Sunshine Coast Function Centre, in the heart of the Caloundra RSL entertainment precinct, will host the event that aims to highlight the progress, achievements and future opportunities for one of the strongest community movements in Australia’s history.
The conference is expecting 300 delegates with this year’s program featuring four field trips exploring the Sunshine Coast and 12 workshop themes covering areas such as sustainable farming systems, indigenous land management, water quality, landcare as business and biodiversity.
Caloundra offers a broad range of affordable facilities for business events and conferences and a new edition of the Caloundra Meeting and Events Planner is now available online at www.caloundratourism.com.au.
Caloundra is at the southern end of the Sunshine Coast, just over an hour’s drive north of Brisbane airport. There are also direct flights to the Sunshine Coast Airport from Sydney and Melbourne.
Meanwhile, The Events Centre Caloundra has launched its newly refurbished Glasshouse Room. This delightful venue offers 556 sqm of flat floor space and is perfect for trade shows and exhibitions as well as an ideal conference welcome reception area close to other function spaces that can be seamlessly incorporated into any major function or event.
A hidden gem for families to retreat to is so peaceful it has become a kangaroo grazing area. This area, known as Skippy Park and located on Old Landsborough Road between Beerwah and Landsborough townships, is taking shape as a major new nature-based recreational area for the region that features an adventure playground, and landscaped walking tracks.
The grazing area has long been popular with local families who come to watch the kangaroos laze around in the sun, and the abundant birdlife.
An amenities block, canteen and storage shed are under construction and cycle track will become a state-of-the-art criterium to cater for the growing popularity of cycling.
On the way call into Pioneer Park on the Caloundra Road turn-off to Landsborough. This all-abilities park has won awards for innovation and design and gives children the opportunity to play on equipment that is both fun and challenging.
The Caloundra region offers a wide choice of accommodation and some great value-packed holiday hot deals at www.caloundratourism.com.au.
The colourful 2010/11 Caloundra Holiday Guide reveals that everything for a memorable holiday is all within reach and very affordable. Glorious sandy surf beaches and the pristine Pumicestone Passage are only a short drive from the heritage listed Glass House Mountains and the natural scenic beauty of the Blackall Range.
A host of family attractions are close at hand including the award-winning Australia Zoo, Australian Wildlife Hospital, Aussie World theme park, Big Kart Track, Queensland Air Museum, Sunshine Coast Turf Club, Caloundra Regional Gallery and Underwater World. From mid-September to the end of January 2011 you can even try ice skating at Caloundra Rollerdrome that will transform into a spectacular ice skating rink.
The Caloundra Holiday Guide showcases Caloundra as a great base to explore the entire Sunshine Coast and includes diverse accommodation and dining options, maps, travel information and major events calendar. Phone 1800 700 899 for a free copy or download from www.caloundratourism.com.au
Caloundra is at the southern end of the Sunshine Coast, just over an hour’s drive north of Brisbane airport. Transfer services to Caloundra are also available. Direct flights operate to Sunshine Coast Airport from Sydney and Melbourne.
Corbould Park will host a Melbourne Cup meeting on Tuesday, November 2 and night racing starts at the track from Friday, November 12.
And who knows you might even get the early inside running for a Melbourne Cup tip. Trainer of the 2000 cup winner Brew, New Zealander Michael Moroney, is a fan of this track. He also based Victoria Derby winner Monaco Consul in Caloundra during the Caloundra Cup Carnival in July as part of the lead up to this year’s Melbourne spring carnival races.
Mr Moroney has over 40 Group One wins to his credit and divides his time between his Flemington stables and a warm mid-year training base utilising new stable facilities at Corbould Park.
In fact Mr Moroney loves Caloundra so much he purchased an apartment at the stunning new Monaco complex in Bulcock Beach.
“It makes sense to set up a base at Caloundra for a few months where the winter climate benefits the horses being spelled or pre-trained to get them ready for spring racing,” Mr Moroney said.
“We can condition the horses better during the warmer winter and get ahead of our counterparts in southern states in regard to preparation for spring carnival racing.”
Mr Moroney said he planned to be back next year to again use the wide Corbould Park track and its soft cushion all-weather facilities.
