Maleny Local Knowledge

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Must do/see

Art & Wood Valley View Gallery and Cafe

World Renown Wood Artisan Randy DeGraw - opportunity to view exceptional designs & order Fine Furniture in rich timbers, using time honoured skills. Regional Artisans showcase Jewell Boxes, Wood Bowls, Glass, Leadlight, Silks, Bead Jewellery, Angels, Tableware. Sit, relax, devonshire teas, spectacular valley views - A photo Opportunity with friends and family.
075494 4222

Australia Zoo

Situated only 20 minutes away from Maleny Tropical Retreat, this is a must see and do activity while visiting the Blackall Range area. There is no other zoo quite like Australia Zoo! They pack in stacks of wildlife action every day and there are always plenty of exciting wildlife shows to see throughout.
map of Crystal Waters

Crystal Waters Eco Village

Crystal Waters Eco Village was presented with a World Habitat Award by the United Nations. This intentional community of 240 people share 640 acres. It has more wildlife than most national parks. The community welcomes you all year round to their Cafe, Organic Farm shop. Saturday morning market and Night time Events. Please contact for invitation into the village area.
07 54944650

Festival of Colour

The fabulous Lion's Festival of Colour is held in the month of September. It is an annual celebration of spectacular hinterland gardens in ful bloom. Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the bustling country township of Maleny in colour.
54 942 055

WITTA MALENY

Top of the Range, travelling on the Maleny-Kenilworth -Eumundi Tourist Route, travel through Witta with spectacular valley morning mists, majestic sunsets across the ranges. B&B's & Farmstays, Art Galleries, Restaurants, Cafes, 40 minutes surf beaches, 90 minutes to airport.
075494 4222
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Eating out

Crazy Shopper

A Tuckerimba @ Crystal Waters

Come and relax in the heart of our hinterland at Crsytal Waters Cafe. Eat some great Organic food. Buy some art and Craft from the community shop.

Colin James Fine Foods

Award winning ice creams, local cheeses and delacies to tempt your tastebuds.
54942860

Colin James Fine Foods

Colin James has the only Fromagerie in Queensland, with a fantastic selection of cheeses. The most delicious award winning ice creams as well!. Gourmet food section particularly good, stocking local products like the Gourmet Afrika range, which is famous for their sauces, curry mixes and marinades. Great place for lunch!
5494-2860

Gypsy's Restaurant

Beautiful food, individual taste sensations with every meal, beautiful ambience and decor, rainforest setting
0754352813
Only the Best

King Ludwigs German Restaurant

Fabulous food, wonderful selection of International Beers, Warm & friendly atmosphere with attention to all detail.
(07) 5499 9377
Sheer Indulgence

Lyle's of Montville

Excellent gormet food & wine. Wonderful service, from graceous hosts & talented chef.
07 5442 9407

Maudy's Restaurant

The best steaks on the Range, or a tasty snack while you enjoy a view looking out over the Conondale Valley. Maudy's at the top of Witta is the spot. Maudy's is a restaurant designed for the casual meeting of friends, coffee or drinks.
07 54 944411

The Terrace Seafood Restaurant

The Terrace is an award winning restaurant with a spectacular view over the valleys with the ocean as a backdrop. The food is innovative, attractively presented and of the freshest available. The service is always friendly, and the atmosphere welcoming. Highly recommended - our favourite restaurant.
5494-3700
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Entertainment

Saturday Market

Crystal Waters Market

Every Saturday Morning We have a small social village market where people from the village and surrounding area come to trade and socialise. Most 1st Saturdays of the month a larger event will take place with live music.
Good food, bar and a quality movie!

