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This Aussie Beach Brand’s Kaleidoscopic Range Is Perfect For Snagging A Cabana Spot

Aussie-owned beach brand LiFE! has been bringing a bold dose of colour to our shores since they launched 20 years ago, and these legends have just released a new range that’s serious about sun safety. 

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Ditch The Stocking Fillers: The Best Thoughtful Gifts Ideas For Christmas 2024

To help you nail your Christmas shopping list with the perfect prezzie this year, we've curated six unique and sentimental gifts that'll hit the brief and win you max brownie points. 

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Boundary-Pushing Blooms: September Studio’s Bryce Heyworth On The Future Of Floristry

Lavish bouquet-filled tablescapes fill our feeds and online orders for bouquets are booming—the internet has transformed the floristry industry, and we’re lapping it up

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Aloe Flora

Looking to escape the current madness of the world? Then head to Aloe Flora, Maleny’s lush new indoor plant studio.

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The Orangerie

If you’re due for a little self-care and indulgence, we’ve found just the thing.

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Syndicate Creative

Want to get your creative juices flowing but not sure how? Well, you've come to the right place.

Local Escapes

14 Of The Best Things To Do In The Scenic Rim

If you’ve never planned a trip to the Scenic Rim, we’re here to tell you, you’re most definitely missing out. 

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The Best Sunshine Coast Flower Delivery To Send Some Bloomin’ Love

Who doesn’t like getting surprised with a bunch of blooms? They’re pretty, smell delightful, and make you feel oh-so-loved. So, to make life easier for you, here's a list of the very best flower delivery services on the Sunshine Coast. 

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The Best Sunshine Coast Florists To Spoil Someone Special

We don’t want you to fall short on your flower-giving duties, so we’ve hunted down the best florists on the Sunshine Coast.

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Alabaster Trader

Housed in pop-up locations throughout Noosa for the past three years, Alabaster Trader—a brand that’s synonymous with flawless interior style and design—has revealed its brand new flagship store, and it’s beautiful. 

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El Badi

For all the fashion boutiques and homewares stores on the Sunshine Coast, there’s nothing quite like Mooloolaba’s latest recruit, El Badi. 

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Woman. By Abby Rose

For everyone who’s been swaying towards adding some ethically-produced fashion and wares to their lives, but have no idea where to start, we’ve got great news. 

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Why Now’s The Time To Jump On The Aussie E-Bike Revolution

The answers to all your questions and curiosities before you jump into your big e-bike purchase.

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The Ultimate 2023 Guide To Christmas Shopping For Everyone On Your List

100+ banging and easy-to-order gift ideas for your folks, friends, mates and dates.

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27 Of The Best Sunshine Coast Markets In December

If there was ever a time to shop local on the Sunshine Coast, it's now.

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Cloth & Hide

Lovers of high-quality slow fashion will find a slice of paradise in the stunning store that is Cloth & Hide.

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Acres Garden Centre

If you’re looking for garden and design inspo this place has got you covered, and then some. 

Fashion

Wax Buildup

Imagine two passions combined—vintage vinyl and smooth coffee. 

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The Sunshine Coast’s Best Op Shops Where You Can Find Second-Hand Gold

Grab your best scavenging mates, pool your pennies and jump in the car because we’ve hunted down the Sunshine Coast's best op shops.

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7 Easy Ways To Treat Yourself Now The Gift-Giving Season Is Over

Annnd that’s a wrap. The festive season is behind us. While there are no more presents sitting enticingly below the tree, there’s no need to put a stop to the treats. Make time for yourself and seek moments of indulgence and bliss—no matter how big or small. 

Entertainment

9 Of The Best Bookstores On The Sunshine Coast For Book Lovers

We’ve found our favourite bookshops here on the Sunshine Coast for coffee lovers and avid bookaholics alike. 

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Coast Store

Sitting across the road from the river, a little white beach shack—the kind that’s conjured up when you think of a relaxed life by the sea—is where you’ll find Coast Store.

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Flax Flower Collective

Screw diamonds. Flowers are a girl’s best friend. And although we have a few fave florists on the Sunshine Coast, right now, it’s all about Flax Flower Collective.

