Rainbow Beach Community News December 2021 by Rainbow Beach Community News

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December 2021 • Vol 24 • Issue 12

‘Tis The Season

IN THIS ISSUE... • Shop local this Christmas • Festive events • Preparing for storm season

Santa is on his way to Rainbow! See inside for details on how to meet the big man and tell him your Christmas wishes.

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EDITOR’S NOTE

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How is it already Christmas?

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But whether we like it or not, it’s time to get excited about the festive season. There are so many amazing events happening locally. The kids are going to have a brilliant time in the lead up to Christmas!

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’M SURE WE all say this every year...but wow, how is it already Christmas?!?! These past couple of Covid-afflicted years have both d-r-a-g-g-e-d and flown by simultaneously somehow.

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And we are so fortunate that most of these events are either completely free or just a gold coin donation. What a wonderfully generous community we have, with so many incredible volunteer groups willing to give so much time to ensuring the enjoyment of others. That is actually my favourite thing about Rainbow - fine, it has the best beaches in the world, amazing bushwalks, a unique mix of local flora and fauna, and worldclass fishing and 4WDing. We all know that. But it is the sense of community that makes Rainbow what it is. Continuing in this sappy vein, I wanted to thank everyone again for their continued support of this paper. And don’t forget I absolutely love reader input - feel free to get in touch with any comments

Merry Christmas from my wee girl! Photo by Anna Osetroff - Photographer

or suggestions, I am always happy to hear from you. I truly hope you all have a wonderful holiday season, whatever your beliefs or situation are. It is holiday time, lockdowns and border restrictions are (hopefully) on their way out the door, and we have so much to celebrate. Enjoy! Until next month.

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comes to Rainbow! Melissa Marie

VERY SPECIAL visitor is coming to Rainbow Beach this month, one who’s guaranteed to make us feel young at heart, both adults and kids alike! Make sure you haven’t been too naughty this year, as the Rainbow Beach Community Centre has arranged for Santa to bring his belly laughs and beard on Saturday 11 December to our festive region. This family-friendly free and unticketed event will be held at the Rainbow Beach Community Hall and grass area from 3pm, with the star attraction, a certain Mr S. Clause, being in attendance from 3.30pm till 4.45pm. Kids will be able to line up to have a chat with the big man and let him know all their Christmas wishes, and receive a gift from Santa and a picture with him to treasure. Special mention must be made to the Rainbow Beach Boomerang Bags group who have worked tirelessly during the past months helping Santa out by sewing the bags and sponsoring the gifts that the jolly man in the red suit will hand out. As well, another special elf, local

talented professional photographer Jess McKenzie, will be on hand to take happy snaps of families and kids with Santa. And rumour has it the main man has ditched his sleigh in favour of arriving in town by Rainbow Beach Helicopters! Event organiser and President of the Rainbow Beach Community Centre, Elisa Seul, said: “The main purpose of the event is to bring the community together, share what we do, build that special magic of the holiday season for our kids. Locals and visitors are both welcome.” School kids will be performing a dance inside the Hall on stage from 3pm till 3.15pm, and then live music will kick-off the festivities outside till 7.30pm. The day promises to be a highlight of the year here in beautiful Rainbow, as there will be markets stalls, raffles, and food vendors as well. The organisers give thanks to Events & Tents QLD who are sponsoring the fencing, the staging and helping with the set up. There will be truly something for everyone, and the event will be a great way to celebrate our wonderful colourful community as we look to usher in an even brighter 2022!

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Other local Christmas events Saturday 4 December Barefoot Bowls Christmas Party, TCB Country Club from 4.30pm, $10 entry, live music, free food. Ph 0412 134 752 to register Saturday 11 December Christmas in the Cove, From 3pm at Cooloola Cove Veterans & Community Hall, Carols from 6pm, visit from Santa Sunday 12 December Carols in the Park, presented by TCB Community Church. From 5pm - carols commence at 6pm, visit from Santa Mega Christmas Toy Raffle, TCB Country Club from 3pm, face painting, visit from Santa

Sunday 19 December RBCC Community Christmas Carols, BBQ 5.30pm, Carols 6.30pm, Good Shepherd Church RB Sports Club Members Christmas Party, prize giveaways and boat raffle drawn, from 2pm Friday 24 December $4,547 in prizes to be given away at Cooloola Mitre 10 - see instore for details Have we missed any events? Let us know at info@rbcn.com.au or on FB Messenger and we can add them to our website and post them on Facebook.

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Thank you

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Left: Our eager Preps have had a wonderful year Below: Principal Steve Bennett joining in the Book Parade

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T’S HARD TO BELIEVE that this year is drawing to a close already. It is a good time to reflect on events and be grateful for all things wonderful! Firstly, we are delighted that the permanent Principal position has been filled by Mr Steve Bennett. Our small school needs a leader that can build a culture of kindness and respect, a sense of belonging, and a thirst for learning in a safe environment, and we are fortunate enough that Mr Bennett meets all these needs and more. The P&C would like to sincerely thank Mr Bennett for his dedication to the students, school and his involvement in every event that takes place. Secondly, we would like to extend our deepest gratitude for the immense support that the Rainbow Beach Community has given to the school and P&C. We have been involved with several events, such as The Big Summer Blowout, The Sandcastle Competition, Variety Jet Trekkers lunch, Father’s and Mother’s Day stalls, Clean Up Australia, Rainbow Beach Market BBQs, Springfest and The Great Gympie Duck Race. In every single event, we have received support from most local businesses in the form of donations, Community Hall sponsorship, local group support (thanks

Bingo ladies!) as well as time and effort from community volunteers and parents/ caregivers. We will thank each of you directly, as it would take up half the paper if we did it here! But, please know that we acknowledge ALL of you, and are warmed by your generosity. Thank you Rainbow Beach Community! We would also like to bring attention to our very own wonder woman, Chappy Ronnie. If you haven’t met her yet, then you are missing out! This kind lady goes above and beyond her role as Chaplain and brings warmth and an abundance of creative ideas to learn and connect. Chappy has breathed new life into the school garden, and we are so thankful for her presence. Lastly, we wish to congratulate all the students and staff for giving their best during the school year. For some students it was their first experience, and some it was their last. It is wonderful to see all the students progress, and wish them all the best for their futures. The teaching and support staff have done an amazing job of taking care of our children and our hats go off to them! Wishing you all a fantastic Christmas and holiday break!

Support Local this festive season! Melissa Marie

ITH CHRISTMAS FAST approaching, our thoughts turn to loved ones, friends, and family, and how we can best show them our affection and gratitude for all they mean to us. Why not celebrate your love by giving them a thoughtful, locally-sourced gift from our vibrant area. And what better way to help our local businesses thrive through recent challenging times than to keep our support homegrown and here in our very own community. From our neighbours and families who share our beautiful region, to loved ones distant geographically but always close to our hearts, here are some ideas for the perfect gifts and experiences this Christmas. A great place to source unique pressies is at our local markets - the second Saturday of each month for Rainbow Beach (next one held 11 December), and the third Saturday of each month for Tin Can Bay (next one on 18 December) . You never know what you might find for the hard-to-buy-for loved one, and you can’t go wrong with a one-of-a-kind market find. Sometimes the best gift is just time with each other to relax, have a scrumptious meal, and enjoy each other’s company with a drink or two at our very own Rainbow Beach Surf Lifesaving Club. Boasting beautiful sea breezes and gorgeous vistas of the ocean, it is the perfect place for a Christmas catch-up with friends and family.

The Tin Can Bay Country Club also serves as the perfect spot for a friendly, festive holiday get-together. Choose from their authentic Chinese food selection, and/or from their classic Aussie favourites on their much-loved menu. Also a gorgeous place to spend time with our nearest and dearest during the New Year celebrations is Tin Can Bay’s Bar and Grill at the Marina. With spectacular views

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across the water, you can choose delicious meals from their a la carte options, and enjoy a relaxing tipple from their extensive fully-licensed bar. Another fabulous option is the Rainbow Beach Sports Club, where you can wind-down on their open-air deck and spend some quality time with others all whilst enjoying a range of delicious entrees, fresh local seafood, and sizzling steaks. And because there’s always room for dessert, you won’t go away disappointed with what’s on offer for your sweet tooth! For the handy-person around your house, or a friend who’s found a passion for DIY, pop into the Cooloola Mitre 10 at Tin Can Bay for a gift they’ll treasure. For the camping and fishing enthusiast in your life, head on into Rainbow Beach Fishing & Camping. Maybe if they bag a big one they’ll share it with you! A beautifully-grilled fish with friends, or a few nights under the stars camping with friends in our beautiful National Parks, sounds like the perfect way to connect with each other over the holiday break. These are just a few small suggestions - a quick flick through this issue will show you that we have so many other amazing small businesses in town, make sure you support them this festive season! Whatever you do to celebrate this Christmas, we encourage you to support your local community and enjoy what makes this area unique and so very “us”.

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It’s time to get ready for the storm & cyclone season C

CCLDMSG MEMBERS recently attended training in the Queensland Disaster Management Arrangements, Introduction to Evacuation & Evacuation Centre Management in the Rainbow Beach Community Hall in preparation for the summer season. This training was delivered by Queensland Fire and Emergency Services. For more information visit: www.getready.qld.gov.au/ get-prepared/3-steps-get-ready The Gympie Regional Council Dashboard provides links to disaster management agencies - http://disaster.gympie. qld.gov.au/ CCCLDMSG Meet: Quarterly on the 1st Tuesday of the Month Would you like to know more? Our next meeting is on Tuesday 7 December in the Cooloola Cove Veterans & Community Hall Starting 9.30am or contact Terry Steele on 0439 862 264.

