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November

As we age, maintaining mental agility, emotional wellbeing, and social engagement, becomes more vital than ever. Comlink is hosting a Healthy Ageing Forum at the Sunshine Coast Health Institute, Doherty Street, Birtinya, on Thursday the 20th of November from 9am to midday. The forum will feature speakers from UniSC, and the community, discussing how being involved in creative activities can help achieve this. To book visit Eventbrite.com.au.

Maleny Arts and Crafts Christmas Fair is back for another year with a huge range of local, hand-made items, including quilts, ceramics, woodwork, glass creations and paintings. It’s a great opportunity to buy unique Christmas gifts at great prices and support local artists. The Fair is on from 9AM Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd November at the Maleny Community Centre in Maple Street.

Headland Pacific Sports Club is holding a fun trivia night in Syd Lingard Drive, Buderim on Thursday the 20th of November at 6:30 pm. Cost is $10 per person for teams of 4, or individuals can join a team. Entry includes a sausage sizzle and prizes for the winners and runners up. For more information phone Paul on 0422 812 430 or email p.d.phillips363@gmail.com

The Maleny Arts and Crafts Christmas Fair is back for another year with a huge range of local, hand-made items, including quilts, ceramics, woodwork, glass creations and paintings.  It’s a great opportunity to buy unique Christmas gifts at great prices AND support local artists.  The Fair is on from 9AM, Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd November at the Maleny Community Centre in Maple Street.

The Buderim Palmwoods Heritage Tramway Association, invites you to the Old Post Office, Burnett Street, Buderim, on Friday the 21st of November at 9.30am, to witness the renovated Kraus Locomotive being elevated into position. This will be Stage 1 of the process, with the official opening due in early 2026. For further information visit their Facebook page.

The Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre invites you to celebrate a major exhibition, “Then and Now”, by local Ridgewood artist Clare Llewelyn, at the opening on Saturday the 22nd of November, from 4 to 6pm. There will be early works created during Clare’s stellar career in Sydney, as well as more recent works. Also, the Butter Factory Members will present an exciting new festive Christmas Sale Show in the upstairs gallery.

SingSpire Chorus is holding a Christmas Concert, in aid of Care Outreach, at the New Life Auditorium, McKenzie Road, Nambour, on Saturday the 22nd of November, commencing at 2pm. Special guest artist is Cindy Leigh Boske, with hosts, Marty Hunt and Darin Browne. Cost is $25 from Trybooking, or $30 at door, which include a delicious afternoon tea. For more information phone 0401 270 476 or 0416 611 684.

The first ever Maleny Farm Fest, will be held at the Maleny Showgrounds on Saturday, the 22nd of November from 9am to 4pm. Enjoy the Passport Quest, Youth Zone, food, expert talks, live demos, and a huge range of exhibits. Cheer on the Bush BBQ Challenge and Pallet Build-Off. Entry is Free.  For more information visit malenyshowsociety.org.au.

Sunshine Coast Art Group is holding a Christmas Art and Craft Market, on Saturday the 22nd of November from 8am to 1pm at 1 William Parker Place Buderim. Now is the time to stock up on Gifts, homewares, art, decorations and stocking fillers, all handmade with love by local artisans! There will be music, face painting, coffee and muffins!

The last Messy Church for the year at Caloundra Uniting Church, will be held on Saturday the 22nd of November, from 4.45 to 6.45pm, in the hall under the Church. Join in for a family fun way of worshipping, and enjoy early Christmas festivities including songs, a message, and fun activities, followed by a delicious dinner

Sunshine Coast Art Group is holding a Christmas Art and Craft Market, on Saturday the 22nd of November from 8am to 1pm at 1 William Parker Place Buderim. Now is the time to stock up on Gifts, homewares, art, decorations and stocking fillers, all handmade with love by local artisans! There will be music, face painting, coffee and muffins!

Caloundra District Indoor Bowls Association is holding a massive cent sale at 55 Burke Street, Golden Beach, on the 22nd of November, commencing at 8am. There will be over 300 prizes, whip-rounds, raffles and a lucky door prize.  Draws start at 10am. Entry is $5 per person. For more info contact Robyn on 0429 079 400.

The Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre invites you to celebrate a major exhibition, “Then and Now”, by local Ridgewood artist Clare Llewelyn, at the opening on Saturday the 22nd of November, from 4 to 6pm. There will be early works created during Clare’s stellar career in Sydney, as well as more recent works. Also, the Butter Factory Members will present an exciting new festive Christmas Sale Show in the upstairs gallery.

IRT Woodlands at 22 Lacebark Street, Meridan Plains, are holding a Christmas Artisans Market, on Saturday the 22nd of November, from 9am to midday. There will be 30 stalls, including home decor items, mosaics, jewellery, art, papercraft, cards, soft toys, plants and preserves. The coffee shop will be open for coffee, cake and lunches. A sausage sizzle and raffles will also be on offer.

The Mapleton Country Market will be holding a pre - Christmas event in the School Carpark, on Saturday the 22nd of November, from 8am to midday. Have your children and dog photographed with Santa, from 9am to 10am, and take the opportunity to purchase some affordable gifts from the 50 plus stalls. 

Those amazing miniature trains are running again ion Sunday the 23rd of November, in the Mini-Rail Park at 1 Florence Street, Nambour.  The trains will run from 10AM to half-past two.  Steam, petrol and battery-powered locomotives will haul the trains around a kilometre of track, and visitors are most welcome to come for a ride.  Enclosed shoes must be worn.  Donation fares to the Sunshine Coast Railway Modellers Society are just three dollars with discounts available.  Children four years and young ride free with a fare-paying adult.  There’s a sausage-sizzle, cold drinks and plenty of parking available.

Buderim Gardens are holding a Christmas themed Market, in their Community Centre, at 405 Mooloolaba Road, on Saturday the 23rd of November from 9am to midday.  35 plus, stalls will showcase handicrafts, plants, jewellery, art, unusual gift items, home baking, and much more.  There will be refreshments and a Sausage Sizzle. All raffle monies and stall fees will be donated to the SleepBus for the Homeless Project.

The Annual STEPS Autism Treehouse Christmas Party, will be held at Caloundra Sharks Junior Rugby League Club, on Sunday the 23rd of November, from 9am to 2pm. There’ll be rides, water slides, a rock-climbing wall, petting zoo, Santa, and lots more!  Everyone is welcome, especially families with young people living with autism and a disability. It’s all about having great fun in a supportive environment! Get your tickets from the STEPS website.

Buderim Men’s Shed is hosting a free Men’s Health Night, on Tuesday the 25th of November, from 6.30 to 9.00pm, at 38 Advance Road, Kuluin. Three expert presenters will cover prostate problems, adjusting to retirement and how to stave off age-related decay. Supper will be provided. Registration is required. To register visit trybooking.com Buderim Men’s Shed.

You are invited to join the Family of League for their Sunshine Coast Christmas Lunch, at the Maroochy RSL, on Friday the 28th of November, from 11.30am to 3.30pm. Special guests are Maroons legend Trevor Gillmeister, 2025 premiership winning Bronco Billy Walters, and Master of Ceremonies, Steve Rickets. Tickets are $160, which includes a 3 course lunch and a 4 hour drinks package. Tables of 10 are $1500. RSVP by the 19th of November. Enquiries and bookings to qldevents@familyofleague.org.au.

Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with the Caloundra Chorale, at their Christmas Concert at the CCTC Theatre, 3 Piringa Street, Wurtulla, from the 28th of November to the 7th of December, at evening and matinee performances. Join them for a heartwarming concert featuring beloved carols, some fun Christmas songs and uplifting performances, that capture the magic of the season. Bookings are essential. To book phone 0490 329 912 or online at trybooking.com.

The Maleny Players will present “Wyrd Sisters”, a wickedly funny twist on Shakespeare’s Macbeth, at the Maleny Playhouse, from the 29th of November to the 14th of December, at matinee and evening performances. Brought to life in Terry Pratchett’s fantastical Discworld, witches, kings, and a theatre troupe, collide in this spellbinding comedy. To book visit malenyplayers.com or the Maleny Visitor Information Centre.

The Caloundra Repair Café workshop will be open from 9am to midday, on the 29th of November, for the last time this year, at the Caloundra Community Centre, 58A Queen Street Caloundra. Take along small household items for assessment and possible repair. They will reopen on the 24th of January. For more information email caloundrarepaircafe@gmail.com call Dorothy on 0450 062 543 or see our Facebook page.

