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Two ¿reworks shows: 8:30pm and midnight

Sunshine Coast Council supports

Kids Entertainment: • Nick Jr.’s PAW Patrol Ready for Action Show • Poppy and Branch from the DreamWorks movie Trolls • Nickelodeon Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

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Live Music • THIRSTY MERC • Cheap Fakes • Hoo8Hoo

Sunshine Coast Council is a major partner in bringing regional community carols events to our communities.

Nambour Community Carols Nambour Showgrounds, Nambour Friday 9 December 2016 4 - 8pm

Coolum Christmas in the Park

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Tickle Park, Coolum Beach

Caloundra NYE

Coolum NYE

4 – 9.45pm Kings Beach Amphitheatre and Lions Park, Kings Beach

5 – 9pm Tickle Park Coolum Beach

• Zootopia (PG) 7.15pm • Fireworks at 9.30pm

• Food stalls and sideshows • Fireworks 8pm

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Saturday 10 December 2016 From 7pm

Carols at Cotton Tree

Beerwah Sportsgrounds, Beerwah Saturday 17 December 2016 4.30 – 8.30pm

Carols on Kings Beach Kings Beach Amphitheatre, Kings Beach

Saturday 17 December 2016 4.30 – 8.30pm

Cotton Tree Esplanade, Cotton Tree Saturday 10 December 2016 4.30 – 8.30pm Visit council’s website or check out the My Christmas publication for more details.

Pet owners should ensure their pets are safe and secure during the fireworks displays.

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Glasshouse Country Community Carols

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A Christmas message from your Mayor

This is a very special time of the year for the Sunshine Coast. Our local numbers swell considerably as we welcome tens of thousands of international, national and Queensland visitors to celebrate our unique Sunshine Coast Christmas and New Year occasions.

Each year, our Sunshine Coast Council is proud to support a wide range of Christmas and New Year events which reflect the lifestyle, cultural values and diversity of our Coast community.

I’m delighted to announce that in the next few weeks you can look forward to another packed program of family-friendly events and activities that will help you to have some fun, be entertained and reflect on the year that’s gone and the 12 months to come.

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In 2016, we have welcomed the world to our best ever year of major events and we plan to go out with a bang.

Council is pleased to continue our partnership with My Weekly Preview to bring all the event information to you on the wide variety of Christmas and New Year celebrations taking place across our region.

To our residents, I encourage you to share the spirit of the season by catching up with your neighbours, making new friends and being a great ambassador for our visitors.

If you’re holidaying here, you’ve made a fantastic choice. Thanks for being part of our Christmas and New Year celebrations.

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Please stay safe over the holiday period, keep cool, look out for each other and have fun on our beautiful Sunshine Coast.

Cr Mark Jamieson Mayor

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Alexandra Headland, bunya pine tree north-side of Alexandra Headland Surf Life Saving Club, Alexandra Parade Buderim, jacaranda tree in front of Old Post Office near the Burnett Street roundabout Caloundra, fig tree at the roundabout, Bulcock and Minchinton streets Conondale, Boyle Park, Maleny-Kenilworth Road (next to pool) Coolum, David Low Way (west side) near Park Street Cotton Tree, Cotton Tree Park (west of swimming pool), Cotton Tree Esplanade

Eudlo, hoop pine in Town Park, Corlis Avenue (near skate park)

Mooloolaba, Norfolk pine between Beach Terrace and Mooloolaba Esplanade (southern end)

Glass House Mountains, Rotary Park, Reed Street and Bruce Parade

Mudjimba, Power Park, Mudjimba Esplanade

Kenilworth, swamp gum in Town Park, Elizabeth and Charles streets Maleny, Maple and Coral streets roundabout Mapleton, Memorial Park, corner Flaxton Drive and Obi Obi Road Marcoola, Norfolk pine at Felix Parry Park, Marcoola Esplanade Montville, fig tree at Village Green, Main Street (south of Memorial Close)

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COUNCIL’S COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS TREES…

Nambour, Town Square, corner Lowe and Queen streets Palmwoods, Albizia tree, Margaret Street Woombye, Blackall Street, north side (near Wakefield Street) Wurtulla, Crummunda Park, Coongarra Esplanade Yandina, War Memorial Park, Stevens and Railway streets.

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WHAT’S ON THIS CHRISTMAS Lights, trees, carols, Santa. This year the Coast lights up with lots of family-friendly Christmas events taking place across the region. While most events are free, look out for the $$ as tickets or entry fees may apply. Which ones will you be going to?

Maleny Arts and Crafts Christmas Fair, 9am–4pm Maleny Community Centre http://malenyartsandcrafts.blogspot. com.au/ The Christmas Fair offers a range of locally handmade, quality merchandise for sale. Great opportunity to pick up a unique piece from wood work and textile crafts to fine arts.

26 NOVEMBER North Shore Community Christmas Celebration, 10am–2pm North Shore Community Centre www.northshorecommunitycentre.org Free family fun day celebrating community connections and Christmas spirit. Santa arriving in a helicopter with lollies for everyone, market stalls, live entertainment, free face painting, jumping castles, wildlife show, Christmas arts and crafts, showcase of community and sporting groups and more.

Lantern making workshop, 9am–midday Woombye Early Learning Centre, 29 Blackall Street www.facebook.com/WoombyeCBA Kids can come along and make a lantern in preparation for the lantern parade being held in Woombye on 8 December.

Seaside Dusk Cinema Christmas Event, 5pm–8.30pm Glen Retreat Park, Merchants Parade, Town of Seaside Children’s games and sausage sizzle followed by an appearance by Santa and turning on the Christmas lights on the pavilion plus an outdoor movie (PG) showing from 7pm. Gold coin donation. $$ PIC: ALAIN BOUVIER

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2 DECEMBER Mooloolaba Rotary Club’s Annual Senior Christmas Party, 11.30am–2pm Lake Kawana Community Centre, Bokarina www.mooloolabarotary.org Senior citizens and people with disabilities will be treated to a VIP Christmas celebration. Guests are picked up from their homes and taken to the centre to enjoy a day of entertainment, a light lunch and gifts.

Bli Bli Community Carols, 4.30pm–8.30pm Bli Bli Primary School, School Road www.blibli.qld.au Community Christmas celebrations. A fun afternoon for the whole family filled with food, markets, carols, free rides and fireworks.

Mooloolah Valley Community Christmas Party, 5pm Mooloolah Community Centre, 43 Bray Road

www.mooloolahcommunitycentre.org The annual Christmas party for people residing within the 4553 postcode area.

