Mooloolaba Suburb Profile 

One of Sunshine Coast’s most talked-about beachside towns, living in Mooloolaba is an outdoor lover’s paradise, ideal for easy-going days filled with water-based adventures. From crashing swells and swimming beaches to meandering waterways, there is no denying Mooloolaba’s water wonderland status. The laid-back village center in and around Mooloolaba Esplanade offers plenty of restaurants, bars, cafes, and eateries to keep the hordes at bay. From ocean-fresh seafood to multicultural cuisine, the local foodie scene is thriving. Enticing with their waterfront views, many establishments in the village and down along The Wharf and Mooloolaba Marina swing open their doors during the day and keep things lively well into the night. And being the destination that it is, living in Mooloolaba comes with a jam-packed events calendar, from ironman competitions to movies on the beach to street festivals. Mooloolaba’s beautiful coastline, vibrant town, and unbeatable facilities – including Sea Life’s magical underwater world – are all within easy walking distance of the beachfront resorts and holiday rentals. And although there is a distinct holiday feel to Mooloolaba, you need only meander around the canals of the Mooloolah River to see how the locals live, enjoying stunning waterfront properties complete with lush tropical gardens and private wharves – a life that is filled with pleasure and ease.

Area Features

Beaches

Sun-kissed with gentle swells, Mooloolaba Beach ranks highly on the Sunshine Coast. Considered one of the safest beaches in the region, Mooloolaba Beach is the place to learn to surf, catch a wave and chill-out on the golden sand beneath oversized beach umbrellas.

Foodie Hotspot

Surrounded by water and home to Sunshine Coast’s largest seafood wholesaler and retailer, Mooloolaba pulls rank when it comes to dining out on seafood. But that’s not all this hotspot does well – Italian, Mediterranean, Asian, Southern barbeque and organic health food bars – it’s all available in the streets of Mooloolaba.

Sailing Culture

From the bustling marina to private wharves, Mooloolaba has caught the sailing bug in a big way. Cruises and fishing charters are in abundance or take your own vessel out into the Pacific Ocean. For a calmer experience, drift along the calm waters of Mooloolah River and marvel at the million-dollar homes that line its shores.