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As you may already know, a community paper does not just make itself — it’s built by the people behind the scenes who give their time, energy and ideas to help keep it rolling along (usually powered by coffee and a little chaos). This fortnight, I’d like to acknowledge Annie, who has recently finished up in her role with The Coastal Rag. I’d like to sincerely thank Annie for the work, passion and effort she has contributed over the past year - Thank You Annie and take care.

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With ANZAC Day just passed, it has also been a time to pause and reflect. It reminds us of the sacrifices made by those before us and the tough times they endured, so we can enjoy the freedoms and lifestyle we have today. Living where we do, surrounded by coastline, community and a slower pace of life, there is plenty to be grateful for. Even when the mozzies are biting and the to-do list is longer than the paper itself.

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We’re also excited to be adding a bit more fun for our readers with competitions. To find out what this issue’s competition is, make sure you’re following our Facebook page. Our very first winner was Kiah Hubbard, who scored a $50 voucher for Round Hill Road Pizza Bar — well done Kiah! Stay tuned for the next one, where we support another great local business and give back to the community.

As always, our focus remains on supporting local businesses, celebrating community achievements and sharing the positive stories that make the Discovery Coast such a special place to call home.

Thank you for reading, advertising, contributing and cheering us on. Now grab a cuppa, settle in, and enjoy this fortnight’s edition.

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Agnes Water & 1770 Unite in Powerful ANZAC Day Commemorations

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he Agnes Water and 1770 community once again came together in remarkable numbers this ANZAC Day, with strong attendance at both the Dawn Service, the 10am march and commemorative service.

In the early morning chill, a large crowd gathered for the Dawn Service, standing in quiet reflection to honour those who have served, and those who made the ultimate sacrifice. The turnout was a powerful reminder of the enduring ANZAC spirit and the deep respect held across the community.

The Agnes Water/1770 RSL Sub Branch was widely acknowledged for delivering two moving and wellcoordinated services, supported by a dedicated group of volunteers.

Thanks were extended to the local SES for their assistance, Agnes Water Tavern and the Agnes Water Baptist Church for hosting the traditional breakfast, students from Discovery Coast Christian College who assisted throughout the morning, the 138 ACU Rosedale Cadets, and many other contributors who helped bring the day together.

The 10am march saw strong participation from local schools, community groups, and veterans,

with spectators lining the streets to show their appreciation. Applause and support from the crowd reflected the close connection between the community and those who have served.

A particularly powerful moment during the 10am service was a First Nations tribute led by local Traditional Custodian and returned serviceman Taurean Roe. Accompanied by the sound of the didgeridoo, a coolamon was laid in place of a wreath. In a symbolic gesture representing the end of conflict, a ceremonial stick was broken, creating a deeply moving moment of reflection for those in attendance.

of ANZAC Day for all generations.

As the community gathered throughout the day — at services, over breakfast, and in shared moments of remembrance — a clear message emerged: the ANZAC spirit remains strong in Agnes Water, 1770, and the surrounding districts.

RSL President Steve Dias said the day reflected the strength of the local community and the enduring relevance of ANZAC Day.

“What we saw here today was something special — not just attendance, but genuine connection.

RSL President Steve Dias delivered an address that resonated strongly with the crowd, blending personal experience with historical reflection.

Speaking on the Kokoda campaign, he reminded attendees how close Australia came to direct threat during World War II, and how young, underprepared Australian soldiers held the line in the harsh conditions of the Kokoda Track.

ANZAC Day is about remembering those who served, and especially those who didn’t come home… but it’s also about carrying those values forward.

The address, delivered with genuine passion and emotion, drew a strong response from those present and highlighted the continued relevance

Lest we forget.

In a community like ours, that spirit is alive and well — and that gives me a lot of confidence for the future.”

A truly respectful and memorable ANZAC Day.

Agnes Water/1770 RSL Sub Branch

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ANZAC DAY Speech for 10am Service - RSL President Steve Dias Good morning everyone….And thank you for being here today.

When you look around this morning…you don’t just see a crowd…you see a community. Families…Kids…..Friends….and Neighbours.

And that’s what makes a day like today so important.

Because ANZAC Day isn’t just about history…it’s about people.

Everyday Australians… not much older than some of the young ones standing here today… who found themselves in uniform …. In strange lands…….in extraordinary circumstances.

They didn’t know if they would survive……they weren’t all fearless….. But they did one thing really well….They looked after each other.

They stood by their mates……they didn’t walk away. They stuck together… no matter how hard things got.

And sometimes… those ordinary Australians were asked to do something truly extraordinary.

In 1942… Australia was under real threat.

Darwin had been bombed…..Enemy submarines had entered Sydney Harbour.

The war was no longer far away…It was on our doorstep.

The Japanese were trying to take Port Moresby — a key point that could have opened the door to Australia.

When they couldn’t take it by sea… they came over land… through the jungle… along what we now know as the Kokoda Track.

And who was sent to stop them?

Young Australian reservists.

They had very little training…some didn’t even have proper uniforms or equipment. MOST had never fired even fired a rifle !

They were outnumbered… outgunned…and fighting in some of the harshest conditions imaginable.

Steep mountains… thick jungle… mud… rain… disease… exhaustion.

And yet… step by step…they held the line.

They didn’t give up…..They didn’t walk away. And eventually… they stopped the advance.

And when you hear a story like that…you start to understand what ANZAC Day is really about.

Because it wasn’t just skill… or equipment…It was mateship.

Especially here… in a place like Agnes Water and 1770… where people still look out for each other.

Where neighbours lend a hand……where people show up when it matters.

And maybe that’s the most important part of ANZAC Day. Because it’s not just about remembering what happened on the shores of Gallipoli… or along the Kokoda Track… it’s about asking ourselves…How do we carry that forward?

For the kids here today…it might be as simple as: · Being a good friend. · Including someone who’s left out. · Standing up for someone who needs it.

For the rest of us… it’s about continuing to look out for each other… especially when times feel uncertain… and the world feels VERY uncertain right now.

That spirit… that mateship…it didn’t end a hundred years ago.

It lives on… right here… in communities like ours.

Today, we remember those who served…those who sacrificed… and those who never came home.

But we also remember what they stood for…

Let’s do our BEST to live by it.

Lest we forget.

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eyond the formal services, ANZAC Day also provided meaningful moments for the community to come together throughout the day in a spirit of respect and connection. From the early hours of the morning through to the afternoon, local businesses played their part in helping support the occasion.

At Agnes Water Tavern, the traditional community breakfast was once again warmly supported following the Dawn Service, giving locals a place to gather after the morning commemorations. Later in the day, the ever-popular 2UP continued the ANZAC Day tradition in good spirit, raising $1,943.20 - well done RSL! Jack Michelmore said the Tavern was proud to continue supporting the local RSL and wider community.

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We are honoured to be able to continually assist and collaborate with our local RSL branch. Thank-you to all those who attended the day, the community breakfast

and 2UP were a great success, and it was a very inclusive and respectful day all round. We look forward to many more to come.

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From 2pm, live music from Russell Bishop added to the afternoon atmosphere and rounded out the day.

A thank you also goes to local cafes Latino Cafe and Kin Coffee & Bites, who were open and busy through the early morning, serving coffees to those attending the services and supporting the community from first light.

While ANZAC Day remains a solemn occasion, it also highlights the values of mateship, gratitude and community spirit — values that continue to thrive here on the Discovery Coast.

Once again - Lest we forget

Photos by : Agnes Water/1770 RSL Sub Branch & Mel Black

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Waterview Winter Music Festival - Postponed

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e regret to inform you that the Waterview Winter Music Festival, originally scheduled for this June 2026, has been postponed.

The event will now take place from 18th to 20th June 2027.

This decision has not been made lightly. Due to the current economic situation, postponing the event is the most responsible course of action to ensure we can deliver the high-quality event you would expect.

You may choose to retain your ticket for new event next year 2027. Or receive a full refund.

In place of the festival this year, we will be hosting a camping weekend. This will include live music Saturday night form local bands 6pm to 10pm 6 | www.thecoastalrag.com.au

Cost will be discounted to camp fees $20 per adult per day.

No booking required just come along.

We sincerely appreciate your understanding and support and look forward to seeing you either this year or next.

