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Check out our range of tours exploring the best food & drink trails of the Sunshine Coast!

Sunshine Coast Food Trail

Experience the ultimate foodie itinerary.

If you are looking for a genuine and authentic Sunshine Coast foodie tour featuring local produce, then you have come to the right place. Creative Tours has exclusive access to a wide range of local producers, farms, hidden gems and opportunities to meet the amazing people behind our local food and produce.

The Sunshine Coast is home to a thriving local coffee roasting scene with over 20 local roasters, chocolate makers, fresh seafood markets and of course the famous Mooloolaba prawn, local distilleries & breweries, amazing desserts and fine dining.

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This tour is available 7 days a week for private group bookings..

We are the experts in creating the ultimate foodie itinerary and can cater for all group sizes and dietary requirements. Check out our suggested itinerary below or let us create a custom tour to suit your group.

What to expect:

• Start the day visiting a local coffee roaster with a fresh cup of coffee and a behind the scenes look at the roasting process.
• Visit a local farm to explore a range of seasonal produce grown for local restaurants
• Long lunch at Mill St Kitchen featuring fresh local produce
• Stop in at Sunshine & Sons Distillery to sample their gin, vodka and rum
• Option to add – Local cheese board, winery, pastry and desserts

Additional Information:

Experience the best of the Sunshine Coast foodie scene as you taste fresh seasonal produce and get behind the scenes to meet the makers. Our food tours are designed to give you access to the best local produce and connect with the local stories of our farmers and producers.

Choose from our popular set itinerary or let us create a custom experience to suit your group. We have access to more than 30 local venues and producers which allows us to get creative in putting together a bespoke paddock to plate, farm to fork, or trawler to table experience!

Want more foodie tour options? Check out our Hinterland Farm To Fork Experience, Noosa Food Trail, Mary Valley Food Trail or our Decadent Dessert Tour!

* Private tours we offer pick up from any address

You might like these as well, hinterland food trails.

• 6 ½  hour guided tour
• Experienced local tour guide
• Hinterland drive with spectacular views
• Sample amazing local produce

From $235.00 per person!

Private hinterland cheese & wine tour.

• Door to door transfers
• 6 ½ hour guided tour with flexible start times
• Drive through the Hinterland with spectacular views

From $225.00 per person!

Private noosa hinterland drinks.

• 6 hour guided tour (10.30-4.30pm)
• Scenic drive through the Noosa Hinterland

From $255.00 per person!

Google reviews, what others think of creative tours.

The best winery tour I’ve ever been on. Zoe was so helpful and a lot of fun. Would definitely recommend going on this tour. Huge success.

Great tour, customised to suit our Team. We had a private group of 30 for our company social club - everyone raved about what a great day out it was. ... read more Thank you.

Love it Matt is the best your guide and driver

We organised a private tour recently for 4 of us as part of a team meeting. We had a great afternoon/evening and would recommend it.

Great day. Marek was as good as you could get. Friendly, funny and knew his job. Thanks for the day Marek.

Was absolutely fantastic didn’t have to lift a finger all day and found out heaps about wine, beer and spirits. loved the little niche areas through the beautiful hinterland that ... read more the tour guides pointed out. Highly recommend!

Had such a great day with Creative Tours. Was such a fun to day exploring the Sunshine Coast and Deb was amazing! Would highly recommend

Is a great way to explore some of the breweries around Noosa and the included lunch was great.

A very enjoyable day. Lovely to be driven around to some great breweries and distilleries and seeing some places on the Sunny Coast that I wouldn’t otherwise have gone to

Such a great day! Our bus driver Michael was awesome! We would definitely do another brewery tour!

Had a great day with Dave (our driver) collecting us from Noosa then starting up at Cooroy's Twenty 20 distillery, Brian was fantastic explaining his award winning process of Gin ... read more making. Buy a GEORGE while your there, a memorable Gin indeed ?? We all had a great day cruising around the hinterland. Creative Tours really looked after us making sure everyone was having a good time. Dave was very knowledgeable throughout our day he, went out of his way to get us all home safely too. Great time was had by all Creative Tours, thank you ??

Very fun day out for my birthday. Friendly, informative and fun guide. Great locations and plenty of grog! Everyone on the tour got into the ‘spirit’ and we all had ... read more a great laugh. Thoroughly recommend! ?

This was such a great experience. I’ve never done a wine tour before but I couldn’t picture it going anymore perfectly. My friends and I enjoyed the variety of drinks, ... read more amazing food, stunning views, all the locations, and the kindness and knowledge from our guide. Thanks again for absolutely everything ☺️

Deb from Creative Tours was such a wonderful host for our Christmas Party. We absolutely loved the combination of being able to experience The Farm (and the cute pups), learning ... read more all about how the local produce is grown and supplied to local restaurants by the amazing Amy. Followed by an incredible lunch at Mapleton Public House where we were able to experience eating the fresh produce from the farm. Followed by a gin tasting experience at Sunshine and Sons Distillery which was so interesting (and yummy). Deb was really relaxed and easy going and even took behind the scenes pics for us all day! Highly recommend Creative Tours!

