Nurture Festival 24 Visual Story

Arrival at Nurture Festival

Nurture Festival is a pop-up event situated on a grassed area between Lake Kawana and Sportsman's Parade and directly across the road from Sunshine Stadium. Event temporary fencing with Nurture Festival branded screening surrounds the event space.

An accessible drop-off point is situated adjacent to the entry gates and the zebra crossing zone. Arrival at the event is a busy area with vehicles, pedestrians, and loud sounds. Parking is available in the local vicinity but can be difficult to access.

A festival entrance with a blue banner reading "Nurture Festival" is centred. On the left, a black tent with a "Cérge" flag and colourful banners featuring clouds and lightning. On the right, a vibrant fence with cartoon kangaroos and musical notes. Tall trees stand on both sides. The ground is paved with a mix of concrete and grass. In the background, a body of water and a dark building are visible.

Festival entrance with a blue "Nurture Festival" banner in the centre. On the left, a black tent with a "Cérge" flag and colourful banners featuring clouds and lightning. On the right, a white van parked beside a vibrant fence with cartoon kangaroos and musical notes. Tall trees stand on both sides. The ground is a mix of concrete and grass, with a zebra crossing in the foreground. In the background, a body of water and a dark building are visible.

On the left, a white van is parked beside a large white tent. Several tall pine trees are visible behind the van. On the right, a black car is parked on a wide road lined with street lamps and green flags. The foreground features a light-coloured concrete pavement, while the background includes more parked vehicles and a distant view of trees and buildings.

On the left, a row of parked cars lines a wide road, bordered by tall street lamps and trees. On the right, colourful festival tents and a decorative fence with vibrant graphics are visible. The foreground features a light concrete pavement, while the background includes tall pine trees and more parked vehicles.

Sounds

Music
Vehicle & traffic sounds
Excited people
Birds chirping
External weather conditions

Smells

Fresh air
External weather conditions
Cooking foods
Sunscreen
Vehicle exhaust fumes

Feel

Close proximity to others
Crowd anxiety
Anticiption
Uncertainty
External weather conditions

Sight

Moving vehicles
Crowds of people
External weather conditions
Contrasting colours
Sunlight

Entry at Nurture Festival

Situated at the Northern end of the Festival Area, adjacent to the pedestrian crossing and directly opposite the Sunshine Coast stadium is the entry point into the Nurture Festival. Moving in through the entrance to the left are the event staff, available to provide information and directions.

To the right is the Drone Tent, directly ahead is the Quiet Zone and to the left are paths to the Community Groups and through to the food and beverage and entertainment zones. Floor surfaces are a mixture of bitumen pathways and grassed areas. Directly ahead is Lake Kawana.

On the left, a black tent with a cloud and lightning decoration, and a pink kangaroo playing a guitar. On the right, a similar kangaroo and musical notes adorn the entrance. In the middle, a blue "Nurture Festival" banner hangs above a pathway leading to a building by the water. The foreground features a concrete path with grass on either side.

On the left, a row of black tents with tables underneath, displaying various items and plants. People are gathered around, engaging with the displays. On the right, a grassy area with more tents and a stone wall running parallel to the path. In the middle, a concrete walkway leads to a modern building by the water. The foreground features the path and grass, while the background includes the building and water.

On the left, a covered area with a red kangaroo cutout playing a guitar is visible near a waterway. In the middle, a large festival map and schedule are displayed on a stand, detailing various events and locations. On the right, a sign for "Drone Racing" stands next to a grassy area with a large plant and a white tent. The foreground consists of a concrete path, while the background includes a modern building and more greenery.

On the left, a modern building with a slanted roof is partially visible. In the middle, a tall, grey structure with a corrugated metal facade displays several black-and-white posters. The background features a calm body of water with buildings on the opposite shore. On the right, a large tree with spiky leaves stands next to a yellow "Drone Racing" sign. The foreground consists of a concrete path with a textured strip in the centre.

Sounds

Music
People talking
Directional instructions
Electronic buzzing
Trees rustling

Smells

Cooking food aroma
Sunscreen
Earthy aroma
External weather conditions
Pine or woodsy scents

Feel

Close proximity to others
Excitement & anticipation
Crowd anxiety
Queueing
External weather conditions

Sight

Crowds of people
Queueing people
Moving vehicles
External weather conditions
Bright contrasting colours

Community Groups at Nurture Festival

After entering through the main entrance, to the left and directly ahead on the left of the pathway are a range of tents. These tents have a range of Community Groups showcasing their services and products. Each stall includes people talking about their group and offering advice and information.

