January 11, 2026By yelomag
A Sunshine Coast live music venue owner has spoken out with practical, heartfelt advice on how locals can help keep the scene alive, amid the closure of The Station last week. The Presynct owner Rusty Nyman (pictured with daughter Cherry) — who runs one of the region’s few remaining dedicated live music venues — says
January 10, 2026By yelomag
Tickets to The Terrys @ Norton Music Factory in Caloundra West on Saturday: https://www.moshtix.com.au The Terrys will take their all-ages regional show to Norton Music Factory next weekend after a last-minute venue change. The Merrigong surf-rock lads were due to play at The Station in Birtinya on Saturday, but the venue closed suddenly last week,
January 10, 2026By yelomag
The Gold Coast live music calendar for 2026 is shaping up to be one of the region’s busiest in years, with a mix of iconic festivals, big-name concerts and vibrant local gig nights worth planning for. Whether you’re chasing festival wristbands or laid-back beachfront sets, the Coast has something happening every week — here are
January 9, 2026By yelomag
Looking for Brisbane gigs this weekend? The city’s live music scene is stacked with action, from intimate indie rooms to big-stage productions. Here are the top Brisbane live music picks to add to your weekend plans. 🎸 Half Baked + More — The Junk Bar (Fri)A killer lineup of indie and alt-rock with Half Baked,
January 8, 2026By yelomag
February is shaping up to be a massive month for Sunshine Coast gigs. Whether you’re heading to Kings Beach Tavern, Norton Music Factory or The Presynct, our live music scene is your new happy place. You’ll find happy people connecting through music, singing and dancing — what’s not to love? And better yet, the people
December 31, 2025By yelomag
Main picture: A digital interpretation of a future Coochin Fields, which has been approved for the Sunshine Coast. UPDATE – February 2026: Coochin Fields Festival Site Approved Queensland’s largest dedicated festival site has been approved. The State Government has given the green light to the 155-hectare Coochin Fields music and events site at Coochin Creek,
December 30, 2025By yelomag
Pictured: The Station owners Chris and Lauren, via ABC Sunshine Coast live music venue The Station has announced it will close after two years of bringing live music and entertainment to the region. The Station owners Chris and Lauren announced the news on Instagram on Tuesday, saying Australian music legend Pete Murray will play the
December 23, 2025By yelomag
Sunshine Coast Council has a supercharged lineup of FOUR fireworks displays across the Sunshine Coast this New Year’s Eve. In Coolum, the fireworks are on at 8.30pm, while in Caloundra they are a little later at 9.30pm. In Mooloolaba there’s two displays: one at 8.30pm and one at midnight. All viewing points are glass and
December 22, 2025By yelomag
US rapper Nicki Minaj has made headlines speaking with Erika Kirk – the widow of late activist Charlie Kirk – at Turning Point USA‘s annual America Fest in Arizona. The singing superstar has been publicly spouting her new-found admiration for US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance—figures she has previously criticised. In the
December 11, 2025By yelomag
Tickets Hyena Smyle at The Presynct on Saturday via Oztix.com. Sunshine Coast newcomers Hyena Smyle will debut their blistering pop-rock sound at The Presynct in Nambour on Saturday. Marking the arrival of a fresh, fierce voice in Australian alternative music, the female-fronted, three-piece channel the golden era of 80s and 90s alt-rock. The band has

