Midnight Oil
Midnight Oil have announced their new album Resist and their final concert tour, which will stop on the Sunny Coast. The tour will see them performing classic Midnight Oil songs from across their repertoire while showcasing some new works. As the title makes abundantly clear, Resist engages with the issues of today, like the lead single “Rising Seas”, which tackles the climate crisis in typically uncompromising fashion.
When: Saturday, April 9, 4.30pm.
Where: Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina.
Tickets: From $121.90 via Sunshine Coast Stadium.
Riton – Concert
Riton is a Grammy Award-winning British producer. After a Grammy nomination for his track “Rinse & Repeat” in 2017, he took home a Grammy in 2019 for his production work on the Silk City (Mark Ronson and Diplo) track “Electricity” featuring Dua Lipa. He collaborated with Ronson and Diplo again on “Feel About You” featuring Mapei and Only Can Get Better. Opening for Riton are special guests KLP & Latifa Tee.
When: Thursday, April 7, 6pm to 10pm.
Where: NightQuarter, 8 The Avenue, Birtinya.
Tickets: From $40.80 via Moshtix.
Simon Hay – Aussie Medium
Simon Hay is a psychic medium, medical intuitive and healer and he travels Australia doing private sessions and events. At these events, Mr Hay shares messages and accurate information from spirit, but he’s also passionate about educating about energy healing and mediumship, so he is happy to answer audience questions about his career. If you’re curious about communicating to spirit and energy healing, you’ll love this event.
When: Friday, April 8, 7.30pm to 9.30pm.
Where: North Shore Community Centre, 701 David Low Way, Mudjimba.
Tickets: $45 via Event Brite.
Out And About Exhibition
Caloundra Regional Gallery in collaboration with Sunshine Coast Libraries presents the next exhibition for the Maroochydore Library Artspace – an exhibition by Out and About Art Group. The group is an assembly of local artists who work to interpret the local landscape. Their art reflects various impressions of the environment where they meet each week. Their paintings for the exhibition range from realism to abstraction, using experimental and traditional methods and a variety of media. Their exhibition’s focus highlights the natural characteristics of the local flora and landforms.
When: Thursday, April 7 to Saturday, May 21, 9am to 5pm.
Where: Maroochydore Library, 44 Sixth Avenue, Maroochydore.
Tickets: Free event, no registration required.
Katie Noonan Trio
April will see ARIA award-winning local artist Katie Noonan take to the stage with her trio at Eumundi School of Arts. Premiering all new music and featuring son Dexter Hurren on drums, this will be a special night of music. Joining the mum and son team is extraordinary bassist/producer Steele Chabau. The Katie Noonan Trio will be supported by songstress Sarah King.
When: Friday, April 8, 7.30pm.
Where: Eumundi School of Arts, 63 Memorial Drive, Eumundi.
Tickets: $56.10 via Oztix.
Swim The Island Mudjimba
Join the exclusive club of ocean swimmers who have ventured behind the island. Leaving the shore at Mudjimba, find yourself swimming out around iconic Old Woman Island, across a reef that’s home to curious turtles, before heading back to shore in time for coffee and breakfast. Whether you’re a serious swimmer looking for your next challenge or you want the ultimate event to step into open-water swimming, Swim The Island is a unique experience not to be missed.
When: Saturday, April 30, 6am to 10am.
Where: Mudjimba Esplanade, Mudjimba.
Tickets: $90 via Swim The Island.
Hypnotise Me!
Head along for an evening of hilarious hypnotic fun where amazing volunteers demonstrate the power of their unconscious minds in displays of hilarity and mayhem. Comedy hypnotist Andy Vening and his show is ready, willing, and able to let you experience something very special with his all-new special Hypnotise Me, touring nationally throughout 2022. This will be an evening you will remember for years, or your friends will never let you forget.
When: Saturday, April 9, 8pm.
Where: Currimundi Hotel, 32 Buderim Street, Currimundi.
Tickets: $34.90 via Oztix.
The Sunny Coast Rude Boys
The Sunny Coast Rude Boys are a 10-piece soundwave playing uplifting ska and reggae, and drawing on musical influences that have shaped this genre from the Jamaican movement through to UK Two Tone. The Rudies demonstrate a unique vision with the exuberance and freewheeling colour of contemporary ska and have crafted their sound with unexpected arrangements and seductive harmonies, powerful horns and foot-stomping drums.
When: Saturday, April 9, 7.30pm.
Where: Imperial Hotel Eumundi, 1 Etheridge Street, Eumundi.
Tickets: $28.60 via Oztix.
Ray White Nambour Rodeo
Ray White Nambour presents the annual Ray White Nambour Rodeo in conjunction with Honky-Tonk Rodeo Promotions and the National Rodeo Association to benefit Reimagine Nambour, a local community program. Hot food and a licenced bar will be available. Bring the whole family along for a night of entertainment.
When: Friday, May 20, 5pm.
Where: Nambour Showgrounds, Coronation Avenue, Nambour.
Tickets: $30 or $15 for children via Sticky Tickets.
CICADA Queensland welcomes Hearing Australia
CICADA Queensland is the only support group on the Sunshine Coast for people with hearing loss and/or Cochlear Implants and is hosting a joint presentation with Hearing Australia. Anyone with hearing loss is welcome to attend and find out what is available to help and support them. A third to a quarter of the population between 65-75 years old and over 75 years old has some hearing loss, which impacts their life in a negative way, so getting the support and information they need for better hearing is so important. Free hearing checks will be available on the day.
When: Tuesday, April 19, 10am-midday.
Where: Waterfront Hotel, 2/46 David Low Way, Diddillibah.
Tickets: Contact Penny on secretary@cicadaqld.com.au or text 0421328909. RSVP April 10.
Viva La Vintage Market
Lovers of vintage treasures and bespoke crafts are in for a fine time at the next Viva La Vintage market. The markets are held four times a year and have developed a reputation as the place to find unique collectables. There’ll be a wealth of fabulous vintage wares, along with retro fashion gems, homewares, a huge selection of vinyls and handcrafted treasures. There will be live music as well as the Imperial Bar. A free live music event, Park Sounds, will be held across the road during the afternoon.
When: Sunday, April 24, 9am-1pm (Park Sounds, 2pm-5pm)
Where: The Imperial Hotel Eumundi, 1 Etheridge St, Eumundi.
Tickets: Free entry.
Baringa Forest Park Celebration.
Celebrate the opening of the new Baringa Forest Park with an Easter-themed morning of fun. With a special visit from the Easter Bunny and a dedicated Easter egg hunt, the event will feature games and live music from local artist Cory Carlyon. Attendees will be able to enjoy delicious barbecue treats, ice cream and coffee vans. Attendees will be among the first to explore the new play space, which includes a giant 8m climbing tower and a 60m flying fox.
When: Sunday, April 10, 10am-1pm.
Where: Baringa Forest Park, off Eden Drive, Baringa.
Tickets: Via Eventbrite.
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