Maroochy RSL HOT 91 Christmas Party, 7pm–11pm Maroochy RSL Events Centre, Memorial Avenue The Maroochy RSL Ties and Tinsel Christmas Gala is back and it’s bigger and better than ever. Celebrate with an all-inclusive package, food, drinks, live entertainment, the lot, just $90 per person, or $800 for a table of 10. Make it a workplace Christmas party to remember and book your table now. $$

Sunshine Coast Council has provided support to a number of events through sponsorship and its Community Grants program.

Look for the events with the stars

3 DECEMBER Woombye’s Christmas on The Field, 4.30pm–8pm Woombye Soccer Grounds, Palmwoods-Woombye Road Family fun-filled event with Santa, band, games and food.

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4 DECEMBER Christmas Concert, 2pm Kawana Community Hall www.sccb.org.au A Christmas Concert with carols by the Sunshine Coast Concert Band. Families with children encouraged to attend. $$ Lights on the Lake, 4pm–8pm Crummunda Park, Coongarra Esplanade, Wurtulla www.currimundicatchment.org.au/ lights-on-lake/ Community festival on the banks of Currimundi Lake. Music, supervised children’s activities, food, parade of decorated canoes and kayaks and laser light show. Fun for all the family.

Palmwoods Green Bush Christmas, 5pm–7pm Palmwoods State School, 111 Palmwoods-Montville Road A Christmas celebration for the whole family. Making crafts from recycled materials. Sausage sizzle and drinks available for purchase. Followed by a concert in the hall and carol sing-along by candlelight.

7 DECEMBER Sunshine Melodies, 11am–12.30pm The Events Centre, Caloundra, 20 Minchinton Street

www.theeventscentre.com.au Queensland’s own Mr Country Entertainer of the Year, John McSweeney, will be performing songs from his various CDs including his latest, Still Cruising. $$ Light the Lights, 6pm–7pm Mapleton Lilyponds Park, Delicia Road www.mapletonqueensland.com Mapleton Choir performs Christmas music. Santa arrives with gifts for children. Mapleton Lilyponds Park Christmas tree lights are turned on.

8 DECEMBER Light up Woombye and Lantern parade 5.30pm–7.30pm Woombye Community Gardens www.facebook.com/WoombyeCBA Join the Singspire Chorus for carolling, a sausage sizzle and a lantern procession to the Wooombye Christmas tree (Blackall Street) and switching on of the tree lights.

9 DECEMBER Nambour Community Carols, 4pm–8pm Nambour Showgrounds www.facebook.com/ nambourcommunitycarols/ Free community event with free rides, tea and coffee stall, market stalls, food stalls, animal farm, carols concert and fireworks.

Maleny Christmas Street Carnival, 6pm–10pm Maple Street, Maleny www.facebook.com/ MalenyChristmasFestival

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Montville Festive Lights Event, 5.30pm–7.45pm Montville Village Green, Main Street www.montvillecommerce.com.au Come along and welcome in the festive season with the All Stars Big Band. Visit Santa’s Workshop, enjoy the sausage sizzle, balloon art, face painting and Santa for all the kids.

An exciting Christmas Carnival event with dancing in the street, rides, great food, music and much more.

North Shore Carols in the Park, 6.30pm–8.15pm Power Park, Mudjimba www.riverlife.net.au Community carols in the park.

10 DECEMBER Third Annual Treehouse Kids Christmas Party, 9am–2pm Sunshine Coast Stadium, Nicklin Way, Bokarina thetreehouseinitiative.org.au/events/ We are raising funds to facilitate social skills programs for children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Only a $10 donation per family will see you enjoy a selection of rides, activities and entertainment. So grab your family and friends and join us for a fun day fundraising for The Treehouse Initiative. $$ Mooloolah Valley Four Seasons Summer Market, 9am–2pm Mooloolah Valley Community Centre, 43 Bray Road The perfect opportunity to start your

Christmas shopping. Market stalls will include a variety of unique, homemade and living gift ideas.

Carols at Cotton Tree, 4.30pm–8.30pm Cotton Tree Park, The Esplanade, Cotton Tree, www.carolsatcottontree.com.au Come and enjoy a wonderful Christmas celebration with entertainment, food and fun.

Bring a blanket or chair and join us for a night of great local talent, singing our much loved Christmas carols and a special visit from Santa.

The Pyjama Foundation Christmas Party, 2pm–5pm C3 Church, Kawana Waters, 3 Premier Circuit Warana www.thepyjamafoundation.com The Pyjama Foundation supports children in out-of-home care situations, such as foster care, kinship care and residential care with their literacy and numeracy skills. The children are supported by community My Christmas | December, 2016 7

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A traditional carols event with plenty of carol singing, guest artists and a visit from Santa.

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Market Day Pop-up Gallery, 9am–midday Felicity Park/Caloundra Regional Gallery https://gallery.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au Caloundra Regional Gallery will host a pop-up gallery space in Felicity Park on 11 and 18 December, enticing visitors to get creative with an activity inspired from the current exhibition.

Join in and unleash your inner creativity. $$ volunteers called Pyjama Angels. This is an annual Christmas Party for these children, their carers and the Pyjama Foundation Pyjama Angels.

Palmwoods Community Christmas Party, 3pm–8.30pm Palmwoods Memorial Hall, 1 Main Street www.palmwoodshall.org.au Christmas concert with carols and Santa, family movie, kids activities, food, wine and cheese.

Buderim Community Carols, 6.30pm–8.30pm Buderim Village Park, corner King and Church streets www.facebook.com/ buderimwarmemorialcommunity association An opportunity for the local community to get together in a beautiful park to celebrate the Christmas season with many opportunities to sing traditional carols with local talent leading the sing-along.

Santa will call in to delight the children and young at heart.

Eumundi Christmas Carols, 6.30pm–8.30pm Eumundi Amphitheatre, Memorial Drive A fabulous night of song and dance, comedy and thrills. Unexpected arrivals and a special entrance by Santa. Eumundi Rotary will supply food. Come along and have some fun.

Coolum Christmas in the Park, 7pm–9pm Tickle Park, Coolum Beach www.ccfchurch.org.au Family-friendly carols under the stars. Bring your blanket and your best singing voice.

11 DECEMBER Christmas in Alex, 4pm–8pm Buhk Park, Alexandra Parade www.alexandraheadland.qld.au Community gathering in the park to celebrate another great year in Alex.

Includes children’s rides, music in the park and fireworks finale.

Yandina Christmas Carols, 6pm–8pm Yandina Historic House, Pioneer Road www.yandina.org

15 DECEMBER Christmas Spectacular Peregian Springs 5pm–8pm Cnr of The Avenue and Ridgeview Drive www.anglicanchurchnoosa.org Food and market stalls, live music and entertainment with carols from 7pm.

