Coolum News October 2021

OCTOBER 2021 | VOLUME 2 | ISSUE 3

COOLUM NEWS INFORM • KNOW • GROW

ON SONG Choir sings for St Vincent De Paul

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Whether its drones, trucks, boards or boats, Surf Life Saving Queensland is ready to do its part in watching our beaches this Summer.

READY TO SAVE LIVES SCHOOL HOLIDAYS MARKED THE START OF THE 2021 / 2022 VOLUNTEER SURF LIFE SAVING PATROL SEASON.

This year Sunshine Coast Regional Council contributed $5.7million to lifeguard services across the Coast’s beaches including the funding of yearround lifeguards at Kings Beach, Dicky Beach, Mooloolaba Main Beach and Spit, Alexandra Headland, Maroochydore, Twin Waters, Mudjimba, Discovery Beach and Coolum.

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Mark Jamieson said the money was an important contribution to beach safety.

“In January alone more than 1.2 million people visited our Sunshine Coast beaches and lifeguards performed 143 rescues and 770 first-aid actions,” Mayor Jamieson said. “Our beaches are one of the most popular areas in our region, which reinforces why it is crucial we support the invaluable servies provided by our lifeguards and lifesavers through the season.”

The volunteer patrol season runs until May 2022.

DOGGY DONORS Rolling up the fur for their mates

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NATURE’S PROTECTOR Rusty to the rescue

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FROM THE ED’S DESK HOW GREAT IS IT TO SEE A SEA OF PINK SHIRTS BACK ON THE BEACH AS THE YOUNGEST OF OUR VOLUNTEER LIFE SAVERS HIT THE BEACH TO MASTER THE SKILLS OF SAVING LIVES?

With the weather warming up, Nippers back on the beach and the area buzzing with the hum of local tourists, Spring has got off to a good start.

In this month’s edition we read about native bird survey (page 3) designed to provide valuable data to the nation’s chief bird loving group, Birdlife Australia, and it only takes 20 minutes of our time.

While the Barns Lane Farm development application continues to filter through the

approvals process, the team behind the venture have got on the front foot and are calling for Expressions of Interest from those who may want to operate their businesses there (page 6).

There’s a buzz in the air for our local performers too with a concert coming up by the Waves of Harmony choir and the good folk at Coolum Theatre Players deep into rehearsals for their next show which will hit the stage at the end of November (page 8).

If you have an interest in helping out a great local not-for-profit, can commit to monthly meetings, and have an understanding of the governance side of a charity then Coolum HeARTS would love to hear from you for their committee (page 10).

I hope the month has been kind to everyone and that you enjoy this month’s read. Geoff

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COUNT THE BIRDS FOR A GOOD CAUSE BIRDLIFE AUSTRALIA IS CALLING ON THE NEXT GENERATION OF BIRD LOVERS AND THEIR PARENTS TO GET INVOLVED IN THIS YEAR’S AUSSIE BACKYARD BIRD COUNT.

The Aussie Backyard Bird Count, from October 18 to 24, aims to engage school communities in the natural world while getting to know the birds in their local area, through participation in a simple, fun, activity that can be done anywhere.

BirdLife Australia’s Sean Dooley said the event encouraged school children to spend 20 minutes in their favourite outdoor space recording the birds they see and reporting on them.

Mr Dooley said the annual count provided an opportunity to gain a more detailed picture of what birds are living where and how our native birds are faring. Last year 4.6million birds were counted in seven days.

The good news for those interested in the project is that there are also more than $5,000 worth of prizes being given away as part of this year’s count. For more information on the Aussie Backyard Bird Count go online to: https://aussiebirdcount.org.au

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FOCUS ON PLANNING SCHEME RESIDENTS FROM ACROSS THE SUNSHINE COAST HAVE JOINED FORCES TO BE PART OF NEW COMMUNITY REFERENCE GROUP CHARGED WITH SHARING ITS OPINIONS ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE REGION’S NEXT PLANNING SCHEME.

