New Editor in the House
Maria Lynch passes over the reigns after an amazing 4 years at The Coastal Rag!
Well, here we are!
I never expected to find myself in this position, but I’m so grateful to be here. When Maria told me there would only be two more issues of The Coastal Rag, I couldn’t accept it. I’ve always loved this publication and have picked it up every time I saw it. It’s a true community treasure, and I believe it has to continue. So, here I am, ready and excited to do my part in keeping it alive!
But here’s the thing: a community newspaper needs a community. And that means we all need to get involved. I encourage you to support The Coastal Rag by purchasing each issue, sharing your ideas, contributing stories, advertising with us, submitting announcements, well-wishes,
help us all stay connected. Your involvement is what will keep us strong and vibrant.
I also want to take a moment to thank Maria for everything she has done—and continues to do—for The Coastal Rag and our community. She is a force of nature, always working to make sure we’re informed and united. We are incredibly lucky to have her on our side. Thank you, Maria, for your tireless dedication! Thank you also, for holding my hand through this transition period. It has made these last few weeks possible.
You might notice some changes in the upcoming issues as I experiment with the formatting and sections to find what works best and what you all enjoy. Your feedback is invaluable, and I am
eager to collaborate with you! I envision this paper as a community effort, thriving for years to come.
Don’t forget to check out page 10 for a chance to win a prize just for sharing your thoughts!
Lastly, thank you to all of you for entrusting me with the stewardship of The Coastal Rag. I’m looking forward to this new chapter, and I can’t wait to see how we can keep this publication going for years to come. Let’s make it something we’re all proud of!
- Jamie Saunders
Community News & Updates p 4-7
Sport + p 8-9
Puzzles + p 10-11
Gov’t Updates p 12-13
Community Contacts/ Support p 14-15
Trades & Services p 16
Markets / Date Claimers p 17
Entertainment p 18-19
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The views expressed in paid or unpaid articles and advertisements do not necessarily reflect the views or preferences of the Editor or The Coastal Rag Newspaper.
Dear Readers
At the last minute, I decided to edit the front page to include a coastal background, but I’m not sold on it just yet. I would love to feature different photos from across our region in future issues to showcase how lucky we are to live in such a beautiful part of the world. Please send through some shots if you’d like to see your pictures in upcoming issues.
I’ve really enjoyed working on this first issue. Reading the Lighthouse restoration story made me want to visit the Lighthouse again and truly take it all in. If you haven’t been, I highly recommend it.
Sharing the stories of some of our local veterans who have recently passed felt like a meaningful way to pay respects to men and women who have done so much for all of us.
On a lighter note, it’s wonderful to see the growing number of community services and events our area has to offer. This is always an exciting part of a thriving community.
It’s fantastic to see local c ommunity member Amelia Best expanding her NDIS company to meet local needs and provide jobs.
The last few weeks preparing this paper have had their challenges, especially with the printer, but Maria and I worked through them as a team, and she backed me the whole time. If this paper reaches your hands on time, it will be because of sheer teamwork.
Thank you to everyone who shared and contributed. I am looking forward to the next issue.
Jamie Saunders Editor
YOUR LOCAL PAPER, YOUR LOCAL VOICE SINCE 1989.
The Coastal Rag pays its respects and acknowledges the traditional custodians of this land, extending this respect to Elders past, present, and emerging
The Restoration Of Bustard Head Lighthouse Part II.
The Department of Transport’s decision in 1986 to remove caretakers from Bustard Head Lighthouse proved to be a disastrous decision. For the first two years the station laid empty but undamaged. However, for the next 8 years with no caretaker to maintain the buildings or roads, severe damage was done either by vandals or weather conditions. In 1990 vandals turned off the mains power at the power pole near the lighthouse which left no light to assist vessels for one night.
At other times during 1990, there were major power failures which resulted in the light being out for three nights on one occasion. Finally, in 1994 the Australian Heritage Commission decided that Bustard Head Lighthouse was of a historical significance that it should be listed on the Register of the National Estate. The same year saw the
beginning of tourism at the lighthouse with the introduction of the LARC 1770 Environmental Tours, by Des and Betty Mergard. Des and Betty made numerous offers to the Australian Maritime Safety Authority, to provide a caretaker and refurbish the buildings, but at the same time negotiations were underway to transfer the major lighthouse reserves from Federal to State control, and the Mergard’s proposal was rejected.
