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Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain Ironman and Ironwoman Series - Coolum event 12 February 2012 - Coolum Beach.
See some of Australia’s best surf lifesaving competitors battling it out for the ultimate prize in their sport as the Kellogg's Nutri-Grain IronMan and IronWoman series
Noosa Festival of Surfing 11-17 March 2012. The 21st annual Noosa Festival of Surfing, hosted by Noosa Malibu Club will go back to its roots in 2012, with some of Australia’s and the world’s best surfers in town for six days of surfing and attractions, including free movies and live music, happening on the beach at First Point.
Noosa Winter Festival 5-6 May 2012. The Noosa Winter Festival brings together eight popular sporting events on one weekend. The Festival sees three existing stand alone and established events – Noosa Blue Water Swim, Century Bike Ride and Noosa Running Festival - merge for an ultimate weekend of swimming, biking and running in the picturesque setting and idyllic weather conditions of Noosa as we head into winter.
Australian Body Art Carnivale 12-13 May 2012. The Australian Body Art Carnivale is centred around body art in its many varied forms - from face painting right through to cutting-edge full body painting using airbrush and sponge and brush, as well as special effects. This year’s theme is Under The Sea.
Noosa International Food & Wine Festival 2012 17-20 May 2012. 200 leading chefs, winemakers and media and food personalities converge on Noosa to taste, talk, debate and dine ... Noosa style.
The Noosa Longweekend Festival 15-24 June 2012. Noosa’s favourite annual 10-day arts festival, The Noosa Longweekend Festival, will feature free and ticketed events staged in various venues around Noosa, with 10 days and nights of culture, literature, food and fun. The festival celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2011 with world-class cabaret, theatre, literary events, dance, food, forums, workshops, late night supper clubs, film, music and magic.
A Taste of Coolum 22-24 June 2012. A Taste of Coolum is three action-packed days of food, wine, golf and fun at Hyatt Regency Coolum. On the last weekend in June, the event is for lovers of good food and wine, and is guaranteed to whet the appetite of everyone who loves a true gourmet experience.