The members of the new reference group were chosen to provide a broad representation, from a range of areas of interest, gender, age groups, communities and locations across our region.

They include: • Karen Neuendorf (Chair) • Robert Elliot • Louise Formosa • Carl Nancarrow • Stephen Burton • Melva Hobson • Trevor Rice • Narelle McCarthy • Gunter Nolle • Abbey Lindley Put simply, a planning scheme is a set of planning principles prepared by council to guide what can be built and where. It is about making sure the right development happens in the right locations.

The CRG will provide input on the best ways to engage with the community on matters such as managing future growth and development as part of the new planning scheme project.

Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson said the diversity of skills and expertise of the members would provide valuable input to engaging with the wider community about the development of the new planning scheme.

“Council thanks everyone who showed an interest in the future of our region by nominating for the CRG,” Mayor Jamieson said.

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“The project is in the early stages, and I look forward to the diverse mix of skills, knowledge, and experience the CRG will bring to the project.

“The CRG’s first task will be to assist with preparing for preliminary community consultation, which will be held later this financial year.

“Council will keep the community informed as engagement ideas are further developed.”

New Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme Project Community Reference Group Chair Karen Neuendorf said she was delighted to be selected to chair the group.

“I’m thrilled to see such a broad group of people of all ages and from all walks of life coming together, to play a part in helping develop a new planning scheme,” Mrs Neuendorf said.

“It’s so important to me that we hear from all the voices that make up our growing community and to do so using new and innovative ways.

Under the Planning Act 2016, all local governments are required to review their planning schemes within 10 years of them taking effect and decide, based on that review, whether to amend or replace the planning scheme.

Council’s Group Executive Customer Engagement and Planning Services James Ruprai said that in partnership with the community, council will spend the next few years developing a new planning scheme to shape future land use and development across the region.

“The community will have the opportunity to have their say during preliminary consultation later this year or early next year,” he said.

The new planning scheme is intended to be in place by 2024. For more on the CRG, the process for preparing a new planning scheme or to receive updates, see the Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme Project website. coolumnews.com.au

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NEWS IN BRIEF

BARNS LANE

COLLECTIVE MARKETS

While the development application on the Barns Lane Farm concept continues to move slowly forward, the developers are pressing ahead, calling for Expressions of Interest for operators and producers interested in short-term and long-term licencing and leasing opportunities. A look at the www. barnslanefarm.com.au website shows they are seeking EOIs for 1, 3, 6 and 12-month licences in the seasonal produce hall, as well as EOIs for long-term leasehold operators for the restaurant, brewery, distillery, bakery, florist, butcher, gelato and deli.

The next Sunshine Coast Collective Market event will be held at Coolum Beach State School on Sunday, October 10. The markets feature local artisans, foodies, growers and musicians. The markets are on from 8am to Noon. Parking in School Lane or Barns Lane.

TRADING HOURS REVIEW

A Parliamentary Committee will be reviewing Queensland’s trading hours over the next four months. The Education, Employment and Training Committee will be taking submissions until October 15 on how the reforms introduced in 2017 have worked for businesses and customers alike. Go to www. parliament.qld.gov.au and click on the “Make a submission to a committee inquiry” tab.

SUNNY COAST CASH

The Coolum Business and Tourism backed Sunny Coast Cash campaign continues to ramp up with more than 100 businesses now registered to accept the buy local gift cards promoted by the project. For a full list of participating businesses, or to buy a gift card, go to www.sunnycoastcash.com.au IS YOUR POOL SUMMER READY?

Council is reminding swimming pool owners that now is the time to ensure all swimming pool barriers are compliant and that all pools, spas and some portable pools comply with pool safety standards. To be sure your pool is Summer Ready visit www.sunshinecoast.qld. gov.au or www.qbcc.qld.gov.au.

MELBOURNE CUP

SPORTY SCHOLARSHIPS

Coolum Surf Club has released the details of this year’s Melbourne Cup event and it’s a six course degustation luncheon. Tickets are $110 per person and includes the meal, lucky door prizes, best dressed competitions and more. The event is on from 11.30am to 4pm.

