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The Big Pineapple

Nambour Connection Road, Woombye QLD 4559

Taste
Food, Food, Food! Indulge yourself with our world famous parfaits and sundaes. Our restaurant will tempt you with delicious meals, snacks and fresh juices.
Fully Licenced
The Big Pineapple is fully licenced to compliment our restaurant and function facilities.
Experience
You can experience the plantation aboard our unique Plantation Train as it tours past exotic fruit trees and sub-tropical rainforest. A pineapple growing demonstration is included in the tour. This trip visits our Wildlife Reserve where you can observe Australian native animals including koalas, kangaroos, wombats, emus, owls, exotic parrots and much more.
Our Animal Nursery is a great childrens favourite, where they can touch and feed all the baby animals.
Childrens parties can be arranged to include meals and a personalised Animal Nursery tour.
Our Nutmobile will carry you through tranquil rainforests and our own macadamia plantations, where we will show you how macadamias are grown and harvested.
Children under 4 are free on all tours.
The Big Pineapple has been recognised as a National Icon for its significant role in the tourism industry.
Shopping
Visit our large gift shop and try our extensive range of pineapple and tropical fruit jams, preserves and sauces all made exclusively for the Big Pineapple, as well as a large range of our own confectionery available for your enjoyment.
Try one of our special pineapple or macadamia biscuits that are made fresh daily in our very own bakery. We have a large range of Australian produce, arts and crafts, souveniers, toys, leisure wear, jewellery and aboriginal arts and crafts.
Our friendly staff will give you every assistance in making your selection.
Functions
Set in a tropical tranquil setting with ample parking and excellent catering facilities, the Big Pineapple is fully licenced and is an ideal venue for all occasions including formals, conferences weddings and trade shows.
Ask how we can organise your special event, or simply hire a room for the day.

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Bellingham Maze

274 Tanawha Tourist Drive, Tanawha QLD 4556

Bellingham Maze, originally planted in 1991 and opened to the public in 1993 is one of the most familiar attractions on the Sunshine Coast. This Queensland tourism icon which is set in a lush tropical rainforest environment on Tanawha Tourist Drive #25, Tanawha has a huge 80m x 80m living hedge maze which was recently re-opened to the public after an extensive regeneration program.

In 2013 all of the original 20 year old cypress pine trees in the hedge maze were replaced with over 1000 of Sunshine Coast’s favourite plant, the lilly pilly.  The hedge maze was closed for nearly 2 years and in March 2015 is was re-opened to the public and looks amazing!

Whilst the hedge maze is the main attraction at Bellingham Maze, it is certainly not the only attraction.  Bellingham Maze also has a wooden maze, a tyre maze, a rope maze and some other aMAZEing activities for you to enjoy.  Did you know Bellingham Maze also has an 18 hole mini golf course, which is a par 2 course suitable to all ages?  There’s also a delightful garden café where you can enjoy a coffee, a cold drink or something to eat, without having to go into the maze or play mini golf if you’re only wanting a pleasant cafe experience. The puzzle shop at Bellingham Maze stocks a unique range of brain teasing metal and wooden puzzles – all with instructions enclosed.  A selection of puzzles are also on the tables at the café for customers to try.  The shop has an affordable range of toys and puzzles to purchase, suitable for all budgets and caters for kids with their own pocket money.  

A visit to Bellingham Maze is certainly a great way to stretch your mind, stretch your legs and have some outdoor brain-teasing fun.  Bellingham Maze is suitable for all ages, attracting families, couples, groups, parties, school excursions and many more.  Don’t miss out on the fun!

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Swan Boat Hire

70 Bradman Avenue, Maroochydore QLD 4558

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.

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Suncoast Cable Watersports

367 David Low Way, Bli Bli QLD 4560

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

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Top Shots Fun Park

2 Allora Drive, Maroochydore QLD 4558

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!