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The Romantic

Where do we even begin? Basically, if you want to shop the best homewares on the Sunshine Coast get yo’ tush to Peregian Beach.

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Top Up Your Festive Cheer With A Twilight Christmas Market, Outdoor Cinema And Tinsel Tavern

There is a tonne of events to check out this Chrissy season, from classic twilight carols to a Christmas Jazz Lounge with no shortage of lights and merriment in between.

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Level Up Your Gifting Game With The Sunshine Coast’s Coolest Gift Delivery Services

Max the brownie points with the Sunshine Coast’s coolest gift delivery services.

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Here’s How You Can Win One Of Five $4,000 R.M.Williams Shopping Experiences

From August 11 until September 4, R.M.Williams is giving you the chance to score one of five shopping experiences, including a $4,000 voucher and a private styling appointment.

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RAW

Like your furniture with a bit of history? Sunshine Coast homewares store, Raw’s Maroochydore-made products are created mainly out of materials from old Queenslanders.

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Kunara

The size of your local Woolies, this superfood supermarket has everything you could possibly need with over 18,000 natural and organic products.

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The Best Sunshine Coast Plant Shops To Feed Your Greenery Obsession

We've tracked down where to buy the best indoor plants on the Sunshine Coast. Let the obsession continue.

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6 Reasons You Need To Visit This Food & Entertainment Mecca On The GC

Nestled in the beating heart of Surfers Paradise, we’ve found the perfect place for the ultimate fun day out. Think: epic games, live sport and a total foodie nirvana. So where can you find this awesome spot? Perched on the corner of Surfers Paradise Boulevard and Cavill Mall, boasting a 100-metre frontage opposite the world-famous Surfers Paradise Beach, is Paradise Centre. Home to over 90 stores, an alfresco dining precinct and a buzzing entertainment hub, gather your crew and make tracks here stat.

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Your Ultimate Day Trip Guide To The Sunshine Coast Hinterland

Whether you’re planning a cheeky weekend getaway or an adventure-packed day trip, consider this list of the best things to do in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland your bible. 

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10 Of The Coolest “Chilled Vibe” Dinner Party Essentials

If you’re thinking of hosting your mates at your place soon, we’ve teamed up with Jacob’s Creek newest drop Lively Bunch—a deliciously crisp Pinot Noir that’s best served slightly chilled—to bring you a list of playful “chilled vibe” essentials that’ll liven up your laid-back feast in the best way possible. 

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This Simple Hack Will Save You Serious Coin This Sale Season

It’s that time of year again—Christmas is right around the corner and with it comes countless crazy sales and deals to lighten the load on your wallet as you stock up for the silly season. 

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Lift Your Summer Wardrobe With These Fresh Summer Tees And Totes For Under $35

Urban List is turning 10 and we’re in the mood to celebrate. And what better way to celebrate than by dropping some sweet-looking merch just in time for your summer wardrobe refresh.

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Get Festive At 8 Of The Sunshine Coast’s Best Christmas Events

We’ve rounded up every festive event you need to check out on the Sunshine Coast this silly season. Go, be merry and spread the Christmas cheer.

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Step Into The Future With These 7 Must-Have Tech Style Essentials

From growing burgers in labs to paying for our groceries with cryptocurrency, technology continues to push its way into new realms of our everyday life. 

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Make A Difference And Support These 6 Businesses Doing Better By Our Planet

The winners of The Circle Awards AUS & NZ 2021 have officially been announced, and our carts (and hearts) are full of sustainable swaps we never knew we needed.

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9 Of The Best Homewares Stores On The Sunshine Coast

To help you up your game in the interiors department, we’ve pulled together a hit list of the best homewares stores on the Sunshine Coast. Go forth and shop. 

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Shout Your Mates Beers, Coffee, Burgers And More With This Epic New App

Ever wanted to shout someone a coffee, wine, burger, or beer, but haven’t been able to because you’re too busy, or they’re too far away? What about sending someone a gift—not a pricey bottle of bubbles or an extravagant bouquet, just something small to show you care?

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Swap Your Shop, Here’s How You Can Back Small Business In 2021

Whether it’s shopping for Christmas, for special occasions, for groceries, or just for the hellavit, here are some ways to show small businesses some extra lovin’ in the New Year.