Phone Kirstin on 5446 1148 (ext 2) or email functions@coolumsurfclub.com.au

The Australian Institute of Sport and the John and Myriam Wylie Foundation have joined forces to expand the AIS Education Scholarship program for 2021/2022. Grants of up to $5,000 area available to help athletes juggle study and training. Application details are available at www.ais.gov.au. Hit the Career and Education tab and follow the links.

Applications close on October 15.

CHRISTMAS FUNCTION

Coolum-Peregian RSL has released a new cocktail menu for Christmas functions feature 8 nibbles per person for $20 per person for a minimum of 20 people. With plenty of parking, a bar and the chance to have the venue to yourself, the Coolum RSL may be just the right spot for your 2021 Christmas function. Phone 0401 181 016.

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ARTS GRANTS UP FOR GRABS

The Regional Arts Development Fund offers three grants rounds a year closing 1 November, 1 March and 1 July. Funding ranges from $750 for Individual Development in Australia up to $10,000 for a project.

Submissions can be made online at www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

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MARKET UPDATE

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WHAT’S ON

BUSY MONTH FOR PERFORMERS FOR ANYONE LOOKING TO CATCH SOME LOCAL SINGING AND ACTING THE NEXT FEW MONTHS OFFER BOTH IN COOLUM.

First up, on October 10, the annual Sounds of Celebration concert is making a comeback after last year’s COVID cancellation.

Featuring the community choir, Waves of Harmony (pictured) along with a range of special guests and a variety of entertainment suitable for everyone, the event is a fundraiser for St Vincent De Paul Society in Coolum to support its homelessness programs.

The Sounds of Celebration will be held from 2pm to 4.30pm at St Peter’s Church, Elizabeth Street. Tickets are $15 at the door.

Meanwhile, Coolum’s busy bunch of thespians at Coolum Theatre Players are rehearsing this month for their next show The Ladies in Black which is scheduled to hit the

stage in November and December this year.

Written by Carolyn Burns and with music and lyrics by Tim Finn the show follows the lives of women working in the Ladies Wear section of a big department store in the 1950s over the Christmas holidays. It is being directed by local talent Linda Gefken.

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Presents

Directed by Linda Gefken

Book by Carolyn Burns Music and lyrics by Tim Finn Adapted from the book THE WOMEN IN BLACK by Madeleine St John

Show Dates November 26th & 27th at 7.30pm and 28th at 2pm December 3rd & 4th at 7.30pm and 5th at 2pm Coolum Civic Centre, Park St. Coolum Beach Members: $22 Adults: $28 Concession: $25 www.coolumtheatre.com.au or North Shore Realty 5446 2500 Tables seat 8 | BYO Nibbles and Drinks

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LOCAL NEWS

ROLL UP THE FUR AND DONATE WHEN IT COMES TO DONATING BLOOD THE HUMANS IN MANY FAMILIES WILL HAVE ROLLED UP THEIR SLEEVE AT SOME TIME TO HELP OUT - NOW THERE’S A CALL FOR OUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIENDS TO DO THE SAME FOR THEIR MATES.

North Coast Veterinary Specialist and Referral Centre is urging Sunshine Coast pet owners to consider having their cats or dogs donate blood to assist in the treatment of animals requiring urgent blood transfusions due to injury or medical conditions.

Dr Naomi Hansen said the process of donating a pet’s blood was very similar to humans giving blood.

“We sedate the pets...and then we get what’s considered to be a unit of blood from our patient. Then we can keep this unit in the fridge for 28 days,” Dr Hansen said.

“It’s not something that people would think we’re able to to do, but we do it quite easily and we do it quite a lot.”

To be eligible to donate at the Sippy Downs

based surgery dogs must be aged between 1 and 7 years and weigh over 25kg. They must also be up to date with all vaccinations and worming and not be on medications.

Indoor cats aged 1 to 7 years of a lean weight, and up to date on their vaccinations, worming and without heartworm or mycoplasma are also eligible.

