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The Sunshine Coast’s largest annual event, the Queensland Garden Expo, took place at Nambour Showgrounds over the weekend, attracting gardening enthusiasts and plant lovers from both near and far.

With tens of thousands of plants finding new homes, the Expo continues to be a significant tourism drawcard for the Sunshine Coast, with around 65 per cent of attendees travelling from outside the region.

The event, estimated to have an economic impact of over $10 million, saw queues forming at the gates on Friday morning, highlighting its popularity. Attendees enjoyed sunny days as they connected with experts, exhibitors, and fellow gardening enthusiasts, exchanging knowledge and passion for plants.

Crowd favourite presenters included Costa Georgiadis, Claire Bickle, Sophie Thomson, Millie Ross, Phil Dudman and celebrity chef Matt Golinski. ABC’s Gardening Australia presenter Jerry Coleby-Williams said: “There’s not much that beats connecting with fellow gardening enthusiasts, discussing new ideas, and contributing to the gardening community.”

The Musos in Beerwah

Time: Tuesday July 11, 6 – 9pm

Where: Beerwah Hotel, 53 Beerwah

Parade, Beerwah

Barung Landcare Morning Tea

Outspoken

Jul 11 https://www.facebook.com/MuzikaMaleny/

Info: A monthly music event (the second Tuesday), featuring our most impressive local musicians and guests from all around. This month will include The Levee which in their repertoire feature the music of acts such as the 70’s icon, Led Zeppelin, and regulars including Deni Chapple and Malcolm Holz playing both originals and covers. Coordinated by the Glasshouse Musos with its great PA sound, each act has a short set, so contact us if you’d like to book a spot. We might be able to squeeze you in if you turn up, but best to book.

Contact whitickerm@bigpond.com.

100 years of Maleny Show - Film premiere

Time: Wednesday July 12, 9.30am

Time: Monday July 17, 9am

Where: Glass House Mountains

Neighbourhood Centre, 1 Ryan St, Glass House Mountains

Jul 17

Info: Are you interested in plants and Landcare? Come along and join us for a fabulous morning. Sarah and Jason from Barung Landcare will give a presentaion about the organisation. There will be plants, a range of Landcare books and an opprotunity for Q&A all things Landcare. Please RSVP your attendance to admin@ ghmnc.com or phone 5438 7000 as early as possible for catering purposes.

Sex and the City Quiz

Time: Wednesday July 19, 6pm for a 6.30pm start

Where: Glasshouse Tavern, 10 Reed Street, Glass House Mountains

Jul 12

Where: Landsborough Historical Museum, 4 Maleny St, Landsborough

Info: Celebrate 100 years of the Maleny Show with a film premiere showcasing its history. The film shares the stories and memories of many people closely involved with the Maleny Show over the years. Be inspired when you hear how from humble beginnings the show has evolved to become a cherished event in the local calendar. Register your attendance at https://shorturl.at/iBMO2.

Sunshine Singers

Time: Friday July 14

Where: St Andrew’s Anglican Church, Kings Beach, Caloundra

Jul 19

Info: Heaps of prizes, 2 course dinner and show package - $60. Main meal and show package $45. To book your tickets please call 5493 0933.

Glasshouse Hinterland

AFC Annual Ball

Time: Saturday July 22, 6pm-10pm

Time: Wednesday July 26, 6pm for 6.30pm

Where: Maleny Community Centre

Jul 26

Info: Our next Outspoken event is with the remarkable Anna Funder (of Stasiland fame). Her new book, Wifedom, will be released in early July. It’s bound to be quite controversial as, apart from a whole lot of other things, it gives a different picture of George Orwell to that which we are accustomed. Tickets $25 and $18 for students. Bookings https://www.trybooking. com/events/landing/1065087?eid=1065087&

Charity Pig Races

Time: Saturday July 29,

From 1pm onwards

Where: Mooloolah Valley Country

Club, 129 Connection Rd, Glenview

Jul 22

Where: Landsborough Sports Complex

Info: Lose the footy boots and dance the night away! Free entry for the event, there will be a DJ, a food van on site, and a reverse raffle with $20 tickets for the chance to win a $1000 prize. Dress code for the night is suits and gowns.

Festival of Music and Singing

Time: Sunday July 23, 1:05pm to begin at 1:55pm

Where: Caloundra Uniting Church, 56c Queen St, Caloundra

Jul 14

Info: Sunshine Singers, a newly formed choir of choristers with dementia. New Choir members with their carers are very welcome. For more information phone 5491 1866.

Amazing Fungi Exhibition

Time: Saturday 15-Sunday 23 July, 10am-3pm

Where: Mary Cairncross Scenic

Reserve

July 15-23

Info: Maleny Printmakers group are holding an Amazing Fungi Exhibition featuring Jenni Matthews, Jennifer Eurell, Jillian Bergman, Megan Lee, Noela Mills, Karen Shaw, Katie White and Susan Haddock.

