Maureen & Jackie,’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Discover the beautiful Sunshine Coast and what it has to offer visitors.
Popular picnic, kyaking point located 1km from JayEm's. Easy , flat walking along the Maroochydore Riverfront. Lots of people swim here, but there is no patrol .
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Chambers Island
Popular picnic, kyaking point located 1km from JayEm's. Easy , flat walking along the Maroochydore Riverfront. Lots of people swim here, but there is no patrol .
Great views whilst walking over the Alexandra Headland. The HMAS Brisbane gives historical informtion and there are BBQ areas if you want to enjoy the view for a little longer. It can get busy, so be early for a good parking spot. Many restaurants and cafes can be found in Mooloolaba and Alexandra Headland all accessible within 1km of a hilly walk from the HMAS Brisbane. It is just over 4kms from JaynEm's.
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HMAS Brisbane Lookout
Great views whilst walking over the Alexandra Headland. The HMAS Brisbane gives historical informtion and there are BBQ areas if you want to enjoy the view for a little longer. It can get busy, so be early for a good parking spot. Many restaurants and cafes can be found in Mooloolaba and Alexandra Headland all accessible within 1km of a hilly walk from the HMAS Brisbane. It is just over 4kms from JaynEm's.
Just 6km from JayEm's, Sunshine Castle at Bli Bli is a historical castle. Open every day except Mondays 9am - 4.30pm. You can take a self guided tour, a treasure hunt, have a children's party or several other functions are available on request.
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Sunshine Castle
292-296 David Low WayJust 6km from JayEm's, Sunshine Castle at Bli Bli is a historical castle. Open every day except Mondays 9am - 4.30pm. You can take a self guided tour, a treasure hunt, have a children's party or several other functions are available on request.
A secret park at Buderim, which won't be secret for too long! Magnificient view of the Sunshine Coast with lovely picnic areas. It is also close to Buderim cottage for arts and crafts along with a coffee shop. Approximately 8km uphill from JaynEm's.
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Buderim Village Park
5 Church StA secret park at Buderim, which won't be secret for too long! Magnificient view of the Sunshine Coast with lovely picnic areas. It is also close to Buderim cottage for arts and crafts along with a coffee shop. Approximately 8km uphill from JaynEm's.
Sea Life Aquarium takes you through 11 uniques zones which is home to thousands of colourful fish and marine life. Approximately 6km from JaynEm's.
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SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium
Parkyn ParadeSea Life Aquarium takes you through 11 uniques zones which is home to thousands of colourful fish and marine life. Approximately 6km from JaynEm's.
Located just 200m from JaynEm's you can walk or cycle for endless km's along our beautiful flat landscape. A block of units just 1km away hire out bikes if you are interested in cycling.
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Maroochy River
Located just 200m from JaynEm's you can walk or cycle for endless km's along our beautiful flat landscape. A block of units just 1km away hire out bikes if you are interested in cycling.
The Ginger Factory has a great variety of activities including a tour, shopping, fun rides and a cafe featuring Modern Australian Cuisine. Open 9am - 5pm, 7 days a week at Yandina which is approximately 21km from JaynEm's.
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Ingvarverksmiðja
50 Pioneer RdThe Ginger Factory has a great variety of activities including a tour, shopping, fun rides and a cafe featuring Modern Australian Cuisine. Open 9am - 5pm, 7 days a week at Yandina which is approximately 21km from JaynEm's.
A lovely drive through the hinterland takes you to Maleny Cheese Facotry. It's on the tourist drive and is approximately 35km from JaynEm's.
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Maleny Cheese
1 Clifford StA lovely drive through the hinterland takes you to Maleny Cheese Facotry. It's on the tourist drive and is approximately 35km from JaynEm's.
Approximately 31km from JaynEm's, Mapleton National Park offers spectacular views across the Obi Obi Valley. A short walk takes you to the falls which is another magical site, particularly after heavy rainfall.
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Mapleton Falls National Park
78 Mapleton Falls RdApproximately 31km from JaynEm's, Mapleton National Park offers spectacular views across the Obi Obi Valley. A short walk takes you to the falls which is another magical site, particularly after heavy rainfall.
