then devise a plan for 2021 and begin organising your way to success while staying focused on what you want to take with you into the future. There’s never been a better time to get clarity and perspective for our life and image. God bless, Kerrie www.kerriefriend.com #kerriefriend Kerrie Friend
07.01.2022 Cake fundraising Lions clubs are again selling Christmas cakes and puddings as part of their efforts to raise funds to support the community. Nationally, more than $56 million has been raised from cake and pudding sales, with proceeds donated back to local communities.... Mooloolaba Lions will have cakes and puddings available outside Coles Mooloolaba from 8am-2pm from December 1-20. They can also be delivered to local areas by emailing [email protected] or phoning 0403 905 076. You can also visit the Lions van at the Fishermans Rd Markets every Sunday. A 900g pudding is $13, a 1kg cake is $13 and a 1.5kg cake is $17. #cakes #mooloolabahlions #fundraising #christmas
07.01.2022 Holidays at Home Day trip adventures are easy when we live in paradise. By Shirley Sinclair...Continue reading
07.01.2022 Popular cafe releases new cookbook The chef and owner of two popular Noosa cafes has just released a cookbook sharing some of her favourite dishes. VanillaFood is the brainchild of Nilla Tomkins (pictured), whose food is based on simple, wholesome, organic produce that nourishes the body and mind. This philosophy is reflected in VanillaFood The Cookbook, which was released to coincide with Noosa Eat and Drink.... I eat, breath and live creating beautiful food to keep my family, friends and customers healthy and happy, so to share this collection of recipes feels like sharing a part of myself, Nilla said. VanillaFood The Cookbook, much like my cafes, is an absolute reflection of me and my philosophy around wholesome, seasonal food it reflects both my journey and that of VanillaFood. I moved to Australia from Denmark 25 years ago and love to combine what my mother taught me in our home kitchen with all I have learned throughout my career as a trained chef both in restaurants and the catering industry. I set out to share a collection of recipes that are simple and easy to create for those who love cooking at home and have really enjoyed including some interesting snippets about what inspired these recipes, tips and tricks to achieve the best outcome and how to get the best out of seasonal ingredients. VanillaFood is in Belmondos Organic Market in Noosaville, with a second location in Noosa Junction. Visit www.vanillafood.com.au. VanillaFood @vanillafood
06.01.2022 Couple tastes sweet success by CHRIS GILMORE A young Peregian Springs couple are shaking up the beehive, as it were, with their new honey business....Continue reading
06.01.2022 The reception and support for our first issue of Sunny Coast Times by readers, the community and advertisers alike has been overwhelming! Thank you all Unfortunately for advertisers, our special launch pricing will come to an end on Monday 7th September. If you would still like to take advantage of these reduced rates please contact one of our team before then on 07 5499 9049 or through [email protected]. Keep an eye out for issue no. 2 to be released on 16th September across the coast. Weve increased the number of pages and its packed with local events, community stories, whats on features, local business endeavours and plenty more!
06.01.2022 Getting Your Dose of Green You can actually feel the rejuvenating energy from plants when surrounded by the greenery of nature and what you feel is real as plant foliage has been found to absorb air-borne pollutants, filter dust and bugs and therefore improve air quality. Amongst the greenery, you breathe in phytoncides, which are the organic compounds produced by evergreen trees and research has shown them to be associated with improvements in our immune defence system. Whil...e this may seem a bit hippy trippy, hug a tree kind of activity; forest therapy is actually a thing of the past. In the 1800s, forest therapy was used as part of the treatment to help cure tuberculosis. Physicians set up Sanatoriums amongst the pine forests in Germany and Adirondack forests of New York, where all patients in the sanatorium facilities reported benefits from the forest air. You may have heard the term forest bathing its a term used to describe immersing yourself in greenery of a forest and its as simple as taking a relaxing, mindful stroll or sitting still under a canopy of trees. Forest bathing seems to significantly help a multitude of ailments caused by excess stress. Being amongst the canopy of trees helps increased parasympathetic nervous system activity which prompts rest, conserves energy, and slows down the heart rate while increasing intestinal and gland activity. Test results also reported to lower stress and cortisol levels, lower blood pressure, improve mood, helped with ability to focus, improve sleep and energy levels as well as increase in general happiness for people who spend time in forest, or a green garden, regularly. While you may not have access to a forest or a green garden you can create your own green space with pot plants or take time to go to a local park. When looking for a place to go on your day off, for a weekend or holiday consider spending time in the county. Take a short drive to the hinterland to enjoy the National Park trails, scenic hill climbs or walks in the country and feel the wellness benefits of the hinterland greenery only a short drive from the coast.
