What’s On: music, elections, markets and trivia
• October 17: Karl S. Williams live at Maleny Community Centre, 7pm. Tickets at www.redchair.com.au.
• October 18-27: Maleny Players present Hedda Gabler at The Playhouse, Maleny Showgrounds. Evening and matinee performances. Tickets $25/$20 concessions. Visit www.malenyplayers.org.
• October 18: Mapleton Choir Concert, 7.30pm at Kureelpa Hall. “Around The World In Song” with diverse musical pieces. Tickets: www.trybooking.com/CVEEV.
• October 19: Yandina Community Gardens Plant Propagation Workshop, 9am-11am at The Blue House. Learn plant propagation techniques. Tickets: www.yandinacommunitygardens.com.au/workshops.
• October 19: Blackall 100 running event.
• October 19: Trivia Time! Montville Village Hall, 6.30pm bar open. 7pm Trivia begins! Book your table or seat at events.mva2021@gmail.com.
• October 19: Witta Growers Markets, 7.30am-12noon with 50+ stalls. Enquiries: wittamarket@gmail.com.
• October 19: Big Pineapple Music Festival, featuring The Amity Affliction, Tones and I, and more. Tickets via www.bigpineapplefestival.com.
• October 19: Broadway in the Hangar at Queensland Air Museum, Caloundra. Featuring Underground Opera Company. Tickets via trybooking.com.au/CPPXI.
• October 20: Mapleton Choir Concert, 2.30pm at Kureelpa Hall. “Around The World In Song.” Tickets: www.trybooking.com/CVEEV.
• October 20: Neighbourhood Centre Plant-Based Cooking Demonstration, 1pm-3.30pm at Bicentenary Lane, Maleny. Tickets $20. Book ahead for catering.
• October 20: Yandina Country Music Concert featuring T Birds, 12pm at Hall of Fame, Steggalls Road, Yandina. $10 entry, members $8. Enquiries: 0437 191 004.
• October 20: Woodfordia’s “Festival of Small Halls” Spring Tour, Mapleton Hall from 3.30pm. Musicians Kellie Loder and Van Dyk & McDonald. Support act Shaky Razor. Tickets via Woodfordia.org.
• October 20: Mapleton Library Community Centre Book Fair and Bazaar, 8am-12pm. Books, vintage treasures, plants, morning tea, and more. Located at Obi Obi Road, Mapleton.
• October 24: Blackall Range Lions “Welcome to the Hinterland Dinner”, 6.30pm at Flaxton Gardens. Tickets available online.
• October 24: Gina Chick in conversation at Maleny Community Centre, discussing her memoir We Are the Stars. Tickets $27.50 via www.outspokenmaleny.com.
• October 25: Pattemore House Open Day, 10am-12pm at 15 Porters Lane, Maleny.
• October 25: Mata Hari-inspired play Dancing to Death premieres at The Lind, Nambour. Matinees and evening performances until November 2. Book via www.trybooking.com.
• October 25: Bird Survey – Citizen Science at Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, 7.30am-9.30am. Registration required.
• October 26: Eudlo Music Nights Festival, 2.30pm at Wominjeka Park, Eudlo. Enjoy live soul, blues, and folk. Tickets via www.trybooking.com/CTTNM.
• October 26: Friends of Community Chaplaincy Café-Style Forum, 9.30am at Sanctuary Park, Nambour. Discuss community chaplaincy. Email Mark Wall at mark.wall@spcofcn.org.au.
• October 26: Mapleton Country Market, 8am-12pm at Mapleton State School. Enjoy food, fresh produce, crafts, and live music.
• October 26: Kenilworth Country Markets, 8am-1.30pm at Kenilworth Town Park, Charles Street.
• October 26: Yandina Country Market, 6am-12pm at North Street, Yandina.
• October 26: Maleny Art, Craft and Collectables Markets, 8am-2pm at Maleny RSL.
• October 26: Genealogy Workshop for family history writing, Petrie Park Road, Nambour. Cost: $15 members, $25 non-members. Call 07-5329-2315 to book.
• October 26: State Government Election.
• October 26-27: Bli Bli Expo at Bli Bli Community Hall. Local artists, produce stalls, and live entertainment. Free entry.
• October 27: Sunshine Coast Model Boat Club Regatta, 8am-12.30pm at Lake MacDonald, Cooroy. Tug boats, paddle steamers, and more. Visit scmbc.org for details.