GET PREPARED

Step 1: Understand your risk

Step 2: Prepare a household emergency plan

Step 3: Pack an emergency kit

When it comes to extreme weather events in Queensland, it’s not a matter of “if” but “when”

UEENSLAND IS THE most natural disaster impacted state in Australia, exposing our communities and infrastructure to repeated damage. As Queenslanders we understand the impacts from natural disasters can include minor inconveniences such as transport delays, needing to use alternative travel routes, collecting children early from school, massive queues at the petrol station or supermarket, and loss of power or internet connection. And then there are the alarming scenarios like swiftmoving flood waters, a loved one unable to get home, and leaving behind pets during evacuation. You can’t control the weather or when the next disaster will hit, but you can be aware and prepared. Get Ready

Queensland helps you to take 3 simple steps to protect what’s most important to you. STEP 1: Understand your risk. Your first step to being ready is to find out what, when, and where a disaster might happen, how severe it could potentially be, and if you would be affected. And whether you’re a homeowner or renter, check your insurance policies to see what you’re covered for. STEP 2: Prepare a household emergency plan. An emergency and evacuation plan will ensure everyone in your household knows exactly what to do if the worst happens.

You might want to involve your neighbours in developing your plan - neighbours who are elderly or have special needs may need your assistance. STEP 3: Pack an emergency kit. If, as a result of a natural disaster, you are unable to leave your home for an extended period, your emergency kit should contain a collection of essential items that will equip your household for at least three days of isolation. Or you can add additional supplies to create a comprehensive kit to ensure you are extensively covered for a longer period. Your kit should be kept in a sturdy waterproof container and stored in a safe place in your home.

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Above: Stage set up, ready for a fabulous show Left: Tullara takes the stage, and blows the crowd away Below: Hall president Elisa Seul, tour manager Kate Atkinson, and performer Tullara

Festival of Small Halls returns to Rainbow! Brooke Bignell

NITED BY THEIR love of music, it was smiles all ‘round as locals and visitors arrived eagerly to the Festival of Small Halls held at the Rainbow Beach Community Hall for the fifth year, the third stop on their yearly Summer Tour. The Festival of Small Halls is produced by Woodfordia Inc and tours the East Coast of Australia, bringing world class folk artists into tiny halls across the country. With sausage sizzle and drink in hand (lovingly provided by Hall volunteers) with the promise of tasty cakes by Martine, guests mingled outside with the artists before the show started. This year brought Tullara and Andrea Kirwin to the Hall, and guests were not disappointed! Our wonderful MC, Lee McCarthy, welcomed local musician Aido Van der Vorst to open the show, surprising

the crowd with his raw vocals and guitar playing. The amazing Tullara followed and blew everyone away with her powerful blues/ folk vocals and guitar and banjo playing, and even a cheeky confession on stage! Tullara’s lyrics told tales of life experiences beyond her years. This young woman is one to watch! Local to the Sunshine Coast, Andrea Kirwin was joined by her beautiful fiancée, Claire Evelynn on the Celtic Harp and soothed us all with her unique voice and warm character, with music reminiscent of 70s island soul, just beautiful. President of the Community Hall, Elisa Seul says of the evening, “Simply brilliant. I can’t thank enough the volunteers, the performers and the organisers. The biggest thank you goes to everyone that came: the show was for you and your support means a lot to us.” Now, who’s coming next year!?

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– BIRD OF THE MONTH –

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Mistletoebird Melissa Marie

Photo credit: Neil Stanley

HAT BETTER WAY to celebrate this festive season edition’s bird of the month than to turn our attention to the mistletoebird (Dicaeum hirundinaceum). The male dresses in a Santa-esque red, white, and black outfit, while the female dons a more sedate grey and white attire, with just a dab of pinkish-red under the tail. This diminutive member of the flowerpecker family actually feasts mainly on the berries of the mistletoe plant, and has a biological set-up ideally suited to dispersing the mistletoe’s seeds for maximum effectiveness (which smartly is in its own self-interest!) They lack the muscular food-grinding gizzard of other birds, instead having a streamlined digestive system through which the berries pass quickly, excreting the sticky seeds onto branches. The seed can then turn quickly into a new plant,

ensuring more full bellies of berries in the future! Generally spotted in forests and woodlands, their flash of stop-sign red can usually be seen flitting around mature Eucalyptus trees as they are more likely to have become home to the semi-parasitic mistletoe plants, much beloved by the birds. August to April is the breeding season, sensibly coinciding with the fruiting of the mistletoe. and couples raise up to 3 broods per season. At around the two week mark, the baby birds will fledge. Land clearing has contributed to a significant decline in the habitat for the mistletoebird, but hopefully with more awareness of the delicate balance our ecosystems rely on, their future will be as bright as their beacon of feathers.

E ARE FAST approaching the summer holidays which as we know will mean huge numbers of visitors to our beautiful local beaches. With uncertainty around borders and restrictions the majority of those visitors are likely to be Queenslanders. Now, as we all know, Queenslanders have a reputation around the world for our easy-going, relaxed attitude to life. We say “She’ll be right” when we’re not 100% sure on something, but back ourselves anyway. But it doesn’t matter how fit and young you might feel, the ocean doesn’t discriminate – so it’s time to change our attitudes. Surf Life Saving Queensland’s 2021 Coast Safe Report revealed Queensland had suffered their second worst year of coastal drownings since recording began, with 20 people tragically losing their lives on Queensland beaches. Of these twenty, 75% were young men between the ages of 20-49 years old. Alcohol and drugs have contributed to 315 coastal drowning deaths nationally in the last 15 years (2004 – 2019), which accounts for almost one-fifth of all coastal drowning deaths. 90% of drowning deaths last year were male. The average age of people rescued last year was 24. “We have noticed a trend in young men undertaking risky behaviour on our beaches,” Surf Life Saving Queensland CEO Dave Whimpey said. “Men have been swimming at remote locations, swimming at night and also after consuming alcohol.” So let’s all consider how we can reduce our personal risk when visiting the beach. The key messages include deterring from swimming at night, not drinking and swimming, swimming between the flags, and only swimming at a patrolled location. “She’ll be right”, won’t save your life. It’s the risks you don’t take that make you safer. More information: www.lifesaving.com.au

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Yacht Club turns By TCBYC

HIS YEAR THE Tin Can Bay Yacht Club celebrates its 40th anniversary with a party in December. 40 years ago, it took the combined efforts of a small band of dedicated sailors to bring the yacht club into being. The catalyst was the inaugural Tin Can Bay to Hervey Bay Race, held on the May Day long weekend in 1981. 118 yachts entered that first Bay to Bay and from Norman Point hundreds

of spectators watched a spectacular spinnaker start, in a sight never before seen in Tin Can Bay. The race was a great success. Entries grew to 162 in 1982 and 204 in 1983. Tin Can Bay was in need of a yacht club which was formed on June 28 1981. Clarrie and Doris Noble, Sandy and Louise Bauer, Sam and Nyria Murray, Harold Baggaley, Des and Jeanette Bickle, Norm and Jill Cummins, Des and Daphne White, Martin and Jenny Leschkau, Bill and June Croft, and Wayne Badley attended that first meeting. Clarrie Noble was elected the club’s first Commodore. The new club kicked off its maiden 198182 sailing season with a sail past on 20 September, 1981 with Clarrie Noble in his yacht Ida leading the fleet at Norman Point. On December 27-30 1981, the club held its first major event, the inaugural Cooloola Cup. Fifteen boats participated, including Left: Laying the foundations of the clubhouse

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Above: Some of the founders of TCBYC L to R Doris and Clarrie Noble, Nyria and Sam Murray

some of the biggest names in Queensland sailing. For the first five years, the club’s meetings and functions were held on the lawn of the Murray’s home until suitable premises were found. Despite many problems with the site in 1989 it was ready for a clubhouse. The initial building was never intended to be the final clubhouse, just a temporary home until a larger one could be built. The plans for this were eventually shelved when it was decided to extend the existing clubhouse. Over the years further extensions have been made and this year has seen additional alterations. Many members past and present have donated their time and skills to provide the facilities today’s members, guests and visitors enjoy, and their efforts have given members the foundation upon which to continue to develop the Tin Can Bay Yacht Club.