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Brewbake at the Big Pineapple

76 Nambour Connection Road, Woombye QLD 4559

Brewbake - Freshly brewed beer and baked meat pies. Australia's newest Microbrewery located at the iconic Queensland attraction on the Sunshine Coast, The Big Pineapple. See the brewing process right at the bar, try a tasting paddle, take home a unique one litre stubby. Beer and Pies, what else do you need?

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Sunshine Castle Bli Bli

292-296 David Low Way, Bli Bli QLD 4560

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.

Amytis Gardens Cooking School

51 Malones Road, Kiels Mountain QLD 4559
Fragrant, spicy and flavoursome, Thai food has quickly become one of Australia's favourite cuisines. With exotic ingredients like chillies, lime, lemongrass and coconut milk, it's easy to see why. For those a little more curious of their Asian cousins, they have introduced a hint of Japan, Malaysia and China to their menu. With individual gas burners, you create and eat your very own dishes which you can enjoy with new friends and a glass of Thai Singha beer or wine. They also keep their 100 per cent hands on classes small (maximum of eight people), so that everyone gets full attention. The best thing is when you sit down, smell the fantastic aromas and think "I made this myself!" All levels of experience are welcome from beginners to advanced.

Lazmar Airport Transfers

2 Kirby Court, Tanawha QLD 4556
Lazmar Airport Transfers - the first choice for people who expect first class service. Lazmar Airport Transfers provide chauffeur driven private, dependable, quality, luxury airport, hotel, tourist transfers, tours between and around the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane. They provide a door-to-door, 24 hour, seven days a week pre-booked tourist transfer service. Their market position is situated between a cab and a limousine service. The GL Mercedes executive people mover is capable of carrying up to 6 passengers or an 8 passenger seat van in style. Trailer for extra luggage, surfboards or bikes, baby seats or booster are available on request. The vehicle has leather seats, air conditioning, tinted courtesy windows, stability control program for comfort and safety and is equipped with DVD, television, satellite navigation, iPod and games adaptors, screens are able to be linked for presentations. Sports utility vehicle four wheel drive for limited access four wheel drive transfers....

Cotton Tree

Cotton Tree, Cotton Tree QLD 4558
Located right next door to trendy, bustling Maroochydore on the Sunshine Coast, Cotton Tree is fringed by the sandy banks of the Maroochy River to the north and the white silica beaches of the blue Pacific Ocean to the west. Surrounded by so much clean, pristine water, it’s only natural that Cotton Tree is home to an impressive range of watersport activities. Hire a boat and head to Pincushion Island at the mouth of the river. This tall sand and rock formation is famous with the locals for its fishing and confounds visitors as it appears to move position with the changing tide. The walk from Cotton Tree to Alexandra Headland takes in glorious, sweeping ocean views and along the way you’ll find idyllic spots to picnic and breathe in the fresh ocean air. On the weekends, Cotton Tree comes alive with Sunday markets and a thriving al fresco cafe scene. Browse through the stalls and sample some of the fresh local produce on offer. For funky fashion boutiques or stylish homewares head to trendy Duporth Avenue and shop til you drop! Soaking up the tranquil river views over a long lazy lunch in one of the many fine riverfront restaurants completes a perfect day at beautiful Cotton Tree....

Hatha Yoga Class with Woody Wednesdays

33 Johnsons Road, Eudlo QLD 4554
Bring your own yoga mat and join in a Hatha Yoga session with some strengthening exercises and plenty of room for relaxation. All welcome. This weekly yoga session is held in the Community Room (below the main car park). A AUD10 donation is recommended. Woody (Paul Wood) is Yoga instructor trained in India in the Guru Kulu system. His emphasis is to bring flexibility to body, spirit and mind. Woody enjoys light hearted but focused classes that lead participants into a meditative space. He has been practicing Yoga and Martial Arts for over 10 years. Established 1974, Chenrezig Institute is a centre for Buddhist study, meditation, retreat and practice nestled in the foothills of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. The Institute is home to a Tibetan Geshe (Lama), a large community of ordained Sangha (monks and nuns), students, residents, volunteers, retreat goers and guests. Apart from the formal study programmes, Chenrezig Institute is a peaceful, calm and relaxing place to spend a few hours, days or weeks. Stroll along the bush paths, wander in formal garden, espresso in the cafe or a vegetarian meal....

