The official Plastic Free Coolum logo. IN A STEP towards making Coolum one of the most eco-friendly regions in Australia, what better place to launch an environmental initiative than on the deck of the Coolum Beach Surf Club with the…
In a show of strength, unity, and compassion, R U OK Day 2023 will feature an informal drop-in location in Coolum where people can sit down, have a chat and also have a slice of pizza all whilst shining a…
It’s not every day that a newsagency sells a Division 1 ticket, but a lucky customer is now 2.5 million dollars richer after purchasing a ticket at Coolum Beach News. The first-time win was cause for celebration with Carmel Parkinson…
Greg Clare and his prized possession and labour of love which he restored whilst his own mental health was not so good. Driving the restored mini which still shows signs of its colourful past helps bring joy to Greg’s life…
Councillor Maria Suarez, handler Tom Garrett, Biosecurity Technical Officer Rita Everitt and handler Agaba Hannington with Cooper and Hakka. Their actions have saved countless native wildlife and where they go, the cameras follow. Conservation dogs are back on the Sunshine…
PRAISE FOR HORIZON FEST Dear editor, I just wanted to express my heartfelt gratitude for the amazing chance to see ‘From Rations to Wages to Treaty’. It was an absolutely incredible, enchanting experience that I will always treasure. This performance…
Described as a cowboy motorcycle post-apocalyptic musical extravaganza, ‘Silence of the Jams’ redefines entertainment and storytelling. See this incredible stage show this Sunday at the Coolum Civic Centre. Photo: Contributed A UNIQUE event will be taking centre stage at the…
Zgrajewski Road at Yandina Creek before. MOTORISTS who regularly drive between Valdora and Doonan will now be travelling smoother and with less dust with 2 km of Zgrajewski Road at Yandina Creek improved from gravel to sealed bitumen thanks to…
The stunning Maroochy Wetlands Sanctuary at Bli Bli is gorgeous all year round but is best visited in the winter months when mozzie numbers are low. Photo: Contributed HOW DOES a stroll down an almost 1km elevated boardwalk through a…
Come outside and play! Vanessa Hall Ray Carson from Xperiences is Australia’s foremost adventure facilitator and via his business based at Twin Waters has a range of great activities on offer for anyone wanting to come outside and play. Photo:…