While discussions between different government bodies as to who would be responsible for the upkeep of the Bustard Bay Lighthouse. On one occasion in December, 1995 within a period of twenty-four hours, a pack of mindless morons went on a frenzied rampage of destruction, smashing every window and wall panels of both the cottages. Window frames were ripped out, rainwater tanks were punctured, porcelain
bathroom fittings were shattered, the awnings and guttering were pulled from their brackets, and the bush cemetery was also vandalised.
In November 1996 a conservation management plan was completed that recommended that the lighthouse, and all associated buildings, including the cemetery be maintained and preserved. At the beginning of 1999, none of the recommendations had been implemented. Stuart and Shirley Buchanan, had lived and worked as lighthouse keepers on Bustard Head Lighthouse, over a number of years. Their last year at the lighthouse was in 1981, until sadly they had to leave a place they came to really love. After many years living away from their beloved Bustard Head Lighthouse, they paid a return visit as passengers on the LARC. The sight of the destructive vandalism which had taken place was devastating to the Buchanan’s. Stuart and Shirley together with Des and Betty Mergard hurriedly organised a town meeting with many locals at the time forming the Bustard Head Lighthouse Trust.
Finally, negotiations between Federal and State Governments for the Bustard Head Lighthouse Trust, were to be given a 20 year lease, and a grant obtained to commence the rebuilding of the Lighthouse Precinct.
For the next 18 years many long hours of hard work, injection of personal funds, and the determination of the Buchanan’s, the Mergard family, and many local tradespeople, passing yachties, and volunteers, the Bustard Head Lighthouse was finally restored to its former glory. The restored lighthouse opened on 3 March 2013. If not for the dedication of the above named, who knows what
condition the lighthouse would be in today.
Ref: S.Buchanan has kindly given his permission to the Agnes Water Museum to use extracts and photos from his book ‘Lighthouse of Light’ $35.00.
By The Agnes Water Museum
Exciting News: YOUnique Support & Coordination Expands further to Serve Our Community
We are thrilled to announce that YOUnique Support & Coordination, a dedicated provider of quality services to NDIS participants, is expanding its presence in our community. This expansion marks a significant milestone in their mission to empower individuals and enhance their quality of life.
Founded by Amelia Best, a passionate professional with a strong background in education support, NDIS, and community services, YOUnique has been making a meaningful impact since 2019. With certifications in Education Support, Community Services, and Support Coordination, Amelia has equipped herself with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide personalized and empathetic support to individuals and their families.
YOUnique’s expansion means more individuals in our community will have access to
their exceptional services, including tailored tutoring sessions and support coordination. Their approach focuses on individual strengths, fostering independence, and creating meaningful outcomes through transparency, expertise and compassion.
As YOUnique continues to grow, they remain committed to making the NDIS journey seamless for participants by connecting them with the right supports and optimizing their plans. This expansion is a testament to their dedication to creating a supportive and
inclusive environment for all individuals.
We are excited to see the positive impact YOUnique Support & Coordination will have on our community and look forward to the endless opportunities for content and advertising that this expansion brings. Let’s celebrate this new chapter and support YOUnique in their mission to empower and uplift our community.
Amelia Best, YOUnique Support & Coordination.
Agnes Water/1770 RSL Sub-branch News: Our Community Mourns a Great Loss
A sad time for Agnes Water/1770 RSL sub Branch and the Agnes Water community with three veterans/community members passing since December.
Bernie Gains
Bernie Gains service number A118346 took his last flight 5.3.1951 – 03.12.2024. Bernie served 3.5 years in the Air Force at Townsville. Bernie worked in Agnes Water for years and was our RSL Flag Marshal for many years raising the flag every morning and taking it down at sunset. He was well-known in town, and was always walking along Captain Cook Drive. It’s just not the same not to see him along the footpath.
Colonel Bruce Kemp
Colonel Bruce Kemp AM service number 53843 went on his last patrol 22.02.1940 – 14.12.2024. Bruce served in the army and his country for 33 years and did two tours of Vietnam.
Bruce moved to Agnes Water around 15 years ago. Bruce was first introduced to Agnes Water whilst looking for a place to put a military training base, which is now Shoal Water Bay at Yeppoon.
