INDUSTRY ATTRACTIONS MARCOOLA

Experience the wonderful Maroochy River, one of the Sunshine Coast's premier recreation areas. The river is well-known as a popular fishing ground with bream, whiting and flathead being the main catch. We also will provide you with local fishing knowledge and the best places to try on the day. Navigable up to Dunethin Rock picnic area (approx 20km from the river mouth). Pack a picnic lunch, or pick up snacks and drinks from our shop and cruise the river, or enjoy lunch at one of the hotels or restaurants where there are safe moorings. You can also visit Cotton Tree shops and markets, or moor your boat and walk to the surf beach.

A variety of hire craft for every budget including 6 & 8-seater fishing boats, half-cabins & runabouts, super steathy plastic polycrafts for ambushing fish and twin-hull pontoon cruisers for groups up to 10. If you want something big - take out a luxury barbecue/party pontoon for groups of 8-12 people. They have deluxe 4-burner gas barbecues plus single gas burner for the kettle, picnic tables & comfortable seating, sink unit with drinking water on tap, onboard chemical toilet, weatherproof roll-down see-through blinds, key start quiet 4-stroke engine plus power steering trim & tilt. We also have rod hire, esky hire, live bait, tackle, ice, crab pot hire, yabby pump hire, snacks and drinks available in store.

There is disabled access to the shop and large pontoon style boats with a ramp.

Experience the latest in extreme sport at Suncoast Cable Watersports Bli Bli where you can master the art of Wakeboarding, Kneeboarding, Wakeskating or Waterskiing with the help of trained professionals on the dock.
Just a 2-hour flight north from Melbourne will land you at Maroochydore Airport. A 5 minute drive from there can have you standing on the dock ready to go shred the most obstacle littered Cable Wakeboard lake in Australia. Bli Bli's Suncoast Cable Watersports Cable park boasts world class kickers and sliders to suit all skill levels from beginner’s right up to advanced. This allows everyone the opportunity to take their riding to the next level.
The standard price includes life-jacket and selection of kneeboards, skurfboards, wakeboards and skis. Pro model wakeboards and wakeskates are available for hire for an additional fee. Eftpos and major credit cards are accepted.
Free barbecue facilities are available. Or you can enjoy a meal, fresh roasted coffee or a beverage, lakeside at the fully licensed Cypress Café.

*Children under the age of 10 years and 35 kg are not eligible to participate unless they have their own life jacket

A day at Top Shots Fun Park in Maroochydore goes a little like this; climb it, play it, splash & hit it! From rock-climbing to mini-golf, or for water sport lovers the blaster boats; you're sure to have a memorable day here.   You may want to book a party here for the kids, there are many packages to choose from! If a day here is an event for extended family & friends, or even a corporate team building day, you could organise catering, BBQ's, & more.

Plenty of fun, rides, attractions & even relaxation await you at this Sunshine Coast Fun Park for all!

Palmersaurus will be full of surprises and anyone who visits at twilight will see just how effective and impressive the lighting is.

Weighing in at around four metric tons and measuring up to thirteen metres from nose to tail, the Edmontosaurus stood around three metres tall and was part of the Hadrosauridae, or duckbill family of dinosaurs which were known for their remarkable dental arrangement. Three rows of interlocking munching molars on each side of the jaw added up to a grand total of over 700 teeth, ideal for chomping their way through the toughest cycads and conifers.

Palmersaurus will be available for hire to host children’s birthday parties, evening cocktail functions and other special occasions.

Combining luxury and nature to create a unique spa environment, the Spa evokes total relaxation and well-being for both men and women. Located in the heart of Palmer Coolum Resort on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, the Spa has 18 treatment rooms, including three couple rooms with a private spa each, a manicure and pedicure room, yoga studio and hair salon. The new mezzanine-level gym features the latest gym equipment, plasma-screen televisions and weight stations, and provides a complete health and fitness component to the Spa. Lavish, separate men's and ladies' areas are each equipped with a sauna, steam room and spa, as well as a relaxation lounge. Both men's and ladies' facilities lead out to private sun bathing areas adjacent to the main courtyard, which features a heated 25 metre lap pool, aqua exercise pool and unisex spa. The abundance of indigenous plants and palms surrounding the Spa highlights a sense of openness, coastal fresh air and vibrant, natural tones. The elegant, yet inviting, interior offers a balance of small, delicate rooms and large, open spaces, featuring copper, timber and stone that blend seamlessly with the gardens and beyond, into the resort where 324 luxurious, spacious accommodation rooms await.

Mount Coolum National Park, especially the green-cloaked dome of Mount Coolum, dominates the skyline of the Sunshine Coast lowlands. After rain, waterfalls cascade down steep craggy cliffs to open eucalypt forest skirting the lower slopes. Towards the summit, rare montane heath grows. The park also protects coastal wallum, paperbark wetlands and rainforest remnants. Climb the steep, rough 800 metre trail up the mountain's eastern side from the carpark to the summit. Carry water and snack food. Be rewarded with 360 degree views - most spectacular at sunrise. Look for peregrine falcons nesting along cliff faces. In winter and spring, photograph wildflowers. See how many different types of banksia you can find!

Dive the Brisbane and experience this historical treasure and budding environmental wonder. The ex-HMAS Brisbane Conservation Park is an artificial reef and dive site off the Sunshine Coast, and is set to become one of Australia's premier dive attractions. This is the only former Navy dive wreck in Australia offering divers the unique opportunity to explore both the forward engine room and the boiler room. A former missile destroyer, the HMAS Brisbane, was scuttled 2.8 nautical miles east of Mudjimba Island on 31 July 2005 to begin its new life as the 'anchor' attraction for dive tourism in Southern Queensland. Divers can explore the 133 metre former warship and view different areas of the ship. Access holes allow passage into the ship's interior, where divers can swim through living and sleeping quarters used by the crew during the ship's service from 1967 to 2001.

