WEEK 1

Sat 1 Oct
Hellraisers of Insanity
Extreme Monster Trucks
Stockland Park, Kawana Waters
Gates open at 6pm
They’re insane. They’re outta control. They’re The Hellraisers of Insanity.
One Extreme night of non stop crazy thrills, spills and stunt action galore!
Brace yourself for insane motorcycle stunts, mind blowing car stunts, roll over trucks, in one huge night of high octane family excitement not to miss.

Stunts Hotline 0458 STUNTS
TICKETS:
Adults (16+) $40
Students (12 to 15) $30
Kids under 12 (3 to 11) $25
Family $120 (2 Adults + 2 Kids 3-11)
Under 3 free

Sunday 2 Oct
Pleasant Sunday Afternoon Concert
CCSA Hall, Nutley St, Caloundra
2pm
The final concert in the Pleasant Sunday Afternoon concert series for 2011 will be at 2pm on Sunday Oct 2nd, in the CCSA Hall, Nutley St., Caloundra.

There'll be lots of talent, fun, variety, profit and hopefully lots of happy people enjoying this concert.
The line-up of artists includes the multi-award winning and talented Bush Poet Noel Stallard (see photo), the Caloundra Chorale Ensemble singing 2 Medleys of some favourite songs, the Helen Worthington Trio called Moon Lily Singers, the irrepressible Richard Chiverell who will act out some funny Donald Swan and Michael Flanders tunes (including "Have Some Madiera, M'Dear"), Guitarist/Singer Christine Keenan, a "Dream Three" singing/guitar group, and regular performers Bev Gourlay, Aart Schouten with Neil Booth at the grand piano.

Completing the great variety will be duets by young dancers from the En Pointe Dance school.
For further information, check out
www.caloundrachorale.com.au or call Bev on 5444 8675

WEEK 2

Fri 7, Sat 8, Sun 9 Oct
Caloundra Music Festival 2011
Kings Beach, Caloundra
The 5th annual Caloundra Music Festival will be held over the weekend of 7-9 October. This not for profit family-friendly community event celebrates the environment, cultural achievements and community pride of the Caloundra area. The beautiful Kings Beach and surrounds will come alive to the sounds of a diverse line-up of entertainment. A colourful street parade, roving performers, beach-side carnival, buskers, free children's entertainment and a stroll in The Village complete the experience.

Artists include: Empire of the Sun, Missy Higgins, ICEHOUSE, Eskimo Joe, Tower of Power, Booker T Jones, Allen Toussaint, Jon Cleary, Dirty Dozen Brass Ban, Little Red, Bluejuice, Baby Animals, Thirsty Merc, The Jezabels, Tex Perkins & the Dark Horses, Diesel, Richard Clapton plus many more.

This event is one of the top music festivals in Queensland and quickly developing a national reputation.  Come and join us in October where people of all ages soak up the music and party in the sun by the beach in Caloundra.

Visit www.caloundramusicfestival.com.au to see all of the artists, full program & other details.

Sat 8 Oct
October-Fest Dance
Gala Dance Evening - Dress to Impress!
Kawana Community Hall
Nanyima St Buddina
7.30pm to 11pm
If you’ve never swung, jived or rhumba’d to the sound of a big concert band -  now’s your chance.
The Sunshine Coast Concert Band completes its 2011 dance season with an October-Fest Dance.

Music Director Ken Chadwick has organised many new tunes for this dance, including some authentic German tunes to get the feet tapping.
Singers with this Big Band are Alan Winter, Rosie Camilleri, Bev Gourlay and Aart Schouten.

BYO drinks, glasses, nibbles and party the night away.

Bookings are essential. Tables which seat up to 12 people can be booked and prepaid for just $120. This means that a party of 12 people can pay just $10 each for a fabulous night’s entertainment, or for a party of 10 people it’s $12 each. Individual bookings are $15 per person. Phone Helen on 5477 1037 or email to ahwinter@optusnet.com.au

So, make a booking, get out your dancing shoes, put on your party clothes and grab your friends. See you there!

Check out the Band's website www.sccb.org.au

Sat 8 Oct
Caloundra Model Railway Association
Sale & Display Day
Caloundra Arts Centre
North St Caloundra
Entry is FREE!
Visits have been organised by members of other clubs to bring their show layouts. These layouts are complete with buildings and scenery also a working LEGO rail collection and 3 large LEGO cranes. Also on show will be one of the smaller "TT" scale layout and a bookshop. This exhibit will bring back some childhood memories to many visitors.

