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GETTING to the Sunshine Coast has been a dream for many. Qualification to the Ironman 70.3 World Championship has encompassed more than 90 races, where 200,000 athletes have attempted to gain a slot. Now it’s down to field of 3000 athletes. But the Sunshine Coast is not a “once-off” destination. There is good reason why this region has become home to the likes of Jan Frodeno, Luke McKenzie, Beth Gerdes, Belinda Granger and Pete Jacobs for Nicholas Kastelein (left) and Jan Frodeno in training. PHOTO: GLEN MURRAY, KORUPT VISION much for the year. Home to countless world-class as one of the world’s best Olympic distance (March) and May, next year’s third instalment events, there is a range of Olympic distance triathlons. The 70.3 (September) triathlons, of the 10km swim, 421km bike multisport activities which should swim off Noosa Main Beach is while the marathon festival and 84km run event has seen be on any athlete’s bucket list. spectacular, followed by a staged every August has begun unprecedented interest. Among the highlights each brilliant undulating out-and-back attracting some of the nation’s Throw into the mix a massive year is the Noosa Tr iathlon Multi bike course and then a flat run best runners keen to tackle the array of running events, from Sport Festival. encompassing a route past picturesque oceanside course. ultra trail runs in the hinterland to With an amazing atmosphere some of the most sought-after Another event that has quickly 2km fun runs, the Sunshine and stellar field of professional real estate in Australia. gained momentum is Ultraman Coast is truly Australia’s and age group athletes, it ranks Mooloolaba hosts both the Australia. Hosted at Noosa every Multisport Mecca.

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Sunshine Coast age group competitors (from left) Damien Collins, Meredith Hill, Nathan Fitzakerley, Malin Olsson and David Chick are all primed for big performances at the 70.3 Ironman World Championship. PHOTO: JOHN MCCUTCHEON World comes to our door

Grant Edwards business Allez Sport. Coast) conditions facilitate riding ultimate festival. “If I can stay [email protected] Chick has twice finished the and swimming outside. It doesn’t around 1:30 during the race I’ll be Hawaii Ironman, the first in 1993 really have an off-season,” she stoked,” Olsson said. THE Sunshine Coast has been at and then again last year, but his said. Beerwah 26-year-old Damien the forefront of Australian recent focus has been on reaching “The company you are in...there Collins wants to stamp his multisport for more than three peak fitness for his 70.3 world are endless groups of people to authority on the race. decades. championship debut. train with of all standards so you Collins was the fastest age Back in 1983 the Noosa He qualified at Mooloolaba last are often humbled by the grouper at Mooloolaba last year to Triathlon attracted 180 year, posting a time of 4:17:02 company you are in and it makes earn his spot after finishing just competitors. Evolving into a (29:39, 2:17:10, 1:25:57). After you lift your game.” under four hours (28:40, 2:09:13, five-day festival, Noosa has finishing Kona, Chick has battled After a second position at 1:17:29). become the world’s second some niggling injuries but went to Challenge Roth during July, Hill His preparations have been “up largest Olympic-distance triathlon, Cairns in June where he was again said the 70.3 distance felt more and down”, but he is hopeful of a second only to London. second with a time of 4:28:27 like a sprint following her recent big performance ahead of his third This year the Mooloolaba (28:45, 2:22:46, 1:29:50) on a long course experiences but was appearance at Kona during triathlon celebrates its 25th tough day out in tropical north assured of one thing ahead of October and then taking his anniversary, and it was only fitting Queensland. worlds: “I’ll go and have a good professional card in 2017. that the Sunshine Coast became Always a fierce competitor, time.” “Every race you aim to win. We the first location in the Southern Chick is expected to be at the Despite being a relative have ridden the course a few Hemisphere to host the Ironman pointy end of his age group. newcomer to 70.3 racing, times and it’s going to knock a few 70.3 World Championship. Meredith Hill is not convinced Buderim’s Malin Olsson has people around,” he said. Long-course triathlon only she will push for the podium in her experienced a strong preparation. “The hills are going to string began at Mooloolaba in 30-34 division, but her form has Since winning her category at everyone out and wear a few September 2013, but it has taken an upward trajectory since Taupo during December in 5:02:16 people down for the run. I’ll be quickly gained an enviable moving to Marcus Beach about (34:38, 2:42:55, 1:39:00), the PhD ready to race and do everything I reputation. The postcard-perfect two years ago. student who is currently can to try and win it. The focus is swim off Main Beach, motorway Under the guidance of coach researching new antibiotics to still Kona, but I’m not going to the bike course and the two-lap run Hillary Biscay, the physio finished treat drug resistant infections is Sunny Coast to go slow.” has seen some fast times. last year’s 70.3 Sunshine Coast in undertaking more than 20 hours a Another ready to give the top Among the 800 Australian 4:33:56 (29:48 02:29:40 week of training. place-getters a shake is Nathan competitors are a strong 01:29:43), but got her slot at “I don’t really know what to Fitzakerley. contingent of local age group Ballarat during December when expect. It’s going to be a big step The Parrearra athlete qualified at athletes. she finished third in 4:43:09 up,” she said. the Sunshine Coast with an effort Yaroomba’s David Chick will be (29:07, 2:35:45, 1:34:33). “The intensity and the volume of 4:11:26 which was good on the 45-49 division start line. A Training with the likes of Belinda has increased and I’m just trying enough for a third placing (25:40 stalwart of the local multisport Granger, Luke McKenzie and Beth to fit it all into the day. “ 02:16:41 01:26:01). community, he has been a Gerdes, the change of scenery The former Kiwi has posted Fitzakerley has also qualified for staunch supporter of countless has taken her performances to the some solid run form, achieving a Kona, but has been honing his triathlon, running, cycling and next level. personal best half marathon of speed since winning his age group swimming events through his “Year-round the (Sunshine 1:21 at Noosa during this year’s at Ironman Cairns.

