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We recognise the Kabi Kabi and Jinibara peoples as the traditional custodians and original storytellers of Caloundra and the Sunshine Coast. We honour elders past, present and emerging.
Latest Stories
Sunshine Coast Blues and Roots Festival
Salty’s Specialty Fishing Store
Preparing Juliet for Guide Dog Service
Walking the extra mile for STEPS
Dependable Plumbing Solutions
Vocational Excellence Awards Night
Margaret Turner: Letting the Art Lead
CCPS Little Learners Gives Room to Grow
Team Up for the Cal 100 Fun Run
Small Acts of Kindness Matter
Community Bank Supports Caloundra Every Step of the Way
Arts Talk Series Comes to Caloundra
Torque: Eat, Drink, Relax at Golden Beach
NAIDOC 2026: LORE and LAND
A Cuppa With Mota Singh
Bianco Raises the Bar for Wining & Dining
Talented Friends Gallery – See you again!
Boysa’s Mullet Legacy Lives On
Choosing a Wetsuit
Notes from the Native Nursery
Drum Tao Review
Live Long and Prosper
Kava Bowl Celebrates Art and Culture
New Art Club: It’s All Chaos!
Yasmin Kedem’s Heart-Centred Art Therapy
Bruce Reynolds: How Soon is Now?
Mumma’s Deli Brings Soul Food to Moffats
A Taste of Caloundra – Digital Food Trail
Downunder Beachfest 2026
Blushing Ivy Home Fragrances
Diamond Mine – Crafting Premium Jewellery in Caloundra
A Cuppa With Patricia Richardson
Relaxing head-to-toe spa ritual for skin and senses
Rachel‘s Spinal Flow Journey
The Brothers Gruchy
Men Helping Men at the Calamari Club
Author Jayne McIntyre‘s Feathery Fantasy Debut
Melissa Buddle Leads SCSO into 2026
Repairs to Bribie Island Inspires Art
Celebrating Creative Vision: The Local Contemporary Art Prize 2026
Can You Enter the New Year Gently?
Caloundra Golf Club – 75 Years on the Fairways
50 Years of Creativity & Community
Caloundra Arts Centre Association’s story begins in the mid-1970s. After the original Caloundra Arts Festival folded, a small, determined group of seven or eight artists refused to let the creative flame die. With a shared vision and tireless fundraising, they transformed a state-owned marshland site into the first humble facilities.
Val Ross: Joy in Synchronicity
Val Ross’ paintings form a vibrant visual diary of a life marked by travel and curiosity. But her story reaches beyond the landscapes she captures, embracing community activism, education, and a philosophy of interconnectedness.
The Modern Midden
The Modern Midden is based on Zartisha Davis’ artworks of Shell Midden sites along the Kabi Kabi Coast – ancient remnants of shells left by Ancestors that represent community, hunting and gathering practices, caring for Country and stewardship.
Staying Active in Beautiful Caloundra
Solutions for a More Liveable Caloundra
Local Priorities, Real Action
Truthtelling in Cairns
Bask at Bokarina
Surfing Etiquette – Part Two
Strong Culture, Strong Futures at Caloundra State High School
Project WireAware
Eucalypts Support Life
Are Fungus Gnats Driving you Mad?
Shedding and Becoming: Year of the Snake and the Horse
Good Times Flow at Jericho
Moffs Made and Strong Street Recyclers
Eat Well – Live Well
Nate’s Steps for STEPS
The North Bribie Breakthroughs
Dance Fever for Fun Fitness
If you’re looking for a joyful way to stay active while meeting new people, Dance Fever Sunshine Coast is bringing the fun back into fitness. These adult dance fitness classes are designed for men and women of all ages, with low-impact moves, upbeat routines and plenty of laughter along the way.
Bluey’s Front-Row Seat to Restoring Bribie
Reawaken Your Inner Child
The Club for Love
The Caloundra Power Boat Club has long been a place where memories are made, and increasingly, where love stories begin. This month, that reputation was cemented on the national stage, with the Club taking out First Place – Wedding Venue (Licensed Club) at the Australian Wedding Industry Awards in Sydney.
A Cuppa with Uncle Alan Parsons
Uncle Alan Parsons is an artist, storyteller and passionate connector. Always ready with a yarn, he is a fearless voice for Country and community, travelling Australia to build meaningful relationships and advocate for positive change wherever he goes.
Rite Choice Property Management
Rite Choice Property Management delivers specialised real estate services to investors from Pelican Waters to Maroochydore and the hinterland, combining over 30 years of experience with genuinely personalised service.
Guardians of Glass House Mountains
Rising from the coastal plain, the Glass House Mountains are far more than a dramatic skyline; they are a place of deep cultural meaning, rare ecology and shared community identity. In 2026, a proposal to deepen the Glasshouse quarry marks a new and confronting chapter.
