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Here on our blog, you can keep up to date with all of our latest Caloundra news and events.

Winter Wunderland: Town Glows with Winter Magic

Caloundra’s CBD came alive last Friday night as an estimated 10,000 people flocked to the heart of town for the Winter Wunderland Street Party. The magical celebration transformed Bulcock Street into a frosty, festive wonderland.

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Library+ Project Brings Updated Parking from 1 July

As part of the ongoing transformation of the Caloundra administration building into a state-of-the-art district library and customer service centre, updated parking restrictions will take effect from 1 July 2025 at the Nutley Street and Otranto Avenue car parks, as well as on Omrah Avenue in Caloundra.

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Winter Wunderland: Performance times

Caloundra's Winter Wunderland Street Party, a one-of-a-kind event that will have you experiencing a free, frosty and fun evening right here in Sunny Queensland.

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Heading to Winter Wunderland? Here's some Travel Tips

Best travel options, parking, and sustainable methods of getting to and from the event safely and efficiently, along with bathroom locations, where to fill up your drink bottle and where you can take a little rest.

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Hope Dreaming Centre Opens: Culture at Caloundra’s Gateway

As you cruise down Caloundra Road on your way into town, a fresh and inspiring sight now greets you on the left. The long-vacant Information Centre has been reborn as The Hope Dreaming Centre, opening its doors to the public from 11am on 17 June 2025.

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Shop to Win

As the winter chill sets in, Caloundra turns up the warmth with a Shop Local celebration. This season, there’s never been a better reason to spend your money locally, and it could even land you big prizes!

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Caloundra Hub Wins Hearts and Top Honours

In a resounding notion of thoughtful design and local pride, the Caloundra Community and Creative Hub has been crowned the People’s Choice Award winner at the prestigious Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA) Queensland Awards held in Brisbane. This recognition highlights the project's design excellence and underscores fostered community connection.

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‘Magical experience’: where to enjoy a winter wunderland

A frosty fantasy complete with a touch of snow, enchanting live music and food to warm your heart and soul is coming to Caloundra.

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Caloundra's Footpath Frenzy: Bulcock Street Offers

The dedication to supporting local is what sets Caloundra apart and makes our town a hub of creativity and vibrancy. Our local businesses have a myriad of festivities through the Caloundra CBD during the Buy Local Day event 28 June 2025.

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‘Positive start’: luxury hotel gains approval

A new hotel development in Caloundra has been approved under a Council-led incentives package, aiming to attract high-quality accommodation, boost tourism and create jobs.

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Caloundra's Shopping Tours: Stylish Success with Local Flair

Caloundra’s boutique shopping scene is being highlighted in the most fabulous way as bestselling author and proud local Kim McCosker hosted our very first Caloundra Shopping Tour, joined by the flawless Miss Teen Galaxy, Isabelle, from Belle Le Chic.

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A Crown with a Cause

In the heart of the Sunshine Coast, Caloundra is home to more than just stunning beaches and vibrant local businesses. We're the proud hometown of Miss Teen Galaxy Australia 2025, a young woman whose passion, purpose, and perseverance are making waves both locally and internationally.

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Beachfest Deals

Caloundra is our playground by the sea.

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Hot rods and homegrown on show

Two big events will roll and ride into Caloundra and Maleny over the last weekend in May.

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Bulcock Street Music Festival: Hardcore Hits Town

A Celebration of Indie Punk and Hardcore in the heart of Caloundra

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New home for club celebrating golden anniversary

A Sunshine Coast club that has been kicking goals for half a century will benefit from a very special present for its golden anniversary.

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60years: A Journey of Play, Growth, and Community

A special milestone is in order of a celebration – the Caloundra Community Kindergarten is turning 60! Six decades of nurturing young minds, fostering creativity, and building a strong sense of community.

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