16 DECEMBER It’s a Wrap, 7pm–9pm Caloundra Regional Gallery https://gallery.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au Celebrate the close of a great year of exhibitions and programs at the gallery. A great opportunity to indulge in a little retail therapy and buy the special people in your life unique gifts from the gallery shop. Meet the makers at the pop-up artisan stalls. Gift wrapping available for your purchases.

Live local musician Andrea Kirwin, cash bar and complimentary light snacks will be available.

Handel Messiah QLD Symphony Orchestra, 7.30pm The Events Centre, Caloundra www.theeventscentre.com.au

Centuries on, it is no wonder that the power of this work still draws audiences. Sparkling arias, magnificent choruses and the heavenly Hallelujah. Don’t miss your chance to experience one of the greatest musical masterpieces of all time as the Queensland Symphony Orchestra, the Australian Voices and local choirs perform Handel’s Messiah. $$

17 DECEMBER Carols on Kings, 4.30pm– 8.30pm Kings Beach Amphitheatre www.carolsonkingsbeach.com.au Come and enjoy a wonderful Christmas celebration with entertainment, food and fun.

Bring a blanket or chair and join us for a night of great local talent, singing our much loved Christmas carols and a special visit from Santa.

Glasshouse Country Community Carols, 4.30pm– 8.30pm Beerwah Sportsground, via Simpson Street glasshousecommunitycarols.com A great family-friendly event bringing the community together to celebrate Christmas Aussie style. Special guest artist Colin Buchanan performs this year along with sing-along carols accompanied by our own local talent and pre-show entertainment.

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Twin Waters Christmas Carols, 5.30pm–8.15pm Novotel Twin Waters Resort www.twra.net A fun-filled traditional Christmas carols followed by a great fireworks display on the Novotel Lagoon.

Christmas Tramfest, 5pm–9pm Howard Street, Nambour www.tramfestnambour.com This exciting Christmas event will include live music, dancing in the streets, free children’s rides and entertainment, food stalls, market stalls and of course the arrival of Santa with gifts for all the children.

Eumundi Drive-in Christmas screening, 5.30pm–9.30pm Eumundi Showgrounds – Black Stump Road www.starrynights.com.au A Christmas drive-in double feature of Elf (G) and National Lampoons Christmas Vacation (M) at the Eumundi Drive-in. Celebrate the festive season in true retro style. $$ Mooloolaba Christmas Boat Parade, 6.30pm–8.30pm The Wharf Mooloolaba, Parkyn Parade www.christmasboatparade.net The parade is fun for every age. A

spectacular parade of boats covered in lights cruising Mooloolah River and surrounding canals. The Parade departs from The Wharf, past Sir Charles Clarke Reserve, Minyama, up to Kawana and Bundilla, past La Balsa, past Fisherman’s car park and Penny Lane and back to The Wharf where the boats are judged for the Best Dressed Boat Competition.

18 DECEMBER Kawana Carols by the Beach, 3pm–7pm Kawana Waters Surf Lifesaving Club, 99 Pacific Boulevard, Buddina www.kawanasurfclub.com.au Carols and fun by the beach with entertainment, rides and stalls.

Christmas Carols, 5.30pm–7.30pm Ash Road Park, adjacent to Diddillibah Hall, Diddillibah Road Christmas Carols in the park, with a free sausage sizzle and a visit from Santa for the children.

Kawana Waters Uniting Church Street Carols, 6pm–8pm Surrounding streets of Kawana Waters Uniting Church, Bokarina www.kawanawatersuc.com.au A wonderful way to share the Christmas spirit. Join us in walking the streets of Bokarina to sing some beautiful Christmas carols.

Christmas Festival, 9am–9pm Suncoast Church – Nambour Connection Road, Woombye www.suncoast.org.au Rides, markets, animal farm, food stalls and Santa, carols from 6pm. Check website for full program.

20 DECEMBER Carols on the Village Green, 5pm Kawana Waters Uniting Church www.kawanawatersuc.com.au Everyone is welcome to the first Carols on the Village Green. There will be a sausage sizzle, children’s games and scavenger hunt, craft stall, children’s impromptu nativity play and of course, carols starting at 7pm to be enjoyed by all. This is a family-focused church and everyone is welcomed to share in this special time of year.

21 DECEMBER Carols on the Green, 5pm–9pm The Montville Village Green, Balmoral Road

www.montvillevillageassociation.com.au Choir, carols, children decorating Christmas tree, Christmas messages.

23 DECEMBER Christmas Wonderland, 6pm–9pm Aussie World, 73 Frizzo Road, Palmview www.aussieworld.com.au Enjoy Aussie World’s rides by night as well as all the Christmas cheer under the stars. Visit Santa’s Village where you can meet Santa, the elves and so much more. Check website for prices. $$

24 DECEMBER Kenilworth Community Christmas Eve Event, 4.30pm–9pm Kenilworth Hall and Showgrounds, 7 Maleny-Kenilworth Road www.facebook.com/ KenilworthChristmasEve A free all ages community event celebrating the magic of Christmas.

Christmas Eve Banquet, 6pm–10pm The Surf Club Mooloolaba Adults $95, children aged five to 12 $50, children under four free.

The Christmas Eve dinner is a selection of your favourite succulent seafood including Mooloolaba king prawns, Moreton Bay bugs, oysters, and smoked salmon in an all you can eat buffet, followed by a delicious dessert buffet. Watch the fireworks burst over the ocean and to top it all off, Santa will be making a VIP appearance before heading back to the North Pole.

Santa Comes to Mooloolaba, 5pm Mooloolaba Beach www.thesurfclub.com.au Before Santa embarks on his annual

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journey around the world he will stop in at Mooloolaba Beach to visit all the good boys and girls of the Sunshine Coast. Santa will be arriving by boat on Christmas Eve to take some last minute present orders. Join him in front of The Surf Club between 5pm and 5.30pm to say hello to everyone before Christmas.

Families are welcome to come down to meet Santa, and he will bring lollies to hand out to all the children. There will be a fantastic fireworks display at 8pm on in front of The Surf Club Mooloolaba. Grab the best seat in the house on the deck to watch the show.

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THROUGHOUT DECEMBER 16–24 DECEMBER Sunshine Coast Christmas Lights Lifepointe Baptist Church, 186 Wises Road www.sunshinecoastchristmaslights.com.au Free community Christmas event.

Show times 7pm and 8pm nightly, along with an animal farm, kids area, markets, food court and more.