Not many locals know that Bruce had to report on both places (Agnes Water & Yeppoon) and give his recommendations on which place would be suitable for the military training area. So if he had chosen Agnes Water it could have been a different place. Bruce in his service was also attached to the Queen. While in service Bruce was awarded the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) which is awarded to military personnel for exceptional service. One of his nominations came from Prince Charles now King Charles.
He had a very interesting life and was always a gentleman.
Community News & Updates
Paul White
Paul White service number R98108 crossed the bar 25.02.1951 –10.01.2025. Paul served his country in the Navy for 7 years and was a Vietnam veteran. Paul lived in the Agnes Water area for about 10 years and was known for being a larrikin. Might I just say not only in Agnes Water but throughout his whole life. Paul was known to have an article or two in The Coastal Rag paper, some not politically correct but hey that was Paul.
All of these veterans will have plaques placed on the RSL “Wall of Remembrance” at the Cenotaph. In the past 2 years, the RSL has had eight veterans go on their final journey, which all lived within our community. On a lighter note, enjoy the photos when these guys were young.
Regards, Lillian Turner
Calling all Discovery Coast Tourism Stakeholders: Dont Miss Out on having your say!
There are two important tourism community consultation workshops on offer to us. The first week of Feb 2025 will be a jam-packed week for all the tourism stakeholders of this region. If you have an interest in the way this regions tourism plan is built and implemented then these workshops are not to be missed to have your voice heard.
Southern Great Barrier Reef
Destination Management Plan workshops
Agnes Water / 1770
Date: Monday 3 February
Where: 1770 Lagoons Central Apartment Resort, Captain Cook Drive, Agnes Water Time: 1 to 4 pm Register at bit.ly/40v2XOC
Bundaberg
Date: Tuesday 4 February
Where: Bundaberg Multiplex Sport & Convention Centre, 1 Civic Ave Time: 10 am to 1 pm Register at bit.ly/4fWYAjW
Gladstone
Date: Wednesday 5 February Where: Gladstone Engineering Alliance (Large Conference Room), Unit 4/69 Goondoon St, Gladstone Time: 11 am to 2 pm Register at https://bit.ly/4gVUxFC
Destination 2045: Queensland’s Tourism Future Regional Consultation workshops with special guest - The Hon. Andrew Powell MP, - Minister for the Environment and Tourism and Minister for Science and Innovation
Workshop details below:
Bundaberg
Date: Tuesday 4 February Where: Bundaberg Multiplex Sport & Convention Centre, 1 Civic Avenue, Bundaberg Time: 1.30 to 3 pm Register at bit.ly/3Wm3AYb
Gladstone
Date: Wednesday 5 February
Where: Gladstone Engineering Alliance (Large Conference Room), Unit 4/69 Goondoon St, Gladstone Central Time: 9 to 10.30 am Register at bit.ly/4ahEOhD
Type the registration link for example: bit.ly/4ahEOhD into your search engine to register. Let us know how you enjoy the workshops.
Town of 1770 Golf Course & Driving Range: Results
Thursday, 9th January was an individual stroke round won by Jay Bills with a great 5 over par round of 73 and net 65 on a countback from Lloyd Holley, runner-up. Brett Newstead came in third place with a net 70, and Cooper Wolfe placed fourth with a net 71. Tim Anderson won the pin shot on hole 3, Andrew Bastin on hole 4, John McLean on hole 5, and Jay Bills on hole 6. The longest drives on holes 9 & 18, sponsored by Roy Gripske & Sons, were won by Tania Dickson for the ladies and Joe Morris for the men.
Friday, 10th January’s Chook Run was won by Synon Holland with a great round, finishing with a net 28 ahead of Ryan Watson, second with a net 28 ½, and Brett Young placed third with a net 29. Lachlan Hazell scored a par round of 34 on the back 9 to take out the best gross score of the day! Ken Armstrong won the pin shots on holes 12 & 14, Spencer Wolfe on hole 13, and Andrew Bastin on hole 17. Brett Newstead cleaned up the putting, scoring 36 points.
Saturday, 11th January was an individual stableford round with a small field due to the rain. However, Charlie Lockwood came out the winner with 37 points on a countback from Mick McConnell, runner-up, and Jay Bills placed a close third with 36 points. Jay Bills cleaned up the pin shots on holes 3, 4 & 5, and Charlie took out the 6th pin shot with his first shot of the day.
