Under the auspices of the Buderim Foundation, a group of passionate and committed volunteers have combined their extensive array of talents to create a beautiful book about Buderim.

The book so eloquently conveys the Buderim lifestyle through contemporary images and cleverly combines historical references, community life and delicious local food recipes to stimulate culinary creativity.

In keeping with the spirit of giving, the profits earned from the sale of this book will flow to the Buderim Foundation which uses the income it earns to fund its annual community grants program.

It’s a book for you and for your friends and family, whether they live here or in other parts of the world. It’s all about the very essence of Buderim. Enjoy!

Cost per book: $29.95 (+ postage if required)

You can purchase your copy at Books on Buderim, Buderim Pharmacy, Manawee Nursery or the Old Post Office.

Proud of Buderim’s rich history and lifestyle, the Buderim Foundation is excited to announce the Essence of Buderim book.

The Essence of Buderim will provide readers with an insight into Buderim’s history and lifestyle through recipes contributed by Buderim community members as well as the use of contemporary images, historical references and stories on community life.

Chair of the Buderim Foundation, Prof. Paul Clark said that presenting Buderim’s lifestyle through
recipes, stories and images reflects the Buderim community and the
welcoming, friendly neighbourhood that it is.

“The book really is all about the essence of Buderim, bringing together aspects of the community and recipes from community members captures the Buderim lifestyle.

“Essence of Buderim is a great opportunity to showcase Buderim and tell our special story with pride,” Prof. Clark said.

“With the Buderim Foundation’s focus on creating a healthy and fulfilled community, all profits earned from the sale of the book will go to the Buderim Foundation’s annual community grant program which has
distributed over $100,000 to community organisations over the past decade.”

The launch was held at Buderim Craft Cottage on Friday 3 October with Hon Steve Dickson MP officially launching the Essence of Buderim book.

Books are available for sale at $29.95 each from Books on Buderim, Buderim Pharmacy, Manawee Nursery or the Old Post Office.  Alternatively, please contact Robyn Edwards at [email protected].

The goal of the Buderim Foundation is to enrich and enhance the quality of life for Buderim and its residents, past and future. The foundation is a philanthropic, not-for-profit organization that aims to generate income from donations and bequests from local community members and provide grants for community projects.