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Work Up A Salty Sweat In The Newest Sustainable Swimwear Collab Made For The Surf

Get around H&M's latest collab dedicated to days spent at the beach and in the surf. 

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9 Christmas Events To Check Out On The Sunshine Coast This Weekend

Here’s a list of awesome things to do on the Sunshine Coast this weekend.

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Cue The Festive Feels, Here’s Exactly What To Gift The Special People In Your Life This Christmas

From board games to candles and must-have sneakers, we’ve round up seven gifts that even the most impossible-to-but-for will love. 

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Avoid The Christmas Chaos, Here’s Where To Get Every Gift For Everyone This Season

While we love everything about Christmas, nailing everyone’s Christmas gifts can be an arduous task. Although, it doesn’t have to be.

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Stop Everything, Noosa Just Got Its Own Signature Fragrance

When you can’t go to Noosa for the weekend, Noosa can now come to you by way of a signature scent.

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Cue The Warm And Fuzzies, 5 Brands That Spread Needed Cheer In 2020

It's been one hell of a year... but if one thing is for sure, it's that there’s never been a better time to look out for one another and give back to those who need it most.  We know that sometimes it can be hard to make a meaningful impact on your own — which is why we love to get around the brands that help to make big things happen. Buying from ethically conscious brands, putting dollars back into community initiatives, and consciously ditching products that aren't made on our shores—it’s the easiest way to spread joy, help, and happiness to those who need it most right now. 

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Akubras On, Here Are 6 Farms You Can Actually Visit On The Sunshine Coast And Beyond

We’ve got some epic hoers and growers on the Coast, so buckle up your tractor belt and grab a barley sprig, because we’re taking you rural with six farms you can visit on and around the Sunshine Coast.

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Heads Up, Here’s How You Can Score This Hyped Personalised Water Bottle For A Steal

Grab yourself a re-usable, vacuum insulated water bottle that is not only stylish but also eco-friendly for 20 per cent off. 

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Make Mum’s Day In Iso With These Epic Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gifts

Mother’s Day is looking a little different this year with our usual mimosa-filled brunches off the table. The big day is just two weeks away so if you’re scrambling to find the perfect gift for the perfect woman in your life, we have just the thing. 

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Shop Smart At 5 Of Our Favourite Sustainable Sunshine Coast Businesses

To help you out and bring on those feel-good vibes you’ll be basking in when you shop smart, we’re sharing five of our favourite sustainable Sunshine Coast businesses. 

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Slide On These Blue Light-Blocking Glasses To Boost Productivity While Working From Home

In the wake of COVID-19 and physical distancing, we’re stationed at our laptops while working from home and scrolling our phones to feel connected more than ever before.

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Clear Your Basket, This Coveted Australian Accessories Label Just Dropped A Massive Sale

One of the many ways we’re surviving and thriving in the depths of self-isolation is with a little retail therapy to support Aussie fashion labels, of course.

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Get Your Hands Dirty With This Home-Delivered DIY Pottery Kit

Crockd is all about getting out of your head and into your hands. It’s a DIY pottery kit that can be delivered right to your front door, so there’s no need to break quarantine to get your craft on. 

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All The Things To Eat, Do And See On The Sunshine Coast When It Rains

Grab an umbrella and keep yourself busy with all the best things to do on the Sunshine Coast when it rains. 

15 Of The Coolest Female-Owned Sunshine Coast Businesses To Get Behind

Designers, creators, makers, ball breakers—here are some of the best female-owned businesses on the Sunshine Coast to throw your support behind. 

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Shop ‘Til You Drop At Alabaster Trader’s Stunning New Furniture And Homewares Store

Alabaster Trader—a Sunshine Coast brand that’s synonymous with flawless interior style and design—has just revealed its brand new flagship store, and it’s beautiful. 

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The Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide, According To Their Personality Type

Mince pies have officially hit supermarket shelves everywhere—ready or not, the festive season is officially here. 

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Work Your Way Through 14 Of The Best Sunshine Coast Events Happening In December

From music festivals and Christmas carols to yin and gin yoga sessions, these are some of the best things to do on the Sunshine Coast this December. 

