Sunshine Coast Locations

Noosa is a little piece of paradise: a cosmopolitan resort town packed with excellent restaurants, stylish shops, great fishing and beautiful surroundings in which to swim, dive, surf and walk. Hastings Street is the bustling boutique street of Noosa – the centre for.. read more

Sprawled across the Mooloolah River, Mooloolaba is famous for its excellent fishing, all-weather harbour and international-standard marinas. Sailing is a popular pastime here and the town is the fi nish point for two major bluewater sailing competitions.. read more

Alexandra Headland (or 'Alex' as it's known locally) is a quiet coastal spot south of Maroochydore and north of Mooloolaba. Despite its proximity to the Sunshine Coast's major attractions, the town has retained its relaxed, laid-back charm. Here you will.. read more

Caloundra marks the southern end of the Sunshine Coast, only an hour from Brisbane, and is famous for its many and varied beaches: sheltered swimming beaches, surf beaches and fishing beaches. It is an idyllic family destination with world-class beachside.. read more

Catapulted on to the elite tourism trail with the opening of the nearby golf resort, Coolum Beach has become a hideaway for the rich and famous. But a surge in high rise apartment development and resort accommodation has also broadened its appeal both.. read more

Cooroy started as a camp for timber workers in 1863. The railway came to Cooroy in 1891 and soon after the main street started to develop. The town relied on the sawmills and local dairies and was a prosperous town until the collapse of the dairy and.. read more

Every Saturday and Wednesday, come rain, hail or shine, the population of Eumundi explodes from 500 residents to several thousand as visitors flock to the markets. The Eumundi markets were established in 1979 and are situated in the heart of this historic town.. read more

Whilst at Forest Glen be sure to take a drive through Tanawha Tourist Drive, where you will find two great attractions. Be sure to visit Buderim Forest Park with it's beautiful rainforest, barbecue picnic facilities and forest boardwalk. read more

The Aboriginal dreaming story about these formations gives each of the mountains a name and character in a family, and tells a dramatic story of human relationships. Captain James Cook gave the area its unusual English name while sailing past, on his way up Australia's.. read more

Known as the 'Town that Saved Queensland', Gympie's proud heritage began in 1867 with the discovery of gold by prospector James Nash at the site now occupied by the Town Hall. At the time, Queensland was facing bankruptcy due to drought and the fall in wool prices.. read more

Kenilworth is the heart of the beautiful Mary Valley and was surveyed off Kenilworth Station in 1921. It still has the original 1920's ambience, with its tree lined main street that accommodates the area's main business houses. Kenilworth is a renowned.. read more

Landsborough, gateway to the Blackall Range and to the Mary Valley, is one of the historic townships of the Sunshine Coast. From 1868, it grew behind the wheels of Cobb and Co. coaches as they followed the tree line blazed by Tom Petrie to Gympie gold.. read more

There are a myriad of sightseeing opportunities in the range, including a panoramic view of the Glasshouse Mountains - so named by Captain Cook who was reminded, by the sun reflecting off the rockfaces, of the glasshouses back in his beloved Yorkshire.. read more

Buy fresh local fruit and vegetables from the side of the road and make sure you stop to dine at one of the many interesting and different restaurants and cafes which have opened in recent years. Nature, however, is the star attraction in these parts.. read more

Maroochydore lays claim to a variety of swimming and surfing beaches, calm, clean water and green stretches of waterside parklands that have made the town a popular holiday destination – especially for families. The town is also a commercial hub for.. read more

Montville was first settled in 1887 and is today known by some as the "Creative Heart of the Sunshine Coast". This charming village is home to a range of quality art galleries that exhibit, and sometimes produce, works of great interest to all art lovers.. read more

Noosaville is located on the Noosa River and is the departure point for cruises along the Noosa River System to Lake Cootharaba and the Everglades. All aquatic sports and hire facilities are available from catamarans to house boats, and a diverse range.. read more

Pomona is located about 25 minutes from Noosa, just beyond Cooroy. The drive is very pleasant and can be linked as part of a circuit to include Boreen Point on the return journey. There are many historical attractions along with some pleasant cafes. Distance.. read more

A short drive north from Rainbow is Inskip Point where there's a ferry to take you and your car across to Fraser Island. Rainbow was originally recorded as Black Beach by the miners who extracted valuable mineral sands from the beach. According to the.. read more

Yandina lies just to the north of Nambour, the centrally-located retail and service town for the central Sunshine Coast hinterland which is so rich in natural rainforest parks and reserves. Native animals such as kangaroos, koalas and wombats, which can often be elusive.. read more

However, locals say that there is more to Amamoor than first meets the eye. On the Mary Valley Highway, this tiny town is adjacent to Amamoor State Forest and Forest Reserve that protect precious forests that are home to more than 120 species of birds.. read more

