Noosa School Holiday Guide

Summer 2016

Coolum Twilight Markets

coolum.com.au

When Every Friday to 22 January, 4-8pm

Where Tickle Park, David Low Way, Coolum beachfront

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80 stalls with craft, clothing, jewellery, produce, children's entertainment, bubble blowing and more. Have a swim at Coolum in the afternoon, a picnic in the park or dine out at Coolum’s cafes and restaurants. Organised by Coolum Lioness Club.

Events, activities & attractionsStarry nights movies under the stars

starrynights.com.au

When Throughout holidays

Where Cooroy, Coolum

Details

Outdoor family movie nights under the stars this summer at various locations. Bring a picnic blanket or chair, and have a great family night out.

• How To Train Your Dragon 2, Fri 8 Jan, Cooroy Library Rooftop Flicks, 6.30pm

• Minions, Sat 9 Jan, Coolum Beach Flicks, Tickle Park, 6.30pm• E.T, Sat 23 Jan, Coolum Beach Flicks, Tickle Park, 6.30pm

Noosa Junction Twilight Markets

facebook.com/noosajunction

When Friday 22 January, 5-9pm

Where Arcadia Street, Noosa Junction

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Artisan stalls, food, music, bar and more at the family-friendly Noosa Junction Twilight Markets, (just over the hill from Hastings Street).

Fun at Aussie World Theme Park

P: 07 5494 5444 aussieworld.com.au

When Every day during school holidays, 9am-5pm

Where 73 Frizzo Road (off Bruce Highway), Palmview

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It’s rides unlimited at Aussie World with more than 30 rides and attractions in a safe, family-friendly environment. There are rides that will get you soaked, make you green and dizzy, there are simulators and slides, bumps and coasters! For the kids or the big kids at heart, there’s fun for all ages. Try Platypus Ponds Mini Golf, Ballroom Blitz, water ride Plunge, water play area Leak’n Logs, thrill ride Redback, Giant Slide, Wild Mouse Rollercoaster, Dodgems, Ferris Wheel, Bizzy Buggies, Swinging Ship, Octopus ride and more. Also plenty for the little kids. Australia Day at Aussie World has true blue Aussie competitions including the famous Dunny Races, Tug of War, Mullet Tossing plus great Aussie food, 4 hours of live entertainment and colourful theming. It’s the Sunshine Coast’s biggest Australia Day celebrations for 2016.

The Ginger Factory

P: 07 5447 8431 gingerfactory.com.au

When Open 7 days, 9am-5pm

Where 50 Pioneer Road, Yandina

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Discover all there is to taste, see and do with tours, rides, food and great shopping, set in beautiful sub-tropical gardens and walks.The 20th anniversary Ginger Flower and Food Festival from Fri 22 to Sun 24 Jan has local celebrity chefs including Matt Golinski, gardening experts, fabulous flowers, delicious food and entertainment. There’s a 3m high central floral display, cooking demonstrations and activities for children including an interactive workshop for budding young gardeners, a fun foodie session and birthday cake. Free entry.

Super heroes at Noosa Civic

noosacivic.com.au

When Daily from Mon 11 to Fri 22 Jan, 11am-2pm

WhereNoosa Civic Shopping Centre, Eenie Creek Rd, Noosaville

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Meet your favourite super heroes Spiderman, Hulk, Captain America, Thor, Iron Man and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in the Food Court. Also decorate your own super hero mask in the Craft Village, with workshops every day opposite Ella Bache.Become a super hero for the day at the face painting station supporting Kids with Cancer Foundation. For a coin donation, you can look like Spiderman, Captain America or your favourite Ninja Turtle. See Hulk on 11 and 18 Jam; Thor on 12 and 19 Jan; Captain America on 13 and 20 Jan; Iron Man on 14 and 21 Jan; Spiderman on 15 and 22 Jan; Donatello and Michelangelo on 16 Jan; Leonardo and Raphael on 17 Jan.

The animals are back at Noosa Fair

noosafairshopping.com.au

When 6, 8, 12, 14, 16 January, 10am-1pm

WhereNoosa Fair Shopping Centre, Lanyana Way, Noosa Junction

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The animals are back with free reptile shows on Mon 4, Wed 6 and Fri 8 January, 10am-1pm.There’s also a free Animal Farm on Tues 12, Thurs 14 and Sat 16 January, 10am-1pm

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Old Mother Hubbard pantomime

P: 07 5449 9343 noosaartstheatre.org.au

When2, 9, 16 January at 11am and 2pm; 3, 10, 17 January at 1pm and 4pm

Where Noosa Arts Theatre, 163 Weyba Road, Noosaville

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Kids will love the colour and fun of Old Mother Hubbard as she tries to save the local orphanage from Squire Farquhar, with the help of Polly, Fairy Floss and a cast of wonderful characters. Will Polly end up marrying a handsome Prince? Tickets $15 each.