Fabulously curated tour that I would highly recommend. A quality experience all the way from booking though to receipt of photos afterwards. There is an obvious care factor in the ... read more delivery and every single person involved was absolutely awesome. Can't wait to book another experience with Creative Tours

Thanks for such an enjoyable experience! Wet weather didn’t dampen the day as you’re picked up and ferried between venues on the tour. Deb, our tour guide was so accommodating ... read more and we loved that the tours are small making the experience more personal. Being new to Sunny coast, it was the perfect way to visit the breathtaking scenery of Maleny and Montville as well as experience 3 amazing venues, all the while meeting new people. We also met Matt who was in training on the day and he also was a pleasure to deal with. I would recommend this tour with this company for all the reasons above. They go above and beyond to make sure you have a great experience!!

Ok…I cannot say ENOUGH good things about creative tours in general. They have been amazing, 12/10 from the very beginning to the very end. Staff have been exceptional from Deb ... read more helping me create a tailored tour that suited what I wanted and our budget (we had 17 people on our tour), to being prompt with responding to my questions, to the actual tour itself with our guide Jeremy who was amazing and the tour was fabulous and everyone who attended has raved about it. If you are on the fence about booking a personalised tour or joining one of their scheduled tours…don’t be - do it!!! You will not regret it at all. Creative tours are the best!!!!!!!

Amazing experience from the creative tours gang! Great crew on board and awesome behind the scenes tour.

Josh led our tour of the Sunshine Coast and he was a great guide with lots of local knowledge and good fun along the way. Each place we visited we ... read more learnt so much. A highlight was walking around The Falls Farm and hearing from Christina about their processes for cultivating sustainable and ethical crops which are supplied to some of the best chefs and restaurants in QLD. We then got to taste some of this produce at lunch which was definitely one of the best meals I've ever had (pictured). Transport to and from each place was seamless and overall a great day, highly recommend Creative Tours!

The Noosa Brewery tour was outstanding! Zoe was a wonderful guide, very knowledgable and flexible with pick-up and drop-off locations. Great selection of breweries, with Boiling Pot being a huge ... read more standout. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to explore Australia's craft beer capital!

We had a blast. Our guide Mat was awesome and knew so much about the area, beers and the wines.

Our tour guide Dave is the best! We had so many great beers and the venue were beautiful!

What a fantastic day! Plenty of laughs, fun and high vibes. Thankyou sooo much!

I did the hinterlands winery tour. Flame Hill winery and Brouhaha were both really amazing experiences. Big barrel was unfortunately a hit and miss as the staff didn't seem ... read more to care as much and the wine/beer wasn't as good as the previous. Our driver was super friendly and sociable and helped to complete the experience with his knowledge of the craft distilleries/ breweries/wineries. Overall worth the money and would do again!

We had the absolute best time on our private hinterland tour, Josh is a fabulous and knowledgeable guide who went out his way to make sure we had a great ... read more time. Each stop was uniquely delicious and I cannot fault a single thing about the day. A must do Sunshine Coast experience for locals and visitors.

My wife and I had our 2nd year anniversary with creative tours and loved every minute. Great company and lots of knowledge shared, beautiful scenery and would highly recommend for ... read more any wine/beer/cheese fans to book now ☺️

Highly recommend Creative Tours. Had an amazing day exploring local brewery's around the Sunshine Coast that I didn't know existed. Josh was great fun and so well organised. Highly recommend.

Had a wonderful time visiting the different Vineyards and Brewery’s in the Sunshine Coast hinterland. What topped it off was our brilliant tour guide Jeremy who is a local and ... read more very knowledgeable about the region and what it has to offer. Would 100% recommend.

Great day, lots of fun, would recommend

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Farm Ventures

Sunshine Coast B.C.

Experience your own Farm Adventure with

Petting zoo & trail rides, looking for things to do on the sunshine coast, farmventures isn´t just your regular farm.

Offering a hands on interactive experience with approximately 20 varieties of happy farm animals.

A haven for families seeking an adventure in the heart of the Sunshine Coast. Fun for all ages, children to seniors. Meet, feed, pet, hold and learn about these amazing critters. We offer ageless events from scenic horse trail rides, pony rides, farm and birthday adventure tours. Discover the joy of interacting with adorable animals in our petting farm. Fluffy bunnies, cuddly chickens, gentle quail, and playful piglets await. 

Farm Adventure Tour 

Trail rides & pony rides , birthday & mobile adventures.

Bring The Farm to You!

We offer mobile petting farms and pony rides- perfect for birthdays, weddings, family gatherings, commercial events or just about any special event.

Unsure which package best fits? We also do tailored/customizable packages!

