The Sunshine Coast can ring in the New Year with a series of popular family-friendly firework events across the region.
Mooloolaba will have fireworks displays at 8.30pm and midnight, with a raft of entertainment, activities and food trucks to enjoy throughout the evening.
To the south, there will be fireworks at 9.30pm at Kings Beach Amphitheatre in Caloundra, while Coolum in the north will see fireworks at 8.30pm.
Meanwhile, a plethora of venues and restaurants will also host ticketed events, like The Surf Club Mooloolaba, Aussie World at Palmview, The Long Apron in Montville and Caloundra RSL.
Seek out your favourite venues to see what’s on or visit Sunshine Coast Events.
Sunshine Coast New Year’s Eve 2022 is a Sunshine Coast Council event, delivered in partnership with the Queensland Police Service and other emergency services (SES, QFES, Red Frogs, QAS and QEMS).
Sunshine Coast Council’s Community Portfolio Cr David Law said no matter the celebration, safety was always the priority.
“We’re encouraging everyone heading out this New Year’s Eve to carefully plan their trip home,” Cr Law said.
“Our event teams are working closely with Queensland Police and together we’re urging people to download and update their ride-share apps, organise a designated driver or use public transport, to ensure they get home safely.”
Sunshine Coast Police are reminding the public they will be out and about during the festivities and that any alcohol-fuelled or poor behaviour will not be tolerated.
Officers are also reminding people to be aware of noise if hosting parties at home and to be respectful of neighbours.
Don’t forget pets
The RSPCA is reminding pet owners to be vigilant with their furry friends this NYE.
Loud fireworks can prompt animals to run away, jump fences, thrash if tied up and even jump through glass. The RSPCA has a list of tips for pet owners at rspcasa.org.au/pets-in-fireworks.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All the Sunshine Coast Council New Year’s Eve fireworks celebrations across the region encourage a family-friendly environment free from drugs, alcohol and glass.
How do I get there?
- Leave the car at home; walk, ride or use public transport.
- With buses running throughout the NYE period, view timetables and plan your public transport route by visiting translink.com.au.
- Don’t forget to plan your journey home — organise a lift legend, download or update your ride-share apps or visit TransLink. Never drink and drive.
Where can I park?
- Parking is available at Mooloolaba Central Park N Go for a $5 flat-rate fee. Pre-booking is recommended. Search for Mooloolaba Central Park N Go at wilsonparking.com.au.
ROAD CLOSURES
Detours will be in place for these road and car park closures around Mooloolaba on December 31:
- Club Lane and car park, closed from 10am.
- River Esplanade, partially closed between Parkyn Parade and Club Lane, from 5am.
- Beach Terrace, closed from 10am.
- Mooloolaba Esplanade, between Club Lane and Burnett Street, closed from 5am.
*The above roads will reopen by 5am New Year’s Day (January 1).
- Mooloolaba Esplanade, closed between Beach Terrace and Burnett Street, from 3pm.
- Brisbane Road, partially closed between Brisbane Road car park and Mooloolaba Esplanade, from 3pm.
- Burnett Street, partially closed between Landmark Resort and Mooloolaba Esplanade, from 3pm.
*The above roads will reopen by 2am New Year’s Day (January 1).
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