Page 4. Sunshine Coast Multisport Mecca Sunshine Coast Multisport Mecca Page 5 Where to ride Scenic journeys from coast

FLAT or hills? Ocean or hinterland? Road riders are spoilt for choice on the Sunshine Coast. With Noosa and Sunshine Coast councils improving cycling infrastructure, dedicated lanes and better facilities are becoming commonplace. While new laws came into effect this year requiring vehicles to provide a cyclist passing distance of 1.5m above 60kmh and 1m below, there are still some parts where it is best to ride single file and offer courtesy to drivers. But there are certainly countless great places to ride, and we’ve compiled a list of the best locations. Them thar hills For those seeking repeat sets, there are two hills which are highly regarded: Palmwoods Montville Rd at Palmwoods and Gyndier Dr, Tewantin. Riders enjoy some spectacular views from the Mary Both have been used for Valley into Kenilworth during Ultraman Australia. successful Everesting expeditions PHOTO: BARRY ALSOP, EYES WIDE OPEN (where riders repeatedly climb for nearly 9000m). The Palmwoods Montville Rd course, and being a closed road avoid traffic lights through Pacific It takes places such as Kin Kin, climb is about 6km and has an riders need to be aware of debris Paradise. Cooran and the Mary Valley,” he average gradient of just below 6%. and skateboarders who also like Criterium tracks said. “You have climbs but they Quiet and with limited traffic, it’s to use the hill. There are two closed road loops are more like hills than mountains also used as a timed stage of Coastal outlook available, one at Noosa Heads and the roads are pretty quiet and Sunshine Coast Cyclefest to find The best oceanside ride comes and the other at Landsborough. the scenery is good.” the king of the mountain. via David Low Way. Stretching Purpose-built, the Girraween For those in Noosa, the journey Palmwoods is easily accessed from Pacific Paradise in the south Criterium Cycling Track on Eenie from Tinbeerwah to Eumundi from Maroochydore via the dual to Noosa in the north, it offers Creek Rd at Noosa is about 900m using Sunrise Rd and into carriageway on Maroochydore Rd, excellent bike lanes on both sides. long and includes a short climb to Eumundi Range Rd is popular with or from Mooloolaba via Tanawha Predominantly flat, there are test the legs. some some testing hills and fast Tourist Drive (take Karawatha Dr, some small lumps around Skippy Park is 2km south of flats. Ballinger Rd, left onto Stringybark Peregian, Marcus Beach and one Landsborough on Old Entering the hinterland from and shortcut across via Jorl Crt). at Coolum. Landsborough Road. The 2.2km Maroochydore and Caloundra is The climb starts about 4km out Easily accessed via Noosa track is flat and wide, perfect for equally rewarding. of Palmwoods and has a 307m Heads at the northern end, from riders of all abilities. From Landsborough there is a elevation gain. the south David Low Way can be Hinterland journeys long climb up to Maleny but the At Noosa’s end of the coast, found via Bradman Ave and then If you ask Greg Ball of Le journey is certainly worth it as you Gyndier Dr is a closed road the cycle path which goes across CycloSportif, the best hinterland take in some amazing views of the offering 2.8km of smooth bitumen the river and links at Pacific riding is “north of Noosa”. Glass House Mountains. There is with an average gradient of 3.5%. Paradise. Locals usually take the “The Noosa 100km course they a good shoulder on the ascent to It’s used as part of the Noosa Tri Ocean Dr loop at Twin Waters to used for the gran fondo is perfect. stay away from the traffic, but if it Reduce Pain - ImpRove Posture - ActIvAte Performance

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ACCESSING the Ironman 70.3 take Maroochydore Rd or World Championship bike course Bradman Ave from Maroochydore. is a short journey from For those who don’t want to Maroochydore. ride, parking is available on the While the flat and smooth course. Sunshine Motorway is closed to Parking spots available in front cyclists (apart from race day), the of the Diddillibah Community Hall second loop encompassing on Diddillibah Rd, while there are Rosemount and Diddillibah can be also good road shoulders to leave ridden at any time. the car on Old Maroochydore Rd Athletes can travel from before getting on your bike and Mooloolaba via Aerodrome Rd travelling along Eudlo Flats Rd through Maroochydore, and then (which is also part of the course). Group rides on the Coast ROAD BIKE HIRE Mooloolaba Local rider Julia Emblin said “always Saturday, 6.30am: The Grind leaves great riding, hinterland or coastal with Cycle Zone Moolooloba: Brand new 2017 models. Race-ready road from in front of The Coffee Club. It’s lumps thrown in for good measure”. and time trial bikes. Roadies ($45 day), TT ($55 a day). Special rates the ultimate battle of man and Tuesday, 5.30am: Trilogy Cycles no can be arranged for extended hire. Race wheels Roval and Zipp machine, traditionally an easy roll drop ride from the shop at Noosa south but the speed ramps up on the Heads to Mt Coolum and return. (starting from $160 per event). return journey. Saturday, 5.30am and 6am: Two Le Cycle Sporitf: Extra small to extra large, premium carbon bikes Wednesday, 6am: Business Cycles groups head south, the 6am group is including Bianchi, Orbea, Focus and Cervelo. Prices start from $50 a Sunshine Coast is a networking ride, for those looking for speed. Leave day for the first three, $35 a day thereafter. suits riders of all abilities. Leave from from fire station, 2 Langura St, Noosa Giant on Brisbane Rd. Heads. Venture Cycles: An agent for Bike On, premium Trek Madone road Alexandra Headland Caloundra bikes start from $120 for three days. Tuesday and Thursday, 5am: The Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, Have Fun Tours: Have various sizes of Cannondale Caad9. Prices Tuesday ride typically takes in the hills 5.30am: From Bicycle Centre start from $50 for the day, $75 for two days, $100 for three days $150 of Diddillibah and Ilkley, while on Caloundra the mid-week rides are for a week. Visit www.havefuntours.com.auor phone 0419 795 586. Thursdays is north to Coolum and about 90 minutes, Saturday long rides Peregian. three-plus hours. Noosa Coolum is busy riders can take Lower up again with the Steve Irwin Way Daily, 6am: Each morning at Noosa Saturday, Sunday and Monday, Mount Mellum Rd and Upper to get back to Caloundra. Bike Shop in Mary St Noosaville, 6.30am: Coolum Cycles ride which Mount Mellum Rd. Another favourite trek among 5.30am from the lights at Sunshine leaves from near the pool. Travel Beach near the Noosa Aquatic between 60-80km, usually north to Those who enjoy a climb can the locals is the range, which Centre. There is also a 7am start Noosa depending on the conditions. veer off to Bald Knob and head extends from Maleny and passes outside Raw Energy in Gympie Tce. (Friday from 6am). through Peachester before linking through Montville and Mapleton.

