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Sunshine Coast Council is a major partner in bringing regional community carols events to our communities.

Cotton Tree Esplanade, Cotton Tree.

Glasshouse Country Community Carols

Saturday 6 December 2014 4.30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8.30pm

Beerwah Sportsground, Beerwah.

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Friday 12 December 2014 5 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8.30pm

Kings Beach Amphitheatre, Kings Beach.

Christmas in the Park

Saturday 20 December 2014 4.30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8.30 pm

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Saturday 13 December 2014 From 7 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9pm Council is pleased to partner with My Weekly Preview to publish community events and activities happening across the Sunshine Coast in My Christmas â&#x20AC;&#x201C; your guide to celebrate Christmas and the New Year. Visit councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website or check out the My Christmas publication for more details.

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A Christmas message from your Mayor Celebrate this summer by getting involved in the 2014/15 Christmas and New Year program!

Sunshine Coast Council supports Christmas and New Year events which ref ect the cultural values, diversity and lifestyle of our Coast communities – and this packed program of fun, family-friendly activities is sure to please.

Inside 4 Christmas Tree Trail 6 Christmas Events 13 Christmas Carols 17 Holiday Fun Guide 22 Chur ch Services 24 Gift Ideas 36 Christmas Entertainment 42 Festive Food

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Council is pleased to partner with My Weekly Preview to bring all the event information to you on the wide variety of Christmas and New Year activities taking place across the region. I encourage you to: • follow the Christmas tree trail with 22 trees lighting up across the region, • take part in local community carols and Christmas events, • enjoy the exciting New Year’s Eve celebrations.

Share the spirit by catching up with neighbours, both old and new, and supporting your community by heading out to a local event near you.

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Enjoy Christmas and New Year and please, stay safe, keep cool, look out for each other and have fun!

Cr Mark Jamieson Mayor

Read the digital version of My Christmas 2014 online at www.myweeklypreview.com.au

Please dispose of this magazine responsibly, by recycling after use.

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Christmas Tree Trail Sunshine Coast Council’s regional Christmas Tree Trail will dazzle and delight with 22 trees lighting up progressively throughout the region. Environmentally friendly light emitting diode (LED) lighting is used across all of the council-decorated trees keeping with council’s vision for the Sunshine Coast to be Australia’s most sustainable region – vibrant, green and diverse. Decorated trees include hoop, bunya, lilly pillies, f g, jacaranda, Norfolk pines, swamp and paper gums. Follow the trail by visiting council’s website for full details including a ‘drop-pin’ location map.

Locations Alexandra Headland, bunya pine tree, south-side of Alexandra Headland Surf Life Saving Club, Alexandra Parade

Currimundi, Crummunda Park, Coongarra Esplanade

Mooloolah Valley, Martin Rungert park, Corner of Bray Rd and Neil Roads

Eudlo, hoop pine in town park, Corlis Avenue (near skate park)

Mooloolaba, norfolk pine, between Beach Terrace and Mooloolaba Esplanade (southern end)

Buderim, poinciana tree, front of the old post off ce near Burnett Street roundabout

Glass House, Rotary Park, Reed Street and Bruce Parade

Caloundra, f g tree at the roundabout, Bulcock and Minchinton Streets

Kenilworth, swamp gum in Town Park, Elizabeth and Charles Streets

Nambour, Nambour Town Square, Lowe and Queen Streets

Caloundra, norfolk pine at Bill Venardos Park, Minchinton Street and Omrah Avenue

Maleny, Maple and Coral Streets roundabout

Palmwoods, Kolora Park, WoombyePalmwoods Road

Conondale, Boyle Park next to the swimming pool, Maleny-Kenilworth Road Coolum, David Low Way (west side), near Park Street Cotton Tree, Cotton Tree Park (west of swimming pool), Cotton Tree Esplanade

Mapleton, Memorial Park, Corner Flaxton Drive and Obi Obi Road Marcoola, norfolk pine at Felix Parry Park, Marcoola Esplanade Montville, f g tree at Village Green, Main Street (south of Memorial Close)

Mudjimba, Power Park, Mudjimba Esplanade

Woombye, Blackall Street, (north side, near Wakef eld Street) Yandina, War Memorial Park, Stevens Street and Railway Street

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What’s on this Christmas Lights, trees, carols, Santa! This year the Coast lights up with more than 50 family-friendly Christmas events taking place across the region. Carols by Candlelight are great places to come together with others in the community. Which ones will you be going to?

28 November Nambour Christmas Street Party, 3.30pm-9pm Nambour Town Square, Nambour www.nambour.com Nambour’s Christmas Street Party marks the start of the town’s festive season celebrations with the lighting of the tree, music, entertainment and markets in the town square.

Mountain Creek State School Community Carols, 5.30-7.30pm Mountain Creek State School Oval, Mountain Creek The school will run the community carols with a sausage sizzle, hamburgers, hot chips, snow cones, drinks and gift stalls. Cafe Connect will sell coffee and cakes. A big program is planned with all the students singing songs.

29 November North Shore Community Christmas Celebration, 10am-2pm North Shore Community Centre, Mudjimba www.northshorecommunitycentre. org Christmas celebrations, fun and festivities; including face painting, food, arts and crafts, entertainment and Santa will arrive by helicopter.

Coolum Beach Flicks - Outdoor Movies Screening of Rise of the Guardians, 6.30pm Tickle Park, Coolum Beach www.starrynights.com.au A free outdoor movie screening of Rise of the Guardians, in conjunction with the Coolum Beach Christmas Tree lighting.

3 December Light The Lights, 6pm-7pm Mapleton Lilyponds Park, Mapleton The Mapleton Choir performs a program of Christmas songs. There will be a free sausage sizzle and Santa will give gifts to local children.

The Christmas tree lights will be lit be the local councillor.

My Music, My Life by Kamahl 11am The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra www.theeventscentre.com.au My Music, My Life, is about the music and the people that created Kamahl.

5 December Senior Citizens Christmas Party 11.30 am-2.30pm Lake Kawana Community Centre, Bokarina www.mooloolabarotary.org/ Senior citizens and people with disabilities will be treated to a VIP Christmas celebration. Guests are picked up from their homes and taken to the centre to enjoy a day of entertainment, a light lunch and gifts.

Bli Bli Community Carols, 3.30-8 pm Bli Bli Primary School, School Road, Bli Bli Community Christmas celebrations with heaps of fun and free things.

Mooloolah Valley Community Xmas Party, 5-8pm Mooloolah Community Centre, 43 Bray Rd, Mooloolah Valley www.mooloolahcommunitycentre. org/ Free Community Christmas Party 2014.

6 December Salvation Army Community Christmas Party, 12-4pm The Salvation Army, 119 Sugarbag Road, Little Mountain Free family fun-f lled day, jumping castle, crafts, games, petting zoo.

