This mornings catch was great aboard Noosa Fishing and Crab Adventures.

Graham from the U.K. with a nice 45cm Flathead!

Paul from Ireland with a cracker 40cm Whiting!

Music festival: The Big Pineapple Music Festival this Sat 30 May, 11am-11pm has John Butler Trio, The Jezabels, Violent Soho, Jebediah, Thundamentals, Dallas Frasca, Dune Rats and plenty more, Nambour Connection Rd, Woombye, 30 mins from Noosa, 18+ only.

Fun fair: Rides, fireworks, entertainment and more are at the Family Fun Fair, St Andrew’s Anglican College, Peregian Springs Dve, Peregian Springs this Sat 30 May, 11am-6pm CUISINEPaella Sunday: Sunday Seafood Paella at Sirocco, Noosaville this Sun 31 May serves up Cone Bay barramundi, Hervey Bay scallops, cuttlefish, Mooloolaba prawns, green lip mussels, chicken and chorizo, with a glass of sangria for 2 – all for $64.50. For lunch from noon and dinner from 5.30pm. Ph 5455 6688

Foodie fun: Foodies visiting Eumundi Markets will love Market Chef free cooking demonstrations, Wed 10-11am with chef Shane Bailey from Noosa Boathouse on Wed 3 June. Great recipes at eumundimarkets.com.au

ENTERTAINMENTPeregian Pictures: Jumanji screens at Peregian Pictures with Starry Nights Outdoor Movies under the stars this Sat 30 May, 6.30pm, in the park next to Peregian Surf Club

Job’s Right: Great comedy theatre with Job’s Right – The Second Coat at The J, Noosa Heads this Wed 3, Thurs 4 and Sat 6 June, 7.30pm. $40/$35. Ph 5329 6560 or see thej.com.au

Comedy night: Comedian George Smilovici is at Tewantin Noosa RSL, Sat 30 May, 8pm, $20. Ph 5447 1766

Live music: Check out great live music in Noosa from 29 May-4 June
Bohemian Bungalow in Eumundi has Bek-Jean Stewart this Sat 30 May, noon-2pm; and on Sun see Mo Swagger, 12.30-2.30pm
Bevan Spiers is free at KB’s at Nomads Noosa on Sun 31 May, 6-9pm, and see Cory Carlyon on Wed 3 June, 8-11pm
At the Noosa Reef Hotel, Noosa Heads see James Sinclair and LMNOP this Fri 29 May, 9pm; on Sat, see Benny, James Sinclair, Funckt, Traita, LMNOP from 9pm; on Sun see RG3 from 4pm
Dodgy Rog is free at Harbour Wine Bar, Noosa Marina, Tewantin Fri 29 May, 5.30pm
The Cocker Experience is at Tewantin-Noosa RSL on Fri 29 May, 8pm, $10; Trilogy are free on Sat, 8pm; and Janice J is free on Thurs 28 May, 7pm
Café Le Monde has DJs this Fri, Sat and Sun; Shannon Sol Carroll on Sun 31 May, 3pm; and live music on Thurs 4 June, 6.30pm
Ryan Giles is free at Noosa Yacht & Rowing Club on Sun 31 May, 2pm
At Crawdaddy’s, upstairs Bay Village, Hastings St see Band of Frequencies and The Tea Society, this Fri 29 May, 9pm, $10
Live music at Shades Wine Bar, Noosa Junction on Wednesday and Saturday
Coolum Surf Club has live music this Fri 29 May
Red on Thomas has live music every Thurs 6-9pm and Sun 3.30-6.30pm
See Sexual Chocolate on the deck at Sunshine Beach Surf Club, this Sun 31 May, 3-6pm
Late-night grooves Sat from 9pm at the Supper Club, Miss Moneypenny’s, Hastings St
Carl Wockner is at Noosa Beach House Bar, Hastings St on Fri 29 May, 8-11pm; The Vibe are on Sun 31 May, 2.30-5.30pm; Flamarique are on Wed 3 June, 6.30-8.30pm
WHY NOT…
Bike On: See Noosa by bike with a great May special from Bike On – hire 1 bike for a full day and get a 2nd bike half-price. They have family, kids, mountain bikes and road rides. Also MTB tours in and around Noosa. Ph 5474 3322 and quote ‘Noosa Alive’

SUP afternoon: Join the stand-up paddle fun with Adventure Sports Kite Surf in a group paddle from behind the AFL grounds in Noosaville, through Weyba Creek and on to Lions Park, Noosa Heads, this Sun 31 May, 3pm. Stay for a drink or meal at Halse Lodge fterwards. Ph 5455 6677 for info or to hire a board for the event

Tiger talk: One of Richmond AFL club’s greats, Michael Roach, is guest speaker at Noosa Tigers President’s lunch this Sat 30 May. $60 for lunch and beverages before the game. Contact tony@hotellaguna.com.au

Marina in May: Hop on the Noosa Ferry from Hastings St and Noosaville, buy an all-day pass and head to Noosa Marina. The River Deck and Rump House restaurants have superb river views and meals, Café Vin Cino is open from breakfast and Harbour Wine Bar has coffees and drinks all day. See Hearts and Minds Art’s new gallery, or walk to Noosa Regional Gallery. Check out Marina Markets on a Sunday morning

For more about what to do in Noosa, call into the Noosa Visitor Information Centres at Hastings Street or Noosa Marina in Tewantin. Phone +61 7 5430 5000 or 1 3000 NOOSA (1 3000 66672).

