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I AM NAMBOUR: Pictorial Feature. 20 Businesses in focus celebrating Nambour

How good is Nambour? Welcome to the Gazette’s “I am Nambour” Pictorial Feature. It’s a great chance for local businesses and organisations to share the love they have for the town that made the Sunshine Coast what it is today. 

Spring has sprung and what better time to highlight some of our wonderful local businesses and organisations and promote Reimagine Nambour’s vibrant ‘I Am Nambour’ Brand?

The response to this feature has been great so we’re extending the initiative through spring. If you would like to take part (it’s free, all we need is your smile), just email Tanya at tanya@sunshinevalleygazette.com.au and we will come and take your photo, thereby catapulting you and your business to fame and fortune beyond your wildest dreams!

It's an opportunity to join other local businesses and collectively market under a brand that promotes pride in the town.

Nambour’s “I am Nambour” brand was unveiled June 8 to embody  the diversity, resilience and pride of the town’s business community as part of Fairfax MP Ted O’Brien’s Nambour Economic Transition Strategy.   

Please enjoy the Gazettes “I Am Nambour” Feature.

I AM NAMBOUR ... Kelly Murdock of Murdock’s Gym is proud to be part of Nambour’s future. Kelly and husband Bruce invested in their Currie Street personal training studio just as COVID broke out last year. See the “I Am Nambour” Pictorial Feature pages 14-15.

Choosing a hairdresser can be a risky business, but when you choose Rhonda Billett and the team at Uptown Hair Studio there are no risks at all. They use world class hair colours and solutions and stock only the best hair care products. So when you get home you can manage and style your hair with ease. Uptown Hair Studio is at 147 Currie St, Nambour, Phone 54412 420.

Barbi Shipton established Daisy Chain Scrapbooks in Nambour in 2002 and since then the initiative has grown from a rented hall to a  ‘warehouse’ sized shop-front servicing locals and customers around Australia. “Our goal is to share the joy of Cardmaking and Scrapbooking, in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere,” said Barbi. Located at 7 Daniel Street. Phone 5441 6797.

Since opening in December, Heretics Haven (for tabletop gaming enthusiasts) has been welcomed with open arms. “We couldn’t have chosen a better place to be,” said owner David Harris. “We really appreciate the support from the community and we are excited to be growing with Nambour.” Located at 91 Currie Street. 5338 8919.

Signtown owners Brett & Graeme both live in Nambour and jumped at the opportunity to open their business in town. They have been overwhelmed by local support. Their shop is two doors up from Aldi in Howard Street and has great frontage and easy access. Signtown covers a wide range of signage including vehicles, shopfronts, t-shirts, banners, flags and even business cards. Give them a call on 5441 3142 for any signage done by locals for locals.

Since 2004, Korsos Photography has grown from a single camera, to a studio, a printing service, a film processing photo shop and framing workshop. Mike offers a wide range of photography related services, including photography tuition, framing, a photo lab, photo restorations, and artwork reproductions. He specialises in Fine Art / Giclée Printing. Korsos Photography Shop 1/65 Currie St, Nambour, phone 5373 7619

Kirstie Martin and Jess Hanton serve up warming brews and great food with a little shop-local Nambour flavour at Arden Dawn Café in Howard Street. Go see the team for all-day breakfast and brunch, fresh juices & smoothies and locally-roasted fair-trade coffee with plenty of gluten and dairy-free and vegan options. Arden Dawn Café is at 5 Howard Street.

STEPS Employment Solutions is a not-for-profit employment service that helps people with an injury, illness, or disability find sustained and fulfilling employment. With the right connections and a group of passionate people, STEPS Employment Solutions are proud to make a difference in the world by providing opportunities. Their office is in C-Square Nambour.  Phone 5453 8700 or email nambour@stepsgroup.com.au.