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South-easterly winds prevail for much of the year, making Mooloolaba and Noosa perfect for swimming. PHOTO: GRANT EDWARDS Few troubles in calm waters

OPEN water swimming doesn’t get much better than Noosa or SUNSHINE COAST POOLS Mooloolaba. The two main beaches offer Noosa: Heated 50m, 25m. Entry $5.40, concession $4.60. 6 protection from the elements and Girraween Ct, Sunshine Beach. spectacular environments to hit Coolum-Peregian: Heated 25m. Entry $5.20, concession $4.30. 1930 the water. David Low Way, Coolum Beach. Northerly winds can make Cotton Tree: Heated 50m, 25m. Entry $5.50, concession $4.60. conditions choppy, but south- Cotton Tree Parade, Cotton Tree. easterly winds prevail for much of Maroochydore: Heated 25m. Entry $5. Star Swim School. 5/81 Wises the year. Many swimmers opt for Rd, Maroochydore. the wetsuit from about May to Sippy Downs: Heated 50m. Entry $5, concession $3.50. At the September with water university campus, adjacent to athletics track, Sippy Downs Dr, Sippy temperatures averaging about 20 Downs. degrees, but rise to 24 in Mountain Creek: Heated 25m. Entry $4, concession $3. Lady November and up to 27 in Musgrave Dr, Mountain Creek. February. Kawana: Heated 50m, 25m. Entry $5.40, concession $4.50. 801 Duane Cannell is one of the Sportsmans Parade, Birtinya. region’s leading age-group Caloundra: Heated 50m, 25m. Entry $5.50, concession $4.60. 1 competitors. He also coaches at Central Park Rd, Caloundra. Makin’ Waves Mobile Swim Kings Beach: Saltwater, 25m. Free. Kings Beach foreshore. School, and he rates the Coast as Nambour: Heated 50m, 25m. Entry $5.50, concession $4.60. Petrie one of the best places to swim. Duane Cannell at Mooloolaba. Park Rd, Nambour. “You couldn’t go past PHOTO: CHE CHAPMAN Palmwoods: Heated 25m. Entry $4.90, concession $4.10. 101 Mooloolaba as the best,” he said. Palmwoods Montville Rd, Palmwoods. “I’m biased because it’s my local “You also get the odd rip, but beach, but the calm waters with mostly you can put your head hardly any northerlies mean it is down and travel toward the Spit Beach also has a free 25m Kings Beach, weekdays perfect conditions, a bit cold, but where it is almost like a lake.” sea-water lap pool. about 6.30am: The Stunned there are crystal clear blue waters. At open beaches, it’s always Group ocean swims Mullets catch some waves and “Noosa is beautiful too, but best to swim between the flags. Mooloolaba, Fridays, 6.30am: undertake a short swim, no Mooloolaba is really safe and For those keen to hone their Meet at the lifeguard tower. wetsuits with this crew. protected. skills in the pool rather than open Athletes of all levels swim across Noosa, Sunday, 3pm in “At Mooloolaba main beach you water, the Coast has a range of the bay, which is about a 2km winter and 4pm in summer: do have to be careful of the big pools scattered in various areas. round trip. Some get out and walk Meet in front of the surf club, 2km swell. What I do for my swimmers There are six 50m pools at back, or get in at the Spit and open water swim. Everyone just starting out, I go all the way Noosa, Nambour, Cotton Tree, swim back. welcome. down to the Spit end and we do Kawana, Sippy Downs and Mooloolaba, weekdays, Coolum, daily, 7-7.30am: some swims there. That is more Caloundra. 6.30am: Small group for short Small group leaves from in front of protected and calm. The northern end of Kings swim from Main Beach. the clubhouse.

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TAKING the road less travelled is gaining momentum like never MTB HIRE before. While there is a strong surge Venture Cycles, Noosaville: toward road riding and triathlon, Hard tail with hydraulic disc mountain biking is also being brakes ($45 a day), and dual embraced by people of all ages on suspension bikes available the Sunshine Coast. ($70 a day). Visit John Searston is a veteran of www.venturecycles.com.au or off-road riding and now runs Have phone 5455 6655. Fun Tours on the Coast. Cycle Zone Moolooloba: New He said the sport is flourishing, stock has just arrived. Hard tail with the Sunshine Coast’s ($45) and dual suspension popularity bolstered by having ($80 a day). Phone 5478 1001. some of the state’s best locations Have Fun Tours, Mooloolaba: such as Parklands near Bli Bli and Up to 65 bikes available. Wooroi at Noosa. Standard bike prices start “It’s not a sport for a certain from $30 each day, $40 for period while you are in a specific two days, $50 for three days or fitness zone,” Mr Searston said. $100 for a week. The 29er dual “We have people riding of all suspension options are $65 ages. The best thing about it is per day. Visit you don’t have to go fast to have www.havefuntours.com.au or fun.” phone 0419 795 586. Mr Searston said there has Bike On, Noosa: Full range of been a noticeable increase of Treks in a range of sizes, older riders keen to have a go. hardtail and dual suspension. “A lot of people get put off by Phone 5474 3322 or visit mountain biking because they get www.bikeon.com.au. the picture of careering down a hill. They think it is going to be best off-road riding. dangerous,” he said. “Up the road from us at “Think of it more as forest riding. Noosaville has some of the best Most people have a pretty good single track in Wooroi,” he said. self-preservation streak so not “If they want to stretch their legs many people fall over.” they can head out on the Noosa Among the benefits of mountain Trail Network for a bit more fire biking is safety. You only need to road towards Cooroy, Pomona worry about the track ahead, with and can loop around to Kin Kin for no cars, trucks or buses. longer rides in the vicinity of It’s also a great family activity, 70-100km.” and people of all fitness and skill Best beginner trails levels can participate. Ewen Maddock Dam: There are Where to MTB ride several options at Ewen Maddock. Venture Cycles owner and off-road There is a great Ferny Forest 10km Jez Peterson in action at Garapine, near Gympie. PHOTO: JAMES RAY guru Jez Peterson said the Coast loop available from the car park is home to some of the state’s CONTINUED ON PAGE 11