Wonderful place to see many unique shops and dine in magnificient cafes and restaurants, which may have views overlooking the Sunshine Coast. Poets Cafe is a favourite and JaynEm's and is approximately 25km from our home.
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Montville
Wonderful place to see many unique shops and dine in magnificient cafes and restaurants, which may have views overlooking the Sunshine Coast. Poets Cafe is a favourite and JaynEm's and is approximately 25km from our home.
Get away with nature and see the falls! Approximately 29km up the range from JaynEm's. Well worth the drive.
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Kondalilla Falls
74 Kondalilla Falls RdGet away with nature and see the falls! Approximately 29km up the range from JaynEm's. Well worth the drive.
Activities
Things to actively participate in whilst on the Sunshine Coast
Fun water, fishing, wakeboarding park - Approximately 8km from JaynEm's.
SUMMER SEASON
From Monday September 2nd to September 19th
Wakeboarding - Open 7 days - 10am to 5pm
Aqua Park - Open Thurs to Sunday - 10am to 5pm (Closed Mon-Wed)
Barra Fishing - Open Thurs to Sunday - 10am to 5pm (Closed Mon-Wed)
From September 19th to May 31st
Wakeboarding - Open 7 days - 10am to 5pm
Aqua Park - Open 7 days - 10am to 5pm (May goes to weekends only)
Barra Fishing - Open 7 days - 10am to 5pm
WINTER SEASON
From June 1st to Monday September 2nd
Wakeboarding - Open 4 days - Thur to Sunday 11am to 5pm
Aqua Park - Open 2 days - Sat and Sun 11am to 3pm
Barra Fishing - Open 4 days - Thur to Sunday 11am to 5pm
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Bli Bli vatnsíþróttamiðstöð
367 David Low WayFun water, fishing, wakeboarding park - Approximately 8km from JaynEm's.
SUMMER SEASON
From Monday September 2nd to September 19th
Wakeboarding - Open 7 days - 10am to 5pm
Aqua Park - Open Thurs to Sunday - 10am to 5pm (Closed Mon-Wed)
Barra Fishing - Open Thurs to Sunday - 10am to 5pm (Closed Mon-Wed)
From September 19th to May 31st
Wakeboarding - Open 7 days - 10am to 5pm
Aqua Park - Open 7 days - 10am to 5pm (May goes to weekends only)
Barra Fishing - Open 7 days - 10am to 5pm
WINTER SEASON
From June 1st to Monday September 2nd
Wakeboarding - Open 4 days - Thur to Sunday 11am to 5pm
Aqua Park - Open 2 days - Sat and Sun 11am to 3pm
Barra Fishing - Open 4 days - Thur to Sunday 11am to 5pm
Located an easy 1km walk from JayEm's, Swan's Boat Hire gives you choices of boats to hire for cruising the beautiful Maroochydore River. Whether you want to cruise, picnic, bird watch or find a spot to fish these boats are a great choice.
Also available are canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Open every day except Christmas Day 7am - 5pm.
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Swan Boat Hire
71 Bradman AveLocated an easy 1km walk from JayEm's, Swan's Boat Hire gives you choices of boats to hire for cruising the beautiful Maroochydore River. Whether you want to cruise, picnic, bird watch or find a spot to fish these boats are a great choice.
Also available are canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Open every day except Christmas Day 7am - 5pm.
Peaceful, nature loving environment to explore. Enjoy a BBQ or Picnic after strolling through the forest area. Approximately 8km from JaynEm's.
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E J Foote Sanctuary
Park LanePeaceful, nature loving environment to explore. Enjoy a BBQ or Picnic after strolling through the forest area. Approximately 8km from JaynEm's.
Located approximately 37km from JaynEm's this 1,000 acre zoo is a must see! Open everyday 9am - 5pm experience animal encounters, feed the animals or just wander through the zoo at your own pace.
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Australia Zoo
Located approximately 37km from JaynEm's this 1,000 acre zoo is a must see! Open everyday 9am - 5pm experience animal encounters, feed the animals or just wander through the zoo at your own pace.
Located just 1.5km from JaynEm's is a 50m and 25m pool with heating all year round. Easy, flat walk, 5min bus ride or take the car. Plenty of parking and Cotton Tree shops and cafes are always worth a visit.
