Exciting announcement! We are thrilled to announce that the Big Pineapple will be reopening on Friday 12 June. Wildlife HQ is opening even earlier, on Friday 5 June, and we will advise on the much anticipated opening of Tree Top Challenge soon. #bigpineapple #reopening
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The official Twitter account of The Big Pineapple. The Big Pineapple is a national tourism and food icon based on Queensland's Sunshine Coast.
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The new copper stills for the brand new Cavu Distillery opening at the #bigpineapple have arrived! Find out more about the exciting renewal plans that have now been approved bit.ly/2LMFmSL #distillery #sunshinecoast
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We are thrilled to announce that the has approved the #bigpineapple renewal master plan today. bit.ly/2LMFmSL #thisissunshinecoast #tourism #bigpineapplerenewal
Little Gypsy is not so little anymore! She's now 1 year old and has started venturing away from her Mum and is even helping out with the occasional Koala Talk! Look out for her at the daily 11.30am session at the Presentation Park at #WildlifeHQ. #bigpineapple #gypsythekoala
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Wildlife HQ is home to four Quokka, including little Cinnamon. Quokka are probably one of the most adored Australian animals due to the popularity of 'Quokka Selfies' with tourists on Rottnest Island. Come and visit them at Wildlife HQ soon! #bigpineapple #quokkafun #wildlifehq
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Whether or not you want to admit it, Christmas is just around the corner. Why not get the gift buying sorted early for your adventurous family and friends with a gift voucher from Tree Top Challenge? Book via their website - bit.ly/2PUvAkw #bigpineapple #christmassorted
Meet 'Maya'! She is a Red-tailed Boa Constrictor which are non-venomous and commonly found in forests in Central and South America. Did you know that you can book a snake encounter at Wildlife HQ? Just visit their website to find out more. whqzoo.com #bigpineapple
The Tree Top Challenge here at the #BigPineapple has now been open for 6 months! If you haven't given it a try yet, now's the time! Come and check out the views and enjoy a great workout at the same time. Don't forget to book - bit.ly/BigPineapple
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Did someone say Double Chocolate Gluten Free Brownie??? Come in and get your chocolate hit at 's Flagship Café at the #BigPineapple! #whatsthestoryinyourcup #bigpineapple #Montvillecoffeeatthebigpineapple
One of the Power Puff Lilly Pilly trees at Wildlife HQ here at the #bigpineapple is covered in beautiful blossoms at the moment and these gorgeous Cotton Top Tamarins think they're just delish! #nomnom
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Stop in at 's flagship café at the #BigPineapple for a #frozensunshineiceblocks made with natural ingredients including all Australian fruit, real vanilla, Belgian Chocolate and organic coconut milk. Yum!
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Have you met Berry? Berry is the resident Cassowary at Wildlife HQ. Cassowaries play an important role of seed dispersal in tropical rainforests. Sometimes the seeds of the rainforest trees are so large that no other animal can swallow them! whqzoo.com #bigpineapple
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Hope you're not scared of heights! Climb to more than 25m above the ground and discover your inner courage. Plus check out the views! Push your limits by booking your session at TreeTop Challenge. bit.ly/2nNLgK1#bigpin
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Little Gypsy from Wildlife HQ is getting so big! Sept is National Koala Month and Wildlife HQ is raising awareness for their koalas during the school holidays. Come along on 29th Sept for their annual Save the Koala Day. Visit whqzoo.com #bigpineapple
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The school holidays are coming up! Don't forget to book in to Tree Top Challenge for a super fun day out for you and the kids. There are some height and age requirements for the challenges so head to the website to find out more. bit.ly/2Muo5AH #bigpineapple
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Who remembers when this was the Big Macadamia? It was built in 1978, not long after the Big Pineapple. Now it's the Tree Top Challenge (Big Pineapple) reception where your high flying adventure begins! #bigpineapple
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Did someone say food?! The upcoming Craft Beer & Cider Sunshine Coast on NEXT WEEK (Sat 14 Sept) isn’t just about beer. There will be over 10 food trucks serving all your fave cuisines. bit.ly/2I1Ckcd #bigpineapple #nomnom #craftbeersunshinecoast #visitsunshinecoast
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It's springtime! The gliders at Wildlife HQ have been enjoying the beautiful Wattle blossoms that are flowering on the Sunshine Coast at the moment. #bigpineapple #springtime
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The Craft Beer & Cider Sunshine Coast on Sat 14 September will be here in just a couple of weeks. Why not bring the whole family and make a day of it here at the #bigpineapple. Bookings - bit.ly/2I1Ckcd #craftbeersunshinecoast #visitsunshinecoast
