The Sunshine Coast is an urban area in South East Queensland, north of the state capital of Brisbane on the Pacific Ocean coastline. Although it does not have a central business district, by population it ranks as the 10th largest metropolis in Australia and the third largest in Queensland.

Queenslands Sunshine Coast is a breath of fresh air. From the moment you dig your toes into the golden sand or breathe in the clean hinterland air, you will begin to feel different.

From teaching the kids to fish in Caloundra's Pumicestone Passage and spotting koalas in Noosa's National Park, to exploring hinterland art galleries or meeting the locals at an organic farmers market, its all about time out to connect and recharge.

The Sunshine Coast is 100 kms north of Brisbane and extends from the Glass House Mountains in the south - including the northern portion of Bribie Island - to the Cooloola Region in the north, and to Kenilworth, The Mary Vally and the Blackall Range in the west.

The region encompasses endless beaches, majestic mountain ranges, countless rivers and creeks, fertile farming country, sophisticated living, world famous destinations and little known treasures.

Surfing the menu here means sharing fresh fish and chips on the beach, sampling cutting edge coastal cuisine in a relaxed beachside cafe or lingering over a long lunch with friends at an award winning restaurant.

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