Captain David Donaldson Amidst escalating challenges, the Salvation Army is gearing up to launch its 60th Red Shield Appeal in Nambour. As inflation and homelessness bite and the cost-of-living crisis deepens, recent research has unveiled the extent of the struggle faced by individuals and families in the community. A staggering 94 percent of respondents in a recent study admitted to grappling with the affordability of basic necessities such as housing,

Shikani Sargent, the first Keeper, is engaging the community as a Street Philosopher Artists transform streets with public art via The Keeper Project, a public art initiative previously showcased in Coolum, has arrived in Nambour. The project features 11 local artists over 33 weeks, each bringing their unique creative talents to the streets of Nambour. Producer Angie Dunbavan said the project recently kicked off with Shikani Sargent, the first Keeper,

Sunshine Coast Foodie, Martin Duncan, and his scone squad are looking forward to having many “Sconeversations” in Nambour town square. Sunshine Coast Foodie Martin Duncan has been baking up a storm, and connecting Sunshine Coast communities since 2018 with his much-loved Sconetime morning teas. “Sconetime originally started in Cooroy after the Hall had been renovated,” said Martin. “We put it to the community that the occasion was meritorious of a special

by Cameron Outridge The Sunshine Coast Agricultural Show is hoping to welcome a record number of visitors this year. Show Society President Rowan O’Hara is optimistic about hitting the 40,000 mark, positioning it as the third largest show in Queensland, just behind Brisbane and Cairns. “If everything’s on trend and the weather is good, we’re striving for 40,000 people through the gates this year. From six years ago up to

The event attracted 43 golfers living with an intellectual disability from around South East Queensland. Nambour based charity Golf Programs Australia Incorporated (GPAI) hosted Queensland’s most participated Special Olympics Australia (SOA) golf competition on Sunday 26th May at the magnificent Palmer Coolum Golf Course which attracted 43 golfers living with an intellectual disability from around Sth East Queensland. PGA Professional and GPAI founder Darrell Dalton and his dedicated team of

Some of the original Big W staff who still work at the Nambour store are pictured with Racheal Pascoe, centre. by Racheal Pascoe It has already been 20 years since Big W came to town, offering locals more variety when shopping and another opportunity for employment. When Big W opened in June 2004 it was an exciting time for our little town. I have a special interest in this store

In the wake of International Nurses’ Day and International Day of the Midwife, Nambour General Hospital nurses stand at the forefront of a heartfelt campaign recognising their invaluable contributions. Sunshine Coast Health’s recent call for the community to send messages of support to be shared at an awards ceremony was met with an outpouring of gratitude. Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery Lisa Newport expressed her appreciation for the dedication and

From left, Showdown Co-Founder Dan Munday, third assistant director Jaymee Sudrajat, actors Darren Gilshenan and Anna McMahon, line producer Eve Donohue, producer Janneke Williamson, director of photography Andrew Maccoll, and director Ryan Neil Butler. Founded by Nambour High graduates, Jon Coghill (Powderfinger), and Dan Munday (US Survivor), Sunny Coast Showdown is presented by the Bendigo Community Bank–Tewantin, Cooroy, and Marcoola, and is now in its third year. “The aim of

The Melbourne Staff Band is one of the most accomplished and respected brass bands in the country. by Tanya Outridge Get ready to be swept away by the sounds of the esteemed Melbourne Staff Band as they make their way to Nambour for the 60th anniversary celebrations of The Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal. The iconic brass band will grace the stages of the Nambour Salvation Army Hall and Suncoast

Whether you’re a seasoned cowboy or just looking for some family-friendly fun, this year’s Ray White Nambour Rodeo promises non-stop action and entertainment for all ages. The rodeo, at the Nambour Showgrounds on Saturday 11 May,  features a full rodeo program of popular events: bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, bull riding, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing and much more. Ray White Nambour Principal Matt O’Grady said last year’s rodeo,

From left, Club Secretary Tarsh Gardner, Ben’s parents Nat Gorzalka & Chris Hunter with their son’s jersey and Club President Leith Hensley. by Cameron Outridge Nearly a year on from the accident that ended his life a young rugby league player has been honoured by his beloved footy club family.  Nambour Junior Rugby League Club on Wednesday (April 24) unveiled a memorial garden and bench in memory of the popular

The 8.55am Parade commences and marches down Ann Street onto Mathew Street and into the Memorial Park Remembering the fallen:  by Janine Hill PAST and present servicemen and women and members of the community are invited to ANZAC Day services in Nambour on 25 April. The Nambour RSL Sub Branch has organised events to remember and honour the service and sacrifice of those who served Australia during all conflicts. The