Hunt and Win with Century 21
Caloundra Bar Crossing Tuition
Salty Fishing Charters is launching a practical, on-water bar crossing tuition experience, backed by more than 30 years of real-world coastal bar crossing expertise.
Beachtree: Organic World-Class Spirits Made in Caloundra
There’s something special happening in Caloundra’s industrial park – a craft revolution led by two locals with a shared love of good times, great spirits, and the Australian bush.
Surfing Etiquette – Part One
If we’re all to enjoy the wonderful activity that is surfing – and stay safe – every surfer needs to understand and follow the rules of Surfing Etiquette, which are grounded in safety, respect and patience.
Community Bank Caloundra
If you’ve been considering switching banks, exploring new loan options, or reviewing your financial strategy, it’s worth exploring what sets Community Bank Caloundra apart.
Complete Finance
With more than 30 years’ experience in the Financial Services sector across Australia and overseas, Complete Finance offers expertise backed by real-world understanding.
Caloundra RSL: Good Times Meets Giving Back
Leading the Caloundra RSL through a period of renewal and growth, General Manager Graeme Devin has steered the club from lockdown uncertainty into a thriving new era of community impact and hospitality excellence.
A Cuppa With Allie May
From her favourite spot at Moffat Headland looking out over “the edge of the earth”, Allie May reflects on hometown memories, a life of self-discovery, and the freedom that comes from following what feels most alive.
Caloundra’s Community Behind Student Success
Through the support of local businesses and community partners, Caloundra State High School students can take part in signature programs such as Rugby League, Volleyball, Surfing, Dance EDGE, Music Extension and STEM.
Shining a Light on Caloundra’s History
Many locals know that the Caloundra Lighthouse is an iconic relic of our early colonial history. But how many know the history of Carl Edlundh, the first Caloundra Lighthouse Keeper, his tenure and his family, and alongside that the early white settlement of Caloundra in the late 19th century?
Christmas Magic at House of Flowers
As the festive season draws near, local florist Leonie Golden from House of Flowers, Golden Beach, shares a glimpse behind the counter during the busiest and most beautiful time of year.
A Mindful Christmas Starts at The Source
Walk through the doors of The Source Bulk Foods, Caloundra and you’re whisked into another world — a rustic, market-style wonderland where abundance spills from every shelf. It’s a feast for the senses and a treasure trove of goodness waiting to be scooped, poured and later, savoured.
‘Tis the Season to Shop Local
This Christmas, step back from the big-name retail outlets, and re-focus on your own community and neighbourhood by shopping local. The Sunshine Coast has a wealth of local creatives, crafters and suppliers for all your gifts, trimmings and feasting.
Bulcock Street’s Bright Future
From the rooftop pool of Pumicestone Blue Resort, Debbie and I enjoy a bird’s-eye view of Caloundra’s beating heart – Bulcock Street. As resident managers, we oversee both the holiday-letting business and the caretaking of this landmark building, creating what we fondly call our Vertical Village: a community where owners, guests and locals all look out for one another.
Caloundra’s Community Heart Softens the Blow
When Dicky Beach IGA Local Grocer owner Shane Kensett was violently attacked by six teenagers in late August 2025, the entire community was shocked and outraged. How could something like this happen in our safe, seaside village?
Peter Carnavas: Caloundra memories, creative process and what the next chapter holds
Multi-published children’s author (and downright legend) Peter Carnavas has been creating masterpieces, winning awards, and packing up his Flaxton family home in preparation for the bright lights of Brissie.
Caloundra Welcomes Bianco Italian Cuisine & Bar
Dogs of Caloundra and Their Besties
Dog’s Best Friend is our tribute to Caloundra’s much-loved dogs and their humans. Check out those featured in our November–December 2025 edition.
Scone Time in Caloundra
Sunshine Coast foodie extraordinaire Martin Duncan has created a community ripple of connection and company with his runaway success story, Sconetime.
The Sunflower Challenge
The Mogg Sunflower Challenge has bloomed into one of Caloundra’s happiest local traditions with people of all age groups getting out in the garden to grow.
Walkie Talkies Celebrate 13 Years of Friendship and Fitness
The Community Bank Caloundra: Banking on Community
In an age when banking often feels impersonal and challenging, one branch in the heart of Caloundra is doing things differently. The Community Bank Caloundra has become known not just for its financial services, but for its deep, ongoing commitment to the community it serves.
RixPix Captures the Beauty of Our Region
Second Hand Boards
Caloundra’s Visitor Information Centre Seeks a New Home
For many years, Caloundra’s Visitor Information Centre has been powered by the steady dedication of passionate local volunteers, donating around 3500 hours of their time to the Caloundra community every year. But now this service is under threat of closure.
SJ Art
In a light-drenched studio in Maroochydore, large canvases come alive, layer by layer, movement by movement. This is the domain of SJ—the artist behind SJ Art—where each art piece is crafted to
shift energy and evoke feeling.
