Crafty kids visiting Eumundi Markets over the school holidays will also have the opportunity to get creative with ‘JUNKIT JEWELLERY’ craft workshops.

Crafty kids visiting Eumundi Markets over the school holidays will also have the opportunity to get creative with ‘JUNKIT JEWELLERY’ craft workshops

Crafty kids visiting Eumundi Markets over the school holidays will also have the opportunity to get creative with ‘JUNKIT JEWELLERY’ craft workshops

ALL WELL & GOOD @ EUMUNDI MARKETS 

Celebrate things good for your body, mind, soul and planet at the sixth annual “All Well & Good” day on Saturday 14 September. Held on site at the Original Eumundi Markets, All Well & Good is a FREE health and wellness event – a day of education and healthy pampering celebrating nourishing foods, natural products, therapies and lifestyle choices. 

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Celebrate things good for your body, mind and soul at ‘All Well & Good’ in Eumundi on Saturday 24 September 2011.

Held on site at The Original Eumundi Markets, All Well & Good is a special health and wellness oriented market day – a day of education and healthy pampering celebrating healthy foods, products, therapies and lifestyle choices.  

All Well & Good is a FREE event (no entry fee) – featuring free yoga and tai chi workshops, as well as demonstrations in everything from dance, Karate Budokan, ZenThai Shiatsu and chess, to laughter therapy and the power of hugs with The Hug Patrol. See the Workshops and Demonstrations Time Table

There will also be a Market Chef kitchen for cooking demos highlighting food that’s good for your soul. It will be a chance to learn more about the slow food movement, bush foods and organics from some of the most passionate chefs and foodies on the Coast. See the Cooking Demonstrations Time Table

Visitors young and old will have the chance to nurture the artist within with a range of craft activities.

The day also sees an All Well & Good Trail through the markets so visitors can learn more about healthy foods, therapies and lifestyle choices from the many wellness oriented stalls. Our market and stallholders will welcome all visitors to sample, test, try and buy products and services as you enjoy a day of healthy pampering.

Discover products and services including herbal medicines, essential oils, natural skincare, Ayurvedic medicine, homeopathy, naturopathy, Chinese medicine, massage, manipulative therapies, tarot readers, palmistry, clairvoyance, astrology and energy healing.

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Set against the backdrop of Australia’s premier craft market, there will also be the usual incredible range of handmade and handcrafted giftware, furniture, jewellery, art, fashion and food.

WORKSHOPS & DEMONSTRATIONS

Activities that are good for your body and soul

Location: Amphitheatre Stage – adjacent to the terraced area

8.00am	Gong Therapy Welcome Experience the healing sounds of the gong bath with holistic practitioner Dave McDermott. The gong vibrates the energy meridians in your body, bringing them into balance.
8.15am	Soul Song Yoga – OPEN CLASS – PLEASE JOIN IN Join Donna Thordarson from Soul Song Yoga and the Anahata Yoga Temple in Eumundi. Donna is renowned for her yoga teaching, as well as a great range of yogawear. No prior yoga experience necessary to take part in the class. Bring a towel or yoga mat, or borrow one of ours.
9.00am	ZenThai Shiatsu – DEMONSTRATION Jodie and Yasmin will display the unique bodywork remedial therapy of ZenThai Shiatsu – where Zen meets Oriental medicine, incorporating Thai massage and Osteopathic techniques. Performed in a meditative, pure state it is a magical dance that involves stretching and aligning of the energetic and structural body.
9.30am	Acro Yoga – DEMONSTRATION Prepare to be amazed by the magic of Acro Yoga – a practice based on trust, play and meaningful connection. Dave and Stacey will demonstrate this phenomenal physical practice, blending the spiritual wisdom of yoga, the loving kindness of Thai massage, and the dynamic power of acrobatics. Come and watch them ‘fly’!
10.00am	Yoga for the Young at Heart – OPEN CLASS – PLEASE JOIN IN Another opportunity for you to get involved. Join Wolfgang Stuth as he leads a yoga class targeting the slightly less flexible amongst us! You’ll discover that yoga is wonderful for all ages – and as good for the soul as it is for the body.
10.30am	Budokan Karate – DEMONSTRATION Join Shihan Wayne and his students as they demonstrate the skills of Karate Budokan, a dynamic physical fitness and self defence for men, women and children of all ages and abilities. Karate Budokan builds coordination, and improves balance, memory retention, and self-esteem. Karate Budokan International is based in Noosaville.
11.00am	Dragon Splash Tai Chi – OPEN CLASS – PLEASE JOIN IN Discover Tai Chi – meditation in motion. This masterful martial art will replenish your energy reservoirs; helping you to experience deep peaceful calm and get in tune with the power within. Join Tai Chi practitioner and teacher Ian Cameron, along with some of his students, and be guided through simple yet powerful exercises that will help you begin to harness your own inner Qi.
11.30am	Let’s Laugh Laughter Therapy – OPEN CLASS – PLEASE JOIN IN Boost your immune system, stretch your laughter muscles and put a smile on your dial with Let’s Laugh Laughter Therapy. It’s CONTAGIOUS, extraordinarily good fun and a great stress-buster. Join Terrence and his team and laugh out loud!
12noon	Adrenalin Dance Group – PERFORMANCE Celebrate the joy of dance with an energised upbeat jazz performance from dance teacher Kristy and the students at Adrenalin Performing Arts Academy. The Cooroy dance school offers classes in ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap, hip hop and more.
12.30pm	Buddha’s Moon – PERFORMANCE Knowledge of healing with sound comes to us through sacred and mystical texts and healing traditions from diverse cultures around the world. Using sound vibrations of twelve quartz crystal singing bowls, Tibetan singing bowls, didgeridoo, native American flute, monochord, drum and chimes, Buddha’s Moon (Ian Cameron and Robert Beck) create a soundscape of mystical meditational music. Come listen and be enchanted.

Hug Patrol 11am – 12.30pm

The Hug Patrol is a not-for-profit, just-for-fun group of ‘hug-addicts’ who have been hugging their way around special events throughout South east Queensland for the past 10 years. Their aim – to spread joy and laughter through hugs and connection – and in that moment make the world a little better. Stop them for a hug at the markets, you might even be lucky enough to score a ‘group hug!’

COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS

Food that’s good for your body and soul

Location: MARKET CHEF kitchen – centre of the markets, behind the market office

9am	Bush Food Wonders Chef Peter Wolfe from Cedar Creek Farm Bush Foods is renowned for his kitchen wizardry, and exciting recipes incorporating bush foods and organic ingredients. He’s a passionate champion for ‘Slow Food’.
9.45am	Tempting Tempeh Homegrown with the certified stamp of organic approval is hard work, but so worth it! Mighty Bean SoyFood’s Michael Joyce will share his passion for organics and cook up a feast featuring his legendary tempeh.
10.30am	Asian Street Food Chef and master of contemporary Asian cuisine Leigh Darlington will show you how to cook a steamed baby snapper with an Asian Street Food twist.
11.15am	Ayurvedic Cooking for Good Health Herbalist, author and ‘Eumundi Medicine Man’ Jay Mulder will demonstrate the ancient art of Ayurvedic cooking. Jay will explain the benefits of this way of living for good health and balance.
12noon	Spice Up Your Life Ken Albert from TonKen is the undisputed king of Seychelles and Creole spices at Eumundi Markets. Ken will share some of his favourite products and recipes. Prepare yourself for a taste sensation.

ANZAC DAY

As you are probably aware ANZAC Day falls on a Wednesday Market Day this year, and yes the markets will be trading that day. Eumundi town will also be hosting a special ANZAC day commemorative community walk and service starting in front of the Imperial Hotel at 7.45am and finishing at the Amphitheatre at 9am. Stallholders and shoppers are invited to join the walk and service, and we ask everyone to be respectful during this time.

Effectively the market will be opening around 9am. Please note that Memorial Dve will be closed to cars from 7.15 until 8.45am.

Music and grooves are always on the menu at Eumundi Markets, and these school holidays see an impressive line-up of bands.

Click here to view band profile

Hop along to Eumundi Markets over the Easter holidays for a guaranteed great time.  

Crafty kids visiting Eumundi Markets over the school holidays will also have the opportunity to get creative by taking part in kids craft workshops on 3 April, 6 April and 10 April. 

The workshops are being led by local craft queen and artist TT Creator (Rene McGovern). While the workshops are designed for children, big kids (teenagers and adults) are welcome to take part too – if spaces permit. Children under five must be accompanied by a carer – to help them with the tricky bits!

Hop along to Eumundi Markets over the Easter holidays for a guaranteed great time.  

Crafty kids visiting Eumundi Markets over the school holidays will also have the opportunity to get creative by taking part in kids craft workshops on 3 April, 6 April and 10 April. 

The workshops are being led by local craft queen and artist TT Creator (Rene McGovern). While the workshops are designed for children, big kids (teenagers and adults) are welcome to take part too – if spaces permit. Children under five must be accompanied by a carer – to help them with the tricky bits!

Death defying aerial acts, Body twisting contortionists, Hula Hoopers, Jugglers, Amazing Acrobats, Side-splitting comedy and Crowd interaction

Internationally renowned and locally based Circus and Street Performers come together to take you on a wild journey of Street Circus entertainment

Cost: $10 adults, $5 kids or $25 per family

No pre-sale - simply pay on the day (cash only)

Click here to view flyer

Death defying aerial acts, Body twisting contortionists, Hula Hoopers, Jugglers, Amazing Acrobats, Side-splitting comedy and Crowd interaction

Internationally renowned and locally based Circus and Street Performers come together to take you on a wild journey of Street Circus entertainment

Cost: $10 adults, $5 kids or $25 per family

No pre-sale - simply pay on the day (cash only)

Click here to view flyer

Wednesday 4 July will see the Eumundi Fringe Street Circus performing a special show at 10.30am at the Eumundi Amphitheatre – adjacent to Eumundi Markets. Presented by Cirque Espace, The Eumundi Fringe Street Circus will amaze you with their death-defying aerial acts, amazing acrobatics and juggling that’ll make your jaw drop. Sit back and be entertained by a stellar line-up of circus and street performers guaranteed to amaze you with their dexterity and balance and have you laughing at their wisecracks.

The cost for the show is $10 for adults, $5 for kids or $25 per family. There will be no pre-sale – simply pay on the day.

Update

FINISHED! All 2500 pavers have now been carved. They're being fired and will soon be paved throughout the markets'

Get involved in THE PAVING PROJECT @ EUMUNDI MARKETS

Leave your mark on the world-famous Original Eumundi Markets through our special public art project involving the carving of unfired pavers that will later be fired and laid within the market precinct. 

You are all invited to take part and it is FREE thanks to funding through Sunshine Coast Regional Council's Cultural Development Grants program

Carving workshops start on Wednesday 18 January from 8am - 1pm and willcontinue every market day until we have carved 2500 pavers!

Come on Eumundi and visitors to our market, let's have fun and get carving. No ceramics or sculpting experience required - just plenty of enthusiasm and a desire to be part of something special

Update

FINISHED! All 2500 pavers have now been carved. They're being fired and will soon be paved throughout the markets'

Get involved in THE PAVING PROJECT @ EUMUNDI MARKETS

Leave your mark on the world-famous Original Eumundi Markets through our special public art project involving the carving of unfired pavers that will later be fired and laid within the market precinct. 

You are all invited to take part and it is FREE thanks to funding through Sunshine Coast Regional Council's Cultural Development Grants program

Carving workshops start on Wednesday 18 January from 8am - 1pm and willcontinue every market day until we have carved 2500 pavers!

Come on Eumundi and visitors to our market, let's have fun and get carving. No ceramics or sculpting experience required - just plenty of enthusiasm and a desire to be part of something special

Update

FINISHED! All 2500 pavers have now been carved. They're being fired and will soon be paved throughout the markets'

Get involved in THE PAVING PROJECT @ EUMUNDI MARKETS

Leave your mark on the world-famous Original Eumundi Markets through our special public art project involving the carving of unfired pavers that will later be fired and laid within the market precinct. 

You are all invited to take part and it is FREE thanks to funding through Sunshine Coast Regional Council's Cultural Development Grants program

Carving workshops start on Wednesday 18 January from 8am - 1pm and willcontinue every market day until we have carved 2500 pavers!

Come on Eumundi and visitors to our market, let's have fun and get carving. No ceramics or sculpting experience required - just plenty of enthusiasm and a desire to be part of something special

Update

FINISHED! All 2500 pavers have now been carved. They're being fired and will soon be paved throughout the markets'

Get involved in THE PAVING PROJECT @ EUMUNDI MARKETS

Leave your mark on the world-famous Original Eumundi Markets through our special public art project involving the carving of unfired pavers that will later be fired and laid within the market precinct. 

You are all invited to take part and it is FREE thanks to funding through Sunshine Coast Regional Council's Cultural Development Grants program

Carving workshops start on Wednesday 18 January from 8am - 1pm and willcontinue every market day until we have carved 2500 pavers!

Come on Eumundi and visitors to our market, let's have fun and get carving. No ceramics or sculpting experience required - just plenty of enthusiasm and a desire to be part of something special

Update

FINISHED! All 2500 pavers have now been carved. They're being fired and will soon be paved throughout the markets'

Get involved in THE PAVING PROJECT @ EUMUNDI MARKETS

Leave your mark on the world-famous Original Eumundi Markets through our special public art project involving the carving of unfired pavers that will later be fired and laid within the market precinct. 