Yandina Country Music

Time: Sunday July 16, 12noon

Jul 16

Where: 24 Steggalls Rd, Yandina Info: Be entertained with popular country, including more diverse, crowdpleasing favourites. Enjoy Don and Phil’s harmonies through guest artists The Elderly Brothers! Raffle, door prizes, BYO lunch, free tea and coffee. 24 Steggalls Road. Cost $8.

Jul 23

Info: The 2023 Festival of Music and Singing, followed by a splendid Welsh afternoon tea, is on the afternoon of July 23 at the Caloundra Uniting Church. See QR code on brochure for booking, can book online until 10am the day of where cash will be accepted at the door. Tickets are $27 for the general public, $25 for WSSC members, per person in groups of 10 and more $25 each. Enquiries to Emrys Jonesemandmo@bigpond.com or Susan James at simplesusans@gmail.com

Looking for connection or support for your young family?

Time: Monday July 24, 9.30am - 11.30am

Where: Glass House Mountains

Neighbourhood Centre, 1 Ryan St, Glass House Mountains

Jul 24

Info: Are you aware of what is available for families in your local area? Come along for a free and fun morning tea with Holly and Aimee from Caloundra Community Centre and explore what services and activities are there to support you and your family. Mums, Dads, Carers, Grandparents and children are all welcome. RSVP admin@ghmnc.com or phone 5438 7000.

Jul 29

Info: Charity Pig Races are back and this year we will be supporting endED. There will be outdoor bars supplied by Heads of Noosa Brewing Co, as well as food trucks and is a family friendly event. The first race starts at 1pm and will have live music till late!

The Families of Fairview

Time: Saturday, July 29. 1- 4 pm

Where: 15 Porters Lane North

Maleny

Jul 29

Info: Maleny’s Fairview (Pattemore House) welcomes you this Saturday to come and visit. Films, oral histories, surveying displays and amazing images tell the tale of this 1907 pit-sawn farmhouse. Home-made afternoon teas are served on the graceful verandahs, overlooking the pretty restored gardens! Disabled access, plenty of parking. $5 entry - kids free.

Biennial Quilt show

Time: July 30, 9am to 3pm

Where: Caloundra Arts Centre, 5 North Street, Caloundra

Comedy for a cause

Time: Friday August 11, Doors open 6pm, show starts 7pm

Where: Maleny State School Hall, 16 Bunya Street

Aug 11

Info: Featuring comedians from Sydney & Melbourne International Comedy Festivals. This is an adults-only (18+) show. Food and Bar service available from 6pm. Child Minding ($30) is available from 6.30pmbookings essential as places limited! Event is in support of the Maleny State School P&C Association. To find out more visit: www.MalenyPandC.com.au/comedy-for-acause

QCWA Maleny – Label Reading Workshop

Time: Tuesday August, 10am–12pm

Where: Maleny Community Centre, Bicentenary Meeting Room

1 Bicentenary Lane, Maleny

Cost: Gold coin donation

Aug 15

Info: Join us for a label reading workshop to learn how you can use and understand food labels on packaged items to help you make better choices for your health. Morning tea will be provided on the day. Spots are limited! RSVP by the 11th of August by emailing or texting Judy Stubbs to register your spot: judystubbs1@gmail.com or call 0411 647 140

Is there more to life than this?

Time: starting Sunday July 23, 4.30pm

Where: Church on the Rise, 27

Beerwah Parade, Beerwah

Jul

Info: The Caloundra Quilters show will display quilts in all manner of styles, colours, sizes and designs. Visitors are encouraged to vote for their favourite quilt in each of the 3 categories – Large, Small and Challenge Quilts. Member’s handmade craft items will be for sale along with local trader’s tables and a bag raffle. Profits will be donated to the Sunshine Coast Animal Refuge. Light refreshments will be available. Entry fee is $5. For information, please contact Deb Ridley on 0410 356 889 or Faye Carr on 0418 716 639.

Monica Trapaga All Stars

Time: Sunday August 6, from 2pm

Where: Maleny Community Centre

Aug 6

Info: The Maleny Arts Council presents Monica Trapaga All Stars, up close and personal with the weaver of stories, swinger of songs. We’d love you to join us for this brilliant opening to our Winter Season!

For bookings and more information: www.malenyartscouncil.com

Aug 15

Info: Alpha is a safe space to explore life, faith and God in a friendly, open and informal environment, with good food and good company. An opportunity to make friends and find out what really matters in life. Running over 9 weeks it’s a chance to ask all those big questions like is there really a God. Registration required for cateringFree Dinner provided Child Minding (small cost) - Contact church for more info on 5494 0655 or email: admin@cotr.org.au.

Garage Sale and Hall

Open Day

Time: September 9, 8am-12pm

Sep 9

Where: Glass House Hall, Coonowrin Road, Glass House Mountains

Info: Glasshouse Hall are having a Garage Sale and Hall Open Day. Members of the community are invited to come along and book at table for $10 to sell their items, The Hall will also have a table of items to sell, as well as a coffee van and BBQ.

There will also be a historical display and tours of the Hall. To book a table email glasshousehall@outlook.com.