To find out more see www.ncvs.net.au/ donate-blood or phone 5453 7555.

CALL FOR NEW COMMITTEE MEMBERS DO YOU WANT TO SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY? VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS ARE NEEDED AT COOLUM HEARTS.

Coolum HeARTs Inc is a small charity not-forprofit organisation providing low-cost access to services such as art, music, craft, dancing, choice and more to people with diverse backgrounds such as disability, financially disadvantaged people, families and chronic illness to the local community.

Coolum HeARTs is currently seeking community-minded professionals to join its experienced management committee.

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and governance of the organisation.

Committee members attend monthly Management committee meetings, and other Coolum HeARTs events.

A Coolum HeARTS spokesperson said applicants should be financially literate and able to maintain high levels of professionalism, compassion and integrity.

“We would particularly welcome applicants who are a relative of a participant, or have legal, accounting, philanthropy and marketing/events experience.”

If you are interested in being part of this group, please contact the Coolum HeARTs Secretary on 0419 714 201 or get in touch via email on sec.coolumhearts@gmail.com coolumnews.com.au

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COUNCIL NEWS WITH DIVISION 9 COUNCILLOR MARIA SUAREZ

ROADWORK TO IMPROVE TRAVEL ROAD UPGRADES

Do you travel along Verrierdale Road, Verrierdale, at any stage during your day?

Please be aware that reconstruction of a 900m section of the road has begun and will take around eight weeks, weather permitting.

It’s quite a significant amount of work as Council will be completely removing and replacing the road base and so will need to close the road with redirections in place.

The existing road and base will be removed one lane at a time.

The subgrade will then be strengthened by lime stabilisation with the placement of a cement fortified gravel to follow.

Once this lane has been completed to a bitumen seal standard, works will start on the opposite lane.

The project team is keen to complete these works in a timely manner and do their best to work with the community during construction.

I understand that there will be some inconvenience for residents and businesses, but this upgrade really needs to be done and I thank you for your patience.

If you’re able to, I’d recommend using

Eumundi-Noosa Road and Emu Mountain Road while the work takes place.

COMMUNITY FACILITY CHAT

Please keep an eye on my Facebook page for information on the upcoming Peregian Springs Community Facility consultation. I anticipate that there will be an opportunity for the community to discuss the facility requirements with council before the end of the year. I’ll keep you updated.

STAY IN TOUCH

If you have issues or suggestions to discuss, please contact me on 5475 9810 or maria. suarez@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au or come along to one of my community chats on the second Wednesday of each month. Please keep an eye on my Facebook page for details.

Cheers, Cr. Maria Suarez Division 9 – Sunshine Coast Council

POLICE NEWS - WITH SENIOR CONSTABLE KARINA HAWKINS THIS MONTH WE CELEBRATED RU OK DAY WHICH WAS ON 9TH SEPTEMBER.

This year, more than ever before I think it was important to ask the question of your closest friends and relatives.

The past 12 months have been a trying time for many. If you are struggling or you notice friends or family that may need assistance please remember there are many support services available free of charge. These are great assets that we have available to us.

School Holidays started on Friday 17th 14

September. These will run for 2 weeks. There will be more people out and about and children around. So please take care on the roads and ensure you lock and secure your house if you’re going away as people may take this opportunity to enter houses that appear to be vacant.

Police attended to 97 jobs in the area. The main calls for service were: Domestic violence - 4 Traffic – 88 Steal from vehicle – 3 coolumnews.com.au

ARE YOU READY TO CARE? At IFYS Foster Care we know every child deserves to be safe, nurtured, cared for and loved.

We also know that adults are crucial in ensuring children are safe from abuse and harm.

At IFYS we hope of a world where every child lives a life that is free of hurt and trauma and they grow up in a caring and nurturing family knowing they are loved.

Sadly, this is just not the reality for many children who have to enter the child protection system through no fault of their own.