A couple of great muddies caught in the Noosa river on today’s charter aboard the Noosa Fishing and Crab Adventures.

UPCOMING EVENTS Ultimate sports: Swim, cycle and run at this weekend’s Noosa Ultimate Sports Festival, 23-24 May, with something for all sports fans and supporters. Festival Village in Noosa Woods, at the end of Hastings St has a sports and lifestyle expo and entertainment. There’s an event to suit all ages and abilities, taking in Noosa’s beautiful surrounds, including 3.8km, 2km, 1km, 500m swims from Little Cove; 160km, 85km cycles through the hinterland and 21.1km, 10km, 5km runs. See noosaultimatesportsfest.com
Morning tea: Enjoy a beautiful morning tea and help raise money for the Cancer Council at Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea events this Thurs 28 May at Noosa Blue Resort, Noosa Heads, 9.30-11.30am; and at Noosa Yacht & Rowing Club, 9.30am (ph 0409 385 566)

CUISINE
Japanese at its best: Find out why Wasabi Restaurant & Bar in Quamby Place, Noosa Sound has just been named in The Australian Financial Review’s list of Australia’s Top 100 Restaurants. Wasabi showcasing seasonal, regional produce was number 2 of the Qld restaurants, at no 53. Ph 5449 2443 or wasabisb.com
Pop Up: Pop Up Specials are at Embassy XO, Sunshine Beach every Thursday and Friday, 4-7pm. Try $1 Duck Buns plus other great specials in the Lounge Bar this week

ENTERTAINMENT
Live music: Check out great live music in Noosa from 22-28 May
 The Cherry Dolls, All Strings Attached, Liam Kennedy-Clark and Lecia Louise are at Cooroy Originals with live music in Apex Park, Cooroy this Sun 24 May from 1pm
 See Humidors on the deck at Sunshine Beach Surf Club, this Sun 24 May, 3-6pm
 Late-night grooves Sat from 9pm at the Supper Club, Miss Moneypenny’s, Hastings St
 Ryan Giles is at the Imperial Hotel, Eumundi this Fri 22 May, 6.30pm; Georgina and Mitch are on Sat from 6.30pm; Jake Fox is on Sun from 11.30am
 Romeo’s Apprentice are at Tewantin-Noosa RSL on Fri 22 May, 8pm, $10; The Retronomes are free on Sat, 8pm; and Janice J is free on Thurs 28 May, 7pm
 At the Noosa Reef Hotel, Noosa Heads see James Sinclair and LMNOP this Fri 22 May, 9pm; on Sat, see James Sinclair, Funckt, Traita, LMNOP, Wintex from 9pm; on Sun see RG3 from 4pm
 Luiz Carlos is free at Harbour Wine Bar, Noosa Marina, Tewantin Fri 22 May, 5.30pm
 Café Le Monde has DJs this Fri and Sat; Ella Fence plays on Sun, 3pm; and Doolie Shadforth, Jason Daniels and Brothers are free on Thurs 28 May, 6.30pm
 Janice J Duo are free at Noosa Yacht & Rowing Club on Sun 24 May, 2pm  Bohemian Bungalow, Eumundi has Lee Hardisty, Sat 23 May, noon-2pm; Matt Stillert, Sun, 12.30-2.30pm
 Harry Kemp at KB’s, Nomads Noosa, Sun 24 May, 6-9pm; see Stealing Lincoln on Wed 27 May, 8-11pm
 At Crawdaddy’s, upstairs Bay Village, Hastings St see Shannon Sol Carroll, Fri 22 May, 7pm, free; The Cool Rulers and The Lyrical this Sat 8pm, $10; The Lyrical, Sun, 6-9pm; and Thump on Mon, 7.30pm, free
 Live music at Shades Wine Bar, Noosa Junction on Wednesday and Saturday
 Coolum Surf Club has live music this Fri 22 May
 Red on Thomas has live music every Thurs 6-9pm and Sun 3.30-6.30pm
 Andrew Lawson is at Noosa Beach House Bar, Hastings St on Sun 24 May, 2.30-5.30pm; Carl Wockner is on Wed 27 May, 6.30-8.30pm

WHY NOT….
Eco Cruise: See and learn about Noosa’s history and amazing birds, river life and flora on a 2hr Noosa Eco Cruise, Tues and Thurs. Includes river cruise, nature walk, morning tea and all-day Noosa Ferry pass (same day. Must book on 5449 8442
Botanic birds: Join nature photographer and birder Karl Granzien for a stroll through Noosa Botanic Gardens on the shores of Lake Macdonald, Sun 24 May, 7am and find out about the birds that visit Noosa. Stay for a botanic guide at 9.30am. The gardens are on Lake Macdonald Drive, Cooroy
Noosa gift: Buy a Noosa Gift Certificate from the Visitor Information Centre in Hastings St and give a Noosa experience to someone special. Ph 1 3000 66672 or drop in
See more at visitnoosa.com.au/thisweek or visitnoosa.com.au/events

Welcome to Noosa, with its beautiful natural surrounds, cosmopolitan atmosphere and vibrant calendar of events! If you’re looking for something to do during your holidays, we’ve put together some ideas for you.