Sincerely Kenton Bowden

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1770 Festival Celebrates with ‘Stories of Salt & Sand’

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ueensland’s most unique coastal festival returns from 22–24 May 2026, as the Town

of 1770 comes alive with a threeday celebration of history, culture and seaside spectacle. Set in the only town in Australia with a number for a name, the 1770 Festival marks the historic landing of Captain James Cook on 24 May 1770, while celebrating the enduring culture of the Gooreng Gooreng people and the vibrant spirit of the Discovery Coast. Following a record 2025 event attracting over 4,600 attendees over 3 days, with more than one-third travelling from outside the region, the festival continues to grow as a key driver of visitation to the Southern Great Barrier Reef.

Organised by Discovery Coast Tourism & Commerce (DCTC) in partnership with the Gooreng Gooreng people, the free entry three day festival delivers a powerful blend of live history, cultural storytelling and contemporary coastal experiences.

“The 1770 Festival is where history, culture and community come together in one of the most visually unique coastal settings in Queensland,” “It’s about bringing people together in a place that’s truly special — where visitors and locals can experience the stories, culture, and natural beauty that make 1770 so unique.”

Said Samantha Organ, 1770 Festival Coordinator Gladstone Regional Council Mayor Matt Burnett said the event is a standout on the regional calendar.

"The 1770 Festival proves that our community is at its best when we come together. Council is proud to support an event that captures the resilient spirit of our Gladstone Region" Mayor Burnet said.

Member for Burnett, Stephen Bennett MP, highlighted the tourism appeal of the region. "I encourage everyone to make the trip to our beautiful 'numbered town' this May. The 'Stories of Salt and Sand' theme highlights the deep, multi-layered history of the Discovery Coast," Mr. Bennett said. Under the 2026 theme "Stories of Salt and Sand," the event 8 | www.thecoastalrag.com.au

offers a unique visual spectacle featuring high-energy performances, historic re-enactments, and deep cultural ceremonies. This is more than a memorial; it is a celebration of coastal heritage showcasing the resilient spirit of the Discovery Coast.

A Weekend of Immersive Coastal Experiences Friday 22 May | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Air Sea Rescue Park The festival opens on the iconic 1770 foreshore, where the sun sets over the water — one of the few places

on Australia’s east coast where this occurs. ● Cook Landing Re-enactment: A long-standing theatrical retelling of the 1770 landing featuring local actors in period costumes with a blend of factual history and lighthearted community comedy. ● A "Live" History Quiz: An interactive live storytelling experience where attendees can participate in a quiz at the end of the evening, where all the answers of the quiz have been hidden through the evening’s performances.

● Twilight Vibe: Live local music provides the soundtrack at the start of "Stories of Salt and Sand" weekend.

Saturday 23 May | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM | SES Grounds The festival’s main event transforms the SES Grounds into a vibrant hub of culture, performance and community celebration. ● The Street Parade: A colourful procession from the 1770 Marina, this vibrant parade will feature local community groups, floats, all in the theme of ‘Stories of Salt & Sand’. ● Gooreng Gooreng Cultural Opening: An official welcome ceremony including a traditional Smoking Ceremony, Welcome to Country, and a powerful presentation of Indigenous song and dance. ● The Earth Oven: A powerful culinary and cultural highlight where Gooreng Gooreng elders prepare a traditional feast cooked underground. In 2026, this authentic experience is scheduled to be served around lunchtime, offering a unique visual of the "unearthing" of the feast. ● Workshops: during the festival there will be (free) Workshops like; pottery from Wold & Clay, lantern making to participate in the lantern parade, and workshops provided

by Gooreng Gooreng.

● Live Music Program: A packed program featuring seven diverse musical performers throughout the day with Gold Coast band Salty Season as the headline act, alongside local talent from the Discovery Coast Dance Centre. ● After-Dark Magic: As night falls, the Lantern Parade—featuring handmade creations by local children—will light up the grounds, followed by a spectacular Fireworks Display sponsored by 1770 Lagoon Central Apartments Resort.

Sunday 24 May | 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM | SES Grounds The final day shifts to a relaxed coastal vibe, focused on community, wellness and family connection. ● The Ray White Fun Run: The day kicks off with energy as participants take on a timed 5km or 1.770km race. While competitive for some, the event is a true family affair where strollers and walkers are encouraged to join the fun sponsored by Ray White Rural Agnes Water. ● Sunday session on the Green: Picnic-style atmosphere with live music. Attendees are invited to grab a picnic blanket and settle in on the grass to enjoy the final day of the "Stories of Salt and Sand". ● Market & Gourmet Delights: Showcasing local flavours and artisan products.

Community-Led and Environmentally Conscious At its heart, the 1770 Festival is a community-driven event: ● Grassroots Support – The Lions Club operates the festival bar, while the SES leads fundraising initiatives supporting vital local services ● Sustainability Focus – A single-use plastic-free event, supported by water refill stations and a dedicated volunteer recycling team the ‘Bin Chickens’. ● Family-Friendly Atmosphere – Amusement rides, markets, and activities for all ages A Festival with Purpose Beyond the celebration, the 1770 Festival plays an important role in supporting the regional economy, driving visitation, and strengthening cultural connections through authentic, place-based experiences.

With its unique blend of history, Indigenous culture and coastal lifestyle, the 1770 Festival continues to position the Discovery Coast as one of Queensland’s most distinctive destinations and is supported by Gladstone Regional Council and Tourism and Events Queensland.

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Backing Local Business, Fuel & Community Growth

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ocal small and family businesses will be front and centre this May as Queensland Small Business Month gets underway. The Crisafulli Government is backing regional businesses with practical support, including funding for local events that help businesses build resilience and take advantage of new opportunities. I’m pleased to see Bundaberg-based Regional Business HQ among the successful recipients, hosting an Open Day and Small Business Mini Expo on 27 May. Small and family businesses are the backbone of our community, creating jobs and supporting local families, and this initiative ensures they have access to the tools, advice and connections they need to grow and succeed.

Fuel security continues to be an important issue for regional communities like ours, particularly for farmers, fishers and families who rely on affordable fuel to go about their daily lives. Whether it’s getting produce to market, heading out on the water for a fish, or simply getting in and around town, reliable fuel supply matters.

The Crisafulli Government is taking action to strengthen Australia’s long-term fuel security by unlocking the Taroom Trough, the first new oil field to be developed in the country in more than 50 years. This project is already producing oil for domestic use and will help reduce reliance on overseas supply chains over time.

With global events continuing to place pressure on fuel prices, the State Government is also calling on the Federal Government to outline its plan to secure Australia’s fuel supply and remove delays, ensuring families, businesses and primary producers are better protected from future price shocks.

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to explore the development of a new oil refinery in Queensland, with potential sites around Gladstone being investigated. At the same time, a $25 million investment has been committed to support renewable diesel production at Ampol’s Lytton refinery, which will deliver the first sustainable domestic production of low carbon liquid fuels in Australia.

Expected to produce up to 20 million litres per year from 2028, this project forms part of a broader plan to strengthen fuel security in the short, medium and long term, ensuring Queensland is not left at the mercy of global supply chains.

We’re also seeing more jobs being created across Queensland, with the Crisafulli Government’s focus on trade and investment already delivering strong results. More than 3,000 jobs have been created through businesses supported by Trade and Investment Queensland, with exports and investment continuing to grow. Importantly, more than 40 per cent of Queensland exporters are based in regional areas, many of them small and family-owned businesses, meaning the benefits are flowing directly to communities like ours.

As local producers expand into new markets and demand for Queensland goods and services increases, this is helping drive economic activity, support local jobs and strengthen our regional economy.

With Queensland Day fast approaching on 6 June, there’s a great opportunity to celebrate everything that makes our state and our community so special.

Queenslanders are encouraged to get involved in this year’s celebrations by voting in the “All the Best” campaign, recognising their favourite local places, businesses and attractions across 15 categories, and by nominating community members for the Queensland Day Awards. From our incredible local tourism operators to the many small businesses and community champions across Bundy and the Burnett, this is a chance to shine a spotlight on the people and places that make our region proud. I encourage everyone to get involved, show

your support for local favourites, and help celebrate the very best of Queensland. To make a QLD Day Award Nomination and vote in All the Best, search Queensland Day or visit qld.gov.au/qldday.

There is also great news for local community groups, with more than $500,000 being shared across 21 not-for-profit organisations in the Bundaberg and Burnett region through the latest round of the Gambling Community Benefit

Fund. A number of organisations will benefit, including 1770 Dragons, Agnes Water Active Riders and Wide Bay Kids Community Inc, with funding supporting facility upgrades and new equipment. The Royal Flying Doctor Service Bundaberg Aeromedical Training Academy has also received funding in this round.