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Going Green | 4 Ways To Nail A Sustainable Christmas

Between all the pavlova, drinks, tinsel, and gifts, we tend to consume to excess—but a sustainable Christmas doesn’t mean it has to be any less magical.

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How To Get What You Want This Christmas And Save The Planet

Whether you’re shopping for yourself or someone else, let this be your guide to a more sustainable Christmas.

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11 Awesome Things To Do On The Sunshine Coast This November

From film festivals and fashion meets to exclusive dinners, these are the best things to do on the Sunshine Coast this November.

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Fall In Love With Maroochydore’s Knockout New Cafe And Design Library

Love interiors? And coffee? Then you’re going to fall fast for Design Trader, the Sunshine Coast’s very own design library. 

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Get Your Shop On At Mooloolaba’s New Vintage-Filled Boutique

For all the fashion boutiques and homewares stores on the Sunshine Coast, there’s nothing quite like Mooloolaba’s latest recruit, El Badi. 

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Step Up Your Conscious Style Game At This New Ethical Concept Store

For everyone who’s been swaying towards adding some ethically-produced fashion and wares to their lives, but have no idea where to start, we’ve got great news. 

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10 Feel-Good Gifts For Dad This Father’s Day

We’ve not only found a bunch of gifts your dad will love, but we’ve also found gifts that give back. 

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The Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Whether you want to gift something sentimental, practical or inspiring, Mother’s Day is a chance to to show mum you care and thank her for being the boss that brought you into the world. Here’s your ultimate Mother’s Day guide.

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Doughnut Bouquets Are A Thing And Here’s Where You Can Order Yours

Thanks to the creative geniuses at Sweet Life Boxes, you can now get a bunch of calorific goodness on the Sunshine Coast for the cost of less than a dozen roses.

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Give Smart | 10 Charities Worth Your Hard Earned Dollars

If you’re out and about in any major city, it’s likely you’ve been bailed up on the corner by an overly-enthusiastic backpacker in a brightly coloured t-shirt wanting “just a minute” of your time to talk about donating to one charity or another. And while you might normally brush them off with a mumbled excuse, there may come a day when you’re feeling generous and decide to stop, have a chat, and hand over your credit card digits. But have you ever wondered where your money ends up?

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The Ultimate Gifts That Give Back Guide

Christmas is all about giving and what’s better than giving to those in need? These gifts won’t only treat your bestie, they’ll also be helping you do good deed from helping the homeless in Australia to funding a day’s schooling for kids in Africa and Asia.

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The Ultimate Vegan Gift Guide

You never realise how hard it is to buy for a vegan until you’re stuck doing it. Make things easy on yourself and treat your vegan friend to one of these treats.

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7 Sustainable Startups To Get Behind

To propel positive change this holiday season, we’ve rounded up seven of our favourite ING Dreamstarter startups, each with standout causes to get behind and sustainable products worth giving.

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7 Things To Gift Yourself This Christmas

You deserve to have yourself a merry little Christmas, so we’ve teamed up with Personalised Plates Queensland to bring you a lush list of indulgences to gift yourself this Christmas. 

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Here’s What You Need To Know About The Coolest New Indoor Plant Subscription Service

Say hello to Botanic Box. An incredible new indoor plant subscription service. And the best news is they exclusively deliver indoor plants.

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All Of The Best Sunshine Coast Markets You Need To Visit In October

We’re embracing market culture with wide open tote bags with this handpicked list of the very best markets on the Sunshine Coast this October.

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Inside Look: We’ve Just Discovered A Stunning Indoor Plant Oasis On The Coast

Nestled in Noosa this place is visually stunning from the moment you step foot inside as you’re immediately struck by 50 shades of…green. 

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Inside Look: We’ve Just Scored A Stunning Boutique Where Vintage Threads Are Kween

If you love up-cycled and vintage pieces, then you’d better listen up because this stunning little boutique nestled inside the recently revitalised The Wharf precinct is where the slow fashion movement is at. 

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A New Laneway Market Is Happening On The Coast Every Sunday

Let us introduce you to The Collective Markets hidden down the adorable Lamkin Lane. 

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We’ve Just Discovered A Hidden Oasis On The Coast And It’s Got Indoor Plants Too

Just imagine a beautiful cafe, gorgeous interior design store and an indoor plant specialist shop all located in one central spot.