17-24 DECEMBER Maleny Christmas Tree Festival Uniting Church Maleny, 1290 Landsborough/Maleny Road www.malenyuniting.com.au A display of creative and inspiring trees. The theme is Christmas Around

the World. The display features trees decorated and contributed to by community groups from across the hinterland region. Entry is by gold coin donation and all funds go to the Maleny Hospital Auxiliary.

December 17, 10am–8pm December 18, midday–4pm December 19 to 23, 2pm–8pm December 24, 10am–7pm, then Christmas Eve service. Other times by prior appointment. Bus groups welcome. Phone 0409 268 665. $$ Eumundi Night Markets 5pm–9pm, every Friday (except 30 December) Eumundi Markets, Memorial Drive www.eumundimarkets.com.au Join us for retail therapy under the stars. Santa will arrive by fire truck each evening, there will be food from all corners of the globe, live music, street performers and free outdoor movies.

Coolum Twilight Markets 4pm–8pm, every Friday Tickle Park, Coolum Beach www.coolum.com.au A vibrant market on the beachfront with about 60 stalls held every Friday for nine weeks over Christmas/New Year starting 25 November.

Bulcock Beach Twilight Markets 5pm–9pm, every Friday Bulcock Beach Esplanade www.caloundrastreetfair.com.au The place to be on Friday nights in school holiday season. This family-friendly market is on the waterfront at Bulcock Beach. It’s the place to be to enjoy live music, delicious food, unique arts and crafts and more.

Enjoy a great night out at the Twilight Markets in Caloundra. Shops and restaurants on the Esplanade will be open for late night trading on the market nights.

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MNC Community Christmas Breakfast, 8am–11am Maleny Neighbourhood Centre, 17 Bicentenary Lane www.malenync.org.au This is a free breakfast and all are welcome.

Caloundra Street Fair 8am-1pm, every Sunday Bulcock Street, Caloundra www.caloundrastreetfair.com.au Immerse yourself in the best street market on the Sunshine Coast featuring more than 200 unique stalls. There is something for the whole family with activities for kids, handcrafted locally made products and art, live entertainment and street theatre. Enjoy fresh local food and flowers, fresh juices, tasty breakfasts, coffee, lunch and delicious sweet treats. Set under the beautiful canopy of the tree-lined main street surrounded by cafes, boutiques and speciality shops and only two blocks from beautiful Bulcock Beach, the Caloundra Street Fair is a must-do event attracting Sunshine Coast locals and visitors.

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NEW YEAR’S EVE Enjoy the fantastic NYE celebrations but remember to please stay safe, look out for each other and above all, have fun.

NYE – Mooloolaba, 4pm–midnight The Esplanade Mooloolaba www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au Gates open at 4pm with free family activities, roving entertainment, face painting and food stalls. There will be live music on the main stage from Thirsty Merc, Cheap Fakes and Hoo8Hoo, energetic DJ sets on the beach stage and spectacular fireworks displays at 8.30pm and midnight. This event is a safe, secure, fully fenced, alcohol and glass free zone. Presented by Sunshine Coast Council.

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NYE – Caloundra, 4pm–9.30pm Kings Beach Amphitheatre and Lions Park www.cesc.com.au Bring the family to New Year’s Eve at Kings Beach Caloundra – a fantastic family affair. Children’s rides, food stalls, fireworks, music, dance, face painting and heaps of fun things to do. Movie – Zootopia (PG) screens from 7.15pm and fireworks at 9.30pm. Presented by Creative Events Incorporated and supported by Sunshine Coast Council.

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NYE – Coolum, 5pm–9pm Tickle Park, Coolum Beach www.coolum.com.au New Year’s Eve in Coolum will be huge, with rides, sausage sizzle, popcorn, fairy floss and more, so bring the whole family along and enjoy a fantastic fireworks display at 8pm. Presented by the Lions Club of Coolum and supported by Sunshine Coast Council.

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CAROLS

CHRISTMAS CAROLS There’s nothing like singing Christmas carols to get you into the spirit of the season. Here are some of our favourites for those carol nights on the Coast.

LITTLE DRUMMER BOY Come they told me, pa rum pum pum pum A new born King to see, pa rum pum pum pum Our finest gifts we bring, pa rum pum pum pum To lay before the King, pa rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum, So to honour Him, pa rum pum pum pum, When we come.

Little Baby, pa rum pum pum pum I am a poor boy too, pa rum pum pum pum I have no gift to bring, pa rum pum pum pum That’s fit to give the King, pa rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum, Shall I play for you, pa rum pum pum pum, On my drum?

Mary nodded, pa rum pum pum pum The ox and lamb kept time, pa rum pum pum pum I played my drum for Him, pa rum pum pum pum I played my best for Him, pa rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum, Then He smiled at me, pa rum pum pum pum Me and my drum.

SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN You better watch out You better not cry Better not pout I’m telling you why Santa Claus is coming to town.

He’s making a list And checking it twice; He’s gonna find out Who’s naughty or nice Santa Claus is coming to town.

He sees you when you’re sleeping He knows when you’re awake He knows if you’ve been bad or good So be good for goodness sake.

You better watch out You better not cry You better not pout I’m telling you why Santa Claus is coming to town.

He sees you when you’re sleeping He knows when you’re awake He knows if you’ve been bad or good So be good for everyone.

DECK THE HALLS Deck the halls with boughs of holly, Fa la la la la la la la la ‘Tis the season to be jolly, Fa la la la la la la la la Don we now our gay apparel, Fa la la la la la la la la Troll the ancient Yuletide carol, Fa la la la la la la la la.

See the blazing yule before us Fa la la la la la la la la Strike the harp and join the chorus Fa la la la la la la la la Follow me in merry measure Fa la la la la la la la la While I tell a Yule-tide treasure Fa la la la la la la la la Fast away the old year passes, Fa la la la la la la la la Hail the new, ye lads and lasses, Fa la la la la la la la la Sing we joyous all together, Fa la la la la la la la la Heedless of the wind and weather, Fa la la la la la la la la.

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CAROLS RUDOLPH THE RED NOSED REINDEER

AWAY IN A MANGER

Rudolph the red nosed reindeer, had a very shiny nose, and if you ever saw it, you would even say it glowed.

Away in a manger, no crib for a bed, the little Lord Jesus laid down his sweet head, The stars in the bright sky looked down where he lay, the little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay.

All of the other reindeer, used to laugh and call him names.

They never let poor Rudolph, join in any reindeer games.

Then one foggy Christmas Eve, Santa came to say: “Rudolph with your nose so bright, won’t you guide my sleigh tonight?”