The Gambling Community Benefit Fund is Queensland’s largest oneoff community grants program, distributing around $60 million each year to support local organisations in delivering services, activities and opportunities for their communities.

I encourage any eligible not-forprofit organisations to start thinking about their applications ahead of the next round opening later this year.

In closing, I would like to remind you all that my doors are always open. If I can be of assistance please don’t hesitate to give my office a call on 4111 5100 or email burnett@ parliament.qld.gov.au.

Stephen Bennett MP Member for Burnett

Coalition Unveils Australian Values Migration Plan

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Coalition Government will restore integrity, fairness and public confidence in Australia’s migration system, announcing recently the first instalment of our comprehensive Australian Values Migration Plan.

The first move on our plan will lift the standards and reduce the numbers of Labor’s out of control migration by putting Australian values at the heart of immigration policy.

The policies announced will strengthen Australian values, shut the door to people who abuse our immigration system and show a red light to radicals.

The first instalment of the Coalition’s Australians Values Migration Plan includes three key measures: 1.

Putting Australian Values First and at the centre of our migration laws by enshrining compliance with the Australian Values Statement as a universal visa condition under the Migration Regulations 1994.

The Coalition will: •

Make compliance with the Australian Values Statement a binding requirement for visa holders.

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Enable visas to be refused or cancelled where individuals fail to uphold these values.

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Codify breaches of the Australian Values Statement as a ground for failing the Character Test under the Migration Act 1958 and being booted out of the country.

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Prioritise demonstrated alignment with

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Prioritising taxpayer support for home ownership for Australian citizens and making non-citizens wait longer for access to our social security system.

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Shutting the Door to System Abuse by implementing decisive measures to deter unfounded claims and enforcing Australian law.

The Coalition will: • Introduce a Safe Country List to fast-track the refusal of unfounded protection claims from those places deemed safe countries.

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Restore Temporary Protection Visas and Safe Haven Enterprise Visas as the dominant forms of onshore protection visas for people who come here unlawfully or under false pretences.

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Provide extra funding to law enforcement to identify, deport and remove unlawful non-citizens who have exhausted their legal avenues but stay in Australia illegally.

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Enable real-time, risk-based visa vetting to identify and block individuals who pose a threat to Australia.

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The reforms mark the beginning of a broader agenda to restore integrity to the migration system.

To protect our way of life and restore Australians’ standard of living, we must reduce immigration numbers and lift migration standards, Further measures under the Australian Values Migration Plan will be announced in due course.

Colin Boyce MP Member for Flynn

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Show a Red Light to Radicals by strengthening screening processes to prevent extremists from entering the country.

The Coalition will: •

Establish an Enhanced Screening Coordination Centre within the Department of Home Affairs. This would also see social media screening of visa applicants move from an as needed risk basis to become a standard feature of vetting.

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Integrate intelligence and enforcement capabilities across agencies including

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ASIO, the AFP and the Australian Border Force.

the Australian Values Statement when assessing permanent visa applications.

strategic decisions for the long term to benefit the state.

In real terms for consumers, the latest draft regulated price from the Queensland Competition Authority (QCA) has a reduction in power bills of up to 9.7% for regional households and up to 11.3% for small business.

It’s a good news story worth sharing.

While it is still early days, this shows our Energy Roadmap is already starting to make a difference, future proofing our energy capabilities. Our Electricity Maintenance Guarantee delivers the funding needed to keep our coal fired power stations running and is supporting exciting new energy projects like the Brigalow Gas Peaking Plant. More generation in the mix will continue to put downward pressure on power prices.

We undertook a plan for affordable, reliable and sustainable electricity and the policies are beginning to work.

We know how tough it is out there at the moment.

We understand that every little bit extra helps to ease the pressure families and businesses are facing.

e said we’d deliver affordable and reliable electricity– and now power bills are set to drop by 10% across regional Queensland. Yes, you read that right.

Under Labor’s decade of chaos and crises, power prices went up year after year - including an unbelievable 19.9% in a single year – their ideological agenda, with a focus on closing our coal fired assets, put unnecessary pressure on our energy system. The cost-ofliving crisis is real and for far too many years we have seen basic human needs become overpriced and under resourced.

Poor energy policy decisions have made it It’s all part of the fresh start we promised tough for Queensland families, and the LNP government is very Bryson Head MP focused on making Member for Callide

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Bridging The Gap Through Innovation

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any locals may not be aware of the expanding services Maria, owner of the Agnes Water / Town of 1770 Taxi & Shuttle, provides to the community. Maria purchased the business four years ago and immediately recognised the need to ‘bridge the gap’ due to a lack of public transport services within the region. Agnes Water / 1770 and surrounding townships currently do not have public transport services provided by the Gladstone Regional Council.

The absence of these services can make it very difficult for residents and visitors to access day to day living requirements such as shops, hospitals, medical appointments, airports or community spaces and events.

Based on the latest Census data collection, Council has advised Maria the population numbers do not yet meet the target required for the implementation of these public services. However, it is Maria’s view that these recorded statistics may not be a true reflection of the number of people living permanently in the region. Consequently, Maria has gone to great lengths to restructure her business to accommodate the needs of residents and visitors.

For the past three and a half years, residents have utilised the Wednesday Bundaberg Shuttle service. Whether it be for airport transfers, hospital appointments, shopping centres, cinemas or museum/library visits, the Shuttle departs from the Agnes Water Ampol Service Station at 9am and departs Bundaberg at approximately 3pm. Regarding her concern for the cost of living crisis, Maria has kept this essential service as affordable as possible at a return rate of $50 / $35 for concession card holders. The Wednesday Shuttle also includes Fingerboard Roadhouse and Rosedale drop off/pick up.

There is an obvious need for this kind of service, as Maria explained, one of her regular customers, is a local

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manager; from running farms to meals-onwheels and even formerly owning The Coastal Rag, With a workforce of 10 drivers and resident who lives alone, does not have a driver’s license or family to rely on. This service ensures her ability to visit her husband in a Bundaberg nursing home every Wednesday.

Without Maria’s business providing affordable transport, situations like this can become isolating for those in similar positions. one very efficient local e-bike delivery service, the business has expanded to include Agnes Eats, Drinks & Delivers. Taxi rates apply, however, anything residents need collecting - shopping, medications, firewood, anything that can be purchased locally, Maria’s team will pick it up and deliver on demand. Another important service currently operating which aids local tourism, is a weekly shuttle for collecting backpackers arriving on late night Premier buses to Fingerboard Roadhouse at 2am. Maria views this as an essential service, providing safe travel for those who may be travelling alone or unfamiliar with their surrounds.

When speaking with Maria,

her love and compassion for the people of this community is clearly what propels her to provide these additional services. Her diverse and colourful background, from Jillaroo to music store

it is clear she is a ‘jack of all trades’. Although she facetiously describes herself as ‘master of none’, one conversation with Maria proves the opposite to be true. Maria has mastered the art of persistence, particularly when engaging with Council regarding lack of services.

She is a problem solver; she recognises the needs of her community and implements reliable services to attend those needs. Maria expressed her frustration in relation to Council approval for two Over 50’s residential developments in the region, yet very little foresight has been implemented

by Council for the growing demand for public transport this cohort will potentially require. Maria is also an advocate; motivated by the respect she has for the friendly, colourful and appreciative people who inhabit this region. She has made herself known to local MP Stephen Bennett and Gladstone Regional Shire Mayor, Matt Burnett, in her tenacious pursuit of requiring Council to recognise and install essential community services for our expanding population.

On behalf of the Agnes Water and Seventeen Seventy community, I would like to thank Maria for her unwavering determination and innovation.

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Eleisha Whiston Community Correspondent

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BY JODIE RICHARDS

RARE Glossy Blacks

A rare visitor has been turning heads out at Round Hill, and if you’re into birds, this is a big deal. The Glossy Black-Cockatoo, one of Australia’s threatened species, has been spotted feeding on she-oak trees on a local property. A small group of three birds has been hanging around for about a week, clearly making the most of a reliable food source.

Unlike the louder, more familiar black cockatoos, Glossy Blacks are quiet, shy, and easy to miss. They’re found in scattered pockets along eastern Australia, but they’re never common, and in many areas their numbers are declining.