School holiday art workshops

P: 07 5329 6145 noosa.qld.gov.au/whats-on-nrg

When Throughout school holidays

Where Noosa Regional Gallery, Pelican St, Tewantin

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Creative art workshops for young people, based on current exhibitions. Cost is $8pp – bookings and pre-payment essential. Felted Magic: Turn wool into felt and make your own creations. Wed 6 Jan, 5-8yrs 10.30am-noon; 9-12yrs 1.30-3pm. World in a Jar: Create and decorate your own miniature world, take it home and tell a story. Thurs 7 Jan, 5-8yrs 10.30am-noon. Retro-Terrarium: Create a miniature garden or forest enclosed in its own little world. Thurs 7 Jan, 9-12yrs 1.30-3pm. Cute/crazy clay critters: Clay workshop with artist Toni Bielby. Wed 13 Jan, 5-8yrs 10.30am-noon. Mini clay food pop sculptures: Clay workshop with artist Toni Bielby. Wed 13 Jan, 9-12yrs 1.30-3pm.

School holiday art workshops continued

P: 07 5329 6145 noosa.qld.gov.au/whats-on-nrg

When Throughout school holidays

Where Noosa Regional Gallery, Pelican St, Tewantin

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Morning Shadows: Explore the shadows around the gallery with artist Rosie Lloyd Giblett, then create unique ink drawings that transform into bird’s eye views. Thurs 14 Jan, 5-8yrs 10.30am-noon; 9-12yrs 1.30-3pm. Dawn to Dusk at Bimblebox: Gelatin printing workshop with artist Rosie Lloyd Giblett. Create a set of prints that can be used as gift cards or artworks. Thurs 14 Jan, 9-12yrs 1.30-3pm.

Free family art day

P: 07 5329 6145 noosa.qld.gov.au/whats-on-nrg

When Sunday 10 January 11am-2pm

Where Noosa Regional Gallery, Pelican St, Tewantin

Details

Free children’s art activities based on the current exhibitions, Squeeze and Paining with Light. No bookings required.

Jumpin’ at The J

P: 07 5329 6560 thej.com.au

When Thursday 14 January, 9am, 10am, 11am

Where The J, 60 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads

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A fun 1hr activity for 10-year-olds and under. The airconditioned auditorium is filled with bouncy castles, perfect for burning off energy. $12 each – under 3s are free (must be supervised by an adult). Café open. Bookings advised.

Kids Play Room

P: 07 5329 6550 noosa.qld.gov.au/nlc

When During school holidays

WhereNoosa Leisure Centre, Wallace Park, Wallace Drive, Noosaville

Details

Have fun in the icy-cool Kids Play Room, perfect for 1-5 year olds. The kids can swing, climb, bounce, jump and play from Monday to Friday, 8am-1pm. Adult supervision is required and bookings are recommended. Onside café and child-minding facilities for siblings.

Kids dine and play golf for free

P: 07 5440 3333 noosasprings.com.au

When During school holidays

WhereNoosa Springs Golf Resort and Spa, Noosa Springs Drive, Noosa Springs

Details

Children under 17yrs play golf for free all day when accompanied on-course by a paying adult. Enjoy a family meal at Relish and kids eat for free – one child (12 years and under) per dining adult. Offers valid for school holidays only.

Kids golf and tennis camps

P: 07 5440 3333 noosasprings.com.au

When During school holidays

WhereNoosa Springs Golf Resort and Spa, Noosa Springs Drive, Noosa Springs

Details

Children can join professional resort-run tennis and golf holiday camps. Tennis camps for 5-12yrs offer tuition in small groups 9am-noon, 18-22 Jan ($150). To book, phone 0414 494 645 or email tennis@noosasprings.com.au Shortees golf clinics for children 8-14yrs offer expert tuition, supervision and fun for absolute beginners to seasoned juniors wanting to improve all parts of their game, 7.30-8.30am week days, 4-8 Jan, 11-15 Jan, 18-22 Jan ($25/day or $110 full camp). To book, phone 0477 183 654 or email peter@heinigergolf.com.au

