Last week students had such an excellent time at Koala/Nomads Pool for Week 1 Pool Volleyball. We Encourage more Students to Come Along and Participate or Watch and Support your Favourite Team!
WEEK 2
Winners of each week Win a $50 bar tab. It is possible that you are welcome to swim in the pool following the activity hour and also play volleyball on Koala/Nomad Volleyball Court. Multiple Bar Tabs are likely!
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We would like to honor our Brazilian Students with a party! Everybody is welcome if they are over 18!
Come celebrate Brazilian culture by dressing up in BLUE, GREEN or YELLOW and dance Brazilian all night long!
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Today Snake Man Jason will be Sharing his Snakes and Giving you the Opportunity to have a Touch and Feel!
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Fraser Island
Awesome Island Adventure
Saturday:
We left in the morning at 8 o`clock at the Koala. We were nine people who enjoyed the whole weekend together. We went driving on an awesome 4WD- track and we had a lot of fun in the car. Also the tour guide made funny statements during the whole tour.
The first stop was at Rainbow Beach for buying alcohol and different things for the journey. With a ferry we crossed the pacific from Rainbow Beach to Hook Point. We tried to take pictures of the dolphins, who were jumping out of the sea. On Fraser Island we drove along the beach to the beach house. We stayed at the base camp FRASER TRAILBLAZERS for one night. It was so nice because we slept in big tents, but under a roof and we didn`t get wet. At the camp was a big living room with TV, kitchen and tables for having nice meals.
On Saturday afternoon we went to Lake Wabby. Wetook a short walk around 30min. The first part was in the rainforest and the last part was through a little desert. The lake was sooooooooo beautiful. Sometimes you can see turtles in the lake. We were swimming all together in the lake. We swam from the beach to a little sand island across the fresh water lake. It was raining but we had a good time in the water. It wasn`t hot, it was the right temperature and weather to relax in nature. After that we drove on the track through the forest to visit the famous Maheno Shipwreck.
The next stop was Eli Creek. This is a river where you can swim from inland to the beach shore. On the same tour we saw the Pinnacles. They have such a nice colour. This Saturday trip was finished and we went back to the base camp. After that the tour guide cooked a delicious dinner for us: Aussie BBQ with quality Beef Steaks, Sausages, taste of kangaroo and variety of salads. With full stomach we listened to the stunning music from Nadia. We decided to go to the pub for dancing. The pub was awesome: it had a great dance floor, a pool table, a swimming pool and a lot of space for having a party.
Sunday:
In the morning we were strolling in the rain forest. It was a relaxed walk and we rechargedour batteries. Before lunchtime we were visiting the Lake Birrabeen. It was a great feeling with the white sand and the sun. We went back to the base camp for having lunch. After lunch time we were packing all our stuff and put it on the top of the car. We took the ferry back to Rainbow Beach and were planning to take the highway back home but the rain flooded the roads of the town Gympie so we were “forced” to take the beach way home. No one complained.
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GV Students cool down in Week 1 Volleyball competition at Nomads.
5 Teams of five strolled to the local pool at Nomads to compete against each other in five rounds of pool volleyball to win the weekly bar tab and major tour prize to be given away at the final games on Monday April 19 2010.
Other students decided to support their teams and came along to watch the excitement. Our teams unfortunately were beaten by the backpacker team on the day, although it was a close win. Daniel did fill in for the backpacker team and won a global prize.
Every Week Nomads will be giving away a $50 Bar tab so for all those thirsty drinkers perhaps you should put together your winning team.
In week 3 there will be no game because of Easter Weekend.
In week 6, the finals will present the winning team with awesome tour prizes for each team member courtesy of Nomads.
Monday was so much fun a great way to spend the afternoon with your friends and other Global Village Students. Come along and enjoy the game!
If you are interested in joining Week 2 Pool Volleyball, sign on at the Activities Board or see Nadia at Activities Desk.
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Why not check out the new range of GV EXPLORE packages?
BYRON BAY *** FRASER ISLAND *** GOLD COAST *** GREAT BARRIER REEF
*** MORETON ISLAND *** EVERGLADES *** RAINBOW BEACH *** AND MORE MORE MORE ***
Designed especially for GV Noosa students, these weekend breaks are CHEAP, EASY and FUN.
Get more details and book your place with Nadia on the Activities Desk.
Get out there and EXPLORE.
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Playing cards with a bunch of Canadian strangers at Koala’s was how I found myself spending time before familiar faces from GV rocked up to party.
Not ony did they kick my butt every deal, the Canadian boys confessed their hidden talent of musical flair. I thought to myself, if they played guitar anything like the way they played cards then they must be good! So, I invited the boys to share their music with us at GV.
The next morning Brian showed up on his own. I took one guess at why the other two lads, Ryan and Nick weren’t there – Koalas! Hangover! So Brian turned out to be the most courageous after all.
Brian wooed the women with his heartfelt tunes and happy traveller appearance. His mesmerizing voice could have had us sitting there for hours. When I asked Brian to play a really sad song he pulled out old Blues number ‘My girl’. You may remember a Kurt Cobain version? Anyway, Brians version was just as good sending shivers all down my body.