Beerburrum marks the start of the area surrounding the Glass House Mountains National Park and the many lookouts and walking trails to enjoy. Distance from Brisbane (State Capital): 59 kilometres. read more

The Glass House Mountains, 16 ancient volcanic crags that emerge from the plains, are also just a few minutes away. Mt Beerwah is the name given to one of the eroded volcanic plugs. There are several walking tracks and some lookouts in the Glass House.. read more

Bli Bli means many swamp oak trees. While in Bli Bli be sure to take a cruise through the Maroochy Wet Lands Sanctuary, or walk the boardwalks through swamps and mangroves. Wheelchair access is provided via the boardwalk for part of the way. For those.. read more

A haven for sailing and boating enthusiasts, Boreen Point has holiday cottages, a general store, caravan parks and boat hire facilities. Boreen Point is the home of a sailing club, which stages major sailing and sailboarding events. Distance from Brisbane.. read more

Although the area's prosperity has been built on timber, sugar, citrus, coffee and bananas, the name of modern Buderim is synonymous with ginger, which is marketed directly in every conceivable form. You can taste the fruits of the good earth at the markets or many of.. read more

Just near where the Maleny-Kenilworth Road crosses the Mary River, Fritz Park offers the chance for a picnic and time to contemplate exactly why this little village is so special. Conondale is special because of much more than its connection with the river.. read more

Overlooking Cooran are the Cooran Tablelands and Mothar Mountain State Forest areas that have walking tracks and swimming holes. Take care, as access to these often requires a four-wheel drive. From the Cooran Tablelands Lookout, the scenic view along the Sunshine Coast.. read more

Flaxton is a tiny village where you will find lovely arts and crafts and excellent devonshire teas and lunches. Surrounding the many avocado orchards is a town of restaurants, guesthouses, art and craft galleries and private dwellings. It is an ideal place to picnic and.. read more

Golden Beach, winning the Sunshine Coast Clean Beach Challenge and Do The Right Thing litter prevention awards in 2008, highlight the community's respect for this tranquil environment that hugs the shores of the Pumicestone Passage. Here is just perfect.. read more

Imbil is the terminus for the weekly Sunday run from Gympie by the famous Mary Valley Rattler. The beautifully restored steam locomotive No 45 and its carriages maintain the steam tradition on a railway line originally surveyed in the 1880s. On the 80.. read more

Now hub of a working grain and cattle property, and a vineyard and cellar door, the house is surrounded by extensive gardens, which were designed in 1923. The beautiful gardens, which once provided a haven for family and community gatherings, is again.. read more

For the record, Kandanga is about a 20 minute drive from Gympie just off the Mary Valley Highway. Kandanga is one of a string of small towns or villages running through Sunshine Coast hinterland state forests south of Gympie. Although the hustle and bustle of yesteryear.. read more

There is a marina at the northern end of Kawana on the main canal. Pick up a cruise that will weave past waterfront homes and into the Mooloolah River past the Mooloolaba Yacht Club and to the river mouth. Kawana Shoppingworld is one of the largest shopping.. read more

Marcoola Beach is located just north of Maroochy River and boasts quiet uncrowded beaches, which are best suited for serious surfers and walkers. Marcoola Beach is a great escape to unwind for a quiet barbecue or picnic with it's open grassy parkland.. read more

You can grab a pint at the Ettamogah Pub, a restaurant and bar in an oddly proportioned cartoon like architectural building which is a popular focal point for photographs. The Ettamogah Pub is situated on the M1 at Palmview. Behind the Pub is a theme.. read more

Distance from Brisbane (State Capital): 100 Kilometres. read more

Complete with village green, art gallery, stained-glass studio and museum, Montville is just 10 kilometres from Palmwoods and is the south-eastern gateway to the Kondalilla National Park. The mountain park is graced with a cliff-top picnic area, swimming.. read more

In the centre of Peregian you'll find a friendly beachside village where you can enjoy the ambience and shade of the village square and experience the diverse range of shops, cafes and restaurants. Pick up local produce and crafts at the regular Peregian.. read more

Join the local cafe society – find a spot on a wide deck for breakfast, lunch, dinner or any time in between. Call in at a bakery, deli or general store for fresh local produce or a snack. Order a cool beer or a tall drink and settle into a comfy couch or perch on a.. read more

Historic Tewantin was originally a timber town and the river port for the Noosa area. In the late 1800s Tewantin was a small town prospering on the local gold, fishing and timber industries. For some great views of the Noosa River, relax and enjoy a picnic at Memorial.. read more

Although the general store is a modern building, the owner, George Soady, says there was once an older store on that site. Further down the road from the store is the original Witta School. The Witta School is now a community facility with toilets, shady.. read more

Woombye used to be called Cobb's Camp due to the fact that it was a staging post for the Cobb & Co coaches. The local pub celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2000, and is certainly worth a visit. It is home to luscious sub-tropical fruit - and popular.. read more