Palmer Coolum Resort Golf Course is a World Class Course in a World Class Destination. Golf in Australia simply doesn't get any better than at Palmer Coolum Resort. Their stunning 18-hole course challenges even the best golfers while still providing plenty of enjoyment for the novice. Their 72 par, 6137 metre course has been graced by the game's best including US Masters winner Bubba Watson, British Open winners Greg Norman and Darren Clarke, USA's Ricky Fowler, Aussie favourites Adam Scott, Jason Day, Geoff Ogilvy and Robert Allenby, Y E Yang and K T Kim from South Korea, Liang Wen Chong from China and many, many more! Diverse and exciting, it offers contrasting landscapes, from lakeside holes to manicured fairways that weave their way through native bushland. Designed by renowned golf course architect Robert Trent Jones Jr, a round of golf at this superbly challenging course is a highlight for guests, visitors and locals alike. Best of all, as they have the luxury of being in a sub-tropical climate, the Sunshine Coast golf course is a pleasure to play all year round!

The Sunshine Castle is an award winning tourist attraction and function venue. Much in the tradition of Castles all around the world the Sunshine Castle captures the imagination of old and young alike. A stand out landmark in this location this Norman style Castle, with medieval additions, complete with moat, turrets, towers and drawbridge is completely unique in Australia. The Castle offers a plethora of highlights on a self walk tour. Wander over the drawbridge into another time and feast with Kings in the Great Hall or squalor in shame in the dungeon. The Castle keep a 24 metre look out tower offers stunning views from Coast to Hinterland. Children are sent on a Treasure Hunt and are able to choose a treat from the Kings treasure. A new history shields tour offers detailed information on the medieval elements of the Castle and history. The fully licensed Castle Cafe offers delectable treats including the classic Castle Lambshank and a German sausage platter to die for. The Castle also offers functions and weddings, children's birthdays and School workshops. The Castle is recently also home to Absolut Toys, a toy shop offering quality toys at affordable prices.

Asante Boutique Day Spa 'The Essence of Africa' - Immerse and awaken your senses in the rich exotic ambiance as you lose yourself in the chill groove beats, sending your mind body and soul into a complete state of euphoric harmony. The totally unique African themed spa rituals and treatments are performed under candlelight by expert, caring professional hands. Immerse yourself in an array of exquisite pamper packages, heavenly hot stone and remedial massage treatments. Experience exotic warm oil Indian head rituals, body polishes, antioxidant, detox and hydration cocoon wraps, soothing foot rituals, rejuvenation and collagen facials or try our new Silk Foulard Stretch massage. Imagine yourself floating in a rich Moroccan Milk spa surrounded by twinkling candlelight with a glass of chilled champagne and chocolates to tempt. Bliss! Why not share the experience with someone special in the couples' room. Handmade Gift vouchers are available. They provide an extensive beauty service including: all waxing for both women and men, brow design and tinting, lash extensions, instant spray tanning plus deluxe manicure and pedicures.

"The best way to learn to surf in Australia" - Trip advisor 2012. Here at Coolum Surfing School their passion is passing on the stoke of surfing. They are a family owned and operated surf business, they have been offering people of all ages and abilities learn to surf for over 11 years. They specialise in Private surf lessons, where you can come as an individual or get a group of family or friends together. They also offer an awesome Beginner surf lesson, where you can jump in and learn the basics and ride a wave to the beach! Available 7 days a week, all year round! They also cater to large study, tours and corporate group bookings. Wash away your worries and take some time out! They can run anything from learn to surf lessons, body boarding lessons, surf awareness classes and fun and interactive beach games. They supply all the equipment so all you need is swimmers and a towel. They pride themselves on their friendly, professional and experience surf instructors. Their staff will have you feeling comfortable, confident and ready to feel the natural high of surfing. Remember the best thing about their school is the homework!

Oz Ski Resort is the Sunshine Coast's only man made fresh water ski facility. They operate two Ski Nautique boats on two lakes. They offer beginner to advanced water skiing and wake boarding lessons, banana boat rides, knee boarding, and tubing. Their banana caters for up to five people. Each waterski or wakeboard lesson includes boat, driver, coach, free use of the latest equipment and your own personal water time. Book one and two hour ski sessions and bring a group of friends down for a birthday party, a Christmas function or celebration in their fantastic undercover barbecue area, indulge in a spa bath while you look out over the lakes. This facility is operated by World Champions Emma and Curtis Sheers who have over 50 years combined experience in the sport of waterskiing, you will learn the latest techniques from experienced World Class competitors. They have taught children as young as three to waterski and their oldest skier is in their 70s. You are never too old to give this amazing sport a try. A day at Oz Ski Resort will be a day to remember.

The Float Space draws on a holistic yet modern view of health, wellness and spirit. Our aim is to enhance our clients’ quality of life, whether they’ve come to us for overall well-being, to address a mental or physical condition, perform better in sports, or to look and feel younger and healthier.

The results achieved from our therapies will help you feel present, reduce the effects of stress, and enhance your day to day activities and routines allowing you to be your best and happiest self. At The Float Space we help you combine the various forms of health, beauty, wellness and spirit, to live the complete and full life you deserve. We aim to make your time at The Float Space the best part of your day, and an experience and feeling that you take with you wherever you go.