Deep in the Noosa Hinterland, far from the chatter of the city, the gumtrees and stars once bore witness to a sonic revolution – the Duelling Banjos. The fully-playable instruments come from the musical mind of Steve Weis, and served for years as the gateway to his harmonious homestead and the many wonders within. But now the banjos duel no longer. Steve forged a reputation … Continue reading Duelling Banjos, Kin Kin, Qld
People are always complimenting me on my childlike exuberance (or, as they usually put it, my emotional immaturity), so when I found out there was a six-metre-tall statue of a playful kiddie on the Sunshine Coast, I grabbed Bigella and trundled over there. After having my sippy cup and an afternoon nap, of course! iDIDIT! was created by babyfaced artist Russel Anderson in 2017, and … Continue reading iDIDIT!, Birtinya, QLD
Tidying up the backyard can be as exciting as watching grass grow – unless you have the world’s largest mower! Yes, the lawn and the short of it is that Beerwah’s Big Mower is a grass-terclass in roadside architecture and a true celebration of Aussie culture. Not much information exists regarding The Big Mower – just a few clippings here and there – but we … Continue reading The Big Mower, Beerwah, QLD
Nobody wants ants to turn up during a meal, but you’ll love sharing your food with this irrepressible insect! The Black Ant was brought to life by legendary local artist Steve Weis and can be found, appropriately enough, outside the Black Ant Gourmet Cafe in the verdant Sunshine Coast Hinterland With his homespun charm and quirky, indigenous-inspired paintjob, The Black Ant is right at home … Continue reading The Black Ant, Kin Kin, QLD
Trigger warning: the following article contains information and photos of a deceased Big Thing, that you may find distressing. But it also contains a super cute photo of a very young Bigs Bardot wearing a gorgeous pink hat, so it all balances out. Gympie was, for a time, the most desirable tourist destination on the planet. Hollywood stars and tech billionaires bypassed Bora Bora as … Continue reading The Big Pineapple, Gympie, QLD
Big Girls don’t cry, but I’m man enough to admit I was reduced to a blubbering mess after an encounter with this fifteen-foot female. Not even a few jars of homemade chutney and pair of happy pants from the nearby Eumundi Markets could settle me down. Officially known as For You, she’s the work of local artist Meg Geer, who installed the Big Girl in … Continue reading The Big Girl, Eumundi, QLD
Tilly bounced her way into our hearts during the 1982 Commonwealth Games, taking centre stage at the opening ceremony in front of 50,000 enamoured fans. The cute kangaroo flirted with the crowd, winking her long lashes and swivelling her perfectly-proportioned head as a forklift flittered her around the track. The world drew breath as one when the voluptuous Matilda lingered in front of the Duke … Continue reading Matilda the Kangaroo, Traveston, QLD
This three-metre-tall beauty recently shell-ebrated its 60th birthday and is still a must-sea attraction! The Big Shell is well-hidden in a quiet, leafy residential street. Continue reading The Big Shell, Tewantin, QLD
make a splash landing in the seaside resort town of Noosaville, home of the Big Pelican! Continue reading Pelican Pete, Noosaville, QLD
With his striking looks and worldwide fame, the Big Pineapple is a rock star of the Big Thing universe. But like most pop culture icons he’s seen the highest of highs and the lowest of lows, been hammered by scandals, fought public battles and rolled, sneering and strutting, back out into the spotlight. This is the story of the legendary Woombye Pineapple. The towering treat … Continue reading The Big Pineapple, Woombye, QLD
