Rainbow Beach Community News October 2023

OCTOBER 2023 Volume 26 | Issue 10

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Stroll The Story Walk

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Celebrate Our Sensational Seniors

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Good Shepherd Turns 30

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Gympie Region Seniors Month 2023

Throughout October, people of all ages, cultures, and abilities will come together and connect, celebrating the essential roles that older people play in our communities. All in all, it’s going to be a connect fest!

Seniors Expo on 25 October

Come along to the Gympie Senior Citizens Centre and connect with services for older people as well as recreational and social groups in the Gympie region.

9.30am to 12pm. Free morning tea.

Picnic in the Park on 29 October

Bring a picnic to Memorial Park to celebrate Queensland Grandparents Day. Music, old fashioned games, and the announcement of the Senior Citizens of the Year Awards by Mayor Hartwig. 10am to 12pm.

For more information and the full program of events go to gympie.qld.gov.au/seniors

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Gympie Regional Libraries Story Walk:

Dive into the Magic of One Remarkable Reef

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AMILIES ACROSS the region are invited to embark on an enchanting journey with the launch of the Gympie Regional Libraries First 5 Forever Story Walk, featuring Kellie Byrnes’ captivating children’s book, ‘One Remarkable Reef’.

A wonderful blend of nature, storytelling, and outdoor adventure, promoting early literacy and togetherness. Each page is displayed on standalone signboards, placed at intervals along Lawrie Hanson Park, Rainbow Beach.

Turning a simple walk into a progressive storytelling experience.

‘One Remarkable Reef’, is vibrantly illustrated

by Rachel Tribout and explores the diverse

marine life found in Queensland reefs. The book encourages young readers to appreciate the beauty of our ocean while learning about the reef’s most threatened creatures.

First 5 Forever is a State Library of Queensland initiative and supports early literacy programs for families. Storytime sessions are free and are run at each Gympie Regional Library branch.

To find out more information about events for children and families please visit library. gympie.qld.gov.au.

The story walk will be available until 12 October so don’t miss your chance to experience ‘One Remarkable Reef’ in the beautiful surrounds of Rainbow Beach.

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Cooloola Coastcare Threatened Species Survey

Linda Tabe, President

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YAP calls for Enviro Kids Jess Milne

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S YOUR YOUNG one into nature? Do they want to learn more about native animals and biodiversity? Then register them for a new YAP Project called Boost Biodiversity. The project will be focused around increasing habitat, food sources, and nesting options for native animals and insects.

The project will involve observation and survey of existing plants, animals, insects, and structures then research and planning into what would enhance and expand these before implementing some improvements such as nesting boxes, planting, and habitat rehabilitation.

Suitable for ages over 8 and the project will involve a series of sessions that will be scheduled to suit those interested. To register please contact Jess Milne on 0411 218 254 or email cooloolacoastyap@ gmail.com as there are limited places.

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OOLOOLA COASTCARE members were joined by volunteers from the region recently to conduct a survey of endangered plants in the local area.

We are so lucky to live amongst the exuberant floral biodiversity of Cooloola!

The sandy soils may present a challenge for gardeners trying to grow exotic flowers and veggies, but our local flora have had many thousands of years to adapt to the low nutrients and poor drainage of the Wallum country.

Every spring, the bush comes alive with yellows, then pinks, then whites, as the season progresses.

A selection of the region’s most visible heath wildflowers are described in Cooloola Coastcare’s ‘Cooloola Wildflowers and Walks’ booklet.

A second edition of the booklet, containing expanded descriptions, and 8 more plants, will be available soon.

All native plants are protected against collection from the wild, but many can be purchased from the Cooloola City Farm Native Nursery to beautify gardens, and provide food and shelter for birds.

Although some local plant species are abundant

Above: Cooloola Coastcare and local volunteers recently undertook a survey of endangered plants in our beautifully biodiverse area.

Right: Keep an eye out for the second edition of the hugely popular wildflower booklet, due for release soon.

and widespread, some are threatened, mainly by development, land-clearing, and competition from invasive weeds. The recent, Queensland Government-funded survey has enabled us to understand more about the distribution of threatened species in the area, so that they can be protected from further decline.

Cooloola Coastcare gratefully acknowledges support from the Queensland Department of Environment and Science, Community Sustainability Action - Threatened Species Recovery grant program, as well as the collaboration of The Queensland Herbarium, Gympie Regional Council, Department of Defence, and Red Ash Consulting, Bundaberg.

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October is Seniors Month Honouring our remarkable local Seniors

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OMINATIONS ARE now officially open for the 2023 Senior Citizen of the Year Awards. These awards honour and celebrate the outstanding achievements and contributions of senior members of our community who have made a positive impact through their dedication, service, and leadership.

Gympie Regional Council Mayor, Glen Hartwig, warmly encourages community members to acknowledge the invaluable contributions made by their senior neighbours and consider nominating them an award.

“Every single day our senior community members generously dedicate their time and

talents, selflessly giving back to the community in many ways. Their dedication and commitment are truly admirable, and their invaluable contributions often go unnoticed,” Mayor Hartwig said.

“These awards are a great opportunity to shine the spotlight on key individuals and the positive contributions they make in our community. If you are aware of someone whose efforts deserve recognition, we kindly encourage you to consider nominating them.”

The Senior Citizen of the Year Awards coincide with Seniors Month in October and form part of a month-long celebration of seniors in the local community, and across Queensland.

Nominations for the Senior Citizen of the Year Awards are open to individuals aged 60 or above who have made notable contributions to the local community within the last 12 months.

For further details and to access nomination forms, visit: www.gympie.qld.gov.au/seniors.

Nominations close Sunday, 22 October 2023.

Winners will be announced at Picnic in the Park held on Grandparents Day, Sunday 29 October 2023 in Memorial Park, Gympie from 10am – 12pm.

Bring a picnic and come along and celebrate.

For more information on the range of events being held for Seniors Month across the region please visit www.gympie.qld.gov.au/seniors

Seniors Get a Healthy Dose of ‘Old’s Cool’

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HE OLD’S COOL – Health Matters project will be bringing a series of free pop-up health clinics and community education workshops to Gympie, Tin Can Bay, Imbil, and Kilkivan in October, for Senior’s month.

The workshops and clinics bring together academic expertise and student engagement from the University of the Sunshine Coast’s Healthy Ageing Hub (based at its Gympie campus), connections through Gympie Community Place, and insights from healthcare professionals from One Bridge. Funding for this project has been provided by Gympie Regional Council.

Each pop-up clinic will provide free health assessments by a registered nurse from One

Bridge and health information from UniSC students.

Local service providers will also be in attendance to assist in understanding health options, such as how to navigate mainstream health services and My Aged Care.

The Kilkivan and Imbil events will also provide community education workshops. Topics may include how to maintain good brain health, dealing with grief, and/or how to stay independent and live at home for longer.

Following on from Senior’s month, community education workshops will be held in Gympie and Tin Can Bay in November. Further details on these workshops will be provided in the coming weeks.

Event dates and locations:

Gympie: Wednesday 11 October, 10.30am-3.30pm Gympie Community Place, 18 Excelsior Road.

Kilkivan: Wednesday 18 October, 11am-3pm Kilkivan Public Hall, 31 Bligh Street.

Imbil: Wednesday 25 October, 10.30am-3.30pm Imbil Hall, 14 Edward Street.

Tin Can Bay: Thursday 26 October, 11am-3pm RSL Hall, 45 Gympie Road.

These events are focused on older residents.

However, we welcome anyone that would like to attend.

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Good Shepherd Turns

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APPY 30TH BIRTHDAY to the Good Shepherd Church! A dedicated service taken by the present minister Rev. Shaji Joseph, past minister Rev. Kev Lewis and L.A. Beris Trainer was held to celebrate this milestone.

Lyn Bleakley kindly supplied a brief history of Rainbow Beach’s first church: “Before mid 1993 the Anglican and Uniting Church congregations were worshipping in the Sports and Recreation Club on alternate Sundays with a minister from the St Peters’ Parish and a pastor from the Uniting Church Both had to travel out from Gympie each Sunday.

After some time the Uniting Church could not manage to send a pastor every Sunday. The two congregations decided to stay together and pray together. At the same time the Catholic congregation was worshipping weekly at a private residence and subsequently in the dining room of the local hotel/ motel.

As Sunday trading at the Club increased this could no longer continue so the Anglican/Uniting group moved out to conduct their Sunday services in a tiny, ex-Forestry Dept hut. At this stage Rainbow Beach had less than 100 permanent residents, but at holiday times we had many thousands of visitors enjoying our ideal beach and camping facilities; good fishing as well in those days.

Early in 1993 one of our Gympie church members saw an advertisement offering a 1958-built decommissioned church to a needy developing Parish in the Brisbane Diocese. St Peter’s Parish Gympie proved to be the most needy for our fast growing Cooloola Coast region.

So in May 1993 the old church was cut in half to be transported to the present Carlo Road site.

Above: First activity on church block in 1993.

Photo supplied by Lyn Bleakley

A mighty effort and transformation in 9 weeks accomplished by the generosity of many in the community (whether religious or not) with their time, talents and enthusiasm working together.

Until the Catholic Church was built, we provided a centre of worship for the Anglican, Uniting, and Catholic congregations. In the past it has at times also provided for Baptist and AOG congregations and we welcome any recognized Christian Groups to join our community effort and partake in our ecumenical vision.

With fundraising and donations our Rainbow Beach Church is free of debt and still proving to be a boon to all congregations and the community as a whole. It continues to be a place for family worship and fellowship.”

Annette Collins, Rev. Kev Lewis, and Rev. Shaji Joseph cut the cake made by Sandra Strohfeldt.