Youthsail school holiday program

P: 07 5440 7407 nyrc.com.au

When Throughout summer school holidays

WhereNoosa Yacht & Rowing Club, Gympie Terrace, Noosaville

Details

Learn to sail on the beautiful Noosa River with a range of Youthsail school holiday programs for varying ages. Classes are Monday-Friday, from 11 January, 10am-4pm with supervision by qualified Yachting Australia instructors and rescue/coach boat support. Lunch, afternoon snack, life jacket and boat usage included. Cost $75 per day.The Tackers program for 6-12-year-olds is 5 days, Monday-Friday, 4 hours each day with instruction, boat usage, Tackers Pack, certificate presentation and BBQ. Cost is $365 for the week, starting Monday 11 January (levels 1, 2 and 3).

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Country Fare at Eumundi Square

iloveeumundimarkets.com

When Every Friday 8.30am-2pm

Where Eumundi Square Markets, 1-8 Napier Rd, Eumundi

Details

The kids will love the baby animal farm at Eumundi Square Markets every Friday from 9am-noon where children get a hands-on experience. Come and enjoy a unique shopping experience with live music, over 80 boutique shops and indulge in morning tea while watching the weekly fashion parade at 11am. Markets also open Wed and Sat, 7.30am-2pm.

Summer Holiday Bike Camps

P: 07 5474 3322 bikeon.com.au

When 5-7 January and 19-21 January 2016

Where Throughout the Noosa Region

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Bike On runs bike camps for budding biking enthusiasts looking to improve their skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun! It’s a safe learning environment suitable for all riding ability levels (ages approx 5-15yrs) – 3 hours per day. Learn from professional and experienced staff, with a super fun ‘Gravity Day’ on day 3.

Noosa Tenpin Bowling and Laser Tag

P: 07 5449 8555 noosatenpin.com.au

When Open 9am-late every day.

Where 7/11 Bartlett Rd, Noosaville

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Fun for all ages in all weather, whether it’s raining or hot outside with 10 lanes of fully automatic bowling lanes, 500m2 laser tag arena, pool tables, arcade games, lounge and dining area, licensed bar and cafe.

Aqua Park Coolum

P: 0451 043 394 aquaparkcoolum.com.au

When 10am-4pm every day of school holidays.

Where 60 Junction Drive, Coolum

Details

Fun water play for kids and adults of all ages with slides, trampolines, balance beams, climbing walls and chill-out centres. Bring a picnic to enjoy under the shade structures or check out the new café and kiosk. $15 for 50 mins per person or $25 for two 50-min sessions – spectators free. Sessions start on the hour.

Networks Macadamia Factory

P: 07 5472 7777 nutworks.com.au

When Open daily 9am-5pm.

Where 37 Pioneer Road, Yandina

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Learn all about Australia's macadamia nut, view the factory in action, taste yummy products and take home a unique gift from the Sunshine Coast’s own macadamia processing and chocolate factory. There’s a new interactive, child-friendly factory viewing area with kids’ activities about Australian animals and nuts.

Summer Down Under at Australia Zoo

P: 07 5436 2000 australiazoo.com

When Open 7 days a week, 9am-5pm.

Where 1638 Steve Irwin Way, Landsborough

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Australia Zoo’s Summer Down Under these school holidays has live music in the Crocoseum where the Irwin family will feed the crocodiles. Bindi and the Jungle Girls perform on week days from 12 Jan, Ricki-Lee Coulter is on Sat 9 Jan, Taylor Henderson on Sat 16 and Sun 17, and Justice Crew on Sat 23 and Sun 24. On 25 Jan, the first 100 subscribers of Crikey! Magazine will have the chance to meet Terri, Bindi and Robert. Book a zoo tour, Segway adventure or African Safari!Australia Zoo is about 40 mins south of Noosa – book the Australia Zoo bus at the Noosa Visitor Information Centre on 1 3000 NOOSA (66672) – return transport (picking up from Noosaville, Noosa Sound, Noosa Heads and Noosa Junction) plus zoo entry is just $79 adult, $55 child, $65 concession – bookings essential.

Noosa 5 Cinemas

P: 07 5447 5130 noosacinemas.com.au

When Open 7 days a week.

Where 29 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Heads

Details

See the latest block buster and children’s holiday flicks, including 3D screenings.