WINNER OF 2020/22/23/24 Travellers' Choice Awards Top 10% of Attractions Worldwide Awarded Certificate of Excellence in 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019

A memory to last my lifetime.

I brought my partner here as a surprise gift and to celebrate our 4th anniversary together. He loves animals so I knew that he would love this place. I was right! He was over the moon with all the animals that sniffed him, head-butted him and clamoured for his attention.  He said that this was hands down one of the best experiences in his life. A place like this is not just for kids... Adults like us can have a blast too! If you have an open heart, and especially if you don't, this farm is a treat and healing for the soul. The animals are treated well and with complete and utter love and devotion... Don't miss this place if you're in the area. I promise you won't regret it. I know I don't. I never will, because this is the last trip my partner and I took together. Exactly a a month after our visit, my partner, my love, passed away in our home. I will be eternally grateful for the wonderful memories you have gifted me. I will remember his happiness here for the rest of my life...so again - thank you from the aching cavern of my heart.

An amazing family trip!

I took my nieces (4 and 2) to farm ventures and I have honestly n ever seen them so happy as they where meeting all the animals. Both of them thoroughly enjoyed meeting all of them especially the bun nies and a beautiful black pony who I believe the girl said was called twilight such a good name for her.

Farm ventures run an amazing establishment all the animals are so well trained and well cared for my 4 year old niece said she wants a place just like farm ventures when she grows up. She is also now begging her parents for riding lessons after her go on twilight.

Thank you to the amazingly helpful and knowledgable staff for an informative tour and a great day out for all the family I enjoyed it as much as the girls did we will definitely be back. I would honestly recommend this to anyone wanting something to do for all the family if you are animal lovers.

Magical Family Memories!

We loved it so much we went 3 days in a row on our family vacation!

Bette-l ynn our delightful and welcoming host taught us so many interesting facts about each of the animals, and watching her engage with each of them is a thing of beauty.

The trail rides were so much fun, singing and chatting and enjoying the gorgeous scenery. We felt safe and confident being first time riders.  

Thank you for the memories we will cherish for a lifetime! xo

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Glasshouse Plantation!

Enjoy australian-grown coffee, farm tours and tastings, welcome to glasshouse plantation.

At Glasshouse Plantation, enjoy a coffee adventure that celebrates the unique flavours of Australia

Opening Hours

Friday – Sunday 8:00am – 4:00pm

While our kitchen stops preparing food at 2:30pm, there are still plenty of choices from our display cabinets in the afternoons.

100% Australian-Grown Coffee

Savour the distinctive taste of our 100% Australian grown coffee, and enjoy the diverse regional flavours

Stunning Views

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the Glass House Mountains while exploring our coffee plantation

Locally Sourced Produce

Indulge in our delicious farm-to-table Café menu featuring seasonal local produce, and purchase local pantry treats direct from our farm shop 

A Celebration of Coffee and Nature

Glasshouse Plantation is more than just a coffee plantation; it’s a destination where the wonders of nature and the art of coffee growing come together. Our passion for Australian grown coffee and sustainable farming practices creates a unique experience for visitors.

Surrounded by the picturesque Glass House Mountains, we offer coffee tastings, farm tours, a farm shop and a Café featuring local produce. See, taste, and learn about growing coffee. Glasshouse Plantation is a unique and authentic Sunshine Coast working farm experience just one hour from Brisbane CBD. 

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Tours & tastings, roastery door & farm shop, less than 1% of all coffee consumed in australia is grown here. let’s change that..

We had a wonderful afternoon finding this special little place. The owners were amazing and passionate about their dreams for the plantation.

Lovely people running the shop and very knowledgeable about the local produce.

Julie, Clayfield, Brisbane

Wonderful customer service, great tea and coffee and totally delicious mango jam.

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THE BIG PINEAPPLE

The Big Pineapple site is open every day from 9am till 4pm. The Pineapple Train is open every day from 9am-4pm with the last train leaving at 3:30pm. 

Currently guests are unable to climb inside the Big Pineapple structure. 

We have a souvenir store which stocks a range of novelty and retro pineapple themed mementos.

There is no entry fee to visit the Big Pineapple site. To ride on the train, everyone pays the kids’ price of $10, and there are separate charges to visit the zoo and to complete the TreeTop Challenge course.

More information including prices is listed below.

For all phone enquiries about the TreeTop Challenge attraction please call 1300 881 446 . BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL.

For all phone enquiries about the Wildlife HQ Zoo please call 0428 660 671 . 

The Big Pineapple renewal team plans to deliver updated, sustainable and contemporary entertainment and attractions, with an emphasis on nature-based and activity-based tourism.

BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL.

TreeTop Challenge 

The exciting next chapter of our renewal is the opening of a new treetop challenge high ropes and zipline course at the big pineapple. .

TreeTop Challenge is one of Queensland’s premier ecotourism operators, as recognised through a gold Queensland tourism award. The Big Pineapple course is set to become their highest and most exciting course, adding to other successful high ropes and zipline courses in the Gold Coast and Scenic Rim.

