WEEK 1

Tue 2 Mar
Tokyo Shock Boys
20th Anniversary Tour
Sunshine Coast Function Centre
Caloundra RSL
19 West Tce Caloundra
Seated Show 18+
Doors open at
While working on the 1990 Paul McCartney tour of Japan four roadies decided to form an act to do some funny stunts on Japanese TV...the Tokyo Shock Boys were born!
In a colourful career the Tokyo Shock Boys have delighted, amazed & shrink-wrapped hundreds of happy people right across the world.
To celebrate their 20th Anniversary, the Tokyo Shock Boys return to Australia with a brand new show which has all your favourite stunts plus some spectacular new ones.
Don’t miss these four hilarious onion-crushing, milk snorting, Japanese comedians who will once again put their physical wellbeing on the line to make you laugh until you cry.
“Fabulous. Outrageous. Hilarious” The Times, London
“I found myself reduced to helpless if shameful laughter” The Daily Mail
“Lunacy and humour delivered with impeccable timing” Sydney Morning Herald.
“Move up real close..you don’t want to miss this”
David Letterman
Tickets: $52 + Booking Fee
Available at reception or call 07 5491 1544
www.sunshinecoastfunctioncentre.com.au

Wed 3 Mar @ 7.30pm
WILD WORLD - THE CAT STEVENS STORY
Nambour Civic Centre - Main Hall
Currie St Nambour
He was the voice of a generation! So, why after a career selling over 60 million records and sell-out stadium shows across the globe, did Cat Stevens give it all up?

Discover the man behind the legend, his discontent with the excess of fame and fortune, and his resulting conversion to Islam.
From humble beginnings as a teenager growing up in London's West End to his rise as a teen star, Wild World – The Cat Stevens Story takes you on a spoken word and musical journey through Cat Stevens' battle with tuberculosis at just 19, his resulting discovery of spirituality and a near death experience drowning.
Go behind the scenes and share the emotion of his amazing trajectory through the late '60s and '70s. Bearing an uncanny resemblance to Cat Stevens, both physically and vocally, London-born Paul Dillon, tells the incredible story. From Cat’s teenage years, a tear-away at school, followed by his first song-writing contract at 17, to his first recording contract at 18 and all the way through to his current lifestyle and change of name. When in the late 70s the cult legend suddenly abandoned his musical career after a short decade of celebrated global success.
Come and hear the unforgettable songs of Cat Stevens, performed by Paul and accompanied by his band, The Tillermen, and share the emotion of this fabulous songwriter’s amazing story. It’s all set to the soundtrack of the amazing life performance of over 20 unforgettable songs like: ‘Moonshadow’, ‘Peace Train’, ‘Wild World’, ‘Where Do the Children Play?’, ‘So Very Young’, ‘Morning Has Broken’, ‘Father and Son’ and many more…
Every 2nd household in Australia owned a Cat Stevens album in the 70s, maybe you were one of them? Come and relive Cat’s amazing music life on stage this March!
Tickets: $42 Adults, $38 Groups 8+
(additional internet/phn charges apply)
Ph: 5475 7777 or book online
www.nambourciviccentre.com.au

FIRST COLLECTORAMA FOR 2010!!
Sat 6 Mar
Collectorama
Sunshine Coast Showgrounds Nambour
Coronation Ave, Nambour
7.30am to 2.30pm
Collectorama will see the Nambour Showgrounds bustling with excitement as keen collectors prowl for bargains & other hard-to-find treasures. It’s kind of like e-bay all laid out in front of you—but so much more! Here you can touch, feel, pick up, check out, peruse, browse & negotiate while you have a friendly chat with some really quirky characters. And you get bonus fresh air & exercise in the great outdoors too! Experience the fun of Collectorama. So much better than sitting in front of a computer. It’s awesome!
Book Nambour accommodation here >>

