That’s the spirit

The Noosa Jazz Club performing at last year's official Australia Day celebrations.

WHETHER it’s with beach cricket, a barbecue or listening to live music, Aussies sure know how to celebrate Australia Day.
But if you’re wondering what to do this Australia Day, Noosa is set to be abuzz with live gigs and community events on 26 January. See the Noosa Today Gig Guide below for all the best events.
Sunshine Beach Surf Club, Duke Street, Sunshine Beach
The $15 big Aussie burger is back at the surfy. Grab one then sit back and relax to the tunes of the Triple J Hottest 100 on the newly renovated deck.
Phone 5447 5491 for more information.
Noosaville Lions Park, Gympie Terrace, Noosaville
A great success last year, the official Australia Day celebrations are back from 8am to 3pm.
Some along to enjoy an Aussie breakfast, youth awards, citizenship ceremony and plenty of fun and entertainment set against the backdrop of the beautiful Noosa River.
Noosa Reef Hotel, Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads
Noosa Reef Hotel will transform into the Little Aussie Reef for Australia Day, with Aussie food, tunes and fun for all. From 10am, the Triple J countdown will be streamed live followed by a free sausage sizzle, and DJs from 6pm.
Phone 5430 7500 for more information.
Villa Noosa, Mary Street, Noosaville
Celebrate the long weekend at the Villa Noosa with DJ Jester on Friday, DJ BNS on Saturday, live bands from 2pm on Sunday, all topped off by the Triple J countdown and fun games on Australia Day.
Phone 5430 5555 for more information.