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Response to Road Safety Petition

Cooloola City Farm Nursery PLANT OF MONTH:

Bush Tucker

INISTER FOR TRANSPORT and Main Roads Mark Bailey MP has responded to the recent petition signed by 12,148 people calling for urgent action for safety improvements along our local main access roads. The Department of Transport and Main Roads’ (TMR) records indicate there have been four fatal crashes on Tin Can Bay Road between 2011 and 2019, and 13 fatal crashes for the 18-year reporting period between 2001 and 2019. “The Palaszczuk Government has...invested $300,000 in the 2021–22 to 2023–24 financial years to investigate potential locations for additional overtaking opportunities on Tin Can Bay Road,” Mr Bailey said. He states that the Queensland Government has allocated over $23 million in safety improvements on Tin Can Bay Road and Rainbow Beach Road from 2007 to 2021, including a $700,000 jointly funded project under Tranche 2 of the Australian Government’s Road Safety Program to install wide centre line treatment on a 36-kilometre section of Tin Can Bay Road, between Lillis Road and Dugong Street. Works will also include audio tactile line-marking on a 13-kilometre section of Tin Can Bay Road, south of Dugong Street. Mr Bailey noted other projects included in this allocation: • a $470,000 Safer Roads Sooner (SRS) project to upgrade the Tin Can Bay Road and Kin Kin Road intersection, with an extension of the existing turning lanes, as well as guardrail and signage improvements. Works are expected to be completed by mid-2022 • a $178,000 SRS project to install a mid-block pedestrian refuge on Rainbow Beach Road, between the Double Island Drive and Cypress Avenue intersections. Works are expected to be completed by mid-2022 • a $312,000 SRS project to upgrade the Tin Can Bay and Maryborough–Cooloola Road intersection. Works were completed in 2020 • the $18 million Coondoo Creek bridge replacement project opened in November 2020, which was a jointly funded project with the Australian Government contributing $5 million and the Queensland Government contributing $13 million.

Carpobrotus glaucescens (Pig Face) produces a fleshy edible fruit after flowering

New wide centreline on Tin Can Bay Road

Mr Bailey said that the recent $300,000 investment in planning will assist with identifying potential future upgrades and cost so that funding opportunities can be considered. He states: “TMR will continue to monitor Tin Can Bay Road and Rainbow Beach Road to ensure these roads remain in a safe and trafficable condition.”

O PE N S E V E N DAYS

AY WE SUGGEST adding Bush Tucker plants, indigenous to this area, to your garden? • Austromyrtus dulcis – Midyim. Shrub to 50cm. Pretty white flowers spring to autumn followed by edible mauve white speckled berries. • Carpobrotus glaucescens – Pig Face. Fleshy creeper growing on sand dunes. Flowers in summer months followed by reddish, edible, and fleshy fruit. • Dianella caerulea – Flax Lily. Tufting plant to 1.8m. Bright blue flowers with yellow anthers followed by shiny dark blue edible berries. • Syzygium. Many bear edible fruit good for jam making and good hedge plants. Not all species available at present. Bring your Rates Notice in to claim your FREE TREES. No room in your garden? You can donate them to our local schools. Offer finishes at the end of May 2022. Cooloola City Farm Nursery is located opposite the Community Centre at Amity Place off Tin Can Bay Road. Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 8am - 3.00pm Ph: (07) 5486 2304 Email: ccfni09@gmail.com Website: www.cooloolacityfarm.org

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Free Entertainment “December” Fri 3rd 7pm: Blues Burners Sat 4th 6pm: Just Jen Entertainment Fri 10th 7pm: Junction Road Sat 11th 6pm: Michael Gant Fri 17th 7pm: Rockin’ It Retro Sat 18th 6pm: One 4 the Road Fri 31st 7pm: Crossroads No Band Fri 24th, Club closed Christmas Day

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Selling Queensland’s National Parks Greg Wood Long term Rainbow Beach resident The thoughts reflected in this article are those of the author. Rainbow Beach Community News welcomes all viewpoints and opinions.

AN YOU IMAGINE 10 private fully serviced luxury units at Poona Lake in Cooloola National Park? Imagine 10 more at Double Island Point. Private luxury cabins, built and operated on thirty-year land leases granted upon uniquely beautiful and fragile public sites. This might sound crazy but it’s about to happen. Without public intervention, five sites inside of Cooloola National Park will have private development leases finalised, developed, and operational in the first half of next year. The State Government has similar plans for a number of other Queensland National Parks. If you disagree with this, your help is needed to stop it. Go to www.protectparks.net for more detail on the proposal and how to object. Under this new plan, $600-$1000/night will buy a very special holiday in some of Cooloola National Park’s most special places. Additional to a good income, the “eco-tourist” clients will also need to be either oblivious or careless toward the damage their privileged experience

imposes upon significant site values and to public equity. Most people understand the obvious tragedy of degrading the Poona Lake basin’s pristine character and sensitive ecology with a 5000m2 accommodation area and a new service road for daily delivery of visitor “needs”. Those who require a 38m2 fully serviced luxury cabin and 5-star gourmet fare to enjoy Poona Lake may fail to comprehend the catastrophic change their extreme “needs” impose upon it. Double Island Point is a spectacular headland and an iconic public place. Private units with stunning ocean views will easily sell in a global marketplace that has few unspoiled places, and ever less that remain free to the public. How long then before 10 units become 20, and so on? At what point would public access to the headland be curtailed to protect private asset security and the amenity of high-paying clients? This is not wild speculation. It is exactly how free market forces impact upon public assets. The Government’s decision to create private development leases inside our National Parks was made without any public engagement. Two very short, very limited public engagements have occurred on operational aspects of the Cooloola development proposal. These are best described as public management processes rather than

Proposed site of ten luxury private units at Poona Lake

consultation. The latter requires transparent and accurate delivery of information and response to concerns. We believe nothing remotely like that has been provided. Private development in our National Parks will be another cane toad. If it gets loose, we’ll never get rid of it or its toxic impacts. Please go to www.protectparks.net to help us stop this monster.

An information stall will be at the Rainbow Beach market on 11 December and the Tin Can Bay Market on 18 December.

What are your thoughts? Do you agree or disagree with the proposed development? Let us know at info@rbcn.com.au

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COMMUNITY PAGES

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Contrary to what you see and hear on TV about flooding rains, well there are plenty of places in Queensland that have hardly had a drop in the last 12 months. This is why our Christmas run is headed to Winton and is being coordinated by Family Support at the Winton Council. Even though reports may say Winton had 80mm, just 30 kms away had nil - that is the irony of storm rain. It is only through wonderful donations that we are able to help those in need so firstly I must make mention of 2 x big fourfigure $ donations from Rotary Club of Bendigo and Tin Can Bay Holiday Park (Mel and Steve). Also last month we had very generous

donations from Pat and Harvey, Bob and Desley Elmer (plum puddings), Bill and Patty Watts, Heather Stevenson, Ian and Julie Davidson (Christmas cakes). From Tin Can Bay we had Colleen Phie, Brian and Nita Lindfield, L&M Gray with donations and toys, and a donation from Tin Can Bay Bakery. Also many thanks to all who donated to our bin at Cooloola Coast Realty near Woolies. Bill Neal and Jim Snee of Tin Can Bay continue to donate wooden toys and other items for us. The Bush Bundle of Brisbane have again donated around 35 presents for us and Big W Gympie have been very generous discounting 150 items I purchased there and are supplying Christmas paper and wrapping all presents. Wayne Kerle will continue our bottle and can collections with help from Bay Auto Tin Can Bay - many thanks. We will also be

sending to Winton $1000 in IGA vouchers, with $3000 in Visa cards as well as around 30 family hampers, detergents, toilet paper etc. We have also donated to feed the homeless in Gympie. Many thanks to our local publications for their advertising which is much appreciated. This will be our last run for some months

Some Christmas presents donated by Bev Yeoman

as it’s time for a break over summer, but we will still be looking at the skies and keeping all posted. It’s been a big and long six years. Have a safe & happy Christmas.

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HE 2021 WIDE BAY Training Area Range tour is scheduled for Wednesday 8 December and will kick off from the Tin Can Bay RSL at 9am with a safety brief. All are welcome to join in the guided tour of the training area and its various ranges. Meet at the RSL at 9am for a safety briefing from Warrant Officer Gordon Duffy, Range Manager. Then join the convoy to the Wide Bay Training Area for the tour including a sausage sizzle lunch, concluding back at the RSL at around 2pm. Only four-wheel drive or all-wheel

drive vehicles are permitted on the range, however there is sure to be a ride available for those without these vehicles. All on the tour are required to wear enclosed footwear. It’s sure to be a great day so put your names down on the list at the RSL. I have fond memories of the time I spent at the Wide Bay Training Area when I was an infantry soldier with the 49th Battalion Army Reserve unit, also known as the Bushman’s Rifles. My first visit to the training area in 1984 stands out in my memory. I was a fresh-

faced private soldier in those days, in my third year with the Battalion, and on a mortar training course. The practical component of the course, including live firing, was held at the Wide Bay Training Area. The day of our first live firing exercise was a shocker with rain teeming down all day. I recall waiting for lunch to show up - cold, wet, still enthusiastic, but very hungry. I had visions of lunch being a droopy salad, however, I was very thankful to line up and be served a tremendous meal of curried

sausages and rice accompanied by a cup canteen of hot, sweet tea. It still ranks as one of my best meals ever. I’ll be on the tour, as will RSL Sub-Branch President, Don Holland, who was himself Range Manager at the Wide Bay Training Area for a number of years. Why not come along and prompt him for stories of his time managing the range. It won’t take much to get him going – believe me, especially after a couple of beverages back at the RSL after the tour! See you all there.