For more ideas call into the Noosa Visitor Information Centres at Hastings Street, Parkyn’s Hut or Noosa Marina in Tewantin. Phone +61 7 5430 5000 or Freecall 1 3000 NOOSA (66672)

UPCOMING EVENTS

Noosa Food & Wine 2016: Join food and wine enthusiasts from all over the nation as they descend on Noosa from 20-22 May for Noosa Food & Wine 2016.

Event-goers can look forward to discovering new flavours alongside great Australian wines, artisan foods and culinary talent with some of Australia’s leading chefs and producers and the finest Queensland produce in one of Australia’s leading food destinations, Noosa.

Events include a Makepeace Island Seafood Experience, Welcome Opening Cocktail Party on Noosa Main Beach, A Taste of Noosa with Guest Chefs at some of Noosa’s best restaurants, The Paleo Way Discussion with Pete Evans, The Noosa Street Feast – a long lunch on Hastings Street, The Wine Tastings Quarter with 20 of Australia’s top wineries, Breakfast with the Boys – Surfers Versus Chefs, Producers Meet The Chefs Cooking Demos at Noosa Farmers Markets, The ‘You’re Better on Beef’ BBQ by the River and the finale Full Moon Asian Flavours Farewell Party. For program and ticket information visit www.noosafoodwinefestival.com.au

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/noosafoodandwine
Instagram: @noosafoodandwine https://www.instagram.com/noosafoodandwine
Twitter: @noosafood_wine https://twitter.com/noosafood_wine

Mates4Mates: Noosa welcomes 10 British and 10 Australian war veterans through Mates4Mates, supporting Defence Force members who have suffered injuries as a result of their service. Hear the veterans share their stories at Noosa Heads Surf Club this Mon 18 May, 6.30-7.30pm. There’s also a golf day and auction at Noosa Springs on Tues, with prizes including a 1934 signed Don Bradman bat, signed Matthew Hayden cricket bat, signed Broncos jersey and more

CUISINE

Gusto lunch: There’s a great lunch deal at Gusto, Noosaville this month – char-grilled Atlantic salmon fillet, fattoush salad, yoghurt dressing for $25 including a glass of wine. Available Mon-Sat. It’s a perfect time of year to sit back on the Gusto deck and admire the stunning river view. Book on 5449 7144

Market chef: Learn from the experts at the Market Chef kitchen at Eumundi Markets, Wed 20 May, 10-11am, with a free cooking demonstration with chef Nilla Tomkins from belmondos organic market
ENTERTAINMENT

Comedy Club: Sunshine Beach Surf Club presents The Sit Down Comedy Club with Dave Williams, Melinda Buttle and Rob Brown this Fri 8 May from 8pm, dinner from 6pm. Book on 5447 5491

Jazz brew: The Famous Brew are at Noosa Heads Jazz Club, The J, Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads this Sat 9 May, 7.30pm. Club members $20, guests $25, budget bar open. Ph 5447 2229

Live music: Check out great live music in Noosa from 8-14 May
Sahara Beck, bearfoot, Dan Hannaford, Landerz-i and Beats Cartel are at Peregian Originals outdoor concert this Sun 10 May, 1-5pm, next to Peregian Surf Club
See Mick Lindsay on the deck at Sunshine Beach Surf Club, this Sun 10 May, 3-6pm
Plan B Jazz are free at Harbour Wine Bar, Noosa Marina, Tewantin Fri 8 May, 5.30pm
Café Le Monde has DJs this Fri and Sat; Gian plays on Sun, 3pm; and Andrew Lawson, Shannon Sol Carroll and Isaac McGovern are free on Thurs 14 May, 6.30pm
Bohemian Bungalow, Eumundi has Sue-Anne Stewart, Sat 9 May, noon-2pm; Sue Bond Jazz, Sun 12.30pm
Dan Millane, free, KB’s, Nomads Noosa, Sun 10 May, 6-9pm, and see Mick Lindsay on Wed 13 May, 8-11pm
At the Noosa Reef Hotel, Noosa Heads see James Sinclair and LMNOP this Fri 8 May, 9pm; on Sat, see James Sinclair, LMNOP, Benny, Wintex and Jasti from 9pm; on Sun there’s a live band in Flanagan’s Bar
At Noosa Beach House Bar, Hastings St see Tall Guy With Glasses on Sun 10 May, 2.30-5.30pm; Andrew Jolly is on Wed 13 May, 6.30-8.30pm
Little Steely Bros are at Tewantin-Noosa RSL on Fri 8 May, 8pm, $10; Ultimate Bee Gees are free on Sat, 8pm; and Tanya Stevens is free on Thurs 14 May, 7pm
Hailey Calvert is at Crawdaddy’s, Bay Village, Hastings St, Fri 8 May, 8.30pm; Old Fashioned are on Sat, 8pm
Late-night grooves every Sat from 9pm at the Supper Club, Miss Moneypenny’s, Hastings St
Live music at Shades Wine Bar, Noosa Junction on Wednesday and Saturday
Coolum Surf Club has live music this Fri 8 May