This giant fair features more than 160 dealers with their wonderful antiques & collectables for sale in the relaxed country setting of the Showgrounds. It's mostly undercover so you'll be comfortable in any weather.
Whatever your budget you're assured of finding something delectable to take home. Whether it's glassware, china, tools, books, brass, toys, lamps, clocks & watches, vintage clothing, records, videos, retro items, militaria, kitchenalia, shipwreck goods, jewellery, tins, boxes, art deco, or furniture, to name a few, bargains are there to be had!
Admission is $5, food & refreshments are available. There's ample free parking inside the Showgrounds. Come along & enjoy the friendly country atmosphere.
Enquiries phone Tom 07 5446 8273
More Collectorama dates 2010: 29 May, 4 Sep, 6 Nov

Visit the website:
http://www.abc.net.au/tv/collectors/
Watch Collectors on abc iview

Sun 7 Mar
CHILDREN @ PLAY
BRISBANE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Lake Kawana Centre
Sportsmans Parade Bokarina
3pm
Brisbane Symphony Orchestra present
CHILDREN @ PLAY
Conductor Antoni Bonetti
Soloists John Szkutko, Jacob Cavanough
Narrator Professor Roly Sussex, Professor of Applied Language Studies at the University of Queensland
General admission - no allocated seating
Tickets: All tickets at children's price of $18 (includes booking fee) - kids bring a cushion
Tickets available from the Venue during box office hours 9am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday or phone 5437 1170.
More info visit: www.brisbanesymphony.org.au

WEEK 2

Tue 9 Mar
WILD WORLD - THE CAT STEVENS STORY
Lake Kawana Centre
Sportsmans Parade Bokarina
18+ seated event
Door & Bar open 6.30pm Show starts at 7.30pm
He was the voice of a generation! So, why after a career selling over 60 million records and sell-out stadium shows across the globe, did Cat Stevens give it all up?

Discover the man behind the legend, his discontent with the excess of fame and fortune, and his resulting conversion to Islam.
From humble beginnings as a teenager growing up in London's West End to his rise as a teen star, Wild World – The Cat Stevens Story takes you on a spoken word and musical journey through Cat Stevens' battle with tuberculosis at just 19, his resulting discovery of spirituality and a near death experience drowning.
Go behind the scenes and share the emotion of his amazing trajectory through the late '60s and '70s. Bearing an uncanny resemblance to Cat Stevens, both physically and vocally, London-born Paul Dillon, tells the incredible story. From Cat’s teenage years, a tear-away at school, followed by his first song-writing contract at 17, to his first recording contract at 18 and all the way through to his current lifestyle and change of name. When in the late 70s the cult legend suddenly abandoned his musical career after a short decade of celebrated global success.
Come and hear the unforgettable songs of Cat Stevens, performed by Paul and accompanied by his band, The Tillermen, and share the emotion of this fabulous songwriter’s amazing story. It’s all set to the soundtrack of the amazing life performance of over 20 unforgettable songs like: ‘Moonshadow’, ‘Peace Train’, ‘Wild World’, ‘Where Do the Children Play?’, ‘So Very Young’, ‘Morning Has Broken’, ‘Father and Son’ and many more…
Every 2nd household in Australia owned a Cat Stevens album in the 70s, maybe you were one of them? Come and relive Cat’s amazing music life on stage this March!
Tickets: $42 Adults, $38 Groups 8+
(additional internet/phn charges apply)
Tickets available from the Venue during box office hours 9am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday or phone 5437 1170.