Thursday, 16th January was a 2-person ambrose won by the team of Chris Delaney & Lachlan Hazell, scoring a net 60 ¾. Spencer Wolfe & John Leggatt came in runner-up with a net 63 ½ on a countback from John Jennings & Joe Morris for third. Joe won the pin shot on holes 3 & 4, and Lachlan Hazell on holes 5 & 6. The longest drives, sponsored by Roy Gripske & Sons, were won by Brett Newstead & Hannah Lawrence.
Friday’s Chook Run on 17th January was won by Spencer Wolfe & James Tilley, both returning a net 30. Lachlan Raven placed second with a net 30 ½, and Dale Cameron came in third place with a net 31. The best
gross score of the day went to Lachlan Hazell with a 38 on the front 9, and there was a 5-way tie for the putting competition between Shawn Horley, Brett Newstead, John McLean, Spencer Wolfe & Danny Wolfe, all scoring 32 points. Ashley Newstead won the pin shot on hole 3, Gary Pengelly on hole 4, Darren Frankish on hole 5, and Kev Watson on hole 8.
The individual stableford competition on Saturday, 18th January was won by Hannah Lawrence with a great round of 40 points. Andy Castel from Boyne/Tannum placed second with 35 points, Steve Black third with 34 points, and Lloyd Holley won a countback from Spencer Wolfe with 33 points for fourth place. Hayden Armstrong won the pin shot on holes 3 & 5, Gary Pengelly on hole 4, and Grant Robertson on hole 6. Joe Morris won the men’s longest drive and Hannah Lawrence the ladies’, kindly sponsored by Roy Gripske & Sons.
Kind Regards, Jo-Anne Lawrence
Agnes Water Active Riders Update
We hope you’re all enjoying the summer break! Our club activities will resume in March, and a full calendar will be posted on our Facebook page soon.
Exciting news—our arena is nearing completion! Over the summer, we’re adding the finishing touches to this fantastic facility. A huge thank you to Queensland Sport and
Recreation for their support through the Minor Infrastructure Program, which made this possible for our community.
Additionally, work on the car park and driveway will begin soon, thanks to funding from the Gambling Community Benefit Fund. These upgrades will make accessing our grounds even better.
A big congratulations to our members Karen, Kate, Bella, and Deb, who competed in the Bundaberg & District Extreme Cowboy Racing competition last weekend. Well done! We hope to see you all representing at State and Nationals soon.
We were also thrilled to recently welcome a volunteer from Switzerland, who gave us a hand
Other and planted a tree during their visit. It’s fantastic to see support from near and far!
Mark your calendars—our next working bee is scheduled for February 15th. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for more details as the date approaches. We are aiming to hold more regular working bees with some great volunteer incentives as rewards.
We’re looking forward to another fantastic year ahead!
Regards,
Agnes Water Active Riders
Understanding
the New Underpayment Laws Effective from 1st January 2025: Tips for Small Businesses to Ensure Compliance.
Starting from 1 January 2025, Australia has introduced new criminal underpayment laws aimed at protecting employees from intentional underpayment. These laws impose severe penalties, including fines and imprisonment, for businesses found guilty of deliberately underpaying their staff. The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) is empowered to investigate and refer cases for criminal prosecution.
Steps for Small Businesses to Ensure Compliance:
Audit Payroll Records:
Regularly review and audit payroll records to ensure all employees are being paid correctly, including overtime and penalty rates.
Correct Underpayments
Promptly: If any underpayments are identified, rectify them immediately to avoid legal consequences.
Follow the Voluntary Small Business Wage Compliance Code: This code provides guidance on maintaining wage compliance and can help small businesses stay on the right side of the law.
Stay Informed: Keep up to date with the latest wage laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.
By implementing these steps, businesses in the Discovery Coast can protect themselves from legal penalties and foster a fair and compliant workplace for their
employees. For more detailed information, you can read the full article on My Business.
www.mybusiness.com.au
More important Websites and places for more information on this topic:
1. Voluntary Small Business Wage Compliance Code via www.fairwork.gov.au
2. National Employment Standards via www.fairwork.gov. au
3. Australian Taxation Office https://www.ato.gov.au/
Kids Corner
Back to School Find a word
History
Lunch Box
Gym
Stapler
Pencils
Uniforms
Paints
Calculator Math
Science
Notebook
Ruler
Pens
Shoes
Binder
Agenda
Backpack
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In the spirit of new beginnings, The Coastal Rag invites all community members, both new and long-standing, to get involved and help shape this cherished community asset.
