Noosa Shire Museum

The Noosa Shire Museum operates as a volunteer-run facility dedicated to documenting the social and industrial heritage of the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Located in the town of Pomona, the museum occupies the former Noosa Shire Council chambers and houses a diverse range of exhibits. These collections include original council records, timber industry equipment, and domestic items that illustrate the daily lives of early European settlers. Visitors can explore a significant archive of historical photographs and documents that provide insight into the changing landscape of the region over several decades. The museum also features a dedicated space for Gubbi Gubbi artefacts, highlighting the long-standing indigenous history of the area. Situated near the base of Mount Cooroora, the site provides an educational resource for tourists and residents exploring the Noosa hinterland. The research room offers assistance for those investigating family histories or specific property records within the original shire boundaries. This cultural institution serves as a central point for understanding the transition from traditional land use to the established rural and residential communities found today.