SECRETS ONLY A LOCAL WOULD KNOW

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ONLY A LOCAL WOULD KNOW

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Let’s face it, we could all use some relaxation – and we’ve found the place to do it. TANK BATHHOUSE is the newest destination on the Coast to unwind. This boutique spa is all about letting go in a beautiful setting – it’s in a Hamptons-style building surrounded by lush farmland (you’ll feel more relaxed just driving up to this place). Aft er your treatment, unwind on the deck, take in the view and enjoy brunch or aft ernoon tea before heading home, completely relaxed. There are various packages on off er but if you’re going to do it we say take the plunge and treat yourself to the four-hour treatment with lunch and use of the sauna and steam room. Go on your own, head out with your partner or make a day of it with a couple of friends and enjoy! Tank Bathhouse and Day Spa is on Bli Bli Road, Bli Bli. 1300 640 722 or tankspa.com.au Map reference M16

Want to get up close to our beautiful GLASS HOUSE MOUNTAINS without actually climbing them? Autumn is the perfect time to take a drive out to our Glass House towns such as Beerwah, where you can glimpse the mountains from various angles. Of course, Glass House Mountains National Park has plenty of walks if you feel like getting out of the car. But for a lovely Sunday drive you can head out that way before getting some lunch in Beerwah and then heading up the range where you can take in the mountains from Maleny.

Want an outdoor workout that will get your heart pumping? Buderim’s LARA DRIVE STEPS are where you need to be. While the area is surrounded by trees, most people don’t come here for the scenery – it’s all about those 148 stairs that will have you sweating in no time. The good thing about these stairs is you can do just one or two sets or as many as a dozen (if you’re into the double figures, we commend you!) depending on your fitness level. Many people use the steps to increase their fitness – say starting with three or four sets and then adding an extra set with each attempt. The fitter locals will warm up with a set or two, before jogging up and down the steps several times and finishing with a warm-down set. To find the steps, head towards Ballinger Road, then turn into Lara Drive and follow that road until the end, where you’ll find space to park your car. Map reference M18

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Looking for a wide, flat path that is good for walkers, joggers, cyclists and strollers? The one along MAROOCHY RIVER is worth checking out. Access it from around Picnic Point and Chambers Island and you’re right in the action. If you’re struggling to find a car park, we recommend heading towards Fishermans Road (except on a Sunday morning when the markets make this part of the Coast pretty hectic). Park the car near Lions Park or in the Maroochydore Sports Complex and then head east, following the path that hugs the river down to Chambers Island. If you’ve got the energy, we suggest following the path under the Ken Neil Bridge, around Picnic Point and on towards Bradman Avenue. This will lead you to Cotton Tree and the beach. Map reference N17

LANEWAY NOOSA describes itself as “the cutest darn florist with hole in the wall coff ee window you ever did see”. And we couldn’t agree more. Go for the Padre coff ee, treat yourself to a donut and pick up a bunch of flowers or a gift for that special someone while you’re there. Laneway Noosa is open from 6am and to find it, just get to Noosaville’s Thomas Street and head for the incredible Noosa-inspired mural. Laneway Noosa is at 1C/6 Thomas Street, Noosaville. 0401 283 243 or lanewaynoosa.com.au Map reference N13

HOME TO NATIVE & EXOTIC ANIMALS & E

Come face to face with Meerkats, Red Pandas, Lemurs, a Sun Bear, Koalas, Dingoes, monkeys & more. Upclose personal encounters Meet the Keepers and learn

something new about your favourite animals.

Endangered Cotton Top Tamarins, are housed in an exhibit right next to you at the Zoo Cafe.

The Pomona Railway Station Gallery is a community-run gallery that is filled with the work of local artists and craft speople. The gallery has a full schedule of exhibitions and activities planned for 2022 as well as the upcoming art market, ART IN THE PADDOCK. Happening on Easter Saturday (April 16) from 9am to 1pm, the market will be held in the grounds of the gallery, and provides art lovers with an opportunity to meet the artists, buy original art and discover local handmade products from artisans who live and work around the Noosa hinterland and coast. The Pomona Railway Station Gallery is at 10 Station Street, Pomona. 5485 2950 or pomonartgallery.com Map reference J12

Citizen scientists, residents and visitors are invited to do their bit to measure beach erosion on the Sunshine Coast. Changes to the coastline are monitored by Sunshine Coast Council but thanks to COASTSNAP, we can all get involved. Founded by the University of New South Wales, CoastSnap is a global citizen science project designed to measure beach erosion and changes, plus recovery. This is done thanks to photos taken at exactly the same location over time. Just take a photo at one of four CoastSnap spots and upload it to the CoastSnap app, which is free to download. CoastSnap turns your photos into data, which scientists use to understand and forecast how coastlines might change in the future. The four CoastSnap locations are at Alexandra Headland (beach access 156), Buddina (beach access 199), Coolum (north of beach access 81) and Moff at Beach (beach access 274).

Co-founder and co-owner of Hearts and Minds Art in Noosa JULIE HOLLAND isn’t just a successful business owner – she’s also an artist, photographer and author. She recently celebrated the publication of two novels – That Summer in Nautilus Cove, a sea-change story of self-discovery, and the just-released HERE-Aft er, a story about love and betrayal, belief and possibility. Find these books and more of Julie’s work, plus the work of other artists and creatives, at Hearts and Minds Art, 1 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads. 0407 840 745 or heartsandmindsart.com.au Map reference N12

PHOTO: Tourism and Events Queensland For a leg workout you are just not going to get anywhere else in the region, we recommend you climb the CARLO SAND BLOW near the Rainbow Beach township. You can reach the sand blow from the Information Centre or from the Carlo Sand Blow car park, which are both in the township. Our tip is if it’s a warm day, start from the carpark as it’s a shorter walk. When you hit the top of the sand blow, you’ll be able to enjoy the stunning views over Rainbow Beach, the Coloured Sands, Double Island Point and K’gari (Fraser Island). Rainbow Beach is about an hour north of Noosa. Map reference N5

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We’ve found a tour where you can get up close with dolphins in their natural habitat. Noosa Ocean Rider will be conducting DOLPHIN SAFARI tours over the coming months. The tours leave from Noosa Marina where you’ll enjoy a relaxing cruise down the Noosa River before heading out past Noosa National Park and Hells Gate. You’ll spend time observing the dolphins (and getting plenty of photos) before heading back to the marina. Don’t forget your sunscreen and a jacket (it can get nippy on the water at this time of year), plus a camera for those spectacular shots. Noosa Ocean Rider is at Noosa Marina, Parky Parade, Tewantin. 0438 386 255 or oceanriders.com.au Map reference M12

It’s time to get stuck into training for the annual POMONA KING OF THE MOUNTAIN FESTIVAL. Held every year in the pretty town of Pomona, the festival has become well known around the world thanks to the main event, a 4.2-kilometre race to the top of Mount Cooroora and back again. Runners start from the centre of town and head straight to the mountain, where they are met by a set of low hills before having to tackle the tricky track up the mountain. Runners need not just speed but also strength, agility and a very good sense of balance (this race is not for the faint of heart). But it’s not all about the race up the mountain – the festival is a fun day out for the whole family and includes a three-kilometre family fun run, mountain bike event, antique and collectable fair, amusement rides, tug-of-war events, buskers and loads more. Pomona King of the Mountain Festival is on July 24. Find out more about the events and how to register at kingoft hemountain.com.au Map reference J12

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