Photo supplied by Beris Trainer

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Fiona Hawthorne SECRETARY

Referendum Polling Stations

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IRS WERE approached earlier this year by the Australian Electoral Commission with regards to using the hall as a polling station for the upcoming vote on the referendum.

This would have meant approx. $1200 total hall hire income, with cleaning and recycling charges. The

entire Community Centre would be closed off for security reasons so no hall, CIRS office, kitchen, or toilets access for the public from Friday to Monday.

Unfortunately, the date ended up falling on 14 October - our monthly market and free film night weekend.

Given that the amount of income from Markets and AEC was similar, we refused the AEC offer and instead will support our loyal market stallholders who would have missed out on their market income.

Polling Station locations had not been finalised at time of writing,

however, Postal Voting will be available.

If you have changed address, you may want to update your details on the electoral roll and find out about postal voting on the AEC website: www.aec.gov.au/referendums/vote/ postal-voting.html

Free Film Night

Free Film Night

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- October A World Cafe discussion followed September’s CoolaFlix free film event hosted by CCWAB.

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OOLOOLA COAST Women and Business convenor Elisa Seul was thrilled with the response when CCWAB hosted our CoolaFlix free film for September.

The film they chose was Under Cover, an Australian documentary about the journey of nine older women

into homelessness.

Following the screening, Elisa facilitated a World Cafe event with five tables providing feedback and suggestions on local solutions to social factors such as the current housing crisis.

Impact Films kindly provided the film free of charge, thanks to financial support they received from accommodation giants Quest Apartments.

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UR COOLAFLIX free film for October will be the iconic 1971 Australian surf film Morning of the Earth (Remastered).

It was the first Australian movie soundtrack to win Album of the Year, and the surf footage is timeless.

Warning: this film is not rated but Parental Guidance is recommended for children under 15 years of age.

It contains beach nudity, drug use (bongs) and animal cruelty (a cock fight in Bali). These scenes are short and contextual, given the early 1970s relaxed film censorship laws, and social and cultural standards at that time.

Don’t miss this film - it explains so much about surf culture and why so many Australians now in their sixties and seventies still aspire to live a free and simple lifestyle on the coast.

CoolaFlix film nights are free entry thanks to a grant from FRRR (Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal).

Host group on 14 October will be Cooloola Coastcare. More details on start time, food, bar, other fundraising, to follow as available keep an eye on Facebook.

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Stop by on 14 October.

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AINBOW BEACH Markets are held the second Saturday of each month inside and outside the hall. Summer starting time is 7am to noon.

We have live music, great coffee, original artworks, sourdough bread, scrumptious cakes, handstuffed olives, jewellery, opals, clever craftwork, fabulous fabrics, something for everyone.

Main street of Rainbow Beach - you just can’t miss it!

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N CONJUNCTION with Community Action Inc, CIRS will begin providing assistance for people experiencing hardship on the Cooloola Coast.

Assistance will be provided by means of grocery vouchers (no cash) at Tin Can Bay Library Offices on Tuesdays 1pm-3pm and Rainbow Beach Community Centre Meeting Room on Thursdays 1pm-3pm.

We will try to find appropriate support and offer referrals to other agencies however this may

involve finding transport to major regional centres such as Gympie or Maryborough.

Our volunteers are not permitted to drive clients there, so please do not ask.

We want to build up the service to provide a better local response and if anyone has time to volunteer or resources they would like to contribute, please call our office on 5486 3355.

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E WERE successful with our Gambling Community Benefit Fund application for hall curtains, a drinks display fridge, an upright freezer, a laptop and peripherals, and stage lockers to secure our AV equipment.

The curtains should reduce noise

and absorb sound as well as block out daylight for improved daytime projector use, provide privacy for hall hirers, and improve the financial viability of ticketed events in the hall.

The curtains are due to be installed by the time this goes to print.

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E HAVE HAD a fantastic response from the community to our Book Sales. Not only do we sell a lot more now, we are receiving a lot more well.

We are observing allasCovid-19 procedures Book sales really help with running costs - please follow the signage at entry. of the hall and the CIRS office, so please keep them coming.

We may need notice to accept and store them. Some volunteers have physical limitations so please call us on 5486 3355 first to make sure we have room.

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Rainbow Beach School P&C News

Melissa Spanton SECRETARY

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ERM 3 IS OFFICIALLY done and dusted, and the students and staff are enjoying a well-earned break.

Students and teachers alike have been working tirelessly this term and we are very proud of all that the students have achieved. With only one term to go we are all left pondering how quickly the year has passed us by already.

A few weeks ago, the students all participated in a craft activity for Father’s Day which had them all decorating glass jars with pictures and messages to their loved ones which were then filled with all the sweet treats Dads, Grandfathers and carers could want.

The P&C has also been busy finalising the application for the Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) program, and we are on the home straight. We are excited to finalise the last part of the application and formally announce the positions vacant!

Rainbow Beach OSHC is committed to providing a quality care service by offering a friendly, happy, rich, and engaging environment to support children and families living and working on the Cooloola Coast.

We believe in providing a comfortable, safe and nurturing space for all children regardless of gender, age, background, additional needs, practices and beliefs.

To support this, we are looking for educators / carers for our OSHC program which will run before and after school, Monday – Friday and Vacation care during the school holidays. The positions include a Centre Co-ordinator along with Educators / Carers. The role descriptions can be found in the position’s vacant advertisement.

We anticipate a start in 2023 pending final approval of the application process.

If you are interested in the possibility of joining our program or are looking to develop a career in this area, please contact us at rainbowbeachpc@ gmail.com or 07 5486 9333. We look forward to hearing from you.

We wish all our families a safe and enjoyable School Holidays, and we look forward to seeing you all again in Term 4!

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We are very excited for many other events we have coming up so be sure to keep up to date with any news from the P&C on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/PandCRainbowBeach.

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Lucky Irene was the first winner of the new Bonus Bucks bingo game Cheryl Zunic TREASURER

Crack out the fancy cups Wendy Ritchie

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CWA IS ACTIVE in the community and is very aware times are tough, so we have decided with our Hoy mornings that are held every 3rd Wednesday of the month to offer more practical prizes like groceries, cleaning items, or vouchers with $15 value. Come join us for a fun morning at Cooloola Bowls Club at 9.30am for 10am start.

Entry is still only $7 with lucky door prize and morning tea. Raffle for a $30 Tin Can Bay Meat Tray for $1 a ticket and our regular Money Board is $1 a ticket. Good luck.

Our Annual High Tea is on 11 October so there will be no Craft that morning.

Heaps of prizes, raffles, and lovely traditional High Tea food. Bring your own plate, cup, and saucer – there will be a prize for the fanciest setting.

Secret Judge will mingle.

As always, we continue to keep those knitting needles clicking. A big donation was delivered to Wishlist

to distribute to hospitals – Trauma teddies, octopuses, owls, and icy pole covers. All items are always in demand and we have run out of wool.

We would like to put out a request for donations of any wool or craft bits and pieces to continue our items made by our members for donations.

Please ring our president Wendy on 0412 547 043.

Thank you to all the wonderful people in our community that have made donations, are happy to sew Domestic Violence Bags, and other items. We recently had a donation of a sewing machine and then another lady donated a sewing machine cabinet. Thank you ladies much appreciated, these are already set up at hall.

Country Kitchen is going strong, new activities Cooking for 1, Cooking for 2 and Cooking on a Budget will be offered as workshops soon. Tin Can Bay School cooking activities are going well, it was mini muffins and mini pizzas last month. Held second

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MAJOR SOURCE of income for the Cooloola Coast Local Ambulance Committee is weekly Bingo which is held every Thursday at the Tin Can Bay Country Club, commencing at 9.30am.

A recent innovation has been the introduction of a new game called ‘Bonus Bucks’. There is a guaranteed jackpot of $100 with no call limit so a winner is assured.

The new game will be included in the usual session on the last Thursday of the month.

All proceeds go towards equipment and other necessities for our local Ambulance Stations.

So come along and you may be the lucky person who goes home with an extra $100.

Mollie with the Country Kitchens recipe Banana and Pumpkin Loaf.

Friday of every month, an excellent morning, thank you to the volunteers.

Gabriella and Wendy have now completed Country Kitchen Level 6 Facilitator Training – Advocacy.

Congratulations ladies, your training is now completed.

Craft – only on the first Wednesday morning of this month: 4 October.

Coffee and a chat – 18 Whiting Street, Tin Can Bay. High Tea (held in place of our second Craft morning this month): 11 October. Cooloola Bowls Club, 10am till 12 noon. Booking essential. $10 – contact Jill 0417 732 807 or Dawn 0407 595 030. Lucky door prizes, displays, raffles galore. Prize for fanciest tea setting.

Hoy – 18 October (held every third Wednesday of the month), Cooloola Bowls Club, 9.30am for 10am start. $7.

Enjoying cooking class at Tin Can Bay School with David.

Enquiries – Wendy President 0412 547 043 or Dawn 0407 595 030

Dancers kept on their toes Julie McPhail

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SPRITELY DANCE patrons enjoyed a fun evening of specially chosen tunes and dances to help celebrate the 70th birthday of the founder of the Cooloola Coast Dances Group, Julie.

Although sadly it began with an

unfortunate event of one of our patrons enduring a health episode.

The ambulance officers were very helpful and assisted the lady to hospital. An update is from her husband that an operation was carried out and she is now recovering.

We wish her all the best for a speedy healing process and look forward to

seeing her back on our dance floor.

Dancing went late into the night and early morning. After two brief suppers during the night patrons commented on the huge success for the dance. The next scheduled dance is on Saturday 21 October.

The next lesson date is Saturday 7 October 3-5pm. The dance chosen is

the Rumbaette plus more. Karen and Mal invite you to come along for the session. Please contact Julie 0428 824 115 for more details.

