The third heat of Senior Superstar Sunshine Coast was one of the biggest yet with over 350 people filling Tewantin/Noosa RSL to see fourteen acts battle it out for a place in the series final.
Heat 3 also saw the oldest contestant in the series perform.  John Price, 91, of Timbeerwah mastered his electronic keyboard to inspire the audience that no matter what one’s age, anyone can get out and get involved.
There was a range of acts including dancers, harmonica players and keyboardists, however it was the vocalists who shone through for the judges.  Choosing three finalists proved a hard choice for judges Paul Dellit, Judy Glen and Patti Larkin with only half a point difference between the highest three performers.
Roma Chaffey of Sippy Downs sung the classic song, Moon River. Roma was a finalist last year and looked stunning in gold. Her voice was likened to Marlene Dietrich and Carol Channing, with judges eager to see what else she can perform when she returns for the grand final.
Noosaville’s Yvonne Woodlock was the second finalist to go through who sung Vilia from Merry Widow. Vilia, sung by a finalist in last week’s heat also, proved a successful choice yet again. This is the first year Yvonne has entered the competition and is eager to be able to perform again at the final in Caloundra next month.
Trevor Mitchell of Mooloolaba sung the Ronan Keating song If Tomorrow Never Comes. Trevor started singing only three years ago after being pushed on stage during a Karaoke night. The judges said his voice was truly unique. It was the first time for Trevor also to enter Senior Superstar.
All three acts will go through to the Grand Final on Sunday 16 November at Caloundra RSL Club.
The Swan Bowls Club Maroochydore will host the fourth and final heat on Saturday 1 November.