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Heart Foundation Walkers are walking themselves happy! Maggie Travers

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E LOVE TO go a-wandering along Cooloola paths, And as we go, we love to sing, our wheelies up in front!” Four of us sang Judy Kiddle’s lyrics as the opener to our Q&A presentation. Thanks to the Cooloola Cove Residents & Friends Inc invitation to speak at their November Cuppa in Cooloola, the “Cooloola Cove Wheelie Walkers” gained another member, besides enjoying ourselves most enthusiastically. As another attendee asked several pertinent questions, we hope she will join us soon. Judy Kiddle and Barbara McKenzie rolled their wheelie walkers (rollators) up front for our presentation with Joan Barnier and myself. Joan is one of two original members still currently walking with the “One Step at

a Time Tin Can Bay” walking group. With the hotter weather now, the CC Wheelie Walkers have decided to meet half an hour earlier, i.e. 8am in December, at the bus shelter on Nautilus Drive outside the Cooloola Cove Shopping Centre, Mondays and Fridays. Already, Walk Organiser Judy K is more than halfway to receiving her first award for 25 walks. Congratulations to Melissa and Jack in the Tin Can Bay walking group, for reaching your 50 walks goal and award. As Dixie is walking in both groups her 100 Walks certificate, voucher and commemorative pin is in the mail. Well done! Both groups plan to continue walking during the festive season, weather permitting, but not on Christmas Day! The early Tin Can Bay group leaves the

It’s Been a Big Year! Carole Lehmann

HE TIN CAN BAY Community & Men’s Shed (YOUR Community Shed) has had an extremely busy but fruitful year thanks to its dedicated committee and supportive member base. Our sincere thanks also to all the individuals, businesses and organisations, and agencies within our community for their involvement and assistance throughout the year. After our Christmas party and last general meeting of

2021 (both scheduled for December 4), there will only be one more Shed Shop Sale Day on 18 December - so if you’re still looking for that elusive and unique Christmas gift or if you’re entertaining visitors from elsewhere, come along to see what’s in store. Looking forward to seeing you at The Shed, Amity Place, Tin Can Bay 9am-1pm weekdays. Contact the Shed direct on 0491 175 038. We wish all members of the community a Merry Christmas and a safe and prosperous New Year.

Can you take out We now have courtyard dining available to limited numbers We still have our full takeaway menu.

Joan Barnier, Judy Kiddle, Maggie Travers, and Barbara McKenzie singing “Our Wheelies up in front!” at the Cuppa in Cooloola

TCB Bakery at 6am; the later group meets by 6.30am, Wednesdays and Saturdays. Happy Christmas greetings to you and your families. Walk Yourself Happy! Queries? Contact Judy Kiddle 5486 2181, Maggie Travers 0400 756 615.

There will be a break from regular activities and classes from Saturday 18 December to Sunday 2 January inclusive. Wishing all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

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OR THE LEAD-UP to Christmas, our usual monthly morning tea was replaced with a gathering at a member’s home to watch the André Rieu spectacular DVD “Home for Christmas” which was filmed primarily at Rieu’s home, a romantic medieval castle in his hometown of Maastricht in The Netherlands. Our Christmas party will be at the Rainbow Beach Surf Club. Instead of our normal guest speaker, in November two members told tales of trips overseas. Val McClurg spoke of the “quick trip around the world” that she and Graham made in 2006 when they were invited to a wedding in the United Kingdom. During their three months away they especially enjoyed the Canadian Rockies which had

been on their bucket list, and also cruised the inside passage of Alaska. Katrina van den Brenk spoke of the year she lived as a fourteen-year-old with her Melbourne family on the island of Rarotonga in the Cook Islands, in the days before tourism there. With no schooling available at her level she joined the local women and girls in their daily activities in the village; and netball matches, Girl Guides and church at weekends. World War II veteran, Arthur Leggo, laid a wreath on behalf of the club at the Remembrance Service held in Tin Can Bay. We have now ceased our meetings for the year, but will return in February, each second Monday of the month at 2.00pm at the Sandcastle Motel in Tin Can Bay. These include a break for afternoon tea and a chat. For more details contact our President Daryl on M: 0416 739 324 or Secretary Katrina at cooloolaprobus@gmail.com

Community Pantry update from IGA, who has a forklift licence, volunteered to move it and with the help of Ben on traffic control, it happened in next to no time! In the last week of November, a team from Red Frogs visited Rainbow Beach as part of Schoolies Week and leader Tim, pastor of Victory Church in Maryborough, kindly donated a freezer so the pantry is now all set to start. Representatives of Tin Can Bay Community Church, who have been looking into providing a similar service to Tin Can Bay and Cooloola Cove residents, have also made contact with local supermarkets.

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ETTING THE Rainbow Beach Community Pantry up and running has been a slow process, but Chappy Ronnie reports that all of the equipment needed to store donated goods that will be redirected to families who need a hand is finally in place. Several months ago a commercial refrigerator was kindly donated by Debbie Gordon from the Frying Fish Cafe, but transport was needed to move it the short distance up the road to the Church of the Good Shepherd. The wonderful Kristie

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E HAD GREAT community support with our recent events. The Ambulance Flower Show, assisting in the kitchen and morning teas. Followed by our High Tea at Cathy House, which was allowed with the easing of Covid restrictions. A very popular, fun morning: raffles, plenty to eat, thanks to all that supported funds raised going towards our bursaries for the Tin Can Bay School. The Community Expo at Cooloola Bowls Club was an excellent opportunity for our members to showcase and chat to people as to all the projects our ladies do and we invited ladies interested to come along to

morning tea at craft. Great crowd. Our Amateur Photography Competition is now open to all, closing date March 2022. Start snapping those photos over Christmas! Please contact Photography Convener Lorraine on 5486 2226 for a Competition list of 12 Categories and a copy of rules of entry. Craft is held the 1st and 2nd Wednesday of each month at 9.30am at Hall 18 Whiting Street. Hoy is on the 3rd Wednesday of month 9.30am at Cooloola Bowls Club. December Hoy - Christmas Theme with a prize for best dressed. Enquiries contact Mrs. Wendy Ritchie President 0412 547 043. Come and join us.

Our latest venture: After a leisurely drive through the Mary Valley we visited the rural town of Kenilworth and visited numerous businesses including the Kenilworth Dairies where we sampled their cheeses and viewed the milk pasteurisation process.

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Friday 24 December Christmas Eve: Sacred Heart Kandanga: 4.00pm St Patrick’s Gympie: 6.00pm and 8.00pm

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St Peter the Fisherman, Manooka Drive, Rainbow Beach: 7.00am St Patrick’s Gympie: 9.00am

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Commercially available electrolytes are not in balanced ratios, often those products are very high in sugars or sodium without much consideration for calcium, magnesium and potassium. The other problems with some of these drinks are artificial sweeteners and dyes or even just ingredients with very long names that are far from natural sources and more harmful than helpful. Coconut water is a very good source of potassium, and also a small tip of a teaspoon of Celtic salt added to your bottle of water can be beneficial, however in most cases not enough.

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UMMER IN OUR region means sun, sand, surf… and storms and bushfires. Is your rainwater tank summer-ready and safely maintained? Residents are urged to keep their rainwater tank safe this summer with regular, effective maintenance. Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service Manager Environmental Health Greg Bennett said using rainwater tanks involved low maintenance, not no maintenance. “Like all drinking water supplies, rainwater systems need to be monitored; and the associated maintenance is not too onerous, but it is necessary,” Mr Bennett said. “Monitoring your rainwater tank is an important responsibility, consisting of a range of visual inspections rather than laboratory testing of rainwater quality. Maintenance is needed to maintain good water quality and prevent mosquitoes breeding.” Here are the top monitoring and maintenance activities that will help you keep your rainwater tank system safe: l Clean

gutters (six-monthly and after storms)

l Clear

first flush device of debris (monthly and after storms)

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for evidence of animal, bird or insect access (six-monthly)

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roof and gutters for accumulated debris including leaf and other plant material (six-monthly)

l Check and trim overhanging branches

(six-monthly) and repair downpipes, check condition of the roof (six-monthly)

the tank, siphon it out or completely empty the tank. Professional tank cleaners operate in many areas. l Prevent

tanks and gutters from becoming breeding sites for mosquitoes by insect screening.

“Rainwater is generally safe to drink providing it is clear, has little taste or smell, and is from a well-maintained system. However reticulated or ‘town’ water provides the safest and most reliable source of drinking water,” Mr Bennett said. “Queensland Health recommends that residents should use town water supplies for drinking, personal hygiene and food preparation if they live in areas that have access to these supplies.” Mr Bennett said that for most people, especially those who had been drinking rainwater for most of their lives, there would be very little health risk in drinking rainwater, provided the rainwater collection and storage system was well maintained. “However, there are some members of the community for whom microorganisms (such as bacteria) when present in rainwater could pose health risks, including infants, the elderly and immune-compromised people such as transplant, dialysis, HIV or cancer patients with severely weakened immune systems,” Mr Bennett said. “These people should consider disinfecting the water before drinking or cooking with it. You can do this by boiling the water.” Rainwater may be used without further treatment for flushing toilets, the cold water laundry tap and for watering gardens and lawns as these uses generally present a low risk of disease.

Before a bushfire Residents who live in bushfire-prone areas should consider installing a system whereby the pipes that direct the water from the roof to the rainwater tank(s) can be disconnected quickly and easily. This will prevent any material deposited onto the roof surface, as a result of a bushfire, from entering the rainwater tank. The disconnection should be made as soon as the threat of a bushfire is apparent to prevent windblown debris entering the tank and so that evacuation (if required) is not hampered. It may also be worthwhile sealing the openings to the tank to prevent contamination.