Page 10.Sunshine Coast Multisport Mecca Beaten track

Mooloolah. Park at the corner of Pagent St and Dorson Dr at Mooloolah Valley, or south at the corner of Cunningham Av and Beech Rd, Landsborough. Best intermediate trails Wooroi: Some impressive flowing single track which starts midway up the climb and winds its way to the bottom. There are 10 tracks on offer, from 850m to 1.7km. Park at the day use area across from Carramar Noosa Homes, 186 Cooroy Noosa Rd at Tewantin, or at the base of Gyndier Dr. Best advanced trails Parklands: The unofficial centre for serious mountain bikers. This is where you will find the best technical trails on the Coast. Choose from four loops, with some big climbs and single track through the rainforest. Take the Parklands exit off the Bruce Hwy, and use the car park at the junction of Rocky Creek Rd and Nathan Beckingham takes on the trails of Parklands. PHOTO: GRANT EDWARDS Radar Hill Rd, Kulangoor. Caloundra: Sugar Bag Rd, FROM PAGE 10 tackling various hills. Enter at the at Exhibition St, Pomona, or at the near Caloundra, as a set of tight across the road from the Big Kart Maddock Park Recreation area, southern end in Apex Park, Maple technical loops with lots of Track. You can also enter on the 177 Connection Rd, Mooloolah. St, Cooroy. features such as bridges, other side off Mooloolah Cooroy: Take an easy, flat trail Dularcha National Park: see-saws, log rollovers, ramps Connection Road where there are which has good signage. Park and Follow the old Brisbane-Cairns rail and various jumps. Park at Ben wide flat trails with the option of enter via the Noosa Showground line between Landsborough and Bennet Park, off Queen St. Ideal resortfor triathletes Situated in the heartofthe Sunshine Coast, it is the perfect resortfor thebudding TriathleteorCyclist or just foragetaway with the family. OFFERING: •Self contained 1&2bedroom &familyunits •25m lap pool (heated 9months of year) •On-siteManager is along-time triathletewith local knowledge on bike/swim/ run locations

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OCEANSIDE offers some spectacular running on the Sunshine Coast. From Noosa to Caloundra, there are some outstanding destinations to stretch the legs with paths that link the entire coastline. Those in Mooloolaba don’t have far to travel to access wide paths for training. Water is available at various points, while there are also kilometre markers on the concrete. One of the most popular routes encompasses the run over the boardwalk out to the Spit. Heading north, and once over Alexandra Headland the journey is flat and smooth throughout Cotton Tree and into Maroochydore. Those seeking more undulations can head south across the river. La Balsa Park Alexandra Headland offers ocean views and wide paths. PHOTO: BRETT WORTMAN offers ample parking which is about 1.5km to Point Cartwright – Gates (6.9km), the 3.4km Noosa For those looking for a walk or race to the top like it’s nothing. an excellent location for hill Hill Track or the 10.8km Coastal recovery, there are some other An estimated 50,000 people repeats on grass. track. picturesque options. climb the mountain each year and The path runs parallel with the Nicola Warman-Flood opened Kondalilla National Park it’s easy to see why. The view at beach with some challenging Noosa Running Tours two years Named after the magnificent the top is amazing with 360 undulations along Pacific Blvd. ago to help visitors find their way. Kondalilla Falls, where Skene degree views of the coastal area, Travel north of Mooloolaba and A keen bushwalker and runner, Creek drops 90m into a rainforest including Point Cartwright and the there is ample flat terrain and she said she was often stopped valley, this park is a cool mountain Glass House Mountains to the high-quality paths. Good running by visiting walkers who would ask retreat and an important refuge for south, the Blackall Range to the treks start at Twin Waters to directions and for suggestions many native animals and plants. west, and Noosa Heads to the Coolum Beach, with an awesome about good tracks to explore. Enjoy a picnic at Kondalilla Falls north. natural canopy at the Boardwalk. “I knew the park really well and day-use area. Walkers can choose There’s no toilet facilities at the But one of the most revered people who came up and wanted the easy 2.4km Picnic Creek park. spots on the Sunshine Coast is to get off the main track, Hell’s Circuit, the moderate 3.2km Rock Coastal Pathway Noosa National Park. Gate and return,” she said. Pools Walk or the more Caloundra’s Coastal Pathway is a Every day there are a steady “The park’s a lot bigger than challenging 4.6km Kondalilla Falls breathtaking nine-kilometre stream of runners and walkers, what people think.” Circuit. stretch of paths, meandering keen to conquer the gravel tracks She said friends who came to Mount Coolum along Caloundra’s beaches from and take in the rocky coastline and visit loved joining her jogs and Nothing is better than the view Bells Creek in the south to Point sheltered coves. walks, and she realised there from the top of Mount Coolum on Cartwright in the north. Access is via Hastings Street, might be a market for taking a clear day. The 208m mountain With sights such as a follow Park Rd around Laguna guided runs and walks. makes for a challenging trek, best lighthouse, lakes, creeks and surf Bay headland to the car park “It’s just about seeing Noosa in done early morning or late beaches cropping up along the entrance. a different way, but it’s not afternoon. Coastal Pathway, this scenic trail There are five varied tracks from intimidating. It’s just a way to The average person can is a great reason to get out and the 1km Palm Grove Circuit, explore a bit and get some complete the climb in just over half about and explore Caloundra’s Tanglewood Track to reach Hell’s exercise.” and hour, while the fitter climbers natural beauty.

