Maroochydore Things to Do

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For something different how about a bit of opera at the Sunshine Castle Bli Bli organized by Underground Opera.

The castle itself is open daily.

You need to check re the dates of the opera.

Bruce Edwards

Phone: +61 7 3389 0135
Mobile: 0429 536 472
Fax: +61 7 3389 0135
Email: info@undergroundopera.com.au

And PS ...have a look at this surprise at Cooran ...a hinterland town

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The Icon has moved along the road a piece ...now he is near the corner of Aerodrome Road and Maud Street...just up from the Adult shop!!!

Luckys Pizza is an institution on the Sunshine Coast. Though he makes a great pizza this is not a tip about food. This is a tip about sitting at tables on the footpath and watching the traffic go along Aerodrome Road just past where Horton Parade changes its name and becomes Aerodrome Road...so confusing)
This is a busy road and you see all sorts of cars..some old some new and some with features that are probably banned.
You will see push bikes and motor bikes...have not seen a horse in a while and I think (only think mind you ) that aeroplanes once landed here. When David wakes up I will check (had a hard day and night at the casino) and if I am wrong will amend the info.

I am sure all the traffic is minding the speed limit? but when you are sitting on the side line it seems they travel very fast indeed.
You can do a spot of people watching too. Oh you can BYO and enjoy the passing parade with a glass of something in your hand.
And if this is not enough there are the bright lights of the Sunshine Plaza .Blow now you cannot see the lights...they are too far away.

Oh he does" take aways "but the fun is being there. No need to book!

And see one of my photos. Did this plane land on Aerodrome Road.?????

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There is a cosy little tea shop in Cotton Tree main street. There is a couch ...we grabbed that...I love couches in coffee/tea shops.

All sorts of tea are available and something for a "sweet tooth" as well. But I like 'not so sweet' and they made the most delicious open sandwich for me.

Besides ordinary white tea, black tea with milk, you can savour proper White tea and Green tea. You can also try Oolong Tea, Chai Tea, Assam Tea, and now with new owners , a family from South Africa, there is delicious coffee as well

The shelves are decorated with teapots and tea cups and other interesting items. I bought a beautiful tea caddy to use for the "white tea" I keep at home.

After you enjoy your "cuppa" there are a few other shops you might like to explore.

I should have more photos but my camera is in trouble, my mobile (cell) jammed on 'photos', and my friends phone photos are difficult to transfer to mine.

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Buderim was once a little village where the Palmwoods tram ended its journey, where the early settlers made their home, where there were many farms , where the original Ginger factory was built and from where you could see what is now Maroochydore but with out the city lights. Of course from various vantage points you can look north, west, east, and south to this day.

The locals when asked where they live still say " ON Buderim " and some new comers think this is an affectation but it is not so. We live on a mountain. The school is named Buderim Mountain State School so it must be correct.Yes?
So drive your little car (the one I suggested you hire ) up from Mooloolaba or Maroochydore or find a bus and come visit us.

There are many little cafes open in the day where you can enjoy a snack or lunch. And you must look for Le Baroque. There are hairdressers...need a blow wave?...A number of dress shops all with different styles...so much better than the sameness of shopping centres. And men's ware and shoe shops and banks and teller machines and real estate agents if you decide to buy and make this your home. Oh I must not forget shoe repairs(opposite the tavern) and a dry cleaner all within walking distance of where you park. There is a post office too..I am a keen user of post offices while travelling to post home excess gear. Need a few groceries? All here.

Take your time to find the off road parking and make sure you find the one with no time limitations behind the NEW post office.

There are restaurants and places to dine (or just eat)in the evening .There is a Tavern as well.

Not to far away is the nice walk along the old tram track I mention in one of my"what to do " tips and there are other nature reserves as well eg "The Foote Sanctuary"

You are welcome.

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What fun you will have in this boat...and you might even see beautiful yachts....
You will explore the beautiful Maroochy River or try your hand at a spot of fishing. I must mention that you can only go upstream...not down further towards the mouth of the river.

Boats come in different sizes...the one in the photo is a party boat.

and you do not need a licence to drive this boat.

The wonderful Maroochy River is one of the Sunshine Coast's premier recreation areas - the Aboriginal word 'Maroochy' means 'Place of Black Swans' which features highly in Aboriginal legend.

Just look at the beautiful photos...courtesy of a friend.

Hours: Sun 8am-6pm; Mon-Sat 7am-6pm

You can buy your fishing needs at the shop.

It is a bit tricky as there is no special section for Sunshine Coast. Do I do all individual listings or put some under Queensland? So if you have enjoyed what I have written in Maroochydore you might care to explore my Queensland page where there is more information about things to do.

But this is not really a tip so please do not rate it.

If you can pull yourself away from the beautiful beaches and river you might shop

The main large shopping areas are The Sunshine Plaza and the Big Top. The Big Top is due for a massive upgrade so it will be interesting to see what changes this will bring.

The Sunshine Plaza ,of course, is a "mecca" for almost everyone with its variety of shops, movie theatres, eating places,Chinese massage , and even rides on the river in those paddle boat things.

By the way you can have a really good massage and both shops are run by the same person. My sister-in-law will vouch for that.

But for that little bit of difference look for Ocean Street/Duporth Avenue near the Big Top. There are shops such as Ladybird Lingerie, Rawkins Menswear (one of those old fashioned stores the men from the country just love) and an Organic Cafe and Warren Blee Chemist...good advice here especially if you need an ankle support or something of this nature.

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The Maroochy Bushland Botanic Gardens can be found near Maroochydore on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. It is situated in an area of 82 hectares and includes a lagoon, rocky gullies, palm filled valleys, bushland and rainforest. It is also home to a large variety frogs, reptiles and mammals. Many species of birds and butterflies can also be found here.

There are a number of themed gardens each of which has its sculptural treasures - and it is also home to the more formal Maroochy Bushland Sculpture Garden.

The gardens provide parking, picninc tables and amenities and are wheelchair friendly. An environment and information centre is being constructed at the moment.

The gardens are open from 7.00 am to 5.00 pm (April to October) and 7.00am to 6.00pm (November to March)