Pictures attached for everyone to see the enjoyment that is had at our once a month Old Time Dance get together.

Hope to see you there.

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Join me howling at the Moon Workshop

Wonders at TCBCAMS Carole Lehmann

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A couple of karaoke regulars getting in some practice for Howling at the Moon.

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S I WALK IN the door I notice Brian Smith breasting the RSL Sub Branch bar, a can of his favourite Guinness in his hand.

Brian originated from Scotland and has an accent as wide as his broad brimmed hat. He lives on his yacht ‘Saskia’ off Tin Can Bay and is a great supporter of our RSL when he’s in port and the tides are right.

I say, “Hey mate, are you up to a bit of Howling at the Moon on 28 October?” Brian looks at me like my mind has gone and says, “What are you on about Roscoe?”

So I explained: “The Tin Can Bay RSL is holding a ‘Howling at the Moon’ spit roast dinner and Open Mike night on Saturday 28 October.

“We carve at 6pm, with tickets $30 for adults and $15 for kids 4 – 12 and proceeds go to the Support Veterans Care Association.

“We need great musicians like yourself to get up and sing a few songs.”

Brian said, “Well that sounds fine as long as I can get up with my guitar and sing my choice of songs. It’s great to see the proceeds go to such a tremendous cause.”

“Brian you’re on,” I say. “I might even get up and have a sing and a dance myself!”

This is sure to be a hoot, with the entertainment facilitated by Buzz Karaoke so come along for a fun night of great food and good music. Book early with Gail or Darah, 3pm – 6pm Tuesday to Sunday, phone 5486 2110.

IN CAN BAY Community and Men’s Shed (TCBCAMS) held stained glass work/copper foiling and mosaic workshops in September. Participants were able to complete their projects and take them home.

These workshops proved so popular, more are planned for October and November. If you’d like to join, please call Narelle on 0429 836 426 for stained glass and Helen on 0428 666 020 to register your interest for mosaics.

Pottery classes are planned for early 2024. Watch this space for more info.

TCBCAMS is a community organisation aiming to promote and support the mental and physical well being of members. If you’ve ever thought of becoming a member, take advantage of our special offer – from 1 November $50 gets you 14 months’ membership for the price of 12!

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UNDAY 10 September was a great celebration at the Tin Can Bay Country Club, combining the second anniversary of the Cooloola Cove Wheelie Walkers (CCWW) with the sixth anniversary of the One Step at a Time Tin Can Bay Heart Foundation Walking groups, as well as the 80th Birthday of Albert McAlister.

Albert was “blown away” by the gathering’s reaction upon his arrival: the blowing of the party poppers and whistles, everyone singing Happy Birthday and the surprise of seeing family members and friends, including ex-neighbours Susan and Bob Spencer, who all had travelled to Tïn Can Bay for the occasion.

Sixty gathered to honour Albert, and to celebrate our milestones.

Thank you to Jamie and staff for your assistance in making our day enjoyable.

Huge thanks to Tina and James

Scullion for decorating the tables and windows so artistically with the red and white theme and lots of hearts.

A big thank you to Arthur, Tin Can Bay Bakery for the light-as-a-feather chocolate sponge iced Happy Birthday cake, delectably delicious.

Great to watch the slideshow of our Heart Foundation Walking photos compiled by Kristine and Ralph Pack, thank you. A reminder of how much we have grown these past few years. Membership of our combined HF Walking groups on the Cooloola Coast now is seventy.

Welcome to another three new members, Sally, Marilyn, and Tamar into our CCWW Walking group.

Check out the website www. mymarathon.com.au: “A marathon effort to look after Australian hearts. We all know or love someone who has been impacted by heart disease. Around 50 lives are lost each day in Australia due to coronary heart disease, more than any other cause, and it has a devastating impact on the families left behind.

“Now there’s something everybody can do to help. The Heart Foundation’s MyMarathon is your Ralph, Tina, Melissa, Kate, and Col (left side), Lorraine, Verna, and HF Walkers enjoying lunch celebrating the combined birthdays.

Photo credit: Kristine Pack

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opportunity to raise funds for heart disease research that will help save lives, while challenging yourself to walk or run 42.2 km (or more) over hours, days or weeks during October.

You can do it on your own, or as part of a team with friends or colleagues.”

I wonder if there’s anyone, an individual or group, on the Cooloola Coast ready to take up this challenge?

On Wednesdays and Saturdays, “One Step at a Time TCB” departs Tin Can Bay Bakery - the early group at 6.30am, the later group at 7am.

Cooloola Cove Wheelie Walkers meet by 8.30am Mondays and Fridays at the bus shelter on Nautilus Drive outside the Cooloola Cove Shopping Centre.

Contact Judy Kiddle in Cooloola Cove, 07 5486 2181 or myself on 0400 756 615. Walk Yourself Happy!

OOLABAY CHOIR meets for an hour on Wednesdays, 3pm in the Cooloola Cove Veterans and Community Hall, to enjoy singing a wide range of songs: old, new, world, rounds, harmonies, and sing-along...something for everyone!

We are keen to welcome new members, and open to all-comers, as there is no need to have prior knowledge of how to read music.

Singing is fun, good for the mind and soul.

Some of us are lucky to have the opportunity of enjoying the sounds of a much larger choir, for example, Oriana, when it’s performing in Gympie, at St Patrick’s Catholic Church, and on the Sunshine Coast.

Oriana Choir meets and practises in Buderim on Thursday evenings.

Next month at St Patrick’s, Gympie, we can be part of the audience of the “Simply Classical” Concert. We look forward to items performed by the Cooloola Community Orchestra and the Gympie Strings, maybe the James Nash Choir too.

For information about joining our Choir here on the Cooloola Coast, contact Maggie, 0400 756 615, Maggie1Travers@gmail.com

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UST A SMALL report as we are only helping feed the homeless in Gympie which is controlled by Marlene Owen and her trusty helpers.

It’s an evening meal for around 30 with no fixed address.

This month we donated $1500 to help. There have been NO other SOSs sent out to us for help which is rather pleasing for a change.

Again many thanks to Wayne Kerle who coordinates our bottle and can collections. The Big 4 at Carlo Point where a lot of our income is derived, the Watts family, Carlos, and all that deliver to our bins at 10 Tingira Close: thank you to all too.

To all in Tin Can Bay many thanks for helping Wayne including Bay Auto.

We know of many 10c returns going to landfill at the BP, and we can’t possibly do anymore, so hopefully an organisation like the school could sort there and make $$ for a good cause.

We will have a stand here in early

October at the Rainbow Markets to raise funds. There will be some great kids wooden toys to fill the Christmas stocking, some crockery, and much more. Suncoast Leisure Furniture will also have a couple of new timber tables and these demo models will be discounted.

Rainbow Beach History Book (Stories from those who arrived prior to 2000).

This will be the last call to get your stories and pics in by Wednesday 11 October.

This publication is really filling fast with 230 of 300 pages filled by midSeptember so we would hate to see you miss out.

We need to get this out by Christmas for sale, with proceeds going to a charity; maybe Little Haven, Men’s Health etc but to be decided by contributors.

Contact Tony Stewart 0408 767 930; rainbowfishing33@gmail.com

Plenty of handmade wooden toys will be for sale at our stall at this month’s markets.

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OOLOOLA COAST PROBUS Club members have been enjoying life with lots of fun, with more to come.

In August we joined host club Gympie, with members of Maryborough Combined and Gympie Widgee Clubs, for a Bowls and Games Day which was held at the Tin Can Bay Country Club. This is an annual event.

Following morning tea we had the choice of playing outdoor bowls or games (Scrabble, RummyO or Canasta). It was most enjoyable playing with members of other clubs.

This was followed by lunch and a trivia session in the afternoon.

September meeting guest speaker was Felicia Long, Events Coordinator for Gympie Regional Council who spoke about Library services – including e-books and magazines, technical help, and events conducted through all six branches.

Two new programs now at Tin Can Bay Library – Tinny Chat for coffee and chat and Armchair Traveller to share your travel experiences.

We are looking forward to upcoming events – lunch at Sublime Farm/ Brewery with a free $25 main course thanks to funding from Gympie Regional Council Community Grants.

It will be a wonderful occasion at this country venue.

John Olson with Maryborough club members Cynthia and Kay playing Canasta.

To celebrate Seniors Month and Probus Month In October we are holding the following events: Local seniors are invited to book and join us for the FREE Games Day and Sausage Sizzle to be held at the Crab Creek picnic area commencing at 10.30am on Saturday 7 October.

To assist with catering, seniors are invited to book by contacting Jo on 0428 762 572 or Kaye on 0421 648 129.

On Saturday 21 October, we are offering a FREE Dolphin Ferry Cruise leaving at 10.30am and returning at 12 noon. We then invite everyone to join us at the Country Club for lunch (at your own cost).

For information, phone Jo or Kaye.

This event is being supported by the Queensland Government and COTA. Meetings are held on each second Monday of the month at 2pm at the Sandcastle Motel in Tin Can Bay and include a guest speaker and a break for afternoon tea and a chat.

For details contact our President, Katrina on 0407 637 691 or Secretary, Kaye at cooloolaprobus@gmail.com

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You can feed wild dolphins in Tin Can Bay, visit a historic lighthouse via the Great Beach Drive or world-class scuba diving.

If you make the most of the outdoors then you’ll love our backyard playground.

You can choose from extreme adventures and ultimate indulgences - a rejuvenating massage, secluded picnics beside a freshwater lake or delicious seafood and views in our eateries and clubs.

Our coast has abundant fishing whether off a beach, on an estuary or from a deep sea charter, right on our doorstep!

Birdwatchers, nature-lovers, bushwalkers, 4x4 enthusiasts and surfers call our corner of the world: ‘paradise’.

