WEEK 1

Entries are now open from 1 Feb 2012
(Entries close 1 April 2012)
38th Ma & Pa Bendall Memorial Surfing Contest
Sunshine Coast
being held April 6-8 2012
Total Prize Money $10,000
Open Mens 1st Prize $2000
A long standing surfing contest for boardriders in memory of Caloundra surfing legends Pa & Ma Bendall. Organised by the Wind N Sea Board Riders club this contest has been running for 38 years.
Since its inception the contest has been held for 37 consecutive years (8 as the Ma & Pa Bendall) and has been a spring board for many young surfers moving into the professional ranks with past winners including Australian and World champions and legends. It has also made a significant contribution to the community fabric of Caloundra and helped raise the profile of the region through international publicity created by the contest.

Divisions: Open Men, Masters, Senior Men, Junior (U18), Women, Cadet (U16), Open Kneeboard. Four-man heats with 50% progression.
Cost is $80.00 per division (Junior & Cadets $70.00).
All competitors receive a goodie bag & t-shirt
More info: Ph: 0409 476 497 or visit:
www.surfingqueensland.com/event.php?id=108
to enter the contest email Karen as per the link above & request your entry form.

Fri 3 Feb 2012
Buderim Maroochydore Blue Light Disco at Buderim
Buderim Basketball Stadium
Syd Lingard Drive, Buderim
Doors open 6.20pm
Disco finishes at 9.30pm
Entry: $10 - No Passouts
ALL DISCOS FULLY SUPERVISED BY POLICE
Both Maroochydore & Nambour are now Junior Disco’s catering for only school-age children—Yr 9 & below.
(Under 15) Some 14 year olds may be allowed entry —discretion upon Police Officer at door. Older children MUST produce your School ID to be able to gain entry into either disco.
No ID—NO entry. This applies only to the older children to verify to us that they are in Year 9 or under 15.
Discretion will be upon Police officers in attendance to allow entry to those on the borderline.
Next Discos:
First Friday of the month is Buderim/Maroochydore
2nd Friday of the month is Nambour
(ZERO TOLERANCE APPROACH TO POOR BEHAVIOUR & ATTITUDES DIRECTED TO POLICE, SUPERVISORS & OTHER CHILDREN - ANYONE OFFENDING WILL BE BARRED FROM FUTURE DISCOS)
www.maroochydorebluelight.com >>

Sat 4 to Sun 12 Feb
Caloundra International ATP Challenger 2012
Caloundra Tennis Club
Cnr Arthur St & Bowman Rd Caloundra
All the International players love playing in Caloundra with over 80 players from 21 different countries competing in the recent 2011 Caloundra International Challenger, because it was easily accessible with both Brisbane International and Sunshine Coast airports within an hours' drive, with tournament accommodation right on the beach and great weather.

Tennis Australia and Caloundra International officials decided for the very first time to host an ATP Challenger "Official Draw" on the beach. Bulcock Beach was a picture perfect location and was a special moment for wild card entry Thomas Muster (former world No.1) who said "He was happy to get an entry into his first ever Tennis Tournament on the Sunshine Coast tournament despite being a resident for close to 10 years."
PH: 5491 8487
More info: www.elitetennisinternational.com

Sun 5 Feb
Caloundra Triathlon 2012
Woorim Park
Golden Beach
Race 5 of the Gatorade Queensland Tri Series - the action happens again at Golden Beach, Caloundra.

• QTS Triathlon - 400m swim / 15km cycle / 4km run
• Fire and Rescue Recruitment Queensland Enticer - 200m swim / 5km cycle / 2km run
• Kool Kids Triathlon - 100m swim / 2km cycle / 400m run

More info Ph: 3868 2444 or visit:
www.usmevents.com.au/qts/race_5.html

WEEK 2

Sat 11 Feb
Mamma’s Market Valentine Market Day
Buderim War Memorial Hall
Buderim
9am to 1pm
Mamma’s Market is a high quality boutique style market with a focus on handmade, unique items and services catering to pregnancy, baby, childrens and family needs which launched with over 75 stalls in December 2010 in Buderim on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.