05.01.2022 Nature Boost for fishers Fish stocks in the Maroochy River and Pumicestone Passage are set to improve thanks to a government grant for habitat restoration. ... The Federal Government has committed $300,000 for the Fishers for Fish project under the Fisheries Habitat Restoration Program to assist in restoring the health of the region’s coastal and estuarine fisheries habitats. Fishers in our region want to see a healthy environment and thriving fish stocks, and they want the chance to get involved, MP Andrew Wallace said. That is what this project will help to deliver. The project will include bank stabilisation, mangrove rehabilitation and restoration of shellfish habitat. #fishing #nature
05.01.2022 Remembering the ’80s The ’80s big hair, coloured Lycra, leg warmers, padded shoulders and fluoro everything. Big bands and super groups, electronic sounds and searing vocals ruled the radio airwaves. From rock legends like Bon Jovi, Guns N’ Roses, Cold Chisel, INXS and AC/DC to Madonna, Michael Jackson, Joan Jett, Cyndi Lauper, Blondie, Pat Benatar and Tina Turner, the ’80s were one of the most eclectic musical decades in rock history. Enjoy the musical journey as Daz and J...o take you through the years from 1980 to 1989 playing all the No.1 rock anthems and pop hits. See them on November 29 from 3pm at the Palmwoods Hotel. #palmwoodshotel
05.01.2022 New children’s book Inspired by the natural beauty of Mapleton, writer Marg Gibbs has released a picture story with a cast of Aussie animal characters. The retired teacher’s new book, A Very Mapleton Christmas, is a companion to Arriving Home, which was published last year and illustrated by eight artists from Mapleton Art.... My hope is that families will draw themselves out from the living rooms and kitchens into the spaces and places like parks and forests to enjoy an Aussie Christmas, Marg says. The book is available from the Mapleton Post Office and The Barn on Flaxton, or visit www.mjgibbs.com.au. Marg Gibbs Marg Gibbs
05.01.2022 Finding joy through clay by SHIRLEY SINCLAIR Using only her thumbs and index fingers, the potter masterly pinches the tennis ball-size clay into shape. ...Continue reading
04.01.2022 Paradise lost Where has all the wildlife gone? by CHRIS TAYLOR...Continue reading
04.01.2022 Rip City star scores MVP award The University of Sunshine Coast Basketball Club has finished the challenging 2020 season on a high note with two top honours at Basketball Queensland’s 2020 QSL Awards. Rip City point guard Maddison Rocci was named women’s division 1 most valuable player and Carlie Sward claimed the women’s division 2 coach of the year. Rocci led the seventh-placed Rip City with 32.5 points and 10.3 rebounds per game, a win shy of the six-team finals series.... An individual award is a massive honour to receive but it can’t be done without the support that you get on and off the court from your teammates, Rocci said. So, a massive shout-out goes to everyone at Rip City for the support they gave me this whole season. There were some highs and lows, but I am forever grateful to a club that has helped me on and off the court so much. The two-time WNBL champion and Australian Opal squad member, who has called the Sunshine Coast home for her past two off-seasons, used the QSL season to work on her game heading into the WNBL season and the start of a busy schedule for the national team in the lead-up to the Tokyo Olympics. The 22-year-old is scoring 15.1 points per game for the WNBL ladder-leading Canberra Capitals and leads the league with 2.2 steals per game. Sward led the Rip City women’s division 2 team to a semi-final berth. I really appreciate the acknowledgment, but everyone has done a fantastic job this year bringing a great competition to Queensland, Sward said. Thank you to Basketball Queensland for making sure we could get our players back out on the floor as quickly as we did. But as usual without our volunteers and sponsors, we wouldn’t be able to do what we love week in, week out, so a big thank you to everyone who helps basketball be great every week. @maddyrocci Maddison Rocci
