Santa, surf lifesavers, and emergency services personnel will hit the road for the annual Connecting Noosa Christmas Convoy in December.
Now in its sixth year, the convoy will visit communities across the shire, from Kin Kin and Cooran in the north, to Peregian Beach in the south, and everywhere in between – including Noosaville, Tewantin, Pomona and Cooroy.
Council’s Community Connections Manager Alison Hamblin said the event was a great way to spread Christmas cheer, thank local emergency services and bring the community together.
“Every year the crowds grow, and it’s a fantastic way for our emergency services, volunteers and Council staff to connect with locals,” Ms Hamblin said.
“We’re thrilled to have Hot91, ZINC96, Tewantin Noosa RSL and Crackerjack Cooroy on board as sponsors – there will be giveaways at each of the scheduled stops.”
The convoy kicks off Monday, 8 December, at Peregian Beach and travels along the eastern beaches with stops at Peregian Beach Surf Lifesaving Club, Wavecrest Park, Comet Park, Grasstree Court, Oz Care and a drive through Noosa Junction and through Hastings Street.
On Tuesday, 9 December, the convoy heads to Boreen Point, Cooroibah and Noosa Banks, before passing through Kin Kin, Cooran, Pomona and Cooroy on Wednesday, 10 December, and Tewantin and Noosaville on Thursday, 11 December.
Families are encouraged to check the maps online at noosa.qld.gov.au and head to one of the designated stops to meet Santa, chat with emergency services and see the vehicles up close.
Mayor Frank Wilkie said the convoy had become a Noosa Christmas highlight.
“This event is fairly unique in Queensland, and it’s become such a well-loved local tradition that our community turns out for in large numbers every year.”
Maps and full details are available at noosa.qld.gov.au/connecting-noosa-christmas-convoy.
Convoy schedule:
Monday, 8 December: Peregian Beach, Castaways Beach, Marcus Beach, Sunrise Beach, Sunshine Beach, Noosa Junction and through Hastings Street – starts from Peregian Surf Club at 4pm.
Tuesday, 9 December: Boreen Point, Cooroibah, Noosa Banks – starts at the Boreen Point pub at 4pm.
Wednesday, 10 December: Kin Kin, Cooran, Pomona, Cooroy – starts 3.15pm at Kin Kin School, finishing at Crackerjack Cooroy.
Thursday, 11 December: Noosaville and Tewantin – starts 4pm at Noosaville Primary School.