After a bushfire If the rainwater tank has not already been disconnected from the collection pipes, disconnect or redirect the pipes as soon as it is safe to do so. Once this step has been completed, then clean the roof and gutters thoroughly. Cleaning the roof and the gutters with water that is known to be safe is likely to be the most effective way of removing ash and other contaminants that might be present (don’t use a pressure washer

if you have an asbestos roof). Once the roof and gutters have been cleaned, the pipes that direct water to the tank can be reconnected. Ensure the first flush device, if installed, is empty and in good working order. If it has rained since the bushfire, and before the collection pipes have been disconnected or redirected, it is likely that ash and other contaminants will have flowed into the tank. In most cases, this will mean that the tank will need to be drained and cleaned (note that the water drained from the tank(s) may be used for non-drinking uses, e.g. watering the garden, dust suppression). Once the tank has been drained and cleaned, it should be refilled with water from a source known to be safe for drinking. If the bushfire has damaged the integrity of the tank, it is likely that the tank will require draining and repair or replacement. Take care working around rainwater tanks that have been damaged by a bushfire. For more information call Gympie Regional Council or visit www.health.qld.gov.au

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COOLOOLA COAST

20 Patrolled Beach Swim in the flags in front of the Surf Lifesaving tower. Walk via the steps or walkway near the lookout and surf club, or drive onto Griffin Esplanade. 4WD beach access begins here.

Coloured Sands Visit the patrolled beach, near the surf tower or the lookout to see the 70 plus colours in our cliffs. From town, walk south 1km along the beach - for best colours 4WD or tour a further 9km. Remember it is a gazetted road.

Carlo Sand Blow Park at the top of Cooloola Drive, and walk 600m up from the car park or bushwalk about 2km from the National Parks Office for spectacular views of the Coloured Sands, Double Island Point, Tin Can Bay Inlet and hang gliders.

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exposed rocks. ALWAYS check conditions and ask locals before you 4WD - it is not always safe, even close to low tide.

Middle Rock When tides and conditions allow, the walk to Middle Rock and back is a beautiful way to check out the Coloured Sands. From here, vehicle permits are required and dogs are prohibited.

Inskip Point This peninsula is the gateway to Fraser Island, a favourite fishing spot and pet friendly camping grounds for generations. Only 15 minutes drive (2WD) from Rainbow Beach.

Freshwater Picnic Area Walk to and swim in nearby Freshwater Lake, picnic or BBQ at the beautiful shady day-use area, found before Freshwater Road reaches Teewah Beach. 4WD only.

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Drive to Bymien Picnic Area (2WD) via 3km gravel on the Freshwater Road, (off Rainbow Beach Road). It’s a 40 minute walk to reach the cool waters of Lake Poona through beautiful rainforest and carrol (grey myrtle) scrub.

Walk 4km from Crab Creek to Norman Point, over picturesque bridges, signage of flora and fauna, through mangroves, playgrounds and outdoor gyms. It is mostly flat and very safe for children on wheels. Look out for 137 species of birds.

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Rainbow Beach Headland A look out, a viewing platform, 2 playgrounds, a skatepark, BBQs and picnic facilities. See the whales from here in season and watch the surfers out the front. Take a photo at the Cherry Venture propeller.

Double Island Point Access via the 4WD only Great Beach Drive or Freshwater Track. See dolphins, whales (seasonal), manta rays, turtles and walk up to our historic lighthouse. It has the longest break in Australia when the swell lines up.

Mudlo Rocks Wander here at low tide, play in rock pools and watch 4WDs navigate any

Known for spectacular wildflower species, access this trail from the corner of Emperor St and Oyster Parade. Best in late winter and early spring.

Boat Ramps You can launch your boat at Norman Point and Crab Creek in Tin Can Bay or Carlo Point and Bullock Point near Rainbow Beach. All except Bullock Point offer toilet and scenic picnic facilities.

Feed Wild Dolphins at Norman Point Arrive from 7am, after feeding (fees apply), the dolphins leave for another day. A picturesque peninsula with public pool, playground, sailing, boat ramp and pontoon and picnic facilities.

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SCHOOL NEWS

Farewell Mr Mileson! And Farewell to our Year Sixes By Principal Steve Bennett Rainbow Beach State School

S THE SCHOOL YEAR draws to a close, I would like to take this opportunity to wish our students, family and the broader Rainbow Beach community a happy holiday season. This is a time for us to celebrate and reflect on our achievements as a school. Over the coming weeks, we will be doing this by hosting our School Christmas Concert and engaging in end of year activities. It is also a busy time with our students participating in their intensive block of swimming lessons at the Rainbow Beach Aquatic Centre. I would like to congratulate our year 6 class of 2021 as they graduate from primary school and look ahead to a new chapter in their schooling and lives. I know that I speak on behalf of our students, staff and families in wishing them every success as they head to High School.

This year we will also be farewelling Mr Peter Mileson. I would like to recognise Mr Mileson’s contribution to Rainbow Beach State School over many years. Mr Mileson penned this message of thanks to the Rainbow Beach community: “I would like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to the wonderful students, supportive families and talented colleagues with whom I have shared the last seventeen years. The school and the community have provided me with valued friendships, a great deal of happiness and many great memories. Thankyou Rainbow Beach.” Peter Mileson. I would also like to acknowledge the tireless work of our P&C who continue to provide significant support to our school. Finally, I would like to thank our local businesses and community members for their contribution. I wish you all a safe and happy holiday season and I look forward to seeing you again in 2022.

Mr Peter Mileson farewells Rainbow Beach school after 16 years

Update from Chappy Ronnie Ronnie Timperon

HE NEW GARDEN BEDS and vegepods at Rainbow Beach School have produced a wide variety of vegetables in Terms 3 and 4 with lettuce, cabbages, caulis, beetroot, baby spinach, carrots, zucchini, and onions being used in the school’s tuckshop or given away to staff and families. Grade 4/5/6 students have been cooking up a storm since the beginning of Term 4 in preparation for the parent/carer luncheon

that took place at the end of November. Menu items prepared by students included prawn cocktails, spinach and chicken dumplings, lasagne, zucchini and bacon quiche, chocolate beetroot muffins, and mini cheesecakes and fruit. Each student was also involved in a variety of roles including sound production, food preparation, setting tables, welcoming guests, serving food and presenting an item or a “Waiter, waiter” joke.

Students with the help of Mrs Dargusch recorded a video for their parents of what they loved most about them that was played during the luncheon. Many thanks to the P&C and Student Council who covered the cost of food and drink, Mr Mileson for allowing his

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Above and below: Parent/carer luncheon hosted by the 4/5/6 students.

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SCHOOL NEWS

Books, camps, and a Sea Life adventure! By Tin Can Bay P-10 School

PREMIER’S READING CHALLENGE The Premier’s Reading Challenge is an annual initiative designed to encourage students to read for enjoyment and learning. 926 schools, including Tin Can Bay School, took part in the challenge, with students reading more than 2.39 million books! Congratulations to all the students who participated in the Premier’s Reading Challenge. Students who successfully completed the challenge received a Certificate of Achievement signed by the Premier of Queensland. Students who did not read or experience the allocated number of books for their year level received a Certificate of Participation.

PREP SEA LIFE EXCURSION What a fantastic experience it was for the Prep students to head to the Sunshine Coast to visit Sea Life. It was a sensory overload with so many amazing things to see, touch, smell and hear. From the spectacular Seal Show to the touch ponds and the abundance of water creatures, we certainly had a jam-packed day. The sharks with their big sharp teeth, the mystical manta rays and the cute little penguins were amongst our favourite animals to stand and observe. Lots of tired little people on the way home who I am sure slept really well that night. We were all very proud of everyone’s behaviour which made for a most enjoyable day.

Above: Preps Ani, Hudson, Lincoln, Henry, Lewis, Kai, Nate and Memphis enjoying the Sea Life excursion

LEADERS CAMP The 2021 Leaders Camp saw students from years 5 through to 9 experience challenges that required a lot of determination and resulted in thorough excitement. Whether it was on mid ropes, bridge building or the giant swing, the teams were reliant on trust and teamwork. The giant swing challenged all students to have trust, not only in the equipment but also in the people. All students encouraged each other to do their best and to keep going. This boosted each student’s confidence and made them feel safe. Students were able to form connections with students in other grades in all team building activities. The camp also allowed students to step out of their comfort zones, teaching them to never give up and always try their very best. Students came to the realisation that part of being a great leader means respecting others by not judging their ideas or talking over them and listening to everyone’s ideas. Left: Students learning how to be great leaders on their recent Leadership Camp

YEAR 3/4 CAMP For our year 3/4 camp we headed to Mudjimba and stayed for two days and one night. We faced some hard challenges but also did a lot of fun activities like low ropes, beach games, round robin and, most importantly, the mud pit challenge. For the low ropes, you needed two spotters to catch you if you slipped or fell off the course. For the beach games there was a big bucket with holes in it. Each team used two smaller buckets and they had to go into the water and fill them up. Whoever filled up the bigger bucket first was the winner. For the mud pit challenge, we got very dirty! In the round robin there was dodgeball, t-ball, soccer and hockey. Camp quotes: • The beach was my favourite and I loved sleeping in bunk beds. Sophie S.