WHY NOT…
Yoga on the water: Try something new with stand-up paddle Yoga and fitness on the beautiful Noosa River this Sat 16 May from 9.30pm with Pilates By the Sea. Must book on 0413 342 910

Theme park transfers: Australia Zoo and Aussie World theme parks are just a short trip from Noosa and Con-x-ion now does transfers to and from these attractions. Book on 5450 5933 or 1 3000 66672

Perfect spa duo: Relax with a 60min Balinese massage and 30min mini facial Prana Duo Package atIkatan Day Spa, Doonan. $195 to ease muscle tension and refresh skin. Ph 5471 1199 or see ikatanspa.com

See Noosa by bike: Hire a bike and take yourself along the beautiful beach and riverfront bikeways or hinterland trails – try a new tandem electric bike! Or join a guided tour down Mt Tinbeerwah or through the Noosa Trail Network. Call the Noosa Visitor Information Centre on 1 3000 NOOSA for more information

Relax and unwind: At a glorious day spa, at Yoga or Pilates sessions or with an in-room massage – a perfect supplement to your Noosa winter holiday. Indulge with rejuvenating pick-me-up treatments from facials to full body massages, hydromassage pools and body scrubs. See visitnoosa.com.au/relax

Eco Cruise: See and learn about Noosa’s nature, history and amazing birds, marine life and flora on Noosa Ferry’s Noosa Eco Cruise, with spectacular beach, river and mountain views, Tues and Thurs. Includes river cruise, guided nature walk, morning tea, same day Noosa Ferry day pass. Book on 5449 8442

Learn to surf: Feel the thrill of standing up on wave for the first time and learn to surf in Noosa’s safe waters while on holiday. Ask at the Noosa Visitor Information Centre, Hastings St, ph 1 3000 NOOSA or see visitnoosa.com.au/play

Kayak time: Explore Noosa’s beautiful waterways by kayak from Laguna Bay to Noosa River, tranquil Weyba Creek, Noosa Sound canals, the lakes or up to the pristine Noosa Everglades. You’ll see, hear and experience wildlife and nature as never before. Hire a kayak and take yourself or join a guided tour. Call the Noosa Visitor Information Centre on 1 3000 66672, drop in or see visitnoosa.com.au/play

Saddle up: Enjoy a range of horse riding adventures with experienced guides – Discover beautiful Lake Weyba with Noosa Horse Riding. Go along Noosa North Shore beach or bush with Equathon Horse Riding. Take a guided trail ride through rainforest and farmland in Noosa hinterland with Mary Valley Adventure Trails or join a trail ride through Noosa hinterland with Noosa Horses, just 10 minutes from Noosa. Ask at the Noosa Visitor Information Centre in Hastings St or phone 1 3000 66672

Treasure trove: Take home a memento or two of your Noosa holiday and explore the gorgeous stores that line Hastings St, Noosa Junction, Peregian Village, Sunshine Beach, Noosaville, Noosa Marina, Tewantin and the hinterland villages of Cooroy, Pomona and Eumundi. From fashion, homewares, surfboards and jewellery to art, furniture and handmade designs, you’ll find something unique to be treasured at home

River fishing: Explore the beautiful waters and wildlife of Noosa River while fishing, crabbing and sight-seeing with Noosa Fishing and Crab Adventures. Gear and lunch provided, morning and afternoon tours available. Ph 5449 7984

Markets: Find something yummy or unique with locally made products, art, craft and food at markets around Noosa: Original Eumundi Markets, Wednesday and Saturday morning; Noosa Farmers Market, every Sunday, 6am-noon, AFL grounds, Weyba Rd, Noosaville; Noosa Marina Markets, every Sunday, 8am-2pm, Parkyn Court, Tewantin; Pomona Country Markets, 2nd and 4th Saturdays every month, 6.30am-noon, Stan Topper Park, Pomona; Cooroy Community Markets, every Thursday, 8am-1pm, RSL Hall, Maple St; Peregian Markets, 1st and 3rd Sundays every month, 7am-12.30pm, Kingfisher Park, Peregian Beach Foreshore; Cooroy Grass Roots Markets, 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturday, 7am-noon, Memorial Hall, Maple St; Kin Kin Creations Market, 1st Sunday every month, 9am-1pm, Kin Kin Oval; Eumundi Square Markets, every Wednesday (7.30am-2pm), Friday (8.30am-2pm) and Saturday (7.30am-2pm); Noosa Kids and Baby Market, last Sunday every month (except July and December), 8-11am, Noosa Leisure Centre, Wallace Drive, Noosaville

Noosa by ferry: The Noosa Ferry is a beautiful way to see Noosa, with stops between Noosa Marina at Tewantin, Noosaville and the Sheraton Jetty in Noosa Heads, 7 days a week from 9.15am-6.40pm – the perfect way to get to and from your favourite Noosa restaurant. There are also special Sunset Cruises with a free ticket on the evening service. Ph 5449 8442 or see noosaferry.com