The new course is being constructed across eight acres, within the mature trees that backdrop the Big Pineapple structure and original buildings. There will be about 120 activities across the two kilometre course, with a variety of challenges including a 120m zipline. The course will take around half a day to complete.  

TreeTop Challenge is an example of the type and quality of ecotourism experience to be facilitated at the Big Pineapple. The TreeTop Challenge course is designed and being constructed with the greatest consideration to the natural environment through retention and protection of trees.   

The TreeTop Challenge attraction is consistent with our vision to sustain the Big Pineapple’s natural environment, while re-establishing the site as a major tourism destination for locals and visitors to the region.

For all phone enquiries about our new TreeTop Challenge attraction please call 1300 881 446 .

PLEASE NOTE: BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL.

Big Pineapple Train

Departing every half-hour, enjoy a journey through the terrain of the Big Pineapple. The heritage listed Pineapple Train explores the rainforest, orchids, bamboo forest and passes our neighbouring zoo animals. Please also note due to the steep and curvy track, operation of the train is weather permitting. The price for everyone is our kids’ rate of $10 per person.

In 2014, when Brisbane’s Alma Park Zoo was closed for a housing development, Julie Seabrook and her dedicated team of zoo keepers relocated and built a new zoo for the animals at the iconic Big Pineapple.

Wildlife HQ is home to a huge range of Australian and Exotic animal species including Queensland's only Sun Bear Maly.

The zoo is home to over 200 animal species from around the world and boasts one of the largest collections of primates in Queensland.

Wildlife HQ is a ZAA (Zoo & Aquarium Association) Accredited facility and is involved in a number of national endangered species management and breeding programs.  Positive animal welfare is the priority of the zoo keepers at Wildlife HQ.

The Zoo is set in a relaxed rainforest environment that allows visitors to explore the naturalistic grounds and meet some truly unique and fascinating animals.

You can even book an up-close-and-personal photo encounter with some of your favourite animals. This includes feeding monkeys; meerkats and red pandas. You can even cuddle a koala or a boa constrictor upon booking. By providing unique and memorable animal encounters the zoo aims to inspire visitors to take part in wildlife conservation.

The zoo is open every day from 9am - 4pm, with the exception of Christmas Day. Please note last entry is at 3pm.

See pricing information here.

You can even catch the Big Pineapple Train to visit the zoo. The train stops at Koala Station every half hour.

Wildlife HQ is one of the Sunshine Coast's best value family days out and we hope to see you soon.

For all phone enquiries about the zoo please call 0428 660 671 .

COMING SOON

The Big Pineapple is an iconic food-tourism destination, with a history of showcasing and celebrating Queensland’s world-class produce. In the Big Pineapple’s heyday, it was the nation’s most popular tourism attraction, and is now making a come-back, with food again at the heart of our tourism offer. 

A feature of our master plan is to facilitate more on-site food and beverage production, with wholesale and retail food and beverage distribution, along with on-site food production demonstration and tasting. 

In the future we plan to diversify our offer, with demonstration farms, micro-breweries, distilleries, restaurants and a convention centre. 

COYO has joined the Big Pineapple team

COYO, an award winning leader in dairy free products, joined us in 2019. COYO produce many coconut yoghurt and ice cream products which are distributed across Australia, along with export distribution and international licensing.

The Big Pineapple will become COYO’s national headquarters based at the former Macadamia Nut factory, when refurbished. With an expanded production base at the Big Pineapple COYO will be able to further advance their market reach.

COYO founders, Henry and Sandra Gosling are true food pioneers, as they were the first to invent coconut-based yoghurt. It is a highly sought after vegan product for consumers who are seeking an organic, diary-free yoghurt. It is this type of innovation and drive that we will seek to foster at the Big Pineapple, as we become a hub of food R&D and production.

The expansion of COYO’s production at the Big Pineapple is another exciting chapter in the food-based renewal of the Sunshine Coast’s most famous icon.

Diablo Ginger Beer

We are excited to welcome Diablo Ginger Beer to the Big Pineapple.

A revved up re-invention of ginger beer, Diablo is a crafty blend of 13 balanced ingredients including herbs, spices and other natural ingredients.  

The mix gives Diablo Alcoholic Ginger Beer its distinctive taste, delivering unrivalled refreshment and flavour.  

The robust flavours and aromas are achieved through an exact process of ageing and maceration of its natural ingredients.  All made in the heart of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland.

Crisp ginger, fresh lime and the subtle balance of chilli makes Diablo Alcoholic Ginger Beer 'Devilishly Refreshing' and easy drinking.

Drop in and see them at their POP-UP BAR, every Saturday including Growler sales (including exchange of empties) and Liqueur & Vodka Bottles sales. Why not come along and try a cocktail or two!  