The market is the combined efforts of Buderim-raised sisters Amy Ruediger and Vanessa Portors after searching to find a suitable market to showcase their own wares. With 8 children under the age of 12 between them, they know how important it is to have lovely things for home and family that are stylish, practical and affordable and can all be found in a single shopping experience!

Mamma's Market also has an active presence on the internet and has received an overwhelming response to it's Facebook page with close to 2500 Facebook fans within the first 6 months - another testament to the success of this unique market.

It is more than just another market, it’s a fun experience for the whole family and is fast becoming a whole community event. There’s gourmet food to enjoy, activities for children and live entertainment which all complement the unique wares for sale and contribute to a great atmosphere.

Sat 11 Feb
1927 - 20TH ANNIVERSARY ‘ISH’ CELEBRATION
Joe’s Waterhole
Eumundi
It's been 20 years since the Australian band 1927 burst on to the scene with their debut album, selling half a million copies in Australia.

Featuring the hit singles ‘That’s s When I Think Of You€�, If I Could€�, You’ll Never Know€� and  Compulsory Hero the album’s success was also attributed to well crafted music videos and a relentless touring schedule. Starting out playing pubs and bars around Sydney’s northern beaches, the band soon performed to arena-sized crowds, even crossing the shores to the UK. 
A number of Awards were collected along the way including ARIA Awards in 1989 for Breakthrough Artist album (ISH) and single (That’s When I Think Of You€�). The video for Compulsory Hero won an ARIA award for Best Video, the following year.
Fronted by singer, Eric Weideman, it was founding member and guitarist, Garry Frost who contributed his writing talents to much of the album. Prior to 1927, Garry had a proven track record for penning a hit song or two. As guitarist with 80's Australian rock band Moving Pictures, he wrote ‘What About Me’ which topped the Australian charts (twice!). The long overdue reissue of the ..ISH album will be hot news for fans having not been able to access the album previously digitally, nor physical in form, for over a decade. The special new package will include lyrics, photos and sleeve notes by the band, and producer, Charles Fisher. The album has been digitally remastered and contains two previously unreleased live tracks.
..ISH is one of the highest selling debut albums ever by an Australian band with their songs, to this day, remaining a radio favorite. 

$35.50 inc GST and booking fees 
or $38 @ door if not sold out
Doors open 7.30pm Show 8.30pm
More info: www.musicliveatjoes.com

Sat 11 Feb
Waitangi Day Sunshine Coast 2012
Stockland Park, Nicklin Way, Kawana
12 noon to 6pm
Fun, family cultural day for all to enjoy!
A celebration of Maori & Polynesian culture complete with traditional entertainment, food & craft mixed with lots of fun.
Live entertainment by local, talented bands & DJs, Maori & Polynesian culture groups plus more. There will be a Hangi (traditional Maori cooking) plus food stands of fresh & cooked seafood, traditional Maori as well as Polynesian fast food & snacks, fruits, seafood, door prize & competitions throughout the day. Heaps of kids activities, games, jumping castle, mini cars & more!
More info: www.waitangiday.com.au
 

Sat 11 Feb
Colin Hay
Gathering Mercury Tour
The Events Centre, Caloundra
7pm Dinner for an 8pm Show
The Events Centre, Caloundra & Fleming Artists Presents Colin Hay as he returns to Australia as part of his Gathering Mercury Tour.

As frontman and principle songwriter for 80’s hit machine Men at Work, Colin Hay is responsible for one of the most identifiable sounds in pop music.

He may be best known as the lead singer for Men At Work but he feels that his new album is the best he’s ever done.

Inspired by the loss of his father, Gathering Mercury reveals Hay’s emotional depth and musical diversity all the while captivating listeners with his usual optimism and quizzical, instantly recognizable voice.