An assortment of preloved railway rolling stock, great books and magazines, engines, track, buildings and electrics will be on sale.
This exhibition has been staged over many years and attracts a wide range of visitors from enthusiasts to beginners as well as families.
Club members will be on hand to offer friendly advice.
Light refreshments available (very tasty sausage rolls, hot & cold drinks).

Raffle of a choice of dinner at the Rydges Oasis Resort or a model train set and a Saturday family pass on the Mary Valley Heritage Railway (the Rattler).
For further information please phone 07 5499 5472

WEEK 3

Wed 12 Oct
Both Barrels Music & Westside Talent present
Kevin Bloody Wilson
Excess All Areas Tour 2011
Buderim Tavern
Burnett St Buderim

The Kevin Bloody Wilson Show is not just a concert performance, for most, it’s a full-on event! And an opportunity to tick from your bucket-list a chance to see Australia’s most unique International comedy legend.

If we were asked to nominate one individual to best define Australian humour, for most of us, the name Kevin Bloody Wilson immediately springs to mind. His recently released biography DILLIGAF, The Life And Rhymes Of Kevin Bloody Wilson is a raucous, earthy, in depth look at perhaps one of the only Australian Comedians who has not bowed to the pressures of political correctness.
It seems ironic that twenty-five years ago, Kevin Bloody Wilson was being arrested for performing his songs in public, yet on Australia Day in January 2010, he was officially nominated for Australian Of The Year for doing exactly the same thing.

Well done Kev, you’ve done us proud.
Tickets: 5453 3777
or visit www.BuderimTavern.com.au

Fri 14 to Sun 16 Oct
Sunshine Coast Home Show,
Caravan & Camping Expo
Stockland Park, Kawana Waters 
This popular annual event attracts around 14,000+ visitors over the three days, and this year will certainly be no exception with the addition of an outdoor adventure component to the event.

The event has become a major shopping experience where visitors can choose from a great range of products and services to complement and enhance their homes and lifestyles including products for the home, outdoor living, health and fitness, travel, hobbies and recreational pursuits. Whether you are thinking of building, extending, improving or rejuvenating your living space or just looking for some inspiration there will be something for you at this event.

A new part of this event for 2011 is the Caravan, Camping Expo with everything for exploring the great outdoors. There will be caravans, camper trailers, motorhomes, camping gear and more.

There will be onsite food courts, free entertainment every day and heaps of prizes to be won so don't miss a great day out for the whole family

For more information visit
www.sunshinecoasthomeshow.com.au

Sat 15 Oct
Stroke & Stride
Swim/Run Series
Event time: 9am - 11am
Stockland Park, Kawana Waters
Stroke and Stride is a community focused event with short and long course events, plus a kids race - there's something for everyone!

Awesome spot prizes will be handed out at each race. Compete against other schools, clubs or squads to become the overall series Champions!
Stroke and Stride - Keeping the Aussie passion for Triathlon and Multisports alive!

Stroke & Stride upcoming Event Dates:
20th November 2011
26th January 2012
4th March 2012
1st April 2012

For more information visit www.strokeandstride.com.au

Sat 15 Oct
Beach & Bulls Classic
One night only
When the bush comes to the beach!
Stockland Park, Kawana Waters
Professional Bull Riding Australia brings you the biggest outdoor stadium event ever staged in Australia.
Australia Touring Pro Division - Toughest Sport on Earth
Show time: 7pm
Gates open: 4.30pm
Tickets at www.sunshinecoastseaeagles.com.au or visit www.pbraustralia.com.au for more info

Sun 16 Oct - 3pm to 5pm
Public Forum - hosted by Buddies Refugee Support Group & Graduate Women of Qld - Sunshine Coast
Refugees - Dispelling the Myths
Lecture Theatre 1
Building K (Business) - 1st building from RHS carpark
University of the Sunshine Coast
Sippy Downs
The situation has never been so dire for asylum seekers escaping danger in their homelands and yet Australians have been coerced into believing the myth that our borders must be protected whatever the cost.

As decent Australians who believe in a fair go for all, we hope you don’t simply accept this and other such myths, but that you’re interested instead in making an informed and balanced judgement on these issues.