Further along on the grassed area, past the food and beverage area are more Community Groups. A range of fun activities are also on offer from these participants including face painting and arts & crafts.

On the left, a purple tent with "Rotary Club of Mooloolaba" branding, featuring tables and people interacting. In the middle, a row of various coloured tents extends into the distance, with banners and displays. On the right, a grassy open area with a few people walking and more tents visible further back. The background is lined with tall pine trees.

On the left, a grassy area with tall pine trees and several tents, including a green bin nearby. In the middle, blue tents with tables underneath, displaying signs and materials. On the right, a paved path runs alongside a body of water, with a bench and more trees. The background includes buildings across the water. The floor is grass and concrete.

On the left, a row of colourful tents with banners and flags, set up on a grassy area with tall pine trees. In the middle, people walk along the open grass, leading towards more tents and a distant tree line. On the right, additional blue tents are positioned near a waterway, with a boat visible in the background. The foreground is a grassy field, and there is no ceiling.

On the left, blue tents with "IFYS" branding and a colourful flag, set up on grass with tables underneath. In the middle, a row of tents in various colours extends into the distance, with people walking nearby. On the right, a white van is parked on the grass, and more tents are visible, along with a large inflatable archway. The background features tall trees and a light pole.

Sounds

People talking
Rustling of tent in breeze
Music (distant)
Singing & laughter (distant)
Trees rustling

Smells

Fresh air
Food aromas (distant)
Coffee aromas (distant)
Lake/mulch
Grass

Feel

Close proximity to others
Interest & intrigue
Touching products
Queueing
External weather conditions

Sight

Colourful displays
Tents
People mingling
Products on display
Marketing materials

Food & Beverage at Nurture Festival

A dedicated area of food vans and pop-up marquees are situated on a flat firm grassed area at Nurture Festival. The food vans are positioned in a long linear configuration and parallel to a long set of tables with umbrellas for visitors to sit and eat.

The food trucks include Italian and Mexican as well as wood fired pizzas, fairy floss and snow cones. Adjacent to the food trucks is the Buskers Corner. Further along on the left are the portable toilets. The Get It!! Stage and inflatable activities can be seen further in the distance.

On the left, a red food trailer with "Capo Piadina" branding, featuring a serving window and a person inside. In the middle, a menu board stands on the grass. On the right, a white van with "Bean Craving Coffee" branding has its side door open, with a person partially visible. The background includes tall pine trees and a stadium structure.

On the left, a food truck with "Mexican Tucka" branding, featuring a serving window and a person inside. In the middle, a black tent with "Woodfired Pizza" signage, with people standing nearby. On the right, a row of colourful tents and a blue portable toilet, with people walking on the grass. The background includes tall trees and a light pole.

On the left, several wooden picnic tables with benches and umbrellas are arranged on a grassy area, next to green waste bins. In the middle, more tables extend into the distance, with a mesh fence separating the area from a waterway. On the right, a colourful van and several food trucks are parked, with tall pine trees and a streetlamp in the background.

Sounds

Music
People talking & shouting
Directional instructions
Cooking foods
External weather conditions

Smells

Multiple cooking foods
Coffee aroma
Earthy aroma
Sunscreen
External weather conditions

Feel

Close proximity to others
Hot & cold
Crowd anxiety
Anticipation
External weather conditions

Sight

Crowds of people
Steam & smoke
People eating
People queuing
External weather conditions

Bathrooms at Nurture Festival

A set of event or temporary bathrooms are located at Nurture Festival including one accessible bathroom, and a range of regular toilets. The bathrooms are accessed via firm grassed ground past the food and beverage zone and the tents housing the community groups and adjacent to the activities and entertainment.

On the left, a row of blue and black portable toilets with "Flexihire" branding, positioned on a grassy area near a metal fence and trees. On the right, a series of colourful tents with people gathered underneath, a green waste bin, and a blue inflatable archway. A blue van is parked nearby, with tall pine trees and streetlamps in the background.