• I liked seeing all the animals, especially the kangaroos. Tyler B • My favourite activity was the low rope course. Kelsey C. • My favourite thing was the mud pit. Izaya B. • My favourite food was the garlic bread and we had delicious dessert. Cooper S. • My favourite food was the burgers. Layla H. • My favourite things were the food and the cabins. Angus B. • I never thought I would have to shower the inside of my mouth! Kirra K. Written by the Year 4 students Right: Dirty after the mud pit challenge

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Fishing, Boating & the Great Outdoors

Tin Can Bay Fishing Club News Alan Rippon – President

HE CLUB HELD its annual general meeting in late October with a new Executive and Committee being elected. The club was left in good order by the past Executive and Committee. Official club fishing trips have been few and far between due to wind and rain, however club members have reported some good catches of mangrove jack – a bit on the small size at times, but as the

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Catches of tailor are still being reported up to 60cm in length, bream are still in abundance with plenty being landed, summer whiting now starting to become more plentiful. Good sized flathead are also prevalent on the edges of drop offs during the last couple of hours of the outgoing tide. Whole prawns and pilchards have all been working well as has the Zerek Live Cherabin – yes, the same one the jacks like! There are also a few mud crabs around in the upper reaches of the creeks at the moment, but it seems to be how many pots per crab and not how many crabs per pot. Don’t forget it’s your responsibility to know the fishing regulations. NB Possession limit of 7 per person / 14 per boat (with 2 or more

Mangrove jack caught by Chris Rippon

Deckhand Harry landed this stunning coronation trout

people on board). Why not have a look at the government website and give yourself a quick refresher on the regulations. https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/ activities/boating-fishing/rec-fishing/ rules/limits-tidal All boaties and recreational fishers are asked to keep a good look out for the large numbers of dugong and turtles that have been seen in our waters recently. Please maintain a good look out while motoring along and always be ready to take evasive action to protect them. www.tincanbayfishingclub.com.au Ph 0437 242 171 tcbfishingclub@bigpond.com

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Thank you for helping keep our local prawns and waterways safe

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1. Don’t use supermarket prawns as bait or use heads and tails as berley 2. Check your bait is from a bait shop or catch your own 3. Make sure you dispose of unwanted bait and seafood in the bin, not into our local waterways. Imported, raw prawns sold at supermarkets may carry diseases, such as white spot disease, which, if introduced into our marine environment, could have devastating consequences on our local prawn populations. These diseases only affect crustaceans, not humans. And cooking the prawns will kill the virus which means they are completely safe to eat. It only becomes problematic if raw prawns purchased from the supermarket are used as bait, as they could introduce diseases into the wild. Prawns bought from a bait supplier are safe to use, so it is recommended you use these or you could always catch your own. Catching fresh bait is a great way to improve your chances of catching fish and can be a fun activity for the whole family. The fresher the bait the more appealing it is to fish. If you catch your own bait, remember movement restrictions are in place for raw prawns, yabbies and marine worms caught in South East Queensland. https://www.daf.qld.gov.au/checkyourbait

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Creative Cuts Blues Burners at the Country Club Originally formed 15 yrs ago on the Sunshine Coast this group of fine tuned musicians have a passion steeped in the Blues. They will take you on a journey from Chicago thru Texas into the American Deep South, playing the music of John Lee Hooker and Muddy Waters to Stevie Ray Vaughn. A five-piece band that pumps with the groove and experience of Roger Koller on bass, aided by the backbeat drive of Ross Healey on drums. The powerful lead vocals and dobro slide guitar of Travelin’ Blues Man Mark Porter resonates with Gold Coast guitar slinger Doug Marsden and blues harp maestro

Peter Stuart. From 7pm on 3 December at the TCB Country Club.

Get down with Graeme Jensen A country boy born and bred in the foothills of Mt Kanhygan near Gympie, Graeme is an accomplished singer/songwriter & producer. His talent has seen him perform many times at the Tamworth Country Music Festival and The Gympie Muster, and he’s had the honour of supporting some of the biggest names in Australian country music. Check him out at the Sports Club on 17 December.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE

See in the New Year with Crossroads “Crossroads” band is based on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, playing rock songs from the 70s and onwards, their songs are specially chosen to get the audience foot tapping and up dancing, while singing along to their favourite tunes. Please join them for a night of fun and music to see the old year out and the new year in. Tin Can Bay Country Club, Friday 31 December, 8:30pm 2021 to 12:30am 1 January 2022. Free entry.

We’ve had a suggestion submitted to us to include a monthly live entertainment guide in addition to our Creative Cuts and What’s On pages, do you agree? The only way it will work is if venues submit their events to us each month, so make sure you send us your entertainment bookings at info@rbcn.com.au Here is what we have for this month, hopefully this section will grow with your help!

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Cool Lula Blues Burners Just Jen Entertainment Olivia Ruth Junction Road Michael Gant Graeme Jensen Rockin’ It Retro One 4 The Road So Fresh Vibes with DJ Roly Crossroads

Don’t forget Tin Can Bay RSL has different live entertainment every Sunday 12-2pm Contact individual venues for full details.

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SPORT

Pink Ball Day a hit for Golfing Ladies

Helen Gordon Golf Committee Secretary

OUR GOLFING LADIES had a successful day raising money for the Jane McGrath Foundation which provides Breast Cancer Nurses for all communities. Our annual event, which is always well patronised, managed to raise $3000. Funds from the big raffle, competition fees, and the generous contribution of the Country Club all helped towards this figure. The Marina Bar and Grill once again provided very welcome prizes which we accepted gratefully. Our 2021 golfing year is coming to a conclusion and we are looking forward to all the visitors coming to the area joining

us to either play social or competition golf. Anyone with a Golf Australia handicap is welcome in our weekly competitions. Bookings for social and competition golf can be made through the Pro Shop by either ringing 0409 727 577 or visiting the shop. James takes bookings for players wishing to improve their skills or anyone who would like to learn to play golf. He will discuss the price of his lessons with you and arrange a time. The Specials Board is just outside the entry to the Pro Shop. Take a look at what is on the shelves and clothing racks, and you may find a Christmas present for someone. Until next month, a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year to all.

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Aqua Aerobics Tuesdays & Wednesdays 7am with Sarah from Cooloola Coast Pilates • Cardiovascular Exercise • Toning Exercises • Pilates in the Pool? Let’s try it! and

Mondays 7am & Thursdays 8.30am with Bec from Rainbow Beach Health & Fitness Email: aquatic@rainbowsportsclub.com.au • Phone: (07) 5486 3191

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Plenty of action for the Dragons

The Yacht Club celebrated the Melbourne Cup in style

Yacht Club has plenty to celebrate

The Melbourne Cup was celebrated with games, prizes for the best dressed female and male, a delicious, seemingly HE BIG NEWS is that the club is turning Ÿ Is the technician fully qualiﬁed licensed? ending lunch including delightful 40! See page 9 of this paper for some & never desserts following the all important details of our history. Ÿ Has your room been measured & sized correctly? race. A few people left financially Several of the Club’s Flying Fifteens and Have you recent work from the installer? advantaged having been lucky with the crewŸ attended the seen Flyingany Fifteen National regatta at Sandgate in October. The overall Ÿ Can the installer provide ongoingsweeps. support & service? A school holiday sailing programme will winner was from RQYS with 2 TCBYC boats Ÿ Will the installer use premium products, provide quality be held on 19, 20, 21 January. taking 4th and 5th place: Reliance 22 workmanship & and leave jobsite clean & tidy? For further information go to the Tin Can skippered by Nicky Magyar Coolthe Bubbles Club website, conditions? Facebook page skippered by Ken Ÿ Does theBubb. installer know the local Bay areaYacht & environmental or phone Kay 0447 631 479 or Russell 0405 The handicap trophy was won by Di and 063 894, or email karinya.one@gmail.com Graham Lee in Flying Fandango. By TCBYC

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Head Coach Sandy Wooster being presented with Life Membership of CDBC. (L-R) Kerri Southern, Sandy, Elaine Dimmock, and Pam Gorey.

hiking, and climbing the many gorges within this area. All agreed the best part of the three days UR CLUB HAS been so happy to welcome was the swim in the creek at the end of six new members into our club and also the day. four keen prospective paddlers. On Sunday 14 November our monthly All together the numbers coming to meeting as well as our Annual General paddle means we need to take our two Meeting was held at the lovely home of boats out on the water on our training days our Head Coach Sandra Wooster and her ...what a great sight! If you would like to husband Chris. A delicious barbecue lunch come and join us we would welcome you and games followed the meeting. too! At the AGM Sandra was presented with a We no longer provide Auto electrics service so no 21 November found us competing in Life Membership Award for all her work and to Kawana. have any our advertising. youin many the Manly longer Regatta wish at Lake We in dedication over manyAlso yearsifand trained hard for this one. There was positions within the could just remove thestiff recommendation in Club. the advert. competition from teams from Wide Bay, Congratulations, well deserved Sandy! AlsoBrisbane, maybeandjust it with a light blue surround. Sunshine Coast, Goldtry Coast. Our Club will take a break from 9 In our Club great importance is placed on December 2021 until 9 January 2022. For team work both on and off the water. With any info on Dragon Boating please phone this in mind, in mid-October, ten Dragons Sandra on 0402352756. and two “brave” husbands of Dragons Cooloola Dragon Boat Club wishes the headed to the magnificent Carnavan Gorge community a very happy and safe Christmas for three days of physical and social activity, and New Year season.