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Arcobaleno on the Beach Wood fired pizza, delicious pasta, coffee & cake. BYO, dine in, take away, home delivery 07 5486 8000. In the Post Office Arcade facebook.com/Arco.on.the.beach/

Ed’s Beach Bakery Bread, cakes, muffins, the BEST pies in town! Open 4am-5pm, 7 days Shell Servo Complex. 07 5486 3080 Rainbow Beach

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Fresh & cooked local seafood, fish & chips, burgers, laundromat, at the Big Marlin Open 8.30am-7.30pm Fri-Sat, 8.30am-7pm TueThu & Sun 54 Rainbow Beach Rd, opp QPWS Office

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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.

Poona Lake 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.

Searys Creek Only 7km from town towards Gympie, with 2 waterholes, boardwalks, bridges and history – do read the sign and spot the creatures.

Always cool on the hottest of days.

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 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.

Tin Can Bay Foreshore 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.

Tin Can Bay Wildflower Walk 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.

‘Instaworthy’ location - check out our colourful stairs and share a photo on our socials.

Carlo Point For spectacular sunsets over the water, take a cheese platter or fish and chips and watch the day’s end.

This favourite fishing spot is only 3 km from Rainbow Beach.

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Catch these beauties along the foreshore in Tin Can Bay. Christmas Bells (Blandfordia grandiflora) usually flower from November to March but have decided to pop up already this year.

and cultural features of the world’s largest sand island between Dilli Village and Happy Valley. Or trek 102 km from Noosa to Rainbow Beach through sandblows, past lakes and spectacular views.

Fraser Island K’gari World heritage listed, K’gari has over 40 lakes, rainforests, sand dunes, wildlife, four wheel driving and fishing! Take a 1 or 2 day tour, hire a 4WD or take your own. Cross the barge at Inskip Point, permits are online or at the Parks Office.

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Tin Can Bay P-10 State School Wildlife HQ Zoo

Sea Life Aquarium

The Wildlife HQ Zoo became a bustling hub of enthusiasm on 17 August, as the Year 1 students embarked on an unforgettable excursion.

The Tin Can Bay Prep students had the best day ever at Sea Life Aquarium!

The excursion was organised to complement their science unit, providing an immersive learning experience.

They explored eleven fun and interactive animal zones across three levels, including Little Blue Penguins, Tidal Touch Pool, Seahorse Sanctuary, Jellyfish Kingdom, and clever seals at the Seal Show.

The highlight of the excursion was undoubtedly the eighty-metre ocean tunnel where the sharks glided past and the stingrays soared overhead. It was certainly a thrill!

At the end of the day, many smiles, conversations and jaw dropping moments were shared by all creating memories lasting a lifetime.

For many students it was the opportunity to have an up-close encounter with the animals.

The highlights of the day included patting the frilled neck lizard and holding an albino python.

Above: Grace Marsh and Paige Richardson hold the albino python.

Students witnessed first-hand the playful antics of the monkeys and the meerkats p l a y i n g p e e k- a - b o o through the windows.

Heath checks out the starfish in the Tidal Touch Pool.

Below: The Year 1 students on their recent excursion to Wildlife HQ Zoo.

Wildlife HQ Zoo on the Sunshin e Coast was an incredible excursion opportunity for the Year 1 students and, I’m sure, one they will never forget.

The Prep students with teacher Stacey Searl in the eighty-metre ocean tunnel.

P.A.R.T.Y Excursion

This excursion, designed to foster positive decision-making, exposed them to a spectrum of activities. From understanding responsible drinking and driving safety to experiencing the effects of alcohol with goggles, the day was rich in learning.

The students then learned about an autopsy process and identification, legal implications, practised CPR, and delved into trauma injuries and emergency room procedures.

The students also had the privilege to hear

The Year 10 students recently embarked on an informative journey to Gympie Hospital as part of the Prevent Alcohol and Risk Related Trauma In Youth (P.A.R.T.Y.) Program.

P.A.R.T.Y. is an in-hospital injury prevention program run state-wide across many Queensland Hospitals aimed at providing teenagers with information about trauma that will enable them to recognise potential injury-producing situations, make prevention-oriented choices, and adopt behaviours that minimise unnecessary risk.

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Zayne and friends enjoying the Tidal Touch Pool.

from Ben, a compelling speaker who shared his personal journey.

Ben’s powerful story of ending up in a wheelchair due to drinking resonated deeply. He urged the students to find equilibrium between their freedom and responsibilities.

This additional perspective highlighted the importance of making informed choices, reinforcing the excursion’s mission to guide our Year 10 students toward positive decision making for their present and future.

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Busy month ahead for TCB Bowls Club Rowena Giles

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NOTHER SUCCESSFUL Invitation Day was held in September, thank you to all for supporting the day. Preparations for the two-day Mens’ Carnival are in full swing with the greens full. The mens’ pennant team is coming 3rd, and Tin Can Bay has done well on our away visits.

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ITH QUITE a few people away on other adventures only seven boats were rigged to race in the blustery SE winds and with wind against tide to the windward mark it made for a challenging sail. The deck crew watched the ‘Dash to the Start’ in front of the club house whilst having lunch.

In October we have the Mens two-day carnival, Come and Try Day, Ann and Barry’s Day, Pink and Blue Day, Beryl Murray’s Memorial Day and the regular interclub events.

Last chance to order a club shirt, order will be placed after the Mens’ Carnival.

Once again, please check the notice boards and get involved.

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Ghostly Gatherings There will be ghostly gatherings on Friday 27 October in preparation for Halloween during the day and evening.

Another themed event, so come dressed as your favourite spooky, scary thing (optional). On the menu will be Vampire vitals, Spooky spuds and Witch’s brew.

Come and enjoy the spirit! course with minor breakages and injuries but all was well back at the clubhouse with a drink and sausage sizzle and a tale or two to tell.

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Invitation Day, being held on the first Tuesday in October, will be a Memorial Day for Beryl Murray with all monies going to Palliative Care, a service that was very close to Beryl’s heart. It’s just not the same without Beryl and we all think of her with the fondest memories…our little pocket rocket.

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One Flying Fifteen only made it past the port marker at the creek entrance when a loud bang put an end to their race. The rope between the top of the jib and the halyard snapped causing a falling down jib and the boat to limp home with a very flappy sail.

The next to retreat home was the skiff, before it sunk, which was wallowing with about 40 litres of water in the hull, leaking in through the centreboard casing.

The Laser sailor having survived the first race decided that the last leg upwind on the second race was too much and with discretion sailed home.

The remaining four boats completed the The deck crew watched the start from dry land while having lunch.

Please check the boards for details of upcoming events and put your name on the list if you are interested.

Take a deep breath Tin Can Bay, we have a very busy month ahead.

Welcome to our new members, please see one of the committee if you have any questions or if you would like to assist with any of the events.

Photo from the Dash to the Start - with boats still intact and above the water!

HE OFFICIAL launch of the Wes Mitchell Park parkrun in late July had 112 participants complete the 5km course along the Tin Can Bay foreshore, and has continued to prove popular. Parkrun has a large following with people coming from far and wide to experience courses while enjoying a stay in the local area.

If you would like to join this worldwide movement then register for free on the parkrun website then pop along to an event any Saturday morning.

All clothing, Shoes & Accessories The Wes Mitchell Park parkrun sets off make sure you get there by (excluding Jewelleryat and7am piety so goods) 6.45am for the induction and to warm up. Wes Mitchell Park is opposite the library in Tin Can Bay.

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Cooloola Dragon Boat Regatta Hippies, dragons, dalmatians, Barbies and so much more were all part of the fun on the dress up Sunday of the Cooloola Dragon Boat Regatta in September.

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Junior Golfers do Bay Proud Peter Scott

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S PART OF THE Sunshine Coast and South Burnett District Golf Association which includes Glasshouse Mtns, the 2023 Tin Can Bay Junior Open was held on Sunday 10 September 2023. The tournament was open to players from the district who are under 18 years of age.

It is with great delight that I advise of the outstanding performances of our own Oakley Hall and Charlotte Rensonnet.

Oakley was the gross score winner on the day with a very fine score of 75.

Yep, that’s three over par for the entire course off the stick. The young man also finished with a very neat 70 nett.

I know quite a few oldies who could only dream of such a score, including me. I’m sure both Aaron and Shona are chuffed at Oakley’s win.

Charlotte flew the banner for the Tin Can Bay Ladies. Nine-year-old Charlotte played in Division Two and came home with a best nett score of 72 and a win. Don’t we all wish? I bet Adam is one very proud dad.

They both qualify for the Frank Schmidt Cup which is played at Noosa Springs in November. A big congrats to you two from all the members.

Please congratulate and encourage the pair when you spot them at the club.

Our Ladies held their own annual Open Day on 8 September 2023. The ever-reliable Carolyn Gamble took Division One honours with a fine 39 Stableford points. Elizabeth Price had a nifty 37 for second and Lyn Bade had a close one with 35 to take third on countback.

In Division Two the winner, D. Cronin, was from Caloundra and our two ladies, Diedre Henderson and Di Oxton fought out second and third on countback 35’s. Not to be outdone, Heather Smith from Tin Can Bay scored a massive 41 points to get the chocolates in Division Three.

C. Eggins from Headland Golf Club took second place with 39 and J. Fitzgerald nailed down third place with 35. The Ladies Open day had many other prize recipients, so a huge congrats to the winners, players and organisers for such an enjoyable day.

On 7 October 2023 the Tin Can Bay Country Club Golf Club will hold the annual Mens Open day. This will be the 48th time this event has been run.

It is hoped that the weather gods will look after us on the day making it a success.

The time that is left for this year will not ease up as far as golfing goes. By the time this goes to print we will have had the Country Club AGM and our own Golf Club AGM in November.