REDEVELOPMENT MASTER PLAN

Big Pineapple Music Festival

The Big Pineapple Fields provide a unique, iconic and relaxed place to host events within a natural, broadacre amphitheatre. The Big Pineapple Fields has been hosting successful music events since 2013.

The annual Big Pineapple Music Festival, held at the Big Pineapple Fields, hosts leading Australian music talent and regularly sells out. 

The festival has been awarded as the best music festival by the Queensland Music industry, and also recognised by Qantas as among the top 10 regional music events in Australia. 

We also hosted a sold-out Midnight Oil concert in October 2017, further demonstrating our ability to successfully host world-class music events.

On-site camping: We offer the convenient option to camp at the Big Pineapple for our evening music events, adding to the relaxed, festival feel.

For more information about the Big Pineapple Music Festival 

The return of the icon

The Big Pineapple is a national tourism and food icon based on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. Featuring a 16m fibreglass pineapple structure, historically the Big Pineapple drew over a million visits a year, being the most popular tourism attraction in Australia. 

The Big Pineapple site is currently undergoing renewal and transformation, guided by a whole of site master plan across the 170ha landholding. The large scale of the property provides great potential to host new attractions and again become a highly popular destination.

In addition to the iconic Big Pineapple structure, visitor centre and train, today the site is home to a popular zoo, the TreeTop Challenge high ropes and zipline course, in addition to our sell-out events program. 

With an expanding array of animals at Wildlife HQ and events such as our craft beer and cider expo, there are many reasons to re-discover the new Big Pineapple experience.  

A whole of site master plan to guide a successful, sustainable future

Following three years of intensive planning, research and consultation, a whole of site master plan is now guiding a successful, sustainable future for the Big Pineapple. 

Planned uses at the Big Pineapple include:

Food and tourism hub to showcase the region’s produce (the Big Pineapple experience) including craft brewery and fresh food produce outlet & F&B outlets

Tourism attractions, including a water park

Adventure and recreation, including TreeTop Challenge adventure course

Events space, supporting our highly successful music program, including the Big Pineapple Music Festival.

Accommodation including an RV park, glamping, eco-villas and hotel

Food production, R&D and distribution (which is commencing with COYO, an organic coconut yoghurt producer)

Travel centre including a service station

Educational elements including a school camp.

YOUR BUSINESS

With 30ha of approved tourism uses and a master plan over the 140ha balance of the property, there are many opportunities for your business to be based at the Big Pineapple.  The property has excellent transport linkages, and your business can be associated with one of the strongest food and tourism brands in the country. 

To discuss leasing and investment opportunities please contact us using the contact form below.

Opening Hours

8:30am - 4pm Every Day

Enquiries and expression of interest:

The Big Pineapple has options for commercial leasing and investment.

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For all phone enquiries about the  TreeTop Challenge attraction please call 1300 881 446 . PLEASE NOTE: BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL.

For all phone enquiries about the WildlifeHQ Zoo please call 0428 660 671 .

For all phone enquiries about Diablo Oasis please call 0403 189 884   or click here .

For all Big Pineapple Music Festival related enquiries please visit the festival's website. Click here . 

Email: Use the contact form on the left of this screen to contact the project team.

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Did you know you can visit our camel farm between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast? QCamel welcomes visitors to QCamel Dairy to meet and greet our beautiful camel family for a truly unique farm gate experience. Learn how we produce the world’s only Certified Organic Camel Milk, then meet and fall in love with our camel herd.

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Strawberry Fields

Strawberry Fields is one of the most unique and exciting experiences on the Sunshine Coast .

This incredible strawberry farm in Palmview is a family-owned enterprise that invites visitors to see what it’s like in a working strawberry farm, pick their own, and shop for handmade goods.

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Strawberry Fields features a tractor playground where the kids can spend hours playing while you can unwind at the picnic tables and take in the scenic views. After picking your own strawberries, do have a taste of their delicious homemade strawberry ice cream, pancakes with fresh strawberries, and so much more. If you love the fruit, you’ll have some of the most glorious versions of them and strawberry products while here.

No doubt, this is a paradise for strawberry lovers. The on-site shop carries an impressive range of goods, including candles, lip glosses, cake, aprons, bags, sauces, and so much more. It’s also good to know that the management supports local craftsmanship, so each time you purchase something from the shop, you are helping support small local businesses.

The farm makes for an affordable day trip and is an excellent experience for all ages. It’s a wholesome weekend experience that everyone will love, plus the food is just some of the tastiest and fresh this side of the coast.

Strawberry Fields is a one-of-a-kind attraction that shouldn’t be missed.

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Eagle Farm preview and tips for Saturday

Racing returns to Eagle Farm on Saturday and I am expecting the champion local trainer Tony Gollan to have a big day.