The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes, but little Lord Jesus no crying he makes.

I love you, Lord Jesus; look down from the sky, and stay by my side until morning is nigh.

Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask you to stay close by me forever, and love me, I pray.

Bless all the dear children in your tender care, and take us to heaven, to live with you there.

Then all the reindeer loved him, as they shouted out with glee: “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, you’ll go down in history.”

JINGLE BELLS Dashing through the snow In a one-horse open sleigh Through the fields we go Laughing all the way.

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JOY TO THE WORLD! Joy to the world! The Lord is come: let earth receive her King!

Let every heart prepare him room, and heaven and nature sing.

Joy to the earth! the Saviour reigns: let men their songs employ, while fields and floods, rocks, hills and plains repeat the sounding joy.

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No more let sins and sorrows grow, nor thorns infest the ground: he comes to make his blessings flow far as the curse is found.

He rules the earth with truth and grace, and makes the nations prove the glories of his righteousness and wonders of his love.

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OH CHRISTMAS TREE Oh Christmas tree, Oh Christmas tree Thy leaves are so unchanging, Oh Christmas tree, Oh Christmas tree, Thy leaves are so unchanging.

Not only green when summer’s here, But also when it’s cold and drear.

Oh Christmas tree, Oh Christmas tree, Thy leaves are so unchanging.

Oh Christmas tree, Oh Christmas tree, Such pleasure do you bring me.

Oh Christmas tree, Oh Christmas tree, Such pleasure do you bring me.

For every year this Christmas tree, Brings to us such joy and glee.

Oh Christmas tree, Oh Christmas tree, Such pleasure do you bring me.

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CAROLS WE WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS

SILENT NIGHT

O COME, ALL YE FAITHFUL

We wish you a Merry Christmas; We wish you a Merry Christmas; We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Good tidings we bring to you and your kin; Good tidings for Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Silent night! Holy night!

All is calm, all is bright round yon virgin mother and child, Holy infant so tender and mild, Sleep in Heavenly peace.

Sleep in Heavenly peace.

O come, all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant, O come ye, O come ye to Bethlehem; come and behold him, born the King of angels; O come, let us adore him, Christ the Lord.

Oh, bring us a figgy pudding; Oh, bring us a figgy pudding; Oh, bring us a figgy pudding and a cup of good cheer.

We won’t go until we get some; We won’t go until we get some; We won’t go until we get some, so bring some right here.

Silent night. Holy night.

Shepherds quake at the sight; glories stream from Heaven afar, Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia, Christ, the Saviour, is born.

Christ, the Saviour, is born.

We wish you a Merry Christmas; We wish you a Merry Christmas; We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Silent night. Holy night.

Son of God, Love’s pure light radiant beams from Thy Holy face, with the dawn of redeeming grace, Jesus, Lord at Thy birth, Jesus, Lord at Thy birth.

God of God, light of light, lo, he abhors not the virgin’s womb; very God, begotten not created: O come, let us adore him, Christ the Lord.

Sing, choirs of angels, sing in exultation, sing, all ye citizens of heaven above; glory to God in the highest: O come, let us adore him, Christ the Lord.

See how the shepherds summoned to his cradle, leaving their flocks, draw nigh with lowly fear; we too will thither hend our joyful footsteps; O come, let us adore him, Christ the Lord.

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HOLIDAY FUN GUIDE There are plenty of fun activities to do and attractions to visit with the kids this summer.

Check out what’s happening on the Coast these holidays.

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Mister Maker & The Shapes is a brilliant, fun, fast paced and interactive show everyone will enjoy these summer school holidays.

Bring the whole family to join the ultimate arts and craft hero for some arty adventures.

There will be a big ‘make’ to take part in, super songs and dances. The show is on January 17 at 11am and 1.30pm. Tickets are $32.54 and can be pre-purchased online.

114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina. scvenuesandevents.com.au/lakekawana-community-centre

Head to Caloundra between December 10 and 23 to visit Santa’s workshop.

Bring the kids (and the family pets) downtown for a free photo with Santa every day from 11am-2pm.

Experience all the magic of Christmas, as Santa’s workshop comes to life with face painting, balloons, lolly bags and activities for the kids, plus free gift wrapping and more.

In addition, the summer season of the Twilight Markets runs through December and January at Bulcock Beach. There are more than 150 stalls including street food, gourmet sweets,

handmade artisan crafts, fashion, jewellery, live music and street performers.

A special visitor will be dropping by on December 16 and 23, so be sure to bring the kids along and don’t forget your camera.

The markets are on Fridays from December 2 through to January 20.

Bulcock Street and Bulcock Beach, Caloundra. shopcaloundra.com.au/

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HOLIDAY FUN GUIDE the road with their award winning show 6D, a sketch comedy show all about the movies.

Expect haunted backpacks, ninja nans, toilet paper guns and an actual movie made at every performance on a helmet-mounted GoPro. Matt Kelly and Richard Higgins are The Listies. They create an interactive atmosphere to tell stories set in the world of kids and forgo the usual tropes of fairy tales and book adaptations, in favour of parodying pop culture, celebrity, parents, computer games and text speak.

The show is jam-packed full of all the things kids love. It’s on January 19 at 10am. Early bird tickets cost $16 and are available online until December 23.

114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina. scvenuesandevents.com.au/lakekawana-community-centre

BIG TOP SHOPPING CENTRE December marks the beginning of a fun and festive month filled with great food, loving family & friends and presents.

However you choose to celebrate the festive season, Big Top Shopping Centre want you to have the best Christmas ever so, once again, they are randomly giving away more than $15,000 in gifts to their shoppers. There is also free fun for the kids in the Christmas Craft Village and roving entertainment.

12-20 Ocean Street, Maroochydore. bigtopmarketfresh.com.au

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13-17 and December 20-24, kids can hear Santa read stories in the garden gazebo from 9.30am. After taking a quick break to feed the reindeers, Santa will then be available for photos from 10am to 1.30pm in his winter wonderland. Don’t forget to bring your

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HOLIDAY FUN GUIDE train, or take a ride on Overboard with the gingerbread man and set out on an exciting water voyage right around the world.

50 Pioneer Road, Yandina. gingerfactory.com.au

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Santa Claus will be reading stories at the Ginger Factory purchase from the ice creamery.

Holiday fun doesn’t have to stop with Santa this December. The family can make a whole day of it at the Ginger Factory with fun rides, tours and plenty to explore.

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Consider a visit to the Queensland Air Museum in Caloundra. It is open to the public every day from 10am–4pm, except on Christmas.