If so, you now have a rare opportunity to hear from a distinguished panel of experts. The panel comprises prominent lawyer - Julian Burnside AO QC, dedicated refugee advocates - Frederika Steen and Pamela Curr, experienced Brisbane journalist - Paul Syvret and amazing young refugee - Homa Forotan.
Come along and learn the facts and participate in a dynamic discussion with this respected panel.

Hosted by Buddies Refugee Support Group and Graduate Women Queensland Sunshine Coast, the forum is to be held at the University of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs in Lecture Theatre One. Directions will be signposted.

Free Admission - a gold coin donation welcomed.
All donations go towards assisting asylum seekers living in Brisbane.
For further information, please contact 5445 3727
or 5494 2240

WEEK 4

Sat 22 & Sun 23 Oct
The Wiggles Big Birthday in the Big Tent
Stockland Park, Kawana Waters
Australia’s most loved children’s entertainers, The Wiggles are celebrating their birthday and Australia, you’re invited to the party at Stockland Park!

As the main part of the celebrations The Wiggles Big Birthday in The Big Tent is an unprecedented presentation for the super group with the venue allowing a 360 degree view of the stage in an intimate setting.

This will be one of the largest tours of this type ever staged in Australia with over 50 shows between Oct and Dec this year around the country. Staged in their unique 3000-seat intimate mode venue this will be a show with the perfect combination of your favourite songs and some fabulous new tunes that will have children, mums, dads and grandparents dancing in the aisles!
The Wiggles Big Birthday In The Big Tent will blaze a trail through more than 5 states and 11 cities from October 1, before wrapping up December 22 in Sydney. Blue Wiggle Anthony Field said, Moving out of arena’s give us the chance to get up close and personal with our Wiggly audience in the warm and friendly environment of the Wiggly Big Tent - we can’t wait for the party to start!
In 20 years, The Wiggles have sold more than 30 million DVD’s and CD’s worldwide, sold over 6 million books and recorded over 700 songs. Anthony, Murray, Jeff and Sam would like to personally invite you to the world’s longest birthday party as The Wiggles celebrate 20 unforgettable years together.

Tickets are on sale Monday 1st August at 9am from
ticketek.com.au or by phoning Ticketek on 132 849

Sat 22 Oct
2011 McDonalds Qld Open Water Swimming Championships
Lake Kawana
This State-level championship meet is an opportunity for open water swimmers to gain qualifying times to nominate for the Australian Open Water Swimming Championships in February 2012.

Spectators can attend free of charge

For more information, visit Swimming Queensland

Sun 23 Oct
Just Tri It
Triathlon Series 2011
Lake Kawana
300m swim | 12km cycle | 3km run
This series is for all events. Come along & give it a tri!
Enter online: www.getbiking.net

WEEK 5

Wed 26 to Sun 30 Oct
Noosa Triathlon Multi Sport Festival 2011
Hastings Street, Noosa Heads
Open daily from 8.30am to 5.30pm

The Noosa Triathlon is one of the most celebrated events in the Southern Hemisphere each October & is steeped in rich history & uniqueness not matched anywhere in the world.
The Noosa Triathlon Multi Sport Festival is Australia's premiere multi sport event incorporating the second largest Olympic distance triathlons in the world. The Festival brings visitors from across the globe to Noosa's sunny shores for action-packed days of sport, entertainment & events.
There's a week-long festival of swimming, cycling, running, triathlon events for everyone from 7 to 70 plus, two golf tournaments (celebrity & corporate), massive expo, corporate/VIP facilities, a Miss & Mr Noosa Model Search plus a serious After Party you'll also need to train for.
Add a whole host of high profile personalities for celebrity spotting & it's little wonder spectator numbers swell to more than 30,000 with a total of 8,500 competitors across all events.
Children are welcome. The Courier Mail Noosa Superkidz Triathlon. A children's triathlon for ages seven to 13. Children are also eligible to enter into The Noosa Journal Breakfast Fun Run, Eyeline Noosa Ocean 1000 Swim and the Cannibal Tour de Noosa Breakfast with the stars.
Disabled: There is access for guests with a disability. Disabled toilets provided. Wheelchair ramps to enter and exit the Noosa Triathlon Lifestyle Expo.
Contact USM Eventsor visit the website for more info.
Phone: 07 5449 0711
Email: info@usmevents.com.au
Web: www.usmevents.com.au

Fri 28 Oct
Caloundra Blue Light Disco
Caloundra Rollerdrome
Caloundra Rd, Caloundra
7pm to 10pm
Entry: $8 - NO PASSOUTS
Age group 7—16 years
Smoking, drugs & alcohol are not permitted.
More info & photo galleries
visit www.caloundrabluelight.org.au >>
or call the Caloundra Blue Light Hotline on 5438 0666.