04.01.2022 Brewing up a storm In 2014, the Sunshine Coast had one single brewery. Fast forward to 2020 and it now accommodates 17, from Caloundra to Noosa and west to Maleny in the hinterland. It is a thriving sector that is creating a huge amount of jobs not just in the industry itself, but it is also providing opportunities for many other businesses on the Coast.... One of those businesses is Sunshine Coast Craft Beer Tours, which was founded in 2015 by Josh Donohoe. After relocating to the Sunshine Coast from Sydney in 2014, Josh noticed the gap in the local tour market and formed Creative Tours, with the idea of showcasing the best the of the Sunshine Coast to visitors and locals. Within 12 months of operating the business, three more breweries had opened, and more were rumoured to be setting up, so Josh then founded Sunshine Coast Craft Beer Tours to focus on the growing craft beer scene, something he has always been passionate about. While it has been a challenging five years, particularly the beginning of 2020, the business has since bounced back post-COVID and employs seven casual staff and operates three vehicles (with a fourth on the way). People thought I was a little crazy starting a brewery tour business when we only had three breweries, and for while I did as well, he says. We have been advocating on behalf of the local beer industry through local promotion and through the domestic and international market with the plan to make the Sunshine Coast a craft beer capital. We have a very strong relationship with all the breweries in the region, and are hugely grateful for the opportunity to benefit from their success and growth. Another business that has a close relationship with local breweries is mobile catering company That Pizza Guy. Forming a relationship with one local brewery and serving pizzas every Friday night for the past two years has given owners Simon and Rebecca Jones the opportunity to reach a much wider audience. They have seen a similar growth in their business, employing 21 staff and now operating three pizza trucks. They have also recently leased the old Daisy’s Place site in Glenview, which will become a pizza restaurant that also serves local craft beer. Our rationale for leasing Daisy’s Place is so we can set up our headquarters from here and have our office, restaurant and mobile catering business all operating from the same location, Rebecca says. We have a large commercial kitchen to utilise for both the catering side and restaurant, and it gives us a headquarters where we can train more staff to allow us to expand That Pizza Guy further. Visit www.creativetours.com.au and www.thatpizzaguy.com.au. Sunshine Coast Craft Beer Tours Creative Tours and Events That Pizza Guy Josh Donohoe Simon Jones #rebeccajones
04.01.2022 Environmental award Blue Heart Sunshine Coast has been awarded the Regional Innovation Project of the Year at the Cities Power Partnership Climate Awards. The innovation award recognises climate solutions and inspires different levels of government to proactively manage the impacts of a changing climate.... Sunshine Coast Council’s Blue Heart project is an area of more than 5000 hectares within the Maroochy River floodplain. The area is impacted by tidal inundation and, over time, is expected to continue transitioning from predominantly rural lands to estuarine wetlands due to climate change and projected sea level rise. Our Blue Heart partnership is a long-term commitment and one that will continue to grow, mayor Mark Jamieson said. #blueheart Mayor Mark Jamieson
04.01.2022 Classic Aussie rock Time to rock it up with the Powderfinger and Australian Crawl tribute show at the Beerwah Hotel on December 20 from 3pm. Powderfinger became one of the country’s most iconic musical groups with a string of hits in the ’90s and ’00s. Their career spawned seven albums, a handful of EPs and live records, and countless singles such as the massive My Happiness, These Days, Pick You Up, On My Mind, Passenger and more.... Australian Crawl were one of the most iconic Aussie bands of the ’80s, with hits like Reckless, Beautiful People, The Boys Light Up and Downhearted. If you feel like stepping back in time and hearing their music played live, then this tribute at the Beerwah Hotel is the place to be.