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It’s quickly become a hallmark event at Noosa. Ultraman Australia is the ultimate challenge, a 10km swim, 421km bike and 84km run over three days. If you can’t compete, support. PHOTO: BARRY ALSOP Noosa hosts the world’s second-largest triathlon. It has an amazing atmosphere, with the big crowd cheering on professional and amateurs alike. 5

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Sunshine Coast Multisport Mecca Page 13 Where to eat and drink Bean there with fresh and

CAFE culture has taken hold. Thursdays after a solid Boreen Germany – cakes, breads, fresh Throughout the region are some bike for coffee, yogi bear recovery salad stacks and deli – great food outstanding options for a caffeine smoothie and fresh-baked muffin. and great coffee. 218 David Low hit. 1/231 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville. Way, Peregian Beach. Boyd Cahill, owner of Noosaville ■ Krung Thep Thai Here’s our other top cafe Sandbar Associates, said the Restaurant – Authentic Thai with locations for good food and local cafe scene was raw with great service, spicy authentic fresh coffee: customers having high and aromatic flavours with punchy Mooloolaba expectations of their baristas. herbs and chilli. Peanut satay The Pallett Expresso Bar – With “Australians have developed a sauce is unbelieveable. 239 beans from the Mambo Coffee palate for coffee that speaks Gympie Terrace, Noosaville. Company, barista Johnny Stark beautifully for itself without need or ■ Sushi Yah-Man – Fresh knows his stuff. Recycled timber want for enhancement,” he said. Japanese food, great place to furniture, easy parking, it’s away “We want a well-textured flat take the kids with something on from the hustle and bustle of the white with well-extracted espresso the menu for everyone, sushi train esplanade, and ample room to delivering complexity and and takeaway. Awesome sashimi, park the bikes. Shop 2, 161 discernible characteristics of the fresh hand-made gyoza and Brisbane Rd. beans’ origin. agedashi. 7 Sunshine Beach Rd, Black Market – The Campos “Also, we prefer our cafes born Noosa Heads. beans deliver coffee that is of our individual community with ■ Fisheries on the Spit – flavoursome and balanced. Just a whom we feel connected and Fresh caught seafood for home or short walk from the esplanade community bonds. Lot 4/20 welcome.” cooked right in front of you – down towards the wharf. 11/34 Brisbane Rd. Sunshine Coast personal seafood basket a family favourite River Esplanade CK Coffee Bar and Wholefoods trainer, triathlete and chef Dmitri with sensational calamari. Eat it The Columbian Coffee Co – – Known as the local health food Simons has a passion for good there or take it across the road to This is the number one pick for capital and popular with Coast food. the beach. 21 Parkyn Parade, local triathlete Ross Cattle. The athletes, they use local growers He knows more than anyone Mooloolaba. speciality coffee is roasted on site, and farmers to offer fresh and “you can’t outrun a bad diet”, and ■ Baked Poetry Cafe – and owner Daniel Mejia bases the organic produce. 17 Brisbane Rd. these are his top foodie picks. Authentic European delights and business on family values – hard Envy – Experienced long-distance ■ Raw Energy Noosa – reminds me of Holland and work, fair trade and strong triathlete Tony Bryan is an 6256914ag

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the healthiest and tastiest meals, speciality estates across the world plus delicious ‘naughty’ treats, to produce the exceptional flavour which are actually good for you”. notes and taste profiles. 26 Duke 26 Parkana Cres. St, Sunshine Beach. Caloundra Noosaville Lamkin Lane – Highly regarded Clandestino Roasters – Based and always a leader with coffee inside Belmondo’s, at the Noosa advocate for Envy. “Good healthy Harvest Cafe – With a focus on snobs, the team uses Tim Adams industrial estate, coffee doesn’t food there always. The bircher raw, natural ingredients, producing Specialty Coffee for refinement in come much better. For the muesli is a winner.” They have breads, jams, condiments and a cup. 34 Lamkin Lane. hardcore caffeine lovers. Dmitri been providing a “healthy mueslis that are bursting with Peregian Beach Simons said “simply stunning alternative” for a decade with dairy flavour. 1/13 The Esplanade. Hand of Fatima – Dutch owner coffee and you can buy your free, paleo, gluten free and Forest Glen Carlos can be a pretty direct organic fruit veg, bread and meats vegetarian options. At Cotton Tree Kunara Organic Marketplace – character, but he knocks out an on the way out”. 59 Rene St. and Sunshine Beach. 3/26 The largest organic supermarket impressive coffee using Allpress Little Cove Coffee – This is Brisbane Rd. on the Sunshine Coast. It’s truly a beans. 2/4 Kingfisher Dr. where you’ll find smooth, strong Alexandra Headland one-stop-shop, with more than Coolum and full-bodied caffeine hits. Francis Bean – With a true sense 18,000 natural and organic Raw Energy – There are several Fair-trade South American and of community, the cafe owned by products including fruit and Raw franchises throughout the African beans. 4/205 Weyba Rd Tamara Farrel uses Campos vegetables, naturopathic services, Coast, each has a similar Noosa Heads beans. There is also a range of natural beauty therapists, organic philosophy for fresh and healthy Bean Peddlin’ – Part of Trilogy healthy food options. 3 Mari St. and gluten-free specialty food produce. In Coolum there are Cycles, they make cycling even Cotton Tree from the cafe. There is also an some impressive organic options, better with coffee! Shop 9/14 Silva Spoon – Premium tea and organic butcher. 330 Mons Rd. along with an awesome veggie Sunshine Beach Rd. coffee. South American coffee Palmwoods omelette. 1776 David Low Way. Rosemount beans from Costa Rica, Panama Home Grown Cafe – A hidden Canteen Kitchen + Bar – Among Guru Life – Featuring a cool and Brazil. Their coffee beans are gem, you’ll find a fine brew not far the best coffee you will find on the blend of Columbian, Kenyan, freshly roasted twice a week. from the Palmwoods main road to the Coolum esplanade, with an Ethiopian and Indian beans. 522 Black teas, selectively sourced Montville. Using The Tin Shed emphasis on fresh local Petrie Creek Rd. green tea, white tea and Oolong Coffee, the ingredients for meals sustainable produce with water Marcoola teas. Shop 1, 27 Cotton Tree Pde. are all seasonal and sourced from views. 1748 David Low Way. Little Boat Espresso – Good Glass – Sit back, relax, and enjoy local producers. 4/6 Main St. Compound – Featuring a cruisy food and coffee is the ethos, with fresh coffee in a funky Buddina atmosphere with Padre Coffee. 15 organic, seasonal, local and gluten atmosphere. 80-82 Sixth Ave. Little Miss Saine – Boasting a Heathfield Rd. free (where possible). 3 Lorraine Oh Darling – Great setting with delicious blend, the owners say it Sunshine Beach Ave. impressive coffee and a host of was “founded on a celebration of Costa Noosa – This passionate Cuba St – The line ups on homemade goodies. 15 The all things food and coffee, Little bunch roasts and blends A-grade weekends tell the tale. 970 David Esplanade. Miss Saine offers a fixed menu of Arabica high-altitude beans from Low Way.