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STATE NEWS WITH MEMBER FOR NINDERRY DAN PURDIE

ASSISTED DYING LAWS PASSED VAD LEGISLATIN PASSES PARLIAMENT

COVID UPDATE

Earlier this month, legislation to legalise voluntary assisted dying was passed in State Parliament. While I respect the outcome and recognise the community’s support for the concept of VAD, I don’t believe the legislation in its current form gives people a legitimate choice.

Knowing that the Government had the numbers to pass the legislation, I took the opportunity to advocate for more palliative care funding, which was the biggest concern raised by my electorate, as well as for greater protections against coercion and conscientious objections, which were amendments flagged by the Premier, but dismissed by Cabinet.

As I articulated in my speech, I was not voting against VAD, but I believe the legislation could have been strengthened.

One of our key roles as parliamentarians is ensuring the legislation we pass is the best it can be, and while I’m not disappointed in the outcome, I don’t believe the legislation and the current lack of palliative care services across my electorate and the state offers people a real choice.

If you are interested in reading a copy of my speech, contact me on 5406 7900 or email ninderry@parliament.qld.gov.au

Every day I’m being contacted by Queenslanders trapped across the border who desperately trying to return home, along with small and family run businesses who are crying out for help and support during these challenging times.

During times of crises, businesses need confidence and certainty, however at the moment, the path forward is far from clear.

In the past month I’ve spoken a number of times in Parliament about the need for not only more targeted financial support for businesses, but also more compassion and a common sense approach to border restrictions and exemptions for returning residents.

Decisions need to be based on health advice, and Queenslanders deserve to know what that health advice is.

One thing we do know for certain is that vaccinations are our ticket to restoring our freedoms, so if you haven’t already done so, I encourage you and your family to get vaccinated as soon as you can.

Speak to your family GP about which vaccination is best for you, and head to www. qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/ coronavirus-covid-19/protect-yourself-others/ covid-19-vaccine to book.

UPCOMING ROAD WORKS

CCTV cameras have just been installed at the intersection of Yandina Coolum Road, Yungar Street and Central Avenue.

These cameras are to designed to help monitor the traffic flow at this busy intersection and the adjacent pedestrian refuge near Coolum State School.

Hopefully this will assist with congestion while planning works for the upgrade to the intersection with School Road and the interchange with the Motorway are underway.

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GRANTS

Current grants available include: Gambling Community Benefit Fund (Rnd 112) closes on 31 October; The Organic Waste Smart Schools Program closes 29 October; Active Gameday Projects Fund closes 5 November; Sunshine Coast Council Minor Grants close 2 November.

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FEDERAL GOVERNMENT NEWS: MEMBER FOR FAIRFAX TED O’BRIEN

SHOWING STRENGTH TOGETHER SECURITY PARTNERSHIP

Australia’s new security partnership with the United States and the United Kingdom, dubbed AUKUS, is the single most important addition to our security architecture in a generation. It sends a powerful message to the world that we like-minded liberal democracies will work together to deliver stability to the Indo-Pacific.

The first initiative of this enhanced partnership will be to support Australia to acquire a conventionally armed nuclearpowered submarine capability. Considering my well-known support for nuclear powered submarines, you can imagine how pleased I am with this news.

However, to be clear, these subs will be nuclear-powered, not nuclear armed and this does not mean that we are soon to introduce nuclear energy. These are very different propositions. What this is about, is keeping Australians safe which we will continue to prioritise.

for all eligible Australians aged over 16 years. The National rollout was also given another major injection following a deal between Australia and the UK in which an extra 4 million Pfizer doses will be made available.

PARALYMPIC SUCCESS

Congratulations to our team of powerhouse Sunshine Coast Paralympians who have returned home from Tokyo with 13 of Australia’s 66 medals: that is nearly 20 percent of Australia’s total medal count.

While the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games have officially come to an end, our athletes’ efforts will continue to inspire future generations of aspiring Olympians and Paralympians for years to come. This is more important now than ever before, as we prepare for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

COVID-19 UPDATE

The COVID-19 vaccination rollout has reached another major milestone with 70% of all Australians over the age of 16 inoculated with their first dose.

