By JONATHON HOWARD
THE sandiest obstacle course in Australia will take place at Coolum this weekend (19-20 July).
Sunshine Coast divisional councillor Stephen Robinson said the annual Beach Bash event was a booster to the local economy and he encouraged the community to watch or join in the fun.
“Participants will run through, climb over and crawl under numerous obstacles in what is being billed the sandiest obstacle challenge in Australia,” Cr Robinson said.
“This is the first time the event has been held on the Sunshine Coast and we are pleased Coolum has been chosen.
“The obstacle challenge will benefit local businesses and showcase Coolum to people who may not have visited the area before.
“I hope that will transfer to return visits well into the future and I know our residents and business operators will make all visitors feel welcome.
“The council is working closely with the organisers to ensure the dunal areas are no-go zones so they remain protected throughout the event.”
Stumers Creek Road, Coolum, and the car park will be closed from 5am-4pm on Sunday 20 July.
Entrance to the dog off-leash area at beach access 69 (off Stumers Creek Road) will also be closed on Sunday, however pet owners can still use access 67 located off Lorikeet Drive, Peregian Beach.
Tickle Park Coolum and its adjacent carpark will be closed from 6am on Saturday 19 July to 6pm Sunday 20 July.
Warning signs, barricades and qualified traffic controllers will be in place during the event.
Sunshine Coast Council officers will also be in the area in the lead-up to and during the event letting beach-goers know about the temporary changes.