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Judy’s Shepherd’s Pie
Ingredients
- Olive oil
- minced garlic
- 1 onion
- 1 carrot
- 1 celery stick
- 3/4 tsp dried thyme
- 500-750g beef mince
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/4 tomato paste
- 2 cups stock
- 1/2 cupwater
- 1 tbsp worcestshire sauce
- salt + pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 kg potatos
- 2/3 cup milk
- 2 tsbp butter
Recipe from a Local
Instructions
1. Peel, cut and boil potoatoes till soft.
2. Heat oil in pan and add garlic and onions,
3. Add carrot, celery and herbs until softened.
4. Add mince and cook until browned.
5. Add flour and mix.
6. Add paste, stock, water, and Worcestshire.
milk. Mash potatoes until smooth.
7. Bring to a simmer and cook for up to 30 minutes. Stir occassionally.
Free Parent Program
11. Assemble the mince in an oven proof dish and top with mashed potatoes.
12. Bake for 30-40 minutes or until golden on top.
By Judy Geier
Updates from Gladstone Regional Council: Free First Aid for Our Community
PROVIDE FIRST AID TRAINING—FREE
Learn First Aid to strengthen your skills and promote resilience within your community. Register now to secure your spot! https:// www.gladstone.qld.gov.au/events/event/536/community-first-aid-courses -open-for-bookings. Light refreshments will be provided.
• Baffle Creek Thursday 6 February 8.30am to 4.30pm, Baffle Creek Community Inc
• Agnes Water Friday 7 March- 8.30am to 4.30pm, Agnes Water Community Centre
• Callioipe Friday 21 March- 8am to 4pm, Meeting Room (next to Calliope Library)
• Gladstone Monday 31 March, 7.15am to 4pm
• Mt Larcom Tuesday 20 May-8.30am to 4.30pm, Mount Larcom Community Centre
• Gladstone Monday 9 June, 7.15am to 4pm
Arrangements.
Council facilitated Community Forums
Share your thoughts & have your say on what matters most in your area. Below are placeholders as planning is in progress.
Miriam Vale - 12 February 2025
Baffle Creek. Rosedale, Lowmead and surrounding areas1 March 2025
Agnes Water - 5 April 2025
Bustard Head Lighthouse Exhibition
Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum. Cnr of Goondoon & Bramston Sts, Gladstone.
Date: 5 April - 31 May 2025
A series of painted maps depicting Bustard Head Lighthouse and surrounds.
Council Events and Workshops
FREE Grant Writing for the Arts Workshop - Agnes Water Meeting Room - 71 Springs Road, Agnes Water - 2pm-5pm - 13 February 2025 Contact for more details: 07 4976 6766 or gragm@gladstone.qld.gov.au
FREE Welcome to the Region Morning Tea - Miriam Vale Community Centre - 41 Blomfield Street, Miriam Vale. 09:30am - 11:30am - Wednesday 12 March 2025. Come along and enjoy a free morning tea and coffee, while meeting new people and connecting.
Boyce Re-endorsed by LNP For Flynn
It was an honour to recently be unanimously re-endorsed by LNP branch members as their candidate for the seat of Flynn. For over two years, I’ve been working hard for the Flynn electorate. I have a strong record of getting things done.
Some of these achievements include:
• Opened the School of Manufacturing in Gladstone.
· Delivered the John Peterson Bridge near Mundubbera.
• Secured funding for an Agnes Water Skatepark
· Helped deliver the Rookwood Weir near Rockhampton.
• Supported volunteers and community groups to buy new equipment, increase their volunteers and upskill.
• Supported local athletes with financial assistance to participate in state, national or international championships.
• Supported community-based projects and activities aimed at
commemorating the service and sacrifice of Australia’s service personnel in wars, conflicts and peace operations, and their families.
• Introduced amendments to protect the Great Artesian Basin and secured protections against waste dumping.
• Successfully stopped Labor’s ‘Fresh Food Tax’.
However, there is more work to be done, and this election is a choice about Australia’s future. Unlike Labor, the Coalition will have the right priorities for Australia and with the right priorities we will have the right policies to support Australians, families and small businesses.
