ATTRACTIONS

GET INTO SOME ROAR-SOME AND INTERACTIVE FUN THESE HOLIDAYS

A herd of dinosaurs will be arriving at NOOSA CIVIC as part of the shopping centre’s interactive roar-some school holiday family fun. Explore a prehistoric world full of moving dinosaurs captivating the young and the old. Budding palaeontologists can find the walking raptor dinosaur and spot dinosaur eggs that will be hidden in the windows of stores to receive a free fossil egg to take home. For those who love to get creative, there is a colouring competition with a dinosaur prize pack up for grabs. Pick up your copy in the centre or download from Noosa Civic’s website. The free fun runs from September 13 to October 19. noosacivic.com.au

MOVIES, MEALS AND FUN FOR EVERYONE

SUNSHINE PLAZA’S popular Supersaver Fun Pass is back. Whether it’s a well overdue date night with your partner, an action-packed day out for the whole family, or some aff ordable fun for you and your friends, the Supersaver Fun Pass is the guilt-free outing you’ve been meaning to put in your calendar. Choose from one of nine meals from your favourite restaurants, pair it with a movie ticket, a fun adventure, and free all-day parking so you can relax and take your time. Kids receive the same inclusions, plus a free kid’s gelato. The Supersaver Fun Pass is available only until December 13, so be quick. sunshineplaza.com

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There are plenty of things to see, do and explore on the Sunshine Coast, so get out there and head along to our beloved attractions.

TASTE AND EXPERIENCE AT THE GINGER FACTORY

These school holidays there’s no better place to be than THE GINGER FACTORY. The iconic attraction off ers plenty of fascinating tours, activities and fun rides for all to enjoy, a variety of unique retail shops and a cafe surrounded by beautiful sub-tropical gardens. Kids can escape in a world of wonder on the Overboard Boat Ride or create their own garden adventure with the help of the much-loved Gruff alo Trail. Learn about Yandina’s early settlers with a fun and educational ride around the property on the famous 120-year-old Ginger Train, Moreton. Take a tour through the factory and find out how Buderim Ginger has been creating the world’s finest ginger for more than 80 years. If the kids start getting hungry, it’s time to enjoy a delicious lunch at The Ginger Cafe or purchase a DIY Gingerbread Kit and watch their imagination run wild with gingerbread creativity. gingerfactory.com.au

EXPERIENCE GOLDEN HOUR FROM THE WATER

Looking for a unique and fantastic way to experience Noosa at the most beautiful time of day? NOOSA FERRY’S daily sunset cruise is the perfect way to view this boutique coastal town’s golden hour from the water. Trips range from 1.25 hours to 2.5 hours so there is plenty of time to capture the most perfect sunset picture while sipping a glass of bubbles from the classic-style vessel’s open-air top deck. There are options to bring your own drinks or pre-purchase wine and beer along with a new nibbles box, creating a perfectly relaxed aft ernoon. For a great daytime option, take advantage of the ferry cruise, which cruises along the Noosa foreshore with stops dotted from Hastings Street (Sofitel Jetty) to the Noosa Marina. Private charters are also available for weddings, events and parties for a unique waterfront experience. noosaferry.com

BREAKFAST WITH A VIEW AT RELISH

Relish at NOOSA SPRINGS is now off ering an a la carte breakfast where diners can enjoy a leisurely breakfast on the terrace overlooking the golf course. Relish favourites include house-smoked salmon on grilled brioche, free-range eggs and bacon or smashed avocado and french toast with grilled bananas, Eumundi strawberries and maple syrup. Relish is open for breakfast and lunch seven days a week and dinner on Friday and Saturday nights. Call 5440 3317 to book a table. noosasprings.com.au Enjoy entertainment every day of the week at the familyfocused TEWANTIN NOOSA RSL. Kids eat free every Wednesday night, with face painting and Nickleby the Magician alternating as entertainment each week. If you are looking to discover new soloists or bands, discover local artists at the club’s Live and Original nights every Saturday in the Diggers Bar. Cover bands play hits from all eras Friday and Saturday nights and laidback lounge music over Sunday lunch. If music isn’t your thing, try your luck in weekly bingo or member promotions, take some line dancing lessons, join the chess club, or sit back and relax while enjoying a drink from one of three bars. You can also order delicious food from the bistro or coff ee shop. noosarsl.com.au

EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF EUMUNDI MARKETS

For the ultimate shopping experience, the EUMUNDI MARKETS provide the opportunity to escape to the country, breathe in the fresh hinterland air and relax outdoors while browsing more than 600 stalls off ering a beautiful range of original and eclectic products from the region. Stallholders love to share their knowledge and passion for what they do, whether arts and craft , herbal remedies or design inspiration. There are so many opportunities to indulge in culinary delights while watching and listening to local musicians, buskers and entertainers. There is truly something for everyone in the town of Eumundi, and you will always take something special home with you as well as in your heart. iloveeumundimarkets.com

RELAX AND UNWIND AT NOOSA MARINA

NOOSA MARINA has been a popular destination for more than 30 years. It is a favourite dining location for locals, with a variety of restaurants on off er from modern Australian and a la carte, to Italian or family favourite fish and chips. There is always something new to see with a variety of fashion shops and hairdressers, plus a day spa on off er. Noosa Marina is also a departure point for many river cruises or do it your own way with a barbecue pontoon or hire boat. Sundays are a fanfare of colour and entertainment with the regular markets and live music. Why not arrive relaxed by ferry, enjoy breakfast or lunch, or perhaps top the day off with an exquisite dinner with a view straight up the Noosa River. noosamarina.com.au

^ WILD GOOD FUN AT WILDLIFE HQ

WILDLIFE HQ is home to native and exotic animals from around the world, located next to the iconic Big Pineapple in Woombye. A Wildlife HQ favourite is the up-close animal encounter. Visitors can also enjoy an immersive dining experience with critically endangered cotton-top tamarins housed in an exhibit right next to you. The new cafe and undercover eating facilities serve fresh sandwiches, burgers, vegetarian options, fruit salads, barista-made coff ee and slushies, plus daily specials across a breakfast and lunch menu. Wildlife HQ is open every day, except Christmas. whqzoo.com

CELEBRATE ETERNAL LOVE WITH A DIY RING WORKSHOP >

Forge your love in the most symbolic way as you craft your own wedding or commitment rings at Sunshine Coast jewellery school THE JEWELLERY COLLECTIVE. At the popular Forged in Love Wedding Ring Workshop, couples will create a unique wedding ring design using a range of traditional jewellery techniques. Under the expert guidance of a professional jeweller, you will learn to measure, cut, shape and finish the wedding rings to perfection using new gold, or recycling the gold sitting in the bottom of your jewellery box. All workshops include a gourmet lunch platter and a bottle of bubbles to celebrate. jewellerycollective.com.au

< SPECIALITY ROAST MEETS INDUSTRIAL STYLE

FLYING WEST COFFEE ROASTERS is an open-plan, industrial-style cafe and specialty coff ee roastery located at Doonan, in the Noosa hinterland. Flying West off ers a range of wholesome food, from cooked breakfast and lunch to delicious cakes and slices. Enjoy the variety of coff ee off erings, including single-origin and coff ee blends, as well as organic teas and yummy smoothies. You can also find Flying West’s delicious coff ee at Noosa Farmers Market, Yandina Country Markets and Eumundi Markets. flyingwest.com.au

ALL SEWN UP >

THE PATCHWORK ANGEL has all your patchwork, sewing and stitchery needs to keep your hands busy. Based at Forest Glen, The Patchwork Angel has a range of patchwork and quilting patterns, fabric and notions to suit any sewing enthusiast, as well as regular workshops and classes. Patchwork is no longer just quilts, but now incorporates lovely cotton fabric for clothing, bags, soft ies and more. The Patchwork Angel staff are always ready to help with colour choices and design suggestions and love to visit local groups and share their passion for patchwork, quilting, sewing and stitchery. patchworkangel.com.au

< BRING YOUR ART TO LIFE

SUNSHINE COAST ART AND FRAMING GALLERY in Minyama is your expert for picture framing, vintage art preservation, canvas stretching, custom mirrors, wall art and decor, gift ware and sports memorabilia framing. Sometimes change is as good as a holiday and adding a beautifully framed piece of art to bare walls can make a space come alive or create a peaceful place. Sunshine Coast Art and Framing Gallery staff have many years of experience working with art and imagery of all kinds and are well versed in how to pair diff erent styles of art with diff erent styles of frames, as well as matching all these together with the decor in your home. Visitors can also enjoy the onsite Art Gallery Cafe ideal for business meetings, catch-up lunches with friends, coff ee or a game of mahjong. artframes.com.au

^ IMMERSE IN CULTURE, LIVE MUSIC AND MARITIME HISTORY

Join SALTWATER ECO TOURS on board a beautifully restored 113-year-old timber sailing vessel, Spray of the Coral Coast, cruising through the peaceful waters of Mooloolaba. Immerse yourself in an authentic cultural experience led by a traditional custodian. Taste delicious bush tucker foods, fresh seafood and try a native-infused cocktail. Soak up the last few hours of sunset while you sip on local beer and listen to live music or book the vessel out for your special event. saltwaterecotours.com.au

^ BREW YOUR OWN MOMENT OF PURE TEA INDULGENCE

MALENY CHEESE produces award-winning, lovingly handcraft ed cheese and yoghurt, and off ers visitors an authentic paddock-to-plate experience from its licensed cafe and shop. Enjoy quality food, a range of regional treats and condiments and other local curated delights as part of the seasonally inspired menu or pick up something delicious to take home. The cafe overlooks the working dairy factory that uses pure, locally sourced whole milk from the Maleny Cheese farm and several other dairy farms, in turn supporting the region’s many local farmers. Maleny Cheese shop is open daily from 10am to 3pm with the cafe open Wednesday to Sunday. malenycheese.com.au

If you are a tea lover, you can’t go past TIELKA, Australia’s most awarded organic tea brand. One sip of Tielka and you will be whisked away to your own moment of pure indulgence. Tielka is a champion of all things sustainable and ethical, with fine ingredients sourced from Australia and around the world. In the blends, you’ll see Queensland-grown lemon myrtle, Tasmanian pepperberries and lavender grown in Victoria. Delightfully packaged, even Tielka’s tea bags are craft ed from luxurious, plant-based fabric. Use the code ‘springsalt’ at online checkout for free delivery until December 31. tielka.com

< PASTA LA VISTA BABY

ARTISAN PASTA produces award-winning dried pastas here on the Sunshine Coast. Pasta products include traditional Italian styles, gourmet flavoured varieties and a gluten-free range that is suitable for coeliacs. Artisan Pasta products are made using a traditional process and are extruded through bronze dies then dried slowly for up to 48 hours. All Artisan Pasta products contain natural ingredients and are vegan friendly, egg, dairy, yeast, soy, GMO and nut free. Find Artisan Pasta in your local deli or IGA. artisanpasta.com.au

< REDISCOVER FAIRHILL NATIVE BOTANIC GARDENS & NURSERY

Under new ownership, FAIRHILL BOTANIC GARDENS & NURSERY invites you on its mission to restore Queensland’s original botanic gardens. Fairhill is 21 acres of gardens and nursery in a magical setting in Ninderry, 20 minutes south of Noosa. It off ers the most diverse selection of natives that flourish in south-east Queensland, attracting wildlife like the brown honeyeater (pictured). Cafe Botanist and Baker serves fresh Padre coff ee and Ten Acres pastries and sausage rolls from Wednesday to Sunday, 8am to 4pm. Enjoy a coff ee and stroll through the gardens under the spring sun. fairhill.com.au

Seafood Cruises

IN MOOLOOLABA RIVER & CANALS

We have a variety of cruises available to suit every occassion:

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PRIVATE CHARTERS AVAILABLE:

Come and enjoy the scenic Mooloolaba river and canals with us!

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