Sunshine Coast Animal and Pet Expo

Channel 7 TV Personality Dr Harry Cooper will be speaking at this years Expo. Dr Harry will give two informative talks on the Main Stage through out the day, with pleanty of photo opportunities available for all during the day. 

There will be a variety of animals, birds and breeds on display. From 8.00am until 3pm a number of activities is planned including – pet care information, "ask the vet” session, dog agility & flyball demonstrations, dog obedience, reptile demonstrations and fun activities such as Dancing with Dogs and Pet Look-Alike Competition.

Expo will be filled with fun for the whole family like a free Children’s Petting Zoo, free Jumpy Castle and animal rides, so why not come and enjoy the day at the Sunshine Coast Animal and Pet Expo on 31st October 2010 from 8am till 3pm.

Mooloolaba Triathlon 2011

Mooloolaba Triathlon will be held from 25 - 27 March 2011. Registration will open on 13th October 2010 for individuals and on 15th October 2010 for teams. Go to http://www.usmevents.com.au/ to register.

Festuri Festival 9-10 October

FESTURI celebrates diversity and our local culture through interactive workshops, roaming buskers and performances on stage. The Village, situated at Kings Beach, during Caloundra Music Festival, has a safe, communal atmosphere where everyone is welcome to experience different cultures and participate in the celebrations in a relaxing and fun environment. FESTURI’s annual successful multicultural workshops, Story Telling Tent and Parade of Nations will be on again.

The main stage in the Village will include a great mix of local emerging artists, local schools, winners of the Battle of the Band competitions – and special guests from the Caloundra Music Festival main stage. Take a ride on the giant ferris wheel or carousel, get involved in the street performance workshops and activities, and join in the fun of the parade on Saturday. Check out the huge array of children’s workshops and activities, or just wander through the great authentic food stalls and markets.

Gemfest 2010

Nambour Lapidary Club is hosting their 4th anuall Gemfest on 9th October at Nambour Showgrounds (Coronation Dr, Nambour) . This year there will be over 160 stalls with traders from all over Australia displaying and selling a huge variety of Opals, Sapphires, Topaz, Minerals, Jewellery and so much more. It will be the largest display of Gems, Minerals and Lapidary equipment on the Coast. 
Lapidary is the art of cutting and polishing rocks and gems, and is a hobby that attracts young and old alike.Come along and enjoy the day. Food and drinks are available.