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Cotton Tree Aquatic Centre
412 Cotton Tree ParadeLocated just 1.5km from JaynEm's is a 50m and 25m pool with heating all year round. Easy, flat walk, 5min bus ride or take the car. Plenty of parking and Cotton Tree shops and cafes are always worth a visit.
Mount Coolum is a great walk for those who are fit and energetic. Approximately 16km from JaynEm's. You'll need to go up early in Summer to avoid the heat, but enjoy the view from the top as it's spectacular.
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Mount Coolum
Mount Coolum is a great walk for those who are fit and energetic. Approximately 16km from JaynEm's. You'll need to go up early in Summer to avoid the heat, but enjoy the view from the top as it's spectacular.
A personal favourite, but you'll need to be fit and ready use the chains to climb some of this 394m mountain. It is 50km from JaynEm's but well worth the trip. Great views of the Hinterland. Go extra early in Summer time as it gets quite warm in Pomona. Great cafes to cool down and enjoy some social time afterwards.
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Mount Cooroora
A personal favourite, but you'll need to be fit and ready use the chains to climb some of this 394m mountain. It is 50km from JaynEm's but well worth the trip. Great views of the Hinterland. Go extra early in Summer time as it gets quite warm in Pomona. Great cafes to cool down and enjoy some social time afterwards.
Noosa National Park is fabulous for our fit visitors who want to stretch their legs and enjoy a peaceful walk amongst nature. Located approx 40km from JaynEm's, you could visit one or two of the beaches Noosa has to offer from Hastings street if you park in the Rotary Carpark, or catch a bus 100m from our home. Travel in the bus for approx 1hr and 15min.
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Noosa National Park Carpark
60-62 Park RdNoosa National Park is fabulous for our fit visitors who want to stretch their legs and enjoy a peaceful walk amongst nature. Located approx 40km from JaynEm's, you could visit one or two of the beaches Noosa has to offer from Hastings street if you park in the Rotary Carpark, or catch a bus 100m from our home. Travel in the bus for approx 1hr and 15min.
120 exciting challenges with 12 x zip lines of 20 - 140m just 12.1km from Jayn'Ems.
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TreeTop Challenge Big Pineapple
76 Nambour Connection Rd120 exciting challenges with 12 x zip lines of 20 - 140m just 12.1km from Jayn'Ems.
7 challenging circuits, 4 levels of difficulty and there are 16 ziplines attached to the circuits. Located 1km from Jayn'Ems.
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Next Level - High Ropes Adventure Park
154-164 Horton Parade7 challenging circuits, 4 levels of difficulty and there are 16 ziplines attached to the circuits. Located 1km from Jayn'Ems.
Food scene
Food precinct with lots of restaurants and cafes to dine throughout the day and night. Ocean St is the closest. Only 300m flat, easy walking from JayEm's.
Great place to socialise and enjoy different cuisines and bars. Highly recommended: Bombay Bliss, Solbar & the Post Office Bar. All have great specials available!
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Ocean Street
Ocean StreetGreat place to socialise and enjoy different cuisines and bars. Highly recommended: Bombay Bliss, Solbar & the Post Office Bar. All have great specials available!
Approximately 7km from JaynEm's this small group of fish shops have freshly caught fish for the delight of visitors and locals. Picnic and beach areas are available to enjoy the delicacies. There is also a restaurant in the area. Parking is tight most times in the day.
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Mooloolaba Fish Market
201 Parkyn ParadeApproximately 7km from JaynEm's this small group of fish shops have freshly caught fish for the delight of visitors and locals. Picnic and beach areas are available to enjoy the delicacies. There is also a restaurant in the area. Parking is tight most times in the day.
Poet's Cafe is approximately 25km from JaynEm's. It is a meca when it comes to fabulous cuisine! The view overlooking the hinterland to the Sunshine Coast is glorious on a clear day.
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Poets Cafe
167 Main StPoet's Cafe is approximately 25km from JaynEm's. It is a meca when it comes to fabulous cuisine! The view overlooking the hinterland to the Sunshine Coast is glorious on a clear day.
Located approximately 550m from JaynEm's, a local favourite eating spot. Great affordable food, drinks and atmosphere. Easy, flat walk.
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Duporth Tavern
52-62 Duporth AveLocated approximately 550m from JaynEm's, a local favourite eating spot. Great affordable food, drinks and atmosphere. Easy, flat walk.