Their diet is surprisingly specialised. Glossy Blacks feed almost exclusively on the seeds of she-oaks, using their strong bills to crack open the cones. If you look closely under these trees, you might spot the telltale “chewed” cones littering the ground, a good sign they’re nearby.

Habitat loss and the removal of their favourite food trees have made life harder for them and sightings like this are a reminder of how important it is to protect local habitat. With the right trees and a bit of luck, even rare species like the Glossy Black-Cockatoo can still find a place to call home.

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G L A D S T O N E RE GI ON A L COUNCIL

Phone: (07) 4970 0700 For urgent matters: call anytime, day or night. After-hours calls are redirected to our Emergency Call Centre.

Non-urgent: Call during opening hours Opening Hrs: 8.30am - 5pm Mon to Fri Council General Meetings: 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month.

If you need to let council know of a problem in your area, then “Snap, Send & Solve”

G RC L I BRAR Y

71 Springs Rd, Agnes Water Mon – Fri 9am – 1pm, 2pm – 5 pm Saturday - 9am - 12 pm Activities: Mah-jong Wed 9.30 - 1pm Cards 500 Wed 9.30 – 1pm Chess Club on Fridays 9.30 - 1pm Storytime Thursdays 10.30 – 11.30

TR A N S F E R S T AT I ON S

Agnes Water: Mon – Fri - 8am – 12pm Sat & Sun - 8 – 12 & 1 - 4pm Baffle Creek: Thurs – Mon - 1pm – 4pm Rosedale: Thurs – Mon - 8am – 11am

MU S E U M

EXHIBITION– TIDE N TURN BOARDRIDERS Open Monday-Sunday - 10.00am - 2.00pm 69 Springs Road, Agnes Water Ph. (07) 4974 9511 Adults $5.00. Children FREE

E M E RG E N CY

POLICE PH: 000 IN AN EMERGENCY Agnes Water 4899 4000 Miriam Vale 4974 6000 Rosedale 4153 8636 Police Link (non- urgent) 131 444

RURAL FIRE BRIGADES Agnes Water First Officer: 0428 815 568 Eurimbula First Officer: 0423 464 037

FIRE WARDENS Eurimbula: 0411 269 510 Colosseum: 0429 953 048

Lowmead 1 & 2: 0428 569 131 Wartburg: 0436 942 422 Rosedale 1 & 2: 0422 727 330

RURAL FIRE BRIGADE - NOTICE We are all volunteers, we are glad to help people out, donations welcome!

A fire that is more than 2m x 2m wide needs a permit!

Phone your local fire station.

Agnes Water/1770 SES - 132 500 Flood or Storm Emergencies Ph: Ian (07) 4974 9330.

E: Ian.jones@ses.qfes.qld.gov.au Baffle Creek & Rosedale SES Training 2nd & 4th Tues 10am @Rosedale Ph: Margaret 4156 6223 / 0448 486 176

MEDICAL

Shore Care Family Doctor: 4859 1234 Impact Dr Dani: 4902 2000 DC Doctor & Dentist: 4974 7707 Agnes Water Doctors - 4803 5451 Poisons Info: 13 11 26 Ambulance: 13 12 33 13 HEALTH: 13 432584

CHEMISTS

Terry White Chemmart - 4974 9700 LiveLife Pharmacy - 4803 5291

DEFI BR I L L A T OR L OC A T I ON S Agnes Water/1770 Local Ambulance, Agnes Water Ampol, 1770 Bowls Club, 1770 Camping Ground, Rosedale Hotel, Baffle Creek General store, Agnes Water Post Office, Food works, Codie’s Place, Terry White Chemmart, Captain Creek Sport & Rec. Agnes Water Tavern. Lifeline pharmacy.

The Reef Caravan Park, Sandcastles Resort and Chappy House donated by Rotary.

PATHOL OGY

4Cyte Located at Agnes Water Doctors & at Impact Community Health.

Colin

BOYCE FEDERAL MEMBER FOR FLYNN

Authorised by Colin Boyce MP, LNP, 76 Goondoon Street, Gladstone QLD 4680.

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2853 Round Hill Rd, Agnes Water Clinic Phone: 0402 682 086 QML Pathology - 3 Captain Cook Drive, Agnes Water Email: W22.qmlclinic@qml.com.au Mobile: 0408 935 453 Opening Hours: 0800-1300

JP SERV IC ES

Agnes/1770 RTC, POST OFFICE COUNCIL OFFICE Baffle Creek ring Jon: 0408 068 169 Madeline 0427 569 199 Captain Creek ring Rochelle: 0404 011 616

W IL DL IFE ASSIS T A N C E

Wildlife Carer - Yvonne Thompson 0427 860 801 Vet (07) 4974 9045 Snake Catchers Jason: 0421 174 128 Tim Hein: 0424 629 801 Leah 0468 907 130 or Corey 0434 855 662 Katherine 0487 172 980 Kathy Robertson Cipak: 0419 672 899 Marine/Wildlife strandings: 1300 130 372 Qld Parks & Wildlife 4974 9350

COMMUNITY G R O UPS

1770 Art Show: Prue Brown - Ph: 0429 999 771 Email: president@1770artshow.com.au 1770 Bowls Club: Ph 0480355114 1770 Dragons: Keith 0427261253 Agnes Blues, Roots & Rock Festival: Ph 0458 491 770, info@agnesbluesandroots.com.au Agnes Water Christmas Lights agneswaterchristmaslights@gmail.com Agnes Conservation Community Contact info@agnescc.org.au AW Childcare: Ph 4974 9066 AW Craft Ladies: 1st Wed of the month. 9am – 12 pm. 12 Seaspray Dve. Corinne 4974 9129 Agnes Water Active Riders: Bronwyn 0448 938 493 Agnes Water and Surrounds Dementia Support Group: 10am-12pm on the last Thursday of the month, 200 Bicentennial Dve. Contact: Brett on 4902 2000 Agnes Water Men’s Shed:

Dennis 0400 831 693 Agnes Water Men's Circle: Around the fire.

Every second Wednesday 6.30pm at Agnes Water Sports and Rec Centre Sam 0403 814 016 AW/1770 Little Athletics: Anna 0431 099 479. awla1770@gmail.com AW/1770 RSL: Secretary 0499 075 741 Friday 9.15am Bingo at the Tavern, Friday night 5.30pm meat trays & Jag the Joker Agnes Water Quilters: Karen 0417 106 884 Agnes Water Rugby League Marlins: 0431 671 008 AW Surf Life Saving: 4111 1000 Agnes Water Triathlon: admin@agneswatertriathlon.com AWSUM Ukulele Group: Lyn 0419 015 584 Baffle Creek Craft ladies: Every Wed at the Sport & Rec. Baffle Creek Art: Every Sat 9.30am to 1.30pm. Patti 0418 183 670 Baffle Creek Fishing Club: Last Sat of the month 2pm. Wayne 0475 353 266 Baffle Creek Garden Club: 3rd Wed of the month. Ph Petronella: 0427 194 986 Baffle Creek Golf: Wed 8.30 am Ladies. Sun 8.30 am Medley, Raffles 2nd Friday of the month.

Baffle Creek Men’s Shed: Every Sat 9am to 12 noon (behind BCCI oval) Baffle Creek Youth Group: 2nd Friday of the month 3.30 – 7pm.

Boomerang Bags: Every Tues 9am at 200 Bicentenial Drive Bororen ‘Little Joey’s Playgroup: 49744124 Brekky Club – 1st Mon of the month meets at Latinos! 8am Captain Cook 1770 Agnes Water Lions Club: Dave Wilkinson 0439 076 409 Captain Creek Pony Club: Ph: Kyra French 0401 827 988 Disc Coast Environment Group: Ph 0439 289 633 DC Meals on Wheels: Delivering to Baffle Creek, Rosedale, Lowmead, Miriam Vale Fingerboard, Captain Creek & Agnes/1770.

Ph: 0477 885 506. Volunteers welcome!

Discovery Coast Music & Arts Inc Info@DCMA.org.au Discovery Coast Rotary Servicing Baffle Creek, Deepwater, Rosedale, Lowmead, Miriam Vale, Agnes Water and 1770. 0488 087 622 dcrmarkets@gmail.com discoverycoastrotary@gmail.com Discovery Coast Sport & Rec: secretarydcsraaw@gmail.com Disc Coast Tourism & Commerce: (DCTC)

Email: info@dctc.com.au. Ph: 0458 491 770 Discovery Coast Women’s: 2nd Thurs of each month. 10:00am to 12:00pm, (Old Hall)) Contact: 0437 233 799.