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Dr Kate Gazzard CONTACT KATE Sports medicine doctor, physiotherapist Background: Kate has 16 years of sports medicine experience FOR those of you travelling from as both a physiotherapist and PHOTO: WARREN LYNAM far and wide, a hearty Australian a doctor. She has worked with welcome to paradise and international rugby teams, and Pack some protein into your Wash your hands, stay away congratulations on qualifying for extensively with ultra runners breakfast to get you going for the from crowded areas and shopping the 70.3 Ironman World and triathletes including Brad day and a few more carbs at night centres, get plenty of sleep, ample Championship. Kahlefeldt and current world can help reset your sleep cycle. If doses of sunshine and lots of fresh Aptly named, the Sunshine Ironman champion Jan you are still having trouble fruit and vegies. Coast experiences one of the Frodeno, and is also a sleeping, make sure you stay If you are feeling unwell don’t most ideal climates and highest qualified instructor in away from bright screen exposure forget to use your head. If the sunshine levels in the world. Advanced Wilderness Life for at least an hour before bed. symptoms are confined to your In September on the “Sunny Support for the Wilderness Put the iPhone down. head (runny nose, sore throat) you Coast” (if you haven’t figured it out Medical Society and has Perhaps even try listening to a should be okay to train. Any by now, we Aussies like to completed a Diploma in mindfulness podcast to help calm symptoms below your head abbreviate everything: G’day, have Mountain your busy mind. My Meditation (chesty cough, body aches, some brekkie and a cuppa and Medicine with Station, Smiling Mind, UCLA fevers) is a sign to take the pedal we’ll hit the beach this arvo then the US Army. Meditations, Tara Brach and off the metal and rest. whack some prawns on the Website: Insight Timer are some of my If you do need any medical barbie), you can expect daily www.theproclinic.com.au favourites. assistance during your stay on the temperatures from 13 degrees It goes without saying that race Sunshine Coast there are several Celsius in the morning to a actual race, keep our lifeguards week anywhere in the world is not options. For emergencies – the sensational 24 degrees during the happy and always swim between the best time to try new food, new number to call is 000 and there are day (for our American friends the red and yellow flags. routines or new equipment, so two major hospitals in the area that’s 55 – 75 degrees Fahrenheit; If you’ve joined us from abroad, stick with what you know and with emergency departments – aka perfect). chances are you’re feeling a little save the adventures for after you Nambour and Caloundra. If you aren’t used to the jet-lagged after leaping through cross that finish line. There are also many general Australian sunshine, even in multiple time zones. Even if you There will be plenty of practice medical clinics around spring, she sure packs a punch haven’t crossed many time zones, temptation at the expo and by all Mooloolaba, Alexandra Headland Down Under. Don’t forget to slip, you may just be feeling the effects means go crazy with the bargain and Maroochydore where you can slop, slap (slip on a shirt, slop on of travel fatigue. hunting…but perhaps save the call ahead to make an sunscreen and slap on a hat). Cramming in training sessions new toys as a motivation to get appointment. September is also, thankfully, around last-minute work back into training next season. With so many elite athletes one of the driest months of the commitments, rushing around to No doubt there will be plenty of calling the Sunshine Coast home, year so here’s hoping for a picture pack the bike, race kit, Go-pro, banter amongst athletes about we are fortunate to be surrounded perfect race day. passport… it can leave you feeling who does what, when and with by a multitude of fantastic sports You will be swimming in the exhausted. Be kind to yourself and what bike/nutrition/watch/wetsuit physiotherapists and massage ocean which means there can be take a few days to recover. You’ve etc. Trust in what you’ve done to therapists for any last-minute a rolling swell, a breeze and some done the hard work. get this far. niggles that need ironing out. waves – great for body surfing. If Your body will thank you for a Training, travelling and a hectic If you have any sports medicine you’re unfamiliar with Australian few light training sessions and work/life schedule can leave your questions or are looking for some surf beaches, make sure you plenty of light exposure, especially immune system vulnerable to advice regarding injury or illness, check out the conditions prior to in the morning, to help adjust your infection so this is the time to take send an email via the website at race day and, apart from the sleeping rhythms. extra care of your health. www.theproclinic.com.au

