A beach. A little bit of sand. Some wind. A sunset. It does not take more for nature to reveal a new natural canvas.

We are finally about to leave the Sunshine Coast for an indefinite road trip around Australia. This should be the real takeoff of the iPhoneography Oz project across the continent. We have often spoken of the rain that falls in this region at this time of year. Does it really rain on the Sunshine Coast? Are there storm on the Sunshine Coast? When its legendary sun does come out, the Sunshine Coast certainly lives up to its name. Just an hour's drive from Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast is a collection of beach resorts where life is good. Make sure you check the weather forecast first, then book your accommodation on the Sunshine Coast!

What do you think? Have you been to the Sunshine Coast? What is the best time of year to spend your holidays on the Sunshine Coast? What would you recommend to do on the Sunshine Coast? Let us know in the comments below!

Have you heard about barramundi? It seems that it is one of the most sought after fish to catch in Australia. Suncoast Barra Fishing Park is a very friendly and quiet place where you will find everything you need to spend a good time fishing including rod hire, whether with family or friends. Located close to the beaches of the Sunshine Coast, it is open every day of the year. The staff are very welcoming and deliver valuable advice on fishing techniques. Pack a lunch and a couple of ice cold beers. Find your spot. Bait your hook. Cast your line. And wait for the big bite (and tell us how to catch a barramundi please)! Is your BBQ ready? Barramundi fillets are on the way!

What do you think? What are your best barramundi fishing tips? Have you tasted barramundi? What is your best barramundi recipe? Pan fried barramundi, grilled barramundi, steamed barramundi or baked barramundi? Let us know in the comments below!

iPhoneography Oz was a guest of Suncoast Barra Fishing Park.

Since the beginning of this project in Australia, we have taken an interest in as many activities as we can to share with you on iPhoneograhy Oz. This is how we came to attend our first rowing regatta on the Sunshine Coast. As we had no knowledge about the teams competiting for this kind of university rowing championships, we found the races a bit boring to follow (meaning not really exciting). However we were pleasantly surprised and touched by the team spirit and solidarity shown by the young athletes. The war cry of every competitor before entering the water (photo), distant cousin of the All Black Haka, is quite impressive.

What do you think? How to create a good team spirit in a sport team? What is good team spirit in sports? Let us know in the comments below!

Water sports and athletics do not have the monopoly of wellbeing in Australia! You can stay fit by joining one of the many gyms you undoubtedly come across on your way (at least on the east coast). We have a feeling that sport is an institution in Australia (as well as Surf Clubs). We will tell you more about it when we have travelled a few more miles. We use Ezyfit Health & Fitness Club facilities for the duration of our stay on the Sunshine Coast. We can say without hesitation that this is the best fitness centre we have ever worked out in. The premises are huge (but also very well maintained). We are not fans of courses, but there is a wide range of them (you can check the group fitness classes on their website). Gym equipment is clean and in excellent condition. The staff are dynamic, warm and welcoming. It feels like home. For all these reasons, we recommend it to you hands down! You can always opt for a free seven-day test run if you are not totally convinced.

What do you think? How do you stay in shape while traveling? What are your ideas for working out on the road? Share your tips with us in the comments below!

iPhoneography Oz was a guest of Ezyfit Health & Fitness Club.

It is funny to see the parallel between what happens on the roads and what happens in the waves. Surfing is supposed to be a stressless activity. But there are so many surfers in Australia that the media regularly relate surf rage cases. There are even police patrols dedicated to the aggression that pollutes the popular surfing spots. Regarding the priority, let's say that those who want to keep all their teeth give way! We heard an instructor in Byron Bay say about it: "If there is a bus bearing down on you, what would you do? Well, same thing in the water!". So you are warned.

What do you think? Have you been involved in a surfing accident? Have you seen surfers fighting before? Let us know in the comments below!

Photo taken with an Olympus TG-310.

Today we tackle a national institution in Australia: Surf Clubs. There are more than 300 of these clubs spread along Australian beaches. Uninformed foreigners might assume they are just surf schools or trendy bars. There is much more to it than that. In a nut shell, the Surf Life Saving Clubs (that is their full name!) are local associations that aim to create a safe environment on and off the beaches through the work of their volunteer lifesavers. Do you remember Mitch Buchannon and C. J. Parker in Baywatch? Well that's it, but even more! The influence of Surfs Clubs extends outside the beach in the local community. They offer various training opportunities (and even organize barbecues on weekends!). And remember: you can swim safely between the red and yellow flags!

What do you think? Would you like to become a surf lifesaver or a lifeguard? Do you know much about beach safety? Let us know in the comments below!