• October 27: Sunshine Coast Miniature Trains Public Run, 10am-2.30pm at Miniature Train Park, Nambour. Train rides for all. Call 0417 769 993.
• October 27: Spring Classical Concert, 3pm at Palmwoods Memorial Hall. Featuring violinist Hayden Wiseman. Tickets $28/$23. Visit www.haydenwiseman.com.
• October 27: Social Table Tennis, 1pm-5pm at Maleny High School Activity Centre. All welcome.
• October 27: Combined Probus Club of Maleny, 10am at Uniting Church, Landsborough Rd. Call 5494 2351 for membership details.
• October 30: Fairfax Seniors Forum, 9am at Surfair Marcoola. Learn from expert speakers on maximising government support. Visit www.tedobrien.com.au.
• November 1: “Millennials Child” Comedy Play, 7pm at Black Box Theatre, Nambour. Runs Nov 1-3 and Nov 8-10. Tickets via www.trybooking.com.
• November 1: Frankie’s “Taste of Woombye” Event, 4pm at Frankie’s Woombye. Enjoy local charcuterie and cocktails. Book at www.frankieswoombye.com.
The State Election is on October 26. Nicklin candidate Melody Lindsay from the Legalise Cannabis Party is looking forward to it as are, below, Rob Skelton (ALP), Sue etheridge (Greens) and Marty Hunt (LNP).
Get your hands dirty at Yandina Community Gardens workshops
Yandina Community Gardens is gearing up to host two hands-on workshops at the Blue House, offering locals the chance to enhance their gardening skills.
On October 19th, from 9am to 11am, Rose Brown will lead a Plant Propagation workshop, where attendees can learn the art of growing new plants from cuttings, seeds, and more. It’s the perfect opportunity for anyone keen to expand their garden sustainably. Please bring gloves.
Following that, on November 16th from 9am to 11am, Rob Lawrence will guide a Tool Maintenance workshop. Participants will be taught essential techniques for keeping their gardening tools in top shape, ensuring they last for years to come.
Tickets for each workshop are $25 for Yandina Community Gardens members and $35 for non-members. Spots can be booked online at www.yandinacommunitygardens.com.au/workshops.
Sunshine Coast Model Boat Club regatta
The Sunshine Coast Model Boat Club regatta will be held on Lake MacDonald Cooroy on Sunday October 27.
The theme for the day is Tug Boats And Paddle Steamers. There will also be assorted model ships, yachts etc, both static displays and sailing on the lake, all radio controlled. The time is from 8am to 12.30pm.
All visitors are most welcome to come and see what models will be on display.
• For anyone interested, further information about our club can be had by going to scmbc.org.
Miniature trains return to Nambour on October 27
The Sunshine Coast Miniature Trains are gearing up for another public run day at their Miniature Train Park in Nambour on Sunday, 27 October 2024.
From 10am to 2.30pm, families and train enthusiasts alike are invited to enjoy rides on these meticulously crafted miniature trains.
Located at 1 Florence St, Nambour, the event is a favourite among locals, offering a unique and nostalgic experience. Visitors will be able to enjoy the fun of train rides in a park setting, with the society’s dedicated team ensuring an enjoyable day out for all.
• Inquiries phone 0417 769 993 (after 8am).
Big Pineapple Festival returns with new attractions
The Big Pineapple Festival is set to make its much-anticipated return on Saturday, October 19, at the iconic Big Pineapple fields in Woombye. Expected to attract around 14,000 people, the festival will feature a star-studded lineup including The Amity Affliction, Bliss N Eso, Peking Duk, Tones and I, and more.
Alongside the music, festival-goers can enjoy international cuisine at the new World Eats and Beats area and watch thrilling events like the Skate Jam and the inaugural Great Australian Pineapple Toss, featuring Olympic gold medallist Stephen Bradbury.
• Tickets, via Oztix are selling fast for the popular event, returning to the Sunshine Coast for the first time in four years.
T Birds to play at Yandina Country Music concert
Yandina welcomes guest artists the T Birds to the ACMA concert on Sunday 20th October. With songs that you know and love, and their on-stage energy, you can guarantee entertainment!
You’ll also enjoy popular country music and other upbeat, crowd-pleasing favourites from local artists backed by a great house band. See you at the Hall of Fame, 24 Steggalls Road, 12 noon start. Raffle and door prizes, byo lunch, free tea and coffee. Entry $10, members $8.
Enquiries 0437 191004.