The Mooloolaba Triathlon returns with a jam-packed weekend of festival fun for the family. Set in the home of triathlon, the event offers four great races and is the second largest tri in Australia. Mooloolaba provides a safe and welcoming environment for beginners while also drawing in competitive athletes to tackle the National Age Group Championships. Athletes not ready to compete in the standard distance triathlon can halve the distance with the sprint triathlon. Whether you’re new to triathlons or a pro, celebrate the sun, sand and surf on Mooloolaba’s stunning coastline.
When: Friday, March 10, to Sunday, March 12.
Where: Mooloolaba.
Entry: Free to watch. Limited places available in races, see Mooloolaba Triathlon.
Ginar Tribal Beats and Dance
In a rare production that encompasses “the way we are”, Ginar Australia invites guests to take a break from contemporary theatre styles and experience the natural wash of tribal music and powerful body movements. Discover the music, history and culture that pays homage to the land and sea, from the top of mainland Australia to the southern border of Papua New Guinea.
When: Saturday, March 4, 6pm.
Where: The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.
Entry: $59 via The Events Centre.
Mozart Clarinet Quintet
In the late 1700s, Mozart fell in love with the clarinet as the closest instrument to the human voice. He was moved by virtuoso Anton Stadler and Theodor Lotz’s basset clarinet to compose his Clarinet Quintet. Australian Romantic and Classical Orchestra presents this piece in concert.
When: Sunday, March 5, 3pm.
Where: The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.
Entry: $65 via The Events Centre.
Julie Fragar Exhibition Opening
Julie Fragar makes paintings about the stories we tell, simultaneously chronicling and critically analysing her chosen subjects. Bringing a unique level of psychological inquiry to painting, Fragar’s practice focuses on the slippery relationship between reality and fiction. Key works are assembled from between 1998 and 2021.
When: Saturday, March 4, 3pm.
Where: University of the Sunshine Coast Gallery, 90 Sippy Downs Drive, Sippy Downs.
Entry: Free event. Register via Humanitix.
Lucy Bloom
Celebrate International Women’s Day with special guest speaker Lucy Bloom. Award-winning leader, international keynote speaker, consultant and author, Lucy will share her remarkable story and wisdom. Guaranteed to be inspirational.
When: Tuesday, March 7, from 6.30am to 8.30am.
Where: Maroochy RSL Club, 105 Memorial Avenue, Maroochydore.
Entry: From $75 via Sunshine Coast Business Women’s Network.
Sinatra at the Sands
Australian star of stage and screen Tom Burlinson presents a special performance of the classic live album Sinatra at the Sands. Accompanied by his All Star Big Band, Burlinson sings all the songs from this sensational recording of Sinatra in his prime, including Come Fly with Me, I’ve Got You Under My Skin, One for my Baby, You Make Me Feel So Young, Fly Me to the Moon, It was a Very Good Year and My Kind of Town.
When: Friday, March 10, 7.30pm to 10pm.
Where: Caloundra RSL Club, 19 West Terrace, Caloundra.
Entry: $59 via TryBooking.
Author Alexander McCall Smith
Alexander (Sandy) McCall Smith is best known for his Mma Precious Ramotswe novels, The No.1 Ladies Detective Agency, and returns to Australia to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their publication. He is, however, the author of another 55 novels, including the 44 Scotland Street and The Sunday Philosophy Club series. His novels have sold more than 40 million copies worldwide.
When: Friday, March 10, 6.30pm to 8pm.
Where: Maleny Primary School, 16 Bunya Street, Maleny.
Tickets: Students $18 and adults $25 via TryBooking.
Matthews and Knight sing Paul Simon
Grace Knight and Wendy Matthews are two of the most beloved singers in Australian music. They’re both multi-award-winning artists with a swag of Countdown, MTV and ARIA awards between them and a bundle of platinum albums under their belt. In their first show together, these legends present the songs of one of the world’s greatest living songwriters: Paul Simon. Along with an all-star band, they will take music fans on an unforgettable journey across the hits.
When: Friday, March 10, 7.30pm.
Where: The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.
Tickets: $79.90 via The Events Centre.
Spotlight on the Violin
Showcasing the 13-year-old winner of the National Youth Concerto Competition, Ein Na will perform Prokofiev’s Violin Concerto No.1 in Spotlight on the Violin. Borodin’s Polovtsian Dances, from Prince Igor, and Shostakovich’s Symphony No.1 also will feature.
When: Sunday, March 12, 3pm to 5.30pm.
Where: Matthew Flinders College, 1-47 Stringybark Road, Buderim.
Tickets: $20 to $48 via Humanitix.
Gig guide
Friday, March 3
- Mia Wray, Solbar, 7pm
- Michelle Brown, Alex Surf Club, 7.30pm
- Spectrum Duo, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm
- Janice and the Violets, Caloundra RSL, 9.30pm
- Maddi Clarke, Cooroy RSL, 6pm
Saturday, March 4
- Dear Sunday, Solbar, 7pm
- DJ Havana Brown, Sunshine Coast Function Centre, 8.30pm
- ARRIVAL – ABBA Tribute, Kings Beach Tavern, 8pm
- The Febs, Alex Surf Club, 7.30pm
- Junction Road, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm
Sunday, March 5
- The Bennies, Solbar, 6pm
- Mozart Clarinet Quintet, The Events Centre, 3pm
- British Invasion, Sunshine Coast Function Centre, 7pm
- Secret Garden, Maroochy Botanic Gardens, 2.30pm
- Alexis and Suzie, Alex Surf Club, 4pm
- Floorburners, Maroochy RSL, 6pm
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