Explore: Get out and about and explore with tours from Noosa to World Heritage-listed Fraser Island, kayak the pristine Noosa Everglades, go cruising or fishing on Noosa River, kayak or take a jet boat tour into Laguna Bay, join a bike tour through Tewantin National Park, abseil down Mt Tinbeerwah or hire a car and head to the beautiful hinterland. Phone the Noosa Visitor Information Centre on 1 3000 66672, call in at Hastings St or Noosa Marina or see visitnoosa.com.au/play

See Noosa from the water on a stand-up paddle board (it’s easy), surfboard (lessons are fun), kayak (take a tour or hire and take yourself), hire a party pontoon and enjoy a river picnic, jump on a hire jet-ski, join a fishing tour, book the gondola or classic wooden power boat, the Noosa Ferry or action-packed jet boat. Ask at Visitor Information Centres in Hastings St or Noosa Marina, ph 1 3000 66672 or CLICK HERE

Messing about on boats: Explore the beautiful Noosa River and its bird and marine life – drive yourself on a party pontoon or hire boat, get on-board the Noosa Eco Cruise, take a fishing and crabbing tour, a Noosa Ferry between Noosa Marina and Hastings St, Noosa Queen sunset tour, Noosa River and Canal Cruise, dine on the Noosa Cruising Restaurant, indulge on the Noosa Gondola or Noosa Dreamboats’ 1940s power boat, take a boat trip or guided and self guided kayaking tour to the ancient Noosa Everglades, or hire a kayak or stand-up paddle board – phone 1 3000 NOOSA, see Visitor Information Centres in Hastings Street or Noosa Marina, or see visitnoosa.com.au

River of mirrors: Discover the Noosa Everglades, the river of mirrors, and its magnificent wildlife and pristine wilderness with guided and self-guided kayak tours, or by boat from Noosaville. Find out more at the Visitor Information Centre, Hastings St, Noosa Heads or phone 1 3000 66672

Lookout!: See a magical Noosa sunrise or sunset with a bird’s eye view from one of Noosa’s easily accessible lookouts. Drive along Viewland Dve, Noosa Heads to Noosa Lookout or walk up the steps along Morwong Dve at the end of Hastings St – it’s worth it! Mt Tinbeerwah (wheelchair access) is only a 10-min drive from Noosa Heads, along Noosa-Cooroy Rd and turn right into Tinbeerwah Rd. And for the more adventurous, head to Mt Cooroora in Pomona and Mt Coolum for spectacular views

Tee-off: From championship courses to greens for families and beginners on holiday, the Noosa region has a range of beautiful golf courses. See visitnoosa.com.au/play-golf or phone us on 1 3000 NOOSA

Hire a car and take a country drive through the Noosa hinterland with spectacular views, lakes, forests and volcanic formations. Visit country towns, walk the Noosa trails, climb a mountain and call in to a country pub in Eumundi, Cooroy, Pomona, Boreen Point or Kin Kin. Pick up a Noosa map from Visitor Information Centres in Hastings St or Noosa Marina, ph 1 3000 66672 or see visitnoosa.com.au

River sunset: See amazing sunsets from Noosa River with Noosa Cruising Restaurant’s luxury sunset dinner cruise from Noosa Marina. Noosa Ferry has a BYO $20 sunset cruise with departures from Tewantin, Noosaville, Noosa Sound and Noosa Heads. Noosa Queen’s $10 sunset cruise takes in Lake Cooroibah and river life – fully licensed bar onboard. Noosa River and Canal Cruises has BYO $20 sunset cruises Wednesdays to Saturdays. Phone 1 3000 66672 or ask at Noosa Visitor Information Centres in Hastings St or Noosa Marina

Gift from Noosa: Give friends and relatives a Noosa experience with a Noosa Gift Certificate from the Visitor Information Centre in Hastings St – available for a tour or activity, or buy a Noosa Experience credit so they book an experience of their choice. Ph 1 3000 66672 or drop in to the centre

Out and about: It’s a beautiful time of year to explore Noosa’s nature – take a walk along a beach anywhere between Coolum, Peregian or Noosa Heads; hire a boat on the river; walk around the bays through Noosa National Park; take a tour to Fraser Island; head for the hinterland; learn to surf, skydive or abseil; hire a canoe and explore the waterways at your own pace; take the ferry between Noosa Marina and Hastings Street; enjoy fish and chips by the river; take an action-packed adventure boat ride – there’s plenty of fun to be had. Ask at the Visitor Information Centres in Hastings Street and Noosa Marina or see visitnoosa.com.au. Pick up a copy of the Noosa Holiday Guide which is also available as an e-book

For more about what to do in Noosa, call into the Noosa Visitor Information Centres at Hastings Street or Noosa Marina in Tewantin. Phone +61 7 5430 5000 or 1 3000 NOOSA (1 3000 66672).

We are seeing a lot of movement with the Sand whiting the last few days as the water is cooling down, best baits being yabbies, worms and prawns.

David from Melbourne with a decent 40cm whiting.

Stewart from Sunshine Beach with a ripper 40cm whiting!

Welcome to Noosa, with its beautiful natural surrounds, cosmopolitan atmosphere and vibrant calendar of events! If you’re looking for something to do during your holidays, we’ve put together some ideas for you.