Wander through the historic aircraft on display. There will be an Engines Alive day on January 7. Visitors will be able to experience all the museum has on offer in a carnival atmosphere.

Hear and see restored aircraft engines running at intervals

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throughout the day. There will be World War II jeep rides, a jumping castle for the kids and a barbecue.

Then, on January 26, the museum is hosting its Wings Over Wheels day.

There will be 200 hot rod vehicles on display.

Pathfinder Drive, Caloundra. qam.com.au

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Experience what it was like to fly into the famous Kai Tak airport in Hong Kong or simply do some take off and landings at an airport of your choice.

Using state of the art HD graphics and computers, SunJet Simulations will make you feel like you are experiencing the real thing.

There are also vouchers available for purchase.

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C3 CHURCH KAWANA WATERS Join in the fun and celebrations at the church’s two Christmas carols events.

The first will be on December 9 from 7pm and will be followed by a raving foam party in the carpark.

As a bonus, the café will be open with yummy treats and injectable donuts for sale.

The second event is on December 11 and will start with a carpark party at 4.30pm, featuring Frozen’s Elsa and Olaf, a petting zoo, kids’ rides, food vans, café and a visit from Santa. The carols service will follow at 6pm.

TV personality Jamie Malcolm will be sharing his funny and inspiring story at both carols events.

Wondering how to entertain your teenagers after Christmas?

Send them to the C3 Youth Summer Camp at Bribie Island. Held from January 18 to 20, the camp is for all students who will be in the school levels of Years six to 12 in 2017.

They will have heaps of fun, enjoy the beach, hang out with new friends, and hear inspiring talks from youth speakers. Register online.

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The Listies will be at Lake Kawana Community Centre in January Fifty minute sessions are available for $15 and 100 minute sessions are available for $25 per person.

Ocean Drive, Twin Waters. novoteltwinwatersresort.com.au

SEA LIFE MOOLOOLABA Meet the ancient ocean creatures that outlived the dinosaurs when the

fascinating and interactive Jurassic Seas experience arrives at SEA LIFE Mooloolaba on December 8.

Dive deep into the prehistoric past and discover the origins of life through the weird and wonderful living fossils lurking in the exhibition’s Jurassic-themed tanks.

Learn about evolution as you encounter mysterious marine creatures such as the fascinating nautilus, dragon-like mudskippers and the clever chameleons of the sea, cuttlefish.

Check out the giant crayfish crawling within the creepy Skull Tank, then head to the nursery at Flipper Rock with its adorable baby epaulette sharks, infant lionfish and leopard shark eggs.

Adding to the prehistoric experience, Jurassic Seas will also bring

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the ocean’s most terrifying dinosaurs back to life with the extraordinary use of cutting-edge digital technology.

Visitors will have a once-in-alifetime opportunity to feed the digital Plesiosaurus, marvel at the giant teeth of the Megalodon and test their bravery in the face of an angry Liopleurodon.

Jurassic Seas will educate guests about the evolution of some of the most mysterious sea creatures that ever lived while highlighting important conservation issues surrounding ancient marine life.

The kids also can join the Ocean Ranger Program – January 4, 6, 11, 13, 18 and 20 – where they can feed, touch and meet some of SEA LIFE Mooloolaba’s amazing marine creatures with behind-the-scenes tours, animal encounters, animal feeding and lunch included in full or half-day programs.

Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba. sealifemooloolaba.com.au

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Bulcock Esplanade will come alive on Fridays with markets arkets Christmas Eve. Visiting Santa is free and photos are available for purchase. Santa will be located outside Myer.

People can also help bring a smile to a disadvantaged child’s face this Christmas by supporting The Smith Family Toy and Book Appeal.

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Don’t miss Mr Maker & The Shapes at LKCC On December 23, Aussie World will be transformed into a Christmas Wonderland for what is being called the best family Christmas event on the Sunshine Coast.

For just $25 visitors can enjoy all of the theme park’s rides by night and all of the wonderful Christmas cheer under the stars.

Visit Santa’s village where you can meet the big man himself, and his helpers. You will also have the opportunity to watch The Frosty and Gingerbread Man Show, meet the Aussie Kids and visit the Night Before Christmas House.

There’s also snow, giant presents and a beautiful nativity scene.

The fun starts at 6pm as you wander through Santa’s village, enjoy rides, attractions and festive fun including roving carollers, Christmas entertainers and more.

Families are being urged not to miss this great Christmas event where there will be plenty of fun and entertainment on offer.

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Ficus Lyrata 250mL pot $49.95, pot various colours $39.95, Manawee Garden Centre

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ENTERTAINMENT

CHRISTMAS ENTERTAINMENT Looking for something to do this festive season? Look no further than our Christmas entertainment list, which features plenty of fun events you won’t want to miss.

December 4 CALOUNDRA POWER BOAT CLUB, 4pm Catch Celtic-rock ensemble Murphy’s Pigs in a free concert. Playing music from all points around the Celtic Sea, Murphy’s Pigs’ unique style breathes new life into old favourites.

December 7 THE EVENTS CENTRE, 11am John McSweeney will be performing various songs and doing his famous impersonations of Willie Nelson and Chad Morgan. For tickets visit theeventscentre.com.au

December 9 CALOUNDRA POWER BOAT CLUB, 6.30pm There will be plenty of items up for grabs at the monster Christmas draw, including hams, turkeys, meat trays and vouchers.

December 10 BUDERIM COMMUNITY CAROLS, 6.30pm Get your festive season underway with the annual Buderim Community Carols held at Buderim Village Park. The event, which costs a gold coin donation, will feature

international opera star, Natalie Peluso, the Buderim Youth Theatre of Excellence as well as the Buderim Male Choir.

December 10 CHRISTMAS IN CALOUNDRA Join the Caloundra Chamber of Commerce as they celebrate the festive season with some special events for the whole family. Gather up your friends and family for a fun-filled Christmas party in downtown Caloundra. There will be a free sausage sizzle, local musicians and plenty of fun and entertainment for everyone.

December 16 THE EVENTS CENTRE, 7.30pm Featuring sparkling arias, magnificent choruses and the heavenly Hallelujah, this show is sure to entertain lovers of music. Don’t miss your chance to experience a truly great musical masterpiece as the Queensland Symphony Orchestra, the Australian Voices and local choirs perform Handel’s Messiah. For tickets visit theeventscentre.com.au.

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ENTERTAINMENT December 16 KUNARA, 5pm Head out to Kunara Organic Marketplace for a night of entertainment. There will be food vendors, charity stall, a visit from Santa, music, free popcorn and a screening of the movie Elf.