Discovery Vibes choir and marimba in Seventeen Seventy by Helga Bateman 0418752558 Imperial Vale Station: Every Tuesday Meet & Greet. 10am FREE smoko! Mary 0439 831 806.

Playgroups supported by BUSHKIDS: Contact Sasha - 0427 848 239 - Agnes Water Playgroup: Tues 9-11am - Captain Creek Playgroup - Mon 9-11am - Miriam Vale ‘Playtime’: Wed 930-1130am - Lowmead play group: Every Wed 9-11am - Wartburg: Thurs 930-11am (Every 2nd wk) - Rosedale: Thurs 930-11am (Every 2nd wk) Tide n Turn Board Riders Assoc: See our Facebook page.

Up & Active: Rosedale Hall 9.30 Mon. Lowmead Hall 7.30am Tues. Baffle Ck Com Inc 9.30 Tues.

C HURCHES

AGNES WATER BAPTIST CHURCH 200 Bicentennial Dr, Agnes Water Contemporary Christian Worship Service 9.30am every Sunday with a 'Kids Church' Program running concurrently with the Worship Service during school terms.

Stay for a cuppa and a chat afterwards.

All warmly welcomed. Pastor Rob Rodgers Church email: admin@awbaptist.org.au OP SHOP: open Tues-Sat from 9am-1pm.

Clean donations in good condition are always much appreciated.

Church & Op Shop mobile: 0490 666 219 ANGLICAN CHURCH Sunday Worship Times. St Mary’s, Larson St Miriam Vale. 1st & 3rd Sunday each month at 4pm. St Luke’s, Lowmead Rd, Lowmead 4th Sunday at 4pm. Rev Beryl Anderson 0419 649 711 LUTHERAN CHURCH 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month 10.30am.

Rosedale.Ph:4156 6162 ST AGNES CATHOLIC CHURCH Mass, liturgy with communion (Lay Lead) every 4th Sunday 11am. 86 Bicentennial Dr, Agnes Water Ph: 4972 1025 THE CATHOLIC CHURCH Baffle Ck. Mass every first Sunday of the month Coast Rd, 12pm. Baffle Creek. Brian Ph: 0477 701 640 Paul Ph: 0429 885 771

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Service every Sabbath Saturday 9.30–10.40am, 11am–12pm Main Service Lutheran Church, James St, Rosedale. Ph: 4974 7234.

Agnes Water SDA Fellowship meet on a Saturday. For more info ph: 0458 040 300.

POWER COMMUNITY CHURCH St John’s 76 James St Rosedale. Services 10am every Sunday. Contact Pastor Dave 0438979994 Pastor Shelly 0438874700

SUPPORT SERVI C ES

Uniting Care Discovery Coast Community Support Program Food hampers, fuel vouchers, linking, referrals and support with community action.

Monday - Friday - 0427 319 978 Impact Community Health Service 2 Rafting Ground Road Agnes Water.

Our Health Precinct provides a range of health services through co-located and visiting health providers, along with Nursing & Allied Health Services provided by ICHS. Agnes Water, Baffle Creek, Rosedale, Lowmead, Miriam Vale, Bororen & Turkey Beach Contact ICHS - 07 4902 2000 1800 RESPECT - National Domestic Violence Service Kids Helpline - 1800 55 1800 Alcoholics Anonymous AA 6.30pm Tuesday, 6.30pm Friday Old Community Hall, Springs Rd, 1300 22 22 22 Lifeline: Call 13 11 14 Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 Queensland Health: 13 Health Out Back Minds support@outbackmind.com.au Little Free Pantry - Donations of nonperishable food, pet food, toiletries & cleaning products. Drop off at the “Little Blue Bin” on 56 Innamincka Way, Agnes Water. Anytime, Any Day. Phone: Margaret 4974 9418 Email editor@thecoastalrag.com.au to update any of the above community groups free listing.

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Let's go to.....

BY: ANNIE BACKHAUS

Griffiths Creek If you’re chasing a peaceful getaway that doesn’t require a four-wheel drive, Griff iths Creek in Kroombit Tops National Park is one of our personal favourites, especially during the warmer months when mountain temperatures are a few degrees cooler.

For a perfectly relaxed day trip or a simple overnight bush camp, allow around 3 hours oneway travel time f rom Agnes Water. Take the Bruce Highway north f rom Miriam Vale, exit at the Dawson Highway towards Calliope, turn left into the Gladstone Monto Road and then right into Tableland Road.

Access for conventional two-wheel-drive vehicles is only possible via this northern entrance and should only be attempted in dry weather. It’s important to keep an eye on conditions, as even light rain can make the gravel roads slippery and check park alerts and weather forecasts before you leave home.

Once you arrive, the Griff iths Creek Camping and Day Use Area welcomes you with a wide, open grassy space near the creek. It’s an easy place to pull up, enjoy lunch, stretch your legs or set up camp. Facilities are minimal, there are no toilets or rubbish bins at the campground, so make sure you pack a rubbish bag and practise good camp hygiene.

A further 11 kilometres on f rom the Camp Area is the Kroombit Tops Lookout. It really is worth taking the short lookout walk as it offers spectacular sweeping views across the Boyne Valley. It’s an easy stroll suitable for most ages, with picnic tables and toilets available, making it a great spot to linger.

Keep an eye out for rock-wallabies bounding across rocky outcrops near the creek and if you’re camping you might spot micro-bats, yellowbellied gliders and powerful owls at night. Only the very luckiest will hear the distinctive metallic “tink” call of the endangered Kroombit Tinkerf rog, found only in this area.

With no mobile phone coverage at the campsite, Griff iths Creek is a reminder to slow down, disconnect and enjoy nature.

Make sure if you arrive in a conventional vehicle that you head back out the same way you came in as some tracks in the park are strictly for highclearance four-wheel drives.

Regardless of how you arrive and how long you stay, I am sure the magic of Kroombit Tops will see this becoming one of your favourite easily accessible spots too!

Note: We always carry a well- stocked f irst aid kit with snake bite kit; recovery gear, several map sources, download and print the f ree maps f rom www.parks.qld.gov.au, ample water and nonperishable food even on a day trip and ensure we check our vehicle and spare tyre before leaving.

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Discovery Coast Rotary Spotlight Serving Agnes Water & 1770

WHO WE ARE Discovery Coast Rotary is a group of local volunteers committed to building a stronger, more connected community across Agnes Water, 1770, and the wider Discovery Coast.

WHAT WE DO We support local charities, run community initiatives, and partner with organisations making a real and practical difference in people’s lives.

WHY WE DO IT Because when people come together with purpose and care, communities grow stronger.

HOW TO GET INVOLVED CALL 0488 087 622 We welcome new members, community partnerships, and local ideas. If you have a heart to serve, there is a place for you in Rotary.

WHEN WE MEET The Rotary Club of Discovery Coast meets on the second and fourth Friday of each month at: 1770 Lagoons Resort – Meeting Room 1 Beaches Village Circuit, Agnes Water 6:00pm for a 6:30pm start CONTACT E: discoverycoastrotary@gmail.com Ph. 0488 087 622

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: AGNES WATER BUSH KIDS This month we are pleased to highlight Agnes Water Bush Kids, a nature-based early learning program led by local educator Sasha.

Bush Kids gives children the opportunity to learn, grow, and explore through outdoor, hands-on experiences in the natural environment. Rather than a traditional classroom setting, children are encouraged to discover through play, curiosity, and adventure in the bush.

The program builds confidence, creativity, independence, and emotional wellbeing, while helping children develop a strong connection to nature—something deeply important in our coastal community.

In a world where screens are increasingly present, Bush Kids offers something simple and valuable: time outdoors, real experiences, and space for children to just be children.

Sasha’s passion and care are reflected in every session, creating a safe and supportive environment where children are encouraged to learn at their own pace and grow with confidence.

Based in Agnes Water, Bush Kids runs regular outdoor sessions for local families.

Families wanting to learn more or refer a child can visit bushkids.org.au, call the Agnes Water service centre on 0427 848 239 or email agneswater@bushkids.org.au Discovery Coast Rotary is proud to stand alongside the many organisations quietly making a difference in our region.