Blue Light Dance Parties are held on the last Friday of every month at the Caloundra Rollerdrome.

Fri 28 Oct
Day for Daniel
Australia Wide
Our National Day of Action Keeping Children Safe
You are invited to join with us in a day which focuses on Child Safety Awareness.

Now in its 6th year, Day for Daniel continues to grow on a National scale and is recognised as Australia’s largest participation event of its type.

The Daniel Morcombe Foundation was established in 2005 by Denise and Bruce Morcombe following the tragic abduction and suspected murder of their 13 year old son Daniel in December 2003.

To promote the Foundation’s aims of making the world a safer place for our children, an annual awareness Day for Daniel is held, involving schools and local communities. In 2011 up to 500,000 school aged children are expected to participate on a local level.

A variety of activities are suggested and these range from:
a talk about internet safety in class, a presentation by a school-based police officer
completing an interactive educational program like Being Safety Smart€�
watching our DVD titled Foundation Red
or participate in a Community Walk.
These education activities are designed to provide life skills for children in a fun 
and informative manner without the fear factor.

We encourage that a red flavour be incorporated in the day - a colour which links Daniel’s story in a discreet
way to the importance of Child Safety Education.

Day for Daniel is not a memorial day - it is a learning day for our Children.

So write in RED, draw & colour-in in RED, wear RED, display a RED ribbon, fly a RED balloon, eat RED food, have a RED morning tea & yes, you can drink RED cordial today!

Please support this initiative.
Find out more & download the PDF poster at:
www.danielmorcombe.com.au

Sat 29 Oct
Cold Chisel LIVE in Concert
Stockland Park
Kawana Waters
The 'Light The Nitro Tour 2011' will take this legendary live band from Darwin to Hobart and from Coffs Harbour to the Margaret River. Shows will be staged under specially constructed all-weather Big Top Tents. 

Tickets available from www.ticketek.com.au or 132 849

Cold Chisel will be supported by special guests Grinspoon on the Sunshine Coast ONLY!

Cold Chisel 'Light The Nitro Tour 2011' is a licensed All Ages Show. Parental discretion and accompaniment is strongly advised for children 15 years and under.

Sat 29 Oct
Wickety Wak + The 4 Kinsmen
"Showdown" Show
Sunshine Coast Function Centre, Caloundra
Doors Open: 7.30pm
Seated Show. Ages 18+
In a show where the 2 greatest showbands in Australia's history join forces in a comedy face off to bring to the stage an incredibly powerful combination of humorous talent with a combined entertainment history of over ½ a century.

The Wak, as affectionately known, toured America Canada and New Zealand in 1981 and went to number 1 on the charts in Russia and Canada with their single "Moonlight Marvel". Since then 3 of the boys - Rob Tony and Greg have been producing sellout shows everywhere they perform in the late 2000's.

The brilliant 4 Kinsmen have also been the winners of Australia's greatest showband -  they were the first of Australia's showbands to be honoured with a residency in Las Vegas after smashing the American audiences with their unique brand of Aussie humour.
On Sale Now!
Presale Ticket Cost: $35 Including GST & $3 trans. fee Fee
Call now to book your tickets - 07 5438 5800
www.wicketywak.com

Sun 30 Oct
Pete Murray
The Free Tour
Sunshine Coast Function Centre, Caloundra
Doors Open: 7.30pm
Seated Show. Ages 18+
Pete Murray is back with his first Australian tour in over two years to support the release of his brand spanking new album Blue Sky Blue.

"The Free Tour" will feature Pete’s hits, some new songs, a new band and sees him returning to the venues where many of his loyal fans experienced his early dynamic live shows. Tickets for all shows will go on sale at 9am on Friday, September 2nd - the same day Pete’s new album lands in stores across the country.

"Blue Sky Blue" is Pete Murray's fourth studio album; his three previous releases having sold over a million copies in Australia and the listeners of Triple J recently voted his classic Feeler in the top 100 Aussie albums of all time.
Tickets On Sale NOW
Presale Ticket Cost: $39.90 Including GST
Call now to book your tickets - 07 5438 5800
www.petemurray.com