A long-standing waterfront market will operate for the final time this weekend after organisers announced its closure.
Overlooking the Noosa River, the market has been running every Sunday for 26 years attracting local stallholders and visitors.
Noosa Marina Markets, located at Tewantin, will take place for the last time on January 19 from 8am to 1.30pm.
Noosa Marina has bid a “heartfelt goodbye” to the event via social media.
“After an incredible 26-year journey of bringing local artisans and our community together by the beautiful Noosa River, the time has come for us to bid farewell to our beloved markets,” the statement said.
“Since 1998, we’ve been proud to be a cornerstone of weekend life on the Sunshine Coast, creating cherished memories for both locals and visitors alike.”
The market offered art, craft and local produce stalls, plus live music, and attracted marketgoers to other shops and restaurants at the Noosa Marina precinct.
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The operator cited a shift in retail habits to online shopping as the reason behind the closure.
“As the retail landscape continues to evolve with the rise of online shopping, we’re taking this opportunity to embrace a new direction for our waterfront space,” it said.
“While this chapter is coming to a close, we’re grateful for every moment since that first market day in (1998).
“To our amazing stallholders who have shared their creativity, passion and unique products with us over these past two and a half decades – thank you for making our markets a true destination.
“Your entrepreneurial spirit and dedication have been the heart and soul of our weekly gatherings.
“To our loyal customers and supporters – thank you for being part of our market family for the past 26 years. Your support has meant the world to us.”
Noosa Marina said that Sunday entertainment would continue at the precinct, with updates about a “new entertainment program and upcoming events” to come.
Noosa Marina has been contacted for further comment.