On the left, a row of blue and black portable toilets with "Flexihire" branding. On the right, another row of similar portable toilets. In the middle, a single blue portable toilet is positioned at the end of the rows. The background includes a blue tent and trees. The floor is grassy with patches of dirt.

Inside a portable toilet, the left side features a blue wall with two toilet paper holders. In the middle, a grey toilet with an open lid is positioned against the blue back wall, which has a vertical white vent pipe. On the right, a grey door with a metal handle is partially open. The floor is textured grey plastic, and the ceiling is not visible.

On the left, several green waste bins and wooden picnic tables with umbrellas are set on a grassy area. In the middle, a grey portable toilet with "serious" branding stands prominently. On the right, a blue "Flexihire" portable toilet is positioned next to a metal fence with a sign. The background includes a tent and trees. The floor is grass.

Sounds

Bathroom sounds
People talking
Music playing
Splashing water
External weather conditions

Smells

Bathroom odours (maybe noticeable)
Cooking foods
Sunscreen
Perfumes & fragrances (close proximity)
External weather conditions

Feel

Body/bowel movements
Splashing water/wet
Queueing
Crowd anxiety
Close proximity to others

Sight

People queueing
Temporary urinals
Splashing water
Crowds of people
External weather conditions

Speakers Corner at Nurture Festival

Access to the Speakers Corner from the entrance is via a pathway around to the left and alongside the lake. Over a small bump leads into a large, open space. To the left is a sloped, grassed area for visitors to sit and enjoy listening to the speakers.

There are also flat areas adjacent to the stage available for those in wheelchairs. The lake serves as a beautiful backdrop to the speakers and their engaging conversations.

On the left, a row of colourful market tents is set up on a grassy slope, with a wooden fence running alongside. On the right, a large tree with spiky leaves stands next to a metal railing, overlooking a body of water. In the middle, a concrete path leads towards the tents, flanked by bushes and tall grasses. The background includes distant buildings and more trees.

On the left, a grassy slope with beige mesh fencing and colourful market tents in the distance. On the right, a black stage setup with speakers, positioned near a body of water. In the foreground, a concrete path runs between green bushes with red flowers. The background includes trees and tall stadium lights.

On the left, a grassy slope with beige mesh fencing and colourful market tents in the distance. On the right, a tree with green leaves stands next to a concrete path leading towards a body of water. In the foreground, the path is bordered by grass, and a black stage setup with speakers is partially visible. The background includes tall stadium lights and trees. The floor is grass and concrete, and there is no ceiling.

Sounds

Loud music
Amplified voices
People talking
Directional instructions
Clapping

Smells

Lake water smell
Cooking food aroma
Sunscreen
Grass
External weather conditions

Feel

Close proximity to others
Body movement
Excitement
Crowd anxiety
External weather conditions

Sight

Crowds of people
Elevated platforms
People dancing/moving
External weather conditions
Lake view

Entertainment & Activities

Directly to the right after entering through the main entrance is a large white marquee which has been built to contain a drone course. People can be seen controlling drones as they buzz around the marquee.

Further around to the left, past the food and beverage zone are a range of activities. These include an inflatable jumping castle as well as a fun, obstacle course.

On the left, a large blue and green inflatable obstacle course is enclosed by orange safety barriers. In the middle, a grey canopy tent provides shade over a small area with a sign. On the right, several black tents with people seated underneath are arranged in a row. The background features tall pine trees. The floor is grassy.

On the left, several yellow flags with text are positioned near a small tree by the water. In the middle, a large inflatable archway with "Juiced Up" written on it stands over a grassy area. On the right, a row of colourful market tents with people walking nearby. The foreground is a grassy field with scattered orange cones and poles.

On the left, a large blue and green inflatable obstacle course is surrounded by orange safety barriers. In the middle, a grey canopy tent is set up on the grass, with people walking nearby. On the right, a colourful inflatable archway with "Juiced Up" written on it stands next to several tall flags. The background includes tall pine trees and a body of water. The floor is grassy.

On the left, a yellow sign with "Nurture Festival Drone Racing" stands on a grassy area. In the middle, several tents in blue, brown, and grey provide shade for people gathered underneath. On the right, a tall tree is near a white fence with stadium lights visible in the background.