You are all invited to take part and it is FREE thanks to funding through Sunshine Coast Regional Council's Cultural Development Grants program

Carving workshops start on Wednesday 18 January from 8am - 1pm and willcontinue every market day until we have carved 2500 pavers!

Come on Eumundi and visitors to our market, let's have fun and get carving. No ceramics or sculpting experience required - just plenty of enthusiasm and a desire to be part of something special

Update

FINISHED! All 2500 pavers have now been carved. They're being fired and will soon be paved throughout the markets'

Get involved in THE PAVING PROJECT @ EUMUNDI MARKETS

Leave your mark on the world-famous Original Eumundi Markets through our special public art project involving the carving of unfired pavers that will later be fired and laid within the market precinct. 

You are all invited to take part and it is FREE thanks to funding through Sunshine Coast Regional Council's Cultural Development Grants program

Carving workshops start on Wednesday 18 January from 8am - 1pm and willcontinue every market day until we have carved 2500 pavers!

Come on Eumundi and visitors to our market, let's have fun and get carving. No ceramics or sculpting experience required - just plenty of enthusiasm and a desire to be part of something special

Update

FINISHED! All 2500 pavers have now been carved. They're being fired and will soon be paved throughout the markets'

Get involved in THE PAVING PROJECT @ EUMUNDI MARKETS

Leave your mark on the world-famous Original Eumundi Markets through our special public art project involving the carving of unfired pavers that will later be fired and laid within the market precinct. 

You are all invited to take part and it is FREE thanks to funding through Sunshine Coast Regional Council's Cultural Development Grants program

Carving workshops start on Wednesday 18 January from 8am - 1pm and willcontinue every market day until we have carved 2500 pavers!

Come on Eumundi and visitors to our market, let's have fun and get carving. No ceramics or sculpting experience required - just plenty of enthusiasm and a desire to be part of something special

Update

FINISHED! All 2500 pavers have now been carved. They're being fired and will soon be paved throughout the markets'

Get involved in THE PAVING PROJECT @ EUMUNDI MARKETS

Leave your mark on the world-famous Original Eumundi Markets through our special public art project involving the carving of unfired pavers that will later be fired and laid within the market precinct. 

You are all invited to take part and it is FREE thanks to funding through Sunshine Coast Regional Council's Cultural Development Grants program

Carving workshops start on Wednesday 18 January from 8am - 1pm and willcontinue every market day until we have carved 2500 pavers!

Come on Eumundi and visitors to our market, let's have fun and get carving. No ceramics or sculpting experience required - just plenty of enthusiasm and a desire to be part of something special

Update

FINISHED! All 2500 pavers have now been carved. They're being fired and will soon be paved throughout the markets'

Get involved in THE PAVING PROJECT @ EUMUNDI MARKETS

Leave your mark on the world-famous Original Eumundi Markets through our special public art project involving the carving of unfired pavers that will later be fired and laid within the market precinct. 

You are all invited to take part and it is FREE thanks to funding through Sunshine Coast Regional Council's Cultural Development Grants program

Carving workshops start on Wednesday 18 January from 8am - 1pm and willcontinue every market day until we have carved 2500 pavers!

Come on Eumundi and visitors to our market, let's have fun and get carving. No ceramics or sculpting experience required - just plenty of enthusiasm and a desire to be part of something special

Update

FINISHED! All 2500 pavers have now been carved. They're being fired and will soon be paved throughout the markets'

Get involved in THE PAVING PROJECT @ EUMUNDI MARKETS

Leave your mark on the world-famous Original Eumundi Markets through our special public art project involving the carving of unfired pavers that will later be fired and laid within the market precinct. 

You are all invited to take part and it is FREE thanks to funding through Sunshine Coast Regional Council's Cultural Development Grants program

Carving workshops start on Wednesday 18 January from 8am - 1pm and willcontinue every market day until we have carved 2500 pavers!

Come on Eumundi and visitors to our market, let's have fun and get carving. No ceramics or sculpting experience required - just plenty of enthusiasm and a desire to be part of something special

Update

FINISHED! All 2500 pavers have now been carved. They're being fired and will soon be paved throughout the markets'

Get involved in THE PAVING PROJECT @ EUMUNDI MARKETS

Leave your mark on the world-famous Original Eumundi Markets through our special public art project involving the carving of unfired pavers that will later be fired and laid within the market precinct. 

You are all invited to take part and it is FREE thanks to funding through Sunshine Coast Regional Council's Cultural Development Grants program

Carving workshops start on Wednesday 18 January from 8am - 1pm and willcontinue every market day until we have carved 2500 pavers!

Come on Eumundi and visitors to our market, let's have fun and get carving. No ceramics or sculpting experience required - just plenty of enthusiasm and a desire to be part of something special

Update

FINISHED! All 2500 pavers have now been carved. They're being fired and will soon be paved throughout the markets'

Get involved in THE PAVING PROJECT @ EUMUNDI MARKETS

Leave your mark on the world-famous Original Eumundi Markets through our special public art project involving the carving of unfired pavers that will later be fired and laid within the market precinct. 

You are all invited to take part and it is FREE thanks to funding through Sunshine Coast Regional Council's Cultural Development Grants program

Carving workshops start on Wednesday 18 January from 8am - 1pm and willcontinue every market day until we have carved 2500 pavers!

Come on Eumundi and visitors to our market, let's have fun and get carving. No ceramics or sculpting experience required - just plenty of enthusiasm and a desire to be part of something special

Music and grooves are always on the menu at Eumundi Markets, and these school holidays see an impressive line-up of bands.

Take the time to soak up the tunes and melodic goodness of soulful singer songwriter and guitarist Harii Bandhu. Based on the Sunshine Coast, Harii’s work is a wonderful fusion influenced by many genres – acoustic adult contemporary, world music, folk, funk, jazz and soul.View Band Profile

Take the time to soak up the tunes and melodic goodness of soulful singer songwriter and guitarist Harii Bandhu. Based on the Sunshine Coast, Harii’s work is a wonderful fusion influenced by many genres – acoustic adult contemporary, world music, folk, funk, jazz and soul.

See Band's Info Here

Take the time to soak up the tunes and melodic goodness of soulful singer songwriter and guitarist Harii Bandhu. Based on the Sunshine Coast, Harii’s work is a wonderful fusion influenced by many genres – acoustic adult contemporary, world music, folk, funk, jazz and soul.