Thank you for your entertainment Brian! Happy travels around OZ!
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Students from GV Noosa and Caloundra will be taking a break early March to blissful Byron Bay.
Byron Bay is an Australian destination well known for its creative, spiritual, and natural beauty.
It is located in Northern New South Wales just south of the Queensland border. There are many things to see and do. Activities such as Surfing, Swimming, Amazing Beaches, Sight Seeing, Lighthouse Tour, Sky diving, Kayaking, Markets, Byron Shopping, Street Performances, Live Entertainment, Aura Readings, Creative Art Workshops, Music Festivals, Tranquil Retreats, and Pure Relaxation make up part of the famous Byron Vibe.
Students are invited to share a weekend experience of fun, entertainment, relaxation and adventure.
Anzac Day Long Weekend April 24-26
Come and see Nadia at Activities Desk if you would like to come!
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Victor wins by a long shot.
Yesterday the lads got together for a tee off in the common room. Five rounds were played against twelve competitors with a prize up for grabs. Even though Mishary was in pro form it was Victor who set the standards. With a score of Zero after five rounds, GV Golfers will need to spend less time playing ping-pong and more time on the common room golf course to win against the Victor Tyrant.
If we get enough interest we’ll be taking this out on the real course and for the amateurs, a game of putt-putt mini golf.
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Today a group of professional celebrity head players got together in Room 1 at GV Noosa.
CONGRATULATIONS to Corrine (winner of round1) and Ahmed (winner of round 2).
Turned out Nadia was the ‘Silly Sausage’ at the end of round one having been slaughtered by the effortless guessing from other celebrity heads. She didn’t feel so bad in round 2 when Hamide took the role as a ‘Turkey’.
In Australia we can tend to call somebody a’ silly sausage’ or a ‘turkey’ as a friendly joke if somebody has acted not so brightly. We all had a good laugh and enjoyed our time having fun and getting to know each other.
New words of the day: Pillow & Fence.
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Swiss German student Oliver Landolt has waited several weeks to take his kiteboarding lessons. When the wind finally strengthened this week he knew it was time to go. Here are some photos from his first lesson, where he concentrates on learning how to control the kite.
After his second lesson, Oliver will be ready to strap on a board and hit the water. Keep watching this space for photos from lesson number 2. If you are interested in Kiteboarding lessons, enquire at the activities desk.
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There was a lot of interest in the self-defence activity today, as almost 50 students jostled for space in the common room. Chris gave the group an introduction to Tae Kwon Do, concentrating on ways to escape an attack.
Special thanks to Dennis from Korea who is a black belt and assisted the group with learning some basic moves. Dennis was once a bodyguard for a famous Korean actor! Well done Dennis. We would also like to thank Hugo from Brazil for putting himself in harm’s way by allowing Chris to demonstrate on him.
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Feel like doing something fun this weekend? Want some advice on buses and flights?
Ask your questions at the Global Village Travel Desk, courtesy of Tribal Travel. Look out for Kayley (pictured) every Tuesday and Thursday lunch break. She’d love to help, and has some great ideas for local and Australia-wide adventures.
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After a game of beach volleyball, the best way to cool down is to have a quick swim. Then spend some time in the sun to work on your tan. Noosa Main Beach is perfect for just lying around and when it gets too hot, the protected water of Laguna Bay is a refreshing 25 degrees.
These Swiss students were soaking up the summer sun yesterday at Main Beach after calling an early finish to their volleyball game.
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It was GV Monte Carlo today when student officer Don set up poker tables for the Monday activity.
The games were enjoyed by an enthusiastic group of ‘gamblers’ and the winner, Hugo De Silva Alvez walked away with a bottle of champagne.
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The Friday table tennis competition ended up with an all French final today. Antoine and Loic were victorious and gladly accepted a bottle of wine (not French) from our lovely Registrar, Lindsay Ford.
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Yes, of course. Just get everyone to stand around the table and rotate anti-clockwise taking turns at hitting the ball.
When there are lots of players and only one table this game allows everyone to play without the need to wait for your turn. Students tell us that this style of play is quite common throughout Europe. Thank you for sharing this fast-paced technique with us here at GV Noosa!
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Every Wednesday students are invited to join a Soccer game at Sunshine Beach High School from 3.30pm. Thursday afternoon is Basketball at the Primary School from 3pm.
Join Dennis and the crew for Basketball every Thursday
If you don’t know where to go just meet in the courtyard 30 minutes before the start times. Alisa takes the soccer group on Wednesdays and Nathan takes basketball on Thursdays
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Today we welcomed more than 100 new students to GV Noosa in the traditional Aussie way… A Barbeque.
A great game of soccer was the highlight of the afternoon, and the food, oh and the beer too! Best wishes to all students in 2010
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Merrick’s Learn to Surf provide quality surfing lessons for beginners to advanced surfers and offer a pick up and drop off service for GV Students.