The watering system is progressing well with holes two through to eight completed. It is expected that the front nine will be completed by October. The works are going well with very little disruption to the golf.

Social Golf has also increased and we are welcoming new members joining each month. With school holidays upon us we saw an influx of visitors to the area and golf is one of the sought after activities.

On 5 October 2023 Barry and Anne Hudson will be holding their annual Golf and Bowls Day. The $5 entry fee gets you 9 holes of Golf followed by a BBQ lunch then 10 Ends of Lawn Bowls.

It is a fun day for Club members and visitors alike with lots of frivolity and banter to mix with beer and wine. Just get your names down on the sheet in the Club kiosk to get a start.

It’s a great day and a lot of fun.

Don’t forget we have a courtesy bus to ferry you back home afterwards (local to the area).

With all the above and much more to come, it’s great to play at the Bay.

Above: 2023 Tin Can Bay Junior Open gross score winner Oakley Hall.

Below: Division Two winner Charlotte Rensonnet keeps her eye on the ball.

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Fishing, Boating & the Outdoors

Tin Can Bay Fishing Club Alan Rippon PRESIDENT

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MENTIONED IN our last article that we were getting close to announcing the dates for our 2 free Fishing Training Days, well here they are – 7 & 14 October.

Or they can be requested from the Club Secretary – email tcbfishingclub@ bigpond.com or phone 0437 242 171.

At the time this article goes to press the Club will be very close to the end of our club year, as such we will be holding our annual general meeting this month on 16 October when a new management committee will be elected.

To register you need to be over 8 and under the age of 18. There are only 10 places available on each day. Participants must be registered prior to the event and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the entirety of the event.

As a result I believe that it is fitting that we publicly acknowledge our sponsors and supporters who have supported us for the past 12 months (or more) and made it possible for us to operate successfully.

Registration forms can be downloaded from our website www. tincanbayfishingclub.com.au click on the COURSES tab at the top.

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Above: Club member Marquis Chapman with a nice bass.

Right: Members of both clubs socialising at the recent casting competition.

As such I pass on our sincere thanks to the following:

• Tin Can Bay Mower Marine & Cycle Centre

• Bunnings Warehouse Gympie

• Tin Can Bay Newsagency

• Campbell’s Bake House

• Tin Can Bay Tourist Park

• DeeCees Tax Service • Rainbow Beach Community News • The Chandlery Bait & Tackle • Gympie Regional Council • The Mount Pleasant Hotel

Now for a brief summary of what happened in September. It was a busy one for the club, we ran our usual monthly competition and presentation plus our mid-month

2-day event; in addition we hosted the Hervey Bay Amateur Fishing Club at our club house for a BBQ and a friendly casting competition.

The casting competition was held instead of a fishing competition due to the bad weather.

Our club won the casting competition which was a bit of redemption for us after our disastrous performance last year in the fishing competition.

Ok we may have had the upper hand on Hervey Bay as we’ve been running this type of event for a few months now, and we didn’t tell them about the event until the day they arrived.

A great time was had by all, and Hervey Bay graciously presented us with the trophy they won last year for the fishing competition.

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Fishing, Boating & the Outdoors

Rainbow Beach Amateur Anglers Vern Ezzy

VICE PRESIDENT

September Trip Report The 8th trip for 2023, this was a go as you please event held between Noosa River Mouth and the northern tip of Fraser Island on 9 and 10 September 2023.

Weather Conditions Conditions were extremely challenging with very strong winds gusting up to 35 knots at times, as a result the offshore competition was cancelled due to dangerous conditions.

Despite the adverse conditions some good bags of fish were presented at the weigh in.

Interclub Competition This trip was the club’s annual Interclub Competition with the following clubs being represented: Bribie Fishing Club (AFAQ), Landsborough Amateur Fishing Club, Power Boat Anglers Club.

We had 32 competitors weigh in fish for the trip including 3 juniors.

Congratulations to those who weighed in. Well done on braving the conditions! Category results were: Interclub - The Cedric Byrne Memorial Cup 1. Rainbow Beach Amateur Anglers 2. Landsborough Amateur Fishing Club

3. Bribie Fishing Club (AFAQ)and Power Boat Anglers Club Thank you to the visiting clubs for making the competition a success. It was great to see so many members from other clubs attend the weigh in.

Senior Inshore: 1. Craig Hamilton 31 Points 2. John Hollingworth 26 points 3. Darryl Wandrey 20 points Medals sponsored by Cooloola Window Tinting – Signs & Designs Senior Offshore (Inshore Fish weighed in): 1. Jim McGuckin 16 Points 2. Dave Livick 10 Points 3. Patty Glover 9 Points Medals sponsored by Cooloola Window Tinting – Signs & Designs Juniors: 1. Ollie Pearce 17 points 2. Sonny Bennett 6 3. Maeby Kirby-Clark 1 Points Medals sponsored by The Deck @ Sea Salt Target Species Whiting (401 grams) – John Hollingworth Sponsored by Gardiner Fisheries Flathead (2,156 grams) – Mick Tierney

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Sponsored by Cooloola Window Tinting – Signs & Designs Cod (1,687 grams) – Darryl Wandery Catch & Release No Catch & Release entries recorded

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CTOBER BRINGS us to Mental Health Awareness Month – a time to shed some light on our mental health and overall wellbeing.

1. Start conversations: initiate open and non-judgmental conversations about mental health with friends, family, and colleagues. Excellent online resources on how to have a conversation are available at beyondblue.org.au, ruok.org.au, and kidshelpline.com.au

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Being aware of one’s own mental state and taking steps to practice self-care, such as seeking help when needed, is an integral part of maintaining good mental health.

During this month, individuals are encouraged to prioritise self-care practices that promote mental wellbeing. This might include exercise, meditation, journalling, or simply taking the time to relax and recharge.

Whether it be a gentle walk along the foreshore, taking a long bubble bath, writing down a list of goals or things we’re grateful for, or downloading the Smiling Mind app (Australia’s number 1 mindfulness app – and it’s FREE!), the message is clear: taking care of our mental health is just as important as taking care of our physical health.

How can you get involved?

Participating in Mental Health Awareness Month is not limited to mental health professionals or organisations, everyone can contribute to the cause:

volunteer with mental health organisations and charities that provide essential services and resources to those in need. Each October the Black Dog Institute (blackdoginstitute.org.au) raises funds through their One Foot Forward initiative. Participants can sign up through their website.

Where to seek support:

Firstly, and it can’t be emphasised enough, seeking help when needed is a sign of strength, not weakness. It’s a huge step in working towards better mental health. If you are concerned about your mental health, here are some steps to consider:

• Talk to someone you trust: start by confiding in a friend or family member you trust. Sometimes, sharing your feelings and experiences with someone can be a significant first step.

• Consult your General Practitioner: your primary care Doctor can provide guidance, rule out any underlying medical conditions, offer you a Mental Health Care Plan, and refer you to a mental healthcare professional if necessary.

• Elder Abuse Helpline QLD: 1300 651 192 qld.gov.au/seniors/safetyprotection/discrimination-abuse/ e l d e r-a b u s e/h o w -to -g e t-h e l p 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday

These organisations and many others are there to provide support and guidance for individuals experiencing mental health issues or crises. Many offer SMS or online chat options so don’t hesitate to reach out to them or encourage someone you know to seek help if needed.

A comprehensive brochure with additional helplines and websites has been created by Brangan Medical and will be available at participating local businesses and community venues this October.

Finally, Queensland Mental Health Week is 7 to 15 October. Lions Club of Tin Can Bay will be raising awareness by turning a tree blue along Groper Street, Tin Can Bay, near IGA. Article by: Sandy Brangan Brangan Medical Business Consultants

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• Qlife LGBTIQ+ Support: 1800 184 527 qlife.org.au 3pm to 12am daily • SANE Australia: 1800 187 263 sane. org 10am to 8pm Monday to Friday *Information current as of September 2023.

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library happenings

Library Activities Talks and Workshops World Card Making Day

Tin Can Bay Library – Wednesday 4 October 12 noon-4pm

Come to the library and create a unique handmade card. Be inspired by the library display showcasing local card makers and borrowable library books and magazines.

Book Talk – Fiona McArthur

Gympie Library – Monday 9 October 10-11am

Join Fiona McArthur as she discusses her new book, As the River Rises, a suspenseful tale of love, redemption and finding your path when you feel surrounded.

Fiona is the author of the non-fiction book Aussie Midwives, and lives on a farm with her husband in northern New South Wales. She was awarded the NSW Excellence in Midwifery Award in 2015 and the Australian Ruby Award for Contemporary Romantic Fiction in 2020.

Bookings essential: 5481 0859.

Local History - Gympie Goldrush Trivia Night Gympie Library – Friday 13 October 5.30-6.30pm

How much do you know about Gympie’s history? Test your knowledge on the ‘who, what, where’ from the early Goldfields and mining era.

Learn some amazing facts and view a range of early photos. No teams necessary.

All ages! Just come along! Bookings essential: 5481 0859.

Local History Walk and Talk: Gold Rush and Mary Street Gympie Library – Saturday 14 October 2023 10-11am

Meet in the library foyer for a walk and talk through the Fiveways area looking up Caledonian and Calton Hills for a talk about the discovery of gold in Gympie and the subsequent Gold Rush. Learn about the early formation of Mary Street and Nash’s Gully.

Bookings essential: 5481 0859.

Fun Things to Do With Your Photos

Rainbow Beach Library – Thursday 19 October 10am-12noon

Learn to shoot, edit, print and store your photos like a pro. This course offers expert tips on great photos. You’ll learn how to move your photos from your camera or device to your computer for editing. Practise basic editing tasks using our Squirrel Editor practise area and then learn how to make fun gifts with your photos for your family and friends.