Wed 10 to Sat 13 Mar 2010
X-Blades National Touch League
Stockland Park
Kawana
Touch Football is one of Australia's most popular organised sports, with more than 275,000 participants competing in 300 affiliated competitions, spread throughout all states & territories.
The National Touch League is Touch Football Australia's flagship event. This year will see 107 teams, from regions in QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS, SA, WA and NT compete, in addition, to teams from New Zealand & Singapore. The National Touch League is the major tournament associated with the elite level of touch football in Australia.
Australia's finest players, referees & coaches represent their region in a range of age groups & categories over the four days.
More info: Ph: 5437 7666
or visit: www.nationaltouchleague.com

WEEK 3

Fri 19 Mar
Kevin ‘Bloody’ Wilson
Excess All Areas Tour
Sunshine Coast Function Centre
Caloundra RSL
19 West Tce Caloundra
Seated Show 18+
This performance contains R-rated material
(Well I would ‘bloody’ well hope so
- or you’d want a ‘bloody’ refund!)
Australias favourite comedy legend Kevin Bloody Wilson is back in 2010 with a new tour – ‘Excess All Areas’. The little larrikin has been busy teaching the Poms and Irish about real Aussie humour – his recent 14 week tour of the U.K was a huge success – record numbers at every show. Kev is supported by Australia’s newest comedy sensation Jenny Talia from Australia – a legend in her own right and without doubt, one of the most talented female comedians Australia has ever produced. The legend of Kevin Bloody Wilson is an integral part of Australias famous comedy culture, and life is not complete until you experience a live show. Tickets are now on sale, so book your tickets now for the best belly laugh you will have in a long time – a night with Australias outback outlaw – the, the only, Kevin Bloody Wilson.
Non-Members will require photo identification to gain access to the venue.
Tickets: $52 + Booking Fee
Available at reception or call 07 5491 1544
www.sunshinecoastfunctioncentre.com.au

Sat 20 Mar
Detonation 6 Thai Boxing
The Events Centre
20 Minchinton Street Caloundra
6pm to 11pm
Featuring:
Kurt Finlayson
Taylor Harvey
Ben Tan
Brodie Stalder
Damo
Bob Filliponi
Dane Sky
Kris Bayton
Steve Richards
Tickets: Seated $60
General Admission: Adult $40, Child (under 13) $20
(additional fees & charges may apply)
For more info or to purchase tickets, please visit
www.etixdirect.com.au or call 5491 4240

Sun 21 Mar
Toni Childs
In Concert
Supported by Bobby Flynn
The Events Centre
20 Minchinton Street Caloundra
8pm to 10.30pm

Back by popular demand, three time Grammy nominee Toni Childs is heading to Australia for an encore live national tour. Toni Childs performed a string of sell-out shows in Australia earlier this year and will once again be thrilling audiences with her signature husky vocals and emotive lyrics.

The upcoming tour sees Toni performing her blockbuster hits, as well as showcasing her latest hit album Keep The Faith. The songs from this emotionally hard-hitting album are a blend of roots, rock, folk and gospel songs. Toni’s tour earlier this year demonstrated to audiences the enormous soul and vision she is famous for.

Best known for her heavily R&B influenced Dont Walk Away, Toni Childs hit the big time in 1988 when her critically acclaimed debut album Union went Double Platinum in Australia, selling 200,000 albums. The same year she was nominated for three Grammys, including Best New Artist. Her second album, House of Hope went three times platinum and in 1997, the release of Many Rivers to Cross caused her Greatest Hits album to go five times platinum, selling over 500,000 albums.

In 2008, Toni Childs also launched a new body care range, Feminine Mysteries, which is inextricably linked to her Keep The Faith album. It also encourages people to connect, heal and transform the world through love.

Living on the island of Kauai, Hawaii, Toni has spent the last eight years recovering from the Graves Disease she was diagnosed with in the summer of 1997. Overcoming her battle with this rare stress disorder, she recently came back from her musical exile giving fans so much more than they might ever have expected.