Montville Festive Tree Event, 5pm Montville Village Green, Montville www.montvillecommerce.com.au Features the All Stars Show Band, Santa’s Workshop with locally made toys for sale, craft activities, sausage sizzle, watermelon, water station and a visit from Santa. The local councillor will switch the lights on the Christmas tree after the lantern parade.

Carols at Cotton Tree, 4.30-8.30pm Cotton Tree Park, Cotton Tree Esplanade, Cotton Tree www.calvarycc.org.au Carols at Cotton Tree is a free community event for locals and visitors to enjoy in a safe and family-friendly environment. Bring a blanket or chair for a night of great local talent singing much loved Christmas carols, and a special visit from Santa. Food and drink stalls will be available.

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7 December Lights on the Lake, 4-8pm Crummunda Park, Wurtulla www.currimundicatchment.org.au/ lights-on-lake/ Lights on the Lake is a free outdoor community event on the shores of Currimundi Lake. There are four hours of live entertainment, supervised children’s activities, arts and craft stalls, community information stalls and great food.

Decorate your canoe or kayak with Christmas lights and you could win a prize. The evening ends with a beautiful parade of boats around Currimundi Lake, lit up with Christmas lights.

Alex Community Christmas Celebration, 4-8pm Buhk Family Park, Alexandra Headland www.alexandraheadland.qld.au The fun, free community event is being organised by the Alex Community Association in partnership with The Alex Surf Club and local businesses. It features

music and children’s rides. The Alex Christmas Tree will be lit after Santa arrives by boat. The night f nishes with f reworks.

Palmwoods Green Bush Christmas 5-7pm Palmwoods State School, Woombye-Montville Road, Palmwoods Christmas crafts, sausage sizzle and games followed by a carols concert.

Sunshine Coast Choral Society - Christmas Oratorio, 2.30pm Lake Kawana Community Centre, Bokarina www.suncoastchoral.org.au/ The Sunshine Coast Choral Society presents Bach’s Christmas Oratorio, conducted by Adrian King, accompanied by The Choral Society Orchestra and led by Trish Corben.

Toy Run 2014, meet from 7.30 am Stockland Shopping Centre, Caloundra www.sunshinecoast.ulyssesclub.org/ Ride starts at Stockland Shopping

Centre and ends at Ramada Marcoola Beach. All road registered motor bikes are welcome.

12 December Maleny Christmas Street Carnival 6pm-10pm Maple Street, Maleny www.maleny.christmas.com.au An exciting Christmas carnival event with dancing in the street, rides, great food, music and much more.

Carols in the Park, 6.30pm Power Park, Esplanade, Mudjimba www.riverlife.org.au Open air carols in the park, including food stalls.

Nambour Community Carols, 5pm - 8.30pm Nambour Showgrounds, Nambour www.facebook.com/ nambourcommunitycarols Food stalls, entertainment, giveaways, local bands and artists, festive songs and carols, f reworks.

Christmas movies in the park, 6pm-8.30pm Regional Sports Field behind Brightwater State School, Mountain Creek www.stockland.com.au/ brightwater Christmas movie in the park with Santa and one of his elves, with a f reworks f nale. There will also be a sausage sizzle and coffee.

13 December Christmas movies in the park, 6pm-8.30pm Brightwater, Blue Park off Bellvista Boulevard, Caloundra West www.stockland.com.au/bellsreach Christmas movie in the park. There will also be Santa, a sausage sizzle and coffee.

Glasshouse Country Community Carols, 5pm-8.30pm Beerwah Sportsgrounds, Beerwah www.facebook.com/#!/pages/ Glasshouse-Country-CommunityCarols/285033368284434 A free community carols by candlelight event with f reworks.

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Carols in the Park, 5.30pm Lakeshore Community Church of Christ, Buderim www.lakeshorechurch.org.au Sausage sizzle, carols and Santa.

Festive Songs by the Beach, 1-3pm Loo With A View, Mooloolaba www.buderimconcertband.com Buderim Concert Band will be playing some festive songs to passers-by in Moolooaba in December.

Christmas in the Park, 7pm-9pm Tickle Park, Coolum Beach www.coolumchristianfamily.org Community Christmas carols night.

Buderim Community Carols, 6.30pm - 8.30pm Buderim Mountain School Oval, Main Street, Buderim www.buderim.qld.au The theme is “Peace and Goodwill to All” - A community carols event to celebrate the festive season, including a visit from Santa.

Christmas on Little Main Street Party, 3 - 8.30pm Palmwoods Memorial Hall, Palmwoods www.palmwoodshall.org.au There will be delicious food, vintage markets, kids rides, face painting, kids craft, Christmas concert, carols by starlight and of course a visit from Santa.

Carols on Kings Beach, 4.30pm-8.30pm Kings Beach Amphitheatre, Kings Beach, www.calvarycc.org.au Carols on Kings is a free community event for locals and visitors to enjoy in a safe and family-friendly environment.

21 December Kawana Waters Christmas Carols 4pm-8pm Kawana Waters Surf Lifesaving Club, Kawana www.kawanasurfclub.com.au Christmas Carols By The Beach (out the back of Surf Club).

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14 December Yandina Christmas Carols, 6pm Yandina Historic House, Yandina The carols night will be held at theYandina Historic House.

Twin Waters Carols, 5.30pm Wandiny Room, Novotel Resort, Twin Waters, www.twra.net Free community carols with f reworks.

17 December Carols on the Green, 7pm Montville Village Green, Montville www.montvillevillageassociation. com.au Carols on the Village Green, BYO picnic - wet weather alternative is Montville Village Hall.

Christmas Crackers concert, 2pm Kawana Community Hall, Buddina www.sccb.org.au Christmas concert, carols, concert band. A Christmas concert with carols and concert band for the whole family.

20 December Mooloolaba’s Christmas Boat Parade, 6.30pm Mooloolaba Yacht Club at The Wharf, Mooloolaba www.christmasboatparade.net Celebrate Christmas by joining the

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fun. Dress up yourself, your family and friends. This year’s nominated charity is RACQ CareFlight. Free for viewing, entry fee for vessels.

Aussie World’s Christmas Roast & Carols by Candlelight, 12pm Aussie World - 73 Frizzo Road, Palmview, www.aussieworld.com.au Have fun and celebrate the festive season at Aussie World. Beach Christmas to White Christmas – come play in the snow. The park will stay open into the night for our Inaugural Carols in the Theme Park.

Eumundi Christmas Carols, 5.30-8.30pm Eumundi Amphitheatre, Eumundi www.eumundilive.com.au

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24 December Kenilworth Christmas Eve Celebration 2014, 5pm-9pm Kenilworth Show Grounds, Kenilworth www.kenilworthhall.org.au Santa arrives at 7pm. Free rides, Christmas carols, barbecue.

Santa Comes to Mooloolaba, 5.30pm Mooloolaba Beach, Mooloolaba www.thesurfclub.com.au Before Santa embarks on his annual journey around the world he will stop in at Mooloolaba Beach to visit all the good boys and girls of the Sunshine Coast. Santa will arrive at the beach on a surf boat at 5.30pm on Christmas Eve and make his way up to the tower throwing out handfuls of lollies. Kids will be given a last-minute chance to sit with Santa, get a photo and ask him for a special Christmas gift. This free community event is proudly organised by Mooloolaba Surf Life Saving Club.