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Kosciuszko draw: Dual winner among first horses picked

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LIQUOR (Race 5 No 1)

JOHN RAMBO (Race 3 No 3)

MY PINS (Race 2 No 2)

Quaddie numbers are:

Race 6 – 1,2,8

Race 7 – 1,3,7,8

Race 8 – 2,4

Race 9 – 2,4,6

$72 = 100 per cent of the dividend

Race 1 – 3YO Handicap (1400m)

Selections: 2, 3, 7, 4.

Saturday form is with TESSATORI (2) which hasn’t run a bad race in six outings and scored a narrow but tenacious win at Doomben last start. The handicapper hasn’t missed her but Melea Castle’s 2kg claim helps, she won’t be far away in running and the hat-trick looms.

There was support for WITHOUT DELAY (3) on debut at Ipswich and he duly delivered, albeit narrowly. This extra distance on a bigger track suits, winkers go on and with Jag Guthmann-Chester he can overcome the 4kg weight rise.

DREAM SMART (7) got the job done in good style at Scone last start. This is harder but she drops 1.5kg and from gate one with Nikita Beriman gets all the favours.

POPE CODY (4) will appreciate this bigger track, improves second up and if Jim Orman can get him to begin better will be in the finish.

Verdict – TESSATORI (2) to go on with it.

Race 2 – F&M No Metro Win Handicap (1400m)

Selections: 2, 3, 1, 11.

A 3kg claim for Emily Lang helps MY PINS (2) which was far too good for them at the Sunshine Coast last start over this trip. A lightly-raced mare due to two long injury breaks she has built a good record of five wins from 17 starts and has come back in good order. This is harder but she drops 4kg, makes her own luck and is a mare in form.

DIVINE PURPOSE (3) has had a change of stables and can be her own worst enemy at the start. This big track suits, she is well treated with 56.5kg and with Justin Stanley will be rounding them up late.

Wins don’t come often for CRAZY TRAIN (1) but she wasn’t beaten far in the Murwillumbah Cup and just missed the placings in Saturday grade at Rosehill two starts back. She has 60kg but has earnt it in better company than this and will hit the line for Andrew Mallyon.

DREAM LANTERN (11) is a promising mare that was dominant at Ipswich last start. She takes on some seasoned performers but drops 4.5kg and may have more upside than the rest.

Verdict – Many chances but MY PINS (2) will give a sight.

Race 3 – Benchmark 70 Handicap (1200m)

Selections: 3, 19, 2, 4.

The enigmatic JOHN RAMBO (3) gets to his right track and distance following a sound first-up effort at Doomben. A winner at both outings here over the trip, the inside draw helps and with Jag Guthmann-Chester he can lob along with cover and pick them off in the run home.

The old firm of David Vandyke and Ryan Maloney combine on the promising LOST HIS BEANS (19) which has had his issues but has won two of three and was too good when resuming in a moderate field at the Sunshine Coast. This is harder but he drops 3kg and will get all the favours from an inside draw.

Since a change of stables I AM ARTIE (2) is unbeaten in three outings this preparation all in dominant fashion at the Sunshine Coast. A wide gate and 61kg test but Jim Orman stays on and will know what to do.

Blinkers go back on SPIRIT QUEEN (4) which has been finding it hard but drops in class and will benefit from a positive ride.

Verdict – JOHN RAMBO (3) too strong.

Race 4 – Class 3 Plate (1800m)

Selections: 7, 13, 3, 5.

Winning hasn’t been easy for HILLCREST AVENUE (7) but he hasn’t been far away at both outings since resuming from a long break. This trip suits, he makes his own luck and with Bailey Wheeler gets his chance for a breakthrough.

JENNI MOREESE (13) has only won one race but has more upside than many of these and only just missed at the Sunshine Coast last start. Karl Zechner stays on and from the good gate will be well-placed throughout.

KOKONOTSU (3) disappointed in this class at Doomben last outing but returned with heat stress and has a much better record at this track. Now third-up, he gets to the right trip and with Emily Lang’s 3kg claim can improve.

BIG TICKET BOY (5) is fitter for three outings and wasn’t far away over this trip at the Sunshine Coast. The gate tests but a positive ride from Jake Bayliss can make a difference.

Verdict – Not a race to excite but HILCREST AVENUE (7) is due.

Race 5 – Benchmark 78 Handicap (1000m)

Selections: 1, 5, 7, 8.

Hard to pass a mare in form and LIQUOR (1) has been freshened by a recent trial. The handicapper hasn’t forgotten her but Emily Lang’s 3kg claim helps and with a great record at this trip won’t be far away in running.

Barry Lockwood has BATTLEFIELD (5) resuming after a freshen-up and showed he was ready to go with a recent trial win. In dynamic form since joining the stable winning his past three convincingly he will give them a start but be strongest late.

GODFATHER (7) showed gelding and a change of environment might be the making of him when getting the job done at Ipswich in a Class 5. He takes on sharper ones here but Andrew Mallyon stays on and can show us what he’s got.

MR GALAZI (8) has been doing everything but winning and a stronger rider in Samantha Collett will help.