The Coalition have a plan to get Australia back on track. Our plan will deliver:
• Low inflation, by reining in wasteful spending that fuels inflation and by reducing tax
and red-tape.
• Affordable homes, by funding critical infrastructure required for housing, helping first home buyers, restricting foreign investors, and restoring a sustainable migration intake.
• Safer communities, by getting tough on violent crime by non-citizens, boosting our defence and border security.
• Quality healthcare, by funding more GPs, increasing bulk billing rates and more Medicaresubsidised mental health sessions. Whether you live in the Central Highlands to the West, Gracemere to the North, Gladstone to the East, Wondai to the South or one of the towns in between, I am committed to ensuring strong representation for the Flynn electorate and I will continue to deliver for our region.
Media Contacts: Cody Vella | 0447 611 102
Boyce comments on the Bruce Highway Upgrades: Gin Gin to Rockhampton Must Be Priority
Federal Member for Flynn, Colin Boyce has called on the Federal and Queensland Governments to prioritise and bring forward funding for upgrades of the Gin Gin to Rockhampton section of the Bruce Highway in his electorate of Flynn.
“This national Highway stretches from Brisbane to Cairns and is essential for thousands of Queenslanders who rely on this vital piece of infrastructure,” Mr Boyce said.
“It’s about time this Government
invested in this critical highway. However, there needs to be a commitment that the stretch of Highway between Gin Gin and Rockhampton be prioritised and upgraded as soon as possible.
“Furthermore, the Labor Government’s decision to reverse the 80:20 funding split to 50:50 in following Labor’s infrastructure pipeline review in 2023 has proven detrimental to funding for our highway delaying much needed safety improvements.”
“Thankfully, the Labor
Government have heard our calls loud and clear and finally agreed to reinstate an 80:20 funding split for the Bruce Highway. Something that my Coalition colleagues and I have been calling on for years.
“I will continue my fight for more funding for Central Queensland’s patch of the Bruce Highway.”
ENDS Media Contact: Mr Boyce: Cody Vella | 0447 611 102 | Cody.Vella@aph.gov.au
The Coastal Rag Important community contacts
Gladstone Regional Council
Urgent matters (e.g., burst water main), call any time, day or night.
Non-urgent matters, please call during business hours: 8.30am and 5pm
After-hours calls are diverted to our Emergency Call Centre.
Phone: (07) 4970 0700
Contact Us Opening Hours:
8.30am - 5pm Monday to Friday
Postal Address: PO Box 29 Gladstone Qld 4680
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”
GRC
Transfer Stations
MUST WEAR ENCLOSED SHOES
Agnes Water as of 1st April
Mon – Fri - 8am – 12pm
Sat & Sun - 8 – 12 & 1 - 4pm
Baffle Creek
Thurs – Mon - 1pm – 4pm
Rosedale
Thurs – Mon - 8am – 11am
Re-Cycle your old plant pots!
GRC Library
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
(for those that want to learn and those who wish to have a game or two)
Storytime Thursdays 10.30 – 11.30
Museum
New Exhibition – Door of Destiny
Open Monday-Sunday
10.00am - 2.00pm
69 Springs Road, Agnes Water (opposite the Tourist Information Centre)
Ph. (07) 49 749 511
Emergency
Police; Call 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 do not get paid, 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 & 4thTues 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 DoctorsDr Gillian Ette: Mt Maria (Mon & Thurs morn) 4156 9198.
Optometrist 4902 2000
Poisons Info: 13 11 26
Ambulance:13 12 33
Chemists
Agnes Water Pharmacy - 4974 9700
Live Life Pharmacy - 4803 5291
Defibrillator Locations
Agnes Water/1770 Local Ambulance, Agnes Water Servo, 1770 Bowls Club, 1770 Camping Ground, Rosedale Hotel, Baffle Creek General store, Agnes Water Post Office, Food works, Codie’s Place, Captain Creek Sport & Rec. Tavern. Lifeline pharmacy. The Reef Caravan Park & Sandcastles Resort, donated by Rotary.
4Cyte Pathology
We are located st Agnes Water Doctors & at Impact Community Health.