Maleny Film Society

Maleny Film Society screens quality movies in the Maleny Community Hall, Maple Street Maleny every second Saturday night. Visitors welcome. Doors open at 6.00 pm for dinner, bar and refreshements. Movie is screened at 7.15 pm. Information on upcoming films available on the noticeboard outside the Maleny Community Centre.
07 54999 089
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What to do

Gardeners Falls

Peaceful, tranquil, magic oasis. Go down the country lane from the main road to Maleny, and find a haven. Clear bubbling stream amongst shady trees. Great for a picnic, or a long relaxing walk. Highly recommended

Maleny Markets

Maleny Markets are held every Sunday from 9 - 2 and the new Obi Centre Markets operate from Wednesday through to Sunday. Many of Maleny's Art and Craft shops compliment the markets to offer you a wonderful shopping experience

Outdoor Latitude

Abseiling, Rock Climbing, Bushwalking, Rafting and other outdoor pursuits around the Mapleton State Forest and the beautiful Glasshouse Mountains
07 54 352858
Scott with the Slidedidge

Play the Slide Didge instrument

Scott Dunbar the creator of the Slide Didge Australia's most contempory musical instrument. He gives lessons to small and large groups in Crystal Waters Eco Village. Visit his website for one of the best experiences the internet has to offer.
0754944650

Reflections on Lake Baroon

Lake Baroon nestled between Maleny and Montville offers canoeing, catamarans, sailboards, paddle skis, mini 12m yachts & fishing boats. Devonshire teas, light lunches, bbq's and nature trails
54 999 333
Wattle Gully Trail Ride

Wattle Gully Trail Rides

Enjoy a bush trail ride or a summer picnic ride with lunch and a swim in a mountain rock pool. Sunset rides and early morning winter treks. For children we have pony rides, and a junior saddle club for older children.
07 54 944426
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What to see

Australia Zoo

Home of the Crocodile Hunter, located in Glasshouse Mountains Tourist Route. Live crocodile shows, and wildlife reserve for a day of fun and action. Only 20 minutes drive from Maleny.
07 54 362000

Kenilworth Bluff Winery

Nestled in a hidden valley under the Kenilworth Bluff this vineyard is the oldest on the Sunshine Coast. The Cellar Door is open Saturday and Sundays and most public holidays from 10 a.m.to 4 p.m. Buses and groups are welcome at any time by appointment.
54 72 37 23

Mary Cairncross Park

Mary Cairncross Reserve is 130 acres of rainforest giving shelter to many species of the Hinterland's native wildlife. There are picnic tables, BBQ's, playground, kiosk and Park Ranger. There is also a fabulous education centre and walking tracks. Wheelchairs and prams suitable tracks. Mary Cairncross Park has views over the famous Glasshouse Mountains.
07 54 999907

Tree Frog Gallery

Tree Frog is the largest gallery in the Hinterland. It displays a collection of interstate and local artists. Source out a piece for your garden, adorn yourself with jewellry or seek out a beautiful painting or sculpture for your home.
54 352 303

Witta - Obi Valley

The township of Witta was established over 100 years ago. Originally an area of lush rainforest and dairy farming it is fast becoming a quaint destination for visitors. The spectacular views at Witta overlooking the Conondale Valley can leave you feeling like you are on top of the world. Viewing the clouds down in the valley early in the mornings can be breathtaking. These views can be enjoyed from Maudy's Restaurant as you partake of a sumptous country breakfast. The Obi Valley Lookout on Schulz Road is a wonderful spot for lunch complete with picnic tables and views forever over the Obi Valley.
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Local history

Glasshouse Mountains

The Glasshouse Mountains are a series of 13 breathtaking volcanic peaks which were formed millions of years ago. Remnant cores formed by molten rock forced out of vents within the earth. As these lava flows cooled they solidified into the conal shapes we see today. There are a number of walking and climbing tracks all part of the Glasshouse Mountains National Parks.
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Retail

Organic Farm Shop

Producers of organic dairy products, eggs, poultry, beef & honey and distributors of organic & biodynamic wholefoods, grocery items & stock feed. Shop with us for a unique experience and let your whole family benefit
07 54944690
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Services

massage

Waterbreath Retreat

Natural Health Retreat for all your Natural Therapy needs
07 54944650
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Children's activities

Maleny Dairies

Take a farm tour of Maleny Dairies and see how their fresh Maleny milk is produced. Maleny Dairies is a family owned dairy producing milk from the grass to the bottle. Tours operate Wednesday and Saturays. Experience true Maleny country living.
54 942 392