04.01.2022 Why choose organic? When we think of organic food it is usually in terms of health benefits. Choosing not to consume chemicals and additives is known to improve health. Its a lesser known fact that choosing organic food, cleaning products and skin care is also a more ethical and sustainable choice for the future of the planet. There is no doubt that the burning of fossil fuels by some of the largest companies in the world are the main contributors to greenhouse emissions but... what can we do as individuals? Consumer choice can be very powerful. By choosing organic produce we support organic farms who are striving to improve soil health making it more resistant to climate change. Did you know that organic farms, which generally have lower yields, outperform conventional farms during drought? Climate change has many contributors but agriculture and food production is one of the more significant contributors to global warming. Nitrogen-based fertilizers and farm animals generate greenhouse gases, including methane and nitrous oxide. Conventional farming depletes soil of carbon. While organic farming practices help to offset carbon emissions by trapping the carbon in the soil. Bioshop Noosa Founder Uwe Wullfen has been in the organic food industry for more than 25 years and has seen first hand the benefits of organic farming on the land. We have a very close relationship with our farmers and often visit the farms. Unlike conventional farming, Ive seen slow and steady improvements in quality, yield and soil health, Uwe said. Organic farming is about long term sustainability. Of course anyone can get large yields from a monocrop but the soil is left depleted making it necessary to add more synthetic fertilizers and increase pesticides every growing season. We will not be able to do this for much longer. At Bioshop, the goal is to make organic produce a staple in every household with organic produce families can afford. Bioshop has also been working with Plastic Free Noosa to eliminate the amount of plastic used in the organic produce department and retail space. We have eliminated single use water bottles and have a large range of bulk pantry items that are plastic free, Uwe said. The good news is that organic farming is on the rise. Demand for organic fresh fruit and vegetables is increasing in Australia at about 20% per annum. Its easy to feel overwhelmed when it comes to such large scale global issues and sometimes this can lead to inaction. But small steps do make a difference. Being a climate change activist starts by choosing what industries you support when you open your wallet. Support organic farming for the future of our planet. Bioshop is located in Belmondos Organic Market, Noosaville.
04.01.2022 Golfers chip in for charity A Sunny Coast golf club has helped raise more than $10,000 for Bloomhill Cancer Care thanks to a charity golf day. More than 100 golfers descended on Beerwah and District Memorial Golf Club for its Be There For Bloomhill charity golf weekend. The event coincided with the end of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which was in October. The event gave golfers the opportunity to dress up and enjoy a more social game.... Golf is a pretty serious game for our regular golfers, this day gave them the opportunity to participate in a more relaxed atmosphere, club secretary Tracy Odgers said. We had some great, colourful outfits and golf buggies. We had a few quirky activities and of course many laughs along the way. She said the club was delighted to be able to help the local charity. When we became aware of the challenges that COVID-19 has placed on Bloomhill’s usual fundraising opportunities, our team got together to discuss ways that we can help them out, she said. Their work is so valuable as it has a direct impact on the lives of Sunshine Coast cancer patients and their families. Bloomhill Cancer Care clinical services manager Trish Wilson expressed her gratitude for the fundraising efforts. I’m amazed at the generosity of Beerwah Gold Club’s members, and grateful beyond words, she said. Thank you, wonderful people. We will keep doing what we do thanks to people like you. @beerwahgolfclub @bloomhillcancercare #golfers #golferslife