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These delicious Bacon and Egg cups are baked using Forage Farm eggs. Forage Farms is a family operation located south of Gympie in the beautiful Mary Valley. Just another reason to use locally sourced and high-quality ingredients. Find them at #foragefarms
As part of the Craft Beer & Cider Sunshine Coast coming up on Sat 14 September, Hot 91 is proud to announce an exciting collaboration brew to support an amazing local charity - @YVeteransRSL. Festival tickets and more info - bit.ly/2I1Ckcd
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This year’s Craft Beer & Cider Sunshine Coast at the #bigpineapple is coming up on Sat 14 September. While you’re here, why not enjoy some live music with your brew! Come along to check out The VANNS, Flaskas, OKA and much more. bit.ly/2I1Ckcd
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During ‘The Curated Plate Culinary Festival’, Karen Barnett - Founder of - will be hosting a Coffee & Food Pairing. Visit montvillecoffee.com.au for details. #thecuratedplate #montvillecoffee #whatsthestoryinyourcup #bigpineapple
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The Wattle trees are flowering across the #SunshineCoast at the moment and several of the beautiful animals at Wildlife HQ are enjoying the blossoms as a treat. #nomnom #bigpineapple
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Your challenge - should you choose to accept it - the hanging discs at Tree Top Challenge. Would you attempt this? Make sure you book in advance before you do! #treetopchallenge #bigpineapple bit.ly/2KyZetN
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How cute is Gypsy! She is growing quickly and spending more time out of her mum's pouch under the care of our friends at Wildlife HQ located at the #bigpineapple. Come and visit her soon! #wildlifehq
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Who are your bravest and wildest friends? Tag them here and dare them to tackle the 100+ challenges and ziplines at the Tree Top Challenge located at the #bigpineapple. bit.ly/30QIxy2
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The TreeTop Challenge at the #bigpineapple has some pretty impressive stats. 100 challenges & 12 ziplines at more than 25m above the ground. Plus there are FIVE unique courses starting off easy and working up to heart-pumping extreme. Find out more - bit.ly/2KyZetN
Hey cutie! Check out one of the newest arrivals at Wildlife HQ. Come along to #WildlifeHQ at the #bigpineapple during these school holidays to see more of their gorgeous creatures.
The lineup for this year's will feature a bunch of awesome acts that'll blow you away with their incredible musical talent and diversity. Tickets here - bit.ly/2I1Ckcd #bigpineapple
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Come and help us celebrate Wildlife HQ's 5th birthday! On Sunday 7th July our friends at #WildlifeHQ are offering adult tickets at kid's prices and are planning lots of special birthday activities including face painting. Come along and enjoy the festivities. #bigpineapple
It's World Pineapple Day! Obviously, the place to be is the #BigPineapple! Come on in to Montville Coffee to enjoy coffee and breakfast from 6am weekdays. Open daily. #montvillecoffee #whatsthestoryinyourcup
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We are very excited to announce a new partnership with The Compass Institute, which will see people with disability supporting new commercial ventures at the #BigPineapple. More here - bit.ly/2KuDi2W
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Need a little bonding time? Why not bring your team to the Tree Top Challenge at the Big Pineapple for a day of getting to know each other and building relationships. Book your team day here - bit.ly/2Muo5AH #bigpineapple
The renewal of the Sunshine Coast’s iconic #bigpineapple into a foodie destination is well on its way with serving their delicious menu in the café. Now open daily. #montvillecoffee #whatsthestoryinyourcup bit.ly/2WbVsN5
Yum yum! The team at Wildlife HQ love to treat their little friends. Recently, one of the smallest creatures at the zoo, Clover the Long Nosed Potoroo, enjoyed playing with palm parcels filled with delicious peanut butter. #nomnom #bigpineapple
Commit to doing something that scares you a little! If you're anything like us, the dizzying heights of the Tree Top Challenge here at #bigpineapple will have you leaping into the unknown. More info on the TreeTop Challenge website - ow.ly/iPGr50ukucU
As well as a menu made of dishes of locally sourced, high quality seasonal ingredients, the café sells a complete selection of its coffee blends roasted fresh in Montville. montvillecoffee.com.au #montvillecoffee #whatsthestoryinyourcup #bigpineapple
We loved welcoming The Great Day Out to the #bigpineapple recently. Check out all the fun they had during their visit including meeting the animals at Wildlife HQ, flying through the trees at TreeTop Challenge and a delicious coffee at . bit.ly/2QKuNB2
Have you ever dreamed of getting up close with a Red Panda? Our friends at Wildlife HQ recently announced that their Red Pandas are now available for encounters! Pre-book by emailing info@whqzoo.com #bigpineapple
