Go for special AND sustainable this Mothers' Day
Whether you're spoiling mum from near or far, want to spend big or keep it simple, our handy local guide has you covered with sustainable gifts and experiences she'll love this Mothers' Day.
Mothers' Day is on Sunday 11 May 2025 and if you're looking for something a little different to treat mum this year, check out our handy mothers' day guide.
Thoughtful gifts
- Get crafty, create your own masterpiece using a plain white mug and ceramic paint pens. Get the kids involved and make her a set she'll treasure. Grab a set for inspiration or re-purpose a unique piece that you find in a charity shop.
- Most of us have jewellery we've been gifted over time that we don't or can't wear or that has broken. Keep the memories alive by re-purposing it into a new piece she'll love at your local jeweller.\
- Provide her with an IOU book of tasks, favours or experiences that she can call on when she needs a hand or some company.
- If she loves flowers, combine them into your card. Create paper pulp with a few simple ingredients, sprinkle on some seeds and let it dry. She can plant the card in the garden when she's done and voila, it'll be the gift that keeps giving.
- Does mum has an old photo she loves but could do with some TLC? Scan it and retouch in a digital editing program like Canva, then find, make or upcycle a frame to show it off. You can digitise your old photos, slides, videos and tech at Council's library preservation stations.
- Snap! Would she love a family photoshoot? You can, but you don't need to call in the professionals. Most people with a decent phone are already half way there.
Choose a colour theme, pass that info onto her nearest and dearest, find a location, then choose early morning or dusk. A couple of props and you're away. Set up a tripod and keep going to you snap one she'll love. Frame it and she'll be over the moon. Check out these top tips for grabbing the perfect family portrait. - Grab a plant or bouquet from one of the region's local growers. We covered them in our Valentine's Day article Check it out for local blooms that'll last. https://www.livingsmartqld.com.au/resources/get-fresh-this-valentine-s-day
Experiences to make memories
Keep it simple
Channel your inner chef and cook for her. Choose her favourite recipe and source all the ingredients from local growers. Better still take mum along to one fo the farmer's markets or local producers, then whip up your own producer to plate experience.
Slow and peaceful
Start off at the Glass House Mountains lookout before heading to Bankfoot House Heritage Precinct. Free to enter and open 10am-2pm, the precict offers an experience for all. Take a tour of the old house set in beautiful grounds with stunning views of Mount Tibrogargan. Pack a picnic and maybe enjoy one of the big wooden games available.
A little more active
If you'd prefer a bit of activity or have mixed ages, enjoy a scenic walk around Maroochy bushland Botanic Gardens. It's the perfect place for little ones to let off steam. Take the picnic hamper, blanket, even a game to play and you'll have a day everyone will enjoy.
Adventurer
If mum fancies something more adventurous, visit adventure.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au and choose your next adventure. Find walking, paddling and cycling adventures for all skill levels, right across the region. Head off in the morning then find a spot for lunch.
A culture hit
- Horizon 2025 is a 10 days arts festival held across the Sunshine Coast. The final day of the festival falls on Mother's Day and with almost 20 free or ticketed events on that day, it'll be easy to find something mum will enjoy.
- Take in the local Contemporary Art Prize exhibition at Caloundra Regional Gallery. It's free to enter and an all accessible space. Treat mum to one of the gorgeous local artesan wares sold in the gallery store before dining at one of the many local eateries
Do it for a cause
So many mums are battling breast or ovarian cancer and many more have lost their fight. Honour all the brave women and cheer on those who have survived by taking part in the Sunshine Coast Mother's Day Classic. The 5km run or walk in Buddina raises funds for the national breast and ovarian cancer foundation. Register
A bit more research
- Visit Sunshine Coast has you covered for food and drink, attractions and tours, outdoor adventure, cultural experiences, health and wellness and nature and wildlife
- Adventure Sunshine Coast shares trails for walking, cycling, horse riding and paddling across the region. All skill levels
- Council's heritage website is your one stop shop for museums, heritage places, stories, photos and events. The Discovery Guide offers a comprehensive guide to the Sunshine Coast Region
- Sunshine Coast Events is where you'll find council and community events on the Sunshine Coast
- Horizon 2025 - the region's 10-day arts festival
- Caloundra Regional Gallery open Tuesday to Friday 10am-4pm and Saturday and Sunday 10am-2pm