25 December Christmas Day in the Showgrounds, 11am-3pm Ray Grace Pavilion, Nambour Showgrounds, Nambour www.suncoastcare.org.au A feast of food, toys, activities, waterslides and jumping castles.

Everything is free.

Maleny Community Christmas Breakfast, 8-11am Neighbourhood Centre, 17 Bicentennial Lane, Maleny www.malenync.org.au/ Every Christmas morning the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre provides a festive breakfast for people who live in the town. It aims to address social isolation, build connectedness, relationships, and community capacity. The theme will be “what does community look like to you”.

The Maleny Neighbourhood Centre hosts and co-ordinates this event, and local businesses provide food, supplies and resources.

Goodlife Christmas Lunch, 12 noon-3pm Goodlife Community Centre, Buderim www.goodlife.org.au Everyone is welcome. Come along and join in the festivities on Christmas Day. Lunch will be provided, with entertainment for the adults and kids.

Christmas Day Service, 9am Salvation Army,119 Sugarbag Road, Little Mountain 27 December Coolum Beach Flicks, Outdoor Movie Screening of Back to the Future, 6.30pm Tickle Park, Coolum Beach www.starrynights.com.au A free outdoor movie screening of that 80s classic - Back to the Future.

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30 December Conondale Community Christmas Party, 2-6pm Conondale Swimming Pool, Conondale www.conondaleswimmingpool. webs.com/ An afternoon of fun and games in the pool, sideshow alley and jumping castle.

28 November – 23 January Coolum Twilight Markets 4pm-8pm each Friday Tickle Park, Coolum Beach www.coolum.com.au Markets, fruit and veg stalls, craft, art, clothing, jewellery etc.

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5 December – 23 January Bulcock Beach Twilight Markets 4pm-9pm every Friday Esplanade, Bulcock Beach, Caloundra, www.caloundrachamber.com.au The family-friendly Twilight Markets feature more than 100 stalls offering handmade and artisan crafts, street food, gourmet sweets, fashion, jewellery, fun stuff for kids and much more. Enjoy the atmosphere with live entertainment and colourful street theatre characters as day slips into night, and the Twilight Markets come alive. It’s a must-do event held at beautiful Bulcock Beach Esplanade boardwalk.

5, 12 and 19 December and 2 January Eumundi Lights Up Xmas Night Markets, 6-9pm Eumundi Amphitheatre, Eumundi www.experienceeumundi.com.au Come to Eumundi and enjoy a fabulous pageant of Christmas lights, lantern parades, a magnif cent giant Christmas tree festooned with kitchen cutlery, an enchanted forest, and Santa’s workshop and wishing chair. All this plus shopping, food and fun at the famous markets and main street traders.

5, 12 and 19 December and 2 January Eumundi Summer Night Markets 5-9pm Memorial Drive, Eumundi www.eumundimarkets.com.au Festive season markets.

13 and 20 December Maleny Players Christmas Pantomime ‘Sleeping Beauty’ 2.30pm & 7.30pm Maleny Community Centre, Maleny A fun-f lled version of this traditional story, with the wicked fairy Malvoleena and her hobgoblins, the exotic pongolia plant, an escaped chicken and hijinks in the palace kitchen.

13 – 24 December Sunshine Coast Christmas Lights 6pm-9pm Lifepointe Baptist Church, Buderim www.sunshinecoastchristmaslights. com.au Free family event - show, animals, entertainment, lights display.

21 and 23 December Kids Club Activities, 2-4pm Tickle Park, Coolum Beach www.coolumbusinessandtourism. com.au Free kids activities and workshops making Christmas crafts.

22 and 24 December Kids Club Activities, 10am-12pm Tickle Park, Coolum Beach www.coolumbusinessandtourism. com.au Free kids activities and workshops making Christmas crafts.

14 and 21 December Maleny Players Christmas Pantomime Sleeping Beauty 2.30pm Maleny Community Centre, Maleny

6 - 7 December Blackall Range Woodcrafters Guild, Christmas Santa shop, 9am-8pm Sat, 9am-3pm Sun Montville Village Green, Montville www.blackallrangewoodies.org.au/ Woodies Santa Shop, f ne timber workmanship on display. Wooden children’s toys for sale, raff e and sausage sizzle.

17 - 21 December Kawana Waters Uniting Church Christmas Festival, 6.30-9pm nightly Kawana Waters Uniting Church, Thunderbird Drive, Bokarina Family Christmas Festival with walk-through Christmas story, lights display, entertainment and games.

Throughout December Caloundra Street Fair 8am-1pm, every Sunday Bulcock Street, Caloundra www.caloundrastreetfair.com.au Immerse yourself in one of the best street markets on the Sunshine Coast, featuring more than 200 unique stalls.

Light Up Glasshouse Country Judging 3 - 10 Dec Winner published in 18 December issue of Glasshouse Country News. www.gcnews.com.au Lighting up Glasshouse Country is a Christmas Lights Competition for the Glass House Country community. ity

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Enjoy the fantastic NYE celebrations but remember to please stay safe, look out for each other and above all, have fun!

NYE - Mooloolaba, 4pm-12am The Esplanade, Mooloolaba www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

f reworks displays (8.30 pm and midnight).

This event is a safe, secure, fully fenced, alcohol and glass free zone.

NYE - Coolum, 5pm–midnight Tickle Park, Coolum Beach, www.coolum.com.au

Free, family-friendly New Year’s Eve Mooloolaba attracts more than 40,000 local residents and visitors to welcome in the New Year. There will be live music on the main stage, energetic DJ sets on the beach stage, carnival rides and buskers, roving and street entertainment, temporary tattoos, children’s face painting and activities, food stalls and amusements and of course two spectacular

Caloundra Community NYE Celebrations, 4pm-9.30pm Kings Beach Amphitheatre and Lions Park, Kings Beach, www.cesc.com.au

New Years’ Eve in Coolum will be huge; two lots of f reworks, 8pm and midnight. The Lions Club of Coolum will provide rides and a sausage sizzle, so bring the whole family.

Free event for families to celebrate the beginning of a New Year. Rides, entertainment and food stalls. Twilight movie screening approx 7.15pm, amazing f reworks at 9.15pm.

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Carols

Christmas Carols There’s nothing like singing Christmas carols to get you into the spirit of the season. Here are some of our favourites for those carol nights on the Coast.

Rudolph the red nose reindeer

Little Drummer Boy

Deck the Halls

Rudolph the red nose reindeer, had a very shiny nose, and if you ever saw it, you would even say it glowed.

Come they told me, pa rum pum pum pum A new born King to see, pa rum pum pum pum Our f nest gifts we bring, pa rum pum pum pum To lay before the King, pa rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum,

Deck the halls with boughs of holly, Fa la la la la la la la la ‘Tis the season to be jolly, Fa la la la la la la la la Don we now our gay apparel, Fa la la la la la la la la Troll the ancient Yuletide carol, Fa la la la la la la la la.