Rotary Club of Caloundra Pacific is presenting “Christmas in the Hangar”, at the Qld. Air Museum, Pathfinder Drive, Caloundra, on the 29th of November, commencing at 7pm. Entertainment will be provided by local jazz and blues group, Girl Friday. There will be raffle prizes, and food trucks and licensed bar on site. The event will be sponsored through a grant from the Sunshine Coast Council. Cost is $60. Proceeds will go to DV Safe Phone. To book visit trybooking.com/DFFAH

Buderim Christmas Fair will be held across Buderim Craft Cottage, War Memorial Hall and Library, from 10am to 2pm on the 28th and 8am to 2pm on the 29th of November. There will be a variety of stalls featuring locally made art and used books.

Woombye Community Library is holding its Big Balcony Book Sale, at the School of Arts Hall, Blackall Street, Woombye, on Saturday the 29th of November from 7.30am to midday. There will be tons of quality books at bargain prices to interest all ages.

Sunrise Beach Uniting Church is hosting a Christmas Trivia Night, at 6 Grasstree Court, on Saturday the 29th of November commencing at 7pm. Cost is $10. Proceeds will go to Uturn, Youth Christmas Appeal. Bookings are essential. To book phone Barbara on 0407 746 752

The next concert of the Australasian Country Music Association will be held at the Hall of Fame, Steggalls Road, Yandina, on the 30th of November, from 11am to 3pm. Guest artists will be Cowboy Rock, accompanied by talented local artists, backed by a great house band. Entry is only $10.

Are you looking for a special pre-Christmas treat? The Sunshine Coast Choral Society will present “Let Your Spirit Soar” — a concert filled with joy, gratitude and hope, at Stella Maris Primary School, Maroochydore, on Sunday the 30th of November, commencing at 2pm. Enjoy Vivaldi’s glorious Gloria, and uplifting songs, accompanied by a string ensemble.  Don’t miss this inspiring musical celebration! Tickets are available on trybooking.com or at the door.

December

Maroochy North Shore Lions are hosting a Christmas Themed Trivia Night, at the Community Centre, 701 David Low Way, Mudjimba, on Saturday the 6th of December, at 6.30 for a 7pm start. Cost is $15 per person for teams of 8. BYO nibbles and drinks. Dress up your team and your table. This will be a night of Christmas fun and laughter! To book a table phone 0408 345 343.

Montville Christmas Market, will be held on Saturday the 6th of December from 4.30 to 7.30pm at Montville Village Hall. This will be a sip and shop market, with face painting, kids’ art project, a family disco, and lots of food options.. There will be music performances throughout the afternoon, before Santa arrives at 6.15pm to sing with the Choir and greet the kids. Bring your chairs and enjoy the fun!

Maroochy North Shore Lions are hosting a Christmas Themed Trivia Night, at the Community Centre, 701 David Low Way, Mudjimba, on Saturday the 6th of December, at 6.30 for a 7pm start. Cost is $15 per person for teams of 8. BYO nibbles and drinks. Dress up your team and your table. This will be a night of Christmas fun and laughter! To book a table phone 0408 345 343.

The Maleny Lions Club is holding their Christmas Markets at the Maleny Pioneer Village, in Bryce Lane, on Saturday the 6th of December from 7am to midday. There will be lots of Stalls showcasing locally made products, food vans, music, and tours of the Pioneer Village. Go along and support the Community.

Graduate Women Qld, supporting women's education, are having their Christmas lunch at the Twin Waters Golf Club, on the 6th of December commencing at midday. A delicious 2 course lunch will be provided. Cost is $43. For more information visit graduatewomen.org.au

Caloundra Uniting Church Christmas Carols evening will be held at 56C Queen Street, Caloundra, on Sunday the 7th of December, commencing at 4.30pm. There will be a free sausage sizzle, games, puppets and face painting followed by Christmas Carols, and a short play telling the story of the birth of Christ.

 Noosa Coastal Uniting Church are hosting Carols for Kids, at 41 Poinciana Ave., Tewantin, on the 7th of December from 3.30 to 6pm. There will be a free animal farm, pony rides, and activities along with a sausage sizzle, followed by Carols Under The Stars at 5pm. 