Sounds

Electronic buzzing & whirring
Excited children
Clapping
External weather conditions
Music playing

Smells

Body odours (close proximity)
Grass
Pine trees
Sunscreen
External weather conditions

Feel

Close proximity to others
Elevated heart rate (running & bouncing)
External weather conditions
Queueing
Warm sunlight

Sight

Fast moving flying drones
Shaded space
Crowds of people
Children playing & jumping
External weather conditions

Get It!! Stage

Following the grassed area from the left of the entrance, moving past the food and beverage areas and through the activities zone leads towards the Get It!! Stage. There are two black canopy tents with musical equipment underneath for a performance or presentation.

In front of the tents, several folding chairs are arranged on a red blanket, facing the stage area. It is recommended that visitors bring their own chairs and rugs to sit and enjoy the entertainment.

On the left, a person is crouched near audio equipment under a black canopy tent. In the middle, a drum set and keyboard are set up on a grassy area with microphones and speakers. On the right, a man is adjusting equipment near a speaker, with a lake and modern buildings in the background. The floor is grass, and the tent serves as the ceiling. Tall pine trees are scattered throughout the scene.

On the left, two people stand near a colourful schedule board under a black canopy tent. In the middle, a man adjusts audio equipment next to a large speaker. On the right, a blue drum set is positioned on a mat under another black tent. The background features tall pine trees and a grassy field. The floor is grass, and the tents serve as the ceiling.

On the left, people sit in folding chairs facing a stage area under two black canopy tents. In the middle, musical equipment, including a drum set and speakers, is set up on the grass. On the right, a white flag stands near a body of water, with tall pine trees in the background. The floor is grassy, and the tents serve as the ceiling.

On the left, people sit in folding chairs facing a stage under two black canopy tents. In the middle, musical equipment, including a drum set and speakers, is set up on the grass. On the right, two tall flags with colourful text stand near a body of water, with tall pine trees in the background. The floor is grassy, and the tents serve as the ceiling.

Sounds

People talking
Birds chirping
Chatter
Music playing
External weather conditions

Smells

Grass
Pine trees
Food aromas (distant)
Fresh air
External weather conditions

Feel

External weather conditions
Soft grass
Humidity (seasonal)
Focused
Warm sunlight

Sight

People singing & talking
People clapping & cheering
Lake view
Contrasting colours
External weather conditions

Mooloolaba Deck (Quiet Space)

The Mooloolaba Deck serves as a Quiet Space for visitors to sit in a cool and quiet environment overlooking Lake Kawana. There are chairs available for sitting and a rug covers the hard, timber floor surface. To access the Quiet Space, move directly ahead from the entrance along the path and either take the stairs directly ahead or move to the left and take the pathway.

Megan's Gill Art Display is visible on the outside of this building and access to the Quiet Space is via the doorway to the left.

On the left, a concrete path leads to a building with a series of black-and-white portraits displayed on its wall. In the middle, the building stands by a body of water, with a railing leading down to the waterfront. On the right, a tree with thick branches and green foliage is visible, along with a stone wall. The background includes modern buildings across the water. The floor is paved, and there is no ceiling.

On the left, a concrete path leads to a building with black-and-white portraits displayed on its wall. In the middle, the building stands by a body of water, with a railing leading down to the waterfront. On the right, a potted plant sits next to a cartoon figure holding a sign with the word "SMILE". The background includes modern buildings and tall trees across the water.

On the left, a metal railing runs along the edge of a wooden deck overlooking a body of water. In the middle, the view extends to the water with floating buoys and distant buildings surrounded by greenery. On the right, a potted plant sits next to a corrugated metal wall with a reflective panel. The floor is wooden decking, and the ceiling is a flat, white surface with a light fixture.

On the left, wooden chairs with black cushions face a wooden table on a deck overlooking water. In the middle, a woven rug lies on the deck, with a bench against a metal mesh wall. On the right, potted plants with green leaves are placed near the wall. The background features a shoreline with trees and buildings. The floor is wooden decking, and the ceiling is a flat overhang.

Sounds

Music (distant)
Water splashing
Birds chirping (distant)
Quiet conversation
Announcement (distant)

Smells

Fresh air
Lake
Food aromas (distant)
Coffee aromas (distant)
Air conditioning

Feel

Quiet & peaceful
Serene
Calm environment
Relaxed
Soft breeze

Sight

Artwork on wall
Lake Kawana
Water
Chairs & rugs
People sitting quietly

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