For more ideas call into the Noosa Visitor Information Centres at Hastings Street, Parkyn’s Hut or Noosa Marina in Tewantin. Phone +61 7 5430 5000 or Freecall 1 3000 NOOSA (66672)
UPCOMING EVENTS

Cooroy Fusion: The Cooroy Fusion Festival this Sat 9 May in the Cooroy Mill Place precinct, Noosa hinterland, 9am-3.30pm has live music, wildlife, woodwork and orchid shows, Aboriginal stories and music, great food, animal farm, classic cars, children’s fun, markets, workshops and … bubble soccer! On the main stage, see Isaac McGovern from The Voice, Andrea Kirwin, Triple Minx, Little Sees Theatre Company and more. Entry to the main festival is free

Amazing race: See the ultimate challenge down under as the international Ultraman event comes to Noosa for the first time, 9-11 May. Ultra athletes will do a 10km swim, 420km bike ride and 84.4km run through the region. The opening is in front of Noosa Heads Surf Club this Sat at 5.50am before the ocean swim starts. Stage 1 bike race through the Noosa hinterland starts from the surf club car park on Sat 7.30am and stage 2 starts 5.30am Sunday. The run through Noosa Heads and along the eastern beaches starts at 5.30am Mon

CUISINE

River festival: The Noosa Boathouse Stone and Wood River Festival on Thurs 14 May will have great food and music on the Noosa Boathouse lawn, Gympie Tce, Noosaville, 3-10pm. Grab a beer from the Bonnie the Caravan mobile bar, sit back and listen to tunes from Mick Lindsay and East of Eden, and enjoy street food from Noosa Boathouse chef Shane Bailey. Free entry. Bring a rug and the family and enjoy sunset on the river

Food and wine: The Noosa International Food and Wine Festival kicks off on Thurs 14 May with the Westpac Ruby Luncheon, food trails and guest chef lunches. The festival continues in Festival Village, Lions Park, Noosa Heads and at restaurants around town until Sunday 17 May with some of the best international and Australian chefs, food producers, winemakers, entertainers and foodies for 4 days of fun, food, wine and music.
ENTERTAINMENT

Comedy Club: Sunshine Beach Surf Club presents The Sit Down Comedy Club with Dave Williams, Melinda Buttle and Rob Brown this Fri 8 May from 8pm, dinner from 6pm. Book on 5447 5491

Jazz brew: The Famous Brew are at Noosa Heads Jazz Club, The J, Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads this Sat 9 May, 7.30pm. Club members $20, guests $25, budget bar open. Ph 5447 2229

Live music: Check out great live music in Noosa from 8-14 May
Sahara Beck, bearfoot, Dan Hannaford, Landerz-i and Beats Cartel are at Peregian Originals outdoor concert this Sun 10 May, 1-5pm, next to Peregian Surf Club
See Mick Lindsay on the deck at Sunshine Beach Surf Club, this Sun 10 May, 3-6pm
Plan B Jazz are free at Harbour Wine Bar, Noosa Marina, Tewantin Fri 8 May, 5.30pm
Café Le Monde has DJs this Fri and Sat; Gian plays on Sun, 3pm; and Andrew Lawson, Shannon Sol Carroll and Isaac McGovern are free on Thurs 14 May, 6.30pm
Bohemian Bungalow, Eumundi has Sue-Anne Stewart, Sat 9 May, noon-2pm; Sue Bond Jazz, Sun 12.30pm
Dan Millane, free, KB’s, Nomads Noosa, Sun 10 May, 6-9pm, and see Mick Lindsay on Wed 13 May, 8-11pm
At the Noosa Reef Hotel, Noosa Heads see James Sinclair and LMNOP this Fri 8 May, 9pm; on Sat, see James Sinclair, LMNOP, Benny, Wintex and Jasti from 9pm; on Sun there’s a live band in Flanagan’s Bar
At Noosa Beach House Bar, Hastings St see Tall Guy With Glasses on Sun 10 May, 2.30-5.30pm; Andrew Jolly is on Wed 13 May, 6.30-8.30pm
Little Steely Bros are at Tewantin-Noosa RSL on Fri 8 May, 8pm, $10; Ultimate Bee Gees are free on Sat, 8pm; and Tanya Stevens is free on Thurs 14 May, 7pm
Hailey Calvert is at Crawdaddy’s, Bay Village, Hastings St, Fri 8 May, 8.30pm; Old Fashioned are on Sat, 8pm
Late-night grooves every Sat from 9pm at the Supper Club, Miss Moneypenny’s, Hastings St
Live music at Shades Wine Bar, Noosa Junction on Wednesday and Saturday
Coolum Surf Club has live music this Fri 8 May

WHY NOT…
Mother’s Day: Show mum some love this Mother’s Day, Sunday 9 May with a reservation at her favourite Noosa restaurant, a high tea, river cruise, spa treatment, adventure voucher, round of golf, take her shopping or book her in for a couple of nights at a fabulous Noosa resort. See visitnoosa.com.au/events for great ideas or let her choose her own fun with a Noosa Gift Voucher from our Visitor Information Centre in Hastings St

Outdoor movie: Bring a rug for Back to the Future under the stars at Noosaville Lions Park, Gympie Tce, this Fri 8 May, 6.30pm. Entry by donation