Tanawha

Tanawha, Tanawha QLD 4556
Take a step back to yesteryear and imagine yourself in the court of King Louis the XIV with a visit to the Sunshine Coast’s very own giant living hedge maze! Located at Tanawha just 10 minutes’ drive inland from Maroochydore, this impressive outdoor maze has been painstakingly sculptured from over 1000 trees and is the only maze of its kind in Australia. Designed as an eight-pointed star, this botanical marvel can be viewed in its entirety from a platform adjacent to the tea house. After you’ve completed your mission, challenge yourself further with a tyre maze, rope maze, tile maze or baffle your noggin’ with a brain-teasing puzzle in the café. The kids will adore finding the seven dwarfs in Snow White’s cottage and bird-fanciers can get to know some new feathered friends with a walk through the huge bird aviary. Just minutes down the road are more theme park attractions the Sunshine Coast is famous for, so make a day of it and treat the whole family to some outdoor fun! A wide range of accommodation options can be found nearby at Maroochydore including hotels, motels, resorts, self-contained units, holiday rentals and backpacker hostels....

Guided Meditation Thursdays

Johnsons Road, Eudlo QLD 4554
You do not need to book to attend the Guided Meditation sessions, they are all drop in sessions led by one of the monks or nuns. If it is your first time just drop in a few minutes earlier than the session start time to meet the session leader. Cushion or seat provided. Your donations help them to keep this program running. Established 1974, Chenrezig Institute is a centre for Buddhist study, meditation, retreat and practice nestled in the foothills of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. The Institute is home to a Tibetan Geshe (Lama), a large community of ordained Sangha (monks and nuns), students, residents, volunteers, retreatants and guests. Apart from the formal study programmes, Chenrezig Institute is a peaceful, calm and relaxing place to spend a few hours, days or weeks. Stroll along the bush paths, wander in the formal garden, sip espresso in the cafe, have a vegetarian meal, drop in for a meditation class or teaching, or just sit and listen to life....

Nambour

Nambour, Nambour QLD 4560
Nambour was settled in the 1860s by miners disappointed after the poor returns from the goldfields at Gympie, just north. Today it is a thriving rural community a short distance west of the Sunshine Coast, and features many government offices and public facilities such as the Nambour Hospital. Nearby is a macadamia nut factory, a winery and many other things to see. Nambour is about 100 kilometres north of Brisbane....

Taste of Tibetan Buddhism Fridays

33 Johnsons Road, Eudlo QLD 4554
Join them on a Friday afternoon for a relaxed exploration of the world of Tibetan Buddhism. They watch a short video from the Discovering Buddhism programme, then there's a chance to discuss the topic and ask questions. The session ends with a guided meditation. A new topic will be explored each week in a six to eight week cycle, but you are also welcome to attend on a casual basis; no prior knowledge is required. Topics include mind and its potential, how to meditate, establishing a daily practice, karma and transforming problems. Classes are open to everyone, regardless of religious affiliation or current knowledge of Buddhism. Your donations help them to keep this program running. Established 1974, Chenrezig Institute is a centre for Buddhist study, meditation, retreat and practice nestled in the foothills of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. The Institute is home to a Tibetan Geshe (Lama), a large community of ordained Sangha (monks and nuns), students, residents, volunteers, retreatants and guests. Stroll along the bush paths, wander in the formal garden, sip espresso in the cafe, have a vegetarian meal....

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5/56 Burnett Street, Buderim QLD 4556

Sunshine Watercraft

Sunshine Plaza Pontoon154 Horton Pde, Sunshine Plaza QLD 4558
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Art Nuvo Gallery

25 Gloucester Rd (Opp Manawee Garden Centre), Buderim QLD 4556

Nambour Golf Club

1051 Nambour Connection Rd, Nambour QLD 4560