With a talent for picking the mood of the times, Toni Childs seems determined to go beyond affirming her role as an important voice of inspiration for an entirely new generation to explore the zeitgeist defining theme of global connection.
Tickets: Seated $60
General Admission: Adult $40, Child (under 13) $20
(additional fees & charges may apply)
For more info or to purchase tickets, please visit
www.etixdirect.com.au or call 5491 4240

Sun 21 Mar at 2pm
Caloundra Chorale and Theatre Company presents:
An Easter Choral Feast
Celebrating 40 years of Theatre & Music in 2010
The Playhouse
The Events Centre
Minchinton Street, Caloundra
The Caloundra Chorale Choir will be showcasing the songs that they have been rehearsing for the Queensland Eisteddfod, which will be in Gympie this year. There will be guest artists as well to round out an enjoyable afternoon with one of the Sunshine Coast’s finest choirs.
Cost: Adults $18, Concession $15,
Friends of Chorale/Members/Children 12 years & under $13
Bookings: 5491 4240

Sun 21 Mar
IMC & Triple J present
Angus & Julia Stone plus special guests
Lake Kawana Centre
Sportsmans Parade Bokarina
18+ event
Door & Bar open at 7pm. Show starts at 8pm
Angus and Julia Stone will once again grace our stages in March when they hit the road on their national tour!
The last 3 years have been a whirlwind for brother and sister duo, Angus & Julia Stone. Their debut album ‘A Book Like This’ released in 2007 glided easily in to the hearts of Australians. It debuted top 10 on the national ARIA album chart and maintained a spot in the top 100 for over a year. In 2008 it earned Angus and Julia 6 ARIA award nominations and reached platinum sales status.
The duo with their band, have travelled around the world from the cold Scottish Highlands to the warm desert towns of the USA. Have had songs feature on TV ads from Korea to Scandanavia and have appeared on Festivals throughout the world including SXSW in Texas, Edinburgh Fringe Festival and Latitude in London. All this international touring successfully expanded the bands audience, with their MySpace plays now exceeding 5 MILLION !!!
The new single ‘And The Boys’ has been enjoying high rotation on Triple J, is released today and comes with two bonus tracks ‘Change’ and ‘Take You Away’ when purchased through the iTunes store. The track was co-produced by Angus & Julia with Brad Albetta (Martha Wainwright) and is the first taste of new material from their forthcoming sophomore album ‘Down The Way’. The lyrics inspire joy gained from lost love and it takes you from darkness to light with it driving drum beat, beautiful touches of melatron and moog behind the acoustic guitars and dancing piano and bass. The song really highlights the power of the beauty that can be found in even the hardest of times.
Tickets: $44 + booking fee (Postage & credit card fees may also apply)
Tickets available from the Venue during box office hours 9am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday or phone 5437 1170.
More info: www.myspace.com/angusandjuliastone

WEEK 4

Wed 24 Mar 2010
Hi-5 Surprise!
The Events Centre
20 Minchinton Street Caloundra
11.30am
Hi-5 are planning a surprise party and everyone is invited!

Stevie, Casey, Fely, Lauren and Tim want to do something special for their wonderful friend Chats' birthday. So, they are throwing her a party. It's a big, fun-filled surprise with heaps of singing, dancing and party games. Get ready to yell "surprise!" and join in with the celebration. Hi-5 Surprise! is the biggest party to ever hit the stage... but remember, don't tell Chats!

Cost - Premium $42.90 A-Reserve $32.90
(additional fees may apply)
For more info or to purchase tickets, please visit
www.etixdirect.com.au or call 5491 4240

Fri 26 to Sun 28 Mar
Passion Tasting Festival
Choose from over 30 interactive & content-rich workshops
Maleny Stanley River Rd & Coral St Maleny
Discover and experience your Passion, and share in the Passions of others at a new 3 day Passion Tasting Festival, all set against a back drop of the stunning rolling green hills of Maleny, in the Queensland’s Sunshine Coast Hinterland.