We will continue to highlight those serving our community—because when we recognise and support one another, we all move forward together.

Serving Agnes Water & 1770

WHAT’S ON – DISCOVERY COAST Labour Day Markets – May 3 | 8:00am–12:00pm Regular Markets – May 10 | 8:00am–12:00pm Support local stallholders and enjoy our vibrant community atmosphere.

ROTARY COMMUNITY SAFETY CHECK As part of caring for the Discovery Coast community, Rotary encourages all households, businesses, and community groups to take a few minutes this month for a simple but important safety check.

AEDS (DEFIBRILLATORS) Please check: • Unit is visible and accessible • Pads & batteries are within expiry date • Device is in working order A working AED can make a life-saving difference in the critical minutes before emergency services arrive.

FIRE ALARMS Please check: • Smoke alarms are functioning (test button) • Batteries replaced if required • Units within 10-year lifespan • Installed in key areas of the home A SIMPLE COMMUNITY REMINDER This is not about concern—it is about care and awareness.

A few minutes checking on your neighbour today can make a real difference tomorrow.

If unsure, reach out to a local service provider or someone in the community who can assist.

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LOCAL LEGENDS TRADES & SERVICES These pages are proudly filled with the tradies and service providers who keep our region ticking. They’re not just businesses — they’re locals backing local. Next time you need a hand, start here.

THE ANIMAL DR.

THE DOG SALON

THE DESIGNER INTERIOR DESIGN RENOVATIONS & NEW BUILDS

MOBILE LARGE ANIMAL VETERINARY SERVICE based in Agnes Water

Travels to Rosedale, Baffle Creek, Miriam Vale & surrounds | 20+yrs experience

0429 635 091 betty@paddockvetservices.com.au www.paddockvetservices.com.au

THE GROOM BUS Home - based salon in a unique converted bus Calm, one-on-one grooming Full grooms - De-shedding - Tidy-ups All breeds welcome 7+ Years experience

Bookings now open Jess - 0447837380

0423 63 73 86

www.gaylenedrewdesigns.com

THE CAREGIVERS

NDIS Support Work & Coordination Local Privately Owned Business Servicing Agnes Water & Surrounds

Amelia Best | 0431 397 201

admin@youniquesupportandcoordination.com.au

Registered Nurse | Comprehensive Care | Mobile | Specialised Expertise

Lauren Enge | 0447 674 789 nplhnursing@gmail.com

THE PEST BUSTERS

THE TRAINER

PINK PANTHER PEST SERVICES Pre & Post Construction dead Termite Management ant...dead ant...

General Pest Control Local with 20 years experience

SARAH: 0476 944 881

Lic. PMT011009622

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Personal Training | Strength Training | HIIT Yoga | Pilates | Reformer Boxing | Weight Loss Kids & Teens Programs Open Gym Support for Pregnant & New Mums 45 Lady Elliot Drive, Agnes Water

Ph. 0407 576 205

THE FIXERS 1770 Auto Glass ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

Tony & Jarren Bonney PH: 4974 7082 M: 0428 1 1770 1 Friendly Local Electricians 25yrs+

Email: sparkysatagnes@bigpond.com www.sparkysatagnes.com.au Full MEA Member A.B.N - 60 161 128 016 Electrical Contractor Licence: 75925

Fast & Efficient Service!

Port Curtis Property Maintenance Trade Qualified - 40 years experience 25 Years Master Painters Member

Windscreens, stone chips, repairs & replacements for all makes & Models Private & Insurance work covered & claims made easy.

1770 Auto Glass Mobile Service everywhere from 1770, Agnes Water, Bororen, Rosedale, Deepwater, Lowmead and all places in between!

Ph. 0447 670 600

PAINTING & MAINTENANCE CONTRACTOR Plaster repairs | Carpentry Repairs General Maintenance | Roof Leaks Insect Screens Re-meshed

0492 860 972 49cannons@gmail.com

LPG Supplier Pumps, Plumbing & Irrigation Home Brewing Supplies Pool Servicing Water Filtration Plus much more....check our website for details

Unit 7/7 Countess Russell Crescent, Agnes Water

(07) 4974 7070

www.pumpsgasstuff.com.au

THE BUILDERS

QLD 35+ Years of Precision Concrete Craftsmanship www.crittasconcretingqld.com

0499748219 THE MOVER

THE IT CROWD Reliable IT, Internet and Security Solutions for Homes and Businesses Your local Internet provider!

Satellite TV, TV Antennas and Starlink Installations Security Systems and CCTV Solutions Computer sales and repairs

07 4974 1770 | SALES@ITGUARDIAN.COM.AU

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THE MONEY PEOPLE

Local Financial Planning

Sam Ball

Passion | Experience | Qualified

Mortgage Broker Agnes Water | 1770 | Tannum Sands Discovery Coast & surrounds

0457 301 941

THE LANDSCAPER

0401 560 507 www.walkerfp.com.au jane@walkerfp.com.au

BOOK MEETING

sam@loudloans.com.au

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Authorised Rep No. 000400139 Authorised rep of Financial Force Australian Financial Services License 238 337

ANNOUNCEMENTS PLANT SALE

Goora Gan Steiner School Inc AGM Notice

Our 2026 Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday 3 June at 4pm, on site at 1 Surf Club Avenue.

Positions for Board Directors are open – expressions of interest are warmly welcomed by 29 May via email: secretary@gooragansteiner.qld.edu.au

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As an independent newspaper, the paper exists because local businesses choose to support local media, helping keep a positive, community-focused publication alive for residents and visitors alike. Every advertisement plays a part in ensuring local stories, events, achievements and community voices continue to have a platform.

When businesses advertise with The Coastal Rag, it sends a strong message that they believe in backing the region they operate in. Locals notice the businesses that support local initiatives, and there is real goodwill attached to being seen as part of the community rather than just operating within it.

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Quite simply, without the support of local businesses, publications like this would not continue — and with that support, the whole community benefits.

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Community Rallies to "Fix Flat Rock"

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AFFLE CREEK – A community once known for its legendary inability to agree on anything has finally found common ground: Flat Rock must be fixed.

What was once a vibrant community hub—hosting children’s birthday parties, engagements, weddings, the iconic RE/MAX Baffle Creek Raft Race, and serving as a much-loved destination for fishing, boating and family gatherings—has now become what residents describe as a growing health and safety concern.

The main recreational area is increasingly affected by tidal inundation, which locals believe has worsened due to upstream land clearing and changing environmental conditions. Sharp and slippery rocks have become a hazard for visitors. Public BBQ facilities and shelters have disappeared, the playground is outdated and exposed to the sun, and the Boat Club precinct—once bustling with sailors, swimmers and kayakers from across the region—has fallen into decline.

“We couldn’t agree on much. But we agree on this: Fix Flat Rock.”

— Fix Flat Rock spokesperson Public Meeting Details

and establish a steering committee to work collaboratively with Gladstone R e g i o n a l Council and the Queensland Government.

What’s at Stake Residents say they have witnessed a steady decline over the past decade, including: - Submerging recreational area – sections now underwater during high tide - Sharp, slippery rocks – ongoing safety concerns - Lost facilities – BBQs and shelters no longer in place - A tired playground – outdated equipment with little shade Boat ramp issues – difficult for solo users to launch vessels - Declining Boat Club precinct – once a thriving destination, now underused Community-Led Solutions Proposed Locals have already identified a number of practical, low-cost ideas, including:

- Raising the main area by 60–100cm with road base to prevent flooding - Installing a groin structure to slow currents and improve swimming conditions - Upgrading the playground with modern equipment, shade and seating - Restoring BBQ shelters and toilet The meeting will provide an amenities opportunity for residents to share - Improving the boat ramp for easier ideas, discuss practical improvements, single-person launching - Installing fishing hook disposal bins and signage to NURTURING WILD MINDS improve safety Date: Saturday, May 9 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Flat Rock Picnic Area, Baffle Creek Special Guests Invited: Deputy Mayor Natalia Muszkat and State Member Stephen Bennett MP

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For more than 40 years, the Baffle Creek Boat Club voluntarily replenished sand on the small beach area, until changing State Government regulations halted the work.

What residents

say was meant to be a straightforward re-zoning process stretched into more than two years of applications and delays.

Subsequent development approval requirements reportedly added costs of more than $30,000, placing volunteer efforts on hold.