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Happenings

Library

Visit us at: www.gympie.qld.gov.au/library Facebook: www.facebook.com/GRLibraries

Fun for Kids at our local Libraries Christmas Activity Book Stop by your local library branch between Monday 13 and Thursday 23 December for a free take home craft book. Suitable for children aged 5-12 years.

Summer Reading Club The Summer Reading Club is open to all primary school aged children and is free to join with a library membership. Starting in December 2021, record your reading and collect incentives along the way. There are competitions to enter and prizes to win and it ends with a fabulous finale. All you need to do is register to join in the fun.

Thursday Robotics Gympie Library – Every Thursday 3.30-4.45pm Come down and get hands-on in one of our fun, relaxed sessions. No bookings required but space is limited.

Tinker Table

Explore the field of geospatial science and see how drones are used in everyday life. This session is designed for beginner pilots aged 8 and above. Bookings essential: phone 5481 0859 or visit here to book online

Drones for Intermediates Gympie Library – Thursday 9 December 3.30-4.30pm and Thursday 13 January 3.30-4.30pm You must have attended one of our beginner drone sessions to participate in this activity. Expand your skills at our intermediate drone flying session. Learn how to code a drone to fly autonomously. This session is designed for pilots aged 8 and above.

Gympie Library – Every Friday 3.30-4.30pm

Scrap Fabric Wreath – School Holiday Fun

Join us for a Tinker Table each Friday afternoon at the Gympie Library Makerspace from 3.30 – 4.30pm. All activities are based on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Maths). No bookings required but space is limited.

Gympie Library – Monday 13 December 1-2 pm

Drones for Beginners Gympie Library – Thursday 2 December 3.30-4.30pm and Thursday 6 January 3.30-4.30pm

Join us as we make a scrap fabric wreath to hang on your door for the holidays. Suitable for kids ages 5 – 12 years.

Christmas Tree Decorations Gympie Library – Wednesday 15 December 1-2 pm Join us as we make some Christmas-

themed decorations to hang on your tree for the holidays. Suitable for kids aged 5 – 12 years.

Drone Racing Gympie Library – Friday 17 December 2-4 pm Join us any time between 2-4pm as we test our skills as Drone Racers. This is a drop in session so you don’t have to book however space is limited. Bookings essential: phone 5481 0859 or visit here to book online

Visit your coast library: gympie.qld.gov.au/library RAINBOW BEACH Monday & Thursday 9.30am – 12.30pm, Wednesday & Friday 2pm – 5pm, Saturday 9am – 12noon. Ph: 5486 3705

TIN CAN BAY Monday & Wednesday: 9am – 12.30pm, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9am – 5pm, Saturday: 8.30am – 11.30am. Ph: 5486 4355

Rainbow Beach Christian Community News

HE RAINBOW BEACH Christian Community is delighted to host a Community Carols Service on the lawn at the Church of the Good Shepherd on Sunday19 December starting with a sausage sizzle at 5.30pm. Carols will commence at 6.30pm and will be led by Ronnie Timperon and Gympie singing group A Touch of Class, with music provided by Pam Graham

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on keyboard and members of the Cooloola Coast Ukulele Group. Come and join us for an evening of traditional carol singing and items by local singers and musicians. BYO chairs and rug. Sausages and candles will be available for a gold coin donation and drinks will also be for sale. For further information, please contact Ronnie on 0413 135 867.

Grab your dancing shoes and head to the

Dance

Hall! Cooloola Coast Jingle Bells Old Time & Well Known Dances Saturday 11 December 2021 7.30 - 11.30pm at Tin Can Bay RSL Hall Doors open 7pm. Music by The Silver Comets Christmas theme: Red, white, green. Or normal neat casual dress standard Bring your own supper and refreshments (urn will be provided with hot water). Filtered cold water available

Applications now open for Get Local Community Grants G

YMPIE REGIONAL COUNCIL is now accepting applications for funding as part of the Get Local Community Grants program.

The Get Local Community Grants program provides community organisations with support to host small-scale events across the region in alignment with Neighbour Day 2022. Neighbour Day is a national day of celebration which occurs on the last Sunday in March each year. It aims to increase positive and sustainable social connections between people and communities throughout Australia. Grants of up to $800 are available for eligible events that occur between 16 March and 13 April 2022.

Lucky door prize, raffle, lucky spot prizes while dancing, Monte Carlo prize.

Councillor Dan Stewart says the events that receive funding as part of the Get Local Community Grants program will provide many benefits to our region, including activating our public spaces, supporting local musicians and entertainers, and providing free or low cost events for the community to enjoy.

Admission $10 per person. For registering attendance please contact Julie on 0428 824 115.

“Putting on any public event isn’t cheap and the Get Local Community Grants program will help local community groups cover certain costs including venue hire, catering, entertainment, decorations, marketing and promotion, or traffic and waste management.

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“I encourage all of our local community organisations to submit an application and start planning your Neighbour Day celebrations today,” he said.

Please remember to bring your dance shoes in a carry bag and to wear normal shoes to the dance - when inside please change into your dance shoes so you can dance comfortably in dry soled shoes. You will stick to the floor and do damage to your knees if you wear normal rubber soled and non-leather soled shoes on the dance floor.

Applications close on Sunday, 19 December 2021. For more information, visit www.gympie.qld.gov.au/residents/yourcommunity/grants-and-funding or phone Council’s Community Development Team on 1300 307 800.

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TRADES

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Covering Cooloola Cove, Rainbow Beach & Tin Can Bay 4WD Accessories

Electrician

Gympie 4 x 4 Accessories

07 5482 7474

Air conditioning Brad’s Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

5486 2781

Bull Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

0421 245 260

Climate Control Air Conditioning

5486 4362

Cooloola Coast Air Conditioning

5486 4499 0418 724 814

Sub- Cooled Air Con/Refrigeration

0436 338 631

Mechanical

Smiley Mick Electrical

0448 955 768

Rainbow Beach Rustproofing and Mechanical 5486 3228

Earth First Electrical

0448 195 070

Rainbow Beach Service Centre and Towing

HM Coastal Electrical

0439 688 710

Op Shop Equipment Hire

Vinnies

5482 2737

Mini Backhoe Hire 0418 184 966

Tin Can Bay Community Church Op Shop

5486 2055

Cherry Picker 0418 820 892

Pest Control Flooring

Auto Electrics Rainbow Beach Auto Electrics

0499 144 678

Floorzone

5482 6500

Functions & Hall Hire

Bank BOQ Gympie

0439 713 789

Barber Bayside Barbers

0403 435 369

Building & Excavations

5486 8555

Beach to Bay Pest Management

5486 8686

Termites@Cooloola

0409 86 86 86

Plasterer

Rainbow Beach Community Centre

5486 3355

Furniture

Garry Thompson

0402 240 448

Plumber

Cooloola Coast Bedding & Furniture

5371 5689

Jeff Hogues Plumbing

0458 259 418

Bob the Builder 0417 728 510

Garden Supplies

Real Estate

Hall Homes 0438 864 152

Cooloola Cove Landscape & Garden Supplies 5488 0222

Cooloola Coast Realty

5486 3411

Michelle Agnew C21

0428 585 175

Gas Supplies

Paul Downman C21

0407 181 404

Rainbow Beach and Fraser Island Gas Supplies 0400 657 797

Rainbow Beach Realty

5486 3900

Glass and Aluminium

Safety Supplies

KJ Homes

0427 136 571

Killer Excavations

0417 192 651

Cabinet Makers Cooloola Coast Cabinets

5488 0443

Car Dealers

Lighthouse Glass and Aluminium

John Madill Toyota

5488 0601

Rainbow Beach Safety Supplies

0492 045 405

5480 5555

Graphic Design

Cleaning Clarks’ Cleaning, Laundry and Maintenance

0456 783 023

SAJE Graphics

Signs 0439 089 238

Handyman

Concreter

Tin Can Bay and Rainbow Beach Signs

5486 2887

Storage

MGB Concrete

0407 228 044

Handiest Handyman

0407 828 881

4rent4sale Storage Sheds

5486 4577

Scott Sandilands

0418 793 256

Looney’s Labour

0412 641 743

Cooloola Tin Can Mini Storage

1300 727 025

Courier Followmont

0427 585 663

Mitre 10 Cooloola

Taxi 5486 2000

Health Providers

Gympie Cooloola Pet Resort

Rainbow Beach General Practice

5353 1000

Channon and Lawrence Dental

5482 7688

Rainbow Beach Chiropractic

0447 275 673

Rainbow Naturals

0473 408 359

In-Home Care

0411 072 379

Training

5481 2846

Kennels and Catteries

Taxi Service

Rainbow Beach Hardware, Fishing & Camping 5486 3444

Curtains and Blinds & Security Classique Blinds Screens & Awnings

Hardware

5301 9340

ESSENTIAL SERVICES

All States Training 5483 5364

Legal Services/ Solicitor Cosgroves

0418 729 474

Slater + Gordon Lawyers

1800 555 777

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SES Flood/Storm Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 500 SES - Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 3314 SES - Tin Can Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 4604

Rural Fires Neerdie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0400 865 132 QPWS Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 9900 QPWS Tewantin (7 days) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5449 7792 Gympie Regional Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1300 307 800

City Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coastguard Tin Cay Bay - VMR 417 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Community Centre Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cooloola Coast Medical Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