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September Glasshouse Trail TheGlasshouse 100 is a100 mile,100km, 50km, Beerburrum www.glasshousetrailseries.com 10‐11 Series ‐ 34km and11.3km trailrun in the Glasshouse Glasshouse 100 Mountains, Beerburrum,Queensland. September18 TheMtCooroora A4hour or 8hour runona1.2kmlap at Mt Pomona www.mtcoorooraendurancechallenge. Endurance Cooroorarun soloorin relay team pairs or triples. com Challenge Each lap takesyou up a1.2km,280m ascent, before descending along the same route. Alsoafundraiser forthe Children'sHospital Foundation and the Humpty DumptyFoundation. September SunshineCoast Includes King andQueen of theMountain at CottonTreewww.sccyclefest.com.au 24‐25 CycleFest Palmwoods on the Saturdaymorning,then in the afternoon there will be astreet criteriumatCotton Treewith six events.Onthe Sunday. Thereisthe 100km (with 1000m of elevation)grand fondo from CottonTreeriders will travel throughAlexandra Headland, Buderim,Bli Bli, Yandina, Eumundi, Verridale, Peregian Beach, Coolum Beach, Marcoola,Mudjimba, TwinWaters, BliBli and Maroochydore. There will alsobea25km ridefrom Port ArkwrighttoCotton Tree. October 12 Ride2Work Day Ditchthe carand ride to work.This SunshineCoast SunshineCoast www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au Councilinitiativeinclude acommunity breakfast in threelocations plus but in thechancetowin a $1000 bike shop voucherfor anyone that registers. October 15 Wild Women An all‐women adventurerace in teamsoftwo. Noosa www.triadventure.com.au AdventureRace Competitors can expect between 20 to 30 km of Hinterland mountain biking, 8to15kmtrail running/trekking and 1‐3kmofkayaking/swimming/paddling (water discipline). There may be multiple legs of each discipline. October 16 MalenyLions Theevent hasa21km half marathon, 10km and Maleny www.malenyblackallrange.qld.lions.org. Mountain View 5km fun runs, and a3km funrun and walk. The au/projectsmvc Challenge Maleny BlackallRange Lions stage this eventto raise funds for the Lions Medical Research Foundation. October 22 Blackall100 The100km trail run traverses the Blackall Range, Mapletonwww.runqueensland.com takinginthe Sunshine Coast Great Walk. With a primary 100km event, supported by a50km event, hasgenerous cut‐offs of 25 and28hours apply for the 50km and 100km respectively. October 22‐23 Bribie IslandTri Four‐triathlon series. Pointsscored from all four Bribie Island www.bribietri.com Series roundone triathlon. Long course –750m swim, 20km cycle, 5km run.Shortcourse ‐ 300mswim 10km cycle 3km run.Active kids and first timers racesare staged on the Saturday. October 23 Spring Swim From kids and beginners throughtocompetitive Mooloolabawww.worldseriesswims.com.au SunshineCoast swimmers andtriathletes in training. Distances include 3.8km, 2km,1km as well as junior giants 300m(8‐16 years) and 1km(10‐16 years). October 26 Endura Run In 2016the Endura Noosa Run Swim Run will Noosa www.ap.ironman.com Swim Run include the SchoolsAquathlon Challenge. 8‐13 years‐ 500m run/200m swim/ 500 run. 14 years and over ‐ 1.5km run/750m swim/1.5km run. October 28 Arena Noosa Get involved in oneofAustralia's premier ocean Noosa www.ap.ironman.com 1000 Ocean swims on one of Australia's best known beaches.All Swim ages and abilities are encouraged to enter. October 29 Noosa NoosaParade comes alivefor the ASICSBolt, Noosa www.ap.ironman.com Multisport Australia's premier5km road race, as wellasa Festival criterium cycling race. October 30 NoosaTriathlon Australia’s biggesttriathlon,including a1500m Noosa www.ap.ironman.com swim, 40km ride, 10kmrun. November 6 All Schools This eventisusedfor selectionfor SEQ regional LakeKawana www.triathlonqld.com.au Triathlon teams for the Queensland School State Triathlon Championships to be held in February 2017.The event caters from ages 7‐18 and has distances for all. Enter viathe registration link online and nominateyourregionand school youwill be competing for in 2017. CONTINUED NEXT PAGE Sunshine Coast Multisport Mecca Page 17 Planner

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November 12 Kawana Full distanceinclude 2.5kmrun/1000m swim/2.5km Kawana www.qldtriseries.com.au Aquathlon run; Enticer300m swim/2km run;Junior 10‐11 years200m swim/1km run andMini (7‐9years) 100m swim/500m run. November 12‐13 Hervey Bay 100 Sunday features anationallong course qualifying Hervey Bay www.hb100.herveybaytriclub.org.au race witha2km swim, 80km rideand 18km run. Saturdayincludes amini aquathlon (entrantsborn 2006‐2008)of500m/50m/500mand ajunior aquathlon (entrants born 2004‐2005) 1km/200m/1km. Also ajunior triathlon(entrants born 2002‐2003) 400m/12km/3km, intermediate triathlon(entrants born2000‐2001) 600m/16km/4km and seniortriathlon (entrants born 1997‐1999) 600m/16km/4km as well as aHave aCrack tri(open to those above 15 years) swim 200m/bike 8km/run 2km. November 12 Open water Organisedaspartofthe Queensland Tri Series, the Kawana www.qldtriseries.com.au swim open water swim events will be staged over500m, 1000mand 1500m. November 13 South East Round threeofthe eight‐race series staged in Pomona www.seqtrailrunningseries.com.au QueenslandTrail Brisbane, Gold Coast and SunshineCoast. Features Running Series 7.1kmand 13.1km trailrun races. November 13 QueenslandTri Round four of the seven‐roundtriathlon series. Kawana www.qldtriseries.com.au Series Distances include QTS400m swim/15kmbike/4km run; Enticer 200m swim/7.5km bike/2kmrun and Kool Kids 100m swim/2km bike/500m run. December 10‐11 Bribie IslandTri Four‐triathlonseries. Points scored from all four Bribie Island www.bribietri.com Series roundtwo triathlon, mustdothree racestoqualify forseries prizes. Long course –1km swim, 30kmcycle, 8km run. Short course ‐ 300m swim 10kmcycle 3km run. Active kids andfirst timers races are stagedonthe Saturday. December 18 Buderim 9Climb nine Buderim hills,covering 75km,within Buderim www.buderim9.com.au threehours. Participantsalso raise money for the Cerebral Palsy League. January10, Haresand Thedistances this year are52km, 10kmand 5km Woodford www.glasshousetrailseries.com 2017 Hounds trailrun solo runs and a52km relay for 2, 3or4person teams. A10kmwalkhas also been added. February 5, QueenslandTri Round sixofthe seven‐roundtriathlon series. Caloundra www.qldtriseries.com.au 2017 Series Distances include QTSSprint 750m swim/20km bike/5km run;Super Sprint 400mswim/15km bike/4km run;Enticer 200m swim/5km bike/2km runand KoolKids 100m swim/2km bike/500m run. February 11‐12, NoosaSummer In 2017, the eventexpandstoafull weekend NoosaHeads www.worldseriesswims.com.au 2017 Swim program. It offersarangeofdistances for every ability, from junior events to marathon distances where seasoned swimmers canpush their limits. Distances include 3km, 2km,1km, and juniors 1km and 300m. February 11‐12, Bribie IslandTri Four‐triathlonseries. Points scored from all four Bribie Island www.bribietri.com 2017 Series round triathlon,mustdothree racestoqualify forseries three prizes. Long course –1km swim,30kmcycle, 8km run. Short course ‐ 300m swim 10kmcycle 3km run. Active kids andfirst timers races are staged on the Saturday. February 26, South East Round seven of the eight‐race series staged in Ewen Maddock www.seqtrailrunningseries.com.au 2017 Queensland Trail Brisbane, Gold Coast and SunshineCoast. Features Dam Running Series 8.3kmand 14.8km trailrun races. March4‐5, 2017 Bribie Island Tri Four‐triathlon series. Points scored from all four Bribie Islandwww.bribietri.com Series roundfour triathlon,mustdothree racestoqualify forseries prizes. Series entries receiveadiscounttoall four triathlons and series gift. Long course –750m swim, 20km cycle, 5kmrun.Shortcourse ‐ 300m swim 10km cycle 3kmrun. Active kids and first timers races arestaged on theSaturday. CONTINUED NEXT PAGE Page 18.Sunshine Coast Multisport Mecca Planner