Pop-up art: As part of the Pop-Up Art Series, printmaker and artist Victoria Atkins will do a printmaking demonstration on collographs at the Butter Factory Arts Centre, Cooroy, Tues 12 May, 10am-1pm. See noosa.qld.gov.au/butter-factory-arts-centre or ph 5329 6580

Theme park transfers: Australia Zoo and Aussie World theme parks are just a short trip from Noosa and Con-x-ion now does transfers to and from these attractions. Book on 5450 5933 or 1 3000 66672

Perfect spa duo: Relax with a 60min Balinese massage and 30min mini facial Prana Duo Package atIkatan Day Spa, Doonan. $195 to ease muscle tension and refresh skin. Ph 5471 1199 or see ikatanspa.com

See Noosa by bike: Hire a bike and take yourself along the beautiful beach and riverfront bikeways or hinterland trails – try a new tandem electric bike! Or join a guided tour down Mt Tinbeerwah or through the Noosa Trail Network. Call the Noosa Visitor Information Centre on 1 3000 NOOSA for more information

Relax and unwind: At a glorious day spa, at Yoga or Pilates sessions or with an in-room massage – a perfect supplement to your Noosa winter holiday. Indulge with rejuvenating pick-me-up treatments from facials to full body massages, hydromassage pools and body scrubs. See visitnoosa.com.au/relax

Eco Cruise: See and learn about Noosa’s nature, history and amazing birds, marine life and flora on Noosa Ferry’s Noosa Eco Cruise, with spectacular beach, river and mountain views, Tues and Thurs. Includes river cruise, guided nature walk, morning tea, same day Noosa Ferry day pass. Book on 5449 8442

Learn to surf: Feel the thrill of standing up on wave for the first time and learn to surf in Noosa’s safe waters while on holiday. Ask at the Noosa Visitor Information Centre, Hastings St, ph 1 3000 NOOSA or see visitnoosa.com.au/play

Kayak time: Explore Noosa’s beautiful waterways by kayak from Laguna Bay to Noosa River, tranquil Weyba Creek, Noosa Sound canals, the lakes or up to the pristine Noosa Everglades. You’ll see, hear and experience wildlife and nature as never before. Hire a kayak and take yourself or join a guided tour. Call the Noosa Visitor Information Centre on 1 3000 66672, drop in or see visitnoosa.com.au/play

Saddle up: Enjoy a range of horse riding adventures with experienced guides – Discover beautiful Lake Weyba with Noosa Horse Riding. Go along Noosa North Shore beach or bush with Equathon Horse Riding. Take a guided trail ride through rainforest and farmland in Noosa hinterland with Mary Valley Adventure Trails or join a trail ride through Noosa hinterland with Noosa Horses, just 10 minutes from Noosa. Ask at the Noosa Visitor Information Centre in Hastings St or phone 1 3000 66672

Treasure trove: Take home a memento or two of your Noosa holiday and explore the gorgeous stores that line Hastings St, Noosa Junction, Peregian Village, Sunshine Beach, Noosaville, Noosa Marina, Tewantin and the hinterland villages of Cooroy, Pomona and Eumundi. From fashion, homewares, surfboards and jewellery to art, furniture and handmade designs, you’ll find something unique to be treasured at home

River fishing: Explore the beautiful waters and wildlife of Noosa River while fishing, crabbing and sight-seeing with Noosa Fishing and Crab Adventures. Gear and lunch provided, morning and afternoon tours available. Ph 5449 7984

Markets: Find something yummy or unique with locally made products, art, craft and food at markets around Noosa: Original Eumundi Markets, Wednesday and Saturday morning; Noosa Farmers Market, every Sunday, 6am-noon, AFL grounds, Weyba Rd, Noosaville; Noosa Marina Markets, every Sunday, 8am-2pm, Parkyn Court, Tewantin; Pomona Country Markets, 2nd and 4th Saturdays every month, 6.30am-noon, Stan Topper Park, Pomona; Cooroy Community Markets, every Thursday, 8am-1pm, RSL Hall, Maple St; Peregian Markets, 1st and 3rd Sundays every month, 7am-12.30pm, Kingfisher Park, Peregian Beach Foreshore; Cooroy Grass Roots Markets, 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturday, 7am-noon, Memorial Hall, Maple St; Kin Kin Creations Market, 1st Sunday every month, 9am-1pm, Kin Kin Oval; Eumundi Square Markets, every Wednesday (7.30am-2pm), Friday (8.30am-2pm) and Saturday (7.30am-2pm); Noosa Kids and Baby Market, last Sunday every month (except July and December), 8-11am, Noosa Leisure Centre, Wallace Drive, Noosaville

Noosa by ferry: The Noosa Ferry is a beautiful way to see Noosa, with stops between Noosa Marina at Tewantin, Noosaville and the Sheraton Jetty in Noosa Heads, 7 days a week from 9.15am-6.40pm – the perfect way to get to and from your favourite Noosa restaurant. There are also special Sunset Cruises with a free ticket on the evening service. Ph 5449 8442 or see noosaferry.com

