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Some news hits harder than others. They all say they saw it coming but it was still a sad day for the Sunshine Coast after Council yesterday confirmed we are losing yet another beloved music event, the Caloundra Music Festival. But do you think it’s time we accept that these festivals are a luxury of
It’s official: the Caloundra Music Festival will not be returning next year. Sunshine Coast Council today announced the festival will no longer be funded by taxpayers, citing rising costs. The annual community festival debuted in 2007 and evolved every year. It supported thousands of local musicians and brought millions of revenue to nearby businesses. In
Caloundra Music Festival (CMF) has joined the growing list of cancelled Australian music festivals this year. Sunshine Coast Council blames rising living and operating costs, but says the event will be back next year. CMF has seen major headliners such as Powderfinger, Paul Kelly, Missy Higgins, John Butler Trio, Jimmy Barnes, Empire of the Sun,
Sunshine Coast musician Drew Wilson is calling for an independent body to make the local music industry a fair one. Drew Wilson – whose latest pop-folk hit “Holding Onto You” is enjoying commercial success – says many local artists feel unsupported by Sunshine Coast Council. His comments refer to Council-run Caloundra Music Festival (CMF), where
Caloundra: Attention singer/songwriters! 🎤 Caloundra Live & Local is a free series of music events by Sunshine Coast Council, kicking off with a Singer Songwriter Competition, which will see talented local artists take to the stage on September 1. Don’t miss seeing our incredible musos, with their vibrant beats and soulful melodies, battle it out at this
Caloundra: ICONIC. Who has been getting down to some @arresteddevelopment__ since they announced their plans to descend on @caloundramusicfestival?? Bring it. Mr Wendel, yo! Our 90s knickers are in a twist!
