October 20, 2025By Punky Brewster
Nambour has been quietly transforming into the Sunshine Coast’s “West End” since property prices began rapidly gentrifying the suburb in recent years. Dripping with old-time charm and modern flair, the vibrant town offers an eclectic mix of Queenslander homes, mid-century modern architecture, and colourful local characters, with a thriving arts scene like no other. Taking
October 6, 2025By Punky Brewster
Now in its fifth year, Samhain returns to Nambour on the Sunshine Coast with a bold program of live music, art, and film. Set over three days – from October 30-November 1 – the Old Ambulance Station, on Howard Street, is set to come alive this spooky season in the region’s inner-creative hub. There will
September 30, 2025By yelomag
Nambour is set to host the 12th instalment of leading regional music industry event Turn Up at The Presynct on October 23. Presented by Turn Up Event and Oztix, the conference is where musicians, industry workers and music lovers, come together to connect, celebrate, share knowledge and swap stories. Big names such as TV personality
September 18, 2025By yelomag
Tickets to see Transvision Vamp at The Station on the Sunshine Coast on February 14 and The Triffid in Brisbane on February 11-12 HERE. You’d better get your shoulder pads out and dancing shoes on, ladies! British 80s pop-rock band Transvision Vamp – known for their mega-hit “Baby I Don’t Care” – will be in Australia for the
September 17, 2025By yelomag
Show your kids how gigging is done by taking them to a rock-show these September school holidays at Solbar. Hugo and the Hive, Jemzel, and Karma Police will perform an all-ages gig on Sunday, September 28, from 2pm. Whether you’re a die-hard live music fan or just looking for something epic to do during the
August 20, 2025By Penny Brand
Main picture: US rapper and singer Jelly Roll (pictured with MGK) will headline new country music festival Strummingbird, alongside viral hoedown favourite Shaboozey, as part of the vibrant Sunshine Coast live music calendar this year. The Sunshine Coast is quickly shedding its reputation as a sleepy beachside ‘retirement’ destination, writes Yelo’s Penny Brand. From high-end
August 3, 2025By Marc Roberts
Photos and words: Marc Roberts Northlane didn’t just play The Station on Saturday night, they transformed it. Photo: Crowdsurfers get amongst the action for Northlane at The Station. Arriving just in time to catch the end of the Mirrors‘ set, who were clearly winning over new arrivals, I could feel the electric atmosphere in every
August 2, 2025By yelomag
Nashville star Jelly Roll and hoedown giant Shaboozey are set to headline a new country music festival Strummingbird which kicks off its inaugural year at Kawana Sports Precinct on October 25. Local favourites The Dreggs are also featured on the lineup, performing alongside other big names in country Treaty Oak Revival, James Johnston, Kaylee Bell
August 2, 2025By yelomag
The Angels, Boom Crash Opera and Mi-Sex will headline Day 2 of Alexandra Headland’s favourite music festival Bluff Fest on November 30. The festival, which debuted last year with The Terrys and The Grogans headlining, has already expanded to a two-day affair. While Sunday is reserved for a mature crowd, Day 1 of Bluff Fest
August 1, 2025By Punky Brewster
Melbourne-based American singer/songwriter Michael Beach will head directly from his European tour to Nambour on August 8 to celebrate his latest LP. The Californian-born musician will play his first Australian show for the album, “Big Black Plume”, at new Sunshine Coast music studio GLÓR. This is a rare chance to catch Michael, whose music is