December 24 THE MOOLOOLABA SURF CLUB, 8pm There will be a fantastic fireworks display at 8pm on Christmas Eve in front of club. Grab the best seat in the house on the deck and watch the amazing show.

December 17 MOOLOOLABA CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE, 6.30pm The parade sets off from The Wharf, Mooloolaba and features a spectacular array of boats covered in lights.

January 7 CALOUNDRA POWER BOAT CLUB, 6pm The Sunshine Coast Guitar Fest will feature some of the country’s best guitarists and their bands including Phil Emmanuel and the Kevin Borich Express. For tickets phone the club on 5492 1444.

December 17 SOLBAR, 8pm Eclectic rock band Castlecomer will take to the stage at Maroochydore music hotspot, Solbar.

HOLIDAY MOVIES Escape the heat these holidays, grab some popcorn and relax at the cinema. Gear up for a great blockbuster movie season, which will include the release of the comedy Bad Santa 2 starring Billy Bob Thornton, plus the highly-anticipated release of animated comedy Trolls starring Justin Timberlake and Anna Kendrick. Also worth checking out will be the hilarious Office Christmas Party, featuring Jennifer Aniston.

If you haven’t yet had the chance to catch Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, head to the cinema now.

Author J.K. Rowling and director David Yates return to the Harry Potter universe with the spin off

story, which stars Eddie Redmayne (The Theory of Everything) as writer Newt Scamander. The story follows Scamander’s journey as he discovers an underground community of witches and wizards in New York – 70 years before Harry reads his book.

Birch Carroll and Coyle Cinema is located at Sunshine Plaza, Maroochydore.

What’s On JOHN MCSWEENEY & BAND

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ENTERTAINMENT CHRISTMAS If you want to relax these holidays and escape the heat of the kitchen, we’ve got the perfect solution – forget all the fuss and head out to eat.

CHRISTMAS EVE THE SURF CLUB MOOLOOLABA Overlooking the stunning Mooloolaba Beach, The Surf Club Mooloolaba’s Christmas Eve banquet features fresh local seafood, delicious desserts, a fireworks display and a visit from Santa. Tickets are $95 for adults, children aged five to 12 are $50 and children under four are free. For bookings phone 5444 1300.

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CHRISTMAS DAY NOVOTEL TWIN WATERS RESORT Novotel Twin Waters has Christmas all wrapped up. Families will be spoilt for choice this year with a diverse offering of luncheons. There will be

Christmas in the Wandiny Room, Noel in Nouveau and a Christmas to remember at Lily’s on the Lagoon.

For more information, or to make a booking, phone 1800 072 277.

THE SURF CLUB MOOLOOLABA The club is hosting a New Year’s Eve party with live entertainment on the deck and in the function room. There will also be fireworks displays at 9pm and midnight. The restaurant will be open for dining from 5.30pm. There will be no reservations so be sure to arrive early as tables fill up fast.

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ENTERTAINMENT CHURCH SERVICES Celebrate Christmas with one of the many church services that are taking place across the Sunshine Coast.

Goodlife, Buderim Christmas Eve Reflective Communion Service, 5pm; Christmas Day Celebration, 9am.

MAROOCHY SURF CLUB See in 2017 overlooking the beach at Maroochy Surf Club. The club is hosting a glow in the dark party from 6pm with prizes for the best dressed male and female. There will be live entertainment from Destiny’s Plan and Sam Wedgwood. The bistro will be open for dinner.

Immanuel Lutheran Church Little Ones Big Wisdom Christmas eve children’s event 5pm; Carols at 7pm, midnight service at 11pm; Christmas Day services at 7.15am and 9am.

Caloundra Church of Christ Sunday, December 18 carols, 6.30pm; Christmas Day, 8am.

Kawana Life Baptist Church Sunday, December 4, kids’ celebration, 9.30am; Christmas Eve free barbecue at 6pm, followed by service at 7pm; Christmas Day, 8am Lifepointe Baptist Church Christmas Day, 8am.

Maroochydore Uniting Church Morning carols service Sunday, December 18, 8.30am; Christmas Day services at 7am and 8.30am.

St Mark’s Lutheran Church Caloundra Christmas Eve at Bombala Terrace, German service 5pm and children’s service at 6.30pm; Christmas Day, 8am at Bombala Terrace and 9.30am at Pacific Lutheran College.

C3 Church Kawana Waters Carols service Friday, December 9 at 7pm and Sunday, December 11 at 6pm; Christmas Day, one hour service at 9.30am.

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FESTIVE FOOD

FRESH IS BEST Get the best seafood for your table this festive season with these handy hints.

1. BUY RIGHT Fresh seafood on the table at Christmas has become a uniquely Australian tradition – but how can you make sure you are getting the best for your Christmas table?

Michael and Paul at Pt Cartwright

Seafood have some helpful hints: • only select seafood that looks shiny and moist • eyes on fish should be clear and not sunken, while the scales should be shiny, not dry • oysters should look moist and plump and not dry and sunken in the shells • prawns should have a glossy appearance and plump eyes • be careful about purchasing from businesses that promise to have your seafood packed and ready to go at Christmas – you don’t know when it was packed, how old it was when it was packed, or what you are getting. Best to choose your own.

2. STORE RIGHT Christmas time is normally hot, everyone’s fridges are usually overloaded with Christmas cheer, and the fridge door is opened more frequently than normal – that can cause problems.

At best, domestic fridges run at 4°C, but at this time of the year they usually operate at a warmer temperature, which is not good for storing seafood.

Fresh seafood should be stored between zero and 4°C. The best way to hold large quantities of seafood is by keeping your seafood in an esky, sandwiched between two layers of ice. Place a

layer of ice about 100 millimetres thick on the bottom of an esky, if you have a handful of salt, sprinkle over the top as it will harden the ice. Place raw and cooked seafood into separate plastic bags and distribute evenly on top of the ice. Always place the cooked seafood on top of the raw seafood. Then fill the esky to the top with ice, ensuring it’s at least 150 millimetres thick.

Filling the esky to the top removes any air gaps which can heat up and cause the ice to melt more quickly.

Sprinkle some salt on top, seal, place in a cool spot, (often the laundry is good) and don’t open until you need it. Smaller quantities can be stored by

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FESTIVE FOOD spreading out in a sealed container and storing in the coldest part of your fridge.

Done correctly, good quality fresh seafood will last two to three days, ensuring you will have an amazing Christmas.

3. HOW MUCH? Nothing says Christmas like prawns.

The question on most people’s lips is how many to buy?