Local Member Stephen Bennett MP later assisted in securing between $12,000 and $15,000 in funding, though residents say broader support is still needed.

“The Baffle community has historically demonstrated a unique, almost legendary inability to agree on anything. But anyone who has lived in or visited the area can see it plainly: Flat Rock is in steady decline. We’re done watching. It’s time to act.”

— Fix Flat Rock Steering Committee

“One might ask: How did we allow it to get to this? What can we, as a community, do?

The answer is lots.

And we’re starting on May 9.”

— Community volunteer

Contribution by Sunirmalya Symons

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HOROSCOPES Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 19) Patience is your secret weapon this fortnight. Something you wanted to happen quickly may take a little longer, but the outcome will be better for it. Keep your eyes open around the second week — a fresh opportunity could arrive when you least expect it.

Taurus (Apr 20 – May 20) You’re in a strong position to attract good things now. Money matters may improve, or you may finally feel more secure about the future. Enjoy the simple pleasures, but don’t be surprised if someone starts seeking your company more often.

Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 22) This is a good fortnight to share ideas, ask for what you want, and step into leadership. Others are more receptive to you than usual. A compliment or bit of attention may come from an interesting source.

Sagittarius (Nov 22 – Dec 21) You’re back in the driver’s seat.

Motivation rises, confidence returns, and it’s easier to know what you want.

Say yes to movement, fresh air, and spontaneous fun. The right company makes everything better.

Virgo (Aug 23 – Sept 22) Home and personal life take priority.

You may feel the urge to declutter, refresh your space, or create more peace around you. A family matter settles, bringing relief and room to breathe again.

Capricorn (Dec 22 – Jan 19) A lighter energy surrounds you, encouraging more fun, creativity, and openness. You don’t always need a plan for everything. Letting yourself enjoy the moment may lead to a welcome shift in your love life or a closer connection with someone already around you.

Libra (Sept 23 – Oct 22) Your words carry weight this fortnight, so speak clearly and honestly.

Negotiations, conversations, and plans all favour you now. Someone may reveal more than they intended, giving you helpful insight.

Gemini (May 21 – Jun 20) Adventure calls, even if it’s only a day trip or a change of routine. You’ll feel restless if life becomes too repetitive, so mix things up. News from afar or an unexpected message could bring excitement.

Scorpio (Oct 23 – Nov 21) A practical win is likely now, especially around finances or longoverdue decisions. You’re seeing situations more clearly and trusting your instincts again. Keep one eye on someone who seems curious about you.

Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22) Things that once felt tangled are beginning to straighten themselves out. Trust the process and don’t rush what is naturally unfolding. Someone’s quiet consistency may mean more to you now than grand promises ever could.

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LIVE MUSIC FRI 1ST | ESKO SCOTT Karaoke SAT 2ND | SONIC PLAYGROUND SUN 3RD | RUSSELL BISHOP 2pm FRI 8TH | WAXER SAT 9TH | TODD KEIGHTLEY FRI 15TH | LEWIS MCKEE SAT 16TH | THE FILL INS FRI 22ND | SHARKY SAT 23RD | VELOCITY DUO FRI 29TH | SPARGO BROTHERS SAT 30TH | COIGHTY AND THE KICKSTANDS

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Aquarius (Jan 20 – Feb 18) Quiet progress is still progress. Use this fortnight to recharge, plan, and work behind the scenes rather than chasing attention. A private chat or thoughtful gesture may mean more than it first appears.

Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20) Friendships and community connections are highlighted now.

The people around you remind you who’s in your corner. A fun invitation or social moment could lead to something unexpectedly uplifting.

MAY LIVE MUSIC

Saturday 2nd - RUSSELL GREY BISHOP 4.30-7.30pm Saturday 9th - WAXER 4.30-7.30pm Saturday 16th - CHE REMEDY 4.30-7.30pm Saturday 23rd - MR CHOLLIN 4.30-7.30pm Saturday 30th - BEVAN SPIERS 4.30-7.30pm check us out ph 4974 7004

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Movie Nite @ The Creek SAT 9th May - 6:30 - 8:30PM For one night only, the Club is bringing the big screen to life with the PG-rated movie Up “@ The Creek”. It’s a heartwarming adventure that’s perfect for families, friends & anyone who enjoys a great story with plenty of laughs .

Everyone is welcome, so invite the kids, bring your neighbours, and make it a night out together.

The bar & kitchen will be open for refreshments throughout the movie. Settle in early, and enjoy a great film in good company.

It’s simple, easy entertainment right here at The Creek.

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fantastic way to spend a sunny, still Sunday afternoon. Thank you to Matt Eales for conducting a highly anticipated Par 3 contest on April 12, inspired by the 2026 Masters.

Thank you also to the local businesses who kindly sponsored the day, putting up $100 cash for nine Nearest to Pin prizes: Loud Loans – won by Rhys Morgan 5.77m Emu Money – won by Chris Delaney 2.69m Captivating Constructions – won by Tim Anderson 1.75m Lush Scapes Landscaping – won by Di Wolfe 5m 1770 Sunset Cruises – won by James Tilley & Andrew Bastin 1.77m Caravan 4x4 Marine Auto Electrics – won by Darryl Morgan 0.79m Rivers Plumbing – won by Greg Johnston 1.45m High Vibrations Electrical – won by Bradley Lawrence 2.95m Round Hill Road Pizza – won by Shannon Ward 8.7m

Hughes for Amateur Division winner.

The winners were: Professional Division Winner – Bradley Lawrence with a 29 Professional R/U – Hannah Lawrence, Sue Hughes & Ashley Newstead all returning a 31 Amateur Net Division Winner – Bradley Lawrence with a net 25 (play-off) Amateur Net Division R/U – Sue Hughes with a net 25 Amateur Net Division 3rd – Hannah Lawrence, Kynan Zielke, Craig Macnamara & Cory Spicer all scoring a net 28 Rookie Division Winner – Ben Holzheimer with a 32 Rookie R/U – Chris McCaughan with a 39 Rookie 3rd – Jamie Peacock with a 40 Sue Hughes Par 3 Professional & Amateur Net division runner up with Matt Eales

Matt also dug into his own pocket, offering 2 x Hole-in-One prizes of $1,770 each (fortunately for Matt, neither were won), but the offer was there for the taking.

The day finished with a play-off between Bradley Lawrence and Sue

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Friday 10 April Chook Run was won

by Malcolm Barnes & Cory Spicer, both with a net 29, ahead of Boof Osborne second with a net 29½ and Steve Pearce third with a net 30½.

Both Cory and Shawn Horley played a great round of 38 on the front nine for best gross score of the day.

David Natoli won the pin shot on Hole 3, Boof Osborne Hole 4, Julian Eberhard Hole 5 and Cory

Spicer Hole 8. Paul Rodi won the putting competition with 36 points.

Saturday 11 April An Individual Stableford competition was won by Hannah Lawrence with an outstanding 43 points.

Shawn Horley came in second place

drive and Sue Hughes the ladies.

Friday 17 April Chook Run was won

by Darren Frankish with a net 29, Ollie Priem second with a net 30, and Shannon Ward third with a net 31½.

Paul Rodi had the best gross score of 38 on the back nine.

Darren Frankish won the pin shot on Holes 12 & 17, John Firth Hole 13 and Renee Priem Hole 14.

Ryan Watson won the putting competition with 34 points.

Saturday 18 April An Individual Stableford competition was won by Neville Hughes with 41 points, from Darryl Morgan second with a close 40 points.

Tania Dickson came in third place with 38 points and Lloyd Holley fourth with 37 points.

Bradley Lawrence Par 3 Professional & Amateur Net division winner with Matt Eales

with 40 points on a countback from James Tilley in third. Sue Hughes placed fourth with 39 points on a countback from Troy Wise in fifth.

Tania Dickson won the ladies longest drive and Paul Rodi the men’s. Shawn Horley won the pin shot on Holes 3 & 4, Blake Townsend Hole 5 and Ryan Watson Hole 6.

Thursday 16 April A 2-Person Ambrose was won by the team of John Jennings & Steve Black with a net 61.

Darryl Morgan won the pin shot on Hole 3, Shane Hazell Hole 4, Paul Rodi Hole 5 and Tania Dickson Hole 6.

Tania also won the ladies longest drive and Lachlan Hazell the men’s.

