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IN PHOTOS: Holiday snaps from the Sunshine Coast

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Surf, sun, fun, family time, splashing into a river or a walk with the dogs … you can’t beat holiday time on the Sunshine Coast. Our roving photographer Warren Lynam has put together this selection of postcards that show off our unbeatable lifestyle.

Sebastien, 9, and Micah, 11, cool down with a swim in the Maroochy River near the Chambers Island bridge.
The Cooper family enjoys a quiet picnic at Mooloolaba: Michelle and Dylan with Jade, 7, and Arielle, 4.
Sunny Ford,9, was stoked after catching some great waves a Alexandra Headland.
Does Coastal living get any more relaxed than this? A stroll with the dog, coffee in hand, watching the waves roll in and feeling the sun on your shoulders at Alex.
Some people just take Christmas celebrations to the next level. Like the owners of Rainsford Place in Buderim, who put on a stunning display. Picture: Pete Evans

Doug Hallam and Archie Spillman chill out with a surf.

Mooloolaba Beach was a popular spot for a dip and to try out the new bodyboards that arrived under Christmas trees.

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