Bookings essential: 5486 3705.

Author Talk: Lillian Muchiri

Gympie Library – Friday 20 October 5.30pm

Lillian Muchiri’s book, Looking Back to Move Forward, is inspired by her childhood growing up in a small village in Kenya. Her Mum was married as a third wife to her father and she grew up as one of 19 children in one compound.

Her book encourages people to never give up and also urges young people to take opportunities to make a better life. Speaks against bullying and spreads a message of kindness. Join us for an amazing talk about kindness, overcoming hardship and new beginnings.

Bookings essential: 5481 0859.

Author Talk – Chris Hammer

Gympie Library – Tuesday 24 October 5.30-6.30pm

Chris Hammer is a leading Australian author of crime fiction. His first book, Scrublands, was an instant bestseller when it was published in mid-2018. It won the prestigious UK Crime Writers Association John Creasy Award for a debut crime novel in 2019 and was shortlisted for various awards in Australia and the United States.

His latest book The Seven is a compelling thriller filled with intrigue, emotional depth and an evocative sense of place—where nothing is ever quite what it seems.

Bookings essential: 5481 0859.

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Rainbow Beach Ph: 5486 3705

Tin Can Bay Ph: 5486 4355

Monday & Thursday 9.30am – 12.30pm Wednesday & Friday 2pm – 5pm Saturday 9am – 12 noon

Monday & Wednesday 9am – 12.30pm Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9am – 5pm Saturday 8.30am – 11.30am

Celebrating Seniors

Rainbow Beach Library – Thursday 26 October 10am-12noon

BYO Book to the library and meet with fellow book lovers for a chat about the author, and the ‘read’ that you have found interesting and or exciting. Enjoy this experience over morning tea.

Bookings essential: 5486 3705.

Family History Talk

Tin Can Bay Library – Friday 27 October 10–11am

Celebrate Family History Month as you explore online and borrowable library resources. Also, a time to share your success and frustrations with all thing’s family history.

Bookings essential: 5486 4355.

Conquer The Challenges And Start Your Studies Gympie Library – Saturday 28 October 10-11.30am

Learn how to overcome any challenges or fears that may be stopping you from achieving your study goals.

You will get honest and helpful information about university and the support available for you to make a confident decision. You will also hear from former UniSC students who have been in your shoes and can share their insights.

Fun for Kids Game On

Tin Can Bay Library – During Opening hours during October

International Games Month is on! Challenge family and friends to one of the big games during library opening hours.

Suitable for ages 6-17.

Fun Palace

Gympie Library – Saturday 7 October 9am-12noon

Everyone’s a scientist, everyone’s an artist! Roll up your sleeves and get stuck into a one-day-only celebration of arts and sciences, learning, play, and adventure. Fun Palaces are about all of us making things together: a public event where arts and sciences meet. Take part in the experiments and games; draw, write, dance and explore the scientific mysteries of our weird and wonderful world. Suitable for ages 5–105 years.

First 5 Forever - Celebrating Seniors

Rainbow Beach Library – Monday 9 October 9.30–10.30am

F5F this week welcomes Grandparents, Aunts and Uncles as well as any significant, senior family members to join in our story-time. Be entertained as well as pampered with a delicious morning tea.

Harry Potter Magical Potions

Tin Can Bay Library – Thursday 12 October 3-4pm

Celebrate all things Harry Potter...come to the library to find your inner wizardry and witchery powers. Concoct your own marvellous magical potion.

Suitable for children ages 5-14 years. Bookings essential: 5486 4355.

Spooktacular

Tin Can Bay Library – Monday 30 and Tuesday 31 October All Day

Be brave, very brave and come into the library and find the Ghost Crabs.

When you find one, will you find a surprise or a prize?

Suitable for all ages.

Council Corner

to go looking for relevant disaster information, it now comes to you!

Get Ready

You can sign up to the FREE Opt-In Alerts service by visiting Council’s Disaster Dashboard.

GIt’s that time of year to prepare for the upcoming bushfire and storm season.

Take a moment during Get Ready Week from 9 to 15 October to think about and put in place plans for the ‘What if’ events the coming season can bring.

There are plenty of resources on the Get Ready website including understanding your risk, emergency planning for the home and business, home maintenance and preparation, and pet safety.

Be prepared as a disaster can happen fast and with little warning.

Emergency Services Expo and Family Fun Day Make sure to make time on Saturday 14 October to head into Nelson Reserve in Gympie from 10am to 2pm to engage with emergency services and get assistance for preparing for the upcoming summer season.

There will be emergency services displays and demonstrations, preparedness information, entertainment, kids’ activities and a FREE community BBQ.

Opt-In Disaster Alerts Have you signed up to Gympie Regional Council’s Opt-In Alerts? Where you previously had

Illegal Dumping Crackdown You may have noticed signage popping up in spots across the region about illegal dumping.

This is part of Council’s crackdown on illegal dumping as it’s not only a crime, but it pollutes our environment and harms the wildlife.

Council is counting on community support to help maintain the natural beauty of the Gympie region! If you see it, report it. Phone Council on 1300 307 800, email council@gympie.qld.gov.au, use the Snap Send Solve app, or call the State’s Pollution hotline on 1300 130 372.

For information on reporting illegal dumping and further information, please visit www.gympie.qld.gov.au/water-waste/wastedisposal/illegal-dumping

Dear Gympie Exhibition The Gympie Regional Gallery has been at home in the historic School of Arts building for 25 years. Council is marking this milestone by shining a light on the emerging and established artists of the Gympie Region who continue to be at the heart of our story.

The exhibition will run from 6 October 2023 to 4 November 2023 every day at the Gympie Regional Gallery 39 Nash Street, Gympie. Entry is free and doors are open 10am to 4pm.

Blue Tree Shines

For Mental Health in Tin Can Bay The Lions Club of Tin Can Bay will be doing their annual ‘Blue Tree’ for Queensland Mental Health Week to raise awareness and stimulate community conversation about mental health.

It will be on Groper Street in Tin Can Bay from 7 to 15 October 2023.

Last year’s Blue Tree sparked vital discussions about mental health, keep an eye out in October for this year’s version.

There will also be an Art Open Day on Saturday 7 October from 10am to 1pm, the Opening Event on Saturday 7 October from 6pm (registrations essential to assist with catering), and a Projection Art display on the Gallery Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 October from 6.30pm to 9.30pm.

All events are free to attend.

For more information head to www.gympie. qld.gov.au/events/event/599/dear-gympiegympie-regional-gallery-celebrates-25-years

Watch Us On YouTube We’re on YouTube!

Our Council Meetings are live streamed.

Search YouTube for the ‘Gympie Regional Council - Official’ page and click subscribe.

Click the notification bell on our page to get notified when a Council meeting is live.

Contact Gympie Regional Council Contact Gympie Regional Council including: • using the online requests portal on the website www.gympie.qld.gov.au (in the Contact Us section on the top right hand corner of the homepage), • emailing council@gympie.qld.gov.au • phoning customer service on 1300 307 800 • using the Snap Send Solve app, or • sending a message via messenger on the Gympie Regional Council Facebook page.

Councillor Catch Up Cr Jess Milne invites members of the community to catch up and chat all things Council on Friday 13 October 2023.

Please note there is no Cooloola Cove catch up this month as the hall is not available. Would love to see you at either Tin Can Bay or Rainbow Beach if you can make it.

Tin Can Bay Library 9am to 10am Rainbow Beach Community Centre 11am to 12pm

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– BIRD OF THE MONTH –

Zebra Finch

Melissa Marie Photo credit - Scott Humphris

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TS DISTINCTIVE black and white stripes gave the zebra finch its name; a stunning little bird found most commonly in the drier areas of Australia.

Preferring to live in flocks of up to 100 or more birds, zebra finches are the most common and widespread of Australia’s grassfinches, and are found across the Australian mainland.

– cooloola city farm PLANT OF THE MONTH –

Cassia tomentella ‘Velvet Bean Tree’

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EMI-DECIDUOUS shrub or tree to 10m with perfumed 5-petalled yellow flowers on flower spike to 15cm.

Cylindrical pods are 15cm to 30cm. Dense, leafy crown with lime green foliage on dark brown stems.

Note: Council now offers 2 free plants per rates notice WANTED VOLUNTEERS: If you love plants, would like to learn propagation techniques or have experience with plants we would welcome your help.

We at City Farm are Centrelink approved.

Cooloola City Farm Nursery is located opposite the Community Centre at 17 Amity Place off Tin Can Bay Road.

Opening Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 8am-3.00pm 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month from 8.00am – 12 noon.

Cash or EFTPOS acceptable Phone: 0422 215 953 Email: ccfni09@gmail.com

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They like to dine on the ground on grass seeds and insects.

They choose a mate for life, with the female selecting the nest site where she will build, and the male collecting the materials.

The young fledge about two weeks after hatching and are themselves breeding not too long after, making it one of the fastest maturing bird species on record.

A delightful bird that is always a welcomed sight in our outback.

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EPTEMBER HAS seen the completion of several projects that have been happening at the Rainbow Beach Learning Community. The older children have been making an apron in their weekly sewing class under the guidance of Kerry with everyone putting in a fantastic effort.

Aimee has been teaching the younger children Spanish since the beginning of the year and they have loved trying out their new words on everyone. Jade from Anglicare Gympie has been helping the younger children learn about feelings and how they can impact lives, with each child being given a yo-yo as a gift for being part of the program.

Next term we will be starting weekly drama classes with local drama teacher Sheryl Anderson, who also runs an adult class at the Community Centre. The term will finish with a concert on Tuesday 5 December where our young people will showcase what they have been working on through the term and also provide an opportunity to share a talent or skill they have in other areas.