See Band's Info Here

Take the time to soak up the tunes and melodic goodness of soulful singer songwriter and guitarist Harii Bandhu. Based on the Sunshine Coast, Harii’s work is a wonderful fusion influenced by many genres – acoustic adult contemporary, world music, folk, funk, jazz and soul.View Band Profile

Take the time to soak up the tunes and melodic goodness of soulful singer songwriter and guitarist Harii Bandhu. Based on the Sunshine Coast, Harii’s work is a wonderful fusion influenced by many genres – acoustic adult contemporary, world music, folk, funk, jazz and soul.View Band Profile

Take the time to soak up the tunes and melodic goodness of soulful singer songwriter and guitarist Harii Bandhu. Based on the Sunshine Coast, Harii’s work is a wonderful fusion influenced by many genres – acoustic adult contemporary, world music, folk, funk, jazz and soul.View Band Profile

Take the time to soak up the tunes and melodic goodness of soulful singer songwriter and guitarist Harii Bandhu. Based on the Sunshine Coast, Harii’s work is a wonderful fusion influenced by many genres – acoustic adult contemporary, world music, folk, funk, jazz and soul.View Band Profile

Take the time to soak up the tunes and melodic goodness of soulful singer songwriter and guitarist Harii Bandhu. Based on the Sunshine Coast, Harii’s work is a wonderful fusion influenced by many genres – acoustic adult contemporary, world music, folk, funk, jazz and soul.View Band Profile

Take the time to soak up the tunes and melodic goodness of soulful singer songwriter and guitarist Harii Bandhu. Based on the Sunshine Coast, Harii’s work is a wonderful fusion influenced by many genres – acoustic adult contemporary, world music, folk, funk, jazz and soul.View Band Profile

Take the time to soak up the tunes and melodic goodness of soulful singer songwriter and guitarist Harii Bandhu. Based on the Sunshine Coast, Harii’s work is a wonderful fusion influenced by many genres – acoustic adult contemporary, world music, folk, funk, jazz and soul.View Band Profile

Take the time to soak up the tunes and melodic goodness of soulful singer songwriter and guitarist Harii Bandhu. Based on the Sunshine Coast, Harii’s work is a wonderful fusion influenced by many genres – acoustic adult contemporary, world music, folk, funk, jazz and soul.View Band Profile

Marrying a combination of funk, jazz, rock and the underlying dance beats of the Reggae nations, The Hayden Hack Infusion honours the musical journeys of their travelling namesake. Hailing from South Africa, Hayden has travelled the world playing his own brand of funky rootsy high spirited, high vibrational music. He now delivers the music of his travelling stories with his new band and friends, Mitch Ruggles (Bass), Wayne Reid (drums), Steve McLeish (percussion and midi madness) and Paddy Kiernan (acoustic guitar).

See Band's Info Here

Marrying a combination of funk, jazz, rock and the underlying dance beats of the Reggae nations, The Hayden Hack Infusion honours the musical journeys of their travelling namesake. Hailing from South Africa, Hayden has travelled the world playing his own brand of funky rootsy high spirited, high vibrational music. He now delivers the music of his travelling stories with his new band and friends, Mitch Ruggles (Bass), Wayne Reid (drums), Steve McLeish (percussion and midi madness) and Paddy Kiernan (acoustic guitar).

See Band's Info Here

Marrying a combination of funk, jazz, rock and the underlying dance beats of the Reggae nations, The Hayden Hack Infusion honours the musical journeys of their travelling namesake. Hailing from South Africa, Hayden has travelled the world playing his own brand of funky rootsy high spirited, high vibrational music. He now delivers the music of his travelling stories with his new band and friends, Mitch Ruggles (Bass), Wayne Reid (drums), Steve McLeish (percussion and midi madness) and Paddy Kiernan (acoustic guitar).

See Band's Info Here

Marrying a combination of funk, jazz, rock and the underlying dance beats of the Reggae nations, The Hayden Hack Infusion honours the musical journeys of their travelling namesake. Hailing from South Africa, Hayden has travelled the world playing his own brand of funky rootsy high spirited, high vibrational music. He now delivers the music of his travelling stories with his new band and friends, Mitch Ruggles (Bass), Wayne Reid (drums), Steve McLeish (percussion and midi madness) and Paddy Kiernan (acoustic guitar).

View Band Profile

Click here to view band profile

Music and grooves are always on the menu at Eumundi Markets, and these school holidays see an impressive line-up of bands.

Through a wild web of tribal rhythms of congas, djembes, darabuka and electronic drums Jabaru fuse together ancient sounds of didgeridoo, medieval melodies of dulcimer, deep earth songs and chant and a range of different flutes from around the world.

View Band Profile

Through a wild web of tribal rhythms of congas, djembes, darabuka and electronic drums Jabaru fuse together ancient sounds of didgeridoo, medieval melodies of dulcimer, deep earth songs and chant and a range of different flutes from around the world.

View Band Profile

Through a wild web of tribal rhythms of congas, djembes, darabuka and electronic drums Jabaru fuse together ancient sounds of didgeridoo, medieval melodies of dulcimer, deep earth songs and chant and a range of different flutes from around the world.

Jabaru's success is based on their blend of world music styles. Their original music takes audiences on a global musical journey. They bring to music an ancient and sacred spirit of the land uniquely integrating ethnic, folk and tribal with technology.

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Through a wild web of tribal rhythms of congas, djembes, darabuka and electronic drums Jabaru fuse together ancient sounds of didgeridoo, medieval melodies of dulcimer, deep earth songs and chant and a range of different flutes from around the world.

Jabaru's success is based on their blend of world music styles. Their original music takes audiences on a global musical journey. They bring to music an ancient and sacred spirit of the land uniquely integrating ethnic, folk and tribal with technology.

View band Profile

Through a wild web of tribal rhythms of congas, djembes, darabuka and electronic drums Jabaru fuse together ancient sounds of didgeridoo, medieval melodies of dulcimer, deep earth songs and chant and a range of different flutes from around the world.

View Band Profile

Children visiting Eumundi Markets over the school holidays will also have the opportunity to get creative and learn about the importance of recycling with 'JUNKIT" craft workshops.

The JUNKIT workshops will be presented by artist Rene McGovern (TTCreator) and will take place on Saturday 22 September, Wednesday 26 September, Wednesday 3 October and Saturday 6 October. 

“Kids will learn how to make fabulous treasures from reclaimed materials,” says Rene.  

“We’ll be making gaffa tape roses, trinket safety pin brooches and gift cards.”  

The cost is $5 per participant, and there is no pre-booking (pay on the day). While the workshops are designed for children five years and over, big kids (teenagers + adults) are welcome – if spaces permit.

Children visiting Eumundi Markets over the school holidays will also have the opportunity to get creative and learn about the importance of recycling with 'JUNKIT" craft workshops.

The JUNKIT workshops will be presented by artist Rene McGovern (TTCreator) and will take place on Saturday 22 September, Wednesday 26 September, Wednesday 3 October and Saturday 6 October. 

“Kids will learn how to make fabulous treasures from reclaimed materials,” says Rene.  

“We’ll be making gaffa tape roses, trinket safety pin brooches and gift cards.”  

The cost is $5 per participant, and there is no pre-booking (pay on the day). While the workshops are designed for children five years and over, big kids (teenagers + adults) are welcome – if spaces permit.