 The Jazz and Blues Collective is hosting The Braben Jenner Hot Five, with guest vocalist Grace Rigby, for an afternoon of hot traditional and mainstream jazz, at the Millwell Road Community Centre, on Sunday the 7th of December, commencing at 1.30pm. The band will be playing the music of early to mid-20th century America, with plenty of inventive improvisation.  For more information visit the Jazz and Blues Collective Facebook page.

Lights on the Lake Festival will be held on Currimundi Lake, Crummunda Park, Wurtulla, on Sunday the 7th of December from 4 to 8pm. Decorate your canoe or kayak with lights for the water parade, and you could win a prize for the best decorated boat. There'll be four hours of live entertainment, childrens’ activities, food trucks, a kids disco and a stunning laser light show.

The Yandina Community Christmas Carols will be held on Sunday the 7th of December from 1pm at Yandina State School. Enjoy live music, school performances, kids activities, food trucks and Christmas markets. Santa will drop by with help from the Rural Fire Brigade, and fireworks will light up the night at 7pm. This is a free, family-friendly event. 

 The Cooroy Butter Factory’s annual Christmas Market will be held on Friday the 11th of December from 4 to 8pm. There will be stalls of artisan and handcrafted wares, a food truck, fairy floss, and plenty of art to explore. The Gallery, Pottery Studio and Artisan Store will be open - so go along and enjoy an out-of-hours browse through the Arts Centre. This is a free family-friendly event with a magical community feel. 

Beerwah Tower Green Markets will be held in the grounds of the Beerwah CWA Hall on Simpson Street, on Saturday the 13th of December from 3 to 7pm. There will be locally made, handcrafted gifts, and homemade treats for this Christmas, to bring the holiday spirit. Entry is free.

  Glasshouse Mountains Community Christmas Party will be held at 8 Coonowrin Rd., Glasshouse, on Saturday the 13th of December, commencing at 3pm. There will be stalls, fun activities for children and families, and the exciting annual “Decorate Your Wheels” competition for non-electric vehicles only. Santa will arrive on the Fire Truck and the Festivities will continue with Christmas Carols at 6:30pm.

 The Golden Beach Caloundra, Handmade Christmas Market, will be held at the Indoor Bowling Association, 55 Burke Street, on Saturday the 13th of December from 8am to 1pm. A variety of stallholders with a selection of different products will be there along with food and coffee. Outdoor and indoor, air-conditioned premises, with easy access and plenty of parking on site.

 The Sunshine Coast Jazz Club is pleased to announce that Galapagos Duck will again be flying into the Caloundra Power Boat Club, on Sunday the 14th of December. Doors open at midday for an afternoon of great jazz from 1 to 3.30pm. Book early as The Duck is always popular. To book phone Richard on 0427 782 960 for or visit  sunshinecoastjazzclub.net.au.

Buderim Community Carols, presented by the Buderim War Memorial Community Association (BWMCA) and Buderim Bendigo Community Bank, will be held on Sunday, the 14th of December, from 5.30pm, in the Buderim Village Park. Entry by donation with Candlelite and glow products and refreshments available for purchase. Bring your family and friends, chairs or picnic rugs and sing along!

You are invited to Get Festive at Buderim Bowls Club, on Sunday the 14th of December from 1 to 5pm. There’ll be live jazz, Christmas raffles and a visit from Santa. BYO lunch or grab something light from the kitchen. This will be loads of fun and relaxation for the whole family. RSVP at buderimbowls/whatson/ChristmasSessionAtTheBud

General Information

The Outback Christmas Present Drive is on again this year! Giving Kids Memories is dedicated to bringing joy each year, to an Outback community, by giving all kids in a town a Christmas present. There is always an enormous boost to morale in these communities when the bus load of presents arrives. All donations would be greatly appreciated by Thursday the 27th of November. If you would like to help please call Jeff on 0411 308 513.