We have some wonderful guests lined up for the term - Gabriella from the Tin Can Bay CWA will be taking the group for an interactive cooking session, Curtis from the Gympie Library will be running a robotics morning, and local Elise Bailey will be facilitating traditional games.

We are going to the next level with the Cooloola Coast Guide for Families, working on the design and layout phase. Rainbow Beach Community News is sponsoring this project and providing much-needed advice with regards to content, layout and printing and the Bay Bulletin will be providing maps for our publication which we are hoping to have available early 2024.

The 2023 Community Bush Dance at the Community Centre on Saturday 16 September was an outstanding success, again featuring Flashjack

Bush Band who were over the moon with the enthusiastic participation of young and old.

Parents and volunteers from the Learning Community provided delicious hot food and an amazing supper that was consumed very quickly after the two-hour dance workout. Georgia and Liam were the best-dressed girl and boy and received a $50 gift voucher from Tom Grady.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the night so much fun and the following businesses who provided prizes for the raffle: Rainbow Beach Horse Rides, Mahaffey Farms, Rainbow Beach Pizza, Bunnings, Rainbow Beach Learn to Surf, Dolphin Cruises, and Hartbeat Training & Consultancy.

Above left: Country girls at the recent bush dance.

Above: Bush dance best-dressed winners Liam and Georgia on stage with Flashjack.

Right: Skye and Darcie with their apron certificate.

themselves. Pindari Life Ltd. a local charity based in Gympie provides the pantry with governance and support.

We still have room for people to join our ‘Cooking on a Budget’ class being held on Wednesday 25 October at the Rainbow Beach Community Centre between 10am and 1pm.

Gabriella Field, Country Kitchens Facilitator for the Tin Can Bay branch of the QCWA, will be facilitating the class that will focus on how to make healthier meal choices on a budget through hands-on instruction, finishing with a three-course meal.

This event is free for pension card holders and will include an apron, bag, and recipe book to keep.

Contact Ronnie on 0413 135 867 to book your spot and be sure to let her know if you have any food allergies or intolerances.

Negotiations are underway with Foodbank Brisbane and Gympie Refrigerated Transport for frozen meals to be transported to Rainbow Beach which will be added to our hampers that include fresh fruit and veggies plus pantry staples such as cereal, pasta, tinned veggies, bread, and a variety of items from local supermarkets that are end of line or near their best before date.

To order a hamper for yourself or someone who needs a helping hand, you can contact us via text to 0413 135 867 or hop onto the Rainbow Beach Community Pantry Facebook page and send us a message.

Community Pantry

The Community Pantry has been blessed with a new freezer – thanks to Scott Taylor and Smiley Mick who tested and tagged it for us – and has purchased new lockable shelving to assist with hamper distribution at the Rainbow Beach Community Centre, where our volunteers continue to distribute around 50 hampers each fortnight to Cooloola Cove, Tin Can Bay, and Rainbow Beach residents.

We have recently received several large donations of food from Woolies Cooloola, Rainbow Beach IGA, and a local resident who was relocating out of the area, which have all meant that our $10 hampers have been bursting at the seams.

Flyers with details of dates that the hampers are available and contact details can be sourced from the Tin Can Bay Centrelink office, the Rainbow Beach Community Centre, and the Tin Can Bay Library. The Centrelink office also has a number of vouchers available for local families or singles who are genuinely struggling to receive a hamper free-of-charge.

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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

Auto Electrics

Rainbow Beach Auto Electrics

Building & Excavations

0499 144 678

0417 728 510

Hall Homes

0438 864 152

KJ Homes

0427 136 571

Killer Excavations

0417 192 651

Cooloola Coast Cabinets

Legal Services/ Solicitor

Smiley Mick Electrical

0448 955 768

Cosgroves

0418 729 474

Earth First Electrical

0448 195 070

Slater + Gordon Lawyers

1800 555 777

HM Coastal Electrical

0439 688 710

Equipment Hire Mini Backhoe Hire

0418 184 966

Cherry Picker

0418 820 892

John Madill Toyota

5480 5555

Car Parts (Classic British Cars) The Frog Pond

0409 342 423

Cleaning

Clarks’ Cleaning, Laundry and Maintenance

Concreter

0456 783 023

Rainbow Beach Community Centre

Cooloola Coast Bedding & Furniture

Cooloola Cove Landscape & Garden Supplies

Rainbow Beach and Fraser Island Gas Supplies

Lighthouse Glass and Aluminium

0418 793 256

SAJE Graphics

Classique Blinds Screens & Awnings

Health Providers

5481 2846

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

5301 9340

City Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 2304 Coastguard Tin Cay Bay - VMR 417 . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 4290 Community Centre Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . 5486 3355 Cooloola Coast Medical Transport . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 2488 Doctor TCB, 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

5482 2737

5486 8686

Termites@Cooloola

0409 86 86 86

5371 5689

Plasterer Garry Thompson

0402 240 448

Plumber 5488 0222

0400 657 797

5488 0601

Jeff Hogues Plumbing

0458 259 418

5486 3411

Creek to Coast Real Estate

0403 423 124

Rainbow Beach Realty

5486 3900

Raine & Horne Tin Can Bay

5486 2066

Rainbow Beach Safety Supplies

0492 045 405

0439 089 238

Signs Tin Can Bay and Rainbow Beach Signs

Handiest Handyman

0407 828 881

Looney’s Labour

0412 641 743

Hardware Mitre 10 Cooloola

5486 2000

Rainbow Beach Hardware, Fishing & Camping

5486 3444

Kennels and Catteries Gympie Cooloola Pet Resort

Cooloola Coast Realty

Safety Supplies

Handyman

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

Vinnies

Beach to Bay Pest Management

Glass and Aluminium

Scott Sandilands

Curtains and Blinds & Security

5486 8555

Real Estate

Graphic Design

0427 585 663

Rainbow Beach Service Centre and Towing

5486 3355

Gas Supplies

0407 228 044

Followmont

5486 3228

Pest Control

Functions & Hall Hire

MGB Concrete

Courier

Rainbow Beach Rustproofing and Mechanical

Tin Can Bay Community Church Op Shop 5486 2055

Garden Supplies

Car Dealers

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5482 6500

Furniture 5488 0443

Mechanical

Op Shop

Flooring Floorzone

Bob the Builder

Cabinet Makers

Electrician

5483 5364

5486 2887

Storage 4rent4sale Storage Sheds

5486 4577

Cooloola Tin Can Mini Storage

1300 727 025

Taxi Taxi Service

0411 072 349

Training All States Training

07 4123 0415

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Rural Fires Neerdie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0400 865 132 QPWS Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 9900 QPWS Tewantin (7 days) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5449 7792 Gympie Regional Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1300 307 800 HOSPITAL Gympie Hospital & Community Health . . . . . . 5489 8690 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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Servicing the Cooloola and Gympie areas

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5486 2781

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Rest. Elec. Lic. 161 935

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Pensioner discount available 9” backhoe bucket - perfect for digging trenches 4 way bucket Spreader bar available 1.3m wide - perfect for smaller areas Not a skid steer

Phone Lyle & Theresa on 0418 184 966

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LEGAL SERVICES/ SOLICITOR

Cosgroves Solicitor in Attendance Wednesdays 10:00am – 1:00pm Conference Room, Rainbow Sands Resort

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EMAIL cosgroves@cosgroves.com.au TELEPHONE/MOBILE (24 HRS) 0418 729 474 P.O. Box 1225 TOOWONG Q. 4066 SHINING A LIGHT ON THE COOLOOLA COAST

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WHAT’S ON OCTOBER 2

KING’S BIRTHDAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY

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Term 4 Starts

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Golf and Bowls Day, held annually by Barry & Anne Hudson. $5 entry fee. See pg 21

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LIVE MUSIC - The V-Twins, 7pm, TCB Country Club

7-14 QLD Mental Health Week. See page 25.

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Free fishing training days hosted by TCB Fishing Club for ages 8 to <18. 8am-1pm, Norman Point TCB. Bookings essential: Club Secretary 0437 242 171 tcbfishingclub@ bigpond.com Free Art Open Day at Gympie Gallery 10am-1pm with kids’ activities run by Prue McLeod. Details: www.gympie.qld.gov.au/ DearGympie Free Games Day & Sausage Sizzle for local seniors, 10.30am, Crab Creek Picnic Area TCB. Hosted by Probus. Contact Jo on 0428 762 572 or Kaye on 0421 648 129.

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‘Howling At The Moon’ spit roast dinner & open mike night, 6pm, TCB RSL. $30 adults/$15 kids 4-12yrs. Proceeds to Support Veterans Care Assoc. Book tickets: 5486 2110 Gail or Darah (3-6pm Tue-Sun). See pg 12 Picnic In The Park for Grandparents Day. 10am-12pm, Memorial Park, Gympie. Bring a picnic and head along to celebrate Seniors Month. Info: www.gympie.qld.gov.au/seniors

WEEKLY Many are term time only

Weekdays

5.30am TCB Bootcamp, 7am & 5.30pm RB Gym classes, Ph: 0490 333 147 Monday 8.30am Heart Foundation Wheelie Walking Group Cooloola Cove, Judy 5486 2181. Meet at bus shelter at shopping centre on Nautilus Drive.

9am Macrame, Men’s Shed, Carole: 0437 880 438 9am Painting for beginners, Tuncunba Hall, Tin Can Bay, Kerri 0438 803 990

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Come and Try Day at Little Athletics, 2.30pm, TCB School Oval. For more information: Jess Milne on 0411 218 254.

Middle Eastern Movement class by Soul from the Belly, Emperor St Community Hall TCB. Early session 1-2pm, evening session 5.30-6.30pm.