All of the other reindeer, used to laugh and call him names.

They never let poor Rudolph, join in any reindeer games.

Then one foggy Christmas Eve, Santa came to say: “Rudolph with your nose so bright, won’t you guide my sleigh tonight?”

Then all the reindeer loved him, as they shouted out with glee: “Rudoph the Red Nose Reindeer, you’ll go down in history!”

So to honour Him, pa rum pum pum pum, When we come.

Little Baby, pa rum pum pum pum I am a poor boy too, pa rum pum pum pum I have no gift to bring, pa rum pum pum pum That’s f t to give the King, pa rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum, Shall I play for you, pa rum pum pum pum, On my drum?

Mary nodded, pa rum pum pum pum The ox and lamb kept time, pa rum pum pum pum I played my drum for Him, pa rum pum pum pum I played my best for Him, pa rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum,

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See the blazing yule before us Fa la la la la la la la la Strike the harp and join the chorus Fa la la la la la la la la Follow me in merry measure Fa la la la la la la la la While I tell a Yule-tide treasure Fa la la la la la la la la Fast away the old year passes, Fa la la la la la la la la Hail the new, ye lads and lasses, Fa la la la la la la la la Sing we joyous all together, Fa la la la la la la la la Heedless of the wind and weather, Fa la la la la la la la la.

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Carols Joy to the World!

Away In A Manger

Joy to the world! The Lord is come: let earth receive her King!

Let every heart prepare him room, and heaven and nature sing.

Away in a manger, no crib for a bed, the little Lord Jesus laid down his sweet head, The stars in the bright sky looked down where he lay, the little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay.

Joy to the earth! the Saviour reigns: let men their songs employ, while f elds and f oods, rocks, hills and plains repeat the sounding joy.

No more let sins and sorrows grow, nor thorns infest the ground: he comes to make his blessings f ow far as the curse is found.

The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes, but little Lord Jesus no crying he makes.

I love you, Lord Jesus; look down from the sky, and stay by my side until morning is nigh.

Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask you to stay close by me forever, and love me, I pray.

Bless all the dear children in your tender care, and take us to heaven, to live with you there.

He rules the earth with truth and grace, and makes the nations prove the glories of his righteousnes and wonders of his love.

Jingle Bells Dashing through the snow In a one-horse open sleigh Through the f elds we go Laughing all the way.

Bells on bob-tail ring Making spirits bright What fun it is to ride and sing A sleighing song tonight. chorus: Jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way, Oh what fun it is to ride In a one-horse open sleigh, O Jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way, Oh what fun it is to ride In a one-horse open sleigh.

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O Come, All Ye Faithful

‘Aspects of Me’: De Greer-Yindimincarlie

O come, all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant, Oh come ye, O come ye to Bethlehem; come and behold him, born the King of angels; O come, let us adore him, Christ the Lord.

17 December to 25 January 2014 The Aspects of Me exhibition showcases the diversity of Aboriginal artist De Greer-Yindimincarlie illustrating the vast array of mediums De uses to make her art, and the diverse nature of styles ranging from paint, digital media including augmented reality, textile design, film, music and print.

God of God, light of light, lo, he abhors not the virgin’s womb; very God, begotten not created: O come, let us adore him, Christ the Lord.

See how the shepherds summoned to his cradle, leaving their f ocks, draw nigh with lowly fear; we too will thither hend our joyful footsteps; O come, let us adore him, Christ the Lord.

Stuck for Christmas gift ideas?

De Greer-Yindimincarlie, Heart of Inspiration, 2013 (detail), synthetic polymer on canvas (acrylic), 75 x 100cm.

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Sing, choirs of angels, sing in exultation, sing, all ye citizens of heaven above; glory to God in the highest: O come, let us adore him, Christ the Lord.

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Riverwalk retailers and major stores may trade extended hours. Visit sunshineplaza.com for further Christmas information.

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Silent Night

The First Noel

Silent night! Holy night!

All is calm, all is bright round yon virgin mother and child, Holy infant so tender and mild, sleep in Heavenly peace! sleep in Heavenly peace!

The f rst Noel the angel did say was to certain poor shepherds in f elds as they lay: in f elds where they lay a-keeping their sheep on a cold winter’s night that was so deep.

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, born is the King of Israel.

Silent night! Holy night!

Shepherds quake at the sight; glories stream from Heaven afar, Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia, Christ, the Saviour, is born!

Christ, the Saviour, is born!

Silent night! Holy night!

Son of God, Love’s pure light radiant beams from Thy Holy face, with the dawn of redeeming grace, Jesus, Lord at Thy birth, Jesus, Lord at Thy birth.

We Wish You a Merry Christmas We wish you a Merry Christmas; We wish you a Merry Christmas; We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Good tidings we bring to you and your kin; Good tidings for Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Oh, bring us a f ggy pudding; Oh, bring us a f ggy pudding; Oh, bring us a f ggy pudding and a cup of good cheer.

We won’t go until we get some; We won’t go until we get some; We won’t go until we get some, so bring some right here.

We wish you a Merry Christmas; We wish you a Merry Christmas; We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

They looked up and saw a star, shining in the east, beyond them far: and to the earth it gave great light, and so it continued both day and night.

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, born is the King of Israel.

And by the light of that same star three wise men came from the country far; to seek for a King was their intent, and to follow the star wherever it went.

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, born is the King of Israel.

This star drew nigh to the north-west; o’er Bethlehem it took its rest, and there it did both stop and stay, right over the place where Jesus lay.

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, born is the King of Israel.

Then entered in those wise men three, fell reverently upon their knee, and offered there in his presence their gold and myrrh and frankincense.

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, born is the King of Israel.

Then let us all with one accord sing praises to our heavenly Lord, that hath made heaven and earth of nought, and with his blood mankind has bought.

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, born is the King of Israel.

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Holiday fun guide

Holiday Fun Guide Stuck for ideas about what to do with the kids this summer? We have all the answers to take the stress out of the festive season.

Aussie World Christmas Wonderland is Aussie World’s next big event and you are invited to explore Santa’s Village, meet Santa and his helpers, and get into the Christmas spirit. Christmas Wonderland is included in your general admission ticket to Aussie World.

Why not try Christmas Wonderland Under the Stars? It offers carols and rides at night.

From 5.30 till 9.30pm, wander through Santa’s Village, enjoy rides, attractions and festive fun.

Entertainment includes singing carols, roving entertainers, and the glow of our Sunshine Coast theme park at night. Also kids, have you made your list yet for Santa? Have you been naughty or nice? Well Aussie World has a letter writing centre where you can post your wish list directly to the North Pole. The next challen challenge will be what to wear.