Verdict – LIQUOR (1) to get it done again.

Race 6 – Class 6 Plate (1200m)

Selection: 2, 8, 1, 3.

Sydney Saturday form is with CLOUDLAND (2) which beat all but the winner when resuming at Randwick in a Benchmark 78. He drops 1kg here and with Andrew Mallyon has the gate speed to overcome the awkward draw.

TRIBECA STAR (8) has always looked a likely type and returned in good order with a convincing win in a strong Sunday Class 3 at the Sunshine Coast. This is harder but he drops 3kg and will get every chance with Jim Orman.

MANHOOD (1) has been unable to get the breakthrough but hasn’t missed a place in three outings this preparation. It is now 71 weeks between drinks but Jag Guthmann-Chester stays on and will give him every chance again.

EVOCATOR (3) gets a long way back but has an excellent first-up record and no one prepares them better first-up than Barry Lockwood. He gives a start but watch out late.

Verdict- Going with the Sydney form of CLOUDLAND (2).

Race 7 – Quality Handicap (1600m)

Selections: 1, 8, 7, 3.

The five-year-old entire VIMINELE (1) got the job done when well supported at Doomben and while up 2.5kg meets a field of similar quality and might not be done with yet.

MENAZZI (8) hit the front but couldn’t hold off Viminele at Doomben. He meets his conqueror on similar terms with Robbie Dolan replacing the apprentice Cody Collis. Wins have been hard to come by but he rarely races poorly and will give a sight again.

Ciaron Maher has brought AWASH (7) North after a solid but unspectacular effort in Sydney Saturday grade last start. He drops 2.5kg with Ryan Maloney taking the mount and while poorly drawn will be given every chance.

A tongue-tie goes back on MISSISSIPPI PRINCE (3) which is on the seven-day back-up and while bandages are some concern a positive ride by Samantha Collett helped last time when placing over this trip three outings back. From the ace draw a similar effort can see him bother these.

Verdict – Not a race I like but staying with VIMINELE (1).

Race 8 – Quality Handicap (1000m)

Selections: 4, 2, 1, 3.

Six wins from twelve starts is a very good record and HIDDEN WEALTH (4) showed he was ready to go with a dominant trial win. He loves this track, the trip suits first-up and from the ace draw with only 53.5kg he will be hard to run down.

The other Gollan runner KING KAPA (2) has been freshened after taking on some stronger company during the Winter. His recent trial was sound, he has won three times here and won’t be far away in running.

FAR TOO EASY (1) is resuming with the Kosciuszko on his agenda. His trials have been strong, the big track suits and while longer is better he has won at 900m and will be swallowing them up late.

RUBIQUITOUS (3) hasn’t won for over a year but this is his track and distance. When last here he led them up in the Listed Lightning Stakes and hung on to place. A repeat has him in the finish.

Verdict – HIDDEN WEALTH (4) weighted to win.

Race 9 – C,G&E No Metro Win Handicap (1400m)

Selection: 2, 4, 6, 7.

Tony Gollan can cap off a big day with WARBY (2) which has done everything but win this preparation and was beaten by the barest margin in this class last outing at Doomben. He will get back but the bigger track, 1400m, 0.5kg less and Ryan Maloney staying on tip the scales his way.

BULLION BOY (4) split a handy pair in Compelling Truth and John Rambo when resuming in this grade at Doomben. He improves second-up, this bigger track suits and Jim Orman can make his own luck.

KADALL (6) is another knocking on the door and was well-supported last start at Doomben when having his first outing for the Annabel Neasham and Rob Archibald stable. With Jag Guthmann-Chester he will be well-placed throughout.

STARZAM (7) isn’t one to win out of turn but this class suits and he showed a change of stables has benefited him when beating all but the winner on resuming at Murwillumbah. From a good gate with Angela Jones he can make his presence felt.

Verdict – WARBY (2) to get the result.

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Graham NcNeice, who was the face of racing channel Sky for more than two decades, has died after a short battle with illness.

QRIC has landed the biggest signing in its history with former Hong Kong chief steward Kim Kelly set to begin work for the embattled organisation to help it out of the doldrums.

The Matt Dale-trained galloper has won the past two editions of The Kosciuszko and will get his chance at Royal Randwick on Saturday.

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I live in Cornwall – these are my favourite crowd-free places to visit

After summer, tourist numbers fall – and the county is just as glorious.

If a place can be too pretty, Cornwall might just be it. With its gorse-tangled cliffs, white sand beaches, higgledy-piggledy fishing villages and harbour towns, it’s ever popular for a UK escape.

Indeed, the South West was the most in-demand place for UK getaways this summer, according to  VisitBritain ’s latest  Domestic Sentiment Tracker . 

Although, as residents will tell you, July and August rarely offer the best weather in Cornwall, and they are often disappointingly mizzly. In the peak months, the county is crammed to capacity, and most sensible Cornish folk stay home, avoiding the traffic-choked roads and leaving the overcrowded beaches to the tourists .