Children visiting Eumundi Markets over the school holidays will also have the opportunity to get creative and learn about the importance of recycling with 'JUNKIT" craft workshops.

The JUNKIT workshops will be presented by artist Rene McGovern (TTCreator) and will take place on Saturday 22 September, Wednesday 26 September, Wednesday 3 October and Saturday 6 October. 

“Kids will learn how to make fabulous treasures from reclaimed materials,” says Rene.  

“We’ll be making gaffa tape roses, trinket safety pin brooches and gift cards.”  

The cost is $5 per participant, and there is no pre-booking (pay on the day). While the workshops are designed for children five years and over, big kids (teenagers + adults) are welcome – if spaces permit.

Children visiting Eumundi Markets over the school holidays will also have the opportunity to get creative and learn about the importance of recycling with 'JUNKIT" craft workshops.

The JUNKIT workshops will be presented by artist Rene McGovern (TTCreator) and will take place on Saturday 22 September, Wednesday 26 September, Wednesday 3 October and Saturday 6 October. 

“Kids will learn how to make fabulous treasures from reclaimed materials,” says Rene.  

“We’ll be making gaffa tape roses, trinket safety pin brooches and gift cards.”  

The cost is $5 per participant, and there is no pre-booking (pay on the day). While the workshops are designed for children five years and over, big kids (teenagers + adults) are welcome – if spaces permit.

One man band Juzzie Smith uses a combination of keyboard, guitars, harmonica and percussion (played with mind-blowing mastery) to create truly unique music that embraces elements of the blues, folk, groove and roots. Above all, it is feel-good music that soothes the soul and makes the heart sing.

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One man band Juzzie Smith uses a combination of keyboard, guitars, harmonica and percussion (played with mind-blowing mastery) to create truly unique music that embraces elements of the blues, folk, groove and roots. Above all, it is feel-good music that soothes the soul and makes the heart sing.

View Band Profile

One man band Juzzie Smith uses a combination of keyboard, guitars, harmonica and percussion (played with mind-blowing mastery) to create truly unique music that embraces elements of the blues, folk, groove and roots. Above all, it is feel-good music that soothes the soul and makes the heart sing.

View Band Profile

One man band Juzzie Smith uses a combination of keyboard, guitars, harmonica and percussion (played with mind-blowing mastery) to create truly unique music that embraces elements of the blues, folk, groove and roots. Above all, it is feel-good music that soothes the soul and makes the heart sing.

View Band Profile

One man band Juzzie Smith uses a combination of keyboard, guitars, harmonica and percussion (played with mind-blowing mastery) to create truly unique music that embraces elements of the blues, folk, groove and roots. Above all, it is feel-good music that soothes the soul and makes the heart sing.

View Band Profile

One man band Juzzie Smith uses a combination of keyboard, guitars, harmonica and percussion (played with mind-blowing mastery) to create truly unique music that embraces elements of the blues, folk, groove and roots. Above all, it is feel-good music that soothes the soul and makes the heart sing.

View Band Profile

One man band Juzzie Smith uses a combination of keyboard, guitars, harmonica and percussion (played with mind-blowing mastery) to create truly unique music that embraces elements of the blues, folk, groove and roots. Above all, it is feel-good music that soothes the soul and makes the heart sing.

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One man band Juzzie Smith uses a combination of keyboard, guitars, harmonica and percussion (played with mind-blowing mastery) to create truly unique music that embraces elements of the blues, folk, groove and roots. Above all, it is feel-good music that soothes the soul and makes the heart sing.

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One man band Juzzie Smith uses a combination of keyboard, guitars, harmonica and percussion (played with mind-blowing mastery) to create truly unique music that embraces elements of the blues, folk, groove and roots. Above all, it is feel-good music that soothes the soul and makes the heart sing.

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One man band Juzzie Smith uses a combination of keyboard, guitars, harmonica and percussion (played with mind-blowing mastery) to create truly unique music that embraces elements of the blues, folk, groove and roots. Above all, it is feel-good music that soothes the soul and makes the heart sing.

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The workshops are being led by local craft queen and ceramic artist Merrie Tomkins. Take part in the ‘Play with Clay’ workshop ($5 per child) and/or the ‘Design and Make your own Badge’ workshop ($3 per badge or 2 for $5).

While the workshops are designed for children, big kids (teenagers + adults) are welcome to take part too – if spaces permit. Children must be accompanied by a carer.

The workshops are being led by local craft queen and ceramic artist Merrie Tomkins. Take part in the ‘Play with Clay’ workshop ($5 per child) and/or the ‘Design and Make your own Badge’ workshop ($3 per badge or 2 for $5).

While the workshops are designed for children, big kids (teenagers + adults) are welcome to take part too – if spaces permit. Children must be accompanied by a carer.

The workshops are being led by local craft queen and ceramic artist Merrie Tomkins. Take part in the ‘Play with Clay’ workshop ($5 per child) and/or the ‘Design and Make your own Badge’ workshop ($3 per badge or 2 for $5).

While the workshops are designed for children, big kids (teenagers + adults) are welcome to take part too – if spaces permit. Children must be accompanied by a carer.

Experience the beat of ancient Taiko drums

The music of singer-songwriter and guitarist Mark Moroney is both intriguing and enriching, with influences stemming from Jazz, Blues, Folk and pop. Like his personality, his music is intimate, grounded and passionate, enticing listeners into the emotion of the song.

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The music of singer-songwriter and guitarist Mark Moroney is both intriguing and enriching, with influences stemming from Jazz, Blues, Folk and pop. Like his personality, his music is intimate, grounded and passionate, enticing listeners into the emotion of the song.

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The music of singer-songwriter and guitarist Mark Moroney is both intriguing and enriching, with influences stemming from Jazz, Blues, Folk and pop. Like his personality, his music is intimate, grounded and passionate, enticing listeners into the emotion of the song.

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The music of singer-songwriter and guitarist Mark Moroney is both intriguing and enriching, with influences stemming from Jazz, Blues, Folk and pop. Like his personality, his music is intimate, grounded and passionate, enticing listeners into the emotion of the song.

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A long-term performer at Eumundi Markets (with outfits Soul Prism, Tribal Trance and more recently as a solo performer), Matt James is renowned as an electric multi-instrumental musician.

Simultaneously using the deep vibrations of didgeridoos with rhythmic percussion, soulful guitar, and serenading flutes, Matt’s music takes you on a journey through many flavours of rhythm and melody. His sounds will thrill and excite the senses … hearing is believing.

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A long-term performer at Eumundi Markets (with outfits Soul Prism, Tribal Trance and more recently as a solo performer), Matt James is renowned as an electric multi-instrumental musician.

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A long-term performer at Eumundi Markets (with outfits Soul Prism, Tribal Trance and more recently as a solo performer), Matt James is renowned as an electric multi-instrumental musician.