A After the success of H Halloween and the aamazing effort the co community went to, Au Aussie World is again aw awarding the best-dressed fam family for Christmas Wo Wonderland. It is exciting to ssee Aussie World inve investing in our community with fun by day and great even events capturing the spirit regar regardless of the season. So, what what’s next? Australia Day?

au Easter? Visit aussieworld.com.au to keep up to date with all the action!

73 Frizzo Road, Palmview Phone 5494 5444 www.aussieworld.com.au Nambour Civic Centre Young people with an interest in drama are invited to attend the Little Seed Theatre Company drama workshop during the January school holidays days at Sunshine Coast Council’s Nambour Civic Centre.

Little Seed Theatre Company has created a drama workshop program which will take place at Nambour Civic Centre from Monday January 12 to Friday January 16 from 8.30am to 3pm.

This intensive drama workshop program will culminate in spectacular performances on Saturday 17 January at 10am and 2pm. Tickets for the showcase performance are only $5 and

available at the door to ensure every family member and friend gets the opportunity to watch.

Little Seed Theatre Company provides training and performing opportunities for young people in a professional environment. Young people aged eight years and up will get the chance to be involved and work on a play. This includes rehearsals, exploring all elements of acting and also having fun with games of theatre sports.

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$39 per hour includes free training Located in the heart of Cotton Tree in Maroochydore. Everyone can do it! Within a few minutes, you will cruise like a Pro. To find us: Walk in the driveway between Cotton Tree Seafood and Mojo’s Bar on Cotton Tree Parade.We are the first shed on the left.

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Holiday fun guide where you will have a lot fun, create a show, learn tricks of the trade and make new friends. No prior acting experience is necessary and all are welcome. The week-long workshop tickets are $200 per child. Limited spaces are available so make sure you book early to avoid disappointment. To book contact Nambour Civic Centre.

Nambour Civic Centre, Upper level, Centenary Square complex, 52-64 Currie Street, Nambour.

Phone 5475 7755 www.scvenuesandevents.com.au Lake Kawana Community Centre Sunshine Coast Council’s Lake Kawana Community Centre brings the best in comedy for kids and adults with two side-splitting

performances of The Listies Make You LOL! on Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at 10am and 1pm.

A few years ago Rich and Matt decided to shake up the world of kid’s comedy, and The Listies were born. Since then they have become Australia’s most sought-after family comedians. Hilarious, messy and decidedly insane. The Listies sold out shows all over Australia, NZ and the UK, delighting audiences and critics alike.

Imagine The Young Ones hosting Play School or downloading two gigabytes of fart noises. LOL features alien attacks, toilet paper guns, spew, the rudest word in the world and the most disgusting pair of undies you have ever seen in your entire life. The Listies Make you LOL! is

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raucous, unruly and guaranteed to have the whole family (even dads) LOLing, and ROFLing*.

Don’t miss it! (*rolling on the f oor laughing). This show is rated S for Stupid and has won numerous awards including Best 013 Production for Children 2013 Sydney Theatre awards, Best Children’s Show (Edinburgh Fringe) BBC Scotland, and nominated Best Show, Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

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Fun Rider Funrider Segway hire is located in the heart of Cotton Tree.

Cruising on a Segway almost feels like you are f oating above ground. Everyone can do it. Funrider provides individual training so that everyone feels conf dent to go for a ride through Cotton Tree’s parks, or go for a small tour up to Alexandra

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Do you have a special event such as a buck’s or hen’s night, a school formal or corporate event coming up and would like to stand out? A Segway event might be just the right thing.

Shed 14A, 1 King Street, Cotton Tree, 0402 427 468 www.funrider.net.au Kawana Shoppingworld Capture the magic of Christmas with a free Santa photo. Everyone gets a free photo from Saturday November 15 to Wednesday December 24 at Centre Court near The Coffee Club. Visit Kawana Shoppingworld’s all-new website or the Santa Set for

a full list of Santa hours.

You can also snap a photo with your favourite furry friends this Christmas. How pawsome is that?

This is available every Sunday until December 21 from 1pm to 3pm, at the Santa Set. Make sure to follow the centre on Facebook for everything you love this Christmas.

119 Point Cartwright Drive, Buddina. Phone 5444 7066 www.kawanashoppingworld.com. au Maroochydore Homemaker Centre Free Santa photos are available at the Maroochydore Homemaker Centre. Visit Santa outside The School Locker from December 1 and receive your free photo. Visit Santa’s Stage to f nd out more.

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Visit Maroochydore Homemaker Centre from December 15 to 24 and build your very own teddy bear complete with a birth certif cate for only $6. Located outside The Dollar Tree, terms and conditions apply.

Limit 160 bears per day.

11-55 Maroochydore Boulevard, Maroochydore Phone: 5443 6929 www.maroochydore homemakercentre.com.au Underwater World Get closer than ever before as you discover the true sight, smell and sound of Underwater World’s seals in the all-new educational and interactive Seal Discovery Zone. Plus meet the two new Australian Sea Lions, Dunlop and Katanya, who

join the SEA LIFE resident seal family this summer.

With 14 free talks, feeds and seal presentations daily there’s plenty to do for the whole family including behind-the-scenes tours, shark k dives and seal swims.

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Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba b Phone: 5458 6280 www.underwaterworld.com.au The Big Boing Extreme fun is now here on the Sunshine Coast with a huge indoor trampoline park that’s all about jumping and f ipping for f tness and, most importantly, safety.

The Big Boing will get the kids away from their video games by offering the thrill of f ying through the air while getting exercise at the same time. The fully air-conditioned Big Boing Trampoline Park is suitable for all ages (from two-and-a-half years), f tness and skill level, offering a wide variety of physical activities

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Holiday fun guide doesn’t mean a dry boat for Whale One. Departing from Mooloolaba Wharf, its catamaran will wow even the experienced sea goer. The educational and conservation themed Dolphin Discovery Lunch Cruise leaves you with more than a satisf ed appetite.

Whale One, The Wharf, Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba 1300 942 531 save time and book online whaleone.com.au www.facebook. com/whaleonecruises The Big Kart Track Hit the largest commercial go-kart track in Australia for some adrenaline-fuelled fun. It’s 1.2 kilometres long and eight metres wide with plenty of bends, chicanes,and hair-raising hairpin turns. There’s also a fully supervised kids’ track with double seaters so you can drive the kids around, or single seaters for the older, more experienced drivers.

The track is open seven days and this school holidays you can enjoy night racing until 10pm.

2310 Steve Irwin Way, Landsborough, phone 5494 1613, www.bigkart.com.au Sunshine Plaza There will be photos with Santa at Sunshine Plaza until December 24, on level one outside Myer.

Photos are available every day and children will receive a free gift*. Visiting Santa is free, Santa photos are also available (fees and conditions apply). *Limit one gift per child. While stocks last.

This year the Plaza is supporting the Sunshine Coast Community Hospice, so for a gold coin donation you can have your gifts wrapped.