Escape the ordinary and experience the extraordinary by spending a Passionate day or weekend at the new Passion Tasting Festival in the beautiful Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Each day brings a new experience to taste and share. Discover new or forgotten Passions and be inspired by those living the life they love, through over 30 interactive and content rich workshops. Be captivated and entertained as you listen to the experiences and wisdom of the local and international recognised Guest speakers and presenters such as Dominique Finney, Falu Eyre, Vanessa Hall, Barbara Brewster, Sarah and Chris Pye to name a few. Peruse the Passion craft markets for those hand made treats that inspire and delight and chill and bask in the creative energy produced by the works of artists in the Passion gallery. Discover your true nature, purpose or hidden Passion with intuitive readers, and be treated to the powers of the amazing energy workers and healers. During the day absorb the atmosphere of emerging bands, musicians and entertainers during the day and soul stirring professional concerts at night. Friday night is a charity concert with Sulco, Hayden Hack Infusion and French Butler called Smith, and Saturday night De Greer Yindimincarlie, The Twine and OKA. Sample and taste a selection of food and drink that will feed your soul and fill your stomach while giving you the sustenance and energy to carry on your journey and Passion treasure hunt at the festival and you can sit back and enjoy the sights and sounds of the festival while sipping your favorite beverage.
For full program, information and tickets
visit: www.passiontastingfestival.com.au
or phone 07 5473 9498.

Due to the high demand for places in the triathlon all individual & team places have now sold out.
If you have missed out on an individual or team spot there is Waiting Lists to register your name/team. Places will be released at intervals as they become available due to withdrawals.
Fri 26 to Sun 28 Mar
Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival 2010
Mooloolaba Beach
Entries open from 8.30am to 5.30pm daily.
Online entries are open 24 hours.
Now in its 18th year, the Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival encompasses more than just triathlon - it’s a 3-day celebration of sport.
The festival, not only attracts competitors from interstate but with numerous supporting events encourages locals to get involved, with events & activities to suit everyone; swimming, running, cycling & partying. The 3-day festival brings Australia's best athletes to compete alongside competitors of all ages & abilities in the huge program.
The Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival also hosts the BG Mooloolaba ITU World Cup, which attracts over 150 of the world's top triathletes as they battle for their share of the valuable Olympic qualifying points & US$100,000 prize money.
Headlining events range from the Peregian Springs Mooloolaba Ocean Swim, Asics Twilight 5km Run, The Courier Mail Superkidz Triathlon & the Ryders Cycling Grand Prix.
The public can enjoy the expansive range of exhibitors at the Mooloolaba Lifestyle Expo along with will live entertainment & the Coffee Club Waiters Challenge.
Children: Children are welcome. The Courier Mail Noosa Superkidz Triathlon. A children's triathlon for ages seven to 13. Children are also eligible to enter into The Asics 5km Twilight Run & Mooloolaba Ocean Swim.

Disabled: There is access for guests with a disability. Disabled toilets provided. The Mooloolaba Triathlon Lifestyle Expo is accessible by wheelchair.
More info Ph: 07 5449 0711 or visit website for full program & entry costs.
Email: info@usmevents.com.au
Web: www.usmevents.com.au

Fri 26 Mar
Caloundra Blue Light Disco
Caloundra Rollerdrome
Caloundra Rd, Caloundra
7pm to 10pm
Entry: $10 - NO PASSOUTS
Age group 7—16 years
Smoking, drugs & alcohol are not permitted.
More info & photo galleries
visit www.caloundrabluelight.org.au >>
or call the Caloundra Blue Light Hotline on 5438 0666.

Blue Light Dance Parties are held on the last Friday of every month at the Caloundra Rollerdrome.