If prawns are not the main item of the dish being served for Christmas lunch or dinner, then Pt Cartwright Seafood Market suggests that 250g per person is a good guideline to follow.

For those people who are looking to create a spectacular centrepiece dish, opt for a whole fish, red emperor, snapper or salmon.

By letting the oven or barbecue do all the work, and allowing about 20 minutes per kilo at 200°C, it gives you time to focus on getting the other dishes prepared.

Be sure to test the flesh with a skewer about 30 minutes before it is due to be ready as some fish will cook faster. To do this, insert a skewer through the thickest part of the fish (usually the shoulder). If it goes in and out easily without any flesh grabbing the skewer it is cooked.

SMOKED SALMON, PEAR AND WALNUT SALAD Serves six. This is a great first course for summer dining. The bitterness of the rocket is balanced perfectly by the sweet pears.

Ingredients • 200g smoked salmon (cut into 30mm strips) • 2 small fennel bulbs • 3 medium firm pears • 2 cups baby rocket leaves • 1 cup mixed salad leaves • 2 small zucchini • 4 tbs walnut pieces • 4 tbs extra virgin olive oil • 2 tbs lemon juice • Freshly ground black pepper Method Trim away the outer layer from the

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fennel bulbs, wash and thinly slice and place in a bowl.

Wash, quarter and core the pears, slice thinly and add to the fennel.

Wash the zucchini and cut into long ribbons using a vegetable peeler.

Place into the bowl along with all the remaining ingredients.

Toss gently together, season and serve immediately.

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FESTIVE FOOD Q QUEEN SCALLOPS WITH G GARLIC BUTTER

BARRAMUNDI TACOS WITH LIME AIOLI Ingredients • 400g Australian barramundi fillets • 1 tbs smoked paprika • 2 tbs flour • Salt and pepper • Butter for cooking • 12 small tortillas • 100g carrot, shredded • 100g red cabbage, shredded • 40g red onion finely sliced • 30g lettuce mix For the salsa: • 100g tomatoes, finely chopped • 10g coriander, chopped • 1 tbs extra virgin olive oil For the aioli: • 100g quality mayonnaise • Juice of half a lime • 2 garlic cloves, crushed

Method For the aioli, combine the ingredients and season with a little salt.

For the salsa, combine the ingredients and set aside for at least half and hour for the flavour to develop.

Lightly toast the tortillas in a hot, dry pan for a few seconds each side and set aside.

Combine the paprika and flour with a little salt and pepper.

Heat butter in the pan, dust the fish in the paprika flour and pan fry for two to three minutes each side until done.

Using a fork, break up the fish into chunks and spoon along each of the tortillas. Top with

Tip Add some fresh avocado to your tacos for a summer taste.

the tomato salsa, aioli and finish with the salad.

Recipe supplied by Sunshine Coast Oyster Service.

IIngredients • 500g Queen scallops on shells • Olive oil • 2-3 stalks parsley (chopped) • 1 lemon (cut in wedges) Garlic butter: G • 60g butter • 1 tbsp lemon juice • 2 stalks parsley, 1 shallot • Salt and pepper • 2 cloves of garlic Method M Blend butter ingredients in a food processor until a smooth B cconsistency. Season with lemon juice, salt and pepper.

Preheat the grill to a high temperature. Rinse the scallops P under cold water and gently slide a knife under the u sscallop meat to remove the scallops from their shells.

Pat shells and scallop dry and drizzle oil into the shells.

P Place the scallops back into their shells and dot the garlic P butter over the scallops and cook under the grill for two b tto three minutes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley to serve.

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berry fruit flavours are mingled with spicy and savoury oak with fine, gentle tannins. It has an excellent length on the finish.

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WHITE WINE Twin Pickings Sauvignon Blanc Moscato Bianco A fresh and light finish, yet a lovely balanced sweetness that carries tropical notes to your palate.

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RED WINE Fifth Leg Red Soft and smooth, this is a well-balanced wine with a seamless palate. Juicy, dark

BEER Stone & Wood Pacific Ale Brewed using all Australian barley, wheat and Galaxy hops, Pacific Ale is cloudy and golden with a big fruity aroma and a refreshing finish.

It’s perfect for those lovely warm, summer afternoons.

SPIRITS Sailor Jerry’s Spiced Rum You’ll sense vanilla first and foremost, but take a few more sniffs and you’ll note dry buttery toffee and a touch of cinnamon. Delicious.

Serve with some ginger ale and a slice of lime.

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Ingredients • 1 cup gluten-free plain flour • ½ tsp baking powder • 1 cup organic rolled oats • ½ cup organic rapadura sugar • 1/3 cup organic raw sugar • 2 tsp mixed spice • ½ cup organic dark chocolate buttons • ¾ cup cranberries Method Place all of the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl.

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CHRISTMAS ORANGE & COINTREAU BAKED HAM

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Ingredients • 7-9 kg ham Syrup mix: • 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice • 1 lemon, juiced • 4 tbs orange marmalade • ½ cup maple syrup • ¼ cup Cointreau liqueur • 1 orange rind Garnish: • Handful of cloves • ½ cup fresh pomegranate seeds Method Preheat oven to 180°C. Mix syrup ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a simmer. It will take about five minutes.

Use a sharp knife and gently peel skin off ham, making sure you leave the fat on the ham.

Score fat in a diamond pattern and stud the centre of each diamond with a clove.

Place ham on a baking tray and glaze with syrup mix.

Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, depending on size of ham. Baste every 10 minutes to caramelise the syrup glaze.

For a festive look, finish with a sprinkling of pomegranate seeds.

Remaining sauce can be served on the sliced ham.

Tip You can replace the Cointreau with any dark liqueur of your liking.

This recipe is courtesy of IGA Marketplace Wises Road.

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5.0KW SOLAR SYSTEM (incl. 20 x 250w panels + inverter + racking) + 10 LED Down Lights

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$3990 *Excludes udes clearance & sale items. Not tto bbe usedd with ith any other th offer. ff Second S item discount unt will be off equal or lesser value item. Images are for illustration illustr purposes only products may slightly differ to what is displayed. All electrical work must be performed by a licensed electrician except DIY fittings. Refer to WWOL for full terms and conditions on the website.

*Excludes clearance, sale, discount items or bulk lot deals, not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Images for illustration purposes only, products may slightly differ from what is displayed. All electrical work must performed by a Licencsed Electrician except DIY fittings. Refer to WWOL website for full T&Cs. *Free shipping is not valid in conjunction with any sale offers and only valid for online purchases. No interest ever finance availabe on normal RRP not available on sale items.

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