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Caloundra Catholic Parish Christmas Eve Carols 4.30pm; Services 5pm; 7pm; 10pm Christmas Day Services 6.30am; 8am; 9.30am Immanuel Lutheran Church Christmas Eve Carols 7.30pm; Services 11.30pm Christmas Day Services 5am; 9am Kawana Life Baptist Church Christmas Eve Service 6pm

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Christmas Day Service 8am Maroochydore Uniting Church Christmas Eve Carols 6.30pm Christmas Day Services 7am; 8.30am Caloundra Church of Christ Christmas Day Service 8am Lifepointe Baptist Church Christmas Day Service 8am St Peters Anglican Parish, Maroochydore

Christmas Eve holy communion with carols 9.30am, Christmas unwrapped, fun-f lled children’s service 4pm, holy communion with carols 11.30pm.

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EcoRide Ladies Electric Bike, fully f tted with baskets, racks and lights, $2,195 Jet Black Dirt Lid Helmet, blue, black, white, red, green, $49.95

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Alex Perry Mykonos Marina queen quilt cover set, $199.95

Piero queen bed, $399 (bed only, accessories not included)

Overnight trundle king single, $1699, lifts up to create a king bed

Argo 4-piece bedroom suite, $1399 (manchester, pillows and mattress not included)

Alex Perry Rhodes queen quilt cover set, $199.95

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Gift Ideas Wonder Tent Little Village, $299.99, Finn & Dash Toys

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Amethyst set in rose gold ring, $990, Buderim Jewellers

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Gorgeous Cosmetic Brush Set, $49, ColorPop

Besame Cosmetics Vintage Inspired lipstick, $29, and gold plated retro compact, $45, Colorpop Colorpop custom made lipsticks, $35, Colorpop Create your own shadow, blush and lip pallette from $75, Colorpop Pastiche steel cuff, $90, Buderim Jewellers

Hot Diamonds Circle of Life necklace small $149.95, large $179.95, Buderim Jewellers

Seiko rose gold and steel women’s watch, $499, Buderim Jewellers Dermalogica Clean Start Skincare Travel Set, $50, Colorpop

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Gift Ideas Col Colourful Nepalese Nep jewellery, from jewe $79.95 $79.9

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MOOLOOLABA 5452 6480 Open 7 Days - 9am to 10pm • Zanzibar Building, 47 The Esplanade NOOSA 5447 4447 Open 7 Days - 9am to 6.30pm, Fri/Sat nights until 9.30pm • Shop 8/14 Hastings St 30 My Christmas \ November 28, 2014

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Gift Ideas

Weber digital thermometer, $49.95, BBQ & Fireplace Henckels Zwilling Pure knife block set with bonus chopping board, $399, King of Knives

Nirey electric knife sharpener, $169.95, King of Knives. *KE-198

Weber Q cookbook, $32.95, BBQ & Fireplace

Assorted bottle totes from $6.95, King of Knives

Polaris P stainless steel st carving set, ca $59.95, King $5 of Knives

BBQ Lighters Ligh $29.95, King $29.95 of K Knives

Weber small pizza stone, $29.95, BBQ & Fireplace Weber Q handle light, $49.95, BBQ & Fireplace

20cm Global knife and sharpener set, $159.95, King of Knives

AVAILABLE FROM: King of Knives, Sunshine Plaza 5443 1233, Chermside 3359 2826.

BBQ & Fireplace Centre, Maroochydore 5443 7275, Kawana 5493 3744, Noosaville 5473 0023.

GREAT G R GIFT IDEAS Twisted Apple - Apple Slinky

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Leatherman Charge AL in Giftbox was $279.95

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SUNSHINE PLAZA 5443 1233 WESTFIELD CHERMSIDE 3359 2826 www.kingofknives.com

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Gift Ideas Handmade rug, from $49.95, Rug Rage

Assorted beach signs, from $19, Innovative Furnishings

Kubu grey console, $659, Innovative Furnishings

Coloured cane chairs, $199, matching foot stool, $129, Innovative Furnishings

Modern shag rug, from $89.95, Rug Rage.

Hand knotted pure wool rug, $399.95, Rug Rage

Boat f nish wine rack, $199, Innovative Furnishings

Handmade modern hall runners, Rug Rage New season cushions, 45x45cm, $14.95, 65x65cm, $29.95, Rug Rage

Teak day bed, $1295, Innovative Furnishings

Colourful kids rugs, $49.95, Rug Rage

AVAILABLE FROM: Rug Rage, Shop 6B, Home Central, Kawana, 5493 7030. Innovative Furnishings, 100 Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba, 5452 6885.

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Modern Rugs Traditional Rugs Shag Rugs Rug Accessories Home Central Kawana, Kawana Way, Birtinya OPEN 7 DAYS PHONE: 5493 7030 www.rugrage.com.au

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Gift Ideas Guest First luxury towel packs (includes 2x bath towels, bathmat, hand towel, face washer) $47.30. Available in 5 colours

Guest First luxury towel packs (includes 2x bath towels, bathmat, hand towel, face washer) $47.30. Available in 5 colours Guest decorator cushions (commercial quality & insert included) $39.95 Napery sets (includes 4x placemats and 4x napkins) $24.95

Cocktail beach towels was $15.95, buy 3 - get 1 free

Tea towel packs, $10.95 Napery sets (includes 4x placemats and 4x napkins) $24.95

Guest outdoor cushions (commercial quality & insert included) $49.95 - many more designs available AVAILABLE FROM: Main Linen, 2/27 Premier Circuit, Warana, phone 5437 8544

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FACTORY OUTLET 2/27 Premier Cct, Warana 5437 8544 OPEN MON - FRI SHOP ONLINE www.mainlinen.com November 28, 2014 \ My Christmas

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Christmas Must Haves 5 adjustable positions $249

Quality wicker range with sunproof cushions

Large range of umbrellas in stock Available in 3 colours

Adjustable back and leg positions

Sunlounges for long days by the he pool ‘Eden’ sunlounge Commercial quality $249

Available in white & charcoal

New

Available in 3 colours

Aluminium sunlounges from $149

‘Alfa’ sunlounge Commercial quality

Available in 3 colours

Large range of colours

New

‘Salsa’ pool chair $149

‘Salsa’ sunlounge $299

Available in 4 colours

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Impress with this Kwila daybed

‘Lily’ daybed with sunproof fabric

Kwila garden seats

Sunproof cushions

Create your own modular set with as many or as little pieces

Perfect for those shady corners ‘Rumba’ pool chair $179ea

Available in 3 colours

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Available in 3 colours

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‘Tango’ daybed Other matching pieces in store

Kwila squatters chair $399

Sunproof fabric Available in 3 colours

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9 Over 4000 combinations to Mix and Match your own settings

9 30 years on the Sunshine Coast 9 Most stock available immediately

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Mix & Match Range Hibiscus Couch Setting

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Bar Settings

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Couch - Dining & Bar Settings - Over 4000 combinations available All our settings are available in a range of wicker colours and are covered in quality sunproof fabric

Beach chairs $49.95

Beach umbrellas from $35

Large range of timber in store

Large range of market umbrellas in stock

Beach shelters from $79

Available in 4 colours

Storage boxes Available in different styles

Beach Essentials sse and Christmas Gift Ideas Throw cushions from $15

Kwila drinks trolley

Outdoor drinkware $24.95

Boxes of 4, ideal gifts!