Caloundra’s History of Friendly Competition
Moffat Beach Netball Club
Moffat Beach Netball Club, in Golden Beach, is a vibrant sporting club with about 130 members and plays a crucial role in fostering grassroots netball.
Mobile Spa & Beauty
Mobile Spa & Beauty brings premium spa rituals directly to Airbnbs, resorts, and private homes, allowing guests to deeply relax in their own space.
Moffat Beach Brewing Co. Celebrates 10 Years
Moffat Beach Brewing Co. is turning 10 this October – a milestone for a family-owned brewery that began with big dreams and a small beachfront café.
Mate-ship Provides Calm After Turbulent Waters
Spring in Caloundra: Blooming Season for Homes
Gardens are waking up, the days are stretching longer, and the sunshine feels just that little bit warmer.
The Hope Dreaming Information Centre: Celebrating Culture and Community
Salty Fishing Charters: Purpose-built for Fishing
Dicky Beach Surf Club: 75 Years on the Sand
Comino’s Shops during World War II
Long before plastic bags, EFTPOS machines and mobile phones, Caloundra’s shopkeepers wrapped goods in brown paper, tied with string.
Thank U Please: Punk Power at Caloundra’s Bulcock Street Music Festival
Explore Clay and Art Workshops at A Little Creative
From Memories to Fiction: Anne Sinclair’s ‘Mirikai’ is now an e-book
Tanya Hicks: Redesigning the world for neurodivergents
Explore Caloundra’s Landscape Through Rix Pix Photography
Charity and Live Music Unite at Norton Music Factory
Holistic Women’s Health: Kirby Quin’s Approach
Kava Bowl: A Taste of Hawaii Served with Heart
Anne Wensley: A Pillar of Caloundra’s Community
Wildlife Hero: Briano Coulter’s Journey
Surfboard Basics
Collaborating for a Greener Future
Wave Raiders: Making Waves on National Stages
Kabi Kabi Artist Zartisha Davis Celebrates Culture, Connection and Sea Country
Isabelle Kratz Bridging Beauty and Body Image on Global Stage
Healthy Smoothies and Energy Teas at Kings Beach
Sugar Coma: Artful Jelly by Cara Martinez
A Mother’s Love: Georgina’s Appeal for Jacob
Healthy Eating for Kids: The Tuck Box Initiative
Brian Warner Calls for Community Action
Kabi Kabi man Brian Warner emphasises the importance of unity, calling on the community to come together in pursuit of lasting environmental solutions.
A Cuppa with Ken Mewburn
Discover Caloundra’s Best Wedding Venue: Power Boat Club
Caloundra Dogs and Their Humans
At The Chronicle, Dog’s Best Friend is our heartfelt tribute to the adored dogs of Caloundra, and their humans. Keep an eye out around town—especially at popular dog parks and dog-friendly cafes—for our junior photographer capturing candid moments of local dogs with their best buddies.
Visit Shelley Harkness’ Open Studio
Sip Happens: Coffee and Connection
Bulcock Street Bazaar
Transcend Healing for Mind, Body & Spirit
Handmade in Caloundra: Soy and Shea’s Natural Body Products and Gift Sets
A Perfect Blend: Holistic Beauty and Wellness Sanctuary
Experience Exceptional Coffee and Service at Chill Cafe 89
Caloundra Fishing World: A Story of Friendship and Fishing
Effective Ways to Support Your Gut and Mental Health
Recognising our stress triggers and finding ways to self-regulate and calm the nervous system, keeps our vagus nerve toned. Mindful breathing, taking walks, exercise, limiting screen time, being in nature and eating a nourishing diet can all improve digestion and mood.
A Cuppa with Joy Potter
5 Simple Ways to Feel Alive
Building a Legacy: The Story of Sno Carter in Caloundra
Sno Carter’s journey from a humble truck driver to a multi-business entrepreneur is a testament to ambition, resilience, and vision.
Views To Dine For: 6 Scenic Dining Experiences in Caloundra
Running Ball Sinker Rig
Set S.M.A.R.T Goals
Wally Boor’s Family-Friendly Fishing Charters in Caloundra
The Real Grocer: A Community Hub in Golden Beach
Fishing and Camaraderie in Pumicestone Passage
A passionate local fishing group is using time on the Pumicestone Passage to build connection, confidence and community while caring for the waterways they love.
Empowering Aboriginal Women at Nungeena
For 32 years, Nungeena has stood as a sanctuary—a place where women can reconnect with their spiritual roots, reclaim their cultural heritage, and rebuild their lives with pride.
Join the Golden Beach Parkrun Every Saturday
Golden Beach Parkrun is a free, friendly Saturday morning 5km that brings locals together to walk, run, volunteer and connect along the beautiful foreshore.
Dogs and Their Humans
Keep an eye out around town—especially at popular dog parks and dog-friendly cafes—for our junior photographers capturing candid moments of local dogs with their best buddies.
Every story starts with someone in the community.
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