Simultaneously using the deep vibrations of didgeridoos with rhythmic percussion, soulful guitar, and serenading flutes, Matt’s music takes you on a journey through many flavours of rhythm and melody. His sounds will thrill and excite the senses … hearing is believing.

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A long-term performer at Eumundi Markets (with outfits Soul Prism, Tribal Trance and more recently as a solo performer), Matt James is renowned as an electric multi-instrumental musician.

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A long-term performer at Eumundi Markets (with outfits Soul Prism, Tribal Trance and more recently as a solo performer), Matt James is renowned as an electric multi-instrumental musician.

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A long-term performer at Eumundi Markets (with outfits Soul Prism, Tribal Trance and more recently as a solo performer), Matt James is renowned as an electric multi-instrumental musician.

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A long-term performer at Eumundi Markets (with outfits Soul Prism, Tribal Trance and more recently as a solo performer), Matt James is renowned as an electric multi-instrumental musician.

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A long-term performer at Eumundi Markets (with outfits Soul Prism, Tribal Trance and more recently as a solo performer), Matt James is renowned as an electric multi-instrumental musician.

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A long-term performer at Eumundi Markets (with outfits Soul Prism, Tribal Trance and more recently as a solo performer), Matt James is renowned as an electric multi-instrumental musician.

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Music and grooves are always on the menu at Eumundi Markets, and these school holidays see an impressive line-up of bands.

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Seize the chance to see genre-defying dance-roots duo OKA (Chris Lane and DidgeriStu) when they next play at Eumundi Markets. Known as the ‘Sunny Coast Freestylers’, OKA deliver throbbing, earthy beats of tribal music for the digital age, while keeping their spiritual melodies pure.

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Seize the chance to see genre-defying dance-roots duo OKA (Chris Lane and DidgeriStu) when they next play at Eumundi Markets.

Known as the ‘Sunny Coast Freestylers’, OKA deliver throbbing, earthy beats of tribal music for the digital age, while keeping their spiritual melodies pure.

With a national and international following, OKA is a celebration of Australian cultures with a very present, powerful and uniting indigenous cultural overtone running throughout the music. When the raw rhythm of the didgeridoo combines with the OKA style dance driven grooves, the energy is infectious.

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Seize the chance to see genre-defying dance-roots duo OKA (Chris Lane and DidgeriStu) when they next play at Eumundi Markets.

Known as the ‘Sunny Coast Freestylers’, OKA deliver throbbing, earthy beats of tribal music for the digital age, while keeping their spiritual melodies pure.

With a national and international following, OKA is a celebration of Australian cultures with a very present, powerful and uniting indigenous cultural overtone running throughout the music. When the raw rhythm of the didgeridoo combines with the OKA style dance driven grooves, the energy is infectious.

See Band's Info Here

Seize the chance to see genre-defying dance-roots duo OKA (Chris Lane and DidgeriStu) when they next play at Eumundi Markets. Known as the ‘Sunny Coast Freestylers’, OKA deliver throbbing, earthy beats of tribal music for the digital age, while keeping their spiritual melodies pure.

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Seize the chance to see genre-defying dance-roots duo OKA (Chris Lane and DidgeriStu) when they next play at Eumundi Markets. Known as the ‘Sunny Coast Freestylers’, OKA deliver throbbing, earthy beats of tribal music for the digital age, while keeping their spiritual melodies pure.

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Seize the chance to see genre-defying dance-roots duo OKA (Chris Lane and DidgeriStu) when they next play at Eumundi Markets. Known as the ‘Sunny Coast Freestylers’, OKA deliver throbbing, earthy beats of tribal music for the digital age, while keeping their spiritual melodies pure.

View Band Profile

Seize the chance to see genre-defying dance-roots duo OKA (Chris Lane and DidgeriStu) when they next play at Eumundi Markets. Known as the ‘Sunny Coast Freestylers’, OKA deliver throbbing, earthy beats of tribal music for the digital age, while keeping their spiritual melodies pure.

View Band Profile

Seize the chance to see genre-defying dance-roots duo OKA (Chris Lane and DidgeriStu) when they next play at Eumundi Markets. Known as the ‘Sunny Coast Freestylers’, OKA deliver throbbing, earthy beats of tribal music for the digital age, while keeping their spiritual melodies pure.

View Band Profile

Seize the chance to see genre-defying dance-roots duo OKA (Chris Lane and DidgeriStu) when they next play at Eumundi Markets. Known as the ‘Sunny Coast Freestylers’, OKA deliver throbbing, earthy beats of tribal music for the digital age, while keeping their spiritual melodies pure.

View Band Profile

Seize the chance to see genre-defying dance-roots duo OKA (Chris Lane and DidgeriStu) when they next play at Eumundi Markets. Known as the ‘Sunny Coast Freestylers’, OKA deliver throbbing, earthy beats of tribal music for the digital age, while keeping their spiritual melodies pure.

View Band Profile

Seize the chance to see genre-defying dance-roots duo OKA (Chris Lane and DidgeriStu) when they next play at Eumundi Markets. Known as the ‘Sunny Coast Freestylers’, OKA deliver throbbing, earthy beats of tribal music for the digital age, while keeping their spiritual melodies pure.

View Band Profile

Seize the chance to see genre-defying dance-roots duo OKA (Chris Lane and DidgeriStu) when they next play at Eumundi Markets. Known as the ‘Sunny Coast Freestylers’, OKA deliver throbbing, earthy beats of tribal music for the digital age, while keeping their spiritual melodies pure.

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Play With Clay workshop

Cost $5 per participant (no age limit)

Christmas Decoration Creation Workshop 

Cost $3 per piece (no age limit)

Make a Badge workshop

Coast $3 per badge (no age limit)

Play With Clay workshop

Cost $5 per participant (no age limit)

Christmas Decoration Creation Workshop 

Cost $3 per piece (no age limit)

Make a Badge workshop

Coast $3 per badge (no age limit)

Play With Clay workshop

Cost $5 per participant (no age limit)

Christmas Decoration Creation Workshop 

Cost $3 per piece (no age limit)

Make a Badge workshop

Coast $3 per badge (no age limit)

Play With Clay workshop

Cost $5 per participant (no age limit)

Christmas Decoration Creation Workshop 

Cost $3 per piece (no age limit)

Make a Badge workshop

Coast $3 per badge (no age limit)

Play With Clay workshop

Cost $5 per participant (no age limit)

Christmas Decoration Creation Workshop 

Cost $3 per piece (no age limit)

Make a Badge workshop

Coast $3 per badge (no age limit)

Play With Clay workshop

Cost $5 per participant (no age limit)

Christmas Decoration Creation Workshop 

Cost $3 per piece (no age limit)

Make a Badge workshop

Coast $3 per badge (no age limit)

Play With Clay workshop

Cost $5 per participant (no age limit)

Christmas Decoration Creation Workshop 

Cost $3 per piece (no age limit)

Make a Badge workshop

Coast $3 per badge (no age limit)

Play With Clay workshop

Cost $5 per participant (no age limit)

Christmas Decoration Creation Workshop 

Cost $3 per piece (no age limit)

Make a Badge workshop

Coast $3 per badge (no age limit)

If you’re after original fashion with funk and flair, then put Saturday 29 October in your diary for the PASSION FOR FASHION day at Eumundi Markets.