Fine dining your scene? The Boat Shed is 1.5km from JaynEm's and is the perfect location for a long lunch or dinner. Wonderful choice of cuisine. You'll be glad you booked!
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The Boat Shed
Fine dining your scene? The Boat Shed is 1.5km from JaynEm's and is the perfect location for a long lunch or dinner. Wonderful choice of cuisine. You'll be glad you booked!
Located approx 23km from JaynEm's and open 7 days a week (check for opening times), it offers you award winning Asian cuisine whilst you are sitting in a lush, tropical garden. An absolute must if you have the time to sit, relax and enjoy their hospitality.
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The Spirit House Restaurant
20 Ninderry RdLocated approx 23km from JaynEm's and open 7 days a week (check for opening times), it offers you award winning Asian cuisine whilst you are sitting in a lush, tropical garden. An absolute must if you have the time to sit, relax and enjoy their hospitality.
Located approximately 200m from JaynEm's a fabulous Bar / Eatery. At night the fairy lights really make the atmosphere fantastic!
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Kiki Bar & Eatery
51 Duporth AveLocated approximately 200m from JaynEm's a fabulous Bar / Eatery. At night the fairy lights really make the atmosphere fantastic!
Every imaginable tea and tasty treats to go with them for you to try! Highly recommended.
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The Silva Spoon
27-29 Cotton Tree ParadeEvery imaginable tea and tasty treats to go with them for you to try! Highly recommended.
Great Japanese food and very reasonable. Approximately 1.3km from JaynEm's. Recommended by locals and our Airbnb guests!
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Umami Ramen
54-56 Aerodrome RdGreat Japanese food and very reasonable. Approximately 1.3km from JaynEm's. Recommended by locals and our Airbnb guests!
Upmarket dining with a beautiful view. Easy 750m walk from JaynEm's.
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Orléans Restaurant and Bar
24 Duporth AveUpmarket dining with a beautiful view. Easy 750m walk from JaynEm's.
Great Indian Cuisine, reasonably priced - 500m from JaynEm's!
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Bombay Bliss - Maroochydore
35 Duporth AveGreat Indian Cuisine, reasonably priced - 500m from JaynEm's!
Solbar
12-20 Ocean StTasty food, great drinks, lots of specials & only 650m from JaynEm's!
Great place to relax, unwind, eat and drink. Reasonable prices & only 650m from JaynEm's.
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The Post Office Bar
10 Ocean StreetGreat place to relax, unwind, eat and drink. Reasonable prices & only 650m from JaynEm's.
Fantastic Italian Cuisine, personal service and great atmosphere. Located 2.6km from Jayn'Ems.
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Cala Luna Italian Restaurant
4 Aerodrome RdFantastic Italian Cuisine, personal service and great atmosphere. Located 2.6km from Jayn'Ems.
Surf Club
We have a number of Surf Clubs on the Coast. These are just a few of our favourites!
Great views of beach, excellent restaurant, entertainment and poker machines. Vast variety of beers and wines.
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The Surf Club Mooloolaba
Mooloolaba EsplanadeGreat views of beach, excellent restaurant, entertainment and poker machines. Vast variety of beers and wines.
Great views of beach, excellent restaurant, entertainment and poker machines. Vast variety of beers and wines.
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Maroochy Surf Club
36 Alexandra ParadeGreat views of beach, excellent restaurant, entertainment and poker machines. Vast variety of beers and wines.
Great views of beach, excellent restaurant, entertainment and poker machines. Vast variety of beers and wines.
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Alexandra Headland Surf Life Saving Club
167 Alexandra ParadeGreat views of beach, excellent restaurant, entertainment and poker machines. Vast variety of beers and wines.
Sunshine Coast Beaches
Sunshine Coast Beaches are prisitine. Best enjoyed in the morning before any wind whips up!
Great beach which has a patrolled area for swimming. Located approximately 3km from JayEm's and would be a flat, easy river and park walk.
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Maroochydore Beach
Great beach which has a patrolled area for swimming. Located approximately 3km from JayEm's and would be a flat, easy river and park walk.
Great beach which is patrolled for safe swimming. Located approximately 5km from JaynEm's.