Colin will perform songs from his new album in a night of sidesplitting random comedy, as well as selections from his solo albums and fan favorites from the past.

Hay is at the absolute peak of his craft. As a writer and vocalist, he has never been more masterful.

Hay is funnier than most stand-up comedians, so he’ll split your sides and then drop a heartbreaking ditty on you.
- The Houston Chronicle

Gathering Mercury, his 11th solo release, contains some of the finest songs he has ever written.€�
- Tony Hillier , The Australian

www.colinhay.com

Tickets:
$61.00 and includes a main meal and dessert
Book online:
www.theeventscentre.com or ph: 5491 4240

WEEK 3

Tue 14 Feb
VALENTINES DAY 2012
Flowers? Romantic Dinner? Movie & Music?

Click here for 10 Top Tips to make Valentine’s Day special & surprise your loved one this year!!! >>

Left it to the last minute??
All out of ideas??
Shop in Buderim for your perfect Valentine’s gift!

Wed 15 Feb
The Super Supremes
The Events Centre, Caloundra
11am - morning tea from 10am
These three sultry sirens of soul will take you on a journey from Diana Ross to Destiny’s Child in this witty fast paced musical performance that satirizes the inner workings of the ‘girl group’ Powerhouse voices, spectacular costumes and choreography combine with witty fast-paced banter that will leave audiences begging for more.
Tickets: $16 per person or Group 10+. $14.50
Book online:
www.theeventscentre.com or ph: 5491 4240

Thu 16 Feb
Parkway Drive
Sick Summer Tour 2012
Lake Kawana Community Centre
Doors open at 7pm
All Ages/No Alcohol Event
Kicking off the new year touring as part of the Big Day Out, Parkway Drive has announced a run of regional dates for February and March. The Sick Summer II Tour commences on the Sunshine Coast on February 16 and will visit towns along the East Coast before it's last stop at Melbourne's Push Over Fest on March 12.
All tickets: $29 - buy online | by phone | at the venue
Bookings & more info: Ph: 5413 1400
or visit www.thelakekawanacentre.com.au

Sun 19 Feb
Afternoon of Harmony and Humour Concert
with Irish band TIS & other performers
St. Mary's Church, 24 King St., Buderim
2pm

On Sunday February 19th, people are in for a treat when an "Afternoon of Harmony and Humour" will be held from 2pm in the St. Mary's Church, 24 King St., Buderim.

An exciting programme of fun and music is promised, with top local artists giving freely of their talents to raise funds for the Buderim Red Cross, which is celebrating 50 years of involvement in Buderim.

The performers are:
Darrell Watson, and his Irish band TIS. Darrell's group will get the feet tapping and the blood pumping. They are a well known crowd pleaser.
Harry Donnelly - a multi-awarded poet who pens a poem for the ABC Coast FM stations on Friday mornings. His poems are witty, topical, and thought provoking.

Helen Duffy – acclaimed actress ("Oklahoma" and "Little Shop of Horrors") and sensational singer
Tess & Sebastion Martin-Wallace - a dynamic mother and son duo on piano and saxophone.
"Cadenza"- newly formed a cappella group
Erica Bocchino - a young singer, whose pure voice is a delight.

Concert organiser Bev Gourlay will also perform, along with popular baritone Aart Schouten, and compere/pianist, Neil Booth.

Cost: $15 payable at the door, includes Afternoon Tea.
(No need to book - plenty of seats)
Enquiries: Paula on 5493 2339 or Bev on 5444 8675

All proceeds will be directed to the Buderim Red Cross.

WEEK 4

Cancelled due to wet weather
Fri 24 Feb 2012
Nambour’s Moonlight Market
Nambour’s vibrant new Town Square
Lowe St, Nambour
5pm to 9pm
Food | Wine | Arts | Music | Live Entertainment

Enjoy a groovy night out in Nambour ON THE LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH, eat, drink, shop & browse & be entertained! It’s got a really great vibe. Come & try the new Nambour…you’ll love our new magic outdoor gathering place under the moonlight.