The sudden drop-off in autumn, once the school term starts, was always keenly anticipated when I was a kid: the beaches would go from packed to deserted in a matter of days. These days, the sands definitely stay busier for longer, but they’re still noticeably quieter come September.

Here are five of my favourite places for a crowd-free visit to Cornwall. With luck, you might be treated to some autumnal sunshine, too.

Bodmin Moor

Many people entirely overlook Cornwall’s wild rooftop. Spanning a swathe of the country’s centre, it’s a pocket of stark solitude sandwiched between two overcrowded coasts. It’s home to the county’s twin highest hills – Brown Willy ( Bronn Wennili in Cornish, meaning “hill of swallows”) and neighbouring Rough Tor (pronounced like bough, not tough).

On a clear day, you’ll get epic views over the moor and both the north and south coasts. There is much prehistory to discover, including ancient stone circles and stone age settlements. In late autumn, the moor has an added spectacle: starling murmurations. Golitha Falls makes a fine spot for a picnic and a paddle.

Where to stay

The cosy St Tudy Inn offers a refuge in the middle of the moor, and it’s now owned by Harbour Brewing, so the beer and ale choice is great. B&B doubles from £99.

Where to eat

Coombeshead Farm is set on a working 66-acre estate that raises its own pigs and grows its own produce. Chef Oscar Holgado is a slow food champion, and there’s an onsite bakery.

How to get there

The county’s main A30 road cuts right through the moor’s middle, but there’s precious little public transport, so you’ll need your own car.

Rame Peninsula

This finger of land is in the county’s far southeast, on the banks of the River Tamar. In the days of sail, this was an important strategic point, and there are several aristocratic estates located here – including Port Eliot , Mount Edgcumbe and Antony (famous for its topiary garden, as seen in Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland ). The hike to Rame Head is a beauty, too, and there are some fine beaches – not least Whitsand Bay.

Westcroft Guesthouse is a stylish, welcoming B&B in the seaside village of Kingsand. B&B doubles from £90.

It’s a trek north, but Crocadon Farm is Cornwall’s most prestigious farm-to-plate restaurant – and is Michelin starred.

There’s precious little public transport on the Rame Peninsula, so again, a car (or bikes) will come in handy. A fun way to arrive is from Plymouth via the Torpoint Ferry .

Cape Cornwall

This National Trust-owned promontory offers a wonderful viewpoint, topped by an old mining monument. It also has the distinction of being one of only two capes in Britain, where two bodies of water meet (the other is Cape Wrath in Scotland). Nearby, you can see the cliffside mines at Botallack, and take an underground tour inside Geevor to learn about the tough lives of Cornwall’s miners. For sandy strolls, Gwynver Beach stays quieter than Sennen.

Where to stay and eat

The Gurnard’s Head near Zennor offers simple, unfussy rooms with cracking coastal views. The pub is also well-known for its food. Doubles with dinner and B&B from £255.

The glorious B3306 coast road runs from St Ives to Land’s End; the turn-off to Cape Cornwall is just after Botallack. In September, the open-top Land’s End Coaster bus should still be running. If not, the regular 16/17 travels inland via Penzance.

Hartland Coast

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Hordes of summertime visitors make a beeline for Bude’s beaches – especially Summerleaze and its sea pool – but if you don’t mind hiking, there’s a wonderfully wild (and underexplored) stretch of coast which runs all the way to Hartland Point across the Devon border. Along the way, you’ll find many small coves, and the picturesque Hawker’s Hut , a ramshackle refuge built by Rev Rober Hawkers as a writer’s retreat.

Bude makes the obvious base, and The Beach at Bude is the town’s top place to stay, with boutiquey rooms and a good restaurant. B&B doubles from £180.

Sophisticated Cornish meets Asian fusion at Temple , an upscale bistro in the middle of town.

The grandly named Atlantic Highway (aka the A39) runs along the coast to Bude from Padstow and Wadebridge. There are buses, but none direct.

Prussia Cove

Notorious as a smuggler’s haunt, this rocky cove was named after the legendary “free trader” John Carter, nicknamed the King of Prussia for his apparent resemblance to the monarch. It’s an atmospheric place, pocked by sea caves and tramelled by steep granite cliffs plunging into the churning surf – best seen in stormy weather. There are beaches nearby – among them Rinsey – but you’ll need a map or local knowledge to find the more secret coves. St Michael’s Mount isn’t far, either, and autumn makes a great time to visit without crowds.

For views of the Mount, stay at The Godolphin Arms , a renovated hotel in the pretty town of Marazion. B&B doubles from £145.

Along the coast in Perranuthnoe, the Victoria Inn is one of west Cornwall’s top gastropubs.

Take the A394 between Helston and Penzance, and turn off at the Packet Inn in Rosudgeon.

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