Nambour Netball Association Grand Finals were on Saturday and players Paige Adcock, Kiara Swanepoel, Brigitte du Plessis and Ella Moss took time out from cheering for their team to support “I Am Nambour”.   Email: info@nambournetball.com.au. Web: nambour.qld.netball.com.au

Todd Kither, right, and the team at Brown's Autobahn have been Nambour's trusted mechanical workshop since 1986. They service all makes and models of vehicles, and VWs are a specialty. Todd and his team will keep your car running in new car condition and you will love the complimentary detail after each service. Brown’s Autobahn is at 33 Coronation Avenue, Nambour. Phone 5441 3843.

Hayley Thorp and the team at Nambour’s Next Level Workwear provide custom Uniforms, Workwear, Personal Protective Equipment, Embroidery, Direct to Garment Printing and Screen Printing services. “We will go out of our way to meet your needs,” said Hayley.  Phone 0413 220 016 or email info@nextlevelworkwear.com. You can also visit the home showroom at 14 Image Flat Road, Nambour.

< The Nambour Book Exchange is one of the largest bookshops in Queensland, with over 200,000 books in stock. The business has been in owner Darren Bailey’s family for over 35 years. Darren is able to source nearly any title ever produced. Darren stocks new, used and rare titles as well as board games, comics, DVD’s and records. Nambour Book Exchange is at 103 Currie Street Nambour, phone 5441 3255.

Cartridge Emporium  has been open in Nambour for over 20 years. They stock the largest range of ink and toner in Nambour, repairing printers, mobile phones, computers — both in house and remote service, and now personalized earmoulds, for swimmers, shooters, motorcyclist, shift workers and for industrial noise. Visit Tony & Geoff at 86 Howard Street Nambour or call on 5441 4387.

Want to learn yoga? … Michelle Freeman of the Nambour Yoga Centre offers classes that blend a modern approach and anatomical understanding of the body with tradition, encompassing the more meditative aspects of yoga. This studio, located in the historic Whalley building offers classes in traditional Ashtanga mysore style yoga and gentle yoga fused with pilates and yin. Best contact is info@nambouryogacentre.com.au

From left Karen Malcolm, Louise Williams, Cathy Shapter from Restoring Hope Parkinson’s Therapy deliver speech therapy to people living with Parkinson’s disease. They are passionate about helping people and their families access the therapy and resources  they need to live their best lives with Parkinson’s. Go to www.rhptherapy.org.au or facebook.com/rhptherapy. Ph 0438 688456.

Professional Car Detailing is the Sunshine Coast's largest car detailing specialist. They offer a range of services such as Gtechniq Ceramic Coating, Multistage Paint Correction, Basic and Full Detailing Packages, New & Used Car Protection Packages, Window Tinting and Rust Protection.  All  this from their Nambour Workshop. Courtesy Cars are available on request, or Mobile Detailing Services across the Sunshine Coast. Find them at 1 Lamington Terrace, 0431 403 170.

RE/MAX Nambour dealer principal Tristan Brown, centre, and Sales agents Toby Morrin and Scott Walters love local and love Nambour. RE/MAX Property Sales, proudly offer sales and rentals on the Sunshine Coast and hinterland. Drop in to the office at 50 Lowe Street in Nambour. “We'd love to help you with your property needs,” said Tristan.

Deb Rowlands is a Nambour Dressmaker and Clothing Alterationist Extraordinaire!  Deb recently won “Bride’s Choice for Wedding Gown Alterations” but is just as happy to darn your favourite torn jeans, resize that online purchase or assist with decor makeover by making new cushion covers or hemming existing curtains!  Visit website www.iSew4U.org for further information.

Stephen and Deborah and the Hammond Optometry Team are passionate about helping you enjoy a lifetime of healthy sight. We are an independent optometry practice and our practice stocks the latest in designer eyewear and sunglasses for the individual in you.  Hammond Optometry has been serving the Sunshine Coast Hinterland Community for the last 22 years, and we are centrally located at 44 Lowe Street, Nambour.

Janelle and Brent, owners of Plant Thy Seed, love what plants can do for a space to brighten things up and lift your mood. The little store is full of indoor plants, pots to suit every style, fertiliser and plant care products, and bespoke gifts. Find them at 7 Howard Street (near the corner of Currie Street), call 0475 633 172 or find them on Facebook and Instagram @plant_thyseed.1