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Mooloolaba Beach Pharmacy
77 Mooloolaba EsplGreat beach which is patrolled for safe swimming. Located approximately 5km from JaynEm's.
Best in the morning & not as well known, but a great view of Old Woman's Island from the beach. Only 10km from JaynEm's so you could cycle, drive or catch the bus (approx 20min) and enjoy a relaxing picnic, swim or coffee at one of the cafes.
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Mudjimba Beach
Best in the morning & not as well known, but a great view of Old Woman's Island from the beach. Only 10km from JaynEm's so you could cycle, drive or catch the bus (approx 20min) and enjoy a relaxing picnic, swim or coffee at one of the cafes.
Safe swimming as it's protected by the headland. Located approximately 40km from JaynEm's is this iconic beach. Parking is at a premium, so be early! There is a bus stop 100m from JaynEm's which will take you to the beach in approximately 1hr.
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Aðalströnd Noosa Heads
Safe swimming as it's protected by the headland. Located approximately 40km from JaynEm's is this iconic beach. Parking is at a premium, so be early! There is a bus stop 100m from JaynEm's which will take you to the beach in approximately 1hr.
Bike Hire on the Sunshine Coast
Cycling is a great way to see the Sunshine Coast. We have a bike path which starts on Duporth Ave where you can ride for an hour or more going in both directions!
From JaynEm's, Noosa is about 30min easy driving. Follow Duporth Ave / Bradman Ave until you get to the Maroochydore Bridge at the 2nd set of lights. Put your GPS on and go to Noosaville where you'll find the bike hire shop at 12/20 Venture Drive, Noosaville. Parking is 'tight' as it's a popular area so get there nice and early.
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Bike On - Bike Hire Noosa
20 Venture DrFrom JaynEm's, Noosa is about 30min easy driving. Follow Duporth Ave / Bradman Ave until you get to the Maroochydore Bridge at the 2nd set of lights. Put your GPS on and go to Noosaville where you'll find the bike hire shop at 12/20 Venture Drive, Noosaville. Parking is 'tight' as it's a popular area so get there nice and early.
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Samgöngur
Two bus stops are within 250m of JaynEm's.
Route 200 & 220 takes you to Noosa. Walk out of our complex and turn left. Keep walking until you are just about at the traffic lights. The buses are fairly regular.
Maroochydore - Cross over Duporth Ave and turn left. Walk down across the road and outside the park is the bus stop. It will take you to the Sunshine Coast Plaza where there are connecting buses for all areas of the Sunshine Coast.
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Cotton Tree Markets & Eumundi Markets
Cotton Tree Markets are open Sunday 7am - midday and selling local artists creations, fashion, homewares and special treats to eat. It is surrounded by cafes to enjoy breakfast and lunch.
Located approximately 31km from JaynEm's this iconic world famous market is open Wednesday 8am - 1pm and Saturday 7am - 2pm. From the history of the markets to the town of Eumundi and the stalls themselves, this is a must see. Get there early for a good parking space and be captivated by what's for sale and the gourmet food stalls.
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Casual clothing
Most of the venues on the coast are easy going and casual clothing is acceptable. If you are going somewhere special you may want to pack more formal wear.
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Prams are advisable
Getting around on footpaths is easily accessible with a pram.
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Dining Specials!
From Duporth TavernLocated 550m from JaynEm's to Solbar and Post Office Bar. Check out their daily specials for delicious dining.
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If we don't know, we will find out for you! :)
Samgöngur
Next door to JaynEm's
50m from JaynEm's - Convenience Store with ATM open 7 days a week till late, Smashed Crab Seafood 11am - 8pm Fri - Sun and 11am - 2.30pm Mon, 11am - 2.30pm & 4.30 - 8pm Tue - Thur. Next door is the Thai Food open 7.30am - 2.30pm & 5pm - 8.30pm every day except Monday, Bakery - 6.30am - 3pm Mon - Fri and 7am - 2pm Sat. A public phone is also available outside the convenience store.
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Local Supermarkets
Woolies Big Top: Flat 300m walk from JaynEm's place.
Coles Sunshine Coast Plaza: Flat 600m walk from JaynEm's.
IGA: 1.2km from JaynEm's. You'll need a car for shopping needs for this store.