03.01.2022 New mums share the love by CHRIS GILMORE It has been a difficult year for many because of the coronavirus pandemic, but for four Sunny Coast friends, 2020 will be memorable for a completely different reason.... The quartet, who have been friends since attending primary school together in Coolum, each welcomed new babies within the space of a few months. Tami O’Neill and her partner Rohan Bruce, from Sunrise Beach, welcomed Georgia, a sister to four-year-old Cody, in March. Then, just a week later, Telia McNamara and husband Andrew, from Coolum Beach, had their first child, a girl called Billie. Next was Alicia Roffey and her husband Jack, from Maroochydore, who welcomed their first baby, Olivia, in May. And in July, Sam McGowan and her partner Cam Trease, also from Maroochydore, had a boy called Asher. He is a brother for Winter, 8. The four mothers all attended Coolum State School and then Coolum State High School. We’re 31 now and we’ve known each other since we were about eight in Grade 2, Tami says. Telia says it was pure coincidence they all had kids within months of each other. We were all kind of trying but it just wasn’t really happening for all of us and then all of a sudden it was Tam fell pregnant, I fell pregnant, Alicia fell pregnant and Sam fell pregnant, she says. Becoming mothers during the COVID lockdown did come with its challenges, with family unable to visit. It was probably just initially when our parents wanted to come over, we couldn’t have anyone in, Tami says. My in-laws came to our house and just saw the baby through the window. It was a number of weeks before they could get in to meet her. Sam says not being able to see her friends and their babies was also hard. I was pregnant while they all had babies and wanted to go visit them but I couldn’t straight away, she says. I couldn’t pick their babies up or anything like that. Hospital restrictions also meant some birth plans had to be altered. Andy my husband wasn’t allowed to leave to even go and get food, Telia says. No one was even allowed to come visit at the hospital. I wasn’t allowed to have a water birth, which I wanted to have, because of COVID. Tami adds: We were only a week apart and I could have a water birth but she couldn’t the rules changed very quickly. By the time Sam gave birth in July, the rules had been relaxed but some hurdles remained. I have an eight-year-old and when I gave birth I was only allowed one person in the room, so my partner had to go get my daughter and then he had to leave, she says. His parents were there but they couldn’t come in until we actually got to the ward and that was in July. Despite the difficulties they’ve faced, the mums now have a ready-made support group and usually catch up once a week. It’s like our own mothers’ group, Tami says. Tami O'Neill Telia McNamara Andrew McNamara Alicia Roffey Jack Roffey #samanthamcgowan #camerontrease
03.01.2022 Gifts from Santa Santa has made a surprise to give gifts to children of cancer-affected families thanks to Bloomhill Cancer Care. As part of Bloomhill’s Christmas Appeal, local business Jaz Realty teed up Santa to give presents to 22 children at a private festive event for families. Santa’s sleigh was mounted atop a classic Bentley. We want to be able to make sure children are part of this time of joy and celebration, Bloomhill client services manager Trish Wilson said.... Donate to Bloomhill’s appeal at www.bloomhill.com.au/donate. Bloomhill Cancer Care @bloomhillcancercare
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02.01.2022 SILVERBEET, FETA AND POTATO PIE Serves: 6 Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 35 minutes Fruit and veggies: 3 serves per portion... Ingredients 900g potatoes, par-boiled and cooled 150g reduced fat feta, crumbled 40g cheddar cheese, reduced fat Cracked pepper 3 tablespoons reduced fat sour cream 1 egg 3 tablespoons reduced fat milk Sriracha (hot chilli sauce) 500g bunch of silverbeet, blanched and cooled 5 sheets filo pastry Method Preheat oven to 170C. Line pie dish with baking paper. Cut potatoes into slices and lay half of the potatoes in pie dish. Combine half of the feta with cheddar cheese, sprinkle mix over potatoes. Season with freshly cracked pepper and place the remaining sliced potatoes over this base layer. Mix sour cream, egg, milk, feta and dash of sriracha, and pour over potato base. Cut silverbeet leaves roughly in large pieces and lay leaves over the potatoes. Scrunch each sheet of filo into a loose ball and place on top of the pie. Serve hot with a side salad. What’s great about it? This pie has a lovely contrast of textures with the crunchy filo crust and soft cheesy potatoes. Each portion of this delicious pie provides you with 3 of your serves of vegetables for the day! Enjoy for lunch with a bright seasonal side salad of cherry tomatoes, cos lettuce and cucumber. Recipe courtesy of Yvonne Dalziel, Palmwoods Branch Recipe courtesy of the QCWA Country Kitchens program, which has been supporting members to run healthy eating and lifestyle initiatives in their communities since 2015. The recipes have been ‘health-a-sized’ to include more fruit and veg and achieve our Country Kitchens Stamp of Approval! If you would like to learn skills to improve the health of you, your family or your community, pop in to your local QCWA branch and see how easy it is to become a Country Kitchens Facilitator today. We are proudly funded by the Queensland Government through Health and Wellbeing Queensland. https://qcwa.org.au/Find-Your-Closest-Branch https://www.qcwacountrykitchens.com.au/ @eviedalziel Country Kitchens @countrykitchens