2853 Round Hill Rd, Agnes Water Clinic Phone: 0402 682 086
JP Services
Available at :
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
Wildlife Assistance
WIldlife Carer - Yvonne Thompson 0427 860 801
Vet (07) 4974 9045
Snake Catchers
Jason: 0421 174 128
Tim Hein: 0424 629 801
Michael: 0490 945 016
Leah 0468 907 130 or
Corey 0434 855 662
Katherine 0487 172 980
Kathy Robertson Cipak: 0419 672 899
Marine stranding’s: 1300 130 372
Other RSL
Friday morning Bingo at the Tavern, eyes down 9.15am and our Friday night 6pm - meat tray raffles and Jag the Joker (Tavern).
Community Groups, Churches and support
Community Groups
1770 Art Show: Ph Lynne 0411 126 701 1770 Bowls Club: Ph 0480 355 114
1770 Dragons: Ph Keith 0427 261 253
2025 Agnes Blues, Roots & Rock Festival: Ph 0439 880 772
Agnes Conservation Community (ACC) Contact info@agnescc.org.au
AW Childcare: Ph 4974 9066
AW Craft Ladies: 1st Wed of the month. 9am – 12 pm. 12 Seaspray Dve. Judy: 4974 7373
AW Men’s Shed: 49 747 043
AW Active Riders: Bronwyn 0448 938 493 AW/1770 Little Athletics: Sophie 0400 881 696. awla1770@gmail.com
AW Orchid & Foliage Group: 1st Wed of the month.10am – 12 noon. 0417 141 775
AW Play Group: Tarsh 0412 748 409 AW/1770 RSL Subbranch: Lillian. Ph 0499 075 741
AW Quilting &Textile: Karen 0417 106 884
AW Rugby League: 0412 707 602
AW Surf Life Saving: 4111 1000
AW Triathlon: Ph 0432 600 379
AWSUM Ukulele Group: Lyn 0419 015 584
Baffle Creek Craft ladies: Every Wed at the Sport & Rec. 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. All welcome!
Boomerang Bags: Every Tues 9am at the Baptist Church Bicentennial Drive Ph: Susan Burcher 0403 615 234
Brekky Club – 1st Tuesday of the month meets at Latinos! Next 8 am
Captain Cook 1770 AW Lions Club: Dave Wilkinson 0439 076 409 Captain Creek Pony Club: Ph: Kyra French 0401 827 988
Coast & Country School Buses: Ph 1300428737
Disc Coast Environment Group: Ph 0439 289 633
Discovery Coast Men’s Circle: Aaron Shultz. Ph 0400 573 867 Every 2nd Mon at (New Hall) 6.30pm.
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 Sport & Rec: 0474 316 621
Disc Coast Tourism & Commerce: (DCTC)
Email: info@dctc.com.au. Ph: 0458 491 770 Discovery Vibes choir and marimba in Seventeen Seventy by Helga Bateman 0418752558)
Discovery Coast Women’s: 2nd Thurs of each month. 10:00am to 12:00pm, (Old Hall)) Contact: 0437 233 799.
Imperial Vale Station: Every Tuesday Meet & Greet. 10am FREE smoko! Mary 0439 831 806.
Lowmead play group: Every Wed 9-11am, Lowmead School.
Marine stranding’s: 1300 130 372
Miriam Vale: Community Playgroup @ MVSS 9am – 11 am. Every Wednesday
Rosedale Playgroup: Every Friday 9am Rosedale School.
Rotary - discoverycoastrotary@gmail.com
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.
Wartburg Playgroup: Every Thus 9am Wartburg School.
Churches
Agnes Water Baptist Church
200 Bicentennial Dr, Agnes Water Contemporary Sunday Worship Service commences at 9.30am. Followed by morning tea. There is also a ‘Kids Church’ program running concurrently with the Worship Service during School Terms” All are warmly welcomed. Phone: Pastor Rob Rodgers – 0491 109 633. admin@awbaptist.org.au
OP SHOP - Tues – Sat 9am – 1pm. Ph: 4974 9018
Donations & volunteers welcome!
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. Followed by brunch. Rosedale. Ph: 4156 6162
St Agnes’ CATHOLIC CHURCH
Mass, liturgy with communion (Lay Lead) every 4th Sunday 11am. Mass will be celebrated at 11am on Christmas Day. 86 Bicentennial Dr, Agnes Water Ph:49 721
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 please contact 0458040300.
