The flag is flying at half mast for the victims of the floods in Queensland out front of the Coolum Surf Club next to the lifesavers lookout tower. The rain has at last abated.
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January 14 2011
‘Welcome to Coolum Beach’ sign informing any would be swimmers what each different colour flag means. The lifesavers are there every day looking out for anyone in need of rescuing. The surf can be a daunting dangerous place if you … Continue reading
January 13 2011
The rain has stopped, for now. Storm clouds still loom and there is still the occassional shower of rain throughout the day. However, swimmers have flocked to the beach to enjoy the sun and the surf.
January 12 2011
Dusk falls over Coolum. At the end of another rainy day not many people are venturing outdoors still. All is quiet.
January 11 2011
The sun attempts to make a brief appearance amid the chaos of the terrible floods sweeping accross the east coast of Australia. There is only more grey skies today.
January 10 2011
Take time out for a coffee at the cool new Coolum Beach cafe precint. Luckily its under cover as it’s still raining…
January 9 2011
A glimpse of sunshine in between storms. There is a high tide and rough seas. Photo taken from the ‘Cool Art Gallery’.
January 8 2010
Coolum kid cruises past the cafe precint on his skateboard. Kids in Coolum have the freedom to play and wander safely.
January 7 2011
Rain, Rain, Rain. Queensland is currently gripped by catastrophic floods. Even though the weather in Queensland is wet, the locals just carry on. It’s holiday time here and there is much to do, no-one ever got too wet surfing in … Continue reading
January 6 2011
Even the surfboard gets a shower. Wash the sand off and go home clean as a whistle.
January 5 2011
This looks like fun! Sea kyaks glide effortlessly through the rough water.
January 4 2011
Stormy weather that hit the region today has made Coolum Beach unsafe for inexperienced swimmers.