Renowned as a springboard for emerging designers, The Original Eumundi Markets hosts PASSION FOR FASHION each year to celebrate the unique designs of the many fashionistas within the market community.

Visitors will be able follow a special Passion for Fashion Trail on the day – a trail through the market that highlights more than 60 stalls with a fashion focus.  The Passion for Fashion Trail will include men’s, women’s and children’s fashion, as well as handmade shoes, jewellery, hats and other accessories.

Another highlight of the morning will be parades of the new spring and summer collections from flagship fashion stalls.  The designs will be paraded from 10am on the catwalk at Main Stage.

 The market designer collections will be followed by fashion parades featuring original designs made by the fashion design students of Sunshine Coast TAFE.

If you’re after original fashion, then don’t miss PASSION FOR FASHION at Eumundi Markets on Saturday 10th November.

Follow a Passion for Fashion Trail through the market and visit around 70 fashion-focussed stalls including men’s, women’s and children’s fashion, as well as jewellery, hats and other accessories.
 
Visit the catwalk at Main Stage for parades of new collections from market fashion favourites.

School Holiday Kids Craft Workshops

Children visiting Eumundi Markets this school holidays will have a chance to get creative with special kids craft workshops. Spaces are limited, so book in at the workshop tent when you arrive at the markets.

Children visiting Eumundi Markets this school holidays will have a chance to get creative with special kids craft workshops. Spaces are limited, so book in at the workshop tent when you arrive at the markets.

Children visiting Eumundi Markets this school holidays will have a chance to get creative with special kids craft workshops. Spaces are limited, so book in at the workshop tent when you arrive at the markets.

Markets, music, movies and fabulous food

- Friday nights in Eumundi this summer

Eumundi will be the place to be on Friday nights this summer with the return of SUMMER NIGHTS from 5 – 9pm on five Friday nights, commencing 14 December 2012.

General Manager of Eumundi Markets Peter Homan says there’s nowhere better for a relaxed meal at the end of the week – with the bonus of laid-back free entertainment under the stars.

“It’s a great night out for tourists and locals alike, with a wide range of market food stalls, art and craft stalls, massage therapists and fabulous entertainment including live music and free family-friendly outdoor movies.

“The movies are being presented by ‘Flicks in the Sticks’ at around 6.30pm, and we’ll be screening a different movie each week of SUMMER NIGHTS,” Peter says.

“We’ll be kicking off the season with Christmas comedy ‘The Grinch’ starring Jim Carrey on the 14^th December, with music from Robyn Brown and Harii, and a visit from Santa and Christmas carollers,” says Peter.

The dates for EUMUNDI SUMMER NIGHTS are: Friday 14 December, Friday 21 December, Friday 28 December, Friday 4 January and Friday 11 January.

Markets, music, movies and fabulous food

- Friday nights in Eumundi this summer

Eumundi will be the place to be on Friday nights this summer with the return of SUMMER NIGHTS from 5 – 9pm on five Friday nights, commencing 14 December 2012.

General Manager of Eumundi Markets Peter Homan says there’s nowhere better for a relaxed meal at the end of the week – with the bonus of laid-back free entertainment under the stars.

“It’s a great night out for tourists and locals alike, with a wide range of market food stalls, art and craft stalls, massage therapists and fabulous entertainment including live music and free family-friendly outdoor movies.

“The movies are being presented by ‘Flicks in the Sticks’ at around 6.30pm, and we’ll be screening a different movie each week of SUMMER NIGHTS,” Peter says.

“We’ll be kicking off the season with Christmas comedy ‘The Grinch’ starring Jim Carrey on the 14^th December, with music from Robyn Brown and Harii, and a visit from Santa and Christmas carollers,” says Peter.

The dates for EUMUNDI SUMMER NIGHTS are: Friday 14 December, Friday 21 December, Friday 28 December, Friday 4 January and Friday 11 January.

Markets, music, movies and fabulous food

- Friday nights in Eumundi this summer

Eumundi will be the place to be on Friday nights this summer with the return of SUMMER NIGHTS from 5 – 9pm on five Friday nights, commencing 14 December 2012.

General Manager of Eumundi Markets Peter Homan says there’s nowhere better for a relaxed meal at the end of the week – with the bonus of laid-back free entertainment under the stars.

“It’s a great night out for tourists and locals alike, with a wide range of market food stalls, art and craft stalls, massage therapists and fabulous entertainment including live music and free family-friendly outdoor movies.

“The movies are being presented by ‘Flicks in the Sticks’ at around 6.30pm, and we’ll be screening a different movie each week of SUMMER NIGHTS,” Peter says.

“We’ll be kicking off the season with Christmas comedy ‘The Grinch’ starring Jim Carrey on the 14^th December, with music from Robyn Brown and Harii, and a visit from Santa and Christmas carollers,” says Peter.

The dates for EUMUNDI SUMMER NIGHTS are: Friday 14 December, Friday 21 December, Friday 28 December, Friday 4 January and Friday 11 January.

Markets, music, movies and fabulous food

- Friday nights in Eumundi this summer

Eumundi will be the place to be on Friday nights this summer with the return of SUMMER NIGHTS from 5 – 9pm on five Friday nights, commencing 14 December 2012.

General Manager of Eumundi Markets Peter Homan says there’s nowhere better for a relaxed meal at the end of the week – with the bonus of laid-back free entertainment under the stars.

“It’s a great night out for tourists and locals alike, with a wide range of market food stalls, art and craft stalls, massage therapists and fabulous entertainment including live music and free family-friendly outdoor movies.

“The movies are being presented by ‘Flicks in the Sticks’ at around 6.30pm, and we’ll be screening a different movie each week of SUMMER NIGHTS,” Peter says.

“We’ll be kicking off the season with Christmas comedy ‘The Grinch’ starring Jim Carrey on the 14^th December, with music from Robyn Brown and Harii, and a visit from Santa and Christmas carollers,” says Peter.

The dates for EUMUNDI SUMMER NIGHTS are: Friday 14 December, Friday 21 December, Friday 28 December, Friday 4 January and Friday 11 January.

Markets, music, movies and fabulous food

- Friday nights in Eumundi this summer

Eumundi will be the place to be on Friday nights this summer with the return of SUMMER NIGHTS from 5 – 9pm on five Friday nights, commencing 14 December 2012.