Ice/wine buckets from $35

More beaches in stock now no for Xmas $38.95

Corner of Main Drive & Nicklin Way, Warana

Phone 5493 4277 www.daydreamleisure.com.au

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Christmas Entertainment It’s the age-old problem during the festive season – so many things to go, but so little time to do them.

So here’s a little help to make sure you get to the best places for some well-deserved Christmas cheer.

Christmas Events 5,12,19 Dec/2Jan Eumundi Night Markets Retail therapy under the stars. Santa, movies and craft for the kids.

12 December Alex Hotel, 4-6pm Barbecue and drinks.

13 December Villa Noosa Hotel, from 12-2pm Cartoon hero theme and prizes for best dressed.

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Christmas Entertainment

14 December Waterfront Hotel, Diddillibah, from 12 noon Circus entertainer, face painting, Santa and gifts.

19 December Pub Mooloolaba, from 2.30pm Free barbecue and prize giveaways.

Waterfront Hotel, Diddillibah, 4-6pm Spit roast and drinks.

Pelican Waters Tavern, from 6pm CLUB4KIDS Xmas party, face painting, jumping castle and giveaways.

Kawana Waters Hotel, from 5pm Car giveaway â&#x20AC;&#x201C; supported by Sunshine Coast Toyota.

CBX, from 4pm Live music, nibbles, gifts for the locals, drinks.

20 December Kawana Waters Hotel, 3pm-6pm Spin the wheel, free nibbles and ham giveaways.

Buderim Tavern 6-8 pm CLUB4KIDS Xmas party, Eve the fairy, Santa visit.

Noosa Reef Hotel, from 5.30pm Santaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s elf is putting on a

Music Dance Concerts Comedy & Theatre Plays

Christmas crafts workshop.

21 December Kawana Waters Hotel, 12-2pm Face painting, jumping castle, Christmas crafts, visit from Santa.

22 December Noosa Reef Hotel, 4-6pm Nibbles and drinks.

CBX, from 6pm Seniors Carols by Candle light Christmas Appeal Fundraiser.

24 December LOT104, Mooloolaba Cocktail party featuring canapes and exciting cocktails.

Events 3 December Caloundra Power Boat Club Meat trays and Christmas ham raff es and a full range of entertainment over the festive season.

The Events Centre My Music, My Life by Kamahl.

4 December The Events Centre Sunshine Coast Guitar Orchestra.

5 December Bulcock Beach Boardwalk Twilight Markets For eight consecutive Friday nights (f nishing on 23 January) there will be more than 100 stallholders.

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Christmas Day If all you want this festive season is to avoid the kitchen and all those dishes, then here’s the solution – forget all the fuss and eat out this Christmas.

Buderim Tavern Christmas Luncheon – set menu $98 adults and $35 for children (5-12), children under f ve are free.

Pelican Waters Tavern Christmas lunch buffet, $85 for adults and $29 for children.

Kawana Waters Hotel Buffet adults $89, kids $25, kids under four are free.

Villa Noosa Hotel/Motel Buffet $85 adults, $75 seniors and $29 kids (5-12) children under four are free.

Noosa Reef Hotel Christmas luncheon, $90 per adult and $25 child (6-12), children under f ve are free.

CBX Christmas Seafood Buffet Luncheon $89.95 for adults and $29.95 for kids (5 to 14).

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5 Course Degustation Menu $85 per person

LUNCH Monday to Sunday 12-3PM - choose from our f ne dining menu $38 2 Course

$48 2 Course

$58 3 Course

Choice of main and dessert, includes a glass of house wine or light beer

Choice of entree and main, includes a glass of house wine or light beer

Choice of entreé main and dessert, includes a glass of house wine or light beer

EBB WATERFRONT RESTAURANT Enjoy the million dollar views and watch the Maroochy River f ow with mouth watering food and excellent service that won’t break the bank.

OPEN for LUNCH Monday to Sunday & DINNER Friday and Saturday Bookings essential 5452 7771 Wharf St, Maroochydore ebbwaterfront.com 40 My Christmas \ November 28, 2014

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Christmas Entertainment

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Movies

Caloundra Power Boat Club Tis Irish, New Year’s celebrations

Birch Carroll & Coyle has seven movies on its $47 Family Pass offer in December/January, including; • Paddington • Alexander, and The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day • Annie • Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb • Big Hero 6 • Penguins of Madagascar • Paper Planes

Kawana Waters Hotel Hawaiian Night Alex Hotel Hot Summers Night, Karaoke Waterfront Hotel Laser show and kids disco, face painting.

Pelican Waters Tavern Fireworks 9pm and 12 midnight.

Sandbar Cafe & Kiosk, sittings at 5.30pm and 8pm Crazy Hat Party LOT104, Mooloolaba The degustation menu is back!

Among the other movies to be released this summer: • The Hobbit: The Battle of Five Armies • Dumb and Dumber 2 • Into the Woods • Unbroken • The Water Diviner • Taken 3

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T.G.I.F @ Sandbar T Every Friday from 4.30 - 6.30pm* 6 x Mooloolaba M l l b prawns or natural oysters $8 6 x Panko prawns or kilpatrick oysters $11

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Celebrate New Years at our “Crazy Hat Party” 3 course dinner $69pp Great prizes for best & wildest hats, group effort, couple and more. 2 sittings at 6pm and 8.30pm.

Children's meals available. Bookings essential.

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Celebrate with us...

Festive Food Keen to make an impression with your Christmas fare this year? Start with some family favourites.

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Organic Tahini Balls Time: 20 minutes Serves: 20–25 balls

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104, 101-105 the esplanade MOOLOOLABA lot104.com.au 5326 1990

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100 TO WIN 60 HAMS, 15 TURKEYS, 15 PORKS, 2 T-BONES, 4 BREAKFAST TRAYS 2 SILVERSIDE & 2 BBQ TRAYS ENTERTAINMENT FROM 6PM ROGER LEWIS

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Ingredients: ½ cup organic unhulled tahini ½ cup organic honey ½ cup organic desiccated coconut plus a bit extra for rolling ½ cup organic LSA ½ cup organic dried apricots ½ cup organic dried banana ½ cup organic dried cranberries Method: 1. Chop up the dried fruit into little pieces, f ne but not too f ne. You can swap and change fruit to your own taste.

2. Throw everything together in a bowl and mix it up.

3. Now the fun part (for the kids): rolling into balls with your hands.

4. Roll balls in extra-desiccated coconut. Keep the balls in the fridge until it’s time to enjoy them.

5. Enjoy Christmas with the healthy option of organic tahini balls this year.

Recipe supplied by Alnatura Wholefood Market.