Noosa Ferry and Noosa Marina

P: 07 5449 8442 noosaferry.com

When Every day

WhereNoosa Marina, Tewantin to Sheraton Jetty, Noosa Heads, via Noosaville

Details

Kids will love exploring Noosa’s waterways on board the Noosa Ferry with stops along the river at Tewantin, Noosaville and Noosa Heads. Tickets available on-board. Also sunset cruises Tuesday to Saturday (bookings essential).Eco Cruise Noosa is a fun way to explore Noosa’s nature and learn about the history, culture and wildlife, Tuesdays and Thursdays, bookings essential. Ticket includes all day FerryPass for same day use. Noosa Marina is home to restaurants, cafe, wine bar, fish and chips shop, gift shops, boutiques, beauty salon. The Marina Markets are every Sunday from 8am.

The Big Shell

P: 07 5447 1268

When Open Thursday to Monday, 10.30am-5pm.

Where 87 Gympie St, Tewantin

Details

Step through the 5m shell and explore the treasure trove of shells, surf collectibles, art, corals, homewares and more.

Oz Ski Resort

P: 0498 120 542 ozskiresort.com

When Open 7 days

Where 60 Junction Drive, Coolum

Details

Tuition for beginner to advanced level water skiers and wake boarders on a man-made, fresh water ski boat facility. Also tube and banana boat rides for the whole family. All equipment, boat, driver and coach provided for a fun day on the water.Casual visitors $55 per ski lesson, beginner lesson $65.

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Bellingham Maze

P: 07 5445 2979 bellmaze.com

When Open 7 days, 9.30am-4.30pm

Where 247 Tanawah Tourist Dve #25, Tanawah

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It's aMAZEing fun at Bellingham Maze with the new 80m x 80m hedge maze now open. There's also a timber maze, rope maze, tyre maze and brain-teasing ground mazes; 18-hole mini golf course; magic waterfall entrance; walk-through aviary and a cafe. All set in a lush tropical rainforest environment. Fun for all the family. Night mazes available by private booking and great vacation care specials. Come stretch your mind, stretch your legs and enjoy some outdoor brain teasing fun these holidays.

Top Shots Fun Park

P: 07 5452 7007 topshotsfunpark.com.au

WhenOpen 7 days a week, 9am-9pm (rides from 10am-8pm)

Where

2 Allora Drive (cnr Maroochydore Road & Allora Drive), Maroochydore

Details

Top Shots is one of the best family orientated attractions on the Sunshine Coast with two 18-hole mini golf courses, Blaster Boats (like dodgems on water with spray guns), Extreme Vertical trampoline, Indoor Rock Climbing Wall, Cannonball Blaster, Inflatable Blue Crush Waterslide and dozens of classic and new coin-operated video arcade games. All ages and skill levels are welcome with something for adult fun and kids fun. Free entry – rides additional cost. Fast food café on-site.

Big Kart Track

P: 07 5494 1613 bigkart.com.au

WhenOpen 7 days a week, Sun-Thurs 9am-5pm; Fri-Sat 9am-10pm.

Where 2310 Steve Irwin Way, Landsborough

Details

The Big Kart Track is the largest commercial go-kart track in Australia, 1.2km long and 8m wide with big sweeping bends, challenging chicanes, hair-raising hairpins and supercharged straights. It’s fun for all the family with 50 go-karts and a separate kids’ track.

Bli Bli Watersports Complex

P: 07 5448 7555 blibliwatersports.com.au

When 7 days a week, 10am-5pm

Where 367 David Low Way, Bli Bli

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Bli Bli Watersports Complex is a place for the whole family to enjoy with a Wake Park where you can learn to waterski, wakeboard or kneeboard. Or try tube riding or stand-up paddling at the Aqua Park where you can bounce around the equipment, or try your luck at the barramundi fishing park.

Underwater World SEA LIFE Mooloolaba

underwaterworld.com.au

When Open 7 days a week, 10am-5pm.

Where Parkyn Pde, Mooloolaba

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This summer discover the bright and vibrant underwater world of the Octonauts in an all-new experience at SEA LIFE Mooloolaba. Featuring beautiful aquatic animals in dynamic displays, 3D talking Octonauts crew members, activities and more, the Octonauts zone lets kids embark on a mission to explore, rescue and protect the wonderful creatures they have discovered. Talk to Captain Barnacles, help with Kwazii’s search for hidden treasure and watch Peso’s thrilling encounter with a Great White Shark. Ride in the Gup-E and learn about new animals on show. Meet Kwazii and come and say hi at the Noosa Visitor Information Centre on Hastings St. Noosa Heads on Fri 15 Jan from 10am!SEA LIFE Mooloolaba also has 16 themed zones, an 80m ocean tunnel, hands-on animal experiences and shows.

Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World

P: 07 5408 4110 malenybotanicgardens.com.au

WhenOpen 7 days, 9am-4.30pm, Aviary Tours several times daily

Where233 Maleny-Stanley River Road, cnr Mountain View Road, Maleny

Details

Visit this 14 acre wonderland of sculpted gardens with colourful plantings, waterfalls, lakes, picnic spots and magnificent views of the Glasshouse Mountains. The interactive Bird Encounter brings you up close and personal with colourful birds, from finches to macaws. The Miniature Animal Enclosure with alpaca, sheep, goats and more is a favourite with the whole family. Enjoy a scrumptious Devonshire tea in a gazebo overlooking the gardens or BYO picnic. Entry: Gardens and Aviary: $7 (3-15yrs), $26 (16yrs+), $59 (Family Day Pass admits 2 adults and 3 children). Gardens only: Children free, $16 (16yrs+).

Kids fun horse rides

P: 07 5481 1489 adventuretrails.com.au

When Throughout school holidays

Where Noosa hinterland and Mary Valley

Details

Kids Fun Days with Mary Valley Adventure Trails are a full day of fun with horses in the arena, including novelty events, games, prizes and sausage sizzle lunch, 8.30am-4.30pm. Cost $85 per person. Also guided horse riding tours through rainforest and farmland in the Noosa hinterland’s scenic Mary Valley - $120 for half-day ride.

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Fairytale Adventures

P: 07 5329 6560 thej,com.au

When Saturday 23 January, 2pm and 7pm

Where The J, 60 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads

Details

See 2 all-time favourite pantomimes with Cinderella Kids and Peter Pan Jr, presented by Sunshine Coast Youth Theatre. Tickets: $25 adult, $20 aged pensioner and child to Year 12.

APT8 Kids on Tour

P: 07 5329 6145 noosa.qld.gov.au/whats-on-nrg

When During school holidays

Where

Noosa Regional Gallery, Pelican St, Tewantin and Butter Factory Arts Centre, Maple St, Cooroy

Details

Free, self-directed art activities with APT8 (Asia Pacific Triennial) Kids on Tour. Children can experience and explore contemporary art from Australia, Asia and the Pacific through drawing, making and multi-media activities.At Noosa Regional Gallery 5-31 January 2016, 11am-2.30pm (closed Mondays).At Butter Factory Arts Centre 16-24 January 2016, 10am-3pm (closed Mondays).

Noosa Rodeo

noosapirates.leaguenet.com.au

WhenSaturday 9 January, 2016. Gates open 4pm, rodeo action from 6pm

WhereNoosa Pirates Rugby League Ground, Butler Street, Tewantin

Details

The annual Noosa Rodeo has plenty of bulls and broncs action for the family. The event is fully licensed (no BYO) and plenty of food will be available. Adult $20, child 12 years and under $5, family (2 adults and 2 children) $45. Bring a chair or some seating available.

Australia Day in Noosa

WhenTuesday 26 January 2016, 7am-2pm (entertainment from 10am)

WhereTewantin Noosa Lions Park, Gympie Tce, Noosaville

Details

Tewantin Noosa Lions Park alongside Noosa River has free Australia Day fun for everyone. Noosa Chorale will entertain over breakfast from 7am, followed by a citizenship ceremony. There’s live music from 10am with Harii Bandhu, The Custard Apples, Ryan Giles Band and Mick Lindsay.Enjoy market stalls, thong throwing, toilet roll toss, pony rides, hair art, face painting, jumping castle, merry-go-round, a roaming magician, balloon art and water activities including stand-up paddle boarding and sailing. Food available. All money raised goes to the Noosa Salvation Army.

Tewantin Splash Park

When Open every day

Where Noosa River foreshore, Doonella St, Tewantin

Details

The new-look splash park has reopened in time for summer with water sprays and fun for kids of all ages, overlooking Noosa River. There are picnic tables and a skate park nearby and it's next to Noosa Marina with fish and chips, cafes and restaurants. Catch the Noosa Ferry from stops at Noosa Heads and Noosaville to the Marina.

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