Noosa Junction’s vibrant heart will come alive on Friday 19 September as Beach Road Noosa presents Lunch with Locals, a new lighthearted luncheon series.
Designed to spark connection, collaboration, meaningful conversations and celebrate community, Lunch with Locals brings people together in a relaxed setting, blending lifestyle, wellbeing, business, and personal growth in a way that is fresh, accessible, inspiring and uplifting.
Launch Topic: Smarter Living – Lifestyle Hacks explores practical strategies for thriving in today’s world, with an inspiring lineup of local voices sharing fresh ideas and actionable tips. With rising living costs and shifting lifestyles, the theme couldn’t be more timely.
Featuring local guest speakers:
– Amanda Stevens – Consumer futurist, bestselling author, and dynamic keynote speaker
– Deena Shanahan – Founder of Committed to Collect, expert in supermarket, travel, and lifestyle shopping strategies
– Ali Pilling – Family wealth coach, owner of ePlants, and founder of the Money Savvy movement
Guests will also be treated to live welcome entertainment by talented musician Chris Cobb, a soulful Sunshine Coast musician whose journey has taken him from local markets to national recognition as a featured artist on The Voice Australia 2025.
The luncheon will feature:
– A welcome beverage and flowing networking-style dining experience.
– Inspiring keynote talks and interactive Q&A sessions.
– Lucky door prizes, raffles, and a showcase of local offerings.
– Community connection and the chance to make a difference.
This inaugural event proudly supports Waves of Kindness, a local Sunshine Coast charity making a real difference through programs such as the Breakfast Club for 11 schools, Emergency Relief for families in financial need, and their Care Centre offering advocacy and welfare services. Every dollar raised helps spread hope, dignity, and connection across the community.
As part of this initiative, attendees can also choose a “Pay It Forward” ticket option, gifting a special guest Waves of Kindness ticket to someone who might not otherwise be able to attend but would deeply benefit from the experience.
Event curator Christine Mackay – Key Elements by Christine – is passionate about creating unique lifestyle events, escapes, and experiences that foster connection.
“Through Lunch with Locals, my vision is to provide a platform that not only brings people together but also shines a light on the voices, businesses, and charities that make our region so special,” Christine said.
“It’s about community supporting community.”
Tickets are $65 and available now via Humanitix: shorturl.at/Z58sS
For those unable to attend, donations and Pay It Forward contributions are warmly welcomed. Local businesses interested in contributing in any way to get behind this community initiative are encouraged to reach out and get in touch.