02.01.2022 Fundraising success Organiser Ben Bischoff has heralded the success of this year’s Row for a Bro, which raised just over $4000 for Movember. Thirty-two paddlers took part in the kayak from Mooloolaba to Old Woman Island and back to raise funds and awareness for men’s health and mental health issues. Looks like everyone is pumped for next year, Ben said. I have a few mates that are very keen to help in 2021.... Sam McMahon was there to capture some stunning drone photos of the group (pictured). Ben Bischoff
02.01.2022 Name change Quota International of Coolum Beach has changed its name to QuotaClub of Coolum Beach. After 101 years supporting disadvantaged women and children around the world, Quota International folded in September. But the decision was made to continue working locally, hence the name change. The club has a healthy membership and is keen to get back to fundraising in a COVID-safe way. All funds raised stay in the local community.... At the October meeting, members reflected on the past 25 years of Quota International of Coolum Beach. Since 2006, the club has given $140,038 to people in need in the area. Pictured are Bev Haines, Cindy Arbuthnot, Ann Fox, Clare Balston and Susan Carolan. Quota Coolum Beach Inc #quota #club #beach
02.01.2022 Hospice adds stunning gardens Volunteers at Katie Rose Cottage Hospice have been working tirelessly to create a new Japanese garden at the palliative nursing care facility. The garden, which is nearing completion, includes a waterfall, ponds, bridges and a beautifully built Japanese teahouse. The entire garden was created by the gardening team in small, socially distanced groups. The gardening team sought and won a grant from the Gambling Community Benefit Fund to contribu...te to the development of the Japanese garden concept and they have worked tirelessly for months to see it come together, Katie Rose Cottage chairperson Carol Raye says. They should be so proud of the beautiful, lush, thriving gardens that offer many places of peace for guests and their families to sit, admire and contemplate. We are in no doubt that our guests, their families, staff and visitors will find peace and serenity when they sit in the Japanese teahouse and admire the grounds. In difficult and trying circumstances because of COVID, the team at Katie Rose Cottage Hospice has managed to keep the hospice open and operating right throughout the pandemic. We know the families of those who passed in our hospice during this time were so grateful that we were able to be there for them and their loved one, Carol says. The Sunny Coast community should be very proud of the support they give to their local hospice, and this spirit of support reflects in our success. Of course, any organisation with a backbone of 270-plus volunteers knows how important volunteers are. We acknowledge all our volunteers for staying the course with us during this year, you are so much appreciated. Carol says Katie Rose Cottage Hospice’s purpose has always been focused on serving the community, offering professional and compassionate end-of-life care to those with a terminal illness. It is the only hospice on the Sunshine Coast offering 24/7 fully accredited palliative nursing care in a home environment. If you would like to visit the property in Doonan to view the gardens, or inquire about becoming a volunteer, please call our admin team. Visit www.katierosecottage.org.au or phone 5471 1468. See more
02.01.2022 FROM THE EDITOR A year like no other Hard to believe it’s Christmas, hey?... Many among us will be glad to see the back of 2020. And while this year has certainly thrown up its share of challenges, it has also shown how resilient we are. On top of all our other stresses, we have faced lockdowns and economic uncertainty, and many of us have been kept apart from friends and family for long periods. Yet we have emerged on the other side stronger than ever. We have learnt to appreciate the little things. To look out for each other. To reconnect with those around us. We have seen the community come together with acts of great kindness. It seems the more we’ve been forced apart, the more it’s brought us together. So as we prepare to see off 2020, make sure you take the time to congratulate yourself on making it through what has been a year like no other. In this month’s Sunny Coast Times we have an eclectic bunch of stories that will hopefully strike a chord. There’s a fascinating piece from beloved journalist Shirley Sinclair about her family history; Chris Taylor’s profile piece on iconic wildlife crusaders Paula and Bridget Powers; and Rebecca Mugridge’s story about the incredible work of a local environmental group. There’s also our ‘keep it local’ Christmas gift guide, plus all our usual sections such as Creative Cuts, community news, letters, sport and more. We hope you enjoy the read. Don’t forget you can connect with us on Facebook and Instagram we love to hear your thoughts and ideas. From myself and the team here at the Sunny Coast Times, we wish all our readers and advertisers a very merry Christmas and a happy new year. We hope it’s a time of love and peace for you all. See you all in 2021. Shirley Sinclair @shirleysinclair @rebeccamugridgejournalist Rebecca Mugridge - Journalist #christaylor