General Manager of Eumundi Markets Peter Homan says there’s nowhere better for a relaxed meal at the end of the week – with the bonus of laid-back free entertainment under the stars.

“It’s a great night out for tourists and locals alike, with a wide range of market food stalls, art and craft stalls, massage therapists and fabulous entertainment including live music and free family-friendly outdoor movies.

“The movies are being presented by ‘Flicks in the Sticks’ at around 6.30pm, and we’ll be screening a different movie each week of SUMMER NIGHTS,” Peter says.

“We’ll be kicking off the season with Christmas comedy ‘The Grinch’ starring Jim Carrey on the 14^th December, with music from Robyn Brown and Harii, and a visit from Santa and Christmas carollers,” says Peter.

The dates for EUMUNDI SUMMER NIGHTS are: Friday 14 December, Friday 21 December, Friday 28 December, Friday 4 January and Friday 11 January.

The Original Eumundi Markets will host a TAFE showcase on Wednesday 16 November and Saturday 19 November – highlighting the wealth of learning opportunities available with Sunshine Coast TAFE.

The TAFE showcase will give market visitors an insight into the breadth of TAFE courses on offer for 2012.

The TAFE showcase will be set up in Lonergan Lane – in the centre of the market.

Wednesday 16 November will see displays by the Horticulture, Multimedia, Tourism, Retail/Hairdressing, Beauty and School Liaison teams. Mix FM will be attending the markets on the Wednesday to promote courses live on site.

The Saturday 19 November showcase will feature displays from the Fitness, Horticulture, Visual Arts, Hospitality and Cookery teams.

It really is the perfect time of year for potential students to start researching what courses they are interested in – prior to the start of enrolments in early December.

Come along and start planning your future!

The Original Eumundi Markets will host a TAFE showcase on Wednesday 16 November and Saturday 19 November – highlighting the wealth of learning opportunities available with Sunshine Coast TAFE.

The TAFE showcase will give market visitors an insight into the breadth of TAFE courses on offer for 2012.

The TAFE showcase will be set up in Lonergan Lane – in the centre of the market.

Wednesday 16 November will see displays by the Horticulture, Multimedia, Tourism, Retail/Hairdressing, Beauty and School Liaison teams. Mix FM will be attending the markets on the Wednesday to promote courses live on site.

The Saturday 19 November showcase will feature displays from the Fitness, Horticulture, Visual Arts, Hospitality and Cookery teams.

It really is the perfect time of year for potential students to start researching what courses they are interested in – prior to the start of enrolments in early December.

Come along and start planning your future!

Australia’s premier body art event, the Carnivale is a colourful and creative festival experience for all ages, and is FREE for members of the public.

Held annually Eumundi, the event is taking place on Saturday 11 May (against the backdrop of the markets) and Sunday 12 May.

The event is nothing short of ‘A Festival of Colour’ centred around body art in its many and varied forms.

As the event name suggests, the Australian Body Art Carnivale is centred on competitions in full body art (temporary art – not tattoo) in the categories of brush and sponge, airbrush and special effects, along with a face painting competition. 

For members of the public, it’s an event like nothing ever seen before, as human canvases take shape during the competitions.

While many experienced body and make-up artists compete, body art experience is not a prerequisite. Many entrants in previous Carnivales have been graphic artists, visual artists or street artists and had never before painted on a body – they simply used their artistic flair to work on a very different canvas … the human body! 

And it’s not just body art competitions. The Carnivale will also host competitions and exhibitions in:

• Wearable Art (fabulous fashion made from recycled treasures)
• Vehicle Body Art – a Show & Shine comp for those with vehicles already painted, along with a Car Bonnet Art comp where artists paint a car bonnet
• Photography (photo print + digital art categories)

The competition theme for this year is "Best of Oz", providing an absolute wealth of inspiration for artists as they compete for over $14,000 in cash and prizes.

The Carnivale will also see street performers, buskers and bands, craft workshops, Mother’s Day High Tea, Friday and Saturday evening events, entertainment, and a whole lot more.

Artists: Registrations are now open for all Australian Body Art Carnivale competitions. Visit www.australianbodyart.com.au for more info, competition registration and online bookings, sponsorship opportunities and to sign up to receive eNewsletters in the lead-up to the event. The event also has a Facebook page: Australian Body Art Carnivale.  Alternatively, phone Event Manager Danielle Taylor on 0403 023 802.

Expect a serious showdown in the outdoor kitchen when the students of St Andrews Anglican College take on Maroochydore State High School (Team A) at 10am next Wednesday 7 September in the Market Chef Grand Final.

Launched this year, the MARKET CHEF competition has seen students from high schools across the Sunshine Coast battle it out in heats each Wednesday throughout Terms 2 and 3.

The weekly MARKET CHEF battles have been hosted by chef Peter Wolfe, renowned for his kitchen wizardry, and for his recipes incorporating bush foods and organic ingredients.

“The competition has really challenged the students each week, as they’ve only been told the name of the dish prior to each week’s cook-off – not the actual recipe,” Peter says. “They haven’t seen the ingredients nor recipe until they’ve arrived for the competition to cook”

“The same will apply in the grand final, however the finalists will not even know the name of the dish in advance,” he says. “It’ll all be a surprise until they arrive on the day”.

“As with all recipes cooked this year during Market Chef, the grand final recipe will incorporate fresh produce and ingredients from local growers and suppliers available at Eumundi Markets.

The winning team will take home the magnificent Market Chef trophy; a $500 market voucher (to be spent on the wealth of local produce and cooking ingredients available each week at Eumundi Markets), as well as a Market Chef cooking class at the winning school.  

The schools that competed in MARKET CHEF 2011 have been Immanuel Lutheran College; Peregian Beach College; St Theresa’s Catholic College; Burnside State High School; Maroochydore State High School (two teams – A and B); Sunshine Beach High School and St Andrews Anglican College.

Recipes from MARKET CHEF each week are available at www.eumundimarkets.com.au

MEDIA - For interviews with Peter Wolfe or further information,
please contact Katie Harvison on 0417 776 957 or katie@eumundimarkets.com

The Twine is a joyous roller-coaster of wild rhythm and groove that will get all ages stomping along to the infectious beat. With long- time partners Melani and Damio playing five instruments each (at the same time) and pint- sized Obi Sun (a dynamo on the drums and dance floor), this show is an absolute MUST SEE!

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The Twine is a joyous roller-coaster of wild rhythm and groove that will get all ages stomping along to the infectious beat. With long- time partners Melani and Damio playing five instruments each (at the same time) and pint- sized Obi Sun (a dynamo on the drums and dance floor), this show is an absolute MUST SEE!

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The Twine is a joyous roller-coaster of wild rhythm and groove that will get all ages stomping along to the infectious beat. With long- time partners Melani and Damio playing five instruments each (at the same time) and pint- sized Obi Sun (a dynamo on the drums and dance floor), this show is an absolute MUST SEE!

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