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Theatre: Intimate, comfortable and air conditioned, Noosa Arts Theatre is the venue for notable productions and has staged a world premiere of a David Williamson play. Its highly acclaimed National One Act Play competition has been running for 25 years. Tel: 5449 9343 for program details of theatrical productions, concerts and other performances.

Major events & performances: The Noosa Long Weekend is a 10-day festival of culture including famous writers' talks, jazz, comedy, cinema and classical music. The famous annual Noosa Jazz Festival is now an institution and jazz and blues, latin rhythms and country music feature at local pubs, restaurants, nightclubs and on river cruises throughout the year. Classical music ranges from intimate performances by world class musicians in local halls to the breathtaking setting of the Botanic Gardens Amphitheatre in Cooroy. Check the Visitor Information Centres for current programs.

Galleries: You'll find artists' studios and galleries throughout Noosa. The Noosa Regional Gallery in Pelican Street, Tewantin, is a contemporary art space with ever-changing exhibitions, workshops, and innovative programs. Open 10am-4pm Tues to Sun with parking, a café and shop on site. Another not-to-be-missed venue is The Cooroy Butter Factory, host to a wide range of workshops, concerts and exhibitions. Open 10am-3pm Tues - Sun.

Heritage: Noosa's rich heritage begins with the traditional landowners, the Gubbi Gubbi. If you're a history buff, stop by the Tewantin Heritage and Historical Society's information centre at Parkyn Hut,Tewantin. Pomona is rich with heritage buildings. In Noosa admire the National Trust listed Halse Lodge midway up Noosa Hill. Need an excuse to visit the pub? History is alive at the Pomona Hotel, Tewantin's Royal Mail, The Apollonian at Boreen Point, and Kin Kin's Country Life Hotel.

Shopping: Where to start? Where else but Hastings Street, bliss for window shoppers and serious buyers alike. The Noosa shopping experience includes international label clothing, funky local designs, superbly crafted jewellery, and much more. Other popular shopping precincts include Noosa Junction; Noosa Village and the Gibson Road homewares stretch at Noosaville; Sunshine and Peregian Beaches. The hinterland towns are excellent for crafts and antiques.

Health & beauty: Luxurious day spas are a feature of Noosa life these days, as well as excellent hair stylists and beauty therapists. Feel like a few hours of pure bliss? Enjoy being pampered at one of Noosa's relaxing health spas or try a pilates or yoga class. All part of the stress-free Noosa holiday experience.

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