HOSPITAL Gympie Hospital & Community Health . . . . . . . . . . 5489 8690

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Doctor Tin Can Bay, Cooloola Coast & Rainbow Beach . . . 5486 4600 Rainbow Beach General Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5353 1000 ENERGEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 62 62 EPA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1300 130 372 FIRE & RESCUE - Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 3169 Tin Can Bay Fire Warden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0409 828 414 Rural Fires Goomboorian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0417 793 286 34 – Rainbow Beach Cooloola Coast Community News – December 2021

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JUSTICE OF THE PEACE (JP) Call for an appointment: BRADY, Christine (Tin Can Bay) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 4327 BROWN, Stephen (Cooloola Cove) . . . . . . . . . . . . 0431 059 952 DEACON, Arthur (Cooloola Cove) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0419 624 208 FISHER, Peter (Rainbow Beach) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0407 95 4678 HAMMOND, Judith (Cooloola Cove) . . . . . . . . . . . 0418 774 808 Library - Tin Can Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 4355 Library - Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 3705

Local Disaster Management CCCLDMSG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 4483, 0439 862 264 Cooloola Cove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5488 0436, 0459 26 374 Wallu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0419 685 338 Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0427 863 007 Pharmacy - Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 3070 Police - Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 8765 Police - Tin Can Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 2426 Police - non urgent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 444 POISONS Information Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 11 26 School - Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 9333 School - Tin Can Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5488 1222 Tin Can Bay Community Church Op Shop . . . . . . . . 5486 2055 Wildlife Rescue ANARRA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5484 9111 Llew O’Brien (Federal Member) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4121 2936 Tony Perrett MLA (State Member) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5329 5100

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WHAT’S ON DECEMBER TBC External Bronze Medallion course, RB SLSC, contact Kelly on surf@rainbowbeachsurf.com.au 3

Blues Burners from 7pm at TCB Country Club free entry

Barefoot Bowls Christmas Party, TCB Country Club from 4.30pm, live music & free food, $10 to enter, to register phone Hilly 0412 134 752

CCCLDMSG quarterly meeting, 9.30am Cooloola Cove Veterans & Community Hall, contact Terry Steele on 0439 862 264

Wide Bay Training Area Range tour, meet at TCB RSL 9am for safety briefing, return to RSL 2pm. Put name on list at the RSL.

10 Edible Flowers Talk, Gympie Library 10-11am bookings essential: 5481 0859 11 Santa Comes To Rainbow from 3pm at RB Community Hall, twilight markets, live music, raffles, Santa photo booth 11 Christmas in the Cove, 3pm at Vets & Community Hall Cooloola Cove, carols from 6pm. Bring a chair or picnic rug to enjoy an afternoon of Christmas fun and music.

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31 NYE Party with DJ Roly, RB Sports Club, free entry. 90s & 00s theme - prize for best dressed. Ph 5486 3191 31 Crossroads perform at TCB Country Club from 8.30pm, free entry

Wednesday 6.30am Heart Foundation Walking Group TCB, Maggie 0400 756 6158am Table Tennis, RB Community Hall, $2, all levels welcome 8.30am Kindy Linq, RB School Library 9.30am Cooloola Card Makers, TCB Library

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1-3pm Acrylic Art Free Workshops at TCB Community & Men’s Shed, most materials supplied, Info: Raewyn Oliver, 0412 995 512.

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11 Jingle Bells Old Time & Well Known Dances, TCB RSL Hall, $10 admission, lucky door prize & spot prizes while dancing, raffles. Call Julie to register attendance

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8am Heart Foundation Wheelie Walking Group Cooloola Cove, Maggie 0400 756 615

1st & 3rd Rainbow Beach Art Group, RB Library 10am, phone 5486 3705 for more information

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9am Macrame, Men’s Shed, Carole: 0437 880 438

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12 Carols in the Park presented by TCB Community Church, Lions Park TCB, from 5pm with carols at 6pm. Bring your own seat/blanket. Santa will be stopping by!

11-11.30am First 5 Forever Storytime (2-5 year olds) at RB Library

3rd Friday - Writing Fridays at Gympie Library - join other writers in practicing and honing your literary skills, 10am12pm, phone 5481 0859 for more information and to book

11am -12.30pm Book a librarian, RB Library

4th Friday Community catch up at RB Hall, 8am

Tuesday

8am Heart Foundation Wheelie Walking Group Cooloola Cove, Maggie 0400 756 615

2nd Tuesday - Veterans and Community Morning Tea, Tin Can Bay RSL, from 10am

9am-12pm Chess/Rummykub at TCB Community & Men’s Shed, gold coin for morning tea, no need to book

2nd & 4th Nibbles & Giggles at Goomeri Library, social get together to chat over a cuppa, 10am - ph: 4168 4340

2.30-4pm Book a librarian, TCB Library

8.30am Kindy Linq, RB School Library

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9am TCB Quilters, TCB Community Centre, President Louise Hanks 0488 951 881

6.30am Heart Foundation Walking Group TCB Maggie 0400 756 615

10am Tin Can Bay Art Group, TCB Library

2nd Saturday Rainbow Beach Market. Book: 5486 3355

18 Shed Shop Sale Day at The Community Shed, Amity Place TCB. Info: 0491 175 038 19 RB Sports Club Members Christmas Party - prize giveaways and boat raffle drawn. Starts 2pm, live music, full and social member draws, visit from Santa. Call 5486 3191 19 Community Christmas Carols featuring local musicians and singers, 6.30-8.00pm with sausage sizzle from 5.30pm, Church of the Good Shepherd, Carlo Road RB 25 Christmas Day! Merry Christmas to all

10-10.30am Baby Bounce (0-2 year olds) at RB Library

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11am-12pm English Conversation Group, come along to make new friends and improve your English, Gympie Library, bookings not needed 12.30-3.30pm Join in at TCB Library for an afternoon playing Mahjong, an ancient Chinese tile game of strategy, calculation and skill with a measure of chance. This group is open to everyone, young and old 2-4pm Book a librarian, TCB Library

3rd Saturday Tin Can Bay Market. Book: 0418 711 897 2.30pm Little Athletics, TCB School oval, Jess: 0411 218 254 5pm Mass at St John Vianney Catholic Church, Bream Street, TCB, (week 1, 2, 5) and St Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church Mass, Manooka Drive, RB (week 3, 4)

Sunday 7am Mass Rainbow Beach (week 1, 2, 5) and Tin Can Bay (week 3, 4) 7.30am Dragon Boating, Sandra: 0402 352 756 9.30am Service at Good Shepherd Church, 17 Carlo Road, RB, followed by morning tea all denominations most welcome

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A fun 3 day 'Learn the basics of sailing' course at the Tin Can Bay Yacht Club for 7 - 16 year-olds. Dates: 19th, 20th and 21st January 2022 Fees: $230, includes Yachting Australia fee (insurance) and membership to the TCBYC until end of June 2022. Vouchers for $150 may be available to cover the cost (conditions apply) from: www.ald.aov.au/recreation/soorts/fundina/aetintheaame/aetstarted

For further information: Go to the Tin Can Bay Yacht Club website, facebook page or: Phone Kay 0447 631 479 or Russell 0405 063 894 or email: karinya.one@gmail.com 38 – Rainbow Beach Cooloola Coast Community News – December 2021

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Hello again to those in Rainbow Beach Land. What another beau ful month it has been. Hasn’t the year ﬂown by! It is only four weeks to Christmas, and everyone is preparing for the fes ve season. Everyone is star ng to think of holidays and businesses are ramping up for the busy season. Let’s hope Christmas turns it on for everyone in town. Whether you’re leaving or trying to keep quiet. Tourism is what Rainbow Beach relies on. If we do not have tourists, we do not have essen al services, medical facili es, ﬁre and emergency, essen al food services, and reinvestment into cri cal infrastructure. With con nual disrup ons of lockdowns, unpredictability and future uncertainty, the last thing Rainbow Beach can withstand is another unnecessary forced closure. Covid has shown that Rainbow Beach would not exist without tourism. Maybe it is me to have the discussion about an increased permanent popula on to withstand the uncontrollable factors. This way the town would support essen al business to invest into our community providing a be er living lifestyle overall. Anyway, enough about our “democra c” society, not sure what free choice is anymore?

As this is the last spiel for the year. I would like to thank everyone that has supported us. We have installed new equipment, upgraded sec ons and brought in a whole new range, with s ll more to go early new year. Thanks to the locals. Have a happy fes ve season and “stay safe” ll next year.

Matt, Bernie, Justin, Liam & our friendly staff at the IGA

Sports Report Nothing like the excitement of another cricket scandal before the next Ashes. When everyone thought Tim Paine was the leadership answer, nothing like a photo can sort it out. That is his personal life and my interest is in it is really low but I guess the media need something to report about. Isn’t the only higher role in Australia the PM posi on? I heard the same woman had interest in his brother-in-law. Fame hun ng? The Wallabies had a trip overseas and well that’s more than anyone in Queensland. They didn’t fly on the field but at least they could fly. Football. Does it make you jealous watching interna onal sports where stadiums are at full capacity? Experiencing the atmosphere of a packed house at a top flight EPL team would be thrilling. It is good to see Manchester United struggling like always. Ole is no longer at the wheel.

Chelsea shows oﬀ our fabulous new deli, ready for you to buy all your goodies for Christmas.

This is a paid adver sement and the views of the writer are not necessarily the views of the Rainbow Beach Cooloola Coast Community News owners or staﬀ.

A big hello to all our valued customers - both local and visi ng, come and see your friendly staﬀ at your local IGA today

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