This brings Australia one step closer to our first objective of 70% double-dose vaccination

GET IN TOUCH

As always, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with any Federal issues., concerns or inquiries on 5479 2800; via email at ted.obrien.mp@ aph.gov.au or in person at 17 Southern Drive, Maroochydore.

ROCKY THE CONSERVATION DOG ON THE PROWL HE may only be little, but Rocky the Conservation Dog packs a big punch when it comes to helping to keep a lid on fox numbers.

From October 10 to November 26 Rocky and his handler Tom Garrett will survey the coastal bushland areas from Maroochy River to 18

Peregian Springs for fox dens.

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TIPS FOR TALKING WITH TEENS I WAS CAMPING ON THE WEEKEND AND WAS TRYING TO HAVE A CONVERSATION WITH MY 14-YEAROLD NIECE.

I would have had more luck getting a tree to talk to me that night. Talking to teenagers is a common challenge many of us parents can share. Adolescence can be a perplexing, challenging, confusing and emotional time of life. It is a time where they develop their independence, develop who they are and figure out where they fit in the world.

All of this can make having conversations with them very challenging.

Here are a few tips that may help you have better conversations: Bridge the Gap – Teenagers often feel misunderstood and think that their parents have no idea what it’s like to be a teenager.

Try putting your opinions, feelings and views to the side and help them discover their values and beliefs.

Avoid telling them how you think they should think and feel.

Your teenager probably won’t be looking for you to fix or solve problems.

Instead help them move towards finding a resolution themselves.

Validated your teenager – Can you remember what it was like to be one? If you can, it will help you relate better, understand and see things from their perspective.

If they feel like they have been heard and

validated, then they will be more likely to open up more. Acknowledging their feelings and needs can go a long way to establishing connection with them.

Choose your time – When your teenager is displaying lots of emotion then that is not going to be a productive time to try and have a rational conversation.

Try to avoid bringing up an important conversation when they’re about to walk out the door or are watching their favourite show.

It might be helpful to even set a time that all parties agree on (like an appointment) when important conversations need to be had.

Ask open ended questions – Asking the right questions is an art and takes practice.

Some good questions to ask are: • How did that make you feel?

• What are your thoughts about this?

• What do you think is the best thing to do?

• What can I do to help?

Try to stay away from yes and no answer questions.

Always remember if you struggle, you’re not alone. They will grow out of it and with some work and effort, you can get them to talk.

Good Luck! * Mark Horsfall is the Chaplain at Coolum State High School

SHOW YOUR MO FOR A BRO IN NOVEMBER MEN’S MENTAL HEALTH WILL BE AT THE CENTRE OF AN EVENT TO BE HELD AT VENUE 114 ON INTERNATIONAL MEN’S DAY, NOVEMBER 19.

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addressing prostate and testicular cancer, the event will take the form of an open and honest conversation with mental health advocates Leon Stensholm and Sam Parker, and music by Ollie Murk. The best Movember Moustaches will be judged too.

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PUZZLES

MULTIPUZZLE 1. Solve the crossword puzzle

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LOCAL CONNECT

Coolum Beach Senior Citizens Club: This club meets every Monday from 11.30-4pm at Coolum Civic Centre and welcomes everyone aged 50 and over for activities including Bingo, Carpet Bowls, Card and Board games.

Entry fee includes afternoon tea and a ticket in the door prize. For more phone Louise on 0420 331 948.

Coolum Beach Combined PROBUS:

The club for retired and semi-retired people

looking for friendship and fun. Probus meet at 9.15am at The Uniting Church, 22 Elizabeth St, Coolum. Visitors welcome. Phone Keith on 0416 275 590 or Faye on 0419 644 651.

Coolum Beach Baptist Church Playgroup:

This group meets Tuesdays and Fridays from 9.30am at the Coolum Baptist Church on David Low Way. All welcome. See Facebook or phone 07 5446 1957.

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