Noosaville VIEW Club is a warm, welcoming women's group that meets twice a month at local venues. The second Thursday of the month is Friendship Day, where members get together to enjoy food and outings, and on the 4th Thursday, they meet at the Tewantin RSL to discuss the progress of the Smith Family's 14 Learning for Life students that the Club supports, followed by lunch and a guest speaker. For more information email viewnoosaville@gmail.com

The Kidney Support Network provide a transport service for dialysis patients to get to and from hospital for treatments, and service 6 hospitals across the Sunshine Coast. They are currently in urgent need of Volunteer Drivers. Vehicles are provided and are based in Currimundi and Maroochydore. For more information call Ann on 0410 749 074 or email sunshinecoastadmin@ksn.org.au

Community Refugee Sponsorship Australia supports everyday Australians to come together, and help refugees rebuild their lives with dignity, safety and belonging. From welcoming them at the airport, to helping with local orientation and being a friendly face to turn to, community sponsorship is all about connection, compassion and support. If you can help, they would love to hear from you. To learn more visit refugeesponsorship.org.au.

 Nambour Bowls Club is one of the oldest clubs in the Hinterland and they are in need of help! They suffered severe damage to their electrical equipment fridges, lights, and structural damage, in flood events in March. The club has great greens and old, but good, facilities, in need of repair. They would also welcome new members. If you can help in any way, they would love to hear from you. Please phone 0408 150 155 or visit the website nambour.bowls.com.au.

Christmas is almost upon us which means it’s time to purchase your Lions cakes and puddings! They are now available at various outlets in the Caloundra region. For a list of outlets visit Caloundra Lions Club Facebook Page or call Bill on 041 872 409.

Golf Programs Australia Incorporated is a registered charity which shares the love of golf with young people with a disability, by coaching them and encouraging them to play. They are holding a raffle with first the prize of a Prosimmon Heritage Package set of golf clubs, including free fitting. The raffle will be drawn on Christmas Eve. For tickets visit gpai.org.au or phone 5476 0365.

Caloundra Stamp Club meets at the Bellvista Meeting Place, Lomond Crescent, Bellvista, on the 4th Thursday of each month, at 12.30pm. Exchange books, browse the bargain table, and participate in a mini auction and raffle.  New members and visitors are welcome. For more information call Catherine on 0406 018 456.

The Friends of Maroochy Bushland Botanic Gardens in Tanawha are seeking to recruit Members to assist with a range of educational and social activities at the Gardens, and in the Community. If you are interested in the art and ecology of native plants and wildlife, and the magic of our local bushland, they would love you to join them. For further information visit their Website and Facebook page for events, opportunities and membership, or email friendsofmrbbg@gmail.com

The Maroochy North Shore Lions Club are seeking new members to join their fun loving club to participate in the many activities they are involved in to help the community. They meet at 6.30pm on the 4th Tuesday of each month, and also organise a variety of monthly social events. For more information phone Tricia on 0427 838 938.

The Buderim Local Ambulance Committee is seeking volunteers to spread CPR awareness in schools and local community organizations. You don’t need any medical knowledge or experience. With 80% of cardiac arrests happening at home, the first responder is often a loved one. If you want to help your community and maybe save a life, they would love to hear from you. For more information email buderimlac@gmail.com

Would you like to earn an easy one thousand dollars for your community group? Why not take advantage of the Buderim Rotary Bunnings BBQ Community Assist project? Just supply two workers for each of the two shifts, and Rotary will do the rest. For more information visit the Buderim Rotary website.

Do you have any spare time? Volunteering Sunshine Coast have been operating on the Coast for more than 20 years, helping Not for Profit Organisations to find volunteers. They currently have more than 60 positions  listed on their website. For further information visit volunteeringsc.org.au.

The Hinterland Music Club invites you to go Country at The Big Shed, Historical Village, Bryce Lane, Maleny on the second Saturday each month, except January, from 11am to 4pm. Walk up artists are welcome including beginners, please bring 5 chord charts. Admission is $7 or $5 for Members, Sausage sizzle lunch $3, and  bottomless tea/coffee, gold coin donation. For further information phone Barry 0427 659 687.

Have you ever sold a possession to finance gambling? After losing, have you felt you had to keep gambling to win back your losses? Problem gamblers who can’t stop by themselves can find strength to succeed through Gamblers Anonymous. Help is available. For more information on attending a local meeting, call 0467 655 799.