the real people of noosa

1    Why Noosa?  What brought you here?

The warmer climate and that Noosa has similar demographics to Pittwater Shire in Sydney where I lived previously.

2    What did you do in a former life, before coming to Noosa?

I was in retail all my working life before moving to Noosa, where I owned three children’s clothing stores.

3    What makes you stay in Noosa?  Describe your relationship with the place?

The climate, lifestyle and local community comradeship. It is easy to meet locals in Noosa.

4    What do you do?  

I own the management rights at Le Court Villas, which are self contained apartments in Noosa Sound.

5    What makes Noosa ‘tick’ and what are its unique characteristics?

The community spirit with locals and visitors working in tandem, and Noosa’s solid infrastructure.

6    How would you describe Noosa to someone with no knowledge of it?

Somewhere you can do little or a lot in both your working and leisure time.

7    What’s your favourite haunt/spot/view/thing to do around Noosa?

I am a runner so I get to explore many running trails in and around Noosa, especially the National Park. Another favourite spot is First Point at sunset with a cold wine and some prawns.

8    Your most unusual Noosa experience…

Seeing a koala walking along the Little Cove boardwalk early one morning while I was on a run.  Oh and the strange looks I gather when I dress up for charity fun runs.

9    Where was your last holiday?

Canberra in April, to run the Canberra Marathon.

10     Name someone who has inspired you and why?

Many people inspire me, especially those that think positively.