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Calling All Sunshine Coast Brides-To-Be This Weekend

Whatever you can dream up for your big day, this showcase will have it. Did we mention the fact there will be a pony?! 

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Three EPIC Things Coming To The Sunshine Coast in 2018!

You need to stop everything! Gold Class, Holey Moley and David Jones are coming to the Sunshine Coast. 2018 is going to be EPIC. 

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10 Last-Minute Christmas Gifts To Get For Your Pet

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and while you’re out enjoying the festivities and saying awkward things to your boss at the Christmas party, your best friend is at home waiting for you, hoping that you’ll be home soon.

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Your Last-Minute Local Gift Guide To The Best Brands On The Sunshine Coast

With just over a week to go, we’ve trawled through our fave Sunshine Coast brands to bring you a list of local Christmas goodies for your loved ones.

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The New Sunshine Coast Concept Store We Need To Tell You About

​Lifestyle stores like Hello Trader don’t come around often, so when they do, we make it our mission to share all the goodness with you guys. 

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50 More Last-Minute Passive-Aggressive Gifts For Your Friends, Family And Colleagues

Last year, we published a passive-aggressive gift guide to help you be an undercover asshole at Christmas. And frankly, you guys really seemed to like it. So we came up with some new suggestions for those of you are feeling slightly passive aggressive this gift-giving season… and, well, always.

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All The Best Events Popping Up On The Coast This December

It’s the last month of 2017 and it’s time to make the most of living in this fabulous region of ours with this list of things to do on the Sunshine Coast.

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All The Best Sunshine Coast Markets You Need To Hit In December

With only a few weeks to go and plenty more spending to be done, we've rounded up all the best markets on the Sunshine Coast to fill your stockings this December. 

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This Sunshine Coast Gift Service Will Earn You All Of The Brownie Points

If the thought of trawling racks and shelves and bargain bins gives you the heebie jeebies, then you might wanna check out the gorgeousness that is Sunshine Coast-based gift service, The Finishing Co. 

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A Coriander Gift Box Exists And Christmas Is Ruined

Nothing says 'I hate you' better than this one. 

Fashion

Accio! Queensland Just Got Itself A Dedicated Harry Potter Store

Calling all wizards, muggles, squibs and humans, there’s some truly magical news coming out of the ‘burbs this week: Australia has its first ever Harry Potter store!

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Your First Look At The Amazing New Flax Flower Collective

Screw diamonds. Flowers are a girl’s best friend. And although we have a few fave florists on the Sunshine Coast, right here, right now, it’s all about Flax Flower Collective…but not as you know it. 

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Guys, There’s A Plant Swap Happening This Weekend!

If you’re as mad about greenery as we are, you’ll be super excited to know there’s a plant swap happening on the Sunshine Coast this weekend!

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This App Is Basically Shazam, But For Plants

Have you ever found yourself walking through gardens, forests, or even down the street and wondered to yourself what that beautiful plant is called?

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All Of The Sunshine Coast Markets You Need To Visit This August

The best way to beat that winter chill is with the excitement of shopping (and eating) outdoors, at all the best markets on the Sunshine Coast.

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The Sunshine Coast Just Got Its First Store Dedicated To Indoor Plants!

The Green Collective is a beautiful little oasis in the heart of Maroochydore, specialising in indoor plants. 

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You Can Now Send Your Mates Anonymous Eggplants

This is the gift the internet does not deserve.

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The Best Sunshine Coast Markets To Hit Up This July

The best way to beat that winter chill is with the excitement of shopping (and eating) outdoors, at all the best markets on the Sunshine Coast.

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All The Best Markets Happening On The Coast In June

Just admit it — shopping is way more fun when it involves street food, live music and bargains from local producers, designers and creatives. Which is why we’re lovers of the humble market. 

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12 Stunning Diaries & Planners To Help You Organise The Hell Outta 2018

For stationary geeks like us, shopping for a diary is one of the mightiest of pleasures that comes when the clock strikes the New Year, so we’ve done you a solid and rounded up some of the best out there. Time to show 2018 who’s boss, and organise the hell outta it!