Carols, fireworks and festive cheer

THE Noosa River shores will come to life once again this Christmas, thanks to the support of Noosa Council, Noosa Christian Outreach Church and local Noosa businesses.
The group of local businesses have pitched in to make the Christmas Carols a reality after sponsorship and funding was not enough to cover costs for the annual festival that draws thousands of locals and visitors to the Noosa River each December.
On Sunday 18 December from 7pm, Lions Park Noosaville on Gympie Terrace (Pirate Park) will see the Noosa Carols on the River go ahead this year, fireworks and all, after local businesses pooled together to donate the much- needed additional funds.
Noosa Boathouse owner Phil Bradford said he became concerned when he heard funding had been reduced over the last few years.
“After a meeting with Jane Spies from the Christian Outreach Church to discuss what was needed, all it took was a few phone calls and emails to get local businesses to jump onboard with their support,” Phil said.
Noosa Boathouse together with Pepper’s Resort and Spa, Netanya Noosa, RACV Resort, Noosa Springs Resort, Sofitel Noosa, Bella Casa Resort, Ocean Breeze Resort, Tourism Noosa and Noosa Surf Club have collectively contributed $8500 towards the event, with further support from KC Fireworks providing fireworks on the night.
Phil Bradford said the carols were a great night for the Noosa community at a happy and festive time of year.
“We will continue to assist the Church this year to structure the commercial viability of the free community event put on by the Christian Outreach Church so revenue generated this year will go back to supporting the event next year,” he said.
The Noosa Carols on the River is a free event held on Sunday 18 December at Noosaville Lions Park from 7pm. Noosa Boathouse is also holding a three-course Christmas Dinner and Carols on Tuesday 6 December with proceeds going towards the event. Tickets are available now at $49.50pp and can be purchased at www.noosaboathouse.com.au/events.
Sponsors are still needed so anyone who would like to contribute to the event can contact Jane through the Christian Outreach Church on 5449 9658 or email jane@noosacoc.org.au.