Jean-Claude shows some natural ability on his first day in the water
Merrick Davis was world champ in 1988 and enjoys sharing his surfing wisdom with anyone who cares to listen. He offers a great discount for GV students providing a two-hour lesson including pick up at GV Noosa and equipment for only $50. Students are guaranteed to stand up in their first lesson! Lessons are 7 days a week at 9am or 1pm. Book at the Activities desk
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Make the most of your Christmas break, and get back to Noosa in time for the New Year. Just $333 for 7 fun-filled days.
Included is: return bus to Rainbow Beach, 4 nights at Pippies Beach House, 4 FREE breakfasts, FREE Christmas dinner, 3 day self-drive safari to Fraser Island. Optional extra: Barefoot skydive.
Departs Noosa on 24 December. Arrives back Noosa 30 December. Get full details and make your booking at TRIBAL TRAVEL (across from the cinema) 1800 763 077 noosa@tribaltravel.com.au
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English and Surfing student, Nicolas Brengard saw an elderly lady caught in a rip last week so he paddled over and helped her to safety. The lady was extremely grateful for Nicolas’ quick actions and later gave him a gift to show her appreciation.
Nicolas trims accross a nice little left
Just another example of how important it is to swim between the flags. Even when the surf looks small, there can still be dangerous rips and currents.
Karin stands up for the first time
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Did you know these facts about the Great Barrier Reef ????
It’s the world’s largest coral reef, made up of 900 islands and 3000 different reefs. It’s so massive that it can be seen from outer space. It’s home to around 30 species of whales, 215 species of birds, 6 species of sea turtles, 125 species of sharks and stingrays, and around 1,500 types of fish!
IT’S ONLY A DAY AWAY FROM NOOSA, AND CAN BE VISITED IN STYLE ON A GLOBAL VILLAGE WEEKEND PACKAGE TO LADY ELLIOT ISLAND. Get full details from the Activity Desk.
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Surfers come from all around the world to enjoy the perfect waves that Noosa has to offer, here is everything you need to know and remember, if you need help with the English, ask one of the GIL teachers.
1. Firstly, and most importantly, don’t drop in on other surfers. The surfer on the inside, closest to the curl, has the right of way -If you don’t see them and you drop-in, flick out as quickly as possible so you’re not in their way.
2. Give way. When you are paddling out, keep clear of surfers on the waves – if you can’t go around the shoulder, then go inside and duck-dive or roll under the white water.
3. Hold on to your board. Don’t throw your board away when a wave breaks in front of you and don’t paddle for the waves and then pull back. If you think the wave is bigger than what you first thought and you’re not comfortable, head back to the beach.
4. Know your own ability. If you are new to surfing and still learning, perhaps find a less-crowded spot to perfect the basic skills – just because there are lots of surfers in one spot and it looks good it dosen’t mean it will be the best spot for you.
5. Share. Don’t just paddle to the inside and take all the good waves – treat each other with respect and courtesy. If someone does something wrong, try to explain to them the right way. After all, surfing is all about having fun…like Lizzie.
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Summer is rapidly approaching. Time to hit the gym!
Franks Gym (Noosa Fitness Centre) has very generously offered us a special promotional price exclusively for GV students.
GV students can buy a 12 week (3 month) membership for $149 (normal price is $349). Franks is located about 2 minutes walk to the school, so there’s no better place to go for a work out.
Why not get a group together and get a regular afternoon exercise session going on?
You can check out the website at http://www.noosafitness.com/ , or better yet stroll down and have a talk to Corynne or Amanda.
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On Wednesday, Out and About students discovered the delights of aromatherapy. During a fantastic hands on session at ‘Ezili’ (the Atrium, Tewantin) each student mixed his or her own personal spray-on blend of essential oils.
Students returned to G.V. Noosa with their chosen remedies; including potions to increase learning, relaxation, energy and passion! “Our hosts, Jo and Rachel, made everyone feel very special, and even spoiled us with juice and chocolate crackles for morning tea.”
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Here are a couple of events that you won’t want to miss…
Saturday, 21st November - Bump on the Beach Party
Saturday + Sunday, December 5th and 6th – Gold Coast Weekend (Dreamworld, White Water World, lots of shopping and a big night out!)
Details for both of these are on the noticeboard. The Gold Coast trip always sells out early, so make sure you speak to Don and reserve your place. Just don’t plan on getting much sleep that weekend!
Don’t forget Monday is Tribal Night at Irish Murphies, Wednesday is soccer afternoon (meet at school at 2.30pm) and Thursday night at the Koala Bar is bigger than ever with Salsa night.
Lots on!
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This Jeep Wrangler will fit 5 people plus camping gear, so if you want to do Fraser Island your own way, at your own pace, this is the way to go. Cost works out the same as a guided tour with 5 people. See Don for more details.
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Cambridge students enjoyed learning some new dance moves on Friday. Barry and Jackie performed some live Australian bush music in the common room while students followed their lead.
This week General English students have a chance to cut a rug while Cambridge go sailing
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On Friday, General English students got to sail catamarans off Noosa’s Main Beach. The larger than average swell size made it a little tricky getting out, and lots of fun coming back in.
Only one group managed to capsize their boat (twice) but they had it upright in no time. This week Cambridge students will have a chance to try sailing, see you there!
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