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| The Typhoon SX 360 |
Permission to thrill on Aussie World's new ride
Strap yourself in and hold on tight, Aussie World is set to launch a new ride that will challenge even the most daring of thrill seekers. The Typhoon SX 360 will be the first of its kind in Australia, catapulting guests up to 80km per hour on a full inversion at 360°. Aussie World has also renovated the entire façade of The Pub, formerly known at the Ettamogah Pub.
'Beez Knees' mountain bike track open in Caloundra
Tucked away in bushland just 10 minutes' drive from the beach is an attraction of a different kind. The Beez Kneez Black-Diamond Trail is 900m of gravity flow generators, wall rides and jumps, making it the perfect playground for mountain bikers. The new track opened at the end of 2018 and is located in the Caloundra Town Reserve.
Australia's first solar-powered canoe tour
Harness the power of the sun to fuel your next adventure with Eco River Rides. The tour company uses innovative solar-powered canoes to take visitors on an unforgettable journey through the Maroochy River Wetlands and is the first of its kind in Australia.
Sky's the limit on new ropes courses
Thrill seekers looking to push their fear of heights to the limit need look no further than the TreeTop Challenge. Scheduled to open in March 2019, the high-ropes adventure in the Sunshine Coast's iconic Big Pineapple precinct will include more than 100 activities across a 2km course, including a 120m long zipline. A state-of-the-art ropes course with Australia's highest twin flying foxes has also opened in Twin Waters. The Apex Camps Sunshine Coast facility hoists visitors 14m off the ground and allows visitors to race their friends on twin 70m ziplines.
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| Mary Valley Rattler |
Mary Valley Rattler introduces picnic package
The Mary Valley Rattler has been restored to its former glory, relaunching to the public in late 2018. New to the Rattler this year is the introduction of 'Retro Fridays': a journey on board their 1960's Silver Bullet railmotor with complimentary breakfast or lunch at the Platform No. 1 Café. This Valentine's Day the Rattler also launched their Mary Valley Picnic Train, a new lunchtime service onboard their 'Red Rocket' with guests provided with gourmet picnic hampers and a bottle of bubbles to enjoy throughout the journey.
Nature-based playground opens
Children will be able to get back in touch with nature at the new 'Whipbird Walk and Village' at the Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Gardens. The new playground mimics nature-based play, giving children the opportunity to wander off the path, make cubby houses, play in the dirt and look for creepy crawlies.
Ocean View Heli takes off to Flame Hill Vineyard
Flame Hill Vineyard is a Sunshine coast institution producing fine wines, and fine dining, with scenic views over the coastline. In a Sunshine Coast first Ocean View Heli has partnered with Flame Hill, offering visitors a three-hour 'Fly 'n' Dine' journey taking them by chopper to the vineyard for lunch.
The Events Centre Caloundra Upgrade
One of the Sunshine Coast's premier live production venues, The Events Centre Caloundra, is currently undergoing a major renovation. The renovation will include a new covered entry, an upgrade to the air-conditioning, box office, foyer and main theatre. The Centre will reopen in April 2019, providing a first-class facility for live shows on the Sunshine Coast.
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| Novotel Twin Waters Resort |
Doors set to open on new $8 million convention centre
In a move that will reposition the Sunshine Coast as a leading business events destination, Novotel Twin Waters Resort will this April open the doors to their new $8 million convention centre. The facility, combined with the resort's existing Wandiny Pavilion, will bring the centre's overall capacity to 3,400 delegates. The new centre is already set to host the 2019 Queensland Tourism Awards.
Ladies only Sunshine Coast tours launch
Looking to plan the ultimate girl's trip? CC Tours and Travel offers ladies only foodie experiences on the Sunshine Coast, allowing you to eat, drink and shop until your heart's content. The fully escorted tours include private transfers, first class dining and handcrafted experiences, including 'Foodie and Furnishings' and 'Hinterland Highs' tours.
Ikatan Spa's million-dollar expansion
Ikatan Spa recently underwent a million-dollar refurbishment, and in November 2018, was awarded Best Spa in Australia, Best Boutique Spa in Australia, Best Eco Spa in Australia and Best Signature Spa Treatment at the prestigious Haute Grandeur awards in Dubai. Ikatan has also introduced two new massages and started a Retreat Day with a focus on holistic wellness.
The Big Pineapple's $150 million renewal project
Work has started on restoring the Sunshine Coast's iconic The Big Pineapple to its former glory through a $150 million renewal project. Work includes the new Treetop Challenge, water park, major events space, onsite accommodation and $60 million agribusiness precinct.
Take to the skies, without leaving the ground
SunJet Simulations is giving visitors hands-on experience flying a commercial jet. Located at GoFly Aviation at Caloundra Airport, the Boeing 737 simulator is made up of 70 per cent genuine Boeing parts in a full-sized cockpit. You can even take a virtual world tour with flights to Hong Kong and Dubai.
New 'Noosa in a day' tour
Coast to Hinterland Tours launched their 'Noosa in a Day' tour at the start of 2019. The tour runs each Tuesday, with pick-ups available from the guest's accommodation, and includes free time in Noosa's Hastings Street, a river cruise on Noosa River and two-course lunch at Pier11.
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| Triballink Activity Centre |
Triballink Activity Centre opens in Mapleton
Visitors are encouraged to learn about Indigenous culture at the newly opened Triballink Activity Centre. Triballink offers a Dreamtime Immersion with a night walk through the rainforest, local Dreamtime storytelling and bush tucker, as well as a night time Aboriginal dance and dinner immersion experience. Triballink is located at the Queensland Conference and Camping Centre in Mapleton.
Website: www.visitsunshinecoast.com.au
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