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March5,2017 MooloolabaMile TheMooloolaba Mileisafeature on Queensland’s Mooloolabawww.worldseriesswims.com.au Ocean Swim ocean swimming calendar and continues to attract swimmers from all overAustralia. Themain event,a one mile (1.6km) course is well within reach for beginnersand novice ocean swimmers. Thereis also a3km,800m, as well as junior giants of 300m and 800m. March 10‐11, Mooloolaba ASICSMooloolaba Twilight 5km run,1kOcean Mooloolaba www.ap.ironman.com 2017 Triathlon Festival Swim, Superkidz Triathlonand the SpecialTri.The event also featuresthe Mooloolaba ITUTriathlon World Cup. March 12, 2017 Mooloolaba Theiconic event of the festival, the Olympic‐ Mooloolabawww.ap.ironman.com Triathlon distance triathlon featuring a1.5km swim in the Mooloolababay,one‐lap 40kmbike course on the SunshineMotorway, andtwo‐lap10km run course from Mooloolaba through Alexandra Headland. March 18, 2017 March 19 Paddy Designed for teams of two, the races are fun, fast Wild Horse www.paddypallinadventure.com.au PallinAdventure andfurious with three coredisciplines…mountain Mountain Series biking,running /trekking, and kayaking. These non‐stopevents will take between two to six hours to complete. Thecourses consistof15‐25km of mountainbiking, 5‐10km of trail running/trekking and 2‐4km of kayaking. April2,2017 Triathlon Pink All‐femaletriathlon, with short 100m/4km/1km, Sunshine Coast www.triathlonpink.com.au medium 200m/6km/2km, long 300m/8km/3km, ultra600m/16km/6km, kids 7‐950m/2km/500m andkids 10‐13 100m/4km/1km. Alsoafun run of 1km,7Yrs +3km and 12 Yrs +6km. April, 2017 Qld X‐Tri Saturday am:QLD CrossTri Champs: 1500m Landsborough www.tre‐x.com.au Championships swim/30km bike/10km run. Sprint Cross Triathlon: andMultisport 400m/7.5km/3.3km.Junior CrossTriathlon: Weekend 150m/5.5km/1km. DirtKidsCrossTriathlon: 50m/2km/500m.Saturday pm: MudRats Kids AdventureRun, 8km trail run, 4km fun run. Sunday am: 45kmXCMTB, 22km XCMTB, MudRats Dirt Bike. Timesfrom tri champs, 9kmtrail run and5km MTB combinefor Dirt Master and Dirt Mistress. April30, 2017 TooMoo 220 Supported ride from Toowoomba to Mooloolaba Toowoomba to www.toomoo220.com.au whichraises money for charity. Riders travel to Mooloolaba Toowoomba by bus on the Friday,and then ride backtothe Coast achieving a2000m elevation gain at the same time. May 13, 2017 IslandCharity Every year swimmers gather to help theNambour Mudjimba to www.islandcharityswim.com.au Swim and CurrimundiSpecial Schools.They swim about Mooloolaba 11km from Mudjimba Beach, out around Old Woman Island to Mooloolaba. May 20‐21, 2017 Tough MudderTough Mudderhas anew course and new Woodford www.toughmudder.com.au challenges in 2017 at the home of the Woodford Folk Festival ‐ Woodfordia. There will be rolling hills, epic valleys andthick back‐forests all linedupready for Mudders. Experiencethe rush of Tough Mudder'samazingnew 2017 course with thousands of first‐timers and legionnairesalike. May 27‐28, 2017 NoosaUltimate Startingwith an ocean swim off Main Beach, with Noosa www.ap.ironman.com Sports Festival 3.8km,2km,1km and500moptions on the Saturday. Then on the Sunday, Cycle Noosa with 160km and 85km events. There is also RunNoosa, with 21.1km, 10kmor5km races. July 23, 2017 Pomona Kingof TheKingofthe Mountain Festival in Pomona,isan Pomona www.kingofthemountain.com.au the Mountain all‐day event for the whole family, climaxingwith the BendigoBank InternationalMountain Challenge where competitors runupthe faceofMount Cooroorafor the4.2kmroundtrip. Also 3kmfamily fun run, 2.8km dash andkids 4x700m. August 20, 2017 7Sunshine Coast Annualrunning festival,including 2km, 5km, 10km, Alexandra www.sunshinecoastmarathon.com.au Marathonand 21.1km and42.2kmrunsthrough Alexandra Headland Community Headland, Mooloolaba and Maroochydore. Running Festival

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