The Mens & Ladies Opens are on Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th May, open to all golfers with a current GA handicap. Both events are an 18 hole single stroke graded event with nominations being accepted by contacting the pro shop on 4974 9663 or via proshop@1770golf.com.au Good luck!

Jo - Anne Lawrence

Ben Holzheimer Rookie division winner with Matt Eales

Darryl Morgan & Bryce Lawlor were runners-up with a net 61¼.

Shawn Horley won the pin shot on Hole 3, Ross Graving Hole 4, Matt Cousins Hole 5 and Drew Clarke Hole 6. Blake won the men’s longest

Renee Priem with her first ever NTP win!!

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Discovery Coast Rotary Marks 10 Years of Community Service & Giving Back Discovery Coast Rotary celebrates its 10th Year on Friday 18th April 2026.

35 people attended our Celebration night and our special guests were MLA and Rotarian, Stephen Bennett and his wife, Fiona. Stephen and Fiona were with us on our Charter Night 10 years earlier.

How the Club Began: In 2014, a small group of Rotarians and friends from Gladstone would gather on Friday evenings in Agnes Water for dinner, drinks, and good company. During one of these relaxed catch ups (perhaps after a drink or two), someone floated the idea: “Why don’t we start a Rotary Club here?” That simple suggestion set everything in motion.

The Rotary Club of Gladstone was approached to establish a satellite

club, a public meeting was held, and—voilà!—we became only the second Rotary satellite club in Australia. Robyn McCarthy served as our inaugural Chairperson.

We were chartered on 22 April 2016 with our Charter Night Celebrations taking place on 13th May 2016, at the Community Centre, Agnes Water, officiated by then District Governor Brian Jessett. Michael Hills became our first President.

One of the defining moments in our early history was the gifting of our major project—the Discovery Coast Rotary Markets. The gentleman who had been running the markets on behalf of the local SES group entrusted the project to us, and we embraced it wholeheartedly. What began as a modest local market of around 40 stallholders has grown into the vibrant, successful community market we know today.

(Dolphin) at the Umoja Orphanage in Kenya, have sponsored youth on the Tall Ship Sailing Program, and established scholarships at local schools.

Despite our size, the Club certainly punches above its weight at the District level. We proudly boast two District Governors—PDG Adele Hughes and PDG Martti Kankkunen— as well as a ShelterBox District Chairperson, Dietor Torheiden.

From a casual dinner conversation to a thriving, impactful Rotary Club, our story is one of initiative; COMMUNITY SPIRIT, AND A SHARED BELIEF IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE.

Karen Kankkunen Discovery Coast Rotary

Over the years, our Club has remained steadfast in upholding the ethos of Rotary.

We have donated thousands of dollars to local, national, and international initiatives.

Our commitment to youth is strong: we support the Rotary Youth Exchange Program, sponsor a child

Regional Pride and Economic Contribution 1770 Lagoons Central Apartment Resort, offering apartment‑style accommodation with on‑site dining, spa and flexible event spaces, is reaffirming its place at the heart of the Discovery Coast’s visitor economy, enhancing its service offering and supporting continued growth in local tourism.

As one of the region’s most significant hospitality operators, the resort continues to attract leisure guests, touring groups and business travellers seeking a *uality coastal experience.

The Agnes Water and Town of 1770 area is renowned for its rich First Nations and colonial history, natural beauty and coastal lifestyle. The region experienced significant growth through the 19 0s–1990s “sea change” movement, setting the stage for a purpose‑built destination resort.

The vision for a landmark 121‑apartment resort began in the mid‑2000s but stalled during the GFC. Following a change of ownership in 201 , construction recommenced and, by 201 , the property opened its doors, welcoming guests resort places guests within holidaymakers, touring seeking a relaxed, nature‑led coastal escape. easy reach of seasonal whale coach groups and business In 2019, Brisbane‑based Central Apartment Group assumed viewing (July–November), events. management, integrating the property into its national National ark trails and portfolio and investing in day‑to‑day operations across exceptional bird watching. accommodation, restaurants and events. Today, the resort’s With on-site lantations Discovery Coast Tourism teams in guest services, housekeeping, maintenance, food & Restaurant, apartment‑style & Commerce Inc. beverage, spa and conferencing work together to deliver accommodation, An#ea Day Member: seamless stays for visitors from Bundaberg, Gladstone, Spa and flexible event spaces 1770 LAGOONS CENTRAL Rockhampton and beyond. and conference facilities, the APARTMENT RESORT Set at the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef, the property caters e*ually to Captain Cook Dr & eac es

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Council Crackdown on Captain Creek Community Sport & Rec

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ong term President of the Captain Creek Community Sport and Recreation Association Inc., John Massurit, describes the club as

"the heart of the resilient community" Existing entirely due to the efforts of a volunteer workforce and operating under a Council Lease, the club has evolved to have 240 members, along with a legion of children in the post Covid era of an exploding family and communityf o c u s e d population.

Recognising the need to strengthen community bonds through social networking and events, the club hosts monthly Saturday market stalls, produce swap meets, Open Mic nights and other special events. It also hosts free, funfilled catered events every Christmas, Easter, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. This year the committee was also hoping to host an inaugural festival style event for Oktoberfest. The reality of this vision now hangs in the balance, as John describes the recent Council Enforcement Orders issued as a 'big hammer on a little nail'.

Live music is one of the most important features the club has to offer, with Open Mic night held on the fourth Friday of every month. In order to enhance the quality of the acoustics, the committee decided that a screen was needed on the back wall of the stage, approximately 10m wide and 4m high. It was built by a cooperative of volunteers, comprising a new timber framework and recycled timber pallets. Since the new screen’s installation in early February, the community has experienced a shared sense of pride in the improved function and aesthetic of the stage.

Volunteers, including qualified tradesmen, constructed the screen prior to seeking Council approval.

It is a Council requirement that any structure over 2 metres must have Council approval. Due to a complaint made by a member of the public, the committee was advised that Council officials would be inspecting the screen. Even with every safety measure incorporated into the existing stage structure, including the fact the screen could not be climbed by young children, an Enforcement Order to remove the screen was immediately imposed, Council citing that second hand timber had been used (instead of 'graded, reclaimed timber) and that the structure was deemed unsafe due to the lack of compliant construction specifications

within a cyclonic region. During this process, current committee members were dismayed to learn that the Council could not provide assurance that structural records existed of any Final Inspection carried out at the premises since the construction of the main club house in 1996. John felt the onus to allow public access

to such records was on the Council.

He expressed his disappointment that Council appears to have placed the burden of compliance onto the current committee in the absence of these records. He was advised

by Council that licensing approval to host this year's community Oktoberfest event would be withheld unless the Enforcement Orders issued were completed for the overdue Final Inspections. This oversight has placed enormous pressure on volunteers and the financial stability of the club, which John describes as 'running on a shoestring ". The substantial checklist of tasks for completion, however challenging, are being met with the trademark resilience that volunteer members continuously display, to ensure the ongoing social needs of the community continue to be met.

As a first step toward compliance, and to avoid closure, on the 14th April, the Captain Creek community banded together to remove the screen in its entirety. After this deflating exercise was completed by many hands, committee members were delighted to accept the generous contribution from a local member to fund the structural engineering required to reinstall the screen to Council Specifications.

John questioned the commitment of the Gladstone Regional Council as host to programs such as The Resilient C o m m u n i t y Program, of which the club is a part. He

described the arduous and frustrating task for committee members seeking clarification from Council on certain items expected to be upgraded for compliance. He does not feel that the urgency that has been imposed on the club to ensure these tasks are completed on time, is reciprocated

by Council when answers are needed and time is of the essence.

He suspects this may be due in part, to the 2008 amalgamation of the Miriam Vale Shire Council and the Gladstone Regional Council.

The apparent discrepancies in records may have occurred during the Captain Creek rezoning process.

With the Club opening come rain, hail or shine every Friday night for Community Night at the Creek, local children swarm the grassy paddock and epic playground, while parents relax and catch up with friends. This community connection is what drives John to donate his time and effort to provide a space that allows families to step back in time, back to the decades where children played outside, without digital devices, building friendships and life skills, and parents were granted the time and space to enjoy the company of their peers.

When asked if compliance was achievable within the time constraint, John responded with the same heartfelt determination that mirrors the resilient nature of the community and club itself. He stated: "It takes time and we are not a business, we have finite resources, but we will do it. We will get it done. We will overcome the

burden that has been placed on our club" Eleisha Whitson Community Correspondant.

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