Explore: Get out and about and explore with tours from Noosa to World Heritage-listed Fraser Island, kayak the pristine Noosa Everglades, go cruising or fishing on Noosa River, kayak or take a jet boat tour into Laguna Bay, join a bike tour through Tewantin National Park, abseil down Mt Tinbeerwah or hire a car and head to the beautiful hinterland. Phone the Noosa Visitor Information Centre on 1 3000 66672, call in at Hastings St or Noosa Marina or see visitnoosa.com.au/play

See Noosa from the water on a stand-up paddle board (it’s easy), surfboard (lessons are fun), kayak (take a tour or hire and take yourself), hire a party pontoon and enjoy a river picnic, jump on a hire jet-ski, join a fishing tour, book the gondola or classic wooden power boat, the Noosa Ferry or action-packed jet boat. Ask at Visitor Information Centres in Hastings St or Noosa Marina, ph 1 3000 66672 or CLICK HERE

Messing about on boats: Explore the beautiful Noosa River and its bird and marine life – drive yourself on a party pontoon or hire boat, get on-board the Noosa Eco Cruise, take a fishing and crabbing tour, a Noosa Ferry between Noosa Marina and Hastings St, Noosa Queen sunset tour, Noosa River and Canal Cruise, dine on the Noosa Cruising Restaurant, indulge on the Noosa Gondola or Noosa Dreamboats’ 1940s power boat, take a boat trip or guided and self guided kayaking tour to the ancient Noosa Everglades, or hire a kayak or stand-up paddle board – phone 1 3000 NOOSA, see Visitor Information Centres in Hastings Street or Noosa Marina, or see visitnoosa.com.au

River of mirrors: Discover the Noosa Everglades, the river of mirrors, and its magnificent wildlife and pristine wilderness with guided and self-guided kayak tours, or by boat from Noosaville. Find out more at the Visitor Information Centre, Hastings St, Noosa Heads or phone 1 3000 66672

Noosa park run: Test your time or just enjoy a friendly run at the free, weekly Noosa Park Run, a 5km timed run or walk every Saturday, 7am, leaving from Noosaville State School, Beckmans Rd, Noosaville. Open for old and young, serious runners or those trying it for the first time. Register at parkrun.com.au/noosa

Lookout!: See a magical Noosa sunrise or sunset with a bird’s eye view from one of Noosa’s easily accessible lookouts. Drive along Viewland Dve, Noosa Heads to Noosa Lookout or walk up the steps along Morwong Dve at the end of Hastings St – it’s worth it! Mt Tinbeerwah (wheelchair access) is only a 10-min drive from Noosa Heads, along Noosa-Cooroy Rd and turn right into Tinbeerwah Rd. And for the more adventurous, head to Mt Cooroora in Pomona and Mt Coolum for spectacular views

Tee-off: From championship courses to greens for families and beginners on holiday, the Noosa region has a range of beautiful golf courses. See visitnoosa.com.au/play-golf or phone us on 1 3000 NOOSA

Hire a car and take a country drive through the Noosa hinterland with spectacular views, lakes, forests and volcanic formations. Visit country towns, walk the Noosa trails, climb a mountain and call in to a country pub in Eumundi, Cooroy, Pomona, Boreen Point or Kin Kin. Pick up a Noosa map from Visitor Information Centres in Hastings St or Noosa Marina, ph 1 3000 66672 or see visitnoosa.com.au

River sunset: See amazing sunsets from Noosa River with Noosa Cruising Restaurant’s luxury sunset dinner cruise from Noosa Marina. Noosa Ferry has a BYO $20 sunset cruise with departures from Tewantin, Noosaville, Noosa Sound and Noosa Heads. Noosa Queen’s $10 sunset cruise takes in Lake Cooroibah and river life – fully licensed bar onboard. Noosa River and Canal Cruises has BYO $20 sunset cruises Wednesdays to Saturdays. Phone 1 3000 66672 or ask at Noosa Visitor Information Centres in Hastings St or Noosa Marina

Stand up paddling: Learn to stand up paddle – it’s easy and fun for everyone and you see Noosa from the beautiful waterways. Ask at the Visitor Information Centre in Hastings St or phone 1 3000 NOOSA

Gift from Noosa: Give friends and relatives a Noosa experience with a Noosa Gift Certificate from the Visitor Information Centre in Hastings St – available for a tour or activity, or buy a Noosa Experience credit so they book an experience of their choice. Ph 1 3000 66672 or drop in to the centre

Out and about: It’s a beautiful time of year to explore Noosa’s nature – take a walk along a beach anywhere between Coolum, Peregian or Noosa Heads; hire a boat on the river; walk around the bays through Noosa National Park; take a tour to Fraser Island; head for the hinterland; learn to surf, skydive or abseil; hire a canoe and explore the waterways at your own pace; take the ferry between Noosa Marina and Hastings Street; enjoy fish and chips by the river; take an action-packed adventure boat ride – there’s plenty of fun to be had. Ask at the Visitor Information Centres in Hastings Street and Noosa Marina or see visitnoosa.com.au. Pick up a copy of the Noosa Holiday Guide which is also available as an e-book

For more about what to do in Noosa, call into the Noosa Visitor Information Centres at Hastings Street or Noosa Marina in Tewantin. Phone +61 7 5430 5000 or 1 3000 NOOSA (1 3000 66672).