First class free. Book via Jess on 0411 218 254

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LIVE MUSIC - Chris Webbe, 6pm, TCB Country Club

2nd Monday 1.30 – 3.30pm Life Drawing with model, Tuncunba Hall, TCB, Robyn 0419 663 271

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Official opening of ‘Dear Gympie’ exhibition showcasing local artworks to celebrate 25 years in the current gallery building for Gympie Regional Gallery. Details: www.gympie.qld.gov.au/DearGympie

2nd Monday - Probus, 2pm at Sandcastle Motel TCB, new members welcome. Cherryl 0409 044 100 or Katrina cooloolaprobus@gmail.com

Celebrate our Seniors with a BBQ lunch from 1pm, raffles, and live entertainment at TCB RSL Hall. Info: gympie.qld.gov.au/seniors

11am -12.30pm Book a librarian, RB Library

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9-15 Get Ready Queensland Week – dedicated to enhancing your preparedness for any emergency or natural disaster.

Info: www.getready.qld.gov.au 11

QCWA Annual High Tea, 10am-12 noon at CC Bowls Club, Amity Place TCB. $10pp, book & pay by 8 Oct - Jill 0417 732 807 or Dawn 0407 595 030.

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LIVE MUSIC - One 4 The Road, 7pm, TCB Country Club

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Free fishing training day hosted by TCB Fishing Club for ages 8 to <18. 8am-1pm, Norman Point TCB. Bookings essential: Club Secretary 0437 242 171 tcbfishingclub@ bigpond.com

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Emergency Services Expo and Family Fun Day, 10am-2pm Nelson Reserve, Gympie. Emergency displays and info, entertainment, kids activities, free family BBQ. More info: www.gympie.qld.gov.au CoolaFlix FREE movie at RB Community Centre, hosted by Cooloola Coastcare.

6pm for 7pm movie: “Morning of the Earth” - classic surfing movie from 1972. Wear your boardies! More info on page 19.

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LIVE MUSIC - Rocknrollabillies, 7pm, TCB Country Club

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Nominations close for Senior Citizen of the Year Awards. See pg 5.

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Cooking On A Budget class, 10am-1pm, RB Community Centre. By QCWA in partnership with RB Community Pantry and Pindari Life. FREE for pension card holders.

Book: Ronnie Timperon 0413 135 867.

More info on page 29.

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Old’s Cool - Health Matters project free pop-up health clinic, 11am-3pm, TCB RSL. More info on page 5.

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LIVE MUSIC - Blue Burners, 7pm, TCB Country Club

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10.30-11am First Five Forever Storytime (0-5 yrs) at RB Library. Bookings essential: 5486 3705 Tuesday 2nd Tuesday - Veterans and Community Morning Tea, Tin Can Bay RSL, from 10am 2nd & 4th Nibbles & Giggles at Goomeri Library, social get together to chat over a cuppa, 10am ph: 4168 4340 8.30am Kindy Linq, RB School Library 9am – 12 Noon, MEN ONLY, TCB Community & Men’s Shed, Paul Boulton 0437 007 911 9am TCB Quilters, TCB Community Centre, President Robyn Salmon 0427 356 028 9am Drawing & Pastel group all levels, tutoring for beginners, Tuncunba Hall, Tin Can Bay, Kerri 0438 803 990 10am Tin Can Bay Art Group, TCB Library 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. Open to everyone 2-4pm Book a librarian, TCB Library Wednesday 7am Heart Foundation Walking Group TCB, Maggie 0400 756 615 8am Table tennis - singles, 9am doubles, $2 all levels welcome, RB Community Hall, 5486 3355 8.30am Kindy Linq, RB School Library 9.30am Cooloola Card Makers, TCB Library 3-4pm Coolabay Choir, CC Vets’ Hall, Pam: 0427 180 649 3.30-4.45pm Robotics Thursday, Gympie Library, bookings not necessary (but space is limited) 4-6pm Exploring Drama With Sheryl adult drama classes. RB Hall. Gold coin donation. 0497 542 857 3rd Hoy hosted by QCWA, 9.30am for a 10am start, Cooloola Coast Bowls Club, Amity Place TCB. Wendy 0412 547 043 or Judy 0402 769 392

Thursday 8am (1 May-30 Oct) 7am (1 Nov-30 April), $3 RB Sports Club, All welcome. Chris: 0417 605 484 or Pat: 0407 433 602 8am Social Tennis (1 May-30 Oct) 7am (1 Nov-30 April), $3 RB Sports Club, All welcome.

Chris: 0417 605 484 or Pat: 0407 433 602 8.30am Playgroup, RB School Library 9am – 12 Noon, MEN ONLY morning, TCB Community & Men’s Shed, Paul Boulton 0437 007 911 9.30am First Five Forever Storytime (0-5 yrs), TCB Library 9.30am Bingo for Local Ambulance Committee, TCB Country Club 3.30pm Dragon Boating. Sandra: 0402 352 756 3.30pm Robotics for kids, Gympie Library 6pm Open Mic Night, The Snack Shack, 35 The Esplanade TCB Friday 1st & 3rd Rainbow Beach Art Group, RB Library 10am, phone 5486 3705 for more information 2nd Friday - Twilight Markets, Amity Place TCB 4pm-7pm. Community market with market fee proceeds going to community groups. Contact Jenny Jackson 0424 639 572.

1st Friday - Drop-in Sausage Sizzle, Tin Can Bay RSL, 11.30am to 1.30pm 3rd Friday - Writing Fridays at Gympie Library - join other writers in practicing and honing your literary skills, 10am-12pm, phone 5481 0859 for more information and to book 4th Friday Community catch up at RB Hall, 8am 8.30am Heart Foundation Wheelie Walking Group Cooloola Cove, Judy 5486 2181. Meet at bus shelter at shopping centre on Nautilus Drive.

9am-12pm Chess/Rummykub at TCB Community & Men’s Shed, gold coin for morning tea, no need to book 2.30-4pm Book a librarian, TCB Library 3.30-4.30pm Tinker Table STEAM Makerspace, Gympie Library, bookings not necessary 7.30-10.30pm Live music at RB Sports Club.

Grab a drink and a feed and enjoy some local talent www.rainbowsportsclub.com.au Saturday 6.45am Wes Mitchell parkrun, TCB (opposite library). Register for free on parkrun website.

7am Heart Foundation Walking Group TCB, Maggie 0400 756 615 2nd Saturday RB Market. Book: 5486 3355 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 St, TCB (week 1, 2, 5) 7.30-10.30pm Live music at RB Sports Club. Grab a drink and a feed and enjoy some local talent. www.rainbowsportsclub.com.au Sunday 7am Mass at St Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Manooka Dr, RB (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 12-3pm Live music at RB Sports Club plus free kids’ bowls and obstacle course. www.rainbowsportsclub.com.au

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Trick or Treat Yourself To Our October Specials!

OPENING HOURS 6AM - 8PM 7 DAYS

Save Time Shop Local

Find your local store at iga.com.au/stores

Rainbow Beach

Happy spooky month for all the Halloween enthusiasts…You Americans!

grateful for having figures in my life like them from such a young teen!”

We will have face pain ng and sausage sizzle in both Tin Can Bay IGA and Rainbow Beach IGA. As always, we will have Halloween decor, costumes, and candy to prepare for trick or trea ng.

I am truly proud of Audrey. The team at IGA wish her best of luck on her future endeavours. Although Audrey does not need luck, she creates her own.

“She is such a superstar” - working with IGA Audrey started working for Tin Can Bay IGA in 2020, this was her first job at just 14 years old. For the past three years we’ve had the pleasure of working with such a vibrant, inspiring, entrepreneurial young woman.

IMPORTANT NOTICES We will be open normal hours for the October public holiday!

Rainbow Beach IGA 6am-8pm Tin Can Bay IGA 6am-7pm OCTOBER SPECIALS We’ve got some great deals coming up, products such as corned beef, brushed potatoes 2kg, and lamingtons will be locked on sale price from 4th October un l 31st.

Audrey featured on Clare Agents website

I am sad to say Audrey has moved on from IGA, however, I am proud to say drey has moved into her preferred career.

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Keep an eye out as there will be some ripper fresh specials this month including a change of season special on green grapes for $14.90.

A couple of months ago Audrey was approached by Clare from Clare Estate Agents to join her team. Clare stated, “I no ced her professionalism, reliability and friendly nature working in the IGA and bakery and thought she would be perfect in our company, and she is such a li le superstar”.

Products with Community Co labelling are affordable purchases that give back to the community. So far $2.6 million has been raised to give back to local communi es and chari es!

Audrey is now working as Clare’s personal assistant, helping in admin, and is working on becoming a sales agent! Wow!

Thank you to all who keep it local! We really appreciate your support and con nue to strive to sa sfy not only our loved locals but also our beau ful holiday goers.

Audrey's story showcases that the impression you leave on people can be one of your most important tools in life.

The posi ve impression Audrey leaves on people is unique, this a ribute of Audrey’s alone is why she is such an amazing person, employee, coworker and really the reason I wanted to write this ar cle about her. Audrey’s nature essen ally landed her a career in real estate.

For more informa on visit www.communityco.com.au/giveback

Have a great month Cooloola Coast!

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

I hope when young ambi ous women and men hear of Audrey’s ongoing path to success, they are inspired to put their hearts and soul into everything they do and carry themselves with posi vity just as Audrey does. You never know what opportunity might come your way just by being an excep onal human.

A few words from Audrey: “IGA was the best first job with so many opportuni es that can get you far in places. They provide the juniors with so many amazing opportuni es!

“I met some of my best friends working at the IGA and learnt so many life lessons through working with Sidney, Sarah, and Linda.

“All the staff have influenced me in so many ways and I’m forever

Rainbow beach IGA night crew smiling for the camera

This is a paid adver sement and the views of the writer are not necessarily the views of the Rainbow Beach 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

Rainbow Beach: 5486 8700

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