WHAT'S ON IN QUEENSLAND NOVEMBER 2015

O'Reilly's 38th Annual Bird Week 8 - 15 November

Join bird lovers from around the globe in Australia's longest running birding program at O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat from 8-15 November. The seven day event combines insightful live presentations from Australia's most reputable bird enthusiasts plus guided bird tours throughout O'Reilly's World Heritage-listed Lamington National Park. Kick-start the week with an introduction from birding gurus and leaders, rise and shine to daily walking tours and spot rare birds such as the Sooty Owl, Marbled Frogmouth and the Albert's Lyrebird. Enthusiasts can prepare to see hundreds of bird species throughout the week, whereby assisting several research and conservation programs. Click here for further information on the events.

Jupiters celebrates 30 years - November

Since opening its doors in November 1985, Jupiters Gold Coast has cemented itself as one of Australia's iconic venues for world-class entertainment, superb dining, premium accommodation and spectacular events. More than 10,000 people visit the property every day, with the team welcoming more than 100 million customers over the past 30 years. In celebration of three fun-filled decades, Jupiters will this month present an outstanding line-up of live entertainment. Throughout November Jupiters Theatre will showcase some of the biggest names in the international recording industry, including legends like the Beach Boys, Engelbert Humperdinck and Burt Bacharach. In what's sure to be a month to remember, Jupiters will also present another instalment of the hugely successful comedy series 'Laugh Your Pants Off'. The celebrations will continue with soulful songster Stan Walker taking to the stage and even Elvis will be in the building in November for Shake Rattle & Roll.

Discover Sailing Day – 15 November

Southport Yacht Club will host a free 'Discover Sailing Day' at the Club's Hollywell Sail Training facility on Sunday, 15 November 2015 from 9am – 12pm. The Discover Sailing Day is aimed at increasing public awareness in sailing, especially amongst children, promoting the message: Sailing is for everyone – it can be cheap, simple, safe and fun! The event is open to everyone, with children and adults given the opportunity to go for a sail under the guidance of qualified instructors.

NightQuarter Opening Night – 28 Nov

NightQuarter is the Gold Coast's newest culture and entertainment precinct, featuring night markets, micro-restaurants, emerging fashion and a unique live music space. The shipping container city will provide 120 local speciality food purveyors, designers, musicians and craftspeople with an opportunity to bring their concepts to life. Spread out across different precincts such as Tapas Street, Hawker Street, High Street, The Paddock and others, NightQuarter is a festival celebrating food, music and culture. Located at Helensvale, the new precinct will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 4-10pm, following the opening night on 28 November.