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
St Johns COMMUNITY CHURCH 76 James St, Rosedale. Ph: 0405 976 671
Support Services
Uniting Care Discovery Coast Community Support Program
Food hampers, fuel vouchers, linking, referrals and support with community action. M, W & Thurs on - 0427 319 978 Or Tuesday & Thursdays on 0439 699 297 Email: jamie.saunders@uccommunity.org.
Impact Community Health Service (ICHS) operates out of IMPACT Community Services Health Precinct. 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
Is Australia’s only free 24/7 confidential and private counselling service specifically for children and young people aged 5 – 25. Alcoholics Anonymous AA 6.30pm Tuesday, 6.30pm Friday Old Community Hall, Springs Rd, 1300 22 22 22
Lifeline: Call 13 11 14
Queensland Health: 13 Health
Out Back Minds
support@outbackmind.com.au
Little Free Pantry
Donations of non-perishable 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
Transport
SHUTTLE SERVICES
to BUNDABERG every Wednesday!
The Weekly Shuttle will pick up from:
• Ampol Servo in Agnes at 9am
• Fingerboard at 9:30am
• Rosedale at 10:15am will drop off at:
• Bundaberg Hospital
• The Hinkler/Sugarland S/Centre
• CBD and will return from 3pm
Agnes Water Active RidersWorking Bee 15th February 2025
Miriam Vale Magpies - Meet & Greet BBQ & Sign on Day - 3pm15th Feb 2025 email; mvmagpiessecretary@gmail. com
Agnes Blues, Roots & Rock Festival - 21-23rd February 2025
Agnes Water Longboard Classic25-30th March 2025
Miram Vale Rodeo - Saturday 12th April 2025 1770 Festival - 23-25th May 2025
Baffle Creek Car/Bike Muster19th-20th July 2025
Markets
Baffle Creek Markets - 2nd Sat of the month. From 8am at the shops
Captain Creek Produce SwapTuesdays fortnightly. 10am-12pm. 111 Murphy Rd, Captain Creek.
Discovery Coast Rotary Markets
- 2nd & 4th Sunday of the Month and every Sunday on the QLD School Holidays and Public Holidays. 1770 SES Grounds, Agnes Water.
Farmers & Artisan’s Market @ the Creek - 2nd Sat of the month. 3-7pm. See Facebook for more details.
111 Murphy Rd, Captain Creek.
Other
19 Corfield Drive! Agnes Water Mon & Wed 10-4, Sat 9-2. 10c bottle & cans. Paying Cash! Meals On Wheels donation code is C101 390 39
Miriam Vale Community Markets First Sunday of the Month - 9am to 1pm. Contact 0401 288 017 to book site.
Rosedale Markets - Last Saturday of each season. 730am-12pm. 4 x per year. Call 0419 021 485.
For Sale / Wanted
Please advise your ‘For Sale/ Wanted items.
Garage Sales
Please advise of any upcoming Garage Sales.
Notices
Please submit your community notices.
Whats On This AUSSIE Day
Australia Day at the Tavern! Contact for more details or to book a table : (07) 4974 9469 - 9 Tavern Road, Agnes Water
Dont Miss Out! Secure Your Tickets Now for Agnes Blues, Roots & Rock Festival
The local team at DCTC has been working tirelessly to ensure everyone will enjoy the upcoming ‘Agnes Blues Roots & Rock’ Festival. Lock in this weekend for an epic time!
Check out this years line up, below.
Grab your tickets for the Agnes Blues Roots & Rock Festival raffle! Every dollar raised supports three local community groups. Look out for volunteers around town selling tickets in person for cash, or scan the QR code below to purchase online. Enter the draw for a chance to win amazing prizes!prizes on offer.
Support our local community groups & get yourself a raffle ticket
Round Hill Head
Date: 25th - 7th February
Caution:
Tidal predictions are based on limited observations and therefore expected to be less accurate for this location. Users should exercise caution when using these predictions.
VMR ROUND HILL
Please call at 07 4974 9383 or 0427 747 477
On air daily from 06:30 to 18:00, monitoring VHF channels 16, 81, and 82, with working channels 21 south and Lady Musgrave to Fitzroy on 82 north.
Weather updates are available daily on channel 82 at approximately 06:40 and 16:40, or upon request on channels 81 or 82.
Remember: DON’T DUMP! - Please dispose of you fish scraps correctly.