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01.01.2022 Dancers shine in panto Four young Peregian dancers have played a starring role in the historic festive pantomime Christmas In Storyland at Brisbane’s City Hall. The iconic show was a popular Christmas tradition from the 1960s until the 1990s for many families but had been on hiatus for two decades. ... The four girls are part of Noosa pop-up dance studio Studio 4 Dance, operated by Karla Costanzo, who also performed in Christmas in Storyland in the ’80s and ’90s. Karla’s daughter Ivy is one of the four dancers, along with Ivy’s friends Chloe, Ayla and Gemma. When I found out about this opportunity, I just had to get the girls to the audition, Karla says. Performing in Christmas in Storyland was such a highlight of my childhood and I’m so thrilled my daughter and her friends will have the same wonderful experience I did. It’s a magical show and a magical time of year and it’s nice to know the pantomime will be experienced by another generation. The four girls travelled to Brisbane for intensive rehearsals before the performances at the South Bank Piazza from December 11-13. Studio 4 Dance runs holiday and term classes and workshops for boys and girls of all ages. It has a special one-day musical theatre dance workshop on January 20 from 11.30am-4pm at Peregian Breeze with vocal coach Laura Jensen and dance instructor Molly Dennis. Cost is $120, inquiries to [email protected]. Studio 4 Dance
01.01.2022 Everyday focus The Pomona Railway Station Gallery is hosting an exhibition by local artist Dom Violi in the Carriage Room until December 30. Called The Simple Things, the exhibition highlights the importance of the everyday objects in our lives that we may tend to overlook.... I have focused on simple compositions, simple objects, simplified/abstracted landscapes and simple/limited use of colour on a small scale, Dom says. Each piece is perhaps a meditation in itself and, taken as a whole, perhaps a contemplative experience. Each work is painted with a refreshing naive simplicity. The use of colour and texture engages the viewer to study and appreciate each subject. The gallery has works of more than 80 artists from the Noosa region. It is open from 10am-4pm Monday to Friday, 9am-2pm on Saturday and 10am-2pm on Sunday at 10 Station St, Pomona. Visit www.pomonartgallery.com. Pictured is Still Life in Silver, Blue and Gold. @pomonarailwaystationgallery Pomona Railway Art Gallery
01.01.2022 Cracker of a day on the coast! . . . #sunshinecoast #visitsunshinecoast #visitqueensland #queensland #lifestyle #summer
01.01.2022 Legend on stage Australian music legend Russell Morris is returning to the Imperial Hotel at Eumundi on Saturday, January 2. The ARIA Hall of Fame inductee shot to fame in the mid 1960s with Somebody’s Image, before a string of hits including Hush and the Bob Dylan classic Baby Blue. In1969 he and producer Molly Meldrum released The Real Thing, a song that is played regularly on commercial radio to this day. He has worked alongside industry heavyweights like Cher, the Bee Gee...s, Linda Ronstadt and the Beach Boys, and toured Australia with the hugely successful Long Way To The Top in 2012. His most recent album was 2019’s Black and Blue Heart, which was produced by Nick DiDia (Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam) alongside Bernard Fanning (Powderfinger). Tickets are $40 (plus booking fee) from Oztix. No door sales. ARIA Hall of Fame induction campaign: The Atlantics @realthingrussellmorris
01.01.2022 Life story well worth the wait by Chris Gilmore It only took 91 years but a Sunny Coast philanthropist has finally released a book about her extraordinary life....Continue reading
01.01.2022 Changed hours The StrEATside Market within The MET at the new Maroochydore City Centre has new operating times of 2-8pm on Sundays. The market has also teamed up with award-winning local artist Chony Bowden to host painting classes for children, plus a separate paint and sip class for adults.... The next classes are on December 20, with Ink and Experimental Art Play for kids over seven from 2-3.30pm ($35) and Grassy Fields for adults from 4.30-6.30pm ($45). Entry to the markets is free. Visit www.streatside.com.au. Streatsidemarket @streatsidemarket
01.01.2022 Food relief service welcomes well-off families by GEORGIA BEARD By late morning, Nambour’s Howard St has succumbed to a surge of dense rainfall. While grey haze descends and local storefronts seal up to ward off the deluge, the doors of one building stretch wide to welcome damp passers-by. ...Continue reading