Apricot Balls Time: 20 minutes Serves: 20–25 balls Ingredients: Diced apricots 250g Condensed milk 1 tin Fine coconut 250g Cake crumbs 250g Method: Mix all ingredients together.

Roll in toasted coconut.

Recipe supplied by The Pastry Chef.

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Festive Food Baked ham with cider and salted caramel glaze Preparation time: 15 mins Cooking time: 1 hour 5 mins Serves: 10-12 Ingredients: 4.5-5.5kg full Australian leg ham, bone-in 4 x 300ml apple or pear cider 2 cinnamon sticks, cracked Glaze 350ml salted caramel sauce, warmed Optional 100g hazelnuts, roasted, skin on 100g hazelnuts, roasted, skin off Cooking Instructions: 1. Pre-heat oven to 170°C. 2.Using a small sharp knife, carefully lift one side of the ham rind, then using your f ngertips gently separate the rind from the fat in one piece.

3. Cut a shallow diamond pattern in the fat.

4. Place the leg ham into a large baking dish and pour over the apple cider and add the cinnamon sticks to the baking pan.

5. Place the ham into the oven and bake for 20 minutes.

6. Remove the ham from the oven and drizzle half the salted caramel sauce evenly over the ham (use a silicone brush or your hand to coat the ham liberally).

7. Return the ham to the oven and bake for a further 45 minutes until golden. Allow the ham to rest for 20 minutes prior to placing onto serving platter or board.

8. To serve, tie the hock with a piece of muslin for easy carving and drizzle over the remaining sauce.

Serve with all the festive trimmings.

Christmas Eve Seafood Buffet DECEMBER 24 FROM 6PM

Ham Recipe supplied by Franz Smallgoods.

Homemade salted caramel sauce Ingredients: 2 cups granulated sugar, 180g salted butter, cut up into pieces, 1 cup thickened cream, 2 teaspoons salt Directions: 1. Heat sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly. Sugar will gradually melt into a thick brown, amber-colored liquid â&#x20AC;&#x201C; be careful not to burn it.

2. Once completely melted, immediately add the butter. Be careful as the caramel will bubble rapidly when the butter is added.

3. Stir the butter into the caramel until it is completely melted.

Slowly drizzle in 1/2 cup of cream while whisking. Be careful as the mixture may bubble and splatter when the cream is added. Allow the mixture to boil for 1 minute.

Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of salt. Allow to cool down before using.

Excess caramel sauce will keep for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator, use on ice-cream, cakes and biscuits.

Our Christmas Eve Dinner is a selection of our favourite succulent seafoods including Mooloolaba King Prawns, Moreton Bay Bugs, Oysters and Smoked Salmon in an ALL YOU CAN EAT BUFFET. This is followed by a dessert buffet filled with sweet Australian Christmas Classics.

$95 adults

$49.50 children (under 12)

Santa will be making a VIP appearance before heading back to the North Pole

See the Fireworks from the best seat in the house For bookings visit www.thesurfclub.com.au or call 5444 1300

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Festive Food Sweet Champagne Smash Ingredients: Mango, cut into thin strips blueberries raspberries honey of your choice All components other than fruit are best prepared a day in advance.

Pink champagne and raspberry jelly 750ml of pink bubbly 1 cup castor sugar 2 tablespoons of gelatine powder 60ml hot water Heat bubbles and sugar over medium heat and stir until sugar is dissolved.

Sprinkle gelatine powder over hot water and whisk briskly until gelatine is dissolved.

Stir gelatine into heated bubbles. Pour into container and disperse raspberries throughout. Set in fridge overnight.

Chewy Meringue 6 egg whites 3/4 cup castor sugar Whip egg whites until stiff peaks, gradually add sugar, beating well after each addition until sugar is dissolved and the mixture is thick and glossy.

Pour mixture into lined tray with sides.

Bake in preheated oven 100-120°C for one hour, rotating trays half way

through cooking process. Turn oven off and leave meringue to cool in oven with door ajar.

Vanilla whipped marscapone 250g marscapone 125ml thickened cream 100g icing sugar 2 teaspoons of vanilla bean paste Combine all ingredients and whip until soft peaks.

To Assemble Cut jelly and meringue into cubes.

Layer jelly, meringue, marscapone and fresh fruit in a glass of your choice and f nish with a drizzle of honey.

Recipe supplied by Chef Shandell Ralphs from Buderim Tavern.

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Sensational seafood Fresh f sh, prawns and Moreton Bay bugs – Christmas has become the season for seafood.

1. BUY RIGHT Fresh seafood on the table at Christmas has become a uniquely Australian tradition – but how can you make sure you are getting the best for your Christmas table?

Michael and Paul at Point Cartwright Seafood have some helpful hints: • only select seafood that looks shiny and moist • eyes on f sh should be clear and not sunken, while the scales should be shiny, not dry • oysters should look moist and plump and not dry and sunken in

the shells • prawns should have a glossy appearance and plump eyes • be careful about purchasing from businesses that promise to have your seafood packed and ready to go at Christmas – you don’t know when it was packed, how old it was when it was packed, or what you are getting. Best to choose your own.

2. STORE RIGHT Christmas time is normally hot, everyone’s fridges are usually overloaded with Christmas cheer,

and the fridge door is opened more frequently than normal – and that can cause problems.

At best, domestic fridges run at 4°C, but at this time of the year they usually operate at a warmer temperature, which is not good for storing seafood.

Fresh seafood should be stored between zero and 4°C .

The best way to hold large quantities of seafood is by keeping your seafood in an esky, sandwiched between two layers of ice. Place a layer of ice about 100mm thick on the bottom of an

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245 Nicklin Way, Warana Phone 5437 8923 Open: Tues to Sun 9.30am to 7.30pm www.ptcartwrightseafood.com.au 46 My Christmas \ November 28, 2014

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seafood on top of the raw seafood.

Then f ll the esky to the top with ice, ensuring it’s at least 150mm thick. Filling the esky to the top removes any air gaps which can heat up and cause the ice to melt more quickly. Sprinkle some salt on top, seal, place in a cool spot, (often the laundry is good) and don’t open until you need it. If you have a lot of seafood, you can create a number of layers of ice, seafood, ice, seafood, ice, etc . Smaller quantities can be stored by spreading out in a sealed container and storing in the coldest part of your fridge.

Done correctly, good quality fresh seafood will last two to three days, ensuring you will have an amazing Christmas.

So order your seafood early and save yourself the hassle of the last minute rush.

This will give you plenty of time to prepare this special recipe from the crew at Point Cartwright Seafood.

Paul’s simple but stunning dish of grilled Moreton Bay bugs on the barbecue with lime butter sauce is sure to impress your guests.

Take large Moreton Bay bugs (either raw or cooked) and cut in half, lengthwise. Wash and clean, then put a teaspoon of lime butter in the head cavity and smear some over the f esh.

Grill or barbecue until cooked or warmed through if using pre-cooked bugs. Add a dob of lime butter on top of the warm f esh before serving with a fresh garden salad (serving suggestion 1 bug per person).

Enjoy.

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