SORRY - THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT!!!
Fri 26 Mar 2010 @ 8pm
ROCKWIZ LIVE SHOW
Nambour Civic Centre - Main Hall
Currie St Nambour
RocKwiz Live Show
FIRST EVER LIVE NATIONAL TOUR of AUSTRALIA!
It had to happen! Dugald is breaking the RocKwiz team out of the confines of the Gershwin Room and bumping them into a Live Australian Tour!
Mistress of ceremonies Julia Zemiro; firm but fair co-host Brian Nankervis; the legendary RocKwiz Orkestra and Dugald (with mystery guests in tow) will be touring live for the first time ever in the shows five year on-air history! It will be just like you see on your tellie every Saturday night on SBS - but this time, so close you can smell them!
This incredible live tour of AFI Award winning RocKwiz's witty and exciting music trivia show will be purely for the pleasure of the local audiences who are lucky enough to catch it on stage. These shows are not for broadcast, which is all the more reason that each is a not-to-be-missed live event!
Since first screening in January 2005, RocKwiz has become SBS's Saturday night staple for the stay at home crowd. Now in its seventh series, the ground-breaking program has presented over 200 Australian and international musical recording and touring artists, some legends and some performing live on TV for the first time. There have been over 400 music trivia tragics plucked from the Gershwin Room audience and given their 30 minutes of geeky glory.

RocKwiz is unique and exciting television, cleverly blending live music performances with engaging chat and music trivia questions. In an era where there are precious few opportunities to see live music performances on prime time TV, RocKwiz rates as the best of them by making the music the star of the show. This happens right from the kick-off where both guest artists are asked to sing their own songs before the serious questioning begins. Each episode climaxes when the guests duet on a classic song with the RocKwiz Orkestra to produce a unique, one-off musical moment and sometimes the most unlikely pairing will deliver the most magical performance. RocKwiz clearly loves and respects all forms of music - pop, rock, soul, roots, country and alternate/indie acts have all found a welcome, open door at RocKwiz.
Prices: $65 All Tickets
$55 (Group Booking +6)
(additional internet/phn charges apply)
Ph: 5475 7777 or book online
www.nambourciviccentre.com.au

Nambour Civic Centre is a licensed venue - every person under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

Sat 27 Mar at 2pm
The Sunshine Coast Concert Band presents:
"Tribute to Al Jolson & The Jazz Singer" Concert
Maroochy Baptist Centre, Wises Rd., Buderim.
The award winning Sunshine Coast Concert Band will begin their 2010 calendar of charity concerts with a "Tribute to Al Jolson & The Jazz Singer" concert on Saturday 27th March, starting at 2pm in the Maroochy Baptist Centre, Wises Rd., Buderim.
Under the baton of Musical Director Ken Chadwick OAM, this band of approx. 40 members will delight their audience with a wide variety of rhythms, songs & melodies from Smoky Mokes Dixie, some Gershwin, the Quarterdeck March, even the classic "76 Trombones", the Todd & Josh Wynyard (father & son) trumpeters playing "Side by Side", & a Clarinet Polka played by Charlie Simm, Laura Thomas & Lynn Jones.
Al Jolson was featured in the first talking film ever made, The Jazz Singer, & then later The Jolson Story.
In this concert, Alan Winter will sing jazz songs, & Aart Schouten will try to simulate the Jolson-style in favourites such as "Sonny Boy" & "Mammy". Bev Gourlay will add some Irish music (for St Patrick's Day enthusiasts), so there'll be "something for everyone".
General admission at the door to this air-conditioned, comfortable, large venue will be $10, which includes afternoon tea, & all proceeds are for the Nambour Special School's funds.
This is a concert that should not be missed.
For future SCCB events, check out their website http://www.sccb.org.au/

AND.......
If either French music or dancing is to your taste, the SCCB are hosting an "April in Paris" Dance at 7.30pm on Saturday 10th April at the Kawana Community Centre, Nanyima St., Buddina. Featuring mainly French tunes, there will be "old time" dancing e.g. Gypsy Tap, Merilyn, Barclay Blues as well as rock'n roll, waltzes & foxtrots etc.
So whether you want to just listen to the big band sound or dance the night away, why not organise a party of up to 12 people & book a table for just $120 with Aileen on 5446 5031 or email aileen.ernie@y7mail.com.
Individual entry will be $15, & BYO drinks & party are encouraged!