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La Dolce Bokarina

Tutto Freddo is what happens when a third-generation Sunshine Coaster marries a Melbourne-born Italian, and together they bottle that mix of salt air and Italian soul into one cool little fro-yo bar on Bokarina Boulevard. Kirryn grew up on the Sunshine Coast, while her husband Dom brings his Italian roots and love of bold flavour …

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Let’s talk menopause

It can start subtly. A slightly shorter fuse, a sleepless night, a period that isn’t quite like it used to be. For many women, these early signs of perimenopause sneak up while juggling work, family and life’s daily demands, making them easy to miss or dismiss. But understanding what’s happening in the body can make …

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Healing Love

Thirty-five years ago, on October 8, 1990, Gary and Debbie Martin arrived at a weed-covered bean farm in the Noosa Hinterland with a station wagon, three children and a dream to create a sanctuary where people could find healing, hope and a new way to live. They arrived late that first night. It was dark, …

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Sunny times ahead

Tewantin’s historic pub returns with a new look, sprawling beer garden and the same local spirit. After months of anticipation, Tewantin’s much-loved Royal Mail Hotel has reopened its doors and locals are flocking back to see the stunning transformation of this iconic venue. The historic pub, just minutes from Noosa’s beaches, has been reimagined as …

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Living by design

Re:Scape Design founder Ricky Burgess knows a thing or two about how to level up a backyard. His recent project on Sydney Street in Kedron is one of his finest – transforming a blank canvas into a stylish entertainer’s retreat. “The clients loved staying at resorts, and the brief was they want to experience a …

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Healthy + glowing skin

As the temperatures rise and the days get longer, our skin faces a whole new set of challenges. From intense sun exposure to heat, humidity and increased sweating, summer can take a toll on even the healthiest complexions. We spoke with the owner of Australian Skin Clinics Kawana, Georgie McDonald, for her top tips on …

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A built legacy

If you’ve spent any time on the Sunshine Coast in the past 50 years, chances are you’ve walked through, driven past or even lived in one of Murphy Group’s projects. From community centres to classrooms, health facilities to homes, this is a business that has helped shape the fabric of our landscape. What began as …

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Byron bliss

I exhale slowly. It is so quiet. And, oh so peaceful – a blissful moment for a working mother of two busy boys. I take a sip of my gin and tonic, the finger lime and aniseed myrtle shining through, and take in the majestic view. Truly, there is no other word worthy of describing …

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Purity, trust & health

Luvin’ Life has been part of Australia’s wellness landscape since 2003, and in 2023, the Campbell family officially acquired the business after nearly 20 years of distributing the brand. For owner Dayse Campbell, it was a natural step forward. “Luvin’ Life was founded in 2003, and while we weren’t the original founders, we’d been distributing …

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Ultimate Luxury

Pelican Waters has unveiled the first stage of its new Signature Terrace collection – Luxe Residences – a highly-anticipated release of just seven park-front homes which are generating strong buyer interest. Just days after the close of the EOI period, terrace sales have begun ticking over with prices ranging from $1.47 million to $1.55 million. …

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