Combine a great day out at the races with some unbeatable hot deals on accommodation right now at www.caloundratourism.com.au
(Wednesday, August 4, 2010)
: The presenters from Seven’s popular lifestyle show, Better Homes and Gardens, are heading to Caloundra next week to take on one of their biggest challenges yet - renovating a Queenslander cottage in the car park of Bunnings.
At the end of the week, they will auction off the partially renovated home to the public with all proceeds going direct to local charities, Inclusive Kids and Gateway Care.
There is no reserve price and the cottage must sell at auction – this could be Australia's cheapest house!
On offer (after renovation):
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A two bedroom Queenslander cottage with separate living and dining areas
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Huge entertainers deck at rear with smaller deck at front
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Brand new kitchen with new oven, stove top and some new floor coverings
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Fresh paint (inside and out)
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Freshly painted and carpeted bedrooms
NB: the bathroom is functional but dated and will remain untouched
If you’re in the market for a Queenslander cottage or just want to say hello, come down to Bunnings on Caloundra Rd on the weekend of
Friday, August 13, Saturday, August 14 and Sunday, August 15
The Better Homes and Gardens team of
Johanna Griggs, Rob Palmer, Fast Ed, Jason Hodges, Graham Ross, Karen Martini, Tara Dennis and Dr Harry Cooper will be doing in-store demos, autograph signings and filming segments for a future episode.
The auction will take place in the Bunnings car park at 3pm on Sunday, August 15.
Interested bidders must pre-register onsite prior to the auction.
For more information go to
Better Home and Gardens airs 7.30pm Fridays on Seven.
The Waterfront - Caloundra’s Boardwalk at Bulcock Beach is always changing for the better and has emerged as one of the most appealing places to relax and unwind on the Sunshine Coast.
Caloundra’s only five star accommodation, Rumba Beach Resort, is situated directly opposite the white sands and tranquil waters of Bulcock Beach and anchors the diversity of cafes, bars and restaurants visitors will now find in this lifestyle hub.
This precinct is thriving for savvy shoppers and diners with a number of new offerings in recent months. These include Alanna Boutique with high quality and popular fashion, Above Board Cafe with a fresh new menu, the popular La Promenade Cafe is newly renovated to maximise the delightful appeal of its absolute waterfront location, while the popular Alfies Cafe & Fish and Chips is also taking on a new contemporary design. Nearby, Homeleigh House offers a fantastic selection of gift ideas for that special person in your life while Shore Works is a great place for a casual browse among the homeware and to catch up on email at the internet hotspot.
There are over a dozen choices to tempt the palate including English-style pub and restaurant The Penefathings Inn, Italian restaurant La Dolce Vita, Hog’s Breath Cafe and The Coffee Club Cafe Bar Restaurant. Other popular dining favourites Tides Waterfront Dining, Mooo Char + Bar and Wung Nam Thai Water Palace and their scenic outlook is now better than ever.
The Waterfront - Caloundra’s Boardwalk is at the southern end of the Sunshine Coast, just over an hour’s drive north of Brisbane airport. There are also direct flights to the Sunshine Coast Airport from Sydney and Melbourne.
To find out more visit www.caloundratourism.com.au
The full-colour 28-page publication, produced by Caloundra Tourism, is a one-stop shop for anyone organising a meeting, conference or special event like a gala dinner.
The publication provides a comprehensive range of options for small to medium-size venues in hotels with meeting facilities and also unique venues such as sports centres, community halls and tourist attractions. Caloundra also boasts three major stand alone multi-purpose venues in The Events Centre, the Sunshine Coast Function Centre and the Caloundra Indoor Stadium. These facilities are each capable of hosting very large meetings, conferences and special events.
The Caloundra Meeting & Events Planner has an easy-to-use format that offers comparative information about meeting venues, facilities for functions and special events, dining out, team building activities and leisure options.
Conferences in Caloundra have a diverse range of add-on itinerary activities that include attractions such as the award-winning Australia Zoo, Aussie World theme park, Big Kart Track, Queensland Air Museum, and Underwater World.
Caloundra is at the southern end of the Sunshine Coast, just over an hour’s drive north of Brisbane airport. There are also direct flights to the Sunshine Coast Airport from Sydney and Melbourne.
Contact Caloundra Tourism for a free copy of the Caloundra Meeting Planner on (07) 5491 2500 or flick through an online version available at www.caloundratourism.com.au.
The special feature race day is a celebration of the 25th birthday of horse racing on the Sunshine Coast. Some of the country's finest thoroughbreds will be in action chasing a share of over $140,000 in prize money.
Twenty-five years ago the site of the Sunshine Coast Turf Club at Caloundra was a snake infested swamp owned by Mr Corbould that turned into a world class racing complex. The creation of Corbould Park is unique because most courses have been developed gradually from modest beginnings whereas the Corbould Park design engineers and architects started from scratch and produced a perfectly planned, fully functional and attractive new racing venue ready to see the first barrier rise. In recent time night lighting and state of the art stable facilities have been added. Trainers of very high regard now have some of their horses and teams based in Caloundra.
Visitors to the 25th Anniversary Cup Day can step up to a special luncheon in the Favourites function room with the best views of the finish line. Enjoy a 3 course lunch in style ($60 members, $70 non-members & $30 children). For all the kids attending the 25th Anniversary Cup, there will be free pony rides.
Entry to Corbould Park is $10 for adults, $5 for concession card holders and children under 18 free. Gates open at 10.30am.
Shorten the odds for a great short break with some unbeatable winter hot deals on accommodation right now at www.caloundratourism.com.au
Take the Caloundra Road turn-off from the Bruce Highway and follow the signs to the track.
The Prize has achieved national acclaim for its annual representation of contemporary Australian art with the winner receiving a $20,000 cash and residency prize.
The delightful holiday playground of Caloundra is also home to one of Queensland’s best regional art galleries that will exhibit the 40 finalists whittled down from over 400 entries.
Past winners include Shane Pickett, Tony Albert, Scott Redford and Peter Hudson. National art critic and writer John McDonald will judge the entries. The 2010 winner will be announced on August 26 at a gala opening event free for the general public to attend.
Caloundra Regional Art Gallery is located at 22 Omrah Ave, Caloundra, and is open 10am – 4pm from Wednesday to Sunday usually but for the period of the SCAP exhibition the Gallery is open every day. Admission is free. For further information about the exhibition visit www.scap.org.au.
Extend your stay and explore theSunshine Coast Gallery Trail that includes 22 galleries and studios spread along the pristine coastline and along the Blackall Range.
Stay by the beach or book a cosy bed and breakfast in the nearby hinterland.
There are direct flights from Sydney and Melbourne to the Sunshine Coast Airport or fly into Brisbane then hire a car or catch a bus transfer for the one-hour journey north to Caloundra.
For value packed accommodation specials visit www.caloundratourism.com.au.
The carnival is one of the region’s biggest social events of the year and combines all the thrill and excitement of high class thoroughbred horse racing with the chance to take a warm mid-year beach break.
Hosted by Sunshine Coast Turf Club at Corbould Park the carnival starts with a Breakfast with the Stars (Tuesday, June 29), and is followed by the barrier draws (Wednesday, June 30), a Calcutta Sportsman’s Luncheon (Friday, July 2) and then two fabulous days of racing over the weekend (3-4 July) that carries a total of $925,000 in prizemoney.
The chance to win a $2000 prize package to Melbourne Oaks at Flemington is up for grabs during the Fashions on the Field in the lead up to the Anmel Cherrypicker Hire Caloundra Cup on the afternoon of July 3.
Caloundra has fantastic accommodation not far from the Turf Club including the absolute waterfront resort La Promenade set amongst the lifestyle hub known as “The Waterfront - Caloundra’s Boardwalk”. Another centrally located choice is Centrepoint Holiday Apartments with cafes, shops, restaurants, boutique shopping, safe swimming beaches and a range of water sports just a stroll away.
Major attractions include the award-winning Australia Zoo, Aussie World family fun park, the Big Kart Track and Queensland Air Museum.
There are direct flights from Sydney and Melbourne to the Sunshine Coast Airport or fly into Brisbane then hire a car or use A1 Airport Transfers for the one-hour journey north to Caloundra.
For more on what to see and do during your stay visit www.caloundratourism.com.au.
Anmel